Council Meeting

 Wednesday, 1 June 2022 at 6:30pm

 

Cumberland City 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 Diane Colman	0400 279 200	Diane.Colman@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Greg Cummings	0417 612 717	Greg.Cummings@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Eddy Sarkis	0418 306 918	Eddy.Sarkis@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Regents Park Ward
Clr Kun Huang (Deputy Mayor)	0418 911 774	Kun.Huang@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Sabrin Farooqui	0400 322 999	Sabrin.Farooqui@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Helen Hughes	0400 264 534	Helen.Hughes@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
South Granville Ward
Clr Glenn Elmore	0418 459 527	Glenn.Elmore@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Paul Garrard	0414 504 504	Paul.Garrard@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Mohamad Hussein	0400 281 726	Mohamad.Hussein@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Wentworthville Ward
Clr Suman Saha	0419 546 950	Suman.Saha@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Lisa Lake (Mayor)	0418 669 681	Lisa.Lake@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Clr Michael Zaiter	0418 432 797	Michael.Zaiter@cumberland.nsw.gov.au

 

 

 

 

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 1 June 2022

1    Opening Prayer / Acknowledgement of Country / National Anthem

2    Notice of Live Streaming of Council meeting

3    Apologies / Requests for Leave of Absence

4    Declarations of Pecuniary & Non Pecuniary Conflicts of Interest

5    Confirmation of Previous Minutes

C06/22-66      Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council - 18 May 2022.............................................. 5

6    Mayoral Minutes

Nil

7    Public Forum / Presentation of Petitions

8    Items Resolved by Exception

9    Reports to Council

      General Manager

C06/22-67      Review of Delegations of Authority to the General Manager..................................... 15

C06/22-68      Outcome of Expression of Interest Process - Council Advisory Committees................... 21

C06/22-69      Hay Shire Council - 150 Years of Local Government Event................................... 25

C06/22-70      Local Government Remuneration Tribunal Determination - Mayor and Councillor Remuneration 2022/23............................. 31

C06/22-71      Adoption of Draft Code of Meeting Practice - Post Exhibition......................................... 59

      Director Community and Organisation Development

C06/22-72      Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 - 2026....................................................... 193

      Director Finance & Commercial Services

C06/22-73      Proposed Granting of Drainage Easement Through Friends Park Lidcombe............. 221

      Director Environment & Planning

C06/22-74      Planning Proposal for Merrylands East Local Centre (Former John Cootes Site)........... 225

C06/22-75      Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan............................................. 963

C06/22-76      Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan........................................... 1099

      Director City Services

Nil

 

10  Reports of Council Committees

C06/22-77      Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee - Draft Minutes of Meeting Held on 9 May 2022..................................................... 1247

11  Motions Pursuant to Notice

Nil

12  Notices of Rescission

RES06/22-1   Notice of Rescission - C05/22-57 - Planning Proposal - Betty Cuthbert Drive............. 1263

13  Questions on Notice

Nil

14  Closed Session Reports

C06/22-78      Tender Evaluation Report - Swim Centre Facility Management and Services Contract

Note: Included in Closed Council in accordance with Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act as the information involves commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.

C06/22-79      Merrylands CBD Drainage Works - Creation of Electrical Easement for Substation - McFarlane Street

Note: Included in Closed Council in accordance with Section 10A(2)(d)(ii) of the Local Government Act as the information involves information that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a competitor of the council.

15  Other / General Matters

16  Close

 

 

 1 June 2022

 

Item No: C06/22-66

Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council - 18 May 2022

Responsible Division:                  General Manager

Officer:                                       Executive Manager General Manager's Unit

  

 

 

Recommendation   That Council confirm the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 18 May 2022.

 

1.     Draft Council Minutes - 18 May 2022   

 

Attachment 1

Draft Council Minutes - 18 May 2022

 1 June 2022

 1 June 2022

 

 

Item No: C06/22-67

Review of Delegations of Authority to the General Manager

Responsible Division:                  General Manager

Officer:                                       Executive Manager General Manager's Unit

File Number:                               9430932

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

This report provides Council the recommended Delegations of Authority to the General Manager, and seeks Councils determination as required under Section 380 of the Local Government Act 1993.

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.  Revoke the previous “Delegations of Authority – Instrument of Delegation to the General Manager”. 2.  Delegate to the General Manager the "Delegations of Authority - Instrument of Delegation" (Attachment 1)

 

 

Section 380 of the Local Government Act 1993 requires the Council to review all of its delegations, including those to the General Manager, during the first 12 months of each term of its office.

 

A thorough review of the previous delegations issued to the General Manager has been completed, and it is now appropriate for Council to give consideration to the attached draft updated instrument of delegation.

 

The instrument of Delegations remains in the format as previously resolved by Council on the 21^st February 2018. The document is drafted to delegate to the General Manager all of the functions, powers, duties and authorities of the Council that it may lawfully delegate under the Local Government Act 1993, any other Act, regulation, instrument, rule or the like, other than those functions prescribed in Section 377(1) of the Local Government Act 1993 as functions which may not be delegated. The general delegation referred to above is subject to the restrictions set out in Schedule 1 of the Instrument.

 

In considering and making a recommendation on the Draft Instrument of Delegations, Council has considered the significant increase in tendering costs associated with construction related projects, paired with the recent increase in the Local Government Act of the mandatory minimum tendering threshold from $150,000 to $250,000. As such, it is recommended that the delegated authority for the General Manager to accept a tender be increased from $500,000 to $750,000 plus GST.

 

The updated Instrument of Delegation to the General Manager has been drafted to support the efficient and effective operations of Council. It is now recommended that the updated Instrument of Delegation to the General Manager be adopted.

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

There are no policy implications for Council associated with this report. Council’s Internal Procurement processes and procedures will be updated should Council adopt the report recommendations.

The Delegations of Authority – Instrument of Delegation for the General Manager has been prepared to ensure Council’s compliance with Section 380 of the Local Government Act 1993.

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

The General Manager’s Delegations of Authority are now provided to Council for Determination. 

