Waimate District Council has submitted its Water Services Delivery Plan to the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA), in line with the Local Water Done Well legislation.
Adopted at an Ordinary Council meeting on 19 August, the plan sets out a clear and sustainable roadmap for delivering and funding the district’s water services over the next decade.
Council commends the dedicated staff involved for their expert analysis and commitment to community wellbeing that has been instrumental in shaping this plan to reflect local needs while meeting rigorous national drinking water, wastewater and stormwater standards.
Council also recognises the strong public support for retaining local control of water services – a mandate that has guided the development of this plan.
Mayor Craig Rowley says, “We promised our community safe and affordable water services, and this plan delivers on that promise. It meets all legislative and financial requirements set by the Government and proves that Council has the capability to manage our water services effectively and affordably.”
Under the plan, if approved by the DIA, water services including drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater will continue to be delivered through an internal business unit (IBU). The unit will work closely with a newly established Water Services Committee to make recommendations to Council. The committee will have some delegated authority, but Council will retain full decision-making authority.
You can read the Water Services Delivery Plan in the news section on Council’s website.
