Michelle’s Platform Core Values Honesty, transparency, integrity, and community focus drive my leadership. With over 25 years in municipal roles including CAO, Clerk, and Treasurer, she brings expertise in budgets, law, and planning—committed to serving with integrity and community-first values. Community First Prioritizing community engagement to ensure every voice is heard. We will promote dialogue, transparency, and collaboration among residents and businesses to strengthen community bonds and support families, seniors, youth, and local businesses—enhancing programs, services, and quality of life. Making "Iroquois Falls" a place that people want to call home! Sound Financial Management Ensuring responsible use of taxpayer dollars through careful budgeting, long-term planning, and transparent communication! Exhausting all government funding avenues first! ** Townhalls and regular communications via the town website and other means ** Keeping residents informed and engaged Transparency & Responsibility Promoting open, and honest communication! I will make myself accessible for pre-arranged drop-in discussions on a weekly basis. Economic Development Supporting local businesses and attracting new investments to stimulate our economy and create opportunities for growth. Future Planning Investing in infrastructure and strategic planning to ensure sustainable growth and a resilient future for our community. Meet Michelle Michelle Larose, a dedicated community leader with 25+ years in Ontario municipal government, is committed to responsible governance, transparency, and community engagement. Returning home to Iroquois Falls, she aims to leverage her extensive experience in municipal operations, budgeting, and leadership to serve with integrity and put our Community First!