Agenda of Ordinary Meeting

UNCONFIRMED MINUTES

OF THE ORDINARY MEETING OF PENRITH CITY COUNCIL HELD IN THE

COUNCIL CHAMBERS

ON MONDAY 25 JUNE 2018 AT 7:00PM

NATIONAL ANTHEM

The meeting opened with the National Anthem.

STATEMENT OF RECOGNITION

His Worship the Mayor, Councillor John Thain read a statement of recognition of Penrith City’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Heritage.

PRAYER

The Council Prayer was read by the Rev Neil Checkley.

PRESENT

His Worship the Mayor, Councillor John Thain and Councillors Jim Aitken OAM, Bernard Bratusa, Todd Carney, Brian Cartwright, Robin Cook, Marcus Cornish, Kevin Crameri OAM, Greg Davies, Mark Davies, Aaron Duke, Ross Fowler OAM, Karen McKeown OAM and Kath Presdee.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Leave of Absence was previously granted to Councillor Tricia Hitchen.

APOLOGIES

There were no apologies.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - Ordinary Meeting - 28 May 2018

129 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Aaron Duke seconded Councillor Karen McKeown OAM that the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of 28 May 2018 be confirmed.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Councillor Kath Presdee declared a Non-Pecuniary Conflict of Interest – Less Than Significant in Item 7 - Tender reference 17/18-30 Construction of Grey Gums Oval Amenities as she is a member of the committee of one of the sporting clubs which utilise Grey Gums Oval. Councillor Presdee stated that she would leave the meeting during consideration of Item 7.

Councillor Robin Cook declared a Non-Pecuniary Conflict of Interest – Less Than Significant in Item 2 - Australian Government Blackspot Program and NSW Safer Roads Program 2019/20 Nominations as she lives in one of the streets that would potentially benefit from funding through this Program.

SUSPENSION OF STANDING ORDERS

130 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Marcus Cornish seconded Councillor Aaron Duke that Standing Orders be suspended to allow members of the public to address the meeting, the time being 7:06pm.

Elisa Todesco

Item 11 – Adoption of Revised Community Plan, Delivery Program 2017-21 and 2018-19 Operational Plan

Ms Todesco, an affected resident, spoke in opposition to the recommendation. Ms Todesco highlighted the cost of rates in the Mt Vernon area and stated that she considered they were too high in comparison to other areas of the Penrith Local Government area, making ownership of rural property in the area unsustainable. Ms Todesco stated that there was a lack of services in the area, and in particular that there was no kerbing and guttering, no public transport or other similar amenities and that the roads were in poor condition.

Procedural Motion

131 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Marcus Cornish seconded Councillor Kath Presdee that an extension of time be granted to allow the speaker to complete her address, the time being 7:12pm.

Ms Todesco concluded by requesting Councillors to reconsider the cost of rates in the Mt Vernon area.

Lou Dulisse

Item 11 – Adoption of Revised Community Plan, Delivery Program 2017-21 and 2018-19 Operational Plan

Mr Dulisse, an affected resident, spoke in opposition to the recommendation. Mr Dulisse questioned why Penrith City Council rural rates were approximately four times higher than other surrounding council rural rates, in particular Liverpool and Fairfield, and highlighted a lack of services available in the area. Mr Dulisse questioned why Mt Vernon residents do not receive the same amenities and benefits as other areas of the Penrith Local Government area. Mr Dulisse concluded by requesting Council to consider reducing the cost of rates in the Mt Vernon area.

RESUMPTION OF STANDING ORDERS

132 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM that Standing Orders be resumed, the time being 7:23pm.

Mayoral Minutes

1 Locals recognised in Queen's Birthday Honours

Councillors Greg Davies, Kath Presdee and Ross Fowler OAM spoke in support of the Mayoral Minute.

133 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor John Thain seconded Councillor Greg Davies that the Mayoral Minute on Locals recognised in Queen's Birthday Honours be received.

2 Retirement of General Manager, Alan Stoneham

Councillors Ross Fowler OAM, Greg Davies, Jim Aitken OAM and Mark Davies spoke in support of the Mayoral Minute.

134 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor John Thain seconded Councillor Ross Fowler OAM that the Mayoral Minute on Retirement of General Manager, Alan Stoneham be received.

3 Penrith Health Action Plan wins award

Councillor Ross Fowler OAM spoke in support of the Mayoral Minute.

135 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor John Thain seconded Councillor Ross Fowler OAM that the Mayoral Minute on Penrith Health Action Plan wins award be received.

4 Passing of Freda Whitlam, AM

Councillors Karen McKeown OAM and Greg Davies spoke in support of the Mayoral Minute.

136 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor John Thain seconded Councillor Karen McKeown OAM that the Mayoral Minute on the Passing of Freda Whitlam, AM be received.

Reports of Committees

1 Report and Recommendations of the Policy Review Committee Meeting held on 4 June 2018

137 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kath Presdee seconded Councillor Greg Davies that the recommendations contained in the Report and Recommendations of the Policy Review Committee meeting held on 4 June, 2018 be adopted, with the exception of Items 1, 2 and 3.

1 Report and Recommendations of the Policy Review Committee Meeting held on 4 June 2018 - Item 1 - Annual Update Planning Proposal

138 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kath Presdee seconded Councillor Greg Davies

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Annual Update Planning Proposal be received.

2. Council endorses the Planning Proposal provided at Attachment 2.

3. The General Manager be granted delegation to update and finalise the Planning Proposal referred to in resolution 2 prior to Council's submission of the Planning Proposal to the Minister for Planning.

4. Council officers forward the Planning Proposal to the Minister for Planning with a request to issue a Gateway Determination. The submission will include a request to issue Council with Delegation for plan making authority.

5. The General Manager be granted delegation to make any necessary changes to the Planning Proposal in the lead up to the Gateway Determination.

6. The General Manager be granted delegation to make any necessary changes to the Planning Proposal prior to public exhibition in response to the conditions of the Gateway Determination or negotiations with public authorities and other stakeholders.

7. Council publicly exhibits the Planning Proposal for a period to be specified in the Gateway Determination, and in accordance with the community consultation requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000.

8. A further report be presented to Council following the public exhibition.

In accordance with Section 375A of the Local Government Act 1993, a DIVISION was then called with the following result:

For	Against
Councillor Kath Presdee	Councillor Marcus Cornish
Councillor Robin Cook
Councillor Greg Davies
Councillor Todd Carney
Councillor Aaron Duke
Councillor Karen McKeown OAM
Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM
Councillor Ross Fowler OAM
Councillor Jim Aitken OAM
Councillor Mark Davies
Councillor Brian Cartwright
Councillor Bernard Bratusa
Councillor John Thain

1 Report and Recommendations of the Policy Review Committee Meeting held on 4 June 2018 - Item 2 - Orchard Hills North Planning Proposal (Accelerated Housing Delivery Program site)

139 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kath Presdee seconded Councillor Greg Davies

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Orchard Hills North Planning Proposal (Accelerated Housing Delivery Program site) be received.

2. Council endorses the Planning Proposal (provided under separate cover and tabled tonight), which is subject to further changes as referred to in resolution 5.

3. Council officers forward the Planning Proposal to the Minister for Planning with a request to issue a Gateway Determination. The submission will include a request to issue Council with Delegation for plan making authority.

4. A report be presented to Council following receipt of the Gateway Determination seeking resolution to publicly exhibit a Development Control Plan and Contributions Plan with the Planning Proposal.

5. The General Manager be granted delegation to make any necessary changes to the Planning Proposal referred to in resolution 2:

a. prior to Council's submission of the Planning Proposal to the Minister for Planning, which will include the resolution of the proposed playing field configuration and provision, and the preparation of proposed LEP 2010 map tiles.

b. as a result of negotiated changes sought by DPE in the lead up to the Gateway Determination.

c. prior to public exhibition in response to the conditions of the Gateway Determination or negotiations public authorities and other stakeholders.

In accordance with Section 375A of the Local Government Act 1993, a DIVISION was then called with the following result:

For	Against
Councillor Kath Presdee	Councillor Marcus Cornish
Councillor Robin Cook
Councillor Greg Davies
Councillor Todd Carney
Councillor Aaron Duke
Councillor Karen McKeown OAM
Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM
Councillor Ross Fowler OAM
Councillor Jim Aitken OAM
Councillor Mark Davies
Councillor Brian Cartwright
Councillor Bernard Bratusa
Councillor John Thain

1 Report and Recommendations of the Policy Review Committee Meeting held on 4 June 2018 - Item 3 - Reclassification of Council owned land at 11-13 Chesham Street, St Marys

140 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kath Presdee seconded Councillor Greg Davies

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Reclassification of Council owned land at 11-13 Chesham Street, St Marys be received

2. A Planning Proposal reclassifying public land at 11-13 Chesham Street, St Marys from Community land to Operational land be submitted to the Department of Planning and Environment seeking a Gateway Determination.

3. Consultation with the community and public agencies be undertaken in accordance with any Gateway Determination issued by the Department of Planning and Environment.

4. An independently chaired public hearing be held at least 21 days after the close of the public exhibition period.

5. A planning consultant be engaged to independently chair the public hearing.

6. A report be presented to Council on the submissions received during the public exhibition and the results of the public hearing.

In accordance with Section 375A of the Local Government Act 1993, a DIVISION was then called with the following result:

For	Against
Councillor Kath Presdee
Councillor Robin Cook
Councillor Greg Davies
Councillor Todd Carney
Councillor Aaron Duke
Councillor Karen McKeown OAM
Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM
Councillor Ross Fowler OAM
Councillor Jim Aitken OAM
Councillor Mark Davies
Councillor Brian Cartwright
Councillor Bernard Bratusa
Councillor Marcus Cornish
Councillor John Thain

DELIVERY PROGRAM REPORTS

Outcome 3 - We can get around the City

1 Australian Government Black Spot and Safer Roads Program - Funding Acceptance 2018-19 and 2019-20

141 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Marcus Cornish seconded Councillor Kath Presdee

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Australian Government Black Spot and Safer Roads Program - Funding Acceptance 2018-19 and 2019-20 be received.

2. Council acknowledge acceptance of grant funding of $735,000 offered for the five successful Black Spot and Safer Roads Projects shown in Tables 1 and 2 for the 2018/19 and 2019-20 financial year.

3. Council write to relevant State and Federal Members thanking them for their continued support of road safety improvements.

2 Australian Government Blackspot Program and NSW Safer Roads Program 2019/20 Nominations

142 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Marcus Cornish seconded Councillor Kath Presdee

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Australian Government Blackspot Program and NSW Safer Roads Program 2019/20 Nominations be received.

2. Council endorse the five projects listed in Table 1 of this report for funding application to the Roads and Maritime Services under the Australian Government Blackspot Program and NSW Safer Roads Program 2019/20.

3. The Roads and Maritime Services be requested to investigate traffic safety on roads under its jurisdiction at locations indicated in Table 2 of this report.

Outcome 4 - We have safe, vibrant places

3 North Penrith Community Centre Management Committee

143 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Aaron Duke

That:

1. The information contained in the report on North Penrith Community Centre Management Committee be received

2. The S355 North Penrith Community Centre Management Committee be formally dissolved.

6 Expression of Interest (EOI) Tender Reference 17/18-01 - Design and Construction of Soper Place Car Park, Penrith

144 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Aaron Duke

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Expression of Interest (EOI) Tender Reference 17/18-01 - Design and Construction of Soper Place Car Park, Penrith be received

2. Selective tenders be invited from the following companies for the Design & Construction of Soper Place Car Park:

· ADCO Construction

· Hindmarsh Construction

· Richard Crookes Construction

· St Hilliers Construction

· Taylor Construction Group

3. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Penrith be placed on all documentation if necessary.

Having previously declared a Non-Pecuniary Conflict of Interest – Less Than Significant in Item 7, Councillor Kath Presdee left the meeting, the time being 8:15pm.

7 Tender reference 17/18-30 Construction of Grey Gums Oval Amenities

145 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Aaron Duke

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Tender reference 17/18-30 Construction of Grey Gums Oval Amenities be received

2. Coverit Building Group Pty Ltd be awarded the Contract subject to the execution of a formal agreement for the Construction of Grey Gums Oval Amenities for an amount of $992,600.00 excluding GST.

3. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Penrith be placed on all documentation as necessary.

Councillor Kath Presdee returned to the meeting, the time being 8:17pm.

4 Weed Education and Non-Compliance Penalties

146 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM seconded Councillor Marcus Cornish

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Weed Education and Non-Compliance Penalties be received.

2. The Chairman and General Manager of the Hawkesbury River County Council be invited to brief Council on the implications of the Biosecurity Act of 2015 and the management of weeds across the City.

3. A copy of the weed information brochure be provided to all Council staff, in particular outdoor staff who are trained in weed eradication, so that they may readily recognise noxious weeds.

4. A copy of the weed information brochure be sent to Roads and Maritime Services (RMS), pointing out that the islands in Jordan Springs are infested with Apple of Sodom, and requesting RMS to instigate measures for controlling the growth of this noxious weed.

5. A copy of the weed information brochure be forwarded to the National Parks and Wildlife Service, and also to Local Members of Parliament so that they may pass the information on to their departments.

5 Triangle Park and High St Projects - Update

147 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Mark Davies seconded Councillor Karen McKeown OAM that the information contained in the report on Triangle Park and High St Projects - Update be received.

Procedural Motion

148 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM seconded Councillor Marcus Cornish that Item 11 – Adoption of Revised Community Plan, Delivery Program 2017-21 and 2018-19 Operational Plan be brought forward for consideration before the remainder of items on the agenda.

OUTCOME 7 – WE HAVE CONFIDENCE IN OUR COUNCIL

11 Adoption of Revised Community Plan, Delivery Program 2017-21 and 2018-19 Operational Plan

149 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Ross Fowler OAM

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Adoption of Revised Community Plan, Delivery Program 2017-21 and 2018-19 Operational Plan be received.

2. In accordance with the Local Government Act 1993 under section 405, Council adopt Council's Community Plan; Delivery Program 2017-21 and 2018-19 Operational Plan, including proposed changes outlined in this report, any amendments made at tonight’s meeting; and any additional minor corrections.

3. Council adopt the following to make the Rates and Charges for 2018-19:

a. Ordinary Rate: Council make its Residential, Business and Farmland rates for 2018-19 in accordance with Section 535 of the Local Government Act 1993 such rate to be as follows:

Category	Minimum Amount	Ad Valorem (cents in the dollar)
Residential	$1,059.35	0.362022
Farmland	$1,059.35	0.181011
Business	$1,277.25	0.644534
Business subcategory – Penrith CBD	$1,277.25	0.731541
Business subcategory – St Marys Town Centre	$1,277.25	0.990964

b. Stormwater Charges: Council make its Stormwater Management Service charge to be applied on all urban residential and urban business land as outlined in the report.

c. Domestic Waste Charges: Council make its Domestic Waste Service charge in accordance with Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993 and the 2018-19 Operational Plan and 2018-19 Fees & Charges.

d. Effluent Charges: Council make its annual charge for effluent removal services as outlined in the report and the 2018-19 Operational Plan and 2018-19 Fees & Charges.

e. Interest: Council make the interest charge of 7.5% per annum for 2018-19 as allowable under Section 566(3) of the Local Government Act 1993.

f. Pension Rebate: Council provide a voluntary rebate under Section 582 of the Local Government Act 1993 in addition to the mandatory pensioner rebate. The voluntary rebate will be equivalent to the annual stormwater charge applicable to the property, and include pro-rata calculations according to Sections 575 and 584 of the Local Government Act 1993.

4. Service of Rate Notices: The General Manager be and is hereby authorised, to prepare and serve Rates and Charges Notices for and on behalf of Council.

Councillors Marcus Cornish and Kevin Crameri OAM called for a DIVISION.

For	Against
Councillor Kath Presdee	Councillor Bernard Bratusa
Councillor Robin Cook	Councillor Marcus Cornish
Councillor Greg Davies	Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM
Councillor Todd Carney	Councillor Brian Cartwright
Councillor Aaron Duke
Councillor Karen McKeown OAM
Councillor Ross Fowler OAM
Councillor Jim Aitken OAM
Councillor Mark Davies
Councillor John Thain

Outcome 5 - We care about our environment

8 Works on private land and drainage works at 2 Mills Road, Londonderry

150 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kath Presdee seconded Councillor Aaron Duke

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Works on private land and drainage works at 2 Mills Road, Londonderry be received

2. Council agree to the sediment removal works being undertaken on private property at 2 Mills Road, Londonderry at no cost to the property owner.

3. The property owners be advised of Council’s resolution.

9 RFT17/18-07 (Waste and Resource Collection Services) and RFT 17/18-08 (Waste and Resource Processing/Disposal Services) Recommendation Report

Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM left the meeting, the time being 8:47pm.

Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM returned to the meeting, the time being 8:49pm.

151 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Ross Fowler OAM seconded Councillor Karen McKeown OAM

That:

1. The information contained in the report on RFT17/18-07 (Waste and Resource Collection Services) and RFT 17/18-08 (Waste and Resource Processing/Disposal Services) Recommendation Report be received.

2. Council accepts the combined non-conforming tender from SUEZ Recycling and Recovery Pty Ltd (ABN 70 002 902 650) for a ten (10) year term, subject to Contract finalisation to the satisfaction of the Chief Governance Officer and the General Manager and consistent with the comments of the Financial Services Manager within the report, for:

Non-conforming 1 and 2 in RFT17/18-07 Waste Collection Services (refer to Table 16 of the report and Non-conforming 1 in RFT17/18-08 Waste and Resource Processing/Disposal Services (refer to Table 16 of the report) with the following inclusions:

RFT17/18-07 Waste Collection Services

· include the supply and distribution of new bins as determined by the Waste & Resource Recovery Manager at the commencement of the contract on the payment schedule set out in the Tender - whereby the bins are paid for by Council over the contract term;

· with adjusted contract terms substantially in accordance with non-conforming 2 but as settled with Council’s solicitors;

· include the Civic, Council and other identified collection rates that include disposal rate;

· include the option for the collection of Bulky Clean Up Waste that includes the processing of this material.

RFT17/18-08 Waste and Resource Processing/Disposal Services

· with adjusted contract terms substantially in accordance with non-conforming 1 but as settled with Council solicitors;

· exclude the offer from SUEZ Recycling & Recovery Pty Ltd for organics processing services in Part C

3. Council declines to accept any tender for Part B of RFT17/18-08 Waste and Resource Processing/Disposal Services - Recycling Recovery Services.

Council in accordance with s.178 of the Local Government (General) Regulations 2005 not call fresh tender for the following reasons:

· Non-conformity

· Uncertainty in the marketplace

· Prices offered are beyond what Council would expect to pay over a long term

Negotiate with Visy Paper Pty Ltd, Polytrade Pty Ltd and SUEZ Recycling and Recovery Pty Ltd to achieve an acceptable commercial agreement for the recycling processing services (Part B). Such negotiation to be carried out in accordance with a Negotiation Agreement and a Negotiation Strategy. Those negotiations be over the subject matter of the tender. The result of such negotiations be reported to Council prior to acceptance. In the event that a satisfactory contract cannot be negotiated, the services be re-tendered for a shorter term.

4. Council accepts the tender from Australian Native Landscapes Pty Ltd (ABN 42 001 749 980) for Part C of RFT17/18-08 Waste and Resource Processing/Disposal Services for a ten (10) year term.

5. Council excludes the Effluent Collection Services from tender RFT17/18-07 Waste and Resource Recovery Collection.

Council in accordance with s.178 of the Local Government (General) Regulations 2005 not call fresh tender for the following reasons:

· Opportunities exist under the Regional Strategic Alliance and Hawkesbury City Council

· Negotiation with other tenderers is preferred to re-tendering, as a suitable contract is likely

· The ability to talk to other suppliers in the industry

Negotiate with Remondis Australia Pty Ltd, Hawkesbury City Council and smaller service providers determined by Waste & Resource Recovery Manager to achieve an acceptable commercial agreement for the Effluent Collection Services. Such negotiation to be carried out in accordance with a Negotiation Agreement and a Negotiation Strategy. Those negotiations be over the subject matter of the tender. The result of such negotiations be reported to Council prior to acceptance. In the event that a satisfactory contract cannot be negotiated, the services be re-tendered.

6. The General Manager be delegated authority to finalise the details of the resulting contracts with SUEZ Recycling and Recovery Pty Ltd, Australian Native Landscapes Pty Ltd and the contractor for the negotiated recycling processing services and/or the effluent collection services.

7. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Penrith be placed on all documentation as necessary.

8. Council notifies unsuccessful tenderers.

Councillor Marcus Cornish called for a DIVISION.

For	Against
Councillor Kath Presdee	Councillor Marcus Cornish
Councillor Robin Cook
Councillor Greg Davies
Councillor Todd Carney
Councillor Aaron Duke
Councillor Karen McKeown OAM
Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM
Councillor Ross Fowler OAM
Councillor Jim Aitken OAM
Councillor Mark Davies
Councillor Brian Cartwright
Councillor Bernard Bratusa
Councillor John Thain

Councillor Marcus Cornish left the meeting, the time being 9:07pm.

Outcome 6 - We are healthy and share strong community spirit

10 RFT17/18-26 for the supply, installation, testing and commissioning of sports field lighting at The Kingsway Rugby League Fields, St Marys

152 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Aaron Duke seconded Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM

That:

1. The information contained in the report on RFT17/18-26 for the supply, installation, testing and commissioning of sports field lighting at The Kingsway Rugby League Fields, St Marys be received

2. The proposal and lump sum price from Hix Group Pty Ltd T/A Hix Electrical & Data Services $99,380.13 be accepted for the supply, installation, testing and commissioning of Sportsfield Lighting at The Kingsway Rugby League Fields Stage 1, St Marys

3. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Penrith be placed on all documentation as necessary.

4. Council thank St Marys Rugby League Football Club for its contribution through a Community Building Partnership Grant.

Outcome 7 - We have confidence in our Council

12 Councillor Representation on Working Parties and Committees

Councillor Marcus Cornish returned to the meeting, the time being 9:09pm.

153 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Kath Presdee

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Councillor Representation on Working Parties and Committees be received

2. Council nominate Councillor Robin Cook to represent Council on the Access Committee for the remainder of this council term.

3. Council nominate Councillor Brian Cartwright to represent Council on the Heritage Advisory Committee for the remainder of this council term.

4. Council nominate Councillor Robin Cook to represent Council on the Multicultural Working Party for the remainder of this council term.

13 Easements to Epsilon Distribution Ministerial Holding Corporation (T/A Endeavour Energy) for Padmount Substations at 229 Caddens Road, Caddens known as Lot 754 DP1180111

154 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Mark Davies

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Easements to Epsilon Distribution Ministerial Holding Corporation (T/A Endeavour Energy) for Padmount Substations at 229 Caddens Road, Caddens known as Lot 754 DP1180111 be received.

2. Council grant the easements over 229 Caddens Road Caddens (Lot 754 DP1180111) to benefit Epsilon Distribution Ministerial Holding Corporation in accordance with the terms and conditions listed in this report.

3. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Penrith be placed on all necessary documentation.

14 2018-19 Borrowing Program

155 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Kath Presdee

That:

1. The information contained in the report on 2018-19 Borrowing Program be received

2. Council borrow the $1,400,000 to fund infrastructure assets.

3. The General Manager be granted delegated authority to negotiate the loans in accordance with this resolution.

4. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Penrith be affixed to those documents that are necessary to finalise these borrowings.

5. The final terms and conditions of the borrowings be reported to the Council upon completion of the loan contracts.

15 Summary of Investments & Banking for the period 1 May 2018 to 31 May 2018

156 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Kath Presdee

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Summary of Investments & Banking for the period 1 May 2018 to 31 May 2018 be received

2. The certificate of the Responsible Accounting Officer and Summary of Investments and Performance for the period 1 May 2018 to 31 May 2018 be noted and accepted.

3. The graphical investment analysis as at 31 May 2018 be noted.

REQUESTS FOR REPORTS AND MEMORANDUMS

Councillor Greg Davies left the meeting, the time being 9:10pm.

