Draft Council activities

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1 Draft Council activities In this section, Council has grouped its work under nine activity areas. For each activity area, we explain: What we do Why we do it Effects on the community including contribution to community outcomes, potential negative effects, and measuring our success. What we have planned including major projects How we pay for it including summary graphs of what the activity costs and how it is funded, a works programme, and a cost of service statement for the first three years. The icons shown below indicate how activities and projects align with the city vision. Environment Community City Centre Economy Infrastructure Leadership Land transport Water supply Wastewater Stormwater Sustainability Waste management and minimisation Planning and Regulatory Services City planning, Resource consents and monitoring, Building control, Environmental health, Animal control, Parking enforcement, Liquor licencing Community and Recreation Parks and reserves, Community development, Libraries, Emergency management, H 2 O Xtream, Activation, Expressions Whirinaki Arts and Entertainment Centre Economic Development City marketing, Events UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

2 LEADERSHIP LEADERSHIP Leadership What we do The Leadership activity covers the role and functions of the Mayor and elected members of Council, who are responsible for community leadership and setting the policy direction for the Upper Hutt City Council. Examples of activities undertaken to fulfil this role include long and short term planning, monitoring and performance reporting. This includes: Democracy and governance Community engagement and consultation Long Term Plan and Annual Plan Council policies and strategies Performance reporting Liaison and advocacy Why we do it As a statutory body, Council exists to meet the purpose of local government, as set out in Section 10 of the Local Government Act 2002: to enable democratic local decision making and by, and on behalf of, communities; and to meet the current and future needs of communities for good quality local infrastructure, local public services, and performance of regulatory functions in a way that is most cost effective for households and businesses The role of Council is to lead and represent the Upper Hutt community. It is required to engage with the community and encourage community participation in decision-making, while considering the needs of current and future residents. Council aims to find the right balance between continuously improving the city, listening and responding to community needs and expectations, and complying with government legislation, while maintaining affordable services. The city vision helps to articulate this balance, and confirm priorities for future investment. Our city vision is Life. Leisure. Live it! and is supported by five priorities areas: Environment, Community, City centre, Economy and Infrastructure. These priority areas set out the community outcomes that Council is working to realise to ensure the wellbeing of our community and the city as a whole. 2 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

3 LEADERSHIP LEADERSHIP Effects on the community This activity contributes to our community outcomes through the following strategic priority areas: Environment Community City Centre Economy Infrastructure Potential negative effects Our response Some decisions made for the benefit of the wider community may potentially negatively affect specific groups of people or individuals. Council will engage and consult with affected groups and individuals where possible in accordance with the Significance and Engagement Policy. Community disengagement from the decision making processes of Council. Council aims to facilitate community participation in decision-making with provision of information through multiple channels, ensuring governance processes such as meetings and hearings are accessible, and by engaging and consulting with affected groups and individuals where possible in accordance with the Significance and Engagement Policy. Council expenditure and the costs of paying for services may be unsatisfactory to some people. Council applies prudent financial management to minimise rate and fee increases. Council will engage and consult with affected groups and individuals where possible in accordance with the Significance and Engagement Policy. Contribution to decision making processes by Māori Council acknowledges the unique status of Māori and aims to engage with the wider Māori community to ensure their views are appropriately represented in the decision-making process. Council is committed to providing relevant information to inform Māori contribution and improve their access to Council s engagement and decision-making processes. Council is building relationships with local organisations representing Māori, iwi and mana whenua. Council has a close relationship with Orongomai Marae that is designed to provide opportunities for Māori to contribute to the decision making of the Council and to contribute to the spirit and values of the Council. Council is represented on the Board of Trustees, by His Worship the Mayor. Orongomai is a community marae and as such does not represent tangata whenua for Upper Hutt. For this reason, Council also consults with Te Runanganui o Taranaki Whanui kit e Upoko o te Ika a Maui, the Wellington Tenths Trust, Te Rūnanga O Toa Rangatira and other mandated representatives of tangata whenua regarding issues relating to land, water or air. UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

4 $000 LEADERSHIP LEADERSHIP Measuring our success The progress of this activity is measured through Council s performance measurement framework. Please see the Performance framework section for further information. In previous Long Term Plans, performance measures were grouped under each Council activity area which provided activity specific information and performance. For this Long Term Plan, the performance measures have been reviewed and aligned with the strategic priority areas. What we have planned Our detailed plans for this activity over the next ten years are shown in the works programme that follows. This includes: Delivering effective decision-making, community engagement and consultation. Liaison and advocacy: Taking all appropriate opportunities to liaise with other agencies, organisations, local authorities and central government, and advocate on behalf of the interests of Upper Hutt. Contributing to the Regional Amenities Fund. Increased funding for Community grants. Facilitating the Local Body Elections in How we pay for it How much does Leadership cost? How is Leadership paid for? 4,000 3,500 3,000 2,500 2,000 1,500 1, % 97% Operating expenditure Capital expenditure Rate funding Other funding 4 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

5 LEADERSHIP LEADERSHIP Works programme Detail of the works programme for years 4-10 can be found in the financial statements. Year 1 Year Year Years Source of Funding PROJECT Community grants ,799 Rates Regional Amenities Fund Rates TOTAL LEADERSHIP WORKS PROGRAMME ,541 Cost of service statement OPERATING STATEMENT Annual Plan Year Year 1 Year Year Rates 2,639 2,774 2,881 2,909 Operating revenue TOTAL OPERATING REVENUE 2,683 2,819 3,028 2,957 Operating costs 2,695 2,829 3,038 2,967 Interest Depreciation TOTAL OPERATING COSTS 2,695 2,829 3,038 2,967 OPERATING SURPLUS/ (DEFICIT) (12) (10) (10) (10) CAPITAL AND RESERVES FUNDING STATEMENT Capital expenditure Loans repayments Operating (surplus)/ deficit Transfer to funds TOTAL FUNDING REQUIRED Funding for depreciation and other non-cash items Loans raised Transfer from funds Accumulated funds TRANSFER FROM FUNDS APPLIED UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

