LOCAL BODY ELECTIONS 2022
Kate Wilson
Otago Regional Council
Which communities will you speak for and about at the council table?
For the benefit of Otago as our oath requires. But future focussed so that we are prepared for the opportunities and risks of climate change
What is the number one social and economic issue for the community and for the city? (DCC question). What is the key issue for the region at this time and for the next 10 years? (ORC question)
Climate change is already affecting us and we are not ready. We need to prioritise mitigation and what we can change quickly like regional public transport. Alternatively there will also be opportunities and we need to be ready to look at land use change, but be careful - things like carbon forestry en masse is not how we need to react. We need to be more nuanced than that.
How will you elevate community aspirations? How will you know what they are? (DCC question only)
Under the Local Government Act 2002, councils are required to maintain and improve opportunities for Māori to contribute to local government decision-making processes. How will you honour this obligation in your role with the Dunedin City Council/Otago Regional Council?
Very happy to continue building a strong partnership with mana whenua
What is your usual approach to achieving collegial and constructive relationships with the people you work with? What is the most important element of a constructive working relationship?
The best way to get on is to keep talking, keep listening and work out ways forward. There is always more than one way, the best way forward will be that which takes most people on the same journey.
The DCC's place-based community fund has been a game changer for community-led development and growing connected and resilient communities in Ōtepoti. What more will you do as a councillor to support community development in the city? (DCC candidate question only)
Contact
I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect.
123-456-7890
