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Hearing of Submission on the Draft Annual Plan 2017/18
Tuesday 16 May 2017
Mr Joseph Wyse presented submission DAP17/125. He expressed concern
at the cost of overruns with the tender process and believed that monies
should be spent on affordable housing. He expressed further concern
with the poor state of footpaths and vegetation in the City.
Mr Stuart Reid presented submission DAP17/210. He asked members to
encourage innovative architecture with urban designers.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Reid believed that coatings could be applied to the glass flood barriers to help
prevent etched graffitti. He said he had not undertaken engineering
investigative works as to how much land could be saved by not building
stopbanks. He explained that the glass flood barriers were not a
constant wall, as access points would be provided. He added the glass flood
barriers were a cheaper, more effective alternative to stopbanks and that
there were many engineering solutions to flood protection.
Mr Paul Duffin presented submissions DAP17/721 and DAP17/730. He explained
the good work that the student exchange programme undertook, and the positive
publicity it produced for the city.
In response to a question from a member, Mr
Duffin advised that if full funding was reinstated, it would provide an
opportunity for more students to apply and experience the programme.
Mr Bob Moffat presented submission DAP17/902.
In response to a question from a member, Mr
Moffat supported the digitisation of the Dowse Art Museum items.
Dr David Tripp presented submission DAP17/1029.
Ms Elaine Richardson presented submission DAP17/1105. She expressed
concern with the lack of maintenance of cycle accessways, particularly in the
Western Hills.
Mr Rhys Jones on behalf of survivors and rescuers during the Wahine disaster
and their families presented submission DAP17/871.
In response to a question from a member, Mr
Jones said the confirmed numbers to attend proposed ceremonies had yet to be
determined but up to 50 survivors had so far indicated they wished to be
involved.
Ms Candace Williams, Mr Ewert Anderson
and Mr David Percy representing Wingate Business Group presented submission DAP17/1131. Mr Anderson advised that
the Wingate area experienced a high number of boy racers.
In response to questions from members, Ms
Williams said they were currently assessing a security proposal where the
monitoring company would monitor the cameras, and contact the police if
appropriate. She noted that the Seaview security system worked well and
opined the problems may have shifted to Wingate. She advised they had
not discussed the issue of rubbish, vandalism and tagging in the area with Council
officers. She stated the Business Group was not seeking full funding
for the security cameras as the businesses in the area would cover the
ongoing maintenance of the system. She was receptive to meeting
with officers to discuss youth initiatives. Mr Anderson agreed it would
be advantageous to have discussions with Council’s City Safety Manager
regarding community patrols in the area.
Mr Phil Gibbons and Ms Nicky Sherriff presented
submission DAP 17/962. Mr Gibbons explained Sport Wellington was
developing a regional strategy to enable all key stake holders in health,
sport and recreation areas to work together.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Gibbons said that nationwide evidence showed sports hubs were the way forward
for many clubs. He considered a regional approach to leisure facilities
was required, to enable sustainable funding to be used in the best possible
way.
The meeting adjourned at 11.07am and
reconvened at 11.25am.
Mr Glen Todd and Ms Julie Thomson
representing Volunteer Hutt presented submission
DAP17/960.
In response to questions from members, Ms
Thompson acknowledged that Volunteer Hutt received funding from other funding
streams. She said for the organisation to continue having a significant
impact in the Hutt and to be sustainable it required continued
funding.
Mr Steven Winyard presented submission DAP17/73.
In response to a question from a member,
Mr Winyard suggested more recycling facilities should be available at Seaview.
Mr Trevor Mitchell presented submission DAP17/1011.
Ms Dana Carter and Ms Micheline Evans
representing Enviroschools presented submission
DAP17/946. They highlighted the collaborative proposal for Enviroschools
to work with Council on a long term basis. The regional programme
supported youth education and the engagement of residents.
In response to a question from a member, Ms
Carter and Ms Evans explained that on a national scale, Hutt City did not
perform well in the waste and recycling efforts.
