4. Members Roles and Conduct

4.4.    The Code of Conduct

Clause 15 of Schedule 7 to the Local Government Act 2002 requires each Local Authority to adopt a Code of Conduct for the Elected Members of Council.

Once adopted, all Elected Members are required to comply with the Code of Conduct; however, a breach of the Code of Conduct is not an offence under the Act. Council may amend or replace its Code of Conduct but it may not revoke it without a replacement, all changes to the Code of Conduct require a supporting vote of not less than 75% of the members present.

The Matamata-Piako District Code of Conduct sets out the understandings and expectations adopted by Council about the manner in which Elected Members may conduct themselves while acting in their capacity as Elected Members. This includes behaviour towards one another, staff, and the public and the disclosure of information. The Code of Conduct can be found under Council Documents on the Council website. You can view the Code of Conduct here.