Minutes of Traffic Subcommittee

2 20 April 2021

Komiti Iti Ara Waka|Traffic Subcommittee
Minutes of a meeting held in the Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 30 Laings Road,
Lower Hutt on

Tuesday 20 April 2021 commencing at 2.00pm

PRESENT:	Cr B Dyer (Chair)	Cr J Briggs (Deputy Chair)
	Cr A Mitchell	Cr N Shaw

APOLOGIES: Cr Brown

IN ATTENDANCE: Mr C Agate, Acting Traffic Planning and Engineering Manager

Ms T Malki, Traffic Engineer
Ms K Stannard, Head of Democratic Services

PUBLIC BUSINESS

1. APOLOGIES

Resolved: (Cr Dyer/Cr Briggs) Minute No. TSC 21201

“That the apology received from Cr K Brown be accepted and leave of absence be granted.”

2. PUBLIC COMMENT

Public comment is recorded under the item to which it relates.

3. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS

There were no conflict of interest declarations.

4. Recommendations to Council – 2 JUNE 2021

a)	Tama Street, Alicetown - Proposed P15 Parking Restrictions (21/385)
	The Traffic Engineer elaborated on the report.
	ReCOMMENDED: (Cr Dyer/Cr Shaw) Minute No. TSC 21202 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (1) receives and notes the information; (2) approves the application of P15, 7.30am-9.30am and 3.30pm-5.30pm, Monday-Friday (excluding public holidays) restriction over two current P10, 8.00am-6.00pm, Monday-Friday, (excluding public holidays) parking spaces at 54 Tama Street, Alicetown; (3) approves the application of P15, 8.00am-6.00pm, Monday-Friday (excluding public holidays) restriction over one current P10, 8.00am-6.00pm, Monday-Friday (excluding public holidays) parking space and one unrestricted parking space at 67 Tama Street, Alicetown; (4) 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 (5) notes that these resolutions will take effect once the appropriate signage and/or road-markings have been installed.” For the reasons that the proposed restrictions would improve accessibility and parking availability for parents and caregivers accessing the kindergarten during peak times and support Council’s Parking Policy (2017).
b)	Laery Street, Melling - Proposed P15 Parking Restrictions (21/386)
	The Traffic Engineer elaborated on the report.
	ReCOMMENDED: (Cr Dyer/Cr Mitchell) Minute No. TSC 21203 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (1) receives and notes the information; (2) approves the application of P15, 7.30am to 4.30pm, Monday-Friday (excluding Public Holidays), time limited parking restriction on Laery Street, Melling, as attached in Appendix 1 to the report; (3) rescinds any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the traffic controls described in this resolution; and (4) notes that these resolutions will take effect once the appropriate signage and/or road-markings have been installed.” For the reasons that the proposed restrictions would improve accessibility and parking availability for parents and caregivers accessing the early childhood centre and support Council’s Parking Policy (2017).
c)	Dowse Drive, Maungaraki - Proposed No Stopping At All Times Restrictions (21/387)
	Speaking under public comment, Mr Gordon Murray advised that it was very dangerous when exiting Walnut Way onto Dowse Drive because parked cars limited visibility. He expressed support for the installation of yellow lines on Dowse Drive. The Traffic Engineer elaborated on the report. In response to a question from a member, the Traffic Engineer advised that the bus stop on Dowse Drive was the responsibility of Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC). She agreed to contact the resident and let them know to contact GWRC.
	ReCOMMENDED: (Cr Dyer/Cr Mitchell) Minute No. TSC 21204 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (1) receives and notes the information; (2) approves the proposed No Stopping At All Times restrictions on Dowse Drive, Maungaraki as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; and (3) notes that this resolution will take effect once the appropriate signage and/or road-markings have been installed.” For the reasons that 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 majority of the local residents who responded to the consultation documents.

