A proposal to change the Local Electoral Act, could save ratepayers thousands
A proposal to change the Local Electoral Act, could save ratepayers thousands
3 April 2023
Christchurch City Councillor Sam MacDonald is proposing that instead of a resignation from local body roles triggering a by-election, the candidate who finished with the second-most votes should be elected.
He says by-elections are a hugely expensive exercise and don't generate a lot of public interest.
Sam MacDonald says he's frustrated with the amount of by-elections post local body elections.
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