NOTICE OF Council MEETING
PUBLIC SUPPLEMENTARY
AGENDA - B
An Ordinary Meeting of City of Parramatta Council will be held in St Patrick’s Cathedral Parramatta Cloister Function Room on Monday, 8 August 2022 at 6:30pm.
Brett Newman
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Council 8 August 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM SUBJECT PAGE NO
8 Minutes of the Lord Mayor
8.1 Condolence Motion: Val Squires........ 3
8.2 Condolence Motion: Ian Hawthorn...... 5
8.3 Indian Independence Day.................. 7
8.4 Local Government NSW Awards 2022 9
8.5 SBS Relocation................................ 11
8.6 Launch of C3 West partnership project Being Together: Parramatta Yearbook 13
9 Public Forum
9.1 PUBLIC FORUM 1: Item 13.9 - Draft Late Night Trading Development Control Plan..................................... 15
After the conclusion of the Council Meeting, and if time permits, Councillors will be provided an opportunity to ask questions of staff.
Council 8 August 2022 Item 8.1
ITEM NUMBER 8.1
SUBJECT Condolence Motion: Val Squires
REFERENCE F2022/00105 - D08640190
REPORT OF Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
CSP THEME: FAIR
workshop/briefing date: Nil
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this Lord Mayoral Minute is to recognise the passing of Mrs Val Squires and show our respects for her contributions to the Parramatta community.
Recommendation:
(a) That Council acknowledge the passing of Val Squires, longtime local arts and community advocate and Honorary Life Member of the Riverside Theatres; and
(b) Further, that the Chamber hold a minute’s silence as a gesture of respect on Mrs Squires passing and in recognition of her contributions to the Parramatta community.
BACKGROUND
1. Mrs Val Squires, longtime local arts advocate and Honorary Life Member of the Riverside Theatres, passed away peacefully on 24 July 2022 at the age of 93. Val was the loving mother of Gary (deceased), Pamela, Janice and Laura (deceased), devoted nanna of Alan, Neil, Emma, Leah and Cristy and Great grandmother of Caleb, Cali and Zane.
2. Val was a driving force behind the establishment of the Riverside Theatres and was present at its opening night 34 years ago. As a founding member of the Friends of the Riverside Theatres, Val’s infectious enthusiasm for local arts and culture has left a strong legacy for our City. Val was one of the longest serving members of Council’s Arts Advisory Committee, devoting significant time and energy to inform Council’s vision for a city that fosters and supports the arts.
3. Val was also dedicated to community service, volunteering and making a difference for local people. Val was passionate about providing opportunities for everyone to participate in the arts equally and was a driving force in establishing workshops for people with a disability to directly participate in the performing arts. She served for many years on the Management Committee of the Parramatta Community Services and Information Centre, as well as on the Board of Directors of Dundas Lions Club.
4. Val was a beloved member of the City of Parramatta Art Society, contributing as a talented artist in her own right and volunteering her time to set up art workshops for people with disabilities.
5. Renowned for her great character, vibrant personality and wicked sense of humour, Val will be sorely missed by the Art Society and broader community for her dedication to promoting and supporting the arts in Parramatta. A celebration of Val’s life was held on Friday 5th August at the Riverside Theatre, organised by her daughter Pamela Horsnell.
6. Council offers its condolences to Val Squire’s family and friends and will hold a minutes silence in the Chamber as a gesture of respect.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATION FOR COUNCIL
7. There are no new financial implications for Council as a result of this Lord Mayoral Minute.
Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
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Council 8 August 2022 Item 8.2
ITEM NUMBER 8.2
SUBJECT Condolence Motion: Ian Hawthorn
REFERENCE F2022/00105 - D08640226
REPORT OF Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
CSP THEME: FAIR
workshop/briefing date: Nil
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this Lord Mayoral Minute is to recognise the passing of Ian Hawthorn, and show our respect for his commitment to the local community including through his service on the Lancers Memorial Museum committee.
Recommendation:
(a) That Council acknowledge the passing of Ian Hawthorn, offering our condolences to his family, friends and the NSW Lancers Memorial Museum.
(b) That Council write to the NSW Lancers Memorial Museum offering our sincere condolences on Ian Hawthorn’s passing; and
(c) Further, that a minute’s silence be observed by the Chamber as a gesture of respect on his passing and in recognition of his dedication and contributions to the community.
