Northern Perspective – Episode 04
In this fourth episode of Northern Perspective, Mayor Jamie MacDonald offers a direct recap of the October 14th North Glengarry council meeting.
The conversation covers preparations for the 2026 municipal election, including awarding the election services contract to Votes for an integrated internet, telephone, and paper ballot system. Mayor MacDonald also discusses the extensive update on the Alexandria Main Street and Mills Square improvements project, focusing on accessibility, parking, streetscape upgrades, and cost-sharing with SDG Counties.
Other topics include traffic management and truck bypass concerns, ongoing environmental compliance challenges at the Maxville Lagoon, and the importance of clear project scope and financial planning to avoid overruns.
The discussion provides context and insight into council’s decisions, connecting them to both immediate community needs and long-term priorities for North Glengarry. Viewers will also want to watch until the end—where Mayor MacDonald shares his candid thoughts on Southern Perspective and South Glengarry’s mayor, keeping the friendly Battle of Glengarry alive.
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