Mayor of Tararua
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.
Progress the review of waste services by exploring next steps and assessing if bringing the service in-house is a more cost-effective option.
Ensure the council's voice and plans are prioritised within the new Wairarapa Tararua water entity with clear expectations.
Focus expectations on affordable water service costs while increasing upgrades and compliance.
Investigate council and local shops selling prepaid rubbish bags for standard rubbish collection and assess feasibility.
Maintain public rubbish bins in local business districts and allow new ones where needed to keep the business districts clean.
Lobby government over fluoride where the electorate wishes and allow access to bore water for public drinking without fluoride.
Progress the review of waste services by exploring next steps and assessing if bringing the service in-house is a more cost-effective option.
Ensure the council's voice and plans are prioritised within the new Wairarapa Tararua water entity with clear expectations.
Focus expectations on affordable water service costs while increasing upgrades and compliance.
Investigate council and local shops selling prepaid rubbish bags for standard rubbish collection and assess feasibility.
Maintain public rubbish bins in local business districts and allow new ones where needed to keep the business districts clean.
Lobby government over fluoride where the electorate wishes and allow access to bore water for public drinking without fluoride.
Mayor
Compare the mayoral candidates in your area
Local council
Compare the candidates for your city or district council
Regional council
Compare the candidates for your regional council
Local board
Compare the candidates for your local or community board