Agenda of Community, Culture and Events Committee Meeting

Agenda (Open Portion)

Community, Culture and Events Committee Meeting

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Community, Culture and Events Committee Meeting (Open Portion) held Wednesday, 8 March 2017 at 5.00 pm in the Lady Osborne Room, Town Hall.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Harvey (Chairman)

Zucco

Sexton

Cocker

Thomas

ALDERMEN

Lord Mayor Hickey

Deputy Lord Mayor Christie

Briscoe

Ruzicka

Burnet

Reynolds

Denison

Apologies: Nil.

Leave of Absence: Nil.

1. Co-Option of a Committee Member in the event of a vacancy

2. Confirmation of Minutes

The minutes of the Open Portion of the Community, Culture and Events Committee meeting held on Wednesday, 7 December 2016 and the Open Portion of the Special Community, Culture and Events Committee meeting held on Monday, 23 January 2017, are submitted for confirming as accurate records.

3. Consideration of Supplementary Items

Ref: Part 2, Regulation 8(6) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.

Recommendation

That the Committee resolve to deal with any supplementary items not appearing on the agenda, as reported by the General Manager.

4. Indications of Pecuniary and Conflicts of Interest

Ref: Part 2, Regulation 8(7) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.

Aldermen are requested to indicate where they may have any pecuniary or conflict of interest in respect to any matter appearing on the agenda, or any supplementary item to the agenda, which the committee has resolved to deal with.

5. Transfer of Agenda Items

Regulation 15 of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.

A committee may close a part of a meeting to the public where a matter to be discussed falls within 15(2) of the above regulations.

In the event that the committee transfer an item to the closed portion, the reasons for doing so should be stated.

Are there any items which should be transferred from this agenda to the closed portion of the agenda, or from the closed to the open portion of the agenda?

Item No. 6.1

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REPORT TITLE: Italian Earthquake - Council Assistance

REPORT PROVIDED BY: Manager Community and Cultural Programs

Director Community Development

1. Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1. The purpose of this report is to update the Council on advice received from Marco Maria Cerbo, Consul General of Italy in Melbourne regarding the $20 000 donation approved by the Council towards the recovery after the Italian Earthquake that occurred on 24 August 2016.

1.1.1. The Consul General has recommended that the donation be provided to Australian National Fundraising Committee.

1.1.2. The Australian National Fundraising Committee has been formed in Sydney and has the full support of Italian authorities. This appeal is focused on the recovery and rebuilding of the areas directly affected by the earthquake.

2. Report Summary

2.1. A report relating to the earthquake that struck northern and central Italy was presented to the Council at its meeting of 5 September 2016, where the Council resolved that:

‘1. The Council provide in principle support for the provision of a financial donation of $20,000 to provide assistance for recovery associated with the Italian earthquake disaster that occurred on 24 August 2016, at a time to be determined following further information relating to the recovery projects being received.

2. The Lord Mayor write to the Hobart Italian community organisations requesting information on their proposed fundraising activities and what support would be required from the City of Hobart.

3. Council officers undertake a review of the Council Policy – Humanitarian Crisis Assistance.’

2.2. In respect to resolution clause one above, the Lord Mayor’s office wrote to Marco Maria Cerbo, Consul General of Italy in Melbourne seeking advice as to the most appropriate way for the Council to provide $20 000 support towards recovery efforts in Italy.

2.3. A response from the Consul General was received on 7 December 2016 expressing appreciation to the Council for its decision to support recovery efforts in Italy and acknowledging that this gesture will be gratefully appreciated by both the recipients and the Italian community in Australia. A copy of this letter is shown at Attachment A.

2.3.1. The Consul General has recommended that the Council’s donation be provided to the Australian National Fundraising Committee that has been formed in Sydney and has the full support of Italian authorities.

2.3.2. Co.As.It. NSW and Com.It.Es. NSW have formed an earthquake appeal committee, operating under the auspices of Co.As.It. NSW, with the objective of establishing a range of fundraising activities to maximise the support for earthquake victims.

