Otago Regional Council
Geoff Lyell
Independent
Geoff Lyell
Independent
Why I'm standing
Someone once said "you had better take an interest in politics or otherwise politics will take an interest in you". I am concerned with increasing bureaucracy both at a local and central government level. I believe the least bureaucracy as possible is best. In the last couple of years many people have become very concerned as is evident with the unprecedented multiple protests. I wish to understand the issues to help heal the rift.
About me
I am semi retired, so as such I have the luxury of committing to the role in a full time fashion. I will be able to meet more people more often to allow me to understand concerns fully. My background as a professional firefighter and as an electrician with high voltage distribution expertise should offer a no nonsense pragmatic skill set that enhances council as a whole.
My priorities
- Ensure that climate change policies are practical and affordable for council, the poor and business.
- Lobby for the retention of the Dunedin "one-way" roading network.
- Engage with disenfranchised groups such as Groundswell and anti-mandate groups.
Before politics
Firefighter/Electrician
Residence
Karitane
Age
58
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Why I'm standing
Someone once said "you had better take an interest in politics or otherwise politics will take an interest in you". I am concerned with increasing bureaucracy both at a local and central government level. I believe the least bureaucracy as possible is best. In the last couple of years many people have become very concerned as is evident with the unprecedented multiple protests. I wish to understand the issues to help heal the rift.
About me
I am semi retired, so as such I have the luxury of committing to the role in a full time fashion. I will be able to meet more people more often to allow me to understand concerns fully. My background as a professional firefighter and as an electrician with high voltage distribution expertise should offer a no nonsense pragmatic skill set that enhances council as a whole.
My priorities
- Ensure that climate change policies are practical and affordable for council, the poor and business.
- Lobby for the retention of the Dunedin "one-way" roading network.
- Engage with disenfranchised groups such as Groundswell and anti-mandate groups.
Before politics
Firefighter/Electrician
Residence
Karitane
Age
58
Connect via
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