Eketahuna Community Board
Notice of Meeting
A meeting of the Eketahuna Community Board will be held in the Eketahuna War Memorial Hall, corner of Jones Street and State Highway 2, Eketahuna on Monday 10 February 2020 commencing at 10.00am.
Blair King
Chief Executive
Agenda
2. Apologies
3. Personal Matters
4. Notification of Items Not on the Agenda
Major items not on the agenda may be dealt with at this meeting if so resolved by the Board and the chairperson explains at the meeting at a time when it is open to the public the reason why the item was not listed on the agenda and the reason why discussion of the item cannot be delayed until a subsequent meeting.
Minor matters not on the agenda relating to the general business of the Board may be discussed if the chairperson explains at the beginning of the meeting, at a time when it is open to the public, that the item will be discussed at that meeting, but no resolution, decision or recommendation may be made in respect of that item except to refer it to a subsequent meeting.
5. Confirmation of Minutes 5
Recommendation
That the minutes of the Eketahuna Community Board meeting held on 9 December 2019 (as circulated) be confirmed as a true and accurate record of the meeting.
6. Matters Arising from the Minutes
6.1 Local Community Groups Liaison Representatives (Item 7.2)
Board members will visit Alfredton School on Monday 30 March 2020 at 3.30pm to liaise with residents from that community.
Arrangements are still to be determined for board members to visit Tiraumea to liaise with residents from that area.
6.2 Connecting with the Community (Item 10)
The proposed arrangements where residents can talk to board members on issues and matters of concern are as follows:
· Lazy Graze Café - 1 March 2020 from 12noon to 1.00pm
· Addiction Café - 12 March 2020 from 5.30 to 6.30pm
7. Tararua District Council Report 9
Recommendation That the reports of the Tararua District Council meetings held on 11 December 2019 and 29 January 2020 (as circulated) be received. |
8. Reports
8.1 Eketahuna Community Board General Assistance Grants Scheme 17
9. Reports from Board Representatives Appointed to Organisations and Assigned Responsibilities
9.1 Tararua District Road Safety Group
The Deputy Chairperson will report on the Tararua District Road Safety Group meeting held in Dannevirke on 5 February 2020.
9.2 Any Other Reports
10. Correspondence 21
Recommendation That the correspondence as listed be received. a) Loreen and Kerry Cunningham Re: Eketahuna Camping Ground November and December reports b) Eketahuna Our Town Incorporated Re: 11 December 2019 Committee meeting minutes and reports |
11. Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Eketahuna
The Manager Strategy and District Development Peter Wimsett will attend the meeting at 10.30am to provide an update on progressing installing an electric vehicle charging station in Eketahuna.
12. Alf Rowden Humanitarian Award
Discuss the arrangements for the Alf Rowden Humanitarian Award.
13. Anzac Day
Discuss the arrangements for the Anzac Day civic ceremony held in Eketahuna.
14. Chairperson’s Remarks
15. Items Not on the Agenda
16. Closure
Eketahuna Community Board
Minutes of a meeting of the Eketahuna Community Board held in the Eketahuna War Memorial Hall, corner of Jones Street and State Highway 2, Eketahuna on Monday 9 December 2019 commencing at 10.00am.
1. Present
Board Members C C Death (Chairperson), S C McGhie (Deputy Chairperson), T M Carew, D F Clifton and Cr R A Treder (Council appointed Community Board member).
