That Council investigates
options within Kissing Point Park, Putney for the provision of electricity
supply for the leased food truck currently operating at this location.
That staff contact the
business operator (Carlotta Gattafu from Cee’s Sangas and Jaffles) within 10
days to commence this investigation and formulate options.
That
Council investigates installing three (3) flag poles at the Meadowbank Park
Memorial.
That all protocols are adhered in the investigation.
That an implementation plan be reported back to Council in February, including
a design and cost to deliver this significant improvement to the Memorial.
That Council investigates a Putney Park Action Plan to address the below
concerns over a staged period:
List of Items Concerning Putney Park / Pellisier Road in Urgent
Need of Attention
1. Boat & Trailor
Parking Pellisier Road - Many registered and unregistered
vehicles are “abandoned” for lengthy periods
of time in Pellisier Road
Suggested Action: Survey local residents for views about boat/trailor parking,
introduce timed parking
if supported by
residents
2. Pellisier Road Access to Punt - Vehicles speed to/from Punt on Pellisier Road
Suggested
Action: Ask Highway Patrol to randomly patrol & enforce speed limits (no traffic
calming devices required)
3. Nature Strip Pellisier Road (Park
Side) - Unlevel & predominantly dirt for foot traffic
Suggested Action: Level &
grass or install permanent footpath
4. Children’s Play Equipment
Adjacent to New Toilet
Block - Erosion of bark chips underneath play equipment
Suggested Action: Remediate play area with a better solution
5. Security & Safety of Park -
Overgrowth reduces sight access from Pellisier Road, encouragement to
drug dealing & anti-social behaviour
Suggested Action: Improve vision of park from
Pellisier Road, add lighting/security cameras, further encourage Police
patrols of area
6. Weeds & Non-Native Vegetation - BINDI, weeds
and non-
authorised vegetation prolificating
Suggested Action: Spray for BINDI
and remove non-native & non authorised
vegetation
7. Punt End of Park - Isolated, overgrown & lacking facilities
Suggested
Action: Reduce vegetation/trees and provide facilities for use, re-grass around
decommissioned toilet block, provide firm road surface for Council
vehicles using decommissioned toilet block
8. Triangle of Land from McGowan to Punt - Bushcare not keeping up, no facilities
Suggested Action: Reduce vegetation/trees and provide facilities (eg. benches &
seating) to encourage use
9. Car Park Entry Pellisier
Road - Entry to Park carpark
unclear & often missed
Suggested
Action: Add new clear signage for car park, consider reversing entry & exit points for safety
10. Usability of Park -
Walking trails eroded
and steps degraded, limited signage
Suggested
Action: Introduce new walking
trails & repair existing
trails & steps, provide signage indicating toilets, play equipment etc. and
remove advertising on pole
11. Sea Wall &
Bottom River Area - Sea wall degraded, regular flooding of flat river
grassed area, surface is unlevel and large holes near wall, significant safety
issue
Suggested Action: Raise/repair seawall,
relevel flat area to prevent tidal inundation and fill & re-grass hollows
where required
12. Kayaks/Canoes - No launching facility in Park for
Parramatta River
Suggested Action: Add permanent ramp adjacent
to sea wall at gradient less than 30 degrees
13. Bushcare Program - Pellisier
Road Bushcare volunteers need more members, park is too large
for small group of volunteers
Suggested
Action: More use of media and Council
publications to encourage more residents to volunteer
for Bushcare program
14. Volunteer Assistance - No facility for residents
to assist with general Park maintenance
Suggested
Action: Encourage local residents to form “Friends of Putney Park” Group to assist with Park
maintenance & upkeep
That staff report back to Council in March 2023 regarding the findings from the
investigation.
That staff collaborate with
Deaf Connect to facilitate the establishment of Story Time sessions within all
our libraries.
That a report be brought
back to the Council meeting in February 2023.
That Council investigate
the establishment of a City of Ryde Young Arts and Creative Awards Annual
Competition with writing and art categories across three age groups 10 to 13,
14 to 17 and 18 to 21.
That a report be brought
back to the Council meeting in February 2023 once the investigation has been
undertaken.
That Council notes the concerns raised by patrons of the Ryde Aquatic
Leisure Centre in finding parking when visiting this facility and that the use
of the surrounding road network impacts on the availability of on street
parking for local residents.
