Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board
Utilities and services
Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.
Utilities and services
Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.
Improve rubbish and recycling facilities in parks to reduce litter and dumping.
Retain public ownership of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater assets, as well as other strategic assets, such as Orion.
Tackle graffiti by supporting volunteer tag-spotting and rapid removal programmes. I am a tag-spotting volunteer and have reported hundreds.
Ensure safe drinking water, effective wastewater and sewerage services to protect public health and the environment.
Promote efficient rubbish and recycling programs to reduce waste and encourage sustainability in our community.
Strengthen animal control and dog licensing while maintaining clean streets for a safe and pleasant neighbourhood.
Improve rubbish and recycling facilities in parks to reduce litter and dumping.
Retain public ownership of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater assets, as well as other strategic assets, such as Orion.
Tackle graffiti by supporting volunteer tag-spotting and rapid removal programmes. I am a tag-spotting volunteer and have reported hundreds.
Ensure safe drinking water, effective wastewater and sewerage services to protect public health and the environment.
Promote efficient rubbish and recycling programs to reduce waste and encourage sustainability in our community.
Strengthen animal control and dog licensing while maintaining clean streets for a safe and pleasant neighbourhood.
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