Lydia McKenna
Current Tehkummah councillor Lydia McKenna has entered the race for another four-year term. Ms. McKenna provided a prepared statement for this paper in the lead-up to the October 27 vote.
When asked about her primary reason for seeking re-election, Ms. McKenna stated, “I moved to Manitoulin when my husband got transferred in 1997 from Owen Sound where I was a legal assistant. In 2000, I entered my first term on council where I was honoured to remain for 10 years. In 2012, I was once again fortunate to be elected back onto council for the remainder of the four-year term. My main objective has always been to do my best for the people of Tehkummah,” she stated.
Ms. McKenna acknowledged that not all residents agree with her work as councillor, but she has always acted for the betterment of the community. “I may not always get the answers you want but I hope the results will be in the best interests of the township,” she stated, explaining that issues of concern should always be discussed. “A written concern will ensure that council as a whole will be aware of your concerns. I look forward to having the honour of serving our township for another four-year term,” she concluded.
