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AGENDA

Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting

 

Open Portion

 

Thursday, 15 October 2020

 

at 5:15 pm

 


 

 

 

 

THE MISSION

Working together to make Hobart a better place for the community. 

THE VALUES

The Council is:

 

People

We care about 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 are transparent, work to high ethical and professional standards and are accountable for delivering outcomes for our community. 

 

 


 

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ORDER OF BUSINESS

 

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  4

2.        Confirmation of Minutes. 4

3.        Consideration of Supplementary Items. 4

4.        Indications of Pecuniary and Conflicts of Interest. 5

5.        Transfer of Agenda Items. 5

6.        Reports. 6

6.1     Consumption / Sale of Alcohol in Wellington Park. 6

6.2     Mountain Bike Network Plan for the Foothills of kunanyi/ Mount Wellington - Results of Community Engagement 13

6.3     City to Gardens Way Connectivity and Wayfinding Plan - Results of Community Engagement and Endorsement of Final Plan. 79

6.4     Tolmans Hill Park, Tolmans Hill - Proposed Public Toilets, BBQ, Shelter Facilities - Community Consultation Outcomes. 144

6.5     Provision of Showers in Public Toilet Developments. 170

6.6     Established Pest Animals and Weeds Management Pipeline Program – Advancing Pest Animal and Weed Control Solutions - City Support 176

6.7     13 Marine Terrace, Battery Point - Proposal to Install Boat-Slip Track/Rails Across City Foreshore Land. 181

7.        Committee Action Status Report. 189

7.1     Committee Actions - Status Report 189

8.        Responses to Questions Without Notice. 200

8.1     Hobart Rivulets - Impact on Flora and Fauna. 201

9.        Questions Without Notice. 203

10.     Closed Portion Of The Meeting.. 204

 


 

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Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting (Open Portion) held Thursday, 15 October 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.

 

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 Special Parks and Recreation Committee meeting held on Monday, 7 September 2020  and the Parks and Recreation Committee meeting held on Thursday, 10 September 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?

 


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6.       Reports

 

6.1    Consumption / Sale of Alcohol in Wellington Park

          File Ref: F20/79552

Report of the Program Leader Bushland Recreation, the Manager Bushland and the Director City Amenity of 8 October 2020 and attachment.

Delegation:     Council


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REPORT TITLE:                  Consumption / Sale of Alcohol in Wellington Park

REPORT PROVIDED BY:  Program Leader Bushland Recreation

Manager Bushland

Director City Amenity

 

1.         Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1.     This report provides information on the statutory processes and powers regarding the consumption and/or sale of alcohol within Wellington Park.

2.         Report Summary

2.1.     A memo was tabled to the Parks and Recreation Committee of 11 June 2020, responding to a letter from the Fern Tree Community Association (refer Attachment A).

2.2.     Information in this report clarifies the statutory processes and powers regarding the consumption and/or sale of alcohol in Wellington Park.

2.3.     The determination to regulate sale of alcohol is governed by a range of legal authorities and is currently provided for in the Wellington Park Management Trust’s ‘Springs Precinct and Pinnacle Precinct Zones’ within the ‘Wellington Park Management Plan’.

2.4.     To prohibit alcohol in Wellington Park, a submission supported by the Wellington Park Management Trust outlining and justifying the request would need to be made to the Police Commissioner by all parties responsible for the management of the area.

2.5.     The agreement for a prohibition for the whole park would therefore require the written support of the City of Hobart as well as Glenorchy City Council, Crown Lands, the Parks and Wildlife Service as well as the Wellington Park Trust.

3.         Recommendation

That the Council write to the Fern Tree Community Association and provide the following advice in respect to the consumption and sale of alcohol in Wellington Park:

(i)      The sale of alcohol is more appropriately considered through the assessment process when any development application that would include the supply and/or sale of alcohol in Wellington Park, is made.

(ii)     The sale of alcohol is a permitted use under the Wellington Park Management Plan at specified precincts including the Pinnacle and the Springs.

4.         Background

4.1.     The Fern Tree Community Association (refer Attachment A) is seeking the Council’s consideration to not agree to the granting of any licence to sell alcohol at the Springs or at any future development at the Summit

4.1.1.     The Association is not opposed to the private consumption of alcohol, nor the granting of licences for one-off events

4.1.2.     The Association would also like to see police conduct random speed checks and random breath checks of cars above Pillinger Drive and on Pinnacle Road, especially after-hours on weekends

Wellington Park

4.2.     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.

4.3.     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.

4.4.     A licence to sell alcohol requires the consent of the land owner.

4.5.     Alcohol consumption is not banned within Wellington Park and specific development precincts provide for this to be part of a development application.

4.6.     Any proposal for the sale of alcohol will need to be considered within the provisions of the Wellington Park Management Plan and a development application with specific conditions including meeting specific liquor licencing requirements.

4.7.     The determination to regulate consumption and/or sale of alcohol would require land owner consent for a development.

5.         Proposal and Implementation

5.1.     It is proposed that the Fern Tree Community Association be advised that:

5.1.1.     The sale of alcohol is more appropriately considered through the assessment process when any development application that would include the supply and/or sale of alcohol in Wellington Park, is made.

5.1.2.     The sale of alcohol is a permitted use under the Wellington Park Management Plan at specified precincts including the Pinnacle and the Springs.

6.         Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1.     The Council is unable to declare Wellington Park as alcohol free and would need to raise such a preference with the Wellington Park Trust.

6.2.     If the preference of the Trust was for a dry mountain then Tasmania Police have advised that to add a park to the list of prohibited spaces the Trust would need to write to the Police Commissioner outlining and justifying the reasoning.

6.3.     As it is shared land any request would need to be supported by all parties so a letter of support for the application by the Trust would need to be provided by each of the land owners.

7.         Financial Implications

7.1.     Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

7.1.1.     Not applicable.

7.2.     Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

7.2.1.     Not applicable.

7.3.     Asset Related Implications

7.3.1.     Not applicable.

8.         Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1.     In the case of an application to develop a facility which includes the service of alcohol, the Hobart City Council as landowner would need to provide Landholder Consent. 

A development application would need to be assessed by the Council and be consistent with the Wellington Park Management Plan and subsequently considered by the Wellington Park Management Trust.

8.2.     A Council lease or a license from the Trust are the instruments that can be used to approve or to prohibit sale of alcohol in a development in accordance with the Management Plan.

8.3.     The main visitor locations Springs and Summit are accessed predominantly by vehicle on a road that is narrow and windy. 

Providing for the sale of alcohol at these sites could be considered unnecessarily introducing a further risk for unsafe driving. 

However the consumption of alcohol is not constrained at present or in the proposal and the responsible service of alcohol provision under a liquor licence is designed to address this matter.

9.         Social and Customer Considerations

9.1.     The Wellington Park Trust has indicated that the sale of alcohol is currently consistent with the provisions in the Pinnacle Zone and the Springs Zone of the Wellington Park Management Plan.

9.2.     The Trust have indicated to the Fern Tree Community Association that any proposal will be considered as part of a development application and such an application would also need to meet the requirements of a liquor licence to serve alcohol.

10.      Marketing and Media

10.1.   Considering the strong community interest in the mountain’s future there may be some media interest in the subject matter.  This will only arise if a development application were to be submitted.

11.      Delegation

11.1.   The matter is for the Council to determine.

 

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

 

 

Date:                            8 October 2020

File Reference:          F20/79552

 

 

Attachment a:             Correspondence from Fern Tree Community Association - 11 June 2020   


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6.2    Mountain Bike Network Plan for the Foothills of kunanyi/ Mount Wellington - Results of Community Engagement

          File Ref: F20/81102

Report of the Program Officer Park Planning, the Program Leader Bushland Recreation, the Manager Bushland and the Director City Amenity of 8 October 2020 and attachments.

