Notice of Meeting:
I hereby give notice that an ordinary meeting of the Dunedin City Council will be held on:
Date: Tuesday 30 June 2020
Time: 10.00 am
Venue: Council Chamber, Municipal Chambers, The Octagon, Dunedin
Sue Bidrose
Chief Executive Officer
Council
PUBLIC AGENDA
MEMBERSHIP
Mayor |
Mayor Aaron Hawkins |
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Deputy Mayor |
Cr Christine Garey
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Members |
Cr Sophie Barker |
Cr David Benson-Pope |
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Cr Rachel Elder |
Cr Doug Hall |
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Cr Carmen Houlahan |
Cr Marie Laufiso |
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Cr Mike Lord |
Cr Jim O'Malley |
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Cr Jules Radich |
Cr Chris Staynes |
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Cr Lee Vandervis |
Cr Steve Walker |
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Cr Andrew Whiley |
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Senior Officer Sue Bidrose, Chief Executive Officer
Governance Support Officer Lynne Adamson
Lynne Adamson
Governance Support Officer
Telephone: 03 477 4000
Lynne.Adamson@dcc.govt.nz
Note: Reports and recommendations contained in this agenda are not to be considered as Council policy until adopted.
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ITEM TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
1 Opening 5
2 Public Forum 5
3 Apologies 5
4 Confirmation of Agenda 5
5 Declaration of Interest 6
6 Confirmation of Minutes 21
6.1 Extraordinary Council meeting - 6 April 2020 21
6.2 Ordinary Council meeting - 4 May 2020 22
6.3 Ordinary Council meeting - 25 May 2020 23
6.4 Ordinary Council meeting - 8 June 2020 24
6.5 Ordinary Council Annual Plan Deliberations meeting - 27 May 2020 25
Minutes of Committees
7 Planning and Environment Committee - 11 February 2020 26
8 Planning and Environment Committee - 14 May 2020 27
9 Economic Development Committee - 9 March 2020 28
10 Finance and Council Controlled Organisations Committee - 9 March 2020 29
11 Finance and Council Controlled Organisations Committee - 15 June 2020 30
12 Infrastructure Services Committee - 12 May 2020 31
13 Grants Subcommittee - 18 March 2020 32
14 Audit and Risk Subcommittee - 19 December 2019 33
15 Audit and Risk Subcommittee - 13 February 2020 34
Minutes of Community Boards
16 Mosgiel-Taieri Community Board - 5 February 2020 35
17 Otago Peninsula Community Board - 23 January 2020 36
18 Otago Peninsula Community Board - 12 March 2020 37
19 Saddle Hill Community Board - 23 January 2020 38
20 Saddle Hill Community Board - 12 March 2020 39
21 Strath Taieri Community Board - 12 March 2020 40
22 Strath Taieri Community Board - 23 January 2020 41
23 Waikouaiti Coast Community Board - 22 January 2020 42
Reports
24 Adoption of 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment 43
25 Adoption of the Annual Plan 2020/21 51
26 Setting of Rates for the 2020/21 Financial Year 57
27 COVID-19 Support Fund to follow
28 Octagon Experience Evaluation Report to follow
29 2020 New Zealand Masters Games Final Report to follow
30 Central City Advisory Group membership 86
31 Proposed Amendments to the Camping Control Bylaw 2015 92
32 Proposed traffic and parking restriction changes - March 2020 129
33 Regulatory Subcommittee Appointments 137
34 Constitution of District Licensing Committee Membership Selection Subcommittee 139
35 Submission to ORC - proposed interim $2 flat fares in Dunedin 143
36 DCC Submission on the Inquiry Into Student Accommodation to follow
Resolution to Exclude the Public 154
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The Very Revd Dr Tony Curtis SCP, Dean of Dunedin, St Pauls Cathedral will open the meeting with a prayer.
At the close of the agenda no requests for public forum had been received.
At the close of the agenda no apologies had been received.
Note: Any additions must be approved by resolution with an explanation as to why they cannot be delayed until a future meeting.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. Members are reminded of the need to stand aside from decision-making when a conflict arises between their role as an elected representative and any private or other external interest they might have.
2. Elected members are reminded to update their register of interests as soon as practicable, including amending the register at this meeting if necessary.
3. Staff are reminded to update their register of interests as soon as practicable.
That the Council: a) Notes/Amends if necessary the Elected Members' Interest Register attached as Attachment A; and b) Confirms/Amends the proposed management plan for Elected Members' Interests. c) Notes the proposed management plan for the Executive Leadership Team. |
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Councillor Register of Interest |
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ELT Register of Interest |
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Extraordinary Council meeting - 6 April 2020
That the Council: Confirms the public part of the minutes of the Extraordinary Council meeting held on 06 April 2020 as a correct record.
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Minutes of Extraordinary Council meeting held on 6 April 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Ordinary Council meeting - 4 May 2020
That the Council: Confirms the public part of the minutes of the Ordinary Council meeting held on 04 May 2020 as a correct record.
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Minutes of Ordinary Council meeting held on 4 May 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Ordinary Council meeting - 25 May 2020
That the Council: Confirms the public part of the minutes of the Ordinary Council meeting held on 25 May 2020 as a correct record.
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Minutes of Ordinary Council meeting held on 25 May 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Ordinary Council meeting - 8 June 2020
That the Council: Confirms the public part of the minutes of the Ordinary Council meeting held on 08 June 2020 as a correct record.
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Minutes of Ordinary Council meeting held on 8 June 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Ordinary Council Annual Plan Deliberations meeting - 27 May 2020
That the Council: Confirms the public part of the minutes of the Ordinary Council Annual Plan Deliberations meeting held on 27 May 2020 as a correct record.
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Minutes of Ordinary Council Annual Plan Deliberations meeting held on 27 May 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Planning and Environment Committee - 11 February 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Planning and Environment Committee meeting held on 11 February 2020
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Minutes of Planning and Environment Committee held on 11 February 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Planning and Environment Committee - 14 May 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Planning and Environment Committee meeting held on 14 May 2020. |
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Minutes of Planning and Environment Committee held on 14 May 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Economic Development Committee - 9 March 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Economic Development Committee meeting held on 09 March 2020 |
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Minutes of Economic Development Committee held on 9 March 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Finance and Council Controlled Organisations Committee - 9 March 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Finance and Council Controlled Organisations Committee meeting held on 09 March 2020
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Minutes of Finance and Council Controlled Organisations Committee held on 9 March 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Finance and Council Controlled Organisations Committee - 15 June 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Finance and Council Controlled Organisations Committee meeting held on 15 June 2020 |
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Minutes of Finance and Council Controlled Organisations Committee held on 15 June 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Infrastructure Services Committee - 12 May 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Infrastructure Services Committee meeting held on 12 May 2020. |
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Minutes of Infrastructure Services Committee held on 12 May 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Grants Subcommittee - 18 March 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Grants Subcommittee meeting held on 18 March 2020 b) Approves the following Part B item(s) of the minutes of the Grants Subcommittee meeting held on 18 March 2020: c) Takes Part C items of the minutes of the Grants Subcommittee held on Wednesday, 18 March 2020, in the non-public part of the meeting.
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Minutes of Grants Subcommittee held on 18 March 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Audit and Risk Subcommittee - 19 December 2019
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Audit and Risk Subcommittee meeting held on 19 December 2019 b) Takes Part C items of the minutes of the Audit and Risk Subcommittee held on Thursday, 19 December 2019, in the non-public part of the meeting.
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Minutes of Audit and Risk Subcommittee held on 19 December 2019 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Audit and Risk Subcommittee - 13 February 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Audit and Risk Subcommittee meeting held on 13 February 2020 b) Takes Part C items of the minutes of the Audit and Risk Subcommittee held on Thursday, 13 February 2020, in the non-public part of the meeting.
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Minutes of Audit and Risk Subcommittee held on 13 February 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Mosgiel-Taieri Community Board - 5 February 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Mosgiel-Taieri Community Board meeting held on 05 February 2020
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Minutes of Mosgiel-Taieri Community Board held on 5 February 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Otago Peninsula Community Board - 23 January 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Otago Peninsula Community Board meeting held on 23 January 2020 |
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Minutes of Otago Peninsula Community Board held on 23 January 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Otago Peninsula Community Board - 12 March 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Otago Peninsula Community Board meeting held on 12 March 2020
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Minutes of Otago Peninsula Community Board held on 12 March 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Saddle Hill Community Board - 23 January 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Saddle Hill Community Board meeting held on 23 January 2020
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Minutes of Saddle Hill Community Board held on 23 January 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Saddle Hill Community Board - 12 March 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Saddle Hill Community Board meeting held on 12 March 2020
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Minutes of Saddle Hill Community Board held on 12 March 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Strath Taieri Community Board - 12 March 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes Part A items forum of the minutes of the Strath Taieri Community Board meeting held on 12 March 2020. |
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Minutes of Strath Taieri Community Board held on 12 March 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Strath Taieri Community Board - 23 January 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Strath Taieri Community Board meeting held on 23 January 2020. |
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Minutes of Strath Taieri Community Board held on 23 January 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Waikouaiti Coast Community Board - 22 January 2020
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That the Council: a) Notes the minutes of the Waikouaiti Coast Community Board meeting held on 22 January 2020 |
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Minutes of Waikouaiti Coast Community Board held on 22 January 2020 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Adoption of 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment
Department: Transport and Finance
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 This report recommends the adoption of the 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment.
