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.
Create community halls for ethnic communities to support cultural activities, meetings and engagement.
Promote community togetherness by organising activities that encourage participation and engagement from all residents.
Continue assessment of council role in major programs and encourage public and private partnerships to facilitate development of facilities.
Encourage more public participation in decision making.
Promote ethnic participation in decision making and engagement.
Advocate for fair wages and safe working conditions for all council employees and contractors.
Promote transparency by making council decisions clearer and easier for residents to follow and understand.
Support Māori, ethnic and Pasifika representation by partnering with local places of worship and community groups.
Consult with Māori and ethnic communities to ensure local projects reflect Otara-Papatoetoe's diverse population.
Ensure transparency by publishing board decisions, budgets and meeting outcomes online.
Increase public engagement through regular community forums and clear updates for residents.
Create community halls for ethnic communities to support cultural activities, meetings and engagement.
Promote community togetherness by organising activities that encourage participation and engagement from all residents.
Continue assessment of council role in major programs and encourage public and private partnerships to facilitate development of facilities.
Encourage more public participation in decision making.
Promote ethnic participation in decision making and engagement.
Advocate for fair wages and safe working conditions for all council employees and contractors.
Promote transparency by making council decisions clearer and easier for residents to follow and understand.
Support Māori, ethnic and Pasifika representation by partnering with local places of worship and community groups.
Consult with Māori and ethnic communities to ensure local projects reflect Otara-Papatoetoe's diverse population.
Ensure transparency by publishing board decisions, budgets and meeting outcomes online.
Increase public engagement through regular community forums and clear updates for residents.
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