Delegation:     Council


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REPORT TITLE:                  Mountain Bike Network Plan for the Foothills of kunanyi/ Mount Wellington - Results of Community Engagement

REPORT PROVIDED BY:  Program Officer Park Planning

Program Leader Bushland Recreation

Manager Bushland

Director City Amenity

 

1.         Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1.     The purpose of the report is to seek approval of the City’s proposed mountain bike network plan, titled ‘Riding the Mountain - A Plan for Improved Mountain Bike Riding in the foothills of kunanyi/ Mount Wellington’ following recent community engagement on the plan.

2.         Report Summary

2.1.     The Council, at its meeting on 23 March 2020, endorsed the draft plan to allow for community wide engagement.

2.2.     The plan identifies the potential development of 37 kilometres of new mountain bike tracks to transform existing trails and deliver a network serving local and tourism needs.

2.3.     The plan has been specifically tailored to cater to beginner and intermediate users with 17 of the 20 proposed tracks designed at these levels.

Five of the new proposed tracks are also categorised as shared-used, improving trail connectedness for walkers/trail runners.

2.4.     The Plan proposes a staged implementation that will be predominantly reliant on external funding in order to be implemented.

2.4.1.     The balance grant funding (previously received State Government) and the City’s own funding (already committed) will allow the City to undertake development of two new tracks identified in Stage 1 of the Plan (1A-Rocky Wheel’n and 1B-Free Wheel’n) this financial year.

2.4.2.     The City is actively responding to grant funding programs from the State and Commonwealth Governments to progress implementation of staged track proposals.

2.5.     596 survey responses were received via the Hobart Your Say platform along with eight written submissions (refer Attachment C) as part of the 1,900 responses received during the entire development of the Plan.

2.6.     The proposed Plan was well received with the majority of mountain bike riders (93%), runners (72%) and walkers (52%) supporting the plan.

2.7.     The final Plan incorporates some amendments responding to issues raised and is presented for the Council’s consideration and endorsement.

3.         Recommendation

That:

1.      The ‘Riding the Mountain - A Plan for Improved Mountain Bike Riding in the Foothills of kunanyi/ Mount Wellington’ marked as Attachment A to the report, be approved.

2.      The General Manager be authorised to secure any statutory approvals required for the implementation of the Plan.

3.      The City seek to secure external grant funding for the projects to proceed.

4.      The Plan be made publicly available through the City’s website and other platforms.

 

4.         Background

4.1.     A Mountain Bike Network Plan for the foothills of kunanyi / Mount Wellington has been developed in accordance with the December 2017 Council resolution.

4.2.     On 23 March 2020, the Council endorsed the release of the proposed network plan for community consultation.

4.3.     Riding the Mountain – A Plan for Improved Mountain Bike Riding in the Foothills of kunanyi/ Mount Wellington (Attachment A) has been developed by industry leading consultants Dirt Art, and informed by extensive community input including a range of key stakeholders and 1,900 responses to three different surveys.

4.4.     The plan identifies the potential development of 37 kilometres of new mountain bike tracks to transform existing trails and deliver a network serving local and tourism needs.

4.5.     The plan has been specifically tailored to cater to beginner and intermediate users with 17 of the 20 proposed tracks designed at these levels.

Five of the new proposed tracks are also categorised as shared-used, improving trail connectedness for walkers/trail runners.

4.6.     The Plan proposes a staged implementation that will be predominantly reliant on new external funding in order to be implemented.

4.6.1.     However, the balance of State Government grant funding previously received and the City’s own funding (previously allocated) will allow the City to complete two new tracks identified in Stage 1 of the Plan (1A-Rocky Wheel’n and 1B-Free Wheel’n) in the 2020-21FY.

4.6.2.     The City is actively responding to State and Commonwealth Government grant funding programs to support future implementation of staged track elements.


*extract from page 9 of the Plan, indicating new track locations

Public exhibition – summary of results

4.7.     Public exhibition of the plan generated high levels of engagement (almost record levels for similar scale City projects). The information below and in Attachment C summarises the community engagement process and the feedback received.

4.8.     The plan, consultancy report, and feedback survey were available on the Your Say Hobart webpage for five weeks from 22 April 2020.

4.9.     A wide range of communication channels were used to inform stakeholders, park users and the community about the release of the plan including an article in the mercury, direct email notification to almost 3,000 individuals, and promotion to members by riding, walking and running clubs.

4.10.   The project page on Your Say Hobart was visited 4,800 times during the public exhibition period, which included:

·    1,791 downloads of Riding the Mountain

·    535 downloads of the Dirt Art report

4.11.   596 survey responses were received. 423 were from people who identified as mountain bike riders, 104 as walkers and 59 as runners. When asked “Considering the City has to cater for both local and tourist needs and all types of riders, how happy are you overall with the proposed mountain bike network plan?” - the majority were supportive of the plan.

    

4.12.   Eight written submissions were received – including three from local organisations (Hobart Trail Runners/Tasmanian Trail Running Association, Tasmanian National Parks Association, Hobart Walking Club).

The Pandani Bushwalking Club and Dirt Devils have previously sent letters supporting the plan.


 

Response to issues

4.13.   Survey results and submissions were reviewed by the project steering committee, City officers and the Project Advisory Group.

4.14.   Responses and issues raised were assessed and worked through to identify effective solutions.

4.15.   The issues raised included access for trail runners, shared use, effects on bushwalking, environmental impacts and alignment with relevant Wellington Park Strategies. 

These responses and the resulting amendments to Riding the Mountain are summarised in (Attachment B).

4.16.   The final plan responds to the comments and issues raised during the public exhibition period.

Economic and Tourism Value of Mountain Biking

4.17.   The Tasmanian Government recognises that mountain biking tourism is an important economic stimulant.

4.18.   In the year to June 2019, $67M was spent around the state by 25,417 visitors who engaged in mountain biking whilst travelling in Tasmania. Mountain bike visitors stay substantially longer and spend more than the average visitor (Tourism Tasmania CVS data).

4.19.   The Blue Derby mountain bike network opened in 2015, its popularity grew quickly to attract around 30,000 riders a year and it is now touted as one of the hottest trails destinations in the world. In 2018 Dorset Council estimated the economic impact of mountain biking on the region at between $15M - $18M (ABC news report).

4.20.   A 20 minute ABC Landline story on Blue Derby from April 2018 - “Mountain biking helps save a Tasmanian town” provides a good insight into the social and economic benefits accruing from mountain bike destinations across Tasmania.

4.21.   The City’s plan is not trying to replicate Blue Derby, but to capitalise on Hobart’s advantages to ensure Hobart fulfils its potential to support Tasmanian mountain bike tourism. Visitors will be attracted to ride the enhanced mountain network, stay an extra day and night in Hobart and support the local economy and tourism providers.

4.22.   Funding to build stage one of this plan has also been sought from COVID-19 economic stimulus programs. Post COVID-19 nature-based tourism, especially mountain biking, can play a significant role in the economic recovery of our city and region.


 

4.23.   The Tasmanian Government recently released the T21 Visitor Economy Action Plan which aims to re-build the visitor economy. One of its priorities includes a focus on niche markets that seek nature-based experiences which includes mountain biking (the Unordinary Adventures program).

5.         Proposal and Implementation

5.1.     It is proposed that the Council approve the Plan to guide the City’s investment (predominantly through external grant funding) into the improvements to mountain bike riding in the foothills of kunanyi / Mount Wellington.

6.         Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1.     The 2018 City of Hobart Community Vision recognises the Mountain as a key to Hobart’s sense of place, culture and economy. Improving mountain bike access on the mountain helps to deliver the City Vision.

6.2.     The plan also aligns with the Capital City Strategic Plan 2019-29 on a broad range of outcomes and strategies. The plan will benefit the City’s economy through increased tourism, increase opportunities to undertake safe and healthy forms of recreation, improve the connectivity of public open spaces, and engage the public and volunteer groups with the natural environment.

