Agenda of Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

19 April 2022

Minutes of Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Held on 21 March 2022 at Ashfield Service Centre

Meeting commenced at 11.04AM

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY BY CHAIRPERSON

I acknowledge the Gadigal and Wangal people of the Eora nation on whose country we are meeting today, and their elders past and present.

COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES PRESENT

Mayor Darcy Byrne	Councillor – Baludarri-Balmain Ward (Chair)
Bill Holliday	Representative for Jamie Parker MP, Member for Balmain
Colin Hesse	Representative for Jenny Leong MP, Member for Newtown
Graeme McKay	Representative for Jo Haylen MP, Member for Summer Hill
Maryanne Duggan	Representative for Jason Yat-Sen Li, Member for Strathfield
Solon Ghosh	Transport for NSW (TfNSW)

NON VOTING MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE

Colin Jones	Inner West Bicycle Coalition (IWBC)
John McNeil	Inner West Bicycle Coalition (IWBC)
Cr Justine Langford	Councillor – Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward (Alternate Chair)
Manod Wickramasinghe	IWC’s Traffic and Transport Planning Manager
Jason Scoufis	IWC’s Traffic and Parking Planner
Boris Muha	IWC’s Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services
Christina Ip	IWC’s Business Administration Officer

VISITORS

Peter Erling	Item 4 – Resident
Peter Moller	Item 11 – Resident
Angela White	Item 13 – Resident

APOLOGIES:

Sgt Anthony Kenny	NSW Police – Inner West Police Area Command
SC Germaine Grant	NSW Police – Burwood Police Area Command
Sgt Gerrard Moriarty	NSW Police – Burwood Police Area Command
George Tsaprounis	IWC’s Coordinator Traffic Engineering Services (South)

DISCLOSURES OF INTERESTS:

Nil.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

The minutes of the Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 7 February 2022 were confirmed.

MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNCIL’S RESOLUTION OF MINUTES

The Local Traffic Committee recommendations of its meeting on 15 November 2021 and 6 December 2021 were adopted at Council’s meeting on 8 February 2022 with the following additions:

a) That a briefing of ward Councillors be held on the Rozelle North Local Area Traffic Management Study following community engagement and prior to it being reported back to the Local Traffic Committee; and

b) That a briefing for all Councillors regarding Tempe Bunnings DA and traffic control issues and commit to a date for Council to hold a community forum in person, circumstances allowing, near Tempe Primary School.

The Local Traffic Committee recommendations of its meeting on 7 February 2022 were adopted at Council’s meeting on 8 March 2022 with the following additions:

a) That a briefing of ward Councillors be held on the Dulwich Hill Station Precinct Public Domain Improvements project prior to advertising for tender; and

b) That a community meeting of local businesses and resident be held on site, before finalising the tender process.

LTC0322(1) Item 1 Proposed shared path between Longport Street and Grosvenor Crescent and Smith Street

SUMMARY

Council has received a request to provide safer connections for cyclists from the newly completed Regional Route 7 cycleway on Longport Street to Smith Street and Grosvenor Crescent, as well as the future Greenway. In the short term it is proposed to install shared paths along Smith Street and Grosvenor Crescent to improve cyclist safety in the area.

It is recommended that the signage plan for the proposed shared paths be approved.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the signage plan for the proposed shared paths between Longport Street and Grovesnor Crescent and Smith Street be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The IWBC representative requested that Council bring forward funding to expedite widening of the Smith Street footpath from Malthouse Way to the Longport Street/Carlton Crescent roundabout to allow space for contraflow for cyclists.

The IWBC representative commented that they have previously requested speed humps be installed under the railway bridge at Longport Street and pram ramps to improve accessibility.

Council Officers will seek advice on whether funding can be brought forward to widen the Smith Street footpath and report back to the Committee.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the signage plan for the proposed shared paths between Longport Street and Grovesnor Crescent and Smith Street be APPROVED.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 2 Byrnes Street, Marrickville and Trafalgar Street, Petersham - Dedicated car share parking restrictions (Summer Hill Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

A request has been received from a GoGet Car Share representative for the installation of three (3) on-street dedicated ‘Car Share’ parking spaces for existing floating car share vehicles around the Inner West. Due to community feedback and opposition to one location only two nominated car share spaces are recommended for installation.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the following ‘No Parking Authorised Car Share Vehicles Excepted’ restrictions be approved:

1. A 5.0m restriction in the first parking space on the southern side of Byrnes Street, Marrickville east of Illawarra Road, between the driveways of the adjacent complex; and

2. A 5.5m restriction in the first parking space on the northern side of Trafalgar
Street, Petersham immediately west of the existing bus stop.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the following ‘No Parking Authorised Car Share Vehicles Excepted’ restrictions be approved:

1. A 5.0m restriction in the first parking space on the southern side of Byrnes Street, Marrickville east of Illawarra Road, between the driveways of the adjacent complex; and

2. A 5.5m restriction in the first parking space on the northern side of Trafalgar
Street, Petersham immediately west of the existing bus stop.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 3 Smidmore Street, Marrickville – ENRC/2022/0007 - Temporary full road closure for Marrickville Metro Market events on first weekend each month throughout 2022 and related temporary changes to Victoria Road kerbside parking restrictions to accommodate relocation of community bus (Midjuburi – Marrickville Ward / Heffron Electorate / Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has been notified by MLA Transport Planning, on behalf of Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre, about proposed temporary full road closure of Smidmore Street, between Murray Street and the Centre’s Smidmore Street car park access, Marrickville for Marrickville Metro Market events on the first weekend each month throughout 2022. The closure will involve related temporary changes to Victoria Road kerbside parking restrictions to accommodate relocation of the community bus stop. It is recommended that the proposed temporary road closure be approved subject to all standard Council conditions for a temporary full road closure. Furthermore, the related changes to kerbside signage also be approved subject to all works and costs associated with the signage changes for the relocated 'Community Bus zone' and reinstatement of Council’s original parking restrictions is to be borne by the applicant.

