Agenda of Council - Wednesday, 19 June 2024

Part A Matters Requiring a Council Decision

Part B Reports for Information

Part C Decisions Under Delegation

The agenda was dealt with in the following order.

1. Apologies Ngā Whakapāha

Part C

Committee Resolved CCPRC/2024/00001

That the apologies received from Jake McLellan be accepted.

Deputy Mayor/Member Ellis Carried

Secretarial note: In the Chair’s absence, Deputy Mayor Pauline Cotter assumed position of the Chair with agreement from Members Ellis and Wright.

2. Declarations of Interest Ngā Whakapuaki Aronga

Part B

There were no declarations of interest recorded.

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

Part C

Committee Resolved CCPRC/2024/00003

That the minutes of the Central City Parking Restrictions Committee meeting held on Monday, 27 November 2023 be confirmed.

Member Wright/Deputy Mayor Carried

4. Deputations by Appointment Ngā Huinga Whakaritenga

Part B

There were no deputations by appointment.

5. Worcester Street - Cambridge Terrace to Montreal Street Parking & Stopping Restrictions

Committee Resolved CCPRC/2024/00004

Officer Recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Central City Parking Restrictions Committee:

1. Approves that all previously resolved parking and stopping restrictions on the north and south sides of Worcester Street, commencing at its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction to its intersection with Montreal Street, be revoked.

2. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the south side of Worcester Street, commencing at its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction to its intersection with Montreal Street, as detailed on Attachment A.

3. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 15 metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

4. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes and be controlled by Parking Meters (including Pay by Plate machines or any approved means of payment), on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 15 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of nine metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This restriction is to apply Monday to Sunday 9:00am to 6:00pm.

5. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 24 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of seven metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

6. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes and be controlled by Parking Meters (including Pay by Plate machines or any approved means of payment), on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 31 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 16 metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This restriction is to apply Monday to Sunday 9:00am to 6:00pm.

7. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 47 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of two metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

8. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes and be reserved for vehicles with an approved disabled person’s parking permit, prominently displayed in the vehicle, on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 49 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of nine metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This parking restriction is to apply at any time.

9. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 58 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of four metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

10. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes and be reserved for vehicles with an approved disabled person’s parking permit, prominently displayed in the vehicle, on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 62 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of five metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This parking restriction is to apply at any time.

11. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 67 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of two metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

12. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking be restricted to Motorcycles only, on the north side of Colombo Street, commencing at a point 69 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of seven metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This restriction is to apply at any time.

13. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 76 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of eight metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

14. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes and be controlled by Parking Meters (including Pay by Plate machines or any approved means of payment), on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 84 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of seven metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This restriction is to apply Monday to Sunday 9:00am to 6:00pm.

15. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 91 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of two metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

16. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes and be controlled by Parking Meters (including Pay by Plate machines or any approved means of payment), on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 93 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 12 metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This restriction is to apply Monday to Sunday 9:00am to 6:00pm.

17. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of five minutes on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 105 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 12 metres, as detailed on Attachment A This restriction is to apply at any time.

18. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 117 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of two metres, as detailed on Attachment A.

19. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of five minutes on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 119 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 10 metres, as detailed on Attachment A This restriction is to apply at any time.

20. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that parking be restricted to Motorcycles only, on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 129 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 11 metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This restriction is to apply at any time.

21. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the north side of Worcester Street, commencing at a point 140 metres west of its intersection with Cambridge Terrace and extending in a westerly direction to its intersection with Montreal Street, as detailed on Attachment A.

22. Approves 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).

Deputy Mayor/Member Wright Carried

Secretarial note: The Committee requested that staff look into the original loading zone design to see what can be done for formalising loading zones.

6. Bus Stop 53214 and Colombo Street Parking Changes

Committee Resolved CCPRC/2024/00005

Officer Recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Central City Parking Restrictions Committee:

Lichfield Street

1. Approves that any previously approved resolutions be revoked , in accordance with Clause 6 (2) of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, on the south side of Lichfield Street from its intersection with Colombo Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 49.5 metres, pertaining to parking and/or stopping restrictions, made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act, or any Land Transport Rule, to the extent that they are in conflict with the parking and /or stopping restrictions described in recommendation 2 below.

2. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and as shown on Attachment A (Drawing: TG146874, Issue 1: 29/01/2024):

a. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the south side of Lichfield Street from its intersection with Colombo Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 32.5 metres.

b. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited on the south side of Lichfield Street, commencing at a point 32.5 metres east of its intersection with Colombo Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 17 metres. The clearway is to apply 6:00am to 11:00pm, Monday to Sunday.

c. That a Bus Stop be installed, on the south side of Lichfield Street, commencing at a point 32.5 metres east of its intersection with Colombo Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 17 metres. This restriction is to apply 11:00pm to 6:00am the following day, Monday to Sunday.

Colombo Street

3. Approves that any previously approved resolutions be revoked , in accordance with Clause 6 (2) of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, on the west side of Colombo Street from its intersection with Lichfield Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Cashel Street, pertaining to parking and /or stopping restrictions, made pursuant to any Bylaw, Local Government Act, or any Land Transport Rule, to the extent that they are in conflict with the parking and /or stopping restrictions described in recommendations 4 to 8 below.

4. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and as shown on Attachment A that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times on the west side of Colombo Street from its intersection with Lichfield Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 29 metres.

5. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 12.4 (8) of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, the west side of Colombo Street, commencing at a point 29 metres north of its intersection with Lichfield Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 17.5 metres is reserved for Small Passenger Service Vehicles Only, as detailed on Attachment A.

6. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and as shown on Attachment A that the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times, on the west side of Colombo Street, commencing at a point 46.5 metres north of its intersection with Lichfield Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

7. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, and in accordance with section 12.4 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, that the parking of vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 120 minutes and be reserved for vehicles with an approved disabled person’s parking permit, prominently displayed in the vehicle, on the west side of Colombo street, commencing at a point 63.5 metres north of its intersection with Lichfield Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 6.5 metres, as detailed on Attachment A. This restriction is to apply at all times.

8. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and as shown on Attachment A:

a. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times, on the west side of Colombo Street, commencing at a point 70 metres north of its intersection with Lichfield Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 5.5 metres.

b. That the parking of all vehicles be restricted to maximum period of 5 minutes, on the west side of Colombo Street, commencing at a point 75.5 metres north of its intersection with Lichfield Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 13 metres.

c. That a Loading Zone be installed on the west side of Colombo Street, commencing at a point 88 metres north of its intersection with Lichfield Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 12.5 metres. This Loading Zone is to be restricted to a maximum loading period of 5 minutes and further restricted to Goods Vehicles only.

d. That the stopping of vehicles be prohibited at all times, on the west side of Colombo Street, commencing at a point 101 metres north of its intersection with Lichfield Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Cashel Street.

9. Approves, pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 and in accordance with Section 12.4 (8) of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004, the west side of Colombo Street, commencing at a point 75.5 metres north of its intersection with Lichfield Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 25.5 metres is reserved for Small Passenger Service Vehicles Only. This restriction is to apply 6:00pm to 8:00am the following day, Monday to Sunday as detailed on Attachment A.

10. Approves 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).

Member Wright/Member Ellis Carried

7. Manchester Street, Gloucester Street to Armagh Street - Proposed No Stopping and Parking Restrictions

Committee Resolved CCPRC/2024/00006

Officer Recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Central City Parking Restrictions Committee:

1. Revoke any previous resolutions pertaining to traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they are in conflict with the parking or stopping restrictions described in recommendations 2-6 below.

2. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the west side of Manchester Street, commencing at its intersection with Gloucester Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 23 metres.

3. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes, on the west side of Manchester Street, commencing at a point 23 metres north of its intersection with Gloucester Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of six metres.

4. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the west side of Manchester Street, commencing at a point 29 metres north of its intersection with Gloucester Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

5. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the parking of all vehicles be restricted to a maximum period of 10 minutes, on the west side of Manchester Street, commencing at a point 44 metres north of its intersection with Gloucester Street and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

6. Approves that in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the west side of Manchester Street, commencing at a point 59 metres north of its intersection with Gloucester Street and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Armagh Street.

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

Member Wright/Deputy Mayor Carried

Meeting concluded at 10.01am

CONFIRMED THIS 24^TH DAY OF MAY 2024.

Councillor PAULINE COTTER

ACTING Chairperson

Karakia Tīmatanga: All Councillors

The agenda was dealt with in the following order.

1. Apologies Ngā Whakapāha

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00050

That the apologies from Councillor Gough for lateness and from Councillor Scandrett for partial absence be accepted.

Councillor Henstock/Councillor Barber Carried

Councillor Fields joined the meeting at 9.33am.

2. Declarations of Interest Ngā Whakapuaki Aronga

Councillor Keown declared and Interest in Item 7 – Better Off Funding – Ferrymead Heritage Park Third Tranche.

Deputy Mayor Cotter declared an interest in Item 9 – Discretionary Response Fund – Green Effect Trust, The Christchurch Foundation, regarding the Christchurch Foundation only.

Councillor Johanson declared and interest in Item 16 - Process for Changing Approved Design - MCR Nor'West Arc.

3. Public Participation Te Huinga Tūmatanui

3.1 Public Forum Te Huinga Whānui

Councillor Harrison-Hunt joined the meeting in Chambers at 9.36am during consideration of Item 3.1.1.

3.1.1 Stephen Wood

Stephen Wood spoke regarding cycle infrastructure and road safety.

Attachments

a Stephen Wood - Presentation to Council

3.2 Deputations by Appointment Ngā Huinga Whakaritenga

3.2.2 Mayor Sam Broughton

Selwyn District Council Mayor and LGNZ President, Sam Broughton, spoke regarding Item 12 - New Zealand Local Government Association Inc: payment of annual membership subscription.

Councillor Barber left the meeting at 9.54am and returned at 9.58am during consideration of Item 3.2.3.

Councillor MacDonald left the meeting at 9.55am and returned at 9.56am during consideration of Item 3.2.3.

Councillor MacDonald left the meeting at 9.57am and returned at 10.04am during consideration of Item 3.2.3.

Deputy Mayor Cotter left the meeting at 10.02am and returned at 10.08am during consideration of Item 3.2.3.

