Exeter Times-Advocate - George Irvin seeking another term

Exeter Times-Advocate - George Irvin seeking another term

George Irvin seeking another term
August 11, 2010
Pat Bolen
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BLUEWATER — Stanley West ward Coun. George Irvin said he is pleased with the way the term has gone for both the ward and the Municipality of Bluewater and is looking forward to running again for the position this fall in the Oct. 25 municipal election.
Irvin said he always planned to run again for a third term.

Although Bluewater raised its tax rate this year, Irvin said the municipality is doing the best it can regarding taxes in order to provide services in a fair manner.

"We know what the requirements are and we have a long term plan for the finances required. You have to pay the piper either now or later."

Irvin noted the municipality has been fortunate and is appreciative of funding it has received in the past couple of years from the federal and provincial levels of government, but added, "we have to be aware the gifts won’t continue…we have to make sure the money is used efficiently."

One of the high points for Irvin was chairing the committee that was successful in getting the Blue Flag for the Bayfield Marina, which in 2009 was the first marina in Canada to receive the award.

Irvin was also the chairperson of the committee that was successful in having the Blue Flag raised over Bayfield beach July 2.

"I’m very confident we’re going in the right direction," said Irvin of the municipality, adding that the council has worked well together.

"We’re compassionate, concerned and quite effective."

Irvin said some of his priorities are to always take a proactive position regarding water quality as well as building a long-range plan for economic development.

He said he is also an effective and dedicated spokesperson for all the residents of Stanley West as well as for spending tax dollars efficiently and conservatively.

Irvin is the vice-chairperson of the board of directors for the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) as well as serving on the ABCA property management and human resources management committees.

In the municipality Irvin has served on several committees, including economic development and tourism as well as the Bluewater planning, environment and personnel committees.

One thing Irvin said he is concerned about is provincial legislation for wind turbine setbacks.

After Bluewater brought in its wind turnbine setback regulation, it was overruled by the province with a smaller distance.

"We have concerns about the health issues," said Irvin and added Bluewater isn’t the only municipality that has sent letters to the province that it doesn’t agree with the smaller setback.

As of Aug. 7, Irvin is the only declared candidate for Stanley West with the deadline for nominations Sept. 10.
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