I hereby give notice that an ordinary meeting of the Papakura Local Board will be held on:
Date: Time: Meeting Room: Venue:
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Wednesday, 28 September 2022 4.30pm Local Board
Chambers |
Papakura Local Board
OPEN AGENDA
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MEMBERSHIP
Chairperson |
Brent Catchpole |
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Deputy Chairperson |
Jan Robinson |
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Members |
Felicity Auva'a |
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George Hawkins |
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Keven Mealamu |
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Sue Smurthwaite |
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(Quorum 3 members)
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Rohin Patel Democracy Advisor
22 September 2022
Contact Telephone: 021 914 618 Email: rohin.patel@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz Website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
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Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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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 5
8 Deputations 5
9 Public Forum 5
9.1 Public Forum - Wyn Osborne 6
10 Extraordinary Business 6
11 Governing Body Member's Update 7
12 Chairperson's Update 9
13 Auckland Transport - Local Board Transport Capital Fund 11
14 Waiata Shores Shared Path Bridge – Feasibility Study 15
15 Supporting Growth - Level Crossings in Takaanini 19
16 Local board feedback on Community Bike Hubs - Te Poka Pū Paihikara i tēnei Hapori 21
17 Amendment to the Papakura Local Board 2022/2023 – 2024/2025 Customer and Community Services Work Programme: Parks and Community Facilities Department (old courthouse / Walter Strevens playground) 27
18 Development of Reserve within Stage 4, Waiata Shores 35
19 Papakura Local Grants Round One 2022/2023 Grant Allocation 53
20 Papakura Youth Scholarship Programme 2022/2023 67
21 Local Board Annual Report 2021/2022 101
22 Approval for a new private road name at 13A & 13B Cliff Road, Papakura 119
23 Approval for six new public road names at 279 Park Estate Road, Hingaia 129
24 Approval for two new private roads at 122-130 Cosgrave Road, Ardmore 139
25 Council-Controlled Organisations Quarterly Update: Quarter Four, 2021/2022 149
26 Update on the progress and achievements of Ara Kōtui (formerly the Improving Māori input into local board decision-making) 173
27 Local Board input on the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 181
28 Amendment to the Tūpuna Maunga Authority Integrated Management Plan 253
29 2022 local government elections - meetings and decision-making until new local board members make their declarations 259
30 Papakura Local Board Governance Forward Work Calendar - September 2022 263
31 Papakura Local Board Achievements Register 2019-2022 Political Term 269
32 Papakura Local Board Workshop Records 295
33 Closing the Papakura Local Board's electoral term and valedictory reflections 309
34 Consideration of Extraordinary Items
A board member will lead the meeting in prayer.
At the close of the agenda no apologies had been received.
Members are reminded of the need to be vigilant to stand aside from decision making when a conflict arises between their role as a member and any private or other external interest they might have.
That the Papakura Local Board: a) confirm the ordinary minutes of its meeting, held on Wednesday, 24 August 2022, as true and correct.
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At the close of the agenda no requests for leave of absence had been received.
At the close of the agenda no requests for acknowledgements had been received.
At the close of the agenda no requests to present petitions had been received.
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 Papakura 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.
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.
Te take mō te pūrongo Purpose of the report 1. Wyn Osborne will be in attendance. Whakarāpopototanga matua Executive summary 2. Wyn Osborne will be attending the meeting to talk about the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) regional business partner network and how developing a business hub in Papakura would be beneficial.
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Ngā tūtohunga Recommendation/s That the Papakura Local Board: a) thank Wyn Osborne for his attendance and presentation on the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) regional business partner network.
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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.”
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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Governing Body Member's Update
File No.: CP2022/13170
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To provide an opportunity for the Manurewa and Papakura ward councillors to update the local board on Governing Body issues at the Papakura Local Board business meeting.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. Standing Orders 5.1.1 and 5.1.2 provide for Governing Body members to update their local board counterparts on regional matters of interest to the local board.
Recommendation/s That the Papakura Local Board: a) receive Councillor Angela Dalton and Councillor Daniel Newman’s updates.
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Attachments
There are no attachments for this report.
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Denise Gunn - Democracy Advisor |
Authoriser |
Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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File No.: CP2022/13171
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To provide an opportunity for the Papakura Local Board Chairperson to update the local board on his activities and any issues.
Recommendation/s That the Papakura Local Board: a) receive the verbal report from the Papakura Local Board Chairperson.
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Attachments
There are no attachments for this report.
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Denise Gunn - Democracy Advisor |
Authoriser |
Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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Auckland Transport - Local Board Transport Capital Fund
File No.: CP2022/13168
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To provide confirmation on which activities can be delivered under the reduced Local Board Transport Capital Fund (LBTCF) following the council’s Annual Budget decision on 29 June 2022.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. On 29 June 2022, Auckland Council adopted the Annual Budget. Auckland Transport (AT) is facing significant pressure on operational expenditure, principally due to slower recovery of public transport patronage than expected.
3. To address these challenges Auckland Transport, in discussion with the Auckland Council finance team, put through a request for a moderate increase in operating funding in financial year 2022/2023, whilst at the same time agreeing to defer capital expenditure by $223 million over the next three years.
4. The impact of these reductions for the Local Board Transport Capital Fund (LBTCF) across all local boards is a reduction from $20 million to $10.3 million for this financial year (2022/23).
5. For Papakura Local Board this means the financial year 2022/2023 allocation has reduced from $716,890 to $368,840.
6. AT Board has approved an additional $557,423 which would bring budget up to $926,263, with final funding subject to underspends in other AT work programmes.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) continue to progress the following projects this financial year:
i) Settlement/Marne roads intersection improvement
ii) Bus shelters
iii) Roundabout improvements (Manuroa/Porchester roads)
iv) Opaheke/Boundary roads intersection
v) Smiths Avenue crossing
vi) Old Wairoa Road signage and line marking
vii) Clevedon Road/Robb Street pedestrian safety
b) place the following on hold until budget becomes available:
i) driver feedback signs.
Horopaki
Context
7. The financial implications of the reduction in funding for the Local Board Transport Capital Fund (LBTCF) is a reduction from $20 million to $10.3 million for this financial year (2022/2023) across all local boards.
8. For Papakura Local Board, this means the financial year 2022/2023 allocation has reduced from $716,890 to $368,840.
9. AT Board is considering providing an additional $557,423 which would bring budget up to $926,263 with final funding subject to underspends in other AT work programmes.
10. Of this $926,263, there is $209,296 committed through various contracts.
11. The below table outlines the current status of the projects resolved by the Papakura Local Board:
12. The local board does not have enough budget this financial year to deliver both projects above.
13. Below are the projects recommended to progress this financial year along with justification of the recommendation:
· Settlement/Marne roads intersection improvements. Design budget already committed.
· Bus shelters. Design budget already committed.
· Roundabout improvements (Manuroa/Porchester roads). Design budget already committed.
· Opaheke/Boundary intersection. Design budget already committed.
· Smiths Avenue crossing. Design budget already committed.
· Old Wairoa Road signage and line marking. Design budget already committed.
· Clevedon/Robb pedestrian safety. Design budget already committed.
14. Below is the project recommended to be placed on hold until budget becomes available:
· Driver feedback signs. Budgets not yet committed.
15. Below are the projects recommended to be cancelled:
· Settlement Road overbridge. The original scope of the project was to upgrade the end treatments of the crash barrier to current standards. During early engagement with internal stakeholders this was not going to be acceptable, and they required the scope to include upgrade of the full barrier system. The complexities of this revised scope and cost no longer make it a suitable project for delivery through the Local Board Transport Capital Fund.
· Riverton/Porchester corner improvements. This project is located just outside the Papakura Local Board area boundary, and was included in the project list in error.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
16. The local board was presented with advice in regard to the impact of the reduction in budget of the LBTCF at a workshop on 31 August 2022.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
17. Auckland Transport is committed to minimising the negative effects that transport operations have on climate change. This includes encouraging emission neutral modes (walking and cycling) and low emission modes (public transport and ride sharing).
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
18. The impact of information in this report is mainly confined to AT.
19. The Auckland Transport budget allows for the LBTCF as a capital budget provided to all local boards by Auckland Council and delivered by Auckland Transport (AT).
20. Local boards can use this fund to deliver transport infrastructure projects that they believe are important to their own Local Board Plan but are not part of Auckland Transport’s work programme.
21. Any LBTCF projects selected must be safe, must not impede network efficiency, and must be located in the road corridor or on land controlled by Auckland Transport, although projects running through parks can be considered if there is a transport outcome.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
22. AT staff have workshopped with the local board the impact of budget reductions on the LBTCF projects in the local board area.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
23. The proposed recommendations in the report have no general impacts or opportunities for Māori. Any engagement with Māori, or consideration of impacts and opportunities, will be carried out on an individual project basis.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
24. There will not be enough budget to deliver all projects this financial year as previously planned.
25. AT are seeking direction on which projects the local board wishes to proceed with this financial year, and which projects are to be placed on hold.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
26. The financial impact on the construction industry and reduced AT income from the drop in public transport use due to COVID-19 has had a domino effect on the delivery of all AT projects including the projects from the LBTCF.
27. This report explains the projects recommended to the local board to progress within the now reduced budgets.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
28. Once the local board’s decisions are made, AT will work to progress the projects as far as possible.
Attachments
There are no attachments for this report.
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Bruce Thomas, Elected Member Relationship Partner |
Authorisers |
Ioane Afoa – Southern Hub Manager Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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Waiata Shores Shared Path Bridge – Feasibility Study
File No.: CP2022/13442
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To enable the board to formally receive the “Waiata Shores Shared Path Bridge – Feasibility Study”.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The recent Waiata Shores residential development is nearing completion.
3. Within the development are a number of shared paths and walkways suitable for walking and cycling.
4. Immediately adjacent, but separated by Papakura Stream, is the existing residential area of Wattle Downs. This also has some coastal paths.
5. Auckland Council, supported by Fletchers Residential, did some scoping work on bridge options.
6. To progress this proposal the Papakura and Manurewa Local Boards requested Auckland Transport (AT) undertake a more detailed feasibility study.
7. AT commissioned a number of studies to inform the feasibility study. This included aspects of:
· geotech
· natural hazards
· location
· iwi and heritage matters
· construction cost
8. The study was funded by AT.
9. Following three progress and feedback combined workshops with the boards, the final feasibility report is being presented to the boards’ respective September meetings.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) receive the Waiata Shores Shared Path Bridge Feasibility Study (Attachment A) and commend it to the incoming local board for consideration.
Horopaki
Context
10. The Waiata Shores shared path bridge concept evolved as the Waiata Shores development progressed. There was an increasing network of coastal walkways developed by council, some of which were historical and some more recent as part of the greenways project.
11. There is no allocated funding for construction of this project should future boards decide to proceed. Should the boards decide to proceed, sourcing of or advocacy for funding will be a task for them.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
12. The recent Waiata Shores residential development is nearing completion. Within the development are a number of shared paths and walkways suitable for walking and cycling. The development in the surrounding area is conducive to more walking and cycling. There is a nearby new supermarket, and a raised crossing across the Great South Road to improve access and amenity to Te Mahia Station. While the surrounding paths serve mainly recreational users, the bridge could also deliver some more direct transport outcomes.
13. Immediately adjacent, but separated by Papakura Stream, is the existing residential area of Wattle Downs. This also has some coastal paths. The stream is the boundary between the two local board areas. Hence it is a joint initiative.
14. Auckland Council, supported by Fletchers Residential, did some scoping work on bridge options. This was very much an initial scoping, and while identifying some constraints, did not go into great detail.
15. To progress this proposal the Papakura and Manurewa Local Boards requested Auckland Transport (AT) undertake a more detailed feasibility study. AT agreed to this and initially approved $50,000 to contract services for the investigation. Because of some of the technical challenges, in particular managing 1 in 100-year flood events, additional bridge options and locations were assessed. The project ended up costing closer to $100,000.
16. AT commissioned a number of studies, to inform the feasibility study. This included aspects of:
· geotech
· natural hazards
· location
· iwi and heritage matters
· construction cost
17. Following three progress and feedback combined workshops with the boards, the final report is being presented to the boards’ respective September meetings.
18. As this is the last business meeting for the electoral term, the boards are recommended to receive the report and refer it to the new local boards for consideration. As there is no identified funding to construct the bridge, this will also be up to the new local boards.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
20. The feasibility study also addresses the natural hazard of inundation and rare flood events. The preferred design would cope with this effect.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
21. The project provides a link to existing coastal walks and greenway paths. Community Facilities department staff have been involved in the study.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
22. If constructed, the bridge would be a local amenity and both local boards have been instrumental in processing the study.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
23. The study group was aware of potential archaeological sites in the area and have engaged with local iwi to address the matters they have raised.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
24. The feasibility study was funded by AT. A decision to proceed to construction and source funding will need to be addressed by the incoming local boards.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
25. There will be risks including:
· areas of archaeological significance
· flooding
· safety
· maintenance.
26. These will be addressed should the project go to detailed design.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
27. The project will be referred to the incoming local boards.
Attachments
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Title |
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Waiata Shores shared path bridge feasibility study (Under Separate Cover) |
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Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Bruce Thomas – Elected Member Relationship Partner |
Authorisers |
Ioane Afoa – Southern Hub Manager Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
28 September 2022 |
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Supporting Growth - Level Crossings in Takaanini
File No.: CP2022/13499
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To enable the local board to provide formal feedback on the proposed changes to the rail level crossings in Takaanini.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. Te Tupu Ngātahi Supporting Growth Alliance (the Alliance) is a collaboration between Auckland Transport and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.
3. The Alliance is responsible for investigating and planning more than 70 transport projects to support Auckland’s new future urban growth areas over the next 30 years. Some of these projects have confirmed funding, and others still need to secure funding for construction.
4. The Alliance has regularly updated the local board on projects.
5. Most recently, in August, the board received a presentation on the proposed changes to level crossing in the Takaanini area, including potential social impacts of the project. This is currently out for public consultation.
6. The link to the consultation page is: Level crossings in Takaanini | Have Your Say Supporting Growth NZ (haveyoursay-supportinggrowth.nz).
7. The local board has advised that it would like to adopt a submission at its business meeting.
8. Local Board Services staff will prepare a draft submission, in close consultation with the Papakura Local Board, prior to the business meeting.
Ngā tūtohunga
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) approve local board formal feedback on the proposed changes to the rail level crossings in Takaanini.
Attachments
There are no attachments for this report.
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Lee Manaia - Local Board Advisor |
Authoriser |
Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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Local board feedback on Community Bike Hubs - Te Poka Pū Paihikara i tēnei Hapori
File No.: CP2022/14082
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To seek formal views from the local board on the Community Bike Hubs - Te Poka Pū Paihikara i tēnei Hapori project.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. Community Bike Hubs is a project to accelerate Auckland Transport’s commitment to providing better access to bikes through the establishment of Community Bike Hubs.
3. The project is funded through Auckland Council’s Ngā Tiriti Ngangahau - The Vibrant Streets (formerly Regional Streets for People) programme.
4. In the new Community Bike Hub model, Auckland Transport owns the Bike Hubs and takes responsibility for set-up costs while the community runs and operates the Bike Hubs.
5. This report is seeking views from the local board on:
· what is the local board’s interest and preferred level of engagement in the Community Bike Hubs?
· does the local board support the Community Bike Hub approach?
· are there any specific Bike Hub sites in addition to the ones proposed in Attachment A that the local board wants investigated?
· does the local board have any community groups or individuals in particular they would like Auckland Transport to be engaging as part of this project?
6. Auckland Transport will review the formal feedback from local boards. Auckland Transport will then evaluate and confirm Community Bike Hub operators and progress landowner approvals.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) provide their formal views on the Community Bike Hubs project
b) provide their preferred level of engagement in the Community Bike Hubs project
c) provide any additional sites for consideration for Community Bike Hubs
d) provide any community groups or individuals for Auckland Transport to engage with on Community Bike Hubs.
Horopaki
Context
7. The Community Bike Hubs - Te Poka Pū Paihikara i tēnei Hapori project is developing a new model of Bike Hubs that are owned by Auckland Transport and operated by the community.
8. The project seeks to promote the successes of community Bike Hubs by funding the establishment and ongoing operation of Bike Hubs while empowering local communities to run and operate the Bike Hub.
9. Bike Hubs, Bike Kitchens, Bike Spaces and Bike Boxes have been successful community initiatives in Auckland that improve access to bikes by fixing up and redistributing bikes as well as providing events, activations, information and education. These community initiatives are variously supported by Auckland Transport, other Council-Controlled Organisations (CCOs), local boards, other agencies and commercial partners and have been shown to be highly successful at the different scales they target.
10. Bike Hubs were identified as the operating model best suited to growth, with strong organisational accountability, consistent hours, wide offerings and deep roots into the community.
