1 | 27 Access & Inclusion Advisory Committee 10 May 2021 Minutes HELD at the Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre Present Rosemary Oates (Chair) Ian Macfarlane (BVSC) Cr Robyn Bain Alice Howe (BVSC) James Aulbury John Grady (BVSC) Colin Dunn Anne Cleverley (BVSC) Wendy MacDonald Shelli Reid (BVSC) Nathan Johnston Amelia Souter(BVSC) Graham Carmody Jen Russell 1 Welcome and apologies Welcome to our newest member of the Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee (AIAC), Christine Welsh. Apologies: John Reynolds, Jenny Robb, Felicity Gates, Christine Welsh Absent: Nathan Johnston Moved: Graham Carmody Seconded: Jen Russell 2 Confirmation of minutes That the minutes of the previous AIAC meeting held on 8 February 2021 be taken as read. Motion moved by Cr Bain and seconded by Mr Dunn. Unanimously adopted. 3 Presentations to the Committee • Mr Aulbury presented to the Committee a proposal about the Liberty Swing. Good for people who is unable to use ordinary park equipment. Should be included in an inclusive park. • Prices have come down considerably over the 20 year timeframe. • Ms Oates suggested that it would be reasonable to have one of these facilities situated in a central play centre in the area. • This could be a suitable community project in relation to funding. • Mr Grady added that the Department of Planning’s Everyone Can Play Guidelines give the Council guidance as to how to select inclusive play equipment. The guidelines have evolved to more inclusive design rather than specialised. • Outcome: A modern equivalent could be a carousel. The design and look of the equipment don’t look special but actually are specialised.
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Access & Inclusion Advisory
Committee 10 May 2021
Minutes
HELD at the Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre
Present
Rosemary Oates (Chair) Ian Macfarlane (BVSC)
Cr Robyn Bain Alice Howe (BVSC)
James Aulbury John Grady (BVSC)
Colin Dunn Anne Cleverley (BVSC)
Wendy MacDonald Shelli Reid (BVSC)
Nathan Johnston Amelia Souter(BVSC)
Graham Carmody
Jen Russell
1 Welcome and apologies
Welcome to our newest member of the Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee (AIAC), Christine Welsh.
Apologies: John Reynolds, Jenny Robb, Felicity Gates, Christine Welsh
Absent: Nathan Johnston
Moved: Graham Carmody
Seconded: Jen Russell
2 Confirmation of minutes
That the minutes of the previous AIAC meeting held on 8 February 2021 be taken as read. Motion moved by Cr Bain and seconded by Mr Dunn. Unanimously adopted.
3 Presentations to the Committee
• Mr Aulbury presented to the Committee a proposal about the Liberty Swing. Good for people who is unable to use ordinary park equipment. Should be included in an inclusive park.
• Prices have come down considerably over the 20 year timeframe.
• Ms Oates suggested that it would be reasonable to have one of these facilities situated in a central play centre in the area.
• This could be a suitable community project in relation to funding.
• Mr Grady added that the Department of Planning’s Everyone Can Play Guidelines give the Council guidance as to how to select inclusive play equipment. The guidelines have evolved to more inclusive design rather than specialised.
• Outcome: A modern equivalent could be a carousel. The design and look of the equipment don’t look special but actually are specialised.
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• BVSC does not have a swing for a wheelchair. New Action: Council to explore options to provide an all abilities swing in a future playground upgrade
Ms Oates presented to the Committee. A good example of a town improving the look and accessibility. The Bega Chamber of Commerce are looking at similar issues. There is a 10 point plan:
• Collaboration of business – about look of premises
• Activate the Merimbula Lake Foreshore area
• Establish a leadership group in the Chamber of Commerce. Very useful - Ms Oates was able to emphasise the accessibility priorities the AIAC is focused on.
• Ms Oates presented to the Committee on an example she observed to provide access from a road to a footpath in Canowindra.
It was noted that this solution is similar to the treatment on the Princes Highway in Pambula, which was installed by the RMS. Cr Bain indicated that the BVSC Local Traffic Committee is considering 10 locations in Merimbula for a similar treatment.
