Rodney Local Board
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.
Ensure civil defence resources and people are adequate and prepared for immediate requirements, eg Rangitoto eruption, tsunami or typhoon.
Stop wasting ratepayer's money on feel-good and politically correct notions like climate change emergency, carbon-credit footprint etc.
Encourage personnel and resource efficiencies for the next five years to anticipate community protection. Mobilise and train volunteer groups.
Correct the types of plants recommended for riparian planting, to ones that don't contribute to the issue.
Riparian planting to be planned with the intention that diggers and personnel can access the waterways for regular clearing maintenance.
Improve access to public transport for better connectivity throughout Rodney.
Lobby central government and transport agencies for an efficient public transport solution for the north west.
Encourage and support the growth of a recreational trail network.
Adapt to climate change – work to mitigate the devastating effects of potential flooding to Taupaki - Kumeū-Waimauku.
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions – support the development of a rapid transport corridor to Huapai.
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions – support the development of park and rides and increased bus services to the North West.
Support farmers and rural landowners to enhance flood protection and recovery.
Consider the climate change implications of new funding, investment and decisions.
Encourage rehabilitation of natural watercourses to mitigate effects of flooding.
Be more proactive about planning for flood mitigation including encouraging more involvement in civil defence.
Work towards minimising council's carbon footprint.
Commit to being prepared for climate change and supporting flood prevention measures.
Prepare for more frequent extreme weather events. Ensure communities have plans in place to keep safe and assist one another.
Dredge the Kumeū River to prevent flooding.
Remove the speed bumps that force cars and trucks and buses to speed up and slow down pumping out more diesel fumes.
Support walking and cycling where appropriate but ensuring cars, trucks and busses can still operate safely and efficiently.
Ensure civil defence resources and people are adequate and prepared for immediate requirements, eg Rangitoto eruption, tsunami or typhoon.
Stop wasting ratepayer's money on feel-good and politically correct notions like climate change emergency, carbon-credit footprint etc.
Encourage personnel and resource efficiencies for the next five years to anticipate community protection. Mobilise and train volunteer groups.
Correct the types of plants recommended for riparian planting, to ones that don't contribute to the issue.
Riparian planting to be planned with the intention that diggers and personnel can access the waterways for regular clearing maintenance.
Improve access to public transport for better connectivity throughout Rodney.
Lobby central government and transport agencies for an efficient public transport solution for the north west.
Encourage and support the growth of a recreational trail network.
Adapt to climate change – work to mitigate the devastating effects of potential flooding to Taupaki - Kumeū-Waimauku.
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions – support the development of a rapid transport corridor to Huapai.
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions – support the development of park and rides and increased bus services to the North West.
Support farmers and rural landowners to enhance flood protection and recovery.
Consider the climate change implications of new funding, investment and decisions.
Encourage rehabilitation of natural watercourses to mitigate effects of flooding.
Be more proactive about planning for flood mitigation including encouraging more involvement in civil defence.
Work towards minimising council's carbon footprint.
Commit to being prepared for climate change and supporting flood prevention measures.
Prepare for more frequent extreme weather events. Ensure communities have plans in place to keep safe and assist one another.
Dredge the Kumeū River to prevent flooding.
Remove the speed bumps that force cars and trucks and buses to speed up and slow down pumping out more diesel fumes.
Support walking and cycling where appropriate but ensuring cars, trucks and busses can still operate safely and efficiently.
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