Agenda of Traffic Committee - Wednesday, 1 November 2023

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

A meeting of the Traffic Committee will be held at 9.30am in Merrylands Administration Building, 16 Memorial Avenue, Merrylands on Wednesday, 1 November 2023.

Business as below:

Yours faithfully

Peter J. Fitzgerald

General Manager

ORDER OF BUSINESS

1. Apologies

2. Declarations of Interest

3. Confirmation of Previous Minutes endorsed by Council

4. Summary of Reports.............................................. 5

5. Reports

- Part 1 - Recommended for Approval under Delegated Authority

- Part 2 - Recommendation to Council

CONTENTS

Report No. Name of Report Page No.

Part 1 - Recommended for Approval under Delegated Authority

CTC-23-169 JONATHAN STREET, GREYSTANES - PROPOSED 'BUS ZONE' SIGNAGE.. 9

CTC-23-170 SMITH STREET, PENDLE HILL – PROPOSED ‘BUS ZONE’ SIGNAGE 17

CTC-23-171 LENA PLACE, MERRYLANDS – PROPOSED PARKING RESTRICTIONS.............................. 29

Part 2 - Recommendation to Council

CTC-23-172 KIHILLA ROAD, AUBURN - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS...................... 51

CTC-23-173 KIRKHAM ROAD, AUBURN – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS...................... 55

CTC-23-174 PENDLE WAY, PENDLE HILL – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS...................... 65

CTC-23-175 JOYCE STREET, PENDLE HILL – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS........... 75

CTC-23-176 CUMBERLAND ROAD, AUBURN – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS........... 85

CTC-23-177 HANBURY STREET, GREYSTANES- ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS........... 89

CTC-23-178 LACKEY STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS........... 99

CTC-23-179 LISGAR STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS......... 109

CTC-23-180 MAGOWAR ROAD, GIRRAWEEN – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS......... 125

CTC-23-181 REES STREET, MAYS HILL - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS.................... 135

CTC-23-182 SUSAN STREET, AUBURN- ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS.................... 145

CTC-23-183 ADDLESTONE ROAD, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS...... 155

CTC-23-184 CHELSEA STREET, MERRYLANDS - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS......... 165

CTC-23-185 DENMARK STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS......... 175

CTC-23-186 BRIGHTON STREET, GREYSTANES – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS...... 217

CTC-23-187 KIBO ROAD, REGENTS PARK – PROPOSED REFUGE ISLAND...... 245

CTC-23-188 KIBO ROAD, REGENTS PARK – PROPOSED SPEED HUMPS......... 255

CTC-23-189 BELGIUM STREET, AUBURN - REQUEST OF ROAD WIDENING.. 273

CTC-23-190 CLARENCE STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS...... 339

CTC-23-191 DELLWOOD STREET, SOUTH GRANVILLE - REQUEST FOR A PEDESTRIAN CROSSING............. 343

CTC-23-192 HAMPDEN ROAD, SOUTH WENTWORTHVILLE – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS.................... 351

CTC-23-193 HAWKSVIEW STREET, GUILDFORD AND MERRYLANDS - ROAD SAFETY CONCERN..................................... 381

CTC-23-194 LANSDOWNE STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS.................................. 415

CTC-23-195 TOONGABBIE ROAD, TOONGABBIE - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS AT THE BEND............................................ 499

CTC-23-196 PENDLE WAY, PENDLE HILL – PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR ‘THAI PONGAL FESTIVAL 2024’............................ 509

CTC-23-197 TOONGABBIE ROAD, TOONGABBIE – REVIEW OF ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS.................................. 537

CTC-23-198 TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR ‘AUSTRALIA DAY’ CELEBRATIONS 547

CTC-23-199 CARLTON STREET, GRANVILLE - PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR GRANVILLE RAILWAY DISASTER MEMORIAL. 567

CTC-23-200 JOSEPH STREET, LIDCOMBE - TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS 587

CTC-23-201 MERRYLANDS ROAD, MERRYLANDS - TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR ‘NOWRUZ’ PERSIAN NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS........................... 593

CTC-23-202 TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES IN THE AUBURN CBD FOR RAMADAN FOOD FESTIVAL 2024.................. 601

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Summary of Reports

Part 1 - Recommended for Approval under Delegated Authority

Item #	Title	Electorate				Police Area Command (PAC)
Item #	Title	Fairfield	Granville	Prospect	Auburn	Cumberland	Auburn
CTC-23-169	JONATHAN STREET, GREYSTANES - PROPOSED 'BUS ZONE' SIGNAGE			´		´
CTC-23-170	SMITH STREET, PENDLE HILL – PROPOSED ‘BUS ZONE’ SIGNAGE			´		´
CTC-23-171	LENA PLACE, MERRYLANDS – PROPOSED PARKING RESTRICTIONS		´			´

Part 2 - Recommendation to Council

Item #	Title	Electorate				Police Area Command (PAC)
Item #	Title	Fairfield	Granville	Prospect	Auburn	Cumberland	Auburn
CTC-23-172	KIHILLA ROAD, AUBURN - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS				´		´
CTC-23-173	KIRKHAM ROAD, AUBURN – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS				´		´
CTC-23-174	PENDLE WAY, PENDLE HILL – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS			´		´
CTC-23-175	JOYCE STREET, PENDLE HILL – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS			´		´
CTC-23-176	CUMBERLAND ROAD, AUBURN – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS				´		´
CTC-23-177	HANBURY STREET, GREYSTANES- ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS			´		´
CTC-23-178	LACKEY STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS		´			´
CTC-23-179	LISGAR STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS		´			´
CTC-23-180	MAGOWAR ROAD, GIRRAWEEN – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS			´		´
CTC-23-181	REES STREET, MAYS HILL - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS		´			´
CTC-23-182	SUSAN STREET, AUBURN- ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS				´		´
CTC-23-183	ADDLESTONE ROAD, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS		´			´
CTC-23-184	CHELSEA STREET, MERRYLANDS - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS		´			´
CTC-23-185	DENMARK STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS		´			´
CTC-23-186	BRIGHTON STREET, GREYSTANES – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS			´		´
CTC-23-187	KIBO ROAD, REGENTS PARK – PROPOSED REFUGE ISLAND				´		´
CTC-23-188	KIBO ROAD, REGENTS PARK – PROPOSED SPEED HUMPS				´		´
CTC-23-189	BELGIUM STREET, AUBURN - REQUEST OF ROAD WIDENING				´		´
CTC-23-190	CLARENCE STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS		´			´
CTC-23-191	DELLWOOD STREET, SOUTH GRANVILLE - REQUEST FOR A PEDESTRIAN CROSSING		´			´
CTC-23-192	HAMPDEN ROAD, SOUTH WENTWORTHVILLE – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS		´			´
CTC-23-193	HAWKSVIEW STREET, GUILDFORD AND MERRYLANDS - ROAD SAFETY CONCERN		´			´
CTC-23-194	LANSDOWNE STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS		´			´
CTC-23-195	TOONGABBIE ROAD, TOONGABBIE - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS AT THE BEND			´		´
CTC-23-196	PENDLE WAY, PENDLE HILL – PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR ‘THAI PONGAL FESTIVAL 2024’			´		´
CTC-23-197	TOONGABBIE ROAD, TOONGABBIE – REVIEW OF ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS			´		´
CTC-23-198	TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR ‘AUSTRALIA DAY’ CELEBRATIONS		´			´
CTC-23-199	CARLTON STREET, GRANVILLE - PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR GRANVILLE RAILWAY DISASTER MEMORIAL		´			´
CTC-23-200	JOSEPH STREET, LIDCOMBE - TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS				´		´
CTC-23-201	MERRYLANDS ROAD, MERRYLANDS - TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR ‘NOWRUZ’ PERSIAN NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS		´			´
CTC-23-202	TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES IN THE AUBURN CBD FOR RAMADAN FOOD FESTIVAL 2024				´		´

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-169

JONATHAN STREET, GREYSTANES - PROPOSED 'BUS ZONE' SIGNAGE

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Prospect

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 1

Note: Recommended for Approval under Delegated Authority

Summary

Council has received request from the bus operator, Transit Systems, for the installation of ‘Bus Zone’ signs at the existing bus stop outside No. 46 Jonathan Street, Greystanes, to prevent vehicles from parking too close to the bus stop.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of ‘Bus Zone’ signs on the southern side of Jonathan Street, Greystanes outside No.46 in accordance with the attached plan be approved.

2. The installation of ‘No Stopping’ Signs and ‘BB’ line marking at the intersection of Jonathan Street and Montague Street, Greystanes in accordance with the attached plan be approved.

3. The adjacent /concerned residents be notified of the outcome.

Report

Council has received a request from the bus operator, Transit Systems, for the installation of ‘Bus Zone’ signs at the existing bus stop outside No. 46 Jonathan Street, Greystanes to prevent vehicles parking at the existing bus stop at this location.

Jonathan Street is a local road that runs in an east-west direction with a speed limit of 50 km/h. It has a width of approximately 9.5m and parking is permitted on both sides of the road unless signposted. There is an existing bus stop on the southern side of Jonathan Street outside No.46. This bus stop is not signposted with ‘Bus Zone’ signs.

The map below shows the location of the bus stop:

Locality Plan

In accordance with the NSW Road Rules 195:

‘A driver (except the driver of a public bus) must not stop at a bus stop, or on the road, within 20 metres before a sign on the road that indicates the bus stop, and 10 metres after the sign, unless the driver stops at a place on a length of road, or in an area, to which a parking control sign applies, and the driver is permitted to stop at that place under these Rules’

Council officers have consulted with the bus operator (Transit Systems) and were advised by the representative that vehicles often park at the bus stop and installation of ‘Bus Zone’ signs at this location would benefit bus commuters.

In order to reinforce the road rules at the existing bus stop on the southern side of Jonathan Street outside No.46 and the intersection of Jonathan Street and Montague Street, it is proposed to install 'Bus Zone' and 'No Stopping' signs with ‘BB’ line marking as per attached plan. The ‘No Stopping’ signs in Montague Street are proposed at 13m to allow for vehicles to pass a parked vehicle without encroaching into the proposed 10m ‘BB’ centre line.

Consultation was carried out with the impacted and adjacent residents for a period of 14 days starting from 3 October 2023 to 17 October 2023 for the proposal. One objection was received, with the residents believing that the signage is not necessary. However, the intention of the signs are to strengthen the Road Rules requirements and it is proposed to install the signage.

COnsultation

Consultation was carried out with the impacted and adjacent residents for a period of 14 days from 3 October 2023 to 17 October 2023 for the proposal. One objection was received, where the resident believing that the signage is not necessary.

