Agenda of Ordinary Meeting

Order of Business

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Opening

Acknowledgment of Country and Prayer

National Anthem

Apologies

Condolences

Confirmation of Minutes

Ordinary Council Meeting held on 28 February 2018.............................................................. 7

Declarations of Interest

Public Forum

Mayoral Report

NIL

Notices of Motion Of Rescission

NIL

Development Application Determination Report

NIL

City Economy and Growth Report

EGROW 01 Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 - Draft Amendment 68 (Reclassification of Community Land and rezoning of Part Lot 1001 DP 1006332)................. 44......... 1

EGROW 02 Proposed Austral Street Names................................................................... 134......... 2

EGROW 03 Intermodal Committee Recommendations from February 2018 meeting... 143......... 3

Chief Executive Officer Report

CEO 01 Review of Internal Ombudsman Policy........................................................ 149......... 4

CEO 02 2018 National General Assembly of Local Government.............................. 161......... 5

City Community and Culture Report

COM 01 Community Development and Planning Charters........................................ 170......... 6

City Corporate Report

CORP 01 Investment Report February 2018................................................................ 209......... 7

City Presentation Report

NIL

City Infrastructure and Environment Report

NIL

Committee Reports

CTTE 01 Minutes of the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting held on 5 February 2018 218 8

CTTE 02 Minutes of the Liverpool Youth Council Committee Meeting held 14 February 2018 224 9

CTTE 03 Minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting held on 9 February 2018............................................................................................... 231....... 10

CTTE 04 Minutes of the Civic Advisory Committee Meeting held 6 March 2018 ..... 244....... 11

CTTE 05 Minutes of Budget Review Panel 22 February 2018.................................... 257....... 12

Questions with Notice

QWN 01 Question with Notice - Clr Kaliyanda ........................................................... 262....... 13

QWN 02 Question with Notice - Clr Hadchiti............................................................... 265....... 14

Presentations by Councillors

Notices of Motion

NOM 01 CBD Committee........................................................................................... 267....... 15

NOM 02 Problem Gambling ....................................................................................... 269....... 16

NOM 03 Macquarie Mall Smoking ............................................................................. 272....... 17

NOM 04 Early Childhood Development ..................................................................... 274....... 18

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 RCL2662 - Contaminated Land Management Consultancy Services

Reason: Item CONF 01 is confidential pursuant to the provisions of s10(A)(2)(d i) of the Local Government Act because it contains commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.

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MINUTES OF THE Ordinary Meeting

HELD ON 28 February 2018

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

Ms Margaret Diebert, Acting Director City Presentation

Mr Raj Autar, Director City Infrastructure and Environment

The meeting commenced at 6.00pm.

OPENING 6.00pm

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

PRAYER OF COUNCIL AND Reverend Manoj Chacko from Liverpool

AFFIRMATION TO BE READ BY South Anglican Church.

NATIONAL ANTHEM The National Anthem was played at the meeting.

APOLOGIES Nil

CONDOLENCES Nil

Confirmation of Minutes

Motion: Moved: Clr Shelton Seconded: Clr Hadid

That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 7 February 2018 be confirmed as a true
record of that meeting.

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

Declarations of Interest

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

Item NOM 02: Proposed Nulon Facility

Reason: He is a resident of the suburb, close to the land of the proposed Nulon facility.

Clr Hadid remained in the Chambers for the duration of the item.

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

Item CORP 01: Budget Review - December 2017

Reason: Clr Harle has relatives that live in the area discussed.

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

Public Forum

Presentation – items not on agenda

1. Pastor John Keane addressed Council on the following item:

Park benches at Amalfi Park Duck Pond.

Representation – items on agenda

1. Mr Russell Whittard addressed Council on the following item:

NOM 02 Proposed Nulon Facility

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Shelton

That a three minute extension of time be given to Mr Whittard.

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

2. Mr Greg Simons, CEO of Nulon Products Australia P/L addressed Council on the following item:

NOM 02 Proposed Nulon Facility

Motion: Moved: Clr Harle Seconded: Clr Rhodes

That a three minute extension of time be given to Mr Simons.

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

3. Mr Gilbert de Chalain addressed Council on the following item:

EGROW 02 Proposed amendment to Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 - additional permitted use for centre based child care on B6 zoned land at 525 Cowpasture Road, Len Waters Estate

Motion: Moved: Clr Shelton Seconded: Clr Hadchiti

That a three minute extension of time be given to Mr de Chalain.

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

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Kaliyanda

That a further three minute extension of time be given to Mr de Chalain.

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

MOTION OF URGENCY

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Hadid

That Council at the conclusion of the Open Council Session of the meeting, move into Closed Session, pursuant to the provisions of s10(2)(a)of the Local Government Act as the matter to be discussed deals with personnel matters concerning particular individuals (other than Councillors) and a resident.

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

Note: the proposed urgency motion, proposed to be considered at the end of the meeting during Closed Session, was not dealt with.

ITEM NO: EGROW 02

FILE NO: 331205.2017

SUBJECT: Proposed amendment to Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 - Additional Permitted Use for centre based child care on B6 zoned land at 525 Cowpasture Road, Len Waters Estate

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Not support the planning proposal to amend Schedule 1 of the Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 to include ‘centre-based child care facility’ as an additional permitted use at 525 Cowpasture Road, Len Waters Estate (Lot 5 DP1238339); and

2. Write to the applicant advising of Council’s decision.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Shelton Seconded: Clr Hadid

That Council defer this item to the March Council meeting, and a briefing session be held prior to that, to deal with the concerns raised by the speaker, Mr Gilbert de Chalain.

Foreshadowed motion: Moved: Clr Harle Seconded: Clr Rhodes

That Council:

Support the planning proposal to amend Schedule 1 of the Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 to include ‘centre-based child care facility’ as an additional permitted use at 525 Cowpasture Road, Len Waters Estate (Lot 5 DP1238339);

Prepare a planning proposal and forward to the Department of Planning and Environment for finalisation;

Write to the applicant advising of Council’s decision; and

Receive a response to the issues raised by the speaker, Mr Gilbert de Chalain.

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

Vote for: Clr Hadid

Clr Hagarty

Clr Kaliyanda

Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

Vote against: Mayor Waller

Clr Ayyad

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Harle

Clr Rhodes

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

Councillors voted unanimously for this motion.

ITEM NO: EGROW 03

FILE NO: 014785.2018

SUBJECT: Draft Liverpool Bike Plan 2017-2022

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Places the draft Liverpool Bike Plan 2017-2022 on public exhibition for a period of 60 days, inviting public comment and submissions;

2. Places the draft Liverpool Development Control Plan on public exhibition for a period of 60 days, inviting public comment and submissions;

3. Receives a further report following the public exhibition period on the integration of any changes to the Bike Plan or draft Development Control Plan if any feedback is received; and

4. Delegates to the CEO the authority to finalise the draft Liverpool Bike Plan 2017-2022 and draft Development Control Plan if no objections are received.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Kaliyanda

That the recommendation be adopted.

Foreshadowed motion: Moved: Clr Rhodes Seconded: Clr Harle

That Council develop a new Draft Liverpool Bike Plan restricting the majority of the bike paths to recreational areas and a report be submitted to Council.

On being put to the meeting the motion (moved by Clr Hadchiti) was declared CARRIED and the Foreshadowed motion (moved by Clr Rhodes) lapsed.

