Official Council Notices for 4 September 2008
Council Votes to Stay with STV for Next Election
It is intended that the next local body elections in Marlborough - in 2010 - will be conducted with the Single Transferable Vote (STV) voting system.
The Marlborough District Council made its original decision to switch to STV, from the First Past The Post system, in 2002.
The new voting system was used in the 2004 and 2007 local body elections.
Before the 2010 election the Council had a choice of either conducting a poll of electors to see if they wished to stay with STV or making its own decision to retain STV.
Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman says the Council has decided to stay with the status quo which should mean that the 2010 election will be conducted under STV.
"I believe it is the fairest of the systems, particularly where there is a big field of candidates," he said.
It's also the system which is in place for the District Health Board elections which are conducted at the same time and Mr Sowman says it makes sense to have a consistent approach.
"I'm comfortable that the Council has made this decision without conducting a poll to see whether we should change the way of holding the election," he said.
However, the Mayor says, if there is any depth of strong public feeling on the issue, the Council must conduct a poll. That would require at least 5% of the voters from the last election to submit a formal request that such a poll be held.
"I think voters are generally pretty satisfied with STV but, if not, I'm sure we'll hear from them," said Mr Sowman.
Information reminding voters how the STV voting process works will be widely circulated closer to the next local body elections in 2010.
Council Resolution on Electoral System
Right to Demand a Poll
The Marlborough District Council, at a meeting held on 7 August 2008, has resolved that the electoral system to be used for the 2010 triennial general election be the Single Transferable Vote (STV) system.
Electors of the Marlborough District Council have a right to demand a poll to countermand the resolution to use the Single Transferable Vote (STV) electoral system. Should a valid demand for a poll be received, a poll will be held on whether the Single Transferable Vote (STV) electoral system or First Past the Post (FPP) electoral system will be used for the next two triennial general elections (2010 and 2013) of the Marlborough District Council. A valid demand must be:
- Made in writing;
- Signed by at least 5 percent of eligible electors of the Marlborough District Council. This will require at least 1,596 elector signatures;
- Delivered to the office of the Marlborough District Council, 15 Seymour Street, Blenheim 7201 by 5.00 pm on 28 February 2009 if the poll is to be held in sufficient time to take effect for the 2010 election.
Every elector who signs a demand must also set out in it his or her name and the address for which he or she is qualified as an elector of the Marlborough District Council.
For further information, please contact Dean Heiford or Mike Porter, Ph: 520 7400.
This notice is given under section 28 of the Local Electoral Act 2001.
Tender
Picton/Whatamango Refuse Collection 2008-2011
Marlborough District Council invites tenders for the above contract. The contract period is from 1 October 2008 to 30 June 2011.
This contract is to collect officially bagged refuse in the Picton/Whatamango area on a weekly basis.
Tenders close at 4.00 pm on 24 September 2008.
Tender documents may be obtained from the Marlborough District Council; Seymour Square, Blenheim Ph: 03 520 7400.
All enquiries should be directed to Willi Borst; Ph: 03 520 7400 or email willi.borst@marlborough.govt.nz
2008/09 Summer Sports
Application to use Marlborough District Council Sportsgrounds
Applications are invited from sporting codes wishing to use Council provided sportsgrounds for the coming summer season.
Application forms are to be collected from the Marlborough District Council Office, Seymour Street, Blenheim.
Applications should be addressed to Council's Reserves and Amenities Officer, Mr Robert Hutchinson to be received no later than Monday 20 September 2008.
The official opening date for summer sports will be Monday 13 October 2008 and closing date Sunday 22 March 2009.
Any enquiries should be directed to Robert Hutchinson, Ph: 520 7400.
Temporary Road Closure
Seymour Street from the Intersection of High Street to John Street
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974 that Seymour Street from the intersection of High Street to John Street will be closed to all vehicles between the hours of 10.45 am and 12.15 pm on Sunday 14 September 2008 for the purpose of the Marlborough Branch RNZAF Association (Inc) - Battle of Britain/Air Force Day Commemoration Service.
Any enquiries should be addressed to Keith Turner, Marlborough Roads, Ph 577 1850.
ALISTAIR SOWMAN
MAYOR
Notice of Intention to Stop Road
Off Onamalutu Road (Blake)
The Marlborough District Council, under the provisions of Section 342(1)(a) of the Local Government Act 1974, proposes to stop two portions of legal road, described in the Schedule below.
Any persons requiring further information on the road stopping proposal can obtain copies of the plan defining the road to be stopped SO 406556 and location map from the office of the Marlborough District Council, Seymour Street, Blenheim.
Any persons wishing to object to this road stopping proposal must lodge an objection in writing at the office of the Marlborough District Council, PO Box 443, Seymour Street, Blenheim on or before 5.00 pm Tuesday, 30 September 2008.
