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Report To:
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Regional
Public Transport Plan Hearings Subcommittee
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Meeting
Date:
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31 August
2022
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Report
Writer:
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Bron Healey, Principal Advisor,
Regional Development
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Report
Authoriser:
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Mat
Taylor, General Manager, Corporate
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Purpose:
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To provide staff recommendations on
submissions received on the draft Regional Public Transport Plan 2022-2032
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Regional
Public Transport Plan 2022-2032 Deliberations
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Executive Summary
This report
provides the Regional Public Transport Plan Hearings Subcommittee with the
information required to conduct deliberations on the draft RPTP.
A total of
65 submissions were received on the draft RPTP, 21 from organisations or
groups, and 44 from individuals. The Hearings Subcommittee made the decision
to accept three late submissions. Twenty submitters presented their
submissions to the Hearings Subcommittee at hearings conducted on the 17 and
19 August 2022.
Detailed
review of submissions has shown submitters were interested in, and have views
on, the full range of matters covered in the RPTP, from high level visions to
their local bus stop or route. In this sense, the overriding theme coming
through submissions was that the submitters care about public transport and
it matters to them.
Staff
recommendations have been made on 294 individual submission points raised by
the 65 submitters on the RPTP. This report summarises recommendations or
recommended positions on the key topics.
More
detailed Individual responses have been prepared for each submission point in
the attached staff recommendations reports. Due to time constraints the
reports are still to be checked through for consistency/typos/formatting etc.
This will be undertaken prior to the deliberations.
The
report also provides a section-by-section summary of the recommended changes
to the plan which are shown in track changes in the attached RPTP document.
Again, due to time constraints there are several amendments still in the
process of being actioned. Notes have been placed in the relevant sections of
the RPTP highlighting the changes still to be made.
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Recommendations
That the Regional
Public Transport Plan Hearings Subcommittee:
1 Receives the report, Regional Public Transport Plan 2022-2032
Deliberations;
2 Endorses the recommended changes to the Regional Public Transport
Plan document as outlined in this report, including any amendments as specified
___________;
3 Recommends that the final draft Regional Public Transport Plan is
considered and endorsed at the next meeting of the Public Transport Committee
for approval at Full Council.
1. Introduction
This report provides the Regional
Public Transport Plan Hearings Subcommittee with the information required to
conduct deliberations on the draft RPTP.
As members will recall, the
draft RPTP was approved for public consultation by the Public Transport
Committee at its 23 June 2022 meeting following a comprehensive review process.
The RPTP was subsequently released for public consultation, with submissions
being received between 4 – 29 July.
A total of 65 submissions were
received on the draft RPTP, 21 from organisations or groups, and 44 from
individuals. The Hearings Subcommittee made the decision to accept three late
submissions. Twenty submitters presented their submissions to the Hearings
Subcommittee at hearings conducted on the 17 and 19 August 2022.
1.1 Legislative
Framework
The Land Transport Management
Act (LTMA) provides the legislative framework for the development and renewal
of RPTPs. The RPTP is a statutory requirement of the LTMA and a regional
council must adopt an RPTP if it intends to enter into contracts for the supply
of public transport services. The LTMA requires the RPTP to be reviewed at the
same time, or as soon as practicable after the public transport service
components of a Regional Land Transport Plan are approved.
The statutory purpose of the RPTP in the
LTMA is:
· a means for
encouraging regional councils and public transport operators to work together
in developing public transport services and infrastructure,
· an instrument
for engaging with the public in the region on the design and operation of the
public transport network, and
· to provide a
statement of:
o the public
transport services that are integral to the public transport network,
o the policies
and procedures that apply to those services, and
o the information
and infrastructure that support those services.
1.2 Alignment
with Strategic Framework
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A Vibrant Region
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We lead
regional transport strategy and system planning, working with others to
deliver a safe and reliable public transport system.
