Presentation Notes - Local Board 6 March 2012

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Patumahoe Village Inc Notes for presentation to Local Board 6 March 2012Page 1 of 17

LOCAL BOARD PRESENTATION inc reference to LTCCP6 March 2012Notes for slides for Patumahoe Village Inc

Slide 1: Background

As a community group we have investedconsiderable effort in researching thefuture of our Village. There has beensubstantial well documented consultationwith our community. Volumes of literatureon community planning has been read viapublications and websites. Many communitymeetings and exchanges of information viawebsite, email and phone have takenplace. Our conclusion is that the future

plans and aspirations for Village Communities by Auckland Council is very much

in line with our thoughts.

There is much talk of Sustainable Villages and some key points from theAuckland Council Unleashed document and Sustainable Aotearoa are as follows:

1 More concentrated living in CBDs and urban nodes. Depopulation ofsprawling suburbs as citizens prefer to shift to semi-rural; village environments.2 Less dependence on cars3 Greater reliance on walking, biking and public transport4 Village space is an important part of life5 There are more shared facilities

6 Energy is less dependent on fossil fuels and sourced more locally7 The physical community is thriving locally. Food recreation and decisionmaking is more local8 Employment is more diverse and home based9 The natural environment is enhanced10 Creative talents are mustered and innovative ideas delivered on

Slide 2: Patumahoe as at October 2011

Take a moment to view the village ofPatumahoe as at October last year.

We can see that unusually, Patumahoe has atransport hub accompanied by a centralcouncil reserve. This reserve has an oldWar Memorial Hall on a 100yr lease toPatumahoe Rugby as its social clubrooms, afunctioning Volunteer Fire Station and also

facilities for changing rooms for rugby, touch and cricket and clubrooms andplaying areas for tennis and bowling. It also encompasses the two main rugby

fields and the primary village cricket pitch. There is an area of unused land thatwas intended for the development of another bowling green.


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Other reserves can be seen: the Clive Howe reserve which accommodatesspillovers from the Patumahoe Rugby and Touch clubs, and the PatumahoePrimary School. Here we see the recent acquisition of bushland on a steepcontour in Clive Howe, and the stormwater reserve in the Woodhouse Road Stage1 subdivision.

From this perspective, it is also possible to view the impact the current and

future residential developments will have on the village. Especially consideringthe higher density and larger houses that will result. For decades, Patumahoegrowth has been slow and measured, and now it is more than doubling inpopulation numbers within a few years. If all the land currently designated orunder development is taken up, the Patumahoe village area population will riseto 2,500. For reference, the size of Tuakau in the 2005 census.

Our project was implemented to work in partnership with community andcouncil to find ways to mitigate the negative effects of this, whileaccommodating the need for growth.

Slide 3: CategoriesTo determine genuine village priorities wecollated the information received duringconsultation and divided it into categories:1. Village Character2. Village Aesthetic3. Multi-Use community centre4. Planning Zoning issues5. Transport Traffic, Walkways, Cycleways,Public Transport

6. Natural environment Ecological corridors, regeneration and pest control7. History/Heritage8. Parks & Recreational Land

Each category was considered in the following manner: Suggestions received from the community; Planning advice received from council low impact design and spatial

planners, Additional information relating to existing council plans or proposed

changes.

As many of these categories overlap, proposals or solutions for one often impactspositively on others. Alternatively, when viewed from multiple aspectsdetrimental impacts on other categories can be identified and alternate ormodified proposals can be designed.

Conclusions drawn in each category are accurate as of October 2011. All thesecategories and connections have been considered when developing oursubmissions to Auckland Council.

We acknowledge that these conclusions will change over time and our proposal

to Auckland Council reflects this.

For the full consultation document please visit the website:www.patumahoe.org.nz and view the Patumahoe Village Inc pages.

