Councillors and Community Boards
On Friday the Council will commence its engagement with the community about the system that will be used to elect councillors at the next election. Details of the options will be posted on the Council's website on Friday. Google: Tauranga City Have a Say. Three of the options are aligned with the previously used ward system and one offers a new system that would see 9 councillors elected to represent all of Tauranga. Under the ward system voters can only vote for the few councillors in their ward but under the new system they can vote for all 9 councillors.
Also up on the website will be a survey to find out if people want community boards.The boards would be led by locally elected members who would have legal power to hold public forums and advocate for the needs and preferences of their local area. Boards are funded by the Council but they are not expensive. The yearly cost of a board would be no more $4.50 per head of population and possibly much less than that. If boards get the go ahead they will start operating next year.
Tell the Council you want boards so you can have your say at a local level.
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.
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91.5% Yes
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8% No
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0.4% Other - I'll share below!
SASSY SATURDAY MARKET
🌟 Step into the vibrant world of Sassy Saturday Market! 🌟
Get ready for a sensational Saturday filled with love, laughter, and endless treasures! Join us at Sassy Saturday Market, where every stall sparkles with handcrafted wonders, thrifty delights, and mouthwatering delights.
Explore aisles brimming with unique handcrafts, from artisanal jewelry to bespoke home décor. Discover hidden gems among our thrifty finds, perfect for the savvy shopper in you.
27th April 10am till 2pm @Tauanga Racecourse, Don't miss out on the excitement! Bring your friends, family, and appetite for adventure to Sassy Saturday Market. We welcome new stallholders email us on sassysats24@gmail.com
Lest we forget...
On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.
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