Ōtaki New Ōtaki water main to improve fire protection

Work to install a new ‘fire loop’ watermain along Riverbank Rd in Ōtaki is about to begin.

A ‘fire loop’ is a water line specifically for the provision of fire protection. This project will improve water supply to the township’s industrial zone in the event of a fire emergency, and support any future growth.

The project will be done in two stages, beginning next week. Stage one includes installing 750m of new pipe on Riverbank Rd. This work is set to be completed by the end of August 2023. Stage two will see 1000m of new pipe installed on Aotaki St and the existing watermain on Mill Rd extended by 230m. This work is set to be completed by the end of 2023.

Pipes will be laid within the road and berm area after a trench has been dug. Traffic management will be in place and detours might be necessary at times. Hours of work will be 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday.

When the new pipe is installed we’ll shut down the water supply in some areas to connect it to the existing network. We’ll let affected people know before any water outage.

Funding for great climate projects

Have you got a great idea for climate action that will benefit our district?

We’ve allocated $200,000 over two years to support local climate action initiatives. Applications for year one of our new Climate Action Grants, totalling $100,000, open on 22 May.

These grants are for community-led projects and initiatives to reduce emissions, create a culture of climate change action, and improve community resilience. Visit Kapiticoast.govt.nz/ ClimateActionGrants for more info and to apply.

Nominate a legend for a Good Sorts Award

We’ve renamed our Civic Awards to the Kāpiti Good Sorts Awards – and nominations for 2023 are now open!

Based on public nominations, Council gives awards for exemplary service or leadership for their community.

Kāpiti Good Sorts Awards are awarded to individuals and groups who lead by example to support and serve our communities, enhance the wellbeing of vulnerable people in our community, and create new ways to help our communities be safe, healthy, thriving, and connected.

Visit kapiticoast.govt.nz/goodsorts to learn more and nominate someone special.

A Speed Management Plan for Kāpiti

Speed management in New Zealand is changing, with a focus on better aligning speed limits with the form and function of a road.

The Land Transport Rule: Setting of Speed Limits 2022 requires all road controlling authorities to develop Speed Management Plans, and consultation on ours is now open.

It includes a three year plan for high benefit areas, and some proposals for the longer term.

So, check it out and have your say setting speed limits on Kāpiti roads for the coming years.

Consultation closes on 9 June, 2023. Visit kapiticoast.govt.nz/speed to learn more and have your say.