AGENDA R

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

PRECIS

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

Present:

Darcy Byrne

Victor Macri

Marghanita Da Cruz Mark Drury

Lucille McKenna OAM

Colin Hesse

Sam Iskandar

Tom Kiat

Pauline Lockie

Julie Passas

Rochelle Porteous

Vittoria Raciti

John Stamolis

Louise Steer

Anna York
Rik Hart

Elizabeth Richardson

Mayor

Deputy Mayor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor (6.34pm)

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

General Manager

Deputy General Manager Assets and Environment

Michael Tzimoulas

Deputy General Manager Chief Financial and Administration Officer

John Warburton

Deputy General Manager Community and Engagement

Harjeet Atwal

David Birds

John Stephens

Prue Foreman

Nellette Kettle

Ian Naylor

Katherine Paixao

Group Manager Development Assessment & Regulatory Services

Group Manager Strategic Planning

Traffic and Transport Services Manager

Engagement Manager

Group Manager Civic and Executive Support, Integration,

Customer Service and Business Excellence

Manager Civic and Executive Support

Business Paper Coordinator (Minute Taker)

Motion: (Byrne/Passas)   

THAT the Minutes of the Council Meetings held on Tuesday, 21 and 28 August 2018 be confirmed as a correct record subject to:

-       Amending the resolution for Item 14 – Victoria Road Precinct, Marrickville, Development Control Plan Amendment of 28 August 2018 Council Meeting, to add the words ‘as exhibited’ to the end of the resolution to clarify the intention of the motion.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

C0918(1) Item 1         Election of Deputy Mayor

Motion: (Byrne/McKenna OAM)

THAT the election of the Deputy Mayor be conducted by open voting through a show of hands.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

The General Manager advised that he has received nominations for the position of

Deputy Mayor for Councillor Macri and Councillor Da Cruz

The General Manager asked all Councillors who support Councillor Macri  being the

first nomination received, for the position of Deputy Mayor to raise their hands.

Councillor Macri received 8 votes

The General Manager asked all Councillors who support Councillor Da Cruz  being the

second nomination received, for the position of Deputy Mayor to raise their hands.

Councillor Da Cruz received 6 votes

Councillor Stamolis abstained from voting.

The General Manager declared Councillor Macri to be elected Deputy Mayor.

The Mayor thanked  Councillor Passas for her service as Deputy Mayor for the last 12 months and congratulated Councillor Macri on his election as Deputy Mayor.

Suspension of Standing Orders

Motion (Porteous/Hesse)

THAT Council further Suspend Standing Orders and bring forward the items the register speakers spoke to.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Crs Passas and Raciti

C0918(1) Item 7         Victoria Street, Ashfield - Proposed combined bus stop and    pedestrian crossover facility opposite Cardinal Freeman Village

Motion: (McKenna OAM/ Da Cruz)

THAT the report be received and noted.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:        Crs Passas and Raciti

C0918(1) Item 12       Post Exhibition Report - Draft Marrickville Local Environmental          Plan 2011 Amendment - Sydenham Station Creative Hub

Motion: (York/Iskandar)

THAT Council:

1. Note:

a.            The existing Sydenham Creative Hub proposal has been                                 
               endorsed repeatedly by the former Marrickville Council and the NSW                           Department of Planning;

b.            The large body of work that has been dedicated to the development of                      the policy for the Sydenham Station Creative Hub involving input from                   a wide range of stakeholders over a substantial period of time, and the                careful consideration of the development of that policy by the                             former Marrickville Council;

c.            The independent support for the policy from academic and                                 planning experts including the City Futures Research Centre, Professor                   Peter Phibbs and SGS Economics in their 2014 Study of Marrickville                            Employment lands;

d.            The very large proportion of submissions received during the                            consultation   process in support of the existing proposal; and

e.            The original intent of the Sydenham Creative Hub proposal, which was                     to protect current industrial uses in the precinct, by adapting our                           planning Instruments to ensure emerging additional artistic and creative                        uses are permitted, as a means of securing the vibrancy and visitation to                    the area.

2.         Defer consideration of the matter pending further investigation into options to       achieve the original intent of the proposal at the original scale, by further specifying and limiting new uses, including potentially;

a.            Removing office space from the list of permissible uses;

b.            A narrower focus on live performance and artistic uses to operate after                     existing businesses hours;

c.            Further limiting the scope for small bars and restaurants;

d.            Mandating a review period for the proposed controls following adoption;                 and

e.            Further measures to better test and mitigate the perceived risks                        identified in the most recent SGS report.

Motion Lost

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Drury, Iskandar, McKenna OAM and York

Against Motion:          Crs Da Cruz, Hesse, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis and Steer

Foreshadowed Motion: (Hesse/Da Cruz)

THAT:

1.       The report be received and noted;

2.       Council forward the draft amendment to MLEP 2011 to the Department of Planning & Environment seeking final approval and gazettal;

3.       The Inner West Police Local Area Command, Sydney Water, Create NSW and those persons who made a submission in relation to the revised Planning Proposal be advised of Council’s decision;

4.       Council resolve to publicly exhibit draft Marrickville Development Control Plan 2011 (Amendment No. 9) to amend Part 9.43 – Sydney Steel (Precinct 43) of MDCP 2011 to incorporate provisions relating to Sydenham Station Creative Hub, as detailed in ATTACHMENT 3 of this report; and

5.       The additional permitted uses on such land to ‘cafes, restaurants and small bars’ proposal be considered as part of the LEP review.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Da Cruz, Hesse, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis and Steer

Against Motion:        Crs Byrne, Drury, Iskandar, McKenna OAM and York

C0918(1) Item 18       Notice of Motion to Rescind: C0818(2) Item 14 Victoria Road    Precinct, Marrickville, Development Control Plan Amendment

Motion: (Kiat/Lockie)

THAT the resolution of the 28 August 2018 Council Meeting with respect to Item 14, Victoria Road Precinct, Marrickville, Development Control Plan Amendment be rescinded.

Motion Lost

For Motion:                 Crs Da Cruz, Hesse, Kiat, Lockie, Porteous, Stamolis and Steer

Against Motion:          Crs Byrne, Drury, Iskandar, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Raciti and York

Matter Arising – Affordable Housing for Victoria Road Precinct

Motion: (Drury/Byrne)

THAT:

1. Council seeks  timely external expert advice on how to get the financial feasibility analysis that would support the most effective application of councils affordable housing policy to the residential component of the Victoria Rd Precinct. This advice should canvas whether it can be funded from section 94 monies or the LEP budget; and

2. A report be brought back to the first meeting in October 2018.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:        Nil

C0918(1) Item 19       Notice of Motion: Tree DCP Mailout

Motion: (Passas/Macri)

THAT:

1. An LGA wide mail out calling on submissions on the new Tree DCP with information on what is happening in 5 ethnic languages, after the adoption of draft changes to the DCP; and

2. Council consider at the time of the quarterly budget review an allocation of funds for the strategic planning  group for the purpose of notification about infrastructure projects, rezoning proposals and public meetings.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Drury, Iskandar, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis and York

Against Motion:          Crs Da Cruz, Hesse, Kiat, Lockie and Steer

C0918(1) Item 20       Notice of Motion: Onsite Meeting for Proposed Bunnings        Warehouse at Tempe

Motion: (Passas/Byrne)

THAT:

1. Council have an onsite meeting with affected residents at the proposed Bunnings Warehouse site at Tempe with the officers involved; and

2. A report come back to Council for the councillors to state the elected Council’s position on this proposal for the Sydney Central Planning Panel.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:        Nil

C0918(1) Item 25       Notice of Motion: Implementing Council's Affordable Housing            Policy in the Victoria Rd Precinct

Motion: (Kiat/Porteous)

THAT:

1.         In response to the upzoning in the Victoria Rd Precinct which will result in up to     1,100 additional dwellings in the area, Council engages a consultant for a         maximum of $15,000 to prepare an affordable housing contribution scheme study for the precinct in accordance with Council's Affordable Housing Policy          and Council's inclusion in SEPP 70 in February 2018, with progress to be     reported back to Council by October;

2.         Council notes the affordable housing contribution scheme study can inform            either a submission to DPE for the precinct’s inclusion in a SEPP 70 mandatory        affordable housing zone, OR a VPA negotiation with the proponent;

3.         Council immediately write to the DPE to indicate Council’s intention to         prepare an affordable housing contribution scheme as a feasibility study to    support the Victoria Rd precinct's inclusion under the SEPP 70 scheme; and

4.         The funds required for the consultant be identified by staff by             reprioritisation of other work, to be reported in the next quarterly budget          review.

The Mayor ruled this motion out of order as the motion did not identify a source of funds to undertake the work as required by Clause 5.1(1) of the Code of Meeting Practice.

