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.
Push for open and transparent local board meetings, communication and processes to ensure accountability and trust in decision making.
Enable increased community involvement and collaboration in board discussions to include local expertise and knowledge to inform decisions.
Encourage the board to collaborate and consult with a wider community and iwi base to gain a range of perspectives in decision making.
Fight for ratepayers' right to information that affects our community. I believe that information is power.
Outcomes for Māori. To uphold and respect all the rights under Te Tiriti O Waitangi.
Support partnerships between government agencies, businesses, iwi, and communities to find smarter ways of working together.
Support our local business to thrive and provide employment and training opportunities.
Engage with our communities, helping them cut through the red tape to get things that they need done.
Push for open and transparent local board meetings, communication and processes to ensure accountability and trust in decision making.
Enable increased community involvement and collaboration in board discussions to include local expertise and knowledge to inform decisions.
Encourage the board to collaborate and consult with a wider community and iwi base to gain a range of perspectives in decision making.
Fight for ratepayers' right to information that affects our community. I believe that information is power.
Outcomes for Māori. To uphold and respect all the rights under Te Tiriti O Waitangi.
Support partnerships between government agencies, businesses, iwi, and communities to find smarter ways of working together.
Support our local business to thrive and provide employment and training opportunities.
Engage with our communities, helping them cut through the red tape to get things that they need done.
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