Local Traffic Committee Meeting Minutes 21 November 2022

Minutes of Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Held on 21 November 2022 at Ashfield Service Centre

Meeting commenced at 11.03AM

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

Mayor Darcy Byrne	Councillor – Baludarri-Balmain Ward (Chair)
Graeme McKay	Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill
Sgt Charles Buttrose	NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command
Solon Ghosh	Transport for NSW (TfNSW)
OFFICERS IN ATTENDANCE
Cr Justine Langford	Councillor – Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward
Colin Jones	Inner West Bicycle Coalition
Manod Wickramasinghe	IWC’s Traffic and Transport Planning Manager
Sunny Jo	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (North)
Jason Scoufis	IWC’s Traffic and Parking Planner
Christina Ip	IWC’s Business Administration Officer
VISITORS
Adam Lockyer	Resident – Item 3
Bridget Cleaver	Resident – Item 3
Jimmy	Resident – Item 3
Libbie Bedford	Resident – Item 3
Lisa Bonhote	Resident – Item 3
Colin Markus	Resident – Item 3
Maria Markus	Resident – Item 3
Antonio Markus	Resident – Item 3
Kim Buvac	Resident – Item 4
David Keegan	Resident – Item 7
Geoff Donnolley	Resident – Item 7
John Freeman	Resident – Item 9
Ben Prag	Resident – Item 9
APOLOGIES:
Bill Holliday	Representative for Jamie Parker MP, Member for Balmain
Colin Hesse	Representative for Jenny Leong MP, Member for Newtown
Paul Kelaita	Representative for Jason Yat-Sen Li MP, Member for Strathfield
George Tsaprounis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (South)

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Cr Langford declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 3 Wardell Road/Riverside Crescent, Dulwich Hill - No Left Turn Restriction as she lives on the Marrickville side of Riverside Crescent.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

The minutes of the Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 17 October 2022 were confirmed.

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

The Local Traffic Committee recommendations of its meeting on 17 October 2022 were adopted at Council’s meeting on 8 November 2022.

LTC1122(1) Item 1       Palmer Street and Donnelly Street, Balmain - Intersection     Improvements (Baludarri-Balmain Ward / Balmain Electorate /    Leichhardt LAC)

SUMMARY

Concerns have been raised from a local resident regarding road safety at the intersection of Donnelly/Palmer/Booth Streets. A review has been undertaken and a signage and linemarking improvement is proposed.

Officer’s Recommendation

That:

1.       Linemarking at the intersection of Booth Street and Donnelly Street, Rozelle be upgraded to include a painted median island in Donnelly Street as shown in the attached plan; and

2.       Two (2) W5-11A ‘Crest’ warning signs be installed on Palmer Street and Donnelly Street 40m west and 40m east of Booth Street as shown in the attached plan.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That:

1.       Linemarking at the intersection of Booth Street and Donnelly Street, Rozelle be upgraded to include a painted median island in Donnelly Street as shown in the attached plan; and

2.       Two (2) W5-11A ‘Crest’ warning signs be installed on Palmer Street and Donnelly Street 40m west and 40m east of Booth Street as shown in the attached plan.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1122(1) Item 2       Smith Street (at Lackey Street and Morris Street), Summer Hill-     Proposed Streetscape Improvement Works
          (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood    LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has finalised design plans to improve the streetscape in Lackey Street, Morris Street & Smith Street, Summer Hill by providing widened decoratively paved footpaths incorporating landscaped garden beds. The proposal aims to improve the overall aesthetic of the town centre as well as improving pedestrian and motorist safety at these intersections. 

Officer’s Recommendation

That the detailed design plan to provide widened decorative paved footpaths incorporating landscape garden beds (with associated/revised signs and markings) at the intersections of Smith Street with Lackey and Morris Street and integrating two (2) existing crossings in Smith Street, Summer Hill (as shown per plan 10221-Atachment 1) be APPROVED. 

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the detailed design plan to provide widened decorative paved footpaths incorporating landscape garden beds (with associated/revised signs and markings) at the intersections of Smith Street with Lackey and Morris Street and integrating two (2) existing crossings in Smith Street, Summer Hill (as shown per plan 10221-Atachment 1) be APPROVED.      

