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STRATEGIC PLANNING AND POLICY COMMITTEE
19 September 2013
Attachments
Page
Attachment 1
Strategic Planning and Policy Committee Ordinary Minutes – 15 August 2013 ............................ 1
Attachment 2
Community Committee Minutes...................................................................................................................... 12
Attachment 3
Economic Development Review Draft Terms of Reference ................................................................. 33
Attachment 4
Annual Dog Control Report to 30 June 2013.............................................................................................. 41
Strategic Planning and Policy
Committee Ordinary Minutes –
15 August 2013
Attachment 1
Committee – 19 September 2013
Strategic Planning and Policy Committee Meeting
Minutes
Thursday 15 August 2013 at 9.44 am
In the Manawatu District Council Chamber, 135 Manchester Street, Feilding
Lorraine Vincent
Chief Executive
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Attachment 1
Chairperson
Councillor John Baxter
Deputy Chairperson
Councillor Howard Voss
Membership
Her Worship the Mayor, Margaret Kouvelis
Councillor Matt Bell
Councillor Barbara Cameron
Councillor Wayne Ellery
Councillor Margaret Giles
Councillor Tony Jensen
Councillor John Salmon
Councillor Alison Short
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Attachment 1
Table of Contents
Item
Subject
Page No
1
Present .................................................................................................................... 4
2
Apologies ................................................................................................................. 4
3
Leave of Absence ..................................................................................................... 4
4
Confirmation of Minutes .......................................................................................... 4
5
Declaration of Pecuniary Interest ............................................................................. 5
6
Notification of Late Items ......................................................................................... 5
7
Presentations........................................................................................................... 5
7.1
Sport Manawatu ................................................................................................................. 5
8
Consideration of Matters from Other Committees .................................................... 5
9
Minutes Other Committees ...................................................................................... 6
9.1
Community Funding Subcommittee - 6 August 2013 ......................................................... 6
10
Community Committee Minutes .............................................................................. 7
11
Officer Reports......................................................................................................... 8
11.1 Infrastructure Group ........................................................................................................... 8
11.1.1 Contract C4/1204 – Contract Scope Adjustment and Variation ........................................... 8
11.1.2 Manawatu District Council Speed Zone Review .................................................................... 9
11.2 Community Services Group .............................................................................................. 10
11.2.1 Sport Manawatu 12-month Report from 1 July 2012 to 30 June 2013 ............................... 10
12
Consideration of Late Items.................................................................................... 11
13
Public Excluded ...................................................................................................... 11
14
Meeting Closure ..................................................................................................... 11
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Present
Members
Cr J Baxter
Cr M Bell
Cr B Cameron
Cr W Ellery
Cr M Giles
Cr T Jensen
Mayor M Kouvelis
Cr J Salmon
Cr A Short
Cr H Voss
Officers
Lorraine Vincent
Hamish Waugh
Shayne Harris
Brent Limmer
Elizabeth Signal
Wayne Keightley
Phil O'Connor
Johan Van Vuuren
Colleen Morris
Tracey Hunt
Wendy Thompson
Vicki Wills
Josh Willoughby
Janine Hawthorn
Chief Executive
Infrastructure Group Manager
Support Services and Environment Group Manager
Community Services Group Manager
Executive Officer
Roading Manager
Asset Manager – Utilities
Project Engineer
Chief Financial Officer
Strategy Manager
Principal Planner
Community Development Adviser
Communications Advisor
Governance and Administration Manager
2
Apologies
3
Leave of Absence
4
Confirmation of Minutes
Minutes, as circulated, of the Ordinary Meeting of the Strategic Planning and Policy
Committee, held on 18 July 2013.
Minutes July 18 2013
Resolution
That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Strategic Planning and Policy
Committee, held on 18 July 2013 as circulated, be taken as read and adopted as a
correct record.
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Moved by:
Cr J Salmon
Seconded by:
Cr M Giles
CARRIED
5
Declaration of Pecuniary Interest
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest.
6
Notification of Late Items
7
Presentations
7.1
Sport Manawatu
Representatives from Sport Manawatu were in attendance to present their 12-month
report (Item 11.2.1).
8
Consideration of Matters from Other Committees
There are no matters for consideration from other Committees.
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9
Minutes Other Committees
9.1
Community Funding Subcommittee - 6 August 2013
File Ref:
2/0109
Responsible Officer:
Brent Limmer
Author:
Janine Hawthorn
Governance and Administration Manager
Purpose
To present for consideration and adoption the recommendations of the Community Funding
Subcommittee meeting held on 6 August 2013.
Officer Recommendation/Standing Committee Resolution
That the following recommendations of the Community Funding Subcommittee meeting
held on 6 August 2013 be adopted:
1.
That a grant of up to $500.00 be approved to St Michael and All Angels Anglican
Church towards the cost of cemetery maintenance; to be funded from the Private
Cemetery/Urupa fund.
2.
That a grant of up to $2,063.00 be made to Feilding Bluelight to assist with costs of
taking a group of 40 year 7-8 students from Feilding Intermediate, St Joseph’s and
North Street schools to the National Bluelight Rainbows End Weekend in Auckland
on 24 to 25 August 2013; to be funded from the Event Fund.
3.
That a grant of up to $5,000.00 be made to the Feilding High School Parent
Teachers Association (FAHS PTA) to assist with costs associated with staging the
Feilding High School EVENTO Wearable Art Awards to be held at the Manfeild
Events Centre on 10 August 2013; to be funded from the Event Fund.
Moved by:
Cr A Short
Seconded by:
Cr H Voss
CARRIED
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Community Committee Minutes
File Ref:
2/0323
Attachments:
Brent Limmer
Author:
Sarah Anderton
Desktop Publisher and Administration Officer
Purpose
The minutes of the community committees held since the last meeting of the Strategic Planning
and Policy Committee are presented.
That the minutes of the following community committees be received and noted:

