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Public Facilities & Services Committee

AGENDA NO. 09/08

Meeting Date: Tuesday, 4 November 2008 Location: Committee Room No. 1, Fifth Floor,

Civic Centre, 1 Devlin Street, Ryde Time: 4.30pm Note: Any matters not determined at the meeting will be considered by Council at its meeting to be held on Tuesday, 11 November 2008.

NOTICE OF BUSINESS Page

1 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES ...................................................................... 1

2 RYDE TOWN CENTRE – Public Domain Upgrade........................................ 2

3 NORTH RYDE PARK UPGRADE – Concept Design INSPECTION ................................................................................................. 11

4 RYDE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE – Minutes of Meeting held 16 October 2008 ............................................... 27

Public Facilities & Services Committee Page 1

Agenda of the Public Facilities & Services Committee Meeting No. 09/08, dated 4 November 2008. Page 1

1 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES RECOMMENDATION: That the minutes of the meeting of the Public Facilities & Services Committee No. 07/08 held on 14 October 2008, be confirmed.



2 RYDE TOWN CENTRE – Public Domain Upgrade Report prepared by: Manager Operations & City Landscape Architect Report dated: 27 October 2008 File No. 2008-09 Management Plan ___________________________________________________________________Report Summary This report discusses the community consultation that took place for the Ryde Town Centre public domain upgrade, and seeks endorsement to proceed with detailed design and construction of one of the options. Background Council endorsed two concept plans for community consultation at the Public Facilities and Services meeting of 1 April 2008. These plans illustrate options for a public domain upgrade at Church Street. See ATTACHED plans. Larger Scale (A3) Plans have been circulated to Councillors UNDER SEPARATE COVER. Both options are similar except for the length of widened footpath area on the eastern side which relates to outdoor dining potential. Option 1 has approximately 52m of widened footpath in comparison with Option 2 which proposes the widening the entire length of footpath between Gowrie Street and Blaxland Road (approximately 200m). The concept design for Blaxland Road is the same for both Option 1 and Option 2. To obtain the footpath widening for a minimum length of future outdoor dining and/or public space, Option 1 results in the loss of 9 parking spaces from a total number of 19 available. To maximise the outdoor dining potential, Option 2, results in the loss of all 19 spaces. In both options all parking and the footpath width are retained on the west side of Church Street. Both options feature granite paving, stepped terraces for outdoor dining, street trees, decorative balustrading and street furniture. All finishes are high quality as specified in the public domain manual and similar to those recently completed along Blaxland Rd and are also a condition of development for the Top Ryde City development. Report Community Consultation Meeting A stakeholders’ meeting was held on 23 July 2008 with twenty one (21) shopkeepers, property owners and local residents at the council offices in Devlin Street. Attendees also included 2 Councillors and representatives of the Chamber of Commerce, St Anne’s Church and the First Church of Christ Scientist. At the meeting, council staff explained the two options, which was followed by detailed discussion (comments and responses are included later in the report). At the conclusion of the meeting, guests were asked to indicate their preference for either option by a show of hands. The results were as follows:- • Option 1 (loss of 9 car spaces) = 10 votes • Option 2 (loss of 19 car spaces) = 11 votes



ITEM 2 (continued) Before the meeting, every shop in Church Street was visited and the concept plans explained. Three proprietors asked that their preference for Option 1 be recorded, as they could not attend the meeting. Also, an email was received from Ryde Hunters Hill Community Housing Co-op, requesting Option 1. Many of their clients are disabled and/or frail aged, and for this reason they require some street parking. These clients are often not able to use public transport. Subsequent to the meeting a letter has been received from the First Church of Christ Scientist re-affirming their support for Option 1 as they had voted on at the meeting. It should also be noted that representatives from the Chamber of Commerce were very strong in their support of Option 2 at the meeting, as they considered that this option would reinvigorate the precinct which will be facing significant competition when the Top Ryde Shopping Centre reopens. In summary, the result of the community consultation process indicates that the preference for either Option 1 or Option 2 are more or less evenly divided. It is considered that Option 2 provides the greatest improvement to the public domain amenity as it transforms this part of Church Street into a pedestrian friendly, outdoor dining area of substantial size. Option 1 being significantly smaller in size will have a more limited impact. The benefits of the best public domain outcome is offset by the loss of additional car parking spaces. Comments from Council’s Traffic Committee will need to be sought as part of the detailed design process. The following is a summary of the comments at the meeting and responses.

