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Environment Canterbury (ECan) and the Christchurch City Council currently have draft Long Term Plans for the 2018 to 2028 period open for public feedback. These plans are reviewed every three years, and set out the what, when, and how, of planned spending.

The ECan plan is notable for the proposal in the public transport section to axe six Christchurch bus routes. The consultation document also outlines revenue and finance policies, and plans including freshwater management and air quality.

The City Council is asking for feedback on spending priorities, and the consultation document includes details on the Council’s financial strategy as well as the infrastructure strategy. Down in the detail, the plan also proposes to give Community Boards more say in prioritising intersection upgrades (the Harewood/Breens/Gardiners intersection gets a specific mention).

Feedback on ECan’s plan can be given until 26 March 2018. You can find consultation information and a link to make a submission on ECan’s website, and more detail specifically on the bus route options on the Metro website.

The City Council plan is open for feedback until 13 April 2018. The online feedback form and a link to the consultation documents is in the ‘have your say’ section of the Council website. All the draft documents and additional underlying/background documents can be found here.

Happy New Year! Here’s a look back at some of the news and events covered by Think Papanui during 2017:

For computer users who aren’t on Facebook, Think Papanui’s content can also be found at http://thinkpapanui.nz/. The website has a searchable archive of posts, and you can sign up to receive a weekly email digest of content that has appeared on the page.

Think Papanui launched in 2016 to promote community engagement with local government, focusing on the Papanui ward in Christchurch. The Facebook Page has clocked up 1,000 page likes and as a small gesture of thanks one lucky person will receive a gift generously donated by Joe’s Garage.

Consultation outcome: if you are interested in the Cranford Regeneration Plan, you can view a revised plan and other supporting documents on the City Council website at https://www.ccc.govt.nz/the-council/consultations-and-submissions/haveyoursay/show/10. Documents include a summary of key issues and a full listing of comments received & staff responses.