Nelson Mayor Nick Smith on why he suggested Lindsay McKenzie as Wellington City Council's Crown observer- On the Tiles

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^{Published in Politics and Government on Friday, November 29th 2024 at 0:30 GMT by Brian Stokes}

When the Government announced a Crown observer was being appointed at Wellington City Council, former Cabinet minister and current Mayor of Nelson Nick Smith knew just the man for the job. Smith wrote to Local Government Minister Simeon Brown and recommended Lindsay McKenzie,

Nelson Mayor Nick Smith suggested Lindsay McKenzie, a former Nelson City Council chief executive, as a Crown observer for Wellington City Council due to her extensive experience and proven track record in local government. Smith highlighted McKenzie's successful tenure in Nelson, where she managed significant infrastructure projects and navigated complex financial and governance issues. He believes her skills in financial management, strategic planning, and her ability to work collaboratively with elected members would be beneficial for Wellington, especially given the council's recent challenges with governance and project management. Smith emphasized that McKenzie's appointment could help stabilize and guide Wellington City Council through its current difficulties.

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