Vote for: Mayor Waller

Clr Ayyad

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Hagarty

Clr Kaliyanda

Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

Vote Against: Clr Harle

Clr Rhodes

ITEM NO: CEO 02

FILE NO: 019665.2018

SUBJECT: Consultation on the draft Model Code of Meeting Practice for Local Councils in NSW

RECOMMENDATION

That Council make a submission on the Consultation Draft of the Model Code of Meeting Practice to the Office of Local Government on the following:

· Amending the non-mandatory Clause 4 regarding Public Forums to allow for the Public Forums session to be held during the Council Meeting;

· Amending Clause 5.18 regarding the Webcasting of Meetings to become a non-mandatory provision;

· Provides Council’s support to the inclusion of the mandatory provisions in Clauses 10.2 – 10.4 regarding Notice of Motions; and

· Deletion of the non-mandatory provisions (Clauses 11.10 and 20.23) regarding recording the voting of all members for all motions and amendments in the minutes of Council and Committee meetings.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Balloot

That Council

1. Make a submission on the Consultation Draft of the Model Code of Meeting Practice to the Office of Local Government on the following:

· Amending the non-mandatory Clause 4 regarding Public Forums to allow for the Public Forums session to be held during the Council Meeting;

· Amending Clause 5.18 regarding the Webcasting of Meetings to add the words “where possible” so that the clause reads;

“All meetings of the council and committees of the council are to be webcast where possible.”

· Provides Council’s support to the inclusion of the mandatory provisions in Clauses 10.2 – 10.4 regarding Notice of Motions.

2. Direct the CEO to immediately commence the process required (policies, tenders etc) to ensure that Council will be in a position to Webcast Council meetings by September 2018; and

3. Support of the non-mandatory provisions (Clauses 11.10 and 20.23) regarding recording the voting of all members for all motions and amendments in the minutes of Council and Committee meetings.

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

ITEM NO: NOM 02

FILE NO: 046785.2018

SUBJECT: Proposed Nulon Facility

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1. Continue to support local residents in their campaign;

2. Continue to highlight the unsuitability of the proposed development in relation to zoning; and

3. Work with the Department of Planning and Nulon to find a more appropriate location within Liverpool for this development.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Hagarty Seconded: Clr Hadchiti

That Council:

Support residents in relation to the proposed Nulon Motor Oil Facility;

Seek legal advice on the suitability of the proposed development in relation to the zoning;

If required engage in a suitably qualified external firm to review the proposal and to make a submission to the determining authority; and

Work with the Department of Planning & the applicant to find a more appropriate location within the Liverpool LGA for this development.

Foreshadowed motion: Moved: Clr Rhodes Seconded: Clr Harle

That Council:

Question NSW Department of Planning for the placement of a light industrial plant in the Western Parklands;

Support Community consultation and Councillor consultation to better educate the people about the facility and its suitability or unsuitability; and

If required engage in a suitably qualified external firm to review the proposal and to make a submission to the determining authority.

Foreshadowed motion: Moved: Clr Hadid Seconded: Clr Hadchiti

That Council:

Support residents in relation to the proposed Nulon Motor Oil Facility;

Seek legal advice on the suitability of the proposed development in relation to the zoning;

Engage in a suitably qualified external firm to review the proposal and to make a submission to the determining authority; and

Direct the CEO to come back to the Council with a full report on the outcome on the legal advice from the external firm.

On being put to the meeting the motion (moved by Clr Hagarty) was declared CARRIED and the foreshadowed motions (moved by Clr Rhodes and Clr Hadid) lapsed.

Division called:

Vote for: Mayor Waller

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Hagarty

Clr Kaliyanda

Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

Vote against: Clr Ayyad

Clr Balloot

Clr Harle

Clr Rhodes

ITEM NO: COM 02

FILE NO: 045423.2018

SUBJECT: Toda Student Exchange Program

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the contents of the Department of Education’s document (attached);

2. Agrees that an expression of interest should be issued to all High Schools in the Liverpool LGA with a view to undertaking a student exchange to Toda in September 2018;

3. Notes a budget allocation required to host incoming delegations from Toda will be included in annual budgets;

4. Approves the participation of the Mayor and Councillors (and support staff) in a visit to Toda in September 2018, either accompanying the student exchange or as a Council delegation to further demonstrate Council’s commitment to the Sister City relationship with Toda; and

5. Approves the allocation of an additional staffing resource equivalent to (0.4) FTE to administer the student exchange program.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Shelton Seconded: Clr Rhodes

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the contents of the Department of Education’s document (attached);

2. Agrees that an expression of interest should be issued to all High Schools in the Liverpool LGA with a view to undertaking a student exchange to Toda in September 2018;

3. Notes a budget allocation required to host incoming delegations from Toda will be included in annual budgets;

Approves the participation of the Mayor and Councillors, the CEO or Delegate and the Civic / Citizenship Coordinator in a visit to Toda in September 2018, either accompanying the student exchange or as a Council delegation to further demonstrate Council’s commitment to the Sister City relationship with Toda;

Approve the payment of travel expenses for this particular delegation;

Approve the allocation of an additional staffing resource equivalent to (0.4) FTE to administer the student exchange program;

This resolution be forwarded to the Toda Council; and

An information session be held on the Toda student exchange program and all applicable schools in the LGA and relevant stakeholders be invited.

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

Councillors voted unanimously for this motion.

ITEM NO: CTTE 02

FILE NO: 035859.2018

SUBJECT: Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting Held on 24 January 2018

RECOMMENDATION

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

i) Item 1 - Northumberland Serviceway, Liverpool – Proposed Changes to Existing
Parking Restrictions

· Council supports the proposed changes as shown in Attachment 1.1.

ii) Item 2 - Australis Avenue and Conroy Road Intersection, Wattle Grove – Proposed
Pedestrian Refuge

· Council approves the proposed pedestrian refuge at Australis Avenue and Conroy Road roundabout, Wattle Grove, as shown in Attachments 2.1 - 2.3.

· Council advises the Local Member for Holsworthy and the local residents of its action.

iii) Item 3 - Hill Road, Lurnea – Proposed Improvement to existing Pedestrian Crossing

· Council approves upgrading of the existing marked pedestrian crossing to a raised threshold across Hill Road, Lurnea, south of Wych Avenue with associated signs and linemarking as shown in Attachments 3.1 and 3.2 and the above changes.

· Council conduct a community consultation prior to installation.

iv) Item 4 - Boundary Road, Liverpool – Proposed Changes to Existing Parking
Restrictions

· Council approves the upgrade of the existing marked pedestrian crossing to a raised threshold across Hill Road, Lurnea, south of Wych Avenue with associated signs and linemarking as shown in Attachments 3.1 and 3.2

· Council conducts a community consultation prior to installation.

v) Item 5 - Dalmatia Avenue, Edmondson Park – Proposed Roundabouts at its

intersection with Jardine Drive and Somme Avenue

• Council approves the installation of two (2) roundabouts along Dalmatia Avenue at its intersections with Jardine Drive and Somme Avenue and the signs and linemarking scheme as shown in Attachments 5.1 – 5.4, subject to the submission of revised turning paths demonstrating that the roundabouts can accommodate the turning paths of service vehicles

· Council advises the applicants of its decision.

vi) Item 6 - Items Approved Under Delegated Authority

· Council notes the information on 24 minor traffic management schemes approved under the Committee’s Delegated Authority.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Hagarty Seconded: Clr Kaliyanda

That the recommendation be adopted.

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

Clr Hagarty left the Chambers at 8.10pm.

ITEM NO: CONF 04

FILE NO: 040157.2018

SUBJECT: Independent Hearing and Assessment Panel - Panel Representatives

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receive and note the appointed expert members identified in the confidential report;

2. Receive and note the appointed community representatives, identified in the confidential report; and

3. Write to the Department of Planning and Environment advising of the selected panel members appointed to the Liverpool IHAP and requesting funding assistance to cover the additional costs associated with operating the mandatory IHAP model.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Harle Seconded: Clr Rhodes

That the recommendation be adopted.

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

Clr Hagarty returned to the Chambers at 8.12pm.

COUNCIL IN CLOSED SESSION

Mayor Waller advised that Council would now move into Closed Session to deal with Item CONF 05 Western Sydney City Deal pursuant to the provisions of s10(A)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act because the items contain commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.

Council moved into Closed Session at 8.15pm.

