I hereby give notice that an ordinary meeting of the Waiheke Local Board will be held on:
Date: Time: Meeting Room: Venue:
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Thursday, 28 August 2014 4.15pm Oneroa
Bowling Club |
Waiheke Local Board
OPEN AGENDA
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MEMBERSHIP
Chairperson |
Paul Walden |
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Deputy Chairperson |
Shirin Brown |
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Members |
Becs Ballard |
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John Meeuwsen |
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Beatle Treadwell |
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(Quorum 3 members)
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Carmen Fernandes Democracy Advisor
21 August 2014
Contact Telephone: (09) 373 6210 Email: Carmen.Fernandes@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz Website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
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Waiheke Local Board 28 August 2014 |
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1 Welcome 5
2 Apologies 5
3 Declaration of Interest 5
4 Confirmation of Minutes 5
5 Leave of Absence 5
6 Acknowledgements 5
7 Petitions 5
8 Deputations 5
9 Public Forum 5
9.1 Dangerous Driveway/Footpath Cylists - 41 Causeway Road 5
9.2 Waiheke Island Community Planning Group Inc - Report back on funding received 6
10 Extraordinary Business 6
11 Notices of Motion 7
12 Councillor's Update 9
13 Annual Report 2013/2014 11
14 Quarterly performance Report for the Waiheke Local Board for the period ended June 2014 17
15 Waiheke Small Local Improvement Projects (SLIPs) Programme 2013/2014 73
16 Auckland Transport Local Board Engagement Plan 141
17 Auckland Transport Quarterly Update to Local Boards
For the quarter - 1 April to 30 June 2014 171
18 Onetangi Sports Park pavilion improvements 207
19 Central Joint Funding Committee 227
20 Chairperson's Report for July 2014 233
21 Board Members' Reports 235
22 List of resource consents 239
23 Reports requested/pending 245
24 Waiheke Local Board workshop record of proceedings 249
25 Consideration of Extraordinary Items
1 Welcome
Kua uru mai a hau kaha, a hau maia, a hau ora, a hau nui,
Ki runga, ki raro, ki roto, ki waho
Rire, rire hau…pai marire
Translation (non-literal) - Rama Ormsby
Let the winds bring us inspiration from beyond,
Invigorate us with determination and courage to achieve our aspirations for abundance and sustainability
Bring the calm, bring all things good, bring peace….good peace.
2 Apologies
At the close of the agenda no apologies had been received.
3 Declaration of Interest
Members are reminded of the need to be vigilant to stand aside from decision making when a conflict arises between their role as a member and any private or other external interest they might have.
4 Confirmation of Minutes
That the Waiheke Local Board: a) confirm the ordinary minutes of its meeting, held on Thursday, 24 July 2014, as a true and correct record. |
5 Leave of Absence
At the close of the agenda no requests for leave of absence had been received.
6 Acknowledgements
At the close of the agenda no requests for acknowledgements had been received.
7 Petitions
At the close of the agenda no requests to present petitions had been received.
8 Deputations
Standing Order 3.20 provides for deputations. Those applying for deputations are required to give seven working days’ notice of subject matter and applications are approved by the Chairperson of the Board. This means that details relating to deputations can be included in the published agenda. Total speaking time per deputation is ten minutes or as resolved by the meeting.
At the close of the agenda no requests to speak had been received.
At the close of the agenda no requests for deputations had been received.
9 Public Forum
A period of time (approximately 30 minutes) is set aside for members of the public to address the meeting on matters within its delegated authority. A maximum of 3 minutes per item is allowed, following which there may be questions from members.
Jill Jackson of 41 Causeway Road, Waiheke wrote a letter to the Board regarding her concerns about the current shared footpath arrangement. A copy of her letter is attached to this report. Jill will be in attendance to speak to the Board about her concerns. |
Attachments a Letter from Jill Jackson........................................................................ 257 |
10 Extraordinary Business
Section 46A(7) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 (as amended) states:
“An item that is not on the agenda for a meeting may be dealt with at that meeting if-
(a) The local authority by resolution so decides; and
(b) The presiding member explains at the meeting, at a time when it is open to the public,-
(i) The reason why the item is not on the agenda; and
(ii) The reason why the discussion of the item cannot be delayed until a subsequent meeting.”
Section 46A(7A) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 (as amended) states:
“Where an item is not on the agenda for a meeting,-
(a) That item may be discussed at that meeting if-
(i) That item is a minor matter relating to the general business of the local authority; and
(ii) the presiding member explains at the beginning of the meeting, at a time when it is open to the public, that the item will be discussed at the meeting; but
(b) no resolution, decision or recommendation may be made in respect of that item except to refer that item to a subsequent meeting of the local authority for further discussion.”
11 Notices of Motion
At the close of the agenda no requests for notices of motion had been received.
Waiheke Local Board 28 August 2014 |
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File No.: CP2014/17980
Purpose
1. Providing Councillor Mike Lee with an opportunity to update the Waiheke Local Board on Governing Body issues.
a) That the verbal update from the Waitemata and Gulf Ward Councillor, Mike Lee, be received.
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There are no attachments for this report.
Signatories
Authors |
Carmen Fernandes - Democracy Advisor |
Authorisers |
Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
Waiheke Local Board 28 August 2014 |
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File No.: CP2014/17415
Purpose
1. This report compares the actual activities and actual performance with the intended activities and the intended level of service as set out in the Waiheke Local Board Agreement for 2013/14. The information is prepared as part of the Waiheke Local Board’s accountability to the community for the decisions made throughout the year.
Executive summary
2. The Local Board is required to monitor and report on the implementation of the Local Board Agreement for 2013/2014. The requirements for monitoring and reporting are set out in the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. These requirements include providing comment on actual local activities against the intended level of service and for these comments to be included in the Auckland Council Annual Report.
3. The attached report is proposed for approval from the Waiheke Local Board.
4. The Auckland Council Annual Report will be audited and then reported to the Governing Body for adoption on 25 September 2014.
That the Waiheke Local Board: a) Notes the monitoring and reporting requirements set out in the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009 and the local board information proposed for the Auckland Council Annual Report 2013/14 b) Approves: I. The message from the Chairperson, which provides the Local Board’s comments on local board matters in the 2014 annual report II. The list of achievements and the list of capital projects that form part of the local board information for the Auckland Council Annual Report 2013/14 c) Gives authority to the Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson to make typographical changes before submitting for final publication |
Discussion
5. The Local Board is required to monitor and report on the implementation of its local board agreement for 2013/14. The requirements for monitoring and reporting are set out in the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009, as follows:
Section 23 Monitoring and reporting
(1) Each local Board must monitor the implementation of the local board agreement for its local board area.
(2) Each annual report of the Auckland Council must include, in respect of local activities for each local board area, an audited statement that –
i) Compares the level of service achieved in relation to the activities with the performance target or targets for the activities (as stated in the local board agreement for that year); and
ii) Specifies whether any intended changes to the level of service have been achieved; and
iii) Gives reasons for any significant variation between the level of service achieved and the intended level of service.
6. Each local board must comment on the matters included in the annual report under subsection (2) in respect of its local board area and the Council must include those comments in the annual report.
7. This report focusses on the formal reporting referred to in Section 23 above. Attachment A provides the draft local board information for inclusion into the Annual Report 2013/2014. The draft report contains the following sections:
· message from the Chair
· key achievements
· financial results
· performance measures.