In Attendance
Mr R Taylor - Governance Manager
2. Apologies
2.1 |
Nil |
3. Personal Matters
3.1 |
The passing of Fiona Elton is noted (a resident who helped establish Eketahuna youth group and community garden). |
4. Notification of Items Not on the Agenda
4.1 |
Nil |
5. Confirmation of Minutes
5.1 |
That the minutes of the Eketahuna Community Board meeting held on 15 November 2019 (as circulated) be confirmed as a true and accurate record of the meeting. Treder/McGhie Carried |
6. Matters Arising from the Minutes
6.1 |
Nil |
7. Tararua District Council Report
7.1 |
That the report of the Tararua District Council meeting held on 27 November 2019 (as circulated) be received. Clifton/Treder Carried |
7.2 |
Local Community Groups Liaison Representatives |
7.2.1 |
The Board will consider dates early next year to visit Alfredton and Tiraumea rural communities to liaise with residents in these areas. |
7.2.2 |
The Chairperson will follow up this matter for discussion at the Board’s next meeting, and the Eketahuna School principal is to be contacted. |
7.3 |
Eketahuna Multisport Turf Upgrade |
7.3.1 |
A good day was held at the courts on Alfredton Road to celebrate the upgrade of Eketahuna multisport turf. |
8. Reports from Board Representatives Appointed to Organisations and
Assigned Responsibilities
8.1 |
Tararua Emergency Management Committee |
8.1.1 |
The Chairperson reported on the Tararua Emergency Management Committee meeting held on 14 November 2019, including reference to the following matters: · Nigel Hall from Fire and Emergency New Zealand spoke about setting up local advisory committees. · Victim Support need more people volunteering from the community to assist them with undertaking their role. · October weather events were discussed. · Eketahuna Civil Defence Response Group Welfare Plan is to be updated. · The District Resilience Manager, Chairperson and Board Member Clifton will be meeting the Eketahuna School principal to discuss their Emergency Management Plan, with a drill proposed to be arranged in term two next year. |
8.2 |
Newman Reserve Board |
8.2.1 |
Board Member Carew reported on the Newman Reserve Board Annual General Meeting held on 3 December 2019, including reference to the following matters: · Eight people attended the meeting. · Support was made available to various community organisations. · Arrangements for maintaining the closed cemetery are being clarified. · Boundaries for the areas leased and planted in pine trees are being confirmed. |
8.3 |
Eketahuna Our Town Committee |
8.3.1 |
Board Member Carew reported on the Eketahuna Our Town Committee meeting held on 14 November 2019, including reference to the following matters: · The lime track project is progressing, and the Lottery Grants Board has been contacted regarding applying to them for funding towards the costs involved. · The Santa Cruise Christmas parade was very successful and well attended. · The new flag trax system has been installed, with Christmas flags purchased to decorate the town centre. |
8.3.2 |
The CCTV security cameras monitoring system funded by Eketahuna Our Town Committee could be enhanced through upgrading the equipment, and Board Member Carew is requested to follow up this matter for their consideration at a future meeting. |
8.4 |
Tararua Alliance Expo |
8.4.1 |
The Chairperson, Deputy Chairperson and Cr Treder attended the Tararua Alliance expo held at Oringi Business Park, and appreciated the opportunity to be informed about the district’s roading, three waters community infrastructure, Pahiatua town centre upgrade, survey design and bridging, and managing the performance of these services they maintain and develop. |
9. Correspondence
9.1 |
That the correspondence as listed be received. (a) Loreen and Kerry Cunningham Re: Eketahuna Camping Ground October report Carew/McGhie Carried |
9.2 |
Eketahuna Camping Ground |
9.2.1 |
The Chairperson is considering arranging New Zealand Army Tenth Transport Company to undertake a future project at the Eketahuna Camping Ground, with options for that work to be determined. |
10. |
Connecting With the Community |
10.1 |
The Board agree it will arrange a forum where residents can talk to board members on issues and matters of concern. |
10.2 |
It is proposed this forum be held as follows: · Lazy Graze Café - 1 March 2020 from 12noon to 1.00pm · Addiction Café - 12 March 2020 from 5.30 to 6.30pm |
10.3 |
Details of the forum arrangements will be included in the February community newsletter. |
11. |
Abandoned/Derelict Vehicles |
11.1 |
An item will be included in the community newsletter encouraging residents to take pride in the appearance of their community. |
11.2 |
Abandoned/derelict vehicles detract from the image of the community, and property owners with such environmental eyesores are urged to rectify the situation through arranging for them to be crushed and removed. |
11.3 |
Residents are able to report concerns regarding abandoned/derelict vehicles through making a service request, and this will be followed up by staff through the powers available to Council to deal with that issue. |
12. Chairperson’s Remarks
12.1 |
Events |
12.1.1 |
The Chairperson spoke on the following events he had attended or are forthcoming: · Santa Cruise Christmas parade · Carols by candlelight · Christmas tree in Main Street by the Kiwi · Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre function to thank its supporters |
12.2 |
Invitations to Speak at Future Board Meetings |
12.2.1 |
The following invitations are to be conveyed to speak at future Board meetings:
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12.3 |
Season’s Greetings |
12.3.1 |
The Chairperson extended his best wishes for a merry Christmas and enjoyable time with family over the festive season, and a happy and safe New Year. |
13. Items Not on the Agenda
13.1 |
Nil
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There being no further business the Chairperson thanked those present for their attendance and contributions, and declared the meeting closed at 11.35am.
