City of hobart
AGENDA
Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting
Open Portion
Thursday, 11 June 2020
at 5:15 pm
Working together to make Hobart a better place for the community.
THE VALUES
The Council is:
People |
We value people – our community, our customers and colleagues. |
Teamwork |
We collaborate both within the organisation and with external stakeholders drawing on skills and expertise for the benefit of our community. |
Focus and Direction |
We have clear goals and plans to achieve sustainable social, environmental and economic outcomes for the Hobart community. |
Creativity and Innovation |
We embrace new approaches and continuously improve to achieve better outcomes for our community. |
Accountability |
We work to high ethical and professional standards and are accountable for delivering outcomes for our community. |
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Business listed on the agenda is to be conducted in the order in which it is set out, unless the committee by simple majority determines otherwise.
APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
1. Co-Option of a Committee Member in the event of a vacancy
3. Consideration of Supplementary Items
4. Indications of Pecuniary and Conflicts of Interest
6.1 kunanyi / Mount Wellington - Halls Saddle Visitor Hub - Feasibility Study - Update
6.2 Wellington Park - Consumption and/or Sale of Alcohol
6.3 Sandy Bay Sailing Club - Request for Extension of Lease
6.5 COVID-19 Safe Plans - City Playgrounds, BBQS and Sportsgrounds and Related Hire
7. Committee Action Status Report
7.1 Committee Actions - Status Report
8. Responses to Questions Without Notice
10. Closed Portion Of The Meeting
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Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting (Open Portion) held Thursday, 11 June 2020 at 5:15 pm.
This meeting of the Parks and Recreation Committee is held in accordance with a Notice issued by the Premier on 3 April 2020 under section 18 of the COVID-19 Disease Emergency (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2020.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Briscoe (Chairman) Deputy Lord Mayor Burnet Thomas Ewin Sherlock
NON-MEMBERS Lord Mayor Reynolds Zucco Sexton Harvey Behrakis Dutta Coats |
Apologies:
Leave of Absence: Nil.
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The minutes of the Open Portion of the Parks and Recreation Committee meeting held on Thursday, 12 March 2020, are submitted for confirming as an accurate record.
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Ref: Part 2, Regulation 8(6) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.
That the Committee resolve to deal with any supplementary items not appearing on the agenda, as reported by the General Manager.
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Ref: Part 2, Regulation 8(7) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.
Members of the Committee 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.
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?
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6.1 kunanyi / Mount Wellington - Halls Saddle Visitor Hub - Feasibility Study - Update
Report of the Program Leader Bushland Recreation, the Manager Bushland and the Director City Amenity of 4 June 2020 and attachments.
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REPORT TITLE: kunanyi / Mount Wellington - Halls Saddle Visitor Hub - Feasibility Study - Update
REPORT PROVIDED BY: Program Leader Bushland Recreation
Manager Bushland
Director City Amenity
Report Purpose and Community Benefit
1.1. This report presents the findings of investigations into the establishment of a visitor hub at Halls Saddle to provide gateway access to kunanyi / Mount Wellington.
2. Report Summary
2.1. A high quality and easily accessible 'front door' required for the mountain has been deemed feasible at Halls Saddle that would improve the visitor experience of the City's greatest natural asset.
2.2. Improving
access to kunanyi / Mount Wellington is an issue of State importance.
Prior to COVID-19, growing visitor numbers had put aging visitor facilities at
key locations under intense pressure at peak times. Consequently local and
tourism needs are not being adequately serviced.
2.3. The
short term implications of COVID-19 for tourism visitation are dramatic and
unprecedented.
Medium and longer term outcomes are unknown at this stage, however it remains
reasonable to assume that over time visitor numbers will recover to growth
projections prior to the COVID-19 outbreak.
2.4. In September 2019, the Council endorsed redirecting its efforts away from The Springs to investigate the Halls Saddle site’s feasibility and potential for servicing visitor access to the mountain.
2.5. The investigation work, detailed in the kunanyi / Mount Wellington Halls Saddle Visitor Hub Feasibility Study (Refer Attachment A) has found the site is viable as the primary visitor gateway to the mountain and to accommodate the main required functions for a visitor gateway including approximately 285 car parks, a bus interchange and a visitor centre.
2.6. The concept plans provided are generally in conformity with the requirements of the planning scheme with no notable impediments identified in providing the necessary infrastructure and services.
