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Councillor Weekly Bulletin
18 September 2020
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INDEX
ITEM TITLE PAGE
1. GENERAL MANAGER - NL 3
2. FINANCE AND CORPORATE STRATEGY - NIL 3
3. SERVICE DELIVERY & SPECIAL PROJECTS 4
3.1 Mary Street Pedestrian Crossing 4
3.2 Cowell Street & Ferry Street Footpath Restorations 5
3.3 Garibaldi Village Corner Restorations: Paving works 6
3.4 Proposed Hazard Reduction Burns 6
3.5 Parking Metres Removed at Buffalo Creek 8
3.6 Garibaldi Corner 8
3.7 Reconcilliation Action Plan 9
4. DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATORY SERVICES - NIL 10
5. PLACE AND PROJECT 10
5.1 Community App 10
5.2 Media and Communications 11
5.3 Henley Precinct Consultation 18
5.4 Figtree Precinct Consultation 18
5.5 Local Council Transition Fund - Successful Grant 18
6. COUNCILLOR CALENDAR 20
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1. GENERAL MANAGER
Nil
2. FINANCE AND CORPORATE STRATEGY
Nil
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3. SERVICE DELIVERY & SPECIAL PROJECTS
3.1 Mary Street Pedestrian Crossing
The new pedestrian crossing at Mary Street is in place and being used by local schools.
The majority of works are complete, however we are still awaiting the lighting which is
being provided by Ausgrid.
The new crossing will ensure safety for pedestrians, road users and nearby school
students. Many students are already using the crossing as a safer way home from
school.
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3.2 Cowell Street & Ferry Street Footpath Restorations
Cowell Street and Ferry Street footpath restorations are progressing well and nearing
completion.
The improved footpaths will increase safety for the public and the aesthetics of Hunters
Hill.
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3.3 Garibaldi Village Corner Restorations: Paving works
Paving works are progressing well at Garibaldi Village Corner and progressing to the
landscaping stage of beautifying the area.
The safer footpath has flattened the previously raised pavers, making travel around the
village corner much easier and less hazardous, whilst also retaining the look of the
original pavers.
3.4 Proposed Hazard Reduction Burns
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) inspected two hazard reduction proposals in April 2020
and provided written support for both proposals: one adjoining High Street in Boronia
Park and the other in Buffalo Creek Reserve which includes the lower part of 13 private
properties.
Both proposed burns have been entered into RFS BRIMS, a FRNSW works request form
has been submitted and a Review of Environmental Factors (REF) prepared for both
sites. In addition 12 private properties along Barons Crescent have provided written
consent for the proposed Buffalo Creek Reserve burn, the remaining property has
provided verbal consent only.
The proposed Boronia Park burn covers 0.78 Ha and is located in north Boronia
adjacent to the High Street extension – see attached map. A portion of this area was
previously burnt in April 2010. There is now significant build-up of fuel load including
fallen trees. The objective of the proposal is to protect adjoining property in particular
the Montefiore Nursing Home as well as maintain and enhance biodiversity in the
reserve.
The proposed Buffalo Creek Reserve burn potentially covers 0.8 Ha and is located on
both public and private land south of the Great North Walk (GNW) - see attached
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map. This burn involves the lower part of 13 private properties and was previously done
via pile burns in 2006. A letter including consent form and map of burn was sent to these
residents in July and a follow-up letter in August to those residents who did not initially
respond. The objective of the proposal is to protect adjoining property in Barons
Crescent as well as maintain and enhance biodiversity in the reserve. In addition the
local Community Fire Unit (CFU) may be able to assist with the burn.
Both proposals are consistent with the draft Bush Fire Risk Management Plan 2019-2024.
What property owners need to do to prepare for the fire season is on the RFS, FRNSW
and Hunter’s Hill Councils website.
1. Proposed Hazard Reduction Burn Areas ⇩
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3.5 Parking Metres Removed at Buffalo Creek
Following the Council meeting on 14 September it was resolved that the parking meters
be removed at the Buffalo Creek Reserve.
This was in recognition of the impact on families and visitors to the Playspace and
associated recreation area.
The metres were covered on Tuesday 15 September with arrangements underway for
their removal.
