Position Statement - Lockboxes on City Assets

Decision Maker: Council

Decision status: Recommendations Determined

Decision:

It is resolved that Council:

(A)      endorse the Position statement - Lockboxes on City assets, as shown at Attachment A to the subject report

(B)      note that the City will commence removal of the lockboxes from 1 April 2027, following a public notification and education period to support voluntary compliance

(C)      note that during the notification and education period, the City may remove lockboxes where they present a safety risk, obstruction or affect high-use or sensitive infrastructure

(D)      note that the City will move to a proportionate compliance approach, including removal of remaining lockboxes, following this period.

Carried unanimously.

S087656

Report author: David Cornett

Publication date: 24/08/2026

Date of decision: 24/08/2026

Decided at meeting: 24/08/2026 - Council

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