Councillor Gough joined the meeting via audio / visual link at 10.04am during consideration of Item 3.2.3.

3.2.3 Simon Britten

Simon Britten, in his capacity as an individual, spoke regarding Item 12 - New Zealand Local Government Association Inc: payment of annual membership subscription.

3.2.1

Sport Canterbury

Julyan Falloon, Chief Executive, spoke on behalf of Sport Canterbury regarding Item 6 - Sports Field Network Plan.

Attachments

a Sport Canterbury - Presentation to Council

3.2.4 Climate Liberation Aotearoa

Michael Apathy and Bugs Sullivan, spoke on behalf of Climate Liberation Aotearoa regarding Item 13 - Council Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory - Financial Year 2022/23.

Attachments

a Climate Liberation Aotearoa - Presentation to Council

3.2.5 Piers Locke

Piers Locke spoke regarding Item 13 - Council Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory - Financial Year 2022/23.

Attachments

a Piers Locke - Presentation to Council

3.2.6 350 Ōtautahi Christchurch

Graham Townsend, spoke on behalf of 350 Ōtautahi Christchurch regarding Item 13 - Council Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory - Financial Year 2022/23.

Attachments

a 350 Ōtautahi Christchurch - Presentation to Council

3.2.7 James Higham

James Higham spoke regarding Item 13 - Council Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory - Financial Year 2022/23.

Attachments

a James Higham - Presentation to Council

3.2.8 Spokes Canterbury

Anne Scott, spoke on behalf of Spokes Canterbury regarding Item 14 - MCR Northern Line - Design Adjustment to Restell Street as Part of the Harewood Road Railway Crossing Upgrade and Item 16 - Process for Changing Approved Design - MCR Nor'West Arc.

Attachments

a Spokes Canterbury - Presentation to Council

Councillor Barber left the meeting at 10.53am and returned at 10.55am during consideration of Item 3.2.9.

3.2.9 Fiona Bennetts

Fiona Bennetts spoke regarding Item 14 - MCR Northern Line - Design Adjustment to Restell Street as Part of the Harewood Road Railway Crossing Upgrade and Item 16 - Process for Changing Approved Design - MCR Nor'West Arc.

3.2.10 Cody Cooper

Cody Cooper spoke regarding Item 14 - MCR Northern Line - Design Adjustment to Restell Street as Part of the Harewood Road Railway Crossing Upgrade, Item 15 - Christchurch Northern Corridor - Downstream Effects Bus Lane Trial: Request for Time Extension and Item 16 - Process for Changing Approved Design - MCR Nor'West Arc.

Councillor MacDonald left the meeting at 11.05am during consideration of Item 3.2.11 and returned at 11.13am during consideration of Item 3.2.12.

3.2.11 Jono De Wit

Jono De Wit spoke regarding Item 14 - MCR Northern Line - Design Adjustment to Restell Street as Part of the Harewood Road Railway Crossing Upgrade and Item 16 - Process for Changing Approved Design - MCR Nor'West Arc.

Attachments

a Jono De Wit - Presentation to Council

3.2.12 Jonty Coulson

Jonty Coulson spoke regarding Item 16 - Process for Changing Approved Design - MCR Nor'West Arc.

4. Presentation of Petitions Ngā Pākikitanga

There was no presentation of petitions.

19. Resolution to Include Supplementary Report

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00051

That the reports be received and considered at the Council meeting on Wednesday, 15 May 2024.

Open Items

20. Mayor's Monthly Report

Deputy Mayor/Councillor MacDonald Carried

Report from Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board - 15 February 2024
5. Church Corner and Waimairi Road Safety Improvements
	Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00052 Community Board recommendations accepted without change That the Council: 1. Approves, pursuant to Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017: a. That a Special Vehicle Lane for the use of northbound road users as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be installed on the west side of Waimairi Road, commencing at its intersection with Riccarton Road and extending in a northerly direction to its intersection with Bowen Street. b. That a Special Vehicle Lane for the use of southbound road users as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be installed on the east side of Waimairi Road, commencing at a point 149 metres south of its intersection with Hanrahan Street and extending in a southerly distance to its intersection with Riccarton Road. c. That a Special Vehicle Lane for the use of south eastbound road users as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be installed on the north-east side of Yaldhurst Road, commencing at a point 94 metres south-east of its intersection with Angela Street and extending in a south easterly direction to its intersection with Riccarton Road. d. That a Special Vehicle Lane, in accordance with Clause 18 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, for the use of eastbound road users as defined in Section 1.6 (definition of Bus lane) of the Land Transport ( Road User) Rule 2004 and also as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be installed on the north side of Riccarton Road, commencing at its intersection with Yaldhurst Road and extending in an easterly direction to a point located 105 metres west of its intersection with Waimairi Road. e. That a Special Vehicle Lane for the use of eastbound road users as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004, excepting pedestrians and riders of mobility devices, be installed on the northwest side of Main South Road, commencing at its intersection with Curletts Road and extending in a south-westerly direction for a distance of 50 metres as detailed on plan TG145703, dated 20/02/2024 and attached to the minutes of the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Meeting 15 February 2024. 2. Approves that in accordance with Section 8.5 of the Land Transport Rule – Traffic Control Devices: 2004 that a signalised roadway crossing be installed on Waimairi Road, located 23 metres north from its intersection with Leslie Street, and as detailed on plan TG145701, dated 23/01/2024 and attached to the report on the meeting agenda as Attachment A. This signalised crossing is for the use by the classes of road user as defined in Section 11.1A of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule: 2004. 3. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, that the path on the west side of Waimairi Road, commencing at a point 20 metres north of its intersection with Leslie Street, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 11 metres be resolved as a Shared Path 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. 4. Approves that in accordance with Clause 21 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, that the path on the east side of Waimairi Road, commencing at a point 165 metres south of its intersection with Hanrahan Street, and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 13 metres be resolved as a Shared Path 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. Councillor Harrison-Hunt/Councillor Coker Carried
	Attachments a Church Corner and Waimairi Road Safety Improvements - Presentation to Council

The meeting adjourned at 11.14am and reconvened at 11.34am.

Councillor Harrison-Hunt left the meeting at 12.05pm and returned at 12.09pm during consideration of Item 6.

Councillor Moore left the meeting at 12.07pm and returned at 12.09pm during consideration of Item 6.

6. Sports Field Network Plan
	Council Officers Nigel Cox, Rupert Bool, and Richard Gibbs joined the table to present Item 6 and answer questions from Elected Members. The Officer Recommendations were Moved by Councillor MacDonald and Seconded by Councillor Keown. During debate Councillor Johanson Moved and Councillor Templeton Seconded an amendment (refer Recommendation 4 to acknowledge staff and stakeholders, and Recommendation 5 to adopt the draft Sports Field Network Plan for consultation). With the agreement of the Mover and Seconder, the meeting added recommendation 4 to the Motion. Recommendation 5, the amendment to adopt the Plan for consultation, was voted on by division and declared lost. The meeting then voted on the Substantive Motion, as amended, which was declared carried.
	Officer Recommendations That the Council: 1. Receive the information in the Sports Field Network Plan report. 2. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as having a medium to low level significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. 3. Adopt the Sports Field Network Plan – Attachment A to this report.
	Updated Officer Recommendations Moved and Seconded That the Council: 1. Receive the information in the Sports Field Network Plan report. 2. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as having a medium to low level significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. 3. Adopt the Sports Field Network Plan – Attachment A to this report. 4. Acknowledge and commend staff and stakeholders for the extensive engagement in drafting the Sports Fields Network Plan for adoption. Councillor MacDonald/Councillor Keown Moved /Seconded
	Council Decision That the Council: 5. Adopt the draft Sports Field Network Plan - Attachment A to this report for formal public consultation given its impact on a large number of people across various sports clubs, recreation users, and the wider public. The division was declared lost* by 5 votes to 9 votes the voting being as follows:* *For:* Councillor Coker, Councillor Donovan, Councillor Johanson, Councillor McLellan and Councillor Templeton *Against:* Mayor Mauger, Deputy Mayor Cotter, Councillor Barber, Councillor Gough, Councillor Henstock, Councillor Keown, Councillor MacDonald, Councillor Peters and Councillor Scandrett *Abstained:* Councillor Fields, Councillor Harrison-Hunt and Councillor Moore Councillor Johanson/Councillor Templeton Lost
	Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00053 That the Council: 1. Receive the information in the Sports Field Network Plan report. 2. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as having a medium to low level significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. 3. Adopt the Sports Field Network Plan – Attachment A to this report. 4. Acknowledge and commend staff and stakeholders for the extensive engagement in drafting the Sports Fields Network Plan for adoption. Councillor MacDonald/Councillor Keown Carried

Councillor Scandrett left the meeting at 12.32pm during consideration of Item 7.

Councillor Barber left the meeting at 12.32pm and returned at 12.33pm during consideration of Item 7.

7. Better Off Funding - Ferrymead Heritage Park Third Tranche

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00054

Officer recommendations accepted without change

That the Council:

1. Receive the information in the Better Off Funding – Ferrymead Heritage Park Third Tranche Report.

2. Approve a third and final tranche payment of $148,300 from the Metropolitan Better Off Fund to The Ferrymead Trust towards business plan implementation for the betterment and long-term sustainability of Ferrymead Heritage Park.

3. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

Mayor/Councillor McLellan Carried

Councillor Keown declared an interest in this Item, sat back from the table and took no part in the discussion or vote.

8. Mount Pleasant Community Centre - Community Loan Reschedule

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00055

Officer recommendations accepted without change

That the Council:

1. Receive the information in the Mount Pleasant Community Centre – Community Loan Reschedule Report.

2. Agree to extend the existing community loan with the Mt. Pleasant Memorial Community Centre & Residents’ Association from a total term of 13 years to a total term of 16 years with interest rates maintained at 2% and quarterly repayments increasing by $1,000 p/a.

3. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

Mayor/Councillor Templeton Carried

Deputy Mayor Cotter left the meeting at 12.38pm and returned at 12.39pm during consideration of Item 9.

