Ngāti Rārua recognise the challenges faced by Marlborough District Council, given the growth pressures and funding available. Ngāti Rārua submit in general support for the direction that Waikato District Council has taken in the development of the proposed district plan. Ngāti Rārua also see parts of the plan that can be improved, with a particular focus on those areas that effect Ngāti Rārua. Ngāti Rārua provide this submission to provide potential amendment and clarity of thought as to why a suggestion or amendment has been proposed. Ngāti Rārua have deliberately provided this submission focused on ‘high level’ issues to allow for greater consistency of thought throughout the proposed plan. In addition, some submission points may require further work by council staff to support the proposed long term plan direction and improve understanding for the community in general. From a Ngāti Rārua perspective, every effort should be made to reduce the amount of time required by Ngāti Rārua staff and the community to understand the plan and the implications for development. Ngāti Rārua staff face ever increasing requests for their inputs into projects and would support every opportunity for the implentation process to become more streamlined and less time consuming where possible.
Decision Requested
Shane Graham - Ngati Rarua
Name
Shane Graham Ngati Rarua
Category
Emergency Management NA
Submission
Reassigning Pouārahi funding: This proposal would shift previously approved $30,000 to fund six Marlborough marae to develop individual emergency preparedness plans this year. The money was originally approved to fund one-third of a Pouārahi (adviser) position with Tasman and Nelson, which is no longer possible. This proposal would directly fund resilience plans, which was an original outcome for the funds. There is no impact on rates. Support: Yes Could this funding be given to Kotahi o Te Tauihu Trust as they have this responsibility across the three councils?
Decision Requested
Shane Graham - Ngati Rarua
Name
Shane Graham Ngati Rarua
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Marlborough Events Centre Scenic Hotel Group has managed and operated the Marlborough Convention Centre for 13 years. With the lease now expired, Council is negotiating with Marlborough Civic Theatre Trust (MCTT) to manage the centre in the future. Both Destination Marlborough and the MCTT recommend renaming the facility to the Marlborough Events Centre, which better describes the range of activities it hosts. Because of ongoing negotiations and uncertainty of events due to Covid-19, Council proposes allocating $1.05 million ($550,000 in 2021-2022, and $250,000 for each of the next two years) from the Forestry and Land Development Reserve for deferred maintenance and to cover fixed operating costs over the next three years. Bookings for the Centre have continued through this transition and are currently being managed by MCTT. The economic benefit to Marlborough of just one such booking is estimated at over $900,000. Suggest a more culturally appropriate name could be given to what is seen as a Eurocentric facility in our town
Decision Requested
Shane Graham - Ngati Rarua
Name
Shane Graham Ngati Rarua
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Extending CCTV and free Wi-Fi: This proposal would expand both of these networks in Blenheim and Picton to enhance safety and convenience. The CCTV expansion, which was a request by Police, would be funded by reserves in 2021-2022. Increased maintenance and management of both services would be funded from general rates. The rates impact in 2021-2022 would be $32,865 or $1.23 on average per rateable property. Definitely support. Footage has been used internationally to highlight discriminatory practices against indigenous people and with racism and bias not on the decline this is one way to keep our people safe. Small Townships Programme: This proposal extends $500,000 in annual funding for this programme by three years to 2031 to create unique identities and attractive central spaces in small towns throughout Marlborough. Funding comes from Blenheim vicinity and rural areas that are part of the programme. There would be no immediate rating impact as this programme was already approved through to 2028. What constitutes a small township though? Spring Creek should be considered one with many Rārua whānau living there.
Decision Requested
Shane Graham - Ngati Rarua
Name
Shane Graham Ngati Rarua
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
MDC should work with iwi to become developers in their own right as iwi provide a mix of commercial and social options that modern day developers don’t.
Decision Requested
Shane Graham - Ngati Rarua
Name
Shane Graham Ngati Rarua
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Other than continuing to support iwi in this space. Religious entities have become big players due to policy and land issues, time to change the landscape and council can advocate for this.
Decision Requested
Shane Graham - Ngati Rarua
Name
Shane Graham Ngati Rarua
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Many of our whānau work in town and have to pay parking. For their costs to increase by 50% is unfair. This proposal will only benefit those who don’t need to work in town and are literally ‘popping in’ to do a few jobs.
Do your job that we pay you to do Stop funding and building things that we already have build a burn out pad for the teens so they stop mucking up the roads and stop an accident waiting to happen build it get them to pay a toll 10 -20 bucks to use it. Ban 1080 in the region be the first region in New Zealand to fully not use 1080. Let the wild life live for future generations to see and hunt
Gordon Ferguson -
Name
Gordon Ferguson
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Support Redwoodtown but not for the weighbridges
Decision Requested
Gordon Ferguson -
Name
Gordon Ferguson
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Ban 1080 that will help with freshwater How about be the first region in New Zealand to be 1080 free nz first be the leaders not the sheep. I want my kids to grow up with wild animals an birds in the bush not just dead silence. An fresh clean water to play swim an drink 1080 mucks up everything don’t believe me go in the bush after a drop an you’ll see. Wake up
Allan Gifford Tuamarina Vintage Traction and Machinery Club
Category
Community Facilities NA
Submission
Through you, I write to MDC to register on behalf of the Tuamarina Vintage Traction and Machinery Club, a request for advice and assistance for funding, consenting and servicing for the proposed new facility to an approved site as offered to the Club at Brayshaw Park by Mr John Larcome of Park Administrators. A delegation from the Club met a couple of months ago with Dean Heiford and Jodie Griffiths regarding the above request, and we are happy to follow their advice. The Club has a collection of Heritage Classic Items, some rare that need secure premises for restoration, storage and Public viewing and appreciation, ( an inventory will be provided for the hearing ). Without proper housing these exhibits tend to deteriorate rapidly and are lost for good with future generations losing the opportunity to keep in touch with the past. The facility needs to be capable of heavy loadings, for example traction engines weighing in individually between 12 and 20 tonnes, there are likely to be 6 engines onsite, height is needed also as a Wooden Threshing mill is over 4m high for example. Stationary exhibits require room for public display. A workshop area is essential with power supply etc for working on machinery. The Club is Health and Safety conscious and with aging members and the general public visiting safety is of paramount importance. Park Administrators have pegged a site for the proposed facility, we need MDC to assist with consent and compliance. We have $96,000 cash, however, some working capital is required to be retained. The site is more accessible for the General public, less travelling for members on work days, is fit for purpose. We are seeking quotations for a 42metre by 15metre fully enclosed building at present. We ask MDC for guidance for funding, assistance for accessing funds such as the Lotteries Commission, MDC long term plan for example. Please note, The Morrison family have provided the site going back to the mid 1960's and with a complete change in direction in their farming operations, all parties agree to an amicable "move" but, The Tuamarina Vintage Traction and Machinery Club stays the same. I look forward to your response,
Decision Requested
Allan Gifford - Tuamarina Vintage Traction and Machinery Club
INTRODUCTION Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira has a vision that sees a strong, vibrant and influential iwi, firmly grounded in our cultural identity and leading change to enable whanau wellbeing and prosperity. Revitalising and strengthening our identity as whānau, hapū and iwi, advancing the health and wellbeing of whānau, growing a sustainable economic base, nurturing a resilient environment to sustain future generations, and building a strong organisation founded on leadership and connection are key objectives that Ngāti Toa seek to pursue in partnership with our Council partners. These objectives are key to sustaining intergenerational prosperity. From a Mana Whenua perspective, our indigeneity informs the lens we apply to the various issues that face each of the Council’s that operate within the rohe of Ngāti Toa. We therefore support any opportunity to empower Mana Whenua to engage in decision-making in their community. It is necessary that the appropriate lens to Te Ao Māori is applied to all infrastructural and innovative projects taking place in and around Marlborough District Council district and at all levels. This ensures that the prosperity and growth the community is calling for reflects a holistic approach.
Decision Requested
Rangitopeora Wiremu - Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Name
Rangitopeora Wiremu Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Water infrastructure is a concern across Aotearoa. This is evidenced by the fact that the Three Waters Review is currently being undertaken at central government level. Poor water infrastructure has significant adverse cultural effects, that will only be compounded as we deal with the impacts of climate change. Te Rūnanga O Toa Rangtira considers that the bulk infrastructure investment that is required to support our defence against climate change should be a top priority in setting the baseline funding for the next 10 years for Marlborough District Council. The Council will need to prioritise the funding allocation and resourcing requirements for the upgrade to the infrastructure network as the trajected population growth across Marlborough is on the rise. Current band aid solutions will not work. These issues will require a rethink about alternative strategies for infrastructure requirements going forward. This will include seeking access to central Government funding to ensure that a forward projected plan can allow comprehensive planned growth in a context which considers climate change and advers environmental effects as key considerations of a planned infrastructure network upgrade. Whilst planning for grouth and development is required under the National Policy Statement for Urban Development we must actively consider the requirments under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management in Particular, Te Mana O Te Wai. As Marlborough’s water quality is in better shape than other regions, complying with national requirements cannot be seen as ‘unfortunate’, more an opportunity to align water standards nationally and apply a lens that incorporates opportunity for true interchange. Te Mana O Te Wai, is more than a new series of freshwater management rules, it offers the opportunity for Mana Whenua and govt at all levels to support the necessary changes New Zealanders have been calling for to consider the value of our water alongside our clean green image. It may not appear vital to consult further on the entire programme of infrastructure works (as stated in the current LTP). However, the essential nature of such works - specifically with the necessity to ensure resilience against climate action makes this an ever evolving issue. There is a clear need to strengthen engagment and interchange process between Council, stakeholders and Mana Whenua treaty partners to ensure that the LTP is not the only and final opporutnity to speak to our needs as a culturally diverse community.
Decision Requested
Rangitopeora Wiremu - Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Name
Rangitopeora Wiremu Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Current investments in the econmony must consider a multi-dimensional approach that celebrates the collaborative value between Council and Mana Whenua. Ngāti Toa are concerned that we are not a part of the planning or design of the economic portfolio for Marlborough District Council. Our Uri also strongly contribute to the district economy, as is indicated in the plan, our whanaunga and her business are featured in full page print on page 9 . If our people are to feature in the plan as visual representation of economical growth, we should be a part of where and how they can benefit from this plan before it is released for further consultation from the rest of the community. We cannot support the proposed investments in the econmony without a clear understanding of how and where output from the likes of Blenheim Business Association, Malborough Events Centre, Garden Marlborough and Autumn Events Guides support Mana Whenua and our path to intergenerational prosperity. It is preferred that collabroative efforts are established, so that Mana Whenau might support Marlborough District Council in bolstering a holistic and robust economic portfolio. Our people are calling for prosperity and economic resilience, in a changing natural environment. We would like to speak to where and how these investments are going to also maintain the agricultural and environmental welfare that are the foundations for Marlborough City’s commerce.
Decision Requested
Rangitopeora Wiremu - Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Name
Rangitopeora Wiremu Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Climate Change and Investing in our Environment. It is essential that Council are proactive and begin to respond to climate change immediately. The general direction of Government policy has already been signalled through various mechanisms, such as the establishment of the New Zealand Climate Change Commission, the Climate Change Response Act 2002, the Climate Change Response (Zero Carbon) Amendment Act 2019, the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme and the Carbon Neutral Government Programme. We would encourage local investment in a suite of actions that include mitigation, adaptation, resilience, leadership and innovation. The nature of central government policy is forever changing. If we are to meet the targets set in the Paris Agreement, waiting for Government direction is not preferred. Ngāti Toa have concerns that the current LTP does not speak to the necessary urgency in planning for climate action. Marlborough District Council is responsible for one fifth of New Zealand’s coastline, which will expose residents to increasing risk. Climate change is upon us and the effects to our environment and surroundings are going to severely shift the way our people celebrate their livelihood. Our whakapapa informs the indigenous lens we apply when considering issues in the LTP. Climate action and the well-being of our environment is not viewed as a key issue to approach. But the most important overarching theme that we ensure is considered with all key issues outlined in the plan. We must act now! We support proposed investment in seabed mapping. There is opportunity to understand the value of our marine bio-diversity and the eco-systems that will need our ongoing protection in our defence against climate action. Ngāti Toa look forward to the opportunity to collaborate further in future with Council so that we might collate, understand, and enact our roles as kaitiaki with an applied indigenous lens. We support Council intentions to fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Te Mana O Te Wai (Freshwater Management). However, we prefer Council to further consider where and how these costs are obtained. These improvements are not just environmental investments – they are also infrastructural and economic. The intergenerational prosperity our communities are calling for relies on a robust freshwater system to thrive across all facets of growth.
Decision Requested
Rangitopeora Wiremu - Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Name
Rangitopeora Wiremu Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Housing Affordability, Intensification and investing in our Community. Aotearoa New Zealand currently faces a housing crisis. With the increase in housing vulnerability and the struggle of everyday people to keep a roof over their heads, the focus on affordable housing and intensification an important one. From a Mana Whenua perspective this is particularly relevant given that our people have a right to continue to live and work within their own rohe. It does not sit comfortably with Ngāti Toa that external market forces govern where and how our people can live. This impacts on our ability to manaaki our manuhiri, express our hau kainga or fulfil our kaitiaki obligations. A focus on affordable housing can help to relieve pressures that currently exist in this regard. However, growth and development, as required under the National Policy Statement for Urban Development must be balanced alongside requirements under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management, in particular, Te Mana o Te Wai.
Decision Requested
Rangitopeora Wiremu - Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Name
Rangitopeora Wiremu Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Ngāti Toa support significant community spending in the proposed projects for our Kaumatua/elderly in terms of Senior Housing. The option to support Councils further investigation around Council intervention in housing matters, beyond its mandated role is only appropriate if approached in partnership with iwi to ensure that as partners we enhance the quality of housing for our community together. The diagram on page 23, illustrates roles that housing stakeholders currently hold with council however does not appropriately speak to how we approach our responsibilities in our rohe. To be clear, Ngati Toa is not a key stakeholder or potential partner. Under Treaty Settlement, we maintain our role as Treaty Partners with Marlborough District Council.
Decision Requested
Rangitopeora Wiremu - Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
1. Roads: The present system for vehicle registration encourages people to use large and dangerous "guel guzzlers". A system that would see registration fees increase with the size of the engine (ie; a mini pays $100 and a V8 or large ute pays $1000) is better. 2. Houses and rates: Rating should be changed to a local government income tax with no GST and a moderate tax on houses increasing with value of house. High income earners with high value houses would pay more and help share the wealth and "close the gaps".
Decision Requested
Decrease debt. Stop wasting on "white elephant" infrastructure like parking house building. Get industries like forestry/logging or farming, fish farming, wine/vineyards, to pay for infrastructure that they require and restoration for damage to the environment. Bring back the size and weight and speed of trucks to what they were prior to Stephen Joyce's changes.
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
1. Support the upgrade to Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater systems as this upgrade is necessary. 2. Oppose new weighbridges as those existing ones are good enough.
Decision Requested
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
I oppose all of those as they should be financed and funded by those who profit from those events and not by pensioner rate and tax payers like myself who do not profit from those investments and events.
Decision Requested
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Corporates and farmers who profit directly from our environment should finance its protection, especially the wine industry which is making huge profits that end up going overseas.
Decision Requested
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Safety is guaranteed by an efficient fire brigade and police force. COVID-19 is non-existent. Facilities and infrastructure are above average. We've already got too many visitors and we would rather have less trafic on our roads.
Decision Requested
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
COVID-19 is non-existent in Marlborough and enough corporates and businesses have already taken financial advantage of the govt support and the gap between rich and poor has widened in spite of govt promises to close it! I oppose any rates increase.
Decision Requested
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
While in govt, National sold a lot of state houses to align with "the market". Now Labour refuses stubbornly to introduce Capital Gains Tax. These facts led to unaffordable housing and homelessness.
Decision Requested
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Build more affordable homes. Introduce Marlborough wide capital gains tax to keep speculators out of "The Market". Impose higher rates on luxurious and extravagant "mansions", while dropping rates for low income earners to keep older owner-occupiers in their homes. More studies are not needed but action is. Get cracking! There has already been too many studies and reports.
Decision Requested
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
As long as seniors are not going to be ripped off by high rents.
Decision Requested
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Too many people take their hugh SUV's and oversized trucks into town at the rate of only one person per vehicle. Doubling parking fees would penalise those lazy people and get them to bike or walk. I object to any rate increase even $9.33, which penalises those who do not take their car into town.
Decision Requested
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Maintain target levels of service and only make improvements where and when required. Industries like forestry/logging and the wine industry must fund and finance the infrastructure that they require for their operations. Same for trucking. Growth is always at the cost of the environment!
Decision Requested
Alain Bassin -
Name
Alain Bassin
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I oppose any rates increase. We already pay too much for what we get. Try saving instead. I oppose increasing debt. I oppose wasting money on "white elephant" infrastructure like the concrete pathway along the Taylor River Reserve, which only creates conflicts between different users. To save money, decrease debt.
We thank the Marlborough District Council for the opportunity to submit on the Long Term Plan Consultation Document 2021-2031. We welcome further discussions and clarification on any of the points made in this submission. Finally, this submission represents the views of Wine Marlborough Ltd and may not necessarily represent the views of individual members.
Decision Requested
Nicci Armour - Wine Marlborough
Name
Nicci Armour Wine Marlborough
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Investing in Infrastructure 13. We ask that local road maintenance that may impact harvest activities is prioritised outside the wine industry harvest window, particularly from mid-March to mid-April. We respectfully request that we are consulted with in the planning and scheduling of road maintenance are the peak harvest period. 14. We support the proposed investment in infrastructure and request that Council consult with the wine industry on the new weighbridges for waste management.
Decision Requested
Nicci Armour - Wine Marlborough
Name
Nicci Armour Wine Marlborough
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Investing in the Economy 15. With the external review of Council’s economic development now three years old, we suggest that an updated strategy that considers changed conditions in the region due to Covid-19 could be developed and may better meet the needs of the region. 16. In an updated strategy, we suggest that Council explore options for an economic development strategy that aligns and leverages the existing knowledge and expertise of the: • Chamber of Commerce • Blenheim Business Association • Business Trust Marlborough • Council’s economic development programmes: Smart Business Marlborough and Marlborough Smart+Connected These organisations and initiatives are at times in competition under current conditions. With a small service region, we suggest that it is in the best interests of the business community and our region to achieve greater synergy between these organisations and Council’s economic development team. 17. We ask that Council explore options for an external economic development function as part of a revised economic development strategy. 18. While we are supportive of economic development activities that foster growth in the region, we are concerned by the lack of visibility of a business case to justify investment in three new sectors, namely the technology, food, and screen sectors. A business case for these investments should be available to the community and published alongside the LTP. If this is available, it is difficult to find, and we suggest it could be linked in the LTP consultation document. 19. We are supportive of increased funding to foster economic growth but feel this funding ($100,000 pa) should be targeted towards consolidating, capitalising on, and enhancing the existing economic activity in the region. 20. For example, growing the technology sector, could instead take an applied approach to support the development and application of technology in the wine industry. This would deliver direct value to Marlborough’s biggest industry, while building the resources and infrastructure to scale a technology sector in 3-5 years. The Bragato Research Institute is a clear candidate for leading such work. 21. We are supportive of investment in the food sector and notably this complements Wine Marlborough’s strategic plan for the wine industry. 22. We are not supportive of investment in a new screen sector for Marlborough at this time. 23. In addition to the economic impact study on the Garden Marlborough Event, we feel it is equally important to prioritise and fund an economic and social study for the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival as one of two premier events for the region (refer to Marlborough Regional Events Strategy 2020-2022). Notably, the last evaluation of the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival was undertaken in 2015. A Council funded study would assist the wine industry further position this as an event that drives even more value to the community, particularly in this time of uncertainty due to Covid-19.
Decision Requested
Nicci Armour - Wine Marlborough
Name
Nicci Armour Wine Marlborough
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Investing in the Environment 24. In fulfilling its obligtions under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 (NPS-FM), it is crucial to the adoption and the success of this work for the comminity and industry, for Council to consult closely with industry. We ask that Council consult early and collaboratively with Wine Marlborough and the Marlborough wine industry on implementation of the NPS-FM. 25. We acknowledge the excellent level of engagement the MDC of obtained in their Catchment Care Program.
Decision Requested
Nicci Armour - Wine Marlborough
Name
Nicci Armour Wine Marlborough
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Investing in the Community 26. Investing in a vibrant, thriving community is critical to the success of our industry and intersects with the wellbeing of the people in our industry, labour attraction and retention strategies, and our vision to “become the world’s greatest wine region”. 27. We support initiatives that bring our our community together and enrich the quality of life of Marlborough residents. 28. We further support initiatives that celebrate the uniquness and diversity of Marlborough, and we ask that more consideration is given to understanding and connecting to Marlborough’s cultural heritage. 29. We support the Innovating Streets proposal and the Small Townships Programme. We look forward to further industry and community engagement on this across the region.
Decision Requested
Nicci Armour - Wine Marlborough
Name
Nicci Armour Wine Marlborough
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Housing 30. Housing is a critical issue for our industry. We have specific considerations related to seasonal labour and accomodation. However, the housing crisis continues to have an increasing impact on our industry and our people. 31. We support Council’s proposal to expand its core role in housing matters. 32. We urge Council to invest in consultation beyond the the National Policy Statement on Urban Development and take the lead in developing a place-based housing strategy that meets the needs of Marlborough and our community. 33. We recommend that Council read and consider the application of the proposed housing ecosystem and new framework for housing outlined in the “How We Live” report.
Decision Requested
Nicci Armour - Wine Marlborough
Name
Nicci Armour Wine Marlborough
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Infrastructure Strategy 34. An upgrade of the Blenheim Wastewater Treatment Plant is included in the Infrastructure Strategy. An upgraded is needed to meet increasing volumes of wastewater particularly from the wine industry, but also to meet higher standards for effluent discharge. Consultation with the wine industry as a significant user is critical for the upgrade but we wish to signal this here despite it falling under a separate consultation process.
Decision Requested
Nicci Armour - Wine Marlborough
Name
Heather Davies Esat Coast Protection Group
Category
Environmental Protection NA
Submission
A Summary of the reason for our submission: Increased access and knowledge of the ease of access to this piece of coastline has resulted in a huge increase in people pressure on this coastline. There are no rules, protocols or expected behaviours communicated to the public resulting in the rapid degradation of the coastal natural character. ( see below for expansion) Expansion on the reasons for our submission: 1. The East Coast Protection Society was formed after a series of meetings beginning in February 2017 to ascertain the direction, and identify issues concerning the parties present around the protection of the coastline from Marfell’s Beach to the Waima River. A submission was placed on the MDC Long Term Plan 2018 - 2028. We thank the Council for the progress they have made on addressing the issues raised in that submission and request the processes that have been started are continued to ensure long term protection. 2. The objectives of the ECPG are: To protect and enhance the coastal environment and biodiversity of the East Coast Marlborough from Marfell’s Beach to the Waima River; To inform and educate visitors and the community of the special nature of this coastal environment. To recognise the special geological effects from the Kaikoura Earthquake on the flora and fauna and the marine environment. 3. The MDC Marlborough Coastal Study 2014 highlights the very high level of natural character and the diversity of species within this area. The natural isolation afforded to the area by landforms and tide had historically limited people access to much of this coastline. 4. There has been a steady increase in the human use of the area as our standard of living and tourist numbers have increased, and as machines that aid access have become more available. The uplift that occurred during the 2016 earthquake removed some of the natural land and tide barriers and captured human curiosity. The result has been many more people using the area. 5. Many of the people have a lack of understanding of the coastal processes and ecology, the natural and human history, and the affects of their use on these. Coastal dunes are being damaged, birds and animals are being disturbed, and conflicts are occurring between coastal users. 6. Many areas in New Zealand are experiencing similar issues with respect to large increases in people pressure as more people are utilising beaches. Each region is developing its own set of criteria, utilising provisions under various legislation, creating solutions through both regulatory and nonregulatory means. 7. We recognise that the multiple government organisations with the legislative mandate to manage, protect and enhance both this coastal area and public access to it increases the complexity of the task. As our local government, MDC will always be central to this. We thank you for the efforts MDC and the other government agency have been putting in, and reinforce the urgency of utilising the legislation to create pathways to stop the damage that is occuring, whilst achieving access to the coastal activities that local people value. 8. Please consider our requested outcomes and allow us to continue to partner with MDC to care for this very special piece of coastline.
Decision Requested
Decision we would like Council to make: Include the area from the Awatere River to the south of Marlborough as an area of environmental focus in the Long Term plan. Include in this: 1. Update and continue the established timeline to achieve outcomes that will ensure the landscape, natural features and biodiversity are managed, protected, enhanced and valued. 2. Utilise the appropriate legislation and consulting processes to establish rules based order, public access, and protection. 3. Ensure there are resources budgeted to achieve scientific research into the biodiversity, ecosystems and natural processes of the coastline, along with research into the impacts people are having on this area to aid the democratic processes and provide the base for an education programme for the public.
Heather Davies - Esat Coast Protection Group
Name
Heather Davies Esat Coast Protection Group
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
South Marlborough’s Coastal Environment, particularly the area from Marfell’s Beach to the Waima (Ure) River. We support MDC investing in infrastructure including roading, car parks, boat launching areas, public toilets and clean tap water to keep up with the ever increasing population demands on our natural areas.
Decision Requested
Heather Davies - Esat Coast Protection Group
Name
Heather Davies Esat Coast Protection Group
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
We support MDC investing in scientific research, regulation and education to ensure that people have access to information to enable them to understand and respect the biodiversity of our region. We however, do not consider the plan is specific enough, in that it does not provide any specific focus on, or defined outcomes for the South Marlborough coastline.
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Sport Tasman supports the Council’s proposed additional investment for significant projects related to the provision of sport and recreation facilities, in line with the Regional Sport and Active Recreation Spaces and Places Strategy for the Top of the South Island. Sport Tasman supports the Council’s loan guarantee proposal for the Stadium 2000 Trust to assist with its delivery of physical activity opportunities, in line with our support of and belief in, fit for purpose sport facilities. Sport Tasman advocates that Council continues to develop all opportunities possible for walkways and cycleways, as they encourage an improvement in our environment through lower greenhouse gas emissions, and their encouragement of healthier, more active communities.
Decision Requested
Nigel Muir - Sport Tasman
Name
Nigel Muir Sport Tasman
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Sport Tasman strongly supports the connection and education opportunities for rangatahi to engage with the environment, partnering with groups such as DoC and the Marlborough Youth Trust. We would ask the Council to continue to support these initiatives. We support the development of active transport because of the benefits to the environment and opportunities for healthier, more active communities.
Decision Requested
Nigel Muir - Sport Tasman
Name
Nigel Muir Sport Tasman
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Sport Tasman encourages the Council to continue to invest grant dollars into general community wellbeing and physical activity opportunities as part of creating a healthy, vibrant community. We encourage 50% of any such grants be aimed at encouraging more activity for our youth, in particular those who are missing out. We support Council investment in community led initiatives, particularly involving young people. We offer our support to Council in working with us around learnings and opportunities for rangatahi to be active.
Decision Requested
Nigel Muir - Sport Tasman
Name
Samantha Baxter Marlborough Children's and Youth Theatre
Samantha Baxter - Marlborough Children's and Youth Theatre
Name
Kevin Prendergast
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
I would like Council to look at the possibility of,a truck only road from the Resource Recovery Centre to Blue Gums landfill Taylor Pass.
Decision Requested
Forward thinking and planning heavy truck movements away from residential areas.
Kevin Prendergast -
Name
Judy Claasen
Category
Other NA
Submission
Sunday Market There are a number of stallholders that would like to trade on a Sunday. There is no market on a Sunday that allows arts, craft and 2nd hand goods to be sold. Often the Saturday markets are weather affected or we find people often work or have sport commitments and can't attend. There would be benefit to the CBD if we could have a market close to town. This is a non-profit market and I won't make any personal gain.
Decision Requested
* Help in streamlining the proces to use the carparking building and covering associated costs involved. * Investigate a fully covered market option. * Help facilitate access to existing market such as Rotary Saturday Market to operate Sunday as well or help in set up of new market.
