Agenda of Hearing Panel - Thursday, 13 June 2024

Hearing Panel

13 June 2024

Page No.

Karakia and Mihi Timatanga

1. Apologies

Nil

2. Confirmation of Order of Business

3. Interests

3.1 Updates to the Interests Register

3.2 Identify any conflicts of interest in the agenda

4. Public Forum

5. Confirmation of Minutes

5.1 7 May 2024 6 - 8

Document number M20559

Recommendation

That the Hearing Panel

1. Confirms the minutes of the meeting of the Hearing Panel, held on 7 May 2024, as a true and correct record.

6. Temporary Road Closure - The Spectacle 9 - 24

Document number R28446

Recommendation

That the Hearing Panel

1. Receives the report Temporary Road Closure - The Spectacle (R28446) and its attachments (340448201-5763, 1355221503-13714 and 1355221503-20083, 1355221503-20960); and

2. Approves the temporary road closure as per report R28446 for The Spectacle on 14 December 2024.

7. Traffic and Parking Bylaw Updates 25 - 47

Document number R28494

Recommendation

That the Hearing Panel

1. Receives the report Traffic and Parking Bylaw Updates (R28494) and its attachments (1862260321-69034, 1862260321-68835, 1862260321-69033, 1355221503-20762, 1862260321-68836, 1862260321-68837, 1862260321-68838 and 1862260321-69424); and

2. Agrees that the process in clause 10.2 of the Traffic and Parking Bylaw is not required for resolutions to be made under the Bylaw in recommendations 3 – 7 and 9-11.

3. Approves reserved parking for car share scheme providers as outlined in 4.5 (1A, 1B and 1C) of report 28494; and in accordance with the Car Sharing Operation Policy, under clause 32.1(k) of the Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2023; and

4. Approves Millers Acre extension parking place as a P180 time restricted payment parking zone, with parking fees to apply on a pay by plate basis; and

5. Approves within Millers Acre extension parking place two reserved parks for use by disabled persons; and

6. Approves within Millers Acre extension parking place one general use EV charging park with P30 time restriction; and

7. Approves within Millers Acre extension parking place three reserved parks for use by registered car share scheme providers; and

8. Notes that the effect of the resolutions made under Part 4 of the Bylaw in relation to Millers Acre extension parking place is that Council is deemed to have authorised Millers Acre extension parking place as a parking place under s 591 Local Government Act 1974; and

9. Approves temporary relocation of 26 carparks currently reserved for carpooling adjacent to Wakatu Square while consultation occurs regarding removal; and

10. Approves restricting parking on certain roads as described in Report 28494 4.14-4.18 and shown in attachment 4; and

11. Approves amended bus stop locations as described in Report 28494 4.19 and shown in attachments 5, 6,7 and 8.

Karakia Whakamutanga

Hearing Panel Minutes - 7 May 2024

Minutes of a meeting of the

Hearing Panel

Te Rōpū Rongonga

Held in the Council Chamber, Floor 2A, Civic House, 110 Trafalgar Street, Nelson on Tuesday 7 May 2024, commencing at 9.00a.m.

Present: Councillors A Stallard (Chair), M Anderson and J Hodgson

In Attendance: Group Manager Environmental Management (M Bishop), Acting Group Manager Infrastructure (D Light), Team Leader Governance (R Byrne) and Governance Adviser (A Bryce)

Apologies : Nil

Karakia and Mihi Timatanga

1. Apologies

2. Confirmation of Order of Business

There was no change to the order of business.

3. Interests

There were no updates to the Interests Register, and no interests with items on the agenda were declared.

4. Public Forum

There was no public forum.

5. Confirmation of Minutes

5.1 22 March 2024

Document number M20505, agenda pages 5 - 7 refer.

Resolved HEA/2024/009

That the Hearing Panel

1. Confirms the minutes of the meeting of the Hearing Panel, held on 22 March 2024, as a true and correct record.

Stallard/Hodgson Carried

6. Traffic and Road Bylaw Updates - March 2024

Document number R28347, agenda pages 8 - 25 refer.

