Notices

Notice Of Meetings August 2010Find out about upcoming Council and Committee meetings for August 2010.

Notice of Impounding and Proposed Sale Of Impounded StockTwo Friesian steers and One red steer have been seized and impounded at Bawden Road, Dairy Flat. Unless claimed the animals will be sold by public auction at 12pm on Monday 2 August 2010 at Kumeu Saleyards.

Dog Owners – Dog Registration ReminderDog registration for the period 1 July 2010 to 30 June 2011 is due. To receive a discount, an application together with the appropriate fee, must be made by Monday 2 August 2010.

Notice of Proposed Plan Variation 150 Significant Natural Areas - Additions To Planning MapsThe purpose of this Variation is to add a number of Significant Natural Areas to the planning maps which were omitted when the planning maps were originally produced in 2000.

General Bylaw - Chapter 22 Temporary SignsThe Council at its meeting on 24 June 2010 amended Chapter 22 – Temporary Signs of General Bylaw 1998.

Summary of submissions to Cultural Heritage Plan ChangeA summary of submissions on Proposed Plan Change 135 relating to Cultural Heritage is now available for inspection.

Community Support Grants Funding Funding applications are now being received for a range of Community support grants.

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

Resource Management Act 1991Rodney District Council approved the following chapter of the Proposed District Plan 2000, having had all submissions and appeals relating to them disposed of.

General Bylaw 1998 - Temporary SignsUnder this bylaw, temporary election signs may only be erected from 08 August 2010 to 08 October 2010.

Vegetation ControlNotice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of July 2010, weather permitting.

Elections 2010 Candidate SeminarsSeminars to provide information for people considering standing for election as a Councillor or Local Board member in the 2010 elections are being held in Rodney.

Graffiti Guardian volunteers neededThe Council wants to keep Rodney clean, green and graffiti free. To make this happen we are looking for volunteers to help remove graffiti in your community.

Notice of Meetings July 2010Council and Committee Meeting dates for July.

Dog Control FeesFor the Period 1 July 2010 To 30 June 2011, the following Dog Control fees have been set.

Amendments to Bylaws, Chapter 18 – Road Speed LimitsThe altered road speed limits and amended bylaw will come into operation on 1 July 2010.

Proposed Plan Change/Variation 141 - Blacked out RulesSummary of submissions to Proposed Plan Change/Variation 141, Blacked out Rules is now available for public inspection. Further submissions must be lodged at an office of the Council no later than 4.00pm on Friday 18 June 2010.

Queen's Birthday Rubbish and Recycling CollectionsThere are some changes to rubbish and recycling collection times as a result of Queen's Birthday weekend on Monday 7 June.

Variation 140 Small Business Centres Summary Of SubmissionsThe proposal introduces a new Small Business Centres Policy Area that is applied to the smaller centres in the District, including some centres that are zoned Mixed Business. Further submissions close on Wednesday 16 June at 4pm.

Vegetation Control June 2010Notice is given that contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of June 2010, weather permitting.

Draft Rural Strategy ConsultationThe council has prepared a ‘Draft Rural Strategy’ for public comment. The strategy is intended to guide planning in rural Rodney over the next 25 years. Submissions close on Monday 21 June at 5pm.

Notice of Meetings June 2010Upcoming Council and committee meetings for June 2010.

Inspection of Rating Information DatabaseThe Rating Information Database (RID) is available for public inspection.

Notice of Proposed Plan Change 135 - Cultural Heritage AmendmentsThe purpose of Plan Change 135 is to make a number of amendments in Chapter 17 Cultural Heritage. Submissions close 18 June 2010.

Notice Of Impounding And Proposed Sale Of Impounded StockImpounded stock seized from Nobilo Road, Huapai will be sold by public auction at 12pm on Monday 24 May 2010 at Wellsford Saleyards, unless claimed by the owner and all charges are paid.

Rodney District Council BillThe dates of the period during which the Rodney District Council Bill will be available for inspection are from Tuesday 18 May 2010 till Tuesday 8 June 2010.

A Reminder For Rodney RatepayersThe next payment for those paying their rates by instalment must be received by Thursday 20 May 2010.

The Heritage Item Assistance Fund Open For ApplicationsApplications are now open for the Heritage Item Assistance Fund for heritage items within the Rodney District. Applications close on 11 June 2010.

Resource Consent Application RMA 56007 - 108 Station Rd, HuapaiThe Council has received a resource consent application for the subdivision of land to establish two rural residential lots. The submission period closes at 4pm on Wednesday 9 June 2010.

Identification of Trees for ProtectionFollowing changes to the Resource Management Act 1991, Councils now need to identify specific trees to be protected in a schedule to their District Plans. Nominations close on 4 June 2010.

Learn More about Crime Prevention Through Environmental DesignA free workshop is being held at Soljans Estate Winery on Friday 18 June from 9.30am – 3.30pm to provide information about what crime prevention through environmental design is and how it can be used to deter graffiti.

Vegetation Control May 2010Contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of May 2010, weather permitting.

Grant of LicenceThe Council intends to grant a Licence to Kensington Park Holdings Limited to construct a deck over part of the recreation reserve (Lot 1 DP404630).

Notice of Meetings May 2010Council and Committee meetings for May 2010.

Review of General Bylaw Chapter 17 Trade WasteThe Council has confirmed the reviewed Chapter 17 - Trade Waste Bylaw and corrected an error in Chapter 25 - Parking and Traffic Control.

