Catherine Stewart Tauranga City Councillor

The last council meeting for 2015 was held this week. The main topic of discussion was the proposed sale of Smiths Farm. More than 216 submissions were received during the consultation process.

Elected members have been out and about attending The Phoenix green space consultation, visiting a resident over a silver birch tree, Arataki Community Centre and tour of Baycourt Theatre.

Just to remind you: Consultation, regarding the proposed sale of a portion of land at the Historic Village, closes at the end of January 2016.

There is a lot on offer during the Christmas/New Year break including a New Year Eve's fireworks sausage sizzle and barbecue on The Strand. See the council website for further information.

There will be a council-supported 'hub” over at the Mount Main Beach, near Mount Drury, until January 11, 2016.

I wish you all the best for a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year – safe holidays.

Council meetings recommence at the end of January with council's Annual Plan being the major focus.