Volume 3: Local Board Information and Agreements

He Mihi

Tērā tō waka te hoea ake e koe i te moana o te Waitematā kia ū mai rā ki te ākau i Ōkahu.
Ki reira, ka mihi ake ai ki ngā maunga here kōrero,
ki ngā pari whakarongo tai,
ki ngā awa tuku kiri o ōna manawhenua, ōna mana ā-iwi taketake mai, tauiwi atu.
E koro mā, e kui mā i te wāhi ngaro, ko Tāmaki Makaurau tā koutou i whakarere iho ai, ki ngā reanga whakaheke,
ki ngā uri whakatupu – ki tō iti, ki tō rahi.
Tāmaki – makau a te rau, murau a te tini, wenerau a te mano. Kāhore tō rite i te ao.
Tō ahureinga titi rawa ki ngā pūmanawa o mātou kua whakakāinga ki roto i a koe.
Kua noho mai koe hei toka herenga i ō mātou manako katoa.
Kua ūhia nei mātou e koe ki te korowai o tō atawhai, ki te āhuru o tō awhi, ki te kuku rawa o tō manawa.
He mea tūturu tonu whakairihia, hei tāhuhu mō te rangi e tū iho nei, hei whāriki mō te papa e takoto ake nei.
Kia kōpakina mātou e koe ki raro i te whakamarumaru o āu manaakitanga.
E te marae whakatutū puehu o te mano whāioio, e rokohanga nei i ngā muna, te huna tonu i ō whāruarua
i ngā hua e taea te hauhake i ō māra kai, i ngā rawa e āhei te kekerihia i ō pūkoro. Te mihia nei koe e mātou.
Tāmaki Makaurau, ko koe me tō kotahi i te ao nei, nōku te māringanui kia mōhio ki a koe, kia miria e te kakara o
te hau pūangi e kawe nei i ō rongo.
Ka whītiki nei au i taku hope ki ngā pepehā o onamata, ki ōku tūmanako mō āpōpō me ōku whakaritenga kua
tutuki mō te rā nei.
Tāmaki Makaurau, tukuna tō wairua kia rere.

Let your canoe carry you across the waters of the Waitematā until you make landfall at Ōkahu.
There, to greet the mountains, repository of all that has been said of this place,
there to greet the cliffs that have heard the ebb and flow of the tides of time, and the rivers that cleansed the forebears
of all who came,
those born of this land and the newcomers among us all.
To all who have passed into realms unseen, Auckland is the legacy you leave to those who follow,
your descendants – the least, yet, greatest part of you all.
Auckland – beloved of hundreds, famed among the multitude, envy of thousands. You are unique in the world.
Your beauty is infused in the hearts and minds of those of us who call you home.
You remain the rock upon which our dreams are built.
You have cloaked us in your care, taken us into the safety of your embrace, to the very soul of your existence.
It is only right that you are held in high esteem, the solid ground on which all can stand. You bestow your benevolence
on us all.
The hive of industry you have become motivates many to delve the undiscovered secrets of your realm,
the fruits that can still be harvested from your food stores and the resources that lie fallow in your fields.
We thank you.
Auckland you stand alone in the world, it is my privilege to know you,
to be brushed by the gentle breeze that carries the fragrance of all that is you.
And so I gird myself with the promises of yesteryear, my hopes for tomorrow and my plans for today.

How this 10-year Budget 2018-2028 is arranged
Finding your way around the three volumes

Volume 1: An overview of our 10-year Budget

Part 1: Provides an introduction to our 10-year Budget including decisions made on the key issues which were consulted on. Our plan for the next 10 years includes a brief overview of the plans, strategies and budget that has been adopted by the Governing Body.
Part 2: Contains our prospective financial statements for 2018-2028 and other key financial information.
Part 3: Report from the Auditor General.
Part 4: Provides Supplementary information on how to contact the council, its structure and people. Glossary of terms and key word index.

Volume 2: Our detailed budgets, strategies and policies

Part 1: Our key strategies – including a Summary of The Auckland Plan 2050, discussion on Māori Identity and Wellbeing and Auckland's 30-year Infrastructure strategy and Financial strategy.
Part 2: Our Activities – key information on what services Auckland Council delivers, performance measures and budget.
Part 3: Our policies – Revenue and Financing policy, Funding impact statement (including the rating mechanism), Financial reporting and prudence benchmarks, Local board funding policy, Allocation of decision making responsibility for non-regulatory activities, Summary of Significance and Engagement policy and CCO Accountability policy.
Part 4: Summary of the Tūpuna Maunga Authority Operational Plan 2018/2019.
Part 5: Our Council-controlled organisations.
Part 6: Supplementary information – Glossary of terms and Key word index.

Volume 3: Local Board information and agreements

Part 1: Provides information on local boards, the development of local board plans and agreements and a summary of planned local board expenditure for 2018-2028.
Part 2: Contains specific information for each of the 21 local boards, including a local board agreement (outlining local activity initiatives and budgets for 2018/2019), and an introductory section that provides context for the agreement.
Part 3: Supplementary information – Glossary of terms and Key word index.

Rārangi kōrero
Contents

Volume 3: Local Board Information and Agreements

Pae tuatahi: He whakarāpopoto mō ngā poari ā-rohe
Part 1: Local board overview
1.1 Local board overview
1.2 Developing local priorities
1.3 Funding

Pae tuarua: Ngā pārongo me ngā whakaetanga o ngā poari ā-rohe
Part 2: Local board information and agreements
2.1 Albert-Eden Local Board
2.2 Devonport-Takapuna Local Board
2.3 Franklin Local Board
2.4 Great Barrier Local Board
2.5 Henderson-Massey Local Board
2.6 Hibiscus and Bays Local Board
2.7 Howick Local Board
2.8 Kaipātiki Local Board
2.9 Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board
2.10 Manurewa Local Board
2.11 Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board
2.12 Ōrākei Local Board
2.13 Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board
2.14 Papakura Local Board
2.15 Puketāpapa Local Board
2.16 Rodney Local Board
2.17 Upper Harbour Local Board
2.18 Waiheke Local Board
2.19 Waitākere Ranges Local Board
2.20 Waitematā Local Board
2.21 Whau Local Board

Pae tuatoru: Purongo tāpiri
Part 3: Supplementary information
3.1 Glossary of terms

1.0 Local board overview

Introduction

The governing body (mayor + 20 councillors)

• focus on big picture and Auckland-wide issues
• develop Auckland-wide strategies and plans
• decision making of activities such as bylaws, licensing, inspection and animal management

21 local boards

• represent local communities
• provide local leadership
• make decisions on local issues and activities
• allocate local discretionary funding such as community grants and events
• input to regional strategies and plans
• advocate to the Governing Body and CCOs on behalf of local communities

Auckland Council has a unique model of local government in New Zealand, comprising the Governing Body (made up of the mayor and 20 ward councillors) and 21 local boards. The Governing Body focuses on Auckland-wide issues while local boards are responsible for decision making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. Together, this is a shared governance model where decisions can be made both regionally and locally.

Local board decision-making comes from three sources:

1.     Legislation – local boards are responsible for activities such as community engagement, preparing local board plans, agreeing and monitoring local board agreements, proposing local bylaws and communicating local views to the Governing Body on regional strategies, policies, plans and bylaws. 

2.     Allocation of decision-making for non-regulatory activities – the Governing Body has allocated decision-making responsibility for certain non-regulatory activities to local boards.  Local boards make decisions on, and have oversight of, a broad range of local activities such as local parks, libraries, events, recreational facilities and community activities. Please see Volume 2, Part 3 for the Allocation of decision-making responsibilities for non-regulatory activities.

3.     Delegation of decision-making responsibilities – the Governing Body may delegate responsibility for some regulatory activities to local boards and Auckland Transport may delegate some decision-making responsibilities to local boards. Please see Volume 2, Part 3 for the list of delegated responsibilities to local boards.

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Developing local priorities

Local board plans are strategic documents that set the direction for local boards and also inform the 10-year long-term plan. Reflecting community priorities and preferences, the plans are developed every three years to guide local board activity, funding and investment decisions. They also influence local board input into regional strategies and plans.

A key role of local board plans is to provide a basis for developing local board agreements. Every year, a local board agreement is developed between the Governing Body and each local board.  It agrees the delivery and funding of local activities and intended levels of service for that area, for the year. The agreement takes into account local board plan priorities, but must also reflect Governing Body decisions such as Auckland-wide priorities, budget constraints and trade-offs across all council activities. Each local board also agrees annual work programmes in line with their local board agreement.

Local Board Agreements for 2018/2019 have been adopted by local boards and agreed by the Governing Body and are set out in Part 2.

Local activities

Local boards have decision making responsibility for a range of activities, as set out in the following list.

• Local Community Services
• Local Planning and Development
• Local Environmental Management
• Local Governance.

Local board agreements outline for each activity area the key initiatives and funding for the 2018/2019 financial year.

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Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset based services - the Governing Body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the Governing Body on an annual basis.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

There is also a discretionary capital expenditure fund for local boards.  This incorporates a total fund of over $10 million per annum across all 21 local boards, to be managed in three-year periods. 

The total planned expenditure for local activities across all 21 local boards over the 2018-2028 financial years are shown in following table below. The budgets for each local board are listed within the individual local board agreements in this volume. 

Expenditure for all local board areas for 2018/2019 by local board

Budgets include inflation, interest and depreciation, and exclude corporate overheads.

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2.1 Albert-Eden Local Board

Message from the Chair

We would like to thank our communities for letting us know what is important to them. We're proud to represent such an informed and engaged community. It is especially pleasing to receive solid support in general for our proposals; only 17 per cent of written submitters did not support the Board's direction in some measure.

In developing this local board agreement, we carefully considered the 1697 written submissions on the Board's priorities and key initiatives. Your feedback enables us to:

• Work with other local boards to create a plan to restore freshwater in Waitītiko/Meola Creek, Waiateao/Motions Creek and the Three Kings to Western Springs aquifer.
• Promote sustainable practices in businesses in our town centres, including establishing a tailored sustainability action plan.

In addition to the projects outlined, we will continue to invest in our area by building on the vibrant arts culture, leading environmental and sustainability initiatives, and supporting active and healthy lifestyles. We will assist economic development in our town centres and provide events that bring residents together to celebrate our local identity.

We will continue to advocate on your behalf for greater investment in our area, and to ensure funding for key projects, for example providing a long-term solution for aquatic facilities in Mt Albert, and an investigation into a replacement indoor multi-sport facility at Gillies Ave, Epsom. As a priority, we will continue to implement the Chamberlain Park master plan, including implementing currently funded stages of the project and advocating for funding for future stages.

Many thanks for your ongoing contribution to the work of the local board.

Peter Haynes

Chair, Albert-Eden Local Board

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's Governing Body.   

The Albert-Eden Local Board Plan 2017 is a three year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the Governing Body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

The Albert-Eden Local Board area comprises a number of inner-city suburbs, blending well-established residential areas with a diversifying population, thriving communities and vibrant town centres. With a population of just over 100,000, there are three libraries, 13 community centres and halls, and over 100 local parks. The local board area is generally bounded by the Waitematā Harbour at Pt Chevalier, along state highways 16 and 1, to the east in Greenlane and Greenwoods Corner, along Sandringham and Owairaka to the south, finishing at Waterview.

