Mr G Rzesniowiecki, representative from Raglan and Waikato Action will be in attendance from 6.00pm to discuss item 7.1.

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1 1 Agenda for a meeting of the Raglan Community Board to be held in the Supper Room, Town Hall, Bow Street, Raglan on TUESDAY 8 SEPTEMBER 2015 commencing at 6.00pm. Note: An Open Forum will be held at 5.30pm prior to the commencement of the meeting. Information and recommendations are included in the reports to assist the Board in the decision making process and may not constitute Council s decision or policy until considered by the Board. 1. APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE 2. CONFIRMATION OF STATUS OF AGENDA ITEMS Mr G Rzesniowiecki, representative from Raglan and Waikato Action will be in attendance from 6.00pm to discuss item DISCLOSURES OF INTEREST 4. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES 3 Meeting held on Tuesday 11 August MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES 6. SPEAKER Mr R Thorpe, of Xtreme Waste will be in attendance to address the Board. 7. REPORTS 7.1 Raglan and Waikato TPP Action Ultrafast Broadband and Digital Enablement Plan Update Walking, Cycling and Bridle Trails Strategy Annual Report for Waikato District i-site and Raglan i-site 21 Waikato District Council Raglan Community Board 1 Agenda: 8 September 2015

2 2 7.5 Discretionary Fund Report to 25 August Raglan Kopua Holiday Park Board of Management Chairperson s Annual Report 1 July 30 June Service Request Report 1 March 2015 to 30 June Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes 18 August Raglan Actions, Issues, Works & Correspondence Report Pre-Meeting Forum Verbal 7.11 Chairperson s Monthly Report Councillor s Report Verbal 8. BOARD MEMBERS REPORTS 8.1 Board and Stakeholder Relationships Alan 8.2 CBD plan Matt 8.3 Civil Defence Bon 8.4 Cultural Liaison Boyde Lisa 8.5 Placemaking Lisa 8.6 Communications Kelly G J Ion CHIEF EXECUTIVE Agenda2015\RCB\ RCB OP.dot Waikato District Council Raglan Community Board 2 Agenda: 8 September 2015

3 3 Item Number: 4 Open Meeting To Raglan Community Board From GJ Ion Chief Executive Date 17 August 2015 Prepared By LM Wainwright Committee Secretary Chief Executive Approved Y DWS Document Set # Report Title Confirmation of Minutes 11 August Executive Summary To confirm the minutes of a meeting of Raglan Community Board held on Tuesday 11 August Recommendation THAT the minutes of the meeting of the Raglan Community Board held on Tuesday 11 August 2015 be confirmed as a true and correct record of that meeting. Attachments RCB Minutes 11 August 2015 Page 1 of 1 Printed at 1/09/2015 8:43:00 a.m.

4 4 MINUTES of a meeting of the Raglan Community Board held in the Supper Room, Town Hall, Bow Street, Raglan on TUESDAY 11 AUGUST 2015 commencing at 6.00pm. Present Mr A Vink (Chairperson) Cr JC Baddeley Ms K Clarkson Mr BT Dixon Mr M Holl Mr R MacLeod Ms L Thomson Attending His Worship the Mayor Mr AM Sanson Mr V Ramduny (Planning & Strategy Manager) Mr SJ Soanes (Committee Secretary) Mr C Birkett (Monitoring Team Leader) Ms K Overwater (Policy Planner) RCB1508/01 APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE All members were present. RCB1508/02 RCB1508/02/1 CONFIRMATION OF STATUS OF AGENDA ITEMS Resolved: (Mr Vink/Mr MacLeod) THAT the agenda for a meeting of the Raglan Community Board held on Tuesday 11 August 2015 be confirmed and all items therein be considered in open meeting; AND THAT in accordance with Standing Order the order of business be changed with agenda item 7.4 [Plan Change 19 Election Signs] being considered after agenda item 7.2; AND FURTHER THAT the Committee resolves that item 7.7 [Annual Report for Waikato District i-site and Raglan i-site] be withdrawn from the agenda. CARRIED on the voices Waikato District Council Raglan Community Board 1 Minutes: 11 August 2015

5 5 RCB1508/03 DISCLOSURES OF INTEREST There were no disclosures of interest. RCB1508/04 RCB1508/04/1 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES Resolved: (Mr Holl/Mr MacLeod) THAT the minutes of a meeting of the Raglan Community Board held on Tuesday 9 June 2015 be confirmed as a true and correct record of that meeting. CARRIED on the voices RCB1508/04/2 Resolved: (Mr MacLeod/Ms Thomson) THAT the extraordinary minutes of a meeting of the Raglan Community Board held on Tuesday 30 June 2015 be confirmed as a true and correct record of that meeting. CARRIED on the voices RCB1508/05 MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES There were no matters arising from the minutes. RCB1508/06 SPEAKER Mr P McCabe, Chair of KASM gave a verbal presentation and answered questions of the Board. RCB1508/07 REPORTS RCB1508/07/1 Discretionary Fund Report to 30 June 2015 Item 7.1 Resolved: (Mr Vink/Mr MacLeod) THAT the report of the General Manager Strategy & Support Discretionary Fund Report to 30 June 2015 dated 30 July 2015 be received. CARRIED on the voices Waikato District Council Raglan Community Board 2 Minutes: 11 August 2015

6 6 RCB1508/07/2 Proposed Public Places Bylaw Update Item 7.2 The Monitoring Team Leader gave a verbal report and answered questions of the Board. Resolved: (Mr Vink/Mr Holl) THAT the report of the General Manager Customer Support Proposed Public Places Bylaw Update - be received. CARRIED on the voices RCB1508/07/3 Plan Change 19 - Election Signs Item 7.4 Resolved: (Mr MacLeod/Ms Thomson) THAT the report of the General Manager Strategy & Support Plan Change 19 Election Signs be received. CARRIED on the voices RCB1508/07/4 Cranleigh Report Item 7.3 Resolved: (Mr MacLeod/Ms Clarkson) THAT the report of the General Manager Strategy & Support Cranleigh Report dated 30 July 2015 be received; AND THAT a report on the current drinking water standard be provided to the Board. CARRIED on the voices RCB1508/07/5 Community Board Survey Item 7.5 Resolved: ( Ms Thomson/Ms Clarkson) THAT the report of the General Manager Service Delivery Community Board Survey - be received; AND THAT the draft Raglan Community Board Engagement Plan be received. CARRIED on the voices Waikato District Council Raglan Community Board 3 Minutes: 11 August 2015

