‘So-called issue’

Dear Editor:

RE: Not going away, Oct. 8.

Your editorial last week regarding Centre Wellington mayoral candidate Bronwynne Wilton claimed that it “isn’t about personalities or ethics.” You then proceeded to contradict that claim.

Throughout the article you note that Wilton  “always acted with integrity and demonstrated the highest of ethics by declaring a conflict.” Likewise, you stated that her partner, Pierre Chauvin of the planning firm MHBC “has operated professionally and ethically beyond reproach.” Such ringing endorsements would suggest that one could expect such standards to continue.

However, the contradiction comes when you then suggest that Wilton would have “an inability to address all issues.” Really? You state that the mayor is the “primary conduit for expressing township interests at the County of Wellington.” The mayor is not the only conduit.

Council should be able to adapt so that representation is ensured without breaking any laws. Past practices should not dictate current and future evolution. All elected candidates have their vote, as does the mayor. I’m confident the council would educate themselves on all issues and represent the township accordingly.

Your “what if” scenarios also includes a rather unnecessary comment about “benefiting financially from work done by the firm.” It’s a straightforward and transparent business situation, not some shady deal.

I wonder if Chauvin was running for mayor and Wilton was with MHBC, would this so-called issue even be raised so close to the election?

Bill Zinck,
Elora