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Waipuna

Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board

Open Minutes

 

 

Date:                                    Thursday 13 March 2025

Time:                                   4.35 pm

Venue:                                 Rārākau: Riccarton Centre,
199 Clarence Street, Christchurch

 

 

Present

Chairperson

Deputy Chairperson

Members

Marie Pollisco

Helen Broughton

Sarah Brunton

Henk Buunk

Gamal Fouda (via audio/visual link)

Tyla Harrison-Hunt

Andrei Moore (via audio/visual link)

Debbie Mora

Mark Peters

 

 

 

 

 

 

Principal Advisor

Bailey Peterson

Manager Community Governance

Tel: 941 6743

Bailey.Peterson@ccc.govt.nz

Meeting Advisor

Faye Collins

Community Board Advisor

Tel: 941 5108

faye.collins@ccc.govt.nz

 

 

Website: www.ccc.govt.nz

To watch meetings, live, or previous recordings, go to:
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To view copies of Agendas and Minutes, go to:
https://www.ccc.govt.nz/the-council/meetings-agendas-and-minutes/

 


Part A           Matters Requiring a Council Decision

Part B           Reports for Information

Part C           Decisions Under Delegation

 

 

Karakia Tīmatanga  

 

The Board Chairperson acknowledged the recent passing of longtime Halswell resident and advocate Ron Fensom and extended the Board’s sympathies to his family.

 

The agenda was dealt with in the following order.

 

1.   Apologies Ngā Whakapāha

Part C

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00008

That the apologies from Helen Broughton for lateness and from Debbie Mora for an early departure, be accepted.

Mark Peters/Sarah Brunton                                                                                                                                  Carried

 

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

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00009

That the minutes of the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board meeting held on Thursday, 13 February 2025 be confirmed.

Henk Buunk/Mark Peters                                                                                                                                       Carried

 

 

4.   Public Forum Te Huinga Whānui

Part B

4.1

Takaro Avenue, Sockburn

Luke Chandler, local resident, addressed the Board regarding Takaro Avenue, Sockburn suggesting that no stopping restrictions be put in place around the bend on Takaro Avenue and at the intersection of Takaro Avenue and Middlepark Road.

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Mr Chandler for his presentation.

Part B

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.         Refers the issues raised in the presentation to staff to investigate and provide advice on the provision of parking restrictions around the bend in Takaro Avenue and at the intersection of Takaro Avenue and Middlepark Road to improve visibility.

Attachments

a       Presentation - Luke Chandler, Takaro Avenue proposed no stopping restrictions  

 

4.2

Halswell Quarry Park Management Plan

Adele Geradts, Secretary Halswell Residents’ Association, addressed the Board regarding the Halswell Quarry Park Management Plan. In particular Ms Geradts asked whether there had been any investigation of placement of old farm machinery etc at Halswell Quarry to act as play equipment as provided for in 9.5 of the Halswell Quarry Park Management Plan. In addition the Association suggested a review of the Plan be undertaken due to changes in the area since it was put in place.

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Ms Geradts for her presentation.

Part B

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board refers the matters raised in the presentation to staff for investigation to provide advice on:

1.              Whether there has been any placement of old farm machinery etc at Halswell Quarry Park to act as play equipment as provided for in 9.5 of the Halswell Quarry Park Management Plan.

2.              Whether any review on the Halswell Quarry Park Management Plan is proposed in the near future.

 

4.3

Harvard Avenue Traffic Plan and Branston Street traffic movements

Derek Phelps, Chairperson, and Kieran Brewster, local resident, spoke on behalf of the Greater Hornby Residents’ Association, regarding Harvard Avenue and Branston Street traffic movements.

The Association requests investigation of a one way exit system from Harvard Avenue onto Corsair Drive to improve traffic flow, together with a change to a 30km per hour speed limit. Further the Association seeks reclassification of Amyes Road from minor arterial to collector road with heavy traffic restrictions to address heavy vehicle traffic on Branston Street and measures to address anti-social road use in the vicinity.

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Mr Phelps and Mr Brewster for their presentation.

