Waitomo 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.
Understand if there are barriers to pubic engagement and how these could be mitigated or removed.
Understand the potential democracy and governance local government reforms currently underway and what they may mean for our district.
Support changes if they will provide better outcomes and better well being for our community.
Consultation and consensus, is essential for public engagement of Pākehā, Māori and other ethnic groups.
Have more oversight on internal operations.
Increase public engagement, including Māori and ethnic communities on new proposals and policies, through monthly open forums on key topics.
Research ways to improve council efficiency and find innovative approaches to the changing roles proposed by national government.
Advocate for keeping wage increases within the Waitomo district at a minimum for upper-level executives.
Reforms to the size and role of council.
Internal operations.
All community engagement.
Understand if there are barriers to pubic engagement and how these could be mitigated or removed.
Understand the potential democracy and governance local government reforms currently underway and what they may mean for our district.
Support changes if they will provide better outcomes and better well being for our community.
Consultation and consensus, is essential for public engagement of Pākehā, Māori and other ethnic groups.
Have more oversight on internal operations.
Increase public engagement, including Māori and ethnic communities on new proposals and policies, through monthly open forums on key topics.
Research ways to improve council efficiency and find innovative approaches to the changing roles proposed by national government.
Advocate for keeping wage increases within the Waitomo district at a minimum for upper-level executives.
Reforms to the size and role of council.
Internal operations.
All community engagement.
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