Rangitīkei District Council
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.
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.
Commit to be responsive to local issues, including earthquake strengthening, flood risks and waterways.
Advocate for strong consultation in regard to decision making having regard to the whakapapa and history of our region.
Aim to reduce our carbon footprint. Consider hybrid vehicles when updating fleet but be mindful of the large rural geographical area we need to cover.
Increase resilience in extreme weather events and protect our roading network. Land slipping and flooding are biggest risk.
Work with building owners to get good outcomes for all, our main streets look tired and multiple buildings need earthquake strengthening.
Assist the council in developing a proper and sustainable climate change recognition policy and then properly communicate that to residents.
Ensure that council and the community are well educated and up to date with the latest information.
Encourage the recruitment of specialist staff to advise the council and communicate with the community.
Invest in areas where council can make a difference such as recycling and waste management.
Commit to be responsive to local issues, including earthquake strengthening, flood risks and waterways.
Advocate for strong consultation in regard to decision making having regard to the whakapapa and history of our region.
Aim to reduce our carbon footprint. Consider hybrid vehicles when updating fleet but be mindful of the large rural geographical area we need to cover.
Increase resilience in extreme weather events and protect our roading network. Land slipping and flooding are biggest risk.
Work with building owners to get good outcomes for all, our main streets look tired and multiple buildings need earthquake strengthening.
Assist the council in developing a proper and sustainable climate change recognition policy and then properly communicate that to residents.
Ensure that council and the community are well educated and up to date with the latest information.
Encourage the recruitment of specialist staff to advise the council and communicate with the community.
Invest in areas where council can make a difference such as recycling and waste management.
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