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.
Carry out more surveys with ratepayers and residents to gather feedback on council services and widen the scope to engage more community.
Provide more opportunities for community engagement prior to undertaking significant rates funded projects.
Open council to the public with genuine engagement.
Partner with iwi in decision making.
Be open with council expenditure to be fair with ratepayers and staff.
Make council operations open and transparent. No secret payments and no confidentiality agreements for ex employees.
Expand Māori representation and engagement beyond the Māori Standing Committee. Consult widely with the whole community.
Provide a better workplace with higher staff satisfaction. Reward staff who save the community money. Pay rises for increased performance.
Carry out more surveys with ratepayers and residents to gather feedback on council services and widen the scope to engage more community.
Provide more opportunities for community engagement prior to undertaking significant rates funded projects.
Open council to the public with genuine engagement.
Partner with iwi in decision making.
Be open with council expenditure to be fair with ratepayers and staff.
Make council operations open and transparent. No secret payments and no confidentiality agreements for ex employees.
Expand Māori representation and engagement beyond the Māori Standing Committee. Consult widely with the whole community.
Provide a better workplace with higher staff satisfaction. Reward staff who save the community money. Pay rises for increased performance.
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