Bay of Plenty Regional Council
Local democracy
Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.
Local democracy
Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.
Have a council reflect the community it is representing. Therefore having young people Māori representation and diversity around the table
Ensure all council members interact with their region regularly. Appear at local events, sports games, community groups and host events too.
Being transparent with the decisions council makes, and actively letting the constituents know.
Actively create explicit calendared opportunities for councillors to engage with those who elected them.
Increase participation in decision making by doing more in communities and working more dynamically with volunteer groups.
Gain Living Wage Aotearoa accreditation to ensure all council employees, contractors and sub contractors are paid at least the living wage.
Develop policies that support and enable community engagement at all levels, encourage policies that support inclusiveness.
The Bay of Plenty Regional Council has embraced Māori representation and I support this initiative.
I support the Living Wage being paid to all employees.
Engage with the Rotorua elderly (Greypower) and youth and invest in projects that support their specific needs.
Support Rotorua hapu and iwi through Te Arawa Lakes Trust and Te Tatau o Te Arawa projects.
Raise Rotorua's awareness of regional council projects by funding community events.
Continue my membership on two co-governance forums. Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Strategy Group and Rangitaki River Forum.
Support increasing budgets to improve engagement with hapū and iwi across the motu.
Have a council reflect the community it is representing. Therefore having young people Māori representation and diversity around the table
Ensure all council members interact with their region regularly. Appear at local events, sports games, community groups and host events too.
Being transparent with the decisions council makes, and actively letting the constituents know.
Actively create explicit calendared opportunities for councillors to engage with those who elected them.
Increase participation in decision making by doing more in communities and working more dynamically with volunteer groups.
Gain Living Wage Aotearoa accreditation to ensure all council employees, contractors and sub contractors are paid at least the living wage.
Develop policies that support and enable community engagement at all levels, encourage policies that support inclusiveness.
The Bay of Plenty Regional Council has embraced Māori representation and I support this initiative.
I support the Living Wage being paid to all employees.
Engage with the Rotorua elderly (Greypower) and youth and invest in projects that support their specific needs.
Support Rotorua hapu and iwi through Te Arawa Lakes Trust and Te Tatau o Te Arawa projects.
Raise Rotorua's awareness of regional council projects by funding community events.
Continue my membership on two co-governance forums. Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Strategy Group and Rangitaki River Forum.
Support increasing budgets to improve engagement with hapū and iwi across the motu.
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