Minutes of Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Minutes 4 November 2019

Minutes of Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Held at Petersham Service Centre on 4 November 2019

Meeting commenced at 10.03am

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY BY CHAIRPERSON

I acknowledge the Gadigal and Wangal people of the Eora nation on whose country we are meeting today, and their elders past and present.

COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES PRESENT

Clr Victor Macri	Councillor – Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward (Chair)
Bill Holliday	Representative for Jamie Parker MP, Member for Balmain
Zack Solomon	Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill
Cathy Peters	Representative for Jenny Leong MP, Member for Newtown
Nazli Tzannes	Roads and Maritime Services

OFFICERS IN ATTENDANCE

Rabih Bekdache	Transit Systems – Inner West Bus Services
Colin Jones	Inner West Bicycle Coalition
Clr Marghanita da Cruz	Councillor – Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward
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)
Stephen Joannidis	IWC’s Urban Amenity Improvement Delivery Manager
Pierre Ayoub	IWC’s Acting Design Services Coordinator
Christina Ip	IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Michael Lee	Item 12 - Consultant
François Larue	Item 14 - Transport for NSW
Rania Zahab	Item 14 - Transport for NSW
Rob Tarabay	Item 14 - Transport for NSW

APOLOGIES:

Chris Woods	Representative for Ron Hoenig MP, Member for Heffron
LSC Marina Nestoriaros	NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command
Sgt John Micallef	NSW Police – Burwood & Campsie Police Area Command
SC Sam Tohme	NSW Police – Burwood & Campsie Police Area Command
Cathy Edwards-Davis	IWC Director Infrastructure

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Nil.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Tuesday, 8 October 2019 were confirmed.

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

The Local Traffic Committee recommendations of its meeting held on 8 October 2019 were adopted at Council’s meeting held on 22 October 2019.

LTC1119 Item 1 Minor Traffic Facilities (All Wards/All Electorates/All PACS)

SUMMARY

This report considers minor traffic facility applications received by Inner West Council and

includes ‘Disabled Parking’ and ‘Works Zone’ requests.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.33 Annesley Street, Leichhardt, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

2. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.15 Cook Street, Rozelle, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

3. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.228 Trafalgar Street, Annandale, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

4. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.117 Lilyfield Road, Lilyfield, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

5. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.85 Trafalgar Street, Annandale, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

6. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.41 Springside Street, Rozelle, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

7. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.32 Pigott Street, Dulwich Hill, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

8. A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.280 Sydenham Road, Marrickville, subject to RMS approval;

9. A 10m ‘No Stopping’ restriction be installed on the northern side of Silver Street, east of Florence Street followed by a 6m 'Disabled Parking Zone’ in front of No.63 Silver Street, St Peters; and

10. A 10m ‘No Stopping’ restriction be installed on the southern side of Lord Street, west of Hawthorne Parade followed by a 6m 'Disabled Parking Zone’ on the side boundary of No.78 Hawthorne Parade, Haberfield.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.33 Annesley Street, Leichhardt, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

2. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.15 Cook Street, Rozelle, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

3. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.228 Trafalgar Street, Annandale, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

4. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.117 Lilyfield Road, Lilyfield, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

5. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.85 Trafalgar Street, Annandale, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

6. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.41 Springside Street, Rozelle, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

7. The 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No.32 Pigott Street, Dulwich Hill, be removed as the zone is no longer required;

8. A 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No.280 Sydenham Road, Marrickville, subject to RMS approval;

10. A 10m ‘No Stopping’ restriction be installed on the southern side of Lord Street, west of Hawthorne Parade followed by a 6m 'Disabled Parking Zone’ on the side boundary of No.78 Hawthorne Parade, Haberfield.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 2 Terrace Road / Ness Avenue, Dulwich Hill – Temporary full road closures of rail underpass just north of the roundabout at Ewart Street (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from Sydney Metro (SSJ) for the temporary full road closures of the rail underpass on Terrace Road / Ness Avenue just north of the roundabout at Ewart Street, Dulwich Hill for a 24 hour period on Sunday 22 December 2019 (contingency

day Monday 23 December 2019) and for two 48 hour periods on Saturday 4 January to Sunday 5 January 2020 (contingency day Monday 6 January 2020) and Saturday 7 March to

Sunday 8 March 2020 (contingency day Monday 9 March 2020) in order to carry out further

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 24 hour period on Sunday, 22 December 2019 (contingency day Monday, 23 December 2020) and for two 48 hour periods on Saturday, 4 January to Sunday, 5 January 2020 (contingency day Monday, 6 January 2020) and Saturday, 7 March to Sunday, 8 March 2020 (contingency day Monday, 9 March 2020) be approved, in order to carry out early enabling works on the rail bridge subject to, but not limited to, the following conditions:

