Selwyn District Council
The Selwyn 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 10 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Three councillors will be elected from the Rolleston 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 Selwyn District Council election.
Selwyn District Council candidates
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Mel Stenhouse
Why I'm standing
I believe that the Selwyn District has a lot to offer its residents. Continued growth has placed pressure on the local school rolls. Additional schools are needed in the area. Adequate parking and access ways are required across the district to allow safe passage for our tamariki to and from school.
About me
I have taught in the primary education sector for the past 25 years. The focus was always to have the learner at the centre of the decisions. All of the age ranges count in this district and each demographic has its own set of needs to meet. I am an excellent communicator and I will listen to and respond to suggestions. I collaborate well with others and value other points of view.
My priorities
- Maintain existing roads and make improvements to several high-risk intersections.
- Review the parking and accessibility for all our local schools.
- Review our zoning procedures to limit medium density housing areas within the Rolleston ward.
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