Waimāero

Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

Agenda

 

 

Notice of Meeting:

An ordinary meeting of the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board will be held on:

 

Date:                                    Monday 6 March 2023

Time:                                   4.30 pm

Venue:                                 Boardroom, Fendalton Service Centre,
Corner Jeffreys and Clyde Roads, Fendalton

 

 

Membership

Chairperson

Deputy Chairperson

Members

Bridget Williams

Jason Middlemiss

David Cartwright

Linda Chen

James Gough

Aaron Keown

Sam MacDonald

Nicola McCormick

Shirish Paranjape

 

 

28 February 2023

 

 

 

 

 

Maryanne Lomax

Manager Community Governance, Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood

941 6730

maryanne.lomax@ccc.govt.nz

www.ccc.govt.nz

Note:  The reports contained within this agenda are for consideration and should not be construed as Council policy unless and until adopted.  If you require further information relating to any reports, please contact the person named on the report.
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Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 

 


Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 

Part A           Matters Requiring a Council Decision

Part B           Reports for Information

Part C           Decisions Under Delegation

 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

Karakia Tīmatanga................................................................................................... 4 

C          1.        Apologies Ngā Whakapāha.......................................................................... 4

B         2.        Declarations of Interest Ngā Whakapuaki Aronga........................................... 4

C          3.        Confirmation of Previous Minutes Te Whakaāe o te hui o mua.......................... 4

B         4.        Public Forum Te Huinga Whānui.................................................................. 4

B         5.        Deputations by Appointment Ngā Huinga Whakaritenga................................. 4

B         6.        Presentation of Petitions Ngā Pākikitanga.................................................... 5

Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Submissions Committee

C          7.        Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Submissions Committee Minutes - 20 February 2023....................................................... 17

Staff Reports

C          8.        Public Transport Infrastructure Improvements along route 17....................... 23

C          9.        Merrin Street/Avonhead Road/Grahams Road intersection safety improvements 83

C          10.      Grahams Road/Waimairi Road - Safety Improvements.................................. 89

C          11.      Memorial Aveue at Burnside High Safety Improvements & Greers Road Parking Improvements......................................................................................... 95

C          12.      Merrin Street/Withells Road intersection safety improvements.................... 103

C          13.      Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood 2022-23 Youth Development Fund Application - Addison Jones....................................................................................... 109

C          14.      Appointments to External Organisations................................................... 113

C          15.      Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Area Report - March 2023..................................................................................................... 115  

 

B         16.      Elected Members’ Information Exchange Te Whakawhiti Whakaaro o Te Kāhui Amorangi............................................................................................................ 154  

Karakia Whakamutunga

 


Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 

 

Karakia Tīmatanga

Whakataka te hau ki te uru

Whakataka te hau ki te tonga

Kia mākinakina ki uta

Kia mātaratara ki tai

E hī ake ana te atakura

He tio, he huka, he hauhūnga

Tīhei Mauri Ora

Cease the winds from the west
Cease the winds from the south
Let the breeze blow over the land
Let the breeze blow over the ocean
Let the red-tipped dawn come with a sharpened air.
A touch of frost, a promise of a glorious day.

 

1.   Apologies Ngā Whakapāha  

At the close of the agenda no apologies had been received.

2.   Declarations of Interest Ngā Whakapuaki Aronga

Members are reminded of the need to be vigilant and to stand aside from decision making when a conflict arises between their role as an elected representative and any private or other external interest they might have.

3.   Confirmation of Previous Minutes Te Whakaāe o te hui o mua

That the minutes of the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board meeting held on Tuesday, 7 February 2023  be confirmed (refer page 6).

4.   Public Forum Te Huinga Whānui

A period of up to 30 minutes will be available for people to speak for up to five minutes on any issue that is not the subject of a separate hearings process.

 

There were no public forum requests received at the time the agenda was prepared

5.   Deputations by Appointment Ngā Huinga Whakaritenga

Deputations may be heard on a matter or matters covered by a report on this agenda and approved by the Chairperson.

 

5.1

Kevin and Jane Bennett

Kevin and Jane Bennett, local residents, will speak regarding the proposed pedestrian crossing point on Memorial Avenue.

 

 

5.2

Jacqui Lewis

Jacqui Lewis, local resident, will speak regarding the proposed bus stop improvements on Carlton Mill Road.

 

 

6.   Presentation of Petitions Ngā Pākikitanga

There were no petitions received at the time the agenda was prepared.


Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

Unconfirmed

 

 

Waimāero

Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

Open Minutes

 

 

Date:                                    Tuesday 7 February 2023

Time:                                   4.33 pm

Venue:                                 Boardroom, Fendalton Service Centre,
Corner Jeffreys and Clyde Roads, Fendalton

 

 

Present

Chairperson

Deputy Chairperson

Members

Bridget Williams

Jason Middlemiss

David Cartwright

Linda Chen

James Gough (via Audio-Visual Link)

Aaron Keown

Sam MacDonald

Nicola McCormick

Shirish Paranjape

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maryanne Lomax

Manager Community Governance, Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood

941 6730

maryanne.lomax@ccc.govt.nz

www.ccc.govt.nz

To watch the meeting live, or a recording after the meeting date, go to:
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To view copies of Agendas and Minutes, go to:
https://www.ccc.govt.nz/the-council/meetings-agendas-and-minutes/

 


 

Part A           Matters Requiring a Council Decision

Part B           Reports for Information

Part C           Decisions Under Delegation

 

 

Karakia Tīmatanga

 

The agenda was dealt with in the following order.

1.   Apologies Ngā Whakapāha

Part C

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2023/00001

That the apology received from Sam MacDonald for early departure be accepted.

Shirish Paranjape/David Cartwright                                                                                                                  Carried

 

2.   Declarations of Interest Ngā Whakapuaki Aronga

Part B

James Gough and David Cartwright declared an interest in the portions of item 8. relating to Normans Road.

3.   Confirmation of Previous Minutes Te Whakaāe o te hui o mua

Part C

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2023/00002

That the minutes of the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board meeting held on Monday, 12 December 2022 be confirmed.

David Cartwright/Aaron Keown                                                                                                                          Carried

 

4.   Public Forum Te Huinga Whānui

Part B

4.1      Jeanette Christensen

Jeanette Christensen addressed the Board regarding the upcoming Edwardian Garden Party at Mona Vale on Sunday 12 March from 3-6pm, which is a fundraising event to help restore the historic Bathhouse. 

 

5.   Deputations by Appointment Ngā Huinga Whakaritenga

Part B

5.1

Mark Tutton

Mark Tutton, local resident, addressed the Board regarding item 8, Merivale Traffic and Parking Issues.

 

5.2

Peel Street

The Chairperson read a statement on behalf of Dale O’Connor, local resident, regarding Item 8, Merivale Traffic and Parking Issues. Dale also presented a petition on behalf of the residents of Peel Street.

Attachments

a       Petition - Parking Restrictions on Peel Street  

 

5.3

Andrew Dickie

Andrew Dickie, local resident, addressed the Board regarding item 8, Merivale Traffic and Parking Issues.

 

5.4

Norm Withers

Norm Withers, local resident, addressed the Board regarding item 10, Waimairi Road – Tree Removal.

 

6.   Presentation of Petitions Ngā Pākikitanga

Part B

The Chairperson noted that a petition was received during the deputation from Peel Street residents.

 

7.   Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Submissions Committee Minutes - 28 November 2022

 

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2023/00003

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board receives and confirms the Minutes from the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Submissions Committee meeting held 28 November 2022.

David Cartwright/Jason Middlemiss                                                                                                                 Carried

 

9.   Swanleigh Place - Tree Removal

 

Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Receive the report.

2.         Decline the application to remove the oak (street) tree outside 20 Swanleigh Place (ID 141756).

 

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2023/00004

Part C

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Receive the report.

2.         Approve the application to remove the oak (street) tree outside 20 Swanleigh Place (ID 141756).

3.         Resolve pursuant to section 4.24 of the Christchurch City Council Tree Policy that the applicant will not be required to pay any costs associated with the removal.

Sam MacDonald/David Cartwright                                                                                                                    Carried

 

 

10. Waimairi Road - Tree Removal

 

Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Receive the report.

2.         Decline the application to remove the oak (street) tree outside 326 Waimairi Road (ID 13366).

 

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2023/00005

Part C

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Receive the report.

2.         Approve the application to remove the oak (street) tree outside 326 Waimairi Road (ID 13366).

3.         Resolve pursuant to section 4.24 of the Christchurch City Council Tree Policy that the applicant will not be required to pay any costs associated with the removal.

Sam MacDonald/David Cartwright                                                                                                                    Carried

 

Sam MacDonald left the meeting at 5:16 p.m. at the conclusion consideration of item 10.

8.   Merivale Traffic and Parking Issues

 

Board Comment

The Board discussed the feedback received from residents during the consultation period and the verbal deputations received at the meeting.

The Board made the following changes to the Officer Recommendations:

·    Added a request for a report back in six months to review the effectiveness of the new parking restrictions.

·    Added a request for an urgent report to allow the Board to consider installing parking restrictions on Peel Street.

·    Added a request for the Chairperson to contact St Andrew’s College regarding residents’ reports of intimidating behaviour involving school traffic.

·    A resolution to defer making a decision on Akela Street, pending a report with further options including making the street one-way.

 

 

 

Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.    Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on;

a.    The southwest side of St Andrews Square commencing at its intersection with Peel Street and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of eight metres.

b.    The southwest side of St Andrews Square commencing at its intersection with Peel Street and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of eight metres.

c.    The northwest side of Peel Street commencing at its intersection with St Andrews Square and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of six metres.

d.    The southeast side of Peel Street commencing at its intersection with St Andrews Square and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of six metres.

e.    The southwest side of Akela Street commencing at its intersection with Aikmans Road and extending in a south easterly direction to its intersection with Cox Street

f.     The south west side of Akela Street commencing at its intersection with Cox Street and extending in a south easterly direction to its intersection with Office Road.

2.    Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes between the times of 8am and 6pm, School Days only on;

a.    The northeast side of Winchester Street commencing at a point 31 metres southeast of its intersection with Merivale Lane and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 132 metres.

b.    The northeast side of Hewitts Road commencing at a point eight metres southeast of its intersection with Merivale Lane and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 161 metres.

3.    Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes between the times of 9am and 4pm, School Days only on;

a.    The northeast side of Urunga Avenue commencing at a point 23 meters southeast of its intersection with Halton Street and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 85 metres.

b.    The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 27 metres northeast of its intersection with Alpha Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 67 metres.

c.    The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 11 northeast of its intersection with Searells Road and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 54 metres.

d.    The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 20 metres northeast of its intersection with Hartley Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 37 metres.

e.    The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 22 metres northeast of its intersection with Urunga Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 72 metres.

f.     The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 23 metres northeast of its intersection with College Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 62 metres.

g.    The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 16 metres northeast of its intersection with Watford Street and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 162 metres.

h.    The southwest side of St Andrews Square commencing at a point 23 metres southeast of its intersection with Normans Road and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 56 metres.

i.     The southwest side of St Andrews Square commencing at a point 8 metres southeast of its intersection with Peel Street and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 64 metres.

4.    Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 3 minutes between the times of 8am and 9am, and between 2:30pm and 4pm, School Days only on;

a.    The northeast side of Winchester Street commencing at a point 166 metres southeast of its intersection with Merivale Lane and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 123 metres.

5.    Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 3 minutes between the times of 8am and 9am, and between 2:30pm and 4pm, School Days only on;

a.    The southwest side of Papanui Road commencing at a distance 11 metres southeast of its intersection with Merivale Lane and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 33 metres.

6.    Revoke 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 resolutions 1-5 above.

7.    Approve that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road markings that evidence the restrictions described in the staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

 

 

 

 

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2023/00006

Part C

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.    Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on;

a.    The southwest side of St Andrews Square (the section that aligns with Hartley Avenue) commencing at its intersection with Peel Street  and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of eight metres.

b.    The southwest side of St Andrews Square (the section that aligns with Hartley Avenue) commencing at its intersection with Peel Street and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of eight metres.

c.    The northwest side of Peel Street commencing at its intersection with St Andrews Square and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of six metres.

d.    The southeast side of Peel Street commencing at its intersection with St Andrews Square and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of six metres.

2.    Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes between the times of 8am and 6pm, School Days only on;

a.    The northeast side of Winchester Street commencing at a point 31 metres southeast of its intersection with Merivale Lane and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 132 metres.

b.    The northeast side of Hewitts Road commencing at a point eight metres southeast of its intersection with Merivale Lane and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 161 metres.

3.    Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes between the times of 9am and 4pm, School Days only on;

a.    The northeast side of Urunga Avenue commencing at a point 23 meters southeast of its intersection with Halton Street and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 85 metres.

b.    The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 27 metres northeast of its intersection with Alpha Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 67 metres.

c.    The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 11 northeast of its intersection with Searells Road and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 54 metres.

d.    The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 20 metres northeast of its intersection with Hartley Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 37 metres.

e.    The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 22 metres northeast of its intersection with Urunga Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 72 metres.

f.     The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 23 metres northeast of its intersection with College Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 62 metres.

g.    The northwest side of Normans Road commencing at a point 16 metres northeast of its intersection with Watford Street and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 162 metres.

h.    The southwest side of St Andrews Square (the section that aligns with Hartley Avenue) commencing at a point 23 metres southeast of its intersection with Normans Road and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 56 metres.

i.     The southwest side of St Andrews Square (the section that aligns with Hartley Avenue) commencing at a point 8 metres southeast of its intersection with Peel Street and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 64 metres.

