LTP 2021 – 31 Hearing

Submission Comments and Responses ASSET REPLACEMENT ID Name Asset Comment Asset GM Response 31 Erin Sherman Many of our footpaths In Arapuni are not A service request has been raised on behalf of the submitter to consider the impact of assessable. We need council to assess private hedges on the use of public footpaths. A letter will be sent to property owners and resolve please. My daughter is in a asking them to trim their hedges within three weeks. If nothing is done a second letter wheelchair and many hedges are still will be sent advising the resident that if the hedge is not trimmed within a further period blocking the footpaths. of three weeks, then Council will instruct its contractor to trim the hedge and recover the cost from the property owner. 60 Bob Tiaki No 71 Linda Galbraith With the recent, and increasingly more Council is in the process of completing computer models for its stormwater infrastructure frequent, excessively heavy downpours, network within the urban areas of Tīrau, Putāruru and Tokoroa. The modelling has the coping capabilities of the stormwater identified deficiencies in parts of the network. Council is developing an improvement system needs to be addressed promptly. programme to increase the capacity of the stormwater network progressively. Required upgrades for Putāruru have been identified and budgets to support the extra wok are included in the 2021-32 LTP. Council is currently prioritising stormwater upgrades for Tokoroa and Tīrau and these upgrades will be funded in a future annual plan. The modelling has also identified portions of the town which are low lying, and which will be inundated with stormwater even after the construction of the planned stormwater infrastructure upgrades. These ponding areas are being added to Council flood hazard register. In addition, Council has awarded a four-year stormwater maintenance contract to undertake proactive maintenance on all the urban stormwater network.

Page 1 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ASSET REPLACEMENT ID Name Asset Comment Asset GM Response 72 Kim De Thierry I am not strategic or complicated as Three-water infrastructure is part of the overall infrastructure which provide services and some of this LTP is & would like to know support the town. The three-water infrastructure includes stormwater, drinking water and abit more of the water issues in Tirau, wastewater. Each town has its own network which might include pipes, pumps, storage. Putaruru & Tokoroa. For one, we have Stormwater infrastructure includes stormwater ponds, pipes and open channels for area's in Tirau that are prone to flooding, stormwater flow. The cost of maintenance, operations, renewal and new works is paid I would like to know why this situation for evenly by all users over the entire urban area of the South Waikato District. continues as it visits us after every down Council is in the process of complete computer models for its three-water infrastructure pour. Yes your water plan is impressive network in Tīrau, Putāruru and Tokoroa. The modelling has identified deficiencies in part but what about fixing what's not working of the network and Council is developing an improvement programme to increase the properly first & what is hidden under capacity of the three-water network over the next 30-years. Required upgrades for ground. When I hear the word Putāruru have been identified and budgets to support the extra work are included in the infrastructure I think of the supports of 30-Year Infrastructure Strategy and LTP. Council is currently determining the priority of the town, the condition that the upgrades for Tokoroa and Tīrau and these will be included in a future annual plan. The underground pipes are in, when they modelling has identified portions of the town which are low lying, and which will be were checked last & what state are they inundates with stormwater even with the planned infrastructure upgrades. These in. Does every town have there own ponding areas are being added to Council flood hazard register. water/waste/storm? Or is it all going to There is a programme for inspection of underground assets using CCTV technology and based in Tirau? Sorry if I'm abit behind visual inspection when appropriate. We plan on inspecting about 20% of the the 8 ball about this underground network every year. This information is used to update condition assessments in the asset management plans which will inform Council infrastructure renewal programmes. 108 Janice Stobie Generally expect rises in time for most of Cost inflation and an expected population growth of about 1% per year for Putāruru and the community's income. Possible Tīrau and a population growth of 0.3% per year for Tokoroa over the next 30-years have increase in no. of residents to continue. been assumed when calculating expected rates in future year. Both covering extra. 109 Doreen Parry Yes, we need depreciation Ac's, an Ac for mess ups. 110 Trish Priscott The infrastructures of most towns & cities in NZ have been neglected. Water is vital, as is appropriate means of dealing with waste. 138 Aaron Mutua Not a priority for me

Page 2 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ASSET REPLACEMENT ID Name Asset Comment Asset GM Response 140 Trevor Mein No change in current trageting . What Rates collected for a particular purpose eg stormwater are collected from the ratepayers are are interest and dividends from that use that activity (stormwater). These funds need to be used for that activity in the investments that funded the 3 waters future and cannot be used for another purpose. Council accumulates funds in separate last year to the tune of $725,000.00, and investment accounts to fund the fund planned replacement of assets. These investments why could not some of that capital be earn interest and dividends and the investment grows over the years. All these funds are used for the community? I favour neither used for the purpose the money was collected for. New development is funded by the option A or B as Council expects new developers of these new sections. They also pay for the cost of any upgrades to Council developments, and that may have an infrastructure. They will, in turn, charge the purchasers of the section these costs. impact downstream requiring a larger Current ratepayers don't pay for the cost of putting in new infrastructure for growth. capacity network, not just replacing like with like. If the current funding of stormwater last year was 80% targeted, then a 100% now would be an increase of $19.44 or just under 1% increase in my rates. What kind of increases is Council expecting in the 3 waters?

Page 3 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 HEATED INDOOR POOLS ID Name Pools Comments Pools GM Response 4 Carol Hammond I like the idea of an outdoor splash pad Your concerns on having an outdoor splash pad are noted and will be considered as part but feel it would raise safety issues for of the final design to ensure the facilities are safe for pool users. parents who have children inside and outside "which child do they supervise" 8 Deborah Chappell I am concerned re the disability access Please forward any specific concerns regarding disability access of the existing facilities, to the pools and changing areas and if and we will ensure these concerns are addressed within the final design. you are going to combine with library Also please forward any specific concerns from a disability perspective regarding our then the access to library as well who is proposed design and its potential impact on users or visitors of the facility who are the disability advocate in your group disabled, then we will ensure the design is appropriately modified. Our intention is build a new facility that is fit for purpose and meets the needs of the range of potential pool users.

15 Sally Greed I want to submit regarding the Tirau The lane ropes in the Tirau pool are due to be replaced in year two of the Long Term Pool. Could the pool please have a way Plan (2022-23). Staff will ensure that the existing lane ropes are usable for the 2021-22 to be used for lane swimming? An summer season. attendant to open the pool daily for an There are no plans to open the Tīrau Pool earlier, but lane swimming is available at hour for lane swimming would be much Putāruru Pool from 12 - 1 daily, during summer. appreciated (0900?), and as a bare minimum could Council please supply lane ropes, which can be installed to allow lane swimming when the pools are open to all. The previous lane ropes are now brittle plastic and won't be used by the staff. 16 Brian Gilliland Given the availability of solar year round Your concerns around the efficiency of using solar energy are noted and will be I would seriously question the viability of considered as part of the final design. solar heating vs heat exchange. The time of highest energy consumption is winter, the time of lowest solar effectiveness. With closure of Tiwai smelter in the near future there will be a surplus of electrical energy and effective use of this must be a consideration

Page 4 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 HEATED INDOOR POOLS ID Name Pools Comments Pools GM Response 18 Edwina Wooderson Can we upgrade or get an 50m outdoor Unfortunately there is no space at our current pool sites for an outdoor 50m pool. Plans lane pool for swimming in summer or are to upgrade the current 25m pool. make it lane swimmers only please! 25m pools get a bit tedious when training for long distance events and being inside gets boring too 50m pools would be better 28 Les Pinkerton Still alot of drownings teach to swim far We run 16 learn to swim classes per week, during school term time. These classes cater better option for approximately 100 persons. 33 Emma McDermott A great asset where leisure can mix with We are excited by the range of ways in which an appropriately designed pool facility can health and well-being. As a local be used. Physiotherapist I access the pools with patients and myself for leisure.. 37 Phil Parker Intergration with Library will place Ensuring there are adequate number of appropriate car parks will be considered as part pressure on O'Sullivan Dr carpark due to of the overall design for any future library and pool. most parks being utilised by Council staff on a weekly basis, with lilmited room for additional parking expansion. 38 Jahmarley Phillips With refurbished pools please keep lane The current site does not have the space to add in a separate pool for lane swimming. pool deep. Would be good to have a While there may not be lane space available during peak times, there are other times separate pool for lane swimming as and days available for lane space. theres not enough lanes 40 Mick Jones Maintain the existing facility. Avoid "nice Your view is noted; however, most submitters had supported more significant upgrades to have" ideas as funding comes from to the pool facility ratepayers 49 Maureen Tangimataiti Please do showers. a good paint and Your view is noted; however, most submitters had supported more significant upgrades leave as is thank you to the pool facility 50 Christine Ngatai If you put in sliding doors how will you Your concern is noted. The heating and heating control will be determined, based on the control the heating? final layout configuration including the potential addition of a sliding door leading outside the building. 51 Len Wilson Fix, paint Your view is noted; however, most submitters had supported more significant upgrades to the pool facility

Page 5 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 HEATED INDOOR POOLS ID Name Pools Comments Pools GM Response 52 Sharon Morgan Windows along bleachers not suitable. Your concerns are noted and will be considered as part of the final design. People peering in at swimmers. Staff would feel unsafe at night / mornings. 53 Judith Steiner Changing rooms need upgrade leave Your view is noted; however, most submitters have supported more significant upgrades rest as is. to the pool facility 54 Bev Manu Clean up, fixing & paint job bit of Your view is noted; however, most submitters have supported more significant upgrades plumbing new shower head better water to the pool facility flow 55 Yvonne Keir Pluming, paint job, new showers just Your view is noted; however, most submitters have supported more significant upgrades more safety rails in showers a good to the pool facility general tidy up and change room. 57 Noeline Becker Leave as is! Come and use the pools Your view is noted; however, most submitters have supported more significant upgrades especially early & you will know the need to the pool facility for seniors. 64 Lynda Daniel Upgrades would be great. Most submitters have supported significant upgrades to the pool facility 65 Sharon De Castro I moved to Tokoroa almost 3 years ago, Most submitters have supported significant upgrades to the pool facility. There is no plan a pool was the number one factor in to remove the pool completely. moving to this area. It is an essential service for all from Babies to the elderly. It is of huge benefit for rehabilitation and has a positive effect on Mental health and overall fitness and wellbeing. If Tokoroa lost this valuable resource I would be looking to move from the area. 71 Linda Galbraith If we can afford it, do as much as Most submitters have supported significant upgrades to the pool facility possible in one go - costs are only going to increase. 72 Kim De Thierry Well, again, my question is, aren't they Your concerns are noted and will be considered as part of the final design. Extraction of maintained all the time? Extraction fans heat and odour is part of the change in service that we can expect from an ungraded to get rid of the over powering chlorine pool. odour would be great. 79 Shianne Saiers Be good to have a summer pool outside, A summer outside pool is not being considered for Tokoroa. Putāruru and Tīrau both and fun things for kids all year around. have outside summer pools that are available for use. 83 John Ghent None of the above - see attached Most submitters have supported significant upgrades to the pool facility document

Page 6 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 HEATED INDOOR POOLS ID Name Pools Comments Pools GM Response 90 Shannon Atwill Keep it the same. Most submitters have supported significant upgrades to the pool facility 97 South Waikato YMCA Although all 3 options are not favourable Council considering how it can maintain some degree of pool service during any upgrade we chose Option A as we believe this closure. Unfortunately to bring the pool back up to an acceptable standard the closure of will have the least impact on the the pool is required. We look forward to any input on options to maintain community community we represent. The pools is connectivity. In terms of arriving at these options Council did pre-consultation with the an environment where young people community using 'Social Pinpoint' and had discussions with specialist consultants to look connect and feel safe within our at options. community. By closing the pool for a minimum of 1 year this will take this safe environment away from our young people. The pools not only caters to young people but the general demographic of residents within our community. We also question the process in which these options were derived and how was the perspective and opinion of young people captured in these options that have been provided. 100 Desiree Morunga Just need a new facility, if you see how Most submitters have supported significant upgrades to the pool facility. Your busy our town is getting in regards to submission provided great ideas. Many of these ideas were discussed but previously local and national events happening excluded from consideration due to the high cost of providing these for the population frequently, we need to provide quality and number of ratepayers we have.. facilities. Things like sauna and basic gym equipment to help mobility and wellness. Diving pool and pools to encourage and support national water polo events, gives our tamariki an opportunity to discover that space. Facility to cater for birthdays, reunions, sports team recovery, rehabilitation, and hydroslide fun. We travel to Taupo Rotorua Hamilton and Hastings pay heaps to get what we could have here in our district. Think about it.

Page 7 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 HEATED INDOOR POOLS ID Name Pools Comments Pools GM Response 103 Kellie Chapman Would be lovely to have free admission If Council did agree to free administration it would need to be for all users (not just for PUTARURU residents as they don’t Putaruru). This would require an increase in rates to cover this shortfall in income. have a facility available all year round or Ratepayers subsidize the use of the pool by 90-95% currently. with full operating hours during summer 107 Elsie Monahan I cannot visual option C. I could 'go Parking and how the services work together will be resolved as part of the final design. along' with it perhaps, but concerning The library books will stay to a safe, dry environment. preservation of books, noise? parking? etc 109 Doreen Parry Sliding doors are not good for children. Your concerns are noted and will be considered as part of the final design. Door might be closed when you look for then But child probably through the door & on otherside 110 Trish Priscott Learning to swim is a basic requirement The pool will always be a multi-use pool for leisure, learn to swim, rehabilitation and for NZers - enhancing opportunities for fitness activities so we can completely support what you say. this to occur is the priority, above leisure activities. The pool also features in rehab and fitness for some citizens so access is important. 112 Dave Kay Plan any construction around keeping Your concerns are noted and will be considered as part of the final planning but there will the pools open ie night work, short need to be a closure of the pool for the upgrade. outages only 118 Alan Blair I am OPPOSED to any expenditure on Your view is noted; however, most submitters have supported more significant upgrades any of the additional optional features to the pool facility that are in the table on page 15 of the Consultation Document. 134 Metua Lockington More safety bars in shower Your concerns are noted and will be considered as part of the final design. 140 Trevor Mein Install new plant to make at least one Your concerns are noted and will be considered as part of the final design. always available (spa).

