Archive for the ‘Auckland’ Category

The following information is provided kindly by the Auckland Regional Council

What does the ARC do?

The Auckland Regional Council Group (ARC Group) manages the region’s air and water quality, its growth and development, regional parks, public transport, the coastal and marine environment, and natural and cultural heritage sites.

The ARC works towards ensuring the region’s development meets present needs without closing off options for future generations.

The ARC’s Vision

The Auckland region – a great place to live.
Ko papatuanuku te matua o te tangata.
The ARC’s Mission

Working in partnership with our regional community to achieve social, economic, cultural and environmental well-being.
Toitu te marae o Tane
Toitu te marae o Tangaroa
Toitu te iwi
How does the ARC plan to achieve its objectives?

The Auckland Regional Council has two strategic plans.

* The Annual Plan 2007/08 sets out plans for this year (July 2007 to June 2008). This plan is based on year two of the Long-Term Council Community Plan and includes amendments to that ten-year plan.
* The Long-Term Council Community Plan (LTCCP) The LTCCP 2006-16 is a ten-year plan that identifies the role that the ARC will play in achieving a sustainable, liveable and prosperous region.

The ARC’s role and activities

* Statutory requirements
* Governance Responsibilities
* Regional Strategies
* Regional Community Outcomes

The ARC can be found here www.arc.govt.nz

Facts about Auckland city:

• the council has one Mayor and 19 councilors
• elections take place every three years
• Auckland city has 10 community boards with 52 community board members
• The council welcomes over 6000 new citizens each year in its citizenship ceremonies.

Auckland has
.21 community centres
• 28 community halls
• 800 parks
• 9 community advisors who can help you.

Auckland City Council currently provides:
• over 60 free annual events
• an art gallery with over 12,000 works of art
• Auckland Zoo
• 20 swimming pools
• 17 libraries.
Auckland offers a wide