Another possible councillor has stepped up for Grand Bay-Westfield.
Jim Balcomb says he offers 25 years of economic development experience in the private sector and in government and he wants to make affordable improvements to the quality of life,
Balcomb says there is a need for increased, affordable housing for new, young families and for Seniors.
He has worked on a variety of boards for nonprofits including Key Industries Ltd.; Community Business Development Corporation; and is a founding member of Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada.
Balcomb has been involved in the organizing of multiple community projects including the Farmers Market that was held at the RVCC parking lot; the inaugural outdoors New Year’s Eve First Night and the New Year’s Eve Family Skate for several years.
He was also involved in the first two Relay for Life events held at the running track; the Honour Our Veterans Banner Project; and last year’s Canada, NB and GBW flag banner project.
Balcomb was the Vice-President of the former River Valley Chamber of Commerce and a past president of the Fundy Trail Development Authority.