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

b) 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

c) 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 24 hour period on Sunday, 22 December 2019 (contingency day Monday, 23 December 2020) and for two 48 hour periods on Saturday, 4 January to Sunday, 5 January 2020 (contingency day Monday, 6 January 2020) and Saturday, 7 March to Sunday, 8 March 2020 (contingency day Monday, 9 March 2020) be approved, in order to carry out early enabling works on the rail bridge subject to, but not limited to, the following conditions:

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

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

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 3 Queen Street at Hanks Street & Queen Street at Griffiths Street, Ashfield - Proposed Improved Traffic Calming at the intersections including Speed cushions (Design Plans 10082_A & 10102) (Djarrawunang - Ashfield Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Design plans have been prepared for proposed traffic calming and speed cushions along Queen Street at Hanks Street and Griffiths Street, Ashfield. The proposed works received funding from the RMS Blackspot Program and the works will improve pedestrian and motorists' safety and addresses residents' concerns about speeding, driver behaviour and pedestrian safety at these locations. Consultation was undertaken with nearby owners and occupiers of properties in Queen Street, Hanks Street and Griffiths Street regarding the proposals. A revised plan was prepared for the roundabout at Queen Street/Hank Street after considering feedback from residents. It is recommended that the proposed detailed design plans be approved.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the detailed design plans for the proposed intersection improvements along with associated signage and line marking at Queen Street and Hanks Street, Ashfield (Design Plan No.10082_A) and Queen Street at Griffiths Street, Ashfield (Design Plan No.10102) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The Inner West Bicycle Coalition representative requested for bike symbols to be installed on Queen Street at the intersection of Griffith Street as Queen Street is a major cycle route. Council Officers stated the bike symbols will be incorporated in the detailed design.

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 Queen Street and Hanks Street, Ashfield (Design Plan No.10082_A) and Queen Street at Griffiths Street, Ashfield (Design Plan No.10102), including bike logos in Queen Street be APPROVED.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 4 St Davids Road/Kingston Street and Ramsay Street, Haberfield - Proposed Speed Cushions (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

A detailed design plan has been finalised for the proposed intersection treatment at St Davids Road/Kingston Street and Ramsay Street, Haberfield. As part of the Traffic Capital Works Program, Council has prepared a design plan indicating speed cushions and a kerb blister for the roundabout at Ramsay Street and St Davids Road/Kingston Street, Haberfield. The intention of the proposal is to slow traffic and improve road safety for pedestrians and motorists at the intersection.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10107) for the installation of speed cushions, a kerb blister, and associated signs and line markings for the roundabout at Ramsay Street and St Davids Road/Kingston Street, Haberfield be approved.

DISCUSSION

Whilst acknowledging that the proposed treatment will be funded by the Black Spot program, the RMS representative asked that the 85^th percentile speed data be included in reports of this type as it will demonstrate the need for the treatment.

The Transit Systems representative raised concerns with how the proposed footpath widening and kerb blisters will affect bus diversion routes. The representative stated that swept path analysis needs to be undertaken to check that buses have sufficient space to turn into Kingston Street from Ramsay Street and return trip left turn from Kingston Street into Ramsay Street.

Due to the concerns raised by the Transit Systems representative, the Committee agreed to defer the Item for further investigation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the matter be deferred pending further investigation by Council Officers in liaison with Transit Systems to ensure that the proposed treatment does not impact bus diversion routes.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 5 Short Street, Birchgrove - Christmas Street Party (Road Occupancy) (Baludarri-Balmain/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received an application for approval of an annual Christmas street party in Short

Street between Curtis Road and Spring Street, Birchgrove to be held on Saturday, 14

December 2019 between 6:30pm and 11:30pm.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the temporary road closure of Short Street, Birchgrove between Curtis Road and Spring Street, to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on Saturday, 14 December 2019, from 6:30pm - 11:30pm, be approved, subject to the conditions as set out as per the Street Party Application Form as well as the following additional conditions:

a. That an unencumbered passage minimum of 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through Short Street, Birchgrove between Curtis Road and Spring Street;

b. The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

c. All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 14 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the temporary road closure of Short Street, Birchgrove between Curtis Road and Spring Street, to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on Saturday, 14 December 2019, from 6:30pm - 11:30pm, be approved, subject to the conditions as set out as per the Street Party Application Form as well as the following additional conditions:

a. That an unencumbered passage minimum of 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through Short Street, Birchgrove between Curtis Road and Spring Street;

b. The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 6 Marrickville Lane at Silver Street, Marrickville - Proposed upgrading of Alex Trevallion Plaza including a new raised threshold design with associated signage and line marking (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning improvements to Alex Trevallion Plaza. The proposed works were informed by community feedback received during the engagement of the Marrickville Town