6 LAND TRANSPORT LAND TRANSPORT Land transport What we do This activity is responsible for a well maintained roading network to ensure that the residents and visitors to Upper Hutt can move freely, efficiently and safely throughout the city. Our local transport network is an extremely valuable community asset, having a total replacement value of $592 million. Maintaining this asset requires significant and ongoing expenditure. We also undertake future planning and advocacy, working with regional partners and government agencies on current and future transport matters that impact our city. This includes: 243 km of roads 48 road bridges and 6 pedestrian/cycle bridges Cycleways, footpaths and pedestrian crossings Public carparks and street furniture in the City Centre Signs, road markings, street lights and traffic signals Road improvements, renewals and maintenance Street cleaning and vegetation control Road safety initiatives Why we do it Safety of all road users is a paramount concern of Council. Council works in conjunction with the NZ Police and the New Zealand Transport Agency to monitor and enforce the safe use of roads. Actions include safety works; road marking and signage; street lighting upgrades; and road safety awareness. Excellent road and rail links across the Wellington region are essential if the businesses and residents of Upper Hutt are to continue to thrive whether in terms of residents travelling to and from work, or for businesses needing to move goods and services quickly and efficiently. Our city is growing and this means there is more demand on our transport infrastructure. Several major projects in this plan will address the capacity of key roads, intersections and routes to ensure we can provide for more people and more vehicles using our network safely and efficiently. The resilience of our transport network to withstand unexpected events and extreme weather is crucial for the city to respond and recover in the event of such an emergency. This is an important factor driving our plans for the next ten years. The provision of footpaths and cycleways give alternatives to vehicle transport for short journeys and allow the community to choose environmentally friendly and healthy travel options. It also enhances access to public transport and reduces congestion on the local road network. 6 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

7 LAND TRANSPORT LAND TRANSPORT The Infrastructure Strategy sets out the direction for this activity. The strategy is implemented through Council s Asset Management Plans, which guides decisions around how best to maintain, renew and replace the land transport infrastructure. Effects on the community This activity contributes to our community outcomes through the following strategic priority areas: Environment Community City Centre Economy Infrastructure Potential negative effects Our response Congestion and noise pollution can be significant negative effects associated with land transport, particularly during peak times. These possible impacts are well managed through routine ongoing maintenance, as outlined in the Asset Management Plans. Potential future congestion points have been identified and projects developed to address this. Disruption to the roading network due to asset failure or planned works may result in losses or damage for communities and businesses. Operation and maintenance manuals and contracts are developed to ensure a quick response to, and resolution of failures. Where disruptions or shutdowns are required, adequate notification and consultation are performed. Construction works on roads can have a significant negative effect on the environment and community, such as congestion and delays, air pollution, safety and stormwater issues and disturbance of cultural sites during earthworks. These are addressed by putting in place strong contractual and resource consent conditions to ensure that effects are kept to a minimum Funding shortfalls for road maintenance such as reseals, could lead to the premature deterioration of very costly assets, which will result in poor and unsafe roads that will require a significant investment to restore the level of service. Council s Asset Management Plans forecast the pavement reseal needs of the roading network for future years based on tested and accepted scientific practices. This allows Council to budget according to these future identified needs. UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

8 LAND TRANSPORT LAND TRANSPORT Measuring our success The progress of this activity is measured through Council s performance measurement framework. Please see the Performance framework section for further information. In previous Long Term Plans, performance measures were grouped under each Council activity area which provided activity specific information and performance. For this Long Term Plan, the performance measures have been reviewed and aligned with the strategic priority areas. What we have planned Our detailed plans for this activity over the next ten years are shown in the works programme that follows. The focus areas for this activity set in the Infrastructure Strategy are: Ensure the road network is resilient, efficient, effective, and safe and assists in the delivery of Council s strategic goals. The vulnerability of the rural roading network to natural hazard events. Substandard rural carriageway widths impact on safety of motorists, cyclists and pedestrians on rural roads. Delivering agreed levels of service as the city enters a period of growth. Provision of cycling and walking facilities that meets the agreed levels of service for all ages. Continue advocating with Greater Wellington Regional Council and the NZ Transport Agency for capacity and safety upgrades of State Highway 2 and State Highway 58. Major projects CITY CENTRE OPEN SPACE In support of the Open Space Strategy, an investigation will be carried out to determine an appropriate location and design for a new open space within the Upper Hutt city centre, creating a new outdoor leisure area for the public and families. FOOTBRIDGE TO RIVER Improving linkages from the city centre to the river and wider open space network is noted as an objective in the Open Space Strategy. A footbridge to the river will provide safe and improved pedestrian access to the Hutt River across State Highway 2. 8 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