7 7 RCB1508/07/6 Raglan Actions, Issues, Works & Correspondence Report Item 7.6 All items on the Register can now be removed with the exception of item 1- Workshop to solve long term parking issues and item 4 which needs to be updated to reflect the recent wastewater spill. Resolved: (Mr MacLeod/Mr Dixon) THAT the report of the General Manager Strategy & Support Raglan Actions, Issues, Works & Correspondence Report be received. CARRIED on the voices RCB1508/07/7 Annual Report for Waikato District i-site and Raglan i-site Item 7.7 At the Board s request the report is to be considered at the September meeting as there was no supporting documentation in the agenda. RCB1508/07/8 Prioritised Raglan Projects Item 7.8 Resolved: (Mr MacLeod/Ms Clarkson) THAT the report of the General Manager Strategy & Support Prioritised Raglan Projects be received; AND THAT the report be updated for the next meeting to reflect the Long Term Plan floating line. CARRIED on the voices RCB1508/07/9 Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes 15 June 2015 Item 7.9 Mr Holl advised that he will resign from the Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee. Ms Clarkson has volunteered to fill the position pending clarification of the Term of Reference. Resolved: (Cr Baddeley/Mr MacLeod) THAT the report of the General Manager Service Delivery Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes 15 June 2015 be received. CARRIED on the voices Waikato District Council Raglan Community Board 4 Minutes: 11 August 2015

8 8 RCB1508/07/10 Raglan Community Board Change of Meeting Times Item 7.10 Resolved: (Ms Thomson/Mr MacLeod) THAT the report of the General Manager Strategy & Support Raglan Community Board be received; AND THAT the Raglan Community Board supports the change in ongoing meeting times to start at 6pm, with a public forum convening at 5.30pm, effective immediately. CARRIED on the voices RCB1508/07/11 Raglan Structure Plan Discussion Document 2008 Item 7.11 Resolved: (Mr Vink/Mr MacLeod) THAT the report of the Chief Executive Raglan Structure Plan Discussion Document 2008 be received. CARRIED on the voices RCB1508/07/12 Pre-Meeting Forum Item 7.12 Mr Hurst requested that Council review the parking at Raglan Area School and for safety reasons change the diagonal parking in Norrie Avenue to parallel parking. Mr Rzesniowieuci addressed the Board on TPP matters, and advised that he has written to the Board seeking a resolution of opposition to TPP. Mr Ashby requested that the Wainui Reserve Amphitheatre be developed to cater for larger functions. Melissa Jensen introduced herself to the Board and explained that she is doing a masters degree in recycling psychology. John Lawson requested an update on progress with the walking track to Mt Karioi, and requested better signage for walkways around Raglan. RCB1508/07/13 Chairperson s Report Item 7.13 Resolved: (Ms Thomson/Mr MacLeod) THAT the report of the chairperson be received. CARRIED on the voices Waikato District Council Raglan Community Board 5 Minutes: 11 August 2015

9 9 RCB1508/07/14 Councillor s Report Item 7.14 Cr Baddeley gave a verbal report on the following matters: Waikato expressway Fibre Optic Rollout Sport Waikato and the Raglan Golf Club Roading Alliance Greenslade Road Wastewater spill Waingaro Hot Springs New Dog Bylaw. RCB1508/08 RCB1508/08/1 MEMBERS REPORTS Board and Stakeholder Relationships Item 8.1 Previously discussed [RCB1508/07/5 refers] RCB1508/08/2 CBD Plan Item 8.2 Mr Holl is to arrange a series of meetings to formulate ideas. RCB1508/08/3 Civil Defence Item 8.3 Mr MacLeod updated the Board on the Tsunami Plan. RCB1508/08/4 Cultural Liaison Item 8.4 Ms Clarkson and Ms Thomson have arranged meetings on Sundays. Board members would be interested in alternate days to Sundays. RCB1508/08/5 Placemaking Item 8.5 Ms Thomson advised that four planter boxes have been constructed and will be installed in the CBD prior to Christmas. RCB1508/08/6 Communications Item 8.6 The board are currently liaising with Raglan House and are working on providing an on-line Community Directory. Waikato District Council Raglan Community Board 6 Minutes: 11 August 2015

10 10 There being no further business, the meeting was declared closed at 9.00pm. Minutes approved and confirmed this day of Mr A Vink CHAIRPERSON Minutes2015/RCB/ RCB M.doc Waikato District Council Raglan Community Board 7 Minutes: 11 August 2015

11 11 Item Number: 7.1 Open Meeting To Raglan Community Board From GJ Ion Chief Executive Date 28 August 2015 Prepared By LM Wainwright Committee Secretary Chief Executive Approved Y DWS Document Set # Report Title Raglan and Waikato TPP Action 1. Executive Summary To advise members that a representative from Raglan and Waikato TPP Action will be in attendance at the meeting. 2. Recommendation THAT the report of the Chief Executive Raglan and Waikato TPP Action - be received. Attachments: TPP Request and Policy Solution Page 1 of 1 Version 2.0

12 12 Tuesday 4th August 2015 Greg Rzesniowiecki, TPP Action on behalf of Raglan and Waikato TPP Action. To: Waikato District Council Raglan Community Board By Chair Alan Vink Deputy Chair Matt Holl Cr Clint Baddeley Council Support Team Subject: Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) policy solution 1 Request to speak and provide evidence to Raglan Community Board Meeting 5:30pm Tuesday 11 th August Dear Community Board Chair, Members, Councillors and Staff, We write on behalf of TPP Action, who share the concern of many in your community about the implications of TPP. TPP Action seeks the opportunity to address Council's Raglan Community Board 5:30pm Tuesday 11 th August We rely on Council's guidance and hospitality as to whether this might be via the Board's Public Forum or by way of Deputation. We aim to provide in-depth resources and invite questions and a free exchange of views. TPP Endgame Notwithstanding that the TPP endgame is upon us, we sense that there is a fair amount of water to flow under the bridge before an agreement is concluded. The statement from Maui Hawaii Ministers' meeting concluded 31 st July, suggests there are substantial matters holding the TPP Nations apart, namely tariff free access for autos, the price of intellectual property and patents (particularly medicines), and from a NZ interest perspective, tariff free dairy access. NZ Trade Negotiations Minister Tim Groser provides that insight in news following the Meeting's conclusion. 2 When next the TPP negotiators meet, is not yet determined, 1 TPP policy solution Attached Appendix A. 2 NZ Herald article 'We will win the TPP War': 1

