Minutes of Council Meeting

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HASTINGS DISTRICT COUNCIL

MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE COUNCIL HELD IN THE Council Chamber, Ground Floor, Civic Administration Building, Lyndon Road East, Hastings ON Tuesday, 12 March 2019 AT 9.00am

Present:	Mayor Hazlehurst (Chair) Councillors Barber, Dixon, Harvey, Heaps, Kerr, Lawson, Nixon, O’Keefe, Poulain, Redstone, Schollum, Travers and Watkins.
IN ATTENDANCE:	Chief Executive (Mr N Bickle) Group Manager: Asset Management (Mr C Thew) Parks and Property Services Manager (Mr C Hosford) Parks Planning and Development Manager (Ms R Stuart) Manager: Democracy and Governance Services (Mrs J Evans) Committee Secretary (Mrs C Hunt)
AS REQUIRED:	Submitters Speaking: David Renouf (1); Barbara Mawson (12); Oliver Styles (18); Rebecca Hill (36); Cornwall Park Playcentre (Margaret McBride) (34 and 56); Hana Ruth (37); Friends of Cornwall Park (Marina Dinsdale) (39); Elizabeth Carr ( 42); Jenny Epplett (43); Nichola Dickinson (44); Playcentre New Zealand (Paulene Gibbons) (47); Krystal Neho on behalf of Amy Hopkinson-Styles (49); Peter McNab (50); Ruth Vincent ( 51) Alice Corkran (57) and Linda Bruce (41)
	Members of the public were present in the gallery. A full list of people who made submissions is attached.

1. Prayer

The opening prayer was given by Councillor Barber.

2. Apologies

Leave of Absence had previously been granted to Councillor Lyons.

RULING OF THE CHAIR

Mayor Hazlehurst/Councillor Harvey

That in accordance with paragraph 13.3 of Standing Orders Her Worship the Mayor exercised her discretion to waive the need for Councillors to stand to speak during a Council meeting.

CARRIED

3. Seal Register – This was not tabled for this meeting.

4. Conflicts of Interest

There were no declarations of conflicts of interest.

5. Confirmation of Minutes

Mayor Hazlehurst/Councillor Redstone

That the minutes of the Extraordinary Council Meeting held Wednesday, 13 February 2019 (Raureka Parks Reserve Management Plan) and minutes of the Council meeting held Tuesday 5 March 2019 (Cape Kidnappers), including minutes while the public were excluded be confirmed as a true and correct record and be adopted.

CARRIED

Consideration of Submissions on Draft Cornwall Park Reserve Management Plan

(Document 18/1271)

Mayor Hazlehurst advised that an email (CFM-17-66-19-179) had been received from Patricia Reddy (Submission No. 41) withdrawing her submission.

David Renouf (1) spoke to his submission and highlighted the following points:

· Displayed at the meeting was a map (CG-14-39-00012) of Hastings from 1938 when streams ran through the City.

· The name of the stream running through Cornwall Park be investigated and corrected.

· To improve water quality need to increase quantity of water into the stream.

· Undertake to seal the pond because significant amount of seepage occurs out of pond.

· Install sediment weirs near the stormwater discharge points and regularly remove collected sediment.

· Request daily, weekly, annual maintenance programme be instigated.

Barbara Mawson (12) spoke to her submission and highlighted the following points:

· Pathway improvements including at the Tomoana Road entrance become a higher priority in the Action Plan to improve accessibility for people with mobility issues.

· Supported the inclusion of shade and seating in the new children's playground.

· Accessibility compromised with a number of walkways being disconnected with high kerbs.

· Improve accessibility for people with mobility issues.

· Bus stop relocated from the Osmanthus Garden.

· Toilets closed at 6pm during daylight saving.

· Timeframes for improvements 4-7 years away and would like brought forward.

Rebecca Hill (36) spoke to her submission and highlighted the following points:

· Requested that the Cornwall Park Playcentre be retained within its current building on the Park.

· Relocation of the Playcentre would incur substantial financial costs.

· Requested renewal of the lease to Cornwall Park Playcentre and change of lease terms to enable the hire of the building to other not for profit users.

· Endorse expansion of building as recommended by officers.

· Change of park and zoning.

· Area that would be playcentres to have set up as playcentre and place that community could hire.

· Recently been reroofed and repainted – unaware of any major maintenance required.

Oliver Styles (18) spoke to his submission supporting the Cornwall Park Playcentre lease renewal in the current building.

President, (Margaret McBride), Cornwall Park Playcentre (34) and (56) together with Rebecca Hill spoke to the submission and highlighted the following points:

· Requests the renewal of the lease to Cornwall Park Playcentre.

· Change the lease terms to enable the hire of the building to other not for profit uses.

· Subsequent to submission officers have proposed an extension option.

· Preferred option would be renewing lease but would work with Council’s extension option to retain the Playcentre in the park.

· Would need secure long term lease or ownership of the Playcentre.

· Exclusive use of building during playcentre hours.

· The plan is currently high level and happy to work with Council in design options

· Discussion with cost sharing – Playcentre would seek to contribute to extension

· One year extension was acceptable while this feasibility work could be done.

· Committed to being in Cornwall Park.

· Would be a financial burden to the Cornwall Park Playcentre to relocate.

· Playcentre obtains some funding from the Ministry of Education but a move such as this would require a huge effort in finding a contributor outside of MOE or Playcentre Aotearoa.

· Current lease was for 12 years and renewal would need to be at least that.

Mayor Hazlehurst and Chief Executive withdrew from the meeting at 10.00am.

Deputy Mayor Kerr assumed the role of Chair.

Hana Ruth (37) spoke to her submission supporting the Council option to renovate the building to accommodate playcentre and community and lease renewal in the current building.

Friends of Cornwall Park Marina Dinsdale (39) spoke on behalf of 107 members and highlighted the following points:

· Support the provision of new toilets in the vicinity of the new children’s playground.

· Notices around the park requiring dogs to be on leads and offence to disturb or harm wildlife.

· Requested the aviary be upgraded urgently for the wellbeing of the birds, especially the cockatoos.

· Supported the plaque to be reinstated on the pillars at the park and playground upgrade.

· Requested the sealing of the gravel pathways throughout the park which were unsafe especially in winter.

· Requested that the Native Garden area be beautified with native flax planting that produce flowers and nectar providing food and shelter for wildlife - removal of plants has led to weeds.

· That it is fundamental that all three waterbodies provide clean flowing water for bird and fish life - they are currently dirty and draw many negative comments.

· While supporting the restoration programme, requested in the first instance the implementation of a regular maintenance and cleaning programme for the waterbodies.

· Request the provision of more shrubs and trees around the waterways for wildlife, to offer protection from predators and children.

· The park is full of weeds, and there is concern about the outsourcing of the maintenance to another company.

· Requested a full time dedicated staff to this premier playground.

· One of three main assets of Hastings being the Hawke’s Bay Opera House, Town Clock Tower and Cornwall Park.

· Playcentre should be restored and be used by everybody.

