Agenda of Strategy and Assets Committee

Minutes of the Strategy and Assets Committee

Meeting Date: Tuesday, 15 November 2016

Location: Council Chambers, City Administrative Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra

Time: 4.39pm

The following members were present:

Clr Andrew Guile - Chairperson

Clr Amanda Findley

Clr Joanna Gash

Clr Patricia White

Clr John Wells

Clr John Levett

Clr Nina Cheyne

Clr Kaye Gartner

Clr Mitchell Pakes

Clr Greg Watson

Clr Mark Kitchener

Clr Bob Proudfoot

Mr Russ Pigg - General Manager

Apologies / Leave of Absence

An apology was received from Clr Alldrick.

Confirmation of the Minutes

RESOLVED (Clr Wells / Clr White) MIN16.847

That the Minutes of the Strategy and Assets Committee held on Tuesday 11 October 2016 be confirmed.

CARRIED

Declarations of Interest

Clr White – SA16.35 and CSA16.7 – Tender Vincentia Tower Redevelopment – pecuniary interest declaration – will leave the room and will take no part in discussion and voting –May receive remuneration from Telstra.

Clr Findley – SA16.24 – Electric Vehicle Charging Points – less than significant non pecuniary interest declaration – she owns an electric car - will remain in the room and take part in discussion, and vote.

Deputations

SA16.27 - Proposed Leasing of 81 Osborne Street Nowra: Ms Maxine Edwards, Shoalhaven Neighbourhood Services – against the recommendation

SA16.30 Supplementary Report – requirement for a certified Coastal Zone Management Plan or Coastal Management Program: Ms Dawn Thompson – against the recommendation

SA16.31 Dune vegetation management at Collingwood Beach - outcome of public exhibition and petitions:

Ms Liz Tooley – for the recommendation

Mr Bob Pullinger – against the recommendation

SA16.42 Notice of Motion – Huskisson Sewerage Scheme – Woollamia Village Extension

Ms Robyn Trouville (on behalf of residents of Woollamia) – for the recommendation.

Procedural Motion - Bring Item Forward

RESOLVED (Clr Wells / Clr Watson) MIN16.848

That the matter of item SA16.27, SA16.30, SA16.31 and SA16.42 be brought forward for consideration.

CARRIED

SA16.27 Proposed Leasing of 81 Osborne Street Nowra

HPERM Ref: D16/320554

Recommendation

1. That Council enter into a lease agreement with Stepping Stones Preschool for the premises at 81 Osborne Street, Nowra for a period of 5 years with a 5 year option at an initial annual rent of $25,225.00 + GST.

2. That the General Manager be authorised to finalise the lease terms that may or may not yet be determined and to sign any documentation necessary to give effect to this Resolution.

Recommendation (Clr Watson / Clr Gash)

1. That Council resolve to enter into a lease agreement with Shoalhaven Neighbourhood Services (SNS) for a subsidised rental (90.91%) for a period of 5 years with a 5 year option

2. That the General Manager be authorised to finalise the lease terms that may or may not yet be determined and to sign any documentation necessary to give effect to this Resolution.

CARRIED

SA16.30 Supplementary Report - requirement for a certified Coastal Zone Management Plan or Coastal Management Program

HPERM Ref: D16/340836

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That in accordance with the Committee’s delegated authority from Council, the Committee

1. Adopt and submit Council’s draft 2012 Coastal Zone Management Plan and adopted estuary management plans to the Minister for Planning, The Hon Rob Stokes MP, for certification, to ensure Council is eligible to apply for future grant funding for works under the NSW Government’s coast and estuary program, while Council prepares a new Coastal Management Program.

RESOLVED (Clr Watson / Clr Proudfoot) MIN16.849

That in accordance with the Committee’s delegated authority from Council the Committee

2. The Minister be advised that Council is aware that the hazard lines within the revised hazard study do not reflect Council’s adopted sea level lines and is urgently reviewing those lines.

3. Council commits to amending the certified Coastal Zone Management Plan (CZMP) as soon as the revised coastal hazard study has been adopted and by 30 June 2017.

CARRIED

SA16.31 Dune vegetation management at Collingwood Beach - outcome of public exhibition and petitions.

HPERM Ref: D16/328027

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That

1. Council receive the petitions on this matter for information.

2. Council thank all petitioners and people who made a submissions for their input and careful consideration of this matter.

3. In view of the petitions and submissions received, Council not adopt either of the two plans that were placed on public exhibition.

4. In view of the submissions received and position of relevant Government agencies, Council engage NGH and a coastal expert to review the draft management plan and current approach and to work with and gain endorsement of, key government agencies. The new revised approach should reflect the new Coastal Management Act hierarchy of management objectives establish in section 10.3 of the Act. A further report to council would follow this review.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr White) MIN16.850

That

1. Council receive the petitions on this matter for information.

2. Council thank all petitioners and people who made a submissions for their input and careful consideration of this matter.

3. In view of the petitions and submissions received, Council not adopt either of the two plans that were placed on public exhibition.

a. The new revised approach should reflect the new Coastal Management Act hierarchy of management objectives established in section 10.3 of the Act. A further report to council would follow this review.

b. As part of the review a reasonable balance (as assessed by the consultant) between appropriate vegetation and the vista of Jervis Bay from the cycleway be considered.

c. Councillors be invited to participate with the consultant in a workshop in order to better understand the dunal environment, and in so doing address the concerns raised by the community in their submissions.

d. That a report be provided to Council in relation to the draft vegetation management plan for Collingwood Beach by July 2017.

e. In its consideration Council consider including a revegetation plan for the dune and a strong policy that responds to vandalism

CARRIED

For: Clr Guile, Clr Gash, Clr White, Clr Wells, Clr Levett, Clr Cheyne, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Findley and Russ Pigg

Against: Clr Gartner, Clr Pakes, Clr Watson and Clr Kitchener

Note: Clr Proudfoot left the meeting at 7:20pm

SA16.42 Notice of Motion - Huskisson Sewerage Scheme - Woollamia Village Extension

HPERM Ref: D16/338343

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council

1. Make an application to the NSW state Government for a subsidy under the new subsidy scheme to assist with the extension of sewer to Woollamia Village area

2. Carry out a scoping study and detailed design

3. should there be a significant delay in the receipt of the subsidy this be the trigger for another report from the General manager to enable Council to consider fully funding the extension itself.

RESOLVED (Clr Watson / Clr Guile) MIN16.851

That Council

1. Make an application to the NSW state Government for a subsidy under the new subsidy scheme to assist with the extension of sewer to Woollamia Village area

2. Carry out a scoping study and detailed design

3. should there be a significant delay in the receipt of the subsidy this be the trigger for another report from the General manager to enable Council to consider fully funding the extension itself.

CARRIED

Procedural Motion - Bring Item Forward

RESOLVED (Clr Guile / Clr Pakes) MIN16.852

That the matter of item items SA16.43 to SA16.53 be brought forward for consideration.

