Municipal elections are coming up! Residents in the Villages of Alma, Riverside-Albert and Hillsborough will have the opportunity to vote for village councilors and mayors on May 10th. All residents of rural Albert County can vote for members of the district education council (DEC) and regional health authority. For details, contact Elections New Brunswick at 1-888-858-8683 (VOTE) or www.electionsnb.ca.
Nominations for candidates are still open but a few people have already thrown their hats into the ring. Bob Rochon, Melody Land and Tyler Bickford all explained in 200 words what they aim to do in their village if elected. The submissions are printed in the order we received them. We will provide more election coverage in the May issue.
Nominations for candidates are still open but a few people have already thrown their hats into the ring. Bob Rochon, Melody Land and Tyler Bickford all explained in 200 words what they aim to do in their village if elected. The submissions are printed in the order we received them. We will provide more election coverage in the May issue.
Bob Rochon
Candidate for Mayor of Hillsborough
If offered the opportunity to serve as mayor, I will draw on my experience in both government and the volunteer sector to provide guidance and advice on issues related to financial management, administration and other areas of concern to the community.
I will strive to ensure that every issue brought before council receives timely, thoughtful and thorough consideration. I believe in transparency and ensuring citizens are kept informed. To that end, I hope to communicate regularly through a variety of methods and am optimistic that we can generate public interest and increase attendance at council meetings.
My focus will be to continue the positive work of the current council and to build on their past achievements. This includes continuing to pursue business development opportunities, investing in the community’s facilities in a responsible manner, and promoting partnerships with stakeholders. Lastly, I will be mindful to consider our seniors, ensure effective emergency services and make sure we continue to enjoy a safe and sustainable water supply.
On May 10th, I ask for your support. I commit to working effectively with councillors, the Village of Hillsborough’s team of employees and citizens to build on progress made, and bring about further, positive change.
I will strive to ensure that every issue brought before council receives timely, thoughtful and thorough consideration. I believe in transparency and ensuring citizens are kept informed. To that end, I hope to communicate regularly through a variety of methods and am optimistic that we can generate public interest and increase attendance at council meetings.
My focus will be to continue the positive work of the current council and to build on their past achievements. This includes continuing to pursue business development opportunities, investing in the community’s facilities in a responsible manner, and promoting partnerships with stakeholders. Lastly, I will be mindful to consider our seniors, ensure effective emergency services and make sure we continue to enjoy a safe and sustainable water supply.
On May 10th, I ask for your support. I commit to working effectively with councillors, the Village of Hillsborough’s team of employees and citizens to build on progress made, and bring about further, positive change.
Melody Land
Candidate for Councillor for Hillsborough
Candidate for Councillor for Hillsborough
Hillsborough is an incredible community. I love its people and have confidence in its ability to develop, grow, and thrive. I am confident that my knowledge of our region and community connections, combined with my professional and personal experience, will equip me to serve in a unique and distinctive way.
As a Councilor, my focus will be to help foster a collaborative, accessible, and dynamic local government. I will focus on:
Most importantly, I am available to you, the community. I want to hear what is important to you! Don’t hesitate to reach out and let me know.
As a Councilor, my focus will be to help foster a collaborative, accessible, and dynamic local government. I will focus on:
- Social Services. In other words, government-based activity for the welfare of others that include opportunities for education, health and wellness services, and making sure our community looks after its most vulnerable members.
- Non-Traditional Economic Development. With a thorough understanding of economic trends and funding strategies, I am determined to help create a sustainable plan to infuse our local economy.
- Families, Youth, and Community Engagement. A flourishing community occurs when its members are engaged and feel like they belong. I will create a youth steering committee to help engage with our youth and their families, as well as working with existing community groups.
Most importantly, I am available to you, the community. I want to hear what is important to you! Don’t hesitate to reach out and let me know.
Tyler Bickford
Candidate for Councillor for Hillsborough
Candidate for Councillor for Hillsborough
My family & I moved to Hillsborough about eight years ago and very quickly fell in love with the community.
I would like to see Hillsborough become a destination that people like to spend time at, instead of just pass through. I will work with the jewels that we already have such as The White Rock Nature Trails and the village walking trails to improve and expand their use.
With three children attending the school in Hillsborough, I want to see involvement from young people in the community and will do anything I can to foster their involvement.
We wouldn't be a community without business, and I will do what I can to help protect the businesses that we have and bring new business into the village.
I have also been attending the counsel meetings for about a year and a half now so that if elected, I can hit the ground running on the current issues and I look forward to working with all members of the counsel.
I am always open to feedback and questions so please feel free to reach out. I ask that you get out there on May 10th and vote for me, Tyler Bickford.
I would like to see Hillsborough become a destination that people like to spend time at, instead of just pass through. I will work with the jewels that we already have such as The White Rock Nature Trails and the village walking trails to improve and expand their use.
With three children attending the school in Hillsborough, I want to see involvement from young people in the community and will do anything I can to foster their involvement.
We wouldn't be a community without business, and I will do what I can to help protect the businesses that we have and bring new business into the village.
I have also been attending the counsel meetings for about a year and a half now so that if elected, I can hit the ground running on the current issues and I look forward to working with all members of the counsel.
I am always open to feedback and questions so please feel free to reach out. I ask that you get out there on May 10th and vote for me, Tyler Bickford.
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