· Gardeners need to have their time to garden without worrying about rubbish bins.

· Suggested a sensor be installed in the glass house as a security during the night.

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The meeting adjourned for morning tea at 10.35am

and reconvened at 10.55am

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Ruth Vincent (51) spoke to her submission supporting the lease renewal for the Cornwall Park Playcentre in the current building.

Alice Corkan (57) spoke to her submission supporting the lease renewal for the Cornwall Park Playcentre in the current building.

Mayor Hazlehurst rejoined the meeting at 11.15am and reassumed the role of Chair.

Elizabeth Carr (42) spoke to her submission and highlighted the following points:

· Support returning the former tea kiosk to original design and support its use for maximum benefit of all community.

· This is enjoyed by many - the health of the birds is paramount.

· Keep unauthorised vehicles from the park, and retain the significant rock rubble walls and seats.

· Supported the investment in the playground due to its popularity but would like more swings available for 3-4 and older children.

· Update the plan to mark carparking spaces and make creation of angle parking a higher priority.

· Requests a higher level of maintenance required of weeding and pruning.

· There is planning for improving parking but would like an interim measure of double yellow lines by culverts to prevent car parking over driveways etc.

· Over last few years when there have been no permanent staff there are now a lot of weeds.

· Budget for ongoing maintenance that is required included care of birds, trees and annual inspection of arborist.

· Extensions to playgrounds – consider few more swings that are bigger than for toddlers.

Councillor Nixon withdrew from the meeting at 11.30am

	Jenny Epplett (43) spoke to her submission and highlighted the following points: · Support Playcentre lease renewal in current building. · Playcentre is for all the family. · Visible in public place become part of community.
	Nichola Dickenson (44) requested that the playground equipment that was being replaced be relocated to Tamatea Street Reserve. It was noted that for Health and Safety reasons the playground equipment was not fit for relocation. However, officers would consult with the community for the provision of a new modest playground in the Mahora area next financial year.
	Conclusion of morning verbal submissions
	The Parks Planning and Development Manager, Ms Stuart displayed a powerpoint presentation (CFM-17-8-10-19-111) providing an overview of the consultation and submissions to the Cornwall Park Reserve Management Plan. As an administering body under the Reserves Act 1977, the Hastings District Council was required to prepare Reserve Management Plans for the reserves under its management. The Plans identify issues, objectives and policies for the use, development, management and protection of the reserves within the District. Fifty seven written submissions were received. The Draft Cornwall Park Reserve Management Plan was prepared taking into account all the identified issues and opportunities raised during the initial consultation regarding: · Waterbodies · Children’s Playground · Toilet Facilities · Historical and Cultural Values · Tree Management · Osmanthus Garden · Bird Aviary · Parking and accessibility · Commercial Activities · Former Tea Kiosk Building; and the · Cricket Green
Councillor Barber left the meeting at 12.00.
	_________________________ The meeting adjourned for lunch at 12.00pm and reconvened at 1.00 pm _________________________
	Playcentre New Zealand, Pauline Gibbons (47) spoke to her submission and highlighted the following points: · Supported Playcentre lease renewal in current building. · The idea of an extension is well worth further investigation and scoping. Some main points of interest would be: - the amount of investment needed by the Playcentre, and the ownership status - how the building (both the Playcentre “end” and the communal part) would comply with Ministry of Education requirements, and align with best practice in Early Childhood Education - the redesign of the outdoor area to meet playground standards, and be of a good size
Councillors Nixon, Schollum and Redstone rejoined the meeting at 1.10pm
	- the process that would be necessary if the Playcentre, in the future, wished to open for additional sessions - the process for regular occurrences such as Playcentre meetings, working bees, parent education workshops, etc – where the centre members would need access to the kitchen/toilets, outside of session times. · At this point the changes you suggest for the Draft Cornwall Park Reserve Management Plan, granting one year’s extension to the lease for the Playcentre during which time a feasibility investigation is carried out, seem a wise way to proceed. · NZ Playcentre Federation Building Fund $200,000, is an amount that can be applied for annually, but only once for each project.
	Krystal Neho spoke on behalf Amy Hopkinson-Styles (49) supporting the Cornwall Park Lease renewal in the current building.
	Peter McNab (50) spoke to his submission and highlighted the following points: · Did not support the introduction of angle parking in Roberts Street due to health and safety risk. · Reversing out of angle park could be an issue as the driver’s view of a small child would be obstructed by the passenger door. · Provision of angle parking in his opinion would not significantly increase the provision of parking.
	Linda Bruce (41) displayed a powerpoint presentation and spoke to her submission and highlighted the following points: · Cultural values included in the Cornwall Park and all public spaces in the district. · Cultural mission statement that guides aesthetics. · Our public spaces should represent this community and this place. · Use the concept of a heart line to encircle the park with kowhaiwhai design. · Improve contemporary social and cultural wellbeing: - through innovative planning and design achieve - a sympathetic balance of the retention of historic features and new developments guided by bi-cultural philosophy and contemporary aesthetics to ensure public spaces reflect our diverse community and are relevant to the needs of today’s young and future generations. · Under Recreation and Leisure add: - include the provision of play experiences throughout the park to encourage adventure/exploratory/discovery/free play. - EIT Idea School would be open to future collaboration with council – stronger working relationship.
	This concluded the verbal submissions.

Councillors Harvey and Nixon left the meeting at 2.00pm

Mayor Hazlehurst requested Ms Stuart to address Remedy 17 recommendations while submitters on the Cornwall Park Lease were still present.

The Parks Planning and Development Manager, Ms Stuart advised that 35 submissions had been received relating to the provisions included in the Plan with regard to the former tea kiosk building and the lease to the playcentre. There was also a desire from some submitters to restore the historic building for future generations.

Officers had met with an architect and builder to consider possible solutions that could address the issues raised. The building could be restored and upgraded and the Playcentre could build an extension at the rear of the building.

A feasibility study would be required to investigate possible solutions and it was recommended that the lease of the Playcentre be extend to September 2020.

REMEDY 17 : SECTION 5.3 LEASES

The Council amended 5.3.9 of the Officer’s recommendations as follows:

5.3.9 Investigate the feasibility, including financial implications of:

(a) building a purpose built playcentre adjacent to the existing building and the practicality of shared community use of the existing building;

(b) relocation of Cornwall Park Playcentre to a new park location; and

(c) the costs of restoring the building back to its original condition and upgrade for either community use or commercial use; and potential investment partners, sponsors and community funds to contribute; and report back to Council 6 months prior to the expiry of the extended lease on 10 September 2020.

The Council agreed with the remainder of the recommendations for Remedy 17.

The Parks Planning and Development Manager, Ms Stuart continued the powerpoint presentation (CFM-17-8-10-19-111).

Ms Stuart advised that as a result of submissions made, the programmed capital expenditure remained unchanged. However if all submissions requesting additional facilities were allowed, this would increase the unprogrammed capital expenditure by $1,330,000 plus $80,000 over the current Long Term Plan period.

