Agenda of Shoalhaven Traffic Committee

Minutes of the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee

Meeting Date: Tuesday, 11 April 2023

Location: Manyana Meeting Room, City Administrative Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra

Time: 9:30 am

The following members were present:

Convenor Micaiah Tipton - Manager Design Services

Clr Patricia White

Ms Nicole Brodie - TfNSW (Remotely)

Mr Ankit Bhangale – TfNSW (Remotely)

Mr Stuart Coughlan (Representing Mr Gareth Ward MP)

Sgt Kelly Thomas - NSW Police

Sgt Simon Pugh - NSW Police

Others present:

Ms Simone King - Premier Motor Services (Remotely)

Mr Craig Exton - Manager - Technical Services (Remotely)

Ms Bianca VanDerMerwe - Civil Engineer

Ms Melinda Grobbe – Road Safety Officer

Note: Ms Liza Butler MP submitted votes on the items following the declaration on the NSW State Elections for the seat on South Coast.

Apologies / Leave of Absence

An apology was received by Clr Matthew Norris.

Confirmation of the Minutes

RESOLVED (By consent)

That the Minutes of the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee held on Tuesday 14 March 2023 and the Special Shoalhaven Traffic Committee held on Thursday 23 March 2023 be confirmed.

CARRIED

Business Arising from Previous Minutes

Nil

Reports of the Convenor

TC23.19 Signage, Linemarking and Roundabout Plans - Lot A and B DP 156987 - 122 and 124 Plunkett Street - Nowra - PN(3736)

HPERM Ref: D23/39112

Ms Nicole Brodie – TfNSW – noted regarding attachment two (2) of the report, that the swept path analysis depicts the bus going on the other side of the road, which is not ideal from the perspective of TfNSW.

Ms Simon King - Premier Motor Services – advised that drivers will be made aware of this roundabout when trained on their routes.

Recommendation

That:

1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed roundabout located at the intersection of Plunkett Street and Journal Street, associated with the development of Lot A and B DP 156987 – Plunkett Street, Nowra (per development consent condition 29), as per Plan No D23/41579, D23/41585, D23/41586 and D23/128871 subject to the following:

a. The existing signage (street name and no through road) to be retained where possible else relocated outside of vehicle turn movements and pavement works.

b. Kerb ramps to be designed and constructed in accordance with AS 1428.1 Section 7.7. Specifically, the existing north-eastern corner footpath is to be relocated to suit the proposed kerb ramp including incorporating the 1.5m by 2m minimum upper landing area behind the ramp as per Figure 23(A) of the standard. Where there is currently no existing path at the north-western corner of the intersection, the landing area is to be incorporated behind the kerb ramps.

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411

RECOMMENDATION (By consent)

That:

a. The existing signage (street name and no through road) to be retained where possible else relocated outside of vehicle turn movements and pavement works.

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411

CARRIED

Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services 3 May 2023

TC23.20 Parking Restrictions - Railway Street - Bomaderry (PN 3741)

HPERM Ref: D23/55839

Sgt Simon Pugh – NSW Police – advised that the owners of Nowra Truck and Tractor Repairs and Koolatint expressed safety concerns regarding cars parking on Railway St and creating visibility issues for cars coming out of driveways onto Railway St. As such, they support an extension of the no stopping zone from the corner of Bolong Rd along Railway St.

It was further suggested that there be no stopping signs on both sides of Railway St from the corner of Bolong Rd to avoid heavy vehicles crossing the centre line due to cars parking on the corner.

Council staff advised that to make such changes this item will need to go out for further consultation.

Recommendation

That:

1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed Parking Restrictions at Railway Street, Bomaderry as per Plan No. D23/55845.

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411

RECOMMENDATION(By consent)

That this item be deferred to a later meeting to allow for further consultation and amendments to the recommendation.

CARRIED

Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services 3 May 2023

TC23.21 Parking Restrictions - Illaroo Road - North Nowra (PN 3743)

HPERM Ref: D23/55937

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That:

1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed Parking Restrictions at Illaroo Road, North Nowra as per Plan No. D23/55941.

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411

REcommendation (By consent)

That:

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411

CARRIED

Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services 3 May 2023

TC23.22 Parking Restrictions - Moss Vale Road - Kangaroo Valley (PN 3745)

HPERM Ref: D23/68876

Recommendation

That:

1. TfNSW be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed Parking Restrictions at Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley as per Plan No. D23/68880.

2. The recommendation be noted by the Director City Services.

REcommendation (By consent)

That:

1. TfNSW be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed Parking Restrictions at Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley as per Plan No. D23/68880.

2. The recommendation be noted by the Director City Services.

CARRIED

Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services 3 May 2023

TC23.23 Proposed Parking Restrictions - Gesham Way - Bomaderry (PN 3752)

HPERM Ref: D23/126585

Recommendation

That:

1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed parking restrictions on Gesham Way, Bomaderry, as per Plan No D23/126629.

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411.

REcommendation (By consent)

That:

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411.

CARRIED

Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services 3 May 2023

TC23.24 Proposed Parking Restrictions - Deering Street - Ulladulla (PN 3753)

HPERM Ref: D23/126863

Recommendation

That:

1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the parking restrictions on Deering Street, Ulladulla, as per Plan No D23/127112.

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411.

RECOMMENDATION (By consent)

That:

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411.

CARRIED

Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services 3 May 2023

TC23.25 Signage and Linemarking Plans - Lot 1 DP 1157707 - 15 Nowra Lane, Nowra (PN 3754)

HPERM Ref: D23/127201

Recommendation

That:

1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed signage and linemarking associated with the development at Lot 1 DP 1157707 – 15 Nowra Lane, Nowra (per development consent condition(s) 32), as per Plan No.’s D23/127209 & D23/127213; subject to the following:

a. The end spaces of the row of parking spaces along the southern boundary being signposted or pavement marked as “Small Car Only”; and

b. linemarking being provided to delineate the end of the space facing the access aisle.