CARRIED

SA16.43 Notice of Motion - Marriott Park - All Day Car Park Proposal

HPERM Ref: D16/342616

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council abandon its plan to develop an all-day car park within the grounds of Marriott Park.

RESOLVED (Clr Watson / Clr Guile) MIN16.853

That Council abandon its plan to develop an all-day car park within the grounds of Marriott Park.

CARRIED

Note: Clr Proudfoot returned to the meeting at 7:25pm

SA16.44 Notice of Motion - Marriott Park - All Day Car Park Proposal

HPERM Ref: D16/344459

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the General Manager (Director of Assets and Works) explain to council what the proposal was for Marriott Park.

RESOLVED (Clr Gash / Clr Gartner) MIN16.854

That the General Manager (Director of Assets and Works) explain to council what the proposal was for Marriott Park.

CARRIED

Note: Clr Cheyne left the meeting at 7.30pm

SA16.45 Notice of Motion – Long Term Parking Facility Proposal – Bomaderry Railway Station

HPERM Ref: D16/342832

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That a report come to Council on the availability of land in the vicinity of the Bomaderry Railway station to be used for all day/night parking and, if available, the feasibility of creating all-day/all-night parking, with disabled access included.

RESOLVED (Clr Wells / Clr Gash) MIN16.855

CARRIED

Note: Clr Cheyne returned to the meeting at 7.32pm

SA16.46 Notice of Motion - Public Toilet Block - North Nowra

HPERM Ref: D16/344303

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That a report come to Council on the feasibility of building public toilets in the vicinity of the North Nowra (shopping centre?) precinct, especially for the convenience of the elderly people walking in the area.

RESOLVED (Clr Gartner / Clr Cheyne) MIN16.856

CARRIED

SA16.47 Notice of Motion - Bomaderry Railway Station to Nowra CBD - Bus Services

HPERM Ref: D16/344426

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That a report come to Council on the feasibility of either:

1. subsidising a shuttle bus service from Bomaderry Railway station to the Nowra CBD; or

2. facilitating a process whereby the current bus companies agree on a suitable time-table system to provide timely bus services between the station and the CBD and beyond, if appropriate.

RESOLVED (Clr Cheyne / Clr Findley) MIN16.857

That a report come to Council on the feasibility of either:

1. subsidising a shuttle bus service from Bomaderry Railway station to the Nowra CBD; or

2. facilitating a process whereby the current bus companies agree on a suitable time-table system to provide timely bus services between the station and the CBD and beyond, if appropriate.

CARRIED

Note: Russ Pigg left the meeting at 7.37pm

SA16.48 Notice of Motion - Climate Change Action Committee

HPERM Ref: D16/349553

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the SCC reinstate the Climate Change Action committee.

RESOLVED (Clr Gartner / Clr Proudfoot) MIN16.858

That Council reinstate the Climate Change Action Committee.

CARRIED

For: Clr Gash, Clr White, Clr Wells, Clr Levett, Clr Cheyne, Clr Gartner, Clr Pakes, Clr Watson, Clr Kitchener, Clr Proudfoot and Clr Findley

Against: Clr Guile

SA16.49 Notice of Motion - Community Solar Conference

HPERM Ref: D16/349555

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council include the Community Energy Congress in its allowable conferences for council and staff attendance.

RESOLVED (Clr Gartner / Clr Gash) MIN16.859

That Council

5. Notes the details of the Community Energy Congress scheduled for 27-28 February (with side events on Sunday 26 February & Wednesday 1 March 2017) in the Melbourne Town Hall, Melbourne Victoria.

6. Authorises available Councillors to attend the conference and such attendance be deemed Council Business.

7. Travel, registration fees, accommodation and all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses be met in accordance with its adopted policy.

8. Request Councillors attending the conference to provide a written report within 30 days of returning from the conference.

CARRIED

SA16.50 Notice of Motion - Australian Coastal Councils Management Committee

HPERM Ref: D16/349560

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the council nominate Councillor Kaye Gartner for the current vacancy on the Australian Coastal Councils Management Committee.

RESOLVED (Clr Gartner / Clr Findley) MIN16.860

That the council nominate Councillor John Levett for the current vacancy on the Australian Coastal Councils Management Committee.

CARRIED

SA16.51 Notice of Motion - Moona Moona Creek, Huskisson - Pedestrian Walkway

HPERM Ref: D16/349972

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Director of Assets and Works please advise where stage 2 for Moona Moona Creek is at in regards to the widening of the pedestrian walkway.

RESOLVED (Clr Gash / Clr Gartner) MIN16.861

That the General Manager (Director of Assets and Works) please advise where stage 2 for Moona Moona Creek is at in regards to the widening of the pedestrian walkway.

CARRIED

SA16.52 Notice of Motion - Bus Shelter - Owen Street, Huskisson

HPERM Ref: D16/349991

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Director Assets & Works investigate the costing and feasibility of provision for a shelter over the bus stop,seat on Owen Street South.

RESOLVED (Clr Gash / Clr Gartner) MIN16.862

That the General Manager (Director of Assets and Works) investigate the costing and feasibility of provision for a shelter over the bus stop,seat on Owen Street South.

CARRIED

SA16.53 Notice of Motion - Road Maintenance - Jervis Bay Road / Huskisson Road intersection

HPERM Ref: D16/350014

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Director Assets & Works give an update on where council is at on the proposed work to be carried out on the Huskisson turnoff on the Jervis Bay Road entrance into Huskisson.

RESOLVED (Clr Gash / Clr Gartner) MIN16.863

That the General Manager (Director of Assets and Works) give an update on where council is at on the proposed work to be carried out on the Huskisson turnoff on the Jervis Bay Road entrance into Huskisson.

CARRIED

Note: Russ Pigg returned to the meeting at 7.48pm

Procedural Motion - Bring Item Forward

RESOLVED (Clr Guile / Clr Wells) MIN16.864

That the matter of item SA16.33 -Funding of Sewer Services to St Andrew's Way Coolangatta be brought forward for consideration.

CARRIED

SA16.33 Funding of Sewer Services to St Andrew's Way Coolangatta

HPERM Ref: D16/346590

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council support “in principle”, the provision of sewerage to residential lots in St Andrew’s Way, and Berry’s Bay, Coolangatta to allow Council staff to further consult with the affected owners in regards to timing, scope, extent of services, and the proposal that properties benefiting meet 100% of the associated works.

RESOLVED (Clr Wells / Clr Findley) MIN16.865

1. That Council support “in principle”, the provision of sewerage to residential lots in St Andrew’s Way, and Berry’s Bay, Coolangatta to allow Council staff to further consult with the affected owners in regards to timing, scope, extent of services

2. That Council consider funding 100% of the cost of the scheme implementation in St Andrews Way and consult with the other property owners with respect to contributions.

3. That a report be provided by the General Manager on the Financial aspects of providing a Sewer Main System to St Andrews Way.

