Cleaner waterways, a chlorine-free water supply, and a collaborative approach to creating a better environment are on the agenda for Councillor Pauline Cotter as she looks to the next 10 years in Christchurch. Christchurch has emerged from the earthquakes a greener city. We are treasuring our natural environment more and celebrating the beauty of our…
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Condition of roads, footpaths needs addressing
Residents’ concerns about the condition of the city’s roads and footpaths need to be addressed in the 2021-31 Long Term Plan believes Urban Development and Transport Committee Chair Mike Davidson. A common theme of the residents’ surveys carried out by Christchurch City Council over the past few years has been dissatisfaction with the condition of…
Time to step-up our climate change response
The 2021-31 Long Term Plan presents an opportunity for Christchurch City Council to step up its response to climate change and publicly demonstrate its commitment to lowering carbon emissions, says Councillor Sara Templeton. When I was first elected to Council in 2016, I would have been laughed at if I had predicted that within three…
Water reform discussions under way
Government-led reform of water services is under way and Christchurch faces some big decisions, Acting Mayor Andrew Turner says. “As a water service provider, Christchurch City Council has been part of Government-led discussions on what shape the reforms might take. Acting Mayor Andrew Turner. “We don’t know all the details yet, but we do know…