Agenda of Ordinary Meeting

Order of Business

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Opening

Acknowledgment of Country and Prayer

Apologies

Condolences

Confirmation of Minutes

Ordinary Council Meeting held on 26 July 2017...................................................................... 7

Declarations of Interest

Public Forum

Mayoral Report

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Notices of Motion Of Rescission

NOMR 01 Rescission of DPG 07 Draft Warwick Farm Precinct Strategy from the Council meeting of 26 July 2017................................................................................. 52......... 1

Independent Hearing and Assessment Panel Report

IHAP 01 DA-1188/2016 - Subdivision of 2 lots into three lots, partial demolition of existing dwelling and construction of a carport on proposed Lot 90; construction of a two storey dwelling on proposed Lot 91 and construction of a two storey dwelling with a secondary dwelling on proposed Lot 92 at 10 Chrysanthemum Avenue, Lurnea 53 2

Development Application Determination Report

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City Economy and Growth Report

DPG 01 Amendment to Heritage Advisory Committee Charter.................................. 62......... 3

DPG 02 Tourism Report............................................................................................... 81......... 4

Chief Executive Officer Report

CEO 01 Biannual Progress Report............................................................................... 89......... 5

CEO 02 Mayoral Direction pursuant to Section 226(d) of the Local Government Act 1993 93 6

CEO 03 Strategic Panel Minutes................................................................................ 101......... 7

CEO 04 Committees with staff membership/voting rights......................................... 106......... 8

CEO 05 Local Government Chief Officers Group..................................................... 108......... 9

City Community and Culture Report

DCC 01 Children's Services - Liverpool CBD............................................................ 111....... 10

DCC 02 Grants, Donations, and Corporate Sponsorship........................................... 122....... 11

DCC 03 Moorebank Liverpool District Hockey Club request for Council funding contribution, upgrade of sand base synthetic hockey surface ......................................... 135....... 12

DCC 04 Draft Community Facilities Strategy Post Exhibition Report....................... 143....... 13

City Corporate Report

CFO 01 Investment Report July 2017........................................................................ 146....... 14

City Presentation Report

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City Infrastructure and Environment Report

DIEN 01 2016-17 Capital Works Carryover of Projects and Budget Variation........... 154....... 15

Committee Reports

CTTE 01 Minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee 4 August 2017.... 159....... 16

CTTE 02 Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 19 July 2017...... 169....... 17

Questions with Notice

QWN 01 Question with Notice - Clr Hagarty............................................................... 213....... 18

Presentations by Councillors

Notices of Motion

NOM 01 Heathcote Rd and The Avenue Intersection................................................ 216....... 19

NOM 02 Intermodal..................................................................................................... 219....... 20

Council in Closed Session

The following items are listed for consideration by Council in Closed Session with the public excluded, in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993 as listed below:

CONF 01 Former Council Administration Centre, 1 Hoxton Park Road, Liverpool

Reason: Item CONF 01 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10(A)(2)(c) of the Local Government Act because it contains information that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the Council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business.

CONF 02 ST2639 – LCC Banners Production, Installation and Maintenance Services

Reason: Item CONF 02 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10(A)(2)(d i) of the Local Government Act because it contains commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.

CONF 03 Extension of Membership Term - Environment Advisory Committee

Reason: Item CONF 03 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10(A)(2)(a) of the Local Government Act because it contains personal matters concerning particular individuals (other than councillors).

CONF 04 Liverpool Civic Place update

Reason: Item CONF 04 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10(A)(2)(c) of the Local Government Act because it contains information that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the Council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business.

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MINUTES OF THE Ordinary Meeting

HELD ON 26 July 2017

PRESENT:

Mayor Wendy Waller

Councillor Ayyad

Councillor Balloot

Councillor Hadchiti

Councillor Hadid

Councillor Hagarty

Councillor Harle

Councillor Kaliyanda

Councillor Karnib

Councillor Rhodes

Councillor Shelton

Ms Kiersten Fishburn, Chief Executive Officer

Mr Chris White, Director City Corporate

Ms Lina Kakish, Acting Director Planning and Growth

Dr Eddie Jackson, Director City Community and Culture

Mr Raj Autar, Director Infrastructure and Environment

The meeting commenced at 6.00pm

OPENING 6.00pm

Prayer

Acknowledgment of Country, The prayer of the Council was read

PRAYER OF COUNCIL AND by Reverend Stuart Pearson from St

AFFIRMATION TO BE READ BY Lukes Anglican Church.

Apologies Nil

Condolences Nil

Confirmation of Minutes

Motion Moved: Clr Shelton Seconded: Clr Hadid

That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 28 June 2017 be confirmed as a true
record of that meeting.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Declarations of Interest

Clr Shelton declared a non-pecuniary, less than significant interest in the following item:

CONF 01 Appointment of Independent Members of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee.

Reason Clr Shelton was on the selection panel referred to in that item.

Clr Shelton left the Chambers for the duration of this item.

Clr Harle declared a non-pecuniary, less than significant interest in the following item:

DPG 07 Draft Warwick Farm Precinct Strategy.

Reason Clr Harle has extended family members who reside in the area.

Clr Harle remained in the Chambers for the duration of this item.

Ms Kiersten Fishburn, CEO, declared a pecuniary interest in the following item:

DPG 03 Draft Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 (Amendment 65) - Shepherd Street Planning Proposal

Reason: Ms Fishburn and her partner have put a deposit on an investment property in the Coronation Development on Shepherd Street.

Ms Fishburn left the Chambers and handed over to Chris White to be Acting CEO in her absence for this item.

Public Forum

Presentation – items not on agenda

Ian Bailey addressed the Council on the following matter:

Health risks caused by humans in Liverpool. The unseen pollution.

2. Robert Storey addressed the Council on the following matter:

The impact flooding has on Liverpool when floodplain land is allowed to be filled.

Motion: Moved: Clr Shelton Seconded: Clr Karnib

That a three minute extension of time be given to the speaker.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Representation – items on agenda

Agenda Item: DIEN 01

Speaking 4 the Planet (S4P) Event.

Speaking 4 the Planet (S4P) is a public speaking, drama and visual art competition which recoginises and celebrates World Environment Day. S4P invites local high school students to participate by preparing speeches and performances relating to the World Environment Day theme, which this year was “Connecting People to Nature”.

The winners of the prepared and impromptu speech were invited to this Council meeting to deliver their winning speeches.

Prepared Speech Winner - Miss Mahnoor Laiq from Malek Fahd Islamic School presented her winning speech.

2. Impromptu Speech Winner - Miss Mufaro Mutowembwa from All Saints Catholic College presented her winning speech.

3. Ms Joanducre Khouzame from Joandrac Realty, on behalf of land owners in Manning Street, Warwick Farm addressed Council on the following matter:

DPG 07 Draft Warwick Farm Precinct Strategy.

Motion: Moved: Clr Shelton Seconded: Clr Karnib

That a three minute extension of time be given to the speaker.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Ms Fishburn, Council’s CEO left the Chambers at 6.28pm for the duration of Mr Labutis’s address to Council.

4. Mr Aras Labutis from Coronation Property addressed Council on the following matter:

DPG 03 Draft Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 (Amendment 65) – Shepherd Street Planning Proposal.

5. Ms Traecy Martin addressed Council on the following matter:

IHAP 01 DA – 104/2016 – Demolition of two dwellings and construction of a multi-dwelling housing development at 13 Maxwells Avenue and 4 Devlin Street, Ashcroft.

Motion: Moved: Clr Kaliyanda Seconded: Clr Shelton

That a three minute extension of time be given to the speaker.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

6. Ms Sawsan Mouslemani will address Council on the following matter:

IHAP 01 DA – 104/2016 – Demolition of two dwellings and construction of a multi-dwelling housing development at 13 Maxwells Avenue and 4 Devlin Street, Ashcroft.

ITEM NO: DPG 07

FILE NO: 186735.2017

SUBJECT: Draft Warwick Farm Precinct Strategy

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Endorses the draft Warwick Farm Precinct Strategy to be placed on public exhibition, with a report back to Council in October 2017 advising on any submissions received in response;

2. Acknowledges that the draft Warwick Farm Precinct Strategy provides discussion on the strategic merit of Planning Proposal RZ-18/2015 for Lot 1 Governor Macquarie Drive, Warwick Farm (Masters Site) to rezone the land from B5 Business Development Zone to R4 High Density Residential Zone and requests that a further report be submitted to Council in August 2017;

3. Acknowledges that the draft Warwick Farm Precinct Strategy provides discussion on the strategic merit of Planning Proposal RZ-4/2016 (36-42 Orange Grove Road) (Schweppes Site), and requests that a further report be submitted to Council in August 2017; and

4. Resolves that there is strategic merit in rezoning land located north-west of the Warwick Farm railway station, as referred to in the Warwick Farm Precinct Strategy, to higher density residential and requests that the CEO undertake a review of the development controls to facilitate the delivery of diverse and affordable housing in the area.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Ayyad Seconded: Clr Rhodes

That Council:

1. Prepare a draft Warwick Farm Precinct Strategy which reflects a mixed use zoning (specifically for the horse racing precinct), with the input of Councillors and residents;

2. Endorse in principle the planning proposal for Lot 1 Governor Macquarie Drive, Warwick Farm, subject to the applicant submitting a modified proposal with a maximum floor space ratio (FSR) of 2.2:1 which equates to approximately 500 residential units of which 10% will be dedicated to retail;

3. Delegates to the CEO the authority to finalise the modified proposal and submit to DPE for Gateway approval with a recommendation that detailed traffic and flood modelling be included in Gateway conditions;

4. Notes that the CEO will finalise negotiations regarding the proposed VPA and public benefit offer and any other relevant conditions as required to support the proposal, with a report to be presented to a future Council meeting; and

5. Notes that funds will be sought in the Capital program in the 2017/18 budget to progress land acquisitions for the bypass road.

Foreshadowed motion: Moved: Clr Hagarty Seconded: Clr Kaliyanda

That Council:

1. Does not endorse the proposed Warwick Farm Precinct Strategy;

2. Conduct a strategic planning session with C ouncillors to provide input into a revised precinct strategy; and

3. Notes the concerns and wishes of the residents of Warwick Farm and work constructively with them towards a mutually beneficial outcome.

On being put to the meeting the Motion (moved by Clr Ayyad) was declared CARRIED and the Foreshadowed Motion (moved by Clr Hagarty) lapsed.

The vote for the Motion (moved by Clr Ayyad) was:

Vote for: Clr Ayyad

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Harle

Clr Rhodes

Vote against: Mayor Waller

Clr Hagarty

Clr Kaliyanda

Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

NOTE: A Rescission Motion signed by Councillors Hagarty, Kaliyanda, Karnib and Shelton was subsequently lodged after the meeting. The Rescission Motion will be placed on the 30 August 2017 Council Agenda for consideration.

Clr Kaliyanda left the Chambers at 7.43pm.

Clr Kaliyanda returned to the Chambers at 7.50pm.

Chief Executive Officer Report

ITEM NO: CEO 01

FILE NO: 181855.2017

SUBJECT: Electronic voting and recording system

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Endorse the implementation of a replacement solution to the audio visual system equipment used in the Council Chambers as per Option 2 of this report at a cost of $60,000;

2. Note that funds of $20,000 are included in the 2017/18 budget and the additional $40,000 required will need to be approved at the next budget review; and

3. Receive a further report from officers on the options relating to streaming of Council meetings and associated costs.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Rhodes Seconded: Clr Harle

1. Endorse the implementation of a replacement solution to the audio visual system equipment used in the Council Chambers as per Option 2 of this report at a cost of $60,000; and

2. Note that funds of $20,000 are included in the 2017/18 budget and additional funds as needed will be approved in the next budget review.

Foreshadowed motion: Moved: Clr Hagarty Seconded: Clr Kaliyanda

That Council:

1. Adopts Option 1 in the report – Simple implementation without voting, $24K;

2. Note that funds of $20,000 are included in the 2017/18 budget and additional funds as needed will be approved in the next budget review; and

3. Takes into consideration options for streaming as part of the civic place development.

On being put to the meeting the Motion (moved by Clr Rhodes) was declared LOST.

The Foreshadowed motion (moved by Clr Hagarty) then became the Motion and on being put to the meeting was declared CARRIED.

Questions with Notice

ITEM NO: QWN 01

FILE NO: 192743.2017

SUBJECT: Question with Notice - Clr Harle

These questions relate to the current state of the Liverpool CBD.

Visitors to the Liverpool CBD area have expressed concern at the rapidly increasing amounts of black chewing gum ingrained on the pavement including the recently refurbished Mall.

The current state of the pavements detracts from the efforts of Council Staff to maintain areas free from litter. It is also disappointing to see that people are not using rubbish bins within a few metres of where they leave their litter behind.

Please address the following:

· Is Council aware of the increasing amounts of Chewing Gum in the CBD in general and particularly in the Mall?

Chewing gum removal has been a problem encountered in the CBD for many years. No data is available on the actual number of pieces encountered. A range of techniques is required for different surfaces and for different seasons. Removal of gum from the recently installed granite paving requires specialist commercial grade high pressure systems which use vehicle mounted equipment to totally remove gum quickly with no gum residue. The new equipment will be more mobile around the CBD for rapid response intense cleaning and will be operational by September.

· Has Council abandoned the use of the Special Purpose Chewing Gum Removal Machine purchased at substantial cost of around $80,000?

The machine was ineffective in removing gum in an efficient and timely manner and has been sold. The main issues of inefficiency included repeated mechanical failures of the steamer and time consuming removal of gum at a high cost per square meter.

· Has Council considered the use of weekend Corrective Services Detention offenders to remove the chewing gum from pavement surfaces in the CBD as proposed some time ago?

A trial of manual gum removal using community service offenders with hand equipment is under way has so far been very effective on brick paver surfaces in the winter season when the gum consistency is very firm and easy to remove. This work has been very successful and will be continued while the resources are available. These techniques are not suitable for general use on the new granite pavers which are protected by a seal which should not be disturbed by manual equipment.

· Does Council have a plan on addressing this issue and littering in the CBD and Mall areas in general?

The state-wide Tosser blitz is currently underway and is managed by EPA NSW. Council is participating in all aspects of the campaign.

In addition, Council’s two street sweepers operate a double shift between 4:00am and 11:30pm Monday to Friday, and 4:00am till 11:30am on weekends. The streets and footpaths within the CBD are swept and dedicated CBD cleaners patrol and clean the CBD on a daily basis.

· Is it possible to display appropriate warning signs that include the scheduled fines in appropriate areas within the CBD?

Signs can be displayed warning littering is an offence and subject to heavy fines. The schedule of fines does change with time so it is recommended that the schedule not be included on the signage.

· Has Council considered fining offenders as per the current applicable scheduled fines?

For a Ranger to issue a fine the name and address of the offender needs to be obtained and this is generally difficult as most people will refuse to provide their details. It is suggested that an education program be considered in consultation with Council’s communication team to assist in reinforcing any regulatory signage.

General littering

Littering is subject to a tiered range of fines under the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997:

$80 for littering small items, such as bottle tops and cigarette butts

· $250 for general littering,

· $250 for an individual littering from a vehicle ($500 for corporations)

· $450 for littering in dangerous circumstances, such as depositing a syringe or a lit cigarette ($900 for corporations).

