Keith Legge
Haweater Keith Legge has decided to “throw his hat in the ring,” running for council in Ward 3 of Central Manitoulin.
Working for the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) for 30 years, prior to retirement Mr. Legge worked with the various Island municipalities closely. Mr. Legge has also worked alongside Central Manitoulin council for over 11 years, serving as Sandfield’s representative on the Manitoulin Planning Board (MPB) for seven years prior to amalgamation, and Central Manitoulin’s representative for the last four years.
He has been part of the executive for the Mindemoya Curling Club and currently spends a lot of his spare time volunteering, mainly with Northern Communications, helping to establish lines on Manitoulin and driving individuals in need to doctor appointments in Sudbury.
“I am involved in the community and I felt it was time to invest more of my time in its development,” said Mr. Legge. “Central Manitoulin has seen rapid growth over the last several years and it is important to me for that to continue.”
“Ensuring that we protect our environment as we move forward with municipal growth is also something I am passionate about,” continued Mr. Legge. “We have the gift of six large lakes in our municipality which are vital for our continued growth.”
“I am also interested in the continued beautification of our municipality,” he added. “I am a big flower advocate and support any ideas to help make our community more attractive to tourists.”
Mr. Legge was born “in the old Red Cross Hospital in Mindemoya” and grew up on his family farm in Campbell Township.
“I’ve also lived in Sandfield prior to moving into Mindemoya 14 years ago,” Mr. Legge said. “Throughout my life I’ve lived in all three townships that make up the amalgamated Central Manitoulin, which has given me perspective.”
Mr. Legge has two daughters, Melanie and Stephanie, and has been with his wife Tammy for over 14 years.
“I am a people person,” Mr. Legge said. “I want to represent the people of this municipality on council and help see that we move forward and thrive as a community. I put my name forward to council and the way I see it, if I win, great, but if I don’t I will continue to support and help grow Central Manitoulin.”
