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1 Header Roading and Footpaths Group The roading and footpaths group is the first of the mandatory groups. It is made up of 2 activities which have been split into separate subgroups to show their different funding arrangements. Roading Council maintains and manages the local roading including roads, street lighting, and signage. Key facts Council operates and maintains a of some 2,543 kms which includes: kms of sealed roads 1,667 kms of unsealed roads 701 bridges and large culverts 1,700 streetlights 520 minor structures (retaining and sea walls). Kerikeri Basin Footbridge (100% funded by Central Government) 14 kms of seal extensions across the district including urban streets and sealing outside public facilities 38 kms of area wide pavement treatment (AWPT) 202 kms of reseals Council also: Operates 1 vehicular ferry, Kohu Ra Tuarua, on the Hokianga Harbour Owns 7 inactive quarries Receives an average of 260 Request for Service each month regarding the road. Recent progress - What we have achieved since the last plan What we have not achieved since the last plan No significant projects are outstanding for this activity. 60 minor Improvements projects across the district 7 kms of Road Improvements for economic development (100% funded by Central Government s Regional Development Fund) 195 permanent slip repairs Why we do it Council s vision is to provide an effective and sustainable road that supports community strength and wellbeing. The road is a vital part of the district that enables safe and comfortable access for employment, personal/ social activities and recreation, and the movement of goods and services. The transport is essential to the functioning of the district s economy, benefiting residents and the district as a whole. Maintaining and improving roads are regarded as 2 of the core functions of Council. In partnership with NZTA, constructed a stock effluent disposal site at Pakaraka Restructure of the roading department to expand in house expertise and provide more direct supervision of maintenance and project activities. 58 The top place where talent wants to live, work and invest

2 Header Council has also developed the following strategies and bylaws: Road Improvement Strategy Implementation of deighton Total Infrastructure Pavement Renewal Strategy Management System (dtims) Bridge Asset Management Strategy 2010 Procurement Strategy, approved by NZTA. Speed Limits Bylaw 2008 Where are we now? - Key issues and challenges facing this service Issues/challenges Climate change Limited sources of good quality road aggregate Reducing ability to attract New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) funding assistance, especially for improvements and new works NZTA have signalled funding cuts to the Local Government sector. However, the quantum of the funding cuts is still uncertain. Increasing demands on the road from heavy vehicles Large geographic spread of the, low population density and uneven distribution/expansion of population growth Lack of data relating to bridge load carrying capacities Maintained length of is based on out-of-date data Increasing costs (labour, fuel and materials, e.g. price of bitumen rose 84% between June 2010 and June 2011) Implications Increases exposure to road closures and widespread damage to the road caused by severe storms Increases maintenance and construction costs Reduces ability to carry out improvements and new projects, including seal extensions The impact on levels of service is difficult to predict until the funding provisions are released by NZTA but could range from minor to significant dependant on what budget categories are reduced. In order to retain the current level of service, with decreased NZTA funding, will mean that the shortfall will need to be made up from unsubsidised sources. This would mean ratepayers or private road users will pay more Increases maintenance and renewal costs Decreases affordability of the road Increases exposure to bridge failures Results in dissatisfaction where roads exist outside of maintained length Reduces maintenance levels of service and number of improvements and new projects that can be carried out for the same amount of money Long-Term Plan

