Notices

Vehicular Traffic Road Closure Proposal for the 2009 Christmas ParadesFor the purpose of the 2009 Christmas Parades the Council proposes to close the following roads to ordinary vehicular traffic

A Reminder For Rodney RatepayersPayment of the 2nd instalment of rates must be received by 5pm Friday, 20 November 2009. Payment after this date will incur a 10% penalty.

Open Evening for HomebuildersRodney District Council is holding a free open evening for people who are in the process of building a new home in Rodney or thinking about it.

Changes to General Bylaw 1998At its meeting on 5 November 2009 the Council confirmed the resolutions to make changes to General Bylaw 1998 - Chapter 16 Liquor Bans and Chapter 25 Parking and Traffic Control

Guy FawkesOn Guy Fawkes night (Nov 5) RDC will allow bonfires in a rural areas after dark. Bonfires are strictly prohibited within urban areas in Rodney. We ask that people give consideration to their neighbours and animals this Guy Fawkes.

Conference: Passing Go - Social Wellbeing In The New Auckland CouncilOn November 20 a conference on social policy & community development will be held in Auckland. The conference, will look at social issues in Auckland & how the ‘Supercity’ changes will affect the delivery of services to the community.

Vegetation Control November 2009Notice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of November 2009, weather permitting.

Notice of Meetings November 2009Upcoming Council and Committee meetings for November 2009.

The Heritage Item Assistance Fund 2009Applications for the Heritage Item Assistance Fund are now being accepted and close at 5pm on Friday 30 October.

Report on Dog Control Policies and Practices 2008 - 2009The report on dog control policies and practices for the period between 1 July 2008 and 30 June 2009 was adopted by the Council on 24 September 2009.

Proposal To Close Hibiscus Coast Highway To Vehicular TrafficThe Rodney District Council, for the purpose of the 2009 Christmas Parades in Orewa, Helensville, Wellsford, Warkworth and Kumeu, proposes to close the following roads to ordinary vehicular traffic.

Notice of Additional Meeting – OctoberAn additional meeting of the Strategy and Community Committee will take place on Monday, 19 October commencing at 1.00pm for the purpose of hearing submissions to the Review of Chapter 16 of the General Bylaw 1998, Liquor Bans.

Proposal to Revoke Status of Road ReservesRodney District Council intends to pass a resolution to revoke the reserve status of the following Local Purpose (Road) Reserves

New Zealand Book Month EventsCheck out some of the events happening around the district in October as part of New Zealand Book Month.

Additional Strategy and Community Meeting October 2009There will be an additional meeting of the Strategy and Community Committee on 19 October at 1.00 p.m. for the purpose of hearing submissions to the Review of Chapter 16 – Liquor Ban – of the General Bylaw 1998.

Vegetation Control October 2009Notice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of October 2009, weather permitting.

Review of Chapter 14 – Brothels and Commercial Sex PremisesPublic consultation is currently being undertaken on a review of Rodney District Council’s Brothel and Commercial Sex Premises Bylaw. Submissions close 4:00pm on Friday 30 October.

Adoption in part of the Rodney District Plan 2000At its meeting on 24 September 2009 the Rodney District Council approved the following parts of the Proposed District Plan 2000.

Applications Open For ARST FundWe are looking to fund significant projects in the area of arts and culture in the Rodney district. Applications close 5pm on Thursday 22 October 2009.

Notice Of Meetings October 2009List of Council and Committee meetings for October 2009.

Council Meets the Community Of OrewaHere’s an opportunity for you to meet the Mayor and Rodney Councillors, ask them questions and raise your concerns, issues and ideas.

Public Meeting On Proposed Rodney Split - Change Of VenueHon Dr Lockwood Smith, MP for Rodney, is hosting a public meeting this Saturday at 2:00pm at Ascension Wine Estate to discuss the Select Committee's recommendation to split Rodney.

Safety WeekSeptember 7 – 13 is Safety New Zealand Week. On average 25,000 people a year require hospitalisation from injuries at home. These statistics prompted ACC to launch a 'Safety Begins at Home' campaign last year, which is the theme of NZ Safety Week.

