Whangārei District Council
The Whangārei 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). two councillors will be elected from the Hikurangi-Coastal ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Whangārei District Council election.
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Scott McKenzie
Why I'm standing
I am standing for re-election because there is still more to do. This is not the time to slow down. I have laid the groundwork for big, important projects and want to see them through. I want to continue to be an advocate for the communities in our ward and keep getting projects over the line that improve infrastructure in the places we live.
About me
For the last three years, being your councillor has not been a side hustle – it has been my full-time focus. I have given it everything I have got because I believe in being available, accountable and part of the community I serve. If someone calls, I pick up. If there is an issue, I get stuck in. When the community calls for something, I work hard to see it through.
My priorities
- Be the conduit between community and council by voicing the views of the community in the chambers.
- Scope projects correctly with community support and get them done for the benefit of everyone.
- Advocate hard for Hikurangi Coastal ward to get the fair share and investment the ward deserves.
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