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We asked HLC for more clarity about this proposal so members can be better informed about the background before we meet at the AGM next week.
Here’s their reply:
“HLC and AT (Auckland Transport) have been in discussions over the last few months regarding weekend ferry services. AT has advised that while there currently isn’t any budget available to provide a weekend ferry service, it is definitely a service AT wishes to provide in future. HLC and AT have been working together to explore mechanisms for bringing this service forward, and trial funding through NZTA (NZ Transport Agency) provides the best opportunity for this.
This NZTA trial funding will cover 50% of the cost of the service not met by ticket fares. In conjunction with AT, HLC have run some high level feasibilities that would see up to 13 return ferry trips over the weekend. AT has confirmed that the cost of this is $600,000 per year. Fare recovery has been estimated as $100,000, leaving a $500,000 shortfall to be funded. NZTA would fund 50% of this shortfall, being $250,000. That leaves $250,000 unfunded. HLC has agreed to contribute a third of the shortfall, and is seeking $50,000 from the Residents Society. HLC is also engaging with builder partners and local businesses at Catalina Bay to contribute the remaining amount.
The amount of money raised will determine the final number of possible weekend sailings.”
As it’s a considerable sum, the committee decided to bring the proposal to the AGM. While we are seeking an expression of support from members, the final decision will depend on an assessment of the business plan. |
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