NOTICE OF Council MEETING
PUBLIC AGENDA
An Ordinary Meeting of City of Parramatta Council will be held in PHIVE (COUNCIL CHAMBER) COUNCIL CHAMBER AT 5 PARRAMATTA SQUARE, PARRAMATTA on Monday, 13 May 2024 at 6.30PM.
Gail Connolly PSM
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Council 13 May 2024
STATEMENT OF ETHICAL OBLIGATIONS:
In accordance with clause 3.23 of the Model Code of Meeting Practice, Council is obligated to remind Councillors of the oath or affirmation of office made under section 233A of the Local Government Act 1993, and of their obligations under Council’s Code of Conduct to disclose and appropriately manage conflicts of interest – the ethical obligations of which are outlined below:
Obligations |
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Oath [Affirmation] of Office by Councillors |
I swear [solemnly and sincerely declare and affirm] that I will undertake the duties of the office of Councillor in the best interests of the people of the City of Parramatta Council and the City of Parramatta Council that I will faithfully and impartially carry out the functions, powers, authorities and discretions vested in me under the Local Government Act 1993 or any other Act to the best of my ability and judgement. |
Code of Conduct Conflict of Interests |
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Pecuniary Interests |
A Councillor who has a pecuniary interest in any matter with which the Council is concerned, and who is present at a meeting of the Council at which the matter is being considered, must disclose the nature of the interest to the meeting.
The Councillor must not be present at, or in sight of, the meeting: a) At any time during which the matter is being considered or discussed, or b) At any time during which the Council is voting on any question in relation to the matter. |
Non-Pecuniary Conflict of Interests |
A Councillor who has a non-pecuniary conflict of interest in a matter, must disclose the relevant private interest in relation to the matter fully and on each occasion on which the non-pecuniary conflict of interest arises in relation to the matter. |
Significant Non-Pecuniary Conflict of Interests |
A Councillor who has a significant non-pecuniary conflict of interest in relation to a matter under consideration at a Council meeting, must manage the conflict of interest as if they had a pecuniary interest in the matter. |
Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interests |
A Councillor who determines that they have a non-pecuniary conflict of interest in a matter that is not significant and does not require further action, when disclosing the interest must also explain why conflict of interest is not significant and does not require further action in the circumstances. |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM SUBJECT PAGE NO
1 OPENING MEETING
2 ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF TRADITIONAL OWNERS OF LAND
3 WEBCASTING ANNOUNCEMENT
4 GENERAL RECORDING OF MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT
5 APOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE OR ATTENDANCE BY AUDIO-VISUAL LINK BY COUNCILLORS
6 CONFIRMATIONS OF MINUTES
Council - 22 April 2024............ 7
7 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
10.1 Petition: 'Dundas Valley Needs a Leads-off Dog Park'............................. 38
Nil
12 Reports to Council - For Notation
12.1 Dog Owners Education Campaign - Off Leash Dog Parks.................... 40
13 Reports to Council - For Council Decision
13.1 Adoption of Regulatory Enforcement Policy and Rescission of Superseded Regulatory Services Policies................. 48
13.2 Adoption of Councillor Workshops Policy 2024..................... 94
13.3 LATE REPORT: Public Exhibition: 'Parramatta 2050' - A Long Term Strategic Vision for the City 106
13.4 Public Exhibition: Draft Kleins Road Pedestrian and Cyclist Corridor Study.................. 196
13.5 Preparation of an Integrated Transport Strategy for City of Parramatta.......... 243
13.6 Compulsory Acquisition (by Agreement) of Part of Toongabbie East Public School for a Cycleway............ 248
14.1 Procurement of Australian Goods 254
14.2 Proposed Epping Town Centre Master Plan.................... 256
14.3 Future Strategic Direction for 38-40 Marion Street, Parramatta.......... 258
14.4 Investigation - Provision of a Multi-purpose Indoor Sport and Recreation Centre in the Parramatta LGA. 260
14.5 NSW Environment Protection Legislation Amendment (Stronger Regulation and Penalties) Bill 2024................... 262
15.1 Questions Taken on Notice at the 22 April 2024 Council Meeting............... 266
16.1 Tender ITT 25/2023 - Supply, Installation and Maintenance of New Tech/Software for On-Street Parking
This report is confidential in accordance with section 10A (2) (d) of the Local Government Act 1993 as the report contains commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed (i) prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it; or (ii) confer a commercial advantage on a competitor of the Council; or (iii) reveal a trade secret.
16.2......... LATE REPORT: Status Update on MyWorkplace Project (9 Wentworth Street, Parramatta)
This report is confidential in accordance with section 10A (2) (c) of the Local Government Act 1993 as the report contains information that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the Council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business.
17 PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
18 CONCLUSION OF MEETING
Council 13 May 2024
Minutes
Ordinary Council Meeting
Monday, 22 April 2024
6.30pm
Council Chamber
Level 4, PHIVE
Parramatta Square, Parramatta
PRESENT - COUNCILLORS
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Pierre Esber and Councillors Phil Bradley, Kellie Darley, Michelle Garrard, Henry Green, Ange Humphries (online), Cameron MacLean, Paul Noack, Sameer Pandey, Deputy Lord Mayor, Dr Patricia Prociv, Dan Siviero, Georgina Valjak, Donna Wang and Lorraine Wearne.
PRESENT – STAFF
Chief Executive Officer - Gail Connolly, Executive Director City Engagement and Experience - Angela Jones-Blayney, Executive Director Finance and Information - John Angilley, Director City Planning and Design - Jennifer Concato, Executive Director Community and Culture - Jonathan Greig, Executive Director City Assets & Operations - George Bounassif, Acting Chief People, Culture and Performance Officer - Sarah McAskill, Chief Information Officer and Acting Chief Governance and Risk Officer - John Crawford, Chief Financial Officer - Amit Sharma, Group Manager Major Projects and Precincts - David Birds, Group Manager City Strategic Planning - Robert Cologna, Group Manager Infrastructure Planning and Design - Anthony Newland, ICT Service and Delivery Manager - Ian Vong, Council Secretariat and Policy Officer - Marina Cavar, Executive Assistant to CEO - Valance Horne, Project Team Lead – Sarah Bolger, Media Officer - Ash Gautam, Business Manager – Michelle Samuel, ICT Service and Delivery Manager - Ian Vong and ICT Service Desk Officer - Benn Stocker.
1. OPENING MEETING
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber, opened the meeting at 6.31PM.
2. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO TRADITIONAL OWNERS OF LAND
The Lord Mayor acknowledged the Burramattagal people of The Dharug Nation as the traditional owners of this land, and paid respect to their ancient culture and to their elders past, present and emerging.
3. WEBCASTING ANNOUNCEMENT
The Lord Mayor advised that this meeting is being recorded and streamed live on the internet. The recording will also be archived and made available on Council’s website.
The Lord Mayor further advised that all care will be taken to maintain privacy, however as a visitor in the public gallery, the public should be aware that their presence may be recorded.
4. GENERAL RECORDING OF MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT
As per Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, the recording of the Council Meeting by the public using any device, audio or video, is only permitted with Council permission. Recording a Council Meeting without permission may result in the individual being expelled from the Meeting.
5. APOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE OR ATTENDANCE BY AUDIO-VISUAL LINK BY COUNCILLORS
RESOLVED: Councillor Noack
That Councillor Humphries be permitted to attend this meeting by audio-visual link.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Unanimous
6. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
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Minutes of the Council Meeting held on 8 April 2024
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RESOLVED Councillor Noack and Councillor MacLean
That the minutes be taken as read and be accepted as a true record of the Meeting.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Unanimous |
7. DISCLOSURES OF INTEREST
Councillor Valjak disclosed a Non-Pecuniary and Less than Significant interest in relation to Item 8.2 International Nurses Day for the reason that her daughter is a registered nurse at Westmead Hospital. Councillor Valjak took part in the consideration and voting of this item.
Councillor Pandey disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 13.4 Public Exhibition of Amendment to Planning Agreement: 264-268 Pennant Hills Road, Carlingford (AKA 1 Martins Lane, Carlingford) for the reason that this went before a panel that he was a part of. Councillor Pandey did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item.
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 14.3 'No-Grounds' Evictions and Emergency Bookings for Clean Up Service for Renters for the reason that he is a property owner and does not wish to put his position at conflict. Councillor Esber did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item.
Councillor Garrard disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 14.3 'No-Grounds' Evictions and Emergency Bookings for Clean Up Service for Renters for the reason that she owns two properties. Councillor Garrard did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item.
Councillor Humphries disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 14.3 'No-Grounds' Evictions and Emergency Bookings for Clean Up Service for Renters for the reason that she is a landlord in the LGA. Councillor Humphries did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item.
Councillor Noack disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 14.3 ‘No-Grounds’ Evictions and Emergency Bookings for Clean Up Service for Renters) for the reason that he is a landlord in the LGA. Councillor Noack did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item.
Councillor Pandey disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 14.3 'No-Grounds' Evictions and Emergency Bookings for Clean Up Service for Renters for the reason that he owns a rental property. Councillor Pandey did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item.
Councillor Siviero disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 14.3 'No-Grounds' Evictions and Emergency Bookings for Clean Up Service for Renters for the reason that he is a landlord. Councillor Siviero did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item.
Councillor Valjak disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 14.3 'No-Grounds' Evictions and Emergency Bookings for Clean Up Service for Renters for the reason that she is a landlord of a property. Councillor Valjak did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item.
Councillor Wang disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 14.3 'No-Grounds' Evictions and Emergency Bookings for Clean Up Service for Renters for the reason that she is a renter in the LGA. Councillor Wang did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item.
Councillor Wearne disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 14.3 ‘No-Grounds’ Evictions and Emergency Bookings for Clean Up Service for Renters for the reason that she is a property owner and a landlord in the LGA. Councillor Wearne did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item.
PROCEDURAL MOTION
DEALING WITH ITEMS BY EXCEPTION
RESOLVED: Councillor MacLean and Councillor Noack
That in accordance with Section 13 of Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, the Order of Business be amended to deal with the following items by exception:
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Unanimous
12.1 |
Investment Report for March 2024 Report of Tax and Treasury Accountant |
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RESOLVED: Councillor MacLean and Councillor Noack
That Council receive and note the Investment Report for March 2024.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Unanimous
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12.2 |
Status Report - Update on Execution of Funding Deeds (Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants and Accelerated Infrastructure Funding Programs) Report of PMO Manager
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RESOLVED: Councillor MacLean and Councillor Noack
That Council receive and note the report.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Unanimous
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15.1 |
Council's Kerbside Clean Up Service Councillor Kellie Darley
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QUESTION WITH NOTICE:
1. How many Council clean ups have been booked each year for the last 5 years?
Executive Director, City Assets & Operations Response:
2. What is the total weight of material being collected through pre-booked Council clean ups annually for the last 5 years?
Executive Director, City Assets & Operations Response:
3. What percentage of eligible households made use of the pre-booked Council clean ups in 2023? And what is the average number of council clean ups booked annually per eligible household?
Executive Director, City Assets & Operations Response:
The pre-booked clean up service was utilised by 53% of eligible households, (excludes unit complexes with scheduled clean ups).
The average is 2 per eligible household.
4. What is the average wait time to book in a Council clean up, and how does this change throughout the year?
Executive Director, City Assets & Operations Response:
The average time to book a clean up in 2023 was 15 days. The lowest wait time is approximately 10 days, with highest wait times experienced during the Christmas and New Year holiday period where the wait time can increase to 21 days due to high levels of demand and contractor availability.
5. How many cases of illegal dumping were there outside homes on road reserves where a council clean up wasn’t booked each year for the last few years?
Executive Director, City Assets & Operations Response:
The information requested is recorded on two different corporate systems and would require manual overlay to compare and provide the information requested. Given the volume of information that needs to be processed (approximately. 41,000 records in one data set), the diversion of staff resources to prepare this information would require a motion/resolution of Council or external resourcing. |
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Provision of Bus Shelters in City of Parramatta Councillor Kellie Darley
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Question with Notice:
Sweltering Cities recently released a report into the uneven distribution of bus shelters across Sydney and the important role they play in keeping people safe from extreme weather and supporting more people to use public transport - https://swelteringcities.org/2024/03/13/sydneys-busted-bus-stops-report/. Unfortunately, Parramatta LGA wasn’t profiled in the report so our community isn’t able to better understand the provision of bus shelters in the City of Parramatta from the report.
1. How many bus stops in the Parramatta LGA have a bus shelter and what proportion is this of the total?
Executive Director, City Assets & Operations Response:
There are 282 bus stops with shelters, representing approximately 24% in total.
2. How many new bus shelters has Council installed annually over the last few years?
Executive Director, City Assets & Operations Response:
There have been no new shelters installed in the previous 3 years.
3. What is the program of works for new bus shelters over the coming few years?
Executive Director, City Assets & Operations Response:
Due to the current bus shelter contract negotiations, this information is commercial in confidence.
4. What is the average cost of a bus shelter?
Executive Director, City Assets & Operations Response:
Due to the current bus shelter contract negotiations, this information is commercial in confidence.
5. What have been the outcomes of Council resolution 4404 regarding Bus Shelters Advertising, Cleaning and Maintenance Services?
Executive Director, City Assets & Operations Response:
Council is currently negotiating with potential suppliers. |
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Additional Questions taken on Notice at the 25 March 2024 Council Meeting Council Secretariat & Policy Officer
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QUESTION TAKEN ON NOTICE
Councillor Darley asked the following questions on Item 12.1 Minutes of Audit Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting held on 23 November 202
1. Can the Agenda and Minutes of the ARIC meetings be published on the website?
Executive Director Finance and Information response:
ARIC minutes are already published on Council’s website by way of its inclusion in a Council meeting business paper. ARIC meetings are not public meetings, and therefore the publication of the agenda on Council’s website is not appropriate.
2. Can we have a Workshop on the key findings of Internal Audits and the recommendations, it’s similar to Internal Service Ombudsman report we get?
Executive Director Finance and Information response:
The role of a Councillor Representatives on the ARIC is to advise the governing body (as necessary) of the work of the ARIC and any issues arising from its operations, including key findings of internal audits.
Staff can arrange a Councillor Workshop to provide an opportunity for the Councillor representatives from ARIC, or the Chairperson of ARIC, to present the key findings of the internal audits.
Staff will also investigate the preparation of an summary report on internal audit findings similar to the IOSS report. ________________________________________________________ Councillor Bradley asked the following questions on Item 12.1 Minutes of Audit Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting held on 23 November 2023
Can we have an alternate Councillor fill in when the main Councillor is unavailable?
Executive Director Finance and Information response:
Neither the current ARIC charter, nor the Office of Local Government Guidelines for Risk Management and Internal Audit for Local Government in NSW allow for alternate representatives. |
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Questions Taken on Notice at the 8 April 2024 Council Meeting Report of Council Secretariat & Policy Officer
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questions taken on notice:
Councillor Garrard asked a question in relation to Item 8.1 Youth Week 2024.
Most of the programs listed seem to be targeted towards youth aged 17 and below. Which programs are for older (aged 17-24) youth?
Executive Director Community and Culture response:
Of the activities listed in the Youth Week Program, three were specifically targeted to young people aged 17-24 years of age:
1. Festival of Empowered Minds, Parramatta Town Hall 2. Living Stories, Epping Library 3. PAC Session 2, Parramatta Aquatic Centre
Only two events held in the Youth Week program were targeted specifically for young people under the age of 17, namely the sessions at Parramatta Aquatic Centre and Worn Stories at Parramatta Library.
