Te Kaunihera o Tai Tokerau ki te Raki
AGENDA
Te Hiku Community Board Meeting
Tuesday, 29 August 2023
Time: |
10:00 am |
Location: |
Conference Room - Te Ahu Cnr State Highway 1 and Mathews Avenue Kaitaia |
Membership:
Chairperson Adele Gardner
Deputy Chairperson John Stewart
Member Felicity Foy - Councillor
Member Darren Axe
Member Sheryl Bainbridge
Member William (Bill) Subritzky
Member Rachel Baucke
Te Hiku Community Board Meeting Agenda |
29 August 2023 |
The Local Government Act 2002 states the role of a Community Board is to:
A. Represent, and act as an advocate for, the interests of its community.
B. Consider and report on all matters referred to it by the territorial authority, or any matter of interest or concern to the community board.
C. Maintain an overview of services provided by the territorial authority within the community.
D. Prepare an annual submission to the territorial authority for expenditure within the community.
E. Communicate with community organisations and special interest groups within the community.
F. Undertake any other responsibilities that are delegated to it by the territorial authority
Council Delegations to Community Boards - January 2013
The "civic amenities" referred to in these delegations include the following Council activities:
· Amenity lighting
· Cemeteries
· Drainage (does not include reticulated storm water systems)
· Footpaths/cycle ways and walkways.
· Public toilets
· Reserves
· Halls
· Swimming pools
· Town litter
· Town beautification and maintenance
· Street furniture including public information signage.
· Street/public Art.
· Trees on Council land
· Off road public car parks.
· Lindvart Park – a Kaikohe-Hokianga Community Board civic amenity.
Exclusions: From time to time Council may consider some activities and assets as having district wide significance and these will remain the responsibility of Council. These currently include: The roading network, Hundertwasser toilets, District Library Network, Baysport, the Kerikeri, Kaikohe & Kaitaia Airports, Hokianga Vehicle Ferry, i-Site network, Far North Community Centre, Kerikeri Domain, Kawakawa Heated Swimming Pool, Kaikohe Cemetery, Kerikeri Sports Complex, The Centre at Kerikeri, the Bay of Islands/Hokianga Cycle Trail.
Set local priorities for minor capital works in accordance with existing strategies,
1. Recommend local service levels and asset development priorities for civic amenities as part of the Annual Plan and Long Term Plan processes.
2. Reallocate capital budgets within the Annual Plan of up to 5% for any specific civic amenity, provided that the overall activity budgetary targets are met.
3. Make grants from the allocated Community Funds in accordance with policy 3209, and the SPARC/Sport Northland Rural Travel fund in accordance with the criteria set by the respective body, and, for the Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Community Board, the power to allocate the Hundertwasser Donations Account.
4. Provide comment to council staff on resource consent applications having significance within the Community, including the provision of land for reserves or other public purposes.
5. To hold, or participate in hearings, as the Council considers appropriate, in relation to submissions pertinent to their community made to plans and strategies including the Long Term Plan and Annual Plan, and if appropriate recommend decisions to the Council.
6. To hold hearings of submissions received as a result of Special Consultative Procedures carried out in respect of any matter other than an Annual or Long Term Plan, and make recommendations to the Council.
7. Where recommended by staff to appoint management committees for local reserves, cemeteries, halls, and community centers.
8. To allocate names for previously unnamed local roads, reserves and other community facilities, and recommend to Council name changes of previously named roads, reserves, and community facilities subject to consultation with the community.
9. To consider the provisions of new and reviewed reserve management plans for recommendation to the Council in accordance with the Reserves Act 1977, and hear or participate in the hearing of submissions thereto, as considered appropriate by the Council.
10. To provide recommendations to the Council in respect of applications for the use and/or lease of reserves not contemplated by an existing reserve management plan.
11. Prohibit the use of skateboards in specified locations within their communities, in accordance with Council’s Skating Bylaw 1998.
12. Recommend new bylaws or amendments to existing bylaws.
13. Prepare and review management plans for local cemeteries within budget parameters and in a manner consistent with Council Policy.
