AGENDA R

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

PRECIS

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

Present:

Darcy Byrne

Victor Macri

Marghanita Da Cruz

Lucille McKenna OAM

Colin Hesse

Tom Kiat

Pauline Lockie

Julie Passas

Vittoria Raciti

John Stamolis

Louise Steer

Anna York
Michael Deegan

Elizabeth Richardson

Mayor

Deputy Mayor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Chief Executive Officer

Deputy General Manager Assets and Environment

John Warburton

Deputy General Manager Community and Engagement

Brooke Martin

David Birds

Group Manager Properties, Major Building Projects and Facilities

Group Manager Strategic Planning

Ian Naylor

Katherine Paixao

Manager Civic Governance

Governance Coordinator

Motion: (Stamolis/Byrne)

THAT the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on Tuesday, 23 July 2019 be confirmed as a correct record.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Nil

C0819(1) Item 20       Mayoral Minute: Tempe Reserve Partnerships

Motion: (Byrne)

THAT:

1.   Council notes and supports the ongoing discussion with Newington College regarding it’s in principle commitment to a possible financial contribution to the upgrade of Tempe Reserve;

2.   Council further notes the resolution of 28 May 2019 that Council continue to explore opportunities for partnerships for synthetic surface recreation facilities provision;

3.   Results of any further negotiations with all external parties be reported to Council at the conclusion of those negotiations in tandem with the Plan of Management for the Reserve; and

4.   The project must result in increased use of the grounds by multiple local sporting clubs including local soccer clubs.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Crs Da Cruz, Hesse and Kiat

C0819(1) Item 21       Mayoral Minute: Footpaths Surrounding Balmain Hospital

Motion: (Byrne)

THAT:

1.   Council prioritise the delivery of funded footpath renewal works adjacent to Balmain Hospital to be completed before the end of this year; and

2.   Officers engage with Hospital management in the development of the scope of footpath renewal works and pedestrian and traffic safety treatments required to ensure priority areas are addressed.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Nil

C0819(1) Item 22       Mayoral Minute: Greenway Challenges

Motion: (Byrne)

THAT:

1.   Council write to the relevant Ministers requesting their assistance in obtaining approvals from agencies currently preventing work from going ahead on the completion of the GreenWay and send a copy of these letters to the Member for Summer Hill and Member for Balmain seeking their support;

2.   Subsequent to landowners consent being obtained for the development application and prior to the application being submitted that the revised concept plans be reported back to an Ordinary Council meeting for review; and

3.   Council recommit to amendments to the Master Plan incorporated by Councillors at the time of its adoption.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Nil

C0819(1) Item 1  Public Domain Master Plan for the Dulwich Hill Station Precinct

Motion: (Passas/Kiat)

THAT:

1.       Council adopts the Public Domain Master Plan for the Dulwich Hill Station Precinct (Attachment 1); and

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

3.       Council express its strong preference that the Masterplan's option to underground the electrical infrastructure to allow for the planting of large trees be pursued.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Nil

Amendment (Kiat/Hesse)

THAT Council express its strong preference that the Masterplan's option to underground the electrical infrastructure to allow for the planting of large trees be pursued.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Crs Macri, Passas and Raciti

As the Amendment was carried, it was incorporated into the Primary Motion.

C0819(1) Item 2  Land and Property Strategy

Motion: (Byrne/Passas)

THAT Council:

1. Endorse the Land and Property Strategy shown as Attachment 1;

2. Endorse the Land and Property Policy shown in Attachment 2;

3. Rescind the former Policies including Ashfield Council Leasing Policy 2016, Leichhardt Council Leasing Policy 2010, Residential Leasing Policy 2010, Sale of Council Land Policy 2011, Airspace Leases Policy 2012, Marrickville Council Dividing fences Policy 1994, Leasing of Community Facilities Policy 2007;

4. Adopt a category of Neighbourhood Centre in the Land and Property Strategy.

a.    Identify the Newtown Neighbourhood Centre and Summer Hill Community Centre as the two organisations currently located in Council properties which are allocated to this category. The definition of Neighbourhood Centre is to include only organisations that provide generalist neighbourhood services and advice, accessed by a wide cross-section of the community and have an existing, longstanding tenancy in Council premises;

b.    Adopt a policy of a 100 per cent accommodation grant to Neighbourhood Centres to cover all rental costs;

c.    Require Neighbourhood Centres to pay the costs outgoings;

d.    Review existing grants to Neighbourhood Centres with a view to increasing the grant to reflect increased costs since the grants were first established; and

e.    Establish formalised quarterly meetings between Council officers and the Board of Neighbourhood Centres to assist in collaboration, joint programing and maintenance of the premises.

5. Consult with Newtown Neighbourhood Centre and Summer Hill community Centre on the detail of the Neighbourhood Centre policy, confirm current subleasing and hiring revenue identify services provided and report back to Council urgently;

6. Pending the finalisation of the Neighbourhood Centre policy give in principle support to entering into a new lease with each Neighbourhood Centre of a minimum of 5 years; and

7. Advise and engage with all tenants throughout the implementation of the LAPS, in order to actively support the continuity of essential community services delivered from tenanted properties.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Crs Da Cruz, Hesse and Kiat

Amendment (Macri/Passas)

Amend point 4b to include ‘(subject to them demonstrating their need for 100 per cent subsidy to benefit the community)’.

Motion Lost

For Motion:                 Crs Macri, Passas and Raciti

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

Foreshadowed Motion (Kiat/Hesse)

·                     THAT the item be deferred pending a Councillor briefing addressing the community engagement results, how the LAPS will address Council’s strategic community objectives as well as its budgetary objectives, and how the accommodation grants will be applied so as not to unfairly disadvantage existing tenants.

This Foreshowed Motion lapsed.

C0819(1) Item 4  Referral Of Draft 30 June 2019 Financial Statements For Audit.

Motion: (Macri/McKenna OAM)

THAT Council refer Council’s draft 2018/19 Financial Reports for audit pursuant to S413 of the Local Government Act 1993.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Nil

C0819(1) Item 5  Notice of Alteration: To Alter C0518 Item 1 Richard Murden Reserve - Provision of Three Netball Courts - 22 May 2018

Motion:  (Passas/Byrne)

THAT:

1. Council install additional fencing to enclose the perimeter of the facility. Funding for the estimated $25,000 cost of this to be drawn from the $3.6 Million budgeted for the greenway northern links; and

2. Netball clubs using the facility for evening training be required to lock the courts at the conclusion of training and that council seek to vary the contract for closure and opening of the nearby Richard Murden Reserve toilet block to allow for the netball/basketball courts to be opened each morning and closed on the evenings on which netball training doesn’t take place. If necessary, any further budget variation required could be reported back to Council.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Nil

Amendment (Da Cruz/Hesse)

THAT Council install 8 foot high netball hoops for junior players.