6.3.     The plan has been developed to align with two strategies currently under development - the Wellington Park Visitor and Recreation Strategy and the Glenorchy City Council’s renewed Tolosa Park Master Plan.

6.4.     The proposed network helps deliver Tasmanian Government mountain bike and tourism priorities. Mountain biking is recognised as one of Tourism Tasmania’s core four priority markets within its Unordinary Adventures program.

7.         Financial Implications 

7.1.     Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

7.1.1.     Balance grant funding previously received State Government (in the order of $200,000) and the City’s own capital expenditure funding ($365,682 – previously committed allocation) will allow the City to undertake development of at least two new tracks identified in Stage 1 of the Plan (1A-Rocky Wheel’n and 1B-Free Wheel’n) this financial year.

7.1.2.     The City is actively responding to grant funding programs from the State and Commonwealth Governments to progress implementation of staged track proposals.


 

7.2.     Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

7.2.1.     The impact on future year’s financial result is subject to external funding opportunities and any capital expenditure requests through the normal Council process.

7.2.2.     The City’s current annual allocation towards the maintenance of its tracks is in the order of $400,000 (with approximately 30% attributed to mountain bike trails).

7.2.3.     Maintenance allocations in future budgets (from 2021/22) will need to increase to enable ongoing maintenance of the new assets.

7.3.     Asset Related Implications

7.3.1.     Tracks built to a high quality with good drainage minimise future maintenance requirements which will be serviced by the existing bushland track team. 

7.3.2.     The City’s annual depreciation allocation will need to increase to recognise these assets.

8.         Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1.     The majority of the project area is within Wellington Park. Any developments are subject to the approval of the Wellington Park Trust under the Wellington Park Act 1993.

8.2.     The new tracks proposed will be purpose-built for mountain bikers. 

This separation of use will reduce shared used issues between walkers and riders and result in a safer network for all.

9.         Environmental Considerations

9.1.     The proposed track alignments are the result of a desk top analysis based on natural values. More detailed natural values assessment are a standard part of the more detailed track design / alignment phase.

10.      Social and Customer Considerations

10.1.   The proposed network has been developed with significant input from local mountain bike riders, walkers and trail runners who recreate in the lower foothills. Riding the Mountain recognises and responds to a service deficiency in a way that is supported by a range of trail users.

10.2.   Respondents and key stakeholders will be notified of the Council’s resolution and Riding the Mountain will be made publicly available through the City’s website.

11.      Marketing and Media

11.1.   Once endorsed, the Plan will be communicated and promoted to the general public via a range of media platforms.

12.      Community and Stakeholder Engagement

12.1.   Strong support for the proposed network and high levels of engagement were achieved.

13.      Delegation

13.1.   This matter is delegated to 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.

 

Bree Hunter

Program Officer Park Planning

Greg Milne

Program Leader Bushland Recreation

John Fisher

Manager Bushland

Glenn Doyle

Director City Amenity

 

Date:                            8 October 2020

File Reference:          F20/81102

 

 

Attachment a:             Riding the Mountain - A Plan for Improved Mountain Bike Riding in the Foothills of Kunanyi / Mount Wellington

Attachment b:             Consultation Issues Summary

Attachment c:            Community Engagement Detailed Report   


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6.3    City to Gardens Way Connectivity and Wayfinding Plan - Results of Community Engagement and Endorsement of Final Plan

          File Ref: F20/95578; 2016-0227-02

Report of the Program Officer Park Planning, the Manager Bushland and the Director City Amenity of 8 October 2020 and attachments.

Delegation:     Council


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REPORT TITLE:                  City to Gardens Way Connectivity and Wayfinding Plan - Results of Community Engagement and Endorsement of Final Plan

REPORT PROVIDED BY:  Program Officer Park Planning

Manager Bushland

Director City Amenity

 

1.         Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1.     The purpose of this report is to seek approval of the City’s Draft City to Gardens Way Connectivity and Wayfinding Plan following recent community engagement on the plan.

1.2.     Implementation of the plan will establish a safe, efficient and functional route for a wide range of users that will connect the Bridge of Remembrance and the University Rose Garden Bridge through to the Royal Tasmanian Botanic Gardens (RTBG).

2.         Report Summary

2.1.     On 16 December 2019, the Council endorsed the release of the Draft City to Gardens Way Connectivity and Wayfinding Plan (from here on referred to as ‘the draft plan’) for a four week period of community engagement.

2.2.     The Plan has been prepared in accordance with recommendations contained in the City’s Queens Domain Master Plan 2013-2033 which states that a high order pedestrian/ cycle connection from Sullivan’s Cove and the City be established to link with the RTBG.

2.3.     The Plan focuses on the development of a shared pathway providing a varied experience of key locations and values within the Lower Domain with the following key recommendations:

2.3.1.     To establish a looped path for pedestrians and cyclists that link a number of existing formal and informal footpaths between the Bridge of Remembrance and the main entrance to the RTBG.

Once established, this loop will provide pedestrians and cyclists with two route options that can be travelled separately or as part of a loop:

·        A path that leads to the entrance of the RTBG via part of the Soldiers Memorial Avenue (SMA), and through an area of native grassy woodland.

·        A path that leads to the entrance of the RTBG via Lower Domain Road. Featured along this path is the historic Beaumaris Zoo and Government House.

2.3.2.     To upgrade an existing path that links the Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre (DKHAC) to the Tasmanian Cricket Association (TCA) Oval along Davies Avenue.

2.3.3.     To establish or improve six pedestrian crossings to ensure the safe movement of people across Davies Avenue, Lower Domain Road and Upper Carriage Drive.

2.3.4.     To develop and implement a lighting strategy for Davies Avenue to promote safe pedestrian access during all hours.

2.4.     Overall, fifty-four survey responses were received via the Hobart Your Say platform along with two written submissions – they are summarised in the community engagement report, presented in Attachment B.

2.5.     The draft plan was well received with 83% of survey respondents being supportive of the plan.

2.6.     Following Council endorsement, the final plan will be used to guide the City’s development and management of the lower domain in the coming years with major works considered as part of the capital budget planning process.

 

3.         Recommendation

That:

1.      The City to Gardens Way Connectivity and Wayfinding Plan, marked as Attachment A to the report, be approved.

2.      The General Manager be authorised to secure any statutory approvals required for the implementation of the Plan.

3.      The City seek to secure external grant funding for the projects to proceed.

4.      The Plan be made publicly available through the City’s website and other platforms.

4.         Background

4.1.     On 16 December 2019 the Council endorsed the release of the Draft City to Gardens Way Connectivity and Wayfinding Plan (from here on referred to as ‘the draft plan’) for a four week period of community engagement.

4.2.     The draft plan was released to the public between March and April 2020 but was severely disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent government and social restrictions.

4.3.     Given the limited response from stakeholders during March and April a decision was made to create a second opportunity for stakeholders to have their say at a time when restrictions were somewhat eased in June-July.

4.4.     The second engagement period proved successful in raising awareness of the project and obtaining greater feedback and insights from stakeholders and interested users, and a deeper level of engagement on the plan.

4.5.     The following report provides the combined details of feedback received during both exhibition periods and presents the amended final plan.

The Plan

4.6.     The City’s Queens Domain Master Plan 2013-2033 highlighted that access and wayfinding though the Queens Domain can be difficult for pedestrians and cyclists travelling between the City and the RTBG. The need to improve access and wayfinding to the RTBG was one of the major recommendations of the master plan.

4.7.     The draft plan has been developed by consultants Inspiring Place for the City and focuses on the development of a shared pathway providing a varied experience of key locations and values within the Lower Domain.  The key recommendations are:

4.5.1     To establish a looped path for pedestrians and cyclists that link a number of existing formal and informal footpaths between the Bridge of Remembrance and the main entrance to the RTBG.

