Waharoa (Matamata) Aerodrome Committee
Open Minutes
Minutes of a meeting of Waharoa (Matamata) Aerodrome Committee held in the Matamata-Piako Civic Centre, Matamata on Thursday 19 July 2018 at 10.00am.
Waharoa (Matamata) Aerodrome Committee 19 July 2018
Present
Mayor Janet E Barnes, JP Mr Mokoro Gillett Deputy Mayor James Thomas, JP Mrs Rangi Kaukau Cr Kevin Tappin Mr Mike Diamond
Also Present
Vicky Oosthoek Committee Secretary Don McLeod Chief Executive Officer Niall Baker Acting Senior Policy Planner Susanne Kampshof Asset Manager Strategy and Policy Bruce Langlands Facilities Operations Manager
In Attendance
Ralph Gore, Gliding Club 10.07am into meeting, 11.53 out of meeting Lisa Gardiner, Ngati Haua Iwi Trust 10.07am into meeting, 11.53 out of meeting
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1 Meeting Opening Mayor Jan Barnes welcomed everyone and declared the meeting open at 10.07am.
2 Karakia Mokoro Gillett gave the opening karakia.
3 Present Mayor Jan Barnes (Co-chair), Mr Mokoro Gillett (Co-chair), Mrs Rangi Kaukau, Mr Mike Diamond, Deputy Mayor James Thomas, Cr Kevin Tappin.
4 Apologies There were no apologies.
5 Notification of Urgent Business Pursuant to clause 3.7.5 and 3.7.6 of the Standing Orders NZS 9202:2003 and Section 6A (7) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987, the Chairman to enquire from members whether there are any additional items for consideration which qualify as extraordinary or urgent additional business.
6 Confirmation of minutes COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That the minutes of the meeting of the Ordinary Meeting of Waharoa (Matamata) Aerodrome Committee held on Thursday, 22 March 2018, be confirmed as a true and correct record of the meeting.
Moved by: Cr J A F Thomas Seconded by: R Kaukau CARRIED
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OFFICER REPORTS 7 Executive 7.1 November 2018 Meeting
Executive Summary The next meeting date and venue of the Waharoa (Matamata) Aerodrome Committee (the Committee) is confirmed. The November meeting date to be changed from Thursday 22nd to Tuesday 20th November 2018. The proposed venue for the 20th November meeting is the Raungaiti Marae, with Rangi Kaukau to confirm availability. Mokoro Gillett will invite Kura to attend the November meeting at 10.00am to sing.
COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That: 1) The information be received. 2) The Committee confirm the next meeting: a. date as Tuesday 20th November 2018. b. venue as Raungaiti Marae. c. meeting start at 10.00am.
Moved by: R Kaukau Seconded by: M Gillett CARRIED
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7.2 Long Term Plan 2018-28 Update
Executive Summary At its meeting on 27 June 2018 Council adopted the final Long Term Plan 2018-28 (LTP) and other associated documents: Development Contributions Policy 2018-28 Revenue and Financing Policy 2018-28 Fees and Charges 2018/19 Policies on Remissions and Postponement of Rates Financial Strategy Infrastructure Strategy
Council also received the Audit NZ Opinion and Letter of Representation for Audit NZ at this meeting.
Summary of main decisions from the Long Term Plan 2018-28 verbally given. Noting particularly the proposed playground at Waharoa and Rapurapu Reserve Committee funding.
COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That: 1. The information be received.
Moved by: Cr K R Tappin Seconded by: M Gillett CARRIED
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7.3 Representation Review Executive Summary This report provides an update on the representation review process to the Waharoa (Matamata) Aerodrome Committee (Committee) and invites submissions on Council’s initial proposal.
Mayor Jan advised that Council is proposing to stay at status quo with 11 elected members across the Matamata-Piako District.
COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That: 1. The information be received. 2. Encourage members individually to consider making a submission on Council’s proposal.
Moved by: Cr J A F Thomas Seconded by: R Kaukau CARRIED
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7.4 Marae Underpass Update
Executive Summary There is an underpass under the State Highway which is currently in a state of disrepair. Ngāti Haua Iwi Trust representatives have been in contact with NZTA. The members may wish to verbally update the Committee on the latest progress of these discussions and any works that have been undertaken. At the 22 March 2018 meeting members verbally updated the Committee on the latest progress of these discussions and any works: underpass now in working order – Rangi Kaukau advised truck removing water from underpass which has kept up during the wet season. planting has been undertaken drainage pipe still to be installed – Lisa Gardiner to follow up on this. mural may follow – Rangi Kaukau advised they are calling for draft drawings with the theme of Matarangi, with draft planned to be completed by November. Lisa Gardiner to confirm if paint is to be supplied. Lisa Gardiner to continue to work with Marae and NZTA.
COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That: 1. The information be received.
