The Province

Jonathan Cote will seek a second term as mayor of New Westminste­r

- PATRICK JOHNSTON

Jonathan Cote has announced that he wants to be New Westminste­r’s mayor again.

Cote was first elected as the Royal City’s mayor in 2014 after serving three terms as a city councillor.

“It has been an honour to serve as mayor of New Westminste­r for the past four years. Our city is going through an exciting time and I am extremely proud of what we have been able to accomplish. I look forward to the opportunit­y to continue working on building a vibrant and livable community,” Cote said in a media release.

Cote says he has been focused on transporta­tion, affordable housing and urban planning.

“New Westminste­r has become a leader in our region. We have developed strong policy on critical issues such as housing, community planning and economic developmen­t.”

He also says he has the support of all members of New Westminste­r’s city council.

“Jonathan has demonstrat­ed solid leadership in his first term as mayor of New Westminste­r. He has a deep understand­ing of the issues facing our city and has helped our community become one of the most forward thinking cities in our region. He is thoughtful, collaborat­ive and brings out the best in members of city council. I am proud to support Jonathan in his re-election campaign,” said Coun. Bill Harper.

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