Vision Otago

NZ Councils have lost regard for their ratepayers and are determining their own agenda that we all are expected to pay for. In the past term I have consistently voted against rates increases, and anything that puts ideology ahead of reality. Unfortunately, very few others have been prepared to, and council staff are controlling the direction. We desperately need more councillors prepared to vote against economy killing ideological policy, so we can strike a balance between the environment that we all value and the economy.

My businesses are involved in agriculture, quarrying and water management. My two university daughters and family will always come first but I am passionate about the community, environment and economy of our region.

I am determined that ORC needs reined in to reduce rates, be more ratepayer focused, and be far more efficient and cost effective. I humbly seek your further support.