Policies

Commit to fair and effective community representation providing a clear process for the community to have their say.

Ensure a te ao Māori (Māori world view) lens applies to all policy development and implementation.

Ensure policy development values inclusivity and gathers diverse feedback from deaf, disability and ethnic communities.

Engage actively in the debate to determine the function, form and funding of local government.

Ensure common rights and responsibilities for all citizens irrespective of race and religion.

Ensure that council resources are allocated efficiently to deliver the required outputs.

Improve transparency with less withheld or confidential information.

Recognise that Māori or other ethnic policy is a central government matter beyond the remit of councils.

Reduce council size and scope of activity significantly to infrastructure management and essential public services.

Remain open to discussions about the future structure of local government but embed decisions in LWDW before deciding how services are best delivered.

Ensure opportunities for all people, whatever their age or ethnicity, to engage with the council.

Review council structures as their roles evolve to make sure there is no surplus capacity.