Page 8 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 LIBRARY ID Name Library Comments Library GM Response 8 Deborah Chappell See above as well as there is no One of the key aspects of the new library with be a focus of digital provision and access mention around ensuring library is both and the provision of education and information for our community. digitally and educationally going to be able to keep pace with the changing times 14 Sandeep Yadav Current library is good. 24 Lakin Wilton I have loved the library since I was a child, and now I’ve returned home to live I love it just as much. I think it deserves a new building on a new site all of its own. 25 Ann-jorun Hunter Would it be possible to share resources Libraries at a regional, and national level, already collaborate and exchange books and with Matamata libraries? other resources so your point is very valid. 28 Les Pinkerton Librarys are supposed to be peaceful Your comments and feedback on the future of our libraries are much appreciated. pools and library same place silly idea

Page 9 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 LIBRARY ID Name Library Comments Library GM Response 32 Eva Toia I don't mind whether the library is built on Your comments and feedback on the future of our libraries is much appreciated. Both a new site or integrated with the pools facilities will be kept separate enough so there are not issues with ventilation and the (although both facilities require totally cross flow of users. Thank you for your comments on using the old Countdown building different air-conditioning needs and may as a library and its location to gambling facilities - these are valid points to consider. not be suitable together, considering Council will strive to achieve a close connection with Raukawa in terms of delivering chlorine, people entering the library after library services. swimming with wet gear etc), but I am aware that there have been discussions for the library to be in the old Countdown building in Tokoroa. I specifically wanted to address that in this submission, because that site would place the library in very close proximity to a gambling/sports facility. I'm unaware personally of gambling establishments having positive effects on townships/suburbs, and I think it would be a high-risk decision to have the library located there. Gambling feeds into problematic behaviours and addictions which has a harmful effect on communities. The library is in a contrary position, in that it seeks to educate, inform, and provide means for the community to grow, learn and enjoy safe activities in a safe environment. I can see a real risk of gambling addicts leaving their children in the library for hours on end while they are at the gambling venue. That may sound extreme but as a former Police employee, I can tell you that it is not unheard of for members of the public to report children who have been left in a vehicle outside a pokie bar all day. Library staff aren't trained to deal with

Page 10 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 LIBRARY ID Name Library Comments Library GM Response addictions, and that is by no means a put down, because they shouldn't have to. They deal directly with the community every day, and a safe environment for them and the people they serve should be paramount. I do not know what the leading option is for the library's future location, but I implore council to consider carefully the inappropriateness of being located at the old Countdown building and ask that the factors to consider include cost, safety to staff and customers, reputation and image of the proposed area and businesses sharing the space, accessibility for disabled, and closeness to the town centre/council building. As a final comment, I would say that perhaps having the library located near to Raukawa's offices might provide opportunity to strengthen interaction with Ngāti Raukawa's staff and improve the library's Maori services.

34 Darnel Manu We need to maintain this important part of our heritage and culture.

Page 11 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 LIBRARY ID Name Library Comments Library GM Response 36 Harold Conrad This is a ruff drawing where the library Your comments and feedback on the future of our libraries is much appreciated. should be. Toilets should be in a big building like log you have big Bushman down the Road. I would be happy to discuss it with any body. If building to small a storyroom. Raise the roof and put upstairs with a lift and set of steps in case power cut. 40 Mick Jones Recommend get alternative advise on Council is obtained professional engineering advice on the future of the current library weatherproofing the existing sound and is comfortable that the current building is not appropriate for repair. In addition to this structure. the current library size and layout is not appropriate for the future use of libraries.

52 Sharon Morgan Fix whats there. Cant be more Council has considered this option. The existing library services are limited and does not expensive than a new build surely. support future proofing. Earlier engagement with our community has suggested more community space is required and a move away from traditional library service. The existing library also has issue with water ingress and is unlikely to be fixed due to the design. Other consideration are ongoing maintenance repairs on a 20 year old building.

64 Lynda Daniel Not by The pools, The books will get There are a number of options for the location of the new Library. Integration does not wet. Pools, library {Nah} always mean within the same building. The intention of the proposal was for close proximate to the pools to provide integration to Council office, pools, youth park and the skate and basketball courts. The design will mean that the books won't get wet.

68 Patricia Mears I like c but were will the parking be? also Your thoughts and feedback on the future of our library are much appreciated. the middle of town is starting to feel Council will consider parking seriously - there will be provision for additional parking. empty.

71 Linda Galbraith Comment was made at one of the LTP Your thoughts and feedback on the future of our library are much appreciated. meetings about the area between Council will consider parking seriously - there will be provision for additional parking. Council offices and the pools being a possibility but much-needed carparks would be lost. Consider building up over the carpark, making the best multi-use of the area.

Page 12 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 LIBRARY ID Name Library Comments Library GM Response 72 Kim De Thierry If it's not broken don't fix it, maintenance Council has considered this option. The existing library services are limited and does not should be done annually is that right? Is support future proofing. Earlier engagement with our community has suggested more it earthquake proof? . community space is required and a move away from traditional library service. The existing library also has issue with water ingress and is unlikely to be fixed to the design. Other consideration are ongoing maintenance repairs on a 20 year old building.

79 Shianne Saiers Be really cool to have our pools and Thanks for your thoughts around the benefit of an integrated library and pools facility. library at the same place for families to Any new library will have a wider focus on all community needs - particularly children. not be going to the other side of town. Love to have more kids areas st the library as theres awesome activities in the holidays. 82 Akarere Henry The library plays an important part in Council agrees with your thoughts on the community development role of libraries and supporting so many other areas of looks forward to working with the community to find the best way to achieve this in our community development in its sharing of new facility. information, approach to community, and its evolving to meet the various needs of the community. 83 John Ghent None of the above - see attached Regarding the proposed integration as an option, it is not intended that 'integrating document facilities' means co-locating within the same building. The proposal is to create a multipurpose community hub, where recreation and leisure facilities would be grouped together. For example, Te Awamutu has an events centre, aquatic centre and library hubbed together within a recreation and leisure precinct.

92 Sarah Flavall Use the library as an anchor in the CBD Council will take into account your thoughts on using the library as a way of re-vitalizing - either Rosebury St or Leith Place. the Tokoroa CBD when it considers the final placement of the building. Needs to be located on the South side of Bridge street to help make a more vibrant CBD and contribute to reducing the spread out nature at present.

Page 13 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 LIBRARY ID Name Library Comments Library GM Response 96 Teri-Anne Petley-Rata Could you can the whole library and Your thoughts and feedback about the future of our library are much appreciated. have them come to Putaruru ? The Putāruru library does not provide the needs of the Tokoroa community and will not support future proofing. Earlier engagement with our community has suggested more community space is required and a move away from the traditional library service. The Putāruru library was refurbished to support Putāruru’s community and is unlikely to support both Tokoroa and Putāruru. Your suggestion will also require a number of Tokoroa users that do not have the means to travel, travel out of town for this service.

97 South Waikato YMCA The nature of the library is evolving and Council agrees that the role of libraries is evolving into community spaces that support a therefore a new and larger site is wide range of users - particularly children. recommended. This new space will hopefully be designed and put together with the input of the young people of this community, a target demographic of the library. 100 Desiree Morunga needs a new library space, where, I'm Council will take into account your thoughts on using the library as a way of re-vitalizing unsure. Look at Leith place as a the Tokoroa CBD when it considers the final placement of the building. potential location, the old post office on bridge street. Definitely agree that the libraries do need a new space. 107 Elsie Monahan Enhanced facilities? I do hope provision Your thoughts and feedback about the future of our library are much appreciated. The for a top quality microfilm reader / printer proposal for the new library will have fitout to support change in technology. Council has / email attach etc. a.s.a.p!!! considered in its long term plan option for Community Archive. This will allow for collation and digital presentation of local history provides a great learning resource, free access to our communities, and a platform from which they can share their stories and connect with their history.

Page 14 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 LIBRARY ID Name Library Comments Library GM Response 108 Janice Stobie Certainly not option C. Location not Integration does not always mean within the same building. The intention of the proposal appropriate. Environment not was for close proximate to the pools to provide integration to Council office, pools, youth appropriate water damage? Heating park and the skate and basketball courts. The design will mean that the books won't get damage! Parking? Vandalism potential wet. There will be space in an integrated community hub / library for a range of Option B = Completely new site. If community activities. Council will ensure your suggestions are considered in a new build. Option C chosen then library needs to be stand alone / separated from Pools. Would there be rooms available for hire for indoor activities such as health/fitness yoga/tai chi 109 Doreen Parry Where does the CD Building stand The costs of a new build have been estimated and are outlined in the consultation Where would new site be, how can we document. This estimated cost applies to both options B and C - $7.7million. An judge when we don't have costs etc Are additional $1.1m was estimated to add more community space to the new facility. you suggesting we have Library in Suitable locations for the library will be considered once a decision has been reached Council Block? regarding which of the options is the best way forward for our community. Council is keen to understand our community needs and what the library footprint would look like before committing to a specific location. This includes opportunity to integrate other council services, additional community space, book a space and future proofing the library.

110 Trish Priscott I am a regular borrower and also do J.P Our intention is to build a new facility that is fit for purpose and meets the needs of a service regularly. The Library, like all range of users. Providing space for community groups and organisations, and balancing Libraries has evolved from being a place traditional, modern and future library use are key considerations in planning for a new for books. When doing JP service, it is library space. Your feedback is noted for consideration, and your thoughts and input obvious that the Library serves diverse regarding the future of our libraries are much appreciated. needs for a wide cross -section of the community. People read, study, access the Internet, meet & make friends. Some obviously come in for warmth in winter. There is a need for community volunteer organisations such as JPs to have access to meeting rooms in the CBD. These should be incorporated into any future planning for Library. The development of the Library needs to

Page 15 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 LIBRARY ID Name Library Comments Library GM Response include space for traditional reading / book borrowing + space for learning, use of technology, storing archival materials e.g. old papers.

111 Stephanie Julian Lots of natural light in library & staff Your thoughts and feedback about the future of our library are much appreciated. offices & work areas. 112 Dave Kay Covert the old countdown building or Your thoughts and feedback about the future of our library are much appreciated. Once demolish it and build new. Site is central the community needs have been assessed for the library a decision on an appropriate and local. site will be considered. 118 Alan Blair I am not a library user, however I recall Council seeks to understand our community needs and the future of library before a my Sister (qualified librarian) telling me footprint is developed. Once this stage is complete an appropriate location will be not long after the current Library was identified. opened that it was not designed to be NOT fit for purpose. I am OPPOSED to the pools and library being integrated into a community hub. I understand there is support for the Library being closer to the CBD than it is. The current location or the Countdown Site or another Site a similar distance from Bridge St and the CBD is fine. By building at a Site such as adjacent to the pools would take people away from Bridge St businesses and most likely result in traffic congestion.

Page 16 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 LIBRARY ID Name Library Comments Library GM Response 121 Jill Seerden Not the old countdown building. Not Your concerns are noted and will be considered as part of the final design. Council option C. Parking also needs to be seeks to understand our community needs and the future of library before a footprint is considered. A new building easy developed. Once this stage is complete an appropriate location will be identified. accessible for all age groups. The library offers good services especially home delivery of books. This is very appreciated. 140 Trevor Mein the library require foot traffic & Regarding the proposed integration, it is not intended that 'integrating facilities' means carparking pressures at pool area. co-locating within the same building. The proposal is to create a multipurpose community Please explain this trend of pools and hub, where recreation and leisure facilities would be grouped together. For example, Te libraries combined. I am aware of only Awamutu has an events centre, aquatic centre and library hubbed together within a one such arrangement, a new build in recreation and leisure precinct. Parking is a key consideration in the development of a Hornby that also combines a service new library. Your concerns will be considered as part of the final design. centre. Building a library combined with the pool will have a disruptive impact on the pools use and surrounding activities. There is also a lack of car parking available in the area, which on past experience appears to be always an afterthought.

Page 17 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PENSIONER HOUSING ID Name Housing Comments Housing GM Response 2 Isabella Keir Is it POSSIBLE government will The rules around what financial support is available to tenants from government are subsidise for all pensioner rentals rather fairly rigid. As a landlord we are able to advise our tenants on what support is available than individual from the Ministry of Social Development to support those on low incomes maintain a tenancy. Discussions to date with government do not suggest that the existing requirements and funding availability will change in the short term. Council monitors changes to this support and will ensure that tenants are kept informed of any changes. Individual tenants need to apply and those that meet the MSD criteria will get the Accomodation Supplement.

5 Stephen Mead I have been in this flat in tirau since Council is looking to improve the quality of our pensioner housing accommodation with a 2009, it was emergency housing for me wide range of improvements to ensure the delivery of warm and healthy accommodation and not alot was done and still alot is compliant with the governments Healthy Homes standards. We are mindful of running needing to be done to the flat.Old costs related to said improvements and the affordability of these for our residents. Your wallpaper, flaky paint on the lounge maintenance concerns have been recorded during routine property inspections and are room window sills, inside and out, flaky programmed to be addressed when we are able to renovate the unit as a whole. We paint on part of the kitchen celing, I have generally do this when tenants vacate so as to minimise disruptions. The paint in the not used the heater, if a heat pump is kitchen will be investigated as a separate item. As always, our staff would be happy to put in here I won't use it as they cost meet with you to discuss any specific issues that relate to your current tenancy with way to much to run. I keep a bathroom Council. window open for ventalation, it has a security device on it, so does a few of the other windows in this flat.

Page 18 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PENSIONER HOUSING ID Name Housing Comments Housing GM Response 10 Matthew Beveridge Pensior housing is meant to be providing Council has provided pensioner housing for some time, significantly below the level of housing to those most in need in our market rents within the district and recently, below the cost of delivering the services to community. Considering the extent of tenants. some of the additional outlays that the Council has to balance the needs of all ratepayers whilst at the same time providing a council is proposing, many of which are vital service to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. not user funded, I think the cost of Council's recommendation is to spread the impact of any changes to rent levels over a making the bare minimum of upgrades three-year period, which would mean that the proposed annual increase after receipt of to council housing is within budget to do Accommodation Supplement from MSD (subject to eligibility criteria) would be without any rent increases above the minimised. Annual increases in New Zealand superannuation are indexed to the rate of inflation. Therefore I opposed any increase in average earnings rather than CPI inflation, with the former having been rent increases above the current rate of significantly higher than the later in recent years. Projected increases in annual earnings general inflation. and thus superannuation would be at a higher % than the net increase proposed to tenants under Council's recommended option.

13 Sandeep Yadav Kitchen and bathroom ventilation per The planned investments into Council's pensioner housing units is not confined to unit price are 1200 and 1300 dollars, ventilation upgrades, they cover a wide range of improvements to ensure the delivery of which is more then double of current warm and healthy accommodation compliant with the governments Healthy Homes market rate. With 84 units as one project standards. All works and equipment will be purchased and contracted using robust you may get these done in under 600 procurement processes to ensure value for money for our ratepayers. dollars each. Why there is double price? I have got my house done this last month hence i know the price. According to this i doubt all the prices are double then real life. 26 Colin Campbell Everyone needs to pay their own way Council agrees that evreyone needs to 'pay their way'. That is why the pensioner unit and delays just add to council costs costs are not subsidised by general rates and paid by the tenants.

28 Les Pinkerton They are pensioners why punish them Council remains committed to supporting pensioners living in Council owned housing. because the council no longer want to The proposals put forward enable Council to enhance the accommodation we provide to look after them ensure, warmer, dryer and healthier environment for residents. This accommodation will continue to be provided at rent levels significantly below those available in the wider market.

Page 19 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PENSIONER HOUSING ID Name Housing Comments Housing GM Response 34 Darnel Manu They should be affordable, safe and Council recognizes that the cost of additional rentals will impact our tenants. That is why secure. Our rates should be used to Council has supported them to assess the Government's Accommodation Supplement keep these upgraded. scheme to reduce the impact of the rental increases. Council Pensioner units have always been funded by the tenant and the decision has been to continue thi policy. IT is important to note that most of the rental increase will be funded from the Accomodation Supplement that most tenants will get if they are eligible.