More information here: http://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/regulations/2014-564.pdf

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadid Seconded: Clr Rhodes

That Council:

Form a CBD committee of stakeholders to collaborate on the issues in the CBD and to work with Council to assist in the CBD’s operational success as a commercial centre;

2. Establish a Charter for this Committee; and

3. Establish a recruitment process through expressions of interest for membership to this Committee.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

PRESENTATIONS BY COUNCILLORS – Clr Rhodes

Councillor Rhodes made a presentation to Council on the 75^th Anniversary of the death of Lieutenant Cantello ceremony held on the 8^th June at the Lieutenant Cantello Park.

Clr Rhodes’s presentation is shown below:

“I have been asked to relay John Jewel, Garry Traynor and the community thanks to Council for their organising of the 75 Anniversary of the death of Lieutenant Cantello Ceremony on the 8th June at the Lieutenant Cantello Park.

Liverpool Council assistance to recognise Lieutenant Cantello's sacrifice on that fateful day when Sydney was under attack by Japanese mini submarines, not only contributes enormously to honouring the only American pilot to have lost his life on Australian soil whilst defending this country but also to recognising and appreciating the significance of Liverpool history.

The council effort at such short notice and exasperated by communication difficulties that Kuttabul Commemoration Project Manager, Gary Traynor who comes from the far South Coast had in establishing the contacts necessary to organise this event, is to be commended.

I have been asked to thank Council and in particular the efforts of Dr Eddie Jackson and his team for not only the organising of the infrastructure to ensure the running of the event was a success, but also contacted the various Heritage groups, RSL, MP's, Mayors, Councillors and media to advise them of this event.

I have been asked to mention the extraordinary efforts of Council employee Alyson Infanti, who went above and beyond the call of duty, despite not being well, and having to organise so much in such little time and with such little warning.

They are saddened to hear of health issues that Alyson has since suffered and have asked that their well wishes for a speedy full recovery be extended to her on their behalf.

Gary Traynor said that he has never had such Council assistance as that which was extended to him on this occasion.

Since being made aware of Council's policies and procedures in instrumenting these events they also feel that they are grateful for the knowledge and future expectations of not only this Council's requirements, but also are now more aware for their future endeavours in organising similar events even perhaps in other places.

On behalf of Garry Traynor, John Jewel, and those concerned from the community of Liverpool I extend their thanks and gratitude for Council's assistance in the commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of Lieutenant George Cantello's death”.

Clr Ayyad returned to the Chambers at 9.16pm.

Notices of Motion

ITEM NO: NOM 01

FILE NO: 192676.2017

SUBJECT: Problem Gambling

BACKGROUND

In 2010, a Productivity Commission Report highlighted the link between regular use of electronic gaming or poker machines (EGMs) and high problem gambling prevalence rates.

Problem gambling has been found to have the following impacts:

· financial harm

relationship breakdown, conflict or disruption
emotional of psychological distress
deconditioning of health
cultural harm
reduced performance at work/study
criminal activity

For every person that experiences harm from problem gambling, approximately 5-10 others are impacted, including children. This does not consider full-lifetime impacts of gambling harm or the impacts of less severe problem gambling (Department of Social Services, 2017).

The availability of gambling machines in the community, also called accessibility, is often linked to problem gambling (Vasiliadis et al, 2013). The Liverpool Local Government Area (LGA) ranks in the top 10 LGAs of losses per poker machine, with each machine causing approximately $87,305 (Alliance for Gambling Reform, 2017).

At the moment, the views of local communities and local governments are routinely ignored when it comes to the placement of poker machines. Local government should have the ability to meaningfully represent residents and have a genuine say on where poker machines are to be located.

In late 2016, following an extended community and legal campaign by local residents and Liverpool Council, the Land and Environment Court rejected a proposal for a pub in Casula with fifteen poker machine licences due to the risk of adverse social impacts that it would have on the area. This is despite the existing Gaming Machines Act requiring that no new venue should be located close to a school. Therefore, what should have been a straightforward case for the application to be denied if the Act was being followed required significant community and Council resources to be expended to fight for a fair and logical outcome.

Recently, the NSW Government invited submissions in response to a review of the rules for determining applications to introduce extra poker machines into an area, known as the Local Impact Assessment (LIA) process. Fairfield Council’s submission called for the NSW Government to ban approval of any more machines in areas with high risk of gambling-related harm.

NOTICE OF MOTION (Submitted by Clr Kaliyanda)

That:

1. The CEO write to Liquor and Gaming NSW to advocate for local governments to have a greater say in the placement of poker machines;

2. Council also publicly advocate for a cap on the number of poker machines in areas with high risk of gambling-related harm;

3. Council reflect this position when reviewing and making comment on liquor license and gaming machine applications as per section 6.4.2 of the Social Impact Assessment Policy; and

4. Council staff provide Councillors with regular reporting on the number of poker machines in the LGA, in line with section 6.4.5 of the Social Impact Assessment Policy.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Kaliyanda Seconded: Clr Shelton

That Council:

1. The CEO write to Liquor and Gaming NSW to advocate for local governments to have a greater say in the placement of poker machines;

2. Council also publicly advocate for a cap on the number of poker machines in areas with high risk of gambling-related harm;

Council reflect this position when reviewing and making comment on liquor license and gaming machine applications as per section 6.4.2 of the Social Impact Assessment Policy;

Council staff provide Councillors with regular reporting on the number of poker machines in the LGA, in line with section 6.4.5 of the Social Impact Assessment Policy; and

That Council investigate and report back to Councillors on the merits of engaging with Not for Profit Organisations such as Youth Solutions, who are currently operating in LGA’s with the Highest Band width of identified problem areas, to address the impact of Gambling, Alcohol, and Drug dependency and addiction.

Foreshadowed motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Hadid

That Council investigate and report back to Councillors on the merits of engaging with Not for Profit Organisations such as Youth Solutions, who are currently operating in LGA’s with the Highest Band width of identified problem areas, to address the impact of Gambling, Alcohol, and Drug dependency and addiction.

On being put to the meeting the Motion (moved by Clr Kaliyanda) was declared LOST. The Foreshadowed motion (moved by Clr Hadchiti) then became the Motion and on being put the meeting was declared CARRIED.

Division called for Clr Hadchiti’s Motion:

Vote for: Clr Ayyad

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Harle

Clr Rhodes

Vote against: Mayor Waller

Clr Hagarty

Clr Kaliyanda

Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

Ordinary Meeting 30 August 2017

Independent Hearing and Assessment Panel Report

IHAP 01

DA-1188/2016 - Subdivision of 2 lots into three lots, partial demolition of existing dwelling and construction of a carport on proposed Lot 90; construction of a two storey dwelling on proposed Lot 91 and construction of a two storey dwelling with a secondary dwelling on proposed Lot 92 at 10 Chrysanthemum Avenue, Lurnea

Strategic Direction	Strengthening and Protecting our Environment Exercise planning controls to create high-quality, inclusive urban environments
File Ref	215404.2017
Report By	Kweku Aikins - Development Assessment Planner
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth

Property	10 Chrysanthemum Avenue, Lurnea
Owner	Ms D M A M Al-Zouhairy
Applicant	Mr M A M Al Zohairy

Executive Summary

Council has received and considered a development application DA-1188/2016, proposing the subdivision of 2 lots into three lots, partial demolition of existing dwelling and construction of a carport on proposed lot 90; construction of a two storey dwelling on proposed lot 91 and construction of a two storey dwelling with a secondary dwelling on proposed lot 92 at 10 Chrysanthemum Avenue, Lurnea. This application was lodged on 12 December 2016.

Due to the application receiving more than five unresolved objections and pursuant to requirements of the endorsed Independent Hearing and Assessment Panel (IHAP) Charter and Procedure, the proposal was referred to the 24 July 2017 meeting of the Independent Hearing and Assessment Panel (IHAP).

The IHAP recommendation was that determination of the application be deferred until the applicant provides the additional information as described in the panel minutes. Specifically, the IHAP advised that plans should be amended to demonstrate the following:

· Details of the Natural Ground Level (NGL) in relation to the Finished Floor Level (FFL) of each of the proposed dwellings

· A cross section of the entire site showing details of the Natural Ground Level (NGL) in relation to the Finished Floor Level (FFL) of each dwelling

· The primary and secondary dwellings on proposed ’Lot 92’ are to be redesigned to ensure that they are attached to one another

· Bedrooms are to be provided with the minimum dimensions as stipulated in the NSW Department of Planning Apartment Design Guide (ADG)

· The facade of the primary dwellings are to be redesigned to ensure that there is better cohesion between the architectural design of the buildings

· Landscaping is to be provided on either side of the access handle in which the chosen plant species must improve the amenity of the future occupants of the dwellings, and provide visual relief to the built form of the development and surrounding buildings.

Following the IHAP meeting, correspondence was received from the applicant in which each of the above issues was addressed.

On 26 July 2017, Council resolved that all IHAP applications are referred to a Council meeting for determination. Accordingly, the subject application is to be determined by Council.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council approves Development Application DA-1188/2016 subject to the amended recommended conditions of consent contained in Attachment 3.

Background

Council has received and considered a development application DA-11188/2016, proposing the subdivision of 2 lots into three lots, partial demolition of existing dwelling and construction of a carport on proposed lot 90; construction of a two storey dwelling on proposed lot 91 and construction of a two storey dwelling with a secondary dwelling on proposed lot 92 at 10 Chrysanthemum Avenue, Lurnea.

The proposal was placed on public exhibition between 16 December 2016 and 5 January 2017 in accordance with Liverpool Development Control Plan 2008 (LDCP 2008). A petition objecting to the proposal was received and it contained nine (9) signatures from six (6) different households. The concerns raised in the submission relate to traffic generation and pedestrian safety, overcrowding of the locality due to increased density, waste management, privacy, noise, vehicle maneuverability and the notification process.

The Site

The site is legally described as Lot 9 Sec 30 and Lot 10 Sec 30 in DP 4849, and is located at 10 Chrysanthemum Avenue, Lurnea. It is a regularly shaped allotment with a frontage to Chrysanthemum Avenue of 18.28m, a total site area of 1414.4m² and has a slope from East to West of approximately 2.6m.

The subject site contains a double storey dwelling and associated outbuildings with no significant vegetation.

Figure 1: Aerial view of site

The locality is predominately characterised by existing low density residential development, apart from the medium density development to the south of the subject site. Northeast of the site is Amalfi Memorial Park and 90m to the west is the Southwestern Freeway (M5 Motorway).

Figure 2: Locality Map

details of the proposal

The DA seeks consent for the following:

- Partial demolition of the existing dwelling;

- Subdivision of 2 lots into 3 lot including 1 standard allotment and 2 battle-axe allotments;

- Construction of a carport in front of the existing dwelling; a two storey dwelling on proposed ‘Lot 91’; and a two storey dwelling and detached secondary dwelling on proposed ‘Lot 92’.

An extract of the proposed site plan, elevations and streetscape plan are provided in Figures 3, 4, 5 and 6 below.

Figure 3: Site Plan

Figure 4: Proposed Subdivision Plan

Figure 5: Access Handle Elevation

Figure 6: Streetscape

the issues

The subject site is zoned R2 Low Density Residential under the Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 (LLEP 2008) and the proposed development is permissible with consent.

The key issues associated with the proposal are those in the submission received including traffic generation and pedestrian safety, overcrowding of the locality due to the increased density, waste management, privacy, noise and lack of information provided during the notification period.

Independent Hearing and assessment panel

The 24 July 2017, IHAP recommendations are assessed below.

IHAP recommendation	Agreed/Not Agreed	Council Officer’s comment
The panel notes that the plans submitted with application do not adequately show the slope of the land. The land slopes from the road frontage up to the rear boundary in the order of approximately 2.6 metres. The architectural plans show minimal level change on the site. Proper architectural plans showing existing and finished levels, a cross section through the entire site and areas of cut and fill (if any) should be submitted and assessed before any determination is made.	Not Agreed	It is considered that the submitted elevation plans are satisfactory as they show how the dwellings will sit on the site. The plans clearly show the existing Natural Ground Level (NGL) and the Finished Floor Levels (FFL) of each dwelling (see example extract below). A cross section is not required in this instance as the cut and fill is minimal due to the 2.6 metre fall across a site that has a total length of over 77 metres.
The Panel is concerned about the layout of the dwellings on proposed lot 92. The detachment and orientation of the principal and secondary dwellings results in an inefficient use of limited space which impacts on the amenity of the future occupants of these dwellings. The panel recommends the applicant be requested to redesign the dwellings on proposed lot 92 so to achieve a better and more efficient use of space, more usable private open space, better environmental amenity for future occupants and a better relationship and outlook with and to adjoining dwellings, including the proposed dwelling on lot 91. This can be achieved by attaching the two dwellings as encouraged by Council’s DCP.	Not Agreed	The secondary dwelling and primary dwelling on Lot 92 will be situated on an allotment with a size of 450sqm. The IHAP raised concerns about the utilisation of space on Lot 92 and the potential privacy impacts posed by the secondary dwelling. However, the subject plans indicate that the secondary dwelling will be setback 1.8m from the primary dwelling, which is considered satisfactory. The submitted plans show that the primary dwelling on Lot 92 will be provided with 88sqm of private open space, 25% of landscaped area and a 4m x 6m area in the rear setback for deep soil planting as required under the Liverpool Development Control Plan 2008 (LDCP 2008). The primary and secondary dwellings will meet the Floor Space Ratio (FSR) requirements of the Liverpool Local Environmental Plan (LLEP) 2008 and the solar access and setback requirements of the LDCP 2008. Notwithstanding the above, only one of the windows of the secondary dwelling will cause potential overlooking into the primary dwelling (see image below). A condition of consent is recommended to ensure that the subject window is provided with a privacy screen. It is considered that the submitted plans are satisfactory and that there is no discernible benefit in attaching the secondary and primary dwellings.
All bedroom widths in the redesigned dwellings on proposed lot 91 and 92 should comply with the minimum widths specified in the Apartment Design Guide as a guide to an appropriate level of amenity in residential buildings of all kinds.	Agreed	Objective 4D-3 of the Apartment Design Guide (ADG) requires that all bedrooms are provided with a minimum width of 3m (excluding wardrobes). The ADG can be used as an appropriate guide for all residential development even though it typically applies to residential flat buildings and shop top housing. Council has received amended plans in which the dwelling on ‘Lot 91’ will be provided with three bedrooms with dimensions of 2.76m x 3.86m (Master b/room), 3.75m x 2.815m (Bed 2) and 2.93m x 4.6m (Bed 3). The primary dwelling on Lot 92 will be provided with four bedrooms with dimensions of 2.89m x 3.56m (Guest), 2.82m x 4.16m (Master b/room), 3.19m x 2.77m (Bed 2) and 3.65m x 2.77m (Bed 3). The secondary dwelling on ‘Lot 2’ will be provided with two bedrooms with dimensions of 3m x 3m (Bed 1 & 2). Although most of the bedrooms will have minimum dimensions of less than 3m, the variations are very minimal (e.g. 24mm for the Master bedroom on ‘Lot 91’). Additionally, all the Master bedrooms will be at least 10sqm in size while the remaining bedrooms will be at least 9sqm in size, thereby meeting the requirements of the ADG. The intent of the IHAP recommendation has been achieved. § Note: The ADG does not apply to low density residential development but it is considered to be an appropriate guide when considering minimum bedroom sizes.
There should be better cohesion in the architectural design of the dwellings on lot 92 and the dwelling on lot 91, which should be reflected on the amended plans requested above.	Not Agreed	The proposed dwellings are compatible with the character of the existing dwellings within the zone. Each of the dwellings have been designed with unique facades to ensure that the proposed development is varied and interesting in appearance. The appearance of the dwellings are not required to be similar as each of the primary dwellings will be on a separate allotment and are considered to be wholly self-contained individual residences.
The panel recommends the applicant be requested to provide an amended landscape plan which provides: a) Shrub and tree Species that provide visual relief to the built form of the development and surrounding buildings and improves the amenity of the future occupants of the dwellings; b) A one metre wide landscape strip on either side of a three (3) metre wide driveway from the front boundary to the splay in the rear boundary of proposed lot 90 (subject to adequate area being available for manoeuvring into and out of the garage on proposed lot 91)	Agreed	Council has received an amended landscape which includes native plants such as Purple Twining Pea (Hardenbergia violacea) and Grey Myrtle (Backhousia myrtifolia). The proposed vegetation is suitable for planting along the access handle as it will provide separation between the boundary fences and the carriageway. The amended plans also include a landscape strip along the northern boundary of the access handle as recommended by the IHAP. The proposed landscaping will not obstruct vehicular movements, is attractive and has been recommended in Council’s ‘Sustainability Blitz Fact Sheet - Native Gardening’ document.
The plan of proposed subdivision should be amended to include an easement for maintenance and access adjacent to the southern boundary of proposed lot 90 benefitting that land and burdening proposed lot 91 and 92.	Agreed	Council has received an amended subdivision plan with a 0.9m maintenance easement adjacent to the southern wall of the existing dwelling. Conditions of consent are recommended to ensure that the easement is included on the final subdivision plan.

