Business owner Ashlea Street has thrown her hat into the political ring and is aiming to become the city’s newest city councillor, joining five other people pursuing that same goal.
Street — with Streets Steakhouse and Bar — joins Carla Delaurier, Dave Stevenson and Godwin Ezizor as candidates hoping to become first-time city councillors, while councillors Doug Blanc and Heather Eby are the only two returning members hoping to reclaim their existing seats.
Meanwhile, councillors Kim Robinson and Crystal Froese — the latter announcing her intention to run earlier today — have announced that they want to be Moose Jaw’s next mayor.
According to Street’s biography on the City of Moose Jaw website:
“As a business owner, land developer, and resident, I have experience in being a councillor in the RM of Pense and managing a lake resort in (the) RM of Dufferin. I bring experience in strategic planning and development, bylaws, zoning, balancing budgets, business management and public relations.
“I grew up with the best of both worlds, farming and city life and the privilege of living in Moose Jaw for 13 years and (farming) outside of Moose Jaw for many years. My husband and I raise three kids (Cole, Chace, and Deklan). My parents raised me to work for what you get, with morals, ethics, and common sense.
“I wear my heart on my sleeve and was taught to never back down when I believed in what was right. My intentions are to focus on achieving economic development, residential construction, balance, and to bring this city back to life!”
There is still time for residents to submit their paperwork for the 2024 municipal election. The deadline to give that information to city hall is Wednesday, Oct. 9 by 4 p.m.