RR 1 Library Funding

Councillor Karen McKeown OAM requested a memo reply to all Councillors regarding the likely impact on Penrith City Council Libraries of the 10 per cent reduction to funding for libraries reported in the recent State Budget.

RR 2 Provision of Housing in Western Sydney

Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM requested a report to Council detailing how many houses Penrith City is expected to provide, and in which suburbs, as part of the Western Sydney housing quota.

RR 3 Village Cafe Project

Councillor Robin Cook requested a report to Council providing information on extending the program funding for the Village Café project beyond 2019 as this provides a valuable resource to the community.

RR 4 Erskine Park Road Upgrades

Councillor Todd Carney requested a memo reply to all Councillors providing an update on the progress of the upgrades to Erskine Park Road, including when the starting date is likely to be.

Councillor Greg Davies returned to the meeting, the time being 9:15pm.

RR 5 Mamre Road Upgrade

Councillor Todd Carney requested a memo reply to all Councillors providing an update on the Mamre Road upgrade, to include information as to why a left-hand turn only out of McIntyre Avenue has been provided and not a right-hand turn as well.

RR 6 Housing in Noise Contour areas surrounding the future Western Sydney Airport

Councillor Todd Carney requested a memo reply to all Councillors providing information as to what housing will be permissible within the noise contour area around the Western Sydney Airport site, and that Council officers write to the Minister for Planning seeking clarification of any changes as to what housing will be permissible and the impact this is likely to have on future housing in affected suburbs within the Penrith Local Government area.

RR 7 General Manager Extension

His Worship the Mayor, Councillor John Thain requested that a matter be referred to Committee of the Whole as the matter refers to personnel matters concerning particular individuals and discussion of the matter in open meeting would be, on balance, contrary to the public interest.

Committee of the Whole

157 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Brian Cartwright seconded Councillor Marcus Cornish that the meeting adjourn to the Committee of the Whole to deal with the following matters, the time being 9:18pm.

1 Presence of the Public

CW1 RESOLVED on the motion of Councillor Brian Cartwright seconded Councillor Marcus Cornish that the press and public be excluded from Committee of the Whole to deal with the following matters:

Outcome 1

2 Primary Application - Part Lot 10 Union Road Penrith (Union Road Carpark)

This item has been referred to Committee of the Whole as the report refers to information that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the Council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business and discussion of the matter in open meeting would be, on balance, contrary to the public interest.

3 General Manager Extension

The meeting resumed at 9:23pm and the General Manager reported that the Committee of the Whole met at 9:19pm on 25 June 2018, the following being present

and the Committee of the Whole excluded the press and public from the meeting for the reasons set out in CW1 and that the Committee of the Whole submitted the following recommendations to Council.

CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS

2 Primary Application - Part Lot 10 Union Road Penrith (Union Road Carpark)

RECOMMENDED on the MOTION of Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM seconded Councillor Robin Cook

CW2 That:

1. The information contained in the report on Primary Application - Part Lot 10 Union Road Penrith (Union Road Carpark) be received.

2. The subject land be classified as Operational under S 31 Local Government Act 1993 upon transfer to Council.

3. The Common Seal of the City of Penrith be placed on all necessary documentation.

3 General Manager Extension

RECOMMMDED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Marcus Cornish

CW3 That:

1. The information contained in the report on General Manager Extension be received.

2. Mr Alan Stoneham be offered a contract for the period of 2 July 2018 to 26 August 2018 under section 351 of the Local Government Act 1993 to fill the vacancy in the Office of the General Manager during that period.

3. Mr Alan Stoneham be offered a further two-week appointment to assist with the new General Manager’s orientation.

4. The Council note that Mr Warwick Winn will commence as General Manager on Monday 27 August 2018.

ADOPTION OF Committee of the Whole

158 RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Marcus Cornish that the recommendations contained in the Committee of the Whole and shown as CW1, CW2 and CW3 be adopted.

There being no further business the Chairperson declared the meeting closed the time being 9:26pm.

Ordinary Meeting 23 July 2018

REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE
Penrith Community Safety Partnership MEETING

HELD ON 6 June, 2018

PRESENT

Councillor Karen McKeown; Allison Kyriakakis, Penrith City Council; Brett McFadden, Nepean Police Area Command; Erin Davidson, Penrith City Council; Jeni Pollard, Penrith City Council; Ken Innes, Glenmore Park Residents Group; Olivia Kidon, Penrith City Council; Tracy Leahy, Penrith City Council; Gai Hawthorn, Penrith CBD Corporation; Helena Vea, Western Sydney University; Ian Bridges-Webb, Needle and Syringe Program; Monique Ready, Community Junction; Terry Frost, Nepean Police Area Command.

APOLOGIES

Daniel Wanja, Penrith Youth Interagency; Grant Healey, Nepean Police Area Command; Glenn Cooper, Western Sydney University; Julie Page, Needle and Syringe Program; Wayne Willmington, Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce; Brett Compton, Juvenile Justice, Jeremy Addison, School Infrastructure NSW.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - Penrith Community Safety Partnership Meeting – 7 March 2018

The minutes of the Penrith Community Safety Partnership Meeting of 7 March 2018 were confirmed.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Nil.

DELIVERY PROGRAM REPORTS

Outcome 4 - We have safe, vibrant places

1 Update on the delivery of Community Safety projects

Peppertree Reserve Youth Engagement Project, Erskine Park

Monique Ready from Community Junction provided a PowerPoint presentation on the Peppertree Reserve Youth Engagement Project.

The project has been funded by a grant from the NSW Department of Justice to assist in minimising antisocial behaviour and malicious damage in and around Peppertree Reserve. It concludes in June 2018.

Community Junction was engaged for a twelve (12) month period to deliver programs and activities for young people on Friday afternoons/evenings.

Monique reported on a number of positive outcomes that have been achieved as a result of the program, including the establishment of the ‘Erskine Park Youth Leadership Crew’, giving young people an opportunity to take a lead role in the delivery of local events and activities.

As a final celebration of the project, young people have been working with a professional artist to design and paint a mural that will be painted on the Erskine Park Community Hall. The mural will be launched with a celebration event in July 2018.

Jeni Pollard thanked Monique for her work in co-ordinating the project, and commended the Community Junction youth team and young people involved on the successful outcomes achieved.

Update on the development of the Community Safety Plan 2018 – 2022

Key themes from the draft Community Safety Plan 2018 - 2022 and were presented to a Councillor Briefing in early April and positive feedback was received.

Community Safety staff are now working through the approval process with Council’s Communications team to finalise the document before being placed on a 30 day public exhibition period. This will provide an opportunity for residents to provide feedback prior to formal presentation to Council. Pending Council adoption, the Plan will then be submitted to the NSW Department of Justice seeking endorsement as a Safer Community Compact, giving Council eligibility to apply for future rounds of NSW crime prevention funding.

Operation Bounce Back

Erin advised that Council was successful in receiving funding from the National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council (NMVTRC) again this year to deliver Operation Bounce Back.

This year the program will focus on raising community awareness on how to avoid becoming a victim of car theft and reducing the opportunity for offenders to target homes to access keys.

The key message ‘car security begins at home’ will be promoted through cinema adverting with a three (3) month campaign from May to July showing a 30 second film clip.

Additionally, Community Safety staff will be hosting four (4) community education ‘pop-up stalls’ at local shopping centres, with the support of Nepean Police.

Partnership members wishing to support the project or assist in promoting the campaign should contact Erin who can provide posters, brochures and resources for display.

Fencing Solutions in Cranebrook

Olivia advised that post and rail fencing treatments have recently been installed in a number open spaces in Cranebrook to deter trailbike/motorbike access. This has been in response to reports from Nepean Police and the local community. Signage has also been installed advising that trailbikes are not permitted.

Council is seeking support from Housing NSW to implement similar treatments in areas owned by Housing NSW.

Councillor Karen McKeown suggested that consideration be given to the use of sandstone blocks, similar to those that are used in parks as a solution.

Warner Graffiti Education Program

Olivia advised that the Graffiti Education Program still continues to be delivered to primary and secondary school students across the Local Government Area. A total of 17 sessions were delivered to 970 students in May 2018.

Positive Message Pilot Program in Thornton

Olivia provided an update on the Positive Message Pilot Program currently being delivered in Thornton.

Two (2) banners have been installed with the ‘We Play Here’ message and ‘We Live Here’ message. The Thornton residents will relocate these banners as needed. Flyers displaying the program messages were also printed and provided to the Residents Group to distribute via a letterbox drop.

Councillor Karen McKeown advised that there is a community BBQ at the end of the month and suggested we contact the NCNS Community Development Worker at Thornton for more information. Olivia advised that she has been working closely with them over the course of the project.

RECOMMENDED that the information contained in the report on Update on the delivery of Community Safety projects be received

REGUlar items

Nepean Police Area Command Update

Brett advised that following the amalgamation of Penrith and St Marys Police Local Area Commands, the domestic violence team comprises of seven (7) officers and has recently appointed a Sergeant to the team. The team is based at St Marys.

Brett also provided information around general trends. Spikes in criminal offences have been negated in the past six (6) months with turnaround times being reduced. This is due to a variety of factors including combined resources as a result of the restructure; increased capacity for first level intervention; and education programs such as Operation Bounce Back which increase awareness and change behaviours in the community, minimising opportunities for criminals.

Councillor Karen McKeown asked if Nepean Police Area Command is still in the top 2 for Domestic Violence related offences. Brett responded that it is.

Brett further noted that Nepean Police Area Command is better aligned with the Local Government Area to respond to Domestic Violence, where previously he was only responsible for a portion of the LGA, he now has responsibility for the whole LGA.

GENERAL BUSINESS

GB1 Successful Grant Applications

Department of Business - Safer Communities Fund, Round 2

Council recently received advice that we were successful in receiving $267,000 funding from the Department of Business under Round 2 of the Community Safety Fund for a capital works project, ‘Lights, Bollards, Activate’.

The project will fund the installation of custom designed bollards along designated pedestrian plaza areas on High Street that include integrated lighting. The bollards are designed to enhance the public space while providing hostile vehicle mitigation and protective measures for pedestrians.

The installation of the bollards will be delivered in conjunction with the High Street upgrades but will not delay delivery of the project. Installation of bollard footings will take place now during the manufacture and delivery process from Germany.

Allison Kyriakakis thanked Nepean Police and the Penrith CBD Corporation for their letters of support for the application.

Brett noted that if anyone requires letters of support for grant applications, please do not hesitate to contact him to discuss.

Tracy Leahy also thanked Nepean Police for providing a letter of support to the Nepean Domestic Violence Network. The Network submitted a Clubs NSW funding application to host the ‘Nepean Elder Abuse and Domestic & Family Violence Forum’. A number of local service providers and Brett provided letters of support which were submitted with the application.

NSW Department of Justice - NSW Community Safety Fund 2018

Advice has been received that the application submitted to the NSW Department of Justice under the NSW Community Safety Fund 2018 was also successful. Approximately $81,000 will be received to deliver the ‘Gen Connect: North St Marys Community Safety Project’ in the 2018/2019 financial year.

The project comprises of three (3) components: a community arts project to reduce graffiti and vandalism and promote positive perceptions of safety in the area; installation of lighting infrastructure in Parklawn Place and delivery of a mentoring program between younger and older residents to foster relationships and community connectedness.

GB2 NAIDOC

Tracy advised that NAIDOC Week celebrations will be held on Friday 13 July at Jamison Park, Penrith. Approximately 5,000 participants attend the event each year. If services would like to be a part of the day please contact Council’s Community and Cultural Development department. There will be lots of giveaways and information on the day.

GB3 Penrith CBD Concerns

Gai Hawthorn expressed some safety concerns that members of the CBD Corporation have experienced over the past few months, some of which were reported to Penrith police station with no immediate action.

Gai expressed her concern that there is limited Police presence in the Penrith CBD, especially High Street over recent months. Concerns for safety were also attributed to the presence of homeless people in Judges Place Car Park and Union Lane, and an increase in discarded needles and syringes in the area was also noted.

