George Vadeboncoeur – Penetanguishene councillor
I’m George Vadeboncoeur and I’m running for councillor in Penetanguishene.
I have 35 years’ municipal experience, with the last 23 years as a chief administrative officer, 10 years with Penetanguishene and the last 13 years with the Town of Wasaga Beach. I just retired from Wasaga Beach.
I have degree in urban planning from the University of Waterloo and a master’s degree in public administration, with a specialization in local government from the University of Western Ontario.
My community service includes serving on the PGH Board of Trustees for nine years, including two years as chair; four years as vice-chair of the Bar Committee for Penetanguishene Legion Branch 68; president of the Penetanguishene/Midland Basketball Association for over 15 years, and over 20 years as Rotarian.
I have an excellent understanding of how local government works and how to get things done.
My whole career has been spent working with different councils, municipal employees, contractors and volunteers to improve the quality of life for residents and businesses.
I’ve had overall responsibility for all facets of Town operations, including budgets, public works, planning, events and recreation. Working with excellent staff, we were always focused on delivering great customer service.
My priority, if elected, is to work with council and staff to improve the town, using my background and experience.
Specifically, I would work toward allocating more funds to road and sidewalk repairs. I would work on bringing events to town for the benefit of residents and local businesses. I would support environmentally sensitive residential, commercial and industrial growth. I’d review the recommendations from the service delivery study to ensure we have the appropriate number of staff in the right places to deliver the services the public expects. I support effective policing to ensure a safe community, and I’d support the construction of affordable housing.
I live at 31 Dufferin St., Penetanguishene and can be reached at or at . I’m on Facebook.