2 Audit New Zealand is currently auditing the 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment and will provide the Council with an Independent Auditor’s report at the meeting.
That the Council: a) Approves the 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment. b) Receives the ‘Independent auditor’s report on Dunedin City Council’s 2018-28 Long-Term Plan amendment’ from Audit New Zealand. c) Adopts the 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment. d) Authorises the Chief Executive to make any minor editorial changes resulting from quality checks prior to the final printing of the 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment. |
BACKGROUND
3 Council consulted on a proposed amendment to the 10 year plan 2018-28 to change the community services targeted rate (CSTR) from $240.50 to $100.00. The proposed amendment was consulted on concurrently with the draft 2020/21 budgets from 12 March 2020 to 24 April 2020.
4 The Council met in May 2020 to hear submissions, deliberate and make final decisions regarding submissions and community feedback received on the proposed amendment. The Council approved the amendment which sets the CSTR for 2020/21 at $100.00.
5 As specified in the Revenue and Financing Policy, the CSTR funds the Botanic Garden and part of the Parks and Reserves activity.
DISCUSSION
6 The change to the CSTR requires amendments to four pages of the 10 year plan 2018-28. The four pages are summarised in the table below.
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3.5 Reserves and recreational facilities | Taunaha whenua, papa rēhia |
Funding impact statement for the years ending 30 June 2018-2028 for reserves and recreational facilities |
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4.1 Financial statements and disclosures | Pūroko tahua, tūhurataka |
Notes to the financial statements for the years ended 30 June 2019-2028 | Separately disclosed revenue |
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4.4 Rating information| Pūroko rēti |
Rating method changes | Community Services Targeted Rate |
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4.4 Rating information| Pūroko rēti |
Funding income statement for the years ending 30 June 2018-2028 (whole of Council) |
7 The amended pages are attached, and the current 10 year plan 2018-28 document is available online at www.dunedin.govt.nz/10-year-plan.
8 The 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment will include a report from Audit New Zealand confirming or amending the report made when the 10 year plan 2018-28 was adopted. Audit New Zealand will present this report at the meeting and it will be included in the amended 10 year plan 2018-28 document.
OPTIONS
9 This report formalises the Council decision to change the CSTR.
NEXT STEPS
10 Once adopted, the amended 10 year plan 2018-28 will be available on the Council’s website.
11 Information on the 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment and the outcome of Council decision making will be included in FYI and the Star in mid-July 2019.
Signatories
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Tami Sargeant - Team Leader Regulatory Management - Transport Carolyn Allan - Senior Management Accountant |
Authoriser: |
Gavin Logie - Financial Controller Sandy Graham - General Manager City Services |
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10 year plan 2018-28 amendment pages 115, 153, 182 and 183 |
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SUMMARY OF CONSIDERATIONS
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Fit with purpose of Local Government The 10 year plan amendment enables democratic local decision making and action by, and on behalf of communities, and promotes the social, economic, environmental and cultural well-being of communities in the present and for the future. |
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Fit with strategic framework
The 10 year plan contributes to objectives across the strategic framework, as it describes the Council’s activities, which are aligned to community outcomes. |
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Māori Impact Statement The 10 year plan provides a mechanism for Māori to contribute to local decision-making. DCC works with the Māori Participation Working Party, Aukaha and mana whenua to ensure there is process for Māori collaboration across the Annual Plan work programme. |
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Sustainability There are no implications for sustainability. |
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LTP/Annual Plan / Financial Strategy /Infrastructure Strategy This report concludes the 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment process. |
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Financial considerations The decision to be made does not impact on the overall total rates to be collected. The agreed rating method will be used to set rates for the 2020/21 financial year. |
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Significance The 10 year plan amendment was considered significant and was therefore consulted on using the special consultative procedure. |
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Engagement – external The Council consulted using the special consultative procedure on the 10 year plan amendment. |
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Engagement - internal Finance, Corporate Services and Council Communications and Marketing were involved in the preparation of the 10 year plan amendment. |
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Risks: Legal / Health and Safety etc. The 10 year plan amendment has been reviewed for legal compliance and has been audited by Audit New Zealand. |
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Conflict of Interest There are no known conflicts of interest. |
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Community Boards Community Boards may be interested in this report and were involved in the 10 year plan amendment engagement. Boards have submitted as part of the 10 year plan amendment process. |
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Adoption of the Annual Plan 2020/21
Department: Corporate Policy, Finance and Transport
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 This report recommends the adoption of the Annual Plan 2020/21 and approval of matters associated with the Annual Plan 2020/21.
That the Council: a) Notes the matters in section 100(2) of the Local Government Act 2002 being: i) the estimated expenses of maintaining the predicted levels of service, capacity and assets set out in the 10 year plan 2018-28; ii) the projected revenue available to fund the estimated expenses; iii) the equitable allocation of responsibility for funding the provision and maintenance of assets and facilities throughout their useful life; and iv) Council’s Revenue and Financing Policy, Treasury Risk Management Policy, and Development Contributions Policy. b) Agrees that, having had regards to the matters in paragraph (a) above, it is financially prudent for Council to set for the 2020/21 financial year, projected operating revenues at a level that will not meet projected operating expenses. c) Notes in accordance with section 80 of the Local Government Act 2002 that: i) The decision to borrow to fund the anticipated decreases in revenue and mothballing costs for Dunedin Railways Limited is inconsistent with Council’s Revenue and Financing Policy; and ii) The inconsistency arises from the impacts of COVID-19; and iii) The Revenue and Financing Policy will be reviewed as part of the development of the 10 year plan 2021-31. d) Adopts the Annual Plan 2020/21. e) Authorises the Chief Executive to make any minor editorial changes resulting from quality checks prior to the final printing of the Annual Plan 2020/21 document. f) Authorises the Chief Executive to drawdown debt up to total debt of $310 million in the 2020/21 year. |
BACKGROUND
2 The Local Government Act 2002 (LGA) requires local authorities to prepare and adopt an Annual Plan for each financial year. The purpose of an annual plan is to provide the budget and funding impact statement for the year concerned and to identify any variation from the financial statements and funding impact statement included in the 10 year plan 2018-28 for that year.
3 Feedback from the community on the draft 2020/21 budget was sought from 12 March 2020 to 24 April 2020. The Council met in May 2020 to hear submissions, deliberate and make final decisions regarding submissions and community feedback on the draft 2020/21 budget.
DISCUSSION
4 The final Annual Plan 2020/21 document has been prepared based on the supporting documents utilised during the engagement process and the budget updates reported to the Council deliberations meeting.
5 The substantive changes reflect the resolutions made by the Council during deliberations and decision making in May 2020. The financial statements are extrapolated from the 2019/20 Annual Report and a forecast year end position at 30 June 2020.
7 The anticipated shortfall in 2020/21 operating revenue is expected to recover in future years and the Dunedin Railway Limited mothballing costs are a one-off expense. Borrowing for these matters avoids a significant one-off impact on current ratepayers. This provides a pragmatic balance between managing the pressures on current ratepayers and ensuring the Council remains financially sustainable into the future, whereby the actions of today do not impact unfairly on ratepayers in the future.
8 Funding the anticipated decreases in revenue and mothballing costs with debt is inconsistent with the Council’s Revenue and Financing Policy (RFP), which provides that debt can only be used to fund capital expenditure and not operating expenditure. Section 80 of the LGA allows Council to make a decision that is inconsistent with a Council policy if the Council identifies the inconsistency, the reasons for the inconsistency, and any intention to amend the policy. The reason for borrowing to fund the anticipated decreases in revenue and mothballing costs is due to the impacts of COVID-19. The RFP will be reviewed as part of the development of the 10 year plan 2021-31, and Council may consider amending the RFP to provide for such circumstances.
9 This additional borrowing is within the Council’s debt limit of $350 million, and rates income is consistent with the rate limits provided for in the 10 year plan.
10 The adopted Annual Plan 2020/21 will require a full editorial quality check. This check will be completed within the statutory timeframes. Any required editorial changes can be achieved through delegating authority to approve editorial changes to the Chief Executive.
11 Debt is forecast to increase to $308.873 million in the 2020/21 year. Authority is sought to provide the Chief Executive with the appropriate delegation to drawdown debt up to a maximum of $310 million.
