Agenda of City Infrastructure Committee Meeting

Agenda (Open Portion)

City Infrastructure Committee Meeting

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23/9/2020

City Infrastructure Committee Meeting (Open Portion) held Wednesday, 23 September 2020 at 5:15 pm.

This meeting of the City Infrastructure 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

Harvey (Chairman)

Lord Mayor Reynolds

Deputy Lord Mayor Burnet

Behrakis

Ewin

NON-MEMBERS

Zucco

Briscoe

Sexton

Thomas

Dutta

Sherlock

Coats

Apologies:

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 City Infrastructure Committee meeting held on Wednesday, 26 August 2020, are submitted for confirming as an accurate record.

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.

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.

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: Asset Management Policy and Strategy - Updates

REPORT PROVIDED BY: Acting Manager Strategic Asset Management

Director City Innovation

1. Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1. The purpose of this report is to provide an update to the Council on the City’s Asset Management Policy and Strategy related to the asset management specific provisions under sections, 70C and 70D of the Local Government Act 1993.

2. Report Summary

2.1. The Asset Management Policy as shown in revisions format attached to this report (refer Attachment A), focuses on the following:

(i) Goals for adopting Asset Management Principles with agreed service levels;

(ii) Commitment with the community to ensure that Asset Management systems and associated practices are compliant with legislative requirements and are implemented to the best appropriate standard; and

(iii) Ensuring assets support the provision of community service, following the City’s Strategic Plan.

2.2. The Policy was due to be reviewed in March 2020, but due to unforeseen circumstances such as COVID-19, the policy has only now been reviewed, and minor updates have been made to allow the following:

(i) Addition of two new Asset groups; Smart City and Lighting Assets; and

(ii) New ICONs for Asset groups.

2.3. The Asset Management Strategy (refer Attachment B) has been updated and documents asset management practices, plans and processes in line with the Asset Management Policy.

2.4. The Strategy describes the current state of asset management practices, where we want to be, and an implementation plan. It also provides a governance model integrating City of Hobart systems, processes, corporate governance and alignment with the Strategic Plan.

3. Recommendation

That the updated Asset Management Policy and Strategy, referred to as Attachment A and B to this report, be approved.

4. Background

4.1. Under Section 70E of the Local Government Act 1993 the Council must review its Asset Management Policy (refer Section 70C) and its Asset Management Strategy (refer section 70D) at least once every four years.

4.2. The Asset Management Policy was last adopted by the Council at its meeting held on 23September 2019, to be reviewed and updated in March 2020.

(i) The Asset Management Policy has been reviewed and updated (Attachment A). Updates focus on the addition of asset categories including Lighting and Smart City and the policy is updated with reference to the City’s Strategic Plan. The policy was also updated to address the project and program management aspects of Asset Management.

4.3. An updated Asset Management Strategy (draft) is under development and includes the following:

(i) Establishing a Strategic Asset Management process identifying the responsibilities of key stakeholders and specifying the necessary asset management information system capability to support decision-making and meet service standards.

(ii) A Strategic Asset Management Governance Model defining a hierarchy of authority in regards to asset management and planning. The model will also illustrate the foundation upon which decision-making and planning will rely.

5. Proposal and Implementation

5.1. In line with the updated Asset Management Policy and Strategy, officers are preparing updated asset management plans for the City’s major asset groups.

5.2. Asset plans for the City’s major asset groups are scheduled to be completed in April 2021.

5.3. Officers will be reviewing and updating the Strategic Asset Management Plan (based on completion of) Individual Asset Plans in April – May 2021.

6. Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1. The Asset Management Policy and Strategy are prepared in context of:

(i) City of Hobart - Capital City Strategic Plan 2019-29.

(ii) City of Hobart Climate Change Adaption Policy.

(iii) City of Hobart Sustainable Hobart Action Plan (draft).

(iv) City of Hobart Asset Accounting Policy (under revision).

(v) City of Hobart Connected Hobart Strategy and Action Plan.

(vi) City of Hobart Risk Management Strategy and Action Plan.

(vii) Council endorsed service and strategies.

