Minutes of Franklin Local Board - Tuesday, 26 July 2022

Franklin Local Board

26 July 2022

The Chair opened the meeting and welcomed everyone present.

There were no apologies.

Members Druyven and Murphy declared an interest in Item 16 - Local board views on Private Plan Change 73 (PC 73) for O'Hara, Waiuku.

4 Confirmation of Minutes

Resolution number FR/2022/110

MOVED by Chairperson A Baker, seconded by Member A Cole:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) confirm the ordinary minutes of its meeting, held on Tuesday, 28 June 2022, including the confidential section, as true and correct, with the following amendment:

i) amend the acknowledgment for Arthur Houston given at the 28 June 2022 meeting (FR/2022/90) to include that Arthur was also a Franklin District Councillor from 1992-1995.

CARRIED

5 Leave of Absence

There were no leaves of absence.

6 Acknowledgements

Note: all acknowledgements were taken together.

6.1

Acknowledgement – Graham Barriball

Resolution number FR/2022/111

MOVED by Chairperson A Baker, seconded by Member S Druyven:

That the Franklin Local Board

a) acknowledge Graham Baribball. Graham was the long standing Chairman of the Clarks Beach Ratepayers Committee as well as a stalwart of the Clarks Beach Bowling Club. He had been a long time resident at Clarks Beach and also in Waiuku. He was born in November 1935 and passed away 2 July 2022 (aged 85 yrs). He is survived by wife Royalene and they had just celebrated 60 years of marriage.

CARRIED

6.2

Acknowledgement – Grace Payne

Resolution number FR/2022/111

MOVED by Chairperson A Baker, seconded by Member S Druyven:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) acknowledge Grace Payne, who is from the area and is both an athlete and leader within the Special Olympics organization. She has just become the first ever New Zealand recipient of the Ray and Stephanie Lane Award, which is a Special Olympics International Award with nominees coming from around the world.

Grace was awarded for her initiative and incredible leadership skills at both regional and national levels, stepping up to guide and motivate her peers, as well as being a powerful role model and advocate for inclusion.

Grace is a leader within her peers throughout New Zealand and the Asia Pacific Region, being on the Special Olympics New Zealand Board, Special Olympics New Zealand Athlete Input Council, Asia Pacific Athlete Leader Council Advisory role, and the athlete representative on the Asia Pacific Advisory Council.

CARRIED

6.3

Acknowledgement - Steve Bird

Resolution number FR/2022/111

MOVED by Chairperson A Baker, seconded by Member S Druyven:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) acknowledge Steve Bird. Steve was a long standing and very active Chairman of the Karaka Ratepayers Committee who passed away recently. He was proactive in ensuring the Karaka community were aware of what was going on in the area and was never afraid to share his thoughts. He enjoyed a debate and loved organising and leading public meetings at the Karaka Hall, where he would act as the meeting chair. A passionate man never afraid to speak his mind.

CARRIED

7 Petitions

There were no petitions.

8 Deputations

8.1	Deputation - Counties Tennis
	A powerpoint presentation was provided. A copy has been placed on the official minutes and is available on the Auckland Council website as a minutes attachment.
	Resolution number FR/2022/112 MOVED by Member A Cole, seconded by Member A Kinzett: That the Franklin Local Board: a) thank Sharon Nelson, Chair of Counties Tennis Association, and Brett Young from Community Asset Solutions, for their attendance and presentation on the Counties Tennis Facility improvements project in Pukekohe. CARRIED
	Attachments a 26 April 2022 Franklin Local Board - Counties Tennis Association presentation

8.2	Deputation - Ardmore Hall
	A powerpoint presentation was provided. A copy has been placed on the official minutes and is available on the Auckland Council website as a minutes attachment.
	Resolution number FR/2022/113 MOVED by Member M Bell, seconded by Deputy Chairperson A Fulljames: That the Franklin Local Board: a) thank Vivienne Smith and Shirley Shirreffs for their attendance and presentation on Ardmore Hall and St James Church. b) request that staff working on the options assessment for Ardmore Hall and Bell Field receive the information presented by Vivienne and Shirley so that it can be considered in presenting recommendations to the board. CARRIED
	Attachments a 26 July 2022 Franklin Local Board - St James Church and Ardmore Hall presentation

9 Public Forum

There was no public forum.