Halcombe Community Development Group – 8 July 2013

Himatangi Beach Community Committee – 2 July 2013

Kimbolton Community Committee – 10 June 2013

Pohangina Valley Community Committee – 2 July 2013

Rongotea Community Committee – 1 July 2013

Sanson Community Committee – 17 July 2013

Tangimoana Community Committee – 4 July 2013
Moved by:
Cr J Salmon
Seconded by:
Cr T Jensen
CARRIED
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Attachment 1
Officer Reports
11.1 Infrastructure Group
11.1.1 Contract C4/1204 – Contract Scope Adjustment and Variation
File Ref:
C4 / 1204
Hamish Waugh
Author:
Hamish Waugh
Proposed Meeting Date:
15 August 2013
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In late 2011, Contract C4/1204 was awarded to Downer New Zealand Ltd for a total value
$2,024,741.56 plus GST. Since the award of that contract, there have been a number of factors
which have increased the scope of works, timeframe and cost of the initial contract which have
increased the total value of the contract to $3,361,000 plus GST.
Purpose
To review and discuss the contract variations and change in scope to contract C4/1204 and
provide a basis and justification for the increase in scope or works and value of the contract.
That Council agrees to increase the scope and size of contract C4/1204 to $3,361,000 plus
GST and include a contingency sum of $100,000 plus GST.
Moved by:
Cr T Jensen
Seconded by:
Cr M Bell
CARRIED
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11.1.2 Manawatu District Council Speed Zone Review
File Ref:
4/2106
Hamish Waugh
Author:
Wayne Keightley
Roading Manager
15 August 2013
Purpose
This report outlines a consultation strategy that will give the community an opportunity to
submit on the proposed amendments to the Speed Zone Review undertaken throughout the
Manawatu District.
Officer/Standing Committee Recommendation
That:
1.
The report on the Manawatu District Council speed zone review be received and
consultation commenced.
2.
Outcomes of consultation be reported back to the Strategic Planning and Policy
Committee in November 2013 with the aim of adopting the amendments to the
district speed zones.
Moved by:
Cr B Cameron
Seconded by:
Cr J Salmon
CARRIED
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11.2 Community Services Group
11.2.1 Sport Manawatu 12-month Report from 1 July 2012 to 30 June 2013
File Ref:
9/0013
Attachments:
Sport Manawatu 12mnth report July 2012 to June 2013
Brent Limmer
Author:
Vicki Wills
Community Development Adviser
15 August 2013
Purpose
The purpose of this report is to present to Council Sport Manawatu’s final 12-month
accountability report against the agreed targets set as per their 1 July 2010 to 30 June 2013
Service Agreement encompassing 1 July 2012 to 30 June 2013.
That Council receives Sport Manawatu’s 12-month report for the period ending
30 June 2013.
Moved by:
Cr H Voss
Seconded by:
Cr M Giles
CARRIED
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Consideration of Late Items
13
Public Excluded
14
Meeting Closure
The Chairperson declared the meeting closed at 11.13 am as there was no further
business.
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Apiti Community Committee Minutes
1 August 2013, 7.30 pm.
PRESENT: Mr Hilton Digby (Chairman), Lex MCKenzie, Hugh McIntrye, Russell Knight, Pat
Prince, MDC Liaison Councillor Tony Jensen, MDC Vicki Wills, and visitors. Mike Hoggard and
Steve Morton.
APOLOGIES: Received from Duncan Neilson, Ross Bielski.
Mov H McIntyre / Sec R Knight.
MINUTES: Of last meeting were read.
Mov R Knight / Sec L McKenzie.
BUSINESS ARISING:
Verandah – Is ready to be erected. Money has been found some given from Cemetery Board.
Apiti Athletic Club has been wound up and some money given from this. Rest of the Athletic
Club money to go to Mangaweka Athletic Club for a special event in memory of Noel Dickinson
axeman that always competed in Apiti and district.
Domain Trees - Liquid amber trees are ready to be planted.
Police Officer Mark Dickins of Kimbolton had been contacted.
Bad Road Condition at Cheltenham - At Rapid No 1411 has been patched.
complaints for that road to go to NZTA.
Any other
FINANCIAL:
Statement - For this year to be audited. John Goodall to be asked.
Mov L McKenzie / Sec R Knight.
CORRESPONDENCE:
FMG – Insurance of hall contents account.
MDC – Proposed. Plan changes.
Mov H McIntyre / Sec R Knight.
GENERAL BUSINESS:
Fundraising ?? – To pay insurance and other maintenance costs. Ideas of Scrap Metal Drive.
More ideas next meeting please.
Day Breaker Rally – This rally was in our area a few weeks ago. There are a lot of complaints
about the state of the roads here. Deep ruts on Makoura Road and damage on Ridge Road. Ridge
Road was driven over three times and Makoura Road twice on the day which was too much for
these back country roads.
Local Government Conference - Cr Tony Jensen reported on the Local Government Conference
attended by himself, Mayor Kouvelis and Cr Short.
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Elections – Mr Albert James is retiring from council but is standing for councillor at next
elections. Nominations close 16 August 2013. Elections 12 October 2013. At least five new
councillors are needed.
Visions and Plans – MDC’s Community Development Adviser then spoke on the Long Term
Plan. Village visions and plans. Halcombe and Sanson have started theirs. Kimbolton are
showing these on 11 August. Meeting for Apiti Village Plan for public Thursday 22 August at
Hall, 7.30 pm.
Thanks - Mr Digby wishes to thank the Council for all the work done on the Main South Road to
Rangiwahia. There is so much positive feedback from all users - postman, truckies, cyclists and
general public.
Next meeting: 5 December 2013. Triennial meeting.
Pat Prince, Secretary
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Halcombe Community Group Minutes
5 August 2013
PRESENT: Cr Tony Jensen, Richard Bain, Sarah Rolston, Wayne Short, Rachel Lane, Sue
Simpson, George Kereama, Annie O’Fee, Peter Olsen.
APOLOGIES: Vicki Wills, Vicki Powell.
MINUTES OF LAST MEETING 8JUL13: The minutes are accepted as a true and correct record of
the meeting.
FINANCIAL REPORT:
Opening Balance as at 25/6/13 as per bank statement #49
Less chq 100023 welcome sign repair
Plus donation from Abbiss Farewell
Balance
$ 1251.16
$ 48.41
($10.00)
$1212.75
*Approve reimburse W Short for Abbiss gift $120.00 – should this come out of Community
funding?
MDC Community Committee Fund:
Total Funds Available 1/7/2013 - new allocation
Funds Spent to Date:
Funds Tagged to Projects:
Abbiss Farewell
100
ANZAC 2014
150
Waitangi Day
1500
Funds Available for Allocation
CORRESPONDENCE INWARDS: None
CORRESPONDENCE OUTWARDS: None
LIAISON COUNCILLOR TONY JENSEN’S REPORT:
* Nominations have closed for council positions;
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$ 2700.00
0
$ 1750.00
$ 950.00
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* Mayor’s task force Job’s expo has had great feedback with lots of businesses taking part. A great
initiative for students in the Manawatu;
* Triennial elections are due this year for the community committees.
Leader – Rachel Lane
Community Planning Strategy- Sue met with MDC’s Community Development Adviser and
Parks and Reserves Manager about some of the outcomes outlined in the Community Plan as a
result the following actions have been agreed:
 Plant ornamental pears along the roadside from approx. the rest area to the 100km zone
(end of Sherwill St);
 Plant golden willows at the north end of the rugby field – just inside the white fence;
 Plant liquid ambers from the railway line to the school;
 Plant the bank facing the rugby field with ornamental flaxes and pittosporums and other
natives.
Dept. of Corrections will assist with working bees for planting. Vicky Powell will be involved in
planting natives at the school with the school Green Team.
There was discussion about clearing of the railway land before decisions could be made about its
use.
Halcombe Community Newsletter – All news items and updates to be sent to Wayne Short.
The next newsletter is due out soon.
