Western Bay of Plenty District Council
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.
Engage council well with the community through paper and Facebook marketing, which I manage for them in Kati Kati.
Support all races and recognise that everyone is different but needs things to work for them.
Support and promote success for everyone, acknowledging my position as Pākehā with a daughter of Tainui descent.
Develop a genuinely open and transparent political culture that engages with residents and communities, rather than talking down to people.
Fully review the size and functions of council to increase focus and reduce costs and rates, especially after the separation of waters assets.
Begin the korero and discussion of reforms and effectiveness of the council, and review the size of teams working in each area of operations.
Start a youth council with monthly hui to give rangatahi a voice in decision-making for the entire district and their own rohe.
Ensure internal operations work well by conducting reviews and gathering regular feedback and check-ins.
Engage council well with the community through paper and Facebook marketing, which I manage for them in Kati Kati.
Support all races and recognise that everyone is different but needs things to work for them.
Support and promote success for everyone, acknowledging my position as Pākehā with a daughter of Tainui descent.
Develop a genuinely open and transparent political culture that engages with residents and communities, rather than talking down to people.
Fully review the size and functions of council to increase focus and reduce costs and rates, especially after the separation of waters assets.
Begin the korero and discussion of reforms and effectiveness of the council, and review the size of teams working in each area of operations.
Start a youth council with monthly hui to give rangatahi a voice in decision-making for the entire district and their own rohe.
Ensure internal operations work well by conducting reviews and gathering regular feedback and check-ins.
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