Albert-Eden Local Board
The Albert-Eden Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of eight members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the local board area. four members will be elected from your area. 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 Albert-Eden Local Board election.
Albert-Eden Local Board candidates
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Jonty Carroll
City Vision
Michelle Hope Thorp
City Vision
John Stockan William McCallum
Jack Tan
C&R - Communities and Residents
Jose Fowler
C&R - Communities and Residents
William Paul Chalmers
City Vision
Kendyl Jay Smith
C&R - Communities and Residents
Paul Sun
Independent
Rex Francis Smith
C&R - Communities and Residents
Mark Graham
City Vision
Michelle Hope Thorp
Why I'm standing
For me, the small things are the big things. I want lots of arts markets and food vendors, I want good hospitality and easy ways to get around. I want to play sports in our parks and visit the libraries. I want people walking, cycling, bussing, and driving safely around Albert-Eden and through it to get to the city. I do not want to wait until a problem arises to have a reason to fix something.
About me
I've worked as a member of boards, executives, and campaign politics and I've found that I'm a relationship builder, a problem solver, and a level-head when it comes to conflict. I have a masters degree in economic anthropology. I know how to represent, I know how to speak towards values, and I know how to understand other people's points of view to find a good compromise.
My priorities
- Increase community connections by supporting local events and initiatives that get people mingling.
- Support alternate transport options so people have a choice for moving safely around Albert-Eden.
- Create future-proofed business plans because our businesses support our community and visa versa.
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