Update: after some reflection I suspect the expressions of interest were to hire someone to run consultation meetings.
Horowhenua District Council are having an ordinary Meeting on 01 February 2023. Interesting to note these two report items in the agenda at Minutes & Agendas - Horowhenua District Council (emphasis mine):
Page 166: “Council Actions Monitoring Report 2023 as at 25 January 2023 — ”Reference: 21/502
Resolution/Action: That the Chief Executive provide a full report on all options in respect of vehicular beach access at Waikawa Beach.
Officer: A Nelson
Due Date: 30/11/2022
Status: In Progress
Officer Comment: Officers have tendered this work and received three responses. An evaluation has been completed and a preferred provider identified. The work will include consultation with iwi and the community and a report will be prepared for presentation to Council."
Page 84:
"Officers are seeking expressions of interest to design the proposed new Waikawa Beach access. This project will include significant consultation with the community and will require a resource consent from Horizons Regional Council prior to any physical works. Two providers have returned prices thus far and Officers are waiting on a third. This work arose from the 21–41 LTP and recognises whilst the beach community at Waikawa Beach is keen to retain vehicular access to the beach there is a balance between facilitating access and protecting/preserving the natural environment at Waikawa Beach.
