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Mayor meets community and key stakeholders on Ports debate

Mayor meets community and key stakeholders on Ports debate

The Mayor today met with representatives of Ports of Auckland, key stakeholders and interested community groups to discuss the ports debate.

“The first step to resolving this debate is getting all the relevant parties around the same table,” says Len Brown.

“It is critical we all work together to strike a balance that is in the best interests of Auckland and after today’s meeting I can see we are all prepared to do just that.”

The Mayor met with Sir Stephen Tindall, Andy Anderson and Steve Mair of the Auckland Yachting and Boating Association, Julie Stout of Urban Auckland lobby group and representatives of the Ports of Auckland (Graeme Hawkins, Alistair Kirk, Liz Coutts).

In addition, the Mayor has directed the council to begin work early on a major study of the economic, environmental and social impacts of the various options for the port.

Originally intended to start at the end of the Unitary Plan process mid-2016, first steps are now underway for the study.

“We are currently working to put together the best process, so we can carry out the study thoroughly and thoughtfully with a wide range of Auckland voices taking part. And we will be keeping Aucklanders updated about its progress.

“This is the opportunity to have the most informed discussion yet about the role of Auckland’s port.”

The terms of reference for the study will be developed in consultation with councillors and wider community stakeholders.

Alongside this, councillors are continuing to debate and shape the rules that will govern any future applications by the Ports to expand, a process that will conclude towards the end of next year.

ENDS


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