Local Traffic Committee Meeting Minutes 19 February 2024

Minutes of Meeting

Meeting commenced at 11:06 AM

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

Manod Wickramasinghe	IWC’s Traffic and Transport Planning Manager (Chair)
Bill Holliday	Representative for Kobi Shetty MP, Member for Balmain
Graeme McKay	Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill
Kate Wheatley	Representative for Jenny Leong MP, Member for Newtown
Sgt Shannon Burns	NSW Police – Leichhardt Police Area Command
Nina Fard	Transport for NSW (TfNSW)
NON VOTING MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE
Colin Jones	Inner West Bicycle Coalition (IWBC)
Michael Takla	Representative for Transit Systems
Roderick Primerano	Representative for U-Go Mobility
Sunny Jo	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (North)
George Tsaprounis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (South)
Christy Li	IWC’s Business Administration Officer
VISITORS
Rachael Casella	Resident (Item 11)
APOLOGIES:
Mayor Darcy Byrne	Councillor – Baludarri-Balmain Ward
Therese O’Reilly	Representative for the Member for Summer Hill

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Nil.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

That the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee held on Monday, 11 December 2023 be confirmed.

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

Nil.

LTC0224(1) Item 1       John Street at Croydon Road, Croydon - Implementation Of 'No Left Turn, Vehicle Over 6m' Restriction (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Strathfield Electorate/Burwood PAC)

SUMMARY

On 22 December 2023, a large vehicle attempted to turn left from John Street into Croydon Road, Croydon and as a result damaged the awning of café ‘Double Dose Croydon’, located at No.125-131 Croydon Road, and displaced a bollard located on the footpath. In response to this, Council on the same day installed a ‘No Left Turn, Vehicles Over 6m’ restriction from John Street into Croydon Road as an interim safety measure.

Swept path assessment has demonstrated that a Service Vehicles (8.8m) is unable to negotiate the turn left from John Street into Croydon Road as a result of the pedestrian refuge island located in Croydon Road immediately south of John Street. As such, it is recommended that the ‘No Left Turn, Vehicles Over 6m’ restriction be approved to be implemented permanently. 

Officers Recommendation

1.   That a ‘No Left Turn, Vehicles over 6m’ restriction be permanently installed at the intersection of John Street and Croydon Road, Croydon, prohibiting vehicles over 6 m (in length) from turning left into Croydon Road from John Street.

2.   That a Traffic Management Plan be issued to Transport for NSW seeking approval for the above ‘No Left Turn’ ban.     

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition questioned if this proposal was due to John Street, between Fredrick Street and Croydon road becoming a rat run. Council Officer’s responded that the recommendation was in relation to large vehicles turning left and damaging the awning of the adjacent local business.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1. That a ‘No Left Turn, Vehicles over 6m’ restriction be installed at the intersection of John Street and Croydon Road, Croydon, prohibiting vehicles over 6 m (in length) from turning left into Croydon Road from John Street.

2.   That a Traffic Management Plan be issued to Transport for NSW seeking approval for the above ‘No Left Turn’ ban.     

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 2       Davis Street, Dulwich Hill at the rail overbridge between Windsor Road and Victoria Street – Temporary full road closure ((Djarrawunang - Ashfield Ward/ Summer Hill Electorate/ Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

An application has been received from Gartner Rose for the temporary full road closure of Davis Street, Dulwich Hill at the rail overbridge between Windsor Road and Victoria Street, for a 6-month period beginning from March 2024 to the end of August 2024 in order to facilitate the tunnelling works under Davis Street associated with the GreenWay Project. The road will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic, including emergency vehicles. It is noted that works will commence prior to the Council meeting in March, 2024, therefore, it is recommended that the temporary full road closures be endorsed in this case, subject to the conditions outlined in this report. 

Officers Recommendation

That the temporary full road closure (ENRC/2024/0004) of Davis Street, Dulwich Hill at the rail overbridge between Windsor Road and Victoria Street, for a 6-month period beginning from March 2024 to the end of August 2024 be endorsed, in order to facilitate the tunnelling works under Davis Street associated with the GreenWay Project subject to, 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;

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

4.   The applicant is to set up the road closure and detours as proposed in the Traffic Guidance Schemes submitted to Council on 23 January 2024.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for the Member for Summer Hill questioned if Constitution Road will be re-opened prior to the temporary full road closure of Davis Street, Dulwich Hill at the rail overbridge between Windsor Road and Victoria Street.

