Governance publications

This policy provides transparency on Council’s process for the appointment and remuneration of directors to Council organisations. There is a separate policy for appointing directors to the Central Economic Development Agency (CEDA).

The Code of Conduct provides guidance to Council's elected members on expected standards of behaviour in their dealings with each other, Council officers, the media and members of the public.

Council believes it is essential, in the interests of good management and effective administration, to delegate decision-making to the lowest competent level. This will achieve best use of the abilities of elected representatives and officers, minimise costs, promote the development of effective managers and minimise bureaucratic interference in the daily affairs of residents.

This Policy sets out Council’s commitment to Elected and Appointed Members ongoing training and professional development. It outlines the type of knowledge and skills members need to develop to assist them in their Local Government duties and sets out the procedure for requesting training.

This protocol provides elected members with guidance for managing interactions with the media and offers suggestions for how to effectively manage social media.

This policy sets out the allowances available to elected and appointed members and the rules for claiming expenses during their term of office.

The Local Governance Statement describes the processes of local government in Palmerston North City.  The focus of the Statement is to provide residents with an explanation of the legislative framework of local government in New Zealand and specific information on how your Council makes decisions and how residents can engage with Palmerston North City Council. 

This is the procedural rule book governing committee and Council meetings.