Minutes of Regional Council Meeting

1. WELCOME/PRAYER/APOLOGIES/NOTICES

The Chairman welcomed everyone to the meeting and Councillor Scott offered the prayer.

RC14/11 Councillor Dick would need to be excused between 12 and 1.15pm to attend a long standing appointment.

Scott/Rose

CARRIED

Councillor Kirton sought follow up in relation to the Tourism HB KPIs and related branding, and the Regional Economic Development Strategy as considered at the 18 May 2011 Strategic Planning and Finance Committee meeting.

2. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS

There were no conflict of interest declarations.

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Council commenced hearing verbal submissions by submitters.

RC15/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Agrees that the decisions to be made on issues submitted on the draft Annual Plan 2011/12 are made after the provisions included in Section 83 and 84 of the Local Government Act 2002 have been followed.

2. Receives and considers the verbal and written submissions.

Scott/von Dadelszen

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 13. David Beattie on behalf of Surf Lifesaving NZ and Michael Bassett-Foss on behalf of Napier Aquahawks urge Council to be involved in the development of a Regional strategy for sport and recreation facilities, and in particular aquatic facilities, in consultation with user groups.

RC16/11

Resolution

That Council:

1. Receives and considers the late submissions from Mr James Morgan on behalf of the Hawke’s Bay Knowledge Bank (Submission 47) and Mr Paul Trass on behalf of Basketball Hawke’s Bay (Submission 46).

Rose/Gilbertson

CARRIED

Staff Internal Submission to the 2011-12 Annual Plan

Council commenced consideration of the Council staff’s internal submission.

Ms Lambert responded to queries from Councillors in relation to the carry forward of funding for project 874 in relation to conversions to clean heat in the Hastings airshed.

RC17/11

Resolutions

That Council:

2. Receives and considers the Council’s internal submission.

3. Approves the carry forward in Project 874 001 (cost code 2395) of $120,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to cover costs associated with the continued conversion of housing to clean heat in the Hastings airshed, noting that funding is from the Sale of Land Non-Investment account.

Scott/von Dadelszen

CARRIED

Staff Internal Submission to the 2011-12 Annual Plan

Council recommenced consideration of the Council staff’s internal submission.

Ms Lambert responded to queries from Councillors in relation to the carry forward of funding for project 874 in relation to iwi funding associated with the development of tangata whenua decision making capacity.

RC18/11

Resolution

That Council:

4. Does not approve the carry forward in Project 874-001 (cost code 2395) of $40,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12.

Dick/Rose

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Council recommenced hearing verbal submissions by submittors.

Submission 42. Mr Colin Stone on behalf of Sport Hawke’s Bay.

The Sports Council seeks council’s support ($10,000 funding) and input to the review and implementation of the Regional Sport & Active Recreation strategy.

Submission 12. Annie Dundas (Regional Tourism Organisation), Graeme Avery (Sileni Estate) and Paul McArdle on behalf of the HB Trails Group.

Submitter is seeking $375,000 funding for construction of 12km of off road track for a ‘Winery Trail’. This unofficial cycleway is already one of the most popular in Hawke’s Bay in its present on-road forum, and it is envisioned that a safer off road trail would make for a better user experience and increase usage and associated economic activity in the area. Business case previously completed as part of the National Cycleways funding application.

The meeting adjourned at 10.35am and reconvened at 10.50am.

Submission 26. William McCook and Bruce on behalf of Animal Health Board.

Submitter reiterated their gratitude for Council’s ongoing support of the AHB programme.

Staff Internal Submission to the 2011-12 Annual Plan

Council recommenced consideration of the Council staff’s internal submission.

Mr Newman responded to queries in relation to the carry forward of funds for Project 185 Investment Strategies in relation to funds for investigation into the establishment of an Investment company.

RC19/11

Resolution

That Council:

5. Approves the carry forward in Project 185-001 (cost code 2380) of $27,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to provide funding for the consultancy input required to complete the interface between Council and the Investment Company subsidiaries and to fund the initial set up of the Company.

von Dadelszen/Scott

CARRIED

Staff Internal Submission to the 2011-12 Annual Plan

Council continued consideration of the Council staff’s internal submission.

Mr Newman responded to queries in relation to the request for additional funds for Project 192 Regional Planning in order to continue work on policy planning for the Tukituki and Karamu catchments with consultants as recruitment efforts have been unsuccessful.

RC20/11

Resolution

That Council:

6. Approves the additional funding of $40,000 in Project 192-001 (cost code 2380) to engage consultancy services to undertake policy planning covering the Tukituki River and Karamu catchments.

Kirton/von Dadelszen

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Council recommenced hearing verbal submissions by submitters.

Submission 18. Mr James Hunter sought Council’s reassurance that the ongoing work of the Land Management Team alongside farmers, specifically in the Hill Country, would continue to be a significant activity through the Sustainable Farming Fund, the Hill country Erosion Control fund and the Regional Landcare Scheme. The submitter further sought Council’s careful consideration of initiating Carbon Sequestration programmes on Hill Country.

Submission 19. Mr Scott Lawson, Will McFarlane, Paddy Maloney and Bruno Chambers spoke on behalf of Pure Hawke’s Bay, seeking Council’s development of policies to ensure Hawke’s Bay’s status as a GMO Free food producing region by regulating experimental outdoor field trials through an upcoming review of the Regional Policy Statement and associated plans.

Councillor Dick exited the meeting at 12pm.