 

1.     Delegations of Authority to the General Manager   

 

Attachment 1

Delegations of Authority to the General Manager

 1 June 2022

 1 June 2022

 

 

Item No: C06/22-68

Outcome of Expression of Interest Process - Council Advisory Committees

Responsible Division:                  General Manager

Officer:                                       Executive Manager General Manager's Unit

File Number:                               15248741

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

This report provides the outcome of the recent Expression of Interest process for the appointment of community members for Council’s Advisory Committees for the determination of Council.

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.     Appoint the community members to each committee as outlined in the report. 2.     Defer the formation of the ATSIC Committee pending further consultation. 3.     Notify all applicants of Council’s resolution.

 

At the Ordinary Council meeting held on 2 March 2022, it was resolved (Min.021):

“That Council:

1.  Adopt the attached Terms of Reference documents for the re-establishment of the following advisory Committees:

Access Committee, Arts Advisory Committee, Community Safety and Crime Prevention Committee, Companion Animals Advisory Committee, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Advisory Committee, Library Committee, Youth Advisory Committee, Green Corridor Committee, Homelessness Committee.

2.  Receive a further report for determination at the conclusion of the Expression of Interest Process for the appointment of Community Representatives for the Committees outlined in 1.”

In accordance with the above resolution, Council conducted an Expressions Of Interest process seeking the appointment of community representatives to these Committees.

Outlined below is a summary of the number of applications received for each Committee:

Each Committee had a panel of 2 Council officers convene to review all applications and conduct an evaluation of each applicant, in order to make a recommendation to Council.

Council has extensively consulted the Expression of Interest Process, with an internal engagement plan prepared and executed outlining all mechanisms utilised to create awareness and interest in this Expressions Of Interests process including e-news, social media, Council’s website, print media, podcasts and more. The Expressions Of Interest process was also extended by an additional 2 weeks to seek additional representation.

Below is a summary of community representatives recommended for appointment. Based on membership requirements within the Council adopted Terms of Reference documents, all Committees are capable of proceeding to formation with the exception of the ATSIC Committee, which is currently unable to adhere to the 10-15 community representative requirement outlined in its Council resolved Terms of Reference. It is therefore proposed that Council continue to consult with the community and indigenous groups in relation to this Committee, and seek to increase membership in order to adhere to the adopted Terms of Reference. As part of this process, any existing applicants for membership on the ATSIC will be notified of Council’s decision.

 

 

Council ran an open and transparent Expression of Interest process via Council’s ‘Have Your Say’ platform between 25 March 2022 until 10 May 2022. In addition to this, the Expression Of Interest process was regularly notified through e-news, community newsletters and social media platforms. Existing Committee members sitting on Council’s Committees prior to the 2021 Local Government Elections were also notified of this Expression Of Interest process being live, and were encouraged to submit their interest.

All applicants will be notified of Council’s decision post meeting and if supported, Council will proceed to discuss the formation and onboarding process of Committee members.

Council’s advisory Committees operate within Council’s Internal Governance Framework, and an onboarding process will commence for all Committees if supported.

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

There are minor financial implications for Council associated with this report with respect to the time of staff supporting Committees after hours at their quarterly meetings.

Council has undertaken an extensive Expression of Interest Process for representation on Council’s Advisory Committees. It is now recommended that Council resolve the community representatives to sit on these Advisory Committees, and further consult on the ATSIC Committee which did not meet membership requirements under the Terms of Reference.

 

Nil

 

 1 June 2022

 

 

Item No: C06/22-69

Hay Shire Council - 150 Years of Local Government Event

Responsible Division:                  General Manager

Officer:                                       Executive Manager General Manager's Unit

File Number:                               9387480

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

This report provides Council information of an invitation received by Council from Hay Shire Council for their 150 years in Local Government event being held in August 2022, and seeks Council’s determination in sending delegate/s to the event.

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.  Confirm its participation in the Hay Shire Council visit for the celebration of Hay Shires 150 years of Local Government; 2.  Notify the General Manager of Councillors wishing to attend; and 3.  Reschedule the 17 August 2022 Council Meeting to 24 August 2022.

 

 

The Hay Shire is a rural local government area in the Riverina area of south-western New South Wales. It comprises of 11,326 square kilometres, and is located approximately 8 hours’ drive from Merrylands.

 

Cumberland City Council maintains a historic strategic partnership with Hay Shire Council,  commencing previously under the former Holroyd City Council. The aim of the strategic partnership primarily is for both Councils including elected officials and officers to share knowledge and experiences, and generally to assist each other. More recently under Cumberland City Council, Council determined via a Matter of Urgency on 21 December 2018 (Min.388):

 

“That Council affirms its existing partnership with Hay Shire Council and extends its support to the Shire as appropriate into the future.”

 

Accordingly, historically (Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic), the Mayor, Councillors and staff representatives from both Councils would alternate annually in sending delegates to visit each other to maintain the strategic partnership between the two Councils. The aim of visitations was to strengthen the relationship between the two Councils previously established, and to impart knowledge and provide professional assistance to each other. An example of this includes Hay Shire Council’s scheduled staff visit to  Council in June 2022, to network and discuss matters relating to sustainability initiatives.

 

Council’s visitation to Hay Shire Council would usually involve the sending of specialist Council officers such as Engineers or Compliance Officers, to assist Hay Shire Council with any areas of professional expertise required during the visit.

 

Cumberland City Council has been invited to visit Hay Shire Council from 17-19 August 2022, for the Hay Shire 150 Years of Local Government Event. Accordingly, Council seeks to re-establish the annual visitation rotation between the two Councils, and align this with the 150 Years of Local Government Event being held in Hay Shire. A copy of the invitation issued to the Mayor is attached to this report.

 

Attendance at the event will ensure that Council is maintaining the strong relationship with its partnering rural Council, and provide an opportunity for both networking and professional staff assistance.

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

Council’s participation with this event will accord with the resolution of Council affirming Council’s ongoing partnership with Hay Shire Council. Councillor attendance at this event is covered under the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy.

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

Any financial implications arising out of this report are provided for under the Draft 2022/23 budget, which has factored into it forecasted expenditure under the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy.

Council has been invited to the Hay Shire 150 years in Local Government event. It is now recommended that Council determine its participation in the event.