8. Local board comments on local board matters in the annual report will be included in the annual report as part of the message from the Chair.
9. The next steps for the Annual Report are:
· Audit during August 2014;
· Report to the Finance and Performance Committee in September;
· Report to the Governing Body for adoption on 18th September;
· Full New Zealand Stock Exchange disclosure on 26th September;
· Publication on 24th October; and
· Copies of the annual Report will be provided to the local board office.
Consideration
Local board views and implications
10. Local Board comments of local board matters are included in the annual report as part of the message from the Chair.
Maori impact statement
11. The annual report provides information on how the Auckland Council has progressed its agreed priorities in the annual plan over a 12 month period. This includes engagement with Maori, as well as projects that benefit various population groups, including Maori.
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Signatories
Authors |
Christine Watson - Manager Financial Advisory Services - Local Boards |
Authorisers |
Kevin Ramsay - Manager Finance, Auckland CFO Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
Waiheke Local Board 28 August 2014 |
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Placeholder for Attachment 1
. Annual Report 2013/2014.DOC
The 2014 Annual Report will be circulated under seperate cover.
28 August 2014 |
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Quarterly Performance Report for the Waiheke Local Board for the period ended June 2014
File No.: CP2014/18576
Purpose
1. To update the Waiheke Local Board members on the progress towards their objectives for the year from 1 July 2013 to 30 June 2014 as set out in the Local Board Agreement.
Executive summary
2. This report contains the following Waiheke local board reports:
· Highlights and achievements for the June 2014 quarter;
· Watching brief and recommendation;
· Progress updates on key initiatives and projects for the June 2014 quarter;
· Activity overview for CDAC for the June 2014 quarter;
· Activity overview for Libraries for the June 2014 quarter;
· Activity overview for Parks, Sports and Recreation for the June 2014 quarter;
· Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) report for the six month ended June 2014;
· Financial report for the Quarter ended June 2014;
· Parks capital projects summary to June 2014 (Appendix A);
· CDAC workplan to June 2014 (Appendix B); and
· Treasury report for the Quarter ended June 2014(Appendix C).
That the Waiheke Local Board: a) Receives the Quarterly Performance Report for the Waiheke Local Board for the period ended June 2014. |
Comments
3. In consultation with local boards this omnibus report has been created to give the elected members a comprehensive and common overview of local activities from council departments and CCOs. Future reports are expected to include additional departmental and CCO reports as these are developed for inclusion and discussion
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Signatories
Authors |
Christine Watson - Manager Financial Advisory Services - Local Boards |
Authorisers |
Christine Watson - Manager Financial Advisory Services - Local Boards Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
28 August 2014 |
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Waiheke Small Local Improvement Projects (SLIPs) Programme 2013/2014
File No.: CP2014/16848
Purpose
1. This report provides an overview of the Waiheke Local Board 2014/2015 Small Local Improvement Project (SLIP) programme and recommends projects for approval and commencement in the 2014/2015 year.
Executive Summary
2. The Waiheke Local Board had $310,029 SLIP’s operational funding and $441,263 SLIPs capital expenditure available to allocate in the 2013/2014 financial year.
3. Of that budget, the Waiheke Local Board allocated $310,029 or 100% of their operational expenditure budget and $421,365.85 or 95% of their capital expenditure budget.
Operational Expenditure |
Total Budget |
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Allocation Including Recommendations (%) |
Remaining Budget |
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SLIPs Opex 2013/2014 |
$310,029 |
$310,029 |
100% |
$310,029 |
100% |
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Capital Expenditure |
Total Budget |
YTD Allocated (%) |
Allocation Including Recommendations (%) |
Remaining Budget |
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SLIPs Capex 2013/2014 |
$441,263 |
$421,365.85 |
95% |
$421,365.85 |
95% |
$19,897.15 |
4. The Board have $631,000 (prior to any 2013/2014 deferral wash up) for capex and $242,000 opex for the 2014/2015 year..
5. This report includes five SLIPs projects for consideration by the board for funding in the 2014/2015 year:
i. Waiheke Golf Club for Drive way renewal grant- To part fund driveway renewal for the Waiheke Golf Club;
ii. Waiheke United AFC Football Clubroom Upgrade Grant- To fund upgrade of facilities for the Football club rooms;
iii. Volunteer Kit- To fund items for a Volunteer Kit that could be used on volunteer days;
iv. Esslin Road Sea Wall, Waiheke -Design, and Consent- To fund the design and consent of a 200m seawall from Esslin Road Reserve; and
v. Onetangi O’Brian Road Causeway- Design & Consent- To fund a 2.1m wide pedestrian bridge on O’Brian Road for safer pedestrian and equestrian access across a causeway.
6. This report includes two SLIPs projects for scoping for consideration by the board:
i. Harbourmasters / Alison House heritage evaluation ~ To assess the heritage values and significance of Alison / Harbourmasters House, Matiatia; and
ii. Wellington/ Nelson St bus shelter ~ Shelter for bus passengers, better facilities for users of public transport.
iii. In addition, a quick response fund is proposed - Fund for quick response small projects.
That the Waiheke Local Board: a) Receives the Waiheke SLIPs 2013/2014 Final programme report and schedule. b) Receives and acknowledges completion of the projects during the 2013/2014 as summarised in the Attachment A- “SLIPS End of Year Project Summary July 2014”. c) Approves the following SLIPs projects for 2014/ 2015 year and confirms the Project Spokesperson/s:
The detail regarding the above project is attached to this report as the Attachment B “SLIPS Project Summary for August 2014”. d) Approves the following SLIPs projects for scoping for the 2014/ 2015 financial year:
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Discussion
7. Decisions from the board are being sought for the following:
8. Approval is sought to fund the Waiheke Golf Club Driveway renewal grant. To part fund driveway renewal for the Waiheke Golf Club. This project is described further in detail in Attachment B “SLIPS Project Summary for August 2014”.
9. Approval is sought to fund the Football club room upgrade grant. To fund upgrade of facilities for the Football club rooms. This project is described further in detail in Attachment B “SLIPS Project Summary for August 2014”.
10. Approval is sought to fund the Volunteer Kit. To fund items for a Volunteer Kit that could be used on volunteer days. This project is described further in detail in Attachment B “SLIPS Project Summary for August 2014”.
11. Approval is sought to fund the Esslin Road Sea Wall, Waiheke -Design, and Consent. To fund the design and consent of a 200m seawall from Esslin Road Reserve. This project is described in further detail in Attachment B “SLIPS Project Summary for August 2014”.
12. Approval is sought to fund the Onetangi O’Brian Road Causeway- Design & Consent. To fund a 2.1m wide pedestrian bridge on O’Brian Road for safer pedestrian and equestrian access across a causeway. This project is described in further detail in Attachment B “SLIPS Project Summary for August 2014”.
13. Approval is sought to scoping of the Harbourmasters / Alison House heritage evaluation. To assess the heritage values and significance of Alison / Harbourmasters House, Matiatia. This project is described in further detail in Attachment C “SLIPS Proposal forms for August 2014”.
14. Approval is sought to scoping of the Wellington/ Nelson Streets bus shelter. Shelter for bus passengers, better facilities for users of public transport. This project is described in further detail in Attachment C “SLIPS Proposal forms for August 2014”.