11. The Community Bike Hubs project has identified the following locations as being a good fit for the new model:
· Papakura · Grey Lynn · Pakuranga |
· Manukau · Northcote · Epsom |
· Onehunga · Devonport |
12. The project also will scale up existing bike spaces in Mt Roskill and Waiheke into full Bike Hubs.
13. Despite their success and their intention to grow, key barriers to growth have been identified for Bike Hubs such as set-up costs and uncertainty of ongoing funding. Auckland Transport’s Sustainable Mobility team has been leading a programme of work to address these barriers and enable growth of the Bike Hub network.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
14. The new Community Bike Hub model is an Auckland Transport-owned, community-run model in which Auckland Transport takes ownership of landowner permissions, consenting, set-up costs and all ongoing site requirements. Auckland Transport then partners with and initially funds community organisations to operate these Bike Hubs, employing locals and developing extensive volunteer networks.
15. Bike Hubs have historically been housed in two or three shipping containers and this is the model most appropriate to most locations. However, in some locations, CCO or other property agency, such as a town centre storefront or council facility, exists that could be used for a Bike Hub.
16. Auckland Transport will fully fund these Community Bike Hubs in their first year and will aim in subsequent years to reduce funding to a sustainable level while adding other funding sources such as koha, donated bike sales, other grants or funders and commercial partnerships. Further, Auckland Transport will fully support these Bike Hubs and other existing spaces with dedicated resources, guidance and advice, connections to other Bike Hubs and the wider network, training, upskilling and more.
17. This initiative supports Auckland Council’s strategic goals related to development of alternative modes of transport, especially cycling and its climate change goals. Most local board plans across the region prioritise responses to climate change, including the promotion of alternatives to travelling by car.
18. Auckland Transport recommends that local boards support this initiative. Auckland Transport is seeking feedback and more information on:
· Interest – Does the local board support the Community Bike Hub project?
· Engagement level - Does the board wish to engage in this project. If so, would it like to:
o Collaborate: provide additional funds or resources and participate as a partner with Auckland Transport (now or in the future)
o Consult: engage actively, express its views and work with Auckland Transport
o Be Informed: Auckland Transport will keep the local board informed about the project’s progress.
· Site selection – Are there Bike Hub sites beyond those proposed in Attachment A that the local board thinks would be worth investigating? Community members have helped identify possible locations in each local board area. This report is seeking local boards to provide specific sites they think would be especially appropriate or inappropriate for this project.
· Community groups – Are there any community groups or individuals in particular the local board recommends Auckland Transport engage as part of this project?
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
19. Auckland Transport engages closely with the council on developing strategy, actions and measures to support the outcomes sought by the Auckland Plan 2050, Auckland’s Climate Action Plan and the council’s priorities.
20. Auckland Transport’s core role is in providing attractive alternatives to private vehicle travel, reducing the carbon footprint of its own operations and, to the extent feasible, that of the contracted public transport network.
21. The primary climate change benefit of this plan is that Bike Hubs encourage more people to cycle, reducing the number of car journeys and therefore carbon emissions.
22. The Community Bike Hubs project contributes to Te-Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri: Auckland’s Climate Plan as the hubs enable reduced emissions.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
23. This project is engaging with Community Facilities, Parks Sports and Recreation, Eke Panuku and local boards in order to identify options for possible locations.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
24. A workshop was held with the Papakura Local Board on 7 September 2022. To outline the project and advise the consideration of sites within the Papakura Local Board area.
25. This report is seeking formal feedback from impacted local boards.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
26. Auckland Transport is committed to meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its broader legal obligations in being more responsible or effective to Māori.
27. Auckland Transport’s Maori Responsiveness Plan outlines the commitment to 19 mana whenua tribes in delivering effective and well-designed transport policy and solutions for Auckland. We also recognise mataawaka and their representative bodies and our desire to foster a relationship with them. This plan is available on the Auckland Transport website - https://at.govt.nz/about-us/transport-plans-strategies/maori-responsiveness-plan/#about
28. The Community Bike Hubs project has te ao Māori woven throughout. The designs and marketing draw from Māori artists and designs, and the Bike Hub Operating Model explicitly calls out engaging with cultural groups and individuals.
29. There is opportunity for mana whenua to operate and be involved with these Bike Hubs.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
30. Auckland Transport is fully funding the Bike Hubs for the first year of operation, and looking to slowly step down Auckland Transport funding to around 40 per cent of operating expenses in the long term. Auckland Transport expects the shortfall to be made up from sale of bikes, koha, other grants or funders and commercial partnerships.
31. This decision has no financial implications for Papakura Local Board at this time as Auckland Transport is funding the bike hub for the first year. If the local board wishes to contribute financially in future the implications will be reported then.
32. Should the local board wish to contribute funding in the future, the project team would welcome a discussion on the matter. The outcome of that discussion would need to be recorded in a decision report, and that report would include detailed information about financial implications.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
33. The proposed decision to proceed with the Community Bike Hub project does not put the Local Board at financial or legal risk. The decision authorises feedback to an Auckland Transport process and that organisation carries the decision-making risk.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
34. Auckland Transport will review the formal feedback from local boards. Auckland Transport will then evaluate and confirm community bike hub operators.
35. An estimate timeline of actions is provided in Table One below.
Table One – Estimated Timeline
Date |
Action |
September 2022 |
Auckland Transport will continue to work on site development and procurement of the physical assets such as containers, tools and fit-out, etc. Local boards provide their formal views on potential sites by report. |
October 2022 |
Auckland Transport evaluates and confirms Bike Hub Operators for Stage 1 Bike Hubs. There is targeted community engagement and hub operator training in the locations selected for Stage 1 Bike Hubs. |
November 2022 |
Stage 1 Community Bike Hubs open. Stage 1 include Bike Hubs already identified as quick turnaround because of strong existing community support and reduced landowner permissions and consenting requirements. |
November - March 2023 |
There is targeted community engagement and Bike Hub operator training in the locations selected for Stage 2 Community Bike Hub delivery. |
April 2023 |
Stage 2 Community Bike Hubs open. These include Bike Hubs with less active support or with consent or permission required. |
March - July 2023 |
There is targeted community engagement and Bike Hub operator training in the locations selected for Stage 3 Community Bike Hub delivery. |
August 2023 |
Stage 3 Community Bike Hubs open. These include Bike Hubs where a greater level of engagement or site permissions or consents are needed. |
July 2024 |
Project funding ends and Community Bike Hubs are supported through standard Sustainable Mobility funding and other funding sources. |
Attachments
There are no attachments for this report.
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Remco de Blaaij, Auckland Transport, Senior Active Modes Specialist |
Authorisers |
Cliff Wilton, Manager Sustainable Mobility, Auckland Transport Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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Amendment to the Papakura Local Board 2022/2023 – 2024/2025 Customer and Community Services Work Programme: Parks and Community Facilities Department (old courthouse / Walter Strevens playground)
File No.: CP2022/13778
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To seek approval for amendments to the Papakura Local Board 2022/2023 – 2024/2025 Customer and Community Services Work Programme in relation to the old courthouse and Walter Strevens playground renewals.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The Papakura Local Board adopted its 2023 – 2025 Customer and Community Services work programme on 22 June 2022 (resolution number PPK/2022/108).
3. The adopted work programme contained the following Asset Based Services (ABS): Capex – Renewals funded projects:
· Project ID 26080 Central Park - renew old courthouse roof, exterior and interior – total allocated budget of $214,680
· Project ID 28582 Walter Strevens Reserve - renew playground and park furniture – total allocated budget of $122,119.
4. As projects progress through the design and delivery process the specific work required and the cost of delivery can change, impacting the approved budget. As a result, variations may be required to the work programme to accommodate updated timeframes and final costs for some projects.
5. Staff have identified one project that requires additional local renewal funding due to higher than anticipated costs for physical works as further investigation concluded the original estimated budget was insufficient to complete the physical works. In addition, staff recommend the project for inclusion in the 2022/2023 Risk Adjusted Programme to enable works to proceed this financial year 2022/2023.
· Project ID 26080 Central Park - renew old courthouse roof, exterior and interior – requires additional funding, to the estimated value of $ $122,119.
6. Additionally, one project is recommended to be cancelled:
· Project ID 28582 Walter Strevens Reserve - renew playground and park furniture.
7. The proposed variations are within the local board budget envelope and will not substantially impact the approved projects or the overall work programme.
8. Staff have discussed the proposal and rationale for these changes with the local board at the local board workshop held on 7 September 2022.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) approve the following changes to the adopted 2022/2023 – 2024/2025 Customer and Community Services Work Programme:
i) a variation of renewal project ID 26080 “Central Park - renew old courthouse roof, exterior and interior”, an increase of $122,119
ii) cancellation of project ID 28582 “Walter Strevens Reserve - renew playground and park furniture”, noting that the strategic planning process will be delivered under “Brylee Drive Reserve - renew playground and park furniture” project ID 28553
iii) reallocation of funding of $122,119 from ID 28582 “Walter Strevens Reserve” to project ID 26080, Central Park - renew old courthouse roof, exterior and interior.
b) approve project ID 26080 “Central Park - renew old courthouse roof, exterior and interior” for inclusion in the 2022/2023 financial year Risk-Adjusted Programme (RAP), within the Customer and Community Services Work Programme 2023-2025, to enable works to proceed this financial year 2022/2023.
c) amend the activity name and activity description of “Brylee Drive Reserve - renew playground and park furniture project ID 28553” to include the specificity of the “development of the concept plan for the playground upgrade at Walter Strevens Reserve”.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Amendment to the Papakura Local Board 2022/2023 – 2024/2025 Customer and Community Services Work Programme: Parks and Community Facilities Department (old courthouse / Walter Strevens playground) |
29 |
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Signatories
Author |
Lee Manaia - Local Board Advisor |
Authoriser |
Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
28 September 2022 |
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Development of Reserve within Stage 4, Waiata Shores
File No.: CP2022/14207
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To approve the concept plan for the development of open space landscaping and built assets as part of stage 4 within the Waiata Shores development proposed by Fletcher Living.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. Working closely with Auckland Council staff, developer Fletcher Living produced a concept plan for the development of open space including a playground and associated structures within their Waiata Shores development site.
3. The concept plan focuses on land that the council already owns, as acquired by Eke Panuku which Fletcher Living will develop on the council’s behalf.
4. Fletcher Living has designed the open space with associated infrastructure to the satisfaction of council staff who have reviewed the proposal. The proposed concept plan will provide both passive and active recreation, as well as landscaping, planting and cultural narrative elements.
5. The concept design has been presented to members of the local board at a workshop in October 2021 and September 2022. The concept plan has been amended after consultation with the local board during two workshops in May 2021 and September 2022.
6. Development of the reserve and open space landscaping, assets and play elements (hereby referred to as the open space) will be developed by Fletcher Living at their cost and to be vested with Auckland Council upon practical completion.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) accept the concept plan (Appendix A) with the toilet block and subsequent construction of the open space shown on the Waiata Shores Masterplan prepared by Wāhi Wairua and Fletcher Living, and approve that the assets be vested in the council upon practical completion
b) delegate to the General Manager, Parks and Community Facilities, authority to negotiate the Infrastructure Funding Agreement on terms acceptable to council’s Infrastructure Funding team, including maintenance periods
c) delegate to the General Manager, Parks and Community Facilities, authority to assess and approve engineering detail for the open space development.
Horopaki
Context
7. Fletcher Living hold the resource consent for the earthworks, remediation, and development of Waiata Shores which enables the open space formation.
8. Lot 501 is 5,739m² of land to vest in lieu of reserve to Auckland Council as part of the original resource consent granted in 2013.
9. The specific site of development, Stage 4B, is located at the southern portion of the subject site and borders the Waiata Shores Esplanade Reserve and Papakura Stream to the west, the Pahurehure Inlet to the south and southeast, and Stage 4 of the Waiata Shores Residential Subdivision to the north.
10. Stage 4B sits south of residential development and will be accessed via Waituarua Drive and the existing pedestrian path to the east that will be developed to continue around the Reserve and back to meet Waituarua Drive.
11. The site is irregularly shaped with a total area of approximately 95,733m². In respect to topography, the site is relatively flat.
12. Fletcher Living presented, as a deputation, to the Papakura Local Board on the 28 April 2021 their proposal to develop a playground at the southern point of their Waiata Shores development, seeking funding contributions for the development of the playground at the time.
13. Members of the local board reviewed the concept plan and provided feedback at an initial workshop in October 2021.
14. Following this workshop, council staff liaised with the developer in regard to board members’ feedback on the concept design. In particular the importance of needs, growth funding availability, minor maintenance adjustment and the provision of a pump track to meet the needs of the future community based on service needs assessment and addressed the following:
· Councils’ Parks and Places Specialist determined that there will be a need for play that will enable a wide age group in the future. Growth funding has not been allocated towards the development of this park, but it was determined that funding will only be available after 2026. This falls outside of the development completion timeframe for Waiata Shores and as a result, Fletchers Living proposed to construct the playground at their sole cost to an estimated CAPEX value of $1.3 million, in collaboration with council standards.
· The developer has incorporated a new pump track.
· Minor amendments to meet affordability with reference to materials of the assets proposed.
15. A subsequent workshop was held with the local board on 14 September 2022 to present the revised concept plans to which the board members expressed their support to progress to a formal endorsement of the concept plan, and delegation to staff to progress detailed design and delivery via the formal development processes.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
16. Fletcher Living has engaged Wahi Wairua to design the open space, with park elements proposed to provide both passive and active recreation, as well as landscaping, planting and cultural narrative elements.
17. The concept plan as presented by Fletchers Living contains conventional playground equipment and design, kick around space, walkways and seating, urban ngahere, a pump track, educational local learning that are specific to the area and other associated landscaping features.
18. Overall, the concept proposes traditional play structures, reinterpreted in a contemporary context with a focus on providing opportunities for users of different ages and abilities to enjoy together. As a significant vertical element in the landscape the tower provides a focal point for the playground and a way finding marker in the local landscape without compromising view shafts.
19. The playground, pump track and reserve are located within walking distance of the Waiata Shores subdivision. Pedestrian and bike access is provided from the existing path, proposed to extend around and through the reserve to meet a path that will run the southern boundary of the road reserve at Waituarua Drive.
20. These elements provide opportunities for climbing, exploring, and informal games for a wide age variety and traditional play associated with the natural environment is reinterpreted through contemporary materials and forms and with specific reference to ngahere (forest).
21. Council staff agree that additional play provision in the location is a good outcome for the local community due to the impending demand from the surrounding development. Parks and Places Specialist staff have advised that the proposed concept plan presents an appropriate mix of play and recreation opportunities that caters to a variety of age groups. The proposed concept plans are consistent with the anticipated outcomes for the reserve as outlined in the Papakura Local Board Plan 2020.
22. Parks and Community Facilities staff have provided input throughout the development of the concept plan. This has included strategic direction for park service outcome delivery, advice on design and maintenance. Council staff supports the overall concept, with final details to be approved at the engineering plan approval stage.
23. The Project Specialisation Team, Landscape Architecture team are satisfied with the assets proposed and will confirm robust design at the engineering plan approval stage.
24. The Parks and Community Facilities Head of Operations has assessed the ongoing operational costs and is satisfied with the assets proposed.
25. It is inevitable that the open space will be developed at the sole cost of the developer, but it is important for the asset owner that it is to an extent that provides quality landscaping, reserves and infrastructure while balancing operational and maintenance costs at a level of expenditure aligned with agreed affordability. To provide this, as well as consistency and certainty within the industry for design procedures, the Areas Operation Manager was actively involved in this discussion to guide minimum design standards required for landscaping, reserve development and other infrastructure design for maintenance purposes.
26. The maintenance obligation has been reduced and managed to meet Council’s operational and maintenance costs at a level of expenditure aligned with agreed affordability. This will be managed by an Infrastructure Funding Agreement. Any consequential OPEX cost will be absorbed within the consequential OPEX maintenance contract.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
27. In June 2019, Auckland Council declared a climate emergency and a commitment to the community to look at ways on how we can consider climate implications in everything that we do. The Parks and Community Facilities department at Auckland Council is committed to the regional sustainability targets of Te-Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri-Auckland's Climate Plan.
28. Any formal development of parks infrastructure will contribute to climate change through carbon emissions, particularly during construction and renewal phases, and through ongoing maintenance. This needs to be carefully considered when creating new parks assets.
29. The plan outlines actions to ensure co-location of built infrastructure to minimise its footprint and encourages multifunctional use of buildings and spaces. This more integrated approach to park development and facility management will ensure improved climate outcomes.
30. This strategic approach to identifying opportunities for future development within this park will ensure that if progressed, actions would provide greatest value to local communities and the wider network. This ensures investment is targeted appropriately and therefore minimises impact on the climate and environment.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
31. Staff in the former Community Facilities department (now Parks and Community Facilities) have provided input on the concept plan considering how the playground will be maintained. Council Landscape Architecture staff have advised on planting locations and species and the Parks and Places Specialist has provided recommendations in regard to appropriate play and recreational equipment.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
32. The local board has allocated decision making responsibility for the development of local parks within the Papakura Local Board area. Members of the local board provided feedback at a workshop on 14 September 2022 indicating they were generally satisfied with the concept plan.