Gai asked Brett if any presence could be provided. Brett explained to Gai that if business owners feel there is an immediate threat of danger, call Triple Zero, 000. Operators assess the threat and can allocate resources. However, if it is a theft or incident that has happened in the past and just needs to be reported, the Police Assistance Line is available to receive the call and document the incident on 131 444.

Brett also noted that a number of officers are undergoing training for the bicycle team and presence should increase.

Gai advised that she regularly encourages businesses to report incidents, and with the support of Council has recently distributed a flyer with relevant emergency contacts to assist with reporting efforts.

GB 4 Boarding House Applications

Brett McFadden asked if Council could provide information on the number of boarding house development applications over the past 12 months. Police have noticed an increase in the number of DA referrals received for boarding houses and have raised some safety and CPTED concerns.

There being no further business the Chairperson declared the meeting closed the time being 4.15pm.

RECOMMENDATION

That the recommendations contained in the Report and Recommendations of the Penrith Community Safety Partnership meeting held on 6 June, 2018 be adopted.

Ordinary Meeting 23 July 2018

REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE
Access Committee MEETING

HELD ON 13 June, 2018

PRESENT

Councillor Todd Carney (Chair), David Currie, Farah Madon, Allan Windley, Anthony Mulholland, Dianne Brookes, Carole Grayson.

IN ATTENDANCE

Erich Weller – Community and Cultural Development Manager, Claire Galvin – Disability Inclusion Officer, Kathryn Saunders – Senior Development Assessment Planner, Paul Anzellotti – Senior Development Assessment Planner, Grahame Howe – Building Projects Coordinator, Craig Squires – Fire Safety Supervisor.

GUESTS

Belinda Berryman – Communications Lead - Nepean Hospital Redevelopment, Paul Isaac – Redevelopment Manager, Nepean Hospital Redevelopment.

Jia Fernandez - Senior Design Manager – Toga, Alex Black - Development Manager – Toga, David Nelson - Design Lead – Toga, Klaude Lania – Architect – SJB, Senan Mescall - Access Consultant - Mackenzie Group.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Leave of Absence was previously granted to Councillor Tricia Hitchen.

APOLOGIES

Apologies were accepted from Hans Meijer.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - Access Committee Meeting - 11 April 2018

The minutes of the Access Committee Meeting of 11 April 2018 were confirmed.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Farah Madon declared a Non-Pecuniary Conflict of Interest – Less Than Significant in Item 1 – Development Applications Referred to the Access Committee DA18/0264 at 634-638 High Street and 89-91 Union Road Penrith as she knows the access consultant on this project and has worked with him previously. Farah Madon has no involvement in this project.

DELIVERY PROGRAM REPORTS

Outcome 6 - We are healthy and share strong community spirit

3 Nepean Hospital Redevelopment information

Claire Galvin introduced the report and Belinda Berryman, Communications Lead, Nepean Hospital Redevelopment and Paul Isaac, Redevelopment Manager from Nepean Hospital.

Belinda Berryman gave a presentation on Nepean Hospital redevelopment. An initial allocation of $550 million towards the first stage of the upgrade to Nepean Hospital was announced in November 2016. A second announcement was made in March 2018 for an additional $450 million for stage two of the development.

Some of the features of the development include:

· A multi-storey carpark, currently under construction

· 18 extra birthing suites, an increase of 10

· A neonatal intensive care unit – people from greater western NSW travel to Nepean

· New community health services in St Marys and Penrith

· A new emergency department

· A new clinical services block

· Expanded Cancer Care centre

· A helipad on top of the first tower.

The second round of funding is to build tower 2 which is planned to house medical imaging and nuclear medicine, palliative care, rehabilitation services and cardiac and respiratory services.

It is envisaged that there will be a clear front entry to the new hospital building and more green space. Construction of tower 1 will commence in early 2019. Planning for stage 2 will correlate towers 1 and 2. All hospital designs meet disability access standards. There is clearer wayfinding in new hospitals with services and staff in separate corridors to patients.

Belinda Berryman advised that during construction the hospital will keep functioning and disruptions would be minimised. This includes changes for staff and parking. There will be pressure on carparking from mid-July this year. The redevelopment group is working closely with Council, the private hospital and the Local Health District to maximise parking opportunities.

The multistorey carpark will be completed in 2019 and a helipad constructed on top. The helipad will be moved to the top of tower 1 when that building is completed.

The child care centre will be moved from Somerset Street but the new centre will remain on the hospital campus. The new child care centre will be constructed before the current children’s centre is closed.

Paul Isaac advised that the new main entrance to the hospital will be off Somerset Street. Part of the current north block will be demolished but the west block will be mainly used for day clinics and out patients.

Issues discussed by the Committee included:

· Bus stops on Derby and Somerset Streets

· The possible widening of Somerset Street

· Pedestrian access to the new hospital building

· The current bus shelter being relocated

· Possible discussions with Transport NSW

· The possibility of the bus driving through the site to pick up and drop off people.

Belinda Berryman advised she would speak to Claire Galvin and place the Access Committee on their newsletter distribution list as well as provide flyers.

Councillor Carney asked that when the development has progressed further that a representative of Nepean Hospital Redevelopment come back to the Access Committee.

Belinda Berryman suggested that possibly early in 2019 with the planning for stage 2 would be a good time to come back to an Access Committee meeting. There will also be an arts project integrated into the building – something that makes people feel welcome in that space. Belinda Berryman would like to come back to hold a workshop and asked if Committee members would like to participate.

Councillor Carney thanked Belinda Berryman and Paul Isaac for their presentation.

RECOMMENDED

That the information contained in the report on Nepean Hospital Redevelopment information be received.

Belinda Berryman and Paul Isaac left the meeting at 5.44pm.

Outcome 2 - We plan for our future growth

1 Development Applications Referred to the Access Committee

DA18/0264 Demolition of existing structures at 634-638 High Street and 89-91 Union Road, Penrith and construction of part 12 storey and part 15 storey mixed use development including retail premises, 187 residential apartments, carparking, road construction, earthworks, drainage and landscaping

Kathryn Saunders spoke to the development application and advised that the proposed development site has frontage to High Street, John Tipping Grove and Union Road. The apartments would be across two towers with a retail component in tower 1 and commercial premises on the ground floor of tower 2. A public road is part of this development and the basement parking is accessed from Union Road. As well as basement carparking there is also parking on levels 1 and 2 of the development.

Kathryn Saunders advised that John Tipping Grove would have green space and the ground level would be raised to address the level difference across the site. A signalised intersection is also part of this development.

Kathryn Saunders advised that there are adaptable two bedroom apartments across all levels in both buildings.

Issues discussed by the Committee included:

· Access from the ramp at the front of the building on Union Road

· The access points from High Street being stepped

· Installation of a crossing on High Street

· Emergency evacuation and concern regarding the size of the platform in the stairwells

· Accessible carparking spaces.

The guest speakers - Jia Fernandez, Alex Black, David Nelson, Klaude Lania, and Senan Mescall arrived at 6.12pm.

Alex Black introduced the other guests and then handed over to Klaude Lania. Klaude Lania gave an overview of stage 1 of the development and described the future design for the entire site.

It is proposed that a substantial public domain be established with a large open space area. The ground level will be raised, a new side through link be made from High Street to Union Road and pedestrian connection provided to where John Tipping Road currently sits. The arrival point to the development would be from Union Road to building one, through stairs and accessible ramp from the covered concourse to the lobby.

Klaude Lania advised that in the future the main pathway will be from John Tipping Road and all pavement would be on the same grade. There will be grade access from both buildings to the communal open space.

Issues discussed by the Committee included:

· Concern regarding the accessible entry being a distance away from the main entrance to the building – this would affect people with wheelchairs and people with other mobility issues

· Provision of lawns for guide dogs

· Audio announcements in lifts

· Paving as per Council’s technical manual

· The size of platforms inside fire evacuation stairwells

· The number of steps leading down on the western side of the concourse

· Provision of seating.

Councillor Carney thanked the guests for coming to the meeting.

Jia Fernandez, Alex Black, David Nelson, Klaude Lania, and Senan Mescall left the meeting at 6.46pm.

DA18/0339 Alterations and additions to Penrith Homemaker Centre Mulgoa Road

Paul Anzellotti spoke to the development application for alterations and additions to Penrith Homemaker Centre (Domayne building), realignment of Wolseley Street and roundabout and associated carparking and site works.

The proposal involves expanding the ground floor extension within the existing Domayne building undercroft and taking over the covered carparking area. The existing carparking would be reconfigured with an increase of 68 spaces. Wolseley Street would be realigned and the roundabout repositioned. The existing 11 carparking spaces on Mulgoa Road would be maintained.

An additional escalator will be provided and the existing lift is currently located next door to the café.

Three accessible carparking spaces will be provided in this location. Overall the accessible carpark spaces will be reduced to 34, which is a reduction of five. The plans lack detail as to the location of the accessible carparking spaces.

Issues discussed by the Committee included:

· Pedestrian access to the Homemaker Centre

· A second lift being provided at the main entrance to the facility

· Signage for the changed traffic conditions

· Changes to Mulgoa Road by the RMS

· Pedestrian or bus access to and from the site while construction is underway

· An Access Report be requested for this development application

· The accessible toilet should be located next to the bank of toilets

· An ambulant toilet facility is required

· Public transport to the Homemaker Centre

· Provision of a footpath and entrance to the centre from Mulgoa Road

· Changes to Mulgoa Road to be taken into consideration.

Paul Anzellotti advised that additional information was being requested regarding details in terms of pedestrian links. A traffic management plan will also be sought before a construction certificate is issued.

Paul Anzellotti said he would take on board regarding the pedestrian access issue. If Wolseley Street is closed for a period of time a second access to the Homemaker Centre will be retained through Pattys Place.

Paul Anzellotti confirmed that he would seek clarification with deficiencies with the plans regarding the building and carpark. Wayfinding diagrams also to be provided within the carpark and detail and clarification on how the centre will continue to function during the construction phase.

Councillor Carney thanked Paul Anzellotti and asked that the development application be brought back to the Committee at a later stage.

DA18/0340 Staged Concept Proposal for Community Facility, Conference Centre, Exhibition Centre, Hotel, Retail Premises and Serviced Apartments and Associated Parking, Panthers Rugby League Club, 83 Mulgoa Road

Kathryn Saunders presented the proposal for works on the at grade carparking outside the Panthers building on Mulgoa Road. This proposal takes into consideration the RMS widening of Mulgoa Road.

The development application is for a concept proposal for a six storey serviced apartment building, at grade green space, a six storey hotel building with a conference centre, a community centre and for basement shared parking underneath.

Stage 1 is for the Western Sydney Community and Conference Centre levels 1 and 2 beneath the hotel. A separate DA will be lodged to construct the hotel. There is funding for the community centre so it has to be a separate application, though the intention is to construct it all together.

The proposal is for a two storey exhibition hall and community centre. As part of stage 1 the basement carpark will be constructed in two parts. When the first stage is open the public areas such as grassed areas, paving and bench seating will be constructed.

A more detailed set of plans has been requested as regards access matters - who intends to use those spaces and what will go in there. There are ramps and lifts at each end of the basement carparking.

Issues discussed by the Committee included:

· Concerns regarding people travelling from the football grounds to the Panthers building.

· The direct link to the club from the new multideck carpark.

· Request that outside railings be made of a material which doesn’t heat up too much.

· Accessible parking next to the lifts.

· Circular stairways being narrow on one side of the tread and wider on the other side of the tread being a trip hazard.

· The parents room should not be in the accessible toilet.

· Opportunity to have a changing places facility in addition to the accessible facilities.

· Consideration of the head height and branches when choosing plants as often low branches are a hazard.

RECOMMENDED

That the information contained in the report on Development Applications Referred to the Access Committee be received.

Outcome 6 - We are healthy and share strong community spirit

2 Access Committee - Revised Terms of Reference

Claire Galvin advised that a report was presented to Council’s Ordinary Council meeting on 30 April and it was endorsed the community membership term be extended from two years to four years. This will then align with the Councillor term and also give members a longer time on the Committee.

It was advised that a letter would be sent to community members in the next few weeks to formally give them notice of the extension of their term on Council’s Access Committee. The community member term will now finish in August 2020.