All other activities welcomed the full age span of young people from 17-24.
Councillor Pandey asked a question in relation to Item 8.1 Youth Week 2024.
Will the any of the events for this year be focused on the Emerging Civic Leadership program?
Executive Director Community and Culture response:
None of the Youth Week program activities were specifically focused on civic education programs, as these types of programs typically are run over a longer time period then 7 days.
However, the process of planning Youth Week was carried out in such a way as to build the capacity of young people to participate in civic decision making. For example, all applications in the Youth Week Grants program were assessed by a group of young people. Panel members were taught about the responsibilities and obligations involved in local government grant application processes such as principles, application of criteria and conflicts of interest. Panel members had a genuine input into the funding recommendations and Council staff observed a great level of engagement and diligence from all panelists.
_________________________________________________________ Deputy Lord Mayor Dr Councillor Prociv asked a question in relation to Item 12.1 Referral of Inspection Reports by Fire and Rescue NSW.
Why have Fire Safety orders been served in Wentworth Point and not in Northmead?
Executive Director City Assets and Operations Response:
Fire Rescue NSW (FRNSW) issue orders that specifically address firefighting needs (as opposed to fire prevention and control measures). As only the Wentworth Point property had issues with its firefighting measures only that property received an order from FRNSW. However, it should be noted that Council has served fire Orders on all three properties in the report as outlined in point (c) of the report, due to general fire safety measures lacking in the buildings.
_________________________________________________________ Councillor Garrard asked three questions in relation to Confidential Item 16.1 Lake Parramatta Reserve Swimming Area (Area A) Lackey Street, North Parramatta.
Executive Director Community and Culture response:
A staff response has been provided in a Confidential Attachment to this report.
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16.1 |
ITT 22/2023 Tender: Maintenance of Stormwater Assets Report of Group Manager Environment and Sustainability
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ReSOLVED: Councillor MacLean and Councillor Noack
(a) That the contractors listed below form a Preferred Supplier Panel in accordance with the services identified for an initial period of three (3) years with an option to extend for a further two, one year periods (1+1) subject to satisfactory performance as per the Schedule of Rates provided in their submission:
Part A – Maintenance of Pollution Control Assets Urban Asset Solutions Pty Ltd ABN: 73 627 254 830
Part B – Manual Pickup of Waterways Litter Urban Asset Solutions Pty Ltd ABN: 73 627 254 830
Part C – Removal of debris, sediment or vegetation Urban Asset Solutions Pty Ltd ABN: 73 627 254 830
Part D1 – Maintenance of Water Sensitive Urban Design assets Urban Asset Solutions Pty Ltd ABN: 73 627 254 830
Part D2 – Maintenance of Water Sensitive Urban Design assets Optimal Stormwater Pty Ltd (ABN: 53 139 725 894)
Part E – Education and Jetting Services 1. Urban Asset Solutions Pty Ltd ABN: 73 627 254 830 2. Pipe Management Australia Pty Ltd ABN 14 145 894 695 3. Total Drain Cleaning Services Pty Ltd T/A TDG Environmental (TDG) ABN: 17 130 467 346
Part F – CCTV inspections of stormwater drainage infrastructure 1. Urban Asset Solutions Pty Ltd ABN: 73 627 254 830 2. Total Drain Cleaning Services Pty Ltd T/A TDG Environmental (TDG) ABN: 17 130 467 346 3. Pipe Management Australia Pty Ltd ABN 14 145 894 695
Part G1 & G2 – Pipe /Culvert Repair (Grinding & Patching) 1.Total Drain Cleaning Services Pty Ltd T/A TDG Environmental (TDG) ABN: 17 130 467 346 2. Pipeline Watertech Pty Ltd ABN: 65 606 549 571
Part G4 – Pipe /Culvert Repair & Rehabilitation (Trenchless Relining) 1. Pipeline Watertech Pty Ltd ABN: 65 606 549 571 2. Pipe Management Australia Pty Ltd ABN 14 145 894 695
Part H – Solid Waste Management (Sediment & debris) Urban Asset Solutions Pty Ltd ABN: 73 627 254 830
Part I – Auditing Services Urban Asset Solutions Pty Ltd ABN: 73 627 254 830
Part J – Minor Civil Works 1. Pipeline Watertech Pty Ltd ABN: 65 606 549 571 2. Pipe Management Australia Pty Ltd ABN 14 145 894 695
Part K – Utility Service Locating 1. Pipe Management Australia Pty Ltd ABN 14 145 894 695 2. Infrastructure Renewal Services PtyLtd ABN: 24 150 847 804
(b) That all unsuccessful tenderers be advised of Council’s decision in this matter.
(c) That Council delegate authority to the Chief Executive Officer to finalise and execute all necessary documents.
Record of Voting: For the Motion: Unanimous
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ITT 29/2023 Tender: Consultancy Services for Western River Precinct Connections Designs Report of Team Leader Infrastructure Designs |
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ReSOLVED: Councillor MacLean and Councillor Noack
(a) That Council appoint Bonacci Solutions Pty Ltd (ABN: 18 664 602 822) as the principal contractor for ITT29/2023 Western River Precinct Connections Design Services, for the contract sum of $2,716,000 (excl GST).
(b) That all unsuccessful tenderers be advised of Council’s decision in this matter.
(c) That Council delegate authority to the Chief Executive Officer to finalise and execute all necessary documents.
Record of Voting: For the Motion: Unanimous
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8. Minutes of the Lord Mayor
Condolence: Bondi Junction Westfield Tragedy The Lord Mayor Councillor Pierre Esber
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ReSOLVED: The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Councillor Pandey
(a) That Council acknowledge the terrible tragedy that occurred at Bondi Junction Westfield on 13 April 2024.
(b) That Council express its deepest condolences to the victims, their families and friends, and the wider Bondi and Waverley communities in their shared grief.
(c) That Council recognise the community members and first responders who showed great bravery in the face of danger, as well as those who continue to support investigation, victims’ services and recovery efforts.
(d) That Council note the Lord Mayor’s letter of condolence sent to the Mayor of Waverley Council, Cr Paula Masselos on 15 April 2024, extending Council’s sympathies to the communities of Bondi and Waverley.
(e) That Council also note that the Lord Mayor led a delegation of Western Sydney Mayors to lay wreaths at the Oxford Street Mall on 17 April 2024 in commemoration of the victims and their families and in honour of the brave actions of bystanders and first responders.
(f) Further, that Council make a donation of $5,000 in aid of the victims and their families and $5,000 to The Junction Neighbourhood Centre, a local community centre providing support services in Bondi.
(g) Finally, that Council observes one minute’s silence to pay respects to the victims of this terrible tragedy.
(h) That Council send Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel of the Assyrian Christ the Good Shepherd Church, Wakeley our thoughts and prayers.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Unanimous
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Councillor Garrard asked a question on Item 8.1 Condolence: Bondi Junction Westfield Tragedy which was taken on notice.
· Could Councillors please be provided with the balance of what is left in the Lord Mayor’s Budget?
Note: A minute silence was observed at the meeting.
International Nurses Day 2024 The Lord Mayor Councillor Pierre Esber
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ReSOLVED: The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Councillor Wang
(a) That Council acknowledge International Nurses Day (IND), held annually on 12 May to recognise the important work of nurses in the community; and
(b) That the City of Parramatta donate $5,000 to the Westmead Hospital Foundation to support their IND celebrations.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Unanimous
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Note: Councillor Valjak disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Less than Significant interest in relation to Item 8.2 International Nurses Day for the reason that her daughter is a registered nurse at Westmead Hospital. Councillor Valjak took part in the consideration and voting of this item.
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Anzac Day 2024 The Lord Mayor, Councillor Pierre Esber
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RESOLVED: The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Councillor Wearne
(a) That Council recognise 2024 ANZAC Day commemorative events across the City of Parramatta.
(b) That Council notes the extensive program of events and activities commemorating ANZAC Day across the City of Parramatta, particularly those hosted by the Epping RSL sub-Branch, City of Parramatta RSL sub-Branch and Wentworth Point.
(c) That Council recognise serving Australian Defence Force men and women who work tirelessly to uphold peace and protect the freedoms we enjoy in Australia.
(d) That Council observe a one-minute silence to pay respect to the Australian and New Zealander men and women who served and made the ultimate sacrifice in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations.
Record of Voting: For the Motion: Unanimous |
Note: A minute silence was observed at the meeting.
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Congratulations to Parramatta and District Historical Society for the Hambledon Cottage Bicentennary Event The Lord Mayor, Councillor Pierre Esber
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RESOLVED: The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Deputy Lord Mayor, Councillor Prociv
(a) That Council note a ceremonial event was held on 13 April 2024 commemorating the bicentenary of Hambledon Cottage, hosted by Parramatta and District Historical Society, with support provided by City of Parramatta; and
(b) That Council congratulate the Parramatta and District Historical Society, and City of Parramatta staff who helped the Society to deliver a successful event.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Unanimous
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Councillor Garrard asked a question regarding Item 8.4 Congratulations to Parramatta and District Historical Society for the Hambledon Cottage Bicentennary Event which was taken on notice.
9. Public Forum
There was an absence of quorum and the public submission was not read as The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Councillors Garrard, Humphries, Noack, Pandey, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne declared a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest on this matter.
The Deputy Lord Mayor, Councillor Prociv and Councillors Bradley, Darley, Green and MacLean were present at the meeting.
Note: At 7.10 pm the following Councillors left the meeting:
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Councillors Garrard, Humphries (online), Noack, Pandey, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne.
Note: The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber vacated the Chair at 7.11pm and the Deputy Lord Mayor, Councillor Prociv assumed the role of Chairperson.
Note: At 7.14pm the following Councillors returned to the meeting:
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Councillors Garrard, Humphries (online), Noack, Pandey, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne.
10. Petitions
There were no petitions tabled at this meeting.
11. Rescission Motions
There were no rescission motion at this meeting.
12. Reports to Council - For Notation
12.1 |
Investment Report for March 2024 Report of Tax and Treasury Accountant |
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This Item was dealt with earlier in the meeting. |
12.2 |
Status Report - Update on Execution of Funding Deeds (Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants and Accelerated Infrastructure Funding Programs) Report of PMO Manager |
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This Item was dealt with earlier in the meeting. |
13. Reports to Council - For Council Decision
13.1 |
DEFERRED REPORT FROM OCM 8 APRIL 2024: Public Exhibition of Draft Sportsground Allocation Policy 2024 Report of Policy Officer
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RESOLVED: Councillor Wearne and Councillor Garrard
(a) That the draft Sportsground Allocation Policy be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days.
(b) That Council authorise the Chief Executive Officer to make any necessary editorial and content changes to the draft Sportsground Allocation Policy for public exhibition to give effect to Council’s resolution and for it to be reviewed .
(c) That following public exhibition, officers submit the final Sportsground Allocation Policy to Council for adoption.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Unanimous
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Councillor Darley asked a question regarding Item 13.1 DEFERRED REPORT FROM OCM 8 APRIL 2024: Public Exhibition of Draft Sportsground Allocation Policy 2024 and it was taken on notice.
13.2 |
Public Exhibition of Draft Tomola (Melrose Park North) Development Control Plan and Planning Agreement Report of Project Officer Land Use
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RESOLVED: Councillor Garrard and Councillor Noack
(a) That Council endorse the draft amendments to Parramatta Development Control Plan (DCP) 2023 that includes site-specific planning controls for the land at 19 Hope Street, Melrose Park and 69-77 Hughes Avenue, Ermington (known as the Tomola site) and minor housekeeping amendments to controls for the Melrose Park precinct, provided at Attachment 1, for the purpose of public exhibition. (b) That Council delegate authority to the Chief Executive Officer to commence the legal drafting of a Planning Agreement in accordance with the Letter of Offer as provided at Attachment 2 and in the terms outlined in this report on behalf of Council for the purpose of public exhibition. (c) That the draft amendment to Parramatta DCP 2023 and draft Planning Agreement be placed on public exhibition concurrently with the associated Planning Proposal at Attachment 3, for a period of 28 days as required by the Gateway Determination at Attachment 4 and that a report be provided to Council on the outcomes of the public exhibition. (d) That Council delegate authority to the Chief Executive Officer to correct any minor inconsistencies or anomalies of an administrative nature relating to the draft DCP and draft Planning Agreement documentation that may arise during the drafting and exhibition process. Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Lord Mayor Councillor Esber, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Garrard, Green, Humphries, MacLean, Noack, Pandey, Siviero, Valjak and Wang
Against the Motion: Councillors Bradley (abstain), Darley and Wearne On being PUT to the meeting voting on this item was Eleven (11) votes FOR and Three (3) votes AGAINST. The Motion was CARRIED. |
Public Exhibition of Draft Church Street North Development Control Plan (DCP) Report of Senior Project Officer Land Use
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MOTION Councillor MacLean and Councillor Pandey
(a) That Council approve the draft Development Control Plan (draft DCP) for Church Street North at Attachment 3 for the purposes of public exhibition.
(b) That the results of the public exhibition be reported to Council for its consideration to finalise the DCP controls to enable them to be in place as close as possible to 1 July 2024 when the new planning controls for the Church Street North Precinct come into force.
(c) Further, that Council delegates authority to the Chief Executive Officer to make any changes of a minor, administrative and/or non-policy nature to the draft DCP during this process
AMENDMENT: Councillor Siviero and Councillor Garrard
That this matter be deferred until the North East Planning Investigation Area is finalised.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Councillors Garrard, Green, Siviero and Wang
Against the Motion: Lord Mayor Councillor Esber, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Bradley, Darley, Humphries, MacLean, Noack, Pandey, Valjak and Wearne
On being PUT to the meeting voting on this Amendment was Four votes FOR and Ten (10) votes AGAINST. The Amendment was LOST.
PROCEDURAL MOTION:
Councillor Noack moved for the Motion to be Put
The Lord Mayor Put the Motion.
MOTION Councillor MacLean and Councillor Pandey
(a) That Council approve the draft Development Control Plan (draft DCP) for Church Street North at Attachment 3 for the purposes of public exhibition.
(b) That the results of the public exhibition be reported to Council for its consideration to finalise the DCP controls to enable them to be in place as close as possible to 1 July 2024 when the new planning controls for the Church Street North Precinct come into force.
(c) Further, that Council delegates authority to the Chief Executive Officer to make any changes of a minor, administrative and/or non-policy nature to the draft DCP during this process
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Lord Mayor Councillor Esber, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Bradley, Darley, Humphries, MacLean, Noack, Pandey, Valjak and Wearne
Against the Motion: Councillors Garrard, Green, Siviero and Wang
On being PUT to the meeting voting on this item was Ten (10) votes FOR and Four (4) votes AGAINST. The Motion was CARRIED
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RESOLVED Councillor MacLean and Councillor Pandey
(a) That Council approve the draft Development Control Plan (draft DCP) for Church Street North at Attachment 3 for the purposes of public exhibition.
(b) That the results of the public exhibition be reported to Council for its consideration to finalise the DCP controls to enable them to be in place as close as possible to 1 July 2024 when the new planning controls for the Church Street North Precinct come into force.
