Waikato Regional 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.
Build on shared-service models across councils (regional, interregional, national) to drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness for ratepayers.
Encourage interregional collaboration to address issues with regionwide impact, including economic development initiatives and public transport.
Encourage public engagement to ensure better, community-driven outcomes that reflect the collective vision for the future.
Investigate and initiate more efficient public bus services to help people in need in outlying areas such as Raglan, Mercer and Meremere.
Regain the trust of constituents by reducing rates, driving efficiencies and returning the $2.5 million surplus.
Start the conversation between Waikato Regional Council, Waikato District Council, Auckland Council and central government regarding re-establishing rail services to Tuakau, Pokeno and Te Kauwhata.
Follow up the current restructure of the river and drainage (ICMC) business of council with a wider structural review of the whole council.
Recognise that democracy is important and seek equal Māori/Pākehā participation and representation in an ideal world.
Build on shared-service models across councils (regional, interregional, national) to drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness for ratepayers.
Encourage interregional collaboration to address issues with regionwide impact, including economic development initiatives and public transport.
Encourage public engagement to ensure better, community-driven outcomes that reflect the collective vision for the future.
Investigate and initiate more efficient public bus services to help people in need in outlying areas such as Raglan, Mercer and Meremere.
Regain the trust of constituents by reducing rates, driving efficiencies and returning the $2.5 million surplus.
Start the conversation between Waikato Regional Council, Waikato District Council, Auckland Council and central government regarding re-establishing rail services to Tuakau, Pokeno and Te Kauwhata.
Follow up the current restructure of the river and drainage (ICMC) business of council with a wider structural review of the whole council.
Recognise that democracy is important and seek equal Māori/Pākehā participation and representation in an ideal world.
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