Centre public domain master plan. As part of the upgrade Council is proposing to provide a

raised threshold in Marrickville Lane at Silver Street to improve pedestrian safety. There will be no parking loss. It is recommended that the proposed upgrading of Alex Trevallion Plaza and associated signposting and line-marking in Marrickville Lane at Silver Street, Marrickville (as per the attached Plan No.10104) be approved.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the detailed design plan for the proposed upgrading of Alex Trevallion Plaza and associated signposting and linemarking in Marrickville Lane at Silver Street, Marrickville (as per Design Plan No.10104) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 7 Chelmsford Street, Newtown - Installation Of 8 Metre Length ‘Loading Zone’ With Day and Time Restrictions on The Eastern Side of the Street just South of McIntosh Lane (Damum - Stanmore Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

A request has been received for a ‘Loading Zone’ in Chelmsford Street, Newtown to facilitate

with loading and unloading at Nos.43-45 Bedford Street, Newtown. It is recommended that an 8 metre length (currently within statutory ‘No Stopping’ zone) be designated with 'Loading

Zone 8.00am – 5.00pm Monday – Friday’ restrictions (unrestricted outside nominated days

and times) on the eastern side of Chelmsford Street commencing 6 metres south from its

intersection with McIntosh Lane be approved, in order to provide loading / unloading facilities

for Nos.43-45 Bedford Street, Newtown and local businesses.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1. The installation of an 8 metre 'Loading Zone 8.00am – 5.00pm Monday – Friday’ restriction (unrestricted outside nominated days and times) on the eastern side of Chelmsford Street commencing 6 metres south from its intersection with McIntosh Lane, Newtown be approved, in order to provide loading / unloading facilities for Nos.43-45 Bedford Street, Newtown and local businesses; and

2. ‘No Stopping’ restrictions be placed at either end of the ‘Loading Zone’.

DISCUSSION

The RMS representative raised concerns with locating the loading zone in Chelmsford Street which is a narrow road with on-street parking. The representative stated that the proposed road length in Chelmsford Street should be a signposted statutory ‘No Stopping’ zone and that a large truck parked in the proposed Loading Zone would limit sightlines and reduce vehicular turning space.

The Committee noted that traffic volumes in Chelmsford Street are very low, and that the proposed Loading Zone will provide space for trucks and other vehicles to unload for short periods of time which would improve safety by preventing double parking.

Council Officers tabled a late submission from a resident who did not support the proposal.

The Officer’s recommendation was supported by the majority of the Committee. RMS representative did not support the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

2. ‘No Stopping’ restrictions be placed at either end of the ‘Loading Zone’.

For motion: Majority

Against motion: Roads and Maritime Services

LTC1119 Item 8 John Street, Newtown between Lord Street and the Railway Line – Temporary Full Road Closure for Street Party on Sunday 8 December 2019 (Damum-Stanmore Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from a resident for the temporary full road closure of John

Street, Newtown between Lord Street and the railway line for a period of two hours on Sunday, 8 December 2019 in order to hold a street party. It is recommended that the proposed temporary road closure be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposed temporary full road closure of John Street, Newtown between Lord Street and the railway line on Sunday, 8 December 2019 between 3:00pm and 5:00pm be APPROVED, in order to hold a street party, subject to the conditions of approval as set out in the Street Party Application Form and the following conditions:

a) All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 14 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders;

b) The applicant is to set out the road closure as per the attached typical Traffic Control Plan (TCP);

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

b) The applicant is to set out the road closure as per the attached typical Traffic Control Plan (TCP);

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

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

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 9 Unnamed Laneway between May Street and The Boulevarde, Lilyfield - Christmas Street Party (Road Occupancy) (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received an application for approval of an annual Christmas street party in the Unnamed Laneway between May Street and The Boulevarde, Lilyfield to be held on Saturday, 21 December 2019 between 4:00pm and 10:00pm.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the temporary road closure of the Unnamed Laneway, Lilyfield between May Street and The Boulevarde (section at the rear of Nos.355-367 Balmain Road), to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on Saturday, 21 December 2019, from 4:00pm - 10:00pm, be approved, subject to the conditions as set out as per the Street Party Application Form as well as the following additional conditions:

a) That an unencumbered passage minimum of 3.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the Unnamed Laneway, Lilyfield between May Street and The Boulevarde;

b) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

c) All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing, by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 14 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

a) That an unencumbered passage minimum of 3.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the Unnamed Laneway, Lilyfield between May Street and The Boulevarde;

b) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 10 Burrows Avenue, Sydenham – Temporary Full Road Closures 2020 - 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 from Monday 10 February to Monday 17 February 2020 (contingency days 18 to 20 February 2020); Friday 21 February to Monday 24 February 2020 (contingency

days 25 February to 2 March 2020); Monday 16 March to Monday 23 March 2020 (contingency days 24 to 31 March 2020); and Monday 6 April to Monday 13 April 2020 (contingency days 14 to 27 April 2020) in order to carry out upgrading works at Sydenham

