Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board
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.
Host regular resident and board member meetings to discuss concerns face-to-face.
Support increased funding to community groups to help connect residents with their communities.
Work with local ethnic, Māori and disability community leaders to improve wellbeing for minority groups and better provide key services.
Continue mentoring young people interested in civic and community leadership, including through the Tuia Rangatahi Leadership Programme.
Ensure that local decisions are made locally by the Community Board and increase Community Board participation in the annual plan process.
Further increase community participation in decision-making, building on experience as an elected member and with Think Papanui.
Host regular resident and board member meetings to discuss concerns face-to-face.
Support increased funding to community groups to help connect residents with their communities.
Work with local ethnic, Māori and disability community leaders to improve wellbeing for minority groups and better provide key services.
Continue mentoring young people interested in civic and community leadership, including through the Tuia Rangatahi Leadership Programme.
Ensure that local decisions are made locally by the Community Board and increase Community Board participation in the annual plan process.
Further increase community participation in decision-making, building on experience as an elected member and with Think Papanui.
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