Part B

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board refers the matters raised in the presentation to staff for investigation to provide advice on:

1.              Ways to improve the traffic flow out of Harvard Avenue, including the possible implementation of a one way exit system from Harvard Avenue onto Corsair Drive and a 30km per hour speed limit.

2.              The possible reclassification of Amyes Road from minor arterial to collector road with heavy traffic restrictions to alleviate heavy vehicle traffic on Branston Street.

3.              Any measures to address anti-social road use in the vicinity of Branston Street.

 

4.4         Riccarton issues and Board meetings

Garth Wilson, local resident, addressed the Board regarding various matters related to Riccarton noting that responses to matters raised at an earlier meeting are still outstanding. Mr Wilson is concerned about the use of scooters in and around Riccarton in particular them being a hazard on the footpath.

Mr Wilson asked for transparency around attendance and voting at Board meetings.

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Mr Wilson for his presentation.

 

Helen Broughton joined the meeting at 5.07pm during item 4.4.

5.   Deputations by Appointment Ngā Huinga Whakaritenga

Part B

5.1

Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development

Ian Ebbs, South West Sport and Recreation Hub Incorporated (SWISH), addressed the Board in relation to the Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development Report (Item 7 of these minutes refers).

Mr Ebbs spoke in support of the proposal and noted that he considers it likely that further artificial turf sports fields will be required in the South West area in future.

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Mr Ebbs for his presentation.

 

5.2

Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development

Angela Pryor, General Manager Christchurch Netball Centre, and Jacinda Valentine, Mainland Netball, addressed the Board in relation to the Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development Report (Item 7 of these minutes refers).

They requested that there be development of a masterplan for the Ngā Puna Wai facility to maximise its use.

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Ms Pryor and Ms Valentine for their presentation.

 

5.5         Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development

Marc Duff, local resident, addressed the Board in relation to the Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development Report (Item 7 of these minutes refers) and suggested that an alternate location be considered for the installation of the first artificial turf fields in Christchurch.

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Mr Duff for his presentation.

 

5.6         Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development

Tony Smail, CEO Canterbury Rugby Football Union, addressed the Board in support of the recommendations in the Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development Report (Item 7 of these minutes refers).

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Mr Smail for his presentation.

 

 

 

5.7         Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development

Martin Field-Dodgson, CEO Mainland Football, spoke to the Board in support of the recommendations in the Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development Report (Item 7 of these minutes refers).

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Mr Dodgson for his presentation.

 

5.8         Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development

Craig Bowen, President Halswell United Football Club, addressed the Board in relation to the Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development Report (Item 7 of these minutes refers).

Mr Bowen indicated support for the proposal but advised that he considers that additional artificial turf sports fields will also be required in the South West area in future.

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Mr Bowen for his presentation.

 

5.3

Bus stop upgrades on Murphys, Main South, and Halswell Junction Roads

Nicole Drewett, and Richard Scott, local residents, addressed the Board in relation to the Bus stop upgrades on Murphys, Main South, and Halswell Junction Roads Report (Item 8 of these minutes refers) in particular they expressed concern about the proposed location of a new bus stop adjacent to 33 Murphys Road.

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Ms Drewett and Mr Scott for their presentation.

 

Attachments

a       Presentation - Nicole Drewett, Proposed bus stops  

 

5.4

Bus stop upgrades on Murphys, Main South, and Halswell Junction Roads

Karen Coleman addressed the Board in relation to the Bus stop upgrades on Murphys, Main South, and Halswell Junction Roads Report (Item 8 of these minutes refers) in particular she asked that the seat proposed to be installed adjacent to 66 Halswell Junction Road be relocated closer to 62 Halswell Junction Road and the place where passengers board buses.

After questions from members the Chairperson thanked Ms Coleman for her presentation.

 

Attachments

a       Presentation - Karen Coleman, Bus seat location  

 

Debbie Mora left the meeting at 6.20pm during item 5.4.

 

The meeting adjourned at 6.21pm and reconvened at 6.24pm.