Submission 9. Mr Tareha O’Reilly spoke on behalf of the Waiohiki Community Charitable Trust; seeking $500,000 funding for building of the Waiohiki Community Complex, which will include a Meeting House, a multi purpose events centre and an educational facility. The funds raised to date include $1.2m in the form the land value and $800,000 raised by the community.

Submission 15. Tom Belford, BayBuzz, spoke to his submission in relation to webcasting Council meetings and support for the Pure Hawke’s Bay submission.

The meeting adjourned at 12.35pm and reconvened at 1.05pm with Councillor Dick present and Mr Mohi absent.

4.	Staff Internal Submission to the 2011-12 Annual Plan
	Council recommenced consideration of the Council staff’s internal submission. Mr Newman responded to queries in relation to the request for carry forward of funds for Project 385 Regional Park Reserves (Cycleways) and the Landscapes and Water cycleway developments. Ms Codlin responded to queries in relation to the requests to carry forward funds in relation to the Regional Water Values Study and the Regional Water Demand and Availability Strategy.
RC21/11	Resolutions That Council: 7. Approves the carry forward in Project 385 003 (cost code 2395) of $2.1 million from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to cover the costs of the Landscapes and Water Ride Cycleway Developments, noting that this expenditure is funded $1.6 million from Central Government Grants and $500,000 from loan funding. von Dadelszen/Kirton CARRIED 8. Approves the carry forward in Project 385 051 (cost code 2650) of $1.0 million from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to provide funding for future Open Space projects, noting that this is funded from loans. Von Dadelszen/Scott CARRIED 9. Approves the carry forward of expenditure in Project 790 001 (cost code 2385) of $76,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to provide funding for the construction of bus shelters. It is noted that $38,000 will be amended in the scheme reserve for subsidised transport and $38,000 will be amended (in revenue code 1250) for NZTA revenues. Scott/Rose CARRIED 10. Approves the carry forward in Project 840 001 (cost code 2380) of $50,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to provide funding for efficiency and effectiveness studies in relation to Regional Council activities. Gilbertson/von Dadelszen CARRIED 11. Approves the carry forward in Project 314 003 (cost code 2380) to Project 192 010 (cost code 2380) of $25,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to cover costs associated with the development of the Regional Water Values Study. 12. Approves the carry forward in Project 314 002 (cost code 2380) of $20,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to cover costs associated with the completion of the Regional Water Demand and Availability Strategy. Scott/Remmerswaal CARRIED 13. Does not approve the carry forward in Project 840 001 (cost code 2385) of $20,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12 for the development of a publication commemorating the 150 years of settlement in the Hawke’s Bay region Dick/Kirton CARRIED
3.		Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12
		Council recommenced hearing verbal submissions by submitters. Submission 2. Dr Jim Samson (Curator) and Mr Richard Scott (Trust’s Vice Chairman) on behalf of the Wairoa District Heritage and Museum Trust; seeking $10,000 funding toward cataloguing the Museum’s transportation related photographic collection. *Mr Mohi re-joined the meeting at 1.30pm.*

Staff Internal Submission to the 2011-12 Annual Plan

Council recommenced consideration of the Council staff’s internal submission.

Mr Newman responded to queries in relation to the requests for carry forward of funds in relation to funding for the Regional Sports Park.

RC22/11

Resolutions

That Council:

14. Approves the carry forward in Project 893-001 (cost code 2395) of $1.25 million from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to provide funding for regional projects within the 2011/12 year, noting that this expenditure is funded $400,000 from the Sale of Land Non-Investment account and $850,000 from loan funding.

Kirton/Dick

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Council recommenced hearing verbal submissions by submitters.

Submission 41. Mr Derek Williams spoke to his submission in relation to issues with water being contaminated by on-site wastewater treatment systems and the resultant disease outbreaks.

Submission 1. Jana Ohlirova (Curator) spoke on behalf of Central Hawke’s Bay Settlers’ Museum, seeking $4600 funding for the purchase of appropriate, secure display cabinets for their taonga Maori artifacts.

4.	Staff Internal Submission to the 2011-12 Annual Plan
	Council recommenced consideration of the Council staff’s internal submission. Mr Newman responded to queries in relation to carrying forward funds relating to the Rugby World Cup and the Hawke’s Bay Cultural Trust Earthquake Exhibition.
RC23/11	Resolutions That Council: 15. Approves the carry forward in Project 874 001 (cost code 2395) of $150,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to assist with the promotion of the Rugby World Cup event, noting that this expenditure is funded from the Sale of Land Non-Investment account. Rose/Scott CARRIED 16. Approves the carry forward in Project 877 001 (cost code 2395) of $100,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12 for the funding of further upgrades to the earthquake Museum display planned as part of the new Museum building project subject to Council’s approval of the final proposal. Scott/Rose CARRIED
3.	Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12
	Council recommenced hearing verbal submissions by submitters. Submission 5. Mirabel Brook spoke to this submission on behalf of Film Hawke’s Bay; seeking a financial contribution of $20,000 toward the organisation’s running costs. Council, in the 2010/11 financial year, made a small financial contribution to assist with the launch of Film HB and development of their website. Submission 25. Angela Hair spoke on behalf of Baywatch Hawke’s Bay. The submission related to the impacts of climate change, Civil Defence preparedness and Council’s State of the Environment monitoring programmes. The submission also seeks Council’s participation in a solar panel scheme (visit the Nelson City Council website for more information on how their scheme works), supports the initiatives to improve air quality in the region and would support additional public transport services, specifically to and from the Regional Sports Park. *The meeting adjourned at 3.10pm and reconvened at 3.25pm.* Submission 22. Mac Kirkwood spoke to his submission on behalf of the Karamu enhancement Group, which supports and appreciates the Council’s Karamu Stream restoration work, in particular Steve Cave. The submission also relates to the review of the Regional Land Transport Strategy and the group’s comments relating to the integrated planning of walk and cycleways in combination with access from roadways and to/from parks and reserves. In relation to his personal submission on the proposed Investment Company, Mr Kirkwood expressed concerns about the structure and reporting lines or accountabilities of the Board, transparency of costs incurred and returns made to the ratepayers, and made the suggestion that there may be reason for Council to lobby central government for law changes. Mr Kirkwood also expressed his strong support for the establishment of the Joint Planning Committee.

