Tag: napier_city_council
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Napier Council Seeks Public Input on Hawke's Bay Amalgamation Options
Napier residents are invited to share their views on Hawke's Bay local government amalgamation, choosing between one or two councils, or letting central government decide. A survey and public meeting are available for input.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial Issues Napier City CouncilHawke's BayLocal GovernmentAmalgamationPublic ConsultationRichard McGrath
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Napier City Council Adopts Annual Plan with Community-Driven Changes
Napier City Council adopted its 2026/27 Annual Plan, incorporating community feedback to adjust rating structures, including CCTV costs and rural residential rates. A new targeted transportation rate based on capital value was introduced, with an 8.8% rates increase.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyTransportationSocial Issues Napier City CouncilAnnual PlanRatesCommunity FeedbackCCTVRichard McGrath
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Napier City Council Joins Regional Effort to Shape Future Governance
Napier City Council partners with three Hawke’s Bay councils to propose local government reorganisation, seeking community input to avoid central government intervention and shape the city's future.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsElectionEconomySocial Issues Napier City CouncilHawke's BayLocal GovernmentReorganisationRichard McGrathCommunity Engagement
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Napier Council Revises Annual Plan Following Strong Community Feedback
Napier City Council adjusted its Annual Plan proposals, shifting CCTV costs to general rates and maintaining rural residential differentials. Mayor Richard McGrath highlighted community feedback as crucial in these decisions, impacting city-wide safety and roading funding.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyLegal Napier City CouncilAnnual PlanCommunity FeedbackRatesCCTVRural ResidentialTransportation Costs
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Napier City Council Advances New Animal Control Shelter
Napier City Council plans to start building a new Animal Control Shelter in early 2026, budget around $3 million, to increase capacity and improve animal welfare.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesAustralasiaState GovernmentsLaw Enforcement Napier City CouncilAnimal Control Shelteranimal welfareDog Control Act 1996Jess EllermNapier
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Napier City Council Adopts 2025/26 Annual Plan Following Public Consultation
Napier City Council adopts its 2025/26 Annual Plan, responding to residents' views by keeping the Napier Library open. The average rates increase is confirmed at 8.9%.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomy Napier City CouncilAnnual PlanNapier LibraryKirsten WiseRatesHawke's BayGovernment Funding