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1122(1) Item 3       Wardell Road/Riverside Crescent, Dulwich Hill- No Left Turn         Restriction (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/ Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

A number of recommendations are proposed in the area bounded by Wardell Road, Ewart Street and Garnet Street, Dulwich Hill. These recommendations include replacing the ‘No Left Turn’ restriction with a ‘No Left Turn Vehicles Over 6 metres’ restriction at Wardell Road/Riverside Crescent. 

It also includes the introduction of a ‘No Left Turn 7:00-9:30am Mon-Fri, Bicycles Excepted’ sign in Riverside Crescent at Tennyson Street and other additional measures to reduce speeds in the local area.   

Officer’s Recommendation

That:

1.       The existing ‘No Left Turn’ restriction be replaced with a ‘No Left Turn Vehicles Over 6 metres’ restriction at Wardell Road/Riverside Crescent subject to approval by TfNSW;

2.       A ‘No Left Turn 7:00-9:30am Mon-Fri, Bicycles Excepted’ sign be installed in Riverside Crescent at Tennyson Street to restrict westbound movements subject to approval by TfNSW;

3.       20 metres of ‘No Parking 7:00am-9:30am Mon-Fri' be installed on the western side of Wardell Road south of Ewart Street along the frontages of 281-285 Wardell Road;

4.       The statutory 10 metres of ‘No Stopping’ be installed on the southern side of Ewart Street immediately east of Riverside Crescent;

5.       The BB lines in Riverside Crescent at Wardell Road be adjusted by relocating 1 metre northeast for a length of 10 metres;

6.       A concept design for traffic calming in the form of kerb extensions at the Tennyson Street/Riverside Crescent and Riverside Crescent/Balfour Street intersections be prepared for consideration by Traffic Committee;

7.       A concept design for an upgraded pedestrian refuge in Riverside Crescent at Ewart Street be prepared for consideration by Traffic Committee; and

8.       TfNSW be requested to consider a 30 km/h speed limit trial in Ness Avenue, Balfour Street, Tennyson Street and Riverside Crescent between Wardell Road and Ewart Street.   

DISCUSSION

Public speakers: Libbie Bedford, Adam Lockyer, Bridget Cleaver, Jimmy, Lisa Bonhote, Colin Marcus, Maria Marcus and Antonio Marcus entered at 11.08am.

Ms Bedford stated that she does not support the recommendation because it prioritises private vehicles above active transport users, prioritises the concerns of those outside the LGA over residents, and goes against overarching plans, frameworks and reports, Ms Bedford also noted that the petition in favour of Option 3 received a high number of signatures. Ms Bedford supported Option 3 which includes retaining the existing ‘No Left Turn’ restriction at Wardell Road/Riverside Crescent.

Ms Bonhote raised concerns with the removal of the existing ‘No Left Turn’ stating that it would encourage more traffic in Riverside Crescent and Tennyson Street. She commented that the ‘No Left Turn Vehicles Over 6 metres’ restriction is not required as very few vehicles over 6m travel through the area.

A submission from Jennifer Whitmarsh, who could not attend the meeting, gave support to Option 3 and raised similar concerns with the removal of the existing ‘No Left Turn’ sign.

Jimmy did not support the recommendation or the other options consulted on. He requested the removal of the existing ‘No Left Turn’ at Wardell Road/Riverside Crescent as the restriction disrupts traffic flow, causes congestion including delays to bus movements in Wardell Road and has a knock-on effect on other parts of the road network.

