Agenda of Council - Thursday, 21 September 2023

Council

21 September 2023

5. Transport Choices - Westmorland Cycle Connection
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1162768
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Alanna Warhurst, Project Manager Transport, Alanna.warhurst@ccc.govt.nz; Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport Jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.1 The purpose of this report is to inform the Council of feedback received, and for the Council to approve the design to proceed to construction for the Transport Choices Westmorland Cycle Connection project.

1.2 The origin of this report is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme.

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the Council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

Funding

1. Approves that construction of the Westmorland Cycle Connection project is conditional on implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

2. Approves the following recommendations required for the implementation of the Transport Choices – Westmorland Cycle Connection project, relying on its powers under the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and Part 21 of the Local Government Act 1974.

Revocations and General

3. Approves that any previously approved resolutions made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act or any Land Transport Rule and pertaining to traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions (but excluding speed limits) on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 15 metres west of its intersection with Worsleys Road and extending in a westerly direction to a point 30 metres west of its intersection with Penruddock Rise be revoked.

4. Approves that any previously approved resolutions made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act or any Land Transport Rule and pertaining to traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions (but excluding speed limits) on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 161 metres east of its intersection with Mavin Road and extending in a westerly direction to a point 30 metres west of its intersection with Penruddock Rise (measured from a prolongation of the western Penruddock Rise kerb line) be revoked.

5. Approves that any previously approved resolutions made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act or any Land Transport Rule and pertaining to traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions (but excluding speed limits) within 30 metres of the respective intersections of Cashmere Road with Mavin Road, Opihi Street, Kaiwara Street, Leistrella Road and Penruddock Rise be revoked.

6. Notes that the distances referenced in recommendations 3-5 are measured from existing kerb alignments, whereas references to distances in the following recommendations hereinafter are measured from existing kerb alignments where these are retained or new kerb alignments where these have been modified as shown on plans titled Christchurch City Council Westmorland Cycleway Connection Cashmere Road (Penruddock Rise to Hoon Hay Road): General Layout Sheets 1-3 (Sheet Numbers C30–C 32, Revision A) attached to this report as Attachment A.

7. Notes that recommendations 3-5 above specifically exclude the intersection of Cashmere Road with Worsleys Road and Hoon Hay Road, and specifically the traffic signal and slip lane priority controls at that intersection, which is unaffected by this project.

8. Approves the road layout, including all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands, traffic calming features and road markings on Cashmere Road, commencing at a point 10 metres west of its intersection with Worsleys Road (south side) and 153 metres east of its intersection with Mavin Road (north side), and extending in a westerly direction to a point 19 metres west of its intersection with Penruddock Rise, and on intersecting road approaches to Cashmere Road, as detailed on plans titled Christchurch City Council Westmorland Cycleway Connection Cashmere Road (Penruddock Rise to Hoon Hay Road): General Layout Sheets 1-3 (Sheet Numbers C30–C 32, Revision A) attached to this report as Attachment A.

Separated Cycle Facilities

9. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling west, be established on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 15 metres west of its intersection with Worsleys Road and extending in a westerly direction to a point 9 metres east of its intersection with Opihi Street.

10. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling west, be established on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 12 metres west of its intersection with Opihi Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 200 metres.

11. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling east, be established on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 78 metres west of its intersection with Leistrella Road and extending in an easterly direction to a point 8 metres west of its intersection with Leistrella Road.

12. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling east, be established on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 12 metres east of its intersection with Leistrella Road and extending in an easterly direction to a point 9 metres west of its intersection with Kaiwara Street.

13. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling east, be established on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 12 metres east of its intersection with Kaiwara Street and extending in an easterly direction to a point 8 metres west of its intersection with Mavin Road.

14. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling east, be established on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 9 metres east of its intersection with Mavin Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 137 metres.

Cycle Lanes

15. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling west, be established on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 9 metres east of its intersection with Opihi Street and extending in a westerly direction to a point 12 metres west of its intersection with Opihi Street.

16. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling west, be established on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 212 metres west of its intersection with Opihi Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 129 metres.

17. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling west, be established on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 13 metres west of its intersection with Penruddock Rise and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 17 metres. This replaces (and slightly extends) the existing special vehicle (cycle) lane on this section of Cashmere Road and ties into the existing special vehicle (cycle) lane continuing further west that is not affected by this project.

18. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling east, be established on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 8 metres west of its intersection with Leistrella Road and extending in an easterly direction to a point 12 metres east of its intersection with Leistrella Road.

19. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling east, be established on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 9 metres west of its intersection with Kaiwara Street and extending in an easterly direction to a point 12 metres east of its intersection with Kaiwara Street.

20. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling east, be established on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 8 metres west of its intersection with Mavin Road and extending in an easterly direction to a point 9 metres east of its intersection with Mavin Road.

21. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling east, be established on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 146 metres west of its intersection with Mavin Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 14 metres. This replaces the existing special vehicle (cycle) lane on this section of Cashmere Road and ties in to the existing special vehicle (cycle) lane continuing further east through to the intersection that is not affected by this project.

Shared Paths

22. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path be resolved in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 147 metres west of its intersection with Opihi Street and extending in a westerly direction to its intersection with Penruddock Rise (connecting with the east side of Penruddock Rise at a point 7 metres south of its intersection with Cashmere Road). This Shared Path is for use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

23. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path be resolved in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 18 metres west of its intersection with Penruddock Rise and extending in an easterly direction to its intersection with Penruddock Rise then in a southerly direction on the west side of Penruddock Rise to a point 13 metres south of its intersection with Cashmere Road. This Shared Path is for use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

Priority Controlled Crossings

24. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974, and contingent on approval of recommendation 9 relating to the separated uni-directional cycle facility on the south side of Cashmere Road, that pedestrian crossings be resolved and established in accordance with Section 8.2 of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 across the separated uni-directional cycle facility on the south side of Cashmere Road at a point 48 metres west of the intersection of Cashmere Road with Opihi Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 2 metres and at a point 53 metres west of the intersection of Cashmere Road with Leistrella Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 2 metres.

25. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a signalised roadway crossing for the use of pedestrians and cycles be installed on Cashmere Road, commencing at a point 71 metres east of its intersection with Leistrella Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 6 metres. The signalised crossing is to be installed and operated in accordance with relevant sections of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

26. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974, and contingent on approval of recommendation 11 relating to the separated uni-directional cycle facility on the north side of Cashmere Road, that pedestrian crossings be resolved and established in accordance with Section 8.2 of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 across the separated uni-directional cycle facility on the north side of Cashmere Road at a point 125 metres east of the intersection of Cashmere Road with Leistrella Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 2 metres and at a point 131 metres east of the intersection of Cashmere Road with Leistrella Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 2 metres.

Intersection Controls

27. Approves that the south approach of Opihi Street at its intersection with Cashmere Road be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

28. Approves that the south approach of Penruddock Rise at its intersection with Cashmere Road be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

29. Approves that the north approach of Leistrella Road at its intersection with Cashmere Road be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

30. Approves that the north approach of Kaiwara Street at its intersection with Cashmere Road be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

31. Approves that the north approach of Mavin Road at its intersection with Cashmere Road be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Stopping and Parking Restrictions –South Side (including side roads)

32. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 15 metres west of its intersection with Worsleys Road, and extending in a westerly direction to its intersection with Opihi Street.

33. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the east side of Opihi Street commencing at its intersection with Cashmere Road, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

34. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the west side of Opihi Street commencing at its intersection with Cashmere Road, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

35. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at its intersection with Opihi Street, and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 28 metres.

36. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a Bus Stop for scheduled bus services only (per the definition of bus service in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 40 metres west of its intersection with Opihi Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

37. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 55 metres west of its intersection with Opihi Street, and extending in a westerly direction to a point 59 metres east of its intersection with Penruddock Rise.

38. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a Bus Stop for scheduled bus services only (per the definition of bus service in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 59 metres east of its intersection with Penruddock Rise and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

39. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at its intersection with Penruddock Rise, and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 44 metres.

40. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the east side of Penruddock Rise commencing at its intersection with Cashmere Road, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 23 metres.

41. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the west side of Penruddock Rise commencing at its intersection with Cashmere Road, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 23 metres.

42. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the south side of Cashmere Road commencing at its intersection with Penruddock Rise, and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 30 metres. This reinstates existing stopping restrictions on this section of Cashmere Road and ties in to the existing stopping restrictions continuing further west that are not affected by this project.

Stopping and Parking Restrictions –North Side (including side roads)

43. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 455 metres west of its intersection with Leistrella Road, and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 142 metres.

44. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a Bus Stop for scheduled bus services only (per the definition of bus service in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 313 metres west of its intersection with Leistrella Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

45. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at its intersection with Leistrella Road, and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 298 metres.

46. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the west side of Leistrella Road west side commencing at its intersection with Cashmere Road, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

47. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the east side of Leistrella Road east side commencing at its intersection with Cashmere Road, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

48. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at its intersection with Leistrella Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 121 metres.

49. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a Bus Stop for scheduled bus services only (per the definition of bus service in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 121 metres east of its intersection with Leistrella Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

50. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at a point 135 metres east of its intersection with Leistrella Road and extending in an easterly direction to its intersection with Kaiwara Street.

51. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the west side of Kaiwara Street commencing at its intersection with Cashmere Road, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

52. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the east side of Kaiwara Street commencing at its intersection with Cashmere Road, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

53. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at its intersection with Kaiwara Street, and extending in an easterly direction to its intersection with Mavin Road.

54. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the west side of Mavin Road commencing at its intersection with Cashmere Road, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

55. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the east side of Mavin Road commencing at its intersection with Cashmere Road, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

56. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the north side of Cashmere Road commencing at its intersection with Mavin Road, and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 161 metres. This ties in to the existing stopping restrictions on this section of Cashmere Road continuing further east that are not affected by this project.

General

57. Approves that the traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions described in recommendations 3-56 take effect when infrastructure, signage and/or road markings that evidence the controls and restrictions are in place (or removed in the case of revocations) and, in the case of traffic signal infrastructure, activated.

3. Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1 This project is funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348 million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund.

3.2 The Transport Choices programme is important because transport makes up almost half of New Zealand’s carbon emissions. In May 2022, government released its first Emissions Reduction Plan and transport has a significant role to play, targeting a 20 percent reduction in light vehicle travel by 2035. Reducing reliance on cars and supporting people to walk, cycle and use public transport is one of three focus points of the Emissions Reduction Plan.

3.3 The Westmorland Cycle Connection project was included within the Transport Choices programme due to alignment with the “deliver strategic cycling/micro mobility networks” investment category of the programme.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

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

4.1.1 Spreydon and Cashmere wards

4.1.2 Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board

4.2 Transport Choices funding was allocated to Local Authorities through an Expression of Interest process administered by Waka Kotahi. Through that process Christchurch City Council submitted a package of projects that was developed by consideration of:

· Project alignment with the four investment criteria for Transport Choices funding: deliver strategic cycling/micro mobility networks; create walkable neighbourhoods; support safe, green, and healthy school travel; make public transport more reliable and easier to use;

· Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding;

· Focusing investments in certain suburbs;

· Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes;

· Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme;

· Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

4.3 All 14 projects submitted for Transport Choices funding were accepted by Waka Kotahi. However, in deciding to include the Transport Choices programme in the Draft Annual Plan, Council decided to include 11 projects in the programme and defer a number of business-as-usual projects by 12 months to enable the Transport Choices programme to be adequately resourced.

Project Options Considered

4.4 Four options were shortlisted for consideration during concept design, these options included:

· Option One – Separated uni-direction on-road cycle way on both sides.

· Option Two – Separated bi-directional on-road cycle on one side.

· Option Three – Off-road bi-directional cycle way on one side.

· Option Four – Separated uni-directional on-road cycle way on both sides between Hoon Hay Road and Oderings, with a shared path on one side between Oderings and Penruddock Rise.

4.5 A multi-criteria analysis was undertaken on the four shortlisted options to assess these options against the objectives of the project and Waka Kotahi’s Transport Choices design parameters. A specific assessment criteria, looking at overall road safety with regards to the safe systems approach, was also included within this analysis.

4.5.1 Options one and two, both meet the requirements of the Transport Choices design parameters and provide safety and connectivity benefits that align with the objectives of the project. However, options one and two respectively present significant affordability and constructability constraints due to the need to alter existing services and stormwater infrastructure. Both options would require highly technical engineered interventions with large cost and time implications, therefore were excluded from further consideration.

4.5.2 During the analysis it was determined that option three did not present any significant improvements to the current level of safety provided along the existing route, nor did it satisfy the requirements of the Transport Choices design parameters with regards to providing physical separation between cyclists and vehicles. Option three also presented affordability and constructability constraints, due to the need to underground power lines on the south side of Cashmere Road. For this reason, option three was excluded from further consideration.

4.5.3 Option four combines option one with a shared path facility on the south side of Cashmere Road, from Oderings Garden Centre to Penruddock Rise. This option removes the need to alter existing stormwater infrastructure on the north side of Cashmere Road. Shared paths are generally not supported by the Waka Kotahi Transport Choices design parameters due to conflicts between pedestrians and cyclists. A shared path has been included in the preferred option due to constraints surrounding existing stormwater infrastructure and the rural nature of this section of the existing road corridor between Oderings Garden Centre and Penruddock Rise.

4.6 Based on the options analysed, option four achieved the best weighted score and was therefore progressed as the preferred design option.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

5.1 The Westmorland Cycle Connection project seeks to deliver a safe cycle connection between Westmorland and existing Major Cycle Routes, schools and areas of employment.

5.2 The Westmorland Cyle Connection will help create a safer, more efficient travel option for commuters along Cashmere Road from Penruddock Rise to Hoon Hay Road intersection and further encourage cycling as a travel method of choice.

5.3 The safe cycle facilities provided as part of this project will be suitable for use by ‘interested but concerned’ cyclists, whilst maintaining a good level of service for the many enthused and confident cyclists currently utilising this popular route.

5.4 The proposed scheme design includes:

· A separated uni-directional cycle way on both sides of Cashmere Road, between Hoon Hay Road intersection and Oderings Garden Centre, with a shared path facility on the south side of Cashmere Road, from Oderings to Penruddock Rise;

· Alterations to the existing bus stops along Cashmere Road;

· Crossing facility improvements;

· Safe speed platforms;

· Traffic calming buildouts; and

· Removal of all on street parking.

5.5 The project does not include:

· Any significant pavement works or road resurfacing;

· Subsurface three waters infrastructure upgrades; and

· Any highly technical engineered interventions with large cost and time implications.

Parking impacts

5.6 There are approximately 96 on-street parking spaces on Cashmere Road between Hoon Hay Road and Penruddock Rise, and an additional 66 parks within the first 100m of the intersecting side roads.

5.7 All parking on both sides of Cashmere Road between Hoon Hay Road and Penruddock Rise will be removed to install the cycle lanes.

5.8 A parking survey, which included a weekday and weekend, was undertaken during the scheme phase that showed the highest occupancy for Cashmere Road was 11 out of 96 car parks occupied.

5.9 There is significant parking available on all side streets intersecting with Cashmere Road.

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.10 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.11 Early engagement with residents and businesses started in early June when residents and businesses were door knocked with scheme plans. Initial feedback was mixed from both businesses and residents. Some businesses felt concerned about the treatments outside their business and that it would impact business negatively, whilst others welcomed changes. Some residents felt that this cycle connection would remove too much parking, and others were supportive of a dedicated cycleway, whilst others wanted to think about it.

5.12 Consultation started on 16 June 2023 and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, AA, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision, ECan, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Westmorland Residents’ Association, Cashmere High School and Oderings. The consultation was posted on the council Facebook page, as well as local community groups, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map.

5.13 During consultation, flyers were delivered to residents in the local area, and emails were sent to those who expressed interest in being updated on Way Safer Streets.

5.14 Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. Digital screens were displaying the consultation in Civic Offices, as well as newspaper advertisements in The Star and The Southern View. An online targeted campaign ran for the entire consultation period.

5.15 A Christchurch wide cycling event, “Christchurch Winter Solstice Matariki Night Light Bike Ride” was attended, and flyers were distributed to ensure cyclists had access to the different projects.

5.16 Flyers were made available in the Christchurch Adventure Park, as well as local businesses, Oderings Garden Centre, Urban Eatery, and Cashmere Early Learning Centre.

5.17 A meeting was held with the owner of Oderings to discuss the project. Oderings indicated they were unhappy with the proposal, the time to construct, overspending, loss of parking, and that this cycleway will not cater to Oderings customers. They asked if a signalised crossing were to be installed, that sensors ensure the crossing does not go off without a person there, to avoid congestion.

5.18 Key stakeholder meetings throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, FENZ, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly, further informed projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.19 Feedback on the plans could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint Map, by making a submission, or both.

5.20 A total of 135 submissions and 143 comments were made on the project. 126 submissions were made in the interactive Social Pinpoint Map, and 9 submissions were made via email/PDF. Submissions were made by Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board, Cashmere Early Learning Centre, Oderings Nurseries Ltd, Cumbria Lane Residents Group, Westmorland Residents’ Association, the Disabled Persons Assembly, and 129 individuals. All submissions and comments are available in Attachment B.

On the Social Pinpoint Map, the project received a total of 292 upvotes, 69 downvotes, and 143 comments. Downvotes were prominent for Site 1 – Penruddock Rise, with 24 downvotes.

Summary from social pinpoint interactions

Project pin	Comments	Upvotes	Downvotes
Overall pin	28	59	9
Site 1 - Penruddock Rise	45	38	24
Site 2 - Cashmere Road	13	24	7
Site 3 - Cashmere Road	12	25	4
Site 4 - Oderings Garden Centre	16	33	8
Site 5 - Opihi Street	10	25	5
Site 6 - Cashmere Road	8	30	6
Site 7 – Cashmere Road/Hoon Hay Road	11	58	6
Total	143	292	69

5.21 Comment sentiment was analysed in addition to submissions, where majority of the comments were negative (45.5%), 23.1% were mixed, and another 21.7% were positive.

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5.22 Submitters were asked for their methods of travel through this area. The majority (88.1%) of submitters use this area via car (as the driver):

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5.23 Submitters were split on whether they felt this proposal would improve safety for cycling, with 36.5% agreeing, 26.2% agreeing somewhat, and 31.7% disagreeing:

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5.24 This sentiment differed slightly depending on whether they live on the affected streets (i.e. Cashmere Road, Penruddock Rise), live in local suburbs (i.e. Cashmere, Westmorland, Hoon Hay), or live elsewhere:

Do you think this proposal will improve safety for cycling?	Live on affected streets	Live in local suburbs	Live elsewhere
Yes	9	25	12
Somewhat	10	22	1
No	11	24	5
Don't know / Not sure	0	7	0

5.25 Submitters were also split on their support to install a raised signalised crossing outside Oderings Garden Centre, with 45.6% not supporting, 26.2% somewhat supporting, and 36.5% supporting:

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5.26 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below. Note that there could be cross-over between those making comments and making submissions:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Support for the dedicated cycleway · Discussing how a dedicated cycleway would address safety concerns cycling in the area	29	36	65
Concern at the Penruddock Rise intersection · Narrowing the intersection would result in congestion, due to removing the left turning lane, and reducing the width of the road with two refuge islands	26	39	65
Concern around the need for a dedicated cycleway · Lack of overall need of a dedicated cycleway, discussed that it would be money wasted, removing width of the road, restricting flow for cars and resulting in some cyclists still using the road, and that Sparks Road is already a good enough cycleway	8	15	23
Concern about loss of parking · Concern on the amount of loss of parking and the impact on residents and their families accessing houses resulting from a dedicated cycleway	10	10	20
Concern about the signalised crossing location · Suggestions to shift this crossing either east or west, as current proposed location will not cater to pedestrians - it would not be used to cross to Oderings	5	11	16
Concern about raised safety platforms · Raised safety platforms will negatively contribute to congestion, and that it wears on car suspension, and makes travelling uncomfortable for those in vehicles, as well as the impact on heavier vehicles	3	11	14
Concern on the width of the shared path · 3m not wide enough for the shared pathway · Most agreed with the shared path, but wanted it to be further pushed out from the road to increase safety and further delineate shared use	6	6	12
Concern that the cycleway will not cater to all cyclists · Not every cyclist would be using this dedicated cycleway in this area, due to how many pelotons cycle two to three abreast, and will likely contribute to further congestion as a result	6	6	12

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Extend cycleway / investigate other routes · Extend the cycle connection to Sparks Road on Hendersons Road past the wetlands · Extend the cycle connection along the river past Princess Margaret Hospital · Increase cycling safety at the Hoon Hay intersection and on the bridge over Cashmere Stream	29	62	91
Request for traffic lights / roundabout at Penruddock Rise · Proposed roundabout or traffic light treatment instead of pedestrian refuge islands to address safety and congestion	11	10	21
Request to reseal road · Address condition of the road and cycleway before putting this treatment in, or instead of a dedicated cycleway altogether	4	8	12
Request for more treatments at side streets · Consistency of crossings across Leistrella Road, Mavin Road and Kaiwara Street to have raised intersections, better pedestrian facilities and kerb buildouts	6	3	9
Address flooding · Surface flooding with a lack of stormwater drain between Kairwara Street and Mavin Road, as well as outside Oderings · Investigate ground conditions generally before installing a cycleway	4	3	7
Change the treatment to a bidirectional cycleway · Several requests came through to install a bidirectional cycleway to retain some parking	4	2	6
Fix the Francis Reserve footbridge · Address the Francis Reserve broken footbridge to enhance cycling safety in the project area	1	3	4

Changes made to the scheme as a result of consultation feedback

5.27 Reallocated space of existing carriageway to increase the width of the separated cycleway on both sides of Cashmere Road.

5.28 Inclusion of Give Way controls at the intersections of Leistrella Road, Kaiwara Street, Opihi Street and Mavin Road.

5.29 Relocate the raised safety platform crossing outside Oderings Garden Centre further east.

5.30 Increase the centre island on Cashmere Road near Penruddock Rise and remove the crossing facility at this point.

5.31 Provide allocated space delineation to shared path for cyclists and pedestrians at Penruddock Rise intersection.

5.32 The bus stop opposite Francis Reserve will not become an in-lane stop and will remain within the road shoulder.

Responses to comments and feedback not included in the final scheme

5.33 Francis Reserve footbridge – This footbridge is due for renewal and this is planned to be complete by the end of 2023. This is being delivered by the Parks Unit as a separate project.

5.34 Retaining the left turn slip lane on Cashmere Road at Penruddock Rise – The removal of the left turn lane will assist right turners out of Penruddock Rise. Currently westbound traffic on Cashmere Road can travel through the intersection unimpeded. With the removal of the left turn lane, westbound traffic on Cashmere Road will have to slow down for left turning traffic into Penruddock giving right turners out of Cashmere Road an opportunity to go.

5.35 Extend the cycle lanes further to the west (towards Hendersons Road and wetlands) and further east – There is a wider cycle plan for the area that is in a preliminary stage that extends the above project on Cashmere Road in both directions.

5.36 Request for signals at Penruddock Rise – Outside the scope of this project and not aligned with the Transport Choices funding criteria.

6. Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic Alignment Te Rautaki Tīaroaro

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

6.2 Transport

6.2.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

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

· Level of Service: 10.5.2 Improve the perception that Christchurch is a cycling friendly city - >=66% resident satisfaction

· Level of Service: 10.5.3 More people are choosing to travel by cycling - >=12,500 average daily cyclist detections

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3 The proposals are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.3.1 The changes proposed align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.3.2 The changes proposed align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

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 not specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

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

6.6 The projects are based on minor changes to, or re-allocation of, existing road spaces, so are not anticipated to have a significant impact on Mana Whenua.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.7.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.7.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.8 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

6.9 The Government’s Emissions Reduction Plan states we will have to ‘substantially improve infrastructure for walking and cycling’ to meet our emissions targets (including a 20% reduction in light Vehicle Kilometres Travelled by 2035 - required under the Emissions Reduction Plan). Improving the quality of our streets for walking and cycling is also a key part of the Ministry of Transport and Waka Kotahi’s efforts to decarbonise the transport system.

6.10 New Zealand has the 5^th highest transport emissions rate per capita among the 43 OECD countries. Petrol or diesel car use is typically the single-biggest contributor to an individual’s carbon footprint in New Zealand.

6.11 From the 2022 Life in Christchurch Transport Survey, 96 percent of respondents travel by car. Respondents find car travel the least difficult means of travel. Inconsiderate and dangerous behaviour from other road users and sharing the road with cars were the main reasons respondents found it difficult to bike.

6.12 The proposed changes make it safer for people walking and cycling, which will have a net positive impact for the climate by helping to reduce transport emissions. Enabling more people to walk or cycle, particularly for local journeys, is a key part of council’s emissions reduction efforts by providing a safe, low emission way for residents to move around the city.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.13 This proposal improves accessibility for people walking and cycling, by providing a safer means of accessing and using our street network.

6.14 Waka Kotahi developed a set of Project Design Parameters to ensure all projects work to collectively meet the programme objectives. The Project Design Parameters require that “the infrastructure should be designed for children and people with visual, mobility, or cognitive impairments. If the infrastructure works for them, it will work for a wider spectrum of the population who are interested in walking and cycling but concerned for their safety.” Transport Choices projects have been designed in accordance with these requirements.

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement - the total project estimate is $3,096,399. This is inclusive of design and project management.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs – $17,566 per year additional costs associated with coloured surfacing, cycle lane separators, new signalised crossing and sweeping costs. These costs will be eligible for Waka Kotahi subsidy at Council’s 51% Funding Assistance Rate. The net maintenance cost for the full Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Councils capital programme:

7.3.1 ID 72759, Transport Choices 2022 – Westmorland Cycle Connection, $1,334,668.

7.4 There is a budget shortfall of $1,761,731 within ID #727759 to meet the project funding requirements presently. The additional budget will be sourced by reallocating budget within the Transport Choices programme. Expenditure on the Transport Choices programme is forecast to be $25.3 million, which compares to $26.8 million budget. It is proposed to align individual project budgets in conjunction with Waka Kotahi physical works funding approvals.

7.5 Waka Kotahi through the Transport Choices programme will be funding the project up to an agreed value which is calculated as 90% of the expected implementation cost. The remaining 10% is Council’s share.

7.6 Under the cost share agreement with Waka Kotahi, funding approvals for individual Transport Choices projects are approved through two stage gates: design and physical works. All Transport Choices projects have agreed funding schedules for design. Individual project schedules for physical works are required to be agreed and approved prior to 20 October 2023. In approving funding for physical works, Waka Kotahi will consider:

7.6.1 The project is in accordance with the scope and design approved by Waka Kotahi.

7.6.2 Project costs are in accordance with expectations.

7.6.3 Ability to deliver the project prior to June 2024.

7.7 The staff recommendations of this report include that Council’s approval of this project is conditional on a funding agreement with Waka Kotahi being in place for the physical works.

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023/24.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

8.3 Part 1, Clauses 7 and 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.4 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

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

9.1 Scope – Waka Kotahi has governed the scope and design of the project to align with programme KPI’s and consistency with Transport Choices design parameters. Departing from the recommendations of this report creates a risk that Waka Kotahi would not agree to fund the physical works phase of the project.

9.2 Delivery – Transport Choices funding is subject to delivery being complete by June 2024. Waka Kotahi has established additional milestones to track progress. Delays in approval of the projects would impact on the timeframe for delivery.

9.3 Funding security - the Transport Choices funding agreement between Council and Waka Kotahi presently covers this project for design only, and a further stage gate approval is required to gain funding approval for construction. The instruction of physical works will be withheld until an implementation agreement is in place.

9.4 Implementation cost uncertainty – the funding agreement with Waka Kotahi places the risk of cost variations with Council. This risk is being managed by minimising price uncertainty and building contingency into the funding agreement.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Westmorland Cycle Connection Scheme Plans	23/1386853	28
b ⇩	Westmorland - Submission Table (Public)	23/1372181	31

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Chris Strydom - Project Manager

Wayne Gallot - Senior Transportation Engineer

Ann Tomlinson - Project Manager

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

Alanna Warhurst - Project Manager

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

Council

21 September 2023

6. Transport Choices - Little River Link Cycle Connections (Simeon Street)
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1168779
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Andrew Cameron, Project Manager Transport, andrew.cameron@ccc.govt.nz; Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport, Jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.1 The purpose of this report is to inform the Council of feedback received, and for the Council to approve the design to proceed to construction for the Transport Choices Little River Link Cycle Connections (Simeon Street) project.