Motion Lost

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

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

C0819(1) Item 6  Notice of Motion: Inner West Music Grants 2019

Motion: (Hesse/York)

THAT Council adopts the Inner West Music Grants 2019 recommended by officers deferred from the meeting of the 25 June 2019.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Crs Macri, Passas and Raciti

Amendment (Stamolis)

THAT Council review the smaller grants for LGBTQI for possible inclusion in the grants program.

The Mayor ruled this amendment out of order.

C0819(1) Item 7  Notice of Motion: Tillman Park Unwins Bridge Road Pedestrian Crossing

Motion: (York/Hesse)

THAT Council:

1. Notes Continued reports of serious accidents and near misses at Tillman Park Unwins Bridge Road crossing;

2. Notes the regular representations made by members of the community and residents local to the area regarding concerns for pedestrian safety at the crossing, in the context of high demand for pedestrian access to Tillman Park and the adjacent childcare centre;

3. Notes the officers’ recommendation in response to Item C0819(1) that previous reviews of the crossing have informed the view that a signalised crossing and footpath widening is required to improve pedestrian safety, and maintain pedestrian access to the park and childcare centre;

4. Notes that Council officers have made submissions to RMS for an upgrade, and a submission for 2019 Black Spot grant funding to undertake these pedestrian safety works; and

5. Makes representations from the Mayor to RMS and relevant agencies to advocate for an upgrade and/or Black Spot grant funding to support improved pedestrian safety and safe pedestrian access at this spot.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:                    Nil

C0819(1) Item 8  Notice of Motion: Heritage Conservation Areas: Lilyfield

Motion: (Stamolis/Hesse)

THAT Council:

1.   Report back on current progress in regard to possibilities for expanding or creating heritage conservation areas in Lilyfield; and

2.   Organise a local meeting of residents to discuss possibilities for expanding or creating heritage conservation areas in Lilyfield.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:                    Nil

C0819(1) Item 9  Notice of Motion: Motions for Local Government NSW Conference

Motion: (Hesse/Byrne)

THAT Council submit the following motions to the 2019 Local Government NSW Conference:

1. That BASIX be maintained as a minimum standard for assessment in the construction or renovation of buildings, but that each local government area be able to amend the BASIX formula to lift the environmental performance of new buildings or renovations of existing structures where the cost of renovations exceeds $100, 000;

2. That the NSW Government not allow Councils to re-zone land for which the cost of local infrastructure does receive the full cost of that infrastructure from developer contributions;

3. That Local Government NSW call upon the NSW Government to phase out the use of private certifiers over the next three years and return certification to local government to eliminate the conflict if interest inherent in private certification of development;

4. That Local Government NSW works with the NSW and Federal Government to immediately develop an Australian based recycling industry to ensure the safe re-use or disposal of recycled materials in NSW and Australia; and

5. That Local Government NSW seeks to support core local businesses in shopping strips such as greengrocers, butchers, bakeries, chemists and the like to ensure the viability of independent small retailers and of main street.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:                    Nil

C0819(1) Item 10       Notice of Motion: Staff Commendation for Homelessness        Program

Motion: (Byrne/Stamolis)

THAT Council commend officers for their extraordinary work in coordinating Council’s homelessness outreach program, and their winning of the Community Partnerships and Collaboration Excellence award from the Local Government Excellence Awards.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:                    Nil

C0819(1) Item 11       Notice of Motion: Soap Box session Prior to Council Meetings

Motion: (Passas/Byrne)

THAT Council to introduce opportunities for the public to speak to Councillors such as soap box forums at Town Hall meetings across the LGA.

Motion Tied

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Raciti and York

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

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

Foreshadowed Motion (Stamolis/Hesse)

THAT Council investigate options for forums across the LGA and report back to Council in September 2019.

This Foreshadowed Motion lapsed.

C0819(1) Item 12       Notice of Motion: Staff Positions

Motion: (Passas/Macri)

THAT Council receives a confidential report on the activities of positions of Office of Sport Coordinator, Multicultural officer, Pride Centre Community Projects Officer, WestConnex Community Liaison Officer and Place Manager Greenway.

Motion Lost

For Motion:                 Crs Macri, Passas, Raciti and Stamolis

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

C0819(1) Item 13       Notice of Motion: Council's Newsletters and Flyers

Motion: (Passas/Raciti)

THAT Councillors’ input and suggestions be sought and included in all Council

newsletters and that draft copies be made available to Councillors prior to printing and distribution.

Motion Lost

For Motion:                 Crs Macri, Passas and Raciti

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

C0819(1) Item 14       Notice of Motion: Parking in Front of Children Play Area,         Haberfield

Motion: (Passas/Byrne)

THAT Council investigate the provision of 2 Hour restricted parking in the parking spaces immediately in front of the children play area near the Haberfield Light Rail stop.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:                    Nil

C0819(1) Item 15       Notice of Motion: Congratulations to Lucy's Florist

Motion: (Passas/Raciti)

That a letter be sent to Lucy’s Florist on the well-deserved award and Council publicly congratulate this business on the Council page in the Inner West Courier and on Council’s website.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:                    Nil

C0819(1) Item 16       Notice of Motion: Council's Responsibility to Resident's Amenity

Motion: (Passas/Raciti)

THAT:

1. Council direct the Chief Executive Officer to arrange for the removal of political posters on power poles on a daily basis; and

2. A report be brought back to Council with the view that Council offers our local businesses and services advertising space on Council garbage bins and other appropriate spaces with an acceptable fee which would be a win win for all concerned.

Motion Tied

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Macri, McKenna OAM, Passas, Raciti and York

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

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

C0819(1) Item 17       Notice of Motion: Free Wifi

Motion: (Stamolis/Byrne)

THAT Council:

1.   Report back on its free Wifi program including any recent changes and proposed expansion of this program; and

2.   Provide some basic usage statistics for those areas which currently have a free Council Wifi service.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:                    Cr Passas

C0819(1) Item 19       Update on Ashfield Pool

Motion: (McKenna OAM/Byrne)

THAT Council receive and note the report.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:                    Cr Passas

C0819(1) Item 3  Land and Property Strategy Initiatives

Procedural motion (Kiat/Byrne)

THAT Council deal with each recommendation in the report separately.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Nil

Elliott Street Wharf restaurant

Motion: (Byrne/Stamolis)

THAT Council endorse the Elliot Street Wharf restaurant initiative including community engagement on the concept and future use, demolition of the existing former restaurant building, construction of a new kiosk and seating area and reclassification of the subject land in Paringa Reserve.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Cr Kiat

Foreshadowed motion (Kiat)

THAT the item be deferred pending Councillor briefing and community consultation.

This Foreshowed Motion lapsed.