2.7. Should the Council resolve to develop a Halls Saddle Visitor Hub, funding in the order of $5.7M will be required.
2.8. Given
the Council’s financial constraints, external funding opportunities
should be pursued.
The Government COVID-19 economic stimulus programs could potentially fund the
project with the concept at a stage it could be accelerated to shovel
relatively quickly (subject to all relevant approvals) and deliver a much
needed community asset that will generate jobs, growth and value in the
economic recovery phase.
That: 1. The kunanyi / Mount Wellington Halls Saddle Visitor Hub Feasibility Study, marked as Attachment A to the report, be received and noted. 2. The Study be used as the basis for further development of the proposal for Halls Saddle to become the primary gateway entrance for access to kunanyi / Mount Wellington and the City’s recreational tracks and trails in that area. 3. The next project phase be progressed and include: (i) Design development to enable the City to pursue external funding opportunities. (ii) Engagement with stakeholders and the community to inform design development. (iii) Further development of the business model and planning for the proposal. 4. A further report be provided to the Council on the findings of the above, at the appropriate time. |
4. Background
4.1. kunanyi
/ Mount Wellington is Tasmania’s third most visited tourist attraction
and most visited natural attraction.
The mountain currently attracts 500,000 visitors per year and within ten years
visitation to the mountain was projected to grow up to 700,000 visitors per
year.
4.2. kunanyi / Mount Wellington requires a high quality and easily accessible ‘front door’ for people wishing to explore the mountain’s forests, walking tracks and mountain bike trails.
4.3. Over
the last two years the City has investigated the establishment of a new
publicly funded visitor hub at The Springs.
However, whilst a visitor hub at The Springs would be a feasible and a major
attraction, the site itself (and Pinnacle Road) has limited capacity to cope
with projected traffic volumes and parking.
4.4. On 23 September 2019, the Council endorsed investigating an alternative site at Halls Saddle to establish its potential role as the primary road-based gateway entrance facility for servicing visitor access to the mountain. (Refer Attachment B for the Preliminary Assessment report of July 2019 previously provided to the Council)
That: 1. The Springs Visitor Centre Concept as developed to date, not be progressed.
2. Comprehensive assessment and feasibility assessment be undertaken into the Halls Saddle site to establish its potential role as the primary road-based gateway entrance facility for servicing visitor access to the mountain.
3. This work to involve:
(i) Concept development – including confirming required site functions and feasibility assessment.
(ii) Site master planning to ensure any required functions can fit within the site.
(iii) A transport / access analysis – including the site’s potential role in providing for a regular mountain bus service.
(iv) Determination of infrastructure and services requirements at the site.
(v) Compliance with planning scheme, including bushfire risk requirements.
(vi) Preparation of a high level assessment of the financial investment required to develop the Halls Saddle site as proposed.
(vii) The identification of potential grant funding and other external funding opportunities that could provide the investment required to develop the Halls Saddle site.
Halls Saddle site from the Organ Pipes (yellow circle)
4.5. The investigation work, detailed in the kunanyi / Mount Wellington Halls Saddle Visitor Hub Feasibility Study (Refer Attachment A) has found the site is viable as the primary visitor gateway to the mountain and to accommodate the main required functions for a visitor gateway including approximately 285 car parks, a bus interchange and a range of other visitor facilities.
4.6. The Feasibility Study involved:
4.6.1. Concept development;
4.6.2. Site master planning;
4.6.3. A transport/access analysis including consideration of the site’s potential role in providing for a regular mountain bus service;
4.6.4. Determination of infrastructure and services requirements;
4.6.5. Compliance with planning scheme, including bushfire risk requirements; and
4.6.6. High level cost estimates.
Indicative map
4.7. The findings in relation to each element of the September 2019 Council resolution are summarised below.
Concept Development
4.8. The
vision for the site is captured on page 5 of the Feasibility Study.
As the primary visitor gateway to the mountain the Halls Saddle visitor hub can
be
"the starting point to experience
kunanyi/Mt Wellington – to see it, to get to know what it offers and to
deepen your understanding of its mystery and magic.
The whole site is dedicated to delivering this experience."
Render of the proposed visitor centre development (page 20 of Study).
Site Master Planning
4.9. The concept plan is portrayed on page 18 of the Study. The former quarry site can accommodate the main required functions for a visitor gateway including approximately 285 car parks, a bus interchange and visitor facilities.
