Minutes of Local Transport Forum - Monday, 15 September 2025

Local Transport Forum Meeting

15 September 2025

Minutes of Meeting held on 15 September 2025

Meeting commenced at 11:02 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.

FORUM REPRESENTATIVES PRESENT

Victor Macri	Councillor –Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward (Chair)
Liz Atkins	Councillor – Damun - Stanmore Ward
Vinoth Srinivasan	Transport for NSW (TfNSW)
Graeme McKay	Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill
Bill Holliday	Representative for Kobi Shetty MP, Member for Balmain
Colin Jones	Representative for Inner West Bicycle Coalition (IWBC)
Manod Wickramasinghe	IWC’s Traffic and Transport Planning Manager
Sunny Jo	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (North)
George Tsaprounis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (South)
Jason Scoufis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Investigations & Road Safety
Christy Li	IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Alana Wulff	Public Speaker- Item 7
Brendan Arrow	Public Speaker- Item 7
Lise Chagnard	Public Speaker- Item 8
Mikayla Odelli	Public Speaker- Item 9
Gino Odelli	Public Speaker- Item 9

APOLOGIES:

Miriama Tamata	Representative for Jenny Leong MP, Member for Newtown
Julius Villanueva	Representative for Transit Systems

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Nil.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

That the Minutes of the Local Transport Forum held on Monday, 18 August 2025 and Extraordinary Local Transport Forum held on Monday, 1 September 2025 be confirmed.

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

Nil.

LTF0925(2) Item 1 Murray Street at Smidmore Street, Marrickville – Proposed raised pedestrian crossing and Refuge islands - Design Plan 10344-A (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve safety for pedestrians and motorists in Murray Street and Smidmore Street, Marrickville by converting the existing at-grade pedestrian crossing in Murray Street to a raised pedestrian crossing and reinstate various refuge islands and new kerb blisters in Murray Street and Smidmore Street. The proposal aims to improve pedestrian and motorist safety by better defining safe pedestrian crossing points, improve sight lines, reduce traffic speeds and conflicts with traffic movements at this location.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:

That the detailed design plan for the proposed raised pedestrian crossing and refuge islands in Murray Street at Smidmore Street, Marrickville and associated signs and line markings (as per Design Plan No.10344-A) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION:

No advice provided by LTF members.

RECOMMENDATION:

That the detailed design plan for the proposed raised pedestrian crossing and refuge islands in Murray Street at Smidmore Street, Marrickville and associated signs and line markings (as per Design Plan No.10344-A) be APPROVED.

LTF0925(2) Item 2 Gannon Street, Tempe – Pedestrian Crossing Review (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward /Summer Hill Electorate /Inner West LAC)

SUMMARY

At the Council Meeting held 20 May 2025 a Notice of Motion (NoM) regarding the Gannon Street Pedestrian Crossing was considered. It noted that the raised pedestrian crossing on Gannon Street at Edwin Street, Tempe continues to pose a significant risk to pedestrians and requested that a review of safety at the crossing be conducted and that further ways to improve pedestrian and road user safety at the crossing be considered. This report provides the outcome of the review and recommends various regulatory signage changes and works in addition to possible pruning works.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the installation of small kerb blisters either side of the Gannon Street, Tempe pedestrian crossing be supported in principle and included in Council’s Traffic Facilities Forward Works Program.

2. That statutory 10 metre ‘No Stopping’ restrictions be installed on both sides of Edwin Street east of Gannon Street, Tempe

3. That the existing 10 metre length of BB-lines in Edwin Street east of Gannon Street, Tempe be removed.

4. That the existing ‘No Stopping’ sign on the northern side of Gannon Street just east of the existing raised pedestrian crossing be relocated 6 metres southward so as to be compliant with the 10 metre ‘No Stopping’ zone after the crossing (departure side) in accordance with relevant Australian Standards, Austroads Guides and TfNSW Standard Supplements and Technical Directions to maintain clear visibility for pedestrians and motorists.

