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Mayor Shawn Watters view of PASSIONATE Elora Town Hall

Mayor Shawn Watters view of PASSIONATE Elora Town Hall

Update: 2025-10-07
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The October 7th Centre Wellington Town Hall was a deeply passionate affair, highlighting the struggle between a "close-knit" community's concerns and the realities of immense tourism pressure.

We go inside the packed Jefferson Elora community hall, where residents gathered to confront polarizing issues like rapid growth and infrastructure strain. Mayor Shawn Watters addressed significant resident frustration and the surge in tourism.

The biggest news confirmed at the meeting? Reiterating the paid parking system for tourists to manage the impact of over 750,000 annual visitors.

Plus, we discuss the Mayor's biggest surprise and his call for "respectful dialogue".

Co-hosts Ryan Joyce and Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy (speaking independently of her Councillor role) break down how residents can best approach staff and council for education and understanding of the municipal process.

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Mayor Shawn Watters view of PASSIONATE Elora Town Hall

Mayor Shawn Watters view of PASSIONATE Elora Town Hall

Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy and Ryan Joyce