Submission
9 year plan feedback
Should we remove 231 Stuart Street (formerly the Fortune Theatre) from the list of strategic assets in the DCC Significance and Engagement policy?
Yes, remove 231 Stuart Street from the list of strategic assets (this is our preferred option)
Do you have any comments about 231 Stuart Street?
Not even sure why we were asked for feedback on this, there are far bigger decisions that it appears you have already made
Should we charge an entry fee of $20 (incl. GST) for international visitors aged 16 and over, at Toitū and Dunedin Public Art Gallery?
No, do not introduce an entry fee of $20 (incl. GST)
Do you have any comments about the entry fee for international visitors?
I prefer you to further reduce planned expenditure on projects that are not core services, and therefore not need to increase revenue from international visitors.
Is there anything else you would like to tell us?
I think it is disrespectful to the rate payers that for all the proposed projects and policies within the 9 year plan, there are only 2 requests for feedback with respect to the overall plan, and with minimal bearing on the rates rises being proposed. It is also problematic to make decisions without genuine consultation.
I think the DCC needs to significantly reduce its spending to primarily focus on core services. In difficult economic times, it is irresponsible to increase rates while continuing to fund :nice to have" projects such as: Destination Playgrounds ($11m), Peninsula Connection ($18.5m), Peninsula Connection Boardwalk ($3.5m), Princes Street Bus Priority and Corridor Safety Plan ($7m), Festivals and Events Plan, Ōtepoti Live Music Action Plan.
In addition to the unnecessary spending of the above projects, I think the council can reduce its headcount and other operational spending to reflect a focus on core services. As per the Income Statements in the supporting documents, the personnel costs and operations and maintenance costs for every activity, increase every year. This is not justifiable while rates are increased at such a high rate, and while the general cost of living continues to rise.
Local Water Done Well feedback
Which water services delivery model do you support?
A Three Waters Council-Controlled Organisation (CCO)
Why did you choose this option?
I do not want DCC to be in direct control of water services delivery.
Do you have any other feedback related to the proposed water services delivery models?
Supporting information
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Submission id number: 1132551
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