1.2 The origin of this report is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme.

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

1. Approves that construction of the Little River Link Cycle Connections (Simeon Street) project is conditional on implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

2. Approves the following recommendations required for the implementation of the Little River Link Cycle Connections (Simeon Street) project, relying on its powers under the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and Part 21 of the Local Government Act 1974.

3. Approves that the traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions described in resolutions 4-120 take effect when infrastructure, signage and/or road markings that evidence the controls and restrictions are in place (or removed in the case of revocations) and, in the case of traffic signal infrastructure, activated.

Revocations and General

4. Approves that any previously approved resolutions made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act or any Land Transport Rule and pertaining to the existing uni-directional (southbound) off-road cycle path on the east side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 6 metres from its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel to the Simeon Street boundary, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 13 metres, be revoked. This includes the existing Give Way control on the northern off-road cycle path approach to the Simeon Street cul de sac turning head.

5. Approves that any previously approved resolutions made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act or any Land Transport Rule and pertaining to traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions (but excluding speed limits) on Simeon Street commencing at a point 38 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel to the Simeon Street boundary, and extending in a southerly then southeasterly direction to its intersection with Milton Street, be revoked.

6. Notes that recommendation 3 specifically excludes existing traffic controls, stopping and parking restrictions around the Simeon Street cul de sac turning head, the left turn slip lane from the Simeon Street cul de sac to Brougham Street and shared path connection between the Simeon Street cul de sac and Brougham Street on the west side of Simeon Street.

7. Approves that any previously approved resolutions made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act or any Land Transport Rule and pertaining to traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions within 30 metres of the respective intersections of Simeon Street with Andrews Crescent, Howard Street, Diamond Avenue, Rosewarne Street, Coronation Street, Sydney Street, Elstow Place, Bletsoe Avenue, Rosebery Street, Sugden Street, Meadowville Avenue, Althelston Street and Milton Street be revoked.

8. Notes that recommendation 5 specifically excludes the intersection of Simeon Street with Brougham Street, for which Christchurch City Council is not the road controlling authority.

9. Notes that the distance of 30 metres referenced in recommendation 5 is measured from existing kerb alignments, whereas references to distances in the following recommendations hereinafter are measured from existing kerb alignments where these are retained or new kerb alignments where these have been modified as shown on plan(s) TP362301 sheets 1-4 (Little River Cycle Connections: Simeon Street, Issue 1, dated 08/2023) and attached to this report as Attachment A.

10. Approves the road layout, including all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands and road markings on Simeon Street, commencing at a point 38 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street, and extending in a southerly then southeasterly direction to its intersection with Milton Street, and on intersecting road approaches to Simeon Street (excluding Brougham Street), as detailed on plan(s) TP362301 sheets 1-4 (Little River Cycle Connections: Simeon Street, Issue 1, dated 08/2023) and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Bi-Directional Cycle Facility

11. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that an off-road bi-directional cycle path, for the use of cycles only, be established on the east side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 6 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel to the Simeon Street road boundary and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

12. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated bi-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only, be established on the east side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 38 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel to the Simeon Street road boundary and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 131 metres.

13. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated bi-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only, be established on the east side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 197 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel to the Simeon Street road boundary and extending in a southerly then southeasterly direction (on the northeast side of Simeon Street) to a point 5 metres northwest of its intersection with Rosewarne Street.

14. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated bi-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only, be established on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 5 metres southeast of its intersection with Rosewarne Street and extending in a southeasterly direction to a point 18 metres northwest of its intersection with Coronation Street.

15. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated bi-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only, be established on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 18 metres southeast of its intersection with Coronation Street and extending in a southeasterly direction to a point 6 metres northwest of its intersection with Sydney Street.

16. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated bi-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only, be established on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 6 metres southeast of its intersection with Sydney Street and extending in a southeasterly direction to a point 5 metres northwest of its intersection with Elstow Place.

17. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated bi-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only, be established on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 11 metres southeast of its intersection with Elstow Place and extending in a southeasterly direction to a point 6 metres northwest of its intersection with Bletsoe Avenue.

18. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated bi-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only, be established on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 7 metres southeast of its intersection with Bletsoe Avenue and extending in a southeasterly direction to a point 5 metres northwest of its intersection with Rosebery Street.

19. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated bi-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only, be established on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 5 metres southeast of its intersection with Rosebery Street and extending in a southeasterly direction to a point 6 metres northwest of its intersection with Meadowville Avenue.

20. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated bi-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only, be established on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 5 metres southeast of its intersection with Meadowville Avenue and extending in a southeasterly direction to a point 12 metres northwest of its intersection with Milton Street.

Cycle Lanes

21. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling in a northeast direction, be established on the northwest side of Coronation Street commencing at a point 14 metres southwest of its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeasterly direction to a point 37 metres northeast of its intersection with Simeon Street. This reinstates an existing special vehicle (cycle) lane on this section of Coronation Street and ties in to the existing special vehicle (cycle) lane continuing further northeast that is not affected by this project.

22. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling in a southwest direction, be established on the southeast side of Coronation Street commencing at a point 30 metres northeast of its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction to a point 18 metres southwest of its intersection with Simeon Street. This reinstates an existing special vehicle (cycle) lane on this section of Coronation Street and ties in to the existing special vehicle (cycle) lane connecting from further northeast that is not affected by this project.

23. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling in a northeast direction, be established on the northwest side of Athelstan Street commencing at a point 30 metres southwest of its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeasterly direction to a point 20 metres southwest of its intersection with Simeon Street. This reinstates an existing special vehicle (cycle) lane on this section of Athelstan Street and ties in to the existing special vehicle (cycle) lane connecting from further southwest that is not affected by this project.

24. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling in a southwest direction, be established on the southeast side of Athelstan Street commencing at a point 20 metres southwest of its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction to a point 30 metres southwest of its intersection with Simeon Street. This reinstates an existing special vehicle (cycle) lane on this section of Athelstan Street and ties in to the existing special vehicle (cycle) lane continuing further southwest that is not affected by this project

25. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling in a northeast direction, be established on the northwest side of Milton Street commencing at a point 30 metres southwest of its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeasterly direction to a point 34 metres northeast of its intersection with Simeon Street. This reinstates an existing special vehicle (cycle) lane on this section of Milton Street and ties in to the existing special vehicle (cycle) lane continuing in both the northeast and southwest directions that are not affected by this project.

26. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a special vehicle lane for the use of cycles travelling in a southwest direction, be established on the southeast side of Milton Street commencing at a point 30 metres northeast of its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction to a point 30 metres southwest of its intersection with Simeon Street. This reinstates an existing special vehicle (cycle) lane on this section of Milton Street and ties in to the existing special vehicle (cycle) lane continuing in both the northeast and southwest directions that are not affected by this project.

Shared Paths

27. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path be resolved in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on the east side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 170 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel with the Simeon Street boundary and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 31 metres from its intersection with Simeon Street. This Shared Path is for use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

28. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path be resolved in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 19 metres northwest of its intersection with Coronation Street and extending in a southeast direction to its intersection with Coronation Street and then in a northeast direction on the northwest side of Coronation Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeast direction to a point 13 metres from its intersection with Simeon Street. This Shared Path is for use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

29. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path be resolved in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 18 metres southeast of its intersection with Coronation Street and extending in a northwest direction to its intersection with Coronation Street and then in a northeast direction on the southeast side of Coronation Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeast direction to a point 13 metres from its intersection with Simeon Street. This Shared Path is for use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

30. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path be resolved in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 12 metres northwest of its intersection with Milton Street and extending in a southeast direction to its intersection with Milton Street and then in a northeast direction on the northwest side of Milton Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeast direction to a point 22 metres from its intersection with Simeon Street. This Shared Path is for use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

31. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path be resolved in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on the southeast side of Milton Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeast direction to a point 22 metres from its intersection with Simeon Street. This Shared Path is for use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

Priority Controlled Crossings

32. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a pedestrian crossing be resolved and established on a raised platform in accordance with Section 8.2 of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on Simeon Street (including across the separated cycle facility detailed in recommendation 9) commencing at a point 6 metres north of its intersection with Andrews Crescent and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 3 metres.

33. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a pedestrian crossing be resolved and established on a raised platform in accordance with Section 8.2 of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on Simeon Street (including across the separated cycle facility detailed in recommendation 10) commencing at a point 9 metres south of its intersection with Howard (being the intersecting point of the prolongation of the Howard Street and Simeon Street kerb lines) and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 3 metres.

34. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a pedestrian crossing be resolved and established on a raised platform in accordance with Section 8.2 of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on Coronation Street commencing at a point 9.5 metres northeast of its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeast direction for a distance of 3 metres.

35. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a priority cycle crossing be established on a raised platform on Coronation Street commencing at a point 6.5 metres northeast of its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeast direction for a distance of 3 metres and further approves that Give Way controls are placed against traffic travelling northeast and southwest on Coronation Street on each approach to this cycle crossing requiring that traffic to give way to users of the cycle crossing facility (in addition to users of the adjacent pedestrian crossing). These Give Way controls are to be evidenced by signs and/or markings installed in accordance with Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

36. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a pedestrian crossing be resolved and established on a raised platform in accordance with Section 8.2 of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 across the separated cycle facility on the northeast side of Simeon Street (if approved in accordance with recommendation 17) commencing at a point 48 metres northwest of the intersection of Simeon Street with Milton Street and extending in a northwest direction for a distance of 2 metres.

37. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a signalised roadway crossing for the use of pedestrians and cycles be installed on Milton Street, commencing at a point 16 metres northeast of its intersection with Simeon Street (northwest leg) and extending in a northeast direction for a distance of 5 metres. The signalised crossing is to be installed and operated in accordance with relevant sections of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Intersection Controls

38. Approves that the off-road bi-directional cycle path described in recommendation 9 at its north approach to the Simeon Street cul de sac head be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

39. Approves that the separated bi-directional cycle facility described in recommendation 10 at its south approach to the Simeon Street cul de sac head be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

40. Approves that the separated bi-directional cycle facility described in recommendation 11 at its northwest approach to Rosewarne Street be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

41. Approves that the separated bi-directional cycle facility described in recommendation 12 at its southeast approach to Rosewarne Street be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

42. Approves that the northeast approach of Rosewarne Street at its intersection with Simeon Street be controlled by a Stop control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

43. Approves that the northwest approach of Simeon Street at its intersection with Coronation Street be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

44. Approves that the southeast approach of Simeon Street at its intersection with Coronation Street be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

45. Approves that the separated bi-directional cycle facility described in recommendation 13 at its northwest approach to Sydney Street be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

46. Approves that the northeast approach of Sydney Street at its intersection with Simeon Street be controlled by a Stop control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

47. Approves that the separated bi-directional cycle facility described in recommendation 14 at its southeast approach to Sydney Street and at its northwest approach to Elstow Place be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

48. Approves that the northeast approach of Elstow Place at its intersection with Simeon Street be controlled by a Stop control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

49. Approves that the separated bi-directional cycle facility described in recommendation 15 at its southeast approach to Elstow Place and at its northwest approach to Bletsoe Avenue be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

50. Approves that the northeast approach of Bletsoe Avenue at its intersection with Simeon Street be controlled by a Stop control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

51. Approves that the separated bi-directional cycle facility described in recommendation 16 at its southeast approach to Bletsoe Avenue and at its northwest approach to Rosebery Street be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

52. Approves that the northeast approach of Rosebery Street at its intersection with Simeon Street be controlled by a Stop control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

53. Approves that the separated bi-directional cycle facility described in recommendation 17 at its southeast approach to Rosebery Street and at its northwest approach to Meadowville Avenue be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

54. Approves that the northeast approach of Meadowville Avenue at its intersection with Simeon Street be controlled by a Stop control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

55. Approves that the separated bi-directional cycle facility described in recommendation 18 at its southeast approach to Meadowville Avenue be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

56. Approves that the southwest approach of Athelstan Street at its intersection with Simeon Street be controlled by a Stop control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

57. Approves that the northwest approach of Simeon Street at its intersection with Milton Street be controlled by a Stop control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

58. Approves that the southeast approach of Simeon Street at its intersection with Milton Street be controlled by a Stop control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Stopping and Parking Restrictions – West / Southwest Side (including side roads)

59. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the west side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 38 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel to the Simeon Street road boundary, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 5 metres.

60. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the west side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Andrews Crescent and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 35 metres.

61. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the north side of Andrews Crescent commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 30 metres. This reinstates existing stopping restrictions on this section of Andrews Crescent and ties in to the existing stopping restrictions continuing further west that are not affected by this project.

62. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the south side of Andrews Crescent commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

63. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the west side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Andrews Crescent and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

64. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the west side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Howard Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

65. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the north / northwest side of Howard Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a west / southwesterly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

66. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southeast side of Howard Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street (being the intersecting point of the prolongation of the Howard Street and Simeon Street kerb lines) and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

67. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the west side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Howard Street (being the intersecting point of the prolongation of the Howard Street and Simeon Street kerb lines) and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 23 metres.

68. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a Bus Stop for scheduled bus services only (per the definition of bus service in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the west side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 38 metres south of its intersection with Howard Street (being the intersecting point of the prolongation of the Howard Street and Simeon Street kerb lines) and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 13 metres. This reinstates existing Metro Bus Stop ID 22810.

69. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Diamond Avenue and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

70. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northwest side of Diamond Avenue commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

71. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southeast side of Diamond Avenue commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

72. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Diamond Avenue and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 25 metres.

73. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Coronation Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 23 metres.

74. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northwest side of Coronation Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 16 metres.

75. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southeast side of Coronation Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

76. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Coronation Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 28 metres.

77. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 107 metres northwest of its intersection with Sugden Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 34 metres.

78. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Sugden Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

79. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northwest side of Sugden Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

80. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southeast side of Sugden Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

81. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Sugden Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 7 metres.

82. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 68 metres southeast of its intersection with Sugden Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

83. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Athelstan Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 11 metres.

84. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northwest side of Athelstan Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 21 metres.

85. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southeast side of Athelstan Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

86. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Athelstan Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 8 metres.

87. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Milton Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 8 metres.

88. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northwest side of Milton Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 30 metres. This reinstates existing stopping restrictions on this section of Milton Street and ties in to the existing stopping restrictions continuing further southwest that are not affected by this project.

89. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southeast side of Milton Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 30 metres. This reinstates existing stopping restrictions on this section of Milton Street and ties in to the existing stopping restrictions continuing further southwest that are not affected by this project.

Stopping and Parking Restrictions – East / Northeast Side (including side roads)

90. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the east side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 38 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel to the Simeon Street boundary, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 130 metres.

91. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of vehicles on the east side of Simeon Street be restricted to a maximum time limit of 3 minutes between 8:00 am and 9:30 am and between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm on school days only, commencing at a point 168 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel with the Simeon Street boundary and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 29 metres.

92. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the east side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 197 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel to the Simeon Street boundary and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 41 metres.

93. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the east side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 288 metres south of its intersection with Brougham Street when measured in a straight line parallel to the Simeon Street boundary and extending in a southerly then southeasterly direction for a distance of 25 metres.

94. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 78 metres northwest of its intersection with Rosewarne Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 5 metres.

95. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 50 metres northwest of its intersection with Rosewarne Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 6 metres.

96. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Rosewarne Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 5 metres.

97. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northwest side of Rosewarne Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 35 metres. This reinstates existing stopping restrictions on this section of Rosewarne Street and ties in to the existing stopping restrictions continuing further northwest that are not affected by this project.

98. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southeast side of Rosewarne Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 12 metres. This reinstates existing stopping restrictions on this section of Rosewarne Street.

99. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Rosewarne Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

100. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Coronation Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

101. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northwest side of Coronation Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 29 metres. This reinstates existing stopping restrictions on this section of Coronation Street.

102. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southeast side of Coronation Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 28 metres. This reinstates existing stopping restrictions on this section of Coronation Street.

103. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Coronation Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 16 metres.

104. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 48 metres southeast of its intersection with Coronation Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 7 metres.

105. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Sydney Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 11 metres.

106. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Sydney Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 11 metres.

107. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 21 metres northwest of its intersection with Elstow Place and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 6 metres.

108. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Elstow Place and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 8 metres.

109. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Elstow Place and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 11 metres.

110. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Bletsoe Avenue and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 52 metres.

111. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Bletsoe Avenue and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

112. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 24 metres southeast of its intersection with Bletsoe Avenue and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 7 metres.

113. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Rosebery Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

114. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Rosebery Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

115. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Meadowville Avenue and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 66 metres.

116. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at its intersection with Meadowville Avenue and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 113 metres.

117. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that a Bus Stop for scheduled bus services only (per the definition of bus service in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 113 metres southeast of its intersection with Meadowville Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 13 metres. This reinstates existing Metro Bus Stop ID 54021.

118. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Simeon Street commencing at a point 126 metres southeast of its intersection with Meadowville Avenue and extending in a southeasterly direction to its intersection with Milton Street.

119. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northwest side of Milton Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 34 metres. This reinstates existing stopping restrictions on this section of Milton Street and ties in to the existing stopping restrictions continuing further northeast that are not affected by this project.

120. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southeast side of Milton Street commencing at its intersection with Simeon Street and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 30 metres. This reinstates existing stopping restrictions on this section of Milton Street and ties in to the existing stopping restrictions continuing further northeast that are not affected by this project.

3. Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1 This project is funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348 million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund.

3.3 The Little River Link Cycle Connections Improvements project was included within the Transport Choices programme due to alignment with the “deliver strategic cycling/micro mobility networks” investment category of the programme.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

4.1 Transport Choices funding was allocated to Local Authorities through an Expression of Interest process administered by Waka Kotahi. Through that process Christchurch City Council submitted a package of projects that was developed by consideration of:

· Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding;

· Focusing investments in certain suburbs;

· Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes;

· Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme;

· Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

4.2 All 14 projects submitted for Transport Choices funding were accepted by Waka Kotahi. However, in deciding to include the Transport Choices programme in the Draft Annual Plan, Council decided to include 11 projects in the programme and defer a number of business-as-usual projects by 12 months to enable the Transport Choices programme to be adequately resourced.

Project Options Considered

4.3 The following three options were considered with only option 3 being put through scheme design.

4.3.1 Option 1 - Low impact cycle treatments such as painted markings, low complexity stick on type physical road improvements and wayfinding. This option was dropped as it did not meet the latest requirements for Waka Kotahi cycle facility design which places a greater emphasis on separated cycle facilities that better cater for at risk and less confident user groups. Therefore this would be unlikely to gain funding through the Transport Choices programme.

4.3.2 Option 2 - Uni-direction in road cycle lanes. This option was rejected as it did not provide separation and would require the removal of all on street parking which would most likely not have been supported by the residents of Simeon Street. The lack of separation means this would be unlikely to gain funding through the Transport Choices programme.

4.3.3 Option 3 - Bi-directional separated cycle facility on the east side of Simeon Street. This scheme was retained as it met Waka Kotahi design guidance and maintained the highest level of on street parking which was considered to attract the greatest support from the residents of Simeon Street.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

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

5.1.1 Spreydon Ward

5.1.2 Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board

5.2 Simeon Street has been selected for a cycle facility to progress the strategic cycle network providing connectivity from residential areas to major cycle routes and key facilities.

5.3 Simeon Street is categorised as a local road with an average daily traffic count ranging from 2,250 vehicles per day, adjacent to the Barrington Mall, to 1,774 vehicles per day north of Coronation Street. Pedestrian, cycle, and scooter counts were taken on Simeon Street between Milton Street and Athelstan Street in February 2023 between 7:00 am and 6:30 pm providing the following data.

North bound			South bound
Scooter	Bicycle	Pedestrian	Scooter	Bicycle	Pedestrian
16	177	173	14	176	179

5.4 The numbers of people currently choosing Simeon Street over other cycle facilities in the surrounding area highlights the desirability of Simeon Street to connect into the wider existing cycle network. Currently Simeon Street does not have a cycle facility so has a poor level of service for less confident and more at-risk cycle groups such as children.

5.5 Simeon Street currently has the following characteristics:

· One bus route, the 120 running from Milton to Athelstan and Howard to Coronation streets.

· Trucking movements for the Barrington Mall entering Simeon Street from either Milton Street or Coronation Street.

· Spreydon Fire Station is situated at 77 Simeon Street with vehicles exiting out of Simeon Street on to Coronation Street and Milton Street.

· Te Kura Taumata Addington School, with a role of 268 years 1-6, has its entrance adjacent to Simeon Park.

· Approximately 225 residential properties.

· Connects two major cycle routes, Little River Link and Quarryman’s Trail.

5.6 The proposed design, refer Attachment A, provides for a bi-directional cycle facility on the east side of Simeon Street between Milton Street and Brougham Street with the following additional facilities:

· Cycle and pedestrian crossing facility at Coronation Street.

· Signalised crossing on Milton Street.

· Pedestrian crossing facility south of Howard Street.

· Pedestrian crossing facility north of Andrews Crescent.

· Raised platform at bus stop located at 14 Simeon Street.

· Timed parking area adjacent to Simeon Park to cater for school pick up/drop off.

Parking impacts

5.7 There are currently approximately 204 on-street parking spaces on Simeon Street from Milton Street intersection to Brougham Street. There are parking spaces available on the 11 side streets, however these have not been counted, as they are unaffected by the proposal.

5.8 There are approximately 115 parking spaces on the east side of Simeon Street, of which 76 will be removed under the proposed scheme to install the bi-directional separated cycle facility.

5.9 There are approximately 89 parking spaces on the west side of Simeon Street, of which 11 will be removed to maintain traffic flow under the proposed scheme.

Responses to Public Consultation Feedback

Loss of parking

5.10 The preferred option is a compromise between meeting Waka Kotahi’s Transport Choices design parameters for cycle projects and minimise the loss of parking to residents on Simeon Street. Since the consultation there have been six additional parking spaces removed over four locations in response to the Safe Systems Audit. Six parking spaces have been added adjacent to Simeon Park with P3 at school drop off and pick up times.

School Safety

5.11 Two pedestrian crossings have been added to allow for safer crossing of Simeon Street in the vicinity of the Addington School entrance at Simeon Park. This will also make Howard Street a safer option for parents to park thus providing greater numbers of safe parking options to parents.

Sentiment that a cycleway is not needed

5.12 Comments were received that Simeon Street is sufficiently wide enough for current demand, the scheme will make property access less safe, and that money could be better spent elsewhere.

5.13 Physical separation of the cycleway is a Waka Kotahi design requirement for streets with the volume carried by Simeon Street. The physical separation caters for those less confident and at-risk groups, such as children, that these facilities are aimed to attract. It is noted that some confident cyclists may be more comfortable with the current situation and that bi-directional cycleways do have some minor additional risk associated with driveways. This is outweighed by the additional protection provided by the physical separation, noting that Simeon Street has regular truck and bus movements.

5.14 Transport Choices funding is not transferable to projects outside of the current allocation, and projects allocated funding from Waka Kotahi are required to meet Waka Kotahi’s design requirements for funding to be approved.

Concern over the width of Simeon Street for the movement of traffic

5.15 There is some concern around navigating around parked cars, driveways and intersections, including concern for fire trucks turning out of the fire station. The narrowing of streets leads to overall lower vehicle speeds, which when combined with the approved change to a 30kph limit on Simeon Street, will result in a safer environment for all road users.

5.16 The consultation plan included No Stopping lines adjacent to the fire station to allow for fire trucks to exit. Post-consultation, the separator width has been reduced further to maximise space for fire trucks to manoeuvre. Parking restrictions have been proposed strategically to prevent parked vehicles from becoming an obstruction to the movement of traffic.

Cycleway extension

5.17 A connection to Quarryman’s Trail at Roker Street was requested. This section of Simeon Street has very low traffic volumes so the impact to residents currently outweighs the benefits of continuing the bi-directional cycle facility at this location.

Wayfinding / road sharing signage

5.18 More signage for cyclists, such as more road paint markings at intersections, give way signs, and a wayfinding sign from the cycleway has been requested. The detailed design stage will include a check that all signage/road markings/wayfinding is in accordance with best practice.

Reduce speed for this area

5.19 The speed limit on Simeon Street has been approved as 30kph as part of the Safe Speed Neighbourhood’s project.

Preference for other routes to be prioritised and improvements at other locations

5.20 Simeon Street is considered a priority due to the location of Barrington Mall, the connection of two major cycleways, location of Te Kura Taumata Addington School and the number of cyclists currently using this street. Requested cycle connections to Spreydon Domain and Barrington Park are outside the scope of this project.

Request for a fully signalised crossing at Coronation Street

5.21 Current traffic volumes do not promote the use of a signalised crossing at the Simeon Street / Coronation Street intersection.

Additional traffic calming for the Howard Street / Simeon Street intersection

5.22 The kerb buildouts proposed at the Howard Street / Simeon Street intersection cannot be increased further as this would impede the bus on the 120 route.

Resurfacing Simeon Street

5.23 Reseals are carried out under the maintenance contract/budget and are programmed a year in advance, with Simeon Street not programmed for this financial year.

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.24 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.25 In early June, staff met with Barrington Mall to discuss the upcoming project and access concerns. Barrington Mall raised concerns with the overall project and asked a number of questions about their entrance and turning circles for heavy vehicles. Staff provided a response for these questions on the safety assessments conducted for trucks accessing the mall.

5.26 Consultation started on 16 June 2023 and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, AA, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision, Environment Canterbury, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Te Kura Taumata Addington School, The Spreydon Neighbourhood Network and Barrington Mall. The consultation was posted on the council Facebook page, as well as local community groups, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map.

5.27 During consultation, flyers were delivered to residents in the local area, and emails were sent to those who expressed interest in being updated on Way Safer Streets. Those who live on Simeon and side street intersections received consultation letters with scheme plans.

5.28 Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. Digital screens advertised the consultation in Civic Offices, as well as newspaper advertising in The Star and The Southern View. An online targeted advertising campaign ran for the entire consultation period.

5.29 A Christchurch wide cycling event, “Christchurch Winter Solstice Matariki Night Light Bike Ride” was attended, and flyers were distributed to ensure cyclists had access to the different projects.

5.30 Local residents adjacent to the Milton Street raised signalised crossing were doorknocked during consultation to ensure they were aware and understood how to provide feedback. Total responses were limited, but positive about the crossing.

5.31 During consultation, staff met with Fire and Emergency NZ to discuss raised platforms and turning circles, and the impact on response times. Fire and Emergency NZ recommended the plan be updated with more no stopping lines to improve the turning circle for fire trucks. They also recommended that CCC and Waka Kotahi should work with FENZ more closely on raised safety platforms across the city, especially in areas with fire stations.

5.32 After consultation, staff met with Te Kura Taumata Addington School to discuss parent and bus parking and safety issues crossing Coronation and Howard. P3 parking on Simeon and other entrances to the school was requested, as well as addressing the lack of pedestrian crossings from Howard Street to the school.

5.33 After consultation, a public street meeting was also held with staff, the Simeon Park Community group, local residents and elected members to observe traffic behaviour after school and discuss additional improvements and safety concerns, particularly near Harrow Street.

5.34 Key stakeholder meetings were also hosted throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly, to further inform projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.35 Feedback on the plans could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint Map, by making a submission, or both.

5.36 A total of 106 submissions and 101 comments were made on the project. 95 submissions were made in the interactive Social Pinpoint Map, and 11 submissions were made via email/PDF. Submissions were made by Addington Te Kura Taumata, Fire and Emergency NZ, Disabled Persons Assembly, the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board and 102 individuals. All submissions and comments are available in Attachment B.

5.37 On the Social Pinpoint Map, the project received a total of 229 upvotes, 58 downvotes, and 101 comments:

Summary from social pinpoint interactions

Project pin	Comments	Upvotes	Downvotes
Overall project pin	34	77	13
Site 1 – Simeon St / Brougham St/ Howard St	20	36	13
Site 2 - Diamond Ave, Rosewarne St, Coronation St	11	39	9
Site 3 - Sydney St - Rosebery St	8	28	8
Site 4 - Barrington Mall / Milton St	28	49	15
Total	101	229	58

5.38
For comments, sentiment was most positive for the Diamond Avenue, Rosewarne Street, Coronation Street scheme plan. 45.5% of comments on this project were positive, followed by 30.7% mixed.

