Ward 4 gets its turn for a chat with the councillor
Ward 4 Councillor Mark McKenzie speaking at his ward meeting on Sept. 24, 2024. (Travis Fortnum/CTV News Windsor)
Windsor's series of ward meetings moved to Ward 4 Tuesday night.
Coun. Mark McKenzie addressed dozens of constituents inside the Coboto Club.
Residents heard about infrastructure projects in their area, including road work on Walkerville-area streets.
Among the key concerns for residents was the projected 12.9 per cent tax increase.
Like all city councillors, McKenize will sit on a finance committee through the 2025 budget consultation process as city leaders look to trim the budget.
Wednesday night, Ward 7's Angelo Marignani will host at Forest Glade Arena at 6 p.m.
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