Mayor of Hutt City
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.
Full pay review of the entire council's pay rates, and where possible hire local talent.
Transparency on large contract work deals, hire local contractors/services etc for work. Look to develop the skill set of local workforce.
Work with as many local businesses as possible, allocate business to as much local businesses as possible.
Continue our approach of being upfront and honest about the big challenges we face as a city, and what will be required to tackle them.
Commit to maintaining our accreditation as a Living Wage Employer, and advocating strongly for Lower Hutt to be a Living Wage City.
Commit to working with under represented communities at council to ensure all our people have a voice on issues.
Remove central government party politics from our council. Put people before politics.
Genuinely consult with the community, without predetermination. Advocate strongly for our community's views.
Work collaboratively with all elected members. No elected councillor should be shut out for having different views than the majority.
Full pay review of the entire council's pay rates, and where possible hire local talent.
Transparency on large contract work deals, hire local contractors/services etc for work. Look to develop the skill set of local workforce.
Work with as many local businesses as possible, allocate business to as much local businesses as possible.
Continue our approach of being upfront and honest about the big challenges we face as a city, and what will be required to tackle them.
Commit to maintaining our accreditation as a Living Wage Employer, and advocating strongly for Lower Hutt to be a Living Wage City.
Commit to working with under represented communities at council to ensure all our people have a voice on issues.
Remove central government party politics from our council. Put people before politics.
Genuinely consult with the community, without predetermination. Advocate strongly for our community's views.
Work collaboratively with all elected members. No elected councillor should be shut out for having different views than the majority.
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