Secombe Park Vegetation Management Plan
Background
Management of vegetation on Council Lakeside reserves pose a special set of problems, as neighbouring residents value their views of the lake, and resent the interruption of those views by trees and other vegetation. In these areas in particular it is important that vegetation is carefully managed to enhance its benefits to both reserve users and the wider community.
Taupo District Council has developed a long term strategy for the management of existing vegetation in the Secombe Park area. The plan includes recommendations for removal, replacement and maintenance of existing vegetation, and identifies the locations and species of new trees and shrubs. This plan was produced in consultation with the community as provided for by the Tapuaeharuru Bay Lakeshore Reserves Management Plan.
The aim is to achieve a balance between establishing vegetation for the well-being of the environment and future generations of reserve users, and considering the potential impacts of vegetation on surrounding properties.
Purpose
The purpose of this vegetation management plan is to provide ongoing direction for the management of vegetation in the Secombe Park area.
Objectives
To improve the amenity value of the reserve by providing suitable trees and shrubs for shade, shelter, visual appearance, productivity, biodiversity, habitat, erosion control and mitigation, stormwater management, and landscape definition.
To limit adverse effects by managing existing trees and vegetation, and by careful placement of new plantings to protect viewshafts through the reserve.