Matamata-Piako District 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.
Participate in public engagement in our district.
Champion digital connection between the council and citizenry.
Abandon all race based policy and practice. Decrease the size of council and streamline staff services.
Mayoralty and council members to receive a 15% income decrease alongside limited miscellaneous spending. All staff to undergo a pay review.
Public engagement used to improve transparency and accountability to the rate payers. Participate more in local events.
Improve Māori representation and engagement by regularly meeting with local iwi representatives.
My email inbox is always open for your comments.
Continue to engage with local iwi and support the new Māori Ward representative to create a valuable relationship.
Continue to seek feedback from the community on any issue which will effect long term outcome, such as Three Waters.
Participate in public engagement in our district.
Champion digital connection between the council and citizenry.
Abandon all race based policy and practice. Decrease the size of council and streamline staff services.
Mayoralty and council members to receive a 15% income decrease alongside limited miscellaneous spending. All staff to undergo a pay review.
Public engagement used to improve transparency and accountability to the rate payers. Participate more in local events.
Improve Māori representation and engagement by regularly meeting with local iwi representatives.
My email inbox is always open for your comments.
Continue to engage with local iwi and support the new Māori Ward representative to create a valuable relationship.
Continue to seek feedback from the community on any issue which will effect long term outcome, such as Three Waters.
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