Attachments

1. Plan - Jonathan Street, Greystanes – Proposed ‘Bus Zone’ and ‘No Stopping’ Signs and Line Marking

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-170

SMITH STREET, PENDLE HILL – PROPOSED ‘BUS ZONE’ SIGNAGE

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Prospect

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 1

Note: Recommended for Approval under Delegated Authority

Summary

Council has received a request from the Principal of Pendle Hill Public School for the provision of a Bus Zone area outside the school for school buses to park during school hours.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The conversion of the existing ‘No Stopping 8am – 9am, 2:30pm – 3:30pm School Days’ signage on the southern side of Smith Street, Pendle Hill outside Pendle Hill Public School to ‘Bus Zone’ signage in accordance with the attached plan be approved.

2. The adjacent property and the school be notified of the outcome.

Report

Council has received a request from the Principal of Pendle Hill Public School for the provision of a ‘Bus Zone’ area outside the school for school buses to park during school hours. The school does not have any bus parking area in the streets surrounding the school for picking up students for excursions and similar activities during school hours.

Pendle Hill Public School is located at 146 Smith Street, Pendle Hill with a frontage at Smith Street and back access from Arnett Street. Currently, there is no Bus Zone outside the school.

The school principal alleged that school buses cannot park safely outside the school frontage to pick up or drop off students due to the lack of a Bus Zone around the school.

Locality Plan

In order to improve the safety and convenience for school buses to pick up and drop off students, it is proposed to replace the existing part-time ‘No Stopping’ zone on the southern side of Smith Street along the school frontage with ‘Bus Zone’ restrictions.

COnsultation

Council officers door knocked the child care centre located at 148-150 Smith Street which will be directly impacted by the proposal on 29 September 2023 and discussed with the Principal of Pendle Hill Public School on 17 October 2023. Both of them expressed their support for the proposed Bus Zone on Smith Street.

Attachments

1. Plan - Smith Street, Pendle Hill – Proposed ‘Bus Zone’ Signs.

2. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-171

LENA PLACE, MERRYLANDS – PROPOSED PARKING RESTRICTIONS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 1

Note: Recommended for Approval under Delegated Authority

Summary

Council has received requests from local residents regarding the installation of parking restrictions in Lena Place, Merrylands due to vehicles having difficulty to access the street when cars are parked on both sides of the street.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation and consultation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The existing 'No Parking 6 AM to 12 PM Thursday’ signage on the northern side of Lena Place between Burnett Street and Hillier Street be replaced with ‘No Parking’ signage in accordance with the attached plan.

2. The affected /concerned residents be notified of the outcome.

Report

Lena Place is a local road that runs in an easterly direction from Burnett Street and

ends in a cul-de-sac. The speed limit of the street is 50 km/hr. It has a width of approximately 7m and parking is permitted on both sides of the road in accordance

with Road Rules unless signposted.

Hillier Street is a local road that runs in a northerly direction from Lena Place and ends

in a cul-de-sac. The speed limit of the street is 50 km/hr. It has a width of approximately 7m and parking is permitted on both sides of the road in accordance with Road Rules

unless signposted.

Vehicles should be parked in a staggered manner to provide 3m clearance for passing

vehicles.

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in April 2022 considered a report (CTC-22-061) regarding the provision of parking restrictions in Lena Place, Merrylands during waste collection nights and Council resolved to support the proposal.

Following the installation of the parking restrictions, Council received requests from the residents in Lena Place to further investigate the possibility of providing full-time parking restrictions on one side of Lena Place particularly at the bend outside No. 1.

The map below shows the location of Lena Place:

It is alleged by the residents that when cars are parked on both sides of the street on Lena Place particularly at the bend outside No.1, vehicles are not able to access the street due to the narrow road width.

An inspection revealed that parked vehicles in Lena Place will severely restrict access for through traffic, including emergency vehicles.

Residents who live in Lena Place were consulted with three options from 21 September 2023 to 5 October 2023. The options were as follows:

1. Support the proposed parking restrictions on the northern side of Lena Place outside the bend.

2. Support the proposed parking restriction on the northern side of Lena Place between Burnett Street and Hillier Street.

3. Do not support the installation of parking restrictions.

A total of 14 letters with attached survey forms were distributed to residents/owners in Lena Place. Council received 7 responses (50% of the total letters sent) by the closing date. A summary of the results is shown in the table below:

Support the proposed parking restrictions

Object to the proposed parking restrictions

Total

Responses received

Option 1

Option 2

Option 3

(14%)

(72%)

(14%)

The resident who objected to the proposed parking restrictions was concerned about the lack of parking spaces in the street and being unable to park in front of the property.

Based on the feedback from residents in Lena Place, the majority of those who responded to the survey supported full-time parking restrictions on the northern side of Lena Place between Burnett Street and Hillier Street.

Considering that all properties in Lena Place have off-street parking, such as a garage and/or long driveways, it is proposed that the existing 'No Parking 6 AM to 12 PM Thursday' signs on the northern side of Lena Place in Merrylands be replaced with full time 'No Parking' signs, in accordance with the attached plan.

COnsultation

The proposal was notified to the impacted resident for a period of 14 days from 21 September 2023 to 5 October 2023.

A total of 14 letters were distributed to the residents / owners with an attached survey form.

Council received 7 responses (50% of the total letters sent) by the closing date, out of these, one response supported option 1, 5 responses supported option 2 and one response objected to the proposed parking restrictions.

Attachments

1. Plan - Lena Pl - No Parking - OPTION 2

2. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-172

KIHILLA ROAD, AUBURN - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Auburn

Police Area Command (PAC): Auburn

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received a request from a local resident for the installation of traffic calming devices on Kihilla Road, Auburn due to speeding concerns.

This report outlines the outcome of the review.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Kihilla Road, Auburn not be supported.

2. The concerned resident be notified of the outcome.

Report

Council has received a request from a local resident for the installation of traffic calming devices on Kihilla Road, Auburn, due to speeding concerns.

Kihilla Road is a local road that runs in a north-south direction between Great Western Highway and Rawson Street. Kihilla Road is approximately 700m long and has a width of 9.5m. The speed limit in the street is 50km/h, and parking is permitted on both sides of the road unless otherwise signposted.

Cumberland Traffic Committee considered a report on the proposed intersection treatment at Kihilla Road and Argyle Street at its 2 August 2023 meeting and recommended the installation of speed cushions on the Kihilla Road approaches to the intersection. Council approved the recommendations in September 2023 and the proposal is included in Council’s future Works Program.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there were no reported accidents related to speeding in Kihilla Road in the last 5 years ending December 2022.

The map below shows the location of Kihilla Road.

Locality Plan

A traffic count was undertaken on Kihilla Road in February 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map above.

The results of the traffic count indicated the following:

Traffic count Data on Kihilla Road, Auburn:

Average Daily Traffic (ADT) = 1,102 veh/day,
85th percentile speed = 43.2 km/h,
Mean (average) vehicle speed = 37 km/h.

The result of the traffic count and recorded crashes were used in the assessment to determine the need for the installation of traffic calming devices on Kihilla Road in accordance with the criteria set out in Council’s Local Area Traffic Management Policy (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Kihilla Road - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	10
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	0
Road Characteristics	35	9
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	24

Table 2 – Kihilla Road – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count data indicated that the recorded 85^th percentile speed was 43.2 km/h which is below the default speed limit of a 50km/h street.

Based on the above assessment, traffic calming devices are not warranted in the street. Therefore, the request for the installation of traffic calming devices on Kihilla Road cannot be supported and no action will be taken at this time.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Future consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the traffic committee.

Attachments

Nil

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-173

KIRKHAM ROAD, AUBURN – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Auburn

Police Area Command (PAC): Auburn

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions on Kirkham Road, Auburn.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that the installation of traffic calming devices on Kirkham Road, Auburn not be supported.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in March 2022 considered a report (CTC-22-045) regarding speeding concerns on Kirkham Road, Auburn. Council resolved that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Kirkham Road, Auburn not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Kirkham Road, Auburn in June 2023 and report back to traffic committee.

In accordance with Council’s resolution, a traffic count was undertaken on Kirkham Road in June 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data and compared it with the previous traffic count data undertaken in December 2021.

Traffic count date	Average Daily Traffic	85^th Percentile Speed
December 2021	561	51.1 km/h
June 2023	560	52.7 km/h

The traffic count data from the table above indicated that traffic volume (ADT) and the recorded 85th percentile speeds on Kirkham Road are similar compared to the traffic data collected in 2021.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there were no reported accidents on Kirkham Road in the last 5 years ending December 2022 in relation to speeding.

Council’s Officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions on Kirkham Road in accordance with Cumberland City Council Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Kirkham Road - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	5
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	0
Road Characteristics	35	11
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	21

Table 2 – Kirkham Road – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85th percentile speed was 52.7 km/h which is within acceptable range for a local street with a 50 km/h speed limit.

Based on the above assessment, traffic calming devices are not warranted on the street at this time.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous report CTC-22-045

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-174

PENDLE WAY, PENDLE HILL – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Prospect

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions on Pendle Way, Pendle Hill.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Pendle Way, Pendle Hill not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Pendle Way, Pendle Hill, in November 2024 and report back to Traffic Committee if required.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in March 2022 considered a report (CTC-22-046) regarding speeding concerns on Pendle Way, Pendle Hill. Council resolved that:

· The Traffic Committee recommends the installation of traffic calming devices on Pendle Way, Pendle Hill not be supported.

The report also noted that a further review would be undertaken in 12 months.

A traffic count was undertaken on Pendle Way in June 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data and compared it with the previous traffic count data undertaken in November 2021.

Traffic count date	Average Daily Traffic	85^th Percentile Speed
November 2021	11,160	50.8 km/h
June 2023	12,397	49.0 km/h

The traffic count data from the table above indicated that the traffic volume (ADT) has increased while the recorded 85th percentile speeds have reduced in Pendle Way since 2021.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there was 1 reported accident at this section of Pendle Way in the last 5 years ending December 2022 in relation to speeding. This accident occurred 30 metres north from the intersection of Magowar Road, relating to a vehicle losing control and hitting an object.

Council’s Officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions Pendle Way in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Pendle Way - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	15
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	5
Road Characteristics	35	14
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	39

Table 2 – Pendle Way – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85th percentile speed was 49.0 km/h which is below the 50km/h speed limit of the street.

Based on the above assessment, traffic calming devices are not warranted on the street. Council will review traffic conditions on Pendle Way in 12 months and report back to the Traffic Committee if required.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous report CTC-22-046

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-175

JOYCE STREET, PENDLE HILL – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Prospect

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions in Joyce Street, Pendle Hill.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Joyce Street, Pendle Hill not be supported.