15. Approval is sought to scoping of the Quick response fund. Fund for quick response small projects. This project is described in further detail in Attachment C “SLIPS Proposal forms for August 2014”.
Consideration
Local Board Views
16. This report canvasses the views of the Waiheke Local Board.
17. The recommendations contained within this report fall within the Local Boards delegated authority.
Maori Impact Statement
18. Parks and open spaces contribute significantly to Maori well-being, values, culture and traditions. Where any aspects of the proposed work programme are anticipated to have a significant impact on sites of importance to Tangata Whenua, appropriate consultation will follow.
General
19. Communities are impacted by SLIPs projects. They provide an opportunity for staff and elected representatives to engage with the communities on their specific needs. SLIPs staff will liaise directly with all residents and stakeholders impacted by any SLIPs or Discretionary funded projects to be delivered.
20. Funding for the proposed projects within this report would be obtained from the Waiheke Local Board’s Small Local Improvement Project budget allocation. After allocating budget to all the projects listed in this report and elsewhere, the Waiheke Local Board will still have SLIPs capital and operational funding remaining unallocated. Further reporting as part of the monthly work programme reporting will be used to determine what other projects the board may wish to fund.
21. SLIPs need to comply with all relevant legislation, including the Resource Management Act 1991, the Local Government Act and all Auckland Council policies.
Implementation Issues
22. All 2014/2015 projects should have budget allocated to them within the first quarter of the 2014/2015 financial year; to enable commencement and completion between prior to 30th June 2015.
23. Most projects will need eight months or more to be successfully delivered within the 2014/2015 financial year. Projects that have budget allocated to them with less then six months remaining within the current financial year, will be at risk of not being completed by 2014/2015 financial year end. As a result the project completion, as per the agreed delivery programme, may be deferred across into the following 2015/2016 financial year for completion.
24. Longer term projects will result in SLIPs capital funding being carried forward to the 2015/2016 financial year and these projects not being delivered within the 2014/2015 financial year.
25. Budgets from 2014/2015 SLIPs operational expenditure must be fully allocated to projects and expended within the 2014/2015 financial year.
26. The ability to spend/deliver outcomes is dependent on the availability of experienced staff or consultant project management resource.
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SLIPs Proposal Forms for August 2014 |
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SLIPs Project Schedule final for August 2014 |
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Signatories
Authors |
Janine Field - SLIPS Project Portfolio Leader |
Authorisers |
Ian Maxwell - Manager Parks, Sports & Recreation Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
Waiheke Local Board 28 August 2014 |
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Auckland Transport Local Board Engagement Plan
File No.: CP2014/18069
Purpose
1. The purpose of the report is to outline the Local Board Engagement Plan developed by Auckland Transport based on feedback from local boards.
Executive summary
2. The document outlines the principles and operational guidelines for the working relationship between Auckland Transport and local boards.
That the Waiheke Local Board: a) Receives the report.
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Comments
Local Board Engagement Plan
3. Auckland Transport has finalised the main elements of the Local Board Engagement Plan. This documents how AT will engage with each local board. The standard approach will apply unless specific requests for changes have been made.
4. The Plan comprises several elements:
· The substantive document – This sets out the principles which underlie the way in which AT seeks to work with local boards.
· Annex 1 – Three-year Work Programme: This is consistent with the 2013 programme and will be finalized with the 2014/2015 Annual Plan.
· Annex 2 – Advocacy Initiatives: This lists the local board’s advocacy initiatives. It will be produced when the LBs’ have finalised their new advocacy initiatives through the Local Board Plan process.
· Annex 3 – Engagement Process Guidelines: This document has been individualised for each local board from their input over the last few months. It sets out specific processes applying to engagement on a wide range of AT initiatives. This Annex can be adapted at local board request to meet their own internal processes (for example, one local board may have delegated the provision of feedback on an initiative to their Transport Portfolio Lead, where another local board may require a workshop to discuss a similar initiative). Alternatively, AT may seek to adjust its form of engagement for specific circumstances differently to that in the enclosed schedule. In either case AT will discuss the concerns with the local board and seek to find an agreed way forward.
5. This new approach will take a little while for both local boards and AT departments to work. AT welcomes feedback as to any difficulties that arise and how this process could be improved.
Consideration
Local board views and implications
6. The Board’s views were incorporated during consultation on the draft Local Board Engagement Plan.
Maori impact statement
7. Mana whenua and Mana waka are consulted on Auckland Transport’s capital programme and proposed changes to policy.
Implementation
8. The Plan will respond to local board feedback during implementation.
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Signatories
Authors |
Roger Wilson – Council Engagement Manager |
Authorisers |
Alan Howard-Smith – Stakeholder Management Manager |
28 August 2014 |
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Auckland Transport Quarterly Update to Local Boards
For the quarter - 1 April to 30 June 2014
File No.: CP2014/18061
Executive summary
1. The purpose of this report is to inform local boards about progress on activities undertaken by Auckland Transport in the three months April – June 2014 and the planned activities anticipated to be undertaken in the three months July – September 2014.
2. Attachments include:
· A – Auckland Transport activities
· B – Travelwise Schools activities
· C – Decisions of the Traffic Control Committee
· D – Report against local board advocacy issues
· E – Report on the status of the local board’s projects under the Local Board Transport Capital Fund (LBTCF).
That the Waiheke Local Board: a) Receives the Auckland Transport Quarterly Report. |
Comments
Significant activities during the period under review
Key Agency Initiatives
SMART (South Western Multimodal Airport Rapid Transit) Project
3. Investigation into protecting a rail (rapid transit) corridor from Onehunga to the Auckland airport then connecting back to the main trunk line at Puhinui forming a rail loop.
4. As part of planning for the future public transport network, Auckland Transport has been in discussion with Auckland Airport about making provision for a potential rapid transit corridor in its master plan. Rail has been identified as the best long term public transport option for improving transport in Auckland’s airport and south western area. Auckland Airport has allowed for a rail corridor and station at the terminal as part of its latest master plan. There are no confirmed alignments for rapid transit links outside the airport property yet and further work is required to confirm this and the timing of any construction. The project is currently in the development phase and public consultation will be carried out when there is more certainty on feasible alignments and station locations.
East West Link
5. The primary objective of the project is to provide an improved freight connection between SH20/Onehunga and the Southdown (MetroPort) and adjoining SH1 inland port. It is expected that there will be growth of freight transport via this corridor. Safety, amenity and service upgrades will also be considered. At the moment, At is investigating what can be provided within the current road reserve; however, some land purchase may be required.
6. The project team has started the process for procurement of a professional services contract for the production of the Detailed Business Case in 2014/2015, subject to approval of funding. The contract will be led by the Transport Agency, as principal. Indicatively, the construction is scheduled to start by 2016/2017 with forecast completion by 2019/2020.
PT Development
City Rail Link
7. The CRL is a 3.5km double track underground electrified rail line running under Auckland City centre from Britomart Station to the Western Line near the existing Mt Eden Station. Britomart would become a through station and provide for 3 intermediate stations in the Aotea, Karangahape Road and Newton areas. Following AT confirmation of the designated route recommended by the Independent Planning Commission, appeals were received from 6 parties and the Project Team is currently working with those appellants to work through matters raised.
