For City Counselling this week Simon spoke with Waitākere City Councillor Shane Henderson about the recent report into Auckland City Council's response to the Jan 27th floods, as well as repairing infrastructure after the events. Shane also spoke about how some communities are struggling since the events. He also shared views on Auckland Transport's parking strategy. Simon started by asking Shane what he thought about the flood report from last week.
Last night former police commissioner Mike Bush released his review into the council's response to the January 27 floods. Simon spoke with Manukau councillor Lotu Fuli about the report and what the report means for the council. Simon also spoke with councillor Fuli about the public's response to the Auckland city council's proposed budget. Simon started by asking councillor Fuli to explain what stage the budget is currently in.
For city counselling this week Simon spoke with Waitākere councillor Shane Henderson about the recently announced extra harbour crossing project as well as light rail in Auckland. Shane also spoke about the bus driver shortage and how communities in the west are still in recovery mode post cyclone. Simon started by asking Shane to discuss the varying states of recovery in these communities.
For this week's City Counselling segment Simon spoke with Waitakare Councillor Shane Henderson. Shane has been out in the community discussing the budget and getting feedback on the proposed cuts from residents in Waitakere. Simon started by asking Shane how the feeling is in the Waitakere community towards the budget.
Simon speaks to Councillor Shane Henderson about the damage to the communities on the west coast as well as why he described the upcoming Auckland City Budget as the most important in 10 years.
Auckland Transport’s recommendation that people drive to Elton’s John tonight and tomorrow is leaving people bewildered.
Also, Waiheke residents want to see a marine reserve created in the northern part of the island. However, they say DOC is dragging their feet on the issue.
David spoke to Councillor Mike Lee about the two topics.
On Friday 15th of December, Auckland Councillors discussed the Mayor’s draft proposal for the annual 2023/24 budget.
While the budget proposal passed and was sent for public consultation, it has proved controversial as it includes deep cuts to services and selling Auckland Airport shares.
Mayor Brown also caused controversy when he suggested Auckland Airport would be seeking capital investment before the Airport themselves announced it.
David spoke to Councillor Mike Lee about the topic
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