Post by Kiwi Frontline on Nov 28, 2017 17:11:51 GMT 12
SOUTH WAIKATO SAYS NO TO MAORI SEATS FOR NOW
The South Waikato District Council has decided not to introduce designated Māori seats for the 2019 local government elections.
Elected members made the decision at the completion of a hearing on Thursday and also decided to revisit the issue in three years rather than wait for the allowable statutory timeframe of six years.
During a feedback period it came to light that engagement with Māori, and in particular with iwi, was different to having designated Māori seats on the council.
The council received 84 submissions, survey responses, and feedback about the concept of designated Māori seats. Of the 84 responses, there was an even split, with 42 respondents wishing the council to introduce Māori seats and 42 against......
www.stuff.co.nz/waikato-times/news/south-waikato-news/99319850/south-waikato-says-no-to-maori-seats-for-now
The South Waikato District Council has decided not to introduce designated Māori seats for the 2019 local government elections.
Elected members made the decision at the completion of a hearing on Thursday and also decided to revisit the issue in three years rather than wait for the allowable statutory timeframe of six years.
During a feedback period it came to light that engagement with Māori, and in particular with iwi, was different to having designated Māori seats on the council.
The council received 84 submissions, survey responses, and feedback about the concept of designated Māori seats. Of the 84 responses, there was an even split, with 42 respondents wishing the council to introduce Māori seats and 42 against......
www.stuff.co.nz/waikato-times/news/south-waikato-news/99319850/south-waikato-says-no-to-maori-seats-for-now