Raglan 23 asked a few question of the the candidates standing for the Raglan ward councillor position. Below are the responses from Alan Vink.
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1. Tell us a few facts about yourself.
Married with four adult sons and two grandchildren. A background in Secondary and Tertiary education, Baptist Ministry , extensive experience in governance. Last three years as Deputy Chair of the RCB.
2. What are the top three issues for the Council across the District?
- The level of Targeted Rates especially for solid waste, forestry and waste water.
- The diversity and the spread of our district and the challenge of meaningful community engagement.
- Empowering Community Boards. I believe that Community Boards have a vital role to play to ensure good and cost effective outcomes for there respective communities.
3. What are the top five issues for the Council in and around Raglan?
- Wastewater. The new reticulation system for Whaanga Coast and pump station upgrade.
- Stormwater. Continue improvements to Raglan’s Stormwater network.
- Encourage new businesses
- Building of the proposed Sports complex.
4. Describe a community project you have played a key role in implementing.
Co-founded the Raglan Chamber of Commerce in 2008.
5. Describe your connection to Raglan?
Lived here for 6 years
6. What is your view on limiting increases in rates?
I would like to see them stay as close to the CPI as possible.
7. What is your view on fluoridisation of water?
I haven’t researched this issue enough as yet.