Tasman District
Council Golden
Bay Community Board Agenda – 12 August 2024
8 Reports
8.1
Board Report
Decision Required
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Report
To:
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Golden
Bay Community Board
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Meeting
Date:
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12
August 2024
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Report
Author:
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Abbie
Langford, Chair
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Report
Authorisers:
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Report
Number:
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RGBCB24-08-4
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1. Purpose
of the Report / Te Take mō te Pūrongo
1.1 To
provide an update on matters related to the Board.
2. Recommendation/s
/ Ngā Tūtohunga
That the Golden Bay Community Board:
1. Receives
the Board Report RGBCB24-08-4.
3.1 The following presentations were
received during Public Forum in July:
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Speaker
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Topic
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Outcome
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1.
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Bruce Collings
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Salisbury Swingbridge Restoration group
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The group which formed to reinstate the
historic swing bridge has wound up as it had been unsuccessful in sourcing
financial funding. The Community Board is extremely grateful for its efforts
on behalf of the historic swing bridge and the group
was thanked for its efforts to reinstate the structure.
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4.1 The proposed projects have been passed
to the Community Infrastructure team for feasibility. They have requested
further information regarding the projects, and are awaiting this before they
can provide more specific project costings.
4.2 A memo from Reserves and Facilities
Horticultural Officer (L Hall) is attached to provide some context around the
Rockville Pool project. (Attachment one)
4.3 A more in-depth report regarding the
Special Projects is anticipated for the 23 September Board meeting.
5. Toilets at Waitapu Bridge
5.1 Deputy
Chair Knowles has been approached by community members concerned with the state
of the toilets at the Waitapu Bridge. The toilet block was put in by Tasman
District Council who maintained it until the responsibility for the area was
returned to NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi as requested by Mana Whenua ki
Mohua. The space is an area of cultural significance, and is jointly managed by
Waka Kotahi and Mana Whenua ki Mohua.
5.2 There
is no budget or appetite by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi to maintain the
toilet facility. Tasman District Council will also not fund the maintenance of
this facility as it is not council owned.
5.3 Deputy
Chair Knowles would like the Community Board to request action, to ensure
public health is maintained, and that the area remains clean and tidy for
people to enjoy.
6. Seagrass
decline in Wanganui Inlet
6.1 Board Member Dixon would like to direct the Board’s attention
to the decline of seagrass in the Whanganui Inlet
6.2 Seagrass
is a critical plant species in estuary environments. It provides habitat for a
wide range of invertebrates and spawning grounds for fish. These, in turn, are
vitally important food sources for birdlife, both local and migratory, and
kaimoana valued by humans. Seagrass beds are also important for maintaining the
stability and structural integrity of estuary sediment.
6.3 The
seagrass beds in Whanganui Inlet have experienced a gradual reduction in area
over the last 75 years with a over a massive decline observed since 2013. There
are a few possible drivers of this decline; runoff from surrounding land,
sedimentation, disease, and marine heatwaves. The latter is the most cause of
the recent large scale loss, but other factors may have also contributed.
6.4 The
full implications of the disappearance of seagrass beds from large parts of
Whanaganui Inlet on the wider ecosystem are unknown, but studies in other
similar cases have shown negative flow-on effects. One trend that has been seen
is a significant drop in the number of godwits feeding in the Inlet since 2013.
There is an updated report on the Whanaganui Inlet seagrass being released
later this year which will hopefully shed more light on what is going on.
6.5 While
the Board has little powers to directly influence the situation, it is
important we are aware of this ongoing environmental change and the
implications it could have. We can also support further research, and any
future remediation initiatives to help restore this taonga.
6.6 The
full report “Whanganui Inlet Broad scale Temporal
Changes in Seagrass Extent 1948-2024” can
be accessed online at www.tasman.govt.nz
(search: “Whanganui Inlet Seagrass report”.
7. Upcoming
Draft Bylaws consultation
7.1 The following draft bylaws are
open for public consultation between 26 July and the 27 August 2024:
· Cat Management Bylaw
· Dog Control Bylaw
· Public Place Bylaw
· Public Water Supply Bylaw
· Navigation Safety Bylaw (consultation 1 August to 1 September 2024)
7.2 Summaries
of information and a statement of proposal (which includes the draft bylaw) are
available for the public to view at Tasman District Council Service Centres and
Libraries.
7.3 Submissions
can be made online at http://shape.tasman.govt.nz/ during the
consultation period.
8.1 The
Council wants to ensure Tasman District’s public spaces are safe and
enjoyable for all residents with our Public Places Bylaw. Key issues include
enhancing public health and safety, minimising nuisances, and regulating
trading activities. For some areas, we are aiming to streamline processes by
moving away from permits and licences and instead setting out conditions for
each activity.
8.2 Trading
in Parks and Reserves - Unless written permission has been granted by the
Council, trading in all parks and reserves is prohibited. This is to retain the
special character they have as commercial free zones. The Council can make
exceptions to this for special events.
8.3 Mobile
trading - The draft bylaw proposes that the mobile trading is a permitted
activity that doesn't require a licence or permit. Instead, mobile traders must
follow the requirements set out in the bylaw about where they can operate, for
how long and other conditions. The draft bylaw also has provision for fining
mobile traders who do not comply with the conditions set out.