4 Action Log Please refer to the Action Log at the end of the minutes.
5 Major works/development project updates Mr Grady updated the Committee on some major projects across the Shire:
Bermagui Inclusive Play-space
• The play-space is now open.
• Mr Aulbury added that, for people in wheelchairs the spinner type carousel doesn’t stabilise a wheelchair as there are no tie downs so is not fully inclusive & could be problematic in terms of security.
• There was comment that people could be injured on the flying fox. It was reiterated that playground users need to be mindful of risks of using equipment & to take some personal responsibility for access & appropriate use.
Bega Sports Master Plan Project
Currently in design phase with final report to Council expected on 16 June 2021.
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Pambula Sports Master Plan Project
• Floor plan concept endorsed by Council in April 2021
• Accessibility – simplified with the concept design for the change rooms to mirror gender equality.
Tathra High Needs Amenities
• This project has been driven by the Committee. The project is currently the only high-needs change facility in the Shire.
• It was considered for the Pambula and Bruce Steer Pool upgrades, but there wasn’t the ability to meet the functionality requirements for those amenities.
Shortpoint Accessibility Project
Ms Amelia Souter – Project Manager - spoke to this project:
• Stage 1 completed to include headland access, coastal escarpment revegetation and upgrade the existing viewing platform with storage.
• Stages 2 & 3 are in the planning stage with the following original ideal design elements:
o Promenade connecting amenities and headland walk
o Upgraded carpark with accessible parking
o Viewing deck
o Surfer and wave watching area
o Picnic area
o Maintenance access
o Amenities including toilets, showers and barbecue area
o Bus (Class 3) parking and turning access
• The scope of the project in its entirety was well over budget. Key elements that residents considered important include:
o Walkway access to seating and grass areas.
o Shelter, barbecues, seating and tables.
o Improved showers and toilets.
o Protection of indigenous sites.
o Ensure scenic values maintained.
o Retain off leash area however ensure provision of adequate facilities and waste management.
o Improved access and walkways connecting site features and facilities.
• A project control group is being formed and will meet shortly to discuss the finer details are work out the full project scope.
• The above is replaced with: The project manager will inform all key stakeholders over the coming weeks of the proposed scope reduction to remain in budget.
Questions from the Committee included:
o Cr Bain mentioned that the existing gravel path at Shortpoint is currently not accessible for people in wheelchairs as the rain creates washouts. Mr Grady commented that the new
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accessible path that runs along edge of the carpark would be concrete. The cost of maintenance is high for gravel. There is cultural sensitivities in the area, which limit construction options.
o Mrs. Oates asked whether Council could defer the project until Council has full funding…. Ms Souter responded that there is always an option to put the project on hold; however, this project can be staged with further works completed if additional funding becomes available. The scope of the project is mostly met (85%) with the revised design.
Project Drivers and influences, Elements and Advisory and Stakeholder Groups
Mr Grady (BVSC) indicated that there are project drivers and influences, elements and advisory and stakeholder groups that all contribute to the outcome of a project.
Project Drivers and Influences:
• Needs and provisions
• Aims and objectives
• Available resources
• Approvals
• External demands
• Capacity
Elements:
• Scope
• Resource Requirements
• Quality
• Time/program
• Cost
• Resource availability/capacity
Stakeholder groups:
• Clubs and user groups
• Interest groups
• Community groups
• Neighbours
• Other users
• Government agencies
• Local Aboriginal Land Council’s
• Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee
• Designers and Consultants.
6 New and other Business
There were no update requests for this meeting.
Business (Mr. Colin Dunn) No update this meeting. Community (Mr. John Reynolds) Mr Reynolds sent his report to the meeting as he was unable to present in person. The following issues were included:
• The local papers featured an article showing a proposed plan for the Pambula Sporting Complex upgrade. Mr Reynolds was not aware this has been shared with the Committee. The print of the plan in the press was so small and feint that any accessible entries or access to the upper level were not displayed clearly. At the present there is only stair access to the upper level. Will this be reviewed or is in it the plan?
Mr Grady advised that the current building would be replaced with a single storey building.
