Waitematā Local Board
OPEN MINUTES
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Minutes of a meeting of the Waitematā Local Board held at the Waitematā Local Board Office, Ground Floor, 52 Swanson Street, Auckland on Tuesday, 12 December 2017 at 2:00pm.
Chairperson |
Pippa Coom |
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Deputy Chairperson |
Shale Chambers |
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Members |
Adriana Avendano Christie |
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Richard Northey, ONZM |
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Vernon Tava |
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Rob Thomas |
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Waitematā Local Board 12 December 2017 |
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1 Welcome
2 Apologies
3 Declaration of Interest
There were no declarations of interest.
4 Confirmation of Minutes
Resolution number WTM/2017/231 MOVED by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers, seconded by Chairperson P Coom: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) confirm the ordinary minutes of its meeting, held on Tuesday, 21 November 2017 as a true and correct record.
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5 Leave of Absence
There were no leaves of absence.
6 Acknowledgements
There were no acknowledgements.
7 Petitions
8 Deputations
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Resolution number WTM/2017/232 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Member A Avendano Christie: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) thank Tineke Sutton for her attendance and presentation about a lease application for Oma Rapeti early childhood centre.
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Item 8.1 was heard after Item 14.
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Resolution number WTM/2017/233 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Member R Thomas: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) thank Mark Knoff-Thomas for his attendance and presentation on behalf of the Newmarket Business Association about flag designs for Station Square.
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Deputation: Anita Potgieter and Tim Fitzsimmons - Wynyard Quarter Transport Management Association |
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8.4 |
Deputation: Brigitte Sistig - Grey Lynn 2030 Transition Community Trust |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/234 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Member A Avendano Christie: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) thank Brigitte Sistig for her attendance and presentation on behalf of the Grey Lynn 2030 Transition Community Trust about their current Trash to Trade project and future developments.
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a Grey Lynn 2030 Postcard b Trash to Trade Competition information |
9 Public Forum
9.1 |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/235 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Member R Thomas: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) thank Luke Nuie and Tom Nicholson for their attendance and presentation on behalf of the Parnell Community Committee about parking plans.
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a Speaking notes |
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Public Forum: Conrad Young, William Waite, David Pendegrast - Resident Parking in Parnell |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/236 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Member V Tava: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) thank William Waite for his attendance and presentation about resident parking in Parnell.
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a Petition |
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Public Forum: Keith Maddison and Jennifer Ward - Ponsonby Park CLE Group |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/237 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) thank Jennifer Ward for her attendance and presentation on behalf of the Ponsonby Park CLE Group about a Long-term Plan submission. |
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a Submission |
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Public Forum: Rana Summers and Margaret Antunovich - Auckland Central Citizens Advice Bureau |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/238 MOVED by Member R Northey, seconded by Chairperson P Coom: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) thank Rana Summers and Margaret Antunovich for their attendance and presentation about the Auckland Central and Grey Lynn Citizens Advice Bureau. |
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a CAB Statistics |
10 Extraordinary Business
There was no extraordinary business.
11 Notices of Motion
Under Standing Order 2.5.1 (LBS 3.11.1) or Standing Order 1.9.1 (LBS 3.10.17) (revoke or alter a previous resolution) a Notice of Motion has been received from Member Richard Northey for consideration under item 12.
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Notice of Motion - Member Richard Northey - Council Property being used to film tobacco advertisements |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/239 MOVED by Member R Northey, seconded by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) strongly advocate to the Governing Body that Auckland Council’s Smokefree Policy be reviewed to include the adoption of a policy to ban the filming or making of commercials or promotions relating to tobacco products or companies on Council or Council Controlled Organisation property. b) request ATEED and Screen Auckland to provide advice and options on how appropriate restrictions can be put in place for the filming or making of commercials and promotions in relation to tobacco and other hazardous productions or activities such as through the development of a Filming Policy. c) endorse the strong opposition expressed by its Events Portfolio holders to the application by multinational tobacco company Phillip Morris International to film on the Lightpath on the night of 13 December 2017 d) express its support for the decision by Screen Auckland, Auckland Transport and NZTA for stopping the tobacco promotion from going ahead.
