Council Meeting

 Wednesday, 17 July 2019  at  6:30pm

 

Cumberland Council Chambers

 

Councillor Contact Details

 

 

Granville Ward
Clr Steve Christou	0419 651 187	Steve.Christou@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Ola Hamed	0405 070 007	Ola.Hamed@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Joseph Rahme	0418 995 471	Joseph.Rahme@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Greystanes Ward
Clr Greg Cummings (Mayor)	0417 612 717	Greg.Cummings@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Eddy Sarkis	0418 306 918	Eddy.Sarkis@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Vacant	-	-
Regents Park Ward
Clr Ned Attie	0419 583 254	Ned.Attie@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr George Campbell	0409 233 315	George.Campbell@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Kun Huang	0418 911 774	Kun.Huang@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
South Granville Ward
Clr Glenn Elmore (Deputy Mayor)	0418 459 527	Glenn.Elmore@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Paul Garrard	0414 504 504	Paul.Garrard@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Tom Zreika	0449 008 888	Tom.Zreika@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Wentworthville Ward
Clr Lisa Lake	0418 669 681	Lisa.Lake@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Suman Saha	0419 546 950	Suman.Saha@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Michael Zaiter	0418 432 797	Michael.Zaiter@cumberland.nsw.gov.au

 

 

 

 

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 17 July 2019

1    Opening Prayer / Acknowledgement of Country / National Anthem

2    Notice of Live Streaming of Council meeting

3    Apologies

4    Declarations of Pecuniary & Non Pecuniary Conflicts of Interest

5    Confirmation of Previous Minutes

C07/19-139    Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council - 03 July 2019... 5 

6    Mayoral Minutes

Nil 

7    Public Forum / Invited Speakers

8    Items Resolved by Exception

9    Reports to Council

      General Manager

Nil

      Director People & Performance

Nil

      Director Finance & Governance

C07/19-140    Investment Report - June 2019........................................ 19

C07/19-141    Review of Investment Policy............................................. 43

C07/19-142    Update on Auburn Basketball Centre, Wyatt Park.............. 81

C07/19-143    Bi-Annual Report on Councillor Expenses and Facilities..... 93

      Director Community Development

C07/19-144    Quarterly Update on the Implementation of the Stronger Communities Fund......................................................... 107

C07/19-145    Local Government Week Awards 2019........................... 113

C07/19-146    Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre - Community Engagement Outcomes............................... 117

C07/19-147    Response to Notice of Motion - School Holiday Heritage Program.................................................................................... 147

      Director Environment & Planning

C07/19-148    14 Civic Avenue, Pendle Hill - Request for Periodic Payment of Development Contributions......................................... 151

C07/19-149    Adoption of Biodiversity Strategy 2019............................ 155

 

C07/19-150    Adoption of Environmental Management Framework 2019............................................................................. 195

C07/19-151    Preparation of Planning Proposal for New Cumberland Local Environmental Plan........................................................ 221

C07/19-152    Proposed Planning Controls for Parts 1, 2 and 3, and Schedules 2, 3 and 6 of the New Cumberland Local Environmental Plan........................................................ 225

      Director Works & Infrastructure

Nil

10  Reports from Committees

C07/19-153    Quarterly Progress Report on Council Consultative and Advisory Committees..................................................... 255

11  Motions pursuant to Notice

Nil

12  Notices of Rescission

Nil

13  Questions on Notice

Nil

14  Presentation of Petitions

Nil 

15  Closed Session Reports

Nil

 

             

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Item No: C07/19-139

Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council - 03 July 2019

Responsible Division:                  Finance & Governance

Officer:                                      Director Finance & Governance

  

 

 

Recommendation   That Council confirm the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 3 July 2019.

 

1.     Draft Minutes - 3 July 2019 ⇩  

 

Attachment 1

Draft Minutes - 3 July 2019

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Item No: C07/19-140

Investment Report - June 2019

Responsible Division:                  Finance & Governance

Officer:                                      Director Finance & Governance

File Number:                              A-05/01/05

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

This report provides an update on the performance of Council’s investment portfolio to 30 June 2019.

 

Recommendation:   That Council receive the June 2019 Investment Report.

 

 

Included in this report are the following items that highlight Council’s investment portfolio performance for the month, year-to-date to 30 June 2019 and an update of the investment environment.

 

Council Investments as at 30 June 2019

 

Council’s investment portfolio has a current market value of $153,490,212. This represents a premium of $1,544,211 above the face value of the portfolio being $151,946,000 and generates a 2.58% average purchase yield. The following table reflects Council’s holding in various investment categories:

 

 

Investment Portfolio Performance

 

The investment returns for the month and year-to-date of 30 June 2019 outperformed the current month benchmark and exceeded the year to date benchmark.

 

Performance – Current Month 30 June 2019

 

For the month of June, Council‘s portfolio generated interest earnings of $337,014. This is $19,083 lower than the budget of $356,097 and outperformed the AusBond Bank Bill Index by 1.39%, as detailed below:

 

Performance – Year-to-date 30 June 2019

 

For the year-to-date, Council‘s portfolio generated interest earnings of $4,063,143. This is *$210,023 lower than the budget of $4,273,166 and outperformed the AusBond Bank Bill Index by 1.07%, as per below:

*this variance does not include the $211,885 2018/19 fair value adjustment gain.

 

Fair Value Adjustment

 

Council obtains valuations from its Investment Advisor on a monthly basis and at the end of each financial year for fixed rate bonds and floating rate notes to ensure the financial statements reflect the most up to date valuation.

 

For the 2018/19 financial year, the fair value adjustment of these holdings increased by $211,885 due largely to the fixed rate bonds obtained earlier in 2019. As these gains eventually go back to par value by maturity, opportunities to lock in the gains by selling before maturity will continue to be considered.   

 

The valuations of the fixed rate bonds and floating rate notes are sourced from Reuters based on mid-market prices. That is, valuations are marked at the mid-point of the bid and ask prices in the secondary market. This price represents a general market value for the asset.

There are no consultation processes for Council associated with this report.

There are no policy implications for Council associated with this report.

To manage risk, key criteria are incorporated into Cumberland Council’s investment making decisions, as detailed below:

Preservation of Capital

The requirement for preventing losses in an investment portfolio’s total value (considering the time value of money).

Diversification

Setting limits to the amounts invested with a particular financial institution or government authority to reduce credit risk.

Credit Risk

The risk that an investment of Council fails to pay the interest and/or repay the principal of an investment.

Maturity Risk

The longer the term of the investment, the greater the exposure to potential changes in interest rates, market volatility and credit quality of an issuer.

There are no financial implications for Council associated with this report.

Council hereby certifies that the investments listed above have been made in accordance with Section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993, Clause 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 and Council’s Investment Policy.

 

1.     Investment Summary Report June 2019 ⇩

2.     Economic and Investment Portfolio Commentary June 2019 ⇩  

 

Attachment 1

Investment Summary Report June 2019

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Attachment 2

Economic and Investment Portfolio Commentary June 2019

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Item No: C07/19-141

Review of Investment Policy

Responsible Division:                  Finance & Governance

Officer:                                      Director Finance & Governance

File Number:                              A-05-01/05

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership    

 

 

Council’s Investment Policy has been revised to maintain a framework for the investment of Council funds at an optimal rate of return, whilst still keeping in line with Council’s risk tolerance.

This report recommends that the Draft Investment Policy (the Policy) be placed on public exhibition for consultation with the community.

 

Recommendation   That Council place the Draft Investment Policy on public exhibition for a period of 28 days, with a report to be provided back to Council following the conclusion of the exhibition period.

 

Council’s Investment Policy, POL-027, requires it to be reviewed by Council on an annual basis. The Investment Policy was last reviewed in February 2018. The revised Draft Investment Policy presents an investment recommendation to introduce T-Corp growth funds.

The Policy and Strategy aim to maximise Council’s investment returns, whilst maintaining a conservative and low risk investment strategy consistent with good governance in the management of public funds.

Investment income is a significant revenue source for Council and the importance is for returns to be maximised, subject to acceptable risks exposures and Council’s investments being made in accordance with relevant legislation.

Council’s monthly investment balance currently averages $145 million, and currently generates approximately $4.1 million in investment income on an annualised basis.

Legislative Framework

Council’s investments are to be made in accordance with:

·    Local Government Act 1993 (Section 625);

·    Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 (Cl. 212);

·  Local Government Act 1993 – Investment Order (of the Minister), 12 January 2011;

·  Local Government Code of Accounting Practice and Financial Reporting;

·  Australian Accounting Standards; and

·  Office of Local Government Circulars and Investment Policy Guidelines, May 2010

 

The Policy as attached complies with the current legislative requirements as noted above.

 

General comment in respect to the Policy is as follows:

 

Authorised Investments

The Local Government Act 1993 – Investment Order (of the Minister) specifies the forms of investment a Council may invest in. The Minister’s Order was last updated in January 2011.

