Agenda of Ordinary Meeting - 13 December 2017

Order of Business

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Opening

Acknowledgment of Country and Prayer

Apologies

Condolences

Confirmation of Minutes

Ordinary Council Meeting held on 22 November 2017........................................................... 8

Declarations of Interest

Public Forum

Mayoral Report

NIL

Notices of Motion Of Rescission

NIL

Development Application Determination Report

NIL

City Economy and Growth Report

DPG 01 Liverpool City Centre Traffic Study 2017 - Draft Implementation Plan ........ 43......... 1

DPG 02 Planning Proposal to amend Schedule 5 - Environmental Heritage of Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008...................................................................... 51......... 2

DPG 03 Draft Tourism & Events Committee Charter.................................................. 59......... 3

DPG 04 Draft CBD Committee Charter....................................................................... 71......... 4

DPG 05 Fire and Rescue NSW Aerial Appliance......................................................... 82......... 5

DPG 06 Liverpool Design Excellence Panel ............................................................... 87......... 6

DPG 07 Development and Subdivision of Land Policy................................................ 98......... 7

Chief Executive Officer Report

CEO 01 Floodplain Management Association Conference ....................................... 101......... 8

CEO 02 Annual Code of Conduct Complaints Report............................................... 105......... 9

City Community and Culture Report

DCC 01 Civic Events and Ceremonial Functions Policy........................................... 111....... 10

DCC 02 Public Arts Policy.......................................................................................... 130....... 11

DCC 03 Grants, Donations and Corporate Sponsorship............................................ 144....... 12

DCC 04 Draft Cultural Strategy.................................................................................. 149....... 13

City Corporate Report

CFO 01 Annual Financial Reports 2016/17................................................................ 156....... 14

City Presentation Report

NIL

City Infrastructure and Environment Report

DIEN 01 Eleventh Avenue, Austral ............................................................................ 158....... 15

Committee Reports

CTTE 01 Minutes of the Aboriginal Consultative Committee
Meeting held on 2 November 2017.............................................................. 160....... 16

CTTE 02 Minutes of the Intermodal Committee Meeting held on 14 November 2017 166....... 17

CTTE 03 Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 8 November 2017 172 18

CTTE 04 Minutes of the Environment Advisory Committee held on 14 November 2017 177 19

CTTE 05 Minutes of Budget Review Panel 13 November 2017................................. 191....... 20

Questions with Notice

NIL

Presentations by Councillors

Notices of Motion

NOM 01 Review of SEPP 2008 relating to the erecting of fences............................. 196....... 21

NOM 02 Scientists Working With Communities to Improve Urban Microclimates.... 199....... 22

NOM 03 Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre ................................................................. 202....... 23

NOM 04 Football in South West Sydney..................................................................... 205....... 24

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 Acquisition of Part Lot 3 DP 29317, 25 Rynan Avenue, Edmondson Park, for drainage and open space purposes

Reason: Item CONF 01 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10A(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 Proposed Road Closing and Disposal of part of Culverston Avenue in Denham Court.

Reason: Item CONF 02 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10A(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 03 Proposed Easement for underground electrical cables over part of Mayberry Park, Elizabeth Drive and Mayberry Crescent in Liverpool.

Reason: Item CONF 03 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10A(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 04 Acquisition of Part Lot 2 DP 1196541, 185 Gurner Avenue, Austral for open space purposes

Reason: Item CONF 04 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10A(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 05 Tourism & Events Committee Expressions of Interest

Reason: Item CONF 05 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10A(2)(a) of the Local Government Act because it contains personal matters concerning particular individuals (other than councillors).

CONF 06 CBD Committee Expressions of Interest

Reason: Item CONF 06 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10A(2)(a) of the Local Government Act because it contains personal matters concerning particular individuals (other than councillors).

CONF 07 Establishment of a Panel of Conduct Reviewers

Reason: Item CONF 07 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10A(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 08 Easement for Access over Lot 3 DP 703565, Lot 82 DP 790072 and Lot 1 DP 1196393

Reason: Item CONF 08 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10A(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.

Close

MINUTES OF THE Ordinary Meeting

HELD ON 22 November 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 Tim Moore, Director City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Mr Chris White, Director City Corporate

Dr Eddie Jackson, Director City Community and Culture

Mr Stephen Joannidis, Acting Director City Presentation

Mr Raj Autar, Director City Infrastructure and Environment

The meeting commenced at 6.08pm.

OPENING 6.08pm.

Prayer

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF COUNTRY, The prayer of the Council was read by Pastor by

PRAYER OF COUNCIL AND John Keane from West Hoxton Community Church.

AFFIRMATION TO BE READ BY

NATIONAL ANTHEM The national anthem was played at the meeting.

APOLOGIES Nil

Condolences

CONDOLENCES Nil

Confirmation of Minutes

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Hadid

1. That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 25 October 2017 be confirmed as a true record of that meeting.

2. In relation to item “CEO 03 Voting Delegates for the 2017 Local Government NSW Annual Conference” of that meeting, Mayor Waller advised that she will now be unable to attend the conference and will be transferring her voting rights to Clr Shelton.

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:

Item DCC 02: Grants, Donations and Corporate Sponsorship

Reason: Clr Shelton is a member of the Liverpool Genealogy Society which is one of the organisations that have applied for a grant.

Clr Shelton left the meeting for the duration of the item.

Public Forum

Presentation – items not on agenda

Mr Ian Bailey addressed the Council on the following matter:

Summary of topics spoken at Council meetings in 2017 by Mr Bailey.

2. Ellen Russell addressed the Council on the following item:

Commemoration of the Battle of Beersheba.

Representation – items on agenda

Nil.

Motion of Urgency

Motion: Moved Clr Hadchiti Seconded Clr Ayyad

That Council, as a matter of urgency, move into Closed Session to deal with the following matter at the end of the meeting, pursuant to the provisions of s10A(2)(a) of the Local Government Act because it contains personnel matters concerning particular individuals (other than councillors):

· Staffing matter which also involves a resident.

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

ITEM NO: QWN 02

FILE NO: 284036.2017

SUBJECT: Question with Notice - Clr Rhodes

BACKGROUND

Biodiversity Strategic and Management Plan and Liverpool CBD Street Tree and Landscape Management Plan

Council recently removed several trees from the Liverpool CBD area. Several trees of substantial age and canopy cover have been removed from Governor Macquarie Drive Warwick Farm, as well as several more trees that have been recently marked for removal along Moorebank and Anzac Roads, Moorebank one of which is possibly an aboriginal Scar Tree and others that are on the Significant Tree list.

Noting Liverpool’s Biodiversity Strategy and Management Plan was last updated in 2012 and the current Liverpool CBD Street Tree and Landscape Management Plan has mapped strategies and a projected delivery of canopy cover in the Liverpool CBD.

Please address the following:

Can Council advise on what progress has been made towards targets for canopy delivery in the Liverpool CBD in accordance with the Urban Streetscape Management Plan?

What percentage of forest area has been lost in the Liverpool LGA as a result of new development over the last 5 years?

What has been the total financial contributions from new developments in the Liverpool LGA towards the biodiversity targets for canopy cover over the last 5 years?

What has been the total tree replacement contribution from new developments into Biobanking and or trees offset in public places, parks or private land?

What is the percentage of significant trees affected by new development in the Liverpool LGA and managed in the Biodiversity Strategy and Management Plans, Liverpool Council Tree Management Plans and Council Planning Instruments that have been saved from removal over the past 5 years?

What is the percentage of significant trees affected by new development in the Liverpool LGA and managed in the Biodiversity Strategy and Management Plans, Liverpool Council Tree Management Plans and Council Planning Instruments that have been removed over the past 5 years?

Are Council’s subcontract agreements for tree removal in the Liverpool LGA based on an agreement of an estimated quota for number of tree removals per contractual agreement or are the agreements on an “as needed” agreement only?

COUNCIL RESPONSE

Council staff comment on trees removed from Liverpool CBD, Governor Macquarie Drive

Several trees have been removed along Governor Macquarie Drive, and have been the subject of approval through various development applications which were accompanied by vegetation management plans.

Replacement vegetation and regeneration of vegetation also forms part of the approved development.

Council staff comment on trees to be removed along Moorebank Avenue and Anzac Rd

These trees are located on the Moorebank Intermodal sites and as such any removal of trees and vegetation is to be undertaken in accordance with the approvals that have been issued by the Department of Planning and Environment. Council is not the consent authority or compliance authority for the Intermodal development which is State Significant Development.

Please address the following:

Can council advise on what progress has been made towards targets for Canopy delivery in the Liverpool CBD in accordance with the Urban Streetscape Management Plan?

Council does not have an Urban Streetscape Management Plan. Council has a Liverpool CBD Public Domain Strategy and a Liverpool CBD Street Tree and Landscape Strategy.

Developers are required to plant street trees and street paving as part of any redevelopment of their site, along the frontage of their site.

There is no specific budget allocation for a street tree planting program within the CBD. Tree planning within the CBD is generally undertaken in conjunction with the delivery of programmed infrastructure improvement projects eg. replacement of Kerb & Gutter or footpaths.

Street trees and paving requirements are considered at DA stage and are conditioned to comply with Council’s guidelines.

What percentage of forest area has been lost in the Liverpool LGA as a result of new development over the last 5 years?

Based on the vegetation mapping completed in 2016, total reduction in the cover of native vegetation mapped within the LGA is approximately 2.9% since 2012. Council does not have information on the clearance of non-native vegetation and landscaping.

Assessment of DAs considers landscape plans and street tree planting aimed at enhancing the tree canopy in new housing release areas.

What has been the total financial contributions from new developments in the Liverpool LGA towards the biodiversity targets for canopy cover over the last 5 years?

Council does not levy s94 contributions specifically for trees under the current s94 Plans. However, Council does levy for embellishment of parks and open space including Woodward Park, Pioneer Park, Bigge Park and George’s River Foreshore. The Liverpool Contributions Plan (Liverpool City Centre) identifies $22m for embellishment works for the above parks. Council has expended $3.76m from the s94 fund and as at 8/11/17 has $9.2m in reserve.

In addition, Council has a Township Improvement Fund (levied through rates). These funds are used towards public domain improvements in the City Centre and includes parks and public squares, street tree planting, street paving, public art, lighting and improved signage.

What has been the total tree replacement contribution from new developments into Biobanking and or trees offset in public places, parks or private land.

Council does not have a bio-banking or tree off set policy and does not currently have a tree pricing policy, though one is under consideration. In addition, there are no established bio-banking sites that council manages.

What is the percentage of significant trees affected by new development in the Liverpool LGA and managed in the Biodiversity Strategy and Management Plans, Liverpool Council Tree Management Plans and Council Planning Instruments that have been saved from removal over the past 5 years?

Council does not have data on this.

What is the percentage of significant trees affected by new development in the Liverpool LGA and managed in the Biodiversity Strategy and Management Plans, Liverpool Council Tree Management Plans and Council Planning Instruments that have been removed over the past 5 years?

The impact of tree removal is a matter for consideration as part of all development applications, however Council does not have data on the percentage of trees affected by development.

Are Council’s subcontract agreements for tree removal in the Liverpool LGA based on an agreement of an estimated quota for number of tree removals per contractual agreement or are the agreements on an “as needed” agreement only?

Agreements are on an “as needed” basis only.

Clr Ayyad left the meeting at 7.16pm.

Clr Hagarty left the meeting at 7.18pm.

Clr Ayyad returned to the meeting at 7.20pm.

Clr Hagarty returned to the meeting at 7.20pm.

ITEM NO: NOM 02

FILE NO: 312414.2017

SUBJECT: Advocacy Services NDIS

BACKGROUND

According to the 2016 census, 6.2% of the City of Liverpool's population reported needing help in their day-to-day lives due to disability. This is in comparison with 4.9% of the population of Greater Sydney.

Currently the NSW Government funds approximately 50 disability advocacy, information and peak representational organisations services to provide independent supports through the Department of Ageing Disability and Home Care (ADHC). This is about $13 million per year.

Under bilateral agreements signed by State and Commonwealth governments to assist in funding the National Disability Insurance Scheme all ADHC funding will be given to the Commonwealth after June 30 2018.

Unfortunately, this will leave significant gaps in advocacy, information and representational services for people with disability – the largest single minority group in NSW, and some of our most vulnerable citizens.

Without a seat at the table, champions to fight for us or experts on our side, it is a whole lot harder for people with disability to belong, and for communities to enjoy the full benefits of everyone’s voice, agency and participation.

Disability advocacy organisations undertake both individual and systemic advocacy as well as information provision, representation and capacity building. Their key priority is to protect and uphold the rights of people with disability.

The NDIS clearly states that it will not fund advocacy, either in individual plans, or through the Information, Linkages and Capacity Building (ILC) tier of the NDIS.

The National Disability Strategy, of which all governments agreed to adhere, clearly recognises the importance of advocacy, both individual and systemic. It recognises that advocacy is essential in allowing people with disability to have the opportunity to participate in decisions that affect their lives, and advance their rights, wellbeing and interests.

Importantly only 10% of all people with disability will be provided with an individually funded plan under the NDIS. For the other 90% the loss of funded advocacy, independent information and peak representation will mean an even greater gap in access to services/supports, and barrier to full inclusion in the NSW community.

