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26. 3. 97
BURWOOD/PEGASUS COMMUNITY BOARD
3 AND 11 MARCH 1997
A meeting of the Burwood/Pegasus Community Board was held on
Monday 3 March 1997 in the Boardroom, Shirley Service Centre,
36 Marshland Road at 4.00 pm and (meantime having been adjourned)
reconvened at 4.00 pm on Tuesday 11 March 1997
PRESENT: David Dobbie (Chairman), Clare Duff, Dave East,
(3 March 1997) Carole Evans, Alister James, Don Rowlands, Gail Sheriff, Jack Travis, Chrissie Williams
APOLOGIES: An apology for lateness was received from Alister James
(3 March 1997) who arrived at 6.15 pm and was present for all clauses with the exception of clauses 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 11, 13 and 17.
The Board reports that:
PART A - MATTERS REQUIRING A COUNCIL DECISION
1. LINK STRIP - 2 ARDEN PLACE
| Officer responsible | Author |
| Property Manager | Michael Cooper, Property Clerk |
| Corporate Plan Output: City Streets Capital Outputs - Fixed Assets |
The purpose of this report is to correct an error in the legal description, contained in a resolution of the 27 November 1996 Council meeting, to remove the link strip across the frontage of a property at 2 Arden Place. The correct resolution is as follows:
Resolution
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 320(2)(a) of the Local Government Act 1974 the Christchurch City Council hereby dedicates as road the land described in the Schedule hereto:
Schedule
Canterbury Land District
| Area | Being | Contained in CT |
| 3m2 | Lot 62 DP 53592 |
31F/857 |
| Situated in the Christchurch Survey District Block VIII |
Recommendation: That the above resolution be adopted.
PART B - ITEMS DEALT WITH BY THE BOARD AND REPORTED FOR INFORMATION ONLY
2. CONFIRMATION OF REPORT
The Board resolved that the report of the last ordinary meeting held on Monday 3 February 1997 be confirmed.
3. PETITIONS
1. BUS SERVICE - WARATAH AND BRIARMONT STREETS
The Board received a petition from Lena McArthur on behalf of 25 petitioners concerning the loss of bus services in Briarmont and Waratah Streets.
The prayer of the petition read as follows:
"I am most concerned to hear the Briarmont/Waratah Street bus into the city is to be stopped.
On being offered a job in the city, one of the reasons I accepted the position was because of the very bus route and times near my home. I now feel at a disadvantage and on talking to some of the people in my area, some even more so than me.
I think the consultation has been extremely inadequate and I ask that you take this matter further."
The Board resolved that the above petition be referred to the Canterbury Regional Council, with particular reference to the issue of consultation.
2. HAMPSHIRE STREET - SPEED HUMPS
The Board received a petition from residents in the vicinity of Hampshire Street consisting of 220 petitioners requesting the installation of speed humps in Hampshire Street.
The prayer of the petition read as follows:
"Petition for judder bars in Hampshire Street.
We the undersigned wish to slow the hooligan drivers."
The Board resolved that the petition be forwarded to the Area Traffic Engineer to enable a report to be forwarded to the Board on this matter.
3. HALBERG STREET - SPEED HUMPS
The Board received a petition from Ashley Gilmour on behalf of 48 petitioners with regards to excessive traffic speed in Halberg Street.
The prayer of the petition read as follows:
"I have become increasingly concerned about the speed of traffic in our street. If you support speed humps being installed maybe you would like to sign this petition.
Hope to see some action as this is a great concern."
The Board resolved that the Halberg Street petition be forwarded to the Area Traffic Engineer for comments.
4. DEPUTATIONS BY APPOINTMENT
Len Carragher, New Brighton Boardriders, and Mr Peter Stevens, New Brighton Longboarders, were in attendance to outline safety concerns on the New Brighton Pier. Messrs Carragher and Stevens were concerned at aspects raised from the Board's New Brighton Update meeting held on 18 February 1997. Both clubs felt that the contingency of allowing access to the water from the end of the Pier should be considered. This would allow safe access to the water in the case of a rescue. Mr Carragher felt that the distance of 7 metres from the Pier to the water was too far for a person to jump, and added that many people would be tempted to jump off the end of the Pier. This would be a real concern when the sea was rough, where boardriders would find it easier to jump from the end of the Pier rather than paddle out to a distance for surfing. Access would also help when boardriders were required to rescue swimmers off New Brighton beach, this would enable them to run to the end of the Pier, climb down a ladder and reach a person quickly.
After some discussion the Board resolved that the issues of safety on the Pier be forwarded to the designers, with a view to reporting back to the Board, and that designers address safety in consultation with local groups.
Mr Graham Condon and Mr Ken Southy were in attendance to request Board assistance on the maintenance of a community hall at 430 Marshland Road. Mr Condon explained that the hall had been gifted to Parafed Canterbury, and that in the past few years large sums of money had been spent bringing the hall up to an acceptable standard for community use. Mr Condon explained further that the hall was currently used by the community and that Parafed Canterbury rarely used its facilities, as it utilised space at Burwood Hospital. Mr Southy continued that Parafed Canterbury had never intended to make profits from the hall and in fact last year made a loss of $2,500. There were still issues of ongoing maintenance to be addressed and the hall was becoming a burden to Parafed Canterbury because of this.
