Minute Manager 2 - Mid-Coast Council...2016/04/12 · Strategic Committee Meeting 8 March 2016...

NOTICE OF MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the

STRATEGIC COMMITTEE Will be held at the Council Chambers, Breese Parade, Forster on

12 APRIL 2016 AT 9.30AM

The order of the business will be as detailed below (subject to variation by Council)

1. Apologies

2. Declarations of Pecuniary & Non-Pecuniary Conflicts of Interest

3. Confirmation of the Minutes from previously held meetings:

Strategic Committee Meeting 8 March 2016

9.30am - 10.00am WORKSHOP - MidCoast Water presentation on the Integrated Water Cycle Management Strategy - Executive Manager, Infrastructure Development, MidCoast Water - Brendan Guiney

10.00am - 10.30am WORKSHOP - Significant Trees - Manager, Parks & Recreation, Andrew Staniland

10.30am - 11.30am PRESENTATION - Beach Vehicle Policy

PRESENTATION - Open Burning Policy

PRESENTATION - Mobile Food Vending

Manager, Waste, Health & Regulatory Services - John Cavanagh

4. Consideration of Officers' Reports:

Director Planning & Environmental Services

Director of Engineering Services

12.30pm - 1.15pm LUNCH

1.15pm - WORKSHOP - Budget, Delivery Plan/Operational Project - Manager, Corporate Finance and Planning, Phil Brennan

5. Urgent Business

6. Close of Meeting

Glenn Handford, GENERAL MANAGER

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONSIDERATION OF OFFICERS’ REPORTS: ....................................................................................... 1

DIRECTOR PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ................................................................ 1

1 PES - Amended Control of Open Burning Policy.......................................................................................... 1 2 PES - Amend Mobile Food Vending Vehicle/Temporary Food Stall Policy ................................................ 11 3 PES - Vehicles on Beaches Policy ............................................................................................................. 15

DIRECTOR ENGINEERING SERVICES ................................................................................................. 21

4 ES - Monthly Operations Report April 2016................................................................................................ 21

STRATEGIC COMMITTEE Meeting of the Great Lakes Council held 12 APRIL 2016 Page 1

CONSIDERATION OF OFFICERS’ REPORTS:

DIRECTOR PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

1 PES - Amended Control of Open Burning Policy

Index: Open Burning Regulation Author: Manager Waste, Health and Regulatory Services - John Cavanagh Strategic Committee Meeting: 12 April 2016

SUMMARY OF REPORT:

Council's Control of Open Burning Policy has been in place since 2011 and whilst the policy has been relatively effective, there are areas where it could be improved to be more workable and less confusing. The main areas which are recommended for amendment are:

references to areas where open burning is prohibited ie main urban centres

clarifying there is not a minimum lot size restriction The policy is also due for review within 5 years. This review will alleviate the need to update the policy again for a further 5 years.

SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATION:

That Council: 1. Endorse the amended Control of Open Burning Policy. 2. Continue to waive application fees until 1 July 2017.

FINANCIAL/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS:

There is little change to resourcing and financial implications since the last report. Whilst this policy does require staff time there are only an average of 2 applications weekly which are often handled without a field inspection.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS:

Council's Internal Auditor advised on 29 April 2012 in his report on the section that “Overall, many of the controls are operating effectively. However, there is room to improve the current internal control environment including policies and procedures”.

LEGAL IMPLICATIONS:

There is a compliance aspect to the proposed policy which can include the issuing of Penalty Infringement Notices.

LIST OF ANNEXURES:

A: Points to Consider when Updating COB Policy. B: Amended Policy on Control of Open Burning. C: A copy of a standard approval.


LIST OF ATTACHMENTS:

Nil.

REPORT:

At it's meeting in September 2015 a presentation was made to Council on some of the issues facing residents when dealing with excess greenwaste. This was following the natural disaster declaration for storm damage in the Tea Gardens Hawks Nest area earlier that year. At that time Council supported the initiatives to relax the conditions to where the policy applied and under which circumstances. See Annexure A the closing slide from that presentation. As a result:

It is recommended to prohibit burning in specific urban areas being; Forster, Tuncurry, Nabiac, Green Point, Bulahdelah, Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest, Stroud. All other urban areas may make application to burn which will be determined on a merit basis.

