I hereby give notice that an ordinary meeting of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board will be held on:

 

Date:

Time:

Meeting Room:

Venue:

 

Tuesday, 19 March 2019

4.00pm

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Chamber
Takapuna Service Centre
Level 3
1 The Strand
Takapuna

 

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

 

OPEN AGENDA

 

 

 

 

MEMBERSHIP

 

Chairperson

George Wood, CNZM

 

Deputy Chairperson

Dr Grant Gillon

 

Members

Mike Cohen, QSM, JP

 

 

Jennifer McKenzie

 

 

Jan O'Connor, QSM

 

 

Mike Sheehy

 

 

(Quorum 3 members)

 

 

 

Rhiannon Foulstone-Guinness

Democracy Advisor

 

13 March 2019

 

Contact Telephone:  021 815 5313

Email: rhiannon.guinness@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

 

 


 

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

ITEM   TABLE OF CONTENTS                                                                                        PAGE

1          Welcome                                                                                                                         5

2          Apologies                                                                                                                        5

3          Declaration of Interest                                                                                                   5

4          Confirmation of Minutes                                                                                               5

5          Leave of Absence                                                                                                          5

6          Acknowledgements                                                                                                       5

7          Petitions                                                                                                                          6

8          Deputations                                                                                                                    6

9          Public Forum                                                                                                                  6

10        Extraordinary Business                                                                                                6

11        Notices of Motion                                                                                                          7

12        Notice of Motion - Issues relating to the Queensland Fruit Fly response              9

13        Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Grants Programme 2019/2020                        25

14        Auckland Transport monthy update - March 2019                                                  33

15        Adoption of the Devonport-Takapuna Open Space Network Plan                       41

16        Allocation of funding to Citizens Advice Bureaux                                                105

17        Feedback on the Auckland Council draft Freedom Camping in Vehicles bylaw 119

18        Local board feedback on the draft Tūpuna Maunga Operational Plan 2019/2020 171

19        Park bench application at 4 Victoria Road, Devonport                                         265

20        Park bench application at Tiri Road end of Milford Beach, Milford                    277

21        2019 Local Government New Zealand Conference and Annual General Meeting 295

22        Elected Members' Reports                                                                                       303

23        Chairpersons' Report                                                                                                311

24        Ward Councillors Update                                                                                         313

25        Devonport-Takapuna Local Board - Record of Worshops February 2019         315

26        Governance Forward Work Calendar                                                                     323  

27        Consideration of Extraordinary Items                                                                     327

 

 


1          Welcome

 

2          Apologies

 

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

 

3          Declaration of Interest

 

Members are reminded of the need to be vigilant to stand aside from decision making when a conflict arises between their role as a member and any private or other external interest they might have.

 

The Auckland Council Code of Conduct for Elected Members (the Code) requires elected members to fully acquaint themselves with, and strictly adhere to, the provisions of Auckland Council’s Conflicts of Interest Policy.  The policy covers two classes of conflict of interest:

 

               i.        A financial conflict of interest, which is one where a decision or act of the local board could reasonably give rise to an expectation of financial gain or loss to an elected member

 

              ii.        A non-financial conflict interest, which does not have a direct personal financial component.  It may arise, for example, from a personal relationship, or involvement with a non-profit organisation, or from conduct that indicates prejudice or predetermination.

 

The Office of the Auditor General has produced guidelines to help elected members understand the requirements of the Local Authority (Member’s Interest) Act 1968.  The guidelines discuss both types of conflicts in more detail, and provide elected members with practical examples and advice around when they may (or may not) have a conflict of interest.

 

Copies of both the Auckland Council Code of Conduct for Elected Members and the Office of the Auditor General guidelines are available for inspection by members upon request. 

 

Any questions relating to the Code or the guidelines may be directed to the Relationship Manager in the first instance.

 

 

4          Confirmation of Minutes

 

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)         confirm the ordinary minutes of its meeting, held on Tuesday, 19 February 2019 as true and correct.

 

 

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 Devonport-Takapuna 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.

 

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

 

9          Public Forum

 

A period of time (approximately 30 minutes) is set aside for members of the public to address the meeting on matters within its delegated authority. A maximum of 3 minutes per item is allowed, following which there may be questions from members.

 

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.”

 

11        Notices of Motion

 

Under Standing Order 2.5.1 a Notice of Motion has been received from Member M Cohen for consideration under item 12.

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Notice of Motion - Issues relating to the Queensland Fruit Fly response

File No.: CP2019/03093

 

  

 

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

1.       Member M Cohen has given notice of a motion that he wishes to propose.

2.       The notice, signed by Member M Cohen and Deputy Chairperson G Gillon as seconder, is appended as Attachment A.

3.       Supporting information is appended as Attachments B, C and D.

 

Motion

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      notes the Board’s Chair was not included at a meeting outside the Ferry Terminal in Devonport of the Mayor, Ward Councillor and biosecurity officials on Sunday 17th of February 2019.

b)      requests that the Mayor’s Office advise what the Office’s expected role of the Local Board or local board Chair, should be during issues of high community interest and concern such as the recent fruit fly outbreak in Devonport given the special role that the Local Board has in its local board area for the 4 R’s (of Reduction, Readiness, Response, and Recovery) in emergency management including biosecurity issues and in general to act in the best interests of its citizens now and in the future.

 

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Notice of Motion - Member M Cohen - Issues reqalting to the Queensland Fruitfly

11

b

Devonport Flagstaff Article - Fruit Fly Alert

15

c

Auckland Civil Defence Emergency Group Plan 2016-2021

17

d

National Disaster Resilience Strategy

21

      

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Rhiannon Foulstone-Guinness - Democracy Advisor

Authoriser

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


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Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Grants Programme 2019/2020

File No.: CP2019/02739

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.     To adopt the Devonport-Takapuna Grants Programme 2019/2020.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2.      The Auckland Council Community Grants Policy guides the allocation of local, multi-board and regional grant programmes to groups and organisations delivering projects, activities and services that benefit Aucklanders.

3.      The Community Grants Policy supports each local board to review and adopt their own local grants programme for the next financial year.

4.      This report presents the Devonport-Takapuna Grants Programme 2019/2020 for adoption (see Attachment A).

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      adopt the Devonport-Takapuna Grants Programme 2019/2020 as attached to the agenda report at Attachment A.

 

 

Horopaki

Context

5.      The Auckland Council Community Grants Policy guides the allocation of local, multi-board and regional grant programmes to groups and organisations delivering projects, activities and services that benefit Aucklanders.

6.      The Community Grants Policy supports each local board to review and adopt their own local grants programme for the next financial year. The local board grants programme guides community groups and individuals when making applications to the local board.

7.      The local board community grants programme includes:

·      outcomes as identified in the local board plan;

·      specific local board grant priorities;

·      which grant types will operate, the number of grant rounds and opening and closing    dates;

·      any additional criteria or exclusions that will apply; and

·      other factors the local board consider to be significant to its decision-making.

8.      Once the local board grants programme 2019/2020 has been adopted, the types of grants, grant rounds, criteria and eligibility with be advertised through an integrated communication and marketing approach which includes utilising the local board channels.

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

9.      The aim of the local board grant programme is to deliver projects and activities which align with the outcomes identified in the local board plan. The new Devonport-Takapuna Grants Programme has been workshopped with the local board and feedback incorporated into the grants programme for 2019/2020.

10.    The new grant programme includes:

·      grant round dates, which exclude decision dates coinciding with the local government elections in October 2019;

·      additions of smoke free and zero waste programmes as higher priorities;

·      an addition of a lower priority for assets or equipment with limited future use; and

·      additions of exclusions for gifts and prizes and activities which can be funded by central government.

Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera

Council group impacts and views

11.       The grants programme has no identified impacts on council-controlled organisations and therefore their views are not required.

12.       Based on the main focus of an application, a subject matter expert from the relevant council unit will provide input and advice. The main focus of an application is identified as arts, community, events, sport and recreation, environment or heritage.

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

Local impacts and local board views

13.       The grants programme has been developed by the local board to set the direction of their grants programme. This programme is reviewed on an annual basis.

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

14.       All grant programmes respond to Auckland Council’s commitment to improving Māori wellbeing by providing grants to organisations delivering positive outcomes for Māori. Applicants are asked how their project aims to increase Māori outcomes in the application process.

Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea

Financial implications

15.       The allocation of grants to community groups is within the adopted Long-term Plan 2018 -  2028 and local board agreements.

Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga

Risks and mitigations

16.       The allocation of grants occurs within the guidelines and criteria of the Community Grants Policy. Therefore, there is minimal risk associated with the adoption of the grants programme.

Ngā koringa ā-muri

Next steps

17.       An implementation plan is underway and the local board grants programme will be locally advertised through the local board and council channels, including the council website, local board Facebook page and communication with past recipients of grants.

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Devonport-Takapuna Grants Progamme 2019/2020

29

     

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Marion Davies - Grant Operations Manager

Authorisers

Shane King - Head of Operations Support

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


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Auckland Transport monthy update - March 2019

File No.: CP2019/02229

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       To receive the March 2019 Auckland Transport monthly update.

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      receive the Auckland Transport March 2019 monthly update report and thank Marilyn Nicholls for her presentation and attendance

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Auckland Transport March 2019 Report

35

     

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Rhiannon Foulstone-Guinness - Democracy Advisor

Authoriser

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

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Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Adoption of the Devonport-Takapuna Open Space Network Plan

 

File No.: CP2018/16027

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       To adopt the Devonport-Takapuna Open Space Network Plan.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2.       Adoption of the open space network plan will assist local board decision-making and provide a framework for the development of open space over the next 10 years.

3.       The purpose of the plan is to set out actions to deliver a sustainable, quality open space network that can respond to and accommodate anticipated population growth.

