Auckland Council
Damian Light
Independent
| Howick Local Board Chairperson
Damian Light
Independent
| Howick Local Board Chairperson
Why I'm standing
I am standing for Auckland Council to change how the city is run. I know locals are frustrated with lack of vision, progress and accountability. I believe we are facing intensification, population growth and an uncertain economy. I feel not enough is being done to address wasteful spending, congestion, poor communication or climate change. I want representatives who understand their communities, investing time to listen and respond to residents, not just at election time.
About me
I am a problem solver with an analytical mind. For nearly 20 years I have worked in business improvement in large organisations. I have led teams eliminating waste, improving service delivery and cutting through bureaucracy. As a member of the NZ Institute of Directors, I am passionate about good governance and utilising my skills and experience to help community and business.
My priorities
- Increase transparency of council finances and decision-making so that people have trust.
- Re-shape the budgeting process to ensure community facilities and local boards are funded to deliver.
- Deliver Flat Bush community centre, library and pool/leisure centre as residents have waited long enough.
Current role
Howick Local Board Chairperson
Before politics
Business analyst
Residence
Botany
Age
41
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Why I'm standing
I am standing for Auckland Council to change how the city is run. I know locals are frustrated with lack of vision, progress and accountability. I believe we are facing intensification, population growth and an uncertain economy. I feel not enough is being done to address wasteful spending, congestion, poor communication or climate change. I want representatives who understand their communities, investing time to listen and respond to residents, not just at election time.
About me
I am a problem solver with an analytical mind. For nearly 20 years I have worked in business improvement in large organisations. I have led teams eliminating waste, improving service delivery and cutting through bureaucracy. As a member of the NZ Institute of Directors, I am passionate about good governance and utilising my skills and experience to help community and business.
My priorities
- Increase transparency of council finances and decision-making so that people have trust.
- Re-shape the budgeting process to ensure community facilities and local boards are funded to deliver.
- Deliver Flat Bush community centre, library and pool/leisure centre as residents have waited long enough.
Current role
Howick Local Board Chairperson
Before politics
Business analyst
Residence
Botany
Age
41
Connect via
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