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Local Traffic Committee Meeting Minutes 17 February 2025 |
Minutes of Meeting held on 17 February 2025
Meeting commenced at 11:01 AM
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY BY CHAIR
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
DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:
Nil.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
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That the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee held on Monday, 9 December 2024 be confirmed. |
MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES
Nil.
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LTC0225(1) Item 1 Lower Railway Parade, Sydenham – Temporary medium-term 12P parking changes during major rail shutdown of T3 line for Sydney Metro Upgrade works (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC) |
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From Monday 30 September 2024, the T3 Bankstown Line from Sydenham to Bankstown was closed for a 12-month period to enable the final conversion of the 130-year-old line to modern metro standards. A report went to the August 2024 Local Traffic Committee meeting detailing various temporary medium-term parking changes associated with the 12-month T3 shutdown.
Transport for NSW (TfNSW) have notified Council that local businesses along Lower Railway Parade, Sydenham have indicated they are in favour of changing the unrestricted parking in Lower Railway Parade to timed parking to increase availability of spaces for use by customers and employees of the businesses for the remainder of T3 shutdown period.
Specifically, TfNSW is requesting approval for the medium-term conversion of 109 metres (40 parking spaces) 90 degree angled ‘unrestricted parking’ on the southeast kerb of Lower Railway Parade (between Gleeson Avenue and Marrickville Road) to ‘12P’ restrictions.
Officers Recommendation:
1. That the following temporary medium-term parking / traffic changes be approved:
a) Lower Railway Parade (40 parking spaces) - The medium-term conversion of 109 metres (40 parking spaces) 90 degree angled ‘unrestricted parking’ on the southeast kerb of Lower Railway Parade (between Gleeson Avenue and Marrickville Road) to ‘12P’ restrictions; and b) Temporarily converting Lower Railway Parade into a single direction entry / exit, subject to implementation of the Traffic Management Plan for the proposed access changes.
2. That the cost of all works of the statement and/or reinstatement of any/all signage will be borne by TfNSW.
3. That the applicant and Council Rangers be advised in terms of this report.
DISCUSSION:
The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
1. That the following temporary medium-term parking / traffic changes be approved:
a) Lower Railway Parade (40 parking spaces) - The medium-term conversion of 109 metres (40 parking spaces) 90 degree angled ‘unrestricted parking’ on the southeast kerb of Lower Railway Parade (between Gleeson Avenue and Marrickville Road) to ‘12P’ restrictions; and b) Temporarily converting Lower Railway Parade into a single direction entry / exit, subject to implementation of the Traffic Management Plan for the proposed access changes.
2. That the cost of all works of the statement and/or reinstatement of any/all signage will be borne by TfNSW.
3. That the applicant and Council Rangers be advised in terms of this report.
For Motion: Unanimous |
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LTC0225(1) Item 5 Albermarle Street, Marrickville – Temporary Full Road Closure of Rail Overbridge south of Challis Street - Sydney Metro SWM4 works CTMP (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West Pac) |
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An application has been received from Martinus on behalf of Sydney Metro (SWM4) for the temporary full road closure of the rail over bridge on Albermarle Street just south of Challis Avenue, Marrickville for a 56-hour period in alignment with Rail Possession Weekend 39, occurring from Friday 28th March to Monday 31st March 2025. It is recommended that the proposed temporary full road closure be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.
Officers Recommendation:
That the proposed temporary full road closure of Albermarle Street (between Challis Avenue and Kays Avenue East), Marrickville for a 56-hour period in alignment with Rail Possession occurring from Friday, 28th March to Monday, 31st March.2025 (contingency period of two weeks) be approved, in order to carry out errant and hostile vehicle mitigation works on the Rail Overbridge 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; and
3. The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.
DISCUSSION:
The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
That the proposed temporary full road closure of Albermarle Street (between Challis Avenue and Kays Avenue East), Marrickville for a 56-hour period in alignment with Rail Possession occurring from Friday, 28th March to Monday, 31st March.2025 (contingency period of two weeks) be approved, in order to carry out errant and hostile vehicle mitigation works on the Rail Overbridge 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; and
3. The occupation of the road carriageway must not occur until the road has been physically closed.
For Motion: Unanimous |
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LTC0225(1) Item 10 Robert Street at Holden Street, Ashfield- New at-grade pedestrian (zebra) crossing- amended plan (Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Burwood PAC) |
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Council at its meeting on the 18 March 2024 (through its Traffic Committee 11 December 2023) approved in principle a series of proposed pedestrian (zebra) crossings and kerb extension treatments (under concept) with other auxiliary works (relocation of bus stops, inclusion of raised platform thresholds) for improved pedestrian and road safety around and near to the Cardinal Freeman (Retirement) Village, Ashfield.
This report describes and shows the amended detailed design plan of one of the proposed treatments involving the placing of a pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Robert Street, at the intersection of Holden Street, Ashfield. This work is programmed and envisaged to be constructed in the 2025/2026 financial year, subject to funding.