5. That Council’s Public Trees team be requested to investigate whether the tree outside No.40 Gannon Street, Tempe requires pruning to improve sightlines for both motorists and pedestrians at the existing raised pedestrian crossing.

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers tabled comments regarding concerns for the lack of parking in the streets near Tempe Station, noting that the City of Canterbury Bankstown has proposed to implement 4P restricted parking in Bayview Avenue, Tempe which would further exacerbate the current parking concerns.

Council Officers tabled comments from a resident who supported the recommendation and suggested that further speed reduction treatments be investigated for Gannon Street, as there are often occasions of vehicles speeding down the street. The resident questioned whether the kerb blisters were designed to narrow the street and act as a treatment to slow down traffic. The resident also suggested that Council’s Parking Rangers patrol Edwin Street and enforce cars that are not parked perpendicular or parallel to the driveway verge.

Council Officers advised that the installation of the kerb blisters are proposed to narrow the crossing distance to provide additional safety for pedestrians. Council Officers noted that the kerb blisters also provide an opportunity for Council to move the Pedestrian crossing signs to within the blister islands to provide better visibility for the signage.

No further advice provided by LTF members.

RECOMMENDATION:

2. That statutory 10 metre ‘No Stopping’ restrictions be installed on both sides of Edwin Street east of Gannon Street, Tempe

3. That the existing 10 metre length of BB-lines in Edwin Street east of Gannon Street, Tempe be removed.

LTF0925(2) Item 3 Saywell Street, Marrickville – Temporary full road closure for Heaps Gay Street Festival 2025 – Saturday 29 November 2025 (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received an application under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 to use Saywell Street, Marrickville to hold a street party style event for the community, known as ‘Heaps Gay Street Festival', on Saturday 29 November 2025 between the hours of 2pm and 11pm. The erection of the stage, stalls and associated works will include the temporary full-road closures of Saywell Street, Marrickville between Cadogan Street and Shirlow Street from 7:00pm Friday 28 November 2025 to 7pm Sunday 30 November 2025. The closure includes partial closure of adjoining streets also including Cadogan Lane, Sloane Street and Sloane Lane and a Drop off loop via Fitzroy Street.

It is recommended that Council endorse the temporary full road closure of Saywell Street, Marrickville between Cadogan Street and Shirlow Street from 7:00pm Friday 28 November 2025 to 7pm Sunday 30 November 2025 subject to the applicant complying with the conditions within this report; and advice of the proposed event being forwarded to the appropriate stakeholders and authorities including emergency services.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed temporary full road closure (permitting local access where possible) of Saywell Street between Cadogan Street and Shirlow Street, Marrickville from 7.00pm Friday 28 November to 7pm Sunday 30 November 2025 be APPROVED, subject to the approval of the S68 Application and the applicant complying with, but not limited to, the following conditions:

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

b) A minimum four (4) metres unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed sections;

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

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

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers tabled comments from the Representative for Transit Systems, noting that this proposal will not have any effects on Transit System services.

No further advice provided by LTF members.

RECOMMENDATION:

That the proposed temporary full road closure (permitting local access where possible) of Saywell Street between Cadogan Street and Shirlow Street, Marrickville from 7.00pm Friday 28 November to 7pm Sunday 30 November 2025 be APPROVED, subject to the approval of the S68 Application and the applicant complying with, but not limited to, the following conditions:

b) A minimum four (4) metres unencumbered passage be available for emergency vehicles through the closed sections;

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

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

LTF0925(2) Item 4 Wellington Street and Terry Street, Rozelle - Proposed New Raised Pedestrian Crossing (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve safety in Wellington Street and Terry Street, Rozelle by constructing new raised pedestrian crossings and bicycle facilities near the existing roundabout. The proposal aims to improve pedestrian, cyclist and motorist safety by better defining safe pedestrian crossing points and addresses pedestrian safety and driver behaviour at this location.

This proposal will not have an impact on existing parking arrangements in the street.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan 10349) for the raised pedestrian crossings and bicycle lane at the intersection of Wellington and Terry Street, Rozelle be approved.