Following discussion and inclusion of additional items a revised budget was presented.

BUDGET

The Council agreed to adopt the revised budget below bringing forward funding for:

· Aviary ($75,000) 2020/2021

· Viewing Platform for the Osmanthus Garden to 2020/2021 for completion for the 41^st anniversary of the Osmanthus Garden ($75,000) in March 2021.

· New Rose Garden Walkway ($40,000) 2020/2021

· New Duck Pond Walkway ($65,000) 2020/2021

· New Cricket Walkway ($100,000) 2020/2021

· Stream Lake Viewing ($100,000) 2020/2021

· Duck Pond and Stream Enhancements 2019/2020

Unbudgeted items included were:

Tree Labels ($5,000)

Exercise Equipment ($50,000)

Redwood Tree Art ($50,000)

Adopted Cornwall Park Action and Funding Plan

CORNWALL PARK FUNDING AND ACTION PLAN
Description	18/19	19/20	20/21	21/22	TOTAL
Playground Stage 1	$495,000	$495,000
Toilet		$170,000
Grass Embankments				$20,000
Osmanthus Viewing			$75,000
Pathway Lighting				$5,000
Tree Uplighting				$50,000
Playground Stage 2	$360,000	$140,000
Event Seating				$10,000
Playground Shade		$100,000
New Cricket Walkway			$100,000
New Rose Garden Walkway			$40,000
New Duck Pond Walkway			$65,000
New Fountain Walkway		$90,000
Stream/Lake Viewing				$100,000
Aviary Enhancements			$75,000
Tree Labels			$5,000
Redwood Tree Art		$50,000
Exercise Equipment				$50,000
Duck Pond and Stream		$170,000	$215,000
Path Networks				$150,000
EXISTING FUNDS	$495,000	$665,000		$385,000	$1,545,000
REALLOCATED FUNDS	$360,000*	$550,000*	$575,000*		$1,485,000
TOTAL FUNDS	$855,000	$1,215,000	$575,000	$385,000	$3,030,000

	Portfolio leaders to assist in organising a fundraising plan to raise $200,000 for additional items.
	The meeting then addressed submissions requiring minor amendments and the Officer Recommendations regarding the Remedies.
	REMEDY 1: INTRODUCTION SECTION The Council agreed with the Officer’s recommendation that the Plan be amended by adding the following wording: In December 1898, it was announced in the Hastings Standard that J N Williams (1837-1915) had “presented the Borough with a public park” from recorded proceedings at a Hastings Borough Council meeting. The Hastings Borough Council minutes record this in December 1898: “That this Council of behalf of the residents of Hastings accent Mr J N Williams a hearty vote of thanks for his magnificent gift of a piece of land to the Borough for the purpose of a Park and recreation grounds.” However, in what appears to be pencil and in different handwriting, a sentence was later added to the above minute after “Mr J N Williams”: “as representing the transferring of the property”. This likely explains the reason why Archdeacon Samuel Williams’s (1822-1907) daughters, Mrs Lucy Warren and Miss Lydia Williams, donated Cornwall Park to the people of Hastings in 1901 (Samuel was J N Williams brother-in-law) - J N Williams did not own the land, but was “representing” his brother-in-law, Samuel, who it appears did not want any publicity. Samuel worked closely with his brother-in-law J N Williams, whose name appears on legal documentation connected with Cornwall Park. At the opening of Cornwall Park in November 1905, Hastings mayor, W Y Dennett, stated: “The park was a family gift of the Williams’, and although Mr J N Williams did not personally give the land, it was through his instrumentality that it was given to the people of Hastings.” The Council agreed with the Officer’s recommendation to Amend Part 2 Social & Cultural Values by adding the following new section. “Improve Contemporary Social and Cultural Wellbeing Through innovative planning and design achieve a sympathetic balance of the retention of historic features and new developments guided by bi cultural philosophy and contemporary aesthetics to ensure public spaces reflect our diverse community and are relevant to the needs of today’s young and future generations”.
	REMEDY 2: ORGANISED SPORT The Council agreed that no change be made to Policy 1.2.7 of the Plan and it remain as below. “1.2.7 Create two grass embankment areas on the perimeter of the Cricket Green to provide enhanced spectator experience and viewing and seating opportunities”.
	REMEDY 3: DOGS The Council agreed that Policy 1.3.2 of the Plan be amended as below: “1.3.2 Require dogs to be retained on a lead at all times when in Cornwall Park, and that improved signs be erected”.

	REMEDY 4: BUILDINGS The Council agreed that Policy 2.2.7 of the Plan be amended as below. “2.2.7 Keep the use and condition of buildings on the Park under review to ensure they meet the needs of park users and the community and remain relevant to the Park. Where buildings are no longer well utilised, an alternative compatible community use will be found, or the building may be removed”.
	REMEDY 5: FENCES AND WALLS The Council agreed that Policies 2.3.2 and 2.3.4 of the Plan remain as below and a new Policy 2.3.6 be included in the Plan. “2.3.2 Install mechanisms to keep unauthorised vehicles out of the Park in order to protect amenity features and to ensure the safety of Park users. 2.3.4 Reinstate the side panels with commemorative plaque between the pillars at the Fitzroy Road entrance to the Park. 2.3.6 Maintain and protect the historic stone walls and seats within the Park for future generations to enjoy.”
	REMEDY 6: SECTION 2.4 LIGHTING The Council agreed that Policy 2.4.3 of the Plan be retained as below. “2.4.3 Provide amenity lighting along the pathway leading to the Cricket Pavilion, from Roberts Street and Tomoana Road”.
	REMEDY 7: SECTION 2.5 PLAYGROUNDS The Council agreed that the following be included in the Plan under Goals & Key Actions “Recreation & Leisure” · Recognise and provide for the provision of play experiences throughout the Park to encourage adventure, exploratory, discovery and free play. The Council agreed that as the submission of Patricia Reddy (55) had been withdrawn, the officer’s recommendation below, could not be included in the Plan. However, officers to note that it is the request of Council that the timber from the redwood tree be used to build something that can later be reinstated back into the playground, such as in the free play area, furniture or art work. “Children’s Playground In order to make optimal use of the existing site, and improve accessibility and integration with the former tea kiosk building the Plan proposes the removal of the redwood tree. This is not a protected tree and has recently been assessed as showing signs of decline in some of its branches. Council will retain the timber from the tree to be used to build something that can be later reinstated back into the playground where it can be enjoyed by future generations, such as in the free play area, furniture, artwork or other natural playground equipment in consultation with mana whenua, local artists and community groups”.

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The meeting adjourned for afternoon tea at 3.00pm

and reconvened at 3.20pm

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REMEDY 8: SIGNS

The Council agreed that Policy 2.9.6 of the Plan be retained as below and that if new display information boards are produced, more information will be provided on the significance of the rubble seats and walls.

“2.9.6 Maintain the historic stone seats, walls and bridges within the Park”.