3 Roading and Footpaths Group Issues/challenges Difficulties attracting and retaining appropriately skilled personnel Inspections of all bridges have identified some structures which require more detailed investigation Implications Reduces the ability to maximise funding assistance and consistently deliver good quality work on time and at the right price Level of uncertainty on how much this could potentially cost What you have told us Council s 2011 residents survey showed a 57% satisfaction rating with the road. This has increased from the 2009 survey but still indicates a higher level of dissatisfaction than in the Far North s peer group of comparator districts and the national average. The areas of most dissatisfaction expressed with the roading are its condition, poor quality of work, pot holes and large proportion of unsealed roads. Other consultation with residents and ratepayers has yielded similar results to the residents survey, i.e. dissatisfaction with the overall condition of the and a strong desire to see a methodical approach and consistent progress towards sealing more roads. These views have been reinforced by submissions to Council s Annual Plans in recent years. What we plan to do In the first 3 years of this 10 year plan, Council will focus on the priorities detailed below. Priority 1: Carry out improvements to the to meet current and future traffic demands and encourage appropriate land use development in areas of population growth by: Completing the link road between Kahikatearoa Road and Waipapa Loop Road (Klinac Lane) to alleviate pressure from the State Highway intersection Completing the alternative route between Butler Road and Clarke Road Continuing to work with NZTA towards upgrading the intersection of State Highway 10 (Waipapa Road/ Waipapa Loop Road) to a roundabout Continuing investigating the options for a new road linking the Kerikeri south eastern light industrial area with Kerikeri Road, west of the Kerikeri CBD Investigating the feasibility of introducing a 1 way system in Kaikohe. Priority 2: Maintain and renew all road assets to provide a level of service that is affordable and meets community expectations by: Carrying out a minimum of 1.3% (approximately 11 km) of sealed road pavement rehabilitation (with associated improvements where applicable) per annum (in accordance with the pavement management strategy) Carrying out a minimum of 9% (approximately 80 km) of reseals per annum Maintaining and improving Tau Henare Drive, which is on Waitangi National Trust land Completing a comprehensive audit of all bridges and other structures on the road to establish an accurate forward works programme for repairs and replacements Carry out replacement of the structural components of other bridges on an as required basis, in accordance with current known priorities, during the term of the Long-Term Plan Review whether Council should continue to maintain bridges that serve less than 5 properties. 60 The top place where talent wants to live, work and invest

4 Priority 3: Reduce the number of fatal and serious injury crashes, especially those where road factors, alcohol and excessive speed are contributory factors by: Completing a minimum of 20 minor safety improvements on the each year targeted at reducing the number of crashes and severity of loss of control on bends (the most common type of crash on the ). Priority 4: Achieve value for ratepayers by: Maximising the amount of funding assistance for the Far North District from the National Land Transport Fund and other sources as may become available Supporting sealing projects, subject to affordability, where an element of local community contribution is available and where the proposed project is in line with the relevant Council policy Continuing to operate the Council s ferry, Kohu Ra Tuarua, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and reviewing fares to reduce operating losses and to meet unavoidable cost increases. Priority 5: Improve Road Safety by: Pursuing community programmes to raise awareness and educate communities about high risk issues such as drink driving, crashes on bends, speed, child restraint compliance and fatigue Identifying and coordinating for safer journeys (safe roads and roadsides, safe speeds, safe vehicles, safe road use) interventions with Police, NZTA, Roadsafe Northland and community groups. What we don t plan to do There is no plan to change the current roles and responsibilities of this activity. Roading: ten year plan measures and levels of service Community Outcome a safe and healthy district Develop and maintain a safe and affordable transport to enable access to, from and within the district. KPI Focus Definition Performance Measure Measurement Method Accessibility Maintain an effective sustainable, and integrated transport The ferry service will run in accordance with the advertised timetable Contractor compliance reports monitored monthly Baseline Target % 95% 95% 95% Remains at 95% for the remaining years Long-Term Plan

5 Roading and Footpaths Group Activity performance indicators KPI Focus Definition Performance Measure Measurement Method Accessibility Maintaining the sealed Overall satisfaction with the road Overall satisfaction with the road Safety bridge renewals Maintain an effective sustainable, and integrated transport Maintain an effective, sustainable and integrated transport Maintain an effective, sustainable and integrated transport Maintain an effective, sustainable and integrated transport Maintain an effective, sustainable and integrated transport Roads are accessible all year round or access restored within response times At least 9% (approximately 80 km) of the is resealed per year (subject to NZTA confirmation of funds available) Percentage of requests for service (RFS) responded to in set time for the road Percentage satisfied with the roading At least 3 bridge renewals/upgrades undertaken per year Contractor compliance reports monitored monthly Annual achievement report from contractor reports Data collected and monitored through the internal RFS system Annual community feedback survey results Annual achievement report from contractor reports Baseline Target New 100% 100% 100% Remains at 100% for the remaining years 8% 9% 9% 9% Remains at 9% for the remaining years 93% 95% 95% 95% Remains at 95% for the remaining years 57% 57% 57% 57% Remains at 57% for the remaining years Remains at 3 for the remaining years 62 The top place where talent wants to live, work and invest

