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.
Embed the newly established Māori ward councillor role as Kapiti joins 42 other councils with this representation.
Empower the five community boards to strengthen grassroots democracy.
Maintain Kapiti staff level, who offer excellent quality of service. This is evident in places like libraries.
Advocate for all councillors to be on the chief executive's performance and employment committee.
Identify the best ways for the community to meaningfully participate in public engagement.
Identify the best ways to engage with those in the community who are unaware of how the council runs and what decisions it makes.
Vote to keep the Māori ward. Recognising Māori rights to participate in the business of council leads to better decisions.
Look for other ways to engage youth beyond a youth council, recognising it suits council and some but not all youth.
Embed the newly established Māori ward councillor role as Kapiti joins 42 other councils with this representation.
Empower the five community boards to strengthen grassroots democracy.
Maintain Kapiti staff level, who offer excellent quality of service. This is evident in places like libraries.
Advocate for all councillors to be on the chief executive's performance and employment committee.
Identify the best ways for the community to meaningfully participate in public engagement.
Identify the best ways to engage with those in the community who are unaware of how the council runs and what decisions it makes.
Vote to keep the Māori ward. Recognising Māori rights to participate in the business of council leads to better decisions.
Look for other ways to engage youth beyond a youth council, recognising it suits council and some but not all youth.
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