Item Comment Response 1. Loss of parallel parking in Church Street.

Many attendees were concerned about the loss of parallel parking and the effect on trade? Residents and tenants park overnight and Church goers on Sundays.

The public domain upgrade is to improve amenity, however the parking issues are acknowledged. In order to optimise the benefit of a substantial area of outdoor dining, car parking is compromised. Top Ryde City will open mid-2010 with 3,650 car spaces.

2. Disabled car spaces.

Are disabled car spaces to be included?

To be examined by CoR traffic engineers for either Option.



ITEM 2 (continued) 3. Designation of outdoor dining precinct.

How will the outdoor dining area be enhanced ?

The precinct will have attractive terraces suitable for dining or recreation. Traffic calming devices combined with balustrading and hedging will enhance the footpath area and reduce the impact of traffic. Also banners, public art, umbrellas and will provide identity to the precinct.

4. Pedestrian crossings.

There is a need for a pedestrian crossing at the laneway and other sites.

A pedestrian crossing is proposed across Church St adjacent to both churches. This warrant for this crossing will need to be endorsed by Council’s Traffic Committee.

5. Church Street with one-way traffic?

Church Street to be made One-way.

Due to the impact on buses and the shift of traffic to neighbouring streets, one traffic movement cannot be considered at this stage.

6. Church St will look shabby after Top Ryde City is complete.

People will need to be enticed back to Church Street after Top Ryde City is complete.

In order to attract people to Church Street, an upgrade is essential. By complimenting Church Street’s unique heritage characteristics, (e.g. the sandstone kerbs and banding), it will be a contrast to the very modern Top Ryde City. This will be the ‘point of difference’.

7. Possible lack of restaurants in the short term.

If restaurants don’t open, how will the terraces function?

The terraces will still provide attractive, shaded public open space.

The terraces can have public seating if they are not leased by restaurants.

8. Street tree selection?

What species of trees will be planted?

The site receives afternoon (westerly) sun and so it is preferable to have deciduous trees for winter sun / summer shade. Pyrus spp (Ornamental Pear) (deciduous) is recommended as a small, appropriate tree. Other choices are Cupaniopsis anacardioides (Tuckeroo) or lillypilly (both native and evergreen).

9. Public art Proposed for Church Street in the Ryde Town Centre Public Domain Plan (adopted by Council in 2006).

Public art can be incorporated into the final design, with further consultation. Public art opportunities to be considered are site-specific street furniture & pavement overlays / inlays, artist-designed balustrading, banners, sculpture. Themes include River Connections, Fruit Bowl, Heritage and St Anne’s Church.



ITEM 2 (continued) 10. Advertising Church Street

It will be important to advertise Church Street after Top Ryde City opens?

Businesses could market the ‘strip’ with special events once or twice a year. The road could be closed to traffic.

11. Design of leasing areas.

How will this happen? Footpath pavement banding at property boundaries indicate leased areas.

Critical Dates There are no critical deadlines with this project. The current Management Plan lists funding in 2009-2010 for the next Ryde Town Centre Public Domain improvements. Management Plan Budget / Linkages This project is from the Management Plan (Capital Works Budget) listed on page No. A-9 of the Management Plan 2008-2012. Relationship to Key Outcome Areas

People This project meets the following key outcomes for People (set out on page 46 of the Management Plan 2008-2012):

P2 A city that plans for people by involving them in decision making to improve their

quality of life. The widened pavement will help provide for social and recreational needs through the provision of space for outdoor dining and socialising. Shopkeepers, shop owners and local residents have had an opportunity to comment on the plans, and all suggestions will be taken into account at the detailed design stage.