Notice Of Extraordinary Council Meeting 1 April 2010An Extraordinary meeting of the Rodney District Council took place on Thursday, 1 April at 2.00pm at which the working version of the Annual Plan 2010/2011 was approved for the Auckland Transition Agency’s (ATA) review.

Proposed Variation 141 - Blacked Out ProvisionsThe Council has prepared Variation 141 - Blacked Out Provisions to indicate the intention to amend the rules in Chapter 22 of the Rodney District Plan 2000. Submissions close on Friday 7 May 2010.

Cancellation Of Audit Committee MeetingThe Audit Committee meeting previously scheduled for Tuesday, 13 April at 11.30am has been cancelled.

Vegetation Control April 2010Chemical spraying will be carried out in April 2010 for the protection of the road asset and to enhance road safety.

Restricted Fire Season ExtendedThe restricted fire season shall be extended across the District from Wednesday 31 March 2010 and unless further notice is given until midday on 1 May 2010.

Public Notice Of Proposed Variation 140 - Small Business CentresThe purpose of this variation is to introduce a Small Business Centres Policy Area that is applied to smaller centres in the District to manage intensification and development. Submissions close Monday 3 May 2010.

Notice Of A Decision Made At An Extraordinary Council Meeting - 18 March 2010Subject to approval from the Auckland Transition Agency, the Council has decided it will not trigger the special consultative requirements of an amendment to the LTCCP, nor the requirement to consult on the draft annual plan.

Notice Of A Decision Made At Extraordinary Council Meeting - 11 March 2010At an Extraordinary Meeting on 11 March it was decided to prepare and progress a local bill promoting that Rodney District be excluded from the Auckland Council and be established as a unitary authority.

Earth Hour - Saving Costs Through Sustainable Design Seminar SeriesRodney District Council invites you to attend one of our free ‘Earth Hour’ special events to find out more about how you can save money while reducing your impact on the environment.

Proposed Renaming of a Section of State Highway 17NZTA is to revoke the "State Highway" status of the section of State Highway 17 between Greville Road and the Silverdale Motorway intersection. Ownership of this road will revert to the affected Councils and as a result the road will need to be renamed.

Unwanted Or Expired Agrichemical CollectionThe Agrecovery Rural Recycling programme will be holding collections for unwanted or expired agrichemicals in the Auckland region on 30 - 31 March 2010.

Vegetation Control March 2010Contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in March for the protection of the road asset and to enchance road safety.

Rodney Community Service Award Nominations OpenRodney District Council is now seeking nominations for the 2010 Community Service Awards.

Road Safety and Sustainable Travel ProjectsApplications are welcomed from Community Groups for Road Safety and Sustainable Travel projects for the 2010-2011 year. Applications close Friday 5 March 2010.

Notice of Meetings March 2010Upcoming Council and Committee meetings for March 2010.

Rodney Mayor Questions ATA’s PrioritiesRodney Mayor Penny Webster is questioning the priorities of the Auckland Transition Agency (ATA), which will this week begin a public competition to design a corporate logo for the new Auckland Council.

A Reminder For Rodney RatepayersInformation on paying rates by instalment.

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. If you feel you may qualify as a "Selected Dog Owner" you need to apply by 1 May 2010.

Chapter 17 Trade Waste Bylaw Review Consultation ExtendedThe Council has extended the consultation period for a review of Chapter 17 Trade Waste Bylaw. Submissions now close 4pm Monday 29 March 2010.

Liquor Ban Info and Trouble Free Partying GuideRodney District Council has 21 liquor bans in place. We have also developed a Guide to Trouble Free Partying designed to keep young people and our communities safe this summer.

Proposed Speed Limits ChangesPublic consultation is currently being undertaken on a review of Rodney District Council’s Road Speed Limits Bylaw. Submissions close Friday 5 March 2010.

Notice of Meetings February 2010Council and Committee meetings for February 2010.

Adoption of Plan Change 107 and Plan Change 89The Council has approved Plan Change 107 (Special 18 –Rodney District Thermal Energy Generation Rural Zone) and Plan Change 89 (Special 27 – Rodney District Thermal Energy Generation Rural Zone).

Notice of Meetings January 2010Committee meetings for January 2010.

Vegetation Control January 2010Contractors will be carrying out chemical spraying in the month of January 2010, weather permitting.

Bylaws - Chapter 14 Brothels and Commercial Sex PremisesAt a meeting on Thursday 17 December, the Council adopted the reviewed Chapter 14 of the General Bylaw - Brothels and Commercial Sex Premises.

Notice of Decisions to Plan Change 117 and Plan Change/Variation 65Notice of Decisions made on Submissions to Plan Change (Formerly Variation) 117 – Boundary Relocations and Plan Change/Variation 65 (Visitor Accommodation)

A Reminder for Rodney RatepayersFor those paying their Water/Wastewater Charges in the "Other" (previously called Rural and Townships) area, payments must be received by 5pm Tuesday 15 December.

Cancellation of Infrastructure and Environment Committee MeetingThe Infrastructure and Environment Committee meeting previously scheduled for 9.00am on Thursday, 10 December 2009 has been cancelled.

Councillor ClinicThe Hibiscus Coast Councillors are holding a clinic to assist residents with information and making submissions on the Local Government Commission consultation on ward and local board boundaries for the new Auckland Council.

Notice of Extraordinary Meeting 19 November 2009An Extraordinary meeting of the Rodney District Council took place on Thursday, 19 November at 11.31am at which the Mayor and Deputy Mayor signed off the Council’s submission to the Auckland Transition Agency’s Discussion Document.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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:

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

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.

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.

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.

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.