(The speakers left at 11.37am)

Based on community feedback, the representative for the Member for Summer Hill requested that parts 1, 2, 3 and 5 of the Officer’s recommendation be deferred pending the completion of the concept designs for the traffic calming and the upgrade of the pedestrian refuge as set out in parts 6 and 7 of the Officer’s recommendation. The Committee members agreed to defer parts 1, 2, 3 and 5 of the officers recommendation and adopt parts 4, 6, 7 and 8.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That:

1.       The statutory 10 metres of ‘No Stopping’ be installed on the southern side of Ewart Street immediately east of Riverside Crescent;

2.       A concept design for traffic calming in the form of kerb extensions at the Tennyson Street/Riverside Crescent and Riverside Crescent/Balfour Street intersections be prepared for consideration by Traffic Committee;

3.       A concept design for an upgraded pedestrian refuge in Riverside Crescent at Ewart Street be prepared for consideration by Traffic Committee;

4.       TfNSW be requested to consider a 30 km/h speed limit trial in Ness Avenue, Balfour Street, Tennyson Street and Riverside Crescent between Wardell Road and Ewart Street; and   

5.       The following proposals be deferred pending the completion of the concept designs for traffic calming and an upgraded pedestrian refuge:

a) The existing ‘No Left Turn’ restriction be replaced with a ‘No Left Turn Vehicles Over 6 metres’ restriction at Wardell Road/Riverside Crescent subject to approval by TfNSW;

b) A ‘No Left Turn 7:00-9:30am Mon-Fri, Bicycles Excepted’ sign be installed in Riverside Crescent at Tennyson Street to restrict westbound movements subject to approval by TfNSW;

c) 20 metres of ‘No Parking 7:00am-9:30am Mon-Fri' be installed on the western side of Wardell Road south of Ewart Street along the frontages of 281-285 Wardell Road; and

d) The BB lines in Riverside Crescent at Wardell Road be adjusted by relocating 1 metre northeast for a length of 10 metres.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1122(1) Item 4       New Canterbury Road at Balanaming Lane, Petersham - ‘No Left Turn Vehicles Over 6m Long’ restrictions (Damum - Stanmore      Ward / Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Following safety concerns raised by residents regarding trucks turning left at New Canterbury Road into Balanaming Lane, a left turn ban for vehicles greater than 6 metres is proposed. Trucks making a left turn from New Canterbury Road into Balanaming Lane are constrained by the width of the laneway and the adjacent buildings. This has resulted in damage to the awning on the southwest corner on numerous occasions

Officer’s Recommendation

That the installation of ‘No Left Turn Vehicles Over 6m Long’ restrictions on New Canterbury Road at Balanaming Lane, Petersham be supported subject to a Traffic Management Plan (TMP) being considered and approved by TfNSW in order to deter trucks turning into the laneway and damaging the adjoining properties.

DISCUSSION

Public speaker: Kim Buvac entered at 11.38am.

Ms Buvac supported the recommendation as it would prevent ongoing property damage and potential personal injury. Ms Buvac asked where the proposed ‘‘No Left Turn Vehicles Over 6m Long’ signage would be installed and suggested installing a bollard or a signpost to further prevent large vehicles from turning left into the lane.

Council Officers advised the signage would most likely be installed on the existing power pole on the corner of Balanaming Lane. The installation of a bollard can be investigated by Council Officers; however, a signpost was not recommended as it is not designed to withstand a vehicle impact and could bend into the carriageway or footpath if a vehicle strikes it.

(Ms Buvac left at 11.45am)

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation with the addition of a recommendation to investigate the installation of a bollard on Balanaming Lane.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1. the installation of ‘No Left Turn Vehicles Over 6m Long’ restrictions on New Canterbury Road at Balanaming Lane, Petersham be supported subject to a Traffic Management Plan (TMP) being considered and approved by TfNSW in order to deter trucks turning into the laneway and damaging the adjoining properties; and

2. the installation of a bollard on Balanaming Lane at New Canterbury Road be investigated.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1122(1) Item 5       Dulwich Hill Station Precinct Public Domain Improvements Amendment – Amendment to Bus Zone Operational Times         (Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner     West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council adopted the Master Plan for Dulwich Hill Station Precinct at its 13 August 2019 meeting. The Dulwich Hill Station Public Domain Master Plan provides the Dulwich Hill community with a plan to transform the streets and public spaces around the station into a pedestrian oriented village. An assessment for Stage 2 works were submitted and approved by the Local Traffic Committee in February 2022. Stage 2 works involved:

· Raised entry thresholds at the north and south of Wardell Road and southwest of Ewart Street;

· Upgrading the existing threshold at Ewart St East, to IWC standards;

· Tree plantings, garden beds and a rain garden; and

· New Bluestone Pavers for footpaths.

