2022

Hamilton City Council

West General Ward
The Hamilton 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 14 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). Six councillors will be elected from the West ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Hamilton City Council election.

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Melissa Smith

Melissa Smith

Angela O'Leary

Angela O'Leary

Jose Gonzalez

Jose Gonzalez

Sarah Thomson

Sarah Thomson

Shanti Ralm

Shanti Ralm

Dan Steer

Dan Steer

Sanjay Joshi

Sanjay Joshi

Louise Hutt

Louise Hutt

Emma Pike

Emma Pike

Roger Stratford

Roger Stratford

Rudi Du Plooy

Rudi Du Plooy

Ewan Wilson

Ewan Wilson

Matthew Small

Matthew Small

Geoff Taylor

Geoff Taylor

Michael West

Michael West

Dhirendra Kumar Naresh

Dhirendra Kumar Naresh

Dave Boyd

Dave Boyd

Dan Steer

Dan Steer

Why I'm standing

I want to be the future-focused voice our city needs. I want a city moving in the right direction. A prosperous place where people want to do business, come to visit, but most importantly can live and thrive. A safe, multicultural city that is vibrant, inclusive and progressive. Whilst the work has started, there is plenty more to do and this is why I am running for election.

About me

I am actively involved in the community and with various organisations and have a track record of showing loyalty, integrity, commitment, strong leadership and being a team player. I hope to have your support to enhance our city and help our people, our environment and our various communities within Hamilton thrive.

My priorities
  1. CBD revitalistion – bring the beating heart back to the CBD.
  2. Parks/recreation – accessible parks, with well-maintained facilities and recreational opportunities.
  3. Infrastructure/city connections – a city allowing all of us to move safely and efficiently.
Before politics

Community Engagement role

Residence

Hamilton Central

Age

31

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Why I'm standing

I want to be the future-focused voice our city needs. I want a city moving in the right direction. A prosperous place where people want to do business, come to visit, but most importantly can live and thrive. A safe, multicultural city that is vibrant, inclusive and progressive. Whilst the work has started, there is plenty more to do and this is why I am running for election.

About me

I am actively involved in the community and with various organisations and have a track record of showing loyalty, integrity, commitment, strong leadership and being a team player. I hope to have your support to enhance our city and help our people, our environment and our various communities within Hamilton thrive.

My priorities
  1. CBD revitalistion – bring the beating heart back to the CBD.
  2. Parks/recreation – accessible parks, with well-maintained facilities and recreational opportunities.
  3. Infrastructure/city connections – a city allowing all of us to move safely and efficiently.
Before politics

Community Engagement role

Residence

Hamilton Central

Age

31

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