October 27th, 2011
Wide ranging topics for discussion at Hui a Hapu
Hastings District Council will present its vision for the future at a Hui a Hapu at the Matahiwi Marae early in
November.
The purpose of the Hui is to inform the community on council's 2012/22 Long Term Plan (LTP) process ahead of developing
its Draft LTP. Topics to be presented include the future of water supply in the region, the redevelopment of Civic
Square, housing options, long term solutions to coastal erosion and waste management services for marae and rural
communities.
Hastings Mayor Lawrence Yule says "every three years council must update our LTP that sets the direction for the next
ten years. It becomes the guide for council decision making and therefore, it's extremely important that the final plan
reflects what the community needs."
"The development of the LTP gives the community a chance to contribute to Council's future direction and the Hui a Hapu
will allow mana whenua, in particular, to be closely involved in the process," Mr Yule says.
The Long Term Plan gives clear details on Council's activities and expenditure for the next three years and outlines
plans for the following seven years.
Everyone is welcome at Matahiwi Marae for the Hui a Hapu which is to be held on Wednesday November 9th - the powhiri is
at 10am.
LTP theme papers are available at www.myvoicemychoice.co.nz. Copies are also available by contacting Lex Verhoeven, Hastings District Council's Strategy Manager on 8715044 or lexfv@hdc.govt.nz
Anyone who wishes to attend should register with Lex Verhoeven.
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