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers tabled the amended detailed design plan (Design Plan 10349) for the raised pedestrian crossings and bicycle lane at the intersection of Wellington and Terry Street, Rozelle.

**Please see Appendix One for the amended plans tabled in the meeting**

Council Officers noted that the amended design has incorporated kerb blisters on the east side of Wellington Street at the proposed pedestrian crossing to shorten the crossing distance.

No further advice provided by LTF members.

RECOMMENDATION:

That the attached amended detailed design plan (Design Plan 10349) for the raised pedestrian crossings and bicycle lane at the intersection of Wellington and Terry Street, Rozelle be approved.

LTF0925(2) Item 5 Traffic Management Plan for the 2025 Balmain New Year's Eve Event (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines the traffic management plan for the 2025 New Year’s Eve event.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) detailing the traffic arrangements for the 2025 Balmain New Year’s Eve be supported.

2. That the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) be forwarded to Council’s Parks and Streetscapes Coordinator, Transport Management Centre and the Major Events & Incidents Group (NSW Police).

3. That a temporary ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Montague Street between Darling Street and Beattie Street, Balmain.

4. That the following temporary modifications to bus stops be approved:

a) On the northern side of Darling Street:

i. Install temporary ‘Bus Zones’ between Mort Street and Ford Street.

ii. Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between Ford Street and McDonald Street.

iii. Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between McDonald Street and Curtis Road, outside Nos.217-223 Darling Street.

b) On the southern side of Darling Street:

i. Install a temporary ‘Bus Zone’ between Booth Street and Beattie Street, outside No. 244-270 Darling Street.

c) On the eastern side of Grove Street:

i. Install a temporary ‘Bus Zone’ between Wharf Road and Bay Street, Birchgrove.

d) on Eaton Street

i. Install a temporary 27m and 41m length ‘Bus Zone’ between Darling Street and Gladstone Street on the east and west side respectively;

ii. Install a temporary 65m and 54m length ‘Bus Zone’ between Gladstone Street and Darvall Street on the east and west side respectively;

5. That it be noted that taxi / hire car access to the Peninsula will be restricted from 7:00pm.

6. That the NSW Taxi Council be advised of the Committee’s recommendation.

DISCUSSION:

Council Officers tabled comments from the Representative for Transit Systems, noting that Transit Systems will be attending the Balmain NYE Operational planning meeting with Council.

No further advice provided by LTF members.

RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) detailing the traffic arrangements for the 2025 Balmain New Year’s Eve be supported.

2. That the Traffic Management Plan (Attachment 1) be forwarded to Council’s Parks and Streetscapes Coordinator, Transport Management Centre and the Major Events & Incidents Group (NSW Police).

3. That a temporary ‘No Stopping’ zone be installed on the eastern side of Montague Street between Darling Street and Beattie Street, Balmain.

4. That the following temporary modifications to bus stops be approved:

a) On the northern side of Darling Street:

i. Install temporary ‘Bus Zones’ between Mort Street and Ford Street.

ii. Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between Ford Street and McDonald Street.

iii. Extend the ‘Bus Zone’ between McDonald Street and Curtis Road, outside Nos.217-223 Darling Street.

b) On the southern side of Darling Street:

i. Install a temporary ‘Bus Zone’ between Booth Street and Beattie Street, outside No. 244-270 Darling Street.

c) On the eastern side of Grove Street:

i. Install a temporary ‘Bus Zone’ between Wharf Road and Bay Street, Birchgrove.

d) on Eaton Street

i. Install a temporary 27m and 41m length ‘Bus Zone’ between Darling Street and Gladstone Street on the east and west side respectively;

ii. Install a temporary 65m and 54m length ‘Bus Zone’ between Gladstone Street and Darvall Street on the east and west side respectively;