9. Discretionary Response Fund - Green Effect Trust, The Christchurch Foundation
	Council Officers Joshua Wharton and Rose Crossland joined the table to present Item 9 and answer questions from Elected Members. The Officer Recommendations were Moved by the Mayor and Seconded by Councillor Harrison-Hunt. During debate Councillor Templeton Moved and Councillor Keown Seconded an amendment to approve a grant of $25,000 to the Green Effect Trust (the amount requested by the Trust in its application; refer Resolution 3). With the agreement of the Mayor as Mover and Councillor Harrison-Hunt as Seconder of the original Motion, the amendment was incorporated into the Substantive Motion. The meeting requested that Resolution 4 regarding the funding allocation to The Christchurch Foundation be voted on separately. The meeting voted on Resolutions 1 through 3, which were declared carried. The meeting then voted on Resolution 4 which was also declared carried.
	Officer Recommendations That the Council: 1. Receive the information in the Discretionary Response Fund - Green Effect Trust, The Christchurch Foundation Report. 2. Note that the decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. 3. Approve a grant of $20,000 from its 2023/24 Discretionary Response Fund to the Green Effect Trust (Trees for Canterbury) towards salaries, wages, and equipment costs. 4. Approve a grant of $20,000 from its 2023/24 Discretionary Response Fund to The Christchurch Foundation towards short-term funding support, including salaries, wages, and administration.
	Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00056 That the Council: 1. Receive the information in the Discretionary Response Fund - Green Effect Trust, The Christchurch Foundation Report. 2. Note that the decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. 3. Approve a grant of $25,000 from its 2023/24 Discretionary Response Fund to the Green Effect Trust (Trees for Canterbury) towards salaries, wages, and equipment costs. Mayor/Councillor Harrison-Hunt Carried
	Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00057 4. Approve a grant of $20,000 from its 2023/24 Discretionary Response Fund to The Christchurch Foundation towards short-term funding support, including salaries, wages, and administration. Mayor/Councillor Harrison-Hunt Carried Councillor Henstock requested her vote against the resolution be recorded. Deputy Mayor Cotter declared an interest in this Item as it relates to The Christchurch Foundation and took no part in the discussion or vote.

10. Heritage Incentive Grant Applications

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00058

Officer recommendations accepted without change

That the Council:

1. Receive the information in the Heritage Incentive Grant Applications Report.

2. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $63,000 for relocation, conservation, maintenance and upgrade works to the Rāpaki School building, located at 9 Kina Road, Rāpaki.

a. Notes that the applicants have already entered into a 20-year limited conservation covenant.

4. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $58,164 for stained glass conservation works at St Michael and All Angels Church.

a. Notes that the applicants have already entered into a 10-year limited conservation covenant.

5. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $54,303 for conservation, maintenance and upgrade works at 860-862 Colombo Street.

a. Notes that payment of the 860-862 Colombo Street grant is subject to the applicant entering a 20-year limited conservation covenant with the signed covenant having the Council seal affixed prior to registration against the property title.

6. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of $59,000 for reinstatement, upgrade and maintenance works at 210 St Asaph Street.

a. Notes that payment of the 210 St Asaph Street grant is subject to the applicant entering a 20-year limited conservation covenant with the signed covenant having the Council seal affixed prior to registration against the property title.

7. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $8,471 for maintenance and repair works to The Old Shipping Office, 3 Church Street, Akaroa.

8. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $2,313 for the William Gilbert and Hine Te Marino Headstone Conservation project.

9. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $405 for the Marion ‘Queenie’ McLean headstone repair project.

10. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $7,610 for conservation, repair and maintenance works to 38 Dublin Street, Lyttelton.

11. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $22,800 for conservation, repair and maintenance works to 47 Oxford Street, Lyttelton.

a. Notes that payment of the 47 Oxford Street grant is subject to the applicant entering a 10-year limited conservation covenant with the signed covenant having the Council seal affixed prior to registration against the property title.

12. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $12,811 for conservation, repair and maintenance works to 52 Longfellow Street.

13. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of $22,500 for the Lewe Summers Memorial Sculpture project at Mount Pleasant Community Centre.

Councillor Templeton/Councillor Fields Carried

11. Biodiversity Fund Project Approvals 2023-2024 FY

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00059

Officer recommendations accepted without change

That the Council:

1. Receive the information in the Biodiversity Fund Project Approvals 2023-2024 FY Report.

2. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approve a total of $400,000 from the Christchurch Biodiversity Fund 2023/24 across the following 14 projects:

a. $5,000 Tirowaikare covenant (Beggs) weed control, Banks Peninsula

3. Conservation Trust

b. $31,760 Canty Plains floodplain forest restoration

c. $52,000 Feral pig control te Waihora catchments

d. $12,000 Coastal forest protection and enhancement Raupo Bay

e. $50,000 Hinewai conifer eradication for forest restoration

f. $40,000 Hukahukaturoa catchment weed control QEII covenants

g. $7,680 Protection Rare Ecosystems, Linda Woods weeds control

h. $36,000 Living Springs Native Forest Enhancement

i. $25,000 Purau catchment rare ecosystem protection,

j. $11,975 Stencliffe farm – Manatu forest fencing

k. $16,336 Stony Bay forest fencing

l. $41,000 Styx Living Memorial Trust, willow control

m. $44,504 Tokoroa Fencing and weed control

n. $26,744 Wainui rewild

4. Decline the following applications to the Christchurch Biodiversity Fund 2023/24:

a. Decanter Bay pigs ear study

b. Forest Planting Lansdowne Valley

c. Pohatu Penguins

d. Tupari Reserve

Councillor Templeton/Councillor Fields Carried

14. MCR Northern Line - Design Adjustment to Restell Street as Part of the Harewood Road Railway Crossing Upgrade

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00060

Officer recommendations accepted without change

That the Council:

1. Receive the information in the MCR Northern Line - Design Adjustment to Restell Street as Part of the Harewood Road Railway Crossing Upgrade Report.

2. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Revoke any previously approved resolutions concerning Restell Street, commencing at its intersection with Harewood Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 30 metres, that are in conflict with recommendations 4 and 5 below.

4. Approve all kerb alignments, raised platforms, road surface treatments, road markings, and the removal of the traffic island on Restell Street, commencing at its intersection with Harewood Road, and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 30 metres as detailed on plan for approval RD3832, sheet R1 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

5. Approve, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017, that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time on the west side of Restell Street commencing at its intersection with Harewood Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 29 metres.

Mayor/Councillor Keown Carried

The meeting adjourned at 12.52pm and reconvened at 2.02pm.

17. Resolution to Exclude the Public Te whakataunga kaupare hunga tūmatanui

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00061

That at 2.02pm the resolution to exclude the public set out on pages 375 to 376 of the Agenda be adopted.

Councillor Barber/Councillor Peters Carried

Councillor Johanson requested that his vote against the resolution be recorded.

The public were re-admitted to the meeting at 3.04pm.

12. New Zealand Local Government Association Inc: payment of annual membership subscription
	Consistent with Standing Order 6.8, this Item was withdrawn from the Agenda by the Chairperson to allow additional time for feedback to be sought from the Community Boards.

The meeting adjourned at 3.06pm and reconvened at 3.22pm.

Councillor McLellan left the meeting at 3.30pm and returned at 3.40pm during consideration of Item 13.

Councillor MacDonald left the meeting at 3.35pm and returned at 3.39pm during consideration of Item 13.

Councillor Donovan left the meeting at 3.37pm and returned at 3.39pm during consideration of Item 13.

13. Council Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory - Financial Year 2022/23
	Council Officers Carey Graydon and Elizabeth Wilson joined the table to present Item 13 and answer questions from Elected Members. During discussion, Deputy Mayor Cotter (refer Resolution 2), Councillor Templeton (refer Resolution 3), Councillor Coker (refer Resolutions 4 – 7), and Councillor Keown (refer Resolution 8) put forward additional recommendations for Officer comment. These additions were all incorporated into the Substantive Motion which was then Moved by Councillor Templeton and Seconded by Councillor Coker. At the conclusion of debate, the meeting voted on the Substantive Motion, which was declared carried.
	Officer Recommendations That the Council: 1. Receive the information in the Council Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory - Financial Year 2022/23 report.
	Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00062 That the Council: 1. Receive the information in the Council Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory - Financial Year 2022/23 report. 2. Request staff to provide advice on how Council employees and Elected Members are commuting to and from their workplaces and investigate ways to incentivise changes to employee travel to support emissions reductions. 3. Request staff assess and include staff and elected member commutes in our emissions profile and Emissions Reduction Plan. 4. Request staff provide advice on changing the Council’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory to the “financial control” approach. 5. Request staff advice regarding the Lyttelton Port Company international shipping emissions, and the Christchurch International Airport Limited international aviation emissions, and how they might be included in the Council’s next Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory or District Emissions Inventory, as appropriate. 6. Request staff advice about Council including in its next Letter of Expectations to the Lyttelton Port Company and the Christchurch International Airport Limited that they decrease international shipping and aviation emissions in line with the Council’s 2030 emissions reduction goals. 7. Request staff advice on Council signing the Climate Liberation Aotearoa open letter to central government (and tabled at this meeting) to include international shipping and aviation emissions, in relation to New Zealand, in targets and reduction plans. 8. Request staff advice on emissions on data storage. Councillor Templeton/Councillor Coker Carried

Councillor Barber left the meeting at 4.05pm and returned at 4.07pm during consideration of Item 15.

15. Christchurch Northern Corridor - Downstream Effects Bus Lane Trial: Request for Time Extension

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00063

Officer recommendations accepted without changed

That the Council:

1. Receive the information in the Christchurch Northern Corridor - Downstream Effects Bus Lane Trial: Request for Time Extension Report.

2. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as medium significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approve the continued operation and enforcement of special bus priority lanes on Cranford Street between Innes Road and Berwick Street, in conjunction with the approved temporary traffic management plan, until the end of March 2025 (or earlier if a decision on the permanent solution is made before then).

4. Note that staff will continue to review potential options for Cranford Street between Innes Road and Berwick Street, which will then be followed by a public consultation process.

Councillor Templeton/Deputy Mayor Carried

Councillor Keown requested his vote against the resolution be recorded.

