Community
Board
induction
programme
Community Board induction pack 2019
Local Elections 2019
wel ington.govt.nz/elections
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Welcome
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Contents
Welcome
4
Goal and objectives
5
Guiding principles for elected members
6
Induction programme
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Programmes for individual modules
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Calendar timetable for induction programme
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Elected member checklist
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Contact list
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Welcome
We are pleased to welcome
The purpose of the elected member
We are here to support you along the
you to Wellington City
induction programme is to induct
way: you’ll find a list of key contact
newly-elected and returning
points at the back this booklet.
Council on your success
members into their roles. The
in the elections.
programme will cover training and
Please take note of any sessions that
development in areas of decision
you found helpful, and where we
making and how to be an effective
could improve. We’ll take on board
elected member. The programme
your feedback and apply it to the
also provides vital information and
next induction programme.
building on (new) skills to assist both
new and returning elected members.
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Community Board Induction Programme 2019
Goal and objectives
We’ve developed an
Elected Members are from a diverse
The main goal of the induction
induction programme to
range of backgrounds and bring to
programme is to ensure that Elected
the Council different skills. For new
Members have every opportunity
support you in your journey
Elected Members, they will need to
to clearly understand their role and
as an Elected Member and
develop new skills and knowledge
responsibilities and to develop skills
the programme is designed
that are unfamiliar to them. Building
and knowledge to perform their
on the experiences of returning
job well and in the best interest
to be more experiential,
Elected Members and taking on
of the city.
interactive and conducive
board that we have new Members,
The induction programme as a
with clear objectives.
we have created a programme
that reflects the different skills
whole will cover the following
and experiences for both new and
required objectives.
returning members.
Induction goal:
Elected Members will be informed, effective and confident in their role as governors
and a key strategic partner in developing the city
Induction objectives
Constructive
Triennium
Evidence-based
Supporting
Governance
culture
focused
decision-making
governance role
tools
Professional, respectful
Build a triennium
Elected Members receive
Elected members
Elected Members
and all here to make
work programme to
and trust information
confidently differentiate
have the tools and
Wellington even better:
achieve Council and
from senior managers
between their role as
information to support
Between Councillors
City strategic goals
and adds value to their
governors and the role
their role as decision
Executive Leadership
strategy setting and
of ELT and officers
makers and governors
Team and officers.
decision-making
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Guiding principles
for elected members
Govern Responsibly:
Personal Attributes:
Build Relationships:
• Recognise the role of the Council’s
•
Manage self – show drive and
•
Communicate and engage –
Chief Executive
motivation, an awareness of
communicate early, clearly and
• Recognise the difference between
strengths and weaknesses and
respectfully, listen and encourage
your strategic governance role
a commitment to learn and
differing views and discussions
from management’s everyday
understand with their individual
•
Work collaboratively –
operational role
learning styles
be respectful, inclusive and
• Act in a governance role in
•
Display resilience and
reliable, collaborative with
accordance with the Elected
adaptability – express your own
others and value diversity
Members’ role as outlined
views respectfully, persevere
in WCC’s Local Governance
through challenges, and be flexible
Utilise available
Statement
and willing to change and learn,
resources:
• Be a responsible and active
be present
member of the Council, fulfilling
•
Demonstrate accountability –
•
Staff support – engage with and
your responsibilities in line with
Take responsibility for own
request support from your Elected
legislation and your role as
actions and learning, commit
Member Support Advisor, be
a governor
to safety and act in line with
professional and seek for advice,
be respectful when engaging with
• Ensure that Elected Members act
legislation and policy
wider Council officers
within the laws that govern its
purpose and operation as stated
•
Technology and Information –
in the Local Government Act 2002
use technology and information
to maximise efficiency and
effectiveness
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Induction programme
Date
Time
Room
Event
Who should attend *
Content
Outcomes
October
Tuesday,
8.45am-
Level 8,
Welcome
Compulsory
Breakfast and tour of
• Photograph taken
15 October
10am
The Terrace
Breakfast – First
the Councillors lounge
for access cards
2019
introduction
(Level 8).
• Introduction to
to Elected
the Executive
Members
Leadership Team and
Governance unit.
