Agenda of Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

6 April 2020

Minutes of Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Held at Petersham Service Centre on 2 March 2020

Meeting commenced at 10.02am

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
Sgt John Micallef	NSW Police – Burwood Police Area Command
SC Stephen Flanagan	NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command
Tanmila Samin Islam	Transport for NSW

OFFICERS IN ATTENDANCE

Asith Nagodavithane	Transit Systems – Inner West Bus Services
Adrian Pritchard	Transit Systems – Inner West Bus Services
Clr Marghanita da Cruz	Councillor – Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward
Cathy Edwards-Davis	IWC’s Director Infrastructure
Manod Wickramasinghe	IWC’s Traffic and Transport Services Manager
George Tsaprounis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic and Parking Services (South)
Miia Hynninen	IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Alexander Dilworth	LTC0220 Item 19 – Resident

APOLOGIES:

Sgt Paul Vlachos	NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Nil.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

Public speaker: Alexander Dilworth attended at 10.03am

Mr Dilworth, on behalf of the Warren Road Action Group, spoke on LTC0220 Item 19 regarding the proposed Warren Road, Marrickville upgrade. Mr Dilworth stated that since residents met with Council on a number of occasions about the upgrade, the proposal has not progressed any further. The Action Group had been advised that Transport for NSW was reviewing the proposal but no further information has been relayed to residents since then. Mr Dilworth stated that, in the meantime, numerous accidents and near misses in Warren Road have been occurring on a weekly basis. Mr Dilworth requested that the residents be shown some support to move forward with making Warren Road safer.

(Mr Dilworth left at 10.08am)

The Transport for NSW representative stated that they have no objections to the ‘One Way’ concept on Warren Road in principle and welcome Council to organise to make changes at the signalised intersection accordingly. The implementation is dependent on the cost of upgrading the traffic signals and sourcing funding for the upgrade. Council are waiting on a cost estimate for the signal upgrade from contractors which is expected to be received shortly. Council Officers and Transport for NSW can then discuss next steps. Clr Macri suggested that residents can write to local State Members to help source funding.

The Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Monday, 3 February 2020 were confirmed.

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

The Local Traffic Committee recommendations of its meeting held on 2 December 2019 and 3 February 2020 were adopted at Council’s meeting held on 25 February 2020 with the following amendments:

a) December 2019 - LTC1219 Item 8 Carrington Road Marrickville, THAT a further report be provided to Council to examine the provision of a pedestrian crossing on Carrington Road near Renwick Street Marrickville to improve pedestrian safety, particularly the safety of students attending Tempe High School;

b) February 2020 - LTC0220 Item 9 Clissold Street, Ashfield - Investigation of Proposed Works from the Ashfield Traffic Management Strategy (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC) - THAT Council write to Transport for NSW and Transit Systems and request that to ensure safe traffic management they support the introduction of opposing directional one-way streets in Clissold Street and Seaview Street, Ashfield, with the associated changes to the 406 and 413 bus routes; and

c) That traffic officers meet with Stockland Cardinal Freeman Village with the view to have delivery and large vehicles enter from either Victoria Street or Queen Street Ashfield.

LTC0320 Item 1 Minor Traffic Facilities (All Wards/All Electorates/All LAC's)

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 following ‘Disabled Parking’ zones be removed as they are no longer required;

a. 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 3 O`Hara Street, Marrickville;

2. A 6.0m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 63 Pigott Street, Dulwich Hill;

3. A 6.0m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 2 Starling Street, Rozelle;

4. A 6.0m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 21 Pashley Street, Balmain;

5. A 30m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the north-western side of Dibble Avenue, on the side boundary of No. 56 Ewart Street, Marrickville, for 12 weeks;

6. A 9m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed in front of No 132. Evans Street, Rozelle, adjacent to the existing ‘No Stopping’ restriction, for development at No. 144 Evans Street, for 12 weeks, subject to resident consultation; and

7. A 12m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the western side of Norton Street, in front of No. 46 Norton Street, Leichhardt, for 12 weeks, subject to resident notification.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1. The following ‘Disabled Parking’ zones be removed as they are no longer required;

a. 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 3 O`Hara Street, Marrickville;

2. A 6.0m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 63 Pigott Street, Dulwich Hill;

3. A 6.0m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 2 Starling Street, Rozelle;

4. A 6.0m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 21 Pashley Street, Balmain;

5. A 30m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the north-western side of Dibble Avenue, on the side boundary of No. 56 Ewart Street, Marrickville, for 12 weeks;

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 2     Premier Street, Marrickville – Request for ‘Mobility’ parking
    provision adjacent to Ferncourt Public School (Midjuburi -
    Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

A request has been received from the Principal of Ferncourt Public School for the provision of a dedicated Mobility Parking space outside Ferncourt Public School, 74 Premier Street, Marrickville and within the existing drop-off zone in order to improve accessibility for students attending the school. The 'Mobility Parking' restrictions will be applicable from '8.00-9.30 am and 2.30-4.00 pm School Days’ only.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT a 6m ‘Mobility Parking; 8.00 - 9.30 am and 2.30 – 4.00 pm School Days, Buses Excepted ' space be installed on the southern side of Premier Street, Marrickville west of the western access gate adjacent to the Ferncourt Public School and within the existing drop-off zone.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT a 6m ‘Mobility Parking; 8.00 - 9.30 am and 2.30 – 4.00 pm School Days, Buses Excepted ' space be installed on the southern side of Premier Street, Marrickville west of the western access gate adjacent to the Ferncourt Public School and within the existing drop-off zone.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 3     Liberty Street and Bedford Street, Stanmore – Temporary full road
    closure to complete rail overbridge refurbishment works – 20 and
    21 June 20220 (Damun-Stanmore Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner
    West PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from Sydney Trains (Transport for NSW - TfNSW) for the temporary full road closure of Liberty Road (between Railway Avenue and Trafalgar Street) and Bedford Street (between Liberty Street and Pierce Street), Stanmore from 4am Saturday, 20 June to 4pm Sunday, 21 June 2020 in order to finish refurbishment works on the Liberty Street Stanmore rail over bridge. The streets 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 Liberty Road (between Railway Avenue and Trafalgar Street) and Bedford Street (between Liberty Street and Pierce Street), Stanmore from 4am Saturday, 20 June to 4pm Sunday, 21 June 2020 be approved, in order to finish refurbishment works on the Liberty Street Stanmore rail over bridge subject, but not limited to, the following conditions:

