Otago Regional Council
Gretchen Robertson
Co-Chair Strategy and Planning Committee
Gretchen Robertson
Co-Chair Strategy and Planning Committee
Why I'm standing
A healthy thriving environment has to be a priority for protecting all that we love about Otago and indeed our own wellbeing. I believe Otago Regional Council must focus on being the environmental custodians our ratepayers expect. I love working with people and understand science. My goal is for an Otago Regional Council focus on action rather than distractions.
About me
I'm a 7th generation Dunedin person with a background as an aquatic ecologist and community facilitator. Regional councils need a strong understanding of science to be effective. Understanding current environmental conditions along with evidence-based knowledge of on-the-ground changes needed for real improvement. This can't be in isolation from skills of listening, team-ethos, strategic ability and long-term commitment. These are the unique skills I can bring to the table.
My priorities
- Ensure Otago's rivers, lakes and wetlands are shared treasures we pass on healthy, with pride.
- Awareness and active protection of Otago's remaining native ecosystems. Loss can't continue.
- Build an effective working team culture at Otago Regional Council. Leadership means gaining the best from others.
Current role
Co-Chair Strategy and Planning Committee
Before politics
Aquatic Ecologist, Facilitator
Residence
Hills Suburbs, Dunedin
Age
44
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Why I'm standing
A healthy thriving environment has to be a priority for protecting all that we love about Otago and indeed our own wellbeing. I believe Otago Regional Council must focus on being the environmental custodians our ratepayers expect. I love working with people and understand science. My goal is for an Otago Regional Council focus on action rather than distractions.
About me
I'm a 7th generation Dunedin person with a background as an aquatic ecologist and community facilitator. Regional councils need a strong understanding of science to be effective. Understanding current environmental conditions along with evidence-based knowledge of on-the-ground changes needed for real improvement. This can't be in isolation from skills of listening, team-ethos, strategic ability and long-term commitment. These are the unique skills I can bring to the table.
My priorities
- Ensure Otago's rivers, lakes and wetlands are shared treasures we pass on healthy, with pride.
- Awareness and active protection of Otago's remaining native ecosystems. Loss can't continue.
- Build an effective working team culture at Otago Regional Council. Leadership means gaining the best from others.
Current role
Co-Chair Strategy and Planning Committee
Before politics
Aquatic Ecologist, Facilitator
Residence
Hills Suburbs, Dunedin
Age
44
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