Staff Internal Submission to the 2011-12 Annual Plan

Council recommenced consideration of the Council staff’s internal submission.

Mr Newman and Mr Adye addressed queries in relation to recent insurance cost increases and options for future coverage.

RC24/11

Resolutions

That Council:

17. Approves a further sum of $22,400 be set aside in the 2011/12 budget to cover the increased costs of Council’s material damage insurance, noting that the reason for this increase is due to the increased costs of reinsurance brought about because of the Christchurch earthquake, increasing New Zealand’s risk profile.

Von Dadelszen/Rose

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Council recommenced hearing verbal submissions by submitters.

Submission 45. Mayor Yule and Ross McLeod (Chief Executive) spoke in support of the Hastings District Council submission. The submission sought a $300,000 funding contribution to the purchase of land at Waimarama for a coastal reserve. The submission further expressed support for HBRC’s economic development and integrated strategic planning activities, as well as proposals to improve emergency management and statutory planning in the region. The submitter also asks that the Regional Council provides leadership in relation to coastal management.

The meeting adjourned at 4pm on Wednesday 8 June 2011 and reconvened at 9am on Thursday 9 June 2011.

MINUTES OF A meeting of the Regional Council

Date: Thursday 9 June 2011

Time: 9.00am

Present: A J Dick

T Gilbertson

N Kirton

E McGregor

L Remmerswaal

K Rose

C Scott

E von Dadelszen

F Wilson - Chairman

In Attendance: A Newman – Chief Executive

M Mohi – Maori Committee Chairman

EA Lambert – Group Manager External Relations

M Adye – Group Manager Asset Management

L Hooper – Acting Administration Manager

1. WELCOME / APOLOGIES / NOTICES

The Chairman welcomed everyone to the meeting. There were no apologies, nor notices.

Staff Internal Submission to the 2011-12 Annual Plan

Council recommenced consideration of the Council staff’s internal submission.

RC25/11

Resolutions

That Council:

18. Approves the carry forward of Capital Expenditure of $60,000 from 2010/11 to 2011/12 to allow for the utilisation of advice from the Cawthron Institute prior to purchasing coastal monitoring equipment.

Gilbertson/von Dadelszen

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Council recommenced hearing verbal submissions by submitters.

Submission 35. Michelle Wade spoke on behalf of the Cape Coast Community Group (CCCG). The submission requests a partnership relationship with Council and $20,000 seed funding relating specifically to maintenance and landscaping (public art, seating, etc) along the cycle/pathway from Black Bridge to Clifton.

Submission 36. Mr Frizzell spoke on behalf of the WOW Incorporated submission which seeks an HDC/HBRC partnership to progress resource consent applications for coastal protection works to the Environment Court (direct referral) based on the findings of the jointly funded Sargeant report. WOW fully supports construction of groynes as opposed to the ‘do nothing’ or ‘managed retreat’ options. The group believes that the project is of Regional significance and so should be funded by the Regional community. Keith Newman addressed a query relating to funding, explaining that work on modelling options for funding the project had yet to be fully explored. Reports, etc to support an application, plus the actual application process through the Environment Court is estimated to cost in the order of $500,000-600,000.

Submission 10. Mr Jock Mackintosh spoke to the submission lodged by Sports Park Hawke’s Bay. The submission is asking that the $2.5m previously approved for the Velodrome by held in reserve for alternative development at the Park to be confirmed by August 2011.

Submission 11. Ros Stewart spoke to the Creative Hawke’s Bay submission, acknowledging Council’s support and asking that Council retains the $20,000 funding already approved until the Creative Sector’s strategy has been further developed (expected to occur prior to the end of this calendar year).

Submission 34. Mr David George spoke to his submission, in which he expressed his belief that the Council’s involvement with Tourism Hawke’s Bay breaches the Local Government Act and that the best practice tourism model is the hub and spokes/cluster model.

The meeting adjourned at 10.40am and reconvened at 10.55am.

Submission 24. John Springford spoke on behalf of the Guthrie Smith Trust, and their submission on the opportunities they foresee for partnering with Council on recreation, education and biodiversity projects in the Tutira area. The Trust is seeking to establish a close working relationship and strategic partnership with Council.

Submissions 29 (John Hamilton, Waipukurau Rotary Club), 30 (Kate Worsnop) and 33 (Brian Setter). The submissions are in support of a proposed walkway in Central Hawke’s Bay, which would follow the Tukituki River stopbank (true left bank) from the bridge on SH2 just north of Waipukurau to the river’s confluence with the Waipawa River before returning to SH2 long the true right bank of the Waipawa River. Council staff contributions to feasibility and other reports required throughout the planning stage are sought.