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411

RECOMMENDATION (By consent)

That:

a. The end spaces of the row of parking spaces along the southern boundary being signposted or pavement marked as “Small Car Only”; and

b. linemarking being provided to delineate the end of the space facing the access aisle.

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411

CARRIED

Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services 3 May 2023

GENERAL BUSINESS

· Missing Stop Signs / Lines in The Shoalhaven

It was raised by NSW Police that there are a large quantity of missing or worn out stop signs and lines in the Shoalhaven. The following locations were mentioned as examples: The intersection of Graham St and North St, Nowra, and the intersection of Village Dr and Green St, Ulladulla. As such, it was suggested that an audit of missing stop signs and lines be undertaken.

Council staff advised that they would make the district engineers aware of this issue.

· Garbage Truck Exemptions – No stopping Zones

It was raised by NSW Police as to whether an exemption for no stopping zones exist for garbage truck drivers, especially in new medium density housing developments.

Council staff advised that they are currently seeking formal advice from Rangers and from the NSW Police policy team on this issue.

There being no further business, the meeting concluded, the time being 10:01am.

Micaiah Tipton

CONVENOR

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TC23.26 Shared User Path and Raised Pedestrian (Wombat) Crossing - South Street - Camden Street - Ulladulla (PN 3755)

HPERM Ref: D23/163593

Convenor: Bianca van der Merwe

Attachments: 1. PN 3755 Plan ⇩

Recommendation

That:

1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed Shared User Path and Raised Pedestrian (Wombat) Crossing at South Street and Camden Street, Ulladulla as per Plan No. D23/163601.

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411

Background:

Shoalhaven City Council has received funding under the Federal Stimulus Road Safety Program – Pedestrian Safety at School Zones to design and construct a shared user path along South Street in Ulladulla.

This new pathway will form part of a future accessible link from Ulladulla High School to the Ulladulla Leisure Centre. The proposed pathway has been identified by Council as forming part of the strategic link for current and future needs and infrastructure.

The project will encourage students, local residents and tourists to cycle and will provide cyclists with a greater level of safety, accessibility and convenience, and remove pedestrians and cyclists from the adjacent road network.

Details of Submission:

The extent of this proposal would involve the construction of a shared user path along a section of South Street in Ulladulla, adjacent to Ulladulla High School.

Additional works would include the installation of a raised pedestrian (Wombat) crossing in Camden Street, kerb ramps at the intersection of South Street & Camden Street, construction of new kerb & gutter and shoulder widening between Camden Street & Rundle Street, as well as associated linemarking and signage.

These works will form part of a future link between Ulladulla High School and the Ulladulla Leisure Centre.

Consultation:

Council commenced consultation with affected residents, Ulladulla High School, other stakeholders and the Ulladulla and Districts Community Forum in June & July 2022 to discuss the proposal. To date, Council has received three (3) submissions, two (2) supported the proposal and one (1) providing a mixed response.

Risk Implications:

This proposal would result in a safer travel path along this section of South Street as well as improving the safety of pedestrians and cyclists utilising the new shared user path.

Financial Implications:

The proposal will be funded by the Federal Stimulus Road Safety Program – Pedestrian Safety at School Zones provided to Council by the NSW Government.

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TC23.27 Private Use of Public Parking - 29 Kinghorne Street - Nowra (PN 3757)

HPERM Ref: D23/164553

Convenor: Bianca van der Merwe

Attachments: 1. PN 3757 Traffic Management Plan ⇩

Recommendation

That:

1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the temporary use of 12 parking spaces within the Stewart Place carpark, behind 29 Kinghorne Street, Nowra for a period of four (4) weeks during maintenance works to the Holt Centre, as per Document No. D23/164555; subject to the following:

a. Payment of associated fees in accordance with Council’s Policy for Private Use of Public Parking POL22/110.

b. The provision of a pedestrian ramp to allow wheelchairs / scooters access to the arcade through the Holt Centre;

c. The provision of commercial waste services to the Holt Centre, allowing existing commercial front loaded bins to be serviced for the duration of the works;

d. The continuation of deliveries to businesses located within and adjacent to the Holt Centre due to the removal of the loading zone for the duration of works.

2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411

Details:

Applicant: Pure Town Planning

Property: Lot CP SP 30285

Background:

Council has received an application for Private Use of Public Parking to allow for roof restoration / maintenance works to the Holt Centre building. The contractor has submitted plans detailing the locations of facilities and plant / equipment within the Stewart Place carpark, due to restricted access to the building from Kinghorne Street. The plans detail an off-street loading / unloading area for trucks delivering materials to site, protected by security fencing. Whilst car parking spaces will be lost for the duration of the project, the proposal is considered to improve safety during works as it will provide an area for the delivery and removal of materials with restricted public access, which would not be available if the current parking restrictions remained.

Details of Submission:

The extent of this proposal is the occupation of 12 parking spaces on the western side of the Holt Centre building (29 Kinghorne Street) within the Stewart Place carpark for a period of four (4) weeks, from the start date of proposed works.

This application is consistent with Council’s Policy for Private Use of Public Parking POL22/110.

Consultation:

Council commenced consultation with affected businesses, stakeholders and the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee in February 2023 to discuss the proposal. To date, Council has received one submission, this submission having no objection to the proposal.

Risk Implications:

Pedestrian and vehicle traffic hazards have been considered to be adequately addressed by the proponent’s Traffic Control Plan.

Financial Implications:

Council will be able to recover funds for the use of the public parking spaces in accordance with the policy.