14. Exercise the following powers in respect of the Council bylaws within their community:
a) Control of Use of Public Spaces – Dispensations on signs
b) Mobile Shops and Hawkers – Recommend places where mobile shops and/or hawkers should not be permitted.
c) Parking and Traffic Control – Recommend parking restrictions, and areas where complying camping vehicles may park, and consider and grant dispensations in accordance with clause 2007.2
d) Public Places Liquor Control – Recommend times and places where the possession or drinking of alcohol should be prohibited.
e) Speed Limits – Recommend places and speed limits which should be imposed.
15. To appoint Community Board members to speak on behalf of their community in respect of submissions or petitions.
16. Specific to the Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Community Board – consider any recommendations of the Paihia Heritage Working Group and make appropriate recommendations to Council on the development of a draft Plan Change and a Section 32 analysis on heritage provisions for Paihia.
17. Specific to Te Hiku Community Board – the Kaitaia Drainage Area Committee, Waiharara and Kaikino Drainage Area Committee and Motutangi Drainage Area Committee.
18. To set schedule of meeting dates, times and venues, subject to the meetings not conflicting with meetings of the Council and satisfying the provisions of the Local Government Official information and Meetings Act 1987.
19. To review all proposed public art projects on a project-by project basis to ensure they comply with policy #5105 Art in Public Places, including approval of the aesthetic appearance, maintenance programme, insurance and appropriate location, and to agree to their installation.
20. In respect of applications from food establishments for permission to establish tables and chairs on a public place, i.e. Alfresco dining in accordance with Policy 3116, to consider and decide on any application which does not meet all criteria of the policy, and any application which staff recommend to be declined.
21. Subject to a report from the appropriate managers and the appropriate budgetary provision, to make decisions in respect of civic amenities including the levels of service, and the provision or removal of an amenity not provided for elsewhere in these delegations.
Terms of Reference
In fulfilling its role and giving effect to its delegations, Community Boards are expected to:
1. Comment on adverse performance to the Chief Executive in respect of service delivery.
2. Assist their communities in the development of structure plans, emergency management community response plans, and community development plans.
3. Assist their communities to set priorities for Pride of Place programmes.
4. Have special regard for the views of Māori.
5. Have special regard for the views of special interest groups, e.g. disabled, youth, aged, etc.
6. Actively participate in community consultation and advocacy and keep Council informed on local issues.
7. Seek and report to Council community feedback on current issues by:
a) Holding a Community forum prior to Board meetings
b) Varying the venues of Board meetings to enable access by members of the community
8. Monitor and make recommendations to Council to improve effectiveness of policy.
9. Appoint a member to receive Annual Plan\Long Term Council Community Plan submissions pertinent to the Board area, attend hearings within the Board area, and attend Council deliberations prior to the Plan adoption.
Protocols
In supporting Community Boards to fulfil their role, the Council will:
1. Provide appropriate management support for the Boards.
2. Organise and host regular workshops with the Community Boards l to assess the 'State of the Wards & District' to establish spending priorities.
3. Prior to decision-making, seek and include 'Community Board views' in Council reports in relation to:
a) the disposal and purchase of land
b) proposals to acquire or dispose of reserves
c) representation reviews
d) development of new maritime facilities
e) community development plans and structure plans
f) removal and protection of trees
g) local economic development initiatives
h) changes to the Resource Management Plan
4. Organise and host quarterly meetings between Boards, the CEO and senior management staff.
5. Prepare an induction/familiarisation process targeting new members in particular early in the term.
6. Support Board members to arrange meetings with local agencies and service clubs to place more emphasis on partnerships and raising profile of the Boards as community leaders.
7. Permit Board chairperson (or nominated member) speaking rights at Council meetings.
8. Help Boards to implement local community projects.
9. Arrange for Infrastructure and Asset Management Staff to meet with the Community Boards in September each year to agree the capital works for the forthcoming year for input into the Annual or Long Term Plan.