The following action points were agreed:
·
DAP17/902 Bob Moffat – officers to advise on the Dowse
building maintenance and report back to the relevant committee regarding
digitising the Dowse collection;
·
DAP
17/125 Joseph Wyse – officers to follow up to ensure work undertaken by
contractors was standardised;
·
DAP
17/1029 Dr David Tripp – officers to report back regarding progress
about the cycleways;
·
DAP17/1105
Elaine Richardson – officers to investigate the maintenance programme
for the Riverlink project to include the maintenance of the Western Hills
cycle access;
·
DAP17/1131
Wingate Business Group – officers to investigate community patrols in
the Wingate area and other options to assist with issues in the area egboy
racers;
·
DAP17/946
Enviroschools – officers to provide a progress update regarding waste
minimisation;
·
DAP
17/871 Rhys Jones - officers to report on Wahine commemorations;
·
Members
asked that officers report back on the wharves in particular; the possible
impact on the aquifer and the types of timber proposed for the
refurbishments;
·
DAP17/210
Stuart Reid – officers to write to Greater Wellington Regional Council
for an official response regarding glass flood protection barriers.
Mr Colin Kelly presented submission DAP17/460.
Mr Neville Hyde and Mr Mark Futter representing Hutt Chamber of Commerce presented submission DAP17/949. They expressed support for the
stimulation initiatives, the rates differentials, the revised incentives, and
a rates freeze.
Mr Paul Caygill representing
Normandale Residents’ Association presented
submission DAP17/1167.
In response to a question from a member,
Mr Caygill asked Council to investigate ways to improve recycling collections
taking into account the windy conditions.
The meeting adjourned at 12.42pm and
reconvened at 1.30pm.
Ms Virginia Horrocks and Mr Murray Gibbons representing Eastbourne Community Board presented submission DAP17/404. They thanked the
officers for their work and consultation to date on the wharves issue.
In response to questions from members, Ms
Horrocks advised most users of the Point Howard wharf were fishers from
outside the region and were unlikely to make a submission to Council’s
Annual Plan. She considered that as a result of climate change
research, Eastbourne would have access problems in the future, and that
re-planning for the whole of the city was required.
Mr Graeme Hall presented submission DAP17/1123. He said refurbishment
rather than renewal of the wharves was the preferred option.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Hall agreed wharves were utilised by people in the Wellington region and were
a regional asset. He considered that opening up Rona Bay and Point
Howard wharves to ferries would ease road traffic congestion.
Mr Graeme Hall representing Great Harbour
Way Te Aranui O Poneke Trust presented submission DAP17/1124.
He explained that funding had already been allocated for the shared pathway,
and he stressed the project was vital.
Mr Gavin Wallace representing
Wainuiomata Historical Museum Society presented submission
DAP17/1.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Wallace explained that the Wainuiomata Museum was open for two hours on a
Sunday, or by appointment. He said that visitor numbers varied between
0-20 a day (between 500 and 600 per year).
Mr Jeremy Winter representing Muritai
Yacht Club presented submission DAP17/898 662 and
DAP17/933. He said that removal of the Rona Bay wharf would increase
storm damage to the area.
Barry Wilson and Finbar Kiddle
representing Heritage New Zealand presented
submission DAP17/662. Mr Kiddle advised that Rona Bay and Days
Bay wharves both had Category 2 classifications, and that along with the
Petone Wharf, they were all Scheduled Heritage sites in various plans
(District and Regional). He added he was unaware of any heritage aspects
of the Point Howard Wharf. He stated Heritage NZ’s preference was
for Australian hardwoods to be used. He noted this was used when the
wharves were originally built and was more durable than pine.
Mr Arthur Bush presented submission DAP17/107. He considered Council had
shown a lack of attention to stormwater reticulation in Stokes Valley.
The Mayor asked officers to investigate
the stormwater issues at Horoeka Street, Stokes Valley.
Mr Stephen Malcolm presented submission DAP17/713.
Bharat Ratanpal (Chair) and several
members representing Wainuiomata Sportsville presented
submission DAP17/980. Mr Ratanpal stressed there was an urgent
requirement for a modern sports facility for the Wainuiomata suburb to ensure
all codes remained viable. He explained that all codes would be responsible
for their own club and would pool resources.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Ratanpal explained the clubs understood fundraising would need to be
undertaken. He noted that no club had yet committed any funds to the
project. He added it was the intention to not
request further funds from Council. He acknowledged Wainuiomata Rugby
had not endorsed the draft, and that Cricket Wainuiomata had agreed in
principle.