Judy Claasen -
Name
Greg Colquhoun
Category
Water Supply NA
Submission
Subsidised Domestic/Residential Water Storage If ever there was a time to encourage additional water sotrage on residential properties in Marlborough it is now. NIWA predict ever increasing drought events in our region. A scheme to provide interest free loans to existing homes and new builds to purchase and install up to 30,000 Lt rain water tanks where practical. This could mean a back up water supply in the event of say drought or water restrictions, and may also mean the difference between paying or not paying for excess water where the supply is on a meter. The loan could be repaid via rate demands over a period set by Council. If a property should sell prior to the loan being fully paid off then the balance of said loan would have to be paid to the Council at point of sale. I have lived in a region for many years where the only water supply was from stored rain water. Water is too precious to see simply disappear down a drainpipe.
Please refer to attached document on Biosecurity, Environmental Issues broadly
Decision Requested
Debs Martin - Forest & Bird, Marlborough Branch and National Officer
Name
Debs Martin Forest & Bird, Marlborough Branch and National Officer
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
12.\tForest & Bird supports the proposed investment in fulfilling the obligations under the NPSFM 2020; and to process the remaining data for the seabed mapping in Te Hoiere/Pelorus Sound.
Decision Requested
Debs Martin - Forest & Bird, Marlborough Branch and National Officer
Name
Debs Martin Forest & Bird, Marlborough Branch and National Officer
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Housing 13.\tForest & Bird recognises the need to improve housing outcomes for Marlborough District: a.\tWe support urban intensification, alongside implementation of an urban greening plan. These two must go hand-in-hand. Urban development must not be at the expense of the environment. b.\tUrban planting should provide habitat for native species, for both plants and animals. The presence of nature in urban areas enables a greater connection with nature and helps enable our communities to appreciate what is around them more fully. c.\tDevelopment out of the town centre must be affordable, well-placed, and be well designed so as to reduce impacts on the environment and ensure it is not business as usual - creating more commuters, more significant infrastructure, and compromising natural areas. d.\tAlternatives to on-site water storage, grey- and black-water disposal systems need to be considered, e.g. hot composting for human manure; opportunities for filtration and irrigation of greywater; re-use systems within homes or clustered communities.
Decision Requested
Debs Martin - Forest & Bird, Marlborough Branch and National Officer
Name
Debs Martin Forest & Bird, Marlborough Branch and National Officer
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
14.\tWe generally support the notion of an infrastructure strategy that looks at future resilience in the face of events - both short and long term, like the effects of climate change which can range from storm events through to longer term seasonal drought impacts, and longer term implications. 15.\tWe do not believe that the issues are given more than a cursory mention in the long-term plan - and do not actually discuss what might be needed to support a longer term infrastructure, e.g. with reduced freshwater inputs possible, what actions are being taken to reduce the demand on water where this can be achieved. 16.\tForest & Bird stresses the need for Councils to join together and obtain funding from the Government's Three Waters reform to undertake appropriate action with respect to improving freshwater outcomes in existing communities and proposed developments
Decision Requested
Debs Martin - Forest & Bird, Marlborough Branch and National Officer
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Other NA
Submission
Decision Requested
To accept that the Sounds Admin Rural Rating area needs exclusion from many proposed increases.
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Not appropriate to the Sounds Admin Rural Rating area.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Not appropriate to the Sounds Admin Rural Rating area.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
But only for the Sounds issues.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Controls on visitor numbers to the Sounds needed.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Need for special approach to Sounds Admin Rural Rating area.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Not if any changes to Sounds Admin Rural Rating area are involved.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Never applicable to Sounds Admin Rural Rating area.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Not applicable to Sounds Admin Rural Rating area.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Support option 1 except that no rating impact on Sounds Admin Rural Rating area.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Rates not for Sounds Admin Rural Rating area.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Not relevant to Sounds Admin Rural Rating area.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Monyeen Wedge Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Not many areas are appropriate or relevant for the Sounds Admin Rural Rating area where about 90% of the people are holiday home owners and all have sea access only.
Decision Requested
Monyeen Wedge - Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association
Name
Peter Johnstone
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
The LTP is an ideal opportunity to start re-framing the current trajectory of Marlborough's investment in roads away from a carbon-powered motor-vehicle centric approach, and towards more carbon-neutral approach.
Decision Requested
More investment in facilities for walking, cycling and alternative vehicles by diverting some of the planned funding for traditional roading. More pedestrian friendly streets. More cycle paths that can be used to get from A to B. Facilities for parking and charging e-vehicles including e-scooters. Covered secure cycle parking in the CBD and satellite retail areas.
Peter Johnstone -
Name
Peter Johnstone
Category
Resource Consents NA
Submission
At present it seems that commercial developments are required to include car parking spaces but not any facilities for cycles, e-scooters, etc.
Decision Requested
New commercial developments should be required to provide facilities for cycles and alternative vehicles
Peter Johnstone -
Name
Peter Johnstone
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I don't support the printing of the event guides; digital distribution of this information would be more effective and less costly. I don't support commissioning an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough; this seems to be an unnecessary use of funds. I do support increasing spending for economic development for the technology and screen sectors as these can be relatively "clean" economic Activities. I would support further economic development funding for fostering sustainable technology development in the region.
Decision Requested
Peter Johnstone -
Name
Peter Johnstone
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I believe that believe that the LTP is completely lacking in vision for Council's role in responding to climate change. Climate change is mentioned just eight times in the consultation document, and always in conjunction with "mitigation". Where is the council's vision and goals for reducing the region's contribution to climate change and moving towards a carbon neutral future? New Zealand has committed to reduce its climate change impact at multiple levels from international agreements such as the Paris Accord, through to the Climate Change Response (Zero Carbon) Amendment Act 2019. At the local level Council has a responsibility to plan and enact changes that support our climate change commitments. The Climate Change Commission have already made a number of draft recommendations around actions and strategies that can be taken at all levels of the community such as changes to land use, waste management, and reducing transport emissions - all of which fall within Council's remit.
Decision Requested
Peter Johnstone -
Name
Peter Johnstone
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Ongoing investment in and maintenance of the excellent community facilities of Marlborough is essential. I also support the additional proposals for community funding, and in particular the Innovating Streets proposal if this leads towards more pedestrian, cycle and alternative vehicle friendly CBD environments in Picton and Blenheim.
Decision Requested
Peter Johnstone -
Name
Peter Johnstone
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I support the change to Option 1 and in particular the reduced contribution for Small Homes.
Decision Requested
Peter Johnstone -
Name
Peter Johnstone
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Free parking encourages the increased use of motor vehicles in the CBD. As part of the LTP and Council's climate change response increased use of motor vehicles in the CBD should be discouraged, and use of alternative modes of transportation to the CBD encouraged. I would support reinstatement of paid parking with some of the fees being used for planning and development of facilities for pedestrians, cyclists and alternative vehicles (e.g. e-Scoooter parking & charging)
Decision Requested
Peter Johnstone -
Name
Peter Johnstone
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
The LTP consultation document addresses climate change resilience but does not specifically address environmental sustainability. Water, waste and transport infrastructure investments need to be viewed with the perspective of their impact on the long term sustainability of the resources and the impact of their use.
Destination Marlborough wishes to recommend the following to Councillors as they consider the 2021-2031 Long Term Plan: 1.\tSupport continued investment by Council to destination marketing to attract visitors to Marlborough to grow the value of the visitor economy, with these services delivered by Destination Marlborough and Marlborough i-SITEs on behalf of the region. 2.\tSupport MBIEs directive to develop a regional Destination Management Plan in alignment with the 2019 New Zealand-Aotearoa Tourism Strategy. 3.\tContinued support of the tourism and hospitality sector in Marlborough as one that is highly exposed to the impacts of the pandemic.
Decision Requested
We submit that the Marlborough District Council include in the Long-Term Plan: 1.\tMaintain current funding levels for Destination Marlborough supporting marketing, product development, capability building, and visitor information provision (i-SITEs) for the Marlborough region. 2.\tMake provision to allow Destination Marlborough the opportunity to approach Marlborough District Council on a case-by-case basis for support as borders reopen and/or qualified unbudgeted tourism opportunities arise that support our highly vulnerable and impacted tourism and hospitality sector.
Jacqui Lloyd - Destination Marlborough
Name
Margaret McHugh Picton Marlborough Sounds Tourism Inc
Submissions to: Marlborough District Council 2021 Annual & Long term Plan We seek Marlborough District Council’s support, resources, and non-financial support which might include assistance of staff with any or all of the items below: 1. Picton Waitohi Pools & Wellness Centre Charitable Trust (Registered Charity #CC57323) Access to MDC resources to begin preparation for the necessary detailed Feasibility Study 2. Picton Groups Facilitation (like Blenheim 2019)\t\t\t\t\tcost: $2,000 Engage Liz Webb or similar facilitator to lead group facilitation with specific Picton focus \tParticipants\tPicton Marlborough Sounds Tourism \t\t\tPicton Business Group \t\t\tPicton Smart & Connected \t\t\tMarlborough Chamber of Commerce \t\t\tDestination Marlborough \t\t\tBusiness Trust Marlborough \t\t\tMarlborough District Council 3. Picton Weather Station - finishing the job\t\t\t\t\tcost: time Lobby to get MDC resources to lobby media (TV1, TV3 and radio) to include Picton on the TV, radio and multi media weather forecasts and reports\t\t 4. Webcams\t- 3 webcams on Picton Foreshore and Elevation \t\t\tcost: $2,000 Instal 3 webcams to compliment the weather station. (see Met Office website) 5. Picton Greeters\t- uniforms\t\t\t\t\t\t\tcost: $2,000 Picton is a member of the International Greeters Association (internationalgreeter.org/destinations/picton) 6. Fruit Trees for Growing Communities Council gives serious consideration to supporting and assisting with the establishment of community orchard/s, especially when planting public spaces and removing and replacing trees. “Choose Picton Marlborough Sounds - at the Heart of Natural New Zealand”
Decision Requested
We seek the Marlborough District Council’s support, resources, and non-financial support which might include assistance of staff with any or all of the items via the Annual and Long Term Plan
Margaret McHugh - Picton Marlborough Sounds Tourism Inc
1.\tOur core funding requirements will have to be revisited in 2022, the 2021-2022 has been atypical with additional wages support from the Government. This will all be in the context of post-Covid management. 2.\tFire Suppression Systems at Marlborough Museum: the currently allocated funds are not sufficient to install the system that we envisage and following discussions with Dean Heiford we would like to request that the funds available be topped up to $450,000. One immediate alternative however might be to allocate existing funds to re-clad the Marlborough Museum building in fire resistant materials (Coloursteel and fibreglass insulation replacing polystyrene and aging poorly applied plaster). An early quote for this work is attached ($149,500) but will need to be revisited. 3.\tAssistance with assessing the usable life of the Marlborough Museum building which was opened in 1990. The building is in the last quarter of its life and certainly within the next ten years we will need to plan for the future. One reason why this planning is essential is that we are having to consider major capital expenditure items which will need to be balanced with the bigger picture. A document outlining maintenance and ongoing issues is attached. 4.\tSecurity Cameras and Security Lights for the Edwin Fox: urgent capital expenditure has had to be delayed for some time. We are requesting $11,150.54 being assistance for: a.\tReplacement lighting aboard the ship – Laser quote 3662 $3,945.04 The current lighting system is starting to fail and the height at which technicians will have to work at means this is a complicated and expensive process, yet it is essential for the security of the ship. b.\tSecurity lighting for the site between the Museum and Edwin Fox Dry Dock – Laser quote 3650 $1,864.00 Due to recent break-ins we realise that sensor lights are essential as a deterrent and also that light is needed for the security cameras to capture sufficient information. c.\tPassive Infrared Sensors to trigger alarms on board the ship – Laser quote 3623 $991.50 The ship has never had any sensors to detect security breaches and this has recently been becoming an increasing issue of concern given the number of security breaches. d.\tDry Dock Steel Wall Corrosion Survey. Serious corrosion has been noted and a more intensive survey is necessary to determine the life of the dry dock (quote $4,350 attached). 5.\tExternal Security Cameras for Marlborough Museum: Laser quote 3384 $17,581.08. A security survey from staff at Te Papa highlighted the importance of installing external security cameras to Marlborough Museum. 6.\tHeritage Plaques for the CBD: The Marlborough Heritage Trust has received several requests for the developing of walking tours in the Blenheim CBD. Based on our experience of installing the heritage plaques in Picton CBD we found that 10 plaques cost about $1,100 each. Therefore, we would like to request $12,000 to have plaques installed in the Blenheim CBD. This cost is the cost of the making of the plaques, the research and writing required will be costs covered by the Marlborough Heritage Trust. 7.\tRaising the profile of Mary Muller, Marlborough’s early advocate for Women’s property and political rights. We would like to request that the name of Mary Muller be considered for prominent use within the new Blenheim Marlborough District Library, the foyer or meeting room. 8.\tThe Marlborough Heritage Trust supports in principle the completion of the Paul Davidson Documentary entitled Making Marlborough which highlights migrant stories in Marlborough, and which will be part of the Marlborough History Exhibition (Marlborough from 1770: 200 Objects – 200 Years) at Marlborough Museum. The Marlborough Heritage Trust will be working with Paul Davidson over the coming year to complete the 50-minute film which was initially supported by MDC funding and resulted in the well-received preview.
Decision Requested
1. Ongoing attention to assist with the development of heritage infrastructure in Marlborough as we review our position and core funding requirements. 2. Fire Suppression Systems at Marlborough Museum: topping up available funds to $450,000. 3. Assistance with assessing the usable life of the Marlborough Museum building. 4. Assistance with security cameras and lighting, dry dock steel wall corrosion survey funding at the Edwin Fox site: $11,150.54. 5. External security cameras for Marlborough Museum: $17,581.08. 6. Funding for heritage plaques for Blenheim CBD: $12,000.00 for 10 plaques. 7. Giving the name of Mary Muller prominence in the new Library to raise awareness of her legacy. 8. Support in principle for the completion of the Making Marlborough documentary which focuses on migration and will be part of Marlborough Museum's permanent exhibitions.
Jillian Trayling - Marlborough Heritage Trust
Name
Peter Maxwell
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
Firstly I would like to support the submission by Jane Murray of NMH. This LTP is to be implemented in a time of rapid change in people's behaviour towards cycling partially bought on by COVID19 and also by central government which is now placing more emphasis on climate change particularly around the future use of fossil fuels. Blenheim being pretty much a flat town invites huge opportunities to get more people into cycling as a mode of transport for commuting. Over the last year we have seen a huge uptake of Marlborough’s seniors taking to cycling especially on Ebikes so there are opportunities for Council to further encourage the use of Ebikes by investing in the infrastructure around safe cycling. The present bike stands that are located around the CBD are ideal for the everyday push bike but not for EBikes. The Ebike has now become one of the targets for the undesirables to steal due to their high value. It is now quite common to read where criminals try to remove Ebikes from bikes racks on the back of Motorhomes and Caravans during the night while the occupants are sleeping. So I could see if some undesirables saw a couple of Ebikes valued at say $10,000 chained to one of stands in the CBD it wouldn’t take much for them to arrive with a battery operated circular saw armed with a metal cutting blade attached and cut those posts and make off with the bikes. These opportunists are becoming more brazen as they get more desperate. So to encourage more EBike cyclists to cycle into the CBD and other shopping centres they need to have confidence that their Ebikes are fully secure while they are shopping, dining or whatever. There needs to be something likes of or similar to the Locky Dock system that could be positioned around the town by removing some carparks. Every few years there is the debate around removing cars from Market Street. If cars are to remain on Market Street taking up a few carparks for short term secure cycle parking could be a good compromise. For those who may wish to cycle into the CBD for work and require longer term cycle storage a secure compound on the bottom story of the carpark building could be considered. Users could pay an annual rent and be issued a swipe card to enter the compound and then have access to suitable secure racks. We live at Omaka Landing and are lucky that we can pretty much have cycling access to CBD without going onto busy streets by cycling through the Olive Grove, over the bridge and then along the Taylor River. I have noticed that once one gets to the Grove Road Bridge the cycle path turns into a dirt track. For little cost of scrapping off some top soil and filling with gravel this track could be developed into a better quality cycle track through to Stuart Street which may encourage workers who live along the Taylor River and work in that area to consider cycling to work. There have been many good cycling trails developed especially along the Taylor River but on going maintenance seems non existent.
Decision Requested
Please put cycle trail maintenance into the annual budget. There are unsealed areas which already could do with a top up of fine shingle to make them more user friendly. In the future council could consider shifting emphasis from developers providing recreational areas in subdivisions to providing funding to further develop safe cycling lanes from new subdivisions to recreational areas that are already established. For instance, Council approved the spending of over 1 million dollars on buying sections at Rose Manor for a recreational area. When one thinks that Pollard Park isn’t that far from Rose Manor perhaps spending that money on yet another playground some of that money could have been used on a safe cycle corridor to Pollard Park and whatever was left over, if any, could have gone into further developing Pollard Park. This philosophy could be considered for the future subdivisions. The money contributed by developers for recreational areas and playgrounds as part of the consent conditions for new subdivisions could be used to develop one large community playground for all ages. Pollard Park could be the ideal place. After all we have 2 large green areas here at Omaka Landing. The one on Lancaster Drive which is without a playground has little use especailly if one considers the value of that land if it was developed as residential sections. I would like to think that our Council will be a proactive Council and not a reactive Council. Be proactive to cycling by investing in cycling infrastructure now to encourage more commuting and recreational cycling. As Jane Murray from NMH states in her submission that these activities generate healthy outcomes but unfortunately these outcomes are over looked as they are difficult to measure.
Peter Maxwell -
Name
Don Miller
Category
Environmental Protection NA
Submission
Note my earlier comments under that section.
Decision Requested
Increase funding and monitoring on the issues noted under that section above.
Don Miller -
Name
Don Miller
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
1. Currently inadequate funding has been allocated to pest control, especially ungulate pests, which are causing serious damage to regenerating indigenous forest in the Marlborough Sounds and the control of Old Man's Beard and Banana Passion Fruit. 2. Urgent funding is required to further investigate ways and enforce regulations to actually reduce sediment damage to the coastal marine environment from plantation forest harvesting in the Marlborough Sounds. 3. The implementation of the central government mandated stream fencing requirements could lead to the loss of green valleys which have an important fire prevention role in rural Marlborough. Central government would have no concept of this, having never had cow shit on their shoes.
Decision Requested
Don Miller -
Name
Don Miller
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Growth is no longer a feasible option in a world with limited resources.
Decision Requested
Don Miller -
Name
Don Miller
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
In addition the construction of sea walls to protect developed slopes, including those with roads and houses, should be planned for in the light of predicted sea level rise.
Construction of the Link Pathway will be complete by the end of the year. The purpose of this submission is to firstly acknowledge and thank MDC for its tremendous support of the Link Pathway project, and also to identify and highlight several short "gaps" on the road edge that have been identified in previous submissions as being outside of the Link Pathway Trusts frame of reference (and ability) to build. Addressing these “gaps” is now an urgent safety issue: - A significant and increasing number of pathway users, both walkers / runners and cyclists are now forced to use the edge of the road (Queen Charlotte Drive) for short sections. - The road's vehicle traffic is increasing with residential development / lifestyle choices, forestry, and speed restrictions on the road between Havelock and Blenheim bringing more ferry traffic along the Queen Charlotte Drive, all contributing. - Several of these sections are in areas where the road speed limit is 90 km.
Decision Requested
Marlborough Roads to facilitate and oversee modifications and additions to the Queen Charlotte Drive as identified in accompanying document.
Rick Edmonds - Link Pathway Trust
Name
Edward Gilhooly MARLBOROUGH CRICKET ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED
Corey Hebberd - Te Rūnanga a Rangitāne o Wairau Trust
Name
Corey Hebberd Te Rūnanga a Rangitāne o Wairau Trust
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
We support Council's investing in the environment programme, subject to the iwi partnership and engagement. We also encourage Council to consider the points raised in our written submission.
Decision Requested
Corey Hebberd - Te Rūnanga a Rangitāne o Wairau Trust
Name
Corey Hebberd Te Rūnanga a Rangitāne o Wairau Trust
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
We support Council's investing in our community programme, subject to the iwi partnership and engagement. We also encourage Council to consider the points raised in our written submission.
Decision Requested
Corey Hebberd - Te Rūnanga a Rangitāne o Wairau Trust
Economy: MYT Youth Employability Program (YEP) & supporting youth with CV's and career options, assisting them into employment and education, helps the Marlborough Economy. Environment: MYT Youth in Emergency Services program (YES) facilitates and supports youth to be involved in; FENZ (Fire & Emergency NZ), Civil Defence & Emergency Management Support , Surf Life Saving, Red Cross, St John, Search & Rescue, Coast Guard and RNZAF. Environment & Climate Change are very important to youth and they want to be able to help with positive change. Community support: MYT support youth in Blenheim, Picton, Havelock, Rai Valley, Seddon & Ward, providing youth opportunities to engage with CACTUS, Events, MYSPACE youth centre and programs, supporting youth aged 12-24 years. MYT have enabled over 70 youth annually to be involved the Marlborough Foodbank Appeal, giving them a sense of value and worth and giving back to their community. MYT helps youth with getting ready for flatting, and investment into Marlborough through business ideas, life and wellbeing, and a sense of belonging in the Marlborough Community. MYSPACE has seen an average of 1000 people per month through the centre in the last 2 years we have been open. That is despite being closed over Christmas & weekends due to not enough funding for staffing and the Covid 19 lock-down. Myspace is well used by the Marlborough Community. We see youth outside of Education & Employment being supported at MYT. Young adults are coming back to the region post Covid after exploring overseas or time at university, offering to support the trust and investing in training as a volunteer to help in the community. We are seeing youth and young adults pathways through MYT programs to grow and develop within their connections, mindset, well-being and skills experience.
Decision Requested
Support for MYSPACE to be a sustainable youth centre for all youth in Marlborough. Marlborough Youth Trust would like to have the resources to keep running Myspace youth centre. The trust seeks funding support for the building, and operational support. Operational support of at least two trained youth workers, a trust manager, OPEX, power & Insurance covered by MDC to the value of $250,000 per annum. We currently receive $20,000 from MDC for operational support which only covers the OPEX (building property managers fees) of $1,500 per month. We are a not for profit, charitable trust, not a commercial enterprise, and we are struggle to pay OPEX. The trust would like MDC to remove this expense from the MYT's monthly payments as this could be funding going to youth development. Attached are many of our outcomes that we deliver as a trust for all youth of Marlborough. MDC has a social responsibility for our youth & young adults aged 12-24 for their well being, employment and sense of belonging with positive connection to Marlborough.
Johanna Lane - Marlborough Youth Trust
Name
Johanna Lane Marlborough Youth Trust
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
This is important for Marlborough for infrasture resilience, and compliant to what New Zealand Government is requiring for sustainable waterways for NZ
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Marketing Marlborough nationally will be awesome for signature events, the local economy and for showcasing why Marlborough is a great place to live. This provides employment opportunities for youth and business enterprise. Marlborough Youth Trust advertises in the event guides to reach parents and youth, online and in hard copy. MYT will benefit youth in NZ showcasing opportunities of connection through programs and event to families with youth considering relocating to Marlborough. The event centre is a fantastic space for the combined colleges youth formal each year and conferences. It is the only place that can host more than 300pax. Marlborough Youth Trust run youth focused events to keep youth connected to the Marlborough Region and give opportunities for engaging youth in programs like CACTUS, Youth in Emergency Services and Youth Employability program. We have attached samples of events we run for youth & Young Adults in Marlborough.
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
There is an obvious impact from forestry on aquaculture, and both are key industries for Marlborough economically. Any good research for sustainability can only be good long term. It also offers opportunity for youth employment in these industries. Marlborough youth have expressed concerns for the environment in their last survey in the February 2021 Marlborough Youth Hui.
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Marlborough Youth Trust already supports Safety in the community for youth. MYT Provides MYSPACE as a safe space for youth to come and connect with youth workers through pastoral care & referrals for youth as required, requested by the NZ Youth Voice 2000 Youth Action. MYT has qualified youth workers who operate within The NZ Youth Code of Ethics & and are currently meeting the Ministry of Youth Development NZ Youth COVID Survey 2020 Plan for delivery to youth of Aotearoa. MYT are delivering this through the MYT Queer Group, MYT Young Adults group and MYT Friday Community Youth Group. MYT supports the community with initiatives like Youth in Emergency Services program, Police community safety initiatives like the Street Clean-ups and improving safety in popular public thoroughfares, CACTUS, youth events, advocacy and Covid-19 relief support for youth and families during & post lock-down with pastoral care support of counselling, food, accommodation, and mental health support. Keeping the MYSPACE youth facility for all youth & community providers to use, sustainable and well maintained is important for youth of Marlborough. MYT keeps MYSPACE well appointed so that it is always able to be used to pivot for events like hosting Civil Defence & Te Pataka during the Covid-19 lock-down. Keeping youth connected to the Marlborough community, especially the 17-24 age group, post Covid-19 restrictions. MYD report to provide opportunities for youth to enhance the Marlborough environment, economy and workforce and be well connected and contributing to the wider Marlborough community in sport, recreation and community activities. MYT helps encourage youth to live and be nurtured in Marlborough as the population bell curve might change, with those 18-34 years old staying and investing into Marlborough infrastructure with training, business opportunities, and people using their strengths and ideas to enhance the economy of Marlborough. MYT Have run 7 Youth Employability Programs with youth aged 18 and over, with good outcomes for youth and Marlborough Businesses.
Decision Requested
Johanna Lane - Marlborough Youth Trust
Name
Johanna Lane Marlborough Youth Trust
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
This seems like a practical process, but can this be means tested for households? There are obviously a number of families that will struggle with any increases in expenditure.
Decision Requested
Johanna Lane - Marlborough Youth Trust
Name
Johanna Lane Marlborough Youth Trust
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
If this is a faster way so youth, families & elderly can get into homes, either as a rental or home ownership then YES. MYT supports YMCA concept to help breakdown barriers for youth homelessness over the age of 18 years in Marlborough. We would like to see student / youth accommodation set up for transition of youth to adulthood before flatting to build confidence and connections and to support NMIT students. This would also be a good way to retain youth & young adults in Marlborough. We would like to see more respite care housing for mental health support and more support for housing of Ministry of Justice youth and Oranga Tamariki children & youth in care, who need housing for transition into adulthood beyond 19 years old.
Decision Requested
Johanna Lane - Marlborough Youth Trust
Name
Johanna Lane Marlborough Youth Trust
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
What about an area for tiny houses with a communal garden and larger common area for connection, for first home owners, youth, young adults and single home dwellers?
Decision Requested
Johanna Lane - Marlborough Youth Trust
Name
Johanna Lane Marlborough Youth Trust
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
But a lift does sound like a good idea for elderly tenants, heavy groceries, and furniture or the odd wheelchair visitor.
Decision Requested
Johanna Lane - Marlborough Youth Trust
Name
Johanna Lane Marlborough Youth Trust
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Read these jo!
Decision Requested
Johanna Lane - Marlborough Youth Trust
Name
Johanna Lane Marlborough Youth Trust
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Please can we have another carparking building at Lansdowne Park?
Decision Requested
Johanna Lane - Marlborough Youth Trust
Name
Johanna Lane Marlborough Youth Trust
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Wow 30 years out, do we have the data of growth and stats of what resources and jobs we are needing, and having two deep jobs for people in industries to retain them & their families in the region?
Decision Requested
Johanna Lane - Marlborough Youth Trust
Name
Joe Keighley Renwick Smart + Connected
Category
Solid Waste Management NA
Submission
The Renwick community identify the need to address both a short-term (present -2024) and long-term (beyond 2024) solution to waste management and recycling. Renwick Smart + Connected will continue to liaise with Alec McNeal regarding options for the future, however the community would like a short term arrangement to support recycling. There was disappointment at Councils 2020 decision to not extend a recycling solution into Renwick.
Decision Requested
To work with the Renwick community to arrange both immediate short term, and long term solutions for waste management and recycling.
Joe Keighley - Renwick Smart + Connected
Name
Joe Keighley Renwick Smart + Connected
Category
Other NA
Submission
General verbal report from Renwick Smart + Connected
Decision Requested
Joe Keighley - Renwick Smart + Connected
Name
Augusta van Wijk On behalf of Bragato Research Institute Bragato Research Institute
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
This submission is in support, in part, of Marlborough District Council’s proposal for investing in the economy, as outlined on pages 8-10 of the consultation document. This submission supports the Council’s current proposal to foster growth in technology as a new key economic sector. However, the MDC proposal falls short of what is required to create a meaningful technology sector, with $100,000 per annum also supporting the food and screen sectors as currently proposed. Bragato Research Institute proposes an MDC investment of $150,000 per year, over the next 10 years, to grow and foster agritech innovation in Marlborough for the wine industry, as detailed in our attached submission.