5.39 Submitters were asked for their methods of travel through this area. The majority (80.4%) of submitters cycle through this area:

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5.40

The majority of submitters felt that this proposal would improve safety for cycling (66.0%):

5.41 This sentiment differed slightly depending on whether they live on the affected streets (i.e. Simeon Street, Coronation Street), live in local suburbs (i.e. Spreydon, Somerfield), or live elsewhere:

Do you think this proposal will improve safety for cycling?	Live on affected streets	Live in local suburbs	Live elsewhere
Yes	11	45	7
Somewhat	2	8	3
No	2	13	1
Don't know/not sure	0	3	0

5.42 The majority of submitters also support the raised signalised crossing on Milton Street (76.3%):

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5.43 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below. Note that there could be cross-over between those making comments and making submissions:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Support the bidirectional cycleway · Focused on the need for cycleway connections and how useful this link would be	39	41	80
Support the Milton Street and Coronation Street crossing treatments · Most mentioned that a connection was needed for Milton Street · Some mentioned enhanced cyclist safety on Coronation Street given the traffic volumes	22	13	35
Concern on loss of parking · Concerns that this plan takes away too many car parks to sustain future need with housing intensification	14	16	30
Feel that a cycleway is not needed here · Perception that Simeon Street is sufficiently wide enough for current cyclist demand · Safety concern for about coming out of their driveways · Dispute cycleway location and how money could be better spent elsewhere	17	12	29
Concern about loss of parking specifically outside the school · Perceive that it will be more difficult for parents to safely take their children to school, and that it’s already difficult enough to navigate · Suggestions to remove the berm outside the school to retain some parking	8	10	18
Concern on width of road for cars as a result of the cycleway · Concern around navigating single lane stretches, driveways and intersections, including concern for fire trucks turning out of the fire station	8	9	17
Other concerns · Preference for other routes to be prioritised · Concern about safety of a bidirectional cycleway · Concerned with the ‘dogleg’ at Milton Street and Coronation Street crossings for cyclists trying to head into town – some may cycle over the grass	15	14	29

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Further traffic calming / pedestrian crossings · More pedestrian crossings near the school · A fully signalised crossing at Coronation Street · A connection to Barrington Park	9	16	25
An extension of the cycleway · A connection to Quarryman’s Trail via Roker Street, as well as through Spreydon Domain and Barrington Park	9	12	21
A better connection for cyclists to Barrington Mall · Lack of a clear crossing point to Barrington Mall	10	8	18
Wayfinding / road sharing signage · More signage for cyclists, such as more road paint markings at intersections, give way signs, and a wayfinding sign from the cycleway	5	5	10
Reduce speed for this area · On Simeon Street where the cycleway is proposed, but particularly near the school	1	9	10
More traffic calming for the Howard Street intersection · Kerb buildout not wide enough, requests for beautification (landscaping and trees) and additional pedestrian crossings at this intersection and near it on Simeon Street to cater to Addington Te Kura Taumatua School	6	3	9
Resealing road · Making the cycleway as smooth as possible · Focus on resealing the road instead of doing the project altogether	1	6	7

6. Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic Alignment Te Rautaki Tīaroaro

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

6.2 Transport

6.2.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

· Level of Service: 10.5.3 More people are choosing to travel by cycling - >=12,500 average daily cyclist detections

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

· Level of Service: 10.5.2 Improve the perception that Christchurch is a cycling friendly city - >=66% resident satisfaction

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3 The recommendations of this report are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.3.1 The changes proposed align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.3.2 The changes proposed align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

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

6.6 The projects are based on minor changes to, or re-allocation of, existing road spaces, so are not anticipated to have a significant impact on Mana Whenua.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.7.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.7.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.8 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

6.11 From the 2022 Life in Christchurch Transport Survey, 96 percent of respondents travel by car. Respondents find car travel the least difficult means of travel: "We use car travel as it is easier. Christchurch is very spread out and to have several buses is not convenient." Inconsiderate and dangerous behaviour from other road users and sharing the road with cars were the main reasons respondents found it difficult to bike.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.13 This proposal improves accessibility for people walking and cycling, by providing a safer means of accessing and using our street network.

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement - the total project estimate is $1,400,000. This is inclusive of all project costs.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs – $15,750 per year additional costs associated with coloured surfacing, cycle lane separators, new signalised crossing and sweeping costs. These costs will be eligible for Waka Kotahi subsidy at Council’s 51% Funding Assistance Rate. The net maintenance cost for the total Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Councils capital programme:

7.3.1 ID 72760, Transport Choices 2022 – Little River Link Cycle Connections $4,303,242

7.4 Waka Kotahi through the Transport Choices programme will be funding the project up to an agreed value which is calculated as 90% of the expected implementation cost. The remaining 10% is Council’s share.

7.5 Under the cost share agreement with Waka Kotahi, funding approvals for individual Transport Choices projects are approved through two stage gates: design and physical works. All Transport Choices projects have agreed funding schedules for design. Individual project schedules for physical works are required to be agreed and approved prior to 20 October 2023. In approving funding for physical works, Waka Kotahi will consider:

7.5.1 The project is in accordance with the scope and design approved by Waka Kotahi.

7.5.2 Project costs are in accordance with expectations.

7.5.3 Ability to deliver the project prior to June 2024.

7.6 The staff recommendations of this report include that Council’s approval of this project is conditional on a funding agreement with Waka Kotahi being in place for the physical works.

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023/24.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

8.3 Part 1, Clauses 7 and 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.4 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

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Scheme design for council approval	23/1351970	107
b ⇩	Simeon Street - Submission Table (Public)	23/1371338	111

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Andrew Cameron - Project Manager

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

Ann Tomlinson - Project Manager

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

Council

21 September 2023

7. Transport Choices - Te Aratai College Cycle Connection
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1162291
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Chris Strydom, Project Manager Transport, chris.strydom@ccc.govt.nz Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport, jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.1 The purpose of this report is to inform the Council of feedback received, and for the Council to approve the design to proceed to construction for the Transport Choices Te Aratai College Cycle Connection project.

1.2 The origin of this report is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme.

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

General

1. Approves the following recommendations required for the implementation of the Transport Choices – Te Aratai Cycle Connection relying on its powers under the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and Part 21 of the Local Government Act 1974.

2. Approves that the traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions described in the recommendations of this report take effect when infrastructure, signage and/or road markings that evidence the controls and restrictions are in place (or removed in the case of revocations) and, in the case of traffic signal infrastructure, activated.

4. Approves that construction of the Te Aratai College Cycle Connection project is conditional on implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

General Arrangements

5. Approves the road layout, including all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands, traffic calming features and road markings on Ensors Road, Aldwins Road, and Buckleys Road, including intersecting road approaches, as detailed on plans titled Te Aratai College Cycle Connection: Signage and Road Marking Plan (Sheet Numbers R01–R09, Revision A, dated 18/08/23) attached to this report as Attachment A.

Cycleways, Shared Paths and Cycle Lanes

6. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling north, be established on the western side of Ensors Road, commencing at its intersection with Grenville Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 89 metres.

7. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling north, be established on the western side of Ensors Road, commencing at its intersection with Grenville Street and extending to its intersection with Frederick Place.

8. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling north, be established on the western side of Ensors Road, commencing at its intersection with Frederick Place and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 51 metres.

9. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the western side of Ensors Road, commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 61 metres. This Shared Path is for use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

10. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 89 metres.

11. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling north, be established on the western side of Aldwins Road, commencing at a distance of 89 metres north of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 329 metres.

12. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the western side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 61 metres.

13. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the southern side of Harrow Street, commencing at its intersection with Aldwins Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 39 metres.

14. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the northern side of Harrow Street, commencing at its intersection with Aldwins Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 53 metres.

15. Approves pursuant to section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act – Traffic Control Devices Rule: 2004 that an eastbound uni-directional cycle lane be established on the northern side of Harrow Street, commencing at its intersection with Aldwins Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 56 metres.

16. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the western side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 60 metres.

17. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling north, be established on the western side of Aldwins, commencing at its intersection with Newcastle Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 34 metres.

18. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling north be established on the western side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Newcastle Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 219 metres.

19. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the western side of Aldwins, commencing at its intersection with Marlborough Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 26 metres.

20. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the western side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Marlborough Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Linwood Avenue.

21. Approves pursuant to section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act – Traffic Control Devices Rule: 2004 that a northbound uni-directional cycle lane be established on the western side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 79 metres.

22. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the eastern side of Ensors Road, commencing at its intersection with Sullivan Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 74 metres.

23. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the eastern side of Ensors, commencing at its intersection with Sullivan Avenue and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Mackenzie Avenue.

24. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the eastern side of Ensors Road, commencing at its intersection with Mackenzie Avenue and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 32 metres.

25. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling south be established on the eastern side of Ensors Road, commencing at a distance 97 metres south of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 166 metres.

26. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the eastern side of Ensors Road, commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 97 metres.

27. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the eastern side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 93 metres.

28. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling south be established on the eastern side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Matlock Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Edmonds Street.

29. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling south be established on the eastern side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Edmonds Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Bass Street.

30. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the eastern side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Bass Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Marcroft Street.

31. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling south be established on the eastern side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Marcroft Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 165 metres.

32. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the eastern side of Aldwins Road, commencing at a point 165 metres north of its intersection with Marcroft Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 35 metres.

33. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated uni-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only travelling south be established on the eastern side of Aldwins Road, commencing at a point of 200 metres north of its intersection with Marcroft Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 147 metres.

34. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path, in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, be established on the eastern side of Aldwins Road, commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 222 metres.

Stopping, Standing and Parking Restrictions

35. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Ensors Road commencing a point 37 metres south of its intersection with Grenville Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 52 metres.

36. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Ensors Road commencing at its intersection with Grenville Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 23 metres.

37. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Ensors Road commencing at its intersection with Grenville Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Frederick Place.

38. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southern side of Frederick Place commencing at its intersection with Ensors Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

39. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northern side of Frederick Place commencing at its intersection with Ensors Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 19 metres.

40. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Ensors Road commencing at its intersection with Frederick Place and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Ferry Road.

41. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southern side of Ferry Road commencing at its intersection with Ensors Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 21 metres.

42. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southern side of Ferry Road commencing a point 36 metres west of its intersection with Ensors Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 35.5 metres.

43. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

44. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing a point 34 metres north of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 7 metres.

45. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that parking of all vehicles is restricted to a maximum period of 60 minutes on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 41 metres north of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

46. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that parking of all vehicles is restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 59 metres north of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

47. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that parking of all vehicles is restricted to a maximum period of 60 minutes on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 71 metres north of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 347 metres.

48. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point173 metres south of its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

49. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 125 metres south of its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 26 metres.

50. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 93 metres south of its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

51. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 74 metres.

52. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southern side of Harrow Street commencing at its intersection with Aldwins Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 39 metres.

53. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northern side of Harrow Street commencing at its intersection with Aldwins Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 55 metres.

54. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 30 metres.

55. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Newcastle Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 50 metres.

56. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Newcastle Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Marlborough Street.

57. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Marlborough Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

58. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 27 metres north of its intersection with Marlborough Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 6 metres.

59. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 45 metres north of its intersection with Marlborough Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

60. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 60 metres north of its intersection with Marlborough Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 22 metres.

61. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 94 metres.

62. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at a point 67 metres south of its intersection with Sullivan Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

63. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at its intersection with Sullivan Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

64. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southern side of Sullivan Avenue commencing at its intersection with Ensors Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

65. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northern side of Sullivan Avenue commencing at its intersection with Ensors Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

66. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at its intersection with Sullivan Avenue and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 27 metres.

67. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at a point 59 metres north of its intersection with Sullivan Avenue and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 71 metres.

68. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at its intersection with Mackenzie Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

69. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at its intersection with Mackenzie Avenue and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 61 metres.

70. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at a point 75 metres north of its intersection with Mackenzie Avenue and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 191 metres.

71. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that parking of all vehicles is restricted to a maximum period of 60 minutes on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at a point 44 metres south of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 40 metres.

72. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at a point 32 metres south of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

73. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

74. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northern side of Ferry Road commencing at its intersection with Aldwins Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 28 metres.

75. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northern side of Ferry Road commencing at a point 43 metres east of its intersection with Aldwins Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 22 metres.

76. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 53 metres.

77. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that parking of all vehicles is restricted to a maximum period of 60 minutes on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at a point 53 metres north of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 40 metres.

78. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Matlock Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

79. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Matlock Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Edmonds Street.

80. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Edmonds Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Bass Street.

81. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Bass Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 150 metres.

82. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Marcroft Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 69 metres.

83. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 74 metres south of its intersection with Marcroft Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 8 metres.

84. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 87 metres south of its intersection with Marcroft Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

85. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Marcroft Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 183 metres.

86. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 172 metres south of its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 196 metres.

87. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 137 metres south of its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

88. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 102 metres south of its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

89. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 54 metres south of its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

90. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 22 metres.

Bus Stops

91. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that a bus stop for scheduled bus services only (in accordance with the definition of ‘bus service’ in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the western side of Ensors Road commencing at a point 23 metres south of its intersection with Grenville Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

92. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 7 that a bus stop for scheduled bus services only (in accordance with the definition of ‘bus service’ in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the southern side of Ferry Road commencing at a point 21 metres west of its intersection with Ensors Road and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

93. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that a bus stop for scheduled bus services only (in accordance with the definition of ‘bus service’ in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 20 metres north of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

94. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that a bus stop for scheduled bus services only (in accordance with the definition of ‘bus service’ in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 181 metres south of its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

95. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that parking be restricted to passenger service vehicles only Monday to Friday on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 151 metres south of its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 22 metres.

96. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that parking be restricted to passenger service vehicles only Monday to Friday on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 106 metres south of its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 19 metres.

97. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that parking be restricted to passenger service vehicles only Monday to Friday on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 74 metres south of its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

98. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that a bus stop for scheduled bus services only (in accordance with the definition of ‘bus service’ in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 30 metres north of its intersection with Harrow Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

99. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that a bus stop for scheduled bus services only (in accordance with the definition of ‘bus service’ in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the western side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 13 metres north of its intersection with Marlborough Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

100. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that a bus stop for scheduled bus services only (in accordance with the definition of ‘bus service’ in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at a point 20 metres south of its intersection with Sullivan Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 23 metres.

101. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that a bus stop for scheduled bus services only (in accordance with the definition of ‘bus service’ in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at a point 61 metres north of its intersection with Mackenzie Avenue and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

102. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that a bus stop for scheduled bus services only (in accordance with the definition of ‘bus service’ in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the eastern side of Ensors Road commencing at a point 18 metres south of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

103. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that a bus stop for scheduled bus services only (in accordance with the definition of ‘bus service’ in Section 5 of the Land Transport Management Act 2003) be installed on the northern side of Ferry Road commencing at a point 27 metres east of its intersection with Aldwins Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

104. Approves pursuant to Clause 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and section 591 of the Local Government Act 1974 that a bus stop is provided on the eastern side of Aldwins Road commencing at a point 183 metres north of its intersection with Marcroft Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

Bus Shelters

105. Approves pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974 the provision of a bus passenger shelter on the western side of Ensors Road (outside 189 Ensors Road) generally centred at a point 24 metres south of its intersection with Grenville Street, as shown on plans titled Te Aratai College Cycle Connection: Signage and Road Marking Plan (Sheet Numbers R01–R09, Revision A, dated 18/08/23) attached to this report as Attachment A.

106. Approves pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974 the provision of a bus passenger shelter on the western side of Aldwins Road (outside 375 Ferry Road) generally centred at a point 29 metres north of its intersection with Ferry Road, as shown on plans titled Te Aratai College Cycle Connection: Signage and Road Marking Plan (Sheet Numbers R01–R09, Revision A, dated 18/08/23) attached to this report as Attachment A.

107. Approves pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974 the provision of a bus passenger shelter on the western side of Aldwins Road (outside 85 Aldwins Road) generally centred at a point 184 metres south of its intersection with Harrow Street, as shown on plans titled Te Aratai College Cycle Connection: Signage and Road Marking Plan (Sheet Numbers R01–R09, Revision A, dated 18/08/23) attached to this report as Attachment A.

108. Approves pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974 the provision of a bus passenger shelter on the western side of Aldwins Road (outside 139 Aldwins Road) generally centred at a point 39 metres north of its intersection with Harrow Street, as shown on plans titled Te Aratai College Cycle Connection: Signage and Road Marking Plan (Sheet Numbers R01–R09, Revision A, dated 18/08/23) attached to this report as Attachment A.

109. Approves pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974 the provision of a bus passenger shelter on the eastern side of Ensors Road (outside 372 Ferry Road) generally centred at a point 34 metres south of its intersection with Ferry Road, as shown on plans titled Te Aratai College Cycle Connection: Signage and Road Marking Plan (Sheet Numbers R01–R09, Revision A, dated 18/08/23) attached to this report as Attachment A.

110. Approves pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974 the provision of a bus passenger shelter on the eastern side of Aldwins Road (outside 116 Aldwins Road) generally centred at a point 188 metres north of its intersection with Marcroft Street, as shown on plans titled Te Aratai College Cycle Connection: Signage and Road Marking Plan (Sheet Numbers R01–R09, Revision A, dated 18/08/23) attached to this report as Attachment A.

3. Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1 This project is primarily funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348 million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund.

3.3 The Te Aratai College Cycle Connection project was included within the Transport Choices programme due to alignment with the “deliver strategic cycling/micro mobility networks” investment category of the programme.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

4.2 Project alignment with the four investment criteria for Transport Choices funding: deliver strategic cycling/micro mobility networks; create walkable neighbourhoods; support safe, green, and healthy school travel; make public transport more reliable and easier to use;

· Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding;

· Focusing investments in certain suburbs;

· Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes;

· Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme;

· Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

Project Options Considered

4.4 The following options were considered:

· Option 1 – Uni-directional cycleway

· Option 2 – Bi-directional cycleway

· Option 3 – Shared paths

4.5 Option 1 - is the recommended option and provides the best alignment with the project and Transport Choices objectives and design parameters. It should be noted that in some locations sections of shared path are proposed where constraints don’t allow for continuation of the uni-directional cycleway.

4.6 Option 2 - during concept design it was determined that there is insufficient existing carriageway width to accommodate a bi-directional cycleway without significant carriageway widening and drainage work. This option has been excluded due to the costs associated with it and the Transport Choices budget constraints.

4.7 Option 3 - Shared paths are generally not supported by the Waka Kotahi Transport Choices design parameters due to conflicts between pedestrians and cyclists. Sections of shared path are included in the recommended option where cyclists are expected to cross the road at existing signalised crossings, and to ensure a suitable tie-in to existing infrastructure to cater for less confident cyclists. Outside Te Aratai College shared paths are proposed due to restricted carriageway width, to guide cyclists accessing Te Aratai College to the signalised crossing point. Shared paths in the vicinity of Ferry Road have been added post consultation to retain parking.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

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

5.1.1 Central and Linwood Wards

5.1.2 Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central and Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Boards

5.2 The recommended option is to install a uni-directional cycleway with some relatively small sections of shared path. This option provides the best alignment with the Transport Choices objectives and design parameters. It should be noted that in some locations sections of shared path are proposed where constraints do not allow for continuation of the uni-directional cycleway.

5.3 The Te Aratai College Cycle Connection project amalgamates scope from four other projects that contribute to the outcomes of the project and will also offer efficiencies in delivery, that scope being:

5.3.1 The raised platform at the Linwood/Buckleys intersection

5.3.2 The raised platform at the Ferry/Ensors/Aldwins intersection, and signal infrastructure upgrades

5.3.3 Existing signalised crossing at Te Aratai College infrastructure renewal

5.3.4 Signals Cable Renewal at the Ferry/Ensors/Aldwins intersection.

5.4 There are two Major Cycle Routes in the vicinity of the recently reconstructed Te Aratai College but there is currently no dedicated connection for students to use. The Major Cycle Routes are designed to be an integrated network of cycleways not only with each other but with key community locations.

5.5 The Te Aratai College cycle connection will complement the Major Cycle Route programme but also help create a safer, more efficient travel option to and from the college, and encourage cycling as the school travel method of choice.

5.6 The Te Aratai College cycle connection project seeks to deliver safe cycle access to Te Aratai College as well as a continuous cycle connection between the Rapanui-Shag Rock Major Cycleway Route and the Heathcote Expressway Major Cycleway Route, and to connect the Sullivan Avenue Ara campus to the Major Cycleway Route network. The safe cycle facilities provided will be suitable for use by ‘interested but concerned’ cyclists.

5.7 Proposed interventions include:

· Cycle paths;

· Signalised intersection improvements;

· Signage and pavement markings; and

· Traffic calming buildouts.

5.8 The project does not include:

· Any significant pavement works or road resurfacing;

· Subsurface three waters infrastructure upgrades; or

· Any highly technical engineered interventions with large cost and time implications.

Parking impacts

5.9 The proposed separated cycle lanes and bus stops will result in the loss of parking throughout the project length.

5.10 There are approximately 250 parking spaces within the project extent currently, noting that these are not marked as individual car parks. Under the proposed scheme design, 76 parking spaces will be retained and 174 parking spaces will be removed.

5.11 The 76 spaces retained includes 19 parking spaces near Ferry Road that were initially proposed to be removed, but have now been retained in response to consultation feedback. These parking spaces include time restrictions to support adjacent businesses.

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.12 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.13 Staff attended a LinWard collective hui (consisting of Te Whare Taonga o Ngā Iwi Katoa (Linwood Resource Centre), Bromley Community Trust, The Loft, CCC Libraries, Christchurch Methodist Mission and St Chads Church and Linwood Avenue Corner Trust) to brief them on Way Safer Streets projects in early June 2023. Recommended engagement tactics were taken on board.

5.14 Consultation started on 16 June and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, AA, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision, ECan, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Linwood Ave School, and The Loft at Eastgate. The consultation was posted on the council Facebook page, as well as local community groups, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map.

5.15 During consultation, flyers were delivered to residents in the local area about the wider Way Safer Streets programme, and emails were sent to those who expressed interest in being updated on Way Safer Streets.

5.16 Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. Digital screens advertised the consultation in Civic Offices and Linwood Library, as well as newspaper advertisements in The Star and The Pegasus Post. Digital billboards were utilised in Linwood, including outside Eastgate Mall. An online targeted campaign ran for the entire consultation period. Footpath decals with QR codes were installed in the project area to direct local pedestrians to the consultation.

5.17 A Christchurch wide cycling event, “Christchurch Winter Solstice Matariki Night Light Bike Ride” was attended, and flyers were distributed to ensure cyclists had access to the different projects.

5.18 Local businesses were door knocked with a consultation letter and initial feedback was collected.

5.19 Residents in the project area received scheme plans and invitations to discuss the plan with staff.

5.20 Consultation documents (including a submission form) and flyers were available at Bromley Community Centre, Linwood Union Church, Linwood Library, and Linwood Resource Centre and Community Gardens.

5.21 Two meetings were held with businesses at the Ferry Rd/Aldwins Rd/Ensors Rd intersection. Concerns about lack of parking resulted in an updated scheme plan to reinstate timed parking on both sides of the intersection of Aldwins Rd/Ensors Rd. Initial feedback on this compromise was positive.

5.22 Key stakeholder meetings throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, FENZ, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly, further informed projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

5.23 Staff met with McDonalds Linwood who requested the project scope be extended to address the lack of footpath at Linwood Ave. Although outside of this project, transport staff agreed to look at plans and see if a mutual solution could be reached.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.24 Feedback on the plans could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint Map, by making a submission, or both.

5.25 A total of 88 submissions and 105 comments were made on the project. 78 submissions were made in the interactive Social Pinpoint Map, and 10 submissions were made via email/PDF. Submissions were made by the Disabled Persons Assembly, the School Board of Trustees at Te Aratai College, the Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood, Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote and Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Boards, as well as 83 individuals. All submissions and comments are available in Attachment B.

5.26 On the Social Pinpoint Map, the project received a total of 264 upvotes, 81 downvotes, and 105 comments. Downvotes were more prominent for the two main intersection plans:

Project pin	Comments	Upvotes	Downvotes
Overall Pin	23	80	6
Site 1 - Ara Institute of Canterbury, Sullivan Ave, Mackenzie Ave	9	23	5
Site 2 - Grenville St, Frederick St	9	21	4
Site 3 – Ferry Rd/Aldwins Rd/Ensors Rd Intersection upgrade and cycleway	30	28	27
Site 4 - Aldwins Rd, Edmonds St, Matlock St	6	20	5
Site 5 - Te Aratai College	4	19	2
Site 6 - Harrow St intersection upgrade	5	20	3
Site 7 - Harrow St, Newcastle St	3	11	4
Site 8 – Aldwins Rd/Buckleys Rd/Linwood Ave	4	18	5
Site 9 - Linwood Ave, Aldwins Rd, Buckleys Rd intersection upgrade	12	24	20
Total	105	264	81

Summary from social pinpoint interactions

5.27 Comment sentiment was analysed in addition to submissions, where over half of the comments were either positive or mixed (27.6% and 26.7% respectively):

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5.28 Submitters were asked for their methods of travel through this area. The majority (66.7%) of submitters use this area via car (as the driver):

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5.29 The majority of submitters felt this proposal would improve safety for cycling (66.0%):

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5.30 This sentiment differed slightly depending on whether they live on the affected streets (i.e. Aldwins Road, Ensors Road), live in local suburbs (i.e. Linwood, Woolston), or live elsewhere:

Do you think this proposal will improve safety for cycling?	Live on affected streets	Live in local suburbs	Live elsewhere
Yes	2	23	20
Somewhat	5	4	6
No	1	8	5
Don't know / Not sure	0	3	1

5.31 The majority of submitters either agreed (48.7%) or somewhat agreed (12.8%) that installing a raised safety platform would improve safety at the Ferry Rd/Aldwins Rd/Ensors Rd intersection:

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5.32 The majority of submitters agreed (51.3%) that installing a raised safety platform would improve safety at the Aldwins Rd/ Buckleys Rd/ Linwood Ave intersection:

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5.33 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below. Note that there could be cross-over between those making comments and making submissions:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Support for the cycleway	22	27	49
Concern about raised safety platforms · Including perception that raised intersections force people to run through orange lights, increasing congestion and causing discomfort to drivers	11	11	22
Concern around location of bus stops / shelters · Concern around bus stops cutting into cycleways, and for the safety for drivers and cyclists if buses can stop so close next to the Ferry Rd/Aldwins Rd/Ensors Rd intersection. · Ensuring the school has an adequate level of bus stops and shelters	14	8	22
Concerned about parking loss · Perceived lack of existing parking on side streets and how this would create more of an issue on Flaxwood Lane, leading residents to park on Mackenzie Ave or Ferry Rd · Concerns around accessing businesses at the Ferry Rd/Aldwins Rd/Ensors Rd intersection, for both customers and staff	11	9	20
Concern about impact on residents & small businesses · Businesses near the Ferry Rd/Aldwins Rd/Ensors Rd intersection, such as Steadfast Books, Book Barn, J Books, The Emporium, The Mad Butcher and Couplands · Impact on Aldwins Rd and side streets residents who do not all have off street parking	9	8	17
Supportive of raised safety platforms · Some felt raised safety platforms were an appropriate treatment for the intersection given the safety issues, and slows cars adequately, increasing safety	8	7	15
Do not support the cycleway · Because of parking loss, cost, compromising driver safety, and that there should be different routes that are more appropriate	4	6	10

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Further Ferry/Ensors/Aldwins intersection safety upgrades · Installing right turning arrows for traffic from Ferry Rd to Aldwins Rd and vice versa · Installing a signalised crossing for cyclists	10	12	22
Further traffic calming / side street improvements · Raising all side streets (Dutch style intersections), and increase the use of stop signs at side streets · Traffic lights at side streets · Further kerb buildouts at all side streets · Further treatments on the cycleway to warn drivers coming out of long driveways	9	10	19
Remove shared path sections and make it fully dedicated · Use of shared path treatments for certain sections of the cycleway, citing safety concerns for cyclists and pedestrians	9	5	14
Extension of cycleway · Cycleway extension to Opawa Rd and Brougham St · Request to use a dedicated cycleway the whole way instead of shared for some sections	6	7	13
Cycleway treatment / width requests · Making the shared pathway was as wide as possible, concrete cycle lane barriers, and raising the cycleway at intersections	6	6	12
Reduce speeds · Decrease vehicle speeds further and install speed cameras at intersections and outside Te Aratai College	1	8	9

Scheme Changes Post-Consultation

5.33.1 Related to Consultation Response:

· Retention of 19 parking spaces for businesses around the Ferry Rd intersection with time restrictions.