1. A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre;

2. 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

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 the proposed temporary full road closure of Liberty Road (between Railway Avenue and Trafalgar Street) and Bedford Street (between Liberty Street and Pierce Street), Stanmore from 4am Saturday, 20 June to 4pm Sunday, 21 June 2020 be approved, in order to finish refurbishment works on the Liberty Street Stanmore rail over bridge subject, but not limited to, the following conditions:

1. A Road Occupancy License be obtained by the applicant from the Transport Management Centre;

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

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 4     Haberfield Library Upgrade - Temporary Bus Relocation and Work
    Zone (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood
    PAC)

SUMMARY

Council Major Projects and Facilities has received an approval for a Development Application (DA) to upgrade the Haberfield Centre and Library. As part of the construction works, it is proposed that a temporary ‘Work Zone’ be established in front of the library at No. 78 Dalhousie Street. The existing bus stop will be re-located approximately 20m south for approximately 37 weeks.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1. A 20m ‘Work Zone 7:00am -6:00pm Mon-Fri and 8:00am-1:00pm Sat be installed at the front of No.78 Dalhousie Street, Haberfield, for 37 weeks, temporarily replacing the existing bus stop; and

2. The existing bus stop in front of No. 78 Dalhousie Street, Haberfield be re-located 20m south, closer to the traffic lights at Ramsay Street.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1. A 20m ‘Work Zone 7:00am -6:00pm Mon-Fri and 8:00am-1:00pm Sat be installed at the front of No.78 Dalhousie Street, Haberfield, for 37 weeks, temporarily replacing the existing bus stop; and

2. The existing bus stop in front of No. 78 Dalhousie Street, Haberfield be re-located 20m south, closer to the traffic lights at Ramsay Street.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 5     Ravenue Lane, Stanmore - Proposed 'No Parking 5am-10am
    Monday' to improve vehicular access for Waste Collection Vehicles
    (Damun - Stanmore Ward/ Summer Hill Electorate/ Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

A proposal for the installation of ‘No Parking 5am-10am Monday’ restrictions in Ravenue Lane, between Lincoln Street and Stafford Street, Stanmore has been requested to address concerns from residents and Council’s Waste Collection Officers regarding regular instances of parked vehicles restricting access for waste collection vehicles. The proposal is limited to waste collection days only and will improve access for waste collection vehicles as well as reduce the chance of property damage. The proposal includes statutory ‘No Stopping’ zones at its intersections with Lincoln Street and Stafford Street.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1. ‘No Parking 5am – 10am Monday’ restrictions be installed along the northern side of Ravenue Lane, along the side boundary of Properties No. 75 Lincoln Street and No. 78 Stafford Street, Stanmore;

2. ‘No Parking 5am – 10am Monday’ restrictions be installed along the southern side of Ravenue Lane, along the rear of Properties No. 28 – 42 Railway Avenue, Stanmore;

3. 10m statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions be signposted on the northern and southern sides of Ravenue Lane west of Stafford Street, Stanmore; and

4. 10m statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions be signposted on the northern and southern sides of Ravenue Lane east of Lincoln Street, Stanmore.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

2. ‘No Parking 5am – 10am Monday’ restrictions be installed along the southern side of Ravenue Lane, along the rear of Properties No. 28 – 42 Railway Avenue, Stanmore;

3. 10m statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions be signposted on the northern and southern sides of Ravenue Lane west of Stafford Street, Stanmore; and

4. 10m statutory ‘No Stopping’ restrictions be signposted on the northern and southern sides of Ravenue Lane east of Lincoln Street, Stanmore.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 6     Myra Lane, Dulwich Hill - Proposed 'No Stopping' Restrictions
    (Djarrawunang- Ashfield Ward/ Summer Hill Electorate/ Inner West
    PAC)

SUMMARY

Following representations from the community regarding vehicles parking on the northern side of Myra Lane, between Garnet Lane and Myra Road, impeding off-street parking access, Council is proposing to introduce new ‘No Stopping’ restrictions along the northern side of the lane.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT 16m ‘No Stopping’ restrictions be installed in Myra Lane (Northern side), west of the Myra Road, Dulwich Hill.

DISCUSSION

Council Officers tabled a late submission from a resident who supported the recommendation.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT 16m ‘No Stopping’ restrictions be installed in Myra Lane (Northern side), west of the Myra Road, Dulwich Hill.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 7     Pigott Street at The Boulevarde, Dulwich Hill - Proposed Statutory
    10-metre 'No Stopping' restrictions (Djarrawunang - Ashfield Ward/
    Summer Hill Electorate/ Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is proposing to implement statutory 10-metre ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Pigott Street at The Boulevarde, Dulwich Hill following a request to deter illegal parking on the northern side of Pigott Street. Vehicles parked on Pigott Street, within 10 metres of the intersection with The Boulevarde, at times hinder the sight line for vehicles entering the intersection.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1. Implementation of 10m statutory ‘No Stopping’ in Pigott Street (northern side), east of its intersection with The Boulevarde, Dulwich Hill; and

2. Implementation of 10m statutory ‘No Stopping’ in Pigott Street (northern side), west of its intersection with The Boulevarde, Dulwich Hill, be approved.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1. Implementation of 10m statutory ‘No Stopping’ in Pigott Street (northern side), east of its intersection with The Boulevarde, Dulwich Hill; and

2. Implementation of 10m statutory ‘No Stopping’ in Pigott Street (northern side), west of its intersection with The Boulevarde, Dulwich Hill, be approved.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 8     Charlotte Street, Ashfield- Request to convert 1P period parking to
    1/2P period parking outside premises No's 18-20 Charlotte Street,
    Ashfield (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/ Summer Hill Electorate/
    Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