4.10. The concept elements include car park / interchange, café, visitor information, mountain bike entry node facilities, toilets / showers, lookout and space / services for commercial providers (i.e. bike hire).
Transport / Access Analysis
4.11. Engineering
firm GHD undertook a transport and access analysis to ensure sufficient patrons
can access the proposed hub at Halls Saddle including car parking, bus
interchange, circulation requirements and ancillary services.
A summary of the review is on page 9 of the Study, with the full GHD report on
pages 27-47.
The Halls Saddle site can deal with the identified transport issues.
“The proposed concept provides
approximately 285 car parking spaces at the Halls Saddle site.
This would be sufficient for the majority of the year, with additional measures
for meeting the Saturday demand during January requiring consideration”
(page 9 of Study).
4.12. A parking accumulation model was developed to test the site's potential role in providing for a regular mountain bus service.
“The Halls Saddle site is seen as an
opportunity to transform transport and access for kunanyi / Mount Wellington.
The primary purpose of the site is to provide car parking and an interchange
for shuttle services with the opportunity to provide additional features such
as a café, visitor centre, toilet and shower facilities and connections
for walking and cycling.”
“The proposal is not anticipated to generate additional traffic to the
area but to instead redirect existing traffic heading to kunanyi / Mount
Wellington and to advocate mode shift to minimise demand on Pinnacle Road”
4.13. The investigations (visitor projections and parking accumulation model) have found that a system with a mix of transport modes could be introduced in stages as visitor numbers grow and improved services come on-line.
Infrastructure and Services Requirements
4.14. Engineering
firm Gandy and Roberts completed a high level assessment of the site’s
latent conditions / suitability for creation of level areas and foundations for
any proposed buildings and car park needs.
JMG completed a similar assessment for the required services including water, sewer
and power provision.
4.15. No
impediments were identified (see page 10 of the Study for a summary of the
review).
Mains water and power supply already run through the site and an on-site
sewerage system (Septic/ AWTS Sewer) is recommended as the most practical and
economical option.
Compliance with Planning Scheme
4.16. Statutory planning consultants Emma Riley and Associates (ERA) advise that the proposal and concept plans are generally in conformity with the requirements of the planning scheme (a summary of the review is on page 11 of the Study).
4.17. The key considerations to obtain planning approval under the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015 for the Visitor Centre will be to minimise impacts on natural values (the site is a highly disturbed former quarry site), minimise impact on landscape values and maintain the enclosed natural and almost total screening of any buildings from Huon Road.
4.18. Regarding bushfire risk requirements, the ERA report notes the building be built to BAL 29 and the extent of the hazard managed area located on the edge of the cleared quarry is portrayed on the site masterplan (page 18 of the Study – shaded area surrounding the visitor centre building).
Potential Cost
4.19. Cost estimates for the buildings and infrastructure necessary to support the proposed visitor facility have been prepared by quantity surveyors Matrix Management Group with all appropriate limitations identified.
4.20. A high level estimate in the order of $5.7M (excl. GST) has been identified and include the cost for capital works associated with:
· Infrastructure services (i.e. potable water, sewage, power);
· Building construction & internal fit out (i.e. hospitality, amenities);
· Soft and hard landscaping;
· Vehicle movement (i.e. roads, car parking, bus set downs);
· Pedestrian and cycle movement (i.e. paths, track connections, trail heads).
Funding Sources
4.21. The proposal
could leverage significant broader economic benefits to Hobart and the State
(i.e. contribution to tourism economy, local businesses, and the recreational /
health benefits).
Post COVID-19 nature-based tourism including mountain
biking could play a significant role in the economic recovery of our City and
region.
4.22. Potential grant funding and other external funding opportunities that could provide the investment required to develop the Halls Saddle site have been considered.
4.23. However in light of COVID-19, the Tasmanian and Australian Government COVID-19 economic stimulus programs are more likely.
4.24. The Halls Saddle Visitor Hub could accelerate its development to shovel ready very quickly and deliver a much needed community asset that will generate jobs, growth and value in the economic recovery phase.
4.25. There are also opportunities for third party investments in infrastructure elements (i.e. rentable space).
5. Proposal and Implementation
5.1. This report seeks the Council's endorsement to enact the next stage of the project and further develop the concept for a visitor gateway for the mountain located at the Halls Saddle site.
