Activity Group: People Changes to the People Activity Group from the 2017–18 Annual Plan The Community Support Activity now includes Smart and Connected Communities. Housing for Seniors is the new name for Community Housing. Intended Changes to Levels of Service from the 2017-18 Annual Plan This table documents intended changes to the levels of service included in the 2017–18 Annual Plan, within this Group of Activities, and the reasons for those changes. 2017–18 Annual Plan 2018–28 LTP Reason for change Activity: Emergency Management MDC will not be responsible for urban fire management Urban fire is managed Not included. from 1 July 2018 as changes as per Council Bylaws. in legislation have transferred this responsibility to Fire & Emergency NZ. Significant Negative Effects Associated with this Group of Activities No significant negative effects have been identified for this Group of Activities.. 2018-2028 Long Term Plan Page 30