              Once established, this loop will provide pedestrians and cyclists with two route options that can be travelled separately or as part of a loop:

·        A path that leads to the entrance of the RTBG via part of the Soldiers Memorial Avenue (SMA), and through an area of native grassy woodland.

·        A path that leads to the entrance of the RTBG via Lower Domain Road. Featured along this path is the historic Beaumaris Zoo and Government House.

4.5.2     To upgrade an existing path that links the Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre (DKHAC) to the Tasmanian Cricket Association (TCA) Oval along Davies Avenue.

4.5.3     To establish or improve six pedestrian crossings to ensure the safe movement of people across Davies Avenue, Lower Domain Road and Upper Carriage Drive.

4.5.3      To develop and implement a lighting strategy for Davies Avenue to promote safe pedestrian access during all hours.


Map1: City to Gardens Way Route map

Public exhibition – summary of results

4.8.     Public exhibition of the plan generated a reasonable level of engagement given that it coincided with the COVID pandemic.  The information below and in Attachment B summarises the community engagement process and the feedback received.

4.9.     A range of methods were used to inform stakeholders, community and park users of the draft plan. These included:

·    Emails and letters to stakeholders;

·    City of Hobart website , ‘Your Say’ site and social media;

·    On site community walk and talk attended by 5 residents;

·    Additional consultation with the Friends of Soldiers Memorial Avenue (FOSMA), the Travel and Tourism Information Centre (TTIC) and the RTBG.

4.10.   The City’s ‘Your Say’ Hobart community engagement platform was visited 657 times during the public exhibition period; 273 participants downloaded a document and 54 participants completed the online survey through this platform.

4.11.   The majority of survey respondents were supportive of the plan;

·    83% supportive,

·    3% not supportive, and

·    4% neutral.

4.12.   Two written submissions were received from stakeholder groups; the Glebe Community Association and Bicycle Network Tasmania. Issues raised by these groups have been summarised in the following section.

Issues raised

4.13.   Survey results and submissions were reviewed by the project steering committee and Council Officers. Responses and issues raised were assessed to identify effective solutions.  While the majority of concerns were outside the scope of the plan, those that were relevant to the project included:

·    The detailed design needs to further consider accessibility, safety, aesthetics and practicality;

·    There is the potential for conflict between pedestrians and cyclists if not managed appropriately;

·    Standard road crossings, such as wombat crossings and kerb ramps are needed to accommodate groups of cyclists and pedestrians; and

·    There is the potential to negatively impact natural values where the path intersects and traverses native vegetation.

Response to issues

4.14.   The final plan is conceptual and responds as much as possible to the comments and issues raised during the public exhibition period. Issues such as aesthetics, user safety and road crossings will further be addressed in the detailed design and implementation of the plan.


 

4.15.   North Barker Ecosystem Services were engaged to undertake a detailed natural value assessment of the proposed path during the development of this plan. The natural values report provides recommendations that will be followed in order to minimise any impact on natural values.

Furthermore, once the gravel paths in this plan are constructed any additional informal desire paths will be closed and rehabilitated which will improve the health and integrity of the native grassy woodland.

5.         Proposal and Implementation

5.1.     It is proposed that the Council approve the Plan to guide the City’s investment (predominantly through external grant funding) into connectivity and wayfinding improvements across the Lower Queens Domain.

6.         Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1.     The plan is consistent with recommendations in the Queens Domain Master Plan 2013-2033.

6.2.     The plan aligns with the following strategies identified in City of Hobart Capital City Strategic Plan 2019-29:

Strategy 1.1.1

Work with community and stakeholders to protect and enhance core elements of Hobart identity – kunanyi / Mount Wellington, the River Derwent, natural areas, quiet spaces and Hobart’s heritage, culture and human scale – so they are valued as central features of Hobart’s landscape and social fabric.

Strategy 1.3.3

Measure, manage and support the effective use of city facilities, infrastructure and open spaces.

Strategy 2.3.1

Provide and progressively enhance a range of quality places and facilities where people can enjoy education, recreation, socialising, healthy living and other activities and events.

Strategy 2.3.4

Ensure neighbourhoods, street and public spaces help all people to be healthy.


 

 

Strategy 4.3.6

Develop and maintain visitor services and tourism infrastructure in partnership with stakeholders and government agencies.

Strategy 5.1.1

Improve connectivity throughout Hobart’s inner city and suburbs.

Strategy 5.2.3

Develop, upgrade and maintain the City’s network of roads, bridges, cycle ways, footpaths and walkways.

Strategy 5.2.7

Support and encourage more people to ride bicycles through the development of safe paths and streets, separated cycle ways, end of journey facilities and related infrastructure.

Strategy 6.1.1

Ensure systems are in place to guide future management and development of parks, gardens and reserves, offering a variety of landscapes and passive recreational opportunities.

Strategy 6.2.1

Support initiatives for residents and visitors to build connections to nature.

Strategy 6.5.2

Protect biodiversity values through sensitive and ecologically sustainable use of parks and reserves.

Strategy 6.5.4

Develop and enhance the network of walking, cycling, mountain biking and other recreational tracks and trails throughout the City’s open space network.

Strategy 8.4.2

Engage with the community through a variety of engagement and communications methods, prioritising access and inclusiveness.

Strategy 8.4.4

Actively consider community input on all projects with a public outcome.

Strategy 8.4.5

Demonstrate how projects, policies and other City initiatives have responded to community feedback and input.

7.         Financial Implications

7.1.     Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

7.1.1.     There is zero impact on the current years’ operating result.

7.2.     Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

7.2.1.     The plan will be divided into smaller projects and implemented by the appropriate teams and budget functions within Council. Funds for the implementation of the plan will be considered in the City’s ten year capital works program.

7.2.2.     New capital works identified in the final plan will be submitted as applications to external grant funding opportunities to secure funding to complete the works.

7.3.     Asset Related Implications

7.3.1.     Walking tracks will be built to a high quality with good drainage to minimise future maintenance requirements. The remainder of the Plan identifies where improvements need to be made to existing road infrastructure in order to improve access for pedestrians and cyclists travelling to the RTBG.

8.         Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1.     There are minimal risks associated with the plan. It is a low key development of public infrastructure that will have beneficial health and well-being and economic outcomes.

8.2.     Elements of the plan may require further statutory approvals, subject to detailed design.

9.         Environmental Considerations

9.1.     Tracks have been specifically aligned to avoid any identified significant or threatened flora and fauna or habitats.

9.2.     Formalisation of informal paths will address the track routes used by Dark Lab in the Dark Mofo event in 2019 and improve pedestrian management for future events of that scale and type in the Queen’s Domain.


 

 

9.3.     The assessment of the cultural heritage and cultural landscape values has been informed by the Queens Domain Cultural Heritage Management Plan 2002 and the 2009 Heritage Landscape Assessment by Gwenda Sheridan.

9.4.     An Aboriginal heritage site assessment was undertaken as part of the project and two sites were identified in the original proposed path alignment. Based on the recommendations made in the assessment, the alignment of the gravel paths were adjusted to minimise the disturbance to these sites.

10.      Social and Customer Considerations

Accessibility

10.1.   The southern half of Route A (Map 1) will meet the Australian Roads Guidelines for a shared use path. The exact width of this path has yet to be confirmed but will be determined by site values and expected user volumes.

The northern half of Route A will meet the Grade 2 Australian Walking Track Standards as it is not suitable for shared use. Cyclists will therefore be directed to use the existing path that runs parallel to the road before meeting Lower Domain Road.

10.2.   Route A does not meet the ‘all access’ criteria of the Disability Standard as access is currently restricted by the existing Soldiers Memorial Avenue, which feeds into the proposed track. This track is a Grade 2 walking track. Therefore, the CTGW will meet the Australian Standard (AS 2165.1) for a Grade 2 walking track.

