Environment Canterbury
Environment Canterbury is the regional council for Canterbury. It makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of up to 16 councillors. 14 councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region), including two councillors from the Christchurch West/Ōpuna constituency. Up to two councillors can be appointed by Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. 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 Environment Canterbury election.
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Deon Swiggs
Why I'm standing
Our region has all the things you would want in the perfect lifestyle. But if we don't take action to protect these natural attractions and necessities we will lose them. I am also worried about the future of local democracy with the governments upcoming reforms. I want to be on council to ensure local decision making is protected for all our residents.
About me
I'm passionate about the region and have skills and experiences in local government, business, community and environmental advocacy that give me unique perspectives to make good decisions and get things done. I have an ability to communicate online to a wide audience and I want to use that to help people better understand what local government does so that they can be more empowered to engage, trust and participate in the things going on.
My priorities
- Local democracy and local decision making retained and enhanced.
- Enhancing land use planning in the region to ensure we protect our environment and grow sustainably.
- Tackling climate change while making our already awesome place to live even better.
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