People with disability rely on advocacy organisations to break down barriers so they can access mainstream services equally. Because of advocacy, people with intellectual disability can use Medicare to get an annual health assessment each year, or avoid unfair incarceration in the justice system; more children with disability are enrolled in regular classes and domestic violence services have tools to help them measure and improve their inclusiveness; and physical access to railway stations and other modes of transport, the Sydney Harbor Bridge, sporting venues and places of residence is gradually improving.

Without a commitment from the NSW government to maintain funding for these essential disability advocacy and information services, these services will no longer be available to people with disability in NSW. The result will be a huge gap in service provision and that lives and the well-being of many people with disability will be put at risk.

Local government plays an important role in disability inclusion and Liverpool Council has affirmed our commitment to an accessible and inclusive community through the Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017-2021. Council works with many disability service providers, community organisations and community members in order to ensure the needs of people with disabilities in our community are met.

However, given the importance of disability advocacy and information services and the uncertainty surrounding their continuation currently, it is important that Council advocate for the members of our community and communicate their concerns.

NOTICE OF MOTION (submitted by Clr Kaliyanda)

That Council write to the NSW Minister for Disability Services to communicate the need for fully funded advocacy, informational and peak representational organisations after the implementation of the NDIS in NSW.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Kaliyanda Seconded: Clr Shelton

That the recommendation be adopted.

Foreshadowed motion: Moved: Clr Rhodes Seconded: Clr Hadchiti

That:

Council write to the NSW Minister for Disability Services to communicate the need for greater advocacy services to be provided in the Liverpool LGA to address the city’s 2.7% above average needs for advocacy when compared to other parts of Sydney; and

The funding available for advocacy be determined.

On being put to the meeting the motion (moved by Clr Kaliyanda) was declared LOST.

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

Division called (for the Motion moved by Clr Rhodes):

The motion was carried unanimously.

Ordinary Meeting 13 December 2017

City Economy and Growth Report

DPG 01

Liverpool City Centre Traffic Study 2017 - Draft Implementation Plan

Strategic Direction	Generating Opportunity Advocate for, and develop, transport networks to create an accessible city
File Ref	303241.2017
Report By	Charles Wiafe - Service Manager Traffic and Transport
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Executive Summary

At its meeting on 26 July 2017, Council considered a report on the findings of the recently completed Liverpool City Centre Traffic Study and resolved to receive a further report on a draft implementation plan on the recommended improvement strategies for car parking, public and active transport and traffic management.

At a strategic planning workshop in August 2017, Council received a presentation on the study findings and recommended improvements over the next 20 years.

The study consisted of three components - car parking, public & active transport and traffic management. The study objectives were to identify deficiencies in the existing traffic and transport system and to recommend local traffic and transport improvement works, to facilitate planned development in the Liverpool City Centre over the next 20 years.

The study recommendations include improvement works to be undertaken by Council and Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) and Transport for NSW (TfNSW).

This report outlines a draft implementation plan for staged delivery of the recommended traffic and transport improvement projects, in short (0-5 years), medium (5-10 years), and long terms (10-20 years).

The staged approach to scoping of options, design investigations and implementation allows projects and initiatives to be adapted in response to emerging government priorities for improvements to public transport, such as rail and mass rapid transport links to the future Western Sydney Airport and Sydney CBD. This approach can also respond to new technologies and land use and economic trends that will influence the form and function of the Liverpool City Centre and surrounding suburbs, to ensure the broader vision for a liveable, connected and vibrant city centre can be achieved.

Council is also involved in the planning for the Liverpool Collaboration Area, led by the Greater Sydney Commission and involving numerous government agencies. The area includes the Liverpool City Centre, Georges River and Warwick Farm precincts, as well as Moorebank intermodal terminals. Among other things, it is anticipated that the outcomes of this collaboration will provide for other regional transport and traffic infrastructure investment and improvements. The staged approach to implementation, recommended with this report, allows for adjustment to funding and priorities for active and public transport and traffic management, in response to the outcomes and findings of collaboration.

Council has been receiving representations for additional parking in the CBD. Collimore Car Park currently has approximately 500 unrestricted car spaces for city workers and is at capacity during business hours. Other all-day commuter car parks in the city centre are also approaching capacity. The medium term projects includes a possible expansion of the Collimore Car Park. It is recommended that the scoping and options investigation in relation to Collimore Car Park commence immediately, within current budget allocations. Funding allocation for design investigations would be considered in the 2018/2019 budget and can be funded from Section 94.

Funding

All other projects under Council’s responsibility would be funded from Council’s Section 94 Development Contribution Plan. Timelines for the delivery of these projects will depend on traffic and transport conditions and available funding. Individual projects will be proposed in future annual operating budgets.

Regional Traffic Management and Transport Improvements

Council has been making representations to the State Government for improvements to regional transport infrastructure and services, in and around the city centre. It is recommended that Council continues these representations.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Notes the draft scoping and implementation plan;

2. Considers funding allocation for design investigation for a multi-deck car park at the existing Collimore Car Park in the 2018/2019 budget;

3. Continues to work with the RMS and TfNSW for design investigations, and upgrade of Hume Highway/Hoxton Park Road/Macquarie Street intersection; and

4. Continues representations to the State Government to improve regional traffic and transport infrastructure and services in and around the Liverpool City Centre.

REPORT

BACKGROUND

At its meeting on 26 July 2017, Council considered a report on a Liverpool City Centre Traffic Study 2017, carried out by GTA Consultants and resolved that:

‘Council receives a further report on implementation plan of the recommended car parking, local roads and transport improvement strategies and that traffic and parking form part of the strategic planning weekend to enable Councillor engagement and consultation.’

At the strategic planning workshop held in August 2017, Council received a presentation on the study objectives, methodology, findings and recommended improvement projects over the next 20 years.

The study was carried out to identify deficiencies in the existing traffic and transport system and recommend improvements to facilitate planned additional developments in the Liverpool City Centre, under the following three components:

· Car Parking

· Public & Active Transport

· Traffic Management

The recommended improvements have been grouped into the following two groups:

· Local traffic and transport improvement projects under Council’s responsibility

· Regional traffic and transport infrastructure and services to be delivered by the State Government transport agencies, i.e. RMS and TfNSW

The study findings and recommended projects were reported to Council at its meeting on 26 July 2017, which included the following:

Car Parking

Study findings:

The public car parks in the city centre are close to capacity and additional car parking spaces required to accommodate future parking demand.

Recommended improvements:

· Additional commuter car parking spaces outside the city centre, at the Collimore Car Park.

· Introduce 4P (4-hour parking) parking restrictions to unrestricted parking areas including streets such as Castlereagh, Lachlan, Norfolk and Secant Streets.

· Redevelopment of Northumberland Car Park and identification of potential new parking locations.

Public Transport

Study findings:

· Bus services in the city centre use several streets. The bus stop along Moore Street (near George Street) is substandard, and the bus route along Moore Street experiences delays.

· Train services between the Liverpool City Centre and Sydney CBD do not offer express services.

Recommended improvements:

· Bus services – Moore Street, Transit Boulevard and improved main bus stop/shelter. The project would involve bus priority, and restricted vehicular traffic movements along the section of Moore Street between Bigge Street and Bathurst Street.

· Train services - Continue to make representations for improved and express trains services, on the existing trains lines between Liverpool City Centre and the Sydney CBD or extension of the South West Metro from Liverpool to Bankstown.

Traffic Management

Study findings:

Sections of the following state classified roads, under the care and control of the RMS, Hume Highway, Hoxton Park Road, Elizabeth Drive, Newbridge Road, Moorebank Avenue and Heathcote Road, dominate the road network providing access to the Liverpool City Centre.

Sections of these roads close to the city centre, and particularly at the intersections of the Hume Highway, with Hoxton Park Road/Macquarie Street, and Elizabeth Drive and Newbridge Road/Moorebank Avenue and Moorebank Avenue/Heathcote Road intersections are operating at capacity and experience delays during the morning and afternoon peak periods.

Recommended improvements:

· Regional (State Classified) Roads

a) Hume Highway/Hoxton Park Road/Macquarie Street, and Hume Highway/ Memorial Avenue intersections upgrade

b) Newbridge Road/Heathcote Road /Moorebank Avenue Intersections upgrade

c) Newbridge Road/Terminus Street/Speed Street intersection upgrade

d) Brickmakers Creek Bypass (long term project)

· Local Road Improvements

a) Bathurst Street extension and required widening of Terminus/Pirie Streets intersection to facilitate redevelopment of adjoining properties.

b) Bigge Street traffic management Improvements.

c) South City Centre Improvements

Draft Scoping and Implementation Projects

The recommended local traffic and transport improvement projects, have been discussed with the RMS representatives and prioritised to prepare a draft staged delivery plan for the short (0-5 years), medium (5 -10 years), and long terms (10-20 years).

As part of the preparation of a draft scoping and implementation plan, the current City Centre Car Parking Strategy is being revised. The revised plan will be presented to Council in 2018. The draft implementation plan includes the following:

Short Term 0-5 Years

Car Parking

a) Scoping, options and design investigation of a multi-storey car park at Collimore Car Park.

b) Development of parking pricing strategy for on-street parking and Council owned car parks.

Public & Active Transport Improvement Works

a) Design investigation of Moore Street Transit Boulevard improvement works between Bigge Street and Bathurst Street.

b) Installation of additional bicycle storage facilities in the City Centre.

c) Pedestrian/cyclist infrastructure including cycle ways and way finding signage in the City Centre.

d) Development of a public and active transport travel guide, known as a Green Travel Plan.

Traffic Management

a) Extension of Dewsbury Serviceway to George Street (left out only).

b) Scoping and options investigation of traffic management changes along Bigge Street (Hume Highway to Railway Street, including Bigge Street and Moore Street intersection upgrade, aimed at balancing pedestrian priorities, on-street parking, residential amenity and vehicle congestion.

c) Scoping and options investigation, in consultation with the RMS as part of regional road improvement along Terminus and Bathurst Streets, whilst carefully balancing pedestrian priorities and Council’s focus on improving the walkability and amenity of the Liverpool City Centre.

d) Work with the RMS on design investigation for Hume Highway/Hoxton Park Road/Macquarie Street intersection, including widening along Macquarie Street/Terminus Street, to reduce traffic congestion.

Medium Term (5-10 Years)

Car Parking

a) Construction of a multi-storey car park at Collimore Car Park.

b) Introduce a car share scheme in the Liverpool City Centre.

c) Update Council’s Car Parking DCP to introduce maximum car parking rates, taking into consideration a State Government’s Metropolitan Car Parking Strategy (to be prepared by the state transport/planning agencies.

Public & Active Transport Improvement Works

a) Construction of Moore Street Transit Boulevard improvement works between Bigge Street and Bathurst Street.

b) Review and improve Council existing shuttle bus service route and frequency.

c) Pedestrian improvements along Macquarie Street between Moore Street and Scott Street.

d) Reduce pedestrian waiting times at signalised intersections.

Traffic Management

a) Traffic management improvements along Bigge Street (Hume Highway to Railway Street) aimed at balancing pedestrian priorities, on-street parking, residential amenity and vehicle congestion.

b) Complete design investigation, in consultation with the RMS as part of regional road improvement along Terminus and Bathurst Streets, aimed at balancing pedestrian priorities, on-street parking, residential amenity and vehicle congestion.

c) Other local intersection improvement works - Pirie Street/Speed Street, Newbridge Rd/Terminus Street/Speed Street intersection upgrade and Bigge Street/Elizabeth Street intersection upgrade.

d) Work with the RMS, to complete design and delivery of the Hume Highway/Hoxton Park Road/Macquarie Street intersection upgrade, including road widening along Macquarie Street/Terminus Street.

Long Term (10-20 Years)

The Traffic Study 2017, was carried out to assess the traffic impact of the proposed additional developments in the city centre under the Liverpool Local Environmental Plan Amendment No 52. The proposed development did not include redevelopment of the Georges River or Warwick Farm precincts.

The Greater Sydney Commission (GSC) has nominated an area comprising of the Liverpool City Centre, Georges River and Warwick Farm precincts, as well as Moorebank Intermodal Terminals as the Liverpool Collaboration Area. The collaboration aims to take account of growth within the area and potential future public transport and road initiatives outlined within the NSW government’s recently released Draft Transport Futures 2056 and related draft Greater Sydney Region Plan and Western City District Plan.

The need for a comprehensive Access Strategy for the Liverpool Collaboration Area has been requested to quantify and confirm transport infrastructure to support future additional development in the Liverpool Collaboration Area over the long term.

While the recommendations of this report allow for investigation works to progress, all can be revised and updated, as required, following the outcomes from collaboration, expected by mid 2018.

Expansion of Collimore Car Park

As part of the preparation of the draft implementation plan, the City Centre Car Parking Strategy would be revised. The Strategy has identified the need for expansion of Collimore Car Park. The City Centre Traffic Study lists Collimore Car Park as a priority project.

The Car Park has approximately 500 car spaces and accommodates all day parking for city workers. It is at capacity during business hours. Other all-day commuter parking in the city centre are also approaching capacity.

The project presents an opportunity to contemplate a broader redevelopment with a mix of uses to satisfy other Council priorities. The scoping and design investigation phases will explore the potential for additional uses and the adaptability of the building in the event that car parking demand were to reduce in the future.

