Timaru 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.
Ensure no voice is left out by building council decisions with all of Timaru's communities.
Keep democracy local by protecting Timaru's say with plain information, open decisions and genuine community input.
Modernise council operations so they are streamlined, responsive and deliver real value for Timaru people.
Affirm council leadership by great communication so that governance and delivery are in sync. Reward excellence in work and results.
Create real partnerships sharing a vision and hopes to grow Timaru into an exciting treasure for future generations.
Host a day to communicate council hopes and dreams so that together, the community can really say, 'in this council things really happen.'
Communicate about council spending and where rates are going more effectively.
Increase transparency of council with more livestreamed meetings and engage with stakeholders earlier in project timelines.
Meet people where they are, whether that be on social media or at their homes, and improve council engagement with the public.
Ensure no voice is left out by building council decisions with all of Timaru's communities.
Keep democracy local by protecting Timaru's say with plain information, open decisions and genuine community input.
Modernise council operations so they are streamlined, responsive and deliver real value for Timaru people.
Affirm council leadership by great communication so that governance and delivery are in sync. Reward excellence in work and results.
Create real partnerships sharing a vision and hopes to grow Timaru into an exciting treasure for future generations.
Host a day to communicate council hopes and dreams so that together, the community can really say, 'in this council things really happen.'
Communicate about council spending and where rates are going more effectively.
Increase transparency of council with more livestreamed meetings and engage with stakeholders earlier in project timelines.
Meet people where they are, whether that be on social media or at their homes, and improve council engagement with the public.
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