The next reign of local leaders are expected to be named Saturday night, as Barriere 2022 municipal election gets underway.
Municipalities, regional districts and school districts hold elections every four (4) years. The district of Barriere’s council consists of one (1) mayor, and six (6) councillors.
Ward Stamer has been elected by acclamation in Barriere.
Stamer was on Barriere’s first council as an incorporated community and first became mayor in 2018.
Who you can vote for:
Councillor candidate nominees include: Judy Armstrong, Marguerite Dodds, Alan Fortin, Scott Kershaw, Rob Kerslake, Donna Kibble, Louise Lodge, Lance Naylor, Colin McInnis, Michele Rutschke, Amanada Sabyan and Debbie Sherman.
Where you can vote:
Polls are open Oct. 15 at “the Ridge,” 4936 Barriere Town Road, Barriere B.C., from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.
For Elections FAQ page for questions like what kind of identification to bring, click here.
The candidate for Area O Thomspon Nicola Regional District, Jill Hayward, was elected by acclamation.
School District 73 Area 3 candidate Rhonda Kershaw was also elected by acclamation.
What happens once polls close?
After 8 p.m. local time, election officials will begin counting and tallying the ballots.
Check out our website and Facebook page for full coverage of the results once polls close.
