Council
MINUTES
Minutes of an ordinary meeting of the Dunedin City Council held in the Edinburgh Room, Municipal Chambers, The Octagon, Dunedin on Monday 31 May 2021, commencing at 9.02 am.
PRESENT
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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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IN ATTENDANCE |
Sandy Graham (Chief Executive Officer), Simon Drew (General Manager Infrastructure and Development), Simon Pickford (General Manager Community Services), John Christie (Manager Enterprise Dunedin), Jeanette Wikaira (Manahautu - General Manager, Māori, Partnership & Policy), Gavin Logie (Chief Financial Officer), Robert West (Acting General Manager City Services); Glen Hazelton (Project Director, Central City Plan), David Bainbridge-Zafar (Group Manager Property Services); Cara Paterson (Relationship Advisor – Arts and Culture; Chris Henderson (Group Manager, Waste and Environmental Services); Jeanine Benson (Group Manager Transport); Suzie Ballantyne (Corporate Policy Manager) and Sharon Bodeker (Corporate Planner) |
Governance Support Officers: Lauren McDonald, Rebecca Murray, Wendy Collard and Jennifer Lapham.
There was no Public Forum.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council: Notes the apologies from Crs Marie Laufiso and Lee Vandervis for lateness. Motion carried |
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council:
Confirms the agenda with the following alteration:
That Item 7 - Kerbside Collection Options would be taken later in the meeting.
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Cr Lee Vandervis entered the meeting at 9:04 am.
Members were reminded of the need to stand aside from decision-making when a conflict arose between their role as an elected representative and any private or other external interest they might have.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council:
Notes that any resolution made in this section of the meeting may be subject to further discussion and decision by the meeting pursuant to Standing Order 23.5. Motion carried (CNL/2021/088) |
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A report from the Executive Leadership Team provided an overview of the 10 year plan process to date, decisions to be made and the process to complete the 10 year plan 2021 – 2031 through to the adoption by 30 June 2021. |
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The Chief Executive Officer (Sandy Graham) and Chief Financial Officer (Gavin Logie) spoke to the report and responded to questions. |
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Cr Marie Laufiso entered the meeting at 9:10 am.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council:
Notes the 10 year plan 2021-31 Deliberations Overview Report. Motion carried (CNL/2021/089) |
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A report from Property provided outcomes of public consultation regarding Community Housing as part of the 10 year plan 2021-2031 and requested Council give consideration to the options which would inform a draft Dunedin City Council Housing Policy and Dunedin Social Housing Strategy. |
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The Acting General Manager City Services (Robert West) and Group Manager Property Services (David Bainbridge-Zafar) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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Cr Doug Hall left the meeting at 9:41 am and returned at 9:44 am. Cr Carmen Houlahan left the meeting at 9:49 am and returned at 9:51 am.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Steve Walker): That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting. Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 10:15 am and reconvened at 10:31 am.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr David Benson-Pope): That the Council:
a) Requests that staff undertake a broader review of the Council’s waiting list criteria based on feedback received in submissions and report back to Council by September 2021.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/090)
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr David Benson-Pope): That the Council:
b) Supports rates revenue being used to subsidise rents for DCC’s community housing. Division
The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Christine Garey, Marie Laufiso, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (8). Against: Crs Rachel Elder, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Mike Lord, Jules Radich, Lee Vandervis and Andrew Whiley (7). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 8 votes to 7
Motion carried (CNL/2021/091)
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr David Benson-Pope):
That the Council: c) Decides that the Council include $20 million in the 10 year plan to build more community housing, being $2 million per annum over the 10 year period. Division
The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Marie Laufiso, Jim O'Malley, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (11). Against: Crs Carmen Houlahan, Mike Lord, Lee Vandervis and Andrew Whiley (4). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 11 votes to 4
Motion carried (CNL/2021/092)
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr David Benson-Pope): That the Council:
d) Notes that the decisions would be used to inform the development of a draft Dunedin City Council Community Housing Policy and Strategy.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Steve Walker):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 11:16 am and reconvened at 11:32 am.