2.3.3. The Italian community in Australia has a strong history of providing relief and support to earthquake victims. The Amatrice Earthquake Appeal Committee operates under the auspices of Co.As.It. and is committed to raising funds which will provide tangible support to those affected by the devastating earthquake in central Italy.

2.3.4. It is also noted that money raised through fundraising activities of the Australian Italian Club in Hobart were also donated to the Co.As.It. Amatrice Earthquake Appeal.

3. Recommendation

That:

1. The $20,000 donation approved by the Council on 5 September 2016 to support recovery efforts after the Italian earthquake be provided to the Co.As.It. Amatrice Earthquake Appeal.

2. The cost be attributed to the allocation for Grants and Assistance Activity in the 2016-2017 Annual Plan.

3. The donation be recorded in the ‘Grants, Assistance and Benefits Provided’ section of the City of Hobart’s Annual Report.

4. Background

4.1. An earthquake measuring a 6.2 magnitude struck northern and central Italy on 24 August 2016. Its epicentre was close to Accumoli, with its hypocentre at a depth of approximately 75 km southeast of Perugia and 45 km north of L’Aquila, the Council’s sister city, in an area near the borders of the Umbria, Lazio, Abruzzo and Marche regions.

4.2. The earthquake killed 297 people, injured over 400 people and has resulted in widespread damage to infrastructure, heritage buildings and some towns have almost been destroyed.

4.3. A report relating to an earthquake that struck northern and central Italy was presented to the Council at its meeting of 5 September 2016, where the Council resolved that:

2. The Lord Mayor write to the Hobart Italian community organisations requesting information on their proposed fundraising activities and what support would be required from the City of Hobart.

3. Council officers undertake a review of the Council Policy – Humanitarian Crisis Assistance.’

4.4. In respect to resolution clause one above, the Lord Mayor’s office wrote to Marco Maria Cerbo, Consul General of Italy in Melbourne seeking advice as to the most appropriate way for the Council to provide
$20,000 support towards recovery efforts in Italy.

4.5. A response from the Consul General has recommended that the Council’s donation be provided to the Australian National Fundraising Committee that has been formed in Sydney and has the full support of Italian authorities.

4.6. The Italian community in Australia has a strong history of providing relief and support to earthquake victims. The Amatrice Earthquake Appeal Committee operates under the auspices of Co.As.It. and is committed to raising funds which will provide tangible support to those affected by the devastating earthquake in central Italy.

4.7. A letter from Elvio Brianese RAIA, The Honorary Consul of Italy-Tasmania has been received that expresses gratitude to the Hobart City Council for their decision to support the recovery effort for victims of the Italian earthquakes, both with a financial donation and by providing assistance for local Italian community groups through their fundraising activities. A copy of this letter is shown at Attachment B.

4.8. In respect to the Council resolution clause two, the Lord Mayor’s office wrote to all local Italian Community organisations to seek information on what support they would like from the Council in respect to their individual fundraising activities.

4.8.1. Support was subsequently provided through the promotion and attendance at events and the provision of a quick response community grant to the Australian Italian Club for their Italian Earthquake Appeal Lunch.

4.9. In respect to the Council resolution clause three, officers are currently undertaking a review of the Council Policy–Humanitarian Crisis Assistance with a further report to be provided to the committee in early 2017.

5. Proposal and Implementation

5.1. It is proposed that the $20,000 donation approved by the Council on 5 September 2016 to support recovery efforts after the Italian earthquake be provided to the Co.As.It. Amatrice Earthquake Appeal.

5.2. The cost be attributed to the allocation for Grants and Assistance Activity in the 2016-2017 Annual Plan.

5.3. The donation be recorded in the ‘Grants, Assistance and Benefits Provided’ section of the City of Hobart’s Annual Report.

6. Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1. This item is consistent with the Capital City Strategic Plan 2015-2025, particularly Goal 4, Strong, Safe and Healthy Communities, where it is stated that the Council must:

‘4.3 Build community resilience, public health and safety; and

4.3.1 Build capacity and resilience so the community is prepared for emergency situations.’

7. Financial Implications

7.1. Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

7.1.1. The $20,000 donation would be attributed to the Grants and Assistance Activity of the 2016-2017 Annual Plan.

7.1.2. This $20,000 donation will result in over-expenditure in this Activity, as budgeted funds are either expended or fully committed.

