Hamilton City Council

The Hamilton City 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 14 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). six councillors will be elected from the West ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Hamilton City Council election.

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Emma Pike

Independent

Hamilton City Councillor - West Ward

Why I'm standing

I'm running because Hamilton is home for 30+ years, and I want to give back to the city that has shaped me. Serving as a first term Councillor has been a privilege, to represent our community and bringing a balanced, grounded perspective. As an independent, my motivation isn't about politics, but service, and helping Hamilton grow in a way that reflects the voices of its' people and instilling the pride we share in our city.

About me

My experiences have shaped the perspective I bring to Council. Studying Business, working in roles from a Scrap Metal Yard, a Hydraulic Engineering Company, Regional Council, and Parliamentary Services taught me the value of hard work, policy, and representing community from all walks of life. As Deputy Chair of Waikato Civil Defence, Community Grants, and Chair of Traffic Control and Dog Hearings, I've used my skills to listen carefully, act fairly, and serve with integrity.

My priorities

  1. Make council engagement easier, earlier and more inclusive to enable better community outcomes.
  2. Maintain existing infrastructure and streamline council processes to gain efficiencies with technology.
  3. Build strong partnerships to share resources, create efficiencies and deliver better community value.

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