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Moved (Cr Chris Staynes/Mayor Aaron Hawkins): That the Council:
e) Amends the 2021-2031 Revenue and Financing Policy for Community Housing to be rates revenue at 10% and other revenue at 90%.
Division
The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (10). Against: Crs Rachel Elder, Mike Lord, Jules Radich, Lee Vandervis and Andrew Whiley (5). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 10 votes to 5
Motion carried (CNL/2021/094)
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Cr Doug Hall left the meeting at 11:42 am and returned at 11:50 am. |
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Moved (Cr Rachel Elder/Cr Andrew Whiley): That the Council:
f) Notes that the Dunedin City Council would continue to explore working in partnership with other housing providers.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/095)
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Chris Staynes): That the Council:
g) Requests that a review of the Revenue and Financing Policy as it applied to Community Housing be undertaken to inform the 2022/23 Annual Plan.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/096) |
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9 Public Toilets and Changing Places - Consultation Feedback |
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A report from Property provided Council with a summary of the submissions received as part of the 10 year plan 2021-31 consultation on the topic of public toilets and the proposed 10 year programme of works for new public toilet facilities. |
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The Acting General Manager City Services (Robert West) and Group Manager Property Services (David Bainbridge-Zafar) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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Moved (Cr Rachel Elder/Cr Steve Walker): That the Council:
a) Notes the Public Toilets and Changing Places consultation feedback on the 10 Year Plan 2021-31. b) Approves the proposed programme of works for new public toilet facilities, including the Changing Places bathrooms. Motion carried (CNL/2021/097)
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Moved (Cr Jules Radich/Mayor Aaron Hawkins):
That the Council:
b) Requests that staff review the Google Maps listings for public toilets in Dunedin and update them where appropriate.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/098)
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
The meeting adjourned at 12.22 pm and reconvened at 1.00 pm.
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A report from Ara Toi summarised feedback received during the 10 Year Plan consultation on the development of a performing arts venue. The Chief Executive (Sandy Graham), General Manager (Simon Pickford) and Relationship Advisor – Arts and Culture (Cara Paterson) spoke to the report and responded to questions. |
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Moved (Cr Lee Vandervis/Cr Jules Radich): That the Council:
Accepts the gifting of the Mayfair Theatre along with the adjoining costume hire buildings and land, and slowly improve/stabilise the facility over 10 years with a $15 million budget. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Doug Hall, Mike Lord, Jules Radich and Lee Vandervis (4). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (11). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared LOST by 11 votes to 4
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Cr Mike Lord left the meeting at 2:44 pm and returned at 2:46 pm. Cr Doug Hall left the meeting at 2:50 pm and returned at 2:54 pm. |
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Steve Walker): That the Council: c) Decides that further engagement be undertaken with the performing arts community on options for the draft 2022/23 Annual Plan meeting. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (14). Against: Cr Lee Vandervis (1). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 14 votes to 1
Motion carried (CNL/2021/099) |
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Steve Walker): That the Council: b) Decides that the $17.1 million in the 10 year plan budget be retained for the future development of a mid-sized theatre.
Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (9). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Jules Radich, Lee Vandervis and Andrew Whiley (6). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 9 votes to 6
Motion carried (CNL/2021/100) |
Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
The meeting adjourned at 3.00 pm and reconvened at 3.15 pm.
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A report from the Executive Leadership Team and Enterprise Dunedin provided options regarding the continuation of Dunedin Railways Ltd (DRL) operational services for 2021/22. The Chief Financial Officer (Gavin Logie) and Manager Enterprise Dunedin (John Christie) spoke to the report and responded to questions. |
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Moved (Cr Chris Staynes/Cr Rachel Elder): That the Council: a) Notes the initial staff feedback on strategic and financial implications of retaining Dunedin Railways Ltd services in city ownership as requested by Council on 13 April 2021. b) Confirms that the Dunedin Railways Ltd operational services to include the KiwiRail national rail network and the Taieri Gorge service to Hindon for 2021/22. c) Directs DCHL fund the 2021/22 Dunedin Railways Ltd service based on the recommended option of providing a service using the national rail network and the Taieri Gorge line to Hindon. d) Notes that Council would support the Otago Central Rail Trust to seek funding for feasibility work on possible extensions to the Otago Central Rail trail between Middlemarch and Wingatui in collaboration with mana whenua and other interested parties. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (13). Against: Crs Rachel Elder and Lee Vandervis (2). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 13 votes to 2
Motion carried (CNL/2021/101)
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council: Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 3:49 pm and reconvened at 3:57 pm.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey):
That the Council:
Extend the meeting beyond six hours.