39 Harry Lodge Yes - speak against rent proposals Council recognizes that the cost of additional rentals will impact our tenants. That is why Council has supported them to assess the Government's Accommodation Supplement scheme to reduce the impact of the rental increases

40 Mick Jones Phase in the improvements, and look Council recognizes that the cost of additional rentals will impact our tenants. That is why after the existing assets. Council has supported them to assess the Government's Accommodation Supplement scheme to reduce the impact of the rental increases

45 Rangi Tunupopo For Pacific, we do not have a high rate Council is working with a range of local and government agencies to see who social and of usage in the current housing. Would progressive housing options can be developed for those in our community that need like to develop concept of "infill" ie them. Discussions with our Pacific People have begun on this topic. building on to already established homes. 50 Christine Ngatai Th cost of living increases every year. Council recognizes that the cost of additional rentals will impact our tenants. That is why Not all pensioners are on good money. Council has supported them to assess the Government's Accommodation Supplement scheme to reduce the impact of the rental increases

52 Sharon Morgan Housing very reasonable in todays Council recognizes that the cost of additional rentals will impact our tenants. That is why market. Council has supported them to assess the Government's Accommodation Supplement scheme to reduce the impact of the rental increases

Page 20 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PENSIONER HOUSING ID Name Housing Comments Housing GM Response 62 South Waikato Grey Grey Power is very concerned at the Council recognizes that the cost of additional rentals will impact our tenants. That is why Power long-term lack of maintenance, Council has supported them to assess the Government's Accommodation Supplement particularly of the Kent Street pensioner scheme to reduce the impact of the rental increases. flats. Although the proposal to bring All units within the Kent Street portfolio have underfloor and ceiling insulation that meet them up to a new standard is welcome, the requirements specified in legislation. Any water ingress issues are treated with the lack of attention to regular reported urgency and Council are not currently aware of any water ingress at any unit within this maintenance needs has been complex. All tenants should be contacting Council via the main phone line to notify of disappointing. Lack of insulation and any issues, as they arise. The Property Team are in regular contact with tenants and water penetration are two serious issues encourage two way dialogue. reported. The situation is exacerbated by a lack of adherence to a Positive Ageing Strategy in the plan. A consultation group needs to be established that can ensure input into day-to-day decisions and monitor for public benefit the outcomes. Tokoroa has a signifcant elderly population and formal means for gaining input from this group is long overdue. 71 Linda Galbraith It's important that the work is done Council recognizes that the cost of additional rentals will impact our tenants. That is why quickly, but understand the implications Council has supported them to assess the Government's Accommodation Supplement of the rental increase on the tenants. scheme to reduce the impact of the rental increases. We have approached and are Could Council request MSD have a working with MSD. They have been clear that each tenant needs to apply for the specific person visit each tenant (along Accomodation Supplement themselves. Council staff will support this process as much with a Council rep) to discuss and as we possibly can. implement any supplement they're entitled to. It would be a nicer, more proactive approach than making tenants visit MSD, which can be daunting for many. 72 Kim De Thierry Be careful with our pensioners, some Council recognizes that the cost of additional rentals will impact our tenants. That is why have worked hard their whole lives for us Council has supported them to assess the Government's Accommodation Supplement to get to this place & they deserve our scheme to reduce the impact of the rental increases respect. We need to remember, one day all of us may end up there. Be fair & just & if something is broken there, then fix it

Page 21 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PENSIONER HOUSING ID Name Housing Comments Housing GM Response but don't be the cause of them becoming homeless.

77 Annita Tearetoa Pensioner Flats do not accommodate Council recognise that our Pensioner units are not ideal for our Pacific People. There is the typical Pacific Islands Family size. however a range of one and two bedroom units. Council is working with a range of local Pensioner flats only have 1 bedroom so and government agencies to see who social and progressive housing options can be do not support a younger family member developed for those in our community that need them. Discussions with our Pacific to live with older family member and People have begun on this topic. provide them care. 82 Akarere Henry It does not provide housing that meets Council recognise that our Pensioner units are not ideal for our Pacific People. Council is the needs of pacific. Previously funding working with a range of local and government agencies to see who social and was set aside for the development of a progressive housing options can be developed for those in our community that need codesign process for pacific but was not them. Discussions with our Pacific People have begun on this topic. followed through with for a number of reasons. However, the intent to provide a pacific housing solution should not be lost. 100 Desiree Morunga I think rent needs to increase in order to Although Council is not planning to increase its number of Pensioner Housing. Council generate revenue to maintain existing will continue to work with Kainga Ora, Housing and Urban Development and developers pensioner housing and be able to build to understand how it can increase the number of social housing within our District to more pensioner housing in the future. accommodate all needs. 106 Dave Morris Increase to market rates. Insure able Although Council is not planning to increase its number of Pensioner Housing. Council body pensioners only. will continue to work with Kainga Ora, Housing and Urban Development and developers to understand how it can increase the number of social housing within our District to accommodate all needs. Pensioner unit tenants should be able to live independently but Council recognises that there are limited accomodation options for some elderly people.

109 Doreen Parry As most things are only gareented for 5 Although Council is not planning to increase its number of Pensioner Housing. Council yrs Best to get some back before will continue to work with Kainga Ora, Housing and Urban Development and developers another outlay. to understand how it can increase the number of social housing within our District to accommodate all needs.

Page 22 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PENSIONER HOUSING ID Name Housing Comments Housing GM Response 110 Trish Priscott Rentals are subsidised by MSD. Council recognizes that the cost of additional rentals will impact our tenants. That is why Council has supported them to assess the Government's Accommodation Supplement scheme to reduce the impact of the rental increases

112 Dave Kay Look at borrowing? Build some more Although Council is not planning to increase its number of Pensioner Housing. Council units. Build on reserves as with will continue to work with Kainga Ora, Housing and Urban Development and developers Kindergarten St to understand how it can increase the number of social housing within our District to accommodate all needs. 121 Jill Seerden We need more pensioner housing - Although Council is not planning to increase its number of Pensioner Housing. Council maybe council land where privately will continue to work with Kainga Ora, Housing and Urban Development and developers owned units can be built & purchased. I to understand how it can increase the number of social housing within our District to probably won't be allegible for a accommodate all needs. pensioner unit even though I'm on my own, but I would love to downgrade to a unit from my 4 bedroom home. 124 Edna Simiana Need more housing or pensioners to Although Council is not planning to increase its number of Pensioner Housing. Council accomodate ageing population + will continue to work with Kainga Ora, Housing and Urban Development and developers minimise wait list. to understand how it can increase the number of social housing within our District to accommodate all needs. 127 Tuma Teao No place for island people Council recognise that our Pensioner units are not ideal for our Pacific People. Council is working with a range of local and government agencies to see who social and progressive housing options can be developed for those in our community that need them. Discussions with our Pacific People have begun on this topic.

137 Moana Tiaki We want development of Pacific Council recognise that our Pensioner units are not ideal for our Pacific People. Council is Development working with a range of local and government agencies to see who social and progressive housing options can be developed for those in our community that need them. Discussions with our Pacific People have begun on this topic.

Page 23 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PENSIONER HOUSING ID Name Housing Comments Housing GM Response 139 Daniel Atai Don't do any increase's Unfortuantely Counicl does need to fund theoperating cost an d future upgrades of Pensioer units to meet legislation. It is Council's policy to fund this through rentals. Council recognizes that the cost of additional rentals will impact our tenants. That is why Council has supported them to assess the Government's Accommodation Supplement scheme to reduce the impact of the rental increases

Page 24 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PUTARURU SKATEPARK ID Name Skate Comments Skate GM Response 57 Noeline Becker How many playgrounds do the youth There are two playgrounds available within Putāruru, Galway Crescent Playground and need. Overdale Road playgrounds, both of which are targeted towards younger children. The Skate Park will provide an important space for older children and youth to recreate within Putāruru. The concept of "play" has been shown to be vital in the physical and mental development of children and youth in the physical, emotional, social and cognitive skill areas. It is therefore important to Council that older children and youth are provided with the space and facilities to encourage active play for their overall wellbeing.

61 Oran Bennetto No Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

66 Ara Moeke Listen to the younger generation Council has already had significant feedback from Putaruru youth on this topic. Council choices. Are teenagers and kids will continue to work with them to plan the Skate Park. Your submission alongside other opinions always get pushed tp the side request and feedback will assist Council to design and build quality facility for the benefit and always have adults opinions that get of Putāruru and the wider community. accepted. More effort also goes into Tokoroa share some of that effort for us and Tirau 72 Kim De Thierry Did anyone ask the kids what they would Council has already had significant feedback from Putaruru youth on this topic. Council like? will continue to work with them to plan the Skate Park. Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

79 Shianne Saiers Well, our kids have been to it and Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and definitely not as good as Tokoroa so be build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. good to have something better for Putaruru. 84 Raewyn Whiteman- Having some of our youth involved in Council has already had significant feedback from Putaruru youth on this topic. Council Thorne planning is very positive will continue to work with them to plan the Skate Park. Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

Page 25 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PUTARURU SKATEPARK ID Name Skate Comments Skate GM Response 89 Pride In Putāruru We want to support the skatepark proposal and youth and others from the Putaruru youth hub being involved in discussions and the development of plans for the Bent st site refurbishment. 90 Shannon Atwill They already have a bowl & Arapuni Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and needs a pump cycle track so no to build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. Council will expanding their bowl. consider a pump track for Arapuni in future plans. The Reserve Management Plans had just been out for significant consultation. This idea could be introduced for future plans.

92 Sarah Flavall Having a lot of 'features' in a skate park Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and can make it cluttered and not flow. build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. Youth will be Engage a great designer early and let actively involved in finalising this project and using a great designer is hugely important. them bring peoples ideas into a coherent design rather than just a collection of 'features'. 94 Putāruru Youth Please make sure to allow the Tamariki, Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and Stacy Taylor and Myself to be a part of build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. Youth and other the process from the beginning. interested parties will be actively involved in finalising this project.

102 Mike Whiteman Although there is a small bowl existing in The surrounding residents and environment will certainly be taken into account during this area any significant planning and building of the Skate Park. The Skate Park has been and is being expansion/enhancement should take discussed as part of the Sports Hub collaboration project. Your submission alongside into account the adjacent residents and other request and feedback will assist Council to design and build quality facility for the facilities that exist now. Not all youth in benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. Youth will be actively involved in finalising Putaruru identify with the skating culture this project. so an improved bowl is only a part of thinking about engagement of youth in the town. Will there be any dialogue with the Sports Hub committee especially since the SWDC discounted any other locations? Once improvements have been planned and implemented there could then be increased discouragement/enforcement

Page 26 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PUTARURU SKATEPARK ID Name Skate Comments Skate GM Response of the current footpath/carpark/roadway use by skaters in line with notices about this around the CBD.

103 Kellie Chapman There needs to be sun protection and Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and facilities for all ages including build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. Youth will be supervising adults actively involved in finalising this project. 106 Dave Morris Security cameras, toilets and seating Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. Youth will be actively involved in finalising this project. 109 Doreen Parry Costs? Cost of projects. The estimated cost will be determined when the scope of works and design have been completed. A budget of $550,000 has been allowed for the project. Increased scope, past this level, will require external funding. This is already being considered.

PUTARURU SKATEPARK OPTION B COMMENTS ID Name Skate Comments Option B Skate GM Response Option B 4 Carol Hammond Seating, water fountain Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

25 Ann-jorun Hunter More facilities for younger kids on Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and scooters build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

Page 27 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PUTARURU SKATEPARK OPTION B COMMENTS ID Name Skate Comments Option B Skate GM Response Option B 28 Les Pinkerton Not sure ask the ones who use it Council is working closely with the youth and users of the facility to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. 37 Phil Parker Putaruru children and youth to work with Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and professional designer selected to design build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. concept plan for site, important to also engage via schools. 50 Christine Ngatai Ramps, grind poles. more concrete Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and areas. build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

52 Sharon Morgan Pump track for Putaruru & Tokoroa - Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and keep adding to enhance use build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

61 Oran Bennetto A pump track and roll in to box jump Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

66 Ara Moeke Smaller bowl for younger kids, ramps Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and and rails, Light above the park build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

71 Linda Galbraith Teri-Anne's crew has this sorted Council is working closely with the youth and users of the facility to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. 79 Shianne Saiers Bball court, track, not sure what else let Council is working closely with the youth and users of the facility to design and build the kids decide. quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. 84 Raewyn Whiteman- As much as I would prefer another Council is working closely with the youth and users of the facility to design and build Thorne location I agree the upgrade at Bent St is quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. the best choice at this time given the funds that are available and for the central location 92 Sarah Flavall Features need to be different to that in Council is working closely with the youth and users of the facility to design and build Tokoroa and other skateparks nearby to quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. Early indications are become an attraction in its own right. that the Skate Park will be very different to the Tokoroa one.

Page 28 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 PUTARURU SKATEPARK OPTION B COMMENTS ID Name Skate Comments Option B Skate GM Response Option B 93 Noema Purnell Street ramps, the bowl limits the use to Council is working closely with the youth and users of the facility to design and build older children. quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. 94 Putāruru Youth See Attached files. Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

102 Mike Whiteman Use the consultation process stated with Council is working closely with the youth and users of the facility to design and build this option. quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. 103 Kellie Chapman Larger facility to enable all ages to Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and participate with things like a pump track build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. and jumps 106 Dave Morris move location, features like Tokoroa Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community. The Bent Street location has been determined to be the best location for a range of safety, cost and practical reasons and is supported by the youth.

108 Janice Stobie Ramps, slalem? 1/2 basketball court. Your submission alongside other request and feedback will assist Council to design and lighting. seating. shelter. fencing. build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

138 Aaron Mutua Not interested Council is working closely with the youth and users of the facility to design and build quality facility for the benefit of Putāruru and the wider community.

Page 29 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 RATE RATIO CHANGES ID Name UAGC Comments UAGC GM Response 40 Mick Jones Comparisons are not appropriate given Year 1 of the LTP is based on the same valuation. The new district valuations come into the swings in revaluation cycles. play in Year 2 and beyond. From Year 2 comparisons are appropriate in that the UAGC percentage was adjusted back to take into account the change in the relative valuations of rural versus urban properties. Without the proposed change in the UAGC percentage rural rates would have risen hugely and rural rates would, in some situations, have fallen. Changing the UAGC is the only sensible way of ensuring rates relativities are reasonable consistent between groups of ratepayers

64 Lynda Daniel Love the bubbles, in the spa pool 71 Linda Galbraith Be stricter with contractors and staff to Council has strong contract management processes and does its best to manage ensure issues either don't arise or are contractors and costs. dealt with promptly and properly so ratepayers feel they're getting value for their rates. More efficient planning, monitoring and follow up strategies required. 72 Kim De Thierry No one likes rate increases, as I see it, if A share of the general rates that Council collects is based on capital value which is you have a scenic view your rates are detremined by an external valuation company. Thereforethe higher the value fo the higher. Is that right? My home comes in proeprty the higher the level of general rates paid. Council has had a lot of positive under urban & the weekly ratio looks feedback frm Police and the Tirau community that CCTV cameras in Tirau are very expensive, yet inevitable. So can we important to support a safe community. Your comments regarding the dog park will be take wasteful expenses off the table like considered. the camera's for Tirau are a waste of rate payers money, & as for Patatere domain becoming a dog park is not what I would throw money at just because it's there. People in Tirau don't go there because it's out of the way, not to mention, dangerous just to walk there. Put your water treatment there, or is it Maoriland?

