- Written feedback from Simon Kennett: 1) agree that a change in course is needed; 2) 5 people is a good committee size- 8 may be too large; 3) Networking Project was expected to have a finite life- if funding ceases next year, would be a good time to wrap up, with essentials of member support handled by a contractor and volunteers; 4) Any staff we retain should be used to reduce the committee's workload and increase effectiveness as advocates; 5) To reduce committee workload, could hire staff on a contract basis (to remove payroll etc. admin); 6) Could have a committee member on each portfolio group, rather than a portfolio coordinator; 7) Use the Cycling Conference to generate income as Living Streets does, and instead of a project/ portfolio coordinator, have a Director to front CAN.
- If we were starting again, probably wouldn't do anything like the proposal? True, but we aren't starting again, and the proposed structure is scalable- can be adapted to suit changing circumstances.
- Have been discussing with BikeNZ- need to coordinate messages. Difficulties in the past- possibly partly a result of industry interests? Does CAN need an MOU with BikeNZ? Relates to table of what will still be done by CAN in proposed new structure.
- Value of paid staff? Big "yes" from local groups.
- Cycle Action Auckland could possibly help develop upper North Island groups? Mentor support- maybe Wellington, Christchurch as well. However, still need staff support in Auckland because the problems are big.
- CAN is still mostly a bottom-up organisation, mainly voluntary. Both national and local levels need each other.
- If we employ a CEO, need to keep them on no more than a 1 year contract.
- Living Streets has had a Director from the start- but is currently looking at structure again.
- Need a paid CEO to achieve vision? Though CAN may not be the 'public face' of cycling.
- Funding for CEO would have to come from outside government. Is the Cycling Promotion Fund still worth looking into? No- funds can only be spent in Australia. What about environmental funding? Or Hikurangi Foundation?
