2022

Napier City Council

The Napier 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 12 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). Two councillors will be elected from the Ahuriri 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 Napier City Council election.

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Keith Price

Louise Burnside

Karl Goodchild

Leanne Cotter-Arlidge

Hayley Browne

Keith Price

Napier City councillor – Ahuriri Ward representative

Why I'm standing

I am passionate about Napier and have enjoyed being involved in ensuring effective growth and maintenance of our city. I believe that our city is the best, but it can always be better.

About me

My passion and experience make me a good elected representative. I draw from fifteen years as a council representative as well as a career in the NZ Police, effective business management and significant involvement in the sporting community. Over my years in council I have chaired Tourism and Economic Development, Infrastructure, been on the Hawke's Bay Land Transport Committee, Coastal Hazard Committee and Regional Park Committee as well as numerous other roles and groups.

My priorities

  1. Water. Updating our infrastructure for effective provincial management of our Three Waters is essential.
  2. Safety. Support the public feedback on safety, using city assist to meet the public needs.
  3. Sea level rise. Napier is vulnerable due to the landscape. Investigate effects and plan.

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