Statement from Mayor Heidi Lorenz in response to hospital redevelopment update

Mayor Heidi Lorenz issued the following statement today:

The update from Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare earlier today regarding new hospitals for the area is a positive sign that things are going in the right direction.

Since the outset we have placed our trust in the process and so it is reaffirming to see that MAHC’s capital redevelopment steering committee is responding to feedback from various individuals and organizations. 

I was delighted to see the committee is recommending to the MAHC board of directors the addition of 10 new beds to the Bracebridge site, increasing the total to 46. 

Clearly, consultation has been key to ensuring a plan for the best new hospitals possible. 

I commend everyone who has provided input to MAHC, in particular our local doctors. Your participation in the process is a testament to your commitment to our community. 

Gravenhurst is pleased to support a plan that our local medical professionals can get behind. It was great to see that 45 physicians have signed a letter of support for the proposal to add 10 beds at the Bracebridge site. The MAHC board will consider the recommendation on Thursday, Oct. 10.

I want to thank MAHC officials for their unwavering dedication to the delivery of health care in Muskoka. We are fortunate to have a team of highly skilled professionals working on our behalf. 

As well, I want to recognize our MPP, Graydon Smith, for his advocacy on this file. 

The Town of Gravenhurst looks forward to supporting Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare as the organization moves forward with its plans to build new hospitals. 

It is certainly an exciting time for health care in Muskoka. 

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