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27. 11. 96
HAGLEY-FERRYMEAD COMMUNITY BOARD
WEDNESDAY 6 NOVEMBER 1996
A meeting of the Hagley-Ferrymead Community Board
was held on Wednesday 6 November 1996 at 4.30 p.m.
PRESENT: Anna Crighton (Chairperson), Richard Boulton
Heather Brown, David Cox, John Freeman,
Charles Manning, Liz McRostie, Aaron O'Brien,
Bob Todd
APOLOGIES: Nil
The Board reports that:
PART A - MATTERS REQUIRING A COUNCIL DECISION
1. PARKING RESTRICTION - MOORHOUSE AVENUE RR 3958
| Officer responsible | Author |
| City Streets Manager | Peter Atkinson |
| Corporate Plan Output: On-street Operations Page 9.6.12 |
The purpose of this report is to gain Council approval to formalise adjustments to the existing parking restrictions at the intersection of Moorhouse and Antigua Street.
Associated with the beautification measures and traffic improvements to Moorhouse Avenue are a number of small adjustments to the existing parking restrictions at the intersection of Moorhouse Avenue and Antigua Street. These adjustments involve relocation of the bus stop on both sides of Moorhouse Avenue away from the intersection and the introduction of a small section of P60 parking restriction. These adjustments to the bus stop and parking restriction have the support of the property occupiers, the Canterbury Regional Council and the Parking Operations Manager.
Recommendation: 1. That a P60 parking restriction be imposed on the southern side of Moorhouse Avenue commencing at a point 16 m measured in a westerly direction from a point opposite the western kerbline of Antigua Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 18 m.
2. That a bus stop be created on the southern side of Moorhouse Avenue commencing at a point 34 m measured in a westerly direction from a point opposite the western kerbline of Antigua Street and extending in a westerly direction for a distance of 16 m.
3. That the P60 parking restriction be created on the northern side of Moorhouse Avenue commencing at a point 17.5 m measured in a easterly direction from a point opposite the eastern kerbline of Antigua Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 46 m.
4. That the bus stop be created on the northern side of Moorhouse Avenue commencing at a point 64 m measured in an easterly direction from a point opposite the eastern kerbline of Antigua Street and extending in an easterly direction for a distance of 17 m.
5. That the existing bus stop, no stopping and parking restrictions in the above described areas be revoked.
PART B - ITEMS DEALT WITH BY THE BOARD AND REPORTED FOR INFORMATION ONLY
2. CONFIRMATION OF MEETING REPORTS
It was resolved that the report of the Ordinary meeting of 2 October both Open and Public Excluded, and the Special Meeting of 8 October 1996 be confirmed as a true and correct record of those meetings.
3. DEPUTATIONS
3.1 AFS EXCHANGE PROGRAMME
Briarne Elliott and Mr Dennis Cox spoke in support of Briarne's application to the Board for funding to support her Exchange Programme trip to Germany next year.
Mr Cox outlined the background of the AFS programme and detailed the fundraising efforts thus far. Briarne provided a brief biography and her reasons for and the desired outcomes of her trip to Germany. (Clause 4.1 refers).
3.2 NODDY TRAIN CONCESSION
Mrs Bronwyn Hancock spoke to the Board on her proposal to operate a Noddy Train on the promenade at Sumner. She advised that she and her partner Mr R Clark were currently operating from New Brighton Mall and they wished to extend their operation. (Clause 5 refers.)
4. CORRESPONDENCE
4.1 AFS EXCHANGE PROGRAMME
Members considered an application from Briarne Elliott, a 5th form student at Avonside Girls' High, for financial assistance toward her AFS exchange to Germany next year.
Following discussion the Board resolved that staff report back to the 26 November meeting with suggestions for sources of funding for the programme.
4.2 CHRISTCHURCH CHILDREN'S HOLIDAY CAMPS TRUST
The Board considered a request from the Trust for funding towards its week long camps.
In acknowledgment of the International Year for the Eradication of Poverty the Board resolved to allocate $2,000.00 of its Discretionary Funds towards the sponsorship of 8 children from Hagley and 8 from Ferrymead to attend the camp and further that details of expenditure and the criteria for children to attend the camps be reported back.
(Heather Brown took no part in the voting on this issue).
5. NODDY TRAIN CONCESSION -- SUMNER FORESHORE
An application from Mr R Clark and Mrs B Hancock, to operate a Noddy Train on the Sumner Promenade, was received for consideration.
Members were advised that the train is currently operating from New Brighton Mall and the operators wished to extend their operation at Sumner on Sundays and Public Holidays.