BACKGROUND
1. Ian Hawthorn, long-time Vice President of the NSW Lancers Memorial Museum, passed away on 21 July 2022 at the age of 76 years. He will be sorely missed by his wife Sarah, three adult daughters and grandchildren.
2. Mr Hawthorn was born and educated in England, gaining a British Army Cadetship whilst studying at Cambridge University. Ian served in the British army until 1973 and was promoted to Captain after completing oversees postings to Europe and North Africa.
3. After migrating to Australia, Ian worked for CSR as a personnel officer and soon joined the Army Reserve. Ian was allocated to the 1st/15th Royal NSW Lancers, and very quickly posted to a term as squadron commander.
4. In 1977, Ian returned to his civil career, working in Human Resources Management with a series of large corporations during periods of fast paced major change. He set up his own consulting company specialising in organisational and management development, team building and leadership.
5. After retiring in 2010, he was elected to the NSW Lancers Memorial Museum where he devoted his time and energy as Vice-President for over more than a decade. Ian’s dedication to voluntary service saw him willing to turn his hand to everything. He proved to be a great researcher, organiser and had the capability and tenacity to raise funds. Ian was well known and admired for his meticulous approach to grants management and was highly adept at uncovering new funding sources. The current Lancers Museum in Parramatta has benefited hugely from his legacy and commitment.
6. Ian’s passion for military history and heritage will have a long legacy for the City of Parramatta. His deep knowledge about the Second Anglo-Boer War and the Lancers’ participation is a highlight of the Museum’s collection. Ian unearthed significant items like Patterson’s poems, and the Elands River Flag which are key items in the Museum’s collection. The Museum has been professionally assessed as the finest of its kind in Australia - its entire collection was listed on the State Heritage Register in 2010.
7. Ian’s dedication to inspiring a love for military history and educating the wider community culminated in his work to restore the WW2 Matilda Tank ACE, which now stands in a prominent display at the Museum as a symbol of his endeavor for many years to come.
8. In 2020, Ian received the City of Parramatta’s Australia Day Award for his contribution to the Museum, dedication to community service and work in heritage management.
9. Council offers its condolences to Ian Hawthorn’s family and friends and holds a minute’s silence in the Chamber as a gesture of respect and in recognition of his significant contributions to the local community.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATION FOR COUNCIL
10. There are no new financial implications for Council as result of this Lord Mayoral Minute.
Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
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Council 8 August 2022 Item 8.3
ITEM NUMBER 8.3
SUBJECT Indian Independence Day
REFERENCE F2022/00105 - D08640239
REPORT OF Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
CSP THEME: THRIVING
workshop/briefing date: Nil
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this Lord Mayoral Minute is to acknowledge the 75th anniversary of Indian Independence Day and the significance of this milestone to India and to the Indian community of the City of Parramatta.
Recommendation:
(a) That Council acknowledge and celebrate Indian Independence Day on 15 August;
(b) That Council note this milestone will be celebrated at an Indian Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony at Jubilee Park; and
(c) Further, that Council acknowledge the significant contribution our Indian community makes to our city’s social, cultural and economic vibrancy and success.
BACKGROUND
1. Indian Independence Day is celebrated on 15 August each year.
2. India-Australia ties predate Indian independence. As early as 1788, the trade of NSW was administered from Kolkata port. India and Australia have a natural partnership based on many shared values.
3. Our city is home to one of the largest populations of people of Indian descent in NSW, making the 75th Anniversary of Indian Independence an important day for our community.
4. According to 2021 Census data for the City of Parramatta, India ranks as the highest country of birth other than Australia. At the time of the 2021 census, 29,100 people identified India as their country of birth.
5. On 15 August Council will be holding an Indian Flag Raising Ceremony at Jubilee Park. The Consul General of India in Sydney, Manish Gupta, will jointly raise the Indian flag with the Lord Mayor. The event will also feature an Australian Flag raising and cultural performances. The event will be open to the public and attendance from the whole community is encouraged.
6. The ceremony will provide our Australian-Indian community the opportunity to connect with their homeland and embrace the traditions and values of their Indian heritage.