A request has been received by the newsagent proprietor premises No. 18 Charlotte Street, Ashfield to have a short section of 1-hour period parking zone outside the newsagent and convenience store Nos. 18-20 Charlotte Street, converted to ½ hour period parking. This will allow a higher turnover for customer parking in the area particularly for the customers attending the above corner shops in Charlotte Street.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the existing 8m length of ‘1P 8.30am-6.00pm Mon-Sun’ outside premises Nos. 18-20 Charlotte Street, Ashfield, be converted to ‘1/2 P 8.30am-6.00pm Mon-Sun’.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the existing 8m length of ‘1P 8.30am-6.00pm Mon-Sun’ outside premises Nos. 18-20 Charlotte Street, Ashfield, be converted to ‘1/2 P 8.30am-6.00pm Mon-Sun’.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 9 Railway Street, Petersham - Proposed installation of Loading Zone
(Damun -Stanmore Ward/ Newtown Electorate/ Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

A request has been received for provision of a ‘Loading Zone’ in Railway Street, Petersham to facilitate with loading and unloading at Property No. 30 Terminus Street, Petersham.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1. Implementation of a sixteen (16) metre ‘Loading Zone 8.00am – 3.00pm Wednesday’ on western side of Railway Street, between Carrington Lane and Terminus Street; and

2. Implementation 10m statutory ‘No Stopping’ on the western side of Railway Street at Terminus Street, Petersham; be approved.

DISCUSSION

Council Officers tabled a late submission from a resident who objected to the proposal as they believed that the Resident Parking Scheme in Railway Street should be extended to both sides of the street. Council’s Officers comments to the submission was that Resident Parking Schemes have been introduced on one side of the road for many areas to date. This allows for a balanced approach to the provision of on-street parking which caters for all users.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1. Implementation of a sixteen (16) metre ‘Loading Zone 8.00am – 3.00pm Wednesday’ on western side of Railway Street, between Carrington Lane and Terminus Street; and

2. Implementation 10m statutory ‘No Stopping’ on the western side of Railway Street at Terminus Street, Petersham; be approved.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 10 Morris Street, Summer Hill- Request to remove 1/2 P period
parking restrictions outside Nos. 24-28 Morris Street, Summer Hill
(Djarrawunang - Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received a resident request to remove an existing ½ hour period parking zone (2 car space length) outside premise No’s. 24-26 Morris Street, Summer Hill as it is not required by current land uses.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the existing ½ hour period parking zone of 2 spaces on the eastern side of Morris Street, Summer Hill, outside premise No’s 24-26 Morris Street, be removed.

DISCUSSION

Council Officers tabled a late submission from a resident objecting to the proposal on the basis that she has mobility problems and the proposal would remove her ability to park in front of her house. It was noted that the resident has a mobility parking permit which would allow her to park unrestricted in the existing 2 hour parking that is currently provided on Morris and Lorne Street, in addition to the unrestricted parking that is proposed outside of No’s 24-26 Morris Street. Residents can also apply for a mobility parking space should they meet the criteria.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the existing ½ hour period parking zone of 2 spaces on the eastern side of Morris Street, Summer Hill, outside premise No’s 24-26 Morris Street, be removed.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 11     Renwick Street, Marrickville - Proposed extension of short-term
      parking restrictions (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward/ Summer Hill
        Electorate/ Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Concerns were raised by a business owner in the southern section of Renwick Street, Marrickville that there was insufficient short stay parking in the locality that allows motorists to park and visit businesses in the area. Allocating two presently unrestricted on-street parking spaces on the northern side of Renwick Street, immediately west of the current ‘P30 7.30am – 3pm Monday – Friday’, near the intersection of Carrington Road, as additional short term restricted parking would allow visitors to the area greater opportunity to park for a short period of time.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the extension of current ‘P30 min 7.30am – 3.00pm Monday - Friday’ parking restrictions by twelve (12) metres westward along the northern side of Renwick Street, Marrickville (between Carrington Road and Excelsior Parade) be approved.

DISCUSSION

Council Officers tabled two late submissions from residents who objected to the proposal as they believed that removing unrestricted parking would adversely affect residents in Renwick Street and neighbouring streets. An additional two late submissions were also received in support of the proposal with a business owner requesting that the restrictions be increased from P30 to 1P.

As a compromise, Council Officers proposed a revised plan to replace the existing 12m ‘P30 7.30am – 3.00pm Monday-Friday’ parking restrictions along the northern side of Renwick Street with an 18m ‘1P 7.30am – 3.00pm Monday to Friday’ restriction. Council Officers have consulted with the business owner who requested for more short-stay parking on this revised proposal.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s revised recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the current twelve (12) metre ‘P30 min 7.30am – 3.00pm Monday - Friday’ parking restrictions and subsequent six (6) metres of unrestricted parking along the northern side of Renwick Street, Marrickville (east of Carrington Road) be replaced with an eighteen (18) metre ‘1P 7.30am – 3.00pm Monday - Friday’ parking restriction.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 12    Hartley Street, Rozelle - Proposed 'No Stopping' restriction at
     intersection with Victoria Road (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain
        Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Concerns have been raised regarding illegal parking, restricting the ability of vehicles to turn around at the southern end of Hartley Street, Rozelle.

Officer’s Recommendation

That a 25m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Hartley Street, north of Victoria Road, Rozelle.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That a 25m ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Hartley Street, north of Victoria Road, Rozelle.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 13    Park Lane, Ashfield - Proposed 'No Parking' restrictions
     (Djarrawunang - Ashfield Ward/ Summer Hill Electorate/             Burwood
        PAC)

SUMMARY

Representations have been received from a local resident for the provision of full time ‘No Parking’ restrictions in Park Lane, Ashfield to improve access to off-street parking as vehicular access is often blocked by parked vehicles in the laneway. Access issues for Waste Collection vehicles has also been observed on-site by Council Officers undertaking the investigation. Residents have been notified of the proposal.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the implementation of full-time ‘No Parking’ restrictions along the northern side of Park Lane, Ashfield between Alma Street and west of the Park Lane road closure, be approved.