7. Financial Implications

7.1. Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

(i) Not Applicable.

7.2. Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

(i) Not Applicable.

7.3. Asset Related Implications

(i) Not Applicable.

8. Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1. There is a specific requirement the City must meet in regards to asset management as detailed in section 70C and 70D of the Local Government Act 1993, and the Local Government (Content of Plans and Strategies) Order 2014.

9. Environmental Considerations

9.1. The Asset Management Policy and Strategy are prepared in context of the City of Hobart Climate Change Adaptation Policy.

9.2. Individual Asset Plans prepared in alignment with IPWEA NAMS+ guidelines support climate resilient asset management.

10. Delegation

10.1. At determination of 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.

Ali Rizvi

Acting Manager Strategic Asset Management

Peter Carr

Director City Innovation

Date: 18 September 2020

File Reference: F20/91508; 15/127-026-07; 16/335

Attachment a: Updated Asset Management Policy ⇩

Attachment b: Updated Asset Management Strategy ⇩

Item No. 6.3

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REPORT TITLE: Hobart Rivulet - Potential as a Pedestrian Walkway and Cycleway

REPORT PROVIDED BY: Manager Stormwater

Director City Amenity

1. Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1. The purpose of the report is to respond to a request of the Council to assess the merits of utilising the underground section of the Hobart Rivulet as a pedestrian and/or bicycle commuter route.

1.2. This report also details consideration of potentially working with educational institutions to develop a research project for students to address the challenges in the delivery of the above mentioned asset use.

2. Report Summary

2.1. The Council, at its meeting held on 7 October 2019 resolved the following:

1. That a report be prepared to consider the merits or otherwise of utilising Hobart’s underground rivulet as a pedestrian and / or bicycle commuter route, or other uses, and;

2. In its assessment of the concept, the Council considers the potential of working with institutions such as schools, colleges and universities to develop research projects for students to address the challenges and develop technical, innovation, social and economic models and solutions.

2.2. The Urban Drainage Act 2013 classifies the Hobart Rivulet as a waterway.

As a waterway, the function of the Rivulet’s enclosed section is the transportation of stormwater flows through the Hobart CBD with minimal detrimental impact to the surrounding public and private properties.

2.3. The enclosed nature of this section of the waterway creates a number of hazards that include, but are not limited to the risk of:

2.3.1. Engulfment by flood water and/or

2.3.2. Asphyxiation by hazard airborne contaminants.

2.4. Further, the enclosed sections of the Rivulet are defined under Australian Standards as ‘confined spaces’, with significant workplace health and safety controls, including specialist training and accreditation required by those entering the enclosed sections.

2.5. Accordingly, the enclosed sections of the Hobart Rivulet currently remain unsuitable as a public thoroughfare.

2.6. However, there may be merit in seeking a theoretical investigation into the viability of retrofitting a cycleway/pedestrian way into the underground urban section of the Rivulet, by offering this subject matter as an honours project to the UTas Engineering Faculty.

3. Recommendation

That:

1. The enclosed sections of the Hobart Rivulet not be considered for use as a public thoroughfare or commuter route, noting the significant workplace health and safety controls required to mitigate the extreme risk associated with such a stormwater facility, including the specialist training and accreditation required by those entering the enclosed sections.

2. As part of the City’s Honour Student Program with the Engineering Faculty of the University of Tasmania, the City seek an expression of interest from potential students on the following project:

“Theoretical investigation into the viability of retrofitting a cycle/pedestrian way into the underground urban section of the Hobart Rivulet”.

4. Background

4.1. The Council, at its meeting held on 7 October 2019 resolved the following:

1. That a report be prepared to consider the merits or otherwise of utilising Hobart’s underground rivulet as a pedestrian and / or bicycle commuter route, or other uses, and;

4.2. The Urban Drainage Act 2013 classifies the Hobart Rivulet as a waterway.

As a waterway, the function of the Rivulet’s enclosed section is the transportation of stormwater flows through the Hobart CBD with minimal detrimental impact to the surrounding public and private properties.