10am-
Level 16.11,
Meeting the
Compulsory
Welcome address by
• Life as an
1.30pm
The Terrace
CEO, ELT
CEO and ELT members
elected member
and your
Setting-up Elected
• HR and Democratic
governance
members
support
support team
(light lunch)
Tour of Level 16 & 17
Monday,
9.30am –
Level 16.11,
EXTERNAL
Compulsory
1 day course about how
• Understand the
21 October
4.00pm
The Terrace
PROVIDER:
local government is
structure of Local
2019
How Local
structured, what drives
Government and
Government
it and how it works.
how it works
Works
The focus will be on
Wellington City Council
and Wellington Regional
Council services,
committee structure,
electoral system,
governance and rating
structures.
Tuesday,
9.30am-
Level 16.11,
Laws affecting
Optional for
Outline the laws
Local Government Act
22 October
11.30am
The Terrace
Councillors
Community
affecting Elected
2002Local Electoral
2019
Board members
members in their
Act 2001
capacity as regulators,
decision makers and
Local Government
governors.
official Information
and Meetings Act 1987
(LGOIMA)
Resource Management
Act 1991
Local Authorities
(Members’ Interest
Act 1968
Crimes Act 1961
Secret Commission
Act 1910
Financial market
conduct Act 2013
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Date
Time
Room
Event
Who should attend *
Content
Outcomes
Tuesday,
1.00pm-
Level 16.11,
EXTERNAL
Compulsory for
Understanding the
Professional
22 October
4.30pm
The Terrace
PROVIDER:
Councillors
definition of making
development for
2019
How to be
Recommended for
decision in the Local
Elected Members
an effective
Community Boards
Government Act 2002
around decision
elected
and what it means in
making.
member?
practice
Governance and
management in Local
Government context
Strategic development
and high level thinking
Wednesday,
1.00pm-
Pipitea,
Pōwhiri
Compulsory
A pōwhiri to welcome
Building relationship
23 October
3.00pm
Marae,
welcome
for Councillors
Elected Members at
with mana whenua.
2019
Thorndon
Optional for
the Marae.
Community
Board members
Thursday,
1.30pm-
WREMO
Dealing with
Compulsory for
Elected Members
Understand the role of
24 October
2.30pm
office,
an emergency
new Councillors
will be briefed on their
Elected Members in an
2019
2 Turnbull St, – Emergency
Optional for
role in an emergency.
emergency situation.
Thorndon
Management
Community Board
(WREMO)
members
Wednesday,
5.30pm
Renouf Foyer, Swearing-in
Compulsory
Official ceremony
• Formal declaration
30 October
(evening)
Michael
ceremony
for Councillors
to receive the
of the Mayor and
2019
Fowler
Optional for
declaration of the
Councillors
Community Board
Mayor and Councillors
• Appointments
members
and other related
of Chairpersons
formal appointments
and members to
e.g membership
Committee
and Chairperson of
Committees and
• Appointment
portfolios
of Councillors
to portfolios
November
Tuesday, 5
10.30am-
Wellington
EXTERNAL
Recommended for
To introduce community • defined your
November
3.00pm
(other dates
PROVIDER –
Community Board
board members to
community
2019
available
LGNZ Induction Members (will
their local government
board role;
at different
for Community require registration)
role, their key support
• differentiated
locations)
Boards
networks and start the
between
www.lgnz.
development journey
governance and
co.nz/equip/
towards being an
management roles;
training/
effective community
• planned how to
workshops/
representative
build effective
relationships;
• explored positive
steps to prepare for
the community role
of the future;
• prepared to run
an effective
meeting; and
• considered your
support systems.
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Date
Time
Room
Event
Who should attend *
Content
Outcomes
Wednesday,
5.00pm
Level 16.09,
Combined
Compulsory for
This session is an
• Understanding the
13 November
The Terrace
Community
Community Boards
opportunity for
role of Community
2019
Boards
Optional for
Community Boards to
Boards
workshop
Councillors
understand the major
• Building relationship
projects over the next
with ELT and
triennium and what
Councillors
challenges lie ahead for
the organisation and
impact on Wellington
Thursday,
9.30am-
Level 16.09,
Mock
Compulsory for
Providing training on
• Gain competency
14 November 11.30am
The Terrace
Committee
Councillors
democratic process
and demonstrate
2019
Meeting
Recommended for
around your role on the
knowledge on
(101 Meeting
Community Boards
decision making table.
Standing Orders
Protocol)
and democratic
processes.
