Nelson City Council
The Nelson City 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 12 councillors and the mayor. This election is for the three councillors elected by all voters in the city. The other councillors will be elected to represent wards (areas in the city.) 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 Nelson City Council election.
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Keith Palmer
Why I'm standing
I have a broad commercial and community experience which I now wish to use to ensure the continued vitality of our city.
About me
I am used to leading and directing groups of people with a common cause. I also have been taught the necessary disciplines to resolve complex issues and the personal skills to pursue difficult tasks.
My priorities
- Ensure council lives within its means and control rates increases.
- Ensure core infrastructure such as roads, paths and waters are maintained.
- Build the bypass to ensure smooth traffic flows in and out of the city.
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