Mayor Wallace requested officers to
prepare an urgent update around costings and what was required to assist in
operational planning for the Wainuiomata Sportsville proposal.
The meeting was adjourned at 3.13pm and
reconvened at 3.23pm.
Ms Pam Hanna representing Petone
Community Board presented submission DAP17/741.
She expressed concern regarding stormwater pipes discharging into the
newly restored sand dunes at the end of Queen Street, Petone.
In response to a question from a member,
Ms Hanna expressed concern at a possible conflict of the future use of North
Park as Petone 2040 required it for access and Sportsville required it for a
building.
Ms Sandy Nimmo representing
Rimutaka Inline Hockey Club Inc presented submission
DAP17/2 and introduced supporters from the Avalon Club. She requested
Council assistance in the creation of a new outdoor skating facility, as the
current facility was unusable. She said she had conducted initial
discussions with Council officers.
Mayor Wallace requested additional
information from officers regarding the Club’s request.
In response to questions from members, Ms
Nimmo said a new rink would be compatiable with other sports, including
cycling, miniature racing and all forms of skating. She stated that the
Club would be willing to work with the Fraser Park Sports Hub.
Mr Warren Thessman presented submission DAP17/979. He expressed concern
regarding the safety of the road to Eastbourne, due to its narrowness, and
questioned the installation of a shared pathway alongside it.
The Senior Project Engineer advised
there were two width options for the proposed shared pathway - 2.5m and
3.5m. He said that due to the terrain around the Eastern Bays, the
pathway would vary in width.
Mr Sigurd Magnusson presented submission DAP17/1008.
In response to a question from a member,
Mr Magnusson said that a regional approach to electric vehicles was being
promoted through a Working Group across the nine councils in the Wellington
region.
The Chief Executive advised that Council replaced
one fleet vehicle per year with an electric vehicle.
Mr Don Manning representing
Sailability Wellington Trust presented submission
DAP17/190. He said he had spoken with the Manager from Seaview Marina
who was receptive to the idea of a Mariner’s Shed. He requested Council
funding in the interim, and considered that after approximately six years the
enterprise would be self-funding.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Manning advised he had not yet approached other organisations for funding as
he required a guarantor. He added that since the Trust had begun, it
had raised over $1M for various projects.
Mr Derek Richardson presented submission DAP17/1128. He reiterated the
importance of an overall strategy and plan for the Urban Cycleway Strategy to
raise awareness amongst citizens and to integrate all infrastructure.
Mr Daryl Green and members
representing Hutt City Youth Council presented submission
DAP17/947. He believed that as well as Sportsville, ‘Creativevilles’
should also be built to cater for those who are not sports minded. He asked
that the Naenae Hub be brought forward.
In response to a question from a member,
Mr Green confirmed the Hutt City Youth Council would provide Council with
feedback on a number of issues, including the Local Authoriy Plan.
The following action points were agreed:
·
DAP17/404
Eastbourne Community Board – officers to provide information regarding climate
change and Council’s future planning;
·
DAP17/979
Warren Thessman – officers to provide an update regarding the Eastern
Bays Shared Walkway;
·
DAP17/1
Wainuiomata Historical Society – officers to follow up with submitter
regarding the amount of funding being requested;
·
DAP17/107
Arthur Bush – officers to provide an update regarding the Horoeka Street,
Stokes Valley stormwater issues raised by the submitter;
·
DAP17/980
Sportsville Wainuiomata – officers to provide an update about the costings
of the project and the operational plan;
·
Members
requested additional information regarding the Petone Grandstand;
·
DAP17/741
Petone Community Board – officers to follow up regarding stormwater from
Queen Street, Petone discharging into sand dunes;
·
DAP17/2
Rimutaka Inline Hockey Club Inc – officers to report back to the
relevant Committee regarding the Avalon Inline Rink;
·
DAP17/947
Hutt City Youth Council – officers to provide an update regarding the
possible impact of the Melling interchange project on the Melling Skateboard
Park;
·
Cr
Cousins requested an update about the greening of Queens Drive; and
·
DAP17/1008
Sigurd Magnusson - officers to provide an update regarding electric
vehicles and charging stations around the City.
