Agenda of Extraordinary Meeting of the Manurewa Local Board

Manurewa Local Board

12 November 2020

Adoption of the Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020

File No.: CP2020/16199

Te take mō te pūrongo

Purpose of the report

1. To adopt the final Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020.

Whakarāpopototanga matua

Executive summary

2. The Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009 requires that each local board complete a local board plan for adoption every three years and uses the special consultative procedure (SCP) to engage with their communities.

3. The consultation period for the SCP ran from 13 July to 13 August 2020.

4. The local board has considered all submissions and feedback received from the consultation period. Substantive changes and minor edits for clarification are proposed.

5. The Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020, which includes the proposed changes, is attached to this report.

6. Pending adoption of the plan photographs, maps and other design features will be added for final publication.

Ngā tūtohunga

Recommendation/s

That the Manurewa Local Board:

a) adopt the Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020 as set out in Attachment A of the agenda report.

b) delegate authority to the Chairperson and/or other nominated member(s) of the Manurewa Local Board to approve any minor edits that may be necessary to the Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020 prior to publication.

Horopaki

Context

7. The Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009 states that each local board must:

· adopt their local board plan by 31 October of the year following an election

· use the special consultative procedure (SCP) to engage with their communities.

8. Local board plans are strategic documents developed every three years. They set a direction for local boards and reflect community priorities and preferences. They provide a guide for local board activity, funding and investment decisions. They also influence local board input into regional strategies and plans, including annual budgets.

9. The plans inform the development of the council’s 10-year budget. They also form the basis for development of the annual local board agreement for the following three financial years and subsequent work programmes.

Timeframes

10. The implementation of COVID-19 alert levels forced a delay to the consultation period planned in June and July 2020 to be rescheduled to July and August 2020.

11. Every effort has been made to adopt the Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020 in October, however the unavoidable change to the dates of the consultation period has required a small extension of time. This is to ensure the local board had sufficient time to consider the submissions received.

Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu

Analysis and advice

Consideration of submissions and feedback

12. The Manurewa Local Board has considered the submissions and feedback received.

13. Public feedback on the draft plan was positive. The majority of submitters were in support of the plan, its direction and themes covered.

14. Analysis indicates that a significantly high percentage of submissions were from young people aged under 24 years. Pasifika and Māori communities were also well represented in the feedback data. While views of these groups may be overrepresented in the submissions, the board has interest in hearing from them as they are groups that have had lower levels of engagement in the past.

15. Regarding COVID-19 recovery, submitters who felt the plan would assist recovery commented on promoting local businesses and shopping locally, followed by provision of financial support for local businesses. Comments from those who were unsure referenced attracting new businesses and creating events to promote local businesses.

16. The key feedback points, analysis and subsequent proposed changes to the outcome chapters are outlined in Table 1 below.

Table 1: Substantive changes to the draft Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020

Key point of feedback	Analysis	Proposed change
Increase visibility of young people in the plan	There are several references to young people in the full draft, however three further options to boost the focus on young people have been identified.	Amend initiatives as follows: Outcome one Fund youth and community groups to lead initiatives that will improve wellbeing in our neighbourhoods and strengthen community and cultural connections Outcome four Advocate for more affordable public transport for young people Outcome five Work with partner organisations to include the Manurewa Youth Council on initiatives to increase the number of young people in training, helping them gain the skills needed to secure quality, sustainable employment
Strengthen response to Manurewa’s cultural diversity	The proposed rewording of the initiatives reflects what the board wishes to achieve.	Reword key initiative in outcome one from: Continue to fund community organisations to stage successful and unique local arts, events and festivals that celebrate our diversity To: Continue to fund local community organisations to stage vibrant, successful and unique multicultural arts, events and festivals that celebrate our diversity Reword key initiative in outcome one from: Fund community groups to lead local wellbeing initiatives that improve our neighbourhoods and community connections To: Fund youth and community groups to lead initiatives that will improve wellbeing in our neighbourhoods and strengthen community and cultural connections Reword key initiative in outcome six from: Support the development of targeted and culturally appropriate initiatives to build disaster resilience in our Māori and Pacific communities To: Support the development of targeted and culturally appropriate initiatives to build disaster resilience in our Māori, Pasifika and CALD communities Note that CALD is an abbreviation for ‘culturally and linguistically diverse’
Concerns about loose litter in parks and around playgrounds	All playgrounds should have rubbish bins installed. However, this does not necessarily mean there are sufficient bins to meet demand.	Amend outcome three chapter to reflect the need to ensure adequate rubbish bins around playgrounds
The areas around play spaces need to be accessible to families	The draft plan reflected the board’s priority for accessible play spaces. It did not reflect the need for the areas around the play spaces to also be accessible to families.	Amend outcome three chapter to reflect the need for comfortable and accessible places for families to relax
Improve playgrounds at Wattle Downs	Tington Reserve in Wattle Downs is listed as a priority in the draft plan. Further improvements can be undertaken as budget allows.	Amend outcome three initiative to include the following wording: Consider more playgrounds in other parts of Manurewa as opportunities arise
Re-instate Auckland Transport budgets	Transport budgets have been significantly impacted due to COVID-19, inhibiting the board’s ability to deliver adequate local transport infrastructure. The proposed additional wording reflects what the board wishes to achieve.	Add the following objective and initiative in outcome four: Objective Local boards have transport infrastructure funding available for local area improvements that don’t meet regional priorities Initiative Advocate for local board transport funding to be reinstated to the pre-COVID level of $21 million per annum, and for previously allocated funding of $38 million lost through the COVID-19 pandemic emergency budget to be fully restored
Remove concrete channelling in the Rata Vine Stream Reserve	This was not referenced in the draft plan. The proposed additional wording reflects the board’s aspirations.	Amend outcome six initiative from: Continue our support for clean waterways, including the Manukau Harbour, Puhinui Stream and smaller waterways. We’ll work with Papakura and Franklin local boards to clean up the Papakura Stream To: Continue our support for clean waterways, including the Manukau Harbour, Puhinui Stream and smaller waterways, and advocate to remove concrete channelling in the Rata Vine Stream Reserve. We’ll work with Papakura and Franklin local boards to restore the Papakura Stream
Strengthen reference to Manukau Harbour Forum	The draft plan made reference to the Manukau Harbour Forum in the outcome six chapter. However, this was not supported by a specific initiative. The proposed additional wording reflects what the board wishes to achieve.	Add the following initiative in outcome six: Progress the work of Manukau Harbour Forum, in collaboration with the eight other local boards, iwi and other interested parties. The harbour needs to be recognised as a significant cultural, ecological, social and economic taonga. This includes supporting the development and implementation of a long-term programme of integrated harbour management
Support the advocacy for a southern recycling centre	The proposed changes to this topic are the result of board discussions following community feedback.	Amend outcome six initiative from: Partner with other local boards to advocate to the council’s Governing Body for funding in the 10-year Budget to create a southern recycling centre To: Partner with other local boards to advocate to the Governing Body for funding in the 10-year budget to create a community recycling centre in Manurewa, plus a recycling centre and a resource recovery park for the south
Community resilience plan	The wording in the draft plan was ambiguous and did not reflect who the community resilience plan was for.	Amend outcome six initiative from: Work with partners to develop a community resilience plan and revisit key locations identified as community-led emergency centres To: Work with partners to create a community resilience plan for everyone with an extra focus on those who might need additional assistance, and revisit key locations identified as community-led emergency centres