Hay Street Car park

Motion: (Byrne/Passas)

THAT Council defer this item for 1 month.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Nil

Councillor Passas retired from the Meeting at 9:55 pm.

ADJOURNMENT

9.55pm - The Mayor, Clr Byrne adjourned the meeting for a short recess.

9.57pm– The Mayor, Clr Byrne resumed the meeting.

Chester Street Carpark

Motion: (Macri/Raciti)

THAT Council:

1.    Endorse the sale of the Chester Street Petersham carpark by public tender including provision of increased car spaces, cash and/or affordable housing and report back to Council on the outcomes of the tender process; and

2.    That the EOI includes:

a.    a requirement that any future development has net positive benefits to local traffic and parking conditions; and

b.    sympathetic design and architectural quality with the character and heritage of the surrounding area, including the adjacent Beynon and Hayward building, in order to enact the sale.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Byrne, Lockie, Macri, McKenna OAM, Raciti, Stamolis, Steer and York

Against Motion:          Crs Da Cruz, Hesse and Kiat

Absent:                        Cr Passas

Amendment (Kiat/Steer)

THAT the tender/EOI specify that any residential development on the proposed site must include at least 30% affordable housing, with these units to be transferred into Council’s ownership for management in accordance with Council’s Affordable Housing Policy.

Motion Lost

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

Against Motion:          Crs Byrne, Macri, McKenna OAM, Raciti, Stamolis and York

Absent:                                  Cr Passas

C0819(1) Item 18       Dawn Fraser Baths Essential Maintenance Project - Head         Contractor Tender Recommendation

Motion: (Byrne/Stamolis)

THAT:

1.   Council endorse the final budget and program for the Dawn Fraser Baths ‘Essential Maintenance’ Project; and

2.   A contract is awarded to Belmadar Pty Ltd for the Dawn Fraser Baths ‘Essential Maintenance’ Head Contractor works for $5,165,225 excluding GST.

Motion Carried

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

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                                  Cr Passas

Item #

Speaker                     

Suburb

Item 20:

Peter Yates

Director Corporate Services Newington College

Item 5:

Liliana Sanacore

Analiese Cairis

Haberfield

Haberfield

Item 7:

Lisa Sandik

 Sydenham

Item 8:

Anne-Therese King

Gary Rowley

Louise Appel

Lilyfield

Lilyfield

Lilyfield

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RECOMMENDATION

THAT Council adopt the amended draft Tree Management DCP shown as Attachment 1 and replace the existing controls as set out in:

a.   Part 2.20 Tree Management of the Marrickville Development control 2011;

b.   Part 4 Tree Preservation and Management and Tree Replacement and New Tree Planting contained within Chapter C, Sustainability of the Inner West Comprehensive Development Control Plan (DCP) 2016 for Ashbury, Ashfield, Croydon, Croydon Park, Haberfield, Hurlstone Park and Summer Hill; and

c.   C1.14 Tree Management contained with part C – Place of the Leichardt DCP 2013.

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Draft Tree Management DCP as exhibited with changes

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RECOMMENDATION

THAT Council determine whether it wishes to make a submission to the Panel in relation to the proposal, and if so, the contents of such submission.

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RECOMMENDATION

THAT Council:

1.       Approve the re-establishment of Alcohol Prohibited Areas for New Year’s Eve from Tuesday, 31 December noon to Wednesday, 1 January 3:00am for 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022 at Yurulbin, Birchgrove, Miklouho-Maclay, Mort Bay, 2-8 Weston Street and Thornton Parks, College Street Playground, Simmons Point, Lookes Avenue, Illoura, Harris and Brownlee Reserves; and

2.       Approve the re-establishment of Alcohol-Free Areas for New Year’s Eve from Tuesday, 31 December noon to Wednesday, 1 January 3:00am for 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022 at Darling Street Wharf, Weston Street, Lookes Avenue and Darling Street between Duke Street and Darling Street Wharf.

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RECOMMENDATION

THAT the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 5 August 2019 be received and the recommendations be adopted.

1.⇩

Minutes LTC Meeting 5th August 2019

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Clr Victor Macri

Councillor – Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward (Chair)

Bill Holliday

Representative for Jamie Parker MP, Member for Balmain

Chris Woods

Representative for Ron Hoenig MP, Member for Heffron

Zack Solomon

Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill

Sgt Paul Vlachos

NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command

Ryan Horne

Roads and Maritime Services

OFFICERS IN ATTENDANCE

SC Tony Kenny

NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command

Ram Sritharan

Roads and Maritime Services

Asith Nagodavithane

Transit Systems – Inner West Bus Services

Colin Jones

Inner West Bicycle Coalition

Clr Marghanita da Cruz

Councillor – Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward

Wal Petschler

IWC’s Group Manager Roads, Traffic and Stormwater

John Stephens

IWC’s Traffic and Transport Services Manager

Manod Wickramasinghe

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic and Parking Services (North)

George Tsaprounis

IWC’s Coordinator Traffic and Parking Services (South)

Pierre Ayoub

IWC’s Acting Design Services Coordinator

Sunny Jo

IWC’s Traffic and Parking Planner

David Milliken

IWC’s Strategy Manager

Albert Madrigal

IWC’s Senior Strategic Planner

Christina Ip

IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Jason Bruer

Item 1 – Resident

Alex Dilworth

Item 1 – Resident

Kelsie Dadd

Item 1 – Resident

Bailan Devereaux

Item 1 – Resident

Chris Rapp

Item 1 – Resident

Sandra Siebert

Item 7 – Resident

Ron Siebert

Item 7 – Resident

Ian Zhang

Item 7 – Resident

Helen Yang

Item 7 – Resident

Brett Andrews

Item 12 –  Connect Inner West Community Transport

Christopher Vanneste

Item 16 – GoGet Car Share

APOLOGIES:    

Nil.

Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Monday, 1 July 2019 were confirmed.

LTC0819 Item 1 Warren Road Traffic Study (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

The Warren Road Traffic Study reviewed the one-way westbound proposal for Warren Road, Marrickville between Carrington and Illawarra Roads. The study considered three options to improve traffic flow and safety in Warren Road. Community engagement on the three options was undertaken in June 2019 and the results are presented within this report.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         As a result of the level of support from the community, Council support in principle a westbound one-way traffic movement in Warren Road between Carrington Road and Illawarra Road;

2.         A Traffic Management Plan for the one-way westbound traffic in Warren Road between Carrington Road and Illawarra Road be submitted to the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) for approval;

3.         Council submit amended traffic control signal design plans for the intersection of Warren Road and Illawarra Road to facilitate a one-way westbound traffic movement in Warren Road between Carrington Road and Illawarra Road to RMS for its approval;

4.         Implementation of the one-way traffic change in Warren Road, including signposting and linemarking to facilitate a one-way westbound traffic movement in Warren Road between Carrington Road and Illawarra Road, be reported back to the Traffic Committee prior to implementation;

5.         Renwick Street be marked with parking edge lines and centrelines as illustrated in Appendix C, and two temporary mid-block speed radar display signs between Excelsior Parade and Carrington Road be installed prior to the implementation of the one-way movement in Warren Road;

6.         The 3 tonne load limit in Renwick Street be removed prior to the implementation of the one-way movement in Warren Road;

7.         That Renwick Street be included in Council’s Slow Down in My Street program and Speed Radar program for implementation in the current year;

8.         Woolworths Marrickville be requested to implement a more equitable spread of truck delivery times to the loading dock; and

9.         That affected residents and businesses be advised of the traffic changes prior to implementation of the one-way movement in Warren Road.

