Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee

 

 

Meeting Date:     Tuesday, 31 January, 2023

Location:            Jervis Bay Rooms, City Administrative Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra

Time:                   4.00pm

 

Please note: Council’s Code of Meeting Practice permits the electronic recording and broadcast of the proceedings of meetings of the Council which are open to the public. Your attendance at this meeting is taken as consent to the possibility that your image and/or voice may be recorded and broadcast to the public.

 

 

Agenda

 

1.    Apologies

2.    Confirmation of Minutes

·      Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee - 9 January 2023.............................. 1

3.    Declarations of Interest

4.    Reports

CBD23.1..... Appointment of Members - Business Operator's & Community Member...... 5

CBD23.2..... Committee Actions Report for Ongoing / Completed Items........................... 7

CBD23.3..... Standing Report - Project Update - January 2023....................................... 16

CBD23.4..... Standing Report - Budget Update - January 2023....................................... 19

CBD23.5..... Discussion Item - Future Character of New Builds in Nowra CBD.............. 21

CBD23.6..... Seats - Jelly Bean Park................................................................................ 23

CBD23.7..... Taxi Rank - Junction Street - (near) Subway............................................... 24

CBD23.8..... Egans Lane Amenities................................................................................. 26

CBD23.9..... Electric Vehicle Parking Stations................................................................. 27

5.    General Business


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Membership

Mr James Caldwell – Chairperson

Clr Serena Copley

Clr Matthew Norris

Clr Tonia Gray

Clr Patricia White (Alternate)

Ms Jo Gash

Mr Scott Baxter

Mr Brendan Goddard

Mr George Parker

Mr Wesley Hindmarch

Ms Catherine Shields

 

Non-voting members

All other Councillors

CEO

Director, City Services or delegate

 

Quorum – Seven (7) members

 

Note: Any non-voting Councillor in attendance at the Committee meetings may act as an alternate voting member in circumstances where achievement of a quorum is required.

 

 

Role of the Committee

For the purpose of this Terms of Reference, Councils annual Capital Works Budget which is defined as any Special Rate on the CBD (currently $500,000) plus any top up funding (such as grants or loans obtained by council or other council budgetary allocations) that Council provides to deliver a project initiated by Special Rate Funding.

Note: Any other Capital Works Funding in excess of $100,000 within the CBD will be discussed with the Committee prior to expenditure of funding.

Note: Tasks in relation to part 4 will not be undertaken by Councillors

1.            Recommend to Council possible refinement of, and improvements to, the ‘Revitalising Nowra Action Plan (2021-2023)’ and the broader Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy as the committee considers appropriate.

2.            Develop a list of projects (with estimated costings) for Council to consider/prioritise over a rolling three year time frame, that will assist in achieving the ten elements of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy. The list is to be presented to an Ordinary Meeting of Council in February each year, and thus adopted by the Council.

3.            Make a formal submission to Council’s annual capital works budget as it relates to the Nowra CBD, in accordance with Council’s budgeting process.

4.            Reallocate at its discretion, Nowra CBD Revitalisation Budget funds to operational projects, e.g. activation events.

5.            Monitor the expenditure of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Budget via a Subcommittee, in particular;

5.1          Approving design plans and specifications at the preliminary concept stage and prior to the detailed drafting and then at final approval stage.

5.2          In cases where the CEO (or delegate) determines that capital works funded by the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Budget will be tendered out, the Subcommittee will endorse the tender documentation before tenders are advertised.

5.3          The Chair and delegate may, at their discretion, participate on tender evaluation panels for capital expenditure funded by the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Budget.

5.4          The Chair is to endorse the payment of progress claims and endorse the approval of variations, for capital expenditure funded by the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Budget.

6.            Act as a communication conduit between Council and the CBD stakeholders in respect to the ten elements within the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy and approved Capital Works within the Nowra CBD with reasonable support from Council, at Council’s expense, as determined by the CEO.

7.            Assist Council in advocating to the community the adopted list of projects that seek to deliver on the ten elements of the CBD Revitalisation Strategy.

