Chairperson

Deputy Chairperson

Members

Karolin Potter

Lee Sampson (Via Audio-Visual Link)

Melanie Coker (Via Audio-Visual Link)

Keir Leslie

Tim Scandrett

Callum Ward

There were no apologies.

Community Board Resolved SCCB/2022/00043

That the minutes of the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere Community Board meeting held on Tuesday, 12 July 2022 be confirmed.

Tim Scandrett/Keir Leslie                                                                                                                                      Carried

4.1

Miriama Buchanan – Milton / Dobson Streets Alleyway

This scheduled presentation did not take place.

4.2

Lynley Gacsal – Silver Birch Tree

This scheduled presentation did not take place.

4.3

Addington Farm

William Le Heux with Hillmorton High School students Atlantis and Arleana Woo spoke on behalf of Addington Farm providing an update on the organisation's work. Addington Farm transforms unproductive backyards, creating opportunities for people to find belonging and connection, growing a community of gardens and gardeners.

Mr Le Heux presented a document outlining the story of Addington Farm. (Attached)

The Board thanked Mr Le Heux, Atlantis and Arleana for their presentation.

Attachments

a       Addington Farm Public Forum Information ⇨  

7.   Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere 2022-23 Strengthening Communities Fund Report

Community Board Resolved SCCB/2022/00044 (Original officer recommendation accepted without change.)

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere Community Board:

1.         Approves the 2022-23 Strengthening Communities Fund grants outlined in the following schedule:

2.         Declines the 2022/23 Strengthening Communities Fund applications outlined in the following schedule:

3.         Establish the 2022-23 Spreydon-Cashmere Discretionary Response fund and approve the transfer of unallocated funds from the 2022-23 Strengthening Communities Fund to the 2022-23 Spreydon-Cashmere Discretionary Response Fund.

Tim Scandrett/Callum Ward                                                                                                                                 Carried

Board members exchanged information on the following:

·         A Board member noted that some of the eel sculptures in Farnley Reserve have gone missing.

·         A Board member noted that a walking/cycling track that is below Dyers Pass Road which is on Canterbury Adventure Park land needs better signage to make pedestrians aware that it is a cycle track.

·         A Board member noted that toby boxes have been fenced off on Dyers Pass Road where pipes have been re-laid and that local residents should be made aware of this by the contractor.

·         A Board member noted that the Malthouse Theatre was affected by the burst water main on Colombo Street earlier this year and has a shortfall in insurance coverage.

·         Board members discussed the flooding events in July which have affected parts of the Community Board area.

·         A Board member queried whether there are any learnings from recent flooding events which can help for future events.  Another Board member queried whether there was the possibility for a text alert system which potentially affected residents could sign up to receive.   

·         A Board member has been contacted from a resident who is concerned that there is an emphasis on cycleways over pedestrian footpaths, with the path along Hoon Hay Park cited as a particular area example. The resident felt that footpaths were not receiving similar levels of maintenance.

·         A Board member noted that the Hoon Hay Foodbank is now a registered charity.

·         A Board member noted that there is a future community planting event of fruit trees in Gainsborough Reserve.  The Board expressed its thanks to the new Parks Ranger who has facilitated this.

·         Board members attended the Hoon Hay Community Association meeting.  A traffic management planning expert attended and briefed the network on traffic management.  During the meeting, residents relayed concerns regarding traffic safety. Two specific issues mentioned were parking on Mathers Road beside Hoon Hay Reserve on Saturday mornings while sport is being played and the Mathers Road / Hoon Hay Road intersection.  It is noted that the Hoon Hay Community Association will be coming to the Board in the near future.

·         A member noted Government has announced a $350 million transport choice package for improving safety across the country.

·         A member queried the progress on the Board receiving information on vaping legislation and density.  A Board member queried the number of alcohol licences in Addington compared to vaping licences.

·         Board members reported on their attendance at the stakeholder meeting for the South Library which discussed future design options.  A Board member queried community representation on this panel. Board members noted that previous community angst has been mitigated due to increased communication about the project.

·         A Board member has been contacted by a resident who would like an update on the low level stopbank proposals for Ōpāwaho-Heathcote River.

·         A Board member expressed concern that Coronation Hall remains unrepaired and the Suburbs Rugby Football Club which is the approved lessee is awaiting the ability to use the building.

·         A Board member noted that the Beckenham Neighbourhood Association has asked for information on the future of the True Right Ōpāwaho-Heathcote Riverbank Reserve.  Board members noted that they have previously requested an update on this.  A Board member queried how the name of the reserve had eventuated and noted that the Board were awaiting information on Council's naming policy.

·         A Board member has spoken to a resident who is interested in the development of Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust properties in Carey Street.