NORTH Nowra resident Barry Horton has come forward as a candidate for Shoalhaven City Council in the September Local Government election.
Mr Horton is a candidate for ward one and has been endorsed by the Shoalhaven Action Campaign.
Born and raised in Nowra, Mr Horton spent several years living in Europe but returned to North Nowra 10 years ago.
He said he was motivated by a desire to give back to the community and to give the people of Shoalhaven what they wanted and needed.
“I love living here and I want to give something back,” he said.
“I want to ensure decisions made in the future reflect what the people of Shoalhaven want.”
Development and infrastructure were issues high on his agenda, particularly balancing the two with environmental needs of the region.
“The future planning processes are very important,” he said.
“A key issue for me is the North Nowra Link Road, I have a suggestion for a better option than the one the current council has chosen.”
Working at Shoalhaven Hospital has provided Mr Horton with a good connection with the community and he said he would bring an honest approach to council.
Sporting grounds in the Shoalhaven were also an issue of importance, he said.