The Panel refused consent for Development Application Number D/2023/199 for the reasons outlined below.

Reasons for Decision

The application was refused for the following reasons:

Floor Space Ratio

(A)      The proposed floor space ratio exceeds the maximum floor space ratio (FSR) for the site contrary to Sydney Local Environmental Plan (SLEP) 2012 clause 4.4 Floor space ratio. The applicant's clause 4.6 written request is factually inaccurate given the request has been prepared on the basis that the assumed extent of variation is 1.08:1. This is incorrect as the extent of variation is 1.14:1. The applicant's written request to justify the contravention of the FSR development standard is therefore flawed and cannot be relied upon.

(B)      The applicant has failed to demonstrate that compliance with the standard is unreasonable or unnecessary in the circumstances of the case and that there are sufficient environmental planning grounds to justify contravening the development standard.

Design Excellence and Amenity

(C)      The proposal provides poor residential amenity in terms of an inadequately sized communal kitchen, poor amenity of the indoor communal facilities, inadequate solar access to the indoor and outdoor communal facilities and poor amenity of the outdoor communal open space.  As such, the proposal does not achieve design excellence under the provisions of SLEP 2012 clause 6.21C in regard to the matters at subclauses (2)(a), (2)(d)(v), (vii) and (xiii). Development consent cannot be granted to development that does not achieve design excellence under the provisions of Clause 6.21C(1).

(D)      The proposal is contrary to the amenity provisions of the Sydney Development Control Plan (SDCP) 2012 Section 4.4.1 relating to Boarding houses and student accommodation as it does not provide an acceptable level of amenity and accommodation to meet the needs of residents and owners.

(E)      The proposal is contrary to the aims of the SLEP 2012, specifically Clause 1.2(h) which aims to enhance the amenity and quality of life of local communities.

(F)      In the absence of providing adequate residential amenity, the proposal is inconsistent with the objectives of the E1 Local Centre zone which seek to provide uses that serve the needs of people who live in the area.

Inadequate Information

(G)      Insufficient information has been provided in the form of a Plan of Management which is required as per Section 4.4.1.7 of the SDCP 2012.

(H)      The applicant has not demonstrated that sufficient waste facilities will be provided for occupants and that waste can be appropriately managed which is contrary to Section 3.14 of the SDCP 2012 relating to waste management.

Public Interest

(I)        For the reasons set out above, the application is not in the public interest, contrary to the requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 section 4.15 Evaluation.

Carried unanimously.

D/2023/199

The Panel received and noted the subject report.

Carried unanimously.

 X019228

 

 

Pursuant to Section 4.16(3) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, the Panel granted a deferred commencement consent to Development Application Number D/2022/1021 subject to the conditions set out in Attachment A to the subject report, subject to the following amendments (additions shown in bold italics, deletions shown in strikethrough):

(18)    SITE AUDIT STATEMENT

Prior to the issue of a construction certificate associated with the built form of the development (excluding building work directly related to remediation and any construction certificate associated with demolition or site preparation), a Section A Site Audit Statement must be obtained from a NSW Environment Protection Authority accredited Site Auditor and submitted to the Council's Area Planning Manager at email address:-

hbapplications@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

The Site Audit Statement must confirm that the site has been remediated in accordance with the approved Remedial Action Plan and clearly state that site is suitable for the proposed use.

(a)     In circumstances where the Site Audit Statement is subject to conditions that require ongoing review by the Auditor or Council, these must be reviewed and must be approved by the Council's Health and Building Unit in writing through the Area Planning Manager before the Site Audit Statement is issued.

(b)     In circumstances where the Site Audit Statement conditions (if applicable) are not consistent with the consent, the development must not proceed until the inconsistency has been resolved to the satisfaction of Council (such as via a S4.55 modification of the consent pursuant to the provisions of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979).

(c)     No Occupation Certificate is to be issued by the Principal Certifier unless a Site Audit Statement has been submitted to and approved by Council in accordance with this condition.

Reason

To ensure that the site is appropriately remediated.

(19)    REVISED REMEDIATION ACTION PLAN

Prior to the issue of any Construction Certificate associated with the built form of the development (excluding building work directly related to remediation and any construction certificate associated with demolition or site preparation) any variations to the approved Remediation Action Plan (RAP) must be submitted to Council and approved by the NSW EPA Site Auditor and Councils Area Planning Manager.

Reason

To ensure that the site is appropriately remediated.

(42)    LAND REMEDIATION (Where Site Auditor engaged)

The site is to be remediated and validated in accordance with the Remedial Action Plan (RAP) prepared by EIA Australia dated 21st July 2023, referenced: E25501.E06, Council Ref: 2023/108600, and any subsequent RAP following the additional investigations required in the RAP, and the Letter of Interim Advice prepared by NSW Environment Protection Authority accredited Site Auditor Julie Evans dated 4th August 2023, referenced: E070, Council Ref: 2023/108600­21. All remediation work carried out shall be conducted in accordance with the guidelines in force from time to time under the Contaminated Land Management Act 1997.

Any new information which comes to light during remediation, demolition or construction works which has the potential to alter previous conclusions about site contamination must be immediately notified to the Council's Area Planning Manager, the Site Auditor and the Principal Certifier.

Any variations to the approved Remediation Action Plan must be approved in writing by the Site Auditor and Council's Area Coordinator Planning Assessments / Area Planning Manager prior to the commencement of such work.

Reason

To ensure that the site is appropriately remediated.

(43)    NOTIFICATION – NEW CONTAMINATION EVIDENCE

Council’s Area Planning Manager and the Principal Certifier must be notified of any new information which comes to light during remediation, demolition or construction works which has the potential to alter previous conclusions about site contamination.

Reason

To ensure that the site is appropriately remediated.

Reasons for Decision

The application was approved for the following reasons:

(A)      The proposal complies with the relevant controls of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012 and Sydney Development Control Plan 2012.

(B)      The proposal represents appropriate development for the site.

(C)      Subject to conditions, the proposal satisfies design excellence provisions.

(D)      A public benefit offer has been made and satisfies 6.14 of the Sydney LEP relating to the provision of community infrastructure within Green Square. This is subject to deferred commencement to execute the associated Voluntary Planning Agreement.

(E)      Conditions 18 and 19 were amended to allow greater flexibility and clarity during the early phases of construction.

(F)      Condition 42 was amended to specify the Council Area Planning Manager.

(G)      Condition 43 was deleted to remove duplication.

Carried unanimously.

D/2022/1021

 

The Panel granted consent to Development Application No. D/2022/1343 subject to the conditions set out in Attachment A to the subject report, subject to the following amendments (additions shown in bold italics, deletions shown in strikethrough):

(3)  DESIGN MODIFICATIONS

The design of the Foster House component of the building must be modified as follows:

(a)        Privacy treatments to the Hands Lane elevation of the building are to be further incorporated into the design of the building to minimise overlooking impacts to 56-60 Foster Street and 46-54 Foster Street.

(b)     The privacy treatments proposed must be designed having regard for the need to address overlooking whilst ensuring an adequate level of amenity to the proposed development by way of providing adequate ventilation, access to daylight and outlook.

The modifications are to be submitted to and approved by Council’s Area Planning Manager prior to the issue of any Construction Certificate.

Reason

To address potential overlooking impacts of the development.

(9)        AFFORDABLE HOUSING CONTRIBUTION – RESIDUAL LAND OR CENTRAL SYDNEY – PAYMENT IN LIEU OF FLOOR SPACE CONTRIBUTION – PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION CERTIFICATE, 17-19 MARY STREET, SURRY HILLS – STAGE 3B 

(a)     In accordance with the City of Sydney Affordable Housing Program and prior to the issue of any Construction Certificate relating to stage 3B, the applicant must provide evidence that a monetary contribution towards the provision of affordable housing has been paid to the City of Sydney Council.

(b)     The contribution is $381,292.9 (indexed in accordance with (c)). This is calculated by establishing the sum of the equivalent monetary contribution $ 10,611.53 multiplied by 1% of the total floor area for non-residential development (696.7sqm) and the equivalent monetary contribution $10,611.53 multiplied by 3% of the total floor area for residential development (965.5sqm).

(c)     If the contribution is paid after the indexation period in which the consent is granted, being March 2023 to February 2024, the above contribution will be adjusted according to the Sydney LGA median strata dwelling price (‘MDP’) using the following formula.

(d)     Contribution payable at Time of Payment = C x MDP2 / MDP1, where:

(i)      C is the original total contribution amount payable to the City of Sydney as shown above;

(ii)      MDP2 is the Median Strata Dwelling Price in Sydney LGA taken from the most recent NSW Government Rent and Sales Report at the time of indexation of the equivalent monetary contribution rate; and

(iii)     MDP1 is the Median Strata Dwelling Price in Sydney LGA taken from the NSW Government Rent and Sales Report used to establish the current equivalent monetary contribution rate, being 1 March 2023 to 29 February 2024.

Contact Council’s Planning Assessment Unit at    planningsystemsadmin@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au for written confirmation of the amount payable, with indexation as necessary, prior to payment.

Reason

To ensure development contributions are paid to contribute to the provision of essential affordable rental housing infrastructure.

(10)     SECTION 7.12 CONTRIBUTIONS PAYABLE – SUBMITTED AND VERIFIED PRIOR TO ISSUE OF CONSTRUCTION CERTIFICATE, 17-19 MARY STREET, SURRY HILLS – STAGE 3B

A monetary contribution is payable to the City of Sydney pursuant to Section 7.12 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and the Central Sydney Development Contributions Plan 2020.

The Section 7.12 levy is determined by the development cost, as per the following table:

Development cost * * Refer to Section 2.3 of the Central Sydney Development Contributions Plan 2020 for information on determining the development cost.	Levy
Up to and including $250,000	NIL
More than $250,000, up to and including $500,000	1%
More than $500,000, up to and including $1,000,000	2%
More than $1,000,000	3%

 

The Section 7.12 levy is payable to the City of Sydney in accordance with the following:

(a)     Prior to any Construction Certificate relating to stage 3B being issued, evidence must be provided of Council’s written verification of the amount of the contribution as required in (b) below, and that the levy has been paid to the Council in accordance with this condition. Payment may be by EFTPOS (debit card only), CASH or a BANK CHEQUE made payable to the City of Sydney. Direct debit, personal or company cheques will not be accepted.

(b)     The contribution must not be paid to the City of Sydney until it is accompanied by separate written verification by the City of Sydney of the specific amount payable. In order to obtain such verification, one of the following must be submitted:

(i)      For development between $250,000 and $3,000,000 – the City of Sydney Cost Summary Report must be completed by a suitably qualified person such as the Project Architect or Project Manager and submitted to the City of Sydney together with the copies of the plans the subject of the application for the Construction Certificate. An electronic copy of the Cost Summary Report is available from the City’s website at www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au; or

(ii)      For development more than $3,000,000 – The City of Sydney Registered Quantity Surveyor’s Detailed Cost Report must be completed by a Quantity Surveyor registered with the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors or a person who can demonstrate an equivalent qualification and submitted to the City of Sydney together with the copies of the plans the subject of the application for the Construction Certificate. An electronic copy of the Registered Quantity Surveyor’s Detailed Cost Report is available from the City’s website at www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au.

(c)     The Council will consider the documentation submitted under subclause (b) and determine the cost of the proposed development having regard to the information submitted and to such other matters as it considers appropriate and will notify the Registered Certifier accordingly.

(d)     The development cost is to be determined in accordance with Section 2.3 of the Central Sydney Development Contributions Plan 2020, located in the version in force at the date of the grant of this consent.

Please contact Council's Planning Administration staff at Planningsystemsadmin@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au to request a written Statement of Contributions Owing, prior to payment.

Reason

To ensure development contributions are paid to address the increased demand for public facilities, amenities, and services in Central Sydney by a growing residential and workforce population.

(40)     BICYCLE PARKING AND END OF TRIP FACILITIES

(a)     The minimum number of bicycle parking spaces and end of trip facilities to be provided within the site boundary for the development must comply with the table below.