C0918(1) Item 26       Notice of Motion: Changes To Operational Noise At The          White Bay Cruise Ship Terminal

Motion: (Stamolis/Byrne)

THAT Council write to the Minister for Planning and the CEO, Ports Authority at NSW (PANSW):

•        to find out whether there are plans to review or change the approved operational noise conditions at the White Bay Cruise Ship terminal, including what these changes will be and why the changes are necessary;

•      to seek information about the status of the Noise Mitigation Strategy which was approved by the NSW Planning in December 2017;

•      to see what efforts have been made to reduce the noise at source rather than to impose noise solutions on the residential community; and

•        to express concern about current impacts of noise from the terminal on the adjacent residential community.  

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:        Nil

C0918(1) Item 2         Local Democracy - Outcomes of Proposed New Advisory Group        Structure Public Exhibition

Motion: (York/McKenna OAM)

THAT Council:

1.   Receive and note the public exhibition outcomes of the proposed local democracy advisory committees and groups’ structure;

2.   Adopt the amended local democracy advisory committees and groups’ structure as outlined in the report with the addition of an extra working group for International Women’s Day;

3.   Receive and note information about pre-amalgamation facilities committees and plans to engage the Inner West community about facilities over the next two-three years;

4.   Receive and note information about Your Say Inner West outreach stalls; and

5.   Adopt the proposed Residents’ Association Small Grants Program, funded from the Community Wellbeing Grants program to a maximum allocation of $7,500, reviewed within one year.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Crs Da Cruz, Lockie and Stamolis

Amendment (Da Cruz/Porteous)

THAT there is a preference that committees are chaired by Councillors.

Motion Lost

For Motion:                 Crs Da Cruz, Hesse, Kiat, Porteous and Steer

Against Motion:          Crs Byrne, Drury, Iskandar, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas,                                  Raciti, Stamolis and York

C0918(1) Item 3         Draft Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre (LPAC) Master Plan

Motion: (Macri/Stamolis)

THAT:

1.   The draft master plan for Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre (ATTACHMENT 1) be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days and submissions be received for a further 14 days;

2.   The results of the public exhibition and community engagement process be presented to Council recommending further action; and

3. The draft master plan be exhibited at the Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre and all plans be exhibited in A3 size.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

C0918(1) Item 4         Draft Marrickville Road (East) Public Domain Master Plan:       Feedback from Public Exhibition

Motion: (Hesse/Steer)

THAT:

1.   The report be received and noted;

2.   Council adopts the draft Marrickville Road (East) Public Domain Master Plan (ATTACHMENT 1);

3.   All residents and stakeholders who made submissions during the public exhibition period be notified of Council’s determination; and

4.   The master plan be used to inform future capital streetscape upgrades along Marrickville Road (East).

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

C0918(1) Item 5         Events in Parks Policy & Events in Parks Guidelines

Motion: (Byrne/McKenna OAM)

THAT:

1.       The draft Events in Parks Policy be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days;

2.       The results of the public exhibition and community engagement process are presented to Council along with a final Events in Parks Policy for adoption;

3.       The Events in Parks Guidelines be noted; and

4.         The words ‘discourages the use of’ be inserted at the beginning of condition 44 of the Park Event Conditions included in the Policy.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

C0918(1) Item 6         Change in parking meter operational hours in the side streets of         Leichhardt, Rozelle and Balmain

Motion: (Byrne/Porteous)

THAT:

1. Council defer this matter to allow Council officers to investigate limiting 30 minute free parking and turning off parking meters at 7.00pm to side street spaces and abutting businesses; and

2. Further information be provided on the breakdown of submissions from residents of relevant side streets.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

C0918(1) Item 8         Street Libraries in the Inner West

Motion: (York/Drury)

THAT Council:

1.       Purchase the Street Library Australia Council Grant Pack at a cost of $3,399 to fund an additional 10 street libraries in the Inner West;

2.       Consider incorporating street libraries into the design of any future park  upgrades and/or community facilities if appropriate with a focus on schools, pre-schools and childcare centres as preferred locations, where possible, including options for students and children at these centres to decorate the libraries in partnership with Council;

3.         Support start-up street libraries in the inner west by donating up to 20 discarded library items / per street library as a starting point if requested;

4.         Consider any offers from Men’s Shed (or other community organisations) to build additional street libraries beyond the 10 Council will purchase; and

5.         Consider options for the additional roll out of 10 “Bookswap boxes” in indoor locations, in support of Paint the Town REaD and Paint Marrickville REaD.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Crs Hesse and Passas

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 11       Sydenham Green Skate Park opportunities for competitive      events and activation

Motion: (Iskandar/Macri)

THAT:

1.       Council officers continue to liaise with organisers regarding a potential X Games qualifying event at the Sydenham Green Skate Park in October 2018;

2.       Council officers work with YMCA Action Sports to deliver an inclusive skate / scoot / BMX event at Sydenham Green Skate Park in 2019;

3.       Council officers continue to liaise with stakeholder organisations regarding future opportunities to host events for Olympic qualifying rounds and skate competitions; and

4.       The Recreation Strategy: A Healthier Inner West addresses opportunities for recreational and competitive skate, scoot and BMX activities in the Inner West.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 15       Extraordinary Local Traffic Committee Meeting (13 August 2018)

Motion: (Iskandar/Macri)

THAT the Extraordinary Local Traffic Committee item distributed on 13 August 2018 be received and the recommendations listed below be adopted.

THAT:

1.   The proposed temporary full-road closure of Applebee Street (between Short Street and May Street) and Hutchinson Street (between Daburi Lane and Applebee Street) between 6:30pm and 9:30pm on Friday, 21 September 2018 to facilitate a light/art show (In the Night Garden Art Exhibition) as part of the Sydney Fringe Festival, be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:

a)   A Traffic Control Plan (TCP) which has been prepared by a certified Traffic Controller, is to be submitted to Council for review and RMS for approval with a copy of the Traffic Controller’s certification number attached to the plan;

b)   Notice of the proposed event is to be forwarded by the applicant to the NSW Police Local Area Commander, State Transit Authority, Fire & Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Services;

c)   Advance notification signs advising of the proposed road closure and traffic diversions to be strategically installed and maintained by the applicant at least two (2) weeks prior to the event;

d)   A 4-metre wide emergency vehicle access must be maintained through the closed road areas during the course of the event;

e)   All affected residents and businesses shall be notified in writing by the applicant of the proposed temporary road closure at least two (2) weeks prior to the event, with the applicant making reasonable provision for residents and businesses;

f)    Adequate vehicular traffic control shall be provided for the protection and convenience of pedestrians and motorists including appropriate signage and flagging. Workers shall be specially designated for this role (and carry appropriate certificates), as necessary to comply with this condition. This is to be carried out in accordance with the Australian Standard AS 1742.3 – Traffic Control Devices for works on roads;

g)   Water filled barriers be placed at the road closure points to protect against any possible errant vehicles; and

2.  The applicant be advised in terms of this report.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:        Nil

Absent:                      Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 16       Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee Minutes

Motion: Motion: (Iskandar/Macri)

THAT Council adopts the Minutes of the Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee of 21 February 2018 and 30 May 2018 shown as attachments 1 and 2.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:        Nil

Absent:                      Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 9         Investment Report as at 30 June 2018

Motion: (Kiat/Stamolis)

THAT:

1. The report be received and noted; and

2. Council receive a further report on possible targets for increasing Council’s investment in SRIs over the next four years.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:        Nil

Absent:                      Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 10       Status of Legal Proceedings

Motion: (Byrne/Passas)

THAT this report be deferred to the next Ordinary Council Meeting and all future Legal Proceedings reports be considered in Confidential Session of Council Meetings.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                      Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 13       Planning Proposal, Cyprus Club, 58-76 Stanmore Road, 2-20   Tupper Street and 3-9 Alma Avenue, Stanmore.

Motion: (Steer/Kiat)

THAT:

1.   Council note the comments of the Local Planning Panel of 10 July 2018 on the Planning Proposal;

2.   The attached Planning Proposal be forwarded to the Minister for Planning for a Gateway Determination in accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 with a recommendation that an additional traffic and street capacity study be provided prior to public exhibition;

3.   The Department of Planning and Environment be requested to delegate the plan making functions for the Planning Proposal to Council;

4.   Following receipt of a Gateway Determination and compliance with its conditions by the proponent, the Planning Proposal and supporting documentation be placed on public exhibition for a minimum of 28 days and public authorities be consulted in accordance with the Determination;

5.   A report be presented to Council on completion of the public exhibition, which will address submissions received;

6.   Council negotiate a Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) with the proponent with the intention of exhibiting the VPA at the same time as the Planning Proposal;

7.   The plans be amended before going in exhibition to comply with the height requirements ie no taller than 55 meters including aerials, cranes etc set out in  the correspondence from Sydney Airport Corporation.