Station. The avenue 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 from Monday 10 February to Monday 17 February 2020 (contingency days 18 to 20 February 2020); Friday 21 February to Monday 24 February 2020 (contingency days 25 February to 2 March 2020); Monday 16 March to Monday 23 March 2020 (contingency days 24 to 31 March 2020); and Monday 6 April to Monday 13 April 2020 (contingency days 14 to 27 April 2020) be approved, in order to carry out upgrading works at Sydenham Station subject to the following conditions:

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

c) 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

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

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

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 11 Saywell Street, Marrickville – Proposed Temporary Full Road Closure for Heaps Gay Street Festival on Saturday 18 January 2020 and Community Beer Fest on Sunday 19 January 2020
(Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received an application under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 to

use Saywell Street, Marrickville to hold street party style events for the community, known as

‘Heaps Gay Street Festival', on Saturday, 18 January between the hours of 1.00pm to 11.00pm and a Community Beer Fest event on Sunday, 19 January 2020 between the hours

of 1.00pm to 10.00pm. The erection of the stage, stalls and associated works will include the

temporary full-road closures of Saywell Street, Marrickville between Cadogan Street and Shirlow Street from 7:00pm Friday, 17 January to 7:00am Monday, 20 January 2020.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposed temporary full road closure of Saywell Street between Cadogan Street and Shirlow Street, Marrickville from 7.00pm Friday 17 January to 7:00am Monday 20 January 2020, be APPROVED, subject to the approval of the S68 Application and the applicant complying with, but not limited to, the following conditions:

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

b) All affected residents and businesses, including NSW Police Local Area Commander, Transit Systems, Fire and Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Services, shall be notified in writing by the applicant of the proposed temporary road closure at least 7 days prior to the event, with the applicant making reasonable provision for residents and businesses;

c) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

d) The applicant be advised in terms of this report and that all costs for the event and implementation of the road closure are to be borne by the applicant.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the proposed temporary full road closure of Saywell Street between Cadogan Street and Shirlow Street, Marrickville from 7.00pm Friday 17 January to 7:00am Monday 20 January 2020, be APPROVED, subject to the approval of the S68 Application and the applicant complying with, but not limited to, the following conditions:

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

c) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

d) The applicant be advised in terms of this report and that all costs for the event and implementation of the road closure are to be borne by the applicant.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 12 Smidmore Street, Marrickville – Temporary relocation of Bus Zones during Marrickville Metro Expansion Works – (Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward / Heffron Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Concept plans have been submitted to Council by TTPP for the temporary relocation of Bus

Zones in Smidmore Street, Marrickville during Marrickville Metro Expansion works. The

relocation will be temporary from 3 January 2020 for a 9 month period until the new permanent Bus Zone is built in Edinburgh Road, Marrickville. It is recommended that the proposed changes be approved in order to accommodate the temporary relocated ‘Bus Zones’ and that all works and costs associated with the relocated 'Bus Zones' and reinstatement of Council’s original parking restrictions is to be borne by the Applicant.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the plan for the temporary relocation of ‘Bus Zones’ including associated signs and line markings (i.e. attached concept plan, no. 16065 dated 26 July 2019, prepared by TTPP) be approved subject to the following conditions:

a) The date of commencement of the temporary relocated 'Bus Zones' is from 3January, 2020 for a nine month period;

b) All works and cost of the supply, installation and removal of the signage associated with the 'Bus Zone' relocations is to be borne by the applicant;

c) Council’s existing signage to be reinstated in Smidmore Street, Marrickville at the end of the relocation by the applicant at their cost and to Council’s Traffic Engineers satisfaction; and

d) Notification of surrounding properties be undertaken at least 4 weeks prior to installation of the temporary 'Bus Zone'.

DISCUSSION

Public speaker: Michael Lee, TTPP, attended at 10.13am.

Clr da Cruz raised concerns with pedestrian access to the relocated bus stop. Mr Lee advised that pedestrians will be able to use the existing pedestrian crossing on the northern end of Murray Street, as well as the pedestrian refuge island on the eastern approach of Smidmore Street to access the bus stop from the shopping centre.

The Committee was advised that TTPP is planning to notify affected properties of the proposal via letterbox distribution on 9-10 November and will provide any feedback received to Council as a priority. TTPP will also provide a copy of the notification letter to Council Officers prior to the letterbox distribution.

(Mr Lee left at 10.16am)

In addition to the Officer’s recommendation, the Committee members agreed with the proposal on the condition that no significant objections are received from affected business/residents.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

a) The date of commencement of the temporary relocated 'Bus Zones' is from 3January, 2020 for a nine month period;

b) All works and cost of the supply, installation and removal of the signage associated with the 'Bus Zone' relocations is to be borne by the applicant;

c) Council’s existing signage to be reinstated in Smidmore Street, Marrickville at the end of the relocation by the applicant at their cost and to Council’s Traffic Engineers satisfaction; and

d) Notification of surrounding properties be undertaken at least 4 weeks prior to installation of the temporary 'Bus Zone' and no significant objections are received from affected businesses/residents .

