Manawatū District Council
Decision number: MDC 25-28/365
Meeting date: 19/08/2026
Subject: Adoption of the Halls Management Policy
Resolution:
1. That Council adopts the Halls Management Policy 2026 (Annex A).
2. That Council delegates authority to the Chief Executive to make minor editorial amendments to the Halls Management Policy prior to publication, provided those amendments do not alter the policy’s intent.
3. That Council notes that adoption of the policy does not predetermine future decisions on the retention, renewal, repurposing, divestment, disposal, depreciation, or funding of individual halls, which remain subject to Council decision-making through the Long-Term Plan, Annual Plan, Financial Strategy, asset management planning, and applicable engagement requirements.
4. That Council notes that a more substantive review of the community hall network, including service levels, funding and depreciation settings and network configuration, is intended to be undertaken after the Long-Term Plan 2027-37 review cycle.
Attachments:
- Report - Adoption of the Halls Management Policy.pdf (425KB)
- Supporting Attachment - Halls Management Policy.pdf (582KB)
Moved by: Cr Sam Hill
Seconded by: Cr Shelley Dew-Hopkins
Result: Carried (12-0)