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Community outcomes are statements about what our communities wish to achieve, both now and in the future. Community outcomes set a list of priorities to help guide not just Council, but government agencies and other businesses, groups and individuals.

How were Matamata-Piako’s Community Outcomes developed?

During 2004/05, over 1000 people took the opportunity to have their say on their vision for Matamata-Piako. This consultation involved people from Matamata, Morrinsville, Te Aroha, the rural areas and Māori. It is from these “visions” that the community outcomes were developed for the future of the district.

Matamata-Piako’s Community Outcomes

Our community outcomes are based on nine themes that identify the concepts that are most important to our community - you can view them here.

 

Community outcomes are not just the responsibility Council, but something the whole community should work towards; many of the issues are outside of Council’s role and responsibility, which means that working together and developing partnerships is the key to making progress towards our community's desired outcomes.

 

How are we doing?

Under the Local Government Act 2002, Council is required to report on progress towards community outcomes at least every three years. Monitoring results suggest that economic growth and development is placing increasing pressure on Matamata-Piako District’s natural environment, and that communities are facing an expanding range of social issues.

 

Click here to find out more about our progress