Waimakariri District Council
The Waimakariri 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 ten councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). four councillors will be elected from the Rangiora-Ashley 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 Waimakariri District Council election.
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Sam Fisher
Why I'm standing
I have ideas and I do things, and I can add a relevant background of both professional and community experiences, having worked for Christchurch City Council as communication manager, and in government agencies from building and housing, statistics, customs to the Beehive, and work in the community and voluntary sector.
About me
I am personable and interested. I will talk to anyone. I want Waimakariri to be even better. I am an advocate of community. I believe for outcomes to be lasting, they need to be fair, logical and owned by the community. I am happy to consult, I roll my sleeves up and I want solutions. I do things on the smell of an oily rag. I understand governance versus management, and I know despite wanting things done, there are systems and people responsible.
My priorities
- Community cohesion campaign including inclusive district-wide community local economic development campaign.
- Community cohesion campaign including bespoke council and community display news feed.
- Create and promote interest hubs such as op shops, fashion, classic and vintage cars.
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