10. Provide information.
Far North District Council
Te Hiku Community Board Meeting
will be held in the Conference Room - Te Ahu, Cnr State Highway 1 and Mathews Avenue, Kaitaia on:
Tuesday 29 August 2023 at 10:00 am
Te Paeroa Mahi / Order of Business
1 Karakia Timatanga / Opening Prayer
2 Ngā Whakapāha Me Ngā Pānga Mema / Apologies and Conflicts of Interest
3 Te Wāhanga Tūmatanui / Public Forum
4 Ngā Tono Kōrero / Deputation
6 Te Whakaaetanga o Ngā Meneti o Mua / Confirmation of Previous Minutes
6.1 Confirmation of Previous Minutes
7.3 Te Hiku Statement of Community Board Fund Account as at 31 July 2023
8 Ngā Pūrongo Taipitopito / Information Reports
8.1 Te Hiku Community Board Action Sheet Update August 2023
8.2 Chairperson and Member Reports
9 Karakia Whakamutunga / Closing Prayer
10 Te Kapinga Hui / Meeting Close
2 Ngā Whakapāha Me Ngā Pānga Mema / Apologies and Conflicts of Interest
Members need to stand aside from decision-making when a conflict arises between their role as a Member of the Community Board and any private or other external interest they might have. This note is provided as a reminder to Members to review the matters on the agenda and assess and identify where they may have a pecuniary or other conflict of interest, or where there may be a perception of a conflict of interest.
If a Member feels they do have a conflict of interest, they should publicly declare that at the start of the meeting or of the relevant item of business and refrain from participating in the discussion or voting on that item. If a Member thinks they may have a conflict of interest, they can seek advice from the Chief Executive Officer or the Manager - Democracy Services (preferably before the meeting).
It is noted that while members can seek advice the final decision as to whether a conflict exists rests with the member.
3 Te Wāhanga Tūmatanui / Public Forum
4 Ngā Tono Kōrero / Deputation
No requests for deputations were received at the time of the Agenda going to print.
5 Ngā Kaikōrero / Speakers
To be confirmed prior to the formal meeting.
29 August 2023 |
6 Te Whakaaetanga o Ngā Meneti o Mua / Confirmation of Previous Minutes
6.1 Confirmation of Previous Minutes
File Number: A4334682
Author: Marlema Baker, Democracy Advisor
Authoriser: Casey Gannon, Manager - Democracy Services (Acting)
Take Pūrongo / Purpose of the Report
The minutes are attached to allow Te Hiku Community Board to confirm that the minutes are a true and correct record of the previous meetings.
That Te Hiku Community Board confirms the minutes of the meeting held 1 August 2023, to be a true and correct record. |
1) TĀhuhu kŌrero / Background
Local Government Act 2002 Schedule 7 Section 28 states that a local authority must keep minutes of its proceedings. The minutes of these proceedings duly entered and authenticated as prescribed by a local authority are prima facie evidence of those meetings.
2) matapaki me NgĀ KŌwhiringa / Discussion and Options
The minutes of the meetings are attached.
The Te Hiku Community Board Standing Orders Section 27.3 states that no discussion may arise on the substance of the minutes at any succeeding meeting, except as to their correctness”.
Take Tūtohunga / Reason for the recommendation
The reason for the recommendation is to confirm the minutes as a true and correct record of the previous meetings.
3) PĀnga PŪtea me ngĀ wĀhanga tahua / Financial Implications and Budgetary Provision
There are no financial implications or the need for budgetary provision.
1. 2023-08-01
Te Hiku Community Board Minutes - A4316999 ⇩
Hōtaka Take Ōkawa / Compliance Schedule:
Full consideration has been given to the provisions of the Local Government Act 2002 S77 in relation to decision making, in particular:
1. A Local authority must, in the course of the decision-making process,
a) Seek to identify all reasonably practicable options for the achievement of the objective of a decision; and
b) Assess the options in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and
c) If any of the options identified under paragraph (a) involves a significant decision in relation to land or a body of water, take into account the relationship of Māori and their culture and traditions with their ancestral land, water sites, waahi tapu, valued flora and fauna and other taonga.
2. This section is subject to Section 79 - Compliance with procedures in relation to decisions.
He Take Ōkawa / Compliance Requirement |
Aromatawai Kaimahi / Staff Assessment |
State the level of significance (high or low) of the issue or proposal as determined by the Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy |
This is a matter of low significance. |
State the relevant Council policies (external or internal), legislation, and/or community outcomes (as stated in the LTP) that relate to this decision. |
This report complies with the Local Government Act 2002 Schedule 7 Section 28. |
State whether this issue or proposal has a District wide relevance and, if not, the ways in which the appropriate Community Board’s views have been sought. |
It is the responsibility of each meeting to confirm their minutes therefore the views of another meeting are not relevant. |
State the possible implications for Māori and how Māori have been provided with an opportunity to contribute to decision making if this decision is significant and relates to land and/or any body of water. State the possible implications and how this report aligns with Te Tiriti o Waitangi / The Treaty of Waitangi. |
There are no implications on Māori in confirming minutes from a previous meeting. Any implications on Māori arising from matters included in meeting minutes should be considered as part of the relevant report. |
Identify persons likely to be affected by or have an interest in the matter, and how you have given consideration to their views or preferences (for example – youth, the aged and those with disabilities). |
This report is asking for the minutes to be confirmed as true and correct record, any interests that affect other people should be considered as part of the individual reports. |
State the financial implications and where budgetary provisions have been made to support this decision. |
There are no financial implications or the need for budgetary provision arising from this report. |
Chief Financial Officer review. |
The Chief Financial Officer has not reviewed this report.
