INFORMATION AND CONSULTATION DOCUMENT FOR THE PROPOSED ANNUAL PLAN 2019 2020
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INFORMATION AND CONSULTATION DOCUMENT FOR THE PROPOSED ANNUAL PLAN 2019 – 2020
Our vision So what is an Annual Plan?
Our city is one of a kind. We are surrounded by outstanding natural The Annual Plan is Council’s work programme for a given financial year (1 July – 30 June). This Annual Plan covers the
beauty and a wide range of leisure and recreational opportunities. 2019 – 2020 financial year.
We’re recognised as a great place for families and for people who
Following community input on the Long Term Plan 2018 – 2028, the final document was adopted in June 2018.
enjoy the outdoors. We encapsulate this in our vision:
The Long Term Plan covers ten years but is itself reviewed every three years. This Annual Plan represents year
Life. Leisure. Live it!
two of the Long Term Plan 2018 – 2028.
In 2015, our vision was established after extensive community
Within the Annual Plan you will find the agreed Long Term Plan work programme for year two, how much it will cost,
consultation. Since then, this vision has been supported by five
and how it will be paid for. Overall, little has changed for year two, as described in the Long Term Plan, however there
strategic priority areas: Community, Environment, City centre,
are some variances in the timing of some projects and their associated costs, all of which will be included in the Annual
Economy, and Infrastructure. These areas express our community
Plan 2019 – 2020 document.
outcomes and guide what we deliver for our city.
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031
Annual Plan 2017 – 2018
Long Term Plan 2018 – 2028
Annual Plan 2019 – 2020
Annual Plan 2020 – 2021
Long Term Plan 2021 – 2031
Annual Plan 2022 – 2023
Information and consultation
This document has two sections. In the first section, we are updating the basic financial changes and summaries for
the upcoming financial year, along with Long Term Plan project updates. The second part is consultation, where we are
seeking your feedback and input into our decision making for the upcoming financial year as well as the next Long Term
Plan. We’ve made an effort to differentiate between the two sections with the following highlights.
INFORMATION HAVE YOUR SAY
INFORMATION Rate changes
Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10
AVERAGE NET 2018 – 2019 2019 – 2020 2020 – 2021 2021 – 2022 2022 – 2023 2023 – 2024 2024 – 2025 2025 – 2026 2026 – 2027 2027 – 2028
RATES INCREASE
(LONG TERM PLAN) 3.98% 5.51% 4.68% 5.44% 4.52% 4.74% 1.96% 1.79% 0.95% 1.23%
As outlined in the Long Term Plan, both Maidstone Max and H²O Xtream are due for a complete We indicated in the Long Term Plan that (because of these projects)
Average net
redevelopment. We received very positive support from the community last year when we rates increase 2019 – 2020 would be the year when the average net rates increase
consulted on these projects. Likewise, with its growing popularity, Expressions Whirinaki has 2019 – 2020 would be at its highest over the 10 years at 5.51%. We have managed
4.87%
outgrown its current capacity and needs additional facilities to ensure it meets the growing to reduce this figure to 4.87%.
needs of the community. Council considered all three projects were a high priority to meet the
needs of the city and scheduled them to begin in the 2019 – 2020 year.
How you’re affected RESIDENTIAL
CV $417,000
RURAL
CV $717,000
BUSINESS
CV $1,019,000
What does this rates increase mean? The table opposite indicates General rates (includes the regional amenity fund rate) $1,270 $1,594 $9,002
how the average rates increase affects properties of average value.
