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) |
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NON VOTING MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE |
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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 |
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VISITORS |
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Peter Erling |
Item 4 – Resident |
Peter Moller |
Item 11 – Resident |
Angela White |
Item 13 – Resident |
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APOLOGIES: |
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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 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
(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 |
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
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
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 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.
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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.
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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.
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Meeting closed at 12.35pm.