Hibiscus and Bays Local Board
The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of eight members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the local board area. four members will be elected from your area. 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 Hibiscus and Bays Local Board election.
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Leon James Jarden
Why I'm standing
I would like to share my interest in the local community, and my experience in planning and project management, by participating on the Local Board and aiming to make East Coast Bays the most highly regarded area to live in. We have a beautiful environment and the challenge we have is preservation along with controlled expansion in order to provide the future of the Bays to our families, visitors, and Auckland.
About me
I'm an experienced commercial manager with a strong background in finance, contracts, procurement, sales, and operations. A key aspect of my experience is managing financial responsibility and accountability. I've led teams and projects, audit functions, and my background in FMCG provides me with grounding on delivery to the customer, ie ratepayers. I'm a keen advocate for sustainability and have been involved with several boards and committees.
My priorities
- Address beaches' recurring issues of stormwater overflow, contamination of streams and closing of beaches.
- Redraft the proposal for the East Coast Bays community centre and open pedestrian access at Browns Bay.
- Introduce mixed recycling collections and expand frequencies at parks and beaches.
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