4.       The network will provide the community with access to a range of recreational, social, cultural and environmental experiences.

5.       The open space network plan includes:

·    the current state of the network and its challenges;

·    four key moves that provide the framework to deliver a sustainable quality open space network; and

·    prioritised actions that will deliver the key outcomes.

6.       There is no additional funding to implement projects in the open space network plan beyond renewal of existing assets and planned capital expenditure.

7.       The lack of funding to implement all identified actions could create a reputational risk. The local board can use the plan to advocate for increased funding as part of Annual and Long-term Plan processes, or to help inform prioritisation of its locally driven initiative capital (LDI Capex) budgets.

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      adopt the Devonport-Takapuna Open Space Network Plan (presented as Attachment A to the agenda report).

b)      delegate approval of any minor document amendments to the Chairperson of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.

 

Horopaki

Context

8.       An open space network plan has been prepared for the Devonport-Takapuna local board area.

9.       This plan outlines the local board’s aspirations and priorities for the future development of local parks and open spaces.

10.     The plan responds to growth and increasing diversity anticipated in the Devonport-Takapuna area, including changes in demographics and patterns of usage.

11.     The plan was prepared in consultation with the local board, partners and key stakeholders. It is informed by Devonport-Takapuna parks research.

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

12.     The plan analyses the current state of the Devonport-Takapuna open space network and sets out four key moves. They provide the framework for actions covering future development and management of the open space network over the next 10 years.

13.     The plan is strategically aligned to three Auckland Plan focus areas:

Belonging and Participation - Focus area 1

Create safe opportunities for people to meet, connect, participate in and enjoy community and civic life.

Belonging and Participation - Focus area 7                                                            Recognise the value of arts, culture, sport and recreation to quality of life.

Homes and Places - Focus area 5                                                                                 Create urban places for the future.

Devonport-Takapuna Open Space Network Plan

Current state

14.     The main strengths of the existing open space network include:

·        the coastal open spaces are popular destination points;

·        there are prominent culture and heritage features located along the coastline of beaches, estuaries and inlets, headlands and cliffs;

·        there are two significant maunga, and fresh water Lake Pupuke;

·        the community highly values the environment and is engaged in working to protect and enhance the Wildlink area; and

·        there is a rich cultural heritage.

15.     The main challenges relating to existing open space include:

·        there are gaps in provision when analysed against the Open Space Provision Policy 2016 (provision targets);

·        lower sport and recreation participation levels compared to the rest of Auckland;

·        there are detrimental effects from coastal inundation, storm surge and poor water quality impacting open space;

·        constrained east to west walking and cycling opportunities connecting the coastlines; and

·        limited connection within the Devonport-Takapuna open space network to surrounding parks and open spaces.

Key moves

16.     Four key moves respond to the issues and opportunities identified through the current state analysis and help formulate actions to develop Devonport-Takapuna's open space network:

·    Treasuring - our natural and cultural areas;

·    Connecting - and sharing open spaces;

·    Utilising - optimising and increasing utilisation; and

·    Enjoyment - sport and recreation for the enjoyment of all.

17.     The long-term goal is to provide a sustainable, high quality open space network.

Principles, advocacy, decision-making and actions

18.     The primary purpose of the plan is to prioritise actions to improve the open space network.

19.     Prioritisation principles provide direction for planning and implementing park development. The following list of principles assist in prioritising the actions:

·    existing capital works programmes and contractual commitments;

·    areas zoned for high growth (metropolitan centre, town centres, local centres, mixed use, terrace housing and apartments) and open space provision gaps;

·    areas of deficiency and/or poor quality open space prioritised over areas of good provision and/or good quality open space;

·    high level cost benefit of individual actions;

·    planning and funding cycles and other influences such as land acquisitions, infrastructure projects, integrated planning with neighbouring local boards and other stakeholders such as environmental services and healthy waters; and

·    changes and trends in sport and recreation.

20.     Focus areas and actions have been prioritised according to the principles.

21.     The following actions relate to projects that are across Devonport-Takapuna Local Board area:

Table1: Overview of key moves and focus areas for prioritised actions

Key moves

Focus areas

Treasuring our natural and cultural areas

 

· mana whenua

· working together

· protect and conserve

· water quality and ecology

· landscape

· volunteers

· coastal inundation

Connecting and sharing open spaces

 

· walking and cycling

· Wildlink, culture & heritage

· school partnerships

· budget

Optimising and increasing utilisation

· efficiency and improvement

· events and leases

· smaller open spaces

· improving what we have

· incorporate monitoring and evaluation measures

Sport and recreation for the enjoyment of all

· population growth

· playground and gardens

· community facilities

· sport facilities

 

Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera

Council group impacts and views

22.     The plan has been developed in consultation with relevant council departments. Their views are reflected in this plan. 

23.     Community Facilities, Community Services, Auckland Transport and Environmental Services will implement the network plan.

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

Local impacts and local board views

24.     Local communities will benefit from the actions in this plan. These include increased sport and recreation participation opportunities, leading to improved health and wellbeing.

25.     Staff engaged the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board in the preparation of the network plan through a series of workshops:

Milestone

Date

Local Board workshop 1

·      review comments from engagement with mana whenua

·      review survey results

·      solicit feedback to Stage 1 findings, visioning workshops with internal stakeholders, local board services and the wider parks team

·      identify open space needs and outcomes and their implications.

27 February 2018

Local Board workshop 2

·      discuss themes and prepare key moves

·      actions.

10 April 2018

Report to adopt key moves and focus areas.

15 May 2018

Drop-in session with local board members to discuss actions.

29 June 2018

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

26.     Māori identity and well-being are an important outcome in the Auckland Plan. The implementation of this network plan responds to and supports the following focus areas:

Māori identity and well-being - Focus Area 1

Meet the needs and support the aspirations of tamariki and their whanau.

 

Māori identity and well-being - Focus area 7

Reflect mana whenua mātauranga and Māori design principles throughout Auckland.

27.     Quality parks and open spaces help to facilitate Māori participation in sport and recreation.

28.     Staff engaged with mana whenua on 6 December 2017 and 4 April 2018 to seek their views and values in relation to the open space network in Devonport-Takapuna.

 

 

 

 

29.     The key issues raised by iwi are outlined below:

·    mana whenua support the local board’s interest to work closely together on open space and they have suggested two approaches:

scheduling an ongoing engagement process with mana whenua

sharing best practice management, conservation, promotion and preservation methodologies from a cultural perspective to support Māori heritage in the area.

·    Te Aranga design principles in all park design and development

·    Māori naming, wayfinding, cultural narratives.

30.     These views have been incorporated into the key moves and prioritised actions of the network plan.

31.     The final open space network plan includes project opportunities for working closely with both mana whenua and the Tūpuna Maunga Authority.

Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea

Financial implications

32.     Actions identified within the network plan will need to be accommodated within existing budgets. No additional funds have been allocated.

Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga

Risks and mitigations

33.     The lack of funding to implement all identified actions could create a reputational risk. The local board can use the plan to advocate for increased funding as part of Annual and Long-term Plan processes.

Ngā koringa ā-muri

Next steps

34.     The plan will be implemented over the next 10 years as budgets allow.

35.     It is anticipated that the delivery of specific projects will draw on a wide range of potential partners who can contribute advice, assistance, funding and support.

 

Ngā tāpirihanga / Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Devonport-Takapuna Open Space Network Plan

47

     

Ngā kaihaina / Signatories

Author

Sam Noon - Principal Policy Analyst

Authorisers

Ruth Woodward - Manager Parks & Recreation Policy

Paul Marriott-Lloyd - Senior Policy Manager

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


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Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Allocation of funding to Citizens Advice Bureaux

File No.: CP2019/03495

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       To seek local board feedback on the proposed new model for allocating funding to Citizens Advice Bureaux (CAB), and on increasing the baseline grant to Auckland Citizens Advice Bureaux Incorporated (ACABx) by $200,000 in 2019-2021.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2.       There are 32 CAB sites in the Auckland region, which are operated by 11 separate CAB organisations. Bureaux staff and volunteers offer free information, advice, referral and client advisory service to local communities.

3.       Local boards hold relationships with their local bureaux, which report on service usage and other matters of interest to the community.

4.       In 2018/2019 council granted $2.067 million to ACABx, which was conditional on staff and ACABx jointly developing a new funding model to be agreed by 1 April 2019.

5.       The new model developed with ACABx is population-based with a deprivation factor to reflect communities with high needs and access constraints.

6.       Feedback is sought from the local board on the new funding model and the retention of the additional $200,000 to baseline funding of $1.867 million provided to ACABx in 2018/2019.

7.       Local board feedback will be included in the report to the Environment and Community Committee in May 2019 to approve a new funding model for CAB.

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      consider feedback on the new model for allocating funding to Citizens Advice Bureaux (based on 90 per cent population and 10 per cent deprivation), and on increasing the baseline grant to Auckland Citizens Advice Bureaux Incorporated by $200,000 in 2019-2021 (refer to Attachment A to the agenda report).

 

Horopaki

Context

8.       Auckland Citizens Advice Bureau Incorporated (ACABx) was established in 2012 to provide a support structure for funding from council and other bodies, as well as the development of a strategic direction for the service in the Auckland region.

9.       Currently there are 32 Auckland CAB sites in 18 local board areas (refer Attachment B). There are no sites in Franklin, Great Barrier and Upper Harbour.

10.     Auckland bureaux are members of ACABx and Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ). The role of CABNZ is to support membership standards and influence development of social policies and services at a national level.

11.     In 2018, a joint working group of council staff and ACABx was established to develop a new funding model for Auckland bureaux.

Auckland Council funding of CAB

12.     In 2018/2019, council granted $1.867 million to ACABx, which distributes funding to bureaux to provide services across Auckland.

