Otago Regional Council
Jobs and economy
Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.
Jobs and economy
Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.
Detailed policies on issues of relevance to the Otago region can be viewed at: www.visionotago.nz.
Ensure the economic effect of decisions is considered and businesses are given sufficient time to adjust to the consequences of decisions.
Lead spatial planning strategies in conjunction with territorial authorities to ensure the controlled development of urban areas.
Lead the development and negotiation of any Regional Deals in the Otago region.
Cut unnecessary red tape so local businesses can start, expand and hire without council roadblocks.
Keep rates affordable and predictable so firms can invest locally and support jobs for residents.
Scrap council economic development schemes and redirect funds to lower rates and improve services.
Advocate for planning that enables land use change providing positive economic and environmental outcomes.
Assist people's connectivity with local and regional public transport that meets their employment needs and provides mode choice.
Detailed policies on issues of relevance to the Otago region can be viewed at: www.visionotago.nz.
Ensure the economic effect of decisions is considered and businesses are given sufficient time to adjust to the consequences of decisions.
Lead spatial planning strategies in conjunction with territorial authorities to ensure the controlled development of urban areas.
Lead the development and negotiation of any Regional Deals in the Otago region.
Cut unnecessary red tape so local businesses can start, expand and hire without council roadblocks.
Keep rates affordable and predictable so firms can invest locally and support jobs for residents.
Scrap council economic development schemes and redirect funds to lower rates and improve services.
Advocate for planning that enables land use change providing positive economic and environmental outcomes.
Assist people's connectivity with local and regional public transport that meets their employment needs and provides mode choice.
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