Council Officer’s advised that the plan is to have Constitution Road re-opened before the works begin at Davis Street, Dulwich Hill. Council Officer’s advised they will follow up with Gartner Rose regarding the re-opening of Constitution Road prior to the beginning of works on Davis Street.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the temporary full road closure (ENRC/2024/0004) of Davis Street, Dulwich Hill at the rail overbridge between Windsor Road and Victoria Street, for a 6-month period beginning from March 2024 to the end of August 2024 be endorsed, in order to facilitate the tunnelling works under Davis Street associated with the GreenWay Project subject to, 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;

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

4.   The applicant is to set up the road closure and detours as proposed in the Traffic Guidance Schemes submitted to Council on 23 January 2024.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 3       Bedford Crescent, Dulwich Hill - Proposed changes to raised pedestrian crossing and parking (Djarrawunang-Dulwich Hill Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines issues of an existing raised pedestrian crossing on Bedford Crescent, Dulwich Hill, west of Wardell Road and outlines the required changes to improve pedestrian safety and ensure compliance with standards. The proposed changes consist of:

• Constructing a new kerb extension;

• Relocating an existing ‘No Stopping’ restriction to improve sight lines, which will require the removal of one (1) parking space;

• Installing a new flood light and pole at the pedestrian crossing; and

• ‘BB’ line marking on the approach to the pedestrian crossing on Bedford Crescent.

These proposals seek to improve safety of pedestrians when using this crossing, and minimise the impacts associated with parking loss (a kerb extension allows for the reduction in the ‘No Stopping’ distance required).

Officers Recommendation

That the proposed changes to the raised pedestrian crossing on Bedford Street, Dulwich Hill, as shown on the attached concept plan be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed changes to the raised pedestrian crossing on Bedford Street, Dulwich Hill, as shown on the attached concept plan be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 4       Moyes Street and Warren Road, Marrickville - Proposed 'No Stopping' restrictions and 'BB' line marking (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

This report presents the investigation and resolution to the road safety issue raised at the intersection of Moyes Street and Warren Road, Marrickville. The proposed ‘No Stopping’ signs and ‘BB’ line marking seeks to address the safety issues identified from the investigation.

Officers Recommendation

That the proposed ‘No Stopping’ signs on the northern side of Warren Road, Marrickville and the ‘BB’ line marking on Warren Road, just east and west of Moyes Street be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed ‘No Stopping’ signs on the northern side of Warren Road, Marrickville and the ‘BB’ line marking on Warren Road, just east and west of Moyes Street be approved.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 5       Biennale Of Sydney 2024 Revised Traffic Management Plan - Robert Street, Rozelle (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

A revised Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for The Biennale of Sydney 2024 has been submitted at the NSW State Heritage-listed White Bay Power Station (WBPS) at 28 Robert Street Rozelle. This was previously considered by the Traffic Committee on 11 December 2023.

The TMP was prepared on behalf of Placemaking NSW and aims to provide safe pedestrian access routes to the site through a proposed signalised pedestrian crossing point in Robert Street, onsite pick-up and drop-off zone for private vehicles, taxis, and shuttle bus services, including to and from bus nearby bus stops to the WBPS. A Transport Access Guide (TAG) has also been prepared for the event.

Officers Recommendation

That the revised Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for the Biennale of Sydney 2024 at the White Bay Power Station proposed during 9 March to 10 June 2024 be approved subject to the following conditions:

a)   the existing ‘1P 6am-4pm Mon-Fri’ spaces and ‘Motorbike Parking’ space on the south side of Robert Street be temporarily relocated further east during the proposed event dates, and undertaken by the event organisers;

b)   the event organisers notify the community including residents and businesses of the proposed event, changes to traffic and parking in the area;

c)   the event organiser shall close the roads in accordance with the approved Traffic Management Plan (TMP) unless otherwise directed by Police/authorised Council Rangers;

d)   all barricades and necessary signposting shall be provided by the event organisers and maintained during the period of the event by TfNSW-accredited marshals, or Police engaged by the applicant;

e)   all traffic control facilities are to be installed in accordance with Australian Standard 1742.3;

f)    the event organiser shall indemnify Inner West Council against all claims for damage or injury that may result from the activity or occupation of part of the public way during the activity. The event organiser must provide documentary evidence of public risk insurance cover of at least $20,000,000 indemnifying Council; and

