Former Baddeck Commissioners Compete in Victoria County Byelection
2 former Baddeck commissioners face off in Victoria County byelection
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In the upcoming byelection for Victoria County, two former commissioners from the Village of Baddeck, Gary Crowder and Ian Nicholson, are vying for the vacant council seat. Both candidates aim to mend the strained relationship between local councils and address pressing issues such as affordability and healthcare access.
- 01Gary Crowder, a retired real estate broker, resigned from the Baddeck commission to run for the county seat after a council member's resignation.
- 02Crowder emphasizes the importance of cooperation among councillors to resolve disputes and move forward positively.
- 03Ian Nicholson, a former Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation manager, aims to build trust and relationships within the county council.
- 04Crowder has identified affordability and municipal cost management as key concerns among voters.
- 05Advance polling for the byelection begins on Thursday, with the election scheduled for May 30.
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The byelection for Victoria County, Nova Scotia, features two former commissioners from the Village of Baddeck: Gary Crowder and Ian Nicholson. Crowder, a retired real estate broker who moved to Baddeck five years ago, resigned from the village commission to run for the county seat, which became vacant due to a council member's resignation. He aims to foster cooperation among councillors to address ongoing disputes between the village and county councils, particularly regarding funding for infrastructure and maintenance. Nicholson, a retired manager from the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation, shares a similar vision of building trust and collaboration within the council. Both candidates recognize that affordability and healthcare access are pressing issues for voters. As the campaign progresses, Crowder has gathered feedback from residents, while Nicholson is still seeking input. Advance polling will start on Thursday, with the byelection set for May 30, marking a crucial moment for the local governance of Victoria County.
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The outcome of the byelection could influence local governance and the relationship between Baddeck and Victoria County, affecting residents' concerns over taxation and municipal services.
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