Decision Requested
Augusta van Wijk On behalf of Bragato Research Institute - Bragato Research Institute
Awatere Pony Club would like to request support by the way of funding to install an All-weather arena at Flaxbourne domain. The arena size would be 75x50 meters to allow a safe environment for our equestrian community to utilize year round.
Decision Requested
Agreement of funding for the installion of an all-weather arena at flaxbpurne domain.
Kiri McDermott - Awatere Pony Club
Name
Rebecca Woledge
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I support the Marlborough Events Centre allocation. I do not support printing extra copies of the Marlborough Events guide as I do not believe it to be sustainable environmentally. Most of these guides will end up as rubbish or recycling and an online events guide is a much more sustainable option. I support the economic impact assessment for Garden Marlborough. I do not support ratepayers paying $30,000 towards the Blenheim Business Association when there are other funding streams available.
Decision Requested
Rebecca Woledge -
Name
Rebecca Woledge
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
But I do question two story senior housing with no lift.
Decision Requested
Rebecca Woledge -
Name
Rebecca Woledge
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
But I do question two storey senior housing with no lift.
Decision Requested
Rebecca Woledge -
Name
JANE BUCKMAN
Category
Biosecurity (Pest Management) NA
Submission
Biosecurity - Old Man's beard is spreading. More needs to be done to irradiate this invasive weed from both public and private land. Community Facilities - The idea of a Regional Park being developed along the south bank of the Wairau River is an exciting concept. It has the potential for a adding another significant attraction to the Region. If Residents can all easily use the Wairau river bank area as a public recreational space, we and visitors will enjoy this spectacular landscape. The land has exciting cycling path potential and for dog walking, fishing access and of course exercise. I hope the LTP ensures this proposal proceeds after further community consultation.
Decision Requested
1. Continue to activity encourage the pest Free Aotearoa 2050 goal and specifically target Old Mans Beard here in Marlborough. 2. Continue working on development of the Regional Park Concept along the south bank of the Wairau River.
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See attached.
Decision Requested
JANE BUCKMAN -
Name
JANE BUCKMAN
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No Additional Comment.
Decision Requested
JANE BUCKMAN -
Name
JANE BUCKMAN
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See attached.
Decision Requested
JANE BUCKMAN -
Name
JANE BUCKMAN
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I agree that the 1hr free parking was a good move. This campaign brought the Region into line with Nelson. I support Option 1, continuing, and the new Smart Metres makes this an easy and effective proposal to enforce.
Decision Requested
JANE BUCKMAN -
Name
JANE BUCKMAN
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See previous comments. Nothing remains static in this world. Failure to plan for change on every front, only ensures that when emergencies happen [which they will in one form or another], the response is both ineffective and slow. The LTP framework ensures we spend within our means while ensuring coordinated growth that does not further damage our fragile environment.
Decision Requested
JANE BUCKMAN -
Name
JANE BUCKMAN
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
There are a great deal of unknowns ahead for Marlborough. If you reflect on just a few points, by way of examples; - Will climate change alter Marlborough’s rain fall patterns even more? - Will China continue to buy our forestry products? - What does a post Covid world economy look like? And closer to home, will the large infrastructure spend on the new port, the new colleges, and the new retirement village stretch an already limited accommodation and workforce market. Can Marlborough cope? I’m sure it will. Marlborough needs a well-resourced and prepared Council with a LTP that oversees our core infrastructure and income generating options, on everyone’s behalf.
That the Blenheim Judo Club is able to lease the the vacated building at 2 Taylor Pass Road, Blenheim for use as their permananent dojo.
Robert Stillion - Blenheim Judo Club
Name
Tom Pegler
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
We need upgraded stormwater systems to cope with climate change and increasing population
Decision Requested
Tom Pegler -
Name
Tom Pegler
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Economic development agencies can seldom demonstrate tangible results and are a poor use of rates
Decision Requested
Tom Pegler -
Name
Tom Pegler
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Increased infrastructure spending in the last year is causing problems for private developments. Some civil project costs have increased 40% in the last year. Council needs to manage Covid response spending so that it doesn't damage other developments beneficial to Marlborough. Small township programme needs a pause. Decreased parking on SH6 shows the work being done is not of a high enough standard. Work needs to be deferred until there's confidence of more robust planning and achieving beneficial outcomes.
Decision Requested
Tom Pegler -
Name
Tom Pegler
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
No. Our lack of affordable housing is a reflection of council and government failures. Council need to reduce its restrictions on housing developments so that more houses are built as the market demands. Council meddling via District Plans in housing developments has created the housing crisis. Councils need to learn from this, simplify the rules, support development and allow homes to be built. Then the housing situation will improve. Zoning more areas for development and provision for more medium density housing are an important part of solving the issue in the best way possible - allowing market forces to work. The obstruction councils have imposed on the market illustrate why council needs to step back from housing and better understand its role - serving the people.
Decision Requested
Tom Pegler -
Name
Tom Pegler
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Council can facilitate new developments by acquiring key land for roading. An example of this would be land to allow extension of arterial roads like Colemans Road so more homes can be built and better infrastructure than individual developers could provide by only developing infrastructure for their development. Council needs to fund more new subdivision infrastructure so more homes can be built. For example the western town fringe on New Renwick Road lacks sewer infrastructure to enable more homes to be built. Council needs to be more proactive in providing this in fringe urban areas
Decision Requested
Tom Pegler -
Name
Tom Pegler
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Council needs to actively ensure that there's a good supply of social housing. Councils have traditionally been key in this (having low cost rentals for the socially disadvantaged) but sadly have pulled back in the last 30 years. There should be more developments of smaller affordable homes for seniors and the disabled. This is imperative given the huge increases in market rent in the last 20 years. I understand demand for similar charitable housing in Picton massively exceeds supply.
Decision Requested
Tom Pegler -
Name
Tom Pegler
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Council needs to decrease the burden on property developers and fund more infrastructure from rates or reduced lower priority areas like library and corporate services. Increasing developer contributions will push up land prices creating further hardship for first home buyers and those on low incomes struggling to pay rent. Freezing or reducing developer contributions is an important part of making housing more affordable and resolving our housing crisis
Decision Requested
Tom Pegler -
Name
Tom Pegler
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Free one hour parking should be continued. Larger cities such as Porirua and Upper Hutt don't have metered parking. Given this there seems limited justification for metered parking in Marlborough and no justification for more than an inflationary adjustment to parking fees. Keeping free parking will keep our CBDs vibrant by taking away an incentive for people to shop at places like Westwood
Decision Requested
Tom Pegler -
Name
Stephanie Flores
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I support more investment in recycling infrastructure and minimising waste, such as re-usables at events. Small vendors went through 400 dishes at Feast Marlborough on Friday night. That's great for the economy, but not sustainable.
Decision Requested
Stephanie Flores -
Name
Stephanie Flores
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I support technology as a key sector, particularly in relation to agriculture. However, $100k per annum is not enough for any sort of incubator. I do not support the $30,000 to print more events guides. Aside from the difficulty of measuring success for print advertising, these books are used by Marlborough households. I've spent over 15 years in journalism and communications, and I don't envision them having a long shelf life in other regions' households. It also creates more waste (even if a portion are recycled). This money would be better utilised in digital efforts to target urban markets that are key for events where our hospitality industry has capacity. For example, Garden Marlborough is largely sold out for events and you can barely walk through the fete, but the Mussel festival can clearly take more people. By targeting this $30k in digital efforts, you can better target the event and demographics while measuring your success with the metrics embedded in social media and other forms of digital advertising. Instead of focusing efforts on parking to remove barriers to the CBD, I'd urge council to consider the mechanisms to increase consumer choices in the CBD. Progressive retail is one such option for smaller retailers looking to test their business ideas. Another option is an upscale food hall similar to what is available in Christchurch, Little High Eatery. Feast Marlborough is a hit because it provides multiple price points and experiences for all age groups. I support the economic evaluation for Garden Marlborough, as the other major events have undergone. However, any further evaluations should also be looking at environmental impact, especially if they receive Council (ratepayer) support. Ratepayers end up paying for the downstream impacts. A good model for this is the fieldays environmental reports in the Waikato: https://nznfs.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Fieldays-2019-Sustainable-Event-Report-Ed_.pdf
Decision Requested
Stephanie Flores -
Name
Stephanie Flores
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Support Green Star builds for new community projects. I was loosely involved with the first Green Star build in Marlborough and we need a greater critical mass to enable a cleaner, greener supply chain.
Decision Requested
Stephanie Flores -
Name
Stephanie Flores
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
This is common sense. The Council's stellar S&P rating coupled with strong reserves means the Council is well-placed to create this reserve.
Decision Requested
Stephanie Flores -
Name
Stephanie Flores
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Housing is an investment in our community.
Decision Requested
Stephanie Flores -
Name
Stephanie Flores
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
As many people have pointed out already, we don't have entry level homes for young families and developers don't have an appetite for that profit margin. I'd support Council to go beyond housing and create a joint venture with a bank (Cooperative Bank would be a good one as it is now a B Corp), to loan money to people who want to build green star homes or entry level homes. This fund could also be used to loan for other environmental/social causes in Marlborough, such as loaning money to a new vineyard development for steel posts instead of CCA-treated. There are models like this in California, and they can be profitable. We need investments in this community that consider the social and environmental implications of economic growth.
Decision Requested
Stephanie Flores -
Name
Stephanie Flores
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
No, this is the ambulance at the bottom of a cliff. My generation is footing the bill because the previous generations didn't plan or the economic system failed. I'd prefer that funds are spent breaking this cycle and lifting families out of poverty and into home ownership.
Decision Requested
Stephanie Flores -
Name
Stephanie Flores
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Not for developers to build $1million homes. I don't understand why ratepayers are paying for this infrastructure.
Decision Requested
Stephanie Flores -
Name
Stephanie Flores
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
User-pays
Decision Requested
Stephanie Flores -
Name
Lewis Boyles Maataa Waka Ki Te Tau Ihu Trust
Category
Community Facilities NA
Submission
Schedule 1 Vacant Building 2 Taylor Pass Road I am writing on behalf of Maataa Waka's governance body to express an interest in the above buildings for lease. Maataa Waka currently operates in Blenheim as a charitable trust with contracts primarily in the social services sector covering elderly, Pakeke and Rangatahi. Our organisation has built up a solid reputation over the past twenty + years with agencies such as Education, Justice, Ministry of Social Development, Oranga Tamariki, Police and for many years delivering the animal control contract through the Council. Our current building in Main Street is presently stretched in regards to office space for our growing team and we are looking at alternatives for another venue to base some of our group sessions and programme workers. We are familiar with the property and would welcome a korero around the possibility of Maataa Waka being considered as an organisation to take over the new lease agreement or any other options that would further strengthen Maataa Waka and the Council's relationship. We are familiar with the property and would welcome a korero around the possibility of Maataa Waka being considered as an organisation to take over the new lease agreement or any other options that would further strengthen Maataa Waka and the Council's relationship.
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Please refer to attached document.
Decision Requested
Aaron Smail - Summerset Group Holdings Limited
Name
Peter Stubbs
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Housing 1 - This submission is in respect of the Housing part of the consultation document for Long Term planning, 2021-2031. 2 - It is stated in the consultation paper that the council cannot control construction costs or covenants. That is not correct. The council has had extensive opportunity to influence both cost, and covenants, with its very extensive subdivision at Boulevard on Taylor. 3 - Council approved the covenants. The minimum build sizes in those covenants directly influenced construction costs. If council had taken the decision to develop smaller sections, with no covenanted minimum house build size, the result would have been smaller, less expensive, more affordable housing. 4 - Good design mitigates smaller size. The council has failed many people attempting to get into the housing market by making the Boulevard on Taylor subdivision market driven. They did not incorporate any smaller sections, available at more modest prices, to less well-off Marlborough residents. 5 - The average household size in NZ is 2.7 people. That statistic has not changed since 2006, 15 years ago. All provinces require smaller sections and smaller well-designed homes. Instead of recognising this fact, which is published in mainstream media repeatedly and obvious to all property professionals, and one would have thought planners, council has ignored it. That is a troubling failure from a very large local government organisation with many employees involved in the administration of property matters. 6 - The residential re-zoning of large blocks of land well outside the CBD, while a block of land to the east between the town boundary and Butter Factory corner remains rural, is illogical considering the numerous benefits of residential development closer to town. 7 – That land in Blenheim’s east did not sustain severe damage or demonstrate significant liquefaction in the July 2013 and November 2016 earthquakes. That despite the 2016 EQ being the second most sever EQ in recorded European NZ history, at magnitude 7.8. 8 - Council should be pro-actively looking to encourage residential development in that eastern area, and on a more intensive basis, to make the most of its closeness to town amenities. That land is walking distance to the inner town. With properly planned cycle lanes it would be very popular with many residents looking to get closer to town. 8 - In summary, council should be more involved in encouraging more intensive but properly master planned residential development closer to town.
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
6.\tCOMMENTS FROM REVENUE AND FINANCING POLICY 6.1\tThis section of the submission comments on the issues raised in the Revenue and Financing Policy document. 6.3\tFFNZ supports MDC for its use of a General-type Targeted Uniform Annual Charge (UAC) for the funding of many activities. 6.4\tFFNZ recommends that MDC clarifies that the wording around the rating mechanisms used to align with other district and regional councils, where Uniform Annual Charge is changed to Uniform Annual General Charge (UAGC), and General-type Targeted Charges is changed to Targeted Uniform Charges (TUC). 6.5\tFFNZ is concerned that the MDC has not included the UAC rates calculation percentage in the consultation document, or any of the supporting documents. Without this information it is difficult to ascertain the level of which the UAC will impact ratepayers. This is the same for the differentiated land value rates for the Combined Sewage and Water Schemes funding. 6.6\tFFNZ contacted MDC staff to find the UAC/UAGC mechanism percentage for rates contributions, which sits at roughly 26% to 27%. 6.7\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC clarifies that the wording for rating mechanisms, where Uniform Annual Charge is changed to Uniform Annual General Charge (UAGC), and General-type Targeted Charges is changed to Targeted Uniform Charges (TUC). 6.8\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC include the UAC or UAGC rates calculation percentage in the consultation document and supporting documents.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Other NA
Submission
Rates Remission for Land Affected by Natural Disaster 7.2\tFFNZ would like to suggest that MDC change the Land Affected by Natural Disaster to include a rates remission for ‘natural disasters, declared droughts and large scale adverse events’, which would provide relief to properties affected by other forms of natural disasters. This would offer a mechanism to be utilised by central government, council and affected ratepayers should any of these events occur.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Sewerage Including Treatment and Disposal NA
Submission
Residential Rural Rating Units with an Out of District Connection to the Combined Water or Sewage Scheme 7.3\tFFNZ recommends that MDC clarify the wording of this rates remission policy to read ‘Residential or Rural Rating Units with an Out of District Connection to the Combined Water or Sewage Scheme’. This correction would align this policy with the simplified description given on page one of this document. 7.4\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC include ‘natural disasters, declared droughts and large scale adverse events’ in the Rates Remission for Land Affected by Natural Disaster. 7.5 Recommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC clarify the wording of the Residential Rural Rating Units with an Out of District Connection to the Combined Water or Sewage Scheme to include the word ‘or’ between residential and rural.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Other NA
Submission
9.2\tFFNZ is disappointed that MDC has not included a document for Fees and Charges with the supporting information for the Long Term Plan Consultation. This information is also extremely difficult to find on the MDC website as these schedules are all found on separate pages. 9.3\tFFNZ commends the MDC fees for working dogs acknowledging the large part they play on farms and the reduced impact on dog control and other services which are urban based. 9.4\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC include a schedule of Fees and Charges as supporting information for the Long Term Plan.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Investing In Infrastructure 4.2\tFFNZ understands that roading infrastructure is the largest expenditure faced by MDC and we commend the Council for the high level of investment at 20% of total capital spend. FFNZ agrees that a comprehensive transport study should be undertaken in this region to develop recommendations for future areas of investment. FFNZ recommends that the Council must not overlook rural roading needs during these investigations. 4.3\tFFNZ recommends that MDC introduce a targeted roading rate for forestry and that this be included in the Asset Management Plan. This targeted rate would contribute to renewals, rehab, and dust suppression. There are a number of councils that make use of a targeted roading rate including Kaipara, Wairoa, and Southland as examples. 4.4\tFFNZ supports the MDC proposal to install two new weigh bridges at the Greenwaste Acceptance Facility and Resource Recovery Centre. FFNZ supports the 75% funding of this project through fees yet believe that the remaining 25% of cost should be funded through the use of the UAGC instead of the general rates, as these new projects are of equal benefit to all ratepayers regardless of property value. 4.5\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC undertake a comprehensive transport study in the district to develop recommendations for future areas of investment. 4.6\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC must not overlook rural roading needs during these investigations. 4.7\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC introduce a targeted roading rate for forestry and that this be included in the Asset Management Plan. 4.8\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC funds the remaining 25% of cost of installing to Greenwaste Acceptance Facility and Resource Recovery Centre weigh bridges through the UAGC funding mechanism.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Investing In The Economy 4.9\tFFNZ supports MDC in acknowledging the wine industry as a large economic sector in the region. We also applaud the inclusion of ‘small and large food producers’ as another key economic sector to be included in the Smart Business Marlborough and Marlborough Smart Connected programmes, with the acknowledgment of their potential growth. 4.10\tFFNZ supports the MDC in their partnership with the Ministry for Primary Industries and Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. However, the best thing councils can do to support economic development in their areas is for them to do their core activities (i.e., provision of infrastructure, public services, and regulatory functions) efficiently and effectively and to keep rates burdens and compliance costs down. 4.11\tCore economic development for local businesses should include a good regulatory requirement. Feedback from Marlborough farmers request that MDC allow farmers to work freely and without consent while performing general farm tasks, such as tractor activity throughout the night, with the council including these rights in the District Plan. FFNZ requests that MDC acknowledge that rules around stock movement on public roads needs to be reasonable and introduce changes to stock movement by-laws to allow for reduced hurdles and equitable access for farmers. 4.12\tFFNZ recommends that MDC acknowledge wine and food producers through other terminology in their proposals and documents, such as farming, viticulture, or agriculture. This distinction in terminology clearly recognises the rural industries in defined roles as large contributors to the economic growth of the region. 4.13\tFFNS suggests that MDC review that current structure for the allocation of irrigation water rights and develop a formal allocation system. Local farmers feel that the current allocation system is ambiguous. 4.14\tFFNZ requests that MDC include upgrades to rural connectivity infrastructure in its proposal to develop and build the technology sector. 4.15\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC include farmers rights to perform general farm tasks in the District Plan. 4.16\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC acknowledge that rules around stock movement on public roads needs to be reasonable and introduce changes to stock movement by-laws to allow for reduced hurdles and equitable access for farmers. 4.17\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC acknowledge wine and food producers through other terminology in their proposals and documents, such as farming, viticulture, or agriculture. 4.18\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC review that current structure for the allocation of irrigation water rights and develop a formal allocation system. 4.19\tRecommendation: FFNZ the MDC include rural broadband upgrades in future planning documents. 4.20\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC support Federated Farmers in advocating to the Government for increased connectivity in rural areas.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Investing In The Environment 4.21\tFFNZ agrees that freshwater is a vital aspect for quality of life for all residents from both rural areas and town centres as stated in the consultation document. Therefore, FFNZ submits that MDC fund its NPS-FM monitoring and reporting obligations through the use of the UAGC instead of general rates. 4.22\tFFNZ understands that the Government’s new rules for freshwater management will lead to increased staffing and therefore higher cost due to the increased number of staff wages. FFNZ recommends that MDC reduce the amount of spending in ‘want to have’ areas of investment so that funding for ‘need to have’ projects such as freshwater staffing costs are not underfunded or overlooked. 4.23\tFFNZ believes that funding through the general charge based on LV effectively double charges farmers who are already investing in freshwater quality and can lead to the creation of unfair and extremely high rates due to high land values associated with farms. This may create affordability burdens on farmers which could result in lower agricultural investments in environmental standards as a result. 4.24\tFFNZ recommends that funding for freshwater management and monitoring should come from the UAGC due to the district-wide benefit for all ratepayers. 4.25\tFFNZ supports the council’s decision to invest in seabed mapping of the regions coastal environment and applauds the council in reducing the costs to process the scientific data from $3million to $1.2 million. However, as this information will be of equal benefit to all residents, we recommend that this is funded through the UAGC instead of general rates. 4.26\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC fund their NPS-FM monitoring and reporting obligations through the use of the UAGC instead of rates based on land value. 4.27\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC reduce the amount of spending in ‘want to have’ areas of investment so that funding for ‘need to have’ projects such as freshwater staffing costs are not underfunded or overlooked. 4.28\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC funds freshwater management and monitoring through the UAGC due to the district-wide benefit for all ratepayers. 4.29\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC fund the cost of seabed mapping and data costs via a charge to the UAGC instead of rates based on land value.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
General Rates 3.1\tFFNZ requests MDC adopt the use of a UAGC for fairness and equity of all district ratepayers. FFNZ is disappointed that this funding mechanism is not being utilised so that those services with equal benefit regardless of location, such as governance and district planning, are charged at a flat rate per property. We acknowledge and support the use of targeted uniform annual charges. 3.2\tFFNZ encourages MDC to fully utilised the UAGC mechanism at the maximum allowable rate of 30%. 3.3\tFFNZ believes the use of the uniform annual general charge is essential to flattening the rate distribution between high value properties such as farms, and other property types. As a fixed portion of rates, we believe this to be the fairest and most equitable way to apply any public good component and charge for services that have a roughly equal value of public benefit to each ratepayer. 3.4\tFFNZ believes that MDCs decision to adopt a rating system that does not maximise the uniform charges but relies more on property value rates basis shows a complete lack of regard to those living in rural areas. 3.5\tFFNZ believes the use of a capital value rating system would be fairer and more equitable than land value, but there would still be a need for a UAGC and targeted uniform charges even under a capital value rating system. 3.6\tFFNZ recommend that MDC use the capital value of properties instead of the land value of properties when calculating rates contributions, as capital value is a more accurate representation of the overall value of the property, making it an equalising tool for ratepayers. 3.7\tFFNZ commends the MDC for understanding the concept of affordability and should look to make cost savings from within the organisation before increasing rates. Federated Farmers would like MDC to proactively promote application to the rates rebate scheme funded by central government to recognise there may be some in the community who will struggle to afford any rating increases. The rates rebate scheme is the best way to address affordability concerns for low-income ratepayers. 3.8\tFFNZ understands that the overall rates increase for 2021/22 is 5.75% and is concerned with this and future proposed rates increases such as 9.32% for the 2025-2026. Council needs to look at ways to ensure it is not spending beyond the ability for the community to pay. If it is a nice to have, maybe it should stay that way. 3.9\tFFNZ supports the MDC proposal to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve to smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan. 3.10\tFFNZ is concerned at the 50% increase in forecasted Activity expenditure over the next ten years as written in the Financial Strategy, which will increase to $171 million from $114 million in 2020- 21. 3.11\tFFNZ recommends for MDC to focus on core business now and into the future and where possible reduce unnecessary spending. Council is the community leader and as such will need to make some hard financial decisions. 3.12\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC adopt the use of a UAGC for fairness and equity of all district ratepayers. 3.13\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC to fully utilised the UAGC mechanism at the maximum allowable rate of 30%. 3.14\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC move to a capital rating system from the current land value rating system. 3.15\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC use the capital value of properties instead of land values when calculating rates contributions. 3.16\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC proactively promote the rates rebate scheme and increase uptake in the community. 3.17\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC adopt the Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve to smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Housing 5.2\tFFNZ recommends the use of development contributions to build infrastructure for existing residential land. 5.3\tFFNZ is concerned that MDC has proposed to increase areas of land available for residential development by zoning additional land. Urban expansion and land use change from primary production to lifestyle blocks are the two main pressures on highly productive land. Any planning to manage growth and intensification must factor in the retention of highly productive land for future generations. Retaining what is left of our productive land should be a stated objective in planning documents discussing future regional growth. 5.4\tFFNZ agrees that MDC needs to invest in studies and reports to understand the issues surrounding housing and zoning in the region.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Paying for Growth - Developments Contribution Policy 5.5\tFFNZ understand that MDC will need to invest in infrastructure due to the expected growth of the population, including investments in roads, water sewage, stormwater, and community facilities.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Parking 5.6\tFFNZ is disappointed that the parking proposal does not include a rates calculation for how this investment will be funded. This does not allow residents to understand the implications which come with this proposal. 5.7\tFFNZ supports Option 1 where the MDC will continue to offer one hour of free parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres. This continuation will encourage residents to park near retailers and local businesses as a recovery method following impacts from Covid-19. 5.8\tFFNZ recommends that this continuation of free parking for these town centres be re-evaluated during the next Long Term Plan consultation period in 2024. We believe parking should return to a user-pays model following the uncertainty of Covid-19.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Infrastructure Strategy Summary 5.9\tFFNZ is concerned that in this growth section of the infrastructure strategy in the consultation document does not supply statistics or models for expected growth. With this information missing it is difficult to develop a clear understanding of what pressures growth will place on infrastructure and the district in the future. 5.10\tFFNZ acknowledges the importance of planning for population growth and ensuring infrastructure is in place for that growth. 5.11\tFFNZ recommends that MDC acknowledges the importance of water storage and water security for rural areas and invest in studies and reports to understand the local need for storge and options to facilitate the creation of new infrastructure and assets. 5.12\tFFNZ recommends that MDC encourages local residents to invest in and develop water storage infrastructure, through reducing costs and timeframes required for consents.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Phillip Neal Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Financial Strategy Summary 5.13\tFFNZ believes capital investment infrastructure should be funded mainly by use of debt and development and financial contributions, rather than through rates. This is fair from an intergenerational perspective and with borrowing rates at historic lows it is more affordable than previously. That said, MDC’s debt is relatively high (forecast to peak at $230 million) and we would not want to see it blow out substantially. 5.14\tFFNZ is concerned that MDC is using a rates cap of the Local Government Cost Index (LGCI) plus 3%. Consideration should be given to how the council could maintain rates increases at no more than the LGCI. 5.15\tFFNZ support the use of depreciation reserves to fund infrastructure activity when they are available for the specific asset. 5.16\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC use development contributions to build infrastructure in areas with existing residential land. 5.17\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC acknowledges the needs of rural ratepayers when developing and planning future regional growth. 5.18\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC continue to invest in studies and reports to understand the issues surrounding housing and zoning in the district. 5.19\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC hold off on changes relating to housing and zoning until the results from the above studies have been reported and considered. 5.20\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC choose Option 1 where the MDC will continue to offer one hour of free parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres. 5.21\tFFNZ recommends that this continuation of free parking for these town centres be re-evaluated during the next Long Term Plan consultation period in 2024. 5.22\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC supply population growth scenarios and statistics in the infrastructure Strategy Summary. 5.23\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC acknowledges the importance of water storage and water security for rural areas and invest in studies and reports to understand the local need for storge and options to facilitate the creation of new infrastructure and assets. 5.24\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC encourage local residents to invest in and develop water storage infrastructure, through reducing costs and timeframes required for consents. 5.25\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC should review all its proposed capital projects to ensure they are appropriate, prioritised and timed to maximise their benefits and costs. 5.26\tRecommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC keep future non targeted rates increases to no more than LGCI. 8.\tCOMMENTS ON FINANCIAL STRATEGY 8.1\tThis section of the submission comments on the issues raised in the Financial Strategy document. 8.2\tFFNZ would like to thank MDC for the inclusion of the LGCI forecasts from 2020 to 2031, provided by the Business Economic Research Limited (BERL). 8.3\tFFNZ is concerned that MDC has not included accompanying statistics for the future growth scenarios for the population of Marlborough between 2021 and 2031. If the 2% growth rate from 2013 is used for the future scenario, is it correct to assume the Council is expecting an annual population growth of 1004 residents? 8.4 Recommendation: FFNZ recommends that MDC include the accompanying statistics for the future population growth scenarios for Marlborough.