HC Civil Defence Strategy – Sue met with Ross Brannigan about a Community Response Plan. A
draft plan is available to help develop a personalised Halcombe Plan. This draft was distributed
at the meeting. Anyone else who would like to look at the draft and contribute to this discussion
can contact Sue Simpson or Sarah Rolston for a copy. It offers a guide to residents who live in
our community. The first step of course is for people to be prepared BEFORE an event.
Halcombe Phone Book - Nearly ready to send out.
Leader- Sue Simpson
MDC Spraying Plan – In progress.
Action Richard.
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Leader- Wayne Short
Replacement Welcome Sign – Changeable vinyl letters need to be larger – double the current
size. Richard to get costings.
Action Richard.
Remembrance Photo Project- 26 of the 38 Soldiers have now been identified, but there is a lot
more work to be done. If anyone would like to get involved in this project leading up to next
year’s Memorial ANZAC your help would be much appreciated! Please contact Sarah Rolston at
[email protected] or Denise Campbell 328-8035 [email protected] if you would like
to help.
Cleaning and Refurbishing War Memorials – Peter Olsen came to speak to group about
placing a flag pole at the Cenotaph before the 2015 ANZAC Anniversary Service. Peter will
organise a flag pole and pole sleeve if we will supply the flag. Sue suggested we use the
Halcombe School flag. Peter will also supply paint for repainting both Memorials. In return, he
would like a snippet to go into a Coffee table book being done to commemorate the Soldiers.
Sarah to organise the snippet.
Action Sarah
Leader- Jill Darragh
Would the Council please update the Halcombe Community Group with how the community
planting work proposed by the Community Group fits into the Spatial Plan? Who is our council
liaison for the Spatial Plan? We are aware that we want to keep moving forward with the
feedback and ideas gathered from the community via the Community Plan, but we don’t want to
ignore the outcomes and advice given by the consultants. All the stakeholders - the MDC, the
Halcombe Community, the HC Group and Boffa Miskell – have invested so much into this project
we don’t want to waste it!
Action Community Development Advisor
Annual Plan Submission – Still awaiting a response from Council about our Annual Plan
submission. Could we please get a response to this?
Action Chief Executive
Paper Roads – There are 13.7 km of paper roads in the Halcombe Township. What does the
Community want to see happen with these?
Meeting Closed: 8.20 pm.
Next Meeting: Monday 9 September 2013, 7.00 pm Halcombe School.
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Himatangi Beach Community Committee Minutes
6 August 2013
PRESENT: Phil Jurgens (Chairperson), Margaret Penney (Secretary), Dylan Barnett, Rachel
Jurgens, Dennis Penney, Dave Reader, Mary Reader, Tony Rutherford.
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE: Councillors John Salmon and Howard Voss, George Annear, Chris
Barclay, Catherine Brown, Jo Heslop, Kara Lummis, Leonie Osmond, Andrew Quarrie, Brian
Rosvall, Chris Rosvall.
APOLOGIES: Chris Gordon, Nicky Gordon.
The Chairperson advised that Margaret Penney was stepping down as temporary secretary and
the role would be filled by Catherine Brown. He thanked Margaret for being available to step in
to the position when the secretary, Kara Lummis, had become ill. His comments on the
magnificent job Margaret had carried out were echoed by the members present.
The Chairperson, Phil Jurgens, moved that Catherine Brown be co-opted
onto the committee. Seconded Dave Reader. Carried.
MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING: That the minutes of the July 2013 meeting be
accepted as a true and correct record with the following amendment:
General Business, Item 1 the name ‘Chris Rosvall” be replaced with “A member of the public.....”.
CORRESPONDENCE:
Outwards:
Letter dated 4 July 2013 to Councillor Howard Voss, Chairperson of the Himatangi Beach
Sewerage Scheme Focus Group, requesting the resignation of Murray Hastie from the group.
Letter dated 4 July 2013 to the CEO, Manawatu District Council, requesting a reduction of the
speed limit on Beach Road from the eastern side of Ground Zero to 70 km.
Letter dated 4 July 2013 to the CEO, Manawatu District Council, requesting that immediate
progress be made to alleviate the flooding problem on Beach Road.
Inwards:
Letter from the Roading Manager, Manawatu District Council, dated 18 July 2013 advising the
following:
Re Deer Problem - The extending of the speed zone was evaluated in February 2012 and did not
meet the requirements to change the speed limit as requested. Permanent warning signs will be
installed.
Re Flooding – Temporary drainage work will be undertaken in the next couple of months.
COUNCILLOR REPORT:
Councillor John Salmon reported the following matters arising from the Council:
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Horses - There was no legal recourse in regard to the unloading of horses on Hunia Terrace. If
horse manure was left behind, the vehicle registration should be reported to the Council.
Signs - Will be erected in front of the park requesting that horses not be unloaded in that area.
Rubbish Around Recycling Bins - Was a problem for every district. Car registration,
description of persons offending and ideally a photo of the activity should be reported to the
Council who will then be able to pursue the matter.
Sewerage Scheme – This is on track for activation in December 2013.
MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES:
Himatangi Beach Sewerage Scheme Focus Group - Councillor Howard Voss advised that
Murray Hastie had resigned from the Himatangi Beach Sewerage Scheme Focus Group some
time ago due to a conflict of interest. He requested that any issues arising about the sewerage
scheme be forwarded to him a week before the following committee meeting to enable him to
gather information to report back to the committee.
George Annear reminded the committee that when the focus group was set up it had been
charged with reporting back to the community via public meetings and relaying any concerns in
the community back to the Council.
Mary Reader commented that the people objecting to the sewerage scheme were unaware that
the focus group still existed.
Hall Kitchen - Dennis Penney also stated that any person objecting to the cost of the hall kitchen
should come to committee meetings to express their concerns.
Deer Warning Signs - The deer warning signs had been erected on Beach Road.
Beach Road - The flooding problem on Beach Road was being actioned.
Himatangi Beach Community Trust - It was noted that the hall kitchen was a Himatangi Beach
Community Trust project and all concerns should be addressed to the Trust Chairperson, Brian
Rosvall, not the Community Committee.
GENERAL BUSINESS:
Thanks - Kara Lummis thanked Margaret Penney for stepping in to the role of Secretary when
she had become ill. She also advised that she was seriously considering standing for the
Manawatu District Council in this year’s elections.
Skate Board Facility - Dennis Penney advised that skateboarders had passed on to him
concerns about the design of the skate board facility. One particular section was considered to
be dangerous.
Funds to HBCT - Dennis Penney also stated that the railway iron that had been removed from
across the creek should be sold as scrap metal with the funds going to the Himatangi Beach
Community Trust.
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Roosters - Dylan Barnett raised concerns about roosters being kept in the village. He was
advised to ring the Council and inquire about the Animal Control Bylaw.
Footpath Southern End of Hunia Terrace - George Annear advised that the footpath along the
southern end of Hunia Terrace was very overgrown and needed cleaning up.
Unloading Areas - George Annear also raised the issue of horses, motor cycles and dogs being
unloaded in a relatively small area on the beach as this was a potential problem. He suggested
the issue would not disappear and serious consideration needs to be given to unloading areas.