8. Council note there now may be the opportunity for Council to obtain an affordable housing contribution pursuant to s 7.32 of the EPAA Act as an alternative to accepting a VPA offer from the owner;

9. Council when forwarding the proposal to the Minister, request  guidance from the Department on how Council may propose for this site an additional LEP amendment, supported by a scheme for dedications or contributions, pursuant to s 7.32 (old s 94F) of the EPAA Act, for the purpose of imposing a condition requiring the contribution of affordable housing under any future DA pursuant to s 7.32(2); and

10. Council receive a report in relation to this guidance as soon as practicable. 

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Cr Hesse

Absent:                      Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 14       Councillor Expenses and Facilites Policy

Motion: (McKenna OAM/Hesse)

THAT:

1. The Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy shown as Attachment 1 be adopted subject to amending the Policy to include a provision that an annual limit of $9,000 per Councillor be applied to reimbursement of Carer’s Expenses; and

2. Council review the usage of carer expenses under this policy after 12 months.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                      Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 17       Notice of Motion to Rescind: C0818(1) Item 11 Greenway Master         Plan - 14 August 2018 Council Meeting

This motion was withdrawn.

C0918(1) Item 21       Notice of Motion: Single Use Plastics Reduction

Motion: (Steer/McKenna OAM)

THAT:

1.   Council demonstrates community leadership to improve and protect the health of our waterways by acting to stop the use of single-use plastics including plastic bags, single use plastic drink bottles,  balloons, plastic straws, plates and cutlery in all directly controlled Council operations and Council sponsored events;

2.   Council takes all reasonable steps from 1 January 2019 to stop using single-use plastics across all directly controlled Council operations, including plastic bags, single use plastic drink bottles,  balloons, plastic straws, plates and cutlery in all Council operations and Council sponsored events;

3.   Council takes all reasonable steps to advise all organisers of Council-supported external events, festivals and major activities that as of January 1, 2019, event permissions and booking forms will stipulate that single-use plastics, single use plastic drink bottles, balloons, plastic straws, plates and cutlery must not be provided, with exceptions for childcare or seniors’ events where excessive temperatures or circumstances may require availability of single-use plastic drink bottles and use of plastic straws by people with a disability who may require them for drinking; and

4.   A report on the reduction of single use plastics be incorporated in the next report to Council on Zero Waste in October 2018.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, McKenna OAM, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Crs Macri and Passas

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 22       Notice of Motion: Smart Cities

Motion: (Byrne/Drury)

THAT:

1.   Council convene a meeting with the Eastern Economic Growth Corridor Councils, the Australian Smart Communities Association, Infrastructure NSW, the Committee for Sydney and other relevant parties, to discuss a potential strategic partnership in the planning and procurement of smart city technology; and

2.   A report, informed by these discussions, be prepared that examines the potential for Inner West Council to form a strategic partnership with councils within the Greater Sydney Commission’s Eastern economic growth corridor, in relation to planning, procurement and provision of smart city technology.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 23       Notice of Motion: Taking Leichhardt Bus Depot staff parking off         the street

Motion: (Byrne/Stamolis)

THAT:

1.   Council write to Police Commissioner Michael Fuller requesting that NSW Police support the activation of land at 29 Derbyshire Road as additional parking places for staff at the Leichhardt Bus Depot; and

2.   Letter drop nearby residents in Balmain Road, Piper Street, Charlotte Street, Alfred Street and Moore Street to notify them of Council’s actions and encourage them to contact the Commissioner directly.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 24       Notice of Motion: Condolence Motion Faye Carroll

Motion: (Byrne/Porteous)

That this item be deferred to the next Ordinary Council Meeting and the Code of Meeting Practice be amended to include Condolence Motions in the Order of Business at the beginning of the meeting.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

C0918(1) Item 27       Notice of Motion: Bill Posters on Council Property

Motion: (Passas/Macri)

THAT Council investigate the viability of introducing paid advertising on Council property in place of the illegal posters and that Council be more proactive reporting the problem to Energy Australian and RMS.

Motion Lost

For Motion:                 Crs Macri and Passas

Against Motion:          Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, McKenna OAM, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

Foreshadowed Motion (McKenna OAM/Byrne)

THAT Council investigate opportunities to work with NGOs who support residents of boarding houses and who can be engaged to remove posters.

Motion Tied

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Drury, Iskandar, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM and York

Against Motion:          Crs Da Cruz, Hesse, Kiat, Passas, Porteous, Stamolis and Steer

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

The Chairperson used his Casting Vote for the MOTION and the MOTION was carried.

Matter Arising

Motion: (Kiat)

THAT Council receive a report in relation to the arrangements facilitating any commercial paid advertising spaces that it sells.

This matter arising lapsed for want of a seconder.

C0918(1) Item 28       Status of Westconnex Stage 3 proposed compulsory    acquisitions

Motion (Byrne/Hesse)

THAT this item be deferred until the Group Manager Legal Services is in attendance.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Da Cruz, Drury, Hesse, Iskandar, Kiat, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Porteous, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Crs Passas and Raciti

Item #

Speaker                     

Suburb

Item 7:

Dr. Crisetta MacLeod

Ashfield

Item 12:

Kerri Glasscock

John Wardle

Tempe

Belmore

Item 18:

Simon Konstantinidis

Marrickville

Item 19:

Rene Holmes

Nancy Wahlquist

Ashfield

Balmain

Item 20:

Stephanie Ward

Graham Griffith

Catherine Stewart

Tempe

Tempe

Tempe

Item 25:

Dr. Crisetta MacLeod

Ashfield

Item 26:

Alan Rosen, AO.

Balmain

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

Motion:

THAT Council write a letter of condolence to the family of Faye Carroll.

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

SUMMARY

This report provides information on the principles outlined in the Tree Development Control Plan (DCP) amendment Discussion Paper.  The report also summarises the feedback received from the community on the Discussion Paper, which will be utilised to inform the drafting of the Draft DCP.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.       That the Development Control Plan amendments on tree management be developed having regard to the principles of:

• Public safety

• Protection of property

• Equity/ financial burden

• Increased urban canopy

2.       Council prepare the draft Tree DCP taking into consideration the options within the Discussion Paper, and the feedback received from the community consultation; and

3.       The draft Tree DCP be reported to Council prior to being placed on public exhibition.

1.⇩

Tree DCP amendment - Engagement Report

2.⇩

Tree DCP amendment - Discussion Paper

3.⇩

Tree DCP amendment - Submission from IACA

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

SUMMARY

Council has resolved to become a leader in renewable energy and to become carbon neutral in its own operations at the earliest opportunity (C1017 Item 25).  Council has developed a draft pathway to carbon neutrality with the assistance of technical consultants 100%renewables.  The pathway involves:

·    Rollout of a programme of rooftop solar and energy efficiency projects at Council sites;

·    Sourcing of renewable energy from large-scale renewables facilities.

Council resolved to have staff assess the merits of constructing its own solar farm (C1217 Item 18).  The current political and economic climate indicates that a preferable option would be supporting a third-party renewable facility by purchasing renewable power through a power Purchase Agreement.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT Council:

1.   Note the draft Pathway to a Carbon Neutral Council outlined in this report;

2.   Note the proposal to include feasible energy efficiency and rooftop solar projects for Council assets in the annual budget development process, renewal and capital works programme;

3.   Commission the University of New South Wales to undertake a peer review of the draft Pathway to a Carbon Neutral Council and supporting technical reports;

4.   Endorse staff to proceed with the assessment of options for converting the “residual load” to renewable power; and

5.   Receive a further report on the final Pathway to a Carbon Neutral Council in November 2018.

SUMMARY

Since the council report of 26 June that outlined a number of issues facing the operations and costs of Council’s Education and Care Services and possible options, further Council resolutions have stipulated that May Murray Early Learning Centre will remain at its current site and will begin enrolments as per usual for 2019 and the two new centres at Leichhardt Park and Steel Park will be operated and managed by Inner West Council as originally planned.

As a result of the resolutions, the options as outlined in the June report are no longer relevant except for the option suggesting a relocation of Leichhardt Children’s Centre to the new facility at Leichhardt Park and operating a Before and After School Care service from the building in Leichhardt St (pending NSW Education approval).

During July and August council officers held feedback meetings with families and staff of the services impacted by the options outlined in the June report, whereby majority of parents/families opposed relocations to new facilities.

More recent discussions with local Out of School Hours Care services indicate that the demand has dropped slightly for these services in the immediate vicinity of Leichhardt Children’s Centre with an expected continued need for After School Care for kindergarten children in 2019. Given the opposition from families at Leichhardt Children’s Centre to relocate to the new facility at Leichhardt Park, there is a possibility that a certain number of places at Leichhardt Children’s Centre could cater for after school care for kindergarten children (pending NSW Education approval) and/or occasional care, should long day care enrolments remain low, thereby fully utilizing the facility at Leichhardt St as a mixed use facility.

