Hamilton City Council

East General Ward
The Hamilton City Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of 14 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). six councillors will be elected from the East ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Hamilton City Council election.

Maxine Joy Van Oosten

Hamilton City Councillor - Hamilton East Ward

Maxine Joy Van Oosten

Hamilton City Councillor - Hamilton East Ward

Why I'm standing

I believe local government should reflect your voice and plan for the future. I've shown up with one of the best attendance records this term. I'm standing again because there's still important work to do, and I want to continue representing you with energy, accountability, and fairness.

About me

I am a current councillor and chair of the Finance and Monitoring committee, which means I have experience in governance, financial oversight and community representation. I've built relationships that give our community influence: representing Hamilton in our local government zone, collaborating with regional councillors on transport solutions and serving as one of council's representatives on the joint waters company. That matters and will allow me to keep working for you from day one.

My priorities
  1. Create strong financial management by keeping rates fair, being transparent and making every dollar count.
  2. Support investment in infrastructure, transport choices and neighbourhood safety.
  3. Back local initiatives that strengthen culture, community wellbeing and opportunities for all.
Current role

Hamilton City Councillor - Hamilton East Ward

Residence

Hamilton East

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Why I'm standing

I believe local government should reflect your voice and plan for the future. I've shown up with one of the best attendance records this term. I'm standing again because there's still important work to do, and I want to continue representing you with energy, accountability, and fairness.

About me

I am a current councillor and chair of the Finance and Monitoring committee, which means I have experience in governance, financial oversight and community representation. I've built relationships that give our community influence: representing Hamilton in our local government zone, collaborating with regional councillors on transport solutions and serving as one of council's representatives on the joint waters company. That matters and will allow me to keep working for you from day one.

My priorities
  1. Create strong financial management by keeping rates fair, being transparent and making every dollar count.
  2. Support investment in infrastructure, transport choices and neighbourhood safety.
  3. Back local initiatives that strengthen culture, community wellbeing and opportunities for all.
Current role

Hamilton City Councillor - Hamilton East Ward

Residence

Hamilton East

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