Scoping investigations will commence within current budget allocations. The City Centre Section 94 plan includes developer contributions for additional car parking at Collimore Car Park and sufficient funds have been collected to cover the design investigation phase.

Budget Implications

Further scoping and options investigation relating to the draft implementation plan can be progressed within current budget. Implementation of the local projects in the short and medium terms would be funded under Council’s Section 94 Development Contribution Plan. Timelines for the delivery of these projects will depend on traffic and transport conditions, and available funding. Individual projects will be proposed in future annual operating budgets.

Regional Public Transport and Road Network Improvements

In addition to the local projects and work on the Collaboration Area, Council has been making representations to the State government for improvements to regional transport infrastructure and services, in and around the city centre. Recent representatives have included request for express train services between Liverpool and the Sydney CBD and upgrade of the Hume Highway/Hoxton Park Road/Macquarie Street intersection.

It is recommended that Council continues representations and works with the RMS and TfNSW, to seek State government funding for improved regional transport infrastructure and services in and around the city centre.

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 Plan) Act 1999

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

Ordinary Meeting 13 December 2017

City Economy and Growth Report

DPG 02

Planning Proposal to amend Schedule 5 - Environmental Heritage of Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008.

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Celebrate diversity, promote inclusion and recognise heritage
File Ref	297018.2017
Report By	Thomas Wheeler - Heritage Officer
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Executive Summary

At the Ordinary Meeting of Council of 28 June 2017, Council resolved to prepare a Planning Proposal to amend Schedule 5 - Environmental Heritage of the Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 to include 16 properties found to have heritage significance as a result of a heritage study undertaken by Council officers and in consultation with the Council’s Heritage Advisory Committee. Council further resolved to undertake a review of the existing items under Schedule 5 with the view to correct any errors or anomalies that may exist.

The Planning Proposal comprehensively updates Council’s heritage register through 81 changes to Schedule 5. The amendment includes 55 minor corrections to existing heritage items, the addition of 16 new items, the removal of 8 items that no longer exist, and 2 administrative changes.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Support the Planning Proposal to amend Schedule 5 – Environmental Heritage of Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008;

2. Forward the Planning Proposal to the Department of Planning and Environment for Gateway Determination;

3. Subject to the Gateway, undertake any requirements of the Gateway conditions including public exhibition and community consultation; and

4. Receive a further report addressing any submissions received as a result of public exhibition of the Planning Proposal.

REPORT

Background

Liverpool Local Environmental Plan (LLEP) 2008 came into effect on 29 August 2008 as comprehensive update to the local planning instrument.

The heritage items listed in Schedule 5 of LLEP 2008 were identified by the heritage study review undertaken by FORM Architects between 2005 and 2007. The study identified over 300 potential heritage items, however this was eventually reduced to approximately 110 items.

Council periodically reviews the LEP to ensure it aligns with the adopted community strategic plan, Our Home Liverpool 2027 and delivers positive outcomes for the Liverpool community. The identification, recognition and protection of heritage is a key element of the strategy.

Since 2014, Council have reviewed a number of potential heritage items within the Liverpool LGA, resulting in thirteen (13) potential heritage items being identified. Council resolved in June 2017 to amend LLEP 2008 to include the identified items and to undertake a review of the existing heritage register under Schedule 5.

Since the June 2017 meeting, a further review was undertaken of the LEP which identified a number of errors and anomalies. This include the incorrect naming of certain items, incorrect property addresses and descriptions and the continued listing of items which have been demolished or in the process of being demolished.

Proposed Amendment

Overview

This Planning Proposal identifies 79 properties throughout the Liverpool LGA. These properties are listed in Appendix C of the Planning Proposal. It is proposed that the owners of each affected property will be notified and invited to make a submission during the public exhibition and community consultation stage subject to Gateway Determination. The following table summarises the proposed amendment. Details of the proposed changes are found in the attached Planning Proposal.

Amendment	Number of Items
Items added	16
Removed due to Western Sydney Airport approval and item demolished or subject to demolition.	3
Removed due to State Significant Development or Part 3a approval and item demolished or subject to demolition.	3
Item removed as no longer present.	1
Item amalgamated into an existing listing.	1
Modified item name.	20
Modified item name and property address/description.	23
Modified property address and description.	7
Item moved in Schedule due to archaeology or change in suburb	4
Other	3

A total of 8 items are proposed to be removed, equal to 7% of the total number of heritage items currently listed, however an additional 16 or 15% are proposed to be added to the list.

Inclusion of new Heritage Items

Between 2015 and 2017, Council staff worked with the Heritage Advisory Committee to identify and assess properties for potential heritage listing as a part of the Potential Heritage Items Study presented to Council in June 2017. This study identified the following potential items for listing:

· 113 Atkinson Street, Liverpool;

· 1432 The Northern Road, Bringelly;

· 166 Longstaff Avenue, Chipping Norton;

· 935-955 Fifteenth Avenue, Kemps Creek;

· 12 Moorebank Avenue, Moorebank;

· 44 South Pacific Avenue, Mount Pritchard;

· 10 Hoxton Park Road, Liverpool;

· 59 Scott Street, Liverpool;

· 26 Kennedy Street, Liverpool;

· John Edmondson V.C. Memorial Clock, 166-170 George Street, Liverpool;

· 136 Hill Road, Lurnea;

· Rosedale Park, 16 Stroud Avenue, Warwick Farm; and

· Water Cistern, 30 Skipton Lane, Prestons.

These items have been included in this Planning Proposal and represent a strong cross section of the history and heritage of Liverpool from the mid to late Victorian period until the Post-War or 1960s/70s modern period.

Justifications for each listing is provided in Appendix C of the Planning Proposal as well as Appendix A which is the Potential Heritage Items Study presented to Council in June 2017. Both documents have been attached to this Council report.

Section 170 State Heritage Register

Under Section 170 of the Heritage Act 1977, an agency or body of the NSW Government, including universities, is required to establish and maintain register of Heritage assets owned or managed by that agency or body.

These Government agency registers typically include items identified by the Local Government Authority, but also other assets that were identified by the agency or bodies own heritage experts as being of heritage significance.

As a part of the review of Schedule 5, the following items were identified on the Sydney Water Section 170 Heritage Conservation Register:

· Hoxton Park Water Pumping Station, Lot 1 Cowpasture Road, Cecil Hills;

· Liverpool (Mount Misery) Reservoir (WS-0061), 2 North Liverpool Road, Heckenberg; and

· Liverpool Sewage Treatment Plant, 32 Scrivener and 1 Shore Street, Warwick Farm.

These items are key indicators of the establishment and growth of Liverpool through the provision and expansion of utility infrastructure. As such, they have a strong historical association to Liverpool and have therefore been assessed as being of heritage significance and worthy of inclusion in Schedule 5 of Liverpool LEP 2008.

Removal of Heritage Items

The comprehensive review of Schedule 5 of LLEP 2008 identified 8 existing heritage items that were the subject of Part 3A Development or State Significant Development approvals. The items were approved for demolition, with photographical archival recordings to be taken.

The items identified include the following impacted by the Western Sydney Airport:

· St John’s Anglican Church Group, Pitt Street, Badgery’s Creek;

· Badgery’s Creek Public School, Corner of Pitt Street and Badgery’s Creek Road, Bringelly; and

· Vicary’s Winery Group, The Northern Road, Luddenham.

The following items were demolished or removed as a part of a State Significant Development or Part 3A development approvals:

· Remnants of former sandstone cottage (“Benera”), 5-35 Yarrunga Road, Prestons; (Prestons Industrial Park);

· Ingleburn Village site and lecture hall building (Nissen hut), Campbelltown Road, Ingelburn(Edmondson Park); and

· Defence National Storage and Distribution Centre, Moorebank Avenue, Moorebank (Moorebank Intermodal).

The following items have been removed as they have been assessed as no longer having any heritage significance:

· Avenue of trees, Riverside Park, Riverside Road, Chipping Norton;

· The Avenue of trees at Riverside Park were listed as a rare example of pine plantings. However, there are no longer any pine plantings along Riverside Park.

· Row of 3 palm trees, Macquarie Street, Liverpool.

The Row of 3 palm trees were listed due to a potential historical connection to the Former School of Arts. However, evidence suggests they were planted Post World War II and have limited historical connection to the building.

As these items have already been demolished, or are in the process of being demolished under their respective approvals, the removal of the items from Schedule 5 is considered appropriate for this LEP amendment.

Amendment to Existing Items

The comprehensive review identified a number of errors and issues within the existing register, these included:

· The wrong property having been identified;

· Changes in Lot and Deposited Plan numbers due to subdivision or transfer between new and old title systems; and

· Poorly described or identified items.

Approximately 55 amendments are proposed that will address the issues identified and are aimed primarily at improving the integrity and accuracy of the schedule.

Examples of the proposed amendments include:

· Hammondville Home for Senior Citizens – the original listing identified Judd Avenue as the primary site for the listing, however due to developments over the last few years the Judd Avenue site is primarily new development, while the original or heritage section is located at 68/82 Stewart Avenue. As such, the listing has been amended to identify the Stewart Avenue site and not the Judd Avenue;

· Brown memorial and Water Trough – this monument has been relocated as a result of roadworks to Bringelly Road and the restoration works to the monument. The monument is now located in W.V. Scott Memorial Park and the listing has transferred to this site;

· Obelisk, milestone, Discovery Park and Collingwood Heritage Precinct – the description of this listing has been amended to remove the Obelisk which is now located at Bigge Park and has been included under that listing;

· Australian Army Engineers Group, including RAE Memorial Chapel, RAE Monument, Major General Sir Clive Steele Memorial Gates and Cust Hut – this item was modified to reduce the item to the former Australian Army Engineers fire station, now Liverpool Fire Station as a result of the demolition of the majority of the Australian Army Engineers Group due to the Intermodal development.

Administrative and Structural Amendments

Two administrative amendments are involved in this planning proposal and they are focused on modifying the part titles within Schedule 5 and the re-numbering of the heritage items. These have no overall impact on the listings and are primarily administrative. The intent is to clean up the schedule in response to the number of other amendments being undertaken under this planning proposal.

Impacts of Amendments

The social and economic impact of the proposed amendments were considered in the preparation of this planning proposal and the finalisation of the study for the potential heritage items.

The economic and financial impacts of heritage listing are a key consideration as to whether an object or building should be listed. Research has been undertaken into the economic and financial implications of heritage listing, with the most recent being a report prepared by Urbis Consulting in 2011, for Gold Coast Council.

The report states that if the underlying highest and best use of a property is greater than the property’s current use, the property’s value may be affected by a heritage listing, however where the zoning is compatible with the current building stock, there will be no impact. It also acknowledged that there are a number of other factors that will contribute more to the variation of property value than heritage listing, these include:

· location and condition of the property;

· its inherent features;

· upkeep and maintenance;

· prevailing market conditions; and

· its underlying highest and best use.

When considering the potential items included for listing, 2 are located within RU4 Primary Production Small Lot zone, 5 are within R2 Low Density Residential zone and 1 is within the RE1 Public Recreation zone. These properties are considered to be at the full extent of development in relation to what would be allowed under the zoning, and as such the impact of the proposed heritage listing on the value of the property is likely to be minimal.

In relation to the remaining five 5 properties, 3 are zoned R3 Medium Density Residential and 2 are zoned B3 Commercial Core. The sites are constrained by size and surrounding development, and would subsequently be unable to develop individually and would be required to amalgamate with adjacent lots in order to achieve the full allocated development under the zoning. Therefore, in the case of these lots, it is considered that there are a number of other more prominent variables that would impact on the value of the property before the heritage affectation.

In terms of social impact, heritage and subsequently the listing of a heritage item is considered to be a public benefit or social benefit. The retention and protection of items which have identified heritage values is recognised as being important to a community’s understanding of place and of their own identity.

The items proposed to be listed, and the existing items, are all representative of key aspects in the heritage of Liverpool, from the early years of settlement, through the key growth phases of the mid 1800s and mid to late 1900s and the specific elements of the identity of Liverpool such as the early pioneers and the military history of the area.

Residents of Liverpool strongly relate to these current and proposed items, and use the associated histories as a means to understand the past and the present. The loss of any potential or current item can have detrimental impacts to the understanding of the history of the area and subsequently the identity of the people.

The proposed items are considered to be critical in adding further evidence to the story of Liverpool and its community, which would subsequently bolster the identity of people within the area, and therefore generating a public and consequently social benefit.

Mitigation of Impacts

It is acknowledged that there are always concerns when it comes to the listing of private properties on a heritage register, be it locally or at the State level. There are also concerns within the community when heritage items are removed from a register. In the case of the items identified for removal in this Planning Proposal, photographic archival recordings have already been prepared or are in the process of being prepared and will be available to the public to view, however, as demolition of these items have been approved through State Significant Development or Infrastructure approvals, there is no alternative to preserve these items.

In terms of the impacts of listing a private property on a heritage register, there are a number of potential incentives and mitigation measures that Council could consider that would lessen the burden and assist property owners in managing their properties. Council has already implemented a number of measures, but there is the potential for additional measures subject to Council approval.

Current measures:

Under Clause 5.10 of LLEP 2008 Council can approve the use of a heritage item for a use which may normally be prohibited where it can be demonstrated that it would support the conservation and restoration of a heritage item. This typically allows for heritage items to be used for commercial uses such as medical centres, legal practices, child care centres or similar. The intent is that the use would provide the owner with a sufficient financial return that would support the long term conservation and upkeep of the item.