Bicycle Parking Type	Number	Requirements
Residential	50 for 5-15 Mary Street 10 for 17-19 Mary Street	Spaces must be 50/50 class 1 and 2 bicycle locker Spaces must be a class 1 bicycle locker
Residential visitor	1 for 17-19 Mary Street	Spaces must be Class 3 bicycle rails
Retail / Commercial staff	3 for 5-15 Mary Street 4 for 17-19 Mary Street	Spaces must be Class 2 bicycle facilities
Non-residential visitor	1 for 5-15 Mary Street 1 for 17-19 Mary Street	Spaces must be Class 3 bicycle rails
End of Trip Facility Type	Number
Showers with change area	1 for 5-15 Mary Street 1 for 17-19 Mary Street
Personal lockers	3 for 5-15 Mary Street 5 for 17-19 Mary Street

 

(b)     The layout, design and security of bicycle facilities must comply with the minimum requirements of Australian Standard AS 2890.3 Parking Facilities Part 3: Bicycle Parking Facilities. The details must be submitted to and approved by the Registered Certifier confirming prior to and form part of the relevant Construction Certificate being issued.

Reason

To ensure the allocation of bicycle parking onsite that is in accordance with Australian Standards and the Council’s DCP.

(55)     PUBLIC DOMAIN LIGHTING UPGRADE

Prior to issue of the Stage 3a and 3b Construction Certificate, a concept Public Domain Lighting Upgrade Plan for pedestrian and street lighting in the public domain must be submitted to and approved by City’s Public Domain Unit.  The Lighting Plan must be prepared in accordance with the Sydney Streets Technical Specifications A5 and B8, Sydney Lights Design Code and Public Domain Manual.  This information is available for download from the City’s website at

https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/development/public-domain-works/da-associated-works.

The lighting upgrade plan must cover all adjacent street frontages, being Mary Street and Hands Lane and shall be designed to include the following requirements:

Mary Street (in front of development site to Reservoir Street)

1.     Provide lighting design complying with requirements of AS1158 under Category PR3 on the roadway and footways.

2.     Supply and install City standard steel poles and LED luminaires.  

3.     Propose glareshields to prevent glare in residential properties.

Hands Lane (along development site)

1.     Provide lighting design complying with requirements of AS1158 Category PR3.

2.     Decommission existing City wall mount lights on the property. 

3.     Supply and install new City standard LED wall mount lights. Installation must be accessible for maintenance and upgrade by City-authorised technicians and contractors along the entire length. All cabling must be installed on the building surface within galvanised steel conduits, MMS cabling or similar approved method. Establish an access easement in favour of the City for ongoing maintenance and upgrade of wall mounted City lighting, if applicable. 

4.     Supply and install a new 3­Phase City MSB. 

5.     Propose glareshields to prevent glare in residential properties.

6.     Decommission Ausgrid’s redundant PUMS supplies that currently feed the wall mount lights on Blackburn Street and Hands Lane. 

7.     New City wall mount lights along Hands Lane and existing wall mount lights in Blackburn Street (across Foster Street) must be fed from the new City MSB.

8.     Provide temporary lighting complying with City public domain lighting specifications prior to removal of existing public lights. 

Advice on site specific lighting requirements must be obtained from City’s Public Domain Unit before proceeding with the preparation of any final lighting design proposals.

Reason

To ensure pedestrian and street lighting in the public domain complies with Council’s requirements.

(124)  HOURS OF USE – COMMON ROOF TERRACE

The common roof terrace  for 5-15 Mary Street (Foster House) and 17-19 Mary Street (Mixed Use Site) is restricted to between 7am and 10pm Monday to Sunday.

Reason

To achieve appropriate residential amenity outcomes.

(125)  PLAN OF MANAGEMENT – FOSTER HOUSE

(a)        The Plan of Management is to be amended to address how the premises will manage the following:

(i)          loitering around the site;

(ii)         residents smoking around the site; and

(iii)       noise from balconies.

The amended Plan of Management is to be submitted to and approved by Council’s Area Planning Manager prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate for Stage 3B.

(b)        The use of Foster House must always be operated / managed in accordance with the Plan of Management approved under (a) above, prepared by The Salvation Army signed and dated 15 December 2022 that has been approved by Council. In the event of any inconsistency, the conditions of this consent will prevail over the Plan of Management.

Reason

To ensure all parties are aware of the approved supporting documentation that applies to the development.

Reasons for Decision

The application was approved for the following reasons:

(A)       The proposal satisfies the objectives of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, in that, subject to the imposition of conditions as recommended, it achieves the objectives of the planning controls for the site for the reasons outlines in the report to the Local Planning Panel.

(B)       The proposal generally satisfied the objectives and provisions of Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012 and Sydney Development Control Plan 2012.

(C)       The proposal is consistent with the objectives of the MU1 - Mixed Use zone.

(D)       The proposed development appropriately responds to the site and its context, with a building that is appropriate in terms of its height, floor space and environmental impact, and achieves design excellence.

(E)       Subject to the recommended conditions of consent, the proposed development achieves acceptable amenity for the existing and future occupants of the subject site and adjoining sites.

(F)       The proposed land uses are permissible within the zone and will support the vitality of the area. Subject to the recommended conditions of consent, the proposed land uses will positively contribute to the amenity of the locality and will not result in adverse impacts.

(G)      The public interest is served by the approval of the development, as amendments to the application have generally addressed the concerns of Council staff and the community, and the recommended conditions of consent will mitigate any environmental impacts that could potentially arise from the construction and operation of the proposed development.

(H)       Condition 3 was added to address privacy concerns.

(I)         Conditions 9 and 10 were amended to clarify that the contributions apply only to the 17-19 Mary Street component of the development and are to be paid prior to the release of a construction certificate for Stage 3B relating to the 17-19 Mary Street component of the development.

(J)        Condition 40 was amended having regard to the generally short stay nature of the residential use of the Foster House component of the development.

(K)       Condition 55 was amended to remove the areas that are not directly adjacent to the site.

(L)        Condition 124 was amended to include 17-19 Mary Street.

(M)      Condition 125 was amended to address potential impacts to the surrounding locality.

Carried unanimously.

D/2022/1343

 

The Panel refused consent for Development Application Number D/2023/132 for the reasons outlined below.

Reasons for Decision

The application was refused for the following reasons:

Floor Space Ratio

(A)       The proposed floor space ratio exceeds the maximum floor space ratio (FSR) for the site contrary to Sydney Local Environmental Plan (SLEP) 2012 clause 4.4 Floor space ratio. The applicant's clause 4.6 written request is factually inaccurate given the request has been prepared on the basis that the assumed extent of variation is 1.08:1. This is incorrect as the extent of variation is 1.14:1. The applicant's written request to justify the contravention of the FSR development standard is therefore flawed and cannot be relied upon.

(B)       The applicant has failed to demonstrate that compliance with the standard is unreasonable or unnecessary in the circumstances of the case and that there are sufficient environmental planning grounds to justify contravening the development standard.

Design Excellence and Amenity

(C)       The proposal provides poor residential amenity in terms of an inadequately sized communal kitchen, poor amenity of the indoor communal facilities, inadequate solar access to the indoor and outdoor communal facilities and poor amenity of the outdoor communal open space.  As such, the proposal does not achieve design excellence under the provisions of SLEP 2012 clause 6.21C in regard to the matters at subclauses (2)(a), (2)(d)(v), (vii) and (xiii). Development consent cannot be granted to development that does not achieve design excellence under the provisions of Clause 6.21C(1).

(D)       The proposal is contrary to the amenity provisions of the Sydney Development Control Plan (SDCP) 2012 Section 4.4.1 relating to Boarding houses and student accommodation as it does not provide an acceptable level of amenity and accommodation to meet the needs of residents and owners.

(E)       The proposal is contrary to the aims of the SLEP 2012, specifically Clause 1.2(h) which aims to enhance the amenity and quality of life of local communities.

(F)       In the absence of providing adequate residential amenity, the proposal is inconsistent with the objectives of the E1 Local Centre zone which seek to provide uses that serve the needs of people who live in the area.

Canopy Cover

(G)      The proposal does not provide appropriate tree canopy cover and is contrary to Section 3.5 of the SDCP 2012 relating to urban ecology.

Inadequate Information

(H)       Insufficient information has been provided in the form of a Plan of Management which is required as per Section 4.4.1.7 of the SDCP 2012.

(I)         The applicant has not demonstrated that sufficient waste facilities will be provided for occupants and that waste can be appropriately managed which is contrary to Section 3.14 of the SDCP 2012 relating to waste management.

Public Interest

(J)        For the reasons set out above, the application is not in the public interest, contrary to the requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 section 4.15 Evaluation.

Carried unanimously.

D/2023/132

By Councillor Ellsmore

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         the NSW Government has plans underway to redevelop a large number of public housing estates in the City of Sydney Local Government Area, including 82 Wentworth Park Rd Glebe, the Waterloo Estate (South) and Explorer Street South Eveleigh;

(ii)        public housing tenants in NSW have few if any rights in relation to plans to redevelop the homes they live in. Public housing tenants do not have rights enshrined in legislation or policy that enable them, for example, to determine how their homes or their estate should be upgraded or redeveloped, control over when or where they will be relocated during development, or that provide a right to return once a development has been completed; and

(iii)       there are few documents which guide good practice about how and when public housing tenants can or should be involved or have a say over the development of their homes. One example is the ‘Compact for Renewal’ developed with public housing tenants, Shelter NSW, Tenants’ Union of NSW and the City futures Research Centre UNSW, which includes principles such that tenants should be respected;

(B)       Council further note that:

(i)         in London, the London Assembly and the Mayor of London have established strong requirements to ensure public housing tenants have a real say and control over how public housing estates are upgraded or redeveloped; and

(ii)        in London, council planning documents such as ‘Better Homes for Local People: the Mayor’s Good Practice Guide to Estate Regeneration (2018)’ require a ballot or referendum of public tenants to be undertaken to approve plans to redevelop their estates. Refurbishment rather than demolition is prioritised, and tenants have a right of return to their original homes once they have been upgraded. Proposals must prioritise increasing affordable (public) housing floor space, and improve sustainability; and

(C)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         provide advice to Council about opportunities to create obligations through Council documents, including planning documents, which promote and/or protect public housing tenant’s voices and rights in relation to renovation or development of public housing estates they live in; and

(ii)        otherwise provide advice to Council as to what documents or guidelines Council could amend or create to support public housing tenants’ voices and rights in relation to redevelopment of public housing.

Note – at the meeting of Council, the content of the original Notice of Motion was varied by Councillor Ellsmore. Subsequently, it was –

Moved by Councillor Ellsmore, seconded by Councillor Chan –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         the NSW Government has plans underway to redevelop a large number of public housing estates in the City of Sydney Local Government Area, including 82 Wentworth Park Rd Glebe, the Waterloo Estate (South) and Explorer Street South Eveleigh;

(ii)        public housing tenants in NSW have few if any rights in relation to plans to redevelop the homes they live in. Public housing tenants do not have rights enshrined in legislation or policy that enable them, for example, to determine how their homes or their estate should be upgraded or redeveloped, control over when or where they will be relocated during development, or that provide a right to return once a development has been completed; and

(iii)       there are few documents which guide good practice about how and when public housing tenants can or should be involved or have a say over the development of their homes. One example is the ‘Compact for Renewal’ developed with public housing tenants, Shelter NSW, Tenants’ Union of NSW and the City futures Research Centre UNSW, which includes principles such that tenants should be respected;

(B)       Council further note that:

(i)         in London, the London Assembly and the Mayor of London have established strong requirements to ensure public housing tenants have a real say and control over how public housing estates are upgraded or redeveloped;

(ii)        in London, council planning documents such as ‘Better Homes for Local People: the Mayor’s Good Practice Guide to Estate Regeneration (2018)’ require a ballot or referendum of public tenants to be undertaken to approve plans to redevelop their estates. Refurbishment rather than demolition is prioritised, and tenants have a right of return to their original homes once they have been upgraded. Proposals must prioritise increasing affordable (public) housing floor space, and improve sustainability; and

(iii)       Council Boroughs in London own public housing giving them considerable control. However, in NSW, councils, including the City of Sydney, do not control public housing or have any legislated powers in relation to tenant rights;

(C)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         provide advice to Council about opportunities to create obligations through Council documents, including planning documents, which promote and/or protect public housing tenant’s voices and rights in relation to renovation or development of public housing estates they live in; and

(ii)        otherwise provide advice to Council as to what documents or guidelines Council could amend or create to support public housing tenants’ voices and rights in relation to redevelopment of public housing; and

(D)       the Lord Mayor be requested to write to the Minister for Housing and the Minister for Planning and Public Spaces calling on the NSW Government to:

(i)         consider international models for managing Social Housing redevelopment projects;

(ii)        mandate a genuine right of return for all residents in Social Housing redevelopment projects; and

(iii)       implement requirements to promote the rights of and engagement with Social Housing residents in the redevelopment of their homes.