16. Process for Changing Approved Design - MCR Nor'West Arc
	Council Officers Lynette Ellis and Ron Lemm joined the table to present Item 16 and answer questions from Elected Members. Officers also tabled an updated Attachment D to the report: Table of Items Contributing to Cost by Option (refer Attachment A to this Minutes’ Item). Option B as set out in the Officer Recommendations was Moved by the Mayor and Seconded by Councillor MacDonald. Option A as set out in the Officer Recommendations was Moved as a foreshadowed Motion by Councillor Templeton and Seconded by Councillor Coker. At the conclusion of debate the meeting voted on Option B by division, which was declared lost. The meeting then voted on Option A by division, which was declared carried.
	Officer Recommendations That the Council: 1. Receive the information in the Process for Changing Approved Design – MCR Nor’West Arc report. 2. Agree to progress with one of the following options for the Nor’West Arc Major Cycleway Route (Section 3) along Aorangi Road between Ilam Road and Brookside Terrace: a. Option A - Separated cycleway on the carriageway (the current approved design). i. Agree to retain Option A under the previous decision made by the Urban Development and Transport Committee at its 3 February 2022 meeting (Item 9, Resolution 1(d): that Section 3 – Aorangi Road from Ilam Road up to Brookside Terrace be a two-way cycleway) and continue with the current approved design (Attachment A to this report); and ii. Note that staff will bring a report to Council in mid-2024 to agree to the detailed traffic resolutions prior to completing construction procurement. OR b. Option B - Shared path: i. Revoke the previous decision made by the Urban Development and Transport Committee at its 3 February 2022 meeting (Item 9, Resolution 1(d): that Section 3 – Aorangi Road from Ilam Road up to Brookside Terrace be a two-way cycleway), following the Committee’s consideration of the Hearings Panel report (Attachment E to this report); and ii. Approve the scheme design of the Nor’West Arc section 3 between Ilam Road and Brookside Terrace as a shared path (Attachment B to this report). iii. Note that staff will bring a report to the Council to agree the detailed traffic resolutions prior to completing construction procurement. iv. Note that this option has associated design, budget, resource and delivery impacts and risks (as described in section 4.32 of this report). OR c. Option C – Separated cycleway and footpath on the existing berm: i. Agree to pause any further work as commenced under Option A – Separated cycleway on the carriageway (the current approved design). ii. Direct staff to create a scheme design for a separated cycleway and footpath on the existing berm. iii. Note that this option has associated design, budget, resource and delivery impacts and risks (as described in section 4.33 of this report). iv. Note that this option is likely to require additional consultation, including the formation of a Hearings Panel to evaluate feedback and design options. 3. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as medium significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.
	Council Decision That the Council: 1. Receive the information in the Process for Changing Approved Design – MCR Nor’West Arc report. 2. Agree to progress with the following option for the Nor’West Arc Major Cycleway Route (Section 3) along Aorangi Road between Ilam Road and Brookside Terrace: b. Option B - Shared path: i. Revoke the previous decision made by the Urban Development and Transport Committee at its 3 February 2022 meeting (Item 9, Resolution 1(d): that Section 3 – Aorangi Road from Ilam Road up to Brookside Terrace be a two-way cycleway), following the Committee’s consideration of the Hearings Panel report (Attachment E to this report); and ii. Approve the scheme design of the Nor’West Arc section 3 between Ilam Road and Brookside Terrace as a shared path (Attachment B to this report). iii. Note that staff will bring a report to the Council to agree the detailed traffic resolutions prior to completing construction procurement. iv. Note that this option has associated design, budget, resource and delivery impacts and risks (as described in section 4.32 of this report). 3. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as medium significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The division was declared lost* by 7 votes to 8 votes the voting being as follows:* *For:* Mayor Mauger, Councillor Barber, Councillor Gough, Councillor Henstock, Councillor Keown, Councillor MacDonald and Councillor Peters *Against:* Deputy Mayor Cotter, Councillor Coker, Councillor Donovan, Councillor Fields, Councillor Harrison-Hunt, Councillor McLellan, Councillor Moore and Councillor Templeton Mayor/Councillor MacDonald Lost Councillor Johanson declared an interest in this Item and took no part in the discussion or vote.
	Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00064 That the Council: 1. Receive the information in the Process for Changing Approved Design – MCR Nor’West Arc report. 2. Agree to progress with the following option for the Nor’West Arc Major Cycleway Route (Section 3) along Aorangi Road between Ilam Road and Brookside Terrace: a. Option A - Separated cycleway on the carriageway (the current approved design). i. Agree to retain Option A under the previous decision made by the Urban Development and Transport Committee at its 3 February 2022 meeting (Item 9, Resolution 1(d): that Section 3 – Aorangi Road from Ilam Road up to Brookside Terrace be a two-way cycleway) and continue with the current approved design (Attachment A to this report); and ii. Note that staff will bring a report to Council in mid-2024 to agree to the detailed traffic resolutions prior to completing construction procurement. 3. Note that the decision in this report is assessed as medium significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The division was declared carried* by 8 votes to 7 votes the voting being as follows:* *For:* Deputy Mayor Cotter, Councillor Coker, Councillor Donovan, Councillor Fields, Councillor Harrison-Hunt, Councillor McLellan, Councillor Moore and Councillor Scandrett *Against:* Mayor Mauger, Councillor Barber, Councillor Gough, Councillor Henstock, Councillor Keown, Councillor MacDonald and Councillor Peters Councillor Templeton/Councillor Coker Carried Councillor Johanson declared an interest in this Item and took no part in the discussion or vote.
	Attachments a Process for Changing Approved Design - MCR Nor'West Arc - Presentation to Council

Councillor Barber left the meeting at 5.06pm and returned at 5.07pm during consideration of Item 20.

Councillor Harrison-Hunt left the meeting at 5.06pm during consideration of Item 20.

20. Mayor's Monthly Report

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00065

Mayor’s recommendations accepted without change

That the Council:

1. Receive the Mayor’s Monthly Report.

2. Submit the Council’s submission to the Climate Change Commission for its review of New Zealand’s emissions reduction targets and emissions budget (Attachment B to this report).

3. Request the Chief Executive to report back to Council before the Long Term Plan 2024-2034 is adopted with advice on options for supporting the restoration and development of the former Dux de Lux/Student Union building and site at 39 Hereford Street, including, but not limited to, options which:

a. utilise existing heritage budgets to support an agreed restoration model; and

b. support the restoration of the former Dux de Lux/Student Union, including through lease or purchase; and

c. note that options may also help address projected deficits at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre Trust.

4. Note that final advice should ensure that the restoration of former Dux de Lux/Student Union will maintain that the building’s future use is consistent with the objects of the Arts Centre of Christchurch Trust Act 2015.

Mayor/Deputy Mayor Carried

Councillor Templeton requested her vote against resolution 3 be recorded.

Councillor Moore requested his abstention be recorded.

Resolution to Exclude the Public

Council Resolved CNCL/2024/00066

That at 5.12pm the resolution to exclude the public set out on pages 375 to 376 of the Agenda be adopted.

Mayor/Councillor MacDonald Carried

The public were re-admitted to the meeting at 12.19pm on 29 May 2024.

Karakia Whakamutunga: All Councillors

Meeting concluded at 12.19pm on 29 May 2024.

CONFIRMED THIS 19^th DAY OF JUNE 2024

Mayor Phil Mauger

Chairperson

7. Ōtākaro-Avon Stormwater Management Plan
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/508020
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Paul Dickson, Drainage Engineer, Three Waters Unit
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Brent Smith, Acting General Manager City Infrastructure

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 The Ōtākaro-Avon Stormwater Management Plan (SMP) is presented for Council adoption ahead of its submission to Canterbury Regional Council by the deadline of 30 June 2024.

1.2 The stormwater management plan is required by the Comprehensive Stormwater Network Discharge Consent (CSNDC) CRC231955 Condition 4 that requires the Council to develop SMPs for those parts of the District where there are stormwater networks.

1.3 The decision in this report is of medium significance in relation to the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by considering the requirements under the comprehensive consent, the significance of stormwater management to mana whenua, the degree of expressed public interest in stormwater management, previous Councillor interest, and the quantum of funding during the term of the Stormwater Management Plan (SMP).

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

1. Receives the information in the Ōtākaro-Avon Stormwater Management Plan Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as medium significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Adopts the Ōtākaro-Avon Stormwater Management Plan (Attachment B to this report).

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 The Council develops stormwater management plans (SMPs) for its 7 major catchments to comply with conditions of the Comprehensive Stormwater Network Discharge Consent (CSNDC). Stormwater management plans demonstrate the means by which urban stormwater discharges will be reduced to improve the quality and quantity of stormwater discharges towards receiving environment objectives.

3.2 SMPs are among several responses by the Council (including environmental strategies) to an environment that is degraded by contaminants and can experience water quantity effects. This SMP is developed to enable the Council to plan and fund works, develop targets and construct facilities that will trap contaminants and mitigate water quality and quantity. Contaminant discharges also could be addressed by regulating to eliminate contaminant sources, and by educating or regulating to encourage gains to be made by others. Controls at source or by others is thought to be a more effective strategy in the long term; however, there is significant uncertainty about how to bring such controls into effect. The CSNDC requires ongoing work by the Council on those other methods (condition 40) and the Council is pursuing them.

3.3 The SMP is developed to meet consent deadlines, giving effect to programmes of work in the draft 2024-34 Long Term Plan. Its major activity is construction of treatment facilities. The SMP complies with conditions of the CSNDC within the scope of the draft 2024-34 LTP funding provision. A potential SMP proposing a wider range of measures, including controls at source, could not be relied upon to meet targets at this time, because the Council’s powers are insufficient to require the necessary changes.