This assessment is for an amendment to parts of the Stage 2 works. The Bus Stop (for school buses) in front of the new entrance to the Metro Station on Wardell Road now will have its operational hours amended to accommodate timed parking for the general public outside bus operational times. This will provide much needed parking opportunities for the public in the locality.  In addition, the now redundant ‘No Parking 4-6pm Mon-Fri’ restrictions between No.248 and No.252 Wardell Road, Dulwich Hill is proposed to be removed.

Officer’s Recommendation

That:

1. The operation of the Bus Zone on Wardell Road outside the new Metro Station be amended as follows – ‘Bus Zone AM Peak 0.7.30 – 08.30 and PM Peak 3.00 – 4.00’. and ‘1P 8.30AM to 3PM Mon-Fri and 800AM – 12PM Sat’; and

2. The redundant ‘No Parking 4-6pm Mon-Fri’ restrictions on Wardell Road, between No.248 and No.252 Wardell Road, Dulwich Hill be removed and replaced with ‘1P 8AM – 6PM Mon-Fri and 8AM -12PM Sat’.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That

1.   the operation of the Bus Zone on Wardell Road outside the new Metro Station be amended as follows – ‘Bus Zone AM Peak 0.7.30 – 08.30 and PM Peak 3.00 – 4.00’. and ‘1P 8.30AM to 3PM Mon-Fri and 800AM – 12PM Sat’.

2.   the redundant ‘No Parking 4-6pm Mon-Fri’ restrictions on Wardell Road, between No.248 and No.252 Wardell Road, Dulwich Hill be removed and replaced with ‘1P 8AM – 6PM Mon-Fri and 8AM -12PM Sat’

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1122(1) Item 6       Unnamed Link Road, Lilyfield (between Mary Street and        Maliyawul Street) - Proposed Shared Pedestrian and Bike Path &    One-way traffic (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/       Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety in the unnamed Link Road, Lilyfield (between Mary Street, Frazer Street and Maliyawul Street) by constructing kerb and gutter to narrow the road and widen the footpath to form a shared pedestrian and bike path.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10216) for the proposed shared pedestrian and bike path, road narrowing, one-way southbound conversion and associated works at Unnamed Link Road, Lilyfield (between Mary Street, Frazer Street and Maliyawul Street) be approved.

DISCUSSION

The IWBC representative raised concerns that the cycling route from Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre to Le Montage does not meet the design guidelines set out by the TfNSW Cycling Design Toolbox. The representative suggested that the Unnamed Link Road would be a more suitable route than Lilyfield Road as a cycling route as it is not as steep. The representative asked that Council’s engineers liaise with the IWBC and consider redesigning the route and making it a 30km/h speed zone.

Cr Byrne advised that in approving the skate park, Council had resolved to undertake the proposed improvements to address safety for pedestrians and skate park users in conjunction with the construction of the skate park before it opens. Redesigning the cycle route now means the skate park would open without the safety improvements.  Cr Byrne advised that the safety works were a higher priority; however, he can discuss possible amendments with IWBC that do not jeopardise the proposed safety improvements prior to the next Council meeting.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10216) for the proposed shared pedestrian and bike path, road narrowing, one-way southbound conversion and associated works at Unnamed Link Road, Lilyfield (between Mary Street, Frazer Street and Maliyawul Street) be approved.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1122(1) Item 7       Rozelle North Precinct Resident Parking Scheme Extension          (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council at its meeting on 12 April 2022 adopted the Rozelle North Precinct Parking study. As part of the study, both short and long term strategies were developed including the expansion of the existing Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) to residential streets within the Rozelle North Precinct (R1 or B1 Zone) and to introduce eight (8) time restricted parking in Robert Street to provide a higher visitor turnover to support local businesses. This report provides details of the proposed parking changes.