Submission 20. Ashley Jevon-Dalgaard spoke to her submission on behalf of New Zealand Horse Recreation (500 members nationally & approximately 80 in HB), which seeks more equestrian recreation access opportunities, including the joint use of existing cycle and walking trails.

Submission 28. Diana Triplow spoke on behalf of the residents of Mary Doyle Lifecare facility’s submission seeking Council’s provision of disability access to the Karamu stream environment for residents (currently 374 residents) of the facility. Mary Doyle would be prepared to contribute $1000 toward the construction of each of the 2 access ways if Council was prepared to meet the funding shortfall.

Submission 40. Diane Vesty spoke in support of the Hawke’s Bay Fruitgrowers Association. One of the main points from the submission was ensuring that policies and rules support the outcomes of the Heretaunga Plains Urban Development Strategy and their implementation. Further, the association supports a ‘whole of catchment’ model in relation to water management and would be supportive of Council’s investigating pathways development for access to fresh fruit and vegetable gate sales in the same way as has been done with wineries.

Submission 46. Paul Trass (GM), on behalf of Basketball Hawke’s Bay, spoke in support of a Regional strategy for sports and recreation facilities and events.

The meeting adjourned at 12.30pm and reconvened at 1.15pm.

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Council recommenced hearing verbal submissions by submitters.

Submission 21. Hugh Richie, on behalf of Hawke’s Bay Federated Farmers (14,000 national members & approximately 7-800 in HB), spoke in support of their submission which mainly supported Council’s activities in the areas of Ruataniwha water storage feasibility investigations, keeping rates rises to a minimum, the use of UAGC and Targeted rates schemes and stakeholders being involved in decisions on where ‘priority’ areas for water related research and investigation are.

Submission 38. Ken Crispin spoke to his submission which asks that Council further the case for increased use of rail for freight and tourism.

Submission 39. Sue Taafe spoke to the Health Promotion Advisory, Health Hawke’s Bay submission requesting that Central Hawke’s Bay and Wairoa be included in future public transport planning, and urging that recreation opportunities be linked with transport.

Submission 8. Dr Joseph Te Rito (Chair) spoke in support of the Puketapu/Fernhill Reserve Trust’s submission requesting $100,000 for development of the reserve.

Submission 6. Brian Chambers spoke in support of the Te Mata Park Trust submission seeking $1.2m funding contribution toward the construction of a new Visitor/Education Centre at the entrance to Te Mata Park. (estimated total cost for the project is $4m).

Submission 44. Dr Nick Jones spoke to the HB District Health Board’s submission which mainly expressed support for Council’s activities in the areas of air quality, water storage and fresh water security, contaminated sites investigations and Civil Defence & Emergency Management. The HB DHB would also encourage Council to explore the possibility of a type of ‘warning system’ or forecasting air quality levels.

The meeting adjourned at 2.55pm and reconvened at 3.15pm, with Councillor Kirton absent.

Submission 7. Brent Linn spoke in support of the HB Agricultural & Pastoral Society submission seeking $25,000 funding to assist it with delivering its program for the benefit of the regional community.

The meeting adjourned at 3.35pm on Thursday 9 June 2011 and reconvened at 9.15am on Friday 10 June 2011.

MINUTES OF A meeting of the Regional Council

Date: Friday 10 June 2011

Time: 9.15am

Present: A J Dick

T Gilbertson

N Kirton

E McGregor

L Remmerswaal

K Rose

C Scott

E von Dadelszen

F Wilson - Chairman

In Attendance: A Newman – Chief Executive

M Mohi – Maori Committee Chairman

P Drury – Group Manager Corporate Services

EA Lambert – Group Manager External Relations

M Adye – Group Manager Asset Management and Biosecurity

G Hansen – Group Manager Water Initiatives

L Hooper – Acting Administration Manager

1. WELCOME / APOLOGIES / NOTICES

The chairman welcomed everyone to the meeting. There were no apologies, nor notices.

Clarification of Funding Available for Open Spaces/Community Facilities

Mr Drury and Mr Newman provided explanations of the Open Spaces Investment and Community Facilities Fund policies, including the background of how the policies were established and the criteria for approving funds to projects as well as funds spent to date and the current position of the accounts.

Mr Hansen also provided information in relation to how Open Space projects were assessed against Council’s policies.

RC26/11

Resolution

1. That Council receives this paper, which sets out the background to the establishment of the $7.5m borrowing facility, the Open Spaces Investment policy, the policy for consideration of Community Facilities Fund applications, the current position of the $7.5m borrowing facility and the current position of the Sale of Land (Non-Investment) account.

Dick/Rose

CARRIED

Investment Company Proposal Submissions

This report was taken as read.

RC27/11

Resolution

1. That Council receives the report.

Gilbertson/Rose

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Council commenced decision making on the submissions received.

Submission 1 Jana Uhlirova, CHB Settlers’ Museum sought funding of $4,600 for the purchase of glass cabinets for museum display purposes.

Although a worthy request, Councillors considered this project to be more locally than regionally significant and therefore did not meet Council criteria for funding.

RC28/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Jana Uhlirova, CHB Settlers Museum.

2. Approves the funding of $4,600 to the CHB Settlers Museum for the purchase of glass cabinets for museum display purposes

Gilbertson/Kirton

LOST

1. Receives the submission from Jana Uhlirova on behalf of CHB Settlers Museum.

2. Declines the CHB Settlers Museum request for $4600.00 and makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Rose/Scott

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 2 Dr Jim Samson, Wairoa District Heritage and Museum Trust sought $10,000 funding toward cataloguing the Museum’s transport related photograph collection.