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1.2.1 Community
Well-beings Assessment
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Dominant Well-Beings Affected
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þ Environmental
Low -
Positive
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þ Cultural
Low -
Positive
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þ Social
Medium
- Positive
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¨ Economic
Medium
- Positive
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Public transport planning and
delivery has positive social and economic outcomes for our communities. Well
planned and effective public transport enables people of all ages and abilities
to access a wide range of social and economic activities.
Public transport contributes to
positive environmental outcomes through reduced transport emissions when people
choose to take public transport instead of private vehicle trips. These
environmental outcomes are further enhanced when the public transport trip is
in a zero emission vehicle.
Public transport also
contributes to positive cultural outcomes (refer to the Implications for
Māori section of this report).
2. Submissions
A high level summary and analysis of submissions was
provided in the previous report for hearings. To reiterate:
· 58% of
submissions were received through the Participate online consultation portal,
predominantly from the public.
· Responses to
Participate survey questions indicated high levels of support for elements of
the RPTP strategic direction (challenges, opportunities, vision, objectives,
focus areas).
Key themes in all submissions:
· General
support for direction of the Plan and the development process
· Recognition
and a sense of urgency about climate change/need to reduce emissions
· Recognition of
links between public transport and land use/urban transformation goals and the
need for integration
· Questions about the ambitiousness of the Plan and some targets/calls
for step change/transformative action
· Seeking more
detail on funding/how plans will be funded
· Questions
about the current model of providing public transport e.g. separation of
functions for service and infrastructure provision
· Support for
alternative public transport modes e.g. rail, light rail, ferries
· Strong
interest in transitioning to zero emission public transport
· Strong
interest in On Demand Public Transport and other alternative delivery models
· Recognition/support
for a stronger public transport role in intra and inter-regional connectivity
· Seeking
development of a more detailed implementation plan/performance
measures/monitoring framework
· Requests for
changes to bus services (routes, frequencies, operating times/days)
· Requests for
changes to bus stops/infrastructure (e.g. locations, shelters)
More detailed review of submissions has shown
submitters were interested in, and have views on, the full range of matters
covered in the RPTP, from high level visions to their local bus stop or route.
In this sense, the overriding theme coming through submissions was that the
submitters care about public transport and it matters to them. The following
key topics were identified:
· Boldness/transformational
change/step change
· Funding/financial
Information
· Challenges
· Vision
statement
· Targets
· Performance
measurement
· Consolidation
of public transport functions
· Regional
services
· Zero
emission public transport
· Passenger
rail
· Service
patronage
· On
demand public transport
· Rapid
transit
· Propulsion
technologies
· Bus
stops/shelters
· Safety
and security issues
· School
services
· Ferries
· Event
services
· Infrastructure
quality/accessibility
· Accessible
buses
· Provision
for other modes (cycling/micro mobility)
· Exploring
new innovations/technologies
· Extension
of SuperGold concession
· Action/implementation
plan
· Bus
service changes
3. Recommendations
Staff recommendations have been made on 294 individual
submission points raised by the 65 submitters on the RPTP. This section
summarises recommendations or recommended positions on some of the key topics.
More detailed Individual responses have prepared for
each submission point in the following attached reports:
· Bay of
Plenty Regional Public Transport Plan – Staff Recommendations (By
Section)
· Bay of
Plenty Regional Public Transport Plan – Staff Recommendations (By
Submitter)
Please note that due to time constraints the attached
reports are still being reviewed for consistency/typos/formatting etc. This
review will be undertaken prior to the deliberations meeting.
3.1 Key
recommendations or recommended positions
3.1.1 Boldness/transformational
change/step change
Several submitters questioned whether the RPTP was
bold enough or would deliver transformational change in light of the challenges
facing the region/Western Bay of Plenty subregion.
Recommendation:
The overall intent of the Plan is to be aspirational,
while setting out what is realistic and achievable in a Regional Public
Transport Plan (RPTP). This means we must bear in mind the scope of the RPTP as
set out in legislation and recognise that responsibilities for activities lie
with different agencies. The Regional Council is committed to working
collaboratively with partner agencies in the delivery of the range of measures
which will be required to achieve the desired change.
