Tararua 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.
Increase online notifications on upcoming public policies by utilising other pages and groups, not just the council website.
Review costs from personnel to fuel costs to ensure the system is both effective and not being abused.
Review what the public sector pays for the same job to ensure best value for the ratepayer dollar.
Establish a youth council to contribute directly to council decisions on policies impacting younger residents.
Set diversity targets for council boards, committees and advisory groups.
Use accessible formats, including plain language, translations and online surveys, to encourage wider participation.
Expand on the quality of documentation supplied for public engagement around consultations, feedback and submissions requested on topics.
Invite communities to engage with elected members at regular meetings held throughout the district by bringing council to the people.
Guarantee a living wage for all council staff and offer flexible work and mental health support.
Introduce participatory budgeting so locals vote on how part of the council's budget is spent.
Start monthly surveys to get feedback on council services and priorities and share council decisions online in plain language within 48 hours.
Increase online notifications on upcoming public policies by utilising other pages and groups, not just the council website.
Review costs from personnel to fuel costs to ensure the system is both effective and not being abused.
Review what the public sector pays for the same job to ensure best value for the ratepayer dollar.
Establish a youth council to contribute directly to council decisions on policies impacting younger residents.
Set diversity targets for council boards, committees and advisory groups.
Use accessible formats, including plain language, translations and online surveys, to encourage wider participation.
Expand on the quality of documentation supplied for public engagement around consultations, feedback and submissions requested on topics.
Invite communities to engage with elected members at regular meetings held throughout the district by bringing council to the people.
Guarantee a living wage for all council staff and offer flexible work and mental health support.
Introduce participatory budgeting so locals vote on how part of the council's budget is spent.
Start monthly surveys to get feedback on council services and priorities and share council decisions online in plain language within 48 hours.
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