Hawke's Bay Regional Council
The Hawke's Bay Regional Council 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 11 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). Three councillors will be elected from the Ahuriri/Napier constituency. 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 Hawke's Bay Regional Council election.
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Martin Williams
Why I'm standing
I want to use my 25 years of experience in environmental and local government law to benefit the region, and build on the impact and value I have made and added in my first term on the regional council, including as chair of regional transport and hearings committees.
About me
I work well in a team environment, with a deep and robust understanding of the complex challenges faced by regional councils (not least in Hawke's Bay) from my legal training and experience under the RMA, getting to the core issues and finding solutions. Strategic thinking and long term vision.
My priorities
- Climate change resilience and mitigation (reducing regional emissions, being better prepared).
- Biodiversity, 'rewilding' our urban and rural landscapes, predator control, and sediment control.
- Public transport, rail and freight network to support social and economic wellbeing of region.
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