Committee meeting

Regional Transport Committee - Major topic review of projects included in RLTP 2021/24 23 September 2024

Monday 23 September 2024

10AM - 3PM

Venue: ORC Council Chamber, Level 2, Philip Laing House, 144 Rattray St, Dunedin

The Otago and Southland Regional Transport Committee meeting covers the RLTP 2021–31 mid-term review, NZTA speed limit updates, NLTP funding allocations, KiwiRail freight hub plans, and South Island RTC Chairs engagement. Discussions include equestrian road safety, transport resilience, and strategic planning.

  • 1. Welcome and Karakia
  • 2. Apologies
    • Cr Alexa Forbes has submitted an apology.
  • 3. Public Forum, Petitions and Deputations І He Huinga tuku korero
    • 3.1 Julia McLean – NZ Equestrian Advocacy Group
      • Presentation on equestrian road safety.
      • Attachments:
      • Attachment #1 - New Zealand Mayors and Councillors
      • Attachment #2 - Horse Riders Near Misses
  • 4. Confirmation of Minutes І Whakau korero
    • Minutes of the meeting held on 24 June 2024.
  • 5. Actions from Minutes of 2 February 2024
    • The RLTP submission deadline was extended to include a revised NZTA state highway plan.
    • No update on securing a senior minister’s attendance at a meeting.
    • The review of the West Coast Regional Land Transport Plan is pending release.
  • 6. Notification of Extraordinary and Urgent Business І He Panui Autaia hei Totoia Pakihi
    •  revised speed management proposal was released too late for agenda inclusion.
    •  regional sector meeting is scheduled to discuss the proposal, with consultation closing on 11 July.
  • 7. Questions І Patai
    • No questions were raised.
  • 8. Chairman’s and Councillors’ Reports І Nga Purongo-a-Tumuaki me nga Kaunihera
    • No additional items were noted.
  • 9. Staff Reports
    • 9.1 RLTP 2021/31 – Mid-term Review – Approval to Submit the Draft RLTP to Council
      • Public consultation outcomes and recommended changes reviewed.
      • Submissions focused on walking, cycling, and alternative transport.
      • Resolved: Approval of updates and submission of RLTP to NZTA.
    • 9.2 New Zealand Transport Agency Update
      • NZTA provided an update on the Setting of Speed Limits Rule 2024.
      • Regional Speed Management Plans may become voluntary.
      • Resolved: Committee noted the report and will provide feedback to NZTA.
    • 9.3 National Land Transport Plan – Indicative Funding Allocations
      • Funding allocations for the 2024-27 period were presented.
      • Concerns raised over funding for bridge repairs.
      • A report on Otago and Southland bridges will be presented at the next meeting.
      • Resolved: Committee noted the report.
    • 9.4 KiwiRail Update
      • Update on the Rail Network Investment Programme (RNIP).
      • A new freight hub for Otago is being explored.
      • Resolved: Committee noted the report and will provide feedback to KiwiRail.
    • 9.5 South Island RTC Chairs Activities Update
      • The South Island RTC Chairs group met on 8 July 2024.
      • Engagement with local MPs is suggested to secure a Minister of Transport visit.
      • Resolved: Committee noted the report and will provide feedback to RTC representatives.
    • 9.6 Next Meeting
      • A report on the RLTP will be included at the next meeting.
      • Next meeting scheduled for 23 September 2024 in Dunedin (pending venue confirmation).
      • Resolved: Committee approved the next meeting date.
  • 10. Extraordinary and Urgent Business І Panui Autaia hei Totoia Pakihi
    • The Ministry of Transport released a new rule for setting speed limits with a short consultation timeframe.
    • The Otago Southland TAG will discuss a possible response on 26 June, and TSIG will discuss a combined regional submission on 25 June.
    • Resolved:
      • Request staff to prepare an RTC submission following the TAG Group meeting.
      • Delegation of signing authority to the RTC Chairs.
  • 11. Public Excluded Business І He Hui Pakihi e Hara Mo te Iwi
    • No items noted for public exclusion.
  • 12. Karakia Whakamutunga – Closing
Meeting Minutes

RTC Minutes 2024.09.23