Globe Preschool has an individual and unique situation, compared with the other services in that NSW Education has informed Council that it will not be renewing the licence (lease) for the preschool’s accommodation after December 2019. Therefore, without an alternate site, the preschool does not have a premises from which to operate after this date.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.   Leichhardt Children’s Centre begins enrolment process for 2019 and continues to operate as a Long Day Care service, with a review of enrolment patterns for both Leichhardt Park and Leichhardt Children’s Centres, six to eight months into 2019;

2.   Council officers further investigate how After School Care for kindergarten children might be able to be catered for within the service approval for the premises of Leichhardt Children’s Centre; and

3.   Council consider alternatives for the future of Globe Preschool.

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

SUMMARY

The report proposes projects for funding by Council from the Inner West Council 2018/19 Stronger Communities Fund Grants Program. The recommended projects align with Council’s vision and priorities and the Stronger Communities Fund guidelines. 13 projects are recommended for funding in 2018 at a value of $324,000.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT Council approve the funding recommendations for the Stronger Communities Grant Program 2018/19 contained in Attachment 1.

1.⇩

Stronger Communities Grant Program Recommendations

2.⇩

Stronger Communities Grant Program Guidelines

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

SUMMARY

In accordance with the Local Government Act, Council must review the organisation structure within 12 months after the election of the Council, and may re-determine the senior staff positions in consultation with the General Manager. The timing of the review is significant as the recruitment of the General Manager is underway. It is important to guarantee stability of the organisation during this time of change to ensure quality service delivery to the community is at least maintained and the leadership model supporting the integration, harmonisation and cultural projects is preserved.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT Council approve the current organisation structure.

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

SUMMARY

The minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 4 September 2018 are presented for Council consideration.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 4 September 2018 be received and the recommendations be adopted.

1.⇩

Minutes of Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 4 September 2018

Council Meeting

25 September 2018

Clr Julie Passas

Chair, Deputy Mayor – Ashfield Ward

Mr Bill Holliday

Representative for Jamie Parker MP, Member for Balmain

Mr Chris Woods

Representative for Ron Hoenig MP, Member for Heffron

Ms Sarina Foulstone

Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill

Sgt John Micallef

NSW Police – Burwood Police Area Command

A/Sgt Charles Buttrose

NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command

Sgt Paul Vlachos

NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command

Mr Ryan Horne

Roads and Maritime Services

OFFICERS IN ATTENDANCE

SC Anthony Kenny

NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command

SC Sam Tohme

NSW Police – Burwood Police Area Command

Mr Asith Nagodavithane

Transit Systems – Inner West  Bus Services

Mr Bob Moore

Inner West Bicycle Coalition

Clr Marghanita Da Cruz

Leichhardt Ward

Mr John Stephens

IWC’s Traffic and Transport Services Manager

Mr Manod Wickramasinghe

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic and Parking Services (North)

Mr George Tsaprounis

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic and Parking Services (South)

Mr David Yu

IWC’s Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services

Mr Boris Muha

IWC’s Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services

Ms Jenny Adams

IWC’s Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services

Mr Joe Di Cesare

IWC’s Coordinator Design Services

Mr Davide Torresan

IWC’s Civil Engineer

Ms Ranji Nadarajah

IWC’s Civil Engineer 

Ms Mary Bailey

IWC’s Parking Planner

Ms Christina Ip

IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Mr Phillip Lineham

Item 10 - Resident

Mr John Golinelli

Item 10 - Resident

Mr Luc Streit

Item 10 - Resident

Mr Ron Page

Item 10 - Resident

APOLOGIES:    

Mr Wal Petschler

IWC’s Group Manager, Roads, Traffic and Stormwater

The Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Tuesday, 7 August 2018 were confirmed.

LTC0918 Item 1 Traffic Management Plan for the 2018 New Year's Eve Event (Balmain Ward / Balmain Electorate / Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

As instructed by the Police, access to the Balmain peninsula is closed to vehicular traffic every New Year’s Eve. This report outlines the traffic management associated with the event.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) detailing the traffic arrangements for the 2018 New Year’s Eve be supported;

2.         the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) be forwarded to Council’s Parks and Streetscapes Coordinator, Transport Management Centre and the Major Events & Incidents Group (NSW Police);

3.         a temporary ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Montague Street between Darling Street and Beattie Street, Balmain;

4.         That the following modifications to bus stops be approved:

a.         On the northern side of Darling Street:

i.          Install temporary ‘Bus Zones’ between  Mort Street and Ford Street 

ii.         Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between Ford Street and McDonald Street

iii.        Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between McDonald Street and Curtis Road, outside Nos.217-223 Darling Street

b.         On the southern side of Darling Street:

i.          Install a temporary ‘Bus Zone’ between Booth Street and Beattie Street, outside No. 244-270 Darling Street.

5.         The Police representative be requested to provide bike unit resources to improve traffic/crowd controls around the Darling Street/Curtis Road intersection (roundabout);

6.         The Police be requested to liaise directly with the Roads and Maritime Services in regards to the installation of variable message signs (“Balmain Peninsula is closed” and “Alcohol Free Zone”) on the main access roads into Balmain Peninsula a few days in advance of the event;

7.         Confirmation be sought regarding the areas to be declared alcohol free and the Police and Transit Systems representatives be advised;

8.         The Transit Systems representative be requested to place adequate notices on buses regarding the establishment of an alcohol free zone in the Balmain East area (details to be provided by Council);

9.         The taxi/hire car access to the Peninsula be restricted from 7:00pm.

10.       Taxis/hire cars carrying mobility impaired or infirmed residents be permitted access at all hours into the Peninsula; and

11.       The NSW Taxi Council be advised of the Committee’s recommendation.

DISCUSSION

The representative for Transit Systems stated that, in regards to part 8 of the recommendation, notices on buses is not the most appropriate channel to communicate messages about an alcohol free zone as this space is used by Transport for NSW to advertise transport messages for the Christmas and New Year period. The representative advised that a request for notices for the establishment of an alcohol free zone should be submitted to Transport for NSW.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation with an amendment to part 8 to reflect comments from the Transit Systems representative.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) detailing the traffic arrangements for the 2018 New Year’s Eve be supported;

2.         the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) be forwarded to Council’s Parks and Streetscapes Coordinator, Transport Management Centre and the Major Events & Incidents Group (NSW Police);

3.         a temporary ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Montague Street between Darling Street and Beattie Street, Balmain;

4.         That the following modifications to bus stops be approved:

a.         On the northern side of Darling Street:

i.          Install temporary ‘Bus Zones’ between  Mort Street and Ford Street 

ii.         Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between Ford Street and McDonald Street

iii.        Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between McDonald Street and Curtis Road, outside Nos.217-223 Darling Street

b.         On the southern side of Darling Street:

i.          Install a temporary ‘Bus Zone’ between Booth Street and Beattie Street, outside No. 244-270 Darling Street.

5.         The Police representative be requested to provide bike unit resources to improve traffic/crowd controls around the Darling Street/Curtis Road intersection (roundabout);

6.         The Police be requested to liaise directly with the Roads and Maritime Services in regards to the installation of variable message signs (“Balmain Peninsula is closed” and “Alcohol Free Zone”) on the main access roads into Balmain Peninsula a few days in advance of the event;

7.         Confirmation be sought regarding the areas to be declared alcohol free and the Police and Transit Systems representatives be advised;

8.         Transport for NSW be requested to place adequate notices on buses regarding the establishment of an alcohol free zone in the Balmain East area (details to be provided by Council);

9.         The taxi/hire car access to the Peninsula be restricted from 7:00pm.

10.       Taxis/hire cars carrying mobility impaired or infirmed residents be permitted access at all hours into the Peninsula; and

11.       The NSW Taxi Council be advised of the Committee’s recommendation.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 2 Batty Street, Rozelle - Proposed Kerb Extension Design Plan (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

A detailed design plan has been finalised for the proposed treatment in Batty Street, Rozelle at its intersection with Mansfield Street.

The proposal includes installing kerb extensions to reinforce the existing ‘No Entry’ restriction that prohibits northbound entry into Batty Street from Mansfield Street, and to install pedestrian kerb ramps to improve pedestrian safety.

Consultation was undertaken with the owners and occupiers of properties adjacent to the intersection regarding the proposal. A summary of the consultation results are presented in this report for consideration.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the detailed design plan for the kerb extensions and associated signs and line markings at the intersection of Batty Street and Mansfield Street, Rozelle (as per the attached design plan no.10025) be approved.

DISCUSSION

Clr Da Cruz stated that she was concerned that the  proposed kerb extensions will be in the middle of the road and that there will be wide space on the other side of the kerb extensions. Clr Da Cruz believed that the road needed to be blocked off as the proposed kerb extensions will not indicate to motorists that there is no entry into Batty Street from Mansfield Street.