DISCUSSION

Public speakers: Jason Bruer, Alex Dilworth and Kelsie Dadd attended at 10.01am

Mr Bruer and Mr Dilworth supported the recommendation as they believed it is the only option that will address the traffic and safety problems in Warren Road.

Ms Dadd supported the recommendation for the same reasons and suggested a further traffic management study be undertaken for the larger area surrounding Warren Road.

(Mr Bruer, Mr Dilworth and Ms Dadd left at 10.14am)

Public speakers: Bailan Devereaux and Chris Rapp attended at 10.14am

Ms Devereaux did not support the recommendation indicating that the proposed changes will divert heavy vehicles from Warren Road into Renwick Street and increase traffic speeds and total traffic volume in Renwick Street.

Mr Rapp did not support the recommendation as it does not address pedestrian safety which will be impacted by an increase in traffic volumes in Renwick Street.

(Ms Devereaux and Mr Rapp left at 10.24am)

The RMS representative supported the proposal in principle; however, indicated that the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) submitted to the RMS is still under review and may require further discussion with Council. RMS needs to review and consider how the increase in traffic turning right from Warren Road onto Illawarra Road to use Renwick Street will impact the operation of the Illawarra Road signalised intersection.

Council Officers will consider ‘No Entry, Bicycles Excepted’ signage at Warren Road or converting the bidirectional bicycle lane on Warren Road to a contraflow lane as part of the proposal, as requested by the Inner West Bicycle Coalition representative.

The Committee members agreed in principle to the Officer’s recommendation, subject to further discussions with RMS to resolve any outstanding traffic management issues.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         A westbound one-way traffic movement in Warren Road between Carrington Road and Illawarra Road, be supported “in-principle”.

2.         Council Officers continue to liaise with RMS and provide any further information requested to assist their review of the TMP.

3.         A further report be provided to the Traffic Committee once RMS review of TMP is completed.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 2 Terrace Road / Ness Avenue, Dulwich Hill – Temporary Full Road Closure of Rail Underpass just north of the roundabout at Ewart Street – Sydney Metro (SSJ) early enabling works on T3 Line (DJARRAWUNANG-ASHFIELD WARD / SUMMER HILL ELECTORATE / INNER WEST PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from Sydney Metro (SSJ) for the temporary full road closure of the rail underpass on Terrace Road / Ness Avenue just north of the roundabout at Ewart Street, Dulwich Hill for a two day period from 12am Saturday, 28 September until 11.50pm Sunday, 29 September 2019 in order to carry out early enabling works on the Rail bridge. The road will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic, including emergency vehicles and local residents. It is recommended that the proposed temporary full road closures be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposed temporary full road closure of the rail underpass on Terrace Road / Ness Avenue just north of the roundabout at Ewart Street, Dulwich Hill for a two  day period being 12am Saturday, 28 September until 11.50pm Sunday, 29  September 2019 be approved, in order to carry out early enabling works on the Rail bridge subject to, but not limited to, the following conditions:

a)         The application and TMP be submitted to RMS for approval;

b)         A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre;

c)         All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders; and

d)         The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the proposed temporary full road closure of the rail underpass on Terrace Road / Ness Avenue just north of the roundabout at Ewart Street, Dulwich Hill for a two  day period being 12am Saturday, 28 September until 11.50pm Sunday, 29  September 2019 be approved, in order to carry out early enabling works on the Rail bridge subject to, but not limited to, the following conditions:

a)         The application and TMP be submitted to RMS for approval;

b)         A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre;

c)         All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders; and

d)         The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 3 Burrows Avenue, Sydenham – Temporary Full Road Closures - Sydney Metro Sydenham Station and Junction (SSJ) Works (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Heffron Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from Sydney Metro Sydenham Station and Junction (SSJ) for the temporary full road closure of Burrows Avenue, between Hogan Avenue and Gleeson Avenue, Sydenham on 3 separate occasions from 9pm Friday, 30 August to 4.30am Monday, 2 September 2019; 9pm Friday, 25 October to 4.30am Monday, 28 October 2019 and 9pm Friday, 13 December to 4.30am Monday, 16 December 2019 in order to carry out upgrading works at Sydenham Station. The street will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic, including emergency vehicles and local residents. It is recommended that the proposed temporary full road closures be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposed temporary full road closure of Burrows Avenue, between Hogan Avenue and Gleeson Avenue, Sydenham on 3 separate occasions from 9pm Friday, 30 August to 4.30am Monday, 2 September 2019; 9pm Friday, 25 October to 4.30am Monday, 28 October 2019 and 9pm Friday, 13 December to 4.30am Monday, 16 December 2019 be approved, in  order to carry out upgrading works at Sydenham Station, subject to the following conditions:

a)         The application and TMP be submitted to RMS for approval;

b)         A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre;

c)         All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders; and

d)         The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

DISCUSSION

The representative for the Member for Heffron asked for an update on the investigation into the possible installation of marked pedestrian crossings at Burrows Avenue and Hogan Avenue. Council Officers advised that pedestrian vs. vehicle data provided by the applicant did not meet the RMS requirements for a marked pedestrian crossing. At present, the dates of construction for the proposed pedestrian refuge facilities are unknown; however, Council Officers will request further information and provide to the representative for the Member for Heffron. 