• Be equipped
to participate
effectively at all
Committee meetings
Thursday,
6.00pm-
5 Cambridge Swearing-in
Compulsory for
Official ceremony to
• Receiving
14 November 8.00pm
Terrace, Tawa ceremony
Mayor and Northern receive the declaration
declaration of Board
2019
(evening)
Community
for Tawa
Councillors, Tawa CB of Tawa Community
members
Centre
Community
Optional for
Board members.
• Approval of meeting
Board
remaining councillors Approving related
schedule
reports e.g meeting
schedule
Thursday,
6.00pm
Makara
Swearing-in
Compulsory for
Official ceremony to
• Receiving
21 November – 8.00pm
Community
ceremony for
Mayor & Makara/
receive the declaration
declaration of
2019
(evening)
Hall
Makara/Ohariu Ohariu CB
of Makara/Ohariu
Board members
Community
Optional for rest
Community Board
• Approval of
Board
members and other
meeting schedule
related reports e.g
meeting schedule
Wednesday,
9.30am –
Level 16.09,
EXTERNAL
Compulsory for
Targeted training for
• Be equipped
27 November 12noon
The Terrace
PROVIDER
new members and
Elected Members to
to participate
2019
– Standing
Chairperson
participate effectively
effectively in a
Orders Training
at Committee meeting.
Committee meeting
2.00pm-
Chairperson’s
Recommended
Targeted training for
• Demonstrate
4.00pm
training
for rest
Chairperson to support
knowledge
(TBA)
their role in chairing
in chairing a
a meeting
Committee meeting
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Programmes for
individual modules:
Welcome breakfast –
First introduction to Councillors
Date: Tuesday, 15 October 2019
Time: 9:30am
Room: Mayor and Elected members lounge (level 8) and Level 16.11, 113 The Terrace (Tahiwi)
Purpose/Description: Formal introduction to the Executive Leadership Team and Governance Unit.
Scope:
Session Format:
• Building initial relationship with ELT and Governance unit.
• Stand up breakfast session
• Opportunity for returning and new Elected Members to formally
• Informal gathering and get to know Elected Members
meet the support staff in the organisation
and key members of the organisation
• Breakfast format and formal presentation by Executive Leadership
• Presentation by different speakers
Team and one external presenter
Outcome:
Programme (Agenda)
• General understanding of the commitment required
8.45am
Registration
being an Elected Member
9.00am
Breakfast
• Know who is your support person in the organisation
10.00am Tour of Mayor’s and Elected Members floor
• Opportunity to complete any required HR
(Level 8)
paperwork and forms
10.15am
Presentation by Executive Leadership Team
11.15am
Introduction to Governance Support teams
11.30am
Presentation by Sue Wells –
Life as an Elected Members
12.30noon Light lunch
1.15pm
Tour of Level 16 and 17
1.30pm
Key dates
Presenters
Kevin Lavery, CEO of Wellington City Council.
Andy Matthews, David Chick, Barbara McKerrow, Stephen
McArthur, Meredith Blackler, Executive Leadership Team (ELT)
members WCC
Anusha Guler is the Head of Governance – International Relations,
Mayor’s Office, Elected Member Support and Democracy Services.
Sue Wells has served five terms as a Christchurch City Councillor
and six as a Community Board member. She is an accredited RMA
Commissioner and was a radio presenter.
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How Local Government works
Date:
Monday, 21 October 2019
Time:
9:30am–4.30pm
Room: Level 16.11, 113 The Terrace (Tahiwi)
Purpose/Description:
Wellington City Council is a Local Government body, so it’s important to understand how local Government works.
This course looks at the structure and function of Local Government and the rules that govern the way WCC operates.
Scope:
Presenters
• Understand how local government works
Hillary Bryan, Director The Training Practise
• Understand the structure and function of local government
Hilary facilitates successful leadership, government, communications,
• Key policy documents – Annual Plan and Long-term Plan
emotional intelligence and business agility programmes. She’s a
dichotomy of thoughtful reflection and practical action. She’s been
Programme (Agenda)
a senior manager in central and local government, a communications
9.30am Introduction and confirm expectations
consultant and a tertiary education lecturer.
9.50am 10 questions to get started
Hilary has two tertiary teaching qualifications and recently completed
A look at a wide variety of City Council
her thesis on Emotionally Intelligent Leadership to become a Fellow of
and wider local government issues
Speech NZ.
10.15am Basic history of local government reforms: 1989 – present
She has two degrees in Political Behaviour and is an avid follower
Major 1989 reforms
of the NZ political and public sector scene. She leads The Training
Formation of Auckland Council
Practice’s government and local government work.
Local Government Act 2002 and amendments
Session Format:
10.45am Morning tea
• Presentation on topic
11.00am Wellington City Council and Greater Wellington Regional
• Fishbowl discussion – people grouped into smaller groups
City Council services
Who provides which services?
Outcome:
A look at the region’s buses
At the end of the programme, councillors and Community
11.45am How services are provided
Board members will understand:
Options and examples
WCC’s CCOs
• the structure of NZ local government
12.30noon Local Government boundaries
• the services provided by different councils, specifically the
Recent proposed changes and their fate
Wellington City and Greater Wellington Regional Councils
1.00pm Lunch
• key challenges local government is facing
1.30pm
The role of central government and challenges local
• how central government affects what local government does
government is facing
• the role of the Local Government Minister and her powers
Powers of the Minister
• the basics of the rating structure
Water
Funding: recent work by the Productivity Commission
• the 2016–2019 Local Governance Statement: management/
governance; committee structure; role of Mayor and elected
2.00pm Local Governance Statement
councillors; role of Community Boards
Role of CE
Governance versus management
• the sequence and structure of Long Term and Annual Plans.
Committee structures
Liaison with local iwi
2.30pm Long-Term Plan, 2018-2028
Consultation
2040 Smart Capital
Challenges and priorities
3.00pm Afternoon Tea
3.15pm
Annual Plan, 2019-2020
Consultation
Key projects
3.30pm Overview of rates
General rates
Targeted rates
Commercial and residential rating differential
Public and private goods
4.15pm
Last word
4.30pm Close
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How to be an effective elected member
Date:
Tuesday, 22 October 2019
Time:
1:00pm
Room: Level 16.11, 113 The Terrace (Tahiwi)
Purpose/Description: This session provides an opportunity for elected members to discuss about their role
as an elected member and a decision maker.
Scope:
Outcome:
• Understanding the requirements in the Local Government
• Understand the role of an elected member
Act 2002 around making decisions in practice
• Differentiate the role of governors and managers
• The difference between governance and management
• Discuss what it means by thinking strategically
in Local Government context
• What it means by thinking strategically
Programme (Agenda)
• A discussion session around decision making and the
role of an elected member.
Presenters
Sue Wells attended the University of Canterbury and served five
terms as a Christchurch City Councillor. She has held a number of
positions in the not for profit sector and as a Resource Management
Act independent commissioner. She also has worked as a radio and
television presenter.
Session Format:
• Presentation on topic
• Case study
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Introduction to emergency management
Date:
Thursday, 24 October 2019
Time:
1.30pm
Venue: WREMO Office, 2 Turnbull Street, Thorndon
Purpose/Description:
Drawing on lessons from the Canterbury and Kaikoura earthquakes, this session will provide Elected Members a brief
overview of the framework for emergency management and your role as an Elected Member in an emergency.
Scope:
Presenters
• Wellington City hazards
Mike Mendonca, Chief Resilience Officer, Resilience, WCC
• Emergency Management Framework (4Rs)
Derek Baxter, City Engineer, Resilience, WCC
• The roles of Wellington City Council in Emergency Management
Jeremy Holmes, Manager Wellington Region
• The role of the Wellington Region Emergency Management
Emergency Management Office
Office (WREMO)
Session Format:
Programme (Agenda)
• Presentation by officers
A presentation by officers on key reduction, readiness,
• Q&A session
response and recovery activities in Wellington City, with a
focus on the role of Elected Members during an emergency.
Outcome:
• Understand the framework and role of Elected Members
in an emergency
• Meet key officers
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Swearing-in ceremony
(inauguration ceremony)
Date:
Wednesday, 30 October 2019
Time:
5.30pm (official start time) [required to arrive by 5.00pm]
Venue: Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre, 111 Wakefield Street, Wellington
Purpose/Description:
The inaugural ceremony for the Mayor and Councillors elect to make their declaration as Elected Members.
Scope:
• Declarations of Elected Members
• The Chief Executive to present his general explanation to
Elected Members’ on legal responsibilities under various
pieces of legislations.