Albert-Eden boasts areas with their own unique and special identities, including culturally diverse Mt Albert, Sandringham and Balmoral, while just minutes east, historic villas line the streets of Epsom, Greenwoods Corner, Greenlane and Mt Eden. Boutique retail and cafes in Kingsland, Morningside, Eden Terrace and Eden Valley provide new retail spaces for people to enjoy. The established areas of Point Chevalier, Waterview and Owairaka are currently experiencing change because of the State Highway 16/20 connection, and multiple large-scale housing developments.

The area features iconic natural landmarks such as the three maunga (Ōwairaka/Te Ahi-kā-a-Rakataura/Mount Albert, Maungawhau/Mt Eden and Te Kōpuke/Tītīkōpuke/Mount St John), and the local board's network of high-quality parks and open spaces. Two urban streams, Te Auaunga/Oakley Creek and Waitītiko/Meola Creek, flow through the area. All these places provide opportunities for people to lead healthy, active lifestyles while providing tranquil settings within the urban environment.

The area plays a critical role in the transport network, with thousands of commuters using Dominion, Mt Eden, Great North, New North, Sandringham and Manukau roads every day to access the city.

This area has a proud history of caring for its community, its environment, cultural and historic heritage. The local board wishes to build on this legacy by continuing to deliver positive outcomes for our communities.

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Albert-Eden Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Albert-Eden Local Board Plan are:

Outcome 1: Albert-Eden has a strong sense of community

We are all proud to live in Albert-Eden and feel that we belong. Our community is connected, and everyone's involvement is welcomed. We are able to come together to support each other, and to celebrate our diversity.

Outcome 2: Our parks are enjoyed by all

Everyone can access the parks we share in Albert-Eden and use them in ways that enhance their lifestyles. As a community we feel a shared ownership of our parks, and we take care of them together.

Outcome 3: Our community spaces are well used by everyone

Our shared facilities underpin our strong community. They provide diverse and inclusive spaces that meet the changing needs of people of all ethnicities and ages. We have spaces that are inviting, flexible and well used by multiple community groups.

Outcome 4: Albert-Eden has thriving town centres and a growing local economy

Our town centres are attractive to locals and visitors alike. Our local businesses are well supported and thriving, driving a strong local economy that creates opportunities for everyone in Albert-Eden. Well-established business networks foster innovation, growth and sustainability.

Outcome 5: Travelling around Albert-Eden is safe and easy

It is simple to travel between the many places in our area that people want to visit. We have a range of options to meet the different needs of our community. We have quality public transport and our streets are safe and enjoyable to use.

Outcome 6: Our natural and cultural heritage is valued

Our community has a strong awareness of our area's heritage. We are proud of the features that give our area its unique character, and work together to protect and preserve them.

Outcome 7: We respect and protect our environment

Our community cares for our environment and develops innovative ways to look after it. Our natural landscape is healthy and well looked after.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is a priority for local boards. The council is committed to meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi / the Treaty of Waitangi and its broader statutory obligations to Māori.

To meet this commitment, the Albert-Eden Local Board Plan provides the framework for Māori transformational shift outcomes, and the local board actively gives consideration to Māori in their local projects and initiatives. Examples of this include:

• Identifying opportunities to work together to build strong relationships and share information with Māori
• Collaborating with iwi on projects such as the Albert-Eden Open Space Network Plan and the design stages of the Chamberlain Park Masterplan
• Celebrating Te Ao Māori and strengthening responsiveness to Māori – Whakatipu i te reo Māori by delivering Māori events and programmes within our libraries
• Taking opportunities to create a Māori identity in our parks and facilities through actions such as naming or renaming and sharing stories about the area's heritage through interpretative signage.

Albert-Eden Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Albert-Eden local board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area, which includes:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $10.2 million and capital investment of $4.6 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Providing funding for three broker roles to support the following local activities: arts and events, town centre activation and place-making, and enabling shared use of space within our lease buildings
• Delivering a series of events that bring the community together, including Anzac Day services, a Christmas event at Potters Park, Movies in Parks, the Albert-Eden Schools Cultural Festival, as well as partnering with community-led events to develop signature events for the area
• Supporting the Albert-Eden Youth Board to deliver youth-focused initiatives
• Funding agreements for facility operators at the Mt Albert Aquatic Centre and the Mt Albert Community and Leisure Centre to deliver programmes that meet community needs
• Making improvements to our sports parks such as upgrades at Phyllis Reserve, improved safety fencing at Nixon Park, hybrid fields at Fowlds Park, signage and seating at Melville Park and planning for re-development of the bowling green at Nicholson Park.
• Completing the upgrades to local parks including Potters Park, Coyle Park and Rocket Park.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Albert-Eden Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Albert-Eden has a strong sense of community
• Outcome 2: Our parks are enjoyed by all
• Outcome 3: Our community spaces are well-used by everyone
• Outcome 4: Albert-Eden has thriving town centres and a growing local economy.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives. 

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $791,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Town centre planning and implementation of the first stage of upgrade work for Sandringham and Greenwoods Corner
• Albert-Eden Business Awards, to showcase and celebrate the outstanding contributions our local businesses make to grow our local economy
• Promoting sustainable practices in businesses in our town centres, including establishing a tailored sustainability action plan
• Investigating the feasibility of establishing a local business network in Epsom so that local businesses can work together as part of a connected and collaborative business community
• Heritage projects, including improvements to identified heritage rock walls.

The local planning and development activity, including the key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Albert-Eden Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Albert-Eden has a strong sense of community
• Outcome 4: Albert-Eden has thriving town centres and a growing local economy
• Outcome 6: Our natural and cultural heritage is valued.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $158,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Supporting restoration, management and enhancement of Te Auaunga/Oakley Creek and Waitītiko/Meola Creek
• Supporting residents to live more sustainably through reducing energy demand and carbon emissions, while also helping to create strong, resilient neighbourhoods through sustainability initiatives such as eco-neighbourhoods
• Establishing a hub with community partners for a repair centre for second-hand bikes
• Working with other local boards to complete the development of a Central Community Recycling Centre at a Great North Road site
• Working with other local boards to create a plan to restore freshwater in Waitītiko/Meola Creek, Waiateao/Motions Creek and the Three Kings to Western Springs aquifer.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Albert-Eden Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Albert-Eden has a strong sense of community
• Outcome 7: We respect and protect our environment.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership of the preparation of Local Board Plans, support in developing Local Board Agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $1.1 million.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset-based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the governing body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 4.6M

By category

• Renewals: 2.6M
• Improvements: 916.9K
• Growth: 1.2M

Key projects

• Parks - Asset renewals: 1.5M
• Phyllis Reserve Sportsfield Development: 1.1M
• Parks and Sport Recreation - Sport development: 730.0K
• Local Board discretionary capex: 642.5K
• Renewal of Village Centres: 432.3K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 10.3M
• Local Planning: 790.8K
• Local Environment Services: 158.2K
• Local Governance: 1.1M

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in this 10-year Budget, but recognise the value it will add to the local community.

Key advocacy areas for this local board include:

Appendix B: How to contact your Local Board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community.

The board can be contacted at the address below:

135 Dominion Road
Mt Eden
Auckland 1024

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Local board meetings, agendas and minutes are available on the Auckland Council website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.2 Devonport-Takapuna Local Board

Message from the Chair

It is my pleasure to present the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board's 2018/2019 Local Board Agreement, which covers the first year of our recently adopted local board plan.

In developing this agreement, we carefully considered all submissions from the 10-year Budget 2018-2028, alongside the priorities and key initiatives highlighted in our local board plan.

You have given us the mandate to undertake our proposed local projects, such as developing a skate park in Sunnynook, partnering with Age Concern to understand the needs of elderly / older people, and continuing to support our local businesses.

Your feedback has also helped inform our proposed projects by:

• Giving a clear preference for a potential dog park at Barry's Point Reserve
• Supporting our strategic priority to provide new and upgraded cycling and walking route that is a safe and accessible alternative to using Lake Road
• Stating that our pest-free strategy needs to focus on eliminating and eradicating rats first.

In addition to the projects outlined above, we will continue to invest in our area by renewing existing assets, leading environmental and sustainability initiatives, supporting active and healthy lifestyles, and providing events that bring residents together and which celebrate our local identity.

We will also oversee the completion of key projects, such as the lease for the Takapuna Beach Holiday Park.

We will continue to advocate on your behalf for greater investment in our area, and to ensure funding for key projects, for example upgrading the Bayswater Ferry Terminal.  We will also advocate for projects that bring transformational change to our area, such as the Lake Road upgrade, to be prioritised by the Governing Body and Auckland Transport.

Many thanks for your ongoing contribution to the work of the local board.

George Wood

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Chair

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Plan 2017 is a three year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the governing body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board area comprises a number of coastal suburbs and blends well-established residential areas with a diversifying population, engaged communities, vibrant town centres and beautiful parks and beaches. The local board area is bounded by the magnificent Hauraki Gulf to the east and the Waitematā Harbour to the south. The western boundary is set by State Highway 1, while Sunset and East Coast Bays Road forms the northern boundary.

Devonport-Takapuna is an area of villages and town centres, each with their own unique and special identity. The area includes culturally diverse suburbs such as Sunnynook, Forrest Hill and Crown Hill. Five minutes south is Milford, which has seen new boutique retail and hospitality places emerge in the area for people to enjoy.

Devonport is a tourist hotspot, with its historic villas lining the streets, and naval history, while Belmont and Hauraki are flourishing areas with thriving, active communities. Takapuna town centre is an iconic seaside suburb and has been earmarked for transformational change through upgraded streetscapes and plaza space. The town centre is already seeing new and exciting laneways and shared spaces being developed, which are attracting a variety of new businesses.

Our area is characterised by iconic natural landmarks such as the two maunga (Takarunga-Mt Victoria and Maungauika-North Head), the volcanic crater of Lake Pupuke, stunning beaches and coastlines and a network of quality parks and open spaces. These provide opportunities for people to lead healthy, active lifestyles and provide tranquil settings within the urban environment.

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Plan are:

Outcome 1: Quality parks, beaches and open spaces that everyone can enjoy

We believe our parks and beaches are the best in Auckland and are integral in what makes our area special and unique. We will work to take care of our natural landscapes, maintain our sports fields, and ensure there is enough open space as our population grows and intensifies

Outcome 2: A place of natural beauty and rich culture

Maintaining our areas of natural, cultural and built heritage is vital. We will continue to support the North-West Wildlink to create more healthy habitats for wildlife, work alongside Tūpuna Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau Authority to preserve the two important maunga, and protect and retain the unique character of our built heritage areas.

Outcome 3: Efficient public transport and roads that keep people moving

As our area grows, it is critical we provide a range of transport choices that are safe, accessible and on-time. We will also continue to champion your transport priorities, including upgrades to our ferry terminals, improvements to Lake Road, and extending walking and cycling infrastructure.

