Let us know what you think about our proposals to address the issues we face or any other part of the consultation document. The Long Term Plan (LTP) includes the services and projects we plan and a summary of the financial impacts. Growth across much of the county is expected to continue at a high level over the next few years, bringing with it demand for infrastructure investment.
Most notably with the establishment of the Nelson Tasman Regional Landfill Business Unit and of a joint steering committee with Nelson City Council for Saxton Field. There are a number of pressures which affect the Council's ability to deliver on its functions and strategies and to build an organization that can meet the challenges of the future. Council confirms its investment of $26.8 million towards the capital costs of the dam and approx.
A final decision by Council, WIL and Crown Irrigation Investments Limited on whether to proceed with the construction of the dam will be made once all these work streams have been completed and approved. Managing debt at an acceptable level and running a balanced budget is important because of the impact of higher debt on the affordability of interest rates, our exposure to rising interest rates and ensuring sufficient capacity to handle unexpected events, e.g. The rates paid on a particular property are affected by the value of the property, the services it receives and the movement of the individual rates that make up the overall balance – including general and target rates.
The increased share of depreciation of assets and infrastructure is paid by current taxpayers, instead of these costs being passed on to future taxpayers.
Provide land and invest in new infrastructure to support a medium/
Selectively upgrade and improve some assets with a total capital investment of
157 million over 10 years
2OPTIONS: GROWTH AND INFRASTRUCTURE
THE ISSUE
GROWTH AND INFRASTRUCTURE
OPTIONS: GROWTH AND INFRASTRUCTURE (CONT.)
Provide services for growth in Richmond and Mapua only with a total growth
Invest an additional $10 million i.e
167 million in total over 10 years to reduce nuisance stormwater flooding,
Tasman faces significant challenges in the next 10 years. Natural hazards,
Adopt the amended Development and Financial Contributions Policy with three
OPTIONS: DEVELOPMENT AND FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS POLICY
Use smaller catchments to charge development contributions and charge
1aTHE ISSUE
DEVELOPMENT AND FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS POLICY
PART A) ENHANCING WATER SUPPLY CAPACITY AND SECURITY
DRINKING WATER SUPPLY AND QUALITY
Enhance water security and supply in accordance with the proposed programme
Total capital investment $31.6 million*
OPTIONS: PART A) ENHANCING WATER SUPPLY CAPACITY AND SECURITY
Enhance water security and supply over a longer time horizon
Enhance water security and supply over a shorter time horizon
PART B) IMPROVING DRINKING WATER QUALITY
Upgrade schemes over next three years
Upgrade water treatment to achieve drinking water standards in accordance
Total capital investment $27 million for major water treatment upgrades over
OPTIONS: PART B) IMPROVING DRINKING WATER QUALITY
In addition to the proposed option continuously chlorinate the Richmond,
The LTP provides our community with the chance to see what we
OPTIONS: FUNDING MOTUEKA’S WATER SUPPLY
FUNDING MOTUEKA’S WATER SUPPLY
Introduce a fixed service charge to all properties connected to the reticulated
Continue with funding the remainder of the costs through volumetric water charging
OPTIONS: FUNDING MOTUEKA’S WATER SUPPLY (CONT.)
Introduce a full fixed service charge to all properties connected to the
Continuation of current funding mechanism which is based only on
It is really important for Motueka that we address stormwater and flooding
Golden Bay Community Board Special Projects - $10,000 per year for local projects, through an increase in the Community Board rate. Nelson Tasman Business Trust - $15,000 a year funding instead of applying for contestable grant.
OTHER PROJECTS AND FUNDING CHANGES
OTHER PROPOSED PROJECTS
Priorities will be agreed with stakeholders to give direction to our programs to protect biodiversity. Tasman's Great Taste Trail extension from Norris Gully to Motueka - $1.05 million with the aim of closing the loop by the end of 2021/2022. We are trialling three new recycling drop-off points this summer in Pohara, Kaiteriteri and Murchison.
Funded by the Government's Waste Minimization Levy, a further 10 recycling points will be located in remote rural and holiday areas. The results from the feasibility study for bus services between Wakefield and Richmond, and between Motueka and Richmond show that these cannot be operated sustainably without significant subsidies. We will trial a ring road service around Richmond and intend to support ride sharing schemes.
Further research and consultation is planned to find the best flood mitigation approach for the Motueka River. 100,000/year goes towards funding our local information centers and the Nelson Tasman Business Trust. As required under the Commodity Legislation Amendment Act, the plan will be electronic by the end of 2020.
Q&A ON OTHER PROJECTS AND CHANGES
This is your chance and time to influence the direction of our
The financial strategy contains the Board's plan to finance its activities over the next 10 years. In defining our approach to this strategy, we have sought to strike a balance between providing services to help achieve our vision while balancing affordability. We did this by managing rates and debt levels within an overall budgetary framework.