Council Officers advised that a wider kerb extension on the western side of the street had been investigated. It was found that this would have limited vehicle manoeuvrability along the street and would result in the removal of some parking spaces. Moving the kerb blisters towards the centre of the road allowed parking to be retained.

The RMS representative suggested installing a ‘No Entry’ sign on the western side of the intersection, in addition to the proposed ‘No Entry’ sign on the eastern side. This could increase awareness to motorists travelling in both directions on Mansfield Street that they cannot access Batty Street.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the detailed design plan for the kerb extensions and associated signs and line markings at the intersection of Batty Street and Mansfield Street, Rozelle (as per the attached design plan no.10025) be approved.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 3 Booth Street Bridge Widening over Johnston Creek, Annandale

SUMMARY

A detailed design plan has been prepared for the Booth Street Bridge widening over Johnston Creek. The proposal adds a separated unidirectional cycleway in the southbound direction as well as footpath and linemarking amendments.

It is recommended that the proposed detailed design plans be approved.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         The design plans for the proposed Booth Street Bridge Widening over Johnston Creek, Annandale (as per the attached design plans No. C101.3 and C101.5) be approved; and

2.         Additional PS-2 bicycle logos be provided in the northbound direction on both approach and departure to the proposed treatment.

DISCUSSION

The representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition stated that the Booth Street Bridge has not been treated for cyclists and is a missing link of the East West Cycle Route. The representative asked whether the bike lane on Booth Street Bridge would be extended further north.

Council Officers advised that the northern section of Booth Street was under the jurisdiction of the City of Sydney. Council Officers had made enquiries with the City of Sydney to find out why the bike lane ends before the roundabout. City of Sydney advised Council Officers that funding was not yet available and there are constraints to extending the bike lane due to existing trees. However, City of Sydney have identified that there is a possibility of extending the bike lane to the roundabout and further south.

The Inner West Bicycle Coalition representative stated that the shared path near the roundabout does not have signage indicating the end of the shared path. Council Officers suggested raising this issue with the City of Sydney as this section of road is within its jurisdiction.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         The design plans for the proposed Booth Street Bridge Widening over Johnston Creek, Annandale (as per the attached design plans No. C101.3 and C101.5) be approved; and

2.         Additional PS-2 bicycle logos be provided in the northbound direction on both approach and departure to the proposed treatment.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 4 Boomerang Street, Haberfield - Haberfield North LATM - Traffic calming improvements (Leichhardt Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Ashfield LAC)

SUMMARY

Detailed design plans have been finalised for the proposed road and traffic improvements in Boomerang Street, Haberfield as part of Council’s 2018/19 & 2019/20 Capital Works Program for Traffic Facilities.

The proposed works include the upgrade of an existing at-grade pedestrian (zebra) crossing to a raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing, introduction of speed calming devices and upgraded bicycle facilities with associated line marking and signposting.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the detailed design plans for the raised pedestrian crossing, traffic calming devices, bicycle facilities and kerb blisters with associated signposting and line marking in Boomerang Street, Haberfield (as per the attached plan Nos. 10041, 10013B & 10014) be approved.

DISCUSSION

The representative for the Member for Summer Hill asked what criteria must be met in order for Boomerang Street to be converted to a School Zone. The RMS representative advised that a school needs to directly front the street and the street must provide direct access to the school.

The representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition stated that:

·          the proposed green bike lane for the northbound direction of Boomerang Street is not necessary.

·          the marking of a bike lane close to the doors of parked cars would create a dangerous environment for cyclists.

·          cyclists would be safer staying in the middle of the lane instead of using the bike lane as cars would likely veer over to the bike lane when travelling over the speed cushion.

·          experienced cyclists can use the road and cycle over the speed cushion.

·          the kerb could be extended to narrow the section of road where the speed cushion is proposed.

The representatives for the Member for Summer Hill and the Member for Balmain agreed that the proposed bike lane will be unsafe for cyclists. The representative for the Member for Summer Hill added that it is likely that a motorist will attempt to overtake a cyclist in the proposed bike lane when going over the speed cushion.

NSW Police representatives stated that cyclists will likely veer to the left of the speed cushion regardless of the presence of a bike lane in the northbound direction. 

Council Officers advised that the design attempts to cater for all road users and that the green bike lane signals to drivers to stay in the traffic lane and crossing into the bike lane would be breaching road rules. Council Officers also stated that many cyclists prefer not to ride over speed cushions and if there was no bike lane, cyclists would likely ride around the speed cushion.

The Transit Systems representative requested that the maximum height of the proposed pedestrian crossing be 75mm as per STA and Transit Systems Guidelines, rather than the 75mm to 90mm as noted in the Council Officer’s report. Council Officers stated that the intent is for the pedestrian crossing to be constructed at a maximum height of 75mm.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the detailed design plans for the raised pedestrian crossing, traffic calming devices, bicycle facilities and kerb blisters with associated signposting and line marking in Boomerang Street, Haberfield (as per the attached plan Nos. 10041, 10013B & 10014) be approved.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 5 Victoria Road at Leicester Street, Marrickville – Revised Proposed Kerb Extensions Design Plan – No.10016 (Marrickville Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

A revised design plan has been finalised for the proposed traffic calming improvements in Victoria Road at Leicester Street, Marrickville as part of the Marrickville East LATM study implementation. The revised proposal for kerb extensions with a new kerb and gutter alignment and associated signs and line markings will improve pedestrian safety and traffic conditions at this location.

Consultation was undertaken with owners and occupiers of properties adjacent to Victoria Road and Leicester Street regarding the revised proposal. It is recommended that the revised proposed detailed design plan be approved.

In addition, pedestrian counts in Victoria Road at Leicester Street, Marrickville have been undertaken and RMS warrants for a pedestrian crossing cannot be met at this location; however, the proposed kerb blisters will facilitate safe crossing for pedestrians by reducing crossing widths providing pedestrians a shorter distance to cross the road.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the design plan for the revised proposed kerb extensions with a new kerb and gutter alignment and associated signs and line markings in Victoria Road at Leicester Street, Marrickville (as per the attached design plan No. 10016) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

Councillor Da Cruz stated that she was concerned that pedestrians would still need to wait for both lanes of traffic to clear before crossing Victoria Road after the road is narrowed.

Council Officers advised that traffic volumes are low in the street at all times and there are adequate opportunities for pedestrians to cross the street safely.

RMS commented that the proposed treatment would be acceptable for the volumes of traffic in the street.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the design plan for the revised proposed kerb extensions with a new kerb and gutter alignment and associated signs and line markings in Victoria Road at Leicester Street, Marrickville (as per the attached design plan No. 10016) be APPROVED.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 6 Pedestrian Safety - Balmain East Transport Interchange - Darling Street, Balmain East (Balmain Ward / Balmain Electorate / Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

Concerns have been raised regarding pedestrian safety at the Balmain East Transport Interchange. In order to address these concerns it is proposed to relocate and redesign the existing pedestrian ramps to provide a diagonal crossing point which would improve sight distance for pedestrians and motorists.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         The 15m of the existing ‘Bus Zone’ restrictions on the northern side of Darling Street, immediately west of the dead-end be signposted as ‘Bus Zone 2 Minutes Parking Maximum’;

2.         That the existing pedestrian ramp on the northern footpath of Darling Street, east of Weston Street opposite be relocated approximately 10m east; and

3.         That the existing pedestrian ramp on the southern footpath of Darling Street, east of Weston Street be redesigned to allow the ramp grade to match the new direction of travel to the relocated pedestrian ramp on the northern footpath.

DISCUSSION

The RMS representative raised an issue with the proposed ‘Bus Zone 2 Minutes Parking Maximum’ sign. The representative stated that according to NSW Road Rules, a bus cannot stop in a bus zone unless dropping off or picking up passengers. He suggested for the signage to state ‘No Parking, Buses Excepted’ and have a designated bus zone to pick up and drop off passengers.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         The 15m of the existing ‘Bus Zone’ restrictions on the northern side of Darling Street, immediately west of the dead-end be signposted as ‘No Parking, Buses Excepted’;

2.         That the existing pedestrian ramp on the northern footpath of Darling Street, east of Weston Street opposite be relocated approximately 10m east; and

3.         That the existing pedestrian ramp on the southern footpath of Darling Street, east of Weston Street be redesigned to allow the ramp grade to match the new direction of travel to the relocated pedestrian ramp on the northern footpath.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 7 Edgar Street, Tempe - Proposed '2P Permit Holders Excepted' Parking (Marrickville Ward/Heffron Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

A petition was received from residents requesting permit parking be introduced in Edgar Street, Tempe. Council undertook parking surveys and consultation with all affected residents and owners. As a result of the investigations, Council is now proposing a permit parking scheme in Edgar Street, Tempe to increase parking opportunities for residents.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT conversion of unrestricted parking to ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M18’ in Edgar Street, Tempe (southern side) between Unwins Bridge Road and the cul-de-sac, be approved.