Although a worthy request, Councillors considered this project to be more locally than regionally significant and therefore did not meet Council criteria for funding.

RC29/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Dr Jim Samson on behalf of Wairoa District Heritage and Museum Trust.

2. Declines the Wairoa District Heritage and Museum Trust request for $10,000.00 and makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/Dick

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 4 Mr W.E Shortt, Friends of “Moko” seeks funding of $1500 to fund a plaque on the base of the statue of Moko the dolphin.

This request did not meet Council’s criteria for funding.

RC30/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr W.E Shortt, Friends of “Moko”.

2. Approves the funding of $1,400 to the Friends of Moko for the purchase of a plaque.

Remmerswaal/Gilbertson

LOST

1. Receives the submission from Mr W.E Shortt on behalf of Friends of “Moko”.

2. Declines the Friends of Moko funding request for $1400.00 and makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Rose/Scott

CARRIED

The meeting adjourned at 10.35 am and reconvened at 10.50am.

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 5 Mirabel Brook, Film Hawke’s Bay” sought funding of $20,000 for the annual running costs for Film Hawke’s Bay. Project 874 (Strategic Partnerships) provides a budget of $120,000 per annum for contributions to outside organisations, which is currently fully committed for the three-year period (2009-2012). Support for additional funding requests for 2011/12 would require additional funds through Project 874, which is sourced from general rates and therefore Councillors declined this request.

It was noted that direction should be given to the submitter as to likely funding sources available.

RC31/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mirabel Brook on behalf of Film Hawke’s Bay.

2. Declines the Film Hawke’s Bay request for $20,000.00 and makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Kirton/Dick

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 6 Mr Brian Chambers on behalf of Te Mata Park Trust Board sought $1,200,000 funding support toward construction of a visitor/education centre at the entrance of Te Mata Park.

Councillors expressed concerns related to whether this project meets Council criteria and the need for further information on feasibility and budgets. Council must be satisfied that any capital investment in such a project will not be used for ongoing operating costs.

RC32/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Te Mata Park Trust Board.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan and instructs staff to bring this Project back to Council through the 2012-22 LTP process, including dialogue with both the Hastings District Council and Te Mata Park Trust Board.

Dick/Scott

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 7 Mr Brent Linn on behalf Hawke’s Bay Agricultural and Pastoral Society sought $25,000 to assist with the delivery of the A&P Society’s programmes.

Councillors expressed regret that this request did not meet Council’s current criteria for funding.

RC33/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Brent Linn on behalf of Hawke’s Bay Agricultural and Pastoral Society.

2. Declines the Hawke’s Bay Agricultural and Pastoral Society request for $25,000 and makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Rose/Scott

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 8 Mr Joseph Te Rito on behalf of Puketapu/Fernhill Reserve Trust sought $100,000 funding from Councils Open Space investment pool for development of the 15.8ha Puketapu/Fernhill Reserve.

Councillors expressed concern that submitters are not given sufficient information on the different forms of Council funding available in order that their applications can be successful in meeting relevant criteria.

RC34/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from the Puketapu/Fernhill Reserve Trust.

2. Declines the Puketapu/Fernill Reserve Trust request for $100,000 and makes no change to the Annual Plan, however considers further assessment of this project.

Kirton/Scott

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 9 Mr Denis O’Reilly – Waiohiki Community Charitable Trust sought $500,000 as an initial contribution to the building of the Waiohiki Community Complex.

Councillors raised the issue of Strategic Partnerships and the need for review of how these are formed and with whom, in addition to how the funding surrounding these should function. Funding for projects of this nature was fully allocated (funded from the general rate) for the 2011/12 financial year and therefore this request was declined.

Note in letter that Council would be happy to provide ongoing support to the development of this exciting project.

RC35/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from the Waiohiki Community Charitable Trust.

2. Declines the Waiohiki Community Charitable Trust request for $500,000 and makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/Rose

8 In favour: 1 Against

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 10 Mr Jock Mackintosh on behalf of Sports Park Hawke’s Bay requests that the $2,500,000 funding allocated to the velodrome be re-allocated to the development of further facilities at the Sports Park subject to approval of subsequent development plans, to be confirmed by August 2011.

Councillors discussed how, if this provision was left in the Annual Plan, any alternative project would still be required to go through Council’s assessment process and meet the same criteria that the Velodrome project did in order for funding to be approved.

RC36/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Jock Mackintosh on behalf of Sports Park Hawke’s Bay.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

McGregor/Rose

6 For: 3 Against

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 11 Ros Stewart – Creative Hawke’s Bay.

Creative HB is currently undergoing a review of their Strategy for delivering services. Councillors expressed their belief that a new organisational strategy may not fit within Council’s funding criteria and may therefore require a completely new assessment process be undertaken.

RC37/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from the Ros Stewart on behalf of Creative Hawke’s Bay.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan, however defers payment of funds until the group’s strategy has been brought to Council for confirmation.

Dick/von Dadleszen

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 12 Adrienne Campbell – Hawke’s Bay Trails Group sought $375,000 funding from the HBRC for the stage 1 construction of 15kms of off-road limestone Winery pathway.

Further investigation of extending pathways (including a ‘wineries’ ride) in HB is explicitly stated within the Annual Plan as drafted and this exploration is ongoing. Concerns were also raised in relation to no application having been made by the Group to HDC for partnering type arrangements or funding when the pathway under discussion was located within that district.