 

The OLG Investment Guidelines

In May 2010, the Office of Local Government (OLG) issued the Investment Policy Guidelines which included a sample Investment Policy. The objectives of the Guidelines are to:

·    assist councils in investing funds in a prudent and appropriate manner;

·    outline legislation associated with the investment of surplus funds;

·    assist councils in preparing a suitable investment policy;

·    outline key issues when investing funds;

·    define duties and obligations of the council and officers;

·    outline requirements for internal control procedures;

·    establish proper reporting and monitoring procedures.

The Guidelines were the basis for the development of the current Investment Policy and the Policy remains consistent with the sample Investment Policy included in the OLG Guidelines.

Risk versus Return

A successful investment portfolio involves getting the right investments in the right combination, so as to maximise returns and maintain risk exposures within acceptable levels while ensuring adequate cash flows are available to meet operational requirements.

In order to manage investment risk within acceptable limits, while providing opportunities to maximise investment returns, the Policy details maximum percentage limits of funds to be invested in individual institutions/entities subject to approved credit ratings and terms to maturity. In addition, the Policy details for the investment portfolio in total, limits in terms of credit ratings and terms to maturity, further enhancing the management of investment risk.

Investment Advice

Given the range and complexity of investment options available to councils, it was considered prudent that Council utilise suitably qualified professional investment advisors to fill any knowledge gaps and provide expert advice on individual investments and portfolio design and construction.

Council’s current investment advisor is Prudential Investment Services. Prudential has provided a very satisfactory service to Council. Given the expiry of their two year contract with Council in July 2019, expressions of interest have been sought from 3 suitably qualified and experienced companies to insure the provision of this service at a high level of competency is maintained.

Section 55(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 1993, which exempts banking and investment advisory services from the need for the calling of tenders, facilitates such extension.

The revised Draft Investment Policy will be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days to enable the community to have an opportunity for input.

A review of the Investment Policy, with reference to the OLG Investment Policy Guidelines, has been undertaken by Prudential in consultation with Council staff.  Based on this review, Prudential has advised that the Policy continues to comply with prevailing legislation and OLG Investment Policy Guidelines.

Prudential indicated that the vast majority of holdings in Council’s investment portfolio (85%) are held with the top three credit rating categories (A/A2 and higher) with good diversification among various institutions. Prudential have also suggested Council  consider having a small portion of growth assets within its portfolio.

 

There are no financial implications for Council associated with this report.

 

The proposed revised Draft Investment Policy complies with relevant legislation, is consistent with the OLG Investment Policy Guidelines and provides a framework for maximising Council’s investment returns while maintaining a conservative and low risk investment strategy consistent with good governance in managing public funds.

Council’s adopted Investment Policy is, as a matter of course, included in Council’s General Policy Manual and can be downloaded from Council’s website.

 

Council’s long term financial plan forecasts the underlying core investment balance over the longer term. This forecast will provide the basis for strategic investments in longer dated investments to capitalise on opportunities to increase investment returns and add value to the investment portfolio. This can be achieved while still maintaining a conservative investment strategy by selecting low risk longer dated investments.

 

1.     Draft Investment Policy ⇩

2.     Investment Policy Review - Allowing Exposure to Growth Assets ⇩  

 

Attachment 1

Draft Investment Policy

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Attachment 2

Investment Policy Review - Allowing Exposure to Growth Assets

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Item No: C07/19-142

Update on Auburn Basketball Centre, Wyatt Park

Responsible Division:                  Finance & Governance

Officer:                                      Director Finance & Governance

File Number:                              PKW04-10B

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

This report provides an update on the previous Council resolution in relation to the Auburn Basketball Centre, located in the Wyatt Park precinct.

 

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.  Note that the previous resolution of Council cannot proceed until a Plan of Management is prepared and finalised for the Wyatt park precinct, in accordance with the Crown Lands Management Act 2016. 2.  Not proceed with the preparation of an agreement for lease with Parramatta Basketball Association for the redevelopment of the facility.

 

At the 2^nd August 2017 Council Meeting, the Administrator considered Item No: 125/17 – Auburn Basketball Facility - Proposed Redevelopment and Agreement for Lease. The Administrator subsequently resolved the following (Min 188):

“That Council:

1. Approve to place on public exhibition Council’s intention per s.47 of the Local Government Act to enter into an agreement for lease with Parramatta Basketball Association.

2. Delegate to the Interim General Manager the authority to enter into an Agreement to Lease with Parramatta Basketball Association if no objections are received during the public exhibition period.

3. The General Manager be delegated authority to submit a Development Application for independent assessment to accord with the lease agreement, and following determination to call tenders as appropriate.”

In accordance with the Crown Lands Management Act 2016, Council is unable to comply with this resolution at this point in time, as there is no Plan of Management or Master Plan in place for the Wyatt Park precinct.

Reg. 70 of the Crown Land Management Regulation 2018 permits councils to enter into leases and licences under limited circumstances in the transitional period. Specifically, Clause (7)(2)(d) states that Councils can Grant new leases for a term not exceeding five years where:

a.  the lessee/licensee is an emergency services organisation as defined in State Emergency and Rescue Management Act 1989 or a not for profit organisation or a community group,

b.  the minister consents to granting the licence.

Council can also grant new leases or licences for up to 21 years, including options, if the lease or licence could, in the opinion of the Minister, have been granted immediately before 1 July 2018 under a Plan of Management in force immediately before that date. This was not the case with Auburn Basketball Centre.

Whilst an ‘Agreement for Lease’ is not binding on Council and the lessee in the same way an executed lease agreement is, it would not be a responsible action for Council to enter into an Agreement for Lease when a Plan of Management or Master Planning process detailing the future use of the Wyatt Park precinct is not finalised. Making such an undertaking prior to these key documents being finalised could potentially compromise the future planning process of the precinct.

In the short term, Council will continue to work with the incumbent Lessee, Parramatta Basketball Association, to ensure that the facility continues to meet the needs of the community until the Wyatt Park Plan of Management and Masterplan are finalised in consultation with the community. Council will also explore options to ensure the tenant is provided some short term stability over their tenure, as discussions in relation to a possible redevelopment have been ongoing since prior to amalgamation.

Council’s current lessee at the Auburn Basketball Centre has been consulted in relation to this report, and advised that it would be considered at this meeting.

There are no policy implications for Council associated with this report.

Ensuring that an appropriate Plan of Management and Masterplan are prepared for the Wyatt Park precinct in consultation with the community prior to the granting of any long term leases will ensure Council is compliant with the Crown Lands Management Act 2016.

There are no financial implications for Council associated with this report.

This report provides an update on the Council resolution in relation to the Wyatt Park Basketball Centre, and it is recommended that Council note this progress update.

 

1.     Council Report - 2 August 2017 ⇩  

 

Attachment 1

Council Report - 2 August 2017

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Item No: C07/19-143

Bi-Annual Report on Councillor Expenses and Facilities

Responsible Division:                  Finance & Governance

Officer:                                      Executive Manager Corporate Services

File Number:                              HC-06-02-2/03

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

This report provides an update on Councillor Expenses and Facilities Expenditure for the period of 1 January 2019 to 30 June 2019, in accordance with the provisions of Council’s adopted Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy.

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.  Receive the information contained in this report; and 2.  Place a copy of the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Expenditure included under Attachment 1 of this report on Council’s website in accordance with clause 15.2 of the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy.

 

Section 428 of the Local Government Act 1993 and clause 217 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 requires Council to report on the provision of expenses and facilities to Councillors in its annual report.

In addition to this, clause 15.2 of Council’s adopted Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy states:

“Detailed reports on the provision of expenses and facilities to Councillors will be publicly tabled at a Council meeting every six months and published in full on Council’s website. These reports will include expenditure summarised by individual Councillor and as a total for all Councillors.”

Attachment 1 of this report outlines the provision of expenses and facilities to individual Councillors, as well as the total expenses and facilities provided to all Councillors for the period of 1 January 2019 to 30 June 2019 in accordance with the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy.

A copy of Attachment 1 of this report will be placed on Council’s website in accordance with clause 15.2 of the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy.

The adoption of the recommendations contained within this report ensure Council is compliant with the adopted Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy.

There are no risk implications for Council associated with this report.

All expenses and facilities detailed in Attachment 1 were budgeted in the 2018/19 budget.

The report on Councillor Expenses and Facilities Expenditure for the period of 1 January 2019 to 30 June 2019 has been finalised and is tabled for Council’s information in accordance with the provisions of Council’s adopted Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy.

 

1.     Councillor Expenses and Facilities Expenditure ⇩  

 

Attachment 1

Councillor Expenses and Facilities Expenditure

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Item No: C07/19-144

Quarterly Update on the Implementation of the Stronger Communities Fund

Responsible Division:                  Community Development

Officer:                                      Director Community Development

File Number:                              T065312/2018

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A great place to live  

 

 

Under the NSW Government Stronger Communities Fund, Council was provided with $15 million in funding for the benefit of the local community.  Council is required to provide progress reports on the expenditure and outcomes of the Stronger Communities Fund.  