9 LAND TRANSPORT LAND TRANSPORT FERGUSSON/WARD/WHAKATIKI INTERSECTION UPGRADE Over the next few years significant development is planned to take place on Alexander Road and the previously owned AgResearch site on Ward Street which will result in a substantial increase in traffic using the Fergusson/Ward/Whakatiki intersection. To mitigate traffic congestion due to increased demand this intersection will be redesigned and upgraded. FERGUSSON/MAIN/GIBBONS INTERSECTION UPGRADE Increased growth in and around Upper Hutt is putting a strain on the Fergusson/Main/Gibbons intersection causing traffic congestion. The intersection will be redesigned and upgraded to cater for larger volumes of traffic. SILVERSTREAM BRIDGE REPLACEMENT This bridge is a key gateway to the city from the south and is due for replacement. The bridge provides a critical access to help maintain the resilience of the city in the event of State Highway 2 being compromised. This work will also increase the capacity of the bridge with double lanes to accommodate congestion resulting from growth. EASTERN HUTT/FERGUSSON DRIVE INTERSECTION AND ACCESS TO COUNTY LANE This section of Eastern Hutt Road/Fergusson Drive will be remodeled and upgraded to provide safer access to County Lane. REVITALISATION OF CITY CENTRE Following the new modern look that has been created around the train station and Princes Street area, further enhancement work will continue throughout the city centre. RURAL ROADS HIGH PRIORITY SAFETY PROJECTS With the increased usage of our rural roads from residents, cyclists, walkers etc safety is becoming a concern. Hot spots have been identified and work is already in progress to improve safety and lessen the risk of serious crashes. UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

10 $000 LAND TRANSPORT LAND TRANSPORT How we pay for it How much does Land transport cost? How is Land transport paid for? 14,000 12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 2, % 15% 45% Operating expenditure Capital expenditure Rate funding Debt funding Other funding Works programme Detail of the works programme for years 4-10 can be found in the financial statements. Year 1 ASSET MANAGEMENT - TO REPLACE EXISTING ASSETS Year Year Years Source of Funding Street drainage ,915 Rates / NZTA Resealing 1,131 1,118 1,145 8,804 Rates / NZTA Minor safety programme 1, ,671 Rates / NZTA Pinehaven Road culvert 0 1, Rates / NZTA Silverstream Bridge replacement ,588 Loans/NZTA (project Net) Footpaths ,052 Rates Carparks Rates Litter bin replacement Rates Structures component replacement Rates / NZTA Traffic services renewals ,317 Rates / NZTA Rural bridge seismic upgrade Rates / Loans / NZTA CAPITAL WORKS - TO MEET ADDITIONAL DEMAND Fergusson / Ward / Whakatiki intersection upgrade 269 4, Loans / NZTA Totara Park bridge widening Rates / Loans / NZTA Fergusson/Main/ Gibbons Street intersection upgrade CAPITAL WORKS - TO IMPROVE LEVEL OF SERVICE ,985 0 Loans Rural road high priority safety projects ,038 7,114 Loans / NZTA / UCF Revitalisation of Upper Hutt's city centre 1,000 1,025 1,050 1,075 Loans City centre open space Loans Footbridge to river Loans 10 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

11 LAND TRANSPORT LAND TRANSPORT Eastern Hutt/Fergusson Drive and access to County Lane Year 1 Year Year Years Source of Funding ,114 Loans / NZTA Shared pathways project Rates Rural roads upgrades ,111 Loans PROJECTS Parking demand study Rates TOTAL LAND TRANSPORT WORKS PROGRAMME 6,155 10,679 12,281 50,151 Cost of service statement OPERATING STATEMENT Annual Plan Year Year 1 Year Year Rates 5,975 6,321 7,298 7,448 Operating revenue 6,862 7,440 9,811 10,916 Total operating revenue 12,837 13,761 17,109 18,364 Operating costs 4,570 4,999 5,192 5,387 Interest ,115 Depreciation 4,386 4,472 4,515 4,592 TOTAL OPERATING COSTS 9,656 10,230 10,611 11,094 OPERATING SURPLUS/ (DEFICIT) 3,181 3,531 6,498 7,270 CAPITAL AND RESERVES FUNDING STATEMENT Capital expenditure 6,561 6,055 10,679 12,281 Loans repayments 1,255 1, ,226 Operating (surplus)/ deficit (3,181) (3,531) (6,498) (7,270) Transfer to funds TOTAL FUNDING REQUIRED 4,868 3,982 5,374 6,455 Funding for depreciation and other non-cash items 2,806 1,282 1,245 1,238 Loans raised 1,653 2,291 4,129 5,217 Transfer from funds Accumulated funds TRANSFER FROM FUNDS APPLIED 4,868 3,982 5,374 6,455 UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

12 OVERVIEW OF THREE WATERS ACTIVITIES OVERVIEW OF THREE WATERS ACTIVITIES Overview of three waters activities Provision of Upper Hutt s three waters services Water supply, Wastewater and Stormwater and management of these networks are contracted to Wellington Water, a council controlled organisation jointly owned by Upper Hutt City Council, Hutt City Council, Porirua City Council and Wellington City Council. The management of these networks is contracted out but the asset ownership remains with Council. Investment for three waters will combine the maintenance and renewal of existing assets that provide essential services with new initiatives that will support urban growth, resilience, public health and environmental quality. This investment aligns closely with the city vision s five strategic priority areas: environment, community, city centre, economy and infrastructure. Minimising public health and environmental risks Although the city s wastewater networks can service current demand, it is important that they meet future growth trends. During rain events, overloaded wastewater pipes can result in overflows that can cause public health risks and contaminate water bodies. New regulatory standards are likely to require more of a vigilant focus on ensuring the impacts of discharges (including stormwater) are minimised. Wastewater upgrades are planned for the city centre, around the CIT campus, Guildford and Pinehaven areas. Resilient networks Resilient three water networks are important for ensuring the safety and wellbeing of communities, along with rapid recovery after an adverse event. Water supply resilience includes increasing our storage capacity through new and upgraded reservoirs ensure the community has access to water following an event. The benefits of increased storage are two-fold; providing a secure source of water after a hazard event and for supporting future residential and business growth. These upgrades will be complemented by a joint central/local government initiative which aims to have 22 alternative emergency water source locations across the regions by June In addition individual resilience is being actively promoted through the sale of small storage tanks to supplement network measures. Upgrades to our potable water network and the seismic strengthening of reservoirs are ways in which we are improving the city s water supply resilience. Flooding Upper Hutt city lies within a floodplain with some areas of the city exposed to flood risk, which will only be exacerbated by climate change. The ability of our stormwater infrastructure to cope with flood events is an important issue for our city. Stormwater upgrades in areas such as Pinehaven will help reduce the impacts of flooding on communities. Hydraulic modelling is helping us to understand future flood risk areas and how we best respond. Tension between the desire for medium density development and the current preference for onsite stormwater disposal will need to be addressed. Supporting growth Like the rest of the Wellington Region, Upper Hutt is experiencing urban growth and a thriving economy. We need to ensure our three waters infrastructure keeps pace of this demand. Wastewater upgrades and pump station renewals will help support future growth while managing potential impacts on public health and the environment. 12 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