8.            Provide a report to Council (resolved at a Committee meeting) each quarter outlining the year to date expenditure on projects funded by the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Budget and present a report to an Ordinary Meeting of Council in August each year that explains the expenditure and any non-expenditure, for the previous financial year.

9.            Consult with relevant stakeholders as needed.

Delegated Authority

1.            To oversee the expenditure of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Budget, as the Committee deems appropriate in accordance with objectives of the Nowra CBD Strategic Plan.

2.            To promote the advantages of the CBD inside and outside the Local Government area, including making press releases and promoting the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy and its projects.

3.            Council will provide “in-kind” support to the committee in relation to

·           Project Design and Documentation

·           Facilitation of meetings

·           Preparation of reports for the Committee consideration

 

Nowra Revitalisation Committee - Sub/Working Groups

 

Governance & Communications

Sub Committee

Finance & Works Sub Committee

Events & Promotion

Activation Projects

James Caldwell (Chair)

Yes

Yes

 

Clr

 

 

 

 

Clr

 

 

 

 

Clr

 

 

 

 

Wesley Hindmarch

 

Scott Baxter

 

Brendan Goddard

 

George Parker

 

 

 

 

Jo Gash

 

 

 

 

Catherine Shields

 

 

 

 

Gordon Clark

 

 

 

 

Paul Keech

 

 

 

 

SCC Rep

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

Minutes of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee

 

 

Meeting Date:     Monday, 9 January 2023

Location:            Email Meeting

 

 

The following members participated in the Email Meeting:

 

Mr James Caldwell - Chairperson

Clr Serena Copley

Clr Tonia Gray

Clr Patricia White

Mr Scott Baxter

Mr Brendan Goddard

Mr George Parker

 

 

 

Apologies / Leave of Absence

Nil

 

 

Confirmation of the Minutes

RESOLVED (By consent)

That the Minutes of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee held on Tuesday 13 December 2022 be confirmed.

CARRIED

 

 

 

Declarations of Interest

Nil

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reports

 

CBD22.47  Committee Actions Report for Ongoing / Completed Items

HPERM Ref: D22/505866

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the:

1.    Outstanding/Ongoing Action Report be received for information.

2.    Following completed items in the Action List attached to the report be removed from the listing:

a.    CBD22.40 Paving - Eastern Side - Kinghorne St - Report Request

b.    CBD22.35 Little Laneway - Arts Centre - Proposed Collaboration Event - March 2023 - In principle support - Jerrinja LALC Funding proposal - Further report request - e-meeting

c.    CBD22.28 Community Mural Proposal - Laneway Adjacent to Shoalhaven Regional Gallery (12 Berry St Nowra)- In principle support - Further report request

d.    CBD22.26 Freedom of Entry Ceremony and Celebration - 21 October 2022 - Funds voted for other activities

e.    CBD22.17 Presentation - Discussion - CBD Maintenance Suggestions - Report Required - Crew Options

f.     CBD22.24 Nowra CBD Maintenance Strategy - Daily / Weekly activities - Expenditure authorised - Bi-monthly walk arounds

g.    CBD22.6 Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Project - Management Services - Contract of Engagement adoption

 

RESOLVED (By consent)

That the:

1.    Outstanding/Ongoing Action Report be received for information.

2.    Following completed items in the Action List attached to the report be removed from the listing:

a.    CBD22.40 Paving - Eastern Side - Kinghorne St - Report Request

b.    CBD22.35 Little Laneway - Arts Centre - Proposed Collaboration Event - March 2023 - In principle support - Jerrinja LALC Funding proposal - Further report request - e-meeting

c.    CBD22.28 Community Mural Proposal - Laneway Adjacent to Shoalhaven Regional Gallery (12 Berry St Nowra)- In principle support - Further report request

d.    CBD22.26 Freedom of Entry Ceremony and Celebration - 21 October 2022 - Funds voted for other activities

e.    CBD22.17 Presentation - Discussion - CBD Maintenance Suggestions - Report Required - Crew Options

f.     CBD22.24 Nowra CBD Maintenance Strategy - Daily / Weekly activities - Expenditure authorised - Bi-monthly walk arounds

g.    CBD22.6 Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Project - Management Services - Contract of Engagement adoption

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

CBD22.43  Standing Report - Project Update - December 2022

HPERM Ref: D22/510035

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee note the update provided on the nominated projects within the Nowra CBD.

