Central Otago District 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.
Provide everyday access to the council for the average resident by being active in the community, easily reachable and approachable.
Create a transparency to what council actually do to build an engagement with ratepayers and residents. Share in appropriate platforms.
Ensure that public engagement work begins with the public, and is ongoing.
Ensure that voices are heard and that people have confidence to participate.
Deal fairly and considerately with council employees.
Provide everyday access to the council for the average resident by being active in the community, easily reachable and approachable.
Create a transparency to what council actually do to build an engagement with ratepayers and residents. Share in appropriate platforms.
Ensure that public engagement work begins with the public, and is ongoing.
Ensure that voices are heard and that people have confidence to participate.
Deal fairly and considerately with council employees.
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