CARRIED

Reports

SA16.14 Meeting Times for Council & Committees

HPERM Ref: D16/332293

Recommendation

That Council

1. Adopt a schedule of meeting dates as per the attached schedule providing:

a. a Three (3) week cycle of meeting dates per month, held on a Monday as follows:

i. Week 1 – Development Committee;

ii. Week 2 – Strategy and Assets Committee;

iii. Week 3 – Ordinary Meeting.

b. Meetings and briefings not being held during the following periods:

i. Christmas break, including the first Two (2) weeks of January 2017

ii. Easter break;

iii. Australian Local Government Association General Assembly - 18 to 21 June 2017;

iv. The first Two (2) weeks of July 2017

v. Local Government Association Conference - 4 to 6 December 2017.

2. Determine the start time for Council and Committee meetings to be generally at 5.00 pm.

3. Schedule Councillor Briefings on Tuesdays & Thursdays OR at 4pm on Monday meeting days

4. Schedule the meetings of Advisory Committees & Boards on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday to be determined at the 1^st meeting of each.

Recommendation (Clr Findley / Clr Gartner)

That Council

1. Adopt a schedule of meeting dates as per the attached schedule providing:

a. a Three (3) week cycle of meeting dates per month, held on a Tuesday as follows:

i. Week 1 – Development Committee;

ii. Week 2 – Strategy and Assets Committee;

iii. Week 3 – Ordinary Meeting.

b. Meetings and briefings not being held during the following periods:

i. Christmas break, including the first Two (2) weeks of January 2017

ii. Easter break;

iii. Australian Local Government Association General Assembly - 18 to 21 June 2017;

iv. The first Two (2) weeks of July 2017

v. Local Government Association Conference - 4 to 6 December 2017.

2. Determine the start time for Council and Committee meetings to be generally at 5.00 pm.

3. Schedule Councillor Briefings on Mondays & Thursdays OR at 4pm on Tuesday meeting days

4. Schedule the meetings of Advisory Committees & Boards on Monday, Wednesday or Thursday to be determined at the 1^st meeting of each.

SA16.15 Berry Community Strategic Plan

HPERM Ref: D16/345626

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council endorse the Berry Community Strategic Plan and consider the themes and strategic priorities contained within the plan as part of Council’s planning processes.

RESOLVED (Clr Guile / Clr Wells) MIN16.866

That Council endorse the Berry Community Strategic Plan as a community plan and consider the themes and strategic priorities contained within the plan as part of Council’s planning processes.

CARRIED

SA16.16 Ulladulla Harbour Berthing Facility Project Funding

HPERM Ref: D16/350140

Recommendation

That

1. Council accept the offer of a grant from the Community Development Grant Programme operated by the Australian Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development for the sum of $789,742 towards the establishment of a small berthing facility within Ulladulla Harbour and the General Manager be authorised to enter into the necessary contracts to receive the grant

2. Council thank the Member for Gilmore for her assistance in obtaining the grant

3. Council vote the grant monies received for the construction of the berthing facility within Ulladulla Harbour

4. Council thank NSW Crown Lands and the NSW Minister for Primary Industries for making available $400,000 towards the project for deepening of the rock shelf within the Harbour

5. Council staff commence negotiations to prepare an agreement with Crown Lands to secure tenure over the area within Ulladulla Harbour for the purposes of developing the berthing facility; and authorise the General Manager to sign any documentation required to give effect to this resolution.

6. Council vote an additional $400,000 from the Economic Development Reserve towards the construction of the berthing facility

7. Council staff commence preparation of an operations and management agreement and advertise by way of an Expression of Interest for an operator to manage the facility on behalf of Council and a separate report be presented to Council following closure of the EOI

8. Council staff establish a fee structure for berths and seek expressions of interest from persons wishing to “lease” a berth, when available and a separate report be submitted to Council following closure of the EOI

Recommendation (Clr Proudfoot / Clr White)

That

2. Council thank the Member for Gilmore for her assistance in obtaining the grant

3. Council vote the grant monies received for the construction of the berthing facility within Ulladulla Harbour

4. Council thank NSW Crown Lands and the NSW Minister for Primary Industries for making available $400,000 towards the project for deepening of the rock shelf within the Harbour

6. Council vote an additional $400,000 from the Economic Development Reserve towards the construction of the berthing facility

CARRIED

SA16.17 Adoption Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan

HPERM Ref: D16/323734

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

1. Council finalise and adopt the draft Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan (including the recommendations in Section 12 and Appendix H) with the following main amendments:-

a. the term “rationalisation” be defined further in the plan and understood as explained in this report

b. tennis court facilities and netball courts to be included in the plan

c. to update provision guidelines for arts, museums and libraries

2. The minor amendments as outlined in the attached submissions table (outlined in Attachment 2) and staff feedback / amendments as identified in the report below also be included in the final version and adopted.

3. Council continue to work with community and sporting groups to develop more accurate information on utilisation rates, times, programs, etc. to better understand future infrastructure needs and facilities that can be utilised for events and marketed

4. Council staff commence exploring ways in which its community infrastructure facilities can be marketed to maximise community knowledge of the facilities and increase utilisation.

5. Council advise those that made submissions related to the draft plan, CCBs, community and sports groups of the resolution of this meeting.

6. Council rescind the Sportsground Strategic Plan which is superseded by the Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan:

7. The Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan inform a review of the Council’s Section 94 Plan.

RESOLVED (Clr Watson / Clr Pakes) MIN16.867

That consideration of the Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan be deferred until Council has provided a detailed workshop for Councillors on this matter.

CARRIED

SA16.18 Paringa Park - Non motorised Water Sports Hub - Draft Master Plan

HPERM Ref: D16/329306

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

1. Council endorse public exhibition of the draft master plan for a non-motorised water sports hub in Paringa Park for a period of 28 days.

2. Council continue to work with Nowra Sea Scouts, Nowra Community Sailing Club, Nowra Water Dragons, Nowra Rowing Club and other relevant stakeholders during and after the exhibition period to engage with the broader community on this initiative.

3. Council receive a further report after public exhibition of the draft master plan for a non-motorised water sports hub in Paringa Park.

4. Council consider an allocation of $80,000 in the 2017/18 budget to undertake the detailed design of the key elements of the master plan for a non-motorised water sports hub in Paringa Park in order that the project is shovel ready for possible grant applications.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr White) MIN16.868

That

1. Council endorse public exhibition of the draft master plan for a non-motorised water sports hub in Paringa Park for a period of 28 days.

3. Council receive a further report after public exhibition of the draft master plan for a non-motorised water sports hub in Paringa Park.

CARRIED

SA16.19 Acceptance of Grant Funding - Veolia Mulwaree Trust - $25,000 -Plantation Point Exercise Equipment

HPERM Ref: D16/339363

Recommendation

1. That Council thank the Veolia Mulwaree Trust and accept the grant of $25,000 (inclusive of GST) for the delivery of exercise equipment at Plantation Point Vincentia.

