Mayor of Timaru
The mayor is the leader of the council. Their job is to promote a vision for the district and lead the development of the council’s plans, policies and budget. The mayor appoints the deputy mayor, establishes committees for particular topics, and appoints chairs for those committees. 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 Timaru District Council mayoral election.
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Nigel Bowen
Why I'm standing
Attracting the funding we deserve from central government in a period of unprecedented reform requires strong proven leadership, that – with the delivery of vertical infrastructure projects confirmed in our long term plan – is imperative to the continued success of our district which I value being a part of and it would be my honour to serve in this role again.
About me
I bring proven leadership at both a local and national level on issues such as Three Waters reform. I have the financial skills with success in business for nearly 20 years and have a good balance in cross sector thinking across economic growth and sustainability with both a social and environmental lens.
My priorities
- Increase central government funding across multiple sectors, ie roading, mental health and climate.
- Continue delivery of capital projects proven by an increase of 30 to 72 million in three years.
- Deliver the water treatment plant for Claremont to sustain a holistic growth approach.
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