Carried unanimously.

X086659

Procedural Motion

At approximately 8.00pm, it was moved by Councillor Ellsmore, seconded by Councillor Scott –

That the Order of Business be altered such that Item 15.6 be brought forward and addressed before Item 15.5, for the convenience of the public present.

Carried unanimously.

By Councillor Scott

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         East Sydney’s statue of Joy was the world’s first statue of a sex worker, acting as a tribute to our City’s working women and the history of East Sydney;

(ii)        NSW was the world’s first jurisdiction to decriminalise sex work, under former NSW Labor Premier Bob Carr, allowing for stronger health and safety outcomes for professionals in the sex work industry and protecting against illegal sex trafficking;

(iii)       the former South Sydney Council led reforms and regulations to ensure planning compliance for sex work premises, leading the world in creating safer, legal working environments for sex workers;

(iv)       the statue of Joy, sculpted by artist Loui Fraser, was located on the corner of Stanley and Yurong Street in Darlinghurst for 18 months, from 1995;

(v)        in 2000, Joy was relocated to Macquarie University where the statue continues to reside, however, the University supports a version of the statue being reinstated in Darlinghurst; and

(vi)       artist Loui Fraser, Macquarie University, local residents, businesses and services including Vincentian House have indicated their overwhelming support to bring the statue of Joy back to Stanley and Yurong Street, with nearly 400 local residents signing a petition to support the move; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         consult the City’s local East Sydney community and Public Art Advisory Panel on the best way to reinstate the of statue of Joy to Stanley Street and Yurong Street;

(ii)        provision funding in the 2023/24 CEO Contingency Fund for a bronze reproduction of Joy and required work; and

(iii)       reinstate a bronze reproduction of the historic statue of Joy, with frame, to the corner of Stanley and Yurong Streets with a historical plaque outlining the history of these works to the City of Sydney.

Note – at the meeting of Council, the content of the original Notice of Motion was varied by Councillor Scott. Subsequently it was –

Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Ellsmore –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         East Sydney’s statue of Joy was the world’s first statue of a sex worker, acting as a tribute to our City’s working women and the history of East Sydney;

(ii)        NSW was the world’s first jurisdiction to decriminalise sex work, under former NSW Labor Premier Bob Carr, allowing for stronger health and safety outcomes for professionals in the sex work industry and protecting against illegal sex trafficking;

(iii)       the former South Sydney Council led reforms and regulations to ensure planning compliance for sex work premises, leading the world in creating safer, legal working environments for sex workers;

(iv)       the statue of Joy, sculpted by artist Loui Fraser, was located on the corner of Stanley and Yurong Street in Darlinghurst for 18 months, from 1995;

(v)        in 2000, Joy was relocated to Macquarie University where the statue continues to reside, however, the University supports a version of the statue being reinstated in Darlinghurst; and

(vi)       artist Loui Fraser, Macquarie University, local residents, businesses and services including Vincentian House have indicated their overwhelming support to bring the statue of Joy back to Stanley and Yurong Street, with nearly 400 local residents signing a petition to support the move; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested, if Macquarie University does not support the reinstatement of Joy to:

(i)         consult the City’s local East Sydney community and Public Art Advisory Panel on the best way to reinstate the of statue of Joy to Stanley Street and Yurong Street;

(ii)        provision funding in the 2023/24 CEO Contingency Fund for a bronze reproduction of Joy and required work; and

(iii)       reinstate a bronze reproduction of the historic statue of Joy, with frame, to the corner of Stanley and Yurong Streets with a historical plaque outlining the history of these works to the City of Sydney.

Amendment. Moved by Councillor Worling, seconded by Councillor Kok –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         East Sydney’s statue of Joy was the world’s first statue of a sex worker, acting as a tribute to our City’s working women and the history of East Sydney; 

(ii)        NSW was the world’s first jurisdiction to decriminalise sex work, under former NSW Labor Premier Bob Carr, allowing for stronger health and safety outcomes for professionals in the sex work industry and protecting against illegal sex trafficking;

(iii)       the former South Sydney Council led reforms and regulations to ensure planning compliance for sex work premises, leading the world in creating safer, legal working environments for sex workers;

(iv)       the statue of Joy, sculpted by artist Loui Fraser, was located on the corner of Stanley and Yurong Street in Darlinghurst for 18 months, from 1995;

(v)        the proposal to install the statue was contentious, and was approved initially as a 12 month trial by one vote by former South Sydney Council the trial was extended after the statue was vandalised;

(vi)       once installed, the statue continued to be contentious and divisive, with residents, including those of a nearby retirement home, petitioning Council to remove it, while other residents supported it;

(vii)      in April 1997, Joy was relocated to Macquarie University where the statue it is now part of the permanent collection of the University’s Sculpture Park, however, the University supports a version of the statue being reinstated in Darlinghurst; and

(viii)    artist Loui Fraser, Macquarie University, local residents, businesses and services including Vincentian House have indicated their overwhelming support to bring the statue of Joy back to Stanley and Yurong Street, with nearly 400 local residents signing a petition to support the move; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to investigate acquiring the original statue of “Joy” from Macquarie University to be reinstated at the corner of Yurong and Stanley Streets, East Sydney, taking into account:

(i)         the controversy surrounding the statue during its installation between late 1995 and early 1997 and the reasons for its removal;

(ii)        the moral and other rights of the artist under the Commonwealth Copyright Act, and the City’s commitment to respecting the moral rights of artists and the need to obtain the formal agreement of the artist;

(iii)       the criteria and procedures for acquiring new artworks as set out in the City of Sydney’s Public Art Policy, Public Art Acquisition Guidelines and procurement policy;

(iv)       the condition of the statue and whether there is a risk of the statue being vandalised; and

(v)        the outcomes of broader community consultation on the proposal.

Adjournment

At this stage of the meeting, at 8.27pm, it was moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor), seconded by Councillor Kok –

That the meeting be adjourned for approximately 15 minutes.

Carried unanimously.

All Councillors were present at the resumption of the meeting of Council at 8.56pm.

Following discussion, and with the consent, Councillor Worling withdrew his amendment.

Amendment. Moved by Councillor Worling, seconded by Councillor Kok –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         East Sydney’s statue of Joy was the world’s first statue of a sex worker, acting as a tribute to our City’s working women and the history of East Sydney; 

(ii)        NSW was the world’s first jurisdiction to decriminalise sex work, under former NSW Labor Premier Bob Carr, allowing for stronger health and safety outcomes for professionals in the sex work industry and protecting against illegal sex trafficking;

(iii)       the former South Sydney Council led reforms and regulations to ensure planning compliance for sex work premises, leading the world in creating safer, legal working environments for sex workers;

(iv)       the statue of Joy, sculpted by artist Loui Fraser, was located on the corner of Stanley and Yurong Street in Darlinghurst for 18 months, from 1995;

(v)        the proposal to install the statue was contentious, and was approved initially as a 12 month trial by one vote by former South Sydney Council the trial was extended after the statue was vandalised;

(vi)       once installed, the statue continued to be contentious and divisive, with residents, including those of a nearby retirement home, petitioning Council to remove it, while other residents supported it;

(vii)      in April 1997, Joy was relocated to Macquarie University where the statue it is now part of the permanent collection of the University’s Sculpture Park, however, the University supports a version of the statue being reinstated in Darlinghurst; and

(viii)    artist Loui Fraser, Macquarie University, local residents, businesses and services including Vincentian House have indicated their overwhelming support to bring the statue of Joy back to Stanley and Yurong Street, with nearly 400 local residents signing a petition to support the move; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         investigate acquiring the original statue of “Joy” from Macquarie University to be reinstated at the corner of Yurong and Stanley Streets, East Sydney;

(ii)        consult the City’s local East Sydney community and Public Art Advisory Panel on reinstating the statue of “Joy” or a replica to Stanley Street and Yurong Street; and

(iii)       report back to Council with the outcomes of the consultation and the advice of the Public Art Advisory Panel and options to bring “Joy” or a replica back to East Sydney.

The amendment was carried on the following show of hands –

Ayes (6)     The Chair (the Lord Mayor), Councillors Chan, Davis, Gannon, Kok and Worling

Noes (4)     Councillors Ellsmore, Jarrett, Scott and Weldon.

Amendment carried.

The amended motion was carried unanimously.

X086655

Minute by the Lord Mayor

To Council:

When parkland at Moore Park was allocated for a nine-hole golf course back in 1913 and later extended to 18 holes in 1922, the surrounding land uses were predominantly industrial.

It has been the policy of successive State Governments since 1995 to convert the former South Sydney industrial area into the Green Square Urban Renewal area, and by 2040, up to 80,000 more people will be living in the area within two kilometres of Moore Park.

The City is creating 40 parks and playgrounds as part of Green Square Urban Renewal, but small parks don’t provide the same opportunity for people living in high-density apartments to stride out, de-stress, renew or commune with nature.

For generations, much of the land originally set aside for parkland at Moore Park has been alienated for other purposes. Large areas have been dedicated to professional sporting codes. This is in addition to sports and athletic fields, tennis courts, outdoor fitness areas, a cricket centre and pitches and the 18-hole golf course. Parkland was also lost to the Eastern Distributor and the Supacentre and there has been ongoing alienation from car parking on parkland.

The City of Sydney’s strategic plan Sustainable Sydney 2030-2050 Continuing the Vision includes The Green City project idea of unlocking existing Crown Land at Moore Park for wider public use.

In built-up inner-city areas where land is expensive, is an 18-hole golf course the best use of precious public parkland? The question is fundamentally one of equity and putting public land to its best use in the community interest.

The City’s proposal to convert the existing 18-hole Moore Park Golf Course to a nine-hole facility retains the popular driving range, club house, and maintenance depot and requires minimal reconfiguration of the fairway and greens.

When we asked the community what they thought of our proposal in 2020, unsurprisingly, people living immediately to the west of the course in areas like Redfern, Waterloo and Zetland were overwhelming supportive of reconfiguring the course to create public parkland.

Golfers, especially from the eastern suburbs, opposed the change despite that there are 12 other courses within 10km of Moore Park and that the proposal retains nine-holes and the popular driving range.

On 22 October 2023, following the City’s advocacy supported by Business Sydney and former Premier of NSW, Bob Carr, the NSW Premier Chris Minns announced plans to convert up to 20 hectares of the Moore Park Golf Course into publicly accessible parkland when the current operating agreement expires in 2026.

I thank and congratulate the Premier for accepting the City’s fair proposal. It is important for growing, densely populated communities to have access to parkland.

The NSW Government will conduct public consultation and release a discussion paper to guide that consultation, including with the current operator of Moore Park Golf Course on the future of the remaining holes and the operation of the clubhouse and driving range.

It is imperative that the City of Sydney encourages local residents to get involved in this consultation and have their say on the future of this public parkland.

Recommendation

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council commend the NSW Government's announcement on 22 October 2023 that it will convert up to 20 hectares of the Moore Park Golf Course into publicly accessible parkland when the current operating agreement expires in 2026; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         communicate the successful outcome of the City's advocacy to convert up to 20 hectares of the Moore Park Golf Course to accessible public parkland and encourage the community to participate in the NSW Government's public consultation process on the future of this important parkland; and

(ii)        make a submission to the NSW Government in response to the Discussion Paper and participate in any other consultative process in relation to the parkland conversion.

COUNCILLOR CLOVER MOORE AO

Lord Mayor

Moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor) –

That the Minute by the Lord Mayor be endorsed and adopted.

Amendment. Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Ellsmore –

That the Minute be amended such that clause (B)(i) read as follows -

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         encourage the community to participate in the NSW Government's public consultation process on the future of this important parkland;

The amendment was lost on the following show of hands –

Ayes (1)           Councillor Scott

Noes (9)          the Chair (the Lord Mayor), Councillors Chan, Davis, Ellsmore, Gannon, Jarrett, Kok, Weldon* and Worling

The amendment was lost.

