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.
Continue working to make council operate more efficiently. I initiated reform in delivery and key performance indicators for all, including appointment of new CEO after 20 years and new road contractors after 10 years under the same model.
Engage with Māori, as 27% of our people are of Māori descent. I established Toitu Māori engagement for 40 marae and the first-ever Māori affairs initiative.
Support localism. The first community boards plans for local improved governance and voice with council were developed, and I would advocate for pay equity for the same jobs.
Introduce more forms of participatory democracy to engage communities that feel disconnected from council.
Introduce public forums ahead of full council meetings, citizen assemblies, and strengthen community boards and committees.
Review senior staffing costs and structure that increased by an extra $12 million annually in three years, adding to rates unaffordability.
Continue working to make council operate more efficiently. I initiated reform in delivery and key performance indicators for all, including appointment of new CEO after 20 years and new road contractors after 10 years under the same model.
Engage with Māori, as 27% of our people are of Māori descent. I established Toitu Māori engagement for 40 marae and the first-ever Māori affairs initiative.
Support localism. The first community boards plans for local improved governance and voice with council were developed, and I would advocate for pay equity for the same jobs.
Introduce more forms of participatory democracy to engage communities that feel disconnected from council.
Introduce public forums ahead of full council meetings, citizen assemblies, and strengthen community boards and committees.
Review senior staffing costs and structure that increased by an extra $12 million annually in three years, adding to rates unaffordability.
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