The issues needed to be taken to the Council to be considered in the reconstruction of the beach
entry/exit once the surf club was finished. Chris Barclay suggested using the media to bring the
users’ attention to the problem. Councillor John Salmon advised that Himatangi Beach would be
the subject of a community upgrade programme in 2014/15 and it would be appropriate to raise
these issues then.
Elections - Margaret Penney wished Jo Heslop, Andrew Quarrie, Kara Lummis and Howard Voss
all the best in the upcoming elections.
Sand Removal - Dave Reader raised concerns in regard to access to the beach for whitebaiters
as the season was opening soon. The Chairperson agreed to contact MDC’s Parks and Reserves
Manager to request sand removal from the end of the tar seal to the end of the sand bags.
Fire Exit from Hall - Rachel Jurgens queried the Fire Exit from the hall still being blocked. The
committee was advised that the builders prefer not to move the fence and had no problem with
the building area within the fence being used in case of an emergency. It was generally
concluded that the fence needed to be moved to meet legal requirements. Chris Rosvall, on
behalf of the Himatangi Beach Community Trust, agreed to ask the builders once again to move
the fence.
Beach Road Thanks - Rachel Jurgens also thanked the Council for the painting of the white lines
and the erection of deer warning signs on Beach Road.
Erection Signs and Plants - Phil Jurgens, advised that Horizons and the Department of
Conservation had agreed to pay 50% each for the erection of signs to finish the whitebait
spawning area. Horizons would also provide plants for the community to plant along the stream
bank.
Fence - Phil Jurgens also advised that the whitebait fence would be nailed to prevent the posts
and rails being pulled out again.
Congratulations AA Spirit of Hospitality Award - Chris Rosvall congratulated Margaret and
Dennis Penney for winning the AA Spirit of Hospitality Award for the second time.
MEETING CLOSED: 9.00 pm.
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, 3 September 2013 at 7.30 pm.
Every-one most welcome to attend.
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Pohangina Valley Community Committee Minutes
6 August 2013 at 7.30 pm
PRESENT: L Besley, J Brock, R Passey, H Johnson, R Galyer, G Court, C Pullar, J Walcroft, K
Hilliard, R Hilliard, J Baxter, E Olsen, P Olsen.
APOLOGIES: C Wood.
Carried.
Brock/Court
Peter Olsen from the RSA spoke of his project to re-discover and upgrade of WWI memorials,
Rolls of Honour, etc. for the Gallipoli landings centennial in 2015. He is keen to ensure this part
of our history is not lost. His aim is to have a short explanatory note attached to each memorial,
which will then be catalogued as a publication for the district. For instance, the memorial
gateway still in place at the site of the Awahou South School (now at Te Manawa Museum), was
the first memorial built in the Manawatu after WWI – a notice/plaque attached to the memorial
indicating this would add interest. Similarly, the Roll of Honour in the old Awahou Church now
used as a hall in the Awahou (North) School grounds would be of interest to locals. The
Government has made funds available for such projects nationwide. Peter’s efforts in this
project were much appreciated by the committee.
It was clear that Bob Passey was the person with the best information of interest to Peter. K and
R Hilliard volunteered to assist Bob collate material for Peter, and that these three plus J
Walcroft would form a sub-committee to extend this to record the personal recollections of Bob
on the history of the Pohangina Valley.
MINUTES:
Moved: That the minutes of the July 2013 PVCC meeting with 2 amendments:
i) River access financial summary (below);
ii) K Hilliard as chairman of the DoC Liaison sub-committee
are accepted as a true and correct record.
Johnson/Court
Carried.
MATTERS ARISING:
River Access. Financial summary.
Quotes received:
Rangeview Farm Services for tree trimming
$ 640 + GST
“ for fencing
$4607 + GST
Valley Contractors for digger and drainage work $1399 + GST
Income : i) NZ Walking Access Commission ‘Enhanced Access Fund’ $5150 inc. GST
For survey work (≈$2000), LINZ registration (≈$1500), with balance towards fencing
(≈$1650)
ii) MDC Community Projects Fund (from 2012/13 allocation) of $3900, pre-paid to
Valley Contractors ($1399) and Rangeview Farm Services ($2501) with balance from
NZWAC grant.
A verbal update from J Culling indicated that his lawyer was carrying out research
into the easement and we should have a letter in the next two weeks. In the
meantime the agreement with Walking Access NZ for funds would be signed and
returned forthwith (a copy to J Culling for his information).
Valley Road Lookout - H Johnson has agreed to supply the plants necessary to carry out the
planting planned. Some concerns were raised over planting into the heavy weed cover without
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prior clearance. J Brock is to contact MDC’s Parks and Reserves Manager to arrange planting
asap.
Sports Ground Reserve - J Baxter reported that MDC’s Community Services Group Manager
was agreeable to the renovation of the pasture through a cropping programme, and MDC’s
Property Adviser was awaiting a report from AgResearch. Time is passing for preparation work
(rush control) which needs to be started very soon.
Community Planning Programme - The committee was agreed to go with the dates for the
public display of the results of the first meeting in the Pohangina Hall. The committee undertook
to develop a roster (J Brock) to cover the period the boards would be on display. There was
some further discussion as to the best way to gain maximum publicity to engage as wide a
section of the community as possible. It was suggested that some display time at the Awahou
School would extend coverage and that a flier around the valley via the RD should be done. L
Besley undertook to discuss these proposals with MDC’s Community Development Adviser.
GENERAL BUSINESS
Cemetery - R Passey reported that re-shaping maintenance of the surface drains approaching
the uphill side of the main culvert under Kuku Road is needed to prevent the developing erosion
that is occurring and possible future flooding. An on-site meeting with R Passey is requested.
Attention: MDC’s Roading Manager.
Meeting Closed: 9.40 pm.
Next meeting: Tuesday 3 September 2013, 7.30 pm in County Fayre.
MDC Community Committee Fund position summary
Total Funds Available up to 30/6/2013
River access
Balance
Total Funds Available from 1/7/2013 – 30/6/2014
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Available Spent/allocated
3,900
2,501 (in advance)
- fencing
1,399 (in advance)
0
3,900
2,700
- earthworks
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Rangiwahia Community Committee Minutes
19 August 2013
PRESENT: Cr Wayne Ellery, Vicki Wills (MDC), Summer Roberts (MDC Youth Ambassador),
Ngaire Hancock, Roger McKinnon, Fiona Morton, Geoff Le Quesne, Jim and Marcia Gresham,
Doug Brodie, Barbara Hagger, Sheldon Martin, Kate Gee-Taylor, Peter Mangold, Bruce Roberts,
Nicola Murphy, Nora Clifton, Hamish MacDonald, Ian Hopkins, Mike Bourke, Steve and Mary
Bielski.
APOLOGIES: Sheena Gallocher-Shearer, Nicola Martin, Rose Brodie, Shelley Dew-Hopkins,
Andrew Clifton and Naomi Pringle, Norma & Vernon Gledstone-Brown, Anna & Edward
Haywood-Smith, Pam and Phil McKinnon. Late apologies –Virginia & Neil Travers. Carried- Jim
Gresham/Sheldon Martin
Steve Bielski welcomed everyone, including visitors Cr Wayne Ellery, Vicki Wills and Summer
Roberts with Vicki explaining her role as a Youth Ambassador.
Minutes from the previous meeting of 17th April 2013 were read.
Confirmed – Geoff Le Quesne/Fiona Morton.
MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES:
Ruahine Dress Circle –
a. S Bielski reported that since the last meeting he has been approached by others that it would
be beneficial locating a toilet at The Ruahine Dress Circle. After further discussion it was
agreed by everyone present to put the toilet there. S. Bielski explained that campers are to be