• Setting of a date for the first Council meeting
Programme (Agenda)
5.00pm Group photo session
5.15pm ELT make way to seat on stage and
Councillors to assemble outside of the foyer
5.30pm Official entourage to be seated on stage
OFFICIAL START at 5.30pm 5.35pm Chief Executive’s Welcome
5.45pm Kapa Haka Group performance
5.50pm Declaration of Mayor elect
6.00pm Mayor to preside as Chairperson
6.05pm Declarations of Councillors elect
6.30pm CEO to present general understanding of
various legislations and legal obligations
6.40pm Other Committee relations report(s)
6.50pm National Anthem – Closing performance
7.00pm Function
Session Format:
Formal meeting.
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Combined community boards workshop
Date:
Wednesday, 13 November
Time:
5.00pm
Room: Level 16.11, 113 The Terrace (Tahiwi)
Purpose/Description: This session is an opportunity for Community Boards to understand the major projects over the next
triennium and what challenges lie ahead for the organisation and impact on Wellington
Scope:
Presenters:
• Understanding the key challenges and major decisions of the
Kevin Lavery, CEO of Wellington City Council.
Council and impacts on communities
Andy Matthews,
David Chick,
Barbara McKerrow,
Stephen
• How community boards can be involved in the process
McArthur,
Meredith Blackler – Executive Leadership Team (ELT)
Programme (Agenda)
members WCC
Crispian Franklin, Elected Members Support Manager
5.00pm Mihi by Tira Poutama (Iwi Partnership) Team –
light refreshments
Session Format:
5.30pm Welcome by the Chief Executive
• Workshop presentation
6.00pm Introduction – Executive Leadership
• Q&A
6.15pm Key decisions lie ahead and impact on the community
Outcome:
6.45pm Community Board roles and responsibilities
• Understanding the role of Community Boards
7.00pm Community Board support
7.10pm Q&A session
7.30pm Close
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Mock committee meeting (meeting protocol)
Date:
Thursday, 14 November 2019
Time:
9.30am–12noon
Room: Level 16.09, 113 The Terrace (Tahiwi)
Purpose/Description: This session provides an opportunity for Elected Members to understand the life-cycle
of a report and protocols for a Committee/Community Board meeting.
Scope:
Tools/ Resources –
• General explanation of the lifecycle of a Committee report
Elected Members are required to bring their
• Explanation on meeting processes and protocols and key
Standing Orders to this training.
areas of Standing Orders.
Presenters
Programme (Agenda)
Democracy Services and Elected Member Support Advisor teams
• Welcome
Session Format:
• Explanation of the lifecycle of a Committee report
• Mock meeting
• Mock meeting to explain key areas of Standing Orders.
The following will be covered:
Outcome:
· Conduct of meetings
• Elected members understand the skills and knowledge required
· Suspension of Standing Orders
to perform at a Committee/ Community Board meeting.
· Rules of debate
· Rules around motion and amendments
· Procedural Motions
· Points of Order
· Voting
• Q&A session
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Standing orders & chairperson training
Date:
Wednesday, 27 November 2019
Time:
9.30am–12noon
Room: Level 16.09, The Terrace (Tahiwi)
Purpose/Description: Interactive session for Chairpersons chairing Committee and Community Board meetings. Understanding Standing
Orders and how to use them in a meeting.
Scope:
Tools/Resources:
• Provide tools and information to be an effective Chairperson
Elected Members will be provided with a handbook. Elected Members
• Understanding meeting processes and protocols.
are required to bring their Standing Orders to this training.
Programme (Agenda)
Presenters
2 separate sessions
Vern Walsh and
Steve McDowell have chaired boards, undertaken
mediation, designed and delivered training on effective governance
I) Standing Orders Training
to elected members and to the management team that support the
• What is Standing Orders
political side of the council.