13 WATER SUPPLY WATER SUPPLY Water supply What we do This activity provides a high quality, reliable and resilient water supply service that ensures the health and safety of the community, and supports economic growth and development. Our water supply assets have a total replacement value of $151 million. Provision of our water supply and management of the network is contracted to Wellington Water. This includes: 16 reservoirs 8 pump stations 277 km of water mains 12,296 service connections, 1,543 hydrants and 3,451 valves Bulk water is purchased from Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC) and stored in Council's reservoirs prior to distribution to households and businesses in the supply area. Water conservation Detection and mitigation of leaks and structural failure Why we do it By providing a safe and reliable potable water supply the Council aims to safeguard public health and safety, encourage sustainability through water conservation, as well as support the economic growth of the city. The Infrastructure Strategy sets out the direction for this activity. The strategy is implemented through Council s Asset Management Plan (prepared by Wellington Water Limited), which guides decisions around how best to maintain, renew and replace the water supply infrastructure. We also have plans in place to reinstate the water supply as quickly as possible after a disaster. The Assessment of Water and Sanitary Services 2005 discusses the provision of water supply services in Upper Hutt. The key focus of the assessment is the protection of public health in the city. There are no variations between this assessment and the Long Term Plan. The current Ministry of Health water supply grading for Upper Hutt is at the best and highest level of A1-a1. UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

14 WATER SUPPLY WATER SUPPLY Effects on the community This activity contributes to our community outcomes through the following strategic priority areas: Environment Community Economy Infrastructure Potential negative effects Our response Water extraction can have negative environmental effects on streams and river ecology. GWRC is responsible for the extraction, treatment and supply of water into the city s water supply system. Extraction is managed to ensure that potential adverse effects are minimised to acceptable levels. Disruption of water supply due to asset failure or planned works may result in losses or damage for communities and businesses. Operation and maintenance manuals and contracts are developed to ensure a quick response to, and resolution of failures. Where disruptions or shutdowns are required adequate notification and consultation are performed. Construction works on the water supply network can have a significant negative effect on the environment and community, such as traffic disruption, air pollution, safety and stormwater issues, and disturbance of cultural sites during earthworks. These are addressed by putting in place strong contractual and resource consent conditions to ensure that effects are kept to a minimum. Residential customers may be impacted by water restrictions in times of shortages. Council uses demand management processes and education programmes to ensure the efficient use of water. Measuring our success The progress of this activity is measured through Council s performance measurement framework. Please see the Performance framework section for further information. In previous Long Term Plans, performance measures were grouped under each Council activity area which provided activity specific information and performance. For this Long Term Plan, the performance measures have been reviewed and aligned with the strategic priority areas. 14 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

15 $000 WATER SUPPLY WATER SUPPLY What we have planned Our detailed plans for this activity over the next ten years are shown in the works programme that follows. The focus areas for this activity set in the Infrastructure Strategy are: Ensuring ongoing security of supply against water shortages (note that this is the responsibility of GWRC). Improving resilience in the event of a natural disaster (pipes, storage and supply) Demand management Improved network modelling Aligning services with growth demands Major projects PIPELINE RENEWALS Pipe renewals funding is reviewed and adjusted every three years to coincide with the Long Term Plan. The renewal/replacement programme is set out in the Water Supply Asset Management Plan, based on the current state of knowledge of the system and the work required to keep the system fit for purpose. CRUICKSHANK RESERVOIR DEVELOPMENT To support infill and greenfields development. How we pay for it How much does Water supply cost? How is Water supply paid for? 12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 2, % 18% 76% Operating expenditure Capital expenditure Rate funding % Debt funding % Other funding % UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

16 WATER SUPPLY WATER SUPPLY Works programme Detail of the works programme for years 4-10 can be found in the financial statements. ASSET MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE EXISTING ASSETS Year 1 Year Year Years Source of Funding Pipeline renewal upgrade ,608 Targeted rates Reservoir upgrade ,517 Loans Miscellaneous works Targeted rates CAPITAL WORKS -TO MEET ADDITIONAL DEMAND Cruickshank reservoir development ,521 Loans CAPITAL WORKS TO IMPROVE THE LEVEL OF SERVICE Bridges seismic strengthening Targeted rates Pressure management TOTAL WATER SUPPLY WORKS PROGRAMME 1,962 1,012 1,457 14, LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