1.1.1. Village characterVillage characterVillage character

2.2.2. Village aestheticVillage aestheticVillage aesthetic

3.3.3. MultiMultiMulti---use community centreuse community centreuse community centre

4.4.4. PlanningPlanningPlanning Zoning issuesZoning issuesZoning issues

5.5.5. TransportTransportTransport

6.6.6. Natural EnvironmentNatural EnvironmentNatural Environment

7.7.7. History/HeritageHistory/HeritageHistory/Heritage

8.8.8. Parks & Recreational LandParks & Recreational LandParks & Recreational Land


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In addition, each sporting club with facilities existing in Patumahoe, wereapproached with the request of their facility needs for at least 30 years into thefuture. This is critical to planning Patumahoes future requirements because thecontour of the land around the village centre - where sports is traditionallylocated - limits the options that will be available when residential developmentis taken up.

Patumahoe Rugby indicated they would like an additional one or two fields totheir existing fields. Patumahoe Cricket and Tennis clubs determined thatexisting facility capacity would be sufficient. Patumahoe Bowling Club requiresan immediate upgrade to their green, and last year underwent a review processfor the club. However, they are still in a situation at present where they requirefunding for a new green and continuing maintenance.

Planning advice and approaches were also given by planners from the LowImpact Design team within Auckland Council, and further advice was obtainedfrom planners within the spatial planning team. Existing legislation wasreferenced, and submissions towards the Auckland Plan, and Local Board planswere made.

We will outline how we began the process in the following slides:

Slide 4: Ecological corridors and sites

On advice from the Low Impact Design planners,we identified the ecological corridors and siteswithin and around Patumahoe that or of

significance, or provide access corridors betweencommunity areas. These include features such asstreambeds, the summit of Patumahoe Hill as thehighest point in the village, native bush areas,

natural water features, waterfalls etc. At this stage, no consideration is given toownership as this exercise is used to provide the basic framework by identifyinglocations which will never be built environments.

Slide 5: Walkways & cyclewaysOnce this framework has been established, it becomes

possible to see likely walking and cycling routes . Within

the village priority would be given to routes that linknatural environments and amenities, such as access to

waterfalls and bush, or links between residential

development and schools, playcentres, retail and

sports/community facilities. Priority would also be given

to supporting cycling as a serious transport mode

between the village and Pukekohe. Increasing traffic volumes and increasing numbers of

cyclists combined with roads not designed for both is an area needing an integrated

approach. Build it and they will come really does work.


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Slide 6: ZoningPatumahoe is identified as requiring 3.0 ha ofcommercial zones by the DGS. We believethat identification of the location of thislanduse is critical to enhancing the liveableareas of Patumahoe while still allowing

economic activity and growth.We ask that commercial zoning withinPatumahoe be divided by category and thesecategories will cater to different types ofbusiness while not prohibiting them.

Category 1: Retail, hospitality and professional office spaces.Category 2: Trades and light industryCategory 3: Heavy industry

Category 1 will be encouraged and supported within the central village area,with the other categories being located and supported at greater distances fromthe hub.

Both community consultation and planning advice identify the currently ownedcouncil reserves as the most ideal place for Category 1, with the addedrequirement that existing green spatial areas are retained and enhancedalongside development.

This gives council a unique opportunity to strategically design a village centrethat will accommodate planned growth, while maintaining and enhancing

existing community social, cultural and historical values.

We map possible locations for these categories we can see how considereddevelop will enhance the community hub that currently exists.

Slide 7: Suitable land for active sports reservesThese sites are identified because of theirlocation, contour and geological character.

Slide 8: Basic groundwork for preliminaryVillage Spatial planWhen the previous four slides are overlaid oneover the other, it becomes apparent that a soundbase for a Village Spatial Plan has been created


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Slide 9: Including the existing village structure..especially when you include the existing villagestructure. This was the basis used to determinehow to best meet the needs of Patumahoe Villagefor years to come so we can take the prioritiesgiven by consultation and planning advice and

apply them to this groundwork. For an example ofhow this can work we can look at this area here indicate Whakaupoko project and purple

highlighted properties for landuse change

Slides 10-13 relate to a successful partnership of community and Council,with our community group partners Whakaupoko Landcare who also arerepresented in the Village Inc committee

WhakaupokoLandcare Simple MonitoringLandcare Trust Conference 2012

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sites

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Slide 14: Whakaupoko Landcare project and rezoning it requiresBefore we begin to show what can beachieved with a commitment to partnershipfrom Auckland Council, here is an example ofhow community consultation, property

owners and Auckland Council can worktogether to get a positive outcome for all.This project required only coordinationbetween stakeholders so was possible to

initiate immediately. The smell of a Chicken Farm on the Village boundary and aproposed walkway on the Village boundary connecting bush has been thecatalyst.

