Marlborough District Council
The Marlborough District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also passes local regulations and makes decisions about infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage, and about the region’s resources, including water, soil and the coastline. The council is made up of 14 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). three councillors will be elected from the Marlborough Sounds ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Marlborough District Council election.
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Barbara Faulls
Why I'm standing
I am just finishing my second term and feel that there is unfinished business in terms of the Sounds roads, the Te Hoiere project and the transition to Local Water Done Well. I enjoy council and still feel that I have something to offer and can help people with their day-to-day issues as well as the larger Marlborough-wide issues. I believe the region still has huge potential.
About me
I am a long-term Sounds and Marlborough resident and I believe that I have a good knowledge of the local issues and concerns. I have had considerable governance experience and can make balanced decisions based on the well-being of all. I am committed, hard working and motivated. I understand the rural voice as well as urban issues and am prepared to advocate for our ward and will continue to make myself available to help.
My priorities
- Ensure integrated management of the Sounds.
- Ensure that the Te Hoiere project is sustainable into the future and that the catchment thrives.
- Ensure that visitation to the Marlborough area is managed through stewardship and that businesses survive.
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