Friday, April 6, 2018 – A Statement From Mayor Matt Brown
After nearly a decade in London politics, I have decided not to seek another term
as Mayor. I will not be running for re-election in 2018.
I am proud of what has been accomplished so far this term and the incredible
strides this Council has made toward its vision for London.
Change is not always easy, but we have set the groundwork for the London we
want for our children and grandchildren. Through the London Plan and our
Strategic Plan we have done so much.
We transitioned to a multi-year budget, secured funding for our transformational
rapid transit system and began countless city building infrastructure projects.
We advocated for a $40-billion National Housing Strategy to protect our most
vulnerable, we made transit free for children under 12 and more affordable for
those experiencing poverty. Ultimately, we have been focused on building a
better city for all.
We have taken important steps to mend relationships with our First Nations
partners, we created the Community Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and we
welcomed so many Syrian refugees in their time of need.
London has become a leader in arts and culture through our Music City strategy,
securing the JUNO Awards in 2019. We are transforming Dundas Place,
reconnecting with our riverfront and building active transportation networks.
We have seen unprecedented investment in our downtown core, with Fanshawe
College building two downtown campuses. We’re seeing public and private
investment in London like never before, attracting big retailers like IKEA.
We have truly built this city inward and upward over the last three and a half
years. I remain focused on this mandate in the months to come.
It is easy to be critical, I hope Londoners will instead choose to move our city
forward.
We have created momentum and I am hopeful that the people of London will
seek out a candidate who shares Council’s vision and big ideas; a city that is
leading the way in innovation, culture and education.

The London Municipal election is October 22, 2018. LEARN MORE

 

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