4.3. The enclosed nature of this section of the waterway creates a number of hazards that include, but are not limited to the risk of:

4.3.1. Engulfment by flood water and/or

4.3.2. Asphyxiation by hazard airborne contaminants.

4.4. Further, the enclosed sections of the Rivulet are defined under Australian Standards as ‘confined spaces’, with significant workplace health and safety controls, including specialist training and accreditation required by those entering the enclosed sections.

4.5. Such controls, training and accreditation requirements currently preclude the site being used as a public thoroughfare.

Previous Tours of the site

4.6. Historically the City had run Hobart Waterways Tours through the underground and enclosed section of the Hobart Rivulet.

However, in 2009 a safety incident in one of these tours resulted in a tour group having to be rescued from the Hobart Rivulet by emergency services.

4.7. The subsequent investigation resulted in Workplace Standard Tasmania issuing a Corrective Order on the City under Section 38 of the Work Safe Australia Act 2008.

An Order that required the City to undertake a number of actions before the Order could be lifted, and tours to recommence.

4.8. A subsequent independent review of this Order resulted in the Council on 12 December 2011 electing to exclude the enclosed section of the Hobart Rivulet from Hobart Waterways Tours, whilst also undertaking works to limit public access to the enclosed section.

Subsequent to this decision, the City further elected to cease entirely the running of the Hobart Waterways Tours.

Educational Institutions

4.9. The City has an established Honour Student Program with the Engineering Faculty of the University of Tasmania, where the various engineering projects of benefit to the City are nominated as potential projects for Engineering Honours Students to undertake as part of the their honours course.

4.10. It is proposed that the City offer the below as a potential project:

“Theoretical investigation into the viability of retrofitting a cycle/pedestrian way into the underground urban section of the Hobart Rivulet”.

5. Proposal and Implementation

5.1. It is proposed that due to the extreme risks associated with an enclosed stormwater system as a public thoroughfare and commuter route, the Council resolve to not utilise the enclosed sections of the Hobart Rivulet for public access, at this time.

5.2. However, it is proposed that the City offer a theoretical investigation into the matter, as a potential project for a UTas Honours Engineering Student.

6. Financial Implications

6.1. Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

6.1.1. The City incurs no additional costs in hosting honours students.

6.2. Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

6.2.1. Not applicable

6.3. Asset Related Implications

6.3.1. The enclosed sections of the Hobart Rivulet is defined as both a waterway (ie stormwater system) under the Urban Drainage Act 2013 and a ‘confined space’ under Australian Standards.

6.3.2. Accordingly, access to the enclosed sections of the Rivulet require personnel to hold specialised accreditation with significant workplace health and safety controls in place to support each and every incursion into the stormwater system.

7. Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

7.1. The Urban Drainage Act 2013 and the City’s obligations under various workplace health and safety statutes, Australian Standards, guidelines and internal process controls mitigates the City’s risk management of the Hobart Rivulet.

8. Delegation

8.1. The matter is delegated to the Council.

Aaron Smith

Manager Stormwater

Glenn Doyle

Director City Amenity

Date: 18 September 2020

File Reference: F20/58739

Item No. 6.4

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REPORT TITLE: Elizabeth Street Midtown Retail Precinct Upgrade - Results of Key Stakeholder Engagement

REPORT PROVIDED BY: Senior Advisor - Place Making

Director City Planning

1. Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1. The purpose of this report is to provide the results of recent ‘key stakeholder’ engagement on the draft streetscape concept design for Elizabeth Street (Midtown), as requested by the Council in its resolution of 8 July 2019, which stated (inter alia), that:

1.1.1. A draft concept design for the Elizabeth Street Precinct upgrade be developed with consideration of the Project Action Team’s principles, desired outcomes and recommendations,

1.1.2. A further report be provided to the Council following key stakeholder engagement and prior to broader community consultation on the draft concept design.

1.2. The draft streetscape concept design reflects the priorities and aspirations of the community members who have previously engaged in the project.

1.3. Due to the financial impacts of COVID-19, the streetscape upgrade project is no longer programmed for commencement in 2021, however continuing to plan and develop the project will allow for implementation once funding is available.

