Nelson City Council
The Nelson City Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also passes local regulations and makes decisions about infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage, and about the region’s resources, including water, soil and the coastline. The council is made up of 12 councillors and the mayor. This election is for the three councillors elected by all voters in the city. The other councillors will be elected to represent wards (areas in the city.) 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 Nelson City Council election.
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Mani Rai
Why I'm standing
Passionate for Nelson. And strong desire to revitalise Nelson's arts, culture and local business needs.
About me
I have lived in Nelson for 19 years. Have young family and local restaurant business, Little India. I want to give back to the community, and improve representation and advocacy for local businesses and community needs.
My priorities
- Develop a better interface between businesses and council to provide support and build relationships.
- Bringing more events into Nelson to provide a positive outlook for community and strong economy.
- Ensure affordable residential and commercial rates, and prudent investment and debt management.
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