13 13 however, we aim to provide your Council with an opportunity to apprehend that which is at stake in any TPP agreement. TPP policy solution We are working toward a TPP policy solution which if it were successful, would allow New Zealand regional councils and territorial authorities (RCTAs) to operate and plan for the well-being of constituents with certainty. This solution has its origins with your associate, Auckland City Council. Auckland was at the heart of TPP negotiations in late Earlier in October, Auckland City Council's Economic Forum received presentations from Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade's (MFAT) David Walker; the NZ-US Council's spokesperson Stephen Jacobi; and Auckland University Law Professor, Jane Kelsey. Similar to Maui July 2015, the TPP nations met in Auckland December 2012, coincidental to the Auckland Council's Committee consideration of the report from their Economic Forum. This committee supported the forum's original recommendation and strengthened it with an amendment adding 12 points specifying the New Zealand national interest. The TPP policy solution we would like the Raglan Community Board and WDC to adopt has this 12 point policy formula as its base. TPP Action is deeply concerned about the implications of the TPP process. TPP is contrary to ordinary democratic ideals - lacking effective input from the affected public majority. Any legislative attempt outside of a trade and investment agreement, to similarly alter copyright law, change the guidelines that Pharmac operates within, or limit the sovereign ability of government to legislate and regulate in the public interest, would ordinarily demand an extensive parliamentary process. TPP circumvents the regular democratic processes whereby the affected community are fully consulted in respect to the proposed change, and given space to influence the final decision. We seek to ensure a positive outcome which considers local economies, the environment and quality of life of the inhabitants of our towns, cities, region and nation. This stands in marked contrast to the potential imposition of unaccountable Investor State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) rulings on public policy, and their associated crippling monetary 2

14 judgements. ISDS provisions are a central feature of bilateral, multilateral and global free trade and investment agreements (FTAs) at work in the world today. Other nations are moving from ISDS Australia 3, South Africa, Germany, France, Ecuador, El Salvador, Bolivia are in various stages of review and or rejection. 4 We have addressed the 12-point policy solution to all New Zealand RCTAs, writing to them collectively in March 2014 copy at Appendix B. This paper provides a reasonable description of TPP and its process, including how New Zealand formal assents to the TPP. A further reference is the material we presented to the Hutt City Council City Development Committee on the 16 th October. It appears as item 3a on the agenda: Our TPP policy solution offers consistency and a well canvassed proposal. It has suffered only minor amendment at the hands of the 11 Councils who have adopted this policy formula. We trust that Council appreciates our intent in standardisation. TPP Agenda corporate versus human rights As with international opposition to the Multilateral Agreement on Investment (MAI) 5 in the late 1990s and Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA) 6, individuals and their communities in other TPP partner nations are seeking the support of their local Councils and Provinces (Canada) to ensure a positive outcome 7. The TPP is an enlarged version of these earlier proposals Australia have reserved their position on ISDS in the TPP. 4 Guardian report on ISDS suits and nations who are reviewing their position: 5 MAI: 6 ACTA: 7 USA, Canadian, and Australian cities have adopted various policy stances in opposition to TPP. A number of USA Cities have adopted attitudes of opposition including Seattle: utm_source=alert-blogger&utm_medium= &utm_campaign= %2bnotifications The full list to date of USA Cities in opposition to TPP: Canada has 50 Cities adopt anti Canadian European Trade and Investment Agreement (CETA) policies notable their opposition to local procurement and ISDS:. The Canadian Province of Newfoundland and Labrador has pulled out of CETA considerations over a dispute with the Canadian Government over minimum fishing requirements: /Province-pulls-out-of-trade-negotiations/1 Australia has several cities including Sydney City Council who have adopted policies opposing aspects of TPP including in respect to Local Government procurement. 3

15 15 We know from looking at existing international agreements, and from information leaks on the TPP, that the Investor State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) process will be available under the TPP 8 There are currently 294 pending ISDS cases. Bill Rosenberg, economist with the CTU, reported in his paper on Local Government and TPP. 9 There is much at stake and it is imperative that New Zealanders apprehend the extra constitutional nature of TPP's proposed arrangements. We look forward to your response. Warmest regards from, Greg Rzesniowiecki TPP Action John Lawson johnrag@gmail.com Attached to Appendix A 'TPP policy solution' Appendix B 'TPP Document all Local Government' March 2014 Appendix C Local Government and TPP' paper by Bill Rosenberg 8 Only Australia has reserved its position in respect to ISDS in TPP. We know this from the 20th January dated leaked copy of the TPP Investment chapter gained through the agency of Wikileaks. 9 'Local Government and TPP' paper by Bill Rosenberg is attached, Appendix C. 4

16 16 TPPA policy solution -Waikato District Council That Waikato District Council encourages the government to conclude negotiations on the Trans-Pacific Partnership and Free Trade Agreements in a way that provides net positive benefits for the Waikato region and New Zealand, that is, provided the Partnership and Agreements achieve the following objectives: i. Continues to allow the Waikato District Council and other Councils, if they so choose, to adopt procurement policies that provide for a degree of local preference; to choose whether particular services or facilities are provided in house, by councilcontrolled organisations (CCOs) or by contracting out; or to require higher health and safety, environmental protection, employment rights and conditions, community participation, animal protection or human rights standards than national or international minimum standards; ii. iii. iv. Maintains good diplomatic and trade relations and partnerships for the Waikato region and New Zealand with other major trading partners not included in the agreement including with China Provides substantially increased access for our agriculture exports, particularly those from the Waikato region into the US Market; Does not undermine PHARMAC, raise the cost of medical treatments and medicines or threaten public health measures, such as tobacco control; v. Does not give overseas investors or suppliers any greater rights than domestic investors and suppliers such as through introducing Investor-State Dispute Settlement, or reduce our ability to control overseas investment or finance; vi. Does not expand intellectual property rights and enforcement in excess of current law; vii. Does not weaken our public services, require privatisation, hinder reversal of privatisations, or increase the commercialization of Government or of Waikato District Council or other local government organisations viii. Does not reduce our flexibility to support local economic and industry development 1