5. That it be noted that taxi / hire car access to the Peninsula will be restricted from 7:00pm.

6. That the NSW Taxi Council be advised of the Committee’s recommendation.

LTF0925(2) Item 6 Shaw Street at Belgrave Street, Petersham - Proposed 'STOP' control and kerb extensions/blisters (Damun-Stanmore Ward/Newtown Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve safety on Shaw Street, Petersham at Belgrave Street by converting the existing ‘GIVE WAY’ control to ‘STOP’ control and constructing kerb extensions and blisters to reduce vehicle speeds due to a history of crashes at this intersection. There are also new kerb ramps proposed within the kerb extensions to provide a pedestrian facility to cross Shaw Street. This proposal has received construction funding from Transport for NSW under the 2025/2026 Australian Blackspot Program.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:

That the detailed design plan for the proposed ‘STOP’ control, kerb extensions, kerb blisters, kerb ramps, associated signs and line markings on Belgrave and Shaw Streets, Petersham (as per Design Plan No.10345) be approved.

DISCUSSION:

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition noted that the design plans did not show changes in parking spaces as stipulated on the legend.

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition also noted that there were signs missing along Belgrave Street and Shaw Street and requested Council to review the signage in the area.

No further advice provided by LTF members.

RECOMMENDATION:

LTF0925(2) Item 7 Newtown Enmore Parking Review Study

SUMMARY

Council has undertaken a Parking Review Study to improve parking in Newtown and Enmore. The study has detailed a number of recommendations to improve conditions in laneways and intersections and extension of existing M8 resident parking scheme into the additional roads of Juliett Street, Francis Street and Lynch Avenue.

There are also a number of recommendations that increase parking capacity by introducing 90 degree angle parking in select local roads of Pemell Street, Gilpin Street and Dickson Street. Other recommendations include the introduction of ‘No Stopping’ at intersections and ‘No Parking’ in laneways. The Parking Review Study report including recommendations is provided in Attachment 1 with appendix detailed in Attachment 2.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the Newtown Enmore Parking Review Study be received and noted.

2. That further consultation be undertaken into installing ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at the intersections detailed below with a risk assessment to determine the length of ‘No Stopping’:

a) St Marys Street/Gilpin Street/Oxford Street

b) Albermarle Street/Australia Street

c) Albermarle Street/Denison Street

d) Albermarle Street/Probert Street

e) Albermarle Street/Chelmsford Street

f) Albermarle Street/Oxford Street

g) Albermarle Street/Bedford Street

h) Phillip Street/Gladstone Street

i) Phillip Street/Charles Street

j) Phillip Street/Belmore Lane

k) Phillip Street/Thurnby Lane

l) Trade Street/Albert Street

m) Trade Street/Pierce Street

n) Trade Street/Kingston Lane

o) James Street/Simmons Street

p) Denison Street/Fitzroy Lane

q) Baltic Street/Bedford Street

r) Lynch Avenue/Francis Street

s) Cambridge Street/Cambridge Lane

t) Lynch Avenue/Juliett Street

u) Albert Street/Bedford Street

3. That ‘90 degree angle parking vehicles under 6 metres only’ signposting with associated kerb extensions be supported at the following locations and they be listed for consideration in Council’s Traffic Facilities Program subject to consultation:

a) on the southern side of Pemell Street between Reiby Street and Simmons Street

b) on the southern side of Gilpin Street between Kingston Road and Kingston Lane

c) on the southern side of Dickson Street between Pearl Lane and King Lane

4. That ‘No Parking’ and associated ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at intersections be installed at the following locations subject to consultation:

a) the southern side of Cambridge Lane between Cambridge Street and London Street

b) both sides of Hoffman Lane between Chelmsford Street and London Street

5. That ‘2P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M8’ signposting restrictions be installed in the following streets subject to consultation:

a) western side of Francis Street between Enmore Road and Lynch Avenue

b) eastern side of Juliett Street between Enmore Road and Lynch Avenue

c) northern side of Lynch Avenue between Juliett Street and Francis Street

DISCUSSION:

Public Speaker Alana Wulff entered the meeting at 11.04am.