This report provides a progress update on the implementation of the Stronger Communities Fund for the period of April 2019 to June 2019.

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.  Note the progress on the implementation of the Stronger Communities Fund. 2.  Submit a copy of this report to the Office of Local Government to meet reporting requirements under the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund Guidelines.

 

 

The Stronger Communities Fund was established by the NSW Government to provide newly merged councils with funding to kick start the delivery of projects that improve community infrastructure and services.

 

Cumberland Council was provided with $15 million in funding via two programs:

 

·   A Community Grants Program, allocating up to $1 million in grants of up to $50,000 in any single allocation to incorporated not-for-profit community groups for projects that build more vibrant, sustainable and inclusive local communities; and

 

·   A Major Projects Program, allocating all remaining funding ($14 million) to larger scale priority infrastructure and services projects that deliver long term economic and social benefits to communities.

Stronger Communities Fund Community Grants Program Progress Update

 

Implementation of the 31 community grant funded projects has been monitored by Council staff throughout the funding period to ensure funds are spent in accordance with the NSW Government’s Guidelines. The final acquittal reports from grant recipients have been received, and Council has now met its obligations in relation to the Stronger Communities Fund Community Grants Program.

 

Stronger Communities Fund Major Projects Program Progress Update

 

The following progress has been made on the major projects to date:

 

PROJECT TITLE	PROGRESS UPDATE
Granville Multi- Purpose Community Centre, Library,  Arts and Cultural Facility ($10 million from the Stronger Communities Fund)	·    The tender for the construction of the Granville Multipurpose Centre was awarded to Stephen Edwards Pty Ltd at the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 17 April 2019. A final lump sum tender price of $19,797,408 has been reached and a letter of appointment issued for construction. ·    A Ground Breaking Ceremony for the Granville Centre took place on Tuesday 11 June 2019 involving the Mayor, Councillors, State MPs, senior staff and project delivery partners. ·    Resident notifications and broader communications to the community were also issued in relation to the commencement of the construction phase. ·    As at 30 June 2019, $2,758,855 had been spent on this project and $20,511,244 has been raised as commitments resulting in a total of $23,270,100 of actuals plus commitments. ·    Council has met the requirement of committing all grant funding for this project by 30 June 2019 as per the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund Guidelines.
Auburn Botanic Gardens Entertainment Precinct and Duck River Regional All Abilities Playground ($1 million from the Stronger Communities Fund)	·    The Auburn Botanic Gardens entrance upgrade design was finalised and tenders for the construction of the entrance closed on 2 July 2019. Heritage considerations and approvals resulted in delays to the project program. Completion of construction remains scheduled to be completed by December 2019. ·    The contractor for the Duck River Regional Playground has been selected and the final scope for the project is under review to ensure the project is delivered within the approved budget. The tender for landscaping also closed and is under assessment. Works are anticipated to commence in August 2019 (following the Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival). ·    As a result of project delays, Council has sought a funding agreement variation from the OLG for this project. The OLG has approved an extension for this project, and all funding is to be committed by 30 December 2019 and funding acquitted by 30 June 2020. ·    As at 30 June 2019, a total of $135,448 had been spent on this project and $8,970 raised as commitments resulting in a total of $144,418 of actuals plus commitments.
Central Gardens All Abilities and Mixed Age Playground ($1 million from the Stronger Communities Fund)	·    Paramount Landscaping was awarded the tender for the construction of the new playground. ·    Construction is scheduled to commence by the end of July, following the school holiday period and practical completion of this project is expected by December 2019. ·    As at 30 June 2019, $116,032 had been spent on this project and $1,093,873 raised as commitments resulting in a total of $1,209,904 of actuals plus commitments. ·    Council has met the requirement of committing all grant funding for this project by 30 June 2019 as per the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund Guidelines.
Replacement of Bridge Road Railway Overbridge ($500,000 contribution from the Stronger Communities Fund)	·    Sydney Trains is managing the delivery of this project, and Council has now provided all funding for this project to Sydney Trains. ·    As at 30 June 2019, $504,358 had been spent on this project. (Note: The $4,411 previously returned from the withdrawn Stronger Communities Fund Community Grants Program has been reallocated to this project within the Stronger Communities Fund Major Projects Program). ·    Council has met the requirement of committing all grant funding for this project by 30 June 2019 as per the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund Guidelines.
Auburn District Library Expansion ($500,000 contribution from the Stronger Communities Fund)	·    This project is now complete and was launched on Thursday 6 June 2019. ·    As at 30 June 2019, $302,567 had been spent on this project and $114,452 raised as commitments resulting in a total of $417,019 of actuals plus commitments. ·    This project was delivered under budget resulting in savings of $82,981. These funds were allocated to cover the shortfall in funding for the CCTV Infrastructure and Lighting Upgrades Project (see following page). ·    Council has met the requirement of committing all grant funding for this project by 30 June 2019 as per the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund Guidelines.
Prospect Hill Access & Lookout ($500,000 from the Stronger Communities Fund)	·    Council has completed the design for the accessible pathway following the adoption of the Prospect Hill Plan of Management and Landscape Masterplan in March 2019. ·    Stage 1 of the site remediation has been completed and stage 2 will be undertaken after the construction of the new path. ·    Council is required to process an application under Section 60 of the Heritage Act 1977 for the proposed works. Construction has been delayed due to heritage requirements and approvals. ·    Subsequently, Council has sought a funding agreement variation from the OLG for this project. The OLG has approved an extension for this project, and funding is to be committed by 30 December 2019 and all funding acquitted by 30 June 2020. ·    As at 30 June 2019, $152,402 had been spent on this project and $13,625 raised as commitments resulting in a total of $166,027 of actuals plus commitments.
CCTV Infrastructure and Lighting Upgrades ($500,000 from the Stronger Communities Fund)	·    Sapio Pty Ltd was awarded the tender for CCTV Infrastructure, which was assessed and approved under the delegated authority of the General Manager. ·    The scope of works has been finalised in consultation with the Cumberland Local Area Command for the Merrylands Town Centre and the project is expected to be completed prior to December 2019. ·    As at 30 June, 2019, $216,306 had been spent on this project and $353,485 raised as commitments resulting in a total of $569,791 of actuals plus commitments. (Note: Savings from the Auburn Library Expansion Project (see previous page) have been allocated to this project to cover the funding shortfall). ·    Council has met the requirement of committing all grant funding for this project by 30 June 2019 as per the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund Guidelines.

There are no consultation processes for Council associated with this report.

Council is required to submit a copy of this report to the Office of Local Government in accordance with the Stronger Communities Fund Guidelines.

Council has Project Control Groups (PCGs) in place for the major projects, which meet on a regular basis to oversee each project. Council has a risk register in place for every major project, which is regularly monitored and updated through the PCGs for each project.

Advice from Council’s General Counsel was sought in relation to the heritage exemption and approval process for the Prospect Hill Access and Lookout project to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation.

Funding of $15 million has been provided by the NSW Government to deliver the Stronger Communities Fund Program.

 

A total of $1 million was allocated under the Stronger Communities Fund Community Grants Program for community organisations.

As at 30 June 2019, $4,185,967 had been spent, and a further $8,816,356 in commitments had been raised under the Stronger Communities Fund Major Projects Program, resulting in a total of $13,002,323 of actuals plus commitments. 

 

The Auburn Library Expansion project was delivered under budget resulting in a saving of $82,981. These funds have been allocated to cover the funding shortfall for the CCTV Infrastructure and Lighting Upgrades Project.

 

The Stronger Communities Fund provides Council with a one off opportunity to deliver major infrastructure projects that build more vibrant, sustainable and inclusive local communities.

During this reporting period, Council has met all of its obligations in relation to the Stronger Communities Fund Community Grants Program.

 

In relation to the Stronger Communities Fund Major Projects Program, Council has met the requirement of committing or spending all grant funding by 30 June 2019 for five major projects as per the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund Guidelines. In relation to the two delayed major projects, Council has sought and obtained a funding agreement variation from the OLG, which enables funding to be committed by 30 December 2019 and all funding acquitted by 30 June 2020 for these projects.

 

Council will continue to monitor and provide progress reports on its implementation plan to Council and the Office of Local Government to ensure funds are spent in accordance with the NSW Government’s Guidelines.

 

 

 

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Item No: C07/19-145

Local Government Week Awards 2019

Responsible Division:                  Community Development

Officer:                                      Director Community Development

File Number:                              HC-08-09-2/04

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

 

Cumberland Council has made four submissions under the Local Government Week Awards 2019 to be announced at the awards dinner on 1 August 2019 at the Swissotel Hotel, Sydney. Councillors are invited to attend the awards dinner.

