Hamilton City Council leads Hamilton Kirikiriroa and makes the big decisions for our city. 

Who is on Council?

  • Chairperson: Mayor Tim Macindoe 
  • Deputy Chairperson: Deputy Mayor Geoff Taylor
  • Members: Mayor Macindoe and all councillors 

Key responsibilities

  • Sets rates (the money we collect to run the city)
  • Makes bylaws (local rules)
  • Borrows money for big projects
  • Approves major plans and strategies
  • Appoints the chief executive
  • Oversees city boundaries and committee appointments
  • Develops and Approves the Annual and Long Term Plans
  • Monitors key plans and reports, like the long-term plan and annual report 

 

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Last updated 10 December 2025