The Board resolved to recommend to the Parks and Recreation Committee.
1. That a Licence be granted for a trial period for the 1996/97 summer to ensure that the operation of the concession does not cause any problems along the Sumner Foreshore.
2. That the applicant furnish a Health and Safety Plan to the Parks Manager for approval before the operation commences.
3. That the registration of the vehicle as an amusement device with the Department of Labour (Device No 418) be kept current.
4. That the applicant furnish evidence of having obtained $1,000,000 Public Liability insurance before the operation commences.
5. The concession is to operate only during daylight hours.
6. That the concession not operate during the period when triathalon events are being held from Scarborough Park (on a maximum of eight days per year as per the policy).
7. The charges for the rides to be approved by the Parks Manager before being implemented.
8. The rent for the Licence to be negotiated with the Property Manager in consultation with the Parks Manager.
9. The Parks Manager to be the duly authorised officer of the Council to liaise with the Lessee on any matters requiring attention during the operation of this Licence.
10. That on-site signage be kept to a minimum and approved by the Parks Manager.
11. That the Parks Manager or his nominee be authorised to withdraw the Licence at his discretion at any time.
(Clause 7 was voted on separately and Richard Boulton and Aaron O'Brien wished to have their vote against the recommendation recorded.)
6. COMMUNITY PRIDE GARDEN AWARDS
Members were advised of the suggested refinements being made to the format of the awards scheme. These refinements were being suggested following consultation with the Christchurch Beautifying Association.
The Board resolved:
1. That the present cups/trophies be awarded in future to Street Award winners in the Community Board's area for the most attractive long street, short street, and cul-de-sac.
2. To approve the non-pointed criteria for selection of gardens for the Community Pride Garden Awards as outlined below.
- Evidence of effort or improvements made to garden and effect on street.
- Overall tidiness of property/garden and evidence of community pride.
- Horticultural/landscape impact of garden on street.
3. That the certificates be standardised as an A5 size, and be personalised to each Board area to be signed by the Chairpersons of the Christchurch Beautifying Association and the Community Board.
4. To present these awards to residents who are acknowledged for the contribution their gardens make to the "Garden City" image of Christchurch.
7. LINWOOD RESOURCE CENTRE
The Community Activities Officer, Ruth Evans, reported on the re-development of the Linwood Resource Centre and requested that consideration be given to the provision of funds towards the project.
The Board resolved:
1. To underwrite the amount of $12,000 (from its 1997/98 Project Funds) for the position of Community Development worker, Linwood Resource Centre.
2. To allocate $2,000 of its 1996/97 Discretionary Funding towards administration costs associated with the redevelopment of Linwood Resource Centre.
3. To allocate $4,000 of its 1996/97 Discretionary Funding towards refurbishing at the Linwood Resource Centre.
8. STRUCTURE ON STREET -- 141 CLIFTON TERRACE
A request to erect a retaining wall on legal road in order to provide vehicle access to onsite garaging was considered.
The Board resolved that approval be granted subject to the following conditions:
1. A Resource Consent and Building Consent being obtained for the structures.
2. A standard Deed of Licence being entered into with the Council prior to construction commencing.
3. The existing level at the back of the footpath not being altered and suitable transitions being provided to ensure vehicles do not scrape.
4. The licensee being entirely responsible for the stability, safety, and future maintenance of the driveway, retaining walls and formation work associated with the structure.
5. The site is to be kept in a safe and tidy condition at all times during the course of construction.
6. Construction of the structure being commenced within 6 months and completed within 12 months or this approval will lapse.
7. No alteration being permitted to the existing road seal.
8. The remaining area of road reserve along the property frontage being landscaped and maintained by the licensee. A plan must be submitted to the Area Roading Officer's approval before construction commences.
9. The landscaping in Condition 8 being completed within one planting season following completion of the retaining wall.
9. STRUCTURE ON STREET -- 191 TAYLORS MISTAKE ROAD
Members considered a report from the Area Roading Officer, Sharon O'Neill, on a request received to erect retaining walls, a garage and steps on legal road.
The Board resolved that approval be granted subject to compliance with the following conditions:
1. A Resource Consent and Building Consent being obtained for the structures.
2. A standard deed of licence being entered into with the Council prior to construction commencing.
3. The area between the garage/driveway and edge of the road seal being landscaped and maintained by the licensee to the satisfaction of the Area Roading Officer within one planting season following completion of the structures.
