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3 JULY 1996
A meeting of the Shirley/Papanui Community Board was held on
Wednesday 3 July 1996 at 4.00 pm
Mrs Judith Bruce, Mrs Anne Carroll, Mr Graham Condon,
Mr Newton Dodge, Mr Gordon Freeman (from 4.15 pm),
Mr Garry Moore, Sue Wells and Mr Steve Wright.
Mr Freeman was absent for clauses 1 and 2.
The Board reports that:
PART A - ITEMS REQUIRING A COUNCIL DECISION
Nil
PART B - ITEMS DEALT WITH BY THE BOARD AND REPORTED FOR INFORMATION ONLY
1. CONFIRMATION OF MEETING REPORT
The Board resolved that the report of the Ordinary Meeting of 5 June 1996 both Open and Public Excluded sections, as circulated, be confirmed with an amendment to Clause 8, part 3, to include Mrs Palmer and Sue Wells to attend the joint meeting with the Burwood/Pegasus Community Board and Shirley Mall developers.
2. DEPUTATIONS
(a) Two pupils from Marshlands Primary School presented a card signed by pupils thanking the Board for its assistance in providing the cycleway along Prestons Road to the school.
The Chairperson thanked the pupils for their attendance and commended Mrs Betty Chapman for her efforts on behalf of the community.
(b) Susan Peake spoke to the Board of her concerns regarding Council plans for the reconstruction of Grants Road; the volume and speed of traffic cutting through to Grassmere Street; infill housing in the vicinity and its effects on elderly residents of the area; and the sale of rural land on the corner of Grants Road and Grassmere Street. The Board resolved that the Area Roading Officer report to the August meeting on the planned programme for road reconstruction.
(c) Mr Martin Oppenhuis of Transit New Zealand attended in order to answer members' questions in relation to traffic concerns in the vicinity of the Belfast School and on Johns Road. Clauses 8 and 16 refer.
The North West Residents Association had raised through its Board member contact (Sue Wells) a number of concerns relating to traffic and future planning for Johns Road. The Board resolved that a meeting be initiated by the Board between the North West Residents Association and Transit New Zealand.
3. ST ALBANS COMMUNITY FACILITY
The Board resolved to receive the report of the Working Party meeting held on
18 June 1996 and adopt its recommendations as follows:
1. That the Service Centre take steps to organise a Community Forum, participants to be an inclusive group.
2. That this group meet again in one year to review progress.
The Board further resolved:
3. That the forum be held before the end of August 1996.
4. CHILDREN'S STRATEGY
A meeting with school representatives in the Shirley/Papanui area was held by a Working Party of the Board on 20 June 1996 to look at ways in which the Board and schools might work together in the interest of children. The Board resolved to receive the report of the meeting and adopt its recommendations as follows:
1. That a forum be held with school representatives on a specific issue, eg cycleways.
2. That the Board meet with local school principals clusters at the time when the Council's Budget is being formulated.
The Board further resolved:
3. That a report on cycleway initiatives in the Shirley/Papanui area be presented to the August meeting of the Board to be followed by a further meeting with school representatives.
5. WAIMAIRI STUDY AWARDS
Consultations in relation to the future administration of the Waimairi Study Awards were outlined in a report by the Committee Secretary, together with a request for supplementary funding towards the continuing operation of the Awards.
The Board resolved:
1. To support the continuing operation of the Waimairi Study Awards and reaffirm the criteria as set out by the Waimairi Study Awards Committee.
2. That a grant of $1,000 be made from 1996/97 Discretionary Funding towards the continuing administration of the Awards.
6. RECREATION AND SPORT POLICY
An officers' report seeking endorsement of the recreation and sport policy adopted by the Council at its June meeting was referred to the Boards for information and comment. The Board resolved to refer the policy document to a Committee of the Board for comment.
7. HALF COURT - SHIRLEY AREA
The Area Parks Officer reported on an appropriate location for provision of a half court in the Shirley Ward. Funds have already been allocated from the Board's 1996/97 Project Funds for this work. The Board resolved to meet and discuss the siting of a basketball half court at the Shirley Community Centre with its Management Committee and carry out consultation with the local children.
8. SHELDON PARK - CAR PARKING
Car parking difficulties associated with Belfast Kindergarten on Sheldon Park were reported by the Area Parks Officer. The problem encompasses Belfast School and the volume of traffic on Main North Road in the vicinity. Accordingly a site visit at peak traffic hour was organised by the school and attended by Transit New Zealand staff, Shirley/Papanui Board members and Council staff on 21 June 1996.
The Transit New Zealand representative, Mr M Oppenhuis, who attended the Board meeting by invitation, explained that traffic volume on Main North Road is the major problem and safer crossing for children is a priority need. Currently a Working Party called by the Land Transport Safety Authority is addressing this problem. The possibility of increasing the size of signs and clearing vegetation are interim measures that could be considered.