(c) Further, that Council delegates authority to the Chief Executive Officer to make any changes of a minor, administrative and/or non-policy nature to the draft DCP during this process.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Lord Mayor Councillor Esber, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Bradley, Darley, Humphries, MacLean, Noack, Pandey, Valjak and Wearne
Against the Motion: Councillors Garrard, Green, Siviero and Wang
On being PUT to the meeting voting on this item was Ten (10) votes FOR and Four (4) votes AGAINST. The Motion was CARRIED
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Public Exhibition of Amendment to Planning Agreement: 264-268 Pennant Hills Road, Carlingford (AKA 1 Martins Lane, Carlingford) Report of Team Leader Infrastructure Planning
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RESOLVED: Councillor Garrard and Councillor Wang
(a) That Council endorse the Draft Deed of Variation to the Planning Agreement relating to land at 264-268 Pennant Hills Road Carlingford (now known as 1 Martins Lane, Carlingford) as provided at Attachment 1 for public exhibition purposes.
(b) That Council delegate authority to the CEO to make any necessary administrative changes of a non-policy nature to the Draft Deed of Variation, and to prepare the required Explanatory Note to accompany the draft Deed prior to public exhibition.
(c) That the draft Deed of Variation to the Planning Agreement and associated Explanatory Note be publicly exhibited for 28 days.
(d) That, the outcomes of the public exhibition be reported to Council.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Lord Mayor Councillor Esber, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Bradley, Darley, Garrard, Green, Humphries, MacLean, Noack, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne (Unanimous)
Against the Motion: Nil
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Note: Councillor Pandey disclosed a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest in relation to Item 13.4 Public Exhibition of Amendment to Planning Agreement: 264-268 Pennant Hills Road, Carlingford (AKA 1 Martins Lane, Carlingford) for the reason that this went before a panel that he was a part of. Councillor Pandey did not take part in the consideration and voting of this item and left the meeting at 7.52pm.
Note: Councillor Pandey returned to the meeting at 7.53pm.
Public Exhibition of Draft Affordable Rental Housing Policy 2024 Report of Project Team Leader
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RESOLVED: Councillor Garrard and Councillor Wearne
(a) That the draft Affordable Rental Housing Policy 2024 (Attachment 1) be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days.
(b) That Council delegate authority to the Chief Executive Officer to make any necessary administrative changes of a non-policy nature to the draft Affordable Rental Housing Policy for public exhibition to give effect to Council’s resolution.
(c) That the outcomes of the public exhibition be reported to Council.
(e) That an Annual Report be reported to Council.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Lord Mayor Councillor Esber, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Bradley, Darley, Garrard, Green, Humphries, MacLean, Noack, Pandey, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne (Unanimous)
Against the Motion: Nil
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Extension of Interim Term for Parramatta Local Planning Panel Members Report of Executive Director City Planning and Design
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RESOLVED: Councillor Wearne and Councillor Noack (a) That Council approve an extension for one month (from 1 - 30 June 2024) to the appointment of the interim Parramatta Local Planning Panel (LPP) members in the roles of chair/alternate chair and independent experts, who are currently appointed to 31 May 2024:
a. Julie Walsh – Alternate Chair b. Ian Armstrong – Independent Expert Member c. Steve Driscoll – Independent Expert Member d. Michael Evesson – Independent Expert Member e. Simone Lotz – Independent Expert Member f. Michael Mason – Independent Expert Member g. Alison McCabe – Independent Expert Member
(b) That Council delegate authority to the CEO to further extend the interim arrangements of the current members beyond 30 June 2024 as required or permitted by Ministerial Direction.
(c) That should the Minister for Planning and Public Spaces approved recruitment pool not be provided to Council on or before 24 June 2024, Council authorises the CEO to appoint the new (three year) term chair, alternate chair and independent expert members of the Panel.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Lord Mayor Councillor Esber, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Bradley, Darley, Garrard, Green, Humphries, MacLean, Noack, Pandey, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne (Unanimous)
Against the Motion: Nil |
13.7 |
Adoption of Parramatta City Centre Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2022 (Amendment No. 2) Report of Senior Project Officer
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RESOLVED: Councillor Garrard and Councillor Wang
(a) That Council notes the submissions made during the public exhibition of the Parramatta City Centre Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan (Amendment No. 2) and the officer responses provided at Attachment 1.
(b) That Council adopts the Parramatta City Centre Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan (Amendment No. 2) provided at Attachment 2.
(c) That Council authorises the Chief Executive Officer to make any minor amendments and corrections of a non-policy and administrative nature that may arise during finalisation of Parramatta City Centre Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan (Amendment No 2).
(d) That a copy of the amended Plan be published on the NSW Planning Portal and Council’s website.
(e) That the submitters be notified of Council’s decision.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Lord Mayor Councillor Esber, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Darley, Garrard, Green, Humphries, MacLean, Noack, Pandey, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne
Against the Motion: Councillor Bradley (Abstain)
On being PUT to the meeting voting on this item was Thirteen (13) votes FOR and One (1) vote AGAINST. The Motion was CARRIED |
ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING
At 8.47pm, the Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber adjourned the meeting for 15 minutes.
At the time of the Adjournment, the following Councillors were present:
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber, The Deputy Lord Mayor, Councillor Prociv and Councillors Bradley, Darley, Garrard, Green, Humphries (online), MacLean, Noack, Pandey, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne.
RECONVENED MEETING
At 9.00pm, the Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber reconvened the meeting.
At the time of the reconvened meeting, the following Councillors were present:
Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Councillors MacLean, Pandey, Humphries(online), Noack, Bradley, Wearne, Garrard, Wang, Siviero, Green, Darley and Valjak.
The Deputy Lord Mayor, Councillor Prociv returned at 9.01pm.
13.8 |
Public Exhibition of Draft Delivery Program, Operational Plan and Budget (DPOP) 2024/25 (and Supporting Plans) Report of Corporate Strategy Manager; Chief Financial Officer
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MOTION: Councillor Noack and Councillor MacLean
(a) That Council endorse for the purposes of public exhibition, the following draft documents:
i. Delivery Program 2022-26 and Operational Plan 2024/25 including the draft Annual Budget 2024/25 and Schedule of Fees and Charges for 2024/25; and
ii. Draft updated Resourcing Strategy plans including the draft Long Term Financial Plan 2024-34; draft Workforce Management Strategy, draft Asset Management Strategy and associated Asset Management Plans.
iii. That the CEO investigate the scope and funding source for the activation of the River Foreshore (between Church St and the Ferry Wharf) with decorative lighting within the next 12 months and update Councillors at the next Budget Workshop.
(b) That the draft documents be placed on public exhibition for a period of not less than 28 days.
(c) That the Chief Executive Officer be delegated authority to make changes of a minor, administrative and/or non-policy nature to the draft documents during the public exhibition period.
(d) That the outcome of the public exhibition of the draft documents be reported to a June 2024 Council meeting for consideration during adoption of the final documents.
(e) That the CEO immediately commence the preparation of an updated Waste Strategy for the City of Parramatta including an investigation to explore the construction of a Recycling Facility in each Ward.
AMENDMENT: Councillor Garrard and Councillor Valjak
(a) That Council endorse for the purposes of public exhibition, the following draft documents:
i. Delivery Program 2022-26 and Operational Plan 2024/25 including the draft Annual Budget 2024/25 and Schedule of Fees and Charges for 2024/25; with the exception of the proposed increase to the Councillors fees of 3% which shall not be increased.
ii. Draft updated Resourcing Strategy plans including the draft Long Term Financial Plan 2024-34; draft Workforce Management Strategy, draft Asset Management Strategy and associated Asset Management Plans.
(b) That the draft documents be placed on public exhibition for a period of not less than 28 days.
(c) That the Chief Executive Officer be delegated authority to make changes of a minor, administrative and/or non-policy nature to the draft documents during the public exhibition period.
(d) That the outcome of the public exhibition of the draft documents be reported to a June 2024 Council meeting for consideration during adoption of the final documents.
Record of Voting:
For the Amendment: Councillors Garrard, Green, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne
Against the Amendment: Lord Mayor Councillor Esber, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Bradley, Darley, Humphries, MacLean, Noack and Pandey
On being PUT to the meeting Voting on the Amendment was six (6) votes FOR and eight (8) votes AGAINST. The Amendment was LOST
PROCEDURAL MOTION:
Councillor Noack moved for the Motion to be Put.
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber Put the Motion.
(a) That Council endorse for the purposes of public exhibition, the following draft documents:
i. Delivery Program 2022-26 and Operational Plan 2024/25 including the draft Annual Budget 2024/25 and Schedule of Fees and Charges for 2024/25; and
ii. Draft updated Resourcing Strategy plans including the draft Long Term Financial Plan 2024-34; draft Workforce Management Strategy, draft Asset Management Strategy and associated Asset Management Plans.
iii. That the CEO investigate the scope and funding source for the activation of the River Foreshore (between Church St and the Ferry Wharf) with decorative lighting within the next 12 months and update Councillors at the next Budget Workshop.
(b) That the draft documents be placed on public exhibition for a period of not less than 28 days.
(c) That the Chief Executive Officer be delegated authority to make changes of a minor, administrative and/or non-policy nature to the draft documents during the public exhibition period.
(d) That the outcome of the public exhibition of the draft documents be reported to a June 2024 Council meeting for consideration during adoption of the final documents.
(e) That the CEO immediately commence the preparation of an updated Waste Strategy for the City of Parramatta including an investigation to explore the construction of a Recycling Facility in each Ward.
Record of Voting
For the Motion: Lord Mayor Councillor Esber, Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Bradley, Humphries, MacLean, Noack and Pandey
Against the Motion: Councillors Darley, Garrard, Green, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne
On being PUT to the meeting Voting on the Motion was seven (7) votes FOR and seven (7) votes AGAINST. The Lord Mayor used his casting vote. The Motion was CARRIED
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.RESOLVED: Councillor Noack and Councillor MacLean
(a) That Council endorse for the purposes of public exhibition, the following draft documents:
i. Delivery Program 2022-26 and Operational Plan 2024/25 including the draft Annual Budget 2024/25 and Schedule of Fees and Charges for 2024/25; and
ii. Draft updated Resourcing Strategy plans including the draft Long Term Financial Plan 2024-34; draft Workforce Management Strategy, draft Asset Management Strategy and associated Asset Management Plans.
iii. That the CEO investigate the scope and funding source for the activation of the River Foreshore (between Church St and the Ferry Wharf) with decorative lighting within the next 12 months and update Councillors at the next Budget Workshop.
(b) That the draft documents be placed on public exhibition for a period of not less than 28 days.
(c) That the Chief Executive Officer be delegated authority to make changes of a minor, administrative and/or non-policy nature to the draft documents during the public exhibition period. (d) That the outcome of the public exhibition of the draft documents be reported to a June 2024 Council meeting for consideration during adoption of the final documents.
(e) That the CEO immediately commence the preparation of an updated Waste Strategy for the City of Parramatta including an investigation to explore the construction of a Recycling Facility in each Ward.
Record of Voting
For the Motion: The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber, The Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv, Councillors Bradley, Humphries, MacLean, Noack and Pandey
Against the Motion: Councillors Darley, Garrard, Green, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne
On being PUT to the meeting Voting on the Motion was seven (7) votes FOR and seven (7) votes AGAINST. The Lord Mayor used his casting vote. The Motion was CARRIED |
14. Notices of Motion
14.1 |
Parking Issues in Newington and Lidcombe (Carter Street) - Event Parking and Demand for On-Street Parking in Residential Areas Deputy Lord Mayor Clr Dr Patricia Prociv
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Councillor Prociv withdrew her Motion |
Note: Councillor Pandey left the meeting at 9.48pm and did not return.
14.2 |
Wentworth Point High School - Construction of Oval Councillor Paul Noack
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RESOLVED: Councillor Noack and Councillor Siviero (a) That Council supports the delivery of the Wentworth Point oval for the high school (in addition to the delivery of a 3.9ha Peninsula Park).
(b) That Council notes the confidential advice received from staff on 21 December 2023 on the status of the Wentworth Point, Peninsula Park Precinct Support Scheme Funding Agreement.
(c) That Council notes there are existing covenants registered on the site that require the construction of the Peninsula Park prior to the issue of the residential Occupation Certificate that would authorise the occupancy of more than 350 units on the Landcom mixed-use site. These covenants were registered in 2016.
(d) That Council notes and reaffirms its position in its previous resolutions of 28 March 2022, 10 July 2023 and 20 November 2023.
(e) That the Lord Mayor write to the State Member for Parramatta, Donna Davis MP and the Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, the Hon Paul Scully MP calling on urgent action by the NSW Government to deliver the oval and Peninsula Park.
Record of Voting:
For the Motion: Unanimous
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'No Grounds' Evictions and Emergency Bookings for Clean Up Service for Renters Councillor Kellie Darley
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There was an absence of quorum and this Item was not debated as The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Councillors Garrard, Humphries, Noack, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne declared a Non-Pecuniary but Significant interest on this matter and left the meeting.
Councillor Green did not declare a conflict on interest on this Item but left the meeting.
The Deputy Lord Mayor, Councillor Prociv and Councillors Bradley, Darley and MacLean were present at the meeting.
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Note: At 9.56pm the following Councillors left the meeting:
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Councillors Garrard, Green, Humphries (online), Noack, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne.
Note: The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber vacated the Chair at 9.56pm and The Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Prociv assumed the role of Chairperson.
Note: At 9.58pm the following Councillors returned to the meeting:
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Esber and Councillors Garrard, Green, Humphries (online), Noack, Siviero, Valjak, Wang and Wearne.
15. Questions with Notice
15.1 |
Council’s Kerbside Clean Up Service Councillor Kellie Darley |
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This Item was dealt with earlier in the meeting. |
15.2 |
Provision of Bus Shelters in City of Parramatta Councillor Kellie Darley |
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This Item was dealt with earlier in the meeting. |
15.3 |
Additional Questions taken on Notice at 25 March 2024 Council Meeting Council Secretariat and Policy Officer |
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This Item was dealt with earlier in the meeting. |
15.4 |
Questions taken on Notice at 8 April 2024 Council Meeting Council Secretariat and Policy Officer |
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This Item was dealt with earlier in the meeting. |
16. CLOSED SESSION
16.1 |
ITT 22/2023 Tender: Maintenance of Stormwater Assets Manager Sustainability and Waste |
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This Item was dealt with earlier in the meeting. |
16.2 |
ITT 29/2023 Tender: Consultancy Services for Western River Precinct Connections Designs Team Leader Infrastructure Desing |
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This Item was dealt with earlier in the meeting. |
17. CONCLUSION OF MEETING
The meeting concluded at 9.58 pm.
This page and the preceding 28 pages are the Minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on Monday, 22 April 2024 and confirmed on Monday, 13 May 2024.
Chairperson
Petitions
13 May 2024
10.1 Petition: 'Dundas Valley Needs a Leads-off Dog Park' 38
Council 13 May 2024 Item 10.1
ITEM NUMBER 10.1
SUBJECT Petition: 'Dundas Valley Needs a Leads-off Dog Park'
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09428802
REPORT OF Council Secretariat & Policy Officer
CSP THEME: Fair
workshop/briefing date: Nil
PURPOSE:
This report is for Council to note the community request in the petition.
Recommendation:
That Council:
i. notes the petition requesting Council install a leads-off dog park in the suburb of Dundas Valley; and
ii. refers the petition to the Executive Director, City Assets and Operations.
BACKGROUND
1. Council received an electronic petition on 21 April 2024 containing 90 signatories. 33 signatories were from the City of Parramatta Local Government Area (LGA), three from overseas, one from out of state and the remaining from within NSW. This petition complies with the Petitions Policy and therefore should be accepted by Council.