Consultation

The proposal was placed on public exhibition between 16 December 2016 and 5 January 2017 in accordance with Liverpool Development Control Plan 2008 (LDCP 2008). A petition objecting to the proposal was received and it contained nine (9) signatures from six (6) different households. The concerns raised in the submission relate to traffic generation and pedestrian safety, overcrowding of the locality due to the increased density, waste management, privacy, noise, vehicle maneuverability and the notification process.

Council officers have provided detailed comments in response to the submissions in the attached IHAP report.

Conclusion

The application has been assessed against the relevant considerations prescribed by Section 79C of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. The application is recommended for approval, subject to conditions.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Facilitate economic development.
Environment	Enhance the environmental performance of buildings and homes.
Social	Regulate for a mix of housing types that responds to different population groups such as young families and older people.
Civic Leadership	There are no civic leadership and governance considerations.
Legislative	Environmental Planning and Assessment Act NSW (EP & A Act) 1979 Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulations (EPAR) 2000 Greater Metropolitan Regional Environmental Plan No. 2 – Georges River Catchment (now deemed SEPP) State Environmental Planning Policy No. 55 – Remediation of Land State Environmental Planning Policy (Infrastructure) 2007 State Environmental Planning Policy (Building Sustainability Index BASIX) 2004 Liverpool Local Environmental Plan (LLEP) 2008

ATTACHMENTS

1. Council Officer's IHAP Report ⇨ (Under separate cover)

2. IHAP Recommendation ⇨ (Under separate cover)

3. Recommended Conditions of Consent ⇨ (Under separate cover)

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City Economy and Growth Report

DPG 01

Amendment to Heritage Advisory Committee Charter

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Celebrate diversity, promote inclusion and recognise heritage
File Ref	201261.2017
Report By	Thomas Wheeler - Heritage Officer
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth

Executive Summary

In accordance with Council policy, the Charter of the Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC) is required to be reviewed every two (2) years from the date of adoption. The current HAC Charter came into effect on 16 December 2015, with the subsequent review to be undertaken by 16 December 2017.

This review has been bought forward in response to the following issues that have been identified as having the potential to impact on the function of the Committee and its ability to act as an advisory body to Council:

· Council Officers on the Committee with voting rights is contradictory to the Committee being a community advisory body to Council;

· The ability for the Committee to hold meetings, and pass motions, without the presence of a Councillor is inconsistent with the function of other Committees of Council;

· The Charter currently allows for members of the public to participate in discussions or raise matters of general business. This is different to the other committees of Council.

The proposed amendments would not reduce the function of the Committee, or impact its contribution. The amendments are aimed at ensuring the Charter is consistent with other Council committees and reflects the intent of the Committee as a representative body of the community, tasked with advising Council on matters relating to heritage management and conservation.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council adopts the revised Heritage Advisory Committee Charter.

REPORT

Background

Formed in the 1990s, the Liverpool Heritage Advisory Committee is a community representative body formed under Section 373 of the Local Government Act 1993, to support the conservation and promotion of heritage within the Liverpool Local Government Area by providing relevant community based advice and assistance.

The Heritage Council of NSW recognises local heritage committees as a key tool in delivering best practice in local heritage management, providing both advice and guidance to Council as to the expectations of the community in relation to heritage conservation.

The HAC has been actively involved in the identification and listing of heritage items and supporting Council in the development of local policies and responses to heritage conservation and adaptive reuse. Key projects have included the potential heritage items study which was reported to Council in June 2017.

Liverpool Heritage Advisory Committee Charter

The current Charter of the HAC was adopted on 16 December 2015 and was revised to reflect Council’s standard template for committee charters and to amend inconsistencies in the previous charter with regard to structure and function. The changes included:

- Amendment to Sub-Section 7.4 – The nominated Councillor will act as the Chairperson, with the second Councillor to act as Deputy Chairperson;

- Amendment to Sub-Section 8.1 – it is expected that at least one Councillor will attend each Committee meeting;

- Amendment to Sub-Section 8.4 – The committee is to conduct business in accordance with Council’s resolution of 24 March 2015 as follows….

- Standard wording to Sections 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17.

The changes were designed to provide consistency between the HAC and the other Council committees, and to ensure that the role of the Councillors within the committee was clearly defined.

Council staff have identified issues with the current charter that require immediate changes to improve the function of the Committee.

The following table outlines the issues identified and provides a summary of the proposed amendments devised in response. The full amendments are detailed in the reviewed HAC Charter (Attachment 1) with the amendments outlined with track changes.

Amendment	Proposed Amendments
1.	Functions
1.	*Issue* The existing functions of the Committee are detailed across thirteen (13) points. A number of these functions are self-explanatory but there are duplications with the involvement of the Committee in the review and implementation of policies and strategies. The proposed amendments, summarises the thirteen (13) functions into seven (7) clear functions, removing any duplication without reducing or altering the functions of the Committee. *Summary of Amendments* The functions have been reworded and duplications have been removed, as in the following examples: Proposed new function: (a) To provide Council with advice on the management of heritage within the Liverpool LGA. This include reviewing and commenting on Council and State policies and strategies that affect heritage within the LGA and make recommendations on conservation objectives, policies and overall direction where appropriate. Replaces: (a) Advise Council on a range of heritage matters which are of interest to the community, in particular, by providing expertise, local knowledge and guidance to Council’s Heritage Officer when required; (g) Advise Council staff on matters relating to the ongoing implementation of the Heritage Strategy and be actively involved in the implementation when required; and (h) Provide input into the development and/ or review of Council’s heritage conservation policy instruments. (m) Identify heritage issues within the Liverpool Local Government Area that require further research and action. Proposed new function: (b) To advise and make recommendations to Council in relation to the nomination and deletion of Heritage Listed items from the Local Environmental Plan (LEP) and State Heritage Register. This includes the undertaking of historical research and provision of evidence in support of recommendations. Replaces: (c) Identify places that the community recognises as being of cultural significance and to encourage their conservation; (d) Actively undertake historical research to support existing and potential local heritage listings (e) Support the nominations of places that have potential for listing on the State Heritage Register by actively researching and preparing State Heritage Register nomination forms in conjunction with Council’s Heritage Officer. The full range of amendments are marked-up in Attachment 1.
2.	Membership
2.	*Issue* The current membership of the committee, under the Charter, consists of ten (10) members including two (2) Councillors, two (2) Council staff members (Council’s Heritage Officer and a staff member to provide administrative support) and six (6) community representatives. The membership holds voting rights and therefore has direct involvement in the recommendations of the committee. It is considered inappropriate for Council staff to have voting rights. The committee has been designated by the Council as an advisory committee. There is a perception risk that Council maintains staff on the Committee with voting rights, as a means to ensure that the Committee provides advice to Council that it sees as being acceptable. Council staff should be removed from the membership of the Committee, subsequently losing voting rights, but still involved within the Committee to provide advice and administrative support. This ensures that the recommendations made by the Committee are made by the community members and that Council staff involvement is only to support the committee. The number of members of the Committee is reduced from ten (10) to eight (8) with the removal of two (2) Council Officer’s. *Summary of Amendment* The proposed amendment is designed to broaden the potential membership base of the Committee. The new Committee membership will consist of 6 persons from the community: The Committee shall include six (6) persons from the Liverpool Local Government Area and this representation, where possible, should reflect the demographic makeup of the Liverpool Local Government Area and should include an Indigenous person. Applications for membership as community members will take place through a publically advertised expression of interest process, after which a recommendation will be submitted to the elected Council for approval of community members of the Committee. Two Councillors remain as committee members.
3.	Quorum and Decision Making
3.	*Issue* Section 8, in conjunction with Section 7 of the Charter currently allows for the committee to hold a meeting, without the presence of a Councillor, as long as the quorum of membership exists. This is not in keeping with Council policy in relation to the operation of Committees. *Summary of Amendment* This amendment modifies the requirement for quorum to include one Councillor. Therefore, based on a committee of eight (8), a quorum of four (4) community members and one (1) Councillor would be required.
4.	General Public
4.	*Issue* The current HAC Charter enables the attendance of the general public to meetings of the HAC. While this is inconsistent with Charters of the other Council Committees, it ensures that the Committee remains connected with the community. Previously, members of the general public have heavily influenced discussion within the meeting, and in some cases on matters not on the agenda. It is considered important that the general public should still be able to contribute, at the discretion of the Chairperson, consistent with the meeting’s agenda. *Summary of Amendment* The proposed amendment will continue to allow for public attendance at Committee meetings, but require members of the public to seek permission from the Chairperson before either contributing to the discussion or raising a matter in general business.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	There are no economic and financial considerations.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Preserve and maintain heritage, both landscape and cultural as urban development takes place.
Civic Leadership	Encourage the community to engage in Council initiatives and actions. Operate a well developed governance system that demonstrates accountability, transparency and ethical conduct.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Heritage Advisory Committee Charter DRAFT Amendments showing track changes.⇩

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City Economy and Growth Report

DPG 02

Tourism Report

Strategic Direction	Generating Opportunity Attract businesses for economic growth and employment opportunities
File Ref	212662.2017
Report By	Vi Girgis - Senior Officer City Precinct
Approved By	Julie Scott - Manager Economic Development

Executive Summary

Liverpool is currently experiencing a period of rapid expansion in the wake of the Western Sydney Airport announcement, the opening of two university campuses, the expansion of the city’s health and education precinct, and the exponential business and residential growth across the LGA. These factors, along with an organically growing visitor economy, point to a necessity for Council to consider its position and actions within the tourism sector.

This report presents the following:

1. The current context of the Australian tourism and visitor economy sector, outlining the current undertakings by government areas. Notably, it has been established that local government plays a significant role in both supply and demand of tourism and the visitor economy.

2. Findings on a report by Urbis regarding tourism in Liverpool. Major findings include:

(a) Between 2006 and 2016, growth in international visitors was particularly strong for both Liverpool (144%) and South West Sydney (138%).

(b) In 2015-16 the tourism sector contributed $161 million value-added (17%) to Liverpool’s Gross Regional Product (GRP) and 1,350 (2.9%) of full-time equivalent jobs.

(c) The major source of tourism within Liverpool is from people visiting friends and relatives, which accounted for 53% and 49% of domestic day visitors and international visitors, respectively.

3. Options for Council regarding establishing its position and actions within the tourism and visitor economy sector. These options include:

(a) Passive involvement – allow the sector to grow organically in Liverpool as it has been doing so over the past decade, and cross promote any opportunistic tourism-related activities or organisations.

(b) Participate in the Western Sydney Business Connection’s Western Sydney Visitor Strategy, which requires an initial cost to Council of $28,000.

(c) Enact Council’s previously commissioned 2015 Draft Destination Management Plan which requires operational expenditure of approximately $250,000 annually.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the findings outlined in this report; and

2. Resolves to adopt one of the options outlined in Section 3 of this report.

REPORT

1. AUSTRALIAN TOURISM & VISITOR ECONOMY CONTEXT

A recent briefing with Councillors by Julie Scott, Manager Economic Development, outlined the current undertakings by government areas in relation to tourism in Australia. They are outlined here again for the purpose of this report.

1.1 Federal Government

(a) The latest International Visitors Survey (IVS) results showed that international expenditure for the twelve months ending September 2016 grew 11%, reaching $38.8 billion.

(b) Tourism Australia is promoting Australia to potential working holiday makers through a new $10 million global youth advertising campaign over three years.

(c) The Australian Regional Tourism Network (ARTN) commissioned a study which was released in January 2017 outlining and affirming the important role that local governments across Australia play in the tourism and visitor economy sector. In particular, the significant spend by regional Councils in this space. The findings of this research will be used to demonstrate the importance of local government when federal and state policies are formulated and enabling infrastructure discussed.

1.2 NSW State Government – Destination NSW Update, 13 March 2017

At the Local Government NSW Annual Tourism Conference in March 2017, Destination NSW presented an update on the NSW visitor economy and its actions/initiatives in this space. The presentation had a heavy focus on Regional Tourism and Destination NSW’s initiatives to grow that particular sector. The update outlined the following:

(a) Regional Tourism 2016

i) Increased funding to Regional Tourism Organisations of $43 million over four years.

ii) Established new Destination Networks which geographically classify regional and rural cities throughout NSW.

iii) Established new Regional Tourism Fund.

iv) Enhanced Regional Flagship Events Funding Program.

v) Created a Regional NSW Division within Destination NSW.

vi) Created a Regional Conferencing Unit.

vii) Delivered the Regional Tourism Campaign.

* Note that Liverpool is not eligible for regional funding, as it is not classed as a ‘regional city’ within any of the new Destination Networks.

(b) Visitor Services

i) Revamped official Sydney Guide, with one million copies of the guide printed annually in English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean.

ii) Accredited Visitor Information Centre Merchandising Program through a new initiative with TAFE NSW which offers free workshops in visual merchandising

iii) Destination Ambassador Program launched in October 2016.

iv) Accredited Visitor Information Centre Program, providing support on continuous business improvements.

i) Presentation of the Australian Tourism Exchange 2017, the southern hemisphere’s largest annual travel and tourism business-to-business event.

ii) Established the NSW First Program to assist tourism businesses to develop, promote and sell their tourism products through workshops and webinars.

iii) Working with tourism businesses and regions to develop export-ready products for distribution.

iv) Development and distribution of toolkits and resources, including the Tourism Business Toolkit, Inbound Guide and templates, and China Market Toolkit.

(d) Sector Development

i) Delivery of Aboriginal Tourism Action Plan 2013-16.

ii) Food and Wine Tourism Action Plan 2017-20 is being developed.

iii) The Youth Tourism Action Plan is being created.

1.3 Regional

(a) A division of the NSW Business Chamber helps businesses operating in the visitor economy to maximise their potential to ensure NSW remains the number one tourism destination in Australia.

