Mayor of Auckland
Utilities and services
Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.
Utilities and services
Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.
Stop cutting down bin numbers as it increases street rubbish, end wasteful fake recycling and do waste management properly.
Review whether Watercare benefits captive ratepayers or just shareholders and council spending, and shut it down if not beneficial.
End constant sewage overflows into the harbour and address concerns about increased demand from large buildings without pipe improvements.
Introduce glass recycling bins and battery disposal pouches to ensure both are treated correctly in their disposal or recycling processes.
Standardise town-to-tank rainwater systems with filters, only needing to pay for water once it is empty or low at your discretion.
Support and increase efforts to electrify our city using sustainable, renewable energy.
Fund mandatory desexing programmes for dogs and cats to prevent unwanted births and reduce shelter killing.
Implement comprehensive recycling systems to reduce waste sent to landfill and protect marine ecosystems.
Plan Three Waters infrastructure efficiently using experienced project management to control costs and improve delivery.
Encourage people to have water storage from rainwater where appropriate as a civil defence matter and maintain emergency supplies.
Increase accountability on understanding water issues.
Remove fluoridation from water supplies.
Conduct due diligence on management and operating systems of Three Waters to ensure safe, clean supply of water, wastewater and drainage of sewage.
Ensure rubbish and recycling contracts are properly awarded via open tender for cost effective delivery of services and well-trained staff.
Protect residents via dog patrol and other appropriate measures to ensure safety in parks and public spaces for recreation.
Ensure Watercare will be financially independent and have the capacity to deliver key wastewater and drinking water projects for Auckland.
Stop cutting down bin numbers as it increases street rubbish, end wasteful fake recycling and do waste management properly.
Review whether Watercare benefits captive ratepayers or just shareholders and council spending, and shut it down if not beneficial.
End constant sewage overflows into the harbour and address concerns about increased demand from large buildings without pipe improvements.
Introduce glass recycling bins and battery disposal pouches to ensure both are treated correctly in their disposal or recycling processes.
Standardise town-to-tank rainwater systems with filters, only needing to pay for water once it is empty or low at your discretion.
Support and increase efforts to electrify our city using sustainable, renewable energy.
Fund mandatory desexing programmes for dogs and cats to prevent unwanted births and reduce shelter killing.
Implement comprehensive recycling systems to reduce waste sent to landfill and protect marine ecosystems.
Plan Three Waters infrastructure efficiently using experienced project management to control costs and improve delivery.
Encourage people to have water storage from rainwater where appropriate as a civil defence matter and maintain emergency supplies.
Increase accountability on understanding water issues.
Remove fluoridation from water supplies.
Conduct due diligence on management and operating systems of Three Waters to ensure safe, clean supply of water, wastewater and drainage of sewage.
Ensure rubbish and recycling contracts are properly awarded via open tender for cost effective delivery of services and well-trained staff.
Protect residents via dog patrol and other appropriate measures to ensure safety in parks and public spaces for recreation.
Ensure Watercare will be financially independent and have the capacity to deliver key wastewater and drinking water projects for Auckland.
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