DISCUSSION

Council Officers tabled a late submission from a resident in support of the proposal.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the implementation of full-time ‘No Parking’ restrictions along the northern side of Park Lane, Ashfield between Alma Street and west of the Park Lane road closure, be approved.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0320 Item 14 Carlisle Street between Norton Street and Unnamed Laneway,
    Leichhardt - Road Occupancy - ANZAC Day Event (Gulgadya -
    Leichhardt Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received an application from the licensee of The Royal Hotel in Leichhardt for approval of a temporary full road closure in Carlisle Street between Norton Street and the Unnamed Laneway adjacent to No.2 Carlisle Street to be held on Saturday, 25 April 2020 between the hours of 6am and 12 midnight. The road closure has been requested to facilitate The Royal Hotel ANZAC Day Event.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the temporary road closure of Carlisle Street, Leichhardt between Norton Street and the Unnamed Laneway adjacent to No.2 Carlisle Street to be held on Saturday, 25 April 2020 between the hours of 6am and 12 midnight be supported, subject to the following conditions:

a. That an unencumbered passaged minimum of 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Carlisle Street, Leichhardt;

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

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 2 weeks in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders.

DISCUSSION

Council was requested to forward the TMP and TCP to Transport for NSW for concurrence. Transport for NSW also requested the TMP and TCP for the cluster events that were presented to the Committee on 3 February 2020.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

a. That an unencumbered passaged minimum of 4.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Carlisle Street, Leichhardt;

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

For motion: Unanimous

General Business

LTC0320 Item 15 Booth Street, Annandale – Request for timed parking

Clr Macri received a request from a business owner for timed parking on Booth Street, Annandale. The apartment blocks on the City of Sydney side of Booth Street, between Johnstons Creek and Pyrmont Bridge Road, do not have resident parking and as a result, residents are parking in front of the businesses opposite the apartments. This takes away parking from patrons of the businesses. Council Officers will investigate this request.

LTC0320 Item 16 Hawthorne Parade, Haberfield – Request for traffic calming
measures

Clr Macri has received a request for traffic calming measures on Hawthorne Parade, Haberfield. The representative for Burwood PAC requested that any traffic counts undertaken by Council in Hawthorne Parade be provided to them.

Clr da Cruz requested that Hawthorne Parade be investigated for a 30km/hr speed zone as cyclists ride on the road and it is a high pedestrian area. It was noted that the community do not always like speed humps as a traffic calming measure.

Clr da Cruz also stated that residents have requested for a pedestrian crossing and refuges on Lord Street.

LTC0320 Item 17 Roundabout intersection of Edward Street and Smith Street,
Summer Hill – Request for speed hump

Clr Macri received a request for a speed hump to be installed on the Edward Street approach to the roundabout at the intersection of Smith Street and Edward Street. The resident stated sightlines of Edward Street from Smith Street is poor and given that the intersection is part of a cycle route, it is necessary to slow vehicles down. There is currently a speed hump on the Smith Street entrance of the roundabout.

LTC0320 Item 18 Pedestrian crossings and signal phasing

Clr da Cruz raised an ongoing issue with pedestrian crossing signal phasing at several intersections: Darling Street at Victoria Road; Parramatta Road at Johnston Street; and Mallet Street at Parramatta Road. Clr da Cruz stated that the green pedestrian signal is not on for long enough and that when the flashing red pedestrian signal activates, the red left turn holding arrow is deactivated at the same time allowing vehicles to turn when pedestrians are only halfway across the road. Sometimes pedestrians are left waiting in the middle of the road for turning motorists to pass when they do not give way to the pedestrians. Clr da Cruz asked how driver behaviour could be improved at crossings.

The Transport for NSW representative advised that this signal phasing is an Australia-wide standard and road rules state that motorists are to give way to pedestrians at crossings. The representative advised that Transport for NSW have adjusted signals at some sites to give pedestrians more time to cross before signals allow motorists to turn. Transport for NSW will investigate the feasibility of adjusting signal phasing at the intersections raised by Clr da Cruz.

Clr da Cruz also stated that she has received complaints from residents that motorists are not stopping and giving way at the pedestrian crossing on Darling Street at Wise Street, Rozelle.

LTC0320 Item 19 Pedestrian incident on Iron Cove Bridge, Rozelle

Clr da Cruz stated that a pedestrian was reportedly taken to hospital after an incident on the Iron Cove Bridge shared path. Clr da Cruz asked if there was a strategy to address pedestrian safety on the shared path and commented that scooters often speed along the footpath.

LTC0320 Item 20 Closure of shared path on Lilyfield Road at Anzac Bridge, Rozelle

The representative for the Member for Balmain raised concerns with the suggested route from Victoria Road to the city after WestConnex closes the pedestrian/cyclist bridge over Victoria Road at Lilyfield Road at Anzac Bridge on 8 March 2020. The representative stated that the holding areas at two signalised intersections on the suggested detour route are not wide enough to accommodate the number of pedestrians and cyclists that will be diverted to the route. The representative further stated that the suggested route takes pedestrians up to Sommerville Road through a steep and narrow pathway and will be mixing with cyclists. The representative commented that the plan to close the Lilyfield Road pedestrian/cyclist bridge should have been presented to the Committee and requested Transport for NSW to respond regarding the safety of pedestrians on the suggested route. The Transport for NSW representative will raise these concerns with WestConnex.

LTC0320 Item 21 Boat trailers in Balmain Road, Leichhardt

The Leichhardt PAC representative recently met with a resident on Balmain Road regarding boat trailers parked long-term in the street. The representative asked what Council’s policy is on trailer parking. Council Officers advised that Council had not opted into utilising the impounding legislation due to the high staff resources required and ineffective results. Instead, Council has been installing signage prohibiting the parking of trailers. However, Council has found that signposting a street, such as Balmain Road, often moves the trailers into neighbouring residential streets which is more problematic than parking them on a State Road.

