Public forum
Speaking at a public forum
Our public forum provides an opportunity for people to address the Mayor and Councillors on any upcoming agenda item or topics of interest concerning the Taupō District.
Up to 30 minutes will be set aside at the beginning of each monthly council meeting for the public forum. Council meetings are typically held at 1pm on the last Tuesday of the month (other than December).
Public forum rules
Please be aware of the following rules around content and conduct when speaking in a public forum:
- Each speaker or group at a public forum may speak for five minutes (or longer at the discretion of the Mayor).
- Notes, photographs or other documentation used during an address or presentation will be required for Council's records.
- No debate or comment will be made by elected members after your presentation, however, members may ask questions for clarification. It should be noted that as this is not a formal meeting, no formal decisions can be made. If a Council decision is required, the matter will be referred to a future Council or committee meeting for further consideration.
- Criticisms of individual elected members or individual staff members are not allowed.
- The Mayor may refuse applications which are repetitious or offensive and may stop a speaker in progress where the subject matter is disrespectful or offensive.
Apply to speak at a public forum
Anyone who would like to speak at a public forum must submit their request by 4pm on the day prior to the council meeting.
If you have any questions regarding our public forum, please email publicforum@taupo.govt.nz.
