Waikato District Council
The Waikato 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 13 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). One councillor will be elected from the Waerenga-Whitikahu General 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 Waikato District Council election.
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Tremayne Thompson
Why I'm standing
Mahatma Gandhi said "be the change you wish to see in the world," and our communities have said they're ready for change. I am standing for council because I want to be someone who steps up and leads that change we all want. I want to help create a better and more sustainable future for my son, and for all of our next generation and bring common sense back to the council table.
About me
I went to school here in Waiterimu and then Orini and I helped organise the annual A and P show, Christmas and Anzac Parade in Te Kauwhata. I know our communities and I believe in them. I am aspirational and ambitious for them. I hold strong core values and beliefs, and these ground me in my principles. All of this, I will bring with me and will use it to guide me as your councillor and representative.
My priorities
- Review council's accounts, paying attention to wasteful spending and plans for paying off council debt
- Connectivity – Open the Te Kauwhata train station and fix digital coverage access.
- Develop integrated approaches to reduce emissions, increase biodiversity and improve water quality.
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