It was standing room only at the mayoral candidates debate at the Lakehead Labour Centre last night. 250 people took part, and only one candidate didn't show Brian Kwasny. Audience members brought up the proposed Multi-plex and questioned if they city can afford such a project. Keith Hobbs says if he's elected Mayor big ticket items will go to the public for a vote. Meanwhile, incumbent Lynn Peterson says it's not a done deal they are just conducting a feasibility study. Frank Pullia says nothing is final since council will change in two months time. Collin Burridge says he would engage the public on major infrastructure projects. Another hot topic was the city's tax rate. Councillor Frank Pullia says the city can't raise taxes any higher or else people will be forced out of their homes. Meanwhile, Collin Burridge says he would put the money used to pay off the Health Sciences Center towards lowering property taxes. Lynn Peterson says they pay close attention to what is in the budget, balancing cutting items and providing critical services. Keith Hobbs says he would put off projects that are not necessities such as the waterfront project.
