Waikato Regional Council
The Waikato Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). two councillors will be elected from the Waikato constituency. 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 Regional Council election.
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Gary McGuire
Why I'm standing
I am concerned about the cost of living crisis making people and their families' everyday lives much harder through overregulation and out-of-control council spending.
About me
I have a long history of involvement in business and community activities. Forty-six years chairman of the Tuakau Drainage District. Approximately 30 years with the Tuakau Business Association. Served three years on the Lower Waikato Waipa Control Scheme Committee as farmer liaison. Served 13 years and was a founding trustee of the Tuakau Emergency Services Charitable Trust. Served two years as a frontline volunteer ambulance officer.
My priorities
- Control rates to a minimum below inflation and drive efficiencies.
- Review plan change one, which threatens farmers, growers and all livelihoods.
- Restore rail infrastructure and services to Tuakau, Pokeno and Te Kauwhata.
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