8.4 Commercial
Services - Any permanent or semi-permanent commercial
services in a public place, such as operating permanent coffee
carts, must first establish a formal agreement with the Council.
8.5 Street
Fundraising - Not-for-profit organisations can carry out street fundraising
without written permission from Council, provided they meet the conditions set
out in the bylaw. These include criteria such as ensuring pedestrian access is
unobstructed, not operating after 6pm and not causing unreasonable annoyance /
harassment to the public.
8.6 Busking
- The draft bylaw proposes that busking is a permitted activity which
doesn't require a permit or licence. Instead, the regulations buskers must
comply with are included in the bylaw. These include conditions such as
allowing unobstructed passage for pedestrians and changing location after two
hours.
8.7 Retail
displays on footpaths - The proposed bylaw does not require a licence or
permit to have a free standing advertising sign (commonly known as a sandwich
board).
8.8 Instead,
the regulations are included in the bylaw. These include requirements such as
only having one sign per business, placing the sandwich board on the roadside
edge of the footpath, and allowing two metres of clear footpath after the sign
has been placed for pedestrian access. The draft bylaw includes regulation on
sizing for signs and does not permit flags.
8.9 If
the footpath is not wide enough to accommodate two metres of clear footpath for
pedestrians, the sandwich board would not be permitted under the draft bylaw.
8.10 We
received feedback from disability and low vision advocates around the hazard
the signage and flags can pose, particularly when used without a consistent
approach. For this reason we also considered whether sandwich boards should be
prohibited.
8.11 Another
option considered was to have different rules for different parts of the
district so that sandwich boards could still be used on narrower footpaths in
townships such as Tākaka.
8.12 You
can have your say on which of these options you prefer when you make a
submission on the draft public places bylaw.
8.13 The
draft bylaw also has provision for fining retailers who do not comply with the
regulations set out.
8.14 Outdoor
Dining - The proposed bylaw requires a licence to occupy when a food
business wishes to use public pavements for outdoor dining. This licence
reserves the space for the exclusive use of the business for outdoor dining
purposes and contributes to the general upkeep of the pavement. Council may
offer a smoke/vape free discount on the licence to occupy fee for businesses
who voluntarily maintain their outdoor dining areas as smoke and vape-free
zones.
8.15 Submissions
can be made online at http://shape.tasman.govt.nz/ during the
consultation period.
9.1 Feedback
is requested by 27 August 2024.
9.2 The
early engagement showed a strong level of community support for introducing a
Cat Management Bylaw. While the initial proposal was to require
microchipping and registration on the National Companion Animal Register,
we also received significant feedback (89%) in support of de-sexing also
being a requirement. In response to this feedback, de-sexing has been included
in the draft Cat Management Bylaw.
9.3 These
are key steps in promoting responsible cat ownership and minimizing potential
nuisance issues caused by cats.
9.4 The
bylaw is different to feral cat management which is dealt with through our Pest
Management Plan.
9.5 Microchipping
and registration support cat welfare by quickly reuniting lost cats with their
families, while reducing the financial burden on rescue centres. For example,
when a lost cat cannot easily be identified and reunited with their family, the
rescue centres and vets use valuable resources caring for the cat, trying to
track down their owners and if all else fails, rehoming the cat. A quick
reunion also places far less stress on a displaced cat.
9.6 De-sexing
cats will reduce the number of unwanted and stray kittens, once again reducing
strain on rescue centres and minimizing nuisance. A de-sexed cat is also less
inclined to roam, which may reduce instances of cats becoming lost or injured,
fighting, or causing issues on neighbouring properties.
9.7 It
would be good for the Board to submit to this bylaw. There is likely to be
significant interest in this bylaw.
10. Takaka
Hill repair work
10.1 I would like the
board to consider writing to Waka Kotahi regarding time frames for repairs to
the Takaka Hill section of undercutting, that has necessitated a one way
section which is being controlled by lights.
10.2 It
would be good for the board and the Golden Bay community to have an
understanding of the intended repair and ongoing management of the Hill.
11. Water Conservation Order
11.1 The Board recently had the
opportunity to meet with Joseph Thomas and Murray Close who is the appointed
ESR Reviewer for the Conservation Order.
11.2 Murray spent time in Golden
Bay visiting the Arthur Marble catchment areas, talking to landowners, and
visiting the Springs. He is planning to have a draft plan by the end of
September. He will present his plan, get feedback, and then make final recommendations
to council by Christmas.
12. Golden
Bay Promotions Association Annual Membership
12.1 The Board has received its annual membership
renewal for Bronze Membership of the Golden Bay Promotion Association (GBPA).
(Attachment two)
12.2 GBPA advises:
In the past
year 18,092 people have come through the Visitor Centre doors, and our
www.goldenbaynz.co.nz website attracted over 32,000 new viewers. Our local map
is produced annually and 40,000 visitors use this when they are here.
Our Kiwibank
service agent at the Visitor Centre offers:
· Cash and card services
· Account services
· Online banking
· ID verification
· Cash exchanges for floats including non-Kiwibank customers
Your membership with Golden Bay
Promotion Association is an important part of making this town the successful
visitor destination it has become, and you are part of making that happen.
13.1 The Action sheet is attached for inclusion in the agenda.
(Attachment three)
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Special
Projects Funding memo from Reserves & Facilities staff
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Golden Bay
Promotion Association membership invoice
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3.⇩
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Action
Sheet - August
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