5.2. The next stage of work will:
5.2.1. Inform the Council of key stakeholders (and the community’s) view on the role the site can play in solving transport issues and servicing visitor access to the mountain.
5.2.2. Further develop planning and approvals to a shovel ready point, and position the City to be able to capitalise on any available Government economic stimulus programs.
5.2.3. Progress a cost effective solution to longer term mountain visitation pressures while tourism numbers are impacted by COVID-19.
5.3. The next project phase be enacted to include:
5.3.1. Progress design of the concept to enable the Council to pursue external funding opportunities.
5.3.2. Engagement with stakeholders and the community to help inform design development.
5.3.3. Further development of the business model and planning for the proposal.
6. Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations
6.1. The 2018 City of Hobart community vision recognises the Mountain as key to Hobart's sense of place, culture and economy. Improving visitor access to the Mountain helps deliver the City’s vision.
6.2. The Wellington Park Management Trust is currently developing a Visitor and Recreation Strategy for Wellington Park. Improving access to kunanyi / Mount Wellington is a crucial issue to address.
6.3. A decentralised model of mountain visitation would see a number of key access hubs including Halls Saddle (primary), Fern Tree Park (just renovated), The Springs, Big Bend and the summit.
6.4. These key access hubs along with the extensive network of walking and mountain bike tracks would enable local, national or international visitors to access powerful nature experiences on the mountain.
7. Financial Implications
7.1. Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result
7.1.1. Project
development -
There is an existing allocation of $43,000 within the City's operating
budget which could be used to further project investigations (i.e. schematic
design, other works necessary to prepare for a development application).
7.2. Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result
7.2.1. Should the Council resolve to build a Halls Saddle Visitor Hub, funding in the order of $5.7M will be required.
7.2.2. At present there is no capital allocation for this project in the City's 10-Year Capital Works Program.
7.2.3. A concerted campaign to secure funding for the project could be pursued.
7.2.4. Commercial components (i.e. a café) could potentially support the development and provision of public / tourist services via annual lease payments.
7.2.5. Alternative options to the City funding in full the built infrastructure may be available (i.e. potential concessions to a long term lessee who may be able to fully or partially fund the build). Any such exploration / investigation would be the subject of future reports to the Council.
7.3. Asset Related Implications
7.3.1. Should the Halls Saddle development eventuate, it would be a new asset and incur new ongoing maintenance costs. The proposed operating model (leases etc) would need to be designed to cover this.
7.3.2. The extent, quality and level of service at the mountain’s key entry points require significant upgrade to meet the high and projected growing mountain visitation.
8. Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations
8.1. A
development at Halls Saddle would require planning approval under the Hobart
Interim Planning Scheme 2015.
External preliminary opinion is that the concept
plans are generally in conformity with the requirements of the planning scheme.
8.2. The site is outside Wellington Park and therefore there are no permits or approvals required from the Wellington Park Management Trust.
9. Environmental Considerations
9.1. The
site is a highly disturbed former quarry and is zoned environmental management.
Environmental impacts influenced the development of the site concept and, if a
development application were to proceed, further development and any associated
environmental impacts would be subject to the statutory planning process.
10. Marketing and Media
10.1. Considering the public interest in the mountain, it will be necessary to implement communications measures to advise the public, key stakeholders and interested parties of the process being undertaken.
11. Community and Stakeholder Engagement
11.1. The investigation to this point has been preliminary and aimed to determine the feasibility and potential scope for visitor facilities at the Halls Saddle location.
11.2. The City of Hobart has a well-established community consultation process which can be initiated once the Council determines if the proposal is worthy of further work at this point in time.
12. Delegation
12.1. 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.
Greg Milne Program Leader Bushland Recreation |
John Fisher Manager Bushland |
Glenn Doyle Director City Amenity |
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File Reference: F20/28567
Attachment a: Halls Saddle Visitor Hub Feasibility Study - March 2020 ⇩
Attachment b: Halls Saddle Preliminary Assessment - July 2019 ⇩
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6.2 Wellington Park - Consumption and/or Sale of Alcohol
Memorandum of the Manager Bushland and the Director City Amenity of 5 June 2020 and attachment.
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Memorandum: Parks and Recreation Committee
Wellington Park - Consumption and/or Sale of Alcohol
The City recently received the below email in respect to the sale and consumption of alcohol within Wellington Park. There was a specific request that this information be tabled at the next meeting of the City’s Parks and Recreation Committee.