Manager Transport and Solid Waste, Margaret Parfitt, and TSA Project Manager, Trent Kleinsman, took the report as read and answered questions on line marking, cycle safety on Pascoe street crossing and confirmed that the State Highway crossing was community and NZTA driven.

Group Manager Environmental Management, Mandy Bishop, answered questions on resource consent conditions for Pascoe Street line marking.

Resolved HEA/2024/010

That the Hearing Panel

1. Receives the report Traffic and Parking Bylaw Updates (R28347) and its attachments (1355221503-18846, 1355221503-19907,1355321503-19909 and 1355321503- 19910); and

2. Approves amendments to Bylaw schedules as detailed in R28347 for:

a. Prohibition of parking on Pascoe Street (1355221503-18846); and

b. Prohibition of parking on Tahunanui and Annesbrook Drives (1355221503-19907); and

c. Prohibition of parking as part of the Streets for People Project in Motueka Street, Tipahi Street, Franklyn Street, and Kawai Street and Hampden Street West (1355321503- 19909); and

d. Pedestrian crossings at Motueka Street (1355321503- 19909); and

e. Pedestrian crossing at Songer Street (1355321503- 19910).

Hodgson/Anderson Carried

Karakia Whakamutanga

There being no further business the meeting ended at 9.20a.m.

Confirmed as a correct record of proceedings by resolution on (date)

Resolved

Item 6: Temporary Road Closure - The Spectacle

Hearing Panel

13 June 2024

Report Title: Temporary Road Closure - The Spectacle

Report Author: Gillian Dancey - Contracts Supervisor - Roading

Report Authoriser: David Light - Acting Group Manager Infrastructure

Report Number: R28446

1. Purpose of Report

1.1 To seek approval of a temporary road closure application for The Spectacle on Saturday 14 December 2024.

2. Recommendation

That the Hearing Panel

1. Receives the report Temporary Road Closure - The Spectacle (R28446) and its attachments (340448201-5763, 1355221503-13714 and 1355221503-20083, 1355221503-20960); and

2. Approves the temporary road closure as per report R28446 for The Spectacle on 14 December 2024.

3. Background

3.1 This closure is for an event, and therefore fits the requirements of Schedule 10 Clause 11(e) of the Local Government Act 1974 which comes to the Hearings Panel for approval.

3.2 It is a requirement that consultation with New Zealand Transport Agency – Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is undertaken to temporarily close any road under Schedule 10 Clause 11 of the Local Government Act 1974. Nelson City Council (NCC) and NZTA have an agreement whereby specific consultation is only required if the closure affects the State Highway or their assigned detour routes.

4. The Spectacle

4.1 Council officers received an application on 19 February 2024 from Wilsons Traffic Management, on behalf of Matthews Eyecare, to close the following roads listed below, between 12.00 noon and 10.00 pm on Saturday 14 December 2024, and as shown in Attachment 1.

· Selwyn Place – from Trafalgar Square West to Collingwood Street, including the Church Steps and the intersection with Sussex Street

· Trafalgar Square East

· Hardy Street – between Montgomery Square Carpark and Collingwood Street

· Church Street

· Morrison Street

· Hope Street

· Park Street

4.2 The Spectacle is a running event that includes adventure and road racing. The adventure racing starts up the Maitai Valley and the road races are in the centre of town. All of the races finish at the base of the Cawthron Steps in front of the Church Cathedral.

4.3 As per clause 11(e) of schedule 10 of the Local Government Act 1974, this proposed road closure will not exceed the aggregate of 31 days for any year.

4.4 Consultation with NZTA has not been undertaken due to this event not having an impact on the State Highway.

4.5 Consultation with the Police has been undertaken and they have given their approval for this event.

4.6 As per clause 11A of schedule 10 of the Local Government Act 1974, Council placed a notification in the Our Nelson on 24 April 2024 and the Nelson Mail on 10 April 2024 to notify of the applicant’s intention to close these roads and inviting feedback by 28 April 2024. The advertisement was also placed on the Council website, an email notification was undertaken, and a hand delivered letter by the applicant was delivered to directly affected businesses/residents (Attachment 2 and 3). The event organisers delivered and spoke with 173 businesses in the city centre between 14 March and 29 April 2024.