 

RESOLVED (By consent)

That the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee note the update provided on the nominated projects within the Nowra CBD.

CARRIED

 

 

CBD22.44  Standing Report - Budget Update - December 2022

HPERM Ref: D22/510041

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee notes the following points for information:

1.    That $40,987 has been spent since the last meeting of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee budget update.

2.    The total year-to-date spend for the 2022/2023 financial year is $368,685 of the available budget of $1,898,594.

3.    A summary of expenditure is provided in the Attachment to this report

 

RESOLVED (By consent)

That the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee notes the following points for information:

1.    That $40,987 has been spent since the last meeting of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee budget update.

2.    The total year-to-date spend for the 2022/2023 financial year is $368,685 of the available budget of $1,898,594.

3.    A summary of expenditure is provided in the Attachment to this report.

CARRIED

 

 

CBD22.45  Annual Financial Statement - Nowra CBD Promotions Budget - 2021-2022

HPERM Ref: D22/460722

Recommendation

That the Annual Financial Statements for the 2021-2022 Financial Year (Attached to the report) provided by the Nowra CBD Business Chamber be received for information.

 

REcommendation (By consent)

That the Annual Financial Statements for the 2021-2022 Financial Year (Attached to the report) provided by the Nowra CBD Business Chamber be received for information.

CARRIED

 

 

CBD22.46  Request Update - Riverfront Precinct Project

HPERM Ref: D22/477920

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee request that the CEO provide quarterly updates on the progress of plans relating the development of the riverfront precinct.

 

RESOLVED (By consent)

That the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee request that the CEO provide quarterly updates on the progress of plans relating the development of the riverfront precinct.

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

Mr James Caldwell

CHAIRPERSON

 

 

 

 


 

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CBD23.1    Appointment of Members - Business Operator's & Community Member

 

HPERM Ref:       D23/614

 

Department:       Business Assurance & Risk

Approver:           Paul Keech, Director - City Services 

Reason for Report

To appoint new members to the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee following the recent EOI.

 

Recommendation

That the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee recommend to Council that the following applicants be appointed for a period of 12 months:

1.    Retail/Business operator (non CBD Property owner) – Jessica Bromley

2.    Retail/Business operator (non CBD Property owner) – Jason Cox

3.    Community Member – Carlo Di Giulio

 

 

Options

1.    As recommended

Implications: This will ensure vacant positions on the Committee are filled.

 

2.    Adopt an alternate recommendation

Implications: Adopting an alternate recommendation would result in positions remaining vacant and therefore the possibility of not reaching quorum for future meetings.

 

Background

Following the recent EOI calling for two (2) Retail/Business Operator (non CBD Property Owner) and one (1) Community Member, Council received three (3) applications.

The three (3) applications received were for the Retail/Business Operator (non CBD Property Owner) and Community Member positions.

The Interview Panel convened and the applicants were recommended by the Panel to become members of the Committee for a period of 12 months.

Prior to the conclusion of the 12 month period, Council will conduct an EOI process and invite the current applicants to re-apply.

Jessica Bromley has a strong passion to create a community who can come together and share. Jessica operates a business in the CBD (Bomo Bulk) and has previous experience in Architectural Engineering.

Jason Cox has been involved in a community organisation and is keen to see positive improvements to the CBD. Jason manages a business in the CBD and has a background in Finance, Banking & Real Estate.

Carlo Di Giulio has a background in Urban Design and Town Planning. From previous experience he has an understanding of how town centres are perceived from stakeholders. Carlo is keen to see increased potential of investment and involvement in the CBD.

 

Community Engagement

The EOI calling for applications was advertised throughout Council’s networks, advertised in local paper two (2) times on 16 November and 30 November 2022. The EOI also appears on Council’s Website - Latest News Feed and on Council’s Facebook Page on 11 November 2022.