6 KPI Focus Definition Performance Measure Measurement Method Safety The district is easy to get around with a safe and well maintained roading Reduce the number of fatal and serious crashes per year where the Council roads is the contributing factor Crash analysis database Baseline fatal and 12 serious accidents Target fatal and 12 serious accidents 2 fatal and 12 serious accidents 1 fatal and 11 serious accidents Remains 1 fatal and 11 serious accidents for the remaining years Activity performance indicators Assumption What may happen instead Likelihood Impact Financial implications Future cost increases will be in line with the financial projections contained in this plan Regulations relating to transport will remain largely the same over the planning period Sources of funds for future replacement of significant assets will be as set out in the Revenue and Financing Policy elsewhere in this LTP Major cost escalations Medium May require changes to the way that Council prioritises and approaches transport activities Significant change in regulations Low May require changes to the way that Council prioritises and approaches transport activities Funding sources including NZTA funding may not be available as required Low Difficulty in funding asset replacement Medium/High Medium/High Low Mitigation Council works closely with NZTA and government and aims to anticipate and plan for foreseeable changes in costs Council works closely with NZTA and government and aims to anticipate and plan for foreseeable changes in costs Council will either substitute alterative funding sources e.g. borrowing or reduce capital expenditure to match funding availability Long-Term Plan

7 Roading and Footpaths Group Activity risks Risk Current rating Mitigation Rating after mitigation Worksite control road construction materials left on road shoulder causing contamination or potential vehicle drift from loose chips, inadequate signage, etc. Limited knowledge of future renewal profile and bridge load capacity information Lack of posting overloading of bridge/structure causing collapse Inadequate knowledge of bridge stock number and condition unknown for some bridges/structures Unavailability of quality aggregate or road metal threatening Council's ability to maintain the road adequately into the future Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme High Control construction methods, audit sites and ensure compliance with contractor quality plans. Impose penalties for non compliance. Ensure appropriate training and certification Complete investigations and analysis on a case by case basis as required. Continue to develop Council s Bridge Management Policy. Continue implementation of the Bridge Management Strategy Review load postings annually Undertake inspections to identify lack of signage Continue to review current capacity of bridges Clarify ownership of bridge/structures by identifying all bridges in the district (private and public) Ensure monitoring through the contract. Carry out a district wide investigation of new aggregate sources High High High High High 64 The top place where talent wants to live, work and invest

8 Significant negative effects Potential negative effect Transportation development may impinge on culturally significant lands Road factors which contribute to fatal and/or serious crashes, such as those that involve loss of control Failure to respond effectively to the particular needs of cyclists and pedestrians and their conflicts with other forms of traffic The quality of surface runoff from roads that discharges into adjacent coastal or other waters Dust nuisance on unsealed roads New road construction and/or improvement works may lead to a degree of environmental degradation and/or delays to travel times The impacts of forestry harvesting on local roads How we are addressing this Tracking and recording consultation procedures and results for each affected Māori group(s) for all projects outside the existing road reserve Working with NZTA who monitors and records through the Crash Analysis System (CAS) the percentage of accidents caused by loss of control. Undertaking Crash Reduction Studies (CRS) every 2 years and recommending solutions. Road Infrastructure Safety Assessments (RISA) carried out by NZTA Working with NZTA who monitors and records through the CAS the % of accidents caused by loss of control. Undertaking CRS every 2 years and recommending solutions. RISA carried out by NZTA Compliance with stormwater discharge consent conditions Track and record RFS and Communitrak data Ensuring road construction sites comply 100% with environmental best practice and Regional Council guidelines. Track and record RFS complaints Monitoring and addressing the deterioration of roads affected by heavy forestry traffic. Seek compensation from forestry operators and block owners The above tables are specific to this activity. They should be considered with the Council wide assumptions listed from page 52. Long-Term Plan

