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Mitch Campsall: candidate for mayor of 100 Mile House

The Free Press interviews 100 Mile House mayoral candidates
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Mitch Campsall and his family moved to the South Cariboo in search of work and an improved quality of life over 35 years. He is the current mayor of the 100 Mile District and is running for reelection.

Question: When did you initially get involved with politics and how long have you been involved?

A: I have been involved in local politics for the past 21 years. My love of community and giving back to the area that has been good to me is what drives me to contribute and do the best I can for our residents.

Q: What made you want to run for mayor?

A: I am seeking re-election as Mayor of 100 Mile House to continue to build on the excellent work our council and staff have done throughout the years.

Q: What are some of the more important issues in the 100 Mile District?

A: Infrastructure replacement has always been one of the most important issues facing the district. Good working relationships with all levels of government make a difference when seeking funding. Council and staff have made great relationships. Through great planning and need, we have, over the past ten years, obtained $9.5 million for water, sewer, etc.

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Like every other community across B.C., affordable housing is an issue. The current council has been in discussions with prospective developers for the past two years and we are confident some major announcements will be revealed in the months ahead.

Fire protection has become a high priority and this year alone the district has invested tens of thousands of dollars in fuel manipulation planning, which will see “boots on the ground” very shortly creating fire breaks and fuel manipulation work to significantly improve the district’s ability to attack any threat that may come at us along the Horse Lake Ridge corridor.

Q: What do you wish to accomplish during your term if elected?

A: The main job of local government is roads, water, sewer, and fire protection. We know local infrastructure must be replaced continually. Over the next 10 to 15 years some major upgrades will need to be done and council has planned on building reserve good, reliable and affordable services.

Fire protection, recreation and leisure services (as determined by the residents of 100 Mile House) maintain our role in economic development to ensure the ground is fertile for business to plant seeds and grow in our community are also important to me moving forward.

Q: Why should the people of 100 Mile vote for you?

A: A strong focus on financial stewardship, continued leadership in infrastructure replacement and a genuine love of this community are just some of the reasons some of the residents should re-elect me as mayor.

Q: How can supporters get in touch with you or find out more about your platform?

A: By phone at 250-395-0315 or email pm campsall@shaw.ca.


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