That Council staff investigate the feasibility of providing a temporary
parking area within the grassy area occupying the southern part of the Ryde
Aquatic Leisure Centre site (next to the tennis courts).
That Council staff report back to Councillors on the outcomes of part
(b) within the next three (3) months.
That all neighbouring residents be consulted of this exploration.
That
Council notes the fluctuations in reports of illegal dumping on residential
streets across the City of Ryde particularly following recent wet weather, and
the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 on Council services.
That
Council acknowledges Council’s free booked clean up service provides a
flexible, efficient and environmentally beneficial service for residents.
That
Council staff as soon as possible, undertakes a comprehensive and targeted
education campaign to tackle illegal dumping of rubbish on streets across the
City of Ryde - with information on a prominent page in City of Ryde local
media, social media and on the council website, stickers and decals on Council
trucks and vehicles - focused on:
i. How
to use the booked clean up service;
ii. How
to report illegal dumping;
iii. Local
opportunities to reuse, swap and share, including online groups, resale
platforms and local reuse organisations; and
iv. The
financial, social and environmental cost to the community of illegal dumping.
That
Council, as part of its education campaign, engages with real estate agents to
provide information to tenants or owners who are relocating about the booked
clean up service and engages with strata committees to better manage
collections.
That
Council increases patrols of dumping hotspots.
That
Council increases and employs Council’s social media budget for the purpose of
promoting core services that benefit the local community.
That Council notes the rise in dog ownership
across the Ryde Local Government Area (LGA), Council’s significant investment
in local dog parks and infrastructure, and the role of local government in
facilitating responsible dog ownership.
That Council acknowledges the risk that untrained
or poorly socialised dogs can present to the community, including attacks on
other dogs or people.
That Council investigates the implementation of four (4) free
puppy classes for dog owners in this Council term to encourage responsible dog
ownership and brings back a report to Council which includes costs and also
investigates the feasibility of providing this service in partnership with
authorised local dog training providers.
That Council undertakes a review of signage
across the LGA to maximise community awareness about designated dog areas.
That Council investigates the installation of signage in areas
frequented by dogs to promote dog ownership responsibilities and provides a
report back to Council.
That Council undertakes a review of the
effectiveness of ranger patrols of designated dog areas in promoting
responsible dog ownership.
That Council staff provide advice back to Council
about Council’s role in educating the community about responsible pet
ownership.
That
Council review its policies for Companion Animal ownership to ensure they
contribute to responsible pet ownership in the LGA.
That Council amend Part
8 of the Code of Meeting Practice – Order of Business for Ordinary Council
Meetings to include Condolences and Acknowledgments so that Councillors may
bring Condolence Motions and Acknowledgements for the local community before
the Council Meeting.
That Council amend
Clause 8.1 of the Code of Meeting Practice to read as follows:
8.1 The
General Order of Business for an Ordinary Meeting of Council shall be:
a. Opening Meeting
b. Acknowledgement of Country and Opening Statements (including notice of
webcasting)
c. Prayer
d. National Anthem
e. Apologies / Requests for Leave of Absence
f. Disclosures of Interest
g. Condolences and Acknowledgements (if required)
h. Tabling of Petitions (if required)
i. Written Submissions from the Public
j. Items Put Without Debate (Considered by Exception)
k. Mayoral Minutes
l. Confirmation of Minutes from Previous Meetings
m. Reports to Council
n. Precis of Correspondence
o. Notices of Motion
p. Notice of Rescission (if required)
q. Urgent Items as submitted by the Mayor
r. Questions by Councillors as per Policy
s. Consideration of any business in Closed Session
t. Conclusion of the Meeting
That
Council considers the above amendments to Council’s Code of Meeting Practice as
set out in parts (a) and (b) above to not be substantial amendments and
accordingly public exhibition is not required.
That Council thanks NSW SES
Ryde Unit for their assistance to the residents of Ryde throughout this years
unprecedented weather conditions.
That the Mayor organises a
small thank you function on a Sunday afternoon to personally thank the Ryde SES
volunteers for their service to the community.
That the function be funded
from the Councillor and Mayoral fees and associated expenses budget up to an
amount saved this year from a decision of Council not to take the annual fee
increase of 2% for 2022/2023.