Outcome 4: Our communities are empowered, engaged and inclusive

We believe the best outcomes for our people are those identified and delivered by the community. We will continue to provide a range of projects, programmes and events that reflect our communities.

Outcome 5: Our area has a thriving local economy and vibrant, unique town centres

We are committed to supporting the commercial viability and prosperity of our town centres and helping local businesses to be sustainable and successful.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is a priority for local boards. The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board acknowledges the importance of the Auckland Council's commitment to meeting its statutory obligations and responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi to mana whenua iwi and hapū groups and to Māori of the local board area. The board will work to achieve these obligations by way of engaging in partnership with Māori and other entities such as the Tūpuna Maunga on local projects, and work collaboratively on areas of mutual interest and benefit. 

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Devonport-Takapuna local board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a Council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area, which includes:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $9.1 million and capital investment of $6.1 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Commence planning for a skate park in the Sunnynook area
• Determine the appropriate location for a dog park and a BMX pump track in the local board area
• Partner with Age Concern to understand the needs of elderly / older people in the local board area;
• Work with the Tūpuna Maunga Authority and local community groups to install a pou on Takarunga - Mount Victoria.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Quality parks, beaches and open spaces that everyone can enjoy
• Outcome 4: Our communities are empowered, engaged and inclusive.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives. 

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $1.2 million and capital investment of $5.6 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Continue the development of the Sunnynook Centre Plan
• Commence planning for heritage trails, which will celebrate the local and cultural history of the area
• Support local businesses who will be impacted by the Hurstmere Road streetscape and stormwater upgrade.

The local planning and development activity, including the key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 2: A place of natural beauty and rich culture
• Outcome 5: Our area has a thriving local economy and vibrant, unique town centres.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $55,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Continue to fund and support the North-West Wildlink programme
• Provide coordination and fund pest-free initiatives throughout the local board area.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Quality parks, beaches and open spaces that everyone can enjoy
• Outcome 2: A place of natural beauty and rich culture

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership of the preparation of Local Board Plans, support in developing Local Board Agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $871,000.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset-based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the governing body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 6.1M
• Local Planning: 5.6M

By category

• Renewals: 3.3M
• Improvements: 6.6M
• Growth: 1.9M

Key projects

• Takapuna Centre-Hurstmere Road Revitalisation: 5.6M
• Parks - Asset renewals: 2.7M
• Parks - Coastal asset renewals: 1.3M
• Sport development: 1.0M
• Local Board discretionary capex: 694.0K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 9.1M
• Local Planning: 1.1M
• Local Environment Services: 55.0K
• Local Governance: 871.2K

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in this 10-year Budget, but recognise the value it will add to the local community.

Key advocacy areas for this local board include:

Appendix B: How to contact your Local Board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community.

The board can be contacted at the address below:

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board office

Level 3, Takapuna Service Centre

1 The Strand

Takapuna 0622

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Local board meetings, agendas and minutes are available on the Auckland Council website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.3 Franklin Local Board

Message from the Chair

I am pleased to present the Franklin Local Board Agreement for 2018/2019, which captures how we will deliver on the Franklin Local Board Plan 2017-2020 and comes after feedback from our communities through the recent "Have Your Say" consultation.

Franklin communities are clear that transport is the priority issue. The Franklin Local Board will continue to seek improved transport choices, fit for purpose roads, and transport projects that will cater for the Franklin of the future.

We will continue to support the generation of local prosperity, supporting projects like the Hunua Trail, which will generate tourism activity. We will facilitate opportunities for our young job-seekers and support our business communities to respond to new growth possibilities.

We will enhance, protect and maintain our environment by leveraging local benefit from new water quality and pest management targeted rate initiatives and the waste management and minimisation plan, and we will support Kauri dieback prevention in the Hunua Ranges. We will support new waste minimisation facilities and programmes addressing illegal dumping and littering.

We will invest in community-led projects that create better connection to and through our environment, such as the Waiuku, Pohutukawa Coast and Pukekohe trails, and in outdoor spaces and community facilities that cater for growth, like the Karaka Sports Park.

We look forward to continuing our work with our communities and local businesses.

Angela Fulljames

Chair of Franklin Local Board

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Franklin Local Board Plan 2017 is a three year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the governing body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

The Franklin area is predominantly rural and has three main towns – Pukekohe, Waiuku and Beachlands. There are a number of inland and coastal settlements, such as Āwhitu, Clarks Beach, Karaka, Kingseat, Bombay, Ardmore, Clevedon and Kawakawa Bay. The area encompasses inlets and foreshores of the Manukau Harbour in the west and stretches across to the Hauraki Gulf in the east.

Franklin has a wealth of history. Early Europeans settled in Maraetai and Ōrere Point, Māori used the Drury hills as a viewpoint during the New Zealand Wars.  The Kentish Hotel in Waiuku lays claim to be the oldest continuously licensed pub in New Zealand.

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Franklin Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Franklin Local Board Plan are:

Outcome 1: A well-cared for natural environment

Enhance, protect and maintain our diverse natural environment and make sure it's able to be enjoyed.

Outcome 2: A thriving local economy

Franklin has a strong economy and attracts people to live, work locally and visit its attractions.

Outcome 3: An improved transport system

Continue to work towards better public transport and safer roads in Franklin.

Outcome 4: Growth is dealt with effectively

Make full use of existing outdoor space and community facilities before developing new.

Outcome 5: Communities feel ownership and connection to their area

Support community participation in helping to shape people's quality of life, creativity, health and wellbeing.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is a priority for local boards. The council is committed to meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi / the Treaty of Waitangi and its broader statutory obligations to Māori.

The Franklin Local Board Plan 2017-2020 sets the framework for engaging rangatira ki te rangatira, or chief to chief, to share information and work together. We plan to continue to have conversations with mana whenua to explore ways to work together and improve communication. Our local board plan objectives support kaitiakitanga, the guardianship of our environment and special places.

We will work with mana whenua and mataawaka to create a local responsiveness action plan to include key aspirations and priorities for Māori, opportunities to work together, a plan for building strong relationships, sharing information with Māori and identifying barriers to Māori youth participation in community advocacy and leadership.

Franklin Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Franklin local board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a Council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area, which includes:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $8.8 million and capital investment of $6.1 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Consult on the Pukekohe Trails Plan and develop the trails network in growth areas
• Deliver the first stages of the Waiuku and Pohutukawa Coast Trails
• Deliver the Jack Lachlan Drive Reserve playground
• Continuation of the community arts programme
• Continue to support youth development initiatives.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Franklin Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: A well cared-for natural environment
• Outcome 2: A thriving local economy
• Outcome 4: Growth is dealt with effectively
• Outcome 5: Communities feel ownership and connection to their area.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $635,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Develop the Hunua Trail as a tourism opportunity
• Support local groups to develop tourism initiatives
• Support small business associations to grow their membership
• Support youth employment initiatives
• Scope a Waiuku Area Plan for delivery in 2019/2020.

The local planning and development activity, including the key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Franklin Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 2: A thriving local economy
• Outcome 4: Growth is dealt with effectively.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $142,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Wairoa River Action Plan co-ordination
• Support community delivered waterway restoration projects
• Support the management of shell banks around Awhitu and on the Pohutukawa coast
• Support litter and illegal dumping campaigns.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Franklin Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: A well cared-for natural environment
• Outcome 5: Communities feel ownership and connection to their area.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership of the preparation of Local Board Plans, support in developing Local Board Agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $1.0 million.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the governing body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 6.1M

By category

• Renewals: 3.9M
• Improvements: 1.3M
• Growth: 874.8K

Key projects

• Parks - Asset renewals: 2.5M
• Local Board discretionary capex: 1.7M
• Parks - Coastal asset renewals: 1.5M
• Parks - Playscape development: 200.0K
• Karaka Sports Park (OLI): 100.0K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 8.9M
• Local Planning: 635.0K
• Local Environment Services: 142.0K
• Local Governance: 1.0M

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in this 10-year Budget but recognise the value it will add to the local community.

Key advocacy areas for this local board include:

Appendix B: How to contact your Local Board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community.

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Local board meetings, agendas and minutes are available on the Auckland Council website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.4 Great Barrier Local Board

Message from the Chair

I'm pleased to say the Aotea Great Barrier Local Board Plan became operational in October 2017. The plan has four outcome areas and outlines a range of initiatives.

For this financial year we will focus on continuing to support the Life-long Learning Strategy, governance for our Dark Sky Sanctuary, and cemetery investigations for the north and centre of the island. We will also begin new projects, such as a community spaces and reserves activation plan, a paper road linkages investigation, a terrestrial and marine research facility feasibility study, and an area plan for the island, which will assist in the future Hauraki Gulf Island District Plan transition into the Unitary Plan.

A hot topic for the community last year was Pest Free Aotea, with a coalition of groups submitting an expression of interest application to Predator Free 2050 Limited. The application was not successful but it has promoted community conversation around the concept of a pest free and poison free Aotea. We hope these community discussions continue and in the environmental arena will be continuing to support the Ecology Vision, biosecurity initiatives and water quality monitoring.

There were a number of regional plans, including the 10-year Budget, out for consultation at the beginning of the year. We have advocated on the Island's behalf for an exemption to the Regional Fuel Tax, for strategic planning around climate change mitigation, and for the establishment of a permanent Recovery Resource Centre by 2020.

We are looking forward to the alternative energy upgrade of our Claris council buildings, with electric vehicle infrastructure, as we continue our advocacy to become a community which embraces, showcases, celebrates and lives off the grid.

Izzy Fordham

Chair, Great Barrier Local Board

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Aotea Great Barrier Local Board Plan 2017 is a three-year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the governing body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

Aotea / Great Barrier is a remote island community of fewer than 1,000 people, half an hour's plane ride and four to five hours by ferry from Auckland. More than 60 per cent of the island is under Department of Conservation management, with most of that being part of the newly-created Aotea Conservation Park.

The island has no reticulated power, water or sewage systems, and residents rely on diesel generators and solar and wind systems for power. With no secondary schools, families must make a choice between sending their teenagers to boarding school or leaving the island.

Most of the island's community facilities are run by local groups with funding support from Auckland Council via the local board.

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Aotea Great Barrier Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations of the local board. The outcomes in the Aotea Great Barrier Local Board Plan are:

Outcome: Our people thrive and life is good

This is how we see our future.

Our community groups are strong and independent. Our health services are locally-led and meet our unique needs. Our elderly can stay here comfortably and our youth can return after finishing their education. All our people live well and thrive. Our natural and cultural heritage is restored and protected. Our community groups achieve their aspirations and our public open spaces are beautiful, functional and designed by locals. There are cemeteries in the north, centre and south of the island. Our children get a good education and there are learning opportunities for all ages.

Outcome: Our environment is protected and enhanced

This is how we see our future.

We lead the way in the Auckland region as a place where the environment is at its best. Pests are so few (or even better, eradicated) that our native wildlife and forests flourish. We remain off the grid with an increasing percentage of our energy coming from affordable, renewable and secure sources. Our island is a showcase of the very best in environmental practice with reduced reliance on fossil fuel. We dump only what cannot be reused, recycled or composted, and lead the region on the path to zero waste and low carbon. Our water and food supply is safe and secure. Our coastal waters are full of life and our streams run clean and free.

