Strong response to Draft Transition Recovery Plan

The Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority (CERA) has started analysing more than 2500 written comments received on the transition of recovery arrangements in greater Christchurch.

The Recovery Plan sets out Government decisions on certain recovery functions, and proposals for arrangements in the next phase of the recovery of greater Christchurch.

“It is pleasing to see this level of response from the public on what is essentially a discussion about the future of Christchurch,” says CERA Acting Chief Executive John Ombler.

As well as written comments sent through the post, comments have been received via the CERA website, email and social media.

Mr Ombler says the majority of the submissions came in a templated form set up by an independent community group. “This made it simpler for a large group of people to take part and we welcome their contribution.”

Once the responses are analysed, advice will be given to the Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority. The Minister will then decide whether to make any changes to proposals in this Draft Plan. The final Transition Recovery Plan is expected to be released mid-September.

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