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The 2023 World Mayor Prize and Awards will be conferred on mayors who have demonstrated that by listening to and working closely with the citizens of their own communities as well as by forming partnerships and friendships with towns and cities at home and across borders, cities can succeed where nations struggle. Mayors shortlisted for the World Mayor Prize have been commended for their humanity, local leadership and their ability to bring people together. Tony Keats, Mayor of Dover, Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada, was given the 2023 World Mayor Community Award Commendations for Tony Keats Mayor of Dover, NL, Canada Page 1 | Page 2 | Page 3 | Page 4 | Commended by Kelly S., St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador Mayor Keats is a dedicated mayor and municipal government champion. He is professional and compassionate in his interactions with others. His contributions to provincial and municipal government in Newfoundland and Labrador deserve recognition. All the best. Commended by Wayne P., Placentia, Newfoundland and Labrador Mayor Tony Keats is a leader with a passion for serving his community and province. His service as an elected official, both as Mayor and a representative to the provincial municipalities’ association, has been marked with many accomplishments. He freely shares his knowledge and experiences from the municipal sector with others. Commended by Catherine M. Newfoundland and Labrador Although I have only known Mayor Keats for a few years, I can certainly attest to his steadfast dedication to his community, province, and abroad. In addition to his role as Mayor of Dover, he also serves on our Board of Directors. His level of intelligence, determination, leadership skills, and overall enthusiasm is truly inspirational. His hard work certainly deserves commendation! It is my privilege to vote for Mayor Keats for the World Mayor 2023 award. Commended by Mary T. G., Newfoundland and Labrador I first met Mayor Tony Keats several years ago when he was president of Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador. He did an excellent job in his role. Tony has been the Mayor of the community of Drover, NL for many years with very limited staff, working full time as well as part time in other occupations. I currently serve on the Board of Directors for the Municipal Assessment Agency with Mayor Keits, who is always offers his opinion and influences many decisions. Tony is a very knowledgeable, hardworking and professional individual who has earned the respect of hundreds of municipal leaders throughout the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It has been an honour and a privilege to work with Mayor Keats and I highly recommend him for the 2023 World Mayor. Commended by Paul P., Dover I would like to offer my support for Mayor Tony Keats. Mayor Keats is an outstanding community leader. Commended by David H., Newfoundland and Labrador I have known Tony Keats of Dover for many years and one thing I know for sure is that the well-being and prosperity of Town of Dover is a top prior for Mayor Keats. He has worked diligently to not only help his town of Dover but all municipalities in Newfoundland and Labrador. He served many years on the provincial board (MNL)president for two years. He did this because he knew a strong voice from all the municipalities in the province helped all communities including his town of Dover. I support him because if we had more civic minded people like Mr. Keats everyone would benefit and the whole world would be a better place to live. The attention to detail Mr Keats puts into everything he does makes him an ideal candidate for world mayor. Good luck to Mr. Keats. Commended by Gail C., Dover I would like to nominate the mayor of my town, Tony Keats for the following reasons: Tony is a hardworking, excellent mayor who always goes the extra step for the people of Dover. In addition to his work on council, he's an excellent spokesperson who has also served as the president of our provincial association, Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador. He's very creative and finds ways to boost town morale, including doing fun cooking sessions/challenges for kids during the Covid lockdown. He's always cheerful and helpful and is a great ambassador for our town. Commended by Stacy MacD., Hughes Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador The Town Council of Hughes Brook would like to vote for Mayor Tony Keats for World Mayor. Mayor Keats is a selfless, hardworking, compassionate, family man that has goes above and beyond for his community and province. He is very deserving of this award. Commended by Aly C., Stephenville Crossing, Newfoundland and Labrador I would like to send it my vote for Tony Keats he is an amazing mayor who is know across the island for his honesty and kindness and doing whatever it takes to support his community. Commended by David H. and Irene S. We just wanted to vote and add our support for Tony Keats, the mayor of Dover. Tony is a truly excellent advocate for his wonderful community of Dover, which is represented in our Broadway musical, Come From Away. But above all, Tony represents his community straight from his heart, always trying to improve it and better the lives of everyone who lives there. Commended by Judy F., Newfoundland and Labrador Wishing you the very best. Welcome the opportunity to recognize your tireless efforts as the Mayor of Dover, & the difference you make in the lives of those you represent. Commended