configuration stocked at the operational peak stocking density (35 kg/m2) and with exhaust via horizontal vents; (c) stocking of Sheds 1 and 2 at the rate allowed under permitted activity Rule 51 of the Taranaki Regional Air Plan (total of 30,000 birds) with exhaust via horizontal vents; and page 2200818 | 6738310v1 page 2 (d) stocking of Sheds 1 and 2 at permitted activity rate (total of 30,000 birds) with exhaust via vertical 7m high chimney vents (as
Typically, the composting process occurs in two phases. The first “composting” phase is signified by high temperatures and rapid decomposition. Generally, time- temperature requirements are met within the first month or so in order to destroy pathogens. Composting is generally completed within six weeks. 46. The second “curing” phase is signified by lower temperatures and a slower rate of decomposition. Curing creates ‘mature’ compost that can be applied to soils without causing adverse
south where the sedimentary rock is softer than that of the laharic material of the ring plain coast. High erosion rates combined with areas of soft sediment have resulted in a highly irregular coastline with numerous small embayments. Erosion also results in the formation of coastal stacks, small islands, caves and arches (for example around Tongaporutu, Onaero and Waverley). Small sedimentary reefs exist within some intertidal areas although these are not overly obvious. The
south where the sedimentary rock is softer than that of the laharic material of the ring plain coast. High erosion rates combined with areas of soft sediment have resulted in a highly irregular coastline with numerous small embayments. Erosion also results in the formation of coastal stacks, small islands, caves and arches (for example around Tongaporutu, Onaero and Waverley). Small sedimentary reefs exist within some intertidal areas although these are not overly obvious. The
the various details of the performance and extent of compliance by the Company, this report also assigns them a rating for their environmental and administrative performance during the period under review. Environmental performance is concerned with actual or likely effects on the receiving environment from the activities during the monitoring year. Administrative performance is concerned with the Company’s approach to demonstrating consent compliance in site operations and management
page 6 Condition 1 sets maximum abstraction rates under normal and emergency conditions. Condition 2 defines three take location alternatives. Condition 3 limits the duration of abstraction for emergency or other purposes. Condition 4 relates to best practicable option. Conditions 5 to 10 relate to water metering and provision of records. Condition 11 addresses intake screening for fish protection. Condition 12 requires financial contribution to Council for
achieving sustainable development of the region’s resources. 1.1.4 Evaluation of environmental and administrative performance Besides discussing the various details of the performance and extent of compliance by the consent holders during the period under review, this report also assigns a rating as to each Company’s environmental and administrative performance. Environmental performance is concerned with actual or likely effects on the receiving environment from the activities during
Ordinary Council meeting agenda February 2020
and enhanced. THE BOTTOM LINE The Council finished the 2017/2018 year with a surplus of $962,000 (total comprehensive income). Total expenditure was $26.6m. Overall it was a good result, noting that the general rates increases have been at or below the rate of inflation for the past few years (a 1% general rates increase in 2017/2018). The Council’s balance sheet remains very strong, with no public debt. All of the achievements outlined here would not
Potential significant changes in direction that are not planned. These could result from changes in the Council’s mandated functions, structure or leadership. Potential changes to dividend returns from Port Taranaki Ltd. Dividends are budgeted to account for about 15% of the Council’s total revenue. Changes could impact positively or negatively on rates. Estimates for future dividends are conservative and the Council works closely Low rates increases - Average 1.3% for past