Also under Clause 5.10, exemptions can be given to owners of heritage buildings for maintenance and minor works (including works that may normally be exempt under State Environmental Planning Policy Exempt and Complying Development Codes 2008. This would require the submission of information to Council’s Heritage Officer, who would review the proposal and either grant the exemption or require a development application to be submitted. Council is currently creating an online portal through Council’s existing E-Planning portal that will improve the ability for heritage property owners to seek an exemption, and all requests for exemption would be determined within 7 days of receipt.

Future potential mitigation measures:

· Local Heritage Grants Scheme – Council has previously endorsed an investigation into the establishment of a local grants which is currently under consideration.

· Heritage Advisory Program – Council may choose to engage the services of an experience heritage architect who would then be able to provide free conservation and maintenance advice to owners of heritage items within Liverpool. This measure is available across a number of councils and would complement the existing services of Council’s Heritage Officer.

· Transfer of Development Rights – this is a measure which is currently implemented by the City of Sydney and under consideration by City of Parramatta. The measure involves the allocation of “heritage floor space” to an owner of a heritage item, who has undertaken DA approved heritage conservation works. The “heritage floor space” is allocated based on a pre-determined formula. This floor space can then be sold at market price to a developer who may require this to achieve a particular floor space ratio on another site within the CBD.

These measures would require further investigation and consideration by Council, including an assessment of the opportunities and constraints of each measure. The grants scheme and advisory program could be further investigated, but a measure such as Transfer of Development Rights would only be considered as a part of a comprehensive review of LLEP 2008 and the preparation of a new Local Environmental Plan.

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	There are no civic leadership and governance considerations.
Legislative	Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

ATTACHMENTS

1. Planning Proposal - Amendment Schedule 5 Liverpool LEP 2008.⇨ (Under separate cover)

2. Heritage Study - Potential Heritage Items Recommended for Listing - Appendix A.⇨ (Under separate cover)

3. Amended Schedule 5 Environmental heritage - showing track changes - Appendix C.⇨ (Under separate cover)

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City Economy and Growth Report

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Draft Tourism & Events Committee Charter

Strategic Direction	Generating Opportunity Attract businesses for economic growth and employment opportunities
File Ref	317586.2017
Report By	Vi Girgis - Senior Officer City Precinct
Approved By	Julie Scott - Manager Economic Development

Executive Summary

At the Ordinary Council Meeting of 25 October 2017, Council item DPG 03 resolved to bring forth a report in December 2017 for endorsement of members to the Tourism and Events Committee.

This report includes the updated draft Tourism and Events Committee Charter aligned with Our Home Liverpool 2027

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Endorse the draft Tourism and Events Committee Charter; and

2. Elect three Councillor representatives to the Tourism and Events Committee.

REPORT

At the Ordinary Council Meeting of 30 August 2017, Council item DPG 02 resolved to:

1. Receive and note the findings outlined in the Tourism Report presented.

2. Adopt the option of Council participation in Western Sydney Business Connection’s Western Sydney Visitor Strategy.

3. Reinstate the Tourism and Events Committee and its Charter and be ready for commencement in November 2017.

4. Look into the option of Liverpool City Council’s Destination Management Plan from Council’s Tourism Report as a stand-alone time on the Tourism and Events Committee agenda.

5. Develop a What’s On in Liverpool website to set out events in Liverpool.

6. That the Tourism and Events Committee review all of these issues and report back to Council.

A full draft Tourism and Events Committee Charter is attached with this report. The following outlines the key points of the Charter:

Purpose

The Committee has been established to:

(a) Provide relevant advice and recommendations to Council staff which relate to the local economic development of the visitor economy in the Liverpool LGA, including recreation, tourism and major events;

(b) Enhance tourism, encourage business growth, attract visitors and boost economic development in the Liverpool LGA;

(c) Monitor major events that may occur in the Liverpool LGA and to advise any concerns that may arise in relation to these events;

(d) Identify/capitalise on existing and potential tourism opportunities with local stakeholders and partners; and

(e) Unite relevant stakeholders to advocate for improvements to the LGA to meet needs arising from the increase in the local visitor economy, projected to result from major capital works currently taking place within Liverpool.

Functions

The functions of the Committee are to:

(a) Participate actively in the development and implementation of Council’s Destination Management Plan and Events Strategy;

(b) Create, seek and lobby for opportunities in the tourism sector that can provide an economic benefit to Liverpool;

(d) Report recommendations to Council for decisions to be made against Council’s overall strategic directions.

Outcomes

The Committee will achieve the following outcomes:

(a) Provide a platform for the improvement of the visitor economy within Liverpool by establishing a streamlined, transparent, consistent and effective approach to monitoring and advising on tourism and major events in the Liverpool LGA, with the desired outcome of increasing activity in this space;

(b) Identify opportunities for community organisations, local businesses and experts to collaborate towards improving Liverpool’s visitor economy; and

A confidential report is included in this Council Meeting Agenda which presents recommendations for community representation, for Council’s endorsement.

The first Tourism and Events Committee meeting will be held in early February, with the Mayor as Chairperson of the Committee.

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). Potential cost implications related to resourcing staff to run the Committee and undertake any actions arising.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	There are no social and cultural considerations.
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. Tourism and Events Committee Charter

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City Economy and Growth Report

DPG 04

Draft CBD Committee Charter

Strategic Direction	Generating Opportunity Attract businesses for economic growth and employment opportunities
File Ref	318921.2017
Report By	Vi Girgis - Senior Officer City Precinct
Approved By	Julie Scott - Manager Economic Development

Executive Summary

At the Ordinary Council Meeting of 26 July 2017, Council QWN 01 resolved to 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.

The report herein includes a draft CBD Committee Charter aligned with Our Home, Liverpool 2017.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Endorse the draft CBD Committee Charter; and

2. Elect three Councillor representatives to the CBD Committee.

REPORT

At the Ordinary Council Meeting of 26 July 2017, Council item QWN 01 resolved to:

1. 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.

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

A full draft of the CBD Committee Charter is attached with this report. The following outlines the key points of the Charter:

Purpose

The Committee has been established to provide relevant advice and recommendations to Council relating to:

(a) The development and delivery of a City Centre Activation Strategy

(b) Matters and initiatives relating to the operational success of the CBD as a commercial centre; and

Functions

The functions of the Committee are to:

(a) Raise local economic, social and cultural development issues and make recommendations for solutions and actions;

(b) Advise on the development and implementation of the City Centre Activation Strategy; and

Outcomes

The Committee will achieve the following outcomes:

(a) Successful development and implementation of the City Centre Activation Strategy;

(b) Improvements to the operational success of the CBD as a commercial centre;

(d) Achievement of urban, business and community renewal of the Liverpool CBD.

A confidential report is included in this Council Meeting Agenda which presents recommendations for community representation, for Council’s endorsement.

The first CBD Committee meeting will be held in early February, with the Mayor as Chairperson of the Committee.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Further develop a commercial centre that accommodates a variety of employment opportunities. Encourage and promote businesses to develop in the hospital, health and medical precinct (of the City Centre). 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).
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. Facilitate the development of community leaders. Encourage the community to engage in Council initiatives and actions. 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	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Draft CBD Committee Charter

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City Economy and Growth Report

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Liverpool Design Excellence Panel

Strategic Direction	Strengthening and Protecting our Environment Exercise planning controls to create high-quality, inclusive urban environments
File Ref	323792.2017
Report By	Lina Kakish - Manager Development Assessment
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Executive Summary

The Design Excellence Panel (DEP) was established by Liverpool City Council to examine and evaluate design aspects of proposed major development such as residential flat buildings.

Since its establishment, the DEP convenes on a monthly basis and has been instrumental in providing expert advice on development applications.

The primary function of the DEP is to provide Council officers and applicants with high level independent expert advice on urban design, architecture, landscape architecture and sustainability. The advice seeks to inform the assessment of development applications with a view to promoting the delivery of highest quality urban design, architecture, and sustainable and inclusive design for Liverpool’s buildings and public spaces.

This report seeks Council’s endorsement to the proposed changes made to the attached DEP Charter and Procedure and to seek expressions of interest (by invitation only) from suitably qualified industry representatives to become members of the Liverpool DEP for a two year period.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Endorse minor amendments to the Design Excellence Panel Charter and Procedure attached;

2. Seek expressions of interest from suitably qualified industry representatives to become members of Liverpool Design Excellence Panel for a two year period; and

3. Receive a further report to assess the expressions of interest received and endorse the Panel members.

REPORT

Existing DEP and Proposed Changes to the Charter and Procedure

By way of background, Council at its meeting on 24 March 2015 resolved to:

1. Endorse the draft Design Excellence Panel Charter and Procedure attached to this report.

2. Seek expressions of interest from suitably qualified industry representatives to become members of Liverpool Design Excellence Panel for a two year period.

3. Receive a further report to assess the expressions of interest received and endorse the Panel members.

The current DEP members have been providing advice to Council since 2015.

The DEP are an experienced panel established in accordance with the requirements of the State Environmental Planning Policy No. 65 (SEPP 65) which details the requirements for such a Panel. The Panel consists of a chairperson who is a member from the Government Architect’s Office and at least two other members who will be expert architects, landscape architects and urban designers highly regarded in their fields.

The purpose of the DEP is to provide expert advice on development applications, planning proposals or policies relating to major commercial and residential development within the Liverpool Local Government Area early in the design process and where possible, prior to the lodgment of a relevant development application.

The DEP contributes to the understanding of design quality for Council officers and the public which will improve the achievement of design quality principles for development.

The attached DEP Charter and Procedure establishes the purpose, terms and conditions of office and procedures for the Liverpool DEP. Council endorsement is sought for minor changes to the DEP Charter and Procedure as shown in bold and strikeout below:

· Amending the scope to require the following development to be referred to the DEP:

(a) All residential flat buildings;

(b) Medium density developments of thirty (30) units or more;

(d) New buildings or major extensions to existing development within commercial zones (being B1, B2, B3, B4 and B5 zones);

(e) Any development which has an interface with significant public space or items of heritage significance; and

(f) Any development deemed by the Manager Development Assessment to have a potentially significant impact on the amenity of the locality or region.

~~(g)~~ ~~New building for places of public worship; and~~

~~(h)~~ Any development for a new building or major extensions to existing development (except for low density residential development) adjacent to the Georges River or environmentally sensitive land or vegetation.

· Include the profession of Landscape Architecture as an area for expertise for a Panel member.

· Have a Panel of three members rather than four.

CONCLUSION

It is recommended that the attached DEP Charter and Procedure be endorsed and Council proceed with seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified industry representatives for membership of Liverpool City Council’s DEP.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Enhance the environmental performance of buildings and homes.
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 & Assessment Act 1979 State Environment Planning Policy No.65

ATTACHMENTS

1. Draft Liverpool Design Excellence Panel Charter and Procedure ⇩

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City Economy and Growth Report

DPG 07

Development and Subdivision of Land Policy

Strategic Direction	Strengthening and Protecting our Environment Exercise planning controls to create high-quality, inclusive urban environments
File Ref	327086.2017
Report By	Peta Kinnane - Coordinator Planning, Policy and Process
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Executive Summary

The purpose of the report is to recommend adoption of the revised Development and Subdivision of Land Policy as a Council Policy. The objective of this policy is to provide for the needs of future users of the land in respect to building requirements, vehicular and pedestrian access, provision of services and the appropriate amenity to the zoning of the land. This policy also provides for an equitable and efficient distribution of public amenities and services consistent with community standards and needs.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Adopt the revised Development and Subdivision of Land policy included as Attachment 1 to the report as a Council Policy; and

2. Include the Development and Subdivision of Land policy on Council’s Policy Register and website.

REPORT

Council at its meeting of 25 October 2004 resolved to adopt new guidelines for the development and subdivision of land. The guidelines were initially established to provide guidance for the delivery of functional, attractive and safe environments for residents, consistent with community standards and needs.

Other objectives were to minimise any adverse effects on the natural environment and provide for the needs of future users of the land in respect to building requirements, vehicular and pedestrian access, the provision of services and the general amenity appropriate to the zoning of the land.

The revised guideline has now been renamed to a policy document and has been updated to ensure Council has a functioning mechanism in place to enable guidance to Council officers and the community (developers) in the roles and responsibilities when lodging, assessing, timing, drawing specifications and inspection requirements. Council’s adopted standards for policies and procedures outlines best practices and ensures consistent formatting with council resolved policies.

As part of this review, various other local government agencies were consulted to obtain an understanding of current best practice processes. This revised policy, included as Attachment 1, has been developed to implement development assessment and linen plan checklists of the relevant assessments.

An example template setting out the compilation of drawings and roadworks plans as a tool for consistency and to improve quality drawings of subdivisions in guiding better street designs has been introduced into the revised policy. The policy also includes a fact sheet to assist the community in understanding the steps involved when developing and subdividing land within the Liverpool LGA.

Other improvements incorporated into the revised policy include a table of contents for ease of navigation for readers, an up to date definition list, and implementation of council’s consideration processes.

