Purpose and Vision

Our vision

The ECT will assist in creating a more Positive, Prosperous and Attractive community. 

Our mission

““To foster the Gisborne district’s economic prosperity through acquiring, owning and prudently governing investments, and utilising resources to support and encourage selected commercial and community enterprises”.

Our purpose

The Trust was established for the following purposes:

1. To preserve the value of the capital of the Trust Fund.
2. To provide for the people of Gisborne (the beneficiaries) by
   (a)   Paying and subsidising the installation, maintenance, or supply of electricity to areas of the district that have excessive charges compared with the majority of consumers.
   (b)   Supporting business, community and other initiatives which are likely to encourage or sustain economic growth within the district, or may directly or indirectly benefit the people of Gisborne.