The Council’s Draft Long-term Plan consultation document has been approved by Council, with a list of proposed items for community feedback during March-April.
After a robust discussion at yesterday's meeting (Wednesday 29 January 2025), the Central Otago District Council (CODC) agreed on the following consultation items for the upcoming 9-year LTP:
- Changes to volumetric water charges
- Divesting some of community halls and facilities
- Taking over running Ida MacDonald Roxburgh Pool Punawai Ora
- Closing Alexandra outdoor pool
- Additional Support for Manuherekia Valley Community Hub
- Supporting a Supercars championship event at Highlands Motorsport Park
- Giving grants to Artificial Turf at Maniototo Area School and Dunstan High School.
The draft consultation document and supporting documents is scheduled to be audited commencing 3 February 2025.
Amendments will be made as required and presented back to Council on 17 March 2025 for approval to adopt these documents for formal consultation, which will commence 19 March.
For a detailed list of the consultation items go to: Council kicks off 2025 with LTP proposals - Central Otago District Council.
For a recording on the Council meeting go to (LTP discussion afternoon session): Meeting and Workshop Recordings - Central Otago District Council.
Regarding the plan for delivering water services, the Council decided that this should be consulted on separately in April-May when more information is available on water delivery options, pending feedback from the auditor.
