Agenda of Ordinary Meeting of Council

Year	Name of Study/Plan
2004	Wagga Wagga Murrumbidgee River Flood Study
2009	Wagga Wagga Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan
2010	Wagga Wagga Murrumbidgee River Model Conversion Project (1D model converted to 2D model)
2011	Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Flood Study
2012	Wagga Wagga Local Government Area Murrumbidgee River Flood Modelling
2012	Tarcutta, Ladysmith and Uranquinty Flood Studies
2012	Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Scoping Study
2014	Wagga Wagga Murrumbidgee River Flood Model Revision
2015	Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Model Update
2018	Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan Adopted
2019	Major Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan
2019	Tarcutta, Ladysmith and Uranquinty Floodplain Risk Management Studies & Plans
2019	Flood Mitigation Option Feasibility Study for North Wagga & Floodplain Residents

Year

Name of Study/Plan

2004

Wagga Wagga Murrumbidgee River Flood Study

2009

Wagga Wagga Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

2010

Wagga Wagga Murrumbidgee River Model Conversion Project (1D model converted to 2D model)

2011

Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Flood Study

2012

Wagga Wagga Local Government Area Murrumbidgee River Flood Modelling

2012

Tarcutta, Ladysmith and Uranquinty Flood Studies

2012

Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Scoping Study

2014

Wagga Wagga Murrumbidgee River Flood Model Revision

2015

Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Model Update

2018

Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan Adopted

2019

Major Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

2019

Tarcutta, Ladysmith and Uranquinty Floodplain Risk Management Studies & Plans

2019

Flood Mitigation Option Feasibility Study for North Wagga & Floodplain Residents

Year	Action
2009	The 2009 Floodplain Risk Management Plan (FRMP) recommends a 1 in 100 year level of protection for Main City levee and 1 in 20 year level of protection for Nth Wagga levee.
2011	The December 2011 NSW Department of Public Works Wagga Wagga Levee Upgrade – Concept Design Report – pg 8 advises that: “Wagga Wagga City Council have determined that the design levels for the levee will be based on the following design flood events: 1. Main Levee – 100 year ARI flood event; 2. North Wagga Wagga Levee – 20 year ARI flood event.”
2012	Council Meeting Mon 22 October 2012 – resolved: That Council: a acknowledge completion of the Feasibility Study for the Wagga Wagga Main City and North Wagga Levee Upgrade project as required by the Floodplain Risk Management Plan 2009, and proceed with Community Consultation, Investigation and Detailed Design based on current modelling b endorse the implementation of the community engagement plan for the upgrade of the Main City and North Wagga Levee Upgrade project c note the current review being undertaken by state agencies on current flood data and the potential ramification of this review on Councils flood data
2013	Council Meeting 27 May 2013 – resolved: That Council: a proceed with the planned detailed design phase for the upgrade of the Main City levee b proceed with the planned detailed design phase for the upgrade of the North Wagga levee c receive a further report for consideration post completion of the detailed design phase before committing to funding the construction of the upgrade of the main city levee d receive a further report on other options for providing flood protection for North Wagga residents and commercial operators in response to feedback from the community including: i raising the North Wagga levee to a 1 in 20 year level of protection ii raising the North Wagga levee higher than a 1 in 20 year level of protection iii removing the existing North Wagga levees iv relocation of the village from the floodplain v raising residences in North Wagga vi voluntary purchase for properties in North Wagga vii raising houses in Mill and East Street that are protected by North Wagga levee two viii maintain the levees at their current level of protection and take no further action e receive a further report outlining other general flood related topics raised by the community though FloodFutures and recommendations on how Council should proceed to address these f continue to seek commitments from the State and Federal Governments
2014	Application made for funding to prepare an updated Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan which included investigation of both 1 in 100 and 1 in 20 year level of protection options for North Wagga.
2015	The June 2015 NSW Department of Public Works Nth Wagga Structural Assessment report stated: “The options assessed are as per Council’s Motion. The following table summarises the economic appraisal of all the options and shows that the most cost effective option is to raise the North Wagga Wagga levees to the 1 in 100 year flood level followed by the option of raising it to the 1 in 20 year flood level. However, it should be noted that the present value (PV) of costs for the 1 in 100 year level of protection option has not considered the costs of a number of dis-amenities identified for this option”. “In view of the above observations, it is recommended that the options 1 and 2 be shortlisted for further detailed evaluation”. Option 1 being the 1 in 20 year level of protection and option 2 being the 1 in 100 year level of protection.
2015	At the Policy and Strategy Meeting on 13 July 2015 the following was recommended before being confirmed at the 27 July Council meeting: That Council: a proceed with construction of the Main City levee to provide a 1 in 100 year level of protection, making allowance for the possibility that the North Wagga levees may also be constructed to provide a 1 in 100 year level of protection b incorporate an investigation into providing a 1 in 100 year level of protection for North Wagga into the upcoming review of the Wagga Wagga Floodplain Management Study and Plan
2015	October 2015 NSW Department of Public Works Options for the Upgrade of the Main and Nth Wagga Levees for Flood Security – Cost Effectiveness 1. Objective - This report summarises the results of cost effectiveness analysis of the alternative options to upgrade the Main and North Wagga Levees for flood security. The primary objective of this analysis is to evaluate the proposed alternative options and recommend the most cost effective option for upgrading of the Main and North Wagga Levees. 2. Options - North Wagga Levee North Wagga Levee Option 1 – “Maintain the current level of protection” North Wagga Levee Option 2 – Levee Upgrade for ARI 20 3. For North Wagga levees, the PV of Option 2 remains cost effective at lower discount rates and becomes slightly less cost effective than the Option 1 at higher discount rates.
2015	Funding received for the development of the Study and Plan and consultant (WMAWater) appointed in December 2015
2017	At the FRMAC meeting held on 4 July 2017, Committee members voted on options for inclusion in the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan.
2017	At the FRMAC meeting held on 12 September 2017, Committee members resolved: That the Committee: a receive and note the report b endorse the Stage 3 draft report of the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan and recommend that Council place on public exhibition
2017	The Draft Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan was presented to Council on 23 October 2017 and placed on public exhibition: That Council: a receive the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan b place the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan on public exhibition for a minimum of 28 days from 24 October 2017 to 21 November 2017 and invite public submissions on the draft document during the exhibition and consultation period c endorse the preparation of a formal submission by staff in response to the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan d receive a further report following the public exhibition and consultation period that will consider: i in consultation with WMAwater Pty Ltd, any submission made in respect of the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan ii proposing adoption of the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period
2018	Council adopted the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan at 26 March 2018 Council meeting which included: That Council: a receive and note the information contained in this report b acknowledge receipt of the Draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan c endorse the inclusion of Appendix M in the Draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan d endorse the suggested amendments to the Draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan following consideration of submissions received e adopt the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan (March 2018) f advise the writers of submissions received during the public exhibition period of the outcome g make application under the NSW Government’s Floodplain Management Program to undertake a North Wagga Flood Mitigation Options Feasibility Study h in relation to (g) above and in addition to the report recommendation, undertake feasibility studies of flood mitigation strategies including Option L4b and PR1 combined
2018	An application was made for funding to undertake a Flood Mitigation option feasibility study for North Wagga and floodplain residents. The application was successful (Agreement signed 20 December 2018) and a brief is currently being prepared to engage a Consultant to undertake the investigation.

Year

Action

2009

The 2009 Floodplain Risk Management Plan (FRMP) recommends a 1 in 100 year level of protection for Main City levee and 1 in 20 year level of protection for Nth Wagga levee.

2011

The December 2011 NSW Department of Public Works Wagga Wagga Levee Upgrade – Concept Design Report – pg 8 advises that:

“Wagga Wagga City Council have determined that the design levels for the levee will be based on the following design flood events:

1. Main Levee – 100 year ARI flood event;

2. North Wagga Wagga Levee – 20 year ARI flood event.”

2012

Council Meeting Mon 22 October 2012 – resolved:

That Council:

a acknowledge completion of the Feasibility Study for the Wagga Wagga Main City and North Wagga Levee Upgrade project as required by the Floodplain Risk Management Plan 2009, and proceed with Community Consultation, Investigation and Detailed Design based on current modelling

b endorse the implementation of the community engagement plan for the upgrade of the Main City and North Wagga Levee Upgrade project

c note the current review being undertaken by state agencies on current flood data and the potential ramification of this review on Councils flood data

2013

Council Meeting 27 May 2013 – resolved:

That Council:

a proceed with the planned detailed design phase for the upgrade of the Main City levee

b proceed with the planned detailed design phase for the upgrade of the North Wagga levee

c receive a further report for consideration post completion of the detailed design phase before committing to funding the construction of the upgrade of the main city levee

d receive a further report on other options for providing flood protection for North Wagga residents and commercial operators in response to feedback from the community including:

i raising the North Wagga levee to a 1 in 20 year level of protection

ii raising the North Wagga levee higher than a 1 in 20 year level of protection

iii removing the existing North Wagga levees

iv relocation of the village from the floodplain

v raising residences in North Wagga

vi voluntary purchase for properties in North Wagga

vii raising houses in Mill and East Street that are protected by North Wagga levee two

viii maintain the levees at their current level of protection and take no further action

e receive a further report outlining other general flood related topics raised by the community though FloodFutures and recommendations on how Council should proceed to address these

f continue to seek commitments from the State and Federal Governments

2014

Application made for funding to prepare an updated Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan which included investigation of both 1 in 100 and 1 in 20 year level of protection options for North Wagga.

2015

The June 2015 NSW Department of Public Works Nth Wagga Structural Assessment report stated:

“The options assessed are as per Council’s Motion. The following table summarises the economic appraisal of all the options and shows that the most cost effective option is to raise the North Wagga Wagga levees to the 1 in 100 year flood level followed by the option of raising it to the 1 in 20 year flood level. However, it should be noted that the present value (PV) of costs for the 1 in 100 year level of protection option has not considered the costs of a number of dis-amenities identified for this option”. “In view of the above observations, it is recommended that the options 1 and 2 be shortlisted for further detailed evaluation”.

Option 1 being the 1 in 20 year level of protection and option 2 being the 1 in 100 year level of protection.