OPTIONS
12 The Council is legislatively required to adopt the Annual Plan 2020/21 by 1 July 2020, therefore there are no options applicable to this report.
NEXT STEPS
13 Once adopted the Annual Plan 2020/21 will be subject to final quality checks, graphic designed and printed for public distribution in hard copy and on the Council’s website.
14 Information on the Annual Plan 2020/21 and the outcome of Council decision making will be included in FYI and the Star in mid-July 2020.
Signatories
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Sharon Bodeker - Corporate Planner Carolyn Allan - Senior Management Accountant Tami Sargeant - Team Leader Regulatory Management - Transport |
Authoriser: |
Gavin Logie - Financial Controller Sandy Graham - General Manager City Services |
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Annual Plan 2020/21 (Under Separate Cover 1) |
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Local Government Act 2002 sections 80 and 100 |
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Fit with purpose of Local Government The development of the Annual Plan 2020/21 enables democratic local decision making and action by, and on behalf of communities; and promotes the social, economic, environmental and cultural well-being of communities in the present and for the future. |
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Fit with strategic framework
The Annual Plan contributes to the strategic framework because it provides the necessary funding to implement the services and activities outlined in the Annual Plan 2020/21. |
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Māori Impact Statement The Annual Plan 2020/21 provides a mechanism for Māori to contribute to local decision-making. DCC works with the Māori Participation Working Party, Aukaha and mana whenua to ensure there is process for Māori collaboration across the Annual Plan work programme. |
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Sustainability Sustainability is an underlying principle of the DCC’s strategic framework. Activity in the Annual Plan 2020/21 supports the DCC to embed the principles of sustainability across DCC work outlined in the 10 year plan 2018-28. |
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10 year plan /Annual Plan / Financial Strategy /Infrastructure Strategy This report concludes the development of the Annual Plan 2020/21. |
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Financial considerations The financial considerations are detailed in the report. |
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Significance Issues of significance were covered as part of the 2020/21 Annual Plan engagement process. |
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Engagement – external The Council consulted using the special consultative procedure on the draft 2020/21 budget. |
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Engagement - internal Staff and managers from across the Council have been involved in the development of the Annual Plan 2020/21. |
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Risks: Legal / Health and Safety etc. The Council is legislatively required to adopt the Annual Plan by 1 July 2020, and the recommendations have been legally reviewed for compliance. |
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Conflict of Interest There are no known conflicts of interest. |
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Community Boards Community Boards may be interested in this report and were involved in the Annual Plan engagement. Boards have submitted as part of the Annual Plan process. |
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Setting of Rates for the 2020/21 Financial Year
Department: Finance
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 Following the adoption of the 2020/21 Annual Plan, the Council now needs to set the rates as provided for in the Funding Impact Statement for the 2020/21 year.
That the Council: a) Sets the following rates under the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 on rating units in the district for the financial year commencing 1 July 2020 and ending on 30 June 2021. 1 General Rate A general rate set under section 13 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 made on every rating unit, assessed on a differential basis as described below: · A rate of 0.2859 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on every rating unit in the "residential" category. · A rate of 0.2717 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on every rating unit in the "lifestyle" category. · A rate of 0.7032 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on every rating unit in the "commercial" category. · A rate of 0.5000 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on every rating unit in the "residential heritage bed and breakfasts" category. · A rate of 0.2288 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on every rating unit in the "farmland" category. · A rate of 0.0609 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on the “stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity” category. 2 Community Services Rate A targeted rate for community services, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, assessed on a differential basis as follows: · $100.00 (including GST) per separately used or inhabited part of a rating unit for all rating units in the "residential, residential heritage bed and breakfasts, lifestyle and farmland" categories. · $100.00 (including GST) per rating unit for all rating units in the "commercial and stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity" categories. 3 Kerbside Recycling Rate A targeted rate for kerbside recycling, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, assessed on a differential basis as follows: · $66.30 (including GST) per separately used or inhabited part of a rating unit for rating units in the "residential, residential heritage bed and breakfasts, lifestyle and farmland" categories. · $66.30 (including GST) per rating unit for rating units in the "commercial" category. 4 Drainage Rates A targeted rate for drainage, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, assessed on a differential basis as follows: · $581.00 (including GST) per separately used or inhabited part of a rating unit for all rating units in the "residential, residential heritage bed and breakfasts, lifestyle and farmland" categories and which are "connected" to the public sewerage system. · $290.50 (including GST) per separately used or inhabited part of a rating unit for all rating units in the "residential, residential heritage bed and breakfasts, lifestyle and farmland" categories and which are "serviceable" by the public sewerage system. · $581.00 (including GST) per rating unit for all rating units in the "commercial, residential institutions, schools and stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity" categories and which are "connected" to the public sewerage system. · $290.50 (including GST) per rating unit for all rating units in the "commercial, residential institutions and schools" categories and which are "serviceable" by the public sewerage system. · $102.25 (including GST) per rating unit for all rating units in the "church" category and which are "connected" to the public sewerage system. Rating units which are not "connected" to the scheme and which are not "serviceable" will not be liable for this rate. Drainage is a combined targeted rate for sewage disposal and stormwater. Sewage disposal makes up 83.9% of the drainage rate, and stormwater makes up 16.1%. Non-rateable land will not be liable for the stormwater component of the drainage targeted rate. Rates demands for the drainage targeted rate for non-rateable land will therefore be charged at 83.9%. 5 Commercial Drainage Rates – Capital Value A targeted rate for drainage, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, assessed on a differential basis as follows: · A rate of 0.2644 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on every rating unit in the "commercial and residential institution" category and which are "connected" to the public sewerage system. · A rate of 0.1322 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on every rating unit in the "commercial" category and which are "serviceable" by the public sewerage system. · A rate of 0.1983 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on every rating unit in the "school" category and which are "connected" to the public sewerage system. · A rate of 0.0992 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on every rating unit in the "school" category and which are "serviceable" by the public sewerage system. · A rate of 0.0228 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on the “stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity” category. This rate shall not apply to properties in Karitane, Middlemarch, Seacliff, Waikouaiti and Warrington. This rate shall not apply to churches. Drainage is a combined targeted rate for sewage disposal and stormwater. Sewage disposal makes up 83.9% of the drainage rate, and stormwater makes up 16.1%. Non-rateable land will not be liable for the stormwater component of the drainage targeted rate. Rates demands for the drainage targeted rate for non-rateable land will therefore be charged at 83.9%. 6 Water Rates A targeted rate for water supply, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, assessed on a differential basis as follows: · $419.50 (including GST) per separately used or inhabited part of any "connected" rating unit which receives an ordinary supply of water within the meaning of the Dunedin City Bylaws excepting properties in Karitane, Merton, Rocklands/Pukerangi, Seacliff, Waitati, Warrington, East Taieri, West Taieri and North Taieri. · $209.75 (including GST) per separately used or inhabited part of any "serviceable" rating unit to which connection is available to receive an ordinary supply of water within the meaning of the Dunedin City Bylaws excepting properties in Karitane, Merton, Rocklands/Pukerangi, Seacliff, Waitati, Warrington, East Taieri, West Taieri and North Taieri. · $419.50 (including GST) per unit of water being one cubic metre (viz. 1,000 litres) per day supplied at a constant rate of flow during a full 24 hour period to any "connected" rating unit situated in Karitane, Merton, Seacliff, Waitati, Warrington, West Taieri, East Taieri or North Taieri. · $209.75 (including GST) per separately used or inhabited part of any "serviceable" rating unit situated in Waitati, Warrington, West Taieri, East Taieri or North Taieri. This rate shall not apply to the availability of water in Merton, Karitane or Seacliff. 7 Fire Protection Rates A targeted rate for the provision of a fire protection service, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, assessed on a differential basis as follows: · A rate of 0.0736 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on all rating units in the "commercial" category. This rate shall not apply to churches. · A rate of 0.0552 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on all rating units in the "residential institutions" category. · A rate of 0.0092 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on the “stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity” category. · $125.85 (including GST) for each separately used or inhabited part of a rating unit within the "residential, residential heritage bed and breakfasts, lifestyle and farmland" category that is not receiving an ordinary supply of water within the meaning of the Dunedin City Bylaws. 8 Water Rates – Quantity of Water A targeted rate for the quantity of water provided to any rating unit fitted with a water meter, being an extraordinary supply of water within the meaning of the Dunedin City Bylaws, set under section 19 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, according to the following scale of charges (GST inclusive):
Where the supply of a quantity of water is subject to this Quantity of Water Targeted Rate, the rating unit will not be liable for any other targeted rate for the supply of the same water. 9 Allanton Drainage Rate A targeted rate for the capital contribution towards the Allanton Wastewater Collection System, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, of $411.00 (including GST) per rating unit, to every rating unit paying their contribution towards the scheme as a targeted rate over 20 years. Liability for the rate is on the basis of the provision of the service to each rating unit. The Allanton area is shown in the map below: 10 Blanket Bay Drainage Rate A targeted rate for the capital contribution towards the Blanket Bay Drainage System, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, of $636.00 (including GST) per rating unit, to every rating unit paying their contribution towards the scheme as a targeted rate over 20 years. Liability for the rate is on the basis of the provision of the service to each rating unit. The Blanket Bay area is shown in the map below: 11 Curles Point Drainage Rate A targeted rate for the capital contribution towards the Curles Point Drainage System, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, of $749.00 (including GST) per rating unit, to every rating unit paying their contribution towards the scheme as a targeted rate over 20 years. Liability for the rate is on the basis of the provision of the service to each rating unit. The Curles Point area is shown in the map below:
12 Tourism/Economic Development Rate A targeted rate for Tourism/Economic Development, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, assessed on a differential basis as follows: · 0.0117 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on every rating unit in the "commercial" category. · 0.0013 cents in the dollar (including GST) of capital value on the “stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity” category. 13 Warm Dunedin Targeted Rate Scheme A targeted rate for the Warm Dunedin Targeted Rate Scheme, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, per rating unit in the Warm Dunedin Targeted Rate Scheme. The targeted rate scheme provides a way for homeowners to install insulation and/or clean heating. The targeted rate covers the cost and an annual interest rate. The interest rates have been and will be: Rates commencing 1 July 2013 and 1 July 2014 8% Rates commencing 1 July 2015 and 1 July 2016 8.3% Rates commencing 1 July 2017 7.8% Rates commencing 1 July 2018 7.2% Rates commencing 1 July 2019 6.8% Rates commencing 1 July 2020 5.7% 14 Private Street Lighting Rate A targeted rate for the purpose of recovering the cost of private street lights, set under section 16 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, assessed on a differential basis as follows: · $149.40 (including GST) per private street light divided by the number of separately used or inhabited parts of a rating unit for all rating units in the "residential and lifestyle" categories in the private streets as identified in the schedule below. · $149.40 (including GST) per private street light divided by the number of rating units for all rating units in the "commercial" category in the private streets as identified in the schedule below.
