Oraka Aparima Community Board
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.
Listen to all voices and opinions with an open mind and willingness to understand.
Encourage more community engagement through meetings and surveys, with a view to more people getting involved in effecting change.
Amalgamation and more power to community boards. I believe Southland does not need three councils.
Lessen waste, eg consultants telling people what people have already told other people, seems wasteful and unnecessary.
Rates increases like this year's, are hard to accept and I'd like to know more about where this money is actually spent.
Listen to all voices and opinions with an open mind and willingness to understand.
Encourage more community engagement through meetings and surveys, with a view to more people getting involved in effecting change.
Amalgamation and more power to community boards. I believe Southland does not need three councils.
Lessen waste, eg consultants telling people what people have already told other people, seems wasteful and unnecessary.
Rates increases like this year's, are hard to accept and I'd like to know more about where this money is actually spent.
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