Distributed Stabling – Detailed Design
8. The project entails the development of out stabling facilities which support rail services throughout the region. These facilities are located in the South, CBD and West and comprise facilities for overnight stabling of trains and staff facilities. Installation of Transdev staff facilities at The Strand will be completed over the next 4 months.
Electrification Safety Works
9. This project will identify and address safety risks arising from the introduction of overhead electrified traction infrastructure to the Auckland rail network. The scope of work includes implementation of recommendations from a series of risk reviews into public trespass/climbability risk at stations, investigation into possible platform-train interface and trip hazard issues between new EMUs and existing platforms. Fencing additions have been completed. Anti-climb roller barriers are to be installed by the end of July.
Newmarket Crossing
10. Upgrade a level crossing in Newmarket that constrains train movements into/out of Newmarket Station and inhibits planned increases in timetable frequencies. The preferred option has now been selected as the Cowie Street Linkway to Laxon Terrace. Community group meetings commenced late February 2014, with the next meeting scheduled for early August 2014. The design tender has been awarded and concept design is underway.
Upgrade Downtown Ferry Terminals
11. The waiting area on pier 2 is now complete and handed over.
12. The design for the new Pier 4 Pontoon has been completed and scoping and initiation works are under development in coordination with the Harbour Edge Programme.
PT Operations
Highlights for the quarter (April-June 2014)
13. Total patronage achieved a record 72.4 million annual passenger trips to end June 2014, with a +5.6% growth.
14. Rail patronage achieved a record 11.4 million annual passenger trips to end June 2014, with a +13.9% growth.
15. The Northern Express rapid transit Northern Busway bus service achieved a record 2.4 million annual passenger trips to end June 2014, with a +6.5% growth.
16. Other bus services achieved a record 53.4 million annual passenger trips to end June 2014, with a +4.2% growth.
17. Ferry services for the year to end June 2014 carried 5.1 million annual passenger trips, with an annual growth of +3.1%.
18. An Auckland milestone was achieved on Monday 28 April at 05:46 from Onehunga with the first new electric train (EMU) operating a revenue service between Onehunga and Britomart.
19. Green Bay / Titirangi New Bus Network Review and public consultation has been completed and the new service will be implemented in August.
20. Wi-Fi on the PT network is now available at rail and busway stations and some ferry wharves.
21. AT HOP integrated ticketing rollout has been completed across all bus, rail and ferry services.
22. 50 AT HOP retailers are available across Auckland, with 10 Customer Service Centres.
23. The AT HOP Day Pass was implemented on 1st July 2014 and offers travel for $16 across two zones, A and B, or $22 across three zones, A, B and C across rail, bus and inner harbour ferries. The pass can be loaded on to an AT HOP card at AT Customer Service Centres, AT HOP ticket machines, ticket offices and AT HOP retailers. The paper-based Discovery Day Pass is to be withdrawn at the end July.
Future outlook
24. The business case for integrated fares under a 5 concentric ring zonal model, including product and pricing scenarios, is progressing through to final recommendation.
25. The bus Public Transport Operating Model (PTOM) new draft contract has been finalised and will be distributed to incumbent bus operators for feedback in July. The bus PTOM Procurement strategy has been completed and NZTA approval will be sought in August. The target is to tender the new South Auckland bus network in September, with a target go-live for services in the third quarter of 2015.
26. Work continues on developing the new PT journey planner. This will deliver a step-change in the customer experience through improved functionality, putting more power in the hands of the customer.
27. The revenue service progressive launch of new electric trains on to the Eastern Line is anticipated in August.
28. Planning is also underway for the delivery of the trial to equip Transdev Ticket Inspectors with personal CCTV cameras and the ability to issue Trespass Notices to those repeatedly travelling without a valid ticket.
Key Deliverables
29. Focus continues on the eight key strategic priorities on the rolling three-year business growth plan for Auckland public transport of:
· Integrated ticketing and fares;
· Procurement and regulatory reform (PTOM – Public Transport Operating Model);
· Rail electrification;
· Ferry improvements;
· New connected Network;
· On-time performance;
· First and Final Leg; and
· Customer experience.
Road Design and Development
Glen Innes to Tamaki Drive Scheme Cycle Way
30. Provision of an off road cycle highway from Glen Innes Rail Station to Tamaki Drive.
31. This project is being delivered jointly with NZTA. Route options have been selected and the process of refining these (considering constructability issues) is underway.
Tamaki Drive Corridor upgrade
32. This project will consider Tamaki Drive from Quay Street through to St Heliers and will be looking at present and future land uses and how they impact on the function of the road, future traffic growth (improving traffic flows) and the provision of improved public transport. Initial assessment of Ngapipi Bridge and benchmarking of modal use is underway.
Quay Street - Seawall Seismic Upgrade
33. This project deals with the proposed upgrade to Quay Street to give effect to the aspirations of the City Centre Master Plan for the severance between sea and city to be minimised and to provide priority to pedestrians and cyclists over other travel modes. Further objectives are to improve the interface between the public transport facilities that are concentrated in the Lower Queen Street area. The project also deals with associated enabling works that include the seismic upgrade of the Quay Street seawall.
34. Two primary solution methodologies have been identified and reviewed. The procurement strategy is being prepared and this will assess Early Contractor Involvement and Design & Construct with a recommendation for a preferred option for AT Board approval.
Waterview Cycle Way connection
35. The Waterview Walking and Cycling project is required as a condition of the decision of the Waterview Connection SH20-16 Motorway Board of Inquiry decision to mitigate adverse social effects resulting from the loss of open space and reserves. The condition requires the provision of the shared path between and including the proposed Alford Street Bridge and the proposed Soljak Place Bridge, a length of approximately 3.4km. The new facility will provide a missing link in the existing Auckland Regional Cycle Network. AT is required to prepare a design sufficient to submit as part of the Notice of Requirement and Resource Consent documentation and obtain the necessary land owner and statutory approvals for the shared path. The land purchase process will be managed by AT. The preferred route option has been identified, although some negotiations are still underway with some landowners. Public consultation is planned for 23 and 24 July.
Community Transport
School Transport Programme and Road Safety Education
36. The number of schools signed onto the Travelwise Programme has now reached 401.
37. The Mayoral Travelwise celebration and the Walking School Bus Megastar event were undertaken in June to congratulate the schools and volunteers for their hard work and results achieved.
38. Key activities that were undertaken with the schools included Road Safety Week activities, Safety at the School Gate parking enforcement, speed enforcement campaigns undertaken with the NZ Police, cycle training, scooter training, school leadership programme for intermediate and high school students and school curriculum transport related activities targeted at road safety and school travel options.
39. Walking School Buses now number 387 in the region with a continued programme of recruitment and recognition for the volunteers who accompany the buses.
40. Demand for cycle training is still strong from schools and greater partnerships with the NZ Police, Sports Trusts and Bike NZ have been developed to deliver cycle training and cycle safety.
41. The following regional road safety education campaigns are being delivered over the coming six months:
· Local speed campaign – focused at all road users;
· Sober Driver campaign – focused at Sports Clubs and bars;
· Cycle safety- winter campaign focused on be bright be seen; and
· Back to school speed campaign - focused on targeting drivers speed around schools.