Motion carried |
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A report from the Executive Leadership Team provided an update on the work to identify the future location of the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame (NZSHF). Discussion was held on the possible Expression of Interest by Council on the future location of the NZ Sports Hall of Fame. Further discussion on the report was deferred for consideration in item 16 of the agenda - the 10 Year Plan 2021-2031 Funding Requests. |
Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting until 9.30 am on Tuesday 1 June 2021.
Motion carried
The meeting adjourned at 4.12 pm and reconvened at 9.30 am on Tuesday 1 June 2021.
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A report from Waste and Environmental Solutions provided the outcomes of public consultation on ‘kerbside rubbish and recycling collection’ from the 10 year plan 2021–31 to help inform the decision on the option to be adopted. |
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The General Manager Infrastructure and Development (Simon Drew) and Group Manager Waste and Environmental Services (Chris Henderson) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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Cr Rachel Elder entered the meeting at 9.42 am. Cr Doug Hall left the meeting at 9.56 am and returned at 10:01 am.
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Moved (Cr Jim O'Malley/Cr Steve Walker): That the Council: a) Notes the feedback received on ‘kerbside rubbish and recycling collection’ during the 10 year plan 2021–31 public consultation period. Motion carried (CNL/2021/102)
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Moved (Cr Jim O'Malley/Cr Steve Walker):
That the Council:
b) Adopts option 1, four bins plus one, as the new kerbside collection service, for inclusion in the 10 year plan 2021-31.
Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (13). Against: Crs Lee Vandervis and Andrew Whiley (2). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 13 votes to 2
Motion carried (CNL/2021/103) |
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 10.41 am and reconvened at 10.53 am. |
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Sophie Barker): That the Council:
c) Requests that staff:
i) Work with interested groups to inform the design of the resource diversion systems;
ii) Consider alternative collection options for higher density residential areas;
iii) Report back on progress to the relevant committee.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/104) |
Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Marie Laufiso):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
The meeting adjourned at 10.56 am and reconvened at 11.10 am.
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Cr Doug Hall withdrew from this item and left the meeting at 11.12 pm. |
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A report from Transport presented the feedback received on the Shaping Future Dunedin Transport (SFDT) projects from the 10 Year Plan consultation. |
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The General Manager Infrastructure & Development (Simon Drew) and Group Manager Transport (Jeanine Benson) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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Cr Mike Lord left the meeting at 11.31 am and returned at 11:34 am. Cr Lee Vandervis left the meeting at 11.40 am and returned at 11:43 am.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Steve Walker):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 12.18 pm and reconvened at 1.54 pm. |
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Moved (Cr Jim O'Malley/Cr Marie Laufiso): That the Council:
a) Notes the feedback received on ‘moving around our city’ during the 10 Year plan 2021-31 public consultation period. Motion carried (CNL/2021/105)
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Moved (Cr Jim O'Malley/Cr Marie Laufiso):
That the Council: b)(i) Approves that the Harbour Arterial Efficiency Improvements project be retained in the 10 Year Plan 2021-31. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (12). Against: Crs Carmen Houlahan and Lee Vandervis (2). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 12 votes to 2
Motion carried (CNL/2021/106)
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Moved (Cr Jim O'Malley/Cr Marie Laufiso): That the Council: b)(ii)) Approves that the Central City Parking Management project be retained in the 10 Year Plan 2021-31. Divisio Division
The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Christine Garey, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (9). Against: Crs Rachel Elder, Carmen Houlahan, Jules Radich, Lee Vandervis and Andrew Whiley (5). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 9 votes to 5
Motion carried (CNL/2021/107)
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Moved (Cr Jim O'Malley/Cr Marie Laufiso): That the Council: b)(iii)) Approves that the Princes Street Bus Priority and Corridor Safety Plan project be retained in the 10 Year Plan 2021-31. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Christine Garey, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (9). Against: Crs Rachel Elder, Carmen Houlahan, Jules Radich, Lee Vandervis and Andrew Whiley (5). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 9 votes to 5
Motion carried (CNL/2021/108)
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Moved (Cr Jim O'Malley/Cr Marie Laufiso): That the Council: b)(iv) Approves that the Central Cycle and Pedestrian improvements project be retained in the 10 Year Plan 2021-31. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (11). Against: Crs Carmen Houlahan, Jules Radich and Lee Vandervis (3). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 11 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/109)
