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Decisions made at the 15 August 2024 Community Board Meeting

23 August 2024

Every month the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board meets and makes decisions on behalf of the community. Our last meeting was on the 15 August and the following decisions were made.

The next Community Board meeting takes place Thursday 12 September 2024 from 4:00 pm in the Beckenham Boardroom at South Christchurch Library and Service Centre, 66 Colombo Street.

Reports considered and decisions made

A summary of the reports that were considered in the following order and the decisions made during this Community Board meeting

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2024/00067 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part B

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the correspondence report dated 15 August 2024 from Jane Woodill in relation to the request for no-stopping restrictions on Ruskin Street and refers to staff for investigation and response back to the Community Board.

2. Receives the information in the correspondence report dated 15 August 2024 from Keven Ravenhill in relation to road layout issues at the Colombo/Dyers/Cashmere/Centaurus Road roundabout and refers to staff for investigation and response back to the Community Board.

3. Receives the information in the correspondence report dated 15 August 2024 from Jocelyn Levett in relation to safety concerns at the Tennyson Street cycle lane intersection with Eastern Terrace and refers to staff for investigation and response back to the Community Board.

4. Receives the information in the correspondence report dated 15 August 2024 from Megan Woods and Tracey McLellan in relation to their support for a memorial for the former Sunnyside psychiatric patients buried in unmarked graves at Sydenham Cemetery.

Keir Leslie/Tim Scandrett

Council Officers in attendance provided an overview of their report.

The Board took into consideration the deputation from Ben Sainsbury (Item 5.1 refers).

Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Pedestrian and bus layover improvements on Wakefield Avenue near Sumnervale Drive Report.

2. Notes that the decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Revokes any previous resolutions pertaining to parking or stopping restrictions and traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the parking or stopping restrictions and traffic controls described in resolutions 4-7 below.

Pedestrian Safety Improvements (Attachment A)

4. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017:

a) On the southern side of Sumnervale Drive commencing at its intersection with Wakefield Avenue and extending in a south-westerly direction for a distance of 15metres.

b) On the northern side of Sumnervale Drive commencing at its intersection with Wakefield Avenue and extending in a south-westerly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

c) On the western side of Wakefield Avenue commencing at its intersection with Sumnervale Drive and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

d) On the eastern side of Wakefield Avenue commencing at a point 46 metres north of its intersection with Sumnervale Drive and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 110 metres.

5. Approves that in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 that the north-eastbound approach of Sumnervale Drive at its intersection with Wakefield Avenue be controlled by a Stop Control.

6. Approves the installation of a pedestrian refuge island, cutdowns, footpath, tactile pavers and associated flush median markings on Wakefield Avenue approximately five metres north of its intersection with Sumnervale Drive as detailed on plan TG1436S4, dated 12/12/2023 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Bus Layover Improvements (Attachment A)

7. Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017

a. Approves that a bus stop be installed on the eastern side of Wakefield Avenue commencing at a point 46 metres north of its intersection with Sumnervale Drive and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 56 metres.

b. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the eastern side of Wakefield Avenue commencing at a point 102 metres north of its intersection with Sumnervale Drive and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

8. Approves that a bus parking sign (R6-53) be installed, as shown in attachment A.

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2024/00068

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Pedestrian and bus layover improvements on Wakefield Avenue near Sumnervale Drive Report.

2. Notes that the decisions in this report are assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Revokes any previous resolutions pertaining to parking or stopping restrictions and traffic controls made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the parking or stopping restrictions and traffic controls described in resolutions 4-7 below.

Pedestrian Safety Improvements (Attachment A)

4. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, in accordance with Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic & Parking Bylaw 2017:

a) On the southern side of Sumnervale Drive commencing at its intersection with Wakefield Avenue and extending in a south-westerly direction for a distance of 15metres.

b) On the northern side of Sumnervale Drive commencing at its intersection with Wakefield Avenue and extending in a south-westerly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

c) On the western side of Wakefield Avenue commencing at its intersection with Sumnervale Drive and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 15 metres.

d) On the eastern side of Wakefield Avenue commencing at a point 46 metres north of its intersection with Sumnervale Drive and extending in a southerly direction for a distance of 110 metres.

5. Approves that in accordance with Section 4 and Section 10.2 of the Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices 2004 that the north-eastbound approach of Sumnervale Drive at its intersection with Wakefield Avenue be controlled by a Stop Control.

6. Approves the installation of a pedestrian refuge island, cutdowns, footpath, tactile pavers and associated flush median markings on Wakefield Avenue approximately five metres north of its intersection with Sumnervale Drive as detailed on plan TG1436S4, dated 12/12/2023 and attached to this report as Attachment A.