13.     Through council’s 10-year Budget 2018-2028, an additional one-off grant of $200,000 was approved to maintain and develop the service in the 2018-2019 financial year (resolution number GB/2018/91). The ACABx board have distributed $90,300 of this grant to bureaux facing financial pressure (Helensville, CAB Auckland City, Māngere). The remaining funds will be used to test new ways of delivering the service and develop a regional network provision plan. 

14.     Council provides accommodation for bureaux at minimal cost under community lease arrangements, which is equivalent to a $641,000 subsidy per annum. In addition to the funding through ACABx, some local boards also provide grants to bureaux for specific purposes.

15.     The Environment and Community Committee set four conditions for the 2018/2019 operational grant, as shown in Table 1 below: (resolution number ENV/2018/48)

Table 1: Funding conditions 2018/2019

Funding condition

Progress to date

A joint review between Auckland Council and ACABx of the funding model

·    Joint working group established

·    Considered what to include in the funding model

·    Agreed a new funding model and transitional arrangements

Updated Strategic Relationship Agreement to include the development of a regional network provision plan

·    Revised Strategic Relationship Agreement signed between Auckland Council and ACABx with scoping and timeline for regional network provision planning to be agreed by June 2019

Improved reporting and access to consistent data on the service provided at regional and site level

 

·    Council, CABNZ and ACABx jointly developed new report templates for bureaux to provide data and commentary on their activities 

·    CABNZ is currently rolling out an improved database and data collection system (CABNET) which will impact the Q3/Q4 reports for 2018/2019

Strengthened and more strategic relationships between local boards and bureaux

·    The revised Strategic Relationship Agreement sets out guidance on the relationship between local boards and bureaux

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

Current funding model

16.     The current model allocates the funding received by ACABx to sub-regional clusters of bureaux based on 2013 census population data.

17.     The current funding model was implemented by ACABx with support from council as an interim approach to transition from legacy council funding to regional funding.

 

 

 

Council staff model

18.     In April 2016, the Regional Strategy and Policy Committee resolved to:

‘seek information from staff regarding a review of the service after consultation with the 21 local boards on the issues raised by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board regarding Auckland Citizens Advice Bureaux Incorporated funding, to achieve greater equity and fairness, taking into consideration social issues in local communities across Auckland.’ (resolution number REG/2016/22)

19.     A review of CAB services was undertaken, and council staff developed a revised funding allocation model using 70 per cent population, 25 per cent client usage, and 5 per cent deprivation. This model responded to the review findings and focused on funding to achieve greater equity and fairness.

20.     This model was not supported by ACABx who strongly objected to the introduction of client usage as a funding factor.

New model from joint working group

21.     The joint working group have developed a new funding model for bureaux using:

·        90 per cent population, using annual Statistics New Zealand population estimates

·        10 per cent deprivation to increase the capacity of bureaux to meet the complex needs of communities with higher levels of deprivation. This will support the development of new service approaches to increase the access to CAB services within these communities.

22.     ACABx advise that this model will be difficult to implement at the current funding level as funding will be reduced to bureaux in the north, central and Ōtara. Some bureaux are experiencing financial pressure and any decline in funding would lead to a significant reduction in services.

23.     If the annual grant of $1.867 million is increased by $200,000 per annum, ACABx have indicated that the new funding model could be implemented without service reductions if bureaux continue to receive funding at the 2018-2019 level at a minimum. The additional funding request for the $200,000, is now part of the budget refresh process and includes Executive Leadership Team and Governing Body decisions regarding approval for this funding. To further moderate the redistribution impacts of the new funding model at a bureau level, population-based increases in funding would be capped at 10 per cent for 2019-2021.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24.     The application of the new funding model is shown in Table 2 below:

Table 2: New funding model allocations

Bureau

2018/2019 Actual

New model
(current funding)

 

New model (plus $200,000)

Percentage difference between 2018/2019 Actual and New model plus $200,000

Helensville

$40,365

$36,872

$40,365

0

Hibiscus Coast

$51,712

$58,713

$58,920

14

Wellsford

$38,298

$36,770

$38,298

0

CAB North Shore (5 sites)

$309,030

$250,153

$309,030

0

WaiCAB (5 sites)

$298,746

$300,401

$344,999

15

CABAC (10 sites)

$499,901

$487,965

$553,597

11

Māngere (3 sites) 

$169,849

$179,162

$190,494

12

Manurewa (2 sites)

$82,775

$114,454

$118.217

43

Ōtara

$86,927

$78,215

$86,927

0

Pakuranga (2 sites)

$98,662

$109,188

$109,262

11

Papakura

$86,471

$110,844

$112,628

30

Total

$1,762,737

$1,762,737

$1,962,737

11

Note: Based on 2018-2019 funding allocated. Excludes provision for premises lease payments to Auckland Council and ACABx fee (2 per cent)

25.     The new funding model developed by the joint working group is the preferred model for implementation in 2019-2021. During this period, the regional network provision plan will be developed, and council’s level of investment can be confirmed and provided for as part of the 10-year Budget 2021-2031.

26.     The new model supports The Auckland Plan 2050 outcome, ‘Belonging and Participation’:

·        Focus area two Accessible services and social and cultural infrastructure that are responsive in meeting people's evolving needs

·        Focus area six Focusing the council’s investment to address disparities and serve communities of greatest need.

27.     The criteria applied to assess the models were developed by the joint working group. Consideration is given to equity, responsiveness to population growth and community need. Under the Auckland Plan 2050, adopting an equitable approach means prioritising the most vulnerable groups and communities to achieve more equitable outcomes. An assessment of the funding allocation model is shown in Table 3 below:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 3: Funding model assessment

Criteria

X   does not meet

ü   partially meets

üüfully meets

Current model

Council staff model

New model from joint working group

(preferred model)

Equity

X

ü

üü

Population growth

X

üü

üü

Community need

X

üü

üü

Advantages

ACABx used the current funding model to transition to regional funding from legacy arrangements

Uses latest population estimates to reflect future growth

Deprivation factor supports equity for populations with complex issues and access constraints

Client usage as a proxy indicator of community need which takes into consideration that service users do not necessarily just access services in the area they live

 

More equitable across Auckland with population-based funding covering all the region except Great Barrier Island

Uses latest population estimates to reflect future growth

Targeted deprivation factor (NZDep2013, deciles 8-10) supports equity for populations with complex issues and access constraints

Provides platform for Auckland Council and ACABx to work together to develop a regional network provision plan

Supported by ACABx if additional funding is retained

Disadvantages

The legacy cluster funding arrangements do not provide for service development

Relies on 2013 census data

Does not target funding for populations with complex issues and access constraints

Not supported by ACABx because client usage data does not consider the range of complexity in interactions from simple information requests to lengthy interviews

Redistribution of bureaux funding within current funding envelope could lead to service reduction unless alternative funding is sourced

Redistribution of bureaux funding within current funding envelope could lead to service reduction unless alternative funding is sourced

 

 

28.     A comparative overview of the funding models is provided in Attachment C.

29.     ACABx support the new model conditional on the retention of the additional 2018-2019 one‑off funding of $200,000 as part of the baseline operational grant. This increased funding level would ensure that no bureaux would lose funding when the model is implemented in 2019-2020. Increased funding enables the inclusion of the Franklin population in the new funding model.

30.     ACABx has indicated that the funding for deprivation will be allocated to bureaux for initiatives to enhance access to services and to trial the development of new service models.

31.     Staff support the new model as it starts to address equitable services across Auckland through population-based funding and targeted deprivation. The model provides a platform for future service growth and the development of a regional network provision plan for CAB services.

32.     Staff support the addition of $200,000 to the ACABx baseline grant from 2019-2020 to implement the new model and extend service funding across the region. All bureaux will receive their current or increased level of funding if council increases baseline funding by $200,000.

Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera

Council group impacts and views

33.     Council staff from across the business work cooperatively on matters concerning CAB.  Council departments and units that were consulted on the new model and involved in regional network provision planning include:

·        Community Facilities and Community Places – administration of the leases for CAB premises and facility operation

·        Libraries and Information – some CABs are co-located with libraries

·        Service, Strategy and Integration – expertise in service design and integrating service offers.

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

Local impacts and local board views

34.     Local boards provided input to the 2017 review of CAB services, which has informed the development of the new funding model. Local boards generally agreed that a higher level of funding was required to maintain services, and that any funding model needed to consider the area’s demographics and other needs in addition to overall population. 

35.     Overall, local boards reported that they had a good relationship with bureaux, that they were providing valuable, wide-ranging services to the community, and that there was room to improve reporting, service responsiveness and equity of funding.

36.     Feedback is sought from the local board on the proposed new funding model and the retention of the additional $200,000 to baseline funding of $1.867 million provided to ACABx in 2018-2019.

37.     Local board feedback will be included in the report to the Environment and Community Committee in May 2019 to approve a new funding model for CAB. The report will also reflect views on the implementation of the new model from ACABx consultation with bureaux.

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

38.     CAB services are available to all, and there is currently limited targeting of services to groups, including Māori.

39.     Staff and ACABx have worked together on development of the new model and no specific engagement with Māori was undertaken.

Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea

Financial implications

40.     It is recommended that the additional $200,000 is retained in the ACABx baseline grant, bringing the annual total to $2.067 million in 2019-2021. This excludes any consumer price index adjustment.  The additional funding request for the $200,000, is now part of the budget refresh process and includes Executive Leadership Team and Governing Body decisions regarding approval for this funding.

41.     The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board has provided funding from 2015-2018 to Māngere CAB to operate a CAB agency in Ōtāhuhu. Reliance on the local board funding would reduce under the new model, as the Māngere CAB would receive increased funding of 12 per cent if the $200,000 is retained in the ACABx baseline grant.

Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga

Risks and mitigations

42.     In applying the new model without the retention of the additional $200,000, funding to the following bureaux would decline:

·        Helensville (-9 per cent)

·        Wellsford (-4 per cent)

·        CAB North Shore (-19 per cent)

·        CAB Auckland City (-2 per cent)

·        Ōtara (-10 per cent).

43.     If the grant is increased by $200,000 per annum, no bureaux would face a reduction in funding.

44.     There is a risk of reduction in CAB services in some communities if funding declines to bureaux. To mitigate this risk, it is recommended that the additional $200,000 is retained.

Ngā koringa ā-muri

Next steps

45.     Local board feedback will be included in a report to the Environment and Community Committee in May 2019 to approve a funding model.

46.     Staff will work with ACABx to scope a regional network provision plan project by June 2019. The plan development will involve bureaux and other stakeholders in setting the direction for the CAB service from 2021 onwards.

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

20 March 2019 - Kaipātiki Local Board Business Meeting - Local board feedback template

113

b

20 March 2019 - Kaipātiki Local Board Business Meeting - Map of bureaux locations by local board

115

c

20 March 2019 - Kaipātiki Local Board Business Meeting - Comparative overview of funding models

117

     

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Sibyl Mandow - Advisor - ACE

Authorisers

Graham Bodman - General Manager Arts, Community and Events

Louise Mason - GM Local Board Servces

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


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19 March 2019

 

 

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19 March 2019

 

 

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Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Feedback on the Auckland Council draft Freedom Camping in Vehicles bylaw

File No.: CP2019/01975

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       To endorse feedback on the Auckland Council draft Freedom Camping in Vehicles bylaw (the bylaw). 

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

 

Background

2.       Under the Freedom Camping Act 2011 (the Act), freedom camping is generally allowed on land that is controlled or managed by the council.  The Act sets what the council can do to manage freedom camping.

3.       Through a bylaw, the council can identify the places where freedom camping should be prohibited and the places where restrictions are required to manage how freedom camping can occur. The bylaw can include rules for both Auckland Council and Auckland Transport managed land.

4.       The Act does not allow the council to ban freedom camping everywhere in Auckland.

5.       A bylaw under the Act will allow the council to manage freedom camping better by giving enforcement officers the power to issue infringement fines.

6.       To make a bylaw under the new legislation the old bylaw provisions will need to be revoked. The old bylaw provisions do not have infringement powers.

7.       The council can prohibit freedom camping in an area or put restrictions in place if it is necessary to:

·    protect the area, and/or

·    protect the health and safety of people who may visit the area, and/or

·    protect access to the area.

8.       The prohibition or restrictions must be proportionate to the problem for the area.  The council cannot:

·    ban freedom camping everywhere;

·    prohibit areas without evidence that a prohibition is required; and

·    make a bylaw that is inconsistent with the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990.

9.       Council have completed assessments of over 1,000 council managed carparks in Auckland to understand whether the area needs protection from freedom camping in vehicles through the bylaw.  The proposed bylaw has been designed to:

·    have rules that are simple and regionally consistent;

·    only have rules in places where they are required (in areas that are likely to be desirable to freedom campers);

·    ensure that all campers have access to a toilet (either on-board their vehicle or at a 24-hour public toilet);

·    provide more areas for camping in places that are suitable, subject to appropriate restrictions;

·    disperse the impacts camping can have across Auckland; and

·    include site specific restrictions so the council can effectively manage camping.

10.     The draft bylaw proposed that all 28 identified sites across the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board (the local board) area be prohibited from freedom camping.

11.     Public consultation on the draft bylaw was undertaken between 3 December 2018 and 18 February 2019. 

 

Local board feedback

12.     The local board provided feedback on the bylaw’s development at their June 2018 business meeting, where it was resolved:

Resolution number DT/2018/99

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)       recommend to the Regulatory Committee that the 26 sites contained in Attachment A to the agenda report be prohibited through a bylaw under the Freedom Camping Act 2011.

b)            do not support the two proposed sites based on:

i.        Milford estuary and Takapuna beach are environmentally sensitive areas which require protection

ii.       priority should be given to those using the boat ramps, and boat trailer parking at both locations. Additional vehicles at both sites will restrict access for boat users and create further congestion issues in the carpark areas, and surrounding streets

iii.      create health and safety issues for users, particularly children at both locations as in addition to boat ramp access, there several other activities (i.e. people walking on the beach, using the beach for water sports and going to the Takapuna Beach Café) being undertaken at both sites

iv.      the proximity of the Inga Road, Milford location to residences may create noise and anti-social behavior issues.

c)       confirm their general views on the management of freedom camping expressed through the workshop on 24 April 2018 as follows:

i.   freedom camping is to be limited to certified self-contained vehicles only

ii.       certified self-contained campers should be encouraged to use their onboard facilities rather than park infrastructure

iii.  non self-contained campers should be directed to camping grounds

iv. number of vehicles on a site and length of stay needs to be limited

v. size of vehicles and numbers of spaces they take up needs to be addressed

vi. that a booking system and/or permit system should be developed

vii.             facilities should be developed for freedom campers which require a ‘pay per use’

viii.            education of freedom campers on where they can and cannot go is required

ix.      concern that allowing some freedom camping may be perceived as encouraging the activity in the area

x. the Takapuna campground should be utilised and promoted.

d)       that the Governing Body ensures there is sufficient budget and resource to administer the bylaw effectively.

13.     Following public consultation, local boards were invited to provide feedback on the draft bylaw and submit their views to the Freedom Camping in Vehicles bylaw Hearings Panel on 27 February 2019.  The local board chair and deputy chair gave a presentation, which detailed a number of key local issues and implications that the bylaw may have on the local board area.  These include:

·    advocating that following the public consultation process, that the Regulatory Committee continue to prohibit freedom camping from all 28 sites across the area;

·    reiterating that all 28 sites across the local board area are unsuitable for freedom camping (i.e. parks and reserves across the local board area already are already experiencing high utilisation and limited infrastructure to support freedom camping);

·    supporting that freedom camping must be in a certified self-contained vehicle and may spend no more than two nights in the area during a four-week period;

·    not supporting non-self-contained vehicles on council parks and reserves, and recommend they be directed to camping grounds (both council-owned and privately operated);

·    highlighting that the bylaw contains no general rules that can apply to areas not specifically scheduled in the bylaw.  In practice, the draft bylaw would permit freedom camping on local roads with no parking restrictions; and

·    operational and implementation issues (i.e. concern that council’s compliance teams are already responsible for a range of regulatory matters and this bylaw will further stretch their limited resources).

14.     The local board is requested to formalise it’s feedback so that their views and preferences can be considered by the Regulatory Committee, and inform the next phase of the bylaw’s development.

15.     Please refer to:

·    Attachment A: full local board feedback on the draft bylaw;

·    Attachment B: the local board’s presentation to the Freedom Camping in Vehicles Hearings Panel; and

·    Attachment C: Draft Freedom Camping in Vehicles bylaw.

 

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      endorse feedback on the draft Freedom Camping in Vehicles Bylaw as outlined in Attachment A to the agenda report.

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

27 February presentation to Freedom Camping in Vehicles Hearings Panel

123

b

Draft Freedom Camping in Vehicles bylaw

125

c

Local board feedback on draft Freedom Camping in Vehicles bylaw

167

     

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Tristan Coulson - Senior Local Board Advisor Devonport-Takapuna

Authorisers

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


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19 March 2019

 

 

 



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Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Memo                                                         27 February 2019

To:                Councillor Linda Cooper – Chair, Regulatory Committee

All Regulatory Committee members

cc:                 All Devonport-Takapuna Local Board members

From:            George Wood – Chair, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

Grant Gillon – Deputy Chair, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

 

 

Subject:       Devonport-Takapuna Local Board feedback on draft Freedom Camping in Vehicles bylaw

 

1.   The purpose of this memo is to outline the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board’s (the local board) feedback on the draft Freedom Camping in Vehicles bylaw (the bylaw).

2.   This feedback is currently draft and will be formally endorsed by the local board at their March 2019 business meeting.

 

General comments

3.   The local board thank and appreciate the Regulatory Committee’s (the Committee) support to date to prohibit freedom camping in the local board area.

4.   The local board advocate that following the public consultation process, that the Committee continue to prohibit freedom camping from all 28 sites across the area.

5.   In accordance with clause 7(1), the local board consider that all 28 sites across the local board area are unsuitable for freedom camping because:

·    parks and reserves across the local board area already are already experiencing high utilisation from both active and passive recreation users;

·    many parks and reserves in the local board area are for specialised activities (i.e. sports fields, or significant ecological areas) and therefore unsuitable as freedom camping sites;

·    there is extremely limited infrastructure (i.e. suitable carparks and toilets) to support freedom camping in parks and reserves;

·    other areas such as beaches and estuaries are environmentally sensitive areas which require a higher level of protection;

·    several parks, reserves and beaches across the local board area have popular assets such as boat ramps and boat trailer parking spaces.  Allowing additional vehicles at both sites will restrict access for boat users and create further congestion and safety issues in the carpark areas, and surrounding streets; and

·    many parks and reserves across the local board areas are located in urbanised area and within close proximity to residential areas and permitting freedom camping in these areas may create noise and anti-social behaviour issues).


 

Response to bylaw provisions

6.   The local board support the following bylaw provisions:

·    clause 8(1)(a) freedom camping must be in a certified self-contained vehicle;

·    clause 8(1)(c) the vehicle may spend no more than two nights in the area during a four-week period;

·    clause 10(1)(a-d) the council may temporarily restrict freedom camping using a vehicle in all or part of any local authority for one or more of the following purposes:

to protect flora, fauna, land, structures, infrastructure from damage; and/or

to protect public health and safety; and/or

to allow for maintenance; and/or

to allow exclusive use for any person or specified activity.