 

1.     Invitation Letter to Mayor from Hay Shire Council   

 

Attachment 1

Invitation Letter to Mayor from Hay Shire Council

 1 June 2022

 1 June 2022

 

 

 

Item No: C06/22-70

Local Government Remuneration Tribunal Determination - Mayor and Councillor Remuneration 2022/23

Responsible Division:                  General Manager

Officer:                                       Executive Manager General Manager's Unit

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

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

 

This report outlines the determination made by the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal relating to the fees payable to Mayors and Councillors from 1 July 2022. The report also makes recommendations in relation to annual remuneration for Cumberland City Council elected officials.

 

 

Recommendation That Council: 1.  Set the annual Councillor Fee for the period 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023 at $31,640 in accordance with the provisions of Section 248 of the Local Government Act 1993; and 2.  Set the annual Mayoral Fee for the period 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023 at $92,180 in accordance with the provisions of Section 249 of the Local Government Act 1993.

 

The Local Government Remuneration Tribunal (LGRT) has made its determination, under section 241 of the Local Government Act 1993, in relation to the annual fees to be paid to Mayors and Councillors for the 2022/23 financial year period.

Section 241 of the Local Government Act 1993 provides for the Tribunal to determine, not later than 1 May in each year, for each of the categories determined under section 239, the maximum and minimum amount of fees to be paid to mayors and councillors of councils, as well as chairpersons and members of county councils.

The Tribunal’s Annual Report and Determination 2022 provides details of the factors taken into account in its determination that an increase of 2 percent in fees for Mayors and Councillors is appropriate across the sector. The increases are effective from 1 July 2022. Further information regarding the factors taken into account to reach the determination of the 2 percent increase can be found under Attachment 1 – Local Government Remuneration Tribunal – Annual Report and Determination 2022.

Pursuant to section 241 of the Local Government Act 1993, the Tribunal’s 2022 annual determination has set the annual fees to be paid in each of the categories to Mayors and Councillors effective from 1 July 2022. Under the Act it states that if Council does not fix the fees for the Mayor and Councillors by resolution, the minimum rate is automatically applied. The annual fees for Mayors and Councillors in the ‘Metropolitan Large’ category are as follows:

Councillor/Member Annual Fee		Mayor/Chairperson Additional Fee*
Minimum	Maximum	Minimum	Maximum
$ 19,180	$ 31,640	$ 40,740	$ 92,180

*The Mayor/Chairperson additional fee must be paid in addition to the fee paid to the Mayor/Chairperson as a Councillor/Member in accordance with section 249(2) of the Local Government Act 1993.

This report recommends that Council adopt the maximum annual fees set by the Tribunal on the following basis:

·    Substantial size in geographic and population size of the Local Government Area.

·    Substantial responsibilities associated with the annual budget.

·    The wide scope, level and range of services delivered by Council.

·    Increased level of time investment required for the Mayor and Councillors to fulfil their civic duties effectively.

 

Adopting the report recommendations will ensure the remuneration of the Cumberland City Council elected officials reflects the increased scope of responsibilities to undertake their civic duties in a large, amalgamated Council.

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

Mayor and Councillor Remuneration is paid in addition to the expenses and facilities available to Councillors under the adopted Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy.

Pursuant to section 241 of the Local Government Act 1993, the Tribunal’s 2022 annual determination has set the annual fees to be paid in each of the categories to Mayors and Councillors effective from 1 July 2022. Under the Act it states that if Council does not fix the fees for the Mayor and Councillors by resolution, the minimum rates are automatically applied as outlined in the report.

The 2022/23 budget for Mayor and Councillor Remuneration incorporates the adopted remuneration rates as Council has reflected CPI indexation overall in the annual budget.

 

Council has reviewed the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal’s Annual Report and Determination 2022 which determined the fees payable to Mayors and Councillors from 1 July 2022. This report recommends that Council adopt the annual maximum fees payable to Mayors and Councillors for a ‘Metropolitan Large’ council from 1 July 2022, in accordance with the determination made by the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal.

 

 

1.     OLG Circular - Mayor & Councillor Remuneration - 23 May 2022  

2.     2022 Annual Local Government Remuneration Tribunal Determination   

 

Attachment 1

OLG Circular - Mayor & Councillor Remuneration - 23 May 2022

 1 June 2022

Attachment 2

2022 Annual Local Government Remuneration Tribunal Determination

 1 June 2022

 1 June 2022

 

 

Item No: C06/22-71

Adoption of Draft Code of Meeting Practice - Post Exhibition

Responsible Division:                  General Manager

Officer:                                       Executive Manager General Manager's Unit

File Number:                               9431078

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

This report presents to Council the Draft Code of Meeting Practice recommended for adoption, following a recent public exhibition and submission period.

 

Recommendation That Council adopt the Code of Meeting Practice per Attachment 2 to this report.

 

Council is required within 12 months of an ordinary election date to review, publicly exhibit and adopt its Code of Meeting Practice, in accordance with Section 360(3) of the Local Government Act 1993. Council’s Code of Meeting Practice must contain all mandatory clauses prescribed by the Office of Local Government – Model Code of Meeting Practice for NSW Councils (Attachment 1). Council may or may not choose to incorporate into its Code any non-mandatory clauses in the prescribed Code.

At the Ordinary Council meeting held on 9 February 2022, Council resolved (Min.010):

 

“That Council:

1. Approve the Draft Code of Meeting Practice (Attachment 4) being placed on public exhibition for 28 days, and subsequently open for a submission period of 42 days, as required under S.361 of the Local Government Act 1993, subject to the following amendments to clause 18.2:

·    ‘30 minutes’ to ‘1 hour’ and ’10.30pm’ to ‘11pm’.

2. Receive a further report at the conclusion of the 42 day submission period for determination, outlining the submissions received and a final recommended Code of Meeting Practice for adoption.”

 

In accordance with the above resolution, Council subsequently publicly exhibited the Draft Code of Meeting Practice for a total period of 42 days, in accordance with Section 361 of the Local Government Act 1993 and sought feedback from the community.