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29 August 2023 |
File Number: A4330380
Author: Kathryn Trewin, Funding Advisor
Authoriser: Scott May, Manager - Stakeholder Relationships
Take Pūrongo / Purpose of the Report
This report summarises applications for the Local Community Grant funding to enable the Te Hiku Community Board to determine which application/s will receive funding at the July 2023 meeting.
WhakarĀpopoto matua / Executive Summary
· Four applications were received for funding, requesting a total of $48,577
· The Community Board has an available total of $144,283.56 in Community Grant Funding for the 2023/24 financial year.
· The Community Board has an available total of $102,790.39 in Placemaking Funding for the 2023/24 financial year.
That Te Hiku Community Board a) approves the sum $8,530 (plus GST if application) to be paid from the Board’s Placemaking Fund account to Ahipara Aroha for CCTV installation in Ahipara, to support the following Community Outcomes: i) Proud, vibrant communities. ii) Communities that are healthy, safe, connected and sustainable.
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tŪtohunga / Recommendation That Te Hiku Community Board b) approves the sum $1,250 (plus GST if application) to be paid from the Board’s Community Fund account to Dementia Northland for running a whanau and Carer workshop to support the following Community Outcomes: i) Proud, vibrant communities. ii) Communities that are healthy, safe, connected and sustainable. iii) |
tŪtohunga / Recommendation That Te Hiku Community Board c) approves the sum $2,830 (plus GST if application) to be paid from the Board’s Community Fund account to Oruaiti School for installation of signage on a mountain biking trail, to support the following Community Outcomes: i) Proud, vibrant communities. ii) Communities that are healthy, safe, connected and sustainable.
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tŪtohunga / Recommendation That Te Hiku Community Board d) approves the sum $20,000 (plus GST if application) to be paid from the Board’s Placemaking Fund account to Potahi Marae for installation of a playground available for use by the public, to support the following Community Outcomes: i) Proud, vibrant communities. ii) Communities that are healthy, safe, connected and sustainable.
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1) TĀhuhu kŌrero / Background
The applications have been checked by staff for completeness and complies with the conditions of the Community Grant Policy, Community Outcomes as stated in the Long-Term Plan (LTP) and all provisions listed on the application form.
2) matapaki me NgĀ KŌwhiringa / Discussion and Options
Applicant and Project |
Requested |
Recommend |
Comments |
Type |
Ahipara Aroha – CCTV |
$8530 |
$8530 |
This is for the installation of CCTV network into Ahipara, linking with the existing network in Kaitaia, which as previously been supported by the Board. |
Infrastructure |
Dementia Northland, Carer Workshop |
$1250 |
$1250 |
Dementia Northland is planning on undertaking a workshop for whanau and carers of those with dementia, an area they have identified as needed by the community. |
Event |
Oruaiti School |
$2830 |
$2830 |
The safe mountain biking trail is being created by the Oruaiti school for use of the students and wider community. The students have identified the necessity for signage for the trail and are asking for help with these costs. |
Infrastructure |
Potahi Marae |
$35,967 |
$20,000 |
The marae is asking for help with the installation of playground for the local community, which would be available for the general public to use, although it would be located on marae property. |
Infrastructure |
Take Tūtohunga / Reason for the recommendation
The applicant/s is required to complete a standard application form and provide supporting information.
For each application, the Board has three options.
Option 1 Authorise funding for the full amount requested
Option 2 Authorise partial funding
Option 3 Decline funding
Each application has been assessed and meets the criteria of the Community Grant Policy, Community Outcomes as listed in the LTP, and the conditions listed on the application form.