·    clause 13(1) every person commits an offence who freedom camps or makes preparations to freedom camp in a local authority area in breach of any prohibition or restriction in this Bylaw that applies to the area is liable to a fine of $200, as outlined in the Freedom Camping Act 2011.

7.   The local board do not support clause 9, as non-self-contained vehicles should be directed to camping grounds (both council-owned and privately operated).

 

Other comments

8.   The local board notes significant concern that the bylaw contains no general rules that can apply to areas not specifically scheduled in the bylaw.  In practice, the draft bylaw would permit freedom camping on local roads with no parking restrictions.

9.   The local board consider this a risk to both the draft bylaw and roading network because:

·    local roads in the area are already increased significant pressure from people using them to park and walk to bus stops under the new public transport network;

·    they will contribute towards increased congestion issues in both town centres and residential areas;

·    there is no infrastructure to support freedom camping along road corridors; and

·    allowing freedom camping outside residential areas and outside individual properties is an encroachment on people’s privacy and may create anti-social behaviour issues.

10. The local board strongly recommend that the Committee include general rules that will apply to areas not specifically scheduled in the bylaw.  In addition, these areas should be restricted to certified self-vehicles and be limited to a two-night maximum stay.

 

Implementation and operational comments

11. The local board notes concern that council’s compliance teams are already responsible for a range of regulatory matters (e.g. bylaws breaches, resource consent monitoring, unconsented building work and noise control) and this bylaw will further stretch their limited resources.

12. The local board recommend that a budget be considered so that additional resourcing can support the implementation and regulation of the bylaw.

13. The local board recommend that implementation of the bylaw be supported by an ongoing marketing and education campaign to inform where freedom campers are permitted to stay.  This campaign should also encourage self-contained vehicles to use their on-board facilities rather than park infrastructure.

14. The local board suggest that an online booking / permitting system be developed to manage and control freedom camping at permitted areas.

15. The local board suggest that a user-pays system for infrastructure and facilities should be developed at permitted freedom camping areas

 

 

 

 

 

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Local board feedback on the draft Tūpuna Maunga Operational Plan 2019/2020

File No.: CP2019/02593

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       To endorse feedback on the draft Tūpuna Maunga Operational Plan 2019/2020.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2.       The Ngā Mana Whenua o Tāmaki Makaurau Collective Redress Act 2014 requires the Tūpuna Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau Authority to prepare an Annual Operational Plan.

3.       The draft Tūpuna Maunga Operational Plan 2019/2020 sets out what the Tūpuna Maunga Authority expects from Auckland Council in terms of management of the Tūpuna Maunga and associated projects and programmes.  It covers the financial year 2019/2020 in detail and provides indicative long-term funding information for the years 2019/2020 through to 2027/2028.

4.       In its Integrated Management Plan for the Tūpuna Maunga, the Tūpuna Maunga Authority has articulated a set of values of the Tūpuna Maunga. The values promote the statutory purpose of the Tūpuna Maunga under section 109 of the Ngā Mana Whenua o Tāmaki Makaurau Collective Redress Act 2014, where in exercising its powers and functions the Authority must have regard to the spiritual, ancestral, cultural, customary and historical significance of the Tūpuna Maunga to Ngā Mana Whenua.

5.       The values weave together and give expression to mana whenua and other world views, and the connections and histories in a manner that highlights the way in which these views complement each other and create a richness to the relationship people have with the Tūpuna Maunga and multiple ways in which ways in which these relationships are thought of and expressed.

6.       The values provide a strategic framework to guide the Tūpuna Maunga Authority in making any decision about the Tūpuna Maunga.  The values are the key driver of the Tūpuna Maunga work programme that was confirmed through the Long-Term Plan 2018 -2028.

7.       Included in the draft plan is a programme of works that has been organised along the following themes:

·    Wairuatanga / Spiritual;

·    Mana Aotūroa / Cultural and Heritage;

·    Takotoranga / Landscape;

·    Mauri Pūnaha Hauropi / Ecology & Biodiversity;

·    Mana Hononga Tangata / Living Connection;

·    Whai Rawa Whakauka / Economic & Commercial; and

·    Mana Whai a Rēhia / Recreational

8.       The draft Tūpuna Maunga Operational Plan 2019/2020 is to be considered within the framework of the Auckland Council 2019/2020 Annual Budget.

9.       The local board is requested to provide feedback on the draft operational plan by the 20th March 2019, which will inform the Tūpuna Maunga Authority’s work programme for the next financial year.

10.     Please refer to the following attachments:

·    Attachment A: local board feedback on the draft Tūpuna Maunga Operational Plan 2019/2020;

·    Attachment B: draft Tūpuna Maunga Operational Plan 2019/2020.

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      endorse feedback on the draft Tūpuna Maunga Operational Plan 2019/2020 as outlined in Attachment A. 

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Local board feedback on the Tupuna Maunga o Tamaki Makarau – Draft annual operational plan 2019/2020

173

b

Tupuna Maunga o Tamaki Makarau – Draft annual operational plan 2019/2020

177

     

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Tristan Coulson - Senior Local Board Advisor Devonport-Takapuna

Authoriser

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Memo                                                        

6 March 2019

To:                Paul Majurey – Chair, Tūpuna Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau Authority

All Tūpuna Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau Authority members

cc:                 Dominic Wilson – Head of Co-Governance, Auckland Council

From:            George Wood – Chair, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

Grant Gillon – Deputy Chair, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

 

 

Subject:       Devonport-Takapuna Local Board feedback on the Tūpuna Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau Authority Draft Operational Plan 2019/2020

 

1.   This memo details the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board’s (the local board) feedback on the Tūpuna Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau Authority (the Tūpuna Maunga Authority) Draft Operational Plan 2019/2020.

2.   The local board is appreciative and welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on the draft operational plan.

 

Feedback by section

 

Tūpuna Maunga work programme 2018-2028

 

3.   Wairuatanga / Spiritful value, the local board:

·    support the protection and restoration of tihi by completing the implementation of pedestrianisation at Takarunga / Mt Victoria.

·    support complete installation of generic signs at each Tūpuna Maunga and develop comprehensive and specific interpretation for each Tūpuna Maunga using signs, notice boards, visual aids, interactive displays, art etc that recognises and shares with visitors the significance of the Tūpuna Maunga and mana whenua’s relation to them. 

·    support off-site interpretation/storing telling: develop technology and digital content to complement on-site interpretation.

·    suggests that the proposed education programmes be brought forward to years one – three (2018-2020) and prioritised to ensure ongoing, increased awareness in the role and values of the Tūpuna Maunga Authority.

·    support settings that inspire reverence, aroha, respect and awareness of the Tūpuna Maunga as treasures through new and distinct entrance signs.  The local board encourage the Tūpuna Maunga Authority to work with both groups located on the maunga and the wider community.

·    request input and collaboration with the Tūpuna Maunga Authority on the identified plans and strategies, as the local board’s views and preferences can help develop robust documents that also reflect the local community.

·    support the implementation and ongoing work relating to the transfer of Maungauika / North Head to be administered by the Tūpuna Maunga Authority.

4.   Mana Aotūroa / Cultural and Heritage value, the local board:

·    support greater on the ground Tūpuna Maunga Authority presence from year 3 onwards, and welcome opportunities to work alongside the local board to utilise their networks and relationships in the local community.

·    support sharing European and other histories and geological significance: develop interpretation that honours the multiple narratives, cultural meaning and connections felt and expressed among all people of Tāmaki Makaurau over the Tūpuna Maunga and the geological significance of the Tūpuna Maunga.

·    support neighbours and local communities: communicate and collaborate with neighbours and local communities to enhance the values of the Tūpuna Maunga, and welcome opportunities to work alongside the local board to utilise their networks and relationships in the local community.

5.   Takotoranga / Landscape value, the local board:

·    request both local board and community engagement when determining new, or removing existing infrastructure. 

·    the local board encourages the Tūpuna Maunga Authority to consider community-led approaches, or work with existing volunteer networks when undertaking pest and weed control initiatives.

·    support proposed volunteering programme to create opportunities for people to contribute to the wellbeing of the Tūpuna Maunga.

·    the local board chemical-free approaches to pest and weed management on the Tūpuna Maunga.

6.   Mana Whai a Rehia / Recreational value, the local board:

·    support the track network development, and request that where possible, they align to and enhance local board greenway plans that have been developed. 

·    support the development of the way finding programme.

 

Funding and Revenue

 

7.   The local board support the proposed level of operational and capital funding to ensure the appropriate conservation and protection of the Tūpuna Maunga.

 

Maungauika / North Head

 

8.   Support the one-off financial grant of $409,500 from the crown in recognition of deferred maintenance costs.

9.   Once the planning and allocation of capital and operational expenditure programme has been confirmed, the local board request a briefing with the Tūpuna Maunga Authority operational staff understand what works will be undertaken, and an indicative timeline.

 

Takarunga / Mt. Victoria

 

10. The following table provides the local board response to the proposed projects scheduled for Takarunga / Mt. Victoria:

 

Capital or operational expenditure programme years one to three

Local board response

Interpretation / storytelling

Complete installation of generic signs and then prepare and implement network wide programme to develop comprehensive site-specific interpretation

The local board welcomes the opportunity to work collaboratively with the Tūpuna Maunga Authority and the three business improvement districts, through their ‘Shore Coast Tourism’ initiative to provide cultural and economic development opportunities.

Protection and restoration of tihi

Repurpose or remove redundant parking and reinstate and minimise impact of remaining infrastructure.

The local board requests that they and the local community are kept informed of this project as it develops.

