1. ATS Environmental 2009 Contract Models Typical & Proposed Project Contract Models

2. ATS Environmental 2009 42 Culverts and fords (1) Notwithstanding regulation 41(2)(d) of these regulations, no person shall construct any culvert or ford in any natural river, stream, or water in such a way that the passage of fish would be impeded, without the written approval of the Director-General incorporating such conditions as the Director- General thinks appropriate. Freshwater Fisheries Regulations 1983

3. ATS Environmental 2009 Given the strength and the intent of the fisheries regulations concerning obstructions to fish passage, it is alarming that, since 1985, many thousands of structures do not comply.

4. ATS Environmental 2009 Most authoritative bodies have policies to remove obstructions to fish passage however high costs have generally prevented implementation

5. ATS Environmental 2009 Typical Model In anticipation of high costs only “high value” habitats are targeted Before & After studies are usually commissioned to justify the expenditure Consultants and/or Engineers engaged to design specific solution Consent process – adds an extra layer of cost Tender Process – adds further cost

6. ATS Environmental 2009 Typical Model cont… Civil Works oCompliance oHeavy Lifting equipment oAccess oTraffic Management Plan oStaff Training oProject Managers

7. ATS Environmental 2009 Tender Process Consent Process Consultants -Design -Project management Anticipated high cost Prioritise -Before study Actual High cost Compliance -Traffic management -Health & safety -Staff training Civil work -Heavy lifting -Access -Management Justify -After study Typical Model Minimal uptake Small skill base

8. ATS Environmental 2009 Proposed Model Low Cost Solutions Global Consent Trusted Contractors Off-the-shelf Pre-fabricated Lightweight Modular Adaptable Inter-agency cooperation Co-ordinated programs Shared funding Scientific expertise Specialised equipment Experienced personnel Multiple options Compliance

9. ATS Environmental 2009 Proposed Model 1.Affordable solutions developed for NZ conditions. 2.Global consents 3.Multi-agency funding 4.Task Force approach with civil contactors who are passionate about fish passage 5.Higher compliance rate

10. ATS Environmental 2009 Trusted Civil Contractors  A range of tools and specialized equipment  Experience across a range of situations  Work alongside agency staff, students and volunteers  Tackle a number of sites over a short period for less cost

11. ATS Environmental 2009 Where To From Here? The aim of these seminars is to raise awareness at all levels and facilitate inter- agency cooperation. ATS Consulting is working in conjunction with NIWA, Regional Councils and other agencies to develop affordable solutions to remedy obstructions to fish passage.