Activity Group: Stormwater Drainage Rationale for the Delivery of the Stormwater Drainage Group of Activities Stormwater Drainage Stormwater Drainage is a mandatory Activity Group. Changes to the Stormwater Drainage Activity Group from the 2017–18 Annual Plan Operating Costs There are no changes to the levels of service for this Activity Group. The operating costs for the Stormwater Drainage Activity Group represents $25 million of total Council expenditure. Intended Changes to Levels of Service from the 2017–18 Annual Plan There are no changes intended to the levels of service within this Group from the levels of service in the 2017–18 Annual Plan. Variation Between the Long Term Plan and the Assessment of Water and Sanitary Services There is no significant variation between the adopted assessment of water and sanitary services and this Plan. Significant Negative Effects Associated with this Group of Activities Capital Projects This Activity Group has the potential for environmental impact, and may involve the operation of noisy machinery, earthmoving or construction works, which may The capital expenditure for the Stormwater Drainage Activity Group represents impact on the environment and can result in temporary disruptions to daily life. $16 million of total Council expenditure over the next 10 years. Further Where resource consents are required for these activities, controlling conditions information about the major budgeted capital projects is included in this section. are imposed as appropriate. 2018-2028 Long Term Plan Page 85