Rogers Responds to One Man's Opinion

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I read your recent comment in regards to potential mayoral candidates in the upcoming local government election.  (see Mayor Kinsley Has a Job Shadow)

There certainly have been many people who have asked me to run again,  but to be honest I’m enjoying my family, my career, and some of my volunteer work too much to think about it right now. If things change I’ll let you know.

I did chuckle a bit over your comments around different leadership styles.

I was quite surprised during the last election that some people couldn’t see through what was clearly a deliberate attempt by those trying desperately to hold onto power to spread misinformation.   I will advise you as I did them, that if you’re looking for an old fashioned politician who simply says what he or she thinks you want to hear just to get elected - someone who makes huge promises knowing full well they can’t be fulfilled - then keep looking because that’s not my style.

Now on the other hand if you want someone who is straight up with you and actually applies common sense before spouting off then I’m your guy.

Clearly, actions speak louder than words (particularly in politics) and as one of those who led the drive for the Multiplex and the Aquatic Centre you need look no further than the commemorative plaques on those buildings as evidence of my quiet determination to build a better City.  

It’s the same roll-up-the-sleeves leadership style I employed in leading the great team of volunteers that staged the 2007 Royal Bank Cup. As you know that event generated almost $4 million in economic activity and was viewed by Hockey Canada as the “best ever” in the history of the national championship.

It’s the same calm and rational leadership style I use as the current chair of the City’s Trails Task Force, something that right now takes a higher priority than responding to speculation as to what might happen eleven months from now.

Dan Rogers

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