Dido Dunlop presented submission DAP17/1037. She said that building
projects needed to be sited further from current water lines and extensive
public education was required on climate change issues.
Ms Esther Venning representing Love
Wainuiomata presented submission DAP17/1034.
In response to a question from a member,
Ms Venning explained the second stage of the Love Wainiuomata vision was
‘Tourism Wainui’.
The following action points were agreed:
·
Members
asked officers for additional information about the rates differential and
freeze. The Chief Executive advised that it would be appropriate to review
this when the Revenue and Financing Policy was reviewed in late 2017;
·
Members
asked officers for additional information concerning the aquifer and whether
Rona Bay wharf helped prevent coastal erosion;
·
DAP17/1034
Love Wainuiomata – officers were asked to assist the submitter’s
request for assistance; and
·
Members
asked officers to investigate if there were any resources to assist the
Naenae community.
The meeting adjourned at 5.13pm and
reconvened at 6.00pm.
Mr Gareth Edwards representing Lowry
Bay Yacht Club presented submission DAP17/918.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Edwards agreed that a starter boat could provide a solution. He noted that
the boat would require a minimum of three crew, maintenance, mooring and
compliance costs.
Mr Terrance Poynter presented
submission DAP17/1001.
Cr Barry left the meeting at 6.14pm.
Mr Carl Bakker representing Petone
Urban Environmental Association presented submission
DAP17/920.
In response to a question from a member,
Mr Bakker agreed that major Petone projects should be completed through
Petone 2040, with proper consultation and resourcing.
Ms Jan Milne and Ms Anna Brownlee
representing Hutt Valley Tennis (HVT) presented submission
DAP17/1116. Ms Milne said that HVT’s financial situation had
occurred due to Council’s proposed Fraser Sportsville and asked that Council
treat all sports in an equitable manner.
Cr Barry rejoined the meeting at 6.30pm.
Mr David Syms, Mr Allan Hewson, Mr
Gerry Salmon representing Petone Sportsville Board (PSB) presented submission DAP17/753. Mr Hewson advised
that bringing $300,000 forward to the 2017/18 budget would enable a funding
plan to be developed, full consultation to occur, final plans to be approved
and a staged development plan developed.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Syms advised they had the support of eight sports clubs. He confirmed that
the PSB had held discussions with the Petone 2040 Group. He acknowledged
the Petone Working Men’s Club submission and agreed that the two
organisations could be working closer together. He stated the clubs were
committed to moving forward.
Anita Mansell representing the
Multicultural Council presented submission DAP17/875.
Casey Diver presented submission DAP17/919.
Mr Ron Beernink presented
submmission DAP17/352.
Mr Timon Bakker representing
Hutt Cycle Network presented submission DAP17/1117.
In response to a question from a member,
Mr Bakker explained a paradigm shift was required towards cycling.
Ms Merran Bakker presented
submission DAP17/724.
In response to questions from members, Ms
Bakker agreed that while the Naenae Bowling Centre upgrade was an asset, it
was not the type of facility required in the area. She considered investment
in housing and retail facilities would be more advantageous for the Naenae suburb.
Ms Laura Skilton presented
submission DAP17/655.
Tute Porter-Samuels presented
submission DAP17/1033. She queried the engagement process for the Annual Plan
and expressed concern that few in the Pacifika and Maori community had made
submissions.
Mr James Beban presented submission
DAP17/733. He said the Rates Remissions Policy had promoted four additional
residential developments in the Hutt Valley. He suggested there was
scope to provide for larger developments with possibly a second tier of
remissions.
Mr Zinny McCormick presented
submission DAP17/909. He cautioned forcing sporstvilles on to sports
clubs. He asked Council to undertake a robust due diligence process.
Mayor Wallace left the meeting at 8.47pm.
Deputy Mayor Bassett assumed the chair.
Mr Gerald Davidson representing Lower
Hutt Historical Society presented submission DAP17/691.