3.4 The SMP supports the Community Outcome Healthy Environment and is one of many equally important activities toward obtaining a healthier environment.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 The CSNDC requires the Council to develop stormwater management plans (SMPs) to demonstrate the means by which the quality and quantity of stormwater discharges will be progressively improved towards meeting receiving environment objectives. The rate of improvement is indicated by contaminant load reduction standards set in the consent and by discretionary targets set for each catchment by the Council. Many potential means of managing stormwater contaminants exist. Controls at source (e.g. choice of building materials) are recognised as effective but would require a change to a Bylaw, and/or changes to the District Plan which may be subject to challenges, and would have limited effectiveness under the District Plan unless there was a change to the RMA provision of existing use rights. Treatment basins and wetlands are moderately effective, relatively easy for the Council install, and serve multiple purposes. Stormwater filters are effective but individually may only treat small areas and can be difficult to install. Street sweeping is an uncomplicated intervention but is considered less effective than others. All methods were considered in the context of effectiveness and practicability.

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

4.2 The following reasonably practicable option was considered and is assessed in this report:

· A plan using accepted methods that is compliant with the conditions of CRC231955 and is supported by funding provisions in the draft 2024-34 Long Term Plan.

4.3 The following options were considered but ruled out:

· An aspirational and potentially higher-achieving plan that is compliant with the conditions of CRC231955 but is not supported by funding provisions in the draft 2024-34 Long Term Plan and includes activities that are likely to be difficult to implement due to uncertainty about the Council’s powers under the Local Government Act.

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.4 Preferred Option: Compliance option.

4.4.1 Option Description: A plan complying with conditions of the CSNDC, constructing stormwater treatment facilities provided for in the draft LTP and relying on plans (e.g. Sediment Discharge Management Plan) and regulations (e.g. The Stormwater Bylaw 2022) already effected by the Council to mitigate commercial discharges.

4.4.2 Option Advantages

· achieves a sufficient level of contaminant reduction;.

· adopts a programme of capital work provided for in the draft 2024-34 Long Term Plan; and

· relies on regulatory processes that are within the Council’s powers under the Local Government Act.

4.6.3 It also complies with all relevant conditions of the CSNDC consent, as follows:

· Conditions 4, 8 and 13 and require consultation with specified parties including Rūnanga and Community Boards when preparing the SMP and providing them with a draft for consideration. The parties were consulted with and provided with the draft SMP.

· Conditions 14-18 require the Council to set up a Technical Peer Review Panel and invite their comments on a draft of the SMP. The Panel was set up and provided its views most of which have been included into the SMP.

· Condition 6 sets out the purpose of SMPs as:

§ Improving the annual load of contaminants so as to strive to achieve targeted reductions over time. The SMP does that to the extent that Council’s draft 2024-34 LTP budget allows.

§ Discharge to land infiltration systems where practicable – there is little opportunity to do that in this catchment.

§ Impacts on groundwater mounding beneath infiltration basins; expect advice demonstrates we are doing this.

· Condition 7 lists matters that must be included in SMPs. SMP Table 10, Appendix A sets out how this SMP provides that information.

· Condition 19 sets contaminant load reduction targets. We are planning facilities that in combination with those in other catchments will meet those targets.

· Condition 23 requires use of best practical options to mitigate the effects of discharges. The SMP shows and describes how the Council is meeting that requirement.

· Condition 25 requires that facilities treat existing catchments where practicable. This has been planned to the extent made possible by the draft LTP.

· Condition 28 requires that the SMP consider and include guidelines for basin design to minimise the risk of bird strike. These are in the SMP Appendix H.

4.4.3 Option Disadvantages

· Is likely to take longer to approach receiving environment objectives;

· Is less acceptable to tangata whenua and Environment Canterbury and some submitters;

4.5 Alternative Option: - Aspirational option.

4.5.1 Option Description: A SMP that would develop aspirational stormwater quality and quantity management and contaminant load reduction targets to be affected by a range of measures which could include controls at source (e.g. specified, non-steel roofing materials and mandatory roof painting) and near-source controls such as downpipe filters and on-road stormwater filtration devices.

4.5.2 Option Advantages

· Likely to achieve greater contaminant load reductions and to approach receiving environment objectives more quickly;

· Preferred by the majority of consultees including tangata whenua and Zone Committees;

4.5.3 Option Disadvantages

· Water quality and quantity improvement programmes that while ideal are not definitely attainable; and

· Relies on contaminant reduction methods that would need regulatory change;

· Higher costs to Council and public and methods that would be viewed negatively by many;

· Council committed to currently unfunded actions; SMP timing likely to commit the Council to programmes not yet funded in the draft LTP

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

4.6 Officers consider that the Council cannot be committed to projects that are not consulted on in the draft LTP and are not definitely funded and able to be implemented. And since the Council would or may require additional powers to implement some actions the risks for the Council of adopting this option are too high.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option	Aspirational Option
Cost to Implement	Provided for in the draft 2024-34 Long Term Plan	Greater than the recommended option. Not all costs provided for in the draft 2024-34 LTP and AP.
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	Provided for in the Annual Plan through operational funding provisions	Greater than the recommended option
Funding Source	Normal operating budgets	Extended operating budgets
Funding Availability	Available	Partially available
Impact on Rates	No	Yes

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 The Canterbury Regional Council may question aspects of the stormwater management plan including how targets were set for contaminant load mitigation. There is potential for the two organisations to discuss how targets could be revised. This could also happen at any stage after the plan has been submitted within its ten year term as more effective treatment/mitigation options become available.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

6.2 Statutory and/or delegated authority to undertake proposals in the report:

6.2.1 The Local Government Act 2002 provides the statutory power for the Council to make this decision.

6.3 Other Legal Implications:

6.3.1 The stormwater management plan is produced to enable the Council to comply with a resource consent issued under the Resource Management Act. This report (at 4.6.3) sets out the relevant conditions of the stormwater discharge resource consent regarding development of the SMP and describes how the SMP meets those requirements.

6.3.2 This report has been reviewed and approved by Legal Services.

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.4 The required decision:

6.4.1 Aligns with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework to manage funds wisely and actively balance the needs of today’s residents..

6.4.2 Is assessed as medium significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance was determined by considering the requirements under the comprehensive consent, the significance of stormwater management to mana whenua, the degree of expressed public interest in stormwater management, previous Councillor interest, and the quantum of funding during the term of the Stormwater Management Plan (SMP).

6.4.3 Is consistent with Council’s Plans and Policies, specifically the Integrated Water Strategy.

6.5 This report supports the Council's Long Term Plan (2024 - 2034):

6.6 Flood Protection and Control Works

6.6.1 Activity: Flood Protection and Control Works

· Level of Service: 14.1.7.1 Reduce pollution of waterbodies from discharge of urban contaminants to waterways: Annual rolling average reduction in the discharge of zinc/copper/Total Suspended Solids (TSS) to be equal or greater than that required to meet the reduction set in the Comprehensive Stormwater Network Discharge Consent (CSNDC) for 2023 and 2028, derived through contaminant load reduction modelling of the stormwater treatment facilities which have been installed - Pass

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

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

6.7.1 Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board

6.7.2 Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board

6.7.3 Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board

6.8 Consultation started on 21 February 2024 and ran until 22 April 2024.

6.9 An email was sent to 186 key stakeholders, including Mahaanui Kurataiao (MKT), Avon Heathcote Estuary Ihutai Trust, Avon-Ōtākaro Network, Christchurch Estuary Association, The Styx Living Laboratory Trust, Department of Conservation, Ecan, Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society and Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu.

6.10 The consultation was posted on the Council Facebook page, the Council LinkedIn page, and 15 local community Facebook pages, inviting submissions on the Let’s Talk webpage.

6.11 Consultation documents including the summary and full consultation document were delivered to Aranui Library, New Brighton Community Library, Parklands Community Library, Upper Riccarton Community Library, Linwood Service Centre, Fendalton Service Centre, Shirley Service Centre, Turanga library and Civic Offices on 27 February 2024. In addition, copies of summary documents were provided to Christchurch Community House, Bridge Hub South Brighton, St Albans Community Centre, Phillipstown Hub, and Shirley Community Trust throughout the consultation period.

6.12 Staff attended Richmond Community Gala on 23 March 2024, and Phillipstown Community Gala on 13 April 2024, to share the consultation information and answer questions.

6.13 Staff attended a meeting with the Ōtākaro Avon River Network on Monday 8 April to provide more information about the consultation process, specific programmes of work that Council is undertaking, and answer any questions.

6.14 Staff attended a meeting with Kāinga Ora on 10 April 2024 to discuss implications of future development planning for the catchment and how to work together more closely regarding detention basins and future planning.

Summary of Submissions Ngā Tāpaetanga

6.15 The Let’s Talk page was viewed 1425 times, with the Summary Stormwater Management Plan document downloaded 63 times and the Full Stormwater Management Plan document 86 times.

6.16 27 submissions were made by three Community Boards (Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board, Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board, and Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board), six recognised organisations (Christchurch International Airport Limited, WSP, Spokes Canterbury, Sustainable Ōtautahi Christchurch, Avon Ōtākaro Network INC, and Department of Conservation), and 18 individuals.

6.17 All submissions were unique with no themes able to be drawn from them. Therefore, staff have provided responses to each submission. It’s advised that elected members read submissions in their entirety.

6.18 Key issues raised by submitters are addressed by staff in Attachment A.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.19 The decision involves 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.

6.20 The decision involves a matter of interest to Mana Whenua but should not impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga.