1.4. While the cross section of Elizabeth Street ultimately constrains what can be achieved, implementing the draft concept would result in improved pedestrian amenity, more footpath space for outdoor dining, retained on street vehicle loading and some short term parking, greening and an uphill bicycle lane, while continuing to be a priority public transport route.

2. Report Summary

2.1. During 2019, the Elizabeth Street Retail Precinct project team worked collaboratively with the Midtown community to understand the needs, opportunities, aspirations and priorities for a street upgrade in this evolving part of the City.

2.2. The collaborative process included traders, community members, residents, students, tourism operators, and property owners working with Council officers from Place Making, City Mobility and Community Engagement.

2.3. Due to the impacts of COVID-19 on the City’s financial situation, the project is no longer programmed to commence construction in 2021.

2.4. Planning and design work is intended to continue in order that the project is ready to build when funding becomes available.

2.5. Key stakeholders were engaged during August - September 2020 and a summary of that engagement is provided in Attachment A.

2.6. 163 stakeholders were directly contacted about the draft concept, 18 written submissions or survey responses were received. Of these, four respondents indicated that they do not support the concept design.

2.7. The next step is to consult with the broader community, and then to revise the draft concept, and a further report will be provided at the appropriate time.

3. Recommendation

That:

1. The Council receive and note the feedback provided by key stakeholders in regard to the draft concept design for the Elizabeth Street Retail Precinct upgrade.

2. Broader community consultation now be undertaken on the draft concept design for the Elizabeth Street Retail Precinct upgrade, followed by a further report to include a summary of all feedback received, officer responses to the feedback and a revised draft concept including any proposed changes in response to feedback received.

3. A detailed report addressing the potential loss of car parking within the Elizabeth Street Precinct be referred to the Finance and Governance Committee at the appropriate time.

4. Background

4.1. The City has invested in capital upgrades in suburban main streets in recent years. Since the endorsement of the ‘Plan for Hobart’s Local Retail Precincts’ in 2016, public realm improvements have been made in shopping precincts of Sandy Bay, Lenah Valley, South Hobart and New Town.

4.2. The objective of the Retail Precincts program is to create thriving main street environments that support local businesses and create walkable and vibrant local main streets.

4.3. Investment in Hobart’s local retail precincts is an action in the Hobart City Deal under Key Focus Area 6: smart, liveable and investment ready city.

4.4. During 2019, City staff engaged with the Midtown community to explore and understand the range of issues and aspirations for the street. The process provided many ways to get involved and input was received from stakeholders including traders, community organisations, residents, students, business operators and property owners.

4.5. A report was considered by the City Infrastructure Committee on 8 July 2019, communicating the community-based Project Action Team’s recommendations for the project. Three members of the Project Action Team attended the City Infrastructure Committee meeting to present the group’s recommendations.

4.6. The Council resolved that:

4.6.1. “A draft concept design for the Elizabeth Street Precinct upgrade be developed with consideration of the Project Action Team’s principles, desired outcomes and recommendations.

4.6.1.1. A draft concept has been developed and is shown in Attachment B.

4.6.2. The draft concept design for the Elizabeth Street Precinct upgrade be communicated to the Elected Members by way of a briefing, prior to further targeted consultation with key stakeholders, landlords and property owners.

4.6.2.1. A briefing was provided to Elected Members in November 2019, outlining the draft concept and further targeted consultation has now been undertaken with key stakeholders, business operators, landlords and property owners.

4.6.3. A further report be provided to the Council following key stakeholder engagement and prior to broader community consultation on the draft concept design.

4.6.3.1. Key stakeholder engagement has now occurred and this is the reason for the current report.

4.6.4. A detailed report addressing the potential loss of car parking within the Elizabeth Street Precinct be referred to the Finance and Governance Committee at the appropriate time.”

4.6.4.1. This report will be provided once the wider community has been engaged and the draft concept has been revised in light of the consultation - a next step.

5. Proposal and Implementation

5.1. A summary report of the key stakeholder community engagement, recently undertaken in August and September 2020, is provided as Attachment A.