17 17 and encourage good employment and environmental practices and initiatives like the Mayor's Taskforce for Jobs which enable marginalised young people to develop their skills and transition into meaningful employment; ix. Contains enforceable labour clauses requiring adherence to core International Labour Organisation conventions and preventing reduction of labour rights for trade or investment advantage; x. Contains enforceable environmental clauses preventing reduction of environmental and biosecurity standards for trade or investment advantage; xi. Has general exemptions to protect human rights, the environment, the Treaty of Waitangi, and New Zealand's economic and financial stability; xii. Has been negotiated with real public consultation including regular public releases of drafts of the text of the agreement, and ratification being conditional on a full social, environmental, and economic impact assessment including public submissions. 2

18 18 Item Number: 7.2 Open Meeting To Raglan Community Board From TG Whittaker General Manager Strategy & Support Date 20 August 2015 Prepared By DM Lee PA to General Manager Strategy & Support Chief Executive Approved Y DWS Document Set # Report Title Ultrafast Broadband and Digital Enablement Plan Update 1. Executive Summary To advise the board that Clive Morgan, Economic Development Manager, will be in attendance to provide a verbal update on ultrafast broadband and the digital enablement plan. 2. Recommendation THAT the report of the General Manager Strategy & Support Ultrafast Broadband and Digital Enablement Plan Update be received. Page 1 of 1 Version 2.1

19 19 Item Number: 7.3 Open Meeting To Raglan Community Board From GJ Ion Chief Executive Date 28 August 2015 Prepared By LM Wainwright Committee Secretary Chief Executive Approved Y DWS Document Set # Report Title Walking, Cycling and Bridle Trails Strategy 1. Executive Summary To enable members to discuss Walking, Cycling and Bridle Trails Strategy. 2. Recommendation THAT the report of the Chief Executive Walking, Cycling and Bridle Trails Strategy - be received. Attachments: Walking, Cycling and Bridle Trails Strategy Letter Page 1 of 1 Version 2.0

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21 21 Item Number: 7.4 Open Meeting To Raglan Community Board From VA Ramduny Acting General Manager Strategy & Support Date 13 August 2015 Prepared By DM Lee PA to General Manager Strategy & Support Chief Executive Approved Y DWS Document Set # Report Title Annual Report for Waikato District i-site and Raglan i-site 1. Executive Summary To update the Board on the annual report for the Waikato District i-site and Raglan i-site. 2. Recommendation THAT the report of the Acting General Manager Strategy & Support Annual Report for Waikato District i-site and Raglan i-site - be received. Attachment(s) Annual Report for Waikato District i-site and Raglan i-site Page 1 of 1 Version 2.0

22 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites Kim Bredenbeck General Manager

23 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites This report focuses on the operational activities of the Waikato District i-site s located at Huntly and Raglan and reflects the year July 2014 to June THE INDUSTRY AND ITS CONTRIBUTION These i-sites are the front door to the Waikato Districts unique offerings and experiences they provide an important interface between regions and visitors, helping ensure they know what to see and do and where to stay. They are key influencers in visitors decision making to spend time in the district while they travel through the North Island. Our skilful sales team offer advice, which regularly leads to longer stays and greater expenditure. In addition i-sites offer a mechanism for local operators and service providers to promote and sell their products and for communities in our district to promote local events and public amenities. They fulfil a key role for the visitor industry, they create positive social benefits to communities and make an important economic contribution to our local district economy. The i-site Network is estimated to have received 7.8 million in-person visitors during the year; the network is comprised of 79 accredited i-sites of which the Waikato District has two. VISITOR ACTIVITY AND STATISTICAL ANALYSIS The information centres located at Raglan and Huntly have hosted a combined total of 108,646 with Huntly hosting 73,342 and Raglan 34,337. Figures overall are slightly up on this time last year however we did have a huge drop in UK and European visitors as reflected in their economies the only increase of note was German tourists to Raglan again a reflection of their economic performance. We have seen growth in the domestic, Australian and Asian markets in line with the strong growth of visitors from China Visitor Breadown 2014 / 2015 Axis Title Visitor County of Origin Asia USA / Canada UK / Europe Australia NZ Domestic and Local Other ie South America etc Totals Series ,850 12,743 17,951 16,370 31,222 14, ,646 Series ,913 12,505 26,692 13,523 25,341 11, ,047 Page 2

24 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites 24 The free independent traveller market is experiencing excellent growth up 64% showing an annual increase of 7,866+ to a total of 18,490 up from last years total of 10,624. Combined breakdown of visitor type F.I.T Free travellers Other NZ Domestic/local Internationals 0 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 Internationals NZ Domestic/local Other F.I.T Free travellers ,381 28,331 11,073 10, ,721 30,956 15,969 18,490 Locals and domestic New Zealand visitors are continuing to access these services in large quantities with over 30,956 residents and citizens recorded utilising our expertise. Waikato District i-site at Huntly 4% 12% 25% FIT Bus 59% Local Domestic Huntly continues to host larger numbers of internationals at 59% alongside a strong 25% free independent travellers and 12% New Zealand based visitors. Raglan i-site Domestic 41% International 42% Local 17% Page 3

25 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites 25 Raglan continues to host an even amount of international and New Zealand based visitors with a strong German contingent sitting amongst the European statistics. Raglan is a popular destination for Auckland based New Zealanders and staff is noticing many Asian kiwis bringing their extended families to Raglan on their visits to NZ! Information Centre Combined Membership 129 The sites have a combined membership of 129 operators of which 90% are located within the Waikato District. Raglan as a key destination site has 85 members made up of accommodation, activity and business entities. A Total of 85 members belong to the Raglan i-site Raglan Accommodation Members Dual Accommodation Members Activity Members Dual Activity Members Business Members 10% 19% 50% 12% 9% Huntly has 44 members with 20 local and 24 dual members from Raglan. It is pleasing to note that the team at Huntly are working hard to promote areas such as Raglan. Our team is also promoting across the district however we are able to track the Raglan referrals from both sites. 6,017 visitors were directed to Raglan from Huntly during Visitors to Raglan via Huntly 6,017 visitors in 2015 and 5,879 in 2014 Visitors directed to Raglan from Huntly 2014 Visitors directed to Raglan from Huntly % 49% Both sites have directly booked over $260, on behalf of their members with many more dollars unable to be accounted for. Our team refer visitors to members and the assumption is that these customers go on to stay or do an activity as a result of being sold this product on behalf of a member. Page 4