6.21 The decision is to adopt a plan dealing with the interception and removal of part of the city’s urban contaminant load. As Mana Whenua strongly oppose any discharge of contaminants into water, they are unable to endorse any SMP that only partially meets their position on environmental matters. Prior to SMPs, Mana Whenua were consulted during preparation of the Council’s consent application and gave provisional support for a proposed programme of facilities construction that is the core of SMPs. That programme and other Council programmes partially achieve Mana Whenua objectives. Mana Whenua choose to neither endorse nor oppose SMPs and continually advocate for more comprehensive protection for water and water bodies.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.22 The decisions in this report are likely to:

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

6.22.2 Contribute negatively to emissions reductions.

6.23 The plan adopted by this report is expected to initiate construction of stormwater treatment facilities utilising manufactured materials with greenhouse gas signatures.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 If adopted the SMP will be delivered to the Canterbury Regional Council by 30 June. Planning for stormwater facilities will start; some ongoing activities such as erosion and sediment control will continue.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇨	Ōtākaro Avon SMP - Submission Table (Public) (Under Separate Cover)	24/830935
b ⇨	Ōtākaro-Avon Stormwater Management Plan (Under Separate Cover)	24/895142

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

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Paul Dickson - Drainage Engineer

Samantha Smith - Engagement Advisor

Meghan Pinfold - Senior Legal Counsel

Brent Pizzey - Senior Legal Counsel

Approved By

Gavin Hutchison - Acting Head of Three Waters

Brent Smith - Acting General Manager City Infrastructure

8. New Zealand Local Government Association Inc: payment of annual membership subscription
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/1007116
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Helen White, General Counsel / Head of Legal & Democratic Services Bede Carran, General Manager Finance, Risk & Performance (CFO)
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Helen White, General Counsel / Head of Legal & Democratic Services

Secretarial Note: this report was initially included in the Council agenda for the 15 May 2024 meeting. Consistent with Standing Order 6.8, the report was withdrawn from the agenda by the Chairperson to allow time for feedback to be sought from the Community Boards. The content of this report has not changed, but a new attachment reflecting the feedback provided by the Community Boards will be circulated under separate cover ahead of the Council meeting.

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 The purpose of this report is for Council to consider its continued membership of New Zealand Local Government Association Inc (LGNZ) and if membership is confirmed for the invoice to be paid.

1.2 The report is in response to Council receiving the membership renewal invoice and to provide analysis that supports the Council deciding whether or not to remain a member.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

1. Receives the information in the New Zealand Local Government Association Inc: payment of annual membership subscription report.

EITHER:

2. Agrees to renew its membership of Local Government New Zealand Inc for the amount of $163,254.75 plus GST.

OR:

3. Declines to renew its membership of Local Government New Zealand Inc and:

a. Resolves to resign its membership of Local Government New Zealand Inc; and

b. Authorises the Mayor to give notice of the resignation in writing to Local Government New Zealand Inc.

4. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy, as it is a decision regarding membership of an organisation and does not affect strategic assets or levels of services.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 The annual subscription renewal of the Council’s membership of Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) is due. This year’s renewal fee for membership is for the amount of $163,254.75 plus GST.

3.2 This report provides analysis to support the Council decision on payment or not of this year’s subscription. Should the Council decide not to renew its membership, it must comply with LGNZ’s constitutional requirement to give notice of resignation in writing. The Council will be required to pay a proportion of the membership fee up to the date the resignation takes effect (one month from notification).

3.3 A number of the reasons for remaining a member are not readily quantifiable. Council’s decision should be based on an overall weighting of the merits of being a member of a body that advocates for local government weighed against the merits of undertaking direct advocacy on its own behalf. Being a member of an organisation such as LGNZ provides the benefit of collective advocacy but with reduced influence on the policy and advocacy postions. Alternatively, by not being a member Council may consider it can advocate more effectively and specifically on the issues important to the communities of the city and district, doing so as the South Island’s largest city.

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 LGNZ is constituted as an incorporated society and is a membership organisation. LGNZ’s members are local authorities constituted under the Local Government Act 2002. LGNZ’s purpose is to champion, connect, and support local government. The objects of LGNZ are set out in its Rules^{^[1]} and summarised are to:

4.1.1 promote the national interests of local government

4.1.2 advocate on matters affecting the national interests of local government and its communities

4.1.3 promote and facilitate regular dialogue with the Government, Parliamentarians, and the agencies of the Government

4.1.4 provide full, accurate, and timely information to its members on matters affecting local government and LGNZ;

4.1.5 research, survey, and investigate matters in which LGNZ and its members have an interest;

4.1.6 provide advice, education, and training opportunities for its members

4.1.7 hold conferences and forums to advance its objectives.

4.2 LGNZ is governed by the National Council, comprised of the President and 17 members, including three reserved for Auckland (although currently, it is not a member of LGNZ). To ensure representation across the country, LGNZ’s Rules prescribe membership from metropolitan (Christchurch City Council is a member of the metropolitan sector), regional, provincial, and rural New Zealand, and also geographically from across the country. The National Council membership also includes the Chair of Te Maruata and one person appointed from the Young Elected Members Network.

4.3 The National Council appoints the Chief Executive of LGNZ who in turn employs LGNZ’s staff.

4.4 For the financial year ended 31 March 2023 membership subscriptions of $4.09 million made up approximately 42% of LGNZ’s total revenue of $9.812 million (LGNZ’s financial performance for the year ended 31 March 2024 and its financial position as at 31 March 2024 are not yet published or available). For the year ended 31 March 2023 LGNZ made an operating deficit of $578k (rounded).

4.5 LGNZ’s invoice to Council for the current year (which runs from 1 April 2024 – 31 March 2025) is $163 254.75 (plus GST). By comparison for the year 1 April 2023 – 31 March 2024 Council paid $141,960.65 (plus GST).

4.6 One of the reasons for the increased membership this year is that there is now full access to Ākona, LGNZ’s professional development learning platform. This had been optional in previous years. This platform aims to provide training and information on subjects that will help build council capacity and provide skills members need to do their job well such as speechwriting, media advice, guidance on tax obligations as well as subject information like climate change, financial governance, Te Tiriti partnerships. It also provides a tool for elected members to identify their individual professional development needs. A roadmap of modules is available at: Akona_roadmap.pdf (d1pepq1a2249p5.cloudfront.net)

4.7 Council also incurs some other associated costs such as hosting costs, media content, and conference attendance, including travel and accommodation, totaling approx. $25,000 per year.

4.8 The Council also contributes $7,500 to the Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ), which is administered by LGNZ. Ceasing to be a member of LGNZ does not preclude the Mayor/Council from continuing to participate in the MTFJ.

4.9 This matter was last considered by the Council on 9 December 2021 and for a full analysis of the services provided by LGNZ, please view item 32, page 15.

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

4.10 The following reasonably practicable options were considered and are assessed in this report:

· For the Council to pay the membership subscription and continue to be a member of LGNZ, or

· For the Council to not pay the membership subscription and cease to be a member of LGNZ.

4.11 The advantages and disadvantages of membership may be summarised as follows:

Advantages	Disadvantages
Participation in the discussions and deliberations of the wider local government sector on matters of national and local interest.	An annual membership cost of $163,254.75 (GST excl) this money could be redeployed to other activities and/or services, which could include governance and staff resources for direct advocacy on matters of specific interest to Council.
Enhanced access to Central Government Ministers, MPs, and officials through attendance at LGNZ events.	There is a risk that Council may not agree with policy and/or advocacy positions that LGNZ might adopt or pursue. Similarly, there is a risk that LGNZ may not advocate strongly enough on issues that are important to Council and the community.
Right to vote in Presidential and National Council elections.	LGNZ work programmes may not align with the Council’s priorities or wishes, resulting in a sense that value for the membership fee is not being delivered.
Right to vote on and influence AGM remits.	There are travel costs associated with attendance at LGNZ events. There are 6 in-person LGNZ meetings in a calendar year, ranging from Metro sector to Combined sectors to Zone 5 & 6 . Depending on the location and the number of days attended, travel costs could range between $3k - $5k per person. Depending on Council membership there are also 4-5 in-person National Council meetings per year, but travel costs are paid for by LGNZ.
Right to participate in Zone 5 & 6 meetings (held in various locations throughout the South Island), and right to participate in meetings of the Metropolitan Sector (and with Auckland no longer a member Christchurch is now the largest territorial authority member).
Ability and right to influence LGNZ positions and advocacy.
Access to training modules provided by LGNZ through Ākona.
Access to membership pricing for attendance at the annual LGNZ Conference.
24/7 counselling and support service for all elected members and access to wellbeing tools.
Neutral third party advice to LGNZ’s members.

Analysis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

4.12 A number of the reasons for remaining as a member are not readily quantifiable. The benefits are related to an overall weighting of the merits of participating in a membership body that advocates for local government both with central government and more widely, and the Council may consider it important that there is such a body. Christchurch as a large metropolitan council may consider it important that it is an active member of LGNZ to influence its advocacy on matters of importance to the Council and its communities.

4.13 In the alternative, the Council may consider that it can be more influential and represents the interests and concerns of its residents and ratepayers through direct advocacy with government, ministries, and other organisations both in Wellington and nationally. LGNZ with its requirement to reflect the views of its wide and varying membership is hampered in taking positions that reflect specifically the interests of the Council. Aligned to this, Council may perceive that, while it is a large metro, it is unable to influence sufficuiently LGNZ’s policy and advocacy decisions it sees as important. As a consequence, Council may consider the subscription monies are better targeted to direct advocacy and representation, or redeployment on to other services and activities. Council may also consider it has sufficient resources to provide on a more direct and targeted basis the benefits that are provided by being a member.

4.14 If the Council considers that it should resign its membership of LGNZ, there would be some work required to identify allocation of internal resourcing to focus on the areas of advocacy and representation that better meet its needs. This resource may be able to be partially (or wholly) redirected within existing staff resource including what is utilised with supporting membership.

4.15 Broadly, as of 31 March 2023, LGNZ had equity, that is its assets were greater than its liabilities of $3.76 million. Of the equity $550,000 (rounded) was held in property, plant and equipment, and intangibles (largely software). The balance of approximately $3.2 million is essentially held as current assets, essentially cash and cash equivalents.

4.16 Assuming that for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 LGNZ’s financial position has not materially or substantially deteriorated, the Council’s membership, or not as the case may be is unlikely to impugn LGNZ’s financial viability for the current year. However, if the Council ceases to be a member it will have unwelcome financial implications for LGNZ, and consequently, it may be necessary for LGNZ to reassess its operating model and what parts of its business it prioritises.

4.17 More broadly, if Council does not renew its membership, is the reputational impact on LGNZ of the country’s second-largest metro now ceasing to be a member.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Option 1	Option 2
Description	Retain membership	Resign membership
Cost to Implement	$163,254.75	$27,209 (max of 2 months membership to provide notice) Further work is required to determine what further staff resources, if any, may be required to fill any gaps created by the absence of information and advocacy provided by LGNZ.
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	Approx. $25,000 per year	Estimated $10-16k travel costs for meetings
Funding Source	Rates	Rates
Funding Availability	Provided for in LTP/AP	Funding reapplied to direct advocacy - provided for in LTP/AP
Impact on Rates	approx. 0.027%	Estimated 0.006% *

*subject to full analysis of whether additional staff resource is required

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 There are disadvantages and risks in remaining a member as set out above.