We also note that in terms of Tauranga and Western Bay
of Plenty, The UFTI Connected Centres programme sets out the sub-region’s
long-term land use and transport vision, and the RPTP focuses on delivering the
public transport components of that vision.
3.1.1 Funding/financial
Information
Some submitters sought more funding or financial information
in the RPTP or asked how activities would be funded.
Recommendation:
The purpose of a Regional Public Transport Plan (RPTP)
is set out in the Land Transport Management Act. This is:
(a) a means for encouraging regional councils and
public transport operators to work together in developing public transport
services and infrastructure; and
(b) an instrument for engaging with the public in the
region on the design and operation of the public transport network; and
(c) a statement of—
(i) the public transport services that are integral to
the public transport network; and
(ii) the policies and procedures that apply to those
services; and
(iii) the information and infrastructure that support
those services.
The RPTP is primarily a policy document, setting the
policy framework for the delivery of public transport in the region. The
approach in this region (and other regions in New Zealand with Regional Public
Transport Plans) is to set funding levels for public transport (both
infrastructure and services) in the Long Term Plans and Annual Plans of the
respective organisations with public transport functions. The Bay of Plenty
Regional Council forecasts funding and sets rates for public transport
operations in its Long Term Plan.
We accept that more financial information can be added
to the RPTP to provide more clarity. Add forecast
public transport operational funding and $ amounts to the RPTP.
We also note that the regular Public Transport Arotake
Tuatoru - Performance Monitoring Report which is publicly available in the
Public Transport Committee agendas has the most comprehensive, detailed
breakdown of financial and patronage information for public transport in the
region. We will ensure this is readily accessible on the Regional Council
website.
3.1.2 Challenges
Two submitters requested that the affordability
challenge of providing public transport infrastructure and services,
particularly in the context of meeting mode shift targets, be included in the
Plan.
Recommendation:
The affordability challenge is closely linked to the
challenge of achieving mode shift to meet targets. Include additional text in
Challenge 1 (Achieving mode shift) highlighting the affordability challenge of
providing increased investment in public transport infrastructure and services
for local authorities.
3.1.3 Vision
statement
Some submitters noted the vision statement
didn’t reference accessibility (particularly for rural/non-urban parts of
the region) despite this being identified as a key challenge/opportunity.
Recommendation:
There is a strong policy thread throughout the RPTP
concerned with improving access/connectivity for communities outside the
region’s main urban centres. This is not explicitly captured in the draft
vision statement.
Recommend the vision statement be amended to read:
‘More people using high quality public transport that enhances their
lives, supports urban transformation and regional connectivity, while
reducing our collective impact on the environment’.
3.1.4 Targets
Many submitters
sought more information on the RPTP targets or questioned whether they were
sufficiently ambitious, particularly the mode shift target.
Recommendation:
The mode share and accessibility
targets in the RPTP are based on transport modelling undertaken in the Tauranga
urban context for the Western Bay of Plenty Transport System Plan (TSP). This
established what was achievable under the TSP Public Transport Medium
Investment Scenario (significantly increasing investment in public transport
over time from current levels).
The Government has recently
released new national targets in the New Zealand Emissions Reduction Plan. A
key target for transport is to reduce total kilometres travelled by the light
fleet by 20 per cent by 2035 through improved urban form and providing better
travel options, particularly in our largest cities. Public transport is a key
mode for achieving these better travel options.
The Ministry of Transport is now
working with partner agencies to develop sub-national light vehicle kilometres
travelled targets for the main urban areas in New Zealand, including Tauranga
and Rotorua. According to current timeframes, these are due to be released
before the end of 2022. As part of this process, we are seeking a better
understanding of public transport’s expected contribution to achieving
these targets, and the levels of investment required to deliver this.
Additional work at the
sub-regional level is also being undertaken with TSP partner agencies to better
understand the implications for current TSP targets.
