Bay of Plenty Regional 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.
Commit to ongoing engagement with the community at all levels and advocate strongly for all.
Commit to ongoing positive engagement with iwi across the rohe.
Strive to emphasise the value of regional councils as part of the reforms flagged for local government.
Ensure fair and equal advocacy for all communities and not depend on the number of councillors that represent one area.
Increase public engagement through open and transparent meetings and increase local engagement to understand issues and solutions.
Outline clearly and increase understanding of regional council responsibilities in environmental management with increased pressure from climate change.
Attend community meetings such as residents groups and ratepayers groups once a week to obtain feedback.
Hold monthly WIGO (what is going on) sessions open to the community to report and obtain feedback.
Be accessible to the community and represent the best interests of the whole community, not just noisy lobby groups.
Build respectful partnerships with iwi, hapū and diverse communities so Māori and ethnic voices are heard and reflected in council processes.
Review operations regularly to ensure efficiency, accountability and fair treatment of staff while keeping communities at the centre of outcomes.
Strengthen engagement by making council decision-making more transparent and ensuring communities have genuine opportunities to contribute.
Commit to ongoing engagement with the community at all levels and advocate strongly for all.
Commit to ongoing positive engagement with iwi across the rohe.
Strive to emphasise the value of regional councils as part of the reforms flagged for local government.
Ensure fair and equal advocacy for all communities and not depend on the number of councillors that represent one area.
Increase public engagement through open and transparent meetings and increase local engagement to understand issues and solutions.
Outline clearly and increase understanding of regional council responsibilities in environmental management with increased pressure from climate change.
Attend community meetings such as residents groups and ratepayers groups once a week to obtain feedback.
Hold monthly WIGO (what is going on) sessions open to the community to report and obtain feedback.
Be accessible to the community and represent the best interests of the whole community, not just noisy lobby groups.
Build respectful partnerships with iwi, hapū and diverse communities so Māori and ethnic voices are heard and reflected in council processes.
Review operations regularly to ensure efficiency, accountability and fair treatment of staff while keeping communities at the centre of outcomes.
Strengthen engagement by making council decision-making more transparent and ensuring communities have genuine opportunities to contribute.
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