2022

Matamata-Piako District Council

Te Aroha General Ward
The Matamata-Piako District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of 12 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Three councillors will be elected from the Te Aroha ward. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Matamata-Piako District Council election.

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Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

  • Work with business and building owners to ensure their buildings are earthquake resistant and up to current building standards.

    Ensure policies are in place so that council can act quickly if and when a state of emergency occurs.

    Ensure policies are also in place to adapt to climate change and future proof our communities.

  • Expedite conversion of council vehicle fleet to electric.

    Encourage council support for alternative forms of energy eg solar, wind etc.

    Encourage council to reassess its flood prevention programme in light or recent climate change projection.

  • Work with business and building owners to ensure their buildings are earthquake resistant and up to current building standards.

    Ensure policies are in place so that council can act quickly if and when a state of emergency occurs.

    Ensure policies are also in place to adapt to climate change and future proof our communities.

  • Expedite conversion of council vehicle fleet to electric.

    Encourage council support for alternative forms of energy eg solar, wind etc.

    Encourage council to reassess its flood prevention programme in light or recent climate change projection.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change and resilience

Environment

Environment

Housing and planning

Housing and planning

Jobs and economy

Jobs and economy

Local democracy

Local democracy

Rates and revenue

Rates and revenue

Recreation and culture

Recreation and culture

Transport

Transport

Utilities and services

Utilities and services

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