Horizons Regional Council
The Horizons Regional Council is the regional council for the Manawatū-Whanganui region. It makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). two councillors will be elected from the Manawatū-Rangitikei constituency. 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 Horizons Regional Council election.
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Gordon McKellar
Why I'm standing
I am passionate about our region and seek your support and re-election to continue to bring common sense to the big issues in this great region. Such as the long term focus on improving our waterways while enhancing economic opportunities and protecting our community. Council needs to focus on core business and reduce wasteful spending to get rates increases back in line with inflation and people's ability to pay their rates bills.
About me
I was born in Feilding and continue to run a successful sheep, beef farm near Feilding. I have a gold medal in Agriculture from Lincoln University and international study at Minnesota University. I've had wide leadership experience such as Young Farmers club and Federated Farmers before becoming your Horizons councillor. With your support I remain committed to bring good working relationships within the community to ensure a bright future of you and generations to come.
My priorities
- Ensure council focuses on its core business such as continued flood protection.
- Work constructively assisting landowners on environmental improvements.
- Improve accountability and cost effective spending of our rates with lower rates increases.
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