d)	Jutland Street, Waterloo - Proposed No Stopping At All Times Restrictions (21/388)
	The Traffic Engineer elaborated on the report.
	Recommended: (Cr Dyer/Cr Shaw) Minute No. TSC 21205 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (1) receives and notes the information; (2) approves the proposed No Stopping At All Times restrictions on Jutland Street, Waterloo as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; and (3) notes that this resolution will take effect once the appropriate signage and/or road-markings have been installed.” For the reasons that the proposed restrictions will improve accessibility, contribute to the improved parking behaviour in the street, and promote compliance with the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.
e)	Knights Road, Hutt Central - Proposed Time Limited (P120 8am to 6pm, Monday to Sunday (excluding Public Holidays) and No Stopping (At All Times)) Parking Restrictions. (21/468)
	The Acting Traffic Planning and Engineering Manager elaborated on the report.
	ReCOMMENDED: (Cr Dyer/Cr Shaw) Minute No. TSC 21206 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (1) receives and notes the information; (2) approves the No Stopping – At All Times parking restrictions on Knights Road, Central Hutt – as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; (3) approves the time limited (P120, 8am-6pm, Monday to Sunday (excluding Public Holidays)) parking restrictions on Knights Road, Central Hutt – as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; (4) 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; (5) notes that these resolutions will take effect once the appropriate signage and/or road-markings have been installed.” For the reason that the proposed restrictions will improve the driveway visibility for neighbouring properties while supporting the Council’s Parking Policy (2017).

f)	Roberts Street, Epuni - Proposed 'No Stopping' (At All Times) Parking Restriction (21/469)
	The Acting Traffic Planning and Engineering Manager elaborated on the report.
	RECOMMENDED: (Cr Dyer/Cr Briggs) Minute No. TSC 21207 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (1) notes and receives the information; (2) approves the No Stopping – At All Times parking restrictions on Roberts Street, Epuni as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; (3) rescinds any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the traffic controls described in this resolution, and (4) notes that the resolution will take effect once the appropriate signage and/or road-markings have been installed.” For the reason that the proposed will improve the safety for vehicles given the reduction in visibility caused by the installation of the brush fence while supporting the Council’s Traffic Bylaw (2017) and sections of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.
g)	Clendon and Fisk Streets, Naenae - Proposed 'No Stopping' (At All Times) Intersection Parking Restrictions (21/470)
	The Acting Traffic Planning and Engineering Manager elaborated on the report.
	ReCOMMENDED: (Cr Dyer/Cr Mitchell) Minute No. TSC 21208 “That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council: (1) receives and notes the information; (2) approves the No Stopping – At All Times parking restrictions on Clendon Street, Naenae as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; (3) approves the No Stopping – At All Times parking restrictions on Fisk Street, Naenae as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report; (4) rescinds any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the traffic controls described in this resolution; and (5) notes that these resolutions will take effect once the appropriate signage and/or road-markings have been installed.” For the reason that the proposed will improve the visibility of the Clendon and Fisk Streets intersection approaches while supporting the Council’s Traffic Bylaw (2017) and sections of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.

Hutt Road, Alicetown - Proposed School Drop Off - Pick Up and P30 At Other Times Parking Restrictions (21/472)

Speaking under public comment, Mr Murray Reed from Music Warehouse advised his customers were confused and had difficulty finding his store because there were restrictions on parking outside the store in Hutt and Te Mome Roads. He said the restrictions on parking during school times were not an issue. However, in the school holidays, commuters parked all day without the problem of receiving parking tickets.

In response to a question from a member, Mr Reed advised that it was difficult to comment on the proposed modifications to the parking until they were in place. He understood the process was that if he required any future changes to the parking, then he would need to come back to Council.

The Acting Traffic Planning and Engineering Manager elaborated on the report.

The Chair questioned whether the P5 rules could apply across the eight car parks in order to lessen the signage, reduce confusion for people and retain consistency. The Acting Traffic Planning and Engineering Manager acknowledged that it was an option for members to consider. He noted that it was difficult when there was dual parking. He advised that there was a requirement through the Land Transport User rules to have ‘Other Times’ on the signs.

In response to a question from a member, the Acting Traffic Planning and Engineering Manager acknowledged the different parking signs may cause some confusion for people. He suggested that some form of education, before the parking signs were installed, would be helpful. He advised that it was important when parking that people took note of the parking signs in the areas where they were parking. He highlighted that Council’s Parking Services could assist with an education campaign before the matter was considered by Council. He noted that the school was supportive of the changes.