17 WATER SUPPLY WATER SUPPLY Cost of service statement OPERATING STATEMENT Annual Plan Year Year 1 Year Year Rates 5,593 5,276 5,667 6,609 Operating revenue 1,652 1,740 1,783 1,824 Total operating revenue 7,245 7,016 7,450 8,433 Operating costs 5,996 5,932 6,477 6,944 Interest Depreciation 1,802 1,819 1,832 1,855 TOTAL OPERATING COSTS 7,851 7,829 8,399 8,895 OPERATING SURPLUS/ (DEFICIT) (606) (813) (949) (462) CAPITAL AND RESERVES FUNDING STATEMENT Capital expenditure 1,837 1,962 1,012 1,457 Loans repayments Operating (surplus)/ deficit Transfer to funds TOTAL FUNDING REQUIRED 2,532 2,868 2,087 2,047 Funding for depreciation and other non-cash items 1,844 1,702 1,739 1,593 Loans raised Transfer from funds Accumulated funds TRANSFER FROM FUNDS APPLIED 2,532 2,868 2,087 2,047 UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

18 WASTE WATER WASTEWATER Wastewater What we do This activity provides a secure, efficient and resilient wastewater service that protects the health of the community and our waterways from the harmful effects of wastewater, and supports economic growth and development. These assets have a total replacement value of $157 million. This includes: 216 km of sewer mains 12 pump stations 4,644 wastewater manholes One overflow chamber One pipe bridge Why we do it Safe treatment and disposal of wastewater are of vital importance to ensure quality of life and public health and is a core service expected by the community. The removal and mitigation of the adverse impacts of wastewater on the environment, benefits current and future generations. It safeguards waterways and the environment from direct discharges and helps protect their life-supporting capacity. Wastewater infrastructure is an essential element to maintaining prosperity, promoting economic development in the city and facilitating residential growth in the city. Ongoing maintenance of the wastewater systems occurs to ensure minimal impact on households, businesses and essential services. The Infrastructure Strategy sets out the direction for this activity. The strategy is implemented through Council s Asset Management Plan (prepared by Wellington Water Limited), which guides decisions around how best to maintain, renew and replace the wastewater infrastructure. We also have plans in place to reinstate the wastewater services as quickly as possible after a disaster. The Assessment of Water and Sanitary Services 2005 discusses the provision of wastewater services in Upper Hutt. The key focus of the assessment is the protection of public health in the city. There are no variations between this assessment and the Long Term Plan. 18 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

19 WASTE WATER WASTEWATER Effects on the community This activity contributes to our community outcomes through the following strategic priority areas: Environment Community Economy Infrastructure Potential negative effects Our response Effluent overflows due to pipeline blockages or extreme weather events and the possible discharge of untreated effluent wastewater to the Hutt River are potential significant negative effects of this activity. The discharge from treatment plants need to meet consent conditions and may result in pollution to the receiving environment and public health risks. These potential negative effects are managed and mitigated with planning to ensure the capacity and resilience of the network, as well as through day-to-day operations of the wastewater activity. Upgrades and renewals are carried out through the asset management programme to facilitate network resilience, long term demand projections for the wastewater system and to meet environmental standards. Disruption of wastewater supply due to asset failure or planned works may result in losses or damage for communities and businesses. Operation and maintenance manuals and contracts are developed to ensure a quick response to, and resolution of failures. Where disruptions or shutdowns are required, adequate notification and consultation are performed. Construction works on the wastewater network can have a significant negative effect on the environment and community, such as traffic disruption, air pollution, safety and stormwater issues and disturbance of cultural sites during earthworks. These are addresses by putting in place strong contractual and resource consent conditions to ensure that effects are kept to a minimum. Measuring our success The progress of this activity is measured through Council s performance measurement framework. Please see the Performance framework section for further information. In previous Long Term Plans, performance measures were grouped under each Council activity area which provided activity specific information and performance. For this Long Term Plan, the performance measures have been reviewed and aligned with the strategic priority areas. UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

20 $000 WASTE WATER WASTEWATER What we have planned Our detailed plans for this activity over the next ten years are shown in the works programme that follows. The focus areas for this activity set in the Infrastructure Strategy are: Reducing the volume of stormwater inflow into identified parts of the wastewater network. Contribution to cost of improvements to Seaview Treatment Plant overflow Replacing pipelines in poor condition and/or facing seismic risk Improved network modelling Aligning services with growth demands Major projects PIPELINE RENEWALS Pipe renewals funding is reviewed and adjusted every three years to coincide with the Long Term Plan. The renewal/replacement programme is set out in the Wastewater Asset Management Plan, based on the current state of knowledge of the system and the work required to keep the system fit for purpose. PENCARROW WASTEWATER PROJECT CAPITAL This is a joint project with Hutt City Council for the treatment of wastewater from the Hutt Valley. How we pay for it How much does Wastewater cost? How is Waste water paid for? 10,000 8,000 6,000 21% 6% 4,000 73% 2,000 0 Operating expenditure Capital Expenditure Rates Funding Debt Funding Other Funding 20 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

21 WASTE WATER WASTEWATER Works programme Detail of the works programme for years 4-10 can be found in the financial statements. ASSET MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE EXISTING ASSETS Year 1 Year Year Years Source of Funding Pipeline renewal upgrade 1,460 1,712 1,753 12,671 Targeted rates / Loans Miscellaneous works Targeted rates CAPITAL WORKS -TO IMPROVE THE LEVEL OF SERVICE Wastewater project capital 2, ,553 16,828 Loans TOTAL WASTEWATER WORKS PROGRAMME 3,651 2,779 7,341 29,726 UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

22 WASTE WATER WASTEWATER Cost of service statement OPERATING STATEMENT Annual Plan Year Year 1 Year Year Rates 6,835 7,445 7,689 7,968 Operating revenue Total operating revenue 7,606 8,140 8,401 8,694 Operating costs 5,075 5,571 5,745 5,688 Interest Depreciation 3,539 3,313 3,353 3,355 TOTAL OPERATING COSTS 9,324 9,648 9,926 10,015 OPERATING SURPLUS/ (DEFICIT) (1,718) (1,508) (1,525) (1,321) CAPITAL AND RESERVES FUNDING STATEMENT Capital expenditure 2,360 3,651 2,779 7,341 Loans repayments Operating (surplus)/ deficit 1,718 1,508 1,525 1,321 Transfer to funds TOTAL FUNDING REQUIRED 4,269 5,366 4,541 8,920 Funding for depreciation and other non-cash items 3,405 3,246 3,321 3,109 Loans raised 544 2, ,553 Transfer from funds Accumulated funds TRANSFER FROM FUNDS APPLIED 4,269 5,366 4,541 8, LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