We will be making a written submission for a Landuse change to finalise theproject.

In line with comments received during consultation, we support the currentrequest for change of Landuse for the properties identified below:

A: CT number: NA39A/275 Legal Description: Lot 1 DP 82415 Area: 0.8094Change from RURAL to RESIDENTIAL. Already within DGS and connects adjoining property noted in B toexisting residential area.

B: CT number: NA139D/495 Legal Description: Lot 2 DP211908 Area: 3.1125Change from RURAL to RESIDENTIAL.

Adjoining DGS on boundary line, and change of landuse will allowcompensatory development of residential as existing chicken farm isremoved. Consultation has indicated this extra residential area isconsidered preferable to existing land use.


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C: CT number: NZ139D/496 Legal Description: Lot 3 DP211908 Area: 5614Change from RURAL to RURAL-RESIDENTIAL or appropriate lifestyle blocks.Project with Whakaupoko Landcare and Auckland Council allows for publicaccess across land to link existing native bush reserves Clive Howe andHenrys Bush. These reserves currently have no walking track access, andthis would be the first such off road access in the village. Steep land

contour makes it unsuitable for alternative primary production use.

A brief summary of the benefits to all in the community are as follows:1 The chicken farm located so close to the Village and within 250 metres of

the School, although well run everyone would love to see it disappear.This provides the Landowner an option where they can discontinuefarming chickens and not be financially disadvantaged.

2 The 3 zoning changes will result in a greater population in a part of theVillage that is ideally located for more people. The School is no morethan 300m from any of the existing properties and no main roads arecrossed to get to the school or main Village area

3 The current proposed walkway can be potentially further enhanced withsecuring of permanent access and further area for revegetation in thegully area that will benefit all.

4 This proposal requires no commitment of funds from Auckland Council..

Slides 15 -20: Pictures of AucklandTransport initiative Traffic calming

An example of how important it is to have a

Patumahoe Village Spatial Plan forAuckland Transport to refer to is shown bythe recent installation of traffic calmingmeasures in Patumahoe village.

Once again, although we agree with theintent we believe that best practice and

outcomes are achieved when a one-size-fits-all approach is only one of thepossible methods of implementation.

In our previous submissions to Auckland Council we had also indicated that we

would like traffic calming devices to be installed at the four road entrances tothe village.

We proposed planting and signage at entrances to the built area, inconjunction with cobblestone (or similar) strips to physically remind driversthat they need to reduce speed and are now entering a built environment,

What we required from Auckland Council and Transport was review, consentsand roadworks the rest would have been a community project,

Without consultation or notification, the new traffic calming measures wereinstalled as part of a Franklin wide initiative around rural schools with a rollof 200 or more.

Unfortunately this project has led to confusion on the part of pedestrians,cyclists and drivers alike and has created pinch points in the road that


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increases the likelihood of accident and injury, at a location where nonepreviously existed,

Comments received from the community has indicated that the otheradditions further down the road in Patumahoe are also hazards, as kids rideinto the traffic to avoid the build-outs and also, get stuck in the designed slotwith their bicycles, unable to turn their front wheel to avoid sticking out inthe roadway. Pushchairs and prams avoid these points altogether, and

drivers and pedestrians alike are unsure of whether these are formal crossingpoints,

Alongside these safety concerns is the visual impact of large neon signs anduprights in a rural village that despite mixed vehicle use and high trafficvolume, does not have traffic lights.

Poor Planning Top down reaction planning(Request to slow traffic around schools with resulting solution involving

little community consultation)

3.3m from kerb edge to centre. Car passes wide overcentre line with a blind corner coming up. Safe???

Note corner behind is only 60 metres fromthe kerb. Good visibility Yeah, Right

Throw in a truck even more room

Yeah Right!!! (maximum vehicle width = 2.6m)

We believe that a formal documented Village Spatial Plan for Patumahoe wouldavoid future anomalies such as this, while allowing improved safety in a mannerconsistent with the village as a whole.