4.    Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 3 minutes between the times of 8am and 9am, and between 2:30pm and 4pm, School Days only on;

a.    The northeast side of Winchester Street commencing at a point 166 metres southeast of its intersection with Merivale Lane and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 123 metres.

5.    Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 3 minutes between the times of 8am and 9am, and between 2:30pm and 4pm, School Days only on;

a.    The southwest side of Papanui Road commencing at a distance 11 metres southeast of its intersection with Merivale Lane and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 33 metres.

6.    Revoke 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 resolutions 1-5 above.

7.    Approve that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road markings that evidence the restrictions described in the staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

8.    Request staff to urgently prepare a report with advice to enable the Board to consider installing parking restrictions on Peel Street, in response to the matters raised in the residents’ petition.

9.    Request staff to report back to the Board six months after the new restrictions are installed to provide an update on their effectiveness.

10.  Request the Chairperson to write to St Andrew’s College on behalf of the Board regarding reports of intimidating behaviour involving school traffic and inviting them to meet with the Board.

11.  Defer making a decision on the no-stopping restrictions on Akela Street, and request staff to report back to the Board as soon as feasible with advice on alternative options for Akela Street including making the street one-way (in the direction from Office Road towards Aikmans Road) to allow for the retention of more on-street parking. 

Aaron Keown/Shirish Paranjape                                                                                                                         Carried

James Gough and David Cartwright declared an interest in clauses 3b.-3g. (relating to Normans Road) and took no part in the debate or voting on those items.

 

 

11. Fendalton Waimairi Harewood Community Board 2022-23 Discretionary Response Fund Application - Marist Albion Rugby Club Inc

 

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2023/00007

Officer recommendations accepted without change.

Part C

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Approves a grant of $5,000 from its 2022-23 Discretionary Response Fund to the Marist Albion Rugby Club Inc towards the repairs to the roof of the changing sheds at South Hagley Park.

Aaron Keown/Linda Chen                                                                                                                                      Carried

 

12. New Zealand Community Boards' Executive Committee- Voting for Zone 5 Representative

 

Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Vote for one of the following candidates to represent Zone 5 at the Community Board Executive Committee.

a.         Sharn Nu’u – Malvern Community Board OR

b.         Simon Britten – Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central board OR

c.         Ross Munro – Pleasant Point Community Board

 

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2023/00008

Part C

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Vote for Sharn Nu’u to represent Zone 5 at the Community Board Executive Committee.

Aaron Keown/Shirish Paranjape                                                                                                                         Carried

 

 

13. Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Area Report - February 2023

 

Community Board Resolved FWHB/2023/00009

Officer recommendations accepted without change.

Part B

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Receive the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Area Report for February 2023.

2.         Note the Council's delegation to the Community Board regarding the appointment of representatives to the Riccarton Bush Trust and confirm the appointment of Shirish Paranjape as the Board's representative.

Jason Middlemiss/Shirish Paranjape                                                                                                                Carried

 

 

14. Elected Members’ Information Exchange Te Whakawhiti Whakaaro o Te Kāhui Amorangi

Part B

Board members exchanged information on matters of interest to the Board including:

·    The recent installation of a raised platform at an intersection on Blakes Road.

·    Maintenance issues at Nunweek Park

·    A discussion around whether a grass berm on Gardiners Road is a formal swale

·    Positive feedback received about the recent meeting with local businesses in Burnside to discuss safety issues.

·    Maintenance issues in the Northwood area.

 

14.1   Dunmurry Place - Street Tree

The Board noted a letter sent from a resident of Dunmurry Place to the Chief Executive requesting that a street tree be removed, and requested a decision report to consider the matter under the Council Tree Policy. 

 

 

Karakia Whakamutunga

 

Meeting concluded at 6.25pm.

 

CONFIRMED THIS 6TH DAY OF MARCH 2023

 

Bridget Williams

Chairperson


Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

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7.     Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Submissions Committee Minutes - 20 February 2023

Reference / Te Tohutoro:

23/244936

Report of / Te Pou Matua:

Aidan Kimberley, Community Board Advisor, Aidan.Kimberley@ccc.govt.nz

General Manager / Pouwhakarae:

Mary Richardson, General Manager Citizens & Community (Mary.Richardson@ccc.govt.nz)

 

 

1.   Purpose of Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

The Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Submissions Committee held a meeting on 20 February 2023 and is circulating the Minutes recorded to the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board for its information.

2.   Recommendation to Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board receives the Minutes from the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Submissions Committee meeting held 20 February 2023.

 

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.

Title

Reference

Page

A

Minutes Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Submissions Committee - 20 February 2023

23/233667

18

 

 

 

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Aidan Kimberley - Community Board Advisor

 

 


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Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

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8.     Public Transport Infrastructure Improvements along route 17

Reference / Te Tohutoro:

22/1514729

Report of / Te Pou Matua:

Sarah Thorne, Principal Advisor Public Transport Infrastructure (Sarah.Thorne@ccc.govt.nz)

General Manager / Pouwhakarae:

Jane Davis, General Manager Infrastructure, Planning & Regulatory Services (jane.davis@ccc.govt.nz)

 

 

1.   Nature of Decision or Issue and Report Origin

1.1       The purpose of this report is to seek approval from the Waimaero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board for the proposed infrastructure improvements for Route 17 and infrastructure improvements for it's extension out to the Christchurch International Airport (CIAL).
 
This report has been written to meet the outcomes agreed through the Greater Christchurch Public Transport Futures Combined Business Case (PT Futures), endorsed by Council on 10 December 2020.

1.2       On 12 September 2022 a similar report was presented to the Community Board with a proposal to upgrade the bus stop infrastructure along route 17. The following resolution was made:

Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board: Resolves to leave this report to lie on the table for consideration by the Board , to allow time for the Board to receive a briefing before the final decision.

A briefing was provided to the Community Board on 12 December 2022.

In addition to the bus stops discussed in the 12 September 2022 report, Council staff would also like the community board to consider changes to bus stops on Sheffield Crescent and Orchard Road (Attachment K).

1.3       The bus stops assessed for upgrades have been grouped into the following subsets;

·   Attachment K – Orchard Road and Sheffield Crescent

·   Attachment A - Wooldridge Road

·   Attachment B - Wairakei Road between Wooldridge Road and Greers Road

·   Attachment C - Wairakei Road (south west side) between Greers Road and Blighs Road

·   Attachment D - Wairakei Road and Strowan Road between Blighs Road and Heaton Street

·   Attachment E - Rossall Street

·   Attachment F - Carlton Mill Road

 

1.4       The upgrades include, but are not limited to; line marking, seats, shelters, footpaths, accessible kerbs and pedestrian crossing facilities in accordance with Attachments G and H.

1.5       Public transport is a key provision to support mode shift, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, traffic congestion and traffic crashes. Measures that promote the use of public transport help the Council achieve its strategic framework of providing a well-connected and accessible city promoting active public transport, as well as meeting the challenge of climate change through every means available.

1.6       The decisions in this report are of low significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.  The level of significance was determined by considering the criteria set out in the Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

 

2.   Officer Recommendations / Ngā Tūtohu

 

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board, as per Attachments K,  A,B, C, D, E and F attached to the agenda for this meeting, approve:

Bus stop 44169 – Opposite 38 Sheffield Crescent (Attachment K),

1.         Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Sheffield Crescent commencing at its intersection with Wairakei Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 19.5 metres.

b.         That the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of ten minutes on the west side of Sheffield Crescent commencing at a point 19 metres south of its intersection with Wairakei Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 11.5 metres.

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Sheffield Crescent commencing at a point 58 metres south of its intersection with Wairakei Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 5metres.

d.         That a bus stop be installed on the west side of Sheffield Crescent, commencing at a point 63 metres south of its intersection with Wairakei Road and extending in a southwest direction of a distance of 50 metres.

e.         That any previously approved resolutions on Sheffield Crescent from its intersection with Wairakei Road, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 113 metres, pertaining to parking and /or stopping restrictions, made pursuant to any bylaw or any Land Transport Rule, to the extent that they are in conflict with the parking and /or stopping restrictions described in recommendations 1a to 1d above, and the attached plan (TG135647, Issue 1, dated 07/02/2023), be revoked.

Bus stop 19714 – 31 Orchard Road (Attachment K)

2.         Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north west side of Orchard Road, commencing at a point 142 metres north east of its intersection with Memorial Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 12 metres;

b.         That a bus stop be installed on the north west side of Orchard Road, commencing at a point 154 metres north east of its intersection with Memorial Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 33 metres;

Bus stop 19722 – 38 Orchard Road (Attachment K)

3.         Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That a bus stop be installed on the south east side of Orchard Road, commencing at a point 160 metres north east of its intersection with Memorial Avenue and extending in a north east direction for a distance of 33 metres;

b.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south east side of Orchard Road, commencing at a point 193 metres north east of its intersection with Memorial Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 10 metres;

New bus stop – 45 Orchard Road (Attachment K)

4.         Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That a bus stop be installed on the north west side of Orchard Road, commencing at a point 44.5 metres south west of its intersection with Wairakei Road and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

5.         Pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974 (subject to approval of 4 above):

a.         The installation of a bus passenger shelter on the north west side of Orchard Road commencing at a point 44.5 metres south west of its intersection with Wairakei Road and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of approximately 3.6 metres. 

New bus stop – Opposite 45 Orchard Road (Attachment K)

6.         Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         A bus stop be installed on the south side of Orchard Road, commencing at a point 129 metres south west of its intersection with Wairakei Road and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

New bus stop - 281 Wooldridge Road (Attachment A)

7.         Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         A bus stop be installed on the west side of Wooldridge Road, commencing at a point 272 metres north of its intersection with Sir Angus Tait Drive and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14 metres;

New bus stop - 280 Wooldridge Road (Attachment A)

8.         Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the east side of Wooldridge Road, commencing at a point 310 metres south of its intersection with Harewood Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 76 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the east side of Wooldridge Road, commencing at a point 386 metres south of its intersection with Harewood Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the east side of Wooldridge Road, commencing at a point 400 metres south of its intersection with Harewood Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of five metres;

New bus stop - 215 Wooldridge Road (Attachment A)

9.         Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         A bus stop be installed on the west side of Wooldridge Road, commencing at a point 56 metres north of its intersection with Wairakei Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14 metres;

 

Bus stop 16499 - 501 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

10.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing at its intersection with Abros Place and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 14 metres west of its intersection with Abros Place and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 29 metres west of its intersection with Abros Place and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of five metres;

Bus stop 16481, pedestrian refuge and shelter– 490 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

11.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point five metres east of its intersection with Abros Place and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 31 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 36 metres east of its intersection with Abros Place and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 51 metres east of its intersection with Abros Place and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of five metres;

d.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing its intersection with Abros Place and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 75 metres;

12.       The road markings, signage and pedestrian refuge on Wairakei Road from its intersection with Abros Place to about 70 metres east of Abros place as detailed on the plan TG 141801, issue 1, dated 10/03/22, Waimairi Ward – Wairakei Road Near Abros Place (Bus stop #16481 & #16499) attached to this report as Attachment B.

13.       Pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974 (subject to approval of 0 above):

a.         The installation of a bus passenger shelter on the north side of Wairakei Road commencing at a point 44.5 metres east of its intersection with Abros Place and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of approximately 3.6 metres. 

Bus stop 16633 – 469 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

14.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing at its intersection with Todd Avenue and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 35 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 35 metres west of its intersection with Todd Avenue and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 50 metres west of its intersection with Todd Avenue and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of five metres;

Bus stop 16468 – 452 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

15.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the existing parking and stopping restriction on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 30 metres east of its intersection with Todd Avenue and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres be revoked;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the east side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 36 metres north of its intersection with Breens Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the east side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 51 metres north of its intersection with Breens Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 12 metres;

16.       Pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974 (subject to approval of 0 above):

a.         The installation of a bus passenger shelter on the east side of Wairakei Road (beside 450 Wairakei Road) commencing at a point 36 metres north of its intersection with Breens Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of approximately 3.6 metres. 

Bus stop 16554 – 442 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

17.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That a bus stop on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 40 metres south of its intersection with Breens Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres be revoked;

Bus stop 16596 - 417 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

18.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at its intersection with Westpark Drive and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of 16 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 16 metres north-west of its intersection with Westpark Drive and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 31 metres north-west of its intersection with Westpark Drive and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of 12 metres;

Bus stop #16622 and pedestrian refuge – 416 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

19.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north-east side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 13 metres north-west of its intersection with Charlcott Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 49 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the north-east side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 28 metres south-east of its intersection with Charlcott Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres; 

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north-east side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 43 metres south-east of its intersection with Charlcott Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of five metres;

d.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at its intersection with Charlcott Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 66 metres;

20.       The road markings, signage and pedestrian refuge on Wairakei Road from 18 metres north-west of its intersection with Charlcott Street to about 48 metres south-east of Charlcott Street as detailed on the plan TG 141801, issue 1, dated 10/03/22, Waimairi Ward – Wairakei Road Near Charlcott Street (Bus stop #16370 & #16622) attached to this report as Attachment B.