23 STORM WATER STORMWATER Stormwater What we do This activity includes the provision of a stormwater service which efficiently manages and controls flows, supports the achievement of Council's goals by protecting the public and property from the effects of flooding, and minimises the impact of runoff on the environment. This includes: km of stormwater mains 6 pump stations 3,224 stormwater manholes The city s stormwater assets have a total replacement value of $174 million. The network comprises a combination of reticulated pipes, pumps, soak pits, open drains, secondary overland flowpaths, ponding areas (often on roadways) and detention systems; prior to entering major watercourses such as the Hutt River. two detention dams 11.5 km of open drains. Why we do it The stormwater activity preserves public safety and health and minimises the risk of damage to property through effective stormwater management and disposal. By providing an efficient stormwater disposal system Council aims to safeguard community wellbeing, protect the environment, and support the economic development and residential growth of the city. Upper Hutt lies within a floodplain with some areas of the city exposed to flood risk, which will be exacerbated by the likely increased occurrence of extreme weather events resulting from climate change. Hydraulic modelling is helping us to understand future flood risk areas and how we best respond. The Infrastructure Strategy sets out the direction for this activity. The strategy is implemented through Council s Asset Management Plan (prepared by Wellington Water Limited), which guides decisions around how best to maintain, renew and replace the stormwater infrastructure. We also have plans in place to reinstate the stormwater network as quickly as possible after a disaster. The Assessment of Water and Sanitary Services 2005 discusses the provision of stormwater services in Upper Hutt. The key focus of the assessment is the protection of public health in the city. There are no variations between this assessment and the Long Term Plan. UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

24 STORMWATER STORMWATER Effects on the community This activity contributes to our community outcomes through the following strategic priority areas: Environment Community Economy Infrastructure Potential negative effects Our response Stormwater overflows may result in flooding, pollution to the receiving environment, and create public health risks. This is managed and mitigated with planning to ensure the capacity and resilience of the network as well as through day-to-day operations of the stormwater activity, Upgrades and renewals are carried out through the asset management programme to facilitate network resilience, long term demand projections for the stormwater system, and to meet environmental standards. Disruption of stormwater services due to asset failure or planned works may result in losses or damage for communities and businesses. Operation and maintenance manuals and contracts are developed to ensure a quick response to and resolution of failures. Where disruptions or shutdowns are required adequate notification and consultation are performed. Construction works on the stormwater network can have a significant negative effect on the environment and community, such as traffic disruption, air pollution, safety and stormwater issues, and disturbance of cultural sites during earthworks. These are addressed by putting in place strong contractual and resource consent conditions to ensure that effects are kept to a minimum. Measuring our success The progress of this activity is measured through Council s performance measurement framework. Please see the Performance framework section for further information. In previous Long Term Plans, performance measures were grouped under each Council activity area which provided activity specific information and performance. For this Long Term Plan, the performance measures have been reviewed and aligned with the strategic priority areas. 24 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

25 STORM WATER STORMWATER What we have planned Our detailed plans for this activity over the next ten years are shown in the works programme that follows. The focus areas for this activity set in the Infrastructure Strategy are: Where there are parts of the stormwater network not meeting the expected level of service Council will investigate options for improvement. Greater Wellington Regional Council s Natural Resources Plan will require the Council to hold consents for its stormwater discharges this may require upgrades to the stormwater network to meet environmental standards. Catchment studies for flood mitigation including improved understanding of the capacity for onsite disposal systems. Flood mitigation measures including pipe upgrades and other practical options. Pinehaven Flood Management Project. Stormwater quality monitoring. Major projects PIPELINE RENEWALS Pipe renewals funding is reviewed and adjusted every three years to coincide with the Long Term Plan. The renewal/replacement programme is set out in the Stormwater Asset Management Plan, based on the current state of knowledge of the system and the work required to keep the system fit for purpose. PINEHAVEN STREAM CAPACITY UPGRADE (50/50 JOINT PROJECT WITH GWRC) The Pinehaven area has a long history of flooding. This upgrade includes planning controls, stream widening and the replacement of culverts which will significantly increase the level of service. UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

26 STORMWATER $000 STORMWATER How we pay for it How much does Stormwater cost? How is Stormwater paid for? 8,000 7,000 6,000 5,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 1, % 22% 63% Operating expenditure Capital expenditure Rate funding % Debt funding % Other funding % Works programme Detail of the works programme for years 4-10 can be found in the financial statements. ASSET MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE EXISTING ASSETS Year 1 Year Year Years Source of Funding Pipeline renewal 500 1,023 1,163 8,009 Targeted rates Telemetry upgrade Targeted rates Pump station renewal Targeted rates CAPITAL WORKS - TO MEET ADDITIONAL DEMAND Pinehaven Stream 400 6,150 6,300 5,375 Targeted rates TOTAL STORMWATER WORKS PROGRAMME 1,011 7,188 7,504 13, LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