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Slides 21 - 23: Increased costs can result from regulatory requirementscoupled with the inability (or reluctance) to adjust to individual situations

For example, the Hunter Rood walkway loop whichwe fully support. This is a recreational and wellutilised route, which poses concerns on the two legsthat are along Woodhouse Road and Patumahoe

Road. When FDC was still operational, much workhad been done to secure funding and donations sothat a slag footpath could be constructed at a costof $30,000. For this, users of the recreational route

would be removed from the 100km roads and vehicles. However, FDC did notissue a consent. When the matter was raised with the new Auckland Council,Auckland Transport required this walkway to be upgraded to a concrete footpath and costs are now $110,000 for the Woodhouse leg, and $130,000 for thePatumahoe stretch.

We believe the decision to provide this route is one to be applauded butconsider the following points to be relevant:

In our submission for the change of Landuse to residential for properties inPatumahoe Road, we submitted that in accordance with the landuse changeshould come a requirement to extend the footpath from Patumahoe School tothe boundary of the properties. This would have reduced the cost to AucklandTransport and have been a reasonable request to make of the propertyowners;

The requirement for a concrete footpath outside the villagebuilt environment seems inappropriate. If lateral thinking

had been applied it may have been possible to class thisportion of the route as a bridleway as this photo shows it isused as a route for horseriders as well as recreationalwalkers and joggers Slide 22 and once again reduced costs, appropriatefinish for rural environment, and suitable continuation of concrete pathway inthe built area,

Slide 23 (duplicate of Slide 21) - From our understanding the footpath is tobe created in two stages, the first being the Patumahoe leg, and the secondthe Woodhouse Road leg. As it is not obvious how this priority came about, wesubmit that the most dangerous part of the route is the Woodhouse Road legas drivers are moving at 100km already and do not need to slow down until the

village, and the Patumahoe Rd leg drivers are already at speeds of 50km orless having just driven through the village and most would be aware of therailway crossing that occurs just outside the village itself. Our priority wouldhave been the Woodhouse Road leg,

As no Patumahoe Village spatial plan exists, this walkway and its aestheticsdid not have a reference document to apply these criteria to, and so onceagain a standalone project is undertaken that has significant financial costsand impacts on the whole village without consideration for a wider view.

We are aware also that the decision (which once again we support) was made

without the inclusion of the original submitters, the Travelwise contact personat Patumahoe school, or Patumahoe Village Inc all of whom have madesubmissions on this route and had appropriate knowledge and information tohand.


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Slide 24: Rural village with a green heart

The community consultation overwhelminglyindicated that residents value the greenspace that currently exists in the middle ofPatumahoe village in the form of the councilreserve which is home to a variety of clubs

and facilities. Just as equally, they considerthis location to be the most suitable for theincrease in Category 1 commercial

development, so this dual requirement is most important to consider for longterm planning and creating a Patumahoe Village Spatial Plan.

However it is managed, we believe that with forward planning, increaseddevelopment can be accompanied with enhanced liveability and reduced ongoingcosts.

Slide 25 : Initial proposal of pushing outreserve to the side Village centre

Whether by negotiation with landowners forchange of use, fundraising and purchase bycommunity, or long term leasing from Councilwe believe the first step towards maintainingand improving the liveability of Patumahoewill be the acquisition of land to replace theloss of reserve that will eventually occur in

the middle of Patumahoe.

In this instance, Auckland Council is in a position to address this situation, as theland is currently council owned. Also, development contributions will bereceived towards the purchase of land as developments occur creating a fundingsource that can be supplemented by fundraising and grant applications.

This is a possible land acquisition that shows how a staged reconfiguration canbegin. Land necessary for continuing the active sports fields is identified,Land required to accommodate a central facility in a suitable location is shown this will also be the location of upgraded tennis and netball courts whenrequired,

after this stage part of the central area will be available for rezoning as avillage green with accompanying Category 1 commercial and residentialbusiness.

Advantages of Option 1

Existing location of sports clubs and activities is preserved, and enhanced byaddition of other uses within a multi-use hub.

