NEW REEVE NEEDED

Mel Henry, who is running for re-election as reeve of Corman Park, has stated publicly that his priority is to bring about the demise of the RM and create a new municipality west and north of the river.

He feels he has no conflict of interest in this matter. I equate this to a Quebec separatist running to be prime minister with the main objective of dismantling Canada, with all its financial and political ramifications.

As reeve, Henry had numerous harassment complaints lodged by various RM employees, which has resulted in a high turnover of staff at the municipal office and many legal bills.

He instigated the removal of the RM administrator. The Ministry of Labour ruled there was no basis for her dismissal and ordered her reinstatement with back pay for 14 months. Other employees will probably follow suit. As a result of the actions of the reeve and councillors who supported him, the RM could be looking at highly expensive legal costs and settlements.

Henry also cancelled the independent panel looking at the inequity in electoral divisions, and worked against those who wanted electoral reform to ensure a more equitable election process. Once he lost that battle, he set out on a campaign to dismantle Corman Park. I hope RM voters will give Henry exactly what he deserves on Oct. 24 — the opportunity to look for a new job. Bob Russell Riverside Estates