27 STORM WATER STORMWATER Cost of service statement OPERATING STATEMENT Annual Plan Year Year 1 Year Year Rates 2,692 2,597 3,008 3,361 Operating revenue ,657 3,745 Total operating revenue 3,312 3,364 6,665 7,106 Operating costs 2,199 1,946 2,511 2,078 Interest Depreciation 1,820 1,866 1,883 1,898 TOTAL OPERATING COSTS 4,057 3,858 4,515 4,235 OPERATING SURPLUS/ (DEFICIT) (745) (494) 2,150 2,871 CAPITAL AND RESERVES FUNDING STATEMENT Capital expenditure 893 1,011 7,188 7,504 Loans repayments Operating (surplus)/ deficit (2,150) (2,871) Transfer to funds TOTAL FUNDING REQUIRED 1,675 1,549 5,092 4,841 Funding for depreciation and other non-cash items 1,458 1,349 1,863 1,383 Loans raised ,075 3,150 Transfer from funds Accumulated funds TRANSFER FROM FUNDS APPLIED 1,675 1,549 5,092 4,841 UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

28 SUSTAINABILITY Sustainability What we do This renamed activity (previously called Solid Waste) combines Council s work to be more environmentally sustainable and to manage the city s solid waste. Sustainability initiatives include one-off projects, ongoing programmes and community education, support and liaison. This includes: Sustainability initiatives and projects Mangaroa River Restoration Project Enviroschools Recycling drop off facility A range of refuse and recycling services are available to households and city centre businesses. Silverstream Landfill (within Hutt City) is the primary disposal site used by the community and by waste contractors operating in the city. Rubbish bag collection Waste minimisation education and projects Why we do it Sustainability Strategy Council is committed to taking a sustainable development approach in our activities in the interest of both current and future generations of our city. Sustainability initiatives aim to reduce our environmental impact, protect the environment, and ensure efficient use of precious resources. In 2012, Council adopted the Sustainability Strategy to help give effect to our sustainable development approach. The strategy identifies both the key sustainability issues for Upper Hutt and includes an action plan with initiatives and projects to help address these issues. Waste minimisation Minimising and managing waste ensures good outcomes for the community by protecting the environment and public health and using our resources efficiency. Council is required to promote effective and efficient waste management and minimisation within the city. A key part of doing this is to adopt a waste management and minimisation plan. In 2017 Council adopted the Wellington Region Waste Management and Minimisation Plan (WMMP) to guide our waste minimisation activities. The WMMP sets the priorities and strategic framework for managing waste while the regional and local actions aim to deliver the plan s goals and objectives. Council ensures that refuse and recycling services are available by contracting providers for a user pays service, and providing a recycling drop-off point. 28 UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

29 SUSTAINABILITY SUSTAINABILITY Effects on the community This activity contributes to our community outcomes through the following strategic priority areas: Environment Community City Centre Economy Infrastructure Potential negative effects Our response The most significant effect on the environment comes from depositing waste in landfills. Environmental effects at landfills are managed with resource consent conditions, management techniques and best practice standards. The WMMP sets out Council s actions to reduce the quantity of waste going to landfill through waste minimisation initiatives and projects. Failure to provide effective and efficient recycling and refuse collection services could lead to increased littering, dumping and lack of participation in recycling and other waste diversion from landfill. To address this Council ensures that a range of rubbish and recycling services are available to the community in Upper Hutt. A user pays approach to waste diversion relies on a willingness to pay the indirect environmental benefits, and not place recyclables with other waste. The WMMP includes actions to increase community awareness and encourage participation in waste diversion. An unregulated approach to waste management means that Council has limited control over the waste stream. This can impact on the types of service offered, and amount of recyclable material diverted from landfill. The WMMP includes actions to investigate a regionally consistent bylaw. Measuring our success The progress of this activity is measured through Council s performance measurement framework. Please see the Performance framework section for further information. In previous Long Term Plans, performance measures were grouped under each Council activity area which provided activity specific information and performance. For this Long Term Plan, the performance measures have been reviewed and aligned with the strategic priority areas. UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

30 SUSTAINABILITY SUSTAINABILITY What we have planned Our detailed plans for this activity over the next ten years are shown in the works programme that follows. Key initiatives and projects are highlighted below. Sustainability Strategy REVIEW The Sustainability Strategy was first adopted by Council in The Strategy will be reviewed in and an updated version will be developed in consultation with the community. The review process will provide an opportunity to re-focus and prioritise initiatives that will have the greatest impact on our environment and community. So far, projects from the Strategy have been focused on environmental improvement, education, energy efficiency, community resiliency, climate change and business support. Global economic and environment issues will continue to manifest themselves with potentially significant impacts on local communities. Improving community resilience to these issues will continue to be a focus for Council in upcoming years. Specific priorities will be developed after the review of the current Strategy. SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION Council plans to install solar panels on Council buildings to increase energy efficiency, and reduce carbon dioxide emissions and energy costs. This work will be done in conjunction with other upgrades such as seismic works. (This will be funded through the Community and Facilities activity as part of Council property works.) LED LIGHTING FOR COUNCIL BUILDINGS Council plans to replace the fluorescent lighting in the main Civic Centre and other council buildings with LEDs will improve the environmental performance of our buildings. The cost of installing the LEDs will be recovered by savings made through reduced energy consumption, bulb replacement, and maintenance. (This will be funded through the Community and Facilities activity as part of Council property works.) Waste Minimisation Actions from the Waste Management and Minimisation Plan will be completed over the next six years, before the next review of the Plan. Local actions are those that Upper Hutt will manage and implement on its own, while regional actions are those that councils will do jointly. RECYCLING DROP-OFF POINT In response to the successful one-year trial completed in January 2018 the facility will be retained and funding increased to allow it to be open six days a week from July The current set-up of the facility will be reconsidered to improve how it operates. This represents an increased level of service. 30 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