2. Council review conditions on Joyce Street, Pendle Hill in June 2024 and report back to Traffic Committee if required.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in April 2022 considered a report (CTC-22-081) regarding traffic calming devices on Joyce Street, Pendle Hill. Council resolved that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Joyce Street, Pendle Hill not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Joyce Street, Pendle Hill in June 2023, and

i) report back to traffic committee.

In accordance to Council’s resolution, a traffic count was undertaken on Joyce Street in June 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data taken in June 2023 and compared it with the previous traffic count data undertaken in November 2021.

Traffic count date	Average Daily Traffic	85^th Percentile Speed
November 2021	3,722	45 km/h
June 2023	3,114	44.8 km/h

The traffic count data from the table above indicated that both traffic volume (ADT) and the recorded 85th percentile speeds in Joyce Street have reduced since 2021.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there was 1 reported accident at this section of Joyce Street in the last 5 years ending December 2022. This accident occurred 100 metres west from the intersection of Goodall Street, in relation to a vehicle losing control and hitting an object.

Council officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions Joyce Street in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Joyce Street - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	15
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	5
Road Characteristics	35	16
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	41

Table 2 – Joyce Street – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85th percentile speed was 44.8 km/h which is below the 50km/h speed limit of the street.

Based on the above assessment, traffic calming devices are not warranted on the street. Council will review traffic conditions on Joyce Street in 6 months and report back to Traffic Committee if required.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous report CTC-22-081

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-176

CUMBERLAND ROAD, AUBURN – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Auburn

Police Area Command (PAC): Auburn

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received safety concerns regarding traffic conditions on Cumberland Road, Auburn between Chiswick Road and Rickard Street due to speeding issues.

This report outlines the outcome of the review.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Cumberland Road, Auburn between Chiswick Road and Rickard Street not be supported.

2. Council review conditions on Cumberland Road, Auburn in November 2024, and report back to the Traffic Committee if required.

Report

Cumberland Road, Auburn is a local collector road that runs in a north-south direction between St Johns Road and The Crescent. The speed limit is 50km/h and parking is permitted on both sides of the road unless signposted. Cumberland Road is approximately 2.8 km long and 12.5m wide.

Council has received a request from a local resident for the installation of traffic calming devices on Cumberland Road. The resident has raised speeding in the vicinity of their property in the section between Chiswick Road and Elm Road.

For this investigation, Council has considered the approximately 360m long section of Cumberland Road between Chiswick Road and Rickard Street which comprises the section where the resident has complained.

A traffic count was undertaken on Cumberland Road in June 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data and the details are given below:

Both results are detailed in the table below:

Average Daily Traffic = 8,302 Veh/day

85^th percentile speed = 49.5 km/hr

Median speed = 43.2 km/hr

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there were no reported accidents in this section of Cumberland Road between Rickard Street and Chiswick Road in the last 5 years ending December 2022.

Council officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions Cumberland Road in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Cumberland Road - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	15
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	0
Road Characteristics	35	10
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	30

Table 2 – Cumberland Road – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count data indicated that the recorded 85^th percentile speed was 49.5 km/h which is below the default speed limit of the street.

Based on the above assessment, traffic calming devices are not warranted on the street. Council will review traffic conditions on Cumberland Road in 12 months and report back to the Traffic Committee if required.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

Nil

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-177

HANBURY STREET, GREYSTANES- ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Prospect

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions on Hanbury Street, Greystanes.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Hanbury Street, Greystanes not be supported.

2. Council request Cumberland Police Area Command to undertake random speed surveillance in Hanbury Street, Greystanes.

3. Council review conditions in Hanbury Street, Greystanes in November 2024 and report back to Traffic Committee if required.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in June 2022 considered a report (CTC-22-025) regarding road safety concern on Hanbury Street, Greystanes

Council resolved that the installation of traffic calming devices on Hanbury Street, Greystanes not be supported and Council review conditions in Hanbury Street, Greystanes and report to Traffic Committee in June 2023.

In accordance with Council’s resolution, a review of the traffic condition in Hanbury Street is conducted and traffic count was undertaken on Hanbury Street in June 2023.

The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data and compared it with the previous traffic count data undertaken in November 2021.

Both results are detailed in the table below:

Traffic Count Date	Average Daily Traffic	85^th Percentile speed
November 2021	554 veh/day	55.6 km/h
June 2023	476 veh/day	56.5 km/h

The traffic data from the table above indicated that the traffic volume (ADT) has slightly decreased and the recorded 85^th percentile is similar to the data collected in November 2021.

The latest Centre for Road and Safety accident data indicated that there were no reported accidents in the last 5 years ending December 2022.

Council officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions on Hanbury Street in October 2023 in accordance with Cumberland City Council Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Hanbury Street - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	5
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	0
Road Characteristics	35	13
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	23

Table 2 – Hanbury Street – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85^th percentile speed was 56.5km/h, which is above the posted speed limit of 50km/h, the matter will be referred to the NSW Police Force for speed enforcement.

Based on the above assessment, traffic calming devices are not warranted on the street. However, due to the high recorded speeds, it is proposed that the street be reviewed in 12 months’ time and reported to the Traffic Committee if required.

It is noted that, due to the low traffic volume (476 vehicles/day), centre line marking is not warranted in accordance with the RMS (TfNSW) Delineation Guidelines.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous report – CTC-22–025

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-178

LACKEY STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions in Lackey Street between Robertson Street and Excelsior Street, Merrylands.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that the installation of traffic calming devices on Lackey Street, Merrylands not be supported.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in March 2022 considered a report (CTC-22-027) regarding the installation of traffic calming devices on Lackey Street, Merrylands between Robertson Street and Excelsior Street due to speeding concerns. Council resolved that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Lackey Street, Merrylands not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Lackey Street, Merrylands, and report back to traffic committee in June 2023.

A traffic count was undertaken in Lackey Street in June 2023. The traffic count location is shown in orange on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data and compared it with the previous traffic count data undertaken in November 2021.

Traffic Count Date	Average Daily Traffic	85^th Percentile Speed
November 2021	736	52.3 km/h
June 2023	671	52.4 km/h

The traffic count data from the table above indicated that traffic volume (ADT) in Lackey Street has reduced since 2021, while the recorded 85th percentile speed maintained at a similar level.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there were no reported accidents in Lackey Street between Robertson Street and Excelsior Street in the last 5 years ending December 2022 in relation to speeding.

Council officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions of Lackey Street in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Lackey Street - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	5
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	0
Road Characteristics	35	10
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	20

Table 2 – Lackey Street – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85th percentile speed was 52.4 km/h which is within acceptable range for a local street with a 50km/h speed limit.

Based on the above assessment, traffic calming devices are not warranted on the street at this time.

It is also noted that, due to the low average daily traffic volume (671 vehicles/day), the road does not warrant any line marking in accordance with the RMS (TfNSW) Delineation Guidelines.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous report CTC-22-027

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-179

LISGAR STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions in Lisgar Street, Merrylands.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Lisgar Street, Merrylands not be supported.

2. Council provide ‘BB’ centre line marking in Lisgar Street between Excelsior Street and Robertson Street linking the existing centre line marking at both ends in accordance with the attached plan.

3. Council review conditions in Lisgar Street, Merrylands, and report back to Traffic Committee in November 2024 if required.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in February 2023 considered a report (CTC-23-025) regarding road safety concerns on Lisgar Street, Merrylands including the outcome of consultation undertaken and resolved the following:

1. Council to review the traffic count data in Lisgar Street between Excelsior Street and Robertson Street, Merrylands and report back to the Traffic Committee in June 2023.

2. Council request Cumberland Police Area Command to undertake random speed surveillance in Lisgar Street, Merrylands.

In accordance with Council’s resolution, a traffic count was undertaken on Lisgar Street in 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

The results of the traffic count indicated the following:

Traffic count Data on Lisgar Street, Merrylands:

Average Daily Traffic (ADT) – Veh/day	2,547
85th percentile speed (km/h)	56
Mean (average) vehicle speed (km/hr)_	48

The latest Centre for Road and Safety accident data on Lisgar Street indicated that there were no reported accidents in the last 5 years ending December 2022.

Council’s officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions on Lisgar Street in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Lisgar Street - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	20
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	0
Road Characteristics	35	10
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	35

Table 2 – Lisgar Street – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

Based on the above assessment, Council will review traffic conditions in Lisgar Street in 12 months and report back to Traffic Committee if required.

It is noted that there is ‘BB’ centre line marking in Lisgar Street at its intersections with Excelsior Street and Robertson Street. Due to the high recorded speeds in Lisgar Street, it is proposed to provide ‘BB’ centre line marking in Lisgar Street linking the centre line markings at both ends.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Plan - Lisgar Street Merrylands - Proposed 'BB' line marking

2. Previous report CTC-23-025

3. Extract of Minutes of Traffic Committee for item CTC-23-025

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-180

MAGOWAR ROAD, GIRRAWEEN – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Prospect

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions on Magowar Road, Girraween between Targo Road and Girraween Road.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Magowar Road, Girraween not be supported.

2. Council review conditions on Magowar Road, Girraween in November 2024, and report back to Traffic Committee if required.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in August 2021 considered a report (CTC-21-206) regarding speeding concerns on Magowar Road, Girraween. Council resolved that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Magowar Road, Girraween between Targo Road and Girraween Road not be approved.

2. Council review conditions in Magowar Road, Girraween and report back to traffic committee in November 2022.

A traffic count was undertaken on Magowar Road in March 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data and compared it with the previous traffic count data undertaken in December 2020.

Traffic Count Date	Average Daily Traffic	85^th Percentile Speed
February 2021	3,081	51.8 km/h
March 2023	2,998	50.1 km/h

The traffic count data from the table above indicated that both traffic volume (ADT) and the recorded 85th percentile speeds in Magowar Road have reduced slightly since 2021.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there were no reported accidents at this section of Magowar Road in the last 5 years ending December 2022 in relation to speeding.

Council’s Officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions Magowar Road in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Magowar Road - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	15
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	0
Road Characteristics	35	12
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	32

Table 2 – Magowar Road – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85th percentile speed was 50.1km/h which is acceptable range for a local street with a 50km/h speed limit.

It should be noted that this section of Magowar Road has roundabouts at both ends and two raised thresholds installed.

Based on the above assessment, Council will review traffic conditions on Magowar Road in 12 months and report back to the Traffic Committee if required.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous report CTC-21-206

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-181

REES STREET, MAYS HILL - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions in Rees Street, Mays Hill.

This report outlines the outcome of the review.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Rees Street, Mays Hill not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Rees Street, Mays Hill and report back to Traffic Committee in November 2024 if required.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee at its meeting in June 2022 considered a report (CTC-22-116) regarding road safety concerns on Rees Street, Mays Hill.

Council resolved that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Rees Street, Mays Hill not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Rees Street in August 2023 and report back to Traffic Committee.