6.   Presentation of Petitions Ngā Pākikitanga

Part B

There was no presentation of petitions.

 

 

 

 

8.   Bus stop upgrades on Murphys, Main South, and Halswell Junction Roads

 

Community Board Consideration

Staff in attendance spoke to the accompanying report.

The Board took into consideration the deputations from Nicole Drewett and Richard Scott (5.3 of these minutes refers) and Karen Coleman (5.4 of these minutes refers).

The Board discussed opportunities for the proposed bus stop adjacent to 33 Murphys to be relocated and it was agreed that staff would meet with effected residents and Board members on site to explore options.

The Board noted staff advice that the proposed seat to be installed adjacent to 66 Halswell Junction Road could be moved closer to the boundary of 62 Halswell Junction Road.

 

Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.         Receives the information in the Bus stop upgrades on Murphys, Main South, and Halswell Junction Roads Report.

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

New bus stops at Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield intersection (Attachment A)

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

Outbound – outside 33 Murphys Road

a.         Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the south side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 70 metres north of its intersection with Skibbereen Drive and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 8 metres.

b.         Approves that a bus stop be installed on the southern side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 62 metres north of its intersection with Skibbereen Drive and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres. 

Inbound – outside 32 Murphys Road

a.         Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the north side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 35 metres north of its intersection with Caulfield Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 2 metres.

b.         Approves that a bus stop be installed on the northern side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 33 metres north of its intersection with Caulfield Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 14 metres. 

c.         Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the north side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 19 metres north of its intersection with Caulfield Avenue and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

4.         Approves that directional and warning tactile pavers, a seat, hardstand areas, and bus stop signs are installed at these bus stops, as shown on Attachment A.

5.         Approves the removal of one street tree (Tree ID 143928) outside 2 Caulfield Avenue on Murphys Road, as shown on Attachment A.

6.         Approves the replacement planting of trees on Caulfield Avenue outside Murphys Drainage Reserve, as shown on Attachment A.

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

a.         Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the south side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 16 metres north of its intersection with Skibbereen Drive and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

Bus stop 53589 - 18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road (Attachment B)

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

a.         Approves that a bus passenger shelter be installed on the north side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 49 metres south of its intersection with Halswell Junction Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of approximately 3.6 metres.

9.         Approves that directional and warning tactile pavers and hardstand area are installed at the bus stop, as shown on Attachment B.

Bus stop 17847 - 175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road (Attachment C)

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

a.         Approves that a bus stop on the southern side of Racecourse Road commencing at a point 118 metres west of its intersection with Main South-Epsom-Blenheim Roundabout and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 13 metres be revoked.

b.         Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the south side of Racecourse Road commencing at a point 87 metres west of its intersection with Main South-Epsom-Blenheim Roundabout and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 4 metres.

c.          Approves that a bus stop be installed on the southern side of Racecourse Road commencing at a point 91 metres west of its intersection with Main South-Epsom-Blenheim Roundabout and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

11.       Approves that directional and warning tactile pavers, a seat, green surfacing, and bus stop sign are installed at the bus stop, as shown on Attachment C.

Bus stop 38068 – 66 Halswell Junction Road (Attachment D)

12.       Approves that a seat and a hardstand area be installed at the bus stop, as shown on Attachment D.

13.       Revokes any previous resolutions pertaining to parking or stopping restrictions and traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the parking or stopping restrictions and traffic controls described in resolutions 3-12 above.

 

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00010

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.         Receives the information in the Bus stop upgrades on Murphys, Main South, and Halswell Junction Roads Report.

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

Bus stop 53589 - 18 McDermott Place on Murphys Road (Attachment B)

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

a.         Approves that a bus passenger shelter be installed on the north side of Murphys Road commencing at a point 49 metres south of its intersection with Halswell Junction Road and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of approximately 3.6 metres.

9.         Approves that directional and warning tactile pavers and hardstand area are installed at the bus stop, as shown on Attachment B to the report on the meeting agenda.

