Minutes of Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Workshop

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Workshop

06 May 2025

1 Ngā Tamōtanga | Apologies

There were no apologies.

2 Te Whakapuaki i te Whai Pānga | Declaration of Interest

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.

There were no declarations of interest.

5	Local Board Workshop

Item 1 – 9.30 – 10.30

Parks & Community Facilities draft work programme / Bayswater Changing rooms

Presenter/s: Neil Atkinson Programme Manager

Judy Waugh Programme Lead

Steph Westmore (Acting) Manager Area Operations

Governance role: Keeping informed

Proposed Outcome/s: Receive update on progress

The local board was provided with an update on the Bayswater Changing Facilties, then on the draft CAPEX work programme.

· Preface to next week’s workshop programme discussions.

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

· Questioned the size and cost of the proposed toilet block. Staff noted the architects have provided high-level costings only.

· Support for option 3

· Concern that the proposed designs don’t include enough toilet provision for the public, noting the park is well-utilised.

· Questioned the different timelines between options 3 and 4, but staff were unable to say with accuracy until further investigations were undertaken.

· Clarified storage space was a common request. Staff note that the previous solution was to utilise shipping containers.

· Requested more clarity and detail around costings for projects.

Next Steps:

· Draft workshop discussions at workshop on 13 May.

Item 2 – 10.30 – 11.00

Urban Ngahere Action Plan

Presenter/s: Howell Davies Principal Specialist

Governance role: Keeping informed

Proposed Outcome/s: Receive update on progress

The local board was provided with an update on the Urban Ngahere Action Plan development.

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

· Suggested planting larger specimen trees in steep or boggy areas that are not usable as service areas.

· Suggested a standard level of plantings for new playground projects.

· Noted the current funding restraints

· Questioned what the minimum investment would be; staff expect this would be $10,000.

· Raised concern with large tree planting issues; pavement damage caused by roots, damaged/blocked drains, reduced visibility for passive surveillance.

· General support for “right tree in the right place” viewpoint.

Next Steps:

· Collate feedback from board members

· Complete content review

· Seek board approval

Item 3 – 11.00 – 12.00

Pools and Leisure – 6 monthly performance update

Presenter/s: Ben Putet Centre Manager

Edwin Ng Senior Centre Manager

Governance role: Work programme updates

Proposed Outcome/s: Receive update on progress

The local board was provided with an update from the Pools and Leisure Team

· The board were invited to speak at the 50^th Anniversary celebration of the Takapuna Pools on 26 May.

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

· Questioned if there were any violent/aggressive behaviour incidents. Staff clarified there were no violent incidents but some verbal abuse incidents towards centre staff. It was noted that centre staff are encouraged to log every incident, no matter how minor. They are also given de-escalation training.

· Noted high turn-over of centre staff as an issue, questioned if there was correlation with incidents of anti-social behaviour.

· Congratulated the team on impressive visitor statistics at Takapuna Leisure Centre.

· Suggested a need for improved communication regarding pool closures.

· Suggested the closure of learn pool lanes be coordinated with other centres on the North Shore. The Lane Viewer online tool is great, but unfortunately not always accurate.

· Clarified only 2 incidents of theft in the last 12 months.

Item 4 – 1.00 – 1.45

Lake Road Service Assessment

Presenter/s: John McKellar Parks & Places Specialist

Governance role: Work programme updates

Proposed Outcome/s: Receive update on progress

The local board was provided with an update on the 27 Lake Road draft service assessment.

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

· Expressed frustration with Eke Panuku, noting there has seemingly been no progress on furthering an over-arching strategy for this site. Staff noted there would potentially be more clarity provided one Eke Panuku’s structure change is complete.

· Clarified that the contamination of the site from its previous use, and the heritage elements, make the site particularly complex.

Next Steps:

· Ongoing internal discussions will be required. This may necessitate further changes to the service assessment.