The Board asked that Mr Condon and Mr Southy make the accounts and schedule of users available to the Community Activities Officer who could then report back to the Board.
Mr Basil Simmons, representing the Kahikatea Adventure Trust was in attendance to address the Board on the funding of Challenge Ropes Course instructors. Mr Simmons noted that he had spoken to the Board early in 1996 regarding the use of Burwood Park for this course. The project was now well underway and supported by Trust Bank and other organisations. Mr Simmons noted that the course was targeted for those people who could not afford the cost of this kind of activity themselves. Mr Simmons asked that the Board consider allocating $1,900 from its project funds to enable the training of instructors to guide people through the course.
The Board suggested that this activity would be an excellent candidate for the Hillary Commission's Local Funding Scheme and advised Mr Simmons to apply for this funding.
Mr Martin Lukes was in attendance on behalf of the Water Services Unit, to address the Board on funding options for a 1997 community planting day in the Janet Stewart Reserve. Mr Lukes informed the Board that this event had taken place in 1996 and was successful then. It was the intention of the Water Services Unit to make this an annual event, as the Janet Stewart Reserve was a large area and had the scope to become a vital community area. Mr Lukes suggested that the cost of $12,500 be shared between the Burwood/Pegasus and the Shirley/Papanui Community Boards. It was requested that the Area Parks Officer report to the Board on funding input from the Parks and Waters Services Units with regards to this event.
5. Correspondence
1. CONGESTION AT AVONDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL GATE
A letter was received from Peter and Leonie Claydon regarding traffic congestion at Avondale School gate. The Board resolved:
1. That the Chairman and Area Traffic Engineer meet with Avondale School representatives to discuss this issue.
2. That the Chairman, Board members and Area Traffic Engineer meet with Burwood and Pegasus school representatives to discuss the issues of congestion, parking and children's safety around school entranceways.
3. That the Board request the Environmental Services Manager to address parking requirements outside of educational facilities under the City Plan for Christchurch.
2. NEW BRIGHTON FORESHORE DEVELOPMENT
A letter was received from Jenny Lineham, Secretary of the New Brighton District Business Association, forwarding appreciation for the recent meeting on the New Brighton Foreshore development. Ms Lineham suggested that regular meetings be held to discuss further issues as they arose to keep local residents informed on issues. The Board resolved that the information be received.
6. ARANUI LOCAL AREA TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SCHEME
The Area Traffic Engineer reported that a well attended meeting was held on Thursday 5 December 1996 to consider safety improvement for inclusion in the Aranui LATMS. The Board resolved that the draft Aranui LATMS be circulated for public comment and that residents in the area affected be notified of this through a leaflet drop.
7. SOUTHSHORE/SOUTH NEW BRIGHTON LOCAL AREA TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SCHEME
The Area Traffic Engineer reported that the draft Southshore/South New Brighton Local Area Traffic Management Scheme had been circulated for public comment in November 1996 and that response to the LATMS had been favourable to date. The Board resolved that the Southshore/South New Brighton Local Area Traffic Management Scheme be approved as a final document.
8. CHISNALLWOOD INTERMEDIATE
The Area Traffic Engineer reported on concerns regarding traffic safety outside Chisnallwood Intermediate School. The Board resolved that the issue of child safety at Chisnallwood Intermediate School be addressed when the Board meets with local schools on the issues of traffic management and child safety outside schools.
9. GAYHURST/STRATHFIELD AVENUE PEDESTRIAN REFUGE
The Area Traffic Engineer presented a report requesting the installation of a pedestrian refuge in Gayhurst Road at Strathfield Avenue. It was resolved:
1. That the Board approve the design of a pedestrian refuge for circulation to residents and the Banks Avenue School community.
2. That the Board fund the proposed pedestrian refuge out of project funds.
10. GOLF LINKS ROAD LOADING ZONE
The Area Traffic Engineer requested the installation of a P5 loading zone in Golf Links Road outside The Palms drive-in loading area. This would allow courier vans to park in a designated area rather than parking close to pedestrian entrances. The Board resolved that a P5 loading zone time limit be created on the west side of Golf Links Road commencing at a point 140 metres from its intersection with New Brighton Road and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 8 metres.
11. TURNING POINT 2000
The Director and Co-ordinator of the Turning Point 2000 project were in attendance to address the Board on its status. The Director outlined the aims of Turning Point 2000 and its vision to encourage the fostering of close relationships within the community through events, activities and projects, celebrating the year 2000.
The Board appreciated the presentation and promised to keep Turning Point 2000 informed of any Board activities as they arose.
