Eastbourne Community Board
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.
Ensure excellent communication so that our community is aware of issues being considered, how to provide feedback and the outcome.
Develop good relationships with local residents' associations to gain understanding of their particular needs.
Establish fortnightly opportunities for residents to meet with a community board member.
Advocate for the Eastbourne community's interests with Hutt City Council.
Make use of the positive aspect of social media to engage with the community in decision making.
Ensure decision making prioritises the benefits to the community as a whole.
Clearly articulate the reasoning behind all decisions made.
Support diverse communications channels to make participation in democracy accessible and inclusive to all sectors.
Promote (and make visible) a Living Wage across the community. Encourage an opportunity rather than problem focussed approach.
Encourage community active participation to improve the speed and quality of response to community issues.
Maintain our councils accreditation as a Living Wage employer, promote local business to do the same.
Ensure that genuine consultation occurs and that the community has multiple platforms and opportunities to participate.
Ensure council has dedicated avenues to raise issues specific to Māori and other ethnicities.
Continue to develop and use the board's communication channels to raise awareness about the board and council activities.
Ensure excellent communication so that our community is aware of issues being considered, how to provide feedback and the outcome.
Develop good relationships with local residents' associations to gain understanding of their particular needs.
Establish fortnightly opportunities for residents to meet with a community board member.
Advocate for the Eastbourne community's interests with Hutt City Council.
Make use of the positive aspect of social media to engage with the community in decision making.
Ensure decision making prioritises the benefits to the community as a whole.
Clearly articulate the reasoning behind all decisions made.
Support diverse communications channels to make participation in democracy accessible and inclusive to all sectors.
Promote (and make visible) a Living Wage across the community. Encourage an opportunity rather than problem focussed approach.
Encourage community active participation to improve the speed and quality of response to community issues.
Maintain our councils accreditation as a Living Wage employer, promote local business to do the same.
Ensure that genuine consultation occurs and that the community has multiple platforms and opportunities to participate.
Ensure council has dedicated avenues to raise issues specific to Māori and other ethnicities.
Continue to develop and use the board's communication channels to raise awareness about the board and council activities.
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