The mayor is the leader of the council. Their job is to promote a vision for the district and lead the development of the council’s plans, policies and budget. The mayor appoints the deputy mayor, establishes committees for particular topics, and appoints chairs for those committees. 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 Kaipara District Council mayoral election.
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Kaipara is a great place to live but the last three years has seen many challenges in council. I have been motivated to stand for the mayoralty to provide positive change that restores unity, strengthens trust and focus on a thriving Kaipara.
I have lived in the Kaipara for over 48 years and have been involved in the community for many decades in education, sport, marae, funding and conservation. Professionally I have been in governance roles and worked in senior and executive management positions for over 39 years.
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