(b) The newly-formed South West Sydney Tourism Taskforce Inc. NSW represents stakeholders engaged in the South West Sydney tourism industry, including private businesses and local government representatives. The Taskforce is looking for opportunities in South West Sydney that will contribute towards a Visitor Strategy to help position the region as a significant destination in Sydney.

1.4 Local

According to the results of the ARTN Local Government Spend on Tourism report of January 2017:

(a) In 2015/16 local governments in Australia spent an estimated $373 million on the operation of visitor information centres, events, festivals, promotion, marketing and development of tourism.

(b) Two thirds ($250 million) of local government spend on tourism was undertaken by Councils located in regional and remote areas.

(d) Eight in ten Councils directly employ staff that have a tourism role. This equates to an estimated total of 1,672 full-time equivalent jobs.

(e) Nine in ten Councils agreed that tourism offers future economic development opportunities for their local area.

2. URBIS REPORT ON TOURISM IN LIVERPOOL LGA

Council recently commissioned independent economic modeling through Urbis to provide an overview of the tourism sector in the Liverpool LGA and its significance within the regional economy. The report is attached, and a summary of the findings is outlined below.

2.1 There were almost 855,000 visitors to Liverpool in 2016, accounting for 20% of visitors to South West Sydney, and almost 3% of visitors to Greater Sydney.

2.2 The major source of tourism within Liverpool is from people visiting friends and relatives (VFR), driven chiefly by the large and growing Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) population in the region.

2.3 In 2016, the VFR tourism segment accounted for 53% and 49% of domestic day visitors and international visitors, respectively, in Liverpool. In contrast, across South West Sydney and NSW as a whole, domestic day and international visitors are more likely to be visiting for holiday purposes.

2.4 Between 2006 and 2016, growth in international visitors was particularly strong for both Liverpool (144%) and South West Sydney (138%), likely reflecting the stronger-than-average population growth in the region, which has remained culturally diverse.

2.5 While there is no breakdown of tourists by country-of-origin, it is expected that there is a link between visitors and the cultural breakdown of the regional population. The largest migration population groups in Liverpool are Iraq, Fiji, Vietnam, India, Lebanon and the Philippines.

2.6 Figures for average length of stay and spend of visitors to Liverpool are as such:

(a) Domestic day average spend per trip is $104.

(b) Domestic overnight average stay is 2.6 nights, and average spend per trip is $738.

2.7 In 2015-16 the tourism sector contributed $161 million value-added (17%) to Liverpool’s GRP and 1,350 (2.9%) of full-time equivalent jobs. Key sectors in Liverpool supported by tourism include retail trade, accommodation and food services, transport, postal and warehousing, education and training, and manufacturing.

2.8 Between 2006-16, the annual growth rate in tourism to Liverpool by category was:

(a) Day trips: 6%

(b) Domestic overnight: 6%

(d) Total: 6%

2.9 The chief factor influencing tourism in the Liverpool LGA over the next three years will be population growth, which is forecast to increase annually by over 3%.

3. OPTIONS FOR LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL

Liverpool is currently experiencing a period of rapid expansion in the wake of the Western Sydney Airport announcement, the opening of two university campuses, the expansion of the city’s health and education precinct, and the exponential business and residential growth across the LGA. These factors, along with the findings outlined within this report, point to a necessity for Council to consider its position and actions within the tourism and visitor economy sector. Presented below are options for Council’s consideration and/or resolution.

3.1 Passive Involvement

As evidenced by the Urbis report and other statistics outlined here, Liverpool and South West Sydney’s tourism and visitor economy sector has experienced substantial growth over the last decade, despite a non-interventionist approach by Council. This can be attributed to the rapid population growth, particularly of CALD groups, which facilitates considerable VFR numbers; business growth; and growth of industries such as retail, industrial, health and education. Council can maintain its non-interventionist approach to stimulating tourism and the visitor economy, and continue to allow this sector to develop organically in line with population, business and industry growth.

It should be noted that Council’s current indirect activities around tourism and the visitor economy include, but are not limited to, the following:

(a) Funding of creative and cultural venues such as Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre, Liverpool Regional Museum, libraries, parks and community centres, and accompanying events and programs.

(b) Funding of major events: New Year’s Eve, Australia Day and Spring into Liverpool.

(d) Funding of precinct activations, including staff positions, projects and events.

(e) Support and capacity building of local businesses and industries.

(f) Delivery of major infrastructure and rejuvenation projects throughout the LGA.

3.2 Council participation in Western Sydney Business Connection’s Western Sydney Visitor Strategy

The WSBC is developing a Western Sydney Visitor Strategy which will be a region-wide marketing plan which centres on two leverage points: maximizing the value of what already exists within Western Sydney’s visitor and leisure sector; and maximizing the value of the significant investment currently occurring in the region.

The 2017/18 objectives of the project are to:

(a) Attract 185,000-incremental day and overnight visitors to the region by June 2018.

(b) Generate an incremental $25 million in direct spend (approx. $4-5 million per LGA).

(c) Establish the campaign, its structures and process, for capacity to sustainably grow the visitor economy of the region, until at least 2030.

(d) Establish the region’s lifestyle credentials so as to attract residents, students and business investment.

The Strategy requires seed funding of $1.12 million from a number of sources including sponsors, clubs, private sector, state government and Councils. The initial funding will be expended on the delivery of the following:

- Smart phone application,

- Campaign website,

- Visitor initiation communications,

- Inter-state direct marketing,

- Business events marketing,

- Experience trails and initiatives,

- Network establishment and coordination, and

- Trade show attendance.

Council’s participation in the Strategy requires initial financial commitment of $28,000 for the 2017/18 stage of the project. Direct benefits from this commitment include:

(a) Council featured in a comprehensive marketing campaign to promote the region.

(b) Council is given the opportunity to promote its attractions and events.

(c) Direct Council participation in the establishment of trails, experience networks and attractions within its jurisdiction.

(d) Opportunity to promote an additional five commercial businesses, entities, attractions or events of Council’s choice. This means that Council can shape brand profile by elevating attractions or lifestyle elements aligned with its brand proposition.

Council would likely need to make ongoing financial commitments of approximately $20,000 per year, over the next five years, for continued involvement in the program.

3.3 Liverpool City Council’s Draft Destination Management Plan (DMP)

In January 2015 Council commissioned a Draft DMP to highlight the challenges and opportunities in developing a visitor economy for the LGA. At the time of presentation, Council chose not to adopt the Draft DMP and forward costs in the delivery of the plan due to the budget implications.

The attached Draft DMP outlines a number of strategic directions and objectives for the development of Liverpool’s visitor economy. They are:

(a) Ensure that the infrastructure, facilities and services are in place to support the growth of the visitor economy.

i) Produce visitor information and promotional collateral.

ii) Expand and diversify the accommodation sector.

iii) Improve the presentation of Liverpool, focusing initially on the CBD, gateway arrival points and entry corridors, and existing and potential visitor precincts.

(b) Grow visitation by strengthening and diversifying the market base of the LGA.

i) Grow the business events sector.

ii) Grow the VFR market.

iii) Grow the regional market.

iv) Grow the sports tourism market.

v) Grow event-based visitation.

vi) Capitalise on cooperative marketing opportunities.

(c) Strengthen and enhance the product base, leveraging off the city’s natural, cultural, heritage and recreational assets.

i) Establish Liverpool LGA as a culinary tourism destination.

ii) Position Liverpool as a shopping destination.

iii) Improve parks, reserves, recreation and sporting facilities.

iv) Build a strong and diverse arts and cultural layer that adds to city’s vibrancy.

v) Capitalise on the city’s rich colonial, military, migration and industrial heritage.

Notwithstanding costs for capital works, infrastructure improvements and major events, the operational cost of adopting and enacting the Draft DMP is approximately $250,000 per year, plus CPI increases. This cost includes the appointment of a full-time tourism officer, and the delivery of key events, projects and programs to stimulate the visitor economy.

A budget adjustment would need to be undertaken at the first quarterly budget review to cover potential costs associated with the options recommendation in this report.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Further develop a commercial centre that accommodates a variety of employment opportunities. Facilitate economic development. Facilitate the development of new tourism based on local attractions, culture and creative industries. Further develop a commercial centre that accommodates a variety of employment opportunities (in the City Centre). Financial commitment relating to two of the three options outlined in Section 3 of this report, including: (a) Participation in WSBC’s Western Sydney Visitor Strategy: $28,000 initial funding, followed by approximately $20,000 per year for the next five years; or (b) Enacting the 2015 Draft DMP approximately $250,000 per year, plus CPI increases.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Provide cultural centres and activities for the enjoyment of the arts.
Civic Leadership	Deliver services that are customer focused.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Tourism in Liverpool - A Snapshot 2017 prepared by Urbis ⇨ (Under separate cover)

2. Destination Management Plan Overview 19 November 2015 final ⇨ (Under separate cover)

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Chief Executive Officer Report

CEO 01

Biannual Progress Report

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Strive for best practice in all Council processes
File Ref	209924.2017
Report By	Claudia Novek - Corporate Planner
Approved By	Kiersten Fishburn - Chief Executive Officer

Executive Summary

The Biannual Progress Report provides an overview of Council’s performance and Principal Activities/Key Services that were scheduled for January to June 2017 period. This is reported against the Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2016-17.

The report demonstrates operational achievements and provides updates, information and statistics that occurred during the period. This is the second and final Progress Report for 2016-17 and has been prepared in line with the Office of Local Government Integrated Planning and Reporting Guidelines.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council notes and receives the Biannual Progress Report which outlines the progress of the Principal Activities/Key Services detailed in the Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2016-17.

REPORT

On 26 June 2013, Council adopted the Growing Liverpool 2023 Community Strategic Plan.

Growing Liverpool 2023 outlines the community’s vision and priorities for Liverpool. The Plan was developed after extensive engagement with the community and contains seven key directions for the future of Liverpool. These directions guide Council’s operations and services for the next ten years.

Council’s 4-year Delivery Program including 2016-17 Operational Plan and Budget outline Council’s commitment to the community. It details the Principal Activities/Key Services that Council will deliver towards achieving the community vision that has been outlined in Growing Liverpool 2023. Each Principal Activity includes several actions for the 2016-17 year which make up Council’s annual Operational Plan.

Upon adoption in June 2016, Council determined to deliver 32 Principal Activities/Key Services as part of its 4-year Delivery Program, with 242 key deliverables for the 2016-17 year and 26 Strategic Projects. The Delivery Program also included 199 key performance indicators (KPIs).

Section 404(5) of the Local Government Act (1993) requires the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to ensure that a Progress Report is provided to Council at least every six months. It should include information and updates on the Principal Activities/Key Services that have been detailed in the 4-year Delivery Program. This allows Council and the public to monitor progress. The attached Progress Report contains information on the delivery of all Principal Activities, Strategic Projects, actions and KPIs for the January to June 2017 period.

By the end of June 2017, 68% of actions in the Delivery Program and 2016-17 Operational Plan were on track or completed. Highlights include the Children’s Parliament, the new Community Strategic Plan and Small Business Week. Of the remaining actions, 21% were delayed and 11% were not completed during the year. The Principal Activities that were not completed are listed in the table below.

Not Completed Principal Activities

Delivery Program Reference	Action	Update
2.4.1	Review the Liverpool Development Control Plan (DCP)	Not started – pending review by new Director
2.4.2	Implement the recommendations of the S. 94 review	Draft submission on City Centre CP has been submitted to the Department of Planning and Environment for approval for 3% levy. Further progress awaits State Government decisions.
3.2.4	Provide on-going support to the Liverpool Men's Shed	Alternative locations are being investigated in consultation with the Men’s Shed.
3.2.7	Complete consultations for the Miller Skate Park	On hold pending endorsement of the Sport, Recreation Strategy and Open Space Strategy
3.4.1	Knowledge Management	Project deferred to next year
6.4.1	Provide design and traffic management for conversion of sections of George and Northumberland streets to two-way traffic	Following a review of the project including a detailed analysis, Council is no longer proceeding with this project.
7.2.3	Update the Growing Liverpool 2023 video	The video has been postponed until the next financial year in line with new Community Strategic Plan.
7.2.5	Develop a business planning framework	This project has been deferred to be considered in alignment with reporting software.
7.5.1	Complete and implement TechOne Contracts Management system and integrate with Infrastructure and Environment project initiatives	Tech One Contracts module operational, but integration throughout Council has been delayed by uncertainty over the possible alternative system being considered for Infrastructure and Environment
7.7.2	Implement WiFi for all major Council sites	The project deferred to next year due to resourcing issues.
7.7.3	Implement Modern Telephony	The project deferred to next year due to resourcing issues.
7.9.4	Complete the Southern Liverpool Central Business District Master Plan	The Southern CBD Master Plan commenced but is now on hold.
7.10.1	Progressive roll-out across Council of a 2-day competency based Safety Leadership Development Program, for Managers and Coordinators	Suitability of this program is being reviewed.

Strategic Projects

Of the 26 Strategic Projects scheduled for 2016-17, 15 have been completed, four are incomplete but on track, six have been delayed or are on hold and one has been changed. The No Intermodal Campaign Strategic Project has changed due to the approval of the Moorebank Intermodal by NSW Planning and Assessment Commission. As such, the No Intermodal Committee has been reinstated as the Intermodal Committee to respond to the challenges presented by the proposed Intermodals.

Key Performance Indicators

For the January to June 2017 period, 60% of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) were on or above target with 25% needing further attention to meet the established target. It is important to note that some KPIs are affected by seasonal influences and temporary resourcing issues. For this period, 13% of KPIs were not applicable.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Facilitate economic development.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities.
Civic Leadership	Undertake communication practices with the community and stakeholders across a range of media. Provide information about Council’s services, roles and decision making processes. Deliver services that are customer focused. Operate a well developed governance system that demonstrates accountability, transparency and ethical conduct.
Legislative	As per the Local Government Act (1993) Section 404 (5), Council must ensure regular progress reports are provided to the Council reporting as to its progress with respect to the principal activities detailed in its delivery program at least every six months.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Biannual Report - January - June 2017 ⇨ (Under separate cover)

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City Community and Culture Report

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Children's Services - Liverpool CBD

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Provide community facilities which are accessible to all
File Ref	188034.2017
Report By	Karyn Worlledge - Acting Manager Children's Services
Approved By	Eddie Jackson - Director City Community & Culture

Executive Summary

In its ordinary meeting on 29 March 2017, Council resolved to:

· Investigate options for the delivery of a city based service in the Liverpool CBD, which would be primarily for Council staff in the first instance and then the general public as required.

· Identify potential sites.

· Present a report to council on a proposal for the adoption of a city based service to include capital costing for establishment of service, operational costs on the delivery of service and future return on investment.

In April 2017 preliminary investigations commenced considering possible options for a newly developed CBD Early Education and Care Centre. Two options were considered:

1. Redevelopment of an existing Council asset that meets the requirements of an Early Education and Care Centre as set out in the Education and Care National regulations (2011) and Draft State Environmental Planning Policy 2017 (Educational Establishments and Child Care Facilities)

2. Explore the possibility of utilising council owned land to design and construct a purpose built community hub containing an Early Education and Care Centre.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council resolves to undertake further investigations and plan for the repurposing of an existing Council asset to develop an Early Education and Care Centre in the Liverpool CBD.

REPORT

Background

Liverpool City Council maintains responsibility for the direct provision of six early education and care services and one preschool service catering for a total of 345 long day care places and 27 preschool places. In addition to this there are approximately (year to date) 1231 children across the services on the waitlist to receive a placement in the existing services.

