Mayor of Waimate
The mayor is the leader of the council. Their job is to promote a vision for the district and lead the development of the council’s plans, policies and budget. The mayor appoints the deputy mayor, establishes committees for particular topics, and appoints chairs for those committees. 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 Waimate District Council mayoral election.
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Sharyn Cain
Why I'm standing
After spending many years as deputy mayor, I have had a lot of time to consider some of the ways I could do things differently if I had the privilege, as mayor, to lead the development of our key council documents, drive strategy, establish council committees, reinvigorate our communications and build a governance team that harnesses all the members individual skillsets. It is time to reinvigorate and empower our community.
About me
I've lived in Waimate since I was five years old. I've raised my children here, worked alongside many locals and served our district for nearly 15 years on council—12 of those as deputy mayor. I know my community. I know its strengths, its challenges and most importantly, I know how much potential we have when we work together. If elected, I will undertake the mayoralty as a full-time role, because our district deserves nothing less.
My priorities
- Undertake a rating review and source alternative revenue, as the community is struggling.
- Protect local autonomy and democracy by promoting local solutions and ideas for local problems.
- Ensure fit-for-purpose and well-maintained core infrastructure to allow the community to thrive.
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