Bus stop 17847 - 175 Main South Road on Racecourse Road (Attachment C)

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

a.         Approves that a bus stop on the southern side of Racecourse Road commencing at a point 118 metres west of its intersection with Main South-Epsom-Blenheim Roundabout and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 13 metres be revoked.

b.         Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the south side of Racecourse Road commencing at a point 87 metres west of its intersection with Main South-Epsom-Blenheim Roundabout and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 4 metres.

c.          Approves that a bus stop be installed on the southern side of Racecourse Road commencing at a point 91 metres west of its intersection with Main South-Epsom-Blenheim Roundabout and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 14 metres.

11.       Approves that directional and warning tactile pavers, a seat, green surfacing, and bus stop sign are installed at the bus stop, as shown on Attachment C to the report on the meeting agenda.

Bus stop 38068 – 66 Halswell Junction Road (Attachment D)

12.       Approves that a seat and a hardstand area be installed at the bus stop, as shown on Attachment D to the report on the meeting agenda to be located as close as practicable to the boundary between 66 and 62 Halswell Junction Road.

13.       Revokes any previous resolutions pertaining to parking or stopping restrictions and traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the parking or stopping restrictions and traffic controls described above.

New bus stops at Murphys-Skibbereen-Caulfield intersection

14.       Notes that staff will meet with Board members and affected residents to discuss options for location of an additional bus stop on Murphys Road.

Andrei Moore/Tyla Harrison-Hunt                                                                                                                      Carried

 

 

 

 

10. Orion Easement over Upper Riccarton War Memorial Park - 372 Riccarton Road

 

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00011 Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.         Receives the information in the Orion Easement over Upper Riccarton War Memorial Park - 372 Riccarton Road Report.

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

3.         Approves the relocation of the Link Box and connecting cables to the new position illustrated in Figure 3 at 4.6 and as shown on Attachment A (Easement Plan) and Attachment B (Landscape Plan) to the report on the meeting agenda.

4.         Approves the grant of an easement in favour of Orion New Zealand Limited to convey electricity and install a Link Box at 372 Riccarton Road described as Reserve 4620 and held in Record of Title CB327/121.

5.         Notes that (4) will be subject to the consent of the Minister of Conservation pursuant to Section 48(1) of the Reserves Act 1977. In this regard endorses the Chief Executive, acting under delegation from the Council, to exercise the Minister of Conservation’s consent to the easement, as delegated to the Council from the Minister under the Instrument of Delegation for Territorial Authorities dated 12 June 2013.

6.         Delegates authority to the Manager Property Consultancy to do all things necessary and make any decisions at his sole discretion that are consistent with the intent of this report to implement the resolutions above including but not limited to concluding and signing all documentation in relation to (4) above.

Tyla Harrison-Hunt/Mark Peters                                                                                                                         Carried

 

 

 

7.   Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development

 

Community Board Consideration

Staff in attendance spoke to the accompanying report.

Members took into consideration all the deputations received on this item (items 5.1, 5.2, 5.5, 5.6, 5.7 and 5.8 above refers).

The Board discussed the need for provision of a range of improved playing surfaces in the south west area to cater for demand arising from growth in the area.

 

Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.         receives the information in the Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development Report;

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

3.         approves Option 1 (see 4.6 in the report on the meeting agenda) for locating two full size, floodlit artificial turf sports fields and associated car parking and changing facilities at Ngā Puna Wai on the land at 141 and 189 Wigram Road.

 

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00012

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.              receives the information in the Wigram Road artificial turf sports field consultation and development Report;

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

3.              approves Option 1 (see 4.6 in the report on the meeting agenda) for locating two full size, floodlit artificial turf sports fields and associated car parking and changing facilities at Ngā Puna Wai on the land at 141 and 189 Wigram Road.

4.              Requests staff advice on any proposals for improving playing surfaces at Halswell Domain to ensure availability for year-round usage.

5.              Requests staff advice on the number of intended artificial turfs in the south-west area as part of the Sport Field Network Plan, noting the extensive growth and demand in the south-west area and usage from surrounding Selwyn residents.

6.              Requests staff advice on the updating of the master plan for the wider Ngā Puna Wai facility and surrounding roads, noting the significant changes to the facility since opening.