Decision Requested
Phillip Neal - Federated Farmers of New Zealand
Name
Graham Gosling Picton Business Group
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
LOWER HIGH STREET REFURBISHMENT Replacement of paving to prevent visitors slipping over when wet. (There was an attempt to acid wash some of these, however this was only effective for a limited time.) This area was redeveloped 21 years ago and now requires refurbishment. SWEEPER / VAC The sweeper / vac machine, which PBG was in fact was looking forward to, has appeared a bit hit and miss and was very slow coming into service. The combination of pollen, dust and rain showers is a lethal mix and we believe regular scrubbing would help rectify the problem . LOWER LONDON QUAY This area has developed into a dangerous Health & Safety area over the years. The inclusion of the loading zone at the bottom was never in PBG’s plan also. The gutters require covering for disabled access and the coloured sun chairs need removing as they have injured many older visitors attempting to climb out of them. Although we have been told there will be funds available to carry out this work we have not been consulted yet.
Decision Requested
Graham Gosling - Picton Business Group
Name
Graham Gosling Picton Business Group
Category
Community Facilities NA
Submission
FORESHORE BEACH AREA AND PROVISION OF SHADE. The beautification of the beach area would attract more visitors. The provision of showers and changing facilities for bathers and picnickers would enhance the area as many visitors waiting to catch the ferries do relax there . Many years ago it was a popular spot and it did in fact cater for them. Sensible shade areas with seating underneath need to be provided for families at the children’s play area .The Picton Health review plan hi-lighted the lack of shelter last year. Drinking fountains with bottle fillers are also essential in the playground with one also outside the library. Eventually there needs to be shade sails with seating underneath the trees in the marshalling area for Cruise Ship passengers . PBG WELCOME TO PICTON SIGN This sign that was constructed at the northern side of the i Site bus stop has to be reinstated. Featuring a cafe scene overlooking the harbour it was intended to attract vehicles from the ferries to turn left up towards shops and cafes in the main CBD and was removed without Picton Business Group’s permission .
Decision Requested
Graham Gosling - Picton Business Group
Name
Graham Gosling Picton Business Group
Category
Other NA
Submission
PICTON PARKING STRATEGY Picton desperately needs a parking plan. During parts of the season dozens of rental cars occupy vital parking spaces circling the CBD area which are required for visitors and those attending weekend events in Wellington . Picton Business Group have for many years requested that the Rental Car park adjacent the I Site be moved to Waitohi Domain and the area be used for additional foreshore visitor parking
Decision Requested
Graham Gosling - Picton Business Group
Name
Graham Gosling Picton Business Group
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
ROAD and FOOTPATH REPAIRS Picton roads and footpaths although repairs have started many need urgent attention. One particular problem is the Kent St , Dublin St round about that for some time has been in bad repair and trucks and trailers to & from the ferries rattle through the potholes disturbing residents and back packer guests at night .
Decision Requested
Graham Gosling - Picton Business Group
Name
Graham Gosling Picton Business Group
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION AND DISTURBANCE Picton Business Group thought we had an understanding that NO works would be carried out in the CBD during peak visitor seasons ( including Cruise Ship Visits ) . Unfortunately this happened again this summer on the Memorial steps with no prior consultation with PBG
Decision Requested
Graham Gosling - Picton Business Group
Name
Graham Gosling Picton Business Group
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
FERRY TERMINAL REDEVELOPMENT and FERRY UPGRADES Picton Business Group is very much looking forward for this to commencing .The Dublin street overbridge and subsequent upgrades will be most welcome. Two major areas of concern we have are visitor parking especially concerning visitors to the CBD (consideration may have to be given to a parking building ) plus SHI between Picton and Christchurch. Remember we are not simply planning for the next 5 – 10 years but the 20 – 30 years. It is in fact imperative that Vickerman Street Blenheim by-pass is constructed to handle the eventual traffic build up and eliminate severe congestion in Blenheim . VICKERMAN STREET BLENHEIM TRAFFIC BYPASS. Last year MDC Councillors decided not to proceed with the option of the By-pass . Many think that this was in fact a very short sited decision as this By-pass has been in fact asked for since the 60’s. With the introduction of new ferries in 2025 and the greater number of cars and trucks on SH1 at one time it will be absolutely vital for traffic to be redirected around and away from Blenheim. With a round a bout at SH1 and Hardings Road visitors will still have the option of driving straight into town but all other cars and especially trucks can avoid the town if necessary . All grape traffic and trucks from Rapaura Road can avoid the town to Riverlands. Surveying of traffic flows were done in Oct last year instead of Dec , Jan or Feb . NZTA stated it would cost $200 million to build yet the new Opawa bridge was report to have cost $20 million and you may need 2 of this and perhaps 2 large culverts ( $50 million ) leaves to build the road and it is not all that long ! Sadly Covid-19 has thrown everything on its head especially in Picton . It is however our belief that eventually things will come back stronger so it is no excuse to sit on our hands and do nothing . PBG’s requests do not require a lot of money but will enhance our town and make it a place visitors will want to visit , be it Kiwis to commence with .
Support the Marlborough Equestrian Park Stage 2 Development as per the attached submission.
Decision Requested
To assist with funding the Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ to enable it to complete its second stage of development.
Melissa Tripe - Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Name
Melissa Tripe Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Community assets are very important for any community to operate successfully.
Decision Requested
Melissa Tripe - Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Name
Melissa Tripe Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Capturing data on its own is inadequate if the data is not used. We need to maintain freshwater quality management as its extremely important for our primary industry in Marlborough that we are complying.
Decision Requested
Melissa Tripe - Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Name
Melissa Tripe Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
All people in the community need to have adequate housing and if the only way this can be done is through council then that is important.
Decision Requested
Melissa Tripe - Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Name
Melissa Tripe Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
What ever is required.
Decision Requested
Melissa Tripe - Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Name
Melissa Tripe Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Existing facilities should be maintained and upgraded as required
Decision Requested
Melissa Tripe - Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Name
Melissa Tripe Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Option 1 seems a good compromise for parking
Decision Requested
Melissa Tripe - Marlborough Equestrian Park NZ Ltd
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
See uploaded document
Decision Requested
Pete Coldwell - Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Name
Pete Coldwell Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See uploaded document
Decision Requested
Pete Coldwell - Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Name
Pete Coldwell Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See uploaded document
Decision Requested
Pete Coldwell - Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Name
Pete Coldwell Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See uploaded document
Decision Requested
Pete Coldwell - Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Name
Pete Coldwell Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See uploaded document
Decision Requested
Pete Coldwell - Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Name
Pete Coldwell Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
See uploaded document
Decision Requested
Pete Coldwell - Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Name
Pete Coldwell Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See uploaded document
Decision Requested
Pete Coldwell - Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Name
Pete Coldwell Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See uploaded document
Decision Requested
Pete Coldwell - Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Name
Pete Coldwell Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See uploaded document
Decision Requested
Pete Coldwell - Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Name
Pete Coldwell Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See uploaded document
Decision Requested
Pete Coldwell - Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Name
Pete Coldwell Marlborough Chamber of Commerce
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Two years ago Council provided a modest sum which facilitated the creation of a short trailer for a documentary film "Making Marlborough - the Immigrants' Story". The trailer was widely praised as a timely and informative celebration of Marlborough's diverse cultures, and a valuable educational resource. Although interrupted by other priorities and the Covid situation, the time has now come to complete this project. The creation of an in-house Screen Marlborough unit, together with its increased annual funding, is an excellent opportunity to complete this partially completed and "shovel-ready" project. Further details are included in the attached document "Making Marlborough - Submission to MDC 2021"
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
I respectfully submit that the draft Long Term Plan is inadequate in that it makes no provision for any Capital Expenditure in any Heritage Project at any time in the ten years covered by the Plan. Further details are included in the attached document "Submission to Long Term Plan 2021"
Picton Christmas Parade has been organised by a group of local volunteers for over 16 years. We work on running this event on mainly donations from four local businesses. With the new safety standards we are required to pay and put in place a road interruption so we comply.
Decision Requested
We are asking for the costings of the road interruption at a cost of $5000.00 per annum and on going.
Beryl Bowers - Picton Christmas Parade
Name
Beryl Bowers Picton Christmas Parade
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
N/A
Decision Requested
Beryl Bowers - Picton Christmas Parade
Name
Beryl Bowers Picton Christmas Parade
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
N/A
Decision Requested
Beryl Bowers - Picton Christmas Parade
Name
Beryl Bowers Picton Christmas Parade
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
N/A
Decision Requested
Beryl Bowers - Picton Christmas Parade
Name
Paul Irwin Antipode Ltd
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Please note, I think this is too small an investment and your vision for economic development is not particularly visionary or embracing of new opportunities. Aside from the technology investment, it's pretty much more of the status quo. There seems to be limited thinking around diversification to mitigation the potential impact of climate change, changing consumer expectations, and environmental pressures on our largely horticultural and tourism based economy. Marlborough offers a great lifestyle and COVID has totally transformed people's attitudes to remote working. So why not more investment in knowledge based areas? How about more co-working spaces, developing incubators for new businesses, etc? Also, a stronger focus on a green economy rather than industrial viticulture which has significant environmental impacts.
Decision Requested
Paul Irwin - Antipode Ltd
Name
Paul Irwin Antipode Ltd
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
The Council needs to take more leadership in understanding the impact of intensive viticulture on our environment - eg. heavy use of herbicides, pesticides, synthetic fertilisers, arsenic treated posts. Our industry is hugely exposed to eventual consumer backlash around the sustainability of our wine production. Organic grapegrowers continue to prove that there is a different way which makes better wines, can be efficiently managed, and has less environmental impact.
Decision Requested
Paul Irwin - Antipode Ltd
Name
Paul Irwin Antipode Ltd
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Investment is overweighted to sport which already gets lots of $ from ratepayers. Marlborough needs more investment in cultural and heritage initiatives. One piece which is significantly missing is acknowledgement of our rich pre-European history and more cultural activities and initiatives reflecting a Te Ao Maori world view. This could then become another pillar of our tourism industry beyond wine/food and outdoors.
Decision Requested
Paul Irwin - Antipode Ltd
Name
Paul Irwin Antipode Ltd
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I support cheaper, more affordable housing for Marlborough residents. However, I would like to understand the Council's strategy within its longer term vision for the region, particularly economic diversification and long-term population strategy.
Decision Requested
Paul Irwin - Antipode Ltd
Name
Paul Irwin Antipode Ltd
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Seems like a minimal outcome - 12 units - for the investment and lacking a long-term strategic framework for this issue.
Decision Requested
Paul Irwin - Antipode Ltd
Name
Paul Irwin Antipode Ltd
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Developers get significant benefits from successful developments so they should carry some of the associated costs.
Decision Requested
Paul Irwin - Antipode Ltd
Name
Paul Irwin Antipode Ltd
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Need to better understand impact of certain industries, eg forestry, on our infrastructure. Also I'd like a more forward-looking approach to infrastructure. Looking beyond just roads and water to digital infrastructure. Too many of Marlborough suffers from poor broadband speeds - what can Council do to address this?
Please see the attached document: Proposals for consideration for Marlborough District Council’s Long Term Plan 2021 to 2031 [John Kershaw 9th May 2021]
Decision Requested
Adopt the proposals and strategies listed as 'yes' above and consider the additional proposals on the attached document: Proposals for consideration for Marlborough District Council’s Long Term Plan 2021 to 2031 [John Kershaw 9th May 2021]
Conservation and particularly control of animal and plant pests are being undertaken by more and more people, operating as individuals or as part of community initiatives. Their common interests and activities are leading to strong social bonds being formed whilst the natural flora and fauna continue to improve. When they are actively thriving these communities add enormously to the well-being of society, in both the support and friendship generated and the improved living environment of more healthy birds and trees. Benefitting all local inhabitants and providing an enhanced environment for visitors. PLEASE SEE THE UPLOADED DOCUMENT FOR FURTHER READING
Decision Requested
Picton Dawn Chorus requests that the cost of a full-time employee be covered by Council for three years, to ensure that our volunteering work, in building a better environment and a cohesive community, can continue.
James Wilson - Picton Dawn Chorus
Name
Justine Johnson Te Whanau Hou Grovetown Lagoon Inc
Te Whauau Hou Grovetown Lagoon are restoring the Grovetown Lagoon and its tributaries. The current management practice of Council Rivers and Drainage Engineering of excavating the aquatic weed from upstream of the pumpstations has ongoing conflicts with maintaining the existing walking track. This submission to the Long Term Plan (LTP) requests that Council spend $20,000 on an independent review of how the area upstream of the pumpstations can be managed to meet all of the needs of the area including enhanced flood flows, maintaining the ecological and aesthetic values of the area in a sustainable way.
Decision Requested
Spend $20,000 on an independent review on how the aquatic weed can be controlled upstream of the Grovetown Lagoon pump stations to enhance flood flows, maintain the ecological and aesthetic values of the area in a sustainable way.
Justine Johnson - Te Whanau Hou Grovetown Lagoon Inc
Name
Chris Beech
Category
Community Facilities NA
Submission
There is no public toilet at the carpark at the top of Redwood Street. This is a popular start point for walkers and cyclists in the Wither Hills Farm Park, and dog walkers in Sutherland Stream below the Farm Park. While there is a toilet further up Sutherland Stream adjacent to the QE II covenant picnic area, this is not accessible to cyclists.
Decision Requested
Install a toilet at the Redwood Street/Wither Hills car park, similar to that in the Quail Stream/Wither Hills carpark. There is no need for a complex facility such as at the Rifle Range carpark.
Chris Beech -
Name
Chris Beech
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
New Renwick Road has inadequate road berm for bikers/pedestrians in the section between the Fairhall School and the Bells Road/Ben Morven Road intersection. This road has high traffic volumes as well as being a popular cycling route, creating major safety issues. It is also used regularly for cycling events and training.
Decision Requested
Extend the width of the tar seal on both sides of New Renwick Road in the section between Fairhall School and Bells Road/Ben Morven Road, or provide a dedicated cycle/walk path adjacent to the road .
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Additional submission: With reference to the Proposed Marlb Environment Plan [PMEP] policies, I request that MDC investigate a continuous off-road trail for cyclists and walkers on the true right of the Wairau River from Spring Creek to the Waihopai River bridge on SH 63. This would essentially follow the stopbanks unless impractical for good land management. I request that on renewal of leases on any Council owned/administered land, urgent priority be given to establishing public access trails for cyclists and walkers to achieve the above. An essential component of the proposed Wairau River Regional Park development is the inclusion of biking/walking trails. I see no need for public vehicle access on the stopbank between Selmes Road and Gifford Road.
Decision Requested
Ross Beech -
Name
Ross Beech
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
MDC appear to have a policy of selling off prime parking places to commercial entities eg in car park adjacent to the Health hub and library. I hope this will not be repeated in parking areas near the new library/gallery.
Omaka Marae is a cultural hub for the Marlborough Community. It is a place where people come to connect, learn and thrive within a kaupapa Māori environment. I support this proposal for the following reasons: •\tThe COVID-19 response and support from the council after lockdown was imperative due to the impact it had on marae bookings and our social enterprise Manaaki. •\tOmaka Marae hosts thousands of visitors every year through pōhiri, wānanga, tangi, hui, whānau gatherings and hui. Our facilities are constantly in need of maintenance and upgrading. •\tTe Pā Wānanga o Omaka Marae is in its third year running and our tamariki still do not have an established playground. We have met with Jane Tito from “Parks and Open Spaces” and have discussed the need for support in the first stage of development. This involves the installation of a tiger turf surface so that our tamariki can benefit from physical activity. The next stages of the project is to build locally inspired kaupapa Māori play spaces to facilitate learning and nurture creative play. Please find attached a draft plan of the site and which includes future development of a new modular classroom and a quote for the installation of the tiger turf. The placement of the turf is proposed on the northern boundary.
Decision Requested
Will Council support Omaka Marae in the development of a playground for Te Pā Wānanga o Omaka Marae.
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Omaka Marae is a cultural hub for the Marlborough Community. It is a place where people come to connect, learn and thrive within a kaupapa Māori environment. I support this proposal for the following reasons: •\tThe COVID-19 response and support from the council after lockdown was imperative due to the impact it had on marae bookings and our social enterprise Manaaki. •\tOmaka Marae hosts thousands of visitors every year through pōhiri, wānanga, tangi, hui, whānau gatherings and hui. Our facilities are constantly in need of maintenance and upgrading. •\tTe Pā Wānanga o Omaka Marae is in its third year running and our tamariki still do not have an established playground. We have met with Jane Tito from “Parks and Open Spaces” and have discussed the need for support in the first stage of development. This involves the installation of a tiger turf surface so that our tamariki can benefit from physical activity. The next stages of the project is to build locally inspired kaupapa Māori play spaces to facilitate learning and nurture creative play. Please find attached a draft plan of the site and which includes future development of a new modular classroom and a quote for the installation of the tiger turf. The placement of the turf is proposed on the northern boundary.
Decision Requested
Donna Nepia - Omaka Marae Inc
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Democratic Process NA
Submission
NMH notes that the Draft Long Term Plan consultation document does not include a section on community outcomes. Community outcomes provide a context for the Plan and show how the Council aims to achieve the outcomes in terms of social, economic, cultural, environment interests. The community outcomes can show the strategic direction to the overall plan and give clarity to the public.
Decision Requested
Recommendation: Community Outcomes are included into the Long Term Plan consultation document
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Community Support NA
Submission
MDC and NMH has a statutory responsibility to ensuring the wellbeing of communities. NMH would like the opportunity to continue to engage with MDC at a strategic and operational level on work that intersects both organisations. Marlborough achieved International Safe Community re- accreditation status in December 2020. The group driving the ‘Safe and Sound @ the Top’ (SAS@TT) Safe Communities is a collaborative network of government and non-government agencies involved in the improvement of safety in the Marlborough region. This model also aligns well with Government Wellbeing Indicators and Frameworks around safety and security. It is acknowledged that MDC and NMH have been involved in and supported the development of this group and its recent international status. •\thttps://treasury.govt.nz/information-and-services/nz-economy/living-standards/our-living-standards-framework/measuring-wellbeing-lsf-dashboard •\thttps://wellbeingindicators.stats.govt.nz/en/safety/
Decision Requested
Recommendation: MDC and NMH organise strategic and operational meetings to collaborate on work that is common to both organisations. Recommendation: NMH would like to see continued endorsement by MDC to improve safety and wellbeing in Marlborough through ongoing participation in the International Safe Communities process.
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
NMH notes that traffic growth has been identified as an issue. NMH encourages MDC to further develop its active and public transport routes to provide people with travel options. This also aligns with the priorities of the current Government Position Statement on Land Transport and the recommendations made by the Climate Change Commission. Investment in active transport delivers a range of social, environmental and economic benefits which include reduced congestion, emissions, and increased health and wellbeing. For Marlborough’s ageing population, active transport offers people greater transport choice in terms of affordability and accessibility. NMH encourages MDC to explore options for further investment into active transport. This could include funding for the Bikes in Schools programme across the district. In addition, investment in good quality, easily accessible cycle parking is critical to increasing cycling as a mode of transport. Therefore the number and quality of covered bike stands in the area should be assessed to see if it adequately meets demand. Cyclists need to be able to easily lock the frame of the bike directly to the bike stand, many old style racks only allow the front wheel to be locked which is not as secure given that most bikes have quick releases on their front wheels. NMH supports MDC’s desire to trial a range of different bus services to work out what suits the needs of the local community. It is worth noting that it does take time for patronage to build up on new routes and if frequency is low, consideration may need to be given to increase bus services rather than removing routes as increasing frequency may make this a more attractive option for bus patrons. NMH notes that the Roading Goals makes no reference to the strategic priorities of the Government Policy Statement on Land Transport (GPS) or the Te Tauihu Regional Land Transport Plan in regards to Safety or Better Travel Options. It is important that these are recognised in the Plan and associated programmes are budgeted for. NMH supports the Innovative Streets projects as they improve the safety and accessibility of the central business district for pedestrians and cyclists.
Decision Requested
NMH supports the following matters shown (Council Feb Meeting, pg. 27, 33) •\tSpeed management •\tBeaver Road Cycleway •\tStuart St-Taylor River Path •\tDublin St Cycleway •\tWhale Trail Marlborough Kaikoura •\tWalking and Mobility Improvements Recommendation: that funding is provided for the Bikes in Schools Programme. Recommendation: that MDC assesses the number and quality of the bike stands in the region. Recommendation: that MDC continue planned consultation and trialling of new bus routes with a view to expanding public transport accessibility in the region.
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Environmental Health NA
Submission
NMH is pleased to see the Infrastructure Strategy includes mention of a Carbon Emissions Inventory to assess the current level of emissions and identify opportunities for future reductions. NMH supports this approach because it demonstrates a commitment to delivering on the goals of the Zero Carbon Act. As part of emissions reduction, NMH recommends that MDC consider committing to a food resilience action plan to enable Marlborough residents to access food locally. NMH would support creating an action plan that commits to supporting in increase healthy plant based food consumption and reducing food loss and waste.
Decision Requested
Recommendation: MDC work with NMH and local iwi on a food resilience action plan, part of which could be signing up to the C40 Good Food Cities Declaration
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Flood Protection and Control Works NA
Submission
NMH is supportive of the measures that MDC have put into place to safeguard residents from the risks of flooding and erosion. NMH supports the following (Infrastructure Strategy: Rivers and Flood Protection pg. 7) •\tUndertake a comprehensive review of the Lower Wairau Flood Protection Scheme including climate change scenarios and to consult with the community on the desired levels of flood protection.
Decision Requested
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Water Supply NA
Submission
2.1 Drinking Water Standards NMH strongly supports the range of projects that will improve the quality of water including the proposed upgrades to the Havelock and Renwick, Wairau Valley treatment plants and the new plant for the Riverlands supply. NMH notes that MDC is aware of government proposals to make residual disinfection of drinking water mandatory e.g. chlorination of existing supplies such as Blenheim. NMH questions MDC’s decision to include Drinking-water Standards for New Zealand (DWSNZ) non-compliance as an option into the Infrastructure Strategy given that the Strategy’s water supply goals are to comply with the standards. The DWSNZ define the minimum quality standards for drinking water for potable water. Potable drinking water is a fundamental requirement for public health. Consideration for non-compliance is inappropriate and non-compliance could endanger the health of Marlborough residents. With the imminent regulatory changes, NMH recommends that MDC fully comply with whichever set of rules and standards are introduced in the future. Proposed changes to the regulation of drinking water will reduce the role that NMH has with regard to drinking water audit and enforcement. Council has highlighted (pg 23, Private Water Schemes) that under proposals in the Water Services Bill Council may have additional responsibilities for about 40 communities surveyed in 2019. NMH notes that additional supplies may be added to this number by Taumata Arowai. 2.2 Water Availability and Consumption NMH supports water metering to reduce average water demand. NMH also supports leakage control, pressure management, public education along with the use of new technologies. NMH notes that an option has been presented to” Amend the Code of Practice for Subdivision to include water saving techniques such as grey water recycling in all new homes.” NMH notes the importance of water recycling as the population grows and there are more frequent droughts as a result of climate change. NMH supports the use of greywater or rainwater for gardening, cleaning or toilet/laundry purposes. NMH does not support the use of rainwater or greywater for drinking water purposes unless there are no alternative reticulated option and only where suitable treatment is in place to render the water potable. NMH continues to support investigating alternative water sources for Picton and Havelock 2.3 Ageing Infrastructure NMH supports the implementation of a proactive, planned pipe renewals programme based on criticality in order to avoid unacceptable deterioration of levels of service. 2.4 Earthquake Risk NMH supports prioritising replacement of asbestos cement and cast iron pipes in areas where they have deteriorated in order to make the network more resilient. Fluoridation NMH would like to draw the Council’s attention to the press release of Hon Dr Verrall (18th March 2021) that states that “The Government is proposing an amendment [the Health (Fluoridation of Drinking Water) Amendment Bill] to see that decision-making sits with the Director-General of Health…The proposed change, which will be made by a Supplementary Order Paper, simplifies the decision making and means we are taking a nationally consistent approach that’s based on evidence... Given that fluoridating our drinking water is widely recognised as the single-most important initiative to improve oral health, I expect this Bill to pass this year…Local Councils are responsible for the capital and operational costs of fluoridation” NMH would highlight that the press release states: “There will be funding available to support local councils with fluoridation related infrastructure work.” MDC may wish to note this within the capital planning process.
Decision Requested
NMH strongly supports the preferred option to complete existing water treatment plant upgrades for Blenheim Renwick, Riverlands, Wairau Valley and Havelock and install treatment for each property in Awatere Rural (pg. 26) NMH strongly opposes Option 2 to consider alternatives to full compliance with DWSNZ (pg. 27). NMH supports the following (Infrastructure Strategy pg 27) •\tUniversal metering along with an active water leak reduction programme •\tInvestigation of new alternative sources for Havelock/Picton. •\tGreywater recycling on the condition water is used only for gardening, cleaning or toilet/laundry purposes. NMH supports the following (Infrastructure Strategy pg 28) •\ta proactive, planned pipe renewals programme •\treplacement of asbestos/cast iron pipes
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Sewerage Including Treatment and Disposal NA
Submission
NMH is pleased to see that MDC’s goal is that wastewater treatment plants will fully comply with current and anticipated discharge standards. NMH supports implementing a proactive planned renewals programme to mitigate public health risks from sewage overflows.
Decision Requested
NMH supports the following (Infrastructure Strategy: Wastewater pg. 6[37]) •\ta proactive, planned renewals programme •\tUpgrades to Blenheim waste treatment plant; MOPS, Burleigh, Battys Rd, Purkiss pump stations and associated pipelines •\tUpgrades and renewal of Havelock wastewater treatment plant and pump station •\tUpgrades to Picton, Renwick, Riverlands, Seddon, St Andrews.
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Emergency Management NA
Submission
NMH supports MDC’s approach to emergency management and natural hazard resilience. NMH supports investment into Marlborough’s Marae to develop individual emergency preparedness plans in order to increase community resilience and preparedness. In recognition of the COVID Iwi recovery plan, NMH recommend that “Feeding the people “ stream is linked to a food resilience action plan
Decision Requested
Recommend: NMH and MDC work together on responding to the COVID Iwi recovery plan
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Community Support NA
Submission
Smokefree Environments: NMH has been working closely with Nelson City Council to develop a Smokefree Outdoor Policy where smoking is banned from: •\tCouncil events •\tCouncil buildings and facilities, carparks and bus stops, •\tTown Centre •\tBeaches •\tWalkways and Cycleways The draft policy will be presented to Nelson Council this year for approval. These policies have been rolled out in numerous Councils over the past three years. NMH would like to work with MDC staff to introduce a similar policy as reducing the prevalence of smoking and de-normalising smoking behaviour is one way the Council can improve the health and wellbeing of Marlborough communities. Recommend that MDC works closely with NMH to develop a broader smokefree policy Reducing Alcohol-harm Intoxication with alcohol is the main cause of alcohol-related harm in New Zealand society, leading to risk-taking behaviour, road traffic and other accidents, injuries from falls and drowning, assaults, self-inflicted injury, and acute alcohol poisoning. There are social costs from the use and abuse of alcohol, to drinkers themselves, to others they come into contact with, and to the whole of New Zealand society. Costs range from avoidable morbidity and mortality, hospital presentations, aggression and violence, and crime, to harmful effects on family relationships, friendships and social life, schooling, study and employment opportunities, and financial problems. NMH recommends that MDC continues to implement a Local Alcohol Policy for the region that covers the following matters: a)\tDistances between sensitive sites e.g. early childhood centres, schools, alcohol rehabilitation clinics and the location for new outlets. b)\tDensity of existing venues c)\tEffects of late night licensed premises on the surrounding environment. Partnership with iwi and Maori NMH notes that whilst there is a separate statement relating to Maori and decision making, the Consultation document does not explicitly mention strengthening iwi and Māori participation in Council decision making. This is important that this is embedded into all Council documentation in order to have effective and meaningful partnerships with iwi.
Decision Requested
Recommend that MDC works closely with NMH to develop a broader smokefree policy Recommendation: that MDC develops a Local Alcohol Policy, under S75-97 of the Sale of Alcohol Act 2021 Recommendation: that the Plan outlines MDC’s commitments in relation to working in partnership with local iwi.