 


 

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CBD23.2    Committee Actions Report for Ongoing / Completed Items

 

HPERM Ref:       D23/10439

 

Department:       Business Assurance & Risk

Approver:           Paul Keech, Director - City Services 

Attachments:     1.  Ongoing Action List   

Reason for Report

To advise and update the Committee on the Outstanding/Ongoing Actions from the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee.

 

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the:

1.    Outstanding/Ongoing Action Report be received for information.

2.    Following completed item in the Action List attached to the report be removed from the listing:

a.    Item CBD22..46 - Request Update - Riverfront Precinct Project – Quarterly

 

 

Options

1.    As Recommended

2.    Adopt an alternate recommendation

 

Background

The actions listed in the attachment are drawn from resolutions made by the Committee of which an action is required.

Outstanding/Ongoing Action Report (attached) is current as at the time of drafting this report (Wednesday 11 January 2023).

This will be a standing report on the agenda for each meeting to keep the Committee informed of progress on the actions / resolutions from previous meetings.

 

 


 

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CBD23.3    Standing Report - Project Update - January 2023

 

HPERM Ref:       D23/21516

 

Department:       Technical Services

Approver:           Paul Keech, Director - City Services  

Reason for Report

To provide the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee with an update on nominated projects within Nowra CBD.

 

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee note the update provided on the nominated projects within the Nowra CBD.

 

 

Background

The following projects are funded by the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee. Updates on each of the below projects will be provided at meetings of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee:

·    Feasibility Investigation - Use of Smart Poles in the Nowra CBD

·    Investigation & Design - Pedestrian Crossing - Junction Street Nowra

·    Traffic Masterplan for North Street, Nowra

·    Nowra CBD Action Plan

The following projects are funded by Council. The Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee has requested a short update on the below projects at meetings of the Committee:

·    Nowra Arts Centre - Roof Renewal Works

·    Nowra CBD - All Day Car Parking

·    Nowra - O'Keeffe Avenue

·    Nowra - Berry / Worrigee Street – Multi Storey Car Park - Investigate and Design

·    Nowra - Bridge Rd / Hyam St Intersection - Safer Roads Project

·    Nowra - Berry St / Worrigee St – Intersection Upgrade Traffic Lights (Design)

·    Council Admin Building Works

The following projects have been added to the projects update list as a result of Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee meeting resolutions:

·    Morrisons Arcade lease renewal and lighting (CBD21.40)

·    CBD Mural Project (CBD21.44)

·    Jellybean Park Electrical and Technology Infrastructure Upgrade (CBD22.9)


 

 

Project Updates

1.    Feasibility Investigation - Use of Smart Poles in the Nowra CBD

Budget - $12,000.

Expected Delivery Date – June 2022.

Complete Urban has been engaged to undertake the feasibility investigation for $10,190 excl GST. The work has been completed and a way forward will be the subject of a future report to the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee.

2.    Investigation & Design – Pedestrian Crossing – Junction Street, Nowra

Budget - $5,000.

Expected Delivery Date – June 2022.

A design is complete and grant funding has been secured for construction.  

3.    Traffic Masterplan for North St, Nowra

Budget - $60,000.

Expected Delivery Date – June 2022.

Cardno consultants have been engaged for concept design and costing. The initial work is complete with additional scope being considered.  

4.    Nowra CBD Action Plan

Alison Henry has been appointed Nowra CBD Place Manager.

5.    Nowra Arts Centre - Roof Renewal Works

Project has been deferred due to variations associated with the works on the Library airconditioning.

6.    Nowra CBD - All Day Car Parking

This project is split into 2 sub projects

Berry St, Nowra-Carpark Extension – Construction is underway and due for completion in Q3

Burr Ave, Nowra – Construction planned Q3

7.    Nowra - O'Keeffe Avenue

This project is for the signalisation of the existing pedestrian crossing between Coles and the Ex Servos. The Project has a budget of $289,000. Construction scheduled for Q3

8.    Nowra - Berry/Worrigee Street - Multistorey Car Park - Investigate and Design 

This Project is to design a multi storey carpark at the corner of Berry St and Worrigee St. The Civil and Structural Design has been completed. Electrical designs are ongoing. Easement requirements are progressing. The construction is currently unfunded.