3) PĀnga PŪtea me ngĀ wĀhanga tahua / Financial Implications and Budgetary Provision
Budgetary Provision has been made and the grant is allocated in accordance with the Community Grant Policy.
1. Ahipara
Aroha - A4339529 ⇩
2. Dementia
Northland - A4339533 ⇩
3. Oruaiti
Primary School - A4339535 ⇩
4. Potahi
Marae - A4339528 ⇩
Hōtaka Take Ōkawa / Compliance Schedule:
Full consideration has been given to the provisions of the Local Government Act 2002 S77 in relation to decision making, in particular:
1. A Local authority must, in the course of the decision-making process,
a) Seek to identify all reasonably practicable options for the achievement of the objective of a decision; and
b) Assess the options in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and
c) If any of the options identified under paragraph (a) involves a significant decision in relation to land or a body of water, take into account the relationship of Māori and their culture and traditions with their ancestral land, water sites, waahi tapu, valued flora and fauna and other taonga.
2. This section is subject to Section 79 - Compliance with procedures in relation to decisions.
He Take Ōkawa / Compliance Requirement |
Aromatawai Kaimahi / Staff Assessment |
State the level of significance (high or low) of the issue or proposal as determined by the Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy |
This is a matter of low significance. |
State the relevant Council policies (external or internal), legislation, and/or community outcomes (as stated in the LTP) that relate to this decision. |
Community Grant Policy. |
State whether this issue or proposal has a District wide relevance and, if not, the ways in which the appropriate Community Board’s views have been sought. |
This report does not have district-wide relevance. |
State the possible implications for Māori and how Māori have been provided with an opportunity to contribute to decision making if this decision is significant and relates to land and/or any body of water. State the possible implications and how this report aligns with Te Tiriti o Waitangi / The Treaty of Waitangi. |
No implications for Māori in relation to land and/or water. |
Identify persons likely to be affected by or have an interest in the matter, and how you have given consideration to their views or preferences (for example – youth, the aged and those with disabilities). |
Considered in the application. |
State the financial implications and where budgetary provisions have been made to support this decision. |
Budgetary Provision has been made and the grant is allocated in accordance with the Community Grant Policy. |
Chief Financial Officer review. |
The Chief Financial Officer has not reviewed this report. |
29 August 2023 |
File Number: A4337808
Author: Kathryn Trewin, Funding Advisor
Authoriser: Scott May, Manager - Stakeholder Relationships
Take Pūrongo / Purpose of the Report
Recipients of funds from the Community Board’s Local Grant Fund must complete and submit a project report no later than two months after the completion of their project.
That Te Hiku Community Board note the project reports received from: a) Coopers Beach Bowling Club b) Wonderland Glow Show |
1) TĀhuhu kŌrero / Background
Clause 15 of the Community Grant Policy states that: “At the completion of a project that received community funding, recipients are required to complete a Project Report. These reports must be received no later than two months after the completion of the project, or, if the activity is ongoing, within two months of the funding being spent. Recipients who do not complete this form are ineligible for Council funding for a period of five years.”
2) matapaki me NgĀ KŌwhiringa / Discussion and Options
Copies of the project reports are attached for the Board’s information. Should Board members have concerns or issues with these reports, these should be discussed at this part of the meeting.
Take Tūtohunga / Reason for the recommendation
To receive the project reports from funding applicants in accordance with the Community Grant Policy.
3) PĀnga PŪtea me ngĀ wĀhanga tahua / Financial Implications and Budgetary Provision
There are no financial implications or budgetary requirements.
1. Coopers
Beach Bowling Club - A4339530 ⇩
2. Wonderland
Glow Show - A4339531 ⇩
Hōtaka Take Ōkawa / Compliance Schedule:
Full consideration has been given to the provisions of the Local Government Act 2002 S77 in relation to decision making, in particular:
1. A Local authority must, in the course of the decision-making process,
a) Seek to identify all reasonably practicable options for the achievement of the objective of a decision; and
b) Assess the options in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and
c) If any of the options identified under paragraph (a) involves a significant decision in relation to land or a body of water, take into account the relationship of Māori and their culture and traditions with their ancestral land, water sites, waahi tapu, valued flora and fauna and other taonga.
