Kaipātiki Local Board Workshop

OPEN NOTES

Notes of a workshop of the Kaipātiki Local Board held in the Kaipātiki Local Board Office, 90 Bentley Avenue, Glenfield on Wednesday, 27 November 2024 at 10.02am.

Te Hunga kua Tae mai | present

Chairperson	John Gillon
Deputy Chairperson	Danielle Grant, JP
Members	Paula Gillon
	Erica Hannam
	Melanie Kenrick
	Tim Spring
	Dr Janet Tupou	(Via electronic attendance)
	Adrian Tyler

Kaipātiki Local Board Workshop 27 November 2024

1	Kaipātiki Local Board workshop

Item 1 – 10.00am – 12.00pm

Auckland Transport

•      Local Board Forward Works Engagement Programme (The Year Ahead FY2025/26)

Presenters:                   Kirstine Jones
Executive Team Leader, Auckland Transport

Sila Auvaa
Programme Manager, Auckland Transport

Stu McAlpine
Minor Project Specification Manager, Auckland Transport

Jun Park
Principal Transportation Engineer, Auckland Transport

Andrew Garratt
Principal Road Safety Engineer, Auckland Transport

Peter Scott
Maintenance Contracts Manager – South, Auckland Transport

Marilyn Nicholls
Elected Member Relationship Manager, Auckland Transport

Governance role:          Setting direction.

Summary of Discussions:

The local board was provided with an update on the Local Board Forward Works Engagement Programme (The Year Ahead FY2025/26).

The local board raised the following points and questions in response to the presentation:.

· Raised the need for bus shelters in Bayview, Glenfield, and Tōtara Vale

· Concerns were voiced about school fights at particular major bus stations used by students in the local community.

· Suggestions to move the Kauri Glen crossing for improved safety

· The Verran/Verbena Road intersection was highlighted as a priority for pedestrian crossings and safety enhancements.

· Discussions centered on issues with Onewa Road, particularly wear from buses.

· Request for enhanced engagement with local boards during upgrades.

· Questions about inconsistent bus stop design and lighting in various areas, with AT aiming for uniformity moving forward.

Next steps:

· Next workshop on 11 December 2024 to discuss potential Local Board Transport Capital Fund Projects.

Attachment/s:  Attachment A – Presentation

Lunch Break
12.00pm – 1.00pm

Item 2 – 1.00pm – 2.00pm

Eke Panuku Development

•      Northcote Update - November 2024

Presenters:                   Karen Richardson
Senior Communications and Engagement Advisor, Eke Panuku Development

Kate Cumberpatch
Priority Location Director, Eke Panuku Development

Anu Ravi Moses
Stakeholder Relationship Manager, Kāinga Ora

Karen Allen
Community Development Manager, Kāinga Ora

Governance role:          Setting direction.

Summary of Discussions:

The local board was provided with an update from Eke Panuku and Kāinga Ora.

The local board raised the following points and questions in response to the presentation:

· Suggestions for temporary hub use were discussed, with potential challenges outlined.

· Support for events such as the Onepoto Primary School Festival, movies in the park (14 March), and cultural celebrations (5 April).

· Encouraged further engagement with local businesses and cultural groups for Northcote community events.

· Highlighted need for strategic solutions to manage

Next steps:

· Work alongside the Local Board to ensure successful execution of upcoming events.

· Engagement with developers to finalise plans and timelines for the Northcote redevelopment and provide regular updates to stakeholders on the progress.

Attachment/s:  Attachment B – Presentation

Break
2.00pm – 2.15pm

Item 3 – 2.15pm – 3.15pm

Resilience & Infrastructure - Healthy Waters and Flood Resilience

•      Stormwater Management

Presenters:                   Theodore Kpodonu
Senior Healthy Waters Specialist, Healthy Waters and Flood Resilience

Jackie Zhou
Waterways Planning Team Manager, Healthy Waters and Flood Resilience

Yasmin Hall
Relationship Advisor, Executive Office Resilience and Infrastructure

Governance role:          Setting direction.

Summary of Discussions:

The local board was provided with an update on potential provisions for Stormwater Management.

The local board raised the following points and questions in response to the presentation:

· Questions raised over high levels of contamination in stormwater in some streams and how these could be addressed.

· Request for monitoring to evolve into actionable intervention strategies.

· Suggestions included targeted monitoring, smoke testing, and community education to identify and address contamination sources.

· Concerned raised over need for dredging high-priority ponds (dredging has been scheduled, but costs are significant).

· Calls for enhanced communication with businesses and residents regarding maintenance schedules, benefits, and shared responsibilities.

· Suggestions to produce educational materials to inform the community about water quality efforts and preventive actions.

Next steps:

· Schedule workshops to discuss intervention in particular areas.

Attachment/s:  Attachment C – Presentation

Break
3.15pm – 3.30pm

Item 4 – 3.30pm – 4.30pm

Local Board Annual Planning workshop 5

•      Local Consultation Content

Presenters:                   Sugenthy Thomson
Lead Financial Advisor, Financial Advisory

Paul Edwards
Senior Local Board Advisor, Governance and Engagement

Lisa Kent
Local Board Engagement Advisor, Governance and Engagement

Governance role:          Setting direction.

Summary of Discussions:

The local board was provided with an update on the Local Consultation Content.

The local board raised the following points and questions in response to the presentation:

· Discussions surrounding local engagement events and suggestions to revisit previous events that received positive feedback from the community.

· Proposal to establish a regular workshop slot for community groups.

· Requested inclusion of Sport and Recreation grants and minor word changes to the draft local consultation content.

Next steps:

· A report will come to the 4 December 2024 business meeting for the board to provide feedback.

Attachment/s:  Attachment D – Presentation

Attachments

a     27 November 2024 - Kaipātiki Local Board workshop - Auckland Transport Local Board FWEP Brief Presentation

b     27 November 2024 - Kaipātiki Local Board workshop - Eke Panuku Northcote update

c     27 November 2024 - Kaipātiki Local Board workshop - HW&FR - Stormwater Management

d     27 November 2024 - Kaipātiki Local Board workshop - LBAP 5 - Local consultation content

The workshop finished at 4.46pm.