5.33.2 Related to Safe System Audit

· Staggered crossing width at Harrow St increased, and traffic signal design developed.

5.33.3 Related to Waka Kotahi Scheme design review & approval

· Treatments at bus stops developed to improve delineation.

· Shared path detail/delineation opposite Te Aratai College amended/developed.

· On-road cycle transitions developed from separated path to on-road lane (for confident riders).

· Speed humps proposed at accessways to slow vehicles.

6. Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic Alignment Te Rautaki Tīaroaro

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

6.2 Transport

6.2.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

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

· Level of Service: 10.5.2 Improve the perception that Christchurch is a cycling friendly city - >=66% resident satisfaction

· Level of Service: 10.5.3 More people are choosing to travel by cycling - >=12,500 average daily cyclist detections

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3 The proposals are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.3.1 The changes proposed align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.3.2 The changes proposed align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

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

6.6 The projects are based on minor changes to, or re-allocation of, existing road spaces, so are not anticipated to have a significant impact on Mana Whenua.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.7.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.7.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.8 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.13 This proposal improves accessibility for people walking and cycling, by providing a safer means of accessing and using our street network.

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement - the total project estimate is $5,871,367. This is inclusive of design and project management.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs – $37,326 per year additional costs associated with coloured surfacing, cycle lane separators, new signalised crossing, two new bus shelters and sweeping costs. These costs will be eligible for Waka Kotahi subsidy at Council’s 51% Funding Assistance Rate. The net maintenance cost for the total Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Council’s capital programme:

7.3.1 ID 72755, Transport Choices 2022 – Te Aratai College Cycle Connection, $3,337,564.

7.3.2 ID 72776, Transport Choices 2022 – Slow Speed Neighbourhoods Linwood (Linwood/Buckleys Raised platforms), $319,575.

7.3.3 ID 50462, Minor Safety Improvements (Ferry/Ensors Raised platforms Including signal upgrade) – $494,150

7.3.4 ID 37293, Package – Traffic signals Renewals (Pedestrian/Cycle Signal upgrade at Te Aratai school), $361,542

7.3.5 ID 67946, Delivery Package – Traffic signal Cabling Renewals ( Ferry /Ensors signal renewal) $517,000

7.4 There is a budget shortfall of $841,536 within ID #72755 to meet the project funding requirements presently. The additional budget will be sourced by reallocating budget within the Transport Choices programme. Expenditure on the Transport Choices programme is forecast to be $25.3 million, which compares to $26.8 million budget. It is proposed to align individual project budgets in conjunction with Waka Kotahi physical works funding approvals.

7.5 Waka Kotahi through the Transport Choices programme is expected to fund the $5,900,000 project up to an agreed value which is calculated as 90% of the expected implementation cost. The remaining 10% is Council’s share.

7.6 Costs have escalated from the original $3,300,000 budget which was scoped for shared paths, due to selection of uni-directional separated cycleways being selected as the preferred option. The design has been developed in collaboration with Waka Kotahi and they are aware of the cost implication of the preferred option.

7.7 Under the cost share agreement with Waka Kotahi, funding approvals for individual Transport Choices projects are approved through two stage gates: design and physical works. All Transport Choices projects have agreed funding schedules for design. Individual project schedules for physical works are required to be agreed and approved prior to 20 October 2023. In approving funding for physical works, Waka Kotahi will consider:

7.7.1 The project is in accordance with the scope and design approved by Waka Kotahi.

7.7.2 Project costs are in accordance with expectations.

7.7.3 Ability to deliver the project prior to June 2024.

7.8 The staff recommendations of this report include that Council’s approval of this project is conditional on a funding agreement with Waka Kotahi being in place for the physical works.

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023/24.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

8.3 Part 1, Clauses 7 and 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.4 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

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	3814701-C006-Te Aratai - Scheme Plans	23/1362855	191
b ⇩	Te Aratai - Submission Table (Public)	23/1372039	200

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Sharon O'Neill - Programme Manager Transport Capital Programme

Chris Strydom - Project Manager

Ann Tomlinson - Project Manager

Miranda Adams - Procurement Officer

Gemma Dioni - Senior Transportation Engineer

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

John Morahan - Finance Advisor

Wayne Gallot - Senior Transportation Engineer

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

Council

21 September 2023

8. Transport Choices - Richmond Neighbourhood Greenway
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1259448
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Lisa-Maria Biggar, Project Manager Transport, lisa-maria.biggar@ccc.govt.nz; Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning and Delivery - Transport, jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.1 The purpose of this report is to inform the Council of feedback received, and to request Council approval of the scheme to proceed to construction for the Richmond Neighbourhood Greenway project.

1.2 The origin of this report is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme and the Christchurch Regeneration Acceleration Facility (CRAF).

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

General

1. Approves that construction of the Richmond Neighbourhood Greenway project is conditional on implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

2. Approves the following recommendations required for the implementation of the project, relying on its powers under the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and Part 21 of the Local Government Act 1974.

3. Approves that any previous resolutions pertaining to parking, no-stopping restrictions, Special Vehicle Lanes, and traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the recommendations described in 4-22 below be revoked.

General Arrangements

4. Approves all road surface treatments, traffic controls, traffic calming devices and road markings on London Street, commencing at its intersection with Perth Street, and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 50 metres, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheet 1, dated 09.08.2023, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

5. Approves all road surface treatments, traffic controls, traffic calming devices and road markings on London Street, commencing at its intersection with Perth Street, and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 30 metres, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheet 1, dated 09.08.2023, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

6. Approves all road surface treatments, traffic controls, traffic calming devices and road markings on Perth Street, commencing at its intersection with London Street, and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Avalon Street, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheet 1, dated 09.08.2023, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

7. Approves all road surface treatments, traffic controls, traffic calming devices and road markings on Avalon Street, commencing at a point 15 metres west of its intersection with Perth Street, and extending in an easterly direction to a point 18 metres east of its intersection with McLeod Street, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheet 1, dated 09.08.2023, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

8. Approves all road surface treatments, traffic controls, traffic calming devices and road markings on McLeod Street, commencing at its intersection with Avalon Street, and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with North Avon Road, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheets 1-2, dated 09.08.2023, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

9. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands, traffic calming devices and road markings on North Avon Road, commencing at its intersection with McLeod Street, and extending in an easterly direction to the eastern extent of its intersection with Nicholls Street, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheet 2, dated 09.08.2023, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

10. Approves all road surface treatments, traffic controls, traffic calming devices and road markings on Nicholls Street, commencing at its intersection with North Avon Road, and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Dudley Street, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheets 2-3, dated 09.08.2023, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

11. Approves all road surface treatments and road markings on Dudley Street, commencing at its intersection with Nicholls Street, and extending in an easterly direction to its intersection with Stapletons Road, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheet 3, dated 09.08.2023, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

12. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands, traffic calming devices and road markings on Stapletons Road, commencing at its intersection with Dudley Street, and extending in a north easterly direction to its intersection with Averill Street, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheets 3-4, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

13. Approves all road surface treatments, traffic controls, traffic calming devices and road markings on Averill Street, commencing at its intersection with Stapletons Road, and extending in a north easterly direction to its intersection with North Parade, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheet 4, dated 15.08.2023, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

14. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic calming devices and road markings on Petrie Street, commencing at a point 25 metres south of its intersection with Averill Street, and extending in a northerly direction for 60 metres, as detailed on plan(s) TG139003, sheet 4, dated 15.08.2023, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Parking and Stopping Restrictions

15. 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:

a. Along the south side of London Street commencing at a point 35 meters west of its intersection with Perth Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

a. Along the north side of London Street commencing at a point 35 meters west of its intersection with Perth Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

b. Along the north side of London Street commencing at a point18 meters east of its intersection with Perth Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 7 metres.

c. Along the south side of London Street commencing at a point 18 meters east of its intersection with Perth Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 7 metres.

d. Along the eastern side of Perth Street commencing at a point 10 meters south of its intersection with Avalon Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 4 metres.

e. Along the western side of Perth Street commencing at a point 10 meters south of its intersection with Avalon Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 4 metres.

f. Along the north side of Avalon Street commencing at a point 4 meters west of its intersection with Perth Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 6 metres.

g. Along the south side of Avalon Street commencing at a point 4 meters west of its intersection with Perth Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 6 metres.

h. Along the north side of Avalon Street commencing at a point 5 meters east of its intersection with McLeod Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 5 metres.

i. Along the south side of Avalon Street commencing at a point 5 meters east of its intersection with McLeod Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 5 metres.

j. Along the east side of Stapletons Road, commencing at its intersection with Averill Street and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

k. Along the east side of Stapletons Road, commencing at its intersection with Averill Street and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 30metres.

l. Along the north side of Averill Street commencing at its intersection with Stapletons Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 30 metres.

m. Along the south side of Averill Street commencing at its intersection with Stapletons Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

n. Along the north side of Averill Street commencing at a point 12 metres west of its intersection with Petrie Street and extending in an easterly direction to the Petrie Street intersection.

o. Along the south side of Averill Street commencing at a point 12 metres west of its intersection with Petrie Street and extending in an easterly direction to the Petrie Street intersection.

p. Along the north side of Averill Street commencing at its intersection with Petrie Street and extending in an easterly direction for 12 metres.

q. Along the south side of Averill Street commencing at its intersection with Petrie Street and extending in an easterly direction for 12 metres.

r. Along the south side of Averill Street commencing at its intersection with Chrystal Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 40 metres.

s. Along the north side of Averill Street commencing at its intersection with Chrystal Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 36 metres.

t. Along the east side of Petrie Street Commencing at its intersection with Averill Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

u. Along the west side of Petrie Street Commencing at its intersection with Averill Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

v. Along the east side of Petrie Street Commencing at its intersection with Averill Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

w. Along the west side of Petrie Street Commencing at its intersection with Averill Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 8 metres.

Cycle Paths

16. Approves that the path on the eastern side of McLeod Street, commencing at a point 65 meters north of its intersection with Avalon Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with North Avon Road be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.

17. Approves that the path on the south side of North Avon Road, commencing at its intersection with McLeod Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 70 meters be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.

18. Approves that the path on the north side of North Avon Road, commencing at a point 18 meters west of its intersection with Nicholls Street and extending in an easterly direction to its intersection with Nicholls Street be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.

19. Approves that the path on the western side of Nicholls Street, commencing at its intersection with North Avon Road extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 18 meters be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.

20. Approves that the path on the eastern side of Nicholls Street, commencing at its intersection with North Avon Road extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 12 meters be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.

21. Approves, pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a separated bi-directional cycle facility, for the use of cycles only be installed along the northern side of Averill Street, commencing at a point 36 metres east of its intersection with Chrystal Street and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 88 metres.

22. Approves that the path on the northern side of Averill Street, commencing at a point 20 metres west of its intersection with North Parade and extending in an easterly direction to its intersection with North Parade be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004.

23. Approves that these resolutions 5-22 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 The Richmond Neighbourhood Greenway project is located northeast of the city centre and is expected to provide a continuous Level of Service through to the central city connections for ‘interested but concerned’ cyclists.

3.2 This project is funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348 million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund, as well as the Christchurch Regeneration Acceleration Facility (CRAF) – a funding package of $40 million from the Treasury for transport projects in Christchurch.

3.3 The Transport Choices programme is important because transport makes up almost half of New Zealand’s carbon emissions. In May 2022, government released its first Emissions Reduction Plan and transport has a significant role to play, targeting a 20 percent reduction in light vehicle travel by 2035. Reducing reliance on cars and supporting people to walk, cycle and use public transport is one of three focus points of the Emissions Reduction Plan.

3.4 The Richmond Neighbourhood Greenway project was included within the Transport Choices programme due to alignment with the “deliver strategic cycling/micro mobility networks” investment category of the programme.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

· Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding;

· Focusing investments in certain suburbs;

· Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes;

· Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme;

· Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

Project Options Considered

4.3 The options considered in the development of the Richmond Neighbourhood Greenway relate to route selection and the type of treatment provided (physical separation or a shared road environment) on the identified route. Considerations included:

· The identified route is supported by the Richmond Residents and Business Association and consists of roads/streets with low traffic volumes and operating speeds. In agreeing this route, several alternative alignments were considered but discontinued as they would require more extensive physical works or a greater impact on the community, such as parking loss.

· On streets that experience a high traffic volume (above 1,500 vehicles per day) and/or an operating speed limit of more than 30km/h, it is necessary to provide physical separation between vehicles and people who cycle.

· Where separation is required along the route, both shared pathways and physically separated cycleways were considered. The type of separation selected was determined based on predicted demand, length of the segment, location of driveways, other users, existing infrastructure/connections, and potential impact on parking.

· Many roads along the route (Perth Street, Avalon Street, McLeod Street, Nicholls Street, Dudley Street, Stapletons Road and Averill Street) have existing low traffic volumes and operating speed limits. Moreover, the above-mentioned streets are included in the Safe Speed Neighbourhoods Speed Reduction programme. Therefore, the project’s intent is to provide a low speed/low traffic volume environment where it is appropriate for bicycles and general vehicles to share the road.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

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

5.1.1 Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board

5.1.2 Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board

5.2 The purpose of the project is to provide a local cycle route through the Richmond neighbourhood providing a safe cycle connection to local community destinations and onwards and intended to extend to connect to the Central City. This will provide a local cycle connection for the ‘interested but concerned’ cycle user.

5.3 The recommended alignment for the project commences at the intersection of Perth and London Street before travelling on Perth Street, Avalon Street, McLeod Street, North Avon Road, Nicholls Street, Dudley Street, Stapletons Road and Averill Street to connect to the existing shared pathway on North Parade.

5.4 The recommended route is approximately 2 kilometres long and consists of 750m of shared path (along North Parade and North Avon Road), 150m of separated bi-directional cycleway (along Averill Street outside of Pareawa Banks Avenue School) and 1,170m of greenway treatments.

5.5 A cycle greenway treatment is proposed where it is possible to achieve a road environment with low traffic speeds and low traffic volumes. This is achieved through the existing road environment, the installation of speed reduction devices (road humps and speed cushions) and the planned reduction of the posted limit (from 50 km/h to 30 km/h) on many streets in the Richmond Area. Sharrow markings and wayfinding signage is also proposed to help guide cycle users along the route and reinforce the shared use road environment.

5.6 Speed humps are proposed at:

· The London Street approaches to its intersection with Perth Street;

· The Perth Street approach to its intersection with Avalon Street;

· The Avalon Street west approach to its intersection with Perth Street;

· The Avalon Street east approach to its intersection with McLeod Street; and

· On Averill Street east of its intersection with Chrystal Street.

5.7 A shared path is proposed on the southern side of North Avon Road (McLeod Street to Nicholls Street) to provide physical separation between bicycles and motor vehicles, to assist with crossing North Avon Road - the existing pedestrian refuge island will be widened. Speed cushions are proposed on approaches to the crossing point.

5.8 A section of physically separated bi-directional cycleway is proposed outside of Pareawa Banks Avenue School.

5.9 The route utilises the existing shared use path on North Parade, the width of this shared path will not be modified, however, an allowance has been made to resurface sections of it.

5.10 The identified route is dependant of the development of the following projects which have an interface with this project:

· Richmond Cluster intersections (CRAF project) – will run simultaneously with the Richmond Neighbourhood Greenway.

· Nicholls Street Renewal and Dudley Street Renewal – both projects are presently in the procurement phase. They are to be combined under a single contract. Specific construction timeframes are yet to be confirmed, but have projected completion within this financial year FY24.

· The planned reduction in the posted limit areas part of the Slow Speed Neighbourhood project will be complete before construction of this project.

5.11 The project has been developed to minimise impact on the local community and businesses. The impact on parking has been kept to a minimum, however is proposed to be removed in locations where speed control devices are proposed.

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.12 Richmond Residents’ and Business Association (RRBA) sent a proposal for safer cycling connections in Richmond to CCC in 2020, proposing a route to be investigated. Council staff have worked on a scheme plan since and have met with RRBA to share updates to the plan.

5.13 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.14 Consultation started on 16 June 2023 and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, AA, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision, Environment Canterbury, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Richmond Residents’ and Business Association, and Pareawa Banks Avenue School. The consultation was posted on the council Facebook page, as well as local community groups, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map.

5.15 Flyers and consultation documents were made available at Pareawa Banks Avenue School and Shirley Library.

5.16 Staff met with Pareawa Banks Avenue School in late June 2023, who were supportive of the proposal.

5.17 Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. Digital screens were displaying the consultation in Civic Offices, as well as newspaper advertisements in The Star and The Pegasus Post. An online targeted campaign ran for the entire consultation period.

5.18 During consultation, flyers were delivered to residents in the local area, and emails were sent to those who expressed interest in being updated on Way Safer Streets.

5.19 Residents most affected by the intersection improvements and traffic calming features were door knocked during consultation. They were mostly in support of the plans, and many residents raised vehicle speed and burnouts being key safety issues for their streets.

5.20 A Christchurch wide cycling event, “Christchurch Winter Solstice Matariki Night Light Bike Ride” was attended, and flyers were distributed to ensure cyclists had access to the different projects.

5.21 Key stakeholder meetings throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, FENZ, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly, further informed projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.22 Feedback on the plans could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint map, by making a submission, or both.

5.23 A total of 52 submissions and 44 comments were received on the Richmond project. 47 submissions were received in the interactive Social Pinpoint Map, and five were received via email/PDF. Submissions were received by Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board, Richmond Residents’ and Business Association, the Disabled Persons Assembly, and 49 individuals. All submissions and comments are available in Attachment B.

5.24 On the Social Pinpoint Map, the project received a total of 130 upvotes, 43 downvotes, and 44 comments:

Summary from social pinpoint interactions

Project pin	Comments	Upvotes	Downvotes
Overall pin	17	43	9
Site 1 - London Street / Perth Street	8	17	10
Site 2 - Perth / Avalon / McLeod	1	12	5
Site 3 - McLeod Street / North Avon Road / Nicholls Street	3	10	3
Site 4 - Nicholls Street / Dudley Street	5	12	7
Site 5 - Stapletons Road / Averill Street	5	15	4
Site 6 - Averill Street, Chrystal Street, North Parade	5	21	5
Total	44	130	43

5.25

Comment sentiment was predominantly mixed (50.0%), and positive (31.8%):

5.26 Submitters were asked how they travel through this area. The majority (72.9%) of submitters use this area via car (as the driver), followed closely by cycling (64.6%) and walking (58.3%):

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5.27

Submitters were split on whether they felt this proposal would improve cycling safety, with 39.6% saying they agreed, 22.9% saying they somewhat agreed, and another 29.2% saying they disagreed:

5.28 This sentiment differed slightly depending on whether they live on the affected streets (i.e. Perth Street, London Street, Nicholls Street), live in local suburbs (i.e. Richmond, St Albans, Mairehau), or live elsewhere:

Do you think this proposal will improve safety for cycling?	Live on affected streets	Live in local suburbs	Live elsewhere
Yes	7	5	7
Somewhat	4	4	2
No	9	4	1
Don't know / Not sure	0	2	2

5.29 Submitters were asked to comment on specific connections that could be explored if the route were to be extended into the central city. Several commenters also chose to mention specific route extension requests into the city, which are summarised into themes below:

Inner city route extension request themes	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Fitzgerald Ave	5	13	18
Alexandra Street	6	10	16
Stanmore Road	1	9	10
Hills Road	1	5	6
Cambridge Terrace	1	4	5
Bealey Ave	1	3	4
Stapletons Road	1	3	4

5.30 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below. Note that there could be cross-over between those making comments and making submissions:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Supportive of the project · General support and agreement that this project would increase safety	15	11	26
Concern about the route proposed · Perception that cyclists won’t take this route as it will be inconvenient to cycle in an indirect way · Questions about why this particular route was selected, given that other side streets are wider · Concern about the sudden end of the route	7	14	21
Concern about width of road and congestion · Particular concern about Perth Street being congested already, having insufficient parking, and being too narrow to direct cyclists · Particular concern about Nicholls Street being too narrow and having to share the road with cars	5	11	16
Lack of need for a project in this area · A perception that the area is already safe enough for cyclists, and that greenways on narrow streets are unnecessary	1	7	8
Concern about parking loss · A general shortage for parks in the area, and especially on Perth Street and outside the school, which this would not help with	1	3	4

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Additional speed cushions, buildouts, crossings and traffic calming · For instance more refuge islands on Hills Road, a refuge island near McLeod and Nicholls streets, more traffic calming, more raised safety platforms, a physical cycleway barrier, and a signalised crossing near North Parade	8	8	16
Route extension requests · Make sure this cycleway connects with the inner city and other cycleways	7	5	12
Road maintenance requests · Improve condition of the road surface, kerbsides, signs and street markings	2	4	6
Reduce speeds · Requests have come through to have a 30-40km zone, some suggest for the cycle connection, others suggest for the whole suburb	0	4	4

Changes made to the scheme design as a result of consultation feedback

5.31 Changes made include:

· Speed cushions on either side of the pedestrian crossing on North Avon Road.

· 30km/h safe speed area signage.

· Loss of one parking space outside Pareawa Banks Avenue School on Averill Street to accommodate a minor adjustment to the position of a proposed speed hump.

6. Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic AlignmentTe Rautaki Tīaroaro

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

6.2 Transport

6.2.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

· Level of Service: 10.5.2 Improve the perception that Christchurch is a cycling friendly city - >=66% resident satisfaction

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

· Level of Service: 10.5.3 More people are choosing to travel by cycling - >=12,500 average daily cyclist detections

· Level of Service: 10.5.42 Increase the infrastructure provision for active and public modes - >= 585 kilometres (total combined length)

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3 The recommendations of this report are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.3.1 The changes proposed align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.3.2 The changes proposed align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

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

6.6 The projects are based on minor changes to, or re-allocation of, existing road spaces, so are not anticipated to have a significant impact on Mana Whenua.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.7.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.7.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.8 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.13 This proposal improves accessibility for people walking and cycling, by providing a safer means of accessing and using our street network.

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement - the total project estimate is $1,166,513. This is inclusive of design and project management.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs – $15,115 per year additional costs associated with coloured surfacing, sweeping costs, cycleway separators and speed cushions. These costs will be eligible for Waka Kotahi subsidy at Council’s 51% Funding Assistance Rate. The net maintenance cost for the full Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Councils capital programme:

7.3.1 ID 72758, Transport Choices 2022 - Richmond Neighbourhood Greenway, $853,549

7.3.2 ID 71496, Richmond CRAF – Neighbourhood Greenway Cycleway, $100,000

7.4 There is a budget shortfall of $212,965 within ID #72758 to meet the project funding requirements presently. The additional budget will be sourced by reallocating budget within the Transport Choices programme. Expenditure on the Transport Choices programme is forecast to be $25.3 million, which compares to $26.8 million budget. It is proposed to align individual project budgets in conjunction with Waka Kotahi physical works funding approvals.

7.5 The CRAF is a funding package of $40 million from the Treasury for transport projects in Christchurch. The CRAF funding component for this project sits within ID 71496.

7.6 Waka Kotahi through the Transport Choices programme funds will be funding the project up to an agreed value which is calculated as 90% of the expected implementation cost. The remaining 10% is Council’s share, all funds sit within ID 72758.

7.7.1 The project is in accordance with the scope and design approved by Waka Kotahi.

7.7.2 Project costs are in accordance with expectations.

7.7.3 Ability to deliver the project prior to June 2024.

7.8 The staff recommendations of this report include that Council’s approval of this project is conditional on a funding agreement with Waka Kotahi being in place for the physical works.

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023/24.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

8.3 Part 1, Clauses 7 and 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.4 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

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Richmond Neighbourhood Greenway plans for approval	23/1305585	303
b ⇩	Richmond - Submission Table (Public)	23/1372846	308

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Lisa-Maria Biggar - Junior Project Manager

Barry Hayes - Team Leader Transport Design

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

May Wong - Engineer - Traffic Investigations

Ann Tomlinson - Project Manager

Wayne Gallot - Senior Transportation Engineer

Sharon O'Neill - Programme Manager Transport Capital Programme

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

Council

21 September 2023

9. Transport Choices - School Safety Linwood
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1169779
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Andrew Cameron, Project Manager Transport, andrew.cameron@ccc.govt.nz Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport, jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.1 The purpose of this report is to inform the Council of feedback received, and for the Council to approve the design to proceed to construction for the Linwood and Transport Choices School Safety Linwood project.

1.2 This project is funded from the Climate Emergency response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme and is identified in the Annual Plan for construction during the current financial year. The report has been generated following completion of consultation.

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

General

1. Approves the following recommendations, relying on its powers under the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and Part 21 of the Local Government Act 1974.

4. Approves that construction of the Linwood School Safety project is conditional on implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

Worcester Street / Woodham Road / Rowcliffe Crescent (Attachment A)

General Arrangements

5. Approves the road layout, including all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands, traffic calming features and road markings on Worcester Street, Rowcliffe Crescent and Woodham Road, as detailed on plan TG361601 in Attachment A.

Pedestrian / Cycle Facilities

6. Approves that a pedestrian crossing be installed on Woodham Road, located 12 metres west of its intersection with Worcester Street, in accordance with Section 8.2 of the Land Transport Rule – Traffic Control Devices: 2004 and as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda.

7. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a priority cycle crossing be established on Woodham Road at a point 16 metres west of its intersection with Worcester Street and as detailed on Attachment A and further approves that Give Way controls are placed against traffic approaching the crossing requiring that traffic to give way to users of the cycle crossing facility (in addition to users of the adjacent pedestrian crossing). These Give Way controls are to be evidenced by signs and/or markings installed in accordance with Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

8. Approves that a special vehicle (cycle) lane be installed on the south side of Woodham Road for westbound cyclists only, commencing at a point 48 metres east of its intersection of Worcester Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 104 metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

9. Approves that a special vehicle (cycle) lane be installed on the north side of Woodham Road for eastbound cyclists only, starting from a point 100 metres west of the intersection of Rowcliffe Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 124 metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

10. Approves that the pathway on the north side of Woodham Road, commencing at a point 87 metres west of its intersection with Rowcliffe Crescent and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 24 metres be a bi-directional shared pedestrian/cycle pathway in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act – Traffic Control Devices Rule: 2004, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda.

11. Approves that the pathway on the south side of Woodham Road, commencing at a point 8 metres west of its intersection with Worcester Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres be a bi-directional shared pedestrian/cycle pathway in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act – Traffic Control Devices Rule: 2004, as detailed on Attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda.

Traffic Controls

12. Approves that the northern approach of Rowcliffe Crescent at its intersection with Woodham Road be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Parking and Stopping Restrictions

13. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Woodham Road commencing at its intersection with Rowcliffe Crescent and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 87 metres.

14. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Woodham Road commencing at its intersection with Rowcliffe Crescent and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

15. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south side of Woodham Road commencing at its intersection with Worcester Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 60 metres.

16. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south side of Woodham Road commencing at its intersection with Worcester Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 40 metres.

17. Approves that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes, on the south side of Woodham Road commencing at a point 60 metres west of its intersection with Worcester Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

18. Approves that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes, on the northwest side of Worcester Street commencing at a point 15 metres southwest of its intersection with Woodham Road and extending in a south-westerly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

Ngarimu Street, Holland Street, Rowcliffe Crescent (Attachment B)

General Arrangements

19. Approves the road layout, including all road surface treatments, traffic calming features and road markings on Ngarimu Street, Rowcliffe Crescent and Holland Street, as detailed on plan TG361601 in Attachment B.

Parking and Stopping Restrictions

20. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the west side of Ngarimu Street commencing at a point 186 metres north of its intersection with Woodham Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

21. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the east side of Ngarimu Street commencing at a point 186 metres north of its intersection with Woodham Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

22. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the west side of Holland Street commencing at a point 60 metres south of its intersection with Dunarnan Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

23. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the east side of Holland Street commencing at a point 60 metres south of its intersection with Dunarnan Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

24. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the east side of Rowcliffe Crescent commencing at its intersection with Woodham Road and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 80 metres.

