The Huntly Community Board is holding an extraordinary by-election, following the resignation of a member.
Huntly residents should have received their voting papers in the mail this week. There are two candidates – Martha Peri and Tracey Jones.
The by-election, governed by section 120 of the Local Electoral Act 2001, will be undertaken by postal vote. One member position on the Huntly Community Board is available for election during this process.
Votes must be in by 17 December. Ballot papers can be dropped at the Council office in Huntly or Ngaaruawaahia. Results will be announced on Wednesday 18 December.
The role of the community board is to represent the community’s views on local issues to Council.
If you did not receive the ballot papers, please contact the Waikato District Council Deputy Electoral Officer on 0800 492 452.