6.2 The risks in leaving LGNZ would be the potential to be isolated within the sector, to find it challenging to have Christchurch’s voice heard in isolation by the sector body, and to convey the Council’s views effectively to the government.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

6.3 Statutory and/or delegated authority to undertake proposals in the report:

6.3.1 The Council can determine whether it will renew its membership of LGNZ.

6.4 Other Legal Implications:

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

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

6.5 Membership of LGNZ does not directly impact the community.

6.6 If the Council resigns its membership, this would also apply to Community Board members and their ability to participate in their representative bodies.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.7 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. This is principally because LGNZ is a membership organisation advancing the interests of the local government sector and organisations.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.15 The proposals in this report are unlikely to contribute significantly to adaptation to the impacts of climate change or emissions reductions.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 Should the Council decide to remain a member, the Chief Executive will arrange for the invoice to be paid. Full access to all membership benefits will continue.

7.2 Should the Council decide to resign its membership, notice will be given.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a	Community Board Feedback (Additional Documents - Circulated Separately)

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

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Authors

Helen White - General Counsel / Head of Legal & Democratic Services

Niel Koch - Group Financial Controller

Russell Holden - Head of Finance

Approved By

Bede Carran - General Manager Finance, Risk & Performance / Chief Financial Officer

9. Heritage Incentive Grant Applications
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/917704
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Victoria Bliss, Heritage Conservation Projects Planner Victoria.Bliss@ccc.govt.nz
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	John Higgins, General Manager Strategy, Planning & Regulatory Services

1. Purpose and Origin of the Report Te Pūtake Pūrongo

1.1 The purpose of this report is for the Council to consider applications for Heritage Incentive Grant funding for the projects listed below, noting that the recommendations can be accommodated within the funds available.

1.2 The report is staff generated in response to applications received for Heritage Incentive Grant funding.

1.3 Approval of these grants would support the Community Outcomes: “Resilient Communities”, “Liveable City” and “Prosperous Economy”.

2. Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Council:

1. Receives the information in the Heritage Incentive Grant Applications Report.

2. Notes that the decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $5,220 for conservation, repair and maintenance works to 47 Canterbury Street, Lyttelton.

4. Approves a Heritage Incentive Grant of up to $30,231 for conservation, repair and maintenance works to 70 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa.

a. Notes that payment of the 70 Rue Balguerie grant is subject to the applicant entering a 10-year limited conservation covenant with the signed covenant having the Council seal affixed prior to registration against the property title.

3. Executive Summary Te Whakarāpopoto Matua

3.1 Heritage Incentive Grant funding aims to incentivise owners and kaitiaki to undertake works to protect, maintain, repair and upgrade heritage buildings, places, structures and objects. This financial support contributes to the protection of the district’s heritage now, and for future generations.

3.2 The Heritage Incentive Grant fund was an annual fund provided for in the 2018-28 Long Term Plan. Council approved funding to be diverted into this fund from the now closed Central City Landmark Heritage Grant Fund in 2020. The carry forward of the remaining funds of $1,042,169 was approved for inclusion in the 2021/2031 Long Term Plan, with the resolution to spread these funds over three financial years. This equates to $347,389 per annum for each year.

3.3 There is currently a balance of $35,451 remaining in the Heritage Incentive Grant fund scheme.

3.4 Allocation of $35,451 from the 2023-2024 funding provision is recommended by staff in this report.

3.5 The staff recommendations will support two heritage conservation projects.

3.6 The recommended sum of $35,451 will support and incentivise a total investment of over $128,415 in heritage projects across the district.

3.7 Both grants meet the eligibility criteria for the grant scheme, which was approved by the Sustainability and Community Resilience Committee on 17 December 2020 (SACRC/2020/000460).

4. Background/Context Te Horopaki

4.1 The ‘Our Heritage, Our Taonga’ Heritage Strategy 2019-2029 was developed in partnership with the six papatipu rūnanga and together with the communities of the district. This engagement affirmed a strong community desire to understand, celebrate and protect its heritage and a recognition of the responsibility to future generations to safeguard Ōtautahi Christchurch’s rich and diverse taonga.

4.2 The Heritage Incentive Grant Scheme supports delivery of the overarching strategic principle of “Taking an intergenerational approach to sustainable development, prioritising the social, economic and cultural wellbeing of people and communities and the quality of the environment, now and into the future.” This is because heritage is an intergenerational equity. It contributes to our personal and community sense of identity and belonging and enhances high levels of social connectedness and cohesion.

4.3 The Heritage Incentive Grant Scheme aligns to the Community Outcome “Resilient Communities” – ‘celebration of our identity through arts, culture, heritage, sport and recreation’ and ‘strong sense of community’. It also supports “Liveable City” – ‘21st century garden city we are proud to live in’ and “Prosperous Economy” – ‘great place for people, business and investment’.

4.4 Applications for Heritage Incentive Grant funding received by staff are discussed below:

47 Canterbury Street, Lyttelton conservation, repair and maintenance project

4.5 47 Canterbury Street, Lyttelton was constructed in the early 1850s by John Marsham who also built 45 Canterbury Street. It is significant as one of the earliest cottages constructed in the township, and is also one of the few dwellings from this time which was not destroyed in the 1870 Lyttelton fire. It provides a record of the township’s original streetscape as well as the living conditions of its early inhabitants. Situated prominently on the footpath, the cottage is one of a number of heritage buildings in the immediate vicinity and is included in walking tours of the township.

4.6 The cottage is scheduled as ‘significant’ in the Christchurch District Plan with historic, social and cultural as well as contextual significance. It is included in Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga’s ‘Lyttelton Township Historic Area’. See the attached Heritage Statement of Significance for full details (Attachment A).

4.7 The building is in need of urgent remedial repair and maintenance as its roof is failing and leaking. The building is no longer weathertight which is threatening its structural integrity. The works are required to prevent ongoing deterioration and are urgent as they are required before winter weather arrives, and the structural integrity of the building is seriously compromised.

4.8 The total project cost is $17,400, and the eligible works total $17,400. This includes replacement of the roof with new iron, relapcement flashings and ridges.

4.9 Staff are recommending a grant of $5,220 (which equates to 30% of eligible costs).

4.10 The sum recommended is based on the availability of funding; the heritage values of the building and its significance as a rare surviving example of a very early, pre-fire timber cottage in the township; the contribution the proposed work will make to the retention of the building; the extent to which the works protect the heritage fabric and values; the contribution the building makes to the wider heritage values of the area, and the extent to which the building is highly visible to the public. Staff also note the high risk of damage to the building’s structure if ongoing water ingress is not addressed.

4.11 The applicant for the grant is the owner Terri Gledhill.

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

4.12.1 Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula.

4.12.2 Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke hold mana whenua rights and interests in the area.

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47 Canterbury Street, Lyttelton. Image from CCC files.

70 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa conservation, repair and maintenance project

4.13 The dwelling at 70 Rue Balgueri, Akaroa was constructed in the 1870s and designed by Christchurch architect AW Simpson. One of the grandest homes built at the time, it was originally named Linton, but is now more widely known as ‘The Giant’s House’.

4.14 Purchased in 2008 by internationally renowned artist Josie Martin, the dwelling is set in extensive landscaped gardens which display Martin’s mosaic sculptures. The garden is designated a “Garden of National Significance, 6 stars” by the New Zealand Gardens Trust and it is open to the public 364 days a year. In addition to the open garden, tours of the dwelling are available, and the house and gardens regularly feature in magazines, television shows, books and articles both in New Zealand and internationally. The Giants House

4.15 The dwelling is scheduled as ‘highly significant’ in the Christchurch District Plan, notably for its high historical and social, cultural and architectural significance. It is also listed by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga as a Category 2 Historic Place. See the attached Heritage Statement of Significance for full details (Attachment B).

4.16 The building is in urgent need of remedial repair and maintenance as its timber cladding and exterior joinery is failing. A number of weatherboards have completely rotted, others are decaying, and the whole dwelling requires repainting to protect and maintain its exterior envelope. Repairs are also required to the roof as it is leaking and no longer weathertight which is threatening the structure of the building and damaging its original heritage fabric. The works are required to prevent ongoing deterioration and are urgent as they are required before winter weather arrives, and the structural integrity of the building is seriously compromised.

4.17 The total project cost is $111,015 and the eligible works total $111,015. This includes repair and replacement of weatherboards and timber joinery, repairs to the roof, flashings and rainware, and exterior repainting.

4.18 Staff are recommending a grant of $30,231 (which equates to just under 30% of eligible costs).

4.19 The sum recommended is based on the availability of funding; the high heritage significance of the dwelling; the contribution the proposed works will make to the retention of the building; the extent to which the works protect the heritage fabric and values; the contribution the building makes to the wider heritage values of the area, and the extent to which the building is highly publically accessible. Staff also note the contribution the Giant’s House makes to Akaroa township in attracting visitors, and the high risk of damage to the building’s structure if ongoing water ingress is not addressed.

4.20 The applicant for the grant is the owner Josie Martin.

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

4.21.1 Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula.

4.21.2 Ōnuku Rūnanga hold mana whenua rights and interests in these areas.

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Summary table of these grants are as follows:

Applicant	Project Name	Total eligible costs	Amount Recommended
Terri Gledhill	47 Canterbury Street, Lyttelton conservation, repair and maintenance project	$17,400	$5,220
Josie Martin	70 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa conservation, repair and maintenance project	$111,015	$30,231
Totals		$128,415	$35,451

Options Considered Ngā Kōwhiringa Whaiwhakaaro

4.22 The following reasonably practicable options were considered and are assessed in this report:

· Approving the grants at the funding levels recommended by staff.

· Recommending a higher or lower level of funding.

4.23 The following options were considered but ruled out:

· Declining the grant applications. The option was ruled out as declining the applications would not support the conservation of highly significant and significant heritage items; would reduce positive community wellbeing outcomes; would not align with the Heritage Strategy and is not consistent with the Heritage Incentive Grant Fund – Guidelines (2020).