Please note, Council’s Development Control Plans (DCPs) provide the detailed planning and design guidelines for street configuration, street layout, the size of the streets when assessing subdivision applications. There are currently three DCPs-

- Liverpool Development Control Plan 2008

- Edmondson Park South Development Control Plan 2012 and

- Liverpool Growth Centre Precincts Development Control Plan.

The DCPs must provide for detailed urban design controls for development of sites and measurements appropriate to traffic management facilities and parking.

The State Environmental Planning Policy (Sydney Region Growth Centres) 2006 contains indicative layout plans which are a major influencer of the street design within these precincts.

Liverpool City Council’s construction and design specifications and the AusRoads design guidelines also detail the requirements for street configuration.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Enhance the environmental performance of buildings and homes.
Environment	Manage the environmental health of waterways. Manage air, water, noise and chemical pollution. Enhance the environmental performance of buildings and homes. Protect, enhance and maintain areas of endangered ecological communities and high quality bushland as part of an attractive mix of land uses. Raise community awareness and support action in relation to environmental issues.
Social	Preserve and maintain heritage, both landscape and cultural as urban development takes place.
Civic Leadership	Act as an environmental leader in the community. Undertake communication practices with the community and stakeholders across a range of media. Foster neighbourhood pride and a sense of responsibility. Encourage the community to engage in Council initiatives and actions. 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	Local Environmental Plans (LEPs); Section 94 Contribution Plans; and Development Control Plans (DCPs).

ATTACHMENTS

1. Draft Development & Subdivision of Land Policy ⇨ (Under separate cover)

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Chief Executive Officer Report

CEO 01

Floodplain Management Association Conference

Strategic Direction	Strengthening and Protecting our Environment Protect and enhance bushland, rivers and the visual landscape
File Ref	322686.2017
Report By	George Georgakis - Manager Council and Executive Services
Approved By	Kiersten Fishburn - Chief Executive Officer

Executive Summary

The purpose of this report is to advise Council of the Floodplain Management Association Conference to be held in the Gold Coast, Queensland from 29 May to 1 June 2018.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes the program information of the Floodplain Management Conference to be held from 29 May to 1 June 2018 and nominates its delegates to attend.

REPORT

The Floodplain Management Association (FMA) was established to promote sound and responsible floodplain management and to make representations on behalf of Local Government at State and Federal levels. The FMA is accepted by government agencies as representing the interests of floodplain communities and those authorities responsible for managing the floodplains to reduce future flood losses.

The FMA Conference has been held annually for over 50 years and is the most respected flood risk management event held in Australia.

The theme for next year’s conference is “Waterways of Success: Developing flood resilience in our communities”, with focus on Australian and international achievements in flood risk management, with practical examples from the Gold Coast’s network of waterways, rivers, creeks, lakes, canals and coastline.

The conference will attract over 350 practitioners involved in floodplain risk management. Attendees will include Commonwealth, State and Local Government representatives, research organisations and education providers, as well as consultants, engineers, land-use planners, emergency responders and community volunteer organisations.

The conference commences on 30 May 2018 with a pre-conference workshop to be held on 29 May 2018 for interested delegates.

Liverpool City Council, as a member of the Floodplain Management Association, is entitled to two voting delegates.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	The estimated cost per representative for attending the Conference is as follows: - Accommodation; Approximately $185 per night per delegate x 4 nights = $740 per delegate; - Registration; $1,050 per delegate; and - Airfare; Approximately $178 return per delegate. Total estimated cost per delegate = $1,968.
Environment	Manage the environmental health of waterways. Manage air, water, noise and chemical pollution.
Social	There are no social and cultural considerations.
Civic Leadership	Act as an environmental leader in the community. Provide information about Council’s services, roles and decision making processes. Actively advocate for federal and state government support, funding and services.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Conference Registration Form

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Chief Executive Officer Report

CEO 02

Annual Code of Conduct Complaints Report

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Strive for best practice in all Council processes
File Ref	318132.2017
Report By	David Maguire – Internal Ombudsman/ Complaints Coordinator
Approved By	Kiersten Fishburn - Chief Executive Officer

Executive Summary

Council adopted its current Code of Conduct and Code of Conduct Procedures (the Procedures) on 29 July 2015. Under part 12 of the Procedures, the Complaints Coordinator must report on a range of Code complaints statistics to Council and the Office of Local Government (the OLG) within the three months of the end of September each year. The OLG publishes details of complaints statistics provided by all NSW councils in an annual report to the NSW Parliament.

Four Code of Conduct complaints relating to Councillors were received by Council, assessed and finalised during the 12 months prior to 30 September 2016. Two complaints referred to the Office of Local Government, have not yet been finalised.

It is recommended that Council note this report and the attached Code of Conduct Complaints Statistics Report, recently submitted to the OLG.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council note this report and the attached Complaints Statistics Report, submitted to the Office of Local Government.

REPORT

Council adopted its current Code and Procedures, based on the Model Code and the Model Procedures, on 29 July 2015. Clause 12 of the Procedures states:

12.1 The Complaints Coordinator must arrange for the following statistics to be reported to Council within three months of the end of September of each year:

a) The total number of Code of Conduct complaints made about Councillors and the CEO under the code of conduct in the year to September;

b) The number of Code of Conduct complaints referred to a conduct reviewer;

c) The number of Code of Conduct complaints finalised by a conduct reviewer at the preliminary assessment stage and the outcome of those complaints;

d) The number of Code of Conduct complaints investigated by a conduct reviewer;

e) The number of Code of Conduct complaints investigated by a conduct review committee;

f) Without identifying particular matters the outcome of Code of Conduct complaints investigated by a conduct reviewer or conduct review committee under these Procedures;

g) The number of matters reviewed by the OLG and, without identifying particular matters, the outcome of the reviews; and

h) The total cost of dealing with Code of Conduct complaints made about Councillors and the CEO in the year to September, including staff costs.

12.2 The Council is to provide the OLG with a report containing the statistics referred to in clause 12.1 within 3 months of the end of September of each year.

Council received six Code of Conduct complaints against Councillors during the past 12 months. Three complaints were resolved by the CEO through alternative means under clause 5.18 of the Procedures.

Three complaints were referred to the OLG under clause 5.16 of the Procedures. One complaint was finalised by the OLG. Two complaints are awaiting finalisation by the OLG

The total cost to Council in dealing with all complaints during the reporting period (1October 2016 - 30 September 2017) was $2,000, which represented the cost to Council in terms of staff time involved in dealing with these complaints. (The services of conduct reviewers were not required.)

Council’s Internal Ombudsman acts as Council’s Complaints Coordinator under clause 3.12 of the Procedures.

The attached Code of Conduct Complaints Statistics Report, prepared for the OLG, provides a summary of complaints. It should be noted that, apart from this report to Council and the attached Complaints Statistics Report for the OLG, part 13 of the Procedures requires that information about Code of Conduct complaints and their investigation and management is not to be publicly disclosed.

It is noted that the OLG is currently undertaking consultation with NSW councils in relation to new draft versions of the Model Code of Conduct and Model Procedures. Once the OLG issues the new Model Code of Conduct and Model Procedures (perhaps early in 2018), a report will be prepared for Council seeking their adoption by Council in place of the current Code of Conduct and Procedures.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	There are financial considerations in terms of staff time used in dealing with these complaints.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	There are no social and cultural considerations.
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	Local Government Act 1993, sections 440 and 440AA

ATTACHMENTS

1. Code of Conduct Complaints Report Liverpool City Council 2016-2017 ⇩

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City Community and Culture Report

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Public Arts Policy

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Create a dynamic, inclusive environment, including programs to support healthy living
File Ref	321715.2017
Report By	Craig Donarski - Director Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre
Approved By	Dr Eddie Jackson - Director City Community and Culture

Executive Summary

The Public Arts Policy, presented with this report, will provide the framework for strategies and processes associated with delivering Liverpool City Council’s Public Arts Program. It defines Council’s role and commitment to the development of a dynamic public art program to meet the cultural needs of a growing city.

This policy aims to be robust, without being too prescriptive, to allow for future aspirations, flexibility for industry advances, and be adaptive to artistic innovation. The development of dynamic public art will enable the Liverpool community to create new narratives, increase participation with contemporary art practice, develop a sense of place and civic pride, provide safety, amenity and address issues of sustainability. It is recommended that Council endorse the Public Arts Policy for public exhibition.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receive and note this report; and

2. Endorse the Public Art Policy for public exhibition.

REPORT

One of Council’s core business activities is to present and produce innovative, creative and cultural programs. Council aims to make Liverpool LGA and the Georges River Cultural Corridor a destination of choice for Sydney’s South West audiences to participate in arts, heritage and historical, cultural and leisure experiences. It is the intention of this policy to clarify and articulate the priorities for the ongoing Public Arts program, supporting Liverpool’s wider transformation into a cultural destination. All of Council’s cultural programming is developed with a community development ethos and partnership model. In highlighting Council’s commitment to the arts, the outcomes delivered genuinely speak to and with the community, with Council an active participant in the cultural landscape. The objectives within the presented policy have been developed to reflect the Our Home, Liverpool 2027 Community Strategic Plan and the Draft Cultural Strategy, 2017.

Given the growth in population and planned development across the Liverpool LGA, there is a clear need for Council to develop a policy that guides the development, artistic innovation, and promotion of public art. Without an adopted policy, Council would be adversely limited in their ability to produce and maintain innovative public art that has an enduring impact on the cultural and social fabric of Liverpool. It is the intention of the policy to form the foundation on which the Public Art Strategy and other related cultural policies will be formed.

The policy aims to promote best models of practice for commissioning programs and preserving existing public art. This policy presents an opportunity for council to be strategic and innovative in further nurturing Liverpool’s reputation as a cultural destination. It is recommended that Council endorse the policy for public exhibition.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Facilitate economic development. Facilitate the development of new tourism based on local attractions, culture and creative industries.
Environment	Raise community awareness and support action in relation to environmental issues. There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Provide cultural centers and activities for the enjoyment of the arts. 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.
Legislative	Local Government Act 1993

ATTACHMENTS

1. Public Arts Policy 2017 ⇩

2. Appendix A: Definitions of Public Art

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City Community and Culture Report

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Grants, Donations and Corporate Sponsorship

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Implement access and equity for all members of the community
File Ref	317518.2017
Report By	Galavizh Ahmadi Nia - Manager Community Development and Planning
Approved By	Dr Eddie Jackson - Director City Community and 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 grants, donations, and sponsorships to individuals and groups to develop leadership skills, increase participation in community activities and address identified social issues.

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

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Endorses the funding recommendation for a total amount of $5,000 (GST exclusive) under the Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program for the following project:

Applicant	Project	Amount Recommended
Western Sydney Community Forum	ZEST Community Awards	$5,000

2. Endorses the funding recommendation for a total amount of $14,836 (GST exclusive) under the Matching Grants Program for the following project:

Applicant	Project	Amount Recommended
Moorebank Heritage Group Inc.	Peace comes to Liverpool	$14,836

REPORT

Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program

The Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program received an application from the Western Sydney Community Forum. The application is recommended for funding as outlined below.

Applicant	Western Sydney Community Forum		Location	Sydney Olympic Park, Homebush
Organisation Status	Other Incorporated Entity
Project Name	ZEST Community Awards
Description	Objectives The ZEST Awards showcase the great work of the community sector across the region, promoting a positive image of the Greater Western Sydney region by highlighting its assets, its diversity and creativity and innovative work. This region includes Blacktown, Blue Mountains, Camden, Campbelltown, Canterbury-Bankstown, Cumberland, Fairfield, Hawkesbury, Liverpool, Parramatta, Penrith, the Hills, Wollondilly and Wingecarribee. Outcomes · Raises the profile of services in Liverpool and promotes a positive image of the Greater Western Sydney region by highlighting assets, diversity and creativity.
Beneficiaries	· 550 attendees (Liverpool proportion unknown) · Liverpool community organisations that are nominated for awards.
Amount Requested	$10,000	Amount Recommended			$5,000
Recommendation	Recommended for partial funding. The applicant has failed to meet the following criteria: · 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. Event is being held in Homebush. In the seven years of the event taking place, only 6% of nominations were from the community services sector in Liverpool, with only 10 organisations being an award recipient. It is anticipated that approximately 10% of nominations will be from the Liverpool LGA. · e) Must ensure that attendance and participation is free where corporate sponsorship is sought for a community event. The applicant will be charging an attendance fee, with nominated agencies being exempt. Council has had a strong relationship with the Western Sydney Community Forum. The ZEST Awards provides a positive platform through which Council and the community services sector are encouraged to celebrate and showcase their work. A number of Council projects and sector initiatives have been previously recognised and have been an award recipient through the ZEST Awards. Despite the fact the applicant has not met full criteria, due to demonstrated benefits and positive outcome for the Liverpool community sector, partial funding is recommended. Please note that Parramatta and Penrith Councils are the only local government sponsors of this initiative.

Should Council endorse the recommended amount of $5,000, the remaining budget for the 2017/2018 financial year will be $10,656.

Matching Grants Program

The Matching Grant Program received an application from the Moorebank Heritage Group Inc. The application is recommended for funding as outlined below.