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
NMH is pleased to see that MDC is continuing to invest in ways to reduce stormwater egress into the wastewater network as contaminated stormwater entering the network may increase the risk to public health (e.g. risk to recreational water users). NMH is supportive of the measures that MDC is initiating to mitigate flood risks including the maintenance of tree plantings for riverbank erosion protection purposes. NMH encourages MDC to also use native plantings to minimise erosion. NMH supports the following matters (Infrastructure Strategy: Stormwater pg. 6) •\tImplementation of engineering interventions as part of an integrated Stormwater Management Area Plan •\tMeeting the requirements of the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management •\tInstalling water quality treatment on new developments and retro-fit treatment to existing stormwater reticulation •\ta proactive, planned pipe renewals programme NMH supports the installation of two new weighbridges in order to better report the tonnes of waste and diverted material. NMH would like to work with MDC to reduce the waste produced by healthcare it provides. NMH continues to support the introduction of wheelie bins and the review of kerbside recycling as indicated in the draft Waste Management and Minimisation Plan. NMH supports the investigation of a regional solution for organic material including green, animal and food wastes. NMH supports the following matters shows in Consultation document pg. 7 •\tNew weighbridges for waste management Recommends: that consideration is given to adopting a food waste collection service that diverts food from landfill and therefore reduces greenhouse gases
Decision Requested
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
NMH supports MDC’s commitment to improving freshwater health in the district through a wide variety of programmes including increased monitoring and reporting requirements. NMH supports additional funding in order to carry out monitoring and reporting obligations under the National Policy statement on Freshwater Management NMH supports the monitoring, and investigation of the Coastal Marine Area to enable reporting on the state and trend of Marlborough’s natural and physical resources.
Decision Requested
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Recommendation: NMH would like to see continued endorsement by MDC to improve safety and wellbeing in Marlborough through ongoing participation in the International Safe Communities process. NMH wants to emphasise the importance of continual investment in community facilities, these are places which can knit communities together by providing a social meeting place. NMH supports the re-development of the Landsdowne Park, Blenheim library redevelopment and Awatere Community Hall. NMH encourages MDC to work closely with the Youth Council and Accessibility groups to ensure that community developments are easily accessible and attractive to all age groups. In the design of community hubs, NMH encourages MDC to include breastfeeding facilities where mothers can have a quiet space to feed their infants. NMH support that Small Townships Programme that enhances towns connectivity, accessibility and unique identities. NMH supports the following matters (Infrastructure Strategy Community Facilities pg. 4) •\tLansdowne Park Hub Upgrade •\tBlenheim Library Renewal •\tBlenheim A&P Park Pavilion •\tAwatere Community Hall •\tExtending CCTV and free Wi-Fi •\tExtending the Small Townships Programme •\tRenwick Museum earthquake strengthening •\tIncreasing and improving public toilets Recommendation: consideration for the inclusion of breastfeeding facilities and infant changing facilities is included in any redevelopment of community facilities. NMH supports the new reserves going into new developments. This encourages physical activity for people who are less able and also provides more places where people can congregate which is important for mental health. Research has shown that living in areas with walkable green spaces positively influenced the longevity of urban senior citizens, with one particular study showing that the factor of walkable green streets and spaces near the residence significantly and positively influenced the longevity of senior citizens independent of a person’s age, sex, marital status and socio economic status . NMH recommends that future reviews of reserves policies include alcohol control and the smoke and vape free polices. Alcohol polices can help to manage any adverse effects of alcohol consumption on reserves. Alcohol control polices which serve to limit the users of reserves to exposure to alcohol consumption, advertising and sponsorship can support young people. Research shows that exposure to alcohol marketing for example, can result in young people drinking earlier in their lives and drinking larger amounts of alcohol. It is important to have consideration to alcohol policies when new recreation parks and facilities are developed especially if they contain activities and facilities for youth. NMH supports the following matters shown in the (Consultation Document pg 14) •\tNew/Upgraded facilities at Grovetown Reserve, Blackmore Place Reserve, Taylor River Reserve and Wither Hills Farm Park •\tAdditional funding for newly established parks, tracks, and facilities •\tDevelopment of responsible camping site at the Wairau Diversion •\tPublic convenience improvement programme Recommendation: that MDC includes alcohol and smoke and vape free polices in all reserves policies Refer also to our recommendations on Page 16 relating to Reducing Alcohol-harm NMH notes that MDC is investing in playground renewals at Seddon Domain and Pollard Park playground As part of the playground renewals, consideration should be given to increasing the number of shade structures or suitable trees, preferably native, so that people are able to get refuge from the sun in the middle of the day. This is especially important for children in playgrounds to ensure that they have additional sun protection. Consideration should also be given to whether playgrounds have a drinking water fountain. Adequate hydration is important especially in the warmer months. MDC has shown its commitment to the introduction of a sugar sweetened beverages policy whereby sugar sweetened beverages are not provided or made available for purchase at council-owned buildings and events. Increasing the number of drinking fountains is another way that MDC can contribute to the health and wellbeing of its citizens by giving people the option of free easily accessible water in public places. In addition, signage for water fountains should be added NMH supports renewals to Seddon Domain and Pollard Park playgrounds Recommendation: that MDC looks at the amount of shading in playgrounds in the region Recommendation: that MDC reviews the number of water fountains available in playgrounds. Recommendation: that signage is provided for water fountains.
Decision Requested
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
NMH supports the continued funding for housing for seniors and the development of more units. NMH supports retaining rents at an affordable level for new tenets. Housing affordability and availability has become an issue in Marlborough. The expense of housing can put families into poverty, and poverty is an important determinant of health, therefore NMH supports the development of policies that provide affordable good quality housing as an important for public health. Although housing generally reflects rather than creates socio-economic position, affordability has an influence in terms of: •\taccess to quality housing, •\twhere people live and thus social and economic opportunities, •\thome ownership and the benefits of stability that this offers, and •\tincome available for other needs such as food, heating and health care. NMH believes that allowing the intensification of brownfield locations, close to amenities and services, is necessary in providing for the region’s ageing population to “age in place” (live at home into your older years). Older persons generally state a strong preference for living in their own home or non-institutional community settings. Dwellings have long lifetimes and at some stage in a dwelling’s life it will be either occupied or visited by someone with mobility issues. Universal design ensures a home is sustainable and can be adapted to meet the life-time needs of the resident. A community trial in Taranaki has shown that the adoption of universal design modifications have resulted in an estimated 26% reduction in the rate of injuries caused by falls at home per year in those houses where modifications have been made. BRANZ research has shown that it is considerably cheaper and less disruptive to incorporate universal design features into a new build than retrofit the same house later Therefore NMH supports Council-led department of housing especially in regards to infill/CBD development as this enables people to have easy access to services and facilities. NMH recommends that new housing developments are required to incorporation of universal design standards within a certain proportion of developments. Support: Council-led development of “affordable” housing or apartments on Council-owned land be investigate and a feasibility and funding options report be prepared. (25/2 Minutes pg. 70) Recommendation: universal design of a proportion of housing is incorporated into the aforementioned feasibility report Support: construction of 12 new Senior Housing units
Decision Requested
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Jane Murray Nelson Marlborough Health
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
NMH would like to bring MDC’s attention to Nelson City Council’s consideration of using parking fees to offset expenditure for walking and cycling projects in order to create mode share.
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Decision Requested
Jane Murray - Nelson Marlborough Health
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Community Facilities NA
Submission
Please refer to our submission attached under the community heading. The Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust seeks assistance to develop and maintain the Wairau Valley Peace Memorial Hall.
Decision Requested
Assistance to fund a commercial kitchen facility and financial help to preserve the roof.
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
We would also provide a special submission seeking help to develop and maintain the Wairau Valley Peace Memorial Hall administered by the Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust.
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Name
Katherine Horrey Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment
Decision Requested
Katherine Horrey - Wairau Valley Community Hall Trust
Our attached submission is focused on the need to address roading issues within Cissy Bay which is located at the head of Hallam Cove in Pelorus Sound.
Decision Requested
A decision to agree on action necessary to address the issues in our submission, namely the upgrading and sealing of two road sections in the Cissy Bay locale
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Not qualified to comment
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Not qualified to comment on these very specific proposals which do not affect us
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
We support the need to protect the freshwater and seabed environment on the basis of no adverse affect on our community
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
The general intent of this section is desirable
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
It is unclear to us what this section means in practice
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Not qualified to comment on this on behalf of members
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Not qualified to comment on this on behalf of members
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Not qualified to comment on this on behalf of members
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Not familiar with this policy so unable to comment
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Not qualified to comment on this on behalf of members. However can comment that the one hour free parking provision generally works well for those casually parking, but likely less acceptable by those needing longer term parking
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Not qualified to comment on this on behalf of members
Decision Requested
John Cretney - Cissy Bay Community Association
Name
John Cretney Cissy Bay Community Association
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
Complex issue - not qualified to comment on this on behalf of members
Please find attached a copy of the submission from Climate Karanga Marlborough on Climate Change and associated matters.
Decision Requested
Included in our written submission.
Budyong Hill - Climate Karanga Marlborough
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
My major concern is with Climate Change and the negative impact of increasing traffic congestion, carbon dioxide emission and the valuable space that private cars take up. A radical rethink is required. People need to do less trips in their cars. It should be safe to cycle or walk, especially to schools. Marlborough has great climate, flat terrain, and people often making quite short journeys. More of those journeys need to be taken by public transport/cycling/walking. A new network of safe options is needed for Blenheim, Picton and Renwick in particular.
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
In principle I support investment in infrastructure. We have suffered too much of "reduced rates" political campaigns. We do need to look at more sustainable infrastructure. Many areas in NZ have looked at more local ways to dissipate stormwater, rather than piping it some distance with the problem associated with overload from extreme weather events - which look increasingly more likely.
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
In principle support investment in Marlborough. The Marlborough Events Centre needs to be a Community owned and operated facility. Do you really need to spend $20,000 to better understand the benefits of Garden Marlborough? Getting a Consultants report has become a default option. Is it always necessary?
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Given Climate Change this is a very small investment in our environment. The biggest and most difficult issue to tackle is transport. Vehicles produce approximately 30% of carbon dioxide emissions, contribute significantly to air pollution and respiratory health problems and roading is the largest component of Council expenditure. More drastic and unpopular action is required.
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
One of Council's main functions is to support communities. When work is contracted out - eg Picton Maintenance - is a necessity that checks are carried out that ensure the work has been carried out to an agreed standard.
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
The only way to solve our current housing crisis is to to drastically increase the supply. Market forces will not do this at affordable prices. It is really a role for central government rather than local councils. There are things listed that the Council could do, other than actually building houses. Council also needs to ensure that infrastructure is in place. Debt is acceptable to achieve this because it means future users are paying.
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Do we also need to see inter-generational fairness. How are we assisting young people to have suitable accommodation?
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Making something simpler to administer is usually an improvement.
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
We need to rethink transport. Parking takes up more and more of a valuable resource - land. Our focus should be on transport systems that emit less carbon dioxide. We need to design for people and not cars. Radical rethinking is required to have a transport network that is orientated to public transport, cycling and walking. The usual expectation of having free car parking wherever you go is unsustainable.
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
In terms of water management I support the strategy the is being driven by central government. We cannot just keep paying lip service to climate change. We need to reduce our reliance on the internal combustion engine. This needs to happen in the next ten years and the Long Term plan should reflect that.
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
Bruce Richards
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Setting a rates cap is only to appease those that continually try to make political capital out of how much we pay in rates. Most councils in NZ face a problem of catching up on infrastructure because they have been too scared to spend. Debt is currently cheap. The users of the infrastructure built for the future end up paying for that debt. They get the services in exchange. Market forces will not pay for all the important things that make for great community.
Decision Requested
Bruce Richards -
Name
John Reuhman 1. Ecoworld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. 2. EcoWorld Trust. 3. Picton Cinemas
This 2021 submission follow on from the submissions in respect of the EcoWorld entities in 2020 and 2019. EcoWorld's 2021 submission contains elements of: Community Facilities. Culture & Heritage. Environmental Matter. Education. Regional Development. SUBMISSION. (see attached for full details) EcoWorld seeks the acknowledgement and support of the Marlborough District Council in its future planning recognising that: EcoWorld* is Marlborough’s unique social enterprise in nature EcoWorld is a unIque social enterprise making very significant positive impacts locally, regionally and nationally. “Maritime educational facility and visitor attraction on the Picton Foreshore, that contributes to the social, economic and cultural wellbeing of the Picton community” - Marlborough District Council. 21 May 2001 \t “Picton Aquarium works in conjunction with the kaitiaki of Te Ātiawa. EcoWorld Aquarium houses and manages taonga species – most notably tuatara - and a range of other species of value to the Rohe. EcoWorld also acts as a rescue centre for species in the Rohe, particularly seabirds, and so is a valuable asset to the responsibilities of Te Ātiawa, as kaitiaki.” - Te Ātiawa o Te Waka-a-Māui Manawhenua Ki Te Tau Ihu Trust - Submission \tWaitohi Picton Ferry Precinct Redevelopment - 12 April 2021 The EcoWorld team is driven by our purpose and impacts, positively advocating for the wildlife and environment of the Marlborough Sounds to make the Marlborough Sounds and Aotearoa a better place for all. EcoWorld employs the world class “Connect Understand Act” methodology (World Zoo Aquariums Association) with all its activities. 51,000 paid visitors pa.Marlborough’s most visited “paid for” tourist attraction \t\t36,000 children pa. \t\t3,900 LEOTC school children pa. Learning Experience Outside the Classroom \t\t1.1 million visitors (705,000 children) since 2002, over the past 19 years \t\t14,000 Picton Cinemas patrons pa. (financial support $32,000 pa. by EcoWorld) \t\t$4.7million pa. associated visitor spend in Picton (ref. Oamaru Penguin research) \t\tProspering post Covid lockdown at about 84% pre lockdown turnover Only aquarium in South Island. Home to an irreplaceable unique collection of New Zealand marine species. One of only 3 public aquariums in NZ (Kelly Tarltons and National Aquarium) Partnerships & Agreements\tIWI DOC MPI Zoo Aquariums Australasia WReNZ etc. Top of the South’s leading native wildlife rescue, rehabilitation & release centre (mostly sea birds) Marlborough community sponsor and supporter of numerous groups and projects 6 FTE’s all paid the Living Wage 102 tertiary graduates in fully paid internships since 2002. Mostly university science graduates NB. Fully self-funding and debt-free All surplus funds are reinvested into EcoWorld and Picton Cinemas Founding Partner - Marlborough Sounds Endangered Native Wildlife Breeding Collective Bias for action - initial response\tYes. How can we help you?
Decision Requested
Marlborough District Council acknowledges, consults with, supports and includes the EcoWorld* identities in future relevant Annual Planning and Long Term Planning recognising that: EcoWorld* is Marlborough’s unique social enterprise in nature EcoWorld is a unIque social enterprise making very significant positive impacts locally, regionally and nationally. * EcoWorld:\t(1) EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre \t\t(2) EcoWorld Science Heritage & Education Charitable Trust (# CC10212) \t\t(3) Picton Cinemas\temphasis on art house cinema
John Reuhman - 1. Ecoworld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. 2. EcoWorld Trust. 3. Picton Cinemas
Name
Chris Marshall Endeavour Park Pavilion Society Inc - Port Marlborough Pavilion
Please see the submission details in the attached pdf.
Decision Requested
Approval for an additional $10,000 Council funding per annum (total $17,100 pa) which will enable us to develop and continue our in-demand service.
Joanne Brady - Citizens Advice Bureau Marlborough
Name
Juliane Merz
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
The funds for these proposed investments should go to help cover cost for renewing existing infrastructure, improve resilience for potential natural disasters and climate change (all of which seem necessary). The proposed additional investments are "nice to have" if you have abundant funding, but considering proposed rates increases this is not the situation for the Council.
Decision Requested
Juliane Merz -
Name
Juliane Merz
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Again, I would prefer that Council takes an approach of "spending ratepayers money where necessary", no additional funding for "nice to have" when at the same time rates have to increase substantially.
Decision Requested
Juliane Merz -
Name
Juliane Merz
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
If there is an increase in LGCI which is considerably larger than it was when the community was consulted on services wanted, there should be another consultation about increased levels of service agreed upon previously. Housing and basic cost of living are increasing, incomes may not be increasing for many ratepayers. If the financial situation changes for ratepayers, then their preferences for levels of service versus rates increases may have changed substantially also.
To request funding for the coordination of a Marlborough wide Matariki Festival.
Nicola Neilson - Marlborough Events Ltd
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Environmental Protection NA
Submission
I don’t see Biodiversity in the above options.
Decision Requested
Increased support and funding for biodiversity including marine biodiversity. Support and impliment the proposed Wairau River Regional Park
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Democratic Process NA
Submission
MDC is one of the few local bodies in Aoteoroa that has a democratic electoral process.
Decision Requested
A continuation of the STV system for the election of concillors. This must apply whether the ward system is retained or abolished.
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Currently businesses are screaming out for staff so it seems a huge waste of rateayers money to encourage even more business to the area. That will mean more people coming to fill thise jobs which means more pressure on housing, infrastructure and the environment. We can not continue physically growing ad infinitum.
Decision Requested
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Our freshwater quality and quantity is declining at an alarming rate. Those profiting from using ths precious resoirce should be paying more for the privilege of making money from a commons. MDC does a good job allowing its staff to support community groups that are protecting or enhancing our environment. I strongly support further expenditure and support in this field. There needs to be more support for native inverterbrates and lizards along with the marine ecosystem.
Decision Requested
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
The quality of life is dependant on our local communities and our physical environment. Having moved from Christchurch this is a major attraction to living in Marlborough.
Decision Requested
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Reducing rates in tough times is a false economy as you then have to make very large increases. The pblic only remembers the big rises never the nill or ow ones!
Decision Requested
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I believe that council providing emergency housing is a far better social outcome than homeless people on the streets.
Decision Requested
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Provide financial/technical support to social housing trusts/groups.
Decision Requested
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I see it as part of the whole social housing issue.
Decision Requested
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Developers should be paying a significant contribution to infrastructure as failure to do so is actuallya ratepayer subsidy to their profits. While you observe that council has no ability to control how developers ‘leak’ sections on to the market this is acually the major cause of housing shortages. You can rezone the whole district as urban but it wont stop just a few sections being released at a time so will not reduce the cost (see ChCh in the 1990s). There is a need to lobby govt for something like an undeveloped land tax.
Decision Requested
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Normally I would say “no” to discourage car use and congestion however in a town with alm no public transport your proposal is cheaper per household than a public transport rate. I would encourage you to provide free parking for full electric vehicles as they are helping achieve CO2 reduction and are not causing air pollution in the CBD. It would be a very minor cost for some years but send a clear message about intent.
Decision Requested
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Failure to maintain and upgrade infrastructure is a more expensive option in the long run
Decision Requested
Rob(ert) McCaw -
Name
Rob(ert) McCaw
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I support either: 1. A higher debt cap than proposed as never in my life have interest rates been so low. It seems foolish to not borrow long term at rates that are below inflation! 2. Issuing “infratructure bonds” to NZ citizens only allowing increased access to funds but providing an opportunity for locals to invest in our community.
Parents of children in my area are very concerned about the numbers of school children trying to cross Coleman's Road in the mornings and afternoons on their way to and from Springlands, Bohally and Marlborough Girl's College. At that time there is quite a lot of traffic on the road. Most of the Bohally/Girl's College kids attempt to cross Coleman's Road right at the Ward St/Kingwell Drive intersection, which is a crossroads and very dangerous. You need to look simultaneously in four directions to successfully cross the road there. There is an unmanned old 'Kea' crossing (not a full pedestrian crossing) near Orchard Lane, but most of the children do not use it and it is not clearly signposted as a crossing to drivers or to the children (I note some of the younger Springlands School kids do use it when directed to do so by a parent). Most just follow their noses and wish to go straight from Kingwell Drive across Coleman's Road to Ward St or vice versa. With the redevelopment of the colleges site, the number of children crossing here is likely to increase in the future. In the view of parents in our area, it's "an accident waiting to happen".
Decision Requested
Can Marlborough Roads please urgently investigate traffic calming options on this stretch of Coleman's Road and report back to councillors on a preferred option that will improve safety for the school children, who currently have no choice but to cross this busy road unaided twice a day.
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
No comment.
Decision Requested
Elena Smith - Individual
Name
Elena Smith Individual
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
In preparing to navigate a bright future, we should not lose sight of the past - a rich heritage that makes us who we are as a region - our collective identity. Therefore, we need to invest in the existing heritage, and support advancement of the facilities and knowledge that has been accumulated over previous generations - treasuring it for future generations. This includes; •\tMaintaining current facilities to house and protect culture and heritage artifacts •\tTo embark on a policy of support funding for existing, significant and future infrastructure to house and promote heritage artifacts, to preserve them for future generations •\tProvide a pool of competitive funding for minor maintenance projects that encompass preventative and restorative work to address artifact deterioration •\tAcknowledgement from council for the acquisition of local heritage artifacts, infrastructure or associated ameliorative work •\tTo continue supporting the regions culture and heritage, by increasing access and awareness of the general public to all facilities available in the Marlborough region
Decision Requested
To incorporate the above request in the long term plan, and implement with prudence, the objectives we have set out above. Furthermore provide specific funds to support these regional objectives.
Ross Cooke - Marlborough Vintage & Farm Machinery Society Incorporated
Name
Ross Cooke Marlborough Vintage & Farm Machinery Society Incorporated
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Provide more low-cost housing for pensioners and vulnerable residents.
Decision Requested
Ross Cooke - Marlborough Vintage & Farm Machinery Society Incorporated
Name
Ross Cooke Marlborough Vintage & Farm Machinery Society Incorporated
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Providing the Option is fair and equitable to all parties. The Options are not presented in this question.
Decision Requested
Ross Cooke - Marlborough Vintage & Farm Machinery Society Incorporated
Name
D.N. Laing
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Support storm water system Don't require new weighbridges. Present weighbridge system at recycling centre adequate
Decision Requested
D.N. Laing -
Name
D.N. Laing
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Businesses should support themselves. It is not a core Council responsibility
Decision Requested
D.N. Laing -
Name
D.N. Laing
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Limit annual expenditure to 2021-2022 level for next 3 years to $900k total
Decision Requested
D.N. Laing -
Name
D.N. Laing
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Renew & maintain only. Community personal income increase less than proposed rates rise only leading to reducing community standard of living. Replacement facilities to be realistic. eg: No more community toilets costing more than a new house
Decision Requested
D.N. Laing -
Name
D.N. Laing
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Agree to using surplus or unallocated funds to reduce & smooth rates
Decision Requested
D.N. Laing -
Name
D.N. Laing
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
It's National Government responsibility
Decision Requested
D.N. Laing -
Name
D.N. Laing
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Whatever scheme should not lead to rate increase
Decision Requested
D.N. Laing -
Name
D.N. Laing
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Cap should be set at Cost Index + % personal annual income increase
Decision Requested
D.N. Laing -
Name
D.N. Laing
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Cap should be set at Cost Index + % personal average annual income increase
Decision Requested
D.N. Laing -
Name
D.N. Laing
Category
Solid Waste Management NA
Submission
Decision Requested
Council should concentrate on delivering core essential services of roads, water & sewage for the community maintaining rate increases to within cost of living & income indices and avoid extravagant "nice to have" but non-essential facilities
Inadequate shoulder on New Renwick Road [NRR] for cyclists and pedestrians: 1.There is no shoulder on both sides of NRR between Fairhall School and the BenMorven/Bells Rd intersection 2. No shoulder on north side of NRR between Wither Hills Winery and BenMorven/Bells Rd intersection 3. Traffic in this region has increased markedly in the last 20 years as vehicles and vineyard machinery use NRR as an alternative route to the southern valleys and SH 63. Also a huge increase in lifestyle blocks using NRR for commuting to work/school, plus servicing of these lifestyle blocks.
Decision Requested
Develop cycle lanes or increased seal width on the shoulder of New Renwick Road, to improve the safety of all users.
The current approach to seniors housing is profoundly problematic. 1. MDC needs to have a clear strategy that goes beyond its own portfolio management; 2. MDC need to commit to universal design in all dwellings including its own, preferably through the adoption of the LifeMark and independent accreditation at LifeMark 4 or above; 3. Recognise that the current approach to rent setting for MDC seniors stock is neither affordable nor, as claimed, based on on market rents.
Decision Requested
1. Develop a seniors housing strategy within a more comprehensive regional housing strategy with clear goals and action pathways for council and other actors; 2. Adopt LifeMark 4 for all council new builds and independently accredit; 3. Incentivise new builds to be independently accredited through either small increases in site coverage or when intensification is delivered some development levy relief; 4. Set affordable rents for MDC senior housing or use prevailing rents (stock rents) rather than 'flow' rents to represent 'market rents'.
Kay Saville-Smith -
Name
Kay Saville-Smith
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Agree with the stormwater upgrade. New weighbridges are low priority compared to others.
Decision Requested
Kay Saville-Smith -
Name
Kay Saville-Smith
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Continued economic development activities need to be guided by a clear strategy which is based, among other things, on developing a clear understanding of the barriers to economic development presented by the lack of affordable housing in Marlborough. Please refer to housing attachment. Current activities need to be reviewed. Yes to event guides. Re evaluation of Garden Marlborough, no evaluation is necessary. Results are self-evident. Yes to deferred maintenance AND the financial management needs to be reviewed to ensure that maintenance is not deferred in future needs to be established. If the Events Centre needs ongoing subsidy, this should be made transparent. No to $30,000 for the BBA.
Decision Requested
Kay Saville-Smith -
Name
Kay Saville-Smith
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Standards of living and the spending power of our community is deeply affected by housing costs. Emphasis should be placed on: (a) access to affordable housing for low and modest income households including seniors; (b) MDC not using what are effectively exclusionary covenants on developments in which it is involved to generate value uplift; (c) recognise visitor services and tourism as well as its other primary sectors and service sectors (health, education, and emergency) typically pay only modest (and in some case low) incomes and those staff face significant housing affordability problems. The LTP does not recognise this sufficiently.
Decision Requested
Kay Saville-Smith -
Name
Kay Saville-Smith
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
To continue our Covid-19 response - yes To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan LTP - yes To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve - No, this funding should be directed to generating affordable housing outcomes including seniors housing To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance - no
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See paper attached in relation to priorities.
Decision Requested
Kay Saville-Smith -
Name
Kay Saville-Smith
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See paper attached above
Decision Requested
Kay Saville-Smith -
Name
Kay Saville-Smith
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
See paper attached regarding rent setting, supply and issues of design which apply to other aspects.
Decision Requested
Kay Saville-Smith -
Name
Kay Saville-Smith
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Infrastructure development designed to stimulate new residential developments generates significant additional value to land owners which goes well beyond the cost of any contributions to the physical costs of development through development levies. That value uplift benefits land owners whether or not they go on to shift the use of greenfields into residential developments and is effectively paid for by the community. It is important that some of this value uplift is paid back to the community and committed to the development housing affordable to low income and modest income households with a particular emphasis on attracting and retaining young, key worker families, ensuring housing for seniors is appropriate. This is best undertaken through intermediate housing products and care needs to be taken to ensure that it complements, subsidise or substitute the responsibilities of Kainga Ora. See commentary on housing.
Decision Requested
Kay Saville-Smith -
Name
Kay Saville-Smith
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
See above - It is critical that MDC actively recognise and realise some of the value uplift generated by infrastructure investment designed to bring land into residential development - that value uplift is effectively a windfall gain and is unlikely to generate housing at price points that young working families and modest income key workers can afford. To release that break MDC needs to establish mechanisms (as other councils are now doing) to ensure that at least some of the windfall gains in land value and associated house prices are paid back into programmes that generate housing at price points affordable to those families and households. See note on rent setting.
Install stormwater infrastructure in Grovetown to enable already zoned residential sections to be build on and larger sections to be sub-divided. Stop using Targeted Loan Rates as the largest source of funds for the General Revenue Accounts. Targeted Loan Rates should only be used for their targeted purpose, not as a profit making activity for other Council spending.
Yvonne Wratt - Grovetown Residents' Association
Name
Philip Sim
Category
Community Facilities NA
Submission
There is a picnic area located at Mahakipawa Arm with several tables, however it has public conveniences. Therefore not ideal for those who picnic and fish in the area. The Link Pathway passes nearby so i think it would be great if a public toilet can be located here as it is many kms to the nearest one.