 

Recommendation That Council:   1.    Nominate Councillors who wish to attend the Local Government Week Awards Dinner to be held at the Swissotel Hotel, Sydney on Thursday, 1 August 2019. 2.    Meet the attendance fee for those Councillors who wish to attend in accordance with the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy and the financial implications outlined in this report.

 

 

The Local Government Week Awards are managed by LGNSW and celebrate the outstanding achievements of councils and individuals in local government. 

 

Details of this year’s awards dinner are as follows:

 

Date:        Thursday, 1 August 2019

Time:       6:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Venue:     Swissotel Hotel, Level 8, 68 Market Street, Sydney.

 

Council has made four submissions under the following categories:

 

LGNSW Planning Awards

 

·    Excellence in Leadership (Outstanding individual contribution) – Ms Monica Cologna, Executive Manager City Strategy.

 

 

RH Dougherty Awards

 

·    Reporting to your Community - Cumberland New Residents Booklet.

·    Excellence in Communication - Discover Cumberland Communication Campaign.

 

Leo Kelly OAM Arts and Culture Awards

 

·    Development of the Cumberland Cultural Plan 2019 – 2029 and the State of Culture in Cumberland Report.

There are no consultation processes for Council associated with this report.

There is no provision within the adopted Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy to enable Councillors to attend the awards dinner with the exception of the Mayor.

Under Section 6.11 of the Policy, it states:

“6.11. Any Councillor seeking to represent Council on a Board of Directors, or in any other capacity by virtue of holding office is subject to the following requirements:

(i) The Councillor must seek approval to represent Council via Council resolution.

(ii) Any travel and associated expense claims associated with representation of Council must be handled in accordance with this Policy.”

Accordingly, a Council resolution is required should any Councillors wish to attend the Local Government Week Awards Dinner 2019.

There are no risk implications for Council associated with this report.

 

Tickets for the Awards Dinner are $143 (including GST) per person. A table of 10 can also be purchased for $1,330.  There is sufficient budget available in the 2019/20 Elected Officials - General Functions and Activities budget to cover the cost of additional tickets for Councillors wishing to attend.

Cumberland Council has made four submissions under the Local Government Week Awards 2019 managed by LGNSW. Councillors are invited to indicate their interest in attending the awards dinner. In accordance with the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy, a Council resolution is required should any Councillors wish to attend the Local Government Week Awards 2019.

 

 

 

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Item No: C07/19-146

Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre - Community Engagement Outcomes

Responsible Division:                  Community Development

Officer:                                      Director Community Development

File Number:                              C-37-01/09

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A great place to live  

 

 

This report presents the outcomes from the community engagement program undertaken to inform the development of the Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre.

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.     Receive and note the outcomes of the community engagement program undertaken to inform the development of the Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre detailed in Attachment 1. 2.     Proceed to the detailed design phase for the new community facility in 2019/20.

 

At the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 19 December 2018 (Min.396, Item C12/18-262), Council resolved to:

 

1.  Adopt the concept plans for the proposed new Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre at 179 Chisholm Road, Auburn.

2.  Undertake a community engagement program to inform the development of the proposed new Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre and receive a report detailing the outcomes of the community engagement process.

3.  Identify the Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre in the Cumberland Contributions Plan (Part 7) Schedule of Works with a total project budget of $7 million and the financial allocation apportioned accordingly.

4.  Allocate a $5 million forward loan from available Auburn Contributions funds to the project in the 2019/20 and 2020/21 Capital Works Program budgets to assist in the delivery of a staged development and readjust the loan in a future report to Council on the financial and works acquittal of the current in force Contribution Plans.

5.  Continue to seek external grant opportunities to contribute towards the costs associated with the project.

 

This report provides an overview of the community engagement activities that were undertaken in response to the Council resolution and presents a summary of the feedback received from the community, which is detailed in Attachment 1.

 

Overview of Community Engagement Program

 

Council undertook a community engagement program to inform the development of the Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre from February to April 2019. This included seeking community input on both the concept designs for the facility as well as the types of programs and services that should run from the Centre.

 

During the community engagement period, the following activities were undertaken:

 

·     A ‘Have Your Say’ page was created including a project overview, concept plans and community feedback survey, which ran from 26 February to April 2019.

·     The community feedback survey was also distributed to 10 local schools, 3 early education and care services in the surrounding area and playgroups to share with families linked to their services.

·     The community feedback survey was further distributed through community networks, including to sports facility users, sport and recreation clubs, community facility users, local youth and community groups.

·     Community forums were conducted at Berala Community Centre on 19 March 2019 and at Auburn West Public School on 21 March 2019.

·     Feedback sessions were conducted with Council’s Access Committee on 28 February 2019, CALD Committee on 14 March 2019, and two Youth Feedback Sessions held in April 2019. An additional feedback session was conducted with the Principal of Auburn West Public School.

·     Social media posts promoting the exhibition period and inviting feedback were also undertaken.

 

In total, over 600 individuals from the public participated in community engagement activities and many more were informed about the project. This included:

·    The ‘Have Your Say’ page received 463 visits including 111 concept plan downloads and 71 video views.  Social media posts reached over 10,500 people.

·    167 people provided direct feedback on the project, including: 62 survey respondents,  44 community forum participants and 61 Advisory Committee, school consultation or focus group participants.  

 

 

Community Engagement Findings

 

Overall, respondents were supportive of the project, the concept designs and the size and range of community facilities proposed for the site.

 

Key engagement findings indicated that people liked the:

 

·    Overall plan and concepts including the provision of new community facilities in the area.

·    Open spaces (outside and inside).

·    Sporting facilities and synthetic courts.

·    Commercial kitchen.

·    Location (including close proximity to the school).

 

Engagement findings also indicated that people wanted to see the following features incorporated into the centre:

 

·    Covered outdoor BBQ and picnic facilities.

·    Outdoor seating and shade.

·    Multipurpose use and flexibility of indoor room layout.

·    Additional features such as informal spaces, study spaces, more storage, the consideration of a stage for performance and change rooms.

·    A wide range of programs and activities within the centre.

·    Improved accessibility (internal and external).

·    Bookable meeting rooms, Wi-Fi and technology facilities.

 

Car parking, adequate school pick up areas, accessibility and the naming of the facility were identified as the main areas of concern or improvement. 

 

Respondents were enthusiastic about the potential variety of uses and activities that could be undertaken at the centre.

 

The key recommendations to be incorporated into the detailed design include:

·    Consideration of an additional accessible toilet with external access.

·    Redesign of the kiosk/commercial kitchen to ensure dual access and use to support concurrent indoor and outdoor activities.

·    Rename and modify the design the Out Of School Hours (OOSH) space to accommodate multipurpose uses and promote non-exclusive use / multiple activities to occur from the room.

·    Review the positioning of the community centre to ensure maximum use of the site including parking access and drop off, and visual prominence.

·    Explore ways to incorporate additional storage to accommodate a range of functions and user groups.

·    Incorporate additional features into the outdoor spaces such as BBQ area, outdoor seating and shade covering.

·    Further community engagement to determine an appropriate name for the facility.

 

The community engagement program has been implemented in accordance with Council’s Community Engagement and Participation Strategy.

Council will report back to participants on the outcomes of the engagement program and continue to engage the community during the detailed design phase of the project.

There are no policy implications for Council associated with this report.

To date, cost estimates and project feasibility assessments have been undertaken internally by Council staff. As part of the detailed design phase, Council will engage a qualified Quantity Surveyor to prepare detailed cost estimates on the construction costs. Potential site contamination issues and mitigation costs could also impact on the scope of the project.

 

Council has a Project Control Group (PCG) in place for this project, which will continue to meet on a regular basis to oversee the project. Council will also maintain a risk register for the project, which will be regularly monitored and updated through the PCG.

 

Council has previously resolved to allocate funding for this project through a forward loan from available contributions funds. The Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre has also been incorporated into the Draft Cumberland Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan (Part 7) Schedule of Works with a total project budget of $7 million.

Council has also allocated funding to undertake the detailed design in the approved Capital Works Program Budget 2019/20. Additional funding for construction has also been allocated in the draft Capital Works Program Budget 2020/21 to support the staged delivery of the project.

 

Council will continue to seek external grant opportunities to contribute towards the costs associated with the project. Potential external funding sources identified for this project to date include:

 

·    NSW Government Capacity Building Partnership Grants Program;

·    NSW Government Club Grants Category 3 Program; and

·    The Office of Sport Greater Sydney Sports Facility Fund.

 

The development of the Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre will address the gap in community facilities in the southern part of Auburn as identified in Council’s Draft Community Facilities Strategy 2019 – 2029.

The community engagement program demonstrates that there is strong community support for the proposed community and recreation centre. The findings further highlight that the facility should be developed as a multipurpose, multi-use facility and promote non-exclusive use and activities to ensure it is accessible to the whole community.