REMEDY 9: SECTION 2.9 PARK FURNITURE

The Council agreed that Section 2.9 of the Plan be retained and that a new drinking fountain would be included in the design of the new playground that would have a dog drinking bowl at the bottom.

REMEDY 10: SECTION 2.10 VEHICLE PARKING

The Council agreed that Policy 2.10.4 of the Plan be amended as follows:

“2.10.4 Formalise parallel parking spaces along Cornwall Road and Roberts Street with road markings to ensure optimal use of the space and identification of pedestrian accessways. Only consider the provision of marked angle parking in the future if required to meet additional demand in the future, and if health and safety risks can be addressed through improved road design”.

REMEDY 11: SECTION 2.12 PATHWAY NETWORKS

The Council agreed that Policy 2.12.2 of the Plan remain as below and that pathway improvements be brought forward to 1-3 year priority and that arborists will be involved in the development of any new pathways to ensure there is no impact on the health of the trees.

“2.12.2 Provide the following new pathways within the Park to enhance accessibility and safety, as accessibility to park features and facilities:

(a) Cricket Green Walkway, along Tomoana and Cornwall Road boundary

(b) Rose Garden Link along Roberts Street

(c) Ornamental Lake Perimeter Walkway

(d) Coronation Fountain Connectivity Pathways”

REMEDY 12: SECTION 3.1 TREES AND GARDENS

The Council agreed that a new Policy be added to Section 3.1 and Section 6.0 of the Plan as below:

3.1.8 Provide labels to identify all significant and outstanding trees within the Park for education and information purposes.

6.0 Action List and Timeframes

NO.	POLICY	ACTION	SHORT TERM
14	3.1	Label all significant and outstanding trees within the Park

The Council agreed that Policy 3.1.7 is retained in the Plan and that a new Policy 3.1.8 below:

“3.1.7 Enhance the native and riparian areas with a range of indigenous plant species to provide safe habitat for wildlife.

3.1.9 Consult the Friends of Cornwall Park in the preparation and implementation of any significant planting or shrub removal plans outside of any general maintenance or renewal work programmes, particularly in the Native Area and Osmanthus Gardens, taking into account both the safety of park users, as well as the amenity and habitat benefits of these areas.

REMEDY 13: SECTION 3.3 WATER

The Council agreed to support the provision included in the Plan relating to water; and requesting regular maintenance and additional planting for wildlife as this is now included as part of the contract with Recreation Services and being regularly monitored.

The Council agreed that Officers report back to Council on the correct name of streams and waterways in Cornwall Park.

REMEDY 14: SECTION 3.5 PLANT AND ANIMAL PESTS

The Council agreed that the control of Onehunga Weed in Cornwall Park will be extended to the playground area as part of the contract with Recreation Services.

REMEDY 15: SECTION 4.1 CULTURE AND HERITAGE

The Council agreed that the Legislation section be amended to include the following wording:

“Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014

The Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014 replaced the Historic Places Act 1993 on 20 May 2014. As stated on the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga website, the new legislation reforms the governance of the New Zealand Historic Places Trust in line with its status as a Crown entity and streamlines many procedures under the Act. For example, the new archaeological provisions are intended to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and improve alignment with the Resource Management Act 1991.

As owners of heritage places (such as buildings, parks, reserves, infrastructure, and archaeological sites), local authorities must meet relevant statutory requirements and comply with plan rules for land they own and administer. Local authorities can set a good example for heritage management in the district or region (and to the wider community) by ensuring that their own assets have been researched and evaluated for their heritage values, and are managed in accordance with conservation principles”.

The Council agreed to the following wording in regard to the Coronation Fountain:

“King George V Coronation Drinking Fountain

The King George V Coronation Drinking Fountain is on the New Zealand Heritage List/Rarangi Korero as a Historic Place Category 2 (List Number 1078). The fountain was constructed in 1911 to mark the coronation of King George V”.

The Council agreed to amend the Historical and Cultural Values paragraph incorporating the words “and protecting” as follows:

“As an important community and sporting attraction, the Park must be managed in a way that is sensitive to changing user demands and expectations, whilst still retaining and protecting those heritage features that contribute to its unique character”.

The Council agreed to amend Section 2.12 – Path Networks and add the following paragraph:

“A new pathway is proposed to recognise and enhance the accessibility and importance of the Coronation Fountain within its surroundings. The extent of the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga List entry for the Coronation Fountain includes a 2 metre curtilage from the platform’s edge and in all direction. Proposals near the Fountain will require careful planning and implementation in order to appropriately relate to the Coronation Fountain, including the curtilage and wider setting. Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga will be consulted on this matter”.

The Council agreed to amend Section 4.1 – Cultural & Heritage Significance as follows:

“A number of parks within the District contain sites of heritage significance, such as buildings, landscapes, structures, archaeological sites and trees. Many of these are listed in the Historic Places Trust Register, and include registered historic places, historic areas, registered Waahi Tapu sites and recorded archaeological sites. Trees of outstanding heritage values are also identified under the Notable Trees Registration Scheme. Many of these heritage resources have protection under the New Zealand Heritage List/Rārangi Kōrero, or the District Plan.

There are a number of sites of historic heritage within Cornwall Park, including 13 Outstanding Trees as identified in the Hastings District Plan; the King George V Coronation Drinking Fountain is on the New Zealand Heritage List/Rārangi Kōrero as a Historic Place Category 2 (List Number 1078), as well as historic stone bridges over the waterways and stone seats and walls throughout the park made of earthquake rubble in the 1930s.

The Council agreed to Amend Policy 4.1 by deleting the incorrect policies 5.1.1 – 5.1.4 and replacing with the following:

Objective

4.1.1 To identify, maintain and protect any historic sites and features of special community interest so as to preserve and enrich public awareness of our heritage.

Policy

4.1.2 To ensure the protection and preservation of all historic and cultural features, and where appropriate display information as to their significance.

REMEDY 16: SECTION 5.1 MAINTENANCE

The Council agreed to the amend 5.1 - Management and Maintenance as follows:

“From February 2019 the maintenance of all the District’s parks, reserves and open spaces, including Cornwall Park is contracted by Council to an external contractor. The contract includes mowing, sportsground preparation, toilet cleaning, and playground, gardens and tree maintenance to specified Levels of Service; and takes into account the objectives and policies of this Plan. These service levels will be reviewed on an annual basis to recognise the importance of Cornwall Park as the premier park of the District; and as new facilities are added to the park or increased levels of service are agreed, these will increase annual operating costs”.

REMEDY 18: SECTION 5.5 NETWORK UTILITIES

The Council agreed that Section 5.5 – Network Utilities remain unchanged in the Plan.

“Parks are often seen by Utility Operators as convenient places to locate infrastructure such as drains, water supply and electricity substations. Such infrastructure can however have an adverse impact on the character of a park and its open space qualities and make the maintenance of it more difficult and costly.

Given That Cornwall Park is a premier park of the District, and its primary use for sport and recreation, it is not considered to be a desirable location for the location of network utilities”.