Travel Planning and Cycle and Walking
42. Commute travel planning packages and personal journey plans are being delivered across the region targeting business, communities, business associations and tertiary institutions.
43. The development of the Auckland Cycle network continues with priority being placed on working with the NZTA on Grafton Gully and Waterview, working with Local Board Greenway proposals, Beach Road, Great South Road, Puhinui Road and the New Zealand Cycle Trail network expansion programme of the Airport to City route.
Road Corridor Access
Corridor Access Request Applications
44. 1,207 CAR applications were approved in June, with 82% processed within 5 working days and 94% processed within 15 working days of lodgement.
45. In the last 3 months to the end of June 2014 there have been 3,801 CAR applications approved to carry out work on the road network.
Ultra-Fast Broadband Rollout
46. The Year 3 (2013/2014) build has now been completed and the cabinets passed to Crown Fibre Holdings. There is still some outstanding reinstatement work associated with the Year 3 build which will be completed over the next few months.
47. The Year 4 (2014/1205) build has commenced with CAR applications approved for 64 of the Year 4 cabinet areas with 28 of these already under construction.
48. The Year 4 build comprises 451 cabinet areas of which at least 25% will have some overhead deployment utilising existing power poles.
Watercare Hunua 4 Bulk Watermain
49. Watercare currently has three crews working at Tidal Road, Pah Road and Mountain Road in Mangere Bridge. A fourth crew will be commencing work shortly in Victoria Street in Onehunga between Neilson Street and Church Street.
50. The work on Tidal Road will be finishing shortly and will then progress into Massey Road where it will proceed westwards until it reaches George Bolt Memorial Drive. The work on Massey Road will require road closures and will be restricted to mid-block with full reinstatement required before a move to the next block. There has been extensive consultation with PT, the Heavy Haulage Association and other key stakeholders to lessen the impact of these closures.
Overweight Permits
51. 179 overweight permit applications were approved in June 2014. Of these, 168 (94%) were processed within the target timeframes of 3 days for single trip, multi travel and continuous renewal permits and 5 working days for continuous and area permits.
52. In the last 3 months to the end of June there have been 532 overweight permit applications approved for travel on the AT road network.
Road Corridor Maintenance
North
53. The remaining pavement renewal projects on Okura River Road and Ngarahana Road have been completed.
54. The first section of the seal extension project on Matakana Valley Road has been completed.
55. The remediation work on the Victoria Road retaining wall is now complete.
56. Bridge renewal work has been completed on Hiki Culvert, Remiger Bridge, Rangitopuni Bridge and Rosemount Bridge.
57. The three new road maintenance contracts for the northern area commenced on 1 July 2014. The respective contractors are Downer New Zealand (Rural North), Fulton Hogan Limited (Urban East) and Transfield Services Limited (Urban West).
Central
58. The clean-up work on Great Barrier Island following the storm on 10 June 2014 will continue through the winter months as further loose material is washed down onto roads. At this stage it is estimated that the total cost of the remedial work will be in excess of $6 million.
59. The pavement renewal projects on Carlton Gore Road, Aranui Road and Elstree Avenue were completed in June.
60. 35.7 km of AC resurfacing and 33.3 km of chipsealing were completed this year.
West
61. 15.1 km of AC resurfacing and 38.6 km of chipsealing were completed this year. Projects were added to the programme in the last quarter.
62. 6.0 km of pavement renewals were completed with projects completed on Great North Road, Portage Road, Margan Avenue, Kinross Street, Birdwood Road, Henderson Valley Road, Nikau Street, View Road, Kervil Avenue, Rimu Street (2), West Coast Road and at the Great North Road/Titirangi Road intersection.
63. Retaining walls have been constructed at a number of sites including Titirangi Road, Titirangi Beach Road (3), Candia Road, Laingholm Drive, Crows Road, Sunnyvale Road, South Titirangi Road and Bethells Road.
64. Physical work has commenced on the major slip repair at 597 South Titirangi Road. It is expected that work will be finished by early September.
65. 17.6 km of footpaths were either resurfaced or replaced this financial year.
South
66. The remaining pavement renewal project on Waiuku Road has been completed.
67. The investigation and design for the pavement renewal projects in the 2014/15 programme are underway so as to enable an early start to construction in the upcoming summer months.
68. There has been 24.7 km of AC resurfacing and 170.1 km of chipsealing completed this year. The AC resurfacing programme was increased in length from 21.5 km to 24.7 km in the last quarter.
69. 36.8 km of footpaths were either resurfaced or replaced this year.
70. 17.7 km of pavement renewals were completed this year with projects completed on Te Irirangi Drive (2 sections), Great South Road (5 sections), Ti Rakau Drive (2 sections), Prince Regent Drive, Cook Street (Howick), Princes Street (Otahuhu), Massey Road, Carruth Rd (Papatoetoe), Great South Road (4 sections), Mahia Road, Roscommon Road, Hill Road, Sheehan Avenue, Hunua Road (2 sections), Whitford-Maraetai Road, Takinini-Clevedon Road, Ponga Road, Ararimu Road, Pukeoware Road, Costello Road, Edinburgh Street/Massey Avenue roundabout (Pukekohe), King Street/West Street roundabout (Pukekohe), East Street (Pukekohe), Queen Street (Pukekohe), Sommerville Road, Rogers Road, Ostrich Farm Road, Stan Wright Road and Waiuku Road.
Streetlights
71. New street lights are being installed in conjunction with the undergrounding of overhead power lines at the Mt Smart Road/Mays Road intersection and on Bassett Road in Remuera.
72. There has been 4,237 luminaires and 696 street light poles replaced this year
Road Corridor Operations
Route Optimisation: Investigation and analysis
73. The planned route optimisation for 2013/2014 has been completed including the Central City routes.
74. Changes to the operation of the Traffic Signals have been made to improve performance on the following routes:
Quay Street |
Lower Hobson Street |
Solent Street |
Customs Street |
Lower Hobson Street |
The Strand |
The Strand |
Quay Street |
Alten Road |
Wellesley Street |
Hobson Strret |
Grafton Road |
Albert Street |
Quay Street |
Wellesley Street |
Queen Street |
Quay Street |
Newton Road |
Wellington/Union Streets |
Karangahape Road |
Franklin Road |
Mayoral Drive/Cook Street |
Wellesley Street West |
Wellseley Street East |
Nelson Street |
SH1 |
Fanshawe Street |
Hobson Street |
Quay Street |
SH1 |
Karangahape Road |
Ponsonby Road |
Grafton Road |
Symonds Street |
Mt Eden Road |
Customs Street |
Grafton Road |
Khyber Pass Road |
Symonds Street |
Victoria Street |
Hobson Street |
Stanley Street |
Fanshawe Street |
Hobson Street |
Beaumont Street |
Higbrook Drive |
SH1 |
Te Irirangi Drive |
Jervois Road |
Wharf Street |
Beaumont Street |
Ponsonby Rd |
Khyber Pass Road |
College Hill Road |
Rosebank Road |
Great North Road |
Patiki Road |
Neilson Street |
SH20 |
Church Street |
75. The effect of these changes is being monitored and there has already been positive feedback. Reports are being completed to summarise the work, analysis and results.
76. Physical Works Programme (other routes across the region:
· 24 projects are at the scheme design stage
· 4 projects are at the detailed design stage
· 8 construction projects are in progress.