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Chairperson
7.1 Tararua
District Council Reports
Attachment 1 Tararua
District Council Minutes 11 December 2019
Tararua District Council
Minutes of a meeting of the Tararua District Council held in the Council Chamber, 26 Gordon Street, Dannevirke on Wednesday 11 December 2019 commencing at 1.00pm.
1. Present
Her Worship the Mayor - Mrs T H Collis, Crs E L Peeti-Webber (Deputy Mayor), A K Franklin, S A Hull, C J Isaacson, P A Johns, K A Sutherland, R A Treder and S M Wards.
In Attendance
Mr B King - Chief Executive
Mr R Taylor - Governance Manager
Mr M Maxwell - Economic Development and Communications Manager
Ms A Yonge - Programme and Projects Manager
Mr C Lunn - Manager Regulatory Services
Mr D Watson - Group Manager Plant and Property
Mr D LeMar - Financial Accountant
Mr P Wimsett - Manager Strategy and District Development
Mr M Thomas - Strategy and Policy Adviser
Mr R Suppiah - Chief Financial Officer
Mr C McKay - Finance Manager
Mr M Alben - Projects Manager
Mr H Featonby - Alliance Asset Manager
Mr S Lee - Filtar Alliance Manager (for item 15.2)
2. Council Prayer
2.1 |
The Mayor opened the meeting with the Council Prayer. |
2.2 |
Following the Council Prayer a moment of silence was observed for the people that tragically died when Whakaari/White Island volcano erupted. |
3. Apologies
3.1 |
Nil |
4. Public Forum
4.1 |
Season’s Greetings |
4.1.1 |
Santa Claus entered the meeting to wish Council a Merry Christmas, and convey thanks and appreciation for its commitment and work in the best interests of the district. |
5. Notification of Items Not on the Agenda
5.1 |
Nil |
6. Declarations of Conflicts of Interest in Relation to this Meeting’s Items of Business
6.1 |
Nil |
7. Personal Matters
7.1 |
Council note and acknowledge the following: · Rebecca Mahoney on being nominated for New Zealand Rugby Referee of the Year Award · Clayton Locke (Deputy Rural Fire Chief for Wairarapa and Tararua) on being part of the New Zealand contingent deployed to Australia to fight bushfires · Moira Paewai on being appointed to Pukaha Mount Bruce Board |
8. Confirmation of Minutes
8.1 |
That the minutes of the Council meeting held on 27 November 2019 (as circulated) be confirmed as a true and accurate record of the meeting. Crs Franklin/Hull Carried |
9. Any Matters Arising from the Minutes not otherwise dealt with in the Agenda
9.1 |
Delegations of Functions to Community Boards (Item 10.1.21) |
9.1.1 |
Clarification is provided regarding the way Council specifies the functions delegated to Community Boards and the roles and responsibilities of Community Committees. |
9.1.2 |
Both Dannevirke and Eketahuna Community Boards are subject to the provisions of the Local Government Act and Council specifies the functions delegated to them. |
9.1.3 |
Woodville Districts’ Vision and Pahiatua On Track Community Committees are incorporated societies that operate under an agreement with Council specifying their roles and responsibilities for the provision and delivery of services in those areas. |
10. Reports
10.1 |
Councillors Remuneration Following the 2019 Election |
10.1.1 |
That the report from the Governance Manager dated 4 December 2019 concerning Councillors remuneration following the 2019 election (as circulated) be received, and That Council propose for the Remuneration Authority’s approval the below recommendations for the remuneration of Councillors following the 2019 election, thereby acknowledging the new structure adopted for committees involves all Councillors as members, their associated roles and appointments held in representing the district on various external committees, Community Boards and Community Committees and liaising with rural communities: · Deputy Mayor $49,094 per annum · Councillor $37,750 per annum And that a further report be presented to consider amending Council’s allowances and expenses policy to include the option of paying a childcare allowance as a contribution towards an elected members expenses incurred for childcare while the member is engaged on local authority business. Crs Johns/Isaacson Carried |
10.2 |
Staff Report |
10.2.1 |
Woodville Water Treatment Plant |
10.2.1.1 |
The leak detection firm engaged to review Woodville’s urban reticulation network has at this time identified two significant leaks on McLean Street and Woodlands Road. |
10.2.1.2 |
Thanks are conveyed to the team of staff who worked around the clock to ensure Woodville residents had drinking water during the recent critical water shortage. |
10.2.1.3 |
Thanks are also conveyed to Norsewood, Dannevirke and Otane Fire Brigades for use of their water tankers and Fonterra for a truck and trailer to supply sufficient treated water from Dannevirke supply to enable Woodville water treatment plant backwash to be completed. |
10.2.1.4 |
The need for all residents to conserve water is emphasised to ensure supplies remain resilient over the forecast hot summer ahead. |
10.2.1.5 |
Council expects to implement alternate day hosing restrictions district-wide in the near future. |
10.2.1.6 |
The need to complete the further review of the Water Supply Bylaw in 2020 is emphasised, particularly regarding options to deal with extraordinary connections and moving to restricted flows through capping the supply of water available for their use. |