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Moved (Cr Jim O'Malley/Cr Marie Laufiso): That the Council: b)(v)) Approves that the Park and Ride Facilities – Mosgiel and Burnside project be retained in the 10 Year Plan 2021-31. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (11). Against: Crs Jules Radich, Lee Vandervis and Andrew Whiley (3). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 11 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/110)
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Moved (Cr Jim O'Malley/Cr Marie Laufiso): That the Council: b)(vi) Approves that the Central City Bike Hubs – Parking and Facilities project be retained in the 10 Year Plan 2021-31. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (13). Against: Cr Lee Vandervis (1). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 13 votes to 1
Motion carried (CNL/2021/111)
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Cr Lee Vandervis left the meeting at 2:16 pm. |
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Moved (Cr David Benson-Pope/Cr Steve Walker): That the Council:
c) Request staff develop a work plan for the implementation of the recommendations in the MRCagney Dunedin Parking Roadmap.
d) Notes that the work plan would be reported to the 3 August 2021 meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee.
Division: The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (11). Against: Crs Carmen Houlahan and Jules Radich (2). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 11 votes to 2 Motion carried (CNL/2021/112) |
Cr Doug Hall returned to the meeting at 2.18 pm.
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A report from the Executive Leadership Team and Project Management Office updated Council on the Waterfront Bridge project on work with mana whenua and other stakeholders to review the scope of the project to ensure it met broader aspirations for the city including mana whenua cultural values. |
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The Manahautū General Manager, Māori, Partnership & Policy (Jeanette Wikaira) and Project Director, Central City Plan (Dr Glen Hazelton) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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Cr Mike Lord left the meeting at 2:30 pm and returned at 2:32 pm.
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Moved (Cr David Benson-Pope/Cr Marie Laufiso): That the Council:
a) Notes the Waterfront Bridge update report and the next steps for this project. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (12). Against: Crs Carmen Houlahan and Jules Radich (2). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 12 votes to 2
Motion carried (CNL/2021/113)
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Rachel Elder):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting until 9:00 am on Wednesday 2 June 2021.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 2.54 pm and reconvened on Wednesday, 2 June 2021 at 9.00 am.
There were technical issues with access of the submissions.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting until the elected members were able to access the submissions data base.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 9:01 am and recommenced at 9:07 am. |
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Item 13 – NZ Sports Hall of Fame. The Chief Executive (Sandy Graham) advised that this item had been formally withdrawn from the agenda pursuant to Section 9.9 of Council Standing Orders. |
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A report from Community and Planning summarised the community engagement process and feedback received on the draft 10 year plan 2021-31. |
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The Acting General Manager City Services (Robert West) and Corporate Policy Manager (Suzie Ballantyne) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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The Chief Executive (Sandy Graham) confirmed that a review of the community engagement process undertaken would be reported back to Council.
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Doug Hall left the meeting at 9:40 am and returned at 9:44 am.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Chris Staynes):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 9:44 am and reconvened at 9:45 am.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council:
Notes the feedback received from the community through the 10 year plan community engagement process. Motion carried (CNL/2021/114) |
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A report from Corporate Policy summarised the funding requests received from submitters during the community feedback period on the 10 year plan 2021-31. |
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The Chief Executive Officer (Sandy Graham) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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Moved(Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 10:45 am and reconvened at 10:57 am. |
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City Services Grants
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Moved (Cr Christine Garey/Cr Chris Staynes): That the Council:
Increases the budget allocation for City Service Grants by $40,000 to a total of $448,100 in Year 1, thereafter inflation adjusted annually in Years 2 to 10 in the 10 year plan 2021-2031.
Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (12). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, Jim O'Malley and Lee Vandervis (3). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 12 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/115) |
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Sports Hub Facility |
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Moved (Cr Andrew Whiley/Cr David Benson-Pope): That the Council:
Requests staff work with Sport Otago, Otago Polytechnic, Tennis Otago and other stakeholders on options for a sports hub facility at Logan Park and report back in time for the 2022/23 Annual Plan.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/116)
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Taskforce Green |
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Moved (Cr Jules Radich/Mayor Aaron Hawkins): That the Council:
Request a report on Taskforce Green and options for possible additional support in time for the Annual Plan 2022/23.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/117)
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Moved Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting until 1:00pm.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 11:55 am and resumed at 1:00 pm. Cr Andrew Whiley left the meeting at 1.12 pm.
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Tomahawk Smaills Beachcare Trust |
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Moved (Cr Steve Walker/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council:
a) Increase the payment to the Tomahawk Smaills Beachcare Trust from $6,500 per annum to $13,000 per annum for years 1-3 of the 10 year plan.
Division
The Council voted by division:
For: Crs David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (12). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, Jim O'Malley and Lee Vandervis (3). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 11 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/118)
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Moved (Cr Steve Walker/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council:
b) Request that staff work with the Tomahawk Smaills Beachcare Trust to review the service level agreement in time for the 10 year plan 2024/34.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/119)
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Sport Otago and Dunedin Gymnastics Academy
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Moved (Cr Carmen Houlahan/Cr Rachel Elder): That the Council:
Requests staff work with Sport Otago and Dunedin Gymnastics Academy and gym clubs to investigate options to find suitable facilities for their activities in the Sports Facilities Review Report.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/120)
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Cr Andrew Whiley returned to the meeting at 1:55 pm.
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Place-Based Funding Pool
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Moved (Cr Steve Walker/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council:
Increases the current Place-Based funding pool from $300,000 per annum to $550,000 per annum by year 2026/27 noting:
i) This would be undertaken as a one-off $100,000 increase in year 2021/22 followed by five $30,000 increases each year from 2022/23 – 2026/27.
ii) That the funding pool would remain at $550,000 per annum from year 2026/27 until the end of the 10 year plan in 2030/31.
Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Mike Lord, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (12). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, Jim O'Malley and Lee Vandervis (3). Withdrawn: Cr Marie Laufiso
The division was declared CARRIED by 11 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/121)
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Moved(Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
The meeting adjourned at 2.12 pm and reconvened at 2.14 pm.
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Moved(Cr Christine Garey/Cr Marie Laufiso):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 2:14 pm. and reconvened at 2:16 pm. Cr Sophie Barker left the meeting at 2:19 pm.
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Middlemarch Swimming Club
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Moved (Cr Mike Lord/Cr Doug Hall): That the Council:
Provides an additional $5,000 annual grant to increase the Middlemarch Swimming Club grant to $15,000 per annum for the 10 year plan 2021-31.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/122)
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Cr Sophie Barker returned to the meeting at 2:24 pm.
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Dunedin Amenities Society
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Moved (Cr Andrew Whiley/Cr Marie Laufiso): That the Council:
Supports $50,000 funding for the redevelopment of “Kaituna” on the corner of Maori Road and Serpentine Avenue.
Motion lost
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Moved(Cr Andrew Whiley/Cr Steve Walker):
That the Council:
Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 2:36 pm and reconvened at 2:55 pm.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Andrew Whiley): That the Council: Refers the Dunedin Amenities Society submission on the redevelopment of “Kaituna” on the corner of Maori Road and Serpentine Avenue to the Maori Participation Working Party for its consideration.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/123) |
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Archives & Recovery Association of New Zealand
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Mayor Aaron Hawkins withdrew from this item and left the meeting at 3.00 pm and Cr Christine Garey assumed the Chair. Cr Chris Staynes withdrew from this item.
