Tasman District Council
The Tasman District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also passes local regulations and makes decisions about infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage, and about the region’s resources, including water, soil and the coastline. The council is made up of 13 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Three councillors will be elected from the Motueka 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 Tasman District Council election.
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Nick Hughes
Why I'm standing
Over the last three years I have seen Tasman District Council treat some people appallingly in my opinion. The evidence I have seen suggests coverups and misinformation. We need to make Tasman District Council staff accountable again. A return to being a service provider and putting people first! Once this is achieved, I believe most other problems will fall into place.
About me
I have lived in the Motueka region for many years(with a few years overseas). My children have grown up here. It saddens me that our region is becoming increasingly difficult to stay in. We need to put people back into the equation! I have been witness to a very dark side of council and feel this needs urgent change.
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