g)   the event organiser shall be responsible for the reimbursement for the cost of repair of any damage caused to the public way, or as a result of the activities.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition raised concerns with bicycle access into the precinct contrary to the statement within the TMP. The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition had suggestions regarding internal bicycle paths within the Power station site which he intended to send to the appropriate person in Transport for NSW. Council staff advised that the suggestions could be sent to Council to then pass onto their contacts within the State Government or organisers of the Biennale. The Representative for the Member for Balmain raised the concern regarding conflict between pedestrians and cyclists on the Robert Street footpath continue to be a concern. Council Officers noted that barricades will be used to encourage cyclists to dismount. The representative noted that he had provided three suggestions on how the situation could be improved but noted that these may not be implemented in time for the event. The Leichhardt PAC representative noted that he had not been advised regarding the event from the organiser. The representative for Transport for NSW advised that this will be raised at the next project working group to clarify/ensure a separate police representative had been consulted.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the revised Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for the Biennale of Sydney 2024 at the White Bay Power Station proposed during 9 March to 10 June 2024 be approved subject to the following conditions:

a)   the existing ‘1P 6am-4pm Mon-Fri’ spaces and ‘Motorbike Parking’ space on the south side of Robert Street be temporarily relocated further east during the proposed event dates, and undertaken by the event organisers;

b)   the event organisers notify the community including residents and businesses of the proposed event, changes to traffic and parking in the area;

c)   the event organiser shall close the roads in accordance with the approved Traffic Management Plan (TMP) unless otherwise directed by Police/authorised Council Rangers;

d)   all barricades and necessary signposting shall be provided by the event organisers and maintained during the period of the event by TfNSW-accredited marshals, or Police engaged by the applicant;

e)   all traffic control facilities are to be installed in accordance with Australian Standard 1742.3;

f)    the event organiser shall indemnify Inner West Council against all claims for damage or injury that may result from the activity or occupation of part of the public way during the activity. The event organiser must provide documentary evidence of public risk insurance cover of at least $20,000,000 indemnifying Council; and

g)   the event organiser shall be responsible for the reimbursement for the cost of repair of any damage caused to the public way, or as a result of the activities.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 6       Detailed Design for the permanent closure of Hancock Lane, Rozelle (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Hancock Lane is one of the projects in Council’s Main Streets Program, aiming to improve the vibrancy and safety of public spaces and local streets. The proposal, including community engagement outcomes, was previously considered by the Traffic Committee on 11 December 2023, with Traffic Committee recommending approval of the closure, subject to separate approval of the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) by Transport for NSW. 

A detailed design of the closure has now been completed and is included for consideration. 

The proposed closure also provides additional opportunity to change parking in the area. It is proposed that the existing bus stop 203939 along Darling Street near Hancock Lane be relocated towards Victoria Road, with the Bus Zone expanded to 30m in length, and also provide approximately 20m of additional ‘2P Ticket 8.00am-3.30pm Mon-Fri, 8.00am 7.00pm Sat-Sun’ parking. It is intended to retain the existing ‘No Stopping 3.30pm-6.30pm’ restriction.

Officers Recommendation

1.   That the attached detailed design for the road closure of Hancock Lane, Rozelle at Darling Street be approved subject to approval of the Traffic Management Plan by Transport for NSW.

2.   That the parking changes in Darling Street, Rozelle as outlined in the attached signage plan be supported and undertaken by Council as part of the permanent road closure of Hancock Lane, subject to approval from Transport for NSW.

DISCUSSION:

There was concern that buses would overflow the proposed new bus zone and the Representative for the Member for Balmain was concerned that right hand turning traffic from the second turning lane in Victoria Road would tail back into Victoria Road because of the new zone. The Representative for Transport for NSW noted that a Traffic Management Plan will still need to be submitted for Transport for NSW’s approval. The Representative for Transport for NSW also noted that the parking changes along Darling Street, Rozelle cannot be determined by the Traffic Committee as this is on a State Road. The recommendation was amended to reflect this requirement.

The Committee members agreed to amend the recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1.   That the attached detailed design for the road closure of Hancock Lane, Rozelle at Darling Street be approved subject to approval of the Traffic Management Plan by Transport for NSW.