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the proposed temporary full road closure of Burrows Avenue, between Hogan Avenue and Gleeson Avenue, Sydenham on 3 separate occasions from 9pm Friday, 30 August to 4.30am Monday, 2 September 2019; 9pm Friday, 25 October to 4.30am Monday, 28 October 2019 and 9pm Friday, 13 December to 4.30am Monday, 16 December 2019 be approved, in  order to carry out upgrading works at Sydenham Station, subject to the following conditions:

a)         The application and TMP be submitted to RMS for approval;

b)         A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre;

c)         All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders; and

d)         The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 4 Albermarle Street, Marrickville – Temporary Full Road Closure of Rail Overbridge south of Challis Street -  Sydney Metro (SSJ) early enabling works on T3 Line (MIDJUBURI-MARRICKVILLE WARD / SUMMER HILL ELECTORATE / INNER WEST PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from Sydney Metro (SSJ) for the temporary full road closure of the rail over bridge on Albermarle Street just south of Challis Avenue, Marrickville for a ten day period scheduled from 12am Sunday, 2 September to 11.50pm Thursday, 12 September 2019 (contingency up to midnight Thursday, 19 September 2019) in order to carry out early enabling works on the Rail Overbridge. The road will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic, including emergency vehicles and local residents. It is recommended that the proposed temporary full road closures be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposed temporary full road closure of Albermarle Street (between Challis Avenue and Kays Avenue East), Marrickville for a ten day period scheduled from  12am Sunday 2 September to 11.50pm Thursday 12 September 2019 (contingency up to 11.50pm Thursday, 19 September 2019) be approved, in order to carry out early enabling works on the Rail Overbridge  subject to, but not limited to, the following conditions:

a)         The application and TMP be submitted to RMS for approval;

b)         A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre;

c)         All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders; and

d)         The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the proposed temporary full road closure of Albermarle Street (between Challis Avenue and Kays Avenue East), Marrickville for a ten day period scheduled from  12am Sunday 2 September to 11.50pm Thursday 12 September 2019 (contingency up to 11.50pm Thursday, 19 September 2019) be approved, in order to carry out early enabling works on the Rail Overbridge  subject to, but not limited to, the following conditions:

a)         The application and TMP be submitted to RMS for approval;

b)         A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre;

c)         All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders; and

d)         The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 5 Marrickville Road, Marrickville – Temporary full Road Closures for Marrickville Festival on Sunday 20 October 2019 – DA201700334 -        (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

The 'Marrickville Festival' is an annual event and this year will be held on Sunday, 20 October 2019. As in previous years, the event will necessitate the temporary full road closure of Marrickville Road (between Petersham Road and Victoria Road), Illawarra Road (between Sydenham Road and Petersham Road), Alex Travellion Plaza and the Calvert Street car park along with short sections of Malakoff Street, Despointes Street, Silver Street, Garners Avenue, Gladstone Street and Frampton Avenue where these streets intersect Marrickville Road, Marrickville.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         The proposed temporary full road closure of Marrickville Road (between Petersham Road and Victoria Road), Illawarra Road (between Sydenham Road and Petersham Road), Alex Travellion Plaza and the Calvert Street car park along with short sections of Malakoff Street, Despointes Street, Silver Street, Garners Avenue, Gladstone Street and Frampton Avenue where these streets intersect with Marrickville Road, Marrickville for the ‘Marrickville Festival’ Event on Sunday, 20 October 2019 between 11pm Saturday, 19 October to Midnight Sunday, 20 October 2019 be approved as per the submitted TMP and TCPs;

2.         A Road Occupancy License application be obtained from the Transport Management Centre;

3.         Notice of the proposed event be forwarded to the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, the NSW Fire Brigades and the NSW Ambulance Services;

4.         All residents and businesses in and around the affected area are to be notified of the temporary road closure in writing by the applicant in advance (at least 7 days prior to the event) with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders;

4.   A minimum four (4) metre unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section; and

5.   The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         The proposed temporary full road closure of Marrickville Road (between Petersham Road and Victoria Road), Illawarra Road (between Sydenham Road and Petersham Road), Alex Travellion Plaza and the Calvert Street car park along with short sections of Malakoff Street, Despointes Street, Silver Street, Garners Avenue, Gladstone Street and Frampton Avenue where these streets intersect with Marrickville Road, Marrickville for the ‘Marrickville Festival’ Event on Sunday, 20 October 2019 between 11pm Saturday, 19 October to Midnight Sunday, 20 October 2019 be approved as per the submitted TMP and TCPs;

2.         A Road Occupancy License application be obtained from the Transport Management Centre;

3.         Notice of the proposed event be forwarded to the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, the NSW Fire and Rescue, and the NSW Ambulance Services;

4.         All residents and businesses in and around the affected area are to be notified of the temporary road closure in writing by the applicant in advance (at least 7 days prior to the event) with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders;

4.   A minimum four (4) metre unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section; and

5.   The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 6 Big Bike Day 2019 Special Event (Gulgadya-Leichhardt & Baludarri-Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

For NSW Bike Week 2019, Council is running ‘Big Bike Day’, a celebration of cycling. Big Bike Day is to be held on Sunday, 22 September 2019.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         The Big Bike Day 2019 event proposed to be held on Sunday, 22 September 2019 be supported; and

2.         Council’s Environmental Officer seeks consent from the Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) for the portion of the route through Callan Park.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         The Big Bike Day 2019 event proposed to be held on Sunday, 22 September 2019 be supported; and

2.         Council’s Environmental Officer seeks consent from the Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) for the portion of the route through Callan Park.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 7 Edwin Street, Croydon at Anthony Street - Proposed Kerb Blisters & Croydon Road, Croydon at Anthony Street - Proposed Pedestrian Refuge and Kerb Blisters (Design Plans 10088 & 10091)
(Gulgadya Ward/ Strathfield Electorate/ Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is proposing a number of intersection improvements which will address issues of pedestrian safety and driver behaviour. The improvements are as follows; (1) Croydon Road and Anthony Street, Croydon – Proposed pedestrian refuge, speed cushion and kerb blisters; and (2) Anthony Street at Edwin Street, Croydon – Proposed line marked blisters.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the detailed design plans for the proposed intersection improvements along with associated signage and line marking at Croydon Road and Anthony Road, Croydon (Design Plan No.10088) and the proposed kerb blisters and associated signage and line marking on Edwin Street at Anthony Street, Croydon (Design Plan No.10091) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

Public speakers: Sandra Siebert and Ron Siebert attended at 10.38am

Ms and Mr Siebert supported the recommendation as it will improve road and pedestrian safety in the area. However, Ms and Mr Siebert were concerned with the proposed loss of parking in Croydon Road and asked why the street did not have a Resident Parking Scheme. Council Officers advised that a precinct parking study is currently being undertaken for the area surrounding Croydon Shopping Centre including Croydon Road.

(Ms and Mr Siebert left at 10.40am)

Public speakers: Ian Zhang and Helen Yang attended at 10.40am

Mr Zhang and Ms Yang did not support the proposed new kerb and gutter at the southern side of Anthony Road as they are concerned it may reduce manoeuvrability space for vehicles reversing out of their driveway. 

