Ruapehu 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.
Make internal operations open, transparent and more accountable to elected members and conduct regular salary reviews and training support for staff.
Make Māori Council a standing committee with a direct connection to the council, giving iwi and hapū a voice at the council table.
Host quarterly community board forums in each ward to gather direct resident input on issues.
Improve internal operations by publishing yearly staff wellbeing and diversity reports.
Publish a clear online directory of council departments, their responsibilities and key contact persons.
Make internal operations open, transparent and more accountable to elected members and conduct regular salary reviews and training support for staff.
Make Māori Council a standing committee with a direct connection to the council, giving iwi and hapū a voice at the council table.
Host quarterly community board forums in each ward to gather direct resident input on issues.
Improve internal operations by publishing yearly staff wellbeing and diversity reports.
Publish a clear online directory of council departments, their responsibilities and key contact persons.
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