4.7 Feedback was received as detailed below:

4.7.1 Eight businesses in the central city fed back to Council that they were opposed to the road Closure. Their concerns were that it is the second Saturday before Christmas, and they worried their business will be financially affected because this is a peak time for shoppers in Nelson.

4.7.2 A resident on Sussex Street is concerned about the extra traffic along Collingwood Street. A second resident on Sussex Street expressed surprise that people would travel a long way for this event and thinks Saxton Field would be a much suited location.

4.7.3 Two individuals provided positive feedback relating to the event bringing visitors to Nelson and an event that will bring vibrancy into the city.

4.8 Uniquely Nelson representative Mr Simon Duffy has advised that by his polling, approximately 70% of businesses oppose the road closures on this date. Mr Duffy has met with event organisers several times over the past two months, helping facilitate communication with the city businesses. Feedback is that it’s a great event, but the timing is off. Mr Duffy has reassured event organisers, that should the road closure be approved, Uniquely Nelson will fully support, market and promote the event through our large consumer and business databases.

4.9 Since initial feedback was received the event organiser has visited many businesses in person and provided more information about the event. The event organiser now reports that many businesses have changed their views recognising the event as having a positive impact on the city. Officers have requested a summary of this feedback from event organisers but have not sighted it. In response to concerns raised by retailers the organisers have made a concession and now seek road closure for a reduced period of time from 3.00 pm as opposed to the original 12 noon.

4.10 Late feedback, by way of letters of support, have also been received from, the Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce, The Rutherford Hotel, Hospitality New Zealand and the Nelson Tasman Regional Development Agency. These letters are appended as Attachment 4.

4.11 No noise consent is required for this event and evidence of public liability insurance has been provided.

4.12 Council officers are satisfied that the road closure will not unreasonably impede traffic because alternative routes are available, and the extent and duration is limited.

4.13 If approved, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided to affected businesses and residences.

4.14 In the event that this event gets cancelled, the closures will not proceed, and this will be publicly notified.

5. Options

5.1 Council has two options, either to approve or decline the temporary road closure applications. Given the concession for a later road closure start time officers recommend approving the temporary road closures for this event.

Option 1: Approve the temporary road closure applications
Advantages	· Allows for the event to proceed as planned. · Brings an event and vibrancy into the city centre.
Risks and Disadvantages	· Some retail activity may be affected by road closures. · Some disgruntled retailers may not feel heard regarding the concerns about access for shoppers in the lead up to Christmas.
Option 2: Decline the temporary road closure applications
Advantages	· No disruption to roads and access to retailers. · Some retailers will feel heard regarding the concerns about access for shoppers in the lead up to Christmas.
Risks and Disadvantages	· Event organisers will have to cancel, postpone, or move the event. · A missed opportunity to bring vibrancy into the city centre.

Attachments

Attachment 1: 340448201-5763 - MAP - The Spectacle 2024 ⇩

Attachment 2: 1355221503-13714 - Letter Drop - The Spectacle ⇩

Attachment 3: 1355221503-20083 - Flyer - The Spectacle ⇩

Attachment 4: 1355221503-20960 - The Spectacle Letters of Support ⇩

Important considerations for decision making

Fit with Purpose of Local Government

The following are applicable:

• The Local Government Act 1974, Schedule 10, Temporary Prohibition of Traffic.

• The Local Government Act 2002, Clause 78, Community Views in Relation to Decisions.

This temporary road closure fits with the purpose of local government.

Consistency with Community Outcomes and Council Policy

These events contribute to our community outcomes by assisting our community to celebrate their identity and community.

Risk

If the temporary road closure is not approved, the event is at risk of not going ahead.

