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.
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.
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.
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.
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