• Purpose of Local Government and Other related Legislations
Session Format:
• Key Standing Orders in a meeting
• Role Play
• Work with your Democracy Advisor
• Discussion session
• Role of Elected members and Officers
• Workbook
• Meeting Protocol
II) Chairperson Training
Outcome:
• Preparation before a meeting & run through meetings
Elected Members will learn:
• Establishing a relationship with your Democracy Advisor,
• Understanding key skills and qualities of the Chairperson
ELT and Staff
• Effectively utilising Standing Orders to manage a Committee
• Roles and responsibilities – Chairperson & Advisor
or Community Board meeting
• How to run a meeting – tools and tips
• How to effectively manage Elected Members in a meeting
• Key Standing Orders for a chairperson
• How to run a meeting effectively
• How to manage difficult Elected Members
• Understanding key Standing Orders
• Time Management
• De-brief post meeting
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Calendar timetable
for induction
programme
October
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Election
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
Delivery
Welcome
of Elected
Breakfast
Members pack
Support and
Admin
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
How Local
Laws affecting
Rehearsal
WREMO –
Government
Councillors
Swearing-
Dealing with
works
ceremony
an emergency
Pōwhiri Welcome
27
28
29
30
31
Labour Day
Swearing-in
ceremony for
Councillors/
Mayor
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November
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
LGNZ training
for Community
Boards
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Combined
101 Meeting
Community
protocol –
Boards
Mock Committee
Workshop
Meeting
Swearing-in
ceremony for
Tawa Community
Board
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Swearing-in
ceremony for
Makara/Ohariu
Community
Board
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
Standing Orders
& Chairs training
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Elected
member checklist
First day essentials
Good governance
¡
¡ Go through the contents of your Induction Box
¡
¡ Read the Code of Conduct
¡
¡ Manually ensure your personal calendars are
¡
¡ Be familiar with Standing Orders
updated with the planned induction programme
Procedural matters
Getting started
¡
¡ Meeting procedures
¡
¡ Photo taken for access card
¡
¡ Meeting guidelines and protocol
¡
¡ Tour of facilities
¡
¡ Basic understanding of Standing Orders
¡
¡ Get to know your allocated Elected Member Support
¡
¡ Understand the format of a Community
Advisor and Democracy Services team
Board agenda
¡
¡ Complete HR forms and return within the first 2 weeks
¡
¡ Understand the format of a Community
¡
¡ Payroll system (OneCouncil system)
Board Minutes
¡
¡ Terms of Reference and delegations
Induction programme
¡
¡ Where to get help with procedural matters
¡
¡
– Elected Member Support Team
Welcome meeting with Mayor and Elected Members
(First introduction to Elected Members)
Staff support
¡
¡ How local government works
¡
¡ How to be an effective elected member
¡
¡ Do you know how to escalate a constituent/
¡
¡ Dealing with an emergency – WREMO
elected member request
¡
¡ Swearing-in ceremony (evening)
¡
¡ Working with your Elected Member Support Advisor
¡
¡ Combined Community Boards workshop (evening)
¡
¡ 101 Meeting protocol
¡
¡ Standing Orders and Chairperson Training
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Contact list
Elected member support team
(or email [email address])
The Elected Member Support team is here to help you.
Crispian Franklin, Elected Member Support Manager
[email address]
Kimberley Wicks, Elected Member Support Advisor
[email address]
Helena Patuwai, Elected Member Support Advisor
[email address]
Democracy services team
(or email [email address])
Democracy Services is the group within the Council that provides a responsive point of contact between
elected members, the organisation and the community in relation to Committee matters.
Jennifer Parker, Democracy Services Manager
[email address]
Cyrus Frear, Senior Democracy Advisor
[email address]
Dominic Tay, Senior Democracy Advisor
[email address]
Sean Johnson, Democracy Advisor
[email address]
Erina Daymond, Business Support Officer
[email address]
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Executive leadership team
Kevin Lavery, Chief Executive Office
[email address]
Andy Matthews, Chief Financial Officer
[email address]
Responsible for:
• Financial Strategy and Treasury
• Business Reporting, Analysis and Performance
• Financial Accounting and Transactional Services
• Property
Moana Mackey, Acting Chief City Planner
[email address]
David Chick, Chief City Planner Significant Programmes
[email address]
Responsible for:
• Build Wellington
• City Consenting and Compliance
• City Design and Place Planning
• Resilience and Sustainability
• Transport and Infrastructure
Stephen McArthur, Director Strategy and Governance
[email address]
Responsible for:
• Assurance
• Communications and Engagement
• Emergency Management and Business Continuity
• Governance
• Strategy, Policy and Research
• Tira Poutama – Iwi Partnerships
Barbara McKerrow, Chief Operating Officer
[email address]
Responsible for:
• City Arts and Events
• City Housing
• Community Networks
• Parks, Sport and Recreation
• Smart Council
Hayley Evans, Head of Legal & Risk
[email address]
Responsible for:
• Legal
• Risk Management
• Project Governance
Meredith Blackler, Director Human Resource
[email address]
Responsible for:
• HR Services
• Organisational Development
• Safety, Security and Wellbeing
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