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Resolution number HB/2020/84
MOVED by Member J Fitzgerald, seconded by
Member J Parfitt:
That the Hibiscus and Bays Local
Board:
a)
receive
consultation feedback on regional proposals in the Emergency Budget 2020/2021
from people or organisations based in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area
b)
provide the
following feedback on the proposed Emergency Budget 2020/2021:
i)
supports a 3.5%
rates rise acknowledging that this may not be a popular position in these
difficult economic times as the consequence of a lower rates increase would
seriously impact on council services, result in reductions in service
standards, be detrimental to the natural environment and adversely impact on
community wellbeing
Note: Over 80% of submitters in the local board
area supported an increase of 2.5% or greater
ii)
request that
Auckland Council be proactive in informing the public of the current rates
relief options, including the central government’s schemes, that are
already available
iii) note the high number (69%) of submitters from
the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area are in support of the suspension of
the Accommodation Provider targeted rate
iv) note the proposal to temporarily defer
interest payments on loan repayment rates (for example Riverhaven Drive) is
for those residents who wish to take up the option
v)
support the
proposal to delay or defer for the 2020/2021 financial year
only, locally-driven initiatives (LDI) capex however request that
investigation and design work proceeds for final design and building consent
for the Northern end of the Orewa Beach Esplanade Enhancement Project in year
2021/2022
vi)
acknowledge the
deferral of the Local Board Transport Capital Fund for one year and seek
resumption of the future projects with the required budget of $20m to continue
in future years to deliver these projects
vii)
in conjunction with
the deferral of the Local Board Transport Capital Fund, and noting the
concerns raised by submitters, the pausing or cancellation of the Community
Safety Fund will be detrimental to quick local safety response projects
viii)
do not support the
proposal to defer the multi-modular project known as Glenvar Road/East Coast
Road Intersection and corridor improvements. With reference to the urgency
covered in the business case, this work must proceed to ensure the safety and
wellbeing of the community
ix)
seek further
clarification on the deferral of small waste water upgrades specific to the
Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area and what this means for our communities
x)
do not support the
delay to planned track upgrades through the Natural Environment Targeted Rate
as the tracks are heavily used and contribute to community wellbeing. Should
the deferral be confirmed, urgent upgrades need to be prioritised in the
following 2021/2022 financial year
xi) support the need to maintain current assets
and to meet any health and safety requirements and ensure the local board is
consulted on any reduction to local board assets
xii) do not support the closure of either Henderson
or Silverdale Animal Shelters as the loss of either shelter will result in
increased costs associated with the transfer of animals, risk of overcrowding
and council failing to meet legal requirements which could result in negative
health and safety risks/implications for example containing an outbreak of
Parvovirus and Kennel Cough
Note: potential revenue options have not been
considered as part of the emergency budget as an alternative to closing the
animal shelters
xiii) do not support any proposal to defer pest
eradication, environmental preventative maintenance or a reduction in
compliance staff in the infrastructure and environmental services budget as
it will have a detrimental effect on the environment, wildlife and wellbeing
xiv) note the importance of the Natural
Environmental Heritage Grant and do not support a reduction in the grant
funding
xv) do not support the reduction in Water
Protection Fund grants that impact on projects committed to meet the
objectives as set out by the National Policy Statement for freshwater
management (NPSFM), a statutory obligation of Auckland Council under the
Resource Management Act (1991), including but not limited to the Freshwater
Management Tool. This is especially important to our communities in the
Hibiscus and Bays due to the Significant Ecological Area of the Weiti River, estuary
and catchment, as well as the Long Bay-Okura Marine Reserve
xvi) The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board request
council to investigate the potential cost recovery for the development of the
Freshwater Management Tool through future consents in this catchment
xvii) support the continuation of inorganic waste
collection as residents already pay a separate levy for this service within
their rates
xviii) do not support the deferral of the Recreation
Facilities Investment Fund, as it is an important funding source for the Hibiscus
and Bays area and it is a key leveraging fund for sports groups to gain
additional external funding
xix) do not support a reduction in public transport
service levels where consideration of public demand and efficiency has not
been fully investigated and further modelling and investigation is necessary
to understand where reductions should be made
xx) do not support charging for Park and Rides and
oppose any pilot studies at Albany and Constellation bus stations for fee
charging
xxi) do not support any reductions to funding
homelessness coordination that will have negative implications to the support
offered to rough sleepers
xxii) request a detailed list from Auckland Council
of any properties listed for proposed transfer from council controlled
organisations
c)
request a future
report regarding existing Papakura stock pound and its operational costs and
whether it has been considered for disposal
d)
support the need
for additional spending by Watercare, but believe that the emphasis should be
placed on delivering programmed infrastructure maintenance and urgent
remediation, and targeted public education programmes rather than just
sourcing further water from the Waikato River
e)
delegate to
Chairperson G Brown and Deputy Chairperson V Short to present the local board
feedback on the Emergency Budget to the Governing Body and that local board
members be invited to support the presentation.
A division was called for, voting on which was as
follows:
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For
Chairperson
G Brown
Member A
Dunn
Member J
Fitzgerald
Member J
Parfitt
Member A
Poppelbaum
Deputy
Chairperson V Short
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Against
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Abstained
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The motion was
declared carried by 6
votes to 0.
CARRIED
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