2. Under Council’s Petition Policy at least 10 people including the Chief Petitioner must sign the petition. The petition includes the full name, address and phone number of the Chief Petitioner, and the full names and postcodes of all petitioners. The petitions concerns a matter that Council is authorised to determine - leads-off dog parks within the LGA.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATION FOR COUNCIL
3. A leads-off dog park is not currently budgeted for in the suburb and will need to be investigated by the Executive Director, City Assets and Operations.
Council Secretariat & Policy Officer
There are no attachments for this report.
REFERENCE MATERIAL
Reports to Council - For Notation
13 May 2024
12.1 Dog Owners Education Campaign - Off Leash Dog Parks................................. 40
Council 13 May 2024 Item 12.1
ITEM NUMBER 12.1
SUBJECT Dog Owners Education Campaign - Off Leash Dog Parks
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09330607
REPORT OF Service Manager Ranger and Parking Services
CSP THEME: Green
workshop/briefing date: NIL
PURPOSE:
This report provides information in relation to dog attacks and current education programs and works/signage.
That Council:
(a) Note that the number of reported dog attacks in off leash dog parks has decreased from three in 2022, one in 2023 to nil in 2024.
(b) Note the current process for reporting and responding to dog attacks in the LGA.
(c) Note current (and future) work undertaken by Council staff to educate the community regarding dog attacks including the installation of signage.
BACKGROUND
1. On 8 May 2023 Council resolved:
(a) That Council acknowledge the recent increase in media reports regarding dog attacks across various jurisdictions, and that it is important that local residents and owners be aware of the action to be taken in the event that an incident occurs in the City.
(b) That the Chief Executive Officer prepare a report to Council that investigates the following matters:
i. The current process for notifying Council of a dog attack in the City’s off leash dog parks;
ii. The establishment of an education campaign and updating of the Dog Park section of the City of Parramatta website, social media and relevant publications with information on how to report a dog incident and the roles of owners, victims and the Council;
iii. The current trends and number of attacks within off leash dog parks across the LGA and actions taken by Council officers; and
iv. The installation of appropriate signage to assist residents in notifying Council in any instance of a dog attack occurring in an off leash dog park.
v. The cost to Council to conduct a dog socialisation program at a discounted rate.
(c) That the Chief Executive Officer arrange for low-cost temporary signage to be installed at all off-leash dog parks to assist residents in notifying Council in any instance of a dog attack occurring, in the interim period until such time as the report is submitted to Council.
ISSUES/OPTIONS/CONSEQUENCES
2. Dog attacks can be reported to the Council through phone, email, or online channels. Additionally, Council accepts dog attack complaints after regular hours and will promptly respond if necessary, especially if securing the attacking dog is imperative.
3. When a complaint is received via phone, the Customer Contact Centre (CCC) team will escalate the service request to the Supervisors of Ranger and Parking Services. They will then assess the details to determine if immediate action is warranted. It should be noted that most dog attacks are reported after the incident, often the following day(s), as complainants typically prioritise seeking medical or veterinary care initially. There is no separate process for reporting a dog attack based on the location of the incident.
4. Council provides information on dog attacks on our website at COP/living/parra-pets/animal-responsibility/dogs. This information includes the definition of a dog attack, potential fines or prosecution for owners of attacking dogs, how to report an attack to Council, and the option to report an attack 24/7.
5. The social media team has also updated the Parra Pets Matta Facebook group page. The primary objective of this group is to aid pet owners in reuniting with their lost pets and to offer the community insights into companion animal legislation in NSW, responsible pet ownership, general pet advice, and the promotion of various programs such as the annual desexing program and the Keeping Cats Safe at Home initiative.
6. A media release in January 2024 and
supporting communications drove local news coverage, boosting community
awareness of the Facebook page and initiative. Additionally, the
Animal Management team has developed a content calendar to ensure consistent
and high-quality posts, crucial for the group's success. The campaign has
entailed the design and production of a suite of campaign assets aimed at
promoting the Facebook group.
· Social media posts
· Parra News ad
· Digital screens & digital kiosks
· A5 flyers
· A4 posters
· A3 posters
· Email signatures
7. The deployment of these materials is presently in progress and will persist to further boost followership on the page.
8. Council staff are presently in the process of updating our webpage to include information on the responsibilities of dog owners, victims, and the Council. Legal advice is being sought to ensure compliance with legislative requirements regarding the content of the webpage.
9. Historically there are very low numbers of attacks within off-leash areas reported to the Council. Currently, there is a decrease in the number of this type of incident. In 2023 Council recorded one attack down from three in 2022 and two in 2021. No attacks have been reported so far in 2024.
10. Appropriate signage has been installed in all off-leash parks (refer attached) within the Parramatta LGA which contains information about dog park ‘etiquette’ and how to report a dog attack. This was completed in October 2023 with the exception of George Kendall Reserve as this is currently closed and undergoing construction. Signage will be installed once these works are completed, and signage will also be installed in the proposed West Epping Park and FS Garside Park in Granville once works are completed.
Subsidising Private Dog Trainers – Owners’ Education
11. Council officers have requested information from four local dog trainers to seek advice on the cost of a dog training program in order to determine if a subsidised dog training program can be offered. Only one private trainer has provided a submission and willingness to provide group training and partner with Council. Their submission is attached, and a summary of their full costs is attached in the Confidential Attachment.
12. Council officers have evaluated the cost of training programs against the number of dog attacks in off leash dog parks and have determined that there is no value in offering to subsidise private dog training programs.
13. Based on feedback by providers, the dog training service is usually taken up by compliant dog owners who genuinely want obedient dogs rather than those who prefer aggressive dogs. The fact that there have been no attacks this year and only one in 2023 demonstrates there is no immediate problem with dog attacks in Council’s off leash dog parks.
CONSULTATION & TIMING
Stakeholder Consultation
14. The following stakeholder consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
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Stakeholder Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Responsibility |
28 Feb 2024 |
Open Space and Parks team |
Ensure Community Services team is consulted |
Noted |
Michelle Burke Ranger and Parking Services |
28 Feb 2024 |
Social and Community Services |
Can provide open spaces for activity. Three suggestions are McCoy Park, Toongabbie Ollie Webb Reserve, Parramatta Belmore Park, North Parramatta however, details yet to be determined. |
Noted |
Michelle Burke Ranger and Parking Services |
LEGAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
15. There are no legal implications for Council associated with this report.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
Michelle Burke
Service Manager Ranger and Parking Services
Adrian Mihaila
Health & Building Services Manager
George Bounassif
Executive Director City Assets and Operations
John Angilley
Executive Director Finance & Information
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
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A5 Poster promoting Parra Pets Matta Facebook Group |
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Email banner promoting Parra Pets Matta |
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Dog Park Etiquette and Reporting Incidents A2 signage |
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Proposal - Dog Training (confidential) |
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REFERENCE MATERIAL
Reports to Council - For Council Decision
13 May 2024
13.1 Adoption of Regulatory Enforcement Policy and Rescission of Superseded Regulatory Services Policies 48
13.2 Adoption of Councillor Workshops Policy 2024..... 94
13.3 LATE REPORT: Public Exhibition: 'Parramatta 2050' - A Long Term Strategic Vision for the City............ 106
13.4 Public Exhibition: Draft Kleins Road Pedestrian and Cyclist Corridor Study................. 196
13.5 Preparation of an Integrated Transport Strategy for City of Parramatta...................... 243
13.6 Compulsory Acquisition (by Agreement) of Part of Toongabbie East Public School for a Cycleway..... 248
Council 13 May 2024 Item 13.1
ITEM NUMBER 13.1
SUBJECT Adoption of Regulatory Enforcement Policy and Rescission of Superseded Regulatory Services Policies
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09363755
REPORT OF Policy Officer
CSP THEME: Fair
workshop/briefing date: Policy Review Committee – 25 October 2023
PURPOSE:
To seek Council’s adoption of the Regulatory Enforcement Policy (Policy 306), and to rescind the superseded Building Compliance Enforcement Policy (Policy 316) and Restricted Premises Enforcement Policy (Policy 323).
(a) That Council adopt the Regulatory Enforcement Policy 2024 (Policy 306), as attached to this report.
(b) That Council endorse the immediate rescission of the following Council Policies:
i. Policy 316 – Building Compliance Enforcement Policy; and
ii. Policy 323 – Restricted Premises Enforcement Policy.
BACKGROUND
1. On 11 March 2024, Council resolved to place the Regulatory Enforcement Policy (Policy 306) on public exhibition for a period of 28 days.
2. The Regulatory Enforcement Policy was placed on public exhibition from 18 March until 17 April 2024. Submissions on the Policy were invited by contacting Council’s Governance Team directly or by using Council’s Participate Parramatta portal. Printed copies of exhibition materials were also made available for viewing at Council’s library branches and Customer Service Centre.
ISSUES/OPTIONS/CONSEQUENCES
3. In total the Participate Parramatta page for the Regulatory Enforcement Policy received 160 views. No submissions were received from members of the public.
4. Council officers do not propose any changes to the Policy as a result of the public exhibition.
5. The Regulatory Enforcement Policy recommended for adoption is provided at Attachment 1.
6. Once adopted, the updated Regulatory Enforcement Policy will establish a more comprehensive regulatory enforcement framework for Council and will therefore supersede a number of specific enforcement policies. These redundant Council Policies should be rescinded. This recommendation was supported at the Policy Review Committee meeting on 25 October 2023.
7. The Council Policies identified as being superseded by the updated Regulatory Enforcement Policy and recommended for immediate rescission are:
Title |
Last adopted by Council |
316 – Building Compliance Enforcement Policy |
2017 |
323 – Restricted Premises Enforcement Policy |
2017 |
8. Reference copies of the Council Policies recommended for rescission can be found at Attachments 2 and 3.
CONSULTATION & TIMING
Stakeholder Consultation
9. The following stakeholder consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
Stakeholder |
Stakeholder Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Responsibility |
18 March - 17 April 2024 |
Public Exhibition |
No submissions received during Public Exhibition period. |
Noted |
Governance |
Councillor Consultation
10. The following Councillor consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
Councillor |
Councillor Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Responsibility |
4 October 2022 |
Policy Review Committee |
Noted that staff would be reviewing ongoing Council’s policy portfolio to identify redundant items to retire. |
Noted and actioned |
Governance |
23 October 2023 |
Policy Review Committee |
Councillors provided feedback on the draft Regulatory Enforcement Policy. Councillors raised the following recommendations: a. Delete clause 5.8, regarding procedural requirements for Councillors. b. Ensure clarity is provided where Council is not authorised to investigate reports of unlawful activity regarding private certifiers. |
Recommended amendments incorporated into the draft.
Verified that Scope clause 1.1 sets out clear examples of where Council is the authorised body to investigate reports alleging unlawful activity within its remit. |
Regulatory Services + Governance |
23 October 2023 |
Policy Review Committee |
Supported Restricted Premises Enforcement Policy and Building Compliance Enforcement Policy to be put to Council to endorse rescinding following adoption of updated Regulatory Enforcement Policy.
Requested additional information on Council’s systems for implementing operational service standards in the absence of the Building Compliance Enforcement Policy. |
Noted and actioned.
Confirmed that service standards are integrated into Pathway application, for receiving and responding to Service Requests. |
Regulatory Services + Governance |
January 2024 |
Policy Review Committee |
Considered via email staff recommendation to re-instate draft clause 5.8 (b)-(d), and to only delete proposed sub-clause (a), regarding requirement for Councillors to refer customers to submit Service Requests.
Supported to re-instate clause 5.8 (b)-(d), with amendment raised by Clr Bradley to sub-clause (c) to delete “are being duly implemented”, to ensure accurate representation. |
Verified that 5.8 sub-clauses (b)-(d) are consistent with current Code of Conduct requirements for Councillors, and serve as procedural clarification.
Reinstated clause 5.8 (b)-(d), with Clr Bradley’s amended wording. |
Regulatory Services + Chief Executive Officer |
LEGAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
11. The draft was reviewed by Council’s Legal Services Unit, and the Regulatory Enforcement Policy recommended to be adopted does not present any legal concerns.
12. There are no legal implications associated with rescinding the superseded Building Compliance Enforcement Policy and Restricted Premises Enforcement Policy.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
13. If Council resolves to approve this report in accordance with the recommendations, there are no unbudgeted financial implications for Council.
Melissa McIsaac
Policy Officer
Adrian Mihaila
Health & Building Services Manager
George Bounassif
Executive Director City Assets and Operations
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
1⇩ |
For Adoption - Regulatory Enforcement Policy 2024 |
11 Pages |
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2⇩ |
For Information - Building Compliance Enforcement Policy 2017 |
17 Pages |
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3⇩ |
For Information - Restricted Premises Enforcement Policy 2017 |
14 Pages |
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REFERENCE MATERIAL
ITEM NUMBER 13.2
SUBJECT Adoption of Councillor Workshops Policy 2024
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09384516
REPORT OF Policy Officer
CSP THEME: Fair
workshop/briefing date: Policy Review Committee – 27 April 2023
Policy Review Committee – 26 July 2023
Policy Review Committee – 20 February 204
PURPOSE:
To seek Council’s adoption of the Councillor Workshops Policy (Policy 381).
(a) That Council notes that no submissions were received following re-exhibition of the Councillor Workshops Policy.
(b) That Council adopts the Councillor Workshops Policy, as attached to this report.
BACKGROUND
1. On 11 September 2023, Council resolved the place the Councillor Workshops Policy on public exhibition. The draft Policy was placed on public exhibition from 18 September until 17 October 2023, with no submissions received.
2. On 6 November 2023, Council resolved to refer the matter back to the Policy Review Committee for further consultation.
3. The draft Policy was presented to the 20 February 2024 Policy Review Committee Meeting. At the meeting, the Committee recommended several substantive changes, which required the draft to be re-exhibited.
4. On 25 March 2024, Council resolved to place the revised Councillor Workshops Policy on public exhibition for a period of 28 days.
5. The Councillor Workshops Policy was placed on public exhibition from 2 April until 1 May 2024. Submissions on the Policy were invited from members of the public by contacting Council’s Governance Team directly or by using Council’s Participate Parramatta portal. Printed copies of exhibition materials were also made available for viewing at Council’s library branches and Customer Service Centre.
ISSUES/OPTIONS/CONSEQUENCES
6. In total the Participate Parramatta page for the revised Councillor Workshops Policy received 99 views, however, there were no submissions received from members of the public.
7. Council officers do not propose any changes to the draft because of the public exhibition.
8. The Councillor Workshops Policy recommended for adoption is provided at Attachment 1.
CONSULTATION & TIMING
Stakeholder Consultation
9. The following stakeholder consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
Stakeholder |
Stakeholder Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Responsibility |
18 September – 17 October 2023 |
Public Exhibition |
No submission received during Public Exhibition period. |
Noted |
Governance |
2 April – 1 May 2024 |
Public Exhibition |
No submission received during Public Exhibition period. |
Noted |
Governance |
Councillor Consultation
10. The following Councillor consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
Councillor |
Councillor Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Responsibility |
27 April 2023 |
Policy Review Committee meeting |
Councillors provided feedback on the initial draft. Councillors raised the following amendments and questions: a. Review use of term “outcomes” for describing actions and questions taken from Workshops, where tasks are in-progress. b. Remove specification of particular days of the week for scheduling Workshops. c. Further investigate Council’s framework for resolving Workshop actions, and consider adding to the Policy a timeframe for resolving and/or periodically updating Councillors on progress, and requirements for tracking outcomes and informing Councillors. d. Ensure requirements are consistent with 2022 Council Resolution regarding advanced circulation of Workshop presentations. |
Recommended amendments incorporated into draft, and feedback used to inform further internal consultation. |
Governance |
26 July 2023 |
Policy Review Committee meeting |
Committee Members provided feedback on the completed draft. No further changes proposed. |
Noted |
Governance |
November 2023 |
Clr Phil Bradley |
Raised concerns regarding supplementary guidance provided in Schedule 1 Identifying Confidential Information. |
References to the Local Government Act as defining confidentiality requirements for Councillor Workshops removed from Schedule 1, and revised draft presented for consultation at 20 February Policy Review Committee meeting. |
Governance |
20 February 2024 |
Policy Review Committee meeting |
Supported removal of references to the Local Government Act from Schedule 1.