Based on the outcomes of the community engagement process, this report  recommends that Council proceed to the detailed design phase for the new community facility in 2019/20, incorporating the recommended changes from the engagement program into the detailed designs.

 

1.     Community Engagement Report - Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre ⇩  

 

Attachment 1

Community Engagement Report - Auburn South Community and Recreation Centre

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Item No: C07/19-147

Response to Notice of Motion - School Holiday Heritage Program

Responsible Division:                  Community Development

Officer:                                      Director Community Development

File Number:                              C04/19-53

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A great place to live  

 

 

This report provides a response to the Notice of Motion – School Holiday Care Program resolved at the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 3 April 2019 (Min. 474, Item C04/19-53) and presents proposed plans for a School Holiday Heritage Program and Tour to be piloted during the October 2019 school holidays for Council’s consideration.

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.   Adopt the proposed plans for the School Holiday Heritage Program and Tour to be piloted during the October 2019 school holidays. 2.   Continue to deliver the School Holiday Heritage Program and Tour as part of its regular School Holiday Program should the pilot be successful.

 

 

Background             

 

At the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 3 April 2019, Council considered the Notice of Motion – School Holiday Care Program (Min. 474, Item C04/19-53), and resolved:

 

“That Council seek a report on the feasibility of including an appropriate heritage based activity as part the School Holiday Care Program including consideration of a tour of heritage assets in the Cumberland Council area as part of the activity.”

 

Council currently provides an extensive School Holiday Program, which is delivered on a quarterly basis as outlined in the Operational Plan. This includes a broad range of programs delivered by Children, Families and Youth Services, Library Services and Recreational Services staff.

 

All School Holiday Programs are coordinated and planned collaboratively to ensure there is no duplication and programs offer a range of options for children and families.

 

It should be noted that school holiday vacation care provided by Council’s education and care centres caters for children aged between 5 and 12 years old. This service model must comply with the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations and operates under a fee based model which is eligible under the Childcare Subsidy. School holiday vacation care does not require parents to remain present as qualified educators run and deliver the service to set ratios.

 

Other school holiday activities offered by Library Services and Recreational Services also cater for children aged between 5 to 12 years old who live in the Cumberland Council area. Proof of residence may be required and children must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years. Parental consent and waiver forms are also required in order for children to participate in many of the activities. These programs are delivered for free or at minimal cost.

 

Council officers have reviewed the proposed heritage program and have determined that the activity would be best delivered by Library Services as a school holiday activity rather than as a school holiday vacation care program.  This would enable the program to be piloted for free in line with other Library run school holiday activities and encourage parent involvement in the activity. It also enables Council to utilise the knowledge and skills of local history officers who have existing relationships with local history groups which can provide knowledge of and access to specific sites.

 

Outline of Proposed School Holiday Heritage Program and Tour

 

Proposed Date: Tuesday 1 October 2019       

Proposed Time: 9.30am – 3pm

Target Age Group: Children aged 5 – 12 years and their parents/carers

Cost: Free

Number of Participants: 21 (limited by capacity of Council’s community bus).

 

The proposed tour schedule is outlined below:

 

9.30 - 9.40am  

·   Granville Library (Meeting point and Acknowledgement of Country).

·   Granville Train Disaster Memorial, Carlton Street, Granville.

 

9.45 - 11.45am        

·   John Nobbs’ House ‘Evesham,’ 102 William Street, Granville (view from bus)

·   Auburn Gallipoli Mosque, Gelibolu Pde, Auburn (stop over)

·   Auburn War Memorial, Rawson St, Auburn (stop over)

·   Japanese Gardens, Auburn Botanic Gardens, Auburn (stop over)

·   ‘The Gables,’ 59 East St, Lidcombe (view from bus)

 

12.15 - 1.30pm

·   Linnwood House, 25 Byron Rd, Guildford (stop over and lunch)

 

 

 

1.45 – 3pm     

·   Greystanes (Booth town) Aqueduct, Lower Prospect Canal, Macquarie Road,            Greystanes (stop over)

·   Holroyd Gardens (Brickworks, Goodlet and Smith Site), Walpole Street, Merrylands (stop over)

·   Granville Town Hall, 10 Carlton Street, Granville (tour concludes).

 

Library Services staff will produce tour materials and a booklet for participants with key historical information and activities based around the concept of a ‘Cumberland Historical Passport’. There will be interactive activities for the participants to complete throughout the tour.

 

This program will be undertaken as a pilot. At the conclusion of the pilot, participants, staff and local history groups involved in its delivery will be asked for feedback. This will inform any future and ongoing delivery of this program.

 

Whilst the proposed heritage tour does not incorporate Aboriginal cultural heritage, it should be noted that Council has commenced development of an Aboriginal Education Program in consultation with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Consultative Committee as part of the roll out of the Reconciliation Action Plan. This will include Cumberland Aboriginal Cultural Tours sharing the stories and places of Aboriginal cultural significance across Cumberland. Council will also be expanding its Aboriginal Cultural School Education Program targeting primary and high schools within Cumberland during 2019/2020.   

Council has commenced initial consultations with local history groups to plan the details of the program and provide tours and activities at various stops.

Further consultation and planning will be undertaken with the Granville Historical Society, Auburn Gallipoli Mosque, Cumberland RSL Sub-Branch, Friends of Linnwood Inc. and other groups where required to encourage a collaborative approach.

The program will be promoted via social media channels, Council’s e-news, on the Council website, and within libraries, OOSH services, local schools and community centres.

The proposed School Holiday Heritage Program and Tour will be delivered in accordance with Council’s adopted Child Protection Policy 2018.

Due to the inclusion of bus transport for this tour and parental supervision requirements, WHS and risk management measures will be applicable to this activity. A risk assessment will be completed prior to the activity to ensure any risk levels are assessed as low.

Council has existing School Holiday Program budgets across various service areas. The cost of delivering the proposed heritage based activity includes staff time, use of Council’s community bus, development of activity booklets and other minor incidentals, and this can be accommodated within the approved Library Services Operational Budget for 2019/20 with no impacts on existing services or programs.

This report provides a response to a resolution of Council to investigate the potential for a heritage based activity and tour as part of its School Holiday Program.

Based on a review of current school holiday activities, internal and preliminary stakeholder consultation, interim risk assessment, operational requirements of the activity and internal cost estimates, Council officers have assessed that the inclusion of the proposed activity is viable as part of the School Holiday Program.

It is therefore recommended that Council adopt the proposed plans for the School Holiday Heritage Program and Tour as outlined in this report, which is proposed to be piloted during the October 2019 school holidays. Should the program be supported by Council, it is recommended that the activity be evaluated to inform any future and ongoing delivery of this program.

 

Nil

 

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Item No: C07/19-148

14 Civic Avenue, Pendle Hill - Request for Periodic Payment of Development Contributions

Responsible Division:                  Environment & Planning

Officer:                                      Director Environment & Planning

File Number:                              DA/2014/111/3

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A resilient built environment 

 

 

 

Council has received a request, through a section 4.55(1A) development modification application, on the timing of development contribution payments for development at 14 Civic Avenue, Pendle Hill.  The request is for the timing of development contribution payments to be amended from prior to Construction Certificate to a periodic payment plan, with 50% to be paid prior to the Construction Certificate for stage 3 building works and the remaining 50% to be paid prior to the first Occupation Certificate.

 

Council has assessed the application and it is recommended that the request for periodic payment be declined.  A primary reason for the recommendation is that the request is inconsistent with Council policy, where all development contribution fees shall be payable prior to the issue of the Construction Certificate.

  

Recommendation That Council decline the request for periodic payment of development contributions for the development application at 14 Civic Avenue, Pendle Hill.

 

Context

Council has received a development modification application to modify a Condition of Consent (Condition #15) with regard to timing of development contribution payments for development at 14 Civic Avenue, Pendle Hill (DA/2014/111/1). 

The request is for the timing of development contribution payments to be amended from prior to Construction Certificate to a periodic payment plan, with 50% to be paid prior to the Construction Certificate for stage 3 building works and the remaining 50% to be paid prior to the first Occupation Certificate.

At present, the application has a Condition of Consent (Condition #15) to pay contributions prior to the issuing of a Construction Certificate.  At the time of development consent, the monetary contribution payable for the application was $865,668, and is subject to indexation.

Policy Framework

Under the Holroyd Contributions Plan 2013, Council may (at its absolute discretion and in accordance with this Plan) defer payment of any development contribution to such time as it thinks fit, or permit payment of any development undertaken by way of instalments it thinks fit.

The Plan identifies that requests for periodic payments (by instalments) of monetary contributions be made to Council in writing with the lodgement of a development application, and that periodic payment of the contribution should not prejudice the timing or the manner of the provision of local infrastructure included in this Plan’s works schedules.

