Far North District Council
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.
Advocate for much harsher penalties for littering and fly tipping, enforcing zero tolerance for illegal dumping leading to environmental degradation.
Support the animal control team in their particularly noble and challenging career choice requiring compassion.
Support the regional waters services delivery entity under development to bring down total cost of services.
Deliver reliable rubbish and recycling services that are simple and consistent across the district.
Protect drinking water supply with smart investment in resilient infrastructure.
Upgrade wastewater and sewerage systems to keep pace with growth and protect the environment.
I have withdrawn my candidacy.
Invest in water and wastewater infrastructure rather than vanity projects or political distractions.
Oppose reducing bin collection frequency as reliable rubbish and recycling are basic services.
Streamline consents and dog registration to reduce delays, costs and fees for residents.
Provide safe wastewater systems to protect kaimoana, swimming spots and drinking water from contamination.
Support proactive animal control through education, collaboration with shelters and advocacy groups and more severe enforcement when required.
Support waste minimisation by delivering the strategy, seeking feedback and exploring waste collection as part of rates.
Co-operate with other councils on plans for a waste incineration plant as a top priority.
Develop a better system for removing roadside rubbish dropped by the public, addressing the unacceptable amount of rubbish on roads.
Encourage more recycling of plastics and similar waste products to limit the amount of plastic consumed.
Advocate for much harsher penalties for littering and fly tipping, enforcing zero tolerance for illegal dumping leading to environmental degradation.
Support the animal control team in their particularly noble and challenging career choice requiring compassion.
Support the regional waters services delivery entity under development to bring down total cost of services.
Deliver reliable rubbish and recycling services that are simple and consistent across the district.
Protect drinking water supply with smart investment in resilient infrastructure.
Upgrade wastewater and sewerage systems to keep pace with growth and protect the environment.
I have withdrawn my candidacy.
Invest in water and wastewater infrastructure rather than vanity projects or political distractions.
Oppose reducing bin collection frequency as reliable rubbish and recycling are basic services.
Streamline consents and dog registration to reduce delays, costs and fees for residents.
Provide safe wastewater systems to protect kaimoana, swimming spots and drinking water from contamination.
Support proactive animal control through education, collaboration with shelters and advocacy groups and more severe enforcement when required.
Support waste minimisation by delivering the strategy, seeking feedback and exploring waste collection as part of rates.
Co-operate with other councils on plans for a waste incineration plant as a top priority.
Develop a better system for removing roadside rubbish dropped by the public, addressing the unacceptable amount of rubbish on roads.
Encourage more recycling of plastics and similar waste products to limit the amount of plastic consumed.
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