Notice of Additional Meeting – SeptemberAn Independent Commissioner (District Plan and Regulatory) meeting will take place on Monday 7 September at which a confidential item relating to an Environment Court appeal will be considered.

Independent Commissioner Meeting PostponementThe Independent Commissioner (District Plan and Regulatory) meeting advertised for Friday, 4 September will now take place in the Council Chamber, Centreway Road at 9.00 a.m. on Monday 7 September.

Vegetation Control September 2009Notice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of September 2009, weather permitting.

Community Grants Scheme 2009Rodney District Council invites applications for funding from organisations involved in social service, recreational and community activities. Applications close at 4pm on Wednesday 30 September 2009.

Law Commission Public Meeting - Liquor Review ReportMembers of the Law Commission are seeking the publics' views on alcohol issues affecting communities and the public to attend a discussion.

Adoption Of Plan ChangesThe following Plan Changes were approved by Council Resolution passed at its meeting held on 13 August 2009 - Plan Change 58, Plan Change 60, Plan Change 66 and Plan Change 120.

Notice of Meetings September 2009Council and Committee meetings for September 2009.

General Bylaw 1998 - Review Of Chapter 16 Liquor BanThe Council has adopted a review of Chapter 16-Liquor Ban of General Bylaw 1998. Submissions on the proposed amendments to the Bylaw are now invited from the public.

A Reminder for Rodney RatepayersInformation on paying rates by instalment.

Pollen Not PollutionPollen has recently accumulated in some of Auckland's storm water gutters and waterways prompting a number of calls to the Auckland Regional Council pollution hotline.

Withdrawal of Variation 62Public Notice of Withdrawal of Variation 62 (Te Arai Special Zone) to the Proposed Rodney District Plan 2000.

Rangitoto And Motutapu Closed 6 - 14 AugustThe third and final pest eradication aerial drop will take place on Rangitoto and Motutapu Island from 6 - 14 August. Both islands are closed to the pubic during these periods.

Beaches AlertThe public are urged to take care following recent reports of dog and sea life deaths on eastern beaches and within the Hauraki Gulf.

Additional Strategy and Community MeetingThe Strategy and Community Committee will meet in the Council Chamber, Centreway Road Orewa, at 9.00am on Thursday, 6 August 2009 to continue its deliberations

Community Grants SchemeRodney District Council invites applications for funding from organisations involved in social service, recreational and community activities.

Vegetation ControlNotice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of August 2009, weather permitting.

Lost and Impounded DogsAll lost and impounded dogs from Rodney District are now housed at the Northern Animal Shelter, 47 Tavern Road, Silverdale.

Notice of Meetings August 2009Council and committee meetings for August 2009.

Proposed Plan Change 102Summary of Decisions Requested in Submissions to Proposed Plan Change 102 (formerly Variation 102) to the Rodney District Plan 2000 – Operative in part – Correction to Noise Rules table

Clarification of Dog Registration FeesDog owners will have received an application form to register your dog which has a due date of 1 July 2009. This year we have extended the discount date for paying dog registrations until 1 September 2009.

Vegetation Control July 2009Contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of July 2009, weather permitting.

Parking and Traffic Control BylawAt an Extraordinary Meeting on 18 June 2009 the Council confirmed a new Chapter 25-Parking and Traffic Control Bylaw.

Library Hours ChangeAmended opening hours for the Kumeu and Helensville libraries

Notice of Additional MeetingStrategy and Community Committee

Rodney District Libraries Activity Leader WantedAn Activity Leader is wanted for the delivery of Wriggle & Rhyme sessions for children 0 - 2 years at six Rodney District libraries.

Postponement of Extraordinary Council MeetingAn Extraordinary Council meeting scheduled for Friday, 26 June for the purpose of Adopting the Long Term Council Community Plan will now take place on Monday, 29 June 2009 commencing at 2:00 pm.

Notice of Meetings July 2009A summary of Council and Committee meetings for July 2009.

Closure of Rangitoto Island and Motutapu for pest eradicationRangitoto Island and Motutapu are closed for a period of ten days from Friday 19 June to Monday 29 June.