Mayor Wallace rejoined the meeting at
8.52pm and resumed the chair for the duration of business.
Mr Jim Hogg representing the Petone
Working Men’s Club (PWMC) presented submission DAP17/981. He
expressed concern about the amount of consultation undertaken to date. He
said that while PWMC supported the sportsville concept in general, at present
it did not support Petone Sportsville.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Hogg agreed additional consultation was required. He considered that
the Fraser Park Sportsville should be completed prior to other sportsvilles
being developed. He said that Petone 2040 should be in consultation
talks with the Sportsville Committee.
The following action points were agreed:
·
DAP17/352
Ron Beernik – officers to advise on the state of the pedestrian access
around the new Rebel Sports/Briscoes building in Petone and investigate where
the building fits within design guidelines;
·
DAP17/733
James Beban – officers to advise when the Rates Remission Policy was
due for review;
·
Members
asked officers to provide a detailed report to the Community Plan Committee
meeting on 8 June 2017 regarding Sportsvilles;
·
Cr
Briggs asked officers to include ethnicity details in the statistical
analysis of Annual Plan submissions in the future;
·
Members
asked officers to provide a detailed report to the Community Plan Committee
meeting on 8 June 2017 regarding the Wharves;
·
DAP17/919
Casey Diver – officers to provide an update from Healthy Families about
the state of mental health of youth; and
· DAP17/655 Laura
Skilton – the Chief Financial Officer to respond to the rate issue
queries raised by the submitter.
The meeting adjourned at 9.10 pm.
Wednesday 17 May 2017 9.30 am
Ms Tracy Coleman and Mr Max Shierlaw
representing Maungaraki Community Association presented
submission DAP17/735. Ms Coleman advised that the Association supported
the projects occurring on the valley floor. It was noted there was no
current investment in Maungaraki.
In response to questions from members, Ms
Coleman advised that there were public toilets in the community centre, but
unfortunately they were accessed by walking through meeting rooms. She noted
the Association’s support for upgrading sports fields on the Western Hills.
Ms Claire Allan and Mr Wayne Rogers
(Bulk Storage) representing Seaview Business Association (SBA), presented submission DAP17/1232.
In response to questions from members, Ms
Allan advised that since the installation of CCTV cameras in the area, the
boy racer issue had moved to other areas in the City. She said SBA was currently
in discussions with the Police to install additional cameras, as they also
aided in stopping crime and vandalism. She informed members that SBA
had been advised that there would be no Heavy Traffic Bylaw for the Seaview
area.
Mr Dave Grant presented submission DAP17/912. He believed up to 40 residential
properties would be affected by the Petone Sportsville proposal and that
parking in the area would be placed under future strain. He expressed
opposition regarding Petone Sportsville.
Cr Barry joined the meeting at 10.05am.
Ms Jo Clendon presented submission DAP17/477. She requested that the
Walking and Cycling Strategy be reviewed.
Ms Alison Black (Youth Inspire), Ms
Karen Morgan (Principal of Taita College) and supporters representing Youth
Inspire presented submission DAP17/1222. Ms
Morgan advised that Youth Inspire worked to provide college leavers with viable
options for their future. Ms Black detailed the success of the youth
involved in the programme in Wainuiomata, and that in order to expand to Naenae
and Taita, resourcing and funding were required.
In response to a question from a member, Ms Black
confirmed the systems were in place to begin an expansion of the Youth
Inspire programme in the Naenae and Taita areas, once funding was obtained.
Ms Sarah Crawford presented submission DAP 17/1202. She believed the wharves
were an integral part of the harbour, were easily accessible and had no
financial barriers for people to enjoy their use.
Mr Matt Claridge presented submissions DAP17/758 and DAP17/1125.
Mr Norman Wilkins presented submission DAP17/416. He said that the Petone
wharf should be used for commuters, and that the wider section should be
retained to enable shelters to be built for patrons using a ferry service.
Mr Richard Sinnott representing
Wainuiomata Community Board presented submission DAP17/968.
He stated the Board’s support for Wainuiomata Sportsville. He
considered Council had a role to play in the provision of housing and requested
Council’s continued support for the number of residential developments currently
occurring in Wainuiomata. He also requested Council continue to support
the Wainuiomata Mall revelopment.