Once
these are clarified, the RPTP may be need to be updated, most likely through a
variation to the Plan.
3.1.5 Performance
measurement
A number of submitters raised
questions about measuring the performance of the RPTP.
Recommendation:
We note that Part 5 of the RPTP
has been updated to include reference to the development of an implementation
plan for the RPTP. The RPTP monitoring framework (for the performance measures
identified in 5.2) will form a key part of the implementation plan.
We also note that several of
those measures are currently reported in the regular Public Transport Arotake
Tuatoru - Performance Monitoring Report which is publicly available in the
Public Transport Committee agendas. We will ensure this is more readily
accessible on the Regional Council website.
Update 5.3 to include mode
share.
3.1.6 Consolidation
of public transport functions
A couple of submitters questions
whether the current separation of public transport functions would deliver the
desired outcomes for public transport (particularly with reference to
Tauranga/Western Bay of Plenty).
Recommendation:
We note that this issue is
largely beyond the scope of matters that can be addressed within the scope of a
Regional Public Transport Plan (RPTP).
We also note the RPTP includes
the following key focus area for next three years:
· Collaborative
-We will work with our partners and communities to consider innovative ways of
delivering public transport solutions that meet peoples’ needs.
The Regional Council is open to
discussions with partners around new models of public transport delivery and
nothing in the RPTP precludes their consideration. We do note that current the
current legislative responsibilities of authorities for public transport span
quite different geographic units.
3.1.7 Regional
services
Many submitters were interested
in regional services as a means of providing better connectivity across the
region.
Recommendation:
The RPTP includes an action to
prepare a more comprehensive regional services strategy to confirm the longer
term regional services network. The intention is to implement a regional
network which provides a fast and attractive service offering (see 4.1.4).
We also note that section 4.1.4
recognises that ‘intra-regional travel between the centres for various
purposes (e.g. commuting, work-related travel, medical and health services,
leisure, tourism and shopping) is becoming increasingly significant. The location
of planned development on the edges of the urban areas is likely to further
increase the attractiveness of this type of travel. Low service frequencies
impact on the current viability of intraregional services for these trip
purposes.’
3.1.8 Zero
emission public transport
Many submitters supported the transition to a zero
emission public transport fleet, although some urged that the date be brought
forward.
Recommendation:
Zero emission public transport - Policy 1.4 seeks to
transition the region’s public transport fleet to zero-emission buses in
line with Government targets. There is an associated action to undertake a bus
fleet decarbonisation feasibility study to understand the opportunities and
constraints of increasing the size of the zero emission fleet as bus service
contracts are renewed and achieving a fully emissions free public transport bus
fleet by 2035.
Key considerations include: existing contractual
arrangements with operators, the timing of new contracts, planning for the
retirement of the current fleet, securing the adequate supply of replacement
zero emission vehicles, and having the necessary charging/fuelling
infrastructure place for a zero emission fleet.
3.1.9 Passenger
rail
Many submitters demonstrated a particular interest in
passenger rail as an alternative public transport mode.
Recommendation:
Rail – see Policy 1.6 (Passenger Rail) –
The Regional Council will continue working collaboratively with partner
agencies to explore the feasibility of implementing passenger rail.
We note there is an action linked to this policy to
actively participate in central government business cases investigating the
possible extension of Hamilton to Auckland passenger rail to Tauranga.
3.1.10 Service
patronage
Some submitters noted services needed to be well
patronised to be effective.
Recommendation:
Service optimisation – Policy 2.3 sets minimum
patronage expectations for different types of services. Services which
consistently fall below these thresholds will be reviewed to determine how they
can better serve the needs of customers.
3.1.11 On
demand public transport
Many submitters were strongly interested in the
potential of on demand public transport as an means of delivering public
transport services.
Recommendation:
On Demand Public Transport - Policy 2.6 supports
trials of on demand public transport. There is an associated action to develop
and implement an on demand trial for Tauranga South. This will test proof of
concept for wider potential application in the region.