Decision Requested
Allow a budget for toilets as the area is popular for visitors along with increasing numbers using the Link Pathway
Philip Sim -
Name
Philip Sim
Category
Other NA
Submission
The MDC should purchase a block of land which borders blocks numbers 1, 8, 9, 10 and 12 Victoria Domain. There is increasing numbers of wildlife nearby, enhancing the biodiversity so protecting them It would be ideal and add to the Victoria Domain. it will give an opportunity plan for future use of that land block. There is a path that starts from block 8 that heads to join shared track above Endeavour Park so it would be better to improve on that track to gravel all weather. This will discourage dog walkers to walk through Endeavour Park which is dog prohibited. Blocks 8,9 and 10 I support a change to become ac conservation local heritage wetlands area. There is a stream nearby so protecting that along with bird life also. Native trees planting to enhance the area along with a board walk across the stream to connect to shared walking track further away from MBT G.S.D. for safety reasons.
Decision Requested
Purchase the private owned block and bordering blocks 8, 9, 10 become a reserve and be designated Dog Prohibited as it is Dog Off-Leash Area Endeavour Heights Reserve.
Philip Sim -
Name
Philip Sim
Category
Culture and Heritage NA
Submission
A block of land known as Waikawa West B 223a 0r 05p was part of my whanau land, since the Waitohi Purchase Deed 4 March 1850. In 1912 Waikawa West B was partitioned into three blocks with one block, Waikawa West B Sec 1, 22a 1r 26p awarded solely to my whanau. The last block of land the Waikawa West Pt Sec B1 Mori Block of 6.2347 ha. The land was a successful farm growing many different vegetables and fruit for local community and whalers in the Marlborough Sounds along with providing employment . Therefore it is an extremely high important heritage site of my whanau is now owned by MDC. The location is end of Ranui Street Block 11 Victoria Domain.
Decision Requested
A memorial seating with interpretation panels located near start of The Snout Walkway Track. Built of natural timber like a kiosk style (one at Anakiwa come to my mind). A water fountain too. Memorial plaque at end of Ranui Street with a carved pataka (raised storehouse for food). The wahi tapu water spring. area to be given protection and heritage status. The track starting from end of Ranui Street to the Waikawa Marina to named after one of my whanau. The track that starts from end of Ranui Street to top of Victoria Domain also be named after one of my whanau.
Philip Sim -
Name
Philip Sim
Category
Animal Control NA
Submission
The Contractor who has the responsibility for Animal Control to have more resources to monitor and enforce the Dog Prohibited areas in Picton especially Nelson Square, Shelly Beach Reserve, Waikawa Bay Foreshore Reserve and Endeavour Park. Signs that are either damaged or removed from the designated MBT Victoria Domain should be replaced immediately.
Decision Requested
As in my comments more resources and education programme also.
Philip Sim -
Name
Philip Sim
Category
Community Facilities NA
Submission
The carpark at the beginning of The Snout Track has no picnic table. Although there are tables further back along the road many people stop here for longer and have a picnic.
Decision Requested
New picnic table is required.
Philip Sim -
Name
Philip Sim
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Free parking is encouraging drivers to drive around busy Picton CBD areas searching for a free one hour park. To allow free parking rate payers who do not park in CBD or drive are subsidising those users. The Picton CBD High Street has a Loading Zone displaying P 5 however many vehicles are parked there for longer. This is causing safety issues with vehicles parked in that Loading Zones and people are crossing the street to get to where they want to go. It is especially dangerous with families crossing the road while drivers are driving along High Street looking for a place to park. Some drivers are driving across the Loading Zone when they see a free parking space on the other side of the street, some are even driving a U-turn and driving between two parked cars in the Loading Zone. Cars are parked in the Loading Zone even though there are many free angle parking spaces. Sometimes when a car is backing out of carpark, car parked in Loading Zone opening door onto oncoming traffic. This has the potential to cause an accident and even though the speed limits was recently reduced there still is a risk of an accident. is there any reason why the Loading Zone is so long creating parking for a number of vehicles? Why is the signs are not saying 5 Min Maximum Goods Vehicles Only, not the current Park 5 Loading Zone? The other major issue is Campervans continue to park in the angle car parks in High Street causing the rear of those campervans to go on to the High Street driving road creating many blind spots. There are several nearby car parking however many users want to use the Loading Zone. With the increasing number of campervans and vehicles towing trailers which includes boats the Loading Zone was not provided for them to park longer than 5 minutes. There are many times the delivery vehicles have not been able to park in Loading Zone due to private vehicles parking more than 5 minutes and therefore parking in angle carparks . This problem is going to increase with the new bigger ferries in the future. I believe the current one hour parking should be changed to 30 minutes as many vehicles park longer than one hour and creates a lack of parking in High Street CBD. MDC need to explore where other places to park especially vehicles with trailers/boats, is parking in middle of High Street the right place? Safety along with unclear line of vision is a major issue.
Marlborough is facing a looming employment crisis, ageing population, young people moving away, a disconnect between youth and local industry, limited promotion of Marlborough as a place to live and work – and competition between regions. “Youth engagement in local employment” was identified as the #1 priority in a ‘Labour Skills Shortage, Smart and Connected Forum’ in 2019. A recent “TEAM” report on the long-term impact of Covid-19 showed 15% of businesses have had to reduce staff numbers, totalling over 140 job losses, and 39% also reported experiencing difficulty in recruiting staff since the lockdown…The greatest impact was recorded on senior and casual [and thirdly, junior] staff roles.” "The biggest cause for concern [in Te Tau Ihu] is the level of unemployment for workers under 30. We must try to retain those young people in our region – if we lose them the impact will be quite dramatic. We already have an ageing population, losing a significant cohort of under 30s, that's not a good picture looking out over the next 5-10 years.” (Stuff Business, 3 June 2020) Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough is already engaged in the area that the Marlborough community sees is the most important priority in helping the skills and labour shortage within the region. We are already reaching over 600 of Marlborough’s college students (as well as nearly 60% of the region’s primary school children) and have programmes and initiatives in place to assist with addressing these issues.
Decision Requested
We seek to expand the reach of these initiatives in order to make an even greater impact in delivering solutions to the region’s most pressing problems. We ask for $33,000 funding per year to support these efforts. We outline more regarding the specifics of the support we request in the attached document.
Kelvin Watt - Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough
Name
Christopher Young Wairau Presbyterian Parish
Category
Community Facilities NA
Submission
The Wairau Presbyterian Parish (A Not for profit charity-CC # 52029) are in need of upgrading their current toilet facilities at their Community Hall, 1 Riley Crescent, to enable bigger community groups access to the Hall. Currently we have 8 separate community groups using these facilities and are restricted by the current toilet facilities in regards to larger groups being able to use. We have currently raised $20,000 of the estimated $60,000 we require to complete this project/upgrade. The main reasons for our seeking support from the MDC are: 1) To meet Local authority requirements for our toilet facilities 2) Establish a 'legal' wheelchair access toilet 3) enable larger groups to access/use Hall facilities. Further detailed information (including costing) will be presented at a Submission hearing (should we be granted one).
Decision Requested
To financially support the upgrade of Toilet facilities at the WPP Community Hall, 1 Riley Crescent, Redwoodtown, for Approximately $40,000.
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Marlborough Stroke Club committee and members consider it false economy to build 2 storey units and not install a lift at the time of the build. refer to supporting document.
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Please refer to the attached.
Decision Requested
Tracy Atkin - Feast Marlborough Charitable Trust
Name
Phil Robinson Robinson Construction Limited
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I support the Town Branch stormwater upgrade and the addition of two weigh bridges for waste management.
Decision Requested
Phil Robinson - Robinson Construction Limited
Name
Phil Robinson Robinson Construction Limited
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I support investing in the economic proposals as outlined.
Decision Requested
Phil Robinson - Robinson Construction Limited
Name
Phil Robinson Robinson Construction Limited
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I support investing in the environment as outlined.
Decision Requested
Phil Robinson - Robinson Construction Limited
Name
Phil Robinson Robinson Construction Limited
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I support investing in the community as outlined.
Decision Requested
Phil Robinson - Robinson Construction Limited
Name
Phil Robinson Robinson Construction Limited
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I support the new COVID-19 Rates Reserve.
Decision Requested
Phil Robinson - Robinson Construction Limited
Name
Phil Robinson Robinson Construction Limited
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
I strongly disagree to Council again becoming a land developer. Supply of residential land won't be fixed by MDC re-entering the development space. Council's focus should be in enabling land subdivision, by zoning land for residential purposes and installing services to support the zoning. Keeping in mind that landowners will decide to sell or develop when they are ready, and it is unlikely that land owners will do this sequentially.
Decision Requested
Phil Robinson - Robinson Construction Limited
Name
Phil Robinson Robinson Construction Limited
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Further Council funded priorities to increase supply: * Invest so as not to rely on sequential development. Timing will never suit everyone. * Land supply (green fields) - Council is unlikely to have an advantage over private enterprise in procurement of land unless we need to start compulsory acquisition of land to enable subsequent development. * Zoning land for residential development - the time it takes to re-zone land can be significant and once zoned there are then delays in getting services to the development blocks. MDC must be more aggressive in zoning and planning for future and investing in those plans. * Infrastructure/services in place in a timely fashion invest in infrastructure/services for non-sequential development so new land can be considered, rather than wait for sequential development. Each landowner has differing timelines and drivers for them to give up their long term incomes from the land or lifestyle. The cost for funding for future growth in this low interest environment would not be large. * Benefit to ratepayers and the community for non-sequential infrastructure provision: - More land becomes available for development - When sizing underground services for a longer growth period the time for installation is much the same, but reduces future upgrades when the next sequential block is to come on stream. As a developer we are working through the same old issues every time that we apply for a resource consent for a subdivision; - sewer capacity - stormwater capacity these should be sorted on a macro scale, not fiddled with each time a consent is lodged. Viticulture land close to town will be a biggest barrier to the supply of residential land in the future (DCF of owning a vineyard vs one off sale for residential).
Decision Requested
Phil Robinson - Robinson Construction Limited
Name
Phil Robinson Robinson Construction Limited
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I support investment in Senior Housing, though, from what I have seen of the plans, I am surprised that the only 1st floor access is a stair.
Decision Requested
Phil Robinson - Robinson Construction Limited
Name
Phil Robinson Robinson Construction Limited
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I like option 1, but I would like to see costed examples for developments in likely areas of growth in Marlborough before supporting fully.
Decision Requested
Phil Robinson - Robinson Construction Limited
Name
Phil Robinson Robinson Construction Limited
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I would like to support the Infrastructure Strategy fully, but I disagree on one significant point, which is developing infrastructure sequentially. This I feel has helped cause the issues we have now with a shortage of residential land supply. The cost to install mains service to all of the zoned land, would mean that more land would be available for development, and then infill would also likely happen. At the moment we only need one landowner to not want to develop and the whole expansion in that area stops. Particularly in the current environment, the cost of money would be too much of a burden to ratepayers not to mention the benefit and efficiency of one large project and associated disruption, verses several small projects over time.
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I agree with the statement for Council to expand its role in regards to Senior Housing to include solar power in all new and existing units on a timely basis. We must look after all our resources. I would also like the Council to make a timetable to update/refurbish existing units.
Decision Requested
Judy Bennison -
Name
Judy Bennison
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I also agree with the statement regarding the new development in George Street. I'm 75 years of age and reasonably fit but I would have to be desperate to consider living in an upstairs unit without lift access, we just can't manage stairs like we used to.
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I ask that Council consider supporting the Ara Wairau Cycle Trail. the attached document provides a summary of this proposal, and I look forward to presenting more detail during the hearings process.
Decision Requested
Neil Charles-Jones - Ara Wairau Cycle Trust (not yet incorporated)
Name
Gayle Chambers Grey Power
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Grey power Marlborough supports the Council's core role expansion in housing matters and the Senior Housing Development in George Street. In Detail: Grey Power Marlborough agrees that Council should buy and develop land for mixed public and private housing. However Council should not become a house builder. Council must give priority to new housing infrastructure. Also it must work closely with land owners, developers, Kainga-Ora (Housing NZ) and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. It must pick up on any opportunities from the recent Government announcements, on funding for land purchase and infrastructure construction costs. The Council Housing Group has members highly skilled in many housing aspects. This local technical expertise must be utilised by Council in its housing supply planning, and its discussions with government agencies. This could be through a newly created Smart and Connected Forum, to avdocate the provision of private and public housing for the Marlborough Community. Grey Power Marlborough welcomes the Council's intent to construct new senior housing in George St and that Council is planning further new senior housing development to replace its older accommodation units in Blenheim. The George St new units could be a good example for the building of similar new public housing in the CBD by other developers. George St requires a lift. Grey Power agrees with Council budgeting $100,000 to allow for an extensive consultation with the Marlborough community on their housing needs. With its 5,500 Marlborough members, all Seniors, the Association can work with Council as a strong partner in this consultation process.
MOUTERE RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB (MRFC) SUBMISSION TO MDC FOR LONG TERM PLAN FUNDING FOR PROPOSED REFURBISHMENT OF COMMUNITY CENTRE / CHANGING SHEDS AT AWARUA PARK The purpose of this submission is to seek an additional $181,235.85 of Council funding for the proposed refurbishment of the Community Centre / Changing Sheds at Awarua Park, Spring Creek. As well as providing changing facilities for MRFC, which has 240 junior players and 80 senior players (including a women’s team) registered for the 2021 season, the facility is used by rowing groups, cultural groups, travelling school sports teams, NZ Defence Force, Rapaura Tennis Club, and others, it is also used for hosting an annual Tasman rugby 7s tournament. Following submissions to the Marlborough District Council in 2015, 2019 and 2020, MRFC was very grateful for $140,000 to be allocated in July 2020 for an upgrade of the Community Centre / Changing Sheds. Refer to the attached submission notes as presented to the Annual Plan Hearing Committee on 3 June 2020. The $140,000 funding was based on concept design plans and a cost estimate derived from those plans. Working alongside Marlborough District Council (MDC) staff over the latter months of 2020 and early 2021, $9,671.00 of the allocated funds were used to develop the concept drawings into detailed construction plans for building consent and an asbestos assessment. Building consent was issued on 22 January 2021 (BC201242). In February 2021 the building consent plans and project information were to seven prospective builders and contractors with a request for quotes by 11 March 2021. CMT Group were the sole quote received. Their estimated the cost for the proposed upgrade was $372,683.02 excluding GST. Following discussions with MDC staff, CMT Group, in the community spirt of the project, have generously revised their costs and the estimate is currently $308,063.85 excluding GST. Refer to the attached quote from CMT dated 22 April 2021. Note that the CMT quote does not include the removal of asbestos which has been estimated at $3,500 excluding GST. The difference between the allocated funding based on the concept and the latest estimate based on construction plans, costs to date, and expected asbestos removal is $181,235.85. Refer to attached Table 1. The MRFC respectfully request funding support from the Marlborough District Council to meet this shortfall.
Decision Requested
Approve an additional $181,235.85 of Council funding for the proposed refurbishment of the Community Centre / Changing Sheds at Awarua Park, Spring Creek.
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Decision Requested
Moira Conroy -
Name
Moira Conroy
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I support the Council expanding its role as long as in the building process the Council include solar power in the building/construction process. The Council should lead the progress to saving environmental and global resources and also promote sustainability while showing a willingness to save ratepayer funds. The Council already promotes Solar Power through its rates scheme so please consider backing that promotion by installing it in present and future Housing for Seniors and disadvantaged in the community. This Council should be leading by example in showing they want to save ratepayers money by installing solar power not only inhousing but commercial buildings. Elderly require more power as they age and as rents rise this places a further burden on their budget creating the need for further support from Government. Doesn't it make sense to make housing sustainable energy wise supporting all tenants of Council residential properties to be more independent while also contributing to making our planet greener and saving on resources.
Decision Requested
Moira Conroy -
Name
Moira Conroy
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
This new complex is aged and mobility challenged so therefore contravenes regulations where access marginalises certain sectors of the population. Family, service personnel and supporting community maybe inhibited from access due to a lack of a lift. The installation of solar power proves the Council can and will provide when and where it sees a necessity.
Decision Requested
Moira Conroy -
Name
Bruce Youngman
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
My submission relates purely to the George Street Senior housing complex. PLEASE consider it.
Decision Requested
Bruce Youngman -
Name
Bruce Youngman
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
First-floor apartments for the elderly is completely illogical. Having a "long-term understanding of ones health and needs" is star gazing. A fall, a mild or severe stroke or a severe illness could result in a tenant not only losing their mobility but also their home even following rehabilitation. Even in good health a tenant has take all their needs up a flight of stairs. We are talking about elderly people here. I am 10 years older than the average senior housing applicant and fortunately, like Councillor Peters, I too can comfortably negotiate stairs... that could change in seconds. For a good number of years I was one of several, mainly over 70 year olds, who volunteered at the local Hospice delivering home aids to the homes of the terminally ill seniors. These aids included hospital beds and lazy boy chairs. The beds were broken down to four segments with two and sometimes three electric motors attached. Negotiating the stairways with these in modern town houses and home units was particularly difficult. Flats in Francis Street are a memory. Think again please Councillors!
Pure Events Marlborough, with the financial support of the MDC TEAM funding took on the organisation of Wine & Food Festival Market now known as Blenheim CBD Summer Market & developed the first Savour in Marlborough event. My expertise has always represented council professionally and to a high caliber in previous roles & events I have run with MDC support. 14 years as Manager of Marlborough 4 Fun, then working on Tuia 250 as Event Organiser of the concert/foreshore activities, Multi-cultural Festival and stepping in to take on the above events in 2021. Market Day and Savour are a key drivers to Marlborough’s economy as well as offering quality free events to the community. Each benefit from the other in terms of structure costs and staff time to organise. We have a strong blue print to work from. Having developed and grown the market and established good relationships with the stall holders. Created & delivered Savour in Marlborough & have established strong relationships with Marlborough beverage & food stall operators having experienced a successful event that has been a viable business opportunity. Also worked in with CBD businesses who are supportive of events I manage seeing them as beneficial. With my event management experience I already have strong relationships with key contractors, marketing contacts, emergency service and suppliers to ensure safe, professionally run, well attended events. The only way these events can continue is with some council funding– it would be a true loss to the region & previous money &time invested if these successful/iconic events were take place. Market Day was significantly improved in terms of variety & new stalls totaling 90. It was also the highest attendance with an estimated 4000 people over the day. Feedback from visitors was much improved variety & quality of stalls & the entertainment created an enjoyable atmosphere. Most stall holders were happy with the organization, the number of attendees & atmosphere. Savour in Marlborough was well received & attended, an estimated 1500 – 2000 over the evening. We had 6 alcohol sites and 12 food/soft drink (1 x coffee and 1 x juice) operators. Both food & alcohol providers were happy with business & numbers attending. Attendance numbers based partly on feedback of product sold. Market was very busy from the get go with highest attendance most stall holders had seen. These events are of economic benefit to the region in terms of bringing people into town & spending, not only for stall holders but also CBD retailers, café’s & restaurants. It keeps the CBD alive on what is a very busy weekend in terms of tourists who may not venture into town if there is not some sort of event on offer, as well as attracting locals into town offering them a free event as many may not afford to be part of W & F Festival. From feedback both the Market & Savour events were popular with locals, visitors, stall holders & local businesses alike. It would be to the detriment of the region were they not to go ahead. We should be making the most of Wine & Food visitors to showcase the region & have professional, enjoyable events to attend the day before. It’s important CBD is showcased as a vibrant place to be. In the current climate there is no opportunity to source large sponsorship or other funding opportunities. It would not be viable without some financial support from MDC TEAM or MDC Long term Plan. There are no other options for securing funding for Community Events and thus a potential loss of these 2 beneficial events to the region. All community event funding is tied up with Marlborough 4 Fun contract. I understand this contract is coming up for renewal/tender so may be a good time to re-look at how the funding is allocated beyond 2022. We have applied to TEAM but this is not certain for this year & no longer be available past 2022.
Decision Requested
To support the events going forward as outlined in my submission and proposed budgets. We would be requesting from MDC Long-term Plan the shortfall or full amount requested from TEAM towards both events for 2022 should TEAM not be able to fund it and ongoing reducing request to $26,250 in 2023 and $25,250 in 2024. Going forward from there adjusting annually to CPI. In order to properly implement both events I have requested from TEAM $26,500 towards organization, entertainment and other costs ($17,500 for market and $9000 to Savour). This is $4500 less than requested across both events last year. Although some costs such as the organization time should come down there are additional costs such as electrics (community events no longer supported/funded by Marlborough Lines), Sound and tech crew were significantly reduced this year due to Covid and needing to have some income rather than none. The same regarding performers. I have attached a detailed breakdown of actuals and forecast budgets for next 3 years which also shows the contribution we can secure towards the costs. If only one event was to be funded it would require $18,000- $20,000 for each event as there is a substantial amount of cost reduction sharing costs across both events and staff time.
Katrina Lange - Pure Events Marlborough
Name
Katrina Lange Pure Events Marlborough
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I think it can already be seen very clearly that Garden Marlborough as per other large events in the region bring in a huge amount of visitors and therefore benefit the local economy. I don't feel $20K needs to be spent to establish this. I am not sure what the Blenheim Business Association is really achieving on an annual basis for the businesses and retailiers in the CBD. I know I am probably sounding biased given my profession, however I believe good quality/professionally organised events - particularly those taking place in the CBD that attract large crowds are more beneficial to the economy/CBD businesses. However, that is probably better served asking retailers as to whether they see the benefits - from what I have heard from some of them they do not see the benefit of BBA but do see benefit of some events.
Decision Requested
Katrina Lange - Pure Events Marlborough
Name
Katrina Lange Pure Events Marlborough
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I think it is very important to invest in all the above aspects for our community.
Decision Requested
Katrina Lange - Pure Events Marlborough
Name
Katrina Lange Pure Events Marlborough
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Covid-19 has hit our region and others very hard and the community needs this kind of support to get back on its feet and go forward united and stronger than before.
Decision Requested
Katrina Lange - Pure Events Marlborough
Name
Ian Simmons NZMCA Marlborough
Category
Other NA
Submission
This submission is a request to the Marlborough District Council to consider making available on a lease basis any surplus land in their ownership to the New Zealand Motor Caravan Association for the purpose of overnight parking of members motorhomes and caravans. The NZMCA for a number of years have considered many properties in Blenheim and surrounding areas for lease or purchase but have been hampered by zoning restrictions, access issues particuarly associated with main highways and the the competition for viticulture use. Preferred sites would be one hectare or larger with firm ground conditions and easy entrance access. Services such as water would be desirable but not necessary. Only members vehicles would be allowed to stay on any selected site and would be subject to the certified self contained compliance requirements and other conditions applicable to overnight stays. We believe there are a number of sites which may be suitable and available in the greater Blenheim area including the now disused netball courts adjacent to Horton Park. This site is appealing as it is already a sealed area with secure boundary fencing. Other benefits of this site to members is the proximity to the Centennial Pool and Sports complex (200m) and the Blenheim town centre (500m) and the many other activities in the urban area. As these services are within distance of this site the monetary benefits to the town of Blenheim would be immense. We thank you for the opportunity to forward this submission for consideration.
Decision Requested
Ian Simmons - NZMCA Marlborough
Name
Tamara Livingstone Marlborough Youth Council
Category
Other NA
Submission
Health and Wellbeing. These suggestions/view points have been taken from the outcomes of the Marlborough Youth Hui held 26 February 2021. This report has been circulated to the Mayor & Councillors.
Decision Requested
Support schools to increase the information and resources they provide to young people to support mental health, well being and information about the effects of alcohol & drug. This happens but needs to be more. Can extra resource be given to Marlborough Youth Trust or other youth workers to better support young people with their wellbeing (mental health & drugs/alcohol). These needs have increased due to effect of Covid-19 increasing anxiety for some young people. Could Council help to look at safe alternatives for transport. The taxi service in Marlborough is limited, additional options such as Uber is wanted in Marlborough. This not only reduces young people driving when they have used alcohol or drugs, but also provides a safe option for getting out of other risky situations such as violence and sexual assaults.
Tamara Livingstone - Marlborough Youth Council
Name
Tamara Livingstone Marlborough Youth Council
Category
Other NA
Submission
Continuation and appreciation for Council’s support of Marlborough’s youth. Support for Youth Council allow us to take part in events that connect us with other young people such as taking part in Youth Hui and Top of the South get together with other Youth Council. These benefit us in working towards our Youth Council Plan goals. Support allows events to be run by Marlborough Youth Trust for Marlborough young people. Youth Council also believe MySpace is a great place for youth and appreciate the funding & use of the building given by Council. Youth Council appreciate that Councillors are interested in hearing from youth.
Decision Requested
Tamara Livingstone - Marlborough Youth Council
Name
Tamara Livingstone Marlborough Youth Council
Category
Environmental Policy NA
Submission
Environment Clean oceans and rivers are important to us. We would like to see Council supporting clean-up efforts. Promotion about sensible waste disposal in the sounds, more rubbish bins provided around Picton marina. Raise awareness on the impact of rubbish & waste in the sounds. Youth Council is in favour of ideas such as the Envirohub waste free trailer for events. Any new building near the sea such as marinas needs to consider how they manage waste and any other environmental impact. Youth Council encourage ongoing monitoring of air pollution, keeping public informed and taking steps to reduce this. The environmental impact will effect youth and children the most as it is our future.
Decision Requested
Environment Clean oceans and rivers are important to us. We would like to see Council supporting clean-up efforts. Promotion about sensible waste disposal in the sounds, more rubbish bins provided around Picton marina. Raise awareness on the impact of rubbish & waste in the sounds. Youth Council is in favour of ideas such as the Envirohub waste free trailer for events. Any new building near the sea such as marinas needs to consider how they manage waste and any other environmental impact. Youth Council encourage ongoing monitoring of air pollution, keeping public informed and taking steps to reduce this. The environmental impact will effect youth and children the most as it is our future.
Tamara Livingstone - Marlborough Youth Council
Name
Tamara Livingstone Marlborough Youth Council
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Environment Clean oceans and rivers are important to us. We would like to see Council supporting clean-up efforts. Promotion about sensible waste disposal in the sounds, more rubbish bins provided around Picton marina. Raise awareness on the impact of rubbish & waste in the sounds. Youth Council is in favour of ideas such as the Envirohub waste free trailer for events. Any new building near the sea such as marinas needs to consider how they manage waste and any other environmental impact. Youth Council encourage ongoing monitoring of air pollution, keeping public informed and taking steps to reduce this. The environmental impact will effect youth and children the most as it is our future.
Decision Requested
Tamara Livingstone - Marlborough Youth Council
Name
Richard Osmaston Money Free Party NZ
Category
Other NA
Submission
The plan looks quite impressive. Well done. Council's task at this time is basically impossible if we are to retain our integrity. I have concerns about our basic operating system, ie the money system, that are not being addressed at all. The LTP has an overriding assumption that basically all is well and that we will be fine continuing basically as we are. Sadly this is not the case and I think we are all well aware of this. I won't list our failures here, but Climate change, Resource consumption, Stress, Inequality and Technological Unemployment are a start.... I appreciate that historically there is only so much a Council can do and that time, resources, money and energy are limited. However, in times of such strife, with multiple threats to our wellbeing becoming ever more obvious, it behoves us all to not simply throw up our hands and say "we're doing all we can". We have a greater responsibility than that, and at some point will have to state "we will do whatever we have to". That fortunately will free us to admit the evident current failures and to look more forcefully and rationally at what may well initially be unimaginable proposals. Such as, of course, abandoning money. It is at the root of every problem that we face. We must be aware of the insidious creep of psychopathy as we are cornered by money into absolute acquiescence to it. Thanks very much for this opportunity. All the best. Richard
Decision Requested
To be sufficiently bold to acknowledge our current fatal trajectory and to look at 'outside the box' alternatives to capitalism. For example, the money free 'Resource Based Economy'.
Richard Osmaston - Money Free Party NZ
Name
Richard Osmaston Money Free Party NZ
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
We have a severe housing crisis which is untenable in a modern, abundant society.
