Feedback and Meetings
Public Consultation
The project relies on interested members of the public and other stakeholders to be involved in the process. Focus group sessions and formal public meetings provide a key opportunity for this to occur. Key community representatives are also involved in technical Inquiry By Design workshops.
In addition to these formal sessions, several written and/or verbal comments or discussion points from interested parties contribute to the broad community input into the project.
Formal Public Consultation Submissions - 2 December 2010 - 25 February 2011
The Council published its Strategy for public consultation purposes in December 2010. Submissions were invited from 2 December 2010 until 25 February 2011. Those submitters that indicated that they wished to speak to their submission will be invited to do so in July and August 2011. Final decisions are expected to be made in October 2011.
Public Feedback Session - Havelock - on 8 April 2010
During February, and also during March, the Council and its consultants have continued their involvement with a range of public meetings, focus group sessions and technical workshops, around identifying options for planning for urban growth and development in Northern Marlborough, particularly focused on Picton and Havelock.
On 8 April, the general public was invited to a report back session hosted by the Council in which the consultants presented the findings of the project so far.
Approximately 60 people attended.
Public Feedback Session - Picton - on 7 April 2010
During February, and also during March, the Council and its consultants have continued their involvement with a range of public meetings, focus group sessions and technical workshops, around identifying options for planning for urban growth and development in Northern Marlborough, particularly focused on Picton and Havelock.
On 7 April, the general public was invited to a report back session hosted by the Council in which the consultants presented the findings of the project so far.
Approximately 70 people attended.
Inner Sounds Communities Focus Group 8 March 2010, Linkwater
On 8 March, an interactive session was held in the Linkwater Community Hall. It was attended by about 25 people.
Ideas were developed and discussed in groups using large base maps, tracing paper and felt pens.
Picton Public Meeting and Focus Groups 9-12 February 2009
On 9 February, an interactive session was held in the Waitohi Rugby Club’s Club Rooms, Waitohi Domain. It was attended by about 120 people.
Ideas were developed and discussed in groups using large base maps, tracing paper and felt pens.
From 9 to 12 February four Focus Group meetings were held to consult with selected stakeholders.
Havelock Public Meeting 8 February 2009
On 8 February, an interactive session was held in the Waitohi Rugby Club’s Club Rooms, Waitohi Domain. It was attended by about 70 people.
Ideas were developed and discussed in groups using large base maps, tracing paper and felt pens.