Mayor of Tararua
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.
Commit to engaging with the community on current communication, including what works, what does not and how they want to be informed and involved.
Embrace technology and the savings it offers by focusing on smart use that helps reduce costs and deliver better value for ratepayers.
Assess what the council could stop with community input to reduce costs, ask where involvement is needed and explore all available options.
Go to any location in Tararua to meet at private residences or businesses to discuss any issue to be as accessible as possible.
Use Facebook as a platform for people to directly engage on any topic or policy under review or new ideas.
Review costs and expenses and reduce spending, especially when technology can replace flying or driving to meetings.
Commit to engaging with the community on current communication, including what works, what does not and how they want to be informed and involved.
Embrace technology and the savings it offers by focusing on smart use that helps reduce costs and deliver better value for ratepayers.
Assess what the council could stop with community input to reduce costs, ask where involvement is needed and explore all available options.
Go to any location in Tararua to meet at private residences or businesses to discuss any issue to be as accessible as possible.
Use Facebook as a platform for people to directly engage on any topic or policy under review or new ideas.
Review costs and expenses and reduce spending, especially when technology can replace flying or driving to meetings.
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