9.    Nowra - Bridge Rd / Hyam St Int - Safer Roads Project

This Project is for the design of Traffic Lights at the Intersection of Bridge Rd and Hyam St, Nowra. This project is reliant on grant funding. To date Council has been unsuccessful in obtaining grant funding and the project is on hold.

10.  Design of Traffic Lights at the Intersection of Worrigee St and Berry St, Nowra.

This project is reliant on grant funding. To date Council has been unsuccessful in obtaining grant funding and the project is on hold.

 

 

11.  Council Admin Building Works

Upgrade to Level 3 Accessible Amenities – Provide additional accessible amenities – Budget - $150,000 – Complete

Fire Mitigation Upgrade – To improve the administration buildings fire safety measures– Budget $1,010,000 – Task 1 - Attaining existing fire schedule compliance Certification & Compliance have issued revised Fire Safety Schedule (FSS) for review prior to issuing formally through a Fire Safety Order (FSO). Task 2 - Potential upgrade requirements in accordance with the current standards BCA/NCC compliance report reviewed by Certification & Compliance Department. Fire Engineering Report (FER) required to identify "deemed to satisfy' (DTS) solutions to current building issues. Site works in progress on a combined fire water supply for SEC & Admin Building. These works will provide water for upgrade of ground floor sprinkler and hydrant systems upgrade. Approximately 50% of the budget has been spent.

12.  Morrisons Arcade lease renewal and lighting

The lease for the Morrisons Arcade airspace is due for renewal on 14 June 2023. Lease renewal preparation work commenced in January 2023 with the intention of Council taking control and responsibility for the lighting in the public throughfare. 

13.  CBD Mural Project

Budget - $55,000.

A mural on the building at 11 Haigh Avenue, Nowra has been completed

14.  Jellybean Park Electrical and Technology Infrastructure

Festoon lighting and additional power outlets have been provided. This was funded by the residual of the Your High Street Grant.

A variation application has been approved by the grant funding body to provide additional power outlets on the other side of Jelly Bean Park, replace light globes in Junction Street and provide a pedestrian crossing in Junction Street. These works a scheduled to be finished in March 2023.

 


 

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CBD23.4    Standing Report - Budget Update - January 2023

 

HPERM Ref:       D23/21518

 

Department:       Technical Services

Approver:           Paul Keech, Director - City Services 

Attachments:     1.  CBD Budget Update - January 2023   

Reason for Report

To provide an update on the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee Budget.

 

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee notes the following points for information:

1.    That $21,760 has been spent since the last meeting of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee budget update.

2.    The total year-to-date spend for the 2022/2023 financial year is $390,445 of the available budget of $1,898,594.

3.    A summary of expenditure is provided in the Attachment to this report.

 

 

Background

This report provides an update to the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee budget spending compared to the 3-year action plan that was endorsed by Council on 20 July 2021 (MIN21.540). A summary of the Budget is attached. Note that the CBD Promotions and Activation item ($54,891) is not included in the available budget amount reported in the recommendation.

Expenditure

Name

Paid to

Amount (Excl GST)

Nowra Christmas Wonderland

Hoorah Events

$16,560

CBD Place Manager

Alison Peta Henry

$5,200

Total

$21,760

Income

Nil

 


 

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CBD23.5    Discussion Item - Future Character of New Builds in Nowra CBD

 

HPERM Ref:       D23/7583

 

Submitted by:    Clr Tonia Gray  

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the report be submitted for consideration and received for information.

 

 

Details

As we redefine the CBD future character on medium to high density buildings, the liveability of the city needs to take precedence.  Based on pioneering work in Melbourne e.g. 269 Stewart St East Brunswick, Melbourne. http://thestewartcollective.com.au/

Developments can become aspirational and more liveable and achieve a 7.5-star rating. Achieving a high star rating means less energy is required to keep interiors at a comfortable climate, in any season. The by-products are lower bills and a reduced environmental footprint.

