2 10 November 2020
Traffic Subcommittee
Minutes of a meeting
held in the
Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 30 Laings Road, Lower Hutt on
Tuesday 10 November 2020 commencing at 2.00pm
PRESENT: |
Cr L Sutton (Chair) |
Cr J Briggs |
|
Cr K Brown |
Cr B Dyer (Deputy Chair) (from 2.02pm) |
|
Cr A Mitchell |
Cr N Shaw |
IN ATTENDANCE: Mr D Simmons, Traffic Asset Manager
Mr M Radu, Senior Traffic Engineer (part meeting)
Mr C Agate, Traffic Engineer – Network Operations
Ms T Malki, Traffic Engineer (part meeting)
Ms K Glanville, Senior Democracy Advisor
PUBLIC BUSINESS
1. APOLOGIES
RESOLVED: (Cr Sutton/Cr Briggs) Minute No. TSC20601 “That the apology for lateness received from Cr Dyer be accepted.” |
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
Comments are recorded under the item to which they relate.
3. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS
Crs Briggs, Brown and Shaw noted that they were members of the Hutt Valley District Health Board. They did not consider there was any conflict in relation to Item 4i) Manor Park: Proposed Speed Limit, Parking Restrictions, Road Marking and Signage Changes.
4. Recommendations to Council - 8 December 2020
|
RECOMMENDED: (Cr Sutton/Cr Mitchell) Minute No. TSC 20602 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (i) approves the reduction of the permanent speed limit from 50 km/h to 40 km/h over the areas of Manor Park shown in Figure 2 in the report; (ii) approves the installation of ‘No Stopping At All Times’ restrictions as shown in Appendix 1 and Appendix 2 attached to the report; (iii) approves the installation of ‘No Stopping On Grass’ restrictions as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; and (iv) asks officers to undertake a six and 12 month review, following the introduction of the traffic calming measures.” For the reason that the proposed speed limit reduction would encourage lower vehicle operating speeds, the proposed ‘No Stopping At All Times’ restrictions would reduce the likelihood of vehicle conflict and promote compliance with the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004, and the proposed ‘No Stopping On Grass’ restrictions would reduce the likelihood of damage to the grass berm/ stop bank. |
ii) |
Jackson Street, Petone - Proposed No Stopping At All Times Restrictions (20/1270) |
|
The Senior Traffic Engineer elaborated on the report. In response to questions from members, the Traffic Asset Manager advised a traffic impact assessment was undertaken for a new development. He said issues often arise once the development was completed and vehicles started travelling around the area. He confirmed the developer had asked for the no stopping restrictions. |
|
RECOMMENDED: (Cr Sutton/Cr Dyer) Minute No. TSC 20603 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council approves the installation of a No Stopping At All Times restriction on Jackson Street, Petone, as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report.” For the reasons that the proposed restrictions would improve accessibility and safety for local residents and promote compliance with the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004. |
PRECEDENCE OF BUSINESS
In accordance with Standing Order 10.4, the Chair accorded precedence to items 4vi) Cedar Street, Maungaraki – Proposed No Stopping At All Times Restrictions and vii) Kamahi Street, Stokes Valley – Proposed No Stopping At All Times Restrictions.
The items are recorded in the order in which they are listed on the order paper.
