LOCAL BODY ELECTIONS 2022
Tim Mepham
Otago Regional Council
Which communities will you speak for and about at the council table?
I have long affiliations with community led environmental organisations through my work with the yellow eyed penguin trust, I have been a licence holder/ member of Fish and Game for over 30 years and I am the chair of Presbyterian Support Otago, an organisation that provides aged care and family support. These relationships and experiences are a part of who I am and what I will represent at Council
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)
The key issue is to complete the land and water management plan by December 2023. the main objective of this plan is to protect the health and wellbeing of water bodies and freshwater ecosystems
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?
The Tiriti established a partnership between two cultures the Maori and everyone else, it is the founding document of this country which is helping to define us as New Zealanders. I am looking forward to working with our Maori representatives
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?
Understanding the other point of view, trying to find common ground and constructive, informed and respectful discussion
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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