Over the past three years, Liverpool City Councils’ Early Education and Care Centres and Preschool have been assessed under the National Quality Standards, as part of the new child care quality improvement laws which were implemented across all centres in Australia in December 2013, to ensure quality education and care is provided to children. All 7 centres have been assessed under the new National Standards and have received the result of Exceeding National Standards. This confirms Council’s strength as a provider of childcare in Liverpool, and a leading agency in the delivery of education and care for children.

In addition to this, the centres have also been recognised as a leading training provider in the Early Childhood sector attracting visitors and delivering training on quality practises across NSW, and have received awards for the exemplary leadership in the field.

At present Liverpool City Council’s Early Education and Care Centres reported a 2016/2017 combined utilisation rate of 97.75% with several services averaging a utilisation rate of over 99% (see table below).

SERVICE	LICENCED CAPACITY	2016/2017 Utilisation	CURRENT UTILISATION RATE	WAITLIST FIGURES
Casula Preschool	27	97.52	100%	207
Cecil Hills EECC	40	99.7	100%	121
Hinchinbrook EECC	60	92.1	98.80%	57
Holsworthy EECC	45	99.1	98%	280
Prestons EECC	40	96.8	98.80%	155
Warwick Farm EECC	40	99.27	100%	184
Wattle Grove EECC	60	99.825	100%	356

Table 1. Children’s Services 2016/2017 Statistics

Liverpool is one of the fastest growing LGAs in Australia with the population doubling in just 20 years. The current population of Liverpool LGA is currently estimated at 204,594 residents (Profile ID, Liverpool Community Profile 2016). Population projections estimate that the residential population of Liverpool LGA will reach 331,000 by 2036 – a 60% increase on current population levels, with the Liverpool City Centre identified as having significant population growth in that period.

The Liverpool City Council, Community Facilities Strategy 2017 aims to transform Liverpool City Council’s ageing stock of community facilities into a world-class network of modern facilities that are attractive, flexible, address community need and, become a hub for community interaction. This strategy identifies current and future social trends, outlining the key drivers of the need for a rejuvenated network of community facilities. It is identified, within this strategy that in 2016 (ABS data), there are approximately 15,600 babies and pre-schoolers in Liverpool, with over 3,300 children residing in the City Centre or immediate surrounds. Self-evidently these statistics highlight the critical issue of demand for Early Education and Care provisions in the City Centre.

Research and recent studies demonstrate that the general responsibility under the Local Government Act (1993) for local government involvement in the delivery of vital community and education services extends to services such as early childhood education and care (page 13, Local Government Act, 1993). Furthermore recent research findings and results for the National Quality Assessment indicate that local government authorities deliver services to a higher degree of quality, and in addition provide greater access to Early Childhood Programs to the most vulnerable children and families in their communities (ACECQA, 2016).

In its ordinary meeting on 29 March 2017, Council resolved to:

· Investigate options for the delivery of a city based services in the Liverpool CBD, which would be primarily for Council staff in the first instance and then the general public as required.

· Identify potential sites

· Present a report to Council on a proposal for the adoption of a city based service to include capital costing for establishment of service, operational costs on the delivery of service and future return on investment.

In April 2017 preliminary investigations commenced considering possible options for a newly developed CBD Early Education and Care Centre. Two options were considered.

2. Explore the possibility of utilising Council owned land to design and construct a purpose built community hub containing an Early Education and Care Centre.

REDEVELOPMENT AND REPURPOSING OF AN EXISTING COUNCIL SITE

Liverpool City Council currently owns and operates 8 community facilities and a further 4 Heritage sites across the city centre. This includes community centres, multipurpose facilities and licensed premises. The majority of community centres greatly contribute to the social outcomes of the local community through the services that they provide, including health, education, recreation, inclusiveness, resources and capacity building. The following community facilities were considered as suitable options to redevelop into a Council owned and operated Early Education and Care Service.

· Dr Pirie Memorial Centre

· Speed Street Community Centre

· Hilda M Davis Senior Citizens Centre

· Former Liverpool Courthouse

Dr Pirie Memorial Centre

In 2016, Liverpool City Council (LCC) engaged Ashley Built Heritage to prepare a Heritage Assets Strategic Plan for the seven heritage properties that it owns or manages. The objective of the project was to develop a strategic approach to the use and management of LCC’s heritage building assets. The project addresses both the highest and best use for these properties and it considers the group as a whole as well as identifying which places are most important as flagships for unique aspects of Liverpool’s heritage. The heritage Assets Strategic Plan sets out to identify issues, constraints and opportunities for each of the 7 Council owned heritage sites within the local government area.

In section 6.5 of the report, it was identified that the adaptive reuse of the Dr Pirie Centre as a child-minding centre (Early Education and Care Centre) could have merit from its association with the original use and its location in Bigge Park and nearby current children play facilities. The repurposing of the Dr Pirie Centre to a vibrant Early Education and Care Centre has the potential to cater for approximately 100 children from the local community and provide employment for a further 15 educators.

As shown below, The Dr Pirie Centre is located in the southwestern corner of Bigge Park. It is surrounded by community facilities such as tennis courts, children’s playground with ample wide open space. A key consideration of developing an Early Education and Care Service is the direct community which can potentially utilise the service. The Dr Pirie Centre is surrounded by government agencies including Liverpool City Council, NGO’s and an abundance of both small and large business. It is located in close vicinity to TAFE NSW, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool Train Station and Liverpool Public School and is easily accessible by public transport. While there is small carpark located on site, further street parking is available on College Street.

The Dr Pirie Centre was constructed by the Liverpool Municipal Council in 1947 –1948 as a Baby Health Centre. The Centre was used not only as a healthcare facility, (containing baby health care and doctors’ consulting rooms), but also as a social welfare resource providing respite to mothers in the form of a mother’s rest room and occasional care services. The centre also played an educational role in the local community for mothers and children and included a children’s library.

The Heritage Assets Strategic Plan identifies that The Dr James Pirie Complex is a bustling community centre. It houses the Liverpool University of the Third Age (U3A) and Junction Works, a Disability Services provider, as well as having additional spaces that can be hired out to other user groups. Both the Liverpool U3A and Junction works have direct partnerships with Liverpool Hospital, TAFE NSW and other community organisations in the CBD and as such need to remain in a city centre location that affords them the opportunity to continue with these partnerships. Sitting on a significant parcel of Land, this particular Community Facility has the potential to be repurposed as a Community Hub, providing a range of community programs including Early Education and Care. This would ensure that both U3A and Junction Works can remain in this location and continue to provide vital services to the community.

Speed Street Community Centre

Speed Street Community Centre is located in a high density residential area, close to the banks of the Georges River. This community facility is easily accessible by public transport and surrounded by an abundance of residential and commercial developments such as the Papermill and apartment buildings along both Speed Street and Shepherd Street. In addition to the residential and commercial properties nearby, the local community also houses educational facilities such as TAFE NSW, the University of Wollongong, Western Sydney University and both Private and Public Schools.

The volume of residential, educational and commercial development surrounding this site, provides evidence for the potential for an Early Education and Care Centre to remain viable catering for approximately 100 children from the local community and provide employment for a further 15 educators.

Speed Street Community Centre is currently servicing community programs, Karitane Linking Families and Share Care Disability Services. Each of these programs offer vital programs to the community. Karitane and Share Care are operational and will remain viable in other locations in the Liverpool Central Business District. Should Council deem Speed Street Community Centre as the preferred option for repurposing, Community Facilities Management will conduct further investigations and negotiations with both users into possible relocation options. Initial investigations have identified the following sites as possible relocation options considering both the location and congruency with the facility and service delivery type.

- Liverpool Community Centre – Mill Road, Liverpool

- Rosebank Cottage – lower level

- Hilda M Davis

- Dr James Pirie Community Centre – Meeting Room 2.

The Speed Street Community Centre is adjacent to Gasworks Reserve which shares the same land title and is currently used as recreational space. The site comprises the southern part of Gasworks Park, which was occupied formerly by the Liverpool Gasworks, which operated from 1907 to 1928. Remediation of the site has been undertaken with the site deemed as suitable for the intended land use of recreation and open space. To proceed, a stage 2 contamination report will need to be undertaken.

In order to develop an Early Education and Care Centre that meets regulatory requirements with a licenced capacity of 60 children per day, Council would need to repurpose this land in its entirety to provide enough indoor and outdoor space as guided by the Children’s Services Regulations 2011 and the Draft State Environmental Planning Policy 2017 (Educational Establishments and Child Care Facilities).

Hilda M Davis Senior Citizens Centre

The Hilda M Davis Senior Citizens Centre is located on the corner of Bigge Street and Warren Service way. This community facility is currently servicing Liverpool Senior Citizens Network as well as many other permanent hirers. After conducting investigations it was determined that the Hilda M Davis Senior Citizens Centre would require significant redevelopment in order to ensure compliance with both regulatory and legislative frameworks. In particular for this site to comply with legislation and planning controls the building would need to be redeveloped into a multistorey building with sufficient car spaces, internal and external play spaces in order to cater for up to 60 licenced places per day.

The Former Liverpool Courthouse.

The Former Liverpool Courthouse was considered among the options of suitable locations. As identified in the Draft Liverpool City Council Heritage Assets Plan 2017, the Former Liverpool Courthouse is very important to Liverpool as it provides a direct connection to the period of establishment of Liverpool in the Colonial period. The court room interior fitout is extremely significant and also a constraint on future adaptive reuses. It has also been identified that the following constraints significantly impact on the ability to redevelop the Courthouse as an Early Education and Care Centre.

- The spaces of the Court House cannot be altered or re-arranged, this is due primarily to the building retaining its largely original configuration which is a key element of its significance;

- The fit out of the Court House is significant and could not be removed, this creates an issue when using the space for a large number of children;

- There is currently no outside space for play.

DEVELOPMENT OF A PURPOSE BUILT COMMUNITY HUB

As identified in the Community Facilities Strategy, 2017, best practice indicates that older style, single purpose facilities are limited in their ability to support strong, connected communities; a key strategic direction outlined in Our Home, Liverpool 2027. The strategy outlines that purpose built Community Hubs and multi-use spaces are more dynamic, responsive and adaptable to evolving community needs and preferences, enabling a wide range of activities, programs and services that ensure maximum use and optimisation of space.

While land in the Liverpool City Centre is considerably difficult to obtain, there are Council owned Community Facilities which have the potential to be repurposed to provide a range of community programs including Early Education and Care. A location that could be considered is Memorial Avenue Community Centre, set in the northern portion of Woodward Park. Aspire Community Services have a current licenced agreement of this facility and utilise this space to provide youth services to children aged 8-15 years. This community facility is located on a significant parcel of land, currently under consideration as part of the future masterplan for Woodward Park. In addition to being close to the City Centre this convenient location is also adjacent to the T-way and community parking precincts, ensuring accessibility for both professionals working in the city centre and the local community.

A comprehensive masterplan for Woodward Park has been identified as a key organisational priority, within which the inclusion of an Early Education and Care Centre will be considered.

REDEVELOPMENT AND OPERATIONAL COSTS

The information contained in Attachment 1 provides an estimate of the operational costs involved in service delivery. It also identifies the future return on investment. These are preliminary figures derived from current service delivery models with more accurate figures to be identified during the planning process. Capital and operational costs are identified below, for both redevelopment of an existing Council asset and development of a purpose built Community Facility.

Repurpose of existing building

Estimated cost of capital works	$750,000 (estimate only)
Total Revenue within the first operational year	$1,147,273
Total Expense to council within the first operational year	$920,238
Net Surplus	$214,307
Future return on investment	4 years

Development of a new building on council owned land

Estimated cost of capital works – Includes indoor and outdoor spaces	$1,400,000 (estimate only)
Total Revenue within the first operational year	$1,147,273
Total Expense to council within the first operational year	$920,238
Net Surplus	$214,307
Future return on investment	7.5 years

FUTURE RETURN ON INVESTMENT

Liverpool City Council’s Children’s Services currently has approximately 1,231 children on the waitlist to receive a placement in the existing services. This figure is rapidly increasing with new families adding their children to the waitlist daily. In areas such as Casula, Wattle Grove, Holsworthy and Warwick Farm the average time waiting for a position is around 1.5 years and often we see children reaching school age prior to obtaining a position within our services. In addition to the children currently on the waitlist, it is estimated that there are approximately 3,300 babies and pre-schoolers residing in the Liverpool City Centre and this rate is expected to significantly increase in the coming years. Furthermore, it is expected that there would be significant interest from Council employees, professionals working in the Liverpool city centre and the local community.

Based on the above, there is clear justification for a 60 place service within the Liverpool City Centre. These figures identify the service’s ability to reach full capacity within the initial year of operation ensuring the service is sustainable, facilitating economic development and providing Council with substantial revenue. Liverpool City Councils Children’s Services have been able to report a combined 2016/2017 utilisation of 97.7%, with the services located closer to the CBD reaching a combined utilisation of 99.6%. The figures identified above suggest that should the service maintain a targeted utilisation rate of 98% the future return on investment would occur between 4-7 years.

Allocation of places

To ensure the system is fair in instances where there are significant numbers of families on waiting lists for Council child care services, the Australian Government has set “Priority of Access Guidelines” for allocating places in such circumstances. The guidelines only apply to Child Care Benefit approved provision, such as Council’s Early Education and Care Centre’s and are used when there is a waiting list for a child care service or where a number of parents are applying for a limited number of vacant places.

All Council Childcare Early Education and Care Services abide by the guidelines below:

Priorities

· First Priority: a child at risk of serious abuse or neglect.

· Second Priority: a child of a single parent who satisfies, or of parents who both satisfy, the work/training/study test under Section 14 of the 'A New Tax System (Family Assistance) Act 1999'.

· Third Priority: any other child.

Within these main categories priority should also be given to the following children:

· Children in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.

· Children in families which include a disabled person.

· Children in families which include an individual whose adjusted taxable income does not exceed the lower income threshold of $43,727 for 2015-2016, or whose partner is on income support.

· Children in families from a non-English speaking background.

· Children in socially isolated families.

· Children of single parents.

Council employees can therefore apply for childcare places, but they are considered on the same basis as the general public.

Moreover, cognisance must also be taken of Council’s Code of Conduct. One of the purposes of the Code is to enhance the public’s confidence in the integrity of local government. Under section 4.32 of the Code it states that “You must not expect or request preferential treatment in relation to any matter in which you have a private interest because of your position”. Additionally under section 7.15 of the Code states, “You must avoid any action or situation that could create the appearance that Council property, official services or public facilities are being improperly used for your benefit of any other person or body”.

Thus, while private companies may be able to provide other benefits to their employees, Council cannot. Should Council adopt a practice of giving preference to Council staff over other applicants on a waiting list, it could invite public criticism that the Council is giving preferential treatment to its own staff.

Conclusion

Given the complex nature of the investigation process, it has not been possible within the reporting timeframe to come to a definitive position as to the future location of an Early Education and Care Centre within the CBD. However, the process has identified two potential locations, and further detailed analysis is required to determine the best selection. A further report will be brought to Council for determination upon completion of that analysis.

As identified above, recent research findings and results for the National Quality Assessment indicate that local government authorities deliver services to a higher degree of quality, and in addition provide greater access to early childhood programs to most vulnerable children and families in their communities.