10.2.2 |
Residential Growth Study Initial Results |
10.2.2.1 |
Work has been done to determine where infill residential development can occur within the district, and capacity of wastewater infrastructure and the potable water supply network to cater for future growth requirements. |
10.2.2.2 |
Rezoning of areas for residential development requires a District Plan change process to occur, including the completion of providing justification and analysis information to support such changes proposed for consideration. |
10.2.3 |
Liquefaction-prone Ground |
10.2.3.1 |
Council is required to assess building consent plans and specifications to ensure the proposed work will comply with the building code regarding structural performance. |
10.2.3.2 |
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has extended nationally the standard to define good ground and how buildings should be stable, not degrade and withstand physical conditions to protect lives and other property. |
10.2.3.3 |
As a result of that change Council will need to map liquefaction-prone areas of the district by 28 November 2021. |
10.2.4 |
Proposed National Policy Statement for Indigenous Biodiversity |
10.2.4.1 |
Ministry for the Environment has started consultation on the proposed National Policy Statement for Indigenous Biodiversity, and this matter will be mentioned to the district’s iwi at the Mayor and Chief Executive’s regular meeting with their representatives. |
10.2.5 |
District-wide RSA Cemetery Inspections |
10.2.5.1 |
A representative from Veterans Affairs visited the district’s service cemeteries, and was very impressed with their standard ranking them within the top 10% in the country. |
10.2.5.2 |
This acknowledgement is a tribute to the Community Assets and Property Manager Colin Veale who retires today from that position after giving twenty-four years of service to Council, and as recognition of his work and commitment to the district a tree was planted at Dannevirke Domain. |
10.2.6 |
Toilets |
10.2.6.1 |
It is noted that recent upgrades have been undertaken to Norsewood RSA Memorial Hall and Pahiatua Bush Multisport complex toilets. |
10.2.6.2 |
In undertaking such projects the design of these public facilities is a consideration to ensure they are easily accessible and user friendly. |
10.2.7 |
Old Man’s Beard Research |
10.2.7.1 |
A PHD student from Massey University who is studying the biology and control of old man’s beard is going to conduct a research trial at the Hopelands Reserve in Kumeroa. |
10.2.8 |
Welcome Packs |
10.2.8.1 |
The welcome packs sent out by Tararua i-SITE Visitor Information Centre to new residents are appreciated, and will be reviewed next year to make them more relevant to each community. |
10.2.9 |
Regional Sport Facilities Plan |
10.2.9.1 |
Council is still to consider committing to the Regional Sport Facilities Plan and contributing funding towards its implementation. |
10.2.10 |
That the report from the Chief Executive dated 4 December 2019 concerning an update on key projects and items of interest to the Council (as circulated) be received. Crs Sutherland/Franklin Carried |
11. |
2020/2021 Draft Annual Plan |
11.1 |
That Council confirm the following dates for workshop briefing sessions to be held to discuss the 2020/2021 Draft Annual Plan: 29 January 2020 at 9.00am (half day) 25 February 2020 at 9.00am (full day) 26 February 2020 at 9.00am (half day) 17 March 2020 prior to Audit and Risk Committee meeting at 1.00pm 25 March 2020 at 9.00am (half day if required)
27 May 2020 at 9.00am (half day if required) 24 June 2020 at 9.00am (half day)
Mayor Collis/Cr Johns Carried |
12. Portfolio Reports
12.1 |
Events and Meetings |
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12.1.1 |
The Mayor and Councillors reported on the following official events and meetings they had attended:
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12.2 |
Akitio/Pongaroa |
12.2.1 |
Cr Wards is initiating contacts in Akitio/Pongaroa as Council’s appointed liaison representative with those rural communities. |
13. Mayoral Matters
13.1 |
Te Apiti-Manawatu Gorge Book Launch |
13.1.1 |
Te Apiti-Manawatu Gorge book launch will be held on 13 December 2019 at the Central Library in Palmerston North and the next day in Woodville’s Fountaine Square to coincide with the town’s Christmas parade and market. |
14. Items Not on the Agenda
14.1 |
Nil |
14.2 |
The meeting adjourned at 2.30pm, and resumed at 2.35pm. |
15. |
Public Excluded Items of Business |
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15.1 |
That the public be excluded from the following parts of the proceedings of this meeting, namely: · Residential land options and the Council's role for a comprehensive housing development · Pahiatua water treatment plant project update · Metered water charges write-off request The general subject of each matter to be considered while the public is excluded, the reason for passing this resolution in relation to each matter, and the specific grounds under Section 48 (1) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 for the passing of this resolution follows.
