CBD Revitalisation Project

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1 CBD Revitalisation Project Council Submission Hearings & Deliberations Monday 23 July 2018 Commencing at 9.30am In the Council Chamber 2 Baring Square East, Ashburton

2 Timetable Time Submitter Submission () 9.35am John Skevington am Jonathan Everest am Peter McAuliffe am Morning tea 10.30am Spare 10.45am Catherine Kilgour am Ashburton Accord (Sarah Davidson) am Smokefree Mid Canterbury (Carly McDowell) am Hakatere Maori Komiti (Michelle Brett) am 12.00pm Spare Lunch 12.30pm 12.45pm Spare Spare 1.00pm Emmily Harmer Photography pm 1.30pm Spare Spare 1.45pm Eastfield Health Board (Tony Dann) pm Further submissions and deliberations. Attached: of Submitter Feedback (with staff and consultant's comments) [Document of full submissions (+ Youth Forum submissions) circulated and can also be viewed on the ADC web site]

3 CBD Revitalisation Project 2018 of Feedback To support hearings and deliberations 23 July

4 Table of Contents Contents of all feedback received... 2 Overall Concept and Recommended Options km/hour speed zone One-Way System Gateway Treatments Parking management proposal Youth Forum of all feedback received 66 submissions received on time 0 late submissions received 12 submitters indicated they want to be heard Key Issues SUPPORT OPPOSED Total of responses Overall concept and recommended options 64% (37) 36% (21) 58 Parking management proposal 69% (35) 31% (16) 51 2

5 Overall Concept and Recommended Options Council has been working on solutions for revitalising the Ashburton CBD streetscape through the Town Centre Working Group. The key changes to the staged revitalisation include the creation of: 30km/hour speed zones, gateway treatments at four key entry locations, one-way system and a pedestrian and cycle friendly environment. SUPPORT OPPOSED Total of responses Overall concept and recommended options 64% (37) 36% (21) 58 Submitters who SUPPORT the initial proposal Submitters who OPPOSE the initial proposal Kilgour, Catherine Janet Ashburton Alcohol Accord Ashburton Youth Council Bartlett, Marion Kume Blair, Beverley Anne Brophy Knight Limited Business Mid Canterbury C J Redmond Limited Cartwright Group (A. Cartwright) Christie, Linda Joyce Creative Intentions Limited Dent, Ian Keith EA Networks Eastfield Health Everist, Jonathan Maurice Upham Falloon, Shirley Margaret Johnson, Mark Letham, Rodger John Litter Free Ashburton Volunteers (B Skates) Livingstone, Margaret Anne McAlpine, Athol Lindsay McAlpine, Sonia Maree McLeod, Clark Overend, Robert Leonard Ruddenklau, Elizabeth Faye Ryk, Jozef Willem Scott, Pauline Beverley Skevington, John Smith, Melisa Tricroft Properties Limited Waugh, John Robert Anderson, Shirley Gwendoline Anonymous Anonymous 1 Begbie, Rachel Mary Gardiner, Allan Murray Gardiner, Janet Eleanor Kinvig, John Walter Lebiedieva, Tetiana McAtamney, Megan Jane McAuliffe, Peter McKenzie-Liggett, Jennifer Rose Molloy, Nerada Jane Morgan, Patrick Personnel Placements (pro forma G Scott, J Jamison, W Robertson, N Robertson) Radcliffe Electrical (D Dellow) 3

6 Submitters who SUPPORT the initial proposal Submitters who OPPOSE the initial proposal Hakatere Maori Komiti Hefford, Euan Fergus Holmeslee Enterprises Limited Widdowson, Christine Dorothy Williams, Nicole Anne Wilson, Christine Margaret Rothbury Insurance Council (M Jamison) Vessey, Roger Maxwell of submissions and staff comments Anderson, Shirley Gwendoline 1 Suggests that Ashburton has a huge parking problem now because workers park on all the side streets which makes it hard for drivers to see at corners. Believes that the streets are not wide enough for angle parking. A lesson could be learned from Netherby. After many dings a second alignment was done and it now works because the road was wide enough that cars are not backing out into passing traffic. The angle parking is proposed on streets that will be one-way traffic flow, this allows width for this to be successfully implemented. The use of 60 degree parking on one-way streets is a common design, it allows oncoming drivers good forward visibility of reversing drivers, particularly when in a low speed environment. In these town centre environments the oncoming traffic will be aware of the possibility of reversing cars, they are likely to be looking for a car park themselves and accordingly drive to the conditions. Technical question re Netherby example - Roading Anonymous 4 Submitter thinks it is too expensive. Suggests more should be spend on rural roads. Anonymous 1 3 Submitter does not think cycleways are necessary and would like to see the Oak trees on East Street left. Costs were calculated on a conservative basis and final figures may be lower. Some funding from the Parking Reserve account may be used to subsidise the work. This funding generated from CBD users. Separate cycle lanes are only proposed on Cass Street; as well as providing this function, they have a secondary function in narrowing traffic lanes which will help to slow vehicular traffic. 4

