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The number of elected officials around Cornwall’s council table will shift, only slightly, in 2026. Council opted to reduce its future composition by two councillors on Tuesday night after considering a report with recommendations . Voters can expect to vote for eight city councillors and one mayor in the next municipal election. Article content

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The reduction of two council positions will result in an annual cost saving of approximately $71,000 based on councillor’s current compensation.

Mayor Justin Towndale said Tuesday that he asked for the report to come back to council after there was little movement on the file since 2020, when survey results related to an electoral system re

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