3.1.12 Rapid
transit
Many submitters were interested in the delivery of
different modes of rapid transit (bus, rail, light rail, trams).
Recommendation:
Rapid transit – Policy 4.6 and associated
actions support a two-fold approach to rapid transit:
i) progressively deliver a network of frequent and
reliable public transport services with dedicated priority on the four core
UFTI Connected Centres corridors; and
ii) work collaboratively with UFTI partners and
central government to future-proof and secure space on the Connected Centres
corridors in preparation for a longer term transition to a rapid transit
system.
We note there are associated actions in the RPTP to:
· Undertake
work to better understand what is required to future proof the western Bay of
Plenty sub-region for a potential longer term transition to rapid transit.
· Actively
participate in any central government business cases investigating rapid
transit in the region.
· Investigate
funding and planning mechanisms with the potential to support a longer term
transition to a rapid transit system.
3.1.13 Propulsion
technologies
Some submitters suggested new/different zero emissions
propulsion technologies for public transport
Recommendation:
RPTP actions for mode shift and carbon reduction
include the following:
* Undertake a bus fleet decarbonisation feasibility
study to understand the opportunities and constraints of increasing the size of
the zero emission fleet.
The scope of this study will include the relative
opportunities and constraints of future zero emission propulsion technologies
for the public transport bus fleet. Hydrogen and battery electric are two
potential options. The intent is for the study to establish a future pathway
for transitioning to a zero emission fleet.
3.1.14 Bus
stops/shelters
Many submitters raised issues with bus stops (quality,
location, lack of shelter, access)
Recommendation:
Refer
Policies in the draft RPTP seek to deliver a to
deliver a safe, reliable, punctual and high quality customer experience, and
encourage investment in infrastructure (including bus stops) to support this.
Infrastructure quality – Policy 3.4 encourages
investment in public transport infrastructure that gives effect to national
best practice public transport design guidance.
The submitter’s concerns
with xxx have been noted and referred to [the relevant authority] (as the
public transport infrastructure provider) for further consideration.
Tauranga City [additional note
re: shelters]: We note that investment is programmed in the Tauranga City
Council Long Term Plan to accelerate bus shelter provision across the city.
3.1.15 Safety
and security issues
Some submitters raised concerns
about safety at bus stops/interchanges.
Recommendation:
Safety and personal security
– Policy 5.2 includes a commitment to work collaboratively with bus
operators and partner organisations to identify and resolve public transport
safety and security related issues.
3.1.1 School
services
One submitter (RPTP0060) did not support the school
services policy on the basis that it they should be provided outside the
Tauranga urban area.
Recommendation:
We note that the provision of dedicated school
services in Tauranga is a special case and came about as a consequence of a
policy decision by the Ministry of education. Our expectation is that the
Ministry of Education continues to provide dedicated school services in parts
of the region outside the Tauranga urban area and this is reflected in the
policy.
We accept that shifting more school trips to public
transport has many benefits including emissions reduction and safety. We note
that the School Free Fares Trial has recently been expanded to Whakatane
enabling fare free travel on public transport for school children during school
hours. The Regional Council is certainly willing to work further with Whakatane
District Council to identify ways our public transport services can better
serve school based travel needs in the district.
3.1.2 Ferries
Many submitters were interested in the provision of a
ferry service in the Western Bay of Plenty. Some raised questions about its
viability.
Recommendation:
We note that the RPTP includes a policy (2.9) and
action to undertake a high level business case for a commuter ferry service in
the Western Bay of Plenty. This is likely to build on the initial analysis
undertaken in the Western Bay of Plenty Ferries Feasibility Study. Many
of the points raised are likely to form part of the assessment of relative
costs and benefits. The Regional Council will continue working collaboratively
with partner agencies to explore the feasibility of implementing a service.
3.1.3 Event
services
A couple of submissions made suggestions about
services to special events.
