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932 Highway 1
Hebron NS B5A 5Z5
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Councillor Jim Baxter
Councillor Jim Baxter is the newly elected representative for District 4. Jim grew up a middle brother of 6 in the south end of Yarmouth. He and his wife Patricia currently live in Port Maitland where they have resided for the past 6 years.
Jim started his career path as a young Manager in Training with Zellers working in their Yarmouth, Bedford, Dartmouth and New Minas stores over a 6 year period. Next, at a still young age he started as a production operator with Michelin Tires in the Annapolis valley. As a production operator Jim focused on continuing his education receiving multiple certificates at both Acadia University and NSCC across a range of studies. Over a 30 year career he was promoted to trainer, Learning Centre co-ordinator, Business Unit Leader, Industrial Engineer and finally the Training Manager of the facility. In these roles he worked with many individuals from many different countries and with a variety of backgrounds.
Jim also taught Manufacturing Leadership Certificate courses for NSCC both in the valley and locally. He is currently working as a home energy advisor helping people to stay warm and save money by making their homes more efficient.
Jim spends his free time with his family, his dogs, and in spring and summer you will find him in his orchard and gardens.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns please reach out to Jim. He looks forward to meeting with you and helping in any way possible.
Councillor Jim Baxter participates on several boards and committees.
Complete list of councillor board and committee appointments
Communities served by Councillor Jim Baxter
Short Beach, Sandford, Lake George, Richmond, Darlings Lake, Beaver River, Port Maitland.
After a 4 year hiatus from Municipal politics with the Town of Yarmouth, serving as mayor, deputy mayor and councilor over 15 years, Phil returns to the table as a municipal councilor for District 3.
He is well versed in rural and town issues. As an elected town official, he has chaired and sat on numerous committees. As mayor, Phil had the opportunity to engage all municipal units in the province of Nova Scotia during the restoration of our ferry service through the NS International Ferry Partnership.
Phil has served on provincial and federal agencies, as well as a town caucus rep on the NSFM and is currently serving on the provincial board of NSFM.
Outside of his council duties, Phil is involved in multiple community organizations such as Knights of Columbus ,Yarmouth Links, Yarmouth Argyle Home Support, Villa St Joseph and The Meadows.
During their spare time, Phil and his wife Darlene enjoy travelling and spending time on the golf course, and also enjoying the view on their property on the river in Carleton.
932 Highway
Hebron NS B5A 5Z5
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Councillor Phil Mooney
Complete list of councillor board and committee appointments
Communities served by Councillor Phil Mooney
Brenton, South Ohio, Deerfield, Summerville, Mood Road.
932 Highway 1
Hebron NS B5A 5Z5
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Councillor Daniel Muise
Daniel has been a life long resident of Yarmouth County. He grew up in Arcadia and attended Maple Grove and Yarmouth High School. He studied briefly at Acadia before joinging the sales team at Sobeys and later Frito Lay (Pepsico), where he has enjoyed a 28-year (and counting) career in sales.
Daniel has always been active in sports and coaching. He continues to referee basketball, and has a newly found love of golf. He enjoys community volunteerism and is active in the 100 Men who Share Club, Rotary Club events, and lending a hand at many community events.
Daniel previously shared as a councilor for four years and is happy to be back on the council. He has a particular interest in Planning Advisory, Recreation, Mariners Centre, and Police Advisory. He is a proud father of 5 adult children (4 of whom have moved back here) and 5 grandchildren. He and his wife Kerry reside in Summervile.;
Councillor Daniel Muise participates on several boards and committees.
Complete list of councillor board and committee appointments
Communities served by Councillor Daniel Muise
Arcadia, Pleasant Lake, Melbourne, Greenville, Pinkney's Point.
932 Highway 1
Hebron NS B5A 5Z5
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Warden John Cunningham
Warden John Cunningham has been serving District 1 since November 2008 and has been acclaimed in the past 3 elections. John grew up on a dairy farm in Chebogue and has lived in the Municipality of Yarmouth all his life and has a strong passion for the community and for hard work. John is a red seal heavy diesel mechanic by trade and owns a convenience store and coffee franchise in Carleton, where he, his wife Jennifer, and their family reside.
In addition to John’s current titles as entrepreneur, mechanic, and Warden, John is a volunteer fire fighter, avid ourdoorsman and hunter.
John states that he chose to run again in the 2024 elections to complete unfinished business. John wants to ensure that internet and cell service connections are improved over the next four years and that earmarked projects get completed. John feels his greatest strengths are his willingness to ask the hard questions; he has no hidden agendas; he makes a conscious effort to accept and thrive in ever changing environments.
Warden John Cunningham participates on several boards and committees.
Complete list of councillor board and committee appointments
Communities Served by Warden John Cunningham
Kemptville, Carleton, Canaan, Raynardton, Tusket Falls, Norwood, Brazil Lake, Lake Annis, Gavelton (part), Pleasant Valley.