(Mr Zhang and Ms Yang left at 10.48am)

Council Officers will send the swept path analysis to the residents which indicated that the new kerb and gutter will not impact access to the residents’ driveway on Anthony Road.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the detailed design plans for the proposed intersection improvements along with associated signage and line marking at Croydon Road and Anthony Road, Croydon (Design Plan No.10088) and the proposed kerb blisters and associated signage and line marking on Edwin Street at Anthony Street, Croydon (Design Plan No.10091) be APPROVED.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 8 Hubert Street and Unnamed Lane, Leichhardt - Temporary Full Road Closure for Road Opening (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from Comdain Civil Constructions for the temporary full road closure of Hubert Street (between Darley Road and William Street) and Unnamed Laneway (between Darley Road and William Street, adjacent to Hubert Street and Charles Street) from 9 September 2019 to 18 November 2019 (10 weeks) with a further 4 week contingency for emergency relief structure to be built at the intersection of Darley Road and Hubert Street and for sewer main to be removed and upsized in the Unnamed Laneway, Leichhardt.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         The proposed temporary road closure of Hubert Street, Leichhardt  (between Darley Road and William Street) and Unnamed laneway (between Darley Road and William Street, adjacent to Hubert Street and Charles Street), Leichhardt on Monday, 9 September 2019 to 18 November 2019 (10 weeks) with an additional four week contingency thereafter from 7:00am to 6:00pm (Monday to Friday) and 8:00am to 1:00pm (Saturdays) for emergency relief structure to be built at the intersection of Darley Road and Hubert Street and for sewer main to be removed and upsized in the Unnamed Laneway, be supported;

2.         A Road Occupancy License be obtained by Council from the Transport Management Centre;

3.         All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders; and

4.         The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         The proposed temporary road closure of Hubert Street, Leichhardt  (between Darley Road and William Street) and Unnamed laneway (between Darley Road and William Street, adjacent to Hubert Street and Charles Street), Leichhardt on Monday, 9 September 2019 to 18 November 2019 (10 weeks) with an additional four week contingency thereafter from 7:00am to 6:00pm (Monday to Friday) and 8:00am to 1:00pm (Saturdays) for emergency relief structure to be built at the intersection of Darley Road and Hubert Street and for sewer main to be removed and upsized in the Unnamed Laneway, be supported;

2.         A Road Occupancy License be obtained by Council from the Transport Management Centre;

3.         All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and the NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders; and

4.         The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 9 Croydon Road at Kenilworth Street & Gregory Avenue, Croydon - Proposed Traffic Calming at the intersections including a new pedestrian refuge island on Croydon Road - Design Plan 10070
(Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Strathfield Electorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is proposing a number of intersection improvements along Croydon Road, which will address issues of pedestrian safety and driver behavior. A detailed design plan has been finalised for the proposed pedestrian refuge and splitter island on Croydon Road, Croydon, between the intersections with Kenilworth Street and Gregory Avenue. The proposed works aim to improve pedestrian and motorist safety and address concerns about speeding and driver behaviour along Croydon Road.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the detailed design plan for the proposed pedestrian refuge island, splitter island, speed cushions, associated line marking and signage and the removal of horizontal deflection islands on Croydon Road, Croydon, between the intersections of Kenilworth Street and Gregory Avenue (as per attached design plan No. 10070) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the detailed design plan for the proposed pedestrian refuge island, splitter island, speed cushions, associated line marking and signage and the removal of horizontal deflection islands on Croydon Road, Croydon, between the intersections of Kenilworth Street and Gregory Avenue (as per attached design plan No. 10070) be APPROVED.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 10  Croydon Road at Queen Street, Croydon - Proposed Traffic Calming      at the intersection including a new pedestrian refuge on Croydon     Road - Design Plan 10092 (Gulgadya Ward/ Strathfield Electorate/          Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

A detailed design plan has been finalised for the proposed pedestrian refuge and speed cushions on Croydon Road, Croydon, adjacent to Queen Street. The proposed works aim to improve pedestrian and motorist safety and address residents’ concerns about speeding and driver behaviour along Croydon Road.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the detailed design plan for the proposed pedestrian refuge island, speed cushions and the removal of existing traffic island along with the associated line marking and signage at the intersection of Croydon Road and Queen Street, Croydon (as per attached design plan No. 10092) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the detailed design plan for the proposed pedestrian refuge island, speed cushions and the removal of existing traffic island along with the associated line marking and signage at the intersection of Croydon Road and Queen Street, Croydon (as per attached design plan No. 10092) be APPROVED.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 11       Minor Traffic Facilities (All Wards/All Electorates/All PACs)

SUMMARY

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

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         A 6m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of  No.13 Francis Street, Marrickville;

2.         A 6m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of  No.54 North Street, Marrickville;

3.         A 16m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed at the rear of No.366C Darling Street, in Little Darling Street, Balmain for 8 weeks;

4.         A 9m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed at the front of No.97 Edith Street, Leichhardt, for 12 weeks;

5.         A 9m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed at the front of No.57 Evans Street, Balmain, for 12 weeks;

6.         A 15m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed in the side street of Goodsell Street, for Nos.641-657 King Street, St Peters, for 12 weeks;

7.         A 11m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of No.117 Cavendish Street, Stanmore, for 12 weeks;

8.         A 25m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6pm Mon-Sat and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of Nos.6-8 Waterloo Street, Rozelle, for 12 weeks, subject to the applicant obtaining consent from the neighbouring property owner; and

9.         An 8m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of No.13 Cromwell Street, Croydon, for 8 weeks.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         A 6m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of  No.13 Francis Street, Marrickville;

2.         A 6m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of  No.54 North Street, Marrickville;

3.         A 16m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed at the rear of No.366C Darling Street, in Little Darling Street, Balmain for 8 weeks;

4.         A 9m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed at the front of No.97 Edith Street, Leichhardt, for 12 weeks;

5.         A 9m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed at the front of No.57 Evans Street, Balmain, for 12 weeks;

6.         A 15m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed in the side street of Goodsell Street, for Nos.641-657 King Street, St Peters, for 12 weeks;

7.         A 11m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of No.117 Cavendish Street, Stanmore, for 12 weeks;

8.         A 25m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6pm Mon-Sat and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of Nos.6-8 Waterloo Street, Rozelle, for 12 weeks, subject to the applicant obtaining consent from the neighbouring property owner; and

9.         An 8m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am-1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of No.13 Cromwell Street, Croydon, for 8 weeks.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 12  Victoria Road, Marrickville - Proposed Change in Parking restriction       to 'No Parking - Community Bus Excepted' (Midjuburri-Marrickville        Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Following representations from Connect Inner West Community Transport, including written permission of Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre management; Council is proposing to install ‘No Parking – Community Bus Excepted’ parking restrictions across a disused driveway at 34 Victoria Road adjacent to Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT an existing 'No Parking’ restriction across the driveway at 34 Victoria Road, Marrickville, adjacent to Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre, be changed to ‘No Parking-Community Bus Excepted’ restriction.