The Board resolved that the information be received and a further report be sought for the August meeting with an update of the parking situation.
9. SABINA/HERCULES/HAMMERSLEY PETITION
Improvements to footpaths and kerbing in Sabina and Hercules Streets and Hammersley Avenue were requested in a petition and submission from the Shirley Residents Group received by the Board (refer to Clause 17.1). The Area Roading Officer reported, following an assessment of the paths and channels in question, noting the residents' concerns about potential flooding following periods of heavy rain.
The Board resolved:
1. That the petition regarding Sabina Street and Hercules Street be referred to the Water Services Unit for the catchment to be assessed and that a report be prepared no later than the September Board meeting advising what options there are to improve drainage in the area.
2. That the Council proceed with smoothing work in Hammersley Avenue this coming season subject to there being no conflict with service authority work.
3. That the Shirley Residents Group be advised of the above action.
10. MARSHLAND/NEW BRIGHTON/NORTH PARADE/SHIRLEY
INTERSECTION LEFT TURN SLIP LANE
As requested by the Board at its June meeting, the Signals Engineer reported on the feasibility of installing a free left lane at the above intersection. One of the main benefits will be a reduction in delays to left-turning vehicles.
The Board resolved:
1. That a project involving the construction of a left turn slip lane on the north-west corner of Marshland Road/New Brighton Road/North Parade/Shirley Road be submitted for inclusion in the 1997/98 five year capital works programme.
2. That the project be discussed at a joint meeting with the Burwood/Pegasus Community Board and further consultation be held with the Shirley Residents Group and the relevant schools.
11. LOWRY AVENUE - TRAFFIC CALMING
In response to residents' concerns about the speed and volume of traffic in Lowry Avenue, the Board has previously considered the installation of traffic calming measures. A report from the Area Traffic Engineer on the provision of rumble strips in the street was requested recently. The Board resolved that the information be received and that a circular be sent to residents in Lowry Avenue, Pyatt Place and Creese Place with a copy of the Area Traffic Engineer's report asking for their comments on the installation of `Rumble Strips' in their street.
12. SPEED LIMIT QUESTIONNAIRE
Results of a questionnaire by the City Streets Unit are currently being sorted into Board areas for analysis and consideration. The Board resolved to form a Working Party (with power to act) comprising Mrs Bruce, Mrs Carroll, Sue Wells and Mr Wright to consider the responses, prepare a submission on limits in the Shirley/Papanui area and report direct to the August meeting of the City Services Committee.
13. HISTORIC BUILDINGS - TRANSITIONAL DISTRICT PLAN
As required by Part XII of the City Plan, notice has been received of the intention to demolish Abberley House, a listed building at 90 Bristol Street. The Board resolved that the Environmental Administration Unit be advised that it has no interest in this building and that no indication has been received to date that Shirley residents wish to make a submission with regard to its demolition.
14. HEART UNIT - CHRISTCHURCH
The Board resolved that the Shirley/Papanui Community Board support the Mayor and Council in requesting that cardio-thoracic services be made available in Christchurch as soon as possible and that a letter be sent to the Southern Regional Health Authority and each electorate office of all parties in the Shirley/Papanui wards to this effect.
15. KEEP CHRISTCHURCH BEAUTIFUL
A request for a contribution by the Keep Christchurch Beautiful Campaign to the 1996 Gigantic Beach Clean-Up was reported by the Committee Secretary. The Board resolved that the information be received and the Board allocate $500 from its 1996/97 Discretionary Funds, the Board to be advised of the date of the event.
16. STATE HIGHWAY ONE - JOHNS ROAD -
NO STOPPING RESTRICTION
A report on the above matter has been withdrawn and referred to the City Services Committee for consideration as the Board's delegated authority does not include State Highways.
17. ITEMS RECEIVED
The Board received the following reports and other items:--
17.1 Petitions
- Hercules/Sabina Street
- Hammersley Avenue
A petition and a submission from Shirley residents requesting improvements to footpaths and kerbs.
17.2 Papanui Road - Parking Management - Papanui Shopping Centre
The Area Traffic Engineer's review of parking management changes made on Papanui Road in the vicinity of Dowsons Shoe Store. The Community Manager advised that the Papanui Business Association accepted the location of the bus stop as the best compromise available.
18. RESOLUTION TO EXCLUDE THE PUBLIC
The Board resolved that the draft resolution to exclude the public as set out in the Agenda be adopted.
The meeting concluded at 6.20 pm
CONFIRMED THIS 7TH DAY OF AUGUST 1996 Y S A PALMER
CHAIRPERSON