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Moved (Cr Carmen Houlahan/Cr Sophie Barker): That the Council:
Notes that staff would continue to work with Archives & Recovery Association of New Zealand (ARANZ) and other stakeholders to accommodate the city archives.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/124)
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Mayor Aaron Hawkins returned to the meeting at 3.12 pm and resumed the Chair.
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Otago Cricket
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Moved (Cr Andrew Whiley/Cr Rachel Elder): That the Council: Notes that staff would continue to work with Otago Cricket to investigate a permanent greenhouse that supported covered outdoor training pitches for year round use, and would provide a report on options to Council by December 2021.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/125)
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Port Chalmers Foundry Trust
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Moved (Cr Jim O'Malley/Cr Steve Walker):
That the Council: Requests that staff continue to work with the Port Chalmers Foundry Trust and other stakeholders on developing options for making the Sims Building safe and report back to Council in time for the 2022/23 Annual Plan.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/126)
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The meeting adjourned at 3:51 pm and reconvened at 9:00 am on Thursday 3 June 2021.
Cr Mike Lord was absent from the meeting.
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Live Music
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Steve Walker): That the Council: a) Includes $10,000 to facilitate the creation of a Live Music Action Plan with interested parties in year one of the 10 year plan.
b) Notes that the report would be presented to the Community and Culture Committee by December 2021. Division: The Council voted by division:
For: Crs David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (11). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, Jim O'Malley and Lee Vandervis (3). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 11 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/128)
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Wildlife Hospital
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Cr Steve Walker withdrew from the item and left the meeting at 9.31 am.
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Moved (Cr Christine Garey/Cr Andrew Whiley): That the Council:
Includes a grant of $75,000 per annum for the Wildlife Hospital in the 10 year plan 2021-2031 in years 1-3.
Division: The Council voted by division:
For: Crs David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (10). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, Jim O'Malley and Lee Vandervis (3). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 10 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/129) |
Cr Steve Walker returned to the meeting at 10.02 am.
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Destination Playground
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr David Benson-Pope): That the Council: a) Supports, in principle, the development of a new destination playground; and
b) Requests an options report in time for consideration as part of the Draft Annual Plan 2022-2023.
Motion carried (CNL/2021/130) with Cr Andrew Whiley recording his vote against |
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council: Adjourns the meeting. Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 10.25 am and reconvened at 10.54 am.
Cr Mike Lord entered the meeting at 10.55 am. Cr Doug Hall left the meeting at 10:56 am.
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Dunedin North Intermediate Pool
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Cr Carmen Houlahan withdrew from this item.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Marie Laufiso): That the Council:
a) Includes a grant budget of $187,500 in year one of the ten year plan to contribute towards the total cost of replacing the external structure of the swimming pool situated at the Dunedin North Intermediate.
b) Notes that any grant paid would be the lesser of $187,500 or 37.5% of the actual cost and was conditional on Dunedin North Intermediate securing the remaining funding required to replace the external structure by June 2022. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (9). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, Jim O'Malley, Jules Radich and Lee Vandervis (4). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 9 votes to 4
Motion carried (CNL/2021/131)
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Maori and Pasifika Innovation Fund
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Moved (Cr Carmen Houlahan/Cr Marie Laufiso): That the Council:
d) Provide $90,000 funding annually to provide ongoing Maori and Pasifika Innovation Funds.
b) Requests that staff approach the Otago Community Trust to partner with Council to match the funding for the Maori and Pasifika Innovation funds.
Division The Council voted by division: For: Crs David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (11). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, Jim O'Malley and Lee Vandervis (3). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 11 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/132)
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Steve Walker): That the Council: Adjourns the meeting.
Motion carried
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The meeting adjourned at 12.00 pm and reconvened at 1.01 pm. Cr Andrew Whiley entered the meeting at 1.04 pm.
