I am a supporter of the Trusts community ownership model. Unlike the rest of Auckland, our community is fortunate it can manage the proliferation of unsuitable liquor outlets, whilst gaining direct community benefit from the business profits of this problematic industry. However, hospitality is the weak link in our community owned enterprise. Unquestionably private operators do it better than the Trusts. Therefore I pledge to support a referendum at the next election in order to decide if the community wish to retain licensing trust control out 'West'. I am an experienced Independent candidate with a common sense approach. I am a strong community advocate with a proven track record of achievement in Waitakere community affairs. Community experience includes Finance Committee Chair on both Waitakere and Auckland Councils, Whau Councillor and Portage Trust President. I've lived in Titirangi for 60 years, co-raising the Pearl clan and love our close knit community.