*Note – Councillor Weldon abstained from voting on this matter. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 10.4 of the Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor Weldon is taken to have voted against the motion.

The substantive motion was carried on the following show of hands –

Ayes (7)          the Chair (the Lord Mayor), Councillors Chan, Davis, Ellsmore, Kok, Scott and Worling

Noes (3)          Councillors Gannon, Jarrett and Weldon.

Substantive motion carried.

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Minute by the Lord Mayor

To Council:

Since the redevelopment of the Waterloo Estate was finally announced by the former NSW Government in 2015, residents of Waterloo have endured years of uncertainty. Many in the community are fatigued by consultation, confused by the iterations of masterplans and planning decisions. Community need certainty about the project to feel secure about their future.

Over the past seven years, the City has worked with the community to improve the plans including to achieve more Social and Affordable Housing on the Waterloo Estate. We also urged the Department of Planning and Environment (the Department) to ensure a Human Services Plan as well as a Social Impact Assessment and Management Plan are developed and implemented alongside the planning process.

In August 2023, the NSW Premier and Minister for Housing announced their commitment to provide 50 per cent of the housing at Waterloo South as Social and Affordable Housing (with a minimum 15 per cent of this housing dedicated to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples). This comes after years of our steadfast advocacy.

Residents were recently told they will begin to receive formal relocation letters from mid-2024. This announcement brings heightened anxiety for many in the community, particularly about how their relocations will be managed.

The Land and Housing Corporation (LAHC) has committed to providing residents with six months’ written notice of their relocation, up to two offers of housing and they will have the right to return to Waterloo South.

Support for residents

In the lead up to, during and after relocations, residents will need access to various forms of support. The NSW Government has committed to bringing LAHC, the Aboriginal Housing Office and the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) under one agency called Homes NSW in February 2024.

DCJ, NSW Health and GroundSwell Redfern Waterloo have developed the Waterloo Human Services Action Plan and LAHC has separately developed an overarching People and Place Guiding Framework that proposes to develop a Human Services Plan and a relocations plan.

The NSW Government must holistically assess the needs of the Waterloo community, now and in the future and provide ongoing services (such as health, social, legal and cultural services) that respond to and support vulnerable residents and promote a harmonious community.

The NSW Government must also listen to and work with the community to implement the Waterloo Human Services Action Plan. In 2017, Shelter NSW, Tenants’ Union of NSW and UNSW undertook research with Social Housing residents to understand the human impact of government redevelopment projects. They reported back with guiding principles for governments to follow to support residents through redevelopment projects. These principles must be incorporated into a comprehensive Waterloo-specific relocations policy due to the scale and impact of this project.

City of Sydney support

The City has a history of funding local organisations to support residents in NSW Government redevelopment projects. For example, we have supported community organisations by:

·            Funding Redfern Legal Centre to provide tenancy support and legal advice to Millers Point residents.

·            Funding Counterpoint Community Services to support Waterloo residents through the redevelopment process.

·            Funding Redfern Legal Centre to provide tenancy support and legal services for residents impacted by current and future NSW Government redevelopment projects.

·            Supporting the Redfern Waterloo Aboriginal Affordable Housing Alliance to build the capacity of Aboriginal community-controlled organisations and community advocate for increased provision of Social and Affordable Housing.

Community development and capacity building will ensure residents are prepared for the relocation process, know what to expect and have access to resources to support self-advocacy. Individual legal case management may be required to help them understand their options, rights and how to respond. Culturally appropriate community support is also a priority, which should be managed by an Aboriginal Community Controlled organisation.

The City’s grants programs could again help Waterloo South residents through local community organisations, for example through our Community Services Grants Program and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Collaboration Fund.

As part of the City’s consultation for Sustainable Sydney 2030-2050 - Continuing the Vision, the community told us they want a place where everyone feels welcome, where everyone has a home, a place people can afford to live in if they choose and that Social, Affordable and supported housing is available for those who need it.

The City of Sydney is committed to supporting the Waterloo Estate community and local organisations through the relocations process.

Recommendation

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note the Land and Housing Corporation’s relocations process for Waterloo South residents will commence in mid-2024;

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         consult with local community organisations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations in the Waterloo area about what support residents will require during relocations and advise them about the City’s available grant programs; and

(ii)        report back to Council (if required); and

(C)       the Lord Mayor be requested to write to the Minister for Housing calling on the NSW Government to:

(i)         develop a Waterloo-specific relocations policy;

(ii)        adequately resource ongoing support services for Waterloo Estate residents as part of the NSW Government’s redevelopment;

(iii)       listen to and work with the whole Waterloo Estate community to finalise and implement the Human Services Plan in the lead up to, during and after the redevelopment;

(iv)       confirm when Homes NSW will be created and how it will address the social impact of relocations as well as how the current Waterloo Human Services Action Plan will link to the Human Services Plan being developed under LAHC's People and Place Framework; and

(v)        work with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations to ensure that the 15 per cent of housing allocated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander households is culturally appropriate with mix of studio, one, two, three and four bedroom apartments.

Councillor Clover Moore AO

Lord Mayor

Note – at the meeting of Council, the content of the original Minute was varied by the Lord Mayor. Subsequently, it was –

Moved by the Lord Mayor –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note the Land and Housing Corporation’s relocations process for Waterloo South residents will commence in mid-2024;

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         consult with local community organisations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations in the Waterloo area about what support residents will require during relocations and advise them about the City’s available grant programs; and

(ii)        report back to Council (if required); and

(C)       the Lord Mayor be requested to write to the Minister for Housing calling on the NSW Government to:

(i)         develop a Waterloo-specific relocations policy and ensure that all residents who wish to return to Waterloo South have a genuine right to do so;

(ii)        adequately resource ongoing support services for Waterloo Estate residents as part of the NSW Government’s redevelopment;

(iii)       listen to and work with the whole Waterloo Estate community to finalise and implement the Human Services Plan in the lead up to, during and after the redevelopment;

(iv)       confirm when Homes NSW will be created and how it will address the social impact of relocations as well as how the current Waterloo Human Services Action Plan will link to the Human Services Plan being developed under LAHC's People and Place Framework; and

(v)        work with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations to ensure that the 15 per cent of housing allocated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander households is culturally appropriate with mix of studio, one, two, three and four bedroom apartments.

Variation. At the request of Councillor Scott, and by consent, the Minute was varied such that clause (C)(i) read as follows:

(C)       the Lord Mayor be requested to write to the Minister for Housing calling on the NSW Government to:

(i)         develop a Waterloo-specific relocations policy and mandate that all residents who wish to return to Waterloo South can be assured that they will be able to do so in accordance with the Minister for Housing’s undertaking.

The Minute, as varied by consent, was carried unanimously.

S051491

Minute by the Lord Mayor

To Council:

The festival season is now underway. Australian Festivals Association members have already staged two festivals this month and will present a further 13 across greater Sydney and regional NSW between December 2023 and April 2024. There may be others.

Showcasing different music and dance genres, diverse, ranging from country and folk to electronic and dance music, they will attract well over 100,000 people. Many will be attracted by the music, the atmosphere and the opportunity to socialise with others sharing similar tastes. Some will seek to augment their experience by using drugs. This is despite politicians and others delivering simplistic and ineffective messages of “don’t take drugs”, the intimidating use of sniffer dogs and the threat of invasive and frequently illegal strip searches.

With this comes the risk of young people experiencing serious medical episodes, which in some cases, may result in young people dying. We know the risk is high because we have already seen this happen. We also know what we need to do to minimise this risk. Yet despite this, successive governments have failed to act.

On 6 November 2019, Deputy State Coroner Harriet Grahame released the results of her thorough and comprehensive inquiry into the MDMA drug-related deaths of six young people who had attended music festivals between December 2017 and January 2019. Ms Grahame described all six as "gifted, vibrant, well-connected and very much loved" and said the deaths were "completely unexpected and profoundly tragic". In her final report, Ms Grahame wrote that their pattern of drug use was likely to be “typical”.

“They were keen to have new experiences. They used infrequently on special occasions or when socialising, were not addicted, and had never had reason to seek professional help in relation to their drug use. It appears that each had used MDMA before, without a having a significant negative consequence.”

During her three-week inquest, Ms Grahame took evidence from medical experts, the police, festival organisers and festival attendees, including friends of the six young people who had died. These young people talked candidly about the circumstances of their friend’s deaths, along with their drug use, their reasons for taking drugs and their knowledge, often limited, about the effects of drugs.

This was supported by extensive documentary material in 24 volumes, which included witness statements, medical records, photographs, and expert reports. Eight additional research volumes provided relevant background information.

What emerged from this evidence “was in some respects positive”, Ms Graham wrote in her final report.

“The evidence arising from this inquest clearly indicates that there is much that can be done to prevent MDMA deaths. There are practical solutions to some of the issues identified. However, the evidence draws into clear focus the need for the NSW Government to look with fresh eyes at the potential dangers associated with drug use at music festivals. There is a need to reframe our main priority from reducing drug use to reducing drug death.”

Her report contained 28 recommendations, directed towards the NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet, NSW Health, NSW Police the Department of Communities and Justice and festival organisers. They included introducing medically supervised pill testing/drug checking at NSW music festivals and funding the establishment of a permanent drug checking facility. Policing at music festivals should be directed towards providing support and comfort where needed, acting to reduce or minimise harm and concentrated on organised drug dealing, social disorder and other crimes. Drug detection dogs were not to be used and strip searches were only to be conducted in specifically defined circumstances.

Ms Graham also recommended that the Government hold a drug summit “to develop drug policy that is evidence-based and focused on minimising harm to users and the community repeated her recommendation from her earlier inquiry into opiate-related deaths”. This recommendation was not new. She had made a similar recommendation in March 2019 in the report of her inquiry into opiate-related deaths.

Other leading experts were also calling for a summit. On 11 February 2019, Council unanimously supported these calls, arising from my Minute, Practical and Compassionate Action on Drugs (Attachment A). Council also unanimously agreed to facilitate a practical demonstration of drug testing by medical professionals. That demonstration took place in Sydney Town Hall on 12 June 2019, attended by health, community and government representatives.

The demonstration was conducted by Pill Testing Australia, who had conducted two drug testing trials at the Canberra ‘Groovin’ The Moo’ festivals. Young people would provide a sample of their drugs to be tested for their content. This was only one step in the process. Of greater importance was their conversations with peer educators, who would discuss their drug use and explain that the test would not guarantee that the drug was “safe”. Once the test was completed, volunteer peer educators would explain the contents of the drugs and discuss options. Some people discarded their drugs in the amnesty bins provided. Others said they would reconsider taking their drugs or take less.

Despite the success of the pill testing trials, and the weight of evidence supporting Ms Grahame’s recommendations, successive governments have failed to act.

Immediately after her report was released, the then NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian denied that there was evidence to support a drug checking trial. Some months later, her Government delayed the release of a detailed inquiry into the drug, ice, and then delayed its response beyond its own deadline. When it finally responded, 15 months after receiving the report, it rejected five recommendations outright, including pill testing, and provision of a second medically supervised injecting centre. In the meantime, the ACT Labor-Greens Government has established a permanent drug checking facility and effectively decriminalised personal drug use, instead treating it as a health issue. In February, the Queensland Labor Government announced it will introduce drug checking at mobile and fixed sites.

In contrast, NSW’s new Labor Government has delayed reform action until after its proposed drug summit. Yet it has still to set a date for next year. The Sydney Morning Herald reported in September that no provision had been made for it in the NSW state budget.

Concerned about this inaction, last month a coalition of peak medical bodies released an open letter to the Premier calling on his Government to “immediately start drug checking with an implementation pilot this summer festival season”.

“This summer is forecast to be a hot one, and we know that high temperatures combined with unexpectedly high doses of MDMA is a dangerous combination that can be fatal. Without drug checking, there's no way to identify high-risk drug samples before people consume them,” they wrote.

They suggested an “evaluated pilot program” would provide “vital information for further discussion” when it is held at the NSW Drug Summit next year.

