Long Term Plan 2021-2041 Amendment and Annual Plan 2023/24

Welcome to Let's Kōrero. Let's Kōrero is a community space to share ideas, discuss important topics like the Long Term Plan (LTP), provide feedback and contribute to the future of Horowhenua. We will break down the key topics addressed in The Long Term Plan Amendment so you can help guide Elected Members' decision-making.

But first, what is a Long Term Plan (LTP) and why is it important you get involved?

The Long Term Plan (LTP) sets out the services and projects the Council will provide to the Horowhenua community all the way out to 2041!

This year we propose making some changes to rates affordability, the future of the Levin Landfill and water projects through this LTP Amendment. Let's Kōrero introduces the parts we are proposing to change and the reasons why.

The formal consultation period started on 27 March and ran until 4pm on 1 May. During this period we encouraged you to have your say by making a submission. Hearings will take place on 10-11 May followed by deliberations on 31 May & 1 June 2023. Council will receive all submissions before this to inform that discussion and subsequent decisions. Elected Members will adopt the final Long Term Plan Amendment and Annual Plan on 28 June 2023.

Key Issues

Issue 1: Rates Review for a fairer distribution of rates

Should we change the way we share rates across our district? Help us decide.

Issue 2: What should the Future of the Levin Landfill be?

We need to decide what happening to the levin landfill and we'd like your help.

Issue 3: Our key water infrastructure

Key water infrastructure – Growth and climate change have elevated the need to ensure greater wat...

Issue 3: Our Key Water Infrastructure - Development Contributions

Development Contributions – We’re proposing to update development contributions to help pay for o...

Annual Plan 2023/24

Annual Plan – Should we adjust user fees and charges, so that individual users pay a little more?

Our Growth Story

Horowhenua is growing three times faster than the rest of New Zealand, but that hasn't always been the case. We had a 20 year period where population growth was static. It was only from 2013 that growth began to pick up.

It's important to understand this context, as our wastewater, stormwater and water supply infrastructure was constructed around the 1960s. At the time we weren't expecting the growth we're seeing now, so the justification for increasing the capacity of our infrastructure was unwarranted.

With current forecasts projecting a population of over 60,000 by 2040, the need for significant investment becomes evident.

Key Dates

Community Consultation opens

Community Consultation opens

Join us to ask an Elected Member anything and enjoy a free sausage sizzle while you're there.

March 27, 2023 - May 1, 2023

Rates Review hui

Rates Review hui

Ratepayers and Residents Associations have been invited to meet with Elected Members and Council Officers to discuss the proposed rates review.

March 29, 2023

Facebook Live - Landfill

Facebook Live - Landfill

Join us live as we discuss the Future of the Levin Landfill and answer your questions.

March 30, 2023

Ask Me Anything - Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom

Ask Me Anything - Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom

Enjoy a free summer concert and ask us anything you want to know about the Long Term Plan Amendment and Annual Plan.

March 30, 2023

Citizen's Panel Session 1

Citizen's Panel Session 1

Our Citizen's Panel will join Elected Members and Council Staff to participate in a focus group discussion.

April 4, 2023

Citizen's Panel Session 2

Citizen's Panel Session 2

Our Citizen's Panel will join Elected Members and Council Staff to participate in a focus group discussion.

April 5, 2023

Citizen's Panel Session 3

Citizen's Panel Session 3

Our Citizen's Panel will join Elected Members and Council Staff to participate in a focus group discussion.

April 6, 2023

Facebook Live - Rates Review

Facebook Live - Rates Review

Join us live as we discuss the proposed Rates Review and answer any of your questions.

April 6, 2023

Ask Me Anything - Foxton Easter Fair

Ask Me Anything - Foxton Easter Fair

Join us at this community engagement event and ask us anything you want to know about the Long Term Plan Amendment.

April 9, 2023

Ask Me Anything - Shannon

Ask Me Anything - Shannon

Join us at this community engagement event and ask us anything you want to know about the Long Term Plan Amendment.

