Castlegar city councillor Deb McIntosh has announced that she will be running for mayor in the upcoming municipal election in October.
McIntosh has been a city councillor since 2002. She has also managed the Castlegar Heritage Society since 1991 and leads the Community Harvest Food Bank.
Earlier this month McIntosh let it be known that she was considering a run for mayor saying, “After 16 years on council, I feel it is time to seriously consider running for mayor.
“I’ve been a strong advocate and a vocal voice at council. I am certainly known for my positions on things. We have made some good strides over the last couple years.
“I think the fact that at least a couple of councillors [are considering] running for mayor is a clear indication that change is needed at the top,” added McIntosh.
Current mayor Lawrence Chernoff has announced that he will be seeking reelection.
McIntosh plans releasing an official statement Monday.