Council received five (5) submissions during the 42 day consultation and submission period, providing feedback on a number of different clauses within the document. A summary of the feedback raised through the submissions and Council’s response are outlined in Attachment 3 of this report for Council’s consideration. One change to the final document is recommended as a result of the submissions received. The proposed changes to affect this are highlighted in the final document.

 

For the purposes of transparency to the community, mandatory clauses Council must adopt in its Code are included in black font. Non-Mandatory clauses proposed for adoption in Council’s Draft Code are included in red font. Any supplementary clauses or parameters determined by Council at a local level are included in blue font. If adopted, a clean version of the document without markups will be published to Council’s website following the meeting.

It is now recommended that Council adopt the Code of Meeting Practice, detailed as Attachment 2 to this report.

Council publicly exhibited the Code of Meeting Practice for a period of 42 days, from 11 March 2022 to 22 April 2022, both on Council’s website and in local newspaper publications as well as through Councils’ Social Media platforms.

Council had 334 page views during of its ‘Have Your Say’ community engagement website during the public exhibition period, with 67 downloads of the Draft Code of Meeting Practice. Council received 5 submissions during the exhibition period. The consultation also featured in the April 2022 Have Your Say newsletter emailed to all registered participants.

If adopted, this version of the Code of Meeting Practice will supersede and therefore rescind the previous version of the same document. The proposed version number and adoption date is indicated on the front page of the attached document.

Adoption of the Code of Meeting Practice will ensure Council has complied with its legal obligations under Section 360(3) of the Local Government Act 1993.

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

The Draft Code of Meeting Practice has been amended and exhibited in accordance with the recent resolution of Council. It is now being reported to Council for determination.

 

1.     OLG - Model Code of Meeting Practice 2021  

2.     Code of Meeting Practice (Marked up)  

3.     Summary of Community Consultation Submissions   

 

Attachment 1

OLG - Model Code of Meeting Practice 2021

 1 June 2022

Attachment 2

Code of Meeting Practice (Marked up)

 1 June 2022

Attachment 3

Summary of Community Consultation Submissions

 1 June 2022

 1 June 2022

 

 

Item No: C06/22-72

Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 - 2026

Responsible Division:                  Community and Organisation Development

Officer:                                       Director Community and Organisation Development (Deputy GM)

File Number:                               s-57-50

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A great place to live  

 

 

The Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 – 2026 has been developed to provide a clear direction for Council over the next four years to support better outcomes for young people in Cumberland.

This report recommends that the Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022-2026 be placed on public exhibition for consultation with the community.

 

Recommendation That Council place the Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 - 2026 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.

 

The Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 - 2026 provides a clear direction for Council and local youth organisations over the next four years to support better outcomes for young people, making Cumberland a place where young people are safe, have access to vocational pathways, feel connected, included, resilient and healthy.

Strategy Development

The Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 – 2026 was developed through an evidence and consultation-based process to ensure themes, strategies and actions reflect the feedback and aspirations of young people in the Cumberland community.

Development of the Draft Strategy involved the following:

·    A survey promoted through Council’s “Have Your Say” platform, aimed at young people.

·    A survey promoted through Council’s “Have Your Say” platform, aimed at youth sector professionals, parents and carers.

·    Online focus groups were conducted with local young people on identified themes.

Themes

There are four key themes identified in the Draft Strategy established to guide Council’s planning, programs, advocacy, and collaboration with young people.

The Draft Strategy will support young people in the local government area with the following themes:

 

1. Connectedness and Identity

2. Access and Inclusion

3. Wellbeing and Resilience

4. Pathways and Independence

A total of 12 strategies and 32 actions have been developed for implementation by Council over the next four years.

Tracking Progress and Reporting

 

Implementation of the Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 – 2026 has been incorporated into Council’s Operational Plan 2022- 23. It will also be supported by an annual implementation plan which will identify the priority actions to be implemented with accompanying performance indicators and timeframes.

Staff in the Children and Youth Development team within the Community and Culture service area will be responsible for leading and implementing actions in the Draft Strategy.

 

Progress against the Draft Strategy will be reported quarterly to Council as part of Council’s Corporate Planning and Reporting Framework. An evaluation of the Draft Strategy will be undertaken at the midway mark and at the completion of the four-year term in 2026. The results of this evaluation will be reported to Council and the community.

The Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy will be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days, to enable the community to have an opportunity for input.

During the public exhibition period, the following actions and additional community engagement activities will be undertaken:

·    The Draft Strategy will be distributed to young people and key stakeholders who participated in the engagement process to seek additional feedback and comment.

·    The Draft Strategy will be made available on the Council website, the “Have Your Say” platform, and at Council libraries, staffed community centres and Council’s customer service centres.

·    Promotion of the public exhibition period via Council’s social media channels and distribution of media releases to local papers.

·    Advertisement of the public exhibition period via advertisements in the Auburn Review and Parramatta Advertiser.

·    The Draft Strategy will also be distributed through community networks, including at relevant advisory committee and interagency meetings.

Feedback and public comments arising from the public exhibition period will be reported back to Council and used to inform the final Strategy to be reported back to Council for adoption.

The implementation of the Draft Strategy aligns with the Cumberland Community Strategic Plan 2017-2027.

Actions in the Draft Strategy align with and support the implementation of the Child Protection Policy and subsequent framework, adopted by Council in 2018.

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

Funding for the implementation of the Draft Strategy has been factored into the approved Operational Plan 2022/23 budget. Additional funding may need to be allocated in the coming years of the Strategy when future actions have been further scoped and costed.

Council officers will also proactively seek external grants to support the delivery of actions outlined in the Draft Strategy.

The Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 – 2026 has been developed to provide a strategic approach to the delivery of advocacy, programs and initiatives that support young people in Cumberland. It identifies the key themes of Access & Inclusion, Connectedness & Identity, Wellbeing & Resilience and Pathways & Independence.

 

In implementing this Strategy, Council’s role will be to lead, support and strengthen organisations, programs and initiatives that are youth led and youth focused at the local level.

 

This report recommends the Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 - 2026 be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days for consultation with the community.

