Wellington City 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.
End race-based policies across local government and treat every resident equally and fairly.
Oppose voting rights for unelected iwi representatives and ensure decisions rest with elected councillors.
Uphold free speech in council venues to allow lawful community groups access without bias.
Commit to monthly constituent meetings within the ward, social media engagement and regular engagement with local community groups.
Commit to keeping rates under control by making council work smarter, not larger and right-size council through natural attrition.
Commit to a technology review to streamline internal operations within council.
Drive greater transparency by strengthening public release of important advice and briefings and reducing publicly excluded meetings.
Support retention of the Te Whanganui-a-Tara Māori Ward at Wellington City Council.
Require community impact statements for all major council decisions.
End race-based policies across local government and treat every resident equally and fairly.
Oppose voting rights for unelected iwi representatives and ensure decisions rest with elected councillors.
Uphold free speech in council venues to allow lawful community groups access without bias.
Commit to monthly constituent meetings within the ward, social media engagement and regular engagement with local community groups.
Commit to keeping rates under control by making council work smarter, not larger and right-size council through natural attrition.
Commit to a technology review to streamline internal operations within council.
Drive greater transparency by strengthening public release of important advice and briefings and reducing publicly excluded meetings.
Support retention of the Te Whanganui-a-Tara Māori Ward at Wellington City Council.
Require community impact statements for all major council decisions.
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