Officer’s Recommendation

1. That the proposed temporary full road closure of Smidmore Street, between Murray Street and the Smidmore Street car park access, Marrickville from 6am Friday to midnight Sunday on the first weekend of each month throughout 2022 (contingency period to the end of 12 month trial period) for the purpose of hosting Marrickville Mertro Markets be APPROVED, subject to the approval of the associated Development Application (DA/2021/1334) and the applicant complying with, but not limited to, the following conditions:

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

b. 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;

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

d. A clear unobstructed 4-metre-wide path of travel throughout the site is recommended to be maintained at all times for emergency vehicle access, in order to provide safe egress in case of fire or other emergency; and

e. The TMP/TCP be reviewed after an initial three (3) month period and updated accordingly to address any issues experienced to ensure the markets run safely and efficiently throughout this period and to address any unforeseen issues arising.

2. That the proposed short-term temporary changes to parking restrictions in Victoria Road, Marrickville as per plans submitted by MLA Transport Planning (20008ppt05A-220225 Community Bus Stop Relocation Plan (002)) be approved subject to the following conditions:

a. All works and cost of the supply, installation and removal of the signage associated with the temporary community bus relocation is to be borne by the applicant;

b. The temporary removal and reinstatement of any Council assets will be at the applicants cost and to Council’s Traffic Engineers satisfaction; and

Notification of surrounding properties be undertaken at least 7 Days prior to installation of the temporary changes and relocated 'Bus Zone'.

DISCUSSION

Committee members raised concerns with how the proposed detour will impact safety for cyclists who would usually use the Smidmore Street cycle route. Council Officers recommended that the concerns be raised with the applicant who will be asked to report on bicycle provisions and observed impacts to cyclists within the initial 3 months of the events to determine whether any improvements could be made. The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation with an amendment of the trial period from 12 months to 6 months and the addition of a condition to report on cyclist impacts after 3 months.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

1. That the proposed temporary full road closure of Smidmore Street, between Murray Street and the Smidmore Street car park access, Marrickville from 6am Friday to midnight Sunday on the first weekend of each month until October 2022 (contingency period to the end of the 6 month trial period) for the purpose of hosting Marrickville Mertro Markets be APPROVED, subject to the approval of the associated Development Application (DA/2021/1334) and the applicant complying with, but not limited to, the following conditions:

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

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

e. The TMP/TCP be reviewed after an initial three (3) month period and updated accordingly to address any issues experienced, with particular consideration of the impacts to cyclists, to ensure the markets run safely and efficiently throughout this period and to address any unforeseen issues arising.

2. That the proposed short-term temporary changes to parking restrictions in
Victoria Road, Marrickville as per plans submitted by MLA Transport Planning
(20008ppt05A-220225 Community Bus Stop Relocation Plan (002)) be approved
subject to the following conditions:

All works and cost of the supply, installation and removal of the signage associated with the temporary community bus relocation is to be borne by the applicant;

b. The temporary removal and reinstatement of any Council assets will be at the applicants cost and to Council’s Traffic Engineers satisfaction; and

Notification of surrounding properties be undertaken at least 7 Days prior to installation of the temporary changes and relocated 'Bus Zone'.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 4 Gannon Lane, Tempe – Proposed new kerb extension - Design Plan 10195 (Midjuburi-Marrickville Ward / Newtown Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council finalised a design plan for the proposed construction of a new kerb extension on the eastern corner of Gannon Lane, south of Gannon Street, Tempe. The proposed works were the subject of a Notice of Motion to rescind a previous Council decision, However, subsequent to community feedback from the recent design plan consultation it is now recommended that the proposed detailed design plan NOT be approved and that no change be made to the present parking restrictions in place in Gannon Lane, Tempe.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the detailed design plan for the proposed new kerb extension on the eastern corner of Gannon Lane, south of Gannon Street, Tempe and associated signs and line markings (as per Plan No.10195) NOT be approved.

DISCUSSION

Public speaker: Mr Peter Erling attended at 11.07am.

Mr Erling supported the recommendation to maintain the current parking conditions. Mr Erling also suggested installing a bollard at the rear of 767 Princes Highway to address the
issue of illegal parking at the corner of Gannon Lane that encroaches on the adjacent driveway.

(Mr Erling left at 11.13am)

Council Officers advised that bollards are not typically installed in streets to prevent parking as they can present a vehicle hazard. Council Officers are not recommending any further measures be installed in Gannon Lane as no significant issues have been raised since the installation of the ‘No Parking’ zone on Gannon Lane south of Gannon Street. Enforcement Officers will continue to monitor for illegal parking at this location.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 5 Elizabeth Street and Alt Street, Ashfield- Proposed new speed cushions and associated works at the roundabout intersection- Design Plan 10197 (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Ashfield LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has finalised design plans to construct two new speed cushions at the Alt Street approaches to the roundabout intersection of Elizabeth Street and Alt Street, Ashfield, as well as adjusting the line marking in Alt Street to better accommodate pedestrians crossing the road. Furthermore, a low profile central (mountable) median will be constructed on the Alt Street northern leg side of the intersection.

The intention of the proposal is to slow/control traffic movement and improve road safety for pedestrians and motorists at the intersection. Funding for these works has been provided under the NSW Safe Roads Program for the financial year of 2021/2022.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the detailed design plan for new speed cushions, associated construction of a low profile central mountable median, existing pram ramp modification and inclusion/modification of signs and line marking (as shown per plan 10197) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The TfNSW representative stated that the ‘speed hump next 30m’ warning sign is typically used for a series of speed humps, is not required for a single speed hump, and requested the sign be removed from the proposal. The Committee members agreed to this change.

The IWBC requested that the existing bicycle symbols be retained at the roundabout or reinstated if they are impacted by the proposal. Council officers confirmed that the bicycle symbols would be retained.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 6 Holt Street, Stanmore – Pedestrian safety improvement works – raised pedestrian crossing - Design Plan 10193 (Damun - Stanmore Ward/ Newtown Electorate/ Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has finalised a design plan for pedestrian safety improvement works in Holt Street, Stanmore near Cambridge Street south of Stanmore Rail Station. The proposed works will include upgrading the existing pedestrian zebra crossing and some reconstruction works of the adjacent stormwater drainage pits. The project is expected to improve pedestrian safety in the locality.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the detailed design plan for the raising of the existing pedestrian crossing and new adjacent kerb ramps and associated signs and line markings in Holt Street, Stanmore near Cambridge Street (as per Plan No.10193) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The TfNSW representative requested that the proposed pedestrian crossing signage be moved from the pavement to the proposed island for improved visibility. The representative also asked that the proposed speed hump ahead signage be rescinded because it is not needed when a pedestrian crossing ahead sign is also proposed. The Committee members agreed to this change.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 7 Thomas and Edwin Street, Croydon - Intersection improvement works - Design Plan 10199
(Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Strathfield Electorate/Ashfield LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has finalised design plans to improve safety at the intersection of Thomas Street and Edwin Street, Croydon, by constructing new kerb blister islands to the corners of Thomas Street to facilitate safer vehicle turning movements and by bring out the STOP holding lines in Edwin Street near to front of the kerb blisters. A pram ramp (pedestrian) cross-over facility will also be provided on the western side of the intersection in Thomas Street under protection of the kerb blister islands and line marking. The intention of the proposal is to slow traffic and improve sight distances for drivers using this intersection which will improve road safety for both pedestrians and motorists.

