Policy Statement No. 3 · September 28, 2026
Communications
Bill Beacham: Candidate for Mayor
Township of Greater Madawaska, 2026
Communication needs to be improved between Municipal Council and Township residents.
As an example: Did you know?
The Township acquired, in 2025, land valued at $970,000.00. Not many residents do. These lands were acquired through resolutions of Council and came from 2 sources:
- The Township took ownership of 8 subdivision lots in Peaks Village, provided as security to ensure completion of the required subdivision works, including roads.
- The Township purchased land from the Catholic Dioceses in Calabogie to secure for future community service expansions.
I will improve communications between Council and Township residents utilizing the following:
Mayor’s Quarterly Report
If elected, I will implement and deliver The Mayor’s Quarterly Report live and on social media.
Reestablish an Office for the Mayor at the Municipal Offices
There currently is none. I will hold regular hours there and in Griffith to hear/meet residents.
Citizen’s Advisory Committees
As previously discussed, I believe the use of advisory committees will improve communications. (Town Hall meetings?)
Enhance Current Practices: Live Broadcast of Council Meetings, Mailouts, Website Etc.
Support our capable and knowledgeable staff in providing valuable information and maintaining vital media sources. I will encourage knowledge of, and cautious use of Artificial Intelligence where warranted and desirable.
Future Communications
I will have more to put before you as part of my vision for a Greater Madawaska in the days to come.