In accordance with Council’s resolution, a traffic count was undertaken on Rees Street in June 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data and compared it with the previous traffic count data undertaken in December 2021.

Both results are detailed in the table below:

Traffic Count Date	Average Daily Traffic	85^th Percentile speed
December 2021	1,767 veh/day	51.8 km/h
June 2023	1,900 veh/day	49.3 km/h

The traffic data from the table above indicated that the traffic volume (ADT) has increased slightly and the recorded 85^th percentile has slightly decreased since 2021.

The latest Centre for Road and Safety accident data indicated that there was 1 reported accident in the last 5 years ending December 2022 in Rees Street. The accident was related to vehicle turning from opposing directions.

Council officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions on Rees Street in October 2023 in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Rees Street - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	10
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	5
Road Characteristics	35	12
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	32

Table 2 – Rees Street – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85^th percentile speed was 49.3km/h which is below the default speed limit of the street.

Based on the above assessment, traffic calming devices are not warranted on the street. Council will review traffic conditions in Rees Street in 12 months and report back to the Traffic Committee if required.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous report – CTC-22-116

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-182

SUSAN STREET, AUBURN- ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Auburn

Police Area Command (PAC): Auburn

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions on Susan Street, Auburn.

This report outlines the outcome of the review.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Susan Street, Auburn not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Susan Street, Auburn and report back to the Traffic Committee in November 2024 if required.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee at its meeting in June 2022 considered a report (CTC-22-117) regarding road safety concerns on Susan Street, Mays Hill.

Council resolved that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Susan Street, Auburn not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Susan Street, Auburn and report to Traffic Committee in August 2023.

In accordance with Council’s resolution, a traffic count was undertaken on Susan Street in June 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data and compared it with the previous traffic count data undertaken in May 2022.

Both results are detailed in the table below:

Traffic Count Date	Average Daily Traffic	85^th Percentile speed
May 2022	1,888 veh/day	54 km/h
June 2023	2,004 veh/day	53.2 km/h

The traffic data from the table above indicated that the traffic volume (ADT) has increased slightly and the recorded 85^th percentile speed is similar to the traffic data collected in 2022.

The latest Centre for Road and Safety accident data indicated that there were no reported accidents in this section of Susan Street in the last 5 years ending December 2022.

Council officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions on Susan Street in October 2023 in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Susan Street - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	15
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	0
Road Characteristics	35	12
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	32

Table 2 – Susan Street – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85^th percentile speed was 53.2km/h which is within acceptable range for a local street with a 50km/h speed limit.

Based on the above assessment, Council will review traffic conditions in Susan Street in 12 months and report back to the Traffic Committee if required.

It is also noted that Susan Street has 40m long ‘BB’ centre line marked from the roundabout at its intersection with Beatrice Street.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous report – CTC-22-117

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-183

ADDLESTONE ROAD, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions on Addlestone Road, Merrylands.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Addlestone Road, Merrylands not be supported.

2. Council review conditions on Addlestone Road, Merrylands in November 2024, and report back to the Traffic Committee if required.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in April 2022 considered a report (CTC-22-074) regarding the provision of traffic calming devices on Addlestone Road, Merrylands.

Council resolved that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Addlestone Road, Merrylands not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Addlestone Road, Merrylands in June 2023, and report back to traffic committee.

In accordance with Council’s resolution, a traffic count was undertaken on Addlestone Road in June 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data and compared it with the previous traffic count data undertaken in February 2022.

Both results are detailed in the table below:

Traffic Count Date	Average Daily Traffic	85^th Percentile Speed
February 2022	3,689	51.8 km/h
June 2023	3,706	50 km/h

The traffic count data from the table above indicated that the recorded 85^th percentile speeds in Addlestone Road have reduced since 2022. The average daily traffic volume has increased slightly.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there were no reported accidents related to speeding in Addlestone Road between Newman Street and St Ann Street in the last 5 years ending December 2022.

Council officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions Addlestone Road in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Addlestone Road - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	15
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	0
Road Characteristics	35	12
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	32

Table 2 – Addlestone Road – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85^th percentile speed was 50 km/h which is at the speed limit of the street.

Based on the above assessment, Council will review traffic conditions on Addlestone Road in 12 months and report back to Traffic Committee if required.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous report CTC-22-074

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-184

CHELSEA STREET, MERRYLANDS - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions in Chelsea Street, Merrylands.

This report outlines the outcome of the review.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Chelsea Street, Merrylands not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Chelsea Street, Merrylands in November 2024, and report back to Traffic Committee if required.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee considered a report on the conditions in Chelsea Street, Merrylands in April 2023 (CTC-23-060).

Council resolved that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices in Chelsea Street, Merrylands

not be supported.

2. Council review conditions in Chelsea Street, Merrylands and report back

to the Traffic Committee in November 2023.

Following the Council resolution, traffic count was undertaken in July 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

The map below shows the location of Chelsea Street.

The results of the traffic count indicated the following:

Traffic count Data on Chelsea Street, Merrylands:

Average Daily Traffic (ADT) = 915 veh/day,

85th percentile speed = 49.1 km/h,

Mean (average) vehicle speed = 40.7 km/h.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there were no reported accidents in Chelsea Street in the last 5 years ending September 2022.

Council officers have investigated the request for the installation of traffic calming devices on Chelsea Street in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy.

The result of the traffic count and recorded crashes were used in the assessment to determine the need for the installation of traffic calming devices on Chelsea Street in accordance with the criteria set out in Council’s Local Area Traffic Management Policy (LATM) Policy.

The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Chelsea Street between Howard Street and Adrian Place - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	15
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	0
Road Characteristics	35	12
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	32

Table 2 – Chelsea Street between Howard Street and Adrian Place – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85^th percentile speed is 49.1 km/h, which is below the default speed limit.

Based on the above assessment, Council will review traffic conditions in Chelsea Street in 12 months and report back to the Traffic Committee if required.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Future consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous Report - CTC-23-060

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-185

DENMARK STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received requests from local residents for the installation of traffic calming devices on Denmark Street, Merrylands due to speeding concerns.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Denmark Street, Merrylands be supported in principle.

2. Council prepares design of speed humps and undertake consultation with directly affected and adjacent properties and report back to the Traffic Committee.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in February 2023 considered a report (CTC-23-022) regarding road safety concerns on Denmark Street, Merrylands. Council resolved to undertake traffic count data on Denmark Street along with community consultation and report back to the Traffic Committee in June 2023.

Resident consultation

In accordance with Council’s resolution, a consultation was carried out with the residents of Denmark Street in September 2023. A total of 61 letters were distributed to the residents / owners with an attached survey form.

Council received 14 valid responses (23% of the total letters sent) by the closing date, with 2 invalid/ anonymous responses not counted. Eight responses (57.1%) supported the installation of speed humps, including 1 response indicated support but do not want the speed hump in front of the resident’s property frontage, and six (42.9%) opposed to the proposal.

Feedback was also received during the consultation, there were two (2) responses concerned about the speeding issue in Roseberry Street near Myall Street. One response also suggested the provision of a roundabout at the intersection of Myall Street and Denmark Street.

In comparison to the response rate in 2022, there was a significant increase from 4.2% in 2022 to 23% in 2023.

Traffic count data review

A traffic count was undertaken on Denmark Street in March 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

The results of the traffic count indicated the following:

Traffic count Data on Denmark Street, Merrylands:

Average Daily Traffic (ADT) = 4,540 veh/day,

85th percentile speed = 55.1 km/h,

Mean (average) vehicle speed = 48.1 km/h.

Based on the consultation and traffic count results, the 85^th percentile speed in Denmark Street is over the speed limit and the majority of the responses received by Council supported the installation of speed humps. Therefore, it is proposed that the provision of speed humps on Denmark Street, Merrylands be supported in principle, subject to the detailed consultation with the directly affected residents.

Council proposes to undertake design of speed humps based on the submissions and consult with the directly affected and adjacent residents. The consultation results will be reported to a future Traffic Committee.

COnsultation

The proposal was notified to the impacted resident for a period of 14 days from 8 September 2023 to 22 September 2023. A total of 61 letters were distributed to the residents / owners with an attached survey form.

Council received 14 valid responses (23% of the total letters sent) by the closing date, 2 invalid/ anonymous responses were not counted. Eight responses (57.1%) supported the installation of speed humps, including 1 response indicated support but do not want the speed hump in front of the resident’s property frontage, and six (42.9%) opposed to the proposal.

Attachments

1. Previous report - CTC-23-022

2. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-186

BRIGHTON STREET, GREYSTANES – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Prospect

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received a request from a local resident for the installation of traffic calming measures on Brighton Street, Greystanes due to speeding concerns.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of speed humps in Brighton Street, Greystanes not be supported.

2. Council review traffic conditions in Brighton Street, Greystanes in April 2024 and report back to the Traffic Committee.

3. Council notify the concerned residents of the outcome.

Report

Brighton Street is a local road that runs in a north-south direction between Old Prospect Road and Whalans Road with a posted speed limit of 50 km/h. It has a width of approximately 10.2m and parking is permitted on both sides of the road unless signposted. Cumberland Country Golf Club and the Golf Course is located on the eastern side of Brighton Street.

There is ‘BB’ centre line marked in Brighton Street.

Council has received concerns from a local resident regarding road safety on Brighton Street, Greystanes.

The matter was previously investigated and reported to Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) in the past. Previous investigations including consultation did not receive sufficient support from the residents.

The map below shows the location of Brighton Street.

Following previous consultation, Council undertook further consultation with the residents in Brighton Street in October 2023. A total of 49 letters were distributed to the residents / owners.

Council received 21 responses by the closing date, out of the total responses received, 10 responses (47.6%) supported the proposed speed humps and 11 (52.4%) responses objected to the proposal.

The main concerns raised by the residents who objected to the proposed traffic calming devices were noise caused by the speed humps and devaluation of the properties. Some residents also believed that speed humps are not effective in slowing down traffic.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there were no reported accidents related to speeding in Brighton Street in the last 5 years ending December 2022.

Based on the above results, the majority of the responses received by Council objected to the proposal. Therefore, it is suggested that the installation of speed humps on Brighton Street not be approved due to the lack of support from the residents.

It should be noted that Brighton Street has ‘BB’ centre lines marked which provides a calming effect on traffic and keeping the traffic on the correct side of the road.

It is also proposed that Council undertake traffic counts in Brighton Street and assess traffic conditions in the street and report back to the Traffic Committee in April 2024.

COnsultation

The proposal was notified to the residents in Brighton Street for a period of 14 days from 4 October 2023 to 17 October 2023.

Council received 21 responses (42.9% of the total letters sent) by the closing date, out of the total responses received, 10 responses (47.6%) supported the proposed speed humps and 11 (52.4%) responses objected to the proposal.

