Palmerston North City Council
Minutes of the Council Meeting Part I Public, held in the Council Chamber, First Floor, Civic Administration Building, 32 The Square, Palmerston North on 23 September 2019, commencing at 9.01am
Members Present: |
Mayor Grant Smith (in the Chair) and Councillors Brent Barrett, Susan Baty, Rachel Bowen, Gabrielle Bundy-Cooke, Vaughan Dennison, Lew Findlay QSM, Leonie Hapeta, Jim Jefferies, Lorna Johnson, Duncan McCann, Karen Naylor, Bruno Petrenas and Tangi Utikere. |
Councillors Adrian Broad and Aleisha Rutherford (late arrival). |
Councillor Aleisha Rutherford entered the meeting at 9.12am during consideration of clause 97. She left the meeting at 11.25am during consideration of clause 102. She entered the meeting again at 11.51am during consideration of clause 104. She was not present for clauses 96, 102 and 103.
Councillor Leonie Hapeta left the meeting at 12.24pm during consideration of clause 111. She entered the meeting again at 12.26pm during consideration of clause 112. She was not present for clause 111.
Reports
The meeting adjourned at
10.22am
The meeting resumed at 10.40am
Recommendations from Committee Meetings
Exclusion of Public
118-19 |
Recommendation to Exclude Public |
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Moved Grant Smith, seconded Tangi Utikere. RESOLVED 1. “That the public be excluded from the following parts of the proceedings of this meeting listed in the table below. The general subject of each matter to be considered while the public is excluded, the reason for passing this resolution in relation to each matter, and the specific grounds under Section 48(1) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 for the passing of this resolution are as follows:
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 which would be prejudiced by the holding of the whole or the relevant part of the proceedings of the meeting in public as stated in the above table. Also that the persons listed below be permitted to remain after the public has been excluded for the reasons stated. Chief Executive (Heather Shotter), Chief Financial Officer (Grant Elliott), Chief Infrastructure Officer (Tom Williams), General Manager – Strategy and Planning (Sheryl Bryant), General Manager - Community (Debbie Duncan), Chief Customer and Operating Officer (Chris Dyhrberg), General Manager - Marketing and Communications (Sacha Haskell), Sandra King (Executive Officer) because of their knowledge and ability to provide the meeting with advice on matters both from an organisation-wide context (being members of the Council’s Executive Leadership Team) and also from their specific role within the Council. Legal Counsel (John Annabell), because of his knowledge and ability to provide the meeting with legal and procedural advice. Democracy Administrators (Carly Chang, Courtney Kibby, and Natalya Kushnirenko), because of their knowledge and ability to provide the meeting with procedural advice and record the proceedings of the meeting. 2. That Tasha Paladin, Gina Cole, Lyal Brenton and Colin Kriven of Palmerston North Community Services Council be permitted to remain after the public has been excluded.” |
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Clause 118-19 above was carried 15 votes to 0, the voting being as follows: For: The Mayor (Grant Smith) and Councillors Brent Barrett, Susan Baty, Rachel Bowen, Gabrielle Bundy-Cooke, Vaughan Dennison, Lew Findlay QSM, Leonie Hapeta, Jim Jefferies, Lorna Johnson, Duncan McCann, Karen Naylor, Bruno Petrenas, Aleisha Rutherford and Tangi Utikere. |
The public part of the meeting finished at 12.31pm
Confirmed 7 October 2019
Mayor Chief Executive
Council - Part I 23 September 2019
Recommendations from Committee
TO: Council
MEETING DATE: 23 September 2019
TITLE: Presentation of the Part I Public Sport and Recreation Committee Recommendations from its 26 August 2019 Meeting
Set out below are the recommendations only from the Sport and Recreation Committee meeting Part I Public held on 26 August 2019. The Council may resolve to adopt, amend, receive, note or not adopt any such recommendations. (SO 3.18.1)
45-19 |
Rangitāne Park - Lease area increase for Menzshed Manawatu to allow a building extension Report, presented by Kathy Dever-Tod, Parks and Reserves Manager. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That Council approve the Deed of Variation of Lease with Menzshed Manawatu as attached in Appendix One of the report titled “Rangitāne Park – lease area increase for Menzshed Manawatu to allow a building extension”. 2. That Council, having been satisfied that the functions and purposes of the Reserves Act have been considered, that the statutory processes have been met, and being satisfied that the decision is a reasonable one, exercise the delegated authority approved by the Minister of Conservation to grant consent for the lease variation. |