RECOMMENDED

That the information contained in the report on Access Committee - Revised Terms of Reference be received.

Kathryn Saunders left the meeting at 7.32pm.

GENERAL BUSINESS

GB 1 Path Networks

Carole Grayson enquired about Council’s strategy in regard to path networks. She referred to the Active Travel Program which is run with Victorian school children who are encouraged to walk.

Erich Weller suggested receiving a report from Council’s Asset Department regarding the construction program of shared pathways and footpaths.

Councillor Carney advised Committee members that if there is something they see as an issue to raise it and he can take it back to Council.

GB 2 Pedestrian Crossings

Anthony Mulholland advised there the tactiles are falling apart on some pedestrian crossings. It was also advised that High Street is difficult to cross near Subway.

GB 3 Dining Seating on Footpaths

Anthony Mulholland expressed concern regarding shops placing chairs too far out on footpaths making it difficult for people to walk past. Claire Galvin said this would be addressed in a report on street dining.

GB 4 Free Shuttle Bus

Dianne Brookes spoke about the free shuttle bus which used to run from Penrith to Panthers and advised that Blacktown runs a free bus.

Councillor Carney advised that initially the shuttle bus was paid for by the State Government. Erich Weller also said that patronage levels affected the continuation of the shuttle bus.

GB 5 Penrith Railway Station

Farah Madon advised that she had passed on the Access Committee’s comments regarding the upgrades to Penrith Railway Station to Peta Margrie from Transport for NSW and was informed they would contact Penrith Council next time there is a large project in Penrith.

GB 6 Inclusive Play Spaces

Farah Madon advised that all the workshop groups for the Inclusive Play Spaces initiative are now completed. The final document will be released very soon and Farah Madon will provide Access Committee members with a copy.

There being no further business the Chairperson declared the meeting closed the time being 7.40pm.

RECOMMENDATION

That the recommendations contained in the Report and Recommendations of the Access Committee meeting held on 13 June, 2018 be adopted.

Ordinary Meeting 23 July 2018

REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE
Local Traffic Committee MEETING

HELD ON 2 July, 2018

PRESENT

Wayne Mitchell – Executive Manager Environment and City Development (Chair), Laura van Putten – Roads and Maritime Services (RMS).

IN ATTENDANCE

Steve Grady – Busways, Michael Alderton – Acting Engineering Services Manager, David Drozd – Traffic Engineering Coordinator, Graham Green – Senior Traffic Engineer, Daniel Davidson – Senior Traffic Engineer, Ruth Byrnes – Senior Traffic Officer, Catherine Waerner – Road Safety Officer, Noel Fuller – Ranger & Animal Services Coordinator, Bernie Meier – Signs and Linemarking Officer.

APOLOGIES

Deputy Mayor, Councillor Tricia Hitchen (Representative for the Member for Penrith), Councillor Aaron Duke (Representative for the Member for Londonderry), Councillor Karen McKeown OAM (Council Representative), Councillor Marcus Cornish, Senior Constable Stephen Page – Nepean PAC (Police Area Command) Nick Veljanovski – Transit Systems, Jodie Mallia - Comfort Delgro Cabcharge NSW (Blue Mountains Transit), Adam Wilkinson – Engineering Services Manager, Stephen Pham – Trainee Engineer.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - Local Traffic Committee Meeting - 7 May 2018

The minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting of 7 May 2018 were confirmed, subject to a copy of the minutes being circulated to LTC members.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

NIL.

DELIVERY PROGRAM REPORTS

Outcome 3 - We can get around the City

1 Grady Crescent, Erskine Park - Endorsement of Signage and Line Marking Plan

RECOMMENDED

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Grady Crescent, Erskine Park - Endorsement of Signage and Line Marking Plan be received.

2. The “No Stopping” zone signage and double barrier line marking on Grady Crescent, Erskine Park in the plans by consultants Cardno (Drawing Number 80217033-03-CC-1701, Revision 9, dated 20 April 2018) be endorsed for implementation, as shown in Appendix 1.

3. All associated signage and line marking be installed in accordance with Australian Standards.

4. All costs associated with the installation of the signage and line marking be funded by the applicant.

5. The development applicant be advised of Council’s resolution.

2 Olympus Drive, St Clair - Proposed Signage and Line Marking

Noel Fuller - Ranger & Animal Services Coordinator requested that he be advised when the proposed ‘No Stopping’ signs have been installed on Olympus Drive, St Clair.

RECOMMENDED

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Olympus Drive, St Clair - Proposed Signage and Line Marking be received.

2. Consultation be undertaken with affected residents regarding the proposed centreline marking and ‘No Stopping’ zones on Olympus Drive, St Clair as shown in Appendix 1.

3. Subject to no substantial objections being received, double barrier centreline marking be installed on Olympus Drive outside properties 14, 15 and 17 as shown in Appendix 1.

4. ‘No Stopping’ zones be installed on both sides of Olympus Drive to a point 6 metres from the end of the centrelines as shown in Appendix 1.

5. Council’s Rangers, Banks Public School and parents and carers be advised of Council’s resolution.

3 Traffic Facilities Programs 2018-19

RECOMMENDED

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Traffic Facilities Programs 2018-19 be received.

2. Projects listed in Table 2 “Projects Proposed for Construction – Major Traffic Facilities 2018/19” be forwarded to Council’s Design Co-ordinator to finalise design and construction estimates, with a Design Endorsement Report for each project submitted to the Local Traffic Committee as these are finalised.

3. Projects listed in Table 3 “Projects Proposed for Construction – Urgent LTC Budget 2018/19” be forwarded to Council’s Design Co-ordinator to finalise design and construction estimates, with a Design Endorsement Report for each project submitted to the Local Traffic Committee as these are finalised.

4. If the detailed cost estimates for projects are higher than listed in Table 2 and 3, the lower ranked projects be deferred to future programs.

4 Sydney Street, Oxley Park - Proposal to add a 'Children's Crossing' to an Existing Pedestrian Facility

Laura van Putten of RMS raised concerns about the proposed combined ‘Children’s Crossing’ and associated holding lines creating greater confusion for drivers at the crossing on Sydney Street, Oxley Park. Laura van Putten suggested that other treatment options be considered such as relocating the crossing further north on Sydney Street or installing pedestrian fencing to direct pedestrians to the crossing.

Council Officers advised of site limitations and discussed possible options to improve driver and pedestrian safety at the crossing.

Wayne Mitchell - Executive Manager Environment and City Development (Chair) suggested that the matter be deferred to a future LTC meeting.

RECOMMENDED

That:

1. The report be deferred and Council’s Traffic Officers be requested to investigate the RMS’ concerns as described above.

2. A report be prepared and presented back to a future Local Traffic Committee Meeting.

5 Bija Drive, Glenmore Park - Proposed 'No Stopping' and 'Bus Zone' Signage

Steve Grady of Busways advised of instances where buses were not able to turn from The Lakes Drive onto Bija Drive, Glenmore Park due to parked vehicles on Bija Drive narrowing the carriageway.

Council Officers discussed the benefits of positioning the Bus Zone fronting No. 8 Bija Drive, Glenmore Park and advised that this is the preferred location.

RECOMMENDED

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Bija Drive, Glenmore Park - Proposed 'No Stopping' and 'Bus Zone' Signage be received.

2. Consultation be undertaken with affected properties regarding the proposed ‘No Stopping’ and ‘Bus Zone’ signage as shown in Appendix 1.

3. Subject to no substantial objections being received, the ‘No Stopping’ zones on Bija Drive at The Lakes Drive be extended from 10 metres to 23 metres in length.

4. A Bus Zone of 25 metres be installed on Bija Drive from 1 metre south of the driveway of No. 10 Bija Drive to 1 metre north of the driveway of No. 8 Bija Drive.

5. Busways, the Medical Centre, and Glenmore Park Public School be informed of Council’s resolution.

6 Tent Street, Kingswood - Proposed Parking Signage

Laura van Putten of RMS enquired about making the proposed timed ‘No Parking 8am – 9:30am and 2:30pm – 4pm school days’ to full-time ‘No Parking’ instead.

Catherine Waerner – Road Safety Officer advised that consultation was undertaken with the affected properties in the Tent Street cul-de-sac and the residents were supportive of the proposed timed ‘No Parking’ restrictions in the cul-de-sac, rather than full-time ‘No Parking’ restrictions.

RECOMMENDED

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Tent Street, Kingswood - Proposed Parking Signage be received.

2. ‘No Stopping’ zone signs be installed at 10 metres from the corner on both corners of the intersection of Tent Street, Kingswood South, with the Tent Street cul-de-sac as shown in Appendix 1.

3. ‘No Parking 8.00am – 9.30am 2.30pm – 4.00pm school days’ be installed within the Tent Street cul-de-sac as shown in Appendix 1 for a trial period of 6 months, to be reviewed after this time.

4. Affected residents be informed and the Principal of Kingswood South Public School be informed and be requested to inform parents/ carers about the proposed parking changes.

GENERAL BUSINESS

GB 1 Andrews Road and Greygums Road, Cranebrook - Proposed Roundabout

David Drozd – Traffic Engineering Coordinator presented to the Committee Design Plan AA49 dated June 2018 for the proposed construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Andrews Road and Greygums Road, Cranebrook.

RECOMMENDED

That:

1. The information contained in General Business Item 1 on Andrews Road and Greygums Road, Cranebrook – Proposed Roundabout be received.

2. Consultation be undertaken with affected properties regarding the proposed construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Andrews Road and Greygums Road, Cranebrook shown in Design Plan AA49 dated June 2018.

3. Subject to no substantial objections being received, the proposed roundabout be constructed at the intersection of Andrews Road and Greygums Road, Cranebrook.

4. A street lighting assessment be conducted in accordance with Council’s Public Domain Lighting Policy (August 2004) to ensure compliance with the relevant lighting category.

GB 2 York Road and Ikin Street, Jamisontown - Proposed Roundabout

David Drozd – Traffic Engineering Coordinator presented to the Committee Design Plan AY017 dated June 2018 for the proposed construction of a roundabout at the intersection of York Road and Ikin Street, Jamisontown.

Laura van Putten of RMS raised concerns about cyclist safety at this intersection, particularly at the kerb blister island at the north eastern leg of the proposed roundabout potentially forcing cyclists to merge into the travel lane with traffic.

Council Officers discussed the treatments options to address cyclists safety at the proposed roundabout and it was suggested to extend the edge line on the north eastern leg to the tip of the roundabout at the holding line. This will allow for a separate travel lane for vehicles and cyclists and cyclists will then be required to merge into the single travel lane once in the roundabout.

RECOMMENDED

That:

1. The information containing in General Business Item 2 on York Road and Ikin Street, Jamisontown – Propose Roundabout be received.

2. Consultation be undertaken with affected properties and Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) regarding the proposed construction of a roundabout at the intersection of York Road and Ikin Street, Jamisontown shown in Design Plan AY017 dated June 2018. .

3. Subject to no substantial objections being received, the proposed roundabout be constructed at the intersection of York Road and Ikin Street, Jamisontown.

4. A street lighting assessment be conducted in accordance with Council’s Public Domain Lighting Policy (August 2004) to ensure compliance with the relevant lighting category.

GB 3 Jordan Springs East - Responsibility of Roads

Steve Grady of Busways requested advice regarding the existing roads in Jordan Springs East. Busways is investigating the extension of Jordan Springs services into Jordan Springs East and would like information on Council’s road hierarchy to plan for these services.

Wayne Mitchell – Executive Manager Environment and City Development (Chair) highlighted the importance of Busways undertaking the investigation into Bus Stop locations in Jordan Springs East Precinct as soon as possible, in order for future residents to be aware if they are purchasing a parcel of land with a Bus Stop fronting the property.

Michael Alderton – Acting Engineering Services Manager advised that he or another staff member would be able to go on-site with Steve Grady and review possible locations for designated Bus Stops.

Busways will contact Council’s Development Engineering Section directly to arrange a site inspection.

RECOMMENDED

That the Committee note the information.

There being no further business the Chairperson declared the meeting closed the time being 10:20am.