Officer’s Recommendation

That:

1. The proposed ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted area R1’ be installed on sections of Evans Street, Clare Street, George Street, Goodsir Street, Collins Street, Moore Street, Perrett Street, Murdoch Street, Mansfield Street, Mackenzie Street, Brent Street, Hartley Street, and Mullens Street, as shown in the attached plan;

2. The proposed ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted area B1’ be installed on sections of Mullens Street, Stewart Street, Sutton Street, Valley Street, Davidson Street, Creek Street, Wortley Street, Reynolds Street, Reynolds Avenue, Rumsay Street, Smith Street, Beattie Street, Evans Street, Clare Street, Clay Street and George Street, as shown in the attached plan;

3. The existing time limit restrictions and hours of operation of current streets in the B1 zone that have an existing RPS will be retained, however, the restriction be converted to a B1 zone at the next permit renewal period.

4. ‘2P 6am-4pm Mon-Fri’ be installed for eight (8) parking spaces on the south side of Robert Street, east Mullens Street as outlined in the attached plan; and

5. Council’s Compliance Manager be informed of the parking changes in Balmain and Rozelle.

DISCUSSION

Public speakers: Geoff Donnolley and David Keegan entered at 11.46am.

Mr Donnolley stated that 27 Smith Street residents signed a petition to request Council to expedite the implementation of the expanded RPS including Smith Street. Mr Donnolley stated that Smith Street residents do not have a clear understanding of where the RPS implementation stands and requested that Council updates residents on the remaining steps that are required to implement the expanded RPS covering Smith Street and the timeframe for implementation.

Council Officers advised that it is expected that letters outlining how residents can apply for permits will be distributed from this month and signposting will begin in December following Council adoption of the Committee’s recommendation. 

Mr Keegan stated that the recent development of three businesses within walking distance of Smith Street has increased competition for parking at night and on weekends, and requested Council consider extending the permit parking restrictions in Smith Street to cover 8am-10pm Monday to Sunday which would bring Smith Steet in line with surrounding streets. Council Officers advised that this suggestion will be investigated separately as changes to the restriction times requires further consultation with Smith Street residents.

(Mr Donnolley and Mr Keegan left at 11.58am)

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation and the addition of a recommendation to investigate extending the hours of operation of the Smith Street parking permit zone.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1.   The proposed ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted area R1’ be installed on sections of Evans Street, Clare Street, George Street, Goodsir Street, Collins Street, Moore Street, Perrett Street, Murdoch Street, Mansfield Street, Mackenzie Street, Brent Street, Hartley Street, and Mullens Street, as shown in the attached plan.

2.   The proposed ‘2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted area B1’ be installed on sections of Mullens Street, Stewart Street, Sutton Street, Valley Street, Davidson Street, Creek Street, Wortley Street, Reynolds Street, Reynolds Avenue, Rumsay Street, Smith Street, Beattie Street, Evans Street, Clare Street, Clay Street and George Street, as shown in the attached plan. 

3.   The existing time limit restrictions and hours of operation of current streets in the B1 zone that have an existing RPS will be retained, however, the restriction be converted to a B1 zone at the next permit renewal period.

4.   That ‘2P 6am-4pm Mon-Fri’ be installed for eight (8) parking spaces on the south side of Robert Street, east Mullens Street as outlined in the attached plan.

5.   Council’s Compliance Manager be informed of the parking changes in Balmain and Rozelle.

6.  Extending the hours of operation of the Smith Street permit parking zone to 8am-10pm Monday to Sunday be investigated.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1122(1) Item 8       Park Lane, Sydenham - Proposed installation of 'No Parking'         restrictions western side between Henry Street and Rowe Lane      (Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward / Heffron Electorate / Inner West          PAC)

SUMMARY

Requests have been received from residents of Railway Road, Sydenham for the installation of ‘No Parking’ restrictions on the western side of Park Lane, to improve vehicular access to their off-street parking space at the rear of their property. On investigation it was found that there are no parking spaces on the western side of the laneway which did not interfere with driveway/off-street access for properties on the eastern side of the laneway. Residents have been notified of the proposal to install ‘No Parking’ signs on the west side of Park Lane. It is recommended that the proposal be approved.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the installation of a full-time ‘No Parking’ zone on the western side of Park Lane, between Henry Street and Rowe Lane, Sydenham be APPROVED to provide clear vehicular access to the residents’ off-street car parking spaces.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the installation of a full-time ‘No Parking’ zone on the western side of Park Lane, between Henry Street and Rowe Lane, Sydenham be APPROVED to provide clear vehicular access to the residents’ off-street car parking spaces.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC1122(1) Item 9       Rozelle Public School - Road Safety Improvements (Baludarri-     Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received representations from The Victoria Road Parents & Residents Safety Working Group who have submitted a report to TfNSW outlining a number of road safety concerns in and around Victoria Road along the frontage of Rozelle Public School. Whilst these concerns relate to issues under the care and control of TfNSW this report is provided as information only. 

