Minutes of Kaipātiki Local Board Workshop - Wednesday, 26 February 2025

Kaipātiki Local Board Workshop

26 February 2025

3	Kaipātiki Local Board workshop

Session 1 – 10.00am – 12.00pm

Auckland Transport

• Beach Haven Road Proposed Pedestrian Refuge Crossings and Bus Stop Relocation

• Onewa Road Proposal

Presenters: Vukasin Sibinovski
Senior Project Manager, Auckland Transport

Bruno Royce
Director, Traffic Engineering Solutions Limited

Rebekkah Baggott
Designer, Traffic Engineering Solutions Limited

Chris Martin
Road Network Optimisation Manager, Auckland Transport

Serena Chen
Transportation Engineer, Auckland Transport

Kristina Michel
Senior Specialist Communication and Engagement, Auckland Transport

Stephen Hewett
Senior Technical Director, Beca Limited

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 Road Proposed Pedestrian Refuge Crossings and Bus Stop Relocation, as well as on the Onewa Road proposal.

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

Beach Haven Road Proposed Pedestrian Refuge Crossings and Bus Stop Relocation

· Explored options for adjusting the arborist's position.

· Expressed concerns that the project might not meet the intended objectives.

· Recommended leaving the bus shelter in place and focusing on pedestrian refuge installation.

· Advocated for maintaining the bus shelter and prioritising pedestrian safety.

Next Steps:

· Investigate alternative options and engage with AT Metro.

Onewa Road proposal

· Sought clarification on the shared path location and feasibility.

· Advocated for parking options that prioritise traffic flow and safety.

· Highlighted the need for a clear and consistent approach to clearways and loading zones.

· Emphasised the importance of community consultation and stakeholder engagement.

· Raised concerns over adequate space at existing bus shelters for students.

Next Steps:

· Prepare for the public consultation process due to commence on Monday 10 March 2025.

Lunch Break
12.00pm – 1.00pm

Session 2 – 1.00pm – 2.00pm

Environmental Services

• Kaipātiki Project - 2025/26 Proposal

Presenters: Mary Stewart
Senior Conservation Advisor, Environmental Services

Teresa Kavanagh
Kaihautū | Chief Executive, Kaipātiki Project

Joanne Kyriazopoulos
Funding and Impact Lead, Kaipātiki Project

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 Kaipātiki Project - 2025/26 Proposal.

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

· Requested detailed financial breakdown.

· Encouraged exploration of additional funding sources, including applications to other local boards.

· Emphasised a need for prioritisation of key programmes that yield the highest impact on environment and Māori outcomes.

· Expressed interest in volunteer engagement metrics.

· Highlighted the importance of clear communication to avoid overlap with other local board priorities.

Next Steps:

· Staff to provide the local board with updated information and clarification.

Session 3 – 2.00pm – 3.00pm

Customer and Community Services – Community Wellbeing

• Matariki Activation Kaipātiki

Presenters: Nina Darrah
Community Broker, Community Wellbeing

Sharnae Inu
Māori Programming Specialist, Community Wellbeing

Renata White
Pou Takawaenga, Community Wellbeing

Margo Athy
Connected Communities Lead and Coach, Community Wellbeing

Governance role: Setting direction.

Summary of discussions:

The local board was provided with an update on Matariki Activation - Kaipātiki.

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

· Requested stronger branding coordination to ensure all funded activities are clearly identified as Kaipātiki Local Board initiatives.

· Advocated for unity of purpose among all Matariki events.

· Emphasised importance of comprehensive community partner involvement.

· Highlighted the idea of connecting the past and present as a continuing theme to further engage community members.

Next Steps:

· Next community workshop to be held in March 2025 to coordinate Matariki activities.

Session 4 – 3.00pm – 4.00pm

Customer and Community Services – Active Communities

• Pools and Leisure – Operational Update

Presenters: Edwin Ng
Senior Centre Manager (North), Pools and Leisure

Angela Gray
Centre Manager, Glenfield Pool & Leisure Centre

Karla Trotter
Centre Manager, Birkenhead Pool & Leisure Centre

Governance role: Keeping informed

Summary of discussions:

The local board was provided with an operational update from Pools and Leisure.

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

· Raised concerns over actual operating costs in relation to fairer funding budget expectations.

· Raised concerns over whether visitation growth targets were realistic.

· Acknowledged innovative efforts by Pools and Leisure teams across Kaipātiki.

· Sought clarification on mould remediation efforts in Birkenhead facility.

· Inquired about security measures following reported breaches.

· Questioned approval process permitting promotional offers and additional events at leisure centres.

Next Steps:

· Next workshop update from Pools and Leisure on Wednesday 28 May 2025.

Attachments

a Pools and Leisure - Business Update for Kaipātiki Local Board Presentation

The workshop finished at 3.48pm.

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