7 The proposed shared path on East Street will not impact the oak trees. Free parking restrictions will vary depending on location. One-way streets have been proposed to make the area more pedestrian and cycle friendly and are proven to reduce potential pedestrian/vehicle conflicts. Ashburton Alcohol Accord 6 Opposes any further smoke-free regulation by Council. Ashburton Youth Council 7 Submitter supports some of the recommended options and believes that the new look CBD will encourage more people to go into the town centre. See full submission for their ideas on other options to attract more people into the CBD. Bartlett, Marion Kume 9 Submitter likes Option A & B but also believes maintenance of existing features (the fountain, surrounding areas and the green) would be good. Would like to see more winter lighting/festivals or the opening up of the CBD up for functions. Encourage a more diverse representation of the town as it is not inclusive of all that live here. Begbie, Rachel Mary 10 Suggests that there is so much more that can be done than wasting money on this. There isn t enough for teens to do in this town, people have been saying this for years and you still don t listen. Topic outside of this discussion. Comments noted, these could be explored further during detailed design phase. Ongoing maintenance is part of Council business as usual. Unclear which streets are referred to or if submission is all encompassing. Other comments, especially regarding diverse representation, can be considered at the detailed design stage as required. Comments noted. 5

8 Blair, Beverley Anne 11 Submitter believes the children s ideas are worth considering, particularly with busking in mind. Is not partial to angle parking unless there is an area to back out far enough past larger/high vehicles. Brophy Knight Limited 13 Suggests that disruption to businesses should be kept to a minimum. Business Mid Canterbury 15 Submitter suggests the possibility of making East Street angle parking both sides and one way north to south and Cass Street one way from south to north. They support Option C for East street, Option C for Cass Street, Option F for Burnett Street and Option C for Havelock and Moore Streets. When reversing out of angle parks higher vehicles can block the view for drivers. Allowing enough space for reversing out, that doesn t impede the through would result in a very wide street. In these low speed town centre environments the oncoming traffic will be aware of the possibility of reversing cars, they are likely to be looking for a car park themselves and drive to the conditions. Children s ideas and other options can be considered at detailed design phase where appropriate. Noted and supported. Some disruption is inevitable, however close engagement and co-operation with CBD business and landowners will be a key goal of the development phase. Making East Street and Cass Street a one-way pair was not considered appropriate given the movement and access roles these streets play in the network. Tancred and Burnett Streets work well as a one-way pair as it is over a short length and people driving these streets are specifically looking for a car park or access on the street. 6

9 C J Redmond Limited 44 Submitter does not see a need for a specific bike lane on Cass Street because it doesn t connect to any other specific lane. The report and options appear to be more about traffic management and architectural urban design planning needs to follow from competent designers. Road dimensions ensure sufficient width for use. The Council has an adopted cycle strategy which seeks to encourage and facilitate non-car accessibility. The proposed Cass Street cycle lanes are intended to link with existing cycling provisions and form a part of a future network which would be developed as opportunities arise. This project is primarily associated with the public area (the road and footpaths) as these are areas under direct control of Council, more detailed assessment, including urban design, would follow as appropriate. Canterbury District Health Board 70 Submitter recommends that ADC takes the opportunity to work with accessibility technical advisors at this early planning stage to ensure the design meets the needs of the disabled community and that at least one mobility park is included within each section of the design. Once the street plans are confirmed the placement of mobility parking will be undertaken in consultation with the local mobility advocates. Tancred/Burnett Street The shared space will be designed to ensure that traffic can only travel in the traffic zone, this will involve the 7

10 Submitter has a of recommendations for consideration specific to the proposals within the consultation document, please see full submission. strategic placement of street furniture and landscaping. The speed environment will be very low and it is not intended to post these sections as 10km/hour but this can be monitored and added later if necessary. Havelock and Moore Streets It is intended to differentiate the road surface at pedestrian crossing locations to ensure drivers are aware of potential pedestrian movements across the road. However, this detail will be determined at detailed design stage as it is important to clearly show that pedestrians must only cross when the way is clear. Cartwright Group (A Cartwright) 16 Submitter would like to see angle parking on both sides of Tancred and Burnett Street. Questions whether there are enough cyclists to justify cycle lanes or enough people to justify widening footpaths. The option of having angle parking on both sides of Tancred and Burnett streets was discounted as there would be no scope to widen footpaths. Wider footpaths on these streets is important to allow space for outdoor seating, advertising material, goods displays and street furniture whilst maintaining a clear path for walking. Also, by having angle parking on the right side only of these streets cyclist can travel to the left clear of reversing vehicles. The designs are intended to anticipate future demands, not just current, to encourage more cycling and walking in the Town Centre. 8