9 Roading and Footpaths Group Footpaths Council manages and maintains the local footpath including footpaths that run parallel to the state highways. Key facts Council operates and maintains a footpath of some km which includes: Concrete (including asphaltic and coloured) 171 km Interlocking Blocks 2.1 km Metal 4.3 km Seal 3.2 km Timber 2.3 km Why we do it Council s vision is to provide an effective and sustainable footpath that supports community strength and wellbeing. Council monitors the need for footpaths and, where affordable, build new ones. In prioritising where to build new footpaths, Council takes into account: The location (e.g. areas close to hospitals and schools have higher priority) The traffic density in the area Whether the berm is suitable for pedestrians without a formed footpath The community, especially children and the aged, need safe routes to use as they move to and from places in their community. Recent progress - What we have achieved since the last plan 3 footpath schemes in Kaikohe-Hokianga ward 4 footpath schemes in Bay of Islands-Whangaroa ward 3 footpath schemes in Te Hiku ward Schemes included a mixture of capital work and renewal work. What we have not achieved since the last plan No significant projects are outstanding for this activity. 66 The top place where talent wants to live, work and invest

10 Where are we now? - Key issues and challenges facing this service Potential negative effect Large geographic spread of the, low population density and uneven distribution/expansion of population growth Lack of anticipated funding for this activity from development contributions How we are addressing this Decreases affordability to build new footpaths Decreased funds available for new footpath construction What you have told us Council s 2011 residents survey showed a 55% satisfaction rating with footpaths. This has decreased since the 2009 survey and still indicates a higher level of dissatisfaction than in the Far North s peer group of comparator districts and the national average. The areas of most dissatisfaction with footpaths are condition, need of maintenance, uneven surface/rough and not enough footpaths. What we plan to do In the first 3 years of this 10 year plan, Council will focus on the priorities detailed. Priority 1: Maintain and renew footpath assets to provide a level of service that is affordable and meets community expectations by: Maintaining and renewing existing footpaths Ensure developers include a footpath on at least one side of the road in each new subdivision. What we don t plan to do Council does not intend to construct footpaths that do not meet the footpath priority criteria, e.g. close to schools, near community facilities, links existing paths; unless property owners will contribute Long-Term Plan

11 Roading and Footpaths Group Footpaths: ten year plan measures and levels of service Community Outcome a safe and healthy district All footpaths are safe and functional Activity performance indicators KPI Focus Definition Performance Measure Measurement Method Maintain and extend the footpath as resources permit Maintain and extend the footpath as resources permit Maintain an effective, sustainable, and integrated transport Maintain an effective, sustainable, and integrated transport Percentage satisfied with footpaths Renew footpath by 3km per annum Annual community feedback survey results Data collected and monitored through internal systems Baseline Target % 58% 58% 58% Remains at 58% for the remaining years 1.2km 3km 3km 3km Remains at 3km for the remaining years 68 The top place where talent wants to live, work and invest

12 Activity assumption The key assumptions for this activity sub-group are the same as those stated in Council s Activities from page 63. Activity risks Risk Current rating Mitigation Rating after mitigation Pedestrian tripping or slipping caused by uneven surface, damage, slippery surface Medium Inspections of high use footpaths in town centres only. Respond to RFS in other areas Widespread footpath deterioration caused by lack of funding Medium Reactive renewals as reported by the public or Council Officers Low Widespread footpath deterioration caused by poor construction Widespread footpath deterioration caused by lack of utilities reinstatements Accessibility issues for disabled persons/wheelchairs/strollers/ walkers/prams/mobility scooters from road parking areas, pedestrian crossings Medium Compliance with councils engineering standards and guidelines Low Medium Medium Reinstatements occur if identified via RFS or Officers Road opening notices to be used Identify issues via community groups. Typically reactive identification of works. Established communication through a disability forum, which meets quarterly Low Low Low Significant negative effects Potential negative effect Economically, the cost of desired roading infrastructure improvements may exceed the community s ability to pay How we are addressing this Consulting with the community on all costs and options for levels of service through the LTP process The above tables are specific to this activity. They should be considered with the Council wide assumptions listed from page 52. Long-Term Plan

