I just had the chance to interview Vernon's Mayor Rob Sawatzky. He's an upbeat, thoughtful man and it was kind of him to take the time to be part of our "Sutton Scoop" video blog series. As you'll see from watching the video, he is a great person to be at the helm of our fair city.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1d3c7cLMg-s
Following 21 years as a physician in a family practice Dr. Sawatzky was looking for a significant way to contribute back to his community; from a place of gratitude he's chosen this way to serve -- we just have to figure out how to properly address him. Dr.-Mayor-Most Honorable....thankfully he supplies the answer that "Rob" is just fine.
What is especially endearing about our Mayor is that he is funny, approachable and certainly doesn't seem interested in this role for the power or prestige. You come away with the distinct impression of an intelligent, hard working man with nothing to prove; delightfully unpolitical!
What each of us can do to help with the smart growth of our communities is to get involved. Speak up, initiate improvements and be part of the solution.
Vernon is an amazing city poised to continue to shine as we address together all of the challenges that come with the need for diversification, affordability and growth. I'm so happy to sense the emerging cooperation between all of the communities in the North Okanagan and look forward to being part of the vibrancy of this gorgeous area we call home.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1d3c7cLMg-s
Following 21 years as a physician in a family practice Dr. Sawatzky was looking for a significant way to contribute back to his community; from a place of gratitude he's chosen this way to serve -- we just have to figure out how to properly address him. Dr.-Mayor-Most Honorable....thankfully he supplies the answer that "Rob" is just fine.
What is especially endearing about our Mayor is that he is funny, approachable and certainly doesn't seem interested in this role for the power or prestige. You come away with the distinct impression of an intelligent, hard working man with nothing to prove; delightfully unpolitical!
What each of us can do to help with the smart growth of our communities is to get involved. Speak up, initiate improvements and be part of the solution.
Vernon is an amazing city poised to continue to shine as we address together all of the challenges that come with the need for diversification, affordability and growth. I'm so happy to sense the emerging cooperation between all of the communities in the North Okanagan and look forward to being part of the vibrancy of this gorgeous area we call home.
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