3.6 Garibaldi Corner
Council recently commenced work to refurbish paving and landscaping works around
the Garibaldi Village.
Businesses were provided with communication regularly before the process, including
visits from council officers, emails and a facilitated online meeting.
The precast benches were to be installed under the tree, but due to the tree roots, the
benches relocated.
Since installation, Council has received feedback from the general community
regarding the suitability of the benches. Officers intend to prepare three options for the
community:
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1. Retain the installed benches as they are;
2. Retain the installed benches, and include a planter over the
elevated discs, and timber slat seating;
3. Remove and replace benches with council’s signature
bench – see attached image.
The poll would be opened for 7 days and be promoted onsite and via Council
communication channels.
3.7 Reconcilliation Action Plan
A key Council commitment as outlined in the Community Strategic Plan is to
encourage a sense of belonging and connection to the local community.
Council has commenced working with interested members of the local community,
including the high schools, to develop a phase one Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
A RAP is a framework to support the national reconciliation movement. There are four
types of RAP’s, and Council is currently in the first phase – Reflect.
From Reconciliation Australia - Reflect RAP clearly sets out the steps you should take to
prepare your organisation for reconciliation initiatives in successive RAPs. Committing to
a Reflect RAP allows your organisation to spend time scoping and developing
relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders, deciding on your
vision for reconciliation and exploring your sphere of influence, before committing to
specific actions or initiatives. This process will help to produce future RAPs that are
meaningful, mutually beneficial and sustainable.
The informal working party has held an initial scoping meeting. It is an organic process
of engagement with no formal structure or program at this point however depending
on how discussions evolve our aim is to provide a RAP by May 2021, in Reconciliation
Week.
If councillors are interested in participating in the process, please email
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4. DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATORY SERVICES
Nil
5. PLACE AND PROJECT
5.1 Community App
As part of the Intergenerational Remembering, Hunter’s Hill Council is working to
develop and deliver a pilot community connection application.
Council is supported by CheckedIn Care, and have collaborated with Sydney
Community Services, St George Community Housing and the Anglican Parish of Hunters
Hill, to identify and recruit suitable individuals to be part of this project, along with a
“support circle” for each individual, whether that be a family member or trained
volunteer.
Council, CheckedIn Care and the community organisations have formed a working
group and are currently working together to develop a model for the app.
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5.2 Media and Communications
eNews
Weekly eNews sent to our community subscribers on Friday 11 September, highlighting:
Mayor Ross Williams
Thank You Mark Bennett
Hunters Hill Heroes (profile Meridith McDowell-Jones – Anglican Parish rector’s
warden)
People + Places Consultation
Next Weekend - Henley Growers Market
Enter Now – Northern Districts Inclusion Award
Next Council Meeting
Another eNews is scheduled for Friday 18 September.
Social media
Information shared on:
R U OK Day
Hunters Hill Heroes - profile of Meridith McDowell-Jones – Anglican Parish rector’s
warden
Parking meters to be removed from Buffalo Creek (and other Council meeting
highlights)
Remembering Harper Dowdall (Clarkes Point memorial bench seat dedication)
New pedestrian crossing in Mary Street complete
Citizenship ceremony (Australian Citizenship Day 2020)
Play it forward (EOIs to local businesses to help sponsor inclusive playground
upgrades to infant swing seats)
Some posts and public feedback, pictured below:
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Website News
Hunters Hill Heroes - Meridith McDowell-Jones
All Saints’ Anglican Church is a significant landmark in Hunters Hill and as a volunteer
rector’s warden, Meridith McDowell-Jones is a driving force behind maintaining it for the
community.
https://www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/news/meridith-mcdowell-jones/
Parking meters to be removed from Buffalo Creek
Parking meters are to be removed from Buffalo Creek, following a decision of Hunter’s
Hill Council tonight (Monday 14 September 2020).
https://www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/news/parking-meters-to-be-removed-from-buffalo-
creek/
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Remembering Harper
A special spot on the waterfront at Clarkes Point has been dedicated to Harper
Dowdall as a place for family, friends and the Hunters Hill community to reflect and
remember.
https://www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/news/remembering-harper/
Welcoming New Citizens
Hunters Hill has welcomed its newest citizens at a ceremony today (17 September
2020), as part of Australian Citizenship Day 2020.