RC38/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from the Hawke’s Bay Trails Group.

2. Declines the Hawke’s Bay Trails Group request for $375,000 and makes no change to the Annual Plan, however requests that staff continue assessment of this project for future development.

Scott/Rose

8 for: 1 Against

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 13 Michael Bassett-Foss on behalf of the Napier Aquahawks Swim Club sought that the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council participates in the development of a Regional Aquatic Facility Strategy jointly with Napier City Council and Hastings and Central Hawke’s Bay District councils.

RC39/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Michael Bassett-Foss on behalf of the Napier Aquahawks Swim Club.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Dick/Scott

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 14 Leanne Cotter-Arlidge sought webcasting of Council meetings at minimal cost to ratepayers.

Councillors expressed their belief that this was a good initiative, aimed at increasing the availability and transparency of Council’s activities and decisions.

RC40/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Leanne Cotter-Arlidge.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

von Dadelszen/Rose

2 For: 7 Against

LOST

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Leanne Cotter-Arlidge.

2. Makes no change to the budget for 2011/12, however instructs staff to bring back to Council the funding alternatives available for the various options including audio recording of Council and Committee meetings.

Scott/McGregor

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 16 Kristen Price on behalf of The Enviroschools Foundation, acknowledges the support of the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council for the Enviroschools programme.

RC41/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Kristen Price on behalf of The Enviroschools Foundation.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/von Dadelszen

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 17 Mr Garth Eyles seeks assurance that Council’s economic development projects will not take funds from the environmental protection and enhancement activities.

The letter to the submitter is to advise that Council has noted the submitter’s concerns and assurance that Council will continue to prioritise land use and associated issues.

RC42/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Garth Eyles.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Dick/Kirton

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 18 Mr James Hunter seeks assurance that council will retain the Land Management team and continue to work alongside farmers.

The letter to the submitter is to advise that Council has noted the submitter’s concerns and assurance that Council will continue to prioritise land use and associated issues.

RC43/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr James Hunter.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Kirton/Dick

CARRIED

Councillor Dick was excused from the meeting at 12.10pm

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 19 Mr John Bostock on behalf of Pure Hawke’s Bay seeks the development of policy in the Hawke’s Bay Regional Policy Statement to preserve Hawke’s Bay Status as a GM Free food producer, focusing the outdoor experimental activities involving GM food and feed crops and commercial GM food production. As an interim measure, the submission asks Council to adopt a precautionary approach and to commit to submitting to ERMA on any application for GM field trials in use in Hawke’s Bay, and to agree to address the status of GMOs as a subject of regulation in the RPS including funding in the 2011/12 year to do so.

Councillors expressed their desire for further consideration to be given to GMO issues, and their willingness for Council to be involved in those investigations. The Regional Policy Statement, however is not a method of ‘regulation’ and is therefore not an appropriate avenue to pursue this through.

RC44/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr John Bostock on behalf of Pure Hawke’s Bay.

Councillor Kirton moved an amendment to resolution 2, seconded by Councillor McGregor.

2. Agrees to address the status of Genetically Modified Organisms by way of community wide consultation and enquiry.

Kirton/McGregor

CARRIED

The amendment when put was CARRIED and hence became the substantive motion.

The meeting adjourned at 12.45pm and reconvened at 1.15pm, with Councillor Dick in attendance and Councillor Kirton absent.

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 15 Mr Tom Belford sought webcasts of Council and Committee meetings and Council’s reconsideration of the $2.5m funding set aside for the Regional Sports Park. The submitter also submitted in support of the Pure Hawke’s Bay and Te Mata Park Trust submissions.

RC45/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Tom Belford.

3. Makes no change to the budget for 2011/12, however instructs staff to bring back to Council the funding alternatives available for the various options including audio recording of Council and Committee meetings.

4. Agrees to address the status of Genetically Modified Organisms by way of community wide consultation and enquiry.

5. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

von Dadelszen/Rose

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 20 Ashley Jevon-Dalgaard on behalf of New Zealand Horse Recreation advocated for more ‘multi use’ pathways in Hawke’s Bay.

Building on the success of the Clive to Havelock North trail, Council is currently developing a 23 km bridal trail from Awatoto to Puketapu and beyond to Hakawhai, due for completion this Spring. As well, staff have periodic meetings with horse riding groups and individuals, with staff encouraging these groups to form a committee to represent all riders, and to further future trail development and maintenance of existing trails.

RC46/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Ashley Jevon-Dalgaard on behalf of New Zealand Horse Recreation.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/Rose

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 21 Mr Kevin Mitchell on behalf of Federated Farmers of New Zealand. Councillors noted the submitter’s support for Council’s achievement of a low increase in overall rates and the continued use of UAGC’s and targeted rates, for Council’s leadership of the current Ruataniwha and Ngaruroro Water Storage projects, as well as for Council’s involvement in the Animal Health Board Vector Control programme.

RC47/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Kevin Mitchell on behalf of Federated Farmers of New Zealand

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/Dick

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 22 Mr Mac Kirkwood on behalf of the Karamu Enhancement Group continues to support the initiatives of Council concerning Te Karamu Stream and records its appreciation for the access it has to Regional Council staff that ensures both groups work together to implement the memorandum of understanding between the two organisations. Te Karamu Enhancement Group originally sought an increase in funding for weed control at Te Karamu however have withdrawn that request subsequent to discussions with HBRC staff about the weed control programme.