10 Extraordinary Business

There was no extraordinary business.

Unlock Pukekohe: Roulston Park Upgrade Works Concept Design

Janet Kamau from Eke Panuku was in attendance to speak to this item. Eric Muir from the Franklin Historical Society was also in attendance.

Resolution number FR/2022/114

MOVED by Member A Cole, seconded by Member A Kinzett:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) approve the refreshed Roulston Park concept design (Attachment B) with the following comments:

i) the detailed design should deliver a clear identity for the park that references amenity and location characteristics

ii) opportunities to reference local heritage, including Māori heritage, should be explored through the detailed design process, and request that the design team continue to engage closely with local specialists in local history including Mana Whenua iwi and the Franklin Historic Society

iii) request that the design adopt a pragmatic approach to retaining and celebrating the established trees on the site i.e. that trees are not retained to the detriment of other priorities

iv) note the challenges for users in accessing the site due to the parks location adjacent to busy roads and request that solutions to this challenge continue to be investigated through detailed design e.g. a drop off facility.

b) agree to proceed to detailed design for Roulston Park.

CARRIED

Approval for 16 new road names at the Auranga Development (Stage 3C1, 4, 6 & 8) on Bremner Road, Drury

Resolution number FR/2022/115

MOVED by Deputy Chairperson A Fulljames, seconded by Member M Bell:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) approve the following road name for the new private road within Stage 3C1 of the Auranga development in Drury, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road name reference RDN90098440 and resource consent reference BUN60360148);

i) Whakaruru Lane for the new private road – COAL 4.

b) approve the following road names for the new public roads within Stage 4 of the Auranga development in Drury, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road name reference RDN90098440 and resource consent reference SUB60327486-A & LUC60327487-A):

i) Kiritau Road for the new public road – ROAD 30

ii) Kaapehu Street for the new public road – ROAD 32

iii) Ihi Place for the new public road – ROAD 33

iv) Wehi Drive for the new public road – ROAD 35

v) Encore Lane for the new public road – ROAD 38

vi) Virtue Drive for the new public road – ROAD 39/47

vii) Marino Street for the new public road – ROAD 40

viii) Humarie Way for the new public road – ROAD 43

ix) Kumanu Drive for the new public road – ROAD 44

x) Waimarie Drive for the new public road – ROAD 45.

c) approve the following road names for the new public roads within Stage 6 of the Auranga development in Drury, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road name reference RDN90098440 and resource consent reference SUB60368140):

i) Ngoi Way for the new public road – ROAD 7A.

d) approve the following road names for the new public roads within Stage 6 of the Auranga development in Drury, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road name reference RDN90098440 and resource consent reference SUB60348291-A & B):

i) Civicway Drive for the new public road – ROAD 60

ii) Mene Way for the new public road – ROAD 61

iii) Harikoa Way for the new public road – ROAD 62

iv) Awhi Way for the new public road – ROAD 63.

CARRIED

Approval to correct the road type (‘Hauhake Road’) approved at the Paerata Rise subdivision (741 & 801 Paerata Rise, Pukekohe)

Resolution number FR/2022/116

MOVED by Chairperson A Baker, seconded by Member A Kinzett:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) partially rescind resolution FR/2022/54 in relation to resolution (a) which approved the name ‘Hauhake Road’ for Public Road 9 at the Paerata Rise subdivision located at 741 & 801 Paerata Rise, Pukekohe (road naming reference RDN90098554 and resource consent references SUB60338930 and BUN60338879). This road type requires amendment from ‘Road’ to ‘Street’.

b) approve the name ‘Hauhake Street’ for Public Road 9 created by way of subdivision at the Paerata Rise development located at 741 & 801 Paerata Rise, Pukekohe (road naming reference RDN90098554 and resource consent references SUB60338930 and BUN60338879).