RECOMMENDATION

That the recommendations contained in the Report and Recommendations of the Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 2 July, 2018 be adopted.

Ordinary Meeting 23 July 2018

Tender Reference 17/18-28 - Construction of the Erskine Park Road Upgrades

Compiled by: Matthew Buckley, Major Projects Coordinator

Wasique Mohyuddin, Acting Design and Projects Manager

Authorised by: Michael Jackson, City Assets Transition Manager

Outcome	We can get around the City
Strategy	Provide a safe and efficient road and pathway network
Service Activity	Manage the delivery of Council's major transport infrastructure projects

Executive Summary

Tender Reference 17/18-28 for the Construction of the Erskine Park Road Upgrades was advertised in the Western Weekender on 19 May 2018 and Sydney Morning Herald on 24 May 2018. The tender closed on 21 June 2018.

This report advises Council of the outcome of the tender process and recommends that the tender from Burton Contractors Pty Ltd be accepted for the full scope of works outlined in RFT 17/18-28 Construction of the Erskine Park Road Upgrades Project, for a total amount of $22,405,229 (excluding GST).

Background

The Australian Government is funding a $200 million Local Roads Package (LRP) as part of the Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan (WSIP). Funding has been allocated for Council to upgrade four intersections along Erskine Park Road to improve road safety and traffic flow efficiency. Other WSIP projects include the upgrade of The Northern Road Intersections at Derby St and the Great Western Highway, as well as a previously constructed roundabout at Bringelly Road and Caddens Road intersection in Kingswood.

The works to be performed under RFT 17/18-28 Construction of the Erskine Park Road Upgrades includes: -

· New Traffic signals installed at Explorers Way and Erskine Park Road intersection.

· New Traffic signals installed at Bennett Road and Erskine Park Road intersection.

· Upgrade Coonawarra Drive and Erskine Park Road to a ‘seagull’ intersection.

· Upgrade Peppertree Drive and Erskine Park Road to a ‘seagull’ intersection.

· Upgrade Erskine Park Road to median separated dual carriageway (two lanes in each direction) between Coonawarra Drive and Bennett Road.

· A new shared user path between Coonawarra Drive and Illawarra Drive.

· A new shared user path between Swallow Drive and Coonawarra Drive (Separable portion of works).

Tender Evaluation Process

The Tender Evaluation Committee consisted of Matthew Buckley (Major Projects Coordinator), Wasique Mohyuddin (Major Projects Coordinator), Ari Fernando (Major Projects & Design Coordinator), Regina Lau (Projects Officer, Roads and Maritime Services) and was chaired by Michael Jackson (Design and Projects Manager). The Tender Evaluation Committee was supported by Allyce Langton (Supply Officer) and the probity advisor was Glenn McCarthy (Governance Manager).

As a condition of funding, all tenderers were required to hold current accreditation under federal workplace & construction schemes and hold the relevant RMS accreditations for this type and scale of works.

The evaluation criteria advertised and used in assessing the tenders received included the following:

· Work Health & Safety

· Demonstrated Ability

· Business References

· Works Method and Program

· Financials

· Employment Policies (Apprenticeships)

· Quality Assurance and Environmental Management Systems

Initial Tender Review

A full listing of the tenders received is detailed below in price order (ex GST).

Company	Tendered Price	Company Location	Directors
Burton Contractors Pty Ltd	$22,405,229	Homebush NSW 2140	Paul Burton Chris Burton
State Asphalt Services Pty Ltd	$24,064,495	Prestons NSW 2170	George Kypreos John Watkins Wilson
Haslin Constructions Pty Ltd	$24,213,642	Sutherland NSW 2232	Colin Woods
Ertech Pty Ltd	$26,944,321	Pyrmont NSW 2009	James Patrick Giumelli Alec Courts Gavin Robert Miller James Robert (Jim) Giumelli Michael Robert Unger
York Civil Pty Ltd	$28,031,037	Regency Park SA 5942	Ian Stanley Tarbotton Domenico Marc Vieceli

The tenders submitted by ‘Ertech Pty Ltd’ and ‘York Civil Pty Ltd’ were significantly higher than other tenders and exceeded available budget. The Committee determined there was no advantage to give further consideration to these tenders.

The remaining three tenders from ‘Burton Contractors Pty Ltd’,’ State Asphalt Services Pty Ltd’ and ‘Haslin Constructions Pty Ltd’ were evaluated in detail against the weighted evaluation criteria to determine an effectiveness rating. Consideration was then given to the tenderer’s price schedules to determine the best value for money solution with competency in technical aspects of the tender.

Evaluation of the Preferred Tender

The tender received from Burton Contractors Pty Ltd was considered by the Tender Evaluation Committee to be providing the highest value for money compared to the next on the ranking list in terms of both effectiveness and price.

The recommended company, Burton Contractors Pty Ltd, was selected based on their:

1) Compliance with the tender evaluation criteria,

2) Demonstrated ability to meet Council’s requirements; and

3) Competitive price for the services offered.

4) Compliance with accreditation and prequalification requirements.

The Tender Evaluation Committee thoroughly reviewed the information provided pertaining to past experience of the proposed tenderer and conducted reference checks.

Clarifications were requested from Burton Contractors Pty Ltd prior to finalising the committee’s recommendation. These clarifications are factored into the tender evaluation and do not represent a risk to project budget.

Burton Contractors Pty Ltd is based in Western Sydney and has delivered numerous projects of similar nature and value on behalf of RMS (Roads and Maritime Services) and other Local Councils. Council’s Project Management team is satisfied with their performance in relation to community, safety and environmental management and reference checks have also returned positive feedback.

Financial Services Manager’s Comment

Included in the assessment of tenders was the commissioning of independent reference checks, industry analysis, financial analysis, and performance analysis on Burton Contractors Pty Ltd. These checks were completed by Corporate Scorecard Pty Ltd and have been reviewed by Financial Services. Any concerns that were raised as to the ability of Burton Contractors Pty Ltd to perform the works described have been addressed.

The total tendered price by Burton Contractors Pty Ltd of $22,405,229 (excluding GST) is within the available budget

Tender Advisory Group (TAG) Comment

The Tender Advisory Group’s objective is to support the Council to achieve fair and equitable tender processes. The TAG, consisting of the Executive Manager City Assets, Brian Steffen; Financial Services Manager, Neil Farquharson; and Governance Manager, Glenn McCarthy, met to consider the report and recommendations in relation to the tender for the Construction of the Erskine Park Road Upgrades. The TAG noted that the upgrade works are funded by the Australian Government on a State Road, requiring the contractor to meet strict prequalification requirements. It was also noted that the recommended contractor submitted the lowest cost proposal and has the demonstrated ability to successfully undertake the upgrade work. The TAG reviewed the evaluation process outlined within the report and is satisfied that the selection criteria have been correctly applied in making the recommendations.

Conclusion

The Tender Evaluation Committee is of the opinion that Burton Contractors Pty Ltd provided the most advantageous tender and it is recommended that the Company be awarded the contract for a contract sum of $22,405,229 excluding GST.

RECOMMENDATION

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Tender Reference 17/18-28 - Construction of the Erskine Park Road Upgrades be received.

2. Burton Contractors Pty Ltd be awarded the Contract subject to the execution of a formal agreement for the Construction of the Erskine Park Road Upgrades, for an amount of $22,405,229 excluding GST.

3. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Penrith be placed on all documentation if necessary.

ATTACHMENTS/APPENDICES

There are no attachments for this report.

Ordinary Meeting 23 July 2018

Tender Reference 17/18-27 - Construction of Commercial Kitchen at Penrith Regional Gallery

Compiled by: Rosemarie Canales, Acting Design & Projects Manager

Authorised by: Michael Jackson, Design and Projects Manager

Outcome	We have safe, vibrant places
Strategy	Make our public places safe and attractive
Service Activity	Provide designs and plans for Council's buildings

Executive Summary

Tender reference 17/18-27 Construction of Commercial Kitchen at Penrith Regional Gallery, was advertised in the Western Weekender on 7 June 2018 and Sydney Morning Herald on 12 June 2018. The tender closed on 4 July 2018.

This report advises Council of the outcome of the tender process and recommends that the tender from Beacon Building Services Pty Ltd be accepted for the scope of works outlined in RFT17/18-27 Commercial Kitchen at Penrith Regional Gallery, for a total amount of $360,242.28 (excluding GST).

Background

Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest is operated by Penrith Performing & Visual Arts on behalf of Penrith City Council. The site also houses Lewers Café which is an integrated element of the Gallery. The Café has seen increased patronage over the years. The success of the Café has necessitated the need for growth. Currently food preparation for the Café is carried out from the kitchen of Ancher House, a local heritage item.

The new kitchen will permit the Café to operate from a modern commercial facility whilst providing the opportunity for the Ancher House kitchen to be restored.

Tender Evaluation Process

The Tender Evaluation Committee consisted of Rosemarie Canales - Architectural Supervisor, Kumar Rethnasamy - Project Co-ordinator, Ari Fernando – Major projects and Design Co-ordinator, and chaired by Michael Jackson - Design and Projects Manager.

Allyce Langton from Council’s Procurement team performed the role of tender administration and probity for this tender.

The evaluation criteria advertised and used in assessing the tenders received included the following:

· Business References

· Demonstrated Ability

· Works Method and Program

· Financials

· Employment Policies (Apprenticeships)

· Quality Assurance Systems

· Environmental Management Systems

Initial Tender Review

A full listing of the tenders received is detailed below in price order (ex GST).

Company	Tendered Price	Company Location	Directors
Integral Building Group	$122,827.65	Sydney, NSW	March Bachir
Beacon Building Services Pty Ltd	$360,242.28	Parramatta NSW	Jarrod Sanfilippo
Anset JET	$386,567.27	Bankstown NSW	Van Tran
OZZ projects	$421,468.31	Sydney, NSW	Garth Graydon

All tenders were considered for assessment and were included for evaluation using Apet360 software to provide a ranking for conformance with the evaluation criteria.

Evaluation of the Preferred Tender

Following an initial assessment, the tender from Beacon Building Services Pty Ltd was considered by the Tender Evaluation Committee to provide the highest value for money compared to the next on the ranking list in terms of effectiveness and price.

The lowest price tender from Integral Building Group ranked poorly in the evaluation criteria and the pricing breakdown was not a realistic cost for the project.

The recommended company, Beacon Building Services Pty Ltd was selected based on their:

1) Compliance with the tender evaluation criteria,

2) Demonstrated ability to meet Council’s requirements; and

3) Competitive price for the services offered.

The Tender Evaluation Committee thoroughly reviewed the information provided pertaining to past experience of the proposed tenderer and conducted reference checks.

Recommended Tenderer

Beacon Building Services was established in 2014 and is part of the Burbank Group of Companies, which has been operating within the property industry since 1983.

Beacon Building Services specialise in providing a direct service to insurance and property management clients requiring emergency repairs, maintenance, renovation and extension works. Beacon Building Services has grown to employ over 50 people across Victoria, New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory.

Financial Services Manager’s Comment

Included in the assessment of tenders was the commissioning of independent reference checks, financial analysis, and performance analysis on Beacon Building Services Pty Ltd

These checks were completed by Corporate Scorecard Pty Ltd. Financial Services have reviewed the financial information provided by the tenderer and have not identified any reason why the contract should not be awarded. The report recommends acceptance of the tender by Beacon Building Services Pty Ltd, with sufficient funds being available.

Tender Advisory Group (TAG) Comment

The objective of the Tender Advisory Group (TAG) is to support the Council to achieve fair and equitable tender processes. The TAG, consisting of the Executive Manager City Assets, Brian Steffen; Financial Services Manager, Neil Farquharson; and Governance Manager, Glenn McCarthy were briefed by the Design & Projects team about the background and the process followed.

The TAG considered the recommendations in relation to the tender for the Commercial Kitchen at Penrith Regional Gallery, Emu Plains. The TAG noted that, while the recommended contractor’s proposal was not the lowest cost, their demonstrated experience in undertaking similar projects was considered to be a crucial non-price consideration. The TAG reviewed the evaluation process outlined within the report and is satisfied that the selection criteria have been correctly applied in making the recommendations.