Notice of Additional MeetingsExtraordinary Council Meeting and Contracts Sub-Committee of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee.

World Ocean Day 20098 June is World Ocean Day. World Ocean Day is an opportunity every year to honor our oceans and get directly involved in protecting our future.

Notice of Additional Meeting - Audit CommitteeAn Audit Committee Meeting will take place on Friday, 12 June 2009 in the Committee Room, commencing at 11.30am

Vegetation Control June 2009Contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of June 2009, weather permitting.

Notice of Meetings June 2009A list of Council and Committee meetings for June 2009.

Dog Registration 2009/2010The Rodney District Council advises that the last date for payment of dog registration fees for the 2009/2010 year at the discounted rate will be 1 September 2009.

A Reminder to Rodney RatepayersPayment options for Rodney Ratepayers.

Rating Information Database Available for Public InspectionThe Rating Information Database, which records all information required for setting and assessing rates, is available for public inspection during the month of May.

The Resource Management Act 1991Notice of decisions made on submissions to Plan Change/Variation 120 – removal of temporary signs from Chapter 16 Rodney District Plan 2000 – operative in part.

Influenza Type A - H1N1 (Swine Flu) UpdateUpdate from the Ministry of Health on the latest news.

Vegetation Control May 2009Notice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of May 2009, weather permitting.

Notice of Meetings May 2009Council and Committee Meetings for May 2009, including Extraordinary Council Meetings to hear submissions to the Long Term Council Community Plan (LTCCP).

Rodney Libraries School Holiday ProgrammeRodney Libraries are hosting free fun school holiday programmes at libraries throughout the District.

Statement of Proposal for Parking and Traffic Control BylawTo make a new Chapter 25 – Parking and Traffic Control and as a consequence revoke certain parts of Chapter 8 – Public Places and Chapter 9 – Road Traffic and Numbering of Premises. Submissions should be received by no later than 4.00 pm on 18 May 2009.

Second-hand Book Fair FundraiserA second-hand book fair is being held at Hobsonville Hall on Sunday the 17 of May from 8am to 3pm in support of Neighbourhood Support Waitakere.

Anzac Day ServicesA full list of Anzac Day Services in Silverdale, Helensville, Riverhead, Waimauku, Warkworth, Wellsford and Leigh.

District Plan and Regulatory Committee Meetings - Emergency MeetingAn emergency meeting of the District Plan and Regulatory Committee took place on Wednesday 1 April at 3.30pm at which an Independent Commissioner was authorised to sign a notification decision for a proposed supermarket in Warkworth.

A Message For All Farmers And ProducersAre you concerned about the rising costs of production and fertilizers? Attend this presentation on alternative fertilizers that may assist you with your future planning and have your say on where research should be heading.

Easter Hours for Rodney District Council ServicesDue to the Easter break there will be some changes to operating hours for Council services.

Notice of Decisions on Private Plan Change and Variation (Genesis Energy Ltd)Notice of Decisions made on Submissions to Private Plan Change 107 to the Operative District Plan 1993 and Variation 89 to the proposed Rodney District Plan 2000 – Genesis Energy ltd.

Public Consultation on Draft LTCCP 2009-2019Rodney District Council is consulting on its Draft Long Term Council Community Plan (LTCCP) for 2009–2019 from 1 April-1 May 2009.

The Resource Management Act 1991 Notice of DecisionsNotice of Decisions Made on Submissions to Plan Change (Formerly Variation) 66- Open Space Activities in Residential Zones Rodney District Plan 2000 – Operative in Part.

The Heritage Item Assistance FundThe Heritage Item Assistance Fund is a contestable fund of $50,000 per year that is open to the public for the purpose of conserving, restoring, and protecting valued heritage items within the Rodney District.

Vegetation ControlNotice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of April 2009, weather permitting.

Notice of Meetings April 2009The Council will meet on Thursday, 9 April. Committee Meetings are as follows.

Selected Dog Owners“Selected Dog Owner” status is granted to owners whose property and dog care/control practices comply with Council’s good dog owner criteria.

