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 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.
Commit to working with hapū, iwi and Māori communities to ensure their voices are heard and taken to the community board.
Actively engage the community through meaningful consultation methods so community voices can genuinely shape decisions.
Ensure opportunities for collaboration on projects, planning and community initiatives so things happen with the community, not to it.
Support council to clarify complex processes, plans and proposals so everyone can understand and contribute in ways that work for them.
Engage with residents on their terms and hold council meetings at times most residents can attend.
Prioritise quality of operations over affordability and stop contracting out so many things.
Support full transparency of council operations aside from commercially sensitive issues.
Commit to working with hapū, iwi and Māori communities to ensure their voices are heard and taken to the community board.
Actively engage the community through meaningful consultation methods so community voices can genuinely shape decisions.
Ensure opportunities for collaboration on projects, planning and community initiatives so things happen with the community, not to it.
Support council to clarify complex processes, plans and proposals so everyone can understand and contribute in ways that work for them.
Engage with residents on their terms and hold council meetings at times most residents can attend.
Prioritise quality of operations over affordability and stop contracting out so many things.
Support full transparency of council operations aside from commercially sensitive issues.
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