Financial impact

There is no financial impact for Council for this road closure.

Degree of significance and level of engagement

This matter is of medium significance because of the number of people affected and the short duration of the events. A request for feedback was advertised in Our Nelson and on the Council’s website.

Climate Impact

This decision will have no impact on the ability of the Council or District to proactively respond to the impacts of climate change now or in the future.

Inclusion of Māori in the decision making process

No engagement with Māori has been undertaken in preparing this report.

Legal context

Council’s decision must be made in accordance with Part 6 of the Local Government Act 2002.

Delegations

The Hearing Panel has the following delegations to consider temporary road closures:

Functions:

To conduct hearings and/or determine under delegated authority applications relating to the Dog Control Act 1996, all matters relating to Temporary Road Closures pursuant to Schedule 10 clause 11(e) of the Local Government Act 1974, matters relating to naming features within the city, and any other matters required for determination by Council under legislation as determined by Council.

Item 7: Traffic and Parking Bylaw Updates

Hearing Panel

13 June 2024

Report Title: Traffic and Parking Bylaw Updates

Report Author: Margaret Parfitt - Manager - Transport and Solid Waste

Report Authoriser: David Light - Acting Group Manager Infrastructure

Report Number: R28494

1. Purpose of Report

To make resolutions under the Traffic and Parking Bylaw (2023) schedules to give effect to minor safety and parking improvements.

2. Recommendation

That the Hearing Panel

2. Agrees that the process in clause 10.2 of the Traffic and Parking Bylaw is not required for resolutions to be made under the Bylaw in recommendations 3 – 7 and 9-11.

4. Approves Millers Acre extension parking place as a P180 time restricted payment parking zone, with parking fees to apply on a pay by plate basis; and

5. Approves within Millers Acre extension parking place two reserved parks for use by disabled persons; and

6. Approves within Millers Acre extension parking place one general use EV charging park with P30 time restriction; and

7. Approves within Millers Acre extension parking place three reserved parks for use by registered car share scheme providers; and

9. Approves temporary relocation of 26 carparks currently reserved for carpooling adjacent to Wakatu Square while consultation occurs regarding removal; and

10. Approves restricting parking on certain roads as described in Report 28494 4.14-4.18 and shown in attachment 4; and

11. Approves amended bus stop locations as described in Report 28494 4.19 and shown in attachments 5, 6,7 and 8.

3. Background

3.1 The Traffic and Parking Bylaw (2023) allows for the Council, in accordance with part 2 of the bylaw, to make resolutions regarding the operation of Councils roading corridors. The Council has delegated this power to the Hearings Panel. To ensure that the Bylaw is enforceable it is important to ensure that all restrictions are approved by the hearing panel and updated in Councils schedules and public facing mapping system on a regular basis.

3.2 Section 4 of the report describes proposals that officers have considered and sought feedback on. It also includes officer recommendations on each proposal.

3.3 The proposed changes are shown for indicative purposes only by plans attached to this report. The purpose of these plans is to assist the Panel to understand the nature of the changes proposed. Any actual approved changes will be updated within the existing traffic restriction schedules and on the public facing web map which is under development.

4. Discussion

Parking Places

Ride Share Carparks

4.1 The Climate Action Plan adopted by Council on 17 November 2021 included an action around the car sharing scheme which is aimed to reduce the community’s carbon footprint.

4.2 The Parking Management Plan (PMP) for the City Centre and Fringe, that was approved by Council as part of the Parking Strategy adoption in August 2022, recommended establishment of car share schemes, and to provide designated car share spaces in the Central City and fringe areas.

4.3 To designate a car share space, Council must make a resolution under clause 32.1(k) of the Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2023, applying the Car Sharing Operation Policy.

4.4 The Traffic and Vehicle Bylaw requires organisations to be approved by the Council to qualify their vehicles as "car share vehicles". Once a provider has been approved, consideration can be given to reserving parking spaces for car share vehicles. MEVO has been approved as a car share provider in accordance with Council’s Car Sharing Operation Policy.

