Mayor of Tasman
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.
Streamline decision-making by delegating routine matters to focus groups so the council can focus on strategy, finances and key infrastructure.
End public exclusion from council meetings except for legally confidential or negotiation-sensitive items.
Adopt a new, fair code of conduct that better balances the interests of all involved.
Listen to communities and act on their wishes rather than pay lip service.
Not support race-based policies.
Streamline internal operations to reduce staff numbers and lift competence levels.
Streamline decision-making by delegating routine matters to focus groups so the council can focus on strategy, finances and key infrastructure.
End public exclusion from council meetings except for legally confidential or negotiation-sensitive items.
Adopt a new, fair code of conduct that better balances the interests of all involved.
Listen to communities and act on their wishes rather than pay lip service.
Not support race-based policies.
Streamline internal operations to reduce staff numbers and lift competence levels.
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