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Councillor Bruce Kent resigns from Bass Coast Council after seven years citing difficulty balancing full-time work and council commitments
Councillor Bruce Kent resigns from Western Port Ward after seven years due to work commitments. Bass Coast Shire Council acknowledges his contributions and awaits electoral decisions for replacement.
Western Port Ward Councillor Bruce Kent today notified council that he would be resigning his position after almost seven years in the role. Cr Kent has recently returned to full-time work and he said he regretfully found it difficult to commit as much time to council as the role and the community deserved.
Experienced police officer, Councillor Bruce Kent, resigns after seven years in Bass Coast. He's committed to community, events, and ethical leadership
Farewell and gratitude
Bass Coast Shire Council Mayor Cr Michael Whelan thanked Cr Kent for his hard work and dedication to the Bass Coast community. "I know this has been a challenging decision for Bruce and on behalf of the council I wish him the best with his future work. Bruce can be extremely proud of the contribution he has made to helping Bass Coast become such a vibrant region to live, work and visit."
Council has officially notified the Victorian Electoral Commission and the Minister for Local Government of Cr Kent's resignation. Council must now wait to be officially notified by the VEC whether a countback or by-election is required to fill the vacancy. For more information contact: communications@basscoast.vic.gov.au.
Pictures from Bass Coast Shire Council website.
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