That the event be promoted
through all media channels and an open invitation in the Mayors Column to
residents affected during recent emergencies so they can attend to show their
appreciation.
That Council commissions an
independent Road Safety Audit to be undertaken at the roundabout intersection
of Charles Street and Parry Street, Putney to assess safety risks to road users
at this location (eg. children crossing Charles Street).
That Council considers
appropriate options such as the provision of a pedestrian crossing or
pedestrian refuge on Charles Street at/near Parry Street to mitigate risks
identified in the independent Road Safety Audit.
That Council undertakes
community consultation on proposed options to improve pedestrian safety at the
roundabout intersection of Charles Street and Parry Street, Putney.
That the option(s)
supported by the outcomes of the public consultation are tabled at the Ryde
Local Traffic Committee for endorsement and reported back to Council.
That Council carry out a
site inspection of 2 Nelson Street, Gladesville within 10 days with the
residents, any interested Councillors, the Acting Director and any appropriate
staff to be present. The purpose of the inspection is to discuss the
safety component.
That following the inspection,
Council staff bring a report back to the next Council meeting outlining
recommendations.
That staff develop a “Live Music Strategy” for the City of Ryde within the next 6 months that:
i. seeks
to deliver a range of practical actions in collaboration with partner agencies
and individuals;
ii. manages the impacts of live music on residents and
the community without compromising the viability of the city’s live music
venues;
iii. facilitates opportunities for an all-age music
sector to nurture emerging local talent and provide career pathways in the live
music sector;
iv. provides safe live music participation
opportunities for young audiences;
v. activates the City of Ryde’s growth through the
delivery of live music performance in a range of indoor and outdoor venues and
settings;
vi. promotes social cohesion and community
well-being;
vii. includes an implementation plan for permanent live
music venues.
That
following completion of the “Live Music Strategy”, staff investigate whether
there are any City of Ryde facilities that could be utilised as live music
venues and report back to Council on these possibilities with developing a EOI
to conduct permanent live music venues.
That staff provide a report to Council within three months, addressing
the following:
Identify any existing
formal strategies, informal practices, or targets already in place promoting
hiring of apprentices and trainees by Council.
If such targets or
strategies exist, whether they are currently being met, and if not, reasons
why.
Are there any
teams/operations within Council that currently has staff with appropriate trade
skills able to train an apprentice in that trade?
Are there any
teams/operations within Council that are currently outsourced, but if brought
in house, would then have staff with appropriate trade skills able to train an
apprentice in that trade?
What are the barriers to
Council hiring more apprentices/trainees, and how might those barriers be
overcome?
If no targets exist, what
would be an achievable target for apprentices hired by Council each year?
Does Council impose any
KPIs on its trade contractors relating to whether those contractors hire
apprentices? Would it be feasible for Council to impose such a KPI? What would
a reasonable KPI be?
When requesting tenders
from contractors for trade work, does Council ask tenderers to provide any
information about whether they hire apprentices? If so, what weight is given to
this information? If not, would it be feasible to require this information to
be provided by tenderers moving forward?
Identify any state or
federal incentives or grants which Council could apply for to offset the costs
of hiring apprentices.
That Council staff identify more durable
and permanent stencil solutions and replace the temporary hop skip and jump in
Putney by ending of September 2022.
That if the new solution is successful it be
considered for other suitable locations such as (and not limited to) Blenheim
Rd, Cox’s Rd, Boronia Park, and West Ryde Plaza, subject to consultation with
local businesses and any affected stakeholders to confirm a suitable location.
That this program be funded from the existing
Neighbourhood Activation Budget up to $6,000.
That Council considers the inclusion of a Hop,
Skip & Jump in future Park and Town Centre Master Plans.
That Council identified when doing the new footpath in Arthur Street,
Ryde to install a ramp at the end of the street to improve the accessibility
for the wheel chair residents from Arthur to Lane Cove Road.
That a pram ramp be installed immediately next to the new steps on
Arthur Street, at Lane Cove Road.
That this work be funded from Council’s asset replacement reserve.
That Council acknowledges the contributions of Pastor Robyn Pebbles for
the betterment of the community.
That Council donate a seat and plaque at Miriam Park, West Ryde in
honour and memory of Pastor Pebbles, to be unveiled at a ceremony on 25
September 2022.
That Council consult with the senior leaders of the Church of the Good
Shepherd to discuss any arrangements required for the unveiling event.
That the seat, plaque and unveiling event by funded from the Mayor’s
event budget.
That Council undertake a consultation process to relocate the dog off
leash area to the southern corner of Pidding Park in the space between the
sports field and the existing natural area.
That a new design be developed to include dog exercise equipment,
seating, shade, fencing and drinking water in the consultation process.
That Council defer the delivery of the Meadowbank Dog Off Leash area
currently identified in Council’s draft 2022/23 Operational Plan to the 2023/24
year to enable appropriate resources to be prioritised for this project.
That the report be presented to Council in September 2022 on the
outcomes of the consultation and include the funding implications.
That Council’s Transport department urgently meet with the residents of
72-80 Higginbotham Road, Ryde to discuss their concerns with road safety
following a spate of accidents in this area.
That the staff investigate
solutions to minimise the potential for future accidents to occur in this area.
That a report be tabled
for Council’s consideration within 3 months that details the solutions
investigated and the respective costs.
That due to the significant
impact of Covid and weather on the available play time, Council considers a
rebate or credit of 45% on NDCA’s hiring of turf wickets for the recent
2021-2022 summer season with a view that those funds be passed onto the
relevant local clubs.
That staff report back on
the preferred option and funding source through the first quarter review of the
2022/23 financial year.
That Council make a $2,500 one off donation to the Salvation Army Red
Shield Appeal 2022 to be funded from the Councillor Induction Training budget.
That as part of the
Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal 2022, a 6th Charity Golf Day is to
be held at North Ryde Golf Course with a tentative date of Friday, 8 July
2022. Given the fact that this represents an opportunity for further
promotion and support by Council of the Red Shield Appeal as well as a valuable
marketing, partnership and promotion opportunity for Council (given the
prominent location within the LGA), it is recommended that Council purchase a
Gold Sponsorship at a cost of $3,300 to be funded from the Councillor Induction
Training budget.
That the Mayor write to
the Principals of Meadowbank High School, Ryde Secondary College, Marist
College Eastwood, Holy Cross College Ryde and Epping Boys High School
requesting that they nominate up to two (2) students each to be included in the
City of Ryde sponsored teams.
That a photo shoot be
arranged on the golf day that includes the event organisers and City of Ryde
participants to advertise Council’s support and goodwill for the Red Shield
Appeal, that is then released through Council’s media channels.
That to facilitate the ongoing funding of charitable drives and
donations, staff develop a charitable donations policy and budget for inclusion
in future operational and delivery plans.
That
Council investigate the traffic and road safety issues at the following
intersections with a view to providing improvements for the safety of our
community:
i. Coxs Road and Blenheim Road – Roundabout
ii. Twin Road and Goulding Road – T-intersection arrangement
iii. Charles Street, outside St Charles primary school – pedestrian crossing
That a workshop be held with Councillors within 3 months, prior to Traffic
Committee consideration to discuss possible safety improvements and potential
funding requirements.
That staff investigate how an appropriate
accessible pathway can be constructed that connects Morrison Road to Bill
Mitchell Park.
That a new accessible pathway be considered for construction that links with
the existing pathway to provide a loop around Bill Mitchell Park.
That staff report back
to Council in a workshop within 3 months with costings and potential funding
sources for (a) and (b).
That Council
investigate to implement the placement of electronic notice boards in town
centres or strategic places to advertise Council services and events throughout
the LGA.
That a report be
brought back to Council within 6 months.
That Council
host a Mayors civic morning tea for the Country Women’s Association of NSW
(CWA) on Monday, 2 May 2022 in celebration of their 100th
Anniversary, to be funded from the Mayoral budget.
That Council
officers liaise with CWA and the Mayor’s office to organise the morning tea.
That the CWA are
asked to provide their scrumptious scones if in agreement.
That a plaque be
erected to commemorate this milestone.
That the Mayors
civic morning tea for the Country Women’s Association of NSW event be promoted
through all media channels.
That Council
investigate a proposed solution to the engineered hazard facing cyclists at the
Waterview roundabout, which breaches just about every cycling safety principle
with an immediate action to be taken, if required.
That this issue
be placed on the Agenda of the new Sport, Recreation and Leisure Working Group
with a report to be presented to Council within 3 months.
That Council prepare a report on options to expand markets in the City
of Ryde that would be run by a suitably experienced operator.
That options for markets
include a direct benefit to the Ryde community.
Any future procurement process for a market operator to include an
operating model that supports locally based stall holders and local charities.
That Council confirms it’s Synthetic Surface Action Plan
that was endorsed by the previous Council and the implementation plan for
delivery of synthetic fields in the City of Ryde.
That Council note the review of synthetic
surfaces currently being undertaken by the NSW Chief Scientist at the request
of the NSW Minister for Planning and due to be reported by mid-2022.
That the Synthetic Surface Action Plan be
reviewed and a report be presented to Council by the end of June with
recommendations of implementation.
That the report states which locations are
suitable for detailed investigations to be undertaken, with particular
consideration given to the environmental impact of conversion to a synthetic
surface.
That the Mayor
liaises with the state government Minister of Sport to provide a synthetic
funding program to deliver the City of Ryde Synthetic Surface Action Plan.
That Council celebrate 201 years of Greek Independence on 25 March 2022
by:
Flying the Greek flag at
Kissing Point Park or other appropriate locations across the city.
That the Mayor writes to
prominent leaders in the Greek community including the Archbishop and local
clergy, and the Consul General of Greece acknowledging the contribution made by
the large Greek community in the Ryde area.
That a flag raising
ceremony be organised through the Mayor’s office and budget on the 25th
of March with all invites to be sent out immediately to the Archbishop, local
clergy, the Consul General of Greece, Councillors and members of Parliament.
That Council promotes and
produces content for Council’s social media channels and e-news to mark the
occasion.
That due to increased usage of the shops by
the public and safety concerns around the condition of the footpath, staff
undertake preliminary investigations for the Flinders Road Neighbourhood Shops,
such that an upgrade can be included in a future program of the Neighbourhood
Shop Upgrade Program.
That
as part of the investigation, consideration be given to the changing nature of
the commercial tenancy, and staff ensure provisions are made to support
additional access needs for car parking and footpaths.
That
staff report back to Council within three (3) months on the investigation
outcomes and when this work could be programmed for implementation.
That staff investigate
and identify any potential opportunities to extend public usage of the Ryde
Riverwalk, between Putney and Meadowbank by providing environmentally sensitive
lighting of the footway.
That
within three (3) months, staff undertake a workshop with Council to
present the findings of the investigations.
That
Council investigate the removal of the street trees and footpath repairs in
Charles Street, Putney at the front of the properties at 151 and 119b, due to
the danger and public safety that the surrounding residents consider the trees
pose.
That
a report be provided back to the next Council meeting on 22 March 2022.
That Council organise an outdoor morning tea at Banjo Patterson celebrating
30 years (1992-2022) of Ryde being proclaimed a City.
That all former Mayors and
Councillors be invited to the event.
That Council officers
provide a creative idea of acknowledging the milestone.
That the event be
organised through the Mayor’s Office.
That the funding be taken
out of General Revenue.
That Council note at the last Council meeting in 2021 a petition was
presented requesting a consultation process on the extension of the lighting at
the skatepark.
That Council provides a
comprehensive consultation process at the Meadowbank outdoor recreation space
to extend the lighting to the skatepark to 8.00pm in the winter months of May,
June, July and August.
That all neighbouring
residents, Meadowbank Park users and the local skateboarding community be
involved in the discussions.
That Council provide as
part of the consultation four (4) face-to-face drop-in sessions at the skatepark
on the weekends engaging with the users and neighbouring residents.
That the report on this
proposal be presented to Council in three (3) months.
That funding be made
available from the appropriate reserve.
That Council undertakes an audit of all existing sports ground amenities
and prepare a report outlining in respect to each facility:
i. the condition of the
facility
ii. which sporting groups use
the facility
iii. whether the current
facility is adequate for future needs eg. meeting rooms
iv. whether provision needs to
be made for female changing rooms
v. the current program to
upgrade sporting amenities
vi. an implementation program
with recommendations and timeframes for commencement of any works
That staff provide a
report on this proposal to Council within three (3) months.
That funding to be made
available from the Open Space base budget.