2. This section is subject to Section 79 - Compliance with procedures in relation to decisions.
He Take Ōkawa / Compliance Requirement |
Aromatawai Kaimahi / Staff Assessment |
State the level of significance (high or low) of the issue or proposal as determined by the Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy |
This is a matter of low significance. |
State the relevant Council policies (external or internal), legislation, and/or community outcomes (as stated in the LTP) that relate to this decision. |
Community Grant Policy. |
State whether this issue or proposal has a District wide relevance and, if not, the ways in which the appropriate Community Board’s views have been sought. |
It is the responsibility of each Community Board to confirm the funding that they allocated has been spent correctly. |
State the possible implications for Māori and how Māori have been provided with an opportunity to contribute to decision making if this decision is significant and relates to land and/or any body of water. |
There are no implications on Māori in confirming the project reports. Any implications on Māori arising from matters included in project reports should be considered as part of the relevant report. |
Identify persons likely to be affected by or have an interest in the matter, and how you have given consideration to their views or preferences (for example – youth, the aged and those with disabilities). |
This report is asking for the project reports to be approved, any interests that affect other people should be considered as part of the individual reports. |
State the financial implications and where budgetary provisions have been made to support this decision. |
There are no financial implications or the need for budgetary provision. |
Chief Financial Officer review. |
The Chief Financial Officer has not reviewed this report.
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29 August 2023 |
7.3 Te Hiku Statement of Community Board Fund Account as at 31 July 2023
File Number: A4347171
Author: Segun Rotimi, Accounting Support Officer
Authoriser: Jonathan Slavich, Chief Financial Officer
TAKE PŪRONGO / Purpose of the Report
The Community Fund account provides information on financial matters relating to the Te Hiku Community Board’s Community Fund which is allocated in accordance with the Community Grant Fund Policy.
That the Te Hiku Community Board receive the report Te Hiku Statement of Community Board Fund Account as at 31 July 2023.
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tĀHUHU KŌRERO / Background
The statement is attached for the Board’s information and to provide sufficient information to enable the Board to allocate funds in accordance with the funds available. In accordance with the Community Grant Policy, section 10, “applications in excess of $3,000 may require the applicant to attend a Board meeting, subject to the Chairperson’s discretion”.
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Community Board |
Placemaking Fund |
Community Fund Account balance as at 01 July 2022 |
$141,710.00 |
$100,000.00 |
· Plus, unused funds from 2022-2023 |
$43,131.56 |
$38,539.39 |
· Less funds granted and uplifted to 31 July 2023 |
$34,825.00 |
$5,000.00 |
· Less funds not uplifted from previous community meetings (committed to projects) |
- |
$2,000.00 |
Community Fund Account balance as at 31 July 2023 |
$150,016.56 |
$131,539.39 |
MATAPAKI ME NGĀ KŌWHIRINGA / Discussion and Next Steps
Board members will consider the applications on the agenda and decide on what level of funding to allocate. The balance as at 31 July 2023 in the Community Fund account is $150,016.56 and the balance in the Placemaking Fund account is $131539.39.
Recent amendments to the Community Grant Fund Policy allow the Community Board to allocate, by resolution, funding directly to key projects identified in their strategic plan to the maximum amount of $20,000 in any financial year.
PĀNGA PŪTEA ME NGĀ WĀHANGA TAHUA / Financial Implications and Budgetary Provision
The Far North District Council has delegated the allocation of relevant community board funds to the Te Hiku Community Board. The statement of the Community Fund account as at 31 July 2023 is attached.
1. Statement
of Te Hiku Community Fund Account as at 31 July 2023 - A4347027 ⇩
29 August 2023 |
8 Ngā Pūrongo Taipitopito / Information Reports
8.1 Te Hiku Community Board Action Sheet Update August 2023
File Number: A4342194
Author: Marlema Baker, Democracy Advisor
Authoriser: Casey Gannon, Manager - Democracy Services (Acting)
TAKE PŪRONGO / Purpose of the Report
To provide Te Hiku Community Board with an overview of outstanding actions from decisions dated from 1 January 2020.
WHAKARĀPOPOTO MATUA / Executive SummarY
· Action sheets are a mechanism to communicate progress against decisions/resolutions.
· Action sheets are also in place for all formal elected member meetings.
That Te Hiku Community Board receive the report Te Hiku Community Board Action Sheet August 2023. |
tĀHUHU KŌRERO / Background
Any resolution or decision from a meeting is compiled on an action sheet, to capture actions trigged by Board decisions. Staff provide updates on progress against tasks that are not yet completed.
