Each household gets a wheelie bin, but rather than having to pay a weekly fee, they attach a tag when they need it emptied! This would be a brilliant way to get rid of the rubbish bags, make it easier on the garbage runners, keep rubbish contained and make it so much cheaper for those who didn't actually fill up a full bin each week! It would be something to work with, w ith those programs that are already set up.
Motion Passed on Complete streets master plan This morning in the Strategy,planning and development committee Councillors debated the possible future of the CBD streets and surrounds and potential options going forward. The proposed recommendation was put forward: A) Notes that the Whangarei complete streets master plan and streetscape design manual provides a 30-year vision that will respond to development and change. B) Supports the Whangarei complete streets master plan and design manual as a flexible framework for the revitalization of public streets and places in the Central City. C) Supports consideration of projects providing for cycling and walking connections, and potential improvements to John and James Street through the 2021- 2031 long-term plan process. D) notes the public consultation will be undertaken on projects and funding prioritised for inclusion in the 2021 - 2031 long-term plan. Not all councillors supported the motion however it was passed. The Whanga...
It's a huge number... but what does it mean though? How many staff will this benefit, who also are awesome people who Live IN this community?! 350 Staff! (you likely know someone whom this will help.) In 38 years the Civic Center will essentially be paid off with the savings of the rent they currently spend. $1 million a year rent! (Where do you think that rent comes from?) They currently have staff spread out and have to walk almost half kilometer to WDC and from Walton Plaza. Parts of the council building are not up to earthquake code and trying to fix an older building would likely be a waste of money to even TRY to strengthen it. The rest of Forum North has issues with the fact the roof is flat in profile and occasionally leaks, requiring ongoing maintenance. The library build, which was around $8 million for the building... then ended up costing $15 million in the end after setting it up fully. The new civic centre is getting everyone in the same efficient building, which make...
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