West Kelowna Mayor Gord Milsom 以家庭时间为由在2026年不会寻求连选连任, West Kelowna Mayor Gord Milsom won't seek re-election in 2026, citing family time, after 15 years on council and eight as mayor.

West Kelowna Mayor Gord Milsom已宣布他将不再竞选第三个任期, West Kelowna Mayor Gord Milsom has announced he will not run for a third term, stepping down ahead of the October 2026 municipal election after 15 years on city council, including eight as mayor. 他指出,他的主要理由是希望与家人(包括三个孙子孙子孙女)在一起多呆一些时间。 He cited a desire to spend more time with his family, including three grandchildren, as his main reason. Milsom强调了在他任职期间完成的关键项目,如新的消防站、道路升级、市政厅/图书馆和水处理厂。 Milsom highlighted key projects completed during his tenure, such as new fire stations, road upgrades, City Hall/Library, and a water treatment plant. 直到2026年11月3日,他仍致力于履行职责,并计划通过志愿工作继续社区参与。 He remains committed to his duties until November 3, 2026, and plans to continue community involvement through volunteering. 2026年的市长竞选现已开放,没有正式宣布候选人。 The mayoral race for 2026 is now open, with no candidates officially declared.