The meeting adjourned at 11.05am and
reconvened at 11.20am.
Ms Sue Lafrentz presented submission DAP17/844. She noted that some
residents were struggling to pay their rates. She said Council spending
should either be spread over a 10-20 year period or cut now.
Mr John and Elisa Mendzela
presented submission DAP17/543.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Mendzela considered that not all projects in the Annual Plan 2017/18 were
necessary. He said it was important to focus on the core functions of Council
and then investigate complementary functions when assessing projects.
Mr Mike Fisher presented submission DAP17/1065 and DAP17/1140.
In response to a question from a member,
Mr Fisher advised that parking issues in Petone impacted on residents,
commuters and workers of the area.
Mr John Russell representing Naenae
College presented submission DAP17/805.
Mr Mike Mellor representing Living
Streets Aotearoa presented submission DAP17/810.
Mr Gabriel Tupou presented
submission DAP17/1171. He advised that there was an affordable housing
shortage in Wainuiomata and the wider City.
The following action points were agreed:
·
DAP17/810
Living Streets Aotearoa – officers to provide a street audit;
·
DAP17/1222
Youth Inspire – officers to report back on what the funding would look
like;
·
DAP17/477
Jo Clendon – officers to provide a report on the delivery of the
Cycling Strategy;
·
DAP17/1232
Seaview Business Association – officers to report back on:
1. Gracefield
proposal for parking;
2. Heavy Vehicle
Bylaw to assist moving boy racers out of the Seaview and Wingate areas; and
3. Parking outside
the Seaview Marina entrance;
·
DAP17/735
Maungaraki Community Association – officers to provide costings for
toilets and water fountains; and
·
Cr
Milne asked that requests for $10,000-$20,000 be assessed for community grant
criteria.
The meeting adjourned at 12.40pm and
reconvened at 1.30pm.
Ms Diane Livingstone and Helen Carter
representing Wellington Free Ambulance (WFA) presented submission
DAP17/607.
In response to questions from members, Ms
Livingstone advised that central government had announced further funding for
ambulance services from 73% to 78%. She said that Council funding was
the only regular funding received within the 4.2% fundraised by WFA.
She noted that when funding was locked in it took the pressure off the
organisation.
Ms Libby Wilson and Ms Christine
Wakefield representing Team Naenae Trust presented submission DAP17/1225.
Ms Wilson said that Naenae needed to see investment in the area to plant hope
in the community from Council.
Mr Allan Sainsbury representing Citizens
Advice Bureau Lower Hutt (CAB Lower Hutt) presented submission
DAP17/608.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Sainsbury advised that CAB Lower Hutt did not usually apply for funding
through community engagement funds. He noted that it was highly
competitive to obtain funding. He said that a CAB could be sited within
a community hub however it was important that it be close to a transport hub
and in a discreet position.
Cr Barry rejoined the meeting at 1.58pm.
Mr Jamie Marment and students representing
Wilford School
presented submissions DAP17/951, DAP17/953, DAP17/955, DAP17/972, DAP17/975,
DAP17/976.
Mr Frank Sviatko representing Petone
Planning Action Group presented submission DAP17/861. He said
that the Petone Sporstville Group should be asked to liaise with the P2040
Group to incorporate the proposal into the P2040 vision.
Mr Graeme Ross representing Keep Lower
Hutt Beautiful
presented submission DAP17/983.
Mr Peter Chrisp representing Summerset
Group Holdings Limited presented submission DAP17/938.
In response to questions from members, Mr
Chrisp advised that the Boulcott Street and High Street intersection was
already listed on the deficiency database and he did not consider it possible
to impose an upgrade of the intersection as part of a resource consent.
He said that Summerset Group Holdings Limited was open to further discussions
regarding the matter.
The following actions were agreed:
·
Members
asked for an update in regard to the future needs and demands of parking in
the Central Business District and Petone; and
·
DAP17/608
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Lower Hutt – officers to report back on community
funding options for CAB Lower Hutt including Hubs and libraries.
Mr Tom Bennion presented
submission DAP17/1127.