iii) iii) |
Buick Street, Petone - Proposed No Stopping At All Times Restrictions (20/1263) |
|
recommended: (Cr Sutton/Cr Shaw) Minute No. TSC 20604 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council approves the installation of a No Stopping At All Times restriction on Buick Street, as shown in the Appendix 1 attached to the report.” For the reasons that the proposed restriction would improve accessibility for local residents and promote compliance with the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004. |
|
RECOMMENDED: (Cr Sutton/Cr Briggs) Minute No. TSC 20605 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (i) approves the installation of a P180 EV Parking Restriction on Oroua Street, Eastbourne, ‘Reserved for Electric Vehicles on charge only, for a maximum of 180 minutes (8.00am to 6.00pm, Monday to Sunday other than public holidays)’ as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; (ii) approves the installation of a P180 EV Parking Restriction in Pavilion Carpark, Days Bay, ‘Reserved for Electric Vehicles on charge only, for a maximum of 180 minutes at all times’ as shown in Appendix 2 attached to the report; and (iii) asks officers to liaise with Meridian Energy to install at least one fast charger.” For the reason that the proposed restrictions would facilitate the installation, effective operation of the proposed EV charging stations, improve parking turnover and availability of the EV parks, benefitting both local businesses and their customers. The proposed changes have garnered support from the community, and would support Council’s Parking Policy (2017). |
v) |
Ropata Crescent, Boulcott - Proposed No Stopping At All Times Restrictions (20/1088) |
|
RECOMMENDED: (Cr Sutton/Cr Dyer) Minute No. TSC 20606 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council approves the installation of a No Stopping At All Times parking restriction on Ropata Crescent, as shown in the Appendix 1 attached to the report.” For the reasons that the proposed restriction would improve accessibility and safety for local residents and promote compliance with the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004. |
|
recommended: (Cr Sutton/Cr Mitchell) Minute No. TSC 20607 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council approves the proposed No Stopping At All Times restrictions on Cedar Street, Maungaraki, as shown in Appendix 2 attached to the report.” For the reasons that either of the proposed restrictions would improve the safety within the street for the benefit of all road users; would promote compliance with the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004; support Council’s Parking Policy 2017 and are supported by the majority of the local residents who responded to the consultation documents. |
vii) |
Kamahi Street, Stokes Valley - Proposed No Stopping At All Times Restrictions (20/1141) |
|
Speaking under public comment, Mr Ken Dingle a resident of Kamahi Street, Stokes Valley supported the proposed no stopping restrictions outlined in the officer’s report. |
|
recommended: (Cr Sutton/Cr Briggs) Minute No. TSC 20608 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council approves the proposed No Stopping At All Times restriction on Kamahi Street, Stokes Valley, as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report.” For the reasons that the proposed restrictions would: a) improve the safety within the street for the benefit of all road users; b) promote compliance with the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004; c) support Council’s Parking Policy 2017; and d) are supported by majority of the local residents who responded to the consultation documents. |
viii) |
Waterloo Road, Hutt Central - Proposed Changes to School Bus Stop Times (20/1143) |
|
RECOMMENDED: (Cr Dyer/Cr Shaw) Minute No. TSC 20609 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (i) rescinds the existing ‘School Bus Stop 8.15am-8.45am and 3.00pm-3.30pm School Days Only, P10 Other Times’ restrictions on Waterloo Road, as shown in Appendix 1 attached to this report; (ii) approves the proposed ‘School Bus Stop 8.15am-8.45am and 3.15pm-3.45pm School Days’ restriction on Waterloo Road, as shown in Appendix 1 attached to this report; and (iii) approves the proposed P10 Other Times’ restriction on Waterloo Road, as shown in Appendix 1 attached to this report.” For the reason that the proposed restrictions would reduce the risk of vehicle conflict at the school bus stop and improve the level of service for school buses. |
|
RECOMMENDED: (Cr Sutton/Cr Brown) Minute No. TSC 20610 “That the Traffic Sub-Committee recommends that Council: (i) receives and notes the information; (ii) approves the installation of a P60 (8am-6pm Monday-Sunday) time restriction within the Victoria Street Reserve Carpark, as shown in Appendix 1 to the report; (iii) approves the extension of the existing bus stop (2 metres) adjacent to the Victoria Street Reserve Carpark, as shown in Appendix 1 to the report; (iv) approves the installation of an additional 12 metres of No Stopping At All Times restriction to facilitate an improved entry taper, as shown in Appendix 1 to the report; (v) reconfirms the existing No Stopping At All Times restrictions within the Victoria Street Reserve Carpark, as shown in Appendix 1 to the report; (vi) rescinds any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the traffic controls described in this resolution; and (vii) notes that this resolution will take effect when the traffic control devices that evidence the restrictions described in this resolution are in place.” For the following reasons - the proposed time restriction will improve parking turnover and availability within the Victoria Street Reserve Carpark and the proposed bus stop modification will: (a) reduce the risk of vehicle conflict at the listed on-road bus stop locations; (b) improve visibility and safety for the benefit of all road users; (c) promote compliance with the NZTA’s draft Guidelines for Public Transport Infrastructure and Facilities; and (d) meet the requirements as set out in Council’s Traffic Bylaw 2017. |
|