11 Christie, Linda Joyce 18 Submitter requests that Council doesn t waste any ratepayer money on East Street. Reason being is when Transit NZ agree on our new bridge they will want to use the four lane highway we already have i.e. East Street South and West Street North. That way all that is needed is another bridge and some adjustments at the sale yards and Racecourse Road end. Submission noted, however officers are unaware of any proposal to expand the existing bridge or surrounding roads into 4 lanes. Creative Intentions Limited 20 Submitter does not believe this current investment will improve the viability of the high street as expected. Submitter feels until we address the barrier issues that the railway and SH1 present to the unity of Ashburton Central, the beautification will have minimal effect on the economic viability in the CBD. Comments noted, however the concepts are beyond the realms of this project, except where the current project to be discontinued in favour of another area. 9

12 Please refer to submitter s attached plans and outline of what they feel could work in our favour. Dent, Ian Keith 24 Submitter would like to see angle parking on Burnett Street & Tancred Street on the left hand side changed. Cars reverse into the angle park as this is safer when exiting the parking space. Submitter would also like the paving to be the same as Timaru. EA Networks 33 Submitter would like consideration given to future proofing of the CBD area for buried utilities and above ground infrastructure as well as the long term impact of large street tree planting on utility assets. They also state that the addition of angle parking is more space efficient but may cause some issues with future EV charging as the leads for slow chargers may not reach the kerb Eastfield Health 26 Submitter would like to see both a drop off and short term carparking zone at the front of the building on Tancred Street as part of the design of Reverse in angle parking is a great concept that can improve safety for cyclists. The difficulty is the practical application when it is not a common onstreet treatment in NZ (some off street staff car parks require reverse in angle parking). If implanted it could create confusion and undesirable impacts such as U- turn attempts and wrong way driving (against the oneway flow). Locals may get used to the layout over time but visitors may become very confused. A bylaw would be required to allow enforce of not reversing in if this concept was implemented. Ways of mitigating the impact of front-in angle parking on cyclists will be considered during the detailed design stage. Comments noted regarding paving and treatments, these would be determined at detailed design stage. Comments regarding utilities should be passed on to Engineering and response generated. Electric car charging stations are generally provided in off-street car parks with a longer time restriction than on-street spaces. In the case of Ashburton the West Street car park is likely to the best location for EV charging due to the direct access from the SH. If any on-street stations were considered in the future they would most likely be on Moore or Havelock Streets where parallel parking is proposed. This matter has been previously discussed with the submitter and Abley Consultants. 10

13 their new building. Please see attached submission and concept plan Insetting the building would require assessment through a resource consent process and the associated drop off area which would need to address identified safety and amenity effects. Staff preference is the use of the rear area within the Eastfields Development to serve the small % of patrons expected. Everist, Jonathan Maurice Upham 40 Submitter supports option B for East Street, option A for Cass Street, option F for Burnett and Tancred Streets and option C for Moore and Havelock Streets. Submitter does not support use of gateway treatments. The submitter supports the preferred options except for Cass Street where they would prefer retaining the same layout, there is no rationale for why they support the do minimum. The recommended Cass Street design is essentially the same as existing except for the marking of cycle lanes and a buildout in the middle block. Gateways are important especially when associated with a speed change, they can be as simple as a roundabout with feature paving, they do have to introduce clutter. The detailed design process in conjunction with urban design input will help to determine the most appropriate gateway treatments. Falloon, Shirley Margaret 42 Submitter believes it is important to have good, attractive signage north and south of the CBD on State Highway 1 to entice travellers to stop awhile. Concerned that it is going to take a long time to get something done. Submitter hopes the plan will help re-vitalise the CBD and thinks it is much more pedestrian friendly Comments on signage may be valid but are outside the scope of this discussion. Noted concerns about how long the project might take, however this is dependent on multiple factors. 11

