Petone 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.
That diverse community voices shape the Petone Community Board's work and the board help these voices reach the wider council.
Engagement by and with the diversity of our community and acknowledgement of the role of tangata whenua.
Partner, protect and engage with local communities that are often under-represented especially those who often don't have a voice.
Develop healthy and mutual collaborations by proactively engaging with people, with transparency and opportunity to participate robustly.
Support and lead with the Living Wage locally, advocating and supporting engagement from the wider community to value our people.
Refresh local democracy – councilors should represent the people to the council, not represent the council to communities. We work for you!
Amalgamation with other councils – this is being talked about again. Against this idea – a super city will not serve residents.
End wasteful spending.
That diverse community voices shape the Petone Community Board's work and the board help these voices reach the wider council.
Engagement by and with the diversity of our community and acknowledgement of the role of tangata whenua.
Partner, protect and engage with local communities that are often under-represented especially those who often don't have a voice.
Develop healthy and mutual collaborations by proactively engaging with people, with transparency and opportunity to participate robustly.
Support and lead with the Living Wage locally, advocating and supporting engagement from the wider community to value our people.
Refresh local democracy – councilors should represent the people to the council, not represent the council to communities. We work for you!
Amalgamation with other councils – this is being talked about again. Against this idea – a super city will not serve residents.
End wasteful spending.
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