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Kim Hobson
Independent
Kim Hobson
Independent
Why I'm standing
As our children have started university and are pursuing professional careers, I am 100% committed to resolving short-sighted thinking and delivering long-term objectives that are cost effective while being community focused. Return the family unit to the Kapiti region and enable a prosperous future for the entire community to enjoy. Advocate for the government to deliver social services such as medical and education, which appear to have been overlooked by many previous administrations.
About me
Having owned successful businesses since 1984, always focused on quality service delivery with excellent client liaison and negotiation skills, while delivering satisfaction across most industry sectors including government and agency. Upon returning to Kapiti in 1999, I established a new business with my wife of 27 years, who is an accountant and economist.
My priorities
- Manage debt leaks to enable interest costs and fees to reduce pressure on rates.
- Recognise the Local Government Rating Act: rates are set by the previous year's council expenses.
- Include community feedback in council decision-making, including taking meetings to the community.
Residence
Paraparaumu
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Why I'm standing
As our children have started university and are pursuing professional careers, I am 100% committed to resolving short-sighted thinking and delivering long-term objectives that are cost effective while being community focused. Return the family unit to the Kapiti region and enable a prosperous future for the entire community to enjoy. Advocate for the government to deliver social services such as medical and education, which appear to have been overlooked by many previous administrations.
About me
Having owned successful businesses since 1984, always focused on quality service delivery with excellent client liaison and negotiation skills, while delivering satisfaction across most industry sectors including government and agency. Upon returning to Kapiti in 1999, I established a new business with my wife of 27 years, who is an accountant and economist.
My priorities
- Manage debt leaks to enable interest costs and fees to reduce pressure on rates.
- Recognise the Local Government Rating Act: rates are set by the previous year's council expenses.
- Include community feedback in council decision-making, including taking meetings to the community.
Residence
Paraparaumu
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