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Candidate statement
I am proud to have been nominated as your city councillor. I stand firmly behind our mayor and will support any initiative that helps reduce excessive spending and deliver better value for ratepayers. With over 30 years of hands-on experience in facilities and infrastructure management, I know where efficiencies can be found - and where unnecessary costs can be cut. I'll work hard to ensure council officials are held to account, reduce red tape, and free up the bureaucracy that's slowing real progress. Safer communities, smarter spending, and honest leadership - that's my commitment to you.
Why I want to be elected
I want to make a difference to real people (rate payers), I'm not a career councillor or a career politician. I'm just a normal person looking for change in the way council conducts its business. I believe in being voted in by the people and acting for the people. I stand firmly behind our mayor and will support any initiative that helps reduce excessive spending and deliver better value for ratepayers. I would like to bring people back to the city and make the CBD vibrant again.
My key skills and qualities
With over 30 years of hands on experience in facilities and infrastructure management, I know where efficiencies can be found, and where unnecessary costs can be cut. In the past I have run and facilitated works for the Council on their Council contracts and I am well versed in what is needed to save money and reduce needless spending. I'm well known for my consideration and care in considering the views of the people and their needs
My top three key issues
1. Lack of vibrancy and activity in the inner city The CBD is experiencing a decline in foot traffic and has reached a stage of stagnation, with many local businesses struggling or closing up shop. I am proposing free parking for those coming to the city from 6pm to 6am Monday to Friday and free parking weekends. 2. Safety and Security in the inner city. The perception of safety is crucial for attracting people back to the city centre 3. Infrastructure challenges Speed up planning and consents
My position on key topics
Transport
I want to advocate with some urgency free carparking 6pm to 6am Monday to Friday with free parking Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays for the inner city to encourage people back into the city supporting local businesses and staff that work at these businesses.
Water
I am no expert in this area to be honest and will be willing to listen to any proposals being put forward by the experts on infrastructure projects ensuring its done cost effectively to the benefit of all rate payers
Built environment
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Natural environment
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Community
By optimising the inner cities local facilities and working with local iwi I would like to see interaction between different age groups and services like volunteering, mutual aid and civic organisations. This reinforces community ties. I want to ensure the public spaces are safe and welcoming to all regardless of age or background. I wish to collaborate with community groups and residents ensuring the people have a say in what the council will be providing for their enjoyment.
Economic and cultural development
I want to work closely with local businesses to bring back activity and vibrancy to the main business districts with in the city
Well-managed local government and outcomes for Māori
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Candidate's supporting links
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