Conclusion

The Tender Evaluation Committee is of the opinion that Beacon Building Services Pty Ltd provided the most advantageous tender and it is recommended that the Company be awarded the contract for a sum of $360,242.28 excluding GST.

RECOMMENDATION

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Tender Reference 17/18-27 - Construction of Commercial Kitchen at Penrith Regional Gallery be received

2. Beacon Building Services Pty Ltd be awarded the Contract subject to the execution of a formal agreement for the Construction of Commercial Kitchen at Penrith Regional Gallery for an amount of $360,242.28 excluding GST.

3. The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Penrith be placed on all documentation as necessary.

ATTACHMENTS/APPENDICES

There are no attachments for this report.

Ordinary Meeting 23 July 2018

Tender Reference 17/18-10 - Fire Services Maintenance and Regulatory Work

Compiled by: Joshua Martin-Lewis, Asset Co-ordinator

Authorised by: John Gordon, City Presentation Manager

Outcome	We have safe, vibrant places
Strategy	Make our public places safe and attractive
Service Activity	Maintain and renew Council's public buildings

Executive Summary

The purpose of this report advises Council on the outcome of the tender process for the procurement of Fire Service Maintenance and Regulatory Work and recommends that Council accepts tenders from the companies identified within the recommendation of this report, as a “Panel of Approved Contractors” for the provision of fire services for an initial period of three (3) years, with an option to extend for a further two (2) x one (1) year periods by mutual agreement, and subject to satisfactory performance.

Fire Service Maintenance and Regulatory Work includes fire extinguisher testing, fire hose reel testing, fire hydrant flow testing, fire blanket inspection, and emergency warning intercom system testing across 185 of Council’s buildings.

The tender for the provision of Fire Services RFT17/18-10 was advertised 30^th November 2017 in the Western Weekender, on the e-tendering and Apet360 websites and on 5^th December 2017 in the Sydney Morning Herald.

A total of 14 tender responses were received. An evaluation of the tenders by the Tender Evaluation Committee resulted in an initial short list of 4 tenderers.

Further evaluation of the shortlisted tenderers, including an assessment of Council’s expected service levels against the resourcing levels proposed by each of the tenderers, resulted in 3 Contractors being selected for Independent financial risk analysis and referee checks.

Based on this assessment, the Tender Evaluation Committee is recommending that the contract for Fire Services be awarded to Firetection (Hix Group Pty Ltd- t/a Hix Electrical & Data Services) as the first ranked, Newsound Fire Services Pty Ltd as second ranked and Firecorp Australia Pty Ltd as third ranked for an initial period of three (3) years, with an option to extend for a further two (2) x one (1) year periods (with the provision for rise & fall) subject to satisfactory performance.

Background

Council initially established agreements for the provision of various building trade services in December 2000, following a public tender process to create a list of preferred contractors. The agreements worked successfully over this time period with three public tender process being run since its inception.

Based on the success of the previous and current Panel agreements, a new tender for Fire Services was advertised with an expanded scope including reactive work requirements as well as scheduled maintenance requirements being listed separately. This was designed to provide a more accurate breakdown for the services required by Council, and provide Council with detailed costings relating to each building. In the 2016/17 financial year Councils spent $103,000 on scheduled maintenance (Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment in accordance with AS1851-2012) and $142,000 on reactive maintenance.

Tenderers were required to submit their tender through the APET360 Portal, which clearly identified the required response against each of the evaluation criteria. Tenderers were also required to complete a price schedule setting out the unit rates for general fire services work and each scheduled maintenance task.

It was proposed in the tender documents that Council would select one primary contractor and up to two secondary contractors to perform the services. The highest ranked supplier (primary contractor) will be given all the scheduled maintenance tasks and first preference to carry out all the reactive work. In the event that they are unavailable or do not have the capacity to perform the work the second ranked supplier will be invited to complete the work and so on.

Council however reserves the right to seek quotations and award work based on these quotations from the members of the Panel, for any work. Council will seek quotations from all members of the Panel for works with an estimated value of over $50,000 as was stated in the tender document.

Tender Evaluation Process

The Tender Evaluation Committee consisted of Joshua Martin- Building Projects Coordinator, Sid Wilson – Scheduled Maintenance Coordinator and was chaired by John Gordon - City Presentation Manager.

The evaluation criteria advertised and used in assessing the tenders received included the following:

· Demonstrated Ability

· Response Times

· Financials

· Employment Policies

· Quality Assurance Systems

· Environmental Management Systems

· Work Health and Safety

Evaluation process

The process for the evaluation of tenders was as follows:

1. Initial review of tenders to determine compliance with the evaluation criteria including the ability to provide the full range of services specified;

2. Assessment of costs based on the unit rates tendered and the capacity of the company to perform the services;

3. Determination of a short-list based on the best rankings from 1 and 2 above;

4. Further evaluation of the short-listed companies through:

· Independent Financial Risk Analysis

· Independent Referee Checks

Summary of Tenders Received

A total of 14 submissions were received in response to the advertised tender.

All tenders as listed in alphabetical order were included in the initial evaluation:

Company	Company Location	Directors
Alliance Alarms Fire Systems Pty Ltd	Wetherill Park	Michael Allan
ARA Fire Protection Services Pty Ltd	Kings Park	Richard Wilson
Avanti Fire	Baulkham Hills	Helmut Vetisch
Celsius Fire Services	Chatswood	Antonio Serianni
Chubb Fire & Security Pty Limited	Macquarie Park	Richard Johnston
Firecorp Australia Pty Ltd	Ashfield	Eduardo Ermilio
FireFront Services Pty Ltd	Baulkham Hills	Brett Ritchie
FirePro Solutions	North Richmond	Stewart McIntosh
Hirotec Technical Services	Newington	Matthew Gale
Hix Group Pty Ltd - t/a Hix Electrical & Data Services	Penrith	Ian Hicks - Managing Director Lea Hicks - General Manager
Newsound Fire Services Pty Ltd	Revesby	Slava Shargorodsky
Solo Services Group	Crows Nest	Matt Salihi
Synergy Fire & Security	Rosebery	Steve Trassari
Wormald Technology	Rydalmere	Shane Holt

Evaluation of Tenders

All 14 tenderers were assessed against the selection criteria. The following companies did not demonstrate that they were capable of fulfilling the requirements of the tender in one or more of the areas of demonstrated ability, response times, quality assurance and environmental systems and were subsequently not assessed any further in relation to their submission:

· Alliance Alarms Fire Systems Pty Ltd

· ARA Fire Protection Services Pty Ltd

· Avanti Fire

· Celsius Fire Services

· Chubb Fire & Security Pty Limited

· FireFront Services Pty Ltd

· FirePro Solutions

· Hirotec Technical Services

· Solo Services Group

· Wormald Technology

The following 4 companies met the minimum requirements of the evaluation criteria and were further assessed based on their price schedules:

· Firecorp Australia Pty Ltd

· Hix Group Pty Ltd - t/a Hix Electrical & Data Services

· Newsound Fire Services Pty Ltd

· Synergy Fire & Security

During the price evaluation stage it was noted that there was an inconsistency in the Fire Hydrant Pricing portion of the scheduled maintenance table, the committee made the decision to exclude this amount only as it did not affect the outcome of the tender ranking with the prices being only a small portion of the overall prices submitted for scheduled maintenance.

In the submission from Synergy Fire & Security, it did not list any non-conformances within the tender documents provided, however in the tender pricing schedule submission there was a disclaimer note at the bottom, putting conditions on the tender prices submitted. As Synergy was not ranked number one, and the price schedules were conditional based on this disclaimer, the panel was unable to determine if this submission would provide value for Council, and did not undertake any further analysis of this submission.

The remaining three price schedules were assessed for scheduled and reactive maintenance, a formula was applied to attain the probable costs from the actual reactive maintenance costs during the 2016/17 financial year. The 2016/17 financial year reactive maintenance expenditure was broken down into a labour and material components, then divided by the current hourly rate to provide an approximate hours of work for the 2016/17 financial year. This approximate annual hour count was then multiplied by the general hourly rate with the addition of the proposed scheduled maintenance costs to determine the proposed annual cost to Council. The table below lists the scheduled maintenance costs provided by the tenderers along with the probable reactive maintenance cost calculated:

	Hix Group Pty Ltd	Newsound Fire Services Pty Ltd	Firecorp Australia Pty Ltd
Tendered Hourly Rate	$75.00	$89.00	$93.00
Expected Labour Cost @ 1379 hours PA	$103.425.00	$122,731.00	$128,247.00
Material % Upmark	9%	8%	16%
Expected Material Price including % Upmark	$40,710.41	$40,336.92	$43,324.84
Expected Callout Fees Based on work orders and 26 After Hours Callouts	$8,466.52	$18,347.67	$17,215.84
Expected Cost for Reactive Maintenance Services PA	$152,601.93	$181,415.59	$188,787.68
Tendered Scheduled Maintenance Costs	$41,250.32	$42,234.94	$61,544.66
Total Expected Combined Costs	$193,852.25	$223,650.53	$250,332.34

Evaluation of Preferred Tenderers

All companies recommended within this report were selected based on their high level of compliance with the tender documents, demonstrated ability to meet Council’s requirements, competitive hourly or schedule of rates for the services offered and independent financial/risk assessment advice.

Based on all compliance and cost considerations, the following tenders were shortlisted and ranked in the following order:

HIX Group Pty Ltd – t/a HIX Electrical & Data Services is a locally based company in Penrith and has been in operation since 1992 and employs more than 70 staff, 6 of which have fire qualifications. HIX Group are one of Council’s current preferred contractors. In addition to providing services to Penrith City Council they also carry out similar works for Stanton and Taylor Strata Management. The HIX Group was considered by the Tender Evaluation Committee to be the number one company to undertake all scheduled maintenance tasks and first preference for reactive maintenance work. This was selected based on their:

1. Demonstrated ability

2. Fast response times

3. Work Health and Safety and Environmental Management systems

4. Competitive price for hourly rates and scheduled maintenance tasks

5. Ability to complete all requirements as set out in the tender document

HIX Group overall had the highest demonstrated ability in the overall tender evaluation process, the lowest overall combined cost for the proposed reactive and scheduled maintenance tasks, and staffing ability to meet the requirements of Council.

Newsound Fire Services Pty Ltd is a company in Revesby and has been in operation since 1974 and employ 19 staff. Newsound Fire Services Pty carry out fire maintenance works for Sutherland Shire Council, Liverpool City Council and Canterbury City Council. Newsound Fire Services Pty Ltd were considered by the Tender Evaluation Committee to be the number two company to undertake reactive maintenance work on an as required basis when number 1 company is not available. This was selected based on their:

1. Demonstrated ability

2. Fast response times

3. Work Health and Safety and Environmental Management systems

4. Competitive price for hourly rates

5. Higher cost for scheduled maintenance tasks

6. Higher cost for callout fees and setup charges

Newsound Fire Services Pty Ltd higher overall combined proposed scheduled and reactive maintenance costings and lower overall evaluation score placed them in the second order of preference.

Firecorp Australia Pty Ltd is a company based in Ashfield and has been in operation for since 2002 and employs 34 staff. Firecorp Australia Pty Ltd carry out fire maintenance works for Land and Housing Corporation, NSW Public Works, Reserve Bank or Australia and North Sydney Council. Firecorp Australia Pty Ltd were considered by the Tender Evaluation Committee to be the number three company to undertake the reactive maintenance work on an as required basis when number 1 and number 2 companies are not available. This was based on their:

1. Demonstrated ability

2. Higher hourly rate cost

3. Higher cost for callout fees and setup charges

4. Higher cost for scheduled maintenance tasks

Financial Services Comment

Included in the assessment of tenders was the commissioning of independent reference checks, financial analysis, and performance analysis for the preferred tenderers. These checks were completed by Corporate Scorecard Pty Ltd and have been reviewed by Financial Services. Based on this review, no concerns were raised as to the ability of either tenderer to perform the works described.

The works provided for in this tender will be accommodated within existing operating budgets for Building Maintenance.