Targeted rates (water supply, wastewater, stormwater) $1,039 NOT APPLICABLE $2,612
Total UHCC rates (including GST) $2,309 $1,594 $11,614
Change per week (FROM 2018 – 2019) $2.30 $2.60 $15.79
Funding sources
Rates are not our only source of funding but do make GENERAL RATES 28%
RATES 44%
up the largest portion at 44%. Council always considers TARGETED RATES 16%
alternative options to minimise the rates impact where BORROWINGS 22% DEBT 22%
possible—this includes user fees and charges, external FEES AND CHARGES 19%
funding, and debt (discussed on page 9 of the draft Annual SUBSIDIES 8%
Plan document). RESERVE FUNDS 4% OTHER 34%
DEVELOPMENT AND FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS 2%
SUNDRY 1%
INFORMATION Annual Plan 2019 – 2020 budget at a glance
Leadership Land transport Water supply Wastewater Stormwater Sustainability Planning and Community and Economic
regulatory recreation development
EXPENDITURE
$13.5 M
$10.4 M CAPEX
CAPEX $7.2 M
CAPEX
$2.8 M
$1 M CAPEX
CAPEX
OPEX
OPEX OPEX $0.6 M OPEX
$3 M OPEX
$2.7 M $3.2 M
OPEX OPEX
OPEX
$7.4 M $6.3 M $6.9 M $7.8 M
OPEX
$17.4 M
FUNDING SOURCES
95% 0% 5% 32% 20% 48% 67% 3% 30% 72% 10% 18% 29% 29% 42% 13% 0% 87% 37% 7% 56% 40% 36% 24% 68% 31% 1%
RATES DEBT OTHER* RATES DEBT OTHER* RATES DEBT OTHER* RATES DEBT OTHER* RATES DEBT OTHER* RATES DEBT OTHER* RATES DEBT OTHER* RATES DEBT OTHER* RATES DEBT OTHER*
PORTION OF RATES SPEND
7% 16% 12% 17% 7% 0% 7% 29% 5%
* Includes fees and charges, subsidies and grants, development and financial contributions, and funding from other agencies (such as NZTA, GWRC, etc).
INFORMATION Update on projects
Current projects Projects set to commence in 2019 – 2020
Upper Hutt Central Library seismic upgrade Maidstone Max redevelopment
Following the closure of the Library in February 2018, extensive Community engagement on the Maidstone Max redevelopment project
earthquake strengthening has taken place with the work running to time in January was a huge success. 199 people completed an online survey,
and to budget. The upgraded building reopened on 11 March 2019. providing feedback on the existing facility and ideas for the redevelopment
and new design. This information, along with other feedback received on
Park Day, has been supplied as part of a design brief to the park designers.
Walking and cycling network Concept designs are expected to be supplied to Council in June. The
Council is preparing for land access negotiations, based on a feasibility designs will be presented to the public for feedback later in 2019.
study completed in 2017. This preliminary work will guide further planning
for the capital works, currently scheduled to commence in 2019 – 2020.
H2O Xtream redevelopment
Once the budget becomes available in July 2019, the design process will
Economic Development Stimulus Policy begin. We expect to have a design for public consultation by early 2020.
Half of the funding has been allocated so far this financial year through
19 approved applications.
Expressions Whirinaki redevelopment
During the Long Term Plan 2015 – 2025 we consulted on the Expressions
Residential Stimulus Policy Whirinaki redevelopment and a feasibility study was subsequently carried
We have received ten applications. Nine have been approved, out. The study’s outcomes, and inflation since the original planning,
and one application has been declined. increased the projected cost to $7.25 million (from a previous budget of
$4.3 million in 2015). Council committed to funding $4.38 million as part
of the Long Term Plan 2018 – 2028, while the Expressions Whirinaki Trust
Maidstone sports hub—stage 1: sports fields is sourcing the remaining $2.87 million externally. The project is now in the
Work began on 4 March. Once the work is complete and grass is detailed design phase which is expected to be complete by mid-July 2019.
re-established, the fields should be available for use in winter 2020.
In conjunction with the redevelopment, an additional upgrade to the fire
suppression system is being carried out to enhance building compliance.
Trentham Memorial Park This will be funded as asset renewal.
We’re replacing the playground bark with matting to improve accessibility
for all users, and constructing a new interactive water-play feature. Work
should be complete by April/May 2019.
HAVE YOUR SAY
Sustainability Strategy
Adopted in 2012, the Upper Hutt Sustainability Strategy is due to be
reviewed this year. Before we begin, we would like to take the opportunity
to ask some questions that will help shape a full consultation process in
the coming months.
Sustainability has never been more defined or in the spotlight. The
United Nations defines sustainability with 17 key global goals including
responsible production and consumption, no poverty, gender equality,
education, clean energy, and climate action.
