Commitment to Consultation
A well-structured consultation process is a key part of improved decision making.
The Council welcomes and values input from the people of the Kapiti Coast District so it can adequately reflect their views in its decision making. Decision making is improved as a result.
The Council is also committed to determining the overall community view as
accurately as possible and will use the appropriate techniques to meet this objective. Consultation will enhance the democratic process by contributing to the decision making of the Council.
The Council is committed to acknowledging the unique perspective of Māori and recognise that they are more than an interest group. The Council also recognises that within the Māori community, different levels of relationship exist which requires consultation that appropriately reflects each level of relationship.
Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to ensure a consistent approach to consultation throughout the Kapiti Coast District Council (“the Council”) and compliance with the consultation requirements of the Local Government Act 2002 (“LGA 2002”).
This policy does not cover the submission process that may be required under the Resource Management Act 1991.
Consultation Policy