Otago Regional Council
Alan Somerville
Green Party
| Otago Regional Councillor
Alan Somerville
Green Party
| Otago Regional Councillor
Why I'm standing
Otago has a beautiful environment and it's vital that we look after it for people now and for future generations. I will apply long term thinking and stand up for the principles of ecological wisdom and social justice.
About me
I bring skills and experience in working constructively with a wide variety of people and in reaching agreement that leads to action. This comes from twenty years in the Playcentre movement, in my role as an early childhood teacher, and as chair of community housing provider Abbeyfield Dunedin. Three years on council has given me a good understanding of local government processes and how the council can work with communities and community groups.
My priorities
- Improve freshwater and air quality to make Otago a healthier place to live and make a living.
- Keep communities safe by being well prepared for extreme weather and other natural hazards.
- Improve public and active transport networks to make good options available to everyone.
Current role
Otago Regional Councillor
Residence
Dunedin Central
Age
64
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Why I'm standing
Otago has a beautiful environment and it's vital that we look after it for people now and for future generations. I will apply long term thinking and stand up for the principles of ecological wisdom and social justice.
About me
I bring skills and experience in working constructively with a wide variety of people and in reaching agreement that leads to action. This comes from twenty years in the Playcentre movement, in my role as an early childhood teacher, and as chair of community housing provider Abbeyfield Dunedin. Three years on council has given me a good understanding of local government processes and how the council can work with communities and community groups.
My priorities
- Improve freshwater and air quality to make Otago a healthier place to live and make a living.
- Keep communities safe by being well prepared for extreme weather and other natural hazards.
- Improve public and active transport networks to make good options available to everyone.
Current role
Otago Regional Councillor
Residence
Dunedin Central
Age
64
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