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What happens when a grandfather, a programmer, and a longtime Okotoks resident all run for mayor? Turns out, they’re the same person — and he’s got something to say.

Carlin Lutzer sits down with mayoral candidate Dwight Koenning, who shares a vision shaped by deep roots in the community, a background in business and programming, and a strong desire for more transparent communication between town hall and residents. 

Koenning dives into his motivations for running, emphasizing controlled growth, responsible spending, and getting back to basics—like reliable infrastructure, adequate recreation facilities, and genuine community connection. 

From discussing the town’s strained roads and packed recreation centres to navigating high-density housing, deer management, and the often-overlooked issue of municipal communication, Koenning lays out a platform aimed at returning Okotoks to a more balanced, family-first trajectory. 

Listen for:

1:38 Why I’m Running: A Grandfather’s Wake-Up Call

6:54 Dwight’s One-Sentence Vision for Okotoks

9:04 Downtown Okotoks: Keep Main Street, Main Street

15:03 Biggest Infrastructure Concerns: Rec Centres, Policing & Speeding

22:36 Open-Door Leadership: Coffee with the Mayor?

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