Agenda of Ordinary Meeting

Type

Business Area

Description

Proposed fee including GST

New Fee

Recreation Management

Bronze Swim Squad (per fortnight)

$61.80

New Fee

Recreation Management

Silver Swim Squad (per fortnight)

$65.00

New Fee

Recreation Management

Gold Swim Squad (per fortnight)

$69.00

New Fee

Property Services

Outdoor Dining Permit for each large structure in Macquarie Mall, Liverpool (annual Permit fee)

$600.00

New Fee

Property Services

Outdoor Dining Permit for each small structure in Macquarie Mall, Liverpool (annual Permit fee)

$150.00

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Ordinary Meeting 29 May 2019

City Community and Culture Report

COM 02

Grants, Donations and Corporate Sponsorship

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Implement access and equity for all members of the community
File Ref	086589.2019
Report By	Galavizh Ahmadi Nia - Manager Community Development and Planning
Approved By	Tina Sangiuliano - Acting 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. Council helps achieve these goals by providing financial support through grants and sponsorships 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, Community, Matching, and Sustainable Environment Grants for Council’s consideration.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council endorses the funding recommendation of $20,000 (GST exclusive) under the Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program for the following projects:

Applicant	Project	Recommended
Igbo Community Australia	African Cultural & Dinner Nite 2019	$10,000
South West Sydney Waratahs	Aboriginal Koori Knock Out Carnival 2019	$10,000

That Council endorses the funding recommendation of $31,500 (GST exclusive) under the Community Grants Program for the following projects:

Applicant	Project	Recommended
Cancer Patients Foundation	Look Good Feel Better	$5,000
The Junction Works Limited	Baby and Child CPR & First Aid	$5,000
Chipping Norton Public School P&C Association	Chess Tables for playground	$5,000
The Australian Foundation for Disability	Engaging Our People with Disabilities in Community Life	$5,000
The Shepherd Centre	Talk Together	$5,000
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW Sydney Archdioceses	Men’s Fresh Start Program	$5,000
Language Festival Association	Liverpool Language	$1,500

That Council endorses the funding recommendation of $105,000 (GST exclusive) under the Matching Grants Program for the following projects:

Applicant	Project	Recommended
Miracle Babies Foundation Ltd	NICU Graduate Bags for Families of Premature and Sick Newborn Babies	$15,000
Life Education NSW	‘Face the Facts’	$15,000
Child Abuse Prevention Service (CAPS)	Safe Children Safe Families for Children with Special Needs	$15,000
Sumer Association for Culture and Arts Incorporated	100 Souls, 100 Stories	$15,000
NSW Radio Controlled Racing Car Inc.	Field Lighting - New Options, New Future	$15,000
Liverpool Neighbourhood Connections	Backpack beds for Liverpool's Homeless	$15,000
Think & Do Tank Foundation	Wandering Books	$15,000

That Council endorses the funding recommendation of $48,500 (GST exclusive) under the Sustainable Environment Grants Program for the following projects:

Applicant	Project	Recommended
Warwick Farm Public School	Aboriginal Bush Tucker & Yarning Circle	$5,000
Nuwarra Public School	Sustainability Squad	$5,000
Cecil Hills Public School	School Gardening Group	$4,000
St. Mark's Coptic Orthodox College	School Agricultural Garden	$5,000
Malek Fahd Islamic School Limited	School Garden	$4,500
Cecil Hills High School	Chilled Water Stations (Reduce Single-Use Plastic)	$5,000
FoodFaith Ltd	Liverpool B and B Highway (Bed & Breakfasts for Birds, Bees and Biodiversity)	$5,000
Holsworthy Preschool	Native indigenous Garden	$5,000
SCRAP (School Communities Recycling All Paper) Ltd	Holsworthy Community Garden Biodiversity	$5,000
AFFORD	Creating a sustainable environment	$5,000

REPORT

Corporate Sponsorship

The Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program received two applications which met the eligibility criteria and are recommended for funding as outlined below:

Applicant	Igbo Community Australia	Location	Liverpool
Project	African Cultural & Dinner Night Liverpool Catholic Club, 24 August 2019, 5:30pm to 11pm	Amount Requested	$10,000
Description	Objectives Unique to Liverpool, the event is held in collaboration with several African-Australian community groups. The event will highlight the contribution Liverpool residents from 22 African nations make to the wider LGA. Outcomes • Provide a platform for African communities to bond, network and showcase African heritage and talents to the wider Australian society and for African-Australian communities to connect, share ideas and initiate projects; • Attract publicity and many visitors from all over the country to Liverpool; • Promote emerging African artistic talents; and • The event attracts high profile guests including Ambassadors and High Commissioners, State and Federal Ministers, State and Federal MPs, the Mayor and Councillors.
Beneficiaries	• 500 attendees; and • Ambassadors and High Commissioners, State and Federal Ministers, State and Federal MPs, Mayor and Councillors.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $10,000 The applicant’s event aligns with the Community Strategic Plan Directions 1 Creating Connections and meets the Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program’s funding benefits and outcomes. The event delivers a community event, implementing access and equity for all members of the community and by celebrating diversity. 4.2.2 Community, cultural, and social benefit; a); b) & c). • Provides an innovative opportunity to meet community needs and promote Liverpool’s cultural diversity and celebrate our City’s uniqueness; • Enhances Liverpool’s profile and reputation as an outward looking, creative and connected city; and • Creates opportunities for education and information exchange between Council, the community and the sector. 5.1 Expected program outcomes: a); b); & d). • Provide an opportunity for measurable economic, social, environmental and/or cultural benefits to Council and the Liverpool LGA; • Provide opportunities for the community to participate and contribute in activities/events in the Liverpool LGA; and • Provide extensive coverage and promotional/publicity opportunities across a range of media outlets.

Applicant	South West Metro Waratahs Aboriginal Football Club	Location	Newcastle
Project	Aboriginal Koori Knock Out Carnival, October 2019	Amount Requested	$10,000
Description	Objectives The NSW Koori Rugby League Knockout Carnival is one of the biggest Indigenous gatherings in Australia with over 60,000 people attending last year and referred to as the modern-day corroboree. Outcomes • Engage in local multicultural celebrations and share cultural knowledge; • Acknowledgement of Council’s commitment to the Aboriginal Community under the Reconciliation Action Plan; and • Promote strong Aboriginal culture and connections.
Beneficiaries	• 60,000 TV audience via coverage of the competition; • Local teams competing; and • Acknowledge Liverpool’s support to the Aboriginal community through media coverage.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $10,000 The applicant’s event aligns with the Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 Creating Connections, the Reconciliation Action Plan and meets the Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Program’s funding benefits and outcomes. 4.2.2 Community, cultural, and social benefit: a); & b). • Provides and promotes Liverpool’s cultural diversity and celebrates our city’s uniqueness; and • Enhances Liverpool’s profile and reputation as an outward looking, creative and connected city. 5.1 Expected program outcomes: d) & e). • Provide extensive coverage and promotional/publicity opportunities across a range of media outlets; and • Promote Council’s reputation as a great place to live, visit, work, and invest.

Community Grants Program

The Community Grants Program received nine applications, seven of which met the criteria and are recommended for funding as outlined below

Applicant	Cancer Patients Foundation	Location	Liverpool
Project	Look Good Feel Better	Amount Requested	$8,000 *Community Grants program has a maximum funding of $5,000.
Description	Objectives A free program for cancer patients dedicated to teaching how to manage physical appearance related to the side-effects caused by cancer treatment. Outcomes • Improve the well-being and confidence of cancer patients; • Provide opportunity to socially engage and make connections with others suffering the same situation; • Opportunity to learn new skills to deal with physical changes; and • Address isolation issue experienced by cancer patients through their cancer treatment journey.
Beneficiaries	• 100 patients; and • Families, friends and the wider community.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The applicant’s project aligns with the Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connections and Community Grants program’s funding priorities and outcomes. 9.3.2 Funding priorities: a); b); c); d); f); & g) The Community Grants program will support projects that: • Improve connections and build social networks within the community; • Increase participation of people in community activities and programs, including members of the community who are experiencing social disadvantage; • Facilitate access to education, training and employment opportunities; • Improve opportunities for people to build confidence and develop their skills; • Improve collaboration and coordination of community support and services; and • Improve social and physical wellbeing through a prevention and early intervention approach.

Applicant	The Junction Works Limited	Location	Casula
Project	Baby and Child CPR & First Aid	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Provide a series of baby and child cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid Workshops for parents and residents. Outcomes • Increase wellbeing and safety of families; • Empower the community to take control in an emergency; • Build relationships amongst community members; and • Provide accessible workshops to the community.
Beneficiaries	100 attendees, their families and the wider community.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The applicant’s project aligns with the Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connections and Community Grants program’s funding priorities and outcomes. 9.3.2 Funding priorities: a); b); & g) • Improve connections and build social networks within the community; • Increase participation of people in community activities and programs, including members of the community who are experiencing social disadvantage; and • Improve social and physical wellbeing through a prevention and early intervention approach. 9.3.3 Expected program outcomes: a) & c) • Increased involvement and engagement by communities in social activities; and • Strengthened maintenance, management or improvement of physical and mental health and wellbeing.

Applicant	Chipping Norton Public School P&C Association	Location	Chipping Norton
Project	Chess Tables for the Playground	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Purchase and install chess tables in the school grounds, providing assessible alternative outdoor equipment, for the students and local community accessing the school grounds. Outcomes • Engage students in meaningful educational play; • Provide access to the wider community that consistently use the school grounds; and • Create positive interaction amongst students and the wider community through play.
Beneficiaries	• Students attending the school; and • Residents and community members accessing the grounds.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The applicant’s project aligns with the Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connections and Community Grants program’s funding priorities and outcomes 9.3.2 Funding priorities: a); b); d); & e) • Improve connections and build social networks within the community; • Increase participation of people in community activities and programs, including members of the community who are experiencing social disadvantage; • Improve opportunities for people to build confidence and develop their skills; and • Facilitate inclusion and equitable access to facilities, services, open spaces and activities. 9.3.3 Expected program outcomes; a); b); & d) • Increased involvement and engagement by communities in social activities; • Increased number of people feeling a strong sense of social wellbeing; and • Improved access to information and development of new skills.

Applicant	Australian Foundation for Disability	Location	Prestons
Project	Engaging Our People with Disabilities in Community Life	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Deliver educational programs for people with disabilities from a diverse range of cultures, ages, and many forms of disabilities. The program includes: social outings, exposure to hands-on experience with alcohol and drugs; road safety information sessions; and life skills. Outcomes • Exposure to life experiences; • Awareness of the dangers of drinking, smoking and drug use; • Provide safer environments for employees with disabilities to work; and • Appropriate targeted education program ensuring the messages and information is retained and absorbed.
Beneficiaries	100 participants
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The applicant’s project aligns with the Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connections and Community Grants’ program’s funding priorities and outcomes 9.3.2 Funding priorities: a); b); c); d); e); f); & g) • Improve connections and build social networks within the community; • Increase participation of people in community activities and programs, including members of the community who are experiencing social disadvantage; • Facilitate access to education, training and employment opportunities; • Improve opportunities for people to build confidence and develop their skills; • Facilitate inclusion and equitable access to facilities, services, open spaces and activities; • Improve collaboration and coordination of community support and services; and • Improve social and physical wellbeing through a prevention and early intervention approach. 9.3.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c); & d) • Increased involvement and engagement by communities in social activities; • Increased number of people feeling a strong sense of social wellbeing; • Strengthened maintenance, management or improvement of physical and mental health and wellbeing; and • Improved access to information and development of new skills.

Applicant	The Shepherd Centre	Location	Casula
Project	Talk Together	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Deliver a supportive and educational program for parents and carers of children with hearing impairment. The program includes: emotional support, group discussions participation, life skill activities, developing listening, speech and language skills. Outcomes • Social inclusion through education and learning; • Building support networks; and • Teaching carers about the needs for supporting children with hearing impairment.
Beneficiaries	• 50 children; and • Family members, teachers and friends.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The applicant’s project aligns with the Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connections and Community Grants program’s funding priorities and outcomes 9.3.2 Funding priorities: a); b); d); f); & g) • Improve connections and build social networks within the community; • Increase participation of people in community activities and programs, including members of the community who are experiencing social disadvantage; • Improve opportunities for people to build confidence and develop their skills; • Improve collaboration and coordination of community support and services; and • Improve social and physical wellbeing through a prevention and early intervention approach. 9.3.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c); & d) • Increased involvement and engagement by communities in social activities; • Increased number of people feeling a strong sense of social wellbeing; • Strengthened maintenance, management or improvement of physical and mental health and wellbeing; and • Improved access to information and development of new skills.

Applicant	St Vincent de Paul Society NSW	Location	Liverpool
Project	Men’s Fresh Start Program	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Deliver a 12 week supportive and educational program directed to men leaving correctional facilities and residing at the Liverpool Men’s Centre. Outcomes • Developed skills in dealing with the risk of gambling and alcohol issues; • Developed skills in conflict resolution; • Knowledge of life skills, employment and day to day needs; and • Lower the risk of homelessness.
Beneficiaries	• Up to 124 men and their families; and • The broader Liverpool LGA (indirectly)
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The applicant’s project aligns with the Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connections and Community Grants program’s funding priorities and outcomes 9.3.2 Funding priorities: b); c); d); f); & g) • Increase participation of people in community activities and programs, including members of the community who are experiencing social disadvantage; • Facilitate access to education, training and employment opportunities; • Improve opportunities for people to build confidence and develop their skills; • Improve collaboration and coordination of community support and services; and • Improve social and physical wellbeing through a prevention and early intervention approach. 9.3.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c); e); & f) • Increased involvement and engagement by communities in social activities; • Increased number of people feeling a strong sense of social wellbeing; • Strengthened maintenance, management or improvement of physical and mental health and wellbeing; • Increased numbers of people undertaking educational courses and gaining sustainable employment; and • Reduced financial hardship and social disadvantage, including food insecurity and homelessness.

Applicant	Language Festival Association	Location	Liverpool Library
Project	Liverpool Language	Amount Requested	$1,500
Description	Objectives Deliver a cultural and educational event devoted to celebrating language diversity. The event features: talks; presentations; cameo presentations; linguistic and cultural activities. Outcomes • Strengthen social inclusion; • Community development and learning of languages; and • Education on different culture and languages.
Beneficiaries	300 participants and visitors.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $1,500 The applicant’s project aligns with the Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connections and Community Grants program’s funding priorities and outcomes. 9.3.2 Funding priorities: a); b); c): & d) • Improve connections and build social networks within the community; • Increase participation of people in community activities and programs, including members of the community who are experiencing social disadvantage; • Facilitate access to education, training and employment opportunities; and • Improve opportunities for people to build confidence and develop their skills. 9.3.3 Expected program outcomes: a) & d) • Increased involvement and engagement by communities in social activities; and • Improved access to information and development of new skills

An additional two applications failed to meet the Community Grants program’s funding priorities. The unsuccessful applicants will be notified and invited to meet with the Community Development team to discuss strengthening future applications when applying for Council funds.

Applicant	Mission Australia	Location	Liverpool
Project	The Happy Project Game and Gains	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Youth program to deliver activities for young (12-18-year-old) newly arrived entrants.
Assessment	Not Recommended for funding The applicant does not demonstrate or clearly describe how the proposed project meets the assessment criteria and general eligibility and exclusions in the Grants and Donation Policy. The program is a duplicated program and has been previously supported and funded through Council’s youth program. 6.2 Applications that are ineligible for funding: a) f); g); & h) • Projects that duplicate existing Council services or programs; • For general fundraising activities, general operational expenditure (e.g. administration, insurance, office equipment), shortfalls in funding by government departments or completed/retrospective projects; • Projects that will rely on recurrent funding from Council; and • Identical projects that have previously been funded by Council. Applicant did not: • Clearly identify their program and actual activities; • Provide supporting documentations; and • Provide an expenditure budget including what they will use the funding for. *Note*: Council’s Community Development team consider supporting the program through local initiatives.

Applicant	Jieng (Dinka) Community Association in NSW Inc.	Location	Liverpool
Project	In Resilience the Narratives of War	Amount Requested	$3,940
Description	Objectives Funding will be used to purchase office equipment, dinner and child minder staff.
Assessment	Not Recommended for funding The applicant does not demonstrate or clearly describe how the proposed project meets the assessment criteria and general eligibility and exclusions in the Grants and Donation Policy. 6.1 General eligibility: b) & c) • Be a resident of, or located in the Liverpool Local Government Area and/or principally providing services to the residents of Liverpool; and • Include all required supporting documentation with their application. 6.2 Applications that are ineligible for funding: f) • For general fundraising activities, general operational expenditure (e.g. administration, insurance, office equipment), shortfalls in funding by government departments or completed/retrospective projects. 9.3.8 Assessment criteria: • Evidence that the organisation has capacity to deliver the project; • Evidence provided to support the need for the project, including addressing at least one of the strategic directions in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; • Timeframe and budget are realistic and align with project objectives; • Appropriate project evaluation method; and • Sustainability of project after funding ceases. Applicant did not: • Clearly link the project description with the activities and expenditure items; • Meet the assessment criteria; • Clearly describe the proposed project; • Identify how they will deliver the objective in the project; and • Supply supporting documentation and evidence.

Matching Grants Program

The Matching Grants Program received 13 applications, seven of which met the criteria and are recommended for funding as outlined below.

Applicant	Miracle Babies Foundation Ltd	Location	Casula
Project	NICU Graduate Bags for Families of Premature and Sick Newborn Babies	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives The project will support Liverpool families with premature or sick babies upon their discharge from Liverpool Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Provide information bags containing educational material to empower families to best care for their child and achieve a better and healthier outcome. Outcomes • Empower families to support and care for their premature babies; • Establish support groups through connection families; and • Provide information to access services through the challenging experienced.
Beneficiaries	• 2,000 babies and families.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $15,000 The applicant’s project demonstrates a link to Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connection and the Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and expected outcomes. 9.7.2 Funding priorities • Social/community capacity building 9.7.3 Expected program outcomes a); d); f) & g) • Newly formed social connections and partnerships within communities, or reinforcement of those that already exist; • Increased opportunities for community members to acquire or develop new skills and/or employment; • Strengthened community members’ feelings of safety and sense of belonging within public spaces; and • Improved condition and accessibility of community infrastructure.

Applicant	Life Education NSW	Location	Liverpool LGA
Project	‘Face the Facts’	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives Preventative health program catering to years 7 to 12 students with a focus on alcohol, tobacco, cannabis and other drugs. The project will target a number of Liverpool high schools in disadvantage areas. Outcomes • Providing education on preventable addiction effects on individuals and their community; • Empower individuals through skills and strategies; • Education regarding rules, laws and policies on drug use; • Identify the acceptance of personal responsibility; and • Promotion of accessible health and support services.
Beneficiaries	• 2,400 school students; and • Peers and families.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $15,000 The applicant’s project demonstrates a link to Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connection and the Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and expected outcomes. 9.7.2 Funding priorities • Social/community capacity building; and • Youth engagement 9.7.3 Expected program outcomes c); d); & f) • Strengthened opportunities for community members and others to build personal creativity and self-expression; • Increased opportunities for community members to acquire or develop new skills and/or employment; and • Strengthened community members’ feelings of safety and sense of belonging within public spaces.

Applicant	Child Abuse Prevention Service (CAPS)	Location	Liverpool LGA
Project	Safe Children Safe Families for Children with Special Needs	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives Integrated community education program for children/people with a disability, parents and professionals. The program provides information and skills to prevent maltreatment, sexual abuse, specifically for the most vulnerable community members. Outcomes • Safer community environment for people with disabilities; • Developed personal support and network; • Knowledge and skills for families and professionals working with children and/or people with disability; and • Protection for vulnerable children and adults at high-risk of abuse.
Beneficiaries	2,000 people with disability, families and professional carers.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $15,000 The applicant’s project demonstrates a link to Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connection and the Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and expected outcomes. 9.7.2 Funding priorities • Social/community capacity building; • Youth engagement; • Accessibility; and • Community safety. 9.7.3 Expected program outcomes a); b); d); & f) • Newly formed social connections and partnerships within communities, or reinforcement of those that already exist; • Increased participation in community activities and organisations by improving collaboration and coordination of community support and services; • Increased opportunities for community members to acquire or develop new skills and/or employment; and • Strengthened community members’ feelings of safety and sense of belonging within public spaces.

Applicant	Sumer Association for Culture and Arts Incorporated	Location	Liverpool
Project	100 Souls, 100 Stories.	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives A social history project documenting the individual Mandaean stories about their migration journey to Australia through expressive art. The project is publishing a descriptive handbook on the art and mural, a collaborative project with Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre to celebrate and display during Liverpool Refugee Week. Outcomes • Enhance participation and well-being via art and storytelling; • Promote the importance of integration and generational interaction through art; and • Display self and collective expression through art; and • Enhance the sense of belonging amongst the Mandaean community members.
Beneficiaries	• 100 participants; • Family and friends; • Residents and visitors to Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre, and the broader community; and • Refugee Week Programs.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $15,000 The applicant’s project demonstrates a link to Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connection and the Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and expected outcomes. 9.7.2 Funding priorities • Arts; and • Social/community capacity building. 9.7.3 Expected program outcomes a); b); c); & d) • Newly formed social connections and partnerships within communities, or reinforcement of those that already exist; • Increased participation in community activities and organisations by improving collaboration and coordination of community support and services; • Strengthened opportunities for community members and others to build personal creativity and self-expression; and • Increased opportunities for community members to acquire or develop new skills and/or employment.

Applicant	NSW Radio Controlled Racing Car Inc.	Location	Moorebank
Project	Field Lighting - New Options, New Future	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives Installation of LED field lighting creating an opportunity to enable wider selection of model car classes to utilise the facilities. Outcomes • Enable wider participation and utilisation of the facilities; • Efficient and sustainable cost-effective lighting system; and • World class venue and facility in the Liverpool LGA.
Beneficiaries	200 members, visitors and volunteers.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $15,000 The applicant’s project demonstrates a link to Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connection and the Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and expected outcomes. 9.7.2 Funding priorities • Infrastructure; • Community safety/public space activation; and • Sports development. 9.7.3 Expected program outcomes b); e); f); & g) • Increased participation in community activities and organisations by improving collaboration and coordination of community support and services; • Create, renew or revitalise places and spaces within the community; • Strengthened community members’ feelings of safety and sense of belonging within public spaces; and • Improved condition and accessibility of community infrastructure.

Applicant	Liverpool Neighbourhood Connections	Location	Liverpool LGA
Project	Backpack Beds for Liverpool's Homeless	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives The purchase of homeless backpack beds designed as a single person ultra-lightweight crisis tent for Liverpool’s homeless. Working with partner agencies to distribute to those people in need including Liverpool Community Kitchen and Hub, Vinnies, Anglicare and United Mission. Outcomes · Protection and aid to community members at high risk of illness and injury; · Providing a safe and protected environment for homeless people; · Supporting partner services assisting the homeless people and community members at high risk of illness and injury; and · Allowing recipients greater autonomy and dignity in everyday living.
Beneficiaries	142 homeless people
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $15,000 The applicant’s project demonstrates a link to Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connection and the Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and expected outcomes. 9.7.2 Funding priorities • Social/community capacity building; and • Community safety/public space activation. 9.7.3 Expected program outcomes a); b); & f) • Newly formed social connections and partnerships within communities, or reinforcement of those that already exist; • Increased participation in community activities and organisations by improving collaboration and coordination of community support and services; and • Strengthened community members’ feelings of safety and sense of belonging within public spaces.

Applicant	Think & Do Tank Foundation	Location	Liverpool
Project	Wandering Books	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives Creative arts outreach program developed for multilingual children, targeting newly arrived refugee primary school children with low English proficiency. The project targets families identified by participating schools that are facing settlement and broader psychosocial challenges and students with learning difficulties or disrupted education. The program offers two components; an informal social lounge and creative workshops for children and their parents. Outcomes • Improved literacy skills; • Development of local artistic talent; • Build stronger connections with students and the wider school community and broader community; and • Enhance friendship and cross-cultural exchange.
Beneficiaries	• 240 students, their families, Marsden Road, Liverpool and Hoxton Park Public School community; and • 20 specialist volunteers and art facilitator.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $15,000 The applicant’s project demonstrates a link to Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 1 – Creating Connection and the Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and expected outcomes. 9.7.2 Funding priorities • Arts; • Social/community capacity building; and • Youth engagement. 9.7.3 Expected program outcomes a); b); c); & d) • Newly formed social connections and partnerships within communities, or reinforcement of those that already exist; • Increased participation in community activities and organisations by improving collaboration and coordination of community support and services; • Strengthened opportunities for community members and others to build personal creativity and self-expression; and • Increased opportunities for community members to acquire or develop new skills and/or employment.

An additional six applications failed to meet the Matching Grant’s program’s funding priorities and criteria. The unsuccessful applicants will be notified and invited to meet with the Community Development team to discuss strengthening future applications when applying for Council funds.

Applicant	High Resolves	Location	Ultimo
Project	Youth-led Social Cohesion Project	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives School based educational program catering to high school students, covering critical citizenship topics.
Assessment	Not recommended for funding The applicant does not demonstrate or clearly describe how the proposed project meets Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and assessment criteria as well as the general eligibility and exclusions in the Grants and Donation Policy: 6.2 Applications that are ineligible for funding are: c); & g) • Projects that do not meet the identified priority needs of the Liverpool LGA as set out in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; and • Projects that will rely on recurrent funding from Council. 9.7.7 Assessment criteria • Matched contribution (financial or in-kind); • Evidence that the organisation has capacity to deliver the project; • Evidence provided to support the need for the project, including the degree to which the project addresses at least one of the strategic directions in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; • Timeframe and budget are realistic and align with project objectives; and • Proposed project evaluation method including sustainability of project. Applicant did not: • Demonstrate how their project aligns with the community strategic plan; • Prove the capacity to deliver the project without charging a third party; and • The project will not occur without a financial charge to a third party (the schools) involved in the program.

Applicant	Western Sydney Migrant Resource Centre	Location	Liverpool
Project	Same-Same Different: This is Western Sydney	Amount Requested	$14,348
Description	Objectives Create is a podcast series to reflect the diverse community of Western Sydney.
Assessment	Not recommended for funding The applicant does not demonstrate or clearly describe how the proposed project meets Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and assessment criteria as well as the general eligibility and exclusions in the Grants and Donation Policy: 6.2 Applications that are ineligible for funding are: c); & f) • Projects that do not meet the identified priority needs of the Liverpool LGA as set out in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; and • General operational expenditure (e.g. administration, insurance, office equipment), shortfalls in funding by government departments or completed/retrospective projects, staff wages and salaries. 9.7.7 Assessment criteria – Applicant did not • Matched contribution (financial or in-kind); • Evidence provided to support the need for the project, including the degree to which the project addresses at least one of the strategic directions in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; • The anticipated number of individuals that will participate in and benefit from the proposed project; and • Timeframe and budget are realistic and align with project objectives. Applicant did not: • Provide supporting documentation to support budget expenditure; • Exclude staff wages and operational expenditure from the requested grant funding; and • Provide evidence to support the need for the project.

Applicant	Creating Chances	Location	Liverpool LGA
Project	Developing a Creating Chances School Community for Liverpool	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives Sports based program targeting CALD primary school students transitioning to high school.
Assessment	Not recommended for funding The applicant does not demonstrate or clearly describe how the proposed project meets Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and assessment criteria as well as the general eligibility and exclusions in the Grants and Donation Policy: 6.2 Applications that are ineligible for funding are: c); f); g); & h) • Projects that do not meet the identified priority needs of the Liverpool LGA as set out in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; • For general fundraising activities, general operational expenditure (e.g. administration, insurance, office equipment), shortfalls in funding by government departments or completed/retrospective projects; • Projects that will rely on recurrent funding from Council; and • Identical projects that have previously been funded by Council. 9.7.7 Assessment criteria • Matched contribution (financial or in-kind); and • Evidence provided to support the need for the project, including the degree to which the project addresses at least one of the strategic directions in Council’s Community Strategic Plan. Applicant did not: • Provide supporting documentation to support budget expenditure requested; • Exclude staff wages and operational expenditure from the requested grant funding which totals 95% of the funding request; and • Match the contribution amount being requested in grant money.

Applicant	Liverpool Genealogy Society Inc	Location	Liverpool
Project	Beyond the Tree	Amount Requested	$12,500
Description	Objectives Plan a project on family history, to research and identify relatives.
Assessment	Not recommended for funding The applicant does not demonstrate or clearly describe how the proposed project meets Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and assessment criteria as well as the general eligibility and exclusions in the Grants and Donation Policy: 6.2 Applications that are ineligible for funding are: c) & f) • Projects that do not meet the identified priority needs of the Liverpool LGA as set out in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; and • For general fundraising activities, general operational expenditure (e.g. administration, insurance, office equipment), shortfalls in funding by government departments or completed/retrospective projects. 9.7.7 Assessment criteria • Matched contribution (financial or in-kind); • Evidence provided to support the need for the project, including the degree to which the project addresses at least one of the strategic directions in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; • The anticipated number of individuals that will participate in and benefit from the proposed project; and • Timeframe and budget are realistic and align with project objectives. Applicant did not: • Clearly outline what the project plan will deliver; • Provide a realistic budget or timeframe to deliver the project; • Provide supporting documentation to support budget expenditure requested; and • Match the contribution amount being requested in grant money.

Applicant	CNA – Italian Australia Services & Welfare Centre Inc.	Location	Greenway Park
Project	Bright Bilinguals: Challenging the language mindset in Liverpool	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives Provide Italian language classes for school students and adults.
Assessment	Not recommended for funding The applicant does not demonstrate or clearly describe how the proposed project meets Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and assessment criteria as well as the general eligibility and exclusions in the Grants and Donation Policy: 6.2 Applications that are ineligible for funding are: c) & f) • Projects that do not meet the identified priority needs of the Liverpool LGA as set out in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; and • For general fundraising activities, general operational expenditure (e.g. administration, insurance, office equipment), shortfalls in funding by government departments or completed/retrospective projects. 9.7.7 Assessment criteria • Matched contribution (financial or in-kind); • Evidence provided to support the need for the project, including the degree to which the project addresses at least one of the strategic directions in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; and • The anticipated number of individuals that will participate in and benefit from the proposed project. Applicant did not: • Clearly identify how the projects aligns with council’s expected outcomes; • Exclude from the grants request charges that are staff wages; • Use correct statistical data to support the project need; and • Provide information as to why the students are being charged a fee.

Applicant	Global Skills Education & Training Ltd	Location	Miller
Project	Care for the Community Boomerang Bags	Amount Requested	$15,000
Description	Objectives Community project engaging 15 men and women as part of the Work for the Dole initiative to create fabric carry bags donated to disadvantaged communities.
Assessment	Not recommended for funding The applicant does not demonstrate or clearly describe how the proposed project meets Matching Grants program’s funding priorities and assessment criteria as well as the general eligibility and exclusions in the Grants and Donation Policy: 6.2 Applications that are ineligible for funding are: c) & g) • Projects that do not meet the identified priority needs of the Liverpool LGA as set out in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; and • Projects that will rely on recurrent funding from Council. 9.7.7 Assessment criteria • Matched contribution (financial or in-kind); • Evidence provided to support the need for the project, including the degree to which the project addresses at least one of the strategic directions in Council’s Community Strategic Plan; • The anticipated number of individuals that will participate in and benefit from the proposed project; and • Timeframe and budget are realistic and align with project objectives. Applicant did not: • Match the contribution amount being requested in grant money; • Supply the supporting documentation to identify a realistic expenditure of the project; and • Provide evidence and clearly deliver how the project will benefit the community.

Sustainable Environment Grants Program

The Sustainable Environment Grants Program received 10 applications that met the criteria and are recommended for funding as outlined below

Applicant	Warwick Farm Public School	Location	Warwick Farm
Project	Aboriginal Bush Tucker Garden & Yarning Circle	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Collaborative project designed and planned by the school, staff, students and Aboriginal community. The garden will enhance a new outdoor learning area by providing a bush tucker garden around a yarning circle titled ‘Classroom of Dreams.’ Outcomes • Sustainable learning environment that promotes wellbeing; • Increase school and community connections; • Enhancement of Aboriginal perspectives and importance of acknowledging the Cabrogal Clan of the Darug Nation; and • Providing a safe and positive outdoor learning environment for students and community members.
Beneficiaries	• School Community; • Aboriginal students and community; and • Community members accessing the school grounds.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The project aligns with Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 2: Strengthening and Protecting our Environment and the Sustainable Environment Grants programs funding priorities and expected outcomes below: 9.4.2 Funding priorities: d) • Sustainable gardening 9.4.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c) d); & e) • Enable schools and community groups to promote more efficient resource use and improve the quality of the local environment; • Engage and encourage community members to take initiative in improving their behaviours for a more sustainable future; • Encourage schools and community groups to identify and implement programs that protect and enhance Liverpool’s unique natural environment; • Improve the health of vegetation, water quality and healthy ecosystems contributing to cleaner waterways, air and healthier native vegetation; and • Promote ongoing learning and raise awareness in the community about environmentally sustainable practices including actively participating in Council’s environmental programs and activities.

Applicant	Nuwarra Public School	Location	Moorebank
Project	Sustainability Squad	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Create a recycling system within the school, by recruiting students to become leaders to help engage other students throughout the school on the importance of recycling. Students will experience site visits to recycling facilities on waste reduction and fully functioning recycling systems. Outcomes • Reduction in the amount of waste produced by the school; • Knowledge on recycling waste for gardens and reuse; • Conservation of power and water usage; and • Education of students on sustaining our environment.
Beneficiaries	• Staff, students and families; and • Community members accessing the school grounds.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The project aligns with Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 2: Strengthening and Protecting our Environment and the Sustainable Environment Grants programs funding priorities and expected outcomes below: 9.4.2 Funding priorities: a) • Waste minimisation or recycling 9.4.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c) d); & e) • Enable schools and community groups to promote more efficient resource use and improve the quality of the local environment; • Engage and encourage community members to take initiative in improving their behaviours for a more sustainable future; • Encourage schools and community groups to identify and implement programs that protect and enhance Liverpool’s unique natural environment; • Improve the health of vegetation, water quality and healthy ecosystems contributing to cleaner waterways, air and healthier native vegetation; and • Promote ongoing learning and raise awareness in the community about environmentally sustainable practices including actively participating in Council’s environmental programs and activities.

Applicant	Cecil Hills Public School	Location	Cecil Hills Public School
Project	School Gardening Group	Amount Requested	$4,000
Description	Objectives Create an ecologically sustainable school environment, reducing landfills and improving our recycling practices. Create a native fauna garden to provide a food source for native birds and animals; purchase chicks and vegetable garden beds. Outcomes • Create a natural environment for teachers, students, parents and community members; • Engage students in agricultural activities; • Provide a natural food source for birds and wild life; and • Educate students and community members on sustainable living.
Beneficiaries	• School community; and • Community members accessing the school grounds.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $4,000 The project aligns with Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 2: Strengthening and Protecting our Environment and the Sustainable Environment Grants programs funding priorities and expected outcomes below: 9.4.2 Funding priorities: d) • Sustainable gardening 9.4.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c) d); & e) • Enable schools and community groups to promote more efficient resource use and improve the quality of the local environment; • Engage and encourage community members to take initiative in improving their behaviours for a more sustainable future; • Encourage schools and community groups to identify and implement programs that protect and enhance Liverpool’s unique natural environment; • Improve the health of vegetation, water quality and healthy ecosystems contributing to cleaner waterways, air and healthier native vegetation; and • Promote ongoing learning and raise awareness in the community about environmentally sustainable practices including actively participating in Council’s environmental programs and activities.

Applicant	St. Mark's Coptic Orthodox College	Location	Wattle Grove
Project	School Agricultural Garden	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Create a sustainable garden, build raised garden beds, vertical garden and installation of irrigation. Outcomes • Develop skills on planning and managing the growth of various types of gardens; • Knowledge of how food is produced in a managed environment; and • Develop techniques on preparation for healthy eating.
Beneficiaries	• School community; and • Community members accessing the school grounds.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The project aligns with Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 2: Strengthening and Protecting our Environment and the Sustainable Environment Grants programs funding priorities and expected outcomes below: 9.4.2 Funding priorities: d) • Sustainable gardening 9.4.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c) d); & e) • Enable schools and community groups to promote more efficient resource use and improve the quality of the local environment; • Engage and encourage community members to take initiative in improving their behaviours for a more sustainable future; • Encourage schools and community groups to identify and implement programs that protect and enhance Liverpool’s unique natural environment; • Improve the health of vegetation, water quality and healthy ecosystems contributing to cleaner waterways, air and healthier native vegetation; and • Promote ongoing learning and raise awareness in the community about environmentally sustainable practices including actively participating in Council’s environmental programs and activities.

Applicant	Malek Fahd Islamic School Limited	Location	Hoxton Park
Project	School Garden	Amount Requested	$4,500
Description	Objectives Create a vegetable and fruit garden to promote efficient use of resources and improve the quality of our local environment. Outcomes • Promote healthy eating habits in the students; • Promote self-reliance and the skill of food production; • Promote and develop the student’s knowledge on natural resources; and • Create an environment for students to work cooperatively with their peers.
Beneficiaries	• School community; and • Community members accessing the school grounds.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $4,500 The project aligns with Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 2: Strengthening and Protecting our Environment and the Sustainable Environment Grants programs funding priorities and expected outcomes below: 9.4.2 Funding priorities: d) • Sustainable gardening 9.4.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c) d); & e) • Enable schools and community groups to promote more efficient resource use and improve the quality of the local environment; • Engage and encourage community members to take initiative in improving their behaviours for a more sustainable future; • Encourage schools and community groups to identify and implement programs that protect and enhance Liverpool’s unique natural environment; • Improve the health of vegetation, water quality and healthy ecosystems contributing to cleaner waterways, air and healthier native vegetation; and • Promote ongoing learning and raise awareness in the community about environmentally sustainable practices including actively participating in Council’s environmental programs and activities.

Applicant	Cecil Hills High School	Location	Cecil Hills High School
Project	Chilled Water Stations (Reduce Single-Use Plastic)	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Installation of chilled water stations to encourage students to use reusable drink bottles and reduce plastic and land pollution. Outcomes • Knowledge on the impact land pollution has on wildlife; • Encourage ecofriendly practices; • Promote the financial benefits of recycling; and • Create a healthier environment with the decrease in plastic bottle usage.
Beneficiaries	• 1,500 students, teachers and their families; and • Community members using the school grounds.
Assessment	Recommended for funding $5,000 The project aligns with Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 2: Strengthening and Protecting our Environment and the Sustainable Environment Grants programs funding priorities and expected outcomes below: 9.4.2 Funding priorities: a) • Waste minimisation or recycling 9.4.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c) d); & e) • Enable schools and community groups to promote more efficient resource use and improve the quality of the local environment; • Engage and encourage community members to take initiative in improving their behaviours for a more sustainable future; • Encourage schools and community groups to identify and implement programs that protect and enhance Liverpool’s unique natural environment; • Improve the health of vegetation, water quality and healthy ecosystems contributing to cleaner waterways, air and healthier native vegetation; and • Promote ongoing learning and raise awareness in the community about environmentally sustainable practices including actively participating in Council’s environmental programs and activities.

Applicant	FoodFaith Ltd	Location	Various locations in the Liverpool LGA
Project	Liverpool B and B Highway (Bed & Breakfasts for Birds, Bees and Biodiversity)	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives A conservation project creating biodiversity gardens for pollinating passageways. This will provide much needed sanctuary (rest and revival points) across the urban environment. Outcomes • Create habitats for native pollinating insects and birds; • Promote an invested and educated community on biodiversity; and • Showcase the Liverpool LGA as a hive of intercultural and environmentally sustainable activities.
Beneficiaries	• Residents across the Liverpool LGA
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The project aligns with Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 2: Strengthening and Protecting our Environment and the Sustainable Environment Grants programs funding priorities and expected outcomes below: 9.4.2 Funding priorities: c) • Natural Environment 9.4.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c) d); & e) • Enable schools and community groups to promote more efficient resource use and improve the quality of the local environment; • Engage and encourage community members to take initiative in improving their behaviours for a more sustainable future; • Encourage schools and community groups to identify and implement programs that protect and enhance Liverpool’s unique natural environment; • Improve the health of vegetation, water quality and healthy ecosystems contributing to cleaner waterways, air and healthier native vegetation; and • Promote ongoing learning and raise awareness in the community about environmentally sustainable practices including actively participating in Council’s environmental programs and activities.

Applicant	Holsworthy Preschool	Location	Holsworthy
Project	Native Indigenous Garden	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Create a garden area with native plants and trees to encourage native fauna into the environment. Outcomes • Provide a natural food source for birds and wildlife; • Provide an outdoor environment for children to explore nature; • Provide a platform for ongoing environmental education; and • Promote environmental awareness in the community and with families.
Beneficiaries	• Children and their families attending the preschool; and • Local community members and residents.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The project aligns with Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 2: Strengthening and Protecting our Environment and the Sustainable Environment Grants programs funding priorities and expected outcomes below: 9.4.2 Funding priorities: c) • Natural Environment 9.4.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c) d); & e) • Enable schools and community groups to promote more efficient resource use and improve the quality of the local environment; • Engage and encourage community members to take initiative in improving their behaviours for a more sustainable future; • Encourage schools and community groups to identify and implement programs that protect and enhance Liverpool’s unique natural environment; • Improve the health of vegetation, water quality and healthy ecosystems contributing to cleaner waterways, air and healthier native vegetation; and • Promote ongoing learning and raise awareness in the community about environmentally sustainable practices including actively participating in Council’s environmental programs and activities.

Applicant	SCRAP (School Communities Recycling All Paper) Ltd	Location	Holsworthy
Project	Holsworthy Community Garden Biodiversity	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Increase the biodiversity of gardens with native bees and suitable local provenance plants to attract insectivorous and nectivorous birds and insects. The project is to enhance the knowledge of students and wider community on the importance of place, biodiversity and protection of the environment. Outcomes • Establishment and protection of native planting and trees; • Provide a habitat for native species of insects, bees and birds; • Establishment of bee hives for native bees; • Improved community gardens; and • Educational learning through Aboriginal environmental perspectives.
Beneficiaries	• High school students involved in the course; • Volunteers for the community gardening sessions; and • Residents in Holsworthy and surrounding suburbs.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The project aligns with Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 2: Strengthening and Protecting our Environment and the Sustainable Environment Grants programs funding priorities and expected outcomes below: 9.4.2 Funding priorities: c) • Natural Environment 9.4.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c) d); & e) • Enable schools and community groups to promote more efficient resource use and improve the quality of the local environment; • Engage and encourage community members to take initiative in improving their behaviours for a more sustainable future; • Encourage schools and community groups to identify and implement programs that protect and enhance Liverpool’s unique natural environment; • Improve the health of vegetation, water quality and healthy ecosystems contributing to cleaner waterways, air and healthier native vegetation; and • Promote ongoing learning and raise awareness in the community about environmentally sustainable practices including actively participating in Council’s environmental programs and activities.

Applicant	The Australian Foundation for Disability	Location	Prestons
Project	Creating a Sustainable Environment	Amount Requested	$5,000
Description	Objectives Create a sustainable vegetable, herb and fruit garden. Purchasing vertical gardens will assist in transforming a concrete barren area into a welcoming, green space. Outcomes • Provide the residents with disabilities an environment to connect to their community; • Provide an opportunity to learn new skills and knowledge in sustainable environments; and • Provide an environment that encourages healthy eating and wellbeing.
Beneficiaries	• People with disabilities attending the centre; • Families and carers; • Volunteers, students; and • Work experience members accessing this space.
Assessment	Recommended for funding - $5,000 The project aligns with Council’s Community Strategic Plan Direction 2: Strengthening and Protecting our Environment and the Sustainable Environment Grants programs funding priorities and expected outcomes below: 9.4.2 Funding priorities: d) • Sustainable gardening 9.4.3 Expected program outcomes: a); b); c) d); & e) • Enable schools and community groups to promote more efficient resource use and improve the quality of the local environment; • Engage and encourage community members to take initiative in improving their behaviours for a more sustainable future; • Encourage schools and community groups to identify and implement programs that protect and enhance Liverpool’s unique natural environment; • Improve the health of vegetation, water quality and healthy ecosystems contributing to cleaner waterways, air and healthier native vegetation; and • Promote ongoing learning and raise awareness in the community about environmentally sustainable practices including actively participating in Council’s environmental programs and activities.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP (OUTGOING)
Budget allocation	Current balance	Recommended amounts this report:	Police Officer of the Year Award Resolution June 2011	Remaining budget
$100,000	-$16,272	$20,000	1,000	-$37,272*
COMMUNITY GRANTS
Budget allocation	Current balance	Recommended amounts this report:		Remaining budget
$102,000	$89,500	$31,500		$58,000
MATCHING GRANTS
Budget allocation	Current balance	Recommended amounts this report:		Remaining budget
$200,000	$158,200	$105,000		$53,200
** SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT GRANTS
Budget allocation	Current balance	Recommended amounts this report:		Remaining budget
$75,000	$48,604	$48,500		$104
COMBINED FUNDING BALANCE
Combined allocation	Combined balance	Total recommended amounts:		Remaining budget
$477,000	$280,032	$205,000		$74,032

* Any deficit realised through the Corporate Sponsorship Program will be covered through excess fund available in the Community Grants budget.

** Sustainable Grants funding is via a rate levy and is only eligible to be used for the Sustainable Environment Grants Program.

Environment

There are no environmental considerations.

Social

Support community organisations and groups 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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Ordinary Meeting 29 May 2019

City Community and Culture Report

COM 03

Helles Park Radio Control Car Racing Track Refurbishment

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Deliver a range of community events and activities
File Ref	109637.2019
Report By	Mark Westley - Manager Recreation and Community Outcomes
Approved By	Tina Sangiuliano - Acting Director City Community and Culture

Executive Summary

The NSW Radio Control Racing Car Club (NSWRCRCC) has written to Council advising that the Helles Park racing track at Moorebank is in need of resurfacing and drainage works due to ground movement issues beyond normal wear and tear. The club reports that the condition of the track is now below the standard required to support local, regional, national and international events at this venue.

The facility is constructed on Council-owned community land that is licensed to the Club. Since 1993, the Club has funded track maintenance and building works at the Helles Park site, with some works funded through matching grants from Council. Historically, licence Agreements issued by Council to the NSWRCRCC for this site have been on a peppercorn rental basis, and have indicated Club responsibility for properly maintaining the licenced area, including but not limited to general housekeeping, buildings maintenance, mowing and track maintenance.

According to correspondence received from the Club, the scale and urgent timeframe of the required upgrade works has triggered them to approach Council for financial assistance. They have requested either a direct funding of 100% of costs, or alternatively, a 100% Council funding, with 50% of that funding to be paid back to Council over a 10-year period.

Currently Council’s 2019/2020 capital works plan or operational budget does not identify funding for this project. As such, support for the project would need to be considered in light of competing budget priorities, and may impact other projects and/or service delivery. However, the Club has flagged their success in attracting to Liverpool the 2020 Internal Combustion (IC) 1/10 World Championships, and the corresponding potential for attracting future high-level events, as factors in favour of Council supporting the project.

Council has the option to either support the request, decline the request, or offer to support their proposal in part, or via an alternative strategy such as a Council loan or payback scheme to fund the works.

Direction is sought from Council on this issue.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Provides direction on a position to take with the NSW Radio Control Racing Car Club in relation to potential improvements to the Helles Park racing track at Moorebank based on the options presented in this report; and

2. In the event support is proposed, resolves to advertise the proposed payment or support for a period of 28 days under s.356 of the Local Government Act 1993, and if no submissions in objection are received, that the CEO be delegated authority to manage the working of this project into the capital works program.

REPORT

Included as Attachment 1 to this report is a copy of correspondence received from the Club, outlining details of their request and proposals.

The NSWRCRCC currently reports 62 members, including 23 from the Liverpool LGA, attracting an estimated 1,450 local and special event participants annually. The club’s affiliation with the International Federation of Model Auto Racing has enabled the Club to bring world titles, sub-continent, State and national championships to Liverpool.

The Club has advised Council that it has accepted the 2020 IC 1/10 World Championships which they estimate will inject more than $500,000 into the local economy with 200-250 people attending across two events (pre-world warm-up and the world championship) in 2019-2020. Council has no way of independently verifying this claim of economic impact. The NSWRCRCC’s hosting of the 2020 IC 1/10 World Championship in September 2020 and a “warm up event” in the 6 months before September 2020 requires any track refurbishment to be completed in the 2019 calendar year to enable the track to settle.

The car club acknowledges the support of Liverpool City Council that enabled their relocation to Helles Park in the 1990s, and ongoing support for their activities. The Helles Park track is one of four international standard racing facilities in Australia, the other three being located in Queensland, Victoria and South Australia.

The current Helles Park track was replaced approximately 10 years ago and the Club reports that in recent years there has been significant wear and damage from ground movement, water impact and weather extremes. Faults with the track include cracking, bumps, pooling of water and loosening of the asphalt surface all which bring the track below the quality requirements for local use and hosting larger events. Recent correspondence with the Club have indicated that the track is at the point where they are losing racing events because the track is no longer suitable for smaller cars which make up 50% of their users.

However, the scale of the current works has led the Club to approach Council for further assistance. The Club has sourced cost estimates of approximately $105,000 ex GST for the resurfacing of the Helles Park racing track and supporting kerbing and drainage works. Whilst the final costs for this project may be less, Council estimates the provision of $120,000 is required to allow for contingencies within the project.

Council staff have carried out inspections of the track condition and concur with the assessment that re-surfacing and drainage works are required and that the costs identified are a reasonable estimate for these works.

Over the recent years the club have also carried out a number of building related projects, (partially funded through a 2016 $15,000 Council matching grant) to improve the toilets and disability access within the site. The Club also has an application for a $15,000 matching grant for floodlighting that is being presented for approval at Council’s May 2019 meeting.

Council has a number of broad options on how to proceed. These include:

· Determining not to offer additional support to the Club at this time;

· Offering to support the Club by accepting one of the two proposed options advanced by the club, as per Attachment 1 (see below); or

· Directing the CEO and her delegates to negotiate further with the club to offer support in a different form and/or in a different amount to that sought.

As referenced by Attachment 1, the scale of the required track works has led the Club to approach Council for major financial assistance suggesting the options of, 1) a direct grant for 100% of costs, or 2) a 50% grant and a 50% 10-year loan.

In consideration of Option 2, Council’s City Corporate directorate has advised that Council can enter into a loan agreement as suggested by the Club in Option 2 where it complies with section 356, and where it fits within the functions of Local Government outlined in ss.21-23 of the Local Government Act.

Section 356 of the Local Government Act states that “A council may, in accordance with a resolution of the council, contribute money or otherwise grant financial assistance to persons for the purpose of exercising its functions. Section 36G Core objectives for management of community land categorised as a park, includes “to encourage, promote and facilitate recreational, cultural, social and educational pastimes”. It is considered that, if Council is minded to proceed, Section 36G demonstrates that this project can be justified as a function of local government.

There is no obligation on Council to support the proposal. However, and if Council is minded to offer support to the Club in some form, Council may consider one of the following options, or a combination of the following options:

Option 1 - Council funds, Council builds:

If Council is minded to support the proposal, it may elect to fund the initiative in full, and add the works to Council’s capital works program for 2019/20.

This would result in the works being 100% capital funded by Council’s capital works budget, with ongoing operational budget impact in the form of depreciation over the life of the asset.

It would also require Council to realign its current capital works program to accommodate the proposed works, as the 2019/20 capital works program is already fully subscribed with projects.

Option 2 - Council grants capital funds (in part or in full), and Club builds:

Such an approach would commit Council to a grant to the Club of part or all of the cost of the facility.

This would result in the works being 100% capital funded by Council’s capital works budget, with ongoing operational budget impact in the form of depreciation over the life of the asset.

It would also require Council to realign its current capital works program to accommodate the proposed works, as the 2019/20 capital works program is already fully subscribed with projects.

Option 3 - Council loan-funds (in part or in full), and Club builds:

Such an approach could be facilitated by a loan from Council’s general fund, with interest (if any) and payment terms to be agreed between the parties.

The impact would be a cash outflow impact in the amount of the loan in 2019/20, with ongoing cash inflow (in the amount of the ongoing repayments) each year for the term of the loan.

There would be no impact on Council’s 2019/20 capital works program under this option.

Option 4 - Council loan-funds (in part or in full), and Council builds:

Such an approach may be facilitated by Council delivering and paying for the asset, and seeking repayment from the club of part or all of the cost of the asset (for example, by recovery of the depreciation cost of the asset, in whole or in part, across the life of the asset).

This approach would impact Council’s capital works budget to the extent of the works in 2019/20, but would have reduced or zero impact on Council’s ongoing operational budget (depending on whether full or partial recovery was sought from the club).

This approach would also require Council to realign its current capital works program to accommodate the proposed works, as the 2019/20 capital works program is already fully subscribed with projects.

Option 5 – Decline request for assistance:

If Council is not minded to assist the club, it seems likely that the Club will find it difficult to source funding from elsewhere, which may put the project at risk.

However, there will be no impact on Council’s capital or operational budgets, nor will there be any impact on Council’s existing capital works program.

Council delivery vs. Club delivery:

In the event Council is minded to support the upgrade works in some form, and whether or not such works are funded by Council to any degree, the question of the method of delivery should be considered.

It is apparent from their correspondence that the Club currently favours an option that sees them arrange the delivery of the improvements (and to do so at Council’s cost).

Recent experience, including experience with another radio-controlled car facility, suggests there is some risk in allowing a licensee to undertake works involving the importation of fill and surfacing materials onto Council land. As such, Council may prefer to have staff manage the delivery of the works, in order to ensure that quality control can be maintained, and to minimise the risk of contamination.

This, of course, will require staff resourcing that is currently committed to other projects. Decisions will need to be made in relation to project priority. Council’s infrastructure team has expressed concern in relation to its capacity to adjust its capital works program without impacting other projects that are important to various communities across the LGA.

Should Council prefer an option that permits the works to be delivered by the Club, or by contractors engaged by the Club, staff will take all reasonable steps to monitor the works to ensure quality and to minimise the risk of contamination. However, given such staff will likely need to be diverted from the project management of other capital works, there is still likely to be a resourcing impact on the capital works program (though less than if Council are responsible for delivering the works). Furthermore, and even taking precautions, it will not be possible to fully eliminate the risk of contamination to the site.

Pros and Cons of each option summary:

Pros

Cons

Option 1 –

Council funds;

Council builds

· Improvements delivered

· Quality of improvements managed by Council

· Capital budget impact

· Ongoing operational budget impact (depreciation)

· Impact on Council’s capital works delivery program

Option 2 –

Council grant-funds;

Club builds

· Improvements delivered

· Reduced requirement for Council project management

· Capital budget impact

· Ongoing operational budget impact (depreciation)

· Impact on Council’s capital works delivery program

· Reduced control over quality of works

Option 3 –

Council loan-funds;

Club builds

· Improvements delivered

· No impact on Council’s capital works delivery program

· No impact on Council’s capital budget

· Future cashflow from loan repayments

· Significant up-front impact on Council’s 2019/20 cashflow (in the amount of the loan)

· Reduced control over quality of works

· Repayment risk

Option 4 –

Council loan-funds;

Council builds

· Improvements delivered

· No operational budget impact (Council capital works, with depreciation funded by Club)

· Quality of improvements managed by Council

· Capital budget impact

· Impact on Council’s capital works delivery program

· Repayment risk

Option 5 –

Decline request for assistance

· No operational or capital budget impact

· No impact on capital works program

· No quality control risks to site

· Improvements likely not delivered in full/on time, or perhaps not at all.

· Venue no longer suitable for local and event use.

In the event Council chooses an option to support the Club’s proposal in some degree, there is also the possibility of a precedent being set, depending on the nature and degree of support being offered outside of Council’s usual budgeted grants program. Depending on the circumstances, this may be considered either a pro or a con.

Recommendations for each option:

Draft recommendations for each of the options open to Council are set out below. It is requested that Council provide direction to staff on which option to implement.

Option 1 – Council funds; Council builds

That Council:

1. Provides financial assistance to the NSW Radio Control Racing Car Club for the carrying out of resurfacing and related works to the Helles Park racing track at Moorebank;

2. Funds the proposed works up to $120,000 excl. GST from Council’s capital works budget;

3. Adds the proposed works to Council’s capital works program for 2019/2020 and realigns the program to accommodate the proposed works; and

4. Advertises the proposed financial assistance for a period of 28 days under s.356 of the Local Government Act 1993, and if no submissions in objection are received, that the CEO be delegated authority to manage the working of this project into the capital works program.

Option 2 – Council grant-funds (in part or in full); Club builds

That Council:

1. Provides financial assistance to the NSW Radio Control Racing Car Club for the carrying out of resurfacing and related works to the Helles Park racing track at Moorebank;

2. Funds the proposed works up to $120,000 excl. GST (or other amount determined by Council) from Council’s capital works budget;

3. Requires the Club to provide a report to Council of the works on completion; and

Option 3 – Council loan-funds (in part or in full); Club builds

That Council:

1. Provides financial assistance to the NSW Radio Control Racing Car Club for the carrying out of resurfacing and related works to the Helles Park racing track at Moorebank;

2. Provides a loan up to $120,000 excl. GST (or other amount determined by Council) to the Club from Council’s capital works budget with interest and repayment terms to be agreed between the parties;

3. Requires the Club to provide a report to Council of the works on completion; and

4. Advertises the proposed financial assistance for a period of 28 days under s.356 of the Local Government Act 1993, and if no submissions in objection are received, that the CEO be delegated authority to negotiate the terms of loan with the Club and to provide the loan to the Club.

Option 4 – Council loan-funds (in part or in full); Council builds

That Council:

1. Provides financial assistance to the NSW Radio Control Racing Car Club for the carrying out of resurfacing and related works to the Helles Park racing track at Moorebank;

3. Adds the proposed works to Council’s capital works program for 2019/2020 and realigns the program to accommodate the proposed works; and

4. Advertises the proposed financial assistance for a period of 28 days under s.356 of the Local Government Act 1993, and if no submissions in objection are received, that the CEO be delegated authority to negotiate the terms of loan with the Club, provide the loan to the Club, and manage the working of this project into the capital works program.

Option 5 – Decline request for assistance

That Council provides no financial assistance to the NSW Radio Control Racing Car Club for the carrying out of resurfacing and related works to the Helles Park racing track at Moorebank.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	This project will facilitate the development of tourism based on local attractions. Enable the hosting of state, national and international events within the Liverpool LGA. No allowance has been made in Council’s 2019/2020 Operational Plan for funding of this project. The works will impact on projects already programmed in the Capital Works Program and the depreciation of this project will impact on the long-term financial plan.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to make available a diversity of sporting and recreational opportunities to the community.
Civic Leadership	There are no civic leadership and governance considerations.
Legislative	Compliance with section 356 and sections 21 – 23 of the Local Government Act.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Helles Park Radio Controlled Racing Car Club letter seeking special financial support

Club

Project Description

Grant Amount Recommended

Liverpool Eagles Junior AFL Club

Installation of ball netting behind the goals.

$5,000.00

Prestons Hornets Cricket Club

Purchase a line marker to mark boundary lines and purchase of cricket kits, stumps, training equipment and cricket balls for junior cricket teams.

$4,703.55

Club

Project Description

Requested Grant Amount

Panel Assessment

Usman Khawaja Foundation Ltd

Chance to Shine Cricket Program – Liverpool.

$4,970

This club is based outside the local government area and is ineligible for funding.

Fairfield Liverpool Cricket Association Incorporated

Sports development and equipment.

$5,000

The supporting information provided with this application was poor making it a low priority for funding.

Maydaan Archery Club Australia

Purchase of archery equipment and coaching for local junior archers.

$3,608

This club is based outside the local government area and is ineligible for funding.

New South Wales Karate Federation Inc

Flights, accommodation and professional fees for a world class coach to come to Liverpool to teach local coaches.

$5,000

The supporting information provided with this application was poor making it a low priority for funding.

Yoseikan-Ryu Karate

Professional fees for world class coach.

$5,000

The application did not provide adequate pricing information and was given a low funding priority.

Liverpool Zone PSSA

40 pennants to showcase school success.

$1648.05

The supporting information provided with this application was poor making it a low priority for funding.

Liverpool City Robins Sports Club

Upgrade Ride On Mower Equipment.

$2,700

This club received funding from the 2017/2018 grants program and are therefore not eligible.

Liverpool City Robins Sports Club

Concrete eating area and bolt on permanent tabled seating.

$5,000

This club received funding from the 2017/2018 grants program and are therefore ineligible for funding 2018/19.

Liverpool City Robins Sports Club

PA System for Ash Road.

$5,000

This club received funding from the 2017/2018 grants program and are therefore ineligible for funding in 2018/19.

Liverpool Zone PSSA

Sporting uniforms for students representing Liverpool Zone PSSA.

$1,905

The supporting information provided with this application was poor making it a low priority for funding.

Liverpool Olympic Sports and Social Club Limited

Grass Sprinklers And Building Of New Canteen Facilities.

$5,000

This club received funding from the 2017/2018 grants program and are therefore ineligible for funding in 2018/19.

South West Wanderers Football Club

Coaches to have first aid training certification and line marking machine.

$4,500

The supporting information provided with this application was poor making it a low priority for funding.

Kemps Creek United Soccer Club

Spectator seating for playing fields.

$5,000

This club received funding from the 2017/2018 grants program and are therefore ineligible for funding in 2018/19.

Sydney Junior Winter Cricket Association

SJWCA High Performance Coaching Program and Equipment.

$4,000

The supporting information provided with this application was poor making it a low priority for funding.

Liverpool Spears Sports Club

Equipment to be purchased.

$4,000

The supporting information provided with this application was poor making it a low priority for funding.

Tennis First

Windbreakers to be attached to tennis court fence.

$4,788

This application did not provide adequate pricing information to be considered.

Moorebank Baseball Softball Club

Preparation of the field and equipment.

$5,000

This application did not provide adequate pricing information to be considered.

Raiders Futsal Club

Player registrations, equipment and indoor centre costs and coach education.

$3,000

This application did not provide adequate pricing information to be considered.

Kemps Creek United Soccer Club

Sports Trainer - Level 1 - Includes First Aid and CPR.

$285

This club received funding from the 2017/2018 grants program and are therefore ineligible for funding in 2018/19.

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City Corporate Report

CORP 02

Lurnea Affordable Housing

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Seek efficient and innovative methods to manage our resources
File Ref	107897.2019
Report By	Rithy Poch - Senior Project Manager
Approved By	Chris White - Director City Corporate

Executive Summary

Following Council approval of plans for the redevelopment of Phillips Park, and the delivery of this project in 2019/20 financial year, Council is considering the future use of 75-77 Hill Road, Lurnea.

Of the options available for Council’s consideration, it is preferable to retain land ownership together with the opportunity to implement a housing initiative as a demonstration of leadership in repurposing Council assets.

The delivery of affordable/community housing falls outside the core services Council typically provides. However, in support of Council’s Social Justice Policy, this surplus land can be used to provide a service to increase affordable and community housing stock.

On this basis, it is recommended that Council repurpose 75-77 Hill Road, Lurnea for use as affordable/community housing and to proceed to invite Expressions of Interest for a suitable Community Housing Provider to deliver this objective.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Endorses the repurposing of the property at 75-77 Hill Road, Lurnea for affordable/community housing;

2. Approves the key principles for the above site (Confidential Attachment A);

3. Delegates authority to the Chief Executive Officer to invite Expressions of Interest and enter into subsequent negotiations to contract with a suitably qualified and competent Community Housing Provider to deliver the development in accordance with the principles in Confidential Attachment A;

4. Directs the CEO to include sufficient funds to implement the works in the 2019/20 budget; and

5. Note that a further report will be provided, to seek Council approval to affect any necessary legal agreements to deliver the affordable/community housing.

REPORT

Background

On 30 May 2018, Council adopted the draft landscape masterplan report for Phillips Park, Lurnea. The revitalisation of Phillips Park has been planned to address two key objectives:

· Decommission ageing, outdated and retired community buildings around Lurnea and relocate the services to Phillips Park, creating a Community Hub (an endorsed framework under the Community Facilities Strategy); and

· To redevelop the remaining open space at Phillips Park into passive and active recreational opportunities which can be utilised by a wide range of residents.

The outcome of the community needs analysis, community survey and public exhibition of the draft masterplan in March 2018 resulted in a new multi-functional Lurnea Community Hub which will allow the consolidation of the existing community facilities in Lurnea and the local area.

The outcome of the Phillips Park redevelopment allows for the future of the Council-owned site at 75-77 Hill Road, Lurnea to be reassessed.

Site

The site comprises of four separate parcels being Lot 1 DP 513777, CNR Lot 2 DP 513777, Lot 3 DP 513777, and CNR Lot 4 DP 513777.

The land area is approximately 2,770 square metres and includes buildings arranged for two separate leases. The CT Lewis buildings, within Lot 3, were formerly licenced to Kindergarten Union prior to 2015. The buildings are currently earmarked for demolition as they are no longer fit for use. The Aged Care Centre buildings, within Lots 1 and 2, which are only fit for the short term are currently licensed to a disability services provider until 30 June 2019.

The land is zoned R3 medium density residential and is within 400m walking distance from bus stops. It is well-located, being adjacent to shops, schools and transport as well as the adjacent Phillips Park, which will undergo a $16 million redevelopment with the provision of a new community hub, embellished public open spaces and playground.

The site has the potential for good capital growth, due to its proximity to the local centre, bus network, schools, amenities and open spaces, affording Council the potential flexibility to extend its community services, if required in the future.

Social needs and demand

Council’s Children’s Services Future Demands Study 2019, indicates a current substantial oversupply of on average 80 approved long day care and preschool places in Lurnea and surrounding suburbs. While the population across the Local Government Area (LGA) is expected to densify by 15% for the medium term, it is considered that the increased demand for long day care and preschool places within the catchment area can be adequately supported by Prestons and Hinchinbrook Early Education and Care Centres.

The Community Needs Analysis prepared by Cred Consulting (2016), in consultation with key internal stakeholders and the community, also identified Lurnea as having a socio-economic disadvantage indicator including a significantly lower household income and a lower Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA) score.

Further studies have indicated an alarming trend in the rise of Older Homeless Women Lost in Housing (OWLS) where there are an estimated 266 OWLS who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or escaping domestic violence in the Liverpool LGA. Disadvantaged Single Persons (DSP) are also of concern as it is estimated a further 1,184 persons are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the Liverpool LGA.

Statistics also indicate that the South West Sydney area containing Fairfield, Liverpool and Bringelly is among the top ten regions in Australia that need both social and affordable housing with the unmet demand gap to increase dramatically to 65,000 dwellings by 2036.

Options

Given the subject land is designated ‘Operational’ and Council’s core services to the community are not required or cannot be determined in the medium to long-term, Council has considered the following options:

Option 1: The Do-Nothing Approach

It is suggested that the do-nothing approach would not be in Council’s interest, because the ageing assets of the CT Lewis buildings pose a risk if not demolished. Furthermore, both ageing assets are in a condition that is no longer feasible to maintain/upgrade, and their uses are no longer aligned to Council’s Community Facilities Strategy.

Option 2: Disposal of Asset

It is considered that a disposal of the asset is unlikely to yield a good return, given the current declining property market. Current value estimates for the asset are around $1.4M (in land value only). The value of the property is in its land tenure, and in the future there may be a community need for the site, which may cost Council considerably more to acquire if the decision is made to sell now.

Option 3: Retain Council Ownership and Repurpose

Retaining ownership, either for future use or sale, would enable Council to land bank the parcel for future capital growth and land use. In addition, repurposing surplus land to support the development of affordable/community housing to address a significant and much-needed shortfall within the LGA could result in low cost (or even cost-free) capital improvement works and a low-cost capital gain while giving Council the opportunity to address aspects of the adopted Social and Justice Policy.

Case for Affordable/Community Housing

Studies based on international and national level data present a direct correlation between affordable housing provision, and rates of homelessness and the capacity to increase the quality of life for socio-economically disadvantaged communities. A lack of affordable housing supply creates a new cohort of homeless persons/families who have trouble entering and/or remaining in the private rental market. Increasing the supply of affordable/appropriate housing is the simplest step local governments can take to create a tangible betterment for this situation.

One of the biggest roadblocks for local governments tackling the problem is the considerable gap between the identification of housing need, and development of appropriate plans/regulations to ensure the delivery of the facilities in locations where the highest need exists. Liverpool has the potential to accommodate more affordable housing given our LGA’s overall growth rate and specific opportunities presented by major infrastructure developments that occur adjacent to some of our LGA’s most disadvantaged areas. The major redevelopment of Phillips Park and the surplus land resulting from the consolidation of community facilities potentially offers such an opportunity.

Drivers for better outcomes and increased efficiency in affordable/community housing include size, design and location.

Most of the existing supply of social and affordable housing is out of sync with the changing demographics. Recent data suggests that the demand for one or two-bedroom dwellings outstrips the supply, which can result in under-utilisation or inappropriate housing match with the required social needs.

Design is important as it can influence outcomes relating to social inclusion, social justice and place making. Design choice also affects people with specific needs such as accessibility to accommodation or proximity to services.

The location of any housing facility is vital for its long-term success. Outdated policies usually increase social exclusion by inadvertently displacing people on lower incomes. In New South Wales, 28% of affordable/social housing tenants are unemployed and 94% receive Centrelink benefits as their primary income; yet in many areas of affordable/social housing, jobs are limited. The delivery of more affordable housing developments around key transit precincts and activity centres with links to schools, community hubs, transport and sporting amenities is critical.

The Lurnea site provides for a project that will cater for demand, be of good design, and be located near public transport and amenities.

Social Justice Policy

Council’s Social Justice Policy, adopted in 2018, recognises that Liverpool is one of the fastest growing LGAs in Australia with high proportions of people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. As a result, Liverpool faces challenges regarding social disadvantage in the context of rapid growth, the need for capacity building in pockets of significant socio-economic disadvantage and around ageing social and physical infrastructure in established areas and high rates of youth unemployment.

Some of the principles enshrined in the policy include equity, access and community strength. The policy aims to establish systemic and structural social arrangements to improve equal opportunity as a core social value in our city. It involves finding the optimal balance between joint responsibilities as a community and as individuals to foster social inclusion, strengthening the local community and increasing opportunities for people who may experience barriers or disadvantage.

Community Housing Providers

There are over 140 not-for-profit Community Housing Providers (CHP) across NSW and 12 are registered in our LGA. They provide housing assistance to eligible people on low incomes or who are unable to access appropriate housing in the private market. This includes social housing, affordable housing and supported housing.

CHP’s work with a range of partners, including FACS, other non-government organisations, local councils, and private sector partners to develop, build and manage these housing products.

Affordable and Community Housing

Affordable housing is open to a broader range of household incomes than social housing, so households can earn higher levels of income and still be eligible. Management is akin to that of private rental property, but there are eligibility criteria and the managers are mostly not-for-profit CHPs.

Rents for affordable housing are usually calculated differently to social housing and there are different tenancy arrangements.

One way to improve the maintenance of the property and reduce social isolation is to use a co-operative tenancy model. A co-operative tenancy is a democratic organisation owned and controlled by the tenants for a common benefit to its tenancy members. This has been shown to provide the highest level of tenant satisfaction and engagement.

Statutory Regime and Process

Pursuant to s.55(3)(e) of the Local Government Act, the leasing/licensing of operational land is not subject to tender requirements. As such, the CEO is delegated to enter into such arrangements without a formal tender process.

However, staff recommend that the process be run in a competitive manner, with a view to maximising the social and economic value of the proposed redevelopment.

It is therefore anticipated that the process be run initially as an Expression of Interest, with a view to establishing the best overall proposals available in the market. From there, staff recommend that the CEO be directed to negotiate and enter into an agreement with the provider offering the best overall package for the proposed redevelopment of the site.

Critical Dates / Timeframes

Following Council approval, the project is proposed to commence immediately and forecast to meet the following key dates:

a) Expressions of Interest June - August 2019

b) Negotiation & Award September - November 2019

Timeframes for physical works on site will be subject to the outcomes of the Expressions of Interest submission and negotiation process.

Conclusion

Retaining land ownership is considered the best option, providing the opportunity to implement a housing initiative that, although outside of Council’s core services, is nevertheless an important social and community need that will support Council’s adopted Social Justice Policy to address social inclusion and improving opportunities for people who may experience barriers or disadvantage.

The site at 75-77 Hill Road, Lurnea is surplus to current Council requirements, and could potentially be repurposed to increase the affordable and community housing stock in Liverpool’s LGA.

Whilst there are precedents for the ACT Government, State and privately-owned land holdings, the long-term ground lease of surplus Council land for affordable housing purposes would be a significant leadership step for Liverpool Council.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Facilitate economic development.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Regulate for a mix of housing types that responds to different population groups such as young families and older people. Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver coordinated services to the community. Support access and services for people with a disability.
Civic Leadership	Foster neighbourhood pride and a sense of responsibility. Encourage the community to engage in Council initiatives and actions. Deliver services that are customer focused. Actively advocate for federal and state government support, funding and services.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. ATTACHMENT A: Lurnea Affordable Housing – Confidential (in Confidential Book)

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City Infrastructure and Environment Report

INF 01

Activating the Georges River

Strategic Direction	Strengthening and Protecting our Environment Protect and enhance bushland, rivers and the visual landscape
File Ref	099749.2019
Report By	Madhu Pudasaini - Manager Technical Support
Approved By	Raj Autar - Director City Infrastructure and Environment

Executive Summary

Council, at its meeting on 29 August 2018, considered a Notice of Motion regarding the need to activate Lighthorse Park and the adjoining Georges River. At the meeting, it was resolved that Council investigate and provide a report on the full range of issues that require consideration to enable recreational use and enjoyment of the river and adjoining parklands.

The Georges River and associated parklands are key assets and destinations in Liverpool, which will play a major role in supporting the urban renewal and revitalisation of the City Centre and adjoining lands. This report discusses the range and complexity of issues that currently affect the management and utilisation of the river, and provides a way forward to achieving, over time, Council’s goal of transforming areas of the Georges River and associated parklands into vibrant and active public spaces.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes this report.

REPORT

1. BACKGROUND

At its meeting held on 29 August 2018, Council resolved that the CEO:

a) Bring a report back to Council outlining requirements of collaborating with the various State Government agencies that have control of the Georges River in order to have it revitalised to a standard that would be suitable for community use;

b) Inform Councillors on ways Council can revitalise the Georges River before water gets into the River;

c) Investigate water activities or sports and other short and long term options for activation of Lighthorse Park and report back to Council with cost; and

d) Make representations to all bodies involved in the revitalisation of the Georges River, including Ministers.

2. MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES OF GEORGES RIVER

The Georges River is one of the major river systems in the Sydney Basin and is a significant natural asset for the Liverpool community. Due to its environmental value and recreation potential, numerous State Government agencies, councils and community groups play key roles in the ongoing management of the Georges River, as shown in the table below.

Who manages Georges River?	Roles and responsibilities
a) Liverpool City Council	§ Council plays a vital role in the management of the river, which includes the significant sub-catchment of Cabramatta Creek. Council manages stormwater and flooding, and undertakes creek restoration and revegetation of riparian areas throughout the Local Government Area (LGA). § Council is the regulatory authority on development and pollution incidents such as those caused by ineffective sediment and erosion control, both of which may have detrimental effects on waterway and riparian conditions. § Council currently monitors the aquatic ecosystem health of the river and its tributaries. § In addition, Council is currently undertaking an LGA-wide assessment of riparian vegetation conditions, which will inform the development of an LGA-wide plan of management for riparian areas and a vegetation management plan for the Cabramatta Creek catchment.
b) Georges Riverkeeper - formerly the Georges River Combined Councils' Committee (GRCCC), which consists of eight local councils, as well as government agencies and community representatives within the Georges River catchment	§ The Georges Riverkeeper Program services the GRCCC's eight member councils to identify key rubbish hotspots and areas for primary bush regeneration and weed control activities on the river's foreshores, creeks and tributaries. § It coordinates the removal of rubbish and waste from the river catchment, and monitors the ecological health of the river. § The Riverkeeper helps to facilitate a coordinated approach to the management of the Georges River.
c) Sydney Water	§ Sydney Water manages the delivery of potable water and disposal of waste water across the LGA. Occasional discharge from Sydney Water infrastructure may degrade water quality and elevate bacteria levels.
d) Local Councils - the Georges Riverkeeper consists of eight councils including Bayside, City of Canterbury Bankstown, Campbelltown, Fairfield, Georges River, Liverpool City Council, and Sutherland and Wollondilly Shire Councils	§ The local councils within the George River catchment are responsible for the management of the riparian corridors, bushlands and stormwater within their respective LGA boundaries. § This includes the responsibility for the management of stormwater quality through managing and controlling developments within the catchment area to ensure stormwater runoff are appropriately treated prior to discharging into natural waterways.
e) NSW Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH)	§ The primary role of the OEH involves administering the Local Land Services Act 2013, Bio-diversity Conservation Act 2016, and the Rivers and Foreshores Improvement Act 1948. The OEH has developed the Georges River Estuary Management Plan and it provides funding assistance to local councils for foreshore protection and water quality improvement of the Georges River. § The National Parks and Wildlife Service are part of the OEH and own and manage a significant portion of land along the river - the Georges River National Park.
f) NSW Roads and Maritime Services (RMS)	§ NSW Maritime is responsible for marine safety, regulation of commercial and recreational boating, including boating licences. § It controls the dredging of the river and relevant maritime activities including routine environmental inspections of construction and maintenance activities to ensure legislative compliance.
g) Greater Sydney Local Land Services	§ Under the Sydney Water Catchment Management Act 1998 the Local Land Services (former Sydney Metropolitan Catchment Management Authority) is responsible for the management and protection of the Georges River. Council has limited jurisdiction over foreshore works and approvals rest with the State Government.
h) NSW Office of Water	§ The NSW Office of Water is primarily responsible for the control and protection of river riparian corridors under the Water Management Act.
i) NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Fisheries	§ The DPI Fisheries is responsible for regulating controlled activities in waterways under the Fisheries Management Act 1994 for the management of fish and their habitats.
j) Environmental Protection Authority (EPA)	§ The EPA regulates polluters such as Sydney Water regarding the discharge of waste water.
k) Australian Defence Force (ADF)	§ The ADF owns and manages vast tracts of the upper catchment, which includes many minimally disturbed creeks such as Punchbowl Creek. These creeks recharge the river with clean waters and provide refuge for a vast array of native plants and animals.

As can be seen, the roles and responsibilities relating to the Georges River are wide-ranging, with state agencies performing predominantly statutory and compliance functions, while the Georges Riverkeeper, in conjunction with the councils, plays an active role in planning and implementing on-ground measures to improve the amenity and water quality of the Georges River. However, with so many stakeholders and agencies having broad and overlapping responsibility for the river, unless a clear governance structure is developed, any improvement efforts are likely to be fragmented and uncoordinated.

3. GEORGES RIVER – WATER QUALITY ISSUES AND MITIGATION

3.1 The broader context

The Georges River catchment is home to almost 1.4 million people, and this is projected to increase to over 1.7 million by 2031. Continued urbanisation of the catchment has resulted in significant alteration of flow regimes due to the increased volume of stormwater flowing into the river system, with stormwater runoff being the most significant contributor to the total contaminant load of the river. This has led to the continued physical degradation of natural watercourses within the catchment as evidenced by poor water quality, bed and bank erosion, siltation and degraded riparian vegetation.

Results from Council’s ongoing water quality monitoring show that the Georges River within Liverpool has periodic quality issues, particularly with bacteria and blue-green algae. Studies have shown that three major sources contributing to the degradation are Bunbury-Curran, Cabramatta, and Prospect Creeks.

Consequently, and due to this extensive coverage of the Georges River catchment, any broad-scale waterway improvement program will require a holistic, catchment-wide approach in collaboration with the neighboring councils comprising Campbelltown, Fairfield and Canterbury-Bankstown Councils.

However, actions at a local level are also critical to effect necessary change, and requires a robust framework to shift focus from reactive responses to river issues to a more proactive, planned program of improvement works to bring about long-term improvements to the issues that are currently precluding the use of the Georges River to its full potential.

3.2 Liverpool’s response

In June 2016, Council adopted a Water Management Policy (Policy) and a corresponding Water Management Strategy (Strategy) to provide a proactive response to the pressures on the Georges River by creating a robust framework to improve the health of the Georges River catchment and consequently the river.

The following table presents the various elements of the Strategy, and how the identified measures are now driving significant improvements in the management of water. It is considered that over time, these measures will bring about noticeable improvement to water quality in the Georges River.

Strategy - what actions are required?	Strategy description, intended outcome and status
a) Develop a Water Management Improvement Plan (WMIP)	§ This is the backbone of the Water Management Strategy and identifies a range of key improvements to introduce world best-practice approach to the management of water. § The WMIP is in place and is being progressively implemented.
b) Focus on source control of pollutants as the most effective means to manage downstream water quality	§ Involves the control of pollutants at their source before they reach the river system through a structured program of installing best-practice water quality devices. § Further, enhanced controls are now in place through Development Control Plans (DCP) requiring developers to provide a hierarchy of controls to progressively remove pollutants from stormwater before reaching the waterways. § Gross Pollutant Traps (GPT) masterplan in place, which is driving the annual program of GPT installation works.
c) Introduce integrated stormwater management - explore opportunities to manage water quality in conjunction with managing quantity (flooding)	§ Council’s award-winning Amalfi Park Basin in Lurnea illustrates an innovative approach to the integrated management of water quantity and quality issues. § Similar concept is now being applied to a new 48ML basin in Edmondson Park, which will also include passive recreation areas as well as children’s playground.
d) Adopt a whole of catchment approach	§ Provision of regional water quality treatment facilities and detention basins have introduced significant efficiencies and cost savings.
e) Introduce water quality monitoring	§ A structured and ongoing program of water quality monitoring has been introduced across all creeks and rivers in the LGA. The objective data on the extent and nature of the contamination of the waterways will guide Council in developing targeted mitigation strategies.
f) Introduce appropriate management structure - need for a dedicated resource	§ As identified in the Water Improvement Plan, a dedicated catchment management officer has been appointed to provide leadership and to drive identified improvements.
g) Take a planned approach to riparian corridor management	§ Council is currently undertaking an LGA-wide assessment of riparian vegetation conditions, which will inform the development of an LGA-wide plan of management for riparian areas and a vegetation management plan for the Cabramatta Creek catchment. Actions within these plans will guide management actions to improve the quality of riparian vegetation across the LGA.
h) Enhance sediment control	§ An ongoing funded program now exists to enable creek and riverbank erosion protection works to protect stormwater outlets and control ongoing bank erosion, which helps in reducing the turbidity of water in the river.
i) Expand bush regeneration activities	§ Council undertakes an ongoing program of bush regeneration works along riverbanks to provide a filter buffer to protect pollutants entering into the waterways.

4. GEORGES RIVER PARKLANDS - CONSTRAINTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

4.1 Constraints

While the actions and responses outlined in Section 3 above will bring about noticeable improvements to the water quality and amenity of the Georges River, numerous other initiatives need to be concurrently pursued to enable greater access and use of the river and parklands for public enjoyment.

The Georges River is, in effect, invisible from most parts of the City Centre, with available views only afforded from the concourse of Liverpool Station and along major arterial roads such as Newbridge Road and the M5 Motorway. Currently there is a lack of visible, safe and universally accessible points of entry from the City Centre and surrounding suburbs to both Lighthorse Park and the Georges River Corridor. Existing access points are hampered by isolation, poor wayfinding, signage and lighting.

The lack of path and landscape lighting within Lighthorse Park and along the river’s edge has negative impacts on safety and discourages night-time use. Overgrown vegetation along the riverbanks contributes to the perception of Lighthorse Park as an unsafe environment through the blockage of sunlight and cross-views, creating dark areas with poor visibility by the river.

The river itself is inaccessible in most places due to steep banks, with access and egress problems further exacerbated by the presence of extensive weeds and submerged objects.

4.2 Opportunities

It is considered that major opportunities exist to engage with the river to:

§ improve the connection of the City Centre to the river;

§ improve the presentation and arrival experience of the City Centre from Newbridge Road; and

§ improve the function and aesthetics of the riverfront parklands, reflecting the values and attributes which make it unique to and befitting of Sydney’s third City Centre.

The opportunity to improve the City’s connections to the river is embedded within the tremendous potential for the urban renewal of key sites adjacent to the Georges River. Redeveloping these sites to include new view corridors, improved pedestrian amenity, more generous public space along the foreshore and clear routes to the river would place the Georges River at the heart of a new Liverpool, and in effect, knit the eastern and western sides of the City together.

The proximity and elevation of Liverpool Station presents an opportunity to extend the existing transport interchange via a vertical connection to Lighthorse Park, facilitating ease of access to the river and southern suburbs for commuters and cyclists. Providing new lift and stair access directly from Liverpool Station to Lighthorse Park and the Georges River would create a welcoming, and highly visible new entry point, activity area and urban gateway for commuters, day-trippers and casual visitors alike.

Extension of the existing foreshore path to the south would connect southern suburbs to the river and provide a continuous riverside connection from the City Centre to the Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre. Introducing a river crossing that is accessible from the Park, in conjunction with a continuous new path network on the eastern foreshore would provide new connections to key regional attractions such as Lake Moore, Warwick Farm Racecourse, and Chipping Norton Lake.

Upgrading the existing amenities of Lighthorse Park to include a variety of leisure and recreational offerings would encourage broad-spectrum use – as would the inclusion of shade trees, public seating, lighting and designed spaces suitable for outdoor events, sports and informal gatherings.

5. ACTIVATING THE GEORGES RIVER AND PARKLANDS

In view of the significant benefits of the urban renewal of key sites along the Georges River, Council has commenced planning and delivering a package of high value projects along the Georges River corridor. Known as the River Connections Program, the projects respond to the identified constraints in a way that is designed to leverage the available opportunities to create public spaces along the river that are inviting and desirable.

5.1 River connections at a glance

River connections strategy	Description and objectives
	a) Create a safe, inviting and active Lighthorse Park § In order to connect the Georges River and Lighthorse Park with Liverpool City Centre, and transform the area into a vibrant and active public space, it is first necessary to make the place safe and inviting to visitors of all ages and capacities. § The Lighthorse Park Masterplan presents a staged improvement plan to achieve the above objectives. Status: Develop and endorse masterplan 2018/19; detailed design 2019/20; staged construction 2020/21.
	b) Liverpool Railway Bridge - provide a new River Crossing and enhance the foreshore experience § A new lightweight crossing over the heritage-listed Liverpool Weir will open up access to the area and the City for residents in the east, while improvements to the path network at the Foreshore will greatly enhance interaction with and enjoyment of the River. Program: Detailed design 2018/19; construction from 2020/21.
	c) Georges River Boardwalk - extend the foreshore upgrade to connect north and south § A continuous, shared path network that links Lighthorse Park to key River destinations (e.g. Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre) and riverside parks (e.g. Casula Parklands) will transform the Georges River Corridor into an integrated and active public space with Liverpool at its heart. Program: Construction via VPA 2019/20.
	d) Connect Liverpool Station concourse to the Park and River § Providing a new lift and stair access directly from Liverpool Station to Lighthorse Park and the Georges River creates a welcoming, and highly visible new entry point, activity area and urban Gateway for commuters, day-trippers and casual visitors alike. Program: Design and approvals 2019/21; Construction from 2021/02.
	e) Revitalisation and embellishment of Casula Parklands § This key regional destination park involves the provision of a passive parkland space to the Liverpool community that includes an adventure playground, outdoor ninja gym, off leash dog area, sculpture walk, amenities building and landscaped gardens. § The Park upgrade works will activate what was otherwise an underutilised public space. Status: Construction complete.
	f) Chipping Norton Lakes Masterplan § Involves the development of a comprehensive masterplan to maximise the use and enjoyment of all the parklands around the Chipping Norton Lakes area. Program: Develop vision and masterplan by June 2020.

5.2 Activating the Georges River

The on-ground activation programs identified above will not only transform the parklands along Georges River into thriving and vibrant public spaces, but will also play a crucial role in providing the required infrastructure and amenities to support the many in-river activation activities.

The following section presents examples of recreational activities that are common in urban rivers, and could potentially be explored for Georges River. It also presents other and equally important uses of the river to present a holistic view of what river activation means to the community.

Activation ideas and examples	Description, issues and way forward
	a) Floating playgrounds § There are real opportunities to introduce floating playgrounds in the Chipping Norton Lakes area as mini amusement parks. However, ongoing concerns regarding water quality have so far precluded such a proposal from being considered. § Planned improvements to Lighthorse Park will include the provision of an on-shore water park so that water play is all inclusive.
	b) Improving swimmability along sections of the river § Periodic water quality concerns arising from elevated levels of bacteria has precluded primary contact in-river recreational activities such as swimming.
	c) Boating and kayaking activities § Recreational activities that require secondary body contact such as boating, kayaking and water skiing are feasible at most sites along the Georges River. § The land-based activation programs that are underway include the provision of piers and jetties for the launching of kayaks and canoes.
	d) Fishing § Fishing activities are quite common along the river, notwithstanding the warnings and prohibitions against this activity. § Improvements to the quality and health of the river will allow this sport to continue without the risk of any contamination.
	e) Hindu rituals § Access to flowing water is essential in all Hindu rites and ceremonies, and it is held sacred due to its purification and cleansing powers. § It is considered that properly planned and constructed ceremonial Ghats will not only facilitate the performance of such centuries old rituals but will also create key destinations for many annual Hindu festivals.
	f) Mandaean baptism rituals § As with Hinduism, water is also a symbol of purity in all rituals and religious ceremonies for the Mandaean religion. The Mandaean community has been seeking a place in the Georges River to undertake baptism rituals, however due to concerns regarding the quality of the water, any activity requiring primary in-river contact cannot be permitted. § Subject to further assessments as outlined below, treated river water pools could be considered as interim solutions until improvements to the river quality can be achieved.

6. NEXT STEPS

In view of the known water quality issues with the Georges River, it is prudent that a thorough assessment is undertaken to test the viability and priority of the above-listed in-river activation strategies. In summary, the barriers to river activation are:

§ not knowing if sites along the river are safe to use for recreation in terms of the physical constraints that may be present; and

§ not knowing if water quality is of a standard that allows for primary and secondary contact activities due to a lack of long-term water quality data.

To gain a better understanding of the potential for in-river activation, it is proposed to use a Swim Site Activation Framework developed for the Parramatta River Catchment Group by McGregor Coxall. This framework provides a valuable tool to inform and guide management on the potential for activation and the type of activation that can be achieved at a particular site. It explores the potential for swimming and where swimming is not feasible, other river site activation options that maximise engagement with the river are explored.

Each of the sites along the river will be assessed to determine:

§ the physical viability of in-river or land-based activation;

§ the relative risks of a site to various safety and community acceptance factors including water quality; and

§ the likelihood that a site will be active and have good visitation rates, impacting on the overall success of a river site’s activation.

As the planning for the land-based activation sites are well advanced, it is considered that the priority for investigation of the river sites be guided by the parkland sites. Consequently, the following three sites along the Georges River have been selected for further investigation:

§ Lighthorse Park;

§ Casula Parklands; and

§ Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre.

The outcome of the above investigations will inform the development of a well-grounded vision as well as a priority program of improvement works required for the total activation of the Georges River.

It is proposed that the outcomes of these investigations be discussed at a council briefing later in the year.

CONSIDERATIONS

Economic	Facilitate the development of new tourism based on local attractions.
Environment	Manage the environmental health of waterways. Manage air, water, noise and chemical pollution.
Social	Preserve and maintain heritage, both landscape and cultural as urban development takes place. Deliver high quality services for children and their families.
Civic Leadership	Act as an environmental leader in the community.
Legislative	The management of all rivers is governed by various regulations, which would be important considerations in the planning for the in-river activation works.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

Property	Lot A and Lot B Kookaburra Road, Prestons
Owner	Perpetual Corporate Trust Ltd
Applicant	Craig Thomas

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EGROW 04	Street Naming Request - Edmondson Park Town Centre
Attachment 1	Geographical Names Board of NSW Determination - Clermont Street

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COM 01	Review of the Grants and Donations and Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Policies
Attachment 1	Draft Grants, Donations, and Corporate Sponsorship Policy

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COM 01	Review of the Grants and Donations and Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) Policies
Attachment 2	Draft Community Venues Fee Reductions Policy

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Celebrate diversity, promote inclusion and recognise heritage
File Ref	072850.2019
Report By	Thomas Wheeler - Heritage Officer
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Economic	The implementation of a heritage incentives program would have future budget implications
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	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

Economic	Further develop a commercial centre that accommodates a variety of employment opportunities. Facilitate economic development.
Environment	Manage air, water, noise and chemical pollution.
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	Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

Strategic Direction	Generating Opportunity Create an attractive environment for investment
File Ref	104249.2019
Report By	Samantha Strachan - Acting Business Liaison Officer
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO

Economic	Utilise the Western Sydney City Deal Agreement to create Jobs for the Future. Utilise the Western Sydney City Deal Agreement to provide opportunities for residents in the LGA to enhance skills and education. 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.
Environment	Utilise the Western Sydney City Deal agreement to enhance liveability and environment of the LGA. Retain viable opportunities for local food production while managing land use to meet urban growth.
Social	Raise awareness in the community about the available services and facilities. Promote community harmony and address discrimination.
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.

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.

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Strive for best practice in all Council processes
File Ref	105367.2019
Report By	George Georgakis - Manager Council and Executive Services
Approved By	Kiersten Fishburn - Chief Executive Officer

Economic	Costs in the order of $1,000 per delegate for registration and meals which has been budgeted for in the 2019/20 budget.
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. 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.

Economic	To deliver Council services within approved budget.
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. Deliver services that are customer focused. Operate a well-developed governance system that demonstrates accountability, transparency and ethical conduct.
Legislative	The Local Government Act (1993) requires the Operational Plan and Budget to be adopted by 30 June in any year before the coming Financial Year.

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Implement access and equity for all members of the community
Key Policy	Donations Policy
File Ref	012871.2019
Report By	Galavizh Ahmadi Nia - Manager Community Development and Planning
Approved By	Tina Sangiuliano - Acting Director City Community and Culture

Economic	All the suggested program changes will be absorbed into the existing Grants and Corporate Sponsorship (Outgoing) budgets. For Fee Reductions Policy, existing provisions are available in the operational budget to implement the Community Venues Fee Reduction Policy.
Environment	Provide financial assistance to schools and community groups to play a role in reducing their impact on the environment and implementing sustainable programs.
Social	Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver coordinated services to the community.
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	Local Government Act 1993, Section 356

Strategic Direction	Creating Connection Create a dynamic, inclusive environment, including programs to support healthy living
File Ref	111548.2019
Report By	Mark Westley - Manager Recreation and Community Outcomes
Approved By	Tina Sangiuliano - Acting Director City Community and Culture

Economic	Funding of $30,000 has been allocated within the 2018/2019 operation plan to fund the Liverpool Sporting Grants Program.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	Support community organisations, groups and volunteers to deliver coordinated services to the community.
Civic Leadership	There are no civic leadership and governance considerations.
Legislative	There are no legislative considerations relating to this report.

	AusBond Bank Bill Index (BBI)
Benchmark	2.02%
Portfolio yield	3.12%
Performance above benchmarks	1.10%

Asset Class	Apr-19	Jun-18
Senior Debts (FRN's ,TCD's & FRB)*	100.77%	100.22%
MBS (Reverse Mortgage Backed Securities)	59.59%	59.26%
T-Corp Unit Trusts	103.30%	101.26%

Legislative Requirements		Fully Compliant
Portfolio Credit Rating Limit		Fully Compliant
Institutional Exposure Limits		Fully Compliant
Overall Portfolio Credit Limits		Fully Compliant
Term to Maturity Limits		Fully Compliant

Economic	Council’s investment interest income exceeded budget by $1.8 million as at 30 April 2019 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.

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CORP 01	Investment Report April 2019
Attachment 1	Investment Portfolio - April 2019

Strategic Direction	Generating Opportunity Meet the challenges of Liverpool’s growing population
File Ref	108786.2019
Report By	Earl Paradeza - Senior Management Accountant
Approved By	Chris White - Director City Corporate

Economic	Facilitate economic development. Effectively manage the fiscal performance of Council.
Environment	There are no environmental and sustainability considerations.
Social	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. 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	Clause 203(1) of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005.

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CORP 03	Budget Review - March 2019
Attachment 1	QBRS - Consolidated Financial Results

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CORP 03	Budget Review - March 2019
Attachment 3	Capital Budget Adjustments

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CORP 03	Budget Review - March 2019
Attachment 4	Grant Status Report - Applications

205
CORP 03	Budget Review - March 2019
Attachment 5	Grant Status Report - Received

211
CORP 03	Budget Review - March 2019
Attachment 6	Cash & Investment Report

211
CORP 03	Budget Review - March 2019
Attachment 7	Key Performance Indicators

213
CORP 03	Budget Review - March 2019
Attachment 8	Consultancy & Legal Expenses Budget Review Statement

215
CORP 03	Budget Review - March 2019
Attachment 9	Contracts & Other Expenses Statements

215
CORP 03	Budget Review - March 2019
Attachment 10	City Development Fund & Environment Levy Reserves

Strategic Direction	Leading through Collaboration Increase community engagement
File Ref	116535.2019
Report By	David Smith - Manager Planning & Transport Strategy
Approved By	Tim Moore - Director, City Economy and Growth / Deputy CEO