Set beside CERES Community Environment Park and the Merri Creek Trail, the collection of residences introduce refined yet raw architectural design saturated in greenery and sunlight.  Perfectly placed in a quiet residential street with direct access to CERES (a community garden which is a community hub for produce). Homes/units are designed on a personal scale with great environmental integrity. The sustainable initiatives are a serious commitment to offer better choices.

Features also include underground secure car space, communal rooftop garden, communal library and communal on site bike storage.

Here is an example: https://lucentgroup.com.au/projects/stewart-collective.html

Brand New 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment

With sizable west facing terrace balcony, the interiors have everything you need to live well, and nothing you don’t need. The interiors think of all types of people and how they will want to live in spaces of true quality. With hard wearing, durable surfaces, make you feel right at home the moment you walk in.

The layout has 2 bedrooms (master with walk in robe and ensuite) main bathroom with walk in shower, that makes thoughtful use of generous spaces, and have interchangeable living aspects. Large stylish kitchen with island bench, open plan dining /lounge room with floor to ceiling windows.

 

Delivery Plan / Operational Plan – Reference Heading

Priority 1.1 – Resilient, Safe, Accessible & Inclusive Communities and 2.1 – Sustainable, Liveable Environments

 

Budget Implications and Resourcing Strategy Implications

Nil

 

Terms of Reference / Delegation

N/A

 

Policy Context

N/A. For discussion item.

 


 

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CBD23.6    Seats - Jelly Bean Park

 

HPERM Ref:       D23/8328

 

Submitted by:    Scott Baxter  

Recommendation

That more seats be provided in Jelly Bean Park.

 

 

Details

There are an insufficient number of seats for people in that park.

 

Delivery Plan / Operational Plan – Reference Heading

Thriving Local Economies

 

Budget Implications and Resourcing Strategy Implications

Unknown

 

Terms of Reference / Delegation

2.1. Recommend to Council possible refinement of, and improvements to, the ‘Revitalising Nowra Action Plan (2021-2023)’ and the broader Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy as the committee considers appropriate.

2.2. Develop a list of projects (with estimated costings) for Council to consider/prioritise over a rolling three year time frame, that will assist in achieving the ten elements of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy. The list is to be presented to an Ordinary Meeting of Council in February each year, and thus adopted by the Council.

2.3. Make a formal submission to Council’s annual capital works budget as it relates to the Nowra CBD, in accordance with Council’s budgeting process.

 

Policy Context

Unknown

 

Directors Note:

An option for alternative recommendation as follows:

That in relation to providing more seats in Jelly Bean Park (Egans Lane), the CEO (Director City Services) investigate and report back to the Committee, targeting the May 2023 meeting on the following:

1.    Feesibility of the project

2.    Funding options for investigation and design

3.    Funding options for construction

 


 

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CBD23.7    Taxi Rank - Junction Street - (near) Subway

 

HPERM Ref:       D23/8761

 

Submitted by:    Scott Baxter  

Recommendation

That the taxi rank on Junction Street (near Subway) be relocated to:

1.    Kinghorne Street near Coles/Aldi; and

2.    Near Telstra building, Stewart Place Bus Terminal.

 

Details

With the recent upgrade of Junction Street, it would be good to continue the upgrade further down Junction Street. The taxi rank would be better positioned near Aldi, Coles and Woolworth’s and a traffic island be created so people from Woolworths can easily cross. Also a taxi rank near the bus terminal is a common sense location for people getting off buses.

 

Delivery Plan / Operational Plan – Reference Heading

Thriving Local Economies

 

Budget Implications and Resourcing Strategy Implications

Unknown

 

Terms of Reference / Delegation

2.1. Recommend to Council possible refinement of, and improvements to, the ‘Revitalising Nowra Action Plan (2021-2023)’ and the broader Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy as the committee considers appropriate.

2.2. Develop a list of projects (with estimated costings) for Council to consider/prioritise over a rolling three year time frame, that will assist in achieving the ten elements of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy. The list is to be presented to an Ordinary Meeting of Council in February each year, and thus adopted by the Council.