The Committee requested the following further amendments to the draft Policy: a. Clause 3.2: Update “meeting” to be specified as “Councillor Workshops”, to clarify where minimum staff attendance requirements apply. Verify if clause is a relevant WHS requirement. b. Clause 5.1: Add to options of where Councillor Workshops may be organised, “(b) as requested by a minimum of three Councillors, and as approved by the CEO”. c. Clause 5.5: Add specification of outcomes “records”. d. Clause 5.5.1: Add new sub-clause directive for Council to maintain an outcomes tracker or register, to be accessible for Councillors. e. Clause 5.7: Change the quorum requirement to five Councillors. f. Clause 5.12: Clarify that the Lord Mayor and CEO “may consider” cancelling a session if the confirmed number of attending Councillors is less than quorum. g. Add directive that Councillors are to be notified where there will be external participants. h. Schedule 1 section 4: Clarify that internal Council information may be made available at the time the relevant Council Agenda is published to the public, unless subject to other confidential constraints. |
Recommended amendments incorporated into draft as follows:
a. Clause 3.2: Verified the directive is not specifically relevant to Councillor Workshops, deleted clause. b. Implemented c. Implemented d. Implemented e. Implemented f. Implemented g. Added sub-clause 5.2.1, that it will be stated in the calendar invite to advise where external participants may be attending. h. Implemented |
Governance |
20 February 2024 |
Policy Review Committee meeting |
The Committee raised the following question for investigation: a. Clause 5.12: Verify that the stated timeframe to provide presentations before the Workshop is consistent with the previous Council resolution on the matter. |
Verified that the timeframe stated in clause 5.12 (48 hours prior) is consistent with Council Resolution from 8 August 2022. |
Governance |
LEGAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
11. The draft was reviewed by Council’s Legal Services Unit, and the Policy recommended for public exhibition does not present any legal concerns.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
12. If Council resolves to approve this report in accordance with the recommendation, there are no unbudgeted financial implications associated with adoption of this Policy.
Melissa McIsaac
Policy Officer
John Angilley
Executive Director Finance & Information
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
1⇩ |
For Adoption - Councillor Workshops Policy 2024 |
7 Pages |
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REFERENCE MATERIAL
Council 13 May 2024 Item 13.3
ITEM NUMBER 13.3
SUBJECT LATE REPORT: Public Exhibition: 'Parramatta 2050' - A Long Term Strategic Vision for the City
REFERENCE F2022/03176 - D09268911
REPORT OF Project Team Lead; Change Manager
CSP THEME: Innovative
workshop/briefing date: 28 October 2023, 4 March 2024, 20 March 2024, 2 APRIL 2024, 15 APril 2024, 29 April 2024
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this report is to seek endorsement to publicly exhibit Council’s draft long term strategic vision for the City - ‘Parramatta 2050’.
(a) That Council exhibits the draft Parramatta 2050 strategic vision for the City for up to 28 days.
(b) That Council authorises the Chief Executive Officer to make editorial amendments of a minor and/or non-policy nature to the draft Parramatta 2050.
(c) That Council receives a further report detailing the outcomes of the public exhibition.
LORD MAYOR’S STRATEGIC VISION
1. In June 2023, the Lord Mayor commenced discussions with the CEO regarding a range of initiatives that would assist in securing Parramatta’s position as Western Sydney’s only global city and the as leader of government in Western Sydney.
2. The need for a consolidated long term strategic vision for the City was identified - similar to those that exist for other global cities - to ensure that Parramatta was able to thrive into the future and secure its position as an important and influential Australian city.
3. In order to track the City’s journey towards achieving Parramatta 2050, the Lord Mayor established a pre-eminent panel of global experts to advise on the development of the vision and its ongoing relevance in the Nation. The Point Parramatta panel members were appointed to point Parramatta towards global city status, benchmark Parramatta against other global cities, bring a diverse range of expertise, perspectives and skills and advocate for Parramatta 2050 at a national level and on the international stage.
4. The CEO formed an in-house project team and commenced early work on the preparation of a strategic vision for the City (Parramatta 2050), resulting in a presentation to Councillors at their Strategy Day in October 2023. As a result of this work, Councillors endorsed the preparation of a long-term vision for the City with a 25 year horizon, including bold city-shaping initiatives with global and reputational impacts.
5. In response to this endorsement, Council officers undertook a robust research and strategy development process to draft Parramatta 2050. Three critical components of this process were as follows:
a. A Councillor Consultation Program, which is discussed in further detail in the section of this report entitled “Consultation and Timing”.
b. A comprehensive Research and Evidence Base which sought to illuminate challenges & opportunities for Parramatta, clearly understand the City’s profile and strategic context (including existing community consultation results), establish what it means to a “global city”, and learn lessons from comparable visioning pursuits.
c. An Engagement Program during which the project team consulted with community, a broad range of external stakeholders, and internal experts.
6. Attachment 2: Parramatta 2050 Background Report provides further detail about the vision development process, including how research and engagement outcomes underpin the recommended Vision. This work is presented in the following structure:
a. Part 1 summarises the research and engagement programs.
b. Part 2 presents key themes emerging from those programs of work.
c. Part 3 summarises the development process for the Vision’s tagline and Strategic Directions.
d. Part 4 summarises the evidence basis that underpins each initiative set forward in the Vision.
RATIONALE FOR VISION
7. This report recommends exhibition of Parramatta 2050, a long-term strategic vision that reimagines our City’s future and aims to position Parramatta on a global stage. There is an urgent and manifold rationale for this vision as follows:
a. Unprecedented Transformation: The City of Parramatta is undergoing significant transformation in the centre of one of Australia’s fastest growing regions. Our population of approximately 256,000 people will grow significantly in the coming decades, with half a million people estimated to call people Parramatta home by 2050. In the midst of servicing this growth, Council must also maintain an “eye on the horizon” by proactively planning for how this transformation will be best managed and leveraged for the City’s benefit.
b. Leveraging our key assets: Parramatta is already a magnet for services and infrastructure that drive employment, education, recreational and cultural and creative outcomes for Western Sydney and Greater Sydney at large. There is significant opportunity for Parramatta to leverage our assets which include a strategically advantageous location at the centre of metropolitan Sydney, unprecedented infrastructure investment from multiple levels of Government, a talented and highly-skilled population, and major precinct-scale redevelopment opportunities extant in our urban landscape. Council can harness these and other assets in new and coordinated ways by taking a longer-term approach to our thinking and focusing our attention on a larger and more comprehensive scale than in the past.
c. Recognising our global positioning: Rethinking our city through a global lens reveals many existing assets upon which we can capitalise. The cultural diversity of Australia is clearly evident here, with 91 languages spoken across our City. The City is strategically positioned between two international airports, providing an opportunity to reimagine Parramatta as the “Gateway to Australia”. We are home to the largest hospital complex in the Southern hemisphere, and we are a magnet for international students from around the world. Cultural, sporting and entertainment venues in our City host events with international draw. We can seize a significant opportunity by creating a globally-focused and external-facing vision that links these threads and seeks to boldly promote our City on a bigger stage.
d. Unified strategic governance: In response to the challenges and opportunities noted above, Council has already prepared a number of strategic documents that outline our future aspirations. While these documents are important tools to prioritise activities, guide stakeholder alignment and advocate for our City, these documents tend to have a short- to medium-term focus and a theme-limited scope. They do not put forward a broad, long-term vision to position Parramatta in a national or international context, nor do they identify the future city-shaping projects required to achieve that vision.
e. Precedence: It is common practice for organisations – including Local Government entities – to identify long-term strategic aspirations through formation of a critical unifying strategy. Precedent examples include City of Sydney’s Sustainable Sydney 2030-2050 Continuing the Vison and Georges River’s Leading for Change.
8. In summary, as Parramatta continues its trajectory of transformation, we require a visionary document that takes a future focus beyond our current work program and capitalises on the unique opportunities we have in this moment. Council has responded to these imperatives by preparing Parramatta 2050.
9. The remainder of this report summarises the development and recommended components of Parramatta 2050. The draft recommended Vision is included at Attachment 1, and this report recommends its exhibition.
PARRAMATTA 2050: TAGLINE
10. Start Your Story At Parramatta is the recommended “tagline” for the Parramatta 2050 Vision document.
11. The tagline’s development was the subject of extensive consultation and discussion with internal and external stakeholders, as well as with Councillors. This consultation was part of an iterative process in which many different options were explored, and a wide range of views and preferences from different stakeholders were expressed. Ultimately, Council officers recommend Start Your Story At Parramatta due to the relative strength of its performance across the following imperatives:
a. Concise: Clear and concise
b. Aspirational: Paint a compelling picture of where we want to be
c. Unique: Be unique and help Parramatta to stand out
d. Authentic: Reflect genuine aspirations and values for Parramatta
e. Cut-through: Ability to cut through and capture attention and be easy to remember
f. Scalable: Be able to respond to the ‘global’ and the ‘local’ from an ‘individual’ to a ‘business’
g. Translatable: Easily translatable into different languages
12. Part 3 of Attachment 2 addresses in further detail how the recommended tagline emerged from the iterative process of vision development. In particular, the recommended taglines and various other options explored are assessed in more detail against the above imperatives.
PARRAMATTA 2050: STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS AND VISION STATEMENT
13. Parramatta 2050 puts forward three Strategic Directions that define what we “do” in our City. These directions guide our work towards the vision, align our resources and efforts, and help us ensure that everyone understands where Parramatta is headed. The directions are summarised as follows:
Table 2: Summary of proposed Strategic Directions of Parramatta 2050
Gather |
Create |
Accelerate |
We are a gathering place where the world meets to share ideas and experiences.
We lead in collaboration with First Nations People.
We are known for our diversity and warm sense of welcome.
We are the home of sporting and diverse cultural experiences. |
We facilitate and support our community’s diverse creative and cultural expression.
We partner and co-create to deliver shared value and meaningful experiences.
We are home to internationally-renowned venues and creation spaces. |
We are a city of firsts, where people dare to try new things.
We amplify Parramatta's education, health, research, and innovation economy.
We foster collaborations between educational institutions and industries, locally and globally. |
14. The Strategic Directions also anchor the recommended “vision statement” – a succinct and evocative narrative component of the vision which describes our aspirations for 2050 as follows:
In 2050…Parramatta is a global city that invites people to gather, create and accelerate. By gathering a world of stories and experiences in one place, Parramatta creates space for expression, connection and opportunity. The dynamic fabric of our City represents the acceleration of Parramatta beyond the bounds of current thinking. We respect our past, embrace today, and work together to create a better, bolder tomorrow.
15. The Strategic Directions were the subject of extensive consultation and discussion with internal and external stakeholders, as well as with Councillors. Part 3 of Attachment 2 addresses in further detail how the recommended Strategic Directions emerged from the iterative process of vision development.
PARRAMATTA 2050: SPATIAL VISION
16. The spatial vision recognizes that the global opportunities for Parramatta are concentrated in five key districts connected by both the Parramatta River and the Metro line. Previously five separate places, the key move presented in Parramatta 2050 is to consider them together as one integrated city. By 2050 each district will have distinct identities powered by different strengths, but together will form one great place to gather, create and accelerate. The map and district titles below summarise this component of the vision.
Figure 1: Parramatta 2050 proposed spatial vision
Table 2: Districts proposed in Parramatta 2050
Health and Innovation District |
Westmead/Parramatta North |
Headquarters District |
Parramatta CBD & Surrounds |
Model City District |
Camellia-Rosehill |
Future Jobs District |
Silverwater |
Celebration District |
Sydney Olympic Park |
17. The spatial vision received a high level of support across stakeholders engaged throughout the vision development process. The research and engagement underpinning the spatial vision is addressed in more detail in Part 4 of Attachment 2.
PARRAMATTA 2050: GAME CHANGERS
18. Parramatta 2050 puts forward twelve Game Changers that will elevate our status to global city and point Parramatta towards 2050. The Game Changers are summarised in the table below.
Table 3: Summary of Game Changers proposed in Parramatta 2050
A world leader in First Nations partnerships
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This initiative seeks to establish partnerships between Council and Dharug People, the Traditional Owners of the land, waterways and skies we call City of Parramatta today. Council also commits to supporting other Government agencies in developing their relationships with First Nations People, as well as critical pieces of First Nations cultural infrastructure within Parramatta. |
Western Sydney’s jobs engine |
This initiative establishes a critical platform around jobs for the City, committing to no further loss in local jobs opportunities and identifying that at least 150,000 additional jobs will be required to meet that target. This platform also identifies key employment directions for each of the five districts, including sectoral opportunities and policy positions that will support employment growth in each. |
The epicentre of creativity
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This initiative embodies Council’s commitment to embedding culture into Parramatta’s fabric. Key moves include growing the City’s 24-hour economy, a new contemporary art gallery, housing for creatives, and a suite of enabling policies and planning moves to support a creative city. Together, these initiatives will cement Parramatta’s status as a beacon of cultural excellence for generations to come. |
The home of festivals, sports and entertainment |
This initiative envisions Parramatta’s ascent as a sports and entertainment powerhouse through strategic partnerships, advocacy, and planning initiatives. Leveraging an existing strength and legacy, this initiative aims to position the City as the ultimate destination for sports and conventions in Australia and worldwide. By championing emerging trends such as esports, advocating for national team affiliations, empowering women in sports and fostering collaboration with sporting entities, Parramatta is poised to drive both economic growth and national pride. |
Asia-Pacific’s centre for best-in-class education |
This initiative represents a comprehensive effort to revolutionise Parramatta’s educational landscape to offer the finest student experience in Australia. The initiative aims to position us as the most globally-connected university city in the nation, including initiatives to invite top-tier international institutions to the City and facilitate international exchanges. We will also foster opportunities linking university and TAFE students with community and industry, using the City’s transformation as a “living laboratory” for students and ensuring students call Parramatta home long after completing their studies. |
An unrivalled river city |
This initiative aims to establish Parramatta as a global leader in resilience, regeneration and recreation. Central to this vision is the development of the Central River Parklands. Stretching across the five districts of Global Parramatta and building on Council’s River Vision, these parklands will not only connect communities but also offer a tranquil space for relaxation amidst the offerings of Global Parramatta. Additionally, they will play a crucial role in preserving and enriching opportunities to connect with Country and stories for future generations. |
We are seizing future opportunities in… |
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Camellia-Rosehill: A model city |
We envision Camellia-Rosehill as a world-class example of urban regeneration, emerging by 2050 as a “model city”. Critical to this approach is establishing Camellia-Rosehill as the nation’s first example of a city that responds to the seventeen UN Sustainable Development Goals. Anchored by these Goals, Camellia-Rosehill will be a testing ground for a new mode of city planning that moves away from outdated impact management systems and towards a focus on key outcomes of equity, resilience, wellbeing and prosperity. |
Silverwater: Jobs for the future |
Council recognizes that future steps in Silverwater must be charted carefully, and Silverwater must be future-proofed with appropriate infrastructure and a nuanced understanding of how global economies might translate into Parramatta’s story. This initiative also proposes to reimagine Silverwater gaol and its contribution to a range of possible futures for Global Parramatta. |
Enablers: What we need to get there… |
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Connections to the world |
An ambitious public transport platform that places Parramatta at the centre of a new transport network for Sydney and beyond. This platform identifies several critical components of an expanded transport network for which Council will continue to advocate and secure commitments. |
Nation-leading governance |
This initiative defines key terms for a future legislative Act for the City of Parramatta that will equip the City with the requisite tools and authority to manage growth and development in line with the vision. Key components include redefining Council’s remit with respect to Sydney Olympic Park and Parramatta Park, better coordinating planning and infrastructure decision-making, managing planning issues collaboratively, and examining appropriate revenue reform. This initiative also provides a vehicle for Parramatta to serve as a testing ground for innovative and outcomes-focused planning approaches, and for discussing infrastructure funding options for the City. |
Western Sydney Cabinet of Mayors |
Following the conclusion of the Greater Cities Commission, Council perceives a critical role for Local Governments to work together on regional governance and projects to ensure that Western Sydney’s potential is unlocked. This enabling project establishes the Western Sydney Cabinet of Mayors as a critical table where Western Sydney Local Government leaders will gather to align on joint advocacy, funding and projects that globally position all of Western Sydney. |
Parramatta International |
Council seeks to establish an entity dedicated to fostering Parramatta's economic development, attracting international investment and working in partnership with State and Federal government. This enabler is inspired by precedent examples across the globe, including Montreal International. |
19. The Game Changers have incorporated Councillor feedback; in particular, all draft initiatives that gained support at a three-hour vision development Councillor workshop held on 20 March 2024 are reflected in the draft vision recommended for exhibition. The research and engagement underpinning each Game Changers is addressed in further detail in Part 4 of Attachment 2.