2015

At the Policy and Strategy Meeting on 13 July 2015 the following was recommended before being confirmed at the 27 July Council meeting:

That Council:

a proceed with construction of the Main City levee to provide a 1 in 100 year level of protection, making allowance for the possibility that the North Wagga levees may also be constructed to provide a 1 in 100 year level of protection

b incorporate an investigation into providing a 1 in 100 year level of protection for North Wagga into the upcoming review of the Wagga Wagga Floodplain Management Study and Plan

2015

October 2015 NSW Department of Public Works Options for the Upgrade of the Main and Nth Wagga Levees for Flood Security – Cost Effectiveness

1. Objective - This report summarises the results of cost effectiveness analysis of the alternative options to upgrade the Main and North Wagga Levees for flood security. The primary objective of this analysis is to evaluate the proposed alternative options and recommend the most cost effective option for upgrading of the Main and North Wagga Levees.

2. Options - North Wagga Levee

North Wagga Levee Option 1 – “Maintain the current level of protection”

North Wagga Levee Option 2 – Levee Upgrade for ARI 20

3. For North Wagga levees, the PV of Option 2 remains cost effective at lower discount rates and becomes slightly less cost effective than the Option 1 at higher discount rates.

2015

Funding received for the development of the Study and Plan and consultant (WMAWater) appointed in December 2015

2017

At the FRMAC meeting held on 4 July 2017, Committee members voted on options for inclusion in the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan.

2017

At the FRMAC meeting held on 12 September 2017, Committee members resolved:

That the Committee:

a receive and note the report

b endorse the Stage 3 draft report of the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan and recommend that Council place on public exhibition

2017

The Draft Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan was presented to Council on 23 October 2017 and placed on public exhibition:

That Council:

a receive the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

b place the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan on public exhibition for a minimum of 28 days from 24 October 2017 to 21 November 2017 and invite public submissions on the draft document during the exhibition and consultation period

c endorse the preparation of a formal submission by staff in response to the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

d receive a further report following the public exhibition and consultation period that will consider:

i in consultation with WMAwater Pty Ltd, any submission made in respect of the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

ii proposing adoption of the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period

2018

Council adopted the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan at 26 March 2018 Council meeting which included:

That Council:

a receive and note the information contained in this report

b acknowledge receipt of the Draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

c endorse the inclusion of Appendix M in the Draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

d endorse the suggested amendments to the Draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan following consideration of submissions received

e adopt the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan (March 2018)

f advise the writers of submissions received during the public exhibition period of the outcome

g make application under the NSW Government’s Floodplain Management Program to undertake a North Wagga Flood Mitigation Options Feasibility Study

h in relation to (g) above and in addition to the report recommendation, undertake feasibility studies of flood mitigation strategies including Option L4b and PR1 combined

2018

An application was made for funding to undertake a Flood Mitigation option feasibility study for North Wagga and floodplain residents. The application was successful (Agreement signed 20 December 2018) and a brief is currently being prepared to engage a Consultant to undertake the investigation.

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019. RP-1

Reports from Staff

RP-1 Integrated Planning and Reporting - Adoption of Documents

Author: Serena Wallace

General Manager: Peter Thompson

Analysis:

This report addresses Council’s obligations in ensuring legislative compliance and meeting the requirements of the Office of Local Government in adopting and implementing the Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework.

Recommendation

That Council, having considered all submissions received relating to the exhibited documents:

a adopt the Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2019/20 inclusive of the amendments highlighted in the report

b adopt the Fees and Charges for the financial year 2019/20 inclusive of the amendments highlighted in the report

c adopt the Long Term Financial Plan 2020/29 inclusive of the amendments highlighted in the report

d sets the interest on overdue rates and charges for 2019/20, in accordance with Section 566(3) of the Local Government Act 1993, at 7.50% per annum, calculated on a daily simple interest basis (set in accordance with the limit advised by the NSW Office of Local Government)

e makes and levy the following Rates and Annual Charges for 2019/20 under the relevant sections of the Local Government Act 1993:

i Residential – City and Suburbs rate of 0.82346 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable lands situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, excluding Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $698.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate

ii Residential – Other rate of 0.62007 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable land within the Council’s area, which, in the Council’s opinion, is land which:-

(a) is not less than two hectares and not more than 40 hectares in area

(b) is either:

(i) not zoned or otherwise designated for use under an environmental planning instrument

(ii) zoned or otherwise designated for use under such an environmental planning instrument for non-urban purposes

Excludes Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $313.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

iii Residential – Villages rate of 0.55100 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value of all rateable land situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the villages of San Isidore, Gumly Gumly, Tarcutta, Humula, Uranquinty, Mangoplah, Oura, Currawarna, Ladysmith, Galore, Collingullie and North Wagga excluding Business - Villages and Rural land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $262.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

iv Business - City and Suburbs rate of 1.54740 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable non-residential land, which cannot be classified as residential, or farmland land in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993

A minimum rate of $669.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

v Business - Villages and Rural rate of 0.69413 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable land in the Council’s area, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, defined by Council Resolution 12/176, excluding lands defined as Business - City and Suburbs, Residential, and Farmland

A minimum rate of $111.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

vi Farmland rate of 0.37664 cents in the dollar, calculated on the land value of all rateable land, which, in Council’s opinion, qualifies as farmland as defined in Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993

A minimum rate of $302.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

Special Rate - Levee Upgrade

vii Residential - City and Suburbs Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.03343 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable lands situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, excluding Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993, within such centres of population

viii Residential – Other Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.02489 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable land within the Council’s area, which, in the Council’s opinion, is land which:-

(a) is not less than two hectares and not more than 40 hectares in area

(b) is either:

(i) not zoned or otherwise designated for use under an environmental planning instrument

(ii) zoned or otherwise designated for use under such an environmental planning instrument for non urban purposes

ix Residential – Villages Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.02204 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value of all rateable lands situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the villages of San Isidore, Gumly Gumly, Tarcutta, Humula, Uranquinty, Mangoplah, Oura, Currawarna, Ladysmith, Galore, Collingullie and North Wagga excluding Business - Villages and Rural land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

x Business - City and Suburbs Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.06225 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable non-residential land, which cannot be classified as residential, or farmland land in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993

xi Business - Villages and Rural Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.02784 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable land in the Council’s area, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, defined by Council Resolution 12/176, excluding lands defined as Business - City and Suburbs, Residential, and Farmland

xii Farmland - Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.00708 cents in the dollar, calculated on the land value of all rateable land, which, in Council’s opinion, qualifies as farmland as defined in Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993

xiii Sewerage Services Annual Charge of $548.00 per dwelling unit. Multiple residence properties are charged at $548.00 per residence, for all residences, and non-strata title residential premises on a single allotment (flats/units) situated within the Council’s centres of population, capable of being connected to the sewerage service scheme except when excluded by specific council policy, such charge being made in terms of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xiv Non Residential Sewer Charges

Access charge based on each and every meter connection per non-residential allotment for all non-residential premises and non-residential allotments situated within the Council’s centres of population, capable of being connected to the sewerage service scheme except when excluded by specific council policy, such charge being made in terms of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993.

Access charge based on Meter size for 2019/20 is as follows:

20mm	$168.00
25mm	$262.00
32mm	$430.00
40mm	$672.00
50mm	$1,050.00
80mm	$2,688.00
100mm	$4,200.00
150mm	$9,450.00

Non Residential includes:

(a) Non-residential strata

(b) Small community property

(d) land that belongs to a religious body and is occupied and used in connection with:

(i) a church or other building used or occupied for public worship

(ii) a building used or occupied for the purpose of religious teaching or training

(e) land that belongs to and is occupied and used in connection with a school (being a government school or non-government school within the meaning of the Education Reform Act 1990 or a school in respect of which a certificate of exemption under section 78 of that Act is in force), including:

(i) a playground that belongs to and is used in connection with the school; and

(ii) land that belongs to a public benevolent institution or public charity and is used or occupied by the institution or charity for the purposes of the institution or charity

(f) land that belongs to a public hospital

(g) land that is vested in the Minister for Health, the Health Administration Corporation or the New South Wales Health Foundation

(h) land that is vested in a university, or a university college, and is used or occupied by the university or college solely for its purposes

Usage charge

Per kl usage charge of $2.30 per kl will apply to all Non Residential Sewer customers except excluded by specific Council Policy, such charge being made in accordance with Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993.

xv Pressure Sewer Scheme – Annual pump maintenance charge (rural residential and villages). An additional sewerage service charge of $171.00 per pump for all premises connected to the sewerage system via a pressure service for the maintenance and replacement of the pump unit as necessary

xvi Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $345.00 per service on a per occupancy basis per annum for a service rendered in the centres of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xvii Domestic Waste Management Service Charge Rural Residential of $345.00 per service to be applied to all properties utilising a waste collection service managed by Council, but outside Council’s defined waste collection service areas charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xviii Domestic Waste Management Annual Charge of $56.00 per service to be applied to all properties utilising an upgraded general waste bin in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xix Domestic Waste Management Annual Charge of $61.00 per service to be applied to all properties utilising an upgraded recycling bin in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xx Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $35.00 for each parcel of rateable undeveloped land not receiving a service within the scavenging areas of the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, such charge being levied in accordance with the provisions of Sections 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxi Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $115.00 for each additional domestic bin, being an additional domestic bin provided over and above the three bins already provided by the service, rendered in the centres of population, and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993. On application, depending on individual circumstances, this fee may be waived.

xxii Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $345.00 per service per annum, for a two-bin commercial waste service rendered in the centre of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxiii Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $172.50 per service per annum, for a one-bin commercial waste service rendered in the centre of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxiv Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $115.00 for each additional commercial bin, being an additional bin provided over and above the bin/s already provided by the service, rendered in the centres of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxv Commercial Waste Management Annual Charge of $63.00 per service to be applied to all commercial properties utilising an upgraded recycling bin in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxvi Urban Area: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $455.00 per bin for each commercial service with 1-2 bins onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxvii Urban Area: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $246.00 per bin for each commercial service with 3-5 bins onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxviii Urban Area: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $187.00 per bin for each commercial service with over 5 bins onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxix Rural Areas and Villages: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $455.00 per bin for each commercial service onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxx Multi Unit Developments (Non Strata) Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $345.00 for each rateable property with an additional bin charge of $115.00 to apply for each additional bin charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993. For the purposes of Council’s Fees and Charges the definition of Multi-Unit developments (Non Strata) involves the development of three or more residential units on a site at a higher density than general housing development. This reduced charge is available on application to Council, otherwise full Domestic Waste Service Charge of $345.00 applies, per occupancy.