 

 

1.     Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 - 2026   

 

Attachment 1

Draft Cumberland City Youth Strategy 2022 - 2026

 1 June 2022

 1 June 2022

 

 

Item No: C06/22-73

Proposed Granting of Drainage Easement Through Friends Park Lidcombe

Responsible Division:                  Finance & Commercial Services

Officer:                                       Acting Director Finance & Commercial Services

File Number:                               SC4887

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A great place to live  

 

 

This report recommends that Council grant a stormwater easement through the use of an existing redundant drainage pipe located at the boundary of Friends Park located at 1 Davey Street Lidcombe to an adjoining property owner in accordance with their Development Consent.    

 

Recommendation That: 1.  In accordance with part 3, of schedule 8 of the Conveyancing Act, Council approve the creation of the stormwater easement from the rear of the development site at 4-12 Railway Street through the use of an existing redundant drainage pipe at the boundary of Friends Park located at 1 Davey Street, Lidcombe in accordance with DA2021/0092; and subject to an independent valuation and compensation being paid to Council. 2.  The final easement location and design is subject to expert advice from Council’s Engineering team. 3.  The easement approval be subject to concurrence from Sydney Water and Public Notice undertaken.

 

The subject property development application, DA2021/0092, for 4-12 Railway Street, Lidcombe (Lot 1 DP 397, Lot 6 DP 397, Lot 7 DP 397, Lot 8 DP 397, Lot 38 DP 222712, Lot 100 DP 793305, Lot 101 DP 1248142) was approved by Council on the 8 October 2021.

 

The proposal sought approval for the construction of four (4) mixed-use buildings ranging in height from 2 to 18 storeys, comprising commercial/retail use and 301 residential apartments over four (4) basement car park levels accommodating 514 car spaces, site remediation, landscaping works, and associated Stratum subdivision.

The required easement is approximately 1.5 metres wide and approximately 10 metres long and is centred over the existing redundant pipe located adjacent to the western boundary of Council’s Friends Street Reserve, land title Lot 1, DP 1147712.

As part of the assessment of the development, a referral was made to Council’s Development Engineers for review. Following the review, it was recommended that  deferred commencement conditions relating to stormwater discharge through an existing pipe along the boundary of Councils Friends Park be imposed on the development.

Stormwater Discharge and Drainage Easement

There is currently an existing redundant drainage pipe located on the boundary of Friends Park Lidcombe which can be used to allow the disposal of stormwater from the development site to Council’s stormwater drainage system.

The existing pipe is to be relined without excavation which will prevent damage to the park and adjacent trees and will allow the easement to be positioned close to the boundary so that any future facilities are not compromised by an easement through the centre of the park/open space.

Creation of Drainage Easement

A drainage easement is required to be created in favour of the property to be developed over the boundary of Council’s reserve to permit the disposal of stormwater to Council’s stormwater drainage system. All details as per section 7.8 of Council’s On-site Stormwater Detention (OSD) policy shall be provided and the drainage easement location shall not disturb any structures or root zone of existing trees. Documents relative to the creation of the easement to be lodged with NSW Land registry services. All costs associated with the creation of easements shall be borne by the applicant. Downstream property owner’s consent to be provided as part of the easement creation.

An image of the proposed easement location is shown below.

             

As the subject property is required to drain to Council stormwater system, the applicant submitted a stormwater plan demonstrating the proposed disposal method.

Council engineers are supportive of the proposal subject to a detail design.

It is requested that Council support the creation of the easement.

Council will undertake 28 days public notification relating to the proposed easement.

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

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

Council will command a level of compensation for this easement. This will be subject to an independent valuation report and must be paid by the applicant prior to granting of the easement.

It is now recommended that Council grant the easement through the boundary of Friends Park at 1 Davey Street, Lidcombe to the adjoining property owner in accordance with their approved Development Consent.

 

Nil

 

 1 June 2022

 

 

Item No: C06/22-74

Planning Proposal for Merrylands East Local Centre (Former John Cootes Site)

Responsible Division:                  Environment & Planning

Officer:                                       Director Environment & Planning

File Number:                               PP2020/0003

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A resilient built environment  

 

 

Council has received a landowner-initiated planning proposal for Merrylands East Local Centre, located at 244 and 246-264 Woodville Road, 2-16 Lansdowne Street, and 19 Highland Street, Merrylands. This Site is currently approved for a mixed-use development and public open space. The purpose of the planning proposal is to amend the Site’s building height and density controls in the Cumberland LEP to facilitate the delivery of additional residential apartments, including affordable housing, and expanded commercial and retail facilities.

The Proponent’s initial Planning Proposal Request was lodged in January 2022 and placed on early consultation in March 2022. In response to preliminary Council officer and community feedback, the Proponent lodged a revised Request in April 2022, involving a significant reduction in the scale of the proposed development.

The Cumberland Local Planning Panel (the Panel) considered the Revised Planning Proposal Request in May 2022 and advised that Council not support the proposal proceeding as a separate Planning Proposal, and any proposal for more intensive use be considered as part of the Woodville Road Corridor Planning Proposal.

Consistent with the Panel’s advice, it is recommended that Council note the advice of the Panel, does not proceed with the landowner-initiated planning proposal at this time, and resolves that the proposal be considered as part of the Council initiated Planning Proposal for the Woodville Road Corridor.

 

Recommendation: That Council: 1.  Note the status of the landowner-initiated planning proposal for the Merrylands East Local Centre. 2.  Note the advice of the Cumberland Local Planning Panel on the landowner-initiated planning proposal for Merrylands East Local Centre. 3.  Endorse that the landowner-initiated planning proposal for the Merrylands East Local Centre not proceed. 4.  Endorse that the proposal be considered as part of the Council initiated planning proposal for the Woodville Road Corridor.

 

Background

The Merrylands East Local Centre is a newly established local centre located on the Woodville Road Corridor, approximately 4km south of the Parramatta CBD and 2km south-east of the Merrylands Principal Local Centre (Figure 1). The Site is currently occupied by the former John Cootes bulky goods warehouse and retail store on Woodville Road and residential dwellings along Lansdowne Street (Figure 2).