Bus stop 16370 - 405 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

21.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at its intersection with Charlcott Street and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of four metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point four metres north-west of its intersection with Charlcott Street and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 19 metres north-west of its intersection with Charlcott Street and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of five metres;

Bus stop 40212 – 367 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

22.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at its intersection with Kendal Avenue and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of 77 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 77 metres north-west of its intersection with Kendal Avenue and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 91 metres north-west of its intersection with Kendal Avenue and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of three metres;

Bus stop 40980 – 372 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

23.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north-east side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 81 metres south-east of its intersection with Farrington Avenue and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of six metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the north-east side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 87 metres south-east of its intersection with Farrington Avenue  and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 14 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north-east side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 95 metres south-east of its intersection with Farrington Avenue  and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of five metres;

24.       Pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974:

a.         The installation of a bus passenger shelter on the north-east side of Wairakei Road (beside 374 Wairakei Road) commencing at a point approximately 94 metres south-east of its intersection with Farrington Avenue and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of approximately 3.6 metres. 

Bus stop 16045 - 341 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

25.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 69 metres east of its intersection with Spalding Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 84 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 8 metres west of its intersection with Spalding Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 23 metres west of its intersection with Spalding Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of five metres;

 Bus stop #16531 – 346 Wairakei Road (Attachment B)

26.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the east side of Spalding Street, commencing at its intersection with Wairakei Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of ten metres;

b.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at its intersection with Spalding Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 26 metres;

c.         A bus stop be installed on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 26 metres east of its intersection with Spalding Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

d.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 41 metres east of its intersection with Spalding Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of five metres;

27.       The road markings, signage and pedestrian refuge on Wairakei Road from 7 metres west of its intersection with Spalding Street to about 52 metres east of Spalding Street as detailed on the plan TG 141801, issue 1, dated 10/03/22, Waimairi Ward –Wairakei Road near Spalding Street (Bus stop #16531 & #16045) attached to this report as Attachment B.

Bus stop #16614 – 275 Wairakei Road (Attachment C)

28.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at its intersection with Greers Road and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 57 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 57 metres south-east of its intersection with Greers Road and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 72 metres south-east of its intersection with Greers Road  and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 20 metres;

Bus stop 43164 - 215 Wairakei Road (Attachment C)

29.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 13 metres north-west of its intersection with Jennifer Street and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of 10 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 23 metres north-west of its intersection with Jennifer Street and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of 13 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 36 metres north-west of its intersection with Jennifer Street and extending in a north-westerly direction for a distance of five metres;

Bus stop 43155 - 131 Wairakei Road (Attachment C)

30.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         A bus stop be installed on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 18 metres south-east of its intersection with Pitcairn Crescent and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

b.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 33 metres south-east of its intersection with Pitcairn Crescent and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 12 metres;

Bus stop #16124 – 91 Wairakei Road (Attachment D)

31.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         A bus stop be installed on the west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 23 metres south of its intersection with Blighs Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

b.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 38 metres south of its intersection with Blighs Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of nine metres;

Bus stop #16107 – 55 Wairakei Road (Attachment D)

32.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         A bus stop be installed on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 20 metres west of its intersection with Chislehurst Place and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres;

b.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 34 metres west of its intersection with Chislehurst Place  and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;


 

Bus stop 16260 – 30 Wairakei Road (Attachment D)

33.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 102 metres west of its intersection with Westholme Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of five metres; 

b.         A bus stop be installed on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 107 metres west of its intersection with Westholme Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north side of Wairakei Road, commencing at a point 122 metres west of its intersection with Westholme Street  and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 22 metres;

Bus stop #16605 – 52 Strowan Road (Attachment D)

34.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the east side of Strowan Road, commencing at a point 23 metres south of its intersection with Normans Road  and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 17 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the west side of Strowan Road, commencing at a point 40 metres south of its intersection with Normans Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the east side of Strowan Road, commencing at a point 55 metres south of its intersection with Normans Road  and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of ten metres;

Bus stop 16084 – 41 Strowan Road (Attachment D)

35.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Strowan Road, commencing at a point 51 metres north of its intersection with Lloyd Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the west side of Strowan Road, commencing at a point 66 metres north of its intersection with Lloyd Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Strowan Road, commencing at a point 81 metres north of its intersection with Lloyd Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of five metres;

Bus stop #16577 – 192 Rossall Street (Attachment E)

36.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north-east side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 58 metres south-east of its intersection with Heaton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 11 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the north-east side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 69 metres south-east of its intersection with Heaton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north-east side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 84 metres south-east of its intersection with Heaton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of five metres;

Bus stop 16078 - 131 Rossall Street (Attachment E)

37.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 53 metres south-east of its intersection with Heaton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of five metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south-west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 58 metres south-east of its intersection with Heaton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south-west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 73 metres south-east of its intersection with Heaton Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 12 metres;

Bus stop #16583 – 176 Rossall Street (Attachment E)

38.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north-east side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 15 metres north of its intersection with Aikmans Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of six metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the north-east side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 21 metres north of its intersection with Aikmans Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north-east side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 36 metres north of its intersection with Aikmans Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 12 metres;

Bus stop #16050 – 91 Rossall Street (Attachment E)

39.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 20 metres south of its intersection with Fulton Avenue  and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of five metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 25 metres south of its intersection with Fulton Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 40 metres south of its intersection with Fulton Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 12 metres;

Bus stop #16273 – 132 Rossall Street (Attachment E)

40.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the east side of Rossall Street, commencing at its intersection with Office Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 24 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the east side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 24 metres south of its intersection with Office Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the east side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 39 metres south of its intersection with Office Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of five metres;

Bus stop #10687– 37 Rossall Street (Attachment E)

41.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 30 metres south of its intersection with Holmwood Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of five metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 35 metres south of its intersection with Holmwood Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 50 metres south of its intersection with Holmwood Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 13 metres;

Bus stop #11516 - 17 Rossall Street (Attachment E)

42.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Rossall Street, commencing at its intersection with Rhodes Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 40 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 40 metres south of its intersection with Rhodes Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 55 metres south of its intersection with Rhodes Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 12 metres;

Bus stop #16362– 20 Rossall Street (Attachment E)

43.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         A bus stop be installed on the east side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 20 metres south of its intersection with Rhodes Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

b.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the east side of Rossall Street, commencing at a point 35 metres south of its intersection with Rhodes Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of five metres;

Bus stop #10948 – 18 Carlton Mill Road (Attachment F)

44.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 25.5 metres west of its intersection with Cheltenham Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 12 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 37.5 metres west of its intersection with Cheltenham Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 52.5 metres west of its intersection with Cheltenham Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of five metres;

d.         That the existing parking and stopping restriction on the south side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 57.5 metres west of its intersection with Cheltenham Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 22 metres be revoked;

Bus stop 16358 - 55 Carlton Mill Road (Attachment F)

45.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 20 metres west of its intersection with Cheltenham Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of five metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the north side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 25 metres west of its intersection with Cheltenham Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 40 metres west of its intersection with Cheltenham Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 12 metres;

Bus stop 10660 - 66 Carlton Mill Road (Attachment F)

46.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 86 metres east of its intersection with Exeter Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of seven metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the south side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 93 metres east of its intersection with Exeter Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 108 metres east of its intersection with Exeter Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of six metres;

Bus stop 16343 - 73 Carlton Mill Road (Attachment F)

47.       Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017:

a.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 33 metres east of its intersection with Exeter Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 11 metres;

b.         A bus stop be installed on the north side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 44 metres east of its intersection with Exeter Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 14 metres;

c.         That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the north side of Carlton Mill Road, commencing at a point 58 metres east of its intersection with Exeter Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 13 metres;

48.       That 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 clauses 1 – 0 above are revoked.

49.       That these resolutions take effect when the traffic control devices that evidence the restrictions described in clauses 1 – 0 above are in place.

 

3.   Reason for Report Recommendations / Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

Background

3.1       In December 2020 Elected Members formally endorsed the Greater Christchurch Public Transport Combined Business Case (PT Futures) as a strategy for public transport in Greater Christchurch. This includes supporting increased bus frequency on routes 17 and 28 by providing bus stop, bus shelter and real time information (RTI) infrastructure.

3.2       The recommendations in this report, combined with increased bus frequencies, recently approved by ECan, meet the PT Futures Business Case objectives which are to:

·   Improve journey time and reliability of Public Transport services relative to private vehicles by 2028

·   Improve Public Transport services to and from highly populated/growth areas and key destinations across Greater Christchurch by 2028

·   Remove barriers to the uptake of Public Transport by 2028

3.3       Meeting these objectives are expected to deliver the following key benefits:

·   More people using the bus network

·   More households can access the city centre within 30 minutes by bus

·   More people living within a five-minute walk of a high frequency bus route

·   Reduction in car travel, resulting in CO2 emissions reduction

3.4       Measures that promote the use of public transport help the Council achieve its community outcomes and strategic framework of providing a well-connected and accessible city promoting active and public transport, as well as meeting the challenge of climate change through every means available.

3.5       Environment Canterbury has approved the network changes to bus routes 17 and 28 to create a new high frequency ‘Port-to-Port’ route and a ‘Northwood to Huntsbury’ route at its 542nd meeting of the Canterbury Regional Council held on Wednesday, 13 April 2022.

3.6       The new Port-to-Port route will start at Lyttelton Port, and will continue through Heathcote, Opawa and Waltham to the Bus Interchange. The northern end will travel up Wairakei Road with an extension to Orchard Road, finishing at Christchurch Airport.

3.7       ECan will also be increasing the bus frequency along the Port-to-Port’ route. Increasing bus frequency improves usability and accessibility because the waiting times between services is reduced. A fifteen-minute frequency has four buses passing each stop every hour, compared with two buses an hour at a 30-minute frequency. This improves the attractiveness of the service.

3.8       The existing 17 and 28 services predominantly operate to 30-minute frequency weekdays and up to hourly over the weekends which means customers currently need to pre-plan their journeys.

3.9       The new Port-to-Port service will have increased frequencies of 15 minutes during weekdays until 6pm, 20 minutes on Saturdays and 30 minutes on Sundays. This increase will make this service a high frequency, core route. The service will be more direct and will connect major trip generators such as the Airport and Lyttelton Port (with its connection to the outer bays of Lyttelton Harbour). A two-year trial was also approved to changes to the Port-to-Port route providing improved access on weekdays to Ara Institute of Canterbury.

Proposed infrastructure improvements on Orchard Road and Sheffield Crescent (Attachment K)

3.10    The new Port-to-Port route will no longer terminate at Sheffield Crescent. The bus will now travel onto Wooldridge Road and continue along Harewood Road and Orchard Road and terminate at the airport.

3.11    Therefore the terminus at Sheffield Crescent is proposed to be reduced in length so that it only accommodates three terminated buses. Currently it accommodates four buses, one being for route 17.  If the terminus is reduced, there will be a gain of two unrestricted parking spaces along the west side of Sheffield Crescent between the bus box and the P10 parking spaces.  The line marking will be updated when the new Port to Port route is implemented.

3.12    It is also proposed to extend the bus boxes at both bus stops outside the International Antarctic Centre on Orchard Road so that they can accommodate two buses at once. This will make it possible for Route 125 to use the stop as a timing point, while also leaving enough room for the new Port to Port bus stop to pick up and drop off passengers.

3.13    The implementation of the Port to Port route later this year will result in Route 125 no longer serving the airport. This decision has been made by ECan due to space constraints at the airport, which will prevent Route 125 from using the airport stops in conjunction with the addition of the Port to Port route.

3.14    The following new bus stops have been recommended for Orchard Road to service the route extension:

·   45 Orchard Road – International Antarctic Centre

·   Opposite 45 Orchard Road – International Antarctic Centre

 

3.15    Council staff are also working with CIAL staff on the design, approval and implementation of other bus stops on Orchard Road. However, no report will need to be presented to the Community Board as the proposed bus stops are within the on-campus roading network of CIAL.

Proposed infrastructure improvements on Wooldridge Road (Attachment A)

3.16    The following new bus stops have been recommended for Wooldridge Road to service the route extension:

·   281 Wooldridge Road

·   280 Wooldridge Road

·   215 Wooldridge Road

 

3.17    Staff are also investigating bus stop locations at the intersection of Wooldridge Road and Harewood Road in conjunction with the Wheels to Wings – Papanui ki Waiwhetū cycleway. A separate report will be presented to the Community Board once this has been finalised.

Proposed infrastructure improvements on Wairakei Road between Wooldridge Road and Greers Road (Attachment B)

3.18    The infrastructure improvements on Wairakei Road between Wooldridge Road and Greers Road (Attachment B) are proposed in accordance with Attachments G and H.

3.19    The following pedestrian refuges have been proposed on Wairakei Road between Wooldridge Road and Greers Road to improve pedestrian accessibility at bus stops.

·   Wairakei Road, south-east of Abros Place

·   Wairakei Road, south-east of Charlcott Street

·   Bus stop 16370 is currently outside 401 Wairakei Road and is unmarked. The new bus stop is proposed to be relocated to outside 405 Wairakei Road due to the design of the pedestrian refuge.

·   Wairakei Road, east of Spalding Street, bus stop 16045 is currently outside 339 Wairakei Road and is unmarked. The new bus stop is proposed to be relocated to outside 341 Wairakei Road due to the design of the pedestrian refuge and be marked.

3.20    Bus stop 16554 (currently beside 442 Wairakei Road) is proposed to be removed for the following reasons;

·   The bus stop is situated after a bend in the road making it difficult for bus passengers to see an approaching bus.

·   The driveway of 442 Wairakei Road is within 9 metres of the top of the bus box. This means that bus passengers may be getting on and off the bus on a driveway.