SCHEDULE
All that parcel of land situated in the District of Marlborough and shown as Sections 1 and 2 S0 plan 406556 containing 0.5611 Ha and 0.3003 Ha respectively.
EXPLANATION
The intention is to close two portions of legal (unformed) road within the Blake property at Onamalutu as contained within the property is a herd of bison. Being a rare and endangered species they need to be kept in a safe environment. Also their residence is situated very close to one of the portions of road proposed to be closed.
PURPOSE
Should the road stopping be completed the land will be transferred to and amalgamated with the adjoining landowner's title at market value.
Any enquiries should be directed to Judith North, Ph: 520 7400.
Notice of Intention to Stop Road
74 George Street, Blenheim
The Marlborough District Council, under the provisions of Section 342(1)(a) of the Local Government Act 1974, proposes to stop legal road, described in the Schedule below.
Any persons requiring further information on the road stopping proposal can obtain copies of the plan defining the road to be stopped SO 401264 and location map from the office of the Marlborough District Council, Seymour Street, Blenheim.
Any persons wishing to object to this road stopping proposal must lodge an objection in writing at the office of the Marlborough District Council, PO Box 443, Seymour Street, Blenheim on or before 5.00 pm Tuesday, 30 September 2008.
SCHEDULE
All that parcel of land situated in the District of Marlborough and shown as Section 1 S0 plan 401264 containing 0.0088 hectares.
EXPLANATION
Developers of properties fronting George and Arthur Streets have applied to Council for resource consent for an integrated residential development. Part of the development incorporates the property at 74 George Street. The proposed final stage of the development proposes to utilise the small portion of legal road which currently is utilised as part of that property; the front fence does not sit on the true boundary.
PURPOSE
Should the road stopping be completed the land will be transferred to and amalgamated with the adjoining landowner's title at market value.
Any enquiries should be directed to Judith North, Ph: 520 7400.
MDC Property - 18 Severne Street
House for Tender
Council has a two bedroom wooden house on the periphery of the Blenheim Borough for purchase and removal. The house could be suitable for workers' accommodation or the basis of a family home.
Tenders close 4.00 pm on Monday 22 September 2008 with the house removal to be completed by 10 November 2008.
For arranging viewing and obtaining tender documents please contact Council's Property Manager:
Stephen Folster
Abel Properties Ltd
Level 1
27 Scott Street
Blenheim 7201
Ph: 03 577 7780
Fax: 03 578 6003
Email: steve@abelprop.com
Community Grants
Marlborough District Council is seeking applications for funding from not for profit organisations providing services to the Marlborough community under the following category headings:
- Community Welfare Social Services
- Environment
- Sport and Recreation
Applications must be for projects/services that meet the criteria for the funding and be of direct benefit to the people of the Marlborough District.
Application forms and eligibility details are available at Council offices in Blenheim and Picton and at the Blenheim Library.
Applications close 5.00 pm, Friday 31 October 2008
For further information please contact:
Lyne Johnson
Community Development Advisor
Ph. 03 520 7400
Community News - Did you Know?
Brayshaw Heritage Park Website
Brayshaw Heritage Park website is up and running at http://www.brayshawpark.org.nz/. The site provides information on the organisations and services based at the park including Marlborough Historical Society, Marlborough Vintage Farm Machinery, The Vintage Car Club, Marlborough Association of Modellers, Marlborough Genealogy Society, Woodworkers" Guild and others.
For more information have a look on the website.
Creative Communities NZ Local Arts Funding
Applications for financial assistance by way of subsidies or guarantee against loss under the Creative Communities Local Arts Scheme are now being invited by Marlborough District Council.
The primary focus of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to projects which stimulate local arts activity both established and new, and encourage greater participation.
Applications for over $1,000 close 26 September 2008
Forms and information are available at Council offices, Library and http://www.marlborough.govt.nz/community/grants.cfm?cache=244711
For further information contact Lyne Johnson Ph: 520 7448.
Community Awards 2008 for Voluntary Organisations
Trustpower Community Awards 2008 for Voluntary Organisations
TrustPower, in partnership with the Marlborough District Council, wishes to recognise voluntary organisations that dedicate hours of voluntary time and energy every year in making the Marlborough District community a better place to live.
The Awards are intended to support and recognise the valuable contribution these organisations and groups make to the Marlborough District.
Nominations are now open under the following categories:
- Heritage & Environment
- Health & Wellbeing
- Arts & Culture
- Sport & Leisure
- Educational & Child Youth Development
Nomination forms along with details of eligibility and criteria are available at Council offices, the Library and on Council's website http://www.marlborough.govt.nz/community/grants.cfm?cache=244711 under Awards in the community section.
For further information ask for Lyne Johnson Ph: 520 7400.