The local board support the reservoir remaining at the Takarunga summit as it currently acts a key piece of infrastructure for the local community, and would be a key water supply for the Devonport area in the event of a civil defence emergency.

Ancillary visitor infrastructure

Develop toilets

The local board support the development of toilets at Takarunga.

Track network

Develop track network to improve access and protect values

The local board support this project and request it be align to and enhance the local board greenway plans that has been developed. 

Way-finding

Complete installation of main entrance and secondary destination signs and progressively implement additional way-finding

The local board support this project and welcomes the opportunity on how this can be considered in conjunction with the Shore Tourism initiative (as outlined above).

Signage

Repairs and /or the replacement of signs

The local board support this proposed project.

 

 


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Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Park bench application at 4 Victoria Road, Devonport

File No.: CP2019/02778

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       To consider a land owner consent application for a memorial park bench at 4 Victoria Road, Devonport.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2.       Council’s Parks and Places team has received an application from Mrs. Alexandra Jackson-Forrester for a memorial park bench and plaque to be installed at 4 Victoria Road, Devonport.  The new bench will commemorate Mr. Bryan Jackson and his association with the Devonport community.

3.       Mr. Jackson was a long-time Devonport resident from the early 1950’s until his death in 2015.  His early endeavors centered around his successful caravan and other business ventures, such as restoring and exhibiting antiques and vintage cars in his two public museums: Bryan Jackson’s Muzeum of Sound, Light, and Transport, in Marua Road, Mount Wellington, and Jackson’s Muzeum in the Old Devonport Post Office, in Victoria Avenue.

4.       Mr. Jackson restored and preserved tens of thousands of relics and a vast array of artifacts, that would otherwise have been lost to future generations, including over fifty vintage cars and building fixtures.  Mr. Jackson donated many items to the Auckland War Memorial Museum and MOTAT, amongst others, many of which are currently on display Mr. Jackson was also a generous supporter of many clubs and associations, including the Vintage Car Club, the Bottle Club and the Tool Club. 

5.       Mr. Jackson was sought after for his general knowledge, expertise and experience in restoring antiques by local and international collectors. However, one of Bryan’s greatest passions was contributing to, and supporting the local businesses and residents of Devonport. He gave generously to the local Probus Club, which relied heavily on his contributions.

6.       The proposed location of the bench is at 4 Victoria Road Devonport, adjacent to King Edward Parade, Devonport.  Please refer to Attachment C for the proposed location of the park bench.

7.       The application has been assessed in accordance with the council’s Plaques and Memorials on Parks Interim Guidelines criteria. Staff conclude that based on the information available, the application does meet the ‘an important historical figure or important person associated with the area’ clause of the guidelines.

8.       There are no foreseen issues with implementation, and the applicant has confirmed they will pay for the seat, plaque and installation.

9.       Council will be responsible for ongoing maintenance of the asset.

10.     Staff recommend that the local board grant land owner consent to replace the existing asset with a new park bench to commemorate Mr. Jackson.

11.     Please refer to Attachments A through C for all supporting documentation relating to the land owner consent application.

 

 

 

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      consider land owner consent for a new park bench 4 Victoria Road, Devonport.

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Memo - staff analysis and advice on proposed park bench application

267

b

Application for park bench at 4 Victoria Road, Devonport

271

c

Proposed location for park bench

275

     

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Tristan Coulson - Senior Local Board Advisor Devonport-Takapuna

Authoriser

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Memorandum                     

 

To:                  Devonport- Takapuna Local Board

 

From:              George McMahon - Parks and Places Specialist

 

Date:               Monday, 25th February 2018

 

Subject:          Bryan Wardley Jackson, memorial seat to be installed at 4 Victoria Road Devonport, adjacent to King Edward Parade, Devonport

_____________________________________________________________________________

 

 

1.         Introduction

 

The purpose of this memorandum is to determine whether the Devonport- Takapuna Local Board support Auckland Council staff exercising their delegation to provide approval for a donated park bench with plaque to be installed at 4 Victoria Road, Devonport.

 

2.         Detail

 

In accordance with the “Plaques and Memorials on Parks Interim Guidelines”, an application form (attachment A) from Alexandra Jackson-Forrester (Daughter) has been received to provide for a donation of a park bench, at 4 Victoria Road, Devonport. 

Attachment B to this memorandum is a map showing the proposed location on the ground. There is an existing seat on site that will be replaced with a new seat of similar style.

To determine appropriateness of memorials, an assessment of the application is undertaken in accordance with the plaques and memorials guidelines.  The key generic protocols and assessment criteria for assessing an application is as follows:

Where there is no policy (i.e. identified in Reserve Management Plan), plaques and memorial structures will only be approved in recognition of:

i)          An important historical figure or important person associated with the park or locality;

ii)         An important cultural location;

iii)         An organisation or community group involved in the development of the area; or

iv)        A significant event e.g. events of civic (national or local) nature.

 

3.         General

The application has been assessed in accordance with the policy; the information available suggests the application does meet the generic protocols for plaques and memorials.

An important historical figure or important person associated with the area

 

 4.        Implementation Issues

There are no foreseen issues with implementation. The applicant has confirmed they will pay for the seat, plaque and installation.

 

5.         Comments

 

Bryan Jackson was a long-time Devonport Resident from the early 1950’s until his death in 2015.

His early endeavours centred around his successful caravan, and other business ventures, his most significant contribution to Auckland, revolved around his tireless work in restoring and exhibiting antiques and vintage cars in his two public Museums, Bryan Jackson’s Muzeum of Sound, Light, and Transport, in Marua Rd, Mount Wellington, and Jackson’s Muzeum in the Old Devonport Post Office, in Victoria Avenue.

 

He restored and preserved tens of thousands of relics, a vast array of artifacts, that would otherwise have been lost to future generations, including over fifty vintage cars, building fixtures, music boxes, lighting, toys, postcards, pratt jars, hats, whole themed rooms, and countless more. 

 

Bryan donated many items to the Auckland War Memorial Museum, and MOTAT, amongst others, many of which are currently on display, and was a generous supporter to many Clubs and Associations, including the Vintage Car Club, the Bottle Club and the Tool Club. Bryan was sort after for his general knowledge, and his expertise and experience in restoring antiques, by local and international collectors, However, one of Bryan’s greatest passions was contributing too, and supporting the local businesses and residents of Devonport. He gave generously to the local Probus club, which relied heavily on his contributions

 

The Parks and Places supports the application to install a memorial park bench at 4 Victoria Road, adjacent to Windsor Reserve, as per the details, contained within attachment A and B.

 

 

6.         Recommendation

 

That the Devonport- Takapuna Local Board, support the Manager Land Advisory Services, Stakeholder and Land Advisory, Community Facilities, exercising their delegation to approve the landowner approval to the applicant.

 

7.         Attachments

 

Attachment A – Application from Alexandra Jackson-Forrester

Attachment B – Proposed location of memorial seat bench

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

 

 

Local and Sports Parks Plaques and Memorials Application form

 

Date:

28/9/2018

 

Applicant:

Name/Organisation:

Alexandra C Jackson-Forrester

Position title:

Daughter

Contact number:

022 6200 498

Email address:

888ajf@gmail.com

Commemorating:

 

Person/group or event:

Bryan Wardley Jackson

Reason:

Bryan Jackson was a well-known identity in Auckland from the early 1950’s until his death in 2015. Although his early endeavours centred around his successful caravan, and other business ventures, his most significant contribution to Auckland and New Zealand as a whole, revolved around his tireless work in restoring and exhibiting antiques and vintage cars in his two public Museums, Bryan Jackson’s Muzeum of Sound, Light, and Transport, in Marua Rd, Mount Wellington, and Jackson’s Muzeum in the Old Devonport Post Office, in Victoria Avenue. He restored and preserved tens of thousands of relics, a vast array of artifacts, that would otherwise have been lost to future generations, including over fifty vintage cars, building fixtures, music boxes, lighting, toys, postcards, pratt jars, hats, whole themed rooms, and countless more.  Bryan donated many items to the Auckland War Memorial Museum, and MOTAT, amongst others, many of which are currently on display, and was a generous supporter to many Clubs and Associations, including the Vintage Car Club, the Bottle Club and the Tool Club, etc.

 

Brayan was sort after for his general knowledge, and his expertise and experience in restoring antiques, by local and international collectors, and was known by enthusiasts all over the world. However, one of Bryan’s greatest passions was contributing too, and supporting the local businesses and residents of Devonport. He gave generously to the local Probus club, which relied heavily on his contributions, and also provided support to locals who were going through tough times. He paid for people’s dental work, reestablishment costs after a fire, and travel expenses for local children who hoped to compete in sporting competitions.

 

In short, it would be a huge shame for my father’s contributions to Devonport and to the preservation of New Zealand’s history to go unnoticed and pass into shadow, without the attention he so generously and lovingly gave to preserving these priceless examples of our past, being recognized and remembered. 

 

 

Plaque

 

Text:

Bryan Wardley Jackson, remembered here for his tireless endeavours to restore, preserve, and

 

 

 

 

display relics, artifacts, and mementos of the past in Jackson’s Muzeum in the Old Devonport Post Office, and in Museums and collections throughout New Zealand, and for his generous contributions and support for the people of Devonport.

 

Memorial     

 

Type:

 

 

Furniture

 

Description:

Park Bench

Tree   

 

Species:

 

Ceremony

 

 

 

 

Preferred location:

Windsor Park – Devonport: At the end of Buchanan St.

NB: Photo must be attached.