Recommendation:
We note that shuttle services and event services are
excluded from the definition of public transport as set out in the Land
Transport Management Act. That said, the Regional Council is committed to
working collaboratively to ensure that public transport services are
co-ordinated as much as possible with events and their use is incentivised in
support of broader transport and social goals.
3.1.4 Infrastructure
quality/accessibility
Some submitters highlighted the importance or raised
general concerns about the quality of infrastructure that enabled access to
public transport e.g. footpaths, bus stops.
Recommendation:
There are a number of policies in the RPTP that are
designed to ensure consistency in the delivery of an accessible journey:
Policy 5.1 (Accessible journey) notes that: ‘the
accessible journey covers all the steps needed for a person to get from their
home to their destination and return. All steps in the accessible journey are
interlinked and are of equal importance. If one link is inadequate, the whole
journey may be impossible. Consequently, it focuses on providing infrastructure
and information that:
i. enables easy and safe access to public transport;
ii. is simple to understand and use; and
iii. meets best practice quality and safety standards
for stops, shelters, footpaths, crossings, vehicles and other elements of the
accessible journey.
Policy 3.4 (Infrastructure quality) encourages
investment in public transport infrastructure that gives effect to national
best practice public transport design guidance.
3.1.5 Accessible
buses
Some submitters noted the importance of accessible
buses.
Recommendation:
Policy 3.8 commits the Regional Council to ensuring
that all contracted buses on urban services meet the relevant national best
practice vehicle quality standards. This includes standards for vehicle
accessibility.
3.1.6 Provision
for other modes (cycling/micro mobility)
Some submitters asked for provision for other modes in
the RPTP (e.g. cycling/micro mobility).
Recommendation:
Policy 4.2 (Modal Integration) supports integration of
public transport and other modes (including xxx) through the provision of
appropriate facilities and infrastructure. Setting more specific objectives for
xxx lies outside the scope of a Regional Public Transport Plan which is
primarily concerned with public transport provision (while recognising the
important relationships that exist between public transport, land use and other
modes).
3.1.7 Exploring
new innovations/technologies
Some submissions raised questions about innovation or
made suggestions about new technologies that could be used.
Recommendation:
Policy 3.5 (Innovation and technology) supports
proactively working with partner organisations to improve our collective
capacity to evaluate, and where appropriate, adopt new innovations and
technological improvements as they emerge.
The Regional Council will continue to work through
established regional sector groups to identify, assess, trial and adopt viable
new public transport technologies and innovations.
3.1.1 Extension
of SuperGold concession
A couple of submitters sought
continuation of the current concession beyond the specified trial end date.
Recommendation:
The RPTP is primarily a policy
document, setting the policy framework for the delivery of public transport in
the region. The Regional Council ultimately sets funding levels for public
transport services in its Long Term Plan and Annual Plan processes.
We recommend to the Regional
Council that it considers continuing the Extension of SuperGold Concession
beyond the current trial end date on the basis that it is consistent with
Policy 7.1 (Fare Principles).
3.1.2 Action/implementation
plan
Several submitters raised
questions about the lack of a detailed implementation plan for the RPTP,
setting out timeframes and costs of delivery.
Recommendation:
Following confirmation of the
policy framework in the RPTP, we are proposing to develop a more detailed
implementation plan for the policies and actions within the Plan. This will
establish timeframes for delivery, while taking into account available
resources.
The Regional Council looks
forward to continuing the collaborative approach with partner agencies when developing
this plan.
Amend Part 5: to clarify intent
to develop a more detailed implementation plan for the RPTP.
3.1.3 Bus
service changes
Many submitters suggested or
requested changes to specific bus services (routes, frequencies, operating times/days).
Recommendation:
The submission has been noted
and referred to the BOPRC public transport network planning team for
consideration in the next service review.
4. Recommended
changes to the Plan
The recommended changes to the RPTP in response to submissions
are shown in track changes in the attached Plan. These are summarised below.
Please note: due to time constraints there are a
number of amendments still in the process of being actioned. Notes have been
placed in the relevant sections of the RPTP highlighting the changes still to
be made.