26 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites 26 Key Highlights for the year Both sites were open a total of 5,720 hours averaging 110 hours per week providing residents and visitors the opportunity to access information and services. In Raglans case the museum was open 7 days per week and this does contribute to their numbers. The staff from these sites is dedicated to provide support for their members by being open 52 weeks per annum with Christmas Day being the only day the sites are closed. Running extended hours to ensure all visitors are looked after with no additional cost to the rate payer. The i-sites processed 771 activity and 193 accommodation transactions on behalf of members during this period. 545 tickets were issued for residents purchasing travel. 129 operators have paid to be promoted as members by the i-sites. Both sites are Qualmark approved and certified. The staff has progressed with their i-site qualifications with level 3, and 4 certificates completed. They are all compliant with the training requirements outlined by their annual i-site audits. Hobbiton remains a key destination via the Huntly site. 3,101 people visited the museum over this period, which is down by However the museum was closed for several weeks as they set up their ANZAC display. This very popular exhibition has hosted many schools from in and around the region Jun-15 Jun-14 0 Adult Child Total The increase in children is reflective of the schools that have visited the WW1 exhibition. Huntly and Raglan websites have been completed and are now on a continuous cycle of improvement by staff. The Raglan website has hosted a total of 7,796 visitors to the website with 16.9% returning visitors and 83.1% new visitors. Trip Advisor - We have just been added to Trip Advisor along with 27 other i-sites. Tourism New Zealand has worked with Trip Advisor s regional office in Singapore and the remaining 52 i-sites will be added by the end of August. Gorilla marketing at the Fieldays Te Aronui secured a position as a Fieldays hostess and was able to place 500 Raglan brochures into the welcome packs this was a great marketing opportunity for Raglan. Page 5

27 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites 27 Cross Selling Event The Waikato Regional Cluster of i-sites have 10 minute slots to present their areas to each other promoting what the communities in their district has to offer visitors. The team recently promoted Huntly as a way of shifting perceptions about this community by highlighting its natural attractions. Promotional Collateral - The brochures below were produced in-house by the Agency and printed on high quality brochure paper. Page 6

28 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites There is also a Pokeno, Hakanoa Lake brochure with a welcome to Huntly Booklet currently being designed. This collateral supports the web presence we have developed for our areas and also the sales pitch utilised by our team. The Waikato District Brochure is down to a few thousand as we support the regional tourism organisations Waikato brochure. It has been a powerful marketing tool for our team. 28 Famil Activity The staff has been able to attend the following familiarisation opportunities within and outside the district this period. Hawkes Bay, Napier Hauraki Blue Cruises located at the viaduct in Auckland Te Awa The Great New Zealand River Ride walkway between Horotiu and Hamilton Gardens Manor View Huntly based accommodation provider hosted by new owner All of the accommodation and activity providers have been visited by the team at Raglan in the past 24 months, with many of the more popular providers receiving annual visits. Intangible business activity Raglan staff are recording with greater accuracy the work they do on behalf of members and local businesses where a large amount of time will be spent with a customer presenting and promoting a members product or service but a booking was not secured, however the staff are pretty certain these people will head to the operator directly thus avoiding a commission. The accommodations/activity inquiry book recorded 218 customer interactions through a variety of mediums. The isite diary recorded 187 customers served from the site where a booking was not secured there but likely to be directly with the member. Partnership Opportunity with the Department of Conservation (DOC) Three locations (Raglan i-site, Te Awamutu i-site and Pirongia Environment Centre) have been identified by DOC as areas they would like to leverage a presence in the communities identified as a trial. The aim is to place a flat screen i-pad into these locations as a remote resource of information encouraging people to use DOC related tramping areas for there recreation choices. Particularly off the phenomenal success of the Hakarimata track where over 100, people have used it in the past 12 months. DOC has electronic counters in place so the figure is accurate. Staff are keen to support this trial in the Raglan i-site. Page 7

29 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites Huntly Shop interior improvements Huntly has painted the front inside of the shop silver to give the entrance a facelift and customers have commented on how well the shop is presented. 29 New Products New Huntly Products Overseas Postcard Stamps /and Huntly Dishes The postcard stamps now have the Bush Tramway Club engine at the top and the Huntly Bridge set in the background. The dish is supplied by Splashy Business at Horotiu Volunteers Raglan has two volunteers, Holly and Danielle. Holly has been with the team 1 year and Danielle joined 3 months ago. They support the staff with their energy and enthusiasm, the i-site is grateful for their input. Page 8

30 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites The Huntly and Raglan websites have been completed with good feedback to date The websites have already reached there original standard website plan settings, both sites needed to have the traffic capacity increased to host larger numbers of people accessing these sites for information etc. Page 9

31 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites 31 Raglan is running extended winter hours to ensure all visitors are catered for up to 7.00pm, particularly those customers coming off the the last bus at 6.45pm. Opening Hours Mon-Sat 9.30am 7.00pm Sun 9.30am 6.00pm This is being monitored to evaluate the cost versus the value provided prior to next winter. The aim is to eventually get the bus to stop in Petchell s park next to the i-site in order to drive business to our local operators. Gateway i-site Attributes In conclusion a great deal of research and discussion with operators is being compiled to assist with future decisions in relation to a gateway i-site possibly at Pokeno. The following information will continue to provide context and meaning to assist with any feasibility considerations. Planning will start in August around feasibility parameters for the study working in with Clive Morgan and Kiri Goulter. Information will be provided to council as it comes to hand attached is a summary of information that has been circulated to council staff. Key attributes for a sustainable i-site to provide a gateway of tourism information and services for the Waikato District and beyond. Access by all forms of transport Safe for all visitors to use Able to service north and south bound visitors Sustainable business model, able to provide other services to offset highs and lows within the industry Utilise existing buildings and resources to mitigate burden on rate payers Ensure business model has the financial resources to be sustainable Connected to a historical site and high quality local product Staff are focussed on selling the features and benefits of the Waikato District communities The opportunities: Build on strong FIT market growth Support local sector utilising visual marketing tools, social media, phone apps, web tools etc Support the communities and ratepayers of the district by promoting the value of these communities to all visitors to i-site. Page 10

32 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites 32 As our primary industry suffers from poor market demand our tourism becomes an important sector for our district. The Power of Tourism Tourism a bedrock of New Zealand s economy Tourism is a fundamental contributor to New Zealand s economy and way of life. Tourism contributes almost 9% of gross domestic product (GDP) as well as directly and indirectly employing nearly one in nine New Zealanders. Despite more challenging times in the past several years, tourism remains New Zealand s second largest foreign exchange earner. The graph below shows how tourism and its contribution is felt at national, regional and local levels throughout the New Zealand economy. Page 11

