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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Graeme Mead
Why I'm standing
Hamilton is my home, but the current council has forgotten who we are, consultation ceased, and decisions have been made out of haste and without long-term thought. There is a lack of transparency about costs and continual budget blowouts by millions of dollars on projects. A councillor must be accountable to themselves and the residents and ratepayers as that is their mandate.
About me
I lived here for 40 years, working from being a qualified mechanic to a manager of local and national roles. Worked for and with charities and on the streets and in rehab as a volunteer. I am involved in sports commentary and radio plus I mentor apprentices in the industry. My philosophy is you have to give as much as you receive. I am a JP, a volunteer board member and a person who loves Hamilton.
My priorities
- Become part of a vibrant council team that puts the city first and works on priorities and outcomes.
- Get a full understanding of how a council operates and ensure being informed and empowered.
- Set up a regular community contact session and maintain it as a voice of the community.
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