LGNZ encouraged by commitment to explore other funding avenues
In the context of the shortfall in roading funding, announced by Transit today, Local Government New Zealand is heartened by the comments last week of Finance Minister, Michael Cullen, to explore new avenues to fund looming road transport infrastructure issues.
Funding injection for crime prevention welcomed
Local Government New Zealand is delighted with the announcement by Local Government Minister, Hon Mark Burton, of a contestable fund of $250,000 for councils to strengthen crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED).