Former Wellington City Council chief executive Kevin Lavery has resigned from the Marlborough Waters board shortly before its first meeting. Lavery was appointed to the board two months ago, but he has now withdrawn from his position. The exact reasons for his resignation have not been disclosed. The Marlborough Waters board is yet to confirm whether it will proceed with its first meeting without Lavery. The board oversees water management in the region, and Lavery’s departure comes at a critical time. His resignation raises questions about the board’s readiness to begin its operations. Local officials have not commented on the situation, and no immediate replacement has been announced. The board’s next steps remain unclear as it prepares to address key water management issues.