Rotorua District Council
Utilities and services
Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.
Utilities and services
Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.
Reduce rubbish going to the tip by implementing collection of green waste. Education programs to support community to reduce and reuse.
Stop Three Waters as it sits now. More time and planning is needed to ensure it works and doesn't just pass on cost and loss of say.
Education and engagement to support all dog owners to act appropriately so cost doesn't just get passed onto those doing the right things.
Find innovative ways to improve our waste management by researching and adopting proven strategies and technologies, already used elsewhere.
Strive to retain our "Three Waters" assets to protect them for future generations and ensure control remains in local hands.
Work with local communities to promote neighbourhood pride & adopt strategies that encourage the creation of a "litter free" culture.
Continue to encourage recycling initiatives.
Withdraw from the Three Waters initiative lead by the central government until locals are fully informed and their voices prioritised.
Review dog licensing costs.
Partner to provide more street lighting starting with lower socio-economic areas in Rotorua. Outcome is two-fold - safety and better visibility.
Support the introduction of green bins (organic waste) as part of the kerbside collection.
Maintain strong partnership with mana whenua that provide access to their natural springs for use by the city/community.
Work with government and mana whenua to stop spraying our poos and wees into the forest by upgrading waste water treatment plant.
Introduce green waste bins to reduce carbon footprint and create compost for resale as a revenue stream.
Consult with community on policy for controlling stray and feral cat population, cat registration and spaying policy for example.
Oppose Three Waters. How can the city confidently plan for expansion if the water infrastructure is controlled by a separate entity?
Develop a faster response to graffiti and vandalism. A more significant spend on public art, especially murals.
Retailers to be responsible for the recycling of used or broken goods. Reuse for more waste items and education in schools.
No to Three Waters, this needs to be retained by our local council. Investment by our council into infrastructure.
Create dog parks and look at funding for our own street cleaning vehicle to keep Rotorua streets clean and free from blockage.
Reduce rubbish going to the tip by implementing collection of green waste. Education programs to support community to reduce and reuse.
Stop Three Waters as it sits now. More time and planning is needed to ensure it works and doesn't just pass on cost and loss of say.
Education and engagement to support all dog owners to act appropriately so cost doesn't just get passed onto those doing the right things.
Find innovative ways to improve our waste management by researching and adopting proven strategies and technologies, already used elsewhere.
Strive to retain our "Three Waters" assets to protect them for future generations and ensure control remains in local hands.
Work with local communities to promote neighbourhood pride & adopt strategies that encourage the creation of a "litter free" culture.
Continue to encourage recycling initiatives.
Withdraw from the Three Waters initiative lead by the central government until locals are fully informed and their voices prioritised.
Review dog licensing costs.
Partner to provide more street lighting starting with lower socio-economic areas in Rotorua. Outcome is two-fold - safety and better visibility.
Support the introduction of green bins (organic waste) as part of the kerbside collection.
Maintain strong partnership with mana whenua that provide access to their natural springs for use by the city/community.
Work with government and mana whenua to stop spraying our poos and wees into the forest by upgrading waste water treatment plant.
Introduce green waste bins to reduce carbon footprint and create compost for resale as a revenue stream.
Consult with community on policy for controlling stray and feral cat population, cat registration and spaying policy for example.
Oppose Three Waters. How can the city confidently plan for expansion if the water infrastructure is controlled by a separate entity?
Develop a faster response to graffiti and vandalism. A more significant spend on public art, especially murals.
Retailers to be responsible for the recycling of used or broken goods. Reuse for more waste items and education in schools.
No to Three Waters, this needs to be retained by our local council. Investment by our council into infrastructure.
Create dog parks and look at funding for our own street cleaning vehicle to keep Rotorua streets clean and free from blockage.
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