Applicant	Moorebank Heritage Group Inc.	Location	Moorebank
Organisation Status	Incorporated charitable institution
Project Name	Peace Comes to Liverpool
Description	Objectives The project is an educational and awareness raising program to commemorate the Centenary of Armistice Day. The project will be delivered in two stages: · Stage 1: A lead-up event with publications and distribution of information booklets and bus tours of the Australian Army Museum of Military Engineering, Holsworthy Barracks and Old Holdsworthy with a potential tourism focus. · Stage 2: An exhibition period at the Liverpool Regional Museum including a number of events in the lead up to the Centenary Commemoration of Armistice Day on 11 November 2018. Outcomes · Students and residents have an awareness, interpretation and knowledge of, and participation in, the history and significance of the Liverpool Field Training Area (LFTA) and the role it and Liverpool played in the World War 1 (WW1) efforts. · The local and broader communities have an opportunity to be involved in the commemoration of the Centenary of Armistice Day. · Acknowledge and commemorate the lives of those who died while in the Liverpool Army Camp and the Old Holsworthy Internment Camp. · Make a valuable contribution to the ongoing commemorations of the 100th anniversary of WW1. · Provide opportunities to foster community partnerships and a sense of place and identity. · Increase the number of visitations to the Liverpool Regional Museum and to Liverpool through providing exhibition and public art programs. Practical outcomes including publication and installation outcomes: · Hosting a Centenary Commemoration of Armistice Day. · Hosting bus tours, talks, and workshops. · Publication of a book on the LFTA. · Publication of an information brochure on the LFTA and a walking and cycling brochure. · o Installing a small monument commemorating those who died whilst at the LFTA during WW1.
Beneficiaries	· More than 2,500 Liverpool residents · 300 students · Local schools, history teachers, young people, civilian families and service personnel
Amount Requested	$14,836	Amount Recommended	$14,836
Recommendation	Recommended for funding - the project is aligned with outcomes Council aims to achieve through the Community Strategic Plan (Direction 1- Creating Connections). The applicant demonstrates the project reach to be a large and diverse audience, and the importance of sharing local history with new generations including newly arrived refugees and migrants that have settled in Liverpool. The project aligns with the following two funding program priorities: · Arts - projects that link community to art, or works to increase the participation of residents in art based programs/projects · Social capacity building - a community event or community-based capacity building project

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program A budget allocation of $100,000 was adopted by Council in its 2017/2018 Operational Plan for Council’s Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program. There is currently $15,656 remaining for the 2017/18 financial year. Should Council endorse the recommended amount of $5,000 the remaining budget for the 2017/2018 financial year will be $10,656. Matching Grants Program A budget allocation of $200,000 was adopted by Council in its 2017/2018 Operational Plan for Council’s Matching Grants Program. There is currently $170,550 remaining in the budget. Should Council endorse the recommended amount of $14,836, the remaining budget for the 2017/2018 financial year will be $155,714.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver services.
Civic Leadership	There are no civic leadership and governance considerations.
Legislative	Local Government Act 1993 - s356.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Policy ⇨ (Under separate cover)

2. Grants and Donations Policy ⇨ (Under separate cover)

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City Community and Culture Report

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Draft Cultural Strategy

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Create a dynamic, inclusive environment, including programs to support healthy living
File Ref	336072.2017
Report By	Dany Ngov - Policy and Projects Officer
Approved By	Dr Eddie Jackson - Director City Community and Culture

Executive Summary

The Draft Cultural Strategy, (attached under separate cover) is Council’s four-year plan to develop a thriving creative culture. It defines Council’s role and commitment to meeting the cultural needs of a growing city.

At the 25 October Council meeting, Council endorsed the Draft Cultural Strategy for public exhibition.

Community feedback was sought through a number of channels that included an online consultation on Liverpool Listens. At the close of the public exhibition period on 22 November a total of 33 submissions was received. Community feedback was reviewed and relevant feedback was subsequently incorporated into the Strategy.

This report recommends that Council adopt the Draft Cultural Strategy.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council adopt the Draft Cultural Strategy.

REPORT

Council recognises the value that arts and culture make to the vibrancy of the city and to its community. It is the intent of the Strategy to support and develop a thriving creative culture. The Strategy provides a platform to articulate priorities in the arts and cultural sphere that will transform Liverpool into a vibrant and engaging city, characterised by captivating and inspiring activities for all residents and visitors to enjoy.

The Draft Cultural Strategy was on public exhibition from 26 October to 22 November 2017. During this period community feedback was sought through a number of channels including: a public notice placed on the Council website and social media channels, distributed through Council’s community e-groups, hard copies placed at the Liverpool City Library, Customer Contact Centre and distributed at District Forums.

Liverpool Listens, Council’s online community engagement platform was also used to conduct a survey on the community’s use of Council’s arts and cultural facilities and to seek feedback on the draft Strategy. At the end of the public exhbition period, a total of 33 submissions were received.

The survey asked questions about:

· Which of Council’s arts and cultural facilities had been used, what they liked about their experience and whether anything could be improved.

· Whether the existing facilities met their needs and the types of facilities Liverpool needed.

· Whether the Strategy captured the challenges associated with meeting the cultural needs of a rapidly growing population and whether it could be improved.

A summary of the community feedback received is outlined below.

· All respondents to the survey had been to at least one of Council’s arts and cultural facilities – the top three facilities were libraries, Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre and major events. The most common method of finding out about cultural facilities and programs was through Council’s Facebook page.

· The main reasons cited for using arts and cultural facilities and programs were to: be entertained and stimulated, appreciate history and heritage and share experiences on a family outing.

· The majority of respondents were satisfied with their experience of using Council's cultural facilities and programs citing the activities available, entertainment and family friendliness as the top three things they liked. The most common responses to what could be done differently were food, activities available and entertainment. Other responses received related to the need for more seating, parking and shade at events and more publicity for events and other programs such as library services.

· There was a mixed response to the question of whether the cultural programs in Liverpool met their needs with only 42% saying they did because they were accessible, family-friendly and affordable. Those who responded ‘no’ said it was due to limited parking and that the program didn’t interest them. Other responses related to the desire to see more live music and activities targeted at specific age groups such as teenagers.

· The top responses to what types of arts and cultural facilities Liverpool needed were: concert venue, theatre and convention centre or exhibition hall. Some other suggestions were for more graffiti walls and botanical gardens.

· The majority of respondents (79%) thought that the Strategy captured the challenges associated with meeting the cultural needs of a rapidly growing population. Some of the suggestions to what Council could do to enhance our cultural facilities, programs and services to meet the cultural needs of the community include:

Comment	Response
· Celebrating Liverpool’s multiculturalism with a food festival to showcase the different cultures. · More activities to occur during the week, on weekends and at night. · Events for specific groups within the community but aimed at everyone from all backgrounds attending within the CBD such as NAIDOC, Diwali, Eid, Christmas and Lunar New Year. · A Christmas in July 'Yulefest' or 'Yuletide' similar to a European Christmas market. · More unique events like last years’ Liverpool Street Art Festival. · More music-specific events featuring local upcoming artists with a reasonable entry fee. · Outdoor community entertainment should be available and free every weekend for the community with outdoor cinemas, festivals and food stalls. · Something that is unique to Liverpool. · Children's events/activities. · A "European festival" in the park or centre of Liverpool combining Italian, Macedonian, Greek, Serbian, Croatian, Polish. · More events for families to participate and not just at Casula Powerhouse where they are super expensive and normal families can't take advantage of them or enjoy them. · Council to consider programs that celebrate the ‘Australian’ culture. · Create a weekend event culture with entertainment events for families and communities so that people don’t have to go elsewhere. It's time Council created a cool place in the West that the rest of Sydney is envious of. · Movies in the park. · Better transport, free parking and road improvements to get to events in and around Liverpool. · Bring back the night markets. · Social events for middle-aged - not just either end of the lifespan (youth and senior). · Diwali Lighting Competition. There are Diwali festivals and celebrations within Liverpool City Council area but no lighting competition to engage the community. Diwali is a festival of lights and having this competition will complement other festivities during the month. · I also recommend to reinstate Starry Sari Night program that was organised previously.	Will be considered in the development of Council’s Events Strategy (Action 3 under Enhance). Subject to funding. It should be noted that Council supports external community groups through Corporate Sponsorship or Community Grants and Donations to deliver events in Liverpool that celebrate specific cultures and traditions. Council continues to deliver events that are inclusive of all communities and cultures.
· Collaborate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to share stories about Liverpool’s history. · The Aboriginal community should be consulted and officially celebrated more within the community. · For Aboriginal people to have a healing centre.	Will be responded to by Action 3 under Celebrate as well as Council’s Aboriginal Reconciliation Action Plan.
· Using the river to create wildlife corridors and safe environments to walk along the river and engage in other activities.	Georges River Casula Parklands Master Plan includes the development of a boardwalk along the river.
· Improving bicycle infrastructure and promoting cycling (particularly utility cycling). · What about community tennis courts? A wall in a park where tennis can be played with one person.	Will be considered in Council’s Recreation, Sports and Open Space Strategy. Subject to funding.
· More art and cultural experiences that ordinary people can enjoy. · More film festivals like the Iraqi short film fest. · A theatre and an art gallery. · Plays and dance theatre. · Actively seek the engagement and participation of community-based cultural and arts groups and support these local initiatives such as the Fellowship of Australian Writers - Liverpool Branch. · More free programs and more advertising a lot of performances and activities at the Casula Powerhouse are expensive. More free things like the local library offer. · More for teens, for mums – Weekend ceramic and art classes at Powerhouse. · More affordable productions involving amateur actors. Reducing the cost of plays at Casula Powerhouse as it is steep in comparison to the other theatres we attend, (ie $20 as opposed to $35). · Having an art exhibition tour the region, such as 2-3 days at each library or community centres. · Ceramics, pottery or painting classes in the evenings · Environment/sustainability-related workshops and events such as upcycle your wardrobe, worm farming and composting, backyard chickens, de-cluttering, foraging for edible weeds and 'love food, hate waste'. · Neighbourhood or street exhibitions.	Will be considered in the development of the CPAC Strategy (Action 1 under Enhance). Subject to funding.
· Live screening of sporting events in Macquarie Mall such as grand finals, FIFA World Cup.	Will be considered in the development of Council’s City Activation Strategy. Subject to licensing rights (Action 6 under Generate).
· The Welcome Dinner Project. · Engaging youth community. · A mural of all the different nationalities in the area of children’s faces and their country.	Will be considered by Community Planning and Development as part of precinct development and community capacity building activities
· Asking the community to participate and share their own community and cultural diversity. · Consultation days/evenings with interest/cultural groups and communities to get their input.	Will be responded to by Action 7 under Celebrate
· Talks held at the libraries on weekends.	Will be considered in the development of Council’s Library Services Strategy (Action 2 under Enhance).
· Making Liverpool a key cultural hub. · Liverpool is growing rapidly so the cultural strategy should align with the growth and cater for different cultures and communities. Main thing is to ensure safety and security in the area so that everyone including kids can enjoy the celebrations and be part of the community rather than being hesitant and worried about their own safety.	Noted. Aligns with the intent of this Strategy.
· Focus on developing the infrastructure so Liverpool can be the new hub for concerts and shows, have great food and restaurants and accommodation for visitors.	This is a priority for Council.
· Our most valuable asset is our people and history/heritage and future so this needs to be promoted. · Make good use of heritage listed sites, and seek out to have more listed if any are left standing or even in need of repair. · Heritage building restoration and use, less 'modernisation' (that quickly dates), particularly in terms of aesthetics and a high density approach to living (attributed to poor social, mental and physical health).	Will be considered in the development of Council’s Heritage Strategy (Action 7 under Enhance).
· Live music and performing arts.	Will be responded to by Action 18 and 19 under Generate. There will be live music at Council’s Christmas in the Mall event on 2 December.
· A concert venue or theatre would bring people to the city of Liverpool and make it easy to access…we could attend programs in our own town.	Will be considered in planning for future cultural facilities and precincts.
· More accessible. I think policies and strategies need to be presented in a more engaging and concise manner for such things to be read.	A graphically designed version that is more engaging is being presented for adoption.
· It is very broad, however it is very apt and relevant as a strategy and policy statement.	It is the intent to provide broad strategic direction. Greater detail will be provided in the project plan associated with each action.
· I think the intent of the Strategy is good, but the challenges don’t appear to be well designed. It might be there and I have missed it.	‘Challenges’ section has been added and more clearly outlined in ‘Cultural Landscape’.

Demographics

Of the 33 submissions that were made, the suburb with the largest number of responses was Liverpool (21%), followed by Moorebank (12%) and then Holsworthy, Prestons and Wattle Grove (representing 9% of the submissions).

There was relatively equal representation from males and females with males representing just over half of the submissions (51%). The age distribution was 35-44 year olds (39%), 45-54 year olds (21%) and over 65 year olds (18%). By far the majority of the submissions were made by residents (94%), while others were made by workers and business owners.

Community feedback has been incorporated into the Strategy as appropriate. It is recommended that Council adopt this Strategy.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Facilitate economic development. Facilitate the development of new tourism based on local attractions, culture and creative industries.
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. Preserve and maintain heritage, both landscape and cultural as urban development takes place. Promote community harmony and address discrimination. Deliver high quality services for children and their families.
Civic Leadership	Undertake communication practices with the community and stakeholders across a range of media. Foster neighbourhood pride and a sense of responsibility. Encourage the community to engage in Council initiatives and actions. Deliver services that are customer focused.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Draft Cultural Strategy ⇨ (Under separate cover)

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City Infrastructure and Environment Report

DIEN 01

Eleventh Avenue, Austral

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Provide community facilities which are accessible to all
File Ref	315691.2017
Report By	Kevin Smith - Manager Infrastructure Delivery
Approved By	Raj Autar - Director City Infrastructure and Environment

Executive Summary

Council, at its meeting held on 25 October 2017, considered a Notice of Motion (NOM04) seeking reconstruction and widening of a section of Eleventh Avenue in Austral to urban standards. At this meeting, Council resolved that estimated costs and indicative construction program be submitted for Council consideration at its December 2017 meeting.