DISCUSSION

The representative for the Member for Heffron commented that the Member supported the proposal as he had received a number of representations from residents in Edgar Street who struggled to park in the street due to commuters utilising parking spaces during the day.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT conversion of unrestricted parking to ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M18’ in Edgar Street, Tempe (southern side) between Unwins Bridge Road and the cul-de-sac, be approved.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 8 Blamire Lane, Marrickville - Proposed 'No Parking ' (Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received representations seeking parking restrictions in Blamire Lane. Concerns have been expressed by residents regarding access and safety issues at the intersection of Unnamed Lane and Blamire Lane. It is proposed to implement ‘No Parking’ in Blamire Lane (both sides) and Statutory 10m 'No Stopping’ restrictions at Blamire Lane and the unnamed lane in order to improve access and safety. The results from the community consultation process indicated that there is support for a proposal to install ‘No Parking’ and ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Blamire Lane.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         ‘No Parking’ restrictions be installed in Blamire Lane (both sides) between unnamed lane and the rear of property no 34-36 Grove Street, and

2.         ‘No Stopping’ signs be installed in Blamire Lane (both sides) from the intersection of the Unnamed Lane for the statutory distance of 10m.

DISCUSSION

(The representative for the Member for Heffron left the meeting at 11.38am during discussion on this Item)

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

(The representative for the Member for Heffron re-entered the meeting at 11.40am)

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         ‘No Parking’ restrictions be installed in Blamire Lane (both sides) between unnamed lane and the rear of property no 34-36 Grove Street, and

2.         ‘No Stopping’ signs be installed in Blamire Lane (both sides) from the intersection of the Unnamed Lane for the statutory distance of 10m.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 9         Rowley Lane, Camperdown - Proposed 'No Parking'     restrictions(Stanmore Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

Following community representations, Council is proposing to convert ‘unrestricted’ parking’ in Rowley Lane to ‘No Parking’. Community consultation has been carried out and the proposal has been assessed against the current Laneway Guidelines (December 2015). Given the narrowness of the lane, reported damage by service vehicles and the obstruction to off-street parking spaces by parked vehicles, it is recommended to restrict parking in Rowley Lane, Camperdown.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposal to install ‘No Parking’ restrictions in Rowley Lane (both sides) between Kingston Lane and St Marys Lane be approved.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the proposal to install ‘No Parking’ restrictions in Rowley Lane (both sides) between Kingston Lane and St Marys Lane be approved.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 10    Elswick Street North, Charles Street, Hubert Street, Francis Street,       James Street, Leichhardt - Resident Parking Scheme (Leichhardt        Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received correspondence from a number of residents of Elswick Street North, Charles Street, Hubert Street, Francis Street, and James Street, requesting Residential Parking Scheme (RPS) restrictions in their streets to deter commuter/long stay parking.

This report provides the result of the resident parking scheme investigation in Elswick Street North, Charles Street, Hubert Street, Francis Street, and James Street, Leichhardt. It also provides the results of the investigation for the proposed truck ban bounded by Darley Road – James Street – William Street – Elswick Street North.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         The proposed Resident Parking Scheme in Elswick Street North, Charles Street, Hubert Street, Francis Street, and James Street, Leichhardt not be supported at the present time due to less than 50% support received from the consulted residents; and

2.         The proposed truck bans in the streets bounded by Darley Road – James Street – William Street – Elswick Street North, Leichhardt be approved, subject to RMS approval of the TMP.

DISCUSSION

Public speakers: Mr Phillip Lineham, Mr John Golinelli, Mr Luc Streit, Mr Ron Page attended at 10.05am.

Mr Page stated that he supported the recommendation for the Resident Parking Scheme to not proceed in Hubert Street and made the following comments:

·          As the WestConnex dive site is no longer proceeding, there would not be a need for a Resident Parking Scheme in Hubert Street.

·          Residents on the eastern side of Hubert Street, who do not have rear lane access, would be disadvantaged by the introduction of a Scheme in the street as residents who are not eligible for a permit or have excess number of cars would park on the unrestricted eastern side of the street.

Mr Golinelli expressed support for the recommendation and requested that angle parking be considered for Hubert Street due to limited parking, speeding and rat running in the street.

Council Officers advised that this is being considered as a separate issue and traffic counts are currently being undertaken on some of the streets in the area.

Mr Lineham stated he supported the recommendation and commented that Francis Street receives high traffic volumes from City West Link who use the road to avoid Norton Street. Mr Lineham stated that he spoke to residents of Francis Street and they would like to make a proposal to Council to half close Francis Street so vehicles can only exit into Darley Road.

(Mr Lineham, Mr Golinelli, Mr Streit and Mr Page left at 10.18am)

Councillor Da Cruz advised that she received three submissions from residents requesting for angle parking in Charles Street and notified the Committee of her intention to make a Notice of Motion at Council to investigate this request.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         The proposed Resident Parking Scheme in Elswick Street North, Charles Street, Hubert Street, Francis Street, and James Street, Leichhardt not be supported at the present time due to less than 50% support received from the consulted residents; and

2.         The proposed truck bans in the streets bounded by Darley Road – James Street – William Street – Elswick Street North, Leichhardt be approved, subject to RMS approval of the TMP.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 11    Margaret Street at Yara Avenue, Rozelle - Proposed 'No Stopping'        Restrictions (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received a request to signpost the statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at the corners of the Margaret Street and Yara Avenue (Rozelle) intersection, in order to prevent illegal parking and improve sight lines.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Yara Avenue, west of Margaret Street, Rozelle;

2.         A 14m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Yara Avenue, west of Margaret Street, Rozelle;

3.         An 11m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the western side of Margaret Street, north of Yara Avenue, Rozelle; and

4.         A 7m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the western side of Margaret Street, south of Yara Avenue, Rozelle.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Yara Avenue, west of Margaret Street, Rozelle;

2.         A 14m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Yara Avenue, west of Margaret Street, Rozelle;

3.         An 11m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the western side of Margaret Street, north of Yara Avenue, Rozelle; and

4.         A 7m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the western side of Margaret Street, south of Yara Avenue, Rozelle.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 12    Weynton Street at Piper Lane, Annandale - Proposed 'No Stopping'      Restrictions (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received a request to signpost the statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at the corners of the Weynton Street and Piper Lane (Annandale) intersection, in order to prevent illegal parking and improve sight lines.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Weynton Street, east of Piper Lane, Annandale; and

2.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Weynton Street, west of Piper Lane, Annandale.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Weynton Street, east of Piper Lane, Annandale; and

2.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Weynton Street, west of Piper Lane, Annandale.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 13    O'Neill Lane, Lilyfield (rear of No. 9 O'Neill Street) - Proposed     Extension of 'No Stopping' Zone (Balmain Ward/Balmain   Electorate/Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns regarding parked vehicles obstructing access to off-street parking in O’Neill Lane (between Grove Street and Grove Lane), Lilyfield.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT a 18m ‘No Stopping’ zone (including the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone from an intersection) be installed on the southern side of O’Neill Lane, west of Grove Lane, Lilyfield.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT a 18m ‘No Stopping’ zone (including the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone from an intersection) be installed on the southern side of O’Neill Lane, west of Grove Lane, Lilyfield.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 14    Reynolds Street at Evans Street, Balmain - Proposed 'No Stopping'      zones (Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received a request to signpost the statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Reynolds Street at the intersection of Evans Street, Balmain in order to prevent illegal parking and improve sight lines.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Reynolds Street, east of Evans Street, Balmain; and

2.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Reynolds Street, east of Evans Street, Balmain.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Reynolds Street, east of Evans Street, Balmain; and

2.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Reynolds Street, east of Evans Street, Balmain.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 15    Annesley Street at Balmain Road, Leichhardt - Proposed 'No      Stopping' zones (Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt          LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received a request to signpost the statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at the intersection of Annesley Street and Balmain Road, Leichhardt in order to prevent illegal parking and improve sightlines.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Annesley Street, east of Balmain Road;

2.         A 10 ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Annesley Street, east of Balmain Road; and

3.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Balmain Road, north of Annesley Street.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the northern side of Annesley Street, east of Balmain Road;

2.         A 10 ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Annesley Street, east of Balmain Road; and

3.         A 10m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Balmain Road, north of Annesley Street.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 16       Minor Traffic Facilities (All Wards/ All Electorates/ All LACs)

SUMMARY

This report considers minor traffic facility applications received by Inner West Council, including ‘Disabled Parking’ and ‘Work Zone’ requests.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be removed in front of No.48 Smith Street, Balmain as it is no longer required;

2.         A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.47 St Davids Road, Haberfield;

3.         A 3.7m (60-degree angle parking) ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.23 Charlotte Street, Lilyfield;