Refer Attachment A for the paper referenced in the email above.
Background
Wellington Park is established pursuant to the Wellington Park Act 1993 whereat the Wellington Park Management Trust is the regulatory body. The Trust co-ordinates the implementation of strategies and procedures for the Park, including the Wellington Park Management Plan.
The Park is owned by multiple landholders, being the City of Hobart, Glenorchy City Council and the Crown (Parks and Wildlife), with the principal visitor facility sites (Pinnacle Road, the Springs, the Summit) all located on City of Hobart land.
Proposal
To allow the Committee to consider the matter of alcohol consumption and potential sale within Wellington Park, it is proposed that City Officers provide a further report on the statutory processes and powers, including risk management related issues, which may be relevant to future informed consideration by the Council.
That City Officers provide further information to the Parks and Recreation Committee on the statutory processes and powers in respect to the consumption and/or sale of alcohol within Wellington Park.
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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.
John Fisher Manager Bushland |
Glenn Doyle Director City Amenity |
Date: 5 June 2020
File Reference: F20/55371
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6.3 Sandy Bay Sailing Club - Request for Extension of Lease
Report of the Parks Projects Officer, the Manager Parks and Recreation and the Director City Amenity of 5 June 2020.
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REPORT TITLE: Sandy Bay Sailing Club - Request for Extension of Lease
REPORT PROVIDED BY: Parks Projects Officer
Manager Parks and Recreation
Director City Amenity
1. Report Purpose and Community Benefit
1.1. The purpose of this report is to consider a request from Sandy Bay Sailing Club to formalise for a further 10 year extension and another 10 year option to their current lease agreement of the Sandy Bay Sailing Club, Long Point Road, Sandy Bay.
2. Report Summary
2.1. A request has been received from Sandy Bay Sailing Club from its current expiry in 2031 for a further 10 years and with another 10 year option.
2.2. The reason for the extension is to provide the club with certainty for its ongoing operations and confidence to proceed with the approved masterplan development for the Club, specifically to construct a new boat storage facility which will improve both site facilities and OH&S issues.
2.3. The Council previously approved in 2018 an extension of the lease footprint of the Club to accommodate its redevelopment.
2.4. The request is supported.
That: 1. A lease to the Sandy Bay Sailing Club over the Sandy Bay Sailing Club, Long Point Road, Sandy Bay for a period of ten (10) years with an option of a further (10) years, from the expiry of their current lease in 2031, be approved, subject to no objections being received during the statutory community engagement process required under Section 178 and 179 of the Local Government Act 1993. (i) Should any objections be received during the community engagement period, a further report will be provided to the Council.
2. The leased area be provided at a nominal annual rent ($50 per annum). 3. The General Manager be authorised to finalise the terms and conditions of the lease. 4. In accordance with the Council Policy Grants and Benefits Disclosure the benefit recognised to the Sandy Bay Sailing Club by way of reduced rental as part of the new lease be disclosed in the City’s Annual Report.
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4. Background
4.1. In 2010, the Council approved a 10 year lease with two option periods for a further 10 years and one year over the Sandy Bay Sailing Club, Long Point Road Sandy Bay extending the property under lease until 2031.
4.2. The Council, at its meeting 23 July 2018 granted approval for an extension of the lease footprint of the Sandy Bay Sailing Club to enable it to accommodate proposed development works in accordance with it approved master plan.
Indication of lease footprint
4.3. The Sandy Bay Sailing Club has experienced growth over the past five years due to a changing program and coaching structures with membership doubling during this period currently just over 300.
4.4. Recent upgrades at the Club have been undertaken with assistance from a State Government grant and Origin Energy that has included renovation of the kitchen, a doubling of the size of the girls changeroom area and addressing several OH&S issues.
4.5. The immediate lease period extension request has followed the granting of a planning permit for a new boat storage and has been developed to improve both site facilities and safety.
4.6. The extension request is sought to provide certainty to the Club given their significant capital investment to the site.
