Agenda of Waitematā Local Board

At the close of the agenda no apologies had been received.

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 Waitematā Local Board:

a) confirm the ordinary minutes of its meeting, held on Tuesday, 11 December 2018, including the confidential section, 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 7.7 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 Waitematā Local 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.

8.1 Proposal to classify as Heritage a building or object at 859 Great North Road, Western Springs

Te take mō te pūrongo / Purpose of the report

1. To propose classifying as Heritage a building or object at 859 Great North Road, Western Springs.

Ngā tūtohunga / Recommendation

That the Waitematā Local Board:

a) thank Gael Baldock for the presentation and attendance at the business meeting.

8.2 Proposal for planting the reserve near the Freemans Bay Community Hall

Te take mō te pūrongo / Purpose of the report

1. To present a proposal for planting the reserve near the Freemans Bay Community Hall.

Ngā tūtohunga / Recommendation

That the Waitematā Local Board:

a) thank Trevor Lund of Freemans Bay Residents Association for the presentation and attendance at the business meeting.

8.3 Western Springs Forest

Te take mō te pūrongo / Purpose of the report

1. To present feedback on the proposal for tree removal within Western Springs Forest.

Ngā tūtohunga / Recommendation

That the Waitematā Local Board:a) thank Deborah Manning for the presentation and attendance at the business meeting.

8.4 Introduction to Auckland Basketball Services Limited

Te take mō te pūrongo / Purpose of the report

1. To introduce Auckland Basketball Services Limited to the Waitematā Local Board.

Ngā tūtohunga / Recommendation

That the Waitematā Local Board:a) thank Tracy Atiga of Auckland Basketball Services Limited for the presentation and attendance at the business meeting.

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.

At the close of the agenda no requests for public forum had been received.

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.”

Waitematā Local Board

19 February 2019

Feedback on draft Increasing Aucklanders’ participation in sport: Investment Plan 2019-2039

File No.: CP2019/00826

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1. To seek local board feedback on the draft Increasing Aucklanders’ participation in sport: Investment Plan 2019-2039.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2. To respond to population growth and demographic change, Auckland Council has developed a plan for how it will invest in sport for the next 20 years.

3. The Increasing Aucklanders’ participation in sport: Investment Plan 2019-2039 seeks to:

· increase participation in sport by targeting communities of greatest need and addressing disparities

· deliver a broad range of programmes, services and facilities that respond to the diverse needs of Auckland’s communities

· address population growth and changing sport preferences through regular assessments of, and changes to, programmes, services and facilities to maximise participation.

4. The draft plan was endorsed by the Environment and Community Committee in December 2018 for public consultation [CP2018/07771].

5. This report invites local boards to formally indicate their support for the draft plan and any additional feedback on the draft plan they would like the committee to consider prior to the plan’s adoption.

6. Staff have engaged with local boards informally at various stages throughout the development of the plan. Local boards members’ views and concerns have helped shape the key components of the plan.

7. A summary of consultation feedback will be prepared for the Environment and Community Committee for consideration. Final decision on the adoption of the plan will be sought in May 2019.

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation

That the Waitematā Local Board:

a) endorse the draft Increasing Aucklanders’ participation in sport: Investment Plan 2019-2039 and provide any additional feedback for consideration of the Environment and Community Committee.

Horopaki

Context

The plan sets out a new investment approach, which better responds to growth and the changing needs of Aucklanders

8. Auckland is experiencing rapid population growth and social change. Our diverse communities have different preferences and requirements for sport and recreation activities.

9. The draft Increasing Aucklanders’ participation in sport: Investment Plan 2019-2039 is the council’s response to these changes. It sets out a new approach to regional investment in sports facilities, programmes and services for Aucklanders over the next 20 years.

10. The plan will:

· target communities of greatest need and address disparities

· deliver a broad range of programmes, services and facilities that respond to the diverse needs of Auckland’s communities

· address population growth and changing sport preferences through regular assessments of, and changes to, programmes, services and facilities.

11. The draft plan has three main sections:

· Section one: ‘Why we invest’ explains the reasons for having an investment plan and the strategic context.

· Section two: ‘What we invest in’ explains the outcomes sought from the council’s sports investment, the scope and focus of that investment and the principles that will guide future investment decisions.

· Section three: ‘How we will work’ explains the investment framework that will be adopted to achieve the outcomes.

12. The development of the draft plan involved several Governing Body decisions, local board engagement, public consultation and research. The attached draft plan provides the chronological timeline for developing the plan.

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

Adoption of the plan will contribute to multiple strategic outcomes

13. Sport is one of the key areas the council invests in to deliver on the ‘Belonging and Participation’ outcome in Auckland Plan 2050.

Belonging and Participation

· Focus Area 7 – Recognise the value of arts, culture, sports and recreation to quality of life

· Direction 1 – Foster an inclusive Auckland where everyone belongs

· Direction 2 – Improve health and wellbeing for all Aucklanders by reducing disparities in opportunities.

14. The draft plan focuses on delivering a single outcome: increasing Aucklanders’ participation in community sport. This aligns with the vision of the Auckland Sport and Recreation Strategic Action Plan 2014-2024: ‘Aucklanders: more active, more often.’

15. The multiple benefits delivered to local communities through increased sport participation will also contribute directly to the health, social and economic outcomes for Aucklanders as set out in the local board plans.

Achieving the desired outcomes requires putting people at the heart our investment

16. The plan sets out a targeted, people-centric approach to increase sport participation in Auckland. Future sport investment will focus on meeting the needs of three distinct groups of people:

1.	People who already play sport:
	There will be more fit-for-purpose facilities and programmes to keep them actively involved in sport.
2.	People who play a new sport (like futsal)
		Currently there are limited opportunities to play, but in the future, there will be more fit-for-purpose facilities and programmes that cater to new and emerging sports.
3.	People who currently do not participate in sport
	Auckland Council will create more opportunities and make it easier for them to take up sport.

17. A key step towards increasing sport participation rates in these targeted groups is through addressing disparities.

18. Decision-makers will use a set of principles to prioritise multiple investment projects. ‘Equity’ has the highest weighing to ensure all Aucklanders enjoy the same outcomes. The full list of principles includes:

· Equity (40 per cent of assessment) – Sport investment should ensure equity of outcomes across the population regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, socio-economic status or where people live.

· Outcome-focused (30 per cent) – There needs to be a clear line of sight between each investment and the outcomes it delivers.

· Financial sustainability (30 per cent) – Investment decisions need to be financially sustainable for council and sports organisations.

· Accountability (10 per cent) – Auckland Council has responsibility to act in the best interests of Auckland.

There will be changes to the way we currently invest in sport

19. The draft plan sets out four key shifts in our approach as illustrated in Figure 1 below.

Figure 1: Key shifts

20. Figure 2 below explains the reasons for these key shifts, the problems they will tackle and the benefits for Aucklanders.

Figure 2: Intervention logic map

21. The plan will ensure robust, evidence-based decision-making and ongoing monitoring of benefits delivered to our communities.

22. Performance data will be collected to measure the return on investment. This will be shared with investors and ratepayers.

Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera

Council group impacts and views

23. Once adopted, the plan will have a direct impact on council’s internal investment processes, particularly regarding how future projects will be assessed and monitored.

24. Parks, Sport and Recreation staff have been engaged throughout the development of the draft plan. Their feedback, particularly regarding how the proposed changes can be adopted in practice, has helped shape the investment framework and the scenarios in the draft plan.

25. Parks, Sport and Recreation staff have also facilitated the council’s engagement with the sport sector through Aktive, the council’s strategic partner for sport. The general feedback is supportive of the new investment approach to improve participation and deliver better outcomes for Aucklanders.

Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe

Local impacts and local board views

The local boards have an important role to play in shaping the draft plan

26. The local boards have an important role to play in the council’s sport investment. They:

· set outcomes and priorities for local sport investment through local board plans

· identify local sports facility and programme needs and advocate for investment through the Long-term Plan and Annual Budget processes

· have allocated decision-making responsibility for local sport facilities and initiatives including:

- the specific location, design, build and fit-out of new local sports facilities within budget parameters agreed with the Governing Body

- the use of local sport facilities and initiatives including leasing and changes of use

- local recreation and sports programmes

· manage local and sub-regional facility partnership relationships, funding or lease agreements and performance reporting

· work together to support facilities that benefit several local board areas.

27. Staff have engaged with local boards informally at various stages throughout the development of the draft plan. Local boards members’ views and concerns have helped shape the key components of the plan.

Previous engagement with local boards showed general support for an investment plan

28. Staff met with local boards between February and April 2018 and sought informal feedback on the key components of the plan.

29. Feedback from local boards was generally supportive of a new investment plan for sports facilities to ensure consistency, efficiency, transparency and outcome delivery.

30. Challenges relating to population growth, land supply and budgetary constraints were highlighted. Local boards also noted challenges specific to their areas and populace.

31. Feedback showed a strong preference to have a flexible approach to accommodate diverse local needs.

Formal local board feedback is sought between February and March 2019

32. Staff are seeking to understand local boards’ views on the draft plan and request a formal decision at local boards’ business meetings during February and March 2019.

33. Staff would particularly value local board feedback on the following parts of the draft plan (refer Attachment A), which are likely to have the most bearing on local board decision-making:

· the key shifts in the council’s future investment approach in sport (page 4)

· the benefits of sports to Auckland communities, particularly Te Ao Māori (page 9)

· the difference between equity and equality in the context of sport investment (pages 22-23)

· the proposed investment framework (pages 24-36).