10.3.   The plan compliments the City of Hobart Inclusion Strategy 2014-2019 by providing:

·    Providing greater access to the Queens Domain for individuals, families and the wider community; and

·    The QDMP states that a primary benefit of the CTGW is to increase pedestrian access to the Queens Domain.

The Soldiers Memorial Avenue (SMA)

10.4.   The proposed route utilises the SMA for approximately 654 metres. To ensure the cultural and historical integrity of the SMA, the Friends of the Soldiers Memorial Avenue were consulted as part of the preliminary stakeholder engagement process. The group will continue to be consulted during the design and construct stage.

11.      Marketing and Media

11.1.   Following council endorsement, the plan will be communicated and promoted to the community via a range of media platforms.

11.2.   Implementation of the plan will follow in 2021 and with that packaging and promotion of the experience.

12.      Community and Stakeholder Engagement

12.1.   Strong support for the plan was obtained through community engagement. Details are reported in Section 4 of this repost and in Attachment B.

13.      Delegation

13.1.   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.

 

Bree Hunter

Program Officer Park Planning

John Fisher

Manager Bushland

Glenn Doyle

Director City Amenity

 

 

Date:                            8 October 2020

File Reference:          F20/95578; 2016-0227-02

 

 

Attachment a:             City to Gardens Way Connectivity and Wayfinding Plan

Attachment b:             Engagement Summary Report   


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6.4    Tolmans Hill Park, Tolmans Hill - Proposed Public Toilets, BBQ, Shelter Facilities - Community Consultation Outcomes

          File Ref: F20/77467

Report of the Parks Projects Officer, the Manager Parks and Recreation and the Director City Amenity of 8 October 2020 and attachments.

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REPORT TITLE:                  Tolmans Hill Park, Tolmans Hill - Proposed Public Toilets, BBQ, Shelter Facilities - Community Consultation Outcomes

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 seek approval of the concept plans for the Tolmans Hill Park upgrade following the community engagement process recently undertaken.

1.2.     Whilst originally included in the City’s 10-year Capital Works Program, as these improvements are new assets it is likely they will now be dependent on the City securing external grant funding.

2.         Report Summary

2.1.     The Council at its meeting held on 16 December 2019, endorsed draft concept plans for the development of new toilets and barbecue facilities at Tolmans Hill Park to allow for community engagement to be undertaken.

2.2.     Community engagement was undertaken during June 2020, following its deferral due to COVID-19.

2.3.     The City received broad support for the proposal with no changes to the design subsequently recommended.

2.4.     It is proposed that the Council approve the concept plans (refer Attachment A) for the development of public toilets, BBQ and shelter facilities at Tolmans Hill (with approximate development cost in the order of $400,000), to allow the General Manager to secure all statutory approvals for the project.

2.5.     The City seek to secure external grant funding for the project to proceed.

2.5.1.     Should the development works proceed, an annual increase of $10,000 be included in the Parks and Reserves operating budget to cover associated cleaning, maintenance and operational costs for the facilities.


 

 

3.         Recommendation

That:

1.      The concept plans for the development of new public toilets and barbecue facilities at Tolmans Hill Park, Tolmans Hill, marked as Attachment A to the report, be approved.

2.      The General Manager be authorised to secure any statutory approvals required for the project.

3.      The City seek to secure external grant funding for the project to proceed.

4.      Should the development works proceed, an increase of $10,000 per annum be included in the Parks and Reserves operating budget to cover associated cleaning, maintenance and operational costs for the facilities.

5.      Residents and stakeholders be advised of the Council’s decision.

 

4.         Background

4.1.     During the 2017 community engagement process in the new development of the Tolmans Hill Park, the public requested several features (toilets, BBQs and shelter) that were not able to be included in the original design due to project constraints.

4.2.     Remaining aware of the community’s desire to see these additional facilities at the Park, the Council at its meeting held on 16 December 2019 endorsed draft concept plans (refer Attachment A) for the development of new toilets and barbecue facilities, including shelter, to allow for community engagement to be undertaken.

4.3.     Community engagement was undertaken during June 2020, following its deferral earlier in the year due to COVID-19.


 

4.4.     The City undertook community engagement including with surrounding residents in June 2020 that included:

4.4.1.     The City’s Your Say Portal;

4.4.2.     205 letters sent to local residents;

4.4.3.     Facebook;

4.4.4.     Flyers for local schools; and

4.4.5.     Signage installed at Tolmans Hill Park.

4.5.     The majority (84%) of survey respondents (34) supported the upgrade concept plan for Tolmans Hill Park (refer Attachment B). 

Of those that didn’t support the design, the key themes related to the concerns that the improvements will lead to increased use by visitors and unsavoury characters and that traffic flow to the area will result in parking becoming congested. 

4.6.     With the strong broad support received for the proposal, no changes to the concept plan is subsequently recommended.

4.7.     It is proposed that the concept plans (refer Attachment A) for the development of public toilets, BBQ and shelter facilities at Tolmans Hill be approved to allow the General Manager to secure all statutory approvals for the project.

4.8.     With the City’s capacity to self-fund significant new assets and facilities curtailed by the significant financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, development of the new Tolmans Hill Park facilities will be dependent on the City securing external grant funding in order for the project to proceed.

4.8.1.     However, having the project ‘shovel ready’ will position the project well for prospective funding partners.

4.9.     Should the development works proceed, an annual increase of $10,000 be included in the Parks and Reserves operating budget to cover associated cleaning, maintenance and operational costs for the facilities.

5.         Proposal and Implementation

5.1.     It is proposed that the concept plans for the development of public toilet facilities, BBQ and shelter be approved to allow the General Manager to secure all statutory approvals.

5.2.     It is proposed that the City seek to secure external grant funding for the project to proceed.

5.3.     It is proposed that residents and stakeholders be advised of the Council’s decision.

5.4.     Should the development works proceed, it is will be proposed that an increase of $10,000 per annum be included in the Parks and Reserves operating budget to cover associated cleaning, maintenance and operational costs for the facilities.

6.         Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1.     The proposal aligns with the Capital City Strategic Plan 2019-2029:

Outcome 2.3:

Hobart communities are active, healthy and engaged in lifelong learning

2.3.1      Provide a progressively enhance a range of quality places and facilities where people can enjoy education, recreation, socialising, healthy living and other activities and events.

2.3.2      Ensure the provision of quality play spaces offering a range of imaginative play alternatives.

2.3.4      Ensure neighbourhoods, streets and public spaces help all people to be healthy and physically active.

7.         Financial Implications

7.1.     Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

7.1.1.     There will not be an impact on the current year’s budget.

7.2.     Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

7.2.1.     The project has a development cost in the order of $400,000.

7.2.2.     With the City’s capacity to self-fund significant new assets and facilities curtailed by the significant financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, development of the new Tolmans Hill Park facilities will be dependent on the City securing external grant funding in order for the project to proceed.

7.2.3.     Should the development works proceed, maintenance and operating costs associated with the facilities, which will include cleansing, power and operational costs will be in the order of $10,000 per annum.

7.3.     Asset Related Implications

7.3.1.     All assets, once constructed will be added to the City’s asset register and the annual depreciation associated with the new assets will be accounted for accordingly.

8.         Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1.     New facilities are designed to counter antisocial behaviour including issues with encroachment, lighting and amenity that also meet DDA compliance requirements.

9.         Environmental Considerations

9.1.     The proposed concept meets contemporary public expectations both of locals and visitors.

10.      Social and Customer Considerations

10.1.   The proposed concept meets contemporary public expectations both of locals and visitors.

11.      Community and Stakeholder Engagement

11.1.   205 letters detailing the project and opportunities to provide feedback was sent to the surrounding community and flyers sent to local schools.