Crs Briggs and Mitchell voted against the recommendations and asked that their dissenting vote be recorded. |
x) |
Cuba Street, Petone - Proposed P10 Time Restriction (20/895) |
|
The Traffic Engineer – Network Operations elaborated on the report. Members noted that the Petone Community Board had endorsed the recommendations contained in the report subject to the lease being signed by the business. The Traffic Engineer – Network Operations confirmed that that proposal would only be installed if the business signed a lease for 73 Cuba Street, Petone. |
|
Recommended: (Cr Sutton/Cr Mitchell) Minute No. TSC 20611 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (i) receives and notes the information; (ii) approves the installation of a time limited (P10 At All Times) parking restriction on Cuba Street, Petone, as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; (iii) rescinds any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the traffic controls described in this resolution; and (iv) notes that this resolution will take effect when the traffic control devices that evidence the restrictions described in this resolution are in place.” For the reason that the proposed restriction will improve parking turnover and availability on Cuba Street, benefitting both local businesses and their customers and the proposed changes support Council’s Parking Policy 2017. |
xi) |
Glen Road, Stokes Valley - Proposed No Stopping Restriction (20/1275) |
|
The Traffic Engineer – Network Operations elaborated on the report. The Chair vacated the chair at 3.58pm. Cr Dyer chaired the meeting until the Chair rejoined the meeting at 3.59pm. |
|
RECOMMENDED: (Cr Sutton/Cr Shaw) Minute No. TSC 20612 “That the Traffic Sub-Committee recommends that Council: (i) receives and notes the information; (ii) approves the installation of a No Stopping (8am-6pm Monday-Friday) restriction on Glen Road, Stokes Valley, attached as Appendix 1 to the report; (iii) rescinds any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the traffic controls described in this resolution; and (iv) notes that this resolution will take effect when the traffic control devices that evidence the restrictions described in this resolution are in place.” For the reason that the proposed no stopping restriction: a) maintains increased pedestrian crossing visibility during the day; b) increases the available on-road parking stock during evenings and weekends; c) maintains the minimum visibility requirements for pedestrian crossings; and d) meets the requirements as set out in Council’s Traffic Bylaw 2017. |
xii) |
Waddington Drive, Naenae - Proposed P10 (School Days) Time Restriction (20/1276) |
|
The Traffic Engineer – Network Operations elaborated on the report. |
|
RECOMMENDED: (Cr Sutton/Cr Mitchell) Minute No. TSC 20613 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (i) receives and notes the information; (ii) approves the installation of P10 (8.30-9.30am, 2.45-3.30pm, Monday to Friday, School Days) time restriction on Waddington Road, Naenae – outside Wa Ora Montessori School, as shown in Appendix 1 to the report; (iii) rescinds any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the traffic controls described in this resolution; and (iv) notes that this resolution will take effect when the traffic control devices that evidence the restrictions described in this resolution are in place.” For the reason that the proposed time limited restriction would: a) improve parking turnover and availability during school drop off and pick up times; b) maintain the minimum visibility requirements for pedestrian crossings; and c) meet the requirements as set out in Council’s Traffic Bylaw 2017. |
xiii) |
Margaret Street, Hutt Central - Proposed P15 Loading Zone Class Restriction (20/1285) |
|
The Traffic Engineer – Network Operations elaborated on the report. Cr Dyer noted that the proposal added a carpark to the area. |
|
recommended: (Cr Sutton/Cr Shaw) Minute No. TSC 20614 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (i) receives and notes the information; (ii) approves the installation of a class restricted (P15 Loading Zone – Goods and Services Vehicles Only) parking restriction on Margaret Street, as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; (iii) rescinds any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the traffic controls described in this resolution; and (iv) notes that this resolution will take effect when the traffic control devices that evidence the restrictions described in this resolution are in place.” For the reason that the proposed restriction will improve the serviceability for local businesses, without reducing the existing parking stock. The proposed changes support Council’s Parking Policy 2017. |
5. QUESTIONS
There were no questions.
There being no further business the Chair declared the meeting closed at 4.03 pm.
Cr L Sutton
CHAIR
CONFIRMED as a true and correct record
Dated this 8th day of December 2020
Written statement for Katrina Te Punga
Item vi) Cedar Street, Maungaraki – Proposed No Stopping At All Times Restrictions
The proposed stopping restrictions in Cedar Street will improve the visibility and safety for all vehicles which pass through this area. I strongly support this proposal. I do not know how many collisions may have occurred over the years in this area, but I can categorically say there have been many near misses, as despite slowing significantly when using this piece of road, it has still been necessary for me to take evasive action on many occasions when encountering vehicles travelling in the opposite direction. Visibility is challenging due to the curve of the road and exacerbated by the elevation changes. With vehicles parked on both sides of the road the visibility is further limited and there is very little room to take evasive action.
I appreciate that imposing restrictions will impact on some residents, as some properties have more vehicles than off-street parking, but I feel that the interests of the majority of road users ought to be better protected, and can be done at a minimum of expense through the proposed stopping restrictions.
Thank you
Katrina Te Punga
Maungaraki Resident