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• Mr Reynolds noticed that since the last meeting, the local press had an article and mentioned comments from members of the committee. That may not have actually been their words. Can it please be communicated to all members what Council policy is on making statements like this in the future. Dr Howe advised that all committees of Council are bound by Council’s Code of Conduct.
Tourism (Ms. Jenny Robb) Ms. Robb was unable to attend in person and provided the following update.
• Ms. Robb and Former Chair, Mr Finneran presented a brief presentation to tourism industry and government agencies at Sapphire Coast Destination Marketing (SCDM) network gathering at Merimbula on the 24th February 2021, indicating the potential return on investment of businesses by refurbishing accommodation to better accessibility standards. o Outcome 1: One Merimbula unit complex is already applying for funding from
Destination NSW Southern, to refurbish at least one ground floor unit. The facility is located in the Fishpen area of Merimbula & so is already in a more accessible location than many others.
o Outcome 2: Ms. Robb also travelled with Mr Finneran to the Currajong Retreat at Burragate. The owners have received funding to develop 2 x new luxury tented accommodation rooms and have plans to also develop a communal kitchen/lounge area. Spent 2-3 hours with the owner, advising on early design processes including considerations re access around bed and other furniture, potential hazards, enabling use of the outdoor bathtub, bbq area, lounge etc. It was a very productive exercise as the owner had carried out thorough research and was able to ‘fine tune’ the plans, with Ron’s participation & advice. Former AIAC member Chris Sparkes is also planning to visit Currajong and an invitation has been sent to Felicity to assist with meeting the needs of vision-impaired clients.
o Outcome 3: Mr Finneran and I were able to discuss potential funding sources with the reps. from DNSW Southern and have since submitted a draft proposal. This would be for the project we have previously presented to AIAC – i.e. seeking to engage a project officer for a 12 month contract to engage one-on-one with tourism businesses to update the accessibility information on their websites and in their marketing material.
• As Chair of Eden Tourism Inc., accessibility is regularly referred to in our discussions. Most recently, Cat Ballou Cruises updated their website and included valuable information about the limitations of access on their cruise vessel, but also recognising that with assistance, a wheelchair bound person is still able to enjoy a tour.
• ATDW – Australian Tourism Data Warehouse is the most comprehensive listing site for all tourism and tourism-related businesses in Australia. It’s the ‘go to’ for any new products that media regularly check. Businesses must annually update their profile including new products etc. This year there was a detailed new section regarding the accessibility of each product.
• SCDM is currently updating the Sapphire Coast Tourism website with a section dedicated to accessibility.
Ms Robb will consider potential funding sources for the proposal as outlined above.
Operational Plan 19/21 Projects of Interest
Mr Grady provided an update on progress with works commenced in the Bega Valley. Updates as attached at the end of these minutes.
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7 Other Business
Ms Cleverley addressed the group:
• Council has been working with many people and community groups to get feedback and are eager to get more feedback from the Committee.
• The Easy Read version of the document was circulated for the Committee to view. Mr Dunn mentioned that if there was option to click on the document and the ability to navigate to another for more information, it would be helpful.
• Ms Oates commented that the overall the document is pleasing. Congratulations on delivery of it.
• Ms McDonald added that there are issues with the Tura Beach Woolworths pedestrian crossing as well as overgrown vegetation which blocks vision & could be an issues for both motorists & Pedestrians – particularly those with mobility or sight issues.
New Action: Council to investigate the consent of the carpark at Tura Beach Woolworths for compliance (trees in the way and have to cross the road twice).
Dr Howe informed the Committee that the Draft 2021-22 Operational Plan and Budget are about to go on the public exhibition. Notable aspects include:
• The budget for the 2021-22 financial year does not include any Access Improvement Grants program funds for the year as a cost saving measure.
• The Draft Operational Plan includes the proposed Capital Works Projects for the Shire.
• There is no funding for footpath upgrades identified for the 2022 year.
• Inclusion into the program is a review of Council’s Engineering Guidelines, which provides an opportunity for improved accessibility outcomes.
• Committee members are encouraged to provide feedback on the current draft Operational Plan and Budget.