2. The committee under delegation nominate the Mayor or a Councillor to accompany a staff member to the Veolia Mulwaree Trust Grant Presentation on Thursday 24 November in Goulburn.

Recommendation (Clr Wells / Clr Gash)

That Council

1. Thank the Veolia Mulwaree Trust and accept the grant of $25,000 (inclusive of GST) for the delivery of exercise equipment at Plantation Point Vincentia.

2. Nominate the Mayor or a Councillor to accompany a staff member to the Veolia Mulwaree Trust Grant Presentation on Thursday 24 November in Goulburn.

CARRIED

SA16.20 Councillor Conference - Community Energy Congress

HPERM Ref: D16/338473

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Committee

1. Notes the details of the Community Energy Congress and Masterclass scheduled for 27 February 2017 to 2 March 2017 in Melbourne, Victoria.

2. Authorises available Councillors to attend the conference and such attendance be deemed Council Business.

3. Travel, registration fees, accommodation and all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses be met in accordance with its adopted policy.

4. Request Councillors attending the conference to provide a written report within 30 days of returning from the conference.

RESOLVED (Clr Gartner / Clr Gash) MIN16.869

That the Committee

1. Notes the details of the Community Energy Congress and Masterclass scheduled for 27 February 2017 to 2 March 2017 in Melbourne, Victoria.

2. Authorises available Councillors to attend the conference and such attendance be deemed Council Business.

3. Travel, registration fees, accommodation and all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses be met in accordance with its adopted policy.

4. Request Councillors attending the conference to provide a written report within 30 days of returning from the conference.

CARRIED

SA16.21 Construction of Roundabout - Paradise Beach Rd & Kerry St Sanctuary Point

HPERM Ref: D16/324847

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the report on the proposed roundabout at the intersection of Paradise Beach Road and Kerry Street, Sanctuary Point, be recived for information.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Kitchener) MIN16.870

That the report on the proposed roundabout at the intersection of Paradise Beach Road and Kerry Street, Sanctuary Point, be recived for information.

CARRIED

SA16.22 Integrated Emergency Management Centre Master Plan and Electrical Supply at Albatross Road - IEMC

HPERM Ref: D16/290450

Recommendation

That Council

1. Adopt the Integrated Emergency Management Centre Master Plan (reference number S1/1k); and

2. Allocate a budget of $135,000 funded from the Strategic Projects Reserve for the balance of costs for a new electrical substation and associated works

Recommendation (Clr Pakes / Clr Kitchener)

That Council

1. Adopt the Integrated Emergency Management Centre Master Plan (reference number S1/1k); and

2. Allocate a budget of $135,000 funded from the Strategic Projects Reserve for the balance of costs for a new electrical substation and associated works.

CARRIED

SA16.23 NSW Government Safer Roads Program - Approved Projects 2016/17

HPERM Ref: D16/315000

Recommendation

That Council thanks the Minister for Roads and writes a letter of thanks to RMS and accepts the grant funding offers as follows:

1. $340,000 for construction of safety improvements on Culburra Road (from CH0.00-1.03km east of Coonemia Road) including shoulder widening and sealing, guardrail, signage and delineation improvements

2. $5,000 for survey and design investigations for safety improvements on Bolong Road (from east of Broughton Creek to south of Askeaton Park)

3. $5,000 for survey and design investigations for safety improvements on Bolong Road (from north of the Coolangatta Road intersection to north of the Bolong Road/Gerroa Road intersection)

4. $5,000 for survey and design investigations for safety improvements on Currarong Road (from CH 7.7-11.5km, including the intersection of Currarong Road and Lighthouse Road)

Recommendation (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Cheyne)

That Council thanks the Minister for Roads and writes a letter of thanks to RMS and accepts the grant funding offers as follows:

2. $5,000 for survey and design investigations for safety improvements on Bolong Road (from east of Broughton Creek to south of Askeaton Park)

3. $5,000 for survey and design investigations for safety improvements on Bolong Road (from north of the Coolangatta Road intersection to north of the Bolong Road/Gerroa Road intersection)

4. $5,000 for survey and design investigations for safety improvements on Currarong Road (from CH 7.7-11.5km, including the intersection of Currarong Road and Lighthouse Road)

CARRIED

SA16.24 Electric Vehicle Charging Points

HPERM Ref: D16/290510

Clr Findley – less than significant non pecuniary interest declaration – will remain in the room and will take part in discussion and vote – she is the owner of an electric vehicle.

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That community engagement be undertaken on the installation of electric vehicle charging points in central business districts and a report be provided to Council on demand and business interest

RESOLVED (Clr Findley / Clr Gartner) MIN16.871

That a report be provided to council with respect to Council ability to encourage or require electric vehicle charging facilities for future developments within the CBD. The report should include other solutions that may be available to Council for providing electric fast vehicle charging facilities within the Shoalhaven.

CARRIED

SA16.25 Property Lease - 11 Lamonds Lane, Nowra - Lot 3 DP868373

HPERM Ref: D16/309588

Recommendation

That Council:

1. Approve the grant of a new lease agreement with Dorothy Curnow for a term of three (3) years with a further option of three (3) years for the continued use and occupation of 11 Lamonds Lane, Nowra (Lot 3 DP868373) at an initial annual rental of $19,219.43 plus GST, increased annually by CPI with a review to market at the commencement of the option period.

2. Authorise the General Manager to execute the lease agreement and affix the Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven to any documentation requiring to be sealed.

Recommendation (Clr Proudfoot / Clr White)

That Council:

2. Authorise the General Manager to execute the lease agreement and affix the Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven to any documentation requiring to be sealed.

CARRIED

SA16.26 Acquisition of Easement for Drainage - 19 Nirimba Ave Sanctuary Point

HPERM Ref: D16/318684

Recommendation

That

1. In accordance with the Local Government Act 1993 and Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991, Council resolve to acquire an Easement for Drainage 1.83m wide including swale drain over Lot 2407 DP216525 at Sanctuary Point, as shown by hatching on the copy of DP216525 marked Attachment 1.

2. Council pay compensation of $18,000, excluding GST, and reasonable legal costs associated with the acquisition from Job No 85001.45694

3. The Mayor and General Manager be authorised to execute any documents that require execution and affix The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven to any documents required to be sealed.

Recommendation (Clr Wells / Clr White)

That

2. Council pay compensation of $18,000, excluding GST, and reasonable legal costs associated with the acquisition from Job No 85001.45694

CARRIED

SA16.27 Proposed Leasing of 81 Osborne Street Nowra

HPERM Ref: D16/320554

Item dealt with earlier in the meeting.

SA16.28 Proposed Road Closure of Part of Piscator Ave Currarong and sale to William & Elaine McLaughlin and consolidation with Lot 3 DP700672

HPERM Ref: D16/332622

Recommendation

That:

1. Council resolves to make an application to the Minister administering the Roads Act 1993, for the part of Piscator Avenue, Currarong shown by hatching on Attachment “1” to be closed and sold to the owners of the adjoining Lot 3 DP700672, William and Elaine McLaughlin.

