A rookie Chatham-Kent councillor has become the first person to represent the municipality on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities as part of the Ontario caucus.
Chatham Coun. Allyson Storey will serve on the national board of directors following her election to the post at the FCM annual conference in Toronto recently.
The conference provides an opportunity for municipalities to discuss key issues on the national stage and to advocate for support and funding from the federal government.
“I am humbled and honoured to be elected to the board of directors of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities,” Storey said. “This is an incredible opportunity to represent our community and collaborate with colleagues from across the country on finding solutions to shared challenges.”
The FCM board’s advocacy priority issues for 2023 include: a commitment to building better transit; delivering housing options and thriving communities for residents; sustainable funding to implement active transportation, infrastructure and programs; investments to advance climate change adaption and resilience; and investments in economic development and recovery, jobs and growth.
Mayor Darrin Canniff extended his congratulations to Storey on behalf of council.
“This achievement is not only a testament to her abilities and dedication, but also to the significance of having local representation on these boards. I am confident that Alysson will serve as a powerful advocate, championing the rights and needs of our community.”
