- Speaking for "Joe Bloggs Public"
- Attempting to return some forms of common sense / practicability / reality and good old sanity back into not only Politics but Policy
- Transparancy on issues
- Limit the PC. content of every day Policy.
- Remember "Democracy" I am only one voice but will be heard
- to maintain rating at the lowest possible cost while providing affordable infrastructure and facilities for the anticipated growth of the Ward.
- to getting as many rural roads tarsealed as possible, and improving other unsealed roads within the contract with InRoads
- to examining the current rating structure and exploring other options which may be fairer and more equitable to those paying
- to ensure that pressure is maintained on the Eastern Arterial Highway, to ensure completion as soon as possible
- to absolutely commit to continue advocating strongly for our Ward, ensuring fair representation, and that opportunities are maximised to enhance and further develop facilities and our environment, so that we, and our families will continue to enjoy living, working and playing in Maketu Ward, Western Bay of Plenty District Council
- Ensuring sustainable development, protection of productive land, and ensuring water and the environment are well managed is a high priority
- Fair and equitable rating continues to be a huge challenge where affordability is paramount while ensure that future development is well planned
- Safe roading is essential and both WBOP District Council Inroading contractors and national roading contractors need to be accountable for ensuring that they deliver we need to improve the level of roading for the rural sector.
- Our area needs safe affordable housing and housing development that is in balance with the economic needs of the region – especially as the Western BOP District population doubles. Seasonal employment is also an important aspect that requires careful management
- Ensuring your opinions guide affordable, sustainable annual and long term plans that are responsive to your business and community needs and to ensure well resourced communities – where we are all proud to live, work & play and will not cost the earth
