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Glen Gower, the two-term councillor for Stittsville ward, says he will not be seeking re-election this fall.
“When I first ran eight years ago … I said I would only serve two terms,” he explained in a video update to constituents that was posted on Saturday.
“We always need new voices and new experience around the council table, that’s for sure.”
Gower was elected as councillor for the west Ottawa ward in 2018 and re-elected in 2022.
He currently chairs the transit commission, and is vice-chair of the planning and housing committee.
Though he doesn’t have anything lined up for the immediate future, Gower said he hopes to continue in a sector “aligned” with the work he’s been doing at city hall on health care, housing, transportation and community building.
With nine months left in his term, Gower said he’d be overseeing some parks and road safety projects. He also said he’d prioritize the creation of a health facility to provide primary care to residents of Kanata and Stittsville.
Gower also encouraged any residents interested in running for councillor to reach out to him while he still holds the position.
“I’d love to chat and hear about what you’re thinking and answer any questions you might have,” he said.
Ottawa’s next municipal election is Monday, Oct. 26.