Outcome: Our infrastructure is future-proofed

This is how we see our future.

Our roads are safe, usable all year round and well maintained. Walkers, cyclists, drivers and truckers share our roads with ease and enjoy breath-taking views along the way. All our villages have a park and community building that we love and look after, connected by walkways and cycle trails. We have minimal signage and it fits with our environment. Our locals and visitors can get from place to place by some form of public transport. We have waterways that are fish friendly. Our wharves and airfields meet the needs of locals, visitors and businesses. We have modern efficient communications but our ridgelines are not dotted with cell phone towers. Our houses are warm, sustainable and affordable.

Outcome: Our economy is sustainable and prosperous

This is how we see our future.

We have more people, more jobs and more opportunities. Our businesses can make a buck and new ones spring up to meet demand. Our employees earn a living wage. We have thriving social enterprises and can buy locally produced meat and locally caught fish on-island. We encourage locals and visitors to buy locally both for sustainability and to support local producers. Our people are supported to upskill, our businesses can find the skills they need, and jobs stay on island. We are great hosts to visitors and their experience makes them want to come back with their friends. We engage our many part-time residents to help make the island a great place to live and visit. Our environment and night sky are internationally acclaimed and protected.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is a priority for local boards. The council is committed to meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi / the Treaty of Waitangi and its broader statutory obligations to Māori.

The Great Barrier Local Board and mana whenua Ngāti Rehua - Ngātiwai ki Aotea have common aspirations in a wide range of areas and wish to work together to advance a number of initiatives as signalled in the local board plan.

We are committed to building a strong relationship with Ngāti Rehua - Ngātiwai ki Aotea and have allocated funding to support resourcing to engage in mutual issues such as waste recovery, cemeteries, the Dark Sky Sanctuary and marine protection.  

Great Barrier Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities that contribute to key community outcomes in the Great Barrier local board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a Council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area including:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $1.2 million and capital investment of $954,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Continuing grants funding for community groups
• Continuing to support the Life-long Learning Strategy
• Continuing to support iwi responsiveness
• Consultation for the paper road network and community and reserves activation
• Continuing to investigate cemeteries in centre and north of the island.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Aotea Great Barrier Local Board Plan:

• Our people thrive and life is good
• Our economy is sustainable and prosperous
• Our infrastructure is future-proofed.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives. 

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $45,000

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Implementation of the Visitor Strategy
• Supporting governance for the Dark Sky Sanctuary
• Consultation on the draft Aotea Great Barrier Island Area Plan.

The local planning and development activity, including the key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Aotea Great Barrier Local Board Plan:

• Our economy is sustainable and prosperous
• Our infrastructure is future-proofed.

Levels of Service

There are no performance measures for this activity.

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $216,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Continuing to fund the biodiversity/biosecurity officer
• Continuing to implement the water quality monitoring programme
• Implementation of the Ecology Vision project stage 3
• Continuing to support biosecurity programmes including Pest Pathways, rabbit control and Okiwi pest coordinator.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Aotea Great Barrier Local Board Plan:

• Our environment is protected and enhanced.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership of the preparation of Local Board Plans, support in developing Local Board Agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $1.1 million.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset-based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the governing body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.  

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 953.9K

By category

• Renewals: 134.4K
• Improvements: 665.7K
• Growth: 153.9K

Key projects

• Sustainability Initiatives (OLI): 300.0K
• Local Board discretionary capex: 218.3K
• Local SLIPs capex: 201.2K
• Parks - Asset renewals: 134.4K
• Parks - Coastal asset renewals: 100.0K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 1.2M
• Local Planning: 45.0K
• Local Environment Services: 215.9K
• Local Governance: 1.1M

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in this 10-year Budget, but recognise the value it will add to the local community.

Key advocacy areas for this local board include:

Appendix B: How to contact your Local Board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community.

The board can be contacted at the address below:

81 Hector Sanderson Road

Claris

Great Barrier Island

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Local board meetings, agendas and minutes are available on the Auckland Council website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.5 Henderson-Massey Local Board

Message from the Chair

Thank you for taking the time to submit on this local board agreement for the first financial year of the Henderson-Massey Local Board Plan 2017, and the council's 10-year Budget 2018-2028.

We received 891 submissions on our 2018/2019 priorities. It was great to get positive feedback confirming we are heading in the right direction, and useful to understand your concerns and what we need to improve on.

We're proud to represent such an informed and engaged community, and it's especially pleasing to receive solid support for our key priorities.

We will now take the first steps to engage with the community on an urban design plan for Te Atatu South, in collaboration with the 'Heart of Te Atatu South' community group.

We are fortunate that Auckland Transport is already consulting with people in Henderson about what would make it easier to walk and cycle in the area. That work will form part of a 'connections' plan to improve opportunities for getting around the whole of the Henderson-Massey area without a car.

We will get started on preparing a heritage plan that will identify practical ways to showcase Henderson's rich history, including refreshing the heritage trail.

We hear and share your concerns about transport in a growing city and your enthusiasm for protecting the natural environment in a largely urban area – we are confident we can make a difference locally through our work programme.

We know you support building a pool in the northwest, and we will continue to advocate to make that happen.

Auckland Council funding only goes so far, so we would like to acknowledge the contribution our volunteers and community groups make. We look forward to continuing working with you.

Shane Henderson

Henderson-Massey Local Board Chair

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Henderson-Massey Local Board Plan 2017 is a three year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the governing body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

Henderson-Massey could not be better located, sitting between the foothills of the Waitākere Ranges in the west and the Waitematā Harbour in the east.

The Oratia and Opanuku streams and their tributaries wind their way from the ranges to the sea through our area, offering opportunities for water activities and beautiful parks.

The area includes the Henderson and Westgate metropolitan centres and the suburbs of Te Atatu Peninsula, Te Atatu South, Glendene, Sunnyvale, Massey, Ranui and West Harbour, and part of Kelston.

Henderson-Massey is ethnically diverse and a key feature of our area is the 16 per cent of people who identify as Māori (compared with 10 per cent for the whole of Auckland).

Our area has an unusual age pyramid that looks like an hourglass, with a high percentage of people at both its young base and old peak. Residents have a lower median income than average for the Auckland region, so community issues are important. However, the west is known for its community cohesiveness, an important asset for the area.

More recently the population has continued to grow at a faster rate than the rest of Auckland. That growth looks set to continue, with the development of Westgate as a new metropolitan centre, and the redevelopment of Henderson to take advantage of its proximity to public transport.

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Henderson-Massey Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Henderson-Massey Local Board Plan are:

Outcome 1: A network of vibrant and loved urban neighbourhoods

Our town and neighbourhood centres are the thriving hearts of our community.

Outcome 2: A thriving local economy that supports quality of life

We want to bring vitality and economic opportunity back to our town centres.

Outcome 3: Communities know each other and work together on common interests

We have thriving communities that are connected, healthy, resilient and inclusive.

Outcome 4: Community facilities are vibrant and welcoming places at the heart of our communities

These facilities provide spaces where people can connect, socialise, learn and participate in social, cultural, art and recreational activities.

Outcome 5: It is easy to get around without a car

People have smart, active public transport options across west Auckland and beyond.

Outcome 6: Natural spaces are valued and restored

Our waterways, biodiversity and indigenous flora and fauna are protected, and we work to reduce waste.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is a priority for local boards.

As an integral part of meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the council is committed to enabling and supporting mana whenua and mataawaka aspirations and providing opportunities for Māori to contribute to the future well-being of Auckland. To formalise this commitment, the council has affirmed the Māori Responsiveness Framework to help the Auckland Council family implement its responsibilities.

The Māori Responsiveness Framework sets out two key areas - understanding the rights and interests of Māori and acting on the needs and aspirations of Māori.

The Henderson-Massey Local Board has four initiatives specifically focused on partnering with Māori:

1.     Working with mana whenua as kaitiaki on a Pā Harakeke environmental project. Various sites in the Henderson-Massey area have been selected in collaboration with mana whenua.

2.     Partnering with Te Whanau o Waipareira on a rangatahi empowerment programme "Nga Kawa o Tangaroa Tikanga" that uses developing water skills, including kaimoana  gathering, as a way to reconnect rangatahi to their culture and families.

3.     Supporting Te Whanau o Waipareira with Waitangi Day celebrations at Hoani Waititi Marae.

4.     Supporting 'Māori Enterprise', a programme designed in partnership with Māori, identifying opportunities for young Māori in the existing economy. The programme will be designed in partnership with Māori and will focus on developing confidence, creativity and entrepreneurial thinking.

Among initiatives that are not directly focused on Māori outcomes but help address issues specific to Māori, the Youth Connections youth employment programme will contribute to raising Māori youth employment figures.

In June 2017 the local board commissioned a piece of research to assist in understanding views of West Auckland Māori and how the relationship between local boards and Māori could be improved. Henderson-Massey Local Board will now work on putting the findings of the 'Toitū Waitākere' report into action.

Henderson-Massey Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Henderson-Massey local board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a Council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area, which includes:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $21.8 million and capital investment of $20.4 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Developing a Henderson-Massey wide 'connections' plan to identify alternative street routes, park paths and trails, and prioritise investment areas for improving opportunities to get around without a car
• Increase capacity for youth to participate and influence community outcomes by developing a rangatahi leadership programme
• Support community-led place-making in Pomaria/Lincoln North and Massey, and activate places and connections for older people across Henderson-Massey
• Review the operational model for Kelston Community Centre to identify the opportunities presented by the renewal of this facility.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Henderson-Massey Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: A network of vibrant and loved urban neighbourhoods
• Outcome 3: Communities know each other and work together on common interests
• Outcome 4: Community facilities are vibrant and welcoming places at the heart of our communities.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives. 

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $758,000 and capital investment of $1.8 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Developing a heritage plan and refreshing the Henderson heritage trail to express local Māori history
• Preparing an urban design plan for Te Atatu South in collaboration with the 'Heart of Te Atatu South' community group, particularly to enhance the area around the community centre and local parks.

The local planning and development activity, including the key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Henderson-Massey Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: A network of vibrant and loved urban neighbourhoods
• Outcome 4: Community facilities are vibrant and welcoming places at the heart of our communities.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $241,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Fund a co-ordinator as part of the North-West Wildlink Assistance Programme to increase capacity and interest within the community to achieve Pest Free Te Atatū
• In collaboration with Panuku Development Auckland "Unlock Henderson", operate a temporary bike hub at Auckland Council's Henderson site, and identify a location and community partners for a future permanent repair centre for second-hand bikes in the Board area.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Henderson-Massey Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: A network of vibrant and loved urban neighbourhoods
• Outcome 6: Natural spaces are valued and restored.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership of the preparation of Local Board Plans, support in developing Local Board Agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $983,000.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the governing body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 20.4M
• Local Planning: 1.8M

By category

• Renewals: 2.5M
• Improvements: 2.6M
• Growth: 17.2M

Key projects

• Community centre (Massey North): 15.9M
• Parks - Asset renewals: 2.4M
• Local Board discretionary capex: 1.2M
• Massey North Open Spaces: 1.1M
• Waiarohia ponds 3 & 4: 700.0K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 21.8M
• Local Planning: 757.6K
• Local Environment Services: 241.0K
• Local Governance: 983.3KM

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in this 10-year Budget, but recognise the value it will add to the local community.

