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.
Transparent representation encouraging openness with public gallery at council meetings.
Inclusiveness of Māori voices in council.
Bring about a new culture within council and stomping out corruption or favouritism wherever it is seen.
Open discussion on changes to democratic processes around the transition to a resource based economy. Emphasising its voluntary foundation.
Invite community input into goals, issues and anticipated challenges to democratic resource based economy model.
Consider ISO9000 type philosophy/methodology in socio-environment arena. Discuss adoption of new equitable and sustainable operating systems.
Transparent representation encouraging openness with public gallery at council meetings.
Inclusiveness of Māori voices in council.
Bring about a new culture within council and stomping out corruption or favouritism wherever it is seen.
Open discussion on changes to democratic processes around the transition to a resource based economy. Emphasising its voluntary foundation.
Invite community input into goals, issues and anticipated challenges to democratic resource based economy model.
Consider ISO9000 type philosophy/methodology in socio-environment arena. Discuss adoption of new equitable and sustainable operating systems.
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