11.2.   The City sought wider community feedback via its online engagement platform Your Say Hobart and Facebook.

12.      Delegation

12.1.   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

 

 

Date:                            8 October 2020

File Reference:          F20/77467

 

 

Attachment a:             Concept Plans

Attachment b:             Tolmans Hill Park Upgrade - Community Engagement Findings   


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6.5    Provision of Showers in Public Toilet Developments

          File Ref: F20/49783

Report of the Program Leader Projects and Assets, the Manager Parks and Recreation and the Director City Amenity of 8 October 2020.

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REPORT TITLE:                  Provision of Showers in Public Toilet Developments

REPORT PROVIDED BY:  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 to respond to a Council request for a report on the future inclusion of showers within public toilet facilities.

2.         Report Summary

2.1.     The Council, at its meeting held on 17 June 2019 resolved inter alia

A further report be provided that considers the inclusion of showers within future public toilet developments…..

2.2.     The City currently provides public shower facilities at Franklin Square, Kemp Street (Argyle Street Car Park) and Long Beach.

2.3.     The inner City showers tend to get a lot of usage by people that are homeless or sleeping rough. 

The Long Beach toilets are used by visitors to the beach and visitors in campervans particularly over the warmer months.

2.4.     Public showers provide a very important service to people who are in need of it and do not have personal showering facilities available to them to access.

2.5.     The report recommends that options for further showers in high use areas continue to be explored as opportunities arise.

2.6.     Dialogue with developers of public facilities in these areas continues with a view to looking at opportunities within new developments.

3.         Recommendation

That:

1.      The City continue to explore opportunities to provide additional public showering facilities across the city, in support of the implementation of the City’s key strategies:

(i)      Public Toilet Strategy 2015-2025;

(ii)     Social Inclusion Strategy; and

(iii)    Housing and Homelessness Strategy.

2.      The City continue to engage and partner with its external community support providers to improve accessibility to public showering facilities to the community.

4.         Background

4.1.     The Council, at its meeting held on 17 June 2019 resolved inter alia

A further report be provided that considers the inclusion of showers within future public toilet developments and also considers a policy relating to the provision of unisex toilets

4.2.     The City currently provides public showers in the following locations:

4.2.1.     Franklin Square – 24 hours;

4.2.2.     Long Beach Reserve – 24 hours; and

4.2.3.     Kemp Street (Argyle St Car Park) - 7am – 10pm.

4.3.     In response to the City’s Public Toilet Strategy 2015-2025, redevelopment of the Kemp Street (Argyle Street Car Park) public facilities has been completed, as well as the refurbishment of the Franklin Square facilities.

4.4.     Sporting related changerooms, including showers, are available at many of the City’s sporting facilities

4.5.     The City provides public showers to service the community and visitors.

4.6.     It is understood that in general terms, the predominant users of public showers can be broadly categorised as the following:

4.6.1.     People without a home, or those without reliable access to private showers.

4.6.2.     Active transport commuters (cyclists, runners etc) without access to showering facilities at place of work.

4.6.3.     Recreation/sporting or travel related users.

4.7.     The provision of public showers meets an essential human need for those without access to private facilities or housing.

4.8.     Showering facilities ensure those without reliable housing are still able to attend school, jobs and to socially and economically engage within the community.

4.9.     The inner city showering facilities cater more to this demographic.


 

4.10.   The consideration of any locations for showers should consider locations where there are existing public toilet facilities to minimise associated costs with cleaning, and the likelihood a toilet would require to be included with any shower facility.

4.11.   The City continues to receive feedback from the homelessness support sector that there is an ongoing need for showering facilities noting the increasing numbers of people without a home.

4.12.   It is noted that the Safe Night Space and Safe Day Space do not include shower provisions requiring users of these services to utilise public facilities.

4.13.   It is the City’s experience that public showers attract higher incidence of vandalism, anti-social behaviour and misuse than experienced with its changerooms and showers related to its sporting facilities, requiring increased maintenance, repair or cleansing intervention responses and costs.

5.         Proposal and Implementation

5.1.     It is considered that public showers be investigated on a case by case basis when a public toilet facility is up for renewal particularly if that development is for a new facility.

5.2.     In determining if a shower should be progressed, it needs to be considered if the location is suitable as well as if it is economically viable to include the facility, particularly in the case of toilet refurbishments.

6.         Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1.     The proposal is noted in the Capital City Strategic Plan 2019-29 as follows:

7.1    Hobart has a diverse supply of housing and affordable homes.

7.1.1      Work in collaboration with government bodies and the not-for-profit sector to identify and address issues of homelessness and housing affordability, diversity and supply.

7.1.2      Advocate for people at risk of housing stress and homelessness.

7.1.3      Encourage recognition and understanding of the issues that contribute to homelessness and develop effective partnerships to enhance interactions with homeless people.


 

6.2.     Both the City of Hobart Housing and Homelessness Strategy and the Social Inclusion Strategy recommend as follows:

As part of the upgrading and development of the City, provide appropriate infrastructure for homeless people, in particular showers, water bubblers / refill station, recharge stations for mobile phones and Wi-Fi hot spots.

7.         Financial Implications

7.1.     Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

7.1.1.     There is no impact foreseen on the current operating result.

7.2.     Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

7.2.1.     The provision of public shower facilities will require new capital expenditure funding and a corresponding increase to funding for operational expenditure.

7.3.     Asset Related Implications

7.3.1.     Whilst generally these showers are likely to be included within Council assets, there should also be discussions with external providers to gauge what opportunities there might be in privately owned facilities.

8.         Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1.     Public showers can be a haven for anti-social activities as such areas where there is ample passive surveillance are considered preferable.

9.         Social and Customer Considerations

9.1.     The City provides public showers to service the community and visitors.

9.2.     It is understood that in general terms, the predominant users of public showers can be broadly categorised as the following:

9.2.1.     People without a home, or those without reliable access to private showers.

9.2.2.     Active transport commuters (cyclists, runners etc) without access to showering facilities at place of work.

9.2.3.     Recreation/sporting or travel related users.

9.3.     It is clear that the provision of public showers meets an essential human need especially for those without access to private facilities or housing.

9.4.     Showering facilities ensure those without reliable housing are still able to attend school, jobs and to socially and economically engage within the community.

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.

 

Shannon avery

Shannon Avery

Program Leader Projects and Assets

Lee Farnhill

Lee Farnhill

Manager Parks and Recreation

Glenn Doyle

Glenn Doyle

Director City Amenity

 

 

Date:                            8 October 2020

File Reference:          F20/49783

 

 

 


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6.6    Established Pest Animals and Weeds Management Pipeline Program – Advancing Pest Animal and Weed Control Solutions - City Support

          File Ref: F20/105411

Report of the Manager Bushland and the Director City Amenity of 8 October 2020.

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REPORT TITLE:                  Established Pest Animals and Weeds Management Pipeline Program – Advancing Pest Animal and Weed Control Solutions - City Support

REPORT PROVIDED BY:  Manager Bushland

Director City Amenity

 

1.         Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1.     The purpose of this report is to seek approval for of the City’s participation in a research program and trial with the goal of seeking to stem the ongoing loss of biodiversity in urban areas caused by cats (domestic, stray and feral) that present a major threat to native fauna.

1.2.     The value of the support would utilise the City’s existing resourcing in activities wholly congruent with the purpose of the City’s biodiversity program, and the goals of the City’s Biodiversity Action Plan.

2.         Report Summary

2.1.     The Australian Government through the Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment funds the ‘Established Pest Animals and Weeds Management Pipeline Program’ to combat some of Australia’s worst established pest animals and weeds in order to reduce their impact on Australian farmers, communities and the environment.

2.2.     The project meets the requirements of the Commonwealth funding by utilising existing industry in partnership with stakeholders to develop emerging technology to deliver improvement and efficiencies in pest and weed control programs.