At present Liverpool City Council’s Early Education and Care Centres reported a 2016/2017 combined utilisation rate of 97.75% with several services averaging an utilisation rate of over 99%. In the Liverpool CBD there are approximately 3,300 children residing in the City Centre or immediate surrounds and this figure is expected to rapidly increase in the coming years. These statistics highlight the critical issue of demand for Early Education and Care provisions in the City Centre.

This report therefore recommends that Council resolves to undertake further investigations and plan for the repurposing of an existing Council owned asset to operate as an Early Education and Care Centre, providing the community with greater access to quality Early Education and Care, facilitating economic development and providing Council with substantial revenue.

Beyond the CBD, the level of demand from existing areas is already significant and points to the need for additional provision. Moreover, taken in a context of significant additional residential development in the CBD and in new release areas, the critical issue for Council is the extent to which Council wishes to consider expansion of Childcare provision across the LGA.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Further develop a commercial centre that accommodates a variety of employment opportunities. Facilitate economic development. Further develop a commercial centre that accommodates a variety of employment opportunities (in the City Centre).
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Deliver high quality services for children and their families.
Civic Leadership	Provide information about Council’s services, roles and decision making processes. Operate a well developed governance system that demonstrates accountability, transparency and ethical conduct.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Estimated capital costing ⇨ (Under separate cover)

2. Financial Summary ⇨ (Under separate cover)

3. Centres and User Groups ⇨ (Under separate cover)

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Grants, Donations, and Corporate Sponsorship

Strategic Direction	Healthy Inclusive City Foster social inclusion, strengthen the local community and increase opportunities for people who may experience barriers
Key Policy	Donations Policy
File Ref	204785.2017
Report By	Galavizh Ahmadi Nia - Acting Manager Community Development and Planning
Approved By	Eddie Jackson - Director City Community & Culture

Executive Summary

Council is committed to building strong and resilient communities in the Liverpool Local Government Area (LGA) and to maximising social wellbeing. One way of achieving these goals is to provide financial support in the form of sponsorships to individuals and groups to develop leadership skills, increase participation in community life and address identified social issues.

This report presents the funding recommendations for the Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program for Council’s consideration.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council endorses the funding recommendations outlined below for $22,000 (GST exclusive) under the Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program.

Organisation Name	Project	Amount
Friends of India	Ganeshotsava 2017	$10,000
South West Metro Waratahs Aboriginal Football Club Inc.	Annual NSW Koori Knockout Football Comp	$7,000
4Community Pty Ltd	South West Disability Expo	$5,000

REPORT

Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing)

Six applications were received for the Corporate Sponsorship Program. Three applications met the program criteria and have demonstrated a link to the policy priorities. The remaining three applicants did not meet the program criteria and are therefore not eligible for funding under the Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Policy, which is attached to this report for the information of Councillors.

The applications that met the program criteria and are recommended for funding include:

Applicant	Friends of India
Location	Liverpool
Organisation Status	Other Incorporated Entity
Project Name	Ganeshotsava 2017
Description	Objective: A celebration event with a focus on the Indian celebration of “Lord Ganesh’s Birthday”. Sponsorship funds will be used towards the hire cost of the Whitlam Centre and security over the three-day event. Outcomes: · The event will be inclusive of the whole of Liverpool LGA and broader community · The event attracts many people from the community, including international visitors to Liverpool · Injection of financial benefits into the Liverpool business district · Strengthens community pride, encourages community participation and promotes an understanding of cultural values
Beneficiaries	· 6,000 to 7,000 residents and visitors to Liverpool · Liverpool business groups, hotels, food venues and shops in the Liverpool CBD
Amount Requested	$10,000
Amount Recommended	$10,000
Recommendation	Recommended for funding The event presents opportunities and demonstrated links with both: · Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Policy - 4.2.1 Economic Benefit and 4.2.2 Community, Cultural, and Social Benefit; and · Community Strategic Plan - Direction 1 and Direction 3

Applicant	South West Metro Waratahs Aboriginal Football Club Inc.
Location	Leichhardt Oval
Organisation Status	Not-for-Profit
Project Name	Annual NSW Koori Knockout Football Comp
Description	Objective: Support a team from South West Sydney (predominately Liverpool based) to represent and participate in the Aboriginal football tournament held over the long weekend in October. Sponsorship funds will be used to purchase football equipment, uniforms both game day and training (Council’s logo will be displayed on both), safety gear and entry fees for the (3) day tournament. Outcomes: · Support a local sporting team to excel in their chosen field · Local Aboriginal at risk young people are provided the opportunity to attend and participate in the strong team culture developed during the tournament · Help to promote continuation of Aboriginal culture and connections to the community · The opportunity for Council to show their support in their statement of commitment to the original inhabitants · If the team are successful in winning the tournament, it will provide Liverpool the opportunity of hosting the event in 2018, attracting large numbers of visitors to the area.
Beneficiaries	§ Liverpool Council Logo on the jerseys of 35 Local Aboriginal participants plus their families § 60,000 TV audience via coverage of the competition § NITV and Koori Mail advertising.
Amount Requested	$7,000
Amount Recommended	$7,000
Recommendation	Recommended for funding Supporting the team’s participation in the tournament presents opportunities and demonstrated links with both: · Council’s Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Policy - 4.2.1 Economic Benefit and 4.2.2 Community, Cultural, and Social Benefit; and · Community Strategic Plan - Direction 1 and Direction 4, and community pride and heritage

Applicant	4Community Pty Ltd
Location	Liverpool
Organisation Status	Australian Private Company
Project Name	South West Disability Expo
Description	Objective: A three-day expo that provides an opportunity to meet the needs of people living within the Liverpool LGA and broader community who identify as needing assistance with a disability. Sponsorship funds will be used to support the cost of running the event including venue hire, disability amenity hire, entertainment cost, security and marketing. Outcomes: · Provide a disability expo unique to Liverpool LGA · Opportunity for Council logo to be displayed through event signage, advertising, promotional flyers, websites and displaying Council stall to promote other services within the LGA · Participation by 120 disability providers, government agencies and advocacy groups · Q&A sessions with representatives from the National Disability Insurance Scheme · Creates an opportunity for education and information exchange between council, the community and the sector
Beneficiaries	§ 2,000 to 3,000 anticipated public attendance § The latest Census data identified over 60,000 people living in south west and outer/inner south west needing assistance with a disability § Injection of financial benefit through local NDIS providers, food venues and local businesses
Amount Requested	$10,000
Amount Recommended	$5,000
Recommendation	Recommended for funding Supporting the expo presents an opportunity to address the needs of people with a disability in the LGA and the broader South Western Sydney region and has demonstrated links with both: · Corporate Sponsorship policy - 4.2.2 Community, cultural, and social benefit; and · Community Strategic Plan: Direction 1 and Direction 4, and social connection The application has been approved for an amount less than requested as Council (in partnership with Belgravia Leisure - Whitlam Centre) will be providing in-kind sponsorship support of $9,000+GST to cover the cost of venue hire for the expo.

The following applications did not meet the program criteria and are not recommended for funding.

Applicant	Mrs Mellissa McDonald
Location	Camden LGA
Organisation Status	Family Partnership
Project Name	Taboo High Tea
Description	Objective: Host a high tea charity event. Sponsorship funds will be used for purchase of public liability, crockery, high tea food, bottomless tea and coffee and cost of venue. Outcomes: High Tea for fundraising with money raised outside the running costs to be donated to a Melbourne based charity Emerikus (who provide Cuddle Cots to Australian hospitals).
Beneficiaries	60 ticket sales.
Amount Requested	$1,000
Amount Recommended	$0
Recommendation	Not recommended for funding The applicant does not meet eligibility criteria for funding under the Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Policy: · 4.2.2 e) Attracts a major program to Liverpool that has South West-Sydney region, state or national significance · 7.1 c) Must apply for corporate sponsorship towards an event or activity in the Liverpool LGA that attracts a significantly high level of attendance from the community and provides direct benefits for Liverpool based organisations and/ or Liverpool residents · 7.1 d) Must have public liability insurance of at least $10 million and maintain this during the agreed funding period · 7.1 e) Must ensure that attendance and participation is free where corporate sponsorship is sought for a community event. Tickets cost $13 per person early-bird and then $23 per person · 7.1 f) Must be registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission if an application is for a local charity event

Applicant	Ms Peta Banks
Location	Casula
Organisation Status	Individual / Sole Trader
Project Name	Oz Paranormal & Spiritual Expo
Description	Objective: Host a paranormal expo at CPAC. Sponsorship funds will be used for payment of speakers at the event, including accommodation, airfare, venue hire and other miscellaneous items. Outcomes: Promote CPAC as a major tourism hub in South Western Sydney and provide and run a family fun day out for the people of Liverpool community.
Beneficiaries	Anticipated between 2,000 to 2,500 people
Amount Requested	$8,000
Amount Recommended	$0
Recommendation	Not recommended for funding The application does not meet eligibility criteria for funding under the Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Policy: · 7.1e) Must ensure that attendance and participation is free where corporate sponsorship is sought for a community event. Tickets are $5 per person

Applicant	International Sport Karate Association (ISKA)
Location	Liverpool
Organisation Status	Australian Private Company
Project Name	ISKA 2017 World Cup Australia
Description	Objective: Host a martial arts tournament in the Liverpool LGA. Sponsorship funds will be used for purchase of promotional print media, banners, presentation trophies and title belts, staging, lighting and sound. Outcomes: § Promote martial arts to the local community § Attract a significant audience from outside Liverpool to attend the city during the tournament § Encourage participation in sporting activities
Beneficiaries	Anticipated attendance 10,000 – 12,000
Amount Requested	$8,000
Amount Recommended	$0
Recommendation	Not Recommended for Funding The application does not meet eligibility criteria for funding under the Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Policy: · 7.1e) Must ensure that attendance and participation is free where corporate sponsorship is sought for a community event. Spectator entry is between $15 for children (1 day entry) to $30 adult (1 day entry). Participation in the tournament ranges between $70 for one event entry (karate) to $120 for four event entry (grappling)

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Sponsorship Program A budget allocation of $100,000 was adopted by Council in its 2017/2018 Operational Plan for the purpose of Council’s Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program. With $13,100 allocated from the budget there is currently $86,900 remaining for the 2017/2018 financial year. If the recommendation of $22,000 is endorsed the remaining balance will be $64,900.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver coordinated services to the community.
Civic Leadership	There are no civic leadership and governance considerations.
Legislative	Local Government Act 1993 - s356

ATTACHMENTS

1. Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Policy

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City Community and Culture Report

DCC 03

Moorebank Liverpool District Hockey Club request for Council funding contribution, upgrade of sand base synthetic hockey surface

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Deliver a range of community events and activities
File Ref	214991.2017
Report By	Mark Westley - Sports Development Officer
Approved By	Eddie Jackson - Director City Community & Culture

Executive Summary

The Ernie Smith Reserve Hockey Complex (ESRHC) on Junction Road, Moorebank currently has three synthetic hockey fields. The synthetic fields and surrounding amenities have been developed since 1986 with funding from Liverpool Council, the Moorebank Liverpool District Hockey Club (MLDHC) and the NSW and Commonwealth Governments.

The ESRHC is selected on an annual basis to host national and state hockey tournaments which attract significant numbers of participants and spectators to the Liverpool area. Tourism Research Australia values the economic value to the local economy of the two tournaments hosted at ESRHC in 2017 at $3,313,000. The MLDHC’s plans to upgrade the aging sand base field have been brought forward in a bid to enable the facility to host 5 potential tournaments in 2018 which would have an estimated economic value of $5,924,000.

The MLDHC have provided a program of required works and costs that show the total value of works required at over $760,000. The Club are requesting a Council contribution of $250,000 up to $300,000 in the 2017/2018 financial year to allow these works to be completed in time to host major state and national hockey events in the 2018 calendar year. Council’s contribution will be matched by the Club through direct financial contributions and in-kind provision of works and services.

The maintenance and improvement of this venue as a significant metropolitan hockey venue is supported by Council’s draft Recreation Strategy under section 1.3 “Improving Liverpool’s regional identity” which identifies the strategic priorities of hosting state and national events for sports including hockey and encouraging activities that promote tourism.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council allocate up to a maximum of $300,000 capital expenditure for the upgrade of the Ernie Smith Reserve sand base hockey field to an Olympic class water base Synthetic Field.

REPORT

The Ernie Smith Reserve Hockey complex on Junction Road, Moorebank currently has three synthetic hockey fields (Attachment 1). The synthetic fields and surrounding amenities have been developed since 1986 with funding from Liverpool Council, the MLDHC and the NSW and Commonwealth Governments. The forthcoming draft Recreation Strategy will identify the ESRHC as a regional venue for the consolidation of Hockey participation in the Liverpool LGA.

Mr Kevin Flack, President of the MLDHC, has advised Council that the Club is investigating the upgrading of the original sand base field at Ernie Smith Reserve to an Olympic class water base synthetic field. The sand base field was constructed in 1986/87 and is now outdated. The Club advises that it is now “totally worn out and 2017 will definitely be the last year in which they can use the field safely”. Council’s staff inspection of the synthetic surface has confirmed significant compaction of the synthetic grass blade and widespread instances of holes and wear within the synthetic surface (Attachment 1).

The MLDHC identify that the proposed upgrade will have significant benefits for the expansion of local junior and senior participation in hockey and, with three Olympic class Hockey fields, the venue would become one of the “finest hockey venues in Australia” therefore maintaining its excellent reputation and ability to host major state and national championships.

The MLDHC report a total participation in club teams and competitions of approximately 400 players. Hockey NSW have informed Council that “The upgrade of the sand based pitch will allow hockey in the region to continue to grow and enhance the club’s role in developing hockey at the grassroots level” focusing on increasing junior participation. At the other end of the age spectrum MLDHC identify that with “3 wet turfs at the complex in 2018 it is envisaged that a MLDHC men’s social competition will be organised.

In relation to the hosting of major Hockey events, the Ernie Smith Hockey Complex has been selected on an annual basis to host major state and national carnivals which Tourism Research Australia estimate brought 3.3 million in tourism benefits to the Liverpool area in 2017, and would bring $5.9 million in 2018 if three suitable fields were available. The list of 2017 events held and potential 2018 events is attached as Attachment 2. The MLDHC identify that the decision on some 2018 events has been delayed by Hockey Australia until the conversion of the sand base field has been confirmed.

To bring the current sand base field up to Olympic water base standard in line with the other two fields will require the following works for which the MLDHC have provided Council with quotes:

	Works Description	Price Ex GST
1	Anticipated level correction and damage remediation for existing base	$30,000
2	Take up and salvage of synthetic surface with stockpiling of sand	$18,900
3	Supply and installation of new synthetic hockey surface Poligras Platinum COOLplus “wet/hybrid” synthetic hockey surface to FIH National requirements.	$398,670
4	Field irrigation - new water tanks, pump, piping and water cannons, at a cost of $140,000.00. The MLDHC is holding a $40,000.00 NSW Government Grant for the Irrigation System installation. The club will have to cover the shortfall.	$140,000
5	Ground works - concrete safety walls & safety netting, concrete pathways surrounding the field, field perimeter fencing upgrade.	$175,000 est.
	Estimated Total	$762,570

The MLDHC have generated the funds for over 50% of the required works above. This significant contribution from MLDHC continues the Club’s history of being predominantly financially self-sufficient. The Club currently maintains the grounds around the synthetic fields and pays for all electricity costs at the site. Since 1986 it is estimated that $3,923,000 has been spent on developing the ESRHC which has been made up of $1,816,000 in Club contributions, $1,395,000 in State Government grants and $712,000 from Liverpool City Council.

