New Plymouth 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.
Develop a regular summary of key council decisions and debates and support with periodic town-hall meetings.
Develop a youth assembly that meets up to quarterly to discuss and debate current council issues, or create a youth council.
Use citizens assemblies to address one significant, contentious topic every year, such as segregated cycle lanes.
Ensure continued engagement of people from all walks, including Māori, in the decision-making process.
Involve the community more in the council's decision-making processes.
Review the council's workforce and optimise worker numbers and skill sets where beneficial.
Connect better with the community through being visible and accessible, listening and communicating clearly about issues and plans.
Foster youth engagement with democracy including understanding the relevance of council to their lives and having a say in their future.
Work in partnership with tangata whenua to find the best possible solutions and outcomes for tamariki mokopuna.
Develop a regular summary of key council decisions and debates and support with periodic town-hall meetings.
Develop a youth assembly that meets up to quarterly to discuss and debate current council issues, or create a youth council.
Use citizens assemblies to address one significant, contentious topic every year, such as segregated cycle lanes.
Ensure continued engagement of people from all walks, including Māori, in the decision-making process.
Involve the community more in the council's decision-making processes.
Review the council's workforce and optimise worker numbers and skill sets where beneficial.
Connect better with the community through being visible and accessible, listening and communicating clearly about issues and plans.
Foster youth engagement with democracy including understanding the relevance of council to their lives and having a say in their future.
Work in partnership with tangata whenua to find the best possible solutions and outcomes for tamariki mokopuna.
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