Invercargill City 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.
Build a good education program relating to utilities issues.
Focus on greater communication and consultation with the community on utilities issues.
Support anyone in need of support regarding utilities issues.
Introduce water metering because water is sourced from one source.
Maintain and retain Recycle South at additional cost if necessary.
Work with other local authorities to resolve Three Waters issues because it is too expensive for one local authority.
Have an alternative water supply urgently.
Separate glass from cardboard.
Invest in green waste and glass recycling.
Keep the recycling contract with Recycle South and review a possible glass recycle bin.
Keep three waters in house with a focus on efficiency and affordability for ratepayers.
Review current fees around dog licensing with the aim of finding savings to reduce costs to ratepayers.
Ensure recycling services are fit for purpose.
Incentivise animal desexing.
If ratepayers do not opt for a glass bin, collaborate with ILT for a glass hub collection at all ILT facilities and address e-waste minimisation.
Improve city centre and suburban street cleaning services, empty rubbish bins more frequently and get rid of chewing gum.
Prioritise an alternative water supply that is affordable, sustainable and safe alongside continuation of in-house water service delivery.
Keep streets clean and well maintained to support pride in the city.
Modernise infrastructure to deliver reliable, affordable core services and support public-private partnerships to deliver community outcomes.
Upgrade water, wastewater and stormwater to meet safety and growth needs, with water security and consenting at the forefront.
Provide reliable rubbish, recycling and compost services that reduce landfill and keep the city clean and sustainable.
Ensure safe, clean drinking water and good waste and stormwater systems that protect health and the environment and are financially viable.
Keep streets clean, manage animal control fairly and support safe, welcoming public spaces for all residents.
Maintain current service levels for Three Waters, rubbish and recycling with better outcomes for glass waste.
Recognise the public good in the cost of animal control so that the bulk is not borne by dog owners if they are not the majority of the work.
Build a good education program relating to utilities issues.
Focus on greater communication and consultation with the community on utilities issues.
Support anyone in need of support regarding utilities issues.
Introduce water metering because water is sourced from one source.
Maintain and retain Recycle South at additional cost if necessary.
Work with other local authorities to resolve Three Waters issues because it is too expensive for one local authority.
Have an alternative water supply urgently.
Separate glass from cardboard.
Invest in green waste and glass recycling.
Keep the recycling contract with Recycle South and review a possible glass recycle bin.
Keep three waters in house with a focus on efficiency and affordability for ratepayers.
Review current fees around dog licensing with the aim of finding savings to reduce costs to ratepayers.
Ensure recycling services are fit for purpose.
Incentivise animal desexing.
If ratepayers do not opt for a glass bin, collaborate with ILT for a glass hub collection at all ILT facilities and address e-waste minimisation.
Improve city centre and suburban street cleaning services, empty rubbish bins more frequently and get rid of chewing gum.
Prioritise an alternative water supply that is affordable, sustainable and safe alongside continuation of in-house water service delivery.
Keep streets clean and well maintained to support pride in the city.
Modernise infrastructure to deliver reliable, affordable core services and support public-private partnerships to deliver community outcomes.
Upgrade water, wastewater and stormwater to meet safety and growth needs, with water security and consenting at the forefront.
Provide reliable rubbish, recycling and compost services that reduce landfill and keep the city clean and sustainable.
Ensure safe, clean drinking water and good waste and stormwater systems that protect health and the environment and are financially viable.
Keep streets clean, manage animal control fairly and support safe, welcoming public spaces for all residents.
Maintain current service levels for Three Waters, rubbish and recycling with better outcomes for glass waste.
Recognise the public good in the cost of animal control so that the bulk is not borne by dog owners if they are not the majority of the work.
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