Decision Requested
Richard Osmaston - Money Free Party NZ
Name
Richard Osmaston Money Free Party NZ
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
We cannot continue to grow. Our planet is finite and we must find ways to live upon it harmoniously.
We are seeking support from Council to expand the Voluntary Targeted Rates Scheme further to include the re-roofing of existing Marlborough dwellings by offering a funding service to ratepayers.
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Decision Requested
Brian Ross - Grey Power Marlborough
Name
L Doyle
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Spending on an Events guide is superfluous when notification can be made through the Community newspapers freely distributed throughout the area. Figures and evidence regarding the outcome of Garden Marlborough should already be available after the event. If parties concerned are unable to evaluate the outcome themselves they shouldn't be involved. Blenheim Businesses should be supporting themselves by becoming more encouraging of the community to spend in the region.
Decision Requested
L Doyle -
Name
L Doyle
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Planning a multilevel apartment building, even if it's only one level, without a lift (for any age group) is a totally blinkered approach Although lifts can be retrofitted the cost and disruption of installation will be far less if space for a lift has already been allocated. The "fit" Seniors that may be allocated to the top level will still have to carry their groceries (or the delivery person will) to their abode (not a pleasant task which I can vouch for) or may have family visiting with young ones in a pram or pushchair or even a carry basket which can be uncomfortable pulling upstairs.
Firstly •\tStop using SUIPs as the basis for targeted rates except in the likely rare instances where a SUIP based rate/charge is demonstrably appropriate by being entirely consistent with what must be considered under section 101(3) of the LGA02; and •\tOtherwise, use other factors from Schedule 3 of the LGRA as the basis for targeted rates to avoid the highly inappropriate outcomes that arise from the use of SUIPs. Secondly: •\tUse the powers Council has under section 19 of the LGRA to set a targeted (metered) water rate. Alternatively: •\tAt the very least, amend the SUIP definition for a dwelling so it only triggers additional SUIP charges where: o\tThe secondary use or habitation occurs (or is available) for most of the time (ie; greater than 50% of the time); and o\tInvolves a substantial portion (say 40%) of the area of habitable spaces regardless of what facilities those spaces contain (ie, as such space serves as a proxy for maximum total occupancy).
Henry Dowler -
Name
Robert Besaans GeoInsight
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I support the following: 1. Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors" as driving Innovation and Technology in the region is important to our clients and company. There is a lack of skilled IT personnel in the region and we'd like to help change that where possible. I don't support the following: 1. Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum - Would it not be more impactful to disseminate the events online through a social media campaign? - Printing is not good for our environment.
Decision Requested
Robert Besaans - GeoInsight
Name
Robert Besaans GeoInsight
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Our natural environment is suffering. Having been part of the Te Hoiere/Pelorus Catchment Condition Survey project, I've seen first hand that our natural environment requires attention, and with the combination of the NPS-FM related undertakings and processing the seabed mapping data it will be imperative to decision making in order to enhance our degraded natural environment.
Decision Requested
Robert Besaans - GeoInsight
Name
Tim Newsham Spring Creek Residents and Ratepayers Association Inc
Category
Community Facilities NA
Submission
One of the primary tasks of our resident’s association committee is to maintain and run the Spring Creek Hall for the benefit of the local and wider community. We organise the booking of its use, cleaning, improving and both daily and long term maintenance issues. We have been fortunate in having several long term “tenants”, one of which generates the majority of the hall’s income. While this situation exists we are able to continue with the smaller costs of running the hall. However, occasionally we have to consider the larger more costly maintenance or repairs to keep the hall viable as a community asset. At our last AGM, the committee realised we could no longer postpone the painting of the corrugated iron roof. Two years ago, three committee members, using harnesses and a “cherry picker” waterblasted the lichen covered south side and refastened the flatter north side and terminated some leaks by installing a new ridge flashing. As this was volunteer work, the only costs were the materials and plant hire. However, the roof painting will require proper edge protection scaffolding, fastening repairs and primer and two top coats of paint. We have received two quotes for the painting (quote documents available upon request). The median cost of these two quotes is $6813, though the dearer one of the two is more comprehensive. Our committee has agreed that we would be able to meet half the expenses for this work if MDC could fund the balance. We are acutely aware that the MDC has had to bare unscheduled and addition expenses due to the unprecedented Covid issue, and that this year’s annual budget cannot be as generous as previous years. However, we feel we can’t put this maintenance job off for another year, for fear that we will then need to re-roof, as the church next door has had to do, despite a recent paint job. Our hall is old, but is generally in good condition. It is used free of charge by both the local church, Spring Creek School and for the Anzac Day commemorations. We try to keep our rental prices down, so that they are affordable to a wide sector of the Marlborough community. We therefore request that Council help fund this project. A grant of $4000. would cover half of these costs.
Decision Requested
We therefore request that Council help fund this project. A grant of $4000. would cover half of these costs.
Tim Newsham - Spring Creek Residents and Ratepayers Association Inc
Name
Sue Duckworth
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
There is a need to have warm dry home for Seniors as some of the existing housing is old and may not comply with a healthy home standard
Decision Requested
Sue Duckworth -
Name
Sue Duckworth
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
The current free parking appears to be supported and it is more than fair to increase any parking over this 60 minutes to be increased by 50% .
Decision Requested
Sue Duckworth -
Name
Karen Tilley
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Maintaining the 3 waters is fundamental to council's duties, and I am pleased to see a regular programme of maintenance and upgrades. National government policies require council to collect data on waste management, hence the need for the weighbridges.
Decision Requested
Karen Tilley -
Name
Karen Tilley
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Blenheim is ideally placed for regional and national conferences, and I support economic development outside of the winery industry to broaden the local economy.
Decision Requested
Karen Tilley -
Name
Karen Tilley
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Fully support this.
Decision Requested
Karen Tilley -
Name
Karen Tilley
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Safety in the community includes allowing older people, children, and disabled to access shopping, community facilities, and schools without the need to drive a car. It's great to see the lower speed limits extended slightly beyond town centre. Let's work harder at providing more wide footpaths, safe biking lanes and slow vehicle traffic speeds in our Marlborough communities. Start removing on street parking. And lots more zebra crossings please! The climate crisis can best be met by government action. And encouraging walking and biking has benefits for people's health & wellbeing, and lead to increased business activity. Love to see the Innovating Streets projects in other parts of NZ.
Decision Requested
Karen Tilley -
Name
Karen Tilley
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Yes I support rates relief.
Decision Requested
Karen Tilley -
Name
Karen Tilley
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Yes, there is definitely a role for local council to be involved in housing matters. After the Christchurch earthquake and ground surveys in areas surrounding Blenheim I remember council saying that infill within the town limits was important, and could absorb much of the local necessary expansion in housing. But I haven't seen as much of this as I expected, except for the excellent work being done by Kainga Ora. Council could ease some restrictions to enable more smaller properties to be built upon. I also support medium density housing - going up to 2, 4 or even 6 stories. Flats will suit some of our residents.
Decision Requested
Karen Tilley -
Name
Karen Tilley
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Ease requirements for car parking spaces at medium density residences, space for bikes, mobility scooter storage.
Decision Requested
Karen Tilley -
Name
Karen Tilley
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Absolutely - great to see this initiative. I am worried about the lack of lifts though. I also support rents for senior housing to be more in line with senior incomes and not at 80% of market rental rates. This would require a change in council policy. Most seniors in local council housing live on a very small fixed income - usually superannuation - and market rental rises in the past 4 years have far outstripped the rise in superannuation.
Decision Requested
Karen Tilley -
Name
Karen Tilley
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Be brave. Vehicle traffic on Market St & Scott St CBD limited to taxis, disabled badges and small delivery vans only. There is satellite parking all around Blenheim CBD and that's where people can park their cars. Close off parking on at least one side of secondary roads, such as Redwood St, Weld, Taylor Pass Rd, Maxwell, McLauchlan, Dillons Point Rd, and put bike, e-scooter separated lanes in. Residential areas maximum speed limit of 40 kph. Create much more secure bicycle parking near the CBD and places of employment.
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
CCS Disability Action supports Councils investment in housing providing it is designed to meet the requirements of everyone. This complex is designed for "elder" residents however it is also designed for "active life stylers" and has no lift. It assumes that the "active life styler" will always be immune from illness and/or accident. A Lifemark expert assessment would be that the proposed units would support 30% of the minimum design requirements of Baseline Accessibility and would therefore provide an unsafe and potential hostile living situation for an older occupant based on Global Universal Design Best Practice. Another concern is the reluctance to install a lift. Comments from a 72 year old Councillor saying he would quite happily "run up and down stairs" displays a lack of understanding of the issues regarding impairments. It is not about stereotyping, it is about making the units accessible for all. The Councillor is fortunate to be "fit" at the present, but should take into account how quickly our mobility can change. Not installing a lift means that someone with an impairment is most likely only able to choose a ground floor apartment, why should they not have the opportunity to live upstairs should they wish to? Consider also that visitors to the apartments may have an impairment, is it right that they should be constrained to visit only those on the lower floor? What about the shifting of furniture/equipment, a lift would certainly assist in that area. Retrospective fitting of a lift would be significantly more expensive that doing it now, space has been allocated for one to be installed, so why not just do it. Finally, these units should be designed to cater for a varied group of residents. I am concerned that this design requires the Council "to select" the tenants by perceived and current physical status. Please find attached a document expanding on the points above
Decision Requested
BJ Clark - CCS Disability Auction
Name
Beryl Bowers Picton Historical Society Inc
Category
Culture and Heritage NA
Submission
The Picton Historical Society is committed to the continued development and maintenance of a world class Heritage and Whaling Museum in Picton. We would like to present to the Long Term Planning Committee our vision of how the council and the society work together to achieve this goal.
Decision Requested
Continued support of the Council for the operation of the museum.
Beryl Bowers - Picton Historical Society Inc
Name
Beryl Bowers Picton Historical Society Inc
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
n/a
Decision Requested
Beryl Bowers - Picton Historical Society Inc
Name
Beryl Bowers Picton Historical Society Inc
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
n/a
Decision Requested
Beryl Bowers - Picton Historical Society Inc
Name
Beryl Bowers Picton Historical Society Inc
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
The one hour free parking applies to the council parks with meters and there is plenty of other free parking available in the area for people to use in Picton.
Decision Requested
Beryl Bowers - Picton Historical Society Inc
Name
Julia Brown
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
As a resident on Colemans Road, with school-aged children, we have a growing concern around the increasing volume of vehicle traffic and the 50 speed limit around an area with very high numbers of young children. There are NO signs warning drivers of school children, NO safe pedestrian crossings and NO reduced speed limits during school drop-off and pick-up times. Children converge on Colemans Road from Springlands School, Bohally and the MGC - at certain times of the day it is extremely dangerous for our tamariki trying to cross the road. With the Rose Manor subdivision there is more vehicle traffic and we can expect a greater volume of vehicle traffic and children on scooters/bikes using Colemans Road once the subdivision is completed.
Decision Requested
I would like to see council discuss with Marlborough roads the installation of permanent signage on Colemans Rd (opposite Orchard Lane) warning drivers that children are crossing - and flashing lights reducing the speed limit to 40kms/hour or less during peak times of 8.30am-9am and 3pm-3.30pm (on both sides the Ward Street/Kingwell Drive crossroad) - much like what is seen on SH6 at the end of Hutcheson street. A permanent road crossing would also be beneficial.
To ensure Council funds allocated for a vital piece of local infrastructure continue to be ring fenced; and The Council's obligations under the Marlborough Environment Plan to implement a plan of action to assess Climate Change risk on existing Council infrastructure.
Andrew Caddie - President KCSRA
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Stormwater a necessity - hire contractors that can do the job efficiently or guarantee work be done on time and to a standard that they can rectify issues at their cost. Weighbridges should increase the rate of dumping at a roi to users rather than an overall rate increase to Marlburians.
Decision Requested
Russ Bonanza -
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Advertising strategy needs to be fundraised. Better sales and marketing team should be attained to reach out to our local radio, newspaper and public for volunteer fundraising. M.E.C should be running profitably to be able to cover costs. Hold more events or fundraising to cover repairs or use it as opportunity to work with local contractors in part with advertising their product in conjunction with holding events there. Barter for trades. Should not fall on rate payers.
Decision Requested
Russ Bonanza -
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Environment is necessity for freshwater management. No to Seabed mapping- can be done by external company and sell the data to users until paid off. To what use will the local council benefit from this? Give it to a university to achieve- student fees and external influence can manage this.
Decision Requested
Russ Bonanza -
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Support safety in community yes Area is already desirable. Our facilities are being either exploited or used for nefarious purposes. Security to upgrade and cleaning services to be reviewed (some not doing their job)
Decision Requested
Russ Bonanza -
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Smooth rate increase yes. Find alternate strategies that don't require future spending as rates will continue to increase until ratepayers begin to despise the council.
Decision Requested
Russ Bonanza -
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Council can only do what it can. Put it to the developers and land subdividers to pay additional costs as it seems their profit affects our sewerage systems and environmental factors. Start an investment trust from these zone expansions to pay for future upgrades and future council expenses.
Decision Requested
Russ Bonanza -
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
No to State housing or community housing. Invest in strategies that will either make money or have longetivity
Decision Requested
Russ Bonanza -
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Senior housing is 50/50 depending on how it's managed. Poorly managed facilities will become run down quicker. If possible to outsource to hospitality industry to ensure capex for maintenance and possibly profitability
Decision Requested
Russ Bonanza -
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Have a parking system that can be subsidized. I.e pay for parking up front but claim back if proof of receipt can be attained for purchase over X dollars. Rebate can be used to pay for future parking but funds will always stay in council hands.
Decision Requested
Russ Bonanza -
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Support the rate payers. Buffer the rise by increasing debt only means that rate payers will have to pay that amount back by BUT if you're able to grow the region with more rate payers then maybe that can be your roi... Or inevitably tip the scales and plunge us into more debt.
Decision Requested
Russ Bonanza -
Name
Russ Bonanza
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Funding heirarchy. Some things need more attention than others Defer spending
The Marlborough Ridge community are seeking approval and financial support from the Council to replant the entrance to The Marlborough Ridge and to repaint the yellow entrance walls & street signs. The current planting of flaxes requires a lot of maintenance, which it doesn't receive. In addition, in our view, it is unattractive and unwelcoming and doesn't provide an appropriate transition into the avenue of trees beyond. A group from the community are keen to do all of the work, including removing unwanted plants, new planting and painting of the walls. We have a landscape designer and a professional painter in our midst who are both keen to be involved. Our group is also willing to carry out any required ongoing maintenance. Plans have been drawn up and already discussed with Robin Dunn (Parks & Open Spaces). As has a proposed colour for the walls (Resene Marsala with gold lettering). I have canvased the community and attach a list of residents names who would welcome the change. Of the 87 households I have been able to contact only 2 haven't been in agreement with the proposal.
Decision Requested
I am seeking permission from the Council to proceed with this work and for the Council to provide the plants, compost, mulch top up and paint for the walls.
Heather Whiting - Marlborough Ridge Residents
Name
Christine Hutchison
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Council should not be involved in private enterprise
Decision Requested
Christine Hutchison -
Name
Christine Hutchison
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Stay out of Port operations.Anothet commercial enterprise.
Decision Requested
Christine Hutchison -
Name
Christine Hutchison
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
COVID is a health issue not a council issue.
Decision Requested
Christine Hutchison -
Name
Christine Hutchison
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Nothing to do with council operation. This is a health department issue.
Decision Requested
Christine Hutchison -
Name
Christine Hutchison
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Housing is business. Council has norole in competing with the building industry.
Decision Requested
Christine Hutchison -
Name
Christine Hutchison
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Private enterprise.
Decision Requested
Christine Hutchison -
Name
Christine Hutchison
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
COVID is not a council problem.
Decision Requested
Christine Hutchison -
Name
Christine Hutchison
Category
Regional Development NA
Submission
I feel council needs to free up red tape and let business be independent and facilitate this.Council should stick to utilities.
Decision Requested
Leave out of business and private enterprise. Enable this to occur.
Christine Hutchison -
Name
mark Davis
Category
Emergency Management NA
Submission
Assist with St John Ambulance funding
Decision Requested
mark Davis -
Name
mark Davis
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
These are all positive initiatives
Decision Requested
mark Davis -
Name
mark Davis
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
If they are obligations then no choice
Decision Requested
mark Davis -
Name
mark Davis
Category
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Positive growth and support
Decision Requested
mark Davis -
Name
mark Davis
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Question he councils role - health/govt response double up
Decision Requested
mark Davis -
Name
mark Davis
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Not it is not the Councils role to buy and develop land. The funds would be better spent providing more infrastructure to open up more areas of zoned land. There are a number of developers who would withdraw from the market and Council should work with a group of them to foster growth and provide opportunities.
Decision Requested
mark Davis -
Name
mark Davis
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
fixed costs creates certainty and reduces admin costs
Decision Requested
mark Davis -
Name
mark Davis
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Preference is shortfall from general rates
Decision Requested
mark Davis -
Name
mark Davis
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
must have good infrastructure
Decision Requested
mark Davis -
Name
Tony Hawke Gilbert Haymes and Associates Limited
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
5.1 Schedule of Charges bullet point 3 "In the case of subdivisions where all resulting allotments are over 20 ha, no Reserves levy is required" This is not a fair out come for example if a person happened to subdivide a property into a number of allotments over 20 ha in area and include one allotment under 20 ha them a levy will need to be paid on all the allotments under the above wording. Request that the wording be altered to " In the case of subdivisions where any of the resulting allotment are over 20ha, no Reserves levy will be required on those allotments".
Decision Requested
Tony Hawke - Gilbert Haymes and Associates Limited
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Kaipupu Mainland Island Society is very pleased to see that Marlborough District Council is increasing its investment in protecting our environment and we strongly support this commitment. Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary is an important environmental resource within Marlborough. Restoration and regeneration of the coastal eco-system has been fostered by a group of dedicated volunteers working with the community since 2006. The work of the Sanctuary continues with a commitment in our current Strategic Plan to develop a Native Plant Nursery, a facility possibly adjacent to a garden developed by the local community, and on land separate from the Sanctuary in a location which is easily accessible by the local schools, the community and those keen to volunteer but who can’t easily access the sanctuary. This goal comes from our determination to Inspire – Whakahihikotanga - visitors of all ages to take action for the environment. We have started seeking out funding for this future project. Kaipupu Point would be used as a seed source with appropriate varieties being collected on the Sanctuary for propagation in the nursery and later distribution on the Sanctuary or sale to the community. Environmental education is a key focus for the local schools and approaches to include local children in such a project have already been explored with the schools with a positive response to the benefits for their education. Finding suitable land is now a major focus for us and anything Marlborough District Council can do to assist us with this would be greatly appreciated. There is high demand for native plants throughout the area and it has become more difficult to obtain appropriate supplies from commercial sources. Information on the work of Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary including the on-going plant and animal pest control programmes, community involvement, contribution to Marlborough’s economy and education activities are attached to this submission as a separate document.
Decision Requested
Anna Polson - Kaipupu Point Mainland Island Society
Name
Leeson Baldey Warmer Healthier Homes Te Tau Ihu Charitable Trust
Seeking approval for the continuation of our programmes funding for the next three years at a a reduced amount of $30,000 per annum
Leeson Baldey - Warmer Healthier Homes Te Tau Ihu Charitable Trust
Name
Leeson Baldey Warmer Healthier Homes Te Tau Ihu Charitable Trust
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
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Decision Requested
Leeson Baldey - Warmer Healthier Homes Te Tau Ihu Charitable Trust
Name
Leeson Baldey Warmer Healthier Homes Te Tau Ihu Charitable Trust
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
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Decision Requested
Leeson Baldey - Warmer Healthier Homes Te Tau Ihu Charitable Trust
Havelock Community Association maintains Havelock Town Hall and Pavilion with the help of an annual Repair & Maintenance Grant from Marlborough District Council. There are a number of upgrades required at the venues but unfortunately our R&M funding does not cover the full cost of all of these. Havelock Pavilion - Grant-funded work Heat Pump: This is to replace the two obsolete units affixed to the back wall. Active Refrigeration - Travel to site, sign in and complete necessary site compliance (RA/JSA/PTW). Establish work area. Measure, mark out and cut penetration in ceiling to mount cassette unit. Fit mounts to framing. Hang and level cassette unit. Position outdoor unit on roof brackets on east side veranda roof. Run interconnecting pipe work, control cable and condensate drain. Connect pipe work, leak test and evacuate. Upon completion of wiring, commission and test system. Pack up gear, tidy site, sign out and return travel. Design data and specification: Heat load = approximately 13kW. Unit selected = Daikin FCQ140 inverter ceiling mounted cassette. Rated capacity = cooling 14.0kW (variable 6.2 to 15.5) heating 16.0kW (variable 6.2 to 18.0)Indoor unit position = in centre of main hall area Outdoor unit position = on veranda roof on east (marina) side of building. Cost is $8,941.00 (excl gst) The HCA proposes using our remaining 2020-21 R&M Pavilion grant to pay for this work as soon as possible. As the winter months approach and use of the Pavilion continues to grow, we feel this is a health and safety issue which needs to be addressed promptly, also the usage of the Pavilion will increase as we have been told by users that it is too cold for them there in the autumn/winter. Carpet: Replace carpet with carpet squares so that any stained ones can be replaced. 'Inzide' range. Cost is $5,785 (excl gst) We propose using next year's 2021-22 R&M Pavilion grant to pay for this work in the new financial year. Havelock Pavilion - LTP Submission Painting interior: Gibstopping, painting of interior of Pavilion - includes walls, ceiling (stopping earthquake cracks) and window sills. Cost is $6,390 (excl gst) The HCA would like to apply for funding through the Long Term Plan to pay for this work. Town Hall Vinyl: Replacing vinyl in the Supper Room and women's toilet with Lino from 'Classic Mystique' range. Cost is $13,750 (excl gst). The HCA proposes allocating most of our remaining 2020-21 R&M Town Hall grant to this work = $4,500 We are wary of committing our 2021-22 grant to this as we are aware of other issues at the Hall which may create substantial expenditure next year. We would therefore like to apply for $9,250 of funding from the Long Term Plan to cover the balance of the cost.
Decision Requested
Additional funding from MDC to cover the cost of interior painting at the Pavilion $6,390 (excl gst). Additional funding to cover the balance of the cost of vinyl floor coverings at Havelock Town Hall $9,250 (excl gst) Total funding requested = $15,640.00.
Valerie Seatter - Havelock Community Association
Name
Cliff Smith
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
I note the comment at the bottom of page 6 that " it is not intended to formally consult..........." etc. However, I feel that one major infrastructure project, already "in the pipeline" according to previous shorter term plans, that is The Boyce Street /Taylor River over-bridge replacement, needs some long term consideration. I consider that the replacement of this existing bridge, as per previous notices from MDC, could have major impacts on the Blenheim area, above and beyond the immediate structural work inconvenience imposed on residents and road traffic in the general area. The bridge diverts traffic from Nelson Street / SH6 , away from SH1 roundabout at Grove road to central Blenheim. With major future construction traffic ( Boys Grammar School relocation, new Library eg), along with additional SH1 traffic, already commented on by various parties in local newspapers, causing significant delays and the impact of future larger ferries, the bigger picture of future traffic flows in this general Blenheim area needs looking at in some detail by MDC. MDC needs to give thought to the impact of this "major" construction undertaking and should comment as appropriate for public information and feedback. My comments follow on from previous correspondence to you regarding potential / predictable traffic "queueing" problems along Grove road / SH1 with the new Opawa Bridge.
Decision Requested
Cliff Smith -
Name
Kim Odendaal Hospitality New Zealand
Category
Other NA
Submission
Local Alcohol Policies (LAPs) 30. Hospitality NZ has and continues to be actively involved in developing LAPs, ensuring the sector, local communities and the viability of our members have the best fit settings and rules governing the sale and consumption of alcohol. 31. Hospitality NZ has actively contributed by submitting on all draft LAPs throughout the country. Some Councils have opted not to introduce a LAP and instead used the national default rules set out in the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 (SSAA). 32. Since the implementation of SSAA 2012 Act it has become apparent that some Councils often attempt to include rules within an LAP that are beyond their authority. This is a timely and expensive process. 33. The wider hospitality industry would like the process of LAPs to be either repealed or significantly amended. 34. Within the current District Licencing Committees system, there is the ability for each licence to have appropriate restrictions placed on it if deemed necessary by the committee. A shift in the system whereby DLCs administer appropriate restrictions would render the LAP process unnecessary.
Decision Requested
Kim Odendaal - Hospitality New Zealand
Name
Kim Odendaal Hospitality New Zealand
Category
Other NA
Submission
Short-term Rental Accommodation (STRA) 35. Traditional accommodation operators are seeking a fairer playing field with regard to commercial vs non-commercial rates and regulation. STRA operators do not require the same building and operational compliance and therefore do not attract the associated costs that commercial accommodation providers do. However, they do benefit from things like tourism promotion which is often funded from the tourism and accommodation sector. STRA operators also have an impact on the communities they operate in, contributing to housing shortages, noise impacts and loss of community. 36. There is a growing inequity in the regulation of short-term and long-term accommodation. Stats NZ estimated that for 2018, STRA gross revenue was between $550-$700 million, with guest nights between 6-10 million. 37. The STRA sector operates mainly in residential areas, only pays residential rates, operates with less regulation, and often escapes appropriate taxation. Where councils have tried to regulate STRA operators, barriers for regulation include identification of STRA properties, lack of cooperation in data capture from operators and booking platform providers, and consistent regulation between local councils. 38. As more people look to non-traditional STRA, safety standards, hygiene standards, and contact tracing becomes significant guest care factors and priorities post-COVID-19. We face negative impacts of an unregulated and substandard product offered to both local and international visitors. 39. Hospitality NZ alongside other sector associations submitted a letter to MBIE in July 2020 recommending a compulsory registration/data sharing system that allows for information collection from all operators of STRA and a consistent national regulatory framework. 40. Hospitality NZ would welcome the opportunity to work with you and related parties to: • Define commercial accommodation in your area in a way that captures people who are benefiting from STRA house letting on a commercial level; • Ensure rates are appropriately collected from these businesses; • Ensure appropriate health and safety and compliance requirements on peer-to-peer house letting is set at a national level, removing the need for local councils to come up with the rules; and • Advocate to Central Government to create a national register of short-term rental accommodation properties, moving towards fair regulation of STRA operators.
Responsible Camping 41. Freedom camping has been a part of New Zealand culture for many years. However, in recent years, freedom camping has attracted more attention as international tourism numbers have grown, and communities have expected higher standards from both domestic and international tourists. The proliferation of non-self-contained freedom campers parking up in non-compliant spots around the country has increased to the detriment of local’s perception of visitors, the environment and to other visitors using these facilities. 42. The number of international visitors who did some freedom camping in New Zealand has been rising recently, from 54,000 in the year ended 2013 to around 123,000 in the year ended 2018. This followed a period of moderate growth from around 10,000 visitors at the beginning of the 2000’s. Total estimated spending by visitors who did some freedom camping has also increased significantly in this period, from $210 million in 2013 to $540 million in 2018. The growth in numbers and spending from this group of visitors followed a similar pattern to that seen for total international visitors. However, even with this increase, only 3.4 per cent of visitors to New Zealand did some freedom camping in 2017 and 2018. 43. The definition of "self-contained" now means freedom campers wanting to stay in restricted areas will need a toilet that can be used inside the vehicle even when the bed is made up. 44. The wider industry feels their local councils need to do more to control this issue and are also concerned about the damage being done to scenic spots due to lack of appropriate facilities. When left unmanaged it effects the amenity of an area negatively through rubbish, waste and congestion in public areas. 45. Direct effects can be seen on smaller accommodation providers where freedom campers have the ability to stay in areas where no clear local rules have been established. Therefore, having the ability to stay centrally in their vehicles as opposed to staying at small to medium sized accommodation. 46. The Tourism Infrastructure Fund put public bathrooms in many popular tourism spots, and unintentionally created places where people could freedom camp – some of which were only a few kilometres from a holiday park. We do not believe this contributes to the type of high value visitor we want. 47. Businesses primarily impacted are holiday parks as these freedom campers would traditionally have stayed in these facilities. Currently issues for holiday parks include freedom campers using facilities without paying. 48. Hospitality New Zealand wants local government to develop and strengthen appropriate regulations for responsible camping, and create infrastructure cost support for the future. 49. Hospitality NZ would welcome the opportunity to work with you and related parties to: • Take greater leadership in managing the locations where freedom campers can operate; • Implement freedom camping bylaws through clear, honest, pragmatic consultation and feedback during its development; and • Lobby to ensure Central Government has a strategy to acknowledge the growth in freedom camping – accommodating responsible camping but not to the detriment of other visitor experiences and other accommodation providers (i.e., Motels and Holiday parks).
