Two organizations are urging you to become part of the municipal election, leading up to October 25th.

The Manitoba Association of School Trustees and Association of Manitoba Municipalities issued a joint release last week on the importance of being involved.

AMM Executive Director Joe Masi points to Portage as an example of why having a number of candidates running is important. He says 23 candidates for mayor and council provides choices for voters.

Both groups hope young people especially will take part, because they often don't pay close attention to municipal affairs. Masi notes getting to know the candidates is key because they make decisions that can have a significant effect.