“In drug checking services, health professionals provide expert harm reduction advice and help people manage the risks of taking drugs. Drug checking already operates in 28 countries around the world, including Australia and is supported by a strong evidence base that shows it helps people make better decisions for their own wellbeing,” they wrote.

The letter was signed by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, the Australian Salaried Medical Officers' Federation, the NSW Nurses and Midwives Association and the Health Services Union.

I support their call. I also support calls for the Premier to set a date and timeline for the proposed drug summit. It will provide a valuable forum for evidence to be presented, considered and discussed and enable informed decisions to be made and worthwhile outcomes to be achieved.

This was my experience of the first drug summit held over five days at Parliament House in 1999. Significantly, the Carr Labor Government held it within months after that year’s State election. It brought together Members of Parliament, experts in the medical and social aspects of drug use, community representatives, families who had lost their sons and daughters to overdosing and people with experience of drug use and its effects. We heard compelling and moving evidence about issues that were confronting to many of them. MPs engaged in serious discussions about these issues, often for the first time, and many of them changed their views.

While the medically supervised injecting room in Kings Cross was its most high-profile outcome, it achieved much more. It made 172 recommendations relating to young people and drugs, treatment services, drug education, law enforcement, breaking the drugs and crimes cycle and community action.

We now have new issues to address, not least the risks associated with casual drug use by people, particularly young people, who are not addicted or drug dependent and who otherwise live productive, happy, crime-free lives. This is in addition to the medical and social problems associated with drug addiction and the use of drugs such as ice.

A new drug summit could examine all the possible ideas that could contribute to minimising the harm from illicit drug use. It could consider whether existing approaches are working effectively or whether they are perversely increasing the risk of harm. This includes measures to ensure safety and reduce harm. While some may aim for the unrealistic ideal of a completely drug free world, a drug summit should aim to help people stay alive in this one.

Recommendation

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note the recommendations of the Inquest into the death of six patrons of NSW music festivals conducted by Deputy Coroner Harriet Grahame during 2019, as shown at Attachment B to the subject Minute;

(B)       Council endorse the open letter to the NSW Premier calling on his Government to "immediately start drug checking with an implementation pilot this summer festival season", as shown at Attachment C to the subject Minute; and

(C)       the Lord Mayor be requested to write to the Premier to:

(i)         set a date and timeline for his proposed Drug Summit; and

(ii)        ensure that the Summit:

(a)        brings together Members of Parliament, experts in the medical and social aspects of drug use, including young people, police, community representatives, families, and people with experience of drug use and its effects; and

(b)        has as its priority the development of recommendations for action that would reduce the risk of drug-related deaths and will contribute to reducing and ending the harm from illicit drug use, including drug checking/pill testing and the reform of the policing of drug use.

COUNCILLOR CLOVER MOORE AO

Lord Mayor

Moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor) –

That the Minute by the Lord Mayor be endorsed and adopted.

Carried unanimously.

S051491

Minute by the Lord Mayor

To Council:

I wish to inform Council of the sudden passing of Helena Carr, an accomplished businesswoman and wife of former NSW Premier and Australian Foreign Minister Bob Carr, on 25 October 2023.

Helena was born in Perak, Malaysia. She was the youngest of six children from a multicultural family, her father, Lourdes was Indian and her mother, Regina was Chinese.

In 1965, at the age of 17, a fiercely independent Helena convinced her parents to allow her to come to Sydney to study at Our Lady of Mercy College, Parramatta. She then went on to major in economics at the University of Sydney, where she was a resident at Sancta Sophia College. This is where, as a fellow student and resident, I first met Helena and knew her as an intelligent and warm young woman.

In 1971 while on holiday in Tahiti, Helena met her future husband, Bob Carr, who noticed her sitting by the pool reading a book by JK Galbraith, while he was on a stop over from the United States. They married in February 1973. They often described their 50-year journey together as a partnership in both public and private life, which reflects the strength of their love and commitment to one another.

Helena was an accomplished and successful businesswoman. She joined Leigh Mardon in 1976, first as a market research officer and then as a product manager. She left in 1981 to join Amatil before returning to Leigh Mardon, as a business development manager and then a division manager, where she was responsible for a staff of 1,000. Later she recalled that some of her staff were "quite frightened of me". But the only people who really needed to be afraid, she added, were "those who didn't perform". By the mid-1980s, she was the Managing Director of Leigh Mardon.

Later, with business partner Max Turner, Helena bought Merritt Madden Printing and Advanced Graphics, a commercial printer producing prospectuses, annual reports, and trade magazines. In October 2004, she and Turner sold the business.

When her husband, Bob became Leader of the Opposition in 1988, I got to know Helena again, meeting both at official functions and regularly running into each other at Bill and Tony’s on Stanley Street, where Helena and Bob, and my husband, Peter and I regularly had coffee and breakfast before we started our day. At this time, I came to know her again as a very intelligent and interesting person to talk to, a bright and warm personality, who was always there in support of her partner, Bob.

Helena famously avoided the spotlight. She was described by Edmund Capon, former director of the Art Gallery of NSW and friend as "a tower of strength" but also a tower of "discretion". Others described her as "the business brains of the [Carr family] operation" and Bob said she “resist[ed] very strongly any idea of [my] premature departure".

The public commitment to stand by Bob was made easier by her commitment to her own career. The most important decision she ever made was to avoid that dangerous intersection where her business life might have met his politics.

She told the Sydney Morning Herald in 1988: "A partner's interests must coincide with yours, but his occupation need not do so." Independent, self-confident, and financially secure, she was not reliant on Carr, or jealous of his limelight, but instead a steadfast partner and supporter.

Helena died suddenly after losing consciousness as a result of a brain aneurism while in Vienna, Austria, with her husband of 50 years at her side.

Together with many others, I will remember Helena for her charisma and charm, her ability to connect with people from all walks of life, and as someone who genuinely cared, and who was always ready to listen and offer support.

Recommendation

It is resolved that:

(A)       all persons attending this meeting of Council observe one minute's silence to commemorate the life of Helena Carr and her enduring legacy as an independent, intelligent, interesting and warm person, successful businesswoman and steadfast partner and supporter of former NSW Premier, Bob Carr;

(B)       Council express its condolences to Helena Carr's husband, Bob Carr and family; and

(C)       the Lord Mayor convey Council's condolences to Bob Carr and his family.

COUNCILLOR CLOVER MOORE AO

Lord Mayor

Moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor) –

That the Minute by the Lord Mayor be endorsed and adopted.

Carried unanimously.

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Note – the Lord Mayor acknowledged the presence of former NSW Premier Bob Carr, who was viewing the Council meeting via the webcast.

Note – all Councillors, staff and member of the public present stood in silence for one minute as a mark of respect to Helena Carr.

By Councillor Ellsmore

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         the NSW Government has announced plans to rezone, demolish and redevelop 46 public housing homes in Explorer Street, Station Street and Aurora Place Eveleigh; 

(ii)        the Explorer Street rezoning proposal is on public exhibition until 1 December 2023; and

(iii)       Council has drafted a submission in response to the rezoning proposal; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         make a copy of the Council’s draft submission available to the public;

(ii)        invite feedback and comments on the Council’s draft submission; 

(iii)       incorporate and/or reflect feedback received from public housing tenants who live on the estate into the submission as a priority; and

(iv)       as appropriate, incorporate and/or reflect feedback from other local residents and community groups into the submission.

Note – at the meeting of Council, the content of the original Notice of Motion was varied by Councillor Ellsmore. Subsequently it was –

Moved by Councillor Ellsmore, seconded by Councillor Scott –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         the NSW Government has announced plans to rezone, demolish and redevelop 46 public housing homes in Explorer Street, Station Street and Aurora Place Eveleigh; 

(ii)        the Explorer Street rezoning proposal is on public exhibition until 1 December 2023; and

(iii)       Council has made a submission in response to the rezoning proposal which is publicly available on the Council website; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         provide a supplementary submission which provides further detail in relation to the City’s expectation of community engagement and consultation in relation to current and future plans for the site; and

(ii)        draft the City’s supplementary submission to:

(a)        emphasise that robust, transparent, and open consultation with public housing tenants should be a pre-requisite of all plans to redevelop existing public housing;

(b)        include recommendations about tenant engagement in the design and delivery of the project, and better consultation with the wider community.  Best practice engagement should include involving public housing tenants in co-designing and/or playing a leading role in the future plans for the site;

(c)        note that there is a high level of anxiety and concern amongst tenants about the proposal, amongst the tenants who are aware of the plans;

(d)        note that a number of the public housing tenants who live at the Explorer Street have been tenants there for more than 20 years, and that other tenants were relocated from Millers Point when this public housing was sold, and had been told they would not be forced to move again;

(e)        advocate that, at a minimum, NSW agencies should follow the Compact for Renewal published by Shelter NSW, Tenants Union of NSW and City Futures Research Centre, and developed with public housing tenants;

(f)         advocate strongly that appropriate sizes apartments for all existing families be renovated or built as part of any redevelopment, noting that a number of apartments currently include overcrowded families;

(g)        advocate strongly that any public housing tenants relocated as a result of the development be housed in the local area, if this is their preference;

(h)        advocate strongly for the right of return for existing tenants to be formalised, including a guarantee that future accommodation will be suitable and appropriate; and

(i)          advocate that any future plans prioritise minimising disruption and the time that any parts of the site will be vacant and without housing, including advocating that in-fill and staged development be considered, if the plans are to go ahead; and

(iii)       authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to finalise and submit supplementary information in line with this Council decision.

Carried unanimously.

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Moved by Councillor Gannon, seconded by Councillor Jarrett –

It is resolved that Council:

(A)       note that Councillor Lyndon Gannon would like to congratulate Craig Jarman on celebrating his restaurant’s - Zebra Lounge, located at Pyrmont - 13th birthday. He opened his doors on 13 September 2010, and still every morning he wakes up excited to serve and converse with the locals, who have all supported him since the beginning;

(B)       Zebra Lounge is a fantastic restaurant that the locals all acclaim has both delicious food and a great dining experience;

(C)       Craig and his team are a true community business, ensuring patrons always have an amazing experience; and

(D)       thank Craig and wish Happy 13th Birthday to Zebra Lounge.

The motion was carried on the following show of hands –

Ayes (9)     The Chair (the Lord Mayor), Councillors Chan, Davis, Gannon, Jarrett, Kok, Scott, Weldon and Worling

Noes (1)     Councillor Ellsmore*.

Carried.

*Note – Councillor Ellsmore abstained from voting on this matter. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 10.4 of the Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor Ellsmore is taken to have voted against the motion.

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By Councillor Jarrett

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         at the 27 June 2022 Council meeting, Councillor Jarrett tabled a Notice of Motion which called upon the City of Sydney to participate in the NSW Government’s e-scooter trial that was scheduled to begin in July 2022;

(ii)        Councillor Chan amended Councillor Jarrett’s Motion and instead requested the Chief Executive Officer “monitor the progress of the e-scooter trials in other locations over the next 12-18 months and report back to Councillors via the CEO Update on observations and any changes to Council’s position to participate in the trial as a result” and “advocate to Transport for NSW to provide financial assistance to Councils to encourage them to develop and manage the e-scooter trial and ensure its success”. This amendment was carried;

(iii)       Wollongong City Council was the first city-centre to launch a dedicated e-scooter trial which has been operating since 29 September 2023;

(iv)       on 20 October 2023, Neuron released a report titled ‘Stronger rider demand continues’ (the Report) which assessed the impact of the e-scooter trial on the city since its inception;

(v)        between 29 September and 13 November 2023 over 17,000 people took more than 46,000 trips on the 300-strong e-scooter fleet operating in Wollongong, with a total distance of over 100,000km being travelled;

(vi)       the Report indicates that the incident level in Wollongong has remained low and is in line with expectations;

(vii)      despite the short amount of time since the beginning of the e-scooter trial, the Report notes that the economic impacts of the trial in Wollongong have been following the same pattern as over 20 other cities in Australia and New Zealand where data shows that “on average seven out of ten e-scooter trips result in a purchase and 45 per cent of e-scooter trips replace a car journey, reducing congestion and emissions;

(viii)    the Report notes that, based on Australian-wide research, the trial in Wollongong has seen 45,000km of car trips replaced by e-scooter trips which has been estimated to have saved approximately six tonnes of CO2;

(ix)       further, around 30,000 e-scooter trips have resulted in a purchase from a local business either immediately before or after a rider’s journey, resulting in an estimated $200,000 of incremental spend at local restaurants and businesses in Wollongong alone;

(x)        Council unanimously adopted the City of Sydney’s Electrification of Transport Strategy and Action Plan at the 26 June 2023 Council meeting;

(xi)       within this Strategy, Action Plan number 5 denotes that the City will ‘advocate that subsidies for electric vehicles (including for charging) proposed by the Australian and NSW Government reflect the City’s fleet transition hierarchy (i.e. e-bikes and other micro-mobility and public transport first then commercial and finally private vehicles)’;

(xii)      at the Council meeting of 20 November 2023, Council is being asked to endorse the City of Sydney’s Access Strategy and Action Plan – Continuing the Vision;

(xiii)    within Continuing the Vision, Action number 14 ‘Electrification of City Transport’ reflects the 21 actions outlined in the City’s Electrification of Transport Strategy and Action Plan and recommits the City to both advocating for and participating in opportunities to electrify transport options;

(xiv)    the first NSW city-centre e-scooter trial taking place in Wollongong has successfully demonstrated the positive economic and environmental impacts e-scooters have on cities both locally and nationally; and

(xv)     e-scooters, similar to that of e-bikes, are an alternative form of electric transport that would advance the progress of the City’s fleet transition, and in turn, the City should be looking to participate in the NSW Government’s e-scooter trial as soon as possible in order to maintain their own policy commitments; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         report back to Council with the data and observations regarding the economic and environmental impacts as well as the safety considerations collected in other locations participating in the e-scooter trial over the past 12 to 18 months; and

(ii)        report back to Council with options for how the City of Sydney can participate in an e-scooter trial.

