Winkler's one hundred years - congratulations to mayor Neil Schmidt and his council.

Neil Schmidt has been Mayor of Winkler for the past eight years and he has presided over many changes and improvements in the City during this period, including this year's centennial celebrations.

Major developments include the P.W. Enns Centennial Concert Hall, the Winkler Centennial Library, the new Boundary Trails Health Centre, the redevelopment of Main Street and the Crocus Village and Cedar Estates projects. There have also been many new commercial developments during this period as Winkler has grown rapidly.

I have had the opportuntity to meet with Neil Schmidt on numerous occasions. He has been a strong promoter of Winkler. Neil will be retiring as Mayor this fall. Well done Neil during your eight years as Mayor and seven previous years on council.