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11.2. Regional Land Transport Plan - Presentation

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Regional Land Transport Plan - Presentation

Section: Strategic Planning Prepared by: Sally McIntosh - Policy Planner Meeting Date: 5 March 2020 Legal: No Financial: No Significance: Low

Report to REGIONAL TRANSPORT Committee for information

PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to provide the Regional Transport Committee with an introduction to the Regional Land Transport Plan strategic context and framework.

SUMMARY

Under the Land Transport Management Act 2003, Council must prepare a Regional Land Transport Plan (RLTP) every six years (and review it every three years). The next RLTP is for 2021-2031. Our adopted RLTP must be forwarded to Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency in April 2021 to be considered for the 2021-2024 National Land Transport Programme (NLTP). Our Regional Public Transport Plan must also be reviewed at the same time. An introduction to the RLTP project was provided to the November 2019 Regional Transport Committee meeting (19-383). The high-level timeline for the RLTP development has been updated and refined (Attachment 1). This report and the corresponding presentation will provide more detail of the RLTP process and start to look at the strategic context for regional transport. The next step will be a workshop (April) to develop the draft strategic framework and investment priorities for the RLTP. The decisions or matters in this report are considered to be of Low significance in accordance with the Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

RECOMMENDATIONS

That the Regional Transport Committee: 1. Notes the contents of this report.

Authorised by: Keita Kohere - Director Transformation & Relationships

Keywords: Regional Land Transport Plan strategic context

Regional Transport Committee 5 March 2020 2 of 8 BACKGROUND

1. An introduction to the RLTP project was provided to the November 2019 Regional Transport Committee meeting (19-383). The high-level timeline for the RLTP development has been updated and refined (Attachment 1). 2. Under the Land Transport Management Act (LTMA - Part 2, s13), regional transport committees, on behalf of the regional council, must prepare a Regional Land Transport Plan (RLTP) every six years and review it every three years. The next RLTP round is 2021–2031. A Regional Public Transport Plan must also be developed at the same time. 3. The RLTP sets out the strategic direction for land transport in the region, identifies the regional priorities for the next ten years, and outlines the proposed land transport activities for the next six years. 4. The RLTP is also the gateway for accessing funding from the National Land Transport Fund (NLTF). All projects that will require NLTF funding must be included. 5. The diagram below illustrates how the RLTP fits into the transport strategic planning framework.

DISCUSSION and OPTIONS

RLTP guidance and framework 6. Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (the Transport Agency) have released guidance and templates for developing regional land transport plans. The guidance material has been developed with input from the Transport Special Interest Group (TSIG) with the aim of making the content and process more consistent across the regions. 7. The RLTP framework developed by the Transport Agency and TSIG is presented in the table below. The presentation will discuss the Strategic Context and the Strategic Framework sections.

Regional Transport Committee 5 March 2020 3 of 8 Strategic context Current state, future scenarios & policy context Strategic framework 30 year strategy for the region - reflects regional community’s aspiration for future transport network and framed by Ministry of Transport long term

• utcomes (Transport Outcomes Framework)

Transport investment priorities 10 year outlook - consistent with Government Policy Statement investment

• priorities. Uses NZTA business case approach to identify most urgent and

significant problems & challenges. Programme 3-6 year programme of activities - “funding bid” from region to NLTP Monitoring framework & appendices Outline of plan development, significance policy, assessment of compliance

Strategic context 8. The strategic context will set out where we are now under the headings; our region, our people, our transport system and future scenarios and opportunities. 9. There has been a lot of work completed recently by Council and the Tranport Agency that sets out the strategic context for Tairāwhiti including: a) Spatial Plan – Tairāwhiti 2050 b) Connecting Tairāwhiti Programme Business Case c) Arataki – Gisborne Regional Summary d) Gisborne Environmental Scan.

• 10. A brief summary of the strategic context areas will be presented.

Strategic framework

• 11. In line with the guidance from the Agency, the strategic framework of the RLTP will include our

vision, strategic objectives, headline targets and policies, as illustrated below.

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• 12. The strategic objectives should be aligned to MoT’s Transport Outcomes Framework. The

presentation will look at each outcome and discuss the implications for our region. A brief summary

• f the key issues for each outcome is presented below.
• 13. The next step will be a workshop in April to draft the Strategic Framework.

Outcome Issues Healthy and safe people  Gisborne had 2.5% of national deaths and serious injuries in 2017/18 but only 1% of the population – high personal risk  Unforgiving terrain – extensive sections of winding and narrow roads  Poor driver behaviour – risk takers  Older vehicle fleet  Limited access to licensing  Perceived safety risk of sharing narrow roads with heavy vehicles  Air quality – particularly poor around intersections and state highways  Perceived safety risk for active modes  Lack of data for active modes. Environmental sustainability  1% of national vehicle emissions  Air quality – particularly poor around intersections and state highways – dust and exhaust are both issues  Stormwater – urban water quality from impervious surface runoff – heavy metals  Consent for stormwater discharges required. Resilience and security  Difficult terrain – unstable and erodible soils  Existing rural local roads are primarily access roads and lack connectivity  Limited alternatives for SHs  Heavy reliance on roading connections – high impact from closures  Increased likelihood of severe weather, flooding and storm surges with climate change. Economic prosperity  Cost of roading in the region – more expensive than other areas  Ability to pay – demographic changes  City centre – large and lacks vibrancy  Rural townships – potential population declines  Population growth – maintaining compact urban areas while providing for growth  Regional economic growth slower than national growth. Inclusive access  Geographically isolated communities  Reliance on private vehicles – lack of alternative modes  Safety issues limiting active modes  Ageing population – changing needs  High levels of deprivation, households without cars and disability rates.

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• 14. The remaining sections of the template will be completed as we move through the RLTP process.