13 Roading and Footpaths Group Financial forecasts The tables that follow show: 10 year projections of operating income and expenditure Forecast capital expenditure and funding followed by a breakdown of capital projects by primary purpose (growth, level of service or renewal) and ward. Capital expenditure will reflect Council s plans to increase asset capacity in response to additional demand, improved levels of service or renewal of assets that are at the end of their useful life. Overall position The financial information provided is based on the following priorities. These have been set for the first 3 years of the 10 year plan focusing on agreed priorities: 1. Improvements to the to meet current and future traffic demands and encouraging appropriate land use development in areas of population growth 2. Maintain and renew all road assets to provide a level of service that is affordable and meets community expectations 3. Reduce the number of fatal and serious injury crashes, especially those where road factors, alcohol and excessive speed are contributory factors 4. Achieve value for ratepayers 5. Improve road safety 6. Maintain and renew footpath assets to provide a level of service that is affordable and meets community expectations. Asset management To provide the asset capacity required to meet the above priorities, Council is planning capital expenditure to maintain the existing levels of service and renew assets as required. This information is shown in the table Capital Projects by Ward attached. In line with the requirements of Schedule 10 of the Local Government Act 2002, Council has undertaken detailed analysis of the costs of asset maintenance, renewal and replacement. This analysis is contained in the asset management plans that supplement this LTP and the relevant expenditure is included in the following tables. Where expenditure is shown as attracting subsidy, the work will be subject to receiving financial assistance from NZTA. 70 The top place where talent wants to live, work and invest

14 Consolidated roading and footpaths Prospective Statement of Financial Performance Annual Plan $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s Income 13,240 Rates - General 11,137 11,084 11,654 12,299 12,961 13,358 14,488 14,546 15,263 16,161 1,051 Rates - Targeted 4,025 4,083 4,137 4,196 4,272 4,352 4,425 4,511 4,562 4, Rates - Penalties Fees & Charges ,032 1,069 7,101 Subsidies Operational 5,479 6,144 6,288 6,873 7,139 7,445 7,730 8,145 8,384 8,699 10,365 Subsidies Capital 9,904 7,541 9,101 10,101 10,472 10,752 11,705 14,119 15,107 15, Development Contributions ,331 1,879 1,867 1,862 2,409 2, Other Income ,810 Total Comprehensive Income 32,383 30,747 33,135 36,271 38,263 39,944 42,442 45,482 48,104 49,632 Direct Costs 13,766 Direct Costs 13,318 13,462 13,825 14,694 15,487 15,843 16,905 17,051 17,591 18,345 1,332 Interest 961 1,101 1,148 1,510 1,508 1,514 1,602 1,622 1,667 1,749 15,044 Depreciation 14,549 15,250 15,995 16,625 17,029 17,934 18,657 19,502 20,412 21,440 30,142 Total Direct Operating Expenditure 28,827 29,813 30,969 32,829 34,024 35,291 37,163 38,175 39,670 41, Indirect Costs 1,150 1,192 1,207 1,241 1,295 1,330 1,372 1,409 1,456 1, Total Indirect Costs 1,150 1,192 1,207 1,241 1,295 1,330 1,372 1,409 1,456 1,497 31,043 Total Operating Expenditure 29,977 31,005 32,176 34,070 35,319 36,621 38,536 39,585 41,127 43,031 2,766 NET SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) 2,406 (257) 960 2,202 2,943 3,322 3,907 5,897 6,978 6,601 Long-Term Plan