Officers Recommendation:
That the detailed amended design plan (10302-A) for a proposed new at-grade pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Robert Street at its intersection with Holden Street, Ashfield, with associated signs and line marking (as shown in Attachment 1) be approved.
DISCUSSION:
The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
That the detailed amended design plan (10302-A) for a proposed new at-grade pedestrian (zebra) crossing in Robert Street at its intersection with Holden Street, Ashfield, with associated signs and line marking (as shown in Attachment 1) be approved.
For Motion: Unanimous |
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LTC0225(1) Item 15 Temporary No Parking Restrictions proposed on Marrickville Road, Marrickville (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Inner West PAC) |
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SUMMARY
Transport for NSW (Transport) has identified increased traffic congestion westbound on Marrickville Road caused by vehicles turning right into Silver Street at an unsignalised filter turn.
Transport proposes to introduce temporary parking restrictions during weekday AM peak times to reduce congestion on Marrickville Road, improve bus reliability and journey times and make right turns into Silver Street safer and more efficient.
Officers Recommendation:
That temporary ‘Keep Clear’ linemarking be introduced on Marrickville Road at Silver Street (eastbound lane) and ‘No Parking 6am-10am Mon-Fri’ restrictions be introduced on Marrickville Road, opposite Silver Street replacing 4x 1/4P restrictions, to reduce congestion on Marrickville Road, improve bus reliability and journey times and make right turns into Silver Street safer and more efficient.
DISCUSSION:
Public Speaker Anne-Marie Smith entered the meeting at 11.16am
Ms Smith advised that Transport for NSW had a SCATS (Sydney Coordinated Adaptive Traffic System) SME (Subject Matter Expert) who has observed traffic flows in the Inner West and has noticed issues with vehicles turning right into silver street from Marrickville Road blocking through traffic. It was noted that the quarter hour parking spaces on Marrickville Road, opposite Silver Street causes congestion on Marrickville Road as it prevents vehicles from going around cars that are queued to turn right into Silver Street. Ms Smith advised that there were 2 options which were reviewed to treat the issue, one was to restrict quarter hour parking and the other was to ban the right turn onto Silver Street. It was noted that banning the right turn onto Silver Street would inconvenience residents living in the area so restricting the quarter hour parking during morning peak hours was the preferred option. It was noted that in the traffic survey conducted, there is high traffic flow from 6am in the morning through to 9pm in the evening, however, the highest combined traffic flow in both directions coincides predominantly in the morning peak, which is the reason as to the ‘No Parking’ restrictions being proposed during morning peak times. Ms Smith advised that the Community and Place team within Transport for NSW were engaged to consult with the nearby businesses through doorknocking and letter box drops and noted 9 written submissions from the community ranging from neutral to supportive of improving the traffic flow in the area.
The Chair noted that Garners Avenue and Frampton Avenue experience similar issues as the intersection of Marrickville Road and Silver Street from his observations and questioned why the treatment options were only considered for Silver Street as Garners Avenue experiences more issues due to there being a public carpark located on that street. The Chair also stated that he had spoken to some businesses nearby and was advised that the businesses had not been consulted nor received any flyers regarding the proposal.
The Representative for the Inner Bicycle Coalition questioned what provisions were going to be make for the removal of quarter hour parking between 6am and 10am. Ms Smith advised that were no alternative arrangements for the quarter hour parking spaces and noted that the survey/ camera observations conducted on the quarter hour parking spaces showed cars parking in those spots for over 15 minutes and that the spaces were not being ultilised as they were intended for.
The Chair noted it may be better to place ‘Keep Clear’ signage and markings at the intersection of Marrickville Road with Garners Avenue, Frampton Avenue and Silver Street and do a review after implementation to see if that alleviates the traffic issues. Ms Smith noted that the issue they are specifically trying to address is vehicles not being able to pass the vehicle wishing to turn right as this ultimately blocks the traffic flow.
Public Speaker Anne-Marie Smith left the meeting at 11.30am
The Chair advised the committee members he was not convinced that this was the best solution to address the issues on Marrickville Road and noted that treating other surrounding streets in the area such as Garners Avenue may have a potentially have a bigger impact than treating Silver Street alone.
Council Officers noted that they had expressed similar concerns to the project manager and noted from the surveys conducted that the quarter hour parking spots were typically occupied. Council Officers noted that they could not see any major benefits to Marrickville Road if only one intersection was treated.
The Representative for Transport for NSW suggested the possibility of reducing the proposed hours to 6am to 9am to benefit the local businesses and trial it for 6 months instead of the 12 months.
Council Officers suggested to defer the item so that Transport for NSW have more time to develop alternate proposal(s) for consideration.
The Chair and majority of Committee members agreed with the amended recommendation.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
That the proposed parking and linemarking changes at the intersection of Marrickville Road and Silver Street, Marrickville be deferred for further investigation.