The MLDHC are requesting Council’s financial assistance to ensure the sand base field can be redeveloped in time for the 2018 calendar of events, requesting a minimum of $250,000 up to a maximum of $300,000 capital expenditure be contributed by Council towards these works.

The maintenance and improvement of this venue as a significant metropolitan hockey venue is supported by Council’s forthcoming Recreation Strategy. This draft document, under section 1.3 “Improving Liverpool’s regional identity”, identifies the strategic priorities of hosting state and national events for sports including hockey and encouraging activities that promote tourist activities.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Funding for the project will be derived from unutilised contingencies of various Capital Projects from the 2017/18 program. The establishment of a 3 water base synthetic hockey field complex will ensure that major hockey championships and carnivals continue at the venue bringing to Liverpool significant sports tourism income.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver coordinated services to the community.
Civic Leadership	There are no civic leadership and governance considerations.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Ernie Smith Reserve Hockey Complex sand base field condition photographs ⇩

2. Economic Value of Hockey Events

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City Community and Culture Report

DCC 04

Draft Community Facilities Strategy Post Exhibition Report

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Provide community facilities which are accessible to all
File Ref	226293.2017
Report By	Galavizh Ahmadi Nia - Acting Manager Community Development and Planning
Approved By	Eddie Jackson - Director City Community & Culture

Executive Summary

At the council meeting on 31 May 2017, Council resolved that the Draft Community Facilities Strategy be placed on public exhibition for at least 28 days, with a further report to be provided to Council following public exhibition. Council also resolved to utilise the District Forums (June quarter) as a mechanism to seek community feedback on the Draft Strategy.

Community feedback has been reviewed and recent updates endorsed by the Community Facilities Strategy Project Control Group.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Endorse updates made to the Draft Community Facilities Strategy in accordance with feedback received during public exhibition and minor formatting changes; and

2. Adopt the Community Facilities Strategy.

REPORT

Council’s community facilities provide accessible and affordable space for a range of activities that benefit the Liverpool community. Council currently operates 41 community facilities across Liverpool, many of which are limited in their abilities to support projected population growth and community needs. A draft Strategy has been developed to provide a long-term vision for Council’s community facilities. During the public exhibition period there were 169 visits to the Liverpool Listens consultation page, 42 people downloaded the Draft Community Facilities Strategy and four people completed the survey.

Feedback on the draft Community Facilities Strategy indicates that overall there is a desire for change in the community but also a need for robust planning that provides a level of comfort to existing hirers. The methodology and tools that were used in the promotion of the strategy and engagement activities are listed below. Current permanent and licensed facility hirers as well as the Liverpool Youth Council were provided the opportunity to comment.

Online

· Liverpool Listens webpage

o Four Online Survey responses - two came from businesses, one from a community group and one from an individual

o Three formal submissions - Department of Education, a long-time resident of Liverpool and the Burns Association of Physical Culture.

· Facebook

o Council Page - six Likes

o Liverpool Leader page -167 Likes, 43 Shares, 84 comments

· 164 Direct emails sent to permanent and licenced hirers

Community

· Presentations at six District Forums in June

· Meeting with Liverpool Youth Council 14 June 2017

· Distribution of 500 promotional flyers

o Library

o Councillor’s mobile office

Key themes were identified around focus and improvement to council owned community facilities including cost, safety, cleanliness, temperature, storage for equipment, adequate and ergonomic tables and chairs, greater technical resources with more modern equipment, parking and external lighting for evening events as well as identifying issues with the facilities hire agreements.

Formal submissions were received from the Department of Education who are pleased that the Draft Strategy aligns with the School Assets Strategic Plan which fosters facilities sharing and multipurpose usage.

A long-time resident of Liverpool opposed any selloff of facilities and believes that the removal of facilities in one area in order to provide a better facility in another area is not a fair deal to residents. Other key issues identified related to signage, promotion, and fee structure.

The Burns Association of Physical Culture commented on cleanliness, specifically relating to the state of facilities when programs run back to back.

Consultation with Liverpool Youth Council highlighted the key barrier to usage is related to accessibility and current booking procedures. There was general support for larger multi-purpose facilities that are well located.

Strategy Updates

Minor changes to the Draft Community Facilities Strategy as a result of public exhibition and internal review are as follows:

1. Update of wording of key strategies to highlight that best practise asset management planning methods are already in use within council (page 28).

2. Minor re-formatting of the document.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Facilitate economic development.
Environment	Enhance the environmental performance of buildings and homes.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver coordinated services to the community. Support access and services for people with a disability. Deliver high quality services for children and their families.
Civic Leadership	Foster neighbourhood pride and a sense of responsibility. Deliver services that are customer focused.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Final Community Facilties Strategy document ⇨ (Under separate cover)

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City Corporate Report

CFO 01

Investment Report July 2017

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Seek efficient and innovative methods to manage our resources
File Ref	208894.2017
Report By	Christian Hope - Senior Financial Accountant
Approved By	Vishwa Nadan - Manager Financial Services

Executive Summary

This report details Council’s Investment portfolio.

At 31 July 2017, Council held investments with a market value of $170.3million.

The portfolio yield to the end of July 2017 is 116 basis points above the AusBond Bank Bill index and 121 basis points above the BBSW benchmark for the same period.

	AusBond Bank Bill Index	BBSW
Benchmark	1.80%	1.75%
Portfolio yield	2.96%	2.96%
Performance above benchmarks	1.16%	1.21%

Return on investment for the year was $48k higher than budget for the month of July.

Council’s investments and reporting obligations fully comply with the requirements of Section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993, Clause 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes this report.

REPORT

Clause 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 requires that the Responsible Accounting Officer must provide Council with a written report setting out details of all money that Council has invested under section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993.

Council’s Portfolio

At 31 July 2017, Council held investments with a market value of $170.3 million. Council’s investment register detailing all its investments is provided as an attachment to this report. In summary, Council’s portfolio consisted of investments in:

At 31 July 2017, the ratio of market value compared to face value of various debt securities is shown in the table below.

* A TCD stands for Transferrable Certificate of Deposit; it is a security issued with the same characteristics as a Term Deposit however it can be sold back (transferred) in to the market prior to maturity. A floating TCD pays a coupon linked to a variable benchmark (90 days BBSW).

Council is fully compliant with the requirements of the Ministerial Investment Order including the grand fathering provision in regards to its investment portfolio holdings. The grand fathering provision states that Council continues to hold to maturity, redeem or sell investments that comply with previous Ministerial Investment Orders. Any new investments must comply with the most recent Order. Council continues to closely monitor the investments in its portfolio to ensure continued compliance and minimal exposure to risk.

Portfolio Maturity Profile

The table below shows the percentage of funds invested at different durations to maturity.

Market Value by Issuer and Institution Policy limit as per Investment Policy

Overall Portfolio Credit Framework compliance to Investment Policy

Portfolio Performance against relevant market benchmarks

The AusBond Bank Bill Index (ABBI) and Bank Bill Swap Rates (BBSW) are two key benchmarks used in Australia to measure return on investment on cash and fixed interest securities. The ABBI represents average daily yield of a parcel of bank bills and the BBSW represents daily lending rates between the banks. There is also a notable correlation between changes in the cash rate and impact on both these benchmarks. For reporting and benchmarking purposes, Council is using annualised average ABBI and a 90-day average BBSW.

The portfolio yield to 31 July 2017 exceeded the AusBond Bank Bill index by 116 basis points (2.96% against 1.80%).

The portfolio yield to 31 July 2017 exceeded the Bank Bill Swap Rate by 121 basis points (2.96% against 1.75%).

Council continues to achieve a solid outcome despite ongoing margin contraction and significantly lower market deposit yields. Return on investments is expected to slowly decrease as old investments in Council’s portfolio mature and are replaced with investments yielding lower returns. Comparative yields for the previous months are charted below:

Performance of Portfolio Returns against Budget

Council’s investment income year to date to July 2017 exceeded budget by $48k mainly due to higher actual monthly average portfolio holdings compared to budgeted monthly average portfolio holdings for the period.

Investment Portfolio at a Glance

Portfolio Performance

The portfolio yield to 31 July 2017 exceeded the AusBond Bank Bill index by 116 basis points (2.96% against 1.80%)

The portfolio yield to 30 July 2017 exceeded the Bank Bill Swap Rate by 121 basis points (2.96% against 1.75%)

Annual Income vs. Budget

Council’s investment interest income exceeded budget by $48k as at 31 July 2017 mainly due to higher actual monthly average portfolio holdings compared to budgeted monthly average portfolio holdings for the period

Investment Policy Compliance

Legislative Requirements		Fully Compliant.
Portfolio Credit Rating Limit		Fully Compliant.
Institutional Exposure Limits	X	Council individual banks holdings credit rating limit is over the limit for one bank - Bank of Queensland by about 5.3% ($9m) due to the May 2017 long term credit-rating downgrade by S&P Rating Agency. Council will divest BOQ excess investments as soon as practicable whilst being cognisant of prevailing market conditions. The investment policy will also be appropriately amended to allow flexibility in event of unprecedented low risks movements in status by the credit rating agencies.
Overall Portfolio Credit Limits	X	Council holdings for BBB Category is over the limit by 6.9% mainly due to the recent S&P downgrade of Bank of Queensland. Council will divest BOQ excess investments as soon as practicable whilst being cognisant of prevailing market conditions. The investment policy will also be appropriately amended to allow flexibility in event of unprecedented low risks movements in status by the credit rating agencies.
Term to Maturity Limits		Fully Compliant

Economic Outlook – Reserve Bank of Australia

The Reserve Bank has left the official cash rate on hold at 1.5 per cent in its 1 August 2017 meeting. The current 1.5 per cent cash rate is at a historically low level and impacts returns on investment. Returns on Term Deposits and Floating Rate Notes have significantly dropped since the last twelve months. The average market returns on term deposits are:

· Longer term deposits (> 3years maturity) – 2.7% to 3.3% p.a.

· Medium term (2 to 3 years to maturity) – 2.5% to 2.7% p.a.

· Short term deposits rate (less than one year to maturity) – ranges from 2.2% to 2.5% per annum.

· Cash & Cash At Call accounts range from 1.4% to 2.15%

· 31 Days’ Notice Account 2.25%

Certificate of Responsible Accounting Officer

The Manager Financial Services, as Responsible Accounting Officer certifies that the investments listed in the attached report have been made in accordance with Section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993, Clause 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 and Councils Investment Policies at the time of their placement. The previous investments are covered by the “grandfather” clauses of the current investment guidelines issued by the Minister for Local Government.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Council’s investment interest income exceeded budget by $48k as at 31 July 2017 mainly due to higher actual monthly average portfolio holdings compared to budgeted monthly average portfolio holdings for the period
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	There are no social and cultural considerations.
Civic Leadership	There are no civic leadership and governance considerations.
Legislative	Council is fully compliant with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1993 – Investment Order (authorised investments) and with reporting requirements under Clause 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Investment Portfolio July 2017 ⇩

155

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City Infrastructure and Environment Report

DIEN 01

2016-17 Capital Works Carryover of Projects and Budget Variation

Strategic Direction	Generating Opportunity Meet the challenges of Liverpool’s growing population
File Ref	217404.2017
Report By	Kevin Smith - Manager Infrastructure Delivery
Approved By	Madhu Pudasaini - Acting Director City Infrastructure and Environment

Executive Summary

Council, at its meeting held on 29 June 2016, adopted a budget for the 2016/17 financial year including Council’s Capital Works budget. Subsequent quarterly program reviews were undertaken in September and December 2016 and March 2017. The final capital budget across Council’s portfolio was $68.5M.

This report highlights works that needs to be carried over to the 2017/18 budget to enable Council to achieve the objectives of the 2016/17 Operational Plan.

Council had issued contracts for almost 97% of the budgeted program with almost 88% completed by the end of the 2016/17 financial year. Remaining projects are either substantially progressed or delayed due to reasons beyond Council’s control. The carryover amount required to complete all Council’s Capital Works Programs is $8,522,327 representing 12% of the approved program for 2016/17.

In addition to the above, this report also recommends that Council allocate $25,100 from section 94 funds in the 2017/18 budget to deliver lighting upgrade works at Hoxton Park Reserve at a cost of $125,100, including a $100,000 grant from the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Approves the works and services listed in Attachment 1 with a remaining budget of $8,522,327 to be carried over from the 2016/17 financial year to the 2017/18 financial year; and

2. Accepts the grant for $100,000 from the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development to deliver the lighting upgrade works at Hoxton Park Reserve and allocates $25,100 from Section 94 funds towards this project.

REPORT

BACKGROUND

Council, at its meeting held on 29 June 2016 adopted a budget for the 2016/17 financial year including Council’s Capital Works budget. Quarterly program reviews were undertaken in September and December 2016 and March 2017 and the final capital budget across Council’s portfolio was $68.5M (excluding land acquisition and non-cash s94 Works in Kind).

At the end of the financial year, Council had issued contracts for almost 97% of the budgeted program with almost 88% completed by the end of financial year 2016/17. The program is significantly skewed as a result of the upgrade of Bigge Park, which is a two year project resulting in $4.2M being carried over. Remaining projects are either substantially progressed or delayed due to reasons beyond Council’s control.

CAPITAL WORKS CARRYOVER OF PROJECTS

The carryover amount required to complete all Council’s Capital Works Programs is $8,522,327. A list of these projects has been provided in Attachment 1.

Explanations for the carryovers are included in the attachment. The majority of the projects have been delayed due to problems with material supply or extended wet weather conditions, particularly towards the end of the financial year. Extended delays in obtaining regulatory and utility approvals has also resulted in some projects not being completed as expected. In addition, $5M worth of works were programmed to be completed over two financial years.

BUDGET VARIATION

Council has received a grant of $100,000 from the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development to deliver lighting upgrade works at Hoxton Park Reserve. It is recommended that Council accepts the grant and allocates an additional $25,100 from Section 94 funds to be included in the 2017/18 budget for this project.

In accordance with Clause 211 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005, Council approval is required to carryover these funds and continue those projects in 2017/18.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no additional financial implications due to carryovers as all projects are fully funded. There is a small financial implication of $25,100 as a result of the budget variation.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Deliver and maintain a range of public infrastructure such as footpaths, bus shelters and bikeways, drainage and community and recreational facilities. Deliver a high quality local road system including provision and maintenance of infrastructure and management of traffic issues.
Environment	Deliver infrastructure that is environmentally friendly and sustainability focused.
Social	Promote active lifestyle by providing relevant public infrastructure. Provide safe and accessible transport facilities.
Civic Leadership and Governance	Deliver services that are customer focused. Operate a well-developed governance system that demonstrates accountability, transparency and ethical conduct.
Legislative	Clause 211 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 applies.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Carryover Request 2016/17 ⇩

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Committee Reports

CTTE 02

Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 19 July 2017

Strategic Direction	Generating Opportunity Advocate for, and develop, transport networks to create an accessible city
File Ref	215378.2017
Report By	Charles Wiafe - Service Manager Traffic and Transport
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth

Executive Summary

This report is tabled in order to present the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 19 July 2017. The Local Traffic Committee at its meeting on 19 July 2017 considered eight (8) Agenda Items and eighteen (18) General Business Items. A copy of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting minutes is attached.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council adopts the following recommendations in the Minutes as follows:

i) Item 1 - Lyn Parade, Prestons - Proposed Linemarking and Seagull Island

· Council approves the proposed linemarking along Lyn Parade, Prestons, as shown in Attachments 1.1-1.4.

