Papakura Local Board
Utilities and services
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.
Utilities and services
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.
Ensure future developments follow model open spaces that serve both as valued amenities in dense urban areas and as flood protection.
Monitor and unblock stormwater drains regularly to prevent flooding and respond promptly when reported by the public.
Partner with mana whenua and farmers to safeguard cultural values linked to water and ensure healthy rivers, streams and harbours.
Invest in water quality, supply and stormwater upgrades.
Support weekly rubbish collections for cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods.
Sweep streets and clear drains to reduce flooding risks.
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.
Invest in water quality, supply, and stormwater upgrades.
Support weekly rubbish collections for cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods.
Sweep streets and clear drains to reduce flooding risks.
Invest in water quality, supply, and stormwater upgrades.
Support weekly rubbish collections for cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods.
Sweep streets and clear drains to reduce flooding risks.
Support weekly rubbish collections for cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods.
Invest in water quality, supply and stormwater upgrades.
Sweep streets and clear drains to reduce flooding risks.
Invest in water quality, supply and stormwater upgrades.
Support weekly rubbish collections for cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods.
Sweep streets and clear drains to reduce flooding risks.
Support amalgamation of water supply systems.
Support more dog control and licensing to stop dogs roaming the streets.
Ensure future developments follow model open spaces that serve both as valued amenities in dense urban areas and as flood protection.
Monitor and unblock stormwater drains regularly to prevent flooding and respond promptly when reported by the public.
Partner with mana whenua and farmers to safeguard cultural values linked to water and ensure healthy rivers, streams and harbours.
Invest in water quality, supply and stormwater upgrades.
Support weekly rubbish collections for cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods.
Sweep streets and clear drains to reduce flooding risks.
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.
Invest in water quality, supply, and stormwater upgrades.
Support weekly rubbish collections for cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods.
Sweep streets and clear drains to reduce flooding risks.
Invest in water quality, supply, and stormwater upgrades.
Support weekly rubbish collections for cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods.
Sweep streets and clear drains to reduce flooding risks.
Support weekly rubbish collections for cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods.
Invest in water quality, supply and stormwater upgrades.
Sweep streets and clear drains to reduce flooding risks.
Invest in water quality, supply and stormwater upgrades.
Support weekly rubbish collections for cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods.
Sweep streets and clear drains to reduce flooding risks.
Support amalgamation of water supply systems.
Support more dog control and licensing to stop dogs roaming the streets.
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