Attachments

1. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-187

KIBO ROAD, REGENTS PARK – PROPOSED REFUGE ISLAND

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Auburn

Police Area Command (PAC): Auburn

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

The report provides an update on the proposed pedestrian refuge island on Kibo Road, Regents Park.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The proposed Pedestrian Refuge Island with associated signage and line marking on Kibo Road, Regents Park (adjacent to Kibo Reserve) be finalised in accordance with the attached plan and included in Council’s Capital Works Program.

2. Council liaise with Australia Post for the relocation of the mailbox.

3. The affected / concerned residents be notified of Council’s resolution.

Report

In August 2023, Cumberland Traffic Committee considered a report on the road safety concerns in Kibo Road Regents Park. Council resolved that:

1. The installation of speed humps in Kibo Road, Regents Park, be approved in accordance with the attached plan.

2. The installation of a pedestrian refuge island on Kibo Road, Regents Park outside Kibo Reserve, be approved in accordance with the attached plan.

3. Council undertake consultation with directly affected and adjacent residents on these plans and amend as required following consultation.

4. The concerned residents be notified of the outcome.

Consultation undertaken regarding the speed humps in item 1 above is reported in a separate report.

In accordance with items 2 and 3 of Council’s resolution above, a consultation regarding the proposed pedestrian refuge was undertaken with the directly affected and adjacent residents in Kibo Road, Regents Park from 1 September 2023 to 15 September 2023. A total of 11 letters with a plan of the proposed pedestrian refuge and associated ‘Mail Zone’ relocation were distributed to the affected residents/ owners.

Council received 2 responses by the closing date, both responses objected to the proposed pedestrian refuge island. The main reason for the objection was the loss of on-street parking spaces outside the existing small businesses due to the relocation of the ‘Mail Zone’.

As per the Australian Standards, ‘No Stopping’ restrictions must be provided on both sides of a pedestrian refuge Island. Consequently, the existing mailbox on the northern side of Kibo Road outside the reserve must be relocated as it will fall within the ‘No Stopping’ zone associated with the refuge.

It is noted that amending the proposal to relocate the pedestrian refuge away from the mailbox is not a feasible option and any relocation will impact on other properties and the existing ‘Bus Zone’ adjacent to the park. It is proposed to provide ‘Mail Zone’ signage at the new mailbox location to facilitate mailbox service. Council will liaise with Australia Post regarding the relocation of the existing mailbox.

It's important to note that there are currently twelve 90-degree angle parking spaces outside No 26-32, commonly used by customers of three local small businesses. Converting one parking space to a ‘Mail Zone’ will not significantly impact on the overall parking situation.

Given the significant public interest in the matter, it is recommended that the plan for the pedestrian refuge island on Kibo Road, Regents Park, be finalised in accordance with the approved plan and included on Council’s Capital Works Program.

COnsultation

The proposal was notified to the impacted resident for a period of 14 days from 1 September 2023 to 15 September 2023.

A total of 11 letters with a plan of the proposed refuge island and associated ‘Mail Zone’ relocation were distributed to the affected residents/ owners.

Council received 2 responses (18.2% of the total letters sent) by the closing date, both responses objected to the proposed pedestrian refuge island.

Attachments

1. Plan – Kibo Road, Regents Park – Proposed refuge island

2. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-188

KIBO ROAD, REGENTS PARK – PROPOSED SPEED HUMPS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Auburn

Police Area Command (PAC): Auburn

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has undertaken consultation with directly affected and adjacent residents regarding the proposed pedestrian refuge.

This report outlines the outcome of the consultation.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The proposed speed humps and associated signage on Kibo Road, Regents Park in accordance with the attached plan be approved.

2. The affected / concerned residents be notified of Council’s resolution.

Report

In August 2023,Cumberland Traffic Committee considered a report on the road safety concerns in Kibo Road Regents Park. Council resolved that:

1. The installation of speed humps in Kibo Road, Regents Park, be approved in accordance with the attached plan.

2. The installation of a pedestrian refuge island on Kibo Road, Regents Park outside Kibo Reserve, be approved in accordance with the attached plan.

3. Council undertake consultation with directly affected and adjacent residents on these plans and amend as required following consultation.

4. The concerned residents be notified of the outcome.

Consultation undertaken regarding the pedestrian refuge island on Kibo Road in accordance with items 2 and 3 above is reported in a separate report.

In accordance with item 1 of Council’s resolution above, a consultation was carried out with affected residents of Kibo Road, Regents Park from 13 September 2023 to 27 September 2023. A total of 27 letters, each with an attached plan and a survey form, were distributed to the affected residents/owners. Council received 8 responses (29.6% of the total letters sent) by the closing date. Of these, 6 responses (75%) supported the proposed speed humps, while 2 responses (25%) objected to the proposal.

One objection received by Council was from a directly affected resident concerned about the potential loss of on-street parking and property devaluation due to speed humps. It should be noted that the proposed speed humps will not impact on any available on-street parking. The other objection received is from a resident whose property is not directly affected and no reason was given for the objection.

Given that the majority of residents supported the proposed speed humps and the significant public interest in the matter, it is recommended that the plan for the speed humps on Kibo Road, Regents Park, be finalised in accordance with the approved plan and included on Council’s Capital Works Program.

COnsultation

The proposal was notified to the impacted resident for a period of 14 days from 13 September 2023 to 27 September 2023.

A total of 27 letters, each with an attached plan and a survey form, were distributed to the affected residents/owners. Council received 8 responses (29.6% of the total letters sent) by the closing date. Of these, 6 responses (75%) supported the proposed speed humps, while 2 responses (25%) objected to the proposal.

Attachments

1. Plan – Kibo Road, Regents Park – Proposed Speed Humps

2. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-189

BELGIUM STREET, AUBURN - REQUEST OF ROAD WIDENING

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Auburn

Police Area Command (PAC): Auburn

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received requests from residents in Belgium Street, Auburn concerning various issues including the narrow width of the street.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of parking restrictions in Belgium Street, Auburn not be supported due to community objections.

2. Council note the alternate options provided to respond to issues identified in the report.

3. Council investigate the option of indented parking in Belgium Street, Auburn, and provide a further report to the Cumberland Traffic Committee.

4. Council notify concerned residents of the outcome.

Report

Belgium Street is a local road that runs in a north-south direction between Wellington Road and Albert Road, with a speed limit of 50 km/h. The street is approximately 410m in length and has a width of approximately 7.1m. Parking is permitted on both sides of the road in accordance with Road Rules unless otherwise signposted. Belgium Street consists mainly of low-density houses, with some duplexes and granny flats.

Council has received requests from residents on Belgium Street to widen the road due to its narrowness. Residents allege that two-way traffic cannot be maintained when vehicles are parked on both sides of the street, and they experience difficulties entering or exiting their properties due to parked vehicles. Residents are also concerned about constant speeding issues on Belgium Street and damage to vehicles' side mirrors caused by speeding motorists.

The latest accident data from the Centre for Road Safety indicates that there were two reported accidents in Belgium Street near Wellington Road in the last five years ending in December 2022. One accident occurred while a vehicle attempted a U-turn on Wellington Road at its intersection with Belgium Street. The cause of the other accident was not clear, as it was recorded as 'other manoeuvring’.

Council officers have investigated the matter and found that Belgium Street is approximately 7.1 metres wide, which is similar to many other streets in Cumberland City. Inspections revealed that Belgium Street is relatively straight with good sightlines, and there are multiple driveways on both sides of the street to allow vehicles to give way to oncoming traffic when cars are parked. It was also found that 'No Stopping' restrictions exist at the intersection of Belgium Street and Wellington Road, providing additional room for vehicles to turn in and out of Belgium Street safely.

A review of the traffic count in Belgium Street conducted in October 2023 indicated that the Average Daily Traffic (ADT) on Belgium Street was 446 vehicles per day, and the recorded 85^th percentile speed was 45 km/h, which is below the default speed limit of 50 km/h. Average peak hour traffic volumes were 30 in morning and 45 in evening peak hours.

In response to the concerns raised by the residents regarding the traffic issues caused by the narrowness of the street, several options have been considered. These options are:

1. Introducing parking restrictions in the street to allow for two way traffic

2. Widening of the road

3. Providing parking on nature strips or indented parking

The above options are discussed further below:

1. Introducing parking restrictions on one side of the road

Council undertook consultation with residents, proposing parking restrictions on one side of the street. Several submissions including a petition were received where majority of residents do not support the proposed parking restrictions. Instead, they would like Council to widen the road or provide rolled kerbs in the street.

2. Widening of the road

Council officers investigated the request for widening the road. The scope of work for the demolition and reconstruction of new kerb and gutter is significant, and is likely to result in the removal of street trees. property boundary level adjustments, driveway reconstructions, adjustment of drainage infrastructure, and utility relocation and/or adjustment. The costs of these works will also be high compared to other solutions if this option was progressed. Given these factors, it is advised that this option should be progress at this time.

3. Providing parking on nature strips or indented parking

Providing rolled kerbs and allowing parking on the nature strip

Normally, parking on the nature strip is illegal under the Road Rules and if allowed, may damage utilities underneath due to the low cover depth for the services under the nature strip. In the case of Belgium Street, providing rolled kerbs will require demolishing approximately 800m long standard kerb and gutter (on both sides) and providing concrete slabs on the nature strip. It should be noted that removing parking along the current kerb and moving to nature strip may encourage speeding in the street and create sight distance issues for vehicles driving out of the driveways. Given these factors, it is advised that this option should be progress at this time.

·Indented parking

Council officers have reviewed this option, and indented parking could be provided at some locations where sufficient distance is available between the driveways. This option would also for a wider space on the road at these locations. Further analysis would be required to confirm the total number of indented parking spaces provided and the net result of on-street parking at this location.

Based on the options provided and the significant community interest on the matter, it is recommended that Council investigate the option of indented parking in Belgium Street, Auburn, and provide a further report to the Cumberland Traffic Committee.

COnsultation

The proposed parking restrictions were consulted with the residents for a period of 14 days from 29 August 2023 to 12 September 2023.

A total of 58 letters were distributed with an attached survey from to the residents / owners. Council received 31 responses and 29 (94%) objected to the proposal.

Council also received a petition signed by residents from 27 properties in Belgium Street objecting to the proposed parking restrictions and requesting widening of the street.

Attachments

1. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-190

CLARENCE STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received safety concerns regarding traffic conditions on Clarence Street, Merrylands due to speeding issues.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that the Council undertake consultation with the residents of Clarence Street, Merrylands between Merrylands Road and Leeds Street to assess support or otherwise for the installation of speed humps.

