Biography
Reuben Konnik is serving his fourth term on Council. He was first elected in October 2010. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Alberta, majoring in Political Science.
Reuben has lived in Lacombe for the past 16 years and has come to love this community not only for its amenities but also for its strong volunteerism, which he feels is a huge contributing factor to the overall success of the community.
Reuben currently works as a realtor for Royal LePage Lifestyles Realty in Lacombe.
Community Involvement
Reuben’s involvement in the community has included spending three years as a trustee with St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic School Board. He has been a member of the Knights of Columbus for 16 years. Outside of volunteering in the community, Reuben enjoys spending time with family, reading books and playing board games with his kids.
Municipal Role
Councillor Konnik was re-elected in October 2017, and in October 2021. He has sat on many boards and committees over his time in office, and currently serves on the following:
- Council Committee of the Whole
- Council Remuneration Review Committee
- Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan Advisor Committee
- Intermunicipal Development Plan Committee
- Lacombe Foundation Board