CARRIED

Approval to correct the road types ('Rongoā Māori Avenue') and ('Spudman Avenue') approved for the subdivision at 3 Belgium Road, Pukekohe

Resolution number FR/2022/117

MOVED by Member A Kinzett, seconded by Deputy Chairperson A Fulljames:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) partially rescind resolution FR2022/99, in relation to resolution (a) which approved the name ‘Rongoā Māori Avenue’ for the new public road (Road 2) created by way of subdivision 3 Belgium Road, Pukekohe, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road naming reference RDN90099063 and resource consent references BUN60326339 and SUB60325403). This road type requires amendment from ‘Avenue’ to ‘Way’.

b) partially rescind resolution FR2022/99, in relation to resolution (b) which approved the name ‘Te Ara Hīkoi’ for the new private road (Road 3) created by way of subdivision 3 Belgium Road, Pukekohe, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road naming reference RDN90099063 and resource consent references BUN60326339 and SUB60325403). The road was incorrectly described as a ‘private’ road and requires correction.

c) partially rescind resolution FR2022/99, in relation to resolution (c) which approved the name ‘Spudman Avenue’ for the new private road (Road 5) created by way of subdivision 3 Belgium Road, Pukekohe, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road naming reference RDN90099063 and resource consent references BUN60326339 and SUB60325403). This road type requires amendment from ‘Avenue’ to ‘Rise’.

d) approve the name ‘Rongoā Māori Way’ for Public Road 2 created by way of subdivision 3 Belgium Road, Pukekohe, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road naming reference RDN90099063 and resource consent references BUN60326339 and SUB60325403).

e) approve the name ‘Te Ara Hīkoi’ for Public Road 3 created by way of subdivision 3 Belgium Road, Pukekohe, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road naming reference RDN90099063 and resource consent references BUN60326339 and SUB60325403).

f) approve the name ‘Spudman Rise’ for Public Road 5 created by way of subdivision at 3 Belgium Road, Pukekohe, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road naming reference RDN90099063 and resource consent references BUN60326339 and SUB60325403).

CARRIED

Local board views on Private Plan Change 74 - Golding Meadows, Pukekohe

Resolution number FR/2022/118

MOVED by Chairperson A Baker, seconded by Member A Cole:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) provide the following local board views on private plan change 74 by Golding Meadow Developments Limited and Auckland Trotting Club Incorporated Limited:

i) request that consideration of plans for Golding Road as a future bypass route to accommodate growth and industry in Pukekohe is taken into account and suggest that the view of the Supporting Growth Alliance is sought to ensure that this risk to the Pukekohe transport network is understood

ii) note with concern that walking and cycling connections to the town centre and train station/transport centre do not appear to adequately support pedestrian safety. Greater planning and provision for creation of adequate pedestrian and cycling connection to existing pathways on Station Road should be required as part of the plan change

iii) note that any development should address existing rail-crossing limitations noting that the current Subway Road underpass on Station Road is problematic for vehicles and unsafe for walking and cycling. A new pedestrian and cycling opportunity connecting Station Rd to Subway Rd should be a requirement for the plan change and future resource consent.

b) decline the opportunity to appoint a local board member to speak to the local board views at a hearing on Private Plan Change 74.

CARRIED

Local board views on Private Plan Change 73 (PC 73) for O'Hara, Waiuku

Members Druyven and Murphy declared an interest in this item and as outlined in Standing Orders 1.3.8 took no part in the discussion or voting on this item.

Resolution number FR/2022/119

MOVED by Member M Bell, seconded by Member A Kinzett:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) provide the following local board views on private plan change 73 by Gardon Trust, Matoaka Holdings, and Pokorua Limited for 43, 45A, 92 and 130 Constable Road, Waiuku (known as O’Hara, Waiuku):

i) consider it critical that any development support safe walking and cycling connections to the Waiuku Town Centre and access to public transport to a high degree noting that modal shift will become increasingly important in supporting well-being of local communities and in achieving Auckland’s climate change response goals.

ii) the board remains philosophically committed to the principle of enabling growth in areas with adequate access to the future transport network and existing infrastructure. That said, the board also acknowledge the support from some key high-volume employers in the Waiuku area, including NZ Steel, and the Waiuku Business and Development Association and their perspective that local growth and projected growth in employment options will generate localized need for additional housing over and above the existing in the Unitary Plan

iii) take into consideration two industrial land developments at Glenbrook Steel Mill and Cornwall Rd, Waiuku, which will create additional job opportunities; this will increase the need for housing in the area

iv) suggest that the proposed development demonstrate a greater consideration of the needs of aging Aucklanders, noting that Waiuku has a shortage of age-friendly/retirement housing options

v) suggest that when considering elite soil categorization as a factor, that the quality of the soil is not considered in isolation of other practicalities e.g. can this site and location sustain food production, harvesting etc?

vi) recommend that advice from Watercare on the adequacy of water infrastructure provision, as Auckland’s water infrastructure specialists, is accepted in considering this plan change application

vii) endorse concerns about the impact on the local roading network, in particular on the Constable Road roundabout and Leonard Street.

b) decline the opportunity to appoint a local board member to speak to the local board views at a hearing on Private Plan Change 73.

