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I hereby give notice that a meeting of the

MAUNGAKIEKIE COMMUNITY BOARD

will be held as follows:

DATE:

Monday, 12 February 2007

 

 

TIME:

6:00 pm

 

 

VENUE:

Onehunga Community Centre

 

83 Church Street

 

Onehunga

Janine Chisholm

ACTING DEMOCRACY ADVISOR

Members:

Mrs

Bridget

Graham [Chairman]

Mr

Geoff

Abbott, JP [Deputy Chairman]

Mr

Brett

Clark

Ms

Barbara

Insull

Mrs

Jen

Livingstone

Cr

John

Hinchcliff, CNZM

Cr

Richard

Northey, ONZM

  1. Top APOLOGIES

    An apology has been received from Councillor Northey for non-attendance.

  2. Top CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

    The minutes of the Maungakiekie Community Board meeting held on Wednesday 15 November 2006 to be confirmed as a true and correct record.

  3. Top EXTRAORDINARY BUSINESS

    Section 46A(7) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 (as amended) states:

    "An item that is not on the agenda for a meeting may be dealt with at that meeting if-

    (a)

    The local authority by resolution so decides; and

    (b)

    The presiding member explains at the meeting at a time when it is open to the public,-

     

    (i)

    The reason why the item is not on the agenda; and

     

    (ii)

    The reason why the discussion of the item cannot be delayed until a subsequent meeting."

    Section 46A(7A) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 (as amended) states:

    "Where an item is not on the agenda for a meeting,-

    (a)

    That item may be discussed at that meeting if-

     

    (i)

    That item is a minor matter relating to the general business of the local authority; and

     

    (ii)

    The presiding member explains at the beginning of the meeting, at a time when it is open to the public, that the item will be discussed at the meeting; but

    (b)

    no resolution, decision, or recommendation may be made in respect of that item except to refer that item to a subsequent meeting of the local authority for further discussion."

  4. Top PUBLIC FORUM

    A period of time (approximately 20 minutes) is set aside for members of the public to address the meeting on matters within its delegated authority.  A maximum of 5 minutes per item is allowed, following which there may be questions from members.

    The following requests have been received to address the meeting:

    4.1. PARKING IN ELLERSLIE-CHRISTINE FOLEY, MANAGER ELLERSLIE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

    Christine Foley, manager Ellerslie Business Association, wishes to address the Board regarding parking in Ellerslie.

  5. Top NAMING OF A PUBLIC ROAD OFF LEONARD ROAD TO 'LEON LEICESTER AVENUE'

    K Solomona

     

    Team Leader Data Stewards

    7 November 2006

    Reporting to the Board on the results of Auckland City Environments survey for the proposed naming of the unnamed public road between Leonard Road and the Fulton Hogan Quarry.

    Recommending that the name 'Leon Leicester Avenue' for the unnamed public road between Leonard Road and the Fulton Hogan Quarry be approved.

    [ATTACHMENT 5]

    Pages 1-8

  6. Top SURVEY RESULTS FOR THE RENAMING OF ONEHUNGA MALL TO ONEHUNGA MAINSTREET

    K Solomona

     

    Team Leader Data Stewards

    12 January 2007

    Reporting to the Board the results of Auckland City Environments survey on the renaming proposal for Onehunga Mall.

    Recommending that the Board notes that the required 75 percent approval rate has not been achieved for a name change from Onehunga Mall to 'Onehunga Mainstreet'.

    [ATTACHMENT 6]

    Pages 9-10

  7. Top SIGNS AND BILLBOARDS BYLAWS

    A Milina

     

    Democracy Advisor

    23 January 2007

    Attaching copies of the Statement of Proposal and the proposed Signs and Billboard Bylaws. Submissions close on Friday 2 March 2007.

    Main changes proposed in the reviewed signs bylaw

    • Business zones 1, 2, 3, mixed-use, and the central area (CBD)

    • no signs as of right above the veranda line (being 3m in business zones 1, 2 and the CBD, and 4m in business 3 and mixed-use zones)
    • twenty per cent of frontage below veranda line and facing public space can be covered in signage
    • a veranda fascia sign of up to 300mm in height
    • one under veranda sign per full 5m of frontage.
    • Business zones 4 to 8 signs can go up to 6m and utilise double amount of signage allowed in business 1, 2, 3, mixed-use and CBD
    • a selection of approved sign types
    • all signs must comply with the bylaw within 18 months
    • businesses on Waiheke Island have similar provisions to those of business zones 1 and 2 but with a lower overall quantity of signage.

