Saugeen Shores Council has appointed John Divinski as the new Ward Councillor representing Southampton. Divinski signed the Declaration of Office at the Municipal Office on November 2.
“I welcome John to Town Council and I look forward to working with him,” said Mayor Luke Charbonneau. “He knows our community well through his history as a radio announcer and journalist. My colleagues on Council and I are confident his skills and background will make him a strong representative for the people of Southampton. He will be a positive addition as Council works to leverage our growth for the benefit of the whole community.”
Divinski has been a full-time resident in Southampton since 2005 with a keen interest in local politics while working as a reporter for the town's local radio station. He has been involved in the community in many ways over the years, including:
- moderator of many all-candidates meetings in local, provincial, and federal elections
- a former member of the Port Elgin Rotary Club
- first Honourary Chair of the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation "Light the Way" campaign
- WOAA minor hockey referee.
Divinski was appointed over nine other candidates. Prior to the meeting, each candidate submitted to Council written answers to a list of questions. At the November 1st meeting, they each presented their opening statements and responded to one of those questions. Following which, Council Members held an open vote. Divinski received 4 out of 7 possible votes.