17. Other minor changes to the plan which respond to submissions can be found throughout the document. These have been discussed with the board at workshops.

Changes to the Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020

18. Staff recommend adopting the Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020 (Attachment A) which incorporates the proposed substantive changes to the outcome chapters as described in Table 1 and other minor changes.

Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi

Climate impact statement

19. The Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020 reflects the impacts of predicted climate change.

20. The plan includes Outcome six: Our natural environment is valued, protected and enhanced. This outcome includes a specific objective: Our communities strengthen their resilience to disasters and the impacts of climate change. Initiatives include:

· support initiatives that prepare our communities for disasters and climate change, and build their capacity to cope

· support the development of targeted and culturally appropriate initiatives to build disaster resilience in our Māori, Pasifika and CALDcommunities

· work with partners to create a community resilience plan for everyone with an extra focus on those who might need additional assistance, and revisit key locations identified as community-led emergency centres.

21. The impact on the climate of the final plans has been considered. The final publication will be an online document to minimise printing hard copies.

Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera

Council group impacts and views

22. The adoption of the Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020 will inform the development of the council’s 10-year budget. It will also form the basis for the development of the following three years’ work programmes.

23. Planning and operational areas of the council have taken part in the development and review of the draft and final plans.

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

Local impacts and local board views

24. The local board’s views have informed the development of the final Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020. Workshops were held on 10 September and 8 October to discuss and consider feedback and agree any changes.

25. In developing the plan, the Manurewa Local Board considered:

· advice from mana whenua and mataawaka

· what is already known about our communities and what is important to them

· submissions received via online forms, hardcopy forms, emails and post

· feedback provided at engagement events and online through Facebook

· regional strategies and policies

· staff advice.

Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori

Māori impact statement

26. In developing the plan, the Manurewa Local Board:

· considered views and advice expressed by mana whenua and mataawaka at:

o southern local boards mana whenua hui, Thursday 30 January, Ngāti Otara Marae

o bilingual hikoi, Saturday 14 March, Manurewa Marae

o southern local boards mana whenua hui, Tuesday 14 July, Manukau Civic Building

· considered existing feedback from Māori with an interest in the local board area

· reviewed submissions received.

27. The Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020 promotes outcomes or issues of importance to Māori.

28. The plan includes Outcome two: We are proud of our strong Māori identity and thriving Māori community. This outcome includes four objectives:

· Māori heritage and identity are an intrinsic part of who we are and what we experience every day

· Māori participation is effective and meaningful

· Māori are engaged in creating and sharing the benefits of a fairer new economy for south Auckland

· Whānau and tamariki well-being is strengthened.

29. There are several initiatives under each objective in this outcome. There are additional initiatives in other outcomes. Examples include:

· support the development of rangatahi Māori through the Tuia mentoring programme

· identify opportunities to incorporate mārā hūpara (traditional Māori playgrounds)

· support the growth of locally owned and operated Māori and Pasifika businesses

· progress the work of Manukau Harbour Forum, in collaboration with the eight other local boards, iwi and other interested parties

· support the development of targeted and culturally appropriate initiatives to build disaster resilience in our Māori, Pasifika and CALDcommunities.

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Financial implications

30. Budget to implement initiatives and projects is confirmed through the annual plan budgeting process. The local board plan informs this process.

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Risks and mitigations

31. There is a minor reputational risk associated with the adoption of the final Manurewa Local Board Plan 2020. The process of consultation is likely to have raised expectations of the local board being able to achieve particular initiatives. As a result of the economic impact of COVID-19 and the council’s significantly reduced budget, it may no longer be possible to achieve all the priorities and aspirations that were identified in the draft plan.

32. This will be mitigated by clear communication of decision-making processes.

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Next steps

33. Staff recommend that responsibility for approving any minor edits following adoption are delegated to the Chairperson and/or other nominated member(s) of the Manurewa Local Board.

34. Photographs, maps and other design features will be added to the plan for final publication. This will be an online digital document that will be available in early 2021.

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Attachments