 

Figure 1: The Site in its regional context

 

Figure 2: The Site in its local context

Planning controls

 

Current planning controls

 

The Site is subject to the following key planning controls contained in Cumberland LEP 2021, as shown in Figure 3:

·    Land Zone: B2 Local Centre and RE1 Public Recreation

·    Floor Space Ratio: 2.2:1 in B2 Zone

·    Height of Buildings: 31m in B2 Zone

·    Heritage: Two heritage items near the site, Granville South Public School (I169) and a heritage-listed house at 30 Lansdowne Street (I203).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Land Zone	Floor Space Ratio
Height of Buildings	Heritage

                                         Figure 3: Current LEP controls

 

Approved mixed use development

On 30 April 2021, Sydney Central City Joint Regional Planning Panel issued a deferred commencement consent for demolition of existing structures/site improvements and construction of a mixed-use development on the Site with building heights of five to nine storeys (DA2020/0493).

The approved development comprises five buildings (Buildings A to E) containing a mix of uses including commercial/retail, residential apartments, childcare centre, hotel accommodation/serviced apartments, public park and associated landscaping, road access, two levels of basement parking and associated site works. The consent became operational on 10 June 2021. See Figure 4 for the approved site plan.

 

Figure 4: Approved site plan

 

Council’s Planning Proposal for the Woodville Road Corridor

On 2 June 2021, Council resolved to forward its Planning Proposal for the Woodville Road Corridor to the Department of Planning and Environment for a Gateway Determination. Amongst other things, this Council-initiated proposal seeks to amend the zoning, height, and density controls for land surrounding the site, including land on the opposite side of Lansdowne Street and Woodville Road, as shown in Figure 5. This is referred to as the Merrylands East Precinct.

At present, the Department has undertaken a review of the Council initiated planning proposal for the Woodville Road Corridor and is seeking further information and technical studies from Council on the planning work undertaken prior to further consideration on the proposal.  A Gateway Determination has not been issued for the Woodville Road Corridor planning proposal at this time.

Land Zone

Height of Buildings

Floor Space Ratio

Figure 5: Proposed controls for Woodville Road Corridor (Merrylands East Precinct)

Planning Proposal Request

In January 2022, Green Dior Holdings Pty Ltd (the Proponent) lodged a Planning Proposal Request with Council for land at Merrylands East Local Centre, 244 and 246-264 Woodville Road, 2-16 Lansdowne Street, and 19 Highland Street, Merrylands (the site). A revised Planning Proposal Request was lodged in April 2022 involving a significant reduction in the scale of the proposed development.

The site is approved for a mixed-use development comprising five buildings (Buildings A to E) containing a mix of uses including commercial/retail, residential apartments, childcare centre, hotel accommodation/serviced apartments, public park and associated landscaping, road access, two levels of basement parking and associated site works.

The Proponent’s Planning Proposal Request seeks to amend the Site’s height and density controls in Cumberland LEP 2021 to:

·    Better align the development with the existing site-specific Development Control Plan (Cumberland DCP 2021, Part F2-10) in relation to building heights.

·    Respond to changing circumstances, including the Proponent’s acquisition of an additional site (6 Lansdowne Street) which is intended to be incorporated into the wider development site.

·    Increase the number and variety of residential apartments on the Site, including:

o  More affordable housing units to be dedicated to Council.

o  More three bedroom apartments to meet the needs of larger families.

·    Expand the ground floor commercial/retail podium to accommodate more specialty retail.

Compared with the approved development, the Planning Proposal Request involves:

·    An additional 1-2 storeys of building height from 5-9 storeys up to 7-10 storeys with taller buildings on the Woodville Road frontage. It is noted that the initial Planning Proposal Request sought up to 13 storeys on the Woodville Road frontage; however, this was reduced in response to community and Council officer feedback.

·    An additional 72 residential apartments, increasing from 413 to 485 apartments, noting that some of this increased yield (12 apartments) are achievable under current planning controls for the site, due to the Proponent’s acquisition and consolidation of 6 Lansdowne Street into the wider development site. Therefore, the net additional increase is 60 dwellings.

·    An increase in the number of larger three-bedroom apartments from 55 to 146, providing more affordable housing options for families.

·    An increase in the number of affordable housing units dedicated to Council from 8 to 15 apartments.

·    An extension of the ground level retail podium 6 metres to the south, resulting in an additional 1,555m² commercial/retail GFA (from 10,055m² to 11,610m²). It is noted that this will reduce the setback of the ground level from the southern boundary from 20m to 14m.

The Proponent seeks to achieve the intended outcome via the following amendments to the Cumberland LEP:

·    Increase Height of Buildings (HOB) controls from 31m to 38m for the north eastern part of the site that fronts Lansdowne Street and Woodville Road. The remaining B2 Local Centre portion of the site will retain a maximum HOB control of 31m (Figure 6). 

·    Increase the Floor Space Ratio (FSR) control across the site from 2.2:1 to 2.6:1 (Figure 7).

 

Figure 6: Proposed HOB control for the north-eastern portion of the site

 

Figure 7: Proposed FSR control for the B2 Local Centre portion of the site

 

Cumberland Local Planning Panel Advice

 

The Cumberland Local Planning Panel considered a report on the Planning Proposal Request and the outcomes of early community consultation on 11 May 2022. In response, the Panel recommended that ‘Council not support the Proposal proceeding to Gateway Determination as a separate Planning Proposal and that any proposal for more intensive use on this site be considered as part of the Woodville Road Corridor Planning Proposal, including consideration of cumulative impacts and to align the supporting technical information.’ The Panel’s view is that the proposal is premature given the status of Council’s Woodville Road Corridor Planning Proposal which is yet to received Gateway Determination.

Status and Next Steps

Council officers have carefully considered the advice of the Cumberland Local Planning Panel and liaised with the Proponent on the status of the Planning Proposal Request.  Based on this work, it is recommended to Council that the landowner-initiated planning proposal for the Merrylands East Local Centre not proceed at this time. It is also recommended that the proposal be considered as part of the Council initiated planning proposal for the Woodville Road Corridor.

Should Council support this recommendation, Council officers will undertake the relevant analysis and studies to consider changes to planning controls at the Merrylands East Local Centre.