Note – at the meeting of Council, the content of the original Notice of Motion was varied by Councillor Jarrett. Subsequently it was –

Moved by Councillor Jarrett, seconded by Councillor Gannon –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         at the 27 June 2022 Council meeting, Councillor Jarrett tabled a Notice of Motion which called upon the City of Sydney to participate in the NSW Government’s e-scooter trial that was scheduled to begin in July 2022;

(ii)        Councillor Chan amended Councillor Jarrett’s Motion and instead requested the Chief Executive Officer to “monitor the progress of the e-scooter trials in other locations over the next 12-18 months and report back to Councillors via the CEO Update on observations and any changes to Council’s position to participate in the trial as a result” and “advocate to Transport for NSW to provide financial assistance to Councils to encourage them to develop and manage the e-scooter trial and ensure its success”. This amendment was carried;

(iii)       Wollongong City Council was the first city-centre to launch a dedicated e-scooter trial which has been operating since 29 September 2023;

(iv)       on 20 October 2023, Neuron Mobility - the supplier that Wollongong City Council have engaged to supply the e-scooters for their trial - released a report titled ‘Stronger rider demand continues’ (the Report) which assessed the impact of the e-scooter trial on Wollongong’s City Centre since its inception; but the NSW government is yet to formally assess the e-scooter trial across various trial locations;

(v)        between 29 September and 13 November 2023 over 17,000 people took more than 46,000 trips on the 300-strong e-scooter fleet operating in Wollongong, with a total distance of over 100,000km being travelled;

(vi)       the Report indicates that the incident level in Wollongong has remained low and is in line with expectations;

(vii)      despite the short amount of time since the beginning of the e-scooter trial, the Report notes that the economic impacts of the trial in Wollongong have been following the same pattern as over 20 other cities in Australia and New Zealand where data shows that “on average seven out of ten e-scooter trips result in a purchase and 45 per cent of e-scooter trips replace a car journey, reducing congestion and emissions;

(viii)    the Report notes that, based on Australian-wide research, the trial in Wollongong has seen 45,000km of car trips replaced by e-scooter trips which has been estimated to have saved approximately six tonnes of CO2;

(ix)       further, around 30,000 e-scooter trips have resulted in a purchase from a local business either immediately before or after a rider’s journey, resulting in an estimated $200,000 of incremental spend at local restaurants and businesses in Wollongong alone;

(x)        Council unanimously adopted the City of Sydney’s Electrification of Transport Strategy and Action Plan at the 26 June 2023 Council meeting;

(xi)       within this Strategy, Action Plan number 5 denotes that the City will ‘advocate that subsidies for electric vehicles (including for charging) proposed by the Australian and NSW Government reflect the City’s fleet transition hierarchy (i.e. e-bikes and other micro-mobility and public transport first then commercial and finally private vehicles)’;

(xii)      at the Council meeting of 20 November 2023, Council is being asked to endorse the City of Sydney’s Access Strategy and Action Plan – Continuing the Vision;

(xiii)    within Continuing the Vision, Action number 14 ‘Electrification of City Transport’ reflects the 21 actions outlined in the City’s Electrification of Transport Strategy and Action Plan and recommits the City to both advocating for and participating in opportunities to electrify transport options;

(xiv)    the first NSW city-centre e-scooter trial taking place is in Wollongong, and the company supplying the e-scooters reports they have successfully demonstrated the positive economic and environmental impacts e-scooters have on cities both locally and nationally; and

(xv)     e-scooters, similar to that of e-bikes, are an alternative form of electric transport that would advance the progress of the City’s fleet transition, and in turn, the City should be looking to participate in the NSW Government’s e-scooter trial as soon as possible in order to maintain their own policy commitments; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         write to the Secretary of Transport or NSW asking when Transport for NSW will make available their assessment of the e-scooter trials, and whether this will include any independent data and observations regarding the economic and environmental impacts as well as the safety considerations collected in other locations participating in the e-scooter trial over the past 12 to 18 months; and

(ii)        report back to Councillors via a CEO Update with the response from Transport for NSW and advice about the City of Sydney’s participation in an e-scooter trial.

Amendment. Moved by Councillor Chan, seconded by Councillor Kok –

That the motion be amended such that a clause (A)(xv) be amended as follows –

(xv)     e-scooters, similar to that of e-bikes, are an alternative form of electric transport that would advance the progress of meeting our net zero emissions target by 2035. However, given the high pedestrian activity in the City Centre and the risks that e-scooters on crowded footpaths present, the City should wait until the separated cycleway network is completed, so the trial takes place only on the separated cycleway in order to maintain the safety of everyone.

A show of hands on the amendment resulted in an equality of voting as follows –

Ayes (5)      The Chair (the Lord Mayor), Councillors Chan, Davis, Kok and Worling

Noes (5)      Councillors Ellsmore, Gannon, Jarrett, Scott and Weldon.

The Chair (the Lord Mayor) exercised her casting vote in favour of the amendment.

The amendment was declared carried.

The substantive motion was carried on the following show of hands –

Ayes (9)           The Chair (the Lord Mayor), Councillors Chan, Davis, Ellsmore, Gannon, Jarrett, Kok, Scott and Worling

Noes (1)          Councillor Weldon.

The amended motion was carried.

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Moved by Councillor Gannon, seconded by Councillor Jarrett –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         the City’s Sydney Streets events at Stanley Street have been incredibly successful and popular;

(ii)        the success of the events at Stanley Street, and with the broader program of Sydney Streets, show that Sydney’s entertainment and nightlife scene does not have to be a “fizzer”;

(iii)       Stanley Street is a unique dining precinct in the City as it is almost entirely lined by food and beverage operators;

(iv)       the City has budgeted $365,000 in the 2023/24 financial year for the delivery of two Sydney Street events in Stanley Street, approximately $180,000 per event; and

(v)        with the incredible popularity of the events at Stanley Street, NSW Police have advised we will need to increase crowd management measures including infrastructure and security. This will likely see costs increase for the next event;

(vi)       Stanley Street is currently being supported by the City’s outdoor dining fee waiver measures, which will continue to 2025; and

(vii)      owing to the street environment there is potential to install traffic calming devices in the area, which could also be used to install temporary bollards for hostile vehicle mitigation measures, which is a major cost of the Sydney Street activations; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         engage with local businesses along Stanley Street, and the surrounding area, to gauge if more frequent Sydney Street style closures would be supported, with specific consideration given to a weekly weekend closure during summer (summer 2024 onwards);

(ii)        engage with the Local Pedestrian, Cycling and Traffic Calming Committee to identify risks, issues, and solutions to more frequent street activations;

(iii)       investigate options for infrastructure, not limited to traffic calming devices, to allow for more frequent usage, minimising the need to hire hostile vehicle mitigation equipment; and

(iv)       report back to Council if there are footpath widening plans for Stanley Street not listed in the Long Term Financial Plan.

Variation. At the request of Councillor Worling, and by consent, the motion was varied, such that it read as follows –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         fourteen Sydney Streets have been planned for the 2023/24 financial year, seven between September and November 2023 and another seven between February and April 2024, as listed below:

(a)        Redfern Street (23 September 2023 and 17 February 2024);

(b)        Haymarket (30 September 2023), and Sydney Lunar Streets (10 February 2024);

(c)        Glebe Point Road (14 October 2023 and 9 March 2024);

(d)        Stanley Street (21 October 2023 and 24 February 2024);

(e)        Crown Street, Surry Hills (4 November 2023 and 6 April 2024);

(f)         Harris Street, Pyrmont (11 November 2023 and 16 March 2024); and

(g)        Potts Point (18 November 2023 and 23 March 2024);

(ii)        many of these events have been incredibly successful and popular;

(iii)       the success of these events show that Sydney’s entertainment and nightlife scene is bouncing back;

(iv)       each location has its own unique character, with for example, Stanley Street being a unique dining precinct in the City as it is almost entirely lined by food and beverage operators;

(v)        the City has budgeted $365,000 in the 2023/2024 financial year for the delivery of two Sydney Street events in Stanley Street, approximately $180,000 per event;

(vi)       with the incredible popularity of the events at Stanley Street, NSW Police have advised we will need to increase crowd management measures including infrastructure and security. This will see costs increase for the next event to at least $200,000; and

(vii)      Stanley Street is currently being supported by the City’s outdoor dining fee waiver measures, which will continue to 2025; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to progress the review of the Sydney Streets events, immediately following the completion of the 2023/24 season in April 2024, and

(i)         consider whether the program can be amended by, for example changing the frequency and/or the locations of Sydney Street events;

(ii)        engage with local businesses, services and community groups to determine the optimal timing and frequency of events across the City, including the option of programming Sydney Streets or similar events during the winter months;

(iii)       investigate options for infrastructure where required, not limited to traffic calming devices, to allow for more frequent usage, minimising the need to hire hostile vehicle mitigation equipment; with such measures being subject to a cost-benefit analysis; and

(iv)       report back to Council via CEO Update.

Carried unanimously.

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Procedural Motion

At 5.52pm, after Item 3.4, it was moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor), seconded by Councillor Kok –

That the Order of Business be altered such that Item 15.1 be brought forward and addressed before Item 4, for the convenience of the public present.

Carried unanimously.

