Draft Long Term Plan 2012-2022 - Hurunui District Council

www.hurunui.govt.nzServiceRelevant CommunityOutcomesRelevant Issues &ConstraintsWho benefits, andover what periodFuture Funding & SustainabilityCommunity Servicesand Facilities - HurunuiYouth and CommunityDevelopmentProgrammesThe Council’s fundingof community serviceprogrammes contributes tothe Hurunui district being:A desirable and safe placeto live:• We have attractive welldesigned townships• Communities have accessto adequate health andemergency services andsystems and resourcesare available to meet civildefence emergencies• Risks to public healthare identified andappropriately managedA place where ourtraditional rural values andheritage make Hurunuiunique:• People have a rangeof opportunities toparticipate in leisure andculture activities• Our historic and culturalheritage is protected forfuture generationsThe programmes deliveredby council are oftendependent on externalfunding. If funded via Councilrates, their continuationis very dependent onthe community activelysupporting the programmes.Long term continuation cannot be guaranteed.100% benefit to thepeople in the districtthrough strengtheningcommunities ability tofind local solutions andstrengthening the skillsand development of youth.There are no capitalcosts, and benefits fromoperational costs accrueat the time of expenditure.Operating Costs:• Youth is funded via District rate or thermalreserve surplus.• Community development programme is100% funded via government grant.Sustainability:• Both programmes are not likely to besustainable into the future as they aredependent on external funding whichhas finite dates, or funding via rates. Theprogrammes are designed to suit today’sissues and not necessarily the right fit infuture years. They are very dependent onpublic support and results being produced.232