xxxi Multi Unit Developments Wheel Out Wheel In (WOWI) Services Charge of $206.00 per occupancy. For the purposes of Council’s Fees and Charges the definition of Multi-Unit developments (Non Strata) involves the development of three or more residential units, including Strata and Non Strata properties, on a site at a higher density than general housing development. On application, this service may be available to individual properties. Depending on individual circumstances, this fee may be waived.

xxxii Stormwater Management Service Charges

Stormwater Management Service charges will be applicable for all urban properties (i.e. residential and business) as referenced below with the following exceptions in accordance with the Division of Local Government (DLG) Stormwater Management Service Charge Guidelines dated July 2006:

· Non rateable land

· Crown Land

· Council Owned Land

· Land held under lease for private purposes granted under the Housing Act 2001 or the Aboriginal Housing Act 1998

· Vacant Land

· Rural Residential or Rural Business land not located in a village, town or city

· Land belonging to a charity and public benevolent institutions

(a) Residential Stormwater Management Service Charge of $25.00 per residential property levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

(b) Residential Medium/High Density Stormwater Management Service Charge of $12.50 per occupancy: Residential Strata, Community Title, Multiple Occupancy properties (flats and units), and Retirement Village style developments. Subject to a maximum charge of $250.00 per rateable assessment levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

(c) Business Stormwater Management Service Charge of $25.00 per business property. Properties are charged on a basis of $25.00 per 350 square metres of land area. Subject to a maximum charge of $250.00 per rateable assessment levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

(d) Business Medium/High Density Stormwater Management Service Charge of $5.00 per occupancy - Business Strata and Multiple Occupancy Business properties. Subject to a maximum charge of $250.00 per rateable assessment levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

Report

The Long Term Financial Plan 2020/29 and the Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2019/20 have been formulated together with consideration to the Wagga View Community Strategic Plan 2040 previously endorsed by Council as well as the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017/21.

These documents have been created as part of Council’s Sustainable Future Framework, based on the local government requirements for Integrated Planning and reporting.

Public Exhibition and Engagement

During the exhibition period, Council utilised the following engagement methods to promote the documents and invite submissions from the public:

· Public Notices

· Half page advertisement in Council News

· Editorial article in Council News

· Wagga View online consultation page

· Public exhibition page of Council’s website

Submissions Received

Submission	Council Response
Wagga Wagga Business Chamber
Requested $65K for business development, education, advocacy, recognition and advice for business. Requested that consideration also to be given to further funding for the Central Activity District Committee.	It is recommended that a decision in relation to this request be deferred pending further discussions with the Business Chamber and Councillors regarding this request, taking into account the consideration of a potential MOU between our organisations and to conduct a holistic view of what is currently allocated to business related activities.
Committee 4 Wagga
Requested more detail regarding the impact of the City being identified as a growth centre as part of the Long Term Financial Plan.	There have been significant capital projects included in the Long Term Financial Plan for the Northern precinct and other growth areas such as Lloyd and Gregadoo in line with the recently adopted Wagga Wagga Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2019-2034 which will cater towards the City being identified as a growth centre. Other projects such as the Active Travel Plan, Riverside and the Pomingalarna Multisport Cycling Complex will also provide for the future development needs of the city. Council is also in the process of finalising a Wagga Wagga Local Strategic Planning Statement that is a strategy to cater for a growing population.
Requested information on Council’s performance against the efficiencies target of $800K and increased revenue targets $300K for 2018/19 and whether they will recur in 2019/20.	The 2018/19 annual efficiency target is at $278K, which is currently on track due to previous years targets exceeding the $1.1M annual target. As the efficiency target is an annual goal, it is expected this will reoccur in 2019/20.
Requested the rationale behind the removal of the potential projects list.	The potential projects capital list has been removed from the documents as it sets a community expectation that the listed projects will be delivered within the identified financial year despite awaiting funding, resourcing or pending development etc. Funding for these projects are still reserved within the budget if funding sources have already been allocated.
Requested information regarding Council’s benchmarking of annual fees and charges.	In line with Council’s Fit for the Future Improvement Proposal and generating additional revenue, Council adopts where appropriate a 5% increase for all fees & charges across Council. Each individual area then reviews the proposed increases as part of the annual budget review process and determines the appropriateness of the fee, which includes benchmarking and ensuring adherence to Council’s pricing policy as included in Council’s Fees & Charges document. This policy includes guidelines on fees regarding legislation, cost recovery, Council subsidised fees, commercial mark-up and competitiveness within Local Government and the market.
Requested the Boorooma Street upgrade project be brought forward from 2025/26 to 2019/20.	The Boorooma Street upgrade project has been scheduled for 2025/26 as structure plans for the area are being completed which will further inform the project timeframe and can be amended if required in future Long Term Financial Plans.
Requested improvements to the performance measures within the plan such as the customer satisfaction data for the airport and business satisfaction performance measures for economic development.	This year Council has changed its business planning process to ensure the information we capture for the community is relevant and transparent. As we transition into the new format for the Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan we recognise that there are several improvements that need to be made to individual business areas and will work with the relevant business areas over the next 12 months to achieve these improvements.
Requested Council to provide details on how the planning service levels compare to other like-sized or larger Councils and how current performance compares to these service levels.	The NSW Department of Planning and Environment collect data from Council to report on the performance of the NSW Planning system. This report is called the Local Development Performance Monitoring report. The report is then utilised to benchmark Council’s performance against other Councils within NSW. The 2017/2018 report is not yet available. Council has contacted the department to seek advice on when this information will be made available.
Requested Council to provide a ‘beginning to end’ measurement of time to process applications.	Council’s measures around calculating the processing of development and building application is prescribed by the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.
Marsha Reilly
Request for Council to fund a position for the Library’s Language Café.	The inclusion of a 0.2 FTE for the Language Café has been included in the 2019/20 budget.

Amendments to Public Exhibition Documents - Long Term Financial Plan 2019/29 and Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2019/20

The following projects were included as potential projects in the draft documents but are now suggested to be moved to the Capital Works Delivery Program as the capacity and resourcing constraints; or project description and scope are fully defined.

Capital Works Project	Prior Years	2018/19 Budget	2019/20	2020/21	Total Project Budget (incl Prior + Future Year Budget)
Narrung Street Treatment Plant Flood Protection Infrastructure	$1,068,095	$300	$0	$81,605	$1,150,000
Sewerage Pump Station 30 Bomen New Asset	$292,451	$200,000	$800,000	$923,621	$2,216,072
Sewer Treatment Works Forest Hill Plant - New Asset	$48,806	$50,000	$1,119,871	$0	$1,218,677
Sewerage Pump Station 15 Hammond Avenue - Renewals	$35,969	$234,605	$1,329,426	$0	$1,600,000
Stormwater Drainage Works – Plumpton Road (noting that $46,178 is required to be brought forward from 2020/21 into 2018/19 so that works can commence)	$0	$170 + $46,178 from 2020/21	$0	$0	$46,348

It should be noted that the above information is also incorporated into RP-6 Financial Performance Report as at 31 May 2019, so that the appropriate adjustments can be made to the Long Term Financial Plan.

Amendments to Public Exhibition Documents - Fees and Charges 2019/20

Civic Theatre

During the public exhibition period, Council staff identified a discrepancy between the Community and Commercial hire Equipment fees for Technical Specification late fee at the Civic theatre. As a result of this review, the Community Hire fee has been reduced.

This change has been included in the final document.

Item Number

(Public Exhibition Item Number)

Fee Name

2018/19 Adopted Fee

2019/20 Public Exhibition Fee

2019/20 Final Proposed Fee

0578

(0577)

Technical Specifications/FOH Requirements late fee

$50.00

$55.00

$50.00

Domestic Waste Management Annual Charges

Following the conclusion of the public exhibition period, Council staff identified the need to include an additional Medical needs concession for Domestic Waste Management. This new concession allows for residents (who have no able-bodied persons living with them) to apply for assistance with placing bins out on the kerb for collection and having them returned to the property. The concession is on an annual basis or for a set period as determined by the medical practitioner’s supporting letter.

This new fee concession has been included in the final document.

Item Number

(Public Exhibition Item Number)

Fee Name

2018/19 Adopted Fee

2019/20 Public Exhibition Fee

2019/20 Final Proposed Fee

0073

(N/A)

Medical Needs: Infirm Walk out/Walk in Service

N/A

$0.00

Art Gallery

Following the conclusion of the public exhibition period, Council staff identified a need to amend a number of proposed fees for the Art Gallery. The proposed fee changes aim to increase participation and access from a wide range of artists and ages.

The proposed Art Gallery workshop fees are similar to the adopted approach taken at the Museum and Library, and is dependent on content of the workshop, alongside an assessment of accessible participation by the target audience.

The Links Gallery Space has been reviewed against the current fee. It was identified that the fee was a barrier for emerging and local artists, and therefore is suggested to be removed to enable access and participation.

These changes have been included in the final document.

Item Number (Public Exhibition Item Number)	Fee Name	2018/19 Adopted Fee	2019/20 Public Exhibition Fee	2019/20 Final Proposed Fee
0610 (0609)	Links Gallery – weekly rate	$50.00	$55.00	$0.00
0631 (0630)	Workshop fee – Adult art workshops (6 hours)	$85.00	$90.00	$50-$120 depending on content
0632 (0631)	Workshop fee – Adult art workshops (3 hours)	$45.00	$48.00	$20-$50 depending on content
0633 (0632)	Workshop fee – Children’s art workshops	$20.00	$21.00	$10-$25 depending on content

Developer Contributions Charges

To enable clarity for developers, Council staff have included an appendix to the 2019/20 Fees and Charges that outlines the Developer Contributions charges applicable for the 2019/20 financial year. Appendix A – Developer Contributions details the charges applicable for the 2019/20 financial year for each of Councils adopted contributions plans.

Financial Implications

The development of the 2020/29 Long Term Financial Plan has not been one without its challenges.

Limited revenue from rate peg along with increased expectations from the community in relation to delivering outcomes, building new facilities while still managing a significant asset base, and the large infrastructure renewal shortfall places pressure on Council even more so into the future. It is therefore imperative that Council make well-informed and considered decisions that are sustainable into the future noting that there are limited funds available.