However, the policy framework for the timing of payment for development contributions plans within the Cumberland area has changed since the adoption of this Plan.  At the Extraordinary Meeting of Cumberland Council on 19 May 2016, the Administrator moved and declared carried the following motion regarding the timing of payments for development contributions (known as section 7.11, but formerly known as section 94):

i)   The Administrator receive and note this report

ii)   All Section 94 fees shall be payable prior to issue of the Construction Certificate forthwith, with payment indexed from the time of development consent

iii)  The Auburn Development Contributions Plan 2007 and any supporting policy documentation be amended to reflect this

iv)  The draft amendment to the Auburn Development Contributions Plan 2007 be publicly exhibited for 28 days, and the outcomes of this exhibition be reported to Council following its completion

Assessment of Request for Periodic Payment of Development Contributions

Council officers have assessed the request for periodic payment of development contributions.  The application is not supported for the following reasons:

·        The  application is not consistent with the Council resolution regarding the payment of development contributions prior to the Construction Certificate stage

·        The applicant’s submission does not provide any reasons, explanation or justification for a periodic payment of monetary contributions

·        At time of submitting the original development application, the proponent did not specify a staging plan and the applicant did not make a request for periodic payments by instalments in writing to Council with the lodgement of the original development application

·        Delayed or periodic payment is likely to impact the funding source to deliver infrastructure identified in the contributions plan

Next Steps

Following Council’s decision on the request, the section 4.55 (1A) development modification application to modify a Condition of Consent (Condition #15) with regard to timing of development contribution payments for development at 14 Civic Avenue, Pendle Hill (DA/2014/111/1) will be finalised and determined in accordance with Council delegations. 

There are no consultation processes for Council associated with this report.

The recommendation to Council is consistent with the current policy framework.

There are minimal risks to Council if the recommendation to decline the request for periodic payment of development contributions is supported.

However, if the request for periodic payment is supported by Council, the risk implications include:

·        Council is setting a precedent to accept periodic payments without a justification

·        Council is likely to receive an increase in applications for periodic payment

·        Deferred or periodic payments delay Council’s ability to deliver infrastructure

·        Council inherit the financial risk of infrastructure delivery should the development becomes incomplete

·        There is no mechanism to apply a bond or guarantee on the periodic payment of contributions, as Council has no powers over the financial obligation on the developer or landowner once a Construction Certificate has been issued.

Financial implications are outlined in the main body of the report.

Council has received a request, through a development modification application, on the timing of development contribution payments for development at 14 Civic Avenue, Pendle Hill.  Council has assessed the application and it is recommended that the request for periodic payment be declined, as this is inconsistent with Council policy that contributions shall be payable prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate.  

 

 

Nil

 

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Item No: C07/19-149

Adoption of Biodiversity Strategy 2019

Responsible Division:                  Environment & Planning

Officer:                                      Director Environment & Planning

File Number:                              SC475

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A clean and green community  

 

 

This report recommends the adoption of the Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019 following a period of public exhibition undertaken in line with the Local Government Act 1993.

 

Recommendation That Council adopt the Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019.

 

At the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 1 May 2019, Council resolved to place the Draft Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019 on public exhibition for a period of 28 days for public comment, with a report provided back to Council following the public exhibition period.

During the public exhibition period, Council received three (3) submissions that contained feedback and suggestions for Council’s consideration. Minor amendments have been made to the Strategy in the commentary and actions within the Key Focus Areas in response to the feedback and suggestions provided.

It is recommended that the revised Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019 be adopted by Council.

The Draft Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019 was placed on public exhibition on Wednesday 22 May for a period of 28 days. The public exhibition process included:

 

·    Information on Council’s ‘Have Your Say’ page on Council’s website. The web page received a total of 155 page visits and 69 downloads during the period. Three submissions were received

·    Advertisements in local newspapers: The Auburn Review (28 May and 4,11 and 18 June 2019) and Parramatta Advertiser (22 and 29 May and 5 and 12 June 2019)

·    Copies of the Strategy were made available at all Council Libraries and administration centres

·    Council’s Clean and Green Network and local bush care groups were also emailed notification of the public exhibition

·    The Strategy was also promoted on Facebook and a short video clip produced to generate interest.

 

All submissions received were considered and amendments to the Strategy included:

 

·    Strengthening actions for Key Focus Areas 1.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4

·    Adding additional sections to highlight ‘Threats and Challenges’ and ‘Aquatic Biodiversity’ in Cumberland

·    Additional Key Focus Area action 2.5 to support aquatic biodiversity

There are no policy implications for Council associated with this report.

There are no risk implications for Council associated with this report.

The focus areas and initiatives identified in the Strategy will be aligned to available funding and resources.

Council has publicly exhibited the Draft Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019, and received three submissions. The submissions were considered and minor amendments made to the Strategy. It is recommended that the revised Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019 be adopted by Council.

 

1.     Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019 - Summary of Public Submissions ⇩

2.     Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019 ⇩  

 

Attachment 1

Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019 - Summary of Public Submissions

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Attachment 2

Cumberland Biodiversity Strategy 2019

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Item No: C07/19-150

Adoption of Environmental Management Framework 2019

Responsible Division:                  Environment & Planning

Officer:                                      Director Environment & Planning

File Number:                              SC475

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A clean and green community  

 

 

This report recommends the adoption of the Environmental Management Framework 2019 following a period of public exhibition undertaken in line with the Local Government Act 1993.

 

Recommendation That Council adopt the Environmental Management Framework 2019.

 

At the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 1 May 2019, Council resolved to place the Draft Environmental Management Framework 2019 on public exhibition for a period of 28 days for public comment, with a report provided back to Council following the public exhibition period.

During the public exhibition period, Council received 2 submissions that contained feedback and suggestions for Council’s consideration. A summary of the feedback and suggestions along with Council’s response is presented in Attachment 1.

It is recommended that the Environmental Management Framework 2019 be adopted by Council.

The Draft Environmental Management Framework 2019 was placed on public exhibition on Wednesday 22 May for a period of 28 days. The public exhibition process included:

 

·    Information on Council’s ‘Have Your Say’ page on Council’s website. The web page received a total of 102 page visits and 45 downloads during the period. 2 submissions were received

·    Advertisements in local newspapers: The Auburn Review (28 May and 4,11 and 18 June 2019) and Parramatta Advertiser (22 and 29 May and 5 and 12 June 2019)

·    Copies of the Framework were made available at all Council Libraries and administration centres

·    Council’s Clean and Green Network and local bush care groups were also emailed notification of the public exhibition

·    The Framework was also promoted on Facebook and a short video clip produced to generate interest.

 

All submissions received were considered and Council has formally acknowledged and provided responses to the submissions.

There are no policy implications for Council associated with this report.

There are no risk implications for Council associated with this report.

There are no financial implications for Council associated with this report.

Council has publicly exhibited the Draft Environmental Management Framework 2019, and received 2 submissions. The submissions were considered and formally responded to. The Framework is now recommended for adoption.

 

1.     Draft Environmental Management Framework Public Submissions ⇩

2.     Environmental Management Framework 2019 ⇩  

 

Attachment 1

Draft Environmental Management Framework Public Submissions

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Attachment 2

Environmental Management Framework 2019

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Item No: C07/19-151

Preparation of Planning Proposal for New Cumberland Local Environmental Plan

Responsible Division:                  Environment & Planning

Officer:                                      Director Environment & Planning

File Number:                              S-5750-01

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A resilient built environment   

 

 

This report outlines the approach and key milestones for work on the new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP).

The preparation of a new Cumberland LEP will be undertaken in the form of a planning proposal, with the focus on harmonising the planning controls of the three LEPs in operation across Cumberland into a single set of planning controls under a comprehensive LEP. Community feedback and advice from the Cumberland Local Planning Panel will also be sought as part of this work.

A report to Council will be presented on the planning proposal for the new Cumberland LEP to proceed to Gateway Determination.  This milestone is required to be met by the end of September 2019, in accordance with funding and delivery commitments between Council and the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment.

 

Recommendation That Council note the approach and key milestones for the preparation of a planning proposal on the new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP).

 

Background

Cumberland Council is currently operating under three separate environmental planning instruments, known as a Local Environmental Plan (LEP), which represent the planning controls from the former Council area, within Cumberland prior to amalgamation.  These include:

i.    Auburn LEP 2010, which applies to land in the former Auburn City Council area (eastern part of Cumberland)

ii.    Parramatta LEP 2011, which applies to land in the former Parramatta City Council area (central part of Cumberland) 

iii.   Holroyd LEP 2013, which applies to land in the former Holroyd City Council area (western part of Cumberland)

The current approach does not provide an integrated planning framework for the Cumberland area, with inconsistent planning controls in place, and is not aligned to current strategic plans and policies from Council and the NSW Government.

Preparing a new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP)

Changes to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 in March 2018 require all metropolitan councils to review and amend their existing LEP to ensure it aligns with the relevant District Plan and Greater Sydney Region Plan. Cumberland has been identified as a priority council by the Greater Sydney Commission.