2. Upon closure, the land within the closed road is to be consolidated with the adjoining land being Lot 3 DP700672;

3. Authority be granted to affix the Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven to any documents requiring to be sealed and that the General Manager be authorised to sign any documents necessary to give effect to this resolution;

4. Council authorise the sale of the closed road to William and Elaine McLaughlin for $18,000 (plus GST if applicable); and

5. All costs associated with the road closure are to be met by William and Elaine McLaughlin.

Recommendation (Clr Gash / Clr Pakes)

That:

2. Upon closure, the land within the closed road is to be consolidated with the adjoining land being Lot 3 DP700672;

4. Council authorise the sale of the closed road to William and Elaine McLaughlin for $18,000 (plus GST if applicable); and

5. All costs associated with the road closure are to be met by William and Elaine McLaughlin.

CARRIED

SA16.29 Acquisition of Land for Matron Porter Drive Pathway - Part Lot 12 DP807589 - 13 Sungrove Lane

HPERM Ref: D16/336966

Recommendation

That Council rescind part MIN16.732 (2) and pay compensation of $62,000 plus GST (based on the area of 2,358m²), legal and valuation costs associated with the acquisition, in accordance with the provisions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 from Matron Porter Drive SUP budget job number 85583.

Recommendation (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Kitchener)

CARRIED

SA16.30 Supplementary Report - requirement for a certified Coastal Zone Management Plan or Coastal Management Program

HPERM Ref: D16/340836

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.849

SA16.31 Dune vegetation management at Collingwood Beach - outcome of public exhibition and petitions.

HPERM Ref: D16/328027

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.850

SA16.32 Closure of Council's free childhood immunisation service

HPERM Ref: D16/314324

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

Council close the free childhood immunisation service after the December 2016 clinics; and

1. advertise the closing of clinics and thank the community for their support over the last 50 years; and

2. write to parents who are currently using the clinics to notify them of the closure.

RESOLVED (Clr Wells / Clr White) MIN16.872

That Council close the free childhood immunisation service after the December 2016 clinics; and

1. advertise the closing of clinics and thank the community for their support over the last 50 years; and

2. write to parents who are currently using the clinics to notify them of the closure.

CARRIED

SA16.33 Funding of Sewer Services to St Andrew's Way Coolangatta

HPERM Ref: D16/346590

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.865

SA16.34 Tenders - Water Meter Reading Services

HPERM Ref: D16/327570

Recommendation

That the Committee consider a separate confidential report in accordance with Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993.

Recommendation (Clr Watson / Clr Wells)

That the Committee consider a separate confidential report in accordance with Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993

CARRIED

Note: Clr White left the meeting at 8.17pm

SA16.35 Tenders - Vincentia Tower Redevelopment	HPERM Ref: D16/346001
Clr White - pecuniary interest declaration – left the room and took no part in discussion or voting.
Recommendation That the Committee consider a separate confidential report in accordance with Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993.
Recommendation (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Wells) That the Committee consider a separate confidential report in accordance with Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993. CARRIED

Note: Clr White returned to the meeting at 8.19pm

SA16.36 Tenders - Purchase of new 24,000lt Vacuum Tanker Trailer

HPERM Ref: D16/346690

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Committee consider a separate confidential report in accordance with Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Pakes) MIN16.873

That the Committee consider a separate confidential report in accordance with Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993.

CARRIED

SA16.37 BOM National Performance Report Audit

HPERM Ref: D16/315191

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council note the successful outcome of the 2015-16 independent audit of the National Performance Indicators for Shoalhaven Water.

RESOLVED (Clr Gartner / Clr Wells) MIN16.874

That

1. Council note the successful outcome of the 2015-16 independent audit of the National Performance Indicators for Shoalhaven Water.

2. Shoalhaven Water staff be congratulated on their efforts leading to the results. .

CARRIED

SA16.38 Acquisition of Easement for Water Supply at Terara

HPERM Ref: D16/319958

Recommendation

That Council resolve to

1. Acquire an Easement for Water Supply 3 wide over Lot 1 DP579451 at Millbank Rd, Terara, as shown by hatching on plan marked Attachment ‘1’;

2. Council extinguish an existing Easement for Water Supply marked ‘D’ as shown on DP579451 that has been made redundant, as shown on plan marked Attachment ‘2’;

3. Council pay compensation of $8,500 (plus GST if applicable) and reasonable legal costs associated with the acquisition, in accordance with the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991, from Council’s Water Fund;

4. If necessary, the compensation be adjusted in accordance with the area of the easement to be acquired determined by final survey;

5. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven be affixed to any documents required to be sealed.

Recommendation (Clr Wells / Clr Gash)

That Council

1. Acquire an Easement for Water Supply 3 wide over Lot 1 DP579451 at Millbank Rd, Terara, as shown by hatching on plan marked Attachment ‘1’;

2. Council extinguish an existing Easement for Water Supply marked ‘D’ as shown on DP579451 that has been made redundant, as shown on plan marked Attachment ‘2’;

4. If necessary, the compensation be adjusted in accordance with the area of the easement to be acquired determined by final survey;

5. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven be affixed to any documents required to be sealed.

CARRIED

SA16.39 Extinguishment of Water Supply Easement - 6 Mount Vista Close Falls Creek

HPERM Ref: D16/325611

Recommendation

That Council resolve to

1. Extinguish the Easement for Water Supply 4.57 wide over Lot 17 DP258913 at Berry, as shown by hatching on extract of that deposited plan marked ‘Attachment A’.

2. Costs to extinguish the easements are to be met from Shoalhaven Water’s Water Fund.

3. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven be affixed to any documents required to be sealed.

Recommendation (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Pakes)

That Council

1. Extinguish the Easement for Water Supply 4.57 wide over Lot 17 DP258913 at Berry, as shown by hatching on extract of that deposited plan marked ‘Attachment A’.

2. Costs to extinguish the easements are to be met from Shoalhaven Water’s Water Fund.

3. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven be affixed to any documents required to be sealed.

CARRIED

SA16.40 Acquisition of Easements for Water Supply at Wason Street Ulladulla

HPERM Ref: D16/336427

Recommendation

That

1. Council resolve to acquire the following easements at Ulladulla:

a. An Easement for Water Supply variable width over Lot 22 DP576042 from Antonio Capogreco as designated (A) on copy of plan marked Attachment ‘1’, and

b. An Easement for Water Supply 0.1 wide over Lot 11 DP856300 from Antonio Capogreco and Rosa Capogreco designated (B) on copy of plan marked Attachment ‘1’.

The acquisitions to be undertaken under the Local Government Act 1993.

2. Council pay compensation of $2,000 for each easement, total $4,000, plus GST if applicable and reasonable legal costs associated with the acquisition in accordance with the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991, from Council’s Water Fund.

3. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven be affixed to any documents required to be sealed.

