Some residents in Bay Bulls last week were so eager to learn who their new mayor and deputy mayor would be that they overloaded the Town’s conference call system. The system allows up to 25 people to call into the public meeting and listen in at home. A number of people dialing in last Wednesday night were met with a busy signal as the conference call had reached its limit. For those who missed the action, Ethan Williams, who earned more votes than any other candidate this election, was nominated by former mayor Keith O’Driscoll for the position of Mayor. Williams, however, declined, citing his young age and status as a full-time student. O’Driscoll, in turn, was nominated for the position by Jason O’Brien and Williams. O’Driscoll accepted the role, and will once again serve as mayor. Next, both Williams and O’Brien accepted nominations for the role of deputy mayor, and the matter was put to a secret ballot vote. Williams claimed that victory, and will serve as deputy mayor. Pictured, from left, are newcomer Johnathan O’Dea, Jason O’Brien, Mayor Keith O’Driscoll, and Deputy Mayor Ethan Williams. Missing from the photo is councillor Corey Ronayne. In neighbouring Witless Bay, former Deputy Mayor Jacob Hayden was acclaimed as Mayor and councillor Justina Nawaz was acclaimed as deputy mayor. Town of Bay Bulls photo