7.              Request staff investigate optimising the use of the artificial turfs by including but not limited to provision of a warm up area.

Andrei Moore/Sarah Brunton                                                                                                                               Carried

 

 

9.   Bus layover for bus route 7 - Opouira Knights Stream Park

 

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00013 Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.         Receives the information in the Bus layover for bus route 7 - Opouira Knights Stream Park Report.

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

Bus Layover for route 7 on Richmond Avenue (Attachment A, TG149102, Issue 1, 19.02.2025)

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

a.         Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on north side of Richmond Avenue commencing at a point 241 metres west of its intersection with Denali Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 8 metres. 

b.         Approves that a bus stop be installed on north side of Richmond Avenue commencing at a point 233 metres west of its intersection with Denali Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 14 metres. 

c.         Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on north side of Richmond Avenue commencing at a point 219 metres west of its intersection with Denali Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 11 metres. 

4.         Approves the installation of a bus parking sign (R6-53), as shown in attachment A to the report on the meeting agenda, TG149102, Issue 1, 19.02.2025.

5.         Approves that any previous resolutions pertaining to parking and stopping restrictions made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the parking and stopping restrictions described in clauses 3 – 4 above are revoked.

6.         Approves that these resolutions, described in clauses 3 – 4 above, 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).

Andrei Moore/Sarah Brunton                                                                                                                               Carried

 

 

11. Quarry View Park - New Play Space and Tree Planting

 

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00014  Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.         Receives the information in the Quarry View Park - New Play Space and Tree Planting Report.

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

3.         Approves the landscape plan for the play space and tree planting at Quarry View Park (Lot 36 DP 452601, Record of Title: 578845) in accordance with the concept plan attached to the report on the meeting agenda (Attachment A).

Andrei Moore/Mark Peters                                                                                                                                     Carried

 

 

12. Progress on Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Plan Priorities 2023-25

 

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00015 Officer recommendation accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.         Receives the information in the Progress on Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Plan Priorities 2023-25 Report.

Andrei Moore/Sarah Brunton                                                                                                                               Carried

 

 

13. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton - Better-Off Fund Application for Consideration - Community Development Network Trust

 

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00016 Officer recommendations accepted without change

Part C

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.         Receives the information in the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton - Better-Off Fund Application for Consideration - Community Development Network Trust 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 grant of $119,500 from its Better-Off Fund to Community Development Network Trust towards the Mobile Youth Centre.

Tyla Harrison-Hunt/Sarah Brunton                                                                                                                   Carried

 

14. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Area Report - March 2025

 

Community Board Resolved HHRB/2025/00017  Officer recommendation accepted without change

Part B

That the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board:

1.         Receives the information in the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board Area Report - March 2025.

Mark Peters/Henk Buunk                                                                                                                                       Carried

 

 

Gamal Fouda left the meeting at 7.50pm following consideration of item 14.

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

Part B

The following information was exchanged:

·         It was advised that new initiatives are being considered around the recording of votes at Council meetings.

·         It was advised that the need for no drop off zones and parking areas for scooters is being investigated to improve accessibility.

·         There was an acknowledgement of the good work of the Oak Development Trust.

·         It was noted that there is concern about some seeding plants having possible adverse effects on neighbouring properties.

·         The cut-off date for Summer with your neighbours is at the end of March.

·         The Board Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson spoke on the Boards submissions at hearings on the Dog Control Bylaw Review, the Trade Wastes and the Parks and Reserves Bylaw Review.

·         It was noted that some residents have suggested that the Board consider implementation of a sustainable gardens award scheme.

·         A local resident has expressed concern about birds on a neighbouring property.

·         It was noted that “Hello Hornby” event will be held on Saturday 15 March 2025.

 

Tyla Harrison-Hunt left the meeting at 8.17pm during item 15.

 

 

 

Karakia Whakamutunga 

 

Meeting concluded at 8.19pm.

 

CONFIRMED THIS 10TH DAY OF APRIL 2025

 

Marie Pollisco

Chairperson