14 Gardiner, Allan Murray 47 Submitter would like to see things left as they are currently but believes the town could be kept tidier. Comments noted. Gardiner, Janet Eleanor 46 Submitter would like the CBD kept as it is currently. Comments noted. Hakatere Maori Komiti 49 Submitter would like to see Maori designs, art and landscaping to the area including Native Plant - Acknowledging the tangata whenua and the indigenousness culture of Aotearoa. Believes it would be good to make the space attractive for people that would like to spend time there. Eade, Colin 103 Requests that Hine Paaka's story is included in the planning and design of the new central Ashburton development. Hefford, Euan Fergus 50 Submitter feels Tancred & Burnett Streets are where the focus should be. Moore and Havelock Street as good for parking, sales yards etc. Believes the children of Ashburton have the answers - street art, seating etc. Suggests it is critical to have a consultation done with property owners and possibly re develop the Arcade and Eastfields. These comments are noted and would be considered further at the detailed design stage. These points have been recorded and would be considered further at the detailed design stage. Comments noted on Street art, seating etc. these would be considered further at the detailed design stage. In relation to consultation with property owners, this has been and would continue to be undertaken. Holmeslee Enterprises Limited 54 Submitter prefers option B for Cass Street, Option B for East Street and likes Council s preferred options for all other streets Option B for Cass and East are the preferred options. Submitter appears to support all preferred options. Johnson, Mark 56 Submitter would prefer no angled parking and no cycle lanes. Would like P5 or unloading zones Removal of proposed angle parking would significantly reduce total space s in the town centre. Proposals in place for short stay loading/parking in shared surface areas along the one-way streets where angle parking is proposed 12

15 Cycle lanes only proposed for Cass Street where they perform dual function of increasing cycle accessibility and calming traffic flow through reducing the traffic lane width. Kelly, Grahame Neal 58 Suggests that on East St that the Green is moved to the east-side of the street and that the current Green is transformed into angle parking. Believes that there should be no traffic on East Street between Burnett and Tancred Streets. Expresses concerns that angle parking causes issues with 4WD wagons. Thinks Burnett and Tancred should not be one-way? Kilgour, Catherine Janet 60 Submitter would like to see picnic tables included along East Street in the berms area along with more cycle parking available - recommends removing half a car length next to each of the pedestrian crossings on East Street. Submitter has made suggestions as to what they think would work in regard to integrating a cycle lane. (Refer submission pgs 61-66) The preferred option design allows space for trees to be planted to create the shade as suggested. Closing East Street between Tancred and Burnett Streets was not considered appropriate as it would reduce delivery access to the businesses in this block, reduce the on-street parking supply and create potential wider networks effects. Larger vehicles such as 4WD or SUVs can still use angle parking as the design allows for the maximum allowable vehicle width. First comment to be considered in detailed design phase. The detailed design process will ensure that sufficient visibility is provided at the crossings. Detailed Accompanying Drawings - The selection of appropriate cycle facilities is a complex task and involves the consideration of all other road users. Although protected cycle lanes would be an attractive facility for cycling in the CBD they can create safety issues for pedestrians of which there is a higher in the CBD. For example, when protected bike lanes are located between the footpath and the parking lane people exiting cars are at risk of being struck by a cyclist, even if there is a wide raised buffer. Also moving from the buffer to the 13

16 Letham, Rodger John 78 Submitter would be wary about using pavers because of movement and discolouration Lill, Allan James 79 Suggestions made for Baring Square East and West of simple green manicured grass with specific plantings in each. Believes that the railway is who we are and that we should celebrate it and incorporate it into future planning. States that a 50 year overall traffic plan is required. Litter Free Ashburton Volunteers (B Skates) 125 Submitter suggests that the town needs a good spruce up. Particularly suggests that litter is a problem, fences by Robbies are in a state of disrepair, billboards are a disgrace, Kiwirail need to address their issues, Ashburton cemetery requires maintenance, chessboard needs tidying, streetsweeping is not frequent enough, Baring Square East should have seasonal plantings. Notes that Council should get back to basics. footpath involves grade changes that can create tripping hazards and an issue for mobility impaired with wheeled devices. Overall the plan aimed at striking a balance for all users, in particular the 30km/hour speed limit that benefits both walking and cycling. Comments are noted but this is a matter for the detailed design process. Baring Square is outside of the project brief, however BSE likely to be considered as part of development brief for new Council Civic Centre. Because of changes in technology and the duration, it is difficult to plan 50 years ahead. Council Infrastructure Strategy works 30 years ahead and the Long Term Plan 10 years. Comments noted, however with the exception of first comment (which is part of the project s projected outcomes) others are outside of the scope of the consultation. Livingstone, Margaret Anne 80 Support overall concept Sort of Support parking proposals Yes Submitter would like Council to keep as many trees as possible and repair or replace broken paths and Comments noted, intention would be to retain trees where possible, agree reviewing underground services is important. 14