PARRAMATTA 2050: IMPLEMENTATION
20. The proposed implementation approach for Parramatta 2050 has six main components as follows:
a. Council’s Strategic Governance Framework (discussed in further detail in the next section of this report)
b. Point Parramatta 2050 (a forum of global experts who will help point Council towards success)
c. Evaluation tool kit (detailed monitoring and evaluation of the Vision)
d. Action Plans (detailed prospectuses for the Vision’s initiatives)
e. Advocacy (building on Council’s 2023 commitment to create its first advocacy strategy, also discussed in the next section of this report)
f. Collective Championing (Council, community and other leaders working together to advance the aims of Parramatta 2050)
RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER STRATEGIC DOCUMENTS
21. Parramatta 2050 complements Council’s Community Strategic Plan (CSP) and other key strategic documents by serving as the externally-focused and higher-level Council visioning piece that helps frame conversations within the remainder of Council’s strategic governance framework. This relationship is explained in further detail in the below image:
Figure 2: Summary of roles and relationships of documents within Council’s strategic governance framework
22. Parramatta 2050 also has an important relationship with Council’s forthcoming Advocacy Strategy, as the initiatives set out within the vision document identify a number of critical advocacy needs for the City. This vision should underpin the development of Council’s advocacy platform.
CONSULTATION & TIMING
Stakeholder Consultation
23. The following stakeholder consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter; please also refer to Attachment 2 for detail on how stakeholders were engaged in this process, and key outcomes of that consultation.
Date |
Stakeholder |
Stakeholder Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Responsibility |
Various (including ongoing program of Community ward workshops) |
Community |
Refer Attachment 2 for detail |
Group Manager City Strategic Planning |
|
Various |
External Stakeholders |
Group Manager City Strategic Planning |
||
Various |
Internal subject matter experts |
Group Manager City Strategic Planning |
Councillor Consultation
24. The following Councillor consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter.
Date |
Councillor |
Councillor Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Responsibility |
June/July 2023 |
Lord Mayor |
Discussions regarding the preparation of one long-term vision for the City and enablers such as WestCom |
Early/preparatory work and research commences |
Chief Executive Officer |
28 October 2023
(Councillor Strategy Day – 1 hour) |
All Councillors invited |
Councillor Strategy Day discussed parameters of vision development; Councillors supported progression. |
Councillor officers progressed vision research and development. |
Chief Executive Officer/ Executive Director City Planning & Design |
4 March 2024
(Vision Workshop #1 – 2 hours) |
All Councilors invited |
Progress on research shared to date; Councillors requested further detail through additional workshops. |
Additional workshops were arranged. |
Executive Director City Planning & Design |
7 March 2024
(packs eliciting written feedback from Councillors to prepare for Vision Workshop #2) |
Packs sent to all Councillors |
Nine packs of written feedback were received either prior to or at Vision Workshop #2, including 29 new ideas for consideration. |
Officers considered and integrated Councillor feedback into vision development. |
Executive Director City Planning & Design |
13 March 2024
(make-up session for Vision Workshop #1) |
Clr Siviero |
Progress on research shared to date. |
Informational session. |
Executive Director City Planning & Design |
20 March 2024
(Vision Workshop #2 – 3 hours) |
All Councilors invited |
Councillors shared detailed responses to broad range of project proposals. |
Officers considered and integrated Councillor feedback into vision development. |
Executive Director City Planning & Design |
2 April 2024
(Vision Workshop #3 – 1 hour) |
All Councilors invited |
Discussion focused on options for the vision’s tagline and strategic directions. |
Officers considered and integrated Councillor feedback into vision development. |
Executive Director City Planning & Design |
15 April 2024
(Vision Workshop #4 – 1 hour) |
All Councilors invited |
Discussion focused on updating Councillors on draft components for the vision document. |
Officers integrated Councillor feedback into vision development. |
Executive Director City Planning & Design |
29 April 2024
(Pre-report workshop - 1 hour) |
All Councilors invited |
Final draft recommended vision components were shared. |
Officers finalised Vision document for reporting to Council. |
Executive Director City Planning & Design |
25. As detailed above, consultation included nine hours of Councillors workshops plus additional activity as follows:
a. A Councillor Strategy Day session where the vision development parameters were discussed and supported,
b. A series of four workshops focused on vision development,
c. Invitation to provide written feedback on work-in-progress initiatives as well as propose additional initiatives for consideration, and
d. A pre-report workshop detailing final draft recommendations.
LEGAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
26. There are no legal implications for Council associated with this report.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
27. If Council resolves to approve this report in accordance with the recommendation, there are no unbudgeted financial implications for Council’s budget. The costs associated with the recommended public exhibition can be met within existing resources.
NEXT STEPS
28. This report recommends exhibiting the vision document for up to 28 days. The expected next step would then be a report back to Council detailing the outcomes of exhibition. Pending Council’s approval of the final vision, Council officers would then progress a process which includes:
a. Finalisation of the evaluation and monitoring framework
b. Continued internal and external consultation
c. Development of detailed prospectuses for the Vision’s initiatives
Sarah Baker
Acting Strategy Manager
Robert Cologna
Group Manager, Strategic Land Use Planning
Jennifer Concato
Executive Director City Planning and Design
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
1⇩ |
Parramatta 2050 - Draft Vision for Public Exhibition |
36 Pages |
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2⇩ |
Parramatta 2050 - Background Report |
43 Pages |
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ITEM NUMBER 13.4
SUBJECT Public Exhibition: Draft Kleins Road Pedestrian and Cyclist Corridor Study
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09374178
REPORT OF Senior Project Officer Transport Planning
CSP THEME: Accessible
workshop/briefing date: NIL
PURPOSE:
This report seeks Council’s approval to publicly exhibit the draft Kleins Road Pedestrian and Cyclist Corridor Study in Northmead, Winston Hills and North Parramatta.
(a) That Council approve the draft Kleins Road Pedestrian and Cyclist Corridor Study at Attachment 1 for public exhibition for a minimum period of 28 days.
(b) That the outcomes of public exhibition be reported to Parramatta Traffic Committee and Council.
BACKGROUND
1. Council has a strong track record of securing external funding for pedestrian and cyclist projects. Since 2017, with the support of the State and Federal Governments, Council has delivered 8.5km of improved cycling infrastructure to the value of $53M, with an additional $135M secured to plan, design and construct a further 20km. A key consideration for funding partners is whether the community has been consulted on a project, as community support is a key consideration in deciding whether to award future funding for capital works. Public exhibition is the first stage of that process, and it also ensures community input can inform the design as it progresses.
2. State (Westmead Place Strategy, TfNSW Strategic Cycleways Corridors and Green Grid) and Council (Bike Plan 2017 and Parramatta Ways) policies identify Kleins Road from Northmead as a key pedestrian and cyclist link to Parramatta Park and the Parramatta River foreshore paths if a new bridge over Darling Mills Creek is delivered. A feasibility study and concept design for the corridor has been prepared as per Figure 1 below.
Figure 1: Kleins Road main corridor – predominantly separated pedestrian and cyclist paths (RED), connecting paths – shared paths (BLUE).
ISSUES/OPTIONS/CONSEQUENCES
3. The Kleins Road Pedestrian and Cyclist Corridor looks to transform pedestrian and cyclist safety, travel time and amenity between the northern part of the local government area and Parramatta Park and the CBD, whilst minimising impacts to other users and the environment. The overall corridor study identifies the spatial requirements for and impacts of walking and cycling upgrades (see example below at Figure 2, the Community Information Package is available at Attachment 1).
Figure 2: Example of spatial study.
Figure 3: Key Locations map
Moxhams to Hammers
5. The proposal in this location is shown in detail at Figure 4 with a series of paths and crossing facilities that will improve the safety and amenity of students as well as pedestrians and cyclists on longer journeys. The separated bike path (in RED) is proposed to re-purpose the parking on the eastern side of Kleins Road between Thomas Street and Hammers Road, with new raised priority crossings on all side streets and each leg of the Hammers Road roundabout.
6. The raised crossings at the roundabout will enable the current vehicle circulation, but slow traffic down to a safer speed and enable vulnerable road users to cross safely, particularly primary school students. To retain the bus stops and minimise impacts to the pre-school drop off parking, a shared path is proposed north of Thomas Street. Connecting shared paths are proposed on Moxhams and Hammers on the side shown in Figure 4.
7. In this section of Kleins Road there are 77 parking spaces with a peak use of 20. It is proposed to repurpose 33 on the eastern side leaving a balance of 44 and surplus of 20 at peak times.
Figure 4: Moxhams to Hammers - main corridor in RED, shared paths in BLUE, pedestrian paths / crossings in GREEN.
Hammers to Highway
8. Aside from the large number of vehicles on Kleins Road in this area passing through to avoid congestion on Windsor Road in the peak hours, the main consideration for the alignment in this section is the signalised crossing of the Cumberland Highway. Due to the large number of right turning vehicles into Kleins Road from the Cumberland highway TfNSW have advised an eastern pedestrian and cyclist leg on the intersection is unlikely to be supported. For this reason the bike path shifts to the western side of Kleins Road in this section to align with the crossing point at this intersection.
9. The proposal in this location is shown in detail at Figure 5 with the bike path and crossing facilities that will improve the safety and amenity of all pedestrians and cyclists. The separated bike path (in RED) is proposed to re-purpose the parking on the western side of Kleins Road between the Cumberland Highway Hammers Road, with new raised priority crossings on all side streets to the west, and a new pedestrian crossing of Kleins Road at Northmead Avenue where it meets Council’s crossing warrants.
10. In this section of Kleins Road there are 59 parking spaces with a peak use of 11. It is proposed to repurpose 31 on the western side leaving a balance of 28 and surplus of 17 at peak times.
Figure 5: Hammers to Highway - main corridor in RED, shared paths in BLUE, pedestrian paths / crossings in GREEN.
Highway to Darling Mills
11. At the Kleins Road shops it is proposed to change the parking to parallel instead of angled on the Kleins Road frontage to:
a. ensure there is sufficient space for customers to enter and exit shops,
b. enable public domain upgrades and potential future outdoor dining,
c. allow for expected passing pedestrian and cyclist movement,
d. construct a raised crossed of Kleins Road near Balmoral Road.
12. The works required to accommodate the requirements above results in a reduction of six timed parking spaces (three for the crossing of Kleins, three for the change to parallel). However, parking surveys show parking in this area is in high demand with a peak use of 36 out of the 38 timed spaces near the shops. It is therefore proposed to extend the timed parking on both sides down to Beamish Road for an additional eight spaces resulting in a net increase of timed spaces. With the construction of the new bridge it is anticipated that the number of people walking and riding past the shops will increase, supporting the local businesses. The recently delivered Alfred Street Bridge has an average of 500-600 people per day.
13. The project will also need to underground the existing power lines on the western side as the poles will be in the way of path users. This will allow a greater level of public domain upgrades to be delivered in consultation with the businesses.
14. Notwithstanding this, detailed parking occupancy surveys demonstrated that of the timed spaces near the shops, on the Wednesday, Friday and Saturday surveyed, more than half of those spaces had vehicles parked in them 5 hours or more, contributing to the shortage.
Figure 6: Proposed concept plan – existing timed parking circled in RED, proposed extension of timed parking in YELLOW.
15. Parking is proposed to be retained both sides of the street north of Beaufort Street, however to the south where utilization is lower it is proposed to re-purpose 5 spaces on the western side between Beaufort Road and Burlington Street for the path. A total of 27 spaces will be retained, meeting the current demand for 24 spaces south of Beamish Road. In addition, south of Beaufort Street in the block to the west of Kleins Road there is a total of 87 spaces with a peak use of 47, demonstrating there is still significant capacity on side streets should additional parking demand arise.
Figure 7: Highway to Darling Mills - main corridor in RED, shared paths in BLUE, pedestrian paths / crossings in GREEN.
16. In Burlington Memorial reserve, to ensure DDA compliant access (Balfour Street is too steep), a shared path is proposed along the western edge, and a complimentary footpath on the west. This will provide access to the bridge and also establish a local recreational walking loop. The fence line of the dog park will be adjusted to ensure there is no net loss of the off leash area.
Darling Mills Bridge
17. The key to unlocking access from the north to pedestrian and cyclist access is a new bridge over Darling Mills Creek. However, the confluence of Darling Mills Creek, Toongabbie Creek and the Parramatta River is a location with very high cultural values (both pre- and post-colonial), numerous utilities, as well as being an area of outstanding natural beauty. The location and nature of the bridge needs to respond to this context in identifying feasible alignments and forms and have an overall positive impact to the public domain.
18. Preliminary designs were aided by a Designing with Country response in consultation with a Cultural Panel of Dharug Traditional Owners. Two options were ultimately identified as preferred (see Figure 8 and 9 below), and should the project proceed, would be the baseline for future detail design. The future bridge would also incorporate the current overhead powerlines, provide offset planting with endemic species and fund bush care and weed control in the area immediately around the bridge.
Figure 8: Visualisation of a potential Suspension Bridge
Figure 9: Visualisation of a potential Arch Bridge
Parramatta North
19. The Parramatta North Urban Transformation (PNUT) site is a large, predominantly State Government owned site between Darling Mills Creek and Parramatta Park. Should the Kleins Road project proceed, the proposed bridge would likely be delivered before significant redevelopment of this site occurs. Through discussions with Government Property NSW, interim routes have been identified for short-term access on the existing street network until long-term connections are delivered i.e. foreshore paths and new streets as a result of the redevelopment of this site (refer to Figure 10).
Figure 10: PNUT site with proposed interim and long-term routes.