Change to Extraordinary Council Meeting Date and TimeThe Extraordinary Council meeting for the purpose of adopting the draft LTCCP previously scheduled for Tuesday 24 March will now take place on Wednesday 25 March at 10.00am.

End of Daylight Saving for Dogs on BeachesThis notice seeks to clarify when the prohibited time for dogs on beaches ends.

The Resource Management Act 1991Notice of Decisions made on Submissions to Plan Change (formerly Variation) 61 (inundation and flooding).

Proposed Changes to RDC's "Standards for Engineering Design and Construction"At the meeting on 26th February 2009 the Council adopted the proposed amendments to the Standards for Engineering Design and Construction (2009) document (SEDC).

2009 - 2019 Long Term Council Community PlanThe Council is now preparing its Long Term Council Community Plan for 2009 - 2019. We expect the Draft Plan will be available for public consultation in early April 2009.

Notice of WorksThe NZ Transport Agency wishes to advise motorists there will be resealing and drainage works at various locations on SH1 between Oteha Valley Road and the Orewa interchange, starting on Sunday 15 March 2009.

Resource Management Act - Variation 58Notice of decisions made on submissions to plan change (formerly variation) 58 (high iitensity residential rules) Rodney District Plan 2000 – operative in part

Proposed changes to Standards for Engineeering Design and ConstructionAt the meeting on 26th February 2009 the Council adopted the proposed amendments to the Standards for Engineering Design and Construction (2009) document (SEDC).

Omeru Scenic Reserve Management PlanYou are invited to comment on any aspect of the use and management of the reserve.

Prohibited Fire Season LiftedThe Prohibited Fire Season has been lifted and a Restricted Fire Season allowing fires by way of Fire Permit shall apply across the Rodney District from midday on 27 February 2009 and unless further public notice is given until midday on 31 March 2009.

Vegetation ControlNotice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of March 2009, weather permitting.

Re-scheduled WorksAuckland Motorways wishes to advise that the works programmed to be carried out on SH1 northbound in the Lonely Track Road area earlier this month, had to be rescheduled again, due to bad weather.

Meeting CancelledPlease note the Strategy and Community Meeting scheduled for 12th February 2009 has been cancelled.

Prohibited Fire SeasonAMENDMENT to PUBLIC NOTICE dated 5 February 2009.

2009 Community Service AwardsRodney District Council is now seeking nominations for the 2009 Community Service Awards.

Notice of Decisions - Plan Change/Variation 11Notice of decisions made on submissions to Plan Change/Variation 11 to Rodney District Plan 2000 – Operative in Part.

Committee MeetingsSub-Contracts Committee of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee

Re-scheduled Motorway WorksWorks programmed to be carried out on SH1 northbound in the Lonely Track Road area between 18 January and 23 January, had to be rescheduled.

Development Contributions Public WorkshopsRodney District Council is working towards introducing a development contributions policy as part of the Long Term Council Community Plan (LTCCP) 2009-19.

Cancellation of Infrastructure and Environment Committee MeetingThe meeting scheduled for 9am, Thursday 29th January has been cancelled.

Statement of ProposalAmendment to Chapter 14 of Rodney District Council Bylaw - Road and Traffic Control and Numbering of Premises Proposal to Remove Heavy Vehicle Restrictions on Grand Drive, Orewa.

Phase 2 - SH1 Oteha Valley Rd to Silverdale InterchangePhase Two of the SH1 - Oteha Valley Road to Silverdale works, will resume again on Monday 12 January.

Coastal Enhancement FundThe Coastal Enhancement Fund (CEF) aims to support groups and individuals whose projects will enhance, restore and protect Auckland's coastline.

New Liquor Bans Take EffectThe Council at its Meeting on 27 November 2008 confirmed a resolution to introduce a ban on the carriage or consumption of alcoholic liquor in the following specified public places:

Creative Community Grants SchemeSuccessful applicants for the latest large grant round.

Road Speed Limits BylawThe Council at its meeting on 6 November 2008 confirmed the amendments to Chapter 18 Road Speed Limits Bylaw.

Restricted Fire SeasonNotice of Restricted Fire Season.