33 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites 33 Insights; is a Tourism New Zealand survey tool that is provided to all i-sites in New Zealand and the latest research is presented below. On average international tourists rated their experience in NZ 8.9% Visitors rate their experience with i-sites at 8.3 How International Tourists Get Information while in NZ. Personal Advice 70% Brochures 41% Travel Guides/Books 37% I-SITE 32.% Social Media 14% GPS 13% Trip Advisor 11% Smart Phone Apps 10% NZ.com 6% Wotif 3% Limited access to Wi-Fi means international tourists are still mostly using traditional means to access information while in NZ This is be a result of printed matter. Despite increasing use of technology, brochures still remain the main source of finding information in NZ. Top Activities and Attractions participated in. Wildlife in Natural habitat 75% Walk, Hike, Trek or Tramp 69% Beach 57% Visit a National Park 52% Public Museum/Art Gallery 43% Scenic Boat Trip 34% Geothermal Park 33% Place of Significance to Maori 33% Bar/Nightclub 30% Hot Pools 28% Gondola/cable/Tram ride 27% Page 12

34 Annual Report for Waikato District and Raglan i-sites Farm/Orchard 24% Glow worms 23% Glacier 22% Vineyard or Wine Trail 22% Point of interest Statistics shows 10% of visitors from Australia already include cycling as part of their visit to New Zealand and nearly a quarter of all Australian visitors are open to the idea of trying out a bike trip In less than five years Te Awa has become one of the most popular trails in New Zealand. On any given day, hundreds of walkers and cyclists can be seen travelling along the three-metre-wide river path and enjoying once inaccessible views of the Waikato River. Visitor Feedback Staff continue to get great feedback from the many thousands of people that access their services for tourism advice. 34 Page 13

35 35 Item Number: 7.5 Open Meeting To Raglan Community Board From TG Whittaker General Manager Strategy & Support Date 26 August 2015 Prepared By J Calambuhay Management Accountant Chief Executive Approved Y DWS Document Set # Report Title Discretionary Fund Report to 25 August Executive Summary To update the Board on the Discretionary Fund Report to 25 August Recommendation THAT the report of the General Manager Strategy & Support Discretionary Fund Report to 25 August 2015 dated 26 August 2015 be received. Attachment(s) - Discretionary Fund Report to 25 August 2015 Page 1 of 1 Version 2.0

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37 37 Item Number: 7.6 Open Meeting To Infrastructure Committee Raglan Community Board From TN Harty General Manager Service Delivery Date 13 August 2015 Prepared By KC Bredesen Business Support Team Leader/PA Chief Executive Approved Y DWS Document Set # Report Title Raglan Kopua Holiday Park Board of Management Chairperson s Annual Report 1 July 30 June Executive Summary Raglan Kopua Holiday Park Chairperson s Annual Monthly Report 1 July 31 December 2015 is attached for information. 2. Recommendation THAT the report of the General Manager Service Delivery Raglan Kopua Holiday Park Board of Management Chairperson s Annual Report 1 July 30 June be received. Attachment: Raglan Kopua Holiday Park Chairperson s Annual Report 1 July 30 June 2015 Page 1 of 1 Version 2.0

38 38 TO Infrastructure Committee Raglan Community Board DATE Friday, 31 July 2015 FROM Colin KM Chung Chairperson Raglan Kopua Holiday Park Board of Management SUBJECT Raglan Kopua Holiday Park Chairperson s Annual Report 1 July 30 June PURPOSE OF REPORT The purpose of the Chairperson s Annual report is to keep the Infrastructure Committee/Raglan Community Board of the Waikato District Council fully informed of all significant issues/activities of the Raglan Kopua Holiday Park. REPORT Introduction This report presents a summary of the main issues/activities for the period of 12 months from 1 July June 2015 and in general, this year s sales and performance has been a little better than last year s. Issues: Given the slow economic growth in our part of the world, the past year have gone quite well. Our busy summer period started well with good December sales starting earlier than last year and with January already busy, we were still able to squeeze another 10% growth during this busy month. The good weather and long dry spell brought more families who stayed longer. Having 3 long weekends during our second half of the normally slower period of our year, meant we were able to accomplish a respectful 6% growth for the year. There have been very few problems overall in both customer satisfaction/sales and service/maintenance in the park, and with many good comments and rebookings for next year, we have ended this year on another high note. During the past few months with the occupancy down, Rob and his team has been able to get underway with the major capital improvements which should be finished in the spring, well ahead of our expected busy holiday season again. Thanks again to Rob and Jo and their efficient and dedicated staff for another smoothrunning and successful year. Budget/Financial Performance: We have budgeted for only a small growth in sales for this year over last, but we have managed to obtain a growth of just over $75,000 or 6% over last year s performance. However, even with increase costs in some areas, mainly beyond our control, we were still able to achieve a 20.4% net surplus after depreciation, which is an increase of 8% over last year. This leaves us with a very healthy working capital of over $570,000 and equity of over $3.2 million.

39 Capital Works/Projects: The capital improvement budget for this past year was just in excess of $1M with a major part ($693,000) going to the park s contribution to the Multi-Purpose Building fund ($500,000 held over from last year) with quite a bit already spent before the summer rush on improvements & upgrading of facilities and planned annual maintenance ($70,000). Capital Expenditure Analysis year-to-date Description of work Forecast cost* Balance to expend Multi-purpose hall $250,000 $250,000 Multi-purpose hall - budget carried forward $443,162 $443,162 BMX Track Amenities (improve & upgrade) $5,000 $5,000 Studio Unit x 1 $60,000 $1,297 Seal roads, kerbing $166,488 $0 Beach access stage 2 $5,000 $5,000 Heritage Trail $5,000 $5,000 Electric BBQs x 3, power, tables, (site development) $50,000 $11,255 Upgrade cash and card systems $12,000 $12,000 Main Toilet Block upgrade $80,000 $80,000 Van and signwriting $20,000 $913 Total $1,096,650 $813,627 * Per Capital Plan put forward for approval April Major Maintenance Items: No major maintenance items or projects were undertaken except for our scheduled planned maintenance to replace or upgrade accommodation units and facilities as previously noted. Health & Safety Issues: We have no major health or safety issues with either staff or patrons of the park during the last year, although a recent renovation job by Rob and his team proved to breach Council s accepted procedures and work was halted until all concerns were rectified. Number of Visitors/Stays: We can report though that we had a small, but significant increase in numbers from clever advertising and promotions over the last year and by having a much bigger on-line presence, we were still able to get good results. We will continue with this strategy this coming year. Another contributor to our success and the increase in visitors and sales this past year is the prestigious and significant recognition, the Service IQ Holiday Park Visitor Experience Award, received by Rob and Mary on behalf of the park. This and the commitment to improve service through the enrolment of 6 of our key staff with Service IQ NZ Certificate in Tourism Level 3, has certainly raised the level of our service to our guests. Miscellaneous Items: The Park is in the process of conducting a Te Kopua Domain Reserve Management Plan Feasibility and Stocktake and has commissioned BECA to undertake this exercise which should be completed by the second week of July. Rob and Mary, Jo and their loyal and hardworking team are to be commended of their commitment and results over the past year. We have finished this fiscal year on yet another high note of financial security, whilst providing for the needs of both our visitors and residents of Raglan.

