Mayor of Kāpiti
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.
Support CEO leadership given positive culture change, fiscal prudence, staff restructure and councillor support since his start.
Empower community aspirations through Vision Kapiti, which was hugely successful with thousands of community interactions.
Support Kapiti's Māori ward introduced through the democratic process in line with Government legislation and Te Tiriti obligations.
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.
Ensure Māori have the same representation and opportunities in the community and expect councillors to engage and be accessible.
Move some KCDC meetings to alternative venues in the evenings and throughout the region.
Require every department to meet key performance indicators including wages and working conditions.
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.
Continue to be a Living Wage Council.
Continue to find efficiencies with council operations.
Form a multicultural committee.
Support CEO leadership given positive culture change, fiscal prudence, staff restructure and councillor support since his start.
Empower community aspirations through Vision Kapiti, which was hugely successful with thousands of community interactions.
Support Kapiti's Māori ward introduced through the democratic process in line with Government legislation and Te Tiriti obligations.
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.
Ensure Māori have the same representation and opportunities in the community and expect councillors to engage and be accessible.
Move some KCDC meetings to alternative venues in the evenings and throughout the region.
Require every department to meet key performance indicators including wages and working conditions.
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.
Continue to be a Living Wage Council.
Continue to find efficiencies with council operations.
Form a multicultural committee.
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