Kāpiti Coast District Council

Ōtaki General Ward
The Kāpiti Coast District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of ten councillors and the mayor. one councillor will be elected from the Ōtaki ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the district. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Kāpiti Coast District Council election.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

  • Ensure getting recovery right by having plans in place for recovery after natural disasters including food resilience.

    Plan sensible development to protect properties and place them in the right locations to survive natural disasters and climate change.

    Provide further non-car alternatives for trips within Kāpiti and look at options for hire scooters, bikes and ride share.

  • Ensure getting recovery right by having plans in place for recovery after natural disasters including food resilience.

    Plan sensible development to protect properties and place them in the right locations to survive natural disasters and climate change.

    Provide further non-car alternatives for trips within Kāpiti and look at options for hire scooters, bikes and ride share.