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 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.
Encourage routine public meetings with councillors and council staff to inform residents about plans, changes and progress on activities.
Support the involvement of Māori on council and acknowledge the presence and importance of the Tui Pa Road Marae.
Council size may need to be reviewed depending on the Three Waters outcome. However there may well be other roles for council as a result.
Encourage the community to have more say in council decisions and ensure their voices are actually heard!
Support council employees in their roles while also ensuring they're able to have a voice on council decisions as community members.
Ensure stakeholders and the community have better representation when council is making decisions.
Encourage routine public meetings with councillors and council staff to inform residents about plans, changes and progress on activities.
Support the involvement of Māori on council and acknowledge the presence and importance of the Tui Pa Road Marae.
Council size may need to be reviewed depending on the Three Waters outcome. However there may well be other roles for council as a result.
Encourage the community to have more say in council decisions and ensure their voices are actually heard!
Support council employees in their roles while also ensuring they're able to have a voice on council decisions as community members.
Ensure stakeholders and the community have better representation when council is making decisions.
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