LOCAL BODY ELECTIONS 2022
Michael Francis Barker
Otago Regional Council
Which communities will you speak for and about at the council table?
I live in Wanaka and so my closest current association is with my local community in this area, but having lived in Dunedin from 1981, until retiring to Wanaka in 2015 (and I am still a frequent visitor to Dunedin) I have a good knowledge and understanding of the environmental issues facing the city and coastal region
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)
There are more than one key issue but declining water quality, increasing urban development in Central Otago and climate change everywhere are especially important.
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?
I support Maori representation on Council as of right.
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?
Discussion and consideration of alternative opinions.
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.
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