Key advocacy areas for this local board include:

Appendix B: How to contact your Local Board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community.

The board can be contacted at the address below:

6 Henderson Valley Road,

Henderson

Auckland 0612

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Local board meetings, agendas and minutes are available on the Auckland Council website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.6 Hibiscus and Bays Local Board

Message from the Chairperson

Thank you for taking the time and effort recently to give your feedback on the 10-year Budget 2018-2028 consultation. Hearing from you is important because it helps the local board understand the community's views to inform our decision-making.

The local board consulted on five key priorities for the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Agreement for 2018/2019 and received 1267 written submissions, showing that the majority of people supported these local board priorities.

Our community again expressed the importance of protecting and enhancing our environment and requested the local board to continue to support our volunteers and local environmental projects.

The local board has confirmed its key advocacy project for the phased implementation of the Orewa Beach Esplanade Enhancement Project and will continue to advocate to council's Governing Body for significant investment to protect coastal reserves from storm damage, to help preserve this iconic beach and adjacent areas.

We will continue to scope and implement projects as identified within the approved Silverdale, Orewa, Browns Bay and Whangaparāoa centre plans and develop and promote an eco-tourism study for the local board area.

Thank you for your continued support, we look forward to working with you throughout the year on our key priorities.

Julia Parfitt

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Chair

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Plan 2017 is a three year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the governing body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area extends from Waiwera in the north to Campbells Bay in the south. There are established townships, suburbs and neighbourhoods many with their own character and feel.  Growth continues in the Silverdale, Orewa and Long Bay areas which provides new opportunities as well as challenges.

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Plan are:

Outcome: A strong local economy

Thriving town centres attract people and business investment and provide opportunities for local people to work closer to where they live.

Outcome: Our communities have excellent transport choices

Being well-connected with efficient public transport, roadways, cycleways and walkways is essential for our communities and their quality of life.

Outcome: Our community enjoys access to quality parks, reserves and facilities for leisure, sport and recreation

Open spaces and quality recreation help support healthy lifestyles and keep us active.

Outcome: Our people are involved and have a strong sense of pride in the look and feel of their local areas

Providing opportunities to support community participation is important to help shape people's quality of life, creativity, health and wellbeing.

Outcome: A protected and enhanced environment

A flourishing and resilient natural environment contributes to our health and economy. It is important that we protect and enhance our unique history and natural heritage now as a legacy for future generations.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is a priority for local boards. The council is committed to meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi / the Treaty of Waitangi and its broader statutory obligations to Māori.

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board will continue to work with mana whenua and mataawaka on local board projects.  We are committed to strengthening our iwi relationships and working jointly on initiatives that contribute to this important partnership.

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area, which includes:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, toilets, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $14.0 million and capital investment of $10.0 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Our key advocacy project will address coastal erosion and protect Ōrewa Beach Esplanade and reserves. We will focus on key parts of the beach and reserve area and phase the work that is required
• We will continue to deliver the projects in the Mairangi Bay Reserves Development Plan including closing the beachfront section of Montrose Terrace and providing a connecting road with angle parking at the back of the reserve to provide more open space
• The Hibiscus and Bays Open Space Management Plan will be progressed to provide one reserve management plan for all parks and reserves within the local board area
• Ecological restoration and environmental programmes in local parks will be delivered and supported by volunteers.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Plan:

• Outcome: Our community enjoys access to quality parks, reserves and facilities for leisure, sport and recreation
• Outcome: Our people are involved and have a strong sense of pride in the look and feel of their local areas
• Outcome: A protected and enhanced environment.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives. 

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $511,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Progress scoping and implementation of projects identified in the Silverdale, Orewa, Browns Bay and Whangaparāoa town centre plans
• Continue to develop an eco-tourism strategy
• Facilitate discussions with Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) and business associations to identify the type of support required to enhance economic performance of local town centre areas.

The local planning and development activity, including the key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Plan:

• Outcome: A strong local economy.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $171,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Initiate a small building sites ambassador project to reduce the amount of sedimentation, run-off and litter produced from small building sites, from entering our waterways
• Continue to work with schools on water sensitive design projects to help educate children about the importance of water conservation and stormwater pollution in an urban setting
• Support the North-West Wildlink corridor including the protection of freshwater and terrestrial areas that have been identified as key 'Wildlink Wonders'
• Create a business waste reduction programme to help industry and business to identify and implement opportunities to reduce and divert waste.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Plan:

• Outcome: A protected and enhanced environment
• Outcome: A strong local economy
• Outcome: Our community enjoys access to quality parks, reserves and facilities for leisure, sport and recreation.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership in the preparation of local board plans, support in developing local board agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance group of activities in the 10-year Budget 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $1.0 million.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the Governing Body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 10.0M

By category

• Renewals: 6.0M
• Improvements: 1.9M
• Growth: 2.1M

Key projects

• Parks - Asset renewals: 4.1M
• General park development: 2.5M
• Sport development: 1.9M
• Parks - Coastal asset renewals: 745.0K
• Local Board discretionary capex: 640.9K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 14.0M
• Local Planning: 510.6K
• Local Environment Services: 171.0K
• Local Governance: 1.0M

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in the 10-year Budget 2018-2028, but recognise the value it will add to the local community.

Key advocacy areas for this local board include:

Appendix B: How to contact your Local Board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community.

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board operates from two offices.

Addresses:
Orewa
50 Centreway Road
Orewa

Browns Bay
2 Glen Road
Browns Bay

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Local board meetings, agendas and minutes are available on the Auckland Council website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.7 Howick Local Board

Message from the Chair

It is my pleasure to present the Howick Local Board's 2018/2019 Local Board Agreement.  This is the first year of delivery of a budget based on the 10-year Budget 2018-2028 and a platform set by our 2017-2020 local board plan.

We have sought feedback on our priorities for 2018/2019 as part of consultation on the 10-year Budget 2018-2028.  Overall there was a lot of community support for local initiatives.

Transport continues to be a key issue and we will be advocating strongly to Auckland Transport to accelerate the Auckland Manukau Eastern Transport Initiative (AMETI) project and to build on the benefits provided by the introduction of the new bus network and the new transport hub and improved ferry pier at Half Moon Bay.

While our capital programme puts more of a focus on the Flat Bush area, we continue to develop greenways, walkways and cycle paths across the local board area and look at ways to optimise the use of our existing assets.  We also want to build on our development of the Howick Village Centre Plan through an implementation plan.

We will actively advocate to the Governing Body on two primary issues. In collaboration with number of local boards across Auckland we are seeking resources to manage the erosion of Auckland's coastline and we continue advocating on bringing forward development of the multi-use community facility and library and the proposed aquatic centre at Flat Bush.

Thank you for taking the time to help us shape our priorities for 2018/2019.  We will keep you informed about what we are doing and to celebrate key milestones as they are achieved throughout the year. 

David Collings,

Chair Howick Local Board.      

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Howick Local Board Plan 2017 is a three-year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside their local board agreement.

Local boards provide input to the Governing Body on large-scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

The Howick Local Board area is the fifth largest urban area in New Zealand and includes the suburbs of Howick, Pakuranga, Botany and the developing residential area of Flat Bush . The main business centres are located along Ti Rakau Drive, Botany, East Tamaki and in the business park at Highbrook.

Our population was estimated at 142,700 in June 2015 and is predicted to increase to 176,350 by 2031 - a 30.6 per cent increase on the 2013 census.

Our population is ethnically diverse. The 2013 Census identifies European (55 per cent) and Asian (39 per cent) as the two largest groups, with Chinese the largest and Indian the second largest in the Asian sub-group.

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Howick Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Howick Local Board Plan are:

Outcome 1: Involved and connected communities

We are proud of our area and participate in our community to make Howick a great place to live, work and play.

Outcome 2: Our future growth is managed effectively

We want to ensure future growth is well planned with good quality design and transport connections that enable people to move easily around our area.

Outcome 3: Valuing our cultural diversity

We are culturally diverse and have great facilities for creative activities including music and dance, theatre and visual arts.

Outcome 4: A treasured environment

We will keep our wonderful environment and admired coastline clean and safe for all to use.

Outcome 5: Our people are active and healthy

Our extensive network of public places, and recreation and leisure facilities will be looked after so people of all ages and abilities can use them to remain healthy and active.

Outcome 6: A prosperous local economy

We will attract new businesses to support our economy and provide opportunities for training and skills development. We will also continue to attract tourism to our area.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is a priority for local boards. The council is committed to meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi / the Treaty of Waitangi and its broader statutory obligations to Māori.

The local board plan provides the framework for engaging rangatira ki te rangatira or chief to chief, to share information and work together. As part of its commitment to Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi, the Howick Local Board will continue to build a close working relationship with mana whenua with interests in the area and mataawaka.

Our local board plan describes some of the ways we will work together with iwi in our local area that will support kaitiakitanga and the guardianship of our environment and special places.

Howick Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Howick local board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a Council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area, which includes:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $21.0 million and capital investment of $11.6 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Facilities Partnership Funding
• Greenway, walkway and general park development
• Events and arts programmes, eg, Estuary Arts Awards, Movies and Music in the Park
• Community grants
• Continuation of funding for extended hours at libraries
• Youth participation and development.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Howick Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Involved and connected communities
• Outcome 2: Our future growth is managed effectively
• Outcome 3: Valuing our cultural diversity
• Outcome 5: Our people are active and healthy.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives. 

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $1.3 million and capital investment of $2.4 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Implementation of Howick Village Centre Plan
• Continuing to implement the Howick Heritage Plan
• Funding for local Business Improvement Districts (Howick Village Business Association and Greater East Tamaki Business Association)
• Howick Tourism development.

The local planning and development activity, including the key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Howick Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 2: Our future growth is managed effectively
• Outcome 4: A treasured environment
• Outcome 6: A prosperous local economy.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $181,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Pest Free Howick
• Howick Stream Improvement Programme.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Howick Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 4: A treasured environment.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership of the preparation of local board plans, support in developing local board agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance Group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $1.1 million.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the governing body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 11.6M
• Local Planning: 2.4M

By category

• Renewals: 4.0M
• Improvements: 5.7M
• Growth: 4.3M

Key projects

• Master Plan (Barry Curtis Park): 4.5M
• Local Board discretionary capex: 3.0M
• Stormwater Environmental Improvements - Flat Bush water quality ponds: 2.4M
• Parks - Asset renewals: 2.4M
• Parks - Coastal asset renewals: 890.0K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 21.0M
• Local Planning: 1.3M
• Local Environment Services: 181.0K
• Local Governance: 1.1M

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

Appendix B: How to contact your local board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community

The board can be contacted at the address below:

Shop S447

The Warehouse Plaza

Pakuranga Town Centre

1 Aylesbury Street,

Pakuranga

Auckland 2010

Phone: 09 572 0148

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Agendas and minutes for local board meetings are available on the Auckland Council website: aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.8 Kaipātiki Local Board

Message from the Chair

Thank you for your strong interest in the issues that face Aucklanders at both regional and local level. Your input has helped shape regional priorities and local projects planned for delivery in 2018/2019.