2.3. Make a formal submission to Council’s annual capital works budget as it relates to the Nowra CBD, in accordance with Council’s budgeting process.

2.4. Reallocate at its discretion, Nowra CBD Revitalisation Budget funds to operational projects, e.g. activation events.

 

Policy Context

Unknown

 

Directors Note:

An option for alternative recommendation as follows:

That in relation to relocating the Nowra CBD Taxi rank locations, the CEO (Director City Services) investigate and report back to the Committee targeting the May 2023 meeting on the following:

1.    Feesibility of the project

2.    Funding options for investigation and design

3.    Funding options for construction

 


 

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CBD23.8    Egans Lane Amenities

 

HPERM Ref:       D23/8788

 

Submitted by:    Scott Baxter  

Recommendation

That the amenities in Egans Lane (near jelly Bean Park) be upgraded.

Details

Egans lane toilets are old and need replacing, there are no facilities for changing babies etc for mothers.  Need to install a module system that is automated in locking etc in the evenings and self-cleaning.  We need to look at all the facilities in the CBD.

 

Delivery Plan / Operational Plan – Reference Heading

Thriving Local Economies

 

Budget Implications and Resourcing Strategy Implications

Unknown

 

Terms of Reference / Delegation

2.1. Recommend to Council possible refinement of, and improvements to, the ‘Revitalising Nowra Action Plan (2021-2023)’ and the broader Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy as the committee considers appropriate.

2.2. Develop a list of projects (with estimated costings) for Council to consider/prioritise over a rolling three year time frame, that will assist in achieving the ten elements of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy. The list is to be presented to an Ordinary Meeting of Council in February each year, and thus adopted by the Council.

2.3. Make a formal submission to Council’s annual capital works budget as it relates to the Nowra CBD, in accordance with Council’s budgeting process.

2.4. Reallocate at its discretion, Nowra CBD Revitalisation Budget funds to operational projects, e.g. activation events.

 

Policy Context

Unknown

 

Directors Note:

An option for alternative recommendation as follows:

That in relation to the amenities at Jelly Bean Park (Egans Lane), the CEO (Director City Services) investigate and report back to the Committee targeting the May 2023 meeting on the following:

1.    Feesibility of the project

2.    Funding options for investigation and design

3.    Funding options for construction  


 

 Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy Committee – Tuesday 31 January 2023

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CBD23.9    Electric Vehicle Parking Stations

 

HPERM Ref:       D23/8837

 

Submitted by:    Scott Baxter  

Recommendation

That Council engage with providers to install Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in the CBD.

Details

What is Councils Policy in the Shoalhaven for Electric Parking Stations in Council Designated Carparks? How does that Policy apply to the Nowra CBD.

The installation of Parking Stations would attract more people to the CBD, at present there is a few at Stocklands.

 

Delivery Plan / Operational Plan – Reference Heading

Sustainable, Liveable Environments

 

Budget Implications and Resourcing Strategy Implications

Unknown

 

Terms of Reference / Delegation

2.1. Recommend to Council possible refinement of, and improvements to, the ‘Revitalising Nowra Action Plan (2021-2023)’ and the broader Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy as the committee considers appropriate.

2.2. Develop a list of projects (with estimated costings) for Council to consider/prioritise over a rolling three year time frame, that will assist in achieving the ten elements of the Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy. The list is to be presented to an Ordinary Meeting of Council in February each year, and thus adopted by the Council.

2.3. Make a formal submission to Council’s annual capital works budget as it relates to the Nowra CBD, in accordance with Council’s budgeting process.

2.4. Reallocate at its discretion, Nowra CBD Revitalisation Budget funds to operational projects, e.g. activation events.

 

Policy Context

Unknown

 

Directors Note:

An option for alternative recommendation as follows:

That in relation to Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in the Nowra CBD, the CEO (Director City Services) investigate and report back to the Committee targeting the May 2023 meeting on the following:

1.    Councils Policy position on Electric Vehicle charging stations and how it relates to the Nowra CBD

2.    Options available to engage with Electric Vehicle charging station providers