40 40 Item Number: 7.7 Open Meeting To Raglan Community Board From TG Whittaker General Manager Strategy & Support Date 24 August 2015 Prepared By D Lee PA to General Manager Strategy & Support Chief Executive Approved Y DWS Document Set # Report Title Service Request Report 1 March 2015 to 30 June Executive Summary To update the Board on service requests from 1 March 2015 to 30 June Recommendation THAT the report of the General Manager Strategy & Support Service Request Report 1 March 2015 to 30 June 2015 dated 24 Auugst 2015 be received. Attachment(s) CRM Reports Page 1 of 1 Version 2.0

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48 48 Item Number: 7.8 Open Meeting To Raglan Community Board From TN Harty General Manager Service Delivery Date 27 August 2015 Prepared By KC Bredesen Business Support Team Leader/PA Chief Executive Approved Y DWS Document Set # Report Title Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes 18 August Executive Summary The minutes of the Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee meeting dated 18 August 2015 are attached for the Board s information. The Raglan Community Board representative will confirm the minutes have been approved at the meeting. 2. Recommendation THAT the report of the General Manager Service Delivery Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes 18 August be received. 3. Attachment Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes 18 August 2015 Page 1 of 1 Version 2.0

49 49 D R A F T Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, 18 August 2015, 5.30pm Present: Apologies: Absent: Shayne Gold, Raglan Sports Fishing Club and Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Chairperson Angeline Greensill, Tainui Awhiro Ngunguru Te Po, Ngunguru Te Ao and Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Co-Chairperson Noel Barber, Waikato District Council Gordon Bailey, Waikato District Council Deane Hishon, Point Board Riders Club Inc Councillor Clint Baddeley Liz Armore, Surf Club Frank Turner, Community Representative Debbie Phillips, Surf Club Ross H, Friends of Wainui John Lawson, Friends of Wainui Allen Vink, Raglan Communities Board Dirk De Ruysscher, Mountain Bike Club Charlie Young, Mountain Bike Club and Surf School Sheryl Hart N/A 1. Receipt of the Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Meeting Action Resolved: (Frank Turner/Debbie Phillips) THAT receipt of the Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes dated 15 June 2015 be confirmed. FYI CARRIED on the voices 2. Matters arising from previous minutes: Shade Sail WDC to meet with Deane Hishon to confirm location for Shade Sail to be installed. WDC

50 Swimming 50 Action There are growing concerns for the swimmers and paddle boarders, who are getting caught in the tide and are being swept out to sea. Information Center may be able to help in this area by providing information regarding the areas of concern. The Waikato Regional Council is aware of the situation and is working on the issue. Single Lane Bridge, Wainui Reserve Signage has been erected, however there are still visitors to the reserve who are speeding down the hill towards the single lane bridge. Track Signage, Wainui Reserve Track names are in the process of being confirmed. FYI WDC Noel B Angeline G 3. Event Updates and Proposals Commercial Activity, Orienteering Gareth Jones Gareth Jones would like to run an Orienteering Programme through the Wainui Reserve. His plan would be for this programme to start at the Wainui Reserve, through the farm with a walking track into the pine plantation. His target group would be youth and school groups. He is aiming for groups of 30, however maximum group numbers would be 50. All users will be required to keep to the tracks, using the stiles and gates on the farm. Only defined routes will be used. Payment will be required for the Orienteering Programme. Committee Mountain Bike Track Update Resource Consent application is currently being applied for. A letter from Local iwi and the Raglan Coastal Reserves Advisory Committee is required in support of the bike track. Maps have been presented. These maps have indicated different grades of the potential tracks. An Archaeologist may be required on site during construction. This is while the track crews are working around historical sites. This could be a cost of up to $1,000 per day. A small digger is required to complete the work because the crews will only be scraping the tops of the tracks. A site visit will be organised early September. Date to be confirmed. FYI

51 51 Q: Why are there extra tracks? A: This is a proposal only. The extra track provides extra options and grades for different levels of users. We want to cater to meet our users needs. Action FYI Q: Is there going to be a charge to the users? A: No. Maps may be sold at the Information Office to create a return and to assist with the maintenance of the track. We may also look at fund-raising through the Mountain Bike Club. A donation box may be installed. Q: Consideration is required to stop riders, riding over archaeological sites. These sites are located at both entrances to the pine plantation. What has been put in place to stop this from happening? A: The northern entrance has been removed. The only entrance is the southern entrance. The use of an existing gate half way down the south facing side of the pine plantation may be utilised. Q: Would the removal of the pine plantation affect the archaeological sites? A: This would need to go through a process involving the Historical Places Trust, which will include an archaeological site assessment, prior to any trees being removed. The outcome may require the trees to remain. This is a process that Council will consider in the future. Q: Where are other linkages for the mountain bike track to extend to? A: David Peacocke s property which is located around the Harbour, Te Hutewai Road, Maungatawhiri Road, may include the new subdivision called Rangatahi. Q: Could we isolate the archaeological site? A: This may be a requirement or construction that may need to be a certain distance from the sites. This is all part of the discussions that local iwi and the Historical Trust Organisation will be having. Q: Who will maintain the track? A: The Mountain Bike Club will share the maintenance programme for the track. We may have the construction crew back on an annual basis. Q: Would a site visit for interested parties be beneficial? A: Yes. If all parties are familiar with the track and can visit the archaeological sites.

