LTP amendment Q&A briefing
November 21, 2024
Councillors were given the opportunity to have their questions about the Long-term Plan amendment answered by Council officers.
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Let’s Talk is used by Council’s Engagement Team to gather the public’s thoughts and feedback on various projects across Wellington. The feedback you submit on Let’s Talk may be provided to Council staff and included in reports presented to elected Councillors. To see more about how your feedback may be used, please refer to our privacy statement.
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