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 Waipā-King Country 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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Stu Kneebone
Why I'm standing
I enjoy the role, working for the community. I'm passionate about our environment and managing it in a way that enables our economy to thrive, but also ensuring future generations can benefit in the way we have. Our natural resources are a taonga and we have a responsibility to look after them. Getting the balance right has never been harder, but it's a challenge I'm up for. I want to make a positive difference.
About me
I'm committed to the role and bring a lot of experience and knowledge of council to the table. I believe that communities thrive when everyone contributes and makes decisions for the greater good. I'm passionate about the role of regional council and the value it can add when we get it right. We can always improve, and I'm supportive of reform providing it's evidence based and for the right reasons. I believe in democracy.
My priorities
- Support the CEO and his team to be the best they can and deliver on agreed objectives.
- Support farmers to implement Plan Change 1 in a fair and consistent manner to give effect to Te Ture Whaimana.
- Work constructively with Wellington to ensure local government reform delivers improved outcomes.
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