REMEDY 19: SECTION 5.9 RESERVE BOUNDARIES

The Council agreed that the maintenance of the area behind Eversley Rest Home would have regard to the habitat of the wildlife in this area and be carried out as part of regular park maintenance, but that Council would work with residents of Eversley Rest Home to beautify the back wall of the utility shed with a mural.

The relocation of the Tomoana Road Bus from the Osmanthus Garden, be raised with the Regional Transport Committee.

Having addressed all the Remedies in regards to submissions the meeting considered the recommendations.

Councillor Travers/Councillor Heaps

A) That the report of the Parks Planning and Development Manager titled “Consideration of Submissions on Draft Cornwall Park Reserve Management Plan” dated 12/03/2019 be received.

B) That Council adopt the Cornwall Park Reserve Management Plan as amended by submissions.

C) That the funds required to complete the unprogrammed capital works programme identified in the Action Plan as amended by submissions, be funded by the reallocation of Windsor Park Reserve Management Plan funds in years 2018-21, with unspent funds retained for future works in Windsor Park.

REMEDY 1: SECTION 1.0 INTRODUCTION

D) That the submission of Hugh McBain (Submission 40) requesting that the history section be amended be allowed in part insofar as Page 6 ‘History of Cornwall Park’ be amended by deleting the words shown as struck out and adding the words shown in red italics as follows:

James Nelson Williams (1837–1915) was one of the so-called “apostles” who in 1864 leased twelve smaller blocks within the 19,385 acre (7,844ha) Heretaunga Plains Block. James purchased his two blocks in 1870, calling his new estate Frimley. As Hastings was not a government-planned town it relied on the generosity of private landowners to donate land for public uses, such as schools and recreation areas.

In December 1898, it was announced in the Hastings Standard that J N Williams (1837-1915) had “presented the Borough with a public park” from recorded proceedings at a Hastings Borough Council meeting.

The Hastings Borough Council minutes record this in December 1898:

“That this Council of behalf of the residents of Hastings accent Mr J N Williams a hearty vote of thanks for his magnificent gift of a piece of land to the Borough for the purpose of a Park and recreation grounds”

However, in what appears to be pencil and in different handwriting, a sentence was later added to the above minute after “Mr J N Williams”: “as representing the transferring of the property”.

This likely explains the reason why Archdeacon Samuel Williams’s (1822-1907) daughters, Mrs Lucy Warren and Miss Lydia Williams, donated Cornwall Park to the people of Hastings in 1901 (Samuel was J N Williams brother-in-law) - J N Williams did not own the land, but was “representing” his brother-in-law, Samuel, who it appears did not want any publicity.

Samuel worked closely with his brother-in-law J N Williams, whose name appears on legal documentation connected with Cornwall Park.

At the opening of Cornwall Park in November 1905, Hastings mayor, W Y Dennett, stated:

“The park was a family gift of the Williams’, and although Mr J N Williams did not personally give the land, it was through his instrumentality that it was given to the people of Hastings.”

On 21 December 1898, James – who was a Councillor – announced at a Hastings Borough Council meeting he was gifting 20 acres (8ha) of his Frimley Estate as a Public Park. The area fronted Tomoana Road, and the Ruahapia creek ran through the property. The land was accepted with a vote of thanks by the Council.

A deed covering the gift of the Park from James Nelson Williams to the Hastings Borough Council was drafted in March 1900, setting out the conditions attached to the plantings in the Park. Thomas Horton, who owned a nursery in Pahiatua (and later Hastings), supplied trees and hedges free of charge for preliminary plantings at the Park. Most of them were deciduous and were planted a~~round the boundary.~~

E) That the submission of Linda Bruce (Submission 41) requesting that the Goals and Actions be amended to refer contemporary social and cultural wellbeing be allowed and the Plan be updated as follows:

Amend Part 2 Social & Cultural Values by adding the following new section identified below in red italics:

Improve Contemporary Social and Cultural Wellbeing

Through innovative planning and design achieve a sympathetic balance of the retention of historic features and new developments guided by bi cultural philosophy and contemporary aesthetics to ensure public spaces reflect our diverse community and are relevant to the needs of today’s young and future generations.

REMEDY 2: SECTION 1.2 ORGANISED SPORT

F) That the submission of Pam Ogilve (Submission 9) requesting removal of the embankments be disallowed, and the submission of Sally Coop (Submission 14) supporting the embankments be allowed insofar as Policy 1.2.7 is retained in the Plan.

G) That the submission of Bruce and Val Noell (Submission 54) be allowed insofar as there is no allocation of Council funds towards the relocation of the practice nets.

REMEDY 3: SECTION 1.3 DOGS

H) That the submission of Catherine Scott (Submission 5) and Friends of Cornwall Park (Submission 39) be allowed insofar as Policy 1.3.2 requiring dogs to be on leads at all times in Cornwall Park be retained and that improved signs be erected.

REMEDY 4: SECTION 2.2 BUILDINGS

I) That the submissions of Laura Hocquard (Submission 15), Wayne Taylor (Submission 16), Helen Whittaker (Submission 24), Friends of Cornwall Park (Submission 39) and Elizabeth Carr (Submission 42) be allowed in part insofar as improvements will commence next financial year.

J) That the submission of Wayne Taylor (Submission 16) requesting consideration be given to modifying the bird aviary to allow the public to walk through and interact with the birds be disallowed in part insofar as Officers will consider the potential for open days to enhance the potential educational benefits of the aviary.

K) That the submission of Bruce and Val Noell (Submission 54) requesting that only maintenance be spent on the bird aviary be disallowed in part insofar as only existing maintenance and renewal funds be spent initially.

L) That the submission of Heritage New Zealand (Submission 52) requesting that Policy 2.2.7 be amended be allowed insofar as Policy 2.2.7 be amended as follows, by adding the words shown in red italics:

2.2.7 Keep the use and condition of buildings on the Park under review to ensure they meet the needs of park users and the community and remain relevant to the Park. Where buildings are no longer well utilised, an alternative compatible community use will be found, or the building may be removed.

REMEDY 5: SECTION 2.3 FENCES AND WALLS

M) That the submissions of Friends of Cornwall Park (Submission 39) requesting the reinstatement of the plaque be allowed insofar as Policy 2.3.4 is retained in the Plan.

N) That the submission of Elizabeth Carr (Submission 42) requesting the retention of the historic walls and seats; and measures to keep vehicles out of the park be allowed insofar as a new Policy 2.3.6 be added to the Plan:

2.3.6 Maintain and protect the historic stone walls and seats within the Park for future generations to enjoy

REMEDY 6: SECTION 2.4 LIGHTING

O) That the submission of Bruce and Val Noell (Submission 14) supporting the policy to provide additional lighting around the pathways be allowed insofar as the policy is retained, and the submission stating their opposition to the provision of amenity lighting be disallowed insofar as this policy be retained.

REMEDY 7: SECTION 2.5 PLAYGROUNDS

P) That the submissions of Sally Coop (Submission 12), Friends of Cornwall Park (Submission 39), Doug Honnor (Submission 33) and Bruce and Val Noell (Submission 54) supporting the proposed new playground be allowed.