LTC0320 Item 22 Parking exemptions for Transit Systems

The Transit Systems representatives stated that Council Rangers have been issuing fines to Transit Systems marked cars when parked in a bus zone during the changeover of bus drivers. Currently only buses are permitted to park in bus zones. The representatives requested for an exemption for Transit System marked cars. Council Officers will investigate the possibility of an exemption.

Meeting closed at 10.44am.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

6 April 2020

Item No: LTC0420 Item 1

Subject: Minor Traffic Facilities

Prepared By: Davide Torresan - Coordinator - Road Access Services

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

SUMMARY

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

RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1. The following disabled parking zones be removed as they are no longer required:

a) 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 47 Alfred Street, Rozelle;

b) 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 24 and 26 Cannon Street, Stanmore;

c) 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 15 Tamar Street Marrickville;

d) 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 5 Isabella Street, Balmain; and

e) 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 29 Phillip street Newtown.

2. The following ‘Disabled Parking’ zones be approved and installed:

a) 6m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 18 Carrington Street, Summer Hill;

b) 6.0m 'Disabled Parking’ zone and ‘No Stopping (right)” zone at a statutory distance from Bruce Street be installed in front of No. 143 Albany Road, Stanmore; and

c) 6.0m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 38 Albert Street, Leichhardt.

3. The following ‘Works Zone’ zones be approved and installed:

a) 30m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the southern side of Gladstone Street, in front of No. 2-2A Gladstone Street, Newtown, for 12 weeks;

b) 9m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the eastern side of Elswick Street, in front of No. 73 Elswick Street, Leichhardt, for 12 weeks;

c) 9m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the northern side of Piper Street, on the side boundary of No. 2 Lonsdale Street, Lilyfield, for 12 weeks;

d) 10m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the south-eastern side of Wardell Road, in front of No. 166 Wardell Road, Marrickville, for 12 weeks;

e) 12.5m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the north-western side of High Street, in front of No. 39 High Street, Marrickville, for 12 weeks; and

f) 12m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the northern side of Meeks Road, in front of No. 141 Meeks Road, Marrickville, for 12 weeks.

BACKGROUND

See other staff comments below for background and recommendations for ‘Disabled Parking’ and ‘Work Zone’ recommendations.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

1. Removal of ‘Disabled Parking’ restrictions – Various

Residents have advised that the following ‘Disabled Parking’ zones are no longer required. Council staff have contacted the original applicants and they have confirmed that the ‘Disabled Parking’ zones are no longer required.

It is recommended that the following ‘Disabled Parking’ zones be removed:

a) 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 47 Alfred Street, Rozelle,

b) 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 24 and 26 Cannon Street, Stanmore,

c) 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 15 Tamar Street Marrickville,

d) 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 5 Isabella Street, Balmain,

e) 6m ‘Disabled Parking’ zone in front of No. 29 Phillip street Newtown,

2. Installation of ‘Disabled Parking’ Restriction – Various

Residents have requested the installation of 'Disabled Parking’ zones for the following properties.

It is recommended that the following ‘Disabled Parking' zones be approved as the applicant’s current medical conditions warrant the provision of these spaces and they have constrained or no off-street parking opportunities. The ‘Disabled Parking’ zones recommended for approval are installed under the following conditions:

1. The operation of the Disabled Parking Zone is valid for two (2) years from the date of installation.

2. The Disabled Parking Zone will be scheduled for review within two (2) years of the date of installation, then every twelve (12) months thereafter. The purpose of the reviews is to confirm that circumstances have not changed and as a result, the applicant may be requested to furnish a medical certificate and current Mobility Parking Scheme Permit to demonstrate the need for the continuation of the Disabled Parking zone.

3. The Disabled Parking Zone is not exclusively reserved for the use of the applicant. It may also be used by any holder of a valid Mobility Parking Scheme Permit.

4. There is an obligation on the applicant to advise Council if circumstance change.

It should be noted that due to the limited width of streets around the LGA, it is often difficult to comply with the requirements for the parking space dimensions as per AS2890.5-1993 “On-Street Parking”. The installation of ramps may result in the loss of some adjacent on-street parking spaces. As such, ramps are only proposed where required for wheelchair access and at the applicants cost.

It is recommended that the following ‘Disabled Parking’ zones be approved and installed:

a) 6m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 18 Carrington Street, Summer Hill;

b) 6.0m 'Disabled Parking’ zone and “No Stopping (right)” zone at a statutory distance from Bruce Street be installed in front of No. 143 Albany Road, Stanmore; and

c) 6.0m 'Disabled Parking’ zone be installed in front of No. 38 Albert Street, Leichhardt,

3. Installation of ‘Works Zone’ Restriction – Various

Applications have also been received for ‘Work Zones’. The applications have been reviewed according to Council’s conditions of approval on the Work Zones application forms. It is also recommended that the following ‘Works Zones’ be approved for the period indicated, with the provision to be extended upon request by the applicant and payment of additional ‘Works Zone’ lease fees.

It is recommended that the following ‘Works Zones’ be approved and installed:

a) 30m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the southern side of Gladstone Street, in front of No. 2-2A Gladstone Street, Newtown, for 12 weeks;

b) 9m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the eastern side of Elswick Street, in front of No. 73 Elswick Street, Leichhardt, for 12 weeks;

c) 9m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the northern side of Piper Street, on the side boundary of No. 2 Lonsdale Street, Lilyfield, for 12 weeks;

d) 10m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the south-eastern side of Wardell Road, in front of No. 166 Wardell Road, Marrickville, for 12 weeks;

e) 12.5m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the north-western side of High Street, in front of No. 39 High Street, Marrickville, for 12 weeks; and

f) 12m 'Works Zone 7.00am – 6.00pm Mon-Fri and 8.00am - 1.00pm Sat' be installed on the northern side of Meeks Road, in front of No. 141 Meeks Road, Marrickville, for 12 weeks;

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Nil

ATTACHMENTS

Nil.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

6 April 2020

Item No: LTC0420 Item 2

Subject: Dobroyd Parade to Hawthorne Parade bicycle contraflow

Prepared By: Ryan Hawken - Project Manager Greenway Delivery

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

SUMMARY

Detailed design plans have been prepared for a contra-flow bicycle facility between Dobroyd Parade and Hawthorne Parade, Haberfield. Consultation with affected residents and owners was undertaken on the draft detailed design plans in February and March 2020. It is recommended that the detail design plans are approved for construction.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1. The proposed diversion plan for pedestrian and cyclists for future works along the Bay Run be noted; and

2. The plan (Attachment 1) for a contra-flow cycle facility in the one-way link road between Dobroyd Parade and Hawthorne Parade, Haberfield be approved for construction and be implemented in advance of the Bay Run works.