discouraged, because there are excellent facilities at the Hall. Bruce Roberts added there
should be no camping because of the risk of flooding and a sign as such needs to be erected.
b. S. Bielski reported that he and Geoff Le Quesne have finished the tractor and digger work at
the Dress Circle, creating a walkway down to the river and expanding the car park. Steve has
also prepared a site for a picnic table, which he will put in place. Many thanks to Geoff for the
work that he did with his digger.
c. Following a submission for the 2013-2014 Annual Plan, Council have agreed to incorporate
tree trimming on an annual basis along the drive to and around the picnic area.
d. S. Bielski reported that he has finished creating the Ruahine Dress Circle lookout area and
put in place a picnic table. He is to erect a barrier fence.
1.
Paper Road into The Rangiwahia Bush Reserve –
a. NOTE FOR ACTION - A submission was made to Council to apply crushed metal to the
220-meter reformed road and to maintain it & spray the drains to keep the road up to
its present standard. However, Council has replied that they are not willing to include
the road in the roading contract without further investigation. This is disappointing
considering the volunteer time and cost that was put into this project and the
community would like to know when this matter will be further investigated and
what does the investigation include.
b. S. Bielski has been talking with several people about planting trees/shrubs, including
flowering gums, along the length of the road leading to the Reserve to attract birds and
to beautify the road. S. Martin pointed out that trees may block the drains and obstruct
digger maintenance work. There were no objections to this idea, but further
investigation and ideas are required.
2. Hall Repairs and Maintenance – S. Bielski reported that a quote of $3670.09 excl GST
to replace three of the windows and repair spouting has been submitted by MWL
Builders and accepted by Council. The picket fence outside the Hall also needs to be
replaced of which MDC’s Property Adviser is aware. Steve will talk to her re this.
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3.
Tennis Courts – NOTE FOR ACTION. Unfortunately, because of the dry spell all that is
growing by the tennis courts are weeds and new grass seed needs to be sown. Could this
please be actioned in the warmer weather. Further plans are to be decided on how to
beautify this space between the courts and the toilets. Fiona Morton reported that the Board
of Trustees to see who owns the playground equipment. If owned by the community, then, if
agreed by the community, the equipment could be relocated to this area.
4.
Main South Road – Steve reported that the new tarseal is awesome and a further 872
meters is to be completed. This includes realigning the road either side of Bowling Road - to
be recommenced in the spring.
5. Mowing of Grass Verges – S. Bielski has emailed MDC’s Team Leader - Roading to find
out what the contract is, including how many times per year, for mowing and up-keeping
the road verges in the Rangiwahia district. F. Morton reported that the grass area around
the Memorial Hall is mowed inconsistently. Sometimes one area is mowed and another
section is not. A reply is pending.
6.
Mangaweka & Oroua Bridges – NOTE FOR ACTION.
a. Wayne Ellery advised that it is not possible to improve the “bumps” on the Mangaweka
Bridge, as major construction work would need to be done to the bridge. R. McKinnon
asked why bitumen or tarseal could not be used for this purpose. Roger would
like to meet the roading manager onsite to discuss this issue.
b. S. Bielski also mentioned that the exit off the Apiti side of the Oroua Bridge (Main South
Road) has just been corrected removing the sharp lip. Many thanks for doing this job.
7.
Cats Eyes and White Lines – NOTE FOR ACTION
A submission was made to Council for cats eyes to be placed on Ruahine Road, and for
centre white lines from Apiti to the end of Te Parapara Road. However, the letter of reply
received from Council was incorrect, as cat’s eyes were not asked for on Te Parapara- Main
South Roads. The request was that cats eyes be placed on Ruahine Road. Could this be
please be clarified? The letter also mentioned that reflector pegs have been installed on
the new tarseal. However, no reflector pegs have been installed north of Apiti or on Te
Parapara Road. Are these pegs to be placed on theses sections as well?
8.
Signage – This project continues in conjunction with Janet at Destination Manawatu, with
Janet putting together information to be placed on the signs.
GENERAL BUSINESS 1. Judder Bars on Main South Road. NOTE FOR ACTION. Could Council please do something
about the first set of “judder bars” on Main South Road closest to Rangiwahia side as already
discussed.
2.
The Road to the Rangiwahia Reserve.
a. S. Bielski advised that as a road name can be changed he would like to see the section of
Mangoira Road changed, as it will be on updated Country Road Maps. In the early days it
was unofficially known as Ritzmond’s Road, but the name on the map was Mangoira
Road, which began about 6 kms south of Rangiwahia by Brodie’s and continued through
farmland past the Rangiwahia Reserve coming out onto Rangiwahia Road near the
village.
Those at the meeting decided unanimously to rename it Reserve Road. Steve will follow
this up with an application to Council ad hopefully an onsite discussion with the roading
manager.
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b. M. Bielski has been making enquires about putting tree labels into the Reserve. Graham
Pritchard from the Manawatu Tramping Club and a keen botanist, has been through the
reserve and named a number of the trees etc. He has said it is a unique bush and, in his
opinion, one of the best stands in the Manawatu. Mary quoted about $1500 for 36 signs
and steel posts through a www.botaniclabels.co.nz. Fiona Morton will investigate
different avenues of funding, such as Eastern and Central. Thank you, Fiona.
c. S. Bielski is also putting in an application to He Tini Awa Trust for stoat traps to be
placed in the Reserve.
3.
Street Light – NOTE FOR ACTION. The streetlight outside the Rangiwahia Hall does not
work. This has already reported. Could this be looked into please?
4.
Financial Report – M. Bielski gave a financial report. $2630.58 is presently in the Online
Account
5.
Heating in the Hall. There have been several requests for improved heating in the hall. S.
Bielski will discuss this with Fauldings. S. Martin advised that with the closing of the school,
the hall would most likely be the Civil Defence Centre for the area.
6.
Community Funding for 2013-2014 –
a. S. Bielski reported that we have a further $2700 excl. GST allocated for our district to be
used on a Community Project. Sheldon Martin has requested that the money be used to
paint the interior of the main hall. The other request was to replace the tables in the
Hall. There were no objections to these suggestions and S. Bielski will discuss the
painting with Shannon.
b. M. Bielski also wanted it noted that the public toilets need painting inside. S. Bielski said
something will need to be done to the toilets in the future, because, at present there is
no wheel-chair access.
7.
Old Cattle Yards. S. Martin would like to pull down the old cattle yards on the domain and
asked if there were any objections. There were none.
8.
Cenotaphs. N. Hancock reported that the cenotaphs in the district are having a make-over
with Peter Olsen heading up the project. They are to be completed by April 2014 for the
100th year ANZAC celebrations.
9.
Rangiwahia Beautification Project. MDC’s Community Development Adviser reported
that this would happen in November.
10. Rates – R. McKinnon asked Cr Ellery what the rate increase has been over the region and Cr
Ellery reported there has been a 5.3% increase. S. Bielski asked those present to compare
their new rates with last years.
11. Meet-The-Candidate Meeting. S. Bielski reported he has decided to stand for Council. A
meeting needs to be arranged to meet the Candidates. A date was decided on the 3rd Sept. at