Assets This project meets the following key outcomes for Assets (set out on page 56 of the Management Plan 2008-2012):

A1 Well designed streets and paths where motorists, cyclists and pedestrians feel

safe. A2 Well designed places and spaces that minimise personal harm and where

people interact with each other. A3 A high standard of visual appearance for our infrastructure, built environment

and public areas. The new landscaping works will be of high quality, will meet the relevant Australian standards, and will improve safety through the provision of a wider pavement. The reduced width of the traffic lanes and raised threshold will have a traffic calming effect. Outdoor dining increases interaction between people. The stepped terraces will have a high standard of visual appearance and will include attractive balustrading, tree and shrub planting, and new lighting.



ITEM 2 (continued)

Environment This project meets the following key outcomes for Environment (set out on page 67 of the Management Plan 2008-2012):

E5 A leafy City through parks, gardens, trees and the built environment. Church Street will be made more attractive than it is at present. Outdoor dining has been popular in Sydney for many years and is in line with community expectations. Links to the past will be strengthened by distinctive paving in the heritage area, comprising grey granite pavers with sandstone kerbs and sandstone banding. The new landscaping works will include trees and shrubs to increase the leafy character of the city.

Governance This project meets the following key outcomes for Governance (set out on page 75 of the Management Plan 2008-2012):

G1 Improved communication with the community and increased awareness and understanding of Council’s decisions by the community.

G2 Members of the community are engaged through involvement in democratic decision making and the promotion of active citizenship.

The stakeholders’ meeting has helped to increase awareness and understanding of Council’s decisions by the community. There has been engagement through involvement in democratic decision making. Financial Impact It is proposed to undertake the public domain upgrade of the Ryde Town Centre in stages. The first stage proposed is the reconstruction of Church St between Blaxland Rd and Gowrie St. This would include the reconstruction of the road carriageway, widened, terraced footpaths on the eastern side, granite paving, multi function poles, soft landscaping and street furniture. The preliminary estimate for the two options discussed in this report are as follows:- • Option 1 - 1.8 Million

• Option 2 – 2.0 Million Council’s Management Plan 2008–2012 makes provisions in the capital works programs 2009 – 2010 of $900k and subsequently $500k in 2010 – 2011. Additional funds will need to be allocated for stage one works to be completed. It is preferred to complete stage 1 works in the 2009 -2010 financial year to coincide with the opening of the Top Ryde City shopping complex. Further stages (including Blaxland Road) will be undertaken as funds become available or as developers undertake the public domain works as conditions of development. Policy Implications There are no policy implications through adoption of the recommendation.



ITEM 2 (continued) Other Options Two options were considered for the upgrade of the Ryde Town Centre with community support for both options being evenly divided. Conclusion The east side of Church Street is an ideal location for terraced outdoor dining. The construction of Top Ryde City will need to be balanced by attractions in other parts of Ryde Town Centre. Church Street is relatively quiet with good access to afternoon sun, so could be a popular year-round dining area. The two (2) concept plans have been discussed by interested members of the community, with a preferred option not clearly evident. The concerns outlined in this report will be taken into account during detailed design. RECOMMENDATION: (a) That the report of the Manager Operations and City Landscape Architect on

‘Ryde Town Centre – Public Domain Upgrade’ be received and noted. (b) That Council endorse the Concept Design for Blaxland Road, and the Concept

Design - Option 2 for Church Street as outlined in this report, and detailed designs now be finalised.

(c) That comments from Council’s Traffic Committee be sought in relation to the

detailed designs. (d) That the allocation of funding for the Ryde Town Centre Public Domain works

be considered in the 2009-2010 Capital Works Program when the next Management Plan is being developed.