4. A landscape plan being provided to the satisfaction of the Area Roading Officer, showing the requirements of Condition 3, before construction commences.
5. The garage having a minimum setback from the edge of seal of 3 metres.
6. The driveway levels being the same as the road seal level for a distance of 2 metres from the edge of seal.
7. The licensee being entirely responsible for stability, safety, and future maintenance of the driveway, retaining walls, and formation work associated with the structures.
8. The site being kept in a safe and tidy condition at all times during the course of construction.
9. Construction of the structures being commenced within six months and completed within 12 months or this approval will lapse.
10. TRAFFIC ENGINEERING HAGLEY-FERRYMEAD
10.1 BILLY'S TRACK "GIVE-WAY"
In order to improve the safety of the intersection it was resolved that a `Give Way' sign be placed against Billy's Track at its intersection with Mt Pleasant Road.
10.2 ST JOHNS STREET -- PARKING RESTRICTION
Members were requested to formalise the parking arrangements in St Johns Street near its intersection with Ferry Road.
The Board resolved:
1. That the stopping of vehicles (at any time) on the west side of St Johns Street commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 28 metres be removed.
2. That the stopping of vehicles (at any time) be prohibited on the west side of St Johns Street commencing at its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 14.5 metres.
3. That the stopping of vehicles (at any time) be prohibited on the west side of St Johns Street commencing at a point 30 metres from its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 6 metres.
4. That the taxi stand on the west side of St Johns Street commencing at a point 26 metres from its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 27 metres be removed.
5. That a taxi stand be created on the west side of St Johns Street commencing at a point 34 metres from its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 20 metres.
6. That a "loading zone time limit 5 minutes" be created on the west side of St Johns Street commencing at a point 14.5 metres from its intersection with Ferry Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15.5 metres.
11. TRAFFIC ENGINEERING -- CENTRAL
11.1 GOODS SERVICE VEHICLE LOADING ZONE - BYRON STREET
A request was received from commercial operators seeking the installation of a good service vehicle loading zone in Bryon Street in order to stop vehicles double parking and impeding traffic flows.
It was resolved that a goods service vehicle only, "loading zone" be created on the northern side of Byron Street commencing at a point commencing at a point 65 m measured in an easterly direction from a point opposite the eastern kerbline of Gasson Street and extending in a easterly direction for a distance of 21 m.
11.2 P15 PARKING RESTRICTION -- WORCESTER STREET
In order to relieve parking problems outside the gates of the Emmanuel Christian School the Board resolved that the existing P15 parking restriction which applies during the hours of 8.00 - 9.30 am and 2.30 - 3.30 pm Monday to Friday on the southern side of Worcester Street be extended in an easterly direction to a point 63m measured in a westerly direction from a point opposite the western kerbline of Barbadoes Street.
12. LATMS
A report from the Community Manager requesting that the Board consider the priorities for the preparation of LATMS was presented.
Members were concerned at the length of time taken to develop LATMS and NIPS and the difficulties getting work, particularly traffic related, carried out in areas where there were no recognised plans.
The Board resolved:
1. To confirm the following priorities for LATMS preparation and review of existing plans as being
1) Bromley (LATMS preparation)
2) Woolston North (LATMS preparation)
3) Charleston (Review of Neighbourhood Improvement Area or
preparation of a LATMS based on it)
4) Heathcote (LATMS preparation using the Heathcote Valley
Community Plan as a starting point.)
2. That a report on traffic concerns in the Charleston area relating to the increased traffic movements resulting from the increased activities at Lancaster Park be prepared.
3. That both the Heathcote Valley Community Plan and the Charleston Plan be given interim status as a Neighbourhood Improvement Plan.
13. LINWOOD NEIGHBOURHOOD IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Peter Kensington presented the draft Linwood NIP and sought Board approval to circulate the document for public comment.
A number of issues were raised during discussion which staff undertook to further investigate. These included:
* A further report being requested on the retention and redevelopment of the Council owned property at the corner of Tuam Street/Stanmore Road for recreation purposes.
* Further investigation of the traffic issues in Hereford Street and Cashel Street.
* Further investigating a suggestion to close Buccleugh Street at its intersection with Cashel.
The Board resolved:
1. That the draft Linwood NIP be made available for public comment until 28 February 1997.
2. That a public meeting be held to present and discuss the draft NIP and that Board members be invited to attend.
2. That after all comments on the draft Linwood NIP have been received the document be altered to take into account all submissions.
