Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Beardsell leaving Politics

Starlee Speers-Vernon 105.7 SUNFM

A long time Vernon councillor has announced he's leaving politics. Barry Beardsell says openness and financial accountability have been lacking with this current mayor and council. "I had to make the decision, do I run again or do I run for Mayor. It's paramount in my mind that after twelve years it's time for somebody new." Beardsell says he has no plans to run on the Provincial ballot in May either.

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Veteran councillor bows out ! 107.5 KISSFM Pete McIntyre

A long time Vernon city councillor says 12 years is enough. Barry Beardsell has announced he won't be seeking a fourth term this fall. He tells KISS FM, "I found the last three years disastrous for Vernon with no leadership from the mayor and the majority of council uninspiring." Beardsell feels it's time for a change, saying openness and transparency have been lacking on council , along with financial accountability. The former chartered accountant says he considered running for mayor, but decided against it.

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