Electing 1 Councillor
No issues on file for Doug Armstrong.
- Cameron Brewer has made seven commitments to the people of the Orakei ward.
Brewer's 1st commitment: Making himself accessible.
Cameron will host regular clinics, inviting residents and groups to see him on matters of local importance. Communication with local people will be paramount.
- Brewer's 2nd commitment: Keeping rates affordable.
With a family and a mortgage, Cameron is committed to standing up for young people, families, the self-employed, and our retired residents. - Brewer's 3rd commitment: Building stronger local businesses.
With his Newmarket experience, Cameron will actively lend his support to strengthen local business districts including Remuera, Ellerslie, Mission Bay, and St Heliers.
- Brewer's fourth commitment: Pushing for a long-term plan.
How will the Auckland region cope with two million people by 2031? Cameron is committed to ensuring the council fully plans for Auckland’s long-term future. - Brewer's fifth commitment: Successfully fighting crime.
Cameron brings a proven passion and track record for significantly reducing crime in Newmarket. He will support the police to reduce the many burglaries in our area.
Brewer's sixth commitment: Protecting our heritage.
The history graduate loves old buildings and hates what has been allowed to go up around Auckland in the past decade. If precious local heritage is at risk, he will fight for it.
Brewer's seventh commitment: Promoting transport solutions.
Cameron is committed to leading the charge on addressing local transport issues while making sure our neighbourhoods are protected.
- Reduce Congestion and Pollution
Introducing the following policies can virtually remove congestion
a) 90% green lighting on major CBD entry roads 6-9am, 4pm-7pm
b) Free up exits from motorways
c) Co-ordinate lights on arterial roads
d) Build 4 short tunnels to double access for 7 major roads
• Save $2 billion per year
• Save 40 lives per year
• Reduce air pollution by 50%
Reducing congestion costs will:
• Improve productivity, wages and profits
• Save on City and private expenses
• Provide an opportunity to hold rates
• Allow modest capital expenditure - A New Transportation Strategy
Most Aucklanders will agree that the current transport strategies in Auckland do not work. My strategy is to:
a) Look at the modern more affordable technology alternatives that are available for passenger transport
b) Introduce proper transport evaluation processes like Benefit Cost Analyses for all existing & proposed transport projects - Development Ideas
Create Assets for Auckland with new developments
a) East Manukau Harbour 'Riviera' transformation
Rejunvenate this part of Auckland with a new Auckland Square, Convention Centre, Rowing Course, Marinas, Hotels, Promenades & Apartments
b) Queen & Quay St above verandah walkway & seating
c) Old Railway Yards development - Direct & Monitor Council Controlled Organizations
a) Set Targets, Criteria & Key Performance Indicators
b) Ensure Council Controlled Organisations deliver on Local Boards Plans, Policies and Decisions
- Address Problems
There are multiple areas where city policy can be rejuvenated and refined. We need to review, fix and improve:
a) City Consents' Processes – Introduce Commercial Service Levels
b) Developers Levies – Reduce, as current Levies are too high
c) Maintenance plans with the aim to rejuvenate neglected areas
d) Coastal Management
e) Planning and Numbers of Retail Centers
f) Privet tree removal across city