3. That the amended Linwood NIP be referred back to the Board after the relevant consultation and amendments.
14. COMMUNITY LIAISON OFFICER - CHRISTCHURCH OTAUTAHI
AGENDA 21 BIODIVERSITY PROJECT
Members were provided with a progress report on the activities carried out thus far by the Community Liaison Officer. They were advised that funding for the position was available until early February 1997.
The Board resolved to review the further funding of this position at its February 1997 meeting.
15. BUTTS VALLEY DRAIN ENHANCEMENT AND REMEDIAL
ROAD WORKS
A report detailing two proposed options for the Butts Valley waterway enhancement and road protection works was presented for consideration.
The Board resolved:
1. To support the road shift and waterway enhancement option (option 1).
2. To endorse the implementation of option 1 with an estimated cost of $90,000. Implementation to begin as soon as resource consents have been granted and road stopping procedures completed.
3. To approve the initiation of road stopping procedures.
16. PROPOSED ROAD AND RIGHT OF WAY NAMES
Members considered the naming of four rights of ways and two roads.
The Board resolved:
1. That FLAGSTAFF LANE, SEMAPHORE CLOSE and SIGNAL HILL ROAD be approved for use in the Mt Pleasant Road sub-division.
2. That SUNRISE LANE and SEACLIFF LANE be approved for use in the Scarborough Heights Sub-division.
3. That the private right-of-way off Stedley Place be named BAKKERS LANE.
17. VOLUNTARY LIBRARIES REVIEW
A report was presented on the preliminary findings of the Voluntary Libraries Review Project Team and members were asked for their comments.
It was resolved that interested Board members, together with staff meet to discuss and make comment on the review and report back to the 26 November meeting.
18. BOARD OBJECTIVES 1997/98
The draft Objectives and Performance Measures for 1997/98 were presented for discussion.
It was agreed that these objectives would be reviewed in the New Year, if necessary, following the outcomes of the Community Consultation Working Party.
It was resolved to adopt the draft Objectives and Performance Measures for 1997/98 subject to amending Clause 1(iii) to read.
"Holding a consultative forum with groups in the community to obtain input into the Statement of Goals for the Annual Plan and Budget Process."
19. LANCASTER PARK LIGHTING
The Chairperson suggested that there would be merit in reconvening the Lancaster Park Working Party now that the resource consent for the Park lighting had been approved.
It was resolved that a meeting of the Working Party comprising Anna Crighton, Bob Todd and Liz McRostie be held with representatives of the Residents' Association and the Victory Park Board.
20. COMMUNITY BOARD NATIONAL CONFERENCE
As the Board's representative on the organising committee, Bob Todd requested that consideration be given to the allocation of funds to sponsor one of the conference sessions.
It was resolved that Bob Todd report back to the next meeting on the possibility of private sponsorship and also on the costings for the Conference.
21. DRAFT SUBMISSION ON GAMING:
A NEW DIRECTION FOR NEW ZEALAND
A copy of the draft submission that had been formulated by a staff working party was presented for discussion. Peter Walls, a member of the Working Party, provided background for the Board.
Charles Manning moved:
"That the Board endorse the draft submission and further that Board members be encouraged to make individual submissions if they so wish.
The motion was seconded by Bob Todd.
On being put to the meeting, the motion was declared carried on division by 6 votes to 3, the voting being as follows:
For (6) Heather Brown, Anna Crighton, John Freeman,
Charles Manning, Liz McRostie and Bob Todd.
Against (3) Richard Boulton, David Cox and Aaron O'Brien
22. ITEMS RECEIVED
22.1 PHILLIPSTOWN COMMUNITY FACILITY
Ruth Evans provided an update on the progress to date on the proposed facility and advised that the project was due for completion in mid-1997.
22.2 STRUCTURE ON STREET -- 44 KINSEY TERRACE
Members were advised of the staff's intention to issue a Deed of Licence for a garage and parking bay on legal road at 44 Kinsey Terrace.
22.3 1996/97 ROADING PROGRAMME
Members were provided with information on the progress of City Streets Projects programmed for 1996/97.
22.4 COMMUNITY CONSULTATION WORKING PARTY
An update was provided on the progress of the Working Party.
22.5 DOG PARK
Members were advised that the report on the establishment of dog parks would be presented to the 26 November meeting.
23. RESOLUTION TO EXCLUDE THE PUBLIC
It was resolved that the draft resolution to exclude the as set out in Clause 26 of the Agenda be adopted.
The meeting closed at 7.40pm.
CONFIRMED THIS 26TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 1996
ANNA CRIGHTON
CHAIRPERSON