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

34. Sport participation contributes directly to the following ‘Māori Identity and Wellbeing’ outcome in Auckland Plan 2050:

Māori Identity and Wellbeing

· Direction 1 – ‘Advance Māori wellbeing’

· Focus area 1 – ‘Meet the needs and support the aspirations of tamariki and their whanau’

35. According to Sport New Zealand data weekly sport participation of Māori in Auckland (76.8 per cent) is similar to European (76.3 per cent), but higher than Asian (70.7 per cent) and Pasifika (69.1 per cent).

36. Research also show pockets of sedentary Māori who do not have adequate opportunities to participate in sport. They will be a target group for investment.

37. Feedback from the Mana Whenua Forum and Aktive Māori Advisory Group during public consultation on the discussion document informed the development of the plan.

38. A key area of focus was the delivery of outcomes through increased Māori participation. Means of achieving this goal include partnerships with iwi and Māori organisations, to manage demand efficiently and to use sports programmes and facilities as a social hub to strengthen cultural and community connections.

39. Partnerships will draw on Māori-centric models and collective models of learning so that key Māori concepts become embedded in sport service design and delivery.

40. Staff will seek further feedback from the Mana Whenua Forum and Aktive Māori Advisory Group as part of the consultation on the draft plan.

Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea

Financial implications

41. Once adopted, the plan will guide all council investment in sport.

42. An immediate focus will be to establish a clear and contestable process for the allocation of the $120 million Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund established in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028.

Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga

Risks and mitigations

43. Staff have identified reputational and operational risks associated with the adoption of the draft plan. These risks will be mitigated through regular communication and engagement with key stakeholders.

Type

Risk

Mitigation

Reputational

Some people might worry the plan will change arrangements already in place, or ongoing council investment.

Clear communication with key stakeholders and funding recipients that the plan will guide decisions on future investment only, unless a current project is already scheduled for review.

Operational

The transition to the new investment approach will be operationally complex. It impacts multiple teams across the council, and new business processes, guidance and forms will need to be designed to support it.

Detailed implementation planning will be required to ensure the transition is as smooth as possible. Changes will be phased in over the next three to five years.

Ngā koringa ā-muri

Next steps

44. Staff will undertake public consultation from February to March 2019.

45. The consultation will be conducted in various forms:

· local boards will be asked to formally indicate their support for the draft plan during business meetings and provide any additional feedback

· the public will be invited to submit their feedback via ShapeAuckland

· targeted interviews will be conducted with community groups including Māori, Pasific and Asian people

· the sport sector will be invited to provide their formal views through Aktive.

46. A summary of consultation feedback and a final plan will be prepared for consideration and adoption by the Environment and Community Committee around May 2019.

47. Implementation of the plan will occur in stages over the next three to five years, depending on council budgetary and planning processes. An indicative timeline of the potential changes is presented in section three of the draft plan.

48. Figure 3 below shows the next steps in a flow chart.

Figure 3: Next steps

This plan will inform the development of other investment plans

49. The draft plan sets out an overarching investment framework to help decision-makers prioritise investment between different sports.

50. Separate, but related plans are being developed to guide council’s investment in golf and play facilities. These plans will be consistent with the overarching framework set out in Increasing Aucklanders’ participation in sport: Investment Plan 2019-2039.

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachment

No.	Title	Page
a ⇩	Draft Increasing Aucklanders’ Participation in Sport: Investment Plan 2019-2039	21

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Authors

Nancy Chu - Principal Policy Analyst

Authorisers

Paul Marriott-Lloyd - Senior Policy Manager

Lesley Jenkins - Relationship Manager

Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Waitematā Local Board

19 February 2019

Auckland Transport February 2019 Update

File No.: CP2019/00785

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1. To provide an update to the Waitematā Local Board on transport related matters in their area including the Local Board Transport Capital Fund (LBTCF).

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2. This report covers:

· A summary of Auckland Transport projects and operations in the local board area

· A summary of the board’s transport capital fund.

· A summary of general information items sent to the board

· Traffic control committee decisions

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Waitematā Local Board:

a) receive the Auckland Transport February 2019 report.

b) approve the allocation of $18,500 from the Local Board Transport Capital Fund for upgrading the footpath along the western side of Bourke Street, Newmarket.

c) approve the allocation of $41,000 from the Local Board Transport Capital Fund to install two sets of bollards in St Patricks Square.

d) request that Auckland Transport and Auckland Council Community Facilities develop a firm estimate of cost for walking and cycling connections in the Auckland Domain for:

· Football Road to the Titoki Street Carpark

· the corner of Wintergarden Road through to The Crescent

· Centennial path to Grafton Mews

· Parnell Train Station to Lovers Lane through the woodchip yard

Horopaki

Context

3. This report updates the local board on Auckland Transport (AT) projects and operations in the local board area, it updates the board on their advocacy and consultations, and includes information on the status of the Local Board Transport Capital Fund.

4. Auckland Transport is responsible for all of Auckland’s transport services, excluding state highways. We report on a monthly basis to local boards, as set out in our Local Board Engagement Plan. This monthly reporting commitment acknowledges the important engagement role local boards play within the governance of Auckland on behalf of their local communities.

5. The Local Board Transport Capital Fund is a capital budget provided to all local boards by Auckland Council and delivered by Auckland Transport. Local boards can use this fund to deliver transport infrastructure projects that they believe are important but are not part of Auckland Transport’s work programme. Projects must also:

· be safe

· not impede network efficiency

· be in the road corridor (although projects running through parks can be considered if there is a transport outcome).

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

6. The table below has a general summary of projects and activities of interest to the board with their current status. Please note that all timings are indicative and are subject to change:

Item	Update
Wellesley Street Bus Improvement Project (formerly Midtown bus route) – Improving how city centre buses operate	The project team is gathering material to develop the Detailed Business Case ahead of future optioneering and public consultation. This includes getting the latest HOP data, traffic volumes and development plans. A new reference design is being developed and will be brought to the local board for consideration in the near future. Overall project co-ordination is being undertaken with the Victoria St linear park team, the light rail team and City Rail Link Ltd.
Pt Chev to Westmere cycleway - A dedicated cycle route along Pt Chevalier Road and Meola Road ending near the Westmere Shops	No update this month, Previous update: Urban Design advice is being sought. The project team will present options to the Project Control Group in September to confirm the form of the cycleway before going into detailed design. Feedback on the options from the Community Liaison Group will also be presented to the Project Control Group.
Route 4 of Waitematā Safer Routes - Improvements for pedestrians, people on bikes and bus users for the section of Great North Road between Crummer Road and Ponsonby Road.	No update this month, Previous update: We have developed three concept designs to characterise the route. The design is based on the safe system approach and meets the needs of pedestrians, people on bikes and in vehicles. The new design has significant cost increase around kerb works and associated utility costs. Detailed design will be progressed when we have the funding agreed.
Parnell cycleway – proposed cycleway through Parnell	The AT Executive Leadership Team (ELT) are finalising the cycleway programme priority and available budget. This will help determine the future of Parnell cycleway and subsequent funding. The project team has worked through a multi criteria assessment of concept design options and determined AT’s preferred design option. The design can be presented to the community reference group pending the ELT decision.
Nelson St cycleway phase 3 – a bi-directional cycleway from Nelson Street to Quay Street	No update this month. Previous update: Due to streetscape improvement opportunities for Market Place and Custom Street West, AT is delaying making any decisions following the October 2017 consultation on the proposal. AT will update the board, submitters and other key stakeholders when a decision is reached.
Victoria Street East-West cycleway - dedicated cycle route along Victoria Street West, from the Beaumont Street intersection to the Hobson Street intersection.	This month the project team met with Auckland Council’s Development Programme Office to coordinate designs in order to minimise any rework between the delivery of Victoria Street cycleway and the proposed Victoria Linear Park. The project team is also working with Auckland Council’s Design office and Road safety team at Auckland Transport to add more safety into the project design
Federal Street Walking and Cycling Improvements - proposed for Federal Street linking Fanshawe Street to Victoria Street until the full Federal Street Upgrade occurs.)	No update this month. Previous update: We are currently analysing feedback we received from consultation, and will soon produce a report highlighting key themes and changes to be made to improve the safety of the design as a result (expected Oct/Nov 2018)
Tamaki Drive cycle route - (Quay Street to Ngapipi Bridge)	The detailed design is currently being finalised. Construction procurement will occur following finalisation of design with works expected to commence mid-2019.
Cook Street and Union Street Safety Improvements - including crossings, shared paths, cycle paths and speed reduction	The Project Team is in the process of applying for funding for this project. They anticipate this process will be completed in April 2019.
Parnell residential parking zone - proposed permit scheme for residents and businesses	No update this month. Previous update: Consultation closed in December 2017. The project team’s response to local board feedback was included in the July report to the local board. The final consultation report was published on the Auckland Transport website on the 10 August 2018. Implementation of the parking zone will be progressively rolled out from December to the end of April. Implementation The changes will be introduced progressively: · Area 1 by December 2018 · Area 2 and 3 by early March 2019 · Area 4 and 5 by end of April 2019
Grey Lynn & Arch Hill parking scheme - proposed permit scheme for residents and businesses	The Residential Parking zones were implemented in December 2018. Feedback so far has been positive. In line with a resolution passed by the local board, we will re-assess the parking situation in the remaining streets after parking patterns have normalised.
Herne Bay cycling and walking improvements – proposed changes to encourage slower driving speeds and improve routes for people walking and cycling.	No update this month. Previous update: The changes to the design resulting from public feedback and the review have just been communicated to residents and stakeholders. Construction is expected to start in March 2019.
Downtown Infrastructure Improvement Programme – · Quay Street Strengthening · Quay Street Enhancement · Britomart East · Lower Albert · Downtown Ferry · Waterfront Park · Mooring dolphin	Utilities relocation works on Quay Street have been underway since December 2018. We are monitoring the traffic and stakeholder feedback on an ongoing basis and making adjustments, including adjusting light phasing and reinstating the right turn out of Britomart Place. Public engagement on the Downtown Programme will continue this February with several public “pop ups” scheduled around the city centre. The feedback report from the public feedback gathered in late 2018 is currently being prepared and we expect to have that available for the public in late February. Consent has been awarded for the Queens Wharf to Marsden Wharf section of the Quay Street Strengthening programme and we have hearings scheduled for the Ferry Basin and Princes Wharf sections and the Ferry Basin redevelopment in late March as well as the Mooring Dolphin in mid-February. We expect to lodge consents for the Quay Street Enhancement and Downtown Public Space in late February.”
Waitematā Safe Routes project - the two routes open for feedback are Route 1: Surrey Crescent to Garnet Road and Route 2: Richmond Road.	The feedback period has now closed for the proposed improvements to streets in Grey Lynn and Westmere as part of Waitematē Safe Routes – Routes 1 and 2. More than 1100 submissions were received, which are being analysed. The feedback will be compiled, along with any decisions made on the proposal, into a public feedback and decisions report. It is expected that this report will be published within the next three to four months.
College Hill Parking Scheme	The College Hill parking zone was approved by the Traffic Control Committee and went live on 29 January 2019. There are some final signs to be installed on Margaret Street and some road markings on College Hill and Hargreaves Street. They are expected to have been completed by 8 February.
Karangahape Road Enhancement Project – streetscape upgrade	Auckland Transport’s Request for Tender (RFT) for the project has closed and final negotiations are under way. The aim is still to begin work in the first quarter of 2019.
Parnell Busway - bus priority improvements on Parnell Road between Davis Crescent and St Mary’s Close.	Construction is scheduled to get underway in the week of the 11 February to be completed by mid-April. The new bus lane operating hours will be in effect once the work is complete.
Wynyard Quarter street and park upgrades – central construction package	Work is progressing well. In February the work programme includes: · Opening the new footpath on the western side of Daldy Street, between Gaunt Street and Packenham Street West. · Undertaking preparations to build the road base on Daldy Street, between Gaunt Street and Packenham Street West. · Continue to build the rain gardens on Gaunt Street and Daldy Street. Current impacts: · Daldy Street will remain closed to through traffic for the duration of the Stage One street and linear park upgrade. · The team will concentrate on keeping dust levels to a minimum. In Autumn, the work area will move further into Gaunt Street, between Beaumont Street and Daldy Street.
Franklin Road upgrade - upgrade to improve the road quality and future-proof existing services.	Phase 1 is now expected to finish by the end of March/April 2019, however we’re still tracking to the programme. Currently the final road surface between Victoria West and Wellington is being laid. Once that is complete the next stage will be the installation of the remaining traffic islands. Between Wellington / Ponsonby footpath, kerb channel and driveway work continues. Switching over to Western side of Franklin from Wellington to Ponsonby Road will be expected from May / June All the key stakeholders have been notified on regular basis and will continue to receive project update notifications going forward as well.

