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Durham council rookies reflect on first terms

Time commitment biggest challenge for some

By Jeff Hayward - Mar 05, 2010 - 09:26 AM
DURHAM -- Uxbridge Councillor Gordon Highet probably wishes he has more hands. Time commitment is one big factor of public life that some new faces on council, including Coun. Highet, said they didn't fully realize the magnitude of coming in. But that's not the only 'surprise' in their first terms.

The rookie Ward 5 councillor, one of four newbies elected in Uxbridge's 2006 municipal showdown, said it has been a tough act so far to balance his personal and work life. "My job and family time are hard to fit in... read more

To elect or appoint Durham chairman, that is the question

DURHAM -- It's the most powerful position at the local government level in Durham Region. It's also an unelected position. With 2010 an election year for municipalities, the debate over how the Regional Chairman's position should be filled -- directly elected or through an appointment...

More people trying to Make a Difference

DURHAM -- How do you make change in your community if your issue isn't on the radar of your local city council? It's not an easy task but it's also not impossible. Our reporters went out and found four Durham residents who are pushing their councils for changes in their communities. They're four...

These people are trying to Make A Difference

DURHAM -- How do you make change in your community if your issue isn't on the radar of your local city council?

It's not an easy task but it's also not impossible. Our reporters found four Durham residents who are pushing their councils for changes in their communities. They're four...