Local Traffic Committee Meeting

Minutes 21 March 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;

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, 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:

 

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'.

 

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

 

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.

 

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

 

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, subject to the minor signage modifications supported by the Committee.

 

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

 

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, subject to the minor signage modifications supported by the Committee.

 

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

 

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.   

 

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

 

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.

 

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

 

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 deferred to consider the issues raised.

 

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;

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.

 

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.

 

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 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;

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’.

 

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.