In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Scott shares updates from the campaign trail as the race for Renfrew Town Council heats up. Scott dives into the recent discussion surrounding cross-boundary development along Opeongo Road, making the case for "fiscal fairness" so Renfrew taxpayers get their fair share of tax revenue when municipal water and sewer services are extended. He also recaps the Rotary Club’s public consultation on revitalizing Knights of Columbus Park, highlights the need for teamwork and accountability at the council table, and previews the upcoming All-Candidates Night.

In this week's campaign update, council candidate Scott Miller reflects on voter feedback across town and dives into key issues shaping Renfrew’s future.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, I kick off the municipal campaign with a candid look at the road ahead for the Town of Renfrew.

From rolling out self-funded campaign lawn signs to breaking down the town’s most pressing municipal issues, Robert shares his practical approach to council leadership. Topics covered include:

• The Council Dynamic: Navigating 10 candidates for 6 seats, how strong mayor powers interact with council votes, and why collaboration matters.

• Managing Long-Term Debt: Understanding Renfrew's 30-year debentures, provincial borrowing limits, and keeping property taxes stable.

• Smart Procurement & Infrastructure: Dealing with new Ontario purchasing rules, planning multi-year reserves for a new fire truck, and addressing the aging Lisgar Avenue town garage.

• Community Engagement: Why Renfrew needs an open all-candidates town hall to bring voters and future leaders into the same room.