Funding for these works has been provided under the Australian Government Blackspot Program for the financial year of 2021/2022.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the detailed design plan to construct new kerb blister islands, move the STOP holding lines out in Edwin Street, and provide a new pedestrian cross-over facility (with associated signs and markings) at the intersection of Thomas Street and Edwin Street, Croydon (as shown per attached plan 10199) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 8 Church and Lucy Street, Ashfield - Intersection improvement works - Design Plan 10198

(Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Strathfield Electorate/Ashfield LAC)

SUMMARY

Council has finalised design plans to improve safety at the intersection of Church Street and Lucy Street, Ashfield, by constructing new kerb blister islands at the Church Street intersection. The proposal is expected to facilitate safer vehicle turning movements by replacing the existing Give Way control with a Stop sign and extended STOP lines. A pram ramp facility will also be provided on the western side of the intersection, under protection of the kerb blister islands and line marking. The intention of the proposal is to slow traffic and improve sight distances for drivers using this intersection which will improve road safety for both pedestrians and motorists.

Funding for these works has been provided under the Australian Government Blackspot Program for the financial year of 2021/2022.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the detailed design plan to construct kerb blister islands, relocate STOP lines at Lucy Street, and kerb access ramps (with associated signs and markings) at the intersection of Church Street and Lucy Street, Ashfield, (as shown per attached plan 10198) be APPROVED.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 9 Albion Street and Young Street, Annandale - Proposed stormwater drainage upgrade (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning drainage improvement works at the intersection of Albion Street and Young Street, Annandale to better manage stormwater in the area by replacing and upgrading ageing stormwater infrastructure.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10157) for the proposed stormwater drainage upgrade at the intersection of Albion Street and Young Street, Annandale be approved.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10157) for the proposed stormwater drainage upgrade at the intersection of Albion Street and Young Street, Annandale be approved.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 10 Beattie Street, Balmain (at Darling Street) - Proposed raised pedestrian crossing (Baludarri -Balmain Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve pedestrian safety in Beattie Street, Balmain at Darling Street by upgrading the existing at-grade pedestrian crossing to a raised pedestrian (wombat) crossing. The proposed works aims to improve pedestrian safety and addresses concerns about pedestrian and driver behavior in the area.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the attached detail design plan (Design Plan No.10178) for the proposed installation of a new raised pedestrian crossing on Beattie Street, Balmain (at Darling Street) be approved.

DISCUSSION

The TfNSW representative requested that the proposed speed hump ahead sign be rescinded as it is not necessary for a pedestrian crossing. The Committee members agreed to this change.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the attached detail design plan (Design Plan No.10178) for the proposed installation of a new raised pedestrian crossing on Beattie Street, Balmain (at Darling Street) be approved, subject to the minor signage modifications supported by the Committee.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 11 Trafalgar Street and Collins Street, Annandale - Proposed raised pedestrian crossings (Gulgadya - Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Trafalgar Street & Collins Street, Annandale by upgrading the existing at-grade pedestrian crossings to a raised pedestrian (Wombat) crossing. The proposed works will improve pedestrian and motorist safety and addresses concerns about pedestrian and driver behaviour in the area.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10194) for the proposed installation of the two (2) new raised pedestrian crossings on Trafalgar Street and Collins Street, Annandale be approved.

DISCUSSION

Public speaker: Mr Peter Moller attended at 11.13am.

Mr Moller did not support the proposal due to the removal of unrestricted parking and the impacts it would have on visibility and safety. Mr Moller suggested retaining the existing pedestrian crossing or improving the signage.

(Mr Moller left at 11.19am)

The TfNSW representative did not support the proposed relocation of the Trafalgar Street crossing because a queuing vehicle travelling north could prevent a vehicle on Collins Street from seeing pedestrians waiting to cross. The representative preferred the raised crossing to be at its current location on Trafalgar Street and asked that Council consider how the crossing could tie in with the bike infrastructure.

The Committee members agreed to defer the item to consider the issues raised.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 12 Annandale Street, Annandale (at Piper Street) - Proposed raised pedestrian crossing (Gulgadya - Leichhardt Ward/ Balmain Electorate/ Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council is planning to improve pedestrian safety in Annandale Street, Annandale near Piper Street by upgrading the existing at-grade pedestrian crossing to a raised pedestrian crossing. The proposed works will improve pedestrian and motorist safety and addresses concerns about pedestrian and driver behaviour in the area.

Officer’s Recommendation

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10192) for the proposed installation of a new raised pedestrian crossing at Annandale Street at Piper Street, Annandale be approved.

DISCUSSION

The TfNSW representative requested that the speed hump ahead signage be removed from the proposal. The Committee members agreed to this change.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That the attached detailed design plan (Design Plan No.10192) for the proposed installation of a new raised pedestrian crossing at Annandale Street at Piper Street, Annandale be approved, subject to the minor signage modifications supported by the Committee.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 13 Leichhardt West Precinct Parking Study (Gulgadya-Leichhardt Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

This is a recommendation to endorse the findings of the Final Leichhardt West Precinct Parking Study report. Council has recently undertaken Public Exhibition of the draft Leichhardt West Precinct Parking Study through Yoursay Inner West. The draft report proposed several changes, including an expansion of the Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) as shown in Attachment 1.

The response results indicate that the community generally supported most of the proposed changes, with a majority support for the short-term proposal to expand the Resident Parking Scheme in the streets surrounding the Epicure Collection residential complex, however the majority did not support the extension of the Resident Parking Scheme into the Taverners Hill Precinct or the Leichhardt Marketplace Precinct.

