Aucklanders need our most pragmatic, hard-working councillors in leadership positions to get the job done,” Mayor Brown said. Mayor Brown adds the right balance has been struck with the new leadership mix. Councillor Shane Henderson and Councillor Andy Baker have been appointed as Auckland Council’s representatives on the new Auckland Regional Transport Committee (ARTC). Community Committee: Councillor Paterson-Hamlin will take up the Deputy Chair role for Community Committee bringing significant experience from the not-for-profit sector. Regulatory & Safety Committee: Councillor Lotu Fuli will take up the Deputy Chair role for Regulatory & Safety Committee.