5. Proposal and Implementation
5.1. Should the Council approve the recommendation, the following will need to occur for implementation:
5.1.1. Pursuant to Sections 178 and 179 of the Local Government Act 1993, community engagement be undertaken.
5.1.2. Upon conclusion of the community engagement process:
5.1.2.1. Should no objections be received, the General Manager be authorised to finalise the terms and conditions of the lease; or alternatively
5.1.2.2. Should objections be received, a further will report be provided to the Council on the matter.
6. Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations
6.1. The Capital
City Strategic Plan 2019-2029 supports the proposal with Strategic
Objective 2.3:
2.3 Hobart communities are active, healthy and engaged in lifelong
learning.
2.3.1 Provide and progressively enhance a range of quality place and facilities where people can enjoy education, recreation, socialising, healthy living and other activities and events.
6.2. Assessment of the request was undertaken in accordance with Council Policy ‘Leases to Non Profit Organisations’.
6.3. The proposed benefit of the lease, on nominal terms, is to be recorded in the City’s Annual Report, in accordance with Council Policy ‘Grant and Benefits Disclosure’.
7. Financial Implications
7.1. Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result
7.1.1. There will be no impact to the Council as result of this proposal.
7.2. Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result
7.2.1. As the Club has developed all facilities on the site, a nominal annual rental will continue to be applied.
8. Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations
8.1. Any new lease documentation will be prepared by the City’s Legal Services team.
9. Social and Customer Considerations
9.1. The Sandy Bay Sailing Club is an important community facility and that supports Hobart and Tasmania’s strong association with the sea and sailing. The Club has a long history of not only producing successful sailors but also facilitating access to water-based recreational activities for a broad cross-section of the Tasmanian Community.
9.2. The Club has grown substantially in recent years and supporting a lease extension will allow the club to confidently continue its scope for growth.
10. Delegation
10.1. The 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.
Kellie Williams Parks Projects Officer |
Lee Farnhill Manager Parks and Recreation |
Glenn Doyle Director City Amenity |
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6.4 Derwent City Bowls Club (Bowling Greens and Buildings), Cnr Lettitia and Ryde Street, North Hobart - Lease Renewal
Report of the Parks Projects Officer, the Program Leader Projects and Assets, the Manager Parks and Recreation and the Director City Amenity of 5 June 2020.
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REPORT TITLE: Derwent City Bowls Club (Bowling Greens and Buildings), Cnr Lettitia and Ryde Street, North Hobart - Lease Renewal
REPORT PROVIDED BY: Parks Projects Officer
Program Leader Projects and Assets
Manager Parks and Recreation
Director City Amenity
1. Report Purpose and Community Benefit
1.1. The purpose of this report is to consider a request from the Derwent City Bowls Club for a new 20 year lease for the bowling greens and clubrooms in North Hobart
2. Report Summary
2.1. The Derwent City Bowls Club has requested a new 20 year lease over their City owned clubrooms and bowling greens in North Hobart.
2.1.1. It is proposed to offer the Club a new 10 year lease, with an option for a further 10 years.
2.1.2. The Club has held a lease over the premises since the 1920’s after moving from the TCA Ground.
2.1.3. The club requested a variation to the premises in 2015 to add an additional area at the rear entrance to enable the lessee to construct an access ramp and to relinquish a disused bowling green which was approved. Their lease was amended to reflect the changes in December 2015.
2.1.4. The new lease is supported subject to the City’s obligations under the Local Government Act 1993.
2.1.5. The report is recommending approval of a lease renewal with the Derwent City Bowls Club.
That: 1. A lease to the Derwent City Bowls Club over the bowling greens and buildings at 1 Ryde Street, North Hobart for a period of ten (10) years, with an option for a further ten (10) years, be approved, subject to no objections being received during the statutory community engagement process required under Sections 178 and 179 of the Local Government Act 1993. (i) Should any objections be received during the community engagement period, a further report will be provided to the Council.
2. The leased area be provided at a nominal annual rent ($50 per annum) 3. The General Manager be authorised to finalise the terms and conditions of the lease. 4. In accordance with the Council Policy Grants and Benefits Disclosure the benefit recognised to the Derwent City Bowls Club by way of reduced rental as part of the new lease be disclosed in the City’s Annual Report.
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4. Background
4.1. The Derwent City Bowls Club hold a lease with the City for its clubhouse and bowling greens at 1-5 Ryde Street, North Hobart, and is situated on the same property title as North Hobart Oval.
4.1.1. The current lease was originally approved by the Council in 1999.
4.1.2. A variation of the original lease was approved on 17 December 2015 to add an additional area at the rear entrance to enable the lessee to construct an access ramp and to relinquish from the original lease a disused 3rd bowling green.