After considering the Public Exhibition feedback, a review on the proposed scheme was undertaken with adjustments made to the proposed parking strategy. As the changes included both short term and long term strategies, this would require Council to implement the changes over a 5-10 year life cycle of the study.

Officer’s Recommendation

That:

1. The final Leichhardt West Precinct Parking Study be received and noted;

2. The Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) be expanded to include the streets surrounding the Epicure Residential complex in the area generally bounded by Foster Street, Regent Street, Elswick Street, Athol Street and Whiting Street with 2P 8am-6pm (Mon-Fri) Permit Holders Excepted Area L1 signposting.

3. ‘90 degree angled parking rear to kerb’ in Elswick Street North between William Street and Darley Road be approved subject to a final signposting plan being supported by Traffic Committee.

4. ‘90 degree angled parking rear to kerb’ in Edith Street between Marion Street and the southern boundary of No. 4 Edith Street be approved subject to a final signposting plan being supported by Traffic Committee.

5. Replace redundant, faded and damaged signs as identified in the signage audit.

6. Further detailed assessment be undertaken to review potential for angled parking in Elswick Street, Allen Street, Athol Street, Albert Street, Fenwick Street, Jarrett Street, Davies Street, Flood Street, Burfitt Street, Charles Street, Lords Road and Kegworth Road.

7. Further detailed parking and traffic assessment be undertaken in Myrtle Street between Ivory Street and Elswick Street, Leichhardt to provide safe condition for pedestrians.

8. Aim that the overall number of L1 resident parking permits in Leichhardt West Study Area not exceed the total L1 parking capacity within the Leichhardt West Study Area

9. Dedicate parking enforcement efforts to streets near and within 200 metres of Lambert Park to promote and enforce safe and legal parking behaviour

10. Should peak hour capacity increase on the Inner West Light Rail, monitor commuter parking at Taverners Hill, Marion and Hawthorne Light Rail Stations by undertaking parking surveys in surrounding residential streets.

11. Support be provided for the Parramatta Road Urban Transportation Strategy (PRCUTS) maximum parking rates in the future Inner West DCP.

DISCUSSION

Public speaker: Ms Angela White attended the meeting at 11.19am.

Ms White requested that the proposed RPS be extended to the intersection of Flood Street and William Street or the properties in that section be eligible to apply for permits under the proposed RPS. The request is based on concerns that residents living in the properties without off-street parking will be competing for unrestricted parking with residents of The Elswick apartment complex.

(Ms White left the meeting at 11.25am.)

Council Officers advised that consultation on an extended RPS had not been undertaken and further investigation can later be separately undertaken to determine if there was sufficient support for a minor extension.

Council Officers tabled comments from an Elswick Street resident who raised concerns that the study does not address issues related to parking overflow pressures south of Marion Street, abandoned unregistered vehicles, dangerous angled parking and pedestrian safety. Council Officers advised that if there are parking overflow issues after the RPS is implemented, extending the RPS can be investigated, issues regarding abandoned vehicles can be directed to Council’s regulatory section and pedestrian safety issues can be considered separate to the parking study.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That:

1. The final Leichhardt West Precinct Parking Study be received and noted;

3. ‘90 degree angled parking rear to kerb’ in Elswick Street North between William Street and Darley Road be approved subject to a final signposting plan being supported by Traffic Committee.

5. Replace redundant, faded and damaged signs as identified in the signage audit.

6. Further detailed assessment be undertaken to review potential for angled parking in Elswick Street, Allen Street, Athol Street, Albert Street, Fenwick Street, Jarrett Street, Davies Street, Flood Street, Burfitt Street, Charles Street, Lords Road and Kegworth Road.

7. Further detailed parking and traffic assessment be undertaken in Myrtle Street between Ivory Street and Elswick Street, Leichhardt to provide safe condition for pedestrians.

8. Aim that the overall number of L1 resident parking permits in Leichhardt West Study Area not exceed the total L1 parking capacity within the Leichhardt West Study Area

9. Dedicate parking enforcement efforts to streets near and within 200 metres of Lambert Park to promote and enforce safe and legal parking behaviour

10. Should peak hour capacity increase on the Inner West Light Rail, monitor commuter parking at Taverners Hill, Marion and Hawthorne Light Rail Stations by undertaking parking surveys in surrounding residential streets.

11. Support be provided for the Parramatta Road Urban Transportation Strategy (PRCUTS) maximum parking rates in the future Inner West DCP.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 14 Rozelle North Precinct Parking Study (Baludarri-Balmain Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

This is a recommendation to endorse the findings of the Final Rozelle North Precinct Parking Study report. Council has recently undertaken Public Exhibition of the draft Rozelle North Precinct Parking Study through Yoursay Inner West. The draft report proposed several changes, most notably an expansion of the existing R1and B1 Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) as shown in Attachment 1 to include additional streets within these zones.

The response results indicate that the community generally supported most of the proposed changes, with a majority support for the short-term proposal to expand the Resident Parking Scheme in the R1 and B1 Zones to generally encompass the study area. There were mixed opinions for the longer term proposal to introduce pricing on the second residential permit.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT:

1. The final Rozelle North Precinct Parking Study be received and noted;

2. The Resident Parking Scheme (RPS) be expanded to include the additional streets in the R1 Zone and B1 Zone as identified in Attachment 1 with ‘2P 8am-6pm (Mon-Fri) Permit Holders Excepted Area R1’ signposting in those streets not currently signposted with an RPS in the R1 Zone and ‘2P 8am-6pm (Mon-Fri) Permit Holders Excepted Area B1’ signposting in those streets not currently signposted with an RPS in the B1 Zone.

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

4. Replace redundant, faded and damaged signs as identified in the signage audit.

5. Aim that the overall number of R1 and B1 resident parking permits in Leichhardt West Study Area not exceed the total R1and B1 parking capacity within the Rozelle North Study Area

6. Further investigation be carried out regarding reform to visitor parking permits in the form of scratch and display one day permits and review of personal carer permits, trade permits and support worker permits

7. Convert 8 unrestricted parking spaces on the southern side of Robert Street immediately east of Mullens Street to ‘2P 6am-4pm Mon-Fri’.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT:

1. The final Rozelle North Precinct Parking Study be received and noted;

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

4. Replace redundant, faded and damaged signs as identified in the signage audit.

5. Aim that the overall number of R1 and B1 resident parking permits in Leichhardt West Study Area not exceed the total R1and B1 parking capacity within the Rozelle North Study Area

7. Convert 8 unrestricted parking spaces on the southern side of Robert Street immediately east of Mullens Street to ‘2P 6am-4pm Mon-Fri’.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 15 Traffic Committee schedule update 2022

SUMMARY

The proposed schedule of the Local Traffic Committee meetings has been updated for the 2022 calendar year. It is recommended that the proposed meeting schedule be received and noted.