Ms Oates briefly addressed the group regarding the recent Disability Premises Standards Review. This review have been open for comment and that period has now closed.
Dr Howe addressed the group regarding the Committee Terms of Reference ready for the new Committee due to be enlisted after the September Council elections. Notable proposed changes include:
• Page 3: Roles and Responsibilities: o Remove: Advice and comments may be sought on significant development
applications ▪ Rationale: Development applications are subject to a formal assessment
process which doesn’t align with the timeframe for Committee meetings..
▪ Rationale: It would be beneficial to consider the skills and expertise of potential new Committee members, to assist in determining their suitability to the role.
o Criteria proposed to be:
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▪ Broadly representative of people with interest and experience in access and inclusion
▪ Direct experience with disability either personally or as a carer ▪ Representation from diverse groups (youth, ageing, indigenous, gender,
ethnicity etc.) ▪ Geographic locations from across the Shire
• Page 4: Committee Structure 4.5: o Change Committee structure membership to include 14 Committee members.
Adjust wording to: The AIAC Committee shall comprise up to a total of fourteen (14) members. It is recommended to include: 12 members representing a range of interests across the Shire a Councillor and the Director CEP.
Discussion included:
- Cr Bain added that we should include people from the aged care sector as well as parents with toddlers &/or babies in prams.
- When we call for nominations that nominees should present with a brief CV to support their interest in the Committee.
- Try a two-tiered approach which would give the Committee the ability to co-opt people with particular expertise from time to time, as required to advise on particular issues.
Standing agenda items:
- Change to the current agenda to include the DIAP Action Plan add to the agenda: o Developing community attitudes and behaviours o Creating liveable communities o Supporting access to meaningful employment o Improving access to mainstream services through better systems and processes
New Action: Dr Howe to update the guidelines and circulate with the minutes for Committee feedback, prior to next meeting with a view for the Committee to adopt the new guidelines at the August 2021 meeting.
Mrs. Oates suggested that it would be a good idea for the Committee to take a group trip at some stage, around to the projects that have been completed, to appreciate the final outcomes. New Action: Council to arrange for some site visits as part of the next term of the Committee.
Ms Welsh submitted a request to join as a casual member. It was unanimously adopted for Ms Welsh to be appointed to a casual vacancy on the Committee.
- New housing for four full time residents. - 6 August 2021 is the official opening of the facility - A great example of appropriate housing for people with a disability in the area, thus
providing the opportunity for increased independence New Action: Ms Russell to arrange a suitable time for the Committee members to walk through the new building to showcase the purpose planned accessibility aspects.
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Mr Dunn indicated the available platform for advertising via the community radio. It’s seen as very important that this sub-committee of Council are able to advertise the services / advice available on a voluntary basis to the local community. New Action: Council to consider how community radio advertising can be incorporated into its advertising campaigns.
8 Correspondence
Correspondence from
Subject Action taken
James Aulbury Liberty Swing Placed on agenda
Correspondence to Subject
Committee Premises standards consultation
Meeting closed at 1:10pm
Next ordinary meeting to be held at 11:00am on Monday 16 August 2021 at Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre.
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4 Review of Action Items & Outcomes Register
Meeting Date
Item No Access/Inclusion Issue
Desired Outcome
Due Date Status Person Responsible
10/5/2021 1/2021 Guidelines review Guidelines are reviewed
20/5/21 Dr Howe to update the guidelines and circulate with the minutes for Committee feedback prior to next meeting with a view for the Committee to adopt the new guidelines at the August 2021 meeting.
Dr Howe
10/5/2021 2/2021 Unsafe pedestrian crossing at Tura Beach Woolworths
Safe complying pedestrian crossing
1/8/21 Council to investigate the consent of the carpark at Tura Beach Woolworths for compliance (tree in the way and have to cross the road twice).
Dr Howe
10/5/21 3/2021 Liberty Swing 1/8/21 Council to explore options to provide an all abilities swing in a future playground upgrade
Mr Grady
10/5/21 4/2021 Community Radio Advertising
1/8/21 Council to consider how community radio advertising can be incorporated into its advertising campaigns.
