Selwyn District Council
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.
Ensure cost-effective delivery of the Water Services CCO with tight accountability. Ensure KPIs are met or exceeded for safe, reliable water services.
Support better planning of water races and land drainage to protect homes, businesses and improve land condition in areas prone to flooding.
Pursue innovative recycling and waste solutions that reduce cost, protect the environment and boost resilience.
Ensure the new water entity operates efficiently with strong governance, transparent reporting and clear service agreements.
Introduce a pay-as-you-throw waste charge to incentivise recycling, reduce landfill volumes and diversify revenue beyond rates.
Implement sensor-driven street cleaning to optimise routes and schedules using real-time data for cost-effective, efficient service delivery.
Ensure cost-effective delivery of the Water Services CCO with tight accountability. Ensure KPIs are met or exceeded for safe, reliable water services.
Support better planning of water races and land drainage to protect homes, businesses and improve land condition in areas prone to flooding.
Pursue innovative recycling and waste solutions that reduce cost, protect the environment and boost resilience.
Ensure the new water entity operates efficiently with strong governance, transparent reporting and clear service agreements.
Introduce a pay-as-you-throw waste charge to incentivise recycling, reduce landfill volumes and diversify revenue beyond rates.
Implement sensor-driven street cleaning to optimise routes and schedules using real-time data for cost-effective, efficient service delivery.
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