Environment Canterbury
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.
Abolish the "first come first served" stance on water consents.
Water consents (new and old) not accepted within areas deemed fully allocated.
Greater restrictions on the use of irrigation schemes.
I exercise caution on this subject until I have more experience and understanding. Some comments on subject are covered.
Absolutely no to government "3 waters" theft.
Overhaul all Compliance and Permits processes and fees. Simpler and cheaper- less bureaucracy- less prohibitive legislation.
Tighter controls on ECAN spending of rate payer money. No further rates Increases unless completely justified.
Protect drinking water so that it is clean and safe for all residents.
Abolish the "first come first served" stance on water consents.
Water consents (new and old) not accepted within areas deemed fully allocated.
Greater restrictions on the use of irrigation schemes.
I exercise caution on this subject until I have more experience and understanding. Some comments on subject are covered.
Absolutely no to government "3 waters" theft.
Overhaul all Compliance and Permits processes and fees. Simpler and cheaper- less bureaucracy- less prohibitive legislation.
Tighter controls on ECAN spending of rate payer money. No further rates Increases unless completely justified.
Protect drinking water so that it is clean and safe for all residents.
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