Local Board Transport Capital Fund

7. Following the proposal to increase the Local Board Transport Capital Fund, the allocation to the board is now $3,073,725 in total for this electoral period.

8. From this sum the local board has approved:

· $221,000 as additional funds for the Ponsonby Road pedestrian improvement project

· Up to $5,000 for streetscape enhancement incorporating tree planting on St Marys Road

· $825,000 for the Greenway connection through Cox’s Bay Reserve to Wharf Road via Bayfield Park

9. The board currently has $2,022,725 uncommitted.

Rough order of Cost for Western Springs Greenway

10. As per resolution WTM/2018/91 Auckland Transport has prepared a rough order of cost for delivery of The Greenway connection G4 between Meola Road to Great North Road, called the Western Springs Greenway.

11. There are currently three elements to this project:

· Motions Road from Great North Road to Seddon Fields

· Seddon Fields from Motions Road to Meola Road

· Through the Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) from Motions Road to Meola Road.

12. Motions Road has been assessed by Auckland Transport with the following options and rough orders of cost.

· Option 1: shared use path on Motions Road - Approx. $750,000, including 40 percent contingency

· Option 2: separated two-way cycleway on Motions Road - Approx. $690,000 including 40 percent contingency

· Option 3: on-road cycling on Motions Road, tactical interventions - Not costed, as dependent on interventions taken.

13. Seddon Fields has been assessed by Auckland Council with the following options and rough orders of cost:

· Option 1: Direct line past Western Springs Football Club and car park. Cost: $330,000

· Option 2: Meandering route along the eastern edge of Seddon Fields adjacent to Jaggers Bush Cost: $940,000 (excluding addition of lighting)

14. MOTAT also has a proposal for a carpark upgrade including a walking and cycling connection between Motions Road to Meola Road. It is requested that the local board consider making a contribution of $750,000 to $1,000,000 towards this project to form a greenway connection.

Rough order of Cost for walking and cycling connections in the Auckland Domain

15. As per resolution WTM/2018/126 Auckland Council has identified the following rough orders of cost for a prioritised list of walking and cycling connections in the Auckland Domain:

· Football Road to the Titoki Street Carpark - $180,000

· the corner of Wintergarden Road through to The Crescent - $50,000.

· Centennial path to Grafton Mews - $56,400.

· Parnell Train Station to Lovers Lane through the woodchip yard - $463,000

Other rough orders of cost

16. As per resolution WTM/2018/126 for upgrading the footpath along the western side of Bourke Street, Newmarket. The cost to install a new section of footpath to match the same height as the existing footpath and ending in a pram crossing is $18,500.

17. As per resolution WTM/2018/153 for a solution to manage parking and through-traffic into St Patrick’s Square. The cost to install two sets of bollards in St Patricks Square as per the original layout is $41,000.

General information items sent to the board:

18. Please see below for a summary of items sent to the local board for their information or feedback:

Item	Date sent to Board
FYI: Bus Stop extension - Park Road	3/12/2018
FYI: Parnell Pedestrian Crossing Improvements	3/12/2018
Outcome: Halsey Street - Lane Arrangements	5/12/2018
FYI: Rail disruptions next week	5/12/2018
FYI: Permanent changes to Quay St	10/12/2018
FYI: Quay Street - Utilities Trenching Update	12/12/2018
FYI: Down Town car park price increase	12/12/2018
FYI: K Road newsletter - December 2018	17/12/2018
Update: Waitematā Safe Route Consultation	17/12/2018
FYI: Remuera Road double decker bus clearance works	20/12/2018
Outcome: Marmion Street - Footpath	20/12/2018
FYI: Proposed Road Closure at Mortimer Pass	20/12/2018
Update: City Centre Parking - Pricing Review	17/01/2019
Update: Downtown Programme - Quay Street trench update	21/01/2019
FYI: Temporary kerb works in Newmarket	22/01/2019
FYI: Fenton Street- Broken Yellow Lines	25/01/2019
FYI: Red Light Running Camera - Union/Nelson	29/01/2019
FYI: Scanlan Street and Williamson Avenue - Parking Restriction Changes	29/01/2019
FYI - Survey work on Surrey Cres and Bullock Track	30/01/2019
FYI: AT Community Bike Fund opens 4/2/19	31/01/2019
FYI: Parnell Bus Lane - construction	4/02/2019

Traffic Control Committee resolutions

19. Please see Attachment A which outlines decisions made in the Waitematā Local Board area in December 2018 and January 2019. Auckland Transport's resolution and approval process ensures the most appropriate controls and restrictions are put in place and can be legally enforced.

Quarterly Report - October to December 2018

20. The following quarterly report material is attached to this monthly report:

· Attachment B – report from Auckland Transport departments on their activities in the local board area and regionally over the last quarter (October to December 2018).

· Attachment C – report on Travelwise Schools activities in the local board area over the last quarter

Speed Management Bylaw Consultation

21. AT is fast-tracking implementation of a speed management plan for Auckland and delivering an ambitious $700 million safety infrastructure acceleration programme estimated to reduce deaths and serious injuries by up to 18 percent over an initial three-year period and by up to 60 percent by 2028. It will deliver major, minor and mass-action safety engineering projects, including speed management on high-risk routes and locations across the network.

22. As part of this programme, AT is proposing to change speed limits across Auckland using The Speed Limits Bylaw. This is the legal process for changing speed limits as per Section 27.1 of the Land Transport Rule: Setting of Speed Limits 2017. This will affect approximately 10 percent of Auckland’s local roads.

23. In December 2018, Auckland Transport’s Board approved a public consultation on the Bylaw. This is in accordance with the special consultative procedure under the Local Government Act 2002 and in accordance with the Land Transport Rule: Setting of Speed Limits 2017 with regard to the new speed limits themselves.

24. The consultation is expected to start on 28 February 2019 and last for approximately one month. The Bylaw will contain a complete list of the roads proposed for speed limits changes and will include information on their current speed limits and the new proposed speed limits.

25. Following consultation, the feedback will be analysed, and any required changes made. The Auckland Transport Board will then make and pass the new bylaw with the recommended changes.

26. Once consultation on the bylaw is complete and the bylaw is adopted signs will need to be changed and some supporting engineering measures put in place to encourage driving at slower speeds. These measures could include installing raised zebra crossing, raised tables, speed humps and narrowing roads.

Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera

Council group impacts and views

27. The impact of the information in this report is confined to Auckland Transport and does not impact on other parts of the Council group. Any engagement with other parts of the Council group will be carried out on an individual project basis.

Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe

Local impacts and local board views

28. The proposed decision of receiving the report has no local, sub-regional or regional impacts.

Local Board Workshops

29. Auckland Transport attended workshops on the 5 February to update the local board on progress with their Local Board Transport Capital Fund and to present rough orders of costs for various projects.

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

30. The proposed decision of receiving the report has no impacts or opportunities for Māori. Any engagement with Māori, or consideration of impacts and opportunities, will be carried out on an individual project basis.

Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea

Financial implications

31. The local board currently has $2,022,725 Local Board Transport Capex Fund uncommitted for this electoral period.

32. This report recommends that the local board allocate $18,500 for upgrading the footpath along the western side of Bourke Street, Newmarket and $41,000 to install two sets of bollards in St Patricks Square.

33. If this proposal is approved $1,963,225 Local Board Transport Capex Fund will remain unallocated for this electoral period.

Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga

Risks and mitigations

34. The proposed decision of receiving the report has no risks

Ngā koringa ā-muri

Next steps

35. Auckland Transport will provide another update report to the local board next month.

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.	Title	Page
a ⇩	Auckland Transport Quarterly Report October to December 2018	71
b ⇩	Auckland Transport Travelwise School Community Transport October - December 2018	91
c ⇩	Auckland Transport Traffic Control Committee Decisions December 2018 - January 2019	93

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Signatories

Authors

Ben Halliwell – Elected Member Relationship Manager

Authorisers

Jonathan Anyon –Elected Member Relationship Team Manager

Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Waitematā Local Board

19 February 2019

City Fringe Identity Project

File No.: CP2019/01013

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1. To approve the scope and proposed process for developing an identity for the City Fringe in partnership with the city fringe business associations.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2. This report introduces the proposed process for developing an identity for the city fringe area and the scope of works to be commissioned as set out in attachment A.

3. The local board local economic development work programme allocates funds towards the implementation of actions identified in the Auckland’s City Fringe Economic Development Action Plan (2017).

4. The Waitematā Local Board has allocated $20,000 in the current financial year to implement the Auckland City Fringe Economic Development Action Plan. A further $37,773 is available as this was deferred from the previous financial year.

5. To help identify the areas of focus following the adoption of the City Fringe Economic Development Action Plan a workshop was held with the Business Associations on the 14 June 2018. This workshop reviewed the City Fringe Economic Development Action Plan and identified opportunities where the local board could support the City Fringe business association community to create a better environment for their members.

6. One of the opportunities was for the local board to collaborate with the City Fringe business association community on developing a collective identity for the City Fringe that promotes the uniqueness of the different hubs within it.

7. The proposed scope for the delivery of a City Fringe Identity project has been shared with the Business Associations and all received responses are supportive of the scope as set out in attachment A.

8. The local board is being asked to approve the allocation of $57,773 for the delivery of the City Fringe Identity project.

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Waitematā Local Board:

a) approve the scope of the City Fringe Identity project and proposed approach to delivery as set out in this report and in attachment A to this report

b) allocate $57,773 from the Implementation of the City Fringe Local Economic Development Action Plan budget to the City Fringe Identity Project.

Horopaki

Context

7. The Waitematā Local Board’s Auckland City Fringe Economic Development Action Plan 2017 (Action Plan) provides a framework to guide local economic development actions for 3-5 years.

8. The Action Plan:

· facilitates effective engagement between deliverers of economic development initiatives in the City Fringe area

· provides a key mechanism for the Waitematā Local Board to communicate with city fringe businesses and to advocate for maintaining communications and connections between the city fringe and the City Centre.

· identifies a set of actions and initiatives for inclusion within the Local Board Plan and future local board agreements.

9. The local board has allocated $20,000 in the current financial year to assist in the implementation of the Action Plan, a further $37,773 was deferred from the previous financial year.

10. A workshop was held with the Business Associations on the 14 June 2018 to help identify the two key areas of focus from the City Fringe Economic Development Action Plan for delivery in the current financial year.

11. This workshop resulted in two clear opportunities where the local board could support the City Fringe business association community to create a better environment for their members. These were:

· Support the city fringe business association community in advocating for an improved relationship with Auckland Transport

· Collaborate with the City Fringe business association community on developing a collective identity for the City Fringe that promotes the uniqueness of the different hubs within it.

12. This report provides the local board with the process and proposed scope for the development of a joint identity for the city fringe that can be used by the local board and the City Fringe business associations for the collective promotion of the area.

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

Scope of work for the development of the City Fringe identity

13. Staff have drafted an outline scope for the development of the city fringe identity in attachment A. The key deliverables identified in the scope are:

· Stage 1: Undertake a desktop study of approaches used internationally and within New Zealand to collectively promote a city fringe area.

· Stage 2: Create a digital online platform that articulates an identity for the City Fringe area, with agreed protocols on how the site is maintained and by whom

14. An output of the joint identity project will be the creation of an online / digital platform that is used to promote the City Fringe area. The online platform will be based upon best practice identified in the desktop review. The outcome of the project is a tool which collectively supports, and recognises the individual centres and their identities within the City Fringe Area, while collectively promoting them.

Business Association views

15. A copy of the proposed scope was circulated to the following Business Associations via the BID team at Auckland Council on the 13 December 2018.

· Grey Lynn Business Association

· Ponsonby Rd Business Association

· Uptown Business Association

· Newmarket Business Association

· Karangahape Rd Business Association

· Parnell Business Association

Comments were received from the following Business Associations:

· Parnell Business Association supporting the proposal

· Newmarket Business Association supported the proposal

· Ponsonby Rd Business Association supported the proposal

· Karangahape Rd Business Association supported the proposal and highlighted the approach to looking at best practice and the work they are undertaking to develop an identity project for the business association area with the use of the Auckland Council development response fund.

· Grey Lynn Business Association supported the proposal

Proposed Approach

16. It is recommended that a consultant is procured to develop the City Fringe Identity. Staff will seek a proposal that covers the two stages. However, stage 2 will not commence until the local board are satisfied that there is a clear rationale for the approach following the stage one desktop review of best practice.

17. Tenders for the City Fringe Identity project will be required to set out the approach to engage with the Business Associations and the local board in the development of the identity.

18. Tender documents will be required to clearly set out the process for developing the deliverables and the relevant stages and key decision points. In addition to this perspective consultants will need to include a CV of the staff to be engaged on the project and examples of previous relevant commissions.

Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera

Council group impacts and views

19. The proposed scope and approach has been shared with the Business Improvement District team at Auckland Council and they are providing support to facilitate the sharing of information with the business associations. It is understood that this support will also be available once the project commences.

Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe

Local impacts and local board views

20. The proposed scope and approach was presented to the local board at the 13 November 2018 workshop, and has been amended to reflect the comments received at that workshop.

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

21. There are no direct impacts as a result of this report on Māori. However, in implementing the project consideration will be given to the need to consider any impacts on Maori and this has been included in the project scope.

Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea

Financial implications

22. The local board has allocated $20,000 in the current financial year to assist in the implementation of the Action Plan, a further $37,773 was deferred from the previous financial year.

Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga

Risks and mitigations

23. The project is dependent on the collective participation of the business associations in the City Fringe area. There is a risk that the project does not progress to stage two due to lack of support as a result of the findings of stage one. Or the Business Associations do not fully engage with the project to meet the desired timeframe.

Ngā koringa ā-muri

Next steps

24. Following approval by the local board the Local Economic Development team at ATEED will seek to commence the procurement process and appoint a consultant to undertake the work. In selecting the preferred supplier, it is recommended that the Senior Local Board Advisor and a representative of the BID team at Auckland Council are part of the process.

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachment

No.	Title	Page
a ⇩	Waitematā Local Board City Fringe Identity - Scope	99

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Signatories

Authors

John Norman – Strategic Planning Manager LED

Authorisers

Paul Robinson – Local Economic Growth Manager

Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Waitematā Local Board

19 February 2019

Wynyard Quarter – Naming of three new open spaces

File No.: CP2019/01041

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1. The purpose of this report is to consider appropriate names for three new Wynyard Quarter open spaces that are currently under design or construction.

2. The preferred set of names will be adopted, as per the local board’s delegated authority in council’s Park and Park Features and Facilities Naming - interim guidelines (2012).

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

3. Over the coming decade, there will be several new public open spaces and laneways opening in Wynyard Quarter that will require new names. The most significant of these is the proposed linear park and headland open space on Wynyard Point.

4. In the immediate future, there are three new Wynyard Central urban spaces under design and/or construction which require names.

5. The process for naming new open spaces must conform to council’s road and park naming guidelines, and reflect council’s commitment to collaboration between mana whenua, local interest groups and developers.

6. Waitematā Local Board has delegated authority for naming both roads and public spaces. As outlined in the council’s park naming guidelines, Panuku need to present the local board with three names for each open space, including the Te Reo names.

7. Potential names proposed for the new open spaces are:

Space	Heritage name	English name	Te Reo names
Wynyard Common	Amey Daldy Park Freda Barnes Park	Wynyard Park	Nuku Mai Park Noho Mai Park Piki Mai Park
Madden Plaza	Freda Barnes Plaza	Madden Plaza	Urunga Plaza
N.Cole Plaza	Freda Barnes Plaza Amey Daldy Plaza	N Cole Plaza	Pūnaha Plaza Hiringa Plaza Auaha Plaza

8. These names have been reviewed against the parks naming guidelines and have been approved by Council’s Parks Sports and Recreation team.

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation

That the Waitematā Local Board:

a) adopt the following names for the three new Wynyard Quarter open spaces due for completion 2019/2020:

Space	Proposed name
Wynyard Common	Dual English/Te Reo name: Noho Mai / Amey Daldy OR Freda Barnes Park
Madden Plaza	Urunga Plaza
N.Cole Plaza	Freda Barnes OR Amey Daldy Plaza

Horopaki

Context

9. Over the coming decade, there will be several new public open spaces and laneways opening in Wynyard Quarter that will require new names.