Attached

 

 

 

 

NB:   All applications must be in accordance with the policies set out in the Auckland Council Parks, Sport and Recreation Plaques and Memorials on Parks Interim Guidelines 2011

       

 


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Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Park bench application at Tiri Road end of Milford Beach, Milford

File No.: CP2019/01470

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       To consider a land owner consent application for a memorial park bench and plaque at the Tiri Road end of Milford Beach, Milford.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2.       Council’s Parks and Places team has received an application from Mrs. Jan Gopperth for a memorial park bench and plaque to be installed at the Tiri Road end of Milford Beach, Milford.  The new bench will commemorate Mr. Brian Osborne and is association with the Takapuna community. Mr. Osbourne unfortunately passed away in June 2018 after a two-year battle with cancer.

3.       Mr. Osborne was a long-time resident of Takapuna who would often walk the Takapuna to Milford walkway with his family.  Mr. Osborne worked as part of the Save Takapuna Beach Holiday Park campaign over a five-year period to ensure that the community voice was heard during the process.  On 23 November 2018, business clients and friends organised the Brian Osborne Memorial Golf Tournament, held in his honour.  This will be an annual fund-raising event, with the proceeds donated to North Shore Hospice in Brian’s name.

4.       The proposed location of the bench is along the Watercare easement, on the grassed area by 6 Audrey Road, Milford.  Please refer to Attachment C for the proposed location of the park bench.

5.       The application has been assessed in accordance with the council’s Plaques and Memorials on Parks Interim Guidelines criteria.  Staff conclude that based on the information available, the application does meet the ‘an important historical figure or important person associated with the area’ clause of the guidelines.

6.       The applicant has been advised to contact the neighbours along Audrey Road to request their support of the seat.  This has not been received but will be confirmed following the local board’s decision.

7.       There are no foreseen issues with implementation, and the applicant has confirmed they will pay for the seat, plaque and installation.

8.       Staff recommend that the local board grant land owner consent to replace the existing asset with a new park bench to commemorate Mr. Osborne.

9.       Please refer to Attachments A through E for all supporting documentation relating to the land owner consent application.


 

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      consider land owner consent for a new park bench to be installed at the Tiri Road end of Milford Beach, Milford to commemorate Mr. Brian Osborne.

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Memo - Staff analysis and advice on park bench application

279

b

Application for park bench on Tiri Road end of Milford Beach, Milford

281

c

Proposed location for park bench

285

d

Images of proposed location

287

e

Letters of support

291

     

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Tristan Coulson - Senior Local Board Advisor Devonport-Takapuna

Authoriser

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Memorandum                     

 

To:                  Devonport- Takapuna Local Board

 

From:              George McMahon - Parks and Places Specialist

 

Date:               Friday, 8th February 2019

 

Subject:          Mr Brian Osborne, memorial seat to be installed at Milford- Takapuna Walkway, R21 Tiri Road, Takapuna

_____________________________________________________________________________

 

 

1.         Introduction

 

The purpose of this memorandum is to determine whether the Devonport- Takapuna Local Board support Auckland Council staff exercising their delegation to provide approval for a donated park bench memorial seat to be installed at Milford- Takapuna Walkway, R21 Tiri Road, Takapuna.

 

2.         Detail

 

In accordance with the “Plaques and Memorials on Parks Interim Guidelines”, an application form (attachment A) from Jan Gopperth (Wife) has been received to provide for a donation of a park bench, at R21 Tiri Road, Takapuna

Attachment B to this memorandum is a map showing the proposed location on the ground.

To determine appropriateness of memorials, an assessment of the application is undertaken in accordance with the plaques and memorials guidelines.  The key generic protocols and assessment criteria for assessing an application is as follows:

Where there is no policy (i.e. identified in Reserve Management Plan), plaques and memorial structures will only be approved in recognition of:

i)          An important historical figure or important person associated with the park or locality;

ii)         An important cultural location;

iii)         An organisation or community group involved in the development of the area; or

iv)        A significant event e.g. events of civic (national or local) nature.

 

3.         General

The application has been assessed in accordance with the policy; the information available suggests the application does meet the generic protocols for plaques and memorials.

An important historical figure or important person associated with the area

 

 4.        Implementation Issues

There are no foreseen issues with implementation. The applicant has confirmed they will pay for the seat, plaque and installation.

 

 

 

5.         Comments

 

Brian Osborne worked as part of the Save Takapuna Beach Holiday Park over a five year period. Brian attended local board meetings and Commissioner’s Hearings to ensure that the community voice was heard during the process. Brian was a long- term resident of Takapuna who would often walk the Takapuna to Milford Walkway with his family. On 23 November 2018 business clients and friends organised the Brian Osborne Memorial Golf Tournament, held in his honour. This will be an annual fund-raising event, with the proceeds donated to North Shore Hospice in Brian’s name. We were able to make a sizeable donation to the Hospice this year in Brian’s name, following the tournament.

 

The Park and Places Specialist supports the application, the applicant has shown a connection to the Takapuna Holiday park that sits on park land. Options were discussed to include a plaque on bench seating, the family has requested that a seat be installed further along the walkway. The applicant has been advised to contact neighbours at Audrey Road to request their support of the seat. This has not been received however will be confirmed with the local board upon receipt.

 

 

6.         Recommendation

 

That the Devonport- Takapuna Local Board, support the Manager Land Advisory Services, Stakeholder and Land Advisory, Community Facilities, exercising their delegation to approve the landowner approval to the applicant.

 

7.         Attachments

 

Attachment A – Application form dated 06/12/2018

Attachment B - Location of proposed seat

Attachment C – Letters of support

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

 

 

Local and Sports Parks Plaques and Memorials Application form

 

Date:

 

4 December 2018

 

Applicant:

Name/Organisation:

Jan Gopperth

Position title:

 

Contact number:

021 526467

Email address:

jan@gopperth.nz

Commemorating:

 

Person/group or event:

Brian Osborne

Reason:

 

Brian was a long-term resident of the North Shore. He lived in Hurstmere Road and prior to that in Earnoch Avenue. He loved his local neighbourhoods of Takapuna and Milford. He had a special connection with the local beaches and walked daily along the coastal walkway between Takapuna and Milford until his illness prevented it. At the very end, just days before his death, he was determined to make his daily walk. He decided that walking to the end of O’Neills Avenue and sitting on the bench seat watching the ocean was a pretty good effort. It was one of his many attempts to convince his Oncologist to give him more chemo, even though he had been told there was no hope and that, in fact, it was likely to speed up his death.

 

 

 

 

Brian loved his local community and spent many years at my side, working with the Save Takapuna Beach Holiday Park supporters group. He gave his unwavering support over 5 years to save our beloved campground and to prevent development of the northern reserve. He wanted to help ensure that the children and grandchildren of our community, and further afield, could continue to experience the joy of campground holidays that he had the privilege to enjoy when he was a child. He worked away quietly behind the scenes and never expected any recognition for his efforts. He printed out flyers on his home printer and hand delivered hundreds of them to households in Milford and Takapuna. He wrote speeches and presented them at Local Board meetings. He helped on Takapuna Beach and at the Takapuna markets to collect signatures for the Council’s feedback poll.

 

Brian was a driving force behind the Holiday Park Working Bee in September 2015 when he helped to facilitate a massive clean-up. He sat through many Board Meetings and Commissioner’s Hearings to help ensure that the local community was heard.

 

Brian spent hours watching the ocean and he especially loved watching fishing boats launch off Takapuna Beach and the various ocean activities and water-sports. He was always picking up litter, especially broken glass, from the beach, anxious that a small child might cut their feet. He especially enjoyed watching locals fishing off the black rocks in front of Audrey Road and it is by this spot that the family would like to have a memorial bench in his name. Over the years Brian would take our grandchildren on his favourite walk and share his knowledge of the local area. He taught them about the fossil forest in front of the holiday park and the Lake Pupuke eruption. He taught them about the ocean and tides and the creatures that lived there and in the rock pools by Milford Beach. Our grandchildren were most entranced by Merksworth Castle, the Giant’s Chair and the swimming pool made of black rock and the captivating story that their Grandad told about how they came to exist. Our grandchildren now pass the story along to visitors that they take on the coastal walkway.

 

Brian battled terminal cancer for two years after an initial prognosis of 6 months. He was a fighter. He died at North Shore Hospice in June this year. He was cremated and asked for his ashes to be scattered at sea in the future, together with mine. The family would all very much value a place to sit and remember Brian – husband, father, uncle and Gran Beanie, as the children called him, and remember him at his favourite spot.

 

Brian was not a notable local figure. He was a family man, a local resident. Someone who loved his community and worked quietly behind the scenes, always lending a helping hand to friends and family. He was greatly respected. On 23 November this year his business clients and friends organised the Brian Osborne Memorial Golf Tournament, held in his honour. This will be an annual fund-raising event, with the proceeds donated to North Shore Hospice in Brian’s name. We were able to make a sizeable donation to the Hospice this year in Brian’s name, following the tournament.

 

Brian was well travelled but he felt most at home on the rocky Takapuna – Milford coastal walkway, with the waves splashing at his feet and the smell of the ocean breaking over the black rocks of Milford Beach. We do hope you can grant this request for a memorial seat, not only for the family, but also for the use of our community and other travellers to take a short break and enjoy our beautiful ocean and views of Rangitoto.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Plaque

 

Text:

In memory of Brian Osborne, local resident, who loved this spot (1952 – 2018)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Memorial     

 

Type:

 

 

Furniture

 

Description:

 

Memorial Park Bench

Tree   

 

Species:

 

Ceremony

 

 

None

 

Preferred location:

 

Alongside the beach walkway in front of 6 Audrey Road, facing the ocean. Second preference:  Thorne Bay. Third preference: At the bottom of Minnehaha Avenue. Photos attached.

NB: Photo must be attached.