Decision Requested
Kim Odendaal - Hospitality New Zealand
Name
Kim Odendaal Hospitality New Zealand
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
21. Local Councils in some parts of the country have recognised infrastructure funding is a significant issue and are working towards change, some Councils are looking at targeted rates while others have openly criticised the funding investment options put forward by the Government. 22. In 2019, Productivity Commission undertook its report into Local Government Funding and Finance. The report recommended that “Better use of existing tools and central government funds should be enough to close the tourism funding shortfall. Given the small scale of the funding gap, introducing new funding tools would incur significant implementation, administration and enforcement costs and is unlikely to result in a net benefit to councils.” 23. We endorse those sentiments – rather than introducing new tools that target specific sectors, councils should make better use of existing tools to achieve their goals. 24. Hospitality NZ believes a consistent and fair nationwide approach to the funding of core infrastructure needs to be introduced. 25. Hospitality and accommodation sectors are viewed by local councils as an easy source of funds, via targeted rates on commercial businesses, or implementing bed taxes. Hospitality NZ opposes the introduction of bed tax as it targets only those people staying in commercial accommodation. 26. If a targeted rate or visitor levy is deemed necessary, Hospitality NZ believes these must be broad based taxes, and ensure that they are appropriately designed, are fair and equitable to those contributing, have community support, and are used solely for initiatives that benefit the visitor economy. Alternatively, those funds raised must be ring-fenced and used for the benefit of those contributing to the fund. However, Hospitality NZ’s preference would be for any funding of tourism infrastructure to come from a centralised pool. 27. Hospitality NZ recommends further consideration is given to implement the Productivity Commission’s report findings. 28. Prior to COVID, tourism was struggling to maintain social license in communities – in part given the infrastructure pressure tourism growth was placing on some regions. We recognise that tourism and hospitality use and benefit from a wide variety of mixed-use infrastructure. We now have a real opportunity to resolve some of these infrastructure issues and prepare for the rebuild of the sector. 29. Targeted rates and ‘tourism’ or ‘bed taxes’ concern our members, who assert: • These unfairly place the burden of funding infrastructure or promotion on just one part of the tourism/hospitality industry; As ratepayers, businesses oppose increased rates to fund basic infrastructure they may not receive a direct benefit from i.e., infrastructure for freedom campers; • We would prefer to see Central Government funding of infrastructure, where local councils are unable to fund it themselves; and • If new funding schemes are required, there needs to be an emphasis on broad-based levying. They need to be fair and equitable and all businesses who will benefit from further infrastructure development should contribute.
Decision Requested
Kim Odendaal - Hospitality New Zealand
Name
Kim Odendaal Hospitality New Zealand
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
7. Hospitality NZ supports the Councils proposal on investing in the economy and regional events.
Decision Requested
Kim Odendaal - Hospitality New Zealand
Name
Kim Odendaal Hospitality New Zealand
Category
Rates The Council proposes to create a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve:
To continue our Covid-19 response
To smooth rates increases over the first three years of this Long Term Plan (LTP)
To use surplus or unallocated funding from the Infrastructure Upgrade Reserve to fund this Reserve
To close this Reserve upon achieving a positive balance
Do you support the Council’s plan to create this new Reserve and smooth rates increases over the first three years of the 2021-2031 LTP? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
8. We do understand the importance of the revenue that rate generate to Council, which enables service delivery, community projects, planned programmes and daily operations. We recommend that instead of increasing rates by such a large percentage and placing burdens on the already struggling rate payers, why does the council not look at other possible revenue sources? 9. The significant growth in short-term rental accommodation (STRA) through providers such as AirBnB or Bookabach, operate in a highly commercial way, yet these properties pay residential rates. 10. Hospitality NZ contends that in the interests of fairness, equity and user pays, that Airbnb hosts, or similar, who are operating in the District should be rated accordingly, and also be subject to regulatory requirements. 11. STRA operators do not require the same building and operational compliance as commercial accommodation providers do, and therefore do not attract the associated costs that commercial accommodation providers do. By placing the relevant compliance costs and rates upon STRA would generate additional revenue for Marlborough District Council. 12. STRA operators also have an impact on the communities they operate in, contributing to housing shortages, noise impacts and loss of community. 13. We propose that where premises are operating as a business they should be treated as such 14. Many councils around the country have already identified these issues and are imposing appropriate rates on STRA providers, or at the very minimum, inserting an online registration fees on these businesses.
Decision Requested
Kim Odendaal - Hospitality New Zealand
Name
Kim Odendaal Hospitality New Zealand
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) NA
Submission
15. As previously mentioned, the significant growth in short-term rental accommodation (STRA) providers, through platforms such as AirBnB or Bookabach is resulting in a lack of available long-term rental accommodation for workers and families. There are currently 676 active AirBnB listings in the Marlborough District, with 494 of those being entire homes available for STRA. 16. The scenario of a person occasionally sharing a room in their house, has developed into to whole houses and apartments dedicated to the business of STRA. In effect, New Zealanders are locked out of the housing market. 17. Additionally, our members are well aware of the difficulties facing potential and current employees with regard to finding suitable accommodation and many have examples of these challenges. This is particularly prevalent for workers who are pushed out of the long-term rental market by the increasing number of properties being put into the STRA market, because currently they do not have to pay commercial rates or abide by any regulations. 18. There are further concerns that some STRA providers may not be meeting their health and safety obligations. Under the Health and Safety Act 2015, businesses have obligations to ensure risks to health and safety are managed as far as reasonably practicable. This duty extends to staff, customers, and volunteers. Regulation of the STRA industry is appropriate to ensure that the health and safety of guests, and the wider public, is made a priority and operators are taking appropriate steps to mitigate risk. At present, STRA providers are not obligated to have fire escapes and other fire safety measures that are compulsory for commercial operators or under the Residential Tenancies Act. The 2017 fire incident at a Christchurch Airbnb, which saw 6 of 10 Malaysian tourists hospitalised, is a cautionary tale of an unregulated peer-to-peer accommodation sector. 19. We suggest that any residence that operates STRA should at a minimum requirement, have to apply for and hold a current Resource Consent and Building Warrant of Fitness, to ensure that their property, location, and the activity is fit for purpose and will not disrupt the neighbour, or natural resources. Resource Consent and Building Warrant of Fitness is required by all hospitality providers and traditional commercial accommodation operators, so there should be no reason why this should not apply to online accommodation providers of private rooms, or entire residences. This too would generate additional revenue for the Council.
Decision Requested
Kim Odendaal - Hospitality New Zealand
Name
David Dew Blenheim Club Incorporated
Category
Community Facilities NA
Submission
The purpose of this submission is to request that the Marlborough District Council creates a fund to assist owners of historic buildings as classified under the Marlborough Environment Plan on a similar basis to the one established by Nelson City Council with the same or similar procedures for applying for grants. Councillors are aware that Blenheim Club Incorporated owns one of the few historic buildings of interest within the Blenheim urban area and this building requires ongoing maintenance which is very expensive for a Club of this type to undertake. Although the Club is owned by its members, it has taken a number of steps to boost its financial position by subletting premises and of course has approached Council for a rates remisison policy which is workable for owners of historic buildings.
Decision Requested
The decision the Club seeks is that a fund is established to assist with the maintenance of historic buildings as outlined above and policies put in place for administration of such a fund. The rates issue is under separate consideration but the Club is happy to discuss that at any hearing.
Marlborough Community Potters (MCP) would like to transfer its lease with Marlborough District Council (Council) from the shed it currently occupies on the Bright Reserve at 2 Dillons Point Road to the building owned by Council located at 49 Taylor Pass Road, being Lot 1 DP 329656. Refer Attachment 1 photos of the building. The building is on the site also occupied by Alzheimers Society, it was previously used as the Te Kahurangi Te Kohunga Reo Child care centre. MCP understands the building is now being used under a short term lease for a Little Footsteps Child Care Centre while that organisation constructs its new premises elsewhere. The lease commenced approximately in February and is for a term of six months with a one month roll-over option to be repeated until such time that the new premises can be occupied. MCP is aware of the proposal to further develop the overall site to extend the footprint of the Alzheimer’s Society on it. A diagram of the proposed scheme plan was provided to MCP and shows the area set aside for the Alzheimer’s Society as Area A. Refer Attachment 2. MCP would like to lease the area and building shown as Area B on the scheme plan. The full text of MCP’s submission is attached and includes a description of its current situation and the options it has explored to resolve the accommodation issues that it currently faces. The reasons for the request to relocate to 49 Taylor Pass Road are set out below This option is the most favoured by MCP. MCP proposes to relocate its club to the building on this site which will become available once the lease with Little Footsteps is completed. It seeks the permission of Council to take up a lease on the same or similar terms that it currently enjoys with Council in respect of the premises it occupies on the Bright Reserve. MCP proposes to alter the building to the extent that it will refurbish it internally to meet the operational needs of a pottery and extend it to include a new kitchen and meeting room. The current kitchen will become an enclosed glaze room and the current office will become an enclosed kiln room. MCP has had an architectural design drafted and this is attached for consideration. The project has been costed at $254,430.26. This amount is substantially less than the amount MCP will need to fundraise in order to attract the substantial funding required for the Brayshaw Park Pottery project. The site at 49 Taylor Pass Road has existing infrastructure services. There will be no delay incurred whilst these services are provided. The modified building will meet the current and future needs of the MCP, providing approximately 170 square meters of internal space and 60 square metres of covered veranda space. The external area will provide space to construct the wood fired kiln and relocate the clubs storage sheds from the current site. A copy of the budget report which includes the design drawings is attached. Refer Attachment 3. MCP has raised $80,000 towards this project. MCP would like to participate in a partnership arrangement with Council to develop the building as proposed on a shared cost basis. If Council is not of a mind to enter into a partnership arrangement then MCP would continue to fundraise and meet the cost of the development on its own. In all respects the modification will bring added value to the property, benefiting Council as the owner of the property.
Decision Requested
MCP is requesting the approval of Council for the club to relocate to and take up the lease on the building and area shown as Area B on the attached diagram. With Council’s approval MCP proposes to update and extend the building to meet the needs of a pottery. MCP would like to enter into a partnership arrangement with Council to develop the site as proposed. MCP would undertake the building development at its own cost should a partnership arrangement not be approved by council. MCP considers this proposal to be achievable both in terms of time and cost.
Mary Livingston - Marlborough Community Potters
Name
Sarah Cross
Category
Environmental Policy NA
Submission
In November last year the government made an environmental emergency declaration and is committing to being carbon neutral by 2050. The crisis created by Covid and managing the financial impacts is reflected frequently in the Long Term Plan, but I could not find one reference to how the council plans to support the Carbon Neutral Bill and work towards lower carbon emissions and mitigate the environmental crisis we are now in. The council has a wonderful opportunity to plan ahead now by innovating and encouraging a healthier and more sustainable future in this plan. We have high sunshine hours and regular wind patterns to encourage more renewable sources of energy. Infrastructure can be adapted to lower carbon emissions. What about mandatory cycle paths in new developments? Houses can be built to better carbon ratings. We need to make decisions now that will benefit our environment in the long term to enable a better future.
Decision Requested
What is the council doing to ensure a carbon neutral future in relation to housing, infrastructure and energy supply for households, and both private and public companies?
Sarah Cross -
Name
Sarah Cross
Category
Investing in infrastructure The Council proposes an upgrade to the Redwood Street/Town Branch stormwater system and new weighbridges for waste management. Do you support the Council’s plan to undertake these two investments? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Development is necessary for the expansion of more housing.
Decision Requested
Sarah Cross -
Name
Sarah Cross
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I think the Business Association does a great job and provides fabulous support to attract and enhance business in the region.
Decision Requested
Sarah Cross -
Name
Sarah Cross
Category
Investing in the environment The Council proposes significant investments to enhance and protect our environment over the next 10 years to:
Fulfil obligations under the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020 at a cost of $1.2 million over the next three years, including $197,000 operating expenditure and $95,000 capital expenditure for 2021-2022
Process remaining environmental data to realise the benefits from seabed mapping at an estimated cost of $1.2 million over the next six years
Do you support Council increasing its investments in protecting our environment? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I totally support investing in the environment. However I think the council is putting more into collecting data than making impactful environmental changes. The government has endorsed the Paris agreement and the Zero Carbon Bill to reduce New Zealand's carbon emissions to zero by 2050. To achieve this, substantial steps must be taken in the next 10 years. There is no mention of how the council plans to lead, inspire and incentivize local private companies and public orgnaisations, as well as individual households to meet these emissions. What guidelines or incentives is the council planning in the next 10 years to ensure we reduce our carbon footprint for our future wellbeing?
Decision Requested
Sarah Cross -
Name
Sarah Cross
Category
Housing 1 Do you support Council expanding its core role in housing matters? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
By leaving housing purely to private developers. Priorities will always be profit and market (ie those with sufficient income to buy houses) led. There is a dominance of 3 bedroom large houses because the families who fund new builds have a different set of requirements than younger couples who cannot afford new builds and older people who do not want to engage in the lengthy building process. Council can provide incentives or inclusion criteria for new developments, remove covenants, reduce contributions or levies for smaller houses, have a fast track process for smaller houses, reduces land sizes for construction as well as working with developers to ease the build of more affordable housing. I believe the council has a role to speak for and represent those who cannot afford to influence the housing market and ensure there is a variety of housing to suit different needs. The housing policy does not mention how the council is leading in directing housing to meet the carbon emissions scheme and Zero Carbon Bill that the government has endorsed. The build environment is responsible for 20% of the NZ carbon footprint and guidance is needed now to ensure the we can create a sustainable future. What role is council taking in leading the development in creating a sustainable and zero carbon housing future?
Decision Requested
Sarah Cross -
Name
Sarah Cross
Category
Housing 2 Do you recommend any other Council-funded work on the housing issue? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I recommend the endorsement of the Zero Carbon Road Map for Aotearoa's Buildings by New Zealand Green Building Council. This report proposes the encouragement of a certification system where all new homes must have a carbon rating, this encourages market forces to ask for improved ratings. It also states the benefit of an improved building code and better insulation to improve the energy efficiency of buildings. (New houses in the UK are currently between 2 and 5 times more energy efficient compared to NZ). Encouraging or subsidizing the use of solar panels for hot water on new builds could be another possibility. How is the council planning to meet the government's requirements to be carbon neutral by 2050 in relation to housing?
Decision Requested
Sarah Cross -
Name
Sarah Cross
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I love the idea of a small home apportionment and reducing their contributions. A large 250m squared house surrounded with lots of concrete will definitely have a much larger storm water footprint, and have a greater demand on services across the board, than for smaller houses. Is there also a space for houses under 150m squared to have a reduction in levies? I do not believe it fair to charge fixed amounts per household for water. An older person living alone will not use the same amount of water as a family of 5. It does not reward those who consciously use less water to help our environment and those who use water recklessly. How does the council intend on encouraging the fair and the sensible use of resources in individual households?
Decision Requested
Sarah Cross -
Name
Sarah Cross
Category
Draft Infrastructure Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2051. Do you support the proposed Strategy? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
I support the analysis and planning for future growth, but it is very vague. There is no mention how this growth takes into consideration adapting for a more SUSTAINABLE future.
Decision Requested
Sarah Cross -
Name
Allan Udy
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
> Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 > per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors I whole-heartedly support this. We run our own software development company, and our business has been based here in Blenheim since 1993. Over the past 28 years over 90% of the business income has been generated from outside the Marlborough region, and that revenue has been added directly to the Marlborough economy. There are many IT/Tech related businesses that could also relocate to (or be founded in) Marlborough and provide the same sort of significant net benefit to the local economy. If Marlborough wants to avoid becoming just a wine producing province then we absolutely must do more, and do better at growing the tech sector locally. > Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally > at a cost of $30,000 per annum I don't support this unless there is strong evidence that the money spent on printing hard copy guides (particularly for the shoulder seasons) is actually cost effective. Digital marketing during these seasons is likely to be much more cost effective. For example, as (50+) someone with disposable income, who enjoys traveling around New Zealand, I would never bother trying to find (or look at a printed event guide) -- would always use the internet to search for interesting events to attend. When did anyone at council use the Yellow Pages, which has just been popped into our letterbox, and is likely to be used as a fire starter this winter -- a complete an utter waste of marketing spend by all companies list in the books, and a complete and utter waste of resources in printing it (the Yellow Pages). I expect should season event guides are likely to be in the same category. Council needs to get smarter with it's marketing spend, not just bigger.
This submission specifically relates to the "General - Type Uniform Annual Charges and Targeted Charges on Commercial SUIPS less than 20sqm" - being the last item of pages 6 & 7 of the "Rates Remission and Postponement Policies", included as part of the Supporting Information to the 2021-2031 Long Term Plan.
Decision Requested
That a single "office" .... defined by the fact that there is but one entrance from a "public space" (in this case the road, but it might well be a public lobby of a larger building) ... should reasonably be charged for singular SUIP whether it is occupied by a single tenant (as in mudhouse) or by a number of individuals in an incubator/shared office arrangement. Shared offices/incubators should be encouraged, not penalised. They provide one of the best ways of encouraging new businesses to start up. There is a clear distinction between this sort of shared-office concept, and multiple tenancies within a single building (where separate SUIPS are entirely appropriate). And I maintain that this distinction is most clearly made ... not by some form of arbitrary room size ... but by the fact of the premises BEING shared, with a SINGLE point of public access. Separate SUIPS should not be charged at all unless the offices/premises are distinctly separate, not simply because more than one 'sign' exists at said single entrance. The "financial hardship" threshold will always be arbitrary and subjective, and is unhelpful.
Neil Charles-Jones -
Name
Talia Burton-Walker Pine Valley Outdoor Centre
Category
Roads and Footpaths NA
Submission
I am submitting on behalf of the Pine Valley Outdoor Centre (PVOC) situated at 45 Pine Valley Road, North Bank, Marlborough. The PVOC is a low-cost, not-for-profit outdoor centre that sees more than 2500 visitors from Marlborough and surrounding areas each year. The PVOC is a registered charity. In recent years, there have been significant developments within the valley with a vineyard being put in and community conservation efforts ramping up in the Mill Flat DOC area at the road end. The PVOC is, very shortly, also going to have permanent residents living on site as caretakers and administrators of the centre. We expect the usage of the centre and visitation to the surrounding areas to continue to increase. The traffic volume on Pine Valley Rd has increased along with all this activity in the valley and the dust that is being sent up by vehicles passing the centre is becoming problematic and unpleasant. We have had reports from centre users about the dust causing respiratory / hay fever type symptoms. Often speed is a problem here too given the fact that the centre is most often utilised by groups with young children. We would like to enhance the 'Pine Valley' experience and improve safety outcomes for all by having the road sealed, having some speed restrictions, and / or speed humps. We have measured and the length of road that would need to be sealed is between 450 - 500m from the intersection of North Bank Rd and Pine Valley Rd to 50m beyond the PVOC. We have spoken with Marlborough Roads and they estimate the cost of sealing this area to be approximately $75,000 with ongoing maintenance costs being approximately $11,000 per annum. We have been advised that there is a fund reserved for one-off seal extensions and that this project might be considered a worthy investment given the nature of the centre and it's usage level.
Decision Requested
Is the Council able to fund the sealing of Pine Valley Road from the intersection of North Bank Rd and Pine Valley Rd to 50m beyond the Pine Valley Outdoor Centre to improve health and safety outcomes for centre users?
The building on the reserve Churchward Park formally used by the Girl Guides is vacant. We would like to propose that the Churchward Park Scout Group take over the use and care of this building. In doing so, the Churchward Park Group will be able to start work towards doubling our youth sections, and therefore doubling the potential number of Youth that we can serve. We can then have the ability to run two sections per night. The Group, and wider Marlborough Scout Zone also has problems with housing the outdoor equipment that they currently have, and anticipate acquiring in the near future. For example, a set of Kayaks are currently sitting in the weather. The use of the garage attached to this building will enable us to house not only these Kayaks, but additional equipment that is planned for the future – an additional gear trailer and associated tents, climbing and caving gear.
Decision Requested
Permission given to the Churchward Park Scout Group to use the building formally used by the Girl Guides on the Churchward Park reserve to run its Scouting program from.
As a resident of Dillons Point Road I have observed a high number of vehicles travelling at excessive speeds along Dillons Point Road, in particular the straight section of the road between Lane Street and Snowden Crescent. I am proposing that traffic calming measures are put into effect immediately along Dillons Point Road to prevent injury or death caused by vehicles travelling at dangerous speeds. Traffic calming describes a range of techniques used to manage road users and the road environment to ensure speeds are appropriate to the local environment and the safety of other road users. When implemented correctly, traffic calming offers advantages to active road users, promotes modal choice and helps manage travel demand. The number of pedestrians and cyclists killed when hit by a car reduces as vehicle speed is reduced. A study in Sweden concluded that the risk of fatal injury at 50kph is twice as high as at 40kph and five times as high as 30kph (Rosén and Sander, 2009). There are several strategic interventions for traffic calming which include road humps, road narrowing, traffic islands, pinch points, chicanes, mini roundabouts, rumble strips, signage and one way systems. Given the great width and the low demand for on street parking I feel chicanes would provide effective traffic calming. I feel there is an urgent need for traffic calming on Dillons Point Road for 3 reasons. 1. Traffic travels at an immense speed along Dillons Point Road, sometimes in excess of 70-80km/h. 2. There is heavy traffic (trucks, tractors) also travelling in excess of the speed limit 3. There is a high volume of pedestrians, often elderly or young children crossing in front of 22 Dillons Point Road to assess the Elizabeth Street Bridge.
Investing in our community The Council proposes significant community spending over the next 10 years to:
Support safety in the community
Continue our Covid-19 response and enhance community outcomes for our economy
Renew community facilities on a timely basis
Enhance community outcomes for connectivity and our standard of living
Enhance the region as a desirable destination for visitors
Do you support Council’s plan to increase investment in our community? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
Hi, I am a resident of Dillons Point Road and a daily user of the Taylor River Reserve. To access this reserve from our home you walk through a small grassy area off Snowden Crescent ( Please see on map 1). This is a fantastic area that has a large flat area with mature trees which is largely underutilized but would be an excellent place for multiuse urban green space- including an accessible playground for children and outdoor exercise area for seniors. According to Lee, Jordan & Horsley (2015) urban green spaces allow for health-promoting activities, such as physical activity or rest and relaxation, to take place. In this way, they have a direct relationship with the quality of life of urban dwellers. Conversely, neighborhood environmental decay in rundown areas, such as Dillons Point Road, negatively affects residents’ sense of security and heightens perceptions (and possibly the incidence) of crime. One US study suggests that urban greening may counteract this as there were observed reductions in vandalism following the greening of vacant urban land. There was also an increase in physical activity, which may have been due to residents being more inclined to exercise in a cleaner, greener, and “safer” environment. There are no children's play areas in the Dillons Point area, the closest being Bollinger Park or Pollard Park and I feel this is not only needed my local Dillons Point Road neighborhood but would also serve the large amount of foot traffic that comes through our area from Elizabeth Street etc. As you may be aware, there is an access route to town from the Elizabeth/ Lucas/ Budge Street area over the Elizabeth Street Bridge, past our house at 24 Dillons Point Road, down Snowden Crescent and then onto the Taylor River Reserve track (past the Boathouse Theatre). Children from these areas would also get great use from a playground in this area and would benefit from a safe place to play. There is also a large amount of elderly living on Snowden Crescent and in the Retirement Village on Dawkins Place who would also benefit from a safe area to exercise and socialise. Map 1: Small reserve off Snowden Crescent Error! Filename not specified. Many thanks, Chloe Dixon
Decision Requested
Chloe Dixon -
Name
Rt Hon Sir Don McKinnon ONZ GCVO New Zealand Memorial Museum Trust - Le Quesnoy, France
I am writing to bid for $5,000 to assist with delivery of the New Zealand Chinese Language Week (NZCLW) being held across New Zealand 26th of September to the 2nd of October 2021. Also refer to attachments.
Decision Requested
Funding of $5000 to assist with delivery of the New Zealand Chinese Language Week (NZCLW) being held across New Zealand 26th of September to the 2nd of October 2021.
Jo Coughlan - New Zealand Chinese Language Week Charitable Trust
Name
Brett Allan
Category
Library Services NA
Submission
The water metres in Renwick are excellent, love user pays systems. Looking forward to the new library, very exciting.
Decision Requested
Great work, thanks! Keep it up team!
Brett Allan -
Name
Brett Allan
Category
Investing in the economy The Council proposes the following additional investments in our economy and regional events:
Continue current economic development activities and increase spending by $100,000 per annum to foster growth in the technology, food and screen sectors
Increase the printing of the Spring and Autumn events guides and distribute nationally at a cost of $30,000 per annum
Commission, at a cost of $20,000, an economic evaluation of Garden Marlborough to better understand its benefits
Allocate $1.05 million over three years from Reserves to the Marlborough Events Centre for deferred maintenance and fixed operating costs
Allocate $30,000 per annum to assist the operation of the Blenheim Business Association
Do you support Council increasing its investments in our economy and regional events? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Support all, HOWEVER would like the events guides to be more active in gathering event information, perhaps additional funds should be allocated here to have additional staff that actively contact and gather information from all events being held in the region, currently advertised separately through social media or independent websites. There are many great events the region hosts that are excluded, either by incomitance or ignorance on the side of wither the event organizer themselves not utilizing this advertising branch or the events guides publisher in not actively seeking information.
Decision Requested
Brett Allan -
Name
Brett Allan
Category
Housing 3 Senior Housing Development on George StreetDo you support Council investment of this nature in Senior Housing? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) N
Submission
Site is too small for car parking. The units should have a MINIMUM of 2 car parks per unit, one for the owner/occupier and one available per unit for guests.
Decision Requested
Brett Allan -
Name
Brett Allan
Category
Paying for growth - Development Contributions Policy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Development Contributions Policy, which includes a number of changes to the current approach.Do you support Option 1? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
The Burleigh Battys Road roundabout is a benefit to all road users, especially those who live out past the new subdivision such as myself in Renwick. This should be levied on all rate payers equally.
Decision Requested
Brett Allan -
Name
Brett Allan
Category
Parking Option 1 The Council proposes changes to parking in Blenheim and Picton town centres to:
Continue one-hour free parking in Picton and Blenheim town centres for on-street and off-street car parks for the foreseeable future
Fund the forecasted shortfall from free parking with an indicative increase of 50% in parking fees within the Picton and Blenheim CBD areas, with the balance funded by an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022
Option 2 The alternative option would return town centre parking to the pre-Covid state, removing one-hour free parking. This would result in no increase in parking fees or rates. This option is not supported by Council as the uncertainty of Covid-19 continues. Council encourages activity in the CBD and supports removing barriers for the community to visit own centres. Do you support Option 1, for the Council to continue one-hour free parking, with the shortfall funded by an indicative 50% increase in parking fees and an average rating impact of $9.33 per rateable property for 2021-2022? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) P
Submission
Parking of one hour is too long, this could be easily reduced to half an hour, giving plenty of time for any shopping needs in town and turning over town parks and visitors resulting in additional higher value business.
Decision Requested
Brett Allan -
Name
Brett Allan
Category
Draft Financial Strategy The Council proposes to adopt the draft Financial Infrastructure Strategy 2021-2031 including:
Setting a rates cap at the movement of the Local Government Cost Index plus 3%
Increasing the debt cap from $140 million to $230 million of net debt to take account of inflation
Establishing a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve and using funding from that Reserve to reduce general rates; and charges for a period of three years as discussed in the “Rates” section of the document
Implementing the funding hierarchy outlined in the draft Financial Strategy
Do you support adoption of the draft Financial Strategy 2021-2031? (Yes,No, Support in part/Oppose in part) Y
Submission
I believe (looking in my crystal ball) that inflation will be higher than expected, if so the new debt cap may be too low and need moving higher again.