Dr Howe
10/5/21 5/2021 Site Visits for the Projects
1/8/22 Council to arrange for site visits as part of the next term of the Committee.
Dr Howe/Mr Grady
10/5/21 6/2021 AIAC Guidelines Update
1/8/21 Dr Howe to update the guidelines and circulate with the minutes for Committee feedback prior to next meeting with a view for the Committee to adopt the new guidelines at the August 2021 meeting.
Dr Howe
10/5/21 7/2021 Tulgeen Accessible Building
1/8/21 Ms Russell to arrange a suitable time for the Committee members to walk through the new building to showcase the planned accessibility aspects.
Ms Russell
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Meeting Date
Item No Access/Inclusion Issue
Desired Outcome
Due Date Status Person Responsible
27/08/2018 11/2018 RMS Eden has moved their driver testing area near an accessible ramp
Relocate driver testing area to a place clear from accessible ramp.
03/02/2020 10/8/20 Update
New Action: BVSC Planning Team are following up property owners for compliance action.
9/11/20 meeting update
Secretariat to follow up.
8/2/21 meeting update
No further update.
10/5/21 meeting update
Council have followed up. TfNSW will be onsite 5/5/21 to review the car spaces. The matter is being internally investigated between Property NSW and Service NSW (sub-tenant) for remediation.
Colin Dunn
Secretariat
10-08-2020 9-2020 Zingel Place Redesign
AIAC have input to design of new BVSC Building
12-20 10/08/2020 meeting update
New Action: Daniel Djikic to liaise with Felicity Gates regarding vision impairment accessibility aspects and invite along to stakeholder working group meetings.
9/11/20 meeting update
Felicity has been to some meetings and the working group have taken on some recommendations. Ian has been forthcoming with the actions. Ongoing consultation underway.
8/2/21 meeting update
Concept design work still underway.
10/5/21 meeting update
Daniel D confirmed that Felicity has been involved in Committee
Daniel Djikic
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Meeting Date
Item No Access/Inclusion Issue
Desired Outcome
Due Date Status Person Responsible
meetings about this. Felicity has not yet been given any final plans for consideration. Daniel to loop back in.
10-08-20 11-2020 Eden whale Museum – AIG – disability parking
Ensure that disability parking was designed correctly
10/11/20 10/08/2020 meeting update
Write to Eden Whale Museum seeking feedback on the condition of the accessible parking space funded through an Accessibility Improvement Grant.
9/11/2020 meeting update
Completed. Council inspected the facility. Letter sent to Eden Killer Whale Museum to re-stencil the car park.
Dr Howe to follow up on Council’s action internally.
8/2/21 meeting update
Council has engaged and asked the group to redo the stencil. Continued work to advocate for this change.
10/5/21 meeting update
No update.
Secretariat
09-11-2020 13-2020 BVSC Water and Sewer Administration Building Design
AIAC have input to design of new BVSC Building
03-2021 Mr Best and Ms Gates to discuss potential vision impairment issues.
8/2/21 meeting update
New Action: Secretariat to circulate the plans.
Felicity Gates, Nathanael Wearne and
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Meeting Date
Item No Access/Inclusion Issue
Desired Outcome
Due Date Status Person Responsible
10/5/21 meeting update
Felicity Gates to speak with Nathanael Wearne regarding specific details.
Chris Best
05/12/2016 18/2016 Camber of footpath out the front of Club Sapphire, Merimbula is very steep and dangerous.
Easy access to Club Sapphire
03/02/2020
12/11/2019 meeting update
Anthony McMahon noted the budget for this project is available and currently working through the design stage.
Action: Ian Macfarlane to circulate plans to AIAC before February meeting.
02/03/2020 meeting update
Peter Newton advised plans due by May meeting. Club Sapphire are looking at redeveloping and bringing back down to road level.
11/05/2020 meeting update
New Action: The Club has a proposal to develop land. Secretariat to confirm the DA has addressed accessibility issues. Inform Committee of outcome via email.
10/08/2020 meeting update
Felicity Gates asked about the new Woolworths and the rest of the Merimbula. Asked whether there is a masterplan for Merimbula. Funding applied for the improvement of the traffic flow.
