Mayor & Council
The Mayor and Council are elected to represent the residents of Armstrong and make decisions on local services, policies, and community priorities.
Armstrong City Council consists of Mayor Chris Pieper and six Councillors, elected in the 2026 local government election.
Council works with City staff to guide the delivery of municipal services including infrastructure, public safety, parks and recreation, and community development.
Council Information
Strategic Plan
Council has identified key priorities for the 2022–2026 term of office to guide decision-making and community investment.
The Strategic Plan outlines Council’s vision for the future of Armstrong and focuses on several key areas:
• Community Wellbeing
• Community Engagement
• Environmental Stewardship
• Asset Management
• Organizational Resilience and Sustainability
These priorities help guide the work of Council and staff while continuing to deliver essential services such as fire protection, public works, parks and recreation, and community services.
CHRIS PIEPER
MAYOR PIEPER
Mayor Cramer is retired after a lengthy career as a Paramedic with the BC Ambulance Service. During his career he served in many leadership roles which provide him a unique dedication and perspective chiseled out of helping people in their time of need. As a motivated leader with a solid history of achievement, Mayor Cramer intends to continue advancing Armstrong interests and livability.
MEET Your Council
The Mayor and Council are elected to represent the residents of Armstrong, provide leadership, and make decisions that shape the future of our community.
Elected in October 2026, Armstrong City Council consists of Mayor Chris Pieper and six Councillors: Kristy McLennan, Jessie Valstar, Bradly Bourgeois, Paul Britton, Shirley Fowler, and Ray Baylis.
Together, Council works with City staff to establish municipal policies, set community priorities, and guide the delivery of essential services, including infrastructure, public safety, parks and recreation, and community development.
KRISTY MCLENNAN
COUNCILLOR MCLENNAN
Mayor Cramer is retired after a lengthy career as a Paramedic with the BC Ambulance Service. During his career he served in many leadership roles which provide him a unique dedication and perspective chiseled out of helping people in their time of need.
As a motivated leader with a solid history of achievement, Mayor Cramer intends to continue advancing Armstrong interests and livability.
JESSIE VALSTAR
COUNCILLOR VALSTAR
Not only does Councillor Valstar work here in Armstrong, but he also lives and plays here as a husband and father to three boys. Councillor Valstar is best known for his passion of music as he is a bass player in his band the Odinfist and the Event Founder/General Manager for Armstrong Metalfest as well as the Co-Chair of the Western Canadian Metal Festival Alliance.
Councillor Valstar plans to spend the next four years learning and listening to citizens to best serve his community.
BRADLY BOURGEOIS
COUNCILLOR BOURGEOIS
Mayor Cramer is retired after a lengthy career as a Paramedic with the BC Ambulance Service. During his career he served in many leadership roles which provide him a unique dedication and perspective chiseled out of helping people in their time of need.
As a motivated leader with a solid history of achievement, Mayor Cramer intends to continue advancing Armstrong interests and livability.
PAUL BRITTON
COUNCILLOR BRITTON
Mayor Cramer is retired after a lengthy career as a Paramedic with the BC Ambulance Service. During his career he served in many leadership roles which provide him a unique dedication and perspective chiseled out of helping people in their time of need.
As a motivated leader with a solid history of achievement, Mayor Cramer intends to continue advancing Armstrong interests and livability.
SHIRLEY FOWLER
COUNCILLOR FOWLER
Councillor Fowler devotes her time giving back to the community she has loved for half a century. Councillor Fowler exemplifies community spirit as a volunteer for many local organizations including roles with Life Member of the IPE, Chair of the Armstrong Communities in Bloom (CiB) program, Volunteer of the Year at BC Fairs, Treasurer and Past Provincial Judge at BC CiB, two-time recipient of the Queen’s Jubilee Medal, following Rotary motto of “Service Above Self”.
Contact Councillor Fowler: Phone: (250) 546-3732
RAY BAYLIS
COUNCILLOR BAYLIS
Mayor Cramer is retired after a lengthy career as a Paramedic with the BC Ambulance Service. During his career he served in many leadership roles which provide him a unique dedication and perspective chiseled out of helping people in their time of need.
As a motivated leader with a solid history of achievement, Mayor Cramer intends to continue advancing Armstrong interests and livability.