14 October 2013

Mayor in the Chair in Pukekohe

Len Brown is heading to Pukekohe for his first Mayor in the Chair event in his second term as Mayor of Auckland , on Thursday 24 October.

Mayor in the Chair sessions are regular, one-hour lunchtime events held in different areas around Auckland, when locals can pull up a chair and have a brief one-to-one chat with the Mayor about any topic they wish.

“I always enjoy coming out to Pukekohe – it was great to be there for the A&P show in February, the V8s in April, to switching on the new water supply and congratulating the mighty Steelers just recently.”

“At my last Mayor in the Chair in Pukekohe, I discussed everything from noise limits, to CCTV cameras, business and local heritage buildings – and got a great grilling from the year 13 social sciences class at Pukekohe High. I am looking forward to setting up my chairs again and hearing locals’ concerns and aspirations for their community and wider Auckland.”

“I always value the chance to chat to people about their experience of Auckland, be they residents or visitors. Whether someone pulls up a chair at these events or just stops me on the street, it’s always a welcome chance to share my passion for Auckland and how we can make it better for everyone who lives, works, studies and plays here.”

The Mayor will set up his chairs at Pukekohe Library from midday until 1pm on Thursday 24 October.

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