    Main changes proposed in the reviewed billboards bylaw

    In the CBD:

    • no billboards allowed in the valley between Symonds Street and Hobson Street ridges, plus Karangahape Road, Viaduct Harbour and an area around Victoria Park Market
    • billboards are allowed on buildings in the rest of the CBD
    • no freestanding billboards allowed in any part of the CBD.

    In the CBD and through the isthmus:

    • maximum area of 20 per cent of the wall the billboard is on or 50m², whichever is smaller
    • all billboards must comply with the bylaw within 18 months, unless they are in areas with centre plans or character overlays, in which case the period is 12 months.

    In the isthmus, the following provisions have been retained from the existing billboards bylaw:

    • billboards allowed only in business zones 4, 5 and 6
    • maximum size of 13m by 6m if freestanding.

    Recommending that the Board consider whether it wishes to make a submission on these bylaws.

    [ATTACHMENT 7]

    Pages 11-50

  8. Top REMUNERATION - 2007/2008 INDICATIVE POOL

    M Skelton

     

    Support Services Manager, Democracy Services

    8 January 2007

    Reporting on the process that Council will need to follow in order to meet the Remuneration Authority deadline for the distribution of the net pool among elected members for the 2007/2008 financial year, and providing two options for the Board's consideration.

    Recommending that option one be the preferred option on the basis that it maintains existing relativities between the categories of elected representatives.

    [ATTACHMENT 8]

    Pages 51-64

  9. Top 2007/2008 SLIPS

    A Milina

     

    Democracy Advisor

    23 January 2007

    At its April 2007 meeting the Board will have its first opportunity to approve projects for funding from its 2007/2008 SLIPs budget. In the meantime the Board is asked to consider whether it wishes to visit any of the projects.

    Recommending that the Board identify projects on the attached list that it wishes to be included on a SLIPs tour to be held during March, and determine a date for this tour.

    [ATTACHMENT 9]

    Pages 65-100  

  10. Top 2006/2007 DISCRETIONARY FUNDING - ONEHUNGA COMBINED SPORTS TRUST

    B Clark

     

    Board Member

    5 February 2007

    Providing the Board with the opportunity to consider allocating Discretionary Funding to the Onehunga Combined Sports Trust to assist with the costs for erecting fencing around the number one soccer pitch at Waikaraka Park.

    Recommending that the Board consider the application.

    [ATTACHMENT 10]

    Pages 101-102

  11. Top NEW ZEALAND COMMUNITY BOARDS CONFERENCE

    A Milina

     

    Democracy Advisor

    11 January 2007

    The next New Zealand Community Boards conference is scheduled to be held at the TelstraClear Pacific Events Centre, Manukau City, from 7-9 June 2007. The theme of the conference is "Leading to Safer Communities" and aims to provide practical tools to achieve safe communities. Early Bird registration is $500 if paid prior to 1 March 2007.

    Recommending that the Board consider whether it wishes to nominate a member or members to attend this conference.

  12. Top WOODEN CASE FOR POHUTUKAWA BOWL

    A Milina

     

    Democracy Advisor

    5 February 2007

    Providing the Board with an opportunity for discussion regarding the possibility of a SLIPs project to purchase a case to house the pohutukawa bowl produced from the wood of the pohutakawa tree felled at 21 Mt Smart Road, Royal Oak.

    Recommending that the Board consider the proposal.

  13. Top 2006/2007 EVENTS AND DISCRETIONARY FUNDING - ANZAC DAY 2007

    A Milina

     

    Democracy Advisor

    5 February 2007

    The Board is asked to consider whether it wishes to allocate funding for this year's ANZAC day services.

    Recommending that the Board allocates funding from its 2006/2007 Discretionary Funding budget to the Onehunga Returned Services Association to help cover the costs of this year's ANZAC day services.

  14. Top RESPONSE TO BOARDS ANNUAL PLAN DIRECTION SETTING 2007/2008  

    A Milina

     

    Democracy Advisor

    5 February 2007

    At its meeting held on 15 November 2006 the Maungakiekie Community Board resolved inter-alia as follows:

    1. "That the Board endorses the 2007-2010 list of Capital Expenditure projects for the Maungakiekie Ward subject to:
    • The Ellerslie Recreation Sports Club renewal and vent project being deferred until the proposed new sports facilities have been built at Michaels Avenue Reserve and the soccer and cricket clubs have been relocated"

    Attaching for the Board's information the response from Council officers to this request.

    Recommending that the information be received.