·   Consultation to relocate the bus stop to 436 Wairakei Road was undertaken as part of the Port-to-Port consultation.  However due to consultation responses, staff decided not to proceed with this option.

·   There was no suitable location for a shelter at 442 Wairakei Road which provided good sight lines for approaching buses.

·   There are bus stops 190 metres north and 175 metres south, so the removal of the bus stop will consolidate the number of bus stops in the area.

·   A reduction of the number of stops along this section of Wairakei Road means that the buses will be more reliable as it has to stop less.

3.21    Bus stop 16468 (currently beside 460 Wairakei Road) is proposed to be relocated to beside 450 Wairakei Road so that passengers accessing public transport from Breens Road do not have longer to walk due to the removal of bus stop 16554.  A shelter is also proposed at this relocated bus stop as per the criteria in Attachment G.

Proposed infrastructure improvements on Wairakei Road (south-west side) between Greers Road and Blighs Road (Attachment C)

3.22    The infrastructure improvements on Wairakei Road (south-west side) between Greers Road and Blighs Road are proposed in accordance with Attachments G and H.

Proposed infrastructure improvements on Wairakei Road and Strowan Road between Blighs Road and Heaton Street (Attachment D)

3.23    The infrastructure improvements on Wairakei Road and Strowan Road between Blighs Road and Heaton Street are proposed in accordance with Attachments G and H.

3.24    Bus stop 16260 (currently beside 15/126 Idris Road on Wairakei Road) is proposed to be relocated to 30 Wairakei Road.  This will provide a lead-in area for buses to pull into the bus stop close and parallel to the kerb. 

Proposed infrastructure improvements on Rossall Street (Attachment E)

3.25    The infrastructure improvements on Rossall Street are proposed in accordance with Attachments G and H.

Proposed infrastructure improvements on Carlton Mill Road (Attachment F)

3.26    The infrastructure improvements on Carlton Mill Road are proposed in accordance with Attachments G and H.

3.27    Bus stop 10948 (currently beside 16 Carlton Mill Road) is proposed to be relocated to 18 Carlton Mill Road. This was due to a request made by the residents at 18 Carlton Mill Road to improve the sight lines of vehicles exiting their driveway. Currently, parked cars to the east of their driveway obstruct visibility of westbound traffic on Carlton Mill Road. In addition, the front door section of the current bus stop box coincide with a redundant vehicle crossing which makes it difficult for people with limited mobility or with prams/strollers to board the bus.

Proposed infrastructure improvements – general comments

3.28    The advantages vary between each bus stop and are discussed above. Attachment G also provides a general overview of the advantages of public transport infrastructure.

3.29    The disadvantages also vary between each of the bus stops but generally are:

·   The loss of parking spaces.

·   The financial cost of shifting bus stops, installing new bus stops and all the associated improvements.

 

4.   Alternative Options Considered / Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

4.1       Option 2 – Do nothing and no bus stop improvements will be undertaken and the existing bus stop infrastructure remain as is. This means that:

·   There will be no new bus stops on the new route extension to the Christchurch Airport.

·   The majority of the bus stops are not line marked to Council’s standard (Attachment H). Some have no line marking whilst others have a bus box (sometimes undersized) and with no ‘no stopping’ restrictions before and after the bus box. This means buses are unable to pull up close and parallel to the kerb, which creates a barrier for people to catch the bus. 

4.2       No improvements to pedestrian accessibility to public transport.

5.   Detail / Te Whakamahuki

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.1       Consultation started on 22 March and ran until 12 April 2022. An email was sent to 67 key stakeholders, including Resident Associations, Christchurch International Airport Limited, Metro Bus, Waka Kotahi, Lyttelton Port Company and 31 schools. We also emailed submitters from Environment Canterbury’s (ECan) initial consultation on the route review, who indicated they would like to be contacted when we opened our consultation.

5.2       Consultation documents were delivered to 1049 affected properties on 22 March. Documents were also available in local service centres.

5.3       The consultation was posted on the Council Facebook page as well as ten community pages inviting submissions on the Have Your Say webpage.

5.4       Corflute signs were installed at each of the 110 bus stops along the route.

5.5       A Newsline article was posted on 22 March 2022 which shared the consultation.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.6       In total, one recognised organisation, four businesses and 126 residents made submissions. All submissions are available on Council’s Have Your Say Page.

Note: not all submitters commented on each question

5.7       Please see Attachment I for the full consultation analysis. 

5.8       Some seats have been included in the proposal based on the submissions. A seat has been added to the following bus stop:

·   Bus stop 16066 (88 Rossall Street)

Further Public Consultation  

5.9       Further consultation was undertaken following ECan’s decision to extend route 17 out to the airport and to respond to the community consultation carried out in March 2022.  Consultation started on the 15 June and was open until 29 June 2022. We sent letters out to residents and owners in the vicinity of the bus stops and sent emails to ECan and GoBus for their feedback.

5.10    The following bus stops were consulted on:

·   New bus stop - 281 Wooldridge Road

·   New bus stop - 280 Wooldridge Road

·   New bus stop - 215 Wooldridge Road

·   Relocation of bus stop 16468 to 450-452 Wairakei Road, shelter at 450 Wairakei Road

·   Removal of bus stop 16554 at 442 Wairakei Road

 

5.11    Please see Attachment J for the full consultation comments and staff responses from the further consultation that was undertaken in June 2022.

5.12    Bus stop 16343 outside 73 Carlton Mill Road was consulted on separately as part of a proposed parking restrictions scheme. Consultation started on 23 November 2021 until 21 December 2021. Letters were sent out to affected residents and owners along Carlton Mill Road. Four responses were received and they were all in favour of the proposed parking restrictions. Staff are still in discussions with residents pertaining to the proposed parking restrictions however, it is proposed that the line marking for bus stop 16343 be included as part of this public transport infrastructure improvements along route 17 project.

5.13    For the proposed changes to the bus stop terminus on Sheffield Crescent, staff carried out consultation with ECan on the 5 January 2023. Staff also considered the results of the community consultation that was carried out during the original extension of the bus stop terminus. These considerations ensure that the proposed changes align with the needs and expectations of the community.

5.14    Consultation for the Orchard Road bus stops outside the International Antarctic Centre started on the 16 January 2023 and ran for two weeks. An email was sent to CIAL, International Antarctic Centre, US Antarctic Program Clothing and Antarctica New Zealand. An email was also sent to our stakeholder groups; the Accessibility reference group (ARG) and the Public Transport stakeholder reference group (PTSRG).

5.15    Consultation for the Orchard Road bus stops near Wairakei Road occurred with CIAL and ECan in late 2022 through ongoing discussions.

Summary of issues raised on Sheffield Crescent and Orchard Road (Attachment K)

5.16    CIAL has expressed satisfaction with the proposed changes along Orchard Road near the Antarctic Centre and Wairakei Road. However, they have raised a concern regarding the unrestricted parking on Orchard Road outside the Antarctic Centre. Given the high volume of vehicles passing through the Memorial Ave/Orchard Rd roundabout, particularly at high speeds, CIAL believes that buses may stop traffic flow to manoeuvre into the bus stop which could pose a dangerous situation and exacerbate existing traffic issues in the area.

5.17    Council staff believe that there is sufficient space for buses to turn into the bus stop safely. However the issue of removing parking along Orchard Road has been referred to an area engineer for further investigation.

5.18    Environment Canterbury have approved the proposed changes to Sheffield Crescent.

Summary of issues raised on Wooldridge Road (Attachment A)

5.19    We received no objections for the proposed bus stop at 215 Wooldridge Road.

5.20    Staff received one support and two objections from residents for the proposed bus stops beside 280 and 281 Wooldridge Road. The objections for the proposed bus stops are due to increased difficulty in backing into their property, unnecessary cost due to lack of residents who would utilise the bus, loss of parking, narrow width of the road and the current traffic volume especially during sporting events and at peak periods.

Summary of issues raised on Wairakei Road between Wooldridge Road and Greers Road (Attachment B)

5.21    Staff originally consulted on relocating bus stop 16554 to 436 Wairakei Road and installing a shelter. Staff received an objection to the bus passenger shelter and bus stop due to increased difficulty in exiting their property, loss of parking and the shelter blocking visibility.

5.22    Due to this objection, staff re-consulted on the consolidation of bus stop 16468 and 16554 to 450-452 Wairakei Road and a proposed shelter at 450 Wairakei Road. We received one objection for the proposed relocation of bus stop due to loss of parking.

5.23    Summary of issues raised on Wairakei Road (south west side) between Greers Road and Blighs Road (Attachment C)

5.24    There were no issues raised by residents along Wairakei Road (south west side) between Greers Road and Blighs Road.  Further investigation is required for requests for additional pedestrian refuges and shelters.

Summary of issues raised on Wairakei Road and Strowan Road between Blighs Road and Heaton Street (Attachment D)

5.25    Staff received support from one resident to the relocation of bus stop 16260 as they believe it will reduce the conflict between motorists and cyclists on Wairakei Road.

5.26    Staff received a request for a shelter at bus stop 16764.  This bus stop does not meet the criteria for a shelter set out in Attachment G. However we will monitor this bus stop and if passenger numbers increase we will add it to the shelter installation program.

5.27    A pedestrian crossing was requested for bus stop 16084 and 16605 near 38 Strowan Road. Improved pedestrian crossing facilities are under investigation.

Summary of issues raised on Rossall Street (Attachment E)

5.28    There were no issues raised by residents along Rossall Street. 

5.29    A pedestrian refuge was requested between 37B Rosall Street and 20 Rossall Street. At the moment, no pedestrian refuge is being considered as there is a pedestrian refuge nearby at 33 Rossall Street.

5.30    A pedestrian refuge and shelter was requested for bus stop 16583 on Rossall Street near Leinster Road.  It does not meet the criteria for a shelter and there is an existing pedestrian refuge just west of the Leinster Road. A pedestrian refuge is under further investigation south of the bus stop.

5.31    A shelter was requested for bus stop 10687. This bus stop does not meet the criteria for a shelter and a seat is being installed at this location.

5.32    Bus stop 16362 received support for the addition of the hardstand area.

Summary of issues raised on Carlton Mill Road (Attachment F)

5.33    There were no issues raised by residents along Carlton Mill Road.  Further investigation is required for a potential pedestrian crossing facility near 37 Carlton Mill Road.

5.34    The decision affects the following wards/Community Board areas:

·   Waimaero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

6.   Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic Alignment /Te Rautaki Tīaroaro

6.1       Council’s Strategic Framework is a key consideration in guiding the recommendations in this report. The recommendations in this report help achieve the:

·   Community outcome of a well-connected and accessible city promoting active and public transport, and

·   Strategic priorities of meeting the challenge of climate change through every means available.

6.2       This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2021 - 2031):

6.2.1   Activity: Transport

·     Level of Service: 10.4.4 Improve user satisfaction of public transport facilities (number and quality of shelters and quality of bus stop) - >=72% resident satisfaction

Policy Consistency / Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3       The decision is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.4       The decision does not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land or a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision does specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

6.5       The decision does not involve a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and will not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga.

Climate Change Impact Considerations / Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.6       Greater investment in public transport provides a more attractive mode choice that reduces reliance on high-emission, single occupant vehicles.

6.7       Enhancing our bus service to become more reliable, with more frequent and efficient trips, will encourage more people to shift modes.

Accessibility Considerations / Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.8       Improvements to the overall length of the bus stop, including the no stopping restrictions leading into and out of the bus box will provide buses the necessary space to pull into the stop, stopping parallel and close to the kerb, and to safely pull out of the stop to merge into the traffic lane. Buses stopping parallel to the kerb provides inclusive access as it decreases the step height or ramp gradient for people boarding or alighting the bus. This is particularly important for people with limited mobility or with prams/strollers.

6.9       Tactile ground surface indicators provide visual and sensory information about the road environment. They assist people with vision impairment to access the bus from the adjoining footpath by directing people to where the front door of the bus will be and warning people of the kerb and potential hazard beyond. We are intending to install tactile pavers at all bus stops which have 5 or more passenger boarding per day or in areas with lots of pedestrian activity.  This criteria was determined after consultation with Blind Low Vision NZ.

6.10    The kerb forms a critical interface between the bus and the passenger. Many bus stops have been shifted to ensure that the front or back door of the bus aligns with a kerb as opposed to a driveway, providing a clear and safe delineation between the road surface and the waiting area for bus passengers. Kerbs also reduce the step height which facilitates quicker, safer and more comfortable boarding and alighting times.  Kerbs also reduce the gradient of a deployed ramp.

6.11    To allow for both the safe and convenient movement of pedestrians along the footpath and for an adequate waiting area for bus passengers, a minimum 9 metres of hardstand area where possible (measured from the front of the bus box which is also free of fixed obstacles) is proposed to be provided at the bus stops. 

7.   Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

7.1       The figures below provide the construction estimates for each type of bus stop upgrade;

Bus stop upgrades

Construction estimate

Bus stops with shelters

$25,000 to $35,000

Bus stops with seats

$6,000 to $10,000

Bus stops with line marking

$2,000 to $6,000

Pedestrian refuges

$40,000 to $75,000

 

7.2       The total cost of bus stop improvements is $444,500. The cost estimates includes construction cost and all associated design, consultation and supervision cost. The cost estimates also allow for a 10% contingency.

