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The Paul Wells Show
Ottawa's mayor on his first year in office
Nov 1, 2023
Mark Sutcliffe reflects on his first year as Ottawa's mayor, discussing challenges like the Freedom Convoy and the ill-fated LRT project. Topics include saving the downtown core, getting the LRT back on track, networking with other mayors, and the importance of effective communication in politics and public service.
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- Mark Sutcliffe decided to run for mayor of Ottawa after being frustrated by the Freedom Convoy and the city's ill-fated LRT project, highlighting his motivation to bring calmness and normalcy back to the government and address the various issues Ottawa is facing.
- The positive working relationship between Ottawa's mayor, Mark Sutcliffe, and the Premier of Ontario, Doug Ford, is showcased, emphasizing their collaboration to address issues and find resolutions, including resolving funding discrepancies.
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Challenges in Ottawa and the motivation for running for mayor
The podcast episode discusses the challenges facing Ottawa, including frustrations with the light rail project and the handling of the convoy. The guest, Mark Sutcliffe, reflects on his decision to run for mayor and his desire to bring calmness and normalcy back to the city's government and address the various issues Ottawa is facing.
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