Central Otago District Council
The Central Otago District 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 ten councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). four councillors will be elected from the Cromwell 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 Central Otago District Council election.
Central Otago District Council candidates
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Andrew Burns
Why I'm standing
I believe that we are overrating the ratepayers and need to be more fiscally responsible. I believe the current model will mean many people will not be able to own and maintain their properties because the cost of rates keeps rising and services are decreasing.
About me
I will bring to the council table practical skills, having worked in the public service in a governance position and in a community governance position with a trust. I have owned and run two successful businesses in the area and have knowledge of both sides of running and managing a variety of areas.
My priorities
- Value for money for ratepayers.
- Ensure accountability for council members and council staff to provide value for money for ratepayers.
- Make use of the council generally an easier process while ensuring value for money for ratepayers.
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