Mayor of Lower Hutt
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 a weekly report to residents and businesses that covers updates, how to have their say and what is coming up in council.
Establish sector panels to ensure communities' voices are heard in a meaningful way.
Support the retention of the Māori ward.
Launch a monthly mayor's podcast and newsletter to keep residents directly informed and engaged.
Make all council meetings live-streamed and all voting records publicly accessible.
Publish a live budget dashboard so residents can see where every dollar is spent, citywide and in their suburb.
Strengthen public engagement by making council processes more transparent and accessible.
Review the size and role of council to ensure it is effective, efficient and fit for purpose.
Support Māori and ethnic community engagement to ensure all voices are central to council decision-making.
Maintain the Hutt City Council policy of paying a living wage to employees.
Support the retention of Māori wards on local bodies.
Utilise citizen assemblies to ensure people are consulted and have a voice in decisions and connect with diverse groups to hear their voices.
Commit to a weekly report to residents and businesses that covers updates, how to have their say and what is coming up in council.
Establish sector panels to ensure communities' voices are heard in a meaningful way.
Support the retention of the Māori ward.
Launch a monthly mayor's podcast and newsletter to keep residents directly informed and engaged.
Make all council meetings live-streamed and all voting records publicly accessible.
Publish a live budget dashboard so residents can see where every dollar is spent, citywide and in their suburb.
Strengthen public engagement by making council processes more transparent and accessible.
Review the size and role of council to ensure it is effective, efficient and fit for purpose.
Support Māori and ethnic community engagement to ensure all voices are central to council decision-making.
Maintain the Hutt City Council policy of paying a living wage to employees.
Support the retention of Māori wards on local bodies.
Utilise citizen assemblies to ensure people are consulted and have a voice in decisions and connect with diverse groups to hear their voices.
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