Network Safety & Operations Improvement Programme
Safety Around Schools Programme (part of the region wide School Travel Planning process)
77. The 2013/2014 Safety engineering programme of $8,482,695 delivered 86 projects across 25 schools including:
· 15 projects completed in the Central area;
· 50 projects completed in the South area;
· 5 projects completed in the North area;
· 16 projects completed in the West area; and
· 2014/15 Safety engineering programme developed for 20 schools.
Minor Safety Improvements Programme
78. 98% of the 2013/2014 Minor Safety Improvements Programme has been completed with 2% still in construction or procurement.
Regional Safety Programme
79. 75% of the 2013/2014 Regional Safety Programme is completed with 25% of projects still in construction for completion in 2014/2015
Urban Kiwi RAP and Red Light Camera Programmes
Urban Risk Mapping
80. The Urban KiwiRAP star-rating contract awarded in late June. The contractor is anticipating start up in August pending work visa approval. A procurement plan is being prepared to engage a Project Manager.
Red Light Cameras
81. Roll out of five additional Auckland RLC sites is planned. Site selection review by key stakeholders is taking place in July with procurement processes underway for installation of sites using existing technology. No further sites are being considered until finalisation of new technology by NZ Police later this year.
Parking and Enforcement
Fanshawe Street Bus Lane
82. Enforcement of the new bus lane on Fanshawe Street was implemented. The warnings period was extended to four weeks due to the high volumes of traffic. A week’s stand-down followed before live enforcement commenced. To date there has been very good compliance, with 130 infringements being issued since live launch on 4 June. This represents an average of just 14 enforcements per day across all enforcement zones on Fanshawe Street. This can be compared to Onewa Rd which has been live for several years and where there are 20 enforcements per day on average.
Kingsland Paid Parking Zone
83. Consultation was carried out in December 2013 on changes to the parking in the Kingsland town centre. The purpose of the changes was to improve the parking availability and give customers flexibility on their length of stay. Currently there are mostly 60 minute time restrictions in Kingsland and parking is near capacity during the middle of the day, evenings and weekends. The project proposes using pay and display parking with no time limits, a 10 minute grace period and demand responsive pricing. Prices will be set to achieve a target occupancy range of 70-90% at peak times. There was over 50% support for the proposal and the Kingsland Business Association supports the proposal. The parking changes will go live on 14 July and there will be advisory signs in Kingsland for two weeks prior.
Newmarket Paid Parking Zone
84. Consultation was carried out in December 2013 on changes to the parking in the Newmarket. The purpose of the changes was to improve the parking availability and give customers flexibility on their length of stay. Currently there is a wide range of parking restrictions in Newmarket which create confusion for customers. Parking is near capacity on certain streets which creates increased levels of congestion as cars circle to find parking. The project proposes using pay and display parking with no time limits, a 10 minute grace period and demand responsive pricing. Prices will be set to achieve a target occupancy range of 70-90% at peak times. Most streets in Newmarket already have pay and display; however, some streets will be converted from time restrictions to pay and display. There was over 50% support for the proposal and the Newmarket Business Association supports the proposal. The parking changes will go live in early August.
Auckland Parking Discussion Document
85. The parking discussion document was released in May 2014. The document provides commentary on key parking challenges and invites the public to send feedback and ideas on how we manage parking into the future. We’ve made suggestions on how AT might approach various parking challenges and asked the public what they think on themes such as removal of parking on arterial roads, management of parking within the city centre and other town centres, and extension of park and rides. The document has attracted a lot of media attention and over 350 submissions have been received so far. Consultation closes on 31 July 2014.
No. |
Title |
Page |
aView |
Auckland Transport activities |
183 |
bView |
Travelwise School Activities |
197 |
cView |
Decisions of the Traffic Control Committee |
199 |
dView |
Report against local board advocacy issues |
201 |
eView |
Report on the status of the local board's projects under the Local Board Transport Capital Fund (LBTCF) |
205 |
Signatories
Authors |
Carmen Fernandes - Democracy Advisor |
Authorisers |
Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
28 August 2014 |
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Onetangi Sports Park pavilion improvements
File No.: CP2014/18000
Purpose
1. To seek approval for planned improvements to the sports pavilion building at Rangihoua/ Onetangi Sports Park.
Executive summary
2. The 2013/2014 Waiheke Local Board agreement has a key initiative of ‘advancing the development of an extension to the Onetangi Sports Park pavilion. The budget allocation is $295,659 in 2014/ 2015 (FY15) and $434,002 in 2015/2016 (FY16).
3. At their January 2014 meeting the Waiheke Local Board requested the design and costing of extension and improvement work at the pavilion.
4. The board also requested officers explore opportunities for sports stakeholders and the community to have involvement in the final brief, design and delivery of the project. The Waiheke football and rugby clubs have both been heavily involved in the brief and design of the project and they support the final design specifications. Both clubs have identified opportunities to reduce project costs through the support and assistance of members in providing goods and services at a reduced rate.
5. This report includes the design of the building extension and the cost of each of the improvements. It recommends phasing the work over FY15 and FY16, with the high priority elements being completed in FY15.
That the Waiheke Local Board: a) Approves the following high priority work for completion in 2014/2015, to be funded from the 2014/2015 Onetangi Sports Park pavilion upgrade budget of $295,659: i. extend the football clubrooms to form indoor hosting/ viewing area at a cost of $230,200 ii. removal and re-siting of both water tanks at a cost of$25,000. iii. install outdoor picnic tables for 50 people towards each end of the building at a cost of $20,000; iv. provide lockers outside changing rooms for visiting teams’ bags at a cost of $5,000; b) Approves the following medium priority work for completion in 2015/2016 to be funded from the 2015/2016 Onetangi Sports Park pavilion upgrade budget of $434,002 i. extend existing storage area at southern end of building to become ground floor clubrooms for the rugby club at a cost of $190,000; ii. provide infrastructure/space for a professional food concession at the cost of $2,000, for renovation of the existing tuck-shop; iii. provide one cubicle shower in each changing room at a cost of $10,000; c) Encourages the football and rugby clubs to work with businesses interested in tendering for the work to identify potential savings through the supply of goods and services at reduced cost and the supply of volunteer labour where appropriate. |
Comments
6. The Onetangi Sports Park opened in 2000. It has three sports pitches and a pavilion building which has two changing rooms, toilets, storage for contractors and a shared ‘clubrooms’ upstairs.
7. The park has proved to be popular with Waiheke Rugby Club and Waiheke Football Club, which both have extremely healthy membership, particularly in their junior and youth teams.
8. The upstairs clubrooms were primarily used by the rugby club. The football club did not use the clubrooms at the park.
9. In 2011 the rugby club and the football club approached the Waiheke Local Board to request a full time lease over their own ‘clubroom’ areas within the pavilion at Onetangi Sports Park. In 2012, a lease for the upstairs area was awarded to the rugby club and the football club was awarded a lease over the former City Parks depot on the ground floor at the northern end of the building.
10. Whilst the clubrooms upstairs met most of the rugby club’s requirements, being purpose designed, the football club area, though usable, requires work to bring it to the appropriate standard. Since 2012, the football club and the council have been discussing plans to improve their lease area.