Ms Wulff advised that she lives on Francis Street and supported the recommendation to introduce ‘2P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M8’ parking restrictions on her street and would like Council to consider more restrictive parking measures on Francis Street to address the existing parking issues in the street. It was noted that Francis Street is one of the streets west of Enmore Road, which does not have restricted parking, which makes the street appealing for commuters and other long-term parkers further adding to the existing issues in the area. Ms Wulff noted that the parking study was undertaken in 2023 and that it does not accurately reflect the current parking conditions in 2025. Ms Wulff noted in Appendix A of the report that Francis Street has >85% parking occupancy on Wednesdays and 70-80% parking occupancy on Saturday nights, which would mean the proposed restrictions would not fully address the issues in the street, and suggested that the proposed ‘2P’ parking restrictions be amended to ‘2P 8am-10pm.’ Ms Wulff noted that she has witnessed a high volume of people parking their vehicles (regular motor vehicles as well as camper vans and trailers) on the street and not moving them for long periods of time, severely impacting her ability to park near her property. Ms Wulff notes that she has a young family, and having to park streets away from her house has been difficult and stressful. Ms Wulff also noted she supported the proposed ‘No Stopping’ restrictions in Francis Street and would like to be consulted by Council on the proposed location of the signage on the street.

Public Speaker Alana Wulff left the meeting at 11.19am.

Public Speaker Brendan Arrow entered the meeting at 11.19am.

Mr Arrow advised that he supported the recommendation to introduce ‘2P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M8’ parking restrictions on Francis Street and suggested that Council consider amending this to ‘1P’ parking restrictions. Mr Arrow noted that he often has trouble parking near his residence and often must park many streets away from his property. Mr Arrow stated that he often sees cars circling Francis Street and the nearby streets looking to find parking. Mr Arrow noted that due to the lack of parking, people often park over driveways and footpaths, which makes it hard for people on mobility scooters to access the footpaths. Mr Arrow noted that he also supported the proposed ‘No Stopping’ signs to be implemented on Francis Street. Mr Arrow noted that there is a new townhouse development on Francis Street which will add to the parking needs of the street. Mr Arrow noted that the TAFE carpark is available to use by people here to see a show at Enmore Theatre at a cost; however, the carpark is not fully utilised at times, as people often prefer to find free parking.

Public Speaker Brendan Arrow left the meeting at 11.27am.

Council Officers tabled comments from a resident requesting more uniform parking restrictions, as they often have difficulty finding parking even with a parking permit. It was noted that the resident resides on Edgeware Road and that their side of the road does not have restricted parking, making it difficult to find parking, especially when shows are playing at the Enmore Theatre. It was noted that the resident also has small children, which makes it hard when they cannot park close to their property, especially if they must cross Edgeware Road on foot to get back home. The resident noted that having ‘2P’ parking on their side of the road would allow for more frequent movements of parked cars and would allow more opportunities for them to park near their home.

Council Officers advised that they had proposed for ‘2P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M8’ in Francis Street, Lynch Avenue and Juliett Street as a way to slowly introduce RPS restrictions in the area. It was noted that the proposal for ‘2P 6pm-10pm’ restrictions would likely get more support than if Council were to propose more aggressive RPS treatments. It was noted that should the RPS restrictions have been supported during consultation and implemented, it would be easier to propose extending the restrictions to suit the needs of the area.

The Chairperson noted the residents' comments regarding the TAFE carpark and questioned if it would be possible for the carpark to be opened to the diners and the public for use. Councillor Atkins noted that this could be raised with the Newtown Enmore business community.

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition questioned if Council would review the installation of bike loops in the Newtown Enmore area.

The Chairperson advised that this has been raised as a Notice of Motion by the Councillors and that the original program to review and install bike loops will be revisited.

No further advice provided by LTF members.

RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the Newtown Enmore Parking Review Study be received and noted.

