Te Puna Kōrero is the main committee that makes decisions about the city’s strategic direction and framework. It is made up of the Mayor, all councillors and the Council Kaumātua.
After confirming the minutes from their last meeting, the committee approved a temporary road closure of Toms Rd and Beach Rd in Titahi Bay on Saturday 5 April for the Titahi Bay School Triathlon.
Approval was also given for the temporary closure of Wi Neera Dr between Titahi Bay Rd and Tutuira Place on Sunday 6 April for the Porirua Grand Traverse.
Next up, the committee received and discussed findings of value for money assessments undertaken by Wellington Water.
Finally, the committee approved the consultation document to go out for public feedback on the proposed Annual Plan 2025/26, with a rates increase starting point of 6.75%. This year Council is also seeking feedback on the proposed Local Water Done Well water service delivery options.
Public consultation on these will run from 20 March to 20 April.
There were three speakers in the public forum who spoke on rates and the above-mentioned value for money assessments from Wellington Water.
Following the meeting, a series of workshops were held where elected members were given updates on Porirua City’s Climate Adaptation programme, Climate Change Strategy refresh, Knowing Your Pipes programme and private water leaks.
Missed today’s meeting and workshops? You can watch them in full and read all the associated papers on the meetings page of our website. You can also see what meetings and workshops are coming up, with agendas posted a few days before each one.
The public is welcome to attend most Council meetings and workshops. They are also livestreamed on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@poriruacity
13 Mar 2025