Nil
Council - Part I 23 September 2019
Recommendations from Committee
TO: Council
MEETING DATE: 23 September 2019
TITLE: Presentation of the Part I Public Community Development Committee Recommendations from its 2 September 2019 Meeting
Set out below are the recommendations only from the Community Development Committee meeting Part I Public held on 2 September 2019. The Council may resolve to adopt, amend, receive, note or not adopt any such recommendations. (SO 3.18.1)
15-19 |
Presentation - Disability Reference Group The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the Community Development Committee receive the presentation for information. 2. That the Chief Executive be instructed to report back on the feasibility and implications of changing the mobility park signs to all include “at all times”. 3. That the Chief Executive be instructed to report back on the feasibility of introducing a Companion Card for those with permanent disabilities. 4.That provision is made to include Sign Language Interpreters at civic events (of other appropriate means) and to Council and Committee meetings when required. |
19-19 |
Capacity and Capability Building in the Community Sector Memorandum presented by Joann Ransom, Community Development Manager. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the memorandum dated 2 September 2019 and titled Capacity and Capability Building in the Social Sector be received. 2. That Council endorses the next steps as described: · Support PNCSC to develop and implement shared services to tenants of Hancock Community House; · Develop an enhanced professional development programme for community groups: o Work with PNCSC to develop, fund and promote a comprehensive capability development programme targeting the highest priority Domains of Capability. o Facilitate and promote an annual programme of workshops to be delivered in collaboration with other agencies and organisations. o Develop and promote a “package” of professional services; · Encourage community groups to take annual Navigator assessments to measure and improve their organisational capability. |
20-19 |
Welcoming Communities - Accreditation. Report presented by Joann Ransom, Community Development Manager. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the report Welcoming Communities - Accreditation be received. 2. That Council confirms its commitment to Welcoming Communities as an ongoing programme. 3. That the Chief Executive be instructed to make an application for Palmerston North to be accredited as a Welcoming Community (Established). 4. That Council note consideration of additional funding of $25k per annum will be referred to the 2020/2021 Annual Budget process. |
21-19 |
Social Wellbeing Forum 2019 Memorandum presented by Joann Ransom, Community Development Manager. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the memorandum titled “Social Wellbeing Forum 2019” and the Social Wellbeing Forum 2019 Report be received. 2. That Council endorses the new format with a Social Wellbeing Forum being held every 3rd year. |
Nil
Council - Part I 23 September 2019
Recommendations from Committee
TO: Council
MEETING DATE: 23 September 2019
TITLE: Presentation of the Part I Public Planning and Strategy Committee Recommendations from its 2 September 2019 Meeting
Set out below are the recommendations only from the Planning and Strategy Committee meeting Part I Public held on 2 September 2019. The Council may resolve to adopt, amend, receive, note or not adopt any such recommendations. (SO 3.18.1)
66-19 |
Amendment to Dog Control Policy 2018 - Deliberations and Adoption Memorandum, presented by Julie Macdonald, Strategy & Policy Manager. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the Council adopts the amended Palmerston North Dog Control Policy 2018 provided in Attachment 1 of the report titled ‘Amendment to Dog Control Policy 2018 – Deliberations and Adoption’. |
68-19 |
Urban Cycle Network Masterplan 2019 Report, presented by David Murphy, City Planning Manager. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the Urban Cycle Network Masterplan 2019 is endorsed to inform future Council decision making, in particular the preparation of Asset Management Plans and Long Term Plans. 2. That it be noted that future decision making processes, including Long Term Plans, will enable further public consultation and direct engagement with affected stakeholders on the implementation of the Urban Cycle Network Masterplan 2019. 3. That the Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson of the Planning and Strategy Committee be authorised to make minor amendments to the Urban Cycle Network Masterplan 2019. |
69-19 |
