Some pretty exciting things happening around Durham this past week, highlighted by job growth and the economy.
Pickering having already had the announcement of Durham Live and the thousands of jobs and economic multiplier to ensue has announced the new Kubota heavy equipment production facility.
In Ajax, Regional Councillor Shaun Collier has announced his intentions to run for Mayor and I could personally think of a better choice. He has the finance background, the business acumen and the toughness to be Mayor. I believe he is also the man to broker a deal to save Ajax Downs with the new provincial government as well.
In Clarington we learned that the new super outlet mall was cancelled from lack of infrastructure investment around the 401 interchange. While the Western part of Durham seems to find solutions, "no" seems to be the dominant word in Clarington.
It was great to see the GO extension and the sign unveiling, however I would rather see the unveiling of the budget that will deliver GO to Clarington, that will be done by the new Premier. Sign posting in election year is just fodder.
One thing that I know, with the commuters and new residents being promised a GO Train, we need assurance that this can be delivered no matter who the provincial government. One of the biggest issues in Durham is the gridlock on the 401.
Till next week
John MuttonPresident and CEO
Municipal Solutions - Energy and Infrastructure
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