Development and design of commercial area in this pivotal central location isdetermined by local community,

Allow for staged replacement of existing clubs by commercial zoning and

village green in line with private development, and without interfering withcontinued use,


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Cultivates a green heart to the village, which includes a formallydesignated village green and which is often not possible in establishedcommunities

Disadvantages of Option 1

Land adjoining current reserve and most appropriate for extension is alreadyzoned residential and therefore is expensive to purchase. Patumahoe VillageInc supports the rezoning of alternate land as a negotiation tool, if Auckland

Council is willing to undertake it with the owners of this property Under Franklin District Council guidelines, using their population figures and

their commitment to Karaka Sportspark it is unlikely that Patumahoe will bein line with the purchase of extra sports fields. However, as mentionedpreviously population figures are inaccurate, and our submission defines ourperspective in terms of allocation methods for rural villages. Our plan alsoidentifies that current reserve space is ideally placed for future commercialdevelopment, and timely purchase of extra reserve space will not onlyguarantee continued village aesthetics and values, but make sure the heartof the village is not fragmented in the future by lack of available

undeveloped land. Results in surfeit of active sports fields for a period, while development andredesign of central area takes place. This can be accommodated by a changeof ownership to a trust, community-council partnership or a lease purchaseby the community of the land that needs to be redesigned.

Slide 26: Option 2: an alternativeapproach..relocate active sports fields in otherlocation and keep village area for multi-use facility and Category 1 commercial

and residential.

Advantages of Option 2

Creates a natural barrier betweenfuture higher density residentialdevelopment and existing lifestyleblocks, in a location geographically

and ecologically suited for its purpose, Can be purchased and developed without impacting on existing use areas.

Becomes first stage in redevelopment of existing council reserve, Rural zoning reduces cost of acquisition, although Patumahoe Village Inc

supports rezoning of suitable land as a negotiation tool as a method ofcompensating landowners for purchase, remaining development levies can beutilised for development of land and other priorities,

Allows for considered development of community reserves which may or maynot include other community uses, such as skateparks or exercise circuits,

Creates islands of green that can be linked in a spatial plan within the builtform of the village while maintaining the central green heart,

Will allow parking spaces to be utilised as commuter spaces during the week,and sports parking on the weekends without interfering with the commercialfunctioning of the village,

Will link to proposed railway corridor route and highlights existing boundarynative bush plantings.


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Disadvantages of Option 2 Under Franklin District Council guidelines, using their population figures and

their commitment to Karaka Sportspark it is unlikely that Patumahoe will beable to justify purchase of extra sports fields. However, as mentionedpreviously population figures are inaccurate, and our submission defines ourperspective in terms of allocation methods for rural villages. Our plan alsoidentifies that current reserve space is ideally placed for future commercial

development, and timely purchase of extra reserve space will not onlyguarantee continued village aesthetics and values, but make sure the heartof the village is not fragmented in the future by lack of availableundeveloped land.

Results in surfeit of active sports fields for a period, while development andredesign of central area takes place. This can be accommodated by a changeof ownership to a trust, community-council partnership or a lease purchaseby the community of the land that needs to be redesigned.

Requires relocation of changing facilities for new sports fields while clubfunctions and meetings can be accommodated in a new multi-use facility.

Slide 27: Village centre

Whatever the final choice is, when definedviewed from an outcomes perspective therequirement is this:

Identify land acquisition that will: Allow for future consolidation of

existing sports facilities into one

centre which also will cater to a widerremit,

Allow for upgrading of tennis courts when suitable (and addition of netballcourt) to be included alongside this centre,

Maintain as minimum existing active sports green fields (ie. two rugbyfields, which accommodate a cricket pitch) this is not shown here in thisexample

When all upgrades and consolidation is achieved, then reconfiguration ofremaining council reserve can be undertaken to include Category 1commercial zoning & residential AND a formal village green appropriate tothe rural village category that Patumahoe has

Retain existing 100yr leased Patumahoe Rugby clubrooms and PatumahoeVolunteer Fire Station.

This is what a considered Patumahoe Village Spatial Plan can achieve withoutmuch more than commitment by Auckland Council to implement the plan, andallocation of development contributions as they are collected.


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Slide 28: Consolidation facility size screenshot of community centre in Patumahoe

Multi-purpose centre

We believe that consolidation and consideredreconfiguration of the current facilities will be

the best solution to maintain and enhancecommunity life,

We believe that if coordinated with ongoing residential development, thedevelopment contributions can make a good funding base for this centre.