The preparation of a new Cumberland LEP will be undertaken in the form of a planning proposal.  The planning proposal will follow the typical process for other Council initiated or proponent initiated planning proposals, with the final result the gazettal of a new Cumberland LEP.

Approach

The focus of the planning proposal for the new Cumberland LEP is harmonising the planning controls of the three LEPs in operation across Cumberland into a single set of planning controls under a comprehensive LEP.  These planning controls include zoning, land use permissibility, building height, density, design excellence and heritage. 

Work is also being finalised on the planning controls strategy for the Auburn and Lidcombe town centres.  Subject to decisions by Council, this work may also be included in the new Cumberland LEP. 

Other planning proposals underway, such as Wentworthville Town Centre, will not be affected and will continue to progress separately.

Key milestones

The key milestones for the planning proposal on the new Cumberland LEP are shown in Figure 1.  These milestones include:

·        Early consultation on new Cumberland LEP (underway)

·        Planning approach on scope items for the new LEP (underway)

·        Preparation of a planning proposal for the new LEP (underway)

·        Council report on the planning proposal for the new LEP to proceed to Gateway Determination (September 2019)

·        Gateway Determination on the LEP planning proposal by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (end 2019)

·        Public exhibition of the draft planning proposal for the new Cumberland LEP (early 2020)

·        Council report on the planning proposal for the new LEP to proceed for finalisation and gazettal by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (mid 2020)

Figure 1: Key milestones on planning proposal for new Cumberland LEP

Consultation

An extensive consultation program is in place for the preparation of the new Cumberland LEP.  The first stage is early consultation on the new LEP, which is currently underway until the end of August 2019, and represents pre-Gateway consultation in accordance with Council’s Planning Proposal Notification Policy. The second stage is formal consultation on the draft planning proposal for the new LEP in early 2020, subject to Gateway Determination by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment. 

Cumberland Local Planning Panel

There will be an opportunity for the Cumberland Local Planning Panel to provide advice on the planning proposal for the new Cumberland LEP prior to finalisation.  This will be undertaken in the first half of 2020, following Gateway Determination by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment.  This approach is consistent with other Council initiated-planning proposals, such as the planning proposal on minimum lot size for dual occupancy housing. 

Community engagement activities are outlined in the main body of the report.

The preparation of the Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP) is required under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. The Cumberland LEP will also align with the strategic directions outlined in Council’s Community Strategic Plan and Draft Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement.

The approach outlined for the preparation of a planning proposal on the new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP) is designed to meet the key milestones for this work.  The next key milestone is for Council to submit a planning proposal on the new LEP by the end of September 2019.  The release of funds from the grant is also linked to this milestone.

Work undertaken on the Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP), including strategic studies and planned community consultation activities, will be funded from the accelerated Local Environmental Plan Funding Grant provided by the NSW Government.

Council is preparing a planning proposal for the new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP), which will focus on harmonising the three LEPs in operation across Cumberland into a single set of planning controls. Community feedback and advice from the Cumberland Local Planning Panel will also be sought as part of this work.

A report to Council will be presented on the planning proposal for the new Cumberland LEP to proceed to Gateway Determination.  This milestone is required to be met by the end of September 2019, in accordance with funding and delivery commitments between Council and the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment.

 

Nil

 

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Item No: C07/19-152

Proposed Planning Controls for Parts 1, 2 and 3, and Schedules 2, 3 and 6 of the New Cumberland Local Environmental Plan

Responsible Division:                  Environment & Planning

Officer:                                      Director Environment & Planning

File Number:                              S-5750-01

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A resilient built environment 

 

 

The preparation of a new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP) is underway, with the focus on harmonising the planning controls of the three LEPs in operation across Cumberland into a single set of planning controls under a comprehensive LEP.

This report outlines some of the proposed planning controls to be included in the new Cumberland LEP. It recommends that Council endorse the aims (objectives) and land use zones to be included in the new Cumberland LEP. This information will be included in the planning proposal being prepared for the new LEP. 

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.     Endorse the aims (objectives) to be included in Part 1 of the new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan, as provided in Attachment 2. 2.     Endorse the land use zones to be included in Part 2 of the new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan, as provided in Attachment 4. 3.     Note the compulsory provisions in Parts 1, 2 and 3 and Schedules 2, 3 and 6 to be included in the new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan. 4.     Note that the above items will be included in the planning proposal for the new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan.

 

Background

Cumberland Council is currently operating under three separate environmental planning instruments, known as a Local Environmental Plan (LEP), which represent the planning controls from the former Council area within Cumberland prior to amalgamation.  These include:

i.      Auburn LEP 2010, which applies to land in the former Auburn City Council area (eastern part of Cumberland)

ii.      Parramatta LEP 2011, which applies to land in the former Parramatta City Council area (central part of Cumberland) 

iii.     Holroyd LEP 2013, which applies to land in the former Holroyd City Council area (western part of Cumberland)

The current approach does not provide an integrated planning framework for the Cumberland area, with inconsistent planning controls in place, and is not aligned to current strategic plans and policies from Council and the NSW Government.

Changes to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 in March 2018 require all metropolitan councils to review and amend their existing LEP to ensure it aligns with the relevant District Plan and Greater Sydney Region Plan. Cumberland has been identified as a priority council by the Greater Sydney Commission.

New Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP)

The preparation of a new Cumberland LEP will be undertaken in the form of a planning proposal. The focus of the planning proposal for the new Cumberland LEP is harmonising the planning controls of the three LEPs in operation across Cumberland into a single set of planning controls under a comprehensive LEP. 

The structure of the new Cumberland LEP is based on the Standard Instrument LEP, which is the principal template LEP provided by the NSW Government.  Many clauses, provisions and schedules in the Standard Instrument LEP are compulsory and must be included in the new Cumberland LEP.  However, there are some areas where Council has an ability to inform the scope and content on clauses, provisions and schedules to be included in the new LEP. 

This report focuses on a range of proposed planning controls for a number of parts and schedules within the new Cumberland LEP, as shown in Figure 1.  This includes:

·    Part 1: Preliminary

·    Part 2: Permitted and prohibited development

·    Part 3: Exempt and complying development

·    Schedule 2: Exempt development

·    Schedule 3: Complying development

·    Schedule 6: Pond-based and tank-based aquaculture

Figure 1: Proposed Planning Controls Covered in Council Report

Part 1: Preliminary

This part provides the preamble for the new Cumberland LEP.  Most items in this part are compulsory and must be included in the LEP.  Further information on items for Part 1 of the LEP is provided in Attachment 1.

One area where Council is able to inform the content of the LEP is for the aims (objectives) of the plan, and this is provided for endorsement by Council to include in the new Cumberland LEP. The aims are:

·    Establish a planning framework for sustainable land use and development in Cumberland

·    Provide for a range of land uses and developments in appropriate locations across the Cumberland area

·    Facilitate economic growth and employment opportunities in Cumberland

·    Protect and enhance the natural, built and cultural heritage of the Cumberland area

·    Support the provision of community facilities and services in Cumberland to meet the needs of residents, workers and visitors

Part 2: Permitted or prohibited development

This part provides further information on permitted or prohibited development, including land use zones and the application area for zones.  Reference is also made to the land use table, which outlines the zone objectives, permitted land uses and prohibited land uses.  Most items in this part are compulsory and must be included in the LEP.  Further information on items for Part 2 of the LEP is provided in Attachment 3.

One area where Council is able to inform the content of the LEP is on the land use zones that apply in the Cumberland area, and this is provided for endorsement by Council to include in the new Cumberland LEP.  These include a range of residential, business, industrial, infrastructure and environmental land use zones.  Further information is provided in Table 1. 

Table 1: Proposed Land Use Zones for Cumberland LEP

Part 3, Schedule 2 and Schedule 3: Exempt and complying development

This part and associated schedules provide further information on exempt and complying development, including the relationship with the State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development).  All items in this part and schedules are compulsory and must be included in the LEP.  Further information on items for Part 3, Schedule 2 and Schedule 3 of the LEP is provided in Attachments 5 and 6.

Schedule 6: Pond-based and tank-based aquaculture

This schedule provides further information on aquaculture activities, including site location and operational requirements. All items in this schedule are compulsory and must be included in the LEP.

Next Steps

Subject to endorsement, the proposed planning controls will be included in the planning proposal that is being prepared for the new Cumberland LEP.  The planning proposal will be provided for consideration by Council prior to seeking a Gateway Determination by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment. This is required to be undertaken by the end of September 2019. 

An extensive consultation program is in place for the preparation of the new Cumberland LEP.  The first stage is early consultation on the new LEP, which is currently underway until the end of August 2019, and represents pre-Gateway consultation in accordance with Council’s Planning Proposal Notification Policy. The second stage is formal consultation on the draft planning proposal for the new LEP in early 2020, subject to Gateway Determination by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment.

