Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board
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.
Establish regular youth forums to give young people a direct voice in local board decisions.
Increase community engagement by making council information more accessible to a wider demographic including youth and diverse cultures.
Strengthen partnerships with mana whenua and Pasifika leaders to ensure genuine representation in decision-making.
Commit to transparent updates on spending and projects so locals see real outcomes.
Hold regular community hui and meetings so locals directly shape board decisions.
Support Māori and Pacific leadership in decision-making at every level.
Champion co-governance with Mana Whenua and Tangata Whenua at all council levels, including local boards and Māori wards. Toitū Te Tiriti.
Enhance council engagement with all diverse communities, including ethnic, religious, age and gender groups, because stronger communities benefit everyone.
Support council's vital role in boosting the social, economic, environmental and cultural well-being of communities.
Establish regular youth forums to give young people a direct voice in local board decisions.
Increase community engagement by making council information more accessible to a wider demographic including youth and diverse cultures.
Strengthen partnerships with mana whenua and Pasifika leaders to ensure genuine representation in decision-making.
Commit to transparent updates on spending and projects so locals see real outcomes.
Hold regular community hui and meetings so locals directly shape board decisions.
Support Māori and Pacific leadership in decision-making at every level.
Champion co-governance with Mana Whenua and Tangata Whenua at all council levels, including local boards and Māori wards. Toitū Te Tiriti.
Enhance council engagement with all diverse communities, including ethnic, religious, age and gender groups, because stronger communities benefit everyone.
Support council's vital role in boosting the social, economic, environmental and cultural well-being of communities.
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