BACKGROUND

In August 2018 Council adopted the Cooks to Cove Greenway Master Plan. Based on the adopted Master Plan concept designs were developed and endorsed by Council in May 2019. Council is now developing detailed design plans to facilitate construction.

As part of the works it is proposed to upgrade the Bay Run east of UTS rowers to Lilyfield Road, including the Lilyfield Road bridge. To facilitate upgrade and widening of the shared path through this section the seawall will be required to be widened into Iron Cove.

Whilst pedestrian and cyclist access will be maintained as much as possible, for periods of the construction it will be necessary to divert all pedestrians and cyclists. This would include, at a minimum; during construction of parts of the seawall, construction of a widened ramp up to Lilyfield Road Bridge and construction of a ramped connection to the Greenway.

There is no room for pedestrians and cyclists to travel adjacent to the proposed works area due to the proximity of the City West Link. As such a diversion route is required.

Proposed pedestrian and cyclist diversion plan.

Refer Attachment 1 for an overview of the proposed diversion routes.

During the works it is proposed that cyclists and pedestrians would be diverted from the Bay Run at Timbrell Drive across the City West Link and up Mortley Avenue.

Access to the UTS rowers would be retained from the café and along the existing path west of the club and from the carpark.

From Timbrell Drive, pedestrians would be diverted through Robson Park, along part existing and part new path, and then along an existing path through the park lands adjacent to the City West Link. From here pedestrians would travel along Dobroyd Parade, Hawthorne Parade, and Canal Road to re-join the Bay Run at Maliyawul Street. The total length of the diversion would be 1.6km. This compares to the regular route of 1.0km.

The path through Robson park is only 2.1m wide and would not be suitable for the high numbers of cyclists using the Bay Run. Instead cyclists would be diverted on-road up Mortley Avenue, down Boomerang Street and along Crescent Street. From here cyclists would travel along Dobroyd Parade, Hawthorne Parade, and Canal Road to re-join the Bay Run at Maliyawul Street.

The low traffic numbers are generally suitable for an on-road route although it is noted that less confident riders may ride through Robson Park and along the shared path following the same route as pedestrians.

Based on historic traffic counts, traffic numbers along the proposed diversion route are as follows:

· Mortley Avenue: 5500 to 6000 AADT

· Boomerang Street (north of Mortley Avenue): 1200 to 2000 AADT

· Crescent Street: 500 to 600 AADT

· Tillock Street: 500 to 600 AADT

· Hawthorne Parade to Dobroyd Parade one-way link: 255 AADT

All roads except Mortley Avenue have low traffic volumes suitable for an on-road cycle route. Mortley Avenue forms part of an existing cycle route, but existing conditions are suboptimal due to the mixed traffic and high traffic volumes combined with a significant incline.

Further investigation and designs to facilitate the diversion route will be undertaken as part of the Bay Run upgrade detailed design. This is likely to entail investigation of:

· Improvements to the intersection of City West Link, Timbrell Drive and Mortley Ave

· Marked up-hill shoulder lane and mixed traffic down-hill lane on Mortley Ave

· Extension of Robson Park path network and conversion of the path through Robson Park to a shared path

· Crossing point at Boomerang Street

· Conversion of the path link from Boomerang Street to Dobroyd Parade to a shared path

· Conversion of the Dobroyd Parade to Hawthorne Parade one-way link to a contraflow

The conversion of the Dobroyd Parade to Hawthorne Parade one-way link to a contraflow bicycle facility is discussed in detail below.

Contraflow link between Dobroyd Parade into Hawthorne Parade

A small stretch of the diversion cycle route between Hawthorne Parade and Dobroyd Parade is one-way. The one-way link currently prohibits vehicles travelling east bound from Dobroyd Parade into Hawthorne Parade.

To enable the Bay Run diversion route to be viable for cyclists, the one-way link would need to be modified to allow cyclists to travel in both directions through this stretch.

In accordance with RMS Technical Direction td14-02 a contra-flow bicycle facility may take the form of a marked lane or as a movement designated by signs only. Both facilities require combinations of regulatory and supplementary signage. Pavement markings that raise awareness of bi-directional bicycle movements are also recommended.

The one-way road width is 4.2m wide at its narrowest point and widens at either end to over 6.0m.

A 1.4m wide marked contra-flow bike lane could be implemented along the length of the one-way section on the northern side; however, given the short distance (55m), very low traffic volumes (255 AADT), adequate sight distance (30m) and low speeds (35km/h 85%ile speed) it is considered movement designated by signs and pavement markings only is appropriate.

The proposed signage and pavement marking changes are shown in the detailed design plan in Attachment 2. This includes signage changes at either end of the contra flow facility as well as a bicycle pavement markings.

Associated with this is modification to existing parking signage and line marking in Hawthorne Parade just south of the proposed contra flow facility to enable cyclists to transition from on-road to the Greenway path safely, whilst also facilitating turn movements for vehicles. The proposed changes would result in the loss of three car parking spaces.

Modifications to the one-way link between Dobroyd and Haberfield Parade and parking in Hawthorne Parade are proposed to be implemented as part of the Richard Murden Reserve park upgrade. These works are anticipated to be undertaken in mid-2020.