Differential Matters and Categories b) Adopts the following differential categories for the 2020/21 financial year. The differential categories are determined in accordance with the Council's land use codes. The Council's land use codes are based on the land use codes set under the Rating Valuation Rules 2008 and are set out in Attachment A. In addition, the Council has established categories for residential institutions, residential heritage bed and breakfasts, the stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity, churches, and schools. 1 Differentials Based on Land Use The Council uses this matter to: · Differentiate the General rate. · Differentiate the Community Services rate. · Differentiate the Kerbside Recycling rate. · Differentiate the Private Street Lighting rate. · Differentiate the Tourism/Economic Development rate. · Differentiate the Fire Protection rate. The differential categories based on land use are: · Residential – includes all rating units used for residential purposes including single residential, multi-unit residential, multi-use residential, residential special accommodation, residential communal residence dependant on other use, residential bach/cribs, residential carparking and residential vacant land. · Lifestyle – includes all rating units with Council's land use codes 2, 20, 21, 22 and 29. · Commercial – includes all rating units with land uses not otherwise categorised as Residential, Residential Heritage Bed and Breakfasts, Lifestyle, Farmland or Stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity. · Farmland - includes all rating units used solely or principally for agricultural or horticultural or pastoral purposes. · Residential Heritage Bed and Breakfasts – includes all rating units meeting the following description: · Bed and breakfast establishments; and · Classified as commercial for rating purposes due to the number of bedrooms (greater than four); and · Either: · the majority of the establishment is at least 80 years old, or · the establishment has Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Registration, or · the establishment is a Dunedin City Council Protected Heritage Building as identified in the District Plan; and · The bed and breakfast owner lives at the facility. · Stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity – this includes land at 130 Anzac Avenue, Dunedin, Assessment 4026695, Valuation reference 27190-01403. 2 Differentials Based on Land Use and Provision or Availability of Service The Council uses these matters to differentiate the drainage rate and the commercial drainage rate. The differential categories based on land use are: · Residential – includes all rating units used for residential purposes including single residential, multi-unit residential, multi-use residential, residential special accommodation, residential communal residence dependant on other use, residential bach/cribs, residential carparking and residential vacant land. · Lifestyle - includes all rating units with Council's land use codes 2, 20, 21, 22 and 29. · Farmland - includes all rating units used solely or principally for agricultural or horticultural or pastoral purposes. · Commercial – includes all rating units with land uses not otherwise categorised as Residential, Residential Heritage Bed and Breakfasts, Lifestyle, Farmland, Residential Institutions, Stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity, Churches or Schools. · Stadium: 10,000+ seat capacity – this includes land at 130 Anzac Avenue, Dunedin, Assessment 4026695, Valuation reference 27190-01403. · Residential Heritage Bed and Breakfasts – includes all rating units meeting the following description: · Bed and breakfast establishments; and · Classified as commercial for rating purposes due to the number of bedrooms (greater than four); and · Either: · the majority of the establishment is at least 80 years old or · the establishment has Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Registration or · the establishment is a Dunedin City Council Protected Heritage Building as identified in the District Plan; and · The bed and breakfast owner lives at the facility. · Residential Institutions - includes only rating units with the Council's land use codes 95 and 96. · Churches – includes all rating units used for places of religious worship. · Schools - includes only rating units used for schools that do not operate for profit. The differential categories based on provision or availability of service are: · Connected – any rating unit that is connected to a public sewerage drain. · Serviceable – any rating unit that is not connected to a public sewerage drain but is capable of being connected to the sewerage system (being a property situated within 30 metres of a public drain). 3 Differentials Based on Provision or Availability of Service The Council uses this matter to differentiate the water rates. The differential categories based on provision or availability of service are: · Connected – any rating unit that is supplied by the water supply system. · Serviceable – any rating unit that is not supplied but is capable of being supplied by the water supply system (being a rating unit situated within 100 metres of the nearest water supply). Minimum Rates c) Approves that where the total amount of rates payable in respect of any rating unit is less than $5.00 including GST, the rates payable in respect of the rating unit shall be such amount as the Council determines but not exceeding $5.00 including GST. Low Value Rating Units d) Approves that rating units with a capital value of $6,000 or less will only be charged the general rate. Land Use Code e) Approves that the land use codes attached to this report are adopted as the Council's land use codes for the purpose of the rating method. Separately Used or Inhabited Part of a Rating Unit f) Adopts the following definition of a separately used or inhabited part of a rating unit: "A separately used or inhabited part of a rating unit includes any portion inhabited or used by the owner/a person other than the owner, and who has the right to use or inhabit that portion by virtue of a tenancy, lease, licence, or other agreement. This definition includes separately used parts, whether or not actually occupied at any particular time, which are provided by the owner for rental (or other form of occupation) on an occasional or long term basis by someone other than the owner. For the purpose of this definition, vacant land and vacant premises offered or intended for use or habitation by a person other than the owner and usually used as such are defined as 'used'. For the avoidance of doubt, a rating unit that has a single use or occupation is treated as having one separately used or inhabited part." Lump Sum Contributions g) Approves that no lump sum contributions will be sought for any targeted rate. Rating by Instalments h) Approves the following schedule of rates to be collected by the Council, payable by four instalments. The City is divided into four areas based on Valuation Roll Numbers, as set out below:
Area 4 comprises ratepayers with multiple assessments who pay on a schedule. Due Dates for Payment of Rates i) Approves the due dates for all rates with the exception of water rates, which are charged based on water meter consumption, will be payable in four instalments due on the dates below:
Water meter invoices are sent separately from other rates at intervals depending on the quantity of water consumed. Penalties j) Resolves to charge the following penalties on unpaid rates: 1 A charge of 10% of the unpaid rates instalment will be added to the amount of any instalment remaining unpaid the day after the instalment due date set out above. 2 Where a ratepayer has not paid the first instalment by the due date of that instalment, and has paid the total rates and charges in respect of the rating unit for the 2020/21 rating year by the due date of the second instalment, the 10% additional charge for the first instalment shall be remitted. 3 For amounts levied in any previous financial year and which remain unpaid on 1 October 2020, 10% of that sum shall be charged, including additional charges (in any). 4 For amounts levied in any previous financial year and which remain unpaid on 1 April 2021, 10% of that sum shall be charged, including additional charges (if any). Assessing and Recovering Rates k) Approves that the Chief Executive Officer, General Manager Finance and Commercial, Financial Controller and Rates and Revenue Team Leader be authorised to take all necessary steps to assess and recover the above rates. |
BACKGROUND
2 The rating method for the 2020/21 year formed part of the supporting documentation made available during the community engagement period of the draft 2020/21 budget.