· Council discuss the design of the proposed seagull island with the Roads and Maritime Services.

· Council advise the business owners prior to undertaking works.

ii) Item 2 - Rose Street, Liverpool- Proposed Linemarking

· Council approves linemarking along Rose Street, Liverpool (between the Hume Highway and Gill Avenue) as shown in Attachments 2.1 to 2.4.

· Council approves that three (3) redundant bus stops at the common property boundary of 23/25, 16/18 and front of 28 along Rose Street be removed and that Transport for NSW be advised of Council’s action.

· Interline Bus Services be requested to remove the redundant bus stop signs.

· All stakeholders be notified accordingly.

iii) Item 3 - Prestons Industrial Area - Proposed Truck Parking

· Council approves the proposed truck parking signage along Wulbanga Street and Nuwi Place, Prestons, to permit heavy vehicles to park longer than 1 hour between 7pm – 6am, Monday to Sunday, as per Attachment 3.1.

· All stakeholders be notified accordingly.

iv) Item 4 - Kurrajong Road, Prestons - Proposed Traffic Management Works, in front of Amity College

· Council approves the traffic management changes, as shown in Attachment 4.1.

· Council approves the installation of ‘No Stopping’ restrictions 40m further east along Kurrajong Road, Prestons.

· All stakeholders be notified accordingly.

v) Item 5 - Reilly Street, Lurnea - Proposed Changes to the Linemarking

· Council approves the linemarking along Reilly Street at the two road sections between the Hume Highway and Gill Avenue, Liverpool and Wonga Road and Hill Road, Lurnea as shown in Attachments 5.1 to 5.5.

· All stakeholders be notified accordingly.

vi) Item 6 - Reilly Street, Lurnea - Proposed Raised Pedestrian Crossing

· Council approves the upgrade of the existing marked pedestrian crossing on Reilly Street, as shown in Attachment 6.1.

· All stakeholders be notified accordingly.

vii) Item 7 - Conroy Road, Wattle Grove - Proposed Traffic Calming Devices

· Council approves the double barrier linemarking along the whole length of Conroy Road, Wattle Grove.

· Council conduct a community consultation for a proposed raised threshold, or speed hump across Conroy Road, Wattle Grove.

· All stakeholders be notified accordingly.

viii) Item 8 - Gurner Avenue, Austral - Proposed Signs and Linemarking

· Council approves installation of signs and linemarking in accordance with the attached plans, Attachments 8.1 to 8.3 in the subdivision at 35-37 Gurner Avenue, Austral

· Council advises the applicant of its decision.

REPORT

The Local Traffic Committee at its meeting on 19 July 2017 considered the above mentioned eight (8) Agenda Items and eighteen (18) General Business Items:

General Business Items

GB1 Traditions of India Incorporated – Proposed annual street parade

GB2 Ash Road, Prestons - Request for Resident Parking Scheme

GB3 Elizabeth Drive, Kemps Creek - Request to relocate existing 80km/h speed limit

GB4 Elizabeth Drive - Request to improve stormwater drainage

GB5 Cartwright Avenue/Willan Drive Intersection – Request for ‘Keep Clear’ pavement marking

GB6 Hoxton Park Road and Lyn Parade Intersection - Request to clarify right turn movements.

GB7 Newbridge Road and Rickard Road Intersection, Moorebank - Request for “No Right Turn” at all times

GB8 Intersection of Newbridge Road and Governor Macquarie Drive, Moorebank - Request to improve traffic signals phasing

GB9 Memorial Avenue, Liverpool - Request to replace existing speed cushions

GB10 Intersection of Heathcote Road /Junction Road - request to regulate traffic movements

GB11 Anzac Road - Request for a pedestrian crossing

GB12 Thomas Hassall Anglican College - Review of school zone

GB13 Kurrajong Road, Carnes Hill - Request for review of pedestrian safety

GB14 Carnes Hill Shopping Centre - Request for a review of right turn movements into the Shopping Centre

GB15 Rossmore Avenue - Removal of copper logs

GB16 Old Kurrajong Road - Request for options to reduce Illegal truck parking

GB17 Unity Grammar, Austral - Request for parking restrictions at bus bay

GB18 Wonga Street - Request for relocation of bus stop

The Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting are attached for the information of Council.

The Minutes identify a number of actions that require Council staff to undertake. The non- financial implications to Council of each recommendation is noted below:

Budget impact of matters arising from the minutes

Item	Description	Funding
1	Lyn Parade, Prestons - Proposed Linemarking and Seagull Island	RMS Traffic Facilities Grant
2	Rose Street, Liverpool - Proposed Linemarking	RMS Traffic Facilities Grant
3	Prestons Industrial Area - Proposed Truck Parking	RMS Traffic Facilities Grant
4	Kurrajong Road, Prestons - Proposed Traffic Management Works, in front of Amity College	Land Developer (The College)
5	Reilly Street, Lurnea - Proposed Changes to the Linemarking	RMS Traffic Facilities Grant
6	Reilly Street, Lurnea - Proposed Changes to the Linemarking	RMS Traffic Facilities Grant
7	Conroy Road, Wattle Grove - Proposed Traffic Calming Devices	RMS Traffic Facilities Grant
8	Gurner Avenue, Austral - Proposed Signs and Linemarking	Land Developer

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Provide efficient parking for the City Centre. Deliver a high quality local road system including provision and maintenance of infrastructure and management of traffic issues.
Environment	Promote an integrated and user friendly public transport service. Support the delivery of a range of transport options.
Social	Improve road safety.
Civic Leadership	Actively advocate for federal and state government support, funding and services.
Legislative	NSW Roads Act 1993 NSW Road Transport (Safety & Traffic Management) Act 1999.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting 19 July 2017 ⇩

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Questions with Notice

QWN 01

Question with Notice - Clr Hagarty

Strategic Direction

Leading through Collaboration

Strive for best practice in all Council processes

File Ref

205662.2017

QUESTION WITH NOTICE

Over the last 4 to 5 years the Liverpool skyline has been transformed through the construction of numerous high rise apartment buildings.

With the recent Grenfell tragedy in London there have been media reports of Council investigating "as a matter of priority" local high rise buildings to check if any contained unsafe cladding similar to that used in the Grenfell building.

I note a recent story from the Sydney Morning Herald "NSW government fails to act on proposed building industry reforms for almost two years" dated 27 June 2017. The story details other fire safety issues in addition to unsafe cladding uncovered in apartment complexes across the state, similar in age and scale to those in Liverpool. The issues, mainly related to poor quality private certification, include fire hydrants being installed backwards, poorly maintained fire hose reels and faulty fire escape doors.

Please address the following:

· On the progress of these checks?

· When these checks are expected to be completed?

· Do these checks also include inspection of other fire safety measures such as those mentioned above?

· Of the budgetary impacts these checks will have?

· What changes have been or will be put in place to ensure these retrospective checks need not occur in the future?

COUNCIL RESPONSE

In July 2015 Council’s newly appointed Manager Community Standards put a report to the Director and CEO for the creation of a Fire Safety Unit to meet Council’s obligation under the legislation with respect to Fire Safety. The CEO approved the recommendation of the report which led to the following appointments:

· Fire Safety Team Leader

· 2 x Fire Safety Officers

· Essential Services Officer

Council’s obligation under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act (EP&A Act) is to ensure minimum levels of fire safety are adequate across a diverse range of Class 2-9 buildings, these being residential apartment buildings, commercial and industrial buildings.

The workload in this area comes to Council in the form of complaints from the public, referral by NSW Fire and Rescue, referral from NSW Police and from within Council. In response, Council Officers may audit buildings and issue orders to upgrade. The officers will then carry out inspections to ensure the order is progressively being complied with. It will generally take over 12 months to complete work under a fire order, often at significant expense to building owners.

Clause 93 and 94 of Environment Planning and Assessment Regulation requires Council to consider fire safety compliance as part of a DA for any change of use or alterations. This is currently carried out early in assessment of DAs with fire safety compliance upgrades required as a condition of development consent.

Every year property owners of buildings other than private single dwellings are required to submit an Annual Fire Safety Statement (AFSS) to Council which lists all the fire safety essential services within a building with assurances that these are being maintained. Council’s Essential Services Officer provides annual reminders to owners to submit AFSS, with follow up letters and if required warning letters. A check of the adequacy of each statement is undertaken by Council officers.

The legislation aims to ensure that existing buildings are maintained and if required upgraded to ensure compliance with the changes in legislation in regards to fire safety. This in turn places an obligation on Council to ensure existing buildings in the LGA meet fire safety requirements.

Building Regulation and Certification Reform

New reforms to improve fire safety will come into effect on 1 October 2017, aimed at improving certification process for high rise buildings. The reforms will require mandatory involvement of competent fire safety practitioners in the design and approval of fire safety systems including new critical stage inspection for certifiers.

Safety Inspection of Cladding

Local Government NSW (LGNSW) have been briefing staff of various councils on their audit of combustible cladding on buildings across Sydney.

It is understood that LGNSW have identified buildings with potentially combustible cladding, including in the Liverpool Local Government Area and they will be writing to the building owners of those buildings to encourage them to inspect the cladding and installation. Council will work with LGNSW and the building owners to ensure all buildings are made safe as a priority.

Council staff have commenced an audit of buildings in the CBD to identify use of potentially combustible cladding. The buildings that are being audited are residential buildings (other than single dwellings) with a rise in storey of 3 or more. It is expected that the audit will be completed by 31 December 2017.

Budgetary Impacts

Nil. Workloads in the fire safety team are now prioritised on this issue. Resources are adequate at this stage.

What changes have been or will be put in place to ensure these retrospective checks need not occur in the future

As discussed above the legislation permits retrospective checks so that buildings can be upgraded in time if required to improve fire safety and keep up with changes in legislation in regard to safety standards and technology.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

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Ordinary Meeting 30 August 2017

Notices of Motion

NOM 01

Heathcote Rd and The Avenue Intersection

Strategic Direction

Generating Opportunity

Meet the challenges of Liverpool’s growing population

File Ref

226518.2017

Author

Charishma Kaliyanda - Councillor

Background

On 2 August 2017 the Voyager Point community lost a valued member in a tragic car accident that occurred at the intersection of The Avenue and Heathcote Road, Voyager Point.

The intersection in question has long been regarded by residents as a dangerous ‘blindspot’ due to a combination of factors including high traffic volume and speed through the intersection. Recent growth population of Voyager Point as only served to increase the risks at the intersection.

Following community concerns over the last two years, the RMS has identified the need for road widening of the section off Heathcote Road between Infantry Parade and The Avenue. In this financial year’s state budget funding has only been allocated for detailed design but not construction. The initial advice from the RMS is that the road widening may not be completed until 2022.

Voyager Point community members were asked “In the last two years, how often have you been involved in a near miss or incident at the intersection of The Avenue, Voyager Point & Heathcote Rd”. Over the last 2 years the 57 respondents had been involved in 219 near misses or incidents at the intersection.

Without immediate safety measures being implemented, the risk of further incidents is high.

Despite Heathcote Rd being an RMS controlled road, in the days following the accident, the Mayor, CEO and Council staff have advocated for the implementation of short term traffic treatments to improve safety at the intersection until the permanent upgrade can be completed in the days following the accident. These include:

- Reduction of the speed limit at The Avenue and Heathcote Rd intersection from 80km/h to 60km/h.

- Signalisation of the intersection, or installation of temporary traffic lights.

- Installation of a speed camera or other speed monitoring system at the intersection to ensure reduction in the speed limit is maintained.

While I note and appreciate these actions, Heathcote Road is RMS controlled and the final authority on any improvement options or actions that can be implemented. Therefore, it is important for Council to continue to represent the interests and advocate for the safety of our residents.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council

1. Directs the Mayor, CEO and Council staff to continue to advocate publicly for early implementation of required traffic and road safety measures at the intersection of The Avenue and Heathcote Road by RMS.

3. Corresponds with the Premier and Minister for Roads in order to highlight the significant community concern and safety issues at The Avenue and Heathcote Road intersection.

3. Continues to assist RMS in order to fast track the works at The Avenue/Heathcote Road intersection.

4. Provides regular updates and communication with Voyager Point residents on the results of representations made to the Premier, Minister for Roads and the RMS.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S COMMENT

Council notes the fatal crash that occurred on 2 August 2017 at the intersection of The Avenue and Heathcote Road, Voyager Point. Since then, Council has been proactive in reviewing suggestions from the community and has made representations to the Premier, Local Member of Parliament and RMS requesting that the intersection upgrade be prioritised urgently. Interim safety measures for reduced maximum speed plus stop signs have been requested. Further correspondence will be forwarded to the Minister for Roads.

It is noted that the Mayor and Councillor Kaliyanda have also met with Voyager Point residents to hear their concerns about safety at the intersection and the need for an urgent intersection upgrade.

Council will continue to advocate for early implementation of required traffic and road safety measures at the intersection of The Avenue and Heathcote Road, as well as delivery of the Heathcote Road, between Infantry Parade and The Avenue road widening project.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Deliver a high quality local road system including provision and maintenance of infrastructure and management of traffic issues.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	There are no social and cultural considerations.
Civic Leadership	Undertake communication practices with the community and stakeholders across a range of media. Foster neighbourhood pride and a sense of responsibility. Provide information about Council’s services, roles and decision making processes. Deliver services that are customer focused. Operate a well developed governance system that demonstrates accountability, transparency and ethical conduct. Actively advocate for federal and state government support, funding and services.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

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CEO 03	Strategic Panel Minutes
Attachment 1	August - Strategic Panel Minutes

Name of Committee	Staff voting member
Budget Review Panel	CEO (or delegate)
Civic Advisory	CEO (or delegate) and Civic Officer
CPAC Board	CEO (or delegate)
Environment Advisory	CEO (or delegate shall assign relevant staff to this Committee, usually from the environment discipline) - 2 staff
Heritage Advisory	Heritage Officer
Sports	CEO (or delegate)
Strategic Panel	CEO (or delegate)

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CEO 02	Mayoral Direction pursuant to Section 226(d) of the Local Government Act 1993
Attachment 1	Mayoral Direction - Submission to Liquor and Gaming NSW regarding the evaluation of the Community Impact Statement requirement for certain types of liquor licences and authorisations

Economic	Currently budgeted in Learning and Development’s Talent Program.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	There are no social and cultural considerations.
Civic Leadership	Facilitate the development of community leaders. Provide information about Council’s services, roles and decision making processes. Operate a well-developed governance system that demonstrates accountability, transparency and ethical conduct.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

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CEO 05	Local Government Chief Officers Group
Attachment 1	LGCOG Meeting Dates 2017-2019

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DCC 03	Moorebank Liverpool District Hockey Club request for Council funding contribution, upgrade of sand base synthetic hockey surface
Attachment 2	Economic Value of Hockey Events

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CTTE 01	Minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee 4 August 2017
Attachment 1	Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Minutes 4 August 2017

Economic	To be provided as part of the CEO comment to this Notice of Motion.
Environment	Raise community awareness and support action in relation to environmental issues.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver coordinated services to the community.
Civic Leadership	Act as an environmental leader in the community. Facilitate the development of community leaders. Provide information about Council’s services, roles and decision making processes. Deliver services that are customer focused.
Legislative	Land and Environment Court Act 1979 – Section 34.