17 crossings, ensuring underground services in good order first very important. Thinks a full time townsman is required and would like hanging baskets. Likes the idea of a roundabout at the Cass and Moore Street intersection. No one-way streets and angle parking in the CBD. No cycling on footpaths One-way streets allow a better use of the 20m road reserve so space can be allocated to people walking and angle parking allows more parking to be created. Other matters fall outside of the consultation remit. Cycling is not proposed to be on the footpath, a shared path is proposed on the west side of East Street but this will be wider than a standard footpath. McAlpine, Athol Lindsay 82 Submitters agree with the concept and plans but would like to see the costs covered by Ashburton residents only as a targeted rate. McAlpine, Sonia Maree 82 Submitters agree with the concept and plans but would like to see the costs covered by Ashburton residents only as a targeted rate. McAtamney, Megan Jane 84 Submitter states they would prefer to see these funds spent on the second bridge. McAuliffe, Peter 85 Submitter recommends Option A. They object to the narrowing of the roadway in Tancred and Burnett Streets and would like to highlight the difficulty delivery trucks will have manoeuvring into driveways, especially the driveway next to 69 Tancred Street if the road is narrowed. They agree with the parking management proposals so long as there is no loss of parking spaces as local shops/business may suffer if this happens. Costs covered by revenue from Parking. Costs covered by revenue from Parking. Comments noted, however the discretion to spend the source of these funds is limited. Access to the businesses will not be reduced through the introduction of one-way streets (the traffic lane is wide enough to accommodate all legal width vehicles), in fact it can aid access by reducing turning conflicts. Second part, there would be a net loss of parking, however studies show a current surplus. 15

18 Submitter also believes that Council should make businesses aware of the proposed changes by visiting them and outlining any consequences This consultation involved hand delivered letter drops directly to affected parties advising them of the consultation and open day where they could discuss or clarify issues. McKenzie-Liggett, Jennifer Rose 96 Submitter suggests that rubbish is an issue and would like litter bins to be well placed in the new CBD. Business owners should hose pavements. Encourage more walking for those that are able and taxis for those that are not. Would like to see drop off zones. Comment on positioning of litter bins is noted and would be considered at detailed design stage. One intention of the project is to encourage non-car modes of transport. Dropoff zones are proposed. Mcleod, Clark 98 Submitter believes the proposed changes provide for modernisation however do not create a lot more than what is there currently. Submitter believes if council is to invest in cycleways, a lock up storage facility should also be planned Molloy, Nerada Jane 100 Submitter would like to see a safer approach to the Cass and Moore Street intersection as a roundabout will be an obstruction to bigger vehicles like delivery trucks and buses. Proposes a slower speed limit at that corner. The islands and bulges proposed on Cass Street will inhibit access from trucks in and out of their site as well as Briscoes and any other business in the CBD who require delivery of goods. Cycle storage is a matter for detailed design phase, and the comments are noted for future reference. The proposed roundabout at the Cass-Moore intersection will cater for large vehicles through the use of an apron on the central island that allows for the turning movement of a large vehicle. This form of roundabout is commonly used in town centre environments, the William-Charles Street intersection in Kaiapoi is a good example of a roundabout that makes it easier for pedestrians to cross the road, caters for supermarket delivery trucks and provides a gateway to the town centre. The proposed roundabout will be within the 30km/hour zone. 16

19 Bulges and roundabouts do not work on corners as it confuses traffic flow. Morgan, Patrick 23 Submitter feels door zone bike lanes such as on Cass Street are a poor choice that does not meet NZTA design guidance. Protected bike lanes are preferred, or eliminate the dooring risk by moving parking elsewhere. Submitter states wide traffic lanes such as Havelock and Moore street promote faster traffic and therefore we should narrow these and reallocate space to protected bike lanes. Submitter comments there are many good elements in this plan but it needs to be more ambitious to realize the potential of making the CBD an attractive and safe place for all ages - The new Government transport policy places safety as the top priority. The CBD strategy should align with this. Overend, Robert Leonard 101 Submitter believes that East Street - cafes should be encouraged on this street but a wide entrance mall should lead off the street to the interior mall. Not a council issue but retailers should look into this aspect. Update rail crossing surfaces. Kerb buildouts (bulges) help reduce traffic speeds around corners, they also reduce the crossing distance for pedestrians. The design will be such that no confusion should arise. The detailed design process will also ensure that access to businesses is reduced. The selection of appropriate cycle facilities is a complex task and involves the consideration of all other road users. Although protected cycle lanes would be an attractive facility for cycling in the CBD they can create safety issues for pedestrians of which there is a higher in the CBD. For example, when protected bike lanes are located between the footpath and the parking lane people exiting cars are at risk of being struck by a cyclist, even if there is a wide raised buffer. Also moving from the buffer to the footpath involves grade changes that can create tripping hazards and an issue for mobility impaired with wheeled devices. Overall the plan aimed at striking a balance for all users, in particular the 30km/hour speed limit that benefits both walking and cycling. Comment on building layout and responsibility noted. Unfortunately, rail crossings fall outside of the consultation remit. Requests that consideration is given to the East/West Street roundabouts with regard to 17

