We’ve lived in Owen Sound a long time—through good times and bad. COVID hit us hard, and we’re recovering slower than our neighbours. We asked why: we pay some of the highest taxes in Ontario, have some of the lowest household incomes, and the City spends big on HR—yet we’re not seeing progress on the basics: housing with primary care, real mental-health help, a cleaner, more welcoming downtown, and smart economic growth. If we’re hiring people with the right skills, what’s blocking results? When we worked for pay, we performed—or we got a review. It’s time for a public performance check-up and a simple report card. With an election year ahead, there’s still time to meet the next leaders, set clear goals, and expect delivery. Dignity, purpose, a dash of humour—let’s get Owen Sound moving again.
