Waikato District Council
The Waikato District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of 13 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). one councillor will be elected from the Huntly ward. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Waikato District Council election.
Waikato District Council candidates
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David Simon Whyte
Why I'm standing
I am restanding as I now understand how council appears to operate. I hope to move council in a more efficient and effective direction.
About me
I can explain to people the reasons why decisions have been made so that they fully understand the problem and outcome.
My priorities
- Reduce rate rises.
- Help council be easier and simpler to work with.
- Enable housing, especially affordable housing.
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