Gartner/cheyne – as printed - carried

Recommendation (Clr Gartner / Clr Cheyne)

That

1. Council resolve to acquire the following easements at Ulladulla:

a. An Easement for Water Supply variable width over Lot 22 DP576042 from Antonio Capogreco as designated (A) on copy of plan marked Attachment ‘1’, and

b. An Easement for Water Supply 0.1 wide over Lot 11 DP856300 from Antonio Capogreco and Rosa Capogreco designated (B) on copy of plan marked Attachment ‘1’.

The acquisitions to be undertaken under the Local Government Act 1993.

3. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven be affixed to any documents required to be sealed.

CARRIED

SA16.41 Research Grant Proposal - University of Wollongong

HPERM Ref: D16/346129

Recommendation

That Council agree to partner (through Shoalhaven Water) with the University of Wollongong on the ARC Linkage Grant proposal for an integrated data concentration system for sewerage reticulation networks.

Recommendation (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Gartner)

CARRIED

Notices of Motion / Questions on Notice

SA16.42 Notice of Motion - Huskisson Sewerage Scheme - Woollamia Village Extension

HPERM Ref: D16/338343

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.851

SA16.43 Notice of Motion - Marriott Park - All Day Car Park Proposal

HPERM Ref: D16/342616

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.853

SA16.44 Notice of Motion - Marriott Park - All Day Car Park Proposal

HPERM Ref: D16/344459

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.854

SA16.45 Notice of Motion - Long Term Parking Facility Proposal - Bomaderry Railway Station

HPERM Ref: D16/342832

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.855

SA16.46 Notice of Motion - Public Toilet Block - North Nowra

HPERM Ref: D16/344303

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.856

SA16.47 Notice of Motion - Bomaderry Railway Station To Nowra CBD - Bus Services

HPERM Ref: D16/344426

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.857

SA16.48 Notice of Motion - Climate Change Action Committee

HPERM Ref: D16/349553

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.858

SA16.49 Notice of Motion - Community Solar Conference

HPERM Ref: D16/349555

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.859

SA16.50 Notice of Motion - Australian Coastal Councils Management Committee

HPERM Ref: D16/349560

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.860

SA16.51 Notice of Motion - Moona Moona Creek, Huskisson - Pedestrian Walkway

HPERM Ref: D16/349972

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.861

SA16.52 Notice of Motion - Bus Shelter - Owen Street, Huskisson

HPERM Ref: D16/349991

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.862

SA16.53 Notice of Motion - Road Maintenance - Jervis Bay Road / Huskisson Road Intersection

HPERM Ref: D16/350014

Item dealt with earlier/later in the meeting see MIN16.863

Introduction of Items as Matters of Urgency

RESOLVED (Clr Guile / Clr Watson) MIN16.875

That the following addendum reports be introduced as matters of urgency:

1. SA16.54 Expression of Interest for the Sale of the Visitor Information Centre Site and Graham Lodge

2. CSA16.9 Expression of Interest for the Sale of the Visitor Information Centre Site and Graham Lodge

CARRIED

The Chairperson ruled the matters as ones of urgency as they relate to urgent business of Council and allowed their introduction.

Addendum Reports

SA16.54 Expression of Interest for the Sale of the Visitor Information Centre Site and Graham Lodge

HPERM Ref: D16/352276

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council, in accordance with Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993, consider a separate confidential report on this matter.

RESOLVED (Clr Gartner / Clr Findley) MIN16.876

That item SA16.54 - Expression of Interest for the Sale of the Visitor Information Centre Site and Graham Lodge be deferred to the Ordinary Meeting of 22 November 2016.

CARRIED

Confidential Reports

Pursuant to Section 10A(4) the public were invited to make representation to the Committee meeting before any part of the meeting is closed, as to whether that part of the meeting should be closed.

RESOLVED (Clr Wells / Clr White) MIN16.877

That the Ordinary Meeting exclude the press and public from the Meeting, pursuant to section 10A(1)(a) of the Local Government Act, 1993, to consider the following items of a confidential nature.

CSA16.4 Legal Advice - Dune Vegetation Management at Collingwood Beach - outcomes of public exhibition and petitions

Advice concerning litigation, or advice as comprises a discussion of this matter, that would otherwise be privileged from production in legal proceedings on the ground of legal professional privilege.10(A)(2)(g)

There is a public interest consideration against disclosure of information as disclosure of the information could reasonably be expected to prejudice any court proceedings by revealing matter prepared for the purposes of or in relation to current or future proceedings or prejudice the fair trial of any person, the impartial adjudication of any case or a person’s right to procedural fairness.

CSA16.5 Development Application – Four Storey Residential Flat Building - Island Point Rd, St Georges Basin – Lot 6 DP 1082382

CSA16.6 Tenders – Water Meter Reading Services

Commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.10(A)(2)(d)(i)

There is a public interest consideration against disclosure of information as disclosure of the information could reasonably expected to reveal commercial-in-confidence provisions of a contract, diminish the competitive commercial value of any information to any person and/or prejudice any person’s legitimate business, commercial, professional or financial interests.

CSA16.7 Tenders - Vincentia Tower Redevelopment

Commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.10(A)(2)(d)(i)

CSA16.8 Tenders – Purchase of New 24,000lt Vacuum Tanker Trailer

Commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.10(A)(2)(d)(i)

CSA16.9 Expression of Interest for the Sale of the Visitor Information Centre Site and Graham Lodge

Commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.10(A)(2)(d)(i)

There is a public interest consideration against disclosure of information as disclosure of the information could reasonably be expected to reveal commercial-in-confidence information and diminish the competitive commercial value of the information of the proponents and prejudice their commercial interests.

CARRIED

The meeting moved into confidential the time being 8.34pm.

The meeting moved into open session, the time being 8.40pm.

Report from confidential session

The following resolutions of the Committee Meeting, whilst closed to the public, were made public.

CSA16.4 Legal Advice - Dune Vegetation Management at Collingwood Beach - outcomes of public exhibition and petitions

HPERM Ref: D16/338910

RESOLVED MIN16.878C

That in accordance with the Committee’s delegated authority from Council, the Committee accept the report for information.

CSA16.5 Development Application – Four Storey Residential Flat Building - Island Point Rd, St Georges Basin – Lot 6 DP 1082382

HPERM Ref: D16/345327

RESOLVED MIN16.879C

That the Committee refuse the development application for the reasons outlined in the section 79C assessment report and attached draft determination notice.

CSA16.9 Expression of Interest for the Sale of the Visitor Information Centre Site and Graham Lodge

HPERM Ref: D16/321021

RESOLVED MIN16.880C

That the CSA16.9 Expression of Interest for the Sale of the Visitor Information Centre Site and Graham Lodge be deferred to the Ordinary Meeting 22 November 2016.

There being no further business, the meeting concluded, the time being 8.41pm.

