2022

Christchurch City Council

Fendalton Ward
The Christchurch City Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of 16 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). One councillor will be elected from the Fendalton 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 Christchurch City Council election.

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Colin Meurk

Colin Meurk

James Gough

James Gough

James Gough

Independent Citizens

| City Councillor for Fendalton

James Gough

Independent Citizens

| City Councillor for Fendalton

Why I'm standing

I am not interested in why things cannot happen, I am committed to finding ways they can. I want to ensure that Christchurch is a sustainably prosperous, safe, and vibrant city now and for the future.

About me

I bring a business lens with a people focus that puts you and our city's future at the heart of decision-making. With a proven track record of performance, experience and capability, I consider it a privilege and a pleasure to represent you.

My priorities
  1. Smarter spending, less borrowing and capping the unsustainable rates rises.
  2. Instill a can-do attitude to all areas of council business to enable our residents to prosper.
  3. Ensure the core services are done properly, drive value for the city and curb wasteful spending.
Current role

City Councillor for Fendalton

Before politics

Director, Asset Manager

Residence

Fendalton Ward

Age

36

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Why I'm standing

I am not interested in why things cannot happen, I am committed to finding ways they can. I want to ensure that Christchurch is a sustainably prosperous, safe, and vibrant city now and for the future.

About me

I bring a business lens with a people focus that puts you and our city's future at the heart of decision-making. With a proven track record of performance, experience and capability, I consider it a privilege and a pleasure to represent you.

My priorities
  1. Smarter spending, less borrowing and capping the unsustainable rates rises.
  2. Instill a can-do attitude to all areas of council business to enable our residents to prosper.
  3. Ensure the core services are done properly, drive value for the city and curb wasteful spending.
Current role

City Councillor for Fendalton

Before politics

Director, Asset Manager

Residence

Fendalton Ward

Age

36

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