2.3.     The City has provided in-principal support towards a grant application by the not-for-profit organisation Thylation R&D that proposes to trial new technology to drive improvements in domestic cat management through a project that enables monitoring and assessment of cat containment regulations.

2.4.     The City is not eligible to apply for the grant in its own right but can provide support for a research program with direct operational application to address the problem of feral and stray cats.

2.5.     It is further proposed that the City provide in-kind support through access to its parks and bushland reserves, and by utilising its existing programs of community engagement activities, site selection for sentinel devices and data retrieval.

2.6.     The value of the support is estimated at $20,000, however utilises the City’s existing resourcing in activities that are wholly congruent with the purpose of the City’s biodiversity program.

3.         Recommendation

That approval be provided for the City to participate in a trial proposed by the not-for-profit company Thylation R&D, with the goal of seeking to stem the ongoing loss of biodiversity in urban areas caused by cats (domestic, stray and feral) that remain a major threat to native fauna.

(i)      In-kind support be provided by City using existing resourcing wholly congruent with the purpose of the City’s biodiversity program, and the goals of the City’s Biodiversity Action Plan.

 

4.         Background

4.1.     The Australian Government through the Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment funds the ‘Established Pest Animals and Weeds Management Pipeline Program’ to combat some of Australia’s worst established pest animals and weeds to reduce their impact on Australian farmers, communities and the environment.

4.2.     The City has recently provided in-principal support to partner in a grant application under this program that proposes to trial new technology to drive improvements in domestic cat management through a process of enabling monitoring and assessment of cat containment regulations.

4.3.     As a key component of the City’s Biodiversity Action Plan, the City is working hard to stem the ongoing loss of biodiversity, especially in urban areas caused by cats (domestic, stray and feral) that remain a major threat to native fauna.

4.4.     This proposed project will develop and trial:

4.4.1.     Secure coded Bluetooth tags capable of lasting at least 12 months;

4.4.2.     Links to pet registration databases matching Bluetooth tags to cat microchip numbers;

4.4.3.     Automated notification to council and pet owners when a tagged cat is detected in designated area;

4.4.4.     Calculation of ratios of registered to unregistered cats at different localities.

4.5.     In light of the contribution this trial could make to peri-urban cat management across the country, the City has provided in-principal support to be a partner in this grant application.

4.6.     It is further proposed that the City provide in-kind support through access to its parks and bushland reserves, and by utilising its existing programs through community engagement activities, site selection for sentinel devices and data retrieval.


 

The value of the support is estimated at $20,000, however utilises existing resourcing in activities that are wholly congruent with the purpose of the City’s biodiversity program.

Thylation R&D

4.7.     The City’s support is to the not-for-profit company Thylation R&D to support its attempt for grant funding from the Australian Government under its ‘Established Pest Animals and Weeds Management Pipeline Program’.

4.8.     Thylation is established to develop, incubate and commercialise conservation innovations and source grants and donations to this end.

5.         Proposal and Implementation

5.1.     It is proposed that the City provide in-kind support to the value of $20,000 towards a research program and trial with the goal of seeking to stem the ongoing loss of biodiversity in urban areas caused by cats (domestic, stray and feral) that remain a major threat to native fauna.

5.1.1.     The value of the support would utilise the City’s existing resourcing wholly congruent with the purpose of the City’s biodiversity program, and the goals of the City’s Biodiversity Action Plan.

5.1.2.     The City is one of a number of sites around Australia where the technology will be trialled and the results will provide guidance to future use of the technology to control feral animals.

6.         Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1.     The City’s Capital City Strategic Plan 2019-29 includes the following:

6.1.3      Protect and enhance Hobart habitats and ecosystems, in partnership with stakeholders, including wildlife corridors and waterways

6.1.4      Protect and enhance Hobart’s biodiversity and manage invasive species.

6.2.     The City’s Biodiversity Action Plan (bushland and reserves) includes the following:

5.3.3      Pest Animals – Cats

Feral cat management programs are implemented as a priority in areas containing high value biodiversity asset management units and/or threatened fauna species.

Scientific data collection required to determine the extent of feral cats, stray cats and domestic cats in areas containing high value biodiversity asset management units and/or listed fauna threatened species. Collaboration with research institutions and government agencies on the extent and possible impact of cats on native fauna.

7.         Financial Implications

7.1.     Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

7.1.1.     The City’s existing programs of activities can support this initiative, which is valued in the order of $20,000 and the in kind support will not impact upon the City’s own programs.

7.2.     Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

7.2.1.     Not applicable.

7.3.     Asset Related Implications

7.3.1.     Not applicable.

8.         Environmental Considerations

8.1.     Refer above.

9.         Delegation

9.1.     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.

 

John Fisher

Manager Bushland

Glenn Doyle

Director City Amenity

 

Date:                            8 October 2020

File Reference:          F20/105411

 

 

 


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6.7    13 Marine Terrace, Battery Point - Proposal to Install Boat-Slip Track/Rails Across City Foreshore Land

          File Ref: F20/104130

Report of the Manager Bushland and the Director City Amenity of 8 October 2020.

Delegation:     Council


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REPORT TITLE:                  13 Marine Terrace, Battery Point - Proposal to Install Boat-Slip Track/Rails Across City Foreshore Land

REPORT PROVIDED BY:  Manager Bushland

Director City Amenity

 

1.         Report Purpose and Community Benefit

1.1.     The purpose of the report is to seek in-principle approval for a future licence over the City’s foreshore land adjoining 13 Marine Terrace, Battery Point to potentially accommodate the installation of ‘boat-slip tracks’ from the boundary of 13 Marine Terrace, across the City’s land, into the River Derwent.

1.2.     The General Manager has a discretion pursuant to Section 52 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 to grant consent to the lodgement of a development application involving the land. One of the factors the General Manager may consider is the Council’s position as landlord.

2.         Report Summary

2.1.     The applicant on behalf of the owners of 13 Marine Terrace, Battery Point is intending to lodge a development application involving the construction of a new boat house and related ‘boat-slip tracks’ into the River Derwent.

2.2.     The proposed ‘boat-slip tracks’ would traverse City-owned land for a short section between the boundary of 13 Marine Terrace and the River.

2.3.     As the proposed development involves the use of City-owned land, pursuant to Section 52 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, the General Manager holds the sole authority as to whether to grant consent on behalf of the Council, as the owner/administrator of the land, to allow the applicant to make application to the City for a planning permit for the development.

2.3.1.     As the proposal would result in a new use for this particular parcel of land, the view of the Council as land owner as to whether this use is wanted on its land is sought, with the in-principle approval of a conditional licence.

2.4.     The Council has previously proposed the development of the Battery Point Foreshore Public Access Way project (Stage 1), to provide shared-use access from Marieville Esplanade through to the Battery Point Slipyards, then by extension through to AJ White Reserve (near the CSIRO).

2.5.     With existing jetties in place along this section of foreshore, it is the view of Officers that the installation of ‘boat-slip tracks’ as proposed (with the ‘rails’ to be approximately 20cm across the natural lay of the foreshore land), would not unduly impact the City’s future consideration of a walkway in the future, nor the current capacity of the public to ‘scramble’ along the foreshore.

2.6.     The report recommends in-principle approval of a future licence over the land to accommodate the installation of the boat slip rails.

 

3.         Recommendation

That:

1.      The Council provide in-principal approval for a future licence over the City’s foreshore land adjoining 13 Marine Terrace, Battery Point to potentially accommodate the installation of boat-slip tracks from the boundary of 13 Marine Terrace, across the City’s land, into the River Derwent, on the grounds that:

i.     The proponent secures all statutory approvals from all applicable agencies, including the Crown for the development.

ii.    The licence conditions for the use of the land:

(a)     Ensure continuation of public access across the site (noting the new infrastructure may further impede walking access but to no greater an impact as resulting from existing infrastructure located in the wider crown foreshore reserve area);

(b)    Include an annual rental as determined by a registered-valuer;

(c)     Other terms and conditions to the satisfaction of the General Manager.