Officer’s Recommendation

THAT the proposed updated schedule of meetings of the Local Traffic Committee for the 2022 calendar year be received and noted.

DISCUSSION

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

THAT the proposed updated schedule of meetings of the Local Traffic Committee for the 2022 calendar year be received and noted.

For motion: Unanimous

LTC0322(1) Item 16 Holbeach Avenue, Tempe – Temporary full road closures for MS Sydney to the Gong Bike Ride on Sunday 1 May 2022 – (Midjuburi - Marrickville Ward/Heffron Electorate/Inner West PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received an application under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 to use Holbeach Avenue and Tempe Recreation Reserve to hold the annual 'MS Sydney to the Gong Bike Ride' supported by Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Australia on Sunday 1 May 2022. This event will necessitate the temporary full road closure of Holbeach Avenue, Tempe and southbound lane closures on Princes Highway from the car park entrance of IKEA to Cooks River along with closures (Residents Excepted) of South Street, Hart Street, Bay Street and Old Street, Tempe between the hours 0400 to 1000 hours on Sunday 1 May 2022.

It is recommended that the comments of the Local Traffic Committee be referred to Council’s Development Assessment Section for consideration in determining the Development Application.

Officer’s 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

LTC0322(1) Item 17 Johnston Street, Annandale - Proposed kerb blisters (Gulgadya- Leichhardt Ward/Balmain Electorate/Leichhardt PAC)

SUMMARY

Council has received concerns from the Annandale North Public School P&C regarding the safety of school children and parents at the signalised pedestrian crossing located on Johnston Street, north of Piper Street, Annandale. Johnston Street is a state road under the jurisdiction of TfNSW and this report outlines a proposal for kerb extensions that will be submitted for TfNSW consideration.

Officer’s Recommendation

That:

1. This report be received and noted and the proposed concept deign for two (2) kerb extensions at Johnston Street, Annandale (Option 1) be submitted for consideration by Transport for NSW;

2. Council continue advocating for pedestrian safety at this location with Transport for NSW, and request that they undertake further assessment, design and construction.

DISCUSSION

The TfNSW representative advised that they will be submitting the proposal for kerb extensions for State funding and will keep Council updated on the progress of this.

The Committee members agreed with the Officer’s recommendation.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

That:

1. This report be received and noted and the proposed concept deign for two (2)

kerb extensions at Johnston Street, Annandale (Option 1) be submitted for consideration by Transport for NSW;

2. Council continue advocating for pedestrian safety at this location with Transport for NSW, and request that they undertake further assessment, design and construction.

For motion: Unanimous

General Business

LTC0322 Item 18 Fatality at Frederick Street, Ashfield crossing

Committee members discussed the pedestrian fatality at the Frederick Street pedestrian crossing at John Street, Ashfield. Short-term measures to mitigate safety issues were proposed including increasing the size of signage at the crossing, remarking the crossing, extending the kerb blisters and reducing the speed limit. Long-term measures for consideration is a signalised pedestrian crossing.

The representative for the Member for Strathfield stated that a petition to improve safety at the Frederick Street crossing has been signed by 1,000 residents. The representative commented that the office campaigned for the crossing to be signalised six years ago and was concerned that signals have not been installed.

The representative for the Member for Summer Hill requested that the speed limit be reduced to 40km/h and a 3-tonne limit be implemented in Frederick Street.

TfNSW is waiting on the official crash report from the Centre for Road Safety that will guide them on the next steps. In the meantime, the TfNSW representative and Council Officers will meet on site to investigate options. It was proposed that a report on the incident will be tabled at the next available Traffic Committee meeting.

LTC0322 Item 19 Ongoing driveway obstruction in Alice Lane, Newtown

The representative for the Member for Newtown stated that there have been ongoing issues with a vehicle that regularly parks across the Alice Lane driveway of 10A Alice Street, Newtown. The owners corporation of the property have reported the vehicle to police. Council Officers will raise the issue with the Inner West PAC and provide an update to the representative.

LTC0322 Item 20 30km/h speed zone trials

The representative for the Member for Balmain asked if there were any outcomes on the trial of 30km/h speed zones in Manly and Liverpool. The TfNSW representative will seek information on this and report back to the Committee.

LTC0322 Item 21 Safety at the intersection of Waratah Street and City West Link Haberfield

The representative for the Member for Balmain raised concerns with right turning vehicles from Waratah Street hitting the fence at the two-stage crossing on City West Link and with the impact the G-loop has on cyclists coming out of Waratah Street. The TfNSW representative advised that a proposal to replace the pedestrian crossing with a pedestrian bridge is being investigated. It was noted that pedestrian and cyclist safety at this intersection was considered at the February 2022 Council meeting. Council Officers were asked to present a report on the issues to the Committee and Council for consideration.

LTC0322 Item 22 Speed limits in Summer Hill

The IWBC representative commented on the different speed limits in Carlton Crescent, Longport Street and Railway Terrace and asked whether speed limits could be normalised in those streets. Council Officers advised that Council’s Strategic Transport Planning team are working on the “InnerWest@40” project which will consider speed limits on local, regional and state roads with the view to provide recommendations to Transport for NSW on appropriate speed limits across the LGA.

LTC0322 Item 23 Warren Road, Marrickville one-way proposal update

The representative for the Member for Summer Hill asked for an update on the proposed one-way in Warren Road, Marrickville. Council Officers advised that they are awaiting final approvals on the traffic signals from TfNSW and contractors have been engaged for construction.

LTC0322 Item 24 Road safety around schools

The representative for the Member for Summer Hill stated that Haberfield Public School P & C conducted an operation to encourage parents to obey road rules and parking regulations, and Council Rangers were involved with monitoring and issuing fines to motorists who were parking illegally. The representative asked if similar operations could be rolled out to schools across the LGA. Council Officers advised that Council runs a behavioural and enforcement program that targets illegal parking around schools. Council Officers will circulate information on the program to Committee members.