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 13 Allen Street and Elswick Street, Leichhardt - Proposed Speed Cushions And Kerb Blister (Gulgadya - Leichhardt Ward / Balmain Electorate / Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

As part of the Traffic Capital Works Program, Council has prepared a design plan (Attachment 1) to install speed cushions and a kerb blister on approach to the roundabout at Allen Street and Elswick Street, Leichhardt. The intention of the proposal is to slow traffic and improve road safety for pedestrians and motorists at the intersection.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the detailed design plan of speed cushions, a kerb blister and associated signs and line markings on approach to the roundabout at Allen Street and Elswick Street, Leichhardt (as per attached plan No.10106) be approved.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 14 Illawarra Road, Marrickville; Dudley Street, Dulwich Hill and (Lower) Railway Parade, Sydenham - Bus Replacements during major Rail Shutdown, Temporary Parking Changes during T3 Line Upgrade for Sydney Metro (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has been notified by Transport for NSW (TfNSW) that Sydney Metro works at Sydenham Station will involve major rail shutdowns at the station over this coming Christmas – New Year period. This year buses will replace train services along the T3 line (closed between Campsie and Central Stations from 22 December 2019 to 5 January 2020) and along the T4 line (closed between Hurstville and Central Stations between 24 and 28 December 2019). To accommodate the increased bus movements and necessary holding areas some short term parking changes are required at a number of locations. Specifically, TfNSW is requesting approval for the temporary conversion of multiple parking spaces at the following locations: Illawarra Road, Marrickville; Dudley Street, Dulwich Hill; and Railway Parade (lower section), Sydenham. It is recommended that no objections be raised, and Council approves the temporary short term parking changes at the identified locations during the rail shutdowns.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT this report be received and noted and the following temporary short term parking changes from Sunday 22 December, 2019 to Sunday 5 January 2020 be approved and implemented by TfNSW:

a) The conversion of 15m (2 parking spaces) ‘1P 8:30am-6pm’ and 10m (1 parking space) ‘No Parking 8:30am-5pm Mon- Fri’ on the western side of Illawarra Road, Marrickville to a ‘Bus Zone 6am-10am’, located south of the existing statutory ‘Bus Zone’ near the intersection with Warburton Street (reverting back to existing restrictions after 10am) be APPROVED, in order to provide a short term second bus bay with adequate draw-in length;

b) The conversion of 12.5m (2 parking spaces) ‘1P 8:30am-6pm Mon – Fri and 8.30am-12.30pm Sat’ on the southern side of Dudley Street, Dulwich Hill to a ‘Bus Zone’, located between Wardell Road and School Parade be APPROVED, in order to provide a short term second bus bay with adequate draw-in length;

c) The conversion of 110m (39 parking spaces) ‘4P 8:30am – 6pm Mon – Fri’ on the southern side of (Lower) Railway Parade, Sydenham to a ‘Bus Zone’ be APPROVED, in order to provide a short term bus layover area;

d) All existing regulatory parking signage to be reinstated to the satisfaction of Council's Traffic Engineer at the end of the shutdown period; and

e) The applicant and Council Parking Services team be advised in terms of this report.

DISCUSSION

Public speakers: Francois Larue, Rania Zahab and Rob Tarabay, Transport for NSW, attended at 10.17am.

The Transit Systems representative supported the recommendation on the condition that the proposed parking changes not interfere with normal bus services. The Transport for NSW representatives advised that one of the reasons the bus zones are being extended is to accommodate for extra capacity from normal bus services. In addition, bus marshals will be on site to support all bus services and maintain vehicle movements.

Committee members were also advised that marquees will be provided at bus stops where there are no existing bus shelters.

(Mr Larue, Ms Zahab and Mr Tarabay left at 10.20pm)

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT this report be received and noted and the following temporary short term parking changes from Sunday 22 December, 2019 to Sunday 5 January 2020 be approved and implemented by TfNSW:

d) All existing regulatory parking signage to be reinstated to the satisfaction of Council's Traffic Engineer at the end of the shutdown period; and

e) The applicant and Council Parking Services team be advised in terms of this report.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 15 Temporary Road Closure to Carryout Road Restoration on White Street, Lilyfield, Whites Creek Lane and Arguimbau Street, Annandale (Baludarri - Balmain Ward / Balmain Electorate / Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from Gledhill Constructions for the temporary full road closure for the following streets; White Street, Lilyfield between Moore Street and Ilka Street

(frontage of house No.5-7 White Street), a portion of Whites Creek Lane and Arguimbau Street, Annandale (rear of house No.5-7 White Street) to carryout road/footpath restoration works from Thursday, 23 January 2020 to Friday, 14 February 2020 (with a contingency period of 2 weeks thereafter).