7.3       For each subset of bus stops, the following construction estimates are provided:

K.    Sheffield Crescent and Orchard Road – $60 000

A.  Wooldridge Road - $9,500

B.  Wairakei Road between Wooldridge Road and Greers Road - $240,000

C.  Wairakei Road (south west side) between Greers Road and Blighs Road - $25,000

D.  Wairakei Road and Strowan Road between Blighs Road and Heaton Street - $35,000

E.  Rossall Street - $65,000

F.   Carlton Mill Road - $10,000

 

7.4       If approved, all recommendations will be constructed within 12 months, dependant on the contractor’s availability. The works will be funded out of the Traffic Operations, Capital Expenditure budgets for bus stops; seating and shelter installations as well as the bus stop renewals budget.

7.5       Maintenance/Ongoing costs - Transport Unit Operational Expenditure budget, includes maintenance of bus stop infrastructure, which may cost on average approximately $200 annually per bus stop.

8.   Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

Statutory power to undertake proposals in the report Te Manatū Whakahaere Kaupapa

8.1       Part 1, Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install stopping, standing and parking restrictions by resolution.

8.2       The Community Board have delegated authority from the Council to exercise the delegations as set out in the Register of Delegations. The list of delegations for the Community Boards includes the resolution of stopping, standing and parking restrictions, traffic islands and traffic restraints, and traffic control devices.

8.3       The legal consideration is that the installation of any signs and/or markings associated with traffic control devices must comply with the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Legal implications relating to bus passenger shelters

8.4       Under Section 339 of the Local Government Act 1974, the Council may erect on the footpath of any road, a shelter for use by intending public transport passengers or small passenger service vehicle passengers provided that no such shelter may be erected so as to unreasonably prevent access to any land having a frontage to the road. The Council is required to give notice in writing to the occupier and owner of property likely to be injuriously affected by the erection of the shelter, and shall not proceed with the erection of the shelter until after the expiration of the time for objecting against the proposal or, in the event of an objection, until after the objection has been determined.

8.5       Staff confirm the shelters will not prevent vehicular or pedestrian access to any land having a frontage to the road.

8.6       The relevant Community Boards have delegated authority from the Council to exercise the delegations as set out in the Register of Delegations. The list of delegations for the Community Boards includes the resolution of bus passenger shelters under Section 339 (1) of the Local Government Act 1974.

8.7       Where no objection to the shelter has been presented by the owner or occupier of an affected property, staff present a decision making report directly to the relevant Community Board.

8.8       Where an objection has been presented by the owner or occupier of an affected property, staff present a decision making report to a Hearings Panel. The Hearings Panel then assess the objection against the criterion as outlined in Section 339 of the Act and make recommendations to the relevant Community Board. The Community Board will then determine the outcome of the objections in accordance with criterion outlined in Section 339 of the Local Government Act 1974.

8.9       Section 339 of the Local Government Act requires that resolution of the proposed shelter will require a separate decision of a Council Hearings Panel that will hear the objections of the immediate owner (s) and occupier (s) of bordering properties.

Other Legal Implications Ētahi atu Hīraunga-ā-Ture

8.10    There is no legal context, issue or implication relevant to this decision.

8.11    This specific report has not been reviewed and approved by the Legal Services Unit however the report has been written using a general approach previously approved of by the Legal Services Unit, and the recommendations are consistent with the policy and legislative framework outlined in sections 8.1 – 8.9.

9.   Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

9.1       Should the Community Board proceed with the ‘Do Nothing’ option (Option 2 of this report), many of the existing bus stops will not be marked to Council’s standard which will affect the operation of the Port-to-Port service as there may be vehicles impeding access into the bus stops. In addition, there will be no new bus stops on the new route extension. With no investment in improving the public transport facilities to the community, it will be difficult to increase public transport patronage. 

 

 

Attachments / Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.

Title

Reference

Page

a

Attachment A - Bus stops on Wooldridge Road

23/195343

46

b

Attachment B - Bus stops on Wairakei Road between Wooldridge Road and Greers Road

23/195345

48

c

Attachment C - Bus stops on Wairakei Road (south-west side) between Greers Road and Blighs Road

23/195347

55

d

Attachment D - Bus stops on Wairakei Road and Strowan Road between Blighs Road and Heaton Street

23/195348

58

e

Attachment E - Bus stops on Rossall Street

23/195349

62

f

Attachment F - Bus stops on Carlton Mill Road

23/195350

67

g

Attachment G - Public Transport Infrastructure Explained

22/841792

70

h

Attachment H - Bus stop standard detailed design

22/841793

73

i

Attachment I - Consultation Analysis

22/1122348

74

j

Attachment J - Feedback from further consultation in June 2022

22/1071159

78

k

Attachment K - Bus stops on Sheffield Crescent and Orchard Road

23/195339

80

 

 

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

 

 

 

 

Confirmation of Statutory Compliance / Te Whakatūturutanga ā-Ture

Compliance with Statutory Decision-making Requirements (ss 76 - 81 Local Government Act 2002).

(a) This report contains:

(i)  sufficient information about all reasonably practicable options identified and assessed in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and

(ii) adequate consideration of the views and preferences of affected and interested persons bearing in mind any proposed or previous community engagement.

(b) The information reflects the level of significance of the matters covered by the report, as determined in accordance with the Council's significance and engagement policy.

 

 

 

Signatories / Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Sarah Thorne - Principal Advisor Public Transport Infrastructure

Approved By

Katie Smith - Team Leader Traffic Operations

Stephen Wright - Manager Operations (Transport)

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

 

 


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9.     Merrin Street/Avonhead Road/Grahams Road intersection safety improvements

Reference / Te Tohutoro:

23/130181

Report of / Te Pou Matua:

Georgia Greene, Traffic Engineer, Georgia.Greene@ccc.govt.nz
Gautham Praburam, Traffic Engineer, Gautham.Praburam@ccc.govt.nz

General Manager / Pouwhakarae:

Jane Davis, General Manager Infrastructure, Planning & Regulatory Services (jane.davis@ccc.govt.nz)

 

 

1.   Nature of Decision or Issue and Report Origin

1.1       The purpose of this report is for the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board to approve a proposal for safety improvements at the Merrin Street, Avonhead Road, and Grahams Road roundabout.

1.2       This report has been written in response to concerns raised by students at Merrin School Ngā Whetū Kohara, and from community requests to address safety issues at this location.

1.3       The decisions in this report are of low significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by the low level of impact and low number of people affected by the recommended decision.

1.4       The community engagement and consultation outlined in this report reflect the assessment.

1.5       The recommended option is to implement the proposed changes in accordance with Attachment A.

 

2.   Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic calming and road markings at the intersection of Avonhead Road, Merrin Street, and Grahams Road, as detailed on plan TG140710 and Attachment A of the report.

2.         Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on;

a.         The north side of Merrin Street, commencing at its intersection with Avonhead Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 38 metres.

b.         The south side of Merrin Street, commencing at its intersection with Avonhead Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 41 metres.

c.         The west side of Avonhead Road, commencing at its intersection with Merrin Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 35 metres.

d.         The east side of Avonhead Road, commencing at its intersection with Grahams Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 42 metres.

e.         The north side of Grahams Road, commencing at its intersection with Avonhead Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 44 metres.

f.          The south side of Grahams Road, commencing at its intersection with Avonhead Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 44 metres.

g.         The east side of Avonhead Road, commencing at its intersection with Grahams Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 43 metres.

h.         The west side of Avonhead Road, commencing at its intersection with Merrin Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 37 metres.

3.         Revoke any previous resolutions pertaining to parking restrictions made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the parking restrictions described in resolutions 1 and 2 above.

4.         Approve that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road markings that evidence the restrictions described in the staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

 

3.   Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1       Recommendations outlined in this report will help improve the safety issues raised by Merrin School and the surrounding community.  Many of the issues identified by the school children are regarding the intersection being difficult to navigate for children walking, cycling, and scooting to school.

3.2       It is proposed to install kerb build outs to narrow the crossing width for pedestrians and wider islands to accommodate pedestrian crossing demands.  It is also proposed to install raised speed humps to reduce vehicle speeds as they approach the roundabout and pedestrian crossing points.

3.3       The recommendations will help to achieve the desired community outcome of a well-connected and accessible city through improved road safety.

3.4       This project supports the forthcoming School Speed Zone changes to be consulted on later this year.

 

4.   Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

Do nothing

4.1       The advantages of this option include:

4.1.1   No cost to Council

4.2       The disadvantages of this option include:

4.2.1   Does not address the identified safety issues at this location.

4.2.2   Does not address the concerns raised by the school children.

4.2.3   Does not support safer outcomes for all users at this intersection.

5.   Detail Te Whakamahuki

5.1       Improving safety on local roads in Christchurch is a priority for Council.  Providing safe infrastructure is key to ensure people get to where they are going safely regardless of how they are travelling.

5.2       The Avonhead Road/Merrin Road/ Grahams Road intersection is a busy intersection used by many people travelling to school or work, to the surrounding parks and also visiting the Avonhead Mall. There are also bus stops close to the intersection.

5.3       Safety concerns at the Merrin Street/Avonhead Road/Grahams Road roundabout were raised by the public through the Community Board and by Merrin Primary School through their school travel plan.

5.4       The Waka Kotahi Crash Analysis System (CAS) was used to gain an understanding of any underlying safety issues at this location. There have been 12 recorded crashes within 50 metres of this intersection since 2013, these included seven involving a person riding a bicycle. Five of these resulted in minor injury to the person on the bicycle.

5.5       People riding bicycles through the intersection along with people walking and scooting are more vulnerable to serious injury. The installation of raised speed humps and the improvements to the roundabout geometry are designed to result in slower speeds at the roundabout. Slower speeds will provide more time for all users to observe each other and avoid conflicts resulting in a significant reduction to the likelihood of crashes and also, in the unfortunate event crashes do occur, less severe injuries. The combination of the traffic calming and the sharrow (cycles share the lane) markings are designed to provide conditions for people riding to take the lane and be much more visible to traffic.

Community Views and Preferences Ngā mariu ā-Hāpori

5.6       Staff visited 19 directly affected properties and spoke with nine residents on Monday 13 February 2023. Letters outlining the proposed changes and how to provide feedback by Friday 17 February were left in the letterbox of residents who were not home. Staff also contacted Merrin School.

5.7       At the time of writing this report, staff received feedback from six residents in person and one by email. All seven stated that they were happy with the proposed changes and made comments about the issues they had seen at the roundabout.

5.8       Merrin School were unable to provide comment at the time of writing this report. Their feedback will be presented at the Community Board meeting along with any further feedback from the community.

6.   Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic AlignmentTe Rautaki Tīaroaro

6.1       Council’s strategic priorities have been considered in formulating the recommendations in this report, however this area of work is not specifically covered by an identified priority.

6.2       This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2021 - 2031):

6.2.1   Activity: Transport

·     Level of Service: 10.5.1 Limit deaths and serious injury crashes per capita for cyclists and pedestrians - <= 12 crashes per 100,000 residents

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3       The decision is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.4       The decision does not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land or a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision does specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

6.5       The decision does not involve a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and will not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga

6.6       The effects of this proposal upon Mana Whenua are expected to be insignificant.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7       This proposal includes measures to encourage walking and cycling and therefore will result in positive changes to reduce carbon emissions and the effects of Climate Change.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.8       This proposal improves accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists, by providing a safer means of accessing and using the crossings at this intersection.

7.   Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1       Cost to Implement – Approximately $190,000

7.2       Maintenance/Ongoing costs - To be covered under the area maintenance contract, the effects will be minimal to the overall asset.

7.3       Funding Source - Traffic Operations School Safety Budget 2022/23.

Other He mea anō

7.4       None identified.

8.   Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

Statutory power to undertake proposals in the report Te Manatū Whakahaere Kaupapa

8.1       Part 1, Clauses 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.2       The Community Boards have delegated authority from the Council to exercise the delegations as set out in the Register of Delegations.  The list of delegations for the Community Boards includes the resolution of stopping restrictions and traffic control devices.

8.3       The installation of any signs and/or markings associated with traffic control devices must comply with the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Other Legal Implications Ētahi atu Hīraunga-ā-Ture

8.4       There is no other legal context, issue or implication relevant to this decision.

8.5       This specific report has not been reviewed and approved by the Legal Services Unit however the report has been written using a general approach previously approved of by the Legal Services Unit, and the recommendations are consistent with the policy and legislative framework outlined in sections 8.1 – 8.3.

9.   Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

9.1       None identified.

 

 

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.

Title

Reference

Page

a

Merrin Street/Avonhead Road/Grahams Road roundabout improvements - TG140710

23/175952

88

 

 

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

 

 

 

 

Confirmation of Statutory Compliance Te Whakatūturutanga ā-Ture

Compliance with Statutory Decision-making Requirements (ss 76 - 81 Local Government Act 2002).

(a) This report contains:

(i)  sufficient information about all reasonably practicable options identified and assessed in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and

(ii) adequate consideration of the views and preferences of affected and interested persons bearing in mind any proposed or previous community engagement.

(b) The information reflects the level of significance of the matters covered by the report, as determined in accordance with the Council's significance and engagement policy.