3 The Council sought feedback from the community on a proposed amendment to the 10 year plan 2018-28 to reduce the community services targeted rate to $100.00 for the 2020/21 financial year.
DISCUSSION
4 The rating method for the 2020/21 year incorporates the following changes:
· A reduction in the community services targeted rate from $240.50 to $100.00 for the 2020/21 year.
· The differentiated stadium: 10,000+ capacity rates have been increased for the 2020/21 year by the June 2019 Local Government Cost Index of 2.8%.
Limit on "Fixed" Charging
5 Section 21 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 includes a limit on certain rates. In any one year, the Council may not collect more than 30% of its total rates revenue by way of:
· Any uniform annual general charge.
· Any targeted rate that is calculated as a fixed amount per rating unit or separately used or inhabited part of a rating unit (and which is not used solely for water supply or sewage disposal).
6 The Council does not use a uniform annual general charge. The relevant targeted rates for the 2020/21 year are the kerbside recycling rate, the community services rate and the drainage fixed charge. These rates equate to 21% of total rates revenue.
OPTIONS
7 The option provided is to set rates in accordance with the Local Government Act 2002 and the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 in order to provide rates funding in the 2020/21 year in accordance with the 2020/21 budget.
NEXT STEPS
8 The Council can now set and assess the rates described in its Funding Impact Statement.
Signatories
Author: |
Carolyn Allan - Senior Management Accountant |
Authoriser: |
Gavin Logie - Financial Controller Sandy Graham - General Manager City Services |
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Dunedin Land Use Codes |
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Fit with purpose of Local Government This decision enables democratic local decision making and action by, and on behalf of communities and promotes the social, economic, environmental and cultural well-being of communities in the present and for the future. |
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Fit with strategic framework
This decision fits with the strategic framework because it provides the necessary rates funding to implement the activities outlined in the 2020/21 budget. |
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Māori Impact Statement The Annual Plan 2020/21 provided a mechanism for Māori to contribute to local decision-making. DCC works with the Māori Participation Working Party, Aukaha and mana whenua to ensure there is process for Māori collaboration across the Annual Plan work programme. |
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Sustainability There are no implications for sustainability. |
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10 year plan /Annual Plan / Financial Strategy /Infrastructure Strategy The Council has adopted the 2020/21 Annual Plan and the amendment to the 10 year plan 2018-28 and can now set and assess the rates described in its Funding Impact Statement. |
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Financial considerations The Council has adopted the 2020/21 Annual Plan and can now set and assess the rates described in its Funding Impact Statement. |
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Significance The decision sets the rates for the 2020/21 year as outlined in the 2020/21 Annual Plan. |
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Engagement – external The proposed rating method formed part of the Supporting Documentation during the community engagement on the 2020/21 draft budget. The Council consulted using the special consultative procedure on the draft budget and the 10 year plan 2018-28 amendment. |
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Engagement - internal Internal engagement has occurred with staff in the relevant departments. |
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Risks: Legal / Health and Safety etc. Legal risks were considered and appropriate advice sought. |
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Conflict of Interest There are no known conflicts of interest. |
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Community Boards Community Boards may be interested in this report and were involved in the Annual Plan engagement. |
Council 30 June 2020 |
COVID-19 Support Fund
Department: Community and Planning and Corporate Policy
To follow
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Council 30 June 2020 |
Octagon Experience Evaluation Report
Department: City Development and Community and Planning
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Council 30 June 2020 |
2020 New Zealand Masters Games Final Report
Department: Community and Planning
To follow
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Council 30 June 2020 |
Central City Advisory Group membership
Department: Transport
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 At the 25 May 2020 Council meeting Council reconstituted the Central City Advisory Group (CCAG) to provide feedback throughout the detailed design and business case stages of the George Street upgrade proposals.
2 This report provides suggested membership of the CCAG and a draft terms of reference for consideration by Council.
That the Council: a) Considers the proposed membership of the Central City Advisory Group. b) Approves the terms of reference for the Central City Advisory Group. |
BACKGROUND
3 During the previous triennium a CCAG was established, but the group ceased at the end of that triennium.
4 At a Council meeting on 25 May 2020, when considering an update report on the George Street upgrade, Council passed a resolution to reconstitute the CCAG as follows:
Moved (Cr David Benson-Pope/Cr Christine Garey):
That the Council:
a) Notes the reports and other documents on this matter.
b) Endorses the continuation of the George Street Retail Quarter section of the Central City Plan and
c) Reconstitutes a Central City Advisory Group to provide feedback throughout the detailed design and business case stages of these proposals.
d) Request a staff report to the 8 June 2020 Council meeting as to the suggested composition of the Central City Advisory Group and the Terms of Reference.
Division
The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Marie Laufiso, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker and Aaron Hawkins (10).
Against: Crs Carmen Houlahan, Jules Radich, Lee Vandervis and Andrew Whiley (4).
Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 10 votes to 4
Motion carried (CNL/2020/044)
5 This report provides a suggested membership and draft terms of reference in response to the resolution of Council.
DISCUSSION
6 The previous CCAG had membership from a range of organisations including the Chamber of Commerce, the University of Otago, NZTA, NZ Police, Ngai Tahu, Otago Regional Council and the Southern Health Partnership.
7 The previous CCAG aimed to provide a spectrum of viewpoints with a focus on coordinating development across the city and to advise on social, cultural, environmental and economic matters relating to the project.
8 As the George Street part of the project has been endorsed to enter into developed and detailed design stages, membership of the reformed CCAG has been focussed on ensuring that the specific interests of George Street are represented by the group rather than the entire Central City Plan.
9 A Terms of Reference is attached to the report and outlines the proposed membership and purpose of the CCAG, and details reporting lines and supporting staff.
OPTIONS
10 As this is an administrative report, there are no options.
NEXT STEPS
11 Once Council has confirmed the membership of the CCAG, representatives from the member groups will be identified and the first meeting will be scheduled.
12 The group will report through updates to the Planning and Environment Committee.
Signatories
Author: |
Jeanine Benson - Group Manager Transport |
Authoriser: |
Simon Drew - General Manager Infrastructure Services |
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Draft Terms of Reference for Central City Advisory Group |
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Fit with purpose of Local Government This decision enables democratic local decision making and action by, and on behalf of communities. |
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Fit with strategic framework
This decision contributes to Council’s strategic priorities by making people feel connected and involved in community affairs. It also contributes to making sure the community are satisfied with the way the city is developing in terms of look and feel. |
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Māori Impact Statement This decision is consistent with authority’s consultation model Te Roopu Taiao involving Aukaha in the CCAG. |
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Sustainability This decision is consistent with our long term economic, social, environmental and economic strategies. |
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LTP/Annual Plan / Financial Strategy /Infrastructure Strategy The Central City Plan is included in the Long-Term Plan and is part of the Transport Infrastructure Strategy, creating major street improvements and creating a more attractive space aligned with improving underground services. |
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Financial considerations There are no financial considerations. |
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Significance This decision is considered to be of low significance in terms of the Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. |
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Engagement – external There has been no external engagement on the reconstituted membership but staff have taken into account the feedback from the community during the recent Annual Plan hearings when drafting the proposed membership. |
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Engagement – internal Urban Design, Transport and EDU staff have been involved in developing the proposed membership and the draft terms of reference. |
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Risks: Legal / Health and Safety etc. There are no legal or health and safety risks. |
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Community Boards There are no implications for Community Boards, although the Central City Plan was highlighted by a number of Board’s in their Annual Plan submissions as being of interest to their communities. |
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Council 30 June 2020 |
Proposed Amendments to the Camping Control Bylaw 2015
Department: Parks and Recreation
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 This report recommends an amendment to the Camping Control Bylaw 2015. The proposed amendment is described in a Statement of Proposal. The Statement of Proposal, draft amended Bylaw, and a public submission form (attached), require Council approval in order for public consultation on the amendments to begin.
2 Dunedin City Council staff have reviewed the Camping Control Bylaw 2015. The review identified opportunities to improve the management of freedom camping in Dunedin, while retaining the existing Bylaw.
3 The proposed amendment to the Bylaw is the addition of the Thomas Burns Street carpark as a seasonal, unrestricted freedom camping site under Schedule C of the Bylaw. This amendment would permit overnight camping at this site in non-self-contained vehicles seasonally, between the months of November and April each season.
That the Council: a) Approves the Statement of Proposal, draft amended Camping Control Bylaw and public submission form for public consultation. |
BACKGROUND
4 Findings from a review of the Camping Control Bylaw were presented to Council on 31 January 2020. The review evaluated the effect of an inner-city trial site (Thomas Burns) on redistributing camper numbers at unrestricted DCC sites.