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the temporary road closure of White Street, Lilyfield between Moore Street and Ilka Street, in front of 5-7 White Street, Lilyfield and portion of Whites Creek Lane and Arguimbau Street, Annandale at the rear of 5-7 White Street, Lilyfield to carryout road/footpath restoration works from Thursday, 23 January to Friday, 14 February 2020 (with a contingency period of 2 weeks thereafter), be approved, subject to the conditions as set out as per the Road Closure Application Form as well as the following additional conditions:

a) Applicant must obtain and hold a Road Opening Permit to undertake (any) work in the road closure section;

b) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

DISCUSSION

The Inner West Bicycle Coalition representative stated that Whites Creek Lane is often used by cyclists to travel from Blackwattle Bay to Great Western Highway and requested that the applicant be made aware of cyclists during the temporary road closure.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the temporary road closure of White Street, Lilyfield between Moore Street and Ilka Street, in front of 5-7 White Street, Lilyfield and portion of Whites Creek Lane and Arguimbau Street, Annandale at the rear of 5-7 White Street, Lilyfield to carryout road/footpath restoration works from Thursday, 23 January to Friday, 14 February 2020 (with a contingency period of 2 weeks thereafter), be approved, subject to the conditions as set out as per the Road Closure Application Form as well as the following additional conditions:

a) Applicant must obtain and hold a Road Opening Permit to undertake (any) work in the road closure section;

b) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

d) Applicant be made aware that cyclists use this route.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 16 James Street, Leichhardt - Christmas Street Party (Gulgadya - Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received an application for approval of an annual Christmas street party in James Street between William Street and Allen Street, Leichhardt to be held on Sunday, 15 December 2019 between 1:00pm and 8:00pm.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the temporary road closure of James Street, Leichhardt between William Street and Allen Street, to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on Sunday, 15 December 2019, from 1:00pm - 8:00pm, be approved, subject to the conditions as set out as per the Street Party Application Form as well as the following additional conditions:

a) That an unencumbered passage minimum of 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through James Street, Leichhardt between William Street and Allen Street;

b) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the temporary road closure of James Street, Leichhardt between William Street and Allen Street, to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on Sunday, 15 December 2019, from 1:00pm - 8:00pm, be approved, subject to the conditions as set out as per the Street Party Application Form as well as the following additional conditions:

a) That an unencumbered passage minimum of 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through James Street, Leichhardt between William Street and Allen Street;

b) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

For motion: Unanimous

ADDENDUM

Council has received a request by the applicant of the James Street, Leichhardt Christmas Party to change the date of the party from Sunday, 15 December 2019 to Saturday, 14 December 2019.

Based on the applicant’s request, Council is proposing to update the recommendation to the following:

THAT the temporary road closure of James Street, Leichhardt between William Street and Allen Street, to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on Saturday, 14 December 2019, from 1:00pm - 8:00pm, be approved, subject to the conditions as set out as per the Street Party Application Form as well as the following additional conditions:

a) That an unencumbered passage minimum of 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through James Street, Leichhardt between William Street and Allen Street;

b) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

The Committee members were notified of the proposed update to the recommendation. The State Member representative, Police and RMS representative have supported the updated recommendation.

LTC1119 Item 17 Boomerang Street and Crescent Street, Haberfield - Proposed Intersection Treatment (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

A review of the detailed design plan has been finalised for the proposed intersection treatment at Boomerang Street and Crescent Street, Haberfield.

The proposal includes installing kerb extension, median island, pedestrian refuge island, kerb blister island and speed cushions in Boomerang Street to improve safety and reduce vehicular speeds in the street.

Consultation on two options 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:

1. Option B for the detailed design plan for the kerb extension, median island, pedestrian refuge island, kerb blister island, speed cushions and associated signposting and line marking in Boomerang Street and Crescent Street, Haberfield (as per the attached plan No.10074_B) be approved; and

2. The existing ‘Bus Zone’ on the eastern side of Boomerang Street, south of Crescent Street be modified to ‘Bus Zone Mon-Fri’

DISCUSSION

Council Officers tabled two late submissions; one supported and one was against the proposal. The resident who did not support the proposal did not specify reasons for their objection.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

2. The existing ‘Bus Zone’ on the eastern side of Boomerang Street, south of Crescent Street be modified to ‘Bus Zone Mon-Fri’

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 18 Anthony Street, Croydon – Temporary Road Closure for Christmas Street Party (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/ Strathfield Electorate/ Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Council seeks the support of the Committee for a temporary full road closure of Anthony Street, Croydon, between Croydon Road and Etonville Parade, to conduct an annual