Tender Advisory Group (TAG) Comment

The objective of the Tender Advisory Group (TAG) is to support the Council to achieve fair and equitable tender processes. The TAG, consisting of the Executive Manager City Assets, Brian Steffen; Governance Manager, Glenn McCarthy; and Financial Services Manager, Neil Farquharson, were briefed on the background and the process followed. The TAG considered the recommendations in relation to the tender for Fire Services Maintenance and Regulatory Work. It was noted that the recommended proposal is the lowest cost in terms of both scheduled and reactive maintenance work and that the contractor has demonstrated experience in undertaking similar work. The TAG reviewed the evaluation process outlined within the report and is satisfied that the selection criteria have been correctly applied in making the recommendations.

Conclusion

Based on the detailed evaluation of the tenders, analysis of staffing, location, capacity to undertake the work, past experience, price submitted, financial analysis and referee checks, the tenderers that represents the best overall value for money to Council for of Fire Services in the following order:

1. Hix Group Pty Ltd - t/a Hix Electrical & Data Services,

2. Newsound Fire Services Pty Ltd

3. Firecorp Australia Pty Ltd

Council intends to select one primary contractor and two secondary contractors to perform all of the specified services inclusive of both scheduled and reactive electrical work. The highest ranked supplier (primary contractor) will be given all scheduled maintenance work and first preference on reactive works. In the event that they are unavailable or do not have the capacity to perform the work the second ranked supplier will be invited to complete the work and so on.

RECOMMENDATION

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Tender Reference 17/18-10 - Fire Services Maintenance and Regulatory Work be received

2. A new 3 year contract with the option to extend for a further two (2) x one (1) year periods (subject to satisfactory performance) and subject to the execution of a formal agreement be awarded to the following companies for the specified services in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Tender:

(a) Scheduled maintenance work and reactive maintenance work be awarded to Hix Group T/A Hix Electrical & Data Services as the primary contractor

(b) Reactive maintenance work be awarded to Newsound Fire Services Pty Ltd as the second contractor

3. Council seek quotations from the 3 companies listed in Recommendation 2 for works with an estimated value of over $50,000.

ATTACHMENTS/APPENDICES

There are no attachments for this report.

Ordinary Meeting 23 July 2018

Local Government NSW Annual Conference 2018

Compiled by: Madison Foster, Administration Officer

Authorised by: Adam Beggs, Governance Coordinator

Outcome	We have confidence in our Council
Strategy	Demonstrate transparency and ethical behaviour
Service Activity	Ensure that the organisation promotes ethical behaviour, risk management, transparent decision making and meets contemporary governance standards

Executive Summary

Local Government NSW (LGNSW) will hold its Annual Conference at the Albury Entertainment Centre, Albury from 21-23 October 2018.

Council is entitled to nominate up to ten (10) Councillors as voting delegates for motions to attend the Conference, as well as including other Councillors as observers.

This report recommends that Council nominate ten (10) voting delegates and any observers to attend the Local Government Association’s annual policy making conference to be held at the Albury Entertainment Centre, Albury from 21-23 October 2018.

It is Council’s practice to sponsor up to three observers chosen by the Deerubbin Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) to attend the Conference.

Background

Local Government NSW (LGNSW) will hold its Annual Conference at the Albury Entertainment Centre, Albury from 21-23 October 2018.

Over the years, Council has been very successful at influencing the development of state-wide LGA Policy, particularly in the areas of planning, the environment, community planning, fire and emergency services, roads and transport and rating policy.

Voting Delegates

It is the Council’s usual practice at this time to nominate its delegates to represent Penrith City Council at the upcoming Conference. Local Government NSW has advised that the premise for determining voting entitlements is based on the total number of votes in the rural/regional areas totalling the same number of votes in the metro/urban areas. As there are more rural/regional councils a calculation needs to be conducted to ensure that the number of votes is balanced. Council’s final voting entitlement for the Conference is ten (10) with registration of those delegates being made prior to the deadline of 2 October 2018.

Other Delegates and Observers

In past years, a number of Councillors from Penrith City Council have also represented either the Executive of the former Local Government Association or other industry organisations such as the Hawkesbury River County Council, in addition to this. Council has also included Councillors as observers to the Conference in addition to its voting delegates.

In 2017 Council’s nominated voting delegates were The Mayor, Councillor John Thain and Councillors Aaron Duke, Greg Davies, Kath Presdee, Ben Price, Ross Fowler OAM, Tricia Hitchen, Jim Aitken OAM, Kevin Crameri OAM and Bernard Bratusa. Council nominated Councillor Karen McKeown as its observer.

As the NSW Aboriginal Land Council is a member of Local Government NSW in its own right, it is entitled to select 9 delegates to attend the 2018 Local Government NSW Conference. The network of 121 Local Aboriginal Land Councils (LALCs) is divided into nine Regions and the Deerubbin Local Aboriginal Land Council is one of eleven LALCs contained within the Sydney/Newcastle Region.

The process for selecting the 9 delegates is entirely up to the NSW Aboriginal Land Council and, at this stage, it is not certain how many delegates (if any) will be selected to attend the Conference from the Deerubbin LALC. Council has previously resolved to make provision to sponsor up to three observers from the Deerubbin LALC pending the outcome of the selection process for the 9 Aboriginal Land Council delegates. Council staff have already contacted the Deerubbin LALC to facilitate these arrangements.

Submission of Motions

Councils have been advised that for a motion to be included in the Business Paper that they must meeting the following guidelines:

1. Are consistent with the objects of the Association;

2. Relate to Local Government in NSW and/or across Australia;

3. Concern or are likely to concern Local Government as a sector;

4. Seek to advance the Local Government Policy agenda of the Association and/or improve the governance of the Association;

5. Have a lawful purpose

6. Are clearly worded and unambiguous in nature; and

7. Do not express preference for one or several members over one or several other members.

It is important to note that the Board will not include motions in the Business Paper which do not advance the local government policy agenda. Therefore, a motion will not be included if it is operational, rather than strategic; not local government business; focused on a local issue only or if the motion is consistent with past policies and actions of LGNSW or the Local Government and Shire's Association.

Accordingly, Council’s motions should relate to issues which are causing concern to the Council and/or the community. The motions should also suggest an appropriate solution by including either a motion which could be considered by the Conference or notes which might guide delegates to an agreed position.

Local Government NSW has advised that the submission of Council’s motions and any accompanying notes or motions for consideration at the Conference must be completed at the latest by 23 September however with a strong preference for these to be submitted as soon as possible.

Councillors are welcome to suggest any proposed motions at this meeting, in addition to this meeting there will be one last opportunity to adopt such motions at the 13 August Policy Review Committee meeting where a report to specifically consider motions will be presented.

Outcomes of 2017 Council Motions

Council proposed a number of motions to the 2017 Conference. Of these one was considered to be an operational matter which can be pursued outside of the Conference process and therefore was not submitted to the Conference. The remaining motions that were submitted to the Conference and their outcomes are provided in the table below:

Strategic land use planning

Resolution

Official letters to date

Other advocacy actions

Responses and outcomes to date

4 Board – Mandatory Independent Hearing and Assessment Panels

i. That Local Government NSW campaigns with NSW councils against the State Government takeover of planning powers through IHAP legislation.

ii. That Local Government NSW calls on the NSW Parliament to revoke legislation that mandates Independent Hearing and Assessment Panels (IHAPs) for all councils in Sydney and Wollongong.

Carried

Letter to the NSW Minister for Planning, Minister for Housing and Special Minister of State, the Hon. Anthony Roberts MP

Letter to the NSW Minister for the Environment, Minister for Local Government and Minister for Heritage, the Hon. Gabrielle Upton MP

Follow up letter sent May 2018 to the Hon. Gabrielle Upton MP

Sent letter to DP&E opposing IHAP Model –dated 15 December 2017.

Written comments provided to NSW DP&E on draft Monitoring and Evaluation Framework for Local Planning Panels (LPPs) on 3 March 2018. Meeting occurred with DP&E 11th May to discuss LGNSW comments and to receive an update from the Department

Included as a recommendation in LGNSW’s budget submission to the State Government’s 2018/19 budget. “Funding for planning panels - Provide funding ($3.4m per annum) for affected councils to meet the cost of mandated Local Planning Panels.”

Response received from the Hon. Anthony Roberts MP, NSW Minister for Planning, Minister for Housing and Special Minister of State on 16 February 2018. The Minister states that the Government introduced independent hearing and assessment panels for councils to minimise risks that arise when a decision-maker has a conflict of interest. These panels will not only reduce the risk of corruption, they will also give the community a real opportunity to play a part in local planning.

Transport

Resolution

Official letters to date

Other advocacy actions

Responses and outcomes to date

13 Penrith City Council – Motorised scooters and electric wheelchairs

That Local Government NSW requests the State Government to review the road rules and increase motorised scooter regulations to improve safety and in particular with respect to requirements around speed and colour.

Carried

Letter to the NSW Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight, the Hon. Melinda Pavey MP

Letter to the NSW Minister for Mental Health, Minister for Women and Minister for Ageing, the Hon. Tanya Davies MP

Follow up letter sent May 2018 to the Hon. Melinda Pavey MP

Follow up letter sent May 2018 to the Hon. Tanya Davies MP

Advocated by LGNSW at meetings of the IPWEA Roads & Transport Directorate (May 2018).

Advocated for in the meeting between LGNSW President and Minister Pavey in March 2018.

Response received from the Hon. Melinda Pavey MP, NSW Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight on 5 July 2018. The Minister states that the NSW Government has a robust regulatory framework for using mobility scooters and motorised wheelchairs on roads and road-related areas. Mobility scooters are classified as motorised wheelchairs and the road rules require not travelling faster than 10Km/h. Staysafe, reviewed the increase use of mobility scooters in its 2014 Report on Non-Registered Motorised Vehicles. Options for improving safety for both mobility scooter users and other pedestrians, including registration and licensing were considered.

Conclusion

Council has been successful in influencing State Association policy through its involvement in past Conferences. The Delivery Program for 2017-21 identifies Council’s role in monitoring the impact of emerging policies and seeking to influence State and Federal Governments through a strong advocacy role. Council’s attendance and involvement at the Local Government NSW Conference is one of the activities that contribute to achieving these delivery actions.

RECOMMENDATION

That:

1. The information contained in the report on Local Government NSW Annual Conference 2018 be received.

2. Council nominate its ten (10) voting delegates to attend the 2018 LG NSW Conference to be held at the Albury Entertainment Centre, Albury from 21-23 October 2018.

3. Council give consideration to the nomination of observers to attend the 2018 LGNSW Conference.

4. Leave of absence be granted as appropriate for those councillors attending the conference.

5. Council sponsor up to three (3) Aboriginal observers, nominated by the Deerubbin Local Aboriginal Land Council, to attend the 2018 Local Government NSW Conference.

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v	Meeting at which the draft corporate planning documents (Delivery Program and Operational Plan) are endorsed for exhibition
*	Meeting at which the draft corporate planning documents (Delivery Program and Operational Plan) are adopted
#	Meetings at which the Operational Plan quarterly reviews (May and September) are presented
@	Meetings at which the Delivery Program progress reports (including the Operational Plan quarterly reviews for December and June) are presented
^	Election of Mayor/Deputy Mayor
ü	Meeting at which the 2017-2018 Annual Statements are presented
∞	Meeting at which any comments on the 2017-2018 Annual Statements are presented
+	Meeting at which the Annual Report is presented

RMS reference	Project Description	Allocation
P.0032575 Priority Cycleways	Cranebrook to Thornton via Coombes Drive – construction of 2nd stage of the shared-use path	$940,000 100%
P.0035845 Walking Communities	High Street, Penrith, near Kendall Street – Construction of a raised marked pedestrian crossing	$40,000 50%
	TOTAL:	$980,000

Outcome	We can work close to home
Strategy	Attract investment to grow the economy and increase the range of businesses operating in the region
Service Activity	Promote Penrith as a place to visit and invest in through marketing and events

Outcome	We plan for our future growth
Strategy	Protect the City's natural areas, heritage and character
Service Activity	Ensure our policies, strategies and plans set a clear direction for managing the growth of our City

Outcome	We are healthy and share strong community spirit
Strategy	Help build resilient, inclusive communities
Service Activity	Support community service organisations working in our City