Christchurch City Council
Utilities and services
Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.
Utilities and services
Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.
Replace old drinking water infrastructure with new pipes, reducing the constant leaks and strengthening our call to retain water management.
Require and encourage permeable materials in out door residential settings to ease demands on our under strain stormwater system.
Clear recycling labelling and, product stewardship. E-waste collection service with extensive recycling processes to reduce waste.
Sweeping our streets is important to help keep contaminants out of our waterways, so I will ensure this programme is resourced.
Commit to continue the investment in council drinking water infrastructure improvement programme, and that our wetlands are restored.
Supporting and encouraging recycling is crucial, but encouraging waste reduction through education is a priority.
Through the Sustainable Environment unit, support (education, etc.) people to recycle and minimise waste in easy, cheap, effective ways.
Establish much better (regular, clear) communication with residents regarding Three Waters and the chlorine in our water. Currently it seems reactive.
Address the flooding issues in St Albans so that the basic services people expect from council are being provided.
Stop Three Waters. Uphold the right of the local people to determine what goes in their water and in their bodies. Local three waters control.
Work with Police to target and fine littering.Small things make a big difference. Bring back 'Be a tidy Kiwi' promotion. Build respect.
Review dumping fees to give incentives for using transfer stations rather than public dumping Consult the public for ideas and solutions.
Replace old drinking water infrastructure with new pipes, reducing the constant leaks and strengthening our call to retain water management.
Require and encourage permeable materials in out door residential settings to ease demands on our under strain stormwater system.
Clear recycling labelling and, product stewardship. E-waste collection service with extensive recycling processes to reduce waste.
Sweeping our streets is important to help keep contaminants out of our waterways, so I will ensure this programme is resourced.
Commit to continue the investment in council drinking water infrastructure improvement programme, and that our wetlands are restored.
Supporting and encouraging recycling is crucial, but encouraging waste reduction through education is a priority.
Through the Sustainable Environment unit, support (education, etc.) people to recycle and minimise waste in easy, cheap, effective ways.
Establish much better (regular, clear) communication with residents regarding Three Waters and the chlorine in our water. Currently it seems reactive.
Address the flooding issues in St Albans so that the basic services people expect from council are being provided.
Stop Three Waters. Uphold the right of the local people to determine what goes in their water and in their bodies. Local three waters control.
Work with Police to target and fine littering.Small things make a big difference. Bring back 'Be a tidy Kiwi' promotion. Build respect.
Review dumping fees to give incentives for using transfer stations rather than public dumping Consult the public for ideas and solutions.
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