33. The development of the concept plan aligns with the following Papakura Local Board Plan 2020 outcomes and objectives: -
· Outcome Two: A community enriched by its diversity, where people feel connected and lead active, healthy lifestyles.
· Outcome Three: A well connected area where it is easy to move around.
· Outcome Four: A Treasured Environment and heritage.
· Outcome Five: A partnership with Māori that creates a Papakura where Māori identity, culture and aspirations are embraced.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
34. The proposed park does not contain any known sites or places of significance or value to mana whenua but the contribution of park outcomes is of significant importance to Te Ākitai Waiohua (local iwi), their wellbeing, values, culture and traditions.
35. Wahi Wairua has been working very closely with Te Ākitai Waiohua (local iwi) on the concept plan for the playground and coastal walkway.
36. As the project transitions from the master planning stage to the design and delivery phase, hui with mana whenua groups continue. These hui designs are workshopped for mana whenua input, particularly related to open spaces and landscaping and cultural narrative expression and artwork opportunities.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
37. There are no financial implications related to actions, recommendations or decisions required other than consequential OPEX for maintaining the park and assets in the future.
38. The developer will cover the entire capital expenditure to develop the open space and is obligated to maintain the assets until the end of 2025.
39. Funding will be required to ensure ongoing maintenance of new assets and landscaping constructed within the reserve at the conclusion of the maintenance periods agreed in accordance with an Infrastructure Funding Agreement.
40. Parks and Community Facilities, Facility Performance Analysist has conducted a high-level assessment and estimated the consequential operational expenditure per annum for all of the proposed works at an estimated value of $38,600 for the first two years after practical completion, after which it will significantly decrease once the landscaping has established.
41. Operational expenditure will commence following practical completion and conclusion of maintenance periods in accordance with an Infrastructure Funding Agreement. Practical completion for all stages of the development is currently expected to be in the 2026 financial year.
42. The Lead Financial Advisor, from the Corporate and Local Board Performance, Financial Strategy and Planning team expressed their support regarding the consequential operating expenses that will be created by this proposal. If approved annual maintenance will be paid for by the consequential OPEX budget administered by Parks & Community Facilities after the commencement of financial year 2026.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
43. Risks for the delivery of the open space network are cost escalation and inadequate handover. These items will be managed via an Infrastructure Funding Agreement that will be signed by both the developer’s representative and Auckland Council to ensure that proper handover of all documents, warranties, as-builts and producer statements occurs. Engineering plan approval will also be obtained for all assets vested with the council before construction commencement.
44. These items will be managed via an Infrastructure Funding Agreement that will be entered into by both the developer’s representative and council to ensure that proper handover of all documents, warrantees, as-builts and producer statements occurs. The Infrastructure Funding Agreement will also place all responsibility for delivery of the reserve on the developer who will be responsible for absorbing any and all cost escalations in order to deliver the complete reserve development.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
45. The developer wishes to develop the reserve as soon as possible following the local board’s approval. Council staff will review detailed engineering design plans to ensure the proposal meets council’s park construction standards.
46. Following local board approval of the concept plan staff will finalise the Infrastructure Funding Agreement with the developer.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Waiata Shores reserve and playground concept plan |
41 |
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Signatories
Author |
Lea van Heerden - Senior Parks Planner |
Authorisers |
Taryn Crewe - General Manager Community Facilities Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
28 September 2022 |
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Papakura Local Grants Round One 2022/2023 Grant Allocation
File No.: CP2022/12190
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To fund, part-fund or decline the applications received for 2022/2023 Papakura Local Grants Round One.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. This report presents applications received for the Papakura Local Grants (refer Attachment B).
3. The Papakura Local Board adopted the Papakura Local Grants Programme 2022/2023 (refer Attachment A). The document sets application guidelines for contestable grants submitted to the local board.
4. The Papakura Local Board has set a total community grants budget of $201,087 for the 2022/2023 financial year.
5. The Papakura Local Board allocated $3,000 from the Papakura Community Grants 2022/2023 to the Event Partnership Fund (PPK/2022/151). This leaves $198,087 for the 2022/2023 financial year.
6. Twenty applications were received for consideration in Papakura Local Grants Round One 2022/2023, with a total amount requested of $90,249.
Recommendation/s That the Papakura Local Board: a) agree to fund, part-fund or decline each application received in the Papakura Local Grants Round One
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Horopaki
Context
7. The local board allocates grants to groups and organisations delivering projects, activities and services that benefit Aucklanders and contribute to the vision of being a world class city.
8. Auckland Council’s Community Grants Policy supports each local board to adopt a grants programme:
The local board grants programme sets out:
· local board priorities
· lower priorities for funding
· exclusions
· grant types, the number of grant rounds and when these will open and close
· any additional accountability requirements.
9. The Papakura Local Board adopted the grants programme for 2022/2023 (refer Attachment A) and will operate two small grants and two local grants rounds for this financial year.
10. The community grants programmes have been extensively advertised through the council grants webpage, local board webpages, local board e-newsletters, Facebook pages, council publications, and community networks.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
11. Due to the current COVID-19 crisis, staff have also assessed each application according to which alert level the proposed activity is able to proceed. Events and activities have been assessed according to this criterion.
12. The aim of the local board grants programme is to deliver projects and activities which align with the outcomes identified in the local board plan. All applications have been assessed utilising the Community Grants Policy and the local board grant programme criteria. The eligibility of each application is identified in the report recommendations.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
13. The local board grants programme aims to respond to Auckland Council’s commitment to address climate change by providing grants to individuals and groups with projects that support community climate change action. Community climate action involves reducing or responding to climate change by residents in a locally relevant way. Local board grants can contribute to expanding climate action by supporting projects that reduce carbon emissions and increase community resilience to climate impacts. Examples of projects include:
· local food production and food waste reduction
· decreasing use of single-occupancy transport options
· home energy efficiency and community renewable energy generation
· local tree planting and streamside revegetation
· education about sustainable lifestyle choices that reduce carbon footprints.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
14. Based on the main focus of an application, a subject matter expert from the relevant department will provide input and advice. The main focus of an application is identified as arts, community, events, sport and recreation, environment or heritage.
15. The grants programme has no identified impacts on council-controlled organisations and therefore their views are not required.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
16. Local boards are responsible for the decision-making and allocation of local board community grants. The Papakura Local Board is required to fund, part-fund or decline these grant applications in accordance with its priorities identified in the local board grant programme.
17. Staff will provide feedback to unsuccessful grant applicants about why they have been declined, so they can increase their chances of success in the future.
18. A summary of each application received through Papakura Local Grants Round One, 2022/2023(refer Attachment B).
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
19. The local board grants programme aims to respond to Auckland Council’s commitment to improving Māori wellbeing by providing grants to individuals and groups who deliver positive outcomes for Māori. Auckland Council’s Māori Responsiveness Unit has provided input and support towards the development of the community grants processes.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
20. This report presents applications received for the Papakura Local Grants (refer Attachment B).
21. The Papakura Local Board adopted the Papakura Local Grants Programme 2022/2023 (refer Attachment A). The document sets application guidelines for contestable grants submitted to the local board.
22. The Papakura Local Board has set a total community grants budget of $201,087.00 for the 2022/2023 financial year.
23. The Papakura Local Board allocated $3,000 from the Papakura Community Grants 2022/2023 to the Event Partnership Fund (PPK/2022/151). This leaves $198,087 for the 2022/2023 financial year.
24. Twenty applications were received for consideration in Papakura Local Grants Round One 2022/2023, with a total amount requested of $90,248.80.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
25. The allocation of grants occurs within the guidelines and criteria of the Community Grants Policy and the local board grants programme. The assessment process has identified a low risk associated with funding the applications in this round.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
26. Following the Papakura Local Board allocating funding for the Local Grants Round One, council staff will notify the applicants of the local board’s decision.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Papakura Community Grant Programme 2022/2023 |
61 |
b⇨ |
Papakura Community Local Grant Application Summary 2022/2023 (Under Separate Cover) |
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Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Asha Malhotra - Grants Advisor |
Authorisers |
Pierre Fourie - Grants & Incentives Manager Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
28 September 2022 |
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Papakura Youth Scholarship Programme 2022/2023
File No.: CP2022/13426
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To fund, part-fund, or decline applications received to the 2022/2023 Papakura Youth Scholarship Programme.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The Papakura Local Board adopted the Papakura Youth Scholarship programme 2022/2023 (Attachment A), which sets application guidelines for youth grants submitted to the board.
3. This report presents applications received in the 2022/2023 Papakura Youth Scholarship (Attachment B).
4. The Papakura Local Board has set a total Papakura Youth Scholarship budget of $20,000.00 for the 2022/2023 financial year.
5. Nineteen applications were submitted to the Papakura Youth Scholarship requesting a total of $26,199.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) to fund, part-fund, or decline applications received to the 2022/2023 Papakura Youth Scholarship.
Application ID |
Requesting funding for |
Amount requested |
Eligibility |
YG2314-101 |
Towards creative technology year 2 and year 3 course tuition fee. |
$1,500.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-103 |
Requesting funding towards university accommodation and laptop for study. |
$1,500.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-104 |
Requesting funding towards laptop and University halls deposit. |
$1,500.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-105 |
Requesting funding for laptop for studies. |
$1,500.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-107 |
Requesting funding towards laptop for studies. |
$1,200.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-109 |
Requesting funding for laptop to study and course fees. |
$1,500.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-110 |
Requesting funding for Course fees and travel cost. |
$2,000.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-113 |
Requesting funding towards the accommodation costs at University Campus. |
$1,500.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-114 |
Requesting funding towards course/stationery fees and bus/train costs. |
$1,000.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-117 |
Requesting funding to buy laptop to study and course fees. |
$1,500.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-118 |
Requesting funding to cover course fees at Auckland University of Technology. |
$1,000.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-122 |
Requesting funding to cover course and University accommodation fees. |
$1,500.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-124 |
Requesting funding towards tertiary related fees. |
$1,000.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-125 |
Requesting funding towards tertiary related fees. |
$1,000.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-126 |
Requesting funding to cover course fees and course related travel cost. |
$1,500.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-129 |
Requesting funding for course books and iPad for studies. |
$1,499.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-130 |
Requesting funding for the course fees, course books and transportation costs. |
$1,500.00 |
Eligible |
YG2314-132 |
Requesting funding for Venue hire, refreshments, and prizes cost. |
$1,500.00 |
Ineligible |
YG2314-133 |
Requesting funding to help with the Pre-Nursing level 4 course related fees. |
$1,000.00 |
Eligible |
Total |
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$26,199.00 |
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Horopaki
Context
6. The local board provide funds for young people in the Papakura Local Board area for learning and development opportunities.
7. The youth grants were advertised through the council grants webpage, local board webpages, local board e-newsletters, Facebook pages, council publications, and community networks.
8. The Papakura Local Board adopted the Papakura Youth Scholarship Programme, which sets application guidelines for contestable youth grant applications submitted to the board.
9. The criteria for applicants are as follows:
· Be aged between 14 and 24 years old
· Have a meaningful connection to the Papakura Local Board area
· Be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
· Include a reference letter from your school principal, teacher, tutor, community leader, or employer in support of your application
10. The grants are available for applicants to apply for funding up to $1,500 for any one of the following:
· Learning and development opportunities to build on your own leadership and experience within your community
· Supporting the development of your own social enterprise project
· Support to attend conferences, programmes, or training for personal development, such as climate change, leadership, social innovation, wellness, arts and culture, trade, sports, and media.
· Run an event or programme in response to community interest and need.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
11. Funding these grants is intended to equip young people with skills, training, and support to flourish to grow and succeed
12. Staff will provide feedback to unsuccessful grant applicants so they can increase their chances of success in the future.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
13. The Youth Grants Programme aims to respond to Auckland Council’s commitment to address climate change by providing grants to young people for projects that support and enable community climate action.
14. Community climate action involves reducing or responding to climate change by residents in a locally relevant way.
15. Examples of projects include local food production and food waste reduction, increasing access to single-occupancy transport options, home energy efficiency and community renewable energy generation, local tree planting and streamside revegetation, and educating about sustainable lifestyle choices that reduce carbon footprints.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
16. The Youth Grants are managed and delivered by the Grants Team. Based on the focus of an application, a subject matter expert who is a youth specialist will provide input and advice.
17. The local board Communications Advisor will assist with the marketing and promotion of the scholarships.
18. The grants programme has no identified impacts on council-controlled organisations and therefore their views are not required.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
20. Staff will provide feedback to unsuccessful grant applicants so they will know what they can do to increase their chances of success next time.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
21. The youth grants programme aims to respond to the council’s commitment to improving Māori wellbeing by providing grants to young people who deliver positive outcomes for Māori. Auckland Council’s Māori Outcomes Delivery, Ngā Mātārae has provided input and support towards the development of the community grant processes.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
22. The Papakura Local Board adopted the Papakura Youth Scholarship 2022/2023 (Attachment A), which sets application guidelines for youth grants submitted to the board.
23. This report presents applications received in the 2022/2023 Papakura Youth Scholarship (Attachment B).
24. The Papakura Local Board has set a total Papakura Youth Scholarship budget of $20,000.00 for the 2022/2023 financial year.
25. Nineteen applications were submitted to the Papakura Youth Scholarship requesting a total of $26,199.00.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
26. The allocation of grants occurs within the guidelines and criteria of the Community Grants Policy and the local board grants programme. The assessment process has identified a low risk associated with funding the applications in this round.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
27. Following the Papakura Local Board allocating funding, grants staff will notify the applicants of the local board’s decision.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Papakura Youth Scholarship Programme 2022/2023 |
71 |
b⇩ |
75 |
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Asha Malhotra - Grants Advisor |
Authorisers |
Pierre Fourie - Grants & Incentives Manager Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
28 September 2022 |
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Local Board Annual Report 2021/2022
File No.: CP2022/13874
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To seek local board adoption of the 2021/2022 Annual Report for the Papakura Local Board, prior to it being adopted by the Governing Body on 29 September 2022.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The Auckland Council Annual Report 2021/2022 is being prepared and needs to be adopted by the Governing Body by 29 September 2022. As part of the overall report package, individual reports for each local board are prepared.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) adopt the draft 2021/2022 Papakura Local Board Annual Report as set out in Attachment A of the agenda report
b) note that any proposed changes after the adoption will be clearly communicated and agreed with the chairperson before the report is submitted for adoption by the Governing Body on 29 September 2022.
Horopaki
Context
3. In accordance with the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009 and the Local Government Act 2002, each local board is required to monitor and report on the implementation of its Local Board Agreement. This includes reporting on the performance measures for local activities and the overall funding impact statement for the local board.
4. In addition to the compliance purpose, local board annual reports are an opportunity to tell the wider performance story with a strong local flavour, including how the local board is working towards the outcomes of their local board plan.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
5. The annual report contains the following sections:
Section |
Description |
Mihi |
The mihi is an introduction specific to each local board area and is presented in Te Reo Māori and English. |
About this report |
An overview of what is covered in this document. |
Message from the chairperson |
An overall message introducing the report, highlighting achievements and challenges, including both financial and non-financial performance. |
Local board members |
A group photo of the local board members. |
Our area – projects and improvements |
A visual layout of the local board area summarising key demographic information and showing key projects and facilities in the area. |
Performance report |
Provides performance measure results for each activity, providing explanations where targeted service levels have not been achieved. Includes the activity highlights and challenges. |
Our performance explained |
Highlights of the local board’s work programme which contributed to a performance outcome |
Local flavour |
A profile of either an outstanding resident, grant, project or facility that benefits the local community. |
Funding impact statement |
Financial performance results compared to long-term plan and annual plan budgets, together with explanations about variances. |
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
6. The council’s climate change disclosures are covered in volume four of the annual report and sections within the summary annual report.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
7. Council departments and council-controlled organisations comments and views have been considered and included in the annual report in relation to activities they are responsible for delivering on behalf of local boards.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
8. Local board feedback will be included where possible. Any changes to the content of the final annual report will be discussed with the local board chairperson before the report is submitted for adoption by the Governing Body.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
9. The annual report provides information on how Auckland Council has progressed its agreed priorities in the Long-term Plan 2021-2031 over the past 12 months. This includes engagement with Māori, as well as projects that benefit various population groups, including Māori.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
10. The annual report provides a retrospective view on both the financial and service performance in each local board area for the financial year 2021/2022.
11. There are no financial implications associated with this report.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
12. The annual report is a legislatively required document. It is audited by Audit New Zealand who assess if the report represents information fairly and consistently, and that the financial statements comply with accounting standard PBE FRS-43: Summary Financial Statements. Failure to demonstrate this could result in a qualified audit opinion.