Q) That the submission of Barbara Mawson (Submission 12), Jude Henderson (Submission 13) and Shannon Tait (Submission 31) supporting the playground design and inclusion of equipment for all ages and abilities, shade and furniture be allowed.

R) That the submission of Alison Francis (Submission 8) requesting that cycle parking is included in the design be allowed.

S) That the submissions of Grant Burney (Submission 2), Catherine Scott (Submission 5) and Graeme Mill (Submission 7) and Elizabeth Carr (Submission 42) supporting the playground and requesting additional features features for teenagers and adults, including adult fitness equipment and swings and junior swings be allowed in part insofar as adult and junior swings are included in the Plan, and provision be made for the inclusion of adult fitness equipment, and that officers will work with local health providers and community groups to seek partnerships for the provision of these and community BBQ.

T) That the submissions of Nichola Dickinson (Submission 44) and James Dickinson (Submission 45) requesting that the playground equipment that is being replaced be relocated to Tamatea Street Reserve be allowed and disallowed in part insofar as the Cornwall Park playground equipment is not relocated; but that Officers will consult with the community for the provision of a new modest playground in the Mahora area next financial year.

U) That the submission of Linda Bruce (Submission 41) requesting the inclusion of reference to free play be allowed and Page 24 ‘Recreation and Leisure’ be amended to add the following shown in red italics:

· Recognise and provide for the provision of play experiences throughout the Park to encourage adventure, exploratory, discovery and free play.

REMEDY 8: SECTION 2.8 SIGNS

V) That the submission of Alison McMinn (Submission 38) requesting the provision of display boards identifying the significance of the rubble seats and walls be allowed insofar as the two large information boards already identify the history of these features, however if new signs are created, more information will be provided on their significance.

REMEDY 9: SECTION 2.9 PARK FURNITURE

W) That the submission of Catherine Scott (Submission 5) requesting dog drinking bowls be allowed insofar as drinking fountains will be included in the concept plan with dog drinking attachments.

REMEDY 10: SECTION 2.10 VEHICLE PARKING

X) That the submission of Doug Honnor (Submission 33) and Elizabeth Carr (Submission 42) supporting the provision of angle parking be disallowed insofar as Policy 2.10.4 be amended as follows by deleting the words shown as struck out and adding the words shown in red italics:

2.10.4 Formalise ~~marked~~ ~~angle~~ parallel parking spaces along Cornwall Road and Roberts Street with road markings to ensure optimal use of the space and identification of pedestrian accessways. Only consider the provision of marked angle parking in the future if required to meet additional demand in the future, and if health and safety risks can be addressed through improved road design.

Y) That the submission of Peter McNab (Submission 50) and Bruce and Val Noell (Submission 54) opposing the provision of angle parking be allowed insofar as Policy 2.10.4 be amended as identified above.

Z) That the submission of Doug Honnor (Submission 33) requesting the removal of the dish channels along Robert Street be disallowed.

REMEDY 11: SECTION 2.12 PATHWAY NETWORKS

AA) That the submissions of Sally Coop (Submission 14), Alison McMinn (Submission 38), Friends of Cornwall Park (Submission 39), Bruce and Val Noell (Submission 54) and Barbara Mawson (Submission 12) supporting the proposed new pathways within the park and requesting that the pathway improvements be included as a higher priority in the Action Plan and that there is no damage to tree roots be allowed insofar as pathway improvements are brought forward to 1-3 year priority and that arborists will be involved in the development of any new pathways to ensure there is no impact on the health of the trees.

REMEDY 12: SECTION 3.1 TREES AND GARDENS

BB) That the submission of Catherine Scott (Submission 5) requesting that more trees be labelled, and a living wall be included in the plan be allowed in part insofar as a new policy be added to Section 3.1 and Section 6.0 of the Plan as follows:

3.1.8 Provide labels to identify all significant and outstanding trees within the Park for education and information purposes.

6.0 Action List and Timeframes

NO.	POLICY	ACTION	SHORT TERM
14	3.1	Label all significant and outstanding trees within the Park

CC) That the submission of Alison Francis (Submission 8) supporting the succession and management plan for Cornwall Park trees be allowed insofar as these provisions are retained in the Plan.

DD) That the submission of Friends of Cornwall Park (Submission 39) requesting that the native garden be beautified with native planting to provide food and shelter to wildlife and that the character of the Osmanthus Garden is not compromised by plant removal for security be allowed insofar as Policy 3.1.7 is retained in the Plan; and that a new Policy 3.1.9 be added to the Plan as shown in red italics below:

REMEDY 13: SECTION 3.1 WATER

EE) That the submission of David Renouf (Submission 1) relating to the improvement of water quality in the duck pond and stream in Cornwall Park be allowed in part insofar as water quality of the stream and ponds in the park is a priority of this Plan.

FF) That the submissions of Sally Coop (Submission 14), Helen Whittaker (Submission 24), Alison McMinn (Submission 38), Friends of Cornwall Park (Submission 39), Elizabeth Carr (Submission 42) and Bruce and Val Noell (Submission 54) supporting the provision included in the Plan relating to water; and requesting regular maintenance and additional planting for wildlife be allowed insofar as this is now included as part of the contract with Recreation Services and being regularly monitored.

REMEDY 14: SECTION 3.3 PLANT AND ANIMAL PESTS

GG) That the submission of Grant Burney (Submission 2) requesting the control of weeds and prickles around the children’s playground be allowed and that the control of Onehunga Weed will be extended to this area as part of the spring sportsfield renovation programme.

REMEDY 15: SECTION 4.1 CULTURE AND HERITAGE

HH) That the submission of Heritage New Zealand (Submission 52) requesting amendments to Section 4.1 relating to Culture and Heritage be allowed insofar as the Plan is amended to delete the words shown as struck out and add the words shown in red italics:

Amend Page 4 (Legislation) to include the following section:

Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014

Amend Page 16 as follows:

King George V Coronation Drinking Fountain

~~The Coronation Fountain Lions Monument has a Category II New Zealand Historic Places Trust classification~~. The King George V Coronation Drinking Fountain is on the New Zealand Heritage List/Rarangi Korero as a Historic Place Category 2 (List Number 1078). The fountain was constructed in 1911 to mark the coronation of King George V.

Amend Page 18 ‘Historical and Cultural Values’ as follows:

As an important community and sporting attraction, the Park must be managed in a way that is sensitive to changing user demands and expectations, whilst still retaining and protecting those heritage features that contribute to its unique character.

Amend Section 2.12 to add the following paragraph:

A new pathway is proposed to recognise and enhance the accessibility and importance of the Coronation Fountain within its surroundings. The extent of the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga List entry for the Coronation Fountain includes a 2 metre curtilage from the platform’s edge and in all direction. Proposals near the Fountain will require careful planning and implementation in order to appropriately relate to the Coronation Fountain, including the curtilage and wider setting. Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga will be consulted on this matter.

