Stuart Crosby and Anne Pankhurst are old Council comrades. They were both supporters of the extravagant Pier Museum project and other costly projects envisaged for the city. Both push the barrow for ideas hatched at the Chamber of Commerce.
It is not surprising they are sticking together and using rather unprofessional ways to influence the voters during this election via the Chamber of Commerce facilities
What we Ratepayers do not need again is a Mayor who seems unable to work with other Councillors not supporting the same extravagant projects as himself. Baywave is an absolute example of a project that went way over budget leaving we Ratepayers the cost of subsidising patrons by thirteen dollars a head. It is no wonder this city has such a big debt.
The Historic Village could be an amazing asset to this city if redeveloped properly. The Council along with firms could provide funding for maintenance. I am sure there are many retired and other capable people in Tauranga who would willing to help with the restoration work. It is time the Council got beyond thinking Corporate and high costs all the time.
Working bees are something most people have been involved with and I am sure there are many willing hands who help with the restoration of the village and give it a truly historical look as a tourist attraction.
What flood protection work has the Council done to date?
Margaret Hills, Bethlehem.