7.30pm. M. Bielski will organize this, inviting District and Regional Candidates as well as
Barbara Robson as DHB candidate.
12. Cr Wayne Ellery gave a Council update.
The meeting ended at 8.55 pm followed by supper.
Secretary,
Mary Bielski
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Rongotea Community Committee Minutes
5 August 2013
PRESENT: T Dixon, B Procter, M Giles, B Thatcher, M Giles, K Fletcher, P Gatchell, A Quarrie, J
Heslop.
APOLOGIES: A Gloyn, J Cook, H Wheeler, L Berry.
IN ATTENDANCE: Cr M Giles, Cr H Voss, V Wills (MDC), D McMillan (MDC), A James (MDC), Matt
(Smart Environmental).
MINUTES: The minutes of the previous meeting were confirmed.
B Proctor / T Dixon.
MATTERS ARISING:
War Memorial - Alterations currently being organised.
Playground Upgrade – MDC’s Parks and Reserves Manager brought brochures for the
committee to look at. He recommended a Wanganui company that has a range of equipment for
older children and older people. Once the equipment has been chosen, a submission can be
made to MDC and an application can be made to Eastern & Central for funding.
Flower Beds in the Square - In progress. The rose beds will be done this month.
KRB - Looking at plans for a seat for the cemetery.
Fence at the Cemetery - All done. Thank you .
10 Trent Street - Frontage has been mowed. Thank you .
INWARD AND OUTWARD CORRESPONDENCE – Nil.
GENERAL BUSINESS:
Transfer Station on Kaimatarau Road – MDC’s Solid Waste & Recycling Coordinator discussed
options for this site. It was decided rubbish and greenwaste on Saturday with recycling seven
days/week. The recycling bin will be shifted closer to the fence. All numbers 1-7 can be
recycled. This includes coloured butter containers and white bottles. Users are reminded to
wash and squash milk bottles and remove the lids.
TV Take-Back - Currently the cost to the ratepayer to recycle a TV is $15/set (MDC subsidise
this as the actual cost to MDC is $25/set). On 25 August, 1250 TVs will be accepted at the
Feilding Refuse Centre for $5/set. Be in quick if you have a TV you no longer want.
BMX Track - The seat is ready to be installed. Planting of small flaxes will be done.
Culprits Caught - The irresponsible behaviour of two youths who did wheelies by the gazebo
has resulted in the culprits being fined and having to do community work.
Council Elections - A “Meet The Candidates” evening will be held 23 September at the Te Kawau
Recreational Centre. Everyone welcome.
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Community Committee Elections - To be held in November. Please consider joining. There
are funds available for a village re vamp. New people and ideas are needed and very welcome.
Broken Street Sign – Avon/Thames Streets. This was rung in after the meeting. Job number:
13365.
Meeting closed: 8.35 pm.
Next meeting: 2 September 2013, 7.30 pm, at Rongotea Community Centre.
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Sanson Community Committee Minutes
21 August 2013
PRESENT:Councillor Wayne Ellery, Donny Wilson, Joan Colville, Ross Vile, Grant McGaughey,
Richard Gravenor, Nola Borrett, Chrystal Gravenor, Bruce de Cleene, Kristi Whitaker, Andrew
Quarrie, Jo Heslop, Kara Lummas and Ann Fullerton.
APOLOGIES:Councillor Barbara Cameron, Vicki Wills, LeAnne Blakelock and Sam Brown.
Accepted Grant/Richard.
MINUTES: read and Accepted; Richard/Grant.
CORRESPONDENCE: E-mail from MDC’s Customer Services Officer - Reception advising of
change of contact.
GENERAL BUSINESS:
Kara Lummas stated that she is standing for Council again.
Potholes at Sassy’s. Nola spoke to owner Edna Wheeler and they have been attended to.
More holes have been put in the container at Recycling Centre. Joan stated that the bins are all
full again and she appreciated that there is a sign that it is for Sanson residents only.
Grant thanked Council for the lime for walking track which the P.D. workers will spread.
He also wished that Fulton Hogan would mow grass on side of road in A’Court St. It would look
so much tidier.
Chrystal said that there are nine new pupils at Sanson School. Mayor Margaret Kouvelis came
last week to assembly and was impressed with the school and the Kapa Haka party. The B.O.T.
meetings are open to all.
Bruce de Cleene complained on behalf of a sick friend who was refused option of paying his dog’s
late registration fee in installments. Wayne said he would make enquiries.
Bruce also stated that the Cemetery Rd walkway was too close to the road and the road is so
narrow that it is dangerous. Grant stated that the proposed trees will be planted on the fence
line and are not intended for shade.
Kristi said that SCAT has received funding from lotteries for more planter boxes. She is
disappointed about vandalism of the existing planter boxes in the village. Funding is being
sought from Coco Cola for new rubbish bins.
Ann wants community committee to have ten members instead of the present seven. She wants
candidates to be questioned as to their commitment.
Ross said that it is disappointing that Bulls Fire Brigade was called out to a house fire in the
village where there were no smoke alarms. Sunday Market had paid for them to be fitted in all
houses.
The public meeting was then closed. Kristi wanted it to be noted that she disagreed with the
public being excluded.
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The Meet the Candidates meeting was discussed. Wayne suggested that John Salmon be asked to
chair the meeting. It was proposed for Monday 23rd September in the supper room at 7pm.
Action Sheet from M.D.C.
No reply about $70000 loan for storm water. What was $19000 spent on last year? What sum is
currently in the storm water account. We respectfully ask for answers in writing for next
meeting.
Lane from Zenergy to Phillips St will have surface renewal in late October. In the interim
potholes will be filled. Mirror on lane deemed not necessary. Kristi suggested that Sunday
Market could pay for it. Wayne to look into this problem.
The question of the 80% rating for Sanson’s water scheme needs to be the subject of a
submission in next year’s Annual Plan.
Questions were asked whether the Community Fund of $2700 was available to buy trees for
Cemetery Rd beautification?
Motor Caravan Assoc is having a rally here in Sanson next month and is keen to do good works
What suggestions to put to them? Recycling Centre tidy up?
The majority of the committee wishes it to be noted that we distance ourselves from the
Occasional Newsletter.
Meeting closed at 9pm.
Next meeting Wednesday 18th September at 7 30pm in the supper room.
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Tangimoana Community Committee Minutes
1 August 2013
Meeting opened
7pm
Present
Margaret Angus, Peter Silk, Sabine Schneider
Guests: Cr Margaret Giles, Andrew Quarry, Mr Giles
Apologies
Russell Hunter, Jill Anderson
Resignations
Marguerite O’Leary, Ray O’Leary
Minutes of last meeting confirmed
Matters arising:
1.
Recreation gate on corner in hand.
2.
Horizons to be told re floodgates in stop bank: Should be kept open until flood imminent
as the pond in the Ellison reserve contains native fish, whitebait, eels, ducks, etc. and needs
the water to flow.
3.
Keys to public notice boards: Peter Silk has the key.
4.
Flood gates across the road to beach: Steel brace to keep concrete blocks in place against
flood were set in place, fitted, and then taken away. Why? Peter to ring Horizons.
5.
Pump on Punga Street: What has happened about this? Is it working or not?
6.
Paul Poutama’s garden is flooded because neighbours have raised the level of their
section. What is happening with this?
7.
Bank account: Ray did not open a bank account for the community committee’s funds. He
has given Peter Silk the money.
8.
Sausage sizzle and soup: August 25th. Cooperation between Neighbourhood Watch
Support and Tangimoana Community Committee. Alan Muntz and Russell Hunter to be
approached by Peter Silk. Flyers to be done by Margaret Giles, and distributed by Sabine
Schneider. Gold coin raffle suggested. Projects such as arts and crafts could be included and
put on show.