RC48/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Mac Kirkwood on behalf of the Karamu Enhancement Group.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Rose/von Dadelszen

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 23 Kate Wilkinson, Minister of Conservation. The submitter expressed support for Council’s efforts in developing a plan change to address land use impacts on the Taharua and upper Mohaka rivers, the continuation of monitoring and investigation of coastal processes to improve planning for climate change and natural hazards, and the proposed review of the region’s gravel resource. The submitter also sought a specific level of service provision and performance target be included within Council’s Annual Plan on the gravel resource activity, the inclusion of recommendations for protection of coastal properties such as recommendations for soft or hard engineering solutions in Council’s reporting on its annual monitoring and investigation programme, and that Council set aside funds in the 2011/12 year to begin work on a Regional Biodiversity Strategy.

RC49/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Kate Wilkinson, Minister of Conservation.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/Rose

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 24 Mr John Springford on behalf of Guthrie Smith Trust believes that their current activities and future plans can offer a unique opportunity to the district and seeks a Strategic partnership arrangement with Council.

Councillors expressed agreement that further dialogue with the Trust be sought in order to develop more partnership opportunities with them.

RC50/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr John Springford on behalf of Guthrie Smith Trust.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Dick/Scott

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 25 Angela Hair on behalf of Baywatch Hawke’s Bay

Councillors were advised that staff have been in discussions with Hastings District Council staff about the possible introduction of a solar panel scheme for Hawke’s Bay. It was also suggested that the submitter be invited to submit to the Regional Passenger Transport Plan document, in relation to the availability of public transportation to/from the Regional Sports Park, when it becomes available for public consultation.

RC51/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Angela Hair on behalf of Baywatch Hawke’s Bay.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan, and instructs staff to continue to pursue, in collaboration with Hastings District Council, setting up a solar panel scheme similar to that offered by Nelson City Council.

Remmerswaal/Dick

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 26 William McCook on behalf of the Animal Health Board

Council asked that congratulations be passed on to Campbell Leckie, for his management of the programme and the positive feedback from the AHB and others.

RC52/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from William McCook on behalf of the Animal Health Board.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/Gilbertson

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 27 Denis Mitchell on behalf of Hawke’s Bay TB Free Committee

Councillors asked that thanks be passed on to Campbell Leckie, for his management of the programme and the positive feedback from the HB TB Free and others.

RC53/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Denis Mitchell on behalf of Hawke’s Bay TB Free Committee.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Rose/Scott

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 28 Diana Triplow on behalf of the residents of Mary Doyle Lifecare

It was suggested that staff continue negotiations with the Centre for completion of the works within the existing ‘discretionary’ project budgets.

RC54/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Diana Triplow on behalf of the residents of Mary Doyle Lifecare.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/von Dadelszen

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 29 John Hamilton on behalf of the Waipukurau Rotary Club supports further planning and development of a pathway in Central Hawke’s Bay.

RC55/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from John Hamilton on behalf of the Waipukurau Rotary Club.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan, but encourages staff to continue discussions and negotiations with submitters.

Dick/Gilbertson

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 30 Kate Worsnop supports further planning and development of a pathway in Central Hawke’s Bay.

RC56/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Kate Worsnop.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan, but encourages staff to continue discussions and negotiations with submitters.

Dick/Gilbertson

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 31 Kohine Rata on behalf of Mataweka Marae supports further planning and development of a pathway in Central Hawke’s Bay.

RC57/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Kohine Rata on behalf of Mataweka Marae.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan, but encourages staff to continue discussions and negotiations with submitters.

Dick/Gilbertson

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 32 Enid and Bob Huck support further planning and development of a pathway in Central Hawke’s Bay.

RC58/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Enid and Bob Huck.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan, but encourages staff to continue discussions and negotiations with submitters.

Dick/Gilbertson

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 33 Mr Brian Setter supports further planning and development of a pathway in Central Hawke’s Bay.

RC59/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Brian Setter.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan, but encourages staff to continue discussions and negotiations with submitters.

Dick/Gilbertson

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 34 Mr David George submitted in relation to the Regional Tourism Organisation. Councillor Dick made note of some of Mr George’s submission points and would pass those on to relevant staff at the RTO.

RC60/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr David George.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Rose/Gilbertson

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 35 Mr Keith Newman on behalf of the Cape Coast Community Group

Excellent work being done in this coastal area by the community. Letter should refer to potential funding partners in Community Development, i.e. HB Tourism Organisation.

RC61/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Keith Newman on behalf of the Cape Coast Community Group

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Dick/von Dadelszen

For: Dick, McGregor, Scott, Gilbertson, Rose, von Dadelszen, Wilson

Against: Remmerswaal

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 36 Anne Redstone on behalf of WOW Incorporated

Clarification was sought as to where funding would come from, should Council decide to provide 50% funding for the resource application process, and the answer was that it would come from the General Rate.

The resolution Council made during last year’s Annual Plan hearing has been reiterated to the group on several occasions, that being “that once the report comes in from Dave Sargeant about the process, the likelihood of them achieving resource consent, and costs of the resource consent process, then Regional Council should step back and assert its role as Regulator.”

RC62/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Anne Redstone on behalf of WOW Incorporated.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/Wilson

For: Dick, McGregor, Scott, Gilbertson, Rose, von Dadelszen, Wilson

Against: Remmerswaal

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 37 Mr Simon Nixon

Provide Mr Nixon with the latest Public Transport report and advise that he can submit to the upcoming review of the Regional Passenger Transport Plan.

