ShonTron
Moderator
The head of a local suburban residents association is likely not going to be any better than DMW.
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Northern Light
Superstar
I understand that suspicion, and it may well be valid; but I will wait to see more from this candidate before passing judgement.
The only stuff on his website that isn't exceedingly general is the suggestion that he would favour any large new developments including rental in the mix. That much is reasonable.
Whether its his only reasonable statement is TBD.
Jonny5
Senior Member
The Star reporting on Mike Layton not running.
www.thestar.com
University-Rosedale is a potential stepping-stone riding to a future run at a higher Liberal Party level, so this race should attract a lot of young candidates with that in their minds long term.
Toronto councillor Mike Layton will not seek re-election in October
Layton’s departure brings the number of open council races in the Oct. 24 election to seven.
www.thestar.com
University-Rosedale is a potential stepping-stone riding to a future run at a higher Liberal Party level, so this race should attract a lot of young candidates with that in their minds long term.
DSC
Superstar
Now if only dome of the long-term seat fillers like Frances Nunziata, Grimes, Colle, Holyday and Fletcher would follow suit.......
The article is paywalledThe Star reporting on Mike Layton not running.
Toronto councillor Mike Layton will not seek re-election in October
Layton’s departure brings the number of open council races in the Oct. 24 election to seven.
University-Rosedale is a potential stepping-stone riding to a future run at a higher Liberal Party level, so this race should attract a lot of young candidates with that in their minds long term.
Northern Light
Superstar
The Star reporting on Mike Layton not running.
Toronto councillor Mike Layton will not seek re-election in October
Layton’s departure brings the number of open council races in the Oct. 24 election to seven.
University-Rosedale is a potential stepping-stone riding to a future run at a higher Liberal Party level, so this race should attract a lot of young candidates with that in their minds long term.
That brings us to 7 open seats on Council which represents 28% turnover. If we can oust maybe 5 more, 4 of whom are named by @DSC above; but I'd add Crawford..........
That would be incredible and essentially turn over 1/2 of Council. (one short)
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Bits and Bobs from the article:
"In a surprise announcement, the Ward 11 University-Rosedale city councillor, one of the most recognized faces in local politics, told the Star he will not seek re-election Oct. 24 and has no firm plans for his next job."
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"He wants to continue fighting climate change and inequality in a role outside elected office that will give him back evenings and weekends at home. To that end, he has no plans to seek the Ontario NDP leadership."
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"Layton, who does not know if he’ll endorse a candidate to succeed him, said he’s not concerned about the right-leaning council losing three high-profile voices for progressive causes."
ShonTron
Moderator
Paula Fletcher has not declared either way yet. She’s overdue for replacement. I really tire of Gord Perks, but not sure if I want the mayor’s candidate – Siri Agrell – instead.
Out of all the incumbents left, there’s only one that I would honestly like to see return: Josh Matlow. Mostly because he’s a very principled critic of the mayor.
Out of all the incumbents left, there’s only one that I would honestly like to see return: Josh Matlow. Mostly because he’s a very principled critic of the mayor.
Avenue
Active Member
I hope Gord Perks stays at least until Tory is gone away.
I'm not surprised by Layton's announcement. He always seemed to be more interested in little-er things like farmer's markets and composting and making jam with the community... I'm still surprised by Cressy's departure though, he seemed a lot more ambitious and bigger picture oriented (such as the great vaccination campaign of 2021)
I'm not surprised by Layton's announcement. He always seemed to be more interested in little-er things like farmer's markets and composting and making jam with the community... I'm still surprised by Cressy's departure though, he seemed a lot more ambitious and bigger picture oriented (such as the great vaccination campaign of 2021)
I’ve spent plenty of time with both Layton and Cressy. I agree that Cressy seemed more ambitious, but Layton always seemed more genuine and committed to getting things done (beyond jam 
). He was a responsive and involved councillor. Cressy was always about Cressy.
). He was a responsive and involved councillor. Cressy was always about Cressy.toaster29
Active Member
DSC
Superstar
Holyday 'inherited' his seat from his father - I consider them as one :->
Mike Layton’s letter to constituents https://mikelayton.to/2022/07/27/thank-you-ward-11/
adma
Superstar
Except that Rosedale notwithstanding, there's greater likelihood of an anointed municipal NDP successor.The Star reporting on Mike Layton not running.
Toronto councillor Mike Layton will not seek re-election in October
Layton’s departure brings the number of open council races in the Oct. 24 election to seven.
University-Rosedale is a potential stepping-stone riding to a future run at a higher Liberal Party level, so this race should attract a lot of young candidates with that in their minds long term.
Avenue
Active Member
I’ve spent plenty of time with both Layton and Cressy. I agree that Cressy seemed more ambitious, but Layton always seemed more genuine and committed to getting things done (beyond jam
I am aware how pitting one against another is counterproductive, but in Layton's case, it's far easier to seem "responsive" when you intentionally engage in smaller matters and avoid taking any macro-level responsibilities. Your post is a great example that how thankless is all the work Cressy has done. Optics over results.
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ShonTron
Moderator
Norman Di Pasquale has already announced his candidacy. Chris Moise is KWT’s heir apparent, while Ausma Malik is the favourite for Cressy’s old seat.
They’re all good people and will likely be good councillors, but there’s an unfortunate inevitably with the downtown wards.