Mayor of Kāpiti

Why I'm standing

To make a difference and to work the organisation. Having moved to Kapiti 15 years ago, I love the place. I've brought up my kids and had hospitality businesses in Paraparaumu and been involved in community groups. I have 35 years' experience as a hospitality entrepreneur and business owner and have six years full time as the Paraparaumu Ward councillor. I want to continue to apply that skill set for the benefit of my community.

About me

Attitude, knowledge and skill set. Council is a large and complex business. It takes time to accumulate the knowledge, understandings and relationships to be effective, which I have done. Interestingly, the councillor role is considered part time, but my commitment to the role has been full time for both trienniums. Thirty-five year business background and six years as councillor mean I get things done and would like the opportunity to work at KCDC at the mayoral level.

My priorities

1. Bring rates back in line with the 5% ceiling of average household income. It went past last long-term plan.
2. Support KCDC becoming a unitary authority and absorbing the responsibilities of Regional Council.
3. Improve health services including 24-hour urgent care and linkage to Wellington hospital as identified by community consultation.