20 Intermediate and College school traffic. The present situation is a serious event waiting to happen Concerns over East/West Street roundabout are noted. Again, not an issue for this exercise. Personnel Placements (pro forma G Scott, J Jamison, W Robertson, N Robertson) Radcliffe Electrical (D Dellow) Rothbury Insurance Council (J Jamison) 110 Submitter would like to see a safer approach to the Cass and Moore Street intersection as a roundabout will be an obstruction to bigger vehicles like delivery trucks and buses. Proposes a slower speed limit at that corner. The islands and bulges proposed on Cass Street will inhibit access from trucks in and out of their site as well as Briscoes and any other business in the CBD who require delivery of goods. Bulges and roundabouts do not work on corners as it confuses traffic flow. 115 Lack of parking for customers of businesses between Tancred and Moore Street and a lack of parking for staff who are working in the CBD as all the parking is on West Street. 116 Submitter feels we need the second bridge pronto. They state - the amount of time it can take to get through a town our size is absurd. The proposed roundabout at the Cass-Moore intersection will cater for large vehicles through the use of an apron on the central island that allows for the turning movement of a large vehicle. This form of roundabout is commonly used in town centre environments, the William-Charles Street intersection in Kaiapoi is a good example of a roundabout that makes it easier for pedestrians to cross the road, caters for supermarket delivery trucks and provides a gateway to the town centre. The proposed roundabout will be within the 30km/hour zone. Kerb buildouts (bulges) help reduce traffic speeds around corners, they also reduce the crossing distance for pedestrians. The design will be such that no confusion should arise. The detailed design process will also ensure that access to businesses is reduced. Targeted consultation with businesses will occur once the scheme plans are drawn. Same as above submission response. Comments noted however these are matters outside of the consultation process. 18

21 Submitter quotes "Why build a stadium without a hydroslide. I don't want to have to take my children out of town for fun but if we want to do hydroslides we have to - money that could be spent in our own town!" Ruddenklau, Elizabeth Faye 117 Submitter would like priority given to cleaning up the clock tower garden and the East Street gardens as this is the main street of our town. Comments noted however these are matters outside of those under consultation. Ryk, Jozef Willem 118 Submitter would like to see the I-Site reinstated Comments noted however these are matters outside of those under consultation. Ryk, Judith Joan 120 Submitter requests that the I-Site building is reinstated Suggests this was surely the hub of our district to show just what we have to our visitors and new citizens to our town. Scott, Pauline Beverley 121 Submitter feels that the roads are of insufficient width for angle parking. Submitter also questions if there are enough cyclists in Ashburton to justify creating a cycle lane. Comments noted however these are matters outside of those under consultation. Road dimensions ensure sufficient width for use. Cycle lanes only proposed for Cass Street, this is not just for current use patterns but also for the future to encourage and support changing behaviour patterns. The Council has an adopted Cycle strategy which seeks to encourage and facilitate non-car accessibility. The proposed cycle lanes are intended to link with existing cycling provisions and form a part of a future network which would be developed as opportunities arise. Smith, Melisa 134 Submitter would like to see free parking around Ashburton shops and traffic lights in Tinwald. The recommended parking strategy proposes time limited free parking in the CBD. Tinwald comments are matters outside of those under consultation. 19

22 Smokefree Mid Canterbury Coalition Tricroft Properties Limited Wattslea Properties Limited (R Curd) 136 Submitter would like Ashburton District Council to look at adding a Smokefree clause to this policy or introducing a Smokefree CBD policy. They would like to see smokefree signage with positive messages, support for people wanting to quit smoking and designated smoking areas within the CBD. 139 Submitter would like intersections to be better visually for drivers and parking to be a little more thought out around intersections. 143 Supports a facelift to the CBD. Havelock Street - Supports Option B (preferred option). Cass Street - Supports Option A. Burnett and Tancred Street - Supports Option F (preferred option). Havelock and Moore Streets - believes they should be treated differently as Moore Street is an important west/east traffic corridor. Supports Havelock Street - Option C (preferred option). Comments are noted, however these are considered to be out of scope. The intersections will be designed to ensure all sight lines are keep clear in line with good design practice and standards. See above for Cass Street cycle lane discussions. Moore Street buildout will not impede traffic flow. West, Roger James 146 Requests that consideration is given to the access of carparks at 136 Moore Street. The business established onsite carparks several years ago and hope that the status quo can be retained through the Moore Street upgrades Comments noted and will be fed into detailed design. Discuss with Roading. 20