 

 

 

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Georgia Greene - Traffic Engineer

Gautham Praburam - Traffic Engineer

Krystle Anderson - Engagement Advisor

Gemma Dioni - Senior Transportation Engineer

Approved By

Katie Smith - Team Leader Traffic Operations

Stephen Wright - Manager Operations (Transport)

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

 

 


Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 



Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 

 

10.   Grahams Road/Waimairi Road - Safety Improvements

Reference / Te Tohutoro:

23/130525

Report of / Te Pou Matua:

Georgia Greene, Traffic Engineer, Georgia.Greene@ccc.govt.nz
Gautham Praburam, Traffic Engineer, Gautham.Praburam@ccc.govt.nz

General Manager / Pouwhakarae:

Jane Davis, General Manager Infrastructure, Planning & Regulatory Services (jane.davis@ccc.govt.nz)

 

 

1.   Nature of Decision or Issue and Report Origin

1.1       The purpose of this report is for the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board to approve a proposal for safety improvements at the Grahams Road / Waimairi Road roundabout.

1.2       This report has been written in response to concerns raised by the students and staff of Westburn School Te Kura O Hereora to address ongoing concerns around safety at this intersection for journeys to school.

1.3       The decisions in this report are of low significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.  The level of significance was determined by the low level of impact and low number of people affected by the recommended decision.

1.4       The community engagement and consultation outlined in this report reflect the assessment.

1.5       The recommended option is to implement the proposed changes in accordance with Attachment A.

 

2.   Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board approves:

1.         Speed cushions in all the approach lanes of the Grahams Road / Waimairi Road intersection, as shown in Attachment A.

2.         Road markings in all legs of the Grahams Road / Waimairi Road intersection, as shown in Attachment A.

3.         Hand rails in the median refuge islands, as shown in Attachment A.

 

3.   Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1       Recommendations outlined in this report will help improve the safety concerns raised by Westburn School.  Safety concerns at the Grahams Road / Waimairi Road roundabout were raised by the school many times in the past and also through the Westburn School Te Kura O Hereora travel plan. Many of the issues identified by the school children are about travelling through the intersection when walking, cycling, and scooting to school due to the volume of traffic and the speed of traffic. One of the main concerns is crossing the Grahams Road north approach due to the presence of two approach lanes, and vehicles turning left at speed.

3.2       It is proposed to install speed cushions on all the approach lanes to reduce vehicle speeds as they approach the roundabout and pedestrian crossing points.

3.3       The recommendations in this report will help to achieve the desired community outcome of a well-connected and accessible city through improved road safety.

3.4       This project supports the forthcoming School Speed Zone changes to be consulted on later this year.

 

4.   Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

Temporary closure of the existing left turn lane on Grahams Road (east)

4.1       Staff discussed trialling the closure of the left turn lane from Grahams Road to reduce the arm to a single lane entry as per the other approaches with the Community Board.  The Community Board members were not happy to progress with this option to public consultation on this option as it could potentially lead to delays for vehicle drivers.

4.2       The advantages of this option include:

4.2.1   Improved safety for people riding on two-wheels through the roundabout as they would be more visible to users from a single lane approach, and people walking and scooting would only have one lane to cross rather than two. Speed cushions were also proposed as a part of this option to support lower vehicle speeds as drivers approach the intersection, thereby further improving safety.

4.3       The disadvantages of this option include:

4.3.1   Combining the traffic that uses the left turn lane with the existing through and right turning traffic could increase queue lengths and minor delay for motor vehicles. However, traffic modelling of the intersection based on current traffic volumes indicate these increases would be very minor.

Do nothing

4.4       The advantages of this option include:

4.4.1   There is no cost to Council

4.5       The disadvantages of this option include:

4.5.1   Does not address the identified safety issues at this location.

4.5.2   Does not address the concerns raised by the school children.

4.5.3   Does not support safer outcomes for all users at this intersection.

5.   Detail Te Whakamahuki

5.1       Improving safety on local roads in Christchurch is a priority for Council.  Providing safe infrastructure is key to ensure people get to where they are going safely regardless of how they are travelling.

5.2       The Grahams Road / Waimairi Road intersection is a busy intersection used by many people travelling to school or work, to the surrounding parks and also visiting the Avonhead Mall. There are also bus stops close to the intersection.

5.3       The Waka Kotahi Crash Analysis System (CAS) was used to gain an understanding of any underlying safety issues at this location.  There have been 13 recorded crashes at the Grahams Road / Waimairi Road intersection since 2013. Six of the 13 crashes resulted in minor injuries. Four of the six injury crashes involved people walking and cycling (two each).

5.4       People riding bicycles through the intersection along with people walking and scooting are more vulnerable to serious injury. The installation of speed cushions are expected to result in slower speeds at the roundabout. Slower speeds will provide more time for all users to observe each other and avoid conflicts resulting in a significant reduction to the likelihood of crashes and also, in the unfortunate event crashes do occur, less severe injuries. The combination of the traffic calming and the sharrow (cycles share the lane) markings are designed to provide conditions for people riding to take the lane and be much more visible to traffic.

5.5       These treatments will be monitored for six months to understand their impact on road safety and traffic flow.

Community Views and Preferences Ngā mariu ā-Hāpori

5.6       Staff visited 14 directly affected properties spoke with seven residents and one business on Friday 10 February 2023. Letters outlining the proposed changes and how to provide feedback by Friday 17 February were left in the letterbox of residents who were not home. Staff also contacted Westburn School.

5.7       At the time of writing this report, staff received feedback from five residents and the staff at the business. All six stated they were happy with the proposed changes and made comments about the issues they had seen at the roundabout. 

5.8       Westburn School were unable to provide comment at the time of writing this report. Their feedback will be presented at the Community Board meeting along with any further feedback from the community.

6.   Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic AlignmentTe Rautaki Tīaroaro

6.1       Council’s strategic priorities have been considered in formulating the recommendations in this report, however this area of work is not specifically covered by an identified priority.

6.2       This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2021 - 2031):

6.2.1   Activity: Transport

·     Level of Service: 10.5.1 Limit deaths and serious injury crashes per capita for cyclists and pedestrians - <= 12 crashes per 100,000 residents

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3       The decision is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.4       The decision does not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land or a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision does specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

6.5       The decision does not involve a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and will not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga

6.6       The effects of this proposal upon Mana Whenua are expected to be insignificant.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7       This proposal includes measures to encourage walking and cycling and therefore will result in positive changes to reduce carbon emissions and the effects of Climate Change.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.8       This proposal improves accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists, by providing a safer means of accessing and using the crossings at this intersection.

7.   Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1       Cost to Implement – Approximately $25,000.

7.2       Maintenance/Ongoing costs - To be covered under the area maintenance contract, the effects will be minimal to the overall asset.

7.3       Funding Source - Traffic Operations Minor Road Safety Budget 2022/23.

Other He mea anō

7.4       None identified.

8.   Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

Statutory power to undertake proposals in the report Te Manatū Whakahaere Kaupapa

8.1       The Community Boards have delegated authority from the Council to exercise the delegations as set out in the Register of Delegations.  The list of delegations for the Community Boards includes the resolution of stopping restrictions and traffic control devices.

8.2       The installation of any signs and/or markings associated with traffic control devices must comply with the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Other Legal Implications Ētahi atu Hīraunga-ā-Ture

8.3       There is no other legal context, issue or implication relevant to this decision.

8.4       This specific report has not been reviewed and approved by the Legal Services Unit however the report has been written using a general approach previously approved of by the Legal Services Unit, and the recommendations are consistent with the policy and legislative framework outlined in sections 8.1 – 8.3.

9.   Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

9.1       None identified.

 

 

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.

Title

Reference

Page

a

Grahamas Road / Waimairi Road intersection improvements

23/215301

94

 

 

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

 

 

 

 

Confirmation of Statutory Compliance Te Whakatūturutanga ā-Ture

Compliance with Statutory Decision-making Requirements (ss 76 - 81 Local Government Act 2002).

(a) This report contains:

(i)  sufficient information about all reasonably practicable options identified and assessed in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and

(ii) adequate consideration of the views and preferences of affected and interested persons bearing in mind any proposed or previous community engagement.

(b) The information reflects the level of significance of the matters covered by the report, as determined in accordance with the Council's significance and engagement policy.

 

 

 

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Georgia Greene - Traffic Engineer

Gautham Praburam - Traffic Engineer

Krystle Anderson - Engagement Advisor

Gemma Dioni - Senior Transportation Engineer

Approved By

Katie Smith - Team Leader Traffic Operations

Stephen Wright - Manager Operations (Transport)

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

 

 


Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 



Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 

 

11.   Memorial Aveue at Burnside High Safety Improvements & Greers Road Parking Improvements

Reference / Te Tohutoro:

23/130225

Report of / Te Pou Matua:

Georgia Greene, Traffic Engineer, Georgia.Greene@ccc.govt.nz
Gautham Praburam, Traffic Engineer, Gautham.Praburam@ccc.govt.nz

General Manager / Pouwhakarae:

Jane Davis, General Manager Infrastructure, Planning & Regulatory Services (jane.davis@ccc.govt.nz)

 

 

1.   Nature of Decision or Issue and Report Origin

1.1       The purpose of this report is for the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board to consider approval of the proposed safety and parking improvements around Burnside High School Te Kura o Waimairi-iri and Christ The King School. This includes a pedestrian crossing on Memorial Avenue and parking changes on Greers Road.

1.2       This report has been written in response to concerns raised by the schools, and from community requests to address safety issues at this location.

1.3       The decisions in this report are of low significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by the low level of impact and low number of people affected by the recommended decision.

1.4       The community engagement and consultation outlined in this report reflect the assessment.

1.5       The recommended option is to implement the proposed changes in accordance with Attachments A, B, C and D.

 

2.   Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board pursuant to Section 334 of the Local Government Act 1974, approves:

1.         A pedestrian crossing facility on Memorial Avenue approximately 225 metres northwest of its intersection with Greers Road along with all associated kerb extensions, road surface treatments, road markings, tactile pavers and changes to the existing median island, as shown in Attachment A.

2.         Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times along;

a.         The southwest side of Memorial Avenue, commencing at a point approximately 201 metres northwest of its intersection with Greers Road and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 37 metres, as shown in Attachment A.

b.         The northeast side of Memorial Avenue, commencing at a point approximately 223 metres northwest of its intersection with Greers Road and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 21 metres, as shown in Attachment A.

c.         The northwest side of Greers Road, commencing at a point approximately 168 metres northeast of its intersection with Memorial Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 19 metres, as shown in Attachment B.

3.         Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of three minutes between the times of 8am and 9am, and between 2:15pm and 3:30pm, on School Days along the southeast side of Greers Road, commencing at a point 70 metres northeast of its intersection with Memorial Avenue and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 17 metres, as shown in Attachment C.

4.         Revoke any previous resolutions made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the ones described in resolutions 1-5 above.

5.         Approve that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road markings that evidence the restrictions described in the staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

 

3.   Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1       Recommendations outlined in this report will help to address the concerns relating to road safety on Memorial Avenue that have been raised by Burnside High School Te Kura o Waimairi-iri, and parking improvements to address concerns raised by Christ the King School and the local community.

3.2       The proposed crossing facility will improve safety for Burnside High School students who use the pedestrian exit on the western corner of the school to cross Memorial Avenue.

3.3       Changing parking restrictions to allow for short-term parking on Greers Road will encourage a higher turnover of vehicles for parents to drop off and pick up children at school times.

3.4       No stopping restrictions on Greers Road will provide increased visibility for motorists exiting Burnside High School. 

 

4.   Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

Do nothing

4.1       The advantages of this option include:

4.1.1   No cost to Council.

4.1.2   Retains two parking spaces outside of Burnside High School.

4.2       The disadvantages of this option include:

4.2.1   Does not address the parking issues at this location raised by the schools and the nearby community.

5.   Detail Te Whakamahuki

5.1       Burnside High School have been advocating for a crossing facility on Memorial Avenue for many years. This was raised again more recently through the school travel planning process.

5.2       Students currently cross Memorial Avenue near the existing side gate at the western end of the school site. The development of a drop off and pick up bay on the western corner and a footpath leading to this corner will further create a desire line for students to use this exit and cross at this location, rather than using the traffic signals at the Greers Road/Memorial Avenue intersection.

5.3       There have been no recorded crashes involving pedestrians around this location since 2013. While there have been no crashes, the high traffic volumes on Memorial Avenue and the high number of school children crossing at this location means that the risk of a collision remains. Improving the crossing point would help children cross more safely.

5.4       Burnside High School also raised issues with exiting their carpark onto Greers Road. No stopping restrictions are proposed at this location to improve visibility for vehicles departing the school car park. This is consistent with the no stopping restrictions near the school’s other exits.

5.5       A request for parking restrictions on Greers Road was raised through the Christ the King School travel plan. The school currently has a drop off/pick up area on site. However, the school found the drop off/pick up area to be frequently used by the parents of Burnside High School students, thereby limiting it for their own parents.

5.6       There are limited opportunities for parents to stop on the southeast side of Greers Road, due to no stopping restrictions running from the Greers Road/Memorial Avenue intersection up to Jellie Park. Providing short term parking outside the school during school time will provide more parking opportunities for parents wanting to pick up / drop their children.

Community Views and Preferences Ngā mariu ā-Hāpori

5.7       Staff visited 10 directly affected properties and spoke with five residents on Friday 10 February 2023. Letters outlining the proposed changes and how to provide feedback by Friday 17 February were left in the letterbox of residents who were not home. Staff have also been in contact with Burnside High School.

5.8       At the time of writing this report, staff received feedback from four residents in person and one by phone.

5.9       Four were happy with the proposed pedestrian crossing, with one resident raising concerns about the space to turn into their driveway. Changes were made to the kerb design on the southwest side to address these concerns.

