Napier deputy mayor Faye White is standing again for re-election at this year's local body elections, and says she finds grappling with complex issues "challenging and satisfying".
Ms White said she had the opportunity to "step up" and fill in for the mayor when required.
"I have represented council on a number of committees, including the Joint Councils' Coastal Hazards Group, the Hawke's Bay Museums Trust, Heretaunga Plains Urban Growth Strategy Committee and the Business Associations of Napier and Ahuriri. I'm a hearings commissioner, deputy chair of the Marine Parade Development Committee and co-ordinator of the 1931 Earthquake Survivors' afternoon tea."
She said she saw the completion of work on the Coastal Hazards Strategy, commercial leasehold land, Waste Minimisation Strategy, Aquatic Strategy and the multi-use sports facility detailed business case, Watchman Rd airport roundabout and improved Port road linkages as important tasks for the future.
"I believe it is important for councils to be able to adapt to changes in technology, ethnic composition, our ageing population, retail, and build resilience to coastal hazards and climate change. I support Matariki - Hawke's Bay Regional Economic Development Strategy. It is an ambitious action plan but definitely achievable.
