Oakes wins Quesnel mayor’s race in landslide

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“I believe Quesnel can be a safe, affordable and growing community where families and young people can build a future, seniors are well cared for, businesses can invest and create good jobs, and residents can have confidence in the services their city provides,” Oakes said at the time.

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Her platform called for greater coordination between RCMP, bylaw enforcement, fire services, outreach teams and community organizations, along with expanded addiction treatment and recovery services.

On economic development, Oakes pledged to focus on business retention, diversification and industrial land development while continuing to advocate for the forestry sector and pursuing opportunities in mining and manufacturing.

Quesnel voters also elected six councillors. Jeremy Drew topped the council polls with 1,281 votes, followed by Mitch Vik, Scott Elliott, Tony Goulet, Laurey-Anne Roodenburg and Ryan Adams.

Oakes will now take over the mayor’s chair from Paull.