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Item 21 was heard after item 12.
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Waitematā and Gulf Ward Councillor, Mike Lee was not in attendance. |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/240 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Member V Tava: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) receive the report Auckland Transport Update – December 2017.
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The meeting adjourned at 4.03pm.
The meeting reconvened at 4.12pm.
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Proposed new commercial lease to Oma Rapeti Limited at 3 Pratt Street, Freeman's Bay |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/241 MOVED by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers, seconded by Chairperson P Coom: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) approve the granting of a new lease to Oma Rapeti Limited at 3 Pratt Street Freeman’s Bay (Part of Lot 7 DP 245) for a period of 10 years commencing 30 September 2021 to be prepared by Panuku Development Auckland Limited for the purpose of operating a child care centre.
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New Community Lease Freeman's Bay Community Centre 52 Hepburn Street Freeman's Bay |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/242 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Member A Avendano Christie: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) grant a lease to Rape Crisis Auckland for the three rooms on the lower floor of the Freeman’s Bay Community Centre 52 Hepburn St Freeman’s Bay subject to; i. iwi consultation and public notification of the intent to grant a new community lease being undertaken before granting a lease. ii. there being no submissions on the proposal to grant the lease with any submissions being further reported to the board. b) approve an initial lease term of five years with a right of renewal of five years. c) approve a rental of one ($1) dollar per annum plus GST. d) approve a maintenance charge of $887.50 plus GST per annum. e) approve all other terms and conditions as per the Community Occupancy Guidelines 2012. f) approve the execution of a deed of surrender of the lease to The Auckland Adult Literacy Scheme Incorporated dated 17 August 2012. g) Request officers to work with Charlotte Museum Trust to identify an appropriate location in the central Auckland area. |
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Approval of the Wynyard Quarter neighbourhood park concept design |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/243 MOVED by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers, seconded by Member A Avendano Christie: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) approve the Wynyard Quarter neighbourhood park concept design 21 November 2017 (Attachment A to the agenda report) subject to further consultation on the gateway feature.
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Locally Driven Initiatives 2017/2018 funding allocation for minor discretionary capital projects |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/244 MOVED by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers, seconded by Chairperson P Coom: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) allocate 2017/2018 parks improvement projects LDI funding of $9,500 to Domain Signage - improve connectivity between the Domain and Parnell Rail Station. b) allocate 2017/2018 parks improvement projects LDI funding of up to $15,000 to Grey Lynn Park - monkey bars. c) allocate 2017/2018 parks improvement projects LDI funding of up to $7,000 to Grey Lynn Park - pump track surround improvements. d) allocate 2017/2018 parks improvement projects LDI funding of up to $3,000 to 254 Ponsonby Road - notice board signage. e) allocate 2017/2018 parks improvement projects LDI funding of up $10,000 to 70-74 Wellington Street, Freemans Bay - park improvements. f) allocate 2017/2018 parks improvement projects LDI funding of $3,800 to Auckland Women's Centre - new signage. g) allocate 2017/2018 parks improvement projects LDI funding of $7,500 to Kelmarna Community Gardens - redevelop entrance way. h) allocate 2017/2018 parks improvement projects LDI funding of $7,800 to Pollinator pathways – educational signage, artwork and new boxed garden beds. i) agree to delegate to the Parks Portfolio holders to approve project scope and budget variations to the approved parks improvement projects.
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Auckland Council’s Quarterly Performance Report: Waitematā Local Board for quarter one, 1 July - 30 September 2017 |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/245 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Member V Tava: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) receive the performance report for the financial quarter ending 30 September 2017.
