Mayor of Tararua
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.
Work to dispel the perception of lack of transparency through different communication processes, eg committee meetings open to public.
Ensure during next consultation phase that groups within district are consulted with rather than to.
Ensure that all councillors have increased opportunities for engagement with ratepayers and in forums where their skills are valued.
Adding project update reports to the website ensures residents are informed and will move to live-streaming our meetings.
Maintaining an open door policy for all.
Running public committee meetings.
Work to dispel the perception of lack of transparency through different communication processes, eg committee meetings open to public.
Ensure during next consultation phase that groups within district are consulted with rather than to.
Ensure that all councillors have increased opportunities for engagement with ratepayers and in forums where their skills are valued.
Adding project update reports to the website ensures residents are informed and will move to live-streaming our meetings.
Maintaining an open door policy for all.
Running public committee meetings.
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