Page 30 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 RATE RATIO CHANGES ID Name UAGC Comments UAGC GM Response 83 John Ghent None of the above - see attached Council endeavours to express its rates increases and other information in terms that document people will understand. We recognise this may not always suit all people. The LTP Consultation Document has received very postive feedback from our community and external reviewers 90 Shannon Atwill The values of houses is going to be The increase in valuation of properties does not mean the Council receives more rates. huge increase. So you will be receiving Council only collects enough rates to cover the programmed expendtiure in the plan. considerable more income as a result. What happens as valuations change is that the share of rates paid my different Our rate ratio has to come down as a properties change. This is why the UAGC percentage is used to try to reduce the impact result. of this. 108 Janice Stobie increases in income will continue. Increases in no of residents potentially will continue 140 Trevor Mein No change in UAGC. What will Council The change in the UAGC percentage redistributes rates from general rates calculated on reduce funding for, or not fund, if the valuation and general rates - uniform charge which is the same for all ratepayers. The UAGC rate is reduced. Will additional total rates do not change. The UAGC percentage is changed to try to reduce the impact targeted rates be required to fund of wide percentage increases in rates between different ratepayer groups. services like emergency management, the Plaza, or charging more at the events centre, or increasing existing targeted rates. The GR has recently been 15% higher than the rate last year. It would seem that this rate is adjustable to balance the total rate take, those that have higher value homes may have experienced a lower percentage increase in the valuation of their homes, but I am sure the additional dollar value would be higher than those with lower value homes. With a higher GR would this not be an opportune time to adjust the GR to reap the benefits of the increased valuations.

Page 31 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 TREASURY MANAGEMENT POLICY ID Name Treasury Management Treasury Management GM Response Comment 90 Shannon Atwill More to be spent in Arapuni. Council would be happy to receive your submissions and thoughts on what activities or services you would like to have funding spent on. POSTPONEMENT OF RATES POLICY ID Name Postponement Comment Postponements GM Response 16 Brian Gilliland I do resent the implied racism in this. Council is sorry you have taken offence. There is no racism intended. 108 Janice Stobie changes = two ticks SIGNIFICANCE AND ENGAGEMENT POLICY ID Name Significance Engagement Significance Engagement GM Response Comment 40 Mick Jones Priority should (must) be on maintaining Council will always prioritise the maintenance of the activities it undertakes but needs to existing basic services, not "nice to plan and implement strategies for a changing community and changing world haves" 47 Arapuni Village See attached doc Community Association 94 Putāruru Youth Engaging with Putaruru you need to Council has changes its approach to engagement and is continuing to enhance this engage with the people whom are vital process. It will continue to work with Pride in Putaruru, the Sports Hub Colaboration, members of the community. The youth and anyone else that has an increase in working with Council. We look forward to coaches, more of the youth, the discussing this more with you. teachers, the volunteers, the small business owners and make sure this is being done thoroughly. 108 Janice Stobie changes = two ticks REMISSION AND POSTPONEMENT OF RATES ON MAORI FREEHOLD LAND POLICY

Page 32 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ID Name Remission & Postponement Remission & Postponement Rates Maori Freehold Land GM Rates Maori Freehold Land Response Comment 26 Colin Campbell This should not be happening 2021 Our district has very little Maori land so this is not a significant issue. The policy outlined is one that is standard and appropriate practice in New Zealand.

REVENUE AND FINANCE POLICY ID Name Revenue and Finance Revenue and Finance GM Response Comment 90 Shannon Atwill More to be spent in Arapuni. FUNDING RATIOS ID Name Funding Ratios Comments Funding Ratios GM Response 10 Matthew Beveridge The level of rates based funding for Although a 50/50 split could be perceived to be equitable it would increase our fees to a cemeteries should not be increased to value that is significantly higher than neighbouring cemeteries and would be difficult for 78%. I would support a 50/50 funding our community to afford. split. 19 Raukawa Charitable I wish to understand why TCOSS Council lease the TCOSS building from the Waikato DHB. The rent collected from Trust receive rate payer funding? What does building users does not cover the total cost of leasing the building so Council provide TCOSS provide that any other local rate funding to cover the deficit. Our Community and Corporate Group are working with provider doesn't or couldn't provide for TCOSS to see how this facility service will be provided in the future. which they are entitled to rate payer funding? 40 Mick Jones The shift in funding ratios away from It is always a trade off between rates and user pays. Council balance the 'public good' of "user pays" is excessive given the the service provided with the 'personal benefit' received by the individual user. Where planned rate increases. the rate funding is high Council believe that the public good and the affordability of the service requires a higher rating input 57 Noeline Becker To much emphasis on youth Council tries to have a balanced view of where it looks to maintain and develop services. Youth are important part of our community as are other age groups

72 Kim De Thierry I always do....but you have covered These are existing policies and changes are noted in the consultation document. everything whether I like it or not, but the Updating policies is undertaken by Council staff so does not have an external cost. path forward could be fixed on roads as well & putting the trees back. How many of these new policies cancel out the old

Page 33 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ones? Was there a cost to these? I wanted to speak to all of these policies but wouldn't load properly..

108 Janice Stobie This is obviously where the annual rates It is always a trade off between rates and user pays. Council balance the 'public good' of increases come to the party the service provided with the 'personal benefit' received by the individual user. Where the rate funding is high Council believe that the public good and the affordability of the service requires a higher rating input DEVELOPMENT CONTRIBUTIONS POLICY ID Name Development Contributions Development Contributions Policy GM Response Policy Comments 26 Colin Campbell Charge full price, discount no-one. Council charges the full DC for development in Putāruru. Elsewhere in the district FC are charged. Currently Council discount the total FC to a similar total as would be payable under DC. This is done to encourage development. 90 Shannon Atwill More to be spent in Arapuni. I have put Council has recently completed it full consultation of Reserve Management Plans. my thoughts in the ltp below but in short, Projects identified in the Reserve Management Plans were include in the draft LTP. pump track is a must, walkway to carry There is however an opportunity to feed these ideas into the Arapuni Concept Plan that on to powerhouse rd is also a must. is currently being finalise (Gordon is this Okay?) FEES & CHARGES ID Name Fees & Charges Comments Fees & Charges GM response 9 Deb Knowles PLEASE DO NOT PUT OUR RATES Council has funding challenges and must balance between being financial prudent while UP! Low socioeconomic area for most of creating a environment that will benefit all members of its community. us little people. Feel free to put up for home owners of over one million maybe BUT the rest of us struggle! 10 Matthew Beveridge Bond charges for TMSG buildings Bonds are set based on the risk associated with the event being hosted. Bond values should be uniform, not based on who is have been set based on previous cost of damages caused by previous events. The bond making use of the facilities and for what is fully refundable where no damage is caused. end.

Page 34 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 16 Brian Gilliland The proposed $15 charge on CC The new rubbish and recycling service using wheelie bins are safer and will require payments is absolutely outrageous. fewer staff inputs and will result in a lower cost recycling service. Any road surface Even the banks don't have that audacity. damage should be reported to Council via a service request for further action. Any increase in waste disposal charges Although shown under a heading for credit card payments, this is not a fee added to all will lead to increased illegal dumping. I payments made by credit card. It is a fee that may be charged to cover administration applaud the use of wheelie bins but the costs where customers request to be invoiced for low value amounts that are not implementation should actually create a normally invoiced and would normally be paid at time of purchase. Payment of the drop in costs provided that automated invoice might be by credit card or other means. The fee would not apply to payment of emptying devices are used to minimize rates as these are already invoiced. handling costs. Unfortunately since the implementation of recycling the 2 man 1 truck collection system has become a five man three truck expensive system benefitting the recylcing industry. I our cul de sac damage to road services by dual axle trucks is very evident as is the rather timorous resultant patching . 26 Colin Campbell Raise them all at once and ensure dog Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges fines are raised the most as they are the The purpose of the impound fee increase is to better align the actual cost of impounding number one trouble. dogs. This will reduce the shortfall paid by other owners and ratepayers. The proposed fees also align with fines for roaming dogs that are set by central government for dogs that are not impounded. 28 Les Pinkerton How can increasing inpound fees help. Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges People already leave their dogs in pound The purpose of the impound fee increase is to better align the actual cost of impounding to get put down. Green waste fixed dogs. This will reduce the shortfall paid by other owners and ratepayers. The proposed charges area better idea. Green waste is fees also align with fines for roaming dogs that are set by central government for dogs better for landfull rather than household that are not impounded. waste.

Page 35 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 35 Shiree Marshall Do you expect an increase in the volume Most residential waste is currently disposed via the prepaid green bags, while a of rubbish that needs to be disposed to significant volume of waste is taken to the transfer station. Unfortunately, some waste is the transfer station with the introduction illegally disposed of via fly tipping or is accumulated on site. Having prepaid wheelie bins of the new wheelie bins? I could see it for refuse disposal, is likely to result in a greater volume of waste being disposed at the being easier for people to dispose of kerbside and less waste being taken to the transfers station. Similarly, there should be a items when they have a readily available corresponding reduction in illegally fly tipped and accumulated waste on site. While there receptacle. Do you think there would will be an increase in cost to process this waste and dispose of it there should be a therefore be an increased cost to move it reduction in the cost of dealing with fly tipped waste. We believe that the overall cost to (both from the bins to the transfer station the community would be no greater than the historical cost of waste management. and from the transfer station out of the community)?

40 Mick Jones Greenwaste charges will need clear The guidelines for what is considered greenwaste are clearly outlined at each transfer guidelines (pictures of trailers etc) at the station. The recycling kerbside collection is now included with the rubbish collection rate, kiosk. What happened to the targetted there is a general rate for recycling transport and processing that applied district wide. "recycling" charge? 47 Arapuni Village No Following consultation on the Arapuni Community Plan, specific deliverables and Community timeframes will be confirmed. Association The activities with the parks and reserves area were confirmed following the recent Reserve Management Plan consultation and submission process. The projects you refer to have had a lot of support. Issues regarding the Arapuni Hall including the access ramp are being worked through with the Arapuni Hall committee. All upgrades to the Arapuni Hall are funded from rates collected for the Hall Committee Fund, which is a targeted rate. Council continues to advocate on behalf of the Arapuni Community for improved WIFI coverage An investigation into speed management options for the village has commenced, and will report to Council when the assessment has been completed

50 Christine Ngatai Pools - why are these fees been taken Council had decided that, to encourage spectators to support children, that spectators away?! Spectators & preschoolers make would get in free. up alot of customer intake. with all costs going up why not leave it as is 51 Len Wilson Leave pools fees as are There is a potential for Council to change its pool fees back to the level they were previously charged.

Page 36 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 52 Sharon Morgan Pools - leave spectator and pre-school There is a potential for Council to change its pool fees back to the level they were ffees as is. Its only 50c. leave other previously charged. entries fees ie adults snrs as is even for another year with all other charges (rates) being raised coming out of same peoples pockets. 54 Bev Manu leaves Fees & charges alone 50c in There is a potential for Council to change its pool fees back to the level they were minimal and as a spectator I dont mind previously charged. 55 Yvonne Keir No change keep charges the same. Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges. 56 Monty Puke Leave entry fees the same Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges. 57 Noeline Becker Leave charges as is Leave senior fees Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges. alone 71 Linda Galbraith Credit card surcharge - can understand Although shown under a heading for credit card payments, this is not a fee added to all why but suggest a LOT of payments made by credit card. It is a fee that may be charged to cover administration notification/warning/education at the costs where customers request to be invoiced for low value amounts that are not beginning of a purchase so people don't normally invoiced and would normally be paid at time of purchase. Payment of the get caught out. Green waste - is our invoice might be by credit card or other means. The fee would not apply to payment of green waste composted and used or rates as these are already invoiced. sold to public? Greenwaste is processed by MyNoke into compost and sold to the public.

72 Kim De Thierry Always.....I hate fees & charges, but it is Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges necessary to get stuff done, the gears The ponds with lids you are referring to that are suspected of emitting odour are owned that make a clock work, are hidden and operated by Fonterra. Odour concerns should be reported to the Waikato Region behind it's pretty face. It makes a town Council on 080000 ???? can we provide phone number shine please don't dump stuff in our towns just because you can. Take it outside the town, hidden & environmentally friendly because your ponds in Tirau stink when the lids are off & burns our eyes & throats. Who pays that price? The people who live in Tirau do. The school, the CBD, visitors etc

Page 37 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 90 Shannon Atwill We will be paying a lot more in rates Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges going forward because of the very large Increasing property values do not result in an increase in average rates or the total increase in house prices on top of the amount of rates Council collects, however changing property values can impact some 7.7 percent increase next year & huge properties more than others. Council is proposing to reduce the Uniform Annual General increases every year it’s not fear or Charge component in rates to minimise the impact of increasing house values. practical 100 Desiree Morunga happy with pools spectator and There has been no change to the junior overdue fees proposed for the next three years preschool fees removed. Can you look which is set at $0.10/day. While the fee is low it is used to encourage borrowers to return into removing overdues charges in junior items. The libraries have a limited supply and want to ensure that all juniors have an material in libraries? families get upto opportunity to borrow and return in a timely manner. 15-20 items per visit and if they are late two or three days it can all add up. Just a suggestion to look into. 107 Elsie Monahan TCOSS rate payer contribution far too Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges. high I would expect user groups to The proposed increase is to offset the decreasing revenue from rental on rooms. Council double contribution will continue to work with the Waikato DHB and users to balance fees and maximize utilization. 108 Janice Stobie proposed changes across Fees & Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges Charges look to be sensible 124 Edna Simiana Disagree with proposed increased dog Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges service impound fees. Way too The purpose of the impound fee increase is to better align the actual cost of impounding expensive. Dog lovers who want be able dogs. This will reduce the shortfall paid by other owners and ratepayers. The proposed to afford fees loosing dogs to fees also align with fines for roaming dogs that are set by central government for dogs euthanisation. agree to small increase that are not impounded. only. 140 Trevor Mein I would like animal control 100% user Thank you for your feedback on the proposed Fees and Charges. There is always a fee balance in terms of user fees and rates. It is important that fees are kept affordable and in line with other Councils. 100% user charges is likely to result in unpaid fees and unregistered dogs. Council is required to provide a dog registration and impounding service and provides education to the public on dog safety, costs of which are appropriate to be shared by all ratepayers.

