Upper Hutt City Council

The Upper Hutt City 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. 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 Upper Hutt City Council election.

Chris Carson

Upper Hutt City councillor

Chris Carson

Upper Hutt City councillor

Why I'm standing

I am seeking a third term. I am a chartered accountant with extensive financial management and governance experience. I chair the council's Finance and Performance Committee and sit on the Assurance and Risk Committee. I have had over 30 years experience as a chief financial officer in central government and have provided financial services to many not-for-profit organisations, especially in Upper Hutt where I have lived since 1975.

About me

I am a team player who is not afraid to debate issues but will agree with a decision once it is made by council. My professional experience and knowledge as a chartered accountant have proven to be of value during my two terms as an Upper Hutt City councillor.

My priorities
  1. Ensure that rates are kept to a minimum.
  2. Complete a master transport plan for Upper Hutt and implement it.
  3. Council's services are provided in a cost-effective way, to a standard and timeliness expected.
Current role

Upper Hutt City councillor

Before politics

Chartered accountant

Residence

Totara Park – Upper Hutt

Age

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Why I'm standing

I am seeking a third term. I am a chartered accountant with extensive financial management and governance experience. I chair the council's Finance and Performance Committee and sit on the Assurance and Risk Committee. I have had over 30 years experience as a chief financial officer in central government and have provided financial services to many not-for-profit organisations, especially in Upper Hutt where I have lived since 1975.

About me

I am a team player who is not afraid to debate issues but will agree with a decision once it is made by council. My professional experience and knowledge as a chartered accountant have proven to be of value during my two terms as an Upper Hutt City councillor.

My priorities
  1. Ensure that rates are kept to a minimum.
  2. Complete a master transport plan for Upper Hutt and implement it.
  3. Council's services are provided in a cost-effective way, to a standard and timeliness expected.
Current role

Upper Hutt City councillor

Before politics

Chartered accountant

Residence

Totara Park – Upper Hutt

Age

No response

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