Meeting closed at 12.35pm.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

19 April 2022

Item No: LTC0422(1) Item 2

Subject: Victoria Street, Seaiew Street and Prospect Road, Summer Hill-External roadwork facilties- Development extension to Trinity Grammar School (Application SSD-10371)
(Djarrawunang-Ashfield Ward/Summer Hill Electorate/Ashfield
PAC)

Prepared By: Boris Muha - Engineer – Traffic and Parking Services

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

SUMMARY

The Independent Planning Commission for the NSW Government Department of Planning, Industry and Environment, has approved a development expansion of the Trinity Grammar School, Summer Hill to cater for gradual increase of student numbers from 1500 to 2100 and staff from 277 to 321.

This report deals with the development proposal to provide new or up-graded surrounding external road traffic facilities to improve traffic and pedestrian safety in the area.

RECOMMENDATION

That:

APPROVAL be granted for the following proposed external road traffic facilities in association with the extended development of the Trinity Grammar School, Summer Hill, to improve traffic and pedestrian safety around the school:

a. Raise the existing (at road level) crossing in Prospect Road outside the Trinity Grammar School with associated signs and line marking as shown per plan CI-EW-400-011 in ATTACHMENT 1 subject to removal of the hump warning signage;

b. Replace the existing narrow central median with a wide pedestrian refuge at the intersection of Prospect Road and Old Canterbury Road with associated physical corner adjustments and signs and line marking as shown per plan CI-EW-400-001 in ATTACHMENT 2;

c. Replace (upgrade) the existing pedestrian refuge in Victoria Street, just north of Harland Street to a combined pedestrian and bicycle crossing with associated signs and line marking as shown per plan CI-EW-400-021 in ATTACHMENT 6 subject to removal of the hump warning signage; and

d. Provide ‘No Stopping’ across the new driveway to the school maintenance building in Seaview Street as shown per plan CI-EW-400-041 in ATTACHMENT 9.

BACKGROUND

Trinity Grammar School, Summer Hill is bounded by Victoria Street to the west, Seaview Street to the north, Prospect Road to the east and Yeo Park/Old Canterbury Road to the south (see locality diagram below).

Victoria Street, Seaview Street and Prospect Road are local roads. Victoria Street measures approximately 12.8m in width kerb to kerb, Seaview Street (between Victoria Street and Prospect Road approximately 8.2m kerb to kerb, and Prospect Road approximately 10.2 m in width kerb to kerb. The three (3) local roads carry volumes in the range of 2,000-4,000 vehicles per day with higher volumes pertaining towards Prospect Road. All 3 local roads allow parking to both sides of the street and are regulated under a 50 kph speed limit. Old Canterbury Road is classified as a State Road with volumes over 20,000 vehicles per day.

It is further noted under development that (2) existing underground carparks below the school grounds will be connected and re-configurated to increase parking and improve the internal layout for dropping off and picking up students within the site. Two (2) driveways off Victoria Street serving the carparks will be better utilised and controlled in distributing traffic movement north and south in Victoria Street via an Operational Traffic Management Plan under condition of development consent.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

None

OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

Apart from the building development of the school, and in reference to the locality diagram, external road work traffic facilities are proposed at locations 1 to 3 under condition of Development Consent. Location 1 proposes the raising of an existing marked (zebra) foot-crossing, Location 2 proposes a central median wide pedestrian refuge, and location 3 is a combined raised marked foot and bicycle crossing. Location 4 deals with proposed ‘No Stopping’ across a new driveway servicing a new or extended school maintenance building to be constructed from Seaview Street. The devices at location 2 and 3 are designed to provide a link with an on-road/off-road bicycle path via Harland Street -Yeo Park- Prospect Road as identified in the Inner West Council Cycling Map and Guide.

The following is in further explanation to the devices with referral made to various attached plans and swept paths. The treatments were designed by the developer’s traffic consultants in discussion with Council’s traffic engineering staff. The design plans were subjected to a Road Safety Audit (RSA) and the consultant has incorporated the RSA feedback into the designs to mitigate against potential risks or hazards.

Location 1- Prospect Road, outside/near entrance to Trinity Grammar School.

(SEE PLAN CI-EW-400-011 in ATTACHMENT 1)

· The existing road level crossing at this location will be raised, with line marking and associated ‘No Stopping’ adjusted to conform to current TfNSW guidelines.

· The Bus Stop on the departure side of the crossing will be moved slightly forward to provide adequate sight view clearance from the rear of the bus to the crossing.

· One car space will need to be removed to the Trinity Grammar side to allow at least 20 metres of ‘No Stopping’ to the approach of the crossing in adherence to current TfNSW guidelines.

· Upgraded floodlighting will be provided to the new raised crossing.

· It is noted that the hump warning signs are not required for a raised pedestrian crossing and are recommended to be removed from the provided plan.

Location 2- Intersection of Prospect Road and Old Canterbury Road.

(SEE PLAN CI-EW-400-001 in ATTACHMENT 2 and car and bus swept path movements ATTACHMENT 3, 4 and 5)

· A wide pedestrian refuge will be constructed in lieu of a current narrow central median in Prospect Road at the intersection with Old Canterbury Road. The opening will be widened to 2.5m to accommodate the holding of both pedestrians and cyclists.

· The corners will be shaved or cut back to allow designated left and right turn out from Prospect Road. School buses will be able to turn left and right into Prospect Road from Old Canterbury. Route 406 buses will also be able to turn left into Prospect Road from Old Canterbury Road, and right out into Old Canterbury Road from Prospect Road.

· Vehicle parking is maintained at least 20 metres back in approach to the refuge as required under TFNSW guidelines.

· No loss of parking is associated with this treatment.

Location 3- Combined raised pedestrian and bicycle crossing in Victoria Street, north of Harland Street.

(SEE PLAN CI-EW-400-021 in ATTACHMENT 6 and car, garbage and Bus swept paths movements ATTACHMENT 7 and 8)

· The proposed treatment will replace a current pedestrian refuge to improve sight lines from the southern carpark driveway with south bound traffic movement centrally aligned on the roadway. The current pedestrian refuge is off set and southbound traffic is required to veer to the left and close to the eastern kerb side of Victoria Street. Sight view of pedestrians and cyclists would be improved with vehicles turning left from the carpark driveway and around a substation located on the southern corner of the driveway with the proposed treatment.