DISCUSSION

Public speaker: Brett Andrews, Connect Inner West Community Transport, attended at 10.59am

Mr Andrews supported the recommendation as Connect Inner West Community Transport currently park in Victoria Road to offload clients and the proposal will formalise this arrangement until construction at the Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre is complete.

(Mr Andrews left at 11.01am)

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT an existing 'No Parking’ restriction across the driveway at 34 Victoria Road, Marrickville, adjacent to Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre, be changed to ‘No Parking-Community Bus Excepted’ restriction.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 13  Chester Street and Guihen Street, Annandale - Proposed 'No       Stopping' zone (Gulgadya - Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/          Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Concerns have been raised regarding vehicles parking too close to the intersection of Chester Street and Guihen Street, Annandale. This illegal parking behaviour obstructs sight lines as well as access into and out of Chester Street and Guihen Street.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT ‘No Stopping’ signage be installed to reinforce the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ distance at intersections, at the following locations:

a)         the eastern side of Chester Street, north of Guihen Street, Annandale;

b)         the eastern side of Chester Street, south of Guihen Street, Annandale; and

c)         the northern side of Guihen Street, east of Chester Street, Annandale.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT ‘No Stopping’ signage be installed to reinforce the statutory 10m ‘No Stopping’ distance at intersections, at the following locations:

a)         the eastern side of Chester Street, north of Guihen Street, Annandale;

b)         the eastern side of Chester Street, south of Guihen Street, Annandale; and

c)         the northern side of Guihen Street, east of Chester Street, Annandale.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 14  Prospect Road, Summer Hill - Proposed Changes to Parking        Restrictions outside Croatian Catholic Centre (Djarrawunang- Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Following representation from the Croatian Catholic Centre, Council is proposing to extend the parking restrictions outside the Centre in Norton Street, Summer Hill from ‘Monday to Friday’ to ‘Monday to Saturday’ in order to assist the church to cater for the official vehicles associated with the weddings and funerals taking place on a Saturday. Council Officers have undertaken community engagement and this has indicated that there are no objections to the proposal.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT parking restrictions outside the Croatian Catholic Centre in Norton Street, Summer Hill be changed from ‘No Parking 8:30am-2:30pm Monday to Friday; Wedding or Funeral Vehicles Excepted’ to ‘No Parking 8:30AM-2:30PM Monday to Saturday; Wedding or Funeral Vehicles Excepted’. 

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT parking restrictions outside the Croatian Catholic Centre in Norton Street, Summer Hill be changed from ‘No Parking 8:30am-2:30pm Monday to Friday; Wedding or Funeral Vehicles Excepted’ to ‘No Parking 8:30AM-2:30PM Monday to Saturday; Wedding or Funeral Vehicles Excepted’. 

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 15  Bay Street, Tempe - Proposed installation of statutory 'No Stopping'      signage (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Heffron Electorate/Inner West      PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is proposing to implement statutory 10 metre ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Bay Street at the Princes Highway, Tempe following a request to deter illegal parking on both sides of Bay Street. An investigation has illustrated the difficulty to which parked vehicles, within 10m of the intersection have compromised the safety and manoeuvrability of vehicles attempting to access into and out of Bay Street due to the narrow width of the carriageway and the acute turning angle required for vehicles on Princes Highway negotiating the turn into Bay Street.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT implementation of Statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on both sides of Bay Street, Tempe, 10m from its intersection with Princes Highway be approved.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT implementation of Statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on both sides of Bay Street, Tempe, 10m from its intersection with Princes Highway be approved.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 16       Inner West Car Share and Light Rail Integration Pilot Program

SUMMARY

Council has reviewed the on-street parking areas near each Inner West Light Rail Stop for the provision of fixed car share spaces. The program integrates public and shared transport at a number of locations, providing more travel options and supporting shared and sustainable transport within the Inner West. Community engagement has been undertaken within the month of June 2019, with general support (60-77%) for the pilot program at 7 of the 10 light rail stops. It is recommended that Council implement 16 new car share spaces at these locations, with other locations not be supported due to the level of concern raised by the local community.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         A 24 month trial be implemented with dedicated car share spaces signposted as ‘No Parking, Authorised Car Share Vehicles Excepted’ near light rail stops at Dulwich Hill Interchange, Dulwich Grove, Arlington, Marion, Lilyfield, Rozelle Bay, Hawthorne, Leichhardt North and Lewisham West, as listed in the attached summary table;

2.         Council review the car share spaces at the end of the trial period, utilising data provided from car share operators and the community and be reported back to the Traffic Committee; and

3.         The costs of the installation, maintenance and removal of signage, marked parking bays, linemarking and wayfinding be met by the car share operator. 

DISCUSSION

Public speaker: Christopher Vanneste, GoGet, attended at 10.43am

Mr Vanneste supported the recommendation as it would integrate public transport with car sharing which would benefit GoGet members who rely on public transport.

(Mr Vanneste left at 10.51am)

Committee members discussed the desire to maintain existing ‘Kiss and Ride’ spaces near transport hubs and other forms of transport including Uber and taxi ranks.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         A 24 month trial be implemented with dedicated car share spaces signposted as ‘No Parking, Authorised Car Share Vehicles Excepted’ near light rail stops at Dulwich Hill Interchange, Dulwich Grove, Arlington, Marion, Lilyfield, Rozelle Bay, Hawthorne, Leichhardt North and Lewisham West, as listed in the attached summary table;

2.         Council review the car share spaces at the end of the trial period, utilising data provided from car share operators and the community and be reported back to the Traffic Committee; and

3.         The costs of the installation, maintenance and removal of signage, marked parking bays, linemarking and wayfinding be met by the car share operator. 

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 17  Integrated Transport Plan - Presentation (All Wards / All Electorates /     All PACs)

A presentation of the draft IWC Integrated Transport Strategy was made at the conclusion of the Local Traffic Committee meeting.