5.2. The next step, should the Council be supportive, is to undertake consultation of the draft concept design with the broader community.

5.3. Following the broader community consultation, the results plus a revised draft concept would be reported to the Council for consideration. Should the Council be supportive of the revised draft, detail design would then commence.

5.4. Due to the changed financial situation, implementation may occur as smaller, stand-alone actions, for example:

5.4.1. Federal Government ‘Black Spot’ road safety funding has been awarded to implement pedestrian crossing improvements at the intersection of Elizabeth Street and Patrick Street. Engagement with the property owners and tenants in the vicinity has commenced.

5.4.2. Reducing the traffic speed limit in Elizabeth Street was a strong recommendation of the community, to improve the pedestrian environment, road safety and vibrancy of the street. This will be pursued along with the CBD traffic speed limit reductions currently being planned.

5.4.3. Planning is continuing on the Vibrance Festival, with a number of COVID-safe format options to ensure public art is delivered in Midtown in 2021. The festival will go ahead in February 2021.

5.4.4. Discussions are underway with the Department of State Growth to explore the provision of a temporary, no-dig solution to provide Midtown businesses with the additional footpath width they need to serve customers, with appropriate social distancing.

5.4.5. Officers are collaborating with the UTAS Southern Futures team, to ensure that the University’s developments centred on the Melville Street and Elizabeth Street junction, will complement and take account of Elizabeth Street as a principal walking corridor and important activity spine in the City, connecting the waterfront with North Hobart.

6. Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1. Investment in Hobart’s local retail precincts is an action of the Hobart City Deal – Key Focus Area 6: smart, liveable and investment ready city.

6.2. Pillar one of the Capital City Strategic Plan underpins the retail precinct upgrades, including:

6.2.1. 1.2.1 In collaboration with communities and stakeholders, continue and extend the program of city improvements and precinct upgrades.

7. Financial Implications

7.1. Due to the impacts of COVID-19 on the City’s financial situation, the project is no longer programmed to commence in 2021.

7.2. Planning and design work is intended to continue in order that the project is ready to build if and when funding becomes available.

7.3. There are no anticipated impacts on the current year’s financial result arising from this report.

7.4. All future financial impacts involved with implementation would be reported at the appropriate time.

7.5. Asset Related Implications.

7.5.1. There are none at this time.

8. Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1. There are none at this time.

9. Environmental Considerations

9.1. There are none at this time.

10. Social and Customer Considerations

10.1. The current draft concept has been developed in response to recommendations of a community stakeholder-based Project Action Team.

10.2. Future consultation will also be in accordance with the Council’s Engagement Framework and Policy.

11. Marketing and Media

11.1. Radio and press have reported on the project in earlier stages, to increase awareness and encourage participation in the collaborative and visioning engagement phases.

11.2. Should the project progress to implementation stage, this would be an appropriate time to seek media and marketing input, however it is not considered necessary for the next step.

12. Community and Stakeholder Engagement

12.1. Extensive community and stakeholder engagement has shaped the project to date. The results of previous engagement stages have been previously reported to the Council.

12.2. All property owners and business operators in Elizabeth Street between Melville and Warwick Streets were contacted and invited to comment on the draft concept. This included:

12.2.1. 163 mail outs distributed including an information pack (Attachment B), survey and reply-paid envelope.

12.2.2. 58 traders and stakeholders were emailed.

12.2.3. The project page on the YourSay Hobart website was updated with project information and a survey, and a link provided to key stakeholders.

12.2.4. The YourSay project page received 252 visits between 10 August and 7 September and the draft concept designs were downloaded 110 times.

12.2.5. An evening information session was held in Elizabeth Street on Tuesday 1 September. 16 key stakeholders attended including 7 business operators who hadn’t previously participated in face-to-face activities.

