Talking transport
Valuable discussion on public transport matters was generated in a series of public forums around the region, run by Greater Wellington, in March and April.
Fronted by Greater Wellington's Transport and Access Committee Chair Peter Glensor, there were seven forums, which attracted around 200 people in total. The meetings outlined Greater Wellington's current public transport programme and looked at the benefits and costs of future options.
"These meetings represent a different style of communication for Greater Wellington," Cr Glensor says. "Usually we come face-to-face with the public when seeking feedback on a formal proposal. This time our sole intention was to have a conversation. And from our point of view we gained useful insights into the preferences and future options that different parts of our region may have."
Cr Glensor says he is encouraged by the response to the meetings. "We will be back to talk some more with our communities as our public transport commitments unfold.