April 11, 2023

Cuppa with a Councillor - Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō

Cuppa with a Councillor - Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō

Enjoy a cuppa with a Councillor and ask them anything you want to know about the Long Term Plan Amendment.

April 13, 2023

Cuppa with a Councillor - Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom

Cuppa with a Councillor - Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom

Enjoy a cuppa with a Councillor and ask them anything you want to know about the Long Term Plan Amendment.

April 13, 2023

Cuppa with a Councillor - Shannon

Cuppa with a Councillor - Shannon

Enjoy a cuppa with a Councillor and ask them anything you want to know about the Long Term Plan Amendment.

April 13, 2023

Facebook Live - Water Infrastructure

Facebook Live - Water Infrastructure

Join us live as we discuss Water Infrastructure and answer any of your questions.

April 13, 2023

Rates Review Hui

Rates Review Hui

Ratepayers and Residents Associations have been invited to meet with Elected Members and Council Officers to discuss the proposed rates review.

April 18, 2023

Ask Me Anything - Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō

Ask Me Anything - Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō

Ask us anything you want to know about our Long Term Plan Amendment.

April 19, 2023

Facebook Live - Leak Detectors/Water Meters

Facebook Live - Leak Detectors/Water Meters

Join us live as we discuss Leak Detectors/Water Meters and answer any of your questions.

April 20, 2023

Bus Tour - Landfill, Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant

Bus Tour - Landfill, Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant

Jump on a free bus, and we'll take you on a tour of our treatment plants and Landfill, discussing the proposed changes as we go.

April 22, 2023

Ask Me Anything - Big Dutch Day Out - Te Awahou Foxton

Ask Me Anything - Big Dutch Day Out - Te Awahou Foxton

Join us at this community engagement event and ask us anything you want to know about the Long Term Plan Amendment.

April 29, 2023

Community Consultation closes

Community Consultation closes

May 1, 2023

Hearings

Hearings

Elected Members get the opportunity to read your submission and hear your views. Read online or watch in person.

May 10, 2023 - May 11, 2023

Deliberations

Deliberations

Elected Members deliberate on all of the submissions provided and form their decisions on each project.

May 31, 2023 - June 1, 2023

Long Term Plan Amendment and Annual Plan Adoption

Long Term Plan Amendment and Annual Plan Adoption

Elected Members adopt the final Long Term Plan Amendment and Annual Plan.

June 28, 2023

Who's Listening

Bernie Wanden

Mayor

mayor@horowhenua.govt.nz

David Allan

Deputy Mayor

Kere Kere Ward

cr.david.allan@horowhenua.govt.nz

Mike Barker

Councillor

Levin Ward

cr.mike.barker@horowhenua.govt.nz

Rogan Boyle

Councillor

Waiopehu Ward

cr.rogan.boyle@horowhenua.govt.nz

Ross Brannigan

Councillor

Kere Kere Ward

cr.ross.brannigan@horowhenua.govt.nz

Clint Grimstone

Councillor

Levin Ward

cr.clint.grimstone@horowhenua.govt.nz

Nina Hori Te Pa

Councillor

Horowhenua (Māori) Ward

cr.nina.horitepa@horowhenua.govt.nz

Sam Jennings

Councillor

Levin Ward

cr.sam.jennings@horowhenua.govt.nz

Paul Olsen

Councillor

Miranui Ward

cr.paul.olsen@horowhenua.govt.nz

Jonathan Procter

Councillor

Waiopehu Ward

cr.jonathan.procter@horowhenua.govt.nz

Justin Tamihana

Councillor

Horowhenua (Māori) Ward

cr.justin.tamihana@horowhenua.govt.nz

Piri-Hira Tukapua

Councillor

Levin Ward

cr.piri-hira.tukapua@horowhenua.govt.nz

Alan Young

Councillor

Levin Ward

cr.alan.young@horowhenua.govt.nz