2. That further consultation be undertaken into installing ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at the intersections detailed below with a risk assessment to determine the length of ‘No Stopping’:

a) St Marys Street/Gilpin Street/Oxford Street

b) Albermarle Street/Australia Street

c) Albermarle Street/Denison Street

d) Albermarle Street/Probert Street

e) Albermarle Street/Chelmsford Street

f) Albermarle Street/Oxford Street

g) Albermarle Street/Bedford Street

h) Phillip Street/Gladstone Street

i) Phillip Street/Charles Street

j) Phillip Street/Belmore Lane

k) Phillip Street/Thurnby Lane

l) Trade Street/Albert Street

m) Trade Street/Pierce Street

n) Trade Street/Kingston Lane

o) James Street/Simmons Street

p) Denison Street/Fitzroy Lane

q) Baltic Street/Bedford Street

r) Lynch Avenue/Francis Street

s) Cambridge Street/Cambridge Lane

t) Lynch Avenue/Juliett Street

u) Albert Street/Bedford Street

a) on the southern side of Pemell Street between Reiby Street and Simmons Street

b) on the southern side of Gilpin Street between Kingston Road and Kingston Lane

c) on the southern side of Dickson Street between Pearl Lane and King Lane

4. That ‘No Parking’ and associated ‘No Stopping’ restrictions at intersections be installed at the following locations subject to consultation:

a) the southern side of Cambridge Lane between Cambridge Street and London Street

b) both sides of Hoffman Lane between Chelmsford Street and London Street

5. That ‘2P 6pm-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M8’ signposting restrictions be installed in the following streets subject to consultation:

a) western side of Francis Street between Enmore Road and Lynch Avenue

b) eastern side of Juliett Street between Enmore Road and Lynch Avenue

c) northern side of Lynch Avenue between Juliett Street and Francis Street

LTF0925(2) Item 8 Holbeach Avenue, Tempe - Proposed timed parking restrictions (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Heffron Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines existing parking issues on Holbeach Avenue immediately adjacent to Tempe Reserve and proposes timed parking restrictions (6P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri, vehicles under 6 metres only) to reduce long-term parking usage whilst balancing parking needs for field users, nearby businesses and residents.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the proposed ‘6P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri, vehicles under 6 metres only’ on the eastern side of Holbeach Avenue adjacent to Tempe Reserve be approved.

2. That timed angle or unrestricted parking spaces at the existing ‘Bus Zone’ on Holbeach Avenue opposite Tempe Reserve be investigated.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speaker Lise Chagnard entered the meeting at 11.28am.

Ms Chagnard supported the recommendation; however, she expressed concerns that the implementation of the ‘6P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri, vehicles under 6 metres only’ may move vehicles currently parking on the eastern side of Holbeach Avenue down to park near the water tower. Ms Chagnard noted that currently, when there is sport at the Tempe Reserve, cars sometimes park illegally, causing visibility issues for cars wanting to turn in or out of the street. Ms Chagnard is concerned that if the proposed restrictions shift the trailers, campervans, and other vehicles down to park adjacent to the water tower, it will impede the sightlines of motorists, causing potential safety issues.

Public Speaker Lise Chagnard left the meeting at 11.34am.

No further advice provided by LTF members.

RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the proposed ‘6P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri, vehicles under 6 metres only’ on the eastern side of Holbeach Avenue adjacent to Tempe Reserve be approved.

2. That timed angle or unrestricted parking spaces at the existing ‘Bus Zone’ on Holbeach Avenue opposite Tempe Reserve be investigated.

LTF0925(2) Item 9 Unnamed laneway (rear of Church Street and Warren Road), Marrickville (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

This report outlines existing parking challenges within a laneway at the rear of Church Street and Warren Road, Marrickville. It proposes an adjustment to the existing ‘No Parking’ restriction which seeks to balance access and parking needs for affected residents.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:

That the relocation of the ‘No Parking’ restriction a further 2-metres north in the laneway at the rear of Church Street and Warren Road, Marrickville be approved.