Officer’s Recommendation

That the report be received and noted.

DISCUSSION

Public speakers: John Freeman and Ben Prag entered at 11.58am.

Mr Freeman and Mr Prag, representatives from the Victoria Road Parents & Residents Safety Working Group, spoke about undertaking audits of Victoria Road intersections near Rozelle Public to capture school student numbers crossing Victoria Road. These audits are part of the submission presented to TfNSW, State Ministers and other representatives for consideration. The speakers raised concerns that suggested safety measures to improve pedestrian safety around the school over the years have been refused by TfNSW.

The TfNSW representative advised that Victoria Road does not currently meet the warrants for a school zone as the school does not have a direct access point onto Victoria Road. However, the representative will review the examples listed in the speakers’ submission where exceptions have been made. Advice from various TfNSW teams will form part of a consolidated response which will be tabled to the Committee when it is available.

Cr Byrne requested an update on the WestConnex configuration of Victoria Road and the associated improvements to public amenity that relate to this item. The TfNSW representative will seek information on this.

(Mr Freeman and Mr Prag left at 12.10pm)

The Committee agreed to include recommendations that the response from the State Government to the school community be tabled to the Committee for consideration and the Committee write to TfNSW seeking attendance of an officer to brief the Committee on the plan to reconfigure Victoria Road.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That:

1. the report be received and noted;

2. the State Government’s response to the submission from the Victoria Road Parents & Residents Safety Working Group be tabled to the Committee; and

3. the Committee write to TfNSW to invite a representative to  brief the Committee on the WestConnex plans to reconfigure Victoria Road.

For motion: Unanimous

General Business

LTC1122(1) Item 10  Update on improvements to the Frederick Street, Ashfield      crossing

The TfNSW representative advised that community consultation for the proposed signalisation of the Frederick Street pedestrian crossing closed last month. The majority of respondents supported the signalisation of the crossing at John Street and Frederick Street. TfNSW have received Council’s submission which will also inform the development of the signalised crossing. A formal consultation report will be ready by the end of this month.

LTC1122(1) Item 11     Roundabout at Wigram Road and Booth Street, Annandale

Cr Byrne received correspondence from Cr William Chan at City of Sydney regarding pedestrian safety at the Wigram Road and Booth Street roundabout which borders both Councils. Council Officers were asked to investigate the request with City of Sydney and advise Cr Chan of the investigation.

LTC1122(1) Item 12     Road safety at the intersection of Donnelly/Palmer/Booth     Streets, Balmain

Cr Byrne received correspondence from a resident raising concerns with road safety at the intersection of Donnelly/Palmer/Booth Streets, Balmain. It was noted that the issues raised by the resident have been addressed at this meeting through the Committee’s adoption of recommendations in Item 1. Council Officers will notify the resident of the Committee’s recommendation and that the recommendation will be presented at the next Council meeting for adoption.

LTC1122(1) Item 13     Traffic in Chandos Street, Haberfield

Cr Byrne stated that a resident has raised concerns with congestion in Chandos Street and traffic that is being generated in the street from the COVID testing clinic on the corner of Parramatta Road. Council Officers will contact the resident about his concerns and table the resident’s request at the next Committee meeting.

LTC1122(1) Item 14     Update on Dulwich Hill Precinct works

Cr Langford asked for an update on the Dulwich Hill Precinct works. Council Officers advised that they do not have a construction update, however, officers have been investigating options to reduce loss of parking including removing some garden beds and having proposed changes to signposting which have already been brought to the Committee.

Meeting closed at 12.40pm.