Page 38 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 5 Stephen Mead I don't use the tokoroa pools, I go to Thank you for taking the time to read the Long Term Plan and we hope that you continue matamata to use the hot pools on cold to provide insight into council's activities. days, I don't use the tokoroa library, I don't use the putaruru skate park, I rent a flat so the rates issue doesn't apply to me. 7 Simon Atkins Is it possible to have more landscaping / You have raised a few good suggestion which will be added to the Tīrau Concept Plan street features in Tirau, planter boxes and prioritised alongside other projects as part of this project. and bench seats etc. Are edible gardens an option? We have a community pantry here which is a good initiative, especially for those in need. Could be topped up by vege gardens on Council reserve etc.. I'm sure there would be volunteers. 9 Deb Knowles PLEASE do not keep building new The old Honda Shop in Putaruru is not owned by Council. Council has a programme to things - fix up the older buildings/things maintain its building and looking at a rationalization process for buildings to ensure all so they look more attractive. EG: old Council buildings are well utilized. building SH1 Putaruru, opposite Over the Moon... 11 Masaya Jansen Hello, regarding to the LTP I see nothin Throughout the LTP period Council intends to clear willow from stream areas within gn about native trees and birds and I reserves and plant these areas with NZ native species to help prevent erosion of stream wish for tokoroa to be a haven for birds banks and increase bio diversity. This will also include planting flowering NZ native so I don’t have to move to see them. species that will attract native bird life. Council will also continue to plant specimen NZ Here is a simple but beneficial change if native trees within reserves, where suitable. Due to the size that many NZ Native tree planting then chose a native alternative. species can grow naturally Council has to be careful in regards to planting native tree There is a very little amount of native groves due to the space required within a reserve and to not hinder providing adequate birds in Tokoroa and I wish for there to visibility within reserves for peoples safety. Only a few NZ native tree species are be more trees to entice them back I only suitable for planting within street berms that will not cause visibility issues for resident’s see native birds in winter/spring when backing out of driveways due to their natural growth habit or cause excessive shade trees flower, and I have been told of the when they reach mature height, hence exotic species are favoured, including flowering history of the native bush that once species that also attract native /non-native bird life. surrounded tokoroa and there used to be an abundance of native birds but now I have to travel to see a Tui a common native birds where areas like Wellington even have Saddleback, Rifleman and

Page 39 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response kakariki in their yards and all I see is sparrows, I have identified robins in cougar park so we can entice them back if we keep planting natives and natives only. thank you

12 Barbara Richardson Horahora Road speedlimit. Currently it is A safety audit of this strech of road is being undertaken. When the assessment has been 100kmph. There is a large volume of completed it will be reported to Council, and any required action will be prioritised at that traffic and large trucks. Many cars time. overtake on the long flat stretch. well exceeding the speed limit. It dangerous. I would like the speed limit dropped to 80kmph and double yellow lines. I live at 311 Horahora Rd. 16 Brian Gilliland You quote 7% rates rises and support An increase in the District Valuation of properties does not increase Council's total rates these as inconsequential by providing collected. It just redistributes the cost of rates based. Council have adjusted the UAGC fictitious, even insulting comparisons. percentage to help reduce the impact of these valuation changes. Council understands The reality is that the gross rise in CV is that communities have challenges and that there is a balance between being financial of no value at all to the home owner but prudent while creating a environment that will benefit all members of its community. does provide a smoke screened Council is legally tasked to fulfill certain obligations and the manner in which funds are unconscionable rate windfall to Council collected is legally determined. at a unreasonable burden to a ratepayer at a time of grocery, and other rises of around 15 to 30% over recent months, a time of no rate relief or pension increase to offset this This is totally demeaning..

Page 40 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 17 Anne Buckley I would like to see the long term plan Three years ago, Council completed stormwater modelling and investigations of storm around the open storm drains in water services within the urban areas of Putāruru. This work was undertaken as part of Tokoroa, I believe the open storm drains the Putāruru Growth Planning. Significant stormwater improvements were identified for have been forgotten about, yet are an Putāruru and funding for these upgrades was added into the draft 2021 LTP. intrigral part of the storm water Over the last two-years Council has undertaken stormwater modelling and investigations infrastruture and have in the past been of storm water services within the urban areas of Tokoroa, and Tīrau. The analysis of neglected with no ongoing maintenance stormwater improvements for Tokoroa and Tīrau will be completed over the next six- schedule in place or remedial options months, which will allow Council to add these upgrades into the draft 2022/23 Annual looked at to prevent flooding and loss to Plan. our properties. In particular the ones Council has significantly increased its operation budget for stormwater maintenance. that go through private urban properties Further increases in stormwater maintenance budgets are included in the draft LTP. To such as the one that goes through my ensure maintenance work is undertaken in a robust and proactive manner a four-year property in Dalmeny Street. The drain maintenance contract for stormwater maintenance was awarded at the start of this is overflowing in short heavy rain, there financial year. We expect to increase in focus on our stormwater systems. IT is important needs to be another solution added to note that residents should not build structures or fences in the stormwater overland whether that be a 2nd drain under baird flow systems like the one at the bottom of your section. road, and work needed to support the edges of the drain as I have lost a substantial amount of my property and vegetation, and suffered undermining of my section. There needs to be a long term maintenance plan as maintenance has not been occurring in the open drain in theyears I've been here. I have lost vegetation, land and my property is being contaminated. I get no rate relief or dispensation for the land I am unable to use due to flooding and contamination.

Page 41 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 19 Maria Te Kanawa Very happy to see the Te Waihou co- 1. Your support of the Te Waihou co- management plan is noted. Council believes with management activities budget. This will the support, partnerships and input from our key stakeholders the co-management plan support the exciting project we have will help take care for this special taonga. ahead of us, of which both Raukawa and 2. Tokoroa CBD upgrade project will enable Council to investigate and implement with SWDC have already invested time and our communities an outcome which will benefit our communities and increase the resource into. The Tokoroa CBD Stage vibrancy of Tokoroa. It is time to shape the rest of the town, so that it can be included in upgrades for $404k, what does this the upcoming District Plan Change. involve? Maraetai Road intermodel 3. Maraetai Road project is the development of an industrial park. The location is critical business park development $5.7m, what as it will provide rail transport with the extension of the rail siding. The development of does this involve? Should the waterpark the park includes external funding and will support the opportunity to attract businesses anchor features be in year 1? and in turn employment to the District. 4. While the intent is to progress the project this year, the waterpark anchor feature is dependent on external funding.

20 Tokoroa Netball We have four netball courts which some Council is aware of the cracking issues in the court areas and has arranged for a Centre years ago where resurfaced with green condition assessment. material. A few of these courts are now showing signs of disrepair, names courts The investigation completed on 3 May 2021 has confirmed that remediation crack repair 3 & 4. To the point where cracks have to the surrounding concreted areas is urgently required. lifted up and are actually trip hazards, especially for those who are playing, but Also due to the significant amount of wear all five rubber surfaced courts need to be also for the spectators. We do like the resurfaced. new park/reserve area though it is a lovely area now. Council will therefore add $68,000 to fund this renewal work in Year 1 of the LTP (2021/22). This work will need to be loan funded.

Since some renewal work has been brought forward the current $95,000 set aside for complete renewal of artificial courts in Year 9 of the 2021-31 LTP to be reduced to $70,000 accordingly.

We are pleased to hear the Netball Club is enjoying the entranceway area that was recently completed.

Page 42 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 25 Ann-jorun Hunter It would be good to have longer opening Council believes the hours of operation for the Tīrau recycling facility are appropriate. hours at tirau recycling drop off This service is in addition to the fortnightly kerbside recycling collection within the urban areas. The opening hours of Council's recycling facilities are reviewed periodically and can be amended when required but no change in hours is recommended at this time.

26 Colin Campbell Why are there no plans for any new Although Council is not planning to increase its number of Pensioner Housing. Council pensioner housing in the LTP. Is there will continue to work with Kainga Ora, Housing and Urban Development and developers any plans to increase the number of to understand how it can increase the number of social housing within our District to units/properties? accommodate all needs. 28 Les Pinkerton Get rid of that shit hole island at bottom Council intends to remove the willows from the island and surrounds and replant with of spillway at Lake Moananui Get a more appropriate species, the island will remain. decent roading company Downers The current road contract is up for public tendering within 12 months. Tokoroa are pathetic. Tok Lake get rid of island at bottom of spillway. It is a bloody eye saw. 31 Erin Sherman Yes I’d like to see dates and measurable 1. Following consultation on the Arapuni Community Plan, specific deliverables and comments from the council around the timeframes will be confirmed. Arapuni residents plan and what and 2. An investigation into speed management options for the village has comenced, and how they will be achieved. My concerns will report to Council when the assessment has been completed. are the speed traffic go through this 3. Letter have been sent to property owners with hedges which are overhanging onto the village, as mentioned above our many footpaths requesting the property owners to trim back their hedges. inaccessible footpaths, also the fact that 4. Staff are investigating options for wheelchair access to the Hall and will report back on our Hall is not assessable to wheelchairs options. or anyone who can’t use stairs, plus as a 5. An off-leash area for Arapuni is being investigated. community with a high number of dogs, we have no off leash safe area. Our current dog park is pioneer park. That is surround by pioneer crescent with no fencing. And the children’s playground is in the middle. So it’s not safe for dogs or children.

Page 43 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 35 Shiree Marshall No one likes paying extra for anything, Council understand that communities have challenges and that there is a balance but it is a necessary part of life. I do feel between being financial prudent while creating a environment that will benefit all for the low income earners though that members of its community. Your understanding of this matter is appreciated. will struggle with some of the increases. I think the LTP has covered a wide variety of items that the community uses. You can't please everyone. Keep up the good work. 38 Jahmarley Phillips Need a fenced dog park During the Reserve Management Plan review public engagement process undertaken in 2020 the public expressed their desire for fenced dog parks. These were therefore included within the 2021-31 LTP for Tokoroa (2024), Putaruru (2025) and Tirau (2026).

39 Harry Lodge Preference to speak in the morning. 40 Mick Jones p28 Questions on a number of proposed 1. This number is correct to the programme of work required to provide a durable and works; 1) 640K stormwater (misprint?), sustainable infrastructure for our communities. 2) 302k Te Waihou co management 2. The figures provide includes both operating and capital expenditure. opex or capex?, 3) 460k Putaruru 3. This is a targeted amount to part fund the project. Details of the design will be waterpark details. Finally - the proposed dependent any additional funding sourced by other funders. rates increases year on year are simply 4. Council has made the assumptions that the three waters will remain with Council as un sustainable as Council should be adviced by Central Government. Although Council is aware this is unlikely, the future is planning on losing the three waters, and to uncertain to be able to determine any alternative assumption. being amalgamated within the next three electoral cycles.

Page 44 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 41 Tīrau Domain Action The Reserve Management Plans and The programming of projects within the 2021-31 LTP were defined with a view to spread Group LTP funding proposed are causing us costs over the ten-year period wherever possible to keep rates to a minimum. Years 1-4 concern. We believe that the Tīrau have several high priority projects which therefore means a projected higher increase in Domain Upgrade scope will not be rates compared to years 5-10. delivered seamlessly and the community Council acknowledges the importance to the Tīrau community to see the development of will be waiting on these items for over a Tīrau Domain continue with facilities being installed as quickly as possible, and will year and reduce community buy in to the consider the feasibility of bringing the 2022 funding within the LTP forward to the 2021 project: The delay in providing the year to ensure the development continues in a consecutive manner. Toilet, Playground, Multi-use hardstand To confirm, the capex works planned in the current 2020-21 Financial Year is to (e.g. for markets), and the Carpark complete instalment of the Priority A and B elements from the engagement document extension is disappointing. We believe scope, being: this disadvantages the Tīrau community • Entrance including bridge connecting walkway and Council should consider bringing • Carpark forward funding from 2022-23 (Year 2 of • Multi-use field the proposed LTP) into 2021-22 (Year • Border path 1).” The completion of the bridge over • Botanical walk the Oraka Stream next summer is In addition there is the potential to move the playground renewal funding for Kauri Street welcome and we want out community to playground equipment (in year 1) to the Tīrau Domain upgrades. enjoy these facilities as soon as possible. Extra funding may also be necessary to provide paths to connect the bridge to the existing track and complete this aspect of the project

Page 45 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 46 Mark Brawn Why has the council completely ignored The aim of the concept plan is to help delivery the Long Term Plan. The concept plan is the Arapuni Concept Plan that was a community driven document and needs to start earlier to inform the LTP. The plan drafted and submitted to the council last identifies communities needs and prioritise over three year in alignment with the LTP. year? (And how can your token gesture Staff have worked with Trish Murray on behalf of AVCA and have installed a picnic table of a shelter/bbq possibly cost $74,000!) within Pioneer Reserve in 2018 with an intention to further add a barbeque unit The Arapuni Concept plan was put alongside at some point. The cost of the barbeque unit and shelter are based on pricing together with consultation with the local provided by suppliers, which includes an barbeque unit, concrete pad and a medium community and you've sat on it for over sized shelter positioned overhead constructed of steel posts with colour steel roof that a year. Not one request has been has been installed in other reserves which provide ease of cleaning and are less prone included. And now at the eleventh hour to damage through vandalism. you force us all to comment here with almost no time to galvanise our responses. I can see how you got away with ignoring the last Arapuni Concept Plan now. 47 Arapuni Village While we appreciate the effort that has The aim of the concept plan is to help delivery the Long Term Plan. The concept plan is Community gone into the draft LTP, and the a community driven document and needs to start earlier to inform the LTP. The plan Association necessity of essential services, identifies communities needs and prioritise over three year in alignment with the LTP. infrastructure upgrades and district wide planning, the Arapuni Village Community Association (AVCA) feels that key areas for improvement identified by our community and clearly documented in the draft Concept Plan have not been fed into the draft LTP. The SWDC’s Engagement Team have met with us and sought our feedback for ideas through community meetings, and the LTP states this feedback has helped develop the direction of the plan (page 3), however we are struggling to see evidence of this. Please see the attached word document for a more detailed breakdown of our concerns.

Page 46 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 52 Sharon Morgan This fee of 50c is affordable for all Like the Fees for Waste / Rubbish. Hall hireage fine. 55 Yvonne Keir Uncomfortable with unisex change Your thoughts and feedback on public toilets are much appreciated and will be rooms. Add on more family rooms. considered as part of the final design 57 Noeline Becker What about more seating in shopping Additional seating has gone into Leith Place to support the Leith Place upgrade. area for the elderly Appropriate seating within the CBDs will be considered as Council works with communities in implementing its Concept Plans. 59 NZ Memorial Museum I would like to make the attached Council has decided to fund or not fund this project. Trust – Le Quesnoy uploaded submission to SWDC's LTP 60 Bob Tiaki No 62 South Waikato Grey Most councils have a Positive Ageing All our council planning takes into account the needs of all our users. Council values Power Strategy in place. South Waikato has input into our Long Term Plan and Concept plans from all our users. Our Community and more reason than most to implement Engagement team is happy to engage with any groups to develop these plans. one

Page 47 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 63 Tirau Community 1) Funding for the Domain in Tirau The programming of projects within the 2021-31 LTP were defined with a view to spread Board 2) The TCB would like the council to costs over the ten-year period wherever possible to keep rates to a minimum. Years 1-4 seriously look at installing another public have several high priority projects which therefore means a projected higher increase in toilet at the Hillcrest street site, this is rates compared to years 5-10. needed as the lines for the single toilet Council acknowledges the importance to the Tīrau community to see the development of can be very long Tīrau Domain continue with facilities being installed as quickly as possible, and will consider the feasibility of bringing the 2022 funding within the LTP forward to the 2021 year to ensure the development continues in a consecutive manner. To confirm, the capex works planned in the current 2020-21 Financial Year is to complete instalment of the Priority A and B elements from the engagement document scope, being: • Entrance including bridge connecting walkway • Carpark • Multi-use field • Border path • Botanical walk In addition there is the potential to reallocated the playground renewal funding for Kauri Street playground equipment into year 1 of the Tīrau Domain upgrades. Your request for a second toilet opposite the shops in Hillcrest, Tīrau, has been investigated. The quotes received to provide the second toilet is $180,000, plus a further cost of $100,000 to upgrade the wastewater pipes. The current Outhouse is located on leased land, and is road facing, and consequently will not be as visible at the current site. Council will add this second toilet into year 5 of the LTP, with $280K funded via loans. This work could be added into Year 5 of the LTP.