7. I encourage everyone to come along and celebrate the rich heritage, culture and warmth of our dynamic Indian communities.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATION FOR COUNCIL
8. There are no new financial implications for Council as a result of this Lord Mayoral Minute.
Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
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Council 8 August 2022 Item 8.4
ITEM NUMBER 8.4
SUBJECT Local Government NSW Awards 2022
REFERENCE F2022/00105 - D08640257
REPORT OF Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
CSP THEME: INNOVATIVE
workshop/briefing date: Nil
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this Lord Mayoral Minute is to celebrate Parramatta Lanes’ recognition in the 2022 Local Government Week Awards.
Recommendation:
(a) That Council note the Parramatta Lanes festival received a RH Dougherty Award for Innovation in Special Events Division C at the 2022 Local Government Week Awards;
(b) That Council congratulate the Events & Festivals Team on this Commendation and for their commitment to delivering a dynamic schedule of events; and
(c) Further, that funding be provided to City of Parramatta staff who designed and delivered the Parramatta Lanes festival for a catered staff function to celebrate this significant achievement.
BACKGROUND
1. On 4 August 2022, the winners of the Local Government Week Awards were announced. Presented annually by Local Government NSW, the awards
publicly recognise the efforts of councils in forging relationships of excellence with their communities.
2. City of Parramatta’s 2021 Parramatta Lanes event was awarded the RH Dougherty Award for Innovation in Special Events, recognising its creative approach to adapting the event post lockdown. The project was selected ahead of nine other nominations from councils across Sydney.
3. Council’s Planning Team are also to be congratulated for being nominated for the Planning Cultural Change Innovation/Excellence Award.
4. Parramatta Lanes is one of NSW’s most popular festivals, connecting communities with a celebration of food, music and art. Last year’s event welcomed people back to the city with live music and comedy shows at local bars and restaurants, as well as a ‘COVID-friendly’ interactive augmented reality art trail that led visitors on a unique journey through the CBD streets and showcased the creative work of some of Australia’s top emerging artists.
5. The City of Parramatta continually strives for excellence in our events, and we’re honoured to be recognised at this year’s Local Government Awards. Congratulations to all staff involved in the design and delivery of Parramatta Lanes.
6. This Lord Mayor Minute acknowledges the achievement and efforts of our Events & Festivals Team and proposes that funding be provided to the team for the purpose of a small celebratory function to celebrate this achievement.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATION FOR COUNCIL
7. There are no new financial implications for Council as a result of this Lord Mayoral Minute, with the proposed staff celebratory function to be funded from the existing 2022/23 Lord Mayor Support – Catering budget, to a cost of $750.
Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
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Council 8 August 2022 Item 8.5
ITEM NUMBER 8.5
SUBJECT SBS Relocation
REFERENCE F2022/00105 - D08640274
REPORT OF Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
CSP THEME: THRIVING
workshop/briefing date: Nil
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this Lord Mayoral Minute is to advocate for the Federal Government to relocate the headquarters of the Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) to Parramatta.
Recommendation:
(a) That Council note the Federal Government is conducting a feasibility study into the relocation of SBS headquarters to western Sydney to support local jobs and cultural infrastructure.
(b) Further, that the Lord Mayor write to the Federal Minister for Communications, the Hon. Michelle Rowland MP; Federal Minister for the Arts, the Hon. Tony Burke MP; Federal Member for Parramatta, the Hon. Andrew Charlton MP; and Secretary of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communication and the Arts, Jim Betts:
i. noting Parramatta’s position as a growing city at the geographical heart of Sydney, with significant cultural and linguistic diversity;
ii. advocating for the relocation of SBS headquarters to Parramatta; and
iii. requesting further information on the feasibility study, including details of any submissions process and timelines.
BACKGROUND
1. The SBS is Australia's multicultural and multilingual national broadcaster. It provides broadcast and digital media services to inform, educate and entertain all Australians while reflecting Australia's multicultural society.
2. The Federal Government has commissioned a feasibility study into whether the SBS should move its headquarters to western Sydney. The SBS has been based in Artarmon for thirty years.
3. There is currently limited publicly available information about the feasibility study, including whether there will be a process for making submissions. In a pre-election commitment to a feasibility study, the Government stated that the study would assess the costs and benefits of a potential relocation, alongside the provision of a multi-purpose space for public use. It also estimated that building new SBS headquarters in western Sydney would create almost 400 construction jobs and generate $85 million for the Sydney economy.
