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, 5 February 2025 at 10.03am.

 

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

 


Kaipātiki Local Board Workshop

05 February 2025

 

 

 

 

3

Local Board workshop

 

 

 

Session 1 – 10.00am – 12.00pm

Customer and Community Services – Parks and Community Facilities

•      Kaipātiki Local Board Draft CAPEX Work Programme 2025/26 – 2027/28

Presenters:                   Judy Waugh
Work Programme Lead, Parks and Community Facilities

Sarah Jones
Manager Area Operations, Parks and Community Facilities

Eloi Fonseca
Manager Planning and Reporting, Parks and Community Facilities

Governance role:          Setting direction.

Summary of Discussions:

The local board was provided with an update on the Kaipātiki Local Board Draft CAPEX Work Programme 2025/26 – 2027/28 from Parks and Community Facilities.

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

·     Questioned the cost-effectiveness of additional stairs at Island Bay Wharf.

·     Raised concerns about Onepoto Domain ponds and its service needs.

·     Discussed lighting upgrades at Kaipātiki Park, aiming for full-field coverage.

·     Expressed the need for clearer financial reporting on budget allocation and expenditure.

·     Supported the Onepoto ponds project as a key asset for families and recreation.

·     Inquired about the Birkenhead War Memorial Park budget and the feasibility of planned projects.

·     Suggested adding wayfinding signage at Shepherds Park and improved signage at Kauri Glen.

·     Proposed minor lighting solutions at Te Ara Awataha Greenway for safety.

·     Discussed storm recovery funding timelines and project prioritisation.

·     Requested updates on Glenfield Pool’s long-term maintenance and AI capabilities for safety.

·     Recommended integrating pool facilities into a broader master plan for community holiday programmes.

 

Next steps:

·     Staff will provide updates to members’ questions.

·     Draft Capex work programme workshop will come to the local board on 26 March.

 

Lunch Break
12.00pm – 12.45pm

Session 2 – 12.45pm – 1.45pm

Auckland Transport

•      Beach Haven Ferry Terminal Landside Infrastructure Project

Presenters:                   Tony Liu
Principal Project Manager, Auckland Transport

Jorrit Bergsma
Principal Project Manager, Auckland Transport

Aaron Hutching
Social Sustainability Consultant, Just Add Lime

Marilyn Nicholls
Elected Member Relationship Partner, Auckland Transport

Governance role:          Setting direction.

Summary of Discussions:

The local board was provided with an update on the Beach Haven Ferry Terminal Landside Infrastructure Project from Auckland Transport

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

·     Requested timeline details for project completion.

·     Raised concerns about passenger disruptions during construction.

·     Questioned cost-benefit analysis.

·     Advocated for measures to increase ferry usage and ensure value for money.

·     Proposed improved amenities, including shelter, seating, and weather protection.

 

Next steps:

·     Staff to provide updates to members’ questions.

·     Construction planned for October/ November 2025.

 

Break
1.45pm – 2.00pm

Session 3 – 2.00pm – 3.00pm

Environmental Services

•      Pest Free Kaipātiki – Investment 2025/26 and Beyond

Presenters:                   Mary Stewart
Senior Conservation Advisor, Environmental Services

Fiona Smal
Restoration Advisor, Pest Free Kaipātiki Restoration Society

Lucette Hindin
Volunteer and Engagement Coordinator, Pest Free Kaipātiki Restoration Society

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 the Pest Free Kaipātiki – Investment 2025/26 and Beyond from Environmental Services.

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

·     Request for a breakdown of return on investment and justification for funding allocation.

·     Emphasised urgency on addressing invasive species.

·     Discussion on Council’s role in enforcement and possible community-led initiatives.

·     Interest in leveraging volunteer networks for long-term sustainability.

·     Queries on alignment with existing Council strategies.

·     Concerns about reliance on local board funding and the need for alternative revenue streams.

 

Next steps:

·     Staff to provide updates to members’ questions.

·     Schedule follow-up workshop session once related information is obtained.

 

Session 4 – 3.00pm – 4.00pm

Resilience and Infrastructure

•      Para Kore Zero Waste Northcote – Overview and Evaluation 2019-2024

Presenters:                   Nicola Strawbridge
Senior Community Advisor, Waste

Roxanne Haines
Principal Strategic Placemaker, Placemaking

Robyn Forryan
Sustainable Living Team Lead, Kaipātiki Project

Duncan Munro
Principle Corporate Responsibility Advisor, Corporate Responsibility

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 the Para Kore Zero Waste Northcote – Overview and Evaluation 2019-2024 and Beyond from Resilience and Infrastructure.

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

·     Request for details on what happens to assessed waste piles.

·     Consideration of potential benefits of installing public recycling bins.

·     Request for a clearer explanation of the Take Mauri Take Hono framework (the purpose, origins, and impact).

·     Concerns about difficulty in tracking waste diversion and assessing value for money.

·     Interest in how businesses are adopting waste minimisation practices, particularly in comparison to other neighbourhoods.

 

Next steps:

·     Staff will provide updates to members’ questions.

·     Schedule follow-up workshop session once related information is obtained.

 

 

 

The workshop finished at 3.48pm.