Once again from an outcome perspective the requirements are: Colloborative consolidation of existing sports facilities and playing areas

aligned with a Patumahoe Village Spatial Plan, Inclusion of wider community of stakeholders in design and process to

accommodate and serve the diversity of community, eg. Playcentre, arts& crafts, older residents, teenagers etc,

Centre appropriately sized for Patumahoe, Pre-empt the requirement for ongoing maintenance costs and upgrades of

separate facilities, Intention to become self-sustaining by generating income from

commercial uses and increased patronage.

Slide 29: Aerial shot of Moutere hillsWe are in the process of scheduling a trip withinitial stakeholders to investigate successful

models on a similar scale. This will alsoencourage frank discussion of ideas, as well asupskilling stakeholders with planningconsiderations and effects.

Slide 30: Time warp jump to a possible outcome.

Short video of a 3D model, using real-sized models toshow how the consolidation of facilities and commercialspace can fit into existing reserve. Both PatumahoeRugby clubrooms and Patumahoe Volunteer Firestationare preserved in their current locationsNOTE: This is just a visual aid to discussion, our submission is that a professionalplanning team work on a Patumahoe Village Structure & Spatial Plan for thecommunity.Video can be found by following the link on the Local Board Presentation 6 March2012, on Patumahoe Village Inc section of www.patumahoe.org.nz

Slide 31: Video of how the Dutch got their cycleways.Available on http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuBdf9jYj7o


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Slide 32: Walkways & Cycling infrastructure

We believe Franklin has an opportunity to becomeknown for cycle recreation and tourism. Nelson CityCouncil has embraced this approach and as well ascreating specific trails, have also just identifiedexisting routes that are suitable for cyclists to travel

on.

We would expect the Patumahoe Village Spatial planto include a network of possible walking/cycling tracks that can beaccommodated by development design and that creates a cohesive network oflinks within the built village environment.

We are also investing a railway corridor to begin a wider remit to connect toother communities. Both of these considerations can be accommodated,without Auckland Transport requirements as they are off road.

Given the flat nature of topography, the school, the central location of thevillage, and the new peripheral subdivision developments, there is a clear needfor the provision of safe walking infrastructure on connecting streets and roads.Recreational cycling is also popular in the area and there are opportunities toprovide for safe cycling for children to access the school, the village centre, andthe sports fields.

Increasing local development and increasing development in adjacent villagesand communities (Kingseat) is inevitably leading to more traffic which increasesthe focus on transport safety. While there is a road hierarchy map in place

prepared by Franklin District Council there is a need to reconsider that plan, inorder to ensure that finer grain requirements such as the provision for walkingand cycling is provided for in transport planning documents. Transport andtraffic concerns are a major priority for our community. The development of aPatumahoe Transport Master Plan is urgent and an area that the community hasasked for and will continue to request a collaboration with Auckland Transport.This is to be a fine grain analysis of walking, cycling, parking, access traffic,through and heavy traffic. Considering key origins and destinations andidentifying and prioritising transport improvements/development.Cycle routes signposted?

However, we do believe that traffic calming measures such as the ones outlinedpreviously, will be required especially when the Kingseat Road development goesahead.

Slide 33: How can this be achieved?? Fundingand commitment

Development contributions from ongoingresidential developments will go towardsproviding a funding base, alongside fundraisingefforts and grant applications.

We propose that a specific Patumahoe VillagePlanning committee/board is created. Representatives from each existing club


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will be on the board, in order to act as a conduit of information to and fromeach club. Also, invitations to the local schools, playcentre, fire service,businesspeople and residents will also be issued so that a full and reflective viewof the community can be held when setting priorities and projects.

When development takes place, the board will already have a list of projects prioritised in order of importance. These priorities will obviously change

depending on which development takes place and the scale of impact. To allowfor this, each time a development is in consent or implementation a review ofthis list will then be undertaken, with consultation and communication to thelocal community about changes via meetings, newsletters and website postings.

When this process is completed, the board will confirm with the Local Boardwhere Patumahoe would like the Parks & Reserves, and Community levies to bespent in accordance with the result.


