Stewart Edward, chair of the Rotorua Energy Charitable Trust. Photo/File
Stewart Edward, chair of the Rotorua Energy Charitable Trust. Photo/File
Rotorua Energy Charitable Trust trustees will be capped to serving a maximum of three terms from the next election on.
Trust chairman Stewart Edward said it had been debated by the Trust for many years, with at least two referendums held.
The most recent was at the 2016 electionwhen 75 per cent of respondents indicated there should be a maximum number of terms for trustees.
He said "considerable research" was carried out and nine years was widely regarded as the most appropriate figure, considering the organisation's three-year election cycle.
"We have listened to what the public said in the referendum and undertaken significant work to ensure the terms will allow us to continue to carry out the important job we have, making a better Rotorua for all."
Edward said the new rules will come into effect from next year's election.
All current and former trustees previous service will be excluded.
The Trust Deed will now be changed to reflect the new terms.
"The new nine-year limit will ensure new people and ideas come onto the trust while enabling trustees the chance to be elected for up to three terms, providing consistency," Edward said.
"This has seen the development of our strategic plan and a simple but effective kaupapa statement, a better Rotorua for all."
He said the trust had also identified five key areas of focus - health and the first 1,000 days, education and employment, vibrancy, energy and the environment, and strengthening our communities.
"These give the trust renewed drive and clarity around the ways we can make the most impact for our community."
Edward said the trust was in a strong position to continue to support Rotorua.