Clr Guile

CHAIRPERSON

Strategy and Assets Committee – Tuesday 13 December 2016

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SA16.74 Sea level rise projections and policy framework

HPERM Ref: D16/324334

Group: Planning & Development Services Group

Section: Environmental Services

Attachments: 1. Council sea level rise policy adopted 10 February 2015 ⇩

2. Report to Council 28 October 2014 (under separate cover) ⇨

3. Council resolution 28 October 2014 ⇩

4. Report to Policy & Resources Committee 10 February 2015 (under separate cover) ⇨

5. Submission from Shoalhaven NRFM Committee ⇩

Purpose / Summary

Council’s governance practice requires that all policies are to be reviewed within 12 months of an election of a new Council.

The sea level rise (SLR) policy adopted by Council on 10 February 2015 (provided in attachment 1) is presented for Council’s consideration at this meeting.

Recommendation

Submitted for consideration.

(However, staff would recommend Option 2 which is consistent with staff previous recommended position. Option 1 reflects the policy position established in the last term of Council.)

Options

1. Readopt the sea level rise policy without changes.

Implications: This option reaffirms Council’s existing policy position that was resolved after extensive consideration of the consultant’s report in February 2015. Council’s current policy includes a seven (7) year review. Council needs to appreciate that there has been additional information and advice since that date.

2. Rescind the sea level rise policy adopted by Council on 10 February 2015 and

a. Adopt sea level rise (SLR) projections based on the carbon emission scenario RCP8.5 high probability scenario (line), as recommended in the South Coast Regional Sea Level Rise Policy and Planning Framework (October 2014) and in line with State and Federal Governments’ coastal adaption advice.

b. Review its coastal hazard studies and flood risk studies, in view of the adopted SLR projections.

c. Develop an adaptive SLR policy framework based on the South Coast Regional Sea Level Rise Policy and Planning Framework (October 2014), and advice provided by State and Federal Governments and that Council receive a separate report on this matter in future.

Implications: The recommendations presented above are based on the most current available science and are in line with recent advice provided by State and Federal Governments. Additional costs would be incurred in further revisiting studies that have recently been completed using Council’s existing policy position

3. Adopt a different option.

Implications: Council needs to document the rationale for their decision so that Council’s position is defensible under the Local Government Act and demonstrates the decision has been made in good faith.

Background

Sea level rise projections

The 2009, NSW Government Sea Level Rise Policy required Councils to consider, as a minimum, 40cm sea level rise by 2050 and 90cm rise by 2100 above 1990 levels. In response, Council conducted flood studies and coastal risk studies which informed Council’s LEP and citywide DCP based on the NSW Government Sea Level Rise Policy.

The State Government repealed their Sea Level Rise Policy in 2012 as part of the stage 1 coastal reforms and encouraged each Council to adopt their own sea level rise projections. In response, Council in partnership with Eurobodalla Council engaged expert consultants to develop a South Coast Regional Sea Level Rise Policy and Planning Framework (October 2014). Based on a careful consideration of the science, legal advice, planning and legislative framework, the report recommended that Council adopt sea level rise projections associated with the carbon emission scenario RCP8.5 (also referred to as business as usual scenario). To acknowledge the uncertainty with modelling projections the report also recommended adopting the ‘high’ values of this scenario (around 15% chance of being exceeded). In addition to recommending sea level rise projections and values, the report also presented an adaptive policy framework to guide Council policies and planning in responding to the impacts of such sea level rise.

The Policy and Planning Framework was not adopted by Council. Consideration and weight was given to part of it together with submissions from the Nongovernmental International Panel on Climate Change and a local civil engineer. The following sea level rise projections were eventually adopted on 10 February 2015 - 100mm for 2030; 230mm for 2050 and 360mm for 2100. A copy of the policy is contained in attachment 1.

Referring to table 10 on page 55 of the Policy and Planning Framework

(http://doc.shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au/displaydoc.aspx?record=D15/91828) (refer to figure below), Council’s adopted sea level rise projections correspond to the sea level rise projections associated with a greenhouse gas scenario RCP6.0 (mid-range greenhouse gas emissions scenario which rely on significant reduced emissions in the near future). The adopted 2030 and 2050 projections have a 15% chance (high probability line) of being exceeded while the 2100 projection of 360mm has a 85% chance of being exceeded (low probability line).

It is to be noted that the sea level rise projections adopted by Council and recommended by the consultant do not differ significantly before 2050 (only a difference of 3cm). The projections adopted will not have a significant impact on planning for development that will have reached its end of life by 2050. However, for longer-term developments or decisions that have long term impacts such as rezoning or subdivisions the impacts are likely to be different because the 2100 projection must be considered in these circumstances. The adaptive planning framework developed recommends that proposed development should be adaptable and subject to controls to ensure they are safe for the course of their expected life or can be decommissioned or suitably adapted in future.

Attached to this report is a copy of the original report to the Ordinary meeting of Council on 28 October 2014 (see attachment 2) and the resolution of Council on 28 October 2014 (see attachment 3). A copy of the subsequent report to Council’s Policy and Resources Committee on 10 February 2015 is contained within attachment 4.

Additional Information:

Since Council’s decision on sea level rise, the NSW Government has released a comprehensive climate change tool: AdaptNSW. It contains guidance for local government on sea level rise http://climatechange.environment.nsw.gov.au/Impacts-of-climate-change/Sea-level-and-coasts (see extract below). The climate projections for NSW regions provided on this website are based on an emission scenario similar to RCP8.5.

Extract from the AdaptNSW website http://climatechange.environment.nsw.gov.au/Climate-projections-for-NSW/About-NARCliM/Emissions-scenarios#fn3 :

‘The SRES A2 emission scenario was selected for the NARCliM climate projections because the global emissions trajectory suggested that it was the most likely scenario.’

‘Recent publications have confirmed that we are tracking at the higher end of the A2 scenario. For the latter half of the 21st century, SRES A2 has a similar trajectory to that of RCP8.5, with both reaching about 8 W/m² by 2100 (Figure 1a). SRES A2 is also similar to RCP8.5 in terms of changes in global mean temperature (Figure 1b).’

The Australian Government has also released a comprehensive decision support tool for coastal managers developed by NCCARF (National Climate Change Adaptation Research Facility). Specific information on the choice of greenhouse gas scenario are available at https://coastadapt.com.au/how-to-pages/how-to-understand-climate-change-scenarios. An extract of this webpage is provided below.

Extract from CoastAdapt https://coastadapt.com.au/how-to-pages/how-to-understand-climate-change-scenarios.

‘How should you select a greenhouse gas scenario? There are two good reasons for choosing RCP8.5. Firstly, of the current generation of model runs, it presents the ‘worst case’. That isn’t to say things couldn’t be worse, they could. But we don’t have model evidence for a case worse than RCP8.5. So it is possible to argue that, by selecting RCP8.5, you are fulfilling a duty of care by being as risk averse as possible. The second is that, globally, we are currently tracking along the RCP8.5 pathway, and therefore it can be argued that by selecting RCP8.5 you are picking the scenario that is closest to reality. Whether or not this situation is likely to continue is arguable - many would say that as mitigation policy begins to bite we will default to a lower RCP pathway such as RCP6.0 - but in terms of the evidence of present performance, RCP8.5 would be the closest.’