Staff are still working on a detailed project plan which will be presented at the April workshop.

ASSESSMENT of SIGNIFICANCE

Consideration of consistency with and impact on the Regional Land Transport Plan and its implementation Overall Process: Medium Significance This Report: Medium Significance Impacts on Council’s delivery of its Financial Strategy and Long Term Plan Overall Process: Medium Significance This Report: Low Significance Inconsistency with Council’s current strategy and policy Overall Process: Low Significance This Report: Low Significance The effects on all or a large part of the Gisborne district Overall Process: High Significance This Report: Low Significance The effects on individuals or specific communities Overall Process: High Significance This Report: Low Significance The level or history of public interest in the matter or issue Overall Process: Medium Significance This Report: Low Significance The decisions or matters in this report are considered to be of Low significance in accordance with Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy.

• 15. While this report is low significance, the RLTP process is significant. The RLTP is the primary

document guiding integrated land transport planning and investment for the region.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT.

• 16. No community engagement has been undertaken in relation to this report. The strategic context

discussion is based on Council’s spatial plan (Tairāwhiti 2050) which was developed with the support

• f extensive engagement.
• 17. Stakeholder engagement and formal community engagement is scheduled into the RLTP

development process.

TANGATA WHENUA/MAORI ENGAGEMENT

• 18. No engagement has been undertaken in relation to this report. The strategic context discussion is

based on Council’s spatial plan (Tairāwhiti 2050) which was developed with the support of extensive engagement.

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• 19. The Land Transport Management Act 2003 includes principles and requirements that are intended to

facilitate participation by Māori in land transport decision-making processes (sections 18, 18A, 18G, 18H and 100(1)(f).

• 20. A detailed engagement plan will be developed and presented as part of the RLTP development.

CLIMATE CHANGE – Impacts / Implications

• 21. Transport is a key contributor to regional emissions and is also a key risk area for climate-related

impacts.

• 22. Climate change implications, both mitigation and adaptation, will therefore be considered at all

stages of RLTP development.

CONSIDERATIONS

Financial/Budget

• 23. There are no financial implications in relation to this report. Financial considerations and budgets will

be considered later in the RLTP process when we come to programme development. Legal

• 24. There are no legal implications arising from this report.

POLICY and PLANNING IMPLICATIONS

• 25. The strategic context discussed in this report and presentation is based on previous policy work

including the Spatial Plan Tairāwhiti 2050, Connecting Tairāwhiti programme business case and Arataki.

• 26. The LTMA also requires that the RLTP be consistent with the Government Policy Statement on Land

Transport (GPS). Other relevant strategies and policies: a) Transport Outcomes Framework b) Road Safety Strategy – Road to Zero c) NZTA Investment Framework d) Long Term Plan e) Infrastructure Strategy f) Land Transport Activity Management Plan g) The RLTP must also take into account the NZ Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy.

Regional Transport Committee 5 March 2020 7 of 8 RISKS

• 27. Key risks for the RLTP project and mitigating actions are:

Risk Mitigation proposed Capacity of staff to complete within the required timeframes External resources have been procured to assist with project planning. A detailed action plan is being developed with the help

• f an experienced consultant.

Lack of alignment to the Long Term Plan programme. There is always some disconnect with the LTP due to the requirement for the RLTP to be submitted to the Agency before the LTP is finalised. Staff are working with the Journeys and Performance teams to ensure the process is as aligned as possible. The transport priorities from central government could

• change. The draft GPS has not been released yet.

There could also be a late change in priorities if there is a change in government following the election in September. The guidance from the Agency and TSIG use the higher-level Transport Outcomes Framework to develop RLTP objectives rather than the funding priorities that are subject to change.

NEXT STEPS

Date Action/Milestone Comments April 2020 Workshop to develop strategic framework and investment priorities. Not scheduled yet 4 June 2020 Present investment priorities and report on RLTP front end. RTC meeting July/Aug 2020 Workshop to discuss projects and programme prioritisation. Not scheduled yet 3 Sept 2020 RTC presented with strategic programme for sign-off. 3 Dec 2020 RTC sign off draft RLTP for consultation.

ATTACHMENTS

1. RLTP 2021 project timeframes [20-42.1 - 1 page]

A706346 Page 1

2021-2031 Regional Land Transport Plan (RLTP)

Planning and preparation Completion/decision Consultation MoT or NZTA project ▲ RTC meetings

• RTC workshops

To deliver the RLTP on time and meet legislative requirements ACTIONS/TASKS

2019 2020 2021 M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D

EVIDENCE BASE/STRATEGIC CONTEXT ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Internal review AMP, ITPP and NZTA strategic cases Review RLTP 2018 - project and KPI monitoring ▲ 5 Sept RTC NZTA Arataki and investment framework Spatial Plan development Strategic context/drivers workshop ▲ 5 March RTC Government Policy Statement (GPS) released Draft Final STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK Investment priorities workshop

• April workshop (tbc)

Review/confirm strategic framework (vision, objectives and investment priorities) ▲ 4 Jun RTC PROGRAMME DEVELOPMENT Work on projects and programme (activities for 3-6yrs) Projects and programme workshop

• August workshop (tbc)

Prepare Activity Management Plan Strategic programme sign-off ▲ 3 Sept RTC Long Term Plan budget estimates and prioritisation DRAFT & CONSULTATION Engagement plan developed DRAFT RLTP approved for consultation ▲ 3 Dec RTC Consultation summary/material Consultation period (4 weeks) Hearings and deliberation ▲ Mar RTC RLTP DOCUMENT RTC adoption ▲ March RTC Council adoption April Council Submit final RLTP to NZTA 30 April 2021 NZTA adopt NLTP 30 June 2021 Media and communications

Attachment 20-42.1

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