-Elder housing The Long Term Plan sets the budget, forecasts future rate levels and details key projects for the next 10 years. It also forecasts a 30-year strategy for infrastructure investment to provide for the District’s population growth, legislative change, climate change and economic growth. Western Bay Mayor Garry Webber says the Western Bay remains one of the fastest growing districts in New Zealand. While this growth is positive for the local economy and delivers social and cultural benefits, the 10-year plan must enable the District to continue to be a great place to live. This year’s consultation document has been developed from a community engagement campaign last year that included workshops, online engagement and written submissions.