Hawke's Bay 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.
Ensure diverse, balanced governance around the council table.
Grow democratic engagement through citizen assemblies and similar. Showcase the value and excitement of local government.
Implement a sustainable, equitable working environment for people from all backgrounds within our local government institutions.
Engage the community to both understand what Hawke's Bay Regional Council does and to be part of the solution through community initiatives.
Partner with agencies and provide employment opportunities.
Increase transparency and levels of communication from Hawke's Bay Regional Council on key regional initiatives – especially regional water security and Kotahi Plan.
Upgrade communications and consultations to improve engagement with the "silent majority".
Acknowledge and "tune into" the environmental aspirations of ratepayers and how Hawke's Bay Regional Council can deliver upon these.
Share corporate infrastructure with other organisations to get more effective and efficient outcomes for Hawke's Bay.
I support democratic elections. I do not support govt interference via Three Waters and unelected representation.
Ensure diverse, balanced governance around the council table.
Grow democratic engagement through citizen assemblies and similar. Showcase the value and excitement of local government.
Implement a sustainable, equitable working environment for people from all backgrounds within our local government institutions.
Engage the community to both understand what Hawke's Bay Regional Council does and to be part of the solution through community initiatives.
Partner with agencies and provide employment opportunities.
Increase transparency and levels of communication from Hawke's Bay Regional Council on key regional initiatives – especially regional water security and Kotahi Plan.
Upgrade communications and consultations to improve engagement with the "silent majority".
Acknowledge and "tune into" the environmental aspirations of ratepayers and how Hawke's Bay Regional Council can deliver upon these.
Share corporate infrastructure with other organisations to get more effective and efficient outcomes for Hawke's Bay.
I support democratic elections. I do not support govt interference via Three Waters and unelected representation.
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