Report on Solutions to Issues Raised in Dogwood Way Petition Memorandum, presented by Kathy Dever-Tod, Parks and Reserves Manager. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the Committee receive the report entitled “Report on Solutions to Issues Raised in Dogwood Way Petition. 2. That the Committee endorse the implementation of the low cost parking management intervention described in the report as Option 1 – Install Passing Bays. |
Nil
Council - Part I 23 September 2019
Recommendations from Committee
TO: Council
MEETING DATE: 23 September 2019
TITLE: Presentation of the Part I Public Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee Recommendations from its 9 September 2019 Meeting
Set out below are the recommendations only from the Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee meeting Part I Public held on 9 September 2019. The Council may resolve to adopt, amend, receive, note or not adopt any such recommendations. (SO 3.18.1)
29-19 |
Approval of Consultation Material for the Arts and Culture s17A Review Memorandum, presented by Andrew Boyle, Head of Community Planning. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the report titled “Approval of Consultation Material for the Arts and Culture s17A Review” concludes the s17a review process and that the status quo remains for Regent Theatre. 2. That the Chief Executive be instructed to work closely with the Regent Theatre Trust Board on suggested improvements raised during the course of the review. 3. That the report titled “Approval of Consultation Material for the Arts and Culture s17A Review” concludes the s17a review process and that the status quo remains for Globe Theatre. 4. That the Chief Executive be instructed to work closely with the Globe Theatre Trust Board on suggested improvements raised during the course of the review. 5. That the report titled “Approval of Consultation Material for the Arts and Culture s17A Review” concludes the s17a review process and that the status quo remains for Te Manawa. 6. That the Chief Executive be instructed to work closely with the Te Manawa Trust Board on suggested improvements raised during the course of the review. 7. That the report titled “Approval of Consultation Material for the Arts and Culture s17A Review” concludes the s17a review process and that the status quo remains for Caccia Birch. 8. That the Chief Executive be instructed to work closely with the Caccia Birch House Trust Board on suggested improvements raised during the course of the review. |
32-19 |
Final Statement of Intents for Council CCOs: Caccia Birch, Globe Theatre, Regent Theatre and Te Manawa Memorandum, presented by Joann Ransom, Community Development Manager. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the report titled `Final Statement of Intents for Council CCOs: Caccia Birch, Globe Theatre, Regent Theatre and Te Manawa’ be accepted. 2. That the final Statement of Intent 2019-2022 submitted by Globe Theatre Trust Board be approved. 3. That the final Statement of Intent 2019-2022 submitted by Caccia Birch Trust Board be approved. 4. That the final Statement of Intent 2019-2022 submitted by Regent Theatre Trust Board be approved. 5. That the final Statement of Intent 2019-2022 submitted by Te Manawa Museums Trust Board be approved. 6. That the Chief Executive provide an opportunity for Elected Members to discuss requirements to be included in Letters of Expectation before they are brought to Council for authorisation. |
Nil
Council - Part I 23 September 2019
Recommendations from Committee
TO: Council
MEETING DATE: 23 September 2019
TITLE: Presentation of the Part I Public Finance and Performance Committee Recommendations from its 16 September 2019 Meeting
Set out below are the recommendations only from the Finance and Performance Committee meeting Part I Public held on 16 September 2019. The Council may resolve to adopt, amend, receive, note or not adopt any such recommendations. (SO 3.18.1)
62-19 |
Palmerston North Airport Limited - Annual Report for 12 months ended 30 June 2019 & Instructions relating to Annual Meeting Memorandum presented by Steve Paterson, Strategy Manager - Finance. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the Annual Report and Financial Statements of Palmerston North Airport Limited for the year ended 30 June 2019 be received. 2. That the Council shareholder representative be instructed to support the proposed resolutions to be considered at the Annual Meeting of Palmerston North Airport Limited to be conducted by way of resolution in writing. |
63-19 |
Papaioea Place - Stage 2 Report presented by Bryce Hosking - Manager - Property. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That Council increase the budget of programme 1219 by $1,126,573 taking the total programme budget from $4,859,959 including GST to $5,986,532 including GST. This will enable the completion of Stage 2 noting that this will increase the total number of units from 48 to 78 as previously approved by Council in the 2019/20 annual budget. This excludes the development of a communal tenant lounge and gardens.
