Gravenhurst mayor John Klinck has advised he will not be running for re-election this fall, says a press release yesterday.

First elected in 1994 to represent Ward 3, he followed his first three-year term by being elected to District Council from 1997-2000. In 2000, Klinck was elected as the mayor.

Klinck says feels honoured to have served and represent both.

“For 16 years, I have been blessed to work with an exceptionally gifted and consistently well-intentioned mix of professionals, at both levels of governance.”

Klinck further stated that "I am very humbled by the respect that I have been shown throughout my five terms of public service. In particular, a heartfelt thanks to the citizens, council(s) and staff of the Town of Gravenhurst for their support, faith, diligence and countless contributions to our collective efforts!”