Jeff decided it was time he did his bit for the community and decided to stand for council. Elections are held every three years in New Zealand for districts to select who they feel will best represent the community and work in the best interests of that district. In the South Waikato this year there were 16 nominations for councillors and only 6 positions available. After a few weeks of campaigning (attending public meetings and putting signs up around the district) the public voted. Well, 40% of them did! :( Not the best turnout for such an important decision but I guess now the other 60% cannot complain about what goes on if they don't like it. You can't complain if you don't vote!!
Finally on Oct 12 the results were in...and to our utmost surprise Jeff was the highest polling candidate! Wow, very humbling. A week after the results were announced it was time for the first council meeting and the swearing in process to take place. Olivia and I went along for a look and below are some photos of Jeff making his declaration.
The council staff performing a waiata (song) during the ceremony
The Mayor being sworn in
Jeff making his declaration
Jeff signing away the next three years of his life!
Congratulations, Councillor Gash
First day on the job... look at all that reading material!!
So, well done to my wonderful husband - I am very proud of you! I just hope there will be some minutes left in his day for us??!! But it is what he wants to do so I say "Good on you, darling-you'll do a great job!"
Now, let the fun begin...
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