Tauranga City Council is reporting its water quality test results at Memorial Park are all clear following a blockage and sewer overflow on Thursday.
Water quality testing following an overflow event takes a minimum of 18 hours to complete as samples must be left to develop before accurate results can be read.
The results show the area is safe again following the minor overflow.

This information from Tauranga City Council weekly bulletin for the week beginning Monday, November 15, published below.

City Waters

Water Supply

• The issues associated with bringing the Cambridge #2 reservoir back online (that resulted in discoloured water affecting areas in the Judea, Otumoetai and Matua during last week) have now been investigated. Extensive flushing was carried out at the time discolouration occurred and the reticulation was back to normal by late afternoon the same day. The reservoir is still empty and it is envisioned it will be brought back online early next week.
• Inspections and maintenance have been completed on the Cambridge Road and Kaitemako Road Reservoirs. Due to the issues noted above, both Cambridge #2 and Kaitemako reservoirs are being kept offline.
• Due to a PRV malfunction, properties in the Pyes Pa area experienced low pressure on Wednesday afternoon/Thursday morning.
• City Waters staff are keeping a close eye on reservoir levels due to seasonal increases in water usage.

Drainage

• Some good news to report on the stolen street sumps from last week: a local scrap metal recycler phoned police to advise they had all the sumps grates and also the details of the people who dropped them off. The police are now following up on the details provided by the scrap dealer. A total of 22 street sump grates were recovered.

Waiari Water Supply Project:

• Design of the access road to the intake and the design of the intake is being done at present.

Inflow Reduction Programme

• Follow up inspections are continuing in areas already visited.

City Projects

• The existing hall at Grenada Park will be farewelled by the Arataki Sports Club from midday on Saturday, November 13 with kapahaka, memorial rugby games, sausage sizzle and more.
• Construction of the indoor sports and exhibition centre is making impressive progress. You can watch a time-lapse of the build and see an up to date webcam at www.tauranga.govt.nz (under Council Projects).
• Work on the Wairakei pathway is progressing well. The entire 1km alignment of the pathway has been formed and most has had base course placed. Final compacting, shaping and trimming should be complete by next week.
• The 37 waterfront car parks closest to the harbour in the Northern Strand Reclamation car park are being removed this month. The area will get a quick makeover to make it more accessible and attractive for walking and cycling. New public seating will be installed. The occupancy level for these car parks is extremely low. The removal of these car parks has been discussed with Mainstreet and attendees of the Waterfront Open days on the Kestrel.
• The following items are about to be advertised in the Bay of Plenty Times as part of the statutory consultancy process required before submitting a formal report to council in the new year.

Proposed Roading actions under the Local Government Act 1974 and the Reserves Act 1977:

- Ashley Place, Papamoa - reallocate areas of Road Reserve to legal road, segregation and amenity reserves as well as road to be considered for stopping and sale.

- Mansfield Street, Hairini - proposal to stop and sell the Road Reserve with a possible exchange for land required for storm water control.

- McLaren Falls Park - reclassify land under the Reserves Act from water power development to recreation to reflect the prime use as a Park.

- Whareroa Reserve - land exchange with Marae Trustees, reported to council on 17 August 2010 (DC 274), formal advertising is to now be completed.

Parks and Leisure

• Weed control work on the Mauao bluffs will mean that at times the Oruahine or the Waikorire track will be closed. Base track maintenance is also being carried out.
• Willow & Honeysuckle weed eradication has been scheduled for around the York Park area.
• Revegetation enhancement works will start on Takitimu Drive next week.
• A letter is being sent out to CBD businesses and residents around 1st Avenue to get their feedback about options for removing or topping an English Elm tree at the harbour end of Elizabeth Street. Council asked staff to consult with the community in response to a petition from some residents who have asked that the tree be either topped or removed.
• Letters area going to a wide area surrounding Wells Avenue Reserve, asking for feedback about different playground options for the reserve. There is an option to install outdoor exercise equipment instead of, or as well as, a playground.