11. The 2013/2014 Waiheke Local Board agreement has a key initiative of ‘advancing the development of an extension to the Onetangi Sports Park pavilion’. Community consultation in December 2013 identified improvements to the pavilion which would increase the number of people using Onetangi Sports Park.
12. At its 30 January 2014 meeting, the Waiheke Local Board resolved as follows:
“a) Accepts in principal that the brief for the Onetangi Sports Park pavilion extension should include the following high priority and medium priority improvements:
· extend the football clubrooms to form
· indoor hosting/ viewing area;
· install outdoor picnic tables/seating areas for 50 people towards each end
· of the building and scope the cost of shade for one of them;
· provide lockers outside changing rooms for visiting teams’ bags;
· extend existing storage area at southern end of building;
· provide one cubicle shower in each changing room;
· provide infrastructure/ space for a professional food concession;
b) Approves the allocation of up to $15,000 from the Onetangi Sports Park pavilion extension capex budget to enable commencement of detailed design once the final brief and costs are complete and approved by the board.
c) In conjunction with the sports park stakeholders, requests officers to explore opportunities for community involvement in the final brief, design and delivery of the project.
d) Requests that the Parks Advisor reports the final proposal together with costs and delivery mechanisms to the 27 February 2014 business meeting.”
13. GHD design have been appointed to act as architects and project manager for the work. GHD worked with staff and club representatives to develop a design for extension of the building which meets the needs of users whilst remaining within budget.
14. See attachment A) – Onetangi Sports Park building – alterations. The cost of the two building extensions are included in attachment B) – Preliminary cost estimate – summary. These figures are quantity surveyors estimates pending the tendering of the work once the project has been approved.
15. The key elements of the proposed design are outlined below:
Improvement |
Issue |
Solution |
Priority/ |
Extend football clubrooms to form indoor hosting/ viewing area |
In poor weather, football supporters/families have to choose between standing in the rain or not watching the match. This is particularly unpleasant for visiting supporters who are away from home for several hours. |
See attachment A) – Onetangi
Sports Park building – alterations. Enable indoor/outdoor flow to outdoor seating area. Remove water tank to enable view of football pitch. |
High priority See attachment B) – Preliminary cost estimate
|
Extend existing storage area at southern end of building to become ground floor clubrooms for rugby club |
In poor weather, rugby supporters/families have to choose between standing in the rain or not watching the match. This is particularly unpleasant for visiting supporters who are away from home for several hours. After the game it is not practical to host and feed visiting kids teams in the clubrooms upstairs. |
See attachment A) – Onetangi
Sports Park building – alterations Enable indoor/outdoor flow to outdoor seating area. Relocate water tank to enable extension of building into space under existing roof. |
Medium priority See attachment B) – Preliminary cost estimate
|
Improvement |
Issue |
Solution |
Priority/ |
Outdoor picnic tables/seating areas for 50 people towards each end of the building |
The reliance on ferry timetables means that visiting teams and supporters are often waiting for extended periods before and after their matches. With no seats, waiting area and a lack of cover this can be uncomfortable.
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Install around five permanent ‘picnic table’ type to seat 50 people outside each end of the building to enable WRC and WUAFC clubs to host teams waiting to return to Matiatia. Seats should have a view of the pitches but not obstruct the view from the indoor area. Area should be free draining and easily maintained. |
High priority |
Provide lockers outside changing rooms for visiting teams bags |
With up to ten visiting teams using each changing room they need somewhere outside the changing room to safely stow their bags. |
Around ten weather-proof containers (like garden storage units) which can each accommodate up to 20 bags
|
High priority |
Provide one cubicle shower in each changing room |
Not everyone is comfortable using communal showers |
This should be secure and lockable and have room to change within cubicle to ensure user safety. Basic standard only with push button shower operation to conserve water |
Medium priority |
Provide infrastructure/ space for professional food concession |
People attending matches, other events and casual visitors like to be able to get a decent coffee and snack food. Visitors are unable to drive to Café’s elsewhere on the island. |
Renovate the existing ‘tuckshop’ space. It should have the necessary power and water supply to serve barista coffee. |
Medium priority |
16. The budget allocation for the Onetangi Sports Park pavilion upgrade is $295,659 in 2014/ 2015 (FY15) and $434,002 in 2015/2016 (FY16). It is recommended that those project elements which were classed as high priority following the development of the design brief are scheduled for completion in FY15. Those which were classed as medium priority are scheduled for completion in FY16.
FY15 – to 30 June 2015 |
FY16 – to 30 June 2016 |
||
Project element |
Cost |
Project element |
Cost |
Extend football clubrooms |
$230,200 |
Extend rugby clubrooms |
$190,00 |
Re-site water tanks |
$25,000 |
Renovate tuckshop |
$2,000 |
Install 10 picnic tables |
$20,000 |
Install two cubicle showers |
$10,000 |
Provide 10 lockers |
$5,000 |
|
|
Total |
$280,200 |
Total |
$202,000 |
Budget |
$295,659 |
Budget |
$434,002 |
Consideration
Local Board Views
17. The Waiheke Local Board has been involved throughout the consultation process. The design has been reviewed by the board’s parks portfolio holders.
Maori Impact Statement
18. The contribution of parks outcomes is of significant importance to tangata whenua, their well -being, values, culture and traditions. Sites of significance to tangata whenua are an important part of their heritage, established through whakapapa.
19. Onetangi Sports Park contains Putiki O Kahu – the maunga within the park which has strong significance to Ngati Paoa.
20. This project affects only the recently built pavilion, which is on land which was heavily modified during the creation of the park in 1999. As the work is basic building extension work with a primarily functional design it is not considered necessary to consult with mana whenua.
Implementation Issues
21. This proposal assumes that if the southern end of the building is developed to become the WRC viewing area, the City Parks tractor will not be stored in the pavilion. This will lead to some extra operational cost as the tractor will have to be driven to the park from Tahi Road each week.
22. In addition the dog agility equipment stored in the southern end of the building will need to be relocated to the room previously used as a first-aid room.
No. |
Title |
Page |
aView |
Attachment A - Onetangi Sports Park pavilion - proposed alterations |
213 |
bView |
Attachment B - preliminary cost estimates |
221 |
Signatories
Authors |
Gary Wilton - Parks Adviser Hauraki Gulf Islands Mark Bowater - Manager Local and Sports Parks Jane Aickin - Manager Local and Sports Parks Central |
Authorisers |
Ian Maxwell - Manager Parks, Sports & Recreation Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
28 August 2014 |
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Central Joint Funding Committee
File No.: CP2014/18305
Purpose
1. To seek the local board’s agreement:
· to re-instate the Central Joint Funding Committee to oversee the relevant legacy community funding schemes
· on the Terms of Reference for the Central Joint Funding Committee
· to nominate a member and an alternate on the Central Joint Funding Committee.
Executive summary
2. The Central Joint Funding Committee was a joint committee established by the seven central local boards with decision-making responsibility for the allocation of grants through the legacy community funding schemes.
3. The Central Joint Funding Committee needs to be operational for the 2014/2015 financial year to administer legacy community funding budgets. This report seeks the board’s approval to re-instate the Central Joint Funding Committee for the 2014/2015 financial year, approval of the Terms of Reference and appointment of a member and an alternate to the Committee. For continuity purpose, it is recommended that members appointed in 2013/2014 be re-appointed to the same role.