72 Kim De Thierry Sure, remember the platform you have Council thanks you for your support. been given is for a reason & you are there for a season. Do great things with your time there & God bless you & prosper you throughout your term. Thank you for your services Kim

Page 48 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 73 Te Waka - Waikato As noted in attached document Council, as recognised by Te Waka, has made significant investments into economic Regional Economic development, marketing and visitor service provision over the last 3 years. Working Development Agency closely with the South Waikato Investment Fund Trust our collective resourcing and investment is achieving a significant ROI for our community. We look forward to shaping a shared partnership approach to regional economic development with Te Waka during this LTP period. We are open to discussions on additional investment into Te Waka, where a strong and coherent argument is made that this will deliver additionality, in terms of work streams, programmes and outcomes. 74 Janice Abo Ganis The projects outlined in the plan for The aim of the concept plan is to help delivery the Long Term Plan. The concept plan is Arapuni do not adequately reflect a community driven document and needs to start earlier to inform the LTP. The plan community wishes as per our identifies communities needs and prioritise over three year in alignment with the LTP. submission. 75 Pokaiwhenua long term funding for the Pokaiwhenua Council could contribute $10,000 (rate funded) to assist in the environmental, ecological Catchment Group Catchment and biodiversity report by professionals to establish just what is in the catchment, to evaluate exactly what is involved in the catchment from the lake to the Pokaiwhenua source, the points of special interest and what lies between these.

76 Wayne Dickson Subdivision and infill housing The current provisions in the District Plan are largely similar to those that have applied since 1998. Some infill now requires resource consent that did not previously, but that consent is precluded from notification or considering affected persons. This was to ensure that appropriate quality living environments resulted from higher density developments. The District Plan provides for residential development in the residential zones of the three major towns with the following provisions: - Land use 1 dwelling per 450m2 net site area up to 2 dwellings per single title – Permitted Activity (no resource consent required) Dwellings with a net site area of between 300m2 – 450m2 net site area – Restricted Discretionary Activity (resource consent required, non-notified and no affected persons) More than 3 dwellings per site – Discretionary Activity (resource consent required, assessment for notification and affected persons required) Dwellings at a density of less than 1 per 300m2 net site area – Non-Complying Activity (resource consent required, assessment for notification and affected persons required) Caravans are not permitted to be used as dwellings in the residential zone, but cabins are already provided for, particularly when used as sleepouts and un-serviced. - Subdivision The subdivision provisions are similar except that all subdivision requires resource consent as at least a Controlled Activity (450m2 net site area) and that ‘greenfield development’

Page 49 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response requires a 600m2 net site area average. The density provisions are in place, along with outdoor living area, solar access and yard setbacks, to ensure quality living environments and infrastructure management purposes, not just maximum possible dwelling yield. Poorly designed and located higher density developments can exacerbate social problems rather than resolve them in the long term and lock these poor outcomes in for generations. The provisions from the Horowhenua District Plan (Levin example) are not permitted activities, requires resource consent to achieve that density and the higher density area relate only to specified and carefully considered areas and not across the entire residential zone. The provisions also have tailored performance standards to ensure poor outcomes do not occur. I note this plan also deems more than 2 dwellings per site a Discretionary Activity. The District Plan already uses a 40% site coverage provision in conjunction with site areas demonstrated above. Determining development density by using site coverage alone is less desirable as there is little certainty provided for neighbours and developers and can result in perverse amenity outcomes. Councils who use this approach, including Taupo District Council, are reviewing its use as a tool. Staff regularly process applications for intensification down to 300m2 net site area, with the limiting factor appears to be willing landowners to undertake intensification as opposed to issues with rule settings. The quality of outcomes is variable. Planning staff do receive enquiries for developments at densities below 1 dwelling per 300m2 of net site. No applications for substantial departures from this have been received. Medium density options are amongst the matters including yield, density and supply that are required to be reviewed with the District Plan in order to give effect to the National Policy Statement for Urban Development 2020. 77 Annita Tearetoa Funding for a Pacific specific hub - Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept somewhere where members of one of of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a the largest ethnic groups in this plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and community can call their own, hold partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this functions of any sort, pasifika services concept. We look forward to working together with our community on this. can be provided to families in and from this space.

Page 50 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 78 Hamilton & Waikato Maintain funding for Hamilton & Waikato Regarding Council’s proposal to remove funding for Hamilton & Waikato Tourism it is Tourism Tourism to ensure South Waikato important to understand Council’s intentions moving forward. The Council’s Economic District remains part of the Waikato Development team is currently creating a destination strategy and framework for the tourism region and support continues for South Waikato District. This strategy sets out a series of objectives that will benefit all all sectors of the visitor economy - facets of local tourism from our current tourism providers, moteliers, retailers to future tourism, cycling, walking, retail, offerings and investments. Council is cementing relationships with tourism bodies, and hospitality, accommodation, transport, our current providers will have full access to Tourism New Zealand through i-SITE. events and venues. Under this new strategy, South Waikato operators will have the benefit of the entire funding package going solely in to the district’s tourism space, plus it is Council’s intention to approach other local bodies for additional funding for investment. While H&WT do great work within the greater Waikato region, South Waikato’s larger tourism piece is often neglected. These changes intend to correct this issue, support our existing suppliers at a higher level and develop South Waikato as a destination in the future. This has already begun as Council understands the importance of hitting the ground running. Once the LTP is finalised Council will call a meeting with all stakeholders affected by these changes, in order to clarify the way forward. 80 Luke Frogley We wish to submit the attached Council has allowed for the review of the Airfield Strategy in year 1 of the LTP at a cost document regarding long-term planning of $25,000. for Tokoroa Airport There are two main aims of the review. 1. The first aim is to review all aspects of operational procedures, capital expenditure, conditions and terms of the leases, and future options. 2. The second aim is to ensure the Strategy meets the needs and expectations of the Airfield Users and the Health and Safety Committee while providing a clear strategic direction to staff managing the Airfield. During the review of the Airfield Strategy, all Airfield Users will have the opportunity to provide input into the development of the strategy to ensure the best possible outcomes are achieved. The runway maintenance is scheduled every two years of the LTP, starting in year 1 of the LTP. $30,000 is allocated every second year to undertake runway maintenance. The aim is to ensure the runway is safe for Airfield Users. Over the 10 years the capital cost allocated is $150,000

Page 51 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 82 Akarere Henry It is a very comprehensive plan and Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept gives confidence in the visioning of of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a Council. It is pleasing to note the plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and continued commitment to developing a partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this pacific centre of some type. SWPICs a concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any pacific ngo is also requiring support in future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to relocation and it could provide working together with our community on this. leadership in the development of a pacific space. 83 John Ghent None of the above - see attached Council understand that communities have challenges and that there is a balance document between being financial prudent while creating a environment that will benefit all members of its community. Council is legally tasked to fulfill certain obligations and the manner in which funds are collected is legally determined.

84 Raewyn Whiteman- I support other Putaruru developments Council will continue to engage with our communities, clubs, including youth regarding Thorne for the pool and the Plaza . I look development of Totara Park, the basketball court and the skate park upgrade in forward to the opportunity to have a Putāruru. wider range of youth and community members involved in discussions on the basketball court and the Totara Park development. Hopefully Putaruru residents can address our needs at that time and assess the impact of the Skatepark development on these ideas. 89 Pride In Putāruru Our concept plan includes many areas Council looks forward to working with our communities on developing the towns in the for progress. The development of a District. Council will discuss with Pride in Putaruru the localization and potential for a camper friendly site in Putaruru and camper friendly site in Putaruru. subsequently the South Waikato, while it is not in the LTP is something we would like to see explored further.

Page 52 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 90 Shannon Atwill Arapuni has had 3 extremely well 1. Following consultation on the Arapuni Community Plan, specific deliverables and supported meetings on Arapuni’s long timeframes will be confirmed. term plan. Hardly anything was taken 2. An investigation into speed management options for the village has commenced, and from that for our future expenditure & will report to Council when the assessment has been completed. improvements. We have a huge amount of families & kids in the area currently & all we have is a good playground. We desperately need a pump cycle track for our kids. It can be dirt to save costs. Our younger & older kids need more activities. The bbq & shelter at pioneer park is a good idea but the pump park is needed a lot more. We are also desperate for a concrete path down Arapuni rd to continue to powerhouse rd. A lot of locals do the loop down there & over the bridges & the current walkway is beyond a joke. It’s very much a health & safety issue & needs to be addressed ASAP. We don’t need $42 spent on the tennis court area but we do need it swept & cleaned of algae & fencing repaired. Most importantly we need large investment into speed reduction in our village. This is the main concern to myself & the village. We need to spend in this area to get the speeding down. We need speed restrictions area to be put out before vehicles come into our beautiful village. We need islands painted more trees along the road side, pedestrian crossings, speed camera fixed on Arapuni rd, signs to say slow down. You have done measures in the past but it’s not enough more has to be done.

Page 53 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 91 Creative Waikato Our submission is informed by the LTP Council is taking an integrated approach to its projects which includes understanding the document, but also speaks more broadly needs of our communities and ensure the Councils vision “Healthy people thriving in a from an arts and culture perspective with safe, vibrant and sustainable community”. This also includes alignment to outcome and the continuation of previous discussions strategies. Council agrees that each project is an opportunity to showcase the history around a regional strategy. There is and culture of its communities. Council intends to work with Creative Waikato and detail in the attached documents - with a Creative NZ as it moves through the development of each project with its community. specific response to your LTP, a copy of the strategy, and some support from Creative NZ. 92 Sarah Flavall The ability to deliver this amount of work Your insight on this matter is acknowledged. Council has budgeted within the capital with the same staff budget will be a budget for all project to employ suitably qualified and experienced staff and contractor to challenge that needs to be deliver the desired outcomes expected from our community. Timeliness and quality of acknowledged. With the number of project delivery remain a challenge, but we believe we are improving in our delivery of projects around the country through CIP projects. funding, there will be a challenge with budgets, time and quality! This needs to be recognised. 94 Putāruru Youth Maybe next time dont have the date the Council extended the closure date of submissions to be later than required time. We submissions close on a public holiday. received a number of submissions during the public holiday and weekend so believe the closure of the submissions was appropriate but thanks for your comments.

95 Tourism Industry Please refer attached submission Council has funding challenges and must balance between being financial prudent while Aotearoa creating a environment that will benefit all members of its community. It is with regret that Councul need to cut funding so some organisation like Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA)

97 South Waikato YMCA It would be ideal to have the input of Council is working on a range of community plans for each of our communities. A key young people and their perspectives component associated with this workstream is engagement with youth. An example of before formulating the consultation this is that we are currently involving youth in the design of the skatepark in Putaruru. document. A fresh youth perspective will capture the views and ideas of the generation that these long term plans will impact.

Page 54 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 98 Raewyn Calvert I live in Arapuni and we have had 1. Following consultation on the Arapuni Community Plan, specific deliverables and several well attended community timeframes will be confirmed. consultation meetings to gain feedback 2. An investigation into speed management options for the village has comenced, and from our residents. We are a well will report to Council when the assessment has been completed. functioning community which has done wel supporting each other , particularly during Lockdown. We have a diverse group of residents, including a number who are quite elderly and it is largely due to the cooperaion of this community, that they are able to safely and productively live their lives here. What is of serious concern to me is that there are 2 Health and Safety issues which are not being addressed out here and are basic to the lives of all in the community - the lack of dependable cell phone coverage and an unsafe road ( vehicles travelling too fast)which we all have to navigate.These two issues need to be addressed in order to keep our people safe and allow us to keep functioning in a supportive environment. We see little evidence of money being spent in the Arapuni area in the long tem plan and ask that you please reconsider allocation further resources to enable our community to continue to function in a safe and collaborative manner. 99 Kimberley Atkins I support an updated streetscape plan in You suggestion will be considered as part of the Tīrau Concept Plan and prioritised Tirau as per the concept plan. More alongside other potential activities contained within this project. planting and street furniture would be nice.

Page 55 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 100 Desiree Morunga Council needs to be more proactive in Council is working on a range of concept plans for each of our communities. A key regards to making decisions for the component associated with this workstream is engagement with youth. We are currently future of our tamariki. We need to create involving youth in the design of the skatepark in Putaruru. A similar exercise will be opportunity for learning experiences and undertake with the Tokoroa Pool and Library upgrade projects. social development through well thought of community facilities, ie Pools and libraries. 104 Malcolm Bowers The proposed rates are too high. The Council has funding challenges and must balance between being financial prudent while Council should stick to infrastructure creating a environment that will benefit all members of its community. *only* With practice, it might even gain some competence in that area. It should not continue to waste money hand over fist on vanity projects and community matters that would be left to the community to fund and organize itself. 107 Elsie Monahan General Promotion, Culture, Heritage Council is taking an integrated approach to its projects which includes understanding the (Where in plan) *see attachment needs of our communities and ensure the Council's vision “Healthy people thriving in a safe, vibrant and sustainable community”. This also includes alignment to outcome and strategies. Council agrees that each project is an opportunity to showcase the history and culture of its communities. Council intends to work with Creative Waikato and Creative NZ as it moves through the development of each project with its community.

108 Janice Stobie Looks like a good amount of thought, Your feedback on the LTP is appreciated. research and effort has gone into sorting this. Well done. Try to ignore those noisy naysayers. 109 Doreen Parry Suggest a Safety net A/C for everything Council does allow for some contingency on major projects for unforeseen - there are always more finance needed circumstances. Council reserves are established for known risks eg the future to get things right. replacement of assets.

Page 56 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 112 Dave Kay What about some more residential Council has a significant emphasis on facilitating the development of extra sections. It sections? There is a demand for some has finished a process which has generated the potential for 600 new sections in quality housing but nowhere to build it. Putaruru. Significant work on the assessment and planning of infrastructure in Tokoroa Funding for infrastructure is available and Tirau has almost completed. At that point a drive to establish new sections in these from govt - use it. Consider rezoning towns can be undertaken knowing that Council infrastructure is available to support the reserves like old rugby league ground? development. Tokoroa has a significant amount of land zoned residential already so facilitation to get these developed in the first step. Council is planning to apply for infrastructure funding from the government.

124 Edna Simiana To have Pacific Hub in Tokoroa!! Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept Consult with local consultants when of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a making plans for our town to avoid plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and plaguing issues partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to working together with our community on this.

125 Neville Takiri Would be great to have a Pacsifika Hub Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept for the community of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to working together with our community on this.

126 Kapiti Vaeau SWPICS need a new place Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to working together with our community on this.

Page 57 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 127 Tuma Teao Help SWPICS get a place Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to working together with our community on this.

128 Fosa Letogo Pacific Place Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to working together with our community on this.

129 Leuila Letoga PI Hub Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to working together with our community on this.

130 Rimaati Tuakana Pacific Island hub Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to working together with our community on this.

Page 58 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 134 Metua Lockington Give SWPICs a place Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to working together with our community on this.

137 Moana Tiaki Invest in a Pacific community hub Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept SWDC of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to working together with our community on this.

138 Aaron Mutua A Pacific Hub where employment can be Council is working with SWPIC and Pacific Peoples communities to develop the concept created showcasing the gifts & talents of of a Pacific Peoples' hub. This has been a priority for Council and the development of a this community plan is part of the Long Term Plan. There has been significant involvement from, and partnership, with the Ministry of Pacific Peoples to support the development of this concept. Council will work with the Cook Islands Society and SWPIC to plan for any future movement of SWPIC to another site if that is what is decided. We look forward to working together with our community on this.