4. This Lord Mayoral Minute seeks Council support for the Lord Mayor to write to the Federal Minister for Communications, the Hon. Michelle Rowland MP, to advocate for the relocation of the SBS to Parramatta, as the geographical heart of Sydney. The letter will also ask for clarity on the feasibility study and the process for making submissions. It will note the potential for high-quality jobs close to home for Western Sydney residents.
5. The letter will briefly outline the benefits of relocation to Parramatta including:
· Cultural
diversity: Parramatta’s cultural and linguistic diversity and history
as a place of convergence;
· Second CBD:
as the second largest business CBD in NSW, Parramatta offers opportunities for
co-location with public and private sector businesses;
· Connectivity:
the opportunity to leverage big ticket transport infrastructure investments
across a range of modes, making Parramatta an ideal place for well-connected
jobs;
· Smart city:
as a major hub for universities and institutions, Parramatta offers a
collaboration ecosystem built around smart city technologies; and
· Creative industry development: Parramatta offers a unique mix of cultural precincts and creative industries, which evolved from the ground up. Parramatta also has future and potential creative spaces that would compliment the production network of the SBS.
6. The Australian Broadcasting Corporation recently announced the relocation of approximately 300 employees to new headquarters in Parramatta Square by early 2024. There is an opportunity to leverage this announcement to attract a critical mass of media and creative industry jobs to an emerging creative industries hub in Parramatta.
7. At least three other western Sydney councils – Canterbury-Bankstown, Liverpool and Blacktown – are publicly lobbying to become the broadcaster’s home.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATION FOR COUNCIL
8. There are no new financial implications for Council as a result of this Lord Mayor Minute.
Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
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Council 8 August 2022 Item 8.6
ITEM NUMBER 8.6
SUBJECT Launch of C3 West partnership project Being Together: Parramatta Yearbook
REFERENCE F2022/00105 - D08640296
REPORT OF Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
CSP THEME: THRIVING
workshop/briefing date: Nil
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this Lord Mayoral Minute is to note the launch of Being Together: Parramatta Yearbook, a contemporary art partnership between C3 West and Parramatta Artists’ Studios.
Recommendation:
(a) That Council note the official launch of Being Together: Parramatta Yearbook, a Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) and Parramatta Artists’ Studios joint project for C3West; and
(b) Further, that the Lord Mayor write to the Director of the MCA Suzanne Cotter, to congratulate the MCA for the work of C3West, which takes artists beyond the gallery to create new contemporary art projects with western Sydney communities.
BACKGROUND
1. The City of Parramatta is proud to partner with C3 West, a program of the MCA, one of our most significant national cultural institutions, to launch Being Together: Parramatta Yearbook, a contemporary photography exhibition on display in Centenary Square until 3rd October.
2. Over nine months, Chorine Fahd, one of Australia's leading photographic artists, set up her camera around Parramatta to photograph the people she met and capture the stories of locals. The result is a fascinating insight into Parramatta’s unique diversity and grit. Iconic Parramatta locations featured in the photos include Centenary Square, Parramatta Square, the new PHIVE building, Parramatta Park and CommBank Stadium.
3. Playing with common experiences of group portraiture and school photos, the artworks capture a unique moment in time, as our community emerged from the 2021 Covid-19 lockdowns. The photo wall showcases hundreds of portraits of people who live, work and play in Parramatta. We can see many of our important community groups featured including: local artists, activist groups, workers, City of Parramatta staff and Councillors, Parramatta Eels fans and construction workers. It is a true showcase of Parramatta’s rich diversity.
4. To deliver this project, C3West partnered with Council’s Parramatta Artists’ Studios, the energetic home for creative production in western Sydney that supports artists’ practices and careers.
5. One of the MCA’s key programs, C3West brings together artists, businesses, government partners and arts organisations to create projects that give voice to community issues with a focus on western Sydney. Since 2006, C3West has worked in areas as diverse as Penrith, Liverpool, Goulburn, Blacktown and Hurstville, aligning corporate social investment with community development.
