Bay of Plenty Regional Council
The Bay of Plenty Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). five councillors will be elected from the Tauranga constituency. 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 Bay of Plenty Regional Council election.
Bay of Plenty Regional Council candidates
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Ash Hillis
Douglas Owens
Independent
Stuart Crosby
Independent
Kate Graeme
Independent
Tim Maltby
Our Rates Are Too High
Vanessa Charman-Moore
Independent
Andrew Von Dadelszen
Caitlin Grattan
Animal Justice Party
Kat Macmillan
Clinton Naude
Daniel Harvey
Glenn Dougal
Regional Practical Dougal
Mark Wassung
Independent
Derek Stembridge
Annika Lane
Ron Scott
Shelley Archibald
Murray Guy
Ron Scott
Why I'm standing
I have served one term. Three years ago I promised to limit rate rises, address public transport challenges and improve the Mount Air Quality challenge. The first one was achieved (but we need to be ever vigilant), the second is only just started as contracts come up for renewal and the third is well under way but more can be done. I want to keep working on those priorities in particular.
About me
I am an economist and also have a degree in history and geography. This means I have learned to look at evidence through a range of different lenses. That helps me come up with innovative approaches to challenges. I am a director of the Foundation of the Blind, AA and Consumer NZ which connects me to multiple parts of the community. I am a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors.
My priorities
- Limit rate rises ensuring the council maintains the lowest rate rise in the country without dropping the ball.
- Address public transport services by making the bus system fit for purpose.
- Ensure civil defence readiness recognising that natural disasters can happen in the region and preparedness is essential.
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