Ōpōtiki District Council
Waioeka-Waiōtahi-Otara Ward
The Ōpōtiki District 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 six councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Two councillors will be elected from the Waioeka-Waiōtahi-Otara 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 Ōpōtiki District Council election.
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Dean William Petersen
Dean William Petersen
Why I'm standing
I will be a voice for the rural community.
About me
Born and breed in Ōpōtiki, I would like to work with the council, iwi and community to move this town forward.
My priorities
- Keep council accountable for the spending, rates and debt.
- Plan for maintaining and tar-sealing rural roads. The council needs to be seen doing this.
- Supporting local sporting groups and community organisations.
Before politics
Farmer
Residence
Kutarere
Age
55
Why I'm standing
I will be a voice for the rural community.
About me
Born and breed in Ōpōtiki, I would like to work with the council, iwi and community to move this town forward.
My priorities
- Keep council accountable for the spending, rates and debt.
- Plan for maintaining and tar-sealing rural roads. The council needs to be seen doing this.
- Supporting local sporting groups and community organisations.
Before politics
Farmer
Residence
Kutarere
Age
55
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