12.3. 18 written submissions and completed surveys were received, of which:

12.3.1. 7 respondents support the draft concept;

12.3.2. 6 respondents are somewhat supportive but have some concerns or questions;

12.3.3. 4 respondents do not support the concept and want to see something different, and

12.3.4. No respondents stated a preference for keeping the street the way it is.

12.4. A range of comments, concerns, suggestions and alternative ideas were provided. The main concerns raised were:

12.4.1. Car parking – five respondents identified loss or lack or car parking as a concern for their business or property. The need for parking close to the shops for elderly people was mentioned specifically by two businesses. One business suggested the Council car parks in the area stay open later to encourage evening use.

12.4.1.1. Comment: The draft concept proposes to widen the footpaths in ‘block 1’ between Melville and Brisbane Streets. In order to achieve this additional space, a quantity of on-street car parking will need to be reduced. The Project Action Team considered the options and recommended that some of the car parking spaces would be better used for people space to make this area more vibrant and welcoming. The draft concept has retained six on street car parking spaces in Block 1, four of which are positioned adjacent to the businesses that have expressed a preference for on street parking nearby due to customers needing to transfer heavy and bulky goods. It is considered that this gives some balance to the range of needs and aspirations of stakeholders in Block 1.

12.4.1.2. Block 1 is well serviced for car parking with 100 metered public spaces located in the UTAS residences car park, accessed off Melville Street. It is approximately 25 metres, step-free, from the undercover facility to the middle of Block 1. This facility is currently presently underutilised with pre-COVID average usage data showing 50% of spaces are available at the peak of the day.

12.4.1.3. The draft concept would reduce on street parking by three spaces in Block 2 and five spaces in Block 3.

12.4.1.4. With regard to time limits, loading, and short stay provisions of on-street spaces, work still needs to be done to optimise the operation of the proposed kerbside provision within the current design concept, to best meet the needs of stakeholders.

12.4.2. Loading and servicing – four respondents identified the need to ensure sufficient loading zone space is retained in order to service businesses.

12.4.3. Bike infrastructure – two respondents expressed dissatisfaction with the on-street bike lane, preferring to see a separated cycle way

12.4.3.1. Comment: It is agreed that a separated lane would provide better conditions for riding, but it would come at the cost of other uses. Elizabeth Street is tasked with a number of movement and place functions, it is a key pedestrian corridor, business precinct and high frequency public transport route. The painted on street bike lane is achievable while also allowing footpaths to be widened and some on street car parking and loading access to be retained. The lane has been designed in accordance with Austroads Standards. It is noted that the proposed reduced speed limit in Elizabeth Street will also contribute to a safer speed environment that will also benefit bike riders.

12.4.4. Outdoor dining – one respondent expressed that outdoor dining is an unsuitable use in Elizabeth Street. One respondent wanted to see more space set aside for outdoor dining.

12.4.4.1. Comment: providing additional space for business activation such as outdoor dining, and pedestrians is a key objective of the project. The balance of space – where the wider footpaths begin and end - will be considered at the design revision stage, in light of all the engagement feedback received.

12.4.5. Public transport – two respondents were keen to ensure that the efficiency of buses is retained.

12.4.5.1. Comment: while the frequency of buses in the Elizabeth Street corridor does have an impact on the atmosphere of the street environment, it is a key route to the north for the foreseeable future and Metro’s input will be invited again at the detail design stage.

12.4.6. Positive impacts – twelve respondents expressed enthusiasm for the concept, citing enhanced amenity, aesthetic and practical street appeal, provide better conditions for walking, attract economic footfall and generate more business in the strip.

12.5. A summary report of the engagement undertaken and the feedback received from key stakeholders to the current draft concept can be found in Attachment A.

12.6. All comments received during this engagement, and the broader engagement stage to come, will be analysed and considered as part of a next step to revise the draft concept. These considerations would be reported to the Council after the broader community engagement.

13. Delegation

13.1. This decision is for the Council to determine.

Sarah Bendeich

Senior Advisor - Place Making

Neil Noye

Director City Planning

Date: 18 September 2020

File Reference: F20/99965

Attachment a: Engagement Summary Report: Elizabeth Street Retail Precinct (Midtown) ⇩

Attachment b: Draft Streetscape Concept - Elizabeth Street Retail Precinct - Information Sheet ⇩

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