The second new candidates forum hosted by Progressive Nanaimo was very well attended, with organizers having to bring out extra seating on two occasions.
The event was held at Beban Park Social Centre and I estimate 200 were in attendance to listen to 14 candidates for City Council and 7 candidates running for the office of Mayor.
The format of the forum allowed for city council candidates to introduce themselves for 90 seconds and this was followed by a time of direct interaction between candidates and members of the audience. In groups of three, candidates answered questions based on several predetermined topics. Topics included Public Engagement, Social Issuses, Environment, Governance and Development.
This was followed by a forum of Mayoral candidates which also allowed for introductions and then each member had equal time to answer several different questions.
The next forum is scheduled for Oct. 28 with the place and time to be announced at a later date.
The level of public participation, this early in an election perhaps might be a sign of things to come with a much higher voter turnout.
You may want to check the date of the next forum Jim, I think it is on Oct 23rd. Cliff Marcil
ReplyDeleteWhen and where are these announced? I only found out about the Oct 14 one on the eve of the 14th.Too bad , I would have liked to attend.
ReplyDeleteB. Norris