Glossary
· Definition
of ‘mode shift’ added.
Foreword
· Updated to
reflect final Plan.
1.2.3
Reviewing the RPTP
· Wording
updated to reflect final Plan.
1.3
Developing this RPTP
· To
be updated with summary of public consultation.
2.1.1
Relationship between plans
· Figure 2
revised to clarify He Mauri Ohooho is the region’s Maori Economic
Development Strategy.
2.2
Funding
· To be
updated with forecast public transport operational funding and $ amounts.
2.3.1
Regional context for challenges and opportunities
· To be
updated with patronage figures to end of June 2022.
2.3.2
Challenge 1 - Achieving mode shift
· Text added
highlighting the affordability challenge of providing increased investment in
public transport infrastructure and services for local authorities.
2.3.3
Challenge 2 – Meeting the access needs of smaller urban centres and...
· Added
‘reliable’ to the description
2.3.4
Challenge 3 - Climate change and reducing emissions
· Added pie
chart of Tauranga City greenhouse gas emissions.
· Note
revised to clarify the RPTP may require a variation once the implications of
new targets in the national Emissions Reduction Plan are understood.
2.3.5
Opportunity 1 – Transforming our urban public transport networks...
· Modified
reference to read ‘main urban public transport networks’.
2.3.7 Opportunity
3 - Delivering interventions to create a competitive...
· Modified
reference to read ‘main urban centres’.
2.4.3 Rotorua
· Section
to be updated with reference to final recommended network for Rotorua once
confirmed.
2.5.3 Summary
of recent developments
· Table
updated to noted Regional Tertiary/Commuter Services Trial has been extended to
December 2023.
3.1
Vision
· Vision
statement revised to include reference to ‘regional connectivity’.
3.2
Objectives
· Note revised
to clarify the RPTP may require a variation once the implications of new
targets in the national Emissions Reduction Plan are understood.
· References
added footnotes to clarify source of information for targets where baselines
have been noted.
3.2.2 Objective 2: Service planning and design
· The word
‘all’ added to objective statement to increase the emphasis on
inclusive and equality of access to public transport for all.
4.1.1 Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty
· Figure 14
(Map) to be updated with latest information on intensification areas.
4.1.2 Rotorua
· To
be updated with patronage figures to end of June 2022.
· Section
to be updated with reference to final recommended network for Rotorua once
confirmed.
4.1.3 Eastern
Bay of Plenty
· Updated
Eastern Bay of Plenty summary to clarify distinction between shorter and
longer term strategy.
· To be
updated with patronage figures to end of June 2022.
4.1.4 Regional services
· Replaced
reference to ‘grant’ with ‘funding contribution’.
· Added
reference to intra-regional travel for medical and health services.
Policy
1.3 Travel demand management
· Amended to
refer to programmes rather than strategies, and development in partnership with
territorial authorities.
Policy
2.1 Service planning principles
· Policy
principle to be added setting direction to support a sustainable public
transport workforce and service provision.
Policy 2.5 Community services
· Policy
wording revised to provide further definition of intent.
Actions – Service planning and design
· Action to
be added to support a sustainable public transport workforce and service
provision.
Policy 3.1 Contract units
· Contract
information on school contracts to be reviewed and updated as necessary.
Actions – Service and infrastructure delivery
· Two actions
added:
o Undertake a technical review
of contract units to ensure they provide an optimal mix of unit sizes and
operators in the region to deliver high quality services.
o Work with operators to ensure
that there are sufficient drivers to deliver contracted levels of service.
Actions – Public transport and land use integration
· Added action
to:
o Review the provision of public
transport services and infrastructure against areas in the region identified
for medium and high density residential living under the Resource Management
Act – Enabling Housing Supply Amendment Act by August 2023.
Part
5: Implementation, monitoring and review
· Part 5
updated to include reference to the development of an implementation for the
policies and actions in the RPTP, which will establish timeframes for delivery,
while taking into account available resources.