    [ATTACHMENT 14]

    Pages 103-104

  15. Top CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED

    15.1. ONEHUNGA LADIES BENEVOLENT SOCIETY

    Correspondence from the Onehunga Ladies Benevolent Society Incorporated thanking the Board for its Discretionary Funding grant of $1,000 for the ongoing work of the Society, has been received.

    Recommending that the correspondence be received.

    ATTACHMENT 15.1 Pages 105-106

    15.2. MIGRANTS SUPPORT SERVICES

    Correspondence from Migrants Support Services Incorporated thanking the Board for its congratulatory letter received for the awarding of the Queen's Service Medal to Shankar Nair.

    Recommending that the correspondence be received.

    ATTACHMENT 15.2 Pages 107-108

  16. Top NOTICE OF MOTION—BRIDGET GRAHAM

    B Graham

     

    Chairperson

    2 February 2007

    The attached Notice of Motion has been received from the Chairperson.

    Recommending that the Board removes Board Member Geoff Abbott from his role as Board Deputy Chair and that the Board appoints Board Member Brett Clark as the Board Deputy Chair.

    [ATTACHMENT 16]

    Pages 109-110

  17. Top ELLERSLIE FUTURE FRAMEWORK

    B Graham

     

    Chairperson

    2 February 2007

    Reporting on consultation for the Ellerslie Future Framework.

    Recommending further effort be made to ensure that all residents in the affected area are aware of the exact nature of the changes proposed.

    [ATTACHMENT 17]

    Pages 111-112

  18. Top TRANSIT MEETING REGARDING STATE HIGHWAY 20

    B Graham

     

    Chairperson

    2 February 2007

    Reporting on the transit meeting regarding State Highway 20 held 31 January 2007.

    Recommending the information of the Chairperson be received.

    [ATTACHMENT 18]

    Pages 113-114

  19. Top CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT

    Providing the Chairperson with an opportunity to update the Board on the projects and issues that she has been involved with since the last meeting.

    This is an information only item and if the Chairperson wishes any action to be taken upon this item, a written report must be provided for inclusion on the agenda.

    [ATTACHMENT 19]

    Pages 115-116

  20. Top BOARD MEMBERS' REPORTS

    Providing the Board Members with an opportunity to update the Board on the projects and issues they have been involved with since the last meeting.

    This is an information item only, and if the Board members wish any action to be taken upon this item, a written report must be provided for inclusion in the agenda.

  21. Top COUNCILLORS' REPORT

    Providing the Councillors with an opportunity to update the Board on the projects and issues that they have been involved with since the last meeting.

    This is an information item only and if the Councillors wish any action to be taken under this item, a written report must be provided for inclusion on the agenda.

  22. Top REPORTS REQUESTED PENDING

    A Milina

     

    Democracy Advisor

    2 February 2007

    Advising of the reports requested/pending.

    Recommending that the reports requested/pending as of February 2007 be received.

    [ATTACHMENT 22]

    Pages 117-118

  23. Top GROUP ACTIVITY REPORTS

    A Milina

     

    Democracy Advisor

    2 February 2007

    Attaching activity reports and statistics from the various groups within Auckland City.

    Recommending that the Group Activity Reports for the months of November and December 2006 be received.

    [ATTACHMENT 23]

    Pages 119-154

  24. Top COMMUNITY BOARDS ACHIEVEMENT REGISTER

    A Milina

     

    Democracy Advisor

    2 February 2007

    Providing the Board with an opportunity to submit items arising from agenda reports, Boards' spokesperson reports and general Board activity for inclusion in an Achievement Register.

    Recommending that the Board consider what, if any, achievements from the meeting will be included in the Achievement Register.

     

     

  25. Top EXCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC : LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL INFORMATION AND MEETINGS ACT 1987

    J Chisholm

     

    Acting Democracy Advisor

    2 February 2007

    Section 48, Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987:

    The following motion is submitted for consideration:

    That the public be excluded from the following part(s) of the proceedings of this meeting.

    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:

    Item No.

    General subject of each matter to be considered

    Reason for passing this resolution in relation to each matter

    Ground(s) under section 48(1) for the passing of this resolution

    C1.

    Mayoral Living Legends Award

    Good Reason to withhold exists under section 7

    Section 48(1)(a)

    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 relevant part of the proceedings of the meeting in public are as follows:

    Item No.

    Reason to withhold information under section 7

     

    C1.

    To protect the privacy of natural persons, including that of deceased natural persons.

    [Section 7(2)(a)]

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