by Diane M., Spring, TX, USA I wish to vote for Mayor Tony Keats, the Mayor of Dover, NL, for World Mayor Award. We have visited Dover several times and he has always welcomed visitors and been a fine representative of his town and the residents. Commended by Erik M., La Paz, Bolivia Greetings from the Heart of South America, Bolivia! My name is Erik Meier Kirzner, and I am writing from the world's highest administrative capital city, La Paz, Bolivia. As a proud Bolivian, I am thrilled to offer my heartfelt support for Mr. Tony Keats, the former President of Municipalities of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, and the Mayor of Dover. His unwavering dedication and remarkable contributions to Bolivian municipalities, as well as the municipal system in Bolivia, have had a profound and lasting impact on communities both near and far. Mayor Tony Keats has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, advocating for the welfare of the people and working tirelessly to bring positive change to the region. His commitment to fostering strong connections between Canada and Bolivia is highly commendable. Under his guidance, we have witnessed a strengthened bond that transcends borders. As Mayor Tony Keats competes for the World Mayor 2023 Award, I wholeheartedly cast my vote in his favor. It is with great confidence that I represent all Bolivians who have had the pleasure of meeting, working with, and learning from Mayor Keats. He is more than deserving of the honor and distinction that comes with the World Mayor Award 2023. He embodies the qualities of a true global leader, committed to making the world a better place for everyone. His dedication to improving the lives of the people in Bolivian municipalities and beyond deserves this well-earned recognition. In conclusion, Mayor Tony Keats is not merely a representative of his own region but also a symbol of hope, unity, and compassion. His legacy continues to inspire us, and I encourage everyone to cast their votes in support of him for the World Mayor 2023. His leadership serves as a beacon of light in a complex world, and we are privileged to have him as a champion for positive change. Commended by Moze M., Dover I would like to vote in support of Mayor Tony R. Keats for the World Mayor Award for his extraordinary work in Dover, Newfoundland. He has been an ideal world class leader and has done much for the well-being and growth of his constituency. Commended by Paul L., St John's, Newfoundland and Labrador I have known Tony for many years through my involvement with Municipalities NL and have found him to be a tireless advocate, not just for his community, but indeed for all municipalities throughout the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. He possesses strong leadership skills, compassion for others, and is very knowledgeable in all all aspects of municipal governance and community life. He will make an excellent role model for others to aspire to in the municipal world. Commended by Isaac A. S., Bolivia I live in Bolivia and in past administrations I was the National Coordinator of the Municipal Partnerships Program for Inclusive Local Economic Development, financed by the Government of Canada and executed by the Federation Canadience of FCM Municipalities, with favorable results and impacts for the Municipal Associative System of Bolivia. The reason for this note is to support, with my vote, the nomination for the Municipal Mayor Award in favor of Tony Keats, former president of the Association of Municipalities of Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada. Highlighting the contribution and support of Tony Keats in his coordinated work and in conjunction with executives of the Federation of Municipal Associations of Bolivia FAM, with the Local Governments being the direct beneficiaries of the development and implementation of a toolkit for training and education in Local Economic Development; In addition, to receive guidance for the formulation of trade fairs with the inclusion of women, youth and local entrepreneurs plus the institutional strengthening of the entity that governs the Municipal System in Bolivia. For all the work, participation and collaboration of Newfoundland Labrador, I reiterate my support and vote for Tony Keats for the Municipal Mayor Award. Commended by Volaine K., Newfoundland and Labrador Mayor Tony Keats has always been real with the people he serves. Over the years, I have admired his ability to connect with people from all walks of life. His genuine nature shines forth with every interaction he has. Real leadership is compassionate and courageous. Mayor Tony embodies them well. Tony: Thank you for always being real with the people you serve. Over the years, I have admired your ability to connect with people from all walks of life. Genuineness shines forth with every interaction you have. Real leadership is compassionate and courageous. You embody them well. Commended by Sylvie D., Ottava, Ontario, Canada I am pleased to support the well-deserved nomination of Mayor Keats. Page 1 | Page 2 | Page 3 | Page 4 | For your information: The World Mayor Project, organised by the philanthropic City Mayors Foundation since 2004, has no connection with any city or organisation and is run on strictly non-commercial lines. Sponsorships, advertising, subscriptions, donations or any other kind of revenue are NOT sought and will be rejected, if offered. Privacy: All personal information you provide us with will be treated in strict confidence. 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