7.2. Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

7.2.1. This is a one-off donation reacting to a humanitarian crisis that is not able to be predicted or forecast.

8. Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1. There are no legal, risk or legislative considerations arising from this report.

9. Marketing and Media

9.1. It is anticipated that a media release or event would be arranged at the appropriate time.

10. Community and Stakeholder Engagement

10.1. Consultation has occurred with the Council’s Community Participation Coordinator, Marco Maria Cerbo, Consul General of Italy in Melbourne and the Australian Italian Club in the preparation of this report.

11. Delegation

11.1. This matter is delegated to the Council.

As signatory to this report, I certify that, pursuant to Section 55(1) of the Local Government Act 1993, I hold no interest, as referred to in Section 49 of the Local Government Act 1993, in matters contained in this report.

Kimbra Parker

Manager Community and Cultural Programs

Philip Holliday

Director Community Development

Date: 2 March 2017

File Reference: F16/143485

Attachment a: Letter from the Consul General of Italy in Melbourne ⇩

Attachment b: Response from the Honorary Consul of Italy-Tasmania ⇩

Item No. 6.2

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REPORT TITLE: Review of Humanitarian Crisis Assistance Policy

REPORT PROVIDED BY: Manager Community and Cultural Programs

Director Community Development

1. Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1. This report reviews the Humanitarian Crisis Assistance Policy that sets parameters for which financial assistance may be considered, and clarifies the circumstances in which the Grants and Assistance budget pool can be made available for relief as a result of significant crises.

1.2. In line with the policy, the Council provides financial support to relief and recovery efforts following natural disasters both locally, nationally and overseas.

2. Report Summary

2.1. The Council, at its meeting held on 5 September 2016, considered an item in relation to providing assistance to the Italian earthquake disaster that occurred on 24 August 2016, where it resolved the following:

‘That: 1. The Council provide in principle support for the provision of a financial donation of $20,000 to provide assistance for recovery associated with the Italian earthquake disaster that occurred on 24 August 2016, at a time to be determined following further information relating to the recovery projects being received.

2. The Lord Mayor write to the Hobart Italian community organisations requesting information on their proposed fundraising activities and what support would be required from the City of Hobart.

3. Council officers undertake a review of the Council Policy –Humanitarian Crisis Assistance.’

2.1.1. This report addresses clause 3 of the above recommendation.

2.1.2. A report on the Council’s $20,000 financial donation to provide assistance for recovery associated with the Italian earthquake disaster that occurred on 24 August 2016 is included on this agenda.

2.2. The Council approved the Humanitarian Crisis Assistance Policy at its meeting held on 13 December 2010. A copy of this policy is provided at Attachment A.

2.3. The Council has historically provided assistance and financial contributions in response to natural disasters and humanitarian crises both within Australia and internationally.

2.4. The policy was designed to assist the Council when making decisions on financial assistance should future natural disasters and humanitarian crisis events warrant a response from the Council in the future.

2.5. It is considered that the policy guidelines and criteria are still relevant and applicable and it is not recommended that changes be made at this point in time.

2.6. The policy was last adopted on 7 March 2016, and in line with Policy review requirements, would therefore be due for review in March 2017.

3. Recommendation

That:

1. The Council continue to consider donations to humanitarian crises on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the Humanitarian Crisis Assistance Policy as approved by the Council on 13 December 2010.

(i) Any donations continue to be sourced from the Council’s Grants and Assistance Activity in the Annual Plan in any given year, taking into account budgetary capacity to do so.

4. Background

4.1. The Council approved the Humanitarian Crisis Assistance Policy at its meeting held on 13 December 2010. The policy is provided at Attachment A.

4.1.1. This policy was developed in response to the Council’s request for a decision making framework to guide responses to humanitarian crises.

4.2. In operation, this policy sets parameters for which financial assistance may be considered, and clarifies the circumstances in which the Grants and Assistance budget pool can be made available for relief as a result of significant crises.

