Wellington City Council
The Wellington 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 15 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). Three councillors will be elected from the Motukairangi/Eastern ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Wellington City Council election.
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Teri O'Neill
Why I'm standing
In my ward, I am the only city councillor that has consistently chosen action on climate change, housing and empowerment for mana whenua relationships. I am most proud of my mahi in the natural environment, advocacy for people in housing need and supporting local residents. I'm standing because I want to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable people struggling right now and there is a lot more mahi we need to do.
About me
I grew up here, I'm a coach of local sport, a union member and a renter in the local area. Locally, during Covid-19 lockdowns I worked alongside social workers, council tenants, our elderly, and most vulnerable to help them access vaccines and kai. Currently, I'm completing a qualification as a Resource Management Act commissioner. We need leaders who consider the impact they have on others, and plan for future generations, not just for their current individual circumstances.
My priorities
- Build more social and affordable housing with mana whenua and community provider partnerships.
- Enable our suburbs to thrive by supporting local businesses and artists.
- Progress climate justice to ensure we have a city all can call home.
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