Following necessary investigations and preliminary designs, this report recommends that the required upgrade works be included in Council’s 2018/19 Operational Plan for delivery.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council includes the half-width road construction of Eleventh Avenue fronting Craik Park in the 2018/19 Operation Plan.

REPORT

A School has recently been established along the subject section of Eleventh Avenue, which included the reconstruction of half-width road along its full frontage. However, increased traffic associated with the School now necessitates the reconstruction and widening of the remaining half. As the remaining half-width of the subject section of Eleventh Avenue fronts Craik Park, the relevant S94 Plan provides for the required reconstruction and widening.

Following investigations and preliminary designs, the required works are estimated to cost approximately $535,000 and these works can be funded from available S94 Reserves. With regards to the delivery program, in view of the recent decision to bring forward capital works to the value of over $5 million, it is recommended that the upgrade works in Eleventh Avenue be included in Council’s 2018/19 Operational Plan with the view to undertaking the works in August 2018.

Meanwhile, interim pavement markings have been installed to address the safety concerns and to properly delineate traffic along this section of Eleventh Avenue.

BUDGET IMPLICATIONS

There is provision in S94 Reserves to fund the required road works and this will be included in the capital works budget for the 2018/19 Program Year.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	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.
Social	Improve road safety.
Civic Leadership	Foster neighbourhood pride and a sense of responsibility. Deliver services that are customer focused.
Legislative	NSW Roads Act 1993.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

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Committee Reports

CTTE 03

Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 8 November 2017

Strategic Direction	Generating Opportunity Advocate for, and develop, transport networks to create an accessible city
File Ref	324465.2017
Report By	Charles Wiafe - Service Manager Traffic and Transport
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Executive Summary

This report presents the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee (LTC) Meeting held on 8 November 2017. The Committee considered eight (8) Agenda Items, three (3) Technical Discussion Item and eight (8) General Business Items. A copy of the LTC minutes is attached.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council adopts the following recommendations in accordance with attached Minutes:

i) Item 1 - Speed, Shepherd and Atkinson Streets, Liverpool – Decommissioning of Restricted Access Vehicles Route

· Council approves the decommissioning of the existing restricted access route (heavy vehicles) along Speed Street, Shepherd Street and Atkinson Street, Liverpool.

· Council requests the Roads and Maritime Services to remove this restricted access route from their records.

ii) Item 2 - Subdivision of 1450-1489 Camden Valley Way, East Leppington – Proposed signs and linemarking scheme

· Council approves the signs and linemarking with the revised roundabout design and two ‘Give Way signs’ for the subdivision of 1450-1486 Camden Valley Way, East Leppington, as shown in Attachments 2.1 to 2.4.

· Council advises the developer of its decision.

iii) Item 3 - Cartwright Avenue, Miller – Decommissioning of Bus Stops and Bus Zones

· Council approves the decommission of the existing bus stops and bus zones along both sides of Cartwright Avenue, Miller, at the front of St. Therese Catholic Primary School, as indicated in the Attachment 3.1.

· Council advises Transit Systems to decommission the bus stops and bus zones.

· Council advises the Transport for NSW of its decision.

iv) Item 4 - Terminus Street, Liverpool – Proposed ‘No Right Turn’ restriction at its intersection with Charles Street

· Council approves ‘No Right Turn, 6-10am and 3-6pm, Mon-Fri’ on Terminus Street at its intersection with Charles Street, Liverpool, as shown in the Attachment 4.1.

· Council assesses the impact of ‘No Right Turn’ restrictions at Charles Street and turning movements at the Terminus/Pierre Streets and Pirie/Nagle Street intersections.

· Council prepares a TMP for the right turn restriction to the Roads and Maritime Services for approval.

v) Item 5 - Flowerdale Road, Liverpool – Liverpool West Public School – Request for a raised pedestrian crossing

• Council approves the installation of a raised pedestrian threshold across Flowerdale Road, in front of Liverpool West Public School. As indicated in Attachments 5.1 and 5.2.

vi) Item 6 - Macquarie Street, Liverpool – Request for pick up and set down zone

· Council keeps the ‘No Parking’ restriction outside 265 and 269 Macquarie Street, Liverpool and attaches a supplementary ‘”Pick Up and Set Down Only” sign.

· Council to investigate a similar arrangement for the Medical Centre Tigris MDC at 243-245 George Street.

vii) Item 7 - Local Traffic Committee – Meeting dates for 2018

· Council approves the Committee to meet on the following dates in 2018:
o 24 January 2018

o 14 March 2018

o 16 May 2018

o 18 July 2018

o 19 September 2018

o 7 November 2018

· Council places the Local Traffic Committee meeting dates in the Corporate Diary.

viii) Item 8 - 2017-2018 Black Spot Improvement Projects

· Council approves the following traffic facilities:

o South Liverpool Road and St Johns Road intersection, Busby – Installation of raised threshold and extension of the median islands at the existing roundabout.

o Congressional Drive, Liverpool – Installation of raised thresholds on both approaches to the 90º bend.

o Maxwells Avenue, Ashcroft – upgrade of the existing marked pedestrian crossing to a raised threshold with the marked pedestrian crossing.

REPORT

The LTC at its meeting on 8 November 2017 considered the above mentioned eight Agenda Items. At Council’s request the Committee reconsidered Item 5 (a raised threshold across Flowerdale Road). A summary of the discussion is as follows:

Councillor Harle expressed objection to the proposal with a comment that it would slow traffic and penalise motorists, particularly outside of the 3 hour school pick up and set down periods. The installation of flashing lights at the crossing were suggested as a preferred approach.

Alternate options including a signalised pedestrian crossing, pedestrian bridge and flashing 40km/h signage were considered. The Committee noted that a pedestrian bridge would be expensive, a signalised pedestrian crossing would not meet the RMS warrant and the crossing currently has existing flashing 40km/hr school zone signs.

It was recommended that a speed classification be conducted to determine the speed profile of vehicles in the street section.

All four committee members unanimously supported the proposed raised threshold, noting that they are designed to allow vehicles to cross them comfortably at up to 40 km/h. Committee members requested that a speed classification will be available for consideration at the Council meeting where this item is considered.

In addition, the LTC considered the following three Technical Discussion and eight General Business Items.

Technical Discussion Items

TD1 Austral and North Leppington Precinct – Proposed revised typical cross-sections
of local roads

The Committee discussed and supported the proposed revised typical cross-sections of local roads. It was agreed that Council meet with Interline Bus Services and Transdev to discuss future bus services, proposed bus stop locations and incorporate the outcome in the design.

TD2 Edmondson Avenue – Proposed locations of bus stops and facilities as part of upgrade

The Committee was advised that a strategic concept design of the Edmondson Avenue road widening is to be carried out and proposed bus stop locations will be discussed with Interline Bus Services.

Council in consultation with Interline Bus Services will review and discuss the concept design, proposed bus bay and shelter locations and table updates at future LTC meetings.

It was requested that a signalised intersection be considered near the school on Eleventh Avenue to manage traffic including bus movements.

TD3 Moore Street, Liverpool – Liverpool Transport Interchange, pedestrian crossing facility.

The Committee was advised that Council is working on a design and will report back to the LTC at its January 2018 meeting.

Interline Bus Services and Transit Systems representatives requested that the design of the pedestrian crossing facility should minimise the impact on the turning paths for buses.

It was noted that the pedestrian crossing facility could result in the loss of 6-8 parking spaces.

General Business items

GB1 Bobin Road, Sadlier – Bus shelter

GB2 Wonga Road, Lurnea – Bus zone relocation

GB3 Memorial Avenue and Dale Avenue, Liverpool – Directional signage

GB4 Flowerdale Road/Hoxton Park, Liverpool – Road intersection

GB5 Hanover Street, Cecil Hills – Anti-social behaviour

GB6 Memorial Avenue /Hume Highway, Liverpool – Left turn

GB7 Kurrajong Road, Carnes Hill – Pedestrian refuge

GB8 Memorial Avenue, Liverpool – Speed humps

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

Budget impact of matters arising from the minutes

Item	Description	Funding	Indicative Delivery Time Frame
1	Speed, Shepherd and Atkinson Streets, Liverpool – Decommissioning of Restricted Access Vehicles Route	Nil	Early 2018
2	Subdivision of 1450-1489 Camden Valley Way, East Leppington – Proposed signs and linemarking scheme	To be funded at full cost and delivered by the developer
3	Cartwright Avenue, Miller – Decommissioning of Bus Stops and Bus Zones	RMS Traffic Facilities Grant	February 2018
4	Terminus Street, Liverpool – Proposed ‘No Right Turn’ restriction at its intersection with Charles Street	RMS Traffic Facilities Grant	Subject to RMS approval
5	Flowerdale Road, Liverpool – Liverpool West Public School – Request for a raised pedestrian crossing	Indicative Cost - $40,000 RMS Traffic Facilities Grant	Early 2018
6	Macquarie Street, Liverpool – Request for pick up and set down zone	RMS Funding	February 2018
7	Local Traffic Committee – Meeting dates for 2018	Nil
8	2017-2018 Black Spot Project – status	$220,000 2017-2018 Black Spot Project Grant & NSW Safer Roads Program	May/June 2018

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 and pedestrian 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 Roads and Maritime Service Traffic Management and Road Design Guidelines.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 8 November 2017.⇨ (Under separate cover)

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Committee Reports

CTTE 04

Minutes of the Environment Advisory Committee held on 14 November 2017

Strategic Direction	Strengthening and Protecting our Environment Develop, and advocate for, plans that support safe and friendly communities
File Ref	324473.2017
Report By	Madhu Pudasaini - Manager Technical Support
Approved By	Raj Autar - Director City Infrastructure and Environment

Executive Summary

This report is tabled in order to present the Minutes of the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting held on 14 November 2017. For reasons stated in the report, it is recommended that Council does not endorse the Committee motion to rescind an earlier Council decision regarding the establishment of a community nursery in Liverpool.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the Minutes of the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting held on 14 November 2017; and

2. Endorses the recommendations in the minutes with the exception of 6.2 regarding the establishment of a community nursery in Liverpool, noting that the Committee does not have the authority to rescind a resolution of Council.

REPORT

Council, at its meeting held on 28 June 2017, considered the outcomes of an options analysis report on plans to establish a community nursery and an environmental education centre within Liverpool. At this meeting, Council resolved not to proceed with the nursery component of the proposal and to incorporate the environmental education centre into the planning for a future community facility. The report and Council recommendation is attached for reference.

Council concluded that its requirements for native plants could be more effectively serviced by the existing plant nursery industry. Council also considered that contractual certainties arising from a longer term supply arrangement would enable the market to better respond to Council’s requirements for local provenance native plant and hence endorsed the establishment of a long-term supply contract for plant and nursery products instead of establishing its own nursery.

However, the Environment Advisory Committee (EAC) at its last meeting resolved to rescind Council’s decision and to reinvestigate the establishment of Council’s own plant nursery.

As Council would be aware, a rigorous analysis of all the available options undertaken during the feasibility study phase found that:

· Costs associated with establishing and operating a plant nursery would be significant and there were financial risks associated with operating a nursery.

· Analysis also suggested that Council may potentially save up to 25% of current plant supply costs by using industry supply arrangements.

· Annual plant supply cost savings of between $30,000 and $40,000 could be directed towards additional environmental education and engagement programs.

· Establishment of a plant nursery would incur substantial capital outlay associated with infrastructure.

In view of the foregoing, it is recommended that Council does not endorse the Committee motion to rescind Council’s earlier decision regarding the establishment of a community nursery in Liverpool.

Further, it is also noted that a rescission motion is a specific tool which is defined in the Code of Meeting Practice. It requires a written Notice of Motion to Rescind to be submitted and is to be signed by three Councillors. That said, as outlined in the Code, after three months, rescission motions are not required to change an earlier decision of Council, and a resolution that counters an earlier resolution is sufficient to change the position of Council. This may occur if the Council, by resolution, adopts such a recommendation from a Committee after the expiry of three months from the original decision.

The wording of the particular recommendation in the minutes (seeking rescission) is technically ultra vires and should have read as a recommendation that Council review its decision on this issue and progress the nursery.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	The recommendation provides the best long-term environmental and education outcomes while at the same time reducing Council’s long term and ongoing financial liabilities.
Environment	Manage the environmental health of waterways. Protect, enhance and maintain areas of endangered ecological communities and high quality bushland as part of an attractive mix of land uses. Raise community awareness and support action in relation to environmental issues.
Social	Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver coordinated services to the community.
Civic Leadership	Act as an environmental leader in the community. Encourage the community to engage in Council initiatives and actions.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Minutes of EAC Meeting - 14 November 2017 ⇩

2. Council report and recommendation - 28 June 2017 ⇩

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Notices of Motion

NOM 01

Review of SEPP 2008 relating to the erecting of fences

Strategic Direction

Strengthening and Protecting our Environment

Exercise planning controls to create high-quality, inclusive urban environments

File Ref

331564.2017

Author

Peter Harle - Councillor

Background

The following background information has been provided by Council’s Strategic Planning Section based on my request.