Christmas Street party on Saturday, 21 December 2019.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the temporary full road closure of Anthony Street, between Croydon Road and Etonville Parade, to conduct an annual Christmas Street Party on Saturday, 21 December 2019 from 3.00pm – 9.00pm, be approved, subject to the conditions as detailed on the Street Party Application Form as well as the following additional conditions:

a) That an unencumbered passage minimum 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Anthony Street, Croydon;

b) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

a) That an unencumbered passage minimum 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Anthony Street, Croydon;

b) The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed; and

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 19 Ewart Street, Dulwich Hill - Proposed Painted Chevron Island (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is proposing to install a painted chevron island on the northern side of Ewart Street,

Dulwich Hill, immediately west of the entrance to Ewart Lane, to delineate the boundary

between the pedestrian footpath and roadway.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposed painted chevron island on the northern side of Ewart Street, Dulwich Hill, immediately west of the entrance to Ewart Lane, in order to delineate the boundary between pedestrian footpath and roadway, be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 20 D3 Iron Cove to Anzac Bridge – Regional Cycleway Design (Gulgadya-Leichhardt & Baludarri-Balmain Wards/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is proposing to upgrade cycle facilities in parts of Haberfield, Leichhardt, Lilyfield and

Rozelle and along Lilyfield Road. Previous investigations and community engagements

resulted in the concept option put forward by Council being largely rejected by the community.

As a result, Council has re-engaged with the community to seek feedback on a number of

alternatives so that Council can progress with an option that the community support.

In this instance, Council put forward two (2) options for consideration along Lilyfield Road, as

follows:

A. Provision of an on road cycle facility, comprising cycle lanes on sections with an

uphill gradient and a mixed traffic profile where cyclists share the traffic lane with

vehicles on downhill sections; and

B. Provision of a bi-directional separated cycleway, comprising a number of one way

sections of Lilyfield Road. This was the option previously consulted.

In addition, due to feedback about the steepness of Lilyfield Road at the western end, four

supplementary routes were developed in collaboration with the local Bicycle User Groups and these were included in the engagement process to determine the community’s preference for an alternative route with more gentle gradients. The supplementary routes were as follows:

1. Hawthorne Canal to Balmain Road;

2. Waratah Street to Balmain Road;

3. Charles Street to Henry Street; and

4. Maliyawul Street to Balmain Road.

Community feedback for Lilyfield Road was consistent with the previous engagement process, with Option A favoured and the implementation of one way sections unanimously objected to. Community feedback for the supplementary routes was mixed, with no option favoured in a majority and a significantly reduced number of respondents commenting when compared to Lilyfield Road. Whilst Route 4 was favoured in a small majority as part of the engagement process, Route 2 is favoured by the local Bicycle Users Groups and it is on this basis that both options are suggested for progression to the concept design stage and for further consultation following that.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the Committee supports the progression of the project as follows:

1. Lilyfield Road – develop a concept design for Option A and re-engage with the community following development; and

2. Supplementary Routes – develop concept designs for Routes 2 and 4 and re-engage with the community following development.

DISCUSSION

Council Officers advised the Committee of an error in the report, stating that the preferred supplementary route is actually Route 1, not Route 2. The Committee members agreed to amend the recommendation accordingly.

Committee members were advised that WestConnex has started sharing plans with Council in relation to the planned connections from the Rozelle Rail Yards. The plans include a number of cycleways for commuters and recreational cycling in the new proposed park.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the Committee supports the progression of the project as follows:

1. Lilyfield Road – develop a concept design for Option A and re-engage with the community following development; and

2. Supplementary Routes – develop concept designs for Routes 1 and 4 and re-engage with the community following development.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 21 Proposed Permit Parking Restrictions - Railway Terrace, Lewisham (Damun-Stanmore Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Following representations, Council is proposing to implement permit parking restrictions in the section of Railway Terrace, Petersham between Hunter Street and West Street to provide additional parking opportunities for residents. Given that Railway Terrace is a classified State Road, the proposal is subject to RMS approval.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT implementation of ‘2P 8:30am - 6:00pm Monday to Friday Permit Holders Excepted Area M7’ restrictions in Railway Terrace, Lewisham (southern side) between West Street and Hunter Street be supported in principle and forwarded to RMS for consideration and approval.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members noted the report and agreed to move this Item to General Business as it relates to a State Road.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the matter be moved to General Business.