Traffic analysis needs to be undertaken before any future funding is
Ian Macfarlane
Ian Macfarlane
Secretariat
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Meeting Date
Item No Access/Inclusion Issue
Desired Outcome
Due Date Status Person Responsible
applied for. Traffic analysis to be undertaken in this financial year.
9/11/2020 meeting update
Peter Newton following up around the traffic analysis.
8/2/21 meeting update
On Hold: There is a current Development Application for some apartments on Club Sapphire land so there are many moving parts. Committee to continue to advocate for the change.
27/08/2018 14/2018 Accessible car space at Merimbula Wharf
Accessible car space be placed in suitable location
On hold Jason Deller to investigate further and consult with the owners of the aquarium/restaurant building regarding the possibility of installing an accessible car space together with a ramp into the entrance of the aquarium. Provide an update to the AIAC at the next meeting.
12/11/2018 meeting update
Jason Deller advised that this project has not progressed since the last meeting.
18/02/2019 meeting update
Jason Deller advised that this project has not progressed since the last meeting.
Ian Macfarlane
13/11/2017 13/2017 Excessive taxi spaces in Merimbula
Reduce taxi spaces and increase
On hold Completed. Katrina Berenguer to circulate a copy of the Merimbula Masterplan to the AIAC. To be sent with minutes of meeting. 12/02/2018 Meeting
Ian Macfarlane
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Meeting Date
Item No Access/Inclusion Issue
Desired Outcome
Due Date Status Person Responsible
accessible car parks in Merimbula
A review of taxi spaces in Merimbula will be included in the parking study being conducted by the Local Traffic Committee. Jason Deller will provide the AIAC with a copy of the draft Merimbula parking study to provide input/comment before Council approval. 12/11/2018 meeting update Jason Deller advised that this project is on hold until the Merimbula Parking Study is completed.
18/02/2019 meeting update
Jason Deller advised that this project has not progressed since the last meeting.
On hold John Grady to investigate the Tathra Taylor’s Square toilets to be upgraded to include an accessible toilet and report back to the AIAC.
12/11/2018 meeting update The toilet block has been identified as a potential site for a Changing Places facility. There is no scope in the inclusive playground project but will add as a possible future project and grant funding.
18/02/2019 meeting update
John Turville advised the projects remains as is. There is no scope in the inclusive playground project but will add as a possible future project and will need to seek grant funding.
John Grady
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Meeting Date
Item No Access/Inclusion Issue
Desired Outcome
Due Date Status Person Responsible
10-08-20 10-2020 Sapphire Coast Tourism Proposal
Sapphire Coast businesses advertise their accessibility issues on websites to inform travellers.
10/08/2020 meeting update
Jenny Robb and Colin Dunn to work with Council’s Grant Officer to write a grant funding submission for the implementation of the Sapphire Coast Accessible Tourism Proposal including the employment of an individual to consult with businesses about accessibility issues. Jenny Robb and Colin Dunn to engage with Council regarding statistics of accessible tourism locations that are Council owned to support the grant application.
Write to Sapphire Coast Destination NSW and congratulate them for their work so far pulling together the landing pages for promoting accessibility.
9/11/20 meeting update
Complete. Secretariat sent letter of appreciation to Sapphire Coast Destination NSW.
Dr Howe to follow up with Council’s Recovery Team about resources for Recovery Business Support. May be able to flag in discussions with the businesses about disability inclusion. Add content in the business newsletter.
8/2/21 meeting update
Promoted through the business recovery newsletter.
Secretariat
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Meeting Date
Item No Access/Inclusion Issue
Desired Outcome
Due Date Status Person Responsible
10/5/21 meeting update
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Current Capital Works Program
Connected Communities
Financial
Year
Committed
Grant Amount Source Progress AIAC
Representative
Project Manager
2019/20 Tathra to Kalaru
Bike Track
$3,000,000 RMS Active
Transport Program
Commenced
Update 2/3/20: Project under construction with Kalaru Section Completed
Update 11/5/20: Construction is progressing up Evans Hill to the Fire Shed in
Tathra
Update 9/11/20: Still underway – good progress with the intention to get the
link up to the school.