5 The Thomas Burns Street Trial Site was established to address overloading issues at the Warrington Domain and Ocean View Reserve unrestricted sites. The Trial Site was Dunedin’s most popular freedom camping site during the two-year trial period and camper numbers at the Ocean View Reserve and Warrington Domain decreased by 50% and 27% respectively, despite an increase in total freedom camper numbers. Complaints concerning unrestricted sites reduced by 48% and infringements issued at these sites reduced by 59% during the trial period.
DISCUSSION
6 Thomas Burns Street carpark was trialled as an unrestricted freedom camping site during the 2018/2019 and 2019/2020 freedom camping seasons. During the trial period, the Thomas Burns Street site accommodated 30% of all freedom campers counted during nightly enforcement patrols, accounted for 3% of the tickets that were issued and 6% of the freedom camping complaints staff received.
7 The proposed Bylaw amendment will permit overnight camping within any type of vehicle in the Pay & Display portion of the Thomas Burns Carpark between the months of November and April each year. Parking restrictions will be enforced under the Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2010; all vehicles are currently required to pay for parking between the hours of 8am and 6pm, Monday – Saturday. Certified self-contained vehicles are currently permitted to overnight camp at all Council carparks under Section B of the Bylaw.
8 If consultation is to proceed, staff will meet the requirements of the Special Consultative Procedure (SCP) as described in the Freedom Camping Act 2011 and the Local Government Act 2002. Public consultation will be limited to the proposed amendments; feedback beyond the scope of these amendments will not be addressed during this process.
OPTIONS
Option One – Recommended Option
9 Council approves the Statement of Proposal, draft amended Camping Control Bylaw 2015 and public submission form for the purposes of an SCP which will consult on Option 1, being:
The proposed addition of a new unrestricted camping area at Thomas Burns Street, Dunedin (as shown in the attached Plan) to the Bylaw.
Such SCP to proceed in accordance with section 83 of the Local Government Act 2002 and section 11 of the Freedom Camping Act 2011.
10 Appoints [at least three members in order to obtain a quorum] as members of the Regulatory Subcommittee so that the subcommittee may:
· Determine the form and extent of public consultation;
· Adopt the statement of proposal and public notice for this matter;
· Conduct any hearings that may be necessary; and
· Make a recommendation to Council.
Advantages
· Staff can begin the SCP allowing the public to provide feedback on the proposed amendments.
Disadvantages
· No disadvantages identified
Option Two – Status Quo
11 Council rejects the Statement of Proposal, draft amended Camping Control Bylaw and public submission form.
Advantages
· No advantages identified.
Disadvantages
· The Thomas Burns Street carpark will cease functioning as an overnight camping site for non-self-contained vehicles during future camping seasons.
· The volume of freedom campers using the unrestricted sites at Warrington Domain and Ocean View Reserve will increase and likely exceed capacity.
NEXT STEPS
12 With Council approval, staff will follow the SCP as described in the Freedom Camping Act 2011 and the Local Government Act 2002. The Statement of Proposal and draft amended Bylaw will be put forward for public consultation. Members of the public may provide feedback on proposed amendments via the public submission form or in person at a submissions hearing. Parks and Recreation Services will work closely with the Corporate Policy and Communications departments during this process.
13 An analysis of public submissions will be provided to the Bylaw Subcommittee in a findings report.
Signatories
Author: |
Stephen Hogg - Parks and Recreation Planner |
Authoriser: |
John Brenkley - Planning and Partnerships Manager Robert West - Group Manager Parks and Recreation |
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Draft Statement of Proposal for addition of Thomas Burns street |
97 |
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Draft Amended Camping Control Bylaw 2015 |
102 |
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Public submission form for proposed Camping Control Bylaw amendment |
126 |
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Plan of Proposed Thomas Burns Street Carpark unrestricted freedom camping site |
128 |
SUMMARY OF CONSIDERATIONS
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Fit with purpose of Local Government This decision enables democratic local decision making and action by, and on behalf of communities.
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Fit with strategic framework
Freedom camping can have implications for the environment, economic development of the city and the Council’s open spaces and associated facilities. A new or amended bylaw may improve alignment with Council’s Environment Strategy, Economic Development Strategy and the Parks and Recreation Strategy. |
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Māori Impact Statement There are no known impacts for tangata whenua relating to this amendment. The Otakou Runaka have expressed an interest in extending the prohibited camping zone to include Te Umu Kuri Wellers Rock and Te Rauone Reserve. |
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Sustainability Freedom campers and visitors to the city provide economic benefits which need to be considered alongside the potential effects of freedom camping on the environment and our communities. |
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LTP/Annual Plan / Financial Strategy /Infrastructure Strategy There are no known implications for these documents. |
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Financial considerations There are no financial implications. |
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Significance The proposed amendment to the Camping Control Bylaw is considered medium in terms of the Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. |
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Engagement – external A full special consultative procedure will be undertaken as part of the Bylaw review. |
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Engagement - internal Parks and Recreation Services have engaged with Corporate Policy, Regulatory Services and Legal Department to discuss the processes associated with drafting and consulting on a new or amended bylaw. |
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Risks: Legal / Health and Safety etc. There are no identified risks. |
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Conflict of Interest There are no identified conflicts of interest |
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Community Boards Community Boards have provided feedback during the review process which was considered when drafting the amended bylaw. |
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Council 30 June 2020 |
Proposed traffic and parking restriction changes - March 2020
Department: Transport
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 This report seeks approval of minor changes and clarifications to parking restrictions.
That the Council:
a) Approves the recommended changes to parking restrictions that are shown in the March 2020 update of the Dunedin City Council's traffic and parking restrictions database, https://tinyurl.com/ParkingMarch2020. b) Notes that all parking controls previously approved by Council and not shown as a change on the March 2020 traffic and parking restrictions database remain unchanged. |
BACKGROUND
2 Traffic and parking restrictions are made under the Traffic and Parking Bylaw. Traffic and parking controls contribute to the objectives of the Dunedin Integrated Transport Strategy 2013, particularly by supporting the achievement of a safe, efficient and accessible transport network for all modes. The Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004 establishes rules under which traffic operates on roads to support consistent and predictable responses by road users in New Zealand.
3 Council is also moving towards consistency and simplicity in the parking control system. This should make parking easier for people to use and understand and be more efficient to enforce.
4 Council maintains a GIS map database of traffic and parking restrictions (the database) which reflects all on-street parking restrictions that are approved and implemented with markings and/or signs. It is proposed as part of this report that off-street parking restrictions are included in the database.
DISCUSSION
5 The Council receives a range of unsolicited requests to change parking restrictions from individuals and businesses. Staff investigate and review the requests across a range of factors including safety concerns, commuters, commercial users, the road width and topography, traffic flow, neighbouring on-street parking spaces, visibility concerns and crash statistics. If a proposed change is supported, consultation is undertaken by the applicant with residents, businesses and property owners in the area to demonstrate support for the requested change.
6 Recommended changes and clarifications to parking restrictions are shown in the database at https://tinyurl.com/ParkingMarch2020 and Attachment A. The GIS layer includes a new bookmark feature which links the numbered item in the attachment tables for the location on the GIS layer.
7 The recommended minor parking restriction changes detailed in TPC-16 include:
a) Parking changes to improve safety, efficiency or access, where appropriate engagement has been carried out with affected parties.
b) Consequential parking changes arising from other projects where consultation has been carried out with affected parties, and in some cases are already marked and signed (eg. Railway Station pedestrian mall).
c) Changes to improve the operation of the bus network and changes to residents only parking.
8 Clarifications of parking restrictions and correction of database are detailed in TPC-17 and do not change current parking restrictions and include:
a) Changes to markings or signs intended to clarify parking controls which are already in place. Changes may make existing markings or signs clearer or reinforce existing rules (for example installation of broken yellow lines to clarify that no vehicles may stop within one metre of a driveway under Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004). These clarifications are considered necessary for access or safety and are an exception to Council’s general approach not to mark anything that is currently enforceable under existing rules.
b) Corrections to the database have been made to accurately reflect the parking restrictions which are on the ground.
c) Inclusion of the DCC paid off-street carpark spaces in the database for completeness.
9 Changes to parking restrictions as a result of the school safety improvement programme are detailed in TPC-18. The consequential parking changes were consulted with the residents as part of the school safety improvement programme.
OPTIONS
Option one – Approve the proposed changes to the traffic and parking controls database
10 The recommended minor changes to parking restrictions would be implemented.
Advantages
· Improves safety, efficiency and access of the transport network by:
i) Providing appropriately located bus stops to enable bus services, and changing parking to enable buses to safely enter and exit bus stops;
ii) Providing appropriate short stay parking to provide for surrounding land uses; and
iii) Improving safety and enabling property access by prohibiting obstructive parking, making existing parking controls clearer, and providing for access to new driveways.
· May encourage people to use public transport, through enabling better provision of bus services.
· On the ground parking restrictions would be enforceable.
