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). Four councillors will be elected from the Nelson Park 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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Greg (Grego) Mawson
Why I'm standing
I ran in 2019 because there was a disconnect between the council and the community. We've had a big culture shift at council and I've contributed to that. Being a Napierite since I was 2, it's an honour to serve Napier while I do feel council has achieved a lot I've definitely got unfinished business and want to see a lot more projects through.
About me
My day job as a personal trainer has me listening and working with people to achieve. Council is the same except on a whole different level. As a fit father with a young family, during the covid lockdown, I volunteered, delivering food parcels, shopping and medications to our most vulnerable in the community. I don't mind putting in the work. I'm also a member of a local board on a nationwide charity.
My priorities
- Continue keeping water as our number one priority, to deliver safe water by locals for locals.
- Continue the fight against Three Waters to ensure local democracy is retained.
- Work with other organisations to improve the housing crisis.
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