· Give-way to bicyclist signage will be placed in line with pedestrian crossing leg signs to designate priority for bicyclists with pedestrians in crossing the road.

· Traffic counts taken in April 2021 during school morning (7.30am-8.30am) and afternoon (3.15pm-4.15pm) peak periods identified hourly pedestrian (P) counts of 40 and 34 and volume (V) counts of 503 and 515 respectively. The location satisfies reduced warrant for a crossing with pedestrians being predominately school children, i.e. (P) requires to be equal or over 30 and (V) is equal or over 200 in any two hourly periods of the day.

· No kerb island is placed to the departure southbound side of the crossing, with the likelihood of school buses/garbage trucks needing to veer towards the eastern kerb side of Victoria Street to right turn into Harland Street. See bus and garbage truck swept path movements Attachments 6 and 7.

· Bicycle signs and line making are identified with this treatment to guide cyclists to use the footpath to cross over from Harland Street onto Yeo Park and visa-versa.

· Any parking in the area is well clear of the crossing. No loss of parking is associated with this treatment.

· Floodlighting will be provided to the new crossing.

· It should also be noted that vehicles will only turn left out and left in from the southern driveway and not turn right in to avoid confliction and queuing of vehicles back over the crossing and Harland Street. Vehicles do not currently turn right out, however under the DA, service vehicles shall only be permitted to turn right out outside of the peak times.

· It is noted that the hump warning signs are not required for a raised pedestrian crossing and are recommended to be removed from the provided plan.

Location 4- Proposed ‘No Stopping’ across new driveway to Maintenance building off Seaview Street.

(SEE PLAN CI-EW-400-041 in ATTACHMENT 9)

· ‘No Stopping’ is proposed across a new widened maintenance building driveway from Seaview Street to control parking either side of the driveway and ensure that proper adequate service vehicle access and unobstructed sight view is provided from the driveway.

· Resident properties along the southern side of Seaview Street are owned by the school, and all properties (No’s 46-52) except the corner property (No.54) to Victoria Street, will be demolished to construct the new building.

· All driveways servicing the above demolished properties will be removed to provide for on-street parking.

· (1) new parking space will be provided under this treatment.

GENERAL NOTE: Signposting and line marking to direct bicyclists to use the footpath to cross over Victoria Street from Harland Street and Yeo Park and visa-versa is only applied to the crossing in location 3. Formalising the continuation of the bicycle path to Prospect Road falls outside of the scope of these development works and is not identified under condition of development consent. Council will pursue separately to look at formalising this connection via signs and line marking in accordance with the NSW Bicycle Guidelines.

CONSULTATION

The developer’s traffic consultant (Street Level Strategies) was guided and directed by Council’s Traffic Engineering staff to consult with the affected residents in the vicinity of the proposed treatments -See consultation map areas ATTACHMENT 10.

A community consultation report has been provided as shown in ATTACHMENT 11. The report shows samples of (2) consultation letters, one identifying the proposed traffic facilities at locations 1 to 3 which was issued to the Prospect Road and Victoria Street residents, and a separate letter being issued to the Seaview Street and Victoria Street corner residents on the proposed installation of ‘No Stopping’ across the driveway in Seaview Street- Location 4.

23 letters were distributed to occupants and owners (20) properties in Prospect Road and Victoria Street, and 12 letters (7 properties) in Seaview/Victoria Streets. Only (2) responses were received raising concern or questioning the need of the proposed devices in location 1 to 3. No response was received to the proposed ‘No Stopping’ across the driveway in Seaview Street- Location 4.

The concerns/queries are summarised below:

Ø The proposed intersection treatment at Prospect Road and Old Canterbury being wide enough to accommodate two vehicles side by side exiting out of Prospect Road.

Ø Query on Bus turning movements being difficult at the intersection of Old Canterbury Road and Prospect Road.

Ø Noise impact with the raised crossing in Prospect Road.

Ø Query on the need to upgrade the pedestrian refuge to a crossing in Victoria Street as the refuge provides a traffic calming effect.

Ø Query as to why a crossing cycle facility being provided in Victoria Street

Ø Proposed works not addressing concerns to vehicle access to and from the car park.

Ø Quantity of signage being proposed.

These comments are tabled in the report (ATTACHMENT 11) and have been appropriately addressed under the ‘Consultant response’.

The consultant did not identify in the consultation letter to upgrade floodlighting to the crossing in Prospect Road and will further liaise with the few residents adjacent to the crossing in the need to floodlight the crossing prior to any works being undertaken.

CONCLUSION

In view of the above, it is recommended that approval be granted for the proposed external road traffic facilities in association with the extended development of the Trinity Grammar School, Summer Hill, to improve traffic and pedestrian safety around the school.

ATTACHMENTS

1.⇩	Plan CI-EW-400-011-Proposed raised pedestrain crossing in Prospect Road.
2.⇩	Plan CI-EW-400-001-Proposed wide pedestrain refuge at the intresection of Prospect Road and Old Canterbury Road.
3.⇩	Car swept path movements (out of Prospect Road only) at the intersection of Propect Road and Old Canterbury Road.
4.⇩	Car swept path movements (in and out of Prospect Road) at the interesection of Prospect Road and Old Canterbury Road.
5.⇩	Bus swept path movements at intersection of Prospect Road and Old Canterbury Road.
6.⇩	Plan CI-EW-400-021- Proposed combined pedestrain and bicycle crossing in Victoria Street, just north of Harland Street.
7.⇩	Car and Garbage truck swept path movements in Victoria Street, just north of Harland Street.
8.⇩	Bus swept path movement in Victoria Street, just north of Harland Street.
9.⇩	Plan CI-EW-400-041-Proposed 'No Stopping' across the new maintenance building driveway in Seaview Street.
10.⇩	Consultation letter area distribution areas.
11.⇩	Community consultation report.