Disadvantages
· Some people may be initially confused by the changes and new locations of parking.
Option two – Retain the existing traffic and parking restrictions without amendment
11 Do nothing and retain the existing traffic and parking restrictions.
Advantages
· Council resources can be allocated to other transport projects.
• People would not get confused as no parking would change.
· On the ground parking restrictions would not be enforceable and road markings and signs would need to be removed.
Disadvantages
· Does not improve safety, efficiency and access on the transport network.
NEXT STEPS
12 If the Council approves the recommended changes to parking restrictions, the changes will be implemented through appropriate signs and road markings and will be enforced under the Traffic and Parking Bylaw.
Signatories
Author: |
Tami Sargeant - Team Leader Regulatory Management - Transport |
Authoriser: |
Nick Sargent - Transport Strategy Manager Jeanine Benson - Group Manager Transport |
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Page |
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TPC-16 minor parking changes |
133 |
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TPC-17 parking clarifications and corrections |
134 |
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TPC-18 school safety improvements parking changes |
136 |
SUMMARY OF CONSIDERATIONS |
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Fit with purpose of Local Government This report enables democratic local decision making and action by, and on behalf of communities; and promotes the social, economic and environmental wellbeing of communities in the present and for the future. |
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Fit with strategic framework
Establishing and changing traffic and parking restrictions support the achievement of a safe, efficient and accessible transport network for all modes, and supports the social and economic wellbeing of Dunedin communities. |
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Māori Impact Statement There are no known impacts for tangata whenua. |
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Sustainability There are no implications for sustainability. |
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10 year plan /Annual Plan / Financial Strategy /Infrastructure Strategy There are no implications. |
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Financial considerations There are no financial implications, costs for implementing the proposed changes are covered by existing budgets. |
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Significance The report is considered of low significance in terms of the Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. |
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Engagement – external Engagement has been undertaken with property occupiers in the affected areas as appropriate. |
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Engagement - internal Transport and parking services staff have been consulted. |
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Risks: Legal / Health and Safety etc. This report seeks minor changes and clarifications to the GIS map database of traffic and parking controls of the Traffic and Parking Bylaw. |
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Conflict of Interest There are no known conflicts of interest. |
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Community Boards There are no significant changes within the boundary of the Community Boards. |
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Council 30 June 2020 |
Regulatory Subcommittee Appointments
Department: Transport and Civic
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 This report requests the Council appoint members to a series of Hearings Panels of the Regulatory Subcommittee to hear submissions and make recommendations to Council on existing and proposed bylaws, including amendments.
2 As this is an administrative report, there are no options or summary of considerations.
That the Council: a) Appoints Councillors Andrew Whiley (Chair) Jim O’Malley and Steve Walker to a Hearings Panel of the Regulatory Subcommittee to consider changes, hear submissions and make recommendations to the Council on the Traffic and Parking Bylaw. b) Appoints Councillors Andrew Whiley (Chair) Christine Garey, Marie Laufiso and Chris Staynes to a Hearings Panel of the Regulatory Subcommittee to consider changes, hear submissions and make recommendations to the Council on the proposed Trading in Public Places Bylaw. c) Appoints Councillor David Benson-Pope (Chair) and Councillors Rachel Elder and Steve Walker to a Hearings Panel of the Regulatory Subcommittee to consider changes, hear submissions and make recommendations to the Council on the Camping Control Bylaw. d) Appoints Councillors Andrew Whiley (Chair) Rachel Elder, Mike Lord and Jim O’Malley to a Hearings Panel of the Regulatory Subcommittee to consider changes, hear submissions and make recommendations to the Council on the Speed Limits Bylaw. e) Appoints Councillors Andrew Whiley (Chair) Carmen Houlahan, Jules Radich and Lee Vandervis to a Hearings Panel of the Regulatory Subcommittee to consider changes, hear submissions and make recommendations to the Council on the Trade Waste Bylaw. f) Appoints Councillors Andrew Whiley (Chair) Sophie Barker and David Benson-Pope to a Hearings Panel of the Regulatory Subcommittee to consider changes, hear submissions and make recommendations to the Council on the proposed Stormwater Quality Bylaw.
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DISCUSSION
3 The Regulatory Subcommittee is responsible for the development of regulatory policy and bylaws and has the delegation “to hear submissions and make recommendations to Council on existing and proposed bylaws, including amendments”.
4 Members of the Regulatory Subcommittee are approved on a case by case basis by either the Planning and Environment Committee or the Council in consultation with the Chair of the Regulatory Subcommittee, Cr Whiley.
5 The following table provides details of proposed bylaws or changes to bylaws with an indicative timeframe for consultation and hearings and deliberations.
Bylaw |
Consultation |
Hearings and deliberations |
Traffic and Parking |
Ongoing, targeted consultation |
August |
Trading in Public Places |
July |
August |
Camping Control |
July |
August/September |
Speed Limits |
July/August |
September |
Trade Waste |
June to August |
September |
Stormwater Quality |
June to August |
September |
6 Cr Whiley has been consulted on the membership of the Hearings Panels.
NEXT STEPS
7 The Hearings Panels of the Regulatory Subcommittee will meet hear submissions and make recommendations to Council on existing and proposed bylaws, including amendments.
Signatories
Author: |
Tami Sargeant - Team Leader Regulatory Management - Transport Clare Sullivan - Team Leader Civic |
Authoriser: |
Clare Sullivan - Team Leader Civic |
There are no attachments for this report.
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Council 30 June 2020 |
Constitution of District Licensing Committee Membership Selection Subcommittee
Department: Civic
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 The purpose of this report is to constitute the District Licensing Committee (DLC) Membership Selection Subcommittee and approve the terms of reference for the Subcommittee.
That the Council: a) Appoints Councillors Andrew Whiley, Marie Laufiso and Steve Walker to the District Licensing Committee Membership Selection Subcommittee. b) Approves the Terms of Reference of the District Licensing Committee Membership Selection Subcommittee. |
BACKGROUND
2 On 8 June, the Council resolved to form a Subcommittee of Council that will manage the DLC membership review process. The Subcommittee will consider the applications for the vacant roles on the DLC and make recommendations to Council for new members.
DISCUSSION
Terms of Reference for DLC Membership Review Subcommittee
3 The proposed Terms of Reference for the DLC Membership Selection Subcommittee (the Subcommittee) are set out in Attachment A.
4 The chair of the Subcommittee will be Cr Andrew Whiley with Crs Marie Laufiso and Steve Walker as the proposed members.
5 The Subcommittee needs to recommend at least two and up to five new members for the DLC.
6 The work of the Subcommittee should be completed by the end of July 2020 but it is constituted for six months in case there are any issues with the selection process.
7 As this is an administrative report, there are no options.
NEXT STEPS
8 If the Council approves the Subcommittee delegations and membership, the Subcommittee will meet to consider DLC membership applications and prepare recommendations to the Council for 28 July 2020, with a view to the new DLC commencing on 3 August 2020.
Signatories
Author: |
Clare Sullivan - Team Leader Civic |
Authoriser: |
Sandy Graham - General Manager City Services |
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Title |
Page |
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DLC Membership Selection Subcommittee Terms of Reference |
142 |
SUMMARY OF CONSIDERATIONS |
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Fit with purpose of Local Government This decision enables democratic local decision making and action by, and on behalf of communities. |
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Fit with strategic framework
This decision contributes to democracy to support the strategic framework. |
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Māori Impact Statement A national review of the DLCs showed that DLCs are not necessarily representative of the communities in which they operate. The review showed a lack of ethnic diversity. |
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Sustainability There are no implications for sustainability. |
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LTP/Annual Plan / Financial Strategy /Infrastructure Strategy There are no implications for these documents. |
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Financial considerations There are no financial implications. |
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Significance This decision is considered low in terms of the Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. |
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Engagement – external There has been no external engagement for this report. |
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Engagement - internal There has been no internal engagement but Councillors were canvassed about their interest in membership of the Subcommittee. |
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Risks: Legal / Health and Safety etc. There are no identified risks. |
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Conflict of Interest Councillors Lord, Vandervis and Benson-Pope are current DLC members. |
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Community Boards There are no implications for Community Boards. |
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Council 30 June 2020 |
Submission to ORC - proposed interim $2 flat fares in Dunedin
Department: Transport
1 This report provides information on the proposed implementation of $2 flat fares in Dunedin by the Otago Reginal Council (ORC) and provides a DCC draft submission to this consultation.