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Advantages of this proposal: Village Planning Committee/Board will reflect the views and priorities of the

Patumahoe community as it naturally changes due to growth and over time, Local community members are continually upskilling in terms of planning and

growth considerations and this results in a wider view of how different needsinteract and are accommodated,

Local projects to offset this growth are determined and funded by

development contributions as growth occurs and so acts as a restorativebalance for village life;

Projects are determined by local stakeholders and those with the best insightinto their community with support from the Local Board,

Local Board members are elected every three years, and it is likely thatduring that time, many do not have direct knowledge of small communitiessuch as Patumahoe, this structure will allow good decision making to occurdespite this,

A long term vision of Patumahoe can ensure a coordinated transition thatstrengthens and enhances current village networks sporting, social, business

and schooling as the population increases.

We ask that our Local Board assist with the continuation of this communityservice by purchasing space on our local website and within our quarterlynewsletters.

Slides 35 - 36: What our submission to Auckland Council regarding the LTCCPwill include:

To summarise we ask for:

We would like the Local Board to supportand the 2012-2022 LTP to include:In general:

That development contributions to beallocated within communities, andallocated with substantive communityinvolvement in determining prioritiesand projects,

A Rural village designation to allowfor development of separate reserveallocation for village greens, andacknowledgement of different requirements for parks and reservesallocations to offset the lack of other amenities for residents and surroundingareas,

Auckland Transport planning be closely coordinated with the spatial plans toprevent disjointed projects, and improve outcomes,

Establish a community planning framework that can act as a reference forLocal Boards and community groups to see how partnerships betweenorganisations can improve outcomes and support initiatives when they occur,

Outcome driven legislation and plans rather than specific rules which applyto all, and are relevant to few.

Allocation of Parks & Reserves and c ommunity levies f rom local development to bespent locally

rural village designation to allow for village green reserve, and have parks & reservesallocations defined to reflect lack of access to other community funded facilities andamenities

close co-ordination of Auckland Transport and Auckland Council planning andimplementation processes

establishment of Village Planning network similar to award winning Porirua VillagePlanning programme

Legislation and planning documents written to specify outcomes, rather than specificrules to apply to all and relevant to none

General LTCCP 2012-2022


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Patumahoe specific: Planning resources be provided by

Auckland to design and implementa Village Spatial Plan forPatumahoe that utlises theconsultation and communitydesigns we have compiled. This

plan is to be included in the LTCCPfor 2012-2022 as a referencedocument,

Support for a locally designednetwork of walking and cyclingroutes within and around the village when considering such spending in thelocality, and processing development applications when they occur,

Identification of both public and private ecological and historical sites withinthe village and its close environs that may be accessed and enhanced in thefuture,

Change of landuse as specified by the Whakaupoko Landcare project, Acquisition of land such as defined by Options 1 and 2, or any alternative

that will achieve the same long-term objectives of reconfiguration of centralcouncil reserve that have been mentioned,

Further designation of commercial zoning into Categories 1, 2 and 3 Support for a sustainably designed village sized multi-use community centre,

to reflect the diversity of our community and catchment population andimprove the liveability of our village for existing and future residents ,

Coordinated management with community and Auckland Transport withprojects that impact on Patumahoe village,

Indirect financial support of our consultation methods by purchasing space on

our website and community newsletters.

Slides 36-39 Sketches of 3D possibility model. ending with Slide 40(duplicate of Slide 1)

Planning resources to create Patumahoe Village Structure and/or Spatial Plan

Allocation of Parks & Reserves and community levies from local development

Support for walkway/cycleway network

Documented identification of ecological and historical sites

Change of landuse designations as defined by planning processes above

Division of Commercial landuse into appropriate categories 1, 2 and 3

Support for multi-use community centre

Acquisition of land necessary to achieve long term objectives:

Staged upgrade and relocation of playing areas as required,

Retain existing level of facilities and amenities within existing central reserve,

Allow for consolidation of existing sports areas and facilities into centre with extended remit,

Accommodate future category 1 commercial space and village green within the central hub

Ongoing process and coordination with Auckland Council, Auckland Transport and Patumahoe

Village Planning committee on p rojects that impact on Patumahoe village

Indirect financial support of consultation by purchase of space on website and newsletter

Patumahoe village LTCCP 2012- 2022


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