Worcester Street – Mclean Street / Surrey Street / Wyon Street (Attachment C)

General Arrangements

25. Approves the road layout, including all traffic islands, road surface treatments, traffic calming features and road markings on Worcester Street, Mclean Street, Surrey Street and Wyon Street, as detailed on plan TG361601 in Attachment C.

Parking and Stopping Restrictions

26. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northwest side of Worcester Street commencing at a point 140 metres northeast of its intersection with Surrey Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 37 metres.

27. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southeast side of Worcester Street commencing at its intersection with Wyon Street and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 34 metres.

28. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northeast side of Wyon Street commencing at its intersection with Worcester Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

29. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southwest side of Wyon Street commencing at its intersection with Worcester Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 6 metres.

30. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southwest side of Worcester Street commencing at its intersection with Wyon Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 6 metres.

31. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southwest side of Worcester Street commencing at a point 118 metres northeast of its intersection with McleanStreet and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 35 metres.

32. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northwest side of Worcester Street commencing at its intersection with Surrey Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 24 metres.

33. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southwest side of Surrey Street commencing at its intersection with Worcester Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

34. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northeast side of Surrey Street commencing at its intersection with Worcester Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

35. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northwest side of Worcester Street commencing at its intersection with Surrey Street and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

36. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southeast side of Worcester Street commencing at its intersection with Mclean Street and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

37. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northeast side of Mclean Street commencing at its intersection with Worcester Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

38. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southwest side of Mclean Street commencing at its intersection with Worcester Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

39. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southeast side of Worcester Street commencing at its intersection with Mclean Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 63 metres.

40. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northwest side of Worcester Street commencing at a point 153 metres southwest from its intersection with Surrey Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 67 metres.

Linwood Avenue / Brittan Street (Attachment D)

General Arrangements

41. Approves the road layout, including all traffic islands, road surface treatments, traffic calming features and road markings on Linwood Avenue and Brittan Street, as detailed on plan TG361601 in Attachment D.

Parking and Stopping Restrictions

42. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northeast side of Linwood Avenue commencing at its intersection with Brittan Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

43. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northwest side of Brittan Street commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 16 metres.

44. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southeast side of Brittan Street commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in an northeasterly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

45. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northeast side of Linwood Avenue commencing at its intersection with Brittan Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

46. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southwest side of Linwood Avenue commencing at its intersection with Brittan Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

47. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northwest side of Brittan Street commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 16 metres.

48. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southeast side of Brittan Street commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southesterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

49. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southwest side of Linwood Avenue commencing at its intersection with Brittan Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

Linwood Avenue / Tancred Street (Attachment E)

General Arrangements

50. Approves the road layout, including all traffic islands, road surface treatments, traffic calming features and road markings on Linwood Avenue and Tancred Street, as detailed on plan TG361601 in Attachment E.

Traffic Controls

51. Approves that the southwest approach of Tancred Street at its intersection with Linwood Avenue be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

52. Approves that the northeast approach of Tancred Street at its intersection with Linwood Avenue be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Parking and Stopping Restrictions

53. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northeast side of Linwood Avenue commencing at its intersection with Tancred Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

54. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northwest side of Tancred Street commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

55. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southeast side of Tancred Street commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

56. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northeast side of Linwood Avenue commencing at its intersection with Tancred Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

57. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southwest side of Linwood Avenue commencing at its intersection with Tancred Street and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

58. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northwest side of Tancred Street commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

59. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southeast side of Tancred Street commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

60. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southwest side of Linwood Avenue commencing at its intersection with Tancred Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 16 metres.

Woodham Road (Attachment F)

General Arrangements

61. Approves the road layout, including all traffic islands, road surface treatments, traffic calming features and road markings on Woodham Road, as detailed on plan TG361601 in Attachment F.

Bus Passenger Shelter

62. Approves pursuant to Section 339(1) of the Local Government Act 1974 the installation of a bus passenger shelter on the south side of Woodham Road at a point 7 metres east of its intersection with Tancred Street.

Parking and Stopping Restrictions

63. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south side of Woodham Road commencing at its intersection with Tancred Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 19 metres.

64. Approves that a bus stop be installed on the south side of Woodham Road, commencing at a point 19 metres east of its intersection with Tancred Street and extending in an easterly direction of a distance of 14 metres.

65. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south side of Woodham Road commencing at a point 33 metres east of its intersection with Tancred Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

66. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Woodham Road commencing at a point 483 metres east of its intersection with Patten Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 68 metres.

67. Approves that a bus stop be installed on the north side of Woodham Road, commencing at a point 551 metres east of its intersection with Patten Street and extending in an easterly direction of a distance of 14 metres.

68. Approves that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Woodham Road commencing at a point 565 metres east of its intersection with Patten Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

3. Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1 This project is funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348 million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund.

3.2 The Transport Choices programme is important because transport makes up almost half of New Zealand’s carbon emissions. In May 2022, government released its first Emissions Reduction Plan and transport has a significant role to play, targeting a 20percent reduction in light vehicle travel by 2035. Reducing reliance on cars and supporting people to walk, cycle and use public transport is one of three focus points of the Emissions Reduction Plan.

3.3 The School Safety Linwood project was included within the Transport Choices programme due to alignment with the “support safe, green and healthy school travel” investment category of the programme.

3.4 Improving safety on local roads in Christchurch is a priority for Council and is also a national priority under the principles and guidance of the Te Ara ki te Ora Road to Zero - New Zealand’s road safety strategy for 2020-2030. There are several focus areas being looked at nationally to achieve this, but the most significant difference can be made through having safe and appropriate speeds on our roads, and safer infrastructure.

Changes made to the scheme design as a result of consultation feedback and safe system audit

3.5 The eastbound bus stop on Woodham Road has been relocated to retain car parking outside 151 Woodham Road.

3.6 Speed humps have been included on the following local streets Ngarimu, Holland, and Rowcliffe, refer Attachment B.

3.7 It is now proposed to use speed humps rather than speed cushions for ease of delivery on side roads adjoining Worcester Street. On Worcester Street itself pre-made speed cushions will be used to reduce any redundant construction, due to the future cycleway.

3.8 The pedestrian crossing on Woodham Road will become a dual crossing for people walking and cycling. This is to be consistent with other crossings in the area being investigated through the Streets for People programme.

3.9 No changes are proposed to the schemes at Linwood/Britten or Linwood/Tancred intersections.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

· Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding;

· Focusing investments in certain suburbs;

· Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes;

· Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme;

· Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

4.2 All 14 projects submitted for Transport Choices funding were accepted by Waka Kotahi. In deciding to include the Transport Choices programme in the Draft Annual Plan, Council decided to include 11 projects in the programme and defer a number of business-as-usual projects by 12 months to enable the Transport Choices programme to be adequately resourced.

Project Options Considered

4.3 For the Worcester Street scheme an option using roundabouts at the intersections of Wyon Street and McLean Street was considered to slow traffic. Pre engagement was undertaken with those residents that would be immediately impacted by the roundabouts adjacent to their property. The feedback received, in general, did not support this option so this option was dropped.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

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

5.1.1 Linwood Ward

5.1.2 Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board

5.2 The locations for school safety improvements were identified through a review of the existing network within the school catchments, school travel plan information, a review of pedestrian crossing opportunities in the area and feedback received through engagement on the Safe Speed Neighbourhood programme. The following locations identified were:

· Woodham Road at Whitau School;

· Worcester Street close to Te Pā o Rākaihautū:

· Linwood Avenue for children living to the west of this main road, and:

· Woodham Road at the park and bus stops.

Woodham Road at Whitau School

5.3 The Woodham Road scheme at Whitau School was developed through engagement with the school children and parents. They raised concerns about the existing crossing on Woodham Road, and to make it safer it is proposed to raise the crossing. During these conversations additional issues were raised at the other school entrances at Ngarimu Street, Holland Street and Rowcliffe Crescent. The project was therefore extended to seek to resolve the issues at these locations which were speed of vehicles travelling along these local streets and parking on Rowcliffe Crescent.

5.4 Crash information was provided in the Safe System Audit undertaken by independent consultants. Ten crashes were reported at this location in a five-year period, with multiple crash types identified:

· Motorists pulling out from Worcester Street and impacting other motorists travelling along Woodham Road;

· Pedestrian hit on the zebra crossing due to blocked visibility from traffic backed up on the opposite side of the road;

· Vehicles undertaking a U-turn from the shops impacting other motorists travelling along Woodham Road;

· Vehicles rear end crashing due to inattention and suddenly breaking for a pedestrian on the crossing;

· Vehicle moving to the left of a vehicle waiting to turn right into Worcester Street and being hit by a motorcycle undertaking on the left, and;

· Motorist opening the car door into the path of a cyclist.

5.5 Counts undertaken in June 2023, identified that Woodham Road currently carries approximately 11,000 vehicles per day. Speeds measured to the west of the current crossing are:

85%ile Speed		Mean Speed
Eastbound	Westbound	Eastbound	Westbound
50 km/h	49.3 km/h	43.2 km/h	42.5 km/h

5.6 The safe system speed for pedestrians is 30 km/h to reduce the risk of death or serious injury should a crash occur. This means that vehicles may be exceeding safe system speeds during school peak times. The raised safety platform will help to control speeds during the times when free-flow speeds are higher, reducing both the likelihood of a crash occurring and the severity of the crash should it occur.

Worcester Street

5.7 The Worcester Street scheme provides improved crossing facilities for children walking to school and reduces vehicle speeds along this local road. Count data (2019) shows that an average of 2,271 vehicles use this street per day. The speed data shows that people are travelling over the posted speed limit along Worcester Street.

85%ile Speed		Mean Speed
Eastbound	Westbound	Eastbound	Westbound
55.3km/h	57.5 km/h	48 km/h	50 km/h

5.8 Calming traffic speeds would make the street safer for people walking and cycling, particularly for people travelling to the school, the park, and the playcentre.

Linwood Avenue

5.9 There is currently only one pedestrian crossing between Woodham Road and Gloucester Street on Linwood Avenue. This is located close to England Street. Increasing the number of crossing points will improve accessibility for people walking in the community, and the islands will allow people to cross in two stages.

5.10 Survey data (2020) shows that Linwood Avenue carries on average 10,786 vehicles per day. Speeds measured on this section of Linwood Avenue are:

85%ile Speed		Mean Speed
Northbound	Southbound	Northbound	Southbound
56.6km/h	55.6 km/h	51.8 km/h	50.6 km/h

5.11 Crash information was provided in the Safe System Audit undertaken by independent consultants. The crash information showed that all crashes (five) along Linwood Avenue occurred due to inattention leading to rear end vehicle crashes and or collision with parked vehicles.

Woodham Road at Woodham Park

5.12 The proposed crossing point at this location will improve accessibility for children and the community accessing the park and the bus stops on Woodham Road.

5.13 While there is no volume or count data at the proposed location, a survey (2020) to the west shows that Woodham Road carries on average 8,632 vehicles per day. Speeds measured on this section of Woodham Road are:

85%ile Speed		Mean Speed
Eastbound	Westbound	Eastbound	Westbound
55.7km/h	55.9 km/h	50 km/h	50.2 km/h

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.14 Early engagement with Whitau School started in late May, where a workshop was hosted with students and parents to identify issues and situations that made them feel unsafe travelling to and from school, and ideas for making the area safer when travelling to and from school. This informed the scheme plans for the area.

5.15 Affected residents were doorknocked prior to consultation. Feedback was mostly positive, apart from proposed roundabouts on Worcester Street. Plans were updated for consultation for Worcester Street.

5.16 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.17 Staff attended a LinWard collective hui (consisting of Te Whare Taonga o Ngā Iwi Katoa Linwood Resource Centre, Bromley Community Trust, The Loft, CCC Libraries, Christchurch Methodist Mission and St Chads Church and Linwood Avenue Corner Trust) to brief them on Way Safer Streets projects in early June 2023. Recommended engagement tactics were taken on board.

5.18 Consultation started on 16 June 2023 and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, AA, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision, Environment Canterbury, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Whitau School, and The Loft at Eastgate. The consultation was posted on the council Facebook page, as well as local community groups, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map.

5.19 Consultation documents (including a submission form) and flyers were available at Bromley Community Centre, Linwood Union Church, Linwood Library, and Linwood Resource Centre and Community Gardens.

5.20 Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. Digital screens were displaying the consultation in Civic Offices and Linwood Library, as well as newspaper advertising in The Star and The Pegasus Post. Digital billboards were utilised in Linwood, including outside Eastgate mall. An online targeted advertising campaign ran for the entire consultation period. Footpath decals with QR codes were installed where intersection upgrades were proposed.

5.21 During consultation, flyers were delivered to residents in the local area, and emails were sent to those who expressed interest in being updated on Way Safer Streets.

5.22 During consultation, affected residents were door knocked where we had made scheme plan changes on Worcester Street. Feedback was positive.

5.23 A follow up session was hosted in late June with Year 6 students from Whitau school, where staff shared the scheme plans and students used post it notes to indicate what they liked and disliked about the plans, and what was missing. Feedback was largely positive, and students requested additional traffic calming measures, including more speed bumps outside the school, safer ways to cycle, more pedestrian and zebra crossings in the area, and additional ways of reducing driver speeds.

5.24 Key stakeholder meetings throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, FENZ, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly, further informed projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.25 The design that was consulted on was developed through early engagement with Whitau School

5.26 Feedback on the plans could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint Map, by making a submission, or both.

5.27 To reduce confusion for submitters, consultation for this project was merged on the Social Pinpoint Map with ‘Slow Speed Neighbourhoods’ – another four proposed intersection upgrades for the North Linwood area.

5.28 A total of 19 submissions and 10 comments were made on these projects. 15 submissions were made via the Social Pinpoint Map, and four submissions were made via email/PDF. Submissions were made by Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board, Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board, Disabled Persons Assembly, and 16 individuals. All submissions and comments are available in Attachment G.

5.29 On the Social Pinpoint Map, the projects received a total of 62 upvotes, 7 downvotes, and 27 comments:

Summary from social pinpoint interactions

Project pin	Comments	Upvotes	Downvotes
Overall project pin	5	19	3
Site 1 - Linwood Ave/Brittan St pedestrian crossing and speed humps	2	6	1
Site 2 - Linwood Ave / Tancred St pedestrian crossing	3	12	1
Site 3 - Woodham Rd / Tancred St pedestrian refuge island	6	9	0
Site 4 - Woodham Rd / Worcester St zebra crossing upgrade	2	9	1
Site 5 - McLean St, Surrey St and Wyon St - pedestrian refuge islands and speed cushions	8	4	1
Site 6 - Ngarimu St, Holland St - speed cushions and no stopping restrictions	1	3	0
Total	27	62	7
Other projects (Slow Speed Neighbourhoods)	10	49	8

5.30 Comment sentiment was predominantly positive (59.3%), or mixed (25.9%):

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5.31 Submitters were asked how they travel through this area. The majority (66.7%) of submitters use this area via car (as the driver), followed by walking (60.0%):
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5.32 The majority of submitters felt this proposal would improve safety for pedestrians (53.3%):

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5.33 This sentiment differed slightly depending on whether they live on the affected streets (i.e. Worcester Street, Tancred Street), live in local suburbs (i.e. Linwood, Woolston), or live elsewhere:

Do you think this proposal will improve safety for cycling?	Live on affected streets	Live in local suburbs	Live elsewhere
No	0	0	2
Somewhat	2	3	0
Yes	2	4	2

5.34 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below. Note that there could be cross-over between those making comments and making submissions:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Supportive of the proposed intersection upgrades · This project is valuable in addressing existing safety concerns and is long overdue	20	9	29
Raising existing safety issues · Discussing near misses that they have witnessed on Buckleys Rd and McLean St, on Worcester St and Woodham Rd with regards to speeding, and pedestrian crossings making access a lot safer to Woodham Park and Whitau School	6	5	11
Not supportive of certain treatments proposed · Concern with roundabouts proposed on Worcester St and resulting parking loss, which may have been caused by confusion from the early engagement consultation letter which has since changed as a result of community feedback · Concern around visibility and congestion, access, and wanting to shift certain features	3	2	5

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Requests outside of existing proposed intersections · Further traffic calming on Worcester St, given the speed issues · A crossing at Gloucester St bridge · Pedestrian crossings and traffic calming at Brittan St/Armagh St and Linwood Ave/England St/Armagh St intersections · Maintenance of the shared path from Hargood St to Smith St · Traffic calming on streets around Woodhouse St, Tancred St, Rochester St and Surrey St	3	4	7
Shifting a pedestrian crossing · Specifically requesting a certain treatment be shifted, for instance, pedestrian refuge islands further away from intersections	3	3	6
Resealing / tidying the road condition · Requests have been made to address Worcester St earthquake damage in the road, incorporating Surrey St condition, improve footpath condition and tidiness generally in the east, and increase street trees	0	4	4
Accessibility / mobility requests · Ensure crossings are smooth and wide to accommodate a range of mobility devices · Increasing access for those with visual and mobility impairments who have less choice is important · That pedestrian crossings are safe and visible, with good lighting, tactile strips, mobility kerb cuts, and sufficient turning space for wheelchairs/mobility aids	2	2	4
Additional traffic calming measures in existing plans · More speed bumps on Worcester St and Armagh St · Another speed cushion on Rowcliffe Cres close to main intersection of Woodham Rd	1	1	2

5.35 A late submission was received after we reconsulted following shifting the bus stop from 171 Woodham Road to 169 Woodham Road, see Attachment H.

6. Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

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

6.2 Transport

6.2.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

· 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 recommendations of this report are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.3.1 The changes proposed align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.3.2 The changes proposed align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

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

6.6 The projects are based on minor changes to, or re-allocation of, existing road spaces, so are not anticipated to have a significant impact on Mana Whenua.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.7.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.7.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.8 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

6.9 New Zealand has the 5^th highest transport emissions rate per capita among the 43 OECD countries. Petrol or diesel car use is typically the single-biggest contributor to an individual’s carbon footprint within New Zealand.

6.10 From the 2022 Life in Christchurch Transport Survey, 96 percent of respondents travel by car. Respondents find car travel the least difficult means of travel: "We use car travel as it is easier. Christchurch is very spread out and to have several buses is not convenient." Inconsiderate and dangerous behaviour from other road users and sharing the road with cars were the main reasons respondents found it difficult to bike.

6.11 The Transport Choices programme addresses barriers to people making sustainable travel choices. Removing these barriers will lead to reductions in vehicle kilometres travelled and consequently emissions from transport.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.12 Waka Kotahi developed a set of Project Design Parameters to ensure all projects work to collectively meet the programme objectives. The Project Design Parameters require that “the infrastructure should be designed for children and people with visual, mobility, or cognitive impairments. If the infrastructure works for them, it will work for a wider spectrum of the population who are interested in walking and cycling but concerned for their safety.” Transport Choices projects have been designed in accordance with these requirements.

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement - the total project estimate is $631,813. This is inclusive of design and project management.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs – $3,445 per year additional costs associated with coloured surfacing and linework. These costs will be eligible for Waka Kotahi subsidy at Council’s 51% Funding Assistance Rate. The net maintenance cost for the total Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Councils capital programme:

7.3.1 CPMS ID 72777, Transport Choices 2022 – School Safety Linwood, $531,813

7.3.2 CPMS ID 65923, School Safety, $100,000

7.5.1 The project is in accordance with the scope and design approved by Waka Kotahi.

7.5.2 Project costs are in accordance with expectations.

7.5.3 Ability to deliver the project prior to June 2024.

7.6 The staff recommendations of this report include that Council’s approval of this project is conditional on a funding agreement with Waka Kotahi being in place for the physical works.

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

8.3 Part 1, Clauses 7 and 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.4 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

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

9.2 Delivery – Transport Choices funding is subject to delivery being complete by June 2024. Waka Kotahi has established additional milestones to track progress. This project is presently on track in compliance with all milestones.

9.3 Funding Security - the Transport Choices funding agreement between Council and Waka Kotahi presently covers this project for design only, and a further stage gate approval is required to gain funding approval for construction. The instruction of physical works will be withheld until an implementation agreement is in place.

9.4 Implementation Cost Uncertainty – the funding agreement with Waka Kotahi places the risk of cost variations with Council. This risk is being managed by minimising price uncertainty and building contingency into the funding agreement.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	School Safety Linwood - Woodham Road Crossing	23/1251047	365
b ⇩	School Safety Linwood - Ngarimu, Holland & Rowcliffe	23/1251045	366
c ⇩	School Safety Linwood - Worcester Street	23/1251061	367
d ⇩	School Safety Linwood - Linwood Ave/Brittan St	23/1251049	368
e ⇩	School Safety Linwood - Linwood Ave/Tancred St	23/1251051	369
f ⇩	School Safety Linwood - Woodham Road at Tancred Street	23/1251055	370
g ⇩	School Safety Linwood and Slow Speed Neighbourhoods - Submission Table (Public)	23/1366493	371
h ⇩	School Safety Linwood - 169 Woodham Road Submission	23/1410238	398

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Andrew Cameron - Project Manager

Gemma Dioni - Senior Transportation Engineer

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

Kelly Griffiths - Senior Project Manager

Wayne Gallot - Senior Transportation Engineer

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

Council

21 September 2023

10. Transport Choices - Improving Bromley's Roads
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1168897
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Peter Bawden, Senior Project Manager Transport, peter.bawden@ccc.govt.nz; Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport, Jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.1 The purpose of this report is to inform the Council of feedback received, and for the Council to approve the design to proceed to construction for the Transport Choices - Improving Bromley's Roads project.

1.2 The origin of this report is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme.

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

General

1. Approves the following recommendations required for the implementation of the project, relying on its powers under the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and Part 21 of the Local Government Act 1974.

2. Approves that any previous resolutions made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act or any Land Transport Rule and pertaining to traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions (but excluding speed limits) to the extent that they are in conflict with resolutions 5 to 60 be revoked.

3. 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).

4. Approves that construction of the Transport Choices – Improving Bromley’s Roads project is conditional on implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

McGregors Road/Hay Street/Butterfield Avenue

General Arrangements

5. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands and road markings on Hay Street, McGregors Road and Butterfield Avenue, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C101, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Shared Paths

6. Approves that the path on the southern side of Hay Street, commencing at a point 23 metres west of its intersection with McGregors Road, and extending in an easterly direction to a point 58 metres east of its intersection with McGregors Road, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C101, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A, be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act - Traffic Control Devices Rules: 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

7. Approves that the path on the northern side of the Hay Street, commencing at a point 14 metres west of its intersection with Butterfield Avenue, and extending in an easterly direction to appoint 39 metres east of its intersection with McGregors Road, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C101, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A, be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act - Traffic Control Devices Rules: 2004. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

Traffic Controls

8. Approves that a roundabout be installed in accordance with Section 10.4 of the Land Transport Rule-Traffic Control Devices: 2004, including all kerb alignments, road surface treatments and road markings at the Hay Street and McGregors Road intersection, and also including all approaches to this intersection, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C101, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

9. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a pedestrian crossing be resolved and established on a raised platform in accordance with Section 8.2 of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on Hay Street at a point 20 metres west of its eastern intersection with McGregors Road and as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C101, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

10. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a priority cycle crossing be established on a raised platform on Hay Street at a point 20 metres west of its eastern intersection with McGregors Road and as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C101, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A and further approves that Give Way controls are placed against traffic approaching the crossing requiring that traffic to give way to users of the cycle crossing facility (in addition to users of the adjacent pedestrian crossing). These Give Way controls are to be evidenced by signs and/or markings installed in accordance with Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

11. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a pedestrian crossing be resolved and established on a raised platform in accordance with Section 8.2 of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on McGregors Road at a point 12 metres south of its intersection with Hay Street and as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C101, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

12. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a priority cycle crossing be established on a raised platform on McGregors Road at a point 12 metres south of its intersection with Hay Street and as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C101, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A and further approves that Give Way controls are placed against traffic approaching the crossing requiring that traffic to give way to users of the cycle crossing facility (in addition to users of the adjacent pedestrian crossing). These Give Way controls are to be evidenced by signs and/or markings installed in accordance with Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Stopping and Parking Restrictions

13. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north side of Hay Street commencing 41 metres southwest of its intersection with Butterfield Avenue, and extending in a northeasterly, then easterly direction for a distance of 157 metres to tie into existing no stopping restrictions west of the intersection of Hay Street and Kuaka Crescent.

14. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the western side of Butterfield Avenue commencing at its intersection with Hay Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

15. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the eastern side of Butterfield Avenue commencing at its intersection with Hay Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

16. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the western side of McGregors Road (north of Hay Street), commencing at its intersection with Hay Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

17. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the eastern side of McGregors Road (north of Hay Street), commencing at its intersection with Hay Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

18. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the southern side of Hay Street, commencing at a point 40 metres west of its intersection with McGregors Road (south of Hay Street) and extending in an easterly direction to a point 107 metres west of Korora Street.

19. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the west side of McGregors Road (south of Hay Street), commencing at its intersection with Hay Street, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 40 metres.

20. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the southern side of Hay Street, commencing at its intersection with McGregors Road (south side of Hay Street), and extending in a south easterly direction for a distance of 21 metres.

21. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the island south of Hay Street, beginning at a point parallel to the west edge of the property accessway of 86 Hay Street and following the island’s kerb in a complete loop.

22. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, beginning at a point 2 metres east of the property access to 86 Hay Street, and following the island’s kerb in a complete loop.

23. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the western side of McGregors Road commencing at its intersection with Hay Street and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

24. 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 southeast side of the service lane providing access to 72 McGregors Road and 82-82 Hay Street commencing at its intersection with McGregors Road and extending generally in a northeast direction to a point 9 metres northeast of the property boundary between 70 and 72 McGregors Road when measured in a straight line parallel to the road boundary.

Hay Street/Ruru Road

General Arrangements

25. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands and road markings on Ruru Road and Hay Street, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-002-C101, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Traffic Controls

26. Approves that a roundabout be installed in accordance with Section 10.4 of the Land Transport Rule-Traffic Control Devices: 2004, including all kerb alignments, road surface treatments and road markings at the Hay Street and Ruru Road intersection, and also including all approaches to this intersection, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C102, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

27. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a pedestrian crossing be resolved and established on a raised platform in accordance with Section 8.2 of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on Hay Street at a point 7 metres south of its intersection with Ruru Road and as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C102, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

28. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a pedestrian crossing be resolved and established on a raised platform in accordance with Section 8.2 of Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on Ruru Road at a point 20 metres east of its intersection with Hay Street and as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C102, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Stopping and Parking Restrictions

29. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the northeast side of Ruru Road commencing at a point on the road boundary parallel to the property boundary between 45 Ruru Road and Memorial Park Cemetery and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 44 metres following the road boundary.

30. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the northeast side of Ruru Road commencing at a point 3 meters southeast of the property boundary between 45 and 47 Ruru Road when measured in a straight line parallel to the road boundary, and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 47 metres.

31. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the southwest side of Ruru Road commencing at its intersection with Hay Street, and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 48 metres.

32. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the southwest side of Ruru Road commencing at its intersection with Hay Street, and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 30 metres.

33. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the northeast side of Hay Street, commencing at its intersection with Ruru Road and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 32 metres.

34. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the southwest side of Hay Street, commencing at its intersection with Ruru Road and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 38 metres.

Keighleys Road/Bromley Road

General Arrangements

35. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands and road markings on Bromley Road and Keighleys Road, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-003-C101 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

McGregors Road/Walcot Street

General Arrangements

36. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands and road markings on McGregors Road and Walcot Street, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-004-C101 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Traffic Controls

37. Approves that a roundabout be installed in accordance with Section 10.4 of the Land Transport Rule-Traffic Control Devices: 2004, including all kerb alignments, road surface treatments and road markings at the McGregors Road and Walcot Street intersection, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-001-C104, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Stopping and Parking Restrictions

38. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the northeast side of Walcot Street, commencing at its intersection with McGregors Road and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

39. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the northwest side of McGregors Road, commencing at its intersection with Walcot Street and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 23 metres.

40. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the southeast side of McGregors Road, commencing at its intersection with Walcot Street and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 22 metres.

41. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the northeast side of Walcot Street commencing at its intersection with McGregors Road Street and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

42. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the southwest side of Walcot Street, commencing at its intersection with McGregors Road and extending in a southeasterly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

43. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the southeast side of McGregors Road commencing at its intersection with Walcot Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 16 metres.

44. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the northwest side of McGregors Road, commencing at its intersection with Walcot Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 19 metres.

45. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the southwest side of Walcot Street commencing at its intersection with McGregors Road and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

Hay Street/Korora Street

General Arrangements

46. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands and road markings on Hay Street and Korora Street, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-005-C101, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Stopping and Parking Restrictions

47. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north side of Hay Street commencing 12 metres west of its intersection with Korora Street, and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 40 metres.

48. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south side of Hay Street, commencing at its intersection with Korora Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

49. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south side of Hay Street, commencing at its intersection with Korora Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

50. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the west side of Korora Street commencing at its intersection with Hay Street, extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

51. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the east side of Korora Street commencing at its intersection with Hay Street, extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

Korora Street/Kawau Crescent

General Arrangements

52. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands and road markings on Korora Street and Kawau Crescent, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-006-C101, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Stopping and Parking Restrictions

53. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the west side of Korora Street commencing 21 metres northeast of its intersection with Keighleys Road and extending in a northeasterly direction for a distance of 42 metres.

54. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the east side of Korora Street commencing at its intersection with Kawau Crescent, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

55. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the east side of Korora Street commencing at its intersection with Kawau Crescent, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 24 metres.

56. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north side of Kawau Crescent commencing at its intersection with Korora Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

57. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south side of Kawau Crescent commencing at its intersection with Korora Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

Road/Raymond Road

General Arrangements

58. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands and road markings on Korora, commencing at its intersection with Kawau Crescent, and extending in a northerly, easterly, and southerly direction as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-007-C101, dated 29/08/23 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Shared Paths

59. Approves that a bi-directional Shared Path be resolved in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with Section 11.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 on the west side of Raymond Road commencing at its intersection with Bromley Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 57 metres. This Shared Path is for use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

Bromley School, Keighleys Road

General Arrangements

60. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments, traffic islands and road markings on Keighleys Road, as detailed on plan 310203418-TP74469-01-008-C101, and attached to this report as Attachment A.

3. Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1 This project is funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348 million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund.

3.3 The Improving Bromley’s Roads project #74469 was included within the Transport Choices programme due to alignment with the “creating walkable networks” investment category of the programme.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

· Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding;

· Focusing investments in certain suburbs;

· Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes;

· Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme;

· Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

Project Options Considered

4.3 Selection of Bromley sites for inclusion in the Central Government Transport Choices programme considered alignment with funding criteria. The criteria constrained scope, and limited works to those amenable to a fast-track design and construction process to meet programme timeframes.

4.4 Initial work and community engagement started under Improving Bromley’s Roads project #67989 in FY23 and was used to inform selection of six key intersections plus two other possible sites, depending on budget availability.

4.5 The eight selected sites were accepted into the Transport Choices programme and a new project, Improving Bromley’s Roads project #74469, was set up for the Transport Choices funded work in Bromley.

4.6 Work on the wider Improving Bromley’s Roads project #67989 area transport action plan continues in parallel with the Transport Choices works. Opportunities to maximise efficiency and leverage off the Transport Choices works by bringing forward installation of additional complementary traffic calming measures under project #67989 and are also being prioritised.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

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

5.1.1 Linwood Ward

5.1.2 Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board

Scheme Description

5.2 The proposed scheme consulted on comprised a range of raised platform, mini roundabout, traffic lane narrowing and geometric tightening traffic calming elements, raised pedestrian crossings and cycling improvements across six intersections two additional opportunity sites in Bromley shown in Figure 1.

5.3 Identified intersections mostly have a residential land use. There are several cemeteries in the area, and Bromley Primary School lies on Keighleys Road. There is a small group of shops at the McGregors Road-Walcot Street intersection. The list of sites within the scope of the project is as follows and as indicated on the map below:

Site 1: McGregors Road/Hay Street/Butterfield Avenue

Site 2: Hay Street/Ruru Road

Site 3: Keighleys Road/Bromley Road

Site 4: McGregors Road/Walcot Street

Site 5: Hay Street/Korora Street

Site 6: Korora Street/Kawau Crescent

Site 7: Bromley Road/Raymond Street

Site 8: Bromley School

Figure 1: Proposed Scheme - Site Locations

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5.4 Scheme Descriptions

5.4.1 McGregors Road/Hay Street/Butterfield Avenue Intersections works

The site includes two adjacent intersections and two routes traversing the Bromley neighbourhood that are used by light and heavy vehicles featuring in community consultation feedback. The 155 bus route travels through these intersections along Hay Street east and McGregors Road north. The scheme includes:

· Raised safety platform and median island on Hay Street southern approach;

· Pedestrian and cycle crossings on Hay Street (between McGregors intersctions) and on McGregors Road at the Hay Street intersection;

· A mini roundabout at the intersection of McGregors (north) and Hay Street;

· Speed cushions on McGregors Road (north), Buttterfield Avenue and Hay Street (east);

· Widened shared pedestrian-cycle path treatments on Hay Street and extending into McGregors South with narrowed traffic lanes throughout; and

· No stopping treatments applied where lane widths or safety would by obstructed by parked vehicles.

5.4.2 Hay Street / Ruru Road Intersection works

The site includes the intersection of Hay Street and Ruru Road. Memorial Park Cemetery is immediately north of the site, and Ruru Lawn Cemetery lies to the southeast.
The 155 bus route travels through this intersection along Hay Street and Ruru Road east. The scheme includes:

· A mini roundabout at the intersection with kerb buildouts to direct vehicle approaches; and

· Raised platform zebra crossings on Ruru (east) and Hay Street, and raised table platform on Ruru (west).

5.4.3 Keighleys / Bromley Intersection works

The site includes the intersection of Keighleys Road and Bromley Road. Bromley Cemetery lies west of Keighley’s Road, and Cypress Garden Reserve lies to the east. Bromley School lies north of the site, on the east side of Keighley’s Road. The 155 bus route travels along Keighleys Road south and Bromley Road in the east. The scheme includes:

· A platform on all approaches to the intersection, replacing the current lower height speed platform on Keighleys (north). Existing pedestrian island to remain.

5.4.4 McGregors / Walcot works

The site includes the intersection of McGregors Road and Walcot Street - intersection features a set of local shops, namely, a dairy, barber, tattoo shop, and a fish n’ chip shop. There are dedicated parks outside the local shops, which are not time-restricted. On-street parking is also available throughout the site. The scheme includes:

· Roundabout control at the intersection, with a raised kerb on the south west side to ensure all approaches are a consistent size and shape. Raised platforms on each approach for crossing opportunities (not formal zebra crossings).

5.4.5 Hay/Korora works

The site includes the intersection of Hay Street and Korora Street. The 155 bus route travels along Hay Street from McGregors Road in the west to Ruru Road in the east. The scheme includes:

· Raised buildouts on all approaches to the intersections to narrow the lanes on the approaches;

· Raised platform across all approaches to reduce vehicle speed; and

· Speed cushions on Korora Street at approximately 90m intervals extending down to Site 6 the Korora/Kawau intersection.

5.4.6 Korora/Kawau works

The site includes the intersection of Korora Street and Kawau Crescent.
The Bromley school Kawau Crescent pedestrian entrance is most commonly by residents from the northern catchment area. The scheme includes:

· Raised buildouts on all approaches to the intersections to narrow the lanes on the approaches; and

· Speed cushion across all approaches to reduce vehicle speed.

5.4.7 Bromley/Raymond works

The site covers pedestrian access to the northwest of the Bromley/Raymond intersection adjacent to Cypress Garden Reserve. The scheme includes:

· Adding a length of footpath, on the western side of Raymond Road, from the intersection to the entrance to Cypress Gardens.

5.4.8 Keighleys Road by Bromley School works

The site covers the roadway outside the main entrance to Bromley School and the existing kea crossing. The scheme includes:

· Adding two speed humps either side of the existing kea crossing location;

· Adding speed cushions west of the informal build out opposite the school car park entrance, and adding some surfacing to allow this to be used for an informal crossing point to parking used for pick-ups/drop-offs across Keighleys Road from the school.

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.5 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.6 Staff attended a LinWard collective hui (consisting of Te Whare Taonga o Ngā Iwi Katoa Linwood Resource Centre, Bromley Community Trust, The Loft, CCC Libraries, Christchurch Methodist Mission and St Chads Church and Linwood Avenue Corner Trust) to brief them on Way Safer Streets projects in early June 2023. Recommended engagement tactics were taken on board.

5.7 Consultation started on 16 June and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, AA, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision, ECan, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Bromley School, and The Loft at Eastgate. The consultation was posted on the council Facebook page, as well as local community groups, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map.

5.8 Consultation documents (including a submission form) and flyers were available at Bromley Community Centre, Linwood Union Church, Linwood Library, and Linwood Resource Centre and Community Gardens.

5.9 Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. Digital screens advertised the consultation in Civic Offices and Linwood Library, as well as newspaper advertisements in The Star and The Pegasus Post. Digital billboards were utilised in Linwood, including outside Eastgate Mall. An online targeted campaign ran for the entire consultation period. Footpath decals with QR codes were installed in the project area to direct local pedestrians to the consultation.

5.10 During consultation, flyers were delivered to residents in the local area, and emails were sent to those who expressed interest in being updated on Way Safer Streets.

5.11 Bromley School were engaged during consultation. They shared feedback on the plans and indicated how parents are currently parking near the school. They were supportive of the plans and recommended additional locations near the school for traffic calming and pedestrian crossings.

5.12 Local businesses were door knocked and given consultation letters and an explanation of the plans. They were supportive of the plans and discussed issues with speeding in the area.

5.13 Residents most affected by the intersection improvements were door knocked during consultation. They were mostly in support of the plans as a good initial step to address major existing safety concerns related to speeding and vehicle crashes.

5.14 Key stakeholder meetings throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, FENZ, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly, further informed projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.15 Feedback on the plans could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint Map, by making a submission, or both.

5.16 A total of 35 submissions and 35 comments were received on Improving Bromley’s Roads. 26 submissions were made via the Social Pinpoint Map, and nine submissions were made via email/PDF/letter. Submissions were received from Linwood Resource Centre, Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board, the Bromley Art Group, the Disabled Persons Assembly, and 31 individuals. All submissions and comments are available in Attachment B.

5.17 On the Social Pinpoint Map, the project received a total of 90 upvotes, 13 downvotes, and 35 comments:

Project pin	Comments	Upvotes	Downvotes
Overall project pin	20	25	3
Site 1 - McGregors / Hay / Butterfield	6	9	1
Site 2 - Hay / Ruru	0	9	2
Site 3 - Keighleys / Bromley Rd	1	9	1
Site 4 - McGregors / Walcot	5	10	3
Site 5 - Hay St / Korora St	1	7	1
Site 6 - Korora St / Kawau Cr	0	5	0
Additional Opportunity - Bromley School	1	7	1
Additional Opportunity - Bromley Rd / Raymond Rd	1	9	1
Total	35	90	13

5.18
Comment sentiment was predominantly mixed (54.3%), and positive (28.6%):

5.19 Submitters were asked how they travel through this area. The majority (88.5%) of submitters travel in a car as the driver, however over half (57.8%) also walk in the area:

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5.20 The majority of submitters felt the proposed changes would improve safety at intersections (69.2%):

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5.21 This sentiment differed slightly depending on whether they live on the affected streets (i.e. Hay Street, Ruru Road, McGregors Road), live in the suburb but not on affected streets (i.e. Bromley), or live elsewhere:

Do you think this proposal will improve safety at intersections?	Live on affected streets	Live in suburb elsewhere	Live elsewhere
Yes	7	7	4
Somewhat	3	2	0
No	3	0	0

5.22 The majority of submitters supported the additional proposed safety features outside Bromley School (80.8%):

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5.23 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below. Note that there could be cross-over between those making comments and making submissions:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Highlighting current safety issues / speeding · Cars regularly speed on these streets, especially Hay Street and Cypress Street, and around corners · Concern about crashes into houses, into people, and cars overtaking dangerously · Currently an unsafe environment for tamariki	9	16	25
Support of the intersection upgrades · Specific support around how these intersection upgrades would start to address these issues with safety	12	12	24
Concern about burnouts / cruising · Concern around burnouts and boy racers speeding happening at all hours, on Maces Road, Ruru Road, Cypress Street, Keighleys, Raupo, and the McGegors/Walcot intersection	4	5	9
Concern about heavy vehicles · Concern about heavy vehicles and buses using Korora Street and Ruru Road, often speeding · Concern about heavy vehicles cutting through on Hay Street and Bromley Road outside the school	2	4	6

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
More speed bumps and traffic calming within the project area · More speed bumps are installed, the better · Intersections should be raised · More treatments on Hay Street, McGregors Road, Cypress Street, Ruru Road, Korora/Hay intersection, McGregors/Hay intersection, McGregors/Walcot intersection, Bromley/Keighley’s Road intersection, Raymond Road	14	16	30
Out of project area requests · Calls for a project to focus on Cypress Street traffic calming · Improve the Linwood Ave / Hay Street intersection, by introducing traffic calming for drivers, and increasing pedestrian accessibility	10	10	20
School pedestrian improvements · More pedestrian crossings to cater to the school on Kawau Crescent, Bromley/Keighley’s intersection, and Korora Street	1	6	7
Reduce speeds · Reduce speeds particularly outside the school · Concern that Bromley hasn’t been treated equally with regard to speed restrictions	2	4	6
Other requests · Make it safer for those with mobility issues · Have teachers monitor the school gates · Have police patrolling · Landscaping	5	6	11

Changes made to the scheme design as a result of consultation and other feedback

5.24 The basic scheme proposed and consulted on across the eight selected sites had responded well to early community feedback drawn from the wider Bromley project #67989. Design changes were generally minor changes in response to community, road safety audit and Waka Kotahi feedback.

5.25 For McGregors Road/Hay Street/Butterfield Avenue (Site 1), Hay Street/Ruru Road (Site 2), Keighleys Road/Bromley Road (Site 3) and McGregors Road/Walcot Street (Site 5), the response themes of current safety and speeding issues as well as pedestrian safety at were well catered for in the proposed scheme. However, design responses to feedback on heavy vehicles cutting through the area were limited by the need to provide for transit of buses as these sites are on bus route 155. Geometric adjustments have been made where possible at the intersections to slow vehicles and help dissuade use by heavy vehicles other than scheduled busses.

5.26 At the McGregors Road/Walcot Street intersection (Site 4), no specific modifications were made as a result of consultation. The general themes of speeding, need for traffic calming and pedestrian safety improvements were well covered. Slight changes to tighten geometrics and slow vehicles and optimise pedestrian routes around the intersection were made.

5.27 At the Korora Street / Kawau Crescent intersection (Site 6), no specific modifications were made as a result of consultation. The general themes of speeding, need for traffic calming and pedestrian safety improvements well covered. Slight adjustments to line marking and to optimise delineation of pedestrian routes around the intersection were made.

5.28 At the Bromley Road / Raymond Street intersection (Site 7) and Bromley Road (Site 8) no specific modifications were made as consultation was generally in support of the proposed design. The general themes of speeding, need for traffic calming and pedestrian safety improvements well covered. At site 8 the location of the speed cushions and build-outs were moved eastward to avoid conflict with cemetery access.

6. Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic AlignmentTe Rautaki Tīaroaro

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

6.2 Transport

6.2.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

· 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 recommendations of this report are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.3.1 The changes proposed align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.3.2 The changes proposed align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

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

6.6 The projects are based on minor changes to, or re-allocation of, existing road spaces, so are not anticipated to have a significant impact on Mana Whenua.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.7.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.7.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.8 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

6.10 New Zealander has the 5^th highest transport emissions rate per capita among the 43 OECD countries. Petrol or diesel car use is typically the single-biggest contributor to an individual’s carbon footprint in New Zealand.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.13 This proposal improves accessibility for people walking and cycling, by providing a safer means of accessing and using our street network.

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement - the total project estimate is $3,029,899. This is inclusive of design and project management.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs – $19,200 per year additional costs associated with coloured surfacing, linework and speed cushions and manual sweeping of channels associated with raised platforms and speed cushions. These costs will be eligible for Waka Kotahi subsidy at Council’s 51% Funding Assistance Rate. The net maintenance cost for the full Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Council’s capital programme:

7.3.1 ID 74469, Transport Choices 2022 – Improving Bromley’s Roads, $3,038,054

7.4 All funds sit within project ID 74469. Project ID 67989 Improving Bromley’s Road is a separate Council funded project, budget $1M. It is not proposed to utilise ID 67989 to fund improvements as set out in this report. However, the community engagement undertaken for Transport Choices is anticipated to help inform community priorities for the Council funded project.

7.6.1 The project is in accordance with the scope and design approved by Waka Kotahi.

7.6.2 Project costs are in accordance with expectations.

7.6.3 Ability to deliver the project prior to June 2024.

7.7 The staff recommendations of this report include that Council’s approval of this project is conditional on a funding agreement with Waka Kotahi being in place for the physical works.

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

8.3 Part 1, Clauses 7 and 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.4 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

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Improving Bromley's Roads Scheme Plans	23/1388436	419
b ⇩	Improving Bromley's Roads - Submission Table (Public)	23/1372480	428

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Peter Bawden - Senior Project Manager

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

Council

21 September 2023

11. Transport Choices - Little River Link Cycle Connections (Aidanfield)
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1168838
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Andrew Cameron, Project Manager Transport, andrew.cameron@ccc.govt.nz; Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport, Jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.2 The origin of this report is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme.

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

1. Approves that construction of the Aidanfield component of the Little River Link Cycle Connections project is conditional on implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

2. Approves the changes to the layout of Nash reserve including, planting, bridge, additional and widening of paths, as generally shown on the plan TP362101 Issue 1, included within this report as Attachment A.

3. Approves the removal of three trees and the planting of six replacement trees as detailed in the tree assessment included in this report as Attachment B .

3. Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1 This project is funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348 million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund.

3.3 The Little River Link Cycle Connections project was included within the Transport Choices programme due to alignment with the “deliver strategic cycling/micro mobility networks” investment category of the programme.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

· Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding;

· Focusing investments in certain suburbs;

· Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes;

· Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme;

· Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

Project Options Considered

4.3 As this project aims to formalising a currently informal connection that has significant use no further option was considered.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

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

5.1.1 Halswell Ward

5.1.2 Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board

5.2 Formal access for cyclists from the Aidanfield area to the Little River Major Cycle Route is currently over one of the two Waka Kotahi bridges located on Awatea Road and on Aidanfield Drive. Both bridges provide a 2m shared path which do not connect into a dedicated cycle facility/shared path into the Aidanfield area. Situated between these two bridges is an underpass that directly connects to the Little River Major Cycle Route to the north of the motorway, and to the south of the motorway connects into Nash Reserve via a grit path that runs for approximately 100m south-east into the reserve. From the termination of this path tracks have been worn across the grass to both Bronco Drive and towards Date Crescent. A count of scooters, cyclists and pedestrians was taken on 30 March 2023 at the exit of the underpass on the Nash Reserve side of the motorway. The data below shows the total count between 7am and 6:30pm. 70% of the cyclists recorded north bound were between 7am and 8:30am with 70% of the south bound cyclists between 3:30pm and 6:30 pm. This data would suggest that this connection is currently a desired commuter link to the Little River Major Cycle Route.

North Bound			South Bound
Scooter	Bicycle	Pedestrian	Scooter	Bicycle	Pedestrian
1	29	30	1	26	20

5.3 This project proposes to provide the following.

· Work with Waka Kotahi (as the Christchurch Southern Motorway Road Controlling Authority) to remove flaxes on the exit of the underpass to address current CPTED concerns.

· Create a 3m wide shared facility that exits onto Date Crescent and Bronco Drive.

· Replace the existing bridge with a 3m wide bridge that sits above the 50-year high water level.

· Remove three self-seeded willows that clash with the new bridge and create a CPTED concern.

· Plant six trees to replace those removed.

· Realign the connection of the existing grit path that heads east from the underpass to create a safer alignment to the new shared path.

Responses to consultation feedback

Opposition to the plan / location

5.4 There was some negative sentiment around impact on green space, privacy, and view of the reserve. Six replacement trees are proposed for the playground area that will provide an increase to the tree diversity in the area, shade within the playground and for the adjacent parking.

Address flooding and raise the path as high as possible

5.5 Those who raised this theme mentioned the bridge area in particular needing to be as high as possible above flood levels. The bridge level will be raised above the current 50-year high water level.

Connect to Bronco Drive path

5.6 There is a well-trodden dirt path connection into Bronco Drive near the playground that was not proposed to be upgraded pre-consultation. Upgrading this connection has been included in the proposed design as requested by the community.

Address visibility at corners

5.7 Addressing visibility where paths connect with the Little River Major Cycle Route, under the motorway. Vegetation removal is requested but those who raised this theme requested if anything else can be done, such as mirrors, and conducting safety audits on this point. Staff will work with Waka Kotahi to address the issue of visibility created by planting on each side of the subway.

Install lighting

5.8 Both general lighting and lighting under the bridge have been requested. Council’s maintenance have been made aware that the underpass lights are not operational. No additional lighting is proposed however the existing light that currently lights the area to the south of the underpass will be optimised to light this area including the new bridge.

Additional route extension requests

5.9 A summary of other requests made is as follows:

· Improve the overpass on Dunbars Road going to Halswell/Westlake

· Improve connection with Somerville Crescent

· Create a connection from Aidanfield to Ngā Puna Wai

· Connect to McMahon Drive

· Improve connectivity in Halswell to public transport and Quarryman’s trail

· Create a mountain bike track amongst trees off of new path

5.10 These improvements are outside of the scope of this project.

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.11 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.12 Early engagement started in early June 2023, when all surrounding residents were doorknocked with a letter and scheme plan, letting them know of the upcoming consultation details. Early feedback was mixed, some residents welcomed the changes while others were concerned about privacy and noise.

5.13 Consultation started on 16 June 2023 and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, AA, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision, Environment Canterbury, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Halswell Residents Association, and Aidanfield Christian School. The consultation was posted on the council Facebook page, as well as local community groups, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map.

5.14 During consultation, emails were sent to those who expressed interest online in being updated on Way Safer Streets. Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. Digital screens were advertising the consultation in Civic Offices, as well as newspaper advertising in The Star and The Southern View. An online targeted advertising campaign ran for the entire consultation period.

5.15 An A3 sign was installed in Nash Reserve with a QR code which directed local cyclists and pedestrians to the online consultation.

5.16 A Christchurch-wide cycling event, “Christchurch Winter Solstice Matariki Night Light Bike Ride” was attended, and flyers were distributed to ensure cyclists were aware of the wider Way Safer Streets programme.

5.17 Key stakeholder meetings throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, FENZ, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly, further informed projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.18 Feedback on the plans could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint Map, by making a submission, or both.

5.19 A total of 27 submissions and 22 comments were made on the project. 21 submissions were made in the interactive Social Pinpoint Map, and six submissions were made via email/PDF. Submissions were made by The Halswell Residents Association, the Disabled Persons Assembly, the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board, and 24 individuals. All submissions and comments are available in attachment B.

5.20 On the Social Pinpoint Map, the project received a total of 63 upvotes, 2 downvotes, and 22 comments.

5.21 Comment sentiment was analysed in addition to submissions, where the majority of comments were positive (68.2%):

5.22 Submitters were asked how they travel through this area. The majority either walk (76.2%) or cycle (76.2%):

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5.23 The majority of submitters (85.7%) felt this proposal would improve safety for cycling:

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5.24 This sentiment differed slightly depending on whether they live on the affected streets (i.e. Bronco Drive, Annies Lane, Date Crescent), live in local suburbs (e.g. Aidanfield, Wigram, Halswell, Hillmorton), or live elsewhere:

Do you think this proposal will improve safety for cycling?	Live on affected streets	Live in local suburbs	Live elsewhere
No	3	0	0
Yes	5	11	2

5.25 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal

Number of comments

Number of submissions

Total mentions

Support for the shared path

· Support for the project adequately addressing existing safety concerns

Opposition to the plan / location

· Negative sentiment around impact on green space, privacy, and view of the reserve

· Potential to increase noise, e-scooters, and antisocial behaviour

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Address flooding and raise the path as high as possible · Those who raised this theme mentioned the bridge area in particular needing to be as high as possible above flood levels	4	4	8
Connect to Bronco Drive path · Those who raised this theme mentioned an existing muddy path connection into Bronco Drive near the playground, which may as well be formalised as it becomes muddy and unsafe during winter	4	3	7
Additional route extension requests · Improve the overpass on Dunbars Road going to Halswell/Westlake (2) · Improve connection with Somerville Crescent (2) · From Aidanfield to Ngā Puna Wai (1) · Connect to McMahon Drive (1) · Improve connectivity in Halswell to public transport and Quarryman’s trail (1) · A mountain bike track amongst trees off of new path (1)	4	3	7
Address visibility at corners · In particular addressing visibility where paths connect with the MCR, under the motorway. Vegetation removal is requested but those who raised this theme requested if anything else can be done, such as mirrors, and conducting safety audits on this point	2	5	7
Make the path as wide as possible · Sharing the path with dogs, cyclists and pedestrians requires a wide path · Those who mentioned this theme requested a 3.5-4m wide path, and a wider bridge	4	3	7
Install lighting · Both general lighting and lighting under the bridge have been requested	3	3	6

6. Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic AlignmentTe Rautaki Tīaroaro

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

6.2 Transport

6.2.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

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

· Level of Service: 10.5.3 More people are choosing to travel by cycling - >=12,500 average daily cyclist detections

· Level of Service: 10.5.2 Improve the perception that Christchurch is a cycling friendly city - >=66% resident satisfaction

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3 The recommendations of this report are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.3.1 The changes proposed align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.3.2 The changes proposed align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.4 Having requested advice from the Treaty Relationships Team with regards to the project constructing a bridge over the Heathcote river the below advice was provided:

6.4.1 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 not specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

6.4.2 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.

6.4.3 The completion of this project, replacing a small footbridge and enhancing access to connected cycle paths in this area of the city and district, will bring positive outcomes for the whole community and can contribute to people’s wellbeing and safety.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.5 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.5.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.5.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.6 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

6.7 The Government’s Emissions Reduction Plan states we will have to ‘substantially improve infrastructure for walking and cycling’ to meet our emissions targets (including a 20% reduction in light Vehicle Kilometres Travelled by 2035 - required under the Emissions Reduction Plan). Improving the quality of our streets for walking and cycling is also a key part of the Ministry of Transport and Waka Kotahi’s efforts to decarbonise the transport system.

6.8 New Zealander has the 5^th highest transport emissions rate per capita among the 43 OECD countries. Petrol or diesel car use is typically the single-biggest contributor to an individual’s carbon footprint in New Zealand.

6.9 From the 2022 Life in Christchurch Transport Survey, 96 percent of respondents travel by car. Respondents find car travel the least difficult means of travel. Inconsiderate and dangerous behaviour from other road users and sharing the road with cars were the main reasons respondents found it difficult to bike.

6.10 The proposed changes make it safer for people walking and cycling, which will have a net positive impact for the climate by helping to reduce transport emissions. Enabling more people to walk or cycle, particularly for local journeys, is a key part of council’s emissions reduction efforts by providing a safe, low emission way for residents to move around the city.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.11 This proposal improves accessibility for people walking and cycling, by providing a safer means of accessing and using our street network.

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement - the estimate to implement the project is $550,000 This is inclusive of all project costs.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs – generally consistent with existing maintenance costs. The net maintenance cost for the full Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Councils capital programme:

7.3.1 ID 72760, Transport Choices 2022 – Little River Cycle Connections $4,303,242

7.5.1 The project is in accordance with the scope and design approved by Waka Kotahi.

7.5.2 Project costs are in accordance with expectations.

7.5.3 Ability to deliver the project prior to June 2024.

7.6 The staff recommendations of this report include that Council’s approval of this project is conditional on a funding agreement with Waka Kotahi being in place for the physical works.

