Tasman 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.
Trial effective community-based decision-making systems, participatory budgeting processes and citizen assemblies.
Strengthen our relationship with iwi and migrants including co-design in the initial development of projects and strategies.
Foster people's trust by building on community understanding of, and capacity to contribute to, the local democratic process.
Influence the culture within council that ensures council is seen as a service provider to the community.
Advocate that all council workshops are open to public attendance.
Further engage with youth and strengthen the voice and influence of regions youth councils.
Demand a review into senior management over ongoing competence concerns.
Ensure accountability in staff.
Reestablish Tasman District Council as a caring service provider not the, as a quote from the second in command at the time, "no social conscience in enforcement matters".
Listen and engage with people on decisions that affect them. Be practical and pragmatic by listening, advocating, and delivering action.
Strengthen iwi partnership in decision-making to improve outcomes for all. Iwi are employers, land owners and investors in this region.
Be a strong voice advocating for Motueka while local government heads into significant changes that will have an impact well into the future.
Trial effective community-based decision-making systems, participatory budgeting processes and citizen assemblies.
Strengthen our relationship with iwi and migrants including co-design in the initial development of projects and strategies.
Foster people's trust by building on community understanding of, and capacity to contribute to, the local democratic process.
Influence the culture within council that ensures council is seen as a service provider to the community.
Advocate that all council workshops are open to public attendance.
Further engage with youth and strengthen the voice and influence of regions youth councils.
Demand a review into senior management over ongoing competence concerns.
Ensure accountability in staff.
Reestablish Tasman District Council as a caring service provider not the, as a quote from the second in command at the time, "no social conscience in enforcement matters".
Listen and engage with people on decisions that affect them. Be practical and pragmatic by listening, advocating, and delivering action.
Strengthen iwi partnership in decision-making to improve outcomes for all. Iwi are employers, land owners and investors in this region.
Be a strong voice advocating for Motueka while local government heads into significant changes that will have an impact well into the future.
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