ITEM NO: CONF 05

FILE NO: 048780.2018

SUBJECT: Western Sydney City Deal

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Delegates authority to the Mayor to sign the Western Sydney City Deal on behalf of their Council if they are satisfied with the response from the other levels of government;

2. Notes that the Council is not legally bound at this point should the Mayor decide to sign the City Deal document; and

3. Notes that a further report will be brought back to Council prior to any binding commitments being made.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Hadid

That Council:

Notes that Councillors are not aware of the contents nor will they be aware of the contents of the Western Sydney City Deal prior to the Mayor signing the agreement;

Despite the foregoing, delegates authority to the Mayor to sign the first gateway of the Western Sydney City deal if satisfied that it represents the best interest for the LGA;

Express its displeasure in the City Deal process that has excluded councillors and directs the CEO to inform the Federal Government that Councillors will need to be fully aware of the contents and details of the City Deal before any binding commitments can be made; and

Place the City Deal as a standing item on the Strategic Panel agenda to allow councillors to actively contribute to and negotiate for its ongoing development.

Amendment: Moved: Clr Rhodes Seconded: Clr Harle

That Council:

Notes that Councillors are not aware of the contents nor will they be aware of the contents of the Western Sydney City Deal prior to the Mayor signing the agreement;

Despite the foregoing, delegates authority to the Mayor to sign the first gateway of the Western Sydney City deal if satisfied that it represents the best interest for the LGA;

Express its displeasure in the City Deal process that has excluded councillors and directs the CEO to inform the Federal Government that Councillors will need to be fully aware of the contents and details of the City Deal before any binding commitments can be made; and

Future negotiation at Liverpool Council through a standing item on the Strategic Panel agenda for the City Deal will involve Councillor input into the future items that are to be put onto the negotiating table through the City deal in future.

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

Division called:

Vote for: Clr Harle

Clr Rhodes

Vote against: Mayor Waller

Clr Ayyad

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Hagarty

Clr Kaliyanda

Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

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

Division called:

Vote for: Mayor Waller

Clr Ayyad

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Hagarty

Clr Kaliyanda

Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

Vote against: Clr Harle

Clr Rhodes

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Hadid

That Council move back into open session.

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

Council moved back into Open Session at 8.56pm. Mayor Waller then read out the Motion which was passed in Closed Session relating to CONF 05.

THE MEETING CLOSED AT 8.57pm.

Name: Wendy Waller

Title: Mayor

Date: 28 March 2018

I have authorised a stamp bearing my signature to be affixed to the pages of the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on 28 February 2018. I confirm that Council has adopted these Minutes as a true and accurate record of the meeting.

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City Economy and Growth Report

EGROW 01

Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 - Draft Amendment 68 (Reclassification of Community Land and rezoning of Part Lot 1001 DP 1006332)

Strategic Direction	Strengthening and Protecting our Environment Exercise planning controls to create high-quality, inclusive urban environments
File Ref	351140.2017
Report By	Louis Chen - Strategic Planner
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Executive Summary

At its Ordinary Meeting on 26 April 2017, Council resolved to support a planning proposal to amend the Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 (LLEP 2008) by reclassifying four parcels of land under Council ownership from ‘Community’ to ‘Operational’ land, as well as rezoning Part Lot 1001 DP 1006332 at Forcett Close, West Hoxton from RE1 Public Recreation to R2 Low Density Residential, and submitting the proposal to the Department of Planning and Environment for gateway determination.

This report updates Council on the Gateway determination issued for the planning proposal, also known Draft Amendment 68, and the results of the public exhibition and community consultation undertaken in support of the amendment.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Note the Gateway determination for draft Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 (Amendment 68) and the results of the public exhibition and community consultation;

2. Support the making of Amendment 68 and forward the planning proposal and supporting documentation to the Department of Planning and Environment for finalisation; and

3. Advise those who attended the public hearing and made a submission of Council’s decision.

Report

Draft Amendment 68 was prepared as a result of previous Council resolutions from meetings on 17 December 2014, 25 February 2015, 30 September 2015, and 27 July 2016, wherein it was decided to commence the process of reclassification.

Specifically, the proposed amendment to LLEP 2008 reclassifies from ‘Community’ to ‘Operational’ the following parcels of land:

· 6 Moore Street, Liverpool (Lot 102 DP 1151429);

· Lots 154 and 3046 Bernera Road, Prestons (Lot 154 DP 867979 and Lot 3046 DP 869842);

· Forcett Close, West Hoxton (Part Lot 1001 DP 1006332); and

· 24 Atkinson Street, Liverpool (Part Lot 78 DP 27242).

In addition to the reclassification, the amendment also rezones land in West Hoxton (Part Lot 1001 DP 1006332) from RE1 Public Recreation to R2 Low Density Residential with associated controls for Floor Space Ratio of 0.6:1 and Building Height of 8.5m, consistent with the adjoining residential land.

Gateway determination

Gateway determination (Attachment 1) was received on 11 August 2017 which required the following actions:

1) The planning proposal must be made publicly available for a minimum of 28 days, in accordance with Section 3.34(2)(c) and Schedule 1 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (the Act); and

2) The following public authorities are to be provided a copy of the planning proposal and relevant supporting material, and given at least 21 days to comment on the proposal, in accordance with Section 3.34(2)(d) of the Act:

a) Transport for NSW – Roads and Maritime Services;

b) NSW Office of Environment and Heritage – Heritage;

c) Transgrid;

d) Railcorp.

Consultation

Public authority consultation

In accordance with the Gateway determination, the public authorities were forwarded a copy of the planning proposal and provided at least 21 days to comment on the planning proposal. Summaries of each public authority submission and the officer response are listed in Table 1 below and included in Attachment 3.

Although not listed in the Gateway determination, Endeavour Energy was also provided the opportunity to comment on the proposal as Lots 154 and 3046 Bernera Road are burdened by easements benefiting them. No comments were received from Endeavour Energy.

Table 1: Public authority comments

Public authority	Summary of submission	Officer comments
RailCorp (Transport for NSW and Sydney Trains)	Sydney Trains has access gates to the Rail Corridor for maintenance and emergency purposes in the vicinity of Lot 102 DP 1151429 (6 Moore Street). It is requested that Council consults with Sydney Trains should, at any stage, Council consider or seek to explore potential redevelopment of this site.	Noted. No alteration to planning proposal required
Office of Environment and Heritage – Heritage Division	Future development of Lot 102 DP 1151429 (6 Moore Street) will likely have impacts on the significance of adjoining State Heritage Register items and the Bigge Park Heritage Conservation Area. Any future development application for the site is to be referred to the Heritage Council for review and comment, accompanied by an Urban Design Study and a Heritage Impact Assessment that includes a view impact analysis. Additionally, consideration must be given to the potential for any significant historic archaeology or relics that may be uncovered by future excavation or ground disturbance.	Noted. No alteration to planning proposal required
Roads and Maritime Services	Noted. No objections raised.	No response required.
Transgrid	Noted. No objections raised.	No response required.

Public exhibition

In accordance with the Gateway determination, the planning proposal was placed on public exhibition from 27 September 2017 to 27 October 2017. Notification included notices on the Council website and the Liverpool Leader, letters to neighbouring landowners and occupiers, and a poster in Council’s administration centre.

One submission was received, regarding archaeological heritage impacts should development occur at 6 Moore Street, Liverpool (Lot 102 DP 1151429). There is no development proposed as part of this amendment and a heritage impact assessment would be undertaken should development occur on this site, which addresses the above concern.

Public hearing

In accordance with Section 29 of the Local Government Act 1993, a public hearing was held on Wednesday 29 November 2017 at 6pm in the Purple Room in the Liverpool City Library.

Tract Consultants were engaged by Council to facilitate the independent public hearing and prepare a report of that public hearing (see Attachment 4). Two members of the public attended the public hearing. One verbal objection was made in relation to the heritage significance of the parcel of land at 6 Moore Street, Liverpool (Lot 102 DP 1151429). The public hearing report notes that no development is proposed as part of Draft Amendment 68 and that any future development of this site will be subject to Clause 5.10 – Heritage Conservation of the LLEP 2008.

Conclusion

Public exhibition and community consultation, including a public hearing for Draft Amendment 68 has been undertaken in accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and the Local Government Act 1993. All submissions received have been addressed and no changes are necessary.

This report recommends that Council support the making of Draft Amendment 68, and submit the proposal and supporting documentation to the Department of Planning and Environment for finalisation.

This report also recommends that those who attended the public hearing and those who made submissions on Draft Amendment 68 be notified of Council’s decision.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Manage Council owned assets efficiently.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Optimise delivery of community facilities.
Civic Leadership	Encourage the community to engage in Council initiatives and actions.
Legislative	Environmental Planning and Assessment Act Local Government Act (ss29)

ATTACHMENTS

1. Gateway determination ⇩

2. Planning Proposal - Draft Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 Amendment 68 ⇩

3. Collated public authority and community consultation submissions ⇩

4. Public hearing report

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EGROW 01	Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 - Draft Amendment 68 (Reclassification of Community Land and rezoning of Part Lot 1001 DP 1006332)
Attachment 2	Planning Proposal - Draft Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 Amendment 68

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EGROW 01	Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 - Draft Amendment 68 (Reclassification of Community Land and rezoning of Part Lot 1001 DP 1006332)
Attachment 4	Public hearing report

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City Economy and Growth Report

EGROW 02

Proposed Austral Street Names

Strategic Direction	Strengthening and Protecting our Environment Exercise planning controls to create high-quality, inclusive urban environments
File Ref	357717.2017
Report By	Louis Chen - Strategic Planner
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Executive Summary

The purpose of this report is to seek Council’s support to proceed with the naming of streets in Austral in accordance with the Indicative Layout Plan (ILP) contained within the Liverpool Growth Centres Development Control Plan (DCP). All street names have been assessed using Council’s Naming Convention Policy and in consultation with the Geographical Names Board (GNB) of NSW and the Aboriginal Consultative Committee.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Support the street names noted in this report; and

2. Delegates to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to begin the process of gazettal.

REPORT

As part of the South West Priority Growth Area, Austral is experiencing significant development. Currently, road name requests are ad hoc and distributed on a case-by-case basis when requested by developers, resulting in delays.

Therefore, street names have been proposed for all proposed streets in Austral in accordance with the Austral Indicative Layout Plan. The names are consistent with the local naming themes of:

· Horse breeds;

· Chicken breeds;

· Goat breeds;

· Wheat varieties;

· Agriculture;

· Market gardens;

· Native birds;

· Indigenous nature theme;

· Southern constellations and the sky;

· Early residents of Austral;

· Trees and timber varieties;

· Olympic host cities; and

· Climate and weather.

All names with Indigenous origins are from the local Sydney language group and have been selected in consultation with the Aboriginal Consultative Committee.

It is recommended that Council endorse the street names in Attachments 1 and 2 and delegates to the CEO to begin the process of gazettal.

All street names will be:

· Placed on public notification for 28 days in the local newspaper and on the Council website;

· The GNB and other relevant state agencies (Australia Post, NSW Ambulance, Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW State Emergency Service, NSW Volunteer Rescue Association, Roads and Maritime Services and NSW Police Force) will be notified using the GNB’s Online Road Naming System to seek endorsement and gazettal.

Two plans showing the street names in the northern and southern halves of Austral are provided as attachments to this report and are also available electronically on council’s website at:

http://www.liverpool.nsw.gov.au/council/council-meetings

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	Foster neighbourhood pride and a sense of responsibility.
Legislative	Roads Act 1993

ATTACHMENTS

1. Draft Austral Street Name Plan - North ⇩

2. Draft Austral Street Name Plan - South ⇩

3. List of proposed street names for Austral

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City Economy and Growth Report

EGROW 03

Intermodal Committee Recommendations from February 2018 meeting

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Encourage community participation in decision-making
File Ref	065466.2018
Report By	Ash Chand - Executive Planner
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Executive Summary

The minutes of the 13 February 2018 Intermodal committee were noted by Council at its ordinary meeting on 28 February 2018. As one of the Intermodal Committee recommendations has a financial impact, the report sought Council approval to fund $4,000 for a mail out to local residents out of the existing Intermodal budget. There was no decision from Council on recommendation 2 from that meeting.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council determines whether or not to allocate approximately $4000 of the existing Intermodal budget to fund a mail out to local residents in areas surrounding the proposed Intermodal.

REPORT

The Minutes of the Intermodal Committee Meeting held on 13 February 2018 are attached for the information of Council.

The Minutes identify a number of actions that Council staff are required to undertake. One action will have a financial impact as follows:

- That Council, as part of the communications package, include a letter and a fridge magnet in a mail out to all areas most impacted by the development.

The area defined as ‘most impacted’ are the residents of Wattle Grove and Casula and approximately equates to the catchment SIMTA has used with their communications strategy.

If Council supports the Committee recommendation, the costs involved are approximately $1,000 for the mail out and approximately $2,000 for the fridge magnet. To allow for flexibility in the media form selected, a $4,000 budget will be required. Funds are available in the existing Intermodal budget.

The letter and fridge magnet will include details of the Department of Planning & Environment’s Compliance Hotline and email address for residents to report suspected breaches of the consents relating to the Moorebank Intermodal development.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Cost of $4,000 which is contained within the existing Intermodal budget, allocated by Council to respond to the challenges presented by the proposed Intermodals at Moorebank.
Environment	Raise community awareness and support action in relation to environmental issues.
Social	There are no social and cultural considerations.
Civic Leadership	Encourage the community to engage in Council initiatives and actions. Provide information about Council’s services, roles and decision making processes.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Minutes of the Intermodal Committee 13 February 2018 ⇩

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Chief Executive Officer Report

CEO 01

Review of Internal Ombudsman Policy

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Strive for best practice in all Council processes
File Ref	059661.2018
Report By	David Maguire - Acting Head of Audit and Risk Internal Ombudsman
Approved By	Kiersten Fishburn - Chief Executive Officer

Executive Summary

At its meeting on 22 November 2017, Council resolved that:

1. Council adopt the Internal Ombudsman Policy, as attached to this report, subject to the following changes to clauses 4.1.5 and 4.1.6 to now read:

4.1.5 The IO has the right to undertake an inquiry into any complaint without the need for any prior consent of any person or body within Council against whom the complaint is made;

4.1.6 Once an inquiry has concluded, any executive decisions in relation to findings and recommendations of the IO require the approval of the CEO or the Mayor (in the case of any findings or recommendations relating to the CEO). However, if the CEO refuses to endorse or act upon any findings or recommendations of the IO without good reason, the IO may report this situation directly to the Mayor.

2. Council revoke the Customer Feedback Policy, as attached to this report; and

3. The Internal Ombudsman Policy be brought back to the 28 March 2018 Council meeting.

Following the above Council meeting, the attached policy was amended to include the above changes decided upon by Council. Further changes to the policy have now been made by the Internal Ombudsman, after consultation with the CEO, (as shown in red type font) to reflect concerns raised during consideration of the report at the Council meeting on 22 November 2017 as well as a resolution of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council adopt the amended Internal Ombudsman Policy, as attached to this report.

REPORT

Following concerns raised by some Councillors at the Council meeting on 22 November 2017 and a resolution of Council’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (the ARIC), further amendments (highlighted in red font) have been made to the attached policy as follows:

1. Clause 4.1.6: add after “the Mayor”, add the words “or to a relevant external agency” so as to permit the Internal Ombudsman (IO) to report findings or recommendations directly to a relevant agency and/ or the Mayor in a situation where the CEO refuses to endorse or act upon the recommendations of the IO.

2. Clause 15.2: a new clause which adds an additional reporting function by the IO to the local community through the Council’s DP and OP process.

3. Clause 4.18: a new clause which provides that any appointment or removal of the IO requires a consultation process and not a decision by the CEO alone.

4. Clause 4.15: delete “quarterly” and substitute “six-monthly” in accordance with resolution 39/17-18 of the ARIC at its meeting on 9 February 2017: “That the Legal and Governance and Ombudsman reports are tabled annually or bi-annually rather than quarterly.”

It should be noted that, at its meeting on 20 October 2017, the ARIC resolved that “the ARIC should not have any input or influence in the functions of the internal ombudsman” and recommended the deletion of any reference in the then draft IO Policy to functional reporting by the IO to the ARIC. The reason for this decision was that the ARIC members were of the opinion that it would be inappropriate for the IO to report functionally to the ARIC in the same manner as the Head of Audit, Risk and Improvement because the work of the IO is not considered to be core business of the ARIC.

The IO is not a “senior staff position” within the meaning of sections 332 and 337 of the Local Government Act 1993 and thus the IO is accountable to the CEO in accordance with section 335 of the Act. It should also be noted that the IO cannot be “independent” in the same sense as the NSW Ombudsman whose role is set out in a NSW statute, the Ombudsman Act 1974. (Further, the former Acting NSW Ombudsman wrote to Council’s CEO last year, strongly objecting to Council using the expression “independent” in any policy or publication referring to its IO.)

However, the current IO Policy does require that the IO “act in a fair and transparent manner. The IO is satisfied that the IO Policy, as amended, provides the freedom to act on complaints and other matters within the scope of the role without undue pressure being placed upon by the CEO, the Mayor or Councillors. The policy, as amended, will also enhance the perception by the local community, the Mayor and Councillors and members of Council staff that the IO can inquire into and assess complaints, acting “impartially, without fear or favour, regardless of any party, sect, or interest involved” (quote attributed to the editor of New York Times 1896).

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	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	Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 sections 82-88 Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002 section 67 Local Government Act 1993 sections 8A(2)(e), 332, 335, 337 and 440AA Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 sections 33 and 53 Public Interest Disclosures Act 1994 sections 6C, 6CA and 6D

ATTACHMENTS

1. Draft Internal Ombudsman Policy March 2018 ⇩

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Chief Executive Officer Report

CEO 02

2018 National General Assembly of Local Government

Strategic Direction	Generating Opportunity Meet the challenges of Liverpool’s growing population
File Ref	065239.2018
Report By	George Georgakis - Manager Council and Executive Services
Approved By	Kiersten Fishburn - Chief Executive Officer

Executive Summary

The 2018 National General Assembly of Local Government (NGA) will be held in Canberra from Sunday 17 June - Wednesday 20 June 2018.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Nominates delegates to attend the 2018 National General Assembly of Local Government to be held in Canberra from Sunday 17 June – Wednesday 20 June 2018; and

2. Determines whether to submit any motions, concerning the theme of “Australia’s future: make it local”, for debate at the National General Assembly.

REPORT

The National General Assembly of Local Government (NGA) is a key event on the local government calendar. It is convened by the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) for local Councils across Australian and is an opportunity to identify and discuss national issues of priority for the sector and to agree on possible steps which could be taken to address these issues.

The ALGA is the national peak advocacy body for local government. ALGA’s work includes but is not limited to the establishment of national policy and extensive liaison and lobbying with departments, Ministers and other parliamentarians at the Commonwealth level to achieve better outcomes for local Councils.

The 2018 NGA will be held in Canberra from Sunday 17 June to Wednesday 20 June 2018. A copy of the program is attached to this report. Registration, accommodation, meals and travel costs will be incurred. Council is entitled to one vote at the NGA but is not limited to the number of Councillors who can attend.

The ALGA Board is calling for motions for the 2018 NGA under the theme of “Australia’s future: make it local”.

To assist Councils to identify motions that address the theme of the NGA, the ALGA Secretariat has prepared a discussion paper. The NGA call for motions Discussion Paper is attached to this report. Motions can address one or more of the emerging policy area issues identified in the discussion paper.

To be eligible for inclusion in the NGA Business Papers, motions must meet the following criteria:

1. Be relevant to the work of local government nationally;

2. Be consistent with the theme of the NGA;

3. Complement or build on the policy objectives of your state and territory local government association;

4. Be submitted by a Council which is a financial member of their state or territory local government association;

5. Propose a clear action and outcome; and

6. Not be advanced on behalf of external third parties that may seek to use the NGA to apply pressure to Board members or to gain national political exposure for positions that are not directly relevant to the work of, or in the national interests of, local government.

The deadline for motions is 30 March 2018 and all motions submitted must be adopted by Council. Should Council wish to submit any motions to the NGA, they would need to be adopted by Council at the 28 March 2018 Council meeting.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	The costs associated with attending the 2018 NGA are included in the 2017/18 budget and the costs per delegate are: - Registration: $969 per person; - Accommodation: $365 per night; - Meals: $230 (Networking dinner on 18 June and conference dinner on 19 June 2018); - Travel via Council vehicle
Environment	Raise community awareness and support action in relation to environmental issues.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities.
Civic Leadership	Act as an environmental leader in the community. Facilitate the development of community leaders. Provide information about Council’s services, roles and decision making processes. 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

1. 2018 National General Assembly Program ⇩

2. Call for Motions Discussion Paper

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City Community and Culture Report

COM 01

Community Development and Planning Charters

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Celebrate diversity, promote inclusion and recognise heritage
File Ref	065420.2018
Report By	Galavizh Ahmadi Nia - Manager Community Development and Planning
Approved By	Dr Eddie Jackson - Director City Community and Culture

Executive Summary

This report is tabled in order to present the updated Charters for the following Committees:

· Liverpool Access Committee

· Liverpool Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee

· Aboriginal Consultative Committee

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receives and adopts the updated Liverpool Access Committee Charter;

2. Receives and adopts the updated Liverpool Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee Charter; and

3. Receives and adopts the updated Aboriginal Consultative Committee Charter.

REPORT

The following Charters are attached for Council’s review and endorsement:

· Liverpool Access Committee Charter

· Liverpool Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee Charter

· Aboriginal Consultative Committee Charter

The Charters identify a number of actions which Council staff are required to undertake in order to ensure these Committees operate in accordance with Council guidelines, none of which have any financial implications for Council.

The attached Committee Charters are submitted for review and adoption by Council, as per the requirement to review the Committee Charter bi-annually.

The review identified only minor changes to the Liverpool Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee Charter, mainly the proper use of the committee’s title throughout the charter, change of dates and minor formatting.

The Liverpool Access Committee Charter review resulted in a number of changes. These changes are mainly to align the Charter with the endorsed Committee Charters template. They include changes to clauses 8.2, 8.3, 8.5 and 12.1. Additional changes include formatting and minor word editing.

The Aboriginal Consultative Committee Charter review also resulted in a number of changes. These changes are mainly to align the Charter with the endorsed Committee Charters template. They include changes to clauses 8.1, 8.2, 8.5, 12.1, 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, and 13.4. Additional changes include insertion of clauses 9.2, 9.3, 9.4 to align with the endorsed Committee Charters template, formatting and minor word editing.

It should be noted that none of the changes impact on the structure or delivery of the Committees, rather they improve operation and standardisation of the charters. These changes have been highlighted in the submitted versions of the Charter for Council’s review and endorsement.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	There are no economic or financial considerations
Environment	There are no environmental considerations
Social	Support policies and plans that prevent crime. Preserve and maintain heritage, both landscape and cultural as urban development takes place. Promote community harmony and address discrimination. Support access and services for people with a disability.
Civic Leadership	There are no civic leadership and governance considerations.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Liverpool Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Commitee Charter ⇩

2. Aboriginal Consultative Committee Charter ⇩

3. Liverpool Access Committee Charter

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City Corporate Report

CORP 01

Investment Report February 2018

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Seek efficient and innovative methods to manage our resources
File Ref	045148.2018
Report By	John Singh - Revenue Accountant
Approved By	Vishwa Nadan - Manager Finance

Executive Summary

This report details Council’s Investment portfolio.

At 28 February 2018, Council held investments with a market value of $236 million.

The portfolio yield to the end of February 2018 is 98 basis points above the AusBond Bank Bill index.

	AusBond Bank Bill Index (BBI)
Benchmark	1.75%
Portfolio yield	2.73%
Performance above benchmarks	0.98%

Return on investment for the 8 months ended to February 2018 was $780k higher than budget.

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

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes this report.

REPORT

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

Council’s Portfolio

At 28 February 2018, Council held investments with a market value of $236 million. Council’s investment register detailing all its investments is provided as an attachment to this report. In summary, Council’s portfolio consisted of investments in:

At 28 February 2018, the ratio of market value compared to face value of various debt securities is shown in the table below.

Asset Class	Feb-18	Jun-17
Senior Debts (FRN's & TCD's)	100.79%	100.85%
MBS (Reverse Mortgage Backed Securities)	59.30%	60.13%
T-Corp Unit Trusts	101.77%	100.39%

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

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

Portfolio Maturity Profile

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

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

Overall Portfolio Credit Framework compliance to Investment Policy

Portfolio Performance against relevant market benchmark.

Council’s Investment Policy prescribes AusBond Bank Bill Index (ABBI) as a benchmark to measure return on cash and fixed interest securities. The ABBI represents average daily yield of a parcel of bank bills. Historically there has been a positive correlation between changes in the cash rate and the resulting impact on the ABBI benchmark.

The portfolio yield to 28 February 2018 exceeded the AusBond Bank Bill index by 98 basis points (2.73% against 1.75 %).

Council continues to achieve a solid outcome despite ongoing margin contraction and significantly lower market term deposit yields. Comparative yields for the previous months are charted below:

Performance of Portfolio Returns against Budget

Council’s investment income for the 8 months to February 2018 exceeded budget by $780k mainly due to higher actual monthly average portfolio holdings compared to budgeted monthly average portfolio holdings for the period.

Investment Portfolio at a Glance

Portfolio Performance

The portfolio yield to 28 February 2018 exceeded the AusBond Bank Bill index by 98 basis points (2.73% against 1.75%)

Annual Income vs. Budget

Council’s investment interest income exceeded budget by $780k as at 28 February 2018 mainly due to higher actual monthly average portfolio holdings compared to budgeted monthly average portfolio holdings.

Investment Policy Compliance

Legislative Requirements		Fully Compliant.
Portfolio Credit Rating Limit		Fully Compliant.
Institutional Exposure Limits	X	Investments in Police Credit Union (SA) is slightly higher than the policy limit - $2m maturing in August 2018 will be recalled.
Overall Portfolio Credit Limits		Fully Compliant.
Term to Maturity Limits		Fully Compliant.

Economic Outlook – Reserve Bank of Australia

The Reserve Bank has left the official cash rate on hold at 1.5 per cent in its 6 March 2018 meeting. The current 1.5 per cent cash rate is at a historically low level and impacts returns on investment

Certificate of Responsible Accounting Officer

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

Independent verification by Head of Audit, Risk and Improvement (HARI)

Council requested an independent review of its investment portfolio by Audit Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC) or its representative under delegated authority. The ARIC has agreed for its Chairperson to provide a confirmation certificate on a quarterly basis – the next certificate will be presented to Council on 28 May 2018.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Council’s investment interest income exceeded budget by $780k as at 28 February 2018 mainly due to higher actual monthly average portfolio holdings compared to budgeted monthly average portfolio holdings.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	There are no social and cultural considerations.
Civic Leadership	There are no civic leadership and governance considerations.
Legislative	Council is fully compliant with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1993 – Investment Order (authorized investments) and with reporting requirements under Clause 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Investment Portfolio - February 2018 ⇩

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Committee Reports

CTTE 01

Minutes of the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting held on 5 February 2018

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Celebrate diversity, promote inclusion and recognise heritage
File Ref	056922.2018
Report By	Thomas Wheeler - Heritage Officer
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Executive Summary

This report is tabled in order to present the Minutes of the Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting held on 5 February 2018.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the Minutes of the Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting held on 5 February 2018; and

2. Notes that the potential heritage significance of 9 Mill Road will be considered during the assessment of DA-563/2017.

REPORT

The Minutes of the Heritage Advisory Committee held on 5 February 2018 are attached for the information of Council.

The minutes include one recommendation from the Committee.

Recommendation 1

Council impose an Interim Heritage Order on 9 Mill Road, Liverpool, to enable a consideration of its heritage significance and potential inclusion in Schedule 5 of Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008.

Comment

9 Mill Road is the subject of a development application (DA-563/2017) for the construction of a residential apartment building. The site is not currently heritage listed and has not been previously identified as a potential heritage item.

The heritage significance of the property will be considered during the assessment of the development application.

Following the assessment, if an Interim Heritage Order is considered to be appropriate, the Chief Executive Officer has the delegated authority to issue an order.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	There are no economic 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	Heritage Act 1977.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Minutes of the Liverpool Heritage Advisory Committee meeting of 5 February 2018.⇩

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Committee Reports

CTTE 02

Minutes of the Liverpool Youth Council Committee Meeting held 14 February 2018

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Implement access and equity for all members of the community
File Ref	060593.2018
Report By	Galavizh Ahmadi Nia - Manager Community Development and Planning
Approved By	Dr Eddie Jackson - Director City Community and Culture

Executive Summary

This report is tabled in order to present the Minutes of the Liverpool Youth Council Meeting held on 14 February 2018.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the Minutes of the Liverpool Youth Council Meeting held on 14 February 2018; and

2. Endorse the recommendations in the Minutes.

REPORT

The Minutes of the Liverpool Youth Council held on 14 February 2018 are attached for the information of Council.

The Minutes identify a number of actions that require Council staff to undertake, including the following which may have a financial impact on Council:

The Liverpool Youth Council members recently formed a sub-committee to research the expressed needs of young people for quality study time options and library opening hours during the Higher School Certificate (HSC) period within the Sydney metropolitan area. Youth Council members moved a motion requesting the extension of library hours for a set time during the HSC period. It is recommended that library hours at the Liverpool and Carnes Hill libraries are extended to provide students with greater flexibility to study around their particular timetables and to reduce the influx of student numbers at current peak times.

The Youth Council understand that this recommendation will have financial and staffing implications, however, it is emphasised that this would address a need identified by young people and provide greater benefit to local students at a time when the libraries are operating at peak capacity during the HSC period.

The Liverpool Youth Council have put forward the following motion:

That Council investigate the potential extension of opening hours during the Higher School Certificate examination period, from mid-September to mid-November at the Liverpool City Library and the Carnes Hill Library. Recommended opening times are Monday to Sunday 9am - 8pm daily.

The motion above is related also to the Question with Notice from Councillor Kaliyanda at the Council meeting on 28 February. Council staff have investigated the financial implications and impact on staff roster arrangements. A response to these questions, including the financial implications, has been provided in the response to the Question with Notice, to better inform Council’s decision making processes.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	There would be financial implications that will be outlined in the response to Councillor Charisma Kaliyanda’s - Questions With Notice from the Council meeting on 28 February 2018.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver coordinated services to the community.
Civic Leadership	Facilitate the development of community leaders. Encourage the community to engage in Council initiatives and actions.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Minutes Liverpool Youth Council 14 February 2018 ⇩

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Committee Reports

CTTE 03

Minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting held on 9 February 2018

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Strive for best practice in all Council processes
File Ref	065536.2018
Report By	George Hampouris - Head of Audit Risk and Improvement
Approved By	Kiersten Fishburn - Chief Executive Officer

Executive Summary

This report is tabled in order to present the Minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting held on 9 February 2018.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the Minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting held on 9 February 2018; and

2. Endorses the recommendations in the Minutes.

REPORT

The Minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee held on 9 February 2018 are attached for the information of Council.

The Minutes identify a number of actions that require Council staff to undertake, none of which will have any financial impact on Council.

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	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 8B and 23A

ATTACHMENTS

1. Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee minutes- 9 February 2018 ⇩

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Committee Reports

CTTE 04

Minutes of the Civic Advisory Committee Meeting held 6 March 2018

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Increase community engagement
File Ref	066812.2018
Report By	George Georgakis - Manager Council and Executive Services
Approved By	Kiersten Fishburn - Chief Executive Officer

Executive Summary

This report is tabled in order to present the Minutes of the Civic Advisory Committee Meeting held on 6 March 2018.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council;

1. Receives and adopts the minutes of the Civic Advisory Committee Meeting held on 6 March 2018; and

2. Endorses the Committee’s recommendation as contained in the minutes for Liverpool Neighbourhood Connections to be the recipient of the funds raised from the 2018 Liverpool City Council Charity Ball.

REPORT

The Minutes of the Civic Advisory Committee Meeting held on 6 March 2018 are attached for the information of Council.

The Minutes identify a number of actions that require Council staff to undertake, none of which will have any financial impact on Council.

Item 5 of the Agenda was a report on the nominations received to be beneficiaries of the funds raised from the 2018 Liverpool City Council Charity Ball. As noted in the minutes, nominations were received from six organisations and the Committee endorsed the recommendation by Council’s assessment panel, that Liverpool Neighbourhood Connections be chosen as the recipient of the funds raised from the 2018 Charity Ball.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	There are no economic and financial considerations.
Environment	Raise community awareness and support action in relation to environmental issues.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. 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. 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. Civic Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes from 6 March 2018 ⇩

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Committee Reports

CTTE 05

Minutes of Budget Review Panel 22 February 2018

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Strive for best practice in all Council processes
Key Policy	Long-Term Financial Plan
File Ref	070704.2018
Report By	Earl Paradeza - Senior Management Accountant
Approved By	Vishwa Nadan - Manager Financial Services

Executive Summary

The report tables the Minutes of the Budget Review Panel meeting held on 22 February 2018.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council adopts the minutes of the Budget Review Panel meeting held on 22 February 2018.

REPORT

The Minutes of the Budget Review Panel held on 22 February 2018 are attached for the information of Council.

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. Deliver a high quality local road system including provision and maintenance of infrastructure and management of traffic issues. 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.
Civic Leadership	Undertake communication practices with the community and stakeholders across a range of media. 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	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Minutes of Budget Review Panel - 22 February 2018 ⇩

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Questions with Notice

QWN 01

Question with Notice - Clr Kaliyanda

Strategic Direction

Creating Connection

Provide community facilities which are accessible to all

File Ref

060952.2018

QUESTION WITH NOTICE

Please address the following:

1. Have the merits of extending the operating hours of Liverpool City Library and Carnes Hill Library during the Higher School Certificate trial exam and final exam previously been considered?

· The library has looked at an increase in opening hours amongst a range of other service improvements to assist Liverpool students with the HSC.

· The HSC programs began last year and this year will include:

o Master Essay Writing (Feb) - completed

o HSC half year revision: English (Apr) – Carnes Hill Library

o HSC half year revision: General 2 (Apr) – Carnes Hill Library

o HSC half year revision: Advanced mathematics (Apr) – Carnes Hill Library

o Mock Trials: English Paper 1 (Jul) – Liverpool City Library

o Mock Trials: English Paper 2 (Jul) – Liverpool City Library

o Mock Trials: General Maths (Jul) – Liverpool City Library

o Mock Trials: Advanced Maths (Jul) – Liverpool City Library

o Last Minute to Band 6 HSC Talk (Aug) – Carnes Hill Library

o HSCram – in partnership with University of Sydney (Oct - unplanned) – Liverpool City Library

o Succeeding in the HSC (Dec – unplanned) – Carnes Hill Library

· Our HSC services also include access to online study resources available to Library members at home including HSC Study Lab.

· We are also developing a partnership with University of Sydney through their Widening Participation and Outreach Program which will deliver additional support to high school students for their studies through study support programs at Liverpool Library and access to Studiosity (online homework and study support).

· Western Sydney University (WSU) Campus Library is also available to the public as a quite study space. It is however fairly small, and there is no access to other library services.

Opening hours	During Session (includes Intra-Session break)	Inter-Session Break (includes Summer Session)
Mon - Thu	8:00 am - 9:00 pm	8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri	8:00 am - 7:00 pm	8.30 am - 5.30 pm
Sat (until Apr 29)	12:30 pm - 4:30 pm	12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Sun	12:30 pm - 4:30 pm	CLOSED

The weekend opening hours will be extending from May, from 9.30am-4.30pm Saturday and Sunday.

2. If so, what are the findings of any investigation or study carried out?

· That on a financial basis the programing mentioned above was better value for Council. The programs listed above have a budget of $8200.

· Low staffing levels and a lack of casuals would make staffing the extra hours very difficult.

3. What are the financial/budget implications of extending the opening hours of both libraries to 9am – 8.30pm, Monday – Sunday during the HSC period (mid-September to mid-November)?

· Over a nine week period this would involve Liverpool Library being open an additional 110 hrs and Carnes Hill Library 191hrs for a total of 301 hours.

· The vast majority of these hours would need to be paid as overtime and each branch would require a minimum of three (3) staff for safety as well as service requirements. This would equal 903 staff hours at overtime or casual loading.

· At least one staff member would need to be a Grade 10 or above and the remaining two could be Grade 5 or a Grade 5 casual. This would however depend on staff availability and willingness to work and could require higher grade staff being the only people available.

· Staff costs are estimated to be in the vicinity of $56K to $60K+ not including the administrative time to set this up e.g. additional rostering, promotions etc

· Other ancillary costs would include increased security costs and utilities costs.

4. What timeframe and process would be required to make these changes to the opening hours of these two highly patronised libraries?

· Roster would require rewriting and negotiation with staff conducted.

· Air-conditioning, alarms and any other computerised functions would need adjustment.

· Promotion conducted.

· Security contract extra hours organised.

· Business case to finance for the extra overtime and casual funds created and approved.

· Timeframe would be within two months.

Alternative Extension of Hours

1. Change the late closing of Green Valley Library from Tuesday and Thursday (currently shared with Carnes Hill, Casula and Moorebank Libraries) to Monday and Wednesday.

· This would mean that from Monday to Thursday there would be 2 libraries in the network (including Liverpool) open to 8pm.

· There are no financial implications.

2. Open Carnes Hill Library till 8pm Monday to Friday rather than the current 5pm close Monday Wednesday and Friday.

· With the above change to Green Valley Library this would allow the Liverpool network to have 3 libraries open till 8pm most nights a week.

· Over a 9 week HSC period this would cost Council approximately $15K to $17K on the basis this would be overtime and casual hours.

· This could also act as a trial for Carnes Hill Library to be permanently open till 8pm Monday to Friday as it is an opportunity to gauge community interest.

ATTACHMENTS

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Questions with Notice

QWN 02

Question with Notice - Clr Hadchiti

Strategic Direction

Leading through Collaboration

Strive for best practice in all Council processes

File Ref

075495.2018

QUESTION WITH NOTICE

Please address the following:

1. The SDRO currently reviews (if requested) and collects infringements that Council Officers issue.

Is there anything in the Act that states that this process needs to be undertaken by the SDRO, or does Council have the option to take over this process?

2. Where two properties commit the exact same offence in relation to a compliance issue the total dollar amount of the infringement issued could vary as a whole depending on how many owners each property has.

For example Property A has one owner so is issued 1x$3,000 fine. Property B has 4 owners so is issued 4x$3,000 fines. Is there anything in the Act that prevents Council from only issuing one Infringement instead of four, or a total amount divided by the number of owners?

3. Who has the authority within Council to issue an Order in relation to compliance?

4. What review processes are in place to ensure that if an order is issued it is issued correctly?

5. How many Notices of Proposed Order have been issued since 1/07/2016 and how many of these have followed through into the order being issued?