Report

Clarence Street is a local road that runs in a north-south direction between Merrylands Road and Burnett Street. Clarence Street is approximately 1 km long and has a width of approximately 12m.The posted speed limit is 50km/hr and parking are permitted on both sides of the road unless signposted. Clarence Street provides access to Holroyd School and there is 40km/hr School Zone at the front of the school.

There is morning (6:30AM-9:30AM) and evening (3:00PM-7:00PM) right turn bans at the Clarence Street intersection for vehicles on Merrylands Road on weekdays.

Merrylands Road is line marked for 4 lanes of traffic, 2 lanes in each direction in this section.

Council has received concerns from a local resident regarding vehicles speeding in Clarence Street towards Merrylands Road.

Council officers have investigated the street. A raised threshold is in place on Clarence Street south of Walpole Street. The 40km/hr School Zone commences approximately 30m south of Walpole Street and is provided up to a location between Leeds Street and Shannon Avenue which covers the frontage of Holroyd School. In accordance with the resident’s concerns, Council officers have considered Clarence Street section south of Leeds Street for the analysis.

The map below shows the location of Clarence Street, Merrylands. The School Zone location is indicated in the map.

A traffic count was undertaken on Clarence Street in March 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map above.

Traffic count data:

Average Daily Traffic = 2,503 veh/day

85^th Percentile speed = 58.9 km/hr

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data on Clarence Street indicated that there were two reported accidents in this section in the last 5 years ending December 2022. All of them are related to pedestrian movement. One accident occurred at Merrylands Road and the other occurred midblock in Clarence Street.

Council officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions on Clarence Street in August 2023 in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy. The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Clarence Street - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	25
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	5
Road Characteristics	35	10
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	45

Table 2 – Clarence Street – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count indicated that the recorded 85^th percentile speed was 58.9 km/h which is significantly high compared to the speed limit of 50km/hr of the street. Also, there is a School Zone in Clarence Street.

Based on the above, it is proposed to undertake consultation with the residents of Clarence Street for the installation of speed humps.

COnsultation

Subject to endorsement of the recommendation, consultation will be undertaken with residents to assess support or otherwise for the installation of speed humps.

Attachments

Nil

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-191

DELLWOOD STREET, SOUTH GRANVILLE - REQUEST FOR A PEDESTRIAN CROSSING

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received a petition from residents for the provision of a pedestrian crossing on Dellwood Street, South Granville, near the existing car park and local shops.

This report outlines the outcome of the review.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The proposed marked pedestrian crossing in Dellwood Street, South Granville, including kerb blisters and signage in accordance with the attached plan be approved.

2. Council forward final design plans to Transport for NSW for concurrence.

3. Council notify the Taxi Council regarding the reduction in length of the existing ‘Taxi Zone’.

4. Council undertake consultation with the businesses regarding the proposed marked pedestrian crossing in Dellwood Street, South Granville and report back to the Traffic Committee if objections are received.

Report

Council has received a petition from residents for the provision of a pedestrian crossing on Dellwood Street, South Granville, between the existing car park and local shops. The petition has been signed by over 170 residents living in the surrounding road network.

The petitioners allege that the location adjacent to the car park is used by many pedestrians to access the shops and other facilities.

This section of Dellwood Street is between Blaxcell Street and Pegler Avenue.

Dellwood Street is a local road that runs in an east–west direction between Blaxcell Street and Clyde Street. The section of interest is between Blaxcell Street and Pegler Avenue. This section of Dellwood Street is approximately 100m long and 12.5m wide, with a default speed limit of 50 km/h.

Currently, William Lamb Park with a car park is situated on the northern side of this section of Dellwood Street, while local shops are situated on the southern side of the street. Parking restrictions apply on both sides of the street at this section of Dellwood Street.

Furthermore, roundabouts are located at the intersections of Dellwood Street with Blaxcell Street and Pegler Avenue. Additionally, a median island is also incorporated in this particular section of Dellwood Street.

Following the petition, Council officers have observed pedestrian patterns in the section of Dellwood Street. Based on the observations, it was noted that there is frequent pedestrian crossing activity between the car park, the park on the northern side and the shops on the southern side at this section of Dellwood Street.

The following pedestrian and vehicle counts were taken on 19 October 2023 in Dellwood Street adjacent to the car park.

Period	Vehicles	Pedestrians
Period	Vehicles	Adults	Elderly & students	Total
12:00 – 13:00	327	58	27	85
13:00 – 14:00	330	54	48	102
15:00 – 16:00	472	67	28	95

The hourly vehicle volumes are low compared to the standard warrants; however, the pedestrian numbers are high including elderly and students.

Transport for NSW has now provided guideline to Local Governments to utilise reduced warrants on local roads, subject to satisfying safety requirements outlined in the Australian Standards and Austroads Guidelines.

In accordance with the minimum criteria specified in the Australian Standards AS 1742.10 and the Transport for NSW guideline for Local Governments, Council officers consider that the location on Dellwood Street in the vicinity of the car park qualifies for the provision of a marked pedestrian crossing.

The attached concept plan shows the location of the proposed crossing.

The existing ‘Taxi Zone’ on the southern side of Dellwood Street east of the Blaxcell Street roundabout is 8.1m long. Due to the location of the proposed pedestrian crossing, the existing ‘Taxi Zone’ length has to be reduced to 5.5m which is as per the standard requirement. There are ‘No Stopping’ zones on either side of the ‘Taxi Zone’ which will assist taxis to drive in and out of the kerb side parking.

The pedestrian crossing is associated with ‘No Stopping’ restrictions on the approaches and exit sides as indicated in the plan. Council will undertake consultation with affected businesses in the area. Council will also notify the Taxi Council regarding the reduction in length of the existing ‘Taxi Zone’.

COnsultation

Consultation with the affected businesses will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Plan – Dellwood Street, South Granville - Proposed pedestrian crossing.

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-192

HAMPDEN ROAD, SOUTH WENTWORTHVILLE – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has undertaken consultation with the adjacent properties for the installation of speed humps on Hampden Road, South Wentworthville.

This report outlines the outcome of the consultation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of speed humps on Hampden Road, South Wentworthville, in accordance with the attached plan be approved.

2. Council notify affected/ concerned residents of the outcome.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in August 2023 considered a report (CTC-23-133) regarding road safety concerns on Hampden Road, South Wentworthville.

Council resolved that:

1. The installation of speed humps in Hampden Road, South Wentworthville in accordance with attached plans be approved in principle.

2. Council undertake consultation with adjacent properties and report back to the Traffic Committee in November 2023.

In accordance with Council’s resolution, consultation was carried out with the residents of Hampden Road in September 2023. A total of 86 letters were distributed to the residents / owners with an attached survey form and plans of the proposed speed humps.

Council received 12 responses, with 9 (75%) that supported the proposal and 3 (25%) that opposed the proposed speed humps. While the majority of residents that responded to the consultation supported the provision of speed humps, the residents opposing the speed humps indicated the reason for objection being the loss of on-street parking spaces, concerns about the number of proposed speed humps and potential noise impacts.

Following consideration of the feedback provided, the plan has been updated to remove locations where speed humps have not been supported. Based on this, it is recommended that the provision of speed humps as shown on the attached plan be approved.

COnsultation

The proposal was notified to the impacted resident for a period of 14 days from 13 September 2023 to 27 September 2023.

A total of 86 letters were distributed to the residents / owners with an attached survey form and a plan of the proposed speed humps. Council received 12 responses, 9 (75%) supporting the proposal and 3 (25%) opposing the proposed speed humps.

Attachments

1. Plans – Hampden Road, South Wentworthville – Proposed speed humps

2. Previous report CTC-23-133

3. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-193

HAWKSVIEW STREET, GUILDFORD AND MERRYLANDS - ROAD SAFETY CONCERN

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions in Hawksview Street, Guildford / Merrylands.

This report outlines the investigation regarding the above.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of speed humps in Hawksview Street, Guildford/ Merrylands in accordance with the attached plan be approved.

2. Council notify affected/ concerned residents of the outcome.

Report

Hawksview Street is a regional road that runs in an east-west direction with a posted speed limit of 50km/h. It has a width of approximately 12.5m and parking is permitted on both sides of the road unless signposted.

Council has received concerns from local residents regarding road safety on Hawksview Street, Guildford/ Merrylands. The matter was investigated and reported to Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) in the past, a summary of the reports and recommendations are listed below:

Background

7 June 2023

CTC considered a report (CTC-23-087) on the road safety concerns of a fatal accident in Hawksview Street. Based on the report, Council resolved in July 2023 that:

1. The existing ‘S1’ line marking in Hawksview Street be replaced with ‘BB’ line marking.

2. Council undertake a detailed review of conditions in Hawksview Street, Merrylands and report back to the Traffic Committee in August 2023.

3. Council liaise with the State Member for Granville, Ms Julia Finn MP, regarding any review of traffic conditions on Hawksview Street.

2 August 2023

CTC considered a report (CTC-23-135) on the road safety concerns with a detailed review of Hawksview Street. Based on the report, Council resolved in September 2023 that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices in Hawksview Street in Guildford and Merrylands, between Guildford Overpass and Chetwynd Road, be approved in principle.

2. Council prepare speed hump design and undertake consultation with directly affected and adjacent residents.

3. Council report back to the Traffic Committee the outcomes of consultation on the proposal in November 2023.

4. The Member for Granville be notified of the recommendation.

5. The State Government be requested to review the location for a speed camera.

The map below show the location/ section of Hawksview Street, Guildford/ Merrylands between Guildford Overpass and Chetwynd Road.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there were eight (8) reported accidents in Hawksview Street between Guildford Overpass and Chetwynd Road in the last 5 years ending December 2022. All of them were the result of turning vehicles failing to give way at intersections.

In accordance with the item 2 of the recommendation above, Council prepared concept plans for speed humps and consultation was undertaken with the residents of Hawksview Street between Chetwynd Road and Oxford Street Overpass in September 2023.

A total of 50 letters were distributed to the residents/ owners with an attached survey form with a plan of the proposed speed humps. Council received 7 responses (14% of the total letters sent) by the closing date, 6 supporting the proposal and 1 opposing the proposed speed humps with various reasons such as emergency vehicles delay, amenity and future detours.

Based on the above result, the majority of the responses received supported the proposal. Therefore, it is proposed that the proposed speed humps in Hawksview Street be approved.

In relation to the resolution for a speed camera at this location, the request has been forwarded to Transport for NSW for consideration. At this stage, no response has been received by Council.

COnsultation

The proposal was notified to the adjacent and impacted residents for a period of 14 days from 21 September 2023 to 6 October 2023.

Council received 7 responses (14% of the total response sent) by the closing date, 6 (86%) supported the proposal and 1 (14%) opposed to the proposed speed humps with various reason such as emergency vehicles delay, amenity and future detours.