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Maori Development Fund |
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Cr Marie Laufiso withdrew from this item. |
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Moved (Cr Carmen Houlahan/Mayor Aaron Hawkins): That the Council: a) Includes an annual amount of $75,000 for a Maori Development fund to support local marae. b) Notes that before any allocation was made from the fund, appropriate consultation with marae representatives would take place. Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Carmen Houlahan, Mike Lord, Jules Radich, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (10). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, Jim O'Malley and Lee Vandervis (3). The division was declared CARRIED by 10 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/133)
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Otago Museum |
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Mayor Aaron Hawkins withdrew from this item and left the meeting at 1.28 pm and Cr Christine Garey assumed the Chair. Cr Chris Staynes withdrew from this item and left the meeting at 1.28 pm..
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Moved (Cr Steve Walker/Cr Rachel Elder): That the Council: Includes a grant of $175,000 in year two of the 10 year plan to contribute towards the Otago Museum's seismic survey of its campus.
Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Carmen Houlahan, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jules Radich, Steve Walker and Andrew Whiley (9). Against: Crs Sophie Barker, Jim O'Malley and Lee Vandervis (3) Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 9 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/134) |
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Mayor Aaron Hawkins and Cr Chris Staynes returned to the meeting at 1:50 pm and Mayor Aaron Hawkins resumed the Chair. |
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17 10 year plan 2021-31 - Requests for New Amenities and Projects |
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A report from Policy summarised requests received from submitters for new amenities and projects, that were received during the community feedback period on the 10 year plan 2021-31. |
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The Chief Executive Officer (Sandy Graham) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council:
Notes the requests received for new amenities and projects for inclusion in the 10 year plan 2021-31
Motion carried (CNL/2021/135) |
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A report from Finance presented a schedule of fees and charges for the 2021/22 financial year for adoption. |
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The Chief Financial Officer (Gavin Logie) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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Moved (Cr Lee Vandervis/Cr David Benson-Pope): That the Council:
Adopts the attached schedule of fees and charges for 2021/22. Motion carried (CNL/2021/136) |
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Cr Christine Garey withdrew from this item. |
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A report from Finance presented the final 2021 Development Contributions Policy (the Policy) for adoption. |
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The Chief Executive Officer (Sandy Graham) and Chief Financial Officer (Gavin Logie) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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Moved (Cr Lee Vandervis/Cr Chris Staynes): That the Council:
Adopts the Development Contributions Policy for inclusion in the final 10 year plan 2021-2031. Motion carried (CNL/2021/137) |
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A report from Corporate Policy presented the final Rates Remission and Postponement Policy to the Council for adoption. |
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The Chief Executive Officer (Gavin Logie) spoke to the report and responded to questions.
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Moved (Cr Mike Lord/Cr Chris Staynes): That the Council:
Adopts the Rates Remission and Postponement Policy. Motion carried (CNL/2021/138) |
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21 Completion of 10 Year Plan 2021-31 deliberations and decision-making |
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A report from Corporate Policy contained the recommendations to be taken at the completion of Council consideration of feedback and final decision-making on the budgets for the 10 year plan 2021-31. The Mayor and Councillors thanked staff for their work and the community for both their feedback and attending the hearings. |
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Cr Doug Hall returned to the meeting at 2:51 pm. |
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council:
a) Approves staff comments for feedback topics as shown in the consultation database for the purposes of: i) providing feedback on 10 year plan 2021-31 engagement and decision-making to the community; ii) inclusion in the 10 year plan 2021-31 as appropriate; and iii) further follow-up or action by staff, if required. Motion carried (CNL/2021/139)
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Moved (Mayor Aaron Hawkins/Cr Christine Garey): That the Council:
b) Approves the changes to draft budgets resolved at this meeting for inclusion in the 10 year plan 2021-31, for adoption by the Council on 30 June 2021.
Division The Council voted by division:
For: Crs Sophie Barker, David Benson-Pope, Rachel Elder, Christine Garey, Doug Hall, Marie Laufiso, Mike Lord, Jim O'Malley, Chris Staynes, Steve Walker, Andrew Whiley and Mayor Aaron Hawkins (12). Against: Crs Carmen Houlahan, Jules Radich and Lee Vandervis (3). Abstained: Nil
The division was declared CARRIED by 12 votes to 3
Motion carried (CNL/2021/140) |
The meeting concluded at 3.05 pm.
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MAYOR