By Mac Campbell

Op-Ed Commentary

My name is Mac Campbell and I am asking for your support in the upcoming election. I am standing for election to City of Kimberley council and re-election as Trustee of School District No. 6.

In this article I highlight my objectives in each of these roles. Equally important are the values which define who I am, and drive what I do; hard-working, innovative, respectful, progressive, professional, patient, open and caring.

Throughout my life I have taken an active interest in politics and government because of the impact government has on the economy and people’s lives. I strive for continuous improvement and would like to make things better including bridging the gap in communications and understanding between councillors and trustees.

Objectives as city councillor

My education and work experience in housing and finance will be fresh, productive and complementary additions to city council. I will listen and take positive creative steps to ensure Kimberley is well positioned for the future. My top three objectives are:

– economic development, diversification, job creation;

– affordable housing options in our healthy lifestyle community;

– continuous improvement in service delivery including infrastructure.

Learn more about my background, qualifications and goals as they relate to city councillor by visiting maccampbell.ca or LinkedIn. I can also be contacted via Facebook email [email protected] or phone 250-427-0175.

Objectives as Trustee SD6

While engaging with parents, students, educators and government, I will work for innovation so we can be ahead of the curve for our students. I will observe, enquire, listen and be proactive to ensure student education needs are met.

Kimberley’s school age population is growing and ahead of forecasts. We need expanded capacity as primary and middle schools are close to capacity. In my continuing role as Trustee, I have three main objectives:

– renovate and re-open Blarchmont School as a third and central primary school;

– decentralizing pre-K programs (ages 3-4) to primary schools;

– phased redevelopment of Selkirk Secondary with one of the benefits being the retention of our large shops.

Learn more about my background, qualifications and goals as they relate to school board of trustees by visiting maccampbell.ca or LinkedIn. I can also be contacted via Facebook email [email protected] or phone 250-427-0175.

Mark your calendar for the Councillor Forum October 15 and the Mayoralty and Trustee Forum October 16 at McKim Middle School. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Forum starts at 7 p.m. Both events hosted by the Kimberley Chamber of Commerce.

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