RC63/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Simon Nixon.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Dick/von Dadelszen

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 38 Mr Ken Crispin wants to see Rail better utilised.

Councillors sought to reassure the submitter that advocacy for the rail link between Napier and Gisborne would continue.

RC64/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Ken Crispin.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan, however reassures the submitter that the Regional Council and Regional Transport Committee will continue to actively advocate for the retention of the East Coast rail line, and the Council Chairman will express Council’s position in writing to the Minister of Transport.

Dick/Rose

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 39 Sue Taafe on behalf of the Health Promotion Advisory, Health Hawke’s Bay, requests that HBRC includes CHB and Wairoa in future planning and scoping exercises for passenger transport provision, and in particular when developing the Regional Public Transport Plan, and also urges HBRC to include the linking of recreation opportunities and transport in that Plan. Councillors suggested that staff invite Ms Taafe to submit on the Regional Public Transport Plan when it is released for consultation.

RC65/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Sue Taafe on behalf of the Health Promotion Advisory, Health Hawke’s Bay.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

McGregor/von Dadelszen

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 40 Diane Vesty on behalf of the Hawke’s Bay Fruitgrowers Association supported general rates being held static, the Regional Sports Park being developed as a place of national significance, cooperation between the three councils on economic development, incorporating the outcomes of the Heretaunga Plains Urban Development Strategy into the revised Regional Policy Statement, along with ongoing State of the Environment monitoring and metering of water.

Councillors noted the points raised by Ms Vesty and were supportive of staff continuing to maintain a productive working relationship with the Fruitgrowers association and other similar groups.

RC66/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Diane Vesty on behalf of the Hawke’s Bay Fruitgrowers Association.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/McGregor

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 41 Mr Derek Williams

Letter to advise issues in relation to water-borne virus research will be raised at next HBRC-DHB stakeholders’ meeting.

It was further suggested that the information in relation to watercress be made available to members of the Maori committee for further communication to the members of their communities.

RC67/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Derek Williams.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/Gilbertson

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 42 Mr Colin Stone on behalf of Sport Hawke’s Bay

It was confirmed that Council does have responsibility for the planning of sports facilities as part of its infrastructure planning, and it was further suggested that the funding may be granted subject to some conditions.

RC68/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Colin Stone on behalf of Sport Hawke’s Bay

2. Agrees to provide $10,000 funding to Sport Hawke’s Bay subject to the balance of funding being secured, and Council having the funds available within current budgets (General Rates) as well as being involved in the review process.

Dick/Remmerswaal

CARRIED

Mr Mohi was excused at 2.15pm

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 43 Mr Murray Douglas on behalf of the Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce

Councillors took note of the points raised in the submission in relation to raising bus fares, increasing budgets by the cost of living and establishment of Business HB.

RC69/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Murray Douglas on behalf of the Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Rose/McGregor

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 44 Dr Kevin Snee on behalf of the Hawke’s Bay District Health Board

Councillors noted the DHB’s support and suggestions, and encouraged Council staff to continue discussions with the DHB to maintain this important, collaborative relationship between the two organisations.

RC70/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Dr Kevin Snee on behalf of the Hawke’s Bay District Health Board.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/McGregor

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 45 Hastings District Council:

a. seeks a contribution of $300,000 from HBRC to assist HDC to purchase an area of 5.9ha of land at Waimarama from the Society of Mary as a coastal reserve

b. supports the HBRC proposals in respect of economic development, and integrated strategic planning

c. seeks HBRC leadership around coastal management

d. supports the HBRC proposals for emergency management and for statutory planning

Councillors noted that, in relation to coastal management in the Haumoana/Te Awanga/Clifton area, Council would now be stepping back to fulfil its role as regulator both through any consent processes and the proposed Regional Coastal Environment Plan.

In relation to Civil Defence Emergency Management, Councillors wished to stress the importance of HDC’s active involvement in implementing the upcoming changes to the Group structure and location.

RC71/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Hastings District Council

2. Agrees to provide $300,000 funding to assist Hastings District Council with the purchase of 5.9ha of land at Waimarama for a coastal reserve.

von Dadelszen/Rose

CARRIED

3. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/McGregor

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 46 Mr Paul Trass on behalf of Basketball Hawke’s Bay

Councillors agreed with the submitter, that the strategic identification and development of regional sports facilities is a region-wide issue and would encourage Mr Trass or another representative of Basketball HB to participate in the review of the Regional Sport and Active Recreation Strategy.

RC72/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Mr Paul Trass on behalf of Basketball Hawke’s Bay

Scott/Rose

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 47 James Morgan on behalf of Hawke’s Bay Knowledge Bank.

The next step in the implementation of the Regional Archives Strategy is to seek comments from the territorial authorities and organisations with interests in archiving, including the Knowledge Bank. Councillors therefore encouraged Mr Morgan’s active participation in that process, which will feed into the 2012-22 Long Term Plan process.

RC73/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from James Morgan on behalf of Hawke’s Bay Knowledge Bank.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/Gilbertson

CARRIED

Submissions on the Draft Annual Plan 2011/12

Submission 3 Kathryn Bayliss. Councillors noted the points raised in the submission.

RC74/11

Resolutions

That Council:

1. Receives the submission from Kathryn Bayliss.

2. Makes no change to the Annual Plan.

Scott/Rose

CARRIED

Closure:

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 2.35pm on Friday, 10 June 2011.

Signed as a true and correct record.

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