Have your say on Kaipara’s future plan

Kaipara District Council wants residents’ feedback on proposals for its Long Term Plan, which decides what policies and developments will be supported and prioritised over the next decade.

The consultation document, A Bright Future, is available from Council or can be viewed online. It features a number of key issues including roading investment, the Mangawhai Community Plan, a forestry targeted rate, the Mangawhai Community Wastewater Scheme, sporting facilities, pensioner housing and flood protection.

Council is also seeking thoughts on walking and cycling, high speed internet, tourism promotion and equalising water charges.

Feedback can be placed on any of the topics in the document, or on wider issues and how the district
might develop generally.

Kaipara District Council debt is estimated to be around $54 million at present, down from a peak of $83 million in 2012.

The Long Term Plan consultation document can be found at kaipara.govt.nz, or by calling 0800 727059. The deadline for feedback submissions is 4.30pm on Thursday, April 5.