2 This report also provides Council with an update on the ORC’s Regional Public Transport Plan (RPTP) review.
3 The options presented in this report are:
a) Endorse the draft submission to ORC’s interim flat fares consultation
b) Do not endorse the draft submission to ORC’s interim flat fares consultation
That the Council: a) Notes an update to the Otago Regional Public Transport Plan review b) Notes ORC’s proposal to introduce interim $2 flat fares for Dunedin buses August/September – December 2020 c) Notes the environment for planned DCC investment in bus fares has changed due to Covid19 and ORC’s proposed interim fares d) Confirms the proposed draft submission to ORC |
BACKGROUND
DCC subsidised bus fares
4 As part of the January 2020 Council Annual Plan meeting Council approved the following resolution:
Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Jim O'Malley):
That the Council:
a) Allocate up to $600k to provide for cheaper public bus fares from July 1st 2020;
b) Request a report in time for February 11th outlining options to resource this; and
c) Request a report in time for Annual Plan deliberations providing options for delivering a new fare structure.
Motion carried (CAPCC/2020/001)
5 The ordinary 11 February 2020 Council meeting further approved the following resolution:
Moved (Cr Mike Lord/Cr Carmen Houlahan):
That the Council:
a) Treat any required subsidy that may be necessary as unbudgeted expenditure in the 2020/21 financial year.
b) Notes that once the required level of expenditure is ascertained, the cost can be included in the development of the 2021-31 10-year plan.
Motion carried (CNL/2020/014)
Otago Regional Public Transport Plan
6 In September 2019, ORC and DCC officers met to scope and discuss initiation of the Regional Public Transport Plan (RPTP) review. In May 2020 DCC officers received a draft scope of the RPTP review from ORC to provide feedback on. ORC officers received DCC officers’ feedback and advised that the intention would be to have the scope approved by their council soon.
7 Public consultation on the draft RPTP is expected in March 2021. DCC officers are requesting the RPTP be further advanced as a matter of priority.
8 As noted in DCC’s submission on the ORC Annual Plan 2020/21, “The DCC would like to see clarity on how the DCC can be actively involved in the Regional Public Transport Plan review, including how matters of governance can be raised.”
ORC’s Introduction of interim $2 flat fares
9 ORC’s 27 May 2020 Council meeting resolved to consult on the introduction of interim $2 flat fares in Dunedin. Following on from currently free bus travel, interim fares are proposed to be introduced in August/September 2020 when the new ticketing system (the Bee-Card) is introduced and last until the end of 2020. From January 2021 the old/previous fares and zone structure is planned to be reintroduced.
10 The proposed fares are:
· $2 with a Bee Card for all (other than youth)
· $1.50 with a Bee Card for youth (5–18 year olds)
· $3 cash fare (no Bee Card) for all passengers
· free travel for SuperGold card holders at any time
11 At the time this proposal was approved by the ORC Council, social distancing was still a requirement and it was unclear how long the requirement would last. The purpose was to reduce the need for cash-handling (the bee card will enable online top-ups) and face to face interaction when registering and validating concessions (concessions will be substituted with cheaper fares for everyone).
12 The proposed $2 flat fares will make travel cheaper for everyone except for children, tertiary students and GoCard Extra users within zone 1. The new youth fare would be 35 cents more expensive that the previous child fare of $1.15 in zone one. Tertiary students and GoCard Extra users would be required to pay the adult fare with a Bee Card which would be 28 cents more expensive than their previous $1.72 zone 1 concession fare. However, travel for Children, Tertiary students and GoCard Extra users in all other zones will be cheaper.
13 Consultation on the introduction of interim $2 flat fares is now open and closes 2nd July (https://yoursay.orc.govt.nz/flatfaredunedin). DCC’s draft submission is in support of the proposed interim fares since it is consistent with DCC’s stated position seeking “a simpler fare structure”. DCC’s draft submission can be found as an attachment to this report.
DISCUSSION
14 The DCC has set an ambitious target of the city being net Zero Carbon by 2030. Transport currently accounts for roughly half of our non-agricultural emissions, and 28% of emissions overall. This represents a challenge for the city, but also one of our biggest opportunities. Supporting more people who are able to take up active or public transport is consistent with this goal and our Integrated Transport Strategy.
15 One of the three key drivers of increased bus patronage is the cost of fares, alongside the frequency of service and legibility of routes. An opportunity to review frequencies of services and legibility of routes will come later this year through the Regional Public Transport Plan Review.
16 The DCC have signalled they will provide unbudgeted expenditure of up to $600k in the coming financial year to support lower bus fares in the city. Since this was resolved at the January/February 2020 Council Annual Plan meetings, staff have worked with ORC staff to develop options for cheaper bus fares that could have been introduced from 1st July 2020.
17 Meanwhile, ORC resolved to introduce interim $2 flat fares ($1.50 for youth) using the Bee Card and free travel for SuperGold Card holders for August/September – December 2020. This proposal is a step towards improving the affordability of public transport for most users. However, there are some disadvantaged groups (Children, Tertiary Students and GoCard Extra holders) traveling in 1 zone.
18 This proposed $2 flat fares is subject to ORC decision after consultation closes on the 2 of July. The DCC submission will be considered as part of that process and a draft submission is attached for discussion.
19 It is unclear at present whether cheaper fares will be maintained in the longer term, as the interim proposal is proposed to last only about four months. A long-term plan for bus fares is expected to only become clearer as part of the RPTP process.
20 ORC’s $2 fare proposal has changed the environment for DCC investment in bus fares. At this stage it is unclear what effects an interim $2 flat fare will have on patronage and how well the new ticketing system will be received when it’s launched.
21 Options that had previously been scoped collaboratively by DCC and ORC staff for a DCC investment in public transport could now be considered for the time period from January 2021 onwards. At that time, ORC is currently planning to end it’s $2 interim fares and reintroduce the old/normal fare and zone structure.
22 In the meantime, DCC offer to work with ORC to mitigate impacts on some user groups under the proposed interim fares.
OPTIONS
Option One – Endorse the draft submission to ORC’s interim flat fares consultation (Recommended Option)
23 This option is to endorse the draft submission to ORC’s interim flat fares consultation closing 2 July 2020. The submission signals general support for proposed interim fares. It also points out identified shortfalls of the proposal and emphasises DCC’s strong desire to be involved in and collaborate on investment in Dunedin’s public transport system to a greater extent than at present.
Advantages
· Provides feedback on proposed scheme and set’s out a pathway for future collaboration
Disadvantages
· There are no known disadvantages
Option Two – Not endorse draft submission to ORC’s interim flat fares consultation (do nothing)
This option is to not endorse the draft submission to ORC’s interim flat fares consultation closing 2nd July 2020.Advantages
· There are no known advantages
Disadvantages
· DCC misses out on the opportunity to provide opinion about matters of interest in the city.
NEXT STEPS
24 DCC staff will present Council with a discussion on subsidised fares, the bus loop and input to the Regional Public Transport Plan review later in the year when the impacts of Covid 19, the interim $2 bus fares and the rollout of the Bee-Card are more apparent.
Signatories
Author: |
Simone Handwerk - Senior Transport Planner |
Authoriser: |
Nick Sargent - Transport Strategy Manager Simon Drew - General Manager Infrastructure Services |
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Title |
Page |
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Final draft DCC submission to ORC's interim fare proposal |
150 |
SUMMARY OF CONSIDERATIONS
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Fit with purpose of Local Government This decision enables democratic local decision making and action by, and on behalf of communities; and promotes the social, cultural, environmental and economic wellbeing of Dunedin communities now, and in the future. |
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Fit with strategic framework
Implications of future public transport activities primarily contribute to the objectives and priorities of the above strategies. |
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Māori Impact Statement There are no known impacts for tangata whenua. |
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Sustainability An effective public transport network will contribute to Dunedin’s goal to become a net carbon zero city by 2030. |
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LTP/Annual Plan / Financial Strategy /Infrastructure Strategy January 2020 Council Annual Plan meeting Council approved the allocation of $600,000 |
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Financial considerations The financial considerations are listed in the report and in the options presented. |
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Significance This decision is considered low in terms of the Council's Significance and Engagement Policy. |
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Engagement – external Initial discussions have taken place between the ORC and DCC staff on the RPTP review and other public transport issues. The $600k subsidy for public transport fares was noted as part of the 2020/21 Annual Plan engagement process. |
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Engagement - internal Transport Strategy, Corporate Policy. |
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Risks: Legal / Health and Safety etc. There are no known risks. |
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Conflict of Interest There are no known conflicts of interest. |
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Community Boards There are no implications for Community Boards. |
Council 30 June 2020 |
DCC Submission on the Inquiry Into Student Accommodation
Department: Corporate Policy and Enterprise Dunedin
To follow
Council 30 June 2020 |
Resolution to Exclude the Public
That the Council excludes the public from the following part of the proceedings of this meeting (pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987) namely:
This resolution is made in reliance on Section 48(1)(a) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987, and the particular interest or interests protected by Section 6 or Section 7 of that Act, or Section 6 or Section 7 or Section 9 of the Official Information Act 1982, as the case may require, which would be prejudiced by the holding of the whole or the relevant part of the proceedings of the meeting in public are as shown above after each item.