31 $000 SUSTAINABILITY SUSTAINABILITY How we pay for it How much does Sustainability cost? How is Sustainability paid for? 120% 100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0% -20% Operating expenditure Capital expenditure Rate funding Other funding Works programme Detail of the works programme for years 4-10 can be found in the financial statements. Year 1 Year Year Years Source of Funding PROJECT Waste Management and Minimisation Plan - Regional Projects Waste Management and Minimisation Plan - Upper Hutt Projects Review of Regional Waste Minimisation Plan Waste Levy Waste Levy Waste Levy Sustainability Strategy programmes Rates Eco friendly initiatives Rates Drop off recycling costs Rates ASSET MANAGEMENT Drop off recycling bins Waste Levy SUSTAINABILITY WORKS PROGRAMME ,008 UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

32 SUSTAINABILITY SUSTAINABILITY Cost of service statement OPERATING STATEMENT Annual Plan Year Year 1 Year Year Rates (118) (2) (55) (55) Operating revenue Total operating revenue Operating costs Interest Depreciation TOTAL OPERATING COSTS OPERATING SURPLUS/ (DEFICIT) (1) (1) CAPITAL AND RESERVES FUNDING STATEMENT Capital expenditure Loans repayments Operating (surplus)/ deficit (20) (49) 1 1 Transfer to funds TOTAL FUNDING REQUIRED Funding for depreciation and other non-cash items Loans raised Transfer from funds Accumulated funds TRANSFER FROM FUNDS APPLIED Previously this Cost of Service Statement was known as Solid Waste. 32 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

33 PLANNING AND REGULATORY SERVICES Planning and regulatory services What we do The Planning and Regulatory Services division is responsible for a group of activities that range from regulatory, monitoring and enforcement through to district planning responsibilities for the benefit of the community as a whole. Council has a statutory obligation to be involved in these activities to ensure public safety, health and wellbeing and much of the work undertaken is specified by national legislation or regulations. This includes: City planning, resource consents and monitoring Building control, consents and inspections Environmental health Liquor licensing Animal control Parking enforcement Why we do it City planning, resource consenting and monitoring The Planning Policy and Resource Consents teams are responsible for promoting the sustainable management of the city s physical and natural resources in a manner that is consistent with the Resource Management Act 1991, and other relevant policy statements and plans. This work manages and mitigates effects on the environment resulting from resource and land use and other activities through the maintenance and review of the District Plan, the determination of resource and related consents, and the monitoring of development activity. Our city planning influences the future direction of development in the city by balancing the demand for rural lifestyle developments, identifying suitable new areas for residential development, balancing the demands for employment growth and protecting significant landscape features. Environmental health and liquor licensing The Environmental health and liquor licensing activities promote public health and safety within the community. This includes enforcing food safety standards, liquor licensing and hazardous goods controls, and responding to incidents of noise, pollution or other nuisance as well as infectious diseases. Council contracts out its environmental health services to Hutt City Council and Environmental Health Officers operate from the Upper Hutt City Council building. Animal control The Animal Control activity supports public safety and the care and control of dogs and other animals, including responding to dog nuisances, wandering stock, and incidents involving other animals in the city. Impounded dogs are boarded at the Hutt City Council pound facility in Meachen Street, Seaview. UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

34 PLANNING AND REGULATORY SERVICES PLANNING AND REGULATORY SERVICES Building control Building control ensures new and existing buildings are safe and contribute to the health, physical independence and wellbeing of the people who use them. Council is required to ensure the effective and efficient implementation of the Building Act 2004 and associated legislation, and to ensure that building work complies with the Building Code. Parking enforcement The parking enforcement function is responsible for the management of parking within the city centre and suburban shopping areas to safeguard the availability of car parking and safe access for residents and visitors to support business activities and the use of community facilities. Council provides free parking in order to foster economic activity, but requires that people observe parking limits and have current registration and warrant of fitness certificates. This division also oversees the removal of abandoned vehicles to minimise public nuisance and potential pollution. Effects on the community This activity contributes to our community outcomes through the following strategic priority areas: Environment Community Economy Infrastructure Potential negative effects Our response Individuals perceptions of personal freedom can be reduced through regulatory activities undertaken for the benefit of the wider community. This is a natural, and largely unavoidable consequence of imposing any legislation and regulation. Council mitigates these effects where possible with information, community consultation and engagement. The costs of compliance (e.g. fees for dog registration, consents or licenses) may be a barrier to some people and could have an adverse economic effect on individuals or businesses. Fees are generally set to recognise the benefits to users of the services regulated through this activity on the one hand, and to the general public on the other. Some fees are set by legislation. Council takes into account the balance between affordability and the cost of its operations in setting fees and charges and these are reviewed annually. 34 LONG TERM PLAN UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL

35 $000 PLANNING AND REGULATORY SERVICES PLANNING AND REGULATORY SERVICES Measuring our success The progress of this activity is measured through Council s performance measurement framework. Please see the Performance framework section for further information. In previous Long Term Plans, performance measures were grouped under each Council activity area which provided activity specific information and performance. For this Long Term Plan, the performance measures have been reviewed and aligned with the strategic priority areas. What we have planned Council plans to continue fulfilling its statutory obligations to undertake these activities. How we deliver these services and the work undertaken is primarily specified by legislation or regulations. Major projects DISTRICT PLAN REVIEW Council is required to review its District Plan every 10 years. The District Plan became operative in 2004, and a rolling review of the District Plan has been underway since that time. Council will continue with that review, with topic areas including outstanding natural landscapes, significant natural areas and residential/rural zone reviews. How we pay for it How much does Planning and regulatory services cost? How is Planning and regulatory paid for? 8,000 6,000 4,000 2,000 51% 49% 0 Operating expenditure Capital expenditure Rate funding Other funding UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN