Governance Statement

Under the Local Government Act 2002, Council is required to produce a Local Governance Statement after each triennial election.

The statement explains how Council works and how it involves the public in decision-making and the aim of this document is to help everyone understands how Council operates and how they can have their say, therefore promoting local democracy.

It includes information on:

• Council functions, responsibilities and activities
• How Councillors are elected
• The roles and conduct of elected members
• Council meetings
• Public access to staff and elected members
• Key planning and policy documents

 Grey District Council Local Governance Statement 2010 (156 Kb)