2. That Council considers options for Stage 3 Papaioea Place development as part of the 2020/21 Annual Budget considerations. |
66-19 |
The Future Use of Huia Street Reserve - Statement of Proposal Memorandum presented by David Murphy, City Planning Manager. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the Future Use of Huia Street Reserve (corner of Park Road and Fitzherbert Avenue) Statement of Proposal – October 2019, including the Potential Housing Development Scenarios, be approved for public consultation. 2. That the consultation on the Future Use of Huia Street Reserve Statement of Proposal – October 2019 be for a period of at least one month, beginning from a date to be determined by the Chief Executive. 3. That the Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson of the Finance and Performance Committee be authorised to make minor amendments to the Future Use of Huia Street Reserve (corner of Park Road and Fitzherbert Avenue) Statement of Proposal – October 2019. |
67-19 |
Recommendation for Adoption 2018/19 Annual Report Memorandum presented by Stuart McKinnon, Finance Manager. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the 2018/19 Annual Report and 2018/19 Summary Annual Report be adopted. 2. That Council note that an Auditor’s “opinion” from Audit New Zealand would be expected to be received immediately following recommended adoption by Council on 23 September 2019 and Council signing of the reports. 3. That delegated authority is given to the Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson of the Finance and Performance Committee to make minor amendments to the 2018/19 Annual Report and 2018/19 Summary Annual Report. |
Nil
Council - Part I 23 September 2019
Recommendations from Committee
TO: Council
MEETING DATE: 23 September 2019
TITLE: Presentation of the Part I Public Sport and Recreation Committee Recommendations from its 16 September 2019 Meeting
Set out below are the recommendations only from the Sport and Recreation Committee meeting Part I Public held on 16 September 2019. The Council may resolve to adopt, amend, receive, note or not adopt any such recommendations. (SO 3.18.1)
54-19 |
Ashhurst Domain - Function Centre lease proposal Report, presented by Aaron Phillips, Senior Parks Planner. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the Committee considers there to have been an insufficient opportunity for consultation with the wider community about the proposal. As such, that the Chief Executive be instructed to undertake a further round of public consultation, following which the decision regarding the Function Centre Lease Proposal will be made by the new Council. 2. That the desirability of hospitality services in the Ashhurst Domain be referred to the process underway to review the Ashhurst Domain Reserve Management and Development Plan. |
56-19 |
Additional Information - Potential Lease of 51 Amberley Avenue Memorandum, presented by Bryce Hosking, Manager - Property. The COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS 1. That the Memorandum dated 17 May 2019 and titled “Potential Lease of 51 Amberley Avenue” be uplifted from the table. 2. That Council receives the report titled “Additional Information – Potential Lease of 51 Amberley Avenue” dated 29 July 2019 for information to be considered in conjunction with the report titled “Potential Lease of 51 Amberley Avenue” that was presented to, and left on the table by, the Sport and Recreation Committee on 10 June 2019. 3. That Council as the administering body under the Reserves Act 1977, on behalf of the Minister of Conservation, approves the lease of land at 51 Amberley Avenue, Palmerston North, to Palmerston North Judo Club Incorporated for a recreation activity. 4. That Council agree to execute a new three (3) year lease (with a right of renewal) between Palmerston North City Council and Palmerston North Judo Club Incorporated for 51 Amberley Avenue, Palmerston North. 5. That the Chief Executive ensures Council officers work with Highbury Mixed Martial Arts to try to find an alternative venue. |
Nil