There is not a 'minimum size' allotment which prohibits burning. The amended policy is attached as Annexure B. A standard approval is attached as Annexure C.

RECOMMENDATION:

That Council: 1. Endorse the amended Control of Open Burning Policy. 2. Continue to waive application fees until 1 July 2017.


ANNEXURES:

A: Points to consider when updating COB Policy.


B: Amended policy on Control of Open Burning.


C: A copy of a standard approval.


2 PES - Amend Mobile Food Vending Vehicle/Temporary Food Stall Policy

Index: Public Health - Food Regulations/Legislation Author: Environmental Health Officer - Kate Major Strategic Committee Meeting: 12 April 2016

SUMMARY OF REPORT:

The previous report submitted to Council's Strategic Meeting in December 2015 (Attachment A), required the adoption of a new Mobile Food Vending Vehicle and Temporary Food Stall Policy, which included the submission of an application with an incurred fee for an 'approval to operate'. This raised some questions by Council at the meeting regarding the issue of fees being raised to charity/not-for-profit organisations operating mobile vending vehicles or temporary food stalls, which required clarification. This amendment is designed to clarify that charity/not-for-profit organisations will be exempt from paying an 'application fee' for mobile vending or temporary food stalls (refer to Part 3, Section 10b "Fees" from the Great Lakes Mobile Food Vending Vehicle and Temporary Food Stall Policy which states "Community and charitable organisations are exempt from being required to pay the annual fee. However, an Application for Approval to Operate a Mobile Food Vending Vehicle or Temporary Food Stall is required to be lodged with and approved by Council prior to the sale of food"). This report will also define why there is a need to raise an application fee for operators of Mobile Food Vending vehicles and Temporary Food stalls.


1. That Council endorse the amendments to the draft 'Great Lakes Mobile Food Vending Vehicle and Temporary Food Stall Policy’ and resolve to place the policy on public exhibition in accordance with the requirements of Section 160 of the Local Government Act 1993.

2. That subject to advertisement and adoption of the 'Great Lakes Mobile Food Vending Vehicle

and Temporary Food Stall Policy' Council will include the following fees in the 2016/2017 fees and charges:

$125 Annual approval fee for Mobile Food Vending Vehicle - Section 68 (1);

$125 Annual approval fee for High Risk Temporary Food Stall - Section 68 (1);

$75 Annual approval fee for Low Risk Temporary Food Stall - Section 68 (1);

Charity/Not-for-profit organisations are 'exempt'.

Note: High risk food stalls include any stalls that store, process, handle or display potentially hazardous food.

Food Standards 3.2.2 defines potentially hazardous food as 'food that has to be kept at certain temperatures to minimise the growth of any pathogenic microorganism that might be present in the food or to prevent the formation of toxins in the food'.


Fees have been proposed to be included in Council's 2016/2017 Fees and Charges as a recommendation of this report. The proposed fees are intended to cover the costs of establishing and maintaining a database of temporary food stalls and mobile food vending vehicles, issuing of annual operation approvals and any inspections undertaken by Council's Environmental Health Officers (many of which are required to be completed on weekends).


Through the establishment of the proposed fees, it is not envisaged that there will be any significant financial or resource implications associated with this policy, rather it will allow for the establishment of clear guidelines for operators.


The endorsement and public exhibition of the ‘Great Lakes Mobile Food Vending Vehicle and Temporary Food Stall Policy’ will allow for the lawful creation of a policy and follow due process required by the Local Government Act 1993. Implementation of the policy will improve food safety standards at facilities of this type along with providing Council with accurate records of those facilities.

LEGAL IMPLICATIONS:

Nil in relation to this report – the ‘Great Lakes Mobile Food Vending Vehicle and Temporary Food Stall Policy’ will be advertised and provide a minimum of 42 days during which submissions can be made to Council in accordance with Section 160 of the Local Government Act 1993. Following the review of any submissions received, a subsequent report will be prepared for Council recommending adoption or amendments.

LIST OF ANNEXURES:

A: Great Lakes Council - Guidelines for the Operation of Mobile Food Vending Vehicles and Temporary Food Stalls.