Amend Section 4.1 Cultural & Heritage Significance as follows:

A number of parks within the District contain sites of heritage significance, such as buildings, landscapes, structures, archaeological sites and trees. Many of these are listed in the Historic Places Trust Register, and include registered historic places, historic areas, registered Waahi Tapu sites and recorded archaeological sites. Trees of outstanding heritage values are also identified under the Notable Trees Registration Scheme. Many of these heritage resources have protection under the ~~Historic Places Act~~ New Zealand Heritage List/Rārangi Kōrero, or the District Plan.

There are a number of sites of historic heritage within Cornwall Park, including 13 Outstanding Trees as identified in the Hastings District Plan; ~~the Coronation Fountain which has a Category II registration under the Historic Places Trust (No.1078);~~ the King George V Coronation Drinking Fountain is on the New Zealand Heritage List/Rārangi Kōrero as a Historic Place Category 2 (List Number 1078), as well as historic stone bridges over the waterways and stone seats and walls throughout the park made of earthquake rubble in the 1930s.

Amend Policy 4.1 by deleting the incorrect policies 5.1.1 – 5.1.4 and replacing with the following:

Objective

4.1.1 To identify, maintain and protect any historic sites and features of special community interest so as to preserve and enrich public awareness of our heritage.

Policy

4.1.2 To ensure the protection and preservation of all historic and cultural features, and where appropriate display information as to their significance.

REMEDY 16: SECTION 5.1 MAINTENANCE

II) That the submissions of Alison McMinn (Submission 38), Friends of Cornwall Park (Submission 39) and Elizabeth Carr (Submission 42) requesting the improvement of maintenance in the Park and that a full time staff member be appointed to this Park be allowed and disallowed in part insofar as Section 5.1 of the Plan is amended by deleting those words shown as struck out and adding those words shown in red italics as follows:

5.1 MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE

~~The management and operation of the Park has been undertaken collectively between the Parks Asset Management Team and the Maintenance Group (Parks Service Delivery Unit).~~ From February 2019 the maintenance of all the District’s parks, reserves and open spaces, including Cornwall Park ~~will be~~ is contracted by Council to ~~undertaken b~~y ~~Recreational Services.~~ an external contractor ~~to Council~~. The contract includes mowing, sportsground preparation, toilet cleaning, and playground, gardens and tree maintenance to specified Levels of Service; and takes ~~The management of the park must take~~ into account the objectives and policies of this Plan ~~and the agreed service levels~~. These service levels will be reviewed on an annual basis to recognise the importance of Cornwall Park as the premier park of the District; and as new facilities are added to the park or increased levels of service are agreed, these will increase annual operating costs.

REMEDY 17: SECTION 5.3 LEASES

JJ) That the submissions of Grant Burney (Submission 2), Helen Curran (Submission 3), Alison Francis (Submission 8), Emily Davenport (Submission 20) and Friends of Cornwall Park (Submission 39) supporting the use of the former tea kiosk for community use; and the submissions of Elliot Pritchard (Submission 6), Ministry of Education (Submission 11), Susy Ratcliffe (Submission 17), Oliver Styles (Submission 18), Annabel Beattie (Submission 19), Connie Moroney (Submission 21), Janka McBeth (Submission 22), Pia Bradshaw (Submission 23), Hallie Barclay (Submission 25), Angel Clarke (Submission 26), Vicki Hope (Submission 28), Michelle Hutton (Submission 29), Frances Martin (Submission 30), Nicola Marett (Submission 32), Cornwall Park Playcentre (Submission 34), Tony McBride (Submission 35), Rebecca Hill (Submission 36), Hana Ruth (Submission 37), Jenny Epplett (Submission 43), Amy Hutchinson (Submission 46), New Zealand Playcentre Federation (Lower North Island Region) (Submission 47), Ashridge Road Playcentre (Submission 48), Amy Hopkinson-Styles (Submission 49), Ruth Vincent (Submission 51), Genevieve and Simon Renall (Submission 53), Margaret McBride (Submission 56) and Alice Corkran (Submission 57) requesting the renewal of the lease of the former tea kiosk building to Cornwall Park Playcentre; and the submission of John Ruth (Submission 27) opposing the use of the former tea kiosk building as a café due to health and safety reasons and support of the continued use of it by Playcentre; and the submission of Bruce and Val Noell (Submission 54) requesting that the Playcentre be offered a short term lease while discussions take place be allowed and disallowed in part insofar as the Plan is amended by deleting the words shown as struck out and adding the words shown in red italics:

Pg. 9: Issues & Opportunities

Former Tea Kiosk Building

…… Council will consider the future use ~~alternative uses~~ of the former tea kiosk building at the expiration of ~~the current~~ an extended lease to Cornwall Park Playcentre that ~~may facilitate~~ will consider the optimal use of the building to meet the needs of the wider community, while taking into account the long association of Cornwall Park Playcentre with the park and the benefits they provide to the community.~~use and enjoyment~~

2.2 Buildings

The former tea kiosk building overlooking the Cricket Green is owned by Council. The Cornwall Park Playcentre lease to occupy the ~~former tea kiosk~~ building expires in 2019. The lease provides them with the exclusive use of the building and an adjacent 350m² of open space.

While Council recognises the long history that Playcentre has with this building, its use does not meet the primary purpose of a Recreation Reserve under the Reserves Act 1977. A playcentre should be located on a Local Purpose Reserve. Following a decision on the long term use of the building, Council may need to apply to the Minister of Conservation to change the classification to reflect the approved use.

2.2.17 Consider the future use of and/or extension to the former tea kiosk building in accordance with requirements of the Reserves Act 1977, a desire to obtain maximum community benefits from this historic building, while recognising the long association that Playcentre has with the park, and the community benefit they provide through children’s play and development.

5.3 Leases, Licences and Permits

The Hawkes Bay Playcentre Association has a 12 year lease to occupy the former tea kiosk building for use as Cornwall Park Playcentre, expiring in 2019. Council recognises the long association that the playcentre has with Cornwall Park, and their desire to continue to occupy the building, and their association with the park. At the expiry of their current lease in 2019, Council will provide a one year extension, and during this time work with them and New Zealand Playcentre Federation to investigate the feasibility, including financial implications of (a) building a purpose built playcentre adjacent to the existing building and the practicality of shared community use of the existing building; (b) relocation of Cornwall Park Playcentre to a new park location; and (c) the costs of restoring the building back to its original condition and upgrade for either community use or commercial use; and potential investment partners, sponsors and community funds to contribute. ~~consider other alternative uses of the building to maximise public use such as shelter, community meeting or function rooms or café, and work with the~~ ~~Cornwall Park Playcentre to facilitate their relocation to an alternative park if a decision is made not to renew their lease.~~

5.3.8 Consider alternative uses of the former tea kiosk building that may facilitate wider community use and enjoyment of the Park prior to the renewal of a lease to Hawke’s Bay Playcentre Association. Extend the existing lease with the Cornwall Park Playcentre to occupy the former tea kiosk building for a further period of one year from 10 September 2019.