Closer to home, the New Zealand government is expecting to have the
Zero Carbon Bill enacted by the end of 2019, which will have an overriding
effect on the way we kiwis live.
What does all of this mean for Upper Hutt?
Our Sustainability Strategy will set out key principles to help shape Upper
Hutt through the next ten years as the world develops a more sustainable
future. As a resident of Upper Hutt, we want to know what you think the
Upper Hutt Sustainability Strategy should include, what our challenges
are, and what direction we should take.
HAVE YOUR SAY
The future of kerbside recycling
For safety and environmental reasons, Upper Hutt City Council adopted a user-pays model for kerbside recycling Or, Council could contract a single, city-wide recycling collection provider.
which began in February 2013. Any future city-wide recycling service will have to adopt a wheelie-bin and/or crate The cost of this option is estimated to equate to a 3.6% increase in rates
system, similar to current providers. For the Long Term Plan 2021 – 2031 Council may consider alternative options. on top of other rates increases ($80 – $96 per household).
Options include a model similar to Kāpiti Coast District Council. Under this user-pays model, waste collection Tell us what you think—we’re preparing now for the next Long Term Plan
service providers are required (through a bylaw) to also provide recycling services for their customers. and we’d like your input on the future of kerbside recycling in Upper Hutt.HAVE YOUR SAY
Economic Development We recently asked 255 Upper Hutt businesses to share their thoughts about our Economic
Development Stimulus Policy. From a 12% response rate, we gained the following insights:
Stimulus Policy
Revising the policy
This initiative, first introduced in 2014 – 2015, has now been running
successfully for five years. The policy has contributed to increased
73% 58%
vitality within our city centre and provided investors with the confidence
that Upper Hutt is a great place to establish a business.
The incentives have encouraged businesses to invest over agree the city centre is vital to were aware of EDSP grants, most
$20 million in building, expanding, and refurbishing industrial and Upper Hutt’s economic prosperity finding out through Council staff
commercial infrastructure in Upper Hutt. Over $6 million of this has
been invested directly in the city centre.
This year we are proposing to make a few changes to the criteria to
38%
ensure that the policy remains effective in activating the city centre,
and encouraging new business and industry across Upper Hutt.
We’re not proposing to make any changes to the $500,000 budget. found the incentive grant to be
vital to the success of their project
Proposed changes
1. Replace ‘CBD’ with ‘city centre’ to broaden the geographical
area when considering applications.
2. Increased proportions and maximums for Council contributions to
earthquake strengthening—according to NBS* levels achieved.
3. A scale for city centre commercial retrofits be introduced,
starting from $5,000.
4. Relocations within Upper Hutt can be considered if relocation is
necessary for business expansion or partnership development.
5. A condition of grant acceptance being that Council may request
specific business information to help assess the impact of the policy.
The fully revised Economic Development Stimulus Policy is available
(with track-changes applied) at consultation.upperhuttcity.com
* New Building Standard for earthquake resilienceWays to engage
Make a submission online at consultation.upperhuttcity.com or download a submission Chat with the Mayor | Upper Hutt Central Library, Tuesday 2 April, 10.30 am
form and email it to askus@uhcc.govt.nz with ‘Annual Plan submission’ as the subject
Business workshop | Expressions Whirinaki, Wednesday 10 April, 7.30 – 9.00 am
Join the discussion at facebook.com/UpperHuttCityCouncil If you’d like to attend this workshop, email askus@uhcc.govt.nz
Complete the form in this document and freepost it or drop it in at: We will be hearing oral submissions on this consultation document in late May.
Council reception, 838 – 842 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt To book a 10-minute oral submission slot call us on (04) 527 2169.
Pinehaven Library, Corner Jocelyn Crescent and Pinehaven Road
Upper Hutt Central Library, 844 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt
SEND US YOUR FEEDBACK BY 18 APRIL 2019
Consultation key dates
14 MARCH 2 APRIL 18 APRIL 20/21 MAY 4 JUNE 26 JUNE
Thursday Tuesday Thursday Monday – Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday
Consultation Chat with the Consultation Hearings Submissions Adoption of
opens Mayor closes considered Annual Plan
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