5.3
Performance measures
· Updated to
include reference to mode share to be consistent with the targets identified in
3.2.
Appendix
A: Policy Context
· To be
updated to include reference to the following central government documents:
o Hīkina te Kohupara
– Kia mauri ora ai te iwi Transport Emissions: Pathways to Net Zero by
2050
o Ināia tonu nei: a low
emissions future for Aotearoa
o Toitū Te Taiao - Our
Sustainability Action Plan
5. Considerations
5.1 Risks
and Mitigations
Development of a final Regional
Public Transport Plan 2022-2032 is at a critical stage, and timeframes are
tight. There continues to be a risk in delivering the final RPTP by the end of
the current triennium.
5.2 Climate
Change
Public
transport contributes to reduced GHG emissions because many people in one
vehicle produce less emissions than the same number of people in several cars.
GHG emissions are reduced further when the public transport trip is in a zero
emission vehicle.
The Government
has announced its plans to decarbonise the public transport bus fleet. The
Government’s commitment is to:
• require
only zero-emission public transport buses to be purchased by 2025; and
• target
the decarbonisation of the public transport bus fleet by 2035.
The Regional
Council is undertaking a bus fleet decarbonisation feasibility study to
understand the opportunities and constraints of increasing the size of the
zero-emission fleet as bus service contracts are renewed and achieving a fully
emissions free public transport bus fleet by 2035.
The recommended
RPTP features a significant focus on climate change and emissions reduction
5.3 Implications
for Māori
Public transport has positive
effects for Māori through improved accessibility and choice of transport
options. This enables Māori to have better access to essential services
and opportunities, including employment, education and health care both within
major urban centres and between smaller settlements and larger centres.
The project team includes Māori
Policy expertise, and engaging with Māori has been an important part of
the consultation process. The recommended RPTP features policies and actions
that support partnerships with Māori and the potential for co-designing
solutions that meet their access needs.
5.4 Community
Engagement
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CONSULT
Whakauiuia
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To obtain input or feedback from affected communities
about our analysis, alternatives, and /or proposed decisions.
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Public consultation took place
between 4 – 29 July 2022. The consultation process was consistent with
s82 of the Local Government Act, and consultation requirements under the Land
Transport Management Act 2003 (LTMA).
5.5 Financial
Implications
If the recommendation is adopted by Council,
will it result in:
- Unbudgeted work during the current financial
year?
- Unbudgeted work for any of the years remaining
in the current Long Term Plan?
If the answer is ‘no’ to
both questions please select the dropdown option 1 and complete appropriately.
If the answer is ‘yes’ to either
question please select “Budget Implications” in the building block
below and liaise with your Management Accountant in order to complete the
Financial Impact table.
There are no
material unbudgeted financial implications and this fits within the allocated
budget.
Development or review of the
RPTP must take into account the public transport funding likely to be available
in the region and this has shaped the strategic direction in the Plan.
6. Next
Steps
Next Steps: What next? What resources are
needed? Further analysis? Timeframes ahead. Any consultation planned. Remind
Council of the process ahead. Next update to Council?
Conclusion: Short concluding remarks. Referring
back to recommendations. No new content.
6.1 Adoption
Adoption of the RPTP is a two-step process:
· The Public
Transport Committee (PTC) will consider the Hearings Subcommittee’s
recommendations on the draft RPTP at its meeting on 22 September and make a
recommendation on adopting the RPTP to the Regional Council.
· The Regional
Council will then make a decision on adopting the final RPTP at its meeting on
29 September.
Attachments
Attachment 1 - Bay of Plenty Regional Public Transport Plan
2022-2032 - Staff Recommendations (By Section) ⇩
Attachment 2 - Bay of Plenty Regional Public Transport Plan
2022-2032 - Staff Recommendations (By Submitter) ⇩
Attachment 3 - DRAFT Bay of Plenty Regional Public Transport Plan
2022-2032 STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS ⇩