4.2. The Derwent City Bowls Club lease area is indicated below
4.3. The current lease area is well maintained by the Derwent City Bowls Club, and as such is considered a minimal impact to the City.
5. Proposal and Implementation
5.1. It is proposed that a new lease for a period of 10 years with an option for a further 10 year extension to the Derwent City Bowls Club, at a nominal annual rental of $50, be given in-principle approval.
5.2. Pursuant to Section 179 of the Local Government Act 1993, as the requested lease term exceeds five years, the City undertake community consultation, as required under Section 179 of the Act ‘Sale, exchange and disposal of public land’.
5.3. It is proposed that subject to no receipt of public objection to the proposed lease, following the community consultation prescribed under Section 179 of the Act, the General Manager negotiate the terms of the lease, at nominal rental, with the value of the benefit to be recorded in the City’s annual Report, in accordance with Council Policy Grant and Benefits Disclosure.
5.3.1. In accordance with the Act, should any objections be received from the public, a further report will be presented back to the Council.
6. Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations
6.1. The
Capital City Strategic Plan 2019-29 supports the proposal with Strategic
outcome 2.3:
Hobart communities are active, healthy and engaged in lifelong learning.
6.2. Assessment of the request was undertaken in accordance with Council Policy Leases to Non Profit Organisations.
6.3. The proposed benefit of the lease, on nominal terms, is to be recorded in the City’s Annual Report, in accordance with Council Policy Grant and Benefits Disclosure
7. Financial Implications
7.1. Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result
7.1.1. The commercial annual rental valuation of the Derwent City Bowls club lease area is $40,000.
7.1.2. The value of the reduced rental is recorded in the City’s Annual Report in accordance with the Council Policy Grants and Benefits Disclosure.
7.2. Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result
7.2.1. There will be minimal impact on future years’ operating results.
7.3. Asset Related Implications
7.3.1. The
City owns the building and as such has it listed as an asset.
The terms of the lease requires the Club to meet the outgoings for the leases
facility.
8. Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations
8.1. Any new lease documentation will be prepared by the Council’s Legal Services Officer.
9. Social and Customer Considerations
9.1. The Club has a consistent membership and has been a long term tenant of the area.
10. Community and Stakeholder Engagement
10.1. Pursuant to Sections 179 and Sections 178 of the Local Government Act 1993, community consultation be undertaken in accordance with the Act, as listed below:
10.1.1. Notification in the Mercury on at least two separate occasions;
10.1.2. Display of the notification onsite;
10.2. The notifications to advise the public that any objections to the proposed lease may be made to the City within 21 days of the date of the first publication.
11. Delegation
11.1. The 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.
Kellie Williams Parks Projects Officer |
Shannon Avery Program Leader Projects and Assets |
Lee Farnhill Manager Parks and Recreation |
Glenn Doyle Director City Amenity |
Date: 5 June 2020
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6.5 COVID-19 Safe Plans - City Playgrounds, BBQS and Sportsgrounds and Related Hire
Memorandum of the Director City Amenity of 5 June 2020.
Delegation: Committee
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Memorandum: Parks and Recreation Committee
COVID-19 Safe Plans - City Playgrounds, BBQS and Sportsgrounds and Related Hire
The State Government implemented the closure of public facilities in March 2020 in order to curtail the community transmission of COVID-19.
Recent relaxation of restrictions allows the staged re-opening of many open space facilities, subject to the development COVID-19 Safe Plans to ensure the risk to the public and the workforce can be mitigated.
Accordingly, the City has been developing COVID-19 Safe Plans in accordance with State Government guidelines.
Of particular, COVID-19 Safe Plans have been approved, at the time of writing, for the following facilities/activities that allow the public to recommence enjoyment and active use of various City facilities, including:
· Playgrounds and skate parks;
· BBQ sites (both those free to use on a first-come basis, and those managed through bookings);
· Legacy Park community ovens;
· Sporting codes use of sportsgrounds (currently only for training purposes);
· Hired use of the Mornington Skills Centre;
· Bushcare and Bush Adventures programs and activities.
All COVID-19 Safe Plans address State Government guidelines, addressing in particular:
· Social distancing;
· Permitted numbers of attendees;
· Hygiene protocols and cleansing regimes;
· Display of information posters promoting and advising of public health advice and measures;
· Relevant operational controls.