This agreement covers the first financial year after the adoption of the Kaipātiki Local Board Plan 2017 and the first of Council's new 10-year Budget 2018-2028. The Kaipātiki Local Board is committed to putting into action the key initiatives you helped prioritise in our Local Board Plan.

We look forward to commencing feasibility of the Shepherds Park to Tui Park coastal connection as part of the Kaipātiki Connections Network Plan. We anticipate seeing improvements in our environment through the likes of the Pest Free Kaipātiki group, park volunteers and other council-led environmental initiatives. We hope to see more of our communities shaping the look-and-feel of their neighbourhoods with an increased focus on placemaking.

We are advocating to the Governing Body for the investment required to redevelop Birkenhead War Memorial Park, which includes the replacement of the condemned grandstand with a multi-purpose community facility. We are also advocating for Kaipātiki to be a focused area of investment for kauri dieback prevention.

We will continue to deliver on facility and park improvements, including updated playgrounds, new shade-sails, improved signage and track upgrades.

We are committed to keeping the community informed about board and council activities. We want those who are impacted by a decision to be fully informed and for their feedback to be meaningfully considered. We will be working on local guidelines for community engagement and look forward to hearing how you would like to be consulted.

John Gillon

Chairperson, Kaipātiki Local Board

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Kaipātiki Local Board Plan 2017 is a three-year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the governing body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

Kaipātiki means 'to eat flounder', or the 'feeding ground of the flounder'.

The area's boundaries are the northern motorway to the east, the inner Waitematā Harbour to the south and west, and Glendhu and Sunset roads to the north. It includes the suburbs of Beach Haven, Birkenhead, Chatswood, Bayview, Birkdale, Northcote, Glenfield, Hillcrest, Totara Vale and Marlborough.

Kaipātiki is defined by its green and blue taonga. It has one of the largest areas of continuous urban native vegetation remaining in Auckland's ecological region, forming part of the North-West Wildlink. It has 30 per cent tree cover spread between public and private land owners. Kaipātiki boasts about 540 hectares of local reserves, including destination parks like Onepoto Domain and Chelsea Heritage Park. The sparkling waters of the Waitematā form part of the Kaipātiki rohe (area).

Kaipātiki has three main town centres – Birkenhead, Glenfield and Northcote – complemented by smaller local centres. Just over 65 per cent of Kaipātiki residents are employed. Of these, 29 per cent work within the local board boundary. Wairau Valley is a significant area of employment and industry. Other important destinations for employment are the city centre, Devonport-Takapuna and Albany.

Our closeness to the harbour bridge and the city centre makes Kaipātiki attractive to young families, professionals and students. There are higher proportions of people in the 25-44 age group and children under five than the Auckland average. Two thirds of the population are of European ethnicity, with just over a quarter of Asian ethnicity, higher proportions than the Auckland average; while the Māori and Pacific populations, at 8.5 and 5.9 per cent respectively, are smaller. 

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Kaipātiki Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Kaipātiki Local Board Plan are:

Outcome 1: Our people identify Kaipātiki as their kāinga (home)

Our people have a sense of belonging, are connected to one another and are proud to live in Kaipātiki.

Outcome 2: Our natural environment is protected for future generations to enjoy

People can get to and take pleasure in the Kaipātiki coastline, green spaces and waterways. Our community acts as kaitiaki (guardians) of the environment so that future generations can do the same.

Outcome 3: Our people are active and healthy

It's easy to make healthy lifestyle choices in Kaipātiki.

Outcome 4: Getting to and around Kaipātiki is easy

Kaipātiki has many transport options, and it's easy to move around and find your way.

Outcome 5: Our urban centres are vibrant

Our villages, town centres and business areas provide local employment and bring people together.

Outcome 6: Our community facilities and infrastructure are high quality and well managed

We feel fortunate to be home to many great community facilities, so we want to ensure they're well looked after and continue to meet community needs.

Outcome 7: Services are well managed and meet community needs

Residents are able to benefit from relevant and high-quality community services and events.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Auckland Council is committed to meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi and its boarder statutory obligations to Māori. As part of this commitment, Kaipātiki Local Board intends to work with mana whenua and iwi on a range of projects and activities, particularly in the areas of parks and town centres. The board recognises that projects in these areas impact on issues that are of importance to Māori, such as improving and maintaining the natural environment e.g. reducing plant and animal pests. 

Kaipātiki Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Kaipātiki local board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a Council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area, which includes:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $15.0 million and capital investment of $7.6 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Continuing development of the Birkenhead War Memorial Park masterplan as a locally driven initiative
• Providing funding for increased place-making initiatives over and above what had been previously allocated
• Development of an Open Space Management Plan to inform our planning for the efficient use, protection and management of our parks and open spaces
• Providing funding and staff support for our parks volunteers
• Partnering with the Kaipātiki Community Facilities Trust to deliver events and community development projects and services
• Providing funding to community groups through service agreements or through our contestable grants rounds
• Responding to the needs of our community groups, such as governance training, Māori responsiveness planning or capacity building
• Continued renewal and enhancement of our public facilities, connections and playgrounds.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Kaipātiki Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Our people identify Kaipātiki as their kāinga (home)
• Outcome 2: Our natural environment is protected for future generations to enjoy
• Outcome 3: Our people are active and healthy
• Outcome 6: Our community facilities and infrastructure are high-quality and well-managed
• Outcome 7: Services are well-managed and meet community needs.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives. 

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $535,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Continuing support for the BIDs in our local board area
• Continuing development of the Sunnynook – Tōtara Vale Centre Plan as a locally driven initiative through our local board operational budget
• Supporting our youths with entrepreneurial aspirations to develop their ideas into actual businesses

The local planning and development activity, including the key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Kaipātiki Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Our people identify Kaipātiki as their kāinga (home)
• Outcome 5: Our urban centres are vibrant.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $258,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Development of a kauri dieback plan as a locally driven initiative through our local board operational budget.
• Establish a stream monitoring programme through working with community as a locally driven initiative.
• Continued Implementation of the Pest Free Kaipātiki strategy
• Supporting the operations of the Kaipātiki Project, including delivery of environmental programmes, and volunteer support
• Delivering the industrial pollution prevention and small building site ambassador programmes.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Kaipātiki Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Our people identify Kaipātiki as their kāinga (home)
• Outcome 2: Our natural environment is protected for future generations to enjoy.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership of the preparation of Local Board Plans, support in developing Local Board Agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $955,000.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the governing body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 7.6M

By category

• Renewals: 6.6M
• Improvements: 640.2K
• Growth: 333.2K

Key projects

• Parks - Asset renewals: 6.3M
• Local Board discretionary capex: 617.9K
• Parks - Coastal asset renewals: 465.0K
• Birkenhead War Memorial Park (OLI): 200.0K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 14.9M
• Local Planning: 534.6K
• Local Environment Services: 258.4K
• Local Governance: 954.5K

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in this 10-year Budget, but recognise the value it will add to the local community.

Key advocacy areas for this local board include:

Appendix B: How to contact your Local Board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community.

The board can be contacted at the address below:

90 Bentley Avenue

Glenfield                 

Auckland 0629

Ph: (09) 4848383

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Local board meetings, agendas and minutes are available on the Auckland Council website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.9 Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board

Message from the Chair

Talofa lava and greetings

We are pleased to present our 2018/2019 Local Board Agreement. This agreement is to deliver on the first year of the three-year 2017 Local Board Plan. We have considered your feedback during the consultation on the 10-year Budget and thank you for it. We will continue to support actions in line with what you have told us.

As part of our commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible business practices, we will be monitoring our maintenance contractors, so our town centres remain clean and attractive.

Through our local grants and arts broker programme we will continue to assist community groups to run their activities and events.

We will champion community-led initiatives that result in a sense of safety and connectedness in neighbourhoods, such as working to reduce the proliferation of alcohol off-licenses.

We will continue to fund projects that support active lifestyles, along with improving our local parks and playgrounds, including the implementation of the Boggust Park concept plan.

Advocating for funding to develop Māngere East area as a vibrant community hub will be a primary focus for our board's advocacy. We will also be continuing to support free access to swimming pools for all adults, through a local targeted rate.

We will take up projects to promote local tourism and aim to promote our community's unique cultural identity and natural environment, and we remain committed to our ongoing relationships with mana whenua and will collaborate on shared interests.

Thank you for your ongoing support to achieve these results in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu.

Fa'afetai tele lava

Lemauga Lydia Sosene

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board Plan 2017 is a three year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the governing body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu area has an estimated population of 81,100 (2017) and holds distinct Māori (16 per cent) and Pasifika (60 per cent) identities that give the area a wealth of cultural vibrancy. We have the most youthful population in the city with 45 percent of the population under 24 years of age.

Our libraries, parks and sports facilities near our townships in Māngere Bridge and Māngere East, and the Māngere and Ōtāhuhu town centres, are popular community hubs where people enjoy local markets and shopping experiences.

The local board area also includes Auckland International Airport, New Zealand's largest and busiest airport, and the Ōtāhuhu heavy industrial area. These two areas are employment hubs that provide jobs for our communities as well as the wider Auckland region.  There is continued residential and business growth, a slowly growing transport infrastructure and expansion is planned in the airport area.

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board Plan are:

Outcome 1: A strong local economy

Our area attracts and supports businesses. Our community has a range of opportunities to gain skills and employment.

Outcome 2: We are the heart of Māori and Pasifika culture

We celebrate, showcase and share our many cultures, which attracts visitors to our area. Our cultural diversity and distinct Māori and Pasifika identities are reflected in, and enhance, the everyday life of our community.

Outcome 3: Protecting our natural environment and heritage

Our environment is respected. Our spectacular natural heritage sites are national treasures. They are protected and enhanced for everyone to enjoy now and in the future.

Outcome 4: A well-connected area

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu is well connected by public transport, cycleways and walkways, making it easy for everyone to get around.

Outcome 5: Facilities to meet diverse needs

Our community spaces are part of a first-class network. They are popular gathering places used for a variety of activities led by diverse local communities with many interests. They offer choices for people from different cultures and life-stages to take part in local life.

Outcome 6: A place where everyone thrives and belongs

Our communities have safe and healthy neighbourhoods. Our actions ensure positive prospects for the future of children and young people. We come together to celebrate our cultures. We are active and involved in local matters.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is a priority for local boards. The council is committed to meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi / the Treaty of Waitangi and its broader statutory obligations to Māori.

The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board wants to increase its commitment to Māori at a local level in line with Auckland Plan aspirations. The board will continue to strengthen its relationship with mana whenua by working together on projects of common interest.

An initiative called 'Māori input into local board decision-making' is underway. The aim is to build the skills of elected members in te reo Māori, tikanga Māori (protocols and customs) and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The board intends, through further engagement, to develop opportunities for mana whenua to set and agree expectations to further shape the local board decision-making governance model and achieve outcomes in our local board plan. Strengthening mana whenua in their customary kaitiaki (guardianship) role is important for the board, as is working together on shared interests, protecting and restoring sites of cultural significance. Another project being progressed with mana whenua is naming and developing signage for council-owned facilities, roads and parks to reflect local heritage and mana Māori.