Chris Sparks
2019/20 Lake St
Merimbula
Shared Path
(from Main
Street to Bar
Beach)
$2,000,000 RMS Active
Transport Program
Commenced
Update 2/3/20: Currently in discussions with NSW State Government over
additional funding needed
Update 11/5/20: Additional funding received and project to go out to tender
at end of April
Update 9/11/20: Progress ticking over on this one with expected completion
before Christmas.
Ron Finneran
2019/20 Connectivity
Improvements
to the Port of
Eden (including
upgrade of
Albert Terrace
intersection)
$1,600,000 +
$1,695,900
Australian
Government
Building Better
Regions Round 2 +
Fixing Country
Roads
Funded
Update 2/3/20: Detailed design underway
Update 11/5/20: Detailed Design works are progressing with tender out in the
last ¼ of the year
Colin Dunn
2019/20 Footpath
Connection
West Street,
Eden
$50,000 NSW Social
Housing
Community
Improvement Fund
Commenced
Update 2/3/20: Footpath built up Reservoir Street
Update 11/5/20: Completed
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Connected Communities
Financial
Year
Committed
Grant Amount Source Progress AIAC
Representative
Project Manager
Active and Healthy Communities
Fin Year
Committed
Grant Amount Source Progress Representative Council Project
Manager
2019/20 Tathra Headland
Wharf Access*
$1,219,000 NSW Regional
Growth Fund -
Environment and
Tourist Fund
Completed Chris Sparks Andrew Stewart
2019/20 Quarantine Bay
Pontoon
upgrade
$155,000 NSW Boating Now Commenced
Update 10/08/2020: Completed
Jenny Robb Matt Collins
2020/21 Quarantine Bay
Jetty
Application to the
Recreational
Fishing trust.
Update 9/11/20: To be repurposed for a fishing and viewing platform. Currently
partly funded. Currently $30,000 for project. It will eventually be funded but not
currently. JG is confident that the entire project will be funded. Going to pursue
funding for this project. The ramp can be retrofitted. Signage to be placed on site
for the stages of the project (stage 1&2).
Update 8/2/21: Redoing the platform and the jetty for fishing.
Jenny Robb Matt Collins
2019/20 Blackfellows
Lake Boat Ramp
upgrade ^
$390,000 NSW Boating Now Request for Tender underway
Update 10/08/2020: Construction Contract awarded
Update 9/11/20: Under construction underway due to completion early December
Update 8/2/21: Blackfellows Lake – Project overview or Council resolution 27
January 2021 and planned community meeting for late February. Overview of
Chris Sparks Will Nichols
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Active and Healthy Communities
Fin Year
Committed
Grant Amount Source Progress Representative Council Project
Manager
consultation process (open consultation with information sessions on site)
with feedback reported to Council. The project was discussed at AIAC
particularly regarding difficulties with including an accessible car space in the
design and the cultural heritage assessments undertaken as part of the
project. The site is also subject to flooding which lead to recommendation of a
fixed jetty (as opposed to a floating pontoon) Noted this project consultation
occurred prior AIAC representatives being allocated to specific projects.
Update 10/5/21: Refer to AIAC presentation February 2021.
2019/20 Bermagui River
Boat Ramp
upgrade
$485,000 NSW Boating Now Request for Tender underway
Update 10/08/2020: Construction Contract awarded
Update 9/11/20: Under construction underway due to completion early December
Update 8/2/21: A Hasa Davit lift to be installed into this project.
Update 10/5/21: Carpark sealing works and line marking to be completed.
Sue Thomas Will Nichols
2019/20 ‘A Destination
for All’ – Coastal
Accessibility
Project (Bruce
Steer Pool
Bermagui, Short
Point Merimbula
and Pambula
Beach Reserve)*
$2,927,000 NSW Regional
Growth Fund -
Environment and
Tourist Fund
Commenced.
Update 11/05/20: Great job done by Council.
