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The Auckland Council makes strategic decisions for Auckland on public transport, urban planning, environmental protection and other big issues. The council provides funding to local boards to provide public services in their areas, and manages council-controlled organisations which provide infrastructure, such as public transport, water and sewerage. The councillors and mayor make up the governing body, which shares governance of Auckland Council with the 21 local boards. The governing body is made up of 20 councillors plus the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in Auckland). One councillor will be elected from your ward. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Auckland Council election.
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Beth Houlbrooke
Why I'm standing
I believe we could be getting better results for Rodney with a more collaborative, constructive approach than the current oppositional one. We have missed opportunities to have our priorities included in budgets because our current councillor has failed to effectively raise them and win majority support from around the council table. His continuous public criticism of the very people he needs to work with has left him out of favour with his colleagues, and ineffective.
About me
I have the ability to build strong positive relationships with councillors of all political persuasions, and with council staff, that are critical to gaining support for Rodney's priorities. I have spent the last nine years building vital networks and connections and am known for my strong work ethic and responsiveness to constituents. I have proven that I can build an effective team around me that delivers results. I have a track record of achievement.
My priorities
- Increase budgets for maintenance and sealing of roads, and bring forward investment into new roads.
- Ensure footpaths, cycling, and public transport options are on par with the rest of Auckland.
- Clean up our waterways and harbours, insist on better compliance for land use contributing to silting.
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