MATAPAKI ME NGĀ KŌWHIRINGA / Discussion and Next Steps
Community Board coordinators assist in following up outstanding action points with staff where appropriate, and occasionally, may be in a position to provide a further verbal update at meetings following the printing of an agenda.
The outstanding tasks are often multi-facet projects that take longer to fully complete.
Where a decision differs to the recommendation of staff there may be unintended consequences or challenges that take longer for staff to work through.
PĀNGA PŪTEA ME NGĀ WĀHANGA TAHUA / Financial Implications and Budgetary Provision
There are no financial implications or need for budgetary provision in receiving this report.
1. THCB
Action Sheet - August 2023 - A4342628 ⇩
29 August 2023 |
8.2 Chairperson and Member Reports
File Number: A4334714
Author: Marlema Baker, Democracy Advisor
Authoriser: Casey Gannon, Manager - Democracy Services (Acting)
Te Take Pūrongo / Purpose of the Report
The reason for the recommendation is to note the reports from the Chairperson and Members. The reports provide feedback to the community on matters of interest or concern to the Community Board and how the Community Board has communicated with community organisations and special interest groups within the community.
1) te TĀhuhu kŌrero / Background
The Local Government Act 2002 Part 4 Section 52 states that the role of a community board is to represent, and act as an advocate for the interests of its community.
2) Te matapaki me NgĀ KŌwhiringa / Discussion and Options
Community Boards are required to consider and report on any matters of concern or interest to the Community Board, maintain an overview of services provided to the community and communicate with community organisations and special interest groups within the community.
The reports from the Chairperson and Members provide information to community on these requirements. They also provide Request for Service (RFS) information on issues of interest or concern to the Community Board, providing a reference for further enquiry on the progress of the matters raised.
The reports from the Chairperson and Members are attached.
Te Take Tūtohunga / Reason for the recommendation
The reason for the recommendation is to provide information to the Community on the work that has been undertaken by the Chairperson and Members on its behalf.
3) NgĀ PĀnga PŪtea me ngĀ wĀhanga tahua / Financial Implications and Budgetary Provision
There are no financial implications or the need for budgetary provision as a result of this report.
1. Chairperson
- Adele Gardner - August 2023 - A4336335 ⇩
2. Member
Report - Darren Axe - August 2023 - A4336224 ⇩
3. Member
Report - Sheryl Bainbridge - August 2023 - A4339508 ⇩
4. Member
Report - Rachel Baucke - August 2023 - A4336225 ⇩
5. Member
Report - Bill Subritzky - August 2023 - A4336223 ⇩
Te Hōtaka Take Ōkawa / Compliance schedule:
Full consideration has been given to the provisions of the Local Government Act 2002 S77 in relation to decision making, in particular:
1. A Local authority must, in the course of the decision-making process,
a) Seek to identify all reasonably practicable options for the achievement of the objective of a decision; and
b) Assess the options in terms of their advantages and disadvantages; and
c) If any of the options identified under paragraph (a) involves a significant decision in relation to land or a body of water, take into account the relationship of Māori and their culture and traditions with their ancestral land, water sites, waahi tapu, valued flora and fauna and other taonga.
2. This section is subject to Section 79 - Compliance with procedures in relation to decisions.
He Take Ōkawa / Compliance requirement |
Te Aromatawai Kaimahi / Staff assessment |
State the level of significance (high or low) of the issue or proposal as determined by the Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy |
Not applicable. |
State the relevant Council policies (external or internal), legislation, and/or community outcomes (as stated in the LTP) that relate to this decision. |
Not applicable. |
State whether this issue or proposal has a District wide relevance and, if not, the ways in which the appropriate Community Board’s views have been sought. |
This is a Community Board report. |
State the possible implications for Māori and how Māori have been provided with an opportunity to contribute to decision making if this decision is significant and relates to land and/or any body of water. |
Not applicable. |
Identify persons likely to be affected by or have an interest in the matter, and how you have given consideration to their views or preferences (for example – youth, the aged and those with disabilities). |
Yes. |
State the financial implications and where budgetary provisions have been made to support this decision. |
There are no financial implications or the need for budgetary provision. |
Chief Financial Officer review. |
The Chief Financial Officer has not reviewed this report. |