13. The annual report is a key communication to residents. It is important to tell a clear and balanced performance story, in plain English and in a form that is accessible, to ensure that council meets its obligations to be open with the public it serves.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
14. The next steps for the draft 2021/2022 Annual Report for the local board are:
· Audit NZ review during August and September 2022
· report to the Governing Body for adoption on 29 September 2022
· release to stock exchanges and publication online on 30 September 2022
· physical copies provided to local board offices, council service centres and libraries by the end of October 2022.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Vol 2 Papakura Local Board Annual Report 2021-2022 |
105 |
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Faithe Smith - Lead Financial Advisor |
Authorisers |
Mark Purdie - Manager Local Board Financial Advisory Louise Mason - General Manager Local Board Services Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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Approval for a new private road name at 13A & 13B Cliff Road, Papakura
File No.: CP2022/12290
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To seek approval from the Papakura Local Board to name a new private road, being a commonly owned access lot (COAL), created by way of a subdivision development at 13A & 13B Cliff Road, Papakura.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The Auckland Council Road Naming Guidelines (the Guidelines) set out the requirements and criteria of the council for proposed road names. The guidelines state that where a new road needs to be named as a result of a subdivision or development, the subdivider /developer shall be given the opportunity of suggesting their preferred new road name/s for the Local Board’s approval.
3. On behalf of the developer and applicant, Molotok Group Ltd, agent Vanessa Sader of Cato Bolam Consultants Ltd has proposed the names presented below for consideration by the Local Board.
4. The proposed road name options have been assessed against the Guidelines and the Australian & New Zealand Standard, Rural and Urban Addressing, AS NZS 4819:2011 and the Guidelines for Addressing in-fill Developments 2019 – LINZ OP G 01245 (the Standards). The technical matters required by those documents are considered to have been met and the proposed names are not duplicated elsewhere in the region or in close proximity. Mana Whenua have been consulted in the manner required by the Guidelines.
5. The proposed names for the new private road at 13A & 13B Cliff Road are:
· Pari Way (Applicant Preferred)
· Claudia Way (Alternative 1)
· Whangamaru Way (Alternative 2)
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) approves the name Pari Way (applicant’s preferred name) for the new private road created by way of subdivision at 13A & 13B Cliff Road, Papakura, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (Road naming reference RDN90102200, resource consent references BUN60375433 and SUB60375435).
Horopaki
Context
6. Resource consent reference BUN60375433 (subdivision reference number SUB60375435) was issued in April 2022 for the construction of 6 new residential freehold units and one commonly owned access lot (COAL).
7. Site and location plans of the development can be found in Attachment A and B.
8. In accordance with the Standards, any road including private ways, COALs, and right of ways, that serve more than five lots generally require a new road name in order to ensure safe, logical and efficient street numbering.
9. Council have received confirmation from LINZ, and informed the applicant that street numbers can be allocated by way of sub-addressing for this site and that a road name is not required. However, the applicant wishes to proceed with their road naming application as using sub-addressing is not favourable.
10. Attachment A identifies the COAL that the road names are proposed for (highlighted in yellow).
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
11. The Guidelines set out the requirements and criteria of the council for proposed road names. These requirements and criteria have been applied in this situation to ensure consistency of road naming across the Auckland Region. The Guidelines allow that where a new road needs to be named as a result of a subdivision or development, the subdivider/developer shall be given the opportunity of suggesting their preferred new road name/s for the Local Board’s approval
12. The Guidelines provide for road names to reflect one of the following local themes with the use of Māori names being actively encouraged:
· a historical, cultural, or ancestral linkage to an area; or
· a particular landscape, environmental or biodiversity theme or feature; or
· an existing (or introduced) thematic identity in the area.
13. Theme: The proposed road name gifted by Ngāti Tamaoho reflects the cultural and historic link Māori and Ngāti Tamaoho have to the Papakura area. The names link to the existing addressing around the development and commemorates the applicants’ / developers’ grandmothers.
Proposed name |
Meaning (as described by applicant) |
Pari Way (Applicant preferred) |
Translates to ‘Cliff’ in Māori; this name was chosen as it relates to the current property address, being Cliff Road. |
Claudia Way (Alternative 1) |
The developers of this site both have grandmothers named Claudia and they saw the naming of this private road as an opportunity to honour their grandmothers. |
Whangamaru Way (Alternative 2) |
Translates to “The sheltered inlet” in Māori; the inlets of Pahurehure were known specifically as sheltered places where waka could be sheltered. This name was put forward by the Ngāti Tamaoho Trust. |
14. Assessment: All the name options listed in the table above have been assessed by the council’s Subdivision Specialist team to ensure that they meet both the Guidelines and the Standards in respect of road naming. The technical standards are considered to have been met and duplicate names are not located in close proximity. It is therefore for the local board to decide upon the suitability of the names within the local context and in accordance with the delegation.
15. Confirmation: Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) has confirmed that all of the proposed names are acceptable for use at this location.
16. Road Type: ‘Way’ is an acceptable road type for the new private road, suiting the form and layout of the COAL.
17. Consultation: Mana whenua were consulted in line with the processes and requirements described in the Guidelines. Additional commentary is provided in the Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori section that follows.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
18. The naming of roads has no effect on climate change. Relevant environmental issues have been considered under the provisions of the Resource Management Act 1991 and the associated approved resource consent for the development.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
19. The decision sought for this report has no identified impacts on other parts of the Council group. The views of council controlled organisations were not required for the preparation of the report’s advice.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
20. The decision sought for this report does not trigger any significant policy and is not considered to have any immediate local impact beyond those outlined in this report.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
21. To aid local board decision making, the Guidelines include an objective of recognising cultural and ancestral linkages to areas of land through engagement with mana whenua, particularly through the resource consent approval process, and the allocation of road names where appropriate. The Guidelines identify the process that enables mana whenua the opportunity to provide feedback on all road naming applications and in this instance, the process has been adhered to.
23. Representatives of the following groups with an interest in the general area were contacted:
· Ngāi Tai Ki Tāmaki (Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki Tribal Trust)
· Ngāti Maru (Ngāti Maru Rūnanga Trust)
· Ngāti Tamaterā (Ngāti Tamaterā Settlement Trust
· Ngāti Te Ata (Te Ara Rangatu o Te Iwi o Ngāti Te Ata Waiohua)
· Ngāti Whanaunga (Ngāti Whanaunga Incorporated)
· Te Ahiwaru – Waiohua (Makaurau Marae Māori Trust)
· Te Ākitai Waiohua (Te Ākitai Waiohua Iwi Authority)
· Waikato – Tainui (Te Whakakitenga o Waikato Incorporated)
· Ngāti Tamaoho
24. By the close of the consultation period, Ngāti Tamaoho and Waikato – Tainui were the only two iwi groups to respond.
25. On 15 June 2022, Waikato – Tainui provided the following response:
· “Waikato Tainui supports Mana whenua to take the lead for the proposed names and support the use of Maaori street names.”
26. On 30 June 2022, Ngāti Tamaoho offered two names:
· “Wai-herenga: Referring to the ties of the many waka, both physically and metaphorically, that used the anchorages here.”
· “Whanga-maru: “The sheltered inlet”: The inlets of Pahurehure were known specifically as sheltered places where waka could be sheltered.”
27. LINZ have subsequently confirmed that ‘Whanga-maru’ is not acceptable for a road name, as the Standards prohibit the use of hyphens. However LINZ confirmed that Whangamaru would be acceptable.
28. The spelling ‘Whangamaru’ was subsequently checked with Ngāti Tamaoho and in an email of 29 July 2022, this was confirmed as being acceptable.
29. The applicant has therefore put forward Whangamaru as one of the proposed names (Alternative 2).
30. This site is not listed as a site of significance to mana whenua.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
31. The road naming process does not raise any financial implications for the Council.
32. The applicant has responsibility for ensuring that appropriate signage will be installed accordingly once approval is obtained for the new road names.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
33. There are no significant risks to Council as road naming is a routine part of the subdivision development process, with consultation being a key component of the process.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
34. Approved road names are notified to LINZ which records them on its New Zealand wide land information database. LINZ provides all updated information to other users, including emergency services.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Site Plan |
125 |
b⇩ |
Location Map |
127 |
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Amy Cao - Subdivision Advisor |
Authorisers |
David Snowdon - Team Leader Subdivision Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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Approval for six new public road names at 279 Park Estate Road, Hingaia
File No.: CP2022/14202
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To seek approval from the Papakura Local Board to name six new public roads, created by way of a subdivision development at 279 Park Estate Road, Hingaia.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The Auckland Council Road Naming Guidelines (the Guidelines) set out the requirements and criteria of the council for proposed road names. The guidelines state that where a new road needs to be named as a result of a subdivision or development, the subdivider /developer shall be given the opportunity of suggesting their preferred new road names for the Local Board’s approval.
3. On behalf of the developer and applicant, April Park Limited, agent, Walter Saggese of Orion Projects Ltd has proposed the names presented below for consideration by the Local Board.
4. The proposed road name options have been assessed against the Guidelines and the Australian & New Zealand Standard, Rural and Urban Addressing, AS NZS 4819:2011 and the Guidelines for Addressing in-fill Developments 2019 – LINZ OP G 01245 (the Standards). The technical matters required by those documents are considered to have been met and the proposed names are not duplicated elsewhere in the region or in close proximity. Mana whenua have been consulted in the manner required by the Guidelines.
5. The proposed names for new roads at 279 Park Estate Road are:
Road 2
· Red Knot Crescent (Applicant Preferred)
· Redpoll Crescent (Alternative)
· Whatakai Crescent (Alternative)
Road 3
· Lapwing Road (Applicant Preferred)
· Turnstone Street (Alternative)
· Ahipūmau Road (Alternative)
· Nebula Esplanade (Applicant Preferred)
· Lapponica Esplanade (Alternative)
· Onepango Esplanade (Alternative)
Road 5
· Blue Mussel Road (Applicant Preferred)
· Seashell Road (Alternative)
· Kaitītiko Road (Alternative)
Road 6
· Miranda Road (Applicant Preferred)
· Yellowhammer Road (Alternative)
· Taipahitini Road (Alternative)
Road 7
· Yellowtail Road (Applicant Preferred)
· Snapdragon Road (Alternative)
· Wāhipaka Road (Alternative)
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) approves the names Red Knot Crescent for ROAD 2, Lapwing Road for ROAD 3, Nebula Esplanade for ROAD 4, Blue Mussel Road for ROAD 5, Miranda Road for ROAD 6 and Yellowtail Road for ROAD 7 created by way of subdivision at 279 Park Estate Road, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road naming reference RDN90099000, resource consent reference SUB60339951 of BUN60339950).
Horopaki
Context
6. Resource consent reference BUN60339950 (subdivision reference number SUB60339951 was approved on 07 August 2020 for the creation of 193 freehold residential allotments and eight new roads.
7. Site and location plans of the development can be found in Attachments A and B.
8. In accordance with the Standards, any road including private ways, COALs, and right of ways, that serve more than five lots generally require a new road name in order to ensure safe, logical, and efficient street numbering.
9. In this case each road in the development needs a name.
10. On 27 July 2022, the Local Board approved the extension of the name Park Estate Road for Road 1 and the name Papareia Road for Road 8. For Roads 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 which are highlighted in Attachment A, the Local Board has requested the developer to wait for Ngāti Tamaoho to provide their suggested road names to ensure the road naming process follows the appropriate tikanga.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
11. The Guidelines set out the requirements and criteria of the council for proposed road names. These requirements and criteria have been applied in this situation to ensure consistency of road naming across the Auckland Region. The Guidelines allow that where a new road needs to be named as a result of a subdivision or development, the subdivider/developer shall be given the opportunity of suggesting their preferred new road name/s for the Local Board’s approval
12. The Guidelines provide for road names to reflect one of the following local themes with the use of Māori names being actively encouraged:
· a historical, cultural, or ancestral linkage to an area; or
· a particular landscape, environmental or biodiversity theme or feature; or
· an existing (or introduced) thematic identity in the area.
13. Theme: The subdivision land bounds the Manukau Harbour intertidal area. This was a bountiful area for the local Māori to hunt and gather and this is evidenced by the presence of middens close by. Hence the primary theme for the proposed street names references the Manukau Harbour and its inlets which were used for kai gathering. Local birds, waders and flower names are also included.
Road Reference |
Proposed name |
Meaning (as described by applicant) |
Road 2 |
Red Knot Crescent (Applicant Preferred) |
The red knot is a medium-sized wader that migrates to NZ in summer Redpoll Crescent |
Redpoll Crescent (Alternative) |
Redpolls are the smallest of New Zealand’s introduced finches |
|
Whatakai Crescent (Alternative) |
As per Ngati Tamaoho suggestion - referring to the processing of food on this site, specifically mātaitai from the surrounding awa and Pahurehure inlet. |
|
Road 3 |
Lapwing Road (Applicant Preferred) |
A large bird native to NZ |
Ahipūmau Road (Alternative) |
As per Ngati Tamaoho suggestion – ‘The fires everlasting’ – referring to the many fires along this stretch of coastline.
|
|
Turnstone Road (Alternative) |
The Ruddy Turnstone is stocky blackbird-sized wader. |
|
Road 4 |
Nebula Esplanade (Applicant Preferred) |
Sky |
Lapponica Esplanade (Alternative) |
(Limosa lapponica) is a large wader |
|
Onepango Esplanade (Alternative) |
As per Ngati Tamaoho suggestion, ‘the blackened soils’ – referring to the blackened nature of the soils here by the many fires. |
|
Road 5 |
Blue Mussel Road (Applicant Preferred) |
NZ bivalve clam |
Seashell Road (Alternative) |
As in 'seashells' |
|
Kaitītiko Road (Alternative) |
As per Ngati Tamaoho suggestion - referring to the tītiko (mudsnail) processed here. |
|
Road 6 |
Miranda Road (Applicant Preferred) |
The Miranda foreshore (Thames Coromandel) is internationally recognised as a significant feeding ground for migratory wading birds |
Yellowhammer Road (Alternative) |
Local NZ bird |
|
Taipahitini Road (Alternative) |
As per Ngati Tamaoho suggestion - Short for Te Tai O Ngā Pahi Tini – referring to the many fishing and shellfish gathering camps along this shoreline. |
|
Road 7 |
Yellowtail Road (Applicant Preferred) |
Maori name hautere |
Snapdragon Road (Alternative) |
Type of garden flower |
|
Wāhipaka Road (Alternative) |
As per Ngati Tamaoho suggestion - the drying place: Referring to the drying of mātaitai that took place here. |
14. Assessment: All the name options listed in the table above have been assessed by the council’s Subdivision Specialist team to ensure that they meet both the Guidelines and the Standards in respect of road naming. The technical standards are considered to have been met and duplicate names are not located in close proximity. It is therefore for the local board to decide upon the suitability of the names within the local context and in accordance with the delegation.
15. Confirmation: Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) has confirmed that all of the proposed names are acceptable for use at this location.
16. Road Type: ‘Road’, ‘Street’, ‘Crescent’ and ‘Esplanade’ are acceptable road types for the respective roads, suiting the form and layout of the respective roads.
17. Consultation: Mana whenua were consulted in line with the processes and requirements described in the Guidelines. Additional commentary is provided in the Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori section that follows.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
18. The naming of roads has no effect on climate change. Relevant environmental issues have been considered under the provisions of the Resource Management Act 1991 and the associated approved resource consent for the development.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
19. The decision sought for this report has no identified impacts on other parts of the Council group. The views of council-controlled organisations were not required for the preparation of the report’s advice.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
20. The decision sought for this report does not trigger any significant policy and is not considered to have any immediate local impact beyond those outlined in this report.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
21. To aid Local Board decision making, the Guidelines include an objective of recognising cultural and ancestral linkages to areas of land through engagement with mana whenua, particularly through the resource consent approval process, and the allocation of road names where appropriate. The Guidelines identify the process that enables mana whenua the opportunity to provide feedback on all road naming applications and in this instance, the process has been adhered to.
22. On 1 March 2022 and 25 March 2022, the applicant’s agent has contacted mana whenua regarding the proposed names. In summary, representatives of the following groups were contacted:
· Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki (Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki Tribal Trust)
· Ngāti Maru (Ngāti Maru Rūnanga Trust)
· Waikato – Tainui (Te Whakakitenga o Waikato Incorporated)
· Te Ākitai Waiohua (Te Ākitai Waiohua Iwi Authority)
· Te Ahiwaru – Waiohua (Makaurau Marae Māori Trust)
· Ngāti Te Ata (Te Ara Rangatu o Te Iwi o Ngāti Te Ata Waiohua)
· Ngāti Tamaoho (Ngāti Tamaoho Trust)
23. On 1 March 2022, representatives of Ngāti Tamaoho provided the following comments:
“The theme is a good one but the koorero and mātauranga around the Manukau Harbour sits with Ngaati Tamaoho as mana whenua. For these reasons we would prefer to submit our own names, though we can work with the theme you have suggested. It is important that the mana of these names and the koorero upholding them is upheld and handled with the appropriate tikanga.”
24. On 5 September 2022, the following names have been suggested by Ngāti Tamaoho:
· Whatakai: Referring to the processing of food on this site, specifically mātaitai from the surrounding awa and Pahurehure inlet.