Transportation

• SH2 Bethlehem Township Improvements: The new signalised pedestrian crossing will be commissioned this week. Minor finishing work will continue until the end of November. Lane closures may be in place during off peak times. Please take care when travelling through the site.
• Tara Road: Work to construct a new roundabout at the intersection of Doncaster Drive and Tara Road is underway. Initial work includes tree felling, fencing and clearing the site in preparation for earthworks. A stormwater storage pond will also be formed next to the new roundabout. The majority of the work is being done off the road and there will only be minimal disruption to road users.
• Maleme Street: Southern Pipeline pipe laying work progresses up Maleme Street towards Oropi Road. Two-way traffic will be maintained. There will be some disruption to parking on Maleme Street, and some minor disruption to access to business vehicle entrances.
• Streetlight Upgrades: Street lights in the following streets will be upgraded over the next few months. Wylie Street, 11^th Avenue, Bush Street, Jones Street, Lynwood Place, Bennett Street, Russell Place, Lydbrook Place, Dysart Road, Tollemache Place, Lemon Grove Avenue, and Monmouth Street East. Work will be done off the road and disruption will be minimal.
• Annual Resealing Programme: Resealing work is currently underway on various streets around the city.
• Hull Road: Work continues on Hull Road/Totara Street roundabout, some work will be done at night to minimise disruption. Expect delays and use an alternative route if possible.
• Cameron Road / Munro Street: Work to upgrade this intersection is continuing. The work involves installing new traffic signals, cycle lanes, and improvements to the footpath and vehicle crossings as well as a new pedestrian crossing.
• Pyes Pa Bypass: Work is underway to complete the 4.2km Pyes Pa Bypass which will connect the SH29 roundabout near the tolled section of Takitimu Drive (Route K) to SH36 (near the crematorium). There may be some disruption to traffic when work begins to construct a new roundabout on SH36 in early 2011.
• Hairini Link Advanced Works: Work on NZTA's 15th Avenue and Fraser Street intersection improvements continues. Expect some lane closures and minor alignment shifts. Please take care when travelling through the site or chose an alternative route.
• SH2 Watermain Relocation: Work to relocate the watermain alongside SH2 is continuing between Mangatawa Lane and Domain Road. Work is currently at Domain Road and Mangatawa. Shoulder closures and lane diversions are in place. Motorists are advised to take care when driving through the area.
• Gravatt Road / Domain Road Intersection: Work to upgrade this intersection is continuing. Expect delays during peak traffic and allow extra travelling time. Pedestrians are asked to follow the temporary signs around the work site.
• Tauriko Slip Repairs: Essential slip repairs continue on SH29 at Tauriko. Most of the work is being done on the shoulder of the road. Traffic management and a temporary speed restriction are in place. Please take care when driving through the area.
• Vale Street Stormwater Project: The last phase of the reconstruction of Vale Street, between Hinewa Road and Landscape Road, is nearing completion. Please pay attention to signs and take care when driving in the area.
• Downtown Tauranga: Bayhopper buses into and out of the city centre are free on Saturdays in November. The city's two parking buildings are also free on Saturdays in November.
• Parking Building $1 Mondays: Park in either of the city's parking buildings on a Monday for up to three hours and pay no more than $1.
• Rouke K: In October 2010 a daily average of 4,355 vehicles used Route K. This is an increase of 21 per cent or 740 vehicles compared to October 2009.

Venues & Events

Baycourt Community and Arts Centre

• Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 November - Tauranga Tap Competitions at Baycourt Centennial Theatre
• Monday 15 November - INFUSE Fashion Show and Graphic Exhibition - Presented by BOP Polytech at Baycourt Centennial Theatre
• Wednesday 17 November - Jimeon, Something Smells Funny - Presented by A-List Entertainment at Baycourt Centennial Theatre
• Friday 19 November - Peter Powers - at Baycourt Centennial Theatre
• Friday 19 - Sunday 21 November (10am - 4pm daily)- Bethlehem Pottery Club Annual Exhibition - Baycourt Exhibition Space
• Sunday 21 November (1.30pm) - The Wurlitzer Organ and Steinway show at Baycourt Centennial Theatre

Democracy

Council – Wednesday 17 November at 1.00pm

• Arataki Community Centre – Developed Design Approval
• Governance Structure
• Appointment of Elected Members to Committees
• Appointment of Chairs and Deputy Chairs
• Appointment of External Representatives on Council Committees and Projects Steering Groups
• Adoption of Standing Orders 2010
• Elected Members' Code of Conduct 2010-2013
• Decisions made by the Acting Chief Executive during the Hiatus Period