The preparation of the Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP) is required under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. The Cumberland LEP will also align with the strategic directions outlined in Council’s Community Strategic Plan and Draft Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement.

Council is required to submit a planning proposal on the new Cumberland LEP by the end of September 2019.  The release of funds from the grant is also linked to this milestone. Endorsement of the proposed planning controls will assist Council in meeting this milestone.

Work undertaken on the Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP), including strategic studies and planned community consultation activities, will be funded from the accelerated Local Environmental Plan Funding Grant provided by the NSW Government.

The preparation of a new Cumberland Local Environmental Plan (LEP) is underway. This report outlines some of the proposed planning controls to be included in the new Cumberland LEP. It recommends that Council endorse the aims (objectives) and land use zones to be included in the new Cumberland LEP. This information will be included in the planning proposal being prepared for the new LEP.

 

1.     Proposed planning controls - Part 1 Preliminary ⇩

2.     Proposed planning controls - Aims (objectives) of Local Environmental Plan ⇩

3.     Proposed planning controls - Part 2 Permitted and Prohibited Development ⇩

4.     Proposed planning controls - Land Use Zones ⇩

5.     Proposed planning controls- Part 3 Exempt and Complying Development ⇩

6.     Proposed planning controls - Schedules 2, 3, 5 and 6 ⇩  

 

Attachment 1

Proposed planning controls - Part 1 Preliminary

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Attachment 2

Proposed planning controls - Aims (objectives) of Local Environmental Plan

 17 July 2019

Attachment 3

Proposed planning controls - Part 2 Permitted and Prohibited Development

 17 July 2019

Attachment 4

Proposed planning controls - Land Use Zones

 17 July 2019

Attachment 5

Proposed planning controls- Part 3 Exempt and Complying Development

 17 July 2019

Attachment 6

Proposed planning controls - Schedules 2, 3, 5 and 6

 17 July 2019

17 July 2019

 

 

Item No: C07/19-153

Quarterly Progress Report on Council Consultative and Advisory Committees

Responsible Division:                  Community Development

Officer:                                      Director Community Development

File Number:                              T034994/2018

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

 

This report presents the minutes of the Consultative and Advisory Committee meetings held since March 2019. 

 

It provides an overview of additional nominations received by community members for vacancies on Council’s Consultative and Advisory Committees and recommends that Council adopt six nominations for community membership.

 

It also provides midway progress reports for both the Cumberland Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017 – 2021 and the Cumberland Youth Strategy 2017 - 2021.

 

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.     Receive the minutes of the Consultative and Advisory Committee meetings held as listed in the report and included in Attachments 1 to 8. 2.     Receive and note the resignation received for the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Advisory Committee. 3.     Adopt the community committee members listed in the report for membership on Council’s Advisory Committees for a two year term and advise all applicants in writing of the outcome of their nomination for membership. 4.     Receive and note the midway progress report on the implementation of the Cumberland Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017 – 2021 included in Attachment 9. 5.     Receive and note the midway progress report on the implementation of Cumberland Youth Strategy 2017 – 2021 included in Attachment 10.

 

 

Progress Report on Council Committee Meetings

 

The following Committees have met since March 2019:

 

Committee	Meeting Date	Number of Attendees
Companion Animals Advisory Committee	26 March 2019	6
Events Committee	2 May 2019	11
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Consultative Committee	7 May 2019	11
Access Committee	30 May 2019	11
Arts Advisory Committee	4 June 2019	7
Community Safety Committee	11 June 2019	9
Library Advisory Committee	11 June 2019	10
Youth Advisory Committee	17 June 2019	13

 

The minutes of each of the above Committee meetings are included under Attachments 1 to 8.

 

Committee Resignations and Vacancies

 

Council received notification of one resignation from the following community Committee member:

 

·    Julie Tai - Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Consultative Committee.

 

Expression of Interest for Advisory Committees of Council

 

The following table outlines the nominations received for each of the Committees during the period. All nominations were reviewed against the selection criteria by Council officers. Recommendations for Committee members are based on those found to be successful in meeting one or more of the selection criteria.  Where limited vacancies exist, Council has taken into consideration the current membership of the Committee and sought to ensure broad community representation on the Committee.

 

It is recommended that Council adopt the nominations of the following six community members:

 

Committee Name	Number of vacancies	Number of nominations received	Number of nominations recommended	Nominations recommended
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Consultative Committee	3	2	2	Bel Dixon Trudy Healey
Access Committee	3	3	3	Amit Golwala Mark Kunach Richard Silberer
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Advisory Committee	1	2	1	Sharon Yeh

 

The nominee who has not been recommended to join one of the Committees, due to limited number of vacancies and not meeting the selection criteria, will be provided with feedback on their nomination and offered other opportunities to be involved with Council.

 

Midway Progress Reports

 

Aligned with the activities of the Access Committee and Youth Advisory Committee, this report presents the midway progress reports for both the Cumberland Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017 – 2021 and the Cumberland Youth Strategy 2017 – 2021.

 

The Cumberland Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017-2021 was adopted by Council on 7 June 2017 and is a legislative requirement under the Disability Inclusion Act 2014 (DIA). It consists of four focus areas to be actioned over the four years.

 

The Plan is now half way through implementation. A detailed midway progress report is included under Attachment 9 and a summary of progress is provided below:

 

·    Out of the 54 actions outlined in the Plan, 37 actions have commenced implementation during years 1 and 2.

·    54% of all actions are currently ‘On Track’ (17 actions) or ‘In Progress’ (14 actions), and 6 actions have been completed.

·    The remaining 17 actions have been identified for implementation during years 3 and 4.

 

The Cumberland Youth Strategy 2017-2021 was also adopted by Council on 7 June 2017 following engagement with over 1,600 young people across Cumberland. The Strategy is a whole of community plan for delivering better outcomes for young people aged 12 - 25 years. The Strategy focuses on five key areas, nominated by young people in Cumberland, for action over the four year period.

 

The Strategy is now half way through implementation. A detailed midway progress report is included under Attachment 10 and a summary of progress is provided below:

 

·    Out of the 58 actions outlined in the Strategy, 48 have commenced implementation during years 1 and 2.

·    83% of the actions in the Strategy are currently ‘On Track’ (29 actions) or ‘In progress’ (19 actions).

·    The remaining 12 actions have been identified for implementation during years 3 and 4.

There are no further consultation processes for Council associated with this report.

Council’s Consultative and Advisory Committees are recognised as one method for involving the community in Council’s decision making processes in Council’s Community Engagement and Participation Strategy.

All Consultative and Advisory Committees of Council and their members are expected to comply with the Cumberland Council Code of Conduct and supporting policies.

All new Committee members will be required to participate in a Council induction session to ensure they are aware of their obligations under the Cumberland Council Code of Conduct and supporting policies.

There are no financial implications for Council associated with this report.

 

This report provides the minutes of the Consultative and Advisory Committee meetings held since March 2019. It also recommends that Council adopt six nominations for community membership on Council’s Consultative and Advisory Committees.

 

Aligned with the activities of the Access Committee and Youth Advisory Committee, this report also presents the midway progress reports for both the Cumberland Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017 – 2021 and the Cumberland Youth Strategy 2017 – 2021.

 

1.     Minutes of Meeting - Companion Animals Advisory Committee - 26 March 2019 ⇩

2.     Minutes of Meeting - Events Committee - 2 May 2019 ⇩

3.     Minutes of Meeting - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Consultative Committee - 7 May 2019 ⇩

4.     Minutes of Meeting - Access Committee - 30 May 2019 ⇩

5.     Minutes of Meeting - Arts Advisory Committee - 4 June 2019 ⇩

6.     Minutes of Meeting - Community Safety and Crime Prevention Committee - 11 June 2019 ⇩

7.     Minutes of Meeting - Library Advisory Committee - 11 June 2019 ⇩

8.     Minutes of Meeting - Youth Advisory Committee - 17 June 2019 ⇩

9.     Progress Report - Cumberland Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017 - 2021 ⇩

10.   Progress Report - Cumberland Youth Strategy 2017 - 2021 ⇩  

 

Attachment 1

Minutes of Meeting - Companion Animals Advisory Committee - 26 March 2019

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Attachment 2

Minutes of Meeting - Events Committee - 2 May 2019

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Attachment 3

Minutes of Meeting - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Consultative Committee - 7 May 2019

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Attachment 4

Minutes of Meeting - Access Committee - 30 May 2019

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Attachment 5

Minutes of Meeting - Arts Advisory Committee - 4 June 2019

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Attachment 6

Minutes of Meeting - Community Safety and Crime Prevention Committee - 11 June 2019

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Attachment 7

Minutes of Meeting - Library Advisory Committee - 11 June 2019

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Attachment 8

Minutes of Meeting - Youth Advisory Committee - 17 June 2019

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Attachment 9

Progress Report - Cumberland Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017 - 2021

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Attachment 10

Progress Report - Cumberland Youth Strategy 2017 - 2021

 17 July 2019