South Waikato 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.
Actively support initiatives and events that celebrate and promote the multi-cultural community.
Continue partnership with Raukawa where and how they deem appropriate and ensure sufficient resourcing for partnership.
Improve communications with the community and ensure accessible engagement.
Make all activities of the council as visible and as transparent as humanly possible.
Recognise all people groups equally and support racial diversity but not at the expense of competency and merit.
Refocus council staff on getting results rather than following strict procedure.
Actively support initiatives and events that celebrate and promote the multi-cultural community.
Continue partnership with Raukawa where and how they deem appropriate and ensure sufficient resourcing for partnership.
Improve communications with the community and ensure accessible engagement.
Make all activities of the council as visible and as transparent as humanly possible.
Recognise all people groups equally and support racial diversity but not at the expense of competency and merit.
Refocus council staff on getting results rather than following strict procedure.
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