Watch the full Local Focus interview for Chris Haenga's views on the region's biggest issues and our less important quick-fire questions
Chris Haenga describes himself as a good guy and is running for council to ensure everyone has a voice.
"My number one priority if elected is to get the sewage out of the main stream in Gisborne," he said.
Haenga believes honesty, accountability, and not making promises you can't keep are the essential characteristics of a good councillor.
He proposed late-night shopping as a solution to getting more revenue through the Gisborne CBD.