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Consultation has concluded
Since the old library closed, we’ve been investigating how to deliver a modern, sustainable, accessible community facility for Waikanae.
We’ve had advice from a range of specialists. We’ve tested a lot of thinking along the way with our community advisory group, the Waikanae Community Board, mana whenua and others.
Modern libraries are changing; they’re more of a community hub offering a wide range of activities and experiences. They connect, strengthen, inspire, and activate their communities.
We have a unique opportunity to re-imagine what a new facility could offer our changing community.
We’ve looked at options and limitations around a physical space, taking into account what property Council already owns, and the possible impacts of purchasing more.
We’ve also taken into account:
previous engagement that told us the new facility must be in Mahara Place
to service the predicted 2051 Waikanae population of 24,500, the optimal size for the facility is estimated to be around 2,400m2 square metres
the need to minimise further disruption on businesses and the community in Mahara Place, which has already endured several years of construction
avoiding replicating services that are, or could be, delivered by other providers.
Please take the time to find out about the topic, then let us know what’s really important to you.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us!
Ways people had their say online
The project objectives describe what the new facility aims to deliver for our community. We had seven idea boards that reflect each of these objectives; these boards will form what services we bring into the new library.
You can view the feedback from these boards below (these always include all feedback that was gathered at our physical hub locations:
A survey was conducted, so we could gather your feedback on the three options that were being considered for the new facility; each has its own pros and cons.
Option 1
Refurbish and extend the former library
Option 2
Refurbish both former and pop-up library buildings
Option 3
Refurbish both buildings and extend former library
Meets project objectives
Partially
Yes
Yes
Size*
1302 m2
Refurbish old library (884m2)
and
Refurbish pop-up library (1134m2)
TOTAL = 2018 m2
Refurbish and extend old library (1302 m2)
and
Refurbish pop-up library (1134m2)
TOTAL = 2436 m2
Description
Building is 110% earthquake strength. Can be re-roofed and modified internally. There is space behind the building to extend it, giving 200m2 more space over two floors = 400m2
The pop-up library building requires earthquake strengthening, new windows, and a new roof. Can be refurbished and modified internally.
Combines parts of option 1 and 2. It could be staged over several years for affordability or to match population growth.
Cost estimate as at May 2023
$12.6 million
$17.4 million
$22.7 million
Estimated additional annual operating cost
$150,000
$440,000
$480,000
Funding impact
Within existing budget allowance. No impact on rates
Approx. 1% increase on rates for the whole district over the life of the facility (50 years)
Approx. 1% increase on rates for the whole district over the life of the facility (50 years)
Complexity and time
Low difficulty, estimated 1 to 2 years
Medium difficulty, staged over 2 to 4 years or longer
Medium difficulty, staged over 2 to 4 years or longer
Impacts
Library remains in the pop-up space while former library is refurbished. Builders can access site from back carpark so minimal construction impact on Mahara Place
Staged build – library remains in the pop-up space while former library is refurbished. Then locate community hub in refurbished building while, the pop-up space library space is strengthened and renovated. Some impact on Mahara Place while second building renovated.
Similar to option 2.
*Size - Investigations conclude the optimal size for the new facility in 2050 is 2400m2
Since the old library closed, we’ve been investigating how to deliver a modern, sustainable, accessible community facility for Waikanae.
We’ve had advice from a range of specialists. We’ve tested a lot of thinking along the way with our community advisory group, the Waikanae Community Board, mana whenua and others.
Modern libraries are changing; they’re more of a community hub offering a wide range of activities and experiences. They connect, strengthen, inspire, and activate their communities.
We have a unique opportunity to re-imagine what a new facility could offer our changing community.
We’ve looked at options and limitations around a physical space, taking into account what property Council already owns, and the possible impacts of purchasing more.
We’ve also taken into account:
previous engagement that told us the new facility must be in Mahara Place
to service the predicted 2051 Waikanae population of 24,500, the optimal size for the facility is estimated to be around 2,400m2 square metres
the need to minimise further disruption on businesses and the community in Mahara Place, which has already endured several years of construction
avoiding replicating services that are, or could be, delivered by other providers.
Please take the time to find out about the topic, then let us know what’s really important to you.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us!
Ways people had their say online
The project objectives describe what the new facility aims to deliver for our community. We had seven idea boards that reflect each of these objectives; these boards will form what services we bring into the new library.
You can view the feedback from these boards below (these always include all feedback that was gathered at our physical hub locations:
A survey was conducted, so we could gather your feedback on the three options that were being considered for the new facility; each has its own pros and cons.
Option 1
Refurbish and extend the former library
Option 2
Refurbish both former and pop-up library buildings
Option 3
Refurbish both buildings and extend former library
Meets project objectives
Partially
Yes
Yes
Size*
1302 m2
Refurbish old library (884m2)
and
Refurbish pop-up library (1134m2)
TOTAL = 2018 m2
Refurbish and extend old library (1302 m2)
and
Refurbish pop-up library (1134m2)
TOTAL = 2436 m2
Description
Building is 110% earthquake strength. Can be re-roofed and modified internally. There is space behind the building to extend it, giving 200m2 more space over two floors = 400m2
The pop-up library building requires earthquake strengthening, new windows, and a new roof. Can be refurbished and modified internally.
Combines parts of option 1 and 2. It could be staged over several years for affordability or to match population growth.
Cost estimate as at May 2023
$12.6 million
$17.4 million
$22.7 million
Estimated additional annual operating cost
$150,000
$440,000
$480,000
Funding impact
Within existing budget allowance. No impact on rates
Approx. 1% increase on rates for the whole district over the life of the facility (50 years)
Approx. 1% increase on rates for the whole district over the life of the facility (50 years)
Complexity and time
Low difficulty, estimated 1 to 2 years
Medium difficulty, staged over 2 to 4 years or longer
Medium difficulty, staged over 2 to 4 years or longer
Impacts
Library remains in the pop-up space while former library is refurbished. Builders can access site from back carpark so minimal construction impact on Mahara Place
Staged build – library remains in the pop-up space while former library is refurbished. Then locate community hub in refurbished building while, the pop-up space library space is strengthened and renovated. Some impact on Mahara Place while second building renovated.
Similar to option 2.
*Size - Investigations conclude the optimal size for the new facility in 2050 is 2400m2
