Questions have been asked about why Gisborne District Council has decided to turn this weekend into an extra long one for council staff.
The council offices in Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs will remain closed until next Wednesday, with all staff given Monday off.
In a statement yesterday, Mayor Rehette Stoltz said the Monday closure of council facilities was “a gesture by councillors”.
“To thank staff for the extra hours everyone put in during the two states of emergency when cyclones Hale and Gabrielle hit our region this year.”
As a result of the decision the Olympic Pool Complex and public library will be closed on Monday, along with the council offices.
