by Andrea Rondeau, Victoria News
“In a surprise announcement Tuesday, Sept. 3, Aaron Stone said he is stepping down as the mayor Ladysmith and the chair of the Cowichan Valley Regional District, effective the end of the month.
“This is a difficult decision that I have come to after many weeks of deliberation and discussion with my family, friends, and closest advisors,” said Stone in a statement on the Town of Ladysmith’s website. “I will spend the next four weeks working with my colleagues to ensure my departure is as smooth as possible…”