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu local board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a Council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area, which includes:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $12.7 million and capital investment of $4.7 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Community Arts Broker Programme
• Signature event to showcase Māori and Pasifika art and culture
• Youth Connections
• Walter Massey Park – concept plan finalisation
• Local community events and grants
• Business improvement districts – capacity building.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 2: Heart of Māori and Pasifika culture
• Outcome 1: A strong local economy
• Outcome 5: Facilities to meet diverse needs
• Outcome 6: A place where everyone thrives and belongs.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives. 

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $1.6 million and capital investment of $7.4 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Ōtāhuhu town centre upgrade
• Young Enterprise Scheme
• Local economic development initiatives, e.g. '24 hour South' visitor promotion.

The local planning and development activity, including the key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: A strong local economy
• Outcome 3: Protecting our natural environment and heritage
• Outcome 4: A well connected area
• Outcome 6: A place where everyone thrives and belongs.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $219,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Business waste minimisation education programme
• Manukau Harbour Forum
• Wai Care Schools
• Pūkaki Crater Restoration
• Restoring Mauri of the Oruarangi Creek and Tararata Creek.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 3: Protecting our natural environment and heritage
• Outcome 5: Facilities to meet diverse needs
• Outcome 6: A place where everyone thrives and belongs.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership of the preparation of Local Board Plans, support in developing Local Board Agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $963,000.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the governing body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 4.7M
• Local Planning: 7.4M

By category

• Renewals: 10.1M
• Improvements: 1.2M
• Growth: 793.5K

Key projects

• Town Centre Revitalisation (Otahuhu): 7.4M
• Parks - Asset renewals: 2.5M
• Local Board discretionary capex: 1.3M
• Parks - Greenway & walkway development: 550.0K
• Parks - Sport development: 200.0K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 12.7M
• Local Planning: 1.6M
• Local Environment Services: 219.0K
• Local Governance: 963.0K

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in this 10-year Budget but recognise the value it will add to the local community.

Key advocacy areas for this local board include:

Appendix B: How to contact your Local Board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community.

The board can be contacted at the address below:

Shop 17, 93 Bader Drive
Māngere Town Centre

Māngere

Auckland 2022

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Local board meetings, agendas and minutes are available on the Auckland Council website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.10 Manurewa Local Board

Message from the Chair

It is my pleasure to present the Manurewa Local Board's 2018/2019 Local Board Agreement.  This document was agreed by the board after considering feedback that our communities gave us on our draft proposals.

As we move into the first year of delivery of our 2017 Local Board Plan we are looking forward to continuing our move towards supporting more community-led initiatives and building partnerships so we can achieve more together.

There is widespread community support to upgrade the fields and facilities at War Memorial Park. We presented a business case for these improvements to this historic park to the Governing Body for consideration as part of the 10-year Budget 2018-2028.

We would like to support users and volunteers in implementing the Tōtara Park masterplan over the next three years, to improve the park. We will also continue to work alongside the Manurewa Youth Council to help them realise their aspirations for creating a multi-purpose, creative youth-friendly space in the town centre.

You have told us that continued revitalisation of Manurewa town centre remains a priority for you and we agree. In addition, your feedback and support has led us to increase our focus on working alongside residents and local business owners to help build pride in our community of Clendon.

And in response to your concerns about the increased levels of illegal dumping, we will continue our advocacy to the Governing Body for an improvement to the current service delivery.

As always, we encourage you to be involved in helping us achieve Manurewa's priorities and I would like to thank you for taking the time to feedback through this 10-year Budget process.

Angela Dalton

Chair Manurewa Local Board

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Manurewa Local Board Plan 2017 is a three year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the governing body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

Manurewa is home to a diverse population of over 82,000 people, many of whom have strong loyalties to the area and have lived here a long time. Forty three percent of the population are under 25 years of age and 12 percent are aged 60 and over. Key characteristics of Manurewa include a prominent industrial area in Wiri, and leafy coastal suburbs at Wattle Downs and Weymouth. The local board area also includes the suburbs of Clendon Park, Goodwood Heights, Hill Park, Homai, Leabank, Greenmeadows, Randwick Park, Rata Vine, Wiri, The Gardens, Totara Heights and Manukau Heights. Manurewa is home to the Auckland Botanic Gardens, Vodafone Events Centre and Wero (the white-water facility), the historic Nathan Homestead, Tōtara Park, a multi-purpose sports complex at Mountfort Park and the Netball Manurewa Community Events Centre.

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Manurewa Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Manurewa Local Board Plan are:

Outcome 1: People in Manurewa are actively connecting everywhere, every day

Our communities work together to create spaces and places that meet the diverse aspirations of our community, support participation in activities, and make new connections.

Outcome 2: A prosperous local economy supporting local people

Manurewa has a thriving local economy that enables people to live, work and play close to home.

Outcome 3: Manurewa is well-connected and easy to move around

People move easily around Manurewa on linked networks of public transport, walkways, cycleways and local roads.

Outcome 4: Our environment is a source of pride and enjoyment for the community

Manurewa beats with a healthy environmental heart.

Outcome 5: We treasure our home, our community

We are proud of, and treasure, our home, our community – where we put down roots and feel we belong.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is a priority for local boards. The council is committed to meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi / the Treaty of Waitangi and its broader statutory obligations to Māori.

The Local Board Plan, and Agreement, has a direct relationship with Māori through two key areas of activity, the first being understanding and honouring obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi. The second, and closely intertwined, is acting on the needs and aspirations of Māori.

To be a successful local board a key component is engaging with and enabling communities, which means considering and understanding Māori issues and having the capability and capacity to improve process and systems to enhance involvement and outcomes.

There are a number of initiatives underway in Manurewa that are intended to strengthen relationships and participation of mana whenua, including the continuation of the Māori Input into Local Board Decision Making project, an increased focus on environmental protection and support for the Māori naming of reserves project. The local board has also committed funding to supporting projects that benefit mataawaka and align to local board priorities such as the Manurewa Marae restoration project.

This engagement with mataawaka and mana whenua is ongoing as the local board is committed to making Manurewa a great place to live, work and play for everyone. 

Manurewa Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Manurewa Local Board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area, which includes:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $11.0 million and capital investment of $5.0 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Park and play space improvements at Tōtara Park, David Nathan Park, Randwick Park and Keith Park
• Localised placemaking
• Local community events and active recreation
• Lifelong learning
• Māori responsiveness
• Ecological volunteers and environmental programme in parks
• Manurewa Youth Council and youth space.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Manurewa Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: People in Manurewa are actively connecting everywhere, every day
• Outcome 5: We treasure our home, our community.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives. 

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $1.0 million.  

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Town centres revitalisation implementation
• Support for youth empowerment
• Co-ordination of the integrated area plan for Manurewa-Takanini-Papakura.

The local planning and development activity, including the key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Manurewa Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 2: A prosperous local economy supporting local people
• Outcome 3: Manurewa is well-connected and easy to move around.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $161,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Community waste minimisation projects
• Puhinui and Papakura Stream restoration
• Weymouth Beach (Roys Road) water quality testing
• Manukau Harbour Forum.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Manurewa Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 4: Our environment is a source of pride and enjoyment for the community.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership of the preparation of Local Board Plans, support in developing Local Board Agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $979,000 million.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the governing body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 4.9M

By category

• Renewals: 3.2M
• Improvements: 997.7K
• Growth: 711.3K

Key projects

• Parks - Asset renewals: 3.1M
• Local Board discretionary capex: 1.3M
• Parks - Coastal asset renewals: 190.0K
• Manurewa War Memorial Park (OLI): 100.0K
• Parks - Playscape development: 88.0K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 11.1M
• Local Planning: 978.5K
• Local Environment Services: 161.0K
• Local Governance: 1.0M

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in this 10-year Budget, but recognise the value it will add to the local community.

Key advocacy areas for this local board include:

Appendix B: How to contact your Local Board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community.

The board can be contacted at the address below:

Shop 3-5, 7 Hill Road

Manurewa 2101

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Local board meetings, agendas and minutes are available on the Auckland Council website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.11 Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board

Message from the Chair

This agreement is guided by what our communities have told us in 2017 during the development of our local board plan and in consultations in 2018. We are grateful to those members of our communities who take the time to give us feedback to help guide the decisions we make for the local board area.

Our focus for the 2018/2019 financial year is to get some runs on the board with regard to some of our flagship projects and programmes. We are keen on the development of a strategic partnerships programme that will see us using our discretionary budgets to leverage large investment that will deliver projects and programmes that our community wants. We are keen to undertake meaningful engagement with our community so that we are keeping their concerns and aspirations at the forefront of our decision-making.

Our local board area is set to undergo significant growth. We will remain fearless advocates for good urban design outcomes and development that does not compromise our natural environment.

We thank our communities for their continuous support.

Chris Makoare

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Chair

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Plan 2017 is a three year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the governing body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki covers the south-eastern part of the isthmus, including the suburbs of One Tree Hill, Royal Oak, Onehunga, Penrose, Mt Wellington and Glen Innes. Bordered by two bodies of water, the Manukau Harbour to the South and the Tāmaki Estuary to the east, it is home to more than 70,000 people and is a culturally rich and diverse community. It is an economic hub, with more than 80,000 people working daily in the area. Maungakiekie-Tāmaki is home to many outstanding natural features including Kaiahiku (Panmure Basin) and Waipuna (Van Dammes Lagoon) and has five significant maunga (volcanic cones) including Maungakiekie (One Tree Hill) and Maungarei (Mt Wellington). It also has the large retail areas of Sylvia Park, Onehunga, Royal Oak and Panmure town centres.

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Plan are:

Outcome 1: Maungakiekie-Tāmaki is an active and engaged community  

We believe that a community is made stronger and a better place for all its members when we have a shared sense of identity and values, and can find unity in our diversity.

Outcome 2: Maungakiekie-Tāmaki is a community that cares about its environment

We encourage our community to be kaitiaki (guardians) of our natural environment. They have told us that a cleaner environment is essential to their quality of life. It is important that we protect our environment from further degradation and ensure we mitigate any adverse effect from current and future developments taking place in our area. We will work with mana whenua and mataawaka, our community and industry to achieve these environmental outcomes.

Outcome 3: Maungakiekie-Tāmaki is the place to be

Our area has a distinct identity that attracts people from all over Auckland and beyond to live, do business and play.

Outcome 4: Maungakiekie-Tāmaki has quality infrastructure to match growth

Our current infrastructure is barely coping as it is. It is crucial that we receive appropriate investment to put in place infrastructure that keeps pace with the massive amount of development in our area. We will work with key partners to ensure development plans consider the impact on our area, ensure our needs can be met and any adverse effects are mitigated.

The local board agreement outlined in this document reflects how we plan to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, each local board carries out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the local board plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is a priority for local boards. The council is committed to meeting its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi / the Treaty of Waitangi and its broader statutory obligations to Māori.