Also at the sausage sizzle: Hope to get other people interested in joining the community
committee. Peter Silk to give a little talk, ask for volunteers, and mention what has been
achieved so far. Ask community what they would like to see done in the village. Peter also
had the idea of a suggestion box.
9.
Community Committee funding roll over: $5400 to be used by 30/06/2014.
10. Playground: Three play things have been added, plus a net for climbing.
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11. MDC’s Parks and Reserves Manager: He is to be invited to come to our next meeting here.
12. Talk to Jill regarding her tentative resignation (Margaret Angus to do)
13. Inward mail:
- Letter to Marguerite and Ray O’Leary acknowledging work done and thanks.
- Letter to owner of untidy property on Tangimoana Road (MDC to do)
Action Sheet
Pump on Punga Street stop bank – has anything happened?
Metal brace on road to beach – why isn’t this in place? Peter to ring Horizons.
Paul Poutama: Re flooded garden – what is MDC doing to rectify this?
Owner of untidy property needs to be contacted by MDC.
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Economic Development Review
Draft Terms of Reference
Attachment 3
Terms of Reference
September 2013
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Table of Contents
1.
Purpose ................................................................................................................. 35
2.
Background ............................................................................................................ 35
3.
Current Situation ................................................................................................... 35
4.
Objectives .............................................................................................................. 36
Part One - Strategy ...................................................................................................................... 36
Part Two – Service Delivery......................................................................................................... 36
5.
Scope ..................................................................................................................... 36
Part One - Strategy ...................................................................................................................... 36
Part Two – Service Delivery......................................................................................................... 38
6.
Considerations ....................................................................................................... 39
7.
Methodology ......................................................................................................... 39
8.
Constraints ............................................................................................................ 39
9.
Roles and Responsibilities ...................................................................................... 39
10.
Time Frames .......................................................................................................... 39
11.
Success Criteria ...................................................................................................... 40
12.
Assumptions .......................................................................................................... 40
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1.
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Purpose
The purpose of the project is to review the Council’s economic development activities
including services currently provided by key agencies. The Council wants to ensure that
resources provided for economic development align with outcomes sought.
2.
Background
Economic development impacts across social, environmental and cultural aspects of the
community. It has far-reaching consequences on quality of living at national, regional and
community level. For example, having a job that provides enough money is one of the
most important influences for long-term health, education and welfare outcomes.
Employment helps individuals stay connected with society, build self esteem and develop
skills and competencies.
However, economic development is a much richer, broader subject than creating jobs. It is
about innovation, entrepreneurship, development and wealth creation. There is growing
recognition in New Zealand and overseas that local authorities have an important role to
play in economic development. Local economies make a significant contribution to the
nations GDP and are areas for potential growth.
In 2011 the Manawatu District Council joined with Palmerston North City Council, Vision
Manawatu and Destination Manawatu to develop the Regional Development Strategy
(RDS). Manawatu District Council is committed to the intentions of the RDS: ‘Manawatu is
the best place to raise a family’. The review signals an opportunity to identify local
priorities and create a plan that is uniquely Manawatu.
During the 2013/14 Annual Plan discussion, questions were raised about the economic
development activity. In summary changes in policy environment had bought about a
level of dis-ease with the current situation; Council agreed to review the economic
development activity. The review would include the services currently provided by key
agencies including Feilding Promotion, Destination Manawatu, Vision Manawatu, Bio
Commerce Centre, Spearhead Manawatu and Sport Manawatu.
3.
Current Situation
Manawatu District Council takes an active role in the economic development of the
Manawatu District. As noted in the 2012-22 Long Term Plan:
“Economic development funding is aimed at ensuring a healthy district economy able to
provide employment opportunity. A thriving business community creates district pride and
contributes to social and cultural life”.
Currently the Council allocates $897k per annum to key agencies for the provision of
economic development services and activity. A wide range of economic development
services are purchased including promotion of the district, provision of events, training
and support of business, business development, facilitation of employment opportunities,
provision of sport, recreation and information services. Other economic development
activities Council is directly involved in includes Mayors Task Force for Jobs, Regional
Development Strategy and Community Planning. Outcomes of this review should
complement these activities.
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4.
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Objectives
The review will include two distinct pieces of work.
Part One - Strategy
Develop an Economic Development Strategy for the Manawatu district.
Part Two – Service Delivery
Investigate service delivery options for the provision of economic development services in
the Manawatu in order to deliver on the Strategy.
This will include provision of guidance to the Council on different options (and any
variations of these) and depending on options may include an analysis of structure,
financial, complexity, operation and legal components.
5.
Scope
The project focus is on economic development activities in the Manawatu District.
However Council recognises that many factors contribute towards economic development
including regional and international trends and influences. Council chosen to use the
following definition of Economic Development to guide discussion thus far:
“Economic Development is building up the economic capacity of a local area to
improve its economic future and the quality of life for all” (World Bank).
Council recognises that economic development is a collaborative process between public,
private and community organisations. To assist defining the scope of this project Council
has also completed a visioning exercise. Details are provided below.
Part One - Strategy
The Strategy should clearly articulate the Council’s desired position and goals for
economic development. It should act as a guide for future action, resource allocation and
address how Council can achieve the following broad outcomes:
1) Attract new businesses to the District