https://www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/news/welcoming-new-citizens/
Supporting Play For All in Hunters Hill: Expressions of Interest Now open
Hunter’s Hill Council and Gladesville Chamber of Commerce are partnering with social
enterprise Play For All Australia in a bid to provide inclusive upgrades to parks across the
local government area.
https://www.huntershill.nsw.gov.au/news/supporting-play-for-all-in-hunters-hill/
TWT
From 16 September edition:
- Hunters Hill News (pictured below)
- Parking meters to go from Buffalo creek (pictured below)
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5.3 Henley Precinct Consultation
We will be onsite at Gladesville Reserve and Henley Growers Market tomorrow to
promote the People and Places Survey to users and community.
From 7-9am, Council officers will be near the playspace encouraging people to
participate in the online survey.
From 9-12pm, Council officers and CGM, consultants engaged to prepare the plans of
management, will be at the Henley Growers Market to promote the survey, discuss the
precinct and run consultation activity.
5.4 Figtree Precinct Consultation
Council have invited key users to participate in a facilitated workshop on Tuesday 22
September at 11.30-1pm.
The purpose of the workshop is to seek input to assist with planning for how our people
use our places now, and into the future.
This information will help to inform the way we provide community infrastructure and
how we work with organisations and community groups into the future.
Due to COVID19 physical distancing requirements, we are carefully managing numbers
and require RSVP in advance for any councillors who would like to observe the
workshop. Please email [email protected] if you plan to attend.
5.5 Local Council Transition Fund - Successful Grant
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is the state’s primary environmental
regulator.
The EPA recently launched a non-contestable grant program for eligible councils to
provide sustainable, reliable and affordable kerbside services to their communities.
The Fund supports strategic planning, options assessment and the transitioning to
sustainable waste management services that maximise recovery from the red-lid bin
and allow safe recirculation back into the productive economy.
This grant provides targeted support for:
1. strategic planning and options assessment
2. increasing the recovery of organics:
a. transitioning to new organics collection services and minimising
recoverable products and hazardous materials in the red-lid bin, or
b. improving recovery of organics in existing services and minimising
recoverable products and hazardous materials in the red-lid bin.
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We were part of a joint application through NSROC for a project: Northern Sydney Food
Organics Project.
The project will coordinate short-term trials resulting in demographic and waste stream
analysis of food organics collected from single unit dwellings, medium and high density
multi-unit properties and from businesses, using alternative approaches to
communication and collection methods, applying consistent measurement of project
outcomes in relation to:
cost-effectiveness,
resource recovery and
compliance (participation and segregation of waste).
Council also submitted a Strategic Textile Recovery Assessment project resulting in
assessment and analysis of textiles collected from residential premises, schools and
sporting clubs in the Hunter's Hill LGA using various community engagement strategies
and measures to determine the participation rates, overall engagement, resource
recovery rates, participation and overall diversion of textile waste from the red-lidded
bin into circular economy projects.
We have been successful in both submissions, receiving a total of $180,000 to deliver
these projects.
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6. COUNCILLOR CALENDAR
6.1 : Dates until December 2020
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Summary of Ordinary Council Meetings until 31 December 2020:
MONTH DAY Every 2nd Monday
DATE
Every 4th Monday
DATE
September Monday SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
October Monday 12 26
November Monday 9 23
December Monday 14 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
DAY & DATE PURPOSE TIME PLACE
Monday
28 September
Bushland Management
Committee Meeting 2.30pm Zoom
Wednesday
30 September
Development Control
Meeting 9.00am Zoom
Monday
12 October Ordinary Council Meeting 6.00pm
Thursday
15 October Local Planning Panel 3.00pm Zoom
Monday
26 October Ordinary Council Meeting 6.00pm
Monday
9 November Ordinary Council Meeting 6.00pm
Thursday
19 November Local Planning Panel 3.00pm Zoom
Monday
23 November Ordinary Council Meeting 6.00pm
Monday
23 November
Local Government NSW
Annual Conference
8.45am to
1.00pm Online
Monday
14 December Ordinary Council Meeting 6.00pm
Thursday
17 December Local Area Traffic Committee 11.00am Zoom
Thursday
17 December Local Planning Panel 3.00pm Zoom