· The service assessment document will be finalised and presented to the local board for adoption at a business meeting.

Item 5 – 1.45 – 2.45

Eke Panuku update

Presenter/s: Kate Cumberpatch Priority Location Director

Governance role: Oversight and monitoring

Proposed Outcome/s: Review progress with projects

The local board was provided with an update on Eke Panuku projects in Takapuna.

· Huron Street improvements &14 Huron Street site

· Waiwharariki Anzac Square service lane & development site

· Placemaking FY25/26

· Takapuna Market

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

· Requested to remove interim planter boxes on Huron Street, they look untidy and unengaging.

· Requested the site at 14 Huron Street be kept tidy in the interim.

· Sought clarity on whether the water feature in Waiwharariki Anzac Square is currently running.

· Questioned if there was potential to incorporate a volleyball netball in the grass area in Waiwharariki Anzac Square in the interim.

· Requested enforcement updates regarding the Takapuna Market – they are meant to be cleared out by 12.30pm.

· Raised concern for the cost to resurface the square, suggested not permitting heavy truck access.

Next Steps:

· Staff to follow up on action points

Item 6 – 3.00 – 3.30

Auckland Transport – Auburn Street Project

Presenter/s: Raymond Tong Project Manager

Governance role: Work programme updates

Proposed Outcome/s: Receive update on progress

The local board was provided with an update on the Auburn Street pedestrian crossing project.

· This was a follow-up from a workshop on 22 April.

· Member G Busch departed the workshop during this item.

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

· Noted that the speed data was collected prior to the introduction of the 30kmph safe speed zone.

· Supportive of the revised proposal and thanked staff for their work

· Questioned if the Local Board can consider locations for speed advisory signs soon, with a preference to have one outside every school in the Local Board area.

Next Steps:

· A report will present options to be considered at the May business meeting.

Item 7 – 3.30 – 4.00

Auckland Transport – 2 Old Lake Road Crossing Project

Presenter/s: Martha Arifin

Fady Ghanima

Thomas Mark

Governance role: Work programme updates

Proposed Outcome/s: Receive update on progress

The local board was provided with an update on the Old Lake Road pedestrian crossing project.

· Presenting consultation feedback

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

· Clarified Wakatere Boating Club did not provide any feedback.

· Questioned if the Narrow Neck Beach Café had provided feedback. Staff noted they were not supportive but understood why the project was being delivered

· Clarified that a contractor has already been engaged. Noted desire for a quick delivery.

· Clarified that any major changes to design at this stage would require reconsultation.

Next Steps:

· Seek a resolution from the Local Board at May business meeting to proceed to construction.

Item 8 – 4.00 – 4.30

Auckland Transport – Francis to Esmond link project

Presenter/s: Francis Doesburg

Paul Buckle

Courtney Groundwater

Governance role: Local initiative / preparing for specific decision

Proposed Outcome/s: Provide direction on preferred approach

The local board was provided with an update on the potential projects for CATTR funding.

· Staff noted they are aware of the Local Board’s resolution regarding the Francis-Esmonde link, however all options must be considered in order to align with the funding criteria.

· Chairperson M Powell left the meeting at 4.15pm. Deputy Chairperson T Harpur presided as Chair for the remainder of the workshop.

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

· Clear support around the table for option 1

· Option 3 least preferred option

· Concerned that Taharoto Road cannot support a cycle lane.

· Requested AT classify the project under Collaborate, rather than Inform.

Next Steps:

· Seek endorsement in June for preferred connection/s to further investigate

4.32 pm The chairperson thanked members for their attendance and attention to business and declared the meeting closed.

CONFIRMED AS A TRUE AND CORRECT RECORD AT A MEETING OF THE Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Workshop HELD ON

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CHAIRPERSON:.......................................................

Chairperson	Melissa Powell
Deputy Chairperson	Terence Harpur
Members	Peter Allen
	Gavin Busch
	George Wood, CNZM