4.         A 9m (2 x 45-degree angle parking spaces) ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.213 Elswick Street, Leichhardt (St Columba’s Church), south of the existing pedestrian (zebra) crossing;

5.         ‘Disabled Parking’ signs be installed in the Marrickville and District Hardcourt Tennis Club car park at No.33 Centennial St, Marrickville, to supplement the existing line marked ‘Disabled Parking’ bays;

6.         A 10m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.114 and No.116 Louisa Road, Birchgrove;

7.         An 11m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.300 and No.302 Darling Street, Balmain; and

8.         A 12m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 8.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.2 Dougan Street, Ashfield.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be removed in front of No.48 Smith Street, Balmain as it is no longer required;

2.         A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.47 St Davids Road, Haberfield;

3.         A 3.7m (60-degree angle parking) ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.23 Charlotte Street, Lilyfield;

4.         A 9m (2 x 45-degree angle parking spaces) ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.213 Elswick Street, Leichhardt (St Columba’s Church), south of the existing pedestrian (zebra) crossing;

5.         ‘Disabled Parking’ signs be installed in the Marrickville and District Hardcourt Tennis Club car park at No.33 Centennial St, Marrickville, to supplement the existing line marked ‘Disabled Parking’ bays;

6.         A 10m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.114 and No.116 Louisa Road, Birchgrove;

7.         An 11m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 7.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.300 and No.302 Darling Street, Balmain; and

8.         A 12m ‘Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Fri and 8.00am – 1.00pm Sat’ be installed in front of No.2 Dougan Street, Ashfield.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 17    2018 Norton Street Italian Festa - Special Event (Leichhardt Ward/         Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

The proposed event, the Norton Street Italian Festa, is a street festival held annually celebrating the traditional Italian culture that is considered an essential part of the Leichhardt community.

To facilitate the event, it is proposed to close the following roads in the area between 3.00am and 8.00pm on Sunday, 28 October 2018.

·          Norton Street from Marion Street to William Street;

·          Marlborough Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

·          Short Street from Norton Street to Balmain Road;

·          Carlisle Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

·          Allen Street from Cromwell Street to Derbyshire Road;

·          Arthur Street from Allen Street to Short Street.

It is recommended that the 2018 Italian Festa Event to be held on Sunday, 28 October 2018 be supported, subject to complying with the following conditions:

The TMP and TCP being approved by the RMS as well as the Transport Management Centre, installation of a ‘Special Event Clearway’ restriction in Norton Street prior to the event, parking for the event be reserved in Short Street on both sides between Norton Street and the unnamed lane for Emergency Service vehicles, approval to conduct a public assembly be obtained from the NSW Police, all affected businesses, residents and other occupants be notified of the road closures, proposed event being forwarded to the appropriate authorities, including emergency services and a current Public Liability Insurance Policy be provided to Inner West Council, nominating Council as an interested party.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1)         The road closure application for the ‘Norton Street Italian Festa 2018’ on Sunday, 28 October 2018 be supported subject to the following conditions:

a)         The road closures be restricted to occur between 3:00am and 8:00pm on Sunday, 28 October 2018 at the following locations:

i.          Norton Street from Marion Street to William Street;

ii.         Marlborough Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

iii.        Short Street from Norton Street to Balmain Road;

iv.        Carlisle Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

v.         Allen Street from Cromwell Street to Derbyshire Road; and

vi.        Arthur Street from Allen Street to Short Street.

b)         Approval from RMS for the TMP and to install a ‘Special Event Clearway’ restriction in Norton Street be obtained prior to the event;

c)         Wetherill Street (Norton Street – Balmain Road) and Macauley Street (Cromwell Street – Norton Street) function as two way roads when Norton Street is closed to provide access for residents etc;

d)         Parking for the event be reserved in:

·          Short Street on both sides between Norton Street and the unnamed lane for Emergency Service vehicles;

·          William Street on the southern side between Norton Street and Derbyshire Road (Pioneers Memorial Park side). The angle parking in this area will be temporarily amended to allow parallel parking for Police horse floats etc;

e)         Approval from the Transport Management Centre to close the roads is obtained prior to the event;

f)          A three (3) metre unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Norton Street at all times;

g)         Approval to conduct a public assembly be obtained from the NSW Police prior to the event. A copy of the NSW Police approval must be forwarded to Council’s Traffic Section prior to the event.

h)         The applicant be requested to provide free bicycle valet parking at a central location (i.e. Short Street or Allen Street) including adequate ‘way finding’ signage to the public and include the availability of this service in promoting the event;

i)          Additional signs indicating ‘Bicycles Expected’ and ‘cyclists dismount’ be included with the road closure signs provided at the road closure points;

j)          The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been formally closed;

k)         That the set up and break down times occur at 3:30am and 7:00pm respectively and include additional waste staff at the break down to expedite the road openings;

l)          The entrance to the access way into Pioneers Memorial Park in Allen Street opposite Arthur Street be temporarily closed by barricades for security purposes during the event;

m)        All advertising of the event must encourage the use of Public Transport;

n)         All affected businesses, residents and other occupants be notified of the road closures, activities, parking changes and changes to public transport arrangements. Any concerns or requirements raised by business proprietors, residents and other occupants must be resolved or reasonably accommodated. The notification shall involve the following, at minimum an information letterbox drop distributed two weeks prior to the commencement of the event. The proposed information, distribution area and distribution period is to be submitted to Council’s Traffic Section for approval one week prior to distribution;

o)         The approved Traffic Management Plan must be implemented at the applicant’s expense;

p)         Where applicable, that the applicant provides and erects barricades and signage in accordance with Australian Standard AS 1742.3-1996: Traffic Control Devices for Works on Roads;

q)         All traffic controllers must hold RMS certification;

r)         The areas to be used for the activities must be maintained in a clean and tidy condition to the satisfaction of Council’s Group Manager Roads and Stormwater, or else the applicant will be required to reimburse Council for any extraordinary cleaning costs;

s)         Council’s Manager Resource Recovery Services must be notified of the cleanup arrangements;

t)          The conduct of any activities or use of any equipment required in conjunction with the road closures must not result in any “offensive noise” as defined by the Protection of Environment Operations Act 1997;

u)         Copies of approvals from Council, NSW Police, RMS and the approved Traffic Management Plan must be available on the site for inspection by NSW Police, WorkCover Inspectors, RMS Inspectors, or Council Officers;

v)         Applicant shall comply with any reasonable directive from Council’s Officers;

w)        A notice of the proposed closure be forwarded by the applicant to the NSW Police, Fire and Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services;

x)         Council and RMS must be indemnified against all claims for damage or injury that may result from either the activities or from the occupation of part of the public way during the road closures. The applicant must produce evidence of public risk insurance cover (under which the Council and RMS are indemnified) with a minimum policy value of at least $20,000,000;

2)         The following measures be provided to accommodate buses:

i.          Install temporary ‘Bus Zones’ to accommodate two buses on both sides of William Street between Norton Street and James Street;

ii.         Place barricades within 10m at the south-eastern corner of the Flood Street/William Street intersection to assist buses; and

iii.        No trucks (Festa) to be parked in the Marion Street ‘Bus Zone’ at the Norton Street intersection, outside the Town Hall.

3)         The Leichhardt Bus Depot be notified of the road closure and associated activities. Any concerns or requirements raised by the Leichhardt Depot manager must be resolved or accommodated by the applicant; and

4)         Council reserves the right to cancel the road closure approval at any time.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1)         The road closure application for the ‘Norton Street Italian Festa 2018’ on Sunday, 28 October 2018 be supported subject to the following conditions:

a)         The road closures be restricted to occur between 3:00am and 8:00pm on Sunday, 28 October 2018 at the following locations:

i.          Norton Street from Marion Street to William Street;

ii.         Marlborough Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

iii.        Short Street from Norton Street to Balmain Road;

iv.        Carlisle Street from Norton Street to Cromwell Street;

v.         Allen Street from Cromwell Street to Derbyshire Road; and

vi.        Arthur Street from Allen Street to Short Street.

b)         Approval from RMS for the TMP and to install a ‘Special Event Clearway’ restriction in Norton Street be obtained prior to the event;

c)         Wetherill Street (Norton Street – Balmain Road) and Macauley Street (Cromwell Street – Norton Street) function as two way roads when Norton Street is closed to provide access for residents etc;

d)         Parking for the event be reserved in:

·          Short Street on both sides between Norton Street and the unnamed lane for Emergency Service vehicles;

·          William Street on the southern side between Norton Street and Derbyshire Road (Pioneers Memorial Park side). The angle parking in this area will be temporarily amended to allow parallel parking for Police horse floats etc;

e)         Approval from the Transport Management Centre to close the roads is obtained prior to the event;

f)          A three (3) metre unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Norton Street at all times;

g)         Approval to conduct a public assembly be obtained from the NSW Police prior to the event. A copy of the NSW Police approval must be forwarded to Council’s Traffic Section prior to the event.