Update 10/08/2020: Bruce Steer – Amenities and paths complete. Ramp design
being finalised. Short Point – Stakeholder workshop held. Updated concept in
Council agenda 26/08/2020. Pambula Beach – Site works underway.
Update 9/11/2020: Design for ramp into water for Bruce Steer is still underway.
CAP – Pambula Beach and Short Point – aiming to have project completed by early
December.
Update 8/2/21: Pambula Beach Playground – Project overview and discussion
the playground part of a much bigger accessibility project in the Pambula
Beach precinct that makes improvements for range of different activities and
Ron Finneran,
Sue Thomas,
Chris Sparks,
Graham
Carmody
PB - Andy Foster
BS – Matt Collins
/
John Turville
(ramp)
SP – Amelia
Souter
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uses. Including improved pathways, accessible parking, BBQs and picnic areas,
accessible amenities, beach showers, compacted granite used around some
exercise equipment and seating around the play-space. Through these projects
it is aimed to see balance in provision across the facilities and updates are
provided to project stakeholder groups.
Bruce Steer Pool Ramp – Overview of the project to date including outcomes
of site meeting with AIAC reps in October 2020. Discussion on relationship
between ramp length, ramp grade, tide levels and movement and potential
differing uses of the ramp. (as well as access for swimming) Differing use and
access at tidal change was noted. Positive discussion and feedback from those
present.
Update 10/05/2021:
Bruce Steer Ramp: Ramp works scheduled to commence May 2021.
Pambula Beach: Carpark line marking to be completed.
Short Point:
2019/20 Rural Village
Playground
upgrades
(Mogareeka,
Bemboka,
Wyndham,
Cobargo)
$300,705 NSW Stronger
Country
Communities -
Round 1
Mogareeka Lions Parks – Complete
Cobargo – Complete
Bemboka – approaching finalisation
Wyndham - approaching finalisation
Update 10/08/2020: Completed
John Reynolds
2019/20 Eden All Abilities
Playground*
$200,000
Council
Contribution:
50%
NSW Department
of Planning
Everyone Can Play
in NSW
Submitted
Update 10/08/2020: Federal Funding announced ($400k) funding deeds being
finalised. Council endorsed Barclay Street Precinct Plan.
Update 10/05/2021: Ref AICA presentation Feb 2021. Detail design underway.
‘Everyone Can Plan link / connectivity (play-space and skate park) successful.
Jenny Robb John Turville
2019/20 Bermagui All $376,507 Stronger Country Commenced Sue Thomas John Turville
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Playground*
Council
Contribution:
$41,834
Communities –
Round 2 Update 10/08/2020: RFT completed. Negotiations to finalise project scope and
construction contracts.
Update 9/11/20: Early February completion
Should include a new toilet block.
Update 10/5/21: Completed
2020/21 Eden Fitness
Trail
$120,000
(Community
submitted
application)
Service NSW Opened on Saturday 7th November.
Softfall throughout. Great outcome. Well done to John Turville for his consultation.
Mr Finneran congratulated all involved.
New Action: Congratulate John Turville and team for their work in this space.
Jenny Robb John Turville
2020/21 Bermagui Apex
Park- Inclusive
Play Space
Grant
$376,000
Council
contribution
$42,000
Infrastructure NSW Update 8/2/21: Under construction
Sue Thomas
2019/20 Bega Park
accessible
amenities and
BBQ shelter*
$126,296 NSW Stronger
Country
Communities -
Round 2
Commenced
Update 2/3/20: Toilet construction due to start 24/2
Update 11/5/20: Toilet construction to be completed by end of May
Update 10/08/2020: Completed
Chris Sparks and
John Reynolds
2019/20
2019/20 BVSC Fish
Cleaning Table
Upgrades Phase
1
$186,399 +
Council
Contribution:
$8,855
NSW Stronger
Country
Communities -
Round 2
Funded
Update 10/08/2020: Projects linked to Boat ramp upgrades works.
Update 09/11/2020: As above. Projects linked to boat ramp upgrades
Bermagui River & Blackfellows Lake.
Update 10/05/2021: Ref AICA presentation Feb 2021. Quarantine Bay
completed. Bermagui River Completed (reviewing height)