We are committed to formalising our partnership with Ngāti Paoa this year. We will continue to support Ruapotaka Marae to plan for the much-needed upgrade to the marae.

There is a standing invitation to mana whenua groups and iwi with interests in our local board area to partner with us in the delivery of programmes and activities that will improve our communities and natural environment.

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki local board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans. Our actual levels of service (the activities that we as a Council perform in each local board area) have not changed.

Local Community Services

Local community services is a broad activity area, which includes:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events and sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $10.4 million and capital investment of $5.6 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• continued maintenance and upkeep of our local parks and facilities
• fund programmes and services provided through our community centres and libraries
• support community-led initiatives through our local grants programme and strategic partnerships, e.g. partnerships that progress outcomes for young people
• support a community-led programme of free, local, community events and activities throughout the year
• initiatives designed to make our centres, neighbourhoods and facilities more connected, accessible and feel safer.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome/s in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Maungakiekie-Tāmaki is an active and engaged community
• Outcome 3: Maungakiekie-Tāmaki is the place to be.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Planning and Development

This group of activities covers improvements to town centres, the local street environment as well as local environment and heritage protection. These activities also include working with business and community associations to improve local economic development and employment initiatives. 

The annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $828,000. This amount comprises of targeted rates collected for Business Improvement District (BID) programmes. We will work closely with our BIDs to ensure that their activities are aligned to the outcomes in our local board plan.

The local planning and development activity contribute towards achieving the following outcome in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 3: Maungakiekie-Tāmaki is the place to be.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Environmental Management

Local boards work in partnership with local communities and iwi to deliver projects and programmes to improve local environments. Our focus is on indigenous biodiversity, healthy waterways and sustainable living.

These activities include stream restoration, waste minimisation programmes, supporting environmental volunteers and partnering with schools to provide a range of environmental initiatives.

Our local activities are complemented by substantial regionally-funded water quality improvement and natural environment programmes including those funded through targeted rates.

Our annual operating budget to deliver local activities is $140,000.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• community awareness and community led riparian restoration
• contributions to the work of the Manukau Harbour Forum and Tāmaki Estuary Environmental Forum
• experiential learning and pest management education programmes for local schools.

The local environmental management activity and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcome in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 2: Maungakiekie-Tāmaki is a community that cares about its environment.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.

Local Governance

Activities in this group support our 21 local boards to engage with and represent their communities, and make decisions on local activities. This support includes providing strategic advice, leadership of the preparation of Local Board Plans, support in developing Local Board Agreements, community engagement including relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities, and democracy and administrative support.

The measures for this group of activities are covered under the Regional Governance group of activities in the Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which determine participation with Auckland Council decision-making in general. This includes local decision-making. There are no significant changes to the measures or targets for 2018/2019.

Our annual operating budget to deliver these activities is $935,000.

Local Funding

Auckland Council has a shared governance model for making decisions on local activities.  Under the Local Board Funding Policy adopted in August 2014, funding is allocated to local boards to deliver local services, through the following methods:

1.     Asset based services - the governing body allocates funds to deliver local activities based on decisions about region-wide service levels. This includes allocation of funds for local asset based services, such as building a new swimming pool or library. 

2.     Locally driven initiatives – an allocation is based on a formula applied to each local board, with the exception of Great Barrier and Waiheke Local Boards who agree funding requirements with the governing body on an annual basis. This includes both operational and capital funds.

3.     Governance services – an allocation is based on the number of elected members and associated administrative costs for each local board.

Funding priorities for local activities

Capital spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 5.6M

By category

• Renewals: 3.1M
• Improvements: 1.4M
• Growth: 1.1M

Key projects

• Parks - Asset renewals: 2.6M
• Local Board discretionary capex: 1.0M
• Parks and Sport Recreation - General park development: 850.0K
• Parks - Coastal asset renewals: 750.0K
• Parks and Sport Recreation - Sport development: 100.0K

Operating spend

By activity area

• Local Community Services: 10.4M
• Local Planning: 827.8K
• Local Environment Services: 140.0K
• Local Governance: 935.4K

Funding Impact Statement

This prospective funding impact statement has been prepared to meet the requirements of Section 21 (5) of the Local Government (Auckland Council) Act 2009. It covers the year from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 and outlines the council's sources of funding for local activities in this local board area and our plan to apply them.

Appendix A: Advocacy initiatives

A key role of the local board is to advocate for initiatives that the local board may not have decision-making responsibilities or funding for in this 10-year Budget, but recognise the value it will add to the local community.

Key advocacy areas for this local board include:

Appendix B: How to contact your Local Board

Local boards have been established to enable local representation and decision-making on behalf of local communities. You are encouraged to contact your elected members to have your say on matters that are important to your community.

For general enquiries, assistance and information, phone 09 301 0101 any time or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Local board meetings, agendas and minutes are available on the Auckland Council website: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz > About council > Meetings and agendas

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2.12 Ōrākei Local Board

Message from the Chair

This is the first Local Board Agreement, essentially our budget and work to be done from July 2018 to June 2019, under our new Ōrākei Local Board Plan 2017-2020, and will be the first agreement of the new 10-year Budget 2018-2028.

This past year we have consulted with our communities on the Ōrākei Local Board Plan, Auckland's 10-year budget and a number of local initiatives. The Ōrākei Local Board has listened to your feedback and designed our plan around what you have told us.

This coming year we have prioritised improved environmental outcomes and safety within our communities. We will continue to review how we can remain prudent within our budget and ensure we get the best value for our ratepayers. The spending of ratepayer money wisely is something we take very seriously.

We have successfully advocated to the Governing Body and Auckland Transport for additional funding to improve our local transport network and paths, in particular the Gowing Drive linkage and Tāmaki Drive improvements. We will continue many multi-year projects including the ongoing planning and design of the Meadowbank Community Centre redevelopment, and will commence new initiatives that you have asked for. These are detailed in the following pages.

As a Board, we look forward to continuing to serve our communities.

Kit Parkinson

Ōrākei Local Board Chair

Introduction

Auckland Council's shared governance model means local boards are responsible for decision-making on local issues, activities and services and providing input into regional strategies, policies and plans. The local board agreement sets out the local board's budget, funding for activities, levels of service, performance measures and targets for the financial year 2018/2019 which has been agreed with Auckland Council's governing body.   

The Ōrākei Local Board Plan 2017 is a three year strategic document that guides local board activity, funding and investment decisions. A key role of the local board plan is to provide a basis for development of the annual local board agreement for each financial year, this is set out below. Each local board also develops annual work programmes alongside adoption of their local board agreement.

Local boards also provide input to the Governing Body on larger scale investments, regional programmes and policy issues such as rates proposals, which are outside local board decision-making responsibilities. A list of key advocacy areas is set out as appendix A. 

About this area

The Ōrākei Local Board area lies just east of Auckland's central business district and is bounded to the north by the Waitematā Harbour and Hauraki Gulf. The local board area is largely residential, made up of the suburbs of Ōrākei, Mission Bay, Kohimarama, St Heliers, Glendowie, St Johns, Stonefields, Meadowbank, Remuera and part of Ellerslie. The Ōrākei Local Board area has a population of 86,400 with estimated population of 109,100 by 2033. 

Local Board Plan outcomes

The Ōrākei Local Board Plan 2017 sets out the aspirations the local board has for the area. The outcomes in the Ōrākei Local Board Plan are:

Outcome 1: Our local parks and open space areas are valued and enjoyed.

We will continue to develop our sports parks, reserves and playgrounds. Our beaches must continue to be a source of pride and enjoyment for people. We will work with neighbouring residents and businesses, taking into account the wider communities, to ensure the recreational needs of different users can be met well into the future.

Outcome 2: Our residents are proud of their community facilities and public places.

Local centres and public places should be attractive, safe and easy to access. We aim to make it easier for community groups, clubs, churches and associations to come together. We will ensure our public places are attractive and vibrant with the right mix of enhanced community facilities, public art, heritage. Community health is also important and we should strive to keep our public places clean, chemical free and smoke free.

Outcome 3: People can move around our area easily and safely.

Having integrated transport choices means opportunities are available to travel whenever and wherever needed. We will continue to advocate to, and work with Auckland Transport, which is responsible for local roads and public transport networks, to improve transport options for our residents. We will continue to advocate for investment in the shared walking and cycling path network, and work to ensure they are developed to provide exemplary commuting and recreational experiences for all users.

Outcome 4: The natural environment is valued, protected and enhanced by our communities.

Ōrākei is fortunate to have many attractive beaches and ecologically significant waterways and reserves. We aim for a holistic, kaitiakitanga (guardianship) approach to caring for our natural areas, recognising that the health of all our beaches, waterways and green spaces is interlinked.

Outcome 5: A thriving economy which supports local businesses and town centres.

The Ōrākei Local Board area has several distinct town centres, each with its own character that should be retained and enhanced. It is important that these centres maximise their potential, are attractive and continue to offer a diverse range of retail options, services and experiences for local residents and visitors to enjoy. We will continue to support our business improvement districts (BIDs) and business associations. We want to work with our business areas to help strengthen our town centres to ensure they thrive and prosper.

The Ōrākei Local Board Agreement outlined in this document reflects how the board plans to support these outcomes through agreed activities in the 2018/2019 financial year. In addition, the board will carry out responsibilities delegated by the Governing Body in accordance with the delegated power, and with the general priorities and preferences in the Ōrākei Local Board Plan.

Working with Māori

Delivering on Auckland Council's commitment to Māori at a local level is important for the Ōrākei Local Board. The board is committed to meeting its statutory responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi/ the Treaty of Waitangi.

Ōrākei Local Board Agreement 2018/2019

Priorities by activity area

Auckland Council's 2018/2019 funding priorities for local activities which contribute to key community outcomes in the Ōrākei Local Board area are set out below under each local activity.

Levels of service, performance measures and targets are also set out below under each local activity. Note that some of the descriptions of our levels of service, performance measures and targets have changed from how they are described in the 2017/2018 local board agreements. This is to better explain our local activities and to align the descriptions to those used in other strategic plans.

Local Community Services

Local community services include:

• Supporting local arts, culture, events, sport and recreation
• Providing grants and partnering with local organisations to deliver community services
• Maintaining facilities, including local parks, libraries and halls.

Our annual budget to deliver these activities includes operating costs of $9.4 million and capital investment of $6.8 million.

The key initiatives we have planned for 2018/2019 include:

• Develop  feeder links to the Glen Innes to Tāmaki Drive Shared Path from Tahapa Reserve
• Name and begin development of new reserves in the Stonefields area
• Upgrading and developing of paths in and around our local parks and reserves
• Renew the carpark and surrounding area for Waiatarua Wetland Reserve
• Start the review of the northern-end of Crossfield Reserve which includes the playgrounds, skate park and community hall.

The local community services and key initiatives outlined above contribute towards achieving the following outcomes in the Ōrākei Local Board Plan:

• Outcome 1: Our local parks and open space areas are valued and enjoyed
• Outcome 2: Our residents are proud of their community facilities and public places
• Outcome 3: People can move around our area easily and safely.

Levels of Service

We measure our performance against the following measures for each local activity.