4.3. In short, this policy takes into account:

· Circumstances under which the Council may determine to respond to a humanitarian crisis;

· To whom donations may be directed;

· Criteria for establishing the precedence and amount of contributions.

4.4. Natural disaster management is constitutionally a State and Territory responsibility. In addition, the Australian Government provides funding through the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA) to States and Territories to help pay for natural disaster relief and recovery costs.

4.5. In the case of humanitarian crises occurring in foreign countries, particularly developing countries, the Australian Government provides assistance, as part of its overseas aid program, in the form of relief supplies, medical teams, law and order personnel, transport and communication, and contributions to humanitarian agencies.

4.6. In terms of local government’s legislated functions, its primary responsibilities are to the local community.

Previous Council Assistance

4.7. On a number of occasions, the Council has resolved to make donations ranging from $15,000 to $50,000 to fundraising appeals in response to natural disasters, in locations including Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Italy (L’Aquila), Pakistan and Haiti.

4.8. These donations have been to assist in relief, recovery and reconstruction activities.

4.9. The quantum of the Council’s relief has been as follows:

Country	Year	Disaster	Contribution from Council
Nepal	2015	Earthquake	$25,000
Australia (Tasmania)	2013 (January)	Bushfires	$50,000
Philippines	2013	Typhoon Haiyan	$25,000
Australia (Queensland)	2011	Cyclone Yasi	$50,000
New Zealand (Christchurch)	2010	Earthquake	$20,000
Italy (L’Aquila)	2010	Earthquake	$26,971
Pakistan	2010	Flood	$25,000
Haiti	2010	Earthquake	$15,000
Australia (Victoria)	2009	Bushfires	$50,000
Australia - East Coast of Tasmania	2007	Bushfires	$20,000
Australia (Queensland)	2006	Cyclone Larry	$20,000

4.10. The Council considered the establishment of a general Humanitarian Assistance Fund in June 2014 to support relief and recovery efforts following natural disasters both locally, nationally and overseas.

4.11. It was resolved that the Council continue to consider donations to humanitarian crises on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the Humanitarian Crisis Assistance Policy. It was further resolved that any donation be sourced from the Council’s Grants and Assistance Activity in the Annual Plan in any given year, taking into account budgetary capacity to do so.

Research

4.12. Officers have recently undertaken a review of the Humanitarian Crisis Assistance Policy which involved comparing policy and practices in other similar sized councils across Australia.

4.13. The outcome of the review was mixed, with all councils providing differing responses based on the physical area and occurrence of disasters, as well as the values of the population.

4.14. It is noted that the five councils contacted in Victoria and Queensland do not have a similar policy.

4.14.1. These councils advised that requests to provide financial assistance to other municipal areas, or countries in crisis, seldom occurs and that donations to other municipal areas or countries would be limited, in order to best serve the population of the responding council.

4.14.2. It is noted however, that one Victorian council has an ongoing commitment with East Timor, donating $50,000 per year to contribute to improving living standards.

4.15. The councils contacted in New South Wales, Western Australia, and South Australia all had similar policies to the Hobart City Council policy and were open and able to provide financial assistance to other areas, in times of significant crises.

4.15.1. Such crises of international significance where assistance has been targeted include the earthquakes in Abruzzo (Italy), Haiti, Chile and Christchurch (NZ), crisis in Gaza, monsoon floods in Pakistan, famine in Somalia, typhoon in the Philippines and cyclone in Tonga.

4.15.2. In Australia, assistance has been targeted at bushfire, drought and flood appeals across the country.

5. Proposal and Implementation

5.1. It is proposed that the Council note the review of the Humanitarian Crisis Assistance Policy and continue to consider donations to humanitarian crises on a case-by-case basis in accordance with this policy.

6. Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1. This item is consistent with the Capital City Strategic Plan 2015-2025, particularly Goal 4, Strong, Safe and Healthy Communities, where it is stated that the Council must:

‘4.3 Build community resilience, public health and safety; and

4.3.1 Build capacity and resilience so the community is prepared for emergency situations.’

7. Financial Implications

7.1. Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

7.1.1. As it is not possible to foresee humanitarian crises, it is recommended that funding continue to be sourced as an unbudgeted allocation from within the Council’s Grants and Assistance Activity in the Annual Plan in any given year.