6. What was the total amount collected for each year from infringement revenue in the 2015/2016 & 2016/2017 financial years? What is the YTD figure for the 2017/2018 financial year?

7. How many appearances has Council had to make in Court defending an infringement that has been challenged since 1/07/2016?

8. What has the estimated cost been for Council to attend and what has been the outcome?

A response to these Questions with Notice will be provided in the April 2018 Business Papers.

ATTACHMENTS

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Notices of Motion

NOM 01

CBD Committee

Strategic Direction

Leading through Collaboration

Encourage community participation in decision-making

File Ref

067411.2018

Author

Tony Hadchiti - Councillor

Background

At Council’s ordinary meeting held 13 December 2017 a CBD Committee was established with relevant stakeholders, community representatives and the Charter for that committee was endorsed.

Liverpool Police Area Command, as they are now known since the merger with Green Valley, have approached me to request a seat at the table on that committee.

They propose that their Crime Prevention Officer will be the representative.

Given the Police are a major stakeholder it is fitting that the charter is updated to accommodate this request.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1. Endorse a change to the CBD Committee charter as to allow Liverpool Police Area Command to be a stake holder; and

2. Notify Liverpool Police Area Command of this update.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S COMMENT

Council welcomes the opportunity to work with NSW Police on the CBD Committee. The current charter will allow for the inclusion of NSW Police on the Committee and therefore will not require updating. Council will contact NSW Police, Liverpool Local Area Commander to invite a representative to participate as a member 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
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Support policies and plans that prevent crime. Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver coordinated services to the community.
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. Actively advocate for federal and state government support, funding and services.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

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Notices of Motion

NOM 02

Problem Gambling

Strategic Direction

Leading through Collaboration

Encourage community participation in decision-making

File Ref

075768.2018

Author

Charishma Kaliyanda - Councillor

Background

Earlier this month the State Government passed changes to the regulation of gaming machines in hotels and clubs. The changes will see assessments move from the current LGA level to the smaller Statistical Area 2 (SA2) level. Significantly, each SA2 is assigned a score based on Socio-Economic Indexes for Area (SEIFA), gaming machine expenditure per capita and number of gaming machines per capita. Each SA2 is then allocated to bands, where:

● Band 3 – 20% of SA2s with highest levels of socio-economic disadvantage (high risk). Areas in this band would have level of poker machines capped at current levels.

● Band 2 – 30% of SA2s with moderate levels of socio-economic disadvantage (medium risk). Areas in this band would have scope for more poker machines to be approved.

● Band 1 – 50% of SA2s with lower levels of socio-economic disadvantage (low risk). Areas in this band would be “free for all” for approval of extra poker machines.

Liverpool is made up of approximately a dozen SA2s. According to information on the Liquor and Gaming website, hotels and clubs will now be allowed to move gaming machines from neighbouring SA2s regardless of whether they lie in the same LGA or not. As per current legislation, the changes continue to allow machines to be moved within an LGA. Under these new arrangements Liverpool is faced with the scenario of poker machines being moved into the CBD from neighbouring areas in the Fairfield LGA such as Cabramatta and Mount Pritchard, an area that now has a cap of the number of gaming machines. Once in the Liverpool CBD these machines can then be moved anywhere in the LGA.

Curiously, applications for an increased number of machines in SA2s branded as either Band 1 or 2 can be made without a Local Impact Assessment if the machines are from within the same LGA. These applications are then assessed by the Department, potentially without any input by the local community.

In 2010, a Productivity Commission Report highlighted the link between regular use of electronic gaming or poker machines (EGMs) and high problem gambling prevalence rates. Problem gambling has been found to have the following impacts:

● financial harm

● relationship breakdown, conflict or disruption

● emotional of psychological distress

● deconditioning of health

● cultural harm

● reduced performance at work/study

● criminal activity

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

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

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

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

The changes to the regulations threaten the health and wellbeing of our residents, especially younger residents who are at greatest risk.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

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

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

3. That Council set up a register to track the number and location of poker machines within the LGA, and make this information publicly available via the website;

4. That Council advise residents via social media, the website, and letter, as per the Notification Policy, of applications to transfer or add poker machine numbers in the LGA; and

5. Provide Councillors with quarterly reporting on the number of poker machines in the LGA, in line with section 6.4.5 of the Social Impact Assessment Policy.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	There are no economic and financial considerations.
Environment	Raise community awareness and support action in relation to environmental issues.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Support policies and plans that prevent crime.
Civic Leadership	Act as an environmental leader in the community. 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.
Legislative	Gaming Machines Act.

ATTACHMENTS

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Notices of Motion

NOM 03

Macquarie Mall Smoking

Strategic Direction

Strengthening and Protecting our Environment

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

File Ref

076074.2018

Author

Geoff Shelton - Councillor

Background

Complaints and objections to Council by shopkeepers, patrons, visitors and others who frequent Macquarie Mall as to the prevalence of smoking in the Mall are starting to reach a tipping point. While such complaints and objections have been made frequently in the past and are hardly new the degree of concern has in recent times reached a new level. The past shows any government body seeking to be proactive in this area has needed to show determination and courage, and given Liverpool Council's limited legal powers and financial resources this is just as applicable to any future action that might taken in the Mall.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council obtains a report for a future briefing session as to the following:

1. The extent of Council's legal powers to police and regulate smoking in Macquarie Mall;

2. The extent of Council's existing resources, financial or otherwise, to police and regulate smoking in Macquarie Mall;

3. Options (and any attendant issues) as to how smoking in Macquarie Mall might in the future be regulated and policed; and

4. Any other matter staff may feel is relevant.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Minor economic and financial considerations at the moment as this motion is only calling for the preparation of a report.
Environment	Manage air, water, noise and chemical pollution. 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. Foster neighbourhood pride and a sense of responsibility. Provide information about Council’s services, roles and decision making processes. Deliver services that are customer focused.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

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Notices of Motion

NOM 04

Early Childhood Development

Strategic Direction

Creating Connection

Provide community facilities which are accessible to all

File Ref

076154.2018

Author

Geoff Shelton - Councillor

Background

Liverpool City Council is a highly respected provider of early childhood development services including as an operator of six Early Education and Care Centres and one Pre-School. A CBD facility has also been under consideration. Council's services to the community in this regard have received many awards for attainments in quality and generally set the benchmark by which other providers are judged. These services are operated on a break even basis and community demand for early childhood development services of the highest calibre remains high. The programs in each centre provide a range of planned and spontaneous learning experiences for the young, and curriculum planning is based on the National Early Years Learning Framework. Given the high degree of community satisfaction with these Council provided services, the growing demand for such services, the expected increases in and movement of population especially in terms of the growth of high rise living and Council's achievements generally in the area of early childhood development, the following motion is suggested.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council receive a report at a future briefing session dealing with the following:

1. Projected future demand for early childhood development services from Council both generally and as to particular regions within the LGA;

2. Projected future demand for early childhood development services from other providers both generally and as to particular regions within the LGA;

3. The extent to which strategies are in place or are being developed to address such changes in demand;

4. Any relevant anticipated changes to the regulatory environment in which Council operates in this regard;

5. The extent to which such services are available for children with special needs in the LGA; and

6. The suitability and availability of present (and likely future) accommodation for such services.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Minor economic and financial considerations at this time as only a report is being sought.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Support access and services for people with a disability. Deliver high quality services for children and their families.
Civic Leadership	Act as an environmental leader in the community. Provide information about Council’s services, roles and decision making processes. Deliver services that are customer focused.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

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EGROW 01	Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 - Draft Amendment 68 (Reclassification of Community Land and rezoning of Part Lot 1001 DP 1006332)
Attachment 1	Gateway determination

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EGROW 01	Liverpool Local Environmental Plan 2008 - Draft Amendment 68 (Reclassification of Community Land and rezoning of Part Lot 1001 DP 1006332)
Attachment 3	Collated public authority and community consultation submissions