In response to questions from members, the Acting Traffic Planning and Engineering Manager advised that the school was keen to retain the P5 parking. He further advised that education information from the Ministry of Education recommended moving to P2 (‘kiss and drop’). He confirmed that the parking modifications for short term parking were to assist the Music Warehouse and Sports Emporium. He said that parking was heavy on Hutt and Te Mome Roads for school pick ups. He stated there were other P5 further away on the other side of Hutt Road.

The Chair moved to amend the officer’s recommendation to approving the P5 parking restrictions to apply to all eight carparks and a new recommendation to ask officers to consult with the businesses over the new parking modifications. Cr Mitchell seconded the motion.

Cr Briggs spoke in support of the motion. He advised that the two businesses nearby would only be impacted between 2.45pm and 3.15pm on school days because the Music Warehouse opened at 10am on week days and the Sports Emporium opened at 12 noon. He believed it was a good solution and gave clarity for everyone.

Cr Mitchell spoke in support of the motion under the proviso that the businesses were consulted to ensure that the new parking modifications worked for them.

The Chair spoke in support of the motion. He advised that the new parking modifications would be easier to understand. He looked forward to hearing the results of the officer’s consultation with the businesses.

ReCOMMENDED: (Cr Dyer/Cr Mitchell) Minute No. TSC 21209

“That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council:

(1) receives and notes the information;

(2) approves the P30 Loading Zone (Goods Vehicles Only – 8am to 6pm, Monday to Sunday, excluding Public Holidays) on Hutt Road, as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report;

(3) approves the P5 (8.30am – 9.30am, 2.45pm – 3.15pm, School Days Only), parking restrictions on Hutt Road to all eight marked parking spaces adjacent to the Hutt Road frontage of 6 Railway Avenue, being Hutt Central School;

(4) approves the P30 (At Other Times), parking restrictions on Hutt Road to all eight all eight marked parking spaces adjacent to the Hutt Road frontage of
6 Railway Avenue, being Hutt Central School;

(5) rescinds any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the traffic controls described in this resolution; and

(6) notes that these resolutions will take effect once the appropriate signage and/or road-markings have been installed.”

For the reasons that the proposed changes will improve parking space turnover outside of the schools restrictions, increase the availability of short term parking in the area, while supporting the Council’s Traffic Bylaw (2017), Parking Policy and sections of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.

Resolved: (Cr Dyer/Cr Mitchell) Minute No. TSC 21210

“That the Traffic Subcommittee asks officers to consult the businesses in the area to make sure they are happy with the proposed new plan and report back to Council on
1 June 2021 where Council will be considering the matter.”

Leighton Avenue / Awamutu Grove, Waiwhetu - Proposed No Stopping (At All Times) Parking Restrictions (21/473)

The Acting Traffic Planning and Engineering Manager elaborated on the report.

In response to a question from a member, the Acting Traffic Planning and Engineering Manager advised that the consequence of the hatching would be minimal on the intersection with the major set of traffic lights. He highlighted that the intersection had a camera installed and was monitored by New Zealand Transport Agency.

ReCOMMENDED: (Cr Dyer/Cr Shaw) Minute No. TSC 21211

“That the Traffic Subcommittee recommends that Council:

(1) receives and notes the information;

(2) approves the No Stopping At All Times parking restrictions on Leighton Avenue, Waiwhetu as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report;

(3) approves the No Stopping At All Times parking restrictions on Awamutu Grove, Waiwhetu as shown in Appendix 1 attached to the report;

(4) rescinds any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the traffic controls described in this resolution; and

(5) notes that these resolutions will take effect once the appropriate signage and/or road-markings have been installed.”

For the reasons that the proposed restrictions and additional road-markings and signage will improve the operation of both the Leighton / Awamutu and Leighton / Whites Line East intersections, while supporting the Council’s Traffic Bylaw (2017) and sections of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.

5. QUESTIONS

There were no questions.

There being no further business the Chair declared the meeting closed at 2.52pm.

B Dyer

CHAIR

CONFIRMED as a true and correct record

Dated this 1^st day of June 2021