The Proponent’s initial Planning Proposal Request was placed on early consultation from 2 March 2022 to 29 March 2022 consistent with policy requirements. In response, Council received a total of three submissions, each of which objected to the proposal on the grounds of potential amenity impacts, particularly traffic.

There are minimal policy implications for Council on the proposal outlined in this report.

There are minimal risk implications for Council on the proposal outlined in this report.

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

Council has received a landowner-initiated planning proposal for Merrylands East Local Centre to amend the Site’s building height and density controls in the Cumberland LEP. Early consultation has been undertaken and advice received from the Cumberland Local Planning Panel. 

Following consideration by Council officers, it is recommended that Council note the advice of the Panel, does not proceed with the landowner-initiated planning proposal at this time, and endorses that the proposal be considered as part of the Council initiated Planning Proposal for the Woodville Road Corridor.

 

1.     Cumberland Local Planning Panel Advice  

2.     Planning Proposal Request  

3.     Urban Design Study  

4.     Traffic and Parking Assessment  

5.     Economic Impact Assessment  

6.     Social Impact Assessment  

7.     Heritage Impact Statement  

8.     Acoustic Assessment  

9.     ESD Report  

10.   Wind Assessment  

11.   Summary of Submissions   

 

Attachment 1

Cumberland Local Planning Panel Advice

 1 June 2022

Attachment 2

Planning Proposal Request

 1 June 2022

Attachment 3

Urban Design Study

 1 June 2022

Attachment 4

Traffic and Parking Assessment

 1 June 2022

Attachment 5

Economic Impact Assessment

 1 June 2022

Attachment 6

Social Impact Assessment

 1 June 2022

Attachment 7

Heritage Impact Statement

 1 June 2022

Attachment 8

Acoustic Assessment

 1 June 2022

Attachment 9

ESD Report

 1 June 2022

Attachment 10

Wind Assessment

 1 June 2022

Attachment 11

Summary of Submissions

 1 June 2022

 1 June 2022

 

 

Item No: C06/22-75

Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan

Responsible Division:                  Environment & Planning

Officer:                                       Director Environment & Planning

File Number:                               648

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A clean and green community  

 

 

The Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan has been developed as part of the Metro Greenspace Grant Program to plan for key corridors and meet objectives of the Central City District Plan and Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement.

This report summarises the preparation process and objectives relating to the draft Strategic Masterplan and recommends that the Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan be placed on public exhibition for consultation with the community.

 

Recommendation That Council place the Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan 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.

 

The Duck River Corridor covers a range of recreational, environmental and developable lands, and traverses through the suburbs of Clyde, Auburn, South Granville and Chester Hill.  At a district level, the Duck River is identified as a key priority for the Green Grid within the Central City District Plan, and is also the main tributary of the Parramatta River.  At a local level, there are opportunities for access along its banks and environmental habitats, as well as open space for active and passive recreation.

The Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan has been developed as part of the Metro Greenspace Grant Program to plan for key corridors and meet objectives of the Central City District Plan and Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement. The planning priorities consist of:

·    District green grid priority

·    Accessibility

·    Quality open space

·    Tree canopy/biodiversity

·    Urban cooling

·    Healthy waterways

·    Resilience

Previous studies and strategic planning as well as extensive community engagement have informed the development of the Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan. Environmental studies, the Cumberland Open Space and Recreation Strategy, detailed masterplans of areas of the corridor (such as the Auburn Botanic Garden) as well as engagement conducted on site and through Painted River and Cumberland Cherry Blossom events have assisted in the planning process.

Key considerations for the Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan focus on existing local connections, interfaces with other spaces and land uses and environmental factors. To address these considerations the document develops a vision for the parklands. The objectives of the strategic masterplan are to:

 

·    Improve access to parklands for recreation

·    Protect habitat and biodiversity

·    Build on important cultural and heritage areas

·    Strengthen integration of industry and economic activities within the corridor

As a centrally located, green riparian corridor within the Local Government Area, the vision for the future Duck River Parklands is to promote the key green corridor as “A green heart for Cumberland City”. With this vision in mind, a strategic masterplan has been developed to identify precincts across the corridor and plan for future community use, development and improved connections and management of this key open space riparian area.  The precincts in the strategic masterplan are shown in Figure 1.

Following the development of the strategic masterplan for the corridor that outlines the 20 year vision, an implementation plan has been prepared to provide short, medium and long term projects and initiatives to achieve this vision. The implementation plan provides a 4 year and 10 year plan containing an indicative scope and costings. Detailed work on these projects and initiatives is to be undertaken following community engagement and the adoption of the strategic masterplan.

It is recommended that Council place the Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan 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.

 

 

Figure 1: Duck River Parklands – Precincts in Strategic Masterplan

 

Earlier community engagement has been undertaken as outlined in the main body of the report. Subject to Council endorsement, the Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan will be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days, to enable the community and key stakeholders to have an opportunity for input.

The Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan will support the delivery of strategic priorities in the Central City District Plan and Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement.

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

Funding for improvement works as outlined within the Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan and Implementation Plan will be considered during the development of Council’s future Capital Works Program utilising available funds, including 7.11 Contributions, grants or lease income.

The Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan has been developed as part of the Metro Greenspace Grant Program to plan for key corridors and meet objectives of the Central City District Plan and Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement and community needs.

This report recommends that the Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days, to enable the community and key stakeholders to have an opportunity for input. A further report will be prepared and presented to Council following the period of community engagement.

 

1.     Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan   

 

Attachment 1

Draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan

 1 June 2022

 1 June 2022

 

 

Item No: C06/22-76

Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan

Responsible Division:                  Environment & Planning

Officer:                                       Director Environment & Planning

File Number:                               648

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  A clean and green community  

 

 

The Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan has been developed as part of the Metro Greenspace Grant Program to plan for key corridors and meet objectives of the Central City District Plan and Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement.

This report summarises the preparation process and objectives relating to the draft Strategic Masterplan and recommends that the Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan be placed on public exhibition for consultation with the community.

 

Recommendation That Council place the Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan 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.

 

The Prospect Pipeline Corridor traverses the southern edge of Cumberland City, including the suburbs of Pemulwuy, Greystanes, Yennora, Guildford, Chester Hill and Regents Park. It contains a range of open spaces, recreational facilities and the Sydney Water pipeline between Prospect and Greater Sydney.

The Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan has been developed as part of the Metro Greenspace Grant Program to plan for key corridors and meet objectives of the Central City District Plan and Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement. Management of the Prospect Pipeline Corridor is guided by a number of existing plans and strategies, including:

·    Lower Prospect Canal Plan of Management

·    Prospect Hill Plan of Management

·    Prospect Creek Plan of Management

·    Cumberland Open Space and Recreation Strategy

·    Integration with the draft Duck River Parklands Strategic Masterplan

 

This unique corridor consists of a number of key stakeholders, which were involved in the development of the Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan. These stakeholders include surrounding Local Government Areas, Department of Planning and Environment, Sydney Water Corporation and Transport for NSW.

 

Key considerations for the Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan focus on enhancing established corridor connections in the west over The Lower Prospect Canal and extending accessibility to the corridor in the east utilising the Sydney Water pipeline corridor. To address these considerations, the document develops a vision and objectives for the corridor. The objectives of the strategic masterplan are to:

 

·    Connect to and heal Country

·    Stitch together existing open spaces and ecosystems

·    Bring together communities

·    Support active and equitable modes of transport

·    Embed resilience to extreme heat and climate change

·    Retain existing infrastructure uses

 

A structure plan has been developed for the corridor as part of the draft strategic masterplan, as shown in Figure 1. This reflects opportunities to enhance open space areas and expand connectivity by walking and cycling across the corridor. The strategic masterplan also provides further details on the focus areas for precincts along the corridor.

 

Figure 1: Prospect Canal Corridor – Structure Plan in Strategic Masterplan

Following the development of the strategic masterplan for the corridor that outlines the 20 year vision, an implementation plan has been prepared to provide short, medium and long term projects and initiatives and indicative cost plan to achieve this vision. The implementation plan identifies potential projects, including:

·    An active transport corridor

·    A green spine and fingers

·    District connections

·    Outdoor classrooms and learning spaces

·    Connections to town centres and transport

·    Recreation loops and links

Detailed work on these projects and initiatives is to be undertaken following community engagement and the adoption of the strategic masterplan.

It is recommended that Council place the Draft Prospect Canal Corridor Strategic Masterplan 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.

Subject to Council endorsement, the Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan will be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days, to enable the community and key stakeholders to have an opportunity for input.

The Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan will support the delivery of strategic priorities in the Central City District Plan and Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement.

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

The Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan has been developed as part of the Metro Greenspace Grant Program to plan for key corridors and meet objectives of the Central City District Plan and Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement and community needs.

This report recommends that the Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days, to enable the community and key stakeholders to have an opportunity for input. A further report will be prepared and presented to Council following the period of community engagement.

 

1.     Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan   

 

Attachment 1

Draft Prospect Pipeline Corridor Strategic Masterplan

 1 June 2022

 1 June 2022

 

 

Item No: C06/22-77

Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee - Draft Minutes of Meeting Held on 9 May 2022

Responsible Division:                  General Manager

Officer:                                       Executive Manager General Manager's Unit

File Number:                               HC-06-03-28

Community Strategic Plan Goal:  Transparent and accountable leadership  

 

 

This report presents the Minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee meeting held on 9 May 2022 for Council’s information.

 

Recommendation That Council receive the Draft Minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee meeting held on 9 May 2022.

 

Council’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee recently held a meeting on Monday, 9 May 2022.

The minutes of this meeting will be formally adopted at the next Ordinary Committee meeting being held on 15 August 2022.    

Minutes of this meeting are attached for Council’s information.

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

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

There are no direct risks associated with this report. However, the presentation of the meeting minutes to Council provides transparent oversight of Council activities.

The operations of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee are coordinated by the General Managers Unit within Council utilising existing allocated resources. There are no additional financial implications for Council associated with this report.

The minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee meeting are provided to Council for information purposes and to ensure that the review mechanisms of Council operate in an open and transparent manner. It is recommended that Council receive this information.

 

1.     Draft ARIC Minutes - 9 May 2022   

 

Attachment 1

Draft ARIC Minutes - 9 May 2022

 1 June 2022

 1 June 2022

 

Item No: RES06/22-1

Notice of Rescission - C05/22-57 - Planning Proposal - Betty Cuthbert Drive

Councillor/s:                                Steve Christou, Eddy Sarkis and Helen Hughes

File Number:                               SC483  

 

 

Notice of Rescission Pursuant to Notice, Councillors Christou, Sarkis and Hughes move that Council rescinds the resolution relating to C05/22-57 Planning Proposal - Betty Cuthbert Drive. A copy of the resolution is shown below: That Council: 1.     Endorse a planning proposal for 80 Betty Cuthbert Drive, Lidcombe, that seeks to amend the Cumberland Local Environmental Plan 2021 to: a.  Rezone the Site from SP2 Hospital to SP2 Educational Establishment, SP2 Hospital, SP2 Drainage and R3 Medium Density Residential. b.  Amend the Height of Building control for the site from nil to 9m within the R3 Medium Density Residential zone. c.  Amend the Floor Space Ratio control for the site from nil to 0.75:1 within the R3 Medium Density Residential zone. d.  Amend clause 4.1(3C) and associated mapping to allow maximum subdivision lot sizes between 170sqm and 350sqm on the R3 part of the Site, consistent with Botanica. 2.     Endorse that the planning proposal for 80 Betty Cuthbert Drive, Lidcombe, be forwarded to the Department of Planning and Environment for a Gateway Determination. 3.     Endorse the draft site specific Development Control Plan associated with the planning proposal for 80 Betty Cuthbert Drive, Lidcombe, as provided in Attachment 3. 4.     Note that, subject to the receipt of a Gateway Determination by the Department of Planning and Environment, the planning proposal and site specific Development Control Plan for 80 Betty Cuthbert Drive, Lidcombe, will be exhibited concurrently. 5.     Note that the proponent has elected not to enter into a Planning Agreement with Council on the basis that the proposal will deliver a range of public benefits.

 

Signed:

 

Councillor Steve Christou

Councillor Eddy Sarkis

Councillor Helen Hughes

 

Nil