Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton 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.
Be available to all local communities, regardless of language or purpose, to hear requests for new or adjusted projects and work.
Form a long-term relationship between the University Students Association and the community board to integrate students into the community.
Make decisions for and on behalf of the Riccarton community, keeping these decisions local instead of deferring to other bodies.
Hold regular drop-in sessions so residents can raise issues directly and get timely updates.
Keep residents informed on local issues.
Launch a community email newsletter to keep residents updated on projects, decisions and ways to have their say.
Ensure all activities carried out as a representative are done professionally and transparently in the best interest of the community.
Advocate for local decision making through boards rather than a centralised approach.
Be available and proactive for community concerns by listening to all issues and priorities regardless of scale or size.
Be available to all local communities, regardless of language or purpose, to hear requests for new or adjusted projects and work.
Form a long-term relationship between the University Students Association and the community board to integrate students into the community.
Make decisions for and on behalf of the Riccarton community, keeping these decisions local instead of deferring to other bodies.
Hold regular drop-in sessions so residents can raise issues directly and get timely updates.
Keep residents informed on local issues.
Launch a community email newsletter to keep residents updated on projects, decisions and ways to have their say.
Ensure all activities carried out as a representative are done professionally and transparently in the best interest of the community.
Advocate for local decision making through boards rather than a centralised approach.
Be available and proactive for community concerns by listening to all issues and priorities regardless of scale or size.
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