I was born and raised in Denmark to the age of 14 -but have lived in NZ since 1978 where I also met my wife Susan of 28 years and it is here at the southern end of the Waikato District that we have been raising our three teenagers.
First elected to Council in 2016, I have spent the past three years as the Deputy Mayor. My personal drive and interest in standing for the role of Mayor is driven by making a difference with my progressive leadership experience and passion in quite a complex and challenging time; trying to capture then make real the community’s own vision or aspiration for its sustainable future, be that a small rural settlement remaining viable with new families joining the local school or one of our fast growing towns hanging on to the character that makes it special.
I believe that as a District, we must go further and faster, working with Government where aligned -and where not, standing firm with our communities and advocating strongly for the Waikato. Charting the best way forward through the complex, demanding period ahead requires progressive leadership and a collaborative approach with our communities, Community Boards and Committees.
Government reforms in 3 Waters, RMA legislation, the role of local government, the need for climate change policies and a comprehensive waste management review demand experience and continuity in Council and I am asking for your vote for Mayor of the Waikato District Council.
More information at: www.akselbech.nz