15 Roading and Footpaths Group Consolidated roading and footpaths Statement of Source and Application of Funds Annual Plan $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s CAPITAL STATEMENT 2,766 Net Surplus/(Deficit) 2,406 (257) 960 2,202 2,943 3,322 3,907 5,897 6,978 6,601 1,581 Loan 2,943 1,533 1,453 1,001 1, ,283 1,809 2,416 2,349 16,134 Other Funding 14,463 14,258 15,832 17,273 17,635 18,431 19,631 20,314 21,860 22,850 (120) Appropriation to Reserves (561) (1,122) (1,683) (1,683) (1,683) (2,244) (2,244) 20,362 Total Funding 19,811 15,534 18,246 19,915 20,608 20,962 23,138 26,338 29,010 29,556 Capital Expenditure 19,363 Capital Projects 19,201 14,777 17,452 19,048 19,692 19,990 22,132 25,267 27,864 28, Debt Repayment ,006 1,070 1,146 1,267 20,362 Total Capital Expenditure 19,811 15,534 18,246 19,915 20,608 20,962 23,138 26,338 29,010 29,556 - NET SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) The top place where talent wants to live, work and invest

16 Capital projects by ward Roading and footpaths Project Name $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s GROWTH WORKS Bay of Islands - Whangaroa Footpaths Footpaths New - Eastern ,085 Roading Network New Development Road Improvements Pavement Bay of Islands - Whangaroa Total , ,139 1,515 Kaikohe - Hokianga Roading Network New Development Road Improvements Pavement Kaikohe - Hokianga Total Te Hiku Footpaths Footpaths New - Northern Roading Network New Development Road Improvements Pavement Te Hiku Total GROWTH WORKS TOTAL 732 1,139 1,053 1,379 1,313 1,145 1,802 1,264 2,054 2,257 LEVEL OF SERVICE WORKS Bay of Islands - Whangaroa Footpaths Footpaths New - Eastern Bay of Islands - Whangaroa Total District Cycleway Network Cycleway Network 2,519 Roading Network Carry Forward Of Unsubsidised Work 660 Minor Improvements 1,466 1,534 1,585 1,652 1,718 1,787 1,858 1,933 2,010 2,090 Preventative Maintenance Ratepayer Partnership Programme Structures Component Replacement District Total 5,885 2,769 2,635 2,142 2,299 2,349 2,492 2,618 2,646 2,653 Long-Term Plan

17 Roading and Footpaths Group Capital projects by ward Roading and footpaths Project Name $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s Kaikohe - Hokianga Footpaths Footpaths New - Western Kaikohe - Hokianga Total Te Hiku Footpaths Footpaths New - Northern Roading Network Butler-Homestead Road Kerikeri Southeast Extension 1,000 4,000 5,000 5,000 Klinac Lane Extension 500 Te Hiku Total ,071 4,000 5,152 5,000 LEVEL OF SERVICE WORKS TOTAL 6,195 3,510 3,369 3,010 3,109 2,553 3,658 6,642 7,887 7,817 RENEWAL WORKS Bay of Islands - Whangaroa Footpaths Footpaths Renewals - Eastern Footpaths Renewals Eastern 19 Roading Network Bridge Replacement Minor Improvements Bay of Islands - Whangaroa Total District Ferries Ferry Component Maintenance Roading Network Drainage Renewals ,271 1,322 1,375 1,430 1,487 1,547 1,608 Sealed Road Pavement Rehabilitation 2, ,050 3,222 3,351 3,485 3,624 3,769 3,920 4,077 Sealed Road Resurfacing 3,338 3,440 3,610 4,750 4,940 5,137 5,343 5,556 5,779 6,010 Structures Component Replacement Traffic Services Unsealed Road Metalling 3,047 3,169 3,296 3,428 3,565 3,708 3,856 4,010 4,170 4,337 District Total 11,174 9,040 12,048 13,684 14,215 15,037 15,459 16,220 16,741 17, The top place where talent wants to live, work and invest

18 Capital projects by ward Roading and footpaths Project Name $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s $ 000s Kaikohe - Hokianga Footpaths Footpaths Renewals - Western Roading Network Bridge Replacement Minor Improvements Kaikohe - Hokianga Total Te Hiku Footpaths Footpaths Renewals - Northern Roading Network Bridge Replacement Minor Improvements Te Hiku Total , RENEWAL WORKS TOTAL 12,274 10,128 13,030 14,659 15,269 16,293 16,672 17,361 17,923 18,216 GRAND TOTAL ROADING AND FOOTPATHS 19,201 14,777 17,452 19,048 19,692 19,990 22,132 25,267 27,864 28,289 Long-Term Plan