2.   That the requested parking changes in Darling Street, Rozelle, being a State Road, be submitted to Transport for NSW for consideration.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 7       Darling Street Between Mort Street and Curtis Road, Balmain - Road Occupancy - Anzac Day Dawn Service (Baludarri - Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Darling Street Between Mort Street and Curtis Road, Balmain - Road Occupancy - Anzac Day Dawn Service (Baludarri - Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC) 

In preparation to mark the ANZAC Day Dawn Service 2024 on Thursday, 25 April 2024, Inner West Council is organising the ANZAC Day dawn Service at the Loyalty Square War Memorial, Balmain. To facilitate the event, it is proposed to close Darling Street between Mort Street and Curtis Road between 2:30am and 9:30am.

Officers Recommendation

That the temporary road closure of Darling Street (Mort Street to Curtis Road), Balmain on Thursday, 25 April 2024 between 2.30am – 9.30am be approved, subject to 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)   that an unencumbered passage minimum 3.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Darling Street, Balmain; 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 temporary road closure of Darling Street (Mort Street to Curtis Road), Balmain on Thursday, 25 April 2024 between 2.30am – 9.30am be approved, subject to 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)   that an unencumbered passage minimum 3.0m wide be available for emergency vehicles through the closed section of Darling Street, Balmain; and

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

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 8       Audley Street, Petersham – Proposed new residential '2P ' restrictions – expansion of M11 parking permit area (Damum - Stanmore Ward/ Newtown Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Upon receiving a petition from residents of Audley Street, Petersham, Council initiated an investigation for implementing residential parking restrictions in Audley Street, between Chester Street and Oxford Street.  

This report provides the results of a localised ‘resident parking scheme survey’ relating to the extension of the M11 residential permit parking scheme into Audley Street, between Chester Street and Oxford Street, Petersham. Although the response rate for the survey was under the 30% threshold it is still recommended that the proposed M11 extension be supported due to the many localised issues.

Officers Recommendation

1.   That the proposed extension of the M11 Residential Permit Parking Scheme of ‘2P 8am-10pm Monday – Friday Permit Holders Excepted Area M11’ restrictions on the eastern side of Audley Street, Petersham between Chester Street and Oxford Street be Approved.

2.   That statutory 10 metre ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on the eastern side of Audley Street south of Chester Street and north of Oxford Street be installed.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1.   That the proposed extension of the M11 Residential Permit Parking Scheme of ‘2P 8am-10pm Monday – Friday Permit Holders Excepted Area M11’ restrictions on the eastern side of Audley Street, Petersham between Chester Street and Oxford Street be Approved.

2.   That statutory 10 metre ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on the eastern side of Audley Street south of Chester Street and north of Oxford Street be installed.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 9       Railway Street, Petersham - Proposed 1/2P timed parking restrictions (Damun-Petersham Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

A business has requested Council consider changing the existing timed 1-hour parking space on the western side of Railway Street, Petersham, between Parramatta Road and Queen Street, to 1/2-hour parking to improve turnover of parking and deter long-term (unlimited) parking by motorists who hold a mobility parking permit.  

This report provides background of the request, community consultation feedback, an assessment of the information collected and subsequent recommendation to change the 1hour timed parking space to a 1/2-hour timed limit. 

There are benefits to changing the requested 1-hour timed parking space to 1/2-hour timed parking as it will provide turnover of parking, provide a more flexible parking option for customers and deter long-term unlimited parking of motorists with a mobility parking permit, that may not be visiting the nearby businesses.  

In addition, as there are nearby 1-hour parking spaces on Queen Street that can be used as alternatives, parking impacts to businesses as a result of this change are minimised. 

Officers Recommendation

That the timed parking restriction signposted as ‘1P 8.30am-6pm MON-FRI; 8.30am-12.30pm SAT’ on the western side of Railway Street, Petersham, between Parramatta Road and Queen Street, be amended to ‘1/2P 8.30am-6pm MON-FRI; 8.30am-12.30pm SAT’.

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers tabled correspondence submitted by a local business. The business was in support of the recommendation and noted that there are 3 parking spaces on the western side of Railway Street, Petersham between Parramatta Road and Queen Street with 2 spaces being sign-posted and 1 parking space not being sign-posted. The business owner noted that by changing the existing 1 hour parking space to ½ hour, cars with mobility parking permits will be able to park for 4 hours and that this will free up parking for part of the day.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the timed parking restriction signposted as ‘1P 8.30am-6pm MON-FRI; 8.30am-12.30pm SAT’ on the western side of Railway Street, Petersham, between Parramatta Road and Queen Street, be amended to ‘1/2P 8.30am-6pm MON-FRI; 8.30am-12.30pm SAT’.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 10     Wardell Road survey area, Dulwich Hill and Marrickville – Request for a residential parking scheme(Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward and Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

A petition has been received from residents in streets surrounding St Maroun’s College and the associated aged care facility for the provision of a Resident Parking Scheme in their streets due to the overspill parking demand created by these facilities. Council Officers recently carried out a parking utilisation survey in local streets surrounding St Maroun’s complex and the results are presented in this report for the Committee to consider.