The City continues to work closely with key user groups to ensure the staged re-opening of facilities and recommencement of activities progresses in a safe manner.
That the information summarising the City’s COVID-19 Safe Plans that relate to the City’s re-opening of its playgrounds and bbqs and the hired use of its sportsgrounds, be received and noted.
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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.
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Date: 5 June 2020
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A report indicating the status of current decisions is attached for the information of Elected Members.
REcommendation
That the information be received and noted.
Delegation: Committee
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Regulation 29(3) Local Government (Meeting
Procedures) Regulations 2015.
File Ref: 13-1-10
The General Manager reports:-
“In accordance with the procedures approved in respect to Questions Without Notice, the following responses to questions taken on notice are provided to the Committee for information.
The Committee is reminded that in accordance with Regulation 29(3) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015, the Chairman is not to allow discussion or debate on either the question or the response.”
8.1 New Town Rivulet
File Ref: F20/32263; 13-1-10
Memorandum of the Director City Amenity of 28 May 2020.
Delegation: Committee
That the information be received and noted.
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Memorandum: Lord Mayor
Deputy Lord Mayor
Elected Members
Response to Question Without Notice
New Town Rivulet
Meeting: Parks and Recreation Committee
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Question:
Could the Director please provide advice in relation to potential impact on the New Town Rivulet (if any) due to the bridge being installed to service the sub-division located on the northern end of John Turnbull Park?
Response:
The new bridge recently installed on the northern end of John Turnbull Park, resides within the Glenorchy City Council municipal area and was subsequently assessed and approved by Glenorchy.
However the City of Hobart owns and maintains the Rivulet both up and down stream of the new bridge, and construction access and footprint involved City of Hobart land.
Prior to and during the course of the bridge’s construction the City has engaged closely with Glenorchy and the developer to ensure the impact on the rivulet during the construction period has been minimised. Monitoring of the works was undertaken, with the developer reactive to the City’s request to improve some aspects of the management of the construction site.
Upon completion of the bridge construction, including remediation and revegetation it is the City’s staff position that the bridge will not adversely impact the hydrology and flow of the New Town rivulet, compared to pre-existing condition. A position based on the final bridge span and clearance being greater than existing downstream bridges.
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.
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Section 29 of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.
File Ref: 13-1-10
An Elected Member may ask a question without notice of the Chairman, another Elected Member, the General Manager or the General Manager’s representative, in line with the following procedures:
1. The Chairman will refuse to accept a question without notice if it does not relate to the Terms of Reference of the Council Committee at which it is asked.
2. In putting a question without notice, an Elected Member must not:
(i) offer an argument or opinion; or
(ii) draw any inferences or make any imputations – except so far as may be necessary to explain the question.
3. The Chairman must not permit any debate of a question without notice or its answer.
4. The Chairman, Elected Members, General Manager or General Manager’s representative who is asked a question may decline to answer the question, if in the opinion of the respondent it is considered inappropriate due to its being unclear, insulting or improper.
5. The Chairman may require a question to be put in writing.
6. Where a question without notice is asked and answered at a meeting, both the question and the response will be recorded in the minutes of that meeting.
7. Where a response is not able to be provided at the meeting, the question will be taken on notice and
(i) the minutes of the meeting at which the question is asked will record the question and the fact that it has been taken on notice.
(ii) a written response will be provided to all Elected Members, at the appropriate time.
(iii) upon the answer to the question being circulated to Elected Members, both the question and the answer will be listed on the agenda for the next available ordinary meeting of the committee at which it was asked, where it will be listed for noting purposes only.
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That the Committee resolve by majority that the meeting be closed to the public pursuant to regulation 15(1) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015 because the items included on the closed agenda contain the following matters:
· Information of a commercial and confidential nature
The following items are listed for discussion:-
Item No. 1 Minutes of the last meeting of the Closed Portion of the Committee Meeting Item No. 2 Consideration of supplementary items to the agenda Item No. 3 Indications of pecuniary and conflicts of interest Item No. 4 Reports Item No. 4.1 Ropes Course on City Land Proposal - Update LG(MP)R 15(2)(c)(i) Item No. 5 Committee Action Status Report Item No. 5.1 Committee Actions - Status Report LG(MP)R 15(2)(g) Item No. 6 Questions Without Notice
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