10. The most significant of these is the proposed linear park and headland open space on Wynyard Point. Due to America’s Cup activity, planning and construction of this space has now been pushed out to the final years of the 2018-2028 Long-term Plan.

11. In the immediate future, there are three new Wynyard Central urban spaces under design and/or construction which require names.

12. The spaces are shown on the plan below:

13. A brief description of the spaces as follows:

· a new neighbourhood park (currently known as Wynyard Common) – due for completion by mid-2020. Conceived as a ‘backyard’ for future residents, with a mixture of hard and soft landscaping, and opportunities for informal play.

· a plaza on the southern side of the Hyatt hotel, on the corner of Madden and Halsey Streets (currently known as Madden Plaza) – due for completion in Autumn 2019. The paved plaza of 1,200m2 completes the pedestrian walkway around Lighter Basin to Karanga Plaza.

· a small open space outside the Precinct commercial building (currently known as N.Cole Plaza) – due for completion in Spring 2020. Panuku has recently taken over the development of a 226m2 plaza, located to the north-east of Precinct’s next commercial building. It will form a green open space within the innovation hub along Madden Street.

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

14. The process for naming new open spaces must conform to Council’s road and park naming guidelines, and reflect council’s commitment to collaboration between mana whenua, local interest groups and developers.

15. Waitematā Local Board has delegated authority for naming both roads and public spaces. As outlined in the council’s park naming guidelines, Panuku need to present the board with three choices of names for each open space, including the Te Reo names.

16. As part of previous discussions with the local board on naming opportunities in the precinct, the local board requested that English names considered for the precinct should reflect the following themes:

· Industrial and marine heritage

· Innovation

· Women’s heritage

17. Currently most of the existing names in the Wynyard Quarter acknowledge Auckland’s early European settlement. In particular, English men with military or government connections to Auckland feature in existing naming of streets and wharves. From research on waterfront heritage, in the rare instance that a woman is named, she is the wife of one of those men:

· Wynyard (Robert Henry) – acting governor of Auckland 1854; wife named Anne

· Victoria – named after Queen Victoria

· Fanshawe Street – probably named after Admiral Arthur Fanshawe who visited Auckland in 1903

· Halsey – named after Captain Halsey (previously Hood Street)

· Pakenham – named after Admiral Pakenham, WW1 English officer

· Daldy – named after former Auckland City Councillor, around 1940. There was also a noted Auckland merchant and sea captain called William Daldy (see notes below)

· Madden – named after Sir Charles Madden, English admiral

· Jellicoe – named after Viscount Jellicoe, Governor General 1920 – 1924

· Hamer – probably named after former Harbour Board Engineer, W.H. Hamer

Potential English names reflecting the marine/industrial heritage and women’s heritage

18. The following suites of English names have been drawn from

· The Auckland Waterfront Heritage Study (Salmond Reed, 2011),

· Report on boat manufacturing and the marine industry (Marine Industry Association, 2010)

· Research on Auckland women (Women in Urbanism Aotearoa)

19. Potential names that fit the local board’s preferred themes:

Theme	Names	Comment
Heritage Industrial, commercial and marine uses post-reclamation (1905 – 1917) European Cultural Landscape (1840 – 2011)	· Lysaght · Wynyard (wife = Anne) · Flower Traders · Mason Brothers · Bailey’s · Neuchatel · N Cole · Golden Bay · Polperro	A lane in Wynyard Central was known as Lysaght Lane (now Pipiri Way) Other names of buildings or former businesses in the precinct (Neuchatel, Bailey’s and Golden Bay were not located within the Wynyard Central blocks) Mason Brothers, Lysaght and N. Cole are names of buildings which have been retained by their developers and may cause confusion if the names are the same Wynyard is in use in another Auckland street
Marine industry, innovation, and design principles Innovation precinct	· Innovation Lane · Water Lane · Southern Spars · Gillespie · North Sails · Doyle	Innovation and water names were working titles in the Wynyard Quarter urban design report The three business names were leading marine industries formerly located in the precinct (identified by the Marine Industry Association). Terry Gillespie was a rigging shop which helped establish Southern Spars.
Women’s heritage	Amey Daldy (1829-1920)	Auckland temperance activist, feminist and suffragist, with personal connections to Kate Sheppard. She lived in Ponsonby with her second husband, Captain William Daldy.
	Freda “Fuzz” Barnes (1902-1991)	Law clerk, Justice of the Peace, trade union activist (supporting strikers in the 1951 waterfront dispute).
	Alice Bush (1914-1974)	Auckland born, woman doctor specialising in child health and concerned about domestic violence, welfare of Māori and Pacific Island children.
	Kate McCosh Clark (1847-1926)	Known as an artist and writer - especially for children. Served on many committees in Auckland.
	Unui Doo (1873-1938)	One of few Chinese women in NZ at the time. Came to Auckland after marrying market gardener. With husband worked in grocer’s shop on Wakefield St. Provided support to Chinese community.
	Sarah Heap (1871-1960)	Working in Auckland, established most comprehensive system of physical training for secondary school girls in NZ.
	Flora McKenzie (1902-1982)	Nurse, dressmaker and brothel keeper in Ponsonby.
	Isabel Peacocke (1881-1973)	Journalist and author. Vice-president Auckland women’s Forum, served with Women’s War Service Auxiliary and Emergency Precaution Scheme
	Tumanako Te Puna Reweti (1903-1980)	Born at Ōrākei. During WWII, driver and motor bike dispatch rider in the Māori Unit of the Womens’ National Service Corps and the Women’s War Service Auxiliary. Foundation member of the Waitematā District Council of the Māori Women’s Welfare League…. Did voluntary work for community in Freemans Bay area.
	Margaret White (1868-1910)	Likely to be first woman to establish professional photography studio in NZ. Worked in Newton.

Te Reo names proposed by Panuku Mana Whenua Governance Forum

20. As part of its Māori Responsiveness Framework, Panuku has a commitment to working with Mana Whenua. Panuku and its development partners have aligned their discussions to Auckland Council’s Māori Design Principles (Te Aranga).

21. In selecting names for both new laneways and the upcoming public spaces, Panuku worked closely with the Panuku Mana Whenua Governance Forum and waterfront working groups. Individual iwi contributed names, which followed themes relevant to the waterfront setting, including celestial and lunar influences, kai moana, navigation and the purpose of the new public spaces.

22. At their 6 November 2018 meeting, the Panuku Mana Whenua Governance Forum approved the following names for the three new open spaces:

Space	Role	Proposed names	Description
Wynyard Common	Neighbourhood park	Nuku Mai Noho Mai Piki Mai	Public access – backyard notion for informal play Nuku – to move Noho – to settle, stay, occupy Piki – to climb, scale Mai – towards the speaker
Madden Plaza	Pedestrian walkway around new hotel	Urunga	Point of entry theme, follows notion of Karanga Plaza at the opposite end to Madden Plaza.
N.Cole Plaza	Small space next to commercial building	Pūnaha Hiringa Auaha	Reflect notion of innovation Pūnaha – system Hiringa – perseverance, energy, determination, inspiration, vitality Auaha – to shape, create or creative, innovative

23. From the above discussion, potential names proposed for the new open spaces are:

Space	Heritage name	English name	Te Reo names
Wynyard Common	Amey Daldy Park Freda Barnes Park	Wynyard Park	Nuku Mai Park Noho Mai Park Piki Mai Park
Madden Plaza	Freda Barnes Plaza	Madden Plaza	Urunga Plaza
N.Cole Plaza	Freda Barnes Plaza Amey Daldy Plaza	N Cole Plaza	Pūnaha Plaza Hiringa Plaza Auaha Plaza

24. The use of dual English/Te Reo names complies with council policy. If a dual name was chosen by the local board this decision will need to be reported back to the next Panuku Mana Whenua Governance Forum, who contributed the proposed Te Reo names to confirm their approval.

Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera

Council group impacts and views

25. These names have been reviewed against the parks naming guidelines and are approved by the council’s Parks Sports and Recreation team.

26. As part of its Māori Responsiveness Framework, Panuku (formerly Waterfront Auckland) has a commitment to working with mana whenua. Panuku and its development partners have aligned their discussions to Auckland Council’s Māori Design Principles (Te Aranga).

27. Panuku has committed to work with the Mana Whenua Forum on naming future open spaces and roads within its priority location areas, including the waterfront.

28. As a result of implementing Te Aranga, there are a number of emerging initiatives including Māori design and art in the Wynyard Quarter development. This programme also aligns with Te Kete Rukuruku, a cross-council programme involving the collection and telling of the unique stories of Tāmaki Makaurau.

Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe

Local impacts and local board views

29. The proposed names were discussed at a local board workshop.

30. The proposed names for the three new Wynyard Quarter open spaces align to the local board’s commitment to work with mana whenua on naming parks and to reflect the areas rich cultural history. The local board plan includes an objective of embracing our past. The recommended names recognise women’s heritage and the impact this theme has had on present day.

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

31. In selecting names for both new laneways and the upcoming public spaces, Panuku worked closely with the Panuku Mana Whenua Governance Forum and waterfront working groups. Individual iwi contributed names, which followed themes relevant to the waterfront setting, including celestial and lunar influences, kai moana, navigation and the purpose of the new public spaces.

32. The above Te Reo names have been proposed by the Panuku Mana Whenua Governance Forum.

33. As noted, the use of dual English/Te Reo names complies with council policy but will need to be confirmed with the Panuku Mana Whenua Governance Forum who contributed the proposed Te Reo names.

Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea

Financial implications

34. There are no financial implications.

Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga

Risks and mitigations

35. Should the local board select names of deceased people, approval will be sought from any living relatives or trusts that have an interest in that person and their heritage.

Ngā koringa ā-muri

Next steps

36. Once the local board has selected the preferred name, Panuku will manage the implementation of the naming and add to the register of open spaces in council’s asset management IT systems and online content.

37. All marketing and media will reflect the new names, and as each space is completed, blessed and opened, the new names will be in use.

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

There are no attachments for this report.

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Signatories

Authors

Joanna Smith - Senior Project Planning Leader, Panuku Development Auckland

Authorisers

Katelyn Orton - Waterfront Development Director, Panuku Development Auckland

Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Waitematā Local Board

19 February 2019

Symonds Street Cemetery Path Network Detailed Design

File No.: CP2019/01063

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1. To seek approval for the final draft Symonds Street Cemetery path network detailed design.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2. In 2012 the Waitematā Local Board embarked on a long-term initiative to restore Symonds Street Cemetery as a local park.

3. On 21 February 2017 the Waitematā Local Board passed a resolution WTM/2017/13, allocating $180,000 of the Locally Driven Initiatives (LDI) capex budget to investigate and scope a formed pathway based on the current Rose Trail, and to connect an entranceway to the Grafton Gully Cycleway.

4. On 17 July 2018 the Waitematā Local Board pass resolution WTM/2018/93 approving the Waitematā Local Board 2018/2019 Community Facilities Work Programme which includes the development and installation of the Symonds Street Cemetery pathways development. The local board allocated an additional $60,000 of LDI Capex budget to the pathway development.

5. The draft Symonds Street Cemetery path network detailed plan 2018 was prepared and consulted on. This led to some amendments which has resulted in the final draft (Attachment A), which is recommended for approval.

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation

That the Waitematā Local Board:

a) approve the Symonds Street Cemetery path network detailed design.

Horopaki

Context

6. The Symonds Street Cemetery Development Plan 2012 sets out to address the following:

· protection and enhancement of the original framework and vegetation of the park as set out in the Symonds Street Conservation Plan (1996)

· improvement of the recreational potential of the park including interpretation and signage

· protection and maintenance of graves

· reduction of vandalism and improving public safety

· footpath maintenance and renewal.

7. The Symonds Street Cemetery – Pathways Implementation Plan 2014, identified an option to activate the park by creating a new link between the new Grafton Gully Cycle way (GGC) and Karangahape (K) Road through the Catholic and Presbyterian cemeteries. The Waitematā Local Board allocated capex funding to install this path connection.

8. Initially, the benefit of adding a new connection in the east and west sides of the cemetery was to activate the park by creating a circular route avoiding crossing Symonds Street. The eastern connection was not supported by Auckland Transport in 2014 as they considered additional connections to be a risk to pedestrians on a fast cycle route.

9. After this however, the Grafton Gully cycle way was made available for use by both pedestrians and cyclists.

10. Friends of Symonds Street Cemetery (FSSC) raised initial objections about the connection to the cycleway and the proposed installation of formed paths in the western cemetery. Their main concern was the risk of increased undesirable behaviour within the cemetery because of the opening of the fence onto Grafton Gully cycleway.

11. While an agreed solution was being explored, actions implemented from the Development Plan 2012 included the installation of a new entrance and interpretive signage and the creation of the Rose Trail around the western cemetery park along the old paths (instead of the natural desire lines).

12. Further proposals were prepared, and consultation was undertaken with the FSSC on 21 March 2016, when options for the path layout and finishes were discussed. The findings were presented to the local board at a workshop on 6 December 2016 and in a report to the local board business meeting on 21 February 2017.

13. At the business meeting the local board resolved as follows:

Resolution number WTM/2017/13

MOVED by Deputy Chairperson S Chambers, seconded by Chairperson P Coom:

That the Waitematā Local Board:

a) does not proceed with the implementation of the proposed planned path connection from Karangahape Road to the Grafton Gully Cycleway through Symonds Street Cemetery and in the alternative requests officers investigate and scope a formed western rose trail pathway as indicated G to A on the Western Rose Trail Map (Attachment A to the minutes) and to progress with NZTA opening an entranceway to the Grafton Gully Cycleway at the Catholic Memorial noting that the $180,000 capex budget remains available to progress this project.

A division was called for, voting on which was as follows:

For

Member A Avendano Christie

Deputy Chairperson S Chambers

Chairperson P Coom

Against

Member M Davey

Member V Tava

Member R Thomas

Abstained

The chair exercised her casting vote, so the motion was declared CARRIED

14. The draft Symonds Street Cemetery path network detailed design was prepared by Urban Solutions in early 2018. Consultation on the draft detailed design plan was undertaken with interested Iwi, Council Built Heritage, Heritage Arborist, Project Arborist, Archaeologist, Heritage NZ, FSSC, Auckland Transport (AT) and New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA).

15. On 17 July 2018 the Waitematā Local Board approved the 2018/2019 Community Facilities Work Programme. The work programme included a line item to develop and deliver the Symonds Street Cemetery pathway network (stage 2) with an additional $60,000 LDI Capex allocated.

16. A draft pathway plan was presented to the Waitematā Local Board for feedback at the Community Facilities workshop on 30 October 2018.

17. The local board discussed the benefits of asphalt over gravel and felt that gravel was not as suitable for all shoe types. The project delivery team has considered the pros and cons of the various materials and are recommending that a gravel / clay mix is used for the pathway to achieve delivery within the available budget. Stone stabilisation grids are proposed on the steeper sections of the path to avoid washout of the path material.

18. The local board queried the edging proposal, specifically wanting to know why all routes would not look the same. It was confirmed that all pink marked routes on the design are currently proposed to keep the existing kerbing, with an option to upgrade to basalt at a later date. This is not included in the project costings and would be additional.

19. The local board also expressed a preference to use a standard heritage pathway design across all the heritage parks.

20. The local board queried whether the renewal of the kerb could form part of the renewal scope. It has been determined that there is not sufficient funding in the renewal budget to include the renewal of the kerbs.

21. Feedback from Auckland Transport received mid-November 2018 included:

· Requirement to provide a sight line assessment at the point where the path meets the cycleway. This could be incorporated through a simple plan and photos.

· The path leading up to the cycleway should not be made of gravel or any loose material, as it could be spilled / washed onto the cycle path and create potential hazards for cyclists.

· NZTA are the asset owner of the Grafton Gully Cycleway, AT manage the operation. NZTA will therefore also need to be consulted.

· The proposed connection does not seem to connect to any destinations and does not provide a safer alternative route – it will direct people to a more secluded area.

· Connection from the cycleway would ideally connect to a street, with maximum visibility and passive surveillance, to serve as a safe route for commuters. There are already alternative connections to the cemetery for recreation users, both off Symonds and Upper Queen streets.

· AT would not recommend any lighting on the steps or in the cemetery therefore avoiding the creation of any false signal to people that this is a safe route at night.

· Future connections should provide for all users that can use the cycleway.

22. Following Auckland Transport’s feedback the following has been included:

· The path that connects the box steps and the Grafton Gully Cycle way is proposed to be asphalt to avoid any gravel spilling onto the cycleway

· NZTA was consulted and have provided their written approval.

· No lighting is proposed.

23. Land Use Consent LUC60330737 was granted early February 2019.

24. Authority to Modify an Archaeological site was accepted by Heritage NZ for processing on 17 January 2019.

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

25. It should be noted that the Symonds Street Cemetery is vested in Auckland Council as a local purpose (cemetery) reserve under the reserves Act 1977 and council is the landowner.

26. The Symonds Street Cemetery is recognised as being of outstanding heritage significance and the entire site is scheduled in Category A in the District Plan and proposed Auckland Council Unitary Plan. The Symonds Street Cemetery is also registered in Category I by the New Zealand Historic Places Trust.

27. A conservation approach is required for the management and care of the cemetery. Work is guided by the Symonds Street Cemetery Conservation Plan 1996 which includes a detailed history of the cemetery, a summary of why it is significant and policies for its maintenance and conservation.

28. Heritage NZ Pouhere Taonga has been identified as an affected party and has provided an Affected Person’s written approval under S95E (30 Resource Management Act 1991) for the works proposed in the plan provided.

Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera

Council group impacts and views

29. The project manager met on site with a representative from council’s Built Heritage department on 14 August 2018. Concerns about the path material choice were raised in relation to slope and water run-off as well as suitability of the path type given the western cemetery has relatively light vegetation with a high canopy from mature trees. A section of gravel path between the Council depot building and the Upper Queen Street carpark was changed to be constructed from asphalt because of this input.

30. The project manager met Nick Stott (Council’s Heritage Arborist) on site on 14 August 2018. Working within the dripline of Heritage trees and general root protection measures were discussed. The path alignment was subsequently altered slightly to avoid arboriculture impact.

Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe

Local impacts and local board views

31. This project is part of a suite of improvement projects at the Symonds Street Cemetery. These projects are in accordance with the local board-initiated development plan for the cemetery, and the Symonds Street Cemetery Conservation Plan 1996.

32. A workshop was held with the local board on 30 October 2018, at which this matter was discussed, in particular the feedback from iwi, Heritage New Zealand and the Friends of Symonds Street Cemetery. Local board members appeared generally supportive of the path network plan.

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

33. Symonds Street Cemetery accommodated burials from 1841, there are approximately fifty known burial site in the cemetery. Prior Māori use of the ridge along, what is now known as Symonds Street, included pa sites and cultivations. The last burial within the cemetery took place in the 1950’s.