139 Daniel Atai Ty

Page 59 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 140 Trevor Mein What communities are experiencing Council has funding challenges and must balance between being financial prudent while increases in population. Does Council creating a environment that will benefit all members of its community. To support the include the population of Tirau and growth and vibrancy of the community facilities, where possible, are provided within the those north in forecasting, and who may district. This reduces the need for residents to travel outside the District. use Cambridge and Matamata's facilities while shopping at these places that are The activities within the parks and reserves area were confirmed following the recent closer than Tokoroa and provide better Reserve Management Plan consultation and submission process. The playground shopping opportunities. I object to upgrade projects you refer to have had a lot of support from the community. additional reserves being occupied with play equipment, while there is an Where possible Council will construct walkways to the width and from a material abundance of existing play equipment appropriate to their use provide an optimal balance between capital investment and within reasonable distances, and ongoing maintenance cost. Only footpath renewals and maintenance has been budgeted Council's intention is to provide for in the LTP. Should new footpaths or improved widths be required then a budget additional equipment in the existing allowance will have to made. This is rate funded because the NZTA subsidy is fully ones. I would also like to see any allocated. walkways development to be hard surfaces, to reduce on going maintenance, and wide enough for both pedestrians and cyclists to pass each other safely. 141 Rebecca Lindley Arapuni projects current have minimal Following consultation on the Arapuni Community Plan, specific deliverables and investment planned (pg 28/29) other timeframes will be confirmed. than mainly water infrastructure. No The activities with the parks and reserves area were confirmed following the recent meeting community requirements such Reserve Management Plan consultation and submission process. The projects you refer as accessibility for hall, having reliable to have had a lot of support. mobile / internet, road safety etc. Issues regarding the Arapuni Hall including the access ramp are being worked through Disappointed that as rate payers like the with the Arapuni Hall committee rest of the South Waikato Arapuni & its Council continues to advocate on behalf of the Arapuni Community for improved WIFI communities needs seem to have been coverage very much overlooked - $129k vs over An investigation into speed management options for the village has commenced, and will $700k for likes of Putaruru / Tirau. Dog report to Council when the assessment has been completed access from village - dam removed adds another challenge.

Page 60 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 FURTHER COMMENTS ID Name Further Comments Further GM Response 142 Wendy Parker Safety issue at the Hall with no ramp. Following consultation on the Arapuni Community Plan, specific deliverables and Broadband and mobile coverage. Asking timeframes will be confirmed. residents if they want Council to spend The activities with the parks and reserves area were confirmed following the recent $72,000 on Pioneer Reserve and Reserve Management Plan consultation and submission process. The projects you refer $41,000 at the tennis courts. The money to have had a lot of support. should go to the hall etc before the Issues regarding the Arapuni Hall including the access ramp are being worked through reserve & tennis courts. We didn't ask with the Arapuni Hall committee. for what is offered! Council continues to advocate on behalf of the Arapuni Community for improved WIFI coverage. An investigation into speed management options for the village has commenced, and will report to Council when the assessment has been completed.

Page 61 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 17 Anne Buckley noted 27 Mokaihaha Kōkako Trust 30 Katrina John 36 Harold Conrad Your thoughts and feedback about the future of our library are much appreciated.

42 Peter Starnes Thank you for your submission. You make some reasonable points regarding subdivision all of which are under active consideration as we plan for growth across the district.

47 Arapuni Village Community Association 48 Fluoride Free New Zealand 59 NZ Memorial Museum Trust – Le Quesnoy

Page 62 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 63 Tirau Community The programming of projects within the 2021-31 LTP were defined with a view to spread costs over the ten-year period wherever Board possible to keep rates/loans to a minimum. Years 1-4 have several high priority projects which therefore means a projected higher increase in rates/loans compared to years 5-10.

Council acknowledges, however, the importance to the Tirau community to see the development of Tirau Domain continue with facilities being installed as quickly as possible, and will consider the feasibility of bringing the proposed year 2 and year 7 funding within the LTP forward to or providing additional funding for the year 1 to ensure the development continues in a consecutive manner. The capex works planned in the current 2020-21 Financial Year is to complete instalment of the priority A and B elements from the engagement document, being: • Entrance including bridge connecting walkway • Carpark • Multi-use field • Border path • Botanical walk. Year 1 of the LTP will provide continuity to the project will the priority C being completed. • Public Toilets • Market hardstand • Playground – Transferred from Currie St funding or the option of a pump track • BBQ - Additional Scope from the RMP

69 Water Safety New Zealand 71 Linda Galbraith 73 Te Waka - Waikato Regional Economic Development Agency

Page 63 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 75 Pokaiwhenua Riparian management and enhancement of the Pokaiwhenua Stream margins forms a significant part of achieving the aims of the Catchment Group Resource Management Act 1991 and the Vision and Strategy for the Waikato River catchment within the South Waikato District, and the objectives of the District Plan. Relevant objectives include: 6.2.4 To preserve the natural character of wetlands, lakes and rivers (and their margins) in the district, and protect them from inappropriate subdivision, use and development. 6.2.5 To identify, and maintain or enhance the values of the district’s indigenous biodiversity including by protecting areas of significant indigenous vegetation and significant habitats of indigenous fauna. (SNAs) 6.2.6 To maintain and enhance public access to lakes and rivers in the district, particularly those locations identified as being of high priority due to their ecological or recreational values, where public access is compatible with protecting ecological values. Council engaged professional ecologists in 2010- 2012 to identify and record the SNAs in the District. The Pokaiwhenua Stream was regarded as particularly significant, since it is the only viable wildlife corridor between the Waikato River and the substantial native bush areas in the Mamaku Ranges. Numerous bush remnants and wetlands along the stream were recognised in the 2012 District Plan as SNAs, and the Plan aimed to create esplanade strips for conservation purposes at subdivision stage in the Pokaiwhenua stretch between Wiltsdown Road and Newell Road. We therefore have a reasonable amount of expert information on what the submitter refers to as “the points of special interest and what lies between these” that has been provided. Council has allocated funds in its recent Annual Plans for updating and “ground-truthing” the District Plan’s list of SNAs. A group of priority sites will soon be visited by ecologists using funding from the 2020-21 financial year. The group of Pokaiwhenua landowners interested in planting and enhancing the Stream margins, referred to by the submitter, are eligible to receive funding for planting from the Council’s South Waikato Environmental Initiatives (SWEI) programme. This programme has already helped several similar Stream Care Groups to that mooted for the Pokaiwhenua, including those in the Matarawa and Little Waipa catchments. Council's Environmental Planning Officer will continue to work with the Pokaiwhenua landowners to support enhancement and funding applications. SWEI has recently received significant amounts of new funding from MBIE and Fonterra, which will enable the amount of work to be expanded considerably. As noted by the submitter, funding for such works is available from a number of potential other sources, including WRC and the Waikato River Authority. In terms of public access, the District Plan requires the creation of esplanade strips for public access at subdivision stage along the Pokaiwhenua between the Waikato River and Duxfield Reserve. The Waikato River Trails Trust has already done a feasibility and costing exercise on a walkway/cycleway for that stretch of the Stream. Council of course is a founding sponsor of that Trust.

76 Wayne Dickson The current provisions in the District Plan are largely similar to those that have applied since 1998. Some infill now requires resource consent that did not previously, but that consent is precluded from notification or considering affected persons. This was to ensure that appropriate quality living environments resulted from higher density developments. The District Plan provides for residential development in the residential zones of the three major towns with the following provisions: - Land use 1 dwelling per 450m2 net site area up to 2 dwellings per single title – Permitted Activity (no resource consent required) Dwellings with a net site area of between 300m2 – 450m2 net site area – Restricted Discretionary Activity (resource consent

Page 64 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response required, non-notified and no affected persons) More than 3 dwellings per site – Discretionary Activity (resource consent required, assessment for notification and affected persons required) Dwellings at a density of less than 1 per 300m2 net site area – Non-Complying Activity (resource consent required, assessment for notification and affected persons required) Caravans are not permitted to be used as dwellings in the residential zone, but cabins are already provided for, particularly when used as sleepouts and un-serviced. - Subdivision The subdivision provisions are similar except that all subdivision requires resource consent as at least a Controlled Activity (450m2 net site area) and that ‘greenfield development’ requires a 600m2 net site area average. The density provisions are in place, along with outdoor living area, solar access and yard setbacks, to ensure quality living environments and infrastructure management purposes, not just maximum possible dwelling yield. Poorly designed and located higher density developments can exacerbate social problems rather than resolve them in the long term and lock these poor outcomes in for generations. The provisions from the Horowhenua District Plan (Levin example) are not permitted activities, requires resource consent to achieve that density and the higher density area relate only to specified and carefully considered areas and not across the entire residential zone. The provisions also have tailored performance standards to ensure poor outcomes do not occur. I note this plan also deems more than 2 dwellings per site a Discretionary Activity.

The District Plan already uses a 40% site coverage provision in conjunction with site areas demonstrated above. Determining development density by using site coverage alone is less desirable as there is little certainty provided for neighbours and developers and can result in perverse amenity outcomes. Councils who use this approach, including Taupo District Council, are reviewing its use as a tool. Staff regularly process applications for intensification down to 300m2 net site area, with the limiting factor appears to be willing landowners to undertake intensification as opposed to issues with rule settings. The quality of outcomes is variable. Planning staff do receive enquiries for developments at densities below 1 dwelling per 300m2 of net site. No applications for substantial departures from this have been received.

Medium density options are amongst the matters including yield, density and supply that are required to be reviewed with the District Plan in order to give effect to the National Policy Statement for Urban Development 2020.

Page 65 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 78 Hamilton & Waikato Regarding Council’s proposal to remove funding for Hamilton & Waikato Tourism it is important to understand Council’s intentions Tourism moving forward. The Council’s Economic Development team is currently creating a destination strategy and framework for the South Waikato District. This strategy sets out a series of objectives that will benefit all facets of local tourism from our current tourism providers, moteliers, retailers to future offerings and investments. Council is cementing relationships with tourism bodies, and our current providers will have full access to Tourism New Zealand through i-SITE. Under this new strategy, South Waikato operators will have the benefit of the entire funding package going solely into the district’s tourism space, plus it is Council’s intention to approach other local bodies for additional funding for investment. While H&WT do great work within the greater Waikato region, South Waikato’s larger tourism piece is often neglected. These changes intend to correct this issue, support our existing suppliers at a higher level and develop South Waikato as a destination in the future. This has already begun as Council understands the importance of hitting the ground running. Once the LTP is finalised Council will call a meeting with all stakeholders affected by these changes, in order to clarify the way forward.

80 Tokoroa and Districts Council has allowed for the review of the Airfield Strategy in year 1 of the LTP at a cost of $25,000. There are two main aims of the Aero Club review. The first aim is to review all aspects of operational procedures, capital expenditure, terms and condition of the leases, and future options. The second aim is to ensure the Strategy meets the needs and expectations of the Airfield Users and the Health and Safety Committee while providing a clear strategic direction to staff managing the Airfield. During the review Airfield Users will have the opportunity to provide input into the development of the document to ensure the best possible outcomes are achieved. The runway maintenance is scheduled to start in year 1 of the LTP with $30,000 allocated and on-going every second year. The aim is to ensure the runway is safe for all airfield users. Over the next 10 years $150,000 of capital funding is allocated for replacement and renewals.

Page 66 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 83 John Ghent Council adopted the 2021-31 LTP Consultation Document for public consultation on Friday 12 March 2021. Consultation opened on Monday 22 March 2021 and remained open for the statutory period of one month minimum. Submissions were made online or hardcopy and mailed in or handed in at Council offices and the libraries. While the statutory period was met Council extended the submission period over the long weekend to allow the community additional time. It was unfortunate but not planned to end on a public holiday.

Your comments are noted regarding the comparison figures against the rate increase. This was used as a general comparison against every day household items.

It is not intended that “integrating facilities” means co-locating within the same building. The proposal is to create a multipurpose community hub, where recreation and leisure facilities would be grouped together. It is not intended that the pools and library would share the same centralised air supply. For example, Te Awamutu has an events centre, aquatic centre and library hubbed together within a recreation and leisure precinct.

All costings and research into the pools options was undertaken by specialist Consultants with proven experience. Your comments in regard to the future of the South Waikato Heated Indoor Pools are noted and we will take your ideas into consideration.

91 Creative Waikato Your thoughts and feedback on the future of Council facilities are much appreciated. Council is taking an integrated approach to its projects which includes understanding the needs of our communities and ensure the Councils vision “Healthy people thriving in a safe, vibrant and sustainable community”. This also includes alignment to outcome and strategies. Council agrees that each project is an opportunity to showcase the history and culture of its communities. Council intends to work with Creative Waikato and Creative NZ as it moves through the development of each project with its community.

Page 67 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 94 Putāruru Youth Your thoughts and feedback on the enhancement of the Putāruru Stake Park on Bent Street are much appreciated. Council also acknowledge the work you have done with the youth to ensure input and ownership of on-going options for the park. The entire site needs to be reviewed with the focus on carparking, traffic flow, entrance/egress, possible use of area behind the Council building for carparking, and will require input from the Roading team, Property team, Parks team in conjunction with a designer and civils contractor that have experience in developing skate areas. While this is the case Council will work with a steering group including nominees and users to realise this project, from concept design to detailed design. The engagement and feedback has been extremely positive and we are looking forward to continuing this relationship to achieve a future proofed and fit for purpose Putāruru Skatepark. Your proposal to extend the site is note but the site will have size limitations with the “fall areas” required for skate/play equipment, not everything they desire will fit. The current funding is allocated in this year’s budget. This is a long term project whereby furniture items, drinking fountains, plantings can potentially be installed from alternative funding progressively. Council understand the importance for youth activities in Putāruru and funding is already set aside in the LTP for a basketball court and pool refreshment.

95 Tourism Industry Regarding Council’s proposal to remove funding for Hamilton & Waikato Tourism it is important to understand Council’s intentions Aotearoa moving forward. The Council’s Economic Development team is currently creating a destination strategy and framework for the South Waikato District. This strategy sets out a series of objectives that will benefit all facets of local tourism from our current tourism providers, moteliers, retailers to future offerings and investments. Council is cementing relationships with tourism bodies, and our current providers will have full access to Tourism New Zealand through i-SITE. Under this new strategy, South Waikato operators will have the benefit of the entire funding package going solely into the district’s tourism space, plus it is Council’s intention to approach other local bodies for additional funding for investment. While H&WT do great work within the greater Waikato region, South Waikato’s larger tourism piece is often neglected. These changes intend to correct this issue, support our existing suppliers at a higher level and develop South Waikato as a destination in the future. This has already begun as Council understands the importance of hitting the ground running. Once the LTP is finalised Council will call a meeting with all stakeholders affected by these changes, in order to clarify the way forward.

Page 68 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 105 Roger Drower Regular meetings with Police have not identified the western end of Dreghorn Place as a need for a CCTV camera location. There is already one located in the Eastern end of the carpark. The tree on Bridge have been in the past trimmed but to ensure visibility for CCTV camera and street lighting. Your feedback is noted.

Libraries are investigating option for the retention and storage of local history records, which would preserve and make the records more accessible across our community.

The former Countdown building has not been discounted as an option for the Library.

Rates increases are unavoidable due in part to having no inflation increase last year to help ratepayers with the financial impact of the pandemic. Part of the rates increase is due to the new refuse collection services. Ratepayers will no longer have to purchase rubbish bags, resulting in saving for those that use Council’s rubbish collection service.

We did testing recently (British Pendulum Tests), which test the skid resistance. We tested close to a dozen spots around Leith Pl, Bridge, Rosebery and Swanston Streets. All sites came up above the minimum required for skid resistance.