5.3.9 Investigate the feasibility, including financial implications of (a) building a purpose built playcentre adjacent to the existing building and the practicality of shared community use of the existing building; (b) relocation of Cornwall Park Playcentre to a new park location; and (c) the costs of restoring the building back to its original condition and upgrade for either community use or commercial use; and potential investment partners, sponsors and community funds to contribute; and report back to Council 6 months prior to the expiry of the extended lease on 10 September 2020.

6.0 Action List & Timeframes

16. Consider the restoration and alternative uses of the former tea kiosk building to maximise public use such as shelter, meeting rooms or café, and work with the Cornwall Park playcentre to facilitate their relocation to an alternative site such as Duke Street Reserve. Investigate the feasibility, including financial implications of (a) building a purpose built playcentre adjacent to the existing building and the practicality of shared community use of the existing building; (b) relocation of Cornwall Park Playcentre to a new park location; and (c) the costs of restoring the building back to its original condition and upgrade for either community use or commercial use; and potential investment partners, sponsors and community funds to contribute; and report back to Council 6 months prior to the expiry of the extended lease on 10 September 2020.

REMEDY 18: SECTION 5.5 NETWORK UTILITIES

KK) That the submission of Powerco (Submission 10) be allowed insofar as Section 5.5 remains in the Plan unchanged.

REMEDY 19: SECTION 5.9 RESERVE BOUNDARIES

LL) That the submissions of Friends of Cornwall Park (Submission 39) and Bruce and Val Noell (Submission 54) regarding the maintenance of the area behind Eversley Rest Home be allowed in part insofar as the landscaping will form part of the regular maintenance of the Park, but that Officers will work with residents regarding other beautification such as murals on the wall of the maintenance shed.

With the reasons for this decision being that the objective of the decision will contribute to meeting the current and future needs of communities for good quality local infrastructure in a way that is most cost-effective for households and business by:

i) The provision of good quality recreation open spaces and facilities.

CARRIED

7. Additional Business Items

There were no additional business items.

8. Extraordinary Business Items

There were no extraordinary business items.

MINOR MATTER

Standing Order 9.1 - Discussion of minor matters not on the agenda

A meeting may discuss an item that is not on the agenda only if it is a minor matter relating to the general business of the meeting and the Chairperson explains at the beginning of the public part of the meeting that the item will be discussed. However, the meeting may not make a resolution, decision or recommendation about the item, except to refer it to a subsequent meeting for further discussion.

Letter from Hon. Dr Nick Smith MP for Nelson (CG-14-1-01208) was circulated at the meeting. The letter was a request for Council to endorse and promote the petition of Karen Down in the name of her late son, Matthew.

The petition prayer “That the House of Representatives urgently pass legislation to introduce random roadside drug testing to reduce the escalating road toll from drugged drivers, which resulted in 79 fatal crashes in 2017 and exceeds the number caused by those impaired by alcohol”.

The meeting agreed that Council supported the petition and gave an undertaking to make it available in the Public Libraries. Any Councillor who wished to support the petition was encouraged to sign it.

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The meeting closed at 3.45pm

Confirmed:

Chairman:

Date:

LIST OF SUBMITTERS TO COUNCIL MEETING

CORNWALL PARK RESERVE MANAGEMENT PLAN - 12 MARCH 2019

Sub No.	Submitter	Trim Ref
1	David Renouf	CFM-17-8-10-19-50
2	Grant Burney	CFM-17-8-10-19-51
3	Helen Curran	CFM-17-8-10-19-52
4	Jessica Franklin	CFM-17-8-10-19-53
5	Catherine Scott	CFM-17-8-10-19-54
6	Elliott Estlin Prichard	CFM-17-8-10-19-55
7	Graeme Mill	CFM-17-8-10-19-60
8	Alison Francis	CFM-17-8-10-19-61
9	Pam Ogilvie	CFM-17-8-10-19-62
10	Powerco	CFM-17-8-10-19-63
11	Ministry of Education	CFM-17-8-10-19-64
12	Barbara Mawson	CFM-17-8-10-19-67
13	Jude Henderson	CFM-17-8-10-19-68
14	Sally Coop	CFM-17-8-10-19-69
15	Laura Hocquard	CFM-17-8-10-19-70
16	Wayne Taylor	CFM-17-8-10-19-71
17	Susy Ratcliffe	CFM-17-8-10-19-73
18	Oliver Styles - Redacted	CFM-17-8-10-19-108
19	Annabelle Beattie	CFM-17-8-10-19-82
20	Emily Davenport	CFM-17-8-10-19-83
21	Connie Moroney	CFM-17-8-10-19-88
22	Janka McBeth	CFM-17-8-10-19-90
23	Pia Bradshaw	CFM-17-8-10-19-92
24	Helen Whittaker	CFM-17-8-10-19-93
25	Hallie Barclay	CFM-17-8-10-19-94
26	Angel Clarke	CFM-17-8-10-19-95
27	John Ruth	CFM-17-8-10-19-97
28	Vicki Hope	CFM-17-8-10-19-101
29	Michelle Hutton	CFM-17-8-10-19-103
30	Frances Martin	CFM-17-8-10-19-104
31	Shanon Tait	CFM-17-8-10-19-56
32	Nicola Marrett	CFM-17-8-10-19-57
33	Doug Honnor	CFM-17-8-10-19-58
34	Cornwall Park Playcentre	CFM-17-8-10-19-59
35	Tony McBride	CFM-17-8-10-19-65
36	Rebecca Hill	CFM-17-8-10-19-66
37	Hana Ruth	CFM-17-8-10-19-72
38	Alison McMinn	CFM-17-8-10-19-74
39	Friends of Cornwall Park	CFM-17-8-10-19-75
40	Hugh McBain	CFM-17-8-10-19-77
41	Linda Bruce	CFM-17-8-10-19-78
42	Elizabeth Carr	CFM-17-8-10-19-79
43	Jenny Epplett	CFM-17-8-10-19-80
44	Nichola Dickinson	CFM-17-8-10-19-81
45	James Dickinson	CFM-17-8-10-19-84
46	Amy Hutchinson	CFM-17-8-10-19-85
47	New Zealand Playcentre Federation	CFM-17-8-10-19-86
48	Ashridge Road Playcentre	CFM-17-8-10-19-87
49	Amy Hopkinson-Styles	CFM-17-8-10-19-89
50	Peter McNab	CFM-17-8-10-19-91
51	Ruth Vincent	CFM-17-8-10-19-96
52	Heritage New Zealand	CFM-17-8-10-19-98
53	Genevieve and Simon Renall	CFM-17-8-10-19-99
54	Bruce and Val Noell	CFM-17-8-10-19-100
55	Patricia Reddy (Withdrawn)	CFM-17-8-10-19-105
56	Margaret McBride	CFM-17-8-10-19-107
57	Alice Corkran	CFM-17-8-10-19-109

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