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

8.3 Part 1, Clauses 7 and 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.4 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

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Scheme plan	23/1387786	464
b ⇩	Tree Assessment	23/1360929	465
c ⇩	Aidanfield - Submission Table (Public)	23/1365921	468

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Andrew Cameron - Project Manager

Wayne Gallot - Senior Transportation Engineer

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

Ann Tomlinson - Project Manager

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

Council

21 September 2023

12. Transport Choices - Linwood and Woolston Improvements (Rhona Street)
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1168984
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Lisa-Maria Biggar, Project Manager Transport, lisa-maria.biggar@ccc.govt.nz Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport, jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.1 The purpose of this report is to inform the Council of feedback received, and for the Council to approve the design to proceed to construction for the Linwood and Woolston Improvements (Rhona Street) project.

1.2 The origin of this report is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme.

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

1. Approves construction of the Linwood and Woolston Improvements (Rhona Street) project subject to implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

3. Approves all road surface treatments, traffic islands, kerb alignments, traffic calming devices and road markings on Rhona Street, commencing at its intersection with Buckleys Road, and extending in north-westerly direction to the end (school boundary), as detailed on plan TG361702, sheet 1, dated 18/08/2023 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

4. Approves that in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.3 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 that the northwest approach of Rhona Street at its intersection with Buckleys Road be controlled by a Give Way.

5. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-eastern side of Rhona Street commencing at its intersection with Buckleys Road and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 22 metres.

6. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-eastern side of Rhona Street commencing at a point 62 metres northeast of its intersection with Buckleys Road and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of nine metres.

7. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-eastern side of Rhona Street commencing at a point 127 metres northeast of its intersection with Buckleys Road and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of nine metres.

8. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north western end of Rhona Street adjoining the property boundary of No.15 / 15A McLean Street (Te Pā o Rākaihautū School), and extending across the vehicle entrance and along the kerb build out in front of No.46 Rhona Street, as detailed on plan TG361702, sheet 1, dated 18/08/2023 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

9. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-western side of Rhona Street commencing at its intersection with Buckleys Road and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

10. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-western side of Rhona Street commencing at a point 62 metres northeast of its intersection with Buckleys Road and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of nine metres.

11. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-western side of Rhona Street commencing at a point 128 metres northeast of its intersection with Buckleys Road and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of nine metres.

12. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-western side of Buckleys Road commencing at its intersection with Rhona Street and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of seven metres.

13. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-western side of Buckleys Road commencing at its intersection with Rhona Street and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance nine metres.

14. Revokes 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 4 to 13.

15. Approves that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road marking that evidence the restrictions described in 4 to 14 are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

3. Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1 This project is funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348 million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund.

3.3 The Linwood and Woolston Improvements project was included within the Transport Choices programme due to alignment with the “creating walkable networks” investment category of the programme.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

· Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding.

· Focusing investments in certain suburbs.

· Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes.

· Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme.

· Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

4.2 All 14 projects submitted for Transport Choices funding were accepted by Waka Kotahi. However, in deciding to include the Transport Choices programme in the Draft Annual Plan, Council decided to include 11 projects in the programme and defer several business-as-usual projects by 12 months to enable the Transport Choices programme to be adequately resourced.

Project Options

4.3 The options considered for the whole scheme included:

· Do nothing.

Footpath improvement element

· Improve pedestrian access to Te Pā o Rākaihautū School through either widening the footpath on both sides of Rhona Street or;

· Only on the footpath on south-western side.

Traffic calming element

· Speed humps only, with on-street parking retained.

· Speed humps combined with road narrowing achieved by kerb buildouts and loss of on-street parking at the kerb buildouts.

At the school end of the street

· Provide a new curved turning head.

· Provide a short footpath connection to Te Pā o Rākaihautū School without a new turnaround area.

At the Buckleys Road intersection

· Provide a Give Way Control, with pedestrian refuge island and speed hump.

· Provide a narrow intersection threshold, with kerb buildouts and speed hump.

Project Options Selection

4.4 The preferred option was chosen for the following reasons:

· Widening the footpath on the south-western side will provide the best improvements for the school, particularly for students walking to and from the Linwood pool for swimming lessons. It encourages students to stay on the south-western side of Rhona Street to use the existing traffic signals with the signalised pedestrian crossing on Buckleys Road to the southwest side of Rhona Street.

· Traffic calming using speed humps combined with road narrowing is more effective in speed reduction since many vehicles are not discouraged by speed humps alone, yet all drivers tend to slow down whilst approaching a road narrowing. The associated kerb buildouts have been located between driveways to minimise the loss of on-street parking and to provide opportunities for streetscapes.

· At the end of the street, while a full turning head would assist some vehicles, this has been considered by the local residents as being of negligible benefit that would not justify the removal of several parking spaces. Instead, the short footpath connection at the school end of the street minimises the loss of on-street parking with a turning head while providing connection for pedestrians between the school and the footpath.

· The pedestrian refuge island and speed hump treatment at the Buckleys Road intersection will be consistent with the proposal for the Buckleys Road/McLean Street intersection to the south. The pedestrian refuge island reduces the crossing distance for pedestrians and enables them to cross Rhona Street in two stages.

· The option meets the project objectives and is able to be delivered within the constrained Transport Choices programme timeframe.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

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

5.1.1 Linwood Ward

5.1.2 Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board

5.2 The purpose of the project is to improve walking connections to Te Pā o Rākaihautū School and provide traffic calming along Rhona Street by means of:

· Providing a kerb buildout and path on Rhona Street at the school access connecting to the south-western footpath on Rhona Street.

· Footpath widening on the south-western side of Rhona Street. The footpath will be 2.2 metres wide along the kerb, which is an improvement on the existing footpath that is under-width and obstructed by poles.

· Traffic calming with speed humps and kerb buildouts along Rhona Street. The road width at the buildouts is 6 metres, which compares to the current 14 metres wide.

· Lighting upgrades.

· Street trees and landscaping at the kerb buildouts.

· A pedestrian refuge island with speed hump and Give Way control on Rhona Street at its intersection with Buckleys Road.

· Tactile pavers on Rhona Street at the intersection with Buckleys Road.

· No stopping restrictions at various locations.

· Drainage improvements.

5.3 To implement this scheme, there will be a loss of eight on-street parking spaces on Rhona Street - four parking spaces at the kerb buildouts with speed humps and four parking spaces at the Rhona Street/Buckleys Road intersection.

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.4 Early engagement started in late May 2023 when staff met with Te Pā o Rākaihautū School to brief them on the project.

5.5 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.6 Staff attended a LinWard collective hui (consisting of Te Whare Taonga o Ngā Iwi Katoa - Linwood Resource Centre, Bromley Community Trust, The Loft, CCC Libraries, Christchurch Methodist Mission and St Chads Church and Linwood Avenue Corner Trust) to brief them on Way Safer Streets projects in early June 2023. Recommended engagement tactics were taken on board.

5.7 Consultation started on 16 June and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, The New Zealand Automobile Association, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision group, ECan, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Te Pā o Rākaihautū School, and The Loft at Eastgate.

5.8 The consultation was posted on the Council Facebook page, as well as local community group pages, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map. The consultation plan is provided as Attachment B.

5.9 Residents in the project area were doorknocked and provided with scheme plans in June 2023, where feedback was mostly positive, and residents spoke of existing safety issues, speeding, and drainage concerns.

5.10 Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. There were digital screens advertised the consultation in Civic Offices and Linwood Library, as well as newspaper advertisements in The Star and The Pegasus Post. Digital billboards were used in Linwood, including at the Aldwins Road/Buckleys Road/Linwood Ave intersection, at bus shelters, and outside Eastgate mall. Footpath decals with QR codes to the consultation were used in the Linwood and Bromley project areas. An online targeted campaign ran for the entire consultation period.

5.11 During consultation, flyers were delivered to residents in the local area, and emails were sent to those who expressed interest in being updated on Way Safer Streets.

5.12 Consultation documents and flyers were delivered to Bromley Community Centre, Linwood Union Church, Linwood Library, and Linwood Resource Centre and Community Gardens. These included opportunities to make physical and written submissions.

5.13 A street meeting was hosted after consultation closed on 21 June 2023, with residents of Rhona Street, McLean Street and staff from Te Pā o Rākaihautū School. Residents raised concerns with drainage, the proposed loss of parking, the location proposed, the turning head and footpath design, and tree loss. They asked where the rationale for the project had come from, and asked staff to investigate a project on McLean Street. Staff from Te Pa o Rakaihautu School agreed with community suggestions made, and staff committed to updating the plan to accommodate the requests where possible, and advised that others (such as drainage) would be addressed through detailed design.

5.14 There were key stakeholder meetings throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, FENZ, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly. The information gathered also informed other projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.15 Feedback on the scheme could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint Map, or by making a written or verbal submission.

5.16 A total of nine submissions and 12 comments were made on the project. Four submissions were made in the interactive Social Pinpoint Map, and five submissions were made via email/PDF. Submissions were made by the Disabled Persons Assembly, the Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board and seven individuals. All submissions and comments are available in Attachment C.

5.17 On the Social Pinpoint Map, the project received a total of 19 upvotes, 11 downvotes, and 12 comments.

5.18 Comment sentiment was analysed in addition to submissions, where half of the comments were negative (50.0%), and another third (33.3%) were mixed.

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5.19 Submitters were asked for their methods of travel through this area. Half of the submitters use it to walk (50.0%):

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5.20 The majority of submitters felt this proposal would improve safety for tamariki travelling to school (75.0%):

5.21 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below. Note that there could be cross-over between those making comments and making submissions:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Existing pedestrian safety concerns · Speeding, flooding and footpath condition	4	5	9
Support for the overall project · This theme covers how changes would be beneficial to residents, and would address existing safety concerns	4	4	8
Concern this project would make safety worse · There was general concern that it does not fully address pedestrian safety, as well as driver safety when coming out of driveways, and encouraging more traffic to use the school entrance	5	2	7
Concern toward the turning head at the school end · Concern on parking removal, and the idea that this would encouraging more cars to use this entrance to the school, and leading to increased antisocial behaviour at the end of the street	4	3	7
Concern on loss of parking · Parking already a premium, due to school vehicles and increased housing intensification	2	2	4

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Prioritise speed bumps · The addition of speed humps was welcomed, and requested to be the focus, instead of a turning head at the school entrance	6	2	8
Investigate a project at McLean Street · Instead of Rhona Street, as McLean is the main school entrance	4	2	6
Fix drainage/flooding · Requests came through to address drainage and flooding as a priority before doing any work	2	1	3

Changes made to the scheme design as a result of consultation feedback:

5.22 The proposed turning head at the end of Rhona Street was removed.

5.23 Additional kerb buildouts at the end of Rhona Street were added, connecting pedestrians from the school to the existing footpath on the southwestern side and no stopping.

5.24 The road width at kerb buildouts was reduced, providing opportunities for two street trees and landscaping.

5.25 Intersection control with Give way at Buckleys Road intersection incorporated to the scheme.

5.26 Drainage improvements with additional sumps to mitigate the flooding concerns (not shown on the plan).

6. Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic AlignmentTe Rautaki Tīaroaro

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

6.2 Transport

6.2.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

· 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

6.1 The recommendations of this report are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.1.1 The changes proposed align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.2 The changes proposed align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.3 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 not specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

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

6.5 The projects are based on minor changes to, or re-allocation of, existing road spaces, so are not anticipated to have a significant impact on Mana Whenua.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.6 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.6.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.6.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.7 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

6.8 New Zealand has the 5^th highest transport emissions rate per capita among the 43 OECD countries. Petrol or diesel car use is typically the single-biggest contributor to an individual’s carbon footprint within New Zealand.

6.9 From the 2022 Life in Christchurch Transport Survey, 96 percent of respondents travel by car. Respondents find car travel the least difficult means of travel: "We use car travel as it is easier. Christchurch is very spread out and to have several buses is not convenient." Inconsiderate and dangerous behaviour from other road users and sharing the road with cars were the main reasons respondents found it difficult to bike.

6.10 The Transport Choices programme addresses barriers to people making sustainable travel choices. Removing these barriers will lead to reductions in vehicle kilometres travelled and consequently emissions from Transport.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.11 Waka Kotahi developed a set of Project Design Parameters to ensure all projects work to collectively meet the programme objectives. The Project Design Parameters require that “the infrastructure should be designed for children and people with visual, mobility, or cognitive impairments. If the infrastructure works for them, it will work for a wider spectrum of the population who are interested in walking and cycling but concerned for their safety.” Transport Choices projects have been designed in accordance with these requirements.

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement - the total project estimate is $494,472. This is inclusive of all project costs.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs – maintenance costs for this project will be comparable to existing costs. The net maintenance cost for the wider $26M Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Councils capital programme:

7.3.1 ID 72764, Transport Choices 2022 – Linwood and Woolston Roading and Transport Improvements - $1,480,684

7.5.1 The project is in accordance with the scope and design approved by Waka Kotahi.

7.5.2 Project costs are in accordance with expectations.

7.5.3 Ability to deliver the project prior to June 2024.

7.6 The staff recommendations of this report include that Council’s approval of this project is conditional on a funding agreement with Waka Kotahi being in place for the physical works.

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

8.3 Part 1, Clauses 7 and 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.4 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

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Scheme - Plan - CERF - Rhona Street - Buckleys to End - For Approval Plan - TP361702 - 2023_0818	23/1279169	511
b ⇩	Scheme - Plan - CERF - Rhona Street - Buckleys to End - Consultation Plan - TP361701	23/897510	512
c ⇩	Rhona Street - Submission Table (Public)	23/1371667	513

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Lisa-Maria Biggar - Junior Project Manager

Barry Hayes - Team Leader Transport Design

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

May Wong - Engineer - Traffic Investigations

Kelly Griffiths - Senior Project Manager

Wayne Gallot - Senior Transportation Engineer

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

Council

21 September 2023

13. Transport Choices - Linwood and Woolston Improvements (Smith Street)
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1169099
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Lisa-Maria Biggar, Project Manager Transport, lisa-maria.biggar@ccc.govt.nz Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport, jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.2 The origin of this report is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme.

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

General

1. Approves that construction of the Linwood and Woolston Improvements (Smith Street) project is conditional on implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

3. Approves that the traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions described in the recommendations of this report take effect when infrastructure, signage and/or road markings that evidence the controls and restrictions are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

Smith Street

5. Approves all road surface treatments, traffic islands, kerb alignments, traffic calming devices and road markings on Smith Street, commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road, and extending in north-easterly direction to its intersection with Linwood Avenue, as detailed on plan TG361801, sheet 1 and 2, dated 22/08/2023 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

6. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act: Traffic Control Devices Rule 2004, that the path on the north-western side of Smith Street, commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue, and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of 73 metres be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

7. Approves pursuant to Section 334(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1974 that a pedestrian crossing be resolved and established on a raised platform in accordance with Section 8.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, on Smith Street, commencing at a point 45 metres southwest of its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a southwest direction for a distance of 3 metres as detailed on plan TG361801, sheet 1 and 2, dated 22/08/2023 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

8. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act: Traffic Control Devices Rule 2004, that the path on the north-western side of Smith Street, commencing at a point 215 metres southwest of its intersection with Linwood Avenue, and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of ten metres be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

9. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act: Traffic Control Devices Rule 2004, that the path on the south-eastern side of Smith Street, commencing at a point 219 metres southwest of its intersection with Linwood Avenue, and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of eight metres be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

10. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act: Traffic Control Devices Rule 2004, that the path on the south-eastern side of Smith Street, commencing at a point 96 metres southwest of its intersection with Bray Street, and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of five metres be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

11. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-western side of Smith Street commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of 75 metres.

12. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-western side of Smith Street commencing at a point 131 metres southwest of its intersection with Linwood Avenue and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of 28 metres.

13. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-eastern side of Smith Street commencing at its intersection with Linwood Avenue, and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of 76 metres.

14. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-eastern side of Smith Street commencing at a point 210 metres southwest of its intersection with Linwood Avenue, and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of 25 metres.

15. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-eastern side of Smith Street commencing at a point 43 metres southwest of intersection with Bray Street and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of 37 metres.

16. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-eastern side of Smith Street commencing at a point 88 metres southwest of intersection with Bray Street and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

17. Approves that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-eastern side of Smith Street commencing at a point 149 metres southwest of its intersection with Bray Street and extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

18. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-eastern side of Smith Street commencing at a point 158 metres southwest of intersection with Bray Street, and extending in a south westerly direction to its intersection with Ferry Road.

19. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-western side of Smith Street commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 24 metres.

20. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-western side of Smith Street commencing at a point 97 metres northeast of its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a north easterly direction to its intersection with Matlock Street.

21. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-western side of Smith Street commencing at its intersection with Matlock Street, and extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

22. Approves that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 30 minutes, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-western side of Smith Street commencing at a point 29 metres northeast of its intersection with Matlock Street and extending in a north easterly westerly direction for a distance of 27 metres. This restriction is to apply 8:00am to 9:30am and 2:00pm to 3:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Linwood Avenue

23. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments and road markings on Linwood Avenue, commencing at its intersection with Smith Street, and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 76 meters, as detailed on plan TG361801, sheet 1 and 2, dated 22/08/2023 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

24. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017 and section 11.4 of the Land Transport Act: Traffic Control Devices Rule 2004, that the path on the north western side of Linwood Avenue, commencing at its intersection with Smith Street, and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 76 metres be resolved as a bi-directional Shared Path. This Shared Path is for the use by the classes of road user only as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004.

25. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-western side of Linwood Avenue commencing at its intersection with Smith Street and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

26. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-western side of Linwood Avenue commencing at a point 60 metres northwest of its intersection with Smith Street and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 18 metres.

27. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-western side of the Linwood Avenue central median commencing at a point 59 metres northwest of its intersection with the U-turn facility at Smith Street, and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.

Matlock Street

28. Approves all kerb alignments, road surface treatments and road markings on Matlock Street, commencing at its intersection with Smith Street, and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 17 meters, as detailed on plan TG361801, sheet 1 and 2, dated 22/08/2023 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

29. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south-western side of Matlock Street commencing at its intersection with Smith Street and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

30. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at all times, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the north-eastern side of Matlock Street commencing at its intersection with Smith Street and extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

3. Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1 This project is funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348 million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund.

3.3 The Linwood and Woolston Improvements project was included within the Transport Choices programme due to alignment with the “creating walkable networks” investment category of the programme.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

· Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding;

· Focusing investments on certain suburbs;

· Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes;

· Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme, and;

· Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

4.2 All 14 projects submitted for Transport Choices funding were accepted by Waka Kotahi. However, in deciding to include the Transport Choices programme in the Draft Annual Plan, Council decided to include 11 projects in the programme and defer several business-as-usual projects by 12 months to enable the Transport Choices programme to be adequately resourced.

Project Options

4.3 Options considered for the project included:

For all of Smith Street

· Do nothing;

· Provide additional traffic calming with speed cushions and cycle sharrows on Smith Street, combined with kerb cutdowns and tactile paving at side streets, and;

· Provide additional traffic calming with kerb buildouts, speed humps and cycle sharrows on Smith Street, combined with kerb cutdowns and tactile paving at side streets.

Near Te Pou Toetoe/Linwood Pool

· A raised zebra crossing, and;

· Kerb buildouts and a raised table to form an un-signalled crossing.

Near Ferry Road

· Provide a refuge island and kerb buildout on one side and retaining a two-lane approach on Smith Street, and;

· Provide a narrow intersection threshold comprising kerb buildouts and speed hump with single exit/ entry lane on Smith Street at the intersection.

On Linwood Avenue

· Establish a shared path outside Te Pou Toetoe/Linwood Pool on the Smith Street and Linwood Avenue frontages.

Project Options Selection

4.4 The preferred option was chosen for the following reasons:

· Traffic calming with speed cushions. Retain existing on-street parking, while traffic calming with kerb buildouts and speed humps require the removal of on-street parking. The spacing between the speed cushions enable cyclists to bypass the speed cushions.

· Provide a cycle-friendly environment along Smith Street with the additional traffic calming with speed cushions, in conjunction with the existing traffic calming treatments.

· Raised zebra crossing provides the safest form of pedestrian crossing facility near Te Pou Toetoe/Linwood Pool and most aligned with the safe system. It gives priority to pedestrians over vehicles on Smith Street. The raised crossing provides safe and comfortable crossing for pedestrians where the crossing is flush with the footpath, where vehicles approaching the zebra crossing at safe system speed (30kph).

· The refuge pedestrian island and build-out treatment near Ferry Road provides improvements for pedestrians at the intersection while retaining a two-lane approach on Smith Street. The refuge island enables pedestrians to cross Smith Street in two stages. A single lane approach with kerb buildout would impact on the turning movements on Smith Street. i.e., right turning out of Smith Street blocking the left turning traffic etc.

· The shared path along Te Pou Toetoe/Linwood Pool frontage would provide connection for cyclists from the Rapanui-Shag Rock Major Cycleway to the pool with existing mid-block crossing on Linwood Avenue.

· Meet the project objectives and delivery within the constraint project timeframe.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

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

5.1.1 Linwood Ward

5.1.2 Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board

5.2 The Smith Street improvements project aims to strengthen walking and cycling connections between Ferry Road, Linwood Avenue and Te Pou Toetoe/Linwood Pool.

The project consists of the installation of speed reduction measures (road humps and speed cushions), and cycle sharrow markings along Smith Street and the construction of a shared use path along Linwood Ave (between Smith Street and the existing midblock pedestrian/cycle crossing point).

Specific details include:

· Pedestrian refuge island with speed humps and kerb alteration on Smith Street at the intersection with Ferry Road.

· Informal two lane exit on Smith Street at the intersection with Ferry Road.

· Traffic calming treatments with speed cushions along Smith Street. The speed cushions will be located between existing traffic calming treatments.

· Raised zebra crossing on Smith Street between the northern pool vehicle access and Linwood Avenue. The raised zebra crossing is located near the pool main entrance. There will be a loss of eight on-street parking spaces for the raised zebra crossing.

· Speed cushions on the entry lane at the Linwood Avenue/Smith Street intersection.

· New shared path on Smith Street between Linwood Avenue and the pool northern vehicle access and on Linwood Avenue between Smith Street and existing crossing at Linwood Park. The shared path will be three metres in width.

· Sharrow markings along Smith Street at the existing and proposed traffic calming treatments and intersections.

· Lighting upgrade at existing and proposed traffic calming treatments and at the raised zebra crossing.

· Repaint existing raised platform ramps and speed humps on Smith Street with new ramp marking.

· New kerb cutdown with no stopping at the Mary Dixon Park. There will be a loss of two on-street parking spaces.

· Green surfacing and signage on Smith Street at Mary Dixon Park. Shared path at Mary Dixon Park.

· Tactile pavers and new cutdowns to assist vision impaired pedestrians at the existing crossing points.

· Edge line buffer along the shared path on Linwood Avenue for door opening zone.

· Cycle cutdown on Smith Street to shared path on Linwood Avenue.

· One existing street tree to be removed to accommodate the new shared path. The street tree is located on Smith Street at the intersection with Linwood Avenue.

· Three new street trees on Smith Street located at existing traffic calming at No.37 Smith Street and the intersection with Matlock Street and Linwood Avenue.

· Landscaping planting along Smith Street at the existing intersections (Ferry Road/Matlock Street/ Linwood Avenue), speed humps, crossing at concrete drain and new zebra crossing.

· There will be no change to the existing time restricted parking at Ferry Road/Smith Street intersection and at the Kidsfirst Kindergarten (21 Smith Street).

· Loss of eleven on-street parking spaces on Smith Steet. One parking space at the intersection with Ferry Road, two parking spaces at Mary Dixon Park and eight parking spaces for the raised zebra crossing.

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.3 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.4 Staff attended a LinWard collective hui (consisting of Te Whare Taonga o Ngā Iwi Katoa Linwood Resource Centre, Bromley Community Trust, The Loft, CCC Libraries, Christchurch Methodist Mission and St Chads Church and Linwood Avenue Corner Trust) to brief them on Way Safer Streets projects in early June 2023. Recommended engagement tactics were taken on board.

5.5 Consultation started on 16 June 2023 and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, AA, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision, ECan, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Whitau School, and The Loft at Eastgate. The consultation was posted on the council Facebook page, as well as local community groups, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map.

5.6 Consultation documents (including a submission form) and flyers were available at Bromley Community Centre, Linwood Union Church, Linwood Library, and Linwood Resource Centre and Community Gardens.

5.7 Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. Digital screens were displaying the consultation in Civic Offices and Linwood Library, as well as newspaper advertising in The Star and The Pegasus Post. Digital billboards were utilised in Linwood, including outside Eastgate Mall. An online targeted advertising campaign ran for the entire consultation period. Footpath decals with QR codes were installed where intersection upgrades were proposed.

5.8 During consultation, flyers were delivered to residents in the local area, and emails were sent to those who expressed interest in being updated on Way Safer Streets.

5.9 Key stakeholder meetings throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, FENZ, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly, further informed projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.10 Feedback on the plans could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint Map, by making a submission, or both.

5.11 A total of 27 submissions and 15 comments were received on Smith Street. 22 submissions were made via the Social Pinpoint Map, and five submissions were made via email/PDF. Submissions were received from Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board, Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board, Disabled Persons Assembly, and 19 individuals. All submissions and comments are available in Attachment B.

5.12 On the Social Pinpoint Map, the projects received a total of 96 upvotes, 17 downvotes, and 15 comments:

Summary from social pinpoint interactions:

Project pin	Comments	Upvotes	Downvotes
Overall project pin	11	59	6
Site 1 - Ferry Road to 110 Smith Street	3	20	6
Site 2 - Smith Street pedestrian crossing	1	17	5
Total	15	96	17

5.13 Comment sentiment was predominantly positive (46.7%), or mixed (20.0%):

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5.14 Submitters were asked how they travel through this area. The majority (63.6%) of submitters use this area to cycle, followed closely by travelling in the car as a driver (59.1%):

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5.15 The majority of submitters felt the proposed changes would improve safety for cyclists (63.6%):

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5.16 The majority of submitters (77.3%) agreed this proposal would improve safety for pedestrians crossing the road:

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5.17 This sentiment differed slightly depending on whether they live on the affected streets (i.e. Smith Street), live in local suburbs (i.e. Linwood, Woolston), or live elsewhere:

Do you think this proposal will improve safety for pedestrians crossing the road?	Live on affected streets	Live in local suburbs	Live elsewhere
Yes	1	10	6
Somewhat	0	1	0
No	1	2	0
Don't know / Unsure	0	1	0

5.18 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below. Note that there could be cross-over between those making comments and making submissions:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Supportive of the proposal · Agreement that this proposal would address existing safety concerns	6	7	13
Lack of need for project · Concern on whether cycling infrastructure is even necessary here, due to low cycling numbers	4	4	8
Concern on narrowing Ferry Road intersection · Concern that exiting Smith Street onto Ferry Road is currently difficult, especially for a right turn, and this would lead to a lot of congestion	1	3	4

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Investigate a different route · Calls to investigate Mackworth Street, and encourage the pathway through Mary Dixon Park	3	1	4
Request for additional crossings · At Matlock Street, and at Linwood Drain	1	2	3
Further traffic calming · A raised intersection at Arran Crescent, speed bumps and cushions down the street, dedicated cycle facilities	0	2	2
Other requests · Improved lighting, trees, address street condition and flooding, make the space simple and not cluttered, increase road width	0	4	4

Changes made to the scheme design as a result of consultation feedback

5.19 Alternative layout at Ferry Road/Smith Street intersection with space for two informal exit lanes similar to existing situation. Pedestrian refuge island and road widening with kerb alignment change on the western side.

5.20 Additional sharrow markings at intersection and busy vehicle accesses.

5.21 Shared path, green surfacing, and wayfinding signage at Mary Dixon Park.

5.22 One additional speed cushion at new traffic calming treatment, i.e., four speed cushions instead of three.

5.23 Three new street trees to replace the one removed for the shared path. One street tree is located at Matlock Street intersection, one at Linwood Avenue intersection and the third at the existing traffic calming at 37 Smith Street.

5.24 Landscaping at existing traffic calming, Mary Dixon Park and at the intersection with Ferry Road, Matlock Street and Linwood Avenue.

6. Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic AlignmentTe Rautaki Tīaroaro

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

6.2 Transport

6.2.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

· Level of Service: 10.5.42 Increase the infrastructure provision for active and public modes - >= 585 kilometres (total combined length)

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.3 The recommendations of this report are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.3.1 The changes proposed align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.3.2 The changes proposed align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

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 should not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga.

6.6 The projects are based on minor changes to, or re-allocation of, existing road spaces, so are not anticipated to have a significant impact on Mana Whenua.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.7 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.7.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.7.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.8 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.13 This proposal improves accessibility for people walking and cycling, by providing a safer means of accessing and using our street network.

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement – the total project estimate is $741,709. This is inclusive of design and project management.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs – $7,915 per year additional costs associated with coloured surfacing and speed cushions. These costs will be eligible for Waka Kotahi subsidy at Council’s 51% Funding Assistance Rate. The net maintenance cost for the full Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Councils capital programme:

7.3.1 ID 72764, Transport Choices 2022 – Linwood and Woolston Roading and Transport Improvements, $1,480,684.

7.5.1 The project is in accordance with the scope and design approved by Waka Kotahi.

7.5.2 Project costs are in accordance with expectations.

7.5.3 Ability to deliver the project prior to June 2024.

7.6 The staff recommendations of this report include that Council’s approval of this project is conditional on a funding agreement with Waka Kotahi being in place for the physical works.

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

8.3 Part 1, Clauses 7 and 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.4 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

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Scheme - Plan - CERF - Smith Street - Ferry to Linwood - For Approval Plan - TP361801 - 2023_0822	23/1317202	554
b ⇩	Smith Street - Submission Table (Public)	23/1373854	556

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Lisa-Maria Biggar - Junior Project Manager

Barry Hayes - Team Leader Transport Design

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

May Wong - Engineer - Traffic Investigations

Wayne Gallot - Senior Transportation Engineer

Kelly Griffiths - Senior Project Manager

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

Council

21 September 2023

14. Transport Choices - Slow Speed Neighbourhoods Linwood
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1169856
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Chris Strydom, Project Manager Transport, chris.strydom@ccc.govt.nz Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport, jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.1 The purpose of this report is to inform the Council of feedback received, and to request Council to approve the design to proceed to construction for the Transport Choices Slow Speed Neighbourhoods Linwood project.

1.2 The origin of this report is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme.

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

1.4 The speed limit changes referred to in the report were approved by Council as part of the Interim Speed Management Plan process on 7 July 2023.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

General

1. Approves that the traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions described in the recommendations of this report take effect when infrastructure, signage and/or road markings that evidence the controls and restrictions are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

2. Approves that any previously approved resolutions made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act or any Land Transport Rule and pertaining to traffic controls, stopping and/or parking restrictions (but excluding speed limits) in so far as they conflict with the recommendations of this report be revoked.

3. Approves that construction of the Linwood Slow Speeds Neighbourhood project is conditional on implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

Road Layout Changes:

4. Approves the scheme design as detailed on plan TP361601 Armagh Street – Trent Street – Brittan Street), and attached to this report as Attachment A.

5. Approves the scheme design as detailed on plan TG361601 Woodham Street – Brittan Street, and attached to this report as Attachment B.

6. Approves the scheme design as detailed on plan TG361601 Buckleys Road – Mclean Street, and attached to this report as Attachment C.

7. Approves the scheme design as detailed on plan TG361601 Linwood Avenue – Worcester Street, and attached to this report as Attachment D.

Traffic Controls - Attachment A: Armagh/Trent Intersection

8. Approves pursuant to the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and Part 21 of the Local Government Act 1974:

a. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Armagh Street commencing at its intersection with Trent Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 38 metres.

b. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the west side of Trent Street commencing at its intersection with Armagh Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

c. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the east side of Trent Street commencing at its intersection with Armagh Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

d. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Armagh Street commencing at its intersection with Trent Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 39 metres.

e. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south side of Armagh Street commencing at a point 205 metres east of its intersection with Stanmore Road and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 40 metres.

f. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south side of Armagh Street commencing at a point 173 metres west of its intersection with England Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 37 metres.

g. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Armagh Street commencing at its intersection with Brittan Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 7 metres.

h. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the west side of Brittan Street commencing at its intersection with Armagh Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

i. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the east side of Brittan Street commencing at its intersection with Armagh Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

j. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Armagh Street commencing at its intersection with Brittan Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 11 metres.

Traffic Controls - Attachment B: Woodham/Brittan Intersection

9. Approves that the Brittan Street approach at its intersection with Woodham Road be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

Traffic Controls - Attachment C: Buckleys/Mclean Intersection

10. Approves pursuant to the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and Part 21 of the Local Government Act 1974:

a. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northwest side of Buckleys Road commencing at its intersection with Mclean Street and extending in a southwesterly direction for a distance of 19 metres.

b. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the southwest side of McLean Street commencing at its intersection with Buckleys Road and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 16 metres.

c. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at any time on the northwest side of McLean Street commencing at its intersection with Buckleys Road and extending in a northwesterly direction for a distance of 16 metres.

11. Approves that the Mclean Street approach at its intersection with Buckleys Road be controlled by a Give Way control, in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004.

3. Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1 This project is funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund.

3.3 The Slow Speed Neighbourhoods Linwood project was included within the Transport Choices programme due to alignment with the “creating walkable networks” investment category of the programme.

3.5 The speed limits that Council have approved for Linwood through the Safe Speed Neighbourhood programme, Council’s Interim Speed Management Plan, align with the safe and appropriate speed limit.

The supporting infrastructure being proposed in this report are to support the safe and appropriate speed limits being implemented, and support walking and cycling journeys in the community.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

· Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding;

· Focusing investments in certain suburbs;

· Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes;

· Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme;

· Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

Project Options Considered

Maintain the status quo

4.3 The advantages of this option include:

4.3.1 Retains on-street parking spaces that would be removed to implement safety improvements.

4.4 The disadvantages of the option include:

4.4.1 Does not address the objective of supporting the safe and appropriate speeds or improving facilities for walking and cycling.

4.4.2 Does not implement gateway features into side roads so drivers entering the local street are more aware of the change in the speed environment.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

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

5.1.1 Linwood Ward

5.1.2 Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board

5.2 The locations for the traffic calming were identified through a review of existing gateway treatments onto local roads, customer requests from the hybris system and a review of pedestrian crossing opportunities in the area. The following locations were identified:

5.2.1 Trent St/Armagh St

5.2.2 McLean St/Buckleys Rd

5.2.3 Worcester St/Linwood Ave

5.2.4 Brittan St/Woodham Rd

5.3 The scheme proposed for the Trent St/Armagh St intersection aims to reduce the ongoing anti-social behaviour activity at this location. Reducing the speed of vehicles using speed cushions and reducing the road width seeks to discourage the anti-social behaviour raised by the residents.

5.4 The crossing distance on McLean Street at Buckleys Road is just over 14 metres. This location is just to the southwest of Te Pa O Rakaihautu School and would is a crossing desire line for journeys to school. It is proposed to provide a build out on the southwest side of McLean Street to improve the visibility back towards Buckleys Road for people walking towards the east, and a refuge island to allow people to take the crossing in two stages.

5.5 The proposed traffic calming on the side streets at the Worcester Street / Linwood Avenue and Brittan Street /Woodham Road intersections are included to standardise the approaches for people exiting busier and faster roads onto local residential streets. The proposed treatments are consistent with other gateway treatments in the neighbourhood.

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.6 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.7 Staff attended a Linward collective hui (consisting of Te Whare Taonga o Ngā Iwi Katoa Linwood Resource Centre, Bromley Community Trust, The Loft, CCC Libraries, Christchurch Methodist Mission and St Chads Church and Linwood Avenue Corner Trust) to brief them on Way Safer Streets projects in early June 2023. Recommended engagement tactics were taken on board.

5.8 Consultation started on 16 June 2023 and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, AA, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision, ECan, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Whitau School, and The Loft at Eastgate. The consultation was posted on the Council Facebook page, as well as local community groups, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map.

5.9 Consultation documents (including a submission form) and flyers were available at Bromley Community Centre, Linwood Union Church, Linwood Library, and Linwood Resource Centre and Community Gardens.

5.10 Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. Digital screens were displaying the consultation in Civic Offices and Linwood Library, as well as newspaper advertising in The Star and The Pegasus Post. Digital billboards were utilised in Linwood, including outside Eastgate Mall. An online targeted advertising campaign ran for the entire consultation period. Footpath decals with QR codes were installed where intersection upgrades were proposed.

5.11 During consultation, flyers were delivered to residents in the local area, and emails were sent to those who expressed interest in being updated on Way Safer Streets.

5.12 Key stakeholder meetings throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, FENZ, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly, further informed projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.13 Feedback on the plans could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint Map, by making a submission, or both.

5.14 To reduce confusion for submitters, consultation for this project was merged on the Social Pinpoint Map with ‘School Safety Linwood’ – another six proposed intersection upgrades for the North Linwood area.

5.15 A total of 19 submissions and 10 comments were made on these projects. 15 submissions were made via the Social Pinpoint Map, and four submissions were made via email/PDF. Submissions were made by Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board, Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board, Disabled Persons Assembly, and 16 individuals. All submissions and comments are available in Attachment E.

5.16 On the Social Pinpoint Map, these projects received a total of 49 upvotes, 8 downvotes, and 10 comments:

Summary from social pinpoint interactions

Project pin	Comments	Upvotes	Downvotes
Overall project pin	5	19	3
Site 7 - Armagh Street, Trent Street, Brittan Street - pedestrian refuge islands and speed cushions	1	6	0
Site 8 – Woodham Road / Brittan Street - speed hump and painted markings	1	8	3
Site 9 – Buckleys Road/Mclean Street - pedestrian crossing & traffic calming	0	10	1
Site 10 - Worcester Street / Linwood Avenue - speed hump	3	6	1
Total	10	49	8
Other projects (School Safety Linwood)	22	43	4

5.17 Comment sentiment was predominantly positive (50.0%), or mixed (40.0%):

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5.18 Submitters were asked how they travel through this area. The majority (66.7%) of submitters use this area via car (as the driver), followed by walking (60.0%):

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5.19

The majority of submitters felt this proposal would improve safety for pedestrians (53.3%):

5.20 This sentiment differed slightly depending on whether they live on the affected streets (i.e. Worcester Street, Tancred Street), live in local suburbs (i.e. Linwood, Woolston), or live elsewhere:

Do you think this proposal will improve safety for cycling?	Live on affected streets	Live in local suburbs	Live elsewhere
No	0	0	2
Somewhat	2	3	0
Yes	2	4	2

5.21 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below. Note that there could be cross-over between those making comments and making submissions:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Supportive of the proposed intersection upgrades · This project is valuable in addressing existing safety concerns and is long overdue	20	9	29
Raising existing safety issues · Discussing near misses that they have witnessed on Buckleys Rd and McLean St, on Worcester St and Woodham Rd with regards to speeding, and pedestrian crossings making access a lot safer to Woodham Park and Whitau School	6	5	11
Not supportive of certain treatments proposed · Concern with roundabouts proposed on Worcester St and resulting parking loss, which may have been caused by confusion from the early engagement consultation letter which has since changed as a result of community feedback · Concern around visibility and congestion, access, and wanting to shift certain features	3	2	5

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Requests outside of existing proposed intersections · Further traffic calming on Worcester St, given the speed issues · A crossing at Gloucester St bridge · Pedestrian crossings and traffic calming at Brittan St/Armagh St and Linwood St/England St/Armagh St intersections · Maintenance of the shared path from Hargood St to Smith St · Traffic calming on streets around Woodhouse St, Tancred St, Rochester St and Surrey St	3	4	7
Shifting a pedestrian crossing · Specifically requesting a certain treatment be shifted, for instance, pedestrian refuge islands further away from intersections	3	3	6
Resealing / tidying the road condition · Requests have been made to address Worcester St earthquake damage in the road, incorporating Surrey St condition, improve footpath condition and tidiness generally in the east, and increase street trees	0	4	4
Accessibility / mobility requests · Ensure crossings are smooth and wide to accommodate a range of mobility devices · Increasing access for those with visual and mobility impairments who have less choice is important · That pedestrian crossings are safe and visible, with good lighting, tactile strips, mobility kerb cuts, and sufficient turning space for wheelchairs/mobility aids	2	2	4
Additional traffic calming measures in existing plans · More speed bumps on Worcester St and Armagh St · Another speed cushion on Rowcliffe Cres close to main intersection of Woodham Rd	1	1	2

5.22 Changes made to the scheme design as a result of consultation feedback, the Safe System Audit and Waka Kotahi feedback

5.22.1 It is proposed to use speed humps rather than speed cushions. Speed cushions are not as effective as speed humps when considered on their own, and if the gaps are too big between the two cushions, vehicles may pass over a cushion without being affected by the cushion.

5.22.2 It is proposed to change the shape of the pedestrian island on Mclean Street to re-enforce the left-in/left-out movement.

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, including, enabling active and connected communities, and meeting the challenge of climate change through every means available.

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

6.3 Transport

6.3.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

· 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

6.4 The proposals are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.4.1 The changes made align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.4.2 The changes made align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.5 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 not specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

6.6 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

6.7 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.7.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.7.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.8 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

6.13 This proposal improves accessibility for people walking and cycling, by providing a safer means of accessing and using our street network.

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement – The estimated costs for the improvements are as follows:

· Brittan St/Woodham Rd - Speed hump $15,000

· Trent St/Armagh St - Crossings and speed humps $100,000

· Worcester St/Linwood Ave - Speed hump $20,000

· McLean St/Buckleys Rd - Build out/refuge island and speed humps $65,000.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs - generally consistent with existing maintenance costs. These costs will be eligible for Waka Kotahi subsidy at Council’s 51% Funding Assistance Rate. The net maintenance cost for the full Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Councils capital programme:

7.3.1 ID 72776, Transport Choices 2022 – Slow Speed Neighbourhoods Linwood, $1,453,562

7.5.1 The project is in accordance with the scope and design approved by Waka Kotahi.

7.5.2 Project costs are in accordance with expectations.

7.5.3 Ability to deliver the project prior to June 2024.

7.6 The staff recommendations of this report include that Council’s approval of this project is conditional on a funding agreement with Waka Kotahi being in place for the physical works.

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023/24.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

8.3 Part 1, Clauses 7 and 8 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 provides Council with the authority to install parking restrictions by resolution.

8.4 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

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Slow Speed Neighbourhood Linwood - Armagh/Trent	23/1248055	590
b ⇩	Slow Speed Neighbourhood Linwood - Woodham/Brittan	23/1248063	591
c ⇩	Slow Speed Neighbourhood Linwood - Buckleys/McLean	23/1248074	592
d ⇩	Slow Speed Neighbourhood Linwood - Linwood/Worcester	23/1248087	593
e ⇩	School Safety Linwood and Slow Speed Neighbourhoods - Submission Table (Public)	23/1374183	594

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Chris Strydom - Project Manager

Gemma Dioni - Senior Transportation Engineer

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

Ann Tomlinson - Project Manager

Wayne Gallot - Senior Transportation Engineer

Sharon O'Neill - Programme Manager Transport Capital Programme

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

Council

21 September 2023

16. Transport Choices - Little River Link Cycle Connections (Nga Puna Wai)
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1192836
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Andrew Cameron, Project Manager Transport, andrew.cameron@ccc.govt.nz Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport, jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)

1. Nature of Issue and Report Origin

1.1 The purpose of this report is to inform the Council of feedback received, and for the Council to approve the street lighting design to proceed to construction for the Transport Choices - Little River Link Cycle Connections (Nga Puna Wai) project.

1.2 The origin of this report is the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) Transport Choices programme.

1.3 The decisions in this report are of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy 2019. The level of significance was determined by potential benefits and opportunities to the council/community, the number of people affected and/or with an interest, and that these projects span multiple community board areas, as set out in the criteria of the policy (Page 2). This evaluation has considered the Transport Choices projects as a cohesive programme of work. This is consistent with how community engagement has been undertaken, with all work packages being presented concurrently on Have your Say under the banner of Way Safer Streets.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

1. Approves that construction of the Transport Choices – Little River Link Cycle Connections (Nga Puna Wai) project is conditional on implementation costs being agreed and incorporated into the Transport Choices Funding agreement between Waka Kotahi and Council.

2. Approves the changes, including widening and surfacing plus associated signage and markings, to paths and internal roadways within Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub as generally shown on the plan TP362201 (‘Little River Cycle Connections: Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub’, Sheets 1 and 2, Issue 1, dated 08/2023) included within this report as Attachments A.

3. Approves the installation of roadway and path lighting within the Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub as detailed on plans prepared by Connetics (‘Road Lighting Upgrade: Nga Puna Wai Cycle Connection’, Sheets 2 and 3, Issue A, dated 12-06-23) included within this report as Attachment B.

3. Reason for Report Recommendations Ngā Take mō te Whakatau

3.1 This project is funded by the Central Government Transport Choices programme – a $348 million national programme made available from the Climate Emergency Response Fund.

4. Alternative Options Considered Ētahi atu Kōwhiringa

The Transport Choices Programme

4.1.1 Project alignment with the four investment criteria for Transport Choices funding: deliver strategic cycling/micro mobility networks; create walkable neighbourhoods; support safe, green, and healthy school travel; make public transport more reliable and easier to use;

4.1.2 Achieving diversity across the four investment categories for Transport Choices funding;

4.1.3 Focusing investments in certain suburbs;

4.1.4 Community requests for infrastructure improvements aligned with the Transport Choices programme outcomes;

4.1.5 Complimenting existing programmes, such as the Major Cycleway Routes programme;

4.1.6 Project complexity and ability to deliver prior to June 2024.

Project Options Considered

4.3 Alternative routes through the wetland area were considered however were dismissed due to the propensity for flooding in this area, with the paths being under water during heavy rain events. Raising the level of these paths was considered cost prohibitive.

5. Detail Te Whakamahuki

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

5.1.1 Halswell Ward

5.1.2 Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board

5.2 The Nga Puna Wai sports Hub currently has a sealed shared path cycle connection extending southeast to Haswell Road. To the north of the complex is the Little River Major Cycleway Route link which is currently connected by unsealed paths through the wetland area and on the main access road that leads from the Wigram Road underpass. The underpass is currently only open to motorised vehicles during large events such as show day. Pedestrian, cycle, and scooter counts were taken just south of the underpass in February 2023 between 7:00 am and 6:30 pm providing the following data.

Northbound				Southbound
Scooter	Bicycle	Pedestrian	Scooter		Bicycle	Pedestrian
0	49	27	1		48	29

5.3 Of the 49 north bound cyclists 47% occurred between 7am and 8:30am with 56% of the south bound cyclist between 3:30pm and 6:30pm. This suggests that this route is currently being used as a commuter route.

5.4 This project will be delivered as an addition to a separate parks project reconstructing the unsealed access road from the Wigram Road under pass through to the Hub.

5.5 The scope of the Transport Choices - Little River Link Cycle Connections (Nga Puna Wai) following additional elements (refer Attachment A):

· Seal the stretch of road from the Wigram Road underpass to the first intersection in the Hub.

· Formalise a 3m sealed cycle path from the access road linking to the shared path in the Hub.

· Provide wayfinding and road markings for cyclists.

· Provide street lighting from the Wigram Road underpass to the Hub which then completes a lit cycle route from the Little River MCR through to Halswell Road

5.6 The cycle way project does not add additional roading infrastructure within the Hub instead it is raising the level of service for cyclists on existing routes by providing a sealed finish. The street lighting that is being included lights a section of road previously not lit and can be seen in Attachment B.

Response to consultation feedback

Current safety concerns

5.7 Submitters discussed not letting their children cycle through Ngā Puna Wai alone, and visibility issues, as well as the safety issues with the Wigram/Hayton junction for cyclists. Street lighting will resolve visibility issues currently experienced at night. A project is currently underway to upgrade the Wigram Hayton intersection. This is expected to be constructed early 2024.

Extension to the route / investigate other routes

5.8 It was requested that the Council investigates further connections for both cyclists and pedestrians, including safer crossing over Wigram Road, a connection to the Templetons Road shared path, McMahon Drive, and Hansons Lane/Blenheim Road/Annex Road. This project will connect to the Templetons Road shared path via the Hub shared path. The crossing of Wigram Road will be signalised as part of another project. The Nga Puna Wai roadway that connects to McMahon Drive will be sealed by Parks. Hansons Lane/Blenheim Road/Annex Road are all out of scope for this project.

Lighting and visibility

5.9 Suggestions were received about needing adequate lighting and addressing visibility issues as part of this plan. Lighting is included in the scheme.

Signage and wayfinding

5.10 Requests were received to investigate clear cycle marking and signage, that could continue through to Halswell Road, as it is not currently clear where to cycle and people are getting lost. This is included in the scheme design.

Request to widen path

5.11 Requests were made to further separate pedestrians and cyclists by creating a wider path. The path widths proposed are in line with current best practice and will not be widened.

Public Consultation Te Tukanga Kōrerorero

5.12 Local residents received warm up flyers in their mailboxes from 29 May, indicating we would be seeking feedback on Way Safer Streets projects proposed for their area in June.

5.13 Consultation started on 16 June 2023 and ran until 16 July 2023, as part of the wider Way Safer Streets consultation. An email was sent to 150 key stakeholders across the entire Way Safer Streets programme, including emergency services, Spokes, AA, Disabled Persons Assembly, Blind Low Vision, Environment Canterbury, Mahaanui Kurataiao, Halswell Residents Association and local sports groups including Athletics Canterbury and Canterbury Hockey. The consultation was posted on the council Facebook page, as well as local community groups, inviting submissions on the Social Pinpoint Map.

5.14 During consultation, flyers were delivered to residents in the local area about the wider Way Safer Streets programme, and emails were sent to those who expressed interest in being updated on Way Safer Streets. Two Newsline stories were published and picked up by local media outlets. Digital screens advertised the consultation in Civic Offices, as well as newspaper advertising in The Star and The Southern View. An online targeted advertising campaign ran for the entire consultation period.

5.15 An A3 sign was installed in Ngā Puna Wai near the Templetons Road entrance to capture current pedestrians and cyclists using existing connections, with a QR code which directed local cyclists and pedestrians to the online consultation.

5.16 A Christchurch-wide cycling event, “Christchurch Winter Solstice Matariki Night Light Bike Ride” was attended and flyers were distributed to ensure cyclists were aware of the wider Way Safer Streets programme.

5.17 Key stakeholder meetings throughout and after consultation, with Spokes, FENZ, St John, NZ Police and Disabled Persons Assembly, further informed projects in the Way Safer Streets program.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

5.18 Feedback on the plans could be given by posting a comment on the Social Pinpoint Map, by making a submission, or both.

5.19 A total of 24 submissions and 17 comments were made on the project. 18 submissions were made in the interactive Social Pinpoint Map, and six submissions were made via email/PDF. Submissions were made by Halswell Residents Association, Disabled Persons Assembly, Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board, and 21 individuals. All submissions and comments are available in Attachment C.

5.20 On the Social Pinpoint Map, the project received a total of 63 upvotes, 2 downvotes, and 17 comments.

5.21 Comment sentiment was analysed in addition to submissions, where the majority of comments were positive (76.5%):

5.22 Submitters were asked for their reason for visiting Ngā Puna Wai. The majority (88.9%) of submitters cycle through this area, and the ‘other answer’ was running:

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5.23 The majority of submitters (61.1%) felt this proposal will improve safety for cycling:

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5.24 Key themes and requests from both comments and submissions are summarised below. Note that there could be cross-over between those making comments and making submissions:

Key themes on outcomes of the proposal	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Support for the cycle connection · General support for the idea, and how it will address existing safety hazards	13	8	21
Current safety concerns · Discussed not letting their children cycle through Ngā Puna Wai alone, and visibility issues, as well as the safety issues with the Wigram/Hayton junction for cyclists	1	2	3
Current access issues · These submitters spoke of a lack of a safe cycling connection to link existing cycleways and intersections to Ngā Puna Wai generally, as well as through Hayton Basin and Aidanfield Drive.	0	2	2

Requests	Number of comments	Number of submissions	Total mentions
Extension to the route / investigate other routes · Requests to investigate further connections for both cyclists and pedestrians, including safer crossing over Wigram Road, a connection to the Templetons Road shared path, McMahon Drive, and Hansons Lane/Blenheim Road/Annex Road	5	8	13
Lighting and visibility · Suggestions about needing adequate lighting and addressing visibility issues as part of this plan	0	4	4
Signage and wayfinding · Requests to investigate clear cycle marking and signage, that could continue through to Halswell Road, as it is not currently clear where to cycle and people are getting lost	1	3	4
Request to widen path · Requests to further separate pedestrians and cyclists by creating a wider path	2	0	2

6. Policy Framework Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā- Kaupapa here

Strategic Alignment Te Rautaki Tīaroaro

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

6.2 Transport

6.2.1 Activity: Transport

· Level of Service: 10.0.2 Increase the share of non-car modes in daily trips - >=36% of trips undertaken by non-car modes

· Level of Service: 10.0.6.1 Reduce the number of death and serious injury crashes on the local road network - <=100 crashes

· Level of Service: 10.0.41 Reduce emissions and greenhouse gases related to transport - <=1.10 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents

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

· Level of Service: 10.5.2 Improve the perception that Christchurch is a cycling friendly city - >=66% resident satisfaction

· Level of Service: 10.5.3 More people are choosing to travel by cycling - >=12,500 average daily cyclist detections

Policy Consistency Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.1 The recommendations of this report are consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, in particular:

6.1.1 The changes proposed align with road safety and liveable streets goals in the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan 2012–2042, and similarly in the draft Transport Plan (safe streets).

6.2 The changes proposed align with Kia tūroa te Ao - Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy as set out in the Climate Change Impact Considerations section below.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

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

6.5 The projects are based on minor changes to, or re-allocation of, existing road spaces, so are not anticipated to have a significant impact on Mana Whenua.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.6 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.6.1 Contribute neutrally to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.6.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.7 The emission reductions associated with this project have not been estimated.

Accessibility Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Hunga Hauā

7. Resource Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

7.1 Cost to Implement - the estimate to implement the project inclusive of all elements is $450,000.

7.2 Maintenance/Ongoing costs – The additional ongoing maintenance cost for street lighting has been calculated at $286 per annum. The net maintenance cost for the total Transport Choices programme will have an ongoing rates impact of approximately 0.01%, which will be included in the draft Long Term Plan proposed budgets.

7.3 Funding Source – Councils capital programme:

7.3.1 ID 72760, Transport Choices 2022 – Little River Link Cycle Connections $4,303,242

8. Legal Implications Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

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

8.1 Council resolved the Transport Choices programme as Metropolitan Significance when the programme was included in the draft Annual Plan in February 2023/24.

8.2 Council retains decision-making responsibilities that might otherwise be delegated in accordance with the Delegations Register when a project is determined as Metropolitan Significance.

Other Legal Implications Ētahi atu Hīraunga-ā-Ture

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

9. Risk Management Implications Ngā Hīraunga Tūraru

9.3 Implementation cost uncertainty – the funding agreement with Waka Kotahi places the risk of cost variations with Council. This risk is being managed by minimising price uncertainty and building contingency into the funding agreement.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Scheme plan	23/1382836	639
b ⇩	Lighting design	23/1382839	641
c ⇩	Ngā Puna Wai - Submission Table (Public)	23/1371039	643

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

Ryan Rolston - Programme Manager

Andrew Cameron - Project Manager

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

Ann Tomlinson - Project Manager

Approved By

Jacob Bradbury - Manager Planning & Delivery Transport

Tony Richardson - Finance Business Partner

Lynette Ellis - Head of Transport & Waste Management

15. Transport Choices - Linwood Village Streetscape Scheme Amendments
Reference / Te Tohutoro:	23/1213005
Report of / Te Pou Matua:	Alanna Warhurst, Project Manager Transport, Alanna.warhurst@ccc.govt.nz; Jacob Bradbury, Manager Planning & Delivery Transport Jacob.bradbury@ccc.govt.nz
Senior Manager / Pouwhakarae:	Lynette Ellis, Head of Transport & Waste Management (Lynette.Ellis@ccc.govt.nz)