Options Descriptions Ngā Kōwhiringa

4.24 Preferred Option: Grant funding allocated as per staff recommendations.

Option Description: The staff recommendations are for grants of approximately 30% of eligible costs.

· The maximum grant allowed by the scheme is 50% of eligible works.

· The recommendations are based on assessment against the scheme’s ‘Criteria for Assessment of Applications’, and with consideration of the availability of funding, the significance of the heritage item and the level of risk if funding is not approved.

· Details and analysis for the recommended sums are included above in Section 4, ‘Background’, specifically in 4.10 and 4.19.

4.24.1 Option Advantages

· The levels of funding recommended support the conservation, maintenance and upgrade of highly significant and significant heritage places and items and ensures their ongoing retention and use for future generations.

· The levels of funding are sufficient to incentivise considerable investment by owners and kaitiaki in the heritage items.

· The levels of funding support the retention of places and items which in addition to their heritage significance achieve community social, economic and cultural wellbeing outcomes.

· The recommended levels of funding can be accommodated within the available budget.

4.24.2 Option Disadvantages

· By not providing higher levels of funding, projects may need to be reduced in scope or undertaken over a longer time period.

4.25 Recommending a higher level or lower level of funding.

Option Description: Recommending a higher level or lower level of funding.

· The Guidelines allow for 0-50% of the eligible works to be awarded funding.

· Under this option a percentage of up to 50% or as low as 1% could be recommended.

· The total remaining Heritage Incentive Grant fund budget is $35,451

4.25.1 Option Advantages

· Higher levels of funding would increase support of highly significant and significant heritage places and objects.

· Lower levels of funding could provide funding for other applications should they be received. However staff note that there is no carry forward on this grant scheme and no confirmation for ongoing Heritage grant funding after 30 June 2024.

4.25.2 Option Disadvantages

· Higher level of funding: there is limited funding available in the Heritage Incentive Grant scheme and a higher level of funding is not available. Increasing the sum recommended to one application would reduce the funding available to the other project.

· Lower level of funding: staff have carefully considered the applications and the relative benefits and positive outcomes of each project. Staff consider that the projects are unlikely to proceed with a reduced level of funding which risks the ongoing deterioration and potential loss of significant heritage taonga for future generations.

Analsis Criteria Ngā Paearu Wetekina

4.26 Degree to which the purpose of the Heritage Incentive Grant Scheme is achieved.

4.27 Availability of funding.

4.28 Consideration of the Heritage Incentive Grants Policy –Guidelines 2020 ‘Assessment’ criteria.

4.29 Degree to which the projects achieve the pou of the ‘Our Heritage, Our Taonga’ Heritage Strategy 2019-2029: Manaakitanga, Tohungatanga, Kaitiakitanga, Rangatiratanga and Wairuatanga.

4.30 Impact on mana whenua, noting that the six papatipu rūnanga hold the mana whenua rights and interests over the district and are partners in the ‘Our Heritage, Our Taonga’ Heritage Strategy 2019-2029.

4.31 Degree to which the works align with the International Council on Monument and Sites (ICOMOS) New Zealand Charter 2010 (conservation principles).

4.32 Extent to which the projects achieve delivery of the overarching strategic principle of “Taking an intergenerational approach to sustainable development, prioritising the social, economic and cultural wellbeing of people and communities and the quality of the environment, now and into the future.”

4.33 Extent to which the projects achieve delivery of the Community Outcome “Resilient Communities” – ‘celebration of our identity through arts, culture, heritage, sport and recreation’ and ‘strong sense of community’.

4.34 Extent to which outcomes achieved support delivery of Te Haumako Te Whitingia Strengthening Communities Together Strategy Pillars of People, Place, Participation and Preparedness.

5. Financial Implications Ngā Hīraunga Rauemi

Capex/Opex Ngā Utu Whakahaere

	Recommended Option	Option 2 – Higher/ Lower level of funding
Cost to Implement	$35,451	+/- $35,451
Maintenance/Ongoing Costs	none	none
Funding Source	2021/2031 Long Term Plan	2021/2031 Long Term Plan
Funding Availability	$35,451	$35,451
Impact on Rates	None - HIGs are an existing budgeted level of service	None - HIGs are an existing budgeted level of service

5.1 The decisions relate to the allocation of an existing Council grant fund.

6. Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro

Risks and Mitigations Ngā Mōrearea me ngā Whakamātautau

6.1 The grant scheme only allows funds to be paid out upon completion of the works; certification by Council staff that the works have been undertaken in alignment with the ICOMOS NZ Charter 2010; presentation of receipts and confirmation of the conservation covenant (if required) having been registered against the property title or on the Personal Properties Securities Register. This ensures that the grant scheme is effective and that funds are not diverted or lost.

6.2 There is a risk of loss of significant and highly significant heritage places and items if funding is not available to support the conservation projects.

Legal Considerations Ngā Hīraunga ā-Ture

6.3 Statutory and/or delegated authority to undertake proposals in the report:

6.3.1 The delegated authority for Heritage Incentive Grants decisions was with the Sustainability and Community Resilience Committee but as this committee is no longer sitting, this report is being submitted to Council.

6.4 Other Legal Implications:

6.4.1 There are no legal contexts, issues, or implications relevant to these decision.

Strategy and Policy Considerations Te Whai Kaupapa here

6.5 The required decisions:

6.5.1 Align with the Christchurch City Council’s Strategic Framework. The Heritage Incentive Grant Scheme aligns to the Community Outcome “Resilient Communities” – ‘celebration of our identity through arts, culture, heritage, sport and recreation’ and ‘strong sense of community’. They also support “Liveable City” – ‘21st century garden city we are proud to live in’ and “Prosperous Economy” – ‘great place for people, business and investment’.

6.5.2 Are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. The level of significance is determined by the heritage significance of the items, the cultural and community wellbeing outcomes of the projects, the amount of funding requested, and the fact that Council has approved Heritage Incentive Grant funds for allocation in the 2023/2024 financial year. There are no engagement requirements in the Heritage Incentive Grant Fund – Guidelines 2020 for this grant scheme.

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

6.7 Strategic Planning and Policy

6.7.1 Activity: Strategic Planning, Future Development and Regeneration:

· Level of Service: 1.4.2 Effectively administer grants within this Activity (including Heritage Incentive Grants, Enliven Places, Innovation and Sustainability) - 100% compliance with agreed management and administration procedures for grants

Community Impacts and Views Ngā Mariu ā-Hāpori

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

6.8.1 Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula.

6.8.2 Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke and Ōnuku Rūnanga hold mana whenua rights and interests in these areas.

Impact on Mana Whenua Ngā Whai Take Mana Whenua

6.9 The decisions do not involve a significant decision in relation to ancestral land or a body of water or other elements of intrinsic value, but do specifically impact Mana Whenua, their culture and traditions.

6.10 The decisions involve a matter of interest to Mana Whenua and could impact on our agreed partnership priorities with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga.

6.11 The six papatipu rūnanga hold the mana whenua rights and interests over the district and are partners in the Our Heritage, Our Taonga - Heritage Strategy 2019-2029. Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga, Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke, Te Rūnanga o Koukourārata, Wairewa Rūnanga, Ōnuku Rūnanga and Te Taumutu Rūnanga are primary kaitiaki for the taonga tuku iho of the district. They are guardians for elements of mātauranga Māori reaching back through many generations and are a significant partner in the strategy implementation.

Climate Change Impact Considerations Ngā Whai Whakaaro mā te Āhuarangi

6.12 The decisions in this report are likely to:

6.12.1 Contribute positively to adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

6.12.2 Contribute positively to emissions reductions.

6.12.3 Support the retention of heritage buildings and the embodied energy within them. Retention and reuse of heritage buildings can contribute to emissions reduction and mitigate the effects of climate change. Retaining and reusing existing built stock reduces our carbon footprint and extends the economic life of buildings.

7. Next Steps Ngā Mahinga ā-muri

7.1 Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their grant applications.

Attachments Ngā Tāpirihanga

No.	Title	Reference	Page
a ⇩	Attachment A: 47 Canterbury Street, Lyttelton: Heritage Statement of Significance	24/922356	62
b ⇩	Attachment B: 70 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa: Heritage Statement of Significance	24/922357	66

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

Document Name – Location / File Link

Not applicable

Signatories Ngā Kaiwaitohu

Author

Victoria Bliss - Heritage Conservation Projects Planner

Approved By

Brendan Smyth - Team Leader Heritage

Mark Stevenson - Acting Head of Planning & Consents

John Higgins - General Manager Strategy, Planning & Regulatory Services

ITEM NO.	GENERAL SUBJECT OF EACH MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED	SECTION	SUBCLAUSE AND REASON UNDER THE ACT	PLAIN ENGLISH REASON	WHEN REPORTS CAN BE REVIEWED FOR POTENTIAL RELEASE
14.	Public Excluded Council Minutes - 15 May 2024			Refer to the previous public excluded reason in the agendas for these meetings.

5. Central City Parking Restrictions Committee Minutes - 1 March 2024
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/891116
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Simone Gordon, Democratic Services Advisor
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Helen White, General Counsel / Head of Legal & Democratic Services

6. Council Minutes - 15 May 2024
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/927375
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Katie Matheis, Democratic Services Advisor (Katie.Matheis@ccc.govt.nz)
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Helen White, General Counsel / Head of Legal & Democratic Services

10. Staff Submission: Local Government (Water Services Preliminary Arrangements) Bill
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/1003908
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	David Griffiths, Head of Strategic Policy and Resilience
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	John Higgins, General Manager Strategy, Planning & Regulatory Services

11. Three Waters Activities Report - January, February and March 2024
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/813470
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Gavin Hutchison, Acting Head of Three Waters Unit
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Brent Smith, Acting General Manager City Infrastructure

12. Notice of Motion - Infrastructure Delivery Working Group
Reference Te Tohutoro:	24/968109
Responsible Officer(s) Te Pou Matua:	Councillor Keown
Accountable ELT Member Pouwhakarae:	Mary Richardson, Interim Chief Executive