Mr Alan Webb presented submission
DAP17/1087. He expressed concern regarding the possible closing of the
Riverbank car park. He considered that the CBD would suffer from the
closure.
Mr Phil Benge presented
submission DAP17/1204.
In response to a question from a member,
Mr Benge asked that the entranceway at Greenwood Park, Eastbourne be
upgraded.
Cr Cousins asked that the maintenance of
the entranceway to Greenwood Park, Eastbourne be investigated and the gift of
the park be acknowledged.
Mr Michael Gray presented
submission DAP17/1066.
Mayor Wallace noted that Council’s
CBD Taskforce Group met with business and building owners and asked that Mr
Gray be added to the Group’s list.
The meeting adjourned at 3.23pm and
reconvened at 3.45pm.
Ms Keri
Brown presented submission DAP17/1224. She said
that homelessness in the City was a problem and people were living in cars,
garages and illegally in churches. She asked that Urban Plus Ltd be
more involved in housing rentals.
Ms
Ginny Andersen, Labour Candidate Hutt South presented submissions DAP17/813-1
and DAP17/813-2. She said that the wharves were an
iconic part of the City’s history and the majority of people would like
them retained. She advised that there was a lack of housing and
increased house prices in the City. She further said that the Labour
Party had promised to develop 400 houses in the City. She considered
that there should be a closer relationship between central government and local
government with regard to housing issues.
Mr Chris
Hay presented submission DAP/774. He asked Council
to improve its project management for future projects, such as Riverlink, to
avoid cost over-runs. He further asked that Council review the drainage
infrastructure with respect to pressure from infill housing.
Ms
Evelyn Richter presented submission DAP17/1023. She
said that Council needed to invest in roading infrastructure for earthquake
preparedness.
Deputy Mayor Bassett left the meeting at 4.30pm.
Ms
Sally Nicholl and Ms Dina Awarau representing Hutt Union and Community Health
Service (HUCHS) presented submission DAP17/982. They
said that HUCHS was a living wage employer and asked Council to also support
the living wage.
Ms
Muriel Tunoho representing Hutt Valley Living Wage presented submission
DAP17/220. She asked Council to become a living wage
employer and asked Council’s Chief Executive to work with Living Wage
Hutt Valley.
Ms
Margot Fry and Ms Michelle Caldwell representing Wainuiomata Rural Community
Association presented submission DAP17/812. They
asked Council to fund a trial in Wainuiomata for a diverter which would
divert floating rubbish out of water ways.
Deputy Mayor Bassett rejoined the meeting at 4.55pm.
Mr Ian Dallas
representing Wellington Rugby Referees Association presented submission
DAP17/969. He asked for funding to support volunteer
rugby referees.
Deputy Mayor Bassett and Cr Milne left the meeting at 5.10pm.
Ms Gwen
Isaac representing Residents for a Safe Korokoro Road presented
submission DAP17/150. She asked Council to provide a
safe footpath with a barrier for a 1.5km stretch of Korokoro Road, similar to
the footpath in Wairere Road.
Mr John Welch presented submission DAP17/1130. He advised that the community had a strong desire to either keep
the Point Howard wharf in its present state or to refurbish it. He noted that
demolition of the Point Howard wharf had been discussed in 1999 and had been
considered to be problematic as the piles were drilled into the aquifer and removal
could cause leakage in the artesian water supply.
The following actions were agreed:
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DAP17/1224 Keri Brown – officers to investigate
developing a coordinated approach to homelessness with regard to policy and community
services and to provide an update on housing data in Wainuiomata;
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DAP17/813-1 and DAP17/813-2 Ms Ginny Anderson –
officers to investigate tiny homes for affordable housing;
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DAP17/220 Hutt Valley Living Wage – the
Chief Executive to work with the Living Wage movement;
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DAP17/812 Wainuiomata Rural Community – Mayor
Wallace asked officers to discuss a trial of waterways cross channel
invention which clears rubbish from waterways and to consult with residents
of Fitzherbert Road, Wainuiomata if Council was considering the development
of in-flow research; and
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DAP17/150 Gwen Isaac – Mayor
Wallace requested a report on the walkways in Korokoro Road and on
substandard roads.
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