Electors must be given sufficient information to make an informed decision when voting or petitioning on the content of a partnering agreement, prior to the vote or during the counter petition period. Section 177 of the Municipal Act requires the disclosure of the agreement and records relating to the agreement to the extent that these documents would be available under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The local government must ensure that all relevant documents and agreements are publicly available. They may also wish to consult with their solicitors to ensure that the requirements of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act are being met.