It is intended that the changes are retained on a permanent basis to facilitate shut down of the Bay Run should it be required in future and provide a better connected bicycle network.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

A notification letter and plan of the proposed works was delivered to residents of properties within 100m of the one-way link on Dobroyd and Hawthorne Parades on 17 Feb 2020. A total of 16 letters were distributed. Inner West Bike Coalition was also contacted for comment.

One response was received from Inner West Bike Coalition in support of the proposed works.

ATTACHMENTS

1.⇩	Bay Run Pedestrian and Cyclist Diversion Overview
2.⇩	Contraflow detailed design plan

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

6 April 2020

Item No: LTC0420 Item 3

Subject: Greenway on-road cycle route

Prepared By: Ryan Hawken - Project Manager Greenway Delivery

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

SUMMARY

Detailed design plans have been prepared for Greenway On-Road works. The detailed design plans are based on the Greenway Concept Designs endorsed by Council in May 2019. Consultation was undertaken across the corridor during the Concept Design phase. Specific consultation to affected residents and owners was undertaken on the draft detailed design plans. It is recommended that the detail design plans are approved for construction.

RECOMMENDATION

THAT the detailed design plans (Attachment 1) for the Greenway on-road works be approved for construction

BACKGROUND

Inner West Council is currently delivering the GreenWay from Iron Cove south through Dulwich Hill to the Cooks River cycleway.

This includes sections of walking and cycling routes along local roads including;

· along Weston Street from Old Canterbury Road to the Waratah Mills light rail stop;

· across Hercules Street near Consett Avenue;

· from the southern end of Hercules Street via Terrace Road, Ness Avenue and Garnet Street to the Cooks River.

In 2019, the community provided feedback on concept designs and the final concept designs were endorsed by Council in May 2019. Based on the concept designs Council has now developed detailed design plans for the sections of the GreenWay along local roads.

The detailed design plans are included as Attachment 1.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil. All works are funded from the Greenway Capital Budget. Pending Council approval, it is anticipated that construction of the on-road works will commence in late 2020.

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

A notification letter was sent to owners and occupiers of properties directly impacted by the proposed works on 17 Feb 2020. A total of 770 letters were distributed. Inner West Bike Coalition was also contacted for comment. The closing date for submissions was 8 March 2018.

Two phone calls and ten written submissions were received. Three of the responses were of a general nature enquiring into the Greenway and/or the proposed Sydenham to Bankstown active travel corridor. The issues raised in the remaining submissions are outlined below.

Residents comments	Officers comments
Weston Street
One (1) resident raised concerns that the raised threshold at the southern entrance to Weston Street was awkward and suggested this should be moved to the intersection of Windsor Road and Weston Street.	The intent of the raised threshold was to slow traffic on approach to the bicycle boulevard and make the movement to and from the light rail corridor to the on-road section of Weston Street safer. Due to the local environment and short block length speeds in this area are low. In addition, to aid priority of the bike boulevard, it is proposed to alter the give way orientation, which will in turn reduce vehicles speeds as vehicles travelling away from Windsor Road will no longer have priority. The proposed kerb buildout will also reduce the width and allow the give way sign to be positioned closer to the path of travel. Given the awkward nature of the intersection and driveways the design has been amended to exclude the raised threshold at this location. Driver behaviour can be assessed post implementation and a raised treatment constructed later if the need warranted it.
Three (3) residents opposed the proposed works in Weston Street due to the proposed loss of parking.	A net loss of six car parking spaces is proposed in Weston Street. The proposed treatment along Weston Street as well other local roads results in the least parking loss possible whilst meeting the multiple objects set out in the Greenway Master Plan. This was considered in detail at the Master Plan and Concept stages. As per the Concept and Master plan, in order to make the Greenway accessible to all, rest stops are proposed at frequent intervals and the mid-point of Weston Street outside a non-residential lot is considered the most suitable location on Weston street. This also improves safety at the bend and increases greening and habitat.
Terrace Road and Ewart Street
One (1) resident raised concerns about the calming of traffic travelling southbound on Terrace Road underneath the railway bridges and suggested a safety barrier is needed.	An Elsholz kerb is proposed around the bend in Terrace Street, south of Hercules Street. Elsholz kerbs are specifically designed to deflect cars at low speeds (<60km/h) and thus reduce the risk of cars mounting the kerb. Combined with the proposed traffic islands, road narrowing and advisory 35km/h speed signs this is considered a suitable treatment at this location. It is noted that there is a primary gas main in this location which precludes the use of a guardrail which requires support posts.
One (1) resident raised concerns that the shared path on Terrace Road under the disused goods line bridge was not wide enough or well lit.	A wider path here would be desirable. The design has been amended to provide a 3.8m wide path, which is as wide as possible whilst still accommodating traffic movements around the bend. Path lighting will be provided to meet the relevant standard, including a new luminaire below the bridge.
Ness Ave, Tennyson Street and Garnet Ave
One (1) resident opposed the proposed works in Ness Avenue due to the proposed loss of parking.	A net loss of six car parking spaces is proposed in the vicinity of Ness Avenue. The proposed treatment along Ness Ave as well other local roads results in the least parking loss possible whilst meeting the multiple objects set out in the Greenway Master Plan. This was considered in detail at the Master Plan and Concept stages.
One (1) resident raised concerns of traffic speeds along Tennyson Street and specifically outside the pocket park in the area, Betty Spears Playground.	The general intent of the proposed changes in the precinct is to slow traffic and reduce traffic volumes. The left turn ban from Wardell into Riverside is intended to reduce the number of vehicles rat running through the precinct. The left turn ban will work in tandem with the changed priority at intersections which means cars using this route will have to yield more frequently, generally slowing traffic speeds.
One (1) resident raised safety concerns about routing the Greenway down Garnet Ave and along Tennent Parade.	A detailed route options analysis was undertaken at the Master Plan stage and endorsed by Council. The detailed design, and concept design prior to this, is based on the endorsed route. The Greenway is proposed to be on-road in Garnet Street and off road along Tennent Parade. It is noted that this is the existing Greenway on-road route which has been in place for five years.
One (1) resident questioned whether south bound traffic on Wardell Road will still be able to turn right into Riverside Crescent and what is to stop north bound traffic illegally turning left at Riverside Crescent.	Traffic will be able to turn right into Tennyson Street from Wardell Road. It is envisaged this will be used by local residents only. The geometry of the traffic island will discourage illegal left turns. Compliance at this location can be monitored after installation and if a significant proportion of illegal movements are observed, consideration given to future half road closure. This would also eliminate the right turn in for south bound traffic.