107 Elsie Monahan One of the project Council will use to promote our identity is the Town Branding project. It will include an in-depth consultation process, gathering findings from all demographics and age groups from each individual town. Once these insights have been discovered, these questions will be answered. Council has considered in its long term plan option for Community Archive. This will allow for collation and digital presentation of local history provides a great learning resource, free access to our communities, and a platform from which they can share their stories and connect with their history. It is difficult to define where a suitable alternative site would be given this scenic reserve is located either side of SH5. Pull over laybys on either side of this stretch of road where the trees are positioned up to the road edge are only provided where the memorial stone is located, suggesting these were created for persons to park and view the stone. This therefore indicates that NZTA believe the laybys are adequate enough in terms of width and length to provide for the limited amount of use given this is a well-used State Highway. Council is happy to engage with iwi about this matter, and the provision of information boards. It must be noted the reserve is not a bush walk area, and not consider a priority at this point in time. Staff have recently installed a mobility carpark near the post office in Bridge Street, Tokoroa. The diagonal carparking layout in this area has maximised the number of carparks for the space available. There are frequently park available only a short distance from the post office. Unfortunately, we can’t always get a carpark directly outside our destination which means we may, from time to time, need to travel a short distance from our vehicle to where we would like to shop.

Page 69 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 113 Rowena Sutton Thank you for your submission and comments on the South Waikato Heated Indoor Pools. Your feedback and comments will be taken into consideration regarding lane guidelines and signage.

114 South Waikato Pacific Council remains committed to working in partnership with SWPICS regarding the scoping and visioning of a Pacific Islands Islands Community Community Hub as part of the Vaka Village Project. Council will work with the local Pacific Peoples community to determine an Services Trust appropriate location and service. Council will continue to facilitate a consortium approach in respect of the funding of the said service.

115 Te Arawa River Iwi Trust 116 Putāruru Hub Working Thank you for your submission. Council understand that sport, recreation and play is an integral part of the Putāruru community and Group cross the district. Council supports the rationalisation of the sporting and recreation clubs within Putāruru and acknowledge that work has started a number of years ago and the importance of progressing the work given the good support and buy-in by a number of clubs. Your funding request has been noted.

Page 70 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 117 Daniel Patterson Thank you for your feedback and comments.Contractor ManagementReseals requires a number of processes. First the maintenance contractor is required to level off and fix any damage to the pavement like potholes and depressions min of six month prior to the sealing crew. This time allows for settlement. The sealing crew will then reseal and depending on the type of seal two coats mean a large and smaller chip interlocking together to provide a smoother surface. This happen at different time and can vary from six to two yearsThe seal is generally left for a few weeks to settle down, before the sweeping occurs. The metal chip continues to move over time until locked down. Traffic movement is used to support the compaction process. If this does not happen then the new seal will need to be swept multiple times, creating more of a waste of resources.Council continues to address removal of tree causing damage to footpaths. This is on-going. Sometime these damaged footpaths are managed until the quantum justify the supply on concrete to ensure value for money.Pools – you feedback is appreciate.Library- Libraries are institutions of social good where everyone is welcome and included. Our community come to the library for recreational reading and learning, support and advice, local knowledge and history, job-seeker assistance, to study, to gather socially, and to access technology, information and sources of truth without having to spend money. In an age where communication technologies create efficiency as well as forms of isolation, library spaces are providing both social interaction and digital connection. Libraries are agile spaces; frequently reinventing the services and programmes they offer in response to societal change. Our libraries are increasingly becoming spaces of learning and opportunity and are seen as key providers of community recovery from the effects of Covid-19 as evidenced by recent Central Government funding initiatives to support library services in the recovery space. Our intention is to provide a facility that is fit for purpose, meets the needs of a range of users, and balances traditional, current and future use to serve the community now and in.Pensioner Housing- Thank you for you support. Council is required to use a procure maintenance and repairs through its procurement process. Buying local is included in this process. Council try to use local suppliers as much as possible.Council have already engaged with Putāruru school children and youth, which is why Council’s preferred option is to refurbish the bowl and add additional items. Suggestions have already been forthcoming from the young people and parents, and Council is committed to continue working with the youth to achieve a skate park that the Putāruru are proud of and utilise well.Cougar Park is not a Council facility and is maintained by the Tokoroa Mountain Bike.Council is working the future of the CBD. This includes activation, street layout and connectivity, parking, development consideration and physical appearance.One of the project Council will use to promote our identity is the Town Branding project. It will include an in-depth consultation process, gathering findings from all demographics and age groups from each individual town. Your feedback and comments on the weed spraying are noted.The planting up of the lake edges was discussed with you, where it was noted that this would impact on the costs to maintain the reserve given the length of the lake. The Wedding Garden area would be a hedged lawned area with a 2.5-3 metre garden border on either side with appropriate furniture.Rates increases are unavoidable due in part to having no inflation increase last year to help ratepayers with the financial impact of the pandemic. Part of the rates increase is due to the new refuse collection services. Ratepayers will no longer have to purchase rubbish bags, resulting in saving for those that use Council’s rubbish collection service

Page 71 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 118 Alan Blair It is agreed that the removal of wilding trees is beneficial before they grow larger and create a bigger more expensive problem. To date wilding trees have been controlled through our mowing operation. This only effects the first 2m beyond the seal edge and horizontal curve inter - visibility so does not include the entire road reserve. Staff have instigated ad hoc programmes of work to control wilding trees, eg Mamaku South Road, but this is only when funds become available. Although our vegetation control budget has been increased for the 21/24 LTP there is no specific allowance for control of wilding trees. Additional funds would need to be included if Council would like to take a more proactive approach to wilding trees control eg $80,000 per annum, rather than the more reactive approach that is currently adopted. This would need to rate funded without any NZTA subsidy as the NZTA subsidy is “fully allocated”

Council acknowledges that the maintaining of the native revegetation areas by Council’s Parks contractor has been a problem, and more defined specifications were therefore included in the new open space contract that commenced in 2018. Council’s Parks staff continue to audit these areas regularly and inform the contractor when these areas are not being kept to standard and set deadlines for them to do so.

119 Ann & Mike Paget We are investigating speeds along Horahora Road (in the vicinity of your property) to feed into the new Setting of Speed Limits 2021 rule change currently in the consultation phase. Historical information does not support a reduced speed limit. However, staff will investigate this further and report to council on its options. As part of speed limit changes, it is important that the road environment is consistent with the posted speed. Once speed limits and extents are confirmed the engineering considerations needs to be addressed.

Page 72 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 120 Waikato Conservation Council acknowledges that the maintaining of the native revegetation areas by Council’s Parks contractor has been a problem, and Board more defined specifications were therefore included in the new open space contract that commenced in 2018. Council’s Parks staff continue to audit these areas regularly and inform the contractor when these areas are not being kept to standard and set deadlines for them to do so. The Waikato Conservation Board has raised an important point that allocating funds into protecting nature is just as important as allotting money into hard infrastructure. Currently, the South Waikato District Council directs the SWEI programme (South Waikato Environmental Initiatives) which is an initiative that promotes citizens of this district to start planting along the riparian strips. This is a programme that has been providing financial assistance from 2006 to farmers and other applicants to protect our water bodies by funding riparian planting. I’m currently collecting data from SWEI and over the 14 years and initial assessment indicates that SWEI has allotted about $800,000 and has been responsible for the planting of 177,000 plants along the riparian margins, which will have a tremendous impact on the improvement in water quality. (rough data estimate).

Regarding the control of pest plants and animals on Council land currently the control of pest animals like rats within council lands like Barnett reserves (Waotu) is carried out by the Barnett Reserves Management Committee. Some of the council land like Barnett reserve and Carson’s bush fall under WRC priority possum control areas and the WRC contracts all the possum control work. Control of aquatic pest plants of hydro lakes is carried out by Mercury. The control of privet, wild berry and other weeds are incorporated within the open space maintenance contract. Council’s Parks team have requested funding in the 2021-2031 LTP for other pest control activities in the Hazlehurst and Tukorehe Scenic Reserves as they fall outside the WRC’s Priority Possum Control Areas.

Page 73 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 122 Federated Farmers of South Waikato District Council is keenly aware of the rates impact on the farming sector and has a long history of setting the New Zealand Uniform Annual General Charge (UAGC) at high levels, typically 29%. In 2015 Council introduced additional unit charges on commercial and industrial property. This additional revenue was applied to reducing rates to rural and other ratepayers. The 2015 district revaluations impacted rates in 2016. In that year Council increased the UAGC from 29% to 29.9% specifically to minimise the impact on farm owners. This was the maximum increase possible. The 2018 revaluation impacted rates in 2019. In that year the UAGC reduced to 25% however average rates on farms still decreased while rates on other properties increased up to an average of 18%. The cumulative rate increase over the last 10 years for farms is less than the average of all properties and less than residential, lifestyle, commercial or industrial properties.

Despite this, Council accepts that rates charged to farms are a significant expense, as they are for owners of other types of properties with relatively high values.

The proposal to decrease the UAGC in year 2 of the Long Term Plan is being consulted on now because it is an important topic and we wish to discuss this in advance. Council is required to base plans on assumptions. Changes to rating valuations are very likely and cannot be ignored in the LTP. Proposals are based on projections from latest available information and will be reviewed when the valuation results are known. This is the same approach taken in the 2018-28 LTP. Despite the proposal to reduce the UAGC to 15% in year 2 of the LTP, rates on farms are expected to reduce by an average of $12 per week in that year. The level of the UAGC is considered every year.

Thank you for your recommendations regarding detailed disclosure of general and targeted rates in the consultation document. The full Rating / Funding Impact Statement for Year 1 of the LTP (2021-22), detailing all General and targeted rates was included on the submissions page of our website. Council thanks you for your feedback on options for the pool and library. Councils continues to focus on core business infrastructure as priority. 123 Sport Waikato Your thoughts and feedback on the enhancement of Council facilities, parks and reserves to support quality play, active recreation and sporting outcomes are much appreciated. Council look forward to the on-going partnership. The funding request have been noted and will be assessed within the Community Contract limits. Community Contracts are awarded depending the alignment with Council’s strategic direction. Your request will be considered as part of that process.

Page 74 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 140 Trevor Mein The intention to include swing sets or other play items in reserves aligns with and is a means of implementing Council's Vision to have 'Healthy people thriving in a safe, vibrant and sustainable community' by providing facilities that will encourage physical activity, social and familial interaction and overall mental and physical wellbeing. The concept of "Play" has been recognized as very beneficial and important as it allows children to use their creativity while developing their imagination, dexterity, and physical, cognitive, and emotional strength. Walkway types within reserves include turf, compacted road metal or concrete depending on the location, capacity of use and character of the reserve, and are generally between 1.0m to 1.2m in width. Council will consider, however, increasing the width of new walkways to 1.5m to better accommodate a shared path for pedestrians/cyclists/mobility scooters.

142 Wendy Parker 143 Waikato Regional Council has employed an Environmental Planning Officer who will work with regional staff to progress our local biodiversity strategy Council alongside regional and national workstreams.

We agree that there is an increase in the need for investment to tackle biodiversity decline.

As the submitter has proposed, Council will be looking to allot funds towards identifying and mapping SNAs within the District. Staff have been in contact with Wildlands and have proposed a plan that will aim to undertake ground-truthing of SNAs in the District. This would be a great addition to increase the region’s inventory of SNAs.

With regard to WRC’s suggestion of allocating sufficient funds to upkeep parks and reserves, Council's parks and reserves have various pest plant and animal monitoring programs. Pest control activities in The WRC priority possum control area are managed by the WRC itself. Control of aquatic pest plants of hydro lakes is carried out by Mercury. The control of privet, wild berry, and other weeds are incorporated within the open space maintenance contract. The Parks and Reserve Manager has applied for funds in the 2021-2031 LTP for pest control activities on council lands that are not currently monitored by the WRC.

The council does promote upkeep of SNAs by ground-truthing SNA sites, and through initiatives like the SWEI, applicants will be aided with financial assistance to help maintain and promote the natural wealth of indigenous flora and fauna in the District. Council does have a moderate dedicated fund allocated for private landowners who would like to undertake the management of SNAs on their sites as WRC suggests.

Council has introduced a ‘Changing Waste Ways’ Project Group to manage activities and deliverables for Waste Minimisation. As we are in the process of rolling out the mobile waste and recycling bins, there is a strong commitment to educate and engage with the community on waste reduction and diversion techniques. This is also supported by a robust waste minimisation programme currently in place that seeks to influence waste behaviours.

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Our Council is in a transition period with Solid Waste. In the previous 12 months we have closed our last landfill, built a new Transfer Station and are in the process of changing to Mobile Garbage Bins for our kerbside collection. This amounts to a number of changes in how our community should think about their waste and provides the ideal opportunity to engage and educate our community accordingly. Our approach will be to influence the behaviour of our community by starting with easy and practical steps at grassroots level, fully engaging with the different sectors of our community, and identifying new social norms that our community are likely to follow. We will test solutions and ideas on a small scale then adapt them to rollout to the wider community. By combining a behaviour change program (our proposed WMF project) with increased infrastructure (being funded by Council) to support and encourage resource recovery at every level, we can achieve positive environmental, economic, social and cultural changes across our district, and contribute towards a national circular economy.

Council is confident that adequate funding has been allocated to ensure compliance with consent requirements.

Council is currently working on a district and corporate emissions reduction plan to lower greenhouse gas emissions. We thank you for the other of assistance and we will gratefully accept advice on the preparation and implementation of these plans.

144 Lake District Regarding Council’s proposal to remove funding for Hamilton & Waikato Tourism it is important to understand Council’s intentions Adventures moving forward. The Council’s Economic Development team is currently creating a destination strategy and framework for the South Waikato District. This strategy sets out a series of objectives that will benefit all facets of local tourism from our current tourism providers, moteliers, retailers to future offerings and investments. Council is cementing relationships with tourism bodies, and our current providers will have full access to Tourism New Zealand through i-SITE. Under this new strategy, South Waikato operators will have the benefit of the entire funding package going solely into the district’s tourism space, plus it is Council’s intention to approach other local bodies for additional funding for investment. While H&WT do great work within the greater Waikato region, South Waikato’s larger tourism piece is often neglected. These changes intend to correct this issue, support our existing suppliers at a higher level and develop South Waikato as a destination in the future. This has already begun as Council understands the importance of hitting the ground running. Once the LTP is finalised Council will call a meeting with all stakeholders affected by these changes, in order to clarify the way forward.

145 Momentum Waikato Thank you for your submission and Council looks forward to continue to work with Momentum Waikato to create opportunities for positive impact for the communities in the South Waikato.

Page 76 of 77 Document Set ID: 556659 Version: 2, Version Date: 10/05/2021 ATTACHMENTS ID Name Upload GM Response 146 Timber Town 3D For Council to acquire any property or business it would need to carry out an assessment of the proposal. Council will look at having Cinemas further conversations with the owners. 147 South Waikato The amount that you are seeking falls within the Community Contract limits. As such, you would need to apply for a Community Community Health Contract with the Council. Community Contracts are awarded depending the alignment with Council’s strategic direction. Your Transport Inc request will be considered as part of that process.

148 Waikato Screen NZ The amount that you are seeking falls within the Community Contract limits. As such, you would need to apply for a Community Contract with the Council. Community Contracts are awarded depending the alignment with Council’s strategic direction. Your request will be considered as part of that process.

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