4.5 Potential parking locations that could be designated to a car share have been identified in accordance with the Car Sharing Operation Policy, and are listed below and shown in attachment 1. Nine parks are required in the first instance and 12 are provided as options below.

Attachment 1A: Three parks at the top (eastern end) of Wakatu carpark.

Attachment 1B: Three parks at Millers Acre (EV’s) also shown in attachment 2.

Attachment 1C: Three parks at Buxton Square.

Attachment 1D: Three alternate parks if required outside the Rutherford Hotel on Nile Street or Trafalgar Square.

4.6 Engagement with nearby businesses has been carried out and feedback will be tabled on the day of the Hearing Panel meeting.

4.7 Officers recommend the Hearings Panel approve sites as described above and shown in attachment 1 A-C.

Millers Acre

4.8 Section 591 of the Local Government Act 1974 is in relation to provision of parking places and buildings and transport stations. It authorises Council to provide parking places and for that purpose take all steps necessary to adapt any land for use as a parking place.

4.9 Recent purchase of 41 Halifax Street and conversion of it into a parking place as an extension of Millers Acre requires Council to authorise that 41 Halifax Street is now a parking place and to make resolutions under the Traffic and Parking Bylaw to regulate the parking place. Under the Bylaw, Council is deemed to have authorised a parking place under s 591 of the Local Government Act 1974 if it makes a resolution under Part 4 of the Bylaw to that area.

4.10 For any parking place or transport station, the Council may by resolution

4.10.1 specify the vehicles or classes of vehicle that are entitled to use the parking place or transport station;

4.10.2 prescribe any conditions under which a parking place or transport station must be used, including time limits for parking (if it is not already a time restricted parking zone);

4.10.3 prescribe any charges that will apply to the parking place (if it is not already a payment parking zone); and

4.10.4 the manner by which such parking charges may be paid.

4.11 The parking place area, and limits or special parks within it is shown in attachment 6. Officer recommendation is to approve these for inclusion in the Traffic and Parking bylaw schedules.

4.11.1 Under clause 33.1(b) of the Traffic and Parking bylaw, Council may by resolution specify any parking place or transport station to be a time restricted parking zone. It is proposed to replicate the time limits and charges for Millers Acre (P180) on general parks as shown in attachment 2.

4.11.2 Under clause 29.2 for any parking place or transport station, the Council may by resolution reserve a parking place or transport station (or any specified part) for use by disabled persons. It is proposed to include 2 accessible carparks as shown in attachment 2.

4.11.3 Under clause 29.2 (a) of the Traffic and Parking bylaw, Council may by resolution specify the vehicles or classes of vehicle that are entitled to use the parking. It is proposed that 1 general use EV charging park with a P30 time restriction is included as in attachment 2.

4.11.4 Under clause 29.2 (a) of the Traffic and Parking bylaw, Council may by resolution specify the vehicles or classes of vehicle that are entitled to use the parking. It is proposed that 3 exclusive use EV charging parks for the carsharing provider MEVO are included as in attachment 2.

Wakatu Square Car Pooling

4.12 In March 2024 Council entered into a lease with Connings food store to establish a pop-up store in the city centre. The pop-up store will open in the building that currently houses Community Art Works. Included in the lease, which commences on 1 July 2024, is an area that will be used for short term customer parking. There are currently 26 carparks in this location that are reserved for registered carpool users at 71 & 69 Achilles Ave. As a result, these reserved carparks will need removal from the bylaw schedules.

4.13 The bylaw requires consultation to occur before changes to schedules can be considered. The lease for Connings commences on 1 July 2024 and the area is required for building alterations. An alternative site for 24 car poolers has been made available at 87 Achilles Ave until 1 August 2024 to enable required consultation before any final decision is made to remove the carpool car parks.

4.13.1 Council currently has 263 registered car poolers. There are currently other carparks available spread across the city at Kerr Street (10), Haven Road (10) and Harley Street (15). EIL report they are all well used but are open to abuse with anecdotal evidence suggesting many people using them are actually driving alone.