This resolution is made in reliance on Section 48 (1) (a) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 and the particular interest or interests protected by Section 6 or Section 7 of that Act or Section 6 or Section 7 or Section 9 of the Official Information Act 1982, as the case may require, which would be prejudiced by the holding of the whole or the relevant part of the proceedings of the meeting in public are as follows: s7(2)(i) The withholding of the information is necessary to enable the local authority to carry on, without prejudice or disadvantage, negotiations (including commercial and industrial negotiations). s7(2)(b)(ii) The withholding of the information is necessary to protect information where the making available of the information would be likely unreasonably to prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied or who is the subject of the information. s7(2)(a) The withholding of the information is necessary to protect the privacy of natural persons, including that of a deceased person. And that Stephen Lee, Filtar Alliance Manager is permitted to remain at this meeting after the public has been excluded because of his knowledge of the Pahiatua water treatment plant project.
Crs Sutherland/Wards Carried |
15.5 |
That open meeting be resumed.
Crs Johns/Hull Carried |
15.6 |
That the following decisions taken with the public excluded be confirmed in open meeting: |
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Item 15.2 - Pahiatua Water Treatment Plant Project Update |
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That the revised budget of $5,530,232 and project timeframe of August 2020 for water delivery be approved. |
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Item 15.4 - Metered Water Charges Write-off Request |
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That Council agree to remit calculated charges amounting to $316.48 relating to invoices for water charges incurred as the result of leaks in the property’s water pipelines.
Crs Johns/Wards Carried |
There being no further business the Mayor thanked those present for their attendance and contributions, and declared the meeting closed at 3.10pm.
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Mayor
Date |
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28 January 2020 |
To |
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Chairperson and Board Members Eketahuna Community Board |
From |
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Richard Taylor Governance Manager |
Subject |
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Eketahuna Community Board General Assistance Grants Scheme |
Item No |
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8.1 |
1. Reason for the Report
1.1 It has been the previous practice of the Eketahuna Community Board to undertake an annual review of this scheme prior to inviting applications.
2. Background
2.1 Attached to this report please find a copy of the existing guidelines.
2.2 Also included for the reference of board members is a list of grants approved last year by the Board at its May meeting.
2.3 The following represents a reconciliation of the Board’s General Assistance Grants Scheme account.
$
Opening balance 2018-2019 |
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4,533.25 |
2019-2020 approved budget |
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6,000.00 |
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10,533.25 |
Less expenditure to date |
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874.33 |
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9,658.92 |
Less funding committed but not yet uplifted: |
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Eketahuna Swimming Pool Management Committee St John Bush Area Committee |
2,000.00 1,000.00
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3,000.00 |
Balance available for allocation |
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$6,658.92 |
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2.4 It is noted the above available balance includes an amount of $1,120.78 remaining from town centre upgrade funds.
3. Significance Assessment
3.1 The proposed actions recommended to the Board are not considered to be significant in terms of the Council’s policy on significance and engagement.
4. Conclusion
4.1 To enable this year’s annual funding round to proceed the following recommendation is made for the Board’s consideration.
That the report from the Governance Manager dated 28 January 2020 concerning Eketahuna Community Board General Assistance Grants Scheme (as circulated) be received, and That applications be invited for funding from Eketahuna Community Board’s 2019-2020 General Assistance Grants Scheme, and That the closing date for applications be Thursday 9 April 2020 at 4.30pm.
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1⇩. General Assistance Grants Scheme Eketahuna
8.1 Eketahuna
Community Board General Assistance Grants Scheme
Attachment 1 General
Assistance Grants Scheme Eketahuna