The Auckland Ratepayers’ Alliance is urging Councillor Chris Darby, Chair of the Planning Committee, to call an urgent vote on Auckland Transport’s Parking Strategy before local body elections. 

The New Zealand Herald reported today that, despite overwhelming public opposition to the draft strategy, Auckland Transport intends to go back out to consultation. 

“Officials are using this delay tactic in the hope that the issue won’t damage the electoral chances of incumbent councillors. But this is a gross waste of ratepayer money,” said Ratepayers’ Alliances spokesman Josh Van Veen.

“Public opinion is well and truly opposed to Auckland Transport’s radical plans to remove parking in our biggest city,” Mr Van Veen said.

“Those councillors who support the parking strategy should have the courage of their convictions to decide this matter before Aucklanders vote in September. Stop delaying, stop hiding behind process, and make a decision. Then let the voters judge you.”

NOTES TO EDITORS:

The Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance is a not-for-profit community group dedicated to championing prudent fiscal management of our Super City. Membership is free and open to all Aucklanders who sign up at www.ratepayers.nz.

The Ratepayers’ Alliance has spokespeople available for comment on ratepayer and Super City issues. Representatives can be contacted on 09 281 5172 or via media@ratepayers.nz. License free, high-resolution images are available here.

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