Residents comments

Officers comments

Weston Street

One (1) resident raised concerns that the raised threshold at the southern entrance to Weston Street was awkward and suggested this should be moved to the intersection of Windsor Road and Weston Street.

The intent of the raised threshold was to slow traffic on approach to the bicycle boulevard and make the movement to and from the light rail corridor to the on-road section of Weston Street safer.

Due to the local environment and short block length speeds in this area are low. In addition, to aid priority of the bike boulevard, it is proposed to alter the give way orientation, which will in turn reduce vehicles speeds as vehicles travelling away from Windsor Road will no longer have priority. The proposed kerb buildout will also reduce the width and allow the give way sign to be positioned closer to the path of travel.

Given the awkward nature of the intersection and driveways the design has been amended to exclude the raised threshold at this location. Driver behaviour can be assessed post implementation and a raised treatment constructed later if the need warranted it.

Three (3) residents opposed the proposed works in Weston Street due to the proposed loss of parking.

A net loss of six car parking spaces is proposed in Weston Street.

The proposed treatment along Weston Street as well other local roads results in the least parking loss possible whilst meeting the multiple objects set out in the Greenway Master Plan. This was considered in detail at the Master Plan and Concept stages.

As per the Concept and Master plan, in order to make the Greenway accessible to all, rest stops are proposed at frequent intervals and the mid-point of Weston Street outside a non-residential lot is considered the most suitable location on Weston street. This also improves safety at the bend and increases greening and habitat.

Terrace Road and Ewart Street

One (1) resident raised concerns about the calming of traffic travelling southbound on Terrace Road underneath the railway bridges and suggested a safety barrier is needed.

An Elsholz kerb is proposed around the bend in Terrace Street, south of Hercules Street. Elsholz kerbs are specifically designed to deflect cars at low speeds (<60km/h) and thus reduce the risk of cars mounting the kerb. Combined with the proposed traffic islands, road narrowing and advisory 35km/h speed signs this is considered a suitable treatment at this location.

It is noted that there is a primary gas main in this location which precludes the use of a guardrail which requires support posts.

One (1) resident raised concerns that the shared path on Terrace Road under the disused goods line bridge was not wide enough or well lit.

A wider path here would be desirable. The design has been amended to provide a 3.8m wide path, which is as wide as possible whilst still accommodating traffic movements around the bend.

Path lighting will be provided to meet the relevant standard, including a new luminaire below the bridge.

Ness Ave, Tennyson Street and Garnet Ave

One (1) resident opposed the proposed works in Ness Avenue due to the proposed loss of parking.

A net loss of six car parking spaces is proposed in the vicinity of Ness Avenue.

The proposed treatment along Ness Ave as well other local roads results in the least parking loss possible whilst meeting the multiple objects set out in the Greenway Master Plan. This was considered in detail at the Master Plan and Concept stages.

One (1) resident raised concerns of traffic speeds along Tennyson Street and specifically outside the pocket park in the area, Betty Spears Playground.

The general intent of the proposed changes in the precinct is to slow traffic and reduce traffic volumes. The left turn ban from Wardell into Riverside is intended to reduce the number of vehicles rat running through the precinct. The left turn ban will work in tandem with the changed priority at intersections which means cars using this route will have to yield more frequently, generally slowing traffic speeds.

One (1) resident raised safety concerns about routing the Greenway down Garnet Ave and along Tennent Parade.

A detailed route options analysis was undertaken at the Master Plan stage and endorsed by Council. The detailed design, and concept design prior to this, is based on the endorsed route.

The Greenway is proposed to be on-road in Garnet Street and off road along Tennent Parade. It is noted that this is the existing Greenway on-road route which has been in place for five years.

One (1) resident questioned whether south bound traffic on Wardell Road will still be able to turn right into Riverside Crescent and what is to stop north bound traffic illegally turning left at Riverside Crescent.

Traffic will be able to turn right into Tennyson Street from Wardell Road. It is envisaged this will be used by local residents only.

The geometry of the traffic island will discourage illegal left turns. Compliance at this location can be monitored after installation and if a significant proportion of illegal movements are observed, consideration given to future half road closure. This would also eliminate the right turn in for south bound traffic.

CONCLUSION

With consideration of the above analysis and the outcomes of the community consultation, it is recommended that the detailed design plan be approved for construction with amendments to exclude the raised threshold at southern end of Weston Street and increase shared path width in Terrace Road as noted.

ATTACHMENTS

1.⇩

Greenway on-road detailed design plans

Street Name(s)	Elizabeth Street
Section	Between Etonville Parade and Frederick Street.
Traffic Volume (Average Annual Daily Traffic)-ADDT	9600
Recorded Accident History (5 year)	Nil in vicinity of the crossing
Recorded 85% speed	48 km/h
Speed Limit	50km/h
Carriageway width	Approx. 10m
Carriageway Type	2-way, one lane of traffic in each direction, with two (informal) lines of traffic at the western side approach to the signalised intersection of Elizabeth Street and Frederick Street. ‘No Stopping’ or ‘No Parking’ restrictions exist on both sides of the above section of Elizabeth Street.
Road Classification (State, Regional, Local)	Local-collector
Heavy vehicle percentage	3%

1.⇩	Proposed upgrade of existing pedestrain crossing - locality plan
2.⇩	Proposed upgrade of crossing - detail dimension plan with signs and markings

1.⇩	Traffic Managememnt Plan - full road closure of James Street
2.⇩	Traffic Control Plan - Full road closure of James Street