52 52 Sound Splash, Update from Brian and Naomi Ruawai Letters are being sent to the neighbouring properties to advise of the event. Organisers are currently working on the infrastructure for the event. Issues regarding alcohol have been raised, however no factual information has been provided to support the issues. The Surf Club is happy to work with the event organisers. An Impact Assessment was completed in 2007 when the last Sound Splash took place. The information provided in the assessment has been taken into account to improve this event. A proposal to install temporary Eco Friendly toilets has been put forward. Gordon will follow up on this. Organisers have requested for more power connections to be added to the current power supply. Noel will meet Brian on site to do costings. Organisers are currently looking into different types of temporary shower systems. They may hire a block of showers if unable to find a suitable solution. The festival will be more of a multi-fest rather than limited to Reggae. Organisers to contact Susan Chibnall from Council to discuss signage to advertise the event. Action FYI WDC to check viability of plans WDC Beach Erosion Question has been raised around any future plan to install a ramp from the sealed area to the beach. There is currently an emergency vehicle entrance from the Wainamu Beach Entrance, where the old surf club was located off the end of Riria Kereopa Memorial Drive. WDC Update from the Waikato Regional Council regarding erosion on the beach The sand may return during the spring tides. We will need to monitor the sand movement over the next few months. No structures are to be built as they may be exposed in the future and create unwanted rubbish being caught up in the erosion and end up in the ocean. Battering of the bank may be required if the sand doesn t return. This is to allow access for the surf club vehicles and ease of access for beach users. General Surf Lifesaving starts Labour Weekend. 4. Events All events approved. 5. Next meeting 21 September 2015

53 Item Number: 53 Open Meeting To Raglan Community Board From TG Whittaker General Manager Strategy & Support Date 28 August 2015 Prepared By D Lee PA to General Manager Strategy & Support Chief Executive Approved Y DWS Document Set # Report Title Raglan Actions, Issues, Works & Correspondence Report 1. Executive Summary To update the Board and provide information on issues, contracts, projects and correspondence relating to the Raglan Community Board. 2. Recommendation THAT the report of the General Manager Strategy & Support Raglan Actions, Issues, Works & Correspondence Report be received.

54 54 RAGLAN COMMUNITY BOARD WORKS, ISSUES & ACTION REGISTER 2015 Issue Area Action Comments Lower Norrie Avenue Roading Alliance Needs continuous 2-way traffic from pedestrian crossing. Diagonal parking is hampering 2-way traffic at the pedestrian crossing. Request that the 12 car parks be converted to parallel parking. $6000 unspent from Roading Alliance The Board would like to use this money to discretionary fund for the help with addressing the Stewart 2015 year Street/Whitley Street footpath and parking issues. Need to increase the number of angle parks in Stewart Street. Board wants to know if Council contribute the remainder can this be considered in the Roading Proposed names for trail signs for Wainui Reserve have been sent to local iwi for approval Service Delivery Alliance work plan? Council is awaiting feedback. Staff to provide feedback at next meeting. An engineer will visit the site and review the issue. Stewart Street footpath will be added to the footpath programme. Angle parking to be investigated. Council now has the names for the signs and the signage is being made. Installation is expected to occur in October. Water Quality Service Delivery (Martin Mould) The Board would like to have an update of the current drinking water quality for Raglan to be provided for the next meeting. The current official grading of the water supply is Ed. This grading was completed prior to the recent plant upgrade. The upgrade addressed the issues of concern at the plant and it is expected at the next grading the level will increase significantly.

55 55 Issue Area Action Comments (Note that grading is undertaken by the Ministry of Health and staff are unaware of when it is to next occur). Community Board Engagement Plan Strategy & Support Will be sent to Council for feedback. Meeting to be arranged with Kelly Clarkson on her return from holiday. Karioi Track Service Delivery Board took a decision at its meeting in July for a walking/biking track to lookout at S6-3.4km from Wainui Road - update on progress for the next meeting. This project has been handed to the Projects team. However, before work can commence consultation is required with neighbouring land owners. This is due to commence in September/October. Section 32 (Plan Change 14) report Forward Works Programme Strategy & Support Service Delivery To be tabled so that Board members are aware of the issues - staff to present section report at next meeting. The report in future contains items pertinent to Raglan as included in the Infrastructure Committee Item 7.6 Issues and Works. This work is in progress and an update will be provided at a subsequent board meeting when completed. Service Delivery Forward Works Programme is attached for the Board s information. Add: Slip report 2014/2015 Wainui Road 7200 slip, Ohautira Road 2100 deferred, Rehabilitation 14/003 Norrie Avenue, James Street Completed.

56 56 Service Delivery Waters Following a further wastewater overflow in Greenslade Road Raglan, staff have fast-tracked the identification of Wastewater manholes within 100 meters of waterways. This work identified 280 manholes within the 100 meters. These have all been inspected, with any issues jetted and CCTV inspected. These inspections will become annual events. The data collected is all part of the wider asset condition assessment programme. The same work has identified a further 377 manholes within 100 meters of water ways (rivers, streams etc) across the rest of district. These assets will be inspected over the coming months based on critically. Roading Signage Signage is one of a number of tools used to inform our communities about the work we are completing. In the initial project planning stage, we may liaise with the Communications team on the best methods to advise the community about the work. The agreed tools will vary according to the community and work involved and does include the option of project signage. For future projects we have agreed that signage will be installed for any work programme of five working days or more. This timeframe is the most cost effective for design, production and installation of the signage. Any work programme less than the five working days will be assessed on its direct effect to the residents/community. Where the lesser work schedule will inconvenience local residents or members of the public ie road closure, one lane traffic management, signs will be installed. Project signage is developed externally and is in line with the Waikato District Council signage directory templates. Parks & Facilities Raglan Recreation Ground Lighting Renewal Council is renewing the old rugby lights at the recreation ground. The new lights will be taller than the existing ones but will have less light spill. A Resource Consent has been applied for. The existing lighting system and poles are very old with one falling over in the wind last year.

57 57 Tree Removal Proposal: 1. Remove one (1) Holm Oak tree, relatively juvenile specimen, from adjacent the toilet block on Cliff St (photo attached) 2. Remove one (1) Phoenix palm situated in car park space adjacent toilet block on Cliff St (photo of trunk) Reasons: Holm Oak is deemed still a juvenile specimen considering the dimensions the species can attain that is located and growing within a relatively confined space. It is considered the removal of The Holm Oak at this point in time will eliminate potential damage to the adjacent toilet block. Phoenix Palm. Palm is impeding establishment of an adjacent large Holm Oak and a Norfolk Island pine respectively. Removal will also enable full usage of the car park area adjacent the toilet block.