CARRIED

Local board feedback on the strategic direction of Auckland's Future Development Strategy

Resolution number FR/2022/120

MOVED by Member A Cole, seconded by Member A Kinzett:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) provide the following feedback on the strategic direction for the Future Development Strategy:

i) welcome the review of and opportunity to provide feedback on the Future Development Strategy, noting that the Franklin Local Board area and its communities are significantly affected by changes in National Policy and legislation on Urban Development and Resource Management, the evolving response to Climate Change and challenges to the Auckland planning framework i.e. private plan changes

ii) support the intent of the Future Development Strategy review

iii) note the intention to adjust the staging of Future Urban Zones and expresses concern on the basis that a number of private plan changes have already progressed based on planned provision of infrastructure and council services. If future urbanisation is to be delayed, these new communities are likely to experience unreasonable delay to Council delivered infrastructure and service provision.

iv) note the importance of considering the impact of climate change generated coastal inundation on Franklin communities. Franklin has extensive coastline and vulnerable communities on both the east and west coasts and commitment to consideration of this as a factor in the review is fully supported by the board

v) strongly suggest that mobile phone and internet connectivity be specifically considered when reviewing the Future Development Strategy. There is an assumption that Auckland’s mobile phone and internet connectivity is sufficient to support service efficiencies and economic activity across Auckland, however this is not the experience for large parts of Auckland. The board notes that the government-led support for development of the digital connectivity in parts of regional New Zealand is not available to Auckland, and therefore Auckland Council needs to outline and deliver this type of infrastructure

vi) the board supports the principle of enabling growth (intensification/development) in centres with existing infrastructure (including transport, water and social infrastructure), however notes that this focus cannot come at a cost of the provision of basic infrastructure provision in transforming areas

vii) consider that the Future Development Strategy continues to focus too heavily on population change as an indicator of concern and intervention and suggest that the level of transformation (change) is a better way of prioritising the need for Council intervention and planning support i.e. greenfield development. Communities such as Clevedon, Clarks Beach-Waiau Pa and Glenbrook are examples of areas not adequately considered by Council in terms of development impact and response

viii) In principle, do not support further development of greenfield sites i.e. beyond the existing rural urban boundary, but acknowledge the ability of landowners to lodge private plan changes and as such believe the standard or bar for allowing new greenfield development be set extremely high allowing for a site by site assessment

b) note that the interest in the protection of highly productive soils is a focus for many across Auckland; however note that the subtleties of soil categorisation versus sustainability of farming practice are not well understood by most. The board agrees that productive land that would also sustain farming/production should be protected and suggests that Auckland Council consider the pending National Policy Statement for Highly Productive Land as its guide when considering this challenge.

CARRIED

Governance Forward Work Calendar July 2022

Resolution number FR/2022/121

MOVED by Deputy Chairperson A Fulljames, seconded by Member M Bell:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) note the governance forward work calendar dated July 2022 (Attachment A).

CARRIED

Franklin Local Board workshop records

Resolution number FR/2022/122

MOVED by Deputy Chairperson A Fulljames, seconded by Member S Druyven:

That the Franklin Local Board:

a) receive the Franklin Local Board workshop records for 7, 14, 21 and 28 June 2022.

CARRIED

20 Consideration of Extraordinary Items

There was no consideration of extraordinary items.

10.23 am The Chair thanked Members for their attendance and attention to business and declared the meeting closed.

CONFIRMED AS A TRUE AND CORRECT RECORD AT A MEETING OF THE Franklin Local Board HELD ON

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CHAIR:.......................................................

Chairperson	Andrew Baker
Deputy Chairperson	Angela Fulljames
Members	Malcolm Bell
	Alan Cole
	Sharlene Druyven
	Amanda Kinzett
	Matthew Murphy
	Logan Soole