The erecting of fences is considered exempt development. They do not require development consent if carried out in accordance with subdivision 17 of the SEPP (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008. The SEPP applies to all NSW LGAs, and prevails to any inconsistency with Council’s LEPs or DCPs. Council’s LEP or DCP cannot demand any additional controls in this area if it is inconsistent with the SEPP. Unfortunately, the SEPP only considers particular treatment on primary or secondary road frontages. For the purpose of the SEPP, a secondary road frontage would not include the public paths in Cartwright.

The land subdivision pattern in Cartwright (known as Radburn) is not unique to Liverpool. Such estates are also present in other Western Sydney suburbs such as Bonnyrigg and Minto, but have since been redeveloped or are undergoing transition. These estates are characterised by each dwelling facing the narrow public shared paths which separate each lot, rather than the traditional building orientation where dwellings face the street frontage. This creates an issue with the SEPP, as the SEPP assumes that buildings and the public domain will be oriented towards the street frontage, rather than the public domain frontage.

This has resulted in many painted metal fences being erected in Cartwright facing the public footpaths, which detracts from the area. Occupants of dwelling houses are no longer able to casually overlook these paths. A lack of casual surveillance, opportunities for concealed spaces and the narrow width of these paths creates safety issues.

There is legitimate concerns and this matter needs to be addressed. Whilst we do not have any hard evidence to suggest that the erection of tall fences in such areas increases crime and decreases amenity, principles of good design would suggest that we should be maximising opportunities for passive surveillance to any frontage to the public domain, whether they be a road or otherwise. New dwellings (and secondary dwellings) should also be erected in a manner in which both frontages can be addressed. This can only result if the SEPP was amended to recognise any frontage to the public domain, rather than just any frontage to a public road.

It is noted that several properties in the Wyong LGA are exempt from fencing controls, as per the SEPP, in instances where such lots face the coast. It could be assumed that this is to minimise instances where rear-fences would face the beachfront. Subdivision 17 of the SEPP needs to be amended, such that references to road frontages instead apply also to public domain frontages for land such as in Cartwright in the Liverpool LGA. Schedule 2 of the SEPP exist solely for the purpose of notating instances where the exempt development codes are varied.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council write to the Department of Planning and Environment to have the matter of the erecting of fences as exempt development under the Exempt and Complying Development Codes SEPP 2008 investigated, as the specific provisions under the SEPP relating to the erecting of fences is producing poor planning outcomes for the Liverpool Local Government Area.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S COMMENT

Council will write to the Department of Planning and Environment seeking clarification in relation to the impact of the SEPP controls for fences in Cartwright and other parts of the LGA. The letter will highlight the current problems with the controls as raised in this NOM.

Council Officers can prepare options to address the matter and present these for the Department’s consideration. Upon receiving the Department’s response, staff will update Council on the matter.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	There are no economic and financial considerations.
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. 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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Notices of Motion

NOM 02

Scientists Working With Communities to Improve Urban Microclimates

Strategic Direction

Strengthening and Protecting our Environment

Encourage sustainability, energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy

File Ref

335667.2017

Author

Karress Rhodes - Councillor

Background

I recently attended the “Turn Down the Heat” WSROC workshop where I met Dr Riccardo Paolini from The University of New South Wales, UNSW Built Environment.

Riccardo extended the opportunity for Liverpool Council to participate in the “Scientists Working With Communities to improve Urban Microclimates” project.

The project is administered by RMIT University in collaboration with University of New South Wales and funded by the federal ministry of Industry, Innovation and Science.

The project aims to engage about 100 citizens from participating Councils where participating citizens will be trained to use instruments to measure climate parameters such as temperature, humidity and rainfall amount over the period of summer months of 2018/19.

There will be three training sessions organised by the proponent over the next 6 to 9 months.

Participating Councils promote the program on their website and social media to encourage its residents to participate in the program and coordinate the venue for training sessions within Council.

No financial contribution is required from participating Councils.

Results of the research will be utilised for the climate change awareness to the community through practical data collected by the community themselves.

Results may also assist policy makers like Councils in predicting future health and energy needs and better urban planning with tree canopies and open spaces.

The project proponent has advised that there are twenty two Councils willing to participate in the program including eight councils from Sydney.

Neighbouring Councils of Liverpool including Penrith, Blacktown, Canterbury- Bankstown and Campbelltown are also participating to the program.

The number of extremely hot days is predicted to increase significantly over the next few decades in all Australian cities with a huge impact on public health, mortality rates, energy demand, and economy.

With the help of citizens, this project will measure urban heat island effects, overheating, and any local climate change.

The project will empower citizens to understand, mitigate, and adapt to extreme heat and the Project results may assist policy makers in predicting future health and energy needs and planning the urban built environment and open space.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council participate in the ‘Working with Communities to Improve Microclimates Project’, provide necessary support to the project and encourage council residents to participate in the project.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S COMMENT

As Council would be aware, Council implements a range of projects and programs that aim to address climate change issues at a local level guided by various Council adopted policies and plans.

The NSW Government released a ‘Draft NSW Climate Change Policy Framework’ in late 2016, which will be translated into deliverable actions through its ‘Climate Change Fund Strategic Plan’ and ‘A Plan to Save NSW Energy and Money’ (both in draft form). Council has been actively participating in the consultation process during the review of these documents, which are being prepared for final cabinet approval. It is anticipated that once approved, the new framework will introduce specific performance reporting requirements on Councils, which would be supported by appropriate funding, capacity building and training.

Council considers that the projects like “Scientists Working with Communities to improve Urban Microclimates” will increase public awareness of the effects of climate change. Implementation of such initiatives from all levels of government to create climate change resilient communities will see a greater participation from the community at large.

The project is a public awareness project aimed at engaging citizens in measurement of air temperature, surface temperature, humidity and other climate parameters to get a better understanding of the elements contributing to the local climate of their neighborhood. Participating Councils will be required to provide the following support:

· Encourage residents to participate in the program through Council website, social media, community forums and other public advertising campaigns;

· Provide access to parks or community facilities to organise citizen training events;

· Provide coordination so that the training and information events do not clash with other council or community events at the same venue;

· If possible, provide access to a staff member during such training/information events to demonstrate Council’s support to the program; and

· Provide a letter confirming Council’s participation in the program.

In view of the limited resources required from Council to participate in the program and potential benefit of the project to the community of Liverpool, Council will write to the proponent confirming council’s support for the project.

Council will endeavor to promote the program using Council’s website and through social media, encouraging the residents to participate in the program. Council will also encourage residents to participate into the program through any public forums and events related to environmental performance.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Enhance the environmental performance of buildings and homes.
Environment	Raise community awareness and support action in relation to environmental issues. Enhance the environmental performance of buildings and homes. Create climate change aware and resilient community.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the climate change and its implication.
Civic Leadership	Act as an environmental leader in the community. Encourage the community to engage in Council initiatives and actions.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

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Notices of Motion

NOM 03

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre

Strategic Direction

Creating Connection

Provide community facilities which are accessible to all

File Ref

337620.2017

Author

Charishma Kaliyanda - Councillor

Background

The Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre (CPAC) began it’s life as a power station in the 1950s, built on the banks of the Georges River.

Since its subsequent transformation into an arts and cultural facility in the 1990s, CPAC has established itself as one of Australia’s premier community cultural development organisations. CPAC aims to draw on the strengths of our community to make work that speaks to people everywhere.

Currently, CPAC produces 100% of its own exhibitions, displays, public programs and special events. This has seen the reach of CPAC extend to every metropolitan and regional city in Australia.

As CPAC’s reach has expanded far beyond Liverpool, the influx of visitors into Liverpool has also expanded. In the last 5 years, tourism and casual visits to Liverpool have increased significantly. CPAC is a substantial asset to the social, artistic and cultural life of Liverpool and our community.

Since the recent launch of Bellbird, CPAC’s in-house dining venue and bar, word of mouth has encouraged more people to visit CPAC more often.

However, a potential barrier to the ongoing success and greater potential contribution of CPAC is its somewhat isolated location. Although Casula railway station is located adjacent to CPAC, it is an unmanned station, which poses potential safety and security concerns for members of the public looking to attend events or programs showcased at CPAC. Additionally, Casula station is somewhat disconnected from direct public transport lines servicing key population centres servicing western and south-western Sydney, and connection our region to others in metropolitan Sydney.

A potential to overcome this barrier and use events and programs at CPAC to encourage visitors to stay in Liverpool longer is to consider overnight and/or extended accommodation options for such visitors. There is ample space surrounding CPAC to facilitate such accommodation, with options including, but not limited to:

- Ecolodges

- ‘Glamping’-style arrangements

- Lodges

- Cottages

It is important for Council to consider how we can build on the successes of CPAC and encourage a wider audience to experience what it has to offer.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1. Investigate options to provide accommodation for visitors to Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre; and

2. Consider options that may not be outlined in this document, but may be appropriate to CPAC.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Further develop a commercial centre that accommodates a variety of employment opportunities. Deliver and maintain a range of transport related infrastructure such as footpaths, bus shelters and bikeways. Enhance the environmental performance of buildings and homes. Facilitate economic development. Facilitate the development of new tourism based on local attractions culture and creative industries.
Environment	Retain viable opportunities for local food production while managing land use to meet urban growth. Enhance the environmental performance of buildings and homes. Protect, enhance and maintain areas of endangered ecological communities and high quality bushland as part of an attractive mix of land uses. Support the delivery of a range of transport options.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Provide cultural centres and activities for the enjoyment of the arts. Preserve and maintain heritage, both landscape and cultural as urban development takes place. Regulate for a mix of housing types that responds to different population groups such as young families and older people. Deliver high quality services for children and their families.
Civic Leadership	Deliver services that are customer focused.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

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Notices of Motion

NOM 04

Football in South West Sydney

Strategic Direction

Creating Connection

Create a dynamic, inclusive environment, including programs to support healthy living

File Ref

337662.2017

Author

Charishma Kaliyanda - Councillor

Background

Football (soccer) is the fastest growing sport, and the largest club-based participation sport, in Australia. More than a million men, women, boys and girls play football in Australia. This is particularly significant in a time when organised sport is facing declining participation rates.

In south-west Sydney, where we have a growing population, investment in sporting and recreational infrastructure is particularly important. However, it is not something that Council can take sole responsibility for.

There is a direct link between a clear and accessible pathway to success and progress on organised support and sustained participation over multiple age groups. In Australia, the recent success of the Matildas and the growing success of the A-League and W-League provides a clear demonstration of the pathway between grassroots football and professional football.

Recently, Southern Districts Soccer Football Association Inc. announced their intention to apply for a championship licence for an A-League team based in south-west Sydney, should the FFA seek to expand the league, on behalf of the community.

Campbelltown Council have announced their support for a south-west Sydney based A-league team.

Given Liverpool Council’s intention to develop the Liverpool Regional Football Complex at Middleton Grange, it is appropriate that we also support initiatives to meet current demand and future participation. It is also appropriate that we support initiatives that will bring investment into football in south-west Sydney, especially into the Liverpool LGA.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1. Publicly support a south-west Sydney based A-League team;

2. Support Southern Districts Soccer Football Association Inc’s intention to apply for a championship licence for a south-west Sydney based A-League team in the event of an expansion of the league by the FFA; and

3. Write to Southern Districts Soccer Football Association Inc advising them of Liverpool Council’s support for such an initiative.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Further develop a commercial centre that accommodates a variety of employment opportunities. Facilitate economic development.
Environment	Raise community awareness and support action in relation to environmental issues.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Deliver high quality services for children and their families.
Civic Leadership	Act as an environmental leader in the community. Deliver services that are customer focused.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

Strategic Direction	Leading Proactive Council Provide business excellence and financial sustainability to deliver services that meet community expectations
Key Policy	Long-Term Financial Plan
File Ref	324459.2017
Report By	Vishwa Nadan - Manager Finance
Approved By	Chris White - Director City Corporate

167
CTTE 02	Minutes of the Intermodal Committee Meeting held on 14 November 2017
Attachment 1	Minutes of the Intermodal Committee Meeting 14 November 2017

83
DPG 05	Fire and Rescue NSW Aerial Appliance
Attachment 1	The Hon Troy Grant MP - Response from the Office of the Minister for Police and Minister for Emergency Services

129
DCC 01	Civic Events and Ceremonial Functions Policy
Attachment 1	Civic Events and Ceremonial Functions Policy

143
DCC 02	Public Arts Policy
Attachment 2	Appendix A: Definitions of Public Art

Economic	The audited financial results for the year ended 30 June 2017 are contained and presented within the report.
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	Section 417 and Section 420 of the Local Government Act 1993

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Encourage community participation in decision-making
File Ref	303984.2017
Report By	Galavizh Ahmadi Nia - Manager Community Development and Planning
Approved By	Dr Eddie Jackson - Director City Community and Culture

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CTTE 05	Minutes of Budget Review Panel 13 November 2017
Attachment 1	Minutes of Budget Review Panel - 13 November 2017