The 2020/29 Long Term Financial Plan is presented to Council for adoption. A balanced budget position is shown for the 2019/20 financial year only, which was achieved through identifying operating efficiencies as a result of Council’s continuous improvement program. Future projected deficits highlight the significant issues that Council is facing due to the unfavorable adjustments to revenue sources in previous financial years.

Council’s 10 year budgeted bottom lines – surplus/(deficts)

The LTFP is updated and presented to the community and Council on an annual basis. A summary of the 2020/19 budget is shown below:

2020/29 Budget Snapshot:

$119.3 million – total operating income budget by category:

$129.8 million – total operating expenditure budget

Capital Works:

$36.8 million - Capital renewals

$36.6 million - New Capital projects

$73.4 million – Total Capital works included in Delivery Program

Financial Request

The Wagga Wagga Business Chamber have requested $65K for business development, education, advocacy, recognition and advice for business (as per the attached submission).

It is recommended that a decision in relation to this request be deferred pending further discussions with the Business Chamber and Councillors.

If Councillors resolve to commit to this funding request it could be funded from the loan interest savings (forecasted borrowing rates versus actual borrowing rates achieved) which is presented to Councillors after the compilation of the 2018/19 financial year end statements – approximately October 2019.

Policy and Legislation

These documents have been created to meet Council’s Integrated Planning and Reporting requirements under the Local Government Act 1993.

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We plan long term

Risk Management Issues for Council

The inability to meet everyone’s expectations will continue to be a challenge for Council’s planning process. Council will continue to be active during the public exhibition phase of the planning documents to ensure that the community is informed of the documents and their content and given an opportunity to make a submission.

Due to the nature of budget estimates, the current LTFP may have a number of projects with inaccurate costings (particularly projects that have been included in previous years LTFP’s that were costed over two years ago). This means that there is a risk that the current costings for some projects may be inaccurate once detailed designs and costings are undertaken. In these instances, reports will be presented to Council for consideration.

Internal / External Consultation

The documents were placed on public exhibition from for a 28 day period from the 30 April – 28 May 2019. As part of the exhibition period a variety of communication methods were used, to not only promote the public exhibition period but also promote the purpose of the documents.

Mail

Media

Community Engagement

Digital

Rates notices insert

Direct mail

Letterbox drop

Council news

Media releases

Print advertising

TV/radio advertising

One-on-one meetings

Your Say website

Community meetings

Stakeholder workshops

Drop-in sessions

Surveys and feedback forms

Social media

Email newsletters

Website

Digital advertising

TIER

Consult

Attachments

1 ⇩.	IPR Submission - Business Chambers
2 ⇩.	IPR Submission - Committee 4 Wagga
3 ⇩.	IPR Submission - Marsha Reilly
4 ⇨.	2020/2029 Long Term Financial Plan - Provided under separate cover
5 ⇨.	2019/2020 Fees and Charges - Provided under separate cover
6 ⇨.	Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2019/2020 - Provided under separate cover

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-4

RP-4 Planning Proposal LEP19/0002 - Proposed amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 for land located on Morgan, Murray and Forsyth Streets, Wagga Wagga

Author: Crystal Golden

Director: Natalie Te Pohe

Summary:

The purpose of this planning proposal is to facilitate a high-density mixed-use development on land located between Morgan, Murray and Forsyth Street, Wagga Wagga. The recommendation is to proceed with the planning proposal and request a Gateway Determination with the Department of Planning and Environment.

Recommendation

That Council:

a support planning proposal LEP19/0002 to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

b submit the planning proposal LEP19/0002 to the Department of Planning and Environment for Gateway Determination

c note that discussions for a voluntary planning agreement have commenced and will be subject to a separate Council report

d note that any decision on the use or sale of Council owned land will be subject to a separate Council report

e prepare an amendment to the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 to be exhibited alongside the planning proposal to address development matters raised

f receive a further report after the public exhibition period and upon finalisation of the voluntary planning agreement:

i noting the voluntary planning agreement outcomes

ii addressing any submissions made in respect of the planning proposal

iii proposing adoption of the planning proposal unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period

Application Details

Submitted Proposal:

Amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 to reclassify land, amend zoning, height of building and floor space ratio.

Applicant

Damasa Pty Ltd

Manuel & Daniel Donebus

Land Owners:

Various landowners provided under confidential cover

The Proposal

Council is in receipt of a planning proposal to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010. The proposal intends to reclassify community land, rezone land from RE1 Public Recreation and R1 General Residential to B4 Mixed Use, increase the building height to 35 metres and remove the floor space ratio provisions.

The site has a combination of zones, height of building and floor space ratio provisions which already allows for development to occur. The intent of the planning proposal is to optimise the development potential on the site and to facilitate an improved urban outcome.

The proposed amendments are shown in the maps below:

The application and supporting documents are provided under separate cover (Attachment 1).

Site and location

The site is located west of the central business district and north of the Wagga Wagga Base Hospital and Sturt Highway.

The site is an existing mixed-use site that operates as a local business centre within an establish neighbourhood. Surrounding land uses are residential with the Wollundry Lagoon located to the north of the site opposite Forsyth Street.

Key considerations

The assessment has considered the following:

1. Competition with the central business district and health precinct:

Most of the site has an existing B4 mixed use zone with approximately 8,000 square metres of operating retail type uses in the area. The objectives of the B4 Mixed Use zone are to:

§ To provide a mixture of compatible land uses

§ To integrate suitable business, office, residential, retail and other development in accessible locations so as to maximise public transport patronage and encourage walking and cycling

The area provides local services in the form of retail uses consistent with the B4 mixed use zone objectives and is emerging as a key office precinct outside the central business district with existing and emerging state government tenancies.

The planning proposal seeks to optimise the use of the land and will provide for a more intense mix use development on the site with additional commercial opportunities and higher density residential uses. The proposed rezoning from RE1 Public Recreation and R1 General Residential to B4 Mixed Use will result in approximately 7,300 square metres of additional B4 Mixed Use zoned land in addition to the existing 34,000 square metres of B4 Mixed Use zoned land. The concept master plan provided with the application indicates that the proposed retail space will be around 8,628 square metres which is a slight increase on the existing 8,000 square metres. The proposed additional office and retail area is considered in the application to have no significant impact on the central business district.

The purpose of the B4 Mixed Use zoned precinct will be to support and compliment the primacy of the central business district as well as the emerging health precinct. The proposal attempts to provide long-term employment opportunities supported by high density residential uses on the site. It will encourage the redevelopment of the site and provide opportunities to promote walking and cycling with connections between the CBD and health precinct.

2. Maximising potential usage of a key infill site for residential purposes close to the city centre:

The site is a key opportunity site within proximity to the central business district and emerging health precinct. The site has potential to provide additional employment and residential opportunities.

A review of land supply in 2015 estimated that there were approximately 426 hectares of urban release area land (Lloyd, Boorooma, Gobbagombalin and Estella). With the current growth rate and density rates of 8 dwellings per hectare, this land could only support growth for a further 10 years to 2025.

With Council planning for a higher growth rate, this supply could be reduced to 5 years supply, only supporting growth to 2020.

Whilst most of the housing will be provided for within urban release areas, infill development, through redevelopment and intensification as proposed, will also play a vital role in utilising existing services to accommodate the growth population of the city. The proposal will optimise the use of land that is currently serviced by public infrastructure and accessible to existing local community facilities.

3. Exclusion of north-western portion of urban block:

The north-western portion of the urban block is currently utilised for a combination of general and medium density residential, and a sewer pump station exists on the corner of Forsyth and Docker Streets. The area has been considered for inclusion in the planning proposal, however, there is insufficient information to support inclusion of the site at this stage.

Broader strategic planning work is required before considering changes to this part of the area.

4. Managing impact on amenity of surrounding sites:

The surrounding area is predominately residential in nature and intensification of the site has the potential to impact on the amenity of the area.

Development standards for setback, design, open space and height along with the SEPP 65 and Apartment Design Guide, will guide future development outcomes on the site to ensure the existing amenity is not impacted. The subject site is large enough to accommodate appropriate setbacks and open space as part of any development proposal to minimise impacts. The mix of commercial and residential uses is consistent with what is currently located on the site.

5. Increase in height restriction and removal of floor space ratio:

Whilst the increase in the height limit and the removal of the floor space ratio provisions could appear to enable large bulky developments on the site, the design will be managed through other development provisions for public / private open space, parking requirements, setbacks and overshadowing. This will be a consideration as part of any proposed development application for the site to ensure appropriate bulk, scale and impact on adjoining areas.

6. Reclassification and loss of community land:

The Council owned site that forms part of the planning proposal is known as 205 Morgan Street and is privately leased by a community club. The reclassification of the site will enable Council to consider whether the land is surplus and dispose of the site. While the reclassification could result in a loss of community classified land available, there are several other suitable sites across the city that could be utilised for similar purposes. Discussions have commenced with the existing community club regarding possible relocation.

The site is identified as being a key infill site with opportunities to provide additional employment land within proximity to the city and existing services. A separate report will consider the site and any future needs of the site. This planning proposal will facilitate a reclassification and rezoning of the site to enable future opportunities; however, the site could continue to be privately leased by the community club under the proposed provisions.

The reclassification will require a community hearing to be undertaken to ensure community members can present their concerns on the reclassification and potential loss of community land. This will be conditioned as part of the Gateway Determination if approved by NSW Department of Planning and Environment.

7. Traffic and parking considerations:

The planning proposal was submitted with a traffic and parking impact assessment for a proposed configuration of the site. The assessment indicates that the site can accommodate adequate parking on site. It also considers that the existing road network can accommodate the proposed configuration, however, there is currently a need to upgrade the intersection of Docker, Morgan and Bolton Streets as it is already at a level of service ‘F’ which indicates this intersection is already at capacity and needing upgrades. As the intersection is currently a ‘give way’ treatment, other intersection treatments are required to manage existing movements. Other intersections around the proposal site are operating at a level of service of ‘A’ or ‘B’, meaning there is capacity.

It is noted that the surrounding roads currently accommodate on-street parking which is in demand from the existing development and other developments in the locality. There is an opportunity to improve the existing parking arrangements on site and on surrounding roads.

A detailed assessment of traffic and parking will be considered at development application stage when the development design is finalised. A condition of development consent may require a parking strategy and management plan for the site.

8. Infrastructure:

One of the key issues to consider with LEP amendments is the impacts of any proposal on existing infrastructure and the ability of existing networks to cope with increased demands. The site is in an existing urban environment and has access to existing services and infrastructure including roads, reticulated water and waste collection services. Other infrastructure networks and services, including public transport, waste management/recycling, health, education, emergency, mail and other community services are established in the local area and accessible to the subject site.