5.10    One resident did not support the proposal.

5.11    Burnside High School indicated they were happy with the proposed plan.

5.12    The decision affects the following Community Board areas:

5.12.1 Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

6.   Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic AlignmentTe Rautaki Tīaroaro

6.1       Council’s strategic priorities have been considered in formulating the recommendations in this report, however this area of work is not specifically covered by an identified priority.

6.2       This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2021 - 2031):

6.2.1   Activity: Transport

·     Level of Service: 10.5.1 Limit deaths and serious injury crashes per capita for cyclists and pedestrians - <= 12 crashes per 100,000 residents

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3       The decision is consistent with the Christchurch Suburban Parking Policy.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.4       The decision does not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land or a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision does specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

6.5       The decision does not involve a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and will not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga.

6.6       The effects of this proposal upon Mana Whenua are expected to be insignificant.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7       This proposal includes measures to encourage walking and therefore will result in positive changes to reduce carbon emissions and the effects of Climate Change.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.8       This proposal improves accessibility for pedestrians, by providing a safer means of crossing Memorial Avenue.

7.   Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1       Cost to Implement – Approximately $50,000 for the installation of the pedestrian crossing on Memorial Avenue, approximately $800 for the installation of signs and markings on Greers Road.

7.2       Maintenance/Ongoing costs - To be covered under the area maintenance contract, the effects will be minimal to the overall asset.

7.3       Funding Source – Traffic Operations School Safety Budget 2022/23.

Other He mea anō

7.4       None identified

8.   Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

Statutory power to undertake proposals in the report Te Manatū Whakahaere Kaupapa

8.1       Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking and stopping restrictions by resolution.

8.2       The Community Boards have delegated authority from the Council to exercise the delegations as set out in the Register of Delegations.  The list of delegations for the Community Boards includes the resolution of stopping restrictions and traffic control devices.

8.3       The installation of any signs and/or markings associated with traffic control devices must comply with the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Other Legal Implications Ētahi atu Hīraunga-ā-Ture

8.4       There is no other legal context, issue or implication relevant to this decision.

8.5       This specific report has not been reviewed and approved by the Legal Services Unit however the report has been written using a general approach previously approved of by the Legal Services Unit, and the recommendations are consistent with the policy and legislative framework outlined in sections 8.1 – 8.3.

9.   Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

9.1       None identified.

 

 

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.

Title

Reference

Page

a

Memorial Avenue crossing - TG142502

23/175797

100

b

Greers Road - Proposed No Stopping Restrictions - TG144359

23/210270

101

c

Greers Road P3 parking restrictions - TG142034

23/175917

102

 

 

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

 

 

 

 

Confirmation of Statutory Compliance Te Whakatūturutanga ā-Ture

Compliance with Statutory Decision-making Requirements (ss 76 - 81 Local Government Act 2002).

(a) This report contains:

(i)  sufficient information about all reasonably practicable options identified and assessed in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and

(ii) adequate consideration of the views and preferences of affected and interested persons bearing in mind any proposed or previous community engagement.

(b) The information reflects the level of significance of the matters covered by the report, as determined in accordance with the Council's significance and engagement policy.

 

 

 

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Georgia Greene - Traffic Engineer

Gautham Praburam - Traffic Engineer

Krystle Anderson - Engagement Advisor

Gemma Dioni - Senior Transportation Engineer

Approved By

Katie Smith - Team Leader Traffic Operations

Stephen Wright - Manager Operations (Transport)

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

 

 


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12.   Merrin Street/Withells Road intersection safety improvements

Reference / Te Tohutoro:

23/130137

Report of / Te Pou Matua:

Georgia Greene, Traffic Engineer,
Georgia.Greene@ccc.govt.nz
Gautham Praburam, Traffic Engineer, Gautham.Praburam@ccc.govt.nz

General Manager / Pouwhakarae:

Jane Davis, General Manager Infrastructure, Planning & Regulatory Services (jane.davis@ccc.govt.nz)

 

 

1.   Nature of Decision or Issue and Report Origin

1.1       The purpose of this report is for the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board to approve a proposal for safety improvements at the Merrin Street and Withells Road roundabout.

1.2       This report has been written in response to concerns raised by the students at Merrin School Ngā Whetū Kohara, and from community requests to address safety issues at this location.

1.3       The decisions in this report are of low significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.  The level of significance was determined by the low level of impact and low number of people affected by the recommended decision.

1.4       The community engagement and consultation outlined in this report reflect the assessment.

1.5       The recommended option is to implement the proposed changes in accordance with Attachment A.

 

2.   Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic calming and road markings at the intersection of Merrin Street and Withells Road, as detailed on plan TP360701 in Attachment A of the report.

2.         Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Merrin Street, commencing at its intersection with Withells Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

3.         Revoke any previous resolutions pertaining to parking restrictions made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the parking restrictions described in resolutions 1 and 2 above.

4.         Approve that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road markings that evidence the restrictions described in the staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

 

3.   Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1       Recommendations outlined in this report will help improve the safety concerns raised by Merrin School.  Safety concerns at the Merrin Street/Withells Road roundabout were raised through the Merrin School travel plan. Many of the issues identified by the school children are regarding the intersection being difficult to navigate for when walking, cycling, and scooting to school.

3.2       It is proposed to build larger islands to provide safer waiting areas for pedestrians, add a larger apron in the roundabout to increase deflection through the roundabout and to install raised speed humps to reduce vehicle speeds as they approach the roundabout and pedestrian crossing points. The new kerb build out will allow for the speed hump to be installed.

3.3       The recommendations in this report will help to achieve the desired community outcome of a well-connected and accessible city through improved road safety.

3.4       This project supports the forthcoming School Speed Zone changes to be consulted on later this year.

 

4.   Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

Do nothing

4.1       The advantages of this option include:

4.1.1   There is no cost to Council

4.2       The disadvantages of this option include:

4.2.1   Does not address the identified safety issues at this location.

4.2.2   Does not address the concerns raised by the school children.

4.2.3   Does not support safer outcomes for all users at this intersection.

5.   Detail Te Whakamahuki

5.1       Improving safety on local roads in Christchurch is a priority for Council.  Providing safe infrastructure is key to ensure people get to where they are going safely regardless of how they are travelling.

5.2       The Withells Road/Merrin Road intersection is a busy intersection used by many people travelling to school or work, to the surrounding parks and also visiting the Avonhead Mall. There are also bus stops close to the intersection.

5.3       The Waka Kotahi Crash Analysis System (CAS) was used to gain an understanding of any underlying safety issues at this location.  There have been nine recorded crashes at the Merrin Street/Withells Road intersection since 2013. Six of the nine crashes involved people riding a bicycle through the roundabout and being hit by drivers entering the circulatory carriageway. Two of the six crashes involving people riding bicycles resulted in serious injury and four resulting in minor injury.

5.4       People riding bicycles through the intersection along with people walking and scooting are more vulnerable to serious injury. The installation of raised speed humps and the improvements to the roundabout geometry are designed to result in slower speeds at the roundabout. Slower speeds will provide more time for all users to observe each other and avoid conflicts resulting in a significant reduction to the likelihood of crashes and also, in the unfortunate event crashes do occur, less severe injuries. The combination of the traffic calming and the sharrow (cycles share the lane) markings are designed to provide conditions for people riding to take the lane and be much more visible to traffic.

Community Views and Preferences Ngā mariu ā-Hāpori

5.5       Staff visited 11 directly affected properties and spoke with four residents on Friday 10 February 2023. Letters outlining the proposed changes and how to provide feedback by Friday 17 February were left in the letterbox of residents who were not home. Staff also contacted Avonhead Shopping Centre and Merrin School.

5.6       At the time of writing this report, staff received feedback from three residents in person and one by phone. Three stated they were happy with the proposed changes and made comments about the issues they had seen at the roundabout. One was generally neutral about the proposed changes but did not want there to be speed bumps.

5.7       Merrin School were unable to provide comment at the time of writing this report. Their feedback will be presented at the Community Board meeting along with any further feedback from the community.

6.   Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic AlignmentTe Rautaki Tīaroaro

6.1       Council’s strategic priorities have been considered in formulating the recommendations in this report, however this area of work is not specifically covered by an identified priority.

6.2       This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2021 - 2031):

6.2.1   Activity: Transport

·     Level of Service: 10.5.1 Limit deaths and serious injury crashes per capita for cyclists and pedestrians - <= 12 crashes per 100,000 residents

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3       The decision is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.4       The decision does not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land or a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, therefore this decision does specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

6.5       The decision does not involve a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and will not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga

6.6       The effects of this proposal upon Mana Whenua are expected to be insignificant.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7       This proposal includes measures to encourage walking and cycling and therefore will result in positive changes to reduce carbon emissions and the effects of Climate Change.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.8       This proposal improves accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists, by providing a safer means of accessing and using the crossings at this intersection.

7.   Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1       Cost to Implement – Approximately $180,000

7.2       Maintenance/Ongoing costs - To be covered under the area maintenance contract, the effects will be minimal to the overall asset.

7.3       Funding Source - Traffic Operations Minor Road Safety Budget 2022/23.

Other He mea anō

7.4       None identified.

8.   Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

Statutory power to undertake proposals in the report Te Manatū Whakahaere Kaupapa

8.1       Part 1, Clauses 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.2       The Community Boards have delegated authority from the Council to exercise the delegations as set out in the Register of Delegations.  The list of delegations for the Community Boards includes the resolution of stopping restrictions and traffic control devices.

8.3       The installation of any signs and/or markings associated with traffic control devices must comply with the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Other Legal Implications Ētahi atu Hīraunga-ā-Ture

8.4       There is no other legal context, issue or implication relevant to this decision.

8.5       This specific report has not been reviewed and approved by the Legal Services Unit however the report has been written using a general approach previously approved of by the Legal Services Unit, and the recommendations are consistent with the policy and legislative framework outlined in sections 8.1 – 8.3.

9.   Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

9.1       None identified.

 

 

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.

Title

Reference

Page

a

Merrin Street/Withells Road roundabout - TP360701

23/175701

108

 

 

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

 

 

 

 

Confirmation of Statutory Compliance Te Whakatūturutanga ā-Ture

Compliance with Statutory Decision-making Requirements (ss 76 - 81 Local Government Act 2002).

(a) This report contains:

(i)  sufficient information about all reasonably practicable options identified and assessed in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and

(ii) adequate consideration of the views and preferences of affected and interested persons bearing in mind any proposed or previous community engagement.

(b) The information reflects the level of significance of the matters covered by the report, as determined in accordance with the Council's significance and engagement policy.

 

 

 

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Georgia Greene - Traffic Engineer

Gautham Praburam - Traffic Engineer

Krystle Anderson - Engagement Advisor

Gemma Dioni - Senior Transportation Engineer

Approved By

Katie Smith - Team Leader Traffic Operations

Stephen Wright - Manager Operations (Transport)

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

 

 


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13.   Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood 2022-23 Youth Development Fund Application - Addison Jones

Reference / Te Tohutoro:

23/128302

Report of / Te Pou Matua:

Lisa Gregory, Community Recreation Advisor, lisa.gregory@ccc.govt.nz

General Manager / Pouwhakarae:

Mary Richardson, General Manager Citizens & Community (Mary.Richardson@ccc.govt.nz)

 

 

1.   Purpose of Report / Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1       The purpose of this report is for the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board to consider an application received for funding from its 2022-23 Youth Development Fund.

1.2       The report is staff generated as a result of applications being received.

1.3       The current balance of the fund is $1,825.

 

2.   Officer Recommendations / Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board resolve to:

1.         Approve a grant of $500 from its 2022-23 Youth Development Fund to Addison Jones towards performing at the Highland Dancing Virginia Tattoo in Virginia, USA, from 13 to 28 April 2023.

3.   Key Points / Ngā Take Matua

Issue or Opportunity / Ngā take, Ngā Whaihua rānei

3.1       To consider applications received to support the development and achievements of young people living in the Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood area.

Strategic Alignment / Te Rautaki Tīaroaro

3.2          The recommendations in this report align to the Council's Community Outcome of Resilient Communities including:

·    Celebration of our identity through arts, culture, heritage and sport and recreation

·    Valuing the voices of all cultures and ages (including children).

Decision Making Authority / Te Mana Whakatau

3.3       Determine the allocation of the discretionary Response Fund for each community (including any allocation towards a Youth Development Fund).

3.4       Allocations must be consistent with any policies, standards or criteria adopted by the Council.

3.5       The Fund does not cover:

·   Legal challenges or Environment Court challenges against the Council, Council Controlled organisations or Community Board decisions

·   Projects or initiatives that change the scope of a Council project or that will lead to ongoing operational costs to the Council (though Community Boards can recommend to the Council that it consider a grant for this purpose).

Assessment of Significance and Engagement / Te Mana Whakatau

3.6       The decision(s) in this report is of low significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3.7       The level of significance was determined by the number of people affected and/or with an interest.

3.8       Due to the assessment of low significance, no further community engagement and consultation is required.

4.   Applicant/ Te Kaitono 1 – Addison Jones

4.1       Age: 16

4.2       Suburb:  Russley

4.3       Event seeking support for:  Highland Dancing Virginia Tattoo in Virginia, USA, from 13 to 28 April 2023.

4.4       Addison has been learning highland dancing since the age of 4.  She is currently a pupil of the Julie Hawke School of Highland Dancing, and attends lessons three times a week.  Addison also competes both locally, regionally and nationally.  In July 2022 she gained four top 10 placings at the National Championships held in Palmerston North.

