Selwyn District Council
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.
Ensure the communication channels are open, providing clear, honest and transparent communication to the district.
Create cohesion in the community – bring every demographic together to create a real community.
Look into internal operations to make sure wise expenditure decisions are being made.
Concentrate on urban and spatial design as a core function, ensuring sufficient staffing.
Consider both Māori and non-Māori views as equal.
Stand firm that ratepayers must be consulted and their views recognised.
Establish communication processes to connect with communities regularly to ensure council is representing what communities need and want.
Establish communication processes like regular visits with community at community halls or drop in sessions at cafes to get feedback.
Control council spending, if we expect our constituents to tighten their belts due to the cost of living, we need to lead by example.
Engage the community before policy is written not after, engage more with the public, I will be a voice of the people, not the council.
Think Malvern more, development should be focused more on our largest ward. Let's fix what is broken and update what isn't before it does.
Ensure the communication channels are open, providing clear, honest and transparent communication to the district.
Create cohesion in the community – bring every demographic together to create a real community.
Look into internal operations to make sure wise expenditure decisions are being made.
Concentrate on urban and spatial design as a core function, ensuring sufficient staffing.
Consider both Māori and non-Māori views as equal.
Stand firm that ratepayers must be consulted and their views recognised.
Establish communication processes to connect with communities regularly to ensure council is representing what communities need and want.
Establish communication processes like regular visits with community at community halls or drop in sessions at cafes to get feedback.
Control council spending, if we expect our constituents to tighten their belts due to the cost of living, we need to lead by example.
Engage the community before policy is written not after, engage more with the public, I will be a voice of the people, not the council.
Think Malvern more, development should be focused more on our largest ward. Let's fix what is broken and update what isn't before it does.
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