2.      It be noted that the General Manager may consider the Council’s decision when determining as to whether to grant consent to the lodgement of a development application involving the land, under his sole authority pursuant to Section 52 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993.

 


 

4.         Background

4.1.     The applicant on behalf of the owners of 13 Marine Terrace, Battery Point is intending to lodge a development application, involving the construction of a new boat house and related boat-slip tracks into the River Derwent.

4.2.     The proposed ‘boat-slip tracks’ (indicated in purple in the below image) traverse City-owned land (indicated within the yellow area).


*proposed rails to run parallel in-front of the neighbouring jetty.
*Circled section indicates the current infrastructure’s impact on public access across the foreshore reserve area.


 

4.3.     The proponent anticipates the proposed ‘rails’ to be approximately 20cm across the natural lay of the foreshore land.

4.4.     The City’s land was acquired in 2007 due to an unusual historical title when the substantive private land titles extended beyond the low water mark (typically, titles only extend to the high water mark).


Green – CoH Land
Brown – 11 Marine Terrace
Blue – 13 Marine Terrace

4.5.     As the proposed development involves the use of City-owned land, pursuant to Section 52 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, the General Manager holds the sole authority as to whether to grant consent on behalf of the Council, as the owner/administrator of the land, to allow the applicant to make application to the City for a planning permit for the development.

4.6.     As the proposal would result in a new use for this particular parcel of land, the view of the Council as land owner as to whether this use is wanted on its land is sought, with the in-principle approval of a conditional licence.


 

Proposed Battery Point Walkway

4.7.     The Council has previously proposed the development of the Battery Point Foreshore Public Access Way project (Stage 1), to provide shared-use access from Marieville Esplanade through to the Battery Point Slipyards, then by extension through to AJ White Reserve (near the CSIRO).

4.7.1.     A previous attempt at securing a planning permit for the first stage of the project was unsuccessful.

4.8.     With existing jetties in place along this section of foreshore, it is the view of Officers that the installation of ‘boat-slip tracks’ as proposed, would not unduly impact the City’s future consideration of a walkway in the future, nor the current capacity of the public to ‘scramble’ along the foreshore.

5.         Proposal and Implementation

5.1.     The Council provide in-principal approval for a future licence over the City’s foreshore land adjoining 13 Marine Terrace, Battery Point to potentially accommodate the installation of boat-slip tracks from the boundary of 13 Marine Terrace, across the City’s land, into the River Derwent, on the grounds that:

5.2.     The proponent secures all statutory approvals from all applicable agencies, including the Crown for the development.

5.3.     The licence conditions for the use of the land:

5.3.1.     Ensure continuation of public access across the site (noting the new infrastructure may further impede walking access but to no greater an impact as resulting from existing infrastructure located in the wider crown foreshore reserve area).

5.3.2.     Include an annual rental as determined by a registered-valuer.

5.3.3.     Other terms and conditions to the satisfaction of the General Manager.

5.4.     It be noted that the General Manager may consider the Council’s decision when determining as to whether to grant consent to the lodgement of a development application involving the land, under his sole authority pursuant to Section 52 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993.

6.         Strategic Planning and Policy Considerations

6.1.     The City’s Strategic Plan is silent on a proposal as that proposed.

7.         Financial Implications

7.1.     Funding Source and Impact on Current Year Operating Result

7.1.1.     Should the proponent receive approvals to undertake the works, an agreement with suitable ‘rental/fees’ would be negotiated to the satisfaction of the General Manager.

7.2.     Impact on Future Years’ Financial Result

7.2.1.     Ongoing annual income would be received.

7.3.     Asset Related Implications

7.3.1.     Not applicable.

8.         Legal, Risk and Legislative Considerations

8.1.     Pursuant to Section 52 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, the General Manager holds the authority as to whether to grant consent on behalf of the Council, as the owner/administrator of the land, for the lodgement of a development application that involves the City’s land.

8.2.     Should the development progress, an agreement would be developed to protect of the City from any liability issues.

9.         Environmental Considerations

9.1.     The small foreshore area associated with the proposal holds no environmental or biodiversity values.

10.      Social and Customer Considerations

10.1.   The installation of ‘boat-slip tracks’ as proposed, would not unduly impact the City’s future consideration of a walkway in the future, nor the current capacity of the public to ‘scramble’ along the foreshore.

11.      Community and Stakeholder Engagement

11.1.   Any development application for the proposal would be advertised in accordance with Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 and the City’s existing established protocols.

12.      Delegation

12.1.   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.

 

John Fisher

Manager Bushland

Glenn Doyle

Director City Amenity

 

Date:                            8 October 2020

File Reference:          F20/104130

 

 

  


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7.       Committee Action Status Report

 

7.1      Committee Actions - Status Report

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

 

 

Attachment a:             Committee Actions - Status Report    


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8.       Responses to Questions Without Notice

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    Hobart Rivulets - Impact on Flora and Fauna

          File Ref: F20/101683; 13-1-10

Memorandum of the Director City Amenity of 5 October 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

 

Hobart Rivulets - Impact on Flora and Fauna

 

Meeting: Parks and Recreation Committee

 

Meeting date: 10 September 2020

 

Raised by: Deputy Lord Mayor Burnet

 

Question:

Could the Acting Director please provide the Committee with an update on the status of Hobart’s main rivulets – including Sandy Bay, Hobart, Maypole, Brushy Creek and New Town Rivulets - relating to impacts on flora and fauna from development and any water sampling results?

 

 

Response:

 

In meeting its obligations under the State Policy on Water Quality Management 1997 and the Urban Drainage Act 2013 the City operates a waterway monitoring program.

The City currently undertakes monthly sampling of 20 sites across its catchments for E. Coli (sewerage) contamination and Enterococci (water way organic health), with data recorded since 2004, with some site variations.

The results inform the City as to potential other locations for further targeted testing and investigation. Subsequent investigations are undertaken in consultation with TasWater and the Derwent Estuary Program.

The City is currently reviewing its testing sites’ program in consultation with community and government partners, including the Derwent Estuary Program and TasWater, with the intent to strengthen focus on areas of high ecological/ recreational value. 

The City is also working at improving how it engages with the community around water sampling, including investigation methods for publicising a rolling 3/5 year result on the City website.

As is commence national trend for urbanised catchments, the City does not currently meet water quality standards in all areas, predominantly due to historical infrastructure, long term settlement and current catchment usages that hinder potential longer term improvements.

It is noted however that water quality is measured against Australian Water Quality Guidelines that were established as an aspirational target under the Federal State of Environment report structure.

Despite this, the City remains committed to working collectively with its partners, community and developers to improve the City’s urban catchment.

The City requires developers undertaking construction activities to have in place Soil and Water Management Plans to prevent sediment from entering nearby waterways.

The City’s own construction and repair works recently undertaken in close proximity to its rivulets has significantly reduced due to the completion of the 2018 Flood repair works in July 2020.

Refer for information.

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.

 

Glenn Doyle

Director City Amenity

 

 

Date:                            5 October 2020

File Reference:          F20/101683; 13-1-10

 

 

 


 

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9.       Questions Without Notice

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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10.     Closed Portion Of The Meeting

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

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:  

 

·         Leasing of Council land.

 

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          Committee Action Status Report

Item No. 4.1       Committee Actions - Status Report

LG(MP)R 15(2)(d) and (f)

Item No. 5          Responses to Questions Without Notice

Item No. 5.1       Leasing of Council Land

LG(MP)R 15(2)(f)

Item No. 6          Questions Without Notice