For the reasons outlined above it is recommended that Council reconsider its current policy position. The staff position in the original report of 28 October 2016 (see attachment 2) to Council was that the consultant’s recommendation of RCP 8.5 should be supported.

Impact on studies and planning

Adopting sea level rise projections is only the first step in planning for climate change, it is as important to understand how the sea level rise projections will impact on future risks and how to respond to these risks.

In order to understand future risks associated with sea level rise, Council is now in the process of reviewing its coastal hazard studies and some flood risk studies in view of the sea level rise projections adopted in February 2015.

The review of the coastal hazard study with Council’s adopted sea level rise projections is complete and in draft form. A Councillor briefing was held on 29 November 2016 to inform Councillors of the outcomes of the review. The matter was reported to Council’s Shoalhaven Natural Resource & Floodplain Committee (NRFMC), Council’s community consultative body for coast, estuary and floodplain matters, on 29^th November 2016. The minutes of that meeting are included in this Strategy and Asset Committee business paper for 13^th December 2016. The Committee recommended that Council consider placing the draft revised coastal hazard study report on public exhibition subject to Council reaffirming its sea level rise policy. Should Council resolve to amend the sea level rise policy, the study can be amended with new sea level rise projections in a relatively short time frame.

At the meeting of the Shoalhaven NRFMC on 20 July 2016 the Committee:

RECOMMENDED that Council consider as part of their review process of existing Sea Level Rise Policy review adopting a precautionary principle to sea level rise policy/adaption to climate change and that future policies include a statement of intent that informs a more detailed policy position including a scientifically supported planning horizon for the Shoalhaven.

Note: The Committee expressed their concerns on the apparent lack of a credible and widely accepted competent scientific basis upon which the current Council adopted their policy.

The Committee also RECOMMENDED that Council:

a) Consider adopting a more holistic approach managing Sea Level Rise and Climate change risk.

b) Adopt a four year review cycle for the above mentioned policies.

c) Report back to the committee if the peer review of the legal advice known as Attachment D on 10 February 2015 was undertaken.

Some members of the Shoalhaven NRFMC have lodged a submission in relation to the policy (Attachment 5).

Council’s response to future sea level rise risks is embedded in its LEP and Citywide DCP.

Community Engagement

The draft South Coast Sea Level Rise Planning and Policy Response Framework was placed on exhibition in August/September 2014 and the outcome of exhibition was reported to Council on 28 October 2014 (see attachment 2). All comments on the draft report were addressed by the consultant in a separate report that was included in attachment to the Council report.

Any changes or review of coastal and flood studies and, or development controls will be subject to separate community engagement activities.

Policy Implications

The adopted policy position will be used to inform and direct Council’s studies and adopted plans, which subsequently affect land use planning decisions.

Financial Implications

Adopting new sea level rise projections would trigger a review of coastal and flood studies. The coastal hazard study is currently being reviewed in view of the projections adopted in 2015, the cost associated with a variation to the review would be limited (in the order of $2,000).

The cost associated with reviewing flood studies would be in a similar range for each study.

Risk Implications

Measurements and Government advice are pointing at higher sea level rise projections beyond the year 2050 than those currently adopted by Council. The long-term implications of not considering relevant sea level rise projections in decisions that have long term effects such as rezoning or subdivision or construction of critical assets such as roads could be significant for future generations to deal with. It is accepted that Council’s current policy position does require a periodic review (e.g. every 7 years) and Council will have the opportunity at that time to reconsider their current position and scientific evidence.

Shoalhaven Council currently has significant challenges with legacies of the past. Examples of such legacies include developments that had been approved in very low lying areas or high risk flood prone areas and there are no (or unaffordable) engineering solutions to fix the constant drainage and flooding issues. Other examples include developments at Mollymook (Surf Life Saving Clubs and Golf Club) where they have been located close to the coast and are likely to require the construction of expensive seawalls, in the future to protect them against coastal hazards. At the time of such decisions the risks were poorly understood, now that the risks are well understood, it is important for Council to not create additional legacies that place future generations at unacceptable risk or burden them with significant expenses to protect assets against such risks.

Local Government Area	Summary of provision
Woollahra	· The provisions encourage the installation of a 15Amp dedicated circuit for vehicle charging in dwelling houses, semi-detached dwellings, dual occupancies, residential flat buildings, multi dwelling housing and the residential component of a mixed use development. · For commercial development, a user pays charging point may be included with a dedicated space for electric vehicles.
Sydney	· Car parking areas are to be designed and constructed so that electric vehicle charging points can be installed at a later time.
Randwick	· A minimum of 10% of parking spaces are to be designed and labelled for small & environmental vehicles in commercial, office or shopping centre development wherever 10 or more spaces are required. Note: ‘environmental vehicles’ typically covers very small cars, hybrid cars and fully electric cars.

Tenderer	Location
Accurate Asphalt & Road Repairs	Lake Macquarie Area
Bostock Services Pty Ltd	Albion Park
Cadifern Civil Pty Ltd	Thirroul
Cleary Brothers Pty Ltd	Port Kembla
Hisway Pty Ltd	Nowra
Select Civil Pty Ltd	Kembla Grange
Shoalhaven Excavation Pty Ltd	Nowra
Stefanutti Construction Pty Ltd	Unanderra
Ward Civil Pty Ltd	Sydney

Lessee	Shoalhaven City Council
Lessor	C & R Property Investments Pty Ltd
Premises	Units 1 & 2, 2 McIntyre Way, Bomaderry
Term	2 years
Commencement Date	1 December 2016
Termination Date	30 November 2018
Option	1 year – 1 December 2018 – 30 November 2019 1 year – 1 December 2019 – 30 November 2020 1 year – 1 December 2020 – 30 November 2021
Rent	Annual – $42,342.91 (GST inclusive) Monthly - $3,528.58 (GST inclusive)
Rent review	CPI – Annually
Percentage of Outgoings	33.33% (a) local council rates and charges (b) water, sewerage and drainage rates & usage charges

Lessee	Berry Community Preschool
Lessor	Shoalhaven City Council
Premises	Lot 10 DP771829 as depicted in plan annexed to the lease and marked “B” at 24 Albert Street, Berry
Term	5 years
Option	5 years
Assessed Market Rent	$40,000 plus GST per annum
Rent Payable	$3,636.36 plus GST per annum, payable monthly in advance
Application of Rent Assessment Policy	Rental subsidy = 90.91%
Rent Review	Annually by CPI
Percentage of Outgoings	100%, outgoings refers to all charges for gas, electricity, telephone and any water rates and usage, garbage or sanitary rates or user charges relating to the Lessee’s use of the Premises.
Permitted Use	The operation of a Community Based Preschool and all activities incidental thereto.
Public Risk Insurance	Twenty million dollars ($20,000,000.00)