23 Widdowson, Christine Dorothy 147 Submitter would like to see more bicycle stands within the CBD Williams, Nicole Anne 149 Submitter would like to see additional/ redeveloped kerb build outs and possible additional planting Wilson, Christine Margaret 151 Submitter thinks making Tancred and Burnett oneway (with a change in parking angle on the one side) will make driving safer. Finds the Moore Street/Cass Street intersection particularly difficult and believes a roundabout there will be safer. Like the emphasis on wider footpaths, cycle lanes on Cass Street and more attractive layout and design to attract people to the CBD. Comments noted for detailed design phase. The preferred option anticipates redevelopment and additional build outs and planting which will form part of detailed design. Comments noted. 21

24 30km/hour speed zone The proposal included the creation of a 30km/hour speed limit zone in the area bound by East, Moore, Cass and Havelock Streets. This information has been extrapolated from the submitter responses about what they liked/did not like about the proposals. SUPPORT OPPOSED Total of responses 30 km/hour speed zone 91% (20) 9% (2) 22 Submitters who SUPPORT the 30km/hour speed zone Anderson, Shirley Gwendoline Ashburton Youth Council C J Redmond Limited Canterbury District Health Board Dent, Ian Keith Eastfield Health Everist, Jonathan Maurice Upham Hakatere Maori Komiti Kelly, Grahame Neal Kilgour, Catherine Janet McAuliffe, Peter Molloy, Nerada Jane Morgan, Patrick Personnel Placements (pro forma G Scott, J Jamison, W Robertson, N Robertson ) Radcliffe Electrical (D Dellow) Widdowson, Christine Dorothy Kelly, Grahame Neal Skevington, John Submitters who OPPOSE the 30km/hour speed zone 22

25 of submissions and staff comments Kelly, Grahame Neal 58 Supports the attempt to revitalise the town centre but believes that the move to a reduced speed limit of 40km/hour should be considered. 30km/hour is considered nationally to be the safe and appropriate speed limit in town centre environments with a high place value and high concentration of active transport users. The proposed streetscape changes will help support this speed limit. The safety benefits of a 30km/hour speed over the 40km/hour is the reduced probability of a pedestrian death as shown in the graph below. Source: Pedestrian Planning and Design Guide NZTA Skevington, John 133 Submitter would like consideration given to a 40kph speed limit in the CBD rather than 30kph As above 23

26 One-Way System The proposal included the creation of a one-way system for Tancred and Burnett Streets between East and Cass Streets. This information has been extrapolated from the submitter responses about what they liked/did not like about the proposals. One-Way System 50% (6) 50% (6) SUPPORT OPPOSED Total of responses Submitters who SUPPORT the proposed one-way system Business Mid Canterbury Cartwright Group Eastfield Health Everist, Jonathan Maurice Upham Kilgour, Catherine Janet Wilson, Christine Margaret Submitters who OPPOSE the proposed one-way system Ashburton Youth Council Kelly, Grahame Neal Lebiedieva, Tetiana Rothbury Insurance Council (M Jamison) Scott, Pauline Beverley Williams, Nicole Anne 24

27 Gateway Treatments The streetscape proposals included the creation of gateway treatments at the four key entry locations to the CBD. This information has been extrapolated from the submitter responses about what they liked/did not like about the proposals. SUPPORT OPPOSED Total of responses Gateway Treatments 11% (1) 89% (8) 9 Submitters who SUPPORT the proposed gateway treatments Eastfield Health Submitters who OPPOSE the proposed gateway treatments Everist, Jonathan Maurice Upham Molloy, Nerada Jane Personnel Placements (pro forma G Scott, J Jamison, W Robertson, N Robertson) Radcliffe Electrical (D Dellow) 25

