However, only half of those councils confirmed meetings had taken place and all refuted that funding had been discussed.
City council general manager resources and chief financial officer, Leah Scales, said there had been a number of conversations around funding of Te Kaha with neighbouring councils and regional council.
Those would continue as different options for funding were considered to reduce impacts on ratepayers.
Re-elected Ashburton District Council Mayor Neil Brown and Hurunui District Council Mayor Marie Black say they have not had any discussions about the stadium.
Black attended the Te Kaha launch last month, but her council had had “no discussions at all.”
She could not comment on whether or not her council would contribute financially if requested.
The Selwyn and Waimakariri district councils had been kept more up to date.
A Selwyn District Council spokesperson said they had received frequent updates on the project, including one at a mayoral forum on July 8.
Bragg confirmed Te Kaha representatives, city council staff and elected members had met with the Selwyn District Council chief executive and mayor at that event.
All councils confirmed they would need to consult their communities before making any funding decisions.
Said Scales: “The current budget does not rely on contributions from other councils.”
“Any contribution from neighbouring councils, in regard to capital requirements or operational, will be considered in the next [Long Term Plan].”
