Gore District Council
The Gore 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 11 councillors and the mayor. five councillors will be elected from the Gore ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the district. 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 Gore District Council election.
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Mel Cupit
Why I'm standing
I am standing for election to help bring fresh change to Gore Council. Gore has been a great community to raise our family in and I now would like to do my part to ensure it continues to be great for future generations.
About me
I am hardworking, commonsense, no nonsense. I have experience in admin and business accounting, and from my work with Groundswell NZ I have valuable experience in politics and advocacy, providing a voice for grassroots NZ.
My priorities
- Keep rates affordable because no one needs more financial burden.
- Apply sensible, disciplined spending by doing basics well and trimming the rest.
- Make transparency and better communication a priority to help rebuild trust with the community.
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