h)         The applicant be requested to provide free bicycle valet parking at a central location (i.e. Short Street or Allen Street) including adequate ‘way finding’ signage to the public and include the availability of this service in promoting the event;

i)          Additional signs indicating ‘Bicycles Expected’ and ‘cyclists dismount’ be included with the road closure signs provided at the road closure points;

j)          The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been formally closed;

k)         That the set up and break down times occur at 3:30am and 7:00pm respectively and include additional waste staff at the break down to expedite the road openings;

l)          The entrance to the access way into Pioneers Memorial Park in Allen Street opposite Arthur Street be temporarily closed by barricades for security purposes during the event;

m)        All advertising of the event must encourage the use of Public Transport;

n)         All affected businesses, residents and other occupants be notified of the road closures, activities, parking changes and changes to public transport arrangements. Any concerns or requirements raised by business proprietors, residents and other occupants must be resolved or reasonably accommodated. The notification shall involve the following, at minimum an information letterbox drop distributed two weeks prior to the commencement of the event. The proposed information, distribution area and distribution period is to be submitted to Council’s Traffic Section for approval one week prior to distribution;

o)         The approved Traffic Management Plan must be implemented at the applicant’s expense;

p)         Where applicable, that the applicant provides and erects barricades and signage in accordance with Australian Standard AS 1742.3-1996: Traffic Control Devices for Works on Roads;

q)         All traffic controllers must hold RMS certification;

r)         The areas to be used for the activities must be maintained in a clean and tidy condition to the satisfaction of Council’s Group Manager Roads and Stormwater, or else the applicant will be required to reimburse Council for any extraordinary cleaning costs;

s)         Council’s Manager Resource Recovery Services must be notified of the cleanup arrangements;

t)          The conduct of any activities or use of any equipment required in conjunction with the road closures must not result in any “offensive noise” as defined by the Protection of Environment Operations Act 1997;

u)         Copies of approvals from Council, NSW Police, RMS and the approved Traffic Management Plan must be available on the site for inspection by NSW Police, WorkCover Inspectors, RMS Inspectors, or Council Officers;

v)         Applicant shall comply with any reasonable directive from Council’s Officers;

w)        A notice of the proposed closure be forwarded by the applicant to the NSW Police, Fire and Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services;

x)         Council and RMS must be indemnified against all claims for damage or injury that may result from either the activities or from the occupation of part of the public way during the road closures. The applicant must produce evidence of public risk insurance cover (under which the Council and RMS are indemnified) with a minimum policy value of at least $20,000,000;

2)         The following measures be provided to accommodate buses:

i.          Install temporary ‘Bus Zones’ to accommodate two buses on both sides of William Street between Norton Street and James Street;

ii.         Place barricades within 10m at the south-eastern corner of the Flood Street/William Street intersection to assist buses; and

iii.        No trucks (Festa) to be parked in the Marion Street ‘Bus Zone’ at the Norton Street intersection, outside the Town Hall.

3)         The Leichhardt Bus Depot be notified of the road closure and associated activities. Any concerns or requirements raised by the Leichhardt Depot manager must be resolved or accommodated by the applicant; and

4)         Council reserves the right to cancel the road closure approval at any time.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 18    Dixson Avenue, Dulwich Hill –Traffic Calming Design Plan 10005 –        Intersection narrowing and threshold treatment at Old Canterbury   Road (Ashfield Ward /Summer Hill Electorate/ Ashfield & Inner     West LAC)

SUMMARY

A detailed design plan for the proposed traffic calming improvements in Dixson Avenue, Dulwich Hill at its intersection with Old Canterbury Road, as part of the Dulwich Hill North LATM study implementation, was finalised and presented at the 7 August 2018 Traffic Committee meeting (LTC0818 Item 4) for approval. A resident of Dixson Avenue attended and objected to the proposal as it resulted in the loss of two parking spaces. The resident stated that there is the potential to retain one of the parking spaces if the kerb extension was reduced. The resident also attended Council’s meeting of 28 August 2018 and Council resolved to resubmit the matter back to the Committee for consideration.

Officer’s Recommendation

For the Traffic Committee to consider.

DISCUSSION

Council Officers presented the alternative design plan (Option 2) for the proposed traffic calming improvements as first presented by the resident at the Council meeting. Council Officers explained the differences between the two design plans:

Option 1 (the original design presented at August LTC meeting):

·          There will be a loss of two parking spaces.

·          The centre line remains as is.

·          Service vehicles can make left and right turns without crossing the centre line.

·          First car parking space not located within 10m of the intersection.

Option 2:

·          There will be a loss of one parking space.

·          One parking space will be within the statutory 10m zone.

·          It is proposed that the centre line be moved 1m across to accommodate turning circles. However, service vehicles turning left or right would still cross the centre line.

Council Officers explained in relation to Option 2 that the parking space, although closer than 10m to the intersection, it would be indented and on the downstream to traffic so sightlines to pedestrians was clear.

The RMS representative stated that he had no concerns with retaining a parking space in the ‘No Stopping’ zone in Option 2 as the sight distance is adequate at the corner. However, the representative was concerned with vehicles having to negotiate a more complex turn and vehicles crossing the centre line.  The representative suggested removing the parking space outside No.5 Dixson Avenue as it appears this space causes vehicles to cross the centre line.

The RMS representative also stated that the proposed at-grade threshold at the entry of Dixson Street is not necessary. The representative advised that at-grade thresholds are typically used for gateway treatments for 40km/h zones with high pedestrian activity. He stated that black asphalt is more appropriate for Dixson Street as it is a 50km/h zone and a low pedestrian activity area. The representative raised a concern that entry threshold treatments used in high pedestrian areas could lose their effect if they became a common treatment for streets with low pedestrian activity.

Council Officers commented that the proposed threshold treatment came from the Dulwich Hill North Local Area Traffic Management study which recommended encouraging slower speeds in the area and is not a treatment for every street. Council Officers stated that Dixson Street would have relatively few truck movements.

The Police representative supported Option 2 given the low usage of the streets by trucks and the retention of an extra parking space.

The Committee members agreed to endorse Option 2 and agreed with the removal of the at-grade threshold at the entry to Dixson Street.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         Option 2 of the detailed design plan of the kerb extension and associated signs and line markings at the intersection of Dixson Avenue and Old Canterbury Road, Dulwich Hill be APPROVED.

2.         The new at-grade threshold be removed from the design plan.  

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 19    Petersham Area M5 extension of Permit Parking (Stanmore        Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

Following representation to Council a proposal for an extension of the existing M5 permit parking area was circulated to residents for comment. Given the feedback from residents a revised proposal has been developed. The revised proposal addresses concerns raised by residents and offers a balanced approach to providing permit parking and unrestricted parking in the area.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Brighton Street (southern side) between property no. 93 and West Street;

2.         ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Brighton Street (southern side) between Palace Street and Station Street;

3.         ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Brighton Street (northern side) between property no. 92 and Station Street;

4.         ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on Wentworth Street (western side) between Brighton Street and the cul de sac;

5.         ‘2P Permit Holders Excepted 8:30am-10pm Monday to Friday Area M5’ be installed on West Street (western side) between Brighton Street and the cul de sac; and

6.         Implement Statutory No Stopping in conjunction with resident parking where required.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed to defer the item to allow time for Committee members to consider the item.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the Item be deferred and considered at the 2 October 2018 meeting.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 20    Seaview Street and Yeo Avenue, Ashfield - Installation of statutory       'No Stopping' restrictions. (Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Ashfield LAC)

SUMMARY

Statutory 10 metre length ‘No Stopping’ restrictions are proposed on the Seaview Street corners of the intersection of Seaview Street and Yeo Avenue, Ashfield. The signage would assist to regulate parking and improve sight view and vehicle access in and out of Yeo Avenue.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         A 10m length ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Seaview Street, west of Yeo Avenue; and

2.         A 10 m length ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Seaview Street, east of Yeo Avenue.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         A 10m length ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Seaview Street, west of Yeo Avenue; and

2.         A 10 m length ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the southern side of Seaview Street, east of Yeo Avenue.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0918 Item 21    Eliza Street, Newtown – Temporary Road Closure For The Newtown    Good Food Fair 2018 – Sunday 14 October 2018 (Stanmore          Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

A Section 68 application has been submitted to Council by the Newtown Precinct Business Association (NPBA), in collaboration with Council’s Economic Development Unit for the holding of the Newtown Good Food Fair in Eliza St, Newtown on Sunday 14 October 2018. The event will necessitate the temporary road closure of Eliza Street for the section between King Street and Lennox Street, Newtown from 6.00am to 8.00pm.

It is recommended that the proposed temporary road closure of Eliza Street on Sunday 14 October 2018 be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

Officer’s Recommendation