 

 

 

 

 

NB:   All applications must be in accordance with the policies set out in the Auckland Council Parks, Sport and Recreation Plaques and Memorials on Parks Interim Guidelines 2011

       

 


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Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

2019 Local Government New Zealand Conference and Annual General Meeting

File No.: CP2019/02319

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       To inform local boards about the Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington, from Sunday 7 July to Tuesday 9 July 2019, and to invite local boards to nominate elected members to attend.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2.       The LGNZ Conference and AGM takes place at the TSB Arena, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington from 1.30pm Sunday 7 July to 12.30pm on Tuesday 9 July 2019.

3.       Local board members are invited to attend the conference. As the venue for 2019 is in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington and given the cost of elected member attendance, staff recommend that one member per local board attend.

4.       The Governing Body can select up to five Governing Body members to attend the conference.

5.       In addition to the official delegates, LGNZ requires prior notice of which local board members plan to attend the AGM. Members wishing to attend are asked to register their intention with the Kura Kāwana programme by Friday 12 April 2019 so that this information can be provided to LGNZ.

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      nominate one elected member to attend the Local Government New Zealand 2019 Conference and Annual General Meeting in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington, from Sunday 7 July to Tuesday 9 July 2019.

b)      confirm that conference attendance, including travel and accommodation, will be paid for in accordance with the current Auckland Council Elected Member Expense Policy.

c)      note that any members who wish to attend the AGM must provide their names to the Kura Kāwana programme team by Friday 12 April 2019 to ensure that they are registered with Local Government New Zealand.

 

 


 

Horopaki

Context

6.       This year, the LGNZ conference and AGM will be held at the TSB Arena, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington, from Sunday 7 July to Tuesday 9 July 2019. The AGM will commence at 1.30pm on Sunday 7 July 2018, with the conference programme commencing at 4.30pm on that day and concluding at 12.30pm on Tuesday 9 July 2019.

7.       The conference programme has the theme ‘Riding the localism wave: Putting communities in charge’. The high-level programme is attached (refer Attachment A).

8.       The AGM takes place on the first day of the conference. The LGNZ constitution permits the Auckland Council to appoint four delegates to represent it at the AGM, with one of the delegates being appointed as presiding delegate.

9.       Elected members who hold LGNZ roles are:

Mayor Phil Goff

Metro Sector representative on the National Council

Councillor Penny Hulse

Chair of Zone One and Zone One representative on National Council, Member Conference Committee

Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore

Auckland Council representative on Regional Sector

Councillor Wayne Walker

Auckland Council representative on Zone One

Councillor Alf Filipaina

LGNZ Te Maruata Roopu Whakahaere

Councillor Richard Hills

Member Policy Advisory Group

Waitematā Local Board Chair Pippa Coom

Member Governance and Strategy Advisory Group

10.     Traditionally the four AGM delegates have been the Mayor, the Chief Executive and two Governing Body members who hold LGNZ roles. 

11.     The Governing Body will consider an item on AGM attendance at its meeting on 28 March 2019 which includes the recommendation that Mayor Phil Goff be the presiding delegate and the other three delegates be comprised of either:

·        two members of the Governing Body who hold a formal representation role with LGNZ and the Chief Executive, or

·        one member of the Governing Body who holds a formal representation role with LGNZ and the Chief Executive, and a local board member.

12.     Delegates in 2018 were:

·        Mayor Phil Goff

·        Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore

·        Councillor Penny Hulse

·        Local Board Chairperson Pippa Coom.

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

13.     Local board members are invited to attend the conference. As the venue for 2019 is in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington and given the cost of elected member attendance, it is recommended that one member per local board attend.

14.     This means that a maximum of 26 Auckland Council elected members would attend the conference.

15.     Delegates who attend are encouraged to report back to their local boards.

16.     In addition, local board members can attend the AGM as observers, or as a delegate (depending on the Governing Body decision), provided their names are included on the AGM registration form, which will be signed by the Mayor.

17.     LGNZ requires prior notice of which local board members plan to attend the AGM. Members wishing to attend are asked to register their intention with the Kura Kāwana programme by Friday 12 April 2019 so that this information can be collated and provided to LGNZ.

Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera

Council group impacts and views

18.     The Governing Body will also consider an item on conference attendance at its meeting on 28 March 2019 which includes the recommendations that the Mayor is appointed presiding delegate to the AGM and that three other delegates be appointed (one of which may be a local board member).  It is recommended that these delegates also attend the LGNZ conference, along with any other Governing Body members up to a total of five attendees.

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

Local impacts and local board views

19.     The LGNZ Conference has relevance to local board members and their specific roles and responsibilities and is in line with the purpose provided for in the elected member development budget.

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

20.     The LGNZ National Council has a sub-committee, Te Maruata, which has the role of promoting increased representation of Māori as elected members of local government, and of enhancing Māori participation in local government processes. It also provides support for councils in building relationships with iwi, hapu and Māori groups. Te Maruata provides Māori input on development of future policies or legislation relating to local government. Councillor Alf Filipaina is a member of the sub-committee. Te Maruata will hold a hui on 6 July 2019.

Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea

Financial implications

21.     The normal registration rate is $1410 (early bird) or $1510 (standard).

22.     Costs of attendance for one member from each local board are to be met from the elected members’ development budget, as managed by the Kura Kāwana Programme.


 

Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga

Risks and mitigations

23.     The key risk is of delayed decision-making impacting costs and registration choices. 

24.     The sooner the registration for the nominated local board member can be made, the more likely it is that Auckland Council can take advantage of early bird pricing for the conference and flights, all done via bulk booking. 

25.     Delayed information may also impact registration into preferred conference streams or events.

Ngā koringa ā-muri

Next steps

26.     Once members are confirmed to attend, the Kura Kāwana programme will co-ordinate and book all conference registrations, as well as requests to attend the AGM.

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Programme for 2019 LGNZ conference and AGM

299

     

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Linda Gifford - Programme Manager Kura Kawana

Authorisers

Louise Mason - GM Local Board Services

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

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19 March 2019

 

 

Elected Members' Reports

File No.: CP2019/02196

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       An opportunity is provided for the members of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board to provide updates on the projects and issues they have been involved in since the February Meeting

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      receive and thank Deputy Chairperson G Gillon for his written report.

b)      receive and thank Member J O’Connor for her written report.

c)      receive and thank members for their verbal reports

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Deputy Chairperson Gillon Report - March 2019

305

b

Member O'Connor Report - March 2019

309

     

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Rhiannon Foulstone-Guinness - Democracy Advisor

Authoriser

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

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19 March 2019

 

 

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Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Chairpersons' Report

File No.: CP2019/02189

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       An opportunity is provided for the Chairperson of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board to provide updates on the projects and issues relevant to the board.

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      receive and thank Chairperson G Wood for his verbal report

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

There are no attachments for this report.    

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Rhiannon Foulstone-Guinness - Democracy Advisor

Authoriser

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Ward Councillors Update

File No.: CP2019/02203

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board allocated a period of time for Ward Councillors, Chris Darby and Richard Hills, to update the board on activities of the Governing Body.

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      Thank Cr Chris Darby and Cr Richard Hills for their update to the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board on the activities of the Governing Body.

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

There are no attachments for this report.    

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Rhiannon Foulstone-Guinness - Democracy Advisor

Authoriser

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board - Record of Worshops February 2019

File No.: CP2019/02211

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       To provide a record of Devonport-Takapuna Local Board workshops held during February 2019

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2.       At the workshop held on 05 February 2019, the board was briefed on:

·    Auckland Transport

-     Safe Schools Street Pilot

-     Taharoto Road.

·    Community Facilities

-     Patuone Boardwalk Update

-     Milford Toilet Update.

·    Parks, Sport and Recreation

-     Ecological volunteers and environmental programme

-     Parks for physical fitness (line item 418) changes

-     Out and About programme activity update.

-     Kawerau Reserve Naming

3.       At the workshop held on 12 February 2019, the board was briefed on:

·    Arts, Community and Events

-     Changes to the Community Places work plan

-     Killarney Park Public Art Update

-     Milford Reserve Public Art Update

·    Community Facilities

-     Project Streetscapes Update

4.       At the workshop held on 26 February 2019, the board was briefed on:

·    Community Facilities

-     Devonport-Takapuna Renewal Update

·    Ports of Auckland

-     Ports of Auckland Master Plan Update

-     Channel Deepening Project Update

 

5.       Records of these workshops are attached to this report.

 

 

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      receive the records of the workshops held in February 2019

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Workshop Record - 05 February 2019

317

b

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Workshop Record - 12 February 2019

319

c

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Workshop Record - 26 February 2019

321

     

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Rhiannon Foulstone-Guinness - Democracy Advisor

Authoriser

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

 


Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

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19 March 2019

 

 

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19 March 2019

 

 

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Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

19 March 2019

 

 

Governance Forward Work Calendar

File No.: CP2019/02222

 

  

 

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1.       To provide an update on reports to be presented to the board for 2018

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2.       The governance forward work calendar was introduced in 2016 as part of Auckland Council’s quality advice programme. The calendar aims to support local boards’ governance role by:

·    ensuring advice on meeting agendas is driven by the local board priorities

·    clarifying what advice is expected and when

·    clarifying the rationale for reports.

3.       The calendar also aims to provide guidance to staff supporting local boards and greater transparency for the public. The calendar is updated monthly, reported to local board business meetings, and distributed to council staff.

4.       The March 2019 governance forward work calendar for the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board is provided as Attachment A.

 

 

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board:

a)      note the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board governance forward work calendar for March as set out in Attachment A of this agenda report.

 

 

Ngā tāpirihanga

Attachments

No.

Title

Page

a

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board – Governance Forward Work Calendar – March 2019

325

   

Ngā kaihaina

Signatories

Author

Rhiannon Foulstone-Guinness - Democracy Advisor

Authoriser

Eric Perry - Relationship Manager

     

    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Attachment A

 

 

 

Attachment A