Report prepared by: Nadine Croker City Landscape Architect Barry Hodge Manager - Operations Report approved by: Sue Weatherley Group Manager Environment & Planning Kim Woodbury Group Manager – Public Works.



ITEM 2 (continued) ATTACHMENT


Agenda of the Public Facilities & Services Committee Meeting No. 09/08, dated 4 November 2008.Page 10




3 NORTH RYDE PARK UPGRADE – Concept Design Report prepared by: Manager – Landscape Assets Report dated: 29 October 2008 File No. LSP2008/454

INSPECTION Report Summary In the 2008/2009 Management Plan, North Ryde Park is proposed to be upgraded to provide a rejuvenated sports field, an improved amenities building and an enhanced passive recreational area providing new playground facilities for the community. A concept design for the park has been developed and this report provides an overview of the proposed upgrade works, as well as outcomes from a community consultation survey undertaken prior to the development of the concept design. Background The Council resolved to upgrade North Ryde Park in the 2008/2009 financial year with a budget of $800,000 allocated to undertake the works. North Ryde Park is hired on a regular basis during the summer and winter seasons, catering for both cricket and soccer. The condition of the sports field at present is poor, with identified problems in the level of the sports ground and also an old and inefficient irrigation system. The field also at present does not have a drainage system in place. The playground is also old and has been identified as in need of a major refurbishment to cater for older children. There is also opportunity to improve the existing amenity building, which includes a canteen and storage area for the sporting groups. Report Community and Stakeholder Consultation In July 2008, a questionnaire was delivered to approximately 500 households located within a 500 metre radius from North Ryde Park. The objective of the questionnaire was to identify: • Who uses the park and how often they visit the park; • Elements of any park that were deemed important to the user, for example, park

entry signs, playground, seating area and picnic facilities; • Key items that should be improved in North Ryde Park; and • Key playground features that should be retained or incorporated in any upgrade

works. The survey period commenced on Friday, 27 June 2008 and concluded on Wednesday, 16 July 2008. A copy of the survey is ATTACHED as ATTACHMENT 1 A consultation session was also held on site on Saturday, 5 July 2008 between 9am and 11am. The residents were notified of this consultation session and were given the opportunity to speak with Council Officers directly of any concerns or requests regarding the upgrade of the park. A total of 121 submissions were received following the conclusion of the survey period. The outcomes of the survey as well as from the consultation session identified the following:



ITEM 3 (continued) • 98% of the responses were from local residents living close to North Ryde Park,

with: o 86% lived between 0 and 2km from the park; o 9% lived between 2 and 5km from the park; o 3% lived between 5 and 10km from the park; and o 2% lived greater than 10km from the park.

• The three elements that are considered important in any park were: o A safe interesting play area with a large open space (28%); o Clean and decent toilet facilities (15%); and o A good sports field (12%). o Other elements considered important included safety, promotion of

natural bush areas, shade, provision of meeting areas, improved park lighting and picnicking facilities.

• The three elements that are important in North Ryde Park were: o Natural bush setting (37%); o Good open play space (37%); and o Family friendly park, catering for a number of users (7%).

• Elements considered of highest importance in North Ryde Park: o Playground; o Seats / Seating Area; o Picnic Tables; o Picnic Shelters; o Waste / Recycling Bins; o Drinking Water Fountains; o Public Toilet Facilities; and o Park Lighting.

• 84% supported improvements to the overall landscape of the park. In particular: o 24% considered the natural value of the bush areas to be significant

and supported the promotion of these areas; o 27% would support more landscaping; and o 18% would like to see the entry points of the park made more

prominent. • 89% supported improvements to the playground, where:

o 17% would like more shade around the play area; o 15% identified a preference for more play items for the children

between the ages of 4 and 15 years; o 13% would like more seats around the play area.

• 87% supported improvements to the amenities building, with: o 26% supporting improvements to the interior of the building; o 20% identifying a need for improved lighting outside the building; and o 17% identifying a need for improved lighting inside the building.

• 72% supported a complete renovation of the sporting field.



ITEM 3 (continued) A consultation session was also held on 6 June 2008 on site with the key representatives from Gladesville Hornsby Football Association, Gladesville District Cricket Association, and North Ryde Soccer Club to advise the sports groups of the upcoming works at North Ryde Park and to provide an overview of the project, advise of any implications the works may have on the sporting season and field availability, and identify any other concerns the groups may have with respect to the works to be undertaken. The key issues identified by the groups were: • The change rooms are not currently being used by the players. Instead, these

areas are used to store the sports equipment due to the lack of storage available; • The existing toilet amenities are in poor condition and is prone to vandalism; • Any works undertaken on the field should not affect the size of the sports field;

and • The canteen area is small and more storage space is required to store non-

perishable food items. Landscape Concept Design Based on the outcomes of the survey and the consultation sessions, a concept design was developed by landscape architect consultants, POD Landscape Architects. The concept design takes into consideration the sensitivities currently present in the area, such as the native bush regeneration area on the northern end of the park, as well as in the south east corner of the park, as well as the close proximity of residents along Magdala Road and Cressy Road. The concept design for the park is ATTACHED (ATTACHMENT 2) and the key elements of the proposed design include: • Enlargement of the existing natural bush regeneration area; • Removal of the existing sports field steel mesh fencing and replacement with a

new fence that will enclose the whole field and include gates on the northern and southern end of the field for access;

• Internal pedestrian pathways through the park to provide a loop fitness track around the sports field, leading to the amenities building;

• Picnic table and seats around the play area; • Relocation of the existing playground area to be adjacent to the playing field,

providing better line of sight from the amenity building to the playground; • Inclusion of a new fitness area on the northern end of the park; • Provision of a paved forecourt area leading from the amenities building to the

sporting field; and • More plantings of trees along the playground area to provide shade. It should be noted that the size of the sports field has not been compromised as a result of this upgrade. As part of the proposed upgrade works, it is proposed to remove eleven trees to:



ITEM 3 (continued) • Improve the pathway alignment along Pittwater Road; • Open up the entry point from Pittwater Road into North Ryde Park; • Remove any obstructions and hazards away from the sports field; and • Allow the construction of a pathway along the sports field, leading to the

playground area. A tree survey was completed by Naturally Trees Arboricultural Consulting in September 2008 to identify the species and hazard ratings of the trees which may be impacted by the proposed works. Each tree was allocated a hazard rating between H1 and H5, where: • H1 refers to non hazardous; • H2 refers to minor hazard, ranging from nuisance value to minor damage or

minor injury; • H3 refers to medium hazard, with some likelihood of serious injury, damage to

roofing or houses; • H4 refers to high hazard, with capacity to cause death or very serious injury; and • H5 refers to very high hazard, with capacity to cause death or very serious injury. The proposed trees to be removed are detailed below and shown in the plan (ATTACHMENT 3): Tree No.

Species Hazard Rating

Comment

47 Camphor laurel Cinnamomum camphora

H1 Declared noxious weed.

52 Queensland Brush Box Lophostemon confertus

H1 Recommended for removal to allow access path into North Ryde Park from Pittwater Road

53 Narrow leafed peppermint Eucalyptus nicholii

H1 Lopped, epicormic shoots. Recommended for removal to allow access path into North Ryde Park from Pittwater Road

54 Radiata pine Pinus radiata

H4 Root damage, leaning over oval Recommended for removal to remove hazard away from oval



ITEM 3 (continued) Tree No.

Species Hazard Rating

Comment

55 Thin leaved stringy bark Eucalpytus eugenioides

H5 Splits, epicormic shoots, unstable, structurally hazardous. Recommended for removal to allow path along Pittwater Road to be realigned to remove the curve

56 Eucalyptus sp H2 Recommended for removal to allow path along Pittwater Road to be realigned to remove the curve

57 Radiata pine Pinus radiata

H3 Recommended for removal to remove hazard away from oval


H1 Recommended for removal to enable pathway around field to be constructed.

204 Thin leaved stringy bark Eucalpytus eugenioides






Formal approval to remove trees will be requested following community feedback on the Concept Plan. It should be noted that the removal of any tree from the park will be replaced with endemic native trees, suitable to the area. Amenity Building Upgrade The condition of the existing amenity building is satisfactory however the interior fit out of the building can be significantly improved on.



ITEM 3 (continued) It has been identified that the building is dimly lit and has poor ventilation. The amenity block, which also includes a canteen on the western side of the building, has old fixtures and fittings which would benefit from replacement. Furthermore, there is insufficient lockable storage or shelving space available to the user group that operates the canteen. The change room is also currently utilised to store equipment by the sporting groups, due to a lack of storage facilities. A redesign of the interior fit out of the building has been undertaken by an architect and the design of the building now includes: • Lockable cupboards in the canteen, as well as open shelves for storage and

benchtops; • New amenities and bathroom fixtures and fittings which comply with the relevant

Australian Standards; • A toilet facility which complies with disability requirements; and • A storage area in each change room to for the sporting user groups. The layout of the amenity building is ATTACHED as ATTACHMENT 4. Quotations are currently being sourced for a building contractor to undertake the fit out works with a view for works to be completed by April 2009. Sports Field Upgrade The survey and consultation sessions also identified a need to rejuvenate the sports field. At present, it has been identified that the playing field is in poor condition, with the unevenness of the field surface being a major concern. From an operational perspective, the existing irrigation system is also old and is in need of an upgrade and there is currently no drainage system in the field. As part of the upgrade of North Ryde Park, the field has recently been regraded to provide a smooth and levelled playing surface. An irrigation system has been designed and will be installed in November 2008, to be followed by turfing and drainage works. The sports field will be completed by March 2009, prior to the commencement of the soccer season. Budgetary Constraints A budget of $800,000 has been allocated in the 2008/2009 Capital Works Program to upgrade North Ryde Park. The breakdown of the costs is expected to be as follows: Description of Works Estimated Costs Upgrade of passive recreational area including new playground, pathways, landscaping, park furniture

$400,000

Upgrade of sports fields, including grading, irrigation, drainage and turfing, and rebuild of cricket wicket

$150,000

Upgrade of amenity building with new fittings and fixtures $250,000 Total $800,000



ITEM 3 (continued) Program of Works The program to undertake the works is as follows: Description of Works Anticipated

Start Date Anticipated Completion Date

Passive Landscaping Works Public exhibition of the concept design (subject to Council resolution)

November 2008

December 2008

Report to Council on the outcomes of the public exhibition

February 2009 February 2009

Finalisation of the detailed design February 2009 March 2009 Advertisement of tender for landscape contractor to undertake the works

March 2009 March 2009

Report to Council on the recommended landscape contractor

April 2009 April 2009

Commencement of construction works for the passive landscaping works (including removal of trees, subject to Council approval)

April 2009 June 2009

Amenity Building Upgrade Fit out of amenity building December

2008 April 2009

Sports Field Upgrade Regrading of the sports field Completed Installation of an automated irrigation system November

2008 November 2008

Laying of turf November 2008

December 2008

Installation of drainage system January 2009 February 2009 Consultation Internal Council business units consulted included:- • Parks; and • Operations (Maintenance Services). Internal Workshops held:- • Not Applicable. City of Ryde Advisory Committees consulted included:- • Not Applicable External public consultation included:- • Gladesville Hornsby Football Association; • Gladesville District Cricket Association; and • North Ryde Soccer Club.



ITEM 3 (continued) Comments An initial consultation meeting was held with the key representatives of the Gladesville Hornsby Football Association, Gladesville District Cricket Association and the North Ryde Soccer Club to identify any issues or concerns regarding the upgrade of North Ryde Park, in particular, the sports field. Comments were received and have been taken into consideration in the development of the concept design for both the passive landscaping of the park, as well as in the design of the interior fit out of the amenity building. The proposed design of the amenity building was also issued to the board members of the North Ryde Soccer Club, who operates the canteen, for comment. The proposed design was acknowledged and the design was considered acceptable. Critical Dates The following deadlines are required to be met: • Renovation of the sports field and amenity building is to be completed by the

end of March 2009, prior to the commencement of the soccer season. Management Plan Budget / Linkages This project is from the Management Plan listed on page No. A-12 of the Management Plan 2008-2012. Relationship to Key Outcome Areas


P1 A vibrant city that is economically strong and engages its community through cutltural and social activities.

P2 A city that plans for people by involving them in decision making to improve their quality of life.

P3 A harmonious community through a culturally enriched and respectful society. The upgrade of North Ryde Park will provide an improved recreational area and sports field for the enjoyment of the community as well as sporting groups. The community and stakeholder groups were consulted to identify their views with respect to the park and these were taken into consideration when developing the concept design of the park.


A2 Well designed places and spaces that minimise personal harm and where people interact with each other.

A3 A high standard of visual appearance for our infrastructure, built environment and public areas.

Once completed, North Ryde Park will be equipped with new playground equipment and park furniture, which will enhance the visual appearance of the park.



ITEM 3 (continued)


E3 Preserved natural ecological systems and areas. E5 A leafy City through parks, gardens, trees and the built environment. E6 Sustainable practices in buildings, waste management, transport, energy

systems and water use. The proposed landscape design of the park promotes the natural bush regeneration area that is prominent on the northern end and south-eastern end of the park. The design proposes to enlarge these areas, and the landscaping will include a number of local indigenous plants and shrubs that will complement its current surrounds. Park furniture, such as bollards and boardwalks will also utilise sustainable products, such as recycled plastic and construction will be undertaken with care to ensure the natural bush areas are not impacted by the works.


G3 Review of best practice approaches on Governance to enhance the delivery of services to the community.

G4 A safe working environment with skilled and motivated staff who are committed to the organisation’s vision and values.

G5 Compliance with all legislative requirements and statutory obligations. The community and stakeholder groups have been provided with the opportunity to participate in consultation sessions and to provide comment on the proposed works to be undertaken at North Ryde Park. All works associated with this project will be undertaken in accordance with the legislative requirements and statutory obligations. Financial Impact It is estimated that the total cost of the project is $800,000. This project is provided for in the current 2008/2009 Capital Works Program. Policy Implications There are no policy implications through adoption of the recommendation. Other Options No other options were considered. Conclusion North Ryde Park has been identified as in need of an upgrade. A budget has been allocated in the 2008/2009 Capital Works Program to undertake this works, and prior to the commencement of the design phase, consultation with the key stakeholder groups and the community to obtain their views on how the park is utilised, and how it should be improved. All comments received from the survey and consultation sessions have been collated and these were taken into consideration in the development of the landscape concept plan.



ITEM 3 (continued) It is proposed that the landscape concept plan be placed on public exhibition for the standard period of three weeks, and members of the community and the stakeholder groups be invited to comment. Following this phase, it is proposed to finalise the landscape design and prepare for the commencement of the construction phase. RECOMMENDATION: (a) That the report of the Manager – Landscape Assets dated 29 October 2008 on

North Ryde Park Upgrade – Concept Design be received and noted. (b) That the landscape concept plan be placed on public exhibition for a period of

three weeks to obtain comment from the community and stakeholder groups. (c) That a report on the outcomes of the public exhibition of the landscape concept

plan be presented to the Council prior to commencing construction of the passive landscape works.

Report prepared by: Kim Swain Manager – Landscape Assets Report approved by: Kim Woodbury Group Manager Public Works



ITEM 3 (continued) ATTACHMENT 1



4 RYDE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE – Minutes of Meeting held 16 October 2008

Report prepared by: Manager - Access Report dated: 21 October 2008 File No. COR2006/277

Report Summary The Minutes of the Ryde Traffic Committee held on 16 October 2008 are ATTACHED for Council’s consideration. Background The individual Reports relate to specific traffic and safety issues relevant to members of the community. Report The details relating to each situation are included in each of the individual Reports. Consultation Internal Council business units consulted included:- • Council’s Business Units, as required. Internal Workshops held:- • Not applicable. City of Ryde Advisory Committees consulted included:- • Bicycle Advisory Committee External public consultation included:- • NSW Police, RTA, STA, relevant Local Members of Parliament and community

organisations. Critical Dates There are no critical dates or deadlines to be met. Management Plan Budget / Linkages Council has accepted the delegated authority from the RTA relating to the regulation of traffic on local roads in the City of Ryde. Part of this responsibility at regular meetings of the Traffic Committee requiring representation from Council, the RTA, the Police, STA and relevant Local Members of Parliament. The provision of traffic facilities is provided in the Management Plan 2008-2012 and recurrent expenditure is included in the Traffic Management Section and Traffic Facilities – Block Grant of the Management Plan 2008-2009. This project forms part of the 2008/2009 Operational Budget for (Action Plan Group). Relationship to Key Outcome Areas




ITEM 4 (continued) P1 A vibrant city that is economically strong and engages its community through

cutltural and social activities. P2 A city that plans for people by involving them in decision making to improve their

quality of life. P3 A harmonious community through a culturally enriched and respectful society. Consideration of this matter is part of Council’s strategy of providing a safe environment for the community.


A1 Well designed streets and paths where motorists, cyclists and pedestrians feel safe.

A2 Well designed places and spaces that minimise personal harm and where people interact with each other.

A3 A high standard of visual appearance for our infrastructure, built environment and public areas.

Consideration of this matter is part of Council’s strategy of providing well designed traffic facility infrastructure.


E1 Clean air through better integrated transport systems. E2 Clean water through control of pollution entering our waterways and through

protection of these waterways. E3 Preserved natural ecological systems and areas. E5 A leafy City through parks, gardens, trees and the built environment. E6 Sustainable practices in buildings, waste management, transport, energy

systems and water use. Consideration of this matter is part of Council’s strategy of being responsive to community needs and providing a safe and well built environment for the benefit of the community.


G1 Improved awareness and understanding of Council’s decisions by the community.

G2 Members of the community are engaged in democratic decision making. G3 Review of best practice approaches on Governance to enhance the delivery of

services to the community. G4 A safe working environment with skilled and motivated staff who are committed

to the organisation’s vision and values. G5 Compliance with all legislative requirements and statutory obligations. G6 An efficient and effective regulatory environment. Consideration of this matter is part of Council’s strategy of engaging the local community in the democratic decision making process.



ITEM 4 (continued) Financial Impact There is no specific financial impact as a result of the adoption of the recommendations of the Ryde Traffic Committee. Funds are allocated to carry out smaller works and further Reports being submitted to Council for larger works, following the preparation of detailed engineering designs and detailing the funding requirements for each individual project. Policy Implications There are no policy implications through adoption of the recommendation. Other Options Other options have been considered and listed where appropriate in each Report. Conclusion The ATTACHED Minutes be tabled at Council for consideration and endorsement. RECOMMENDATION: That the report of the Manager-Access, dated 21 October 2008 on Ryde Traffic Committee – Minutes of Meeting held 16 October 2008, be received and the minutes be adopted as resolutions of Council. Report prepared by: Andrew Cooper Manager - Access Report approved by: Kim Woodbury Group Manager Public Works

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