Officers Recommendation

1.   That the findings of the parking utilisation survey be received and noted.

2.   That a Resident Parking questionnaire survey be undertaken in Canonbury Grove, between Margaret Street and Beach Road; Beach Road between Macarthur Parade and Wardell Road; Wardell Road between Marrickville Road to Challis Avenue; Challis Avenue between Wardell Road and dead end and Margaret Street between Macarthur Parade and Wardell Road, Dulwich Hill as the results of the parking survey indicated that on-street parking utilisation was high in these streets and warrants further consideration of a proposed scheme which would have the following parking restrictions ‘2P 8am – 6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted – Area M13’.

3.   That the results of the Resident Parking survey questionnaire be referred to the Local Traffic Committee for consideration.

4.   That the head petitioner be advised in terms of this report.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1.   That the findings of the parking utilisation survey be received and noted.

2.   That a Resident Parking questionnaire survey be undertaken in Canonbury Grove, between Margaret Street and Beach Road; Beach Road between Macarthur Parade and Wardell Road; Wardell Road between Marrickville Road to Challis Avenue; Challis Avenue between Wardell Road and dead end and Margaret Street between Macarthur Parade and Wardell Road, Dulwich Hill as the results of the parking survey indicated that on-street parking utilisation was high in these streets and warrants further consideration of a proposed scheme which would have the following parking restrictions ‘2P 8am – 6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted – Area M13’.

3.   That the results of the Resident Parking survey questionnaire be referred to the Local Traffic Committee for consideration.

4.   That the head petitioner be advised in terms of this report.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 11     St Peters area – Request for a residential parking scheme in Silver Street  (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward/ Heffron Electorate/ Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

A petition has been received from residents in Silver Steet, St Peters for an extension of the M4 residential parking scheme into their street, Concerns were raised also in relation to the Precinct 75 redevelopment, when built, compounding parking issues in surrounding streets. Council Officers recently carried out a parking utilisation survey in Silver Street and other local streets surrounding Precinct 75 and the results are presented in this report for the Committee to consider. 

Officers Recommendation

1.   That the findings of the parking utilisation survey be received and noted.

2.   That a Resident Parking questionnaire survey be undertaken in Silver Street, between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway, St Peters as the results of the parking survey indicated that on-street parking utilisation was reasonably high in the street and warrants the consideration of a Resident Parking Scheme especially in light of surrounding streets being already treated with RPS and the redevelopment of Precinct 75. The proposed scheme would have the following parking restrictions ‘2P 8.30AM - 6PM, MON - FRI, PERMIT HOLDERS EXCEPTED, AREA M4’ on the western (south) side of Silver Street, between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway, St Peters.

3.   That the results of the Resident Parking survey questionnaire be referred to the Local Traffic Committee for consideration.

4.   That the head petitioner be advised in terms of this report.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speaker Rachael Casella entered the meeting at 11:09AM

Ms Casella supported the recommendation for the request for a residential parking scheme in Silver Street, St Peters. Ms Casella stated the residents of Silver Street have been trying to get permit parking for almost 2 years now and that the petition required to get the proposed RPS scheme investigated gathered 3 times the amount of signatures required. Ms Casella stated that Silver Street seems to be one of the few streets around the area with unrestricted parking, which has caused an influx of cars parking on her street. Ms Casella also stated that nearby businesses on Princes Highway have been parking their vehicles on Silver Street. Ms Casella further raised concerns of the proposed extension of Precinct 75 causing further parking issues on Silver Street. Ms Casella also raised safety concerns from not being able to park close to her house as she has 2 young children who require supervision. She noted that she would have to leave her children unattended to go to her vehicle to grab her groceries posing a potential safety risk.