4.13.2 The PMP for the City Centre and Fringe recommended the carpooling scheme is reviewed in the next 12 months.

4.13.3 As part of discussion with Connings, they have asked Council to consider changing Wakatu Square from all day parking to P180 to encourage higher turnover. That issue is outside of the scope of this report and can be bought back to a future Hearings Panel for future consideration.

4.13.4 Officer recommendation – approve temporary relocation of carpooling to the location shown in attachment 3 while consultation occurs and consider permanent removal at a future Hearings Panel.

Prohibiting or Restricting Parking on Certain Roads

4.14 Bledisloe Ave at Maple Street Intersection- No Stopping

Officers received complaint from a resident about parked vehicles at the intersection blocking the live traffic lane, pushing vehicles across the centre line and into a blind corner. Officers have proposed no-stopping lines to be installed to mitigate this. Letters were dropped to seven effected residents and three responses were received all in support but would prefer to keep one car parking space on Maple Street where possible. Officers have re-designed the proposed lines and sent to the responders, who were in support of their installation as shown in attachment 4A.

4.15 Cawthron Crescent – No Stopping

Officers received a complaint from a resident that parked cars on the corner of Cawthron Crescent forced moving vehicles onto the wrong side of the road into a blind corner. Officers have proposed no-stopping lines to prohibit vehicles from parking in this area. Letters were sent to nine effected residents and received two responses- both in support and one requesting more lines be installed closer to the intersection with Waimea Road. The proposed changes are shown in attachment 4B.

4.16 Rimu Street – No Stopping

Officers received a complaint from a resident that parked cars on Rimu Street were making entering and exiting Rimu Street on to Toi Toi Street difficult and unsafe. Officers proposed no-stopping lines along both sides to prohibit vehicles parking here and sought feedback. Letters were sent to 5 effected residents and two responses were received- both in support and one asking for some parking to be retained. Officers have shortened proposed lines and re-engaged with respondents, who are in support of proposed changes as shown in attachment 4C.

4.17 Scotia Street – No Stopping

Officers have received a complaint from a resident about parked cars on Scotia Street force moving vehicles onto the wrong side of the road around a blind bend. Officers have proposed the installation of no-stopping lines to prevent vehicles from parking in this area. Letters were sent to six effected residents and one response has been received in support of the proposed lines being installed as shown in attachment 4D.

4.18 Quebec Road and Henrietta Way – No Stopping

At the 9 February Hearing Panel Councillors considered no stopping installation on Quebec Road and Henrietta Way to improve sight lines and safety. There was opposition from some residents who proposed an alternative, which reduced the extent of no stopping supported by a visibility mirror. Officers were instructed to undertake a review of the alternative option and bring the mater back to a future hearing panel. Officers have completed this review and have reconsulted with affected residence and can confirm support of this option, as shown in attachment 4E. The safety mirror location is currently being assessed and will not require Council approval or inclusion in any bylaw schedule.

Other Reserved Parking – Bus stops

4.19 The Council may by resolution reserve any parking space or other area in a road, parking place or transport station for the exclusive use of a particular class or classes of vehicle, including buses and coaches, both public and commercial. A number of minor adjustments have been made to the locations of bus stops to accommodate new shelters and based on feedback from affected parties. These are outlined below and will require updating in the schedules.

4.19.1 Outside number 249 Nayland Road. The bus stop location moved based upon feedback from the Broadgreen house. To allow for car parking out the front of Broadgreen moving the Bus Stop further away. The Council Parks department also provided feedback that the placement of a shelter should not affect the view of Broadgreen house. The final layout is shown in attachment 5.

4.19.2 Outside number 768 Atawhai Drive: The bus stop has been moved so the new shelter will not impact on the residents’ driveways. The final layout is shown in attachment 6.

4.19.3 Outside number 455 Main Road Stoke: This bus stop and associated new shelter was moved from the original location as a result of an accident. Which occurred at the intersection to the north due to poor sight lines. The final layout is shown in attachment 7.