· Kaitītiko: Referring to the tītiko (mudsnail) processed here.
· Pākaraka: Referring to the karaka trees along the shoreline. These indicate a place of settlement.
· Ahipūmau: “The fires everlasting” – Referring to the many fires along this stretch of coastline.
· Taipahitini: Short for Te Tai O Ngā Pahi Tini – Referring to the many fishing and shellfish gathering camps along this shoreline.
· Onepango: The blackened soils – Referring to the blackened nature of the soils here by the many fires.
· Wāhipaka: the drying place: Referring to the drying of mātaitai that took place here.
25. Six of the names suggested by Ngāti Tamaoho have been proposed by the applicant as alternative names for Roads 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
26. This site is not listed as a site of significance to mana whenua.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
27. The road naming process does not raise any financial implications for the Council.
28. The applicant has responsibility for ensuring that appropriate signage will be installed accordingly once approval is obtained for the new road names.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
29. There are no significant risks to Council as road naming is a routine part of the subdivision development process, with consultation being a key component of the process.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
30. Approved road names are notified to LINZ which records them on its New Zealand wide land information database. LINZ provides all updated information to other users, including emergency services.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Site Plan |
135 |
b⇩ |
Location Map |
137 |
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Amy Cao - Subdivision Advisor |
Authorisers |
David Snowdon - Team Leader Subdivision Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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Approval for two new private roads at 122-130 Cosgrave Road, Ardmore
File No.: CP2022/14415
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To seek approval from the Papakura Local Board to name two private roads, created by way of a subdivision development at 122-130 Cosgrave Road, Ardmore.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The Auckland Council Road Naming Guidelines (the Guidelines) set out the requirements and criteria of the council for proposed road names. The guidelines state that where a new road needs to be named as a result of a subdivision or development, the subdivider /developer shall be given the opportunity of suggesting their preferred new road names for the local board’s approval.
3. On behalf of the developer and applicant, Cosgrave Developments Limited, agent, Viren Sharma of Terra Group NZ Limited has proposed the names presented below for consideration by the local board.
4. The proposed road name options have been assessed against the Guidelines and the Australian & New Zealand Standard, Rural and Urban Addressing, AS NZS 4819:2011 and the Guidelines for Addressing in-fill Developments 2019 – LINZ OP G 01245 (the Standards). The technical matters required by those documents are considered to have been met and the proposed names are not duplicated elsewhere in the region or in close proximity. Mana whenua have been consulted in the manner required by the Guidelines.
5. The proposed names for new roads at 122-130 Cosgrave Road are:
Road 5
· Waotāpuke Place (Applicant Preferred)
· Hapoka Place (Alternative 1)
· Walnut Place (Alternative 2)
Road 6
· Tūkauri Place (Applicant Preferred)
· Hau Place (Alternative 1)
· Hapoka Place (Alternative 2)
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) approves the name Waotāpuke Place (applicant’s preferred name) for a private road (Road 5), created by way of subdivision at 122-130 Cosgrave Road, Ardmore, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road naming reference RDN90099447, resource consent reference SUB60365916 of BUN60365914)
b) approves the name Tūkauri Place (applicant’s preferred name) for a private road (Road 6), created by way of subdivision at 122-130 Cosgrave Road, Ardmore, in accordance with section 319(1)(j) of the Local Government Act 1974 (road naming reference RDN90099447, resource consent reference SUB60365916 of BUN60365914).
Horopaki
Context
6. Resource consent reference BUN60365914 (subdivision reference number SUB60365916) was approved for the construction of 182 new dwellings and the creation of 182 freehold residential allotments, new roads and private accessways.
7. Site and location plans of the development can be found in Attachments A and B.
8. In accordance with the Standards, any road including private ways, COALs, and right of ways, that serve more than five lots generally require a new road name in order to ensure safe, logical and efficient street numbering.
9. In this case each road in the development needs a name.
10. On 27 July 2022, the Papakura Local Board approved the extension of Survila Street and Opoka Street as well as approved the name Whare Kauri Road for Road 1 and Te Kaapia Road for Road 4. The local board also requested the developer to work with Ngāti Tamaoho for appropriate Māori names for Roads 5 and 6.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
11. The Guidelines set out the requirements and criteria of the council for proposed road names. These requirements and criteria have been applied in this situation to ensure consistency of road naming across the Auckland Region. The Guidelines allow that where a new road needs to be named as a result of a subdivision or development, the subdivider/developer shall be given the opportunity of suggesting their preferred new road name/s for the local board’s approval.
12. The Guidelines provide for road names to reflect one of the following local themes with the use of Māori names being actively encouraged:
· a historical, cultural, or ancestral linkage to an area; or
· a particular landscape, environmental or biodiversity theme or feature; or
· an existing (or introduced) thematic identity in the area.
13. Theme: The proposed names for Roads 5 and 6 are chosen to reflect the landscape and environmental features of the area as well as well as some good wishes for the community and future occupiers of the development.
Road Reference |
Proposed name |
Meaning (as described by applicant) |
Road 5 |
Waotāpuke Place (Applicant preferred) |
The buried forest, recalling the buried kauri forest lying beneath the earth in this area. |
Hapoka Place (Alternative 1) |
Hapoka stands for generosity, wisdom, intent and intuition. |
|
Walnut Place (Alternative 2) |
In ancient times, walnut is status symbol where it indicates the growing economic status of the society. The new development is also a status symbol which indicates the economic growth around the Papakura area. |
|
Road 6 |
Tūkauri Place (Applicant Preferred) |
A shortened form of the refrain to encourage strength in the face of adversity, likening to the strong stance of the kauri that once grew here. |
Hau Place (Alternative 1) |
Hau refers as the wind that blew the volcanic dust to bury the kauri logs & stumps in the area. It represents the history of New Zealand within the subdivision. |
|
Hapoka Place (Alternative 2) |
Hapoka stands for generosity, wisdom, intent and intuition. |
14. Assessment: All the name options listed in the table above have been assessed by the council’s Subdivision Specialist team to ensure that they meet both the Guidelines and the Standards in respect of road naming. The technical standards are considered to have been met and duplicate names are not located in close proximity. It is therefore for the local board to decide upon the suitability of the names within the local context and in accordance with the delegation.
15. Confirmation: Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) has confirmed that all of the proposed names are acceptable for use at this location.
16. Road Type: ‘Place’ is an acceptable road type for the respective roads, suiting the form and layout of the respective roads.
17. Consultation: Mana whenua were consulted in line with the processes and requirements described in the Guidelines. Additional commentary is provided in the Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori section that follows.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
18. The naming of roads has no effect on climate change. Relevant environmental issues have been considered under the provisions of the Resource Management Act 1991 and the associated approved resource consent for the development.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
19. The decision sought for this report has no identified impacts on other parts of the Council group. The views of Council Controlled Organisations (CCOs) were not required for the preparation of the report’s advice.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
20. The decision sought for this report does not trigger any significant policy and is not considered to have any immediate local impact beyond those outlined in this report.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
21. To aid local board decision making, the Guidelines include an objective of recognising cultural and ancestral linkages to areas of land through engagement with mana whenua, particularly through the resource consent approval process, and the allocation of road names where appropriate. The Guidelines identify the process that enables mana whenua the opportunity to provide feedback on all road naming applications and in this instance, the process has been adhered to.
22. On 20 September 2021, Ngāti Tamaoho were contacted by the applicant’s agent regarding the proposed names within the development. The other Mana Whenua with an interest in the general area were contacted by the applicant’s agent on the 26 April 2022. In summary, representatives of the following groups contacted:
· Ngāi Tai Ki Tāmaki
· Ngāti Tamaoho
· Te Ākitai Waiohua
· Te Ahiwaru – Waiohua
· Ngāti Te Ata
· Ngāti Paoa Iwi Trust
· Ngāti Maru
· Ngāti Tamaterā
· Waikato-Tainui
· Ngāti Whanaunga.
23. On 24 September 2021, representative of Ngāti Tamaoho indicated that Ngāti Tamaoho does not support the Te Reo Māori names proposed by the applicant and would like to provide their own iwi names.
24. Following additional consultation, the following names were provided by Ngāti Tamaoho for Roads 5 and 6 on 16 September 2022:
Tūkauri – A shortened form of the refrain to encourage strength in the face of adversity, likening to the strong stance of the kauri that once grew here.
Waotāpuke – The buried forest, recalling the buried kauri forest lying beneath the earth in this area.
Kōhingahinga – Recalling a tradition around the fall of the many great kauri trees that once stood in this area. The fallen trees are known in this region as kō, likening them to fallen kō (digging tools).
Ngāti Tamaoho also indicated the proposed use of ‘Hau Place’ and ‘Hapoka Place’ would not be suitable at these locations.
25. The applicant has included two of the names provided by Ngāti Tamaoho as preferred names for Roads 5 and 6.
26. This site is not listed as a site of significance to mana whenua iwi.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
27. The road naming process does not raise any financial implications for the Council.
28. The applicant has responsibility for ensuring that appropriate signage will be installed accordingly once approval is obtained for the new road names.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
29. There are no significant risks to Council as road naming is a routine part of the subdivision development process, with consultation being a key component of the process.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
30. Approved road names are notified to LINZ which records them on its New Zealand wide land information database. LINZ provides all updated information to other users, including emergency services.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Site Plan |
145 |
b⇩ |
Location Map |
147 |
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Amy Cao - Subdivision Advisor |
Authorisers |
David Snowdon - Team Leader Subdivision Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
|
Council-Controlled Organisations Quarterly Update: Quarter Four, 2021/2022
File No.: CP2022/14016
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To provide the Papakura Local Board with an update on Council-Controlled Organisation work programme items in its area, along with updates to the Papakura Local Board Joint CCO Engagement Plan.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The 2022/2023 CCO Local Board Joint Engagement Plans were agreed in 2022. However, this quarter four update is for the 2021/2022 CCO Engagement Plan.
3. Updates will be provided to local boards each quarter to show both changes to the plan itself, and to provide updates on the work programme items included in the attachments to the plan.
4. An updated version of the engagement plan is provided as Appendix A.
5. Work programme updates from Auckland Transport, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, Eke Panuku Development Auckland and Watercare are provided as Appendix B-E.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) receive the Council-controlled Organisations (CCO) Quarter Four 2021/2022 update
b) approve amendments to the Joint CCO Engagement Plan 2022/2023.
Horopaki
Context
6. Each local board has agreed an engagement approach with the four CCOs for the 2022/2023 local work programme.
7. While the local board approves the Joint CCO Engagement Plan each year, it remains a live document and CCOs are encouraged to keep the document amended and up to date.
8. Changes are also proposed by local boards and their support staff, where improvements can be made to all 21 engagement plans, and to keep information up to date.
9. This update may include the following types of changes:
· Additional work programme items, and proposed engagement level
· Proposed changes to the engagement approach with the local board
· Proposed changes to the extent of community engagement
10. In addition, the four CCOs provide a quarterly update on projects listed in the engagement plan.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
Amendments from Local Board Services
11. Amendments have been made where there have been staff changes within Local Board Services or CCOs.
12. These changes are reflected in Appendix A – Papakura Local Board Joint CCO Engagement Plan 2022/2023.
Auckland Transport
13. Auckland Transport’s work programme updates for Quarter Four are provided as Appendix B.
Updates to the Auckland Transport work programme
· Clevedon/Robb Roads intersection
· Old Wairoa signage and marking
· Opaheke/Boundary roads intersection
· Riverton/Porchester intersection
· Settlement Road/Marne Road safety
· Various roundabout improvements
· Bus shelters.
15. The Settlement Road overbridge project has been deferred due to major engineering issues.
16. The Waiata Shores Bridge (over the Papakura Stream) was workshopped in August 2022 and the feasibility report will be coming to the September Local Board business meeting.
17. The Takanini Ride Share trial was very successful and milestones were achieved.
18. Rosehill Intermediate and High School bus trial has been deferred for at least 12 months.
19. The Willis Road raised crossing consultation is underway.
20. The regional parking strategy has been put on hold until after the local government elections.
21. Further engagement on the interim speed management plan will also take place after the elections.
22. Auckland Transport Board approved the new Activities in the Road Corridor Bylaw 2022 which came into effect on 29 August 2022.
23. Phase Two of the Safe Speeds Programme saw the new speed limits go live between 30 June and 28 July 2022. The Auckland Transport Board is yet to consider and approve the proposed speed limits within Phase Three.
24. The Regional Public Transport Plan will be considered in the new term.
25. Supporting Growth staff are currently undertaking community engagement in relation to the Takaanini grade separation. A report is coming to the September 2022 Papakura Local Board business meeting to formally capture the boards feedback.
26. Pre-construction works at the Old Wairoa/Cosgrave intersection commenced August 2022. Construction is scheduled to be completed by December 2022.
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited
27. Tātaki Auckland Unlimited’s work programme updates for Quarter Four are provided as Appendix C.
Updates to the Tātaki Auckland Unlimited work programme
28. A large number of events and programmes delivered across the region have been included in the Appendix C.
29. A presentation on the Southern Auckland Economic Masterplan was held at the Papakura Local Board workshop 13 July 2022. Following that workshop, the Papakura Local Board Chair requested a local board member be included in the multi-agency steering group for the Southern Auckland Economic Masterplan. Tātaki Auckland Unlimited staff are exploring Papakura Local Board representation on the Business Attraction Initiative steering group as an alternative.
30. McLennan Park, home to Papakura City Association Football Club (AFC) is shortlisted as a training venue for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. Final selection is due by the end of 2022. The capital development programme for the clubroom upgrade is to be confirmed September 2022, subject to resolution of programme funding.
Eke Panuku Development Auckland
31. Eke Panuku’s work programme updates for Quarter Four are provided as Appendix D.
Updates to the Eke Panuku work programme
32. The local board approved the Red Hill service property optimisation opportunity at its 22 July 2022 business meeting. Eke Panuku will progress the project in line with the local board's resolution.
33. Both 26-32 O’Shannessey Street, Papakura and 36 Coles Crescent, Papakura are planned for urban regeneration outcomes. Once plans are developed, this will be reported to the local board.
34. Work is being done with Corporate Property on the lease-back of 35 Coles Crescent, Papakura including the establishment of the scope and programme of the refurbishment and strengthening works in the offices occupied by the Papakura Local Board. Delays have been encountered with the completion of the road-stopping to address the building encroachment. The preferred agency has been identified and will be formally engaged before the end of September 2022. Marketing of the property will proceed once the road-stopping is completed and titles are issued with a target of March 2023.
Watercare
35. Watercare’s work programme updates for Quarter Four are provided as Appendix E.
Updates to the Watercare work programme
36. In relation to the Hingaia Wastewater Rising Main, ground investigations are continuing to determine the route of the pipe network. The project team is meeting shortly to reset the work programme as a result of increasing costs.
37. The local board attended a site visit to the Papakura Water Treatment Plant (expansion of Hays Creek) on 5 July 2022. The site has moved to site-based commissioning and testing, with an estimated completion date of August 2022.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
38. Updating the Joint CCO Engagement Plan between the local board and Auckland Council’s substantive Council-Controlled Organisations does not have a direct impact on climate, however the projects it refers to will.
39. Each CCO must work within Te Taruke-a-Tawhiri: Auckland's Climate Action Plan on climate impacts, which will be provided to local boards on a project or programme basis.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
40. Receiving the updated Joint CCO Engagement Plan 2022/2023 addresses key elements of recommendations made by the CCO Review, including ensuring the communication of clear, up to date information from CCOs to local boards on projects in their area.
41. These plans will be shared with the integration teams that implement local board work programmes and will give council staff greater ongoing visibility of CCO work programmes.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
42. Local board engagement plans enable local boards to signal to CCOs those projects that are of greatest interest to the local board, and to ensure that engagement between the local board and the four CCOs is focussed on those priority areas.
43. Joint CCO engagement plans also give local boards the opportunity to communicate to CCOs which projects they expect to be of most interest to their communities.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
44. Updating and adopting the Joint CCO Engagement Plan 2022/2023 may have a positive impact on local engagement with mana whenua and mataawaka.
45. While both CCOs and local boards have engagement programmes with Māori, the engagement plan will allow a more cohesive and coordinated approach to engagement, with more advance planning of how different parts of the community will be involved.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
46. The adoption of the Joint CCO Engagement Plan 2022/2023 between the local board and Auckland Council’s substantive Council-Controlled Organisations does not have financial impacts for local boards.