20. Due to heritage, ecology and topography, the foreshore adjacent to the Heritage Core is not available for concrete pedestrian and cyclist paths. The only other alternative is Fleet Street, but it is also a constrained context with heritage listed walls on both sides of the street, parking on the western side only, as well as two large mature trees in the parking lane.
21. To fit within these constraints, as part of both the interim and long-term route, it is proposed to make Fleet Street one way northbound between Fennell Street and Greenup Drive as per Figure 11 below. This will allow retention of the footpath and space to retain existing trees on both sides of the Street. New trees are also proposed. The bike path is proposed to be located in a space currently used for parking with the parking moved into what is now the travel lane which is no longer required if the street is converted into a one way street. Two existing trees require the bike path to deviate into the new parking lane reducing parking on this street by 5 spaces.
Figure 11: Fleet Street between Greenup Drive and Fennell Street.
CONSULTATION & TIMING
Stakeholder Consultation
22. The following stakeholder consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
Stake-holder |
Stakeholder Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Respon-sibility |
Ongoing |
Government Property (PNUT) |
The proposed network aligns with the current DCP and current planning.
Interim measures will be required as the site delivery will be staged. |
Noted
Noted
Interim route along Greenup Drive identified. |
Group Manager City Strategic Planning |
Access Advisory Committee |
Given slope of land north of the river, DDA compliant access to the bridge and on the bridge is critical.
Rest stops for respite at regular intervals (benches with backrests/arm rests and water) support use by people of all abilities.
Clear visual and non-visual queues are needed for shared and exclusive spaces for pedestrians and bikes.
Shade will be important for users.
Any heritage or cultural interpretation should be accessible.
Any proposed refuge islands need to be wide enough for wheelchair or pram.
If a shared path is installed on Moxhams, will the bridge be upgraded. |
DDA compliant access is provided through park.
To be requirement of future design.
To be requirement of future design.
Noted, this is a key objective.
To be requirement of future design.
Islands must meet TfNSW standards (2.5m).
If project proceeds, would be widened or have dismount. |
Group Manager City Strategic Planning |
Councillor Consultation
23. The following Councillor consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
Councillor |
Councillor Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Respon-sibility |
27 March 2024 |
Clr Bradley, Clr Green, Clr Humphries, Clr Pandey, Clr Valjak, Clr Wang. |
General support the proposal.
Request staging priority is at Northmead Public precinct.
Face to face community meetings important to give them the information they need to provide feedback.
The Australian Walking Volunteers group would have concerns about the bridge if visible from heritage walk. Suggest no or little visibility is important.
Any offset planting should be local species.
The important ecological communities near Darling Mills Creek should be considered.
If a Camphor Laurel needed to be removed it would be no great loss given their impact in the context of the local vegetation in this area. |
Noted
Noted
Key stakeholder meetings will be included in consultation
AWV will be included in key stakeholders and visual impact considered in next stage of design.
To be requirement of future design.
To be requirement of future design.
Noted |
Group Manager City Strategic Planning |
24. With the number of changes to parking and the public domain generally, consultation with the community, particularly the key stakeholders will be critical, a point also emphasised by the Ward Councillors for the area. It is proposed that in addition to notification the following consultation actions be pursued:
· an advertisement in the paper,
· signage,
· the Participate Parramatta website and social media,
25. On site meetings will also be held at key locations such as Kleins Road Shops, Northmead Public School and around the PNUT site to ensure the community has all the information they need to make informed submissions to Council on the project.
LEGAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
26. There are no legal implications foreseen arising from public exhibition of the proposed Corridor Study.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
27. There are no unbudgeted financial implications for Council’s budget as the Corridor Study has been funded from an existing grant allocation from TfNSW of $341,000. The public exhibition is also funded from the grant allocation.
Mark Crispin
Senior Project Officer Transport Planning
Jennifer Concato
Executive Director City Planning and Design
John Angilley
Executive Director Finance & Information
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
1⇩ |
Kleins Road Corridor - Community Information Package |
34 Pages |
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REFERENCE MATERIAL
ITEM NUMBER 13.5
SUBJECT Preparation of an Integrated Transport Strategy for City of Parramatta
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09389655
REPORT OF Transport Planning Manager
CSP THEME: Accessible
workshop/briefing date: 2 April 2024
PURPOSE:
To seek Council’s endorsement for the preparation of an Integrated Transport Strategy for the City of Parramatta.
That Council approves the preparation of an Integrated Transport Strategy for the City of Parramatta, subject to the adoption of the proposed funding in Council’s 2024/25 Operational Plan (budget).
BACKGROUND
1. Council resolved on 28 August 2023:
a) That the Chief Executive Officer prepare a scope that includes an estimated cost and timeline for the preparation of an Integrated Transport Strategy for the Parramatta local government area to inform the 2024/2025 DPOP and budget processes and report back to Council by April 2024.
b) That this work be coordinated with the preparation of Council's Advocacy Strategy in 2023/24.
c) That Council continues to advocate for its transport priorities including commitment to and delivery of Sydney Metro West and Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 and advocacy for rail connections from Parramatta to Norwest, Epping and Kogarah via Bankstown (River Rail) and west to the Western Sydney Airport.
2. Currently, Council has its strategic transport priorities spread across a wide number of documents, including:
· Strategies for the Parramatta City (Inner) and Regional (Outer) Ring Roads (2012)
· Strategies for Parramatta Light Rail and heavy rail (2013)
· Bike Plan, CBD Pedestrian Strategy, and Parramatta Ways which together provide direction and priorities in walking and cycling (2017)
· CBD Integrated Transport Plan to support the CBD Planning Proposal in 2021
· Local Strategic Planning Statement (March 2020) considers transport needs at a high level and identifies several important transport objectives and supporting actions
· CBD Parking Strategy (2022) guides management of paid parking resources
· Community Strategic Plan 2018–2038 Butbutt yura barra ngurra identifies Accessibility as a key goal and includes actions to support this goal.
3. In addition to the above plans and strategies, Council expresses its transport objectives through reports and resolutions on various matters. Council’s transport priorities have been detailed in various approaches such as:
· engagement by the State Government on precinct plans
· informing infrastructure projects like Parramatta Light Rail and Metro West
· submissions on proposals and evidence at Parliamentary Inquiries.
4. Taken together, the strategies, reports and advocacy referred to above form a picture of Council’s strategic view of its transport objectives and priorities, however there is unclarity of Council’s transport strategy, while it sits in many separate documents.
ISSUES/OPTIONS/CONSEQUENCES
5. A Transport Strategy is proposed to be a clear, concise statement of Council’s transport objectives for the entire Local Government Area.
6. Key components of this Strategy will include:
· Council’s vision and policy objectives for transport
· Identification of the key transport facilities and services
· prioritisation and phasing of actions to meet above objectives.
7. The expected benefits of developing this strategy include that transport objectives will be clearly articulated in one place, can be easily queried, and referenced, and can be incorporated in other strategies and plans. This is expected to provide a clear platform from which Council can plan, deliver, and advocate for its transport needs.
8. Council has a strong base of resolved positions regarding transport, which it can continue to draw upon for its ongoing advocacy while this strategy is being prepared. It will also inform the preparation of Council’s Advocacy Strategy.
9. The following indicative program lists the main tasks and planned timings for the Strategy (the final scope will be confirmed through ongoing consultation, investigations, and preparation of consultant briefs).
Main Tasks |
Planned Completion |
Community and stakeholder consultation to understand current travel patterns, concerns, and expectations. |
February 2025 |
Technical study of current and future transport needs, including: ‐ existing travel patterns ‐ review current transport and land use plans ‐ review TfNSW strategic modelling ‐ identify shortfalls in infrastructure and services, risks and opportunities improved infrastructure and services. ‐ |
June 2025 |
Technical study to identify opportunities and priorities for on-street transit (light rail, bus, trackless tram, etc.)
|
August 2025 |
Stakeholder consultation of outputs of technical investigations.
|
December 2025 |
Draft Transport Strategy to include vision, objectives, and actions for all modes of transport, such as: - Active transport and micromobility - Public transport (incl. rail, ferry and bus) - Roads and parking - Role in regional transport networks to be reported for exhibition
|
March 2026 |
Finalised Strategy for consideration for endorsement
|
June 2026 |
CONSULTATION & TIMING
Stakeholder Consultation
10. Indicative timing is outlined in the table above. Community consultation will be undertaken early in formulation of the Strategy. Stakeholder consultation will conducted throughout the project. Community members and stakeholders will be formally invited to comment during an exhibition of the draft strategy before finalisation.
11. The following stakeholder consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
Stakeholder |
Stakeholder Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Responsibility |
16 April 2024 |
Transport for NSW (TfNSW) |
Recommend continued consultation of TfNSW throughout the project |
Officers will continue to consult with Transport for NSW |
Group Manager City Strategic Planning |
Councillor Consultation
12. Councillors will be engaged throughout the preparation of the Strategy. The following Councillor consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
Councillor |
Councillor Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Responsibility |
02 April 2024 |
Councillor workshop |
Discussion of key issues including: - issues around major events - Aligning land use and transport planning - Timing and application of the Strategy - Costs - Working relationship with State Government partners - Trackless trams and high speed rail |
Officers have incorporated these discussions in planning for the Strategy.
Councillors will be further consulted in the development of the Strategy |
Group Manager City Strategic Planning |
LEGAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
13. There are no legal implications for Council associated with this report.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
14. If Council resolves to approve this report in accordance with the proposed resolution, the financial impact on the budget is set out in the table below.
15. The financial impacts to the budget, as set out in this section, have been included in the draft Delivery Program 2022/26, Operational Plan and Budget 2024/25 endorsed by Council on 22 April 2024 for the purposes of public exhibition.
16. The table below summarises the financial impacts on the budget arising from approval of this report.
|
FY 23/24 |
FY 24/25 |
FY 25/26 |
Revenue |
|
|
|
Internal Revenue |
- |
- |
- |
External Revenue |
- |
- |
- |
Total Revenue |
- |
- |
- |
|
|
|
|
Funding Source |
- |
- |
- |
|
|
|
|
Operating Result |
|
|
|
External Costs |
- |
$100,000 |
$100,000 |
Internal Costs |
- |
$20,000 |
$20,000 |
Depreciation |
- |
- |
- |
Other |
- |
- |
- |
Total Operating Result |
|
$120,000 |
$120,000 |
|
|
|
|
Funding Source |
- |
- |
- |
|
|
|
|
CAPEX |
|
|
|
CAPEX |
- |
- |
- |
External |
- |
- |
- |
Internal |
- |
- |
- |
Other |
- |
- |
- |
Total CAPEX |
- |
- |
- |
Michael Jollon
Transport Planning Manager
Jennifer Concato
Executive Director City Planning and Design
John Angilley
Executive Director Finance & Information
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
There are no attachments for this report.
REFERENCE MATERIAL
Council 13 May 2024 Item 13.6
ITEM NUMBER 13.6
SUBJECT Compulsory Acquisition (by Agreement) of Part of Toongabbie East Public School for a Cycleway
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09392431
REPORT OF Asset Planning Manager
CSP THEME: Accessible
workshop/briefing date: Nil
PURPOSE:
To compulsorily acquire part of Toongabbie East Public School for a cycleway.
(a) That Council proceed with the compulsory acquisition of the land described as Lot 121 in DP1305387 for the purpose of road widening in accordance with the requirements of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991.
(b) That Council make an application to the Minister and the Governor for approval to acquire Lot 121 in DP1305387 by compulsory process under 177(2)(b) of the Roads Act 1993.
(c) That Council request the Minister for Local Government and the Minister for Finance, Services and Property to approve a reduction in the notification period from 90 days to 7 days.
(d) That following gazettal of the compulsory acquisition, Lot 121 in DP1305387 be dedicated as public road.
(e) That authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to sign all documents in connection with the acquisition and completion of the project.
BACKGROUND
1. As Council is aware, the T-Way cycleway is a 30 km off-road shared path which runs from Windsor to Parramatta and is used by approximately 4,000 cyclists and 8,000 pedestrians a month.
2. The current alignment through Constitution Hill and Northmead includes three of the last four on-road sections: a slow 3-stage crossing of the Cumberland Highway; and a concentration of cyclist crashes along Briens Road.
3. A re-alignment of the T-Way cycleway is under construction and it:
a) Separates cyclists and traffic;
b) Separates cyclists and pedestrians where space allows;
c) Uses a single-stage crossing of the Cumberland Highway;
d) Directly connects to Toongabbie East Public School;
e) Involves the building of a new bridge over Toongabbie Creek;
f) Is less hilly and avoids commercial driveways; and
g) Connects into the new Milson Park path and a future eastern extension behind Westmead Hospital.
4. The shared path on Harris Road requires a sliver of land (approx. 177 sqm) from Toongabbie East Public School and the fence shifted east to ensure the large mature trees in the verge at the end of Harris Street are not impacted. The Department of Education has indicated support for the provision of land for the proposed cycleway, and this is subject to terms being reached between the parties as well as receiving all necessary Department approvals.
5. The School has also requested measures to manage rider speeds around the new access off Harris Road, consideration of school operating hours during construction, as well as mesh privacy screening adjacent to the special needs outdoor play area. All the school requirements are being accommodated by the project.
6. Stage 1 works, the relocation of fencing, have been completed under an Access and Works Licence.
7. Discussions have been ongoing with the Department of Education and Stage 2 works, the construction of the actual cycleway, will also be completed under an Access and Works Licence.
8. However, to facilitate the acquisition of part of the School, the Department of Education and Toongabbie East Public School have agreed to Council undertaking the acquisition of part of the school site by compulsory acquisition.
ISSUES/OPTIONS/CONSEQUENCES
9. The Minister for Education and Early Learning will acquiesce to any notice of compulsory acquisition and agree to waive statutory waiting periods, so long as compensation is determined by the Valuer General in accordance with the Treasurer’s Direction 92/2 469.03.
10. TD92/2 469.03 states:
Where an Authority acquires other lands already in Government ownership, the Authority shall be required to pay compensation on the basis of:
(1) the current market value of the land and any improvements as agreed between the authorities concerned, without the use of external valuers; or
(2) the current market value as determined by the Department of Conservation and Land Management, if agreement cannot be reached between the authorities involved in the transaction.
11. Those works are proposed to commence within the next few weeks.
12. The acquisition of proposed Lot 121 in DP1305387 has been in planning since late 2020 and is fully funded by Transport for NSW as part of the project grant.
CONSULTATION & TIMING
Stakeholder Consultation
13. The following stakeholder consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
Stakeholder |
Stakeholder Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Respon-sibility |
August 2021 |
Toongabbie East Public School |
Consideration of the support unit’s sensory needs and privacy are important.
Privacy planting requested for balance of fence.
Measures to manage cyclist interaction on path required
Construction outside of school should be in holidays. |
Acoustic and visual barrier will be installed as part of project as per School request.
Planting will be provided.
Measures will be implemented
Construction outside of school will be in holidays. |
Capital Projects
Capital Projects
Capital Projects
Capital Projects |
July 2021 - ongoing |
Dept Education - Assets |
No objection to securing access.
Initially requested Licence, then Easement, subsequently preferred compulsory acquisition. |
Noted
Council will secure access to the land as per the Department’s preference. |
Assets and Property
Assets and Property
|
Councillor Consultation
14. The following Councillor consultation has been undertaken in relation to this matter:
Date |
Councillor |
Councillor Comment |
Council Officer Response |
Responsibility |
20/5/2021 |
Parramatta Ward Councilors |
Does Harris Road just require an easement from the school? |
Correct, just at interface with school. NOTE: Correct advice as per Dept advice mid-2021 |
City Strategic Planning |
8/9/2021 Emailed consultation summary |
Parramatta Ward Councilors |
None received |
N/A |
City Strategic Planning |
LEGAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
15. Asset Planning has had all legal documentation reviewed by Council nominated solicitors.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL
16. If Council resolves to approve this report in accordance with the officer’s recommendations, there are no unbudgeted financial implications for Council.
