Auckland Council
The Auckland Council makes strategic decisions for Auckland on public transport, urban planning, environmental protection and other big issues. The council provides funding to local boards to provide public services in their areas, and manages council-controlled organisations which provide infrastructure, such as public transport, water and sewerage. The councillors and mayor make up the governing body, which shares governance of Auckland Council with the 21 local boards. The governing body is made up of 20 councillors plus the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in Auckland). one councillor will be elected from your 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 Auckland Council election.
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Les Thomas
Why I'm standing
I feel I can make a difference in the Franklin that I have known all my life and make it a better place for my kids and grandkids. I want to make every single person in Franklin feels heard and supported. I will represent Franklin's best interests at any table rather than going with the flow!
About me
I want to look after our home, I have spent years representing our people in various meetings and on committees. As a previous president of a large sporting club, I know how important it is to have someone represent the people and I promise to be your person at the table.
My priorities
- Prioritise Franklin's infrastructure to catch up with current demand.
- Get council spending under control so that people's rates are not raising exponentially.
- Support local groups to let people have the freedom to enjoy them without council interference.
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