47. Any financial implications or opportunities will be provided to local boards on a project or programme basis.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
48. It is likely that there will be changes made to work programme items in the engagement plan during the year, or to the level of engagement that the board or the community will have. This risk is mitigated by ensuring that the document states clearly that it is subject to change, contains a table recording changes made since it was signed, and will be re-published on the local board agenda quarterly, to ensure public transparency.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
49. The local board will receive the next quarterly update for Quarter One in late 2022.
50. A workshop will be held in early 2023 to begin development of a new engagement plan for 2023/2024.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
2022-23 Papakura Local Board - Joint CCO Engagement Plan |
155 |
b⇩ |
Auckland Transport Quarter Four 2021-22 Report – Papakura Local Board |
161 |
c⇩ |
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited Quarter Four 2021-22 Report – Papakura Local Board |
163 |
d⇩ |
Eke Panuku Quarter Four 2021-22 Report – Papakura Local Board |
169 |
e⇩ |
Watercare Quarter Four 2021-22 Report – Papakura Local Board |
171 |
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Jacob van der Poel - Advisor Operations and Policy |
Authorisers |
Rose Leonard - Manager Governance Services Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
|
Update on the progress and achievements of Ara Kōtui (formerly the Improving Māori input into local board decision-making)
File No.: CP2022/13829
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To report progress and achievements for the Ara Kōtui programme.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. Ara Kōtui is a joint mana whenua iwi and southern local boards initiative, established in 2015 to explore and support opportunities for improving iwi Māori involvement in local board decision-making.
3. The initiative receives funding from the five participating southern local boards and is supported by Auckland Council staff and Ōtara Health to progress its work programme and delivery plan.
4. In September, a 0.5 permanent part-time staff role in the Local Board Services department was established to further support the initiative and share experience and learnings more widely across Auckland Council and local boards.
5. Key recent achievements include a number of hui with mana whenua iwi and local boards to provide input to the development of local board work programmes, the establishment of a co-design process to explore formal shared decision-making, and successful advocacy to Auckland Council for a council-wide Mātauranga Māori policy and practice (currently in development).
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) receive the report on progress and achievements of the Ara Kōtui programme.
Horopaki
Context
6. Ara Kōtui (formerly known as the Improving Māori input into local board decision-making programme - IMI) was established in 2015 as a joint initiative between mana whenua iwi and, initially, the Manurewa, Māngere-Otāhuhu, and Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Boards. Papakura and Franklin Local Boards joined the project group subsequently.
At inception, the aim of the programme was to explore and support opportunities to enable mana whenua iwi to effectively participate in local board decision-making.
7. Ara Kōtui contributes to the Kia Ora Tāmaki Makaurau mana outcome, effective Māori participation – Kia ora te hononga, and the objective that mana whenua and iwi Māori are active partners and participants at all levels of the council group’s decision-making.
8. The programme is funded through local board work programmes. In the current 2022/2023 financial year, local boards contribute as follows:
Local Board |
Budget Allocation |
Māngere-Otāhuhu |
$10,000.00 |
Ōtara-Papatoetoe |
$6,000.00 |
Manurewa |
$10,000.00 |
Papakura |
$11,000.00 |
Franklin |
$5,000.00 |
Total Budget |
$42,000.00 |
9. Reporting on these budgets is provided at the completion of each financial year. The funding goes towards a contract with Ōtara Health (for facilitation including establishing hui appointments, agendas and minutes; catering for hui; administering mana whenua attendance and travel fees; organising regular collective mana whenua / southern local boards hui), and towards deliverables related to the Ara Kōtui delivery plan (examples include additional wānanga between mana whenua iwi and local boards and other deliverables in the joint work plan).
10. In August 2022, work programme and budget responsibility for Ara Kōtui was transferred from Connected Communities to the Local Board Services department.
11. Local Board Services will now take responsibility for quarterly reporting against this budget.
12. In July 2021, a part-time Lead Advisor was contracted to support the progress of Ara Kōtui and co-ordinate advice to deliver work programme priorities. From 1st September 2022, a permanent 0.5 position will be established, replacing the Lead Advisor role.
13. The purpose of this permanent 0.5 role is to support Ara Kōtui, help to strengthen southern local board-iwi partnerships and advance Kia ora te hononga (effective Māori participation), one of the Māori Outcomes identified in Kia Ora Tamaki Makarau.
14. The 0.5 role will also focus on the learnings and experience from Ara Kōtui being shared with other local boards across Tāmaki Makaurau.
15. Ara Kōtui is also supported by the southern Local Area Managers and staff supporting the southern local boards.
16. Staff from other council departments that have responsibility for various priorities in the current work programme also participate on an ‘as needed’ basis.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
17. In July 2021, an Auckland Council Research and Evaluation Unit (RIMU) evaluation of the programme made four key recommendations:
a) Local Board Services to ensure a forum is provided for mana whenua and local boards to discuss whether IMI is fit for purpose and is generating outcomes consistent with their strategies and plans.
b) The Project Reference Group (PRG) refresh the relationships and thinking informing IMI.
c) That the Project Reference Group generate mechanisms for ensuring oversight and accountability for IMI initiatives
d) The PRG and Local Board Services discuss how IMI should be adequately resourced and managed.
18. In response to the recommendations in the RIMU evaluation:
a) the Project Delivery Group and Project Reference Group were combined into one rōpū and have been meeting monthly, supported by Ōtara Health and council staff from Local Board Services, Connected Communities and others to implement work programme priorities.
b) new Terms of Reference were adopted, including roles and responsibilities for facilitation of meetings, Ara Kōtui support, advice and implementation of the delivery plan.
c) a refreshed and updated delivery plan was agreed with a number new of projects included.
d) improved oversight of the programme to local boards and mana whenua entities through regular reporting to local boards via a business meeting report, with the same information tailored for a newsletter for distribution to mana whenua iwi.
Ara Kōtui Work Programme Delivery Plan
Elections
19. In September 2021, Auckland Council’s election team held a workshop with Ara Kōtui seeking input to the design of a programme of initiatives that council could deliver in partnership with Ara Kōtui (and any other stakeholders) to improve Māori participation in elections 2022.
20. Insights and suggestions were offered by Ara Kōtui at both the September and October hui. The elections team held a workshop with mana whenua seeking further feedback in November. In February 2022, details of community partnerships to promote candidacy and voting participation were presented to Ara Kōtui.
Inauguration and induction
21. Interest has been sought from iwi Maori to host incoming local boards’ pōwhiri and inauguration ceremonies following the 2022 elections. Planning for these ceremonies is currently under way.
22. Work is also progressing for mana whenua participation in the induction of local board members, following the 2022 local government elections.
23. Expressions of interest have been sought from mana whenua iwi to:
· provide updates for inclusion in revised Local Board Induction Handbooks
· present on their priorities to a joint local boards/mana whenua hui in December 2022
· facilitate their own iwi-led induction with the new local boards, perhaps by way of a tour of the rohe, a marae visit or in some other form as determined by mana whenua iwi
24. Auckland Council has offered to provide resource to support this mahi. Six iwi have so far indicated their interest.
Mana Whenua / Local Board Member Hui
25. The 6-monthly hui for southern local boards and mana whenua was scheduled to be held in March/April of 2022. However, owing to COVID-19 and consequent meeting restrictions at that time, it was decided to defer the hui until late 2022, or early 2023.
26. With local government elections in October, the hui was rescheduled for early December, to be part of the induction process for incoming local boards. It will be an opportunity to introduce the new local boards and for mana whenua to shared priorities and aspirations ahead of development of the next local board plans.
27. The joint hui will also be an opportunity for existing local board members who are re-elected to continue to build on existing relationships, and for new elected members to begin those relationships.
28. For all elected members, the joint hui offers an introduction and/or familiarisation with tikanga in a marae setting.
Mana whenua input into local board decision-making
29. In April this year, staff asked participating local boards for direction on the establishment of a formal council joint committee with representation from mana whenua and local boards. The proposal was to establish a pilot to trial shared mana whenua iwi/local board decision-making for road naming.
30. Participating iwi and local boards chairs gave mixed feedback on this proposal, with general support for a trial of some form of shared decision-making, however limited support for road naming as the allocated decision-making to be shared.
31. Ara Kōtui gave direction to proceed with a co-design process to explore possibilities for shared decision-making, decide on the most suitable mechanism (which may not be a joint committee) and draft a terms of reference.
32. The co-design process was started in July using an online process, however iwi engagement was limited and a preference for in person engagement indicated.
33. Given the pending local government elections, the co-design process has paused, and will be revisited in the new electoral term.
Annual local board work programme development
34. In late 2021 mana whenua iwi were invited to join a pilot initiative with local boards in the development of the 2022/23 local board work programmes.
35. The purpose of the pilot initiative was to allow iwi to:
· increase understanding of the role of local boards through oversight and input into the work programme process
· ask questions about specific work programmes items
· influence existing work programme initiatives
· indicate projects of particular interest
· identify potential partnership projects.
36. Seven iwi attended a number of hui across the five southern local boards.
37. A variety of formats were trialed:
· Iwi participating in scheduled work programme workshops (Māngere-Otāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Boards)
· A series of hui between one local board and one iwi (Manurewa Local Board)
· A joint hui between multiple iwi and one local board (Franklin and Papakura Local Boards).
38. Feedback and insights from the hui helped to inform the development of local board work programmes for 2022/23 and will help with the design of future iwi/local board shared decision-making and iwi input to local board decision-making in the future.
39. The recommendation from this trial is for Local Board Services to amend the work programme process for the southern local boards to invite iwi participation in the work programme process as business as usual.
Governance Forward Work Programme
40. The Governance Forward Work Calendars for the five southern local boards are collated and provided each month to mana whenua. This gives mana whenua oversight of local board work programme initiatives being discussed at workshops, and upcoming decisions that local boards are considering.
41. There is a standing invitation for mana whenua to arrange, through liaison with local board chairs, their attendance at workshops or business meetings for items they have an interest in.
Advocacy
The Future for Local Government Review
42. The Future for Local Government Review Panel has accepted an invitation to attend the September 2022 hui of Ara Kōtui. The Panel will update the group on the progress of the review, with discussion about strengthening the Treaty partnership through effective Māori representation in local government.
43. This will be an opportunity for Ara Kōtui to share experiences and challenges of working together as local boards and iwi, within the governance structure of Auckland Council.
Mātauranga Māori
44. In May 2021, Ngā Mātārae presented a project plan and scope to develop a council-wide approach for the management, storage and use of iwi intellectual property, including kōrero, waiata, karakia, kupu, imagery, artwork and proverbs.
45. This was in response to a request from Ara Kōtui to the Chief Executive of Auckland Council that a consistent, careful and non-commercial approach be developed and agreed with mana whenua.
46. A draft policy will be presented to Ara Kōtui in November 2022, before being finalised and approved by Council.
Future Focus
47. In addition to the mahi mentioned above, there will be a focus in the new electoral term on:
· bringing local boards up to date with Ara Kōtui, with the likelihood of new local board members being elected with little or no knowledge of the kaupapa
· development of the new three-year local board plans that identify how local boards can support Māori Outcomes, and partner with iwi to deliver projects of mutual interest
· refreshing the Ara Kōtui delivery plan to ensure continued support for delivering on shared iwi and local board aspirations through work programmes
· continuing to build relationships, at governance and operational/delivery levels, between iwi and local boards
· continuing the co-design process.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
48. This project does not have any immediate impact on climate.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
49. Departmental staff delivering local board work programmes will need to be prepared to experience mana whenua attending local board workshops and being involved in local board work programming.
50. Ara Kōtui is developing ‘new’ ways of working with mana whenua. This may create expectations that other boards also implement these ways of working.
51. The work of Ara Kōtui complements the role of the Independent Māori Statutory Board (IMSB) and responds to the Schedule of Issues of Significance to Māori in Tamaki Mākaurau produced by the IMSB, with specific mention of the issue that “Māori are recognised as playing an important role in the development of local communities through the inclusion of Māori in local board decision-making”.
52. Ara Kōtui contributes to the Kia Ora Tāmaki Makaurau mana outcome, effective Māori participation – Kia ora te hononga - the objective that mana whenua and iwi Māori are active partners and participants at all levels of the council group’s decision-making.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
53. Five southern local boards are represented as part of the Ara Kōtui governance structure and their views contribute to the direction and decision-making of the group. They have committed to exploring and supporting opportunities to work with and enable mana whenua participation in local board decision-making.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
54. Mana whenua across the rohe are invited to send representatives to participate in the direction and decision-making of Ara Kōtui.
55. Work programme priorities and projects are co-designed with local boards for delivery by mana whenua and Auckland Council kaimahi.
56. Over time, it is expected that representation at various levels and processes for implementation of the Ara Kōtui delivery plan will continue to be refined, so that Māori views and aspirations are better reflected in local decision-making in Tāmaki Makaurau
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
57. This report is an update only to the local board and there are no direct financial implications.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
58. Not all mana whenua regularly attend Ara Kōtui, at either the governance or operational level. Some mana whenua may prefer to (and do) engage directly with individual local boards.
59. While Ara Kōtui is a governance to governance forum that sets direction, it is important that as actions are operationalised, all mana whenua iwi are given the same opportunity to take part, regardless of their attendance at Ara Kōtui.
60. Not all new local board members at the beginning of the new term will be familiar with the existence and role of Ara Kōtui. Local Board induction will need to include information on and familiarisation with the initiative.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
61. Reporting on progress of the Ara Kōtui delivery plan be included with the quarterly reporting cycle.
Attachments
There are no attachments for this report.
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Lucy Stallworthy - Local Board Engagement Advisor |
Authoriser |
Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
|
Local Board input on the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management
File No.: CP2022/13872
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. The purpose of this report is to seek high-level input from local boards on the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020. This includes:
· long-term visions for freshwater management
· the proposed Freshwater Management Units
· values and use of freshwater and the environmental outcomes sought for freshwater, either generally or for a specific water body.
2. This report also provides an overview of the feedback received through the first stage of the National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020 public engagement that ran from 13 June to 17 July.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
3. The National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020 provides national direction for freshwater management under the Resource Management Act 1991. The fundamental concept of the National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020 is Te Mana o te Wai, which is a hierarchy of obligations that prioritises:
· first, the health and well-being of water bodies and freshwater ecosystems
· second, the health needs to people (such as drinking water)
· third, the ability of people and communities to provide for the social, economic and cultural wellbeing.
4. Auckland Council is required to change the Auckland Unitary Plan to give full effect to Te Mana o te Wai, which must be reflected in all decisions made under the National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020. Changes to the Auckland Unitary Plan must be notified by December 2024. Action plans must also be prepared and published as soon as practicable to achieve environmental outcomes and freshwater management objectives.
5. The National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020 sets the National Objectives Framework and steps that every regional council or unitary authority must follow when implementing the National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020. Auckland Council is required to engage with communities and mana whenua to determine how Te Mana o te Wai applies to water bodies and freshwater ecosystems in Auckland.
6. The first stage of National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020 public engagement under the heading “Implementing the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 (te Mana o te Wai) for Auckland” was undertaken from 13 June to 17 July 2022. Feedback was sought on:
· the long-term visions for freshwater management
· the proposed Freshwater Management Units
· how people value and use freshwater bodies and the environmental outcomes people would like to see achieved for freshwater, either generally or for a specific water body.
7. Feedback from the first stage engagement will be used, along with existing information and further research and analysis, to develop freshwater management options that will be brought back for a second stage of engagement in the second half of 2023.
8. There were 626 pieces of feedback received through the engagement period.
9. Local boards are now invited to provide input to the National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020. Local boards can view the feedback form provided during consultation to assist in preparation of a feedback form at Attachment A.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) note the feedback received from communities through the first stage of public engagement with the National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020, in Attachment D, Attachment E and Attachment F
b) provide feedback on the National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020 values including the:
i) long-term visions for freshwater management
ii) proposed Freshwater Management Units
iii) values and use of freshwater and the environmental outcomes sought for freshwater, either generally or for a specific water body.
Horopaki
Context
10. The National Policy Statement - Freshwater Management 2020 (NPS-FM) is a mandatory national direction for freshwater management under the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA). The Policy Statement applies to all freshwater (including groundwater) and, to the extent they are affected by freshwater, to receiving environments (which may include estuaries and the wider coastal marine area).
11. The fundamental concept of the NPS-FM is Te Mana o te Wai, which is a hierarchy of obligations that prioritises:
· first, the health and well-being of water bodies and freshwater ecosystems
· second, the health needs to people (such as drinking water)
· third, the ability of people and communities to provide for the social, economic and cultural wellbeing
12. Regional councils and unitary authorities are required to change regional policy statements and regional plans to give effect to the requirements of the NPS-FM, including Te Mana o te Wai.
13. Auckland Council is required to engage with communities and mana whenua to determine how Te Mana o te Wai applies to water bodies and freshwater ecosystems in Auckland. A plan change to the Auckland Unitary Plan (AUP) is required for the NPS-FM implementation. The AUP plan change must be notified by December 2024. The NPS-FM also requires the preparation of action plans to manage the effects of the use and development of land, freshwater and on receiving environments. Action plans must be prepared and published as soon as practicable.
14. Every council must develop long-term visions for freshwater in its region and include those long-term visions as objectives in its regional policy statement. Long-term visions:
a) may be set by Freshwater Management Units (FMU), be part of a FMU, or at a catchment level; and
b) must set goals that are ambitious but reasonable (that is, difficult to achieve but not impossible); and
c) identify a timeframe to achieve those goals that is ambitious and reasonable (for example, 30 years after the commencement date).