Attachments

1. Plan – Hawksview Street – Proposed Speed Humps

2. Previous Report - CTC-23-135 - Hawksview Street, Guildford, and Merrylands - Road Safety Concerns.

3. Extract Council Minute of CTC-23-135

4. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-194

LANSDOWNE STREET, MERRYLANDS – ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received requests from local residents for the installation of traffic calming devices on Lansdowne Street, Merrylands due to speeding concerns.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of speed humps along Lansdowne Street, Merrylands, in accordance with the attached plans be approved.

2. Council notify residents of the outcome of the proposal.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in June 2023 considered a report (CTC-23-086) regarding road safety concerns on Lansdowne Street, Merrylands. Council resolved the following in July 2023:

1. Note the findings from the community consultation and review of technical

information.

2. Endorse a staged approach to response to traffic issues in Lansdowne Street, Merrylands, which includes:

a. Implementation of the line marking scheme in the street in accordance with the attached plan

b. In-principle support of the installation of speed humps as a traffic calming device in the street, with the preparation of a design and consultation with adjacent residents to the proposed location of the speed humps.

3. Forward a detailed line marking plan to Transport for NSW for concurrence.

4. Provide a further report to the Traffic Committee in November 2023 on the status on the response of traffic issues in Lansdowne Street, Merrylands.

5. Council investigate further opportunities to restrict heavy vehicle movements

along Lansdowne Street, Merrylands.

6. Notify residents of the outcome of the proposal.

Proposed Speed Humps

In accordance with Council’s resolution for Item 2, Council officers prepared design of speed humps in Lansdowne Street and undertook consultation with the residents in August 2023. A total of 30 letters were distributed to the residents / owners with an attached survey form and a plan of the proposed speed humps.

Council received 4 responses (13.3% of the total letters sent) received by the closing date, one supporting the proposed speed humps and three opposing the proposal.

While the majority of responses received were not in favour, this was based on a small number of submissions. It is noted that there was interest in previous consultation undertaken earlier in the year for the provision of speed humps on the street. Given the submissions received in earlier consultation and the community interest on the matter, it is recommended that the installation of speed humps along Lansdowne Street be approved.

Opportunities to Restrict Heavy Vehicle Movements

In accordance with Council’s resolution on Item 5, Council officers’ have undertaken investigations on opportunities to restrict heavy vehicle movements in Lansdowne Street, Merrylands. Council Officers’ undertook traffic counts in early 2023 which indicated low volumes of small to medium trucks accessing the street. Furthermore, there was no evidence of large trucks accessing the street due to the existing road layout.

As a consequence of the above findings, it is unlikely that Transport for NSW will provide approval for restricting truck movements in Lansdowne Street, Merrylands.

Council will continue to monitor the street and the surrounding area should the current prevailing conditions change and provide further reports to the Cumberland Traffic Committee and Council if needed.

COnsultation

The proposal was notified to the adjacent and impacted residents for a period of 14 days from 30 August 2023 to 13 September 2023.

A total of 30 letters were distributed to the residents / owners with an attached survey form and a plan of the proposed speed humps. Council received 4 responses (13.3% of the total letters sent) received by the closing date, one supporting the proposed speed humps and three opposing the proposal.

Attachments

1. Plan - Lansdowne Street, Merrylands - Proposed speed humps

2. Previous report CTC-23-086

3. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-195

TOONGABBIE ROAD, TOONGABBIE - ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS AT THE BEND

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Prospect

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received concerns from motorists regarding the recently installed speed cushions on Toongabbie Road, Toongabbie at the bend outside No.93 and 99.

This report outlines the outcome of the review.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. Council approve in-principle full width speed humps on both sides of the bend at 93 to 99 Toongabbie Road, Toongabbie to replace the existing speed cushions.

2. Council prepare concept plan for the speed humps and undertake consultation with affected and adjacent residents and report back to the Traffic Committee.

3. Council notify the concerned resident / motorist of the outcome.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in October 2022 considered a report (CTC-22-175) regarding the provision of speed cushions on Toongabbie Road, Toongabbie at the bend outside No.93 and 99.

Council resolved to support the provision of speed cushions at this location and two speed cushions were installed accordingly as shown on the map below.

The speed cushions were approved and installed only on the single directional travel lanes and not across the whole road. Following the construction of the speed cushions, Council received concerns from residents who alleged that vehicles frequently drive on the wrong side of the road to avoid these cushions.

Council requested the Cumberland Police Area Command to monitor the location as it is illegal to cross the ‘BB’ centre line marked at this location.

Due to the short distance between the cushions (approximately 60m), Council did not approve installation of full width speed humps across the whole road.

In order to enhance safety at this location, it is proposed that the existing speed cushions be replaced with full-width speed humps to prevent motorists from driving onto the wrong side of the road. It is also proposed that Council relocate the existing speed cushions (either one or both) to appropriate distance on either side of the bend.

A design will be prepared and affected residents consulted prior to a further report to the Traffic Committee.

COnsultation

Subject to endorsement, consultation on the proposal will be undertaken by Council.

Attachments

1. Previous report – CTC-22-175

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-196

PENDLE WAY, PENDLE HILL – PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR ‘THAI PONGAL FESTIVAL 2024’

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Prospect

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

For the committee to consider 11-hour closure of Pendle Way, Pendle Hill for ‘Thai Pongal Festival 2024’.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Traffic Committee recommends that the temporary closure of Pendle Way, Pendle Hill (between Gilba Road and Civic Avenue) between the hours of 3:00am and 2:00pm Sunday 21 January 2024 be approved subject to the following conditions:

1. All affected businesses, residents and emergency stakeholders being notified/consulted of the closure.

2. Complying with the notification requirements of the Roads Act 1993, i.e. placing public notices in a newspaper and erecting notices on the road.

3. Bus operators be consulted of the closure.

4. Approval of a Traffic Management Plan by Transport for NSW and the Transport Management Centre.

Report

Council has received an application for the temporary closure of Pendle Way, Pendle Hill between Gilba Road and Civic Avenue from 3:00am to 2:00pm Sunday 21 January 2024 for the Thai Pongal Festival.

Pendle Way, Pendle Hill is a local collector road that runs in a north-south direction linking Pendle Hill Station to the north and Great Western Highway to the south. Shops and small businesses are occupying along this section of street with time restricted and parking permitted on both side of the road.

Transit Systems bus service operates 705 Blacktown to Parramatta via Pendle Hill Station daily. The event organiser has consulted with the bus operator and received no objection. It is also noted that CDC Bus operates school afternoon drop off on Monday to Friday from Girraween High School to Pendle Hill Station via Joyce Street and this service will not be affected by the Sunday Road closure.

The Thai Pongal Festival has been occurring in Civic Park, Pendle Hill in the last 10 years and Council has previously received no complaints from the public. The event organiser is expecting 300 to 400 festival attendees at the Thai Pongal Festival - 2024 and have the majority support from local businesses that the event to be held on Pendle Way, Pendle Hill. It is noted that the event is scheduled to be carried out on Sunday 21 January 2024 between the hours of 7:00am and 12:00pm.

The road closure will be between 3:00 am and 2:00pm.

The Traffic Management Plan and Traffic Control Plan for the community event is attached.

The Traffic Management Plan will be forwarded to Transport for NSW for approval.

COnsultation

The event organisers will carry out consultation with all affected businesses and residents and any objection received will be forwarded to Council for consideration.

Attachments

1. Plan – Traffic Management & Traffic Control Plan– Thai Pongal Festival 2024

2. Submissions

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-197

TOONGABBIE ROAD, TOONGABBIE – REVIEW OF ROAD SAFETY CONCERNS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Prospect

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has reviewed traffic conditions on Toongabbie Road, Toongabbie.

This report outlines the outcome of the review.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Toongabbie Road, Toongabbie not be supported.

2. Council review conditions on Toongabbie Road, Toongabbie, and report back to Traffic Committee in November 2024 if required.

Report

Cumberland Traffic Committee (CTC) at its meeting in February 2021 considered a report (CTC-21-013) regarding speeding concerns on Toongabbie Road, Toongabbie.

Council resolved that:

1. The installation of traffic calming devices on Toongabbie Road, Toongabbie not be supported.

2. Council review traffic conditions in Toongabbie Road, between Portia Road and Targo Road in November 2021 and report back to traffic committee in February 2022.

3. Council request Cumberland Police Area Command to monitor speeding in Toongabbie Road between Portia Road and Targo Road.

In accordance with item 3 above, Cumberland Police Area Command was requested to monitor speeding in the area.

A traffic count was undertaken on Toongabbie Road in March 2023. The traffic count location is shown in red on the map below.

Council officers have reviewed the traffic count data and compared it with the previous traffic count data undertaken in November 2020.

Both results are detailed in the table below:

Traffic Count Date	Average Daily Traffic	85^th Percentile Speed
November 2020	5,303	55.1 km/h
March 2023	5,014	53.5 km/h

The traffic count data from the table above indicated that both traffic volume (ADT) and the recorded 85^th percentile speed in Toongabbie Road has reduced slightly since 2020.

The latest Centre for Road Safety accident data indicated that there were 2 reported accidents at this section of Toongabbie Road in the last 5 years ending December 2022. Both accidents were related to vehicles losing control and hitting objects.

Council officers have undertaken a further review of the traffic conditions of Toongabbie Road in accordance with Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Policy. The LATM assessments are summarised in the tables below:

Table 1 – Toongabbie Road - LATM Assessment Points

Criteria	Maximum Score	Score Achieved
Traffic Study Data	45	15
Crash warrant in the last 5 years	15	5
Road Characteristics	35	15
Community Support & other factors	5	5
Total	100	40

Table 2 – Toongabbie Road – Action

Criteria	Action
>75	Report to TC with a recommendation of providing traffic calming devices
61-75	Report to TC and discuss possibility of providing traffic calming devices
41-60	Council to review traffic data in 6 months
25-40	Monitor street and review traffic data after 12 months
<25	Do Nothing
Speed	That regardless of the total points scored, should the 85th percentile speed exceed the posted speed limit by 5 km/h, the street be referred to the NSW Police for monitoring and/or enforcement.

The traffic count data indicated that the recorded 85^th percentile speed was 53.5 km/h which is within acceptable range for a local street with a 50km/h speed limit.

Based on the above assessment, traffic calming devices are not warranted on the street. Council will review traffic conditions on Toongabbie Road in 12 months and report back to Traffic Committee if required.

COnsultation

Consultation has not been undertaken as the investigation outlined in the report concludes no action is required.

Consultation will be undertaken if recommended by the Traffic Committee.

Attachments

1. Previous report CTC-21-013

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-198

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR ‘AUSTRALIA DAY’ CELEBRATIONS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

For the Committee to consider the two (2) hour closure of a short section of Pitt Street, Merrylands to facilitate 2024 Australia Day Celebrations in Holroyd Gardens at the corner of Pitt Street & Walpole Street.

The event will be managed by Council.

Recommendation

That the Traffic Committee recommends that the temporary two hour closure of Pitt Street in accordance with the attached traffic control plan between 8:30PM and 10:30PM on Friday January 26, 2024 be approved subject to concurrence and approval of a Traffic Management Plan (TMP) by Transport for NSW.

Report

Australia Day is celebrated annually in Holroyd Gardens at the corner of Pitt Street & Walpole Street. The event will be managed by Council.

Australia Day will be celebrated on Friday January 26, 2024 commencing from 6:00PM and finishing at 9:00PM. Approximately 1,000 people are expected to attend the event throughout the duration. There will be fireworks at the end of the event.

The road closure will be on Pitt Street between the two eastern and western approaches of the staggered intersection of Walpole Street. The road closures will be between 8:30PM and 10:30PM to facilitate event patrons to evacuate the area safely and cross Pitt Street to access their parked cars or walk to Merrylands station which is less than 900m from Holroyd Gardens.

The event is classified as Class 3 in accordance with the Special Event Guidelines.

The map below shows the street network and Holroyd Gardens.

The Traffic Management Plan and Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS) are attached.

The Traffic Management Plan (TMP) will be submitted to Transport for NSW for approval.

Attachments

1. Traffic Management Plan - Australia Day 2024

2. Traffic Guidance Scheme - Australia Day 2024

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-199

CARLTON STREET, GRANVILLE - PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR GRANVILLE RAILWAY DISASTER MEMORIAL

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Cumberland City Council organising the “Granville Railway Disaster Memorial” event has proposed the temporary closure of Carlton Street, Granville between Railway Parade and Council car park entry adjacent to Russell Street. The memorial event is scheduled on Wednesday 18 January 2024 from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

This report gives details of the closure.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that:

1. Council approves the temporary full road closure of Carlton Street, Granville between Railway Parade and Council car park entry adjacent to Russell Street from 5:00 AM to 2:00PM on Thursday 18 January 2024 subject to approval from Transport for NSW for the Traffic Management Plan and Traffic Guidance Scheme.

2. The Traffic Management Plan and Traffic Guidance Scheme be forwarded to City of Parramatta for concurrence.

Report

Cumberland Council organising the “Granville Railway Disaster Memorial” event has proposed the temporary closure of Carlton Street, Granville between Railway Parade and Council car park entry adjacent to Russell Street. The memorial event is scheduled on Thursday 18 January 2024 from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The traffic guidance scheme will be implemented from 5:00AM to 2:00PM.

This is an annual memorial service to commemorate the lives lost due to the 1977 Granville Rail Disaster. Families of the victims, survivors, and rescue personnel numbering 100 to 150 persons are expected to attend the event.

The Railway Disaster memorial is located on the southwestern corner of the Carlton Street & Railway Parade traffic lights. Please see a street view of the memorial below:

The event organisers have identified that as in previous years, the attendees will meet at the Granville Townhall and march along Carlton Street towards the memorial.

The plan overleaf shows the location of closure:

Following the event conducted previous years, event debriefings by Council staff observed that the events were successful without any issues.

Copies of the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) and Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS) are attached.

COnsultation

Council’s Event team will carry out the following notification activities, subject to Traffic Committee endorsement of the temporary road closure:

· Council media release.

· Letter box notifications are sent to local residents and businesses in Granville and surrounding areas to advise them of changes to traffic.

· Council’s traffic contractor will have VMS boards present.

Attachments

1. Granville Railway Disaster Memorial 2023 – Traffic Management Plan

2. Granville Train Disaster - Traffic Guidance Scheme

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-200

JOSEPH STREET, LIDCOMBE - TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Auburn

Police Area Command (PAC): Auburn

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received an application from Council’s Events Section requesting the closure of Joseph Street, Lidcombe between Railway Street and Bridge Street to facilitate 2024 Lunar New Year Celebrations.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that the temporary road closure of Joseph Street between Railway Street and Bridge Street be approved in accordance with the attached traffic guidance scheme between the hours of 7:00AM, Friday, 9 February 2024 and 1:00AM, Saturday, 10 March 2024 subject to:

1. All affected businesses and emergency stakeholders being notified of the closure.

2. Complying with the notification requirements of the Roads Act 1993, i.e., placing public notices in a newspaper and erecting notices on the road.

3. Approval of a Traffic Management Plan by Transport Management Centre.

Report

Council proposes to hold the 2024 Lunar New Year Celebrations in three areas include Auburn, Barela and Lidcombe. Road closure is required for the street festival event on Joseph Street, Lidcombe.

The event will commence from 6:00PM and finishing at 10:00PM on Friday, 9 February 2024. The road closure is required on Joseph Street between Railway Street and Bridge Street, from 7:00AM, Friday, 9 February 2024 to 1:00AM, Saturday, 10 March 2024 to facilitate event patrons to assemble and evacuate the area safely.

The event is classified as a Class 3 event in accordance with the Special Event Guidelines.

The map below shows the street network around Joseph Street in this area.

The attached Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS) shows the signage and the road section to be closed.

The TGS and Traffic Management Plan (TMP) will be submitted to Transport for NSW for approval.

COnsultation

Council’s Event team will carry out the following notification activities, subject to Traffic Committee endorsement of the temporary road closure:

· Council media release.

· Letter box notifications are sent to local residents and businesses in the area.

· Council’s traffic contractor will have VMS boards present.

Attachments

1. Traffic Guidance Scheme

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-201

MERRYLANDS ROAD, MERRYLANDS - TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FOR ‘NOWRUZ’ PERSIAN NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Granville

Police Area Command (PAC): Cumberland

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received an application from Council’s Events Section requesting the closure of Merrylands Road, Merrylands between Treves Street and Miller Street to facilitate 2024 Nowruz Celebrations.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that the temporary road closure of Merrylands Road between Treves Street and Miller Street be approved in accordance with the attached traffic guidance scheme between the hours of 7:00AM, Saturday, 23 March 2024 and 2:00AM, Sunday, 24 March 2024 subject to:

1. All affected businesses and emergency stakeholders being notified of the closure.

2. Complying with the notification requirements of the Roads Act 1993, i.e., placing public notices in a newspaper and erecting notices on the road.

3. Approval of a Traffic Management Plan by Transport Management Centre.

Report

Following inaugural celebration by Cumberland City Council of ‘Nowruz’, the Persian New Year at The Granville Centre in 2023, the event will move to Merrylands in 2024. The new location has been selected to deliver the event with the inclusion of the new public space Merrylands Civic Square.

The closure of Merrylands Road between Treves Street and Miller Street for this event aims to provide additional event celebration space and crucially to provide opportunities for local town centre businesses to achieve maximum benefit from the event by being located in or close to the event site. This local business engagement outcome is linked to funding being received by NSW Government so is crucial to the event delivery.

The road closure will be on Merrylands Road between Treves Street and Miller Street, from 7:00AM, Saturday, 23 March 2024 to 2:00AM, Sunday, 24 March 2024.

The event is classified as Class 3 in accordance with the Special Event Guidelines.

The map below shows the street network around Merrylands Road in this area.

The attached Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS) shows the signage and the road section to be closed.

The TGS and Traffic Management Plan (TMP) will be forwarded to Transport for NSW for approval.

COnsultation

Council’s Event team will carry out the following notification activities, subject to Traffic Committee endorsement of the temporary road closure:

· Council media release.

· Letter box notifications are sent to local residents and businesses in the area.

· Council’s traffic contractor will have VMS boards present.

Attachments

1. Nowruz Event - Traffic Guidance Scheme

Traffic Committee

1 November 2023

Item No: CTC-23-202

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES IN THE AUBURN CBD FOR RAMADAN FOOD FESTIVAL 2024

Directorate: Environment and Planning

Responsible Officer: Executive Manager Development and Building

Electorate: Auburn

Police Area Command (PAC): Auburn

Agenda Part Part 2

Note: Recommendation to Council

Summary

Council has received an application from Council’s Events Section requesting the closure of selected roads in the Auburn CBD to facilitate ‘Ramadan Street Festival 2024’.

This report outlines the outcome of the investigation into this matter.

Recommendation

The Cumberland Traffic Committee recommends that the temporary closure of Auburn Road between Queen Street and Beatrice Street and the eastern section of Mary Street, between Harrow Road and Auburn Road, Auburn on 3 days and two nights within the period between 5:00 AM on Friday 15 March 2024 and 5:00 AM on Monday 18 March 2024 be approved subject to:

1. All affected businesses and emergency stakeholders being notified of the closure.

2. Complying with the notification requirements of the Roads Act 1993, i.e., placing public notices in a newspaper and erecting notices on the road.

3. Approval of a Traffic Management Plan by Transport Management Centre.

4. Temporary bus routes and bus zones replacing the existing bus zones in the closed area be provided in consultation with the bus operator.

Report

Council proposes to hold the annual ‘Ramadan Street Festival’ in the Auburn CBD in March 2024.

‘Ramadan Street Festival 2024’ provides free access to cultural event celebrating the local community. Council is committed to delivering the event to focus interest on the local area, while keeping a community spirit and attracting visitors from the Sydney metropolitan area.

The event will involve street stalls with food and merchandise.

Council is planning to deliver a one-night street food festival in Auburn, consistent with recent Ramadan festival operations in 2022 and 2023. This event being an annual event, no issues were encountered during the event held previous years.

In response to a request from the Council's Events Committee, Council Officers are investigating the feasibility of extending the event to a two-night event. Consequently, the Council Events team is seeking approval for an extended road closure period to ensure that the necessary permissions are in place to accommodate any potential variations that may arise between now and the event scheduled for March 2024.

The exact date and duration of the closure will be determined through consultation with the community and affected businesses, and this information is currently pending. If the duration is extended, the road is proposed to be closed from 5:00 AM on the first day of the event and reopen at 5:00 AM on the third day of the event.

The Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS) are attached. Transport for NSW will be forwarded the Traffic Management Plan with the updated details for approval.

Road Closures:

The road closure from morning will prevent any parking within the event area and also provide time for event officers to set up stalls and other furniture required for the event. The closure is as follows:

· Auburn Road between Queen Street and Beatrice Street

· Eastern section of Mary Street, between Harrow Road and Auburn Road

The map below shows the road closures in yellow/

COnsultation

Council’s Event team will carry out the following notification activities, subject to Traffic Committee endorsement of the temporary road closure:

· Council media release.

· Letter box notifications are sent to local residents and businesses in the area.

· Council’s traffic contractor will have VMS boards present.

Attachments

1. Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS) – Ramadan Food Festival 2024 - Part 1

2. Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS) – Ramadan Food Festival 2024 - Part 2