Keep CBD streets clean and welcoming with regular sweeping, rubbish removal and fast response to issues.
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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.
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Keep CBD streets clean and welcoming with regular sweeping, rubbish removal and fast response to issues.
Prioritise investment in pipes, pumps and plants so Napier's drinking water stays clean, reliable and affordable.
Support community composting and food rescue, reducing landfill costs while helping local families and gardens.
Advocate for larger recycling wheelie bins to prevent recycling from blowing down the road as the bins have no lids at the moment.
Lead by example by picking up street litter where possible.
Work with council officers to quickly flag up wandering dogs which cause a danger to people and other dogs and support council officers.
Explore new ways to fund upgrades needed for the ageing water network.
Maintain high standards of street cleaning, public toilets and upkeep of gardens and public spaces.
Invest in water and wastewater infrastructure, not vanity projects or political distractions.
Oppose cuts to bin collection frequency as reliable rubbish and recycling are basic services.
Streamline consents and dog registration to reduce delays, costs and fees for residents.
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