A: Report to Council's Strategic Meeting 1 December 2015. Due to its large size, Attachment A has been circulated in hard copy to Councillors and Senior Staff only as a paper conservation measure. However, this Attachment is publicly available on Council's Website, copies are available at Council offices and copies are available on request.

BACKGROUND: The previous report of 1 December 2015, which is attached to this report, contained relevant information on the development of this policy. At that time Council raised concerns with charges for Charities and Not for Profit groups. This issue is addressed in this report.

REPORT:

The fees incurred will be an approved amount raised annually based on the type of food risk presented by the business to an authorised officer, and would support the costs involved in the administration work carried out to register temporary food stall/mobile vending applications presented to Council each month. Additionally, the fee will contribute to the costly burden of weekend inspections that officers are required to undertake (due to the nature of when the events are held) to ensure that food safety requirements are adhered to for good public health outcomes. Furthermore, Council would benefit from:

having a more consistent means of data collection and record keeping for providing the annual mandatory statistics required by the NSW Food Authority;

saving time not raising individual invoices for inspections after each event; and

alleviate the expense to Council of postage for mailing out invoices.


Research shows that the majority of Councils within our region - (e.g. Newcastle, Wyong, Clarence, Taree, Byron) all raise application fees for Approvals to Operate under the Section 68(1) of the Local Government Act 1993. Therefore, Great Lakes Council would also achieve consistency with the practices of adjoining and regional Councils and provide Mobile Food Vending/Temporary Food Stall operators with reliable and established practices. Therefore, with the exception of charity/not-for-profit organisations - it is proposed that Council adopt the Great Lakes Mobile Food Vending and Temporary Food Stall Policy and the application fee for an approval to operate raised at the time of submission to Council for the following amounts:





RECOMMENDATION:

1. That Council endorse the amendments to the draft 'Great Lakes Mobile Food Vending Vehicle and Temporary Food Stall Policy’ and resolve to place the policy on public exhibition in accordance with the requirements of Section 160 of the Local Government Act 1993.

2. That subject to advertisement and adoption of the Great Lakes Mobile Food Vending Vehicle

and Temporary Food Stall Policy' Council will include the following fees in the 2016/2017 fees and charges:






ANNEXURES:

A: Great Lakes Council - Guidelines for the Operation of Mobile Food Vending Vehicles and Temporary Food Stalls.


3 PES - Vehicles on Beaches Policy

Index: Council Policies; Beach Vehicle Permits Author: Manager Waste, Health & Regulatory Services - John Cavanagh Strategic Committee Meeting: 12 April 2016

SUMMARY OF REPORT:

Councils Vehicles on Beaches policy is in need of review. As the policy operates reasonably well it is not intended to make major changes at this stage. However, there are a number of areas where Council may wish to make some amendments. A brief presentation to Council and discussion of these and other elements of the policy and they're application is planned on the day.


That Council consider any improvements to the existing policy and provide comments at the meeting so the policy may be amended and adopted at a future meeting.


There are a number of considerations regarding financial and resource implications. They will be discussed on the day however, in brief, some of those are as follows: 1. Current fees being $50 annually. Mid North Coast Councils are all proposing $60. 2. Annual revenue which is in the vicinity of $125,000. 3. Budget allocation for signage, fencing and dunal protection should be provided annually. 4. Administration being the annual licencing and ongoing customer service is handled

adequately. 5. Compliance is undertaken at random by Council's Rangers predominantly during holiday

periods.


It is proposed for Council to make comment on improvements to the current policy and then update the policy.

LEGAL IMPLICATIONS:

Nil.

LIST OF ANNEXURES:

A: Council's current Vehicles on Beaches Policy.


Nil.


REPORT:

This policy aims to protect the coastal environment, nesting shorebirds, flora, fauna and beach users while providing an opportunity for residents and visitors to enjoy the unique experience of driving on our spectacular beaches. The policy is supported by guidelines that provide conditions of use for vehicle permits which enable access to beaches in the Great Lakes. A reciprocal arrangement is in place with Greater Taree City Council, which enables the user of permits purchased from either Greater Taree or Great Lakes Council to access beaches in both local government areas. Greater Taree City Council updated its policy in December 2014. Areas for Consideration Overall the policy operates very well and has done for many years. An annual permit is relatively low cost for all year recreational usage of specific beaches and areas. However, like other policies there is room for improvement over time and there are occasional complaints received. The current policy is attached as Annexure A. Comments and complaints over the past five (5) years which will be included in the presentation are summarised as follows:

Jimmys Beach is accessed only by Restricted Permit holders (those with a Doctors Certificate verifying conditions which restrict walking distances). This causes concerns from time to time with; pedestrian safety; dunal damage and alleged discrimination (as open permit users are prohibited access to Jimmys Beach).

There are some concerns with Sandbar access around the Smiths Lake foreshore. This is more a matter of signage and compliance.

It has recently been recommended to increase the reciprocal arrangements beyond Greater Taree to other Council areas north to Coffs Harbour and increase the annual fee to $60.

Several complaints are received following each Christmas holiday season requesting a daily or weekend pass. Due to the relatively low annual cost and all other Mid North Coast Councils only having an annual fee, along with the substantial increase in costs to administer short term permits it is recommended to continue only with annual permits. Annual permits are also an incentive for return visits by holiday makers.

The current policy requires each driver to have a permit. It is proposed to have a permit assigned to the vehicle regardless of who drives it. This may assist those with "Disability Parking Permits".

Improved education of users to protect dunal systems is becoming more important.

Complaints received in relation to paraflying and other towing activities due to their high risk.

Complaints received in relation to motorcycles due to safety concerns and damage to dunal systems.

Speed limit - 40kmh on all beaches. Drivers are required to slow to less than 15kmh within 15 metres of pedestrians and other vehicles.

Draft Policy Statements The following draft policy comments are submitted for Council's consideration. Further comments may be made during the presentation on the day. Council has a shared responsibility with NSW Government agencies and community members to ensure preservation and protection of our coastal environments.


Council aims to ensure safe and responsible access to some beaches through an appropriately managed permit system that provides reciprocal arrangements with Greater Taree City Council (and other approved north coast Councils). As the coastline is subject to coastal erosion and access points are regularly affected by coastal erosion, access during these times cannot be guaranteed. Vehicles are prohibited at all times on: a) any other beach, or part thereof, not specifically identified as being accessible by vehicle under

this policy as defined in schedule 1 to this policy b) any dune or beach area that is vegetated c) any dune or beach area undergoing restoration or a regeneration program d) areas where endangered shorebird habitat or nesting areas, as marked by National Parks and

Wildlife Service or Crown Lands e) other access points other than the approved signposted access points f) any closed beach. Principles

Permits are available for purchase at Council offices, tourism centres and local businesses (soon to be available online).

The proceeds from permits and infringement notices are allocated towards improved signposting, board and chain access tracks for vehicles and pedestrians, dunal fencing and revegetation works along with policy enforcement.

Any breaches of this policy are an offence under the Local Government Act 1993 and subject to penalties, fines and withdrawal of permits.

Scope This policy applies to all drivers and all motor vehicles other than those used by: a) Emergency Services, Surf Clubs and other authorised activities b) Authorised officers of Local, State and Commonwealth Governments in the performance of their

duties. The following persons are authorised to enforce this policy:

Officers of the NSW Police Force;

Authorised officers of Council.

RECOMMENDATION:

That Council consider any improvements to the existing policy and provide comments at the meeting.


ANNEXURES:

A: Councils current Vehicles on Beaches Policy.


DIRECTOR ENGINEERING SERVICES

4 ES - Monthly Operations Report April 2016

Index: Corporate Management - Administrative Matters - Works Depot Author: Manager Operations – Robert Fish Strategic Committee Meeting: 12 April 2016

SUMMARY OF REPORT:

This report provides advice on work currently in progress or recently completed by Operations Branch. Also included is advice on work planned in the near future and information on the progress of work being completed by contractors supervised by Operations Branch.


That Council note the information included in this report.


Work as listed within this report is included in the 2015/16 Operational Plan adopted by Council or grant funding that has subsequently been accepted by Council. Work funded under Council’s Road Maintenance Contract (RMCC) with Road & Maritime Services (RMS) is also included.


Nil.

LEGAL IMPLICATIONS:

Nil.

LIST OF ANNEXURES:

Nil.


A: Monthly Operations Report - April 2016 Attachment A has been circulated in A3 size to Councillors and Senior Staff. However, this Attachment is publicly available on Council's Website, copies are available at Council offices and copies are available on request.

REPORT:

The following items are works projects that have progressed since the last monthly report presented to the March Strategic Workshop of Council. Included in Attachment A is a summary of general maintenance activities for Councillor information.


Major Projects Completed Include:

Taree Street Reconstruction, Tuncurry: Work was completed in March to reconstruct Taree Street from Mount View Parade to the western end of Taree Street. Prior to the pavement work the existing kerb and gutter and drainage pits were repaired. The pavement reconstruction then involved removal of the current pavement and the placement of an imported gravel. A bitumen seal was then applied to complete this stage of the project. Work was undertaken by Tuncurry Depot Operations staff. Later in 2016 an asphalt surfacing is expected to be placed.

Head Street Pedestrian Safety & Road Surfacing Improvements, Forster: Under the RMCC contract with RMS work has been completed on pedestrian safety and road surfacing improvements in Head Street, Forster. Two improvements were made for pedestrian safety. The first was the installation of a pedestrian fence along Head Street off the Forster-Tuncurry Bridge to prevent pedestrians crossing at this location. The second was the construction of concrete islands at the West Street intersection to provide refuge for pedestrians crossing Head Street. In conjunction with that work the median along Head Street between Beach Street and West Street was replaced and reconstructed incorporating concrete in-fill. The road surfacing improvements were undertaken through asphalt resurfacing. This included resurfacing work on Head Street from the West Street intersection to Beach Street. A skid resistant asphalt surfacing was applied to the Beach Street roundabout. Between Beach Street and Reserve Road resurfacing was completed to improve the northbound lanes. Work was undertaken by Tuncurry Depot Operations staff and contractors. The majority of the work was undertaken at night to limit the impact on traffic flow. In conjunction with the asphalt work the carpark off Head Street was resurfaced.

Willina Road Rehabilitation: Work has been completed to rehabilitate a section of Willina Road. This section is located at the western end of the sealed part of the road from the Pacific Highway. At this location the bitumen seal was previously narrow in width. The work completed included upgrading drainage, adding gravel to the existing surface to increase pavement thickness and width and stabilisation of the road with lime. A bitumen seal was applied to complete the work. With this work complete Willina Road has now been widened along the full sealed length from the Pacific Highway over the past six years. Work was undertaken by Tuncurry Depot Operations staff.

Pleasant View Parade & Central Avenue Construction, Bundabah: Work to construct and bitumen seal Pleasant View Parade and Central Avenue in Bundabah was completed in March. These streets were previously unsealed. The work involved improvements to drainage followed by the addition of gravel to increase the road pavement thickness. To complete the work a bitumen seal was applied. Work was undertaken by Tea Gardens Depot Operations staff.

The Bucketts Way Rehabilitation, Allworth: A project to rehabilitate a section of The Bucketts Way near Allworth has been completed. This section of road was previously narrow in alignment and the road pavement was in poor condition requiring regular maintenance. Work involved widening the road, upgrading drainage, reconstructing the road pavement and the application of a bitumen seal. Stroud Depot Operations staff undertook the work on the project. The completed work greatly improves the safety of the road at this location.

Major Projects in Progress:

Wallis Street Shared Path Construction, Tuncurry: A shared path construction project was undertaken late 2015 at Wallis Street in Tuncurry. The project provides an important link between residential areas, a school, Tuncurry CBD and the main road. The concrete path component of the project was completed in 2015. The planting of trees along the street to beautify the location remains to be undertaken. This work is expected to occur in April. The project is being undertaken with funding received under RMS's Active Transport Program. This program is in place to increase the number of bicycle and walking trips around Forster-Tuncurry. Work on the project is being undertaken by contractors and Tuncurry Depot Operations staff.


Palms Estate Bio-Retention Basin Refurbishment, Forster: Work was undertaken in December on the refurbishment of a bio-retention basin in the Palms Estate near Thora Close. Previously the basin functioned effectively with regard to improving water quality, however it was causing water to pond for long periods in the fore-bay area of the basin creating a potential habitat for mosquito breeding. The refurbished basin has been built to ensure there is no potential for any ponding of water, apart for a short period following rainfall. The basin will have the plants placed in coming months providing weather conditions are suitable. Work is being undertaken by Tuncurry Depot Operations staff.

Cross Street Shared Path Construction, Forster: Work is nearing completion to install a new path along Cross Street to the south of Lake Street. The path provides an important link to schools and other facilities on Lake Street. As part of the work a new pedestrian bridge has been installed across the drainage reserve near Townsend Street. The work is being undertaken by Tuncurry Depot Operations staff and contractors with all work expected to be complete by the end of April. Funding for the project is being provided for through RMS's Active Transport Program.

Cape Hawke Drive Shared Path Construction: Work commenced in March to construct a missing link in the path along Cape Hawke Drive. The work extends along Cape Hawke Drive to the west of The Southern Parkway. The new concrete path is largely complete and a refuge island on The Southern Parkway to improve safety for pedestrians will be installed in April. The project is being undertaken under RMS's Active Transport Program. This project was added to this program due to savings in other projects under the grant. Work is being undertaken by contractors under the supervision of Tuncurry Depot Operation staff.

Patsys Flat Rd Drainage Improvements, Smiths Lake: Work has commenced to improve the drainage through an easement between the upper and lower sections of Patsys Flat Road. This easement is next to properties 48 and 70 and the work needs to be done to enable construction of a dwelling on number 48 which is currently a vacant block. Drainage is poorly catered for at this location as run-off currently drains through numbers 48 and 70 and also onto the road. The work involves the construction of a drainage line through the easement to convey any run-off through the easement. The site is particularly steep which adds to the complexity of the project. The work is being undertaken by Tuncurry Depot Operations staff and contractors.

Nabiac Showground Service Relocations: Grant funding has been received through the Crown Public Reserves Management Fund to enable Council to relocate water and electricity services at Nabiac Showground. The work being undertaken will see these services installed in accordance with relevant standards. This will greatly improve safety at this location as the existing services were non-compliant being buried only just below the ground surface. The project also involves improvements to lighting at the facility. The work commenced in March and is well progressed with the majority of the water infrastructure work complete. The work is expected to be completed in May and is being undertaken by Tuncurry Depot Operations staff and contractors.

Great Lakes Waste Centre, Minimbah: Work is being undertaken at the Great Lakes Waste Centre to prepare the site for landfill operations. Work being undertaken includes the construction of the internal roads, drainage, perimeter earth bunding and a hard stand area. A weighbridge is due to be installed in the near future. Prior to the landfill being operational work is also required to install a clay liner in the first landfill cell and the construction of detention basins and leachate measures within the site. The work is being undertaken by Tuncurry Depot Operations staff and is currently on hold while other road construction projects are undertaken. Further work at the Minimbah site is likely to commence in May.

Coolongolook Amenities Construction: Quotations were received in February for the construction of an amenity block in Coolongolook and a contractor has now been engaged. The existing amenities at this location have been closed for some time and were demolished in March to enable the contractor engaged to commence construction of the new building. The contractor is expected to undertake the work over a period of three to four months. The work is being supervised by Tuncurry Operations staff.


Wattley Hill Road Construction, Wootton: Work will commence in April on the construction of a section of Wattley Hill Road. The section is located at the eastern end of the sealed part of the road from Wootton. At this location the current road is a gravel road. The work will involve upgrading drainage, widening the road and placement of an imported gravel base layer. A bitumen seal will be applied to complete the work. The work will be undertaken by Tuncurry Depot Operations staff under Council's Rural Road Construction Program.

Booral Road Rehabilitation: Work will commence in April on the rehabilitation of three sections of Booral Road where the road pavement is currently in poor condition. The sites are located at the eastern end of Booral Road, near Girvan and in Booral to the east of Pongs Bridge. The work at these sites involves widening the road, addition of gravel to increase pavement thickness and stabilisation of the road with lime. Minor improvements will be made to roadside drainage in conjunction with the work. A bitumen seal will be applied to complete each section. The work will be undertaken by Bulahdelah Depot Operations staff in the period from April to July.

Church Street / Carrington Road Construction, Carrington: Work commenced in March and is now nearing completion to extend the bitumen seal along Church Street and Carrington Road at Carrington. Previously the road was a gravel road within Carrington. The work has involved the placement of an imported gravel base course layer followed by the application of a bitumen seal. To complete the work improvements to the roadside drainage will be made. Work is being undertaken by Tea Gardens Depot Operations staff and is planned to be completed by early April.

Cove Boulevard Drainage Improvements, North Arm Cove: Work will commence in April on a drainage improvement project in Cove Boulevard at North Arm Cove. The work is being undertaken in the vicinity of number 110 to improve drainage between Cove Boulevard and the port. Currently drainage is poorly catered for at this location and some flooding has resulted. Work will be undertaken by Tea Gardens Depot Operations staff and contractors.

Settlers Way Rehabilitation, Tea Gardens: Work was planned to commence in March on the rehabilitation of Settlers Way at Tea Gardens. Work is now expected to be delayed until after the April school holidays as there is insufficient time to complete work prior to the holidays given other works in progress. The road at this location is currently in poor condition and will continue to have any necessary maintenance undertaken until the work commences. The condition of the road is largely due to construction traffic associated with development in this area of Tea Gardens. The planned work will involve the addition of gravel followed by the stabilisation of the road with lime. A bitumen seal will be applied to complete the work. Work will be undertaken by Tea Gardens Depot Operations staff and contractors.

Myall River Dredging, Tea Gardens: A dredging contractor will establish on site in April to enable commencement of the dredging of Corrie Channel in May. The dredging work is being undertaken to improve navigation through Corrie Channel in the western arm of the Myall River. The work is expected to take approximately two months with the funding provided for through a grant. The dredged sand will be pumped and added to the existing stockpile at the eastern entrance to the Myall River.

The Bucketts Way Reconstruction at Stroud Hill Road Intersection: Work has commenced to reconstruct The Bucketts Way immediately to the south of Stroud Hill Road. The work involves widening the road and reconstruction of the pavement. Wire rope will be installed along the western road edge to improve safety. The project is being funded from RMS's Black Spot programme and is being undertaken by Stroud Depot Operations staff.

Major Projects Proposed for the Next Month:

Macintosh/Strand/Middle Street Intersection Safety Improvements, Forster: Under Council's RMCC contract with RMS work is planned to be undertaken in April or May to improve the safety of the intersection at Macintosh, Strand and Middle Streets. The timing of the work is dependent on the provision of the final design from RMS. The work will involve the installation of concrete islands which will only permit left turns when exiting Strand or Middle Street. To progress across or into Macintosh Street from these side streets motorists will need to use the signalised intersection at Macintosh and Lake Streets. Work will be undertaken by contractors under the supervision of Tuncurry Depot Operations staff.


North Tuncurry Sporting Fields Expansion: During April work is planned to commence at North Tuncurry to expand the sporting fields on the western side of the touch football fields and eastern side of the rugby union field. The work will be undertaken by Tuncurry Depot Operations staff with grant funding received through the Forster-Tuncurry Touch Association from the State Government. The commencement of work is subject to approval to proceed from Government and it is hoped that this will be obtained during April. When commenced the work will initially involve the areas to be developed being cleared. The sand fill will then be removed from the eastern side of the rugby field and transported around to the western side of the touch football fields to expand the footprint on both sides. Additional funding in the future is required to develop this expansion any further and enable the area to be used for sporting events.

Alice Street Drainage Improvements, Karuah: Work is planned to commence in May to improve drainage in Alice Street at Karuah. Currently there is a deep open drain that runs along the frontages of 10 and 12 Alice Street that presents a safety risk. The work will see a pipe installed at this location to link with existing drainage which connects with the Karuah River. The open drain will be filled in to eliminate the hazard that currently exists. The work will be undertaken by Tea Gardens Depot Operations staff.

RECOMMENDATION:

That Council note the information included in this report.

Glenn Handford GENERAL MANAGER

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