Mayor of Waimate
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 going out to communities, in their own places and spaces, to consult and engage regularly in all wards.
Establish a community focus group to socialise draft key consultation documents before they go public, to provide questions and suggestions.
Instigate quarterly public forums on key council activities such as roading, waters and waste and include open days at council facilities.
Ensure going out to communities, in their own places and spaces, to consult and engage regularly in all wards.
Establish a community focus group to socialise draft key consultation documents before they go public, to provide questions and suggestions.
Instigate quarterly public forums on key council activities such as roading, waters and waste and include open days at council facilities.
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