General Bylaw - Liquor Ban ProposalThe Council at its meeting on 6 November 2008 resolved under section 10, of Chapter 16, Liquor Ban Bylaw, to introduce a liquor ban at Te Arai Beach, Helensville central business district and Parakai.

Planning Rodney Public MeetingsRodney District Council is consulting with the public on a new document called Planning Rodney.

Application for Resource ConsentThe Rodney District Council has received an application for Resource Consent as listed below.

Alterations to DesignationsNotification of Notice of Requirement for Alterations to Designations Under Section 181 of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Resource Consent ApplicationsPublic Notification of Applications for Resource Consent Under Section 93 of The Resource Management Act 1991.

Vegetation ControlNotice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of November 2008, weather permitting.

Notice of MeetingsAn Extraordinary Council meeting will take place on Thursday, 27 November at the conclusion of the Strategy & Community Committee meeting, to confirm the Liquor Ban Bylaws for Parakai, Helensville and Te Arai.

Reserve Management Plans - ReviewThe Victor Eaves Park and Wellsford Centennial Park Reserve Management Plans are currently being reviewed.

Notice of Additional MeetingsTwo additional Council meetings will be held on the 22nd and 30th October in connection with the adoption of the 2007/08 Annual Plan and the RDC Community Grants sub-committee.

Road Closures for Christmas ParadesThe following road closures are proposed in connection with the upcoming Christmas parades around the Rodney region.

Changes to Council MeetingsPlease note the following changes with regards to two Council meetings in October.

Rodney District General BylawThe RDC has been reviewing the General Bylaw 1998 and in the course of the review exercise six chapters have been revoked, 14 reviewed and retained and 10 new bylaws have been made.

Resource Consent ApplicationConsent is sought to construct and operate a new commercial complex in two buildings with associated parking spaces, on site disposal and landscaping.

Creative Communities Large Grant Funding Round ClosingApplications for Creative Communities Scheme large grants ($500 - $5,000) for arts projects close at 4.00pm on Friday 10 October.

Vegetation Control - Rodney DistrictNotice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of October 2008, weather permitting.

Proposed District Plan Variation - Temporary SignsSummary of Decisions Requested in Submissions to Proposed Variation 120 to the Proposed District Plan 2000 – Temporary Signs.

Cemetery Trust ChangesNotice is hereby given of the trustees of Minniesdale and Whangateau Cemeteries.

Notice of Meetings October 2008Note: With effect from 1 October 2008, the Council, Strategy & Community and Infrastructure & Environment Committees will meet on a six weekly cycle.

Rodney District Council ScholarshipsThe Rodney District Council is offering seven scholarships, each valued at $2000, in recognition of the value of education to the District’s future.

Community Grants Scheme Closing Date LoomsThe Community Grants Scheme's current application period closes on 30 September 2008.

Coastal Flooding RiskCoastal inundation (flooding) risk areas have been determined for the East Coast and lower Kaipara Harbour area.

Application for Resource ConsentConsent is sought to undertake a two lot subdivision for the restoration and protection of a watercourse and additional work at 1731 State Highway 17, Dairy Flat.

Report on Dog Control Policies and PracticesThe following information gives notice with regards to persuant to section 10A of the Dog Control Act 1996 - a report on dog control policies and practices for a specific period.

Council Electoral SystemNotice is given under section 28 of the Local Electoral Act 2001, that the Rodney District Council has resolved to hold its next triennial general election under the First Past the Post electoral system.

Boundary Relocation and Stopped RoadsSummary of Decisions Requested in Submissions to Proposed Variation 117 to the Proposed District Plan 2000 – Boundary Relocation and Stopped Roads.

Proposed District Plan Variations - Road FrontageSummary of Decisions Requested in Submissions to Proposed Variation 126 to the Proposed District Plan 2000 – Road Frontage Notation

Draft Policy on Business Improvement Districts The Rodney District Council and the Rodney Economic Development Trust have worked together to develop a policy to enable business associations to raise funds to implement a business plan agreed to by its members.

RDC Community Grants SchemeRodney District Council invites applications for funding from organisations involved in social service, recreational and community activities.