28 Parking management proposal Council proposed the following initiatives for the management of parking in the CBD, specifically: installation of sensors throughout the CBD, the provision of free, time-limited parking on a one-year trial basis. SUPPORT OPPOSED Total of responses Parking management proposal 69% (35) 31% (16) 51 Submitters who SUPPORT the initial proposal Anderson, Shirley Gwendoline Bartlett, Marion Kume Business Mid Canterbury C J Redmond Limited Christie, Linda Joyce Dent, Ian Keith Everist, Jonathan Maurice Upham Falloon, Shirley Margaret Holmeslee Enterprises Limited Kelly, Grahame Neal Kilgour, Catherine Janet Kinvig, John Walter Lebiedieva, Tetiana Waugh, John Robert Widdowson, Christine Dorothy Williams, Nicole Anne Wilson, Christine Margaret Letham, Rodger John Litter Free Ashburton Volunteers (B Skates) Livingstone, Margaret Anne McAlpine, Athol Lindsay McAlpine, Sonia Maree McAtamney, Megan Jane McAuliffe, Peter McKenzie-Liggett, Jennifer Rose Mcleod, Clark Morgan, Patrick Overend, Robert Leonard Ruddenklau, Elizabeth Faye Ryk, Jozef Willem Scott, Pauline Beverley Skevington, John Smith, Melisa Tricroft Properties Limited Wattslea Properties Limited (R Curd) Submitters who OPPOSE the initial proposal Anonymous Anonymous 1 Blair, Beverley Anne Brophy Knight Limited Cartwright Group (A. Cartwright) Emmily Harmer Photography Gardiner, Allan Murray Gardiner, Janet Eleanor Johnson, Mark Personnel Placements (pro forma G Scott, J Jamison, W Robertson, N Robertson) Radcliffe Electrical (D Dellow) Vessey, Roger Maxwell 26

29 of submissions and staff comments Anonymous 4 Submitter would like consideration given to at least 120 minute parking on East, Burnett and Tancred Streets with unlimited carparking in West Street car park. Unlimited parking may give rise to issues with staff parking at the expense of customers. Current scheme uses graduated limits. Brophy Knight Limited 13 Submitter would like to see parking on Tancred Street extended from 60 to 120 minutes. C J Redmond Ltd 44 Submitter believes that after the year trial, parking should remain free and revenue can come from a targeted rate. Disagree with Abley report where they say there is no future growth or demand for parking. Parking is a key component to the revitalisation Parking is proposed to be free for restricted time periods. Comments regarding no growth anticipated within the Abley report are noted. Emmily Harmer Photography 38 Submitter feels all parking in Ashburton should be free as this would benefit consumers and businesses. Submitter states, travelling in this town is hard enough let alone trying to find a park as well. "There is minimal parking for businesses and this needs to be addressed If you want business to stay in town!" Free parking is proposed within the proposal. Submitter comments differ from the evidence on levels of parking availability obtained through the survey 27

30 Livingstone, Margaret 80 Submitter would like free two hour parking throughout the CBD. Parking is proposed to be free for varying restricted time periods. Mcleod, Clark 98 Submitter believes there should be more long term parking in the CBD and also scope for employee parking which could be the West Street grass area between Baring Squares which would create additional value. Molloy, Nerada Jane 100 Submitter feels there is a lack of parking for customers of businesses between Tancred and Moore Street and a lack of parking for staff who are working in the CBD as all the parking is on West Street Overend, Robert Leonard 101 Submitter believes that Council should extend current parking limits. Parking is proposed to be free for varying restricted time periods. Personnel Placements (pro forma G Scott, J Jamison, W Robertson, N Robertson) Radcliffe Electrical (D Dellow) 110 Submitter suggests that there is a lack of parking for customers of businesses between Tancred and Moore Street and a lack of parking for staff who are working in the CBD as all the parking is on West Street 115 Submitter suggests that there is a lack of parking for customers of businesses between Tancred and Moore Street and a lack of parking for staff who are working in the CBD as all the parking is on West Street 28

31 Waugh, John Robert 144 Would like to see free parking extended throughout the CBD area Submitters suggestion forms part of preferred options. 29

32 Youth Forum The Youth Forum held recently uncovered many ideas which could be included as a part of the CBD Streetscape discussion. The presentations are included in a second booklet of information. The key points made were: Bike Stands Billboards to disguise the railway line Entertainment Spaces / Youth Activities such as a Maze, Mini Golf, Scavenger Hunts, Scooter Park Free WIFI CBD Gardens Music Pic Nightlife Public Art, murals, colour in general space to displace young people s art Seating painting the existing seating so it is bright and colourful Signage Streetlights and festive lighting Utilise the chequerboard with activities (eg schools kapa haka, performers, digital notice board for the town activities) Water fountains and provision to re-fill a water bottle What is the Hook (drawcard) - Gardens, Arts and Entertainment spaces. Three identities of Colour/Art, Clock Tower and Ashburton River 30