LTC0819 Item 18  Holden Street, between Liverpool Road and Norton Street, Ashfield –     ‘No Stopping’ restrictions supplemented with yellow line marking 
                               (Djarrawunang - Ashfield Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Burwood         PAC)

SUMMARY

Due to continual vandalism of signage opposite Ashfield Mall entry, Council is proposing to install yellow line marking to supplement existing ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Holden Street, between Liverpool Road and Norton Street, Ashfield.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT all existing 'No Stopping' signposting be supplemented with unbroken yellow lines to be installed on both sides of Holden Street, between Liverpool Road and Norton Street, Ashfield in order to deter illegal parking, increase safety and improve visibility and access.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT all existing 'No Stopping' signposting be supplemented with unbroken yellow lines to be installed on both sides of Holden Street, between Liverpool Road and Norton Street, Ashfield in order to deter illegal parking, increase safety and improve visibility and access.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 19  Holbeach Avenue, Tempe – Temporary Full Road Closures for MS          Sydney to the Gong Bike Ride On Sunday 3 November 2019 – (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Heffron Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received an application under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 to use Holbeach Avenue and Tempe Recreation Reserve to hold the annual 'MS Sydney to the Gong Bike Ride' supported by Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Australia on Sunday, 3 November 2019. This event will necessitate the temporary full road closure of Holbeach Avenue, Tempe and southbound lane closures on Princes Highway from the car park entrance of IKEA to Cooks River along with closures (Residents Excepted) of South Street, Hart Street, Bay Street and Old Street, Tempe between the hours of 4:00am to 9:30am on Sunday, 3 November 2019.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1.         The proposed temporary full road closure of Holbeach Avenue, Tempe and southbound lane closures on Princes Highway from the car park entrance of IKEA to Cooks River along with closures (Residents Excepted) of South Street, Hart Street, Bay Street and Old Street, Tempe on Sunday, 3 November 2019 between the hours of 4:00am to 9:30am be supported as per the submitted TMP and TCPs;

2.         All residents and businesses in and around the affected area are to be notified of the temporary road closure in writing by the applicant in advance (at least 7 days prior to the event) with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders; and

3.         The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         The proposed temporary full road closure of Holbeach Avenue, Tempe and southbound lane closures on Princes Highway from the car park entrance of IKEA to Cooks River along with closures (Residents Excepted) of South Street, Hart Street, Bay Street and Old Street, Tempe on Sunday, 3 November 2019 between the hours of 4:00am to 9:30am be supported as per the submitted TMP and TCPs;

2.         All residents and businesses in and around the affected area are to be notified of the temporary road closure in writing by the applicant in advance (at least 7 days prior to the event) with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders; and

3.         The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 20  Seven Bridges Walk - Special Event (Gulgadga - Leichhardt &      Baludarri - Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

The Cancer Council NSW Seven Bridges Walk event will be held on Sunday, 27 October 2019 at various locations in Sydney, including areas within the Inner West Council. The Event is in its fourteenth year of operation and the applicant seeks approval again in 2019.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the Cancer Council NSW Seven Bridges Walk to be held on Sunday, 27 October 2019 be approved, subject to a current Public Liability Insurance Policy which includes the Inner West Council being an interested party being submitted by the event organiser prior to the event.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the Cancer Council NSW Seven Bridges Walk to be held on Sunday, 27 October 2019 be approved, subject to a current Public Liability Insurance Policy which includes the Inner West Council being an interested party being submitted by the event organiser prior to the event.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0819 Item 21  Traffic Management Plan for the 2019 New Year's Eve Event
                               (Baludarri - Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

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 2019 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 Transport for NSW are responsible for placing notices on buses regarding alcohol free zones and requested that part 8 of the recommendation be amended to reflect this. 

It was suggested that the end of the taxi/hire car access restriction be delayed to minimise conflict between vehicles and pedestrians. Council Officers advised that the proposed arrangements have been in place for previous years and no issues have been reported; however, they will raise this with the Police to determine whether delaying the end to the restriction is necessary.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation with an amendment to part 8.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.         The Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) detailing the traffic arrangements for the 2019 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

LTC0819 Item 22  Bicycle hazard on Railway Terrace, Lewisham

The Inner West Bicycle Coalition representative stated that a depressed stormwater drain grate on Railway Terrace near Old Canterbury Road is a potential hazard to cyclists. Being a State Road, the RMS representative noted the issue for maintenance works by RMS.

LTC0819 Item 23 Congestion near Ashfield Station

Council Officers tabled a response to resident concerns with congestion in Wood Street and at the intersection with Elizabeth Street, Ashfield. Council Officers did not observe any congestion when investigations were undertaken during peak morning, midday and afternoon times. It was noted that Sydney Water works were occurring at the time the concerns were raised which may have contributed to the congestion. No changes are recommended; however, Council Officers will continue to monitor the intersection.

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

RECOMMENDATION

THAT Council:

1.   Decline to accept all tenders received for the widening of the Booth Street Bridge for the reasons set out in this Tender Evaluation Committee Report;

2.   Not invite fresh tenders as at this time it is unlikely this process will result in a better outcome and would further delay programmed works; and

3.   Enter into negotiations with any person (whether or not the person was a tenderer), with a view to entering into a contract for the widening of the Booth Street Bridge.    

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Booth Street Bridge Tender Evaluation Committee Report - Confidential

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

RECOMMENDATION

THAT Council note the current delays with the statutory requirements associated with Crown Reserve Land categorisations (from the NSW Department of Planning and Industry) in presenting a revised Plan of Management for the Marrickville Parklands to Council.

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the report be received and noted.

1.

CEO's Half-yearly Update: Second half progress on the Operational Plan 2018/19 (Available electronically only)

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the report be received and noted.

1.⇩

IWC 2019/20 Savings Tracking Summary - July 2019

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the report be received and noted

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IWC Jul19

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IWC Economic and Investment Portfolio Commentary July 19

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

Motion:

THAT this Council takes the following steps to ensure all residents have a permanent parking place outside their home at all times:

1.   Contact President Trump for his wall building contractor (US/Mexico) to construct a wall around the Inner West;

2.   Any cars or people passing through the Inner West to pay a mobility tax to the Inner West Council, no parking allowed;

3.   Passports required for non-Inner West citizens; and

4.   Businesses unable to find parking for their staff from outside the area to go broke in their own time, without community or Council support.

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

Motion:

THAT Council makes a submission to the Parliamentary Inquiry into Sustainability of Energy Supply and Resources in NSW, including discussion of council’s:

1.   Record, achievements and commitment to environmental sustainability;

2.   Climate Emergency Declaration and roadmap towards new zero emissions by 2030;

3.   Support for a statewide goal of net zero emissions by 2030 (as per the resolution at the 2017 LG conference);

4.   Strong concern regarding the impact of coal mining and emissions from coal fired power stations on the climate, the environment, human health and water security;

5.   Support for a phase out of coalmining and coal fired power stations in NSW, with a transition to renewable energy sources by 2030; and

6.   Strong support for economic and other initiatives to assist regional communities and workers that may be affected by changing energy and resource markets.

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

Motion:

THAT Council immediately set-up a taskforce to seek partners to develop Marrickville Town Hall as an art gallery and performance space.

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

Motion:

THAT Council defer contributions towards provision or improvement of amenities or services where a secondary dwelling is built to house a family member whose disability is significant enough that they will likely require permanent home care.

Council Meeting

27 August 2019

Motion:

THAT:

1.   Council review previous traffic counts in Chandos and neighbouring streets and request comparable data from RMS, obtained following the opening of Westconnex Stage 1, with a view to closing Chandos Street at the intersection of Parramatta Road; and

2.   The matter be referred to Council for consideration.