4.19.4 On Franklyn Street the existing in-lane bus stop has been identified as a safety concern by a post-construction safety audit completed after the conclusion of the Streets for People project. It was highlighted as a safety concern because this particular stop is also the end of the route so the bus waits there for an extended period of time waiting to begin its next loop. Due to the stop being in-lane vehicles and cyclists have to cross the centre line and travel on the wrong side of the road to pass the bus which increases the risk of a head-on collision occurring. Previous engagement on the project included options for bus stop location in Franklyn Street. Feedback from Franklyn Village was that the carparks were valuable to them, so the stop was located further down the street and in the traffic lane. This has however proven unsatisfactory and potentially unsafe. A number of other locations have been considered and the preferred location opposite Franklyn Hall is now proposed. This will result in the loss of 4 on-street carparks. The final layout is shown in attachment 8.

5. Options

5.1 The Hearing Panel may choose to approve/ amend /not approve the proposed changes set out in attachments 1-8.

5.2 Officers recommend Option 1, to adopt the proposed changes as officers recommend in Report 28494 and shown in attachments 1-8.

Option 1: Adopt the proposed changes as officers recommend in Report 28494
Advantages	· Proposed changes are designed to improve safety, and efficiency.
Risks and Disadvantages	· Minor loss of on-street parking.
Option 2: Adopt the proposed changes as officers recommend in Report 28494
Advantages	· There are no identified advantages.
Risks and Disadvantages	· Failure to approve changes will result in the continued unsafe and inefficient use of the roading network.

Attachments

Attachment 1: 1862260321-69034 - Proposed Car Share reserved parks ⇩

Attachment 2: 1862260321-68838 - Millers Acre Carpark extension ⇩

Attachment 3: 1862260321-69033 - Relocation of Reserved Carpooling Wakatu Square ⇩

Attachment 4: 1355221503-20762 - Attachment 4 ⇩

Attachment 5: 1862260321- 68836 - Nayland Road Bus stop ⇩

Attachment 6: 1862260321-68835 - Atawhai Drive ⇩

Attachment 7: 1862260321-68837 - Bus Stop - Main road Stoke ⇩

Attachment 8: 1862260321-69424 - Relocation of Franklyn Street stop ⇩

Important considerations for decision making

Fit with Purpose of Local Government

The report recommendation meets current and future needs of communities in contributing to the safe use of the roading and parking network in the City.

Consistency with Community Outcomes and Council Policy

The content and recommendations of this report are consistent with Councils Community Outcomes – “Our Infrastructure is efficient, cost effective and meets current and future needs”. In particular that we have good quality, affordable and effective infrastructure, and transport networks.

This report is directly aligned to the requirements of the Parking Policy, the Traffic and Parking Bylaw and with Council’s strategic direction through the Regional Land Transport Strategy and Regional Public Transport Plan.

Risk

This is a low-risk decision as feedback has been sought from those affected by proposed changes.

Financial impact

Costs are within allocated budgets for roading improvements.

Degree of significance and level of engagement

This matter is of low significance. Businesses and residents that could be affected, have been consulted with their views considered.

Climate Impact

Proceeding with provision of the reserved carparks for car share schemes is consistent with the Climate Action Plan adopted by Council on 17 November 2021. Which included an action around the car sharing scheme which is aimed to reduce the community’s carbon footprint.

Inclusion of Māori in the decision making process

No engagement with Māori has been undertaken in preparing this report.

Legal context

This Bylaw was made pursuant to section 22AB of the Land Transport Act 1998.

The Council will review this Bylaw as and when it considers necessary. The bylaw review requirements in the Local Government Act 2002 do not apply to this Bylaw because it is not made under that Act.

Delegations

The Hearings Panel has the following delegations to consider changes to the Traffic and Parking Bylaw.

Powers to Decide:

· The power to make changes to the schedules to the Traffic and Parking Bylaw.