Reduce barriers to establishing business in the Manawatu

Create a ‘we’ve been preparing for you’ attitude towards business start up

Proactively seek ‘preferred’ businesses to come to the Manawatu

Promote the Manawatu to the world

Leverage off the success of Proliant to attract other new business.
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2) Retain and enhance existing business

Understand the mix of local businesses, their strengths, skills and any barriers to
growth.

Conduct a needs analysis on business support and develop options to address
need.
3) Maximise Manawatu District’s points of difference and build on these

Investigate potential economic development opportunities that utilise our points
of difference:

Geographic location

Workforce availability and skills

Tertiary institutions and the knowledge they can provide

Map our natural resources and investigate types of businesses that can be
sustained

Map our built environment, including sport and recreation facilities, and
investigate events that that could make a positive contribution to our local
economy.
4) Articulate the Council’s role regarding Economic Development

Leadership: Controlling the development and nature of business in the Manawatu

Proactive: Creating a vision and using strategy and planning to ensure success

Partnership: Actively seeking positive partnerships that are beneficial to the
District

Entrepreneurship: Utilising knowledge and best practice to inform decision
making and being open to change.
5) Ensure economic development is sustainable

Explore and identify preferred economic drivers e.g. agriculture, agri business,
food processing, Defence etc.

Ensure activity retains and build on the rural character and lifestyle feel of the
Manawatu

Ensure the District Plan and other Council business processes reflect Council
intentions

Encourage economic development in the rural villages, (utilise Community Plans)

Ensure economic development is supported by appropriate infrastructure and non
threatening to our environment.
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Additional requirements
Case Study
The Strategy should include a case study on Proliant’s decision to establish in the
Manawatu district and other successful local businesses. Identify strengths, weaknesses,
opportunities and threats.
Monitoring:
The Strategy should include a section on monitoring including a range of short, medium
and long term indicators. Indicators must be able to assess the progress against outcomes.
Part Two – Service Delivery
Part Two of the projects focusses on how the Strategy will be implemented. Council seeks
to provide a range of services that will ensure outcomes identified in Part One are
achieved. Council is open-minded about how and who will provide services provided.
Council seeks an option or range of options that are effective and provide good value for
money. Some services delivery options for consideration may include

In house service delivery

External service delivery

A combination of in house and external delivery
Research may identify other service delivery options and these should be highlighted early
for discussion and inclusion in the scope of the project.
The service delivery investigation should provide the Council with a range of service
delivery options and depending on options may include an analysis of structure, financial,
complexity, operation and legal components.
Service delivery options will need to demonstrate good value for money, in particular how
they can give effect to the purpose of local government:
“ …to meet the current and future needs of communities for…local public services…in
a way that is most cost-effective for households and businesses”.
Good quality is defined as being efficient, effective and appropriate to present and
anticipated future circumstances.
Case Study
The service delivery investigation should include a case study(s) that draws upon the
experiences of other centres where economic development is ‘successful’. Centres for
consideration include Taranaki, Ashburton, Siachen, and Wageningen but other more
suitable centres may be used. The case study should be used to identify successful
initiatives that could be replicated in the Manawatu.
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6.
7.
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Considerations

Stakeholder interest

Local Body Elections

2015-25 Long Term Plan

Links with other strategic documents and direction including the Council’s vision
and outcomes, Regional Development Strategy, Mayors Task Force for Jobs,
Community Planning, Leisure and Recreation Action Plan (in development).
Methodology
The Council is open-minded about the methodology used for this project. However once
methodology is determined, it will need to be clearly articulated. Research and options
should identify existing good practice in New Zealand and abroad. While Council is
interested in successful local government initiatives it is also interested in the application
of models from other sectors, including the private sector and non-for-profit.
Service delivery research will identify the attributes and characteristics of parties that are
likely to be successful.
The allocation of resources for this project is yet to be determined. Some components of
the project may be completed by Council staff, specialised or expert information may be
obtained through an external company. To ensure consistency and milestones are met the
Manawatu District Council will take overall responsibility for managing this project.
8.
9.
Constraints

Timeframes

Budget
Roles and Responsibilities
Manawatu District Council will be the project manager.
10. Time Frames
A project plan providing detailed tasks and timelines will be developed. The following
broad timeframes have been determined and approved by Council:

Early 2014 Cr Workshop. Provide an update on progress.

Early-mid 2014 Cr Workshop. Present Draft Strategy for consideration.

Mid –late 2014 Present Final Strategy for approval.
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11. Success Criteria

The strategy clearly articulates the Council’s desired position on economic
development, provides guidance for future action, resource allocation and addresses
how Council can achieve outcomes sought.

The service delivery investigation provides the Council with a range of service delivery
options and analysis to assist decision making and future resource allocation.

Timeframes are met.

The strategy and review outcomes are successfully approved by Council.
12. Assumptions
Resources will be made available for this project.
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Annual Dog Control Report to
30 June 2013
Attachment 4
Report Pursuant to
Section 10A of the Dog Control Act 1996
For Period 01 July 2012 – 30 June 2013
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30 June 2013
Attachment 4
PART 1 – Dog Control Policy and Practices
1. Dog Control in the District
Dog control within the Manawatu has evolved into an enforcement based on legislation
model within this reporting period. Considerable efforts have been made to ensure that
all dogs are registered, and furthermore, registered correctly according to their
classification pursuant to the Dog Control Act 1996.
Previous to this period, this district did not classify dogs as menacing (by breed or type)
in accordance with the Dog Control Act 1996, this has now changed, and all dogs known
by Council to be menacing by breed or type have been classified correctly.
ACO’s have also been using a system whereby they are either rostered as an enquiries
ACO or a duty ACO. This has ensured that a higher level of service has been provided to
the ratepayer, and also that more pro-active enforcement of legislation has resulted. Due
to these measures, it has become noticeable, (although not measurable), that there is a
lesser amount of reported wandering dogs, and undesirable type dogs in circulation.
2. Nuisance from dogs
ACO’s from this district, along with the Rangitikei district were utilized in physically
checking every known property within the district that possibly had un-registered dogs.
Numerous offences were detected as a result.
3. Prohibited public places, dog on leash areas and dog exercise Areas
The problem of dogs in public places or otherwise prohibited areas is not one that is
common within this district. On occasion dogs are reported as wandering unaccompanied within such areas, and on these occasions, ACO’s are quick to attend.
4. Fees for Dog Control and Registration
The direct costs of registration and impounding should be fully recovered through dog
registration and impounding fees. The dog registration fees reflect the respective levels of
service required by each category of dog owner. Reduced fees therefore apply to working
dogs and dogs belonging to preferred owners. The preferred owner system aims to provide
an incentive within the registration fee structure that promotes responsible dog ownership.
The fee structure will reward dog owners who:





Adequately fence their section
De-sex their dog
Have a good record of dog ownership
Register their dog on time
Care for their dogs properly, e.g. provides them with a secure yard and a kennel
that is weatherproof, of sufficient size, clean and sanitary.
It was found, after studying impound statistics, that the fact that a dog was de-sexed had
very little impact on whether or not the dog came to the attention of ACO’s. Therefore, at
the end of this reporting period, a greater emphasis will be put on ‘preferred owners’ and
cheaper rates, with a moderate increase in those dogs that are solely de-sexed.
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30 June 2013
Attachment 4
There was no increase in registration fees for this reporting period.
Our fees were made up as follows:
Pet Dogs
Selected Owners
Neutered Dogs
Dangerous Dogs
Working dogs
Disability Assist Dogs
Menacing dogs
94.00
42.00
42.00
105.00
42.00
0.00
94.00
Councils approach to dogs that remained un-registered after the usual warnings and
penalties etc was that all known properties were physically visited by ACO’s and checks
were made to ascertain whether a dog was still housed at that property.
After verification that a dog was still owned, infringements were sent to owners, and in
some cases, dogs were impounded.
5. Classification of owners and dogs
Pet dogs
Selected owners
Neutered dogs
Dangerous dogs
Working dogs
Disability assist dogs
Menacing dogs
805
995
2437
3
2313
5
105
6. Education relating to dogs
Manawatu District Council have contracted a locally well known and respected specialist
instructor to deliver training to educational institutions within the district. Results to
date are promising.
PART 2 – Statistical Information
Category
Total Registered Dogs
Total Probationary Owners
Total Disqualified Owners
Total Dangerous Dogs
 Dangerous by Owner Conviction Under
s31(1)(a)
 Dangerous by Sworn Evidence s31(1)(b)
 Dangerous by Owner Admittance in Writing
s31(1)(c)
Total Menacing Dogs
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For Period
01 July 2011 –
30 June 2012
6737
0
0
2
For Period
01 July 2012 –
30 June 2013
6663
0
0
5
0
2
0
2
1
1
30
105
30 June 2013
Attachment 4
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
Menacing under s33A(1)(b)(i) – i.e. by behavior
Menacing under s33A(1)(b)(ii) by Breed
Characteristics
 Menacing under s33C(1) by Schedule 4 Breed
Total Infringement Notices issued
Total Complaints Received
Types of complaints
 Dog attacks - People
 Dog attacks - Animals
 Dog barking
 Dog Caged/dog trap request
 Dog found
 Dog registration
 Dog roaming
 Dog rushing/aggressive
 Other animal problems/dog welfare
 Property inspections
Total Prosecutions Taken
Prepared by: Matt Blythe
Senior Animal Control Officer
Date: 28 August 2013
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5
33
0
1
25
280
912
71
119
1283
14
49
234
2
175
12
336
48
40
0
0
21
33
313
4
171
6
280
59
240
156
0

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