15. The National Objectives Framework (NOF) is a core part of the NPS-FM, and includes a series of steps that every regional council or unitary authority must follow on implementation, including to:
· identify FMU in the region
· identify values for each FMU
· set environmental outcomes for each value and include them as objectives in regional plans
· identify attributes for each value and set a baseline for those attributes
· set target attribute states, environmental flows and levels, and other criteria to support the achievement of environmental outcomes
· set limits as rules and prepare action plans (as appropriate) to achieve environmental outcomes.
16. FMUs are essentially the spatial arrangements adopted by council for the management of freshwater. All fresh waterbodies and their related catchments must be within an FMU. While the NPS-FM is primarily concerned with the management of freshwater, it does also require an integrated management approach – ki uta ki tai – including consideration of the relationship of freshwater and its management to the coastal receiving environment.
17. A public engagement under the heading “Implementing the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 (te Mana o te Wai) for Auckland” was undertaken from 13 June to 17 July 2022 through AK Have Your Say and other engagement activities including library events and online webinars. Feedback was sought on:
· the long-term visions for freshwater management
· the proposed Freshwater Management Units
· how people value freshwater in FMUs and environmental outcomes people would like to see achieved for these values.
18. The public engagement on AK Have Your Say comprised the following:
· the NPS-FM 2020
· an overview of the NPS-FM implementation programme
· NPS-FM implementation timeline
· the proposed Auckland FMU map
· the map of the Pukekohe specified vegetable growing area (when implementing the NPS-FM, the council must have regard to the importance of this area for domestic vegetables and food security, and may temporarily have a less stringent approach to water quality issues to ensure this is appropriately recognised)
· an online feedback form with consultation questions and opportunity to provide comments on the proposed FMUs (also translated into numerous languages)
· a social pinpoint map allowing people to provide feedback to a water body or within an area
· Ministry for the Environment factsheets, infographics, and videos on freshwater management
· access to freshwater planning enquiry service for questions and further information.
19. Two online webinars and six library drop-in events were undertaken through the engagement period. These engagement activities introduced Auckland Council’s NPS-FM implementation programme and provided opportunities to the public to ask questions and to provide feedback directly.
20. There were 626 pieces of feedback received through the consultation period, including:
· 128 online feedback forms
· 343 site-specific comments (from 84 submitters) via the Social Pinpoint mapping tool
· 12 hard copy feedback forms
· 23 emails
· 120 comments via library displays where feedback could be provided on post-it notes.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
21. The NPS-FM has a focus on the identification and management of freshwater values. It includes four compulsory values (ecosystem health, human contact, threatened species, and mahinga kai) that must be applied and managed in each FMU. There are also other values that must be considered in managing freshwater if they are relevant to Auckland. The list of compulsory values and other values are provided in Attachment C to this report (and are identified as Appendices 1A and 1B of the NPS-FM). Additionally, the council must identify any other relevant values (i.e. additional to those specifically identified in the NPS-FM) including any additional Māori Freshwater Values as identified by mana whenua.
22. Overall, submitters raised over 200 individual sites of value to them, while many talked more generally about particular types of, or all, freshwater bodies. The sites named were most commonly located in the Franklin, Rodney, Waitākere Ranges, and Waitematā local board areas.
23. The values most commonly raised in relation to how submitters use, and would like to use, those freshwater bodies related to:
· ecosystem health – including water quality and habitat (both generally and for threatened species) in particular
· natural form and character
· drinking water supply
· human contact (that is, for recreational purposes such as swimming, boating, or fishing).
24. Given the importance of the coastal environment in Auckland, and the impacts from key freshwater issues, such as sediment and E. coli, three FMUs have been proposed for freshwater management based on the three coastal receiving environments for catchments: the Kaipara Harbour, the Manukau Harbour and the Hauraki Gulf (map provided in Attachment B). This proposed approach provides the opportunity to both address the management of freshwater for its own sake, while also explicitly considering its relationship to the coastal environment.
25. While submitters were not asked directly whether they supported the Freshwater Management Units or not, comments were provided on a range of matters, including suggestions around amending the proposed boundaries, or rationale behind the boundaries, having more or less FMUs, more location specific detail, and having the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area as a separate FMU.
26. Other submitters commented on non-FMU specific matters including wetlands, the need for more transparency and action, concern about water quality, the need to prioritise ecosystem health, farming/vegetable growing, and flooding.
27. The NPS-FM provides for a specified vegetable growing area in Pukekohe that sits within the Manukau FMU. Some comments related to the provision for horticultural land use in Pukekohe.
· 3 supported the provision for continued horticultural use, including irrigation.
· 3 expressed concerns about the impact of horticultural activities on water quality (streams, and aquifers) particularly from fertiliser and nitrates.
28. Demographic information from those submitters who provided it is detailed in Attachment D.
29. Data tables naming sites, and their number of mentions by local board area is provided in Attachment E. A full Summary of Feedback report is provided in Attachment F.
30. Staff are currently undertaking data analysis and a summary report of feedback will be published on AK Have Your Say.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
31. The fundamental concept of the NPS-FM Te Mana o te Wai is about restoring and preserving the balance between the water, the wider environment, and the community. This concept is in line with the natural environment priority of Te Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri: Auckland’s Climate Plan, which sets the goal:
“Oranga taiao, oranga tāngata: a healthy and connected natural environment supports healthy and connected Aucklanders. The mauri (life essence) of Tāmaki Makaurau is restored”.
32. The NPS-FM includes the following policy direction in response to climate change:
Policy 4: Freshwater is managed as part of New Zealand’s integrated response to climate change.
33. Every council must have regard to the foreseeable impact of climate change in following areas:
· when setting limits on resource use, every regional council must:
3.14(2)(a)(ii) have regard to the foreseeable impacts of climate change
· when setting environmental flows and levels, every regional council must:
3.16(4)(a)(ii) have regard to the foreseeable impacts of climate change
· when assessing and reporting, as part of each review required by section 35(2A) of the RMA, every regional council must prepare and publish:
3.30(2)(g) predictions of changes, including the foreseeable effects of climate change, that are likely to affect water bodies and freshwater ecosystems in the region.
34. The implementation of the NPS-FM will help to promote the resilience of freshwater ecosystems to the effects of climate change. The development of freshwater action plans will require sustainable land and water management practices to enhance the mauri and health of waterways, which is in line with actions prioritised in the Auckland Climate Plan.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
35. The NPS-FM is relevant to all of the council’s functions. All relevant council departments and Council Controlled Organisations (CCOs) are involved in the NPS-FM implementation, including participation in aa Steering Committee overseeing the development and implementation of the programme. This includes having an ongoing role in supporting the NPS-FM engagement, and providing input and review of responses developed to give effect to the NPS-FM.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
36. Under the Local Government Act 2002, local boards are responsible for identifying and communicating to Auckland Council the interests and preferences of the people in its local board area in relation to the content of council’s strategies, policies, plans, and bylaws. Local boards have a detailed understanding of their areas including freshwater values and issues and are in a position to provide important input to the development of NPS-FM responses, including in relation to the matters covered by this round of public engagement.
37. Prior to the public engagement a memo titled “Implementing the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 for Auckland” was provided to all local boards on 26 May 2022. The memo advised the key principles, consultation and timeframe requirements of implementing the NPS-FM, and the opportunities for local board input through the process (attached in Attachment G).
38. A webinar presentation titled “National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020” was also presented to local boards in the meeting on 3 June 2022. In response to feedback from elected members, the period for providing input had been extended for local boards to September 2022 to allow local boards time to provide feedback following the close of public engagement.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
39. The NPS-FM says the council must “actively involve tangata whenua (to the extent they wish to be involved) in freshwater management” including in identifying Māori values and decision-making processes relating to Māori freshwater values.
40. Engagement with mana whenua in Auckland is being undertaken through an on-going process, directly with mana whenua entities throughout the preparation of a plan change and development of action plans.
41. Engagement with the mana whenua of Tāmaki Makaurau about the NPS-FM has also been undertaken in the broader context of Three Waters Reform and the development and implementation of the council’s Water Strategy, to enable mana whenua to provide a more holistic consideration of the management of water.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
42. The first stage of the NPS-FM engagement was undertaken within the business-as-usual planning budget. This budget covers primarily staff time and the public engagement.
43. The budget required for NPS-FM engagement in 2023, and for implementation of the project through to 2026 is presently under discussion.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
44. The government has set a deadline of December 2024 for the council to publicly notify the AUP plan change in response to the provisions of the NPS-UD. Given the scale and complexity of the work, and limited resources, there is a risk that the council may not receive sufficient quality feedback from a wide range of interests. There is also a risk that Aucklanders and key stakeholders are unclear about the mandatory requirements of the NPS-FM and how the NPS-FM engagement links to previous water related engagements, for example the Auckland Water Strategy engagement and the Three Waters Reform engagement.
45. These risks have been mitigated to date by communicating communications with communities and stakeholders during the engagement period, through meetings, emails, and online Question & Answer sessions. There will be further and ongoing communication to obtain quality engagement results to progress the NPS-FM implementation.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
46. The feedback received from the first stage engagement on the values and the environmental outcomes sought, together with the NPS-FM requirements, will inform the development of objectives and proposed management options to achieve the objectives.
47. A second phase of public engagement will be undertaken to seek feedback on the proposed objectives and management approaches for FMUs and water bodies. This will be undertaken in the second half of 2023 to provide opportunity for communities and stakeholders, and local boards for further involvement.
48. The feedback received from the second phase of engagement will further inform the development of a proposed plan change to the Auckland Unitary Plan and the development of action plans.
49. Elected representatives will have opportunities to review the proposed plan change and action plans as they evolve, and before the plan change is approved for public notification in the second half of 2024 to meet the NPS-FM deadline of notification before December 2024.
50. Submissions to the plan change will be heard by an independent Freshwater Hearing Panel who will make recommendations back to council by 2026.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Feedback Form |
189 |
b⇩ |
Map of Proposed Freshwater Management Units |
197 |
c⇩ |
NPS-FM freshwater values |
199 |
d⇩ |
NPS Freshwater Management |
201 |
e⇩ |
Local Board breakdowns |
205 |
f⇩ |
Summary of Feedback Report |
215 |
g⇩ |
Implementing the National Policy Statement_for Freshwater Management 2020 for Auckland |
245 |
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Authors |
Monica Xu - Senior Policy Planner, Regional Planning, Plans and Places Jenny Fuller - Team Leader Planning |
Authorisers |
Warren Maclennan - Manager - Planning, Regional, North, West & Islands John Duguid - General Manager - Plans and Places Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
28 September 2022 |
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Amendment to the Tūpuna Maunga Authority Integrated Management Plan
File No.: CP2022/13994
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To provide an overview of the proposed amendment to the Tūpuna Maunga Authority Integrated Management Plan (IMP) and invite local board feedback, if any.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The governance and administration of Tūpuna Maunga (except Rarotonga / Mt Smart) in Auckland rests with the Tūpuna Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau Authority (Tūpuna Maunga Authority). This statutory co-governance authority has equal representation from Ngā Mana Whenua and Auckland Council, with one (non-voting) Crown representative (see Attachment B for more information).
3. In 2016 the Tūpuna Maunga Authority adopted its Integrated Management Plan (IMP). The purpose of this plan is to facilitate the restoration of the natural, spiritual and indigenous landscape of the various maunga. The restoration programme sought to ensure that the remaining cultural and archaeological fabric on the maunga is protected and made visible by removing non-native trees that are having a negative impact.
4. Following a judicial review and recommendations from the courts, the Tūpuna Maunga Authority has now agreed to amend the IMP. The proposed amendments to the Integrated Management Plan is outlined in Attachment A of this report and constitutes a new appendix to the IMP, which details proposed ecological restoration projects (including the planting of native species and the removal of non-native trees) for:
a) Ōwairaka / Te Ahi Kā a Rakataura / Mt Albert (the Ōwairaka project)
b) Pukewīwī / Puketāpapa / Mt Roskill
c) Ōtāhuhu / Mt Richmond
d) Te Tātua a Riukiuta / Big King.
5. Public and local board feedback is required to be submitted by 5pm Saturday 8 October 2022.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) provide feedback, if any, on the proposed amendment to the Tūpuna Maunga Authority Integrated Management Plan.
Horopaki
Context
Tūpuna Maunga Authority
6. The Tūpuna Maunga (ancestral mountains) of Tāmaki Makaurau are central to Auckland’s identity and a point of difference around the world. Human occupation of the city spans around 1,000 years, and over that time the interaction of people with the Maunga has changed from monumental and defendable settlements to strategic maritime locations and resources (rock and water), through to a network of open spaces that are enjoyed by and meaningful to many Aucklanders.
7. The governance and administration of the Tūpuna Maunga (except Rarotonga / Mt Smart) is undertaken by the Tūpuna Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau Authority (Tūpuna Maunga Authority). The Tūpuna Maunga Authority has developed a set of plans and policies to guide how the Tūpuna Maunga are valued, protected, restored, enhanced, and managed in the future. These plans include:
· Tūpuna Maunga Integrated Management Plan
· Tūpuna Maunga Integrated Management Plan Strategies
· Tūpuna Maunga Authority Operational Plan 2022/2023
· Alcohol-free and Smoke-free Policy
· Drones Policy
· Memorials and Plaques Policy
· Research Policy
· Weddings Policy.
Integrated Management Plan
8. Prior to the formation of the Tūpuna Maunga Authority in 2014, each maunga was managed according to a separate reserve management plan developed by various former legacy councils. In some cases the plans were unchanged since initial drafting as far back as the early 1980s.
9. In 2016, following an Auckland-wide public engagement, submission and hearing process, the Tūpuna Maunga IMP was adopted.
10. This consultation process responds to a court finding that the large-scale removal of exotic trees is a significant decision and should have been the subject of express inclusion in the Integrated Management Plan.
11. The proposed amendment to the IMP constitutes a new appendix which provides details of the proposed ecological restoration projects (including the planting of native species and the removal of non-native trees) for:
a) Ōwairaka / Te Ahi Kā a Rakataura / Mt Albert (the Ōwairaka project)
b) Pukewīwī / Puketāpapa / Mt Roskill
c) Ōtāhuhu / Mt Richmond
d) Te Tātua a Riukiuta / Big King.
12. The Authority has resolved to undertake public consultation on the proposed amendment pursuant to Ngā Mana Whenua o Tāmaki Makaurau Collective Redress Act 2014 and the Reserves Act 1977.
13. Additional information about the IMP and the proposed amendment can be viewed on the Tūpuna Maunga Authority website.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
Summary of Tūpuna Maunga Authority Integrated Management Plan
Purpose
14. The purpose of the plan is to facilitate the restoration of the natural, spiritual and indigenous landscape of the maunga. This will include extensive planting of native species and the removal of non-native trees that are negatively impacting the cultural features of the Maunga. This will help restore and enhance the mauri and wairua of the Tūpuna Maunga.
15. Returning native vegetation is a key step in healing the Tūpuna Maunga. Over many decades, native trees have been removed from the Maunga. Non-native trees have been planted without comprehensive plans for their future management or consideration of the cultural landscape. Many non-native trees, including weed species (some being identified in the Regional Pest Management Plan (RPMP)), have been allowed to self-seed by legacy administering entities. This has adversely affected the integrity of the cultural landscapes of the taonga tuku iho that are the Tūpuna Maunga.
16. The restoration programme will ensure that the remaining cultural and archaeological fabric on the maunga is protected, and made visible by removing non-native trees that are having a negative impact. Sight lines from the maunga to other maunga/pā will be opened to ensure that the connection from maunga to maunga is prominent.
17. All plant species identified in the RPMP will be removed.
18. Further guidance has been given regarding non-native trees as part of the Tūpuna Maunga Biosecurity Strategy[1].
19. As a matter of priority, non-native trees on the outer slopes of the maunga will be removed to emphasise and protect the cultural features of the maunga such as terracing and rua. To protect the archaeological values and the health and safety of people on the maunga, native and non-native trees may also need to be removed.
20. The amendment intends to plant a range of native species to create a representation of the forest and ecosystems in each of the four maunga (location specific information is below). In addition:
a) Among the native plantings, culturally-significant species will be planted to ensure that cultural traditions such as whakairo, raranga, and rongoa collection can continue into the future.
b) Pest control will be intensified over time to ensure the protection of the continuous ngāhere established near the tihi.
c) All native trees will be retained.
21. The methodology of the programme will include:
a) Retaining the tihi in grass.
b) Planting in areas where in situ archaeology has been destroyed by historic quarrying.
c) Selecting appropriate plants that can be planted near archaeological features.
d) Removing trees in a way that avoids ground disturbance and has minimal impact on archaeological features.
e) Ensuring that all trees that present a health and safety risk are removed.
Ōwairaka/ Te ahi-kā-a-rakataura/Mt Albert
22. To achieve the cultural, spiritual and ecological restoration of Ōwairaka-te Ahi-kā-a- Rakataura, an exemplar WF7 Pūriri ngāhere[2] will be created as a representation of the forest that once stood on and near the maunga:
a) Approximately 13,000 native plants will be planted (of which approximately 5,180 have already been planted and are maturing well).
b) Habitats for mokomoko and other native fauna will be restored.
c) Approximately 345 exotic trees will be removed, including weed species identified in the RPMP.