DISCUSSION:

Public Speakers Mikayla Odelli and Gino Odelli entered the meeting at 11.35am

Ms Odelli and Mr Odelli opposed the recommendation, noting that this will compromise their ability to park in the laneway and consequently decrease their property value and increase their car insurance premium. Ms Odelli stated that her family regularly use this laneway to access their work vehicles to load and unload equipment. Ms Odelli also stated that the proposed recommendation will reduce parking availability and noted her concerns regarding the amount of car accidents and cars being damaged on Warren Road, and why this issue of the Church Street garage placement and access was not properly considered when the building plans went to Council for review. Ms Odelli noted that the initial request for the ‘No Parking’ restrictions to be amended was so the neighbouring resident could access their off-street parking space from either side. Ms Odelli acknowledged it can be inconvenient to manoeuvre any vehicle in the laneway but noted that the residents of the Church Street address were still able to access their garage from one direction.

Public Speakers Mikayla Odelli and Gino Odelli left the meeting at 11.40am

Council Officers tabled comments from a resident opposing the recommendation. The resident noted that the proposed recommendation does not resolve their concerns with regards to accessing their property, as the proposed position of the ‘No Parking’ sign does not allow an adequate turning space to access their garage. It was noted that Council have been inconsistent with booking residents for parking across their driveways and requested that the parking rules be consistently applied so they would have access to their garage. The resident suggested that the arrows on the ‘No Parking’ restriction be changed to a bi-directional arrow and that an additional ‘No Parking’ sign be placed on the north side of the double garages at #43. The resident also notes that having access to her garage is important to they are the primary caregivers to their elderly parents.

Council Officers noted that it is often difficult to maintain access from both directions in laneways due to the narrow nature of the lanes.

The Chairperson suggested that no changes be made to the existing 'No Parking’ in the laneway at the rear of Church Street and Warren Road, Marrickville

No further advice provided by LTF members.

RECOMMENDATION:

That no changes be made to the existing 'No Parking’ in the laneway at the rear of Church Street and Warren Road, Marrickville

LTF0925(2) Item 10 Sydenham Station Parking Study

SUMMARY

This report outlines the investigation completed in the residential and industrial streets surrounding Sydenham Station to assess parking impacts due to the opening of the Metro at Sydenham Station and closure of the T3 Bankstown Line. It provides an assessment of parking occupancy rates, and proposes adjustments to existing timed permit parking restrictions, and new timed (both permit and non-permit) parking restrictions to better support residents and businesses on streets north and south of Sydenham Station.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:

1. That the existing ‘2P 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri Permit Holders Excepted Area M4’ signposting restrictions be replaced with ‘2P 8am-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M4’, subject to consultation being undertaken in the following streets:

· Northern side of Bridge Street, west of Unwin’s Bridge Road

· Eastern side of Leslie Street, south of Bridge Street

· Northern side of Terry Street, between Unwin’s Bridge Road and Henry Street

· Both sides of Park Road, between Rowe Lane and Henry Street

· Western side of Henry Street, between Park Road and Park Lane

· Southern side of Park Road between Henry Street and Stewart Lane

· Southern side of Rowe Lane between Railway Road and Reilly Lane

· Northern side of George Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Lee Lane

· Northern side of Yelverton street between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway

· Northern side of Frederick Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway

· Southern side of Frederick Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Henry Street

· Northern side of Sutherland Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway

· Southern side of Sutherland Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Henry Street

· Eastern side of Henry Street between Sutherland Street and Grove Street

· Southern side of Grove Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway

2. That consultation be undertaken into installing new ‘2P 8am-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M4’s restrictions in the following streets:

· Southern side of Sutherland Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Henry Street

· Southern side of Terry Street between Henry Street and Princes Highway

· Southern side of George Street between Henry Street and Princes Highway

3. That consultation be undertaken into installing new ‘1P 8.30am-5pm Mon-Fri; 8.30am-12.30pm Sat’ restrictions on both sides of Park Road between Unwins Bridge Road and Rowe Lane

4. That consultation be undertaken into installing, 2P 8am-6pm Mon-Fri’ restrictions on the northern side of Sydenham Road between Fitzroy Street and Cadogan Street, and on the southern side of Sydenham Road between Railway Parade and Buckley Lane, and ‘No Parking’ restrictions on the northern side of Sydenham Road, east of Shirlow Street subject to Transport for NSW approval.