Public Speaker Rachael Casella left the meeting at 11:16AM

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

1.   That the findings of the parking utilisation survey be received and noted.

2.   That a Resident Parking questionnaire survey be undertaken in Silver Street, between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway, St Peters as the results of the parking survey indicated that on-street parking utilisation was reasonably high in the street and warrants the consideration of a Resident Parking Scheme especially in light of surrounding streets being already treated with RPS and the redevelopment of Precinct 75. The proposed scheme would have the following parking restrictions ‘2P 8.30AM - 6PM, MON - FRI, PERMIT HOLDERS EXCEPTED, AREA M4’ on the western (south) side of Silver Street, between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway, St Peters.

3.   That the results of the Resident Parking survey questionnaire be referred to the Local Traffic Committee for consideration.

4.   That the head petitioner be advised in terms of this report.

For Motion: Unanimous

LTC0224(1) Item 12     Status Update: Road and traffic conditions around the Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines an update to the Council resolutions from the Council meeting of 8 August 2023 regarding the road and traffic conditions around the Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre.

Officers 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

LTC0224(1) Item 13     Request for Pedestrian Crossing in Curtis Road, Balmain (Baludarri - Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

This matter was previously considered by the Committee on 11 December 2023. Concerns were received from a resident of Curtis Road regarding pedestrian safety near the intersection of Darling Street and Thames Street, Balmain. A request was made for the conversion of the existing pedestrian facility into a Pedestrian Crossing in Curtis Road. Subsequently a review was undertaken, and the findings are presented in this report.

Officers Recommendation

That the report be received and noted.

DISCUSSION:

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

That the report be received and noted.

For Motion: Unanimous

General Business:

Item 14 –  Rozelle Parkland internal pathways closed due to asbestos in mulch

The Representative for the Member for Balmain raised concerns of closures of internal pathways within the Rozelle Parklands causing access issues for pedestrians and cyclists going to and from Rozelle, Lilyfield and the City. The Representative for the Member of Balmain questioned if it would be possible to fence off the areas affect by the asbestos and allow the pathways to be reopened for pedestrian access. The Representative for Transport for NSW stated that due to the EPA requirements, the entire site had to be closed. It was advised that the mulch removal was progressing with 30% removed to date. The Transport for NSW representative advised that further detail will be released with the minutes. The Representative for the member for Balmain asked if the paths could be opened progressively to restore access more quickly.

Item 15 –  Parked vehicles overhanging footpath in Robert Street, Balmain

The Representative for the Member for Balmain raised concerns regarding vehicles obstructing the northern footpath of Robert Street, Rozelle east of Mullens Street. The Representative for the Member for Balmain advised that long vehicles overhang the footpath, obstructing access and requiring pedestrians to walk on the road. Council Officers will investigate this concern.

Item 16 –  Frederick Street and John Street, Ashfield traffic signal update

The Representative for the Member for Summer Hill requested an updated on the traffic signals at the intersection of Fredrick Street and John Street, Ashfield. The Representative for Transport for NSW advised there is no further update at the moment however the procurement for the design is in progress and that the traffic signals at the intersection of Fredrick Street and John Street, Ashfield has been added to the Transport for NSW’s project list and system. The Representative for Transport for NSW also noted that once the consultants have been engaged, we will receive regular reporting back.

Item 17 –  Rozelle Parklands Bicycle Facilities

The Representative for Inner West Bicycle Coalition raised concerns regarding the interface between the bicycle paths in the Rozelle Parklands and Lilyfield Road, specifically the height of the lip on the access ramps. Council Officers advised that they were aware of this issue and had raised it with the Transport for NSW project team and will again follow up.

Item  18 –  Edgeware Road, Alice Street and Llewellyn Street, Newtown intersection signal upgrade

The Representative for the Member for Newtown requested an update on the Edgeware Road, Alice Street and Llewellyn Street intersection signal upgrade. Council Officers advised that they were commencing a procurement process to engage a contractor to undertake works and expect construction to commence in March 2024 with completion by 30 June 2024.

Item  19 –  Camdenville Public School crossing guard

The Representative for the Member for Newtown requested an update on the crossing guard recruitment update for Camdenville Public School. The Representative for Transport for NSW advised that they will follow up on the issue.

Item  20 –  Transport for NSW Delegation Changes

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition questioned whether Council will be adopting Transport for NSW’s new temporary delegations to Council for traffic facilities which would mean that some traffic facilities could be approved without referral to the Traffic Committee. Council Officers advised that it was their understanding that this was a voluntary and temporary delegation and Inner West Council was still referring items to the Traffic Committee as this was a more transparent process and ensured that consultation with NSW Police, Transport for NSW and other stakeholders was captured.

Meeting closed at 11:58pm.

CHAIRPERSON