6. The official launch of the Yearbook will be held on 13 August, with a series of free events to run in parallel. This includes a tailored photo walk across the City, a launch event for the printed book and a local school program featuring experimental artmaking workshops in Centenary Square.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATION FOR COUNCIL
7. There are no new financial implications for Council as a result of this Lord Mayoral Minute.
Lord Mayor, Councillor Donna Davis
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Council 8 August 2022 Item 9.1
ITEM NUMBER 9.1
SUBJECT PUBLIC FORUM 1: Item 13.9 - Draft Late Night Trading Development Control Plan
REFERENCE F2022/00105 - D08636487
FROM Schandel Fortu (Director Think Planners)
Dear Lord Mayor and Councillors,
The Parramatta Liquor Accord represents numerous licensed venues in the LGA (restaurants, hotels, pubs, and clubs). The Accord requests Councillors –
- Defer making a decision this evening
- Arrange a meeting for the industry to workshop with the Councillors their suggestions and concerns
We submit that the draft DCP contains fundamental issues that will directly disincentivise investment and that is contrary to the very intent of the DCP.
- Did you know that the DCP’s starting place for restaurants along the Parramatta River is a 10pm curfew on outdoor areas?
- Did you know that it is entirely unnecessary to put in place Trial Trading Hours? The planning provisions in NSW allows the Council to clearly spell out the trading requirements in terms of hours, acoustic measures, security. If an operator breaks the rules, enforcement should occur then and there….not await the outcome of a 12 or 24 month trial period. That would also give an operator confidence to invest in the city; financiers the confidence to lend operators finance; and for all to not be fearful of Council giving and then later taking away trading hours.
- Did you know that the DCP proposes noise criteria that does not align with the Liquor and Gaming NSW noise criteria? This misalignment with the State authority will lead to confusion and lack of confidence in the DCP.
- Did you know that only the CBD will have base hours past midnight and only small areas of Harris Park, Granville, Rosehill and Epping will be permitted to trade until 2AM if extended hours are approved?
- Did you know a restaurant in a Local Centres like Toongabbie, Telopea, Dundas, Carlingford will have base hours up to 10PM if they are licenced?
- Did you know that the DCP introduces uncertainty for venues that are not located in the CBD LNTA or any other LNTA; as the DCP implies that these facilities despite being approved and having been in operation for many years are not recognised in the DCP?
- Did you know that the Riverside Theatre has a 2am designation, but there is not the same for other land adjacent the River that is also zoned B4? There are 3 LNTA’s along the one River in the one Zone in the one small part of the city.
The Parramatta Liquor Accords members are deeply invested in the night time economy across the entire Local Government Area. Like the Council, it seeks clear controls that will protect amenity; deliver a vibrant and world class night time economy; and will give confidence to our members to invest financially and socially in Parramatta.
The Accord seeks deferral to workshop their suggestions and concerns directly with the Councillors please.
GROUP MANAGER, CITY STRATEGY RESPONSE
The draft Late Night Trading DCP seeks to consider impacts and balance the needs of a number of stakeholders, including businesses but also residents. The Liquor Accord is one of 71 stakeholders who have provided a submission on the draft DCP. Council staff have considered all feedback and are seeking a balance of economic activity and residential amenity, including noise mitigation.
Council have engaged with the Liquor Accord on four occasions at various stages of the project timeline. The feedback provided by the Liquor Accord has informed amendments to the draft DCP. During public exhibition 50% of respondents indicated they support the draft DCP, 24% indicated yes to an extent, 24% indicated no and 2% were unsure. The Liquor Accord indicated that yes, they support the draft DCP to an extent.
In response to the concerns raised I note in order, the following:
· Due to particular characteristics of the location of the outdoor dining areas facing the river, being opposite residential premises, without any buffer or sound reflective aspects, it is highly likely that permitting outdoor dining in this area will result in intrusive noise for residents. The proposed 10pm limit does not preclude businesses along the river from applying for indoor trading hours of up to 24 hours.
· We note the Liquor Accord’s opinion on the use of trial periods. Council’s use of trial periods is not a new process introduced by this draft DCP. The use of trial periods is in line with the Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation 2021, section 79, which sets out parameters for conditions attached to development consents, regardless of the draft DCP.
· The Liquor & Gaming NSW noise criteria considers all premises as equal. As a result, controls in certain places may be unreasonably restrictive or permissive, with no consideration to local context.
· Trading hours are determined by local context and based on balancing residential amenity impacts and business activity.
· Development applications for venues outside of the LNTAs will not be affected by the provisions of the draft DCP, and will continue to be assessed on merit, as indicated in section 4.3 of the draft DCP
· The trading hours for Riverside are based on its connectivity to Church Street and its potential to drive growth as well as expansion of the night economy across the CBD. Regardless, as per Section 4.1, any outdoor area with a direct frontage to the river will have maximum trading hours of 10pm.