Maurice Higgins
Asset Planning Manager
Walter Tattersall
Asset Planning Manager
John Angilley
Executive Director Finance & Information
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
1⇩ |
Draft Plan of Acquisition - Lot 121 DP1305387 |
1 Page |
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Notices of Motion
13 May 2024
14.1 Procurement of Australian Goods............................. 254
14.2 Proposed Epping Town Centre Master Plan......... 256
14.3 Future Strategic Direction for 38-40 Marion Street, Parramatta...................... 258
14.4 Investigation - Provision of a Multi-purpose Indoor Sport and Recreation Centre in the Parramatta LGA.............. 260
14.5 NSW Environment Protection Legislation Amendment (Stronger Regulation and Penalties) Bill 2024......... 262
Council 13 May 2024 Item 14.1
ITEM NUMBER 14.1
SUBJECT Procurement of Australian Goods
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09419439
FROM Councillor Ange Humphries
(a) That this Council always prefers the use of Australian supplies, manufacturers, goods and services.
(b) That an audit to be completed outlining how many projects are currently awaiting overseas procurement.
BACKGROUND
1. In early April 2024, the lions head at the John Wearne Reserve was decapitated. The advice from staff is that there will be a timeline of 8-9 months to get this restored. I note that parts of the PAC tile installations are also made overseas.
2. What is the program for completing these projects and how we can reduce the lead-time in the future? Jobs and equipment made in Australia generally have shorter procurement timelines.
STAFF RESPONSE
3. Council supports local suppliers which is reflected in Council’s Procurement Policy:
“Clause 3.6 - Council will conduct its Procurement practices in accordance with the following guiding principles:
(a) Supporting the establishment of a diverse supply chain, with consideration for entities that have potential to deliver local social, economic, and/or environmental benefits.
(b) Supporting Australian-owned suppliers and/or suppliers who manufacture in Australia, where doing so is appropriate and permissible by law, with consideration given to local supplier options.
(c) Supporting First Nations’ owned businesses.
(d) Supporting suppliers and industry groups that develop and/or apply innovative responses in relation to sustainability issues.
Clause 3.6.1 - To meet these guiding principles, where Council calls for tenders, it will require, as a tender selection criterion, that suppliers receive a 5% local supplier scoring bonus, if their Main Business Location is within the:
(a) City of Parramatta Local Government area; or
(b) boundary radiating 5 kilometres from the Parramatta Central Business District, as determined by Council.”
4. Although preference for local suppliers and products is given during the evaluation process, there are circumstances where locally manufactured products are not available and therefore Council is required to utilise imported products or elements of the overall contract.
5. Notwithstanding, most of Council’s construction materials are locally manufactured such as roadbase, concrete and other building materials.
6. Given the large number of projects currently in procurement, significant resources would be required to review each project in detail to determine whether they are waiting for overseas elements.
7. This would take more than 6 months of work to review all projects within Council’s capital expenditure and require the services of an external consultant to compile the audit at an estimated cost of $60,000, in addition to internal resources reallocated to manage the project.
FINANCIAL AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS
8. If Council resolves to approve this Motion, the financial impacts on the budget would be in the order of $60,000 which is not currently budgeted.
Ange Humphries
Councillor
George Bounassif
Executive Director City Assets and Operations
John Crawford
Chief Technology Officer
John Angilley
Executive Director Finance & Information
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
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Council 13 May 2024 Item 14.2
ITEM NUMBER 14.2
SUBJECT Proposed Epping Town Centre Master Plan
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09421693
FROM Councillor Cameron Maclean
(a) That Council note the draft DPOP 2024/25 identifies a project to review the Epping Town Centre laneways.
(b) That Council note the Epping Town Centre has undergone significant change since the introduction of new planning controls by the NSW Government in 2014.
(c) That the CEO develop a high-level scope for the preparation of a master plan for the Epping Town Centre that considers the following:
a. laneways, access, and circulation within the precinct, including between Beecroft Road and Rawson Street and consideration of broader connections to public open space and amenity.
b. opportunities to address common issues, such as traffic and accessibility and the interplay with built form and public domain interfaces.
c. the potential future role of Council’s Rawson Street car park site in achieving Council’s objectives and requirements for Epping, such as the provision of affordable housing, commercial uses, community facilities and/or public car parking, and how this sits within the broader town centre context.
(d) That the high-level scope, including cost and timeframe, be provided to Council for its consideration by the end of August 2024.
BACKGROUND
1. For the last twenty years there has been continual discussion about the Epping Town Centre and its renewal and development. As yet this has not come to fruition along Rawson Street. Traffic and parking issues have continued to compound, and the shopping precinct is in a state of significant disrepair.
2. There is significant community concern about the sorry state of the Rawson Street precinct and a desire to see appropriate development with public amenity. It’s time Council took a more engaged and active role in setting the course for Rawson Street as a major stakeholder and landowner.
3. The current state of the precinct is leading to a lack of suburb pride amongst residents. Epping is the eastern gateway to the City of Parramatta and the busiest interchange outside of Parramatta with heavy rail, Metro and buses. Epping deserves amenity befitting its credentials.
STAFF RESPONSE
4. A report on a high-level scope can be prepared for Council’s consideration by end August 2024 within existing resources.
FINANCIAL AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS
5. If Council resolves to approve this Motion, there is no financial impact on the budget.
Cameron MacLean
Councillor Maclean
Jennifer Concato
Executive Director City Planning and Design
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
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Council 13 May 2024 Item 14.3
ITEM NUMBER 14.3
SUBJECT Future Strategic Direction for 38-40 Marion Street, Parramatta
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09051058
FROM Councillor Dr Patricia Prociv
(a) That Council note:
i. 38-40 Marion Street, Parramatta is currently owned by the City of Parramatta Council.
ii. It is currently an at-grade commuter car park with approximately 120 spaces, generating a gross income of approximately $76,000 per annum.
iii. The site is 5,425 square metres, zoned MU1 Mixed Use. This permits high rise residential development that could potentially be managed by a Community Housing Provider to provide affordable housing units, consistent with Council’s Affordable Housing Action Plan. The site is suitable for affordable housing (including for key workers) given it is 160m walk to Harris Park railway station and 900m walk to Parramatta Interchange.
iv. If developed, the site could address community infrastructure needs for Catchment 4, as identified in Council’s adopted Community Infrastructure Strategy 2020, as it is an ideal site for a neighbourhood community and cultural hub that would serve the southern end of the Parramatta CBD.
v. The site’s proximity to Harris Park railway station (160m walk) and CBD (900m walk to the transport interchange) also makes it potentially suitable for a multi-level public car park.
(b) That the preparation of Council’s Property Strategy and the future strategic direction proposed for this site at 38-40 Marion Street, Harris Park be informed by the elements noted above and consideration be given to the provision of affordable housing, community and cultural uses, and public car parking on the site.
BACKGROUND
1. Council owns 38-40 Marion Street, Harris Park, it is currently an at grade commuter car park with approximately 120 spaces, generating a gross income of approximately $76,000 per annum.
2. The site is 5,425 square metres, zoned MU1 Mixed Use, permitting high rise residential development that could be managed by a Community Housing Provider to provide affordable housing units.
3. If developed the site could meet the communities needs as identified for catchment 4 in the Community Infrastructure Strategy, with the provision of a neighbourhood centre community and cultural hub.
4. The site’s proximity to Harris Park rail station and CBD is potentially suitable for a multi- level public car park.
STAFF RESPONSE
5. Should the Motion be supported by Council the draft Property Strategy can be informed from the information above prior to being finalsied.
Patricia Prociv
Deputy Lord Mayor Clr Dr Patricia Prociv
John Angilley
Executive Director Finance & Information
Jennifer Concato
Executive Director City Planning and Design
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
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Council 13 May 2024 Item 14.4
ITEM NUMBER 14.4
SUBJECT Investigation - Provision of a Multi-purpose Indoor Sport and Recreation Centre in the Parramatta LGA
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09421130
FROM Councillor Sameer Pandey
(a) That the CEO investigate the possibility of building a large, multi-purpose indoor sport and recreation centre within the LGA that could cater for a multitude of indoor sports and recreational activities, with the potential to include community meeting/conference spaces.
(b) That the CEO prepare a report to Council detailing the demand for such a facility, the existing provisions for indoor sporting centres in Council’s contributions plans and community strategies, and possible funding sources, operating costs and construction costs for the facility.
BACKGROUND
1. There is an increasing demand for the construction of indoor sporting centres within metropolitan Sydney.
2. Council has identified the need for additional indoor facilities, however we have not explored the possibility of building a large, multi-purpose indoor sporting centre within the LGA which can cater for a multitude of indoor sports and recreation activities (such as the Whitlam Centre at Liverpool or the Blacktown Leisure Centre) and associated meeting/conference spaces.
3. Such a facility could also include aquatic facilities such as an indoor 25m program pool or hydrotherapy/rehab facilities and other wellness facilities and car parking. It would also be capable of hosting community programs such as the PCYC Parramatta ‘Fit for life’ program or similar community service programs.
4. Council needs to identify additional sites in the LGA and funding sources beyond what is currently programmed in our developer contributions plans if we are to plan for the future provision of such a facility.
STAFF RESPONSE
5. Council's adopted Community Infrastructure Strategy (CIS) July 2020 identifies the community facilities and infrastructure that are needed to service Parramatta’s changing and growing population.
6. Council's CIS does not envisage a large multi-purpose single facility of a scale similar to the Whitlam Centre or Blacktown Leisure Centre, which each include an aquatic facility, fitness centre, sauna, and 3-4 indoor sports courts.
7. These centres are on land of approximately 6 hectares and 9 hectares respectively. It should also be noted that Liverpool (306 sq km) and Blacktown (239 sq km) LGAs are less intensively developed than City of Parramatta (84 sq km) as well as being significantly larger in area.
8. The CIS notes there will be a need for 30 additional indoor recreation multiuse courts based on accepted benchmarks. The CIS envisages that these courts would be provided in centres of two or four courts dispersed across the Parramatta LGA to serve the population close to where they live. This is an efficient and effective delivery model due to their lower cost and opportunity to negotiate a contribution and/or delivery by developers through Voluntary Planning Agreements.
9. In terms of aquatic facilities, the current Parramatta Aquatic Centre, (cost $88.6 million); and upgrade of the Epping Aquatic Centre (budgeted at $26 million), supported by the facility in Sydney Olympic Park, will meet community needs for the current population and for the foreseeable future. An additional Aquatic Centre would be required on a much longer timeframe (15-20 years from now) when much of the expected population growth is actually realised.
10. Given the CIS findings above, any new facilities should be focused on providing indoor courts as this is a higher short-term priority.
11. The two key challenges in realising a large multi-purpose facility envisaged by the NOM are:
a. Funding - while Council’s Outside CBD Contributions Plan contains provision to collect funds for future indoor sports courts the balance of those funds is low, at $520,000, given the plan commenced in 2021 and is a 20 year plan Therefore, any new facility provided in the short to medium term would be reliant on Council securing significant funding from State or Federal government grant programs.
b. Suitable Site - Currently, the only Council land holdings capable of accommodating a large-scale facility are existing sports grounds. The repurposing of sports grounds for this purpose would also have impacts on Council’s ability to continue to meet demand for playing fields. Outside of this, the acquisition of sufficient land to accommodate a facility is the key challenge.
FINANCIAL AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS
12. A report to Council investigating the possibility of building a large multi-purpose facility, including securing the land, can be prepared by Council Officers by December 2024. A report earlier than this would require additional budget and resourcing.
Sameer Pandey
Councillor
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
Council 13 May 2024 Item 14.5
ITEM NUMBER 14.5
SUBJECT NSW Environment Protection Legislation Amendment (Stronger Regulation and Penalties) Bill 2024
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09427179
FROM Councillor Phil Bradley
(a) That Council note the NSW Environment Protection Legislation Amendment (Stronger Regulation and Penalties) Bill 2024 has passed in the NSW Parliament on 21 March 2024.
(b) That Council note the new environmental reforms involve: doubling maximum penalties; raising on-the-spot fines; environmental recall powers; public transparency provisions; strengthened investigations; and environmental protection licence application bans.
(c) That the CEO prepare a report for a July 2024 Council meeting on how Council can best utilise the new provisions with community environmental education and improved enforcement to assist in reducing littering and dumping, and promoting raised public awareness of the increased penalties for offences in a manner which discourages poor environmental practice and rewards good environmental practice.
BACKGROUND
1. A summary of the cost of increased penalties for offences and other provisions is provided in the attached NSW Environment Protection Authority 21 March 2024 media release “Landmark environmental reforms pass NSW Parliament” as attached on:
STAFF RESPONSE
2. Preparation of a detailed report is reliant on an understanding of the newly introduced legislation and the provision of external legal advice and the development of an education strategy.
3. Due to these circumstances and other competing priorities a report could be developed for an August 2024 meeting of Council.
FINANCIAL AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS
4. If Council resolves to adopt this Motion, there will be no financial impact on the budget.
Phil Bradley
Councillor
George Bounassif
Executive Director City Assets and Operations
Gail Connolly
Chief Executive Officer
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Questions with Notice
13 May 2024
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Council 13 May 2024 Item 15.1
ITEM NUMBER 15.1
SUBJECT Questions Taken on Notice at the 22 April 2024 Council Meeting
REFERENCE F2024/00282 - D09418248
REPORT OF Council Secretariat & Policy Officer
QUESTIONS TAKEN ON NOTICE:
Councillor Garrard asked a question in relation to Item 8.1 Condolence – Bondi Junction Westfield Tragedy.
· Could Councillors please be provided with the balance of the Lord Mayor’s Grants and Donations Budget?
Chief of Staff Response:
The balance of this budget as at 1 May 2024 is $8,000.
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Councillor Garrard asked a question in relation to Item 8.4 Congratulations to Parramatta and District Historical Society for the Hambledon Cottage Bicentenary Event.
· Can Council promote and advertise significant events in the primary community language newspapers?
Executive Director City Engagement and Experience Response:
A staff response will be provided in the Supplementary Agenda.
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Councillor Darley asked a question in relation to Item 13.1 DEFERRED REPORT FROM OCM 8 APRIL 2024: Public Exhibition of Draft Sportsground Allocation Policy 2024.
· There’s been two rounds of funding both at a State and Federal level in regard to improving female teams having access to sports fields and amenities, I’m wondering if we have applied for them? One was a Level the Playing Field in NSW for $31 million and the other is Play our Way which is a Federal program for $200 million?
Executive Director City Assets and Operations Response:
NSW Office of Sport’s Level the Playing Field Program: applications submitted for Doyle Ground Sports Facility Improvements Stage 2 ($2m) and Belmore Park Sports Field and Cricket Facility Upgrade Stage 1 ($2m).
Federal Dept of Health and Aged Care – Play Our Way Program: applications were submitted to Facilities Stream – Parks & Open Space (Doyle Ground Sports Facility Improvements Stage 2 ($1.5m) and Participation & Equipment Stream – Recreation and Facilities Team (The Daughters and Dads Active and Empower Program ($123,000).
The outcomes of the grant applications are not yet known.
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