Local Traffic Committee Meeting

19 April 2022

Item No: LTC0422(1) Item 3

Subject: Sydney Steet Party - Lackey Street/Smith Street, Summer Hill and Norton Street, Leichhardt (Djarrawunang - Ashfield and Gulgadya -Leichhardt Wards/Summer Hill and Balmain Electorates/Burwood and Leichhardt PACs)

Prepared By: Vinoth Srinivasan - Engineer - Traffic and Parking Services

Authorised By: Manod Wickramasinghe - Traffic and Transport Planning Manager

SUMMARY

The proposed events, Sydney Street Parties – Summer Hill and Leichhardt, are street parties’ that form part of The Sydney Street Party Series that will deliver on the NSW Government’s commitment to CBDs revitalisation as outlined in the COVID 19 Economic Recovery Strategy.

To facilitate the Sydney Street Party – Summer Hill, it is proposed to undertake a full road closure of Lackey Street (between Carlton Crescent and Smith Street) and Smith Street (Hardie Avenue and Nowranie Street), Summer Hill from 8.00am to 10.00pm on Saturday, 11 June 2022.

To facilitate the Sydney Street Party – Leichhardt, it is proposed to implement a full road closure of Norton Street, between Allen Street and Marion Street, Leichhardt from 8.00am to 10.00pm on Sunday, 12 June 2022.

RECOMMENDATION

That:

1. The proposed temporary road closure of Lackey Street (between Carlton Crescent and Smith Street) and Smith Street (between Hardie Avenue and Nowranie Street), from 8.00am and 10.00pm on Saturday, 11 June 2022 for the Sydney Street Party –Summer Hill be supported, subject to the event organiser seeking consent from TfNSW and Transit Systems;

2. The proposed temporary road closure of Norton Street, Leichhardt (between Allen Street and Marion Street) from 8.00am to 10.00pm on Sunday 12 June 2022 Sydney Street Party – Leichhardt be supported, subject to the event organiser seeking consent from TfNSW and Transit Systems;

3. 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 event organiser, of the proposed temporary road closures at least 2 weeks in advance of the closure with the applicant making reasonable provision for stakeholders;

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

5. A 4 metre wide emergency service access must be maintained through the closed road areas during the course of the event;

6. The revised TMP’s and TGS’s for both events be adhered to.

BACKGROUND & OTHER STAFF COMMENTS

A request for approval to conduct two Sydney Street Parties on Saturday, 11 June 2022 and Sunday, 12 June 2022 between 8:00am and 10:00pm has been received from the organiser of the event, Investment NSW.

In accordance with the RMS “Guide to Traffic and Transport Management for Special Events V3.4 August 2006”, and based on information supplied by the organiser, the event is classified as a Special Event Class 2.

The organiser has submitted revised Traffic Management Plan (TMP) and Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS) to Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) for consideration and approval for both Sydney Street Parties (Attachment 1, 2, 3 and 4).

Sydney Street Party – Summer Hill

This event involves the temporary full closure of Lackey Street and Smith Street (between Hardie Street and Nowranie Street). These street closure arrangements as shown in the TGS have similarly been approved in the past for special (food festival) events.

Traffic can detour via the surrounding streets, and access to/from the Summer Hill carpark is only maintained from Smith Street. No bus services operate in the area.

As it has been the case in prior closures or as considered under this closure, the following is required and has been included under the revised TMP:

· 3 restricted time parking spaces on the western side of Hardie Avenue, just north of Smith Street, be made unavailable, to assist in 2-way traffic to and from the carpark only from Smith Street. This shall be included in the notification to the residents and businesses in communication of the event.

· Parking in Morris Street (both sides) between Smith Street and 1A Morris Street [first driveway south of Smith Street] be made unavailable to allow turnaround at the point of closure of Smith Street and Morris Street.

· An additional traffic controller is to be positioned at the intersection of Smith Street and Moonbie Street to assist and direct traffic away if the car park is full.

· Appropriate VMS boards and advisory signage be placed at appropriate locations prior to the event to forewarn motorists of the upcoming event, and particularly advise of the carpark entry only from Smith Street.

Special Event Clearways will apply on Saturday 11th June 2022 from 8.00am to 8.00pm at:

· Lackey Street (both sides) between Carlton Crescent and Smith Street

· Smith Street between Hardie Avenue and Nowranie Street

· 3 x spaces on Hardie Avenue (western side), north of Smith Street

· Morris Street (both sides) between Smith Street and 1A Morris Street [first driveway south of Smith Street]

· A small section of the Hardie Avenue car park (eastern side, parallel with Lackey Street) – approx. 10 parking spaces Special event clearways will be implemented to occupy these spaces for this event.

Special event clearway signage will be installed by the Transport for NSW (TfNSW) for this event 14 days prior. A tow truck will be provided on event day and managed by TfNSW.

Sydney Street Party – Leichhardt

This event involves the temporary full closure of Norton Street between Allen Street and Marion Street, and managed access for local traffic and residents on the following sections of road:

· Norton Street between Allen Street and Macauley Street

· Macauley Street between Cromwell Street and Norton Street

· Carlisle Street between Cromwell Street and Norton Street

· Short Street between Norton Street and Balmain Road

· Marlborough Street between Cromwell Street and Norton Street

· Wetherill Street between Norton Street and Balmain Road

Lou Street between Marlborough Street and Allen Street will become one-way northbound only.

Special event clearways will be implemented on both sides of Norton Street between Macauley Street and Marion Street for this event. Special event clearway signage will be installed by the TfNSW for this event 14 days prior. A tow truck will be provided on event day and managed by TfNSW.

For the duration of the road closures, it is recommended that bus services be diverted down Allen Street, Flood Street and Marion Street, similar to other Norton Street events in previous years.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

The proposed temporary full road closures are currently advertised on Council’s website for a period of 28 days in accordance with the Roads Act 1993.

The event organiser is to notify all affected businesses, residents and other occupants of the road closures, activities, parking changes and changes to public transport arrangements. The notification will be distributed at least two weeks prior to the commencement of the event.

ATTACHMENTS

1.⇩	Sydney Street Party - Summer Hill 2022 TMP
2.⇩	Sydney Street Party - Summer Hill 2022 - TGS
3.⇩	Sydney Street Party - Leichhardt 2022 - TMP
4.⇩	Sydney Street Party - Leichhardt 2022 - TGS

1.⇩	Linemarking and Signage Plan - Parsons Street
2.⇩	Linemarking and Signage Plan (Robert & Mullens Street)