Kāpiti Coast District 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.
Ensure representation arrangements for iwi are effective for both iwi and Council through reviewing the current arrangements.
Increase engagement between Council and the community through more public meetings and improved consultation processes.
Work with the community towards an agreed mandate for provision of services the community wants while meeting statutory obligations.
Continue to submit into local government reforms to ensure the sector is enabled to do the work it should within real fiscal means without crippling folk.
Start media giving real information to the community about the real effects a zero rates cap fantasy would have on daily life here.
Start rebuilding the relationship between the council and the community to ensure the public are well and correctly informed at all times.
Investigate options to reduce the $6.2 million governance bill.
Utilise the results of the annual customer surveys to understand where communications and services can improve.
Work to address concerns and perceptions of lack of transparency and accountability.
Empower community boards and councillors to support informed and engaged decision making.
Ensure council communicates to the community without spin.
Make sure elected members are available for media interviews and explore ideas such as citizens' assemblies.
Ensure representation arrangements for iwi are effective for both iwi and Council through reviewing the current arrangements.
Increase engagement between Council and the community through more public meetings and improved consultation processes.
Work with the community towards an agreed mandate for provision of services the community wants while meeting statutory obligations.
Continue to submit into local government reforms to ensure the sector is enabled to do the work it should within real fiscal means without crippling folk.
Start media giving real information to the community about the real effects a zero rates cap fantasy would have on daily life here.
Start rebuilding the relationship between the council and the community to ensure the public are well and correctly informed at all times.
Investigate options to reduce the $6.2 million governance bill.
Utilise the results of the annual customer surveys to understand where communications and services can improve.
Work to address concerns and perceptions of lack of transparency and accountability.
Empower community boards and councillors to support informed and engaged decision making.
Ensure council communicates to the community without spin.
Make sure elected members are available for media interviews and explore ideas such as citizens' assemblies.
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