Pukewīwī/ Puketāpapa / Mt Roskill
23. To achieve the cultural, spiritual and ecological restoration of Pukewīwī/ Puketāpapa / Mount Roskill, a range of native species will be planted as a representation of the forest and ecosystems that once stood on and near the maunga:
a) Approximately 7,400 native plants will be planted (of which 4,800 have already been planted and are maturing well).
b) A pā harakeke will be established on the maunga.
c) A mara kai will also be established on the maunga, which will include amenity native tree plantings and traditional Māori kai.
d) Several large native specimen trees will also be planted. Further planting sites will be identified in the future.
e) Approximately 160 non-native trees (not all) will be removed, including weed species identified in the RPMP.
Ōtāhuhu/ Mt Richmond
24. To achieve the cultural, spiritual and ecological restoration of Ōtāhuhu/ Mt Richmond, a WF7 Pūriri ngāhere forest type will be planted as a representation of the forests that stood on or near the maunga:
a) 39,000 native plants will be planted on the maunga (of which 12,000 have already been planted and are maturing well).
b) Habitats for mokomoko and other native fauna will be restored.
c) Approximately 443 non-native trees and shrubs (not all) will be removed, including weed species identified in the RPMP.
Te tātua a riukiuta / Big King
25. To achieve the cultural, spiritual and ecological restoration of Te Tātua-a- Riukiuta/ Big King, a WF7 Pūriri ngāhere forest type will be planted as a representation of the forests that stood on or near the maunga:
a) 9000 native plants will be planted on the maunga.
b) Habitats for mokomoko and other native fauna will be restored.
c) Approximately 197 non-native trees and shrubs (not all) will be removed, including weed species identified in the RPMP.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
26. This report informs the local board’s decision on whether to submit on a consultation. The decision to submit on the proposed amendment will not adversely impact climate emissions or efforts to adapt to the impacts of climate change.
27. The climate impact of the IMP proposed ecological restoration actions is an issue that will need to be considered by the Tūpuna Maunga Authority.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
29. Staff anticipate that some local communities will welcome the consultation, particularly groups and communities who were involved in the judicial review challenge.
30. Local board views on this matter are not known and this report provides the opportunity for the local board to provide feedback on this item.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
31. The Tūpuna Maunga are among the most significant cultural, historical and geological (volcanic) landscapes in the region and are iconic taonga. They are sacred to mana whenua as taonga tuku iho (treasures handed down through the generations). Local communities also have a strong connection with, and draw a sense of identity from, the Tūpuna Maunga.
32. The Tūpuna Maunga are interwoven in mana whenua history and whakapapa. They also hold significance during important cultural events, such as Matariki and Waitangi Day. The Tūpuna Maunga strive to manage these sites in accordance with tikanga and seek to enable activities and behaviour which are consistent with the values and mana of the Tūpuna Maunga.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
33. There are no financial implications from receiving this report.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
34. This report informs the local board about a public consultation. There is no obligation to submit. In that regard, staff consider that there are no risks associated with the local board decision.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
35. If the local board resolves on this item, staff will send written feedback directly to the Tūpuna Maunga Authority via email to MaungaAuthority@aklc.govt.nz. Submissions must be received by 5pm, Saturday 8 October 2022.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇨ |
Proposed amendments to the Integrated Management Plan (IMP) (Under Separate Cover) |
|
b⇨ |
Tupuna Maunga Integrated Management Strategies (Under Separate Cover) |
|
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Jacob van der Poel - Advisor Operations and Policy |
Authorisers |
Carol Hayward - Team Leader Operations and Policy Louise Mason - General Manager Local Board Services Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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2022 local government elections - meetings and decision-making until new local board members make their declarations
File No.: CP2022/14027
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To provide for appropriate arrangements for decision-making between the final local board meeting of the current electoral term and the inaugural meeting of the new local board.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The last meeting of the Papakura Local Board in this current term is scheduled for 27 September 2022. Between that meeting and the first meeting of the local board in the new term, decisions may be needed from the local board. As for each of the previous terms, temporary arrangements for making these decisions need to be confirmed.
3. The term of office of the current local board members ends the day following the official declaration of election results. Following the declaration, which is expected to be Friday 14 October 2022, the term of office for members elected to the local board will commence.
4. For the period from the commencement of their term of office until their inaugural meeting where members are sworn in (interregnum), decisions may be made by the Auckland Council Chief Executive under existing delegations.
5. The existing local boards delegation to the Chief Executive requires, amongst other things, that staff consult with the allocated local board portfolio holder/lead on certain decisions. As a temporary measure, this report seeks to allow staff to make decisions without complying with the requirement for consultation during the interregnum.
6. Staff also seek confirmation of arrangements for making decisions at the local board level in the period between the final local board meeting and the official end of term. The urgent decision delegations and process that is already in place adequately caters for this scenario.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) confirm that the local board’s existing urgent decisions delegations process will be utilised where decisions are required from the local board between the final local board business meeting (27 September 2022) and the end of term (15 October 2022).
b) note that from the commencement of the term of office of new members until the inaugural meeting of the incoming local board (interregnum), all decision-making will be undertaken by the Chief Executive under current delegations.
c) note that the Chief Executive will not be required to comply with consultation requirements in the local boards’ delegation protocols when making decisions during the interregnum.
d) request that the Chief Executive exercise restraint when making decisions during the interregnum and to consider referring significant decisions to the first meeting of the incoming local board.
Horopaki
Context
7. Current elected members remain in office until the new members’ term of office commences, which is the day after the declaration of election results (Sections 115 and 116, Local Electoral Act 2001). The declaration will be publicly notified on 14 October 2022, with the term of office of current members ending and the term of office of new members commencing on 15 October 2022.
8. The new members cannot act as members of the local board until they have made their statutory declaration at the inaugural local board meeting (Clause 14, Schedule 7, Local Government Act 2002).
9. Following the last local board meeting of the current electoral term, decisions may be needed on urgent matters or routine business as usual that cannot wait until the incoming local board’s first business meeting in the new electoral term.
10. As with each of the previous electoral terms, temporary arrangements need to be made and/or confirmed for:
· making urgent decisions before the end of term
· making decisions that require consultation with local board/local board members during the interregnum.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
Urgent decisions – arrangement for remainder of the term
11. Between the last business meeting and the declaration of results expected around 14 October 2022, current local board members are still in office and can use their existing urgent decisions delegations to make decisions that are required from the local board during this time.
12. The urgent decisions process includes a delegation to the chairperson and deputy chairperson that enables them to make decisions on behalf of the local board where it is not practical to call the full board together.
13. All requests for an urgent decision will need to be supported by adequate staff advice and information and clear recommendations.
Decision-making during the interregnum
14. All local boards have made a general delegation to the Chief Executive. During the interregnum, any decisions that will be required from the local board, and which cannot wait until a local board meeting, will be undertaken by the Chief Executive under his existing delegations.
15. The delegation to the Chief Executive is subject to a requirement to comply with the delegation protocols, which require consulting with the local board on some decisions that are made by staff under delegated authority. Consultation is often done through a local board lead (referred to as a portfolio holder in the delegation protocols). The most common area requiring consultation is landowner consents relating to local parks. Parks staff receive a large number of landowner consent requests each month that relate to local parks across Auckland.
16. During the current term, while the elected members remain in office, staff will continue to consult with leads/portfolio holders as required by the delegation protocols (or chairperson where there is no portfolio holder). However, during the interregnum, staff will be unable to comply with this requirement due to the absence of appointed portfolio holders/lead/chairpersons to consult with.
17. As a temporary measure, it is recommended that staff continue to process business as usual decisions that cannot wait until the local board’s first business meeting without consultation. Following the election of chairpersons at the inaugural meetings, staff will consult with the chairperson when and if required and can resume consultation with appointed representatives once new arrangements for leads/portfolio holders are in place.
Tauākī whakaaweawe āhuarangi
Climate impact statement
18. This report relates to procedural matters and has no quantifiable climate impacts.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
19. The arrangements proposed in this report enable the council to proceed with necessary business during the election period. During the interregnum, staff will exercise restraint and ensure that any significant decisions are deferred to the incoming local board.
20. These arrangements apply only to local boards. The reduced political decision-making will be communicated to the wider council group.
21. The governing body has made its own arrangements to cover the election period, including delegating the power to make urgent decisions between the last governing body meeting of the term and the day the current term ends, to any two of the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and a chairperson of a committee of the whole. From the commencement of the term of office of the new local board members until the governing body’s inaugural meeting, the Chief Executive will carry out decision-making under his current delegations.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
22. This is a report to all local boards that proposes arrangements to enable the council to process routine local matters during the election period. This will enable the council to meet timeframes and provide good customer service.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
23. A decision of this procedural nature is not considered to have specific implications for Māori, and the arrangements proposed in this report do not affect the Māori community differently to the rest of the community.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
24. This report and decision being sought relates to a procedural matter and does not have any financial implications.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
25. There is a risk that unforeseen decisions will arise during this period, such as a decision that is politically significant or a decision that exceeds the Chief Executive’s financial delegations.
26. This risk has been mitigated by scheduling meetings as late as possible in the current term and communicating to reporting staff that significant decisions should not be made during October 2022.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
27. The decision of the local board will be communicated to senior staff so that they are aware of the arrangements for the month of October 2022.
Attachments
There are no attachments for this report.
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Signatories
Author |
Shirley Coutts - Principal Advisor - Governance Strategy |
Authorisers |
Louise Mason - General Manager Local Board Services Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
Papakura Local Board 28 September 2022 |
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Papakura Local Board Governance Forward Work Calendar - September 2022
File No.: CP2022/13172
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To present to the Papakura Local Board the three months Governance Forward Work Calendar.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. The Governance Forward Work Calendar is a schedule of items that will come before the local board at business meetings and workshops over the next three months. The Governance Forward Work Calendar for the Papakura Local Board is included in Attachment A of this report.
3. The calendar aims to support local boards’ governance role by:
i) ensuring advice on agendas and workshop material is driven by local board priorities
ii) clarifying what advice is required and when
iii) clarifying the rationale for reports.
4. The calendar will be updated every month, be included on the agenda for business meetings and distributed to relevant council staff. It is recognised that at times items will arise that are not programmed. Board members are welcome to discuss changes to the calendar.
Recommendation/s That the Papakura Local Board: a) note the Governance Forward Work Calendar for September 2022.
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Horopaki
Context
5. The council’s Quality Advice Programme aims to improve the focus, analysis, presentation and timeliness of staff advice to elected representatives. An initiative under this is to develop forward work calendars for Governing Body committees and local boards. These provide elected members with better visibility of the types of governance tasks they are being asked to undertake and when they are scheduled.
6. There are no new projects in the Governance Forward Work Calendar. The calendar brings together in one schedule reporting on all of the board’s projects and activities that have been previously approved in the local board plan, long-term plan, departmental work programmes and through other board decisions. It includes Governing Body policies and initiatives that call for a local board response.
7. This initiative is intended to support the board’s governance role. It will also help staff to support local boards, as an additional tool to manage workloads and track activities across council departments, and it will allow greater transparency for the public.
8. The calendar is arranged in three columns, “Topic”, “Purpose” and “Governance Role”:
i) Topic describes the items and may indicate how they fit in with broader processes such as the annual plan.
ii) Purpose indicates the aim of the item, such as formally approving plans or projects, hearing submissions or receiving progress updates
iii) Governance role is a higher-level categorisation of the work local boards do. Examples of the seven governance categories are tabled below:
Governance role |
Examples |
Setting direction / priorities / budget |
Capex projects, work programmes, annual plan |
Local initiatives / specific decisions |
Grants, road names, alcohol bans |
Input into regional decision-making |
Comments on regional bylaws, policies, plans |
Oversight and monitoring |
Local board agreement, quarterly performance reports, review projects |
Accountability to the public |
Annual report |
Engagement |
Community hui, submissions processes |
Keeping informed |
Briefings, local board forums |
9. Local board members are welcome to discuss changes to the calendar. The calendar will be updated and reported back every month to business meetings. Updates will also be distributed to relevant council staff.
Tātaritanga me ngā tohutohu
Analysis and advice
10. This report is an information report providing the governance forward work programme for the next three months.
Ngā whakaaweawe me ngā tirohanga a te rōpū Kaunihera
Council group impacts and views
11. The council is required to provide Governance Forward Work Calendar to the Papakura Local Board for their consideration.
Ngā whakaaweawe ā-rohe me ngā tirohanga a te poari ā-rohe
Local impacts and local board views
12. All local boards are being presented with a Governance Forward Work Calendar for their consideration.
Tauākī whakaaweawe Māori
Māori impact statement
13. The projects and processes referred to in the Governance Forward Work Calendar will have a range of implications for Māori which will be considered when the work is reported.
Ngā ritenga ā-pūtea
Financial implications
14. There are no financial implications relating to this report.
Ngā raru tūpono me ngā whakamaurutanga
Risks and mitigations
15. This report is a point in time of the Governance Forward Work Calendar. It is a living document and updated month to month. It minimises the risk of the board being unaware of planned topics for their consideration.
Ngā koringa ā-muri
Next steps
16. Staff will review the calendar each month in consultation with board members and will report an updated calendar to the board.
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Papakura Local Board Governance Forward Work calendar September 2022 |
267 |
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Signatories
Author |
Denise Gunn - Democracy Advisor |
Authoriser |
Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
28 September 2022 |
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Papakura Local Board Achievements Register 2019-2022 Political Term
File No.: CP2022/12841
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To provide an opportunity for members to record achievements of the Papakura Local Board for the 2019 – 2022 political term.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. An opportunity to add and note attendance at meetings and achievements of the Papakura Local Board for the 2019 – 2022 political term.
Recommendation/s That the Papakura Local Board: a) note the Papakura Local Board Achievements Register for the 2019 - 2022 political term. |
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
Achievements Register for the Papakura Local Board 201902022 term |
271 |
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Signatories
Author |
Jebel Ali - Democracy Advisor |
Authoriser |
Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
28 September 2022 |
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Papakura Local Board Workshop Records
File No.: CP2022/14026
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To note the Papakura Local Board record for the workshops held on 17, 24 and 31 August, and on 7 September 2022.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
2. In accordance with Standing Order 12.1.4, the local board shall receive a record of the general proceedings of each of its local board workshops held over the past month.
3. Resolutions or decisions are not made at workshops as they are solely for the provision of information and discussion. This report attaches the workshop record for the period stated below.
Recommendation/s That the Papakura Local Board: a) note the Papakura Local Board workshop records from: i) 17 August 2022 ii) 24 August 2022 iii) 31 August 2022 iv) 7 September 2022. |
Attachments
No. |
Title |
Page |
a⇩ |
17 August 2022 Papakura Local Board workshop record |
297 |
b⇩ |
24 August 2022 Papakura Local Board workshop record |
301 |
c⇩ |
31 August 2022 Papakura Local Board workshop record |
303 |
d⇩ |
7 September 2022 Papakura Local Board workshop record |
305 |
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Denise Gunn - Democracy Advisor |
Authoriser |
Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
28 September 2022 |
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Closing the Papakura Local Board's electoral term and valedictory reflections
File No.: CP2022/12257
Te take mō te pūrongo
Purpose of the report
1. To provide an opportunity to acknowledge the closing of the Papakura Local Board’s electoral term with a whakawātea (closing karakia, address and waiata).
2. To provide a local board member who is retiring from political life an opportunity to comment on their time in local government and share valedictory reflections.
Whakarāpopototanga matua
Executive summary
3. This is an opportunity to mark the closure of the Papakura Local Board’s electoral term, to acknowledge and celebrate the Papakura Local Board and all local board members.
4. This item also enables a retiring elected member to share valedictory reflections or an end of term address, prior to the 2022 Auckland Council election.
Recommendation/s
That the Papakura Local Board:
a) temporarily suspend Standing Orders to undertake a programme of whakawātea led by iwi Māori and inclusive of staff to acknowledge the local board and to close the electoral term.
b) receive, as part of the programme, a valedictory reflection from member Sue Smurthwaite who is retiring from political life as elected member of Auckland Council.
Attachments
There are no attachments for this report.
Ngā kaihaina
Signatories
Author |
Lee Manaia - Local Board Advisor |
Authorisers |
Louise Mason - General Manager Local Board Services Carol McKenzie-Rex - Local Area Manager Franklin Manurewa Papakura |
[1] Pg 34 section 6 of the Biosecurity Strategy states: Removal of exotic trees will occur when there is a health and safety risk, they are identified as a weed species, there is a risk to archaeological features, or they impact on the cultural landscape and view shafts. Any other tree removals will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
[2] A WF7 Pūriri ngāhere forest type is a broadleaf forest that occurs in warm frost-free areas on fertile soils of alluvial and volcanic origin.