By Councillor Davis

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         Bidjigal Elder and renowned shell artist, Aunty Esme Timbery, passed away on 6 October 2023 aged 92;

(ii)        Aunty Esme was born in 1931 in Port Kembla - at one of her family's fishing camps, Hill 60. The youngest of five children of Hubert Timbery and Elizabeth Butler, Aunty Esme is survived by eight children (one deceased), twenty-six grandchildren, fifty-one great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren. She was a proud descendent of the Timbery family from the La Perouse Aboriginal Community with enduring historical and cultural connections to Coastal Sydney and South Coast NSW;

(iii)       Aunty Esme came from a family of well-known Fishermen. Her great grandfather George “Trimmer” Timbery and father Hubert were both fishermen. George Timbery applied to the government and was granted a boat and was able to provide his community with a livelihood through fishing. One hundred and fifty years later, in 2020, the NSW Government honoured the Timbery family contribution to NSW by naming a Ferry River boat after Aunty Esme;

(iv)       La Perouse in the 1870s was an Aboriginal fishing village established by the men and women of the surrounding Southern Sydney area. The men and women who were relocated there used traditional knowledges and practices to make a living. In 1895, La Perouse was established as one of the earliest Aboriginal Government reserves in NSW;

(v)        the women of La Perouse were known to earn income by making and selling shell baskets before colonisation. This long tradition of shell working in La Perouse and on the NSW South Coast has continued to this day;

(vi)       the history of shellwork represents connection between generations of Aboriginal mothers, sisters, and daughters, between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, locals and tourists and with beaches, tides and oceans. Shellwork is recognised and acknowledged as a unique artform that can be traced back to both Indigenous and Victorian roots to evolve as a contemporary and unique artform;

(vii)      Aunty Esme comes from a long line of shell artists (shell workers). Her great- grandmother “Queen” Emma Timbery, was a renowned shell worker whose shellwork was displayed at Sydney’s Royal Easter show and in 1910 was included in an exhibition of Australian Craft in London;

(viii)    as a young girl, Aunty Esme started to follow in Queen Emma’s footsteps, learning the intricacies of shellwork from her mother, grandmother, and Aunties of La Perouse. Aunty Esme learnt about the different types of shells and which particular beaches to find them. She learnt about the tides and seasons. Shell work was a way of learning the stories of the land, stories that had been passed down for generations in her extended family;

(ix)       among her notable body of work, are the following stand out contributions and achievements:

(a)        the 1997/1998 exhibition “Djalarinji – Something that Belongs to Us”;

(b)        the shell worked, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Centrepoint and Sydney Opera House commissioned by the Sydney Opera House in 2001/2002 for the Message Sticks festival. These artworks are now part of the National Museum of Australia collection;

(c)        in 2005 two of Aunty Esme’s blue shell worked Sydney Harbour Bridges were awarded first prize in the inaugural Parliament of New South Wales Indigenous Art Prize;

(d)        in 2007 Aunty Esme was featured in the ABC documentary She Sells Seashells;

(e)        one of her most important pieces is the 2008 installation “Shellworked Slippers” featuring 200 pairs of shell encrusted baby slippers as a memorial to the Stolen Generations and later presented at the Biennale of Sydney; and

(f)         the 2015 artwork “Shellwalk”, a collaboration with Wiradjuri/Kamilaroi artist Jonathon Jones, is her most significant. The artwork is a façade of the Aleander residential building at the southern gateway to Barangaroo’s waterfront promenade, Wulugul Walk. The 22 x 3.5m work is made from multiple aluminium panels, each decorated with a combination of larger-than- life shells welded onto the screens. Each shell is laid out and designed by Aunty Esme. The artwork is significant in that Barangaroo was an area renowned for its shell middens during the colony’s establishment in Sydney;

(x)        in 2019 the University of NSW named their new arts facility The Esme Timbery Creative Practice Lab (CPL) or “The Esme” as students nicknamed the space - a multi-arts production hub. It is the first building on the University’s campus named after an Indigenous woman; and

(xi)       the Timbery family are proud of this family tradition and cultural practice. Shell work continues with Aunty Esme’s daughter Marilyn Russell and her loving family today;

(B)       Council observe a minute’s silence to mark the passing of Aunty Esme, noting her significant contribution to Australia as one its longest serving and enduring First Nations artists; and

(C)       the Lord Mayor be requested to write to Aunty Esme’s family expressing the Council’s condolences.

Note – at the meeting of Council, the content of the original Notice of Motion was varied by Councillor Davis. Subsequently, it was –

Moved by Councillor Davis, seconded by the Chair (the Lord Mayor) –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         Bidjigal Elder and renowned shell artist, Aunty Esme Timbery, passed away on 6 October 2023 aged 92;

(ii)        Aunty Esme was born 1931 in Port Kembla - at one of her family's fishing camps, Hill 60. The youngest of five children of Hubert Timbery and Elizabeth Butler, Aunty Esme had nine children, twenty-six grandchildren, fifty-one great grandchildren and five great, great grandchildren. She was a proud descendent of the Timbery family from the La Perouse Aboriginal Community with enduring historical and cultural connections to Coastal Sydney and South Coast NSW;

(iii)       Aunty Esme came from a family of well-known Fishermen. Her Great grandfather George “Trimmer” Timbery and father Hubert were both fishermen. George Timbery applied to the government and was granted a boat and was able to provide his community with a livelihood through fishing. One hundred and fifty years later, in 2022, the NSW Government honoured Aunty Esme’s achievements in Shellwork by naming a River Class Ferry “Esme Timbery”;

(iv)       La Perouse in the 1870's was an Aboriginal fishing village established by the men and women of the surrounding Southern Sydney area. The men and women who were relocated there used traditional knowledges and practices to make a living. In 1895, La Perouse was established as one of the earliest Aboriginal Government reserves in NSW;

(v)        the women of La Perouse were known to earn income by making and selling shell baskets used for a variety of purposes including ornamentation. This long tradition of shell working in La Perouse and on the NSW South Coast has continued to this day;

(vi)       the history of shellwork represents connection between generations of Aboriginal mothers, sisters, and daughters, between Indigenous and non-indigenous Australians, locals and tourists and with beaches, tides and oceans. Shellwork is recognised and acknowledged as a unique artform that can be traced back to both Indigenous and Victorian roots to evolve as a contemporary and unique artform;

(vii)      Aunty Esme comes from a long line of shell artists (shell workers). Her great-grandmother “Queen” Emma Timbery, was a renowned shell worker whose shellwork was displayed at Sydney’s Royal Easter show and in 1910 was included in an exhibition of Australian Craft in London;

(viii)    as a young girl, Aunty Esme started to follow in Queen Emma’s footsteps, learning the intricacies of shellwork from her mother, grandmother, and Aunties of La Perouse. Aunty Esme learnt about the different types of shells and on which beaches to find them;  

(ix)       among her notable body of work, are the following stand out contributions and achievements:

(a)        the 1997/1998 exhibition “Djalarinji – Something that Belongs to Us”;

(b)        the shell worked, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Centrepoint and Sydney Opera House commissioned by the Sydney Opera House in 2001/2002 for the Message Sticks festival. These artworks are now part of the National Museum of Australia collection;

(c)        in 2005, two of Aunty Esme’s blue shell worked Sydney Harbour Bridges were awarded first prize in the inaugural Parliament of New South Wales Indigenous Art Prize;

(d)        in 2007, Aunty Esme was featured in the ABC documentary “She Sells Seashells”;

(e)        one of her most important pieces is the 2008 installation “Shellworked Slippers” featuring 200 pairs of shell encrusted baby slippers as a memorial to the Stolen Generations and later presented at the Biennale of Sydney; and

(f)         the 2015 artwork “Shellwalk”, a collaboration with Wiradjuri / Kamilaroi artist Jonathon Jones, is her most significant. The artwork is a façade of the Aleander residential building at the southern gateway to Barangaroo’s waterfront promenade, Wulugul Walk. The 22 x 3.5metre work is made from multiple aluminum panels, each decorated with a combination of larger-than-life shells welded onto the screens. Each shell is laid out and designed by Aunty Esme. The artwork is significant in that Barangaroo was an area renowned for its shell middens during the colony’s establishment in Sydney;

(x)        in 2019, the University of NSW named their new arts facility The Esme Timbery Creative Practice Lab (CPL) or “The Esme” as students nicknamed the space a multi-arts production hub. It is the first building on the University’s campus named after an Indigenous woman; and

(xi)       the Timbery family are proud of this family tradition and cultural practice. Shell work continues with Aunty Esme’s daughter Marilyn Russell today;

(B)       Council observe a minute’s silence to mark the passing of Aunty Esme, noting her significant contribution to Australia as one its longest serving and enduring First Nations artists; and

(C)       the Lord Mayor be requested to write to Aunty Esme’s family expressing the Council’s condolences.

Carried unanimously.

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Note – All Councillors, staff and members of the public present stood in silence for one minute as a mark of respect to Aunty Esme Timbery.

Moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor), seconded by Councillor Kok -

It is resolved that Council approve the recommendation contained within Confidential Attachment A to the subject report.

Carried unanimously.

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Leichhardt PAC

Leichhardt PAC raised the issue of additional parking signage needed in Arundel Street, Forest Lodge near the Ambulance HQ Station to remind drivers of the parallel parking spaces.

City of Sydney advised that staff is aware of this issue and is currently working with the contractor to install the required signs.

 

Kings Cross PAC

Kings Cross PAC raised the issue of a need for a designated drop off / pick up area for Taxis and Car Share drivers, on the northern side of Bayswater Road, Potts Point, to reduce the traffic congestion.

Chairperson advised City staff will investigate and work with TfNSW and Kings Cross PAC to arrange a designated area for a drop off / pick up area.

 

Late item

Works Zone – Liverpool Street, Sydney – 2023/520069

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Works Zone - Liverpool Street, Sydney

TRIM Container No.:	2023/520069
Recommendations
It is recommended that the Committee endorse the following reallocation of kerb space in Liverpool Street, Sydney west of Castlereagh Street: On the southern side, between the points 10 metres and 20.6 metres as "No Stopping 6am-10am 3pm-8pm Mon-Fri", "Works Zone 10am-3pm Mon-Fri" and "4P Ticket 8pm-12am Mon-Fri 8am-10pm Sat Sun & Public Holidays". On the southern side, between the points 20.6 metres and 40 metres as "Works Zone 10am-3pm Mon-Fri" and "No Stopping All Other Times" Subject to the following conditions: The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda. The Applicant must obtain separate approval from the City's Tree Management Team prior to implementation of the Works Zone. The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993. The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders. The Applicant must advise if the Construction Traffic Management Plan (CTMP) has been approved and ensure all conditions within the CTMP are adhered to. The Works Zone will be removed 7 days before commencement of construction works for the Castlereagh Street cycleway project.
Voting Members for this Item
Voting Members Support Object City of Sydney ü   Transport for NSW ü   NSW Police – Sydney City PAC ü   Representative for the Member for Sydney ü
Advice
The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.
Background
Deicorp Pty Ltd has requested a 30 metre long Works Zone in Liverpool Street, Sydney. The Works Zone is to facilitate construction works at 133-141 Liverpool Street.

Comments

The kerb space on the southern side of Liverpool Street, Sydney west of Castlereagh Street is currently signposted as "No Stopping" and "No Stopping 6am-10am 3pm-8pm Mon-Fri", "Loading Zone Ticket 10am-3pm Mon-Fri 6am-10am Sat" and "4P Ticket 8pm-12am Mon-Fri, 10am-10pm Sat, 8am-10pm Sun & Public Holidays".

The Works Zone is intended to operate from 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday only. The Works Zone will be removed 7 days before commencement of construction works for the Castlereagh Street cycleway project.

Consultation

The applicant must notify adjacent properties at least 14 days prior to the implementation of the Works Zone.

Financial

All costs associated with the Works Zone will be borne by the Applicant.

clement lim, traffic manager - City North

 

 

 

 

2022/494979

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the following reallocation of parking in Pitt Street, Sydney:

On the eastern side between the points 11.4 metres and 29.6 metres south of Martin Place as "No Parking 7am-7pm Coaches Excepted 15 Mins Limit" and "4P Ticket 7pm-Midnight"

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The Fullerton Hotel has requested consideration to improve on-street parking access for coaches in Pitt Street, Sydney.

2023/538058

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the following traffic treatments and parking changes in Darlinghurst:

(A)      A 10km/h Shared Zone in Foley Street between Crown Street and Palmer Street and between Palmer Street and Bourke Street;

(B)      Continuous footpath treatments at the following locations:

·               Foley Street, east of Crown Street;

·               Foley Street, west of Palmer Street; and

·               Foley Street, east of Palmer Street.

(C)      A raised threshold in Langley Street, south of Foley Street;

(D)      Reallocation of parking on the southern side of Foley Street, between the points 10 metres and 34 metres, west of Palmer Street as "Loading Zone 6am-6pm Vehicles Under 6m Only" and "No Stopping Other Times"; and

(E)      Reallocation of parking on the western side of Palmer Street, between the points 16 metres and 28.8 metres, north of Oxford Street as "Loading Zone".

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Kings Cross PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation pending on the City of Sydney to provide further detail of bollards to be installed and the safety seating issues addressed.

Background

The approved mix used development (D/2020/1071/E) at 58-76, 82-106 and 110-122 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst includes a proposal to convert Foley Street between Crown and Bourke Streets into a 10km/h shared zone.

Foley Street is a one-way eastbound laneway which runs through Crown Street, Palmer Street and merges into Bourke Street in the east. The current laneway is generally used for waste collections and kerbside parking is restricted as “No Stopping” and “No Parking”. Existing footpaths on both sides are approximately 0.3 metres wide.

2023/521844

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of parking on the eastern side of Thomas Street, Haymarket between the points 20 metres and 32.5 metres (two car spaces) south of Thomas Lane as "No Parking Coaches Excepted 15 Minute Limit."

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The Great Southern Hotel has requested consideration of "No Parking Coaches Excepted 15 Minute Limit" in Thomas Street, Haymarket south of Thomas Lane to improve on-street pick up and drop off access for coaches.

2023/586262

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the extension of the existing Works Zone on the western side of York Street, Sydney, between the points 27 metres and 30 metres north of Druitt Street as "Works Zone 7am-3pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm Sat" and "No Stopping Other Times", subject to the following conditions:

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must obtain separate approval from the City's Tree Management Team prior to implementation of the Works Zone.

(C)       The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(D)       The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Versatile Made Construction has requested an additional 3 metre long Works Zone in York Street, Sydney to facilitate construction works at 139 York Street, Sydney.

2023/576795

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures for the Sydney Street 2024 on Saturday, 17 February 2024 from 9am to 11.30pm subject to the following conditions:

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must contact the Kings Cross PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)       The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)       The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)       The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)        The Applicant must contact relevant Bus Operators and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closures, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Kings Cross PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

In early 2022, the City introduced a series of Sydney Summer Streets events closing several high streets to support communities during the pandemic. The initiative was an opportunity for local businesses to extend their trade onto footpaths and outdoor settings. Following the success of the Sydney Summer Streets events, the City now plans to hold similar Sydney Streets events on an ongoing basis to support communities and local businesses.

The City has applied for the temporary road closures of Darlinghurst Road and surrounding side streets in Potts Point for the Sydney Streets 2024 on Saturday, 17 February 2024 from 9am to 11.30pm.

2023/531213

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of parking on the southern side of Francis Street, Glebe between the points 100.3 metres and 106.1 metres (0 car space) west of Bay Street "Bicycle Parking".

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Leichhardt PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Balmain	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

A resident of Francis Street has requested consideration of 4 U-rails bike parking in front of Harris Farm pedestrian entrance to improve the situation of parked bicycles blocking the footpath.

2023/606661

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures for the Post Malone Australian Tour 2023 from 10pm on Wednesday, 29 November 2023 to 12.30am on Thursday, 30 November 2023 subject to the following conditions:-

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must contact the Sydney City PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)       The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)       The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)       The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)        The Applicant must contact relevant Bus Operators and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closures, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Event Services International has applied for the temporary road closures for of the Post Malone Australian Tour 2023 10pm on Wednesday, 29 November 2023 to 12.30am on Thursday, 30 November 2023.

2023/550363

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of parking on the northern side of Newman Street, Newtown between the points 30 metres and 37.8 metres east of King Street as “4P Mobility Parking Only 8am-10pm”.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Inner West PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Newtown	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The City’s Inclusion (Disability) Action Plan 2021-2025 (IDAP) includes a series of actions designed to actively address barriers faced by people with disability. One of the actions identified in the IDAP is to “continue to explore and implement strategies to increase access to on-street and off-street accessible parking and drop off points in the City of Sydney area”.

Therefore, the City is proposing to install "4P Mobility Parking Only 8am-10pm" in Newman Street, Newtown.

 

2023/583163

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of the kerb space on the western side of Riley Street, Surry Hills, between the points 19 metres and 29 metres south of Adelaide Street as  "Works Zone 7.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri, 7.30-3.30pm Sat" and "2P 5.30pm-10pm Mon-Fri, 3.30pm-10pm Sat, 8am-10pm Sun & Public Holidays, Permit Holders Excepted Area 18", subject to the following conditions:

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must obtain separate approval from the City's Tree Management Team prior to implementation of the Works Zone.

(C)       The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(D)       The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Robert Plumb Build Pty Ltd has requested a 10 metre long Works Zone in Riley Street, Surry Hills.

The Works Zone is to facilitate construction works at 471 Riley Street, Surry Hills.

2023/560384

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the allocation of parking on the northern side of Morley Avenue, Rosebery between the points 10 metres and 16.8 metres east of Dunning Avenue as "4P Mobility Parking Only 8am-10pm".

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – South Sydney PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Heffron	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The City’s Inclusion (Disability) Action Plan 2021-2025 (IDAP) includes a series of actions designed to actively address barriers faced by people with disability. One of the actions identified in the IDAP is to “continue to explore and implement strategies to increase access to on-street and off-street accessible parking and drop off points in the City of Sydney area”.

Therefore, the City is proposing to install "4P Mobility Parking Only 8am-10pm" in Morley Avenue, Rosebery.

2023/577127

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of the kerb space on the eastern side of Mallett Street, Camperdown as follows:

·            between the points 25.8 metres and 50.8 metres south of Hampshire Lane as "Works Zone 7:30am-5:30pm Mon-Fri 7:30am-3:30pm Sat "

·            between the points 70.5 metres and 82.3 metres as “No Parking, 8:30am-5pm Mon-Fri Authorised Disabled Persons Vehicles Excepted”, subject to the following conditions:

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must obtain separate approval from the City's Tree Management Team prior to implementation of the Works Zone.

(C)       The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(D)       The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Inner West PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Newtown	ü

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

FDC Fitout & Refurbishment (NSW) Pty Ltd has requested a 25 metre long Works Zone in Mallett Street, Camperdown.

The Works Zone is to facilitate construction works at 88 Mallett Street, Camperdown.

2023/576781

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures for the Sydney Streets 2024 on Saturday, 23 March 2024 from 9am to 11.30pm subject to the following conditions:

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must contact the Sydney City PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)       The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)       The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)       The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)        The Applicant must contact relevant Bus Operators and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closures, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

In early 2022, the City introduced a series of Sydney Summer Streets events closing several high streets to support communities during the pandemic. The initiative was an opportunity for local businesses to extend their trade onto footpaths and outdoor settings. Following the success of the Sydney Summer Streets events, the City now plans to hold similar Sydney Streets events throughout the year to support communities and local businesses.

The City has applied for the temporary road closures of Harris Street and surrounding streets in Pyrmont for the Sydney Streets 2024 event on Saturday, 23 March 2024 from 9am to 11.30pm.

2023/564616

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures for the Sydney Lunar Streets Festival on Saturday, 10 February 2024 from 12pm to 1am on Sunday, 11 February 2024 subject to the following conditions:

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must contact the Sydney City PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)       The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)       The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)       The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü
Place Management NSW	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The City of Sydney has applied for the temporary road closures in Haymarket for the Sydney Lunar Streets Festival 2024 on Saturday, 10 February 2024 from 12pm to 1am on Sunday, 11 February 2024.

2023/582612

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of the kerb space on the western side of Phillip Street, Sydney, between the points 50 metres and 80 metres south of Bent Street as "Works Zone 7am-7pm Mon-Fri 7am-5pm Sat" & "No Parking Other Times", subject to the following conditions:

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must obtain separate approval from the City's Tree Management Team prior to implementation of the Works Zone.

(C)       The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(D)       The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(E)       The Applicant must advise if the Construction Traffic Management Plan (CTMP) has been approved and ensure all conditions within the CTMP are adhered to.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Essence Project Management Pty. Ltd. has requested a 30 metre long Works Zone in Phillip Street, Sydney.

The Works Zone is to facilitate construction works at 61-101 Phillip Street, Sydney.

2023/560363

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of parking on the southern side of Campbell Street, Surry Hills between the points 26.2 metres and 33 metres west of Bourke Street as "4P Mobility Parking Only 8am-10pm".

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported an alternate recommendation of “2P Mobility Parking Only 8am-10pm”.

Background

The City’s Inclusion (Disability) Action Plan 2021-2025 (IDAP) includes a series of actions designed to actively address barriers faced by people with disability. One of the actions identified in the IDAP is to “continue to explore and implement strategies to increase access to on-street and off-street accessible parking and drop off points in the City of Sydney area”. Therefore, the City is proposing to install "4P Mobility Parking Only 8am-10pm" in Campbell Street, Surry Hills near Taylor Square.

 

2023/580889

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures for the 2024 Sydney Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday, 2 March 2024 subject to the following conditions:-

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must contact the Surry Hills PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)       The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)       The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)       The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)        The Applicant must contact Sydney Buses and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closures, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required; and

(G)       The Traffic Management and Traffic Control Plans are agreed to in principal and to be finalised through the Working Group established by Premiers and Cabinet’s Community Engagement and Events Division with representative from the Police, Transport Management Centre (TMC), Roads and Maritime Services (RMS), Sydney Buses, Council and Event Organisers.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Ltd has applied for the temporary road closures of Oxford, Flinders, Liverpool and College Streets and short sections of adjoining streets for the 2024 Sydney Mardi Gras Parade on 2 March 2024.

2023/575968

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of parking on the southern side of Renwick Street, Alexandria between the points 21.5 metres and 26.5 metres (one car space) east of Suttor Street as "No Parking 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri, Council Vehicles Excepted".

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – South Sydney PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Newtown	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The recent construction of a new kerb extension on the corner of southern side of Renwick Street at Suttor Street has reduced the space available for the community bus to pull in and out in the adjacent existing “No Parking 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri Council Vehicles Excepted” zone. Therefore, an extension of the length of space of this parking zone is required.

2023/585679

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures for the New Year's Eve 2023 on 4am Sunday, 31 December 2023 from to 9am Monday 1 January 2023 subject to the following conditions:-

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must contact the Sydney City PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)       The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)       The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)       The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)        The Applicant must contact relevant Bus Operators and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closures, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
NSW Police – Kings Cross PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü
Place Management NSW	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The City of Sydney has applied for the temporary road closures of city streets for the New Year's Eve 2023 from 4am Sunday, 31 December 2023 from to 9am Monday 1 January 2023.

2023/576776

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures of Stanley Street, Darlinghurst and surrounding streets for the City's Sydney Streets 2024 event on Saturday, 24 February 2024 from 9am to 11.30pm subject to the following conditions:-

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must contact the Kings Cross PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)       The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)       The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)       The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters tobe distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)        The Applicant must contact relevant Bus Operators and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closures, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required.

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Kings Cross PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

In early 2022, the City introduced a series of Sydney Summer Streets events closing several high streets to support communities during the pandemic. The initiative was an opportunity for local businesses to extend their trade onto footpaths and outdoor settings. Following the success of the Sydney Summer Streets events, the City now plans to hold similar Sydney Streets events throughout the year to support communities and local businesses. The City has applied for the temporary road closures of Stanley Street, Darlinghurst and surrounding streets for the Sydney Streets 2024 on Saturday, 24 February 2024 from 9am to 11.30pm.

2023/580889

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures of Hill Street, Surry Hills and surrounding streets, for the 2024 Mardi Gra Laneway Festival from 12am Sunday, 3 March 2024 to 2am Monday 4 March 2024 subject to the following conditions:-

(A)       The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)       The Applicant must contact the Surry Hills PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)       The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)       The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)       The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)        The Traffic Management and Traffic Control Plans are agreed to in principal and to be finalised through the Working Group established by Premiers and Cabinet’s Community Engagement and Events Division with representative from the Police, Transport Management Centre (TMC), Transport for NSW (TfNSW), Sydney Buses, Council and Event Organisers.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Ltd has applied for the temporary road closures of Hill Street, Surry Hills and surrounding streets, for the 2024 Mardi Gra Laneway Festival from 12am Sunday, 3 March 2024 to 2am Monday 4 March 2024.

2023/619375

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of parking on the northern side of Wentworth Avenue between the points 63.4 metres and 90 metres, west of Hunt Street as "Bus Zone".

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The City and Transport for NSW are proposing a bus stop in Wentworth Avenue to maintain access to public transport as part of the new cycleway on Liverpool and Oxfords Streets.

2022/532335

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of parking on the western side of Hutchinson Street, Surry Hills between the points 7.3 metres and 15.1 metres (one car space) north of Sandwell Street as "2P 8am-10pm, Permit Holders Excepted Area 18".

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

A resident of Fitzroy Street, Surry Hills who recently requested a Mobility Parking space in Hutchinson Street has now asked for it to be removed as it is no longer required.