Why this matters: A city with a good transport network is vital for a connected and accessible community. We will ensure that safety is at the forefront of all transport recommendations and decisions, including the need for safe speeds and safe streets for all. The board is also committed to supporting the Ōtautahi Christchurch Climate Resilience Strategy's Climate Goals along with advocating strongly for active transport modes and networks to support walking, cycling, and public transport.

Why this matters: Many business owners are having to look at additional measures to safeguard their businesses and premises against ram-raid attacks, and shopping malls are dealing with safety concerns, and anti-social behaviour, with media coverage focussing on the increase in youth violence. Our residents will gain from a safer and more positive environment to live, work and recreate in; enabling the community to continue to grow and be strong, cohesive, and vibrant.

Why this matters: Residents who live local to Petrie Park have a strong desire to see the park revitalised, to better serve their community. The Richmond Bowling Club's bowls green was destroyed in the Canterbury earthquakes 12 years ago and the land will be incorporated into the park. This project offers a blank canvas for the community to develop and implement its vision.

Why this matters: The Phillipstown Community Hub provides a safe, caring, supportive environment to foster individual and community growth in Phillipstown and Charleston. The Hub's current tenure on the former Phillipstown Primary School site is short-term on a temporary basis. To support the growing community a permanent home base is essential to support the Hub.

Why this matters: There is concern about surface flooding in our area and across the city caused by rain events in July 2022, and indications that such events may become more frequent. Residents have sought assurances that the drainage network is working and being maintained to drain stormwater away rapidly during and after significant rain events. Residents expressed the need for quicker road closures and more education about the effects on drinking water in flooded areas.

Why this matters: The community feel that infrastructure may not be adequate to support growth due to intensification. Concerns include the lack of amenities, community facilities and recreational greenspace and the impact on transport corridors and connecting networks. The Government has fast-tracked funding from the Infrastructure Acceleration Fund to support the transport and three waters infrastructure for approx 1,400 houses to be built over the next seven years in the Cranford Basin area.

Why this matters: The completion of the Christchurch Northern Corridor (CNC) has seen changes to the transport corridor along Cranford Street and the surrounding roads. The board is passionate and dedicated to continuing to support projects to help the community manage the multiple impacts of the road corridor.

Why this matters: The Shirley Community Centre was a well-used facility located on Shirley Community Reserve. The facility was damaged in the 2010/2011 earthquakes and demolished in 2012. A pre-school, playground, half basketball court, trees and path remain on site along with a pump track and table tennis/picnic table. The board has heard from residents suggesting what options might be considered to enhance the reserve, these will be explored through robust engagement with the community.

Why this matters: There is a gap in facilities for young people. In 2017 a report was requested from council staff about the possibility of a new skate park in Papanui. In the LTP there is funding on budget for new developments of recreation spaces such as skate parks and/or basketball courts in the Papanui/Redwood area as well as several other places across the city. Further investigation is required, working alongside young people to develop what a new youth space would look like.