34. Mana whenua were contacted about the development plan for Symonds Street Cemetery. The following iwi expressed an interest in the site and representatives from Ngāti Whātua o Ōrākei, Te Runanga o Ngāti Whātua, Te Akitai Waiōhua; Ngāti Maru and Ngā Tai ki Tāmaki attended meetings and contributed to the preparation of the Symonds Street Cemetery draft Māori Heritage Report 2015.

35. All the interested iwi were invited to provide input and attend a site visit to discuss the Symonds Street Cemetery path network detailed design report.

36. Representatives from Ngāti Whātua o Ōrākei and Ngā Tai ki Tāmaki visited the site with the project manager on 14 August and 23 August 2018 respectively and both Iwi have provided written support of the design.

37. Ngā Tai ki Tāmaki have expressed an interest in providing cultural monitoring of the physical works.

38. Ngāti Whātua o Ōrākei have suggested that they can offer experience and expertise in native planting via Ōkahu Rākau Landscaping Team and would appreciate the opportunity to work with Council on this project.

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Financial implications

39. The LDI Capex project budget for pathway development is $240,000 for financial year 2019.

40. The appointed consultant is working to a design within this budget.

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Risks and mitigations

41. There is a risk that the works may be delayed until Spring 2019 if this project is not approved by the local board in February.

42. An overheated market could push building costs up. The earlier this project commences the more likelihood there is of mitigating rising building costs. It is suggested a competitive procurement process is undertaken.

43. Working in the cemetery will have special requirements for contractors due to the sensitive nature of the environment. An archaeological management plan was provided by Clough & Associates and during the procurement process a construction methodology should be requested from the tenderers.

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Next steps

44. The Waitematā Local Board approves the detailed design plan.

45. Commence the procurement process to ensure delivery before winter 2019.

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.	Title	Page
a ⇩	Symonds Street Detailed Design	117
b ⇩	Symonds Street Cemetery LUC60330737 Stamped Plan	127

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Signatories

Authors

Deb Evans – Senior Renewals Coordinator

Authorisers

Johan Ferreira - Manager Project Delivery (Central/West)

Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Waitematā Local Board

19 February 2019

Auckland Council's Quarterly Performance Report: Waitematā Local Board for quarter two 2018/2019

File No.: CP2019/01302

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1. To provide the Waitematā Local Board with an integrated quarterly performance report for quarter two, 1 October – 31 December 2018.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2. This report includes financial performance, progress against work programmes, key challenges the local board should be aware of and any risks to delivery against the 2018/2019 work programme.

3. This is a retrospective report intended to provide a transparent overview and reflect the progress of how the Waitematā Local Board work programme is tracking at the end of quarter two 2018/2019.

4. The work programme is produced annually and aligns with the 2017 Waitematā Local Board Plan outcomes.

5. The key activity updates from this quarter are:

Activity	WP Ref	Update	Q1 RAG	Q2 RAG
254 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby Park develop civic park space (One Local Initiative)	2867	This activity is in progress and on track
Myers Park Caretakers Cottage and shed - renew and restore	2042	This activity is approved and on track
Parnell Baths - comprehensive renewal	2043	This activity has been completed
Pt Erin Pool - comprehensive renewal	2046	This activity is in progress and on track
Salisbury Park - improve entranceway	2060	This activity is in progress and on track
Grey Lynn Park - develop new changing rooms	2065	This activity is in progress and on track
Waitematā - Urban Forest Restoration	2788	This activity is approved and on track
Western Springs Bush Restoration - develop pathways	2789	This activity is in progress and on track
Waitītiko, Waiateao (Meola and Motions Creek catchments) and the Three Kings to Western Springs Aquifer Initiative (Waitematā)	690	This activity is in progress and on track
Additional hours to network standard: Central Library - Waitematā	2108	This activity is in progress and on track
City play network assessment	366	This activity is in progress and on track
The Parnell Plan	1436	This activity is in progress and on track

6. All operating departments with agreed work programmes have provided a quarterly update against their work programme delivery (Attachment A).

7. Most activities are reported with a status of green (on track), amber (some risk or issues which are being managed) or grey (cancelled, deferred or merged).

8. There are no activities which have been reported this quarter with a red status (behind delivery, significant risk).

9. Unlike the quarter one report, the work programme update includes projects which were carried forward from 2017/2018.

10. The financial performance report compared to budget 2018/2019 is attached (Attachment B). For this quarter there are some points for the local board to note.

11. Overall, the net operational financial performance of the local board is tracking close to the revised year to date budget (98 per cent). Revenue is slightly unfavourable to budget for the year to date and is likely to be on target for the full financial year. From the local board’s Locally Driven Initiatives (LDI) funding, the majority of projects are underway and on track to be completed during the year. Capital projects underway or completed include the Parnell Pools comprehensive upgrade, Western Park boardwalk and paving renewals, Albert Park Cottage renewals and changing room and toilet development at Grey Lynn Park.

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Waitematā Local Board:

a) receive the performance report for the financial quarter ending 31 December 2018

b) note the change in scope for activity 690 - Waitītiko, Waiateao (Meola and Motions Creek catchments) and the Three Kings to Western Springs Aquifer Initiative (Waitematā) and that the remaining $19,277 budget (funded by three local boards) for this project will be used for water quality monitoring of the Three Kings Aquifer.

Horopaki

Context

12. The Waitematā Local Board has an approved 2018/2019 work programme for the following operating departments:

· Arts, Community and Events

· Parks, Sport and Recreation

· Libraries and Information

· Community Services: Service, Strategy and Integration

· Community Facilities: Build Maintain Renew

· Community Leases

· Infrastructure and Environmental Services

· Local Economic Development

· Plans and Places.

13. Work programmes are produced annually, to meet the outcomes identified in the three-year 2017 Waitematā Local Board Plan. These outcomes are:

· Outcome 1: Inclusive communities that are vibrant, healthy and connected

· Outcome 2: Attractive and versatile public places that meet our communities’ needs

· Outcome 3: The natural environment is valued, protected and enhanced

· Outcome 4: A high-quality built environment that embraces our heritage

· Outcome 5: An accessible, connected and safe transport network with well-designed streets

· Outcome 6: An innovative, productive and resilient local economy.

14. The graph below shows how the work programme activities meet the 2017 Waitematā Local Board Plan outcomes. Activities that are not part of the approved work programme but contribute towards the local board outcomes, such as local board advocacy or projects funded by the local board’s transport capital fund, are not captured in this graph.

Graph 1: Waitematā work programme activities by outcome

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

Local Board Work Programme Snapshot

15. The work programme activities have two statuses; RAG status which measures the performance of the activity (amber and red show issues and risks); and activity status which shows the stage of the activity. These two statuses create a snapshot of the progress of the work programmes.

16. The graph below identifies work programme activity by RAG status (red, amber, green and grey). It shows the percentage of work programme activities that are on track (green), in progress but with issues that are being managed (amber), activities that have significant issues (red) and activities that have been cancelled, deferred or merged (grey).

Graph 2: Waitematā Work Programme by RAG status

17. The graph below identifies work programme activity by activity status and department. The number of activity lines differ by department as approved in the local board work programmes.

Graph 3: Waitematā work programme activity by activity status and department

Key activity updates from quarter two

18. Updates for the following key activities for quarter two are as follows:

· 2867 (OLI) Ponsonby Park - develop civic park space

This project is on track. A report to Environment and Community Committee has been prepared, incorporating feedback from the Waitematā Local Board. Now awaiting consideration by Environment and Community Committee at meeting on 4 December 2018. Subject to Committee decision, the project will then proceed to a detailed business case and design. On 4 December 2018 the Environment and Community Committee approved the full site for development of this community space.

· 2042 Myers Park Caretakers Cottage and shed - renew and restore

The update remains the same as for quarter one. The asset will be assessed to determine the scope for the renewal. Once the assessment has been completed the options for the renewal will be drafted.

· 2043 Parnell Baths - comprehensive renewal

Physical works are complete and the facility re-opened on 1 December 2018. Settlement of contractor's final account may require contract variation.

· 2046 Pt Erin Pool - comprehensive renewal

Consultants are to undertake scoping and condition reporting. Once the condition report has been received plans to implement physical works will occur.

· 2060 Salisbury Park - improve entranceway

The local board has approved the concept design. The developed design is underway. An update to the local board with developed design and cost estimates is anticipated for March 2019 prior to handover to the Project Delivery Team for procurement of physical works.

· 2065 Grey Lynn Park - develop new changing rooms

A review of the concept design was completed by council staff early November 2018. Local board workshop was held 13 November 2018. Consultation was undertaken with Richmond Rovers Rugby League Club on 29 November 2018. Resource consent to be lodged by 21 December 2019. Developed design to be completed end of January 2019 and detailed design to be completed by end of February 2019. Local board workshop with final design planned for March 2019.

· 2788 Waitematā - Urban Forest Restoration

The update remains the same as for quarter one. The following sites have been selected for activity: St Stephens Cemetery, Pt Erin Park, Point Resolution (may include Hobson Bay Esplanade), Seddon Fields, Westmere Park, Weona Place Lemington Esplanade. Works are currently being priced by the supplier. Options will then be presented to the local board for approval.

· 2789 Western Springs Bush Restoration - develop pathways

A project manager will be assigned and begin scoping options for pathway development.

· 690 Waitītiko, Waiateao (Meola and Motions Creek catchments) and the Three Kings to Western Springs Aquifer Initiative (Waitematā).