Affordability of rates - compared to comparable Council's our rates and debt levels are quite high. Over the past three years, we have been able to significantly reduce debt with modest increases in interest income (excluding the effects of growth in rating units). As the population is expected to continue to grow, we need more homes and business premises.
Environmental and public health risks – with a growing awareness of these risks, we have seen higher public expectations and more stringent regulatory requirements.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
TASMAN’S FINANCIAL STRATEGY
This LTP is all about fulfilling the needs of the people of Tasman
The diagram below shows the amount of fee income we plan to use in various activities over the next 10 years. In the diagram: Environment and Planning consists of resource management planning, environmental monitoring and information, resource consent processing, biodiversity activities, regulatory services and building provision; Community Development consists of community facilities (including libraries and the Richmond Aquatic Centre), museums and community relations;. Transport consists of roads, cycleways, footpaths, river control and flood protection and coastal structures;.
This means that we can deliver our proposed Infrastructure Strategy work program within the financial limits we have set. It is important to note that the financial information contained in this Consultation Paper is forecast information based on the assumptions we reasonably expect to occur. We have endeavored to ensure that our financial projections are as accurate as reasonably possible, based on current information.
GOALS AND STRATEGIES
FINANCIAL CAPS
189m Where
Actual results are likely to differ from the information presented and these variations can sometimes be quite large. Total net debt is expected to peak later than predicted in the LTP 2015 – 25 and decline from the peak later.
TOTAL NET DEBT
BUDGETED RATES INCREASES (EXCLUDING GROWTH)
The LTP is about the ability to manage resources, allowing security of
Draft 10-year
IMPACT ON RATES
CHANGES TO THE RATES REMISSION POLICY
POLICY ON EARLY PAYMENT OF RATES IN THE CURRENT
Rates are not just a bill. They are a contract for social investment in our
RATING EXAMPLES (INCLUDING GENERAL AND TARGETED RATES)
RATING EXAMPLES (INCLUDING GENERAL AND TARGETED RATES) (CONT.)
INFRASTRUCTURE INFORMATION
WHAT IS INFRASTRUCTURE?
WHAT IS AN
INFRASTRUCTURE STRATEGY?
THE PRIORITIES IN OUR INFRASTRUCTURE
We are aiming to improve maintenance on our roads and enhance
SUMMARY OF OUR
INFRASTRUCTURE STRATEGY
WHERE ARE WE NOW?
WHERE ARE WE GOING?
HOW ARE WE GOING TO GET THERE?
TIMELINE OF OUR MAJOR PROJECTS
IMPACTS ON LEVELS OF SERVICE
WHAT ARE ‘LEVELS OF SERVICE’?
CONCURRENT CONSULTATIONS
Summarizes the sources of funding the Board plans to use, the expected amount from each source, and how the Board plans to spend the funds. Community Design Outcomes The outcomes we aim to achieve to meet our communities' current and future needs for quality local infrastructure, local public services, and the performance of regulatory functions. It outlines the strategic issues that have impacted the Strategy, our financial goals and how we plan to achieve them.
Draft Infrastructure Strategy Summarizes the major infrastructure issues for the district over the next 30 years, including their financial and non-financial consequences, and the options for managing them. Outline what we do, the level of service we will provide, how performance will be monitored, which projects will be funded, how activities will be funded and any possible risks. Summary of the Growth Model Provides information on the size and location of expected development to accommodate population growth.
It outlines how we will enhance the capacity of Māori to contribute to the Council's decision-making processes during the LTP period. It sets out our policies and procedures for all treasury activity to ensure that risk is carefully managed. It sets out the Council's investment mix, procedures for managing and reporting on investments and its approach to risk management.
Provides further information on projects and proposed changes that do not constitute proposals in our Main Issues. Settlement Area Reports Provides an overview of the significant projects the Council has planned in the Long Term Plan and information on the projected growth for each settlement.
CONCURRENT CONSULTATIONS AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION (CONT.)
REPORT FROM AUDITOR
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT
YOUR SUBMISSION
SUBMISSION FORM
TIMELINE
YOUR FEEDBACK PLEASE
ADDRESSING RATES AFFORDABILITY
MANAGING COUNCIL’S DEBT
GROWTH
YOUR FEEDBACK (CONT.)
INFRASTRUCTURE
DEVELOPMENT AND FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS POLICY CHANGES
ENHANCING DRINKING WATER SUPPLY CAPACITY AND SECURITY
IMPROVING DRINKING WATER QUALITY
WE NEED TO RECEIVE YOUR SUBMISSION BY 5PM, THURSDAY 5 APRIL 2018
FUNDING MOTUEKA’S WATER SUPPLY
OTHER PROPOSED PROJECTS
MORE FEEDBACK
CONSULTATION MEETINGS
HEARING DATES
HAVE YOUR