Existing stormwater infrastructure in the area captures stormwater from the existing development. Where development proposes to increase the amount of stormwater, stormwater strategies can be put in place to ensure adequate measures are in place to manage impacts. A Stormwater Report would be required as part of the future development application to address how additional flow would be safely handled considering the existing overland flow flooding identified in the Major Overland Flow Flood Study 2015 (or as amended).

9. Voluntary Planning Agreement:

The applicant has sourced Council’s advice in relation to opportunities through a voluntary planning agreement. Development in the precinct presents opportunities to consider entering to a voluntary planning agreement with the developer. The full details of any voluntary planning agreement, while relevant, is a separate process that will run alongside this proposal. Any agreement will be subject to a separate Council report.

The progress of the voluntary planning agreement will be taken into consideration prior to reporting to Council on the outcomes of community consultation. This will ensure that any voluntary planning agreement is in place prior to the planning proposal progressing to finalisation.

10. Heritage:

The site does not contain any heritage item listing or conservation area coverage. The proposal indicates a desire to acknowledge and interpret the original ‘Dunlop’ building with its distinctive saw tooth roof structure. With no specific heritage controls applying to the site requiring consideration of heritage matters, it is encouraging to see that the urban design considerations have been proactive in acknowledging the history of the site.

11. Existing use rights and postponement of rates

The proposal includes the rezoning of five residential lots from R1 General Residential zone to B4 Mixed Use zone. Approved dwellings on these lots will be able to continue to exist under existing use rights. Existing use rights provided under Section 4.64 of Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 protects private owners from the effect of zoning changes and allows them to continue to use their land in a particular way, even though it may be inconsistent with the zoning of the land. While consultation has not yet been undertaken with these landowners, direct consultation will be undertaken during the formal community consultation period conditioned by the Gateway Determination.

Council may also postpone the payment of commercial rates on these properties under the provisions of Section 585 and 591 of the Local Government Act 1993, upon application. However, if the use or occupancy changes from a single dwelling‑house, Council must be informed, and the postponed rates and interest charges will become due and payable (up to a maximum of 5 years). This will also be communicated to the landowners during the consultation period.

Conclusion:

An assessment has been undertaken (Attachment 2) and has determined that the planning proposal is supported for the following reasons:

§ It will facilitate a higher density mixed use development within proximity to the city centre consistent with Council’s adopted strategies.

§ The proposal presents opportunities to contribute to housing diversity to meet demand.

§ The proposal will present benefits to the broader community through increased residential opportunities close to employment precincts with connections to active travel options.

§ It is consistent with the relevant S9.1 Ministerial Directions.

§ The information provided with the application provides adequate justification to support the planning proposal and forward to the Department of Planning and Environment seeking Gateway Determination.

§ Discussions have commenced regarding a voluntary planning agreement to capture opportunities with development in the area.

Financial Implications

The application has been submitted with the applicable Major LEP Amendment fee of $30,000. The proponent has paid this fee.

Policy and Legislation

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

Chapter 15, Part 8, Division 2 of the Local Government Act 1993

Link to Strategic Plan

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have sustainable urban development

Risk Management Issues for Council

An approval of the proposal may be subject to public scrutiny during the public consultation process and may put additional pressure on Council to consider the increase of density around the central business district.

Refusal of the application may result in an appeal process. The applicant has the ability to appeal Council’s decision by submitting the planning proposal to the Department of Planning and Environment through a pre-Gateway review process. The reasons for refusal will have to be justified and withstand scrutiny and cross-examination.

Internal / External Consultation

Various Councillor workshops were held on the 3 December 2018, 21 January 2019 and 6 May 2019.

Internal referral occurred. There is support for the proposal to proceed.

Formal public consultation with the general public and referral agencies will occur after the Gateway Determination.

As this proposal includes a reclassification of community land to operational, a public hearing will be conditioned as part of any Gateway Determination. The public hearing will be chaired by an independent person and will enable affected community members to raise concerns in a public forum. The independent chair will prepare a report with recommendations based on the public hearing.

Proposed consultation methods are indicated in the table below.

Mail

Media

Community Engagement

Digital

Rates notices insert

Direct mail

Letterbox drop

Council news story

Council News advert

Media releases

TV/radio advertising

One-on-one meetings

Your Say website

Community meetings

Stakeholder workshops

Drop-in sessions

Surveys and feedback forms

Social media

Email newsletters

Website

Digital advertising

TIER

Consult

Attachments

1 ⇨.

Planning Proposal Application - Provided under separate cover

2 ⇩.

Planning Proposal Assessent Report - LEP19/0002 - Morgan Street

3 .

LEP19/0002 - Land Owner Details

This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, as it deals with: personnel matters concerning particular individuals. - Provided under separate cover

Submissions received

Submitter

Comment

Response

Submitter 1

- Accepted a building height of 8 stories as it would complement Kilnacroft but considers 12-14 levels too high for a heritage area.

- Such a development will bring excessively high number of vehicles in an area where parking is already lacking.

- Retail will not work without extra parking.

- The height will overshadow Kilnacroft and reduce the amount of light.

The concerns are acknowledged.

The planning proposal does not provide approval for the building design or parking requirements.

The issues raised will form part of the assessment of any development application lodged for development on the site.

Submitter 2

- Acknowledges the current 25 metre building height restricts optimum development and strongly supports the proposal.

- The correct lot is Lot 12, not Lot 11.

- Query the retention of a 25 metre height of building restriction on the adjoining property, 9 Sturt Street (Lot 11 DP 1237398). While 9 Sturt Street contains an existing 2 storey building occupied by a dental practice, the site is also zoned B4 mixed use and it should also have the height of building restriction removed.

- Does not object in principle to the zero setback street wall to Sturt Street identified in the plan, however believes it cannot physically be achieved as a result of the presence of a 2.5 metre wide sewer easement.

- The right of way of Sturt Street is not considered to be appropriate as the only access point for access to 11 Sturt Street.

- Understands that a new design is in progress and there will be opportunity to review the updated design at development application stage, however, wanted to raise concerns now to be considered as part of the new design.

The concerns are acknowledged.

The incorrect lot reference is noted, the mapping and street address is correct. The correct lot details will be provided as part of the request for the plan to be made if adopted.

The planning proposal does not provide approval for the building design or access.

The issues raised will form part of the assessment of any future development application lodged for development on the site.

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019. RP-6

RP-6 Financial Performance Report as at 31 May 2019

Author: Carolyn Rodney

Director: Natalie Te Pohe

Summary:

This report is for Council to consider and approve the proposed 2018/19 budget variations required to manage the 2018/19 budget and Long Term Financial Plan, and details Council’s external investments and performance as at 31 May 2019.

Recommendation

That Council:

a approve the proposed 2018/19 budget variations for the month ended 31 May 2019 and note the balanced budget position as presented in this report

b approve the Potential Projects outlined within the report to be included in the 2018/19 Capital Works Delivery Program

c in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act, provide financial assistance of:

i $90 to the Department of Family & Community Services

ii $5,669 (incl. GST) to the Returned and Services League of Australia Wagga Wagga RSL Sub-Branch

d note the Responsible Accounting Officer’s reports, in accordance with the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 (Part 9 Division 3: Clause 203) that the financial position of Council is satisfactory having regard to the original estimates of income and expenditure and the recommendations made above

e note the details of the external investments as at 31 May 2019 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993

Report

Wagga Wagga City Council (Council) forecasts a balanced budget position as at 31 May 2019. Proposed budget variations are detailed in this report for Council’s consideration and adoption.

Council has experienced a negative monthly investment performance for the month of May when compared to budget. This is mainly due to a negative performance by Council’s Managed Fund.

Key Performance Indicators

OPERATING INCOME

Total operating income is 92% of approved budget, which is tracking on budget for the end of May (this percentage excludes capital grants and contributions). An adjustment has been made to reflect the levy of rates that occurred at the start of the financial year. Excluding this adjustment, operating income received is 97%.

OPERATING EXPENSES

Total operating expenditure is 88% of approved budget and is tracking close to the budget for the full financial year.

CAPITAL INCOME

Total capital income is 64% of approved budget. It is important to note that the actual income from capital is influenced by the timing of the receipt of capital grants and contributions relating to projects. This income also includes the sale of property, plant and equipment.

CAPITAL EXPENDITURE

Total capital expenditure including commitments is 87% of approved budget.

WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE 1 JULY 2018 TO 31 MAY 2019
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT
	ORIGINAL BUDGET 2018/19	BUDGET ADJ 2018/19	APPROVED BUDGET 2018/19	YTD ACTUAL EXCL COMMT'S 2018/19	COMMT'S 2018/19	YTD ACTUAL + COMMT'S 2018/19	YTD % OF BUD
Revenue
Rates & Annual Charges	(66,609,093)	0	(66,609,093)	(61,220,924)	0	(61,220,924)	92%
User Charges & Fees	(26,844,544)	692,404	(26,152,140)	(23,590,017)	0	(23,590,017)	90%
Interest & Investment Revenue	(2,917,452)	(822,999)	(3,740,451)	(4,221,100)	0	(4,221,100)	113%
Other Revenues	(2,983,104)	(332,402)	(3,315,506)	(3,227,015)	0	(3,227,015)	97%
Operating Grants & Contributions	(13,284,867)	3,268,762	(10,016,104)	(9,233,282)	0	(9,233,282)	92%
Capital Grants & Contributions	(36,517,290)	13,676,543	(22,840,747)	(16,203,055)	0	(16,203,055)	71%
Total Revenue	(149,156,350)	16,482,308	(132,674,042)	(117,695,393)	0	(117,695,393)	89%

Expenses
Employee Benefits & On-Costs	44,786,608	40,119	44,826,728	38,452,110	14,231	38,466,341	86%
Borrowing Costs	3,752,580	(121,277)	3,631,304	4,143,661	0	4,143,661	114%
Materials & Contracts	32,384,231	6,081,193	38,465,424	28,789,472	3,378,048	32,167,520	84%
Depreciation & Amortisation	35,418,997	0	35,418,997	32,467,414	0	32,467,414	92%
Other Expenses	12,125,204	(2,355,984)	9,769,220	8,986,777	59,238	9,046,015	93%
Total Expenses	128,467,621	3,644,051	132,111,672	112,839,433	3,451,517	116,290,951	88%