7.2. Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

7.2.1. As it is not possible to foresee humanitarian crises, it is not possible to predict or forecast the impact of this policy on future years’ financial result.

8. Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1. The Council is authorised to make donations under Section 77 of the Local Government Act 1993.

9. Environmental Considerations

9.1. The National Department of Environment and Energy advise that climate change will cause increases to the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events and natural disasters.

9.2. The CSIRO confirm that natural disasters have increased in severity and frequency in recent years.

9.3. The Red Cross reported that in 2015 alone, disasters killed 32,550 people, including 16 Australians, and affected 108 million people worldwide.

9.3.1. Over the past ten years, 1.9 billion people have been affected by natural disasters.

10. Community and Stakeholder Engagement

10.1. Consultation has occurred with the City of Hobart’s Coordinator Community Activation and Grants and Council officers at several councils throughout Australia.

10.2. In addition, the Participation Coordinator, Marco Maria Cerbo, Consul General of Italy in Melbourne and the Australian Italian Club were consulted in the preparation of this report.

11. Social and Customer Considerations

11.1. It is envisaged that any support provided to assist in relief and recovery efforts would be viewed positively by the community.

12. Delegation

12.1. This matter is delegated to the Council.

Kimbra Parker

Manager Community and Cultural Programs

Philip Holliday

Director Community Development

Date: 2 March 2017

File Reference: F17/19537; 15-10-1

Attachment a: Humanitarian Crisis Assistance Policy ⇩

Item No. 6.3

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REPORT TITLE: Street Teams Initiative Evaluation

REPORT PROVIDED BY: Manager Community and Cultural Programs

Director Community Development

1. Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1. This report provides the Council with an evaluation of the Street Teams Project, after the completion of 18 months of operation.

1.2. In addition, the report seeks the Council’s approval to provide ongoing funding for the provision of the security service for the taxi rank on Castray Esplanade to support the delivery of the Street Teams Project in partnership with the Salvation Army and Tasmania Police. This arrangement will be ongoing provided that the project retains commitment from the other partner organisations.

2. Report Summary

2.1. The Street Teams Project is a collaborative approach to safety on Hobart’s waterfront by the City of Hobart, the Salvation Army and Tasmania Police that has been operating since November 2014.

2.2. A comprehensive evaluation of the project was recently undertaken by an external consultant in the period August to October 2016. The evaluation is shown at Attachment A to this report.

2.3. The aim of the evaluation was to explore whether or not the project had been successful in reducing the number of alcohol and other drug use-related incidents of harm in the Salamanca Place and Hobart waterfront entertainment precinct.

2.3.1. The evaluation was also to determine whether the project had improved perceptions of safety in the Hobart waterfront area.

2.4. A mixed-methods approach was used to collect data for the evaluation. Qualitative and observational data collected during the evaluation identified that the Street Teams Project performed important functions in the Salamanca and Hobart waterfront precinct on Friday and Saturday nights including:

· A calming presence and prevention of violent incidents;

· Provision of water, vomit bags, emergency footwear, and a safe place to ‘sober up’, warm up and get a hot drink;

· Support and assistance to leave the area safely;

· Support for individuals without the resources to get home;

· Application of first aid;

· Support for people who had become separated;

· Surveillance support for Tasmania Police;

· Extra eyes at the coal-face to enable swift intervention by police when necessary;

· Taking some of the pressure off the Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department;

· Support and assistance to Ambulance Tasmania;

· Injury prevention;

· Support for security staff located at venues;

· Care and compassion;

· Support for people at risk of self-harm;

· Early intervention in cases of assault towards women, and arguments between men and women (couples);

· Support for young women on their own to remain safe;

· Public education;

· Identification of individuals in need of follow up support services;

· Support and assistance where mental ill health may be an underlying factor.

2.5. In the period January 2015 to July 2016, between approximately 500 and 1800 individuals were engaged by the Street Teams per month, with up to 10 per cent of people considered to be ‘severely intoxicated’, up to 6 per cent assisted to leave the area, and up to 1.2 per cent requiring the assistance of emergency services (Ambulance Tasmania).

2.6. A coffee/tea cart operated by the Salvation Army as part of the Street Teams Project also provided a service to hundreds of people in the area. In total, over the course of 19 months, the Street Teams component of the Project had 13,039 encounters with members of the public.

2.7. Tasmania Police reported that there was a 53 per cent reduction in public place assaults in the Salamanca Place and Hobart waterfront precinct when comparing 2014-2015 data (pre the introduction of the Street Teams Project) to 2015-2016 data.

2.7.1. Tasmania Police attribute this difference to the work of the Street Teams Project.

2.8. The Street Teams Project costs approximately $150,000 per year in total to deliver, with the City of Hobart’s contribution being $50,000 per year for the provision of security for the secure taxi rank.

2.8.1. This figure does not include the contribution of the Salvation Army volunteer workforce, estimated to be valued at $40,000 per year.

3. Recommendation

That:

1. The Council note the evaluation of the Street Teams Project and approve the ongoing provision of security services for the taxi rank on Castray Esplanade to support the delivery of the Street Teams Project in partnership with the Salvation Army and Tasmania Police.

(i) This arrangement to be ongoing provided that the Street Teams Project retains commitment from the other partner organisations.

2. An annual budget allocation of $50,000 be included in the Community Development Policy Management - Community Safety Activity area of the Annual Plan.

4. Background

4.1. The Street Teams Project is a collaborative approach to safety on Hobart’s waterfront by the City of Hobart, the Salvation Army and Tasmania Police that has been operating since early 2015.

4.2. The project was modelled on the successful Street Teams program run in Melbourne by the City of Melbourne in partnership with the Salvation Army and the Victorian Police.

4.3. Key activities of the project include the Salvation Army Street Teams volunteers and coffee cart, the provision of security supervision of the taxi rank at Castray Esplanade (providing a ‘Secure Taxi Rank’) and an increased police presence in the precinct.

4.4. The Salvation Army Hobart recruits and trains Street Teams volunteers to work in a non-religious capacity with ‘at-risk’ and vulnerable revellers who are in need of assistance for a variety of reasons (intoxication, drugs, lost and homeless).

4.5. The Street Teams operate on the waterfront on Friday and Saturday nights from 10.30 pm - 3 am. They are constantly on the move around venues, and on the street and surrounding areas to engage with revellers and look to assist individuals who are intoxicated and/or vulnerable, particularly those that have been separated from friends.

4.6. The Salvation Army also run a coffee cart near the Castray Esplanade Taxi Rank. The purpose of the coffee cart is to provide a base and to offer free hot drinks to taxi drivers, encouraging them to use the taxi rank.

4.7. The Salvation Army has secured funding to run the Street Teams volunteers and coffee cart for a further two years with the potential to extend operation beyond that.

4.8. The Council’s contribution to the project has been to provide security guards for a Secure Taxi Rank at Castray Esplanade. Prior to the commencement of the project, this taxi rank had a reputation for being a hotspot for assaults and criminal behaviours.

4.9. The guards take a pro-active role in managing the queuing at the rank, and often negotiate an agreed outcome between the patron and the taxi driver to diffuse any antagonism or concern from either party.

4.10. The guards also work to ensure the safety of the Street Teams and coffee cart volunteers. They provide the volunteers with a handheld radio which gives them direct contact to security personnel across the waterfront in case they should require assistance.

4.11. Tasmania Police’s contribution to the project is a commitment to an increased presence on the waterfront on Friday and Saturday nights.

4.12. Tasmania Police are also actively engaged and regularly liaise with the Street Teams staff and volunteers and the guards at the Secure Taxi Rank.

5. Proposal and Implementation

5.1. It is proposed that the Council approve the ongoing provision of security services for the taxi rank on Castray Esplanade to support the delivery of the Street Teams Project in partnership with the Salvation Army and Tasmania Police.

5.1.1. This arrangement to be ongoing provided that the Street Teams Project retains commitment from the other partner organisations.

5.2. It is further proposed that an annual budget allocation of $50,000 be included in the Community Safety Activity area of the Annual Plan to fund the provision of the security guards at the taxi rank.

5.3. Additionally, it is proposed that the Council through its community safety activities, work with the Salvation Army and Tasmania Police to enact recommendations of the evaluation including:

5.3.1. The development of an ongoing evaluation strategy for the project, including the development of performance measures.

5.3.2. The engagement of Ambulance Tasmania and the Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department to assist in data collection to inform future evaluation.

5.3.3. Ensure that the Street Teams volunteers are well supported in their role e.g. address lighting issues, access to the lawns, access to public toilets and appropriate heating.

5.3.4. Plan for the sustainability of the project e.g. funding, sufficient staff and volunteers.

6. Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1. The proposal is very strongly aligned with key strategies outlined in the Capital City Strategic Plan 2015-2025 including:

‘Goal 4 - Strong, Safe and Healthy Communities

4.3 Build community resilience, public health and safety

4.3.8 Engage and support the community to address safety and social issues within the night-time economy.’

6.2. This proposal is also very strongly aligned with the City of Hobart’s Social Inclusion Strategy 2014-2019.

7. Financial Implications

7.1. Funding Source(s)

7.1.1. There is a $45,000 allocation in the Community Development Policy Management – Community Safety budget in the 2016-2017 Annual Plan.

7.2. Impact on Current Year Operating Result

7.2.1. This Project has a budget allocation in the current operating year.

7.3. Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

7.3.1. Subject to approval that the program will continue, an annual allocation of approximately $50,000 will be required in the Community Development Policy Management – Community Safety budget allocation in the Annual Plan.

8. Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1. There are no legal, risk or legislative considerations resulting from this proposal.

9. Social and Customer Considerations

9.1. Night time activity is an important and diverse part of the Hobart economy and requires government and business to work together towards providing well managed and safe environments that appeal to a wide range of the community (The Australian Night Time Economy – A First Analysis, TBR 2013).

9.2. The improvement of safety and perceptions of safety are the main objectives of the Street Teams Project, both of which significantly enhance the development of the night time economy.

9.3. The Salamanca / Waterfront area is the largest night time entertainment precinct in Hobart with an expanding repertoire of programming and events taking place in and around the area, making it a critical location for the Street Teams Project and the associated provision of a Secure Taxi Rank.

9.4. The Council has received unsolicited positive email feedback from members of the public commending the work of the security guards and the volunteers and expressing improved feelings of safety as a direct result of the Project.

9.5. The Tasmanian Hospitality Association (THA) has advised that it strongly supports the program being ongoing.

9.6. The results of the evaluation clearly indicate that this Project increases safety and perceptions of safety.

10. Community and Stakeholder Engagement

10.1. The Community Participation Coordinator, Community Safety Officer, Inspector Adrian Bodner (Tasmania Police), Grant Herring (the Salvation Army Hobart), the Tasmanian Hospitality Association, local taxi company representatives, and SL Security were consulted in the preparation of this report.

11. Delegation

11.1. This report is delegated to the Council for consideration.

Kimbra Parker

Manager Community and Cultural Programs

Philip Holliday

Director Community Development

Date: 2 March 2017

File Reference: F17/20112; 16-50-20

Attachment a: Street Teams Evaluation Report - November 2016 ⇩

Item No. 6.4

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ATTACHMENT a

APPLICATIONS APPROVED UNDER THE DELEGATED AUTHORITY OF

THE DIRECTOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR QUICK RESPONSE GRANTS - FILE REF: 16/194

Applicant	Project Description	Grant Stream	Value of Grant $ excl	Date of Approval
Tasmanian Chinese Art & Communication Society	Lunar New Year Celebration Entertainment. The Lunar New Year Entertainment Project was aimed to provide a unique cultural experience for our local communities in Hobart. This project was carried out by TCACS members with performances at the Chinese Lantern Festival.	Community	$500	14/12/2016
Australia FuJian Association Tasmania	Tasmania Chinese New Year Lantern Festival The Tasmania Chinese New Year Lantern festival closed the celebration for Chinese New Year. The event was held at the Town Hall.	Community	$500 (in-kind)	15/12/2016
Ferntree Community Association	Ferntree 1967 bushfire and community recovery commemoration. A community display and personal remembrances from the bushfires of 7 February 1967. The commemoration focused on the history of Ferntree, narrative of past events and recovery of this mountain community. Key features included: • Interpretive displays • Newspaper and scrapbooks • Photographic display • Audio recording • Audio visual display • Guest speakers	Community	$500	17/01/2017
Scots Memorial Uniting Church	Community Christmas Garden. Decoration of the garden in Bathurst Street over the Christmas period with lights, Christmas decorations and a large nativity scene.	Community	$500	19/01/2017
Mount Stuart Memorial Hall	Developing a program of activities for local residents. A diverse program of activities to activate the centre and engage with the local community to facilitate social connections has been developed. Committee members have committed to a weekly time (Mondays mornings 9.30am - 12.30pm) to open the hall to the community and trial weekly social activities. The program aims to be sustainable by mid 2017.	Community	$500	19/01/2017
Hobart Athletic Club Inc	Running and Cycling Carnival To hold a Carnival for Running and Cycling at the New Town Oval.	Community	$500 (in-kind)	19/01/2017
Zeb Direen	LIPSTICK is a new exploratory one person show by emerging artist Zeb Direen. Seeded at the Tasmania Performs Artist Residency in October 2016, it was selected by competitive application process to be a part of RAWspace presented at the Theatre Royal Backspace as part of The Ten Days on The Island festival in March 2017.	Creative Hobart	$1000	09/12/2016
Tasmania Performs	The Season - Ten Days on the Island rehearsal period. THE SEASON is a funny insight into the inner workings of a family mutton bird shed on Dog Island (part of the Bass Strait Islands) during the unique six week harvest of the mutton birds by Aboriginal Tasmanian people. A story of culture, community, adventure, boats, snakes and family. With no TV reception and basic living conditions, there are lots of shenanigans during THE SEASON. This is the first play written about Aboriginal Tasmanian Cultural practice in the last 30 years. Written by young Aboriginal author Nathan Maynard, and directed by Isaac Drandic, The Season features an Aboriginal cast of seven,and three National Arts Festival presenting partners, which reflect the excitement and support for this new work.	Creative Hobart	$600 (in-kind)	5/01/2017
Sandy Bay Regatta Association	Sandy Bay Regatta – Kids Corner The Sandy Bay Regatta provides a combination of water and land based activities that enables the local community celebrate Australia Day. The Sandy Bay Regatta also partners with the Council in hosting one of Tasmania's largest Australia day citizenship ceremonies.	Events	$990 (in-kind)	10/01/2017
Edmund Rice Camps Tasmania	Head to Heart This project pairs student volunteers with children from disadvantaged communities for a 24 hour camp filled with activities	Community	$500	31/01/2017
Essie Kruckemeyer	The Love Project The Love Project is a dance theatre work that explores the extraordinary and ordinariness of Love. A narrative told through prerecorded audio interviews, emotive music composed by talented Heath Brown and movement made by a small ensemble. With recent inclusion in the 2016 Tarraleah residency program through TasPerforms, The Love Project is continuing creative development as one of the successful projects included in the RawSpace initiative provided by Ten Days on the Island the Theatre Royal and TasPerforms.	Creative Hobart	$1,000	17/02/2017
Theatre Council Tasmania	Tasmanian Theatre Awards (The Errols) – patron support. The Errols are held to acknowledge the work of performers and theatre producers. The awards highlight the achievements of the theatre community and encourage innovation and excellence.	Creative Hobart	$1,000	22/02/2017
Lenah Valley Garden Club Inc	The Hobart Symposium This is a community led project for those who love gardens and gardening. The symposium will be held between 13/3-19/3/2017 at Ogilvie High School. The symposium includes many community activities, talks and lifelong learning opportunities.	Community	$500	24/02/2017

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