DISCUSSION:

The Chairperson requested that Gerald Street also be included for consultation for ‘2P’ Parking restrictions.

Council Officers advised that they undertake a review of Gerald Street and consult the residents and businesses on an appropriate parking scheme for the street.

The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill questioned whether the proposed restrictions would change once the Metro is fully opened and replacement buses are no longer required.

Council Officers advised that the proposal would remain even after the Metro has completed its upgrade works on the T3 line, as it is predicted that the parking demand in the area after the completion of the Metro works will not be reduced.

No further advice provided by LTF members.

RECOMMENDATION:

· Northern side of Bridge Street, west of Unwins Bridge Road

· Eastern side of Leslie Street, south of Bridge Street

· Northern side of Terry Street, between Unwins Bridge Road and Henry Street

· Both sides of Park Road, between Rowe Lane and Henry Street

· Western side of Henry Street, between Park Road and Park Lane

· Southern side of Park Road between Henry Street and Stewart Lane

· Southern side of Rowe Lane between Railway Road and Reilly Lane

· Northern side of George Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Lee Lane

· Northern side of Yelverton street between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway

· Northern side of Frederick Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway

· Southern side of Frederick Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Henry Street

· Northern side of Sutherland Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway

· Southern side of Sutherland Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Henry Street

· Eastern side of Henry Street between Sutherland Street and Grove Street

· Southern side of Grove Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Princes Highway

2. That consultation be undertaken into installing new ‘2P 8am-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area M4’s restrictions in the following streets:

· Southern side of Sutherland Street between Unwins Bridge Road and Henry Street

· Southern side of Terry Street between Henry Street and Princes Highway

· Southern side of George Street between Henry Street and Princes Highway

3. That consultation be undertaken into installing new ‘1P 8.30am-5pm Mon-Fri; 8.30am-12.30pm Sat’ restrictions on both sides of Park Road between Unwins Bridge Road and Rowe Lane

5. That a parking scheme for Gerald Street which provides some short-term parking and supports the businesses be developed and engagement be undertaken with the businesses and residents in Gerald Street

General Business:

Item 11: Request for Parking Restrictions in Burrows Road South, St Peters

The Chairperson noted he had received a request from a constituent requesting that Council review Burrows Road South, St Peters, for potential parking restrictions to deter people from parking on the street long-term, whilst meeting the business needs in the area. Council Officers advised that they investigate the matter and provide a response to the relevant parties.

Item 12: Update on Carrington Road, Marrickville South Resident Parking Scheme

The Chairperson requested an update on the Carrington Road Resident Parking Scheme proposal. Council Officers advised that a plan is being developed and has progressed to the final draft stage. Council Officers noted that they would be consulting the residents in 2 different stages in smaller areas to try to increase the response rate from the residents. Council Officers noted that the first stage letter should be ready to go out to the residents for consultation after the upcoming school holidays.

Item 12: Update on Charlotte Street, Marrickville Resident Parking Scheme Survey

The Chairperson requested an update on the Charlotte Street, Marrickville Resident Parking Scheme Survey. It was noted that previously, the Resident Parking Scheme proposal did not proceed as the parking occupancy rate failed to meet Council’s threshold. Council Officers advised they have reached out to Transport for NSW to determine when they anticipate their planned works on the street to be completed. It was noted that once they get a timeframe on when Transport for NSW’s works will be completed, Council will organise to have another parking survey undertaken in the area.

Item 13: Abandoned shopping trolleys on Ashfield rooftop carpark

The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition raised concerns regarding abandoned shopping trolleys in the Ashfield carpark taking up parking spaces. Council Officers noted that Centre Management looks after the collection of trolleys and advised that they will contact Centre Management to advise them of the issue.

Meeting closed at 12.31pm.

CHAIRPERSON

Clr Victor Macri

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