4. The establishment of the committee is an interim approach until a region-wide community grants policy is finalised. Formal consultation with local boards on the draft policy is taking place at the current time.
That the Waiheke Local Board: a) Agrees to re-instate the Central Joint Funding Committee for 2014/2015 to administer the legacy funds as per the Terms of Reference. b) Endorses the draft Terms of Reference for the Central Joint Funding Committee. c) Appoints Member xxx and Member xxx as alternate, to the Central Joint Funding Committee for 2014/2015 with appropriate delegated authority to bind the board on decisions relating to the legacy community funding schemes made by the Committee. d) Notes that a region-wide community grants policy is being developed and will in time replace the current interim funding arrangements.
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Comments
5. The Central Joint Funding Committee was a joint committee established by the seven central local boards - Albert-Eden, Great Barrier, Maungakiekie-Tamaki, Orakei, Puketapapa, Waiheke and Waitemata Local Boards. It had decision-making responsibility to allocate grants from the legacy community funding schemes.
6. Local boards continue to have full decision-making authority over their individual Local Boards Discretionary Grants schemes. These schemes were established as part of the interim funding programme, using budgets inherited from legacy community board funding schemes.
7. Existing funding arrangements and grants schemes were rolled over for the 2014/2015 financial year (Resolution REG/2014/36). This means that, as per previous years, legacy community funding budgets are allocated to sub-regional joint funding committees of local boards, and that the Central Joint Funding Committee needs to be operational for the 2014/2015 financial year.
8. Officers recommend that the board re-instates the Central Joint Funding Committee for the 2014/2015 financial year, approves the Terms of Reference presented in Attachment A and appoints a member and an alternate to the Committee. For continuity purpose, it is recommended that members appointed in 2013/2014 be re-appointed to the same role.
9. The 2014/2015 legacy community funding schemes are detailed below. For the purposes of administering the funding, it is recommended that the legacy schemes be allocated in the same way than in previous years, as follows:
Fund |
Allocation |
Auckland City Natural Heritage Fund $50,000 |
$40,000 for Great Barrier Island Local Board $10,000 for Waiheke Island Local Board For Hauraki Gulf Island projects only and noting that the funding split is based on historical allocation |
Auckland City Cultural Heritage Fund $50,000 |
Five isthmus local boards to administer jointly
|
Community Group Accommodation Support Fund $700,000 |
$5,000 to Great Barrier Island Local Board $20,000 to Waiheke Island Local Board Remainder ($675,000) administered jointly by the five isthmus local boards |
Community Group Assistance Fund $435,000 |
$15,000 to Waiheke Island Local Board Remainder ($420,000) administered jointly by the five isthmus local boards |
10. Auckland Council has drafted a new community grants policy aimed at making the granting process fairer and simpler for those applying for community grants. Proposals include:
· New local grants programmes, including grants to groups covering more than one local board area
· Six regional grant programmes.
11. Public consultation opened on 14 July and closed on 11 August 2014. Following cluster workshops held earlier this year, local boards have been invited to provide their views on the draft policy during workshops held in July and August 2014. It is anticipated that the policy will be presented to the governing body for final adoption in October 2014.
12. Once adopted, one option is that as part of the interim implementation arrangements, the Central Joint Funding Committee remains operational for the year 2015/2016 to administer joint / multi-boards funding. A report will be brought to each local board in due time for decision.
Consideration
Local board views and implications
13. The legacy funding schemes are a key way for local boards to support their communities.
Maori impact statement
14. The legacy community funding schemes are of general interest to communities and accessible to a wide range of groups, including Māori. No particular implications for the Māori community or Māori stakeholders have been identified as arising from this report.
General
15. The recommendations contained in this report fall within the local board’s delegated authority.
Implementation
16. Funding applications will be called during two rounds only for the legacy community funding schemes, as follows:
· Community Group Assistance Fund, Community Group Accommodation Support:
i. Round one opened in June 2014 and closed on 7 July 2014 with decisions in September 2014
ii. Round two will open on 1 February 2015 and close on 15 March 2015 2013 (Community Group Assistance Fund only) for decisions in April 2014.
· Auckland City Cultural Heritage, and Auckland City Natural Heritage:
i. Round one opened on 17 July and will close on 22 August 2014 with decisions in October-November 2014.
ii. Round two will close on 13 March 2015 with decisions in May-June 2015.
17. The Central Joint Funding Committee will hold a workshop and a meeting to consider procedural matters including but not limited to:
i. electing a Chair and Deputy Chair;
ii. adopting the Terms of Reference (attached); and
iii. considering the applications received.
No. |
Title |
Page |
aView |
Draft terms of reference |
231 |
Signatories
Authors |
Carmen Fernandes - Democracy Advisor |
Authorisers |
Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
28 August 2014 |
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Chairperson's Report for July 2014
File No.: CP2014/17982
Executive Summary
1. Providing the Chairperson with an opportunity to update the local board on the projects and issues he has been involved with since the last meeting.
a) That the Waiheke Local Board receives the Chairman’s verbal report. |
Paul Walden,
Chairman,
Waiheke Local Board, Auckland Council
There are no attachments for this report.
Signatories
Authors |
Carmen Fernandes - Democracy Advisor |
Authorisers |
Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
Waiheke Local Board 28 August 2014 |
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File No.: CP2014/17983
Executive Summary
1. Providing Board members with an opportunity to update the local board on the projects and issues they have been involved with since the last meeting.
a) That the Waiheke Local Board receives the Waiheke Local Board members’ written and verbal reports. |
No. |
Title |
Page |
aView |
Deputy Chairperson Shirin Brown's Report |
237 |
Signatories
Authors |
Carmen Fernandes - Democracy Advisor |
Authorisers |
Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
28 August 2014 |
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File No.: CP2014/17984
Executive Summary
1. Attached is a list of resource consents applications received from 14 July 2014 to 15 August 2014 related to Waiheke Island.
That the Waiheke Local Board: a) Receives the list of resource consents lodged during 14 July 2014 to 15 August 2014 related to Waiheke Island.
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No. |
Title |
Page |
aView |
List of resource consents from from 1 July to 15 August 2014. |
241 |
Signatories
Authors |
Carmen Fernandes - Democracy Advisor |
Authorisers |
Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
28 August 2014 |
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File No.: CP2014/17985
Executive Summary
1. Providing a list of reports requested and pending for the Waiheke Local Board for business meetings.
a) That the Waiheke Local Board receives the report.
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No. |
Title |
Page |
aView |
List of reports requested/pending |
247 |
Signatories
Authors |
Carmen Fernandes - Democracy Advisor |
Authorisers |
Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
28 August 2014 |
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Waiheke Local Board workshop record of proceedings
File No.: CP2014/17996
Executive Summary
1. Attached are copies of the record of proceedings of the Waiheke Local Board workshops held on 1 August and 15 August 2014.
That the Waiheke Local Board a) Receives the record of proceedings of the Waiheke Local Board
workshops held on |
No. |
Title |
Page |
aView |
Workshop record of proceedings - 1 August 2014 |
251 |
bView |
Workshop record of proceedings - 15 August 2014 |
253 |
Signatories
Authors |
Carmen Fernandes - Democracy Advisor |
Authorisers |
Judith Webster - Relationship Manager |
Waiheke Local Board 28 August 2014 |
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