Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
Pre-election Report a Snapshot of Porirua City
Pre-election Report a Snapshot of Porirua City
People thinking of standing for Porirua City Council in the October election can now see a snapshot of the city, how it’s performing financially and what key issues need addressing over the next three years.
For the first time, a pre-election report has been prepared by Council Chief Executive Gary Simpson that will provide helpful information to candidates running for council.
The report is available online at:
http://www.pcc.govt.nz/DownloadFile/Council/Elections-2013/Pre-Election-Report-2013
“This report is also useful for residents trying to decide who to vote for by giving them information they can use to ask candidates what their position is on the various issues facing the city.”
In the report Mr Simpson outlines the Council’s priority spending which is based on taking a prudent financial approach and prioritising investment in infrastructure.
“Major projects include building the Porirua link roads from Transmission Gully Motorway into Whitby and Waitangirua. This is a large-scale project involving huge commitment and we will see progress on it within the next three years. Other projects include working in partnership with the private sector to revitalise our city centre and making a decision on the best earthquake strengthening option for the Council’s administration building.”
The incoming Council will also have a number of key issues to consider including managing infrastructural and building assets, responding to possible regional governance change and considering options from consultants following an efficiency and effective review.
Financial information includes the management of Council’s net deficit/surplus, level of rate increases and debt levels over time.
“The challenge for Council is to balance the level of rate increases, the level of deficits and debt levels while maintaining the services and activities that the community is happy with. We have the situation of having a higher than average dependency on rates income at 72%, so achieving this balance is always a challenge.”
ENDS
Gordon Campbell: On The Hikoi Aftermath
Mana Mokopuna: Children And Young People Share Vital Insights On Healing From Family Violence And Sexual Violence In New Report
NZ Government: PM Marks One Year In Government
Helen Clark Foundation: Helen Clark Foundation Calls For Political Action To Reduce The Prevalence Of Junk Food And Improve Health Outcomes
Justice Committee: Further Decisions About Submissions Process For The Principles Of The Treaty Of Waitangi Bill
Infrastructure New Zealand: Single Agency Needed To Coordinate Climate Adaptation And Recovery
Free Speech Union: Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill Likely To Restrict Access To Information, Polling Shows Most Oppose