For Motion: Council and Representative for Summer Hill Against Motion: Transport for NSW |
General Business
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Item 16- Request for Parking Patrols near Wilkins Public school and ‘No Parking’ signs. |
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The Representative for the Member of Newtown noted that a resident had written into Jenny Leong’s office requesting for parking patrols to take place near Wilkins Public school as there were multiple instances of illegal parking. The Representative for the Member of Newtown requested that Council amend the speed limit in Bay Lane to 40km/h as well as install ‘No Parking’ signs on the corner of Coronation Avenue and Rose Street as well as on Rose Street and Bay Lane.
Council Officers requested that the Representative for the Member of Newtown forward the correspondence to Council so the relevant team can investigate and advise the resident of the outcome.
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Item 17- Pedestrian Safety on Railway Terrace and West Street, Lewisham |
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The Representative for the Member of Newtown advised a resident had concerns regarding the pedestrian safety at the intersection of Railway Terrace and West Street, Lewisham. The Representative for the Member of Newtown noted that in 2022 the Roads Minister advised that best option would be to widen the pathways. The Representative for the Member of Newtown also suggested the potential of a scramble crossing at the intersection may help alleviate the issues at this intersection.
Council Officers advised that they had previously met with Transport for NSW and the school and discussed the potential of a scramble crossing. Council Officers noted that they had received written correspondence that a scramble crossing was not supported.
The Representative for Transport for NSW advised that there is a new program called ‘Safer Routes to School’ and that the program has been looking at the crossing to Petersham Public School as well the intersection of Railway Terrace and West Street, Lewisham in more detail. It was noted that a road safety assessment on the intersection has been completed and is to be reviewed and discussed with Council.
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Item 18- Onsite Meeting for Parking issues around Carrington Road, Marrickville |
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The Chair questioned when the onsite meeting to discuss the parking issues around Carrington Road, Marrickville will be held. Council Officers advised that no date has been set as of yet, but they are planning on having the meeting within the next month.
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Item 19- Request for timed parking in Gerald Street, Marrickville |
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The Chair raised concerns regarding commuters parking in Gerald Street, Marrickville making it difficult for residents and nearby businesses to find parking nearby. The Chair requested that Council investigate restricted parking in Gerald Street.
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Item 20- Pedestrian Safety at the intersection of Smith Street and Victoria Road, Marrickville |
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The Chair raised concerns regarding pedestrian safety at the intersection of Smith Street and Victoria Road, Marrickville advising that due to the footpaths being wide apart, when vehicles travel down that road, pedestrians are often blindsided and stuck in the middle of the road. The Chair requested that Council investigate ways to improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Smith Street and Victoria Road, Marrickville.
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Item 21- Review of Shared Path signage along West Street, Petersham |
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The Representative for the Inner West Bicycle Coalition requested that the ‘Shared Path’ signage along West Street, Petersham be reviewed as there seems to be missing signs along the path. Council Officers advised that West Street is not currently a Shared Path, but Council is currently working on the design for the West Street Cycleway which will review this matter
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Item 22- Safety of pedestrians when moving from the new bus stops on Edinburgh Road to Marrickville Metro |
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Council Officers raised concerns regarding pedestrian movements outside of Marrickville Metro due to pedestrians being dropped off on the south side of Edinburgh Road and crossing the road near the new roundabout to access Marrickville Metro. It was noted that there was a new bus stop on Edinburgh Road on both the north and south side of the street. It was noted that buses pull into the southern bus stop, drop off passengers and then undertake a U-turn at the roundabout to pick up passengers on the north side before departing. Council officers asked why pedestrians were not dropped off on the north side of Edinburgh Road which would remove the conflict with pedestrians wanting to cross the road to get to Marrickville Metro which is the primary pedestrian generator in the area. Council Officers wanted to get clarification as to what the intended design was for that drop off.
The Representative for Transport for NSW advised she will pass on the query to the relevant team for review.
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Item 23- Review of vegetation on the roundabout at the corner of Ramsay Street and St Davids Road, Haberfield |
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The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill raised concerns regarding the vegetation on the roundabout at the corner of Ramsay Street and St Davids Road, Haberfield advising the vegetation on the roundabout impedes the sightlines of oncoming vehicles using the roundabout. Council officers advised that this can be investigated.
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Item 23- Road condition of Ramsay Street, Haberfield |
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The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill raised the road condition on Ramsay Street, Haberfield near Ocean Foods restaurant noting that due to the repeated rain over the past weeks, the roadway has subsided. The Representative for the Member of Summer Hill noted that the road was re-patched recently but advised the whole road should be reviewed as there may be leakages in the water pipes underneath the road causing erosion. Council Officers advised that Council’s drainage team are currently investigating this issue.
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Meeting closed at 12.38 pm.
CHAIR
Councillor Macri