Tuesday, 14 October 2008, 7.30 pm
Present: Graham McLaughlin, Jack Fry, Pat Hanley, Tim Sheppard, Dagmar Pesendorfer, Gill England, Euon Murrell, Nick Leggett, Robyn Moore, Dene Wade, Stu Farrant, Kate Dreaver
Residents: Karen Apperley, Anne Johnston
Porirua City Council: Clive Amsty, Linda Kerkmeester, Peter Mattich
Apologies: Graham McLaughlin
Minutes: approved as distributed
Matters Arising:
- NAP: Chair to write to PCC and MPs regarding lack of progress.
- Plan of skate park requested for the web site.
- Telecom towers and also NZ Communications Ltd. on same site – Robyn to write to PCC for clarification and concerns.
Financial Report: $44.00 on hand
Correspondence: none
Marine Protection
Following letter from Ministry of Fisheries it was agreed to support extension of Rahui and seek a regulation to provide long-term protection. (Robyn, Stu)
Village Planning
- Skateboard bowl: $20,000 in grants received by the Skate Park Society. Check for tree roots in the area – Ian Barlow to follow up. Lighting not included in current contract.
- Planning for south area of Ocean Parade: Funds on hand for project next year.
Civil Defence
- Jack is planning a First Aid Course which will be provided by Red Cross at a cost of $25/per person, which is half-price. It will consist of 2-4hr sessions. Need 20 people to make it viable.
- Jack also outlined a new service called Readynet, for use in an event of emergency. Vulnerable people requiring assistance can be registered on the site.
Other Business
- Rural Review: Peter Mattich, PCC, provided an update on the review. Our appreciation of the early input sought on this review was conveyed to Council.
- Pukerua Bay Bypass – Karen reported that a meeting to discuss the possibility of a bypass was attended by 22 people. Practical options for a bypass are being explored. It is believed that it would be possible to have a bypass that would avoid houses at the north end of Pukerua Bay. Also would need to identify an area to be designated for a bypass.
The Residents’ Association Committee indicated that they do not have a position on a bypass at this time. The focus is on getting Transit to carry out the work required to improve safety along State Highway 1.
Meeting closed