12. CONTRACT NO 96/97-221 - LONSDALE RECONSTRUCTION FROM KEYES ROAD TO MARINE PARADE
The Design Engineer Roading reported on a contract for the construction of kerbs, channels, asphaltic concrete paths, grass berms, landscape and tree planting, drainage works and shoulder restoration in Lonsdale Street from Keyes Road to Marine Parade. The Board were concerned that the lowest tenderer had a history of sub-standard work in the area. The Board resolved:
1. That the lowest price conforming tender of Gerry Pidgeon Ltd for the sum of $598,655.50 be accepted.
2. That the Community Manager convey the concerns of the Board regarding the standard of work of Gerry Pidgeon Ltd to the City Streets Manager, and that an assurance be sought that work is appropriately supervised and that appropriate measures are taken to prevent grass emerging through the bitumen.
13. SOUTHSHORE FORESHORE PROTECTION MEASURES
The Water Services Planning Manager reported on a course of action following consultation with local residents on the Southshore Foreshore Protection Measures. The Board resolved:
1. That the measures outlined in the report be adopted.
2. That the Southshore Ratepayers' Association be advised of the Board's decision and be requested to report to residents through the Southshore Beacon.
3. That the Environmental Services Manager be requested to advise on non-consented structures if required by the Board.
4. That money budgeted for the beach replenishment project be forwarded to fund the above measures.
14. NEW BRIGHTON BEACH PARK LANDSCAPE CONCEPT
The Parks Management Planning Officer reported on a detailed second draft plan for the New Brighton Beach Park Landscape Concept. The second draft showed more detailed design and costings and suggested staging of the Foreshore's redevelopment. The Board resolved that the information be received.
15. HAROLD HENRY PARK - PROPOSED DRAINAGE EASEMENT
The Parks Management Planning Officer reported on a request from Eliot Sinclair & Partners Ltd to create a drainage easement over Harold Henry Park. The Board resolved to recommend to the Parks and Recreation Committee that the application to create a 1.5 metre drainage easement over approximately 30 metres of Harold Henry Park at the Waitaki Street end be approved subject to conditions 1-3 in the report.
16. COMMUNITY MANAGER'S UPDATE
(a) The Community Manager reported on the efforts of the New Brighton branch of Keep Christchurch Beautiful to refurbish the public toilets at New Brighton. It was resolved that the Board acknowledge the New Brighton branch of Keep Christchurch Beautiful and the employees of PEEEPS by way of the presentation of a Community Pride Certificate and an afternoon tea prior to the April Board meeting.
(b) The Community Manager reported on a surplus of funds provided to the New Brighton District Business Association. It was resolved that the Community Manager and Chairman meet with the New Brighton District Business Association's Executive Officer with a view to arranging a programme for the best use of the residual $1,500 for employing street entertainers.
17. COMMUNITY BOARD COMMUNITY CONSULTATION
Phil Clearwater from the Spreydon/Heathcote Community Board was in attendance to clarify the Community Board Community Consultation document. The Burwood/Pegasus Community Board felt that it excelled at consultation and resolved that the Burwood/Pegasus Community Board decline the allocation of $5,100 from its 1996/97 Project and Discretionary Funds to commence phase 1 of the process.
18. JANUARY 1997 HOLIDAY PROGRAMME UPDATE
The Burwood/Pegasus Activities Co-ordinator, Shirley Service Centre reported on two holiday programmes for January 1997. The Board resolved that the information be received and that Ollie Clifton, Mita Edwards and Vanessa Taylor be thanked for their work over this period.
19. FORMATION OF THE ASCOT/FREEVILLE RESIDENTS' GROUP
The Community Activities Officer, Shirley Service Centre reported on progress towards the formation of the Ascot/Freeville Residents' Group. The first meeting of this group was set for Monday 17 March 1997. The Board resolved:
1. That subject to the group becoming an incorporated society, the Board acknowledge the Ascot/Freeville Residents' Group under the Council's Residents' Support Group Policy.
2. That the boundaries for both the Ascot/Freeville and North New Brighton Residents' Associations be approved.
3. A grant of $300 be made available to the Ascot/Freeville Residents' Group as seeding funds to help establish costs.
4. That Clare Duff be thanked for her work on this matter.
20. NOTICE OF MOTION
A notice of motion seeking the recession of a resolution adopted by the Board on 3 February 1997 regarding the installation of a basketball half court in Broad Park was received from Gail Sheriff and Carole Evans. When put to the meeting the Notice of Motion was declared lost on a show of hands 6 for and 3 against.
21. REALLOCATION OF SURPLUS DISCRETIONARY FUNDS 1996/97 AND ALLOCATION OF PROJECT AND DISCRETIONARY FUNDING 1997/98
With the leave of the meeting the Chairman asked that agenda items 23, Reallocation of Surplus Discretionary Funds 1996/97, and 24, Allocation of Project and Discretionary Funds 1997/98, be carried over to another date. The Board resolved that the Reallocation of Surplus Discretionary Funds 1996/97 and the Allocation of Project and Discretionary Funds 1997/98 be held over to a reconvened meeting of the Board on Tuesday 11 March 1997 in the Boardroom, Shirley Service Centre, 36 Marshland Road at 4.00 pm.
The meeting adjourned at 7.45 pm and was reconvened at 4.00 pm on 11 March 1997
CONFIRMED THIS 1ST DAY OF APRIL 1997
D C DOBBIE
CHAIRMAN