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A division was called for, voting on which was as follows:
The motion was declared carried by 6 votes to 0. Resolution number WTM/2017/246 MOVED by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers, seconded by Member R Northey: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) adopt the Standing Orders detailed in Attachment A to the agenda report, entitled “Auckland Council Standing Orders of the Local Board”, in replacement of its current standing orders subject to the following amendments:
i) complete the cover page and 9.4 “Local Board” definition current text with “Waitematā Local Board”.
ii) include after item 9 Governing body input and a Ward Councillor’s report after item 11 in 2.4.2 Order of Business and renumber.
iii) replace the current text in 3.3.3 with:
Electronic attendance is approved at the discretion of the chair.
Where such a request is made, the chief executive must take reasonable steps to enable the member to attend by electronic link. However, Auckland Council has no obligation to make the technology for an electronic link available.
If the member’s request cannot be accommodated, or there is a technological issue with the link, this will not invalidate any acts or proceedings of the local board or its committees.
iv) Replace the current text in 2.5.1 with:
Notices of motion must: a) be in writing signed by the mover b) state the meeting at which it is proposed that the notice of motion be considered c) be delivered to the chief executive or their nominee at least five clear working days before such meeting.
v) delete 2.5.2 and renumber subsequent clauses
vi) Add under 13.1 report of a member (Standing Order 2.4.2).
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Resolution number WTM/2017/247 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) receive the Regional Facilities Auckland first quarter report 2017/2018.
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The meeting adjourned at 5.30pm
The meeting reconvened at 5.33pm
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Resolution number WTM/2017/248 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) agree to hold the following spoken interaction events during the consultation period: i) Have your say (town hall style) meeting, Thursday 8 March from 6.00pm to 8.00pm at Grey Lynn Community Centre ii) Have your say (town hall style) meeting, Thursday 15 March from 6.00pm to 8.00pm at Parnell Jubilee Hall iii) Have your say (hearing style) meeting, Wednesday 21 March from 2.00pm to 5.00pm at the Waitematā Local Board office b) delegate to the following elected members and staff the power and responsibility to hear from the public through “spoken/NZ sign language interaction” in relation to the local board agreement at the council’s public engagement events during the consultation period for the 10-year Budget 2018-2028: i) Local Board Members and Chair ii) General Manager Local Board Services, Local Board Relationship Manager, Local Board Senior Advisor and the Local Board Advisor iii) any additional staff approved by the General Manager Local Board Services or the Chief Financial Officer c) adopt the tabled Attachment A local content for consultation and the tabled Attachment B local supporting information for consultation, including the key advocacy project. d) delegate authority to the local board chair to approve any final minor changes required to the local consultation content for the 10-year Budget 2018-2028 prior to publication, including online consultation content, following review by council’s legal team and/or Audit New Zealand.
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a Consultation document b Supporting information |
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Local board feedback on rates remission and postponement policy review |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/249 MOVED by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers, seconded by Member R Northey: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) support Option 1 that the legacy rates remission schemes be replaced by grants for a period of three years. b) seek clarification on the transition process to resume local board discretionary funding equity following the three-year period.
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Resolution number WTM/2017/250 MOVED by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers, seconded by Member R Northey: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) endorse the proposed allocation of non-regulatory decision-making as attached to this report.
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Resolution number WTM/2017/251 MOVED by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers, seconded by Member V Tava: That the Waitemata Local Board: a) receive the tabled chair’s report for the period December 2017.
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a Chair's report December 2017 |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/252 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) receive the written and the verbal board member reports and the tabled report from member Christie for December 2017.
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a Member Adriana Avendano Christie report December 2017 |
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Resolution number WTM/2017/253 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) receive the governance forward work calendar December 2017 attached to the agenda.
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Resolution number WTM/2017/254 MOVED by Chairperson P Coom, seconded by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers: That the Waitematā Local Board: a) receive the workshop proceeding records for the meetings held on 14 November 2017, 28 November 2017 and 5 December 2017.
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29 Consideration of Extraordinary Items
There was no consideration of extraordinary items.
6.05 pm The Chairperson thanked Members for their attendance and attention to business and declared the meeting closed.
CONFIRMED AS A TRUE AND CORRECT RECORD AT A MEETING OF THE Waitematā Local Board HELD ON
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