A literature review was completed as part of the Waitītiko, Waiateao (Meola and Motions Creek catchments) and the Three Kings to Western Springs Aquifer Initiative project. During this review the Urban 10 Year Implementation Plan South Waitematā was identified. This implementation plan was commissioned by the Auckland Council Sustainable Catchments team in 2014. The Urban 10 Year Implementation Plan South Waitematā achieves the same outcomes as the Waitītiko, Waiateao (Meola and Motions Creek catchments) and the Three Kings to Western Springs Aquifer Initiative. The plan identifies the issues and opportunities to restore the Meola/ Motions catchments. As a result of funding this document, Albert-Eden, Puketāpapa and Waitematā Local Boards were left with an unspent budget of $19,277.00. At a workshop on 23 November 2018 the three local boards agreed to invest the remaining budget towards water quality monitoring at the Three Kings Aquifer. This approach conforms with the purpose of the project and the activity description. The Research Investigation and Monitoring Unit (RIMU) is currently designing a monitoring regime, which will be provided to the local boards in quarter three prior to testing beginning.

· 2108 Additional hours to network standard: Central Library - Waitematā

The additional opening hours on weekends has enabled library staff to start a new programme 'Browse the Basement' consisting of assisted visits to our expansive collection held in the basement. This is the first time Aucklanders have had access to browse the treasures that we hold in the back catalogue. Tours are small and offer a personalised experience. Our sessions are currently booked out well in advance. We have also received media attention for this offer in book/ reading circles. “Makerspace” is also being activated during this time on a Saturday with tours of our 3D Printer, Sewing Machine, and the open source software available on our creative computer suite. This has allowed staff to better promote our services and connect with a wider group of Aucklanders, many of which only visit the library on weekends.

· 366 WTM: City play network assessment

The contract for the play network gap analysis has been awarded. Data collection has started.

· 1436 The Parnell Plan

Draft Parnell Plan prepared October 2018 including an implementation plan. Feedback was received from Parnell Plan Working Group and from local board workshops. Key action area visualisations have been commissioned, the final draft plan developed and reported to 11 December 2018 local board meeting for adoption. Plan adopted, with final images (visuals and photos) to be approved by the Chair following consultation with working group into early 2019.

Activities with significant issues

19. There are no activities identified with significant issues (a red RAG status).

Activities with some risk

20. The following work programme activities have been identified by operating departments as having some risk (amber status):

· 2044 Parnell Library - comprehensive renewal

The future lease of the Parnell Library has yet to be clarified. The purpose of this project was to bring back status quo to the leased space if the lease is not renewed. The scope of the project would need to be clarified if the lease is being renewed. Suggesting pushing project into financial year 2020. Heritage components are part of internal refurbishment.

· 2047 St Stephens Cemetery - renew walkway

This project is on hold while awaiting a decision, due to lack of budget and pending decision on storm water disposal options and Heritage New Zealand consent. Renewal of paths are opposed by Heritage NZ and Council Heritage. The current budget allocation is insufficient for the required investigation and redesign.

· 2066 Olympic Pool - improve acoustics in main pool

Project on hold due to structural assessment of the pools. Schedule unlikely to be achieved, recommend project be rolled into structural remedial works if they are going to occur. Currently awaiting advice on whether the project will proceed.

· 2067 Olympic Pool - replace main pool sparge line

A complete seismic assessment is to be done on the building. The spa pool water leak has been repaired. Boiler replacement works on hot water storage and seismic works under sauna are being planned.

· 2902 Waitematā - renew signage FY17

Delays due to release of new design templates and finalised icons for formatting new signs.

· 2973 Waitematā - Parks Improvement Projects – LDI

Completed works:

1. Grey Lynn Park Playground - picnic tables and cycle stands.
2. Francis and Moira Reserve entrance poles signs.
3. Ernest Davis lookout signage.
4. Grey Lynn Park - monkey bars installed.
5. Grey Lynn Park - pump track improvements.

New works approved by the local board in December 2017:

1.Domain Signage - improve connectivity between the Domain and Parnell Rail Station: Handed over to the Domain team to deliver.
2. 254 Ponsonby Road - notice board signage: Liquor King and Panuku are no longer in support of the new signage and have requested the original noticeboard remain with no alterations. Compiling letter from Panuku to local board and community group.
3. 70-74 Wellington Street: Local board increased scope in May 2018. Costs confirmed. In delivery June/July.
4. Auckland Women's Centre - new signage: Signage installed and project complete. 5. Kelmarna Community Gardens - redevelop entranceway.
6. Pollinator pathways - status: Costings estimate has been supplied by non-full facility maintenance contractor and supplied to operational maintenance for review.

· 3008 Highwic House - renew roads and car parks

Delay due to consent requirements and capacity within Heritage New Zealand - project now progressing. Heritage New Zealand and Council's Built Heritage Team will be confirming pavement renewal options in December 2018 that meet heritage and archaeological criteria for the Highwic House paved areas. The next steps include preparing and lodging resource consent and authority to modify with Heritage New Zealand and Council's Heritage Team, procure contractor for commencing works in April 2019.

· 3047 Albert Park - reinstate Zig Zag track FY17

The detailed design for the zig zag track and the desire line path has been completed, investigation and design works for stormwater drainage within the south-western sector of Albert Park affecting the art gallery are causing delay in the resource consent application.

· 3056 Studio One - Artstation - refurbish roof to fix leak

Further roof leaks have identified the need for a wider assessment of the roof condition. This will delay delivery but will achieve a better result long term for the users.

· 2388 Digital Safeswim Signs

Procurement processes have delayed the delivery timeline for this work. It is now anticipated that the signs will be operational in April 2019, instead of late 2018 as stated in quarter one. The signs are still expected to be delivered within the financial year. A workshop was held on 18 December 2018 to discuss the delays.

Activities on hold

21. The following work programme activities have been identified by operating departments as on hold:

· 2047 St Stephens Cemetery - renew walkway

· 2066 Olympic Pool - improve acoustics in main pool

Changes to the local board work programme

Deferred activities

22. In this quarter no activities have been identified as being deferred from the 2018/ 2019 work programme.

Cancelled activities

23. In this quarter no activities have been identified as cancelled:

Activities merged with other activities for delivery

24. In this quarter no activities have been merged with other activities for efficient delivery:

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Council group impacts and views

25. When developing the work programmes council group impacts and views are presented to the boards. As this is an information only report there are no further impacts identified.

26. ATEED has a local economic development work programme in 2018/2019 and has reporting against this work programme in Attachment A.

Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe

Local impacts and local board views

27. This report informs the Waitematā Local Board of the performance for the quarter ending 31 December 2018.

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

28. A number of the key projects set out in this report have involved direct engagement with iwi and the projects themselves have been refined as a result of this engagement. For example the Western Springs Te Wai Orea Development Plan involved consultation with iwi for early direction, the Parnell Plan has been refined through iwi involvement and the Te Ha o Hine Place signage content was developed in partnership with Ngāti Whātua o Ōrākei.

29. The Waitematā Local Board will continue to ensure mana whenua have input into local board projects and that projects are refined in response to this valued input.

30. The Waitematā Local Board supports the use of traditional iwi names and dual names for public spaces as a standard approach to Māori responsiveness and to reflect the history of the local board area.

31. Mana whenua customary practices continue to be embedded into the opening events for the local board’s projects such as the blessing event for the Te Ha o Hine Place signage project and a mihi at the opening of the Western Park Stairs.

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Financial implications

32. Underspent budget within the Waitītiko, Waiateao (Meola and Motions Creek catchments) and the Three Kings to Western Springs Aquifer Initiative (ref 690) can be directed towards monitoring of water quality in the Three Kings Aquifer.

Financial Performance

33. Operating expenditure relating to Asset Based Services (ABS) is tracking slightly below budget by $95,000 for the year to date, while the LDI operational projects are currently $225,000 below budget. This is due to a variety of projects yet to draw down on financial allocations.

34. Capital spend of $4.3 million represents investments in the Parnell Pools comprehensive upgrade, Western Park boardwalk and paving renewals, Albert Park Cottage renewals, and changing room and toilet development at Grey Lynn Park. The board has also seen progress on projects from their discretionary LDI capital fund.

35. The complete Waitematā Local Board Financial Performance report can be found in Attachment B.

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Risks and mitigations

36. While the risk of non-delivery of the entire work programme is rare, the likelihood for risk relating to individual activities does vary. Capital projects for instance, are susceptible to more risk as on-time and on-budget delivery is dependent on weather conditions, approvals (e.g. building consents) and is susceptible to market conditions.

37. Information about any significant risks and how they are being managed and/or mitigated is addressed in the ‘Activities with significant issues’ section.

Ngā koringa ā-muri

Next steps

38. The local board will receive the next performance update following the end of quarter three (March 2019).

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.	Title	Page
a ⇩	Waitematā 2018/2019 Quarter Two Work Programme Update	139
b ⇩	Waitematā 2018/2019 Quarter Two Financial Summary	173

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Signatories

Authors	Simon Tattersfield - Senior Local Board Advisor - Waitematā
Authorisers	Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Chairperson	Pippa Coom
Deputy Chairperson	Shale Chambers
Members	Adriana Avendaño Christie
	Richard Northey, ONZM
	Denise Roche
	Vernon Tava
	Rob Thomas

Authors	Liz Clemm - Democracy Advisor – Waitematā Local Board
Authorisers	Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Authors	Heather Skinner – Local Board Advisor Waitematā
Authorisers	Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Authors	Heather Skinner - Local Board Advisor Waitematā
Authorisers	Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Authors	Pippa Coom - Chair Waitematā Local Board
Authorisers	Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Authors	Richard Northey ONZM - Waitematā Local Board Member
Authorisers	Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board

Authors	Liz Clemm - Democracy Advisor - Waitematā Local Board
Authorisers	Trina Thompson - Relationship Manager/Senior Advisor Waitematā Local Board