LTC1119 Item 22 McKell Street, Birchgrove - Proposed 'No Parking' and 'No Stopping' Restrictions (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns from residents of McKell Street, Birchgrove regarding vehicle

accessibility issues and sightline issues at the horizontal curve in McKell Street when vehicles park on both sides of the street.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1. A 32.3m ‘No Parking’ restriction be installed along the northern side of McKell Street, Birchgrove, between No.29 and No.33 McKell Street; and

2. A 15.7m ‘No Stopping’ restriction be installed along the southern side of McKell Street, Birchgrove east of No.2 McKell Street.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1. A 32.3m ‘No Parking’ restriction be installed along the northern side of McKell Street, Birchgrove, between No.29 and No.33 McKell Street; and

2. A 15.7m ‘No Stopping’ restriction be installed along the southern side of McKell Street, Birchgrove east of No.2 McKell Street.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 23 Trafalgar Lane, Annandale - Proposed 'No Parking' Restriction (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns from residents of Nelson Street, Annandale regarding vehicles parking on the western side of Trafalgar Lane, Annandale and subsequently obstructing rear driveway access for properties No.154 – No.168 Nelson Street.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the existing ‘No Parking’ restriction on the western side of Trafalgar Lane, Annandale, north of Booth Lane be extended by 46m to include the rear of boundaries of Nos.143-149 Trafalgar Street.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 24 Trafalgar Street, Annandale - Motorbike Parking (Gulgadya - Leichhardt Ward / Balmain Electorate / Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns regarding blocked vehicular access and obstructed sightlines

to the driveway of No.33-37 Trafalgar Street, Annandale. In order to prevent vehicles impeding driveway access and sightlines whilst making use of the short kerb space, it is

proposed to convert the existing 2.2m unrestricted parking space into a 2.2m 'Motor Bike Only’ parking between No.33-37 Trafalgar Street, Annandale and the garden bed to the south.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the existing 2.2m unrestricted kerb space between the driveway of No.33-37 Trafalgar Street, Annandale and the garden bed to the south be signposted as a 2.2m ‘Motor Bike Only’ parking space.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 25 Outstanding Actions from July 2018 to date

(All Wards/All Electorates/ All PACs)

SUMMARY

A review of Traffic Committee recommendations adopted by Council has been undertaken to

provide a report on any outstanding actions for the Committee's consideration. The period of

review was from July 2018 to date.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT this report be received and noted.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT this report be received and noted.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1119 Item 26 Kingstone Lane, Camperdown - Between Marmion Street and Salisbury Road - Temporary Full Road Closure for Street Party (Damun-Stanmore Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from a resident for the temporary full road closure of

Kingston Lane, Camperdown between Marmion Street and Salisbury Road for a period of five hours on Saturday, 14 December 2019 in order to hold a street party. It is recommended that the proposed temporary road closure be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposed temporary full road closure of Kingston Lane, Camperdown between Marmion Street and Salisbury Road on Saturday 14 December 2019 between 4.00pm and 9.00pm be APPROVED, in order to hold a street party, subject to the conditions of approval as set out in the Street Party Application Form and the following conditions:

b) The applicant is to set out the road closure as per the attached typical Traffic Control Plan (TCP);

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

All affected residents and businesses, including the NSW Police Local Area Commander, Fire & Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance Services be notified in writing,

by the applicant, of the proposed temporary road closure at least 14 days in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders;

1. The applicant is to set out the road closure as per the attached typical Traffic Control Plan (TCP);

2. A 4-metre wide emergency vehicle access be maintained through the closed road areas during the course of the event; and

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

For motion: Unanimous

General Business

LTC1119 Item 27 Proposed Permit Parking Restrictions - Railway Terrace, Lewisham

The Committee noted the report on the proposed ‘2P 8:30am - 6:00pm Monday to Friday Permit Holders Excepted Area M7 parking restrictions’ in the section of Railway Terrace, Petersham between Hunter Street and West Street to provide additional parking opportunities for residents. Given that Railway Terrace is a classified State Road, the Committee recommended that the proposal be forwarded to RMS for investigation.

LTC1119 Item 28 Road closure and electricity shut down in Lord Street, Newtown

Residents of Lord Street raised concerns with the Member for Newtown regarding the shutdown of electricity and closure of the road on 19 October 2019 from 4am-6pm. The residents who made representations stated that they did not receive advanced notice of the works. Sydney Trains had advised the Member for Newtown that residents were notified in advance of the works. Council Officers are aware of the issue and are still undertaking investigations to determine who temporarily closed the road as there was no Council record of these works or approval given.

LTC1119 Item 29 Stormwater drain gate on Railway Terrace, Lewisham

The Inner West Bicycle Coalition representative asked for an update to the request to undertake maintenance works on the depressed stormwater drain gate on Railway Terrace near Old Canterbury Road raised at the Committee meeting on 5 August 2019. The RMS representative asked for the request be forwarded to her for investigation as the previous RMS representative has moved to a different position.

LTC1119 Item 30 Sydney Metro trucks on regional roads in Newtown

The representative for the Member for Newtown raised concerns with Sydney Metro trucks constantly using Enmore Road, King Street and Edgeware Road. Council Officers will request Sydney Metro provide information on the approved route and adherence in accordance with the Environmental Impact Statement.

Meeting closed at 10.50am.