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.
Advocate for local government reform that is sensible, evidence driven and recognises the value of local, place-based decision making.
Maintain and strengthen relationship agreements with iwi in a way that demonstrates and provides positive outcomes for all.
Support Waikato Regional Council's current policy of ensuring all staff are paid at least the minimum wage and provided with good working conditions.
Be visible and transparent in governance, work with businesses and rural groups to reflect local voices. This is not a role for retirees.
Ensure council leaders and staff team up to get things done for locals, making sure communities see real results that matter to them.
Find cost savings and streamline council processes to cut waste, speed up services and deliver better value for communities.
Focus on internal resources.
Move to electronic voting.
Reduce duplication of local government and reduce the number of councils.
Support equality for all and oppose the divisive co-governance regime currently being rushed through councils.
Undertake a staff restructure. In the last six years, Waikato Regional Council has increased staff numbers by over 100. This is unacceptable.
Advocate for local government reform that is sensible, evidence driven and recognises the value of local, place-based decision making.
Maintain and strengthen relationship agreements with iwi in a way that demonstrates and provides positive outcomes for all.
Support Waikato Regional Council's current policy of ensuring all staff are paid at least the minimum wage and provided with good working conditions.
Be visible and transparent in governance, work with businesses and rural groups to reflect local voices. This is not a role for retirees.
Ensure council leaders and staff team up to get things done for locals, making sure communities see real results that matter to them.
Find cost savings and streamline council processes to cut waste, speed up services and deliver better value for communities.
Focus on internal resources.
Move to electronic voting.
Reduce duplication of local government and reduce the number of councils.
Support equality for all and oppose the divisive co-governance regime currently being rushed through councils.
Undertake a staff restructure. In the last six years, Waikato Regional Council has increased staff numbers by over 100. This is unacceptable.
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