Sal Greco hopes to bring an innovative spirit to the equation, which is why he’s running for a councillor seat in the upcoming municipal election.
Greco is a familiar face to those in the media scene in Collingwood, working in ad sales at Georgian Life magazine. He has also been on council in the past, participated in council committees and volunteered with many service clubs, the hospital and his church.
“I have always been a strong believer in Collingwood’s limitless potential,” says Greco. “You won’t find a bigger booster of the town than myself. I want to make Collingwood a better place to live and visit.”
If elected, Greco would like to bring a forward-looking vision to the table to benefit residents and visitors.
“Collingwood has unlimited potential. We have everything that can make our community a great community with advantages and attractions that would be the envy of any community, anywhere,” he says.
Greco cites the waterfront, nearby winter-sports facilities, the active cycling community, hiking and mountain biking trails as being something Collingwood residents should take pride in.
“And let’s not forget that we have a strong energetic entrepreneurial spirit,” says Greco. “But we can’t be complacent. Innovate or die.”
Greco thinks there are five main issues that need council’s attention and support: the local economy, a health-care campus that should be adjacent to the new hospital, a GO transit link from Collingwood to Barrie, waterfront development and accountability on taxes.
“I’ll make it my job to ensure that Collingwood’s often forgotten majority is heard at council,” he says.
More specifically, Greco thinks Collingwood’s access to Georgian Bay is an asset that isn’t being used to its full potential.
“Let’s use our waterfront as an attraction for everyone,” says Greco. “Repair the elevator. It’s a landmark for Collingwood. Our town’s heritage is shipbuilding. Why not bring the SS Keewatin to Collingwood harbour? Or a navy ship?”
“And, I’m not onboard with selling any remaining waterfront property.”
Greco is hoping bringing a more positive and new energy to the table will breathe life into the institution.
“Our council should reflect the positive energy of our residents, new and old,” he says. “It’s time for a renewal at council.”
Greco is one of 19 candidates for councillor in the upcoming October municipal election. Voters may choose up to seven candidates on their ballots for councillor.
The Collingwood Chamber of Commerce is hosting a meet-the-candidates event for councillor candidates on Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. at the Collingwood Legion. Doors open at 6 p.m. The last event was at capacity and some residents were turned away from the meeting.
The chamber will be posing questions received by members of the public to each of the candidates during the meeting. Click here if you have a question you’d like included.