Bus Layover Improvements (Attachment A)

7. Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017

a. Approves that a bus stop be installed on the eastern side of Wakefield Avenue commencing at a point 46 metres north of its intersection with Sumnervale Drive and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 56 metres.

b. Approves that the stopping of all vehicles be prohibited at any time, on the eastern side of Wakefield Avenue commencing at a point 102 metres north of its intersection with Sumnervale Drive and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 12 metres.

8. Approves that a bus parking sign (R6-53) be installed, as shown in attachment A.

9. Write to Environment Canterbury requesting that they ensure that buses parked on Wakefield Avenue have their engines running for no longer than 2 minutes and that they prioritise the route as an electric fleet.

10. Requests staff add additional speed mitigation measures at the bottom of Evans Pass.

Sara Templeton/Tim Scandrett

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2024/00070 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Hume Street Proposed No Stopping Restrictions Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Revoke any previous resolutions pertaining to parking or stopping restrictions made pursuant to any bylaw to the extent that they conflict with the parking or stopping restrictions described in resolutions 4 and 5 below.

4. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles is prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Hume Street, commencing at a point 115 metres southeast of its intersection with Austin Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 17 metres.

5. Approves pursuant to Clause 7 of the Christchurch City Council Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 that the stopping of vehicles is prohibited at all times on the southwest side of Hume Street, commencing at a point 123 metres southeast of its intersection with Austin Street and extending in a south-easterly direction for a distance of 9 metres.

6. Approves that these resolutions take effect when parking signage and/or road markings that evidence the restrictions described in this staff report are in place (or removed in the case of revocations).

Keir Leslie/Tim Scandrett

Council Officers in attendance provided an overview of their report. The Board took into consideration the deputation from Phil Clearwater and Chrissie Williams (Item 5.4 refers).

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2024/00071 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Community Tree Planting sites for 2024 Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approve planting within Centennial Park and near the bridge opposite Princess Margeret Hospital.

Melanie Coker/Keir Leslie

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2024/00072 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Tree Removal for Pinetum in Victoria Park Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Provide staff the approval necessary to undertake the removal of trees within the Victoria Park Pinetum to protect and enhance the collection within the pinetum as shown in the area outlined in attachment.

Tim Scandrett/Roy Kenneally

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2024/00073 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receive the costed options for a temporary “pop-up” library in either Barrington Street or Colombo Street while South Library is closed.

2. Approves option 1 or similar space within The Colombo shopping centre.

3. Should option 1 no longer be available, approves the site at Barrington Mall.

4. Authorises the Manager Property Consultancy to conclude and administer the terms and conditions of the lease.

5. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as Low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

Callum Ward/Tim Scandrett

Secretarial Note: Council Officer provided an updated Officer Recommendation number 3, to read:

Approves the construction of the Pergola and accompanying structures.

Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Birdsey Reserve - Community Build Pergola and Produce Stand Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2024/00074

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Birdsey Reserve - Community Build Pergola and Produce Stand Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves the construction of the Pergola and accompanying structures.

Sara Templeton/Keir Leslie

Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Proposed Lane Names - 225 Worsleys Road Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves the following new lane names for 225 Worsleys Road (RMA/2015/3550)

a. Lane 1 - Quad Lane

b. Lane 2 - Edward Chapman Lane

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2024/00075

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Proposed Lane Names - 225 Worsleys Road Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves the following new lane names for 225 Worsleys Road (RMA/2015/3550)

a. Lane 1 – Kanuka Lane

b. Lane 2 – Lemonwood Lane

Callum Ward/Tim Scandrett

Lee Sampson requested that his vote to abstain from the above decision be recorded.

Officer Recommendations Ngā Tūtohu

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Proposed Lane Names - 87 Lyttelton Street Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves the following new lane names for 87 Lyttelton Street (RMA/2023/959)

a. Lane 1 - Te Uru Kahikatea Lane

b. Lane 2 - Te Koroī Lane

c. Lane 3 - Te Māpara Lane

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2024/00076

Part C

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Proposed Lane Names - 87 Lyttelton Street Report.

2. Notes that the decision in this report is assessed as low significance based on the Christchurch City Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

3. Approves the following new lane names for 87 Lyttelton Street (RMA/2023/959)

a. Lane 1 - Te Uru Kahikatea Lane

b. Lane 2 - Te Koroī Lane

c. Lane 3 - Te Māpara Lane

4. Request that Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust acknowledge the heritage of Glue Place with a permanent setting.

Keir Leslie/Tim Scandrett

Community Board Resolved SCBCC/2024/00077 Original Officer Recommendation accepted without change

Part B

That the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board:

1. Receives the information in the Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board Area Report - August 2024 Report.

Sara Templeton/Callum Ward

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