Waitaki District Council
The Waitaki 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). Six councillors will be elected from the Oamaru 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 Waitaki District Council election.
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Garry Dodd
Why I'm standing
I am standing in the Oamaru Ward to represent the Waitaki district.
About me
I'm born and raised in Waihemo, however, I'm standing for council in Oamaru because I want to bring a wider district perspective to the council chambers. We don't have enough representation in the smaller places on the edges of the district at council. The community boards are under-resourced for the needs of their communities into the future.
My priorities
- Cement the future of Oamaru Hospital, retain and improve our health services in our district.
- Cut red tape for new builds, community projects and business support.
- Investigate the return on investment on council investments and debt.
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