Puketāpapa Local Board
The Puketāpapa Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of six members. 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 Puketāpapa Local Board election.
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Jon Turner
Why I'm standing
I have greatly enjoyed my time on the Board so far and want to continue the work begun on improving the environment, offering better transport choices, increasing community participation and creating better neighbourhoods. Puketāpapa is changing rapidly, with Kāinga Ora redeveloping multiple neighbourhoods and it is vital we have engaged communities and strong advocacy at the table. The Manukau Harbour, Te Auaunga and Wairaki Stream and our parks are taonga we need to protect.
About me
Over the last three years I have dedicated myself to the board, becoming deputy chair in early 2021 and representing the board on the Manukau Harbour Forum as the Chair. I work collaboratively with a wide range of people, focused on getting the best outcome for Puketāpapa and the wider Tāmaki Makaurau region. I have successfully secured extra funding for Puketāpapa through Auckland Transport and advocacy to the Governing Body, bringing extra benefits to our community.
My priorities
- Support expansion of the Puketāpapa Greenway Network to improve walking and cycling safety.
- Partner with community groups to continue engaging the diverse communities of Puketāpapa.
- Request additional investment from Auckland Transport into repairing and upgrading our footpaths.
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