4.5       The selection process for the tattoo involved a written application, and submitting a performance video.  Addison's achievements at local and national competitions were also taken in to consideration.  Only 33 dancers nationwide have been selected to attend.

4.6       Outside of dancing, Addison plays hockey, both for a local club and for her school first 11.  This year she have been selected for the leadership/prefect role of Manukura (House captain), and is also a peer support leader for Riccarton High School year nine students.

4.7       The following table provides a breakdown of costs for the trip:

EXPENSES

Cost ($)

Travel/Insurance/Accommodation/Food

$6,639

Uniform

$300

Incidental costs

$320

                                                                                             Total per participant

$7,259

 

Attachments / Ngā Tāpirihanga

There are no attachments for this report.

 

Confirmation of Statutory Compliance / Te Whakatūturutanga ā-Ture

Compliance with Statutory Decision-making Requirements (ss 76 - 81 Local Government Act 2002).

(a) This report contains:

(i)  sufficient information about all reasonably practicable options identified and assessed in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and

(ii) adequate consideration of the views and preferences of affected and interested persons bearing in mind any proposed or previous community engagement.

(b) The information reflects the level of significance of the matters covered by the report, as determined in accordance with the Council's significance and engagement policy.

 

 

 

Signatories / Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Lisa Gregory - Community Recreation Advisor

Approved By

Maryanne Lomax - Manager Community Governance, Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood

 

 


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14.   Appointments to External Organisations

Reference / Te Tohutoro:

23/193455

Report of / Te Pou Matua:

Aidan Kimberley, Community Board Advisor, Aidan.Kimberley@ccc.govt.nz

General Manager / Pouwhakarae:

Mary Richardson, General Manager Citizens & Community (Mary.Richardson@ccc.govt.nz)

 

 

1.   Purpose of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1       The purpose of this report is for the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board to consider further appointments of Board representatives on local outside organisations for the 2022-2025 term.

2.   Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Appoint a Board member(s) as its representative on each of the following organisations for the 2022-25 term:

a.         The McLean Institute

b.         The Waimakariri-Eyre-Cust River Rating District Liaison Committee

3.   Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

McLean Institute

3.1       The McLean Institute is a Trust which manages the estate of Allan McLean, who died in 1907. Mr McLean also built the McLean’s Mansion in the Central City, and left instructions in his will that the house and estate would be used to provide support and accommodation for retired women who through ‘reduced or straitened circumstances’ could not afford a home of their own. The Mansion was originally called ‘Holly Lea’.

3.2       An Act of Parliament was passed in 1909 which established the McLean Institute to manage the estate.

3.3       Subsequently, the trustees of the McLean Institute purchased land on Fendalton Road. Over time this site was developed into a retirement village, and the ‘Holly Lea’ name was officially transferred from the Mansion to the retirement village in 1957 (The McLean’s Mansion is now owned and managed by a separate charitable trust).

3.4       The Act includes a provision for the Mayor of Christchurch to be a member of the Institute, but further allows the Council to appoint a person to be a member of the Institute in place of the Mayor.

3.5       Because of the historical connection to the Fendalton area, the Council has delegated the authority to this Community Board to appoint a member to the McLean Institute.


Waimakariri-Eyre-Cust River Rating District Liaison Committee

3.6       The River Rating District Liaison Committees are run by Environment Canterbury. They are an opportunity for local community members to provide feedback on local river flood protection, erosion protection and drainage works.

3.7       The Committees meet once or twice a year to comment on the state of the river and the proposed works and budget for the coming year. The have influence on the targeted rates set for each river and the timing of significant works, but the final decision still rests with the Environment Canterbury Council.

 

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

There are no attachments to this report.

 

In addition to the attached documents, the following background information is available:

Document Name – Location / File Link

Environment Canterbury – Flood Protection and  Drainage Schemes Website: https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/river-and-drain-management/flood-protection/

 

 

 

 

Confirmation of Statutory Compliance Te Whakatūturutanga ā-Ture

Compliance with Statutory Decision-making Requirements (ss 76 - 81 Local Government Act 2002).

(a) This report contains:

(i)  sufficient information about all reasonably practicable options identified and assessed in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and

(ii) adequate consideration of the views and preferences of affected and interested persons bearing in mind any proposed or previous community engagement.

(b) The information reflects the level of significance of the matters covered by the report, as determined in accordance with the Council's significance and engagement policy.

 

 

 

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Aidan Kimberley - Community Board Advisor

Approved By

Maryanne Lomax - Manager Community Governance, Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood

 

 


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15.   Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Area Report - March 2023

Reference / Te Tohutoro:

23/192124

Report of / Te Pou Matua:

Maryanne Lomax, Community Governance Manager
(Maryanne.lomax@ccc.govt.nz)

General Manager / Pouwhakarae:

Mary Richardson, General Manager Citizens & Community (Mary.Richardson@ccc.govt.nz)

 

 

1.   Purpose of Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

This report provides the Board with an overview on initiatives and issues current within the Community Board area.

2.   Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board:

1.         Receive the Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board Area Report for March 2023.

3.   Community Support, Governance and Partnership Activity

3.1       Community Governance Projects

Activity

Detail

Timeline

Strategic Alignment

Edible and Sustainable Garden Awards

Award function to be held at Mona Vale on 17 March 2023 at 4.30pm.

 

17 March 2023

·    Liveable City

 

·    Resilient Communities

 

Culture Galore 2023

This event will be held on 18 February 2023 at Ray Blank Park on Maidstone Road.

 

 

18 February 2023

·    Liveable City

 

·    Resilient Communities

 

Community Board Profiles

Local staff are currently updating the Ward Profiles.  These will be available on the Council’s website in April 2023.

 

April 2023

·    Resilient Communities

 

 

3.2       Burnside Businesses Crime Prevention Meeting

Further to concerns raised to the Community Board regarding the increase in crime affecting businesses in the Burnside area, staff organised a crime prevention meeting for businesses in the Burnside area.  

The meeting was on Tuesday, 31 January, at Terra Viva Café & Deli and just over fifty people attended, with a great representation from the local businesses, staff and elected members.

The purpose of the meeting was to provide the businesses with the opportunity to have an open discussion with a panel of experts and look at working together on crime prevention initiatives for the area. Councillor Sam MacDonald was the MC. The panel included MP Sarah Pallett, Lane Todd, NZ Police, and representatives from Christchurch North Community Patrol, Canterbury Neighbourhood Support and Christchurch City Council.

The group agreed they would like to meet again in a couple of months, with a working group created, to pull together the agenda and dates for future meetings.

Tangible outcomes from the meeting include creating a closed Facebook group for the Burnside Businesses as a forum to provide support and share messages about safety. A local marketing business has set up and administers the group, which currently has forty-one members. Other tangible outcomes include following up with MSD regarding several questions that arose and working with local businesses to help promote and recruit additional volunteers for the local community patrol.

 

Crime prevention meeting at Terra Viva Café & Deli

 

3.3       Bishopdale Regeneration/Beautification Group - Update

The artwork for the toilet block in the Bishopdale mall is still in progress, having to go back to the design phase based on overwhelming feedback from Celebrate Bishopdale that the community would like a nature theme for it.

We have a final draft concept/mural design for the long wall on the outside of the toilet, leading towards the Library, often called the alleyway. This has been developed and approved by the Bishopdale group after onsite meetings and reviews by the artist. This is now with the owner for their feedback and approval. Once the owners sign off has been received, work on the wall will begin reasonably quickly. The artist has indicated he expects to get it done within two weeks (subject to the weather).

The concept design is representative of a natural Bishopdale of the recent past.  It continues the sunflowers and sky from the mural around the corner on the Village Green wall, with a path, water, vines, the plains and a hut that will go over the window of the building and become the window of the hut. 

While visiting the wall site, the group thought that wildflowers on the two grass areas by the wall would fit into the theme well, so a request for this has gone into Parks as part of their wildflower project. The group will look at other options for flowers/planting with Parks just in case this area does not get the go ahead for wildflowers.

 

3.4       Bishopdale Safety Initiative – Village Mall Businesses Survey

Our local Community Development Adviser, Natalie Dally, has recently visited approximately 90 businesses in the Bishopdale Village Mall, chatting and dropping in 140 Bishopdale Business Safety Survey’s for owners and staff. This is part of the Bishopdale Safety Initiative in conjunction with the Business Centre Association.

Surveys should be completed and returned by the end of February (28th) to the drop box in the foyer of Ōrauwhata Bishopdale Library and Community Centre. It is hoped that from the feedback we will be able to identify any areas of concern or specific issues in the Mall.

The Mall and Bishopdale Park were identified as an area of concern in the Residents Safety survey that went out last year.

The next follow up from the Bishopdale Safety Initiative project will be meetings with local schools to try and identify any children and youth needs from their perspective. Again this was identified by the resident’s survey and follow up meeting of stakeholders as an area of concern both for the safety of the youth themselves and as potential creators of some issues.  The group wanted to consider opportunities to better support youth.

Once the school visits have been completed the Bishopdale Safety Initiative stakeholders will have a meeting to determine the next steps. A safety expo has been indicated at this stage but just what that might look like has yet to be designed by the group and will be informed further by the Business survey and school visits, as will any other responses.

 

3.5       Community Funding Summary

3.5.1   A status report on the Board's 2022-23 Discretionary Response Fund and Youth Development Fund as at 13 February 2023 is attached (refer to Attachment A).

3.5.2   A summary of End of Project accountability reports from recipients of the Board's 2021-22 Strengthening Communities Fund is attached (refer Attachment B).

 

3.6       Participation in and Contribution to Decision Making

3.6.1   Report back on other Activities contributing to Community Board Plan

·     A workshop was held on 21 November 2022 where the Board began discussions on content of the 2023-25 Community Board Plan.  A second workshop was held on 30 January to confirm the draft priorities which will then go out for community engagement in early March 2023.

3.6.2   Council Engagement and Consultation

·     Draft Waste Management and Minimisation Bylaw 2023

The Christchurch City Council currently has two bylaws to manage waste:

-      The Waste Management Bylaw 2009 sets the rules for Council’s kerbside collection services and rural waste collection points.

-      The Cleanfill and Waste Handling Operations Bylaw 2015 sets the rules on commercial waste handling operations, including cleanfills.

The Council is proposing to replace these two bylaws with a single Draft Waste Management and Minimisation Bylaw 2023. This bylaw will allow regulation of all waste collection services and operations, including landfills.

Consultation on the Bylaw opened on 30 January 2023 and closed on 26 February 2023.

The Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Submissions Committee met on 20 February 2023 to compile a submission.

 

·    Ōtautahi Christchurch Urban Forest Plan

Urban trees are a key tool to help us meet the challenge of our climate and ecological emergency. They are central to enhancing our wellbeing and the pleasantness of our urban environment as well as providing a network of habitat for other wildlife.

Our Urban Forest Plan sets out how – over 50 years – we will grow our tree canopy and sustain a thriving urban forest of healthy, diverse and resilient trees. Achieving this will require strong action across Council activities and by the whole community – working together to nurture the forest, harnessing community participation and strengthening partnerships.

This Plan sets our direction and priority for planting, nurturing and protecting our city’s trees for now and the future. It forms a key component of the city’s response to climate change challenges and integrates with other Council plans directing the future intensification of urban form and a well-functioning city.

Consultation on the Plan opened on 2 February 2023 and closes on 6 March 2023.  You can make a submission on the Council’s Have Your Say page here.

The Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Submissions Committee met on 20 February 2023 to compile a submission.

4.   Advice Provided to the Community Board

4.1       Customer Service Request Report - Hybris monthly report for January 2023 attached, providing an overview of the number of Customer Service Requests that have been received, including the types of requests being received and a breakdown of how they are being reported (refer to Attachment C).

4.2       SWN - Blighs Road - Well renewal (circulated 27 January 2023)

4.3       SWN - Braco Place - Water mains and sub-mains renewal (circulated 13 February 2023)

4.4       SWN - Kyeburn Place – Water mains and sub-mains renewal (circulated 13 February 2023)

 

 

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.

Title

Reference

Page

a

Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Board Funding Update - February 2023

23/192427

120

b

Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood 2021-22 SCF End of Project Report

23/215890

122

c

Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Hybris Report - January 2023

23/192795

153

 

 

 

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Maryanne Lomax - Manager Community Governance, Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood

Approved By

Matthew McLintock - Manager Community Governance Team

John Filsell - Head of Community Support and Partnerships

 

 


Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 




Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 

































Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 


 


Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

06 March 2023

 

 

16.   Elected Members’ Information Exchange Te Whakawhiti Whakaaro o Te Kāhui Amorangi

 

This item provides an opportunity for Board Members to update each other on recent events and/or issues of relevance and interest to the Board.

 

 

 

Karakia Whakamutunga

Unuhia, unuhia

Unuhia ki te uru tapu nui

Kia wātea, kia māmā, te ngākau,

Te tinana te wairua i te ara takatā

Koia rā e Rongo, whakairia ake ki runga

Kia tina! TINA! Hui e! TĀIKI E!

Draw on, draw on,
Draw on the supreme sacredness
To clear, to free the heart, the body and the spirit of mankind
Rongo, suspended high above us (i.e. in ‘heaven’)
Draw together! Affirm!