Closing date for nominations is 26 September 2008.
Awatere and Seddon Drinking Water
Boil Water Notice
The water from Council's reticulation in the Awatere and Seddon is untreated and does not meet the Drinking Water Standards for New Zealand 2000. This water may contain bacteria which are detrimental to human health. All water used for drinking, food preparation or cleaning teeth should be boiled.
For further information contact our Customer Service Centre Ph: 520 7400.
Resource Management Act 1991
Notified Resource Consents
Public Notification of Application for Resource Consent(s)
| Applicant: |
Department of Conservation - U080661 |
| Location of Application: |
Isolated Hill Scenic Reserve, South Marlborough - being Sec 4 Blk's III, IV and IX Whernside SD, Lot 1 DP 5588, Sec 3 Blk XIII Blue Mountain SD and Pt Lot 6 DP 346. |
| Type of Resource Consents Sought: |
Discharge Permit (To Water) |
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Discharge Permit (To Land) |
| Description of Activity: |
To undertake an aerial application of 1080 cereal pellets to 3654 hectares of conservation land and private land to control possums. |
| Applicant's Service Address: |
Attention Mr M Brennan, Department of Conservation, PO Box 51, Renwick 7243 |
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| Applicant: |
41 Degree South Limited - U080842 |
| Location of Application: |
74 Daltons Road, Canvastown - being Pt Lot 1 DP 1990 Blk IX Wakamarina SD. The intake point is located approximately 3.2 kilometres upstream from Daltons Bridge. |
| Type of Resource Consents Sought: |
Water Permit (Take Surface Water)
Water Permit (Use Water) |
| Description of Activity: |
To take and use surface water from the Pelorus River up to a maximum rate of 7,000 cubic metres per day (6,371 cubic metres of short term and 629 cubic metres of long term water) for the irrigation of 140 hectares of pasture. |
| Applicant's Service Address: |
Attention Ms B Clapp, Envirolink Limited, PO Box 25, Mapua 7048 |
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| Applicant: |
Kaituna Hills Limited - U080848 |
| Location of Application: |
Mahers Road, Kaituna - being Pt DP 609. The well is located approximately 590 metres northeast of State Highway 6 - Mahers Road intersection. |
| Type of Resource Consents Sought: |
Water Permit (Take Underground Water)
Water Permit (Use Water) |
| Description of Activity: |
To take and use underground water from well P28w/4765 up to a maximum rate of 345.6 cubic metres per day for the irrigation of 20 hectares of vineyard. |
| Applicant's Service Address: |
Envirolink Limited, PO Box 25, Mapua 7048 |
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| Applicant: |
MacKenzie Contracting Limited - U080857 |
| Location of Application: |
3114 State Highway 1, St Andrews - being Lot 1 DP 9004 and Lot 1 DP 9217. |
| Type of Resource Consents Sought: |
Land Use (Activity)
Discharge Permit (To Land) |
| Description of Activity: |
To operate a yard for parking and servicing vehicles in relation to a rural contracting business, and to discharge grey wastewater to land from a truck washing facility. |
| Applicant's Service Address: |
Michael Gilbert, Barrister Solicitor, PO Box 130, Nelson 7040 |
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| Applicant: |
Charles Cresswell & Pamela Anne BOWRON and Kim Francis & Barbara Lee AVERY - U080779 |
| Location of Application: |
1550 Avon Valley Road, Waihopai Valley - being Lot 12A DP 664, Pt Lot 12B DP 664 and Lot 11 DP 319208. The intake sites are located between 3.6 km and 5 km south of the confluence between the Avon and Teme Rivers. |
| Type of Resource Consents Sought: |
Water Permit (Take Surface Water)
Water Permit (Use Water) |
| Description of Activity: |
To take and use Class A Waihopai River surface water from the Avon River up to a maximum rate of 15 litres per second, 800 cubic metres per day, for the irrigation of 28 hectares of pasture and lucerne. |
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The applicant has an existing water permit, U981169, which will expire on 20 February 2009. |
| Applicant's Service Address: |
Mr C Bowron, 1550 Avon Valley Road, RD 6, Blenheim 7276 |
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| Applicant: |
Whatamonga Home Stay Limited - U080270 |
| Location of Application: |
Whatamango Bay, Inner Queen Charlotte Sound |
| Type of Resource Consents Sought: |
Coastal Permit |
| Description of Activity: |
To construct a 1.8 metre high retaining wall of car tyres on the foreshore in order to protect an existing boatshed on sounds foreshore reserve being Sec 15 SO 6274. |
| Applicant's Service Address: |
Attention Mr A Wilson, Whatamonga Home Stay Limited, PO Box 10905, The Terrace, Wellington 6143 |
Date: 3 September 2008
ANNA EATHERLEY
MANAGER RESOURCE CONSENTS