Moved by: Cr K R Tappin Seconded by: Cr J A F Thomas CARRIED
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7.5 Marae Entrance, Parking Arrangements
Executive Summary Safety issues at the Raungaiti Marae entranceway have been highlighted as an issue for the Committee’s consideration. It has also been identified that there is not enough parking available for the Marae at times. A preliminary study on the options of upgrading the entranceway and parking was completed and presented to the Committee on 28 May 2015, with further discussion at its August and November meetings. At the August meeting committee members requested the staff further investigate option 1 - Parking on the north side of the proposed access road and as an alternative, parking on the state highway as proposed by the Soaring Centre was also discussed at the meeting that the option of shifting the power pole next to the entrance way should be investigated and prioritising the development of the entrance over developing further parking on the site. At the November 2015 meeting the Committee requested staff mark out the proposed location of the entrances way for Committee members to view in February 2016. The marking of the entrance way and a site visit for Committee members was completed in February 2016. At the meeting in April 2016 Gary Thomson, Te Kaiwhakarite from Community Waikato also attended to assist with questions and discuss resources and support available in regards to funding opportunities. This issue was considered by the Committee at each of the 2017 meetings. Discussion at the November 2017 meeting indicated Wharekai funding/feasibility study options are being investigated and consideration was being given to erecting an archgola over possible concrete apron beside wharekai which will give a big covered area. The carpark options are being included in this study. The issue was further discussed at the Committee’s March 2018 meeting and the information was received. No further work has been undertaken on this project by Council staff. Don McLeod advised of the Resource Consent funding grant Iwi maybe eligible for with regards to wharekai and carpark plans, he will arrange a meeting for Mike Diamond to meet with a planner and Niall Baker could give guidance on eligibility under the policy to apply for Resource Consent funding. Mayor Jan encouraged Iwi to look at Lion Foundation funding for the implementation of this project. Lisa Gardiner meeting with Trust Waikato 31 July. Susanne Kampshof requested any traffic accident near misses be reported to Council. Mike Diamond exited the meeting at 11.00am. Mike Diamond returned to the meeting at 11:05am.
COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That: 1. The information be received. 2. That Mike Diamond meet with MPDC planner and connect with Lion Foundation and Trust Waikato.
Moved by: R Kaukau Seconded by: M Gillett CARRIED
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7.6 Aerodrome Fees and Charges
Executive Summary During the recent Long Term Plan 2018-28 consultation process a submission was received requesting annual landing fees at the Aerodrome rather than the daily rate we currently have. This report provides an overview of the submission, Council’s decision and the next steps to be followed.
Bruce Langlands attended Aerodrome User Group meeting earlier this month. Council has instructed staff to review fees and compare with other aerodromes
Mayor Jan asked for input from Ralph Gore, who advised to his knowledge the few recreations reserve committed to aviation, for closest comparison would be Omarama, Kaikohe, and Taupo Centennial Park Airfield.
COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That: 1. The information be received.
Moved by: M J Diamond Seconded by: Cr J A F Thomas CARRIED
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7.7 Waharoa Aerodrome Budget 2018/19
Executive Summary The 2017/2018 budget for the Waharoa Aerodrome is provided for the information of the Committee.
COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That: 1. The information be received.
Moved by: M Gillett Seconded by: R Kaukau CARRIED
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7.8 Health and Safety Report
Executive Summary Health and Safety report as detailed below was presented. Matamata Aerodrome Health and Safety Report June 2018 1. Main runway has been shortened to allow for turf damage to be repaired. 2. Safety Committee has been formed and is working well. Safety plan has been approved. Major Hazards have been identified and rated. 3. New safety signs installed for operational area. 4. Safety equipment checks completed on fire extinguishers and alarms. 5. Aerodrome AIP document is under review will be submitted to Airways NZ for publication. 6. Repairs have been carried out to access road. 7. BP Fuel tank has been cleaned and serviced.
Bruce Langlands advised: Safety Users Group is working well and meet every two months, users run the committee and he attends. All users have their own safety plans. We have a bird control contractor as this became a concern after bird strike last year. Noise issue complaints are ongoing. Have changed a windsock after notice about an issue.
Mayor Jan advised the campground does not comply with campground regulations so is not open to the public. Bruce Langlands to follow up on the incidents report filed to Civil Aviation as Committee would like to view this.
COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That: 1. The information be received.
Moved by: Cr J A F Thomas Seconded by: M Gillett CARRIED
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7.9 Visits to Whitianga Aerodrome and Tauranga Airport
Executive Summary Staff presented the following update on visits to Whitianga Aerodrome and Tauranga Airport. Bruce Langlands visited Whitianga hangar houses, which operate with a ground lease. Bruce Langlands and Lisa Gardiner to visit Tauranga Airport to review hangar houses.
COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That: 1. The report be received.
Moved by: M J Diamond Seconded by: R Kaukau CARRIED
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7.10 Reserve Management Plan Update
Executive Summary Council has resolved to review the Waharoa (Matamata) Aerodrome Reserve Management Plan. Xyst Limited has been engaged to prepare the Reserve Management Plan and Outline Plan under the Resource Management Act. Xyst staff will describe the review process and undertake a workshop with the Committee to clarify key issues and discuss processes.
COMMITTEE RESOLUTION That: 1. The report be received.
Moved by: Cr J A F Thomas Seconded by: Cr K R Tappin CARRIED
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8 Urgent Additional Business There was no urgent additional business.
9 Closing karakia To be done after workshop.
11.53am The Chairperson thanked Members for their attendance and attention to business and declared the meeting closed.
CONFIRMED AS A TRUE AND CORRECT RECORD AT A MEETING OF WAHAROA (MATAMATA) AERODROME COMMITTEE HELD ON
DATE: 20 November 2018
CHAIRPERSON:......
Mayor Janet E Barnes, JP
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