Net Operating (Profit)/Loss	(20,688,729)	20,126,360	(562,370)	(4,855,960)	3,451,517	(1,404,442)

Net Operating (Profit)/Loss before Capital Grants & Contributions	15,828,561	6,449,817	22,278,378	11,347,095	3,451,517	14,798,613

Capital / Reserve Movements
Capital Exp - Renewals	33,460,752	(1,856,230)	32,024,746	20,825,931	11,837,483	32,663,414	102%
Capital Exp - New Projects	32,626,087	(11,374,968)	20,168,454	11,647,907	2,000,204	13,648,111	68%
Capital Exp - Project Concepts	23,554,733	(22,538,942)	1,678,232	445,608	132,728	578,336	34%
Loan Repayments	3,129,777	(225,924)	2,903,853	2,661,865	0	2,661,865	92%
New Loan Borrowings	(6,108,672)	1,503,878	(4,604,793)	0	0	0	0%
Sale of Assets	(952,795)	(2,701,703)	(3,654,498)	(766,384)	(72,250)	(838,634)	23%
Net Movements Reserves	(29,602,157)	17,067,530	(12,534,626)	0	0	0	0%
Total Cap/Res Movements	56,107,727	(20,126,360)	35,981,367	34,814,928	13,898,165	48,713,093

	ORIGINAL BUDGET 2018/19	BUDGET ADJ 2018/19	APPROVED BUDGET 2018/19	YTD ACTUAL EXCL COMMT'S 2018/19	COMMT'S 2018/19	YTD ACTUAL + COMMT'S 2018/19	YTD % OF BUD
Net Result after Depreciation	35,418,997	0	35,418,997	29,958,968	17,349,683	47,308,651

Add back Depreciation Expense	35,418,997	0	35,418,997	32,467,414	0	32,467,414	92%

Cash Budget (Surplus)/Deficit	0	0	0	(2,508,445)	17,349,683	14,841,237

Revised Budget Result - Surplus/(Deficit)

$’000s

Original 2018/19 Budget Result as adopted by Council

Total Budget Variations approved to date

Budget variations for May 2019

Proposed revised budget result for 31 May 2019

The proposed Budget Variations to 31 May 2019 are listed below:

*Budget Variation*			*Amount*			*Funding Source*	*Net Impact* *Fav/ (Unfav)*
*2 – Safe and Healthy Community*
Lawn Cemetery Garden		$9K			Parks Open Space Operational Savings ($9K)		Nil
Funds are required for the installation (earthworks and landscaping) of a new garden bed at the Wagga Lawn Cemetery. The new garden is required due to the Lawn Cemetery Stage 2 Expansion. It is proposed to fund the works from operational savings within the Parks Open Space budgets. Estimated Completion Date: 30 June 2019
Cemetery Operating Reserve	$50K			Parks Open Space Operational Savings ($50K)
It is proposed to transfer current operational savings within the Parks Open Space budgets to the Cemetery Operating Reserve. The savings in 2018/19 are as a result of a reduction in the amount of work undertaken by contractors completing scheduled Parks maintenance. The Cemetery Operating Reserve is forecasted to deplete in future years. This is due to an anticipated reduction in expected income as a result of increased competition and significant reductions in fees charged.
*4 – Community Place and Identity*
Refurbishment of HMAS Sydney Mast		$5K			Communications budget ($5K)		Nil
Council is in receipt of a request from The Returned and Services League of Australia (RSL) Wagga Wagga Sub-Branch to contribute to the refurbishment of the HMAS Mast. The total cost of the refurbishment was $19K, with the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) contributing $8K, and the balance of $11K to be funded equally from the Wagga Wagga Sub-Branch and Wagga Wagga City Council. This is recognised as a financial contribution in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act, however the funds will be sourced from operational savings in the marketing and communications budget rather than the financial assistance budget.
Sorry Day – Ngangkari Healing Services		$15K			Murrumbidgee Community Grant Income ($15K)		Nil
Council has been successful in securing grant funds from Murrumbidgee Community Grants for the services of Ngangkari Healing Services as part of Sorry Day. Estimated Completion Date: 30 June 2019
Riverina Library Science Festival		$19K			Department of Industry ($19K)		Nil
Council has been successful in securing Federal Grant funds through the Department of Industry for National Science Week 12–18 August 2019. The funds will be utilised by the Library to deliver various events throughout the week including Future Worlds and the National Indigenous Science Education Program Community Day. Estimated Completion: August 2019
Library Science Programs	$8K			Inspiring Australia NSW Grant ($8K)			Nil
Council has been successful in securing NSW Government grant funds through the Inspiring Australia Program. The funds will be utilised by the Library to deliver a range of science-based programs over 12 months that include sustainability, microbiology, mathematics, coding and technology. Estimated Completion: June 2020

*5 – The Environment*
Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC) Large Cardboard Compactor Purchase	$50K	NSW EPA Grant ($50K)	Nil
Council has been successful in securing NSW EPA grant funding to assist with the purchase of a large cardboard compactor for the GWMC. Council currently operates a small compactor which is currently being upgraded this financial year to cater for capacity issues. This will bring the total project budget up to $300K, with the additional $50K required for upgrading the power across to the transfer station due to the size increase of the cardboard compactor. Estimated Completion: August 2019
Stormwater Drainage Works - Plumpton Road	$47K	Section 64 Reserve ($47K)	Nil
Funds are required for the construction of a 105 metre of stormwater pipe to expand the network along Plumpton Road due to subdivision activity, as included in the Wagga Wagga City Council Development Servicing Plan – Stormwater November 2007 (Section 64). It is proposed to fund these works from the Section 64 Stormwater Reserve. These funds were moved as part of the project reset report into 2020/21, and as a potential project, however the works are about to commence, and the funding is required to be brought into 2018/19 with some potential carryover into 2019/20.
			Nil

Capital Works Projects – Transfer from Potential Projects into Delivery Program and Bringing Forward of Funds from 2020/21

The Potential Projects is a list of adopted Capital Works projects which have not been included in the 2018/19 Delivery Program for the following reason(s):

- Capacity and resourcing constraints

- Project description and scope not fully defined

- External funding to be determined

The following projects are now considered to meet the necessary requirements to be included in the Capital Works Delivery Program with the Stormwater Drainage Works associated with Plumpton Road to be brought forward from 2020/21 so that works can commence:

Capital Works Project	Prior Years	2018/19 Budget	2019/20	2020/21	Total Project Budget (incl Prior + Future Year Budget)
Narrung Street Treatment Plant Flood Protection Infrastructure	$1,068,095	$300	$0	$81,605	$1,150,000
Sewerage Pump Station 30 Bomen New Asset	$292,451	$200,000	$800,000	$923,621	$2,216,072
Sewer Treatment Works Forest Hill Plant - New Asset	$48,806	$50,000	$1,119,871	$0	$1,218,677
Sewerage Pump Station 15 Hammond Avenue - Renewals	$35,969	$234,605	$1,329,426	$0	$1,600,000
Stormwater Drainage Works – Plumpton Road (noting that $46,178 is required to be brought forward from 2020/21 into 2018/19 so that works can commence)	$0	$170 + $46,178 from 2020/21	$0	$0	$46,348

It should be noted that the above information is also incorporated into RP-1 Integrated Planning and Reporting – Adoption of Documents, so that the appropriate adjustments can be made to the Long Term Financial Plan 2020/29 and the Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2019/20 accordingly.

Current Restrictions

RESERVES SUMMARY
31 MAY 2019
	CLOSING BALANCE 2017/18	ADOPTED RESERVE TRANSFERS 2018/19	BUDGET VARIATIONS APPROVED UP TO COUNCIL MEETING 27.05.19	PROPOSED CHANGES for Council Resolution	REVISED BALANCE

Externally Restricted
Developer Contributions - Sect 7.11	(19,959,750)	7,405,683	(10,250,301)		(22,804,367)
Developer Contributions - Sect 7.12	(465,272)	358,500	112,629		5,857
Developer Contributions – S/Water DSP S64	(5,478,298)	500,000	(1,153,831)	46,178	(6,085,951)
Sewer Fund	(26,204,212)	4,267,364	(5,887,945)		(27,769,793)
Solid Waste	(20,184,154)	9,600,364	(8,733,353)		(19,317,142)
Specific Purpose Grants	(3,519,384)	0	3,519,384		0
SRV Levee	(2,847,382)	1,807,667	(798,197)		(1,837,912)
Stormwater Levy	(3,167,296)	162,032	(97,159)		(3,102,423)
Total Externally Restricted	(81,825,747)	24,101,610	(23,288,772)	46,178	(80,911,731)

Internally Restricted
Airport	(63,685)	(158,452)	(25,598)		(247,735)
Art Gallery	(49,209)	13,262	0		(35,947)
Ashmont Community Facility	(6,000)	(1,500)	0		(7,500)
Bridge Replacement	(201,972)	(100,000)	0		(301,972)
CBD Carparking Facilities	(863,695)	160,302	(59,501)		(762,894)
CCTV	(74,476)	(10,000)	0		(84,476)
Cemetery Perpetual	(65,479)	(129,379)	103,758		(91,100)
Cemetery	(452,507)	420	79,947	(50,000)	(422,141)
Civic Theatre Operating	0	(55,000)	24,485		(30,515)
Civic Theatre Technical Infrastructure	(92,585)	(50,000)	63,711		(78,875)
Civil Projects	(155,883)	0	0		(155,883)
Community Amenities	(76,763)	0	0		(76,763)
Community Works	(61,888)	(59,720)	17,000		(104,608)
Council Election	(255,952)	(76,333)	44,045		(288,240)
Emergency Events	(220,160)	0	29,000		(191,160)
Employee Leave Entitlements	(3,322,780)	0	0		(3,322,780)
Environmental Conservation	(131,351)	20,295	0		(111,056)
Estella Community Centre	(230,992)	178,519	(178,519)		(230,992)
Event Attraction Reserve	0	0	(4,421)		(4,421)
Family Day Care	(320,364)	75,366	(1,556)		(246,555)
Fit for the Future	(5,340,222)	4,444,014	896,208		(0)
Generic Projects Saving	(1,056,917)	150,000	122,306		(784,611)
Glenfield Community Centre	(19,704)	(2,000)	0		(21,704)
Grants Commission	(5,199,163)	0	5,199,163		0
Grassroots Cricket	(70,992)	0	0		(70,992)
Gravel Pit Restoration	(767,509)	0	0		(767,509)

RESERVES SUMMARY
31 MAY 2019
	CLOSING BALANCE 2017/18	ADOPTED RESERVE TRANSFERS 2018/19	BUDGET VARIATIONS APPROVED UP TO COUNCIL MEETING 27.05.19	PROPOSED CHANGES for Council Resolution	REVISED BALANCE
Gurwood Street Property	(50,454)	0	0		(50,454)
Information Services	(369,113)	77,858	73,406		(217,850)
Infrastructure Replacement	(193,634)	(68,109)	(62,934)		(324,677)
Insurance Variations	(28,644)	0	(71,603)		(100,246)
Internal Loans	(518,505)	(631,470)	(228,112)		(1,378,087)
Lake Albert Improvements	(62,349)	(21,563)	64,054		(19,858)
LEP Preparation	(3,895)	0	1,350		(2,545)
Livestock Marketing Centre	(5,724,767)	(1,146,762)	890,532		(5,980,998)
Museum Acquisitions	(39,378)	0	0		(39,378)
Oasis Building Renewal	(209,851)	(85,379)	3,000		(292,230)
Oasis Plant	(1,140,543)	390,000	(481,652)		(1,232,195)
Parks & Recreation Projects	(79,648)	49,500	0		(30,148)
Pedestrian River Crossing	(10,775)	0	10,775		0
Plant Replacement	(3,935,062)	253,958	1,093,434		(2,587,671)
Playground Equipment Replacement	(164,784)	69,494	0		(95,290)
Project Carryovers	(2,006,338)	402,808	914,760		(688,770)
Public Art	(208,754)	30,300	64,997		(113,457)
Robertson Oval Redevelopment	(92,151)	0	0		(92,151)
Senior Citizens Centre	(15,627)	(2,000)	0		(17,627)
Sister Cities	(36,328)	(10,000)	0		(46,328)
Stormwater Drainage	(180,242)	0	22,000		(158,242)
Strategic Real Property	(475,000)	401,305	(395,655)		(469,350)
Street Lighting Replacement	(74,755)	0	18,206		(56,549)
Subdivision Tree Planting	(582,108)	40,000	0		(542,108)
Sustainable Energy	(588,983)	95,000	4,470		(489,512)
Traffic Committee	(21,930)	0	20,138		(1,792)
Unexpended External Loans	(841,521)	0	841,521		0
Workers Compensation	(40,000)	0	(53,251)		(93,251)
Total Internally Restricted	(36,795,390)	4,244,732	9,039,462	(50,000)	(23,561,196)

Total Restricted	(118,621,137)	28,346,342	(14,249,310)	(3,822)	(104,472,927)

Section 356 Financial Assistance Requests

Two Section 356 financial assistance requests have been received for the 24 June 2019 Ordinary Council meeting, which are shown below for Council’s consideration:

1. Department of Family & Community Services (Homeless Week Expo) – Victory Memorial Gardens Fees Subsidy $90

Triple H (Housing, Homelessness and Human Services) Forum in partnership with Local Government and Non-Government Organisations hold a Homeless Week Expo at the Victory Memorial Gardens. The Expo, which is now in its third year, allows local homelessness services to set up a table each with their information. The Triple H Forum does not have funding and is requesting the fee waiver to enable the use of the Victory Memorial Gardens.

The above request aligns with Council’s Strategic Plan “Safe and Healthy Community” – Outcome: Our health and support services meet the needs of our community.

Council has not provided any financial assistance to the above group in the last 12 months.

2. Returned and Services League of Australia (RSL) Wagga Wagga Sub‑Branch

The Returned and Services League of Australia (RSL) Wagga Wagga Sub-Branch has requested Council to contribute to the refurbishment of the HMAS Mast. The total cost of the refurbishment was $19K, with the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) contributing $8K, and the balance of $11K to be funded equally from the Wagga Wagga Sub-Branch and Wagga Wagga City Council. It is proposed to source the funds from savings in the marketing and communications budget rather than the financial assistance budget.

The above request aligns with Council’s Strategic Plan “Community Place and Identity” – Outcome: There is a Defence presence in our city.

Council has not provided any financial assistance to the above group in the last 12 months.

Budget

The Section 356 financial assistance budget for the 2018/19 financial year is $50,256, of which $41,689 is already committed in the adopted 2018/19 Delivery and Operational Plan.

From the $8,567 that was initially remaining, a balance of $4,745 (including the additional budget vote of $3,346 approved at the 29 January 2019 Council Meeting Council Officers Report RP5) is currently available.

If the proposed financial assistance of $90 included in this report is approved, this would leave an unexpended budget of $4,655 for the remainder of the 2018/19 financial year, noting that the contribution for the refurbishment of the HMAS Mast is recommended to be sourced from operational savings within the marketing and communications budget.

Unallocated balance of S356 fee waiver financial assistance budget 2018/19	$4,745
Department of Family & Community Services	($90)
Balance of Section 356 fee waiver financial assistance budget for the remainder of the 2018/19 Financial Year	$4,655

Investment Summary as at 31 May 2019

In accordance with Regulation 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005, details of Wagga Wagga City Council’s external investments are outlined below:

Institution	Rating	Closing Balance Invested 30/04/2019 $	Closing Balance Invested 31/05/2019 $	May EOM Current Yield %	May EOM % of Portfolio	Investment Date	Maturity Date	Term (months)
*Short Term Deposits*
AMP	A-	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.95%	1.43%	1/06/2018	3/06/2019	12
AMP	A-	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.80%	0.71%	17/05/2019	13/11/2019	6
Police Credit Union	NR	2,000,000	0	0.00%	0.00%	28/05/2018	28/05/2019	12
Westpac	AA-	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.80%	0.71%	28/06/2018	28/06/2019	12
Australian Military Bank	NR	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.01%	0.71%	16/07/2018	16/07/2019	12
Australian Military Bank	NR	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.86%	0.71%	7/09/2018	8/07/2019	10
AMP	A-	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.00%	0.71%	6/03/2019	2/09/2019	6
AMP	A-	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.00%	0.71%	6/03/2019	2/12/2019	9
MyState	BBB	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.75%	0.71%	1/04/2019	1/04/2020	12
Suncorp-Metway	A+	0	2,000,000	2.26%	1.43%	28/05/2019	28/11/2019	6
*Total Short Term Deposits*		11,000,000	11,000,000	2.79%	7.85%
*At Call Accounts*
NAB	AA-	2,307,037	2,106,123	1.50%	1.50%	N/A	N/A	N/A
NAB	AA-	16,589,425	14,418,223	2.19%	10.29%	N/A	N/A	N/A
*Total At Call Accounts*		18,896,462	16,524,346	2.10%	11.79%
*Medium Term Deposits*
RaboBank	A+	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.16%	0.71%	5/06/2017	6/06/2022	60
ING Bank	A	3,000,000	3,000,000	2.75%	2.14%	24/08/2017	26/08/2019	24
ME Bank	BBB	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.28%	1.43%	2/09/2014	2/09/2019	60
Rabobank	A+	1,000,000	1,000,000	4.10%	0.71%	5/12/2014	5/12/2019	60
BOQ	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.10%	1.43%	7/07/2017	7/07/2020	36
AMP	A-	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.00%	1.43%	2/08/2018	3/02/2020	18
Newcastle Permanent	BBB	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.00%	0.71%	12/08/2016	12/08/2019	36
Rabobank	A+	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.20%	0.71%	25/08/2016	25/08/2021	60
Newcastle Permanent	BBB	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.00%	0.71%	31/08/2016	30/08/2019	36
Westpac	AA-	3,000,000	3,000,000	2.96%	2.14%	10/03/2017	10/03/2022	60
Auswide	BBB-	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.95%	1.43%	5/10/2018	6/10/2020	24
ING Bank	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.92%	0.71%	16/10/2017	16/10/2019	24
ING Bank	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.92%	1.43%	6/11/2017	6/11/2019	24
BOQ	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.35%	1.43%	3/01/2018	4/01/2022	48
ING Bank	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.80%	0.71%	5/01/2018	6/01/2020	24
Police Credit Union	NR	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.05%	1.43%	29/10/2018	29/10/2020	24
Australian Military Bank	NR	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.95%	0.71%	29/05/2018	29/05/2020	24
BOQ	BBB+	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.50%	0.71%	1/06/2018	1/06/2022	48
Westpac	AA-	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.02%	1.43%	28/06/2018	28/06/2021	36
Westpac	AA-	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.88%	1.43%	28/06/2018	29/06/2020	24
Institution	Rating	Closing Balance Invested 30/04/2019 $	Closing Balance Invested 31/05/2019 $	May EOM Current Yield %	May EOM % of Portfolio	Investment Date	Maturity Date	Term (months)
ING Bank	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.86%	1.43%	16/08/2018	17/08/2020	24
BOQ	BBB+	3,000,000	3,000,000	3.25%	2.14%	28/08/2018	29/08/2022	48
ING Bank	A	3,000,000	3,000,000	2.85%	2.14%	30/08/2018	14/09/2020	24
P&N Bank	BBB	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.10%	0.71%	16/10/2018	18/10/2021	36
Westpac	AA-	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.05%	1.43%	13/11/2018	15/11/2021	36
Police Credit Union	NR	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.07%	0.71%	20/11/2018	20/11/2020	24
P&N Bank	BBB	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.30%	0.71%	20/11/2018	21/11/2022	48
ING Bank	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.93%	1.43%	29/11/2018	30/11/2020	24
NAB	AA-	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.01%	1.43%	30/11/2018	30/11/2021	36
Bendigo-Adelaide	BBB+	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.25%	0.71%	30/11/2018	30/11/2022	48
CUA	BBB	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.02%	1.43%	5/12/2018	7/12/2020	24
Newcastle Permanent	BBB	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.05%	1.43%	8/02/2019	8/02/2022	36
ING Bank	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.82%	0.71%	22/02/2019	22/02/2021	24
Newcastle Permanent	BBB	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.70%	1.43%	23/04/2019	26/04/2022	36
BoQ	BBB+	0	1,000,000	2.40%	0.71%	22/05/2019	23/05/2022	36
*Total Medium Term Deposits*		58,000,000	59,000,000	3.06%	42.09%
*Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt*
BOQ	BBB+	2,011,194	2,011,831	BBSW + 110	1.44%	5/08/2014	24/06/2019	58
AMP	A-	1,011,179	1,005,707	BBSW + 135	0.72%	24/05/2016	24/05/2021	60
BOQ	BBB+	1,511,251	1,514,003	BBSW + 117	1.08%	26/10/2016	26/10/2020	48
Teachers Mutual	BBB	1,504,260	1,507,817	BBSW + 140	1.08%	28/10/2016	28/10/2019	36
CUA	BBB	756,950	758,659	BBSW + 130	0.54%	20/03/2017	20/03/2020	36
Heritage Bank	BBB+	607,948	604,311	BBSW + 130	0.43%	4/05/2017	4/05/2020	36
Teachers Mutual	BBB	1,009,552	1,012,269	BBSW + 142	0.72%	29/06/2017	29/06/2020	36
NAB	AA-	3,031,471	0	0.00%	0.00%	5/07/2017	5/07/2022	60
Suncorp-Metway	A+	1,012,797	1,008,362	BBSW + 97	0.72%	16/08/2017	16/08/2022	60
Westpac	AA-	2,010,154	2,011,955	BBSW + 81	1.44%	30/10/2017	27/10/2022	60
ME Bank	BBB	1,517,381	1,510,414	BBSW + 125	1.08%	9/11/2017	9/11/2020	36
NAB	AA-	2,019,747	2,008,821	BBSW + 80	1.43%	10/11/2017	10/02/2023	63
ANZ	AA-	1,506,110	1,507,840	BBSW + 77	1.08%	18/01/2018	18/01/2023	60
Bendigo-Adelaide	BBB+	501,908	503,229	BBSW + 105	0.36%	25/01/2018	25/01/2023	60
Newcastle Permanent	BBB	1,523,037	1,515,637	BBSW + 140	1.08%	6/02/2018	6/02/2023	60
Westpac	AA-	2,017,890	2,019,149	BBSW + 83	1.44%	6/03/2018	6/03/2023	60
UBS	A+	2,010,023	2,015,205	BBSW + 90	1.44%	8/03/2018	8/03/2023	60
Heritage Bank	BBB+	1,410,080	1,413,799	BBSW + 123	1.01%	29/03/2018	29/03/2021	36
ME Bank	BBB	1,608,902	1,613,818	BBSW + 127	1.15%	17/04/2018	16/04/2021	36
ANZ	AA-	2,025,980	2,015,044	BBSW + 93	1.44%	9/05/2018	9/05/2023	60
NAB	AA-	2,024,118	2,013,364	BBSW + 90	1.44%	16/05/2018	16/05/2023	60
CBA	AA-	2,024,576	2,013,610	BBSW + 93	1.44%	16/08/2018	16/08/2023	60
Bank Australia	BBB	758,018	753,761	BBSW + 130	0.54%	30/08/2018	30/08/2021	36
CUA	BBB	606,975	608,585	BBSW + 125	0.43%	6/09/2018	6/09/2021	36
AMP	A-	1,505,259	1,508,776	BBSW + 108	1.08%	10/09/2018	10/09/2021	36
NAB	AA-	2,017,630	2,019,652	BBSW + 93	1.44%	26/09/2018	26/09/2023	60
Bendigo-Adelaide	BBB+	1,005,813	1,007,977	BBSW + 101	0.72%	19/10/2018	19/01/2022	39
CBA	AA-	3,049,153	3,050,995	BBSW + 113	2.18%	11/01/2019	11/01/2024	60
Institution	Rating	Closing Balance Invested 30/04/2019 $	Closing Balance Invested 31/05/2019 $	May EOM Current Yield %	May EOM % of Portfolio	Investment Date	Maturity Date	Term (months)
Westpac	AA-	3,045,112	3,049,069	BBSW + 114	2.18%	24/01/2019	24/04/2024	63
ANZ	AA-	2,550,759	2,533,494	BBSW + 110	1.81%	8/02/2019	8/02/2024	60
NAB	AA-	2,031,430	2,018,006	BBSW + 104	1.44%	26/02/2019	26/02/2024	60
Bank of China Australia	A	1,504,255	1,507,128	BBSW + 100	1.08%	17/04/2019	17/10/2022	42
Westpac	AA-	0	2,503,410	BBSW + 88	1.79%	16/05/2019	16/08/2024	63
*Total Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt*		52,730,908	52,145,695		37.20%
*Managed Funds*
NSW Tcorp	NR	1,512,542	1,494,149	-1.22%	1.07%	17/03/2014	1/04/2024	120
*Total Managed Funds*		1,512,542	1,494,149	-1.22%	1.07%
TOTAL CASH ASSETS, CASH EQUIVALENTS & INVESTMENTS		142,139,911	140,164,190		100.00%
LESS: RIVERINA REGIONAL LIBRARY (RRL) CASH AT BANK		3,213,148	2,951,489
TOTAL WWCC CASH ASSETS, CASH EQUIVALENTS & INVESTMENTS		138,926,763	137,212,701

Council’s investment portfolio is dominated by Term Deposits, equating to approximately 50% of the portfolio across a broad range of counterparties. Cash equates to 12%, with Floating Rate Notes (FRNs) around 37% and growth funds around 1% of the portfolio.

Council’s investment portfolio is well diversified in complying assets across the entire credit spectrum. It is also well diversified from a rating perspective. Credit quality is diversified and is predominately invested amongst the investment grade Authorised Deposit-Taking Institutions (ADIs) (being BBB- or higher), with a smaller allocation to unrated ADIs.

All investments are within the defined Policy limits, as outlined in the Rating Allocation chart below:

Investment Portfolio Balance

Council’s investment portfolio balance has decreased from the previous month’s balance, down from $138.9M to $137.2M.

Monthly Investment Movements

Redemptions/Sales – Council redeemed the following investment securities during May 2019:

Institution and Type

Amount

Investment

Term

Interest

Rate

Comments

Police Credit Union Term Deposit

$2M

12 months

2.86%

This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and funds were reinvested in a new 6-month term deposit with Suncorp Bank (see below).

NAB Term Deposit

$3M

5 years

BBSW + 90

This floating rate note was sold prior to maturity and funds were reinvested in the new 5 ¼ year Westpac FRN (see below). Council recognised a capital gain of $23,610.

New Investments – Council purchased the following investment securities during May 2019:

Institution and Type	Amount	Investment Term	Interest Rate	Comments
Suncorp Bank Term Deposit	$2M	6 months	2.26%	The Suncorp Bank rate of 2.26% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this investment term. This term was chosen as this rate outperformed longer dated investments.
BOQ Term Deposit	$1M	3 years	2.40%	The BOQ rate of 2.40% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this investment term. This term was chosen to fill a maturity gap within Council’s investment portfolio.
Westpac Floating Rate Note	$2.5M	5.25 years	BBSW + 88	Council’s independent Financial Advisor advised this Floating Rate Note represented fair value.

Rollovers – Council rolled the following investment securities during May 2019:

Institution and Type

Amount

Investment

Term

Interest

Rate

Comments

AMP Bank Term Deposit

$1M

6 months

2.80%

This term deposit was a 12-month investment at 2.95% and was rolled at maturity into a 6-month term deposit at 2.80%.

Monthly Investment Performance

Interest/growth/capital gains for the month totaled $275,664, which compares unfavourably with the budget for the period of $296,529, underperforming budget for the month by $20,865.

Council’s T-Corp Long Term Growth Fund detracted from the overall performance for the month of May, as international equity markets suffered a rout. The fund was down 1.22% for the month of May but has returned 9.49% per annum since the original investment in March 2014. Overall, the Growth Fund remains Council’s best performing asset over 3 years by a considerable margin.

It is important to note Council’s investment portfolio balance is tracking well above what was originally predicted. This is mainly due to the timing of some of the major projects that are either not yet commenced or not as advanced as originally predicted. Further analysis of the capital works program and revised timing of projects has recently been reported to Council. This will result in Councils investment portfolio continuing to maintain a higher balance until these projects commence or advance further.

The longer-dated deposits in the portfolio, particularly those locked in above 3.50%, have previously anchored Council’s portfolio performance. It should be noted that the portfolio now only includes two investments yielding above 3.50%. Council staff and Council’s Independent Financial Advisor will continue to identify opportunities to lock in higher yielding investments as they become available.

In comparison to the AusBond Bank Bill Index* (1.99%), Council’s investment portfolio returned 2.76% (annualised) for May. Cash and At-Call accounts returned 2.10% (annualised) for this period. These funds are utilised for daily cash flow management and need to be available to meet operating and contractual payments as they fall due.

Over the past year, Councils investment portfolio has returned 3.04%, outperforming the AusBond Bank Bill index by 1.05%. Council’s Independent Financial Advisor, Imperium Markets, outlined that with regards to its total investment portfolio, Wagga Wagga City Council remains one of the best performing local government entities in the country.

* The AusBond Bank Bill Index is the leading benchmark for the Australian fixed income market. It is interpolated from the RBA Cash rate, 1 month and 3 month Bank Bill Swap rates.

Report by Responsible Accounting Officer

I hereby certify that all of the above investments have been made in accordance with the provision of Section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993 and the regulations there under, and in accordance with the Investments Policy adopted by Council on 29 April 2019.

Carolyn Rodney

Responsible Accounting Officer

Policy and Legislation

Budget variations are reported in accordance with Council’s POL 052 Budget Policy.

Investments are reported in accordance with Council’s POL 075 Investment Policy.

Local Government Act 1993

Section 625 - How may councils invest?

Local Government (General) Regulation 2005

Section 212 - Reports on council investments

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We are accountable and transparent

Risk Management Issues for Council

This report is a control mechanism that assists in addressing the following potential risks to Council:

· Loss of investment income or capital resulting from ongoing management of investments, especially during difficult economic times

· Failure to demonstrate to the community that its funds are being expended in an efficient and effective manner

Internal / External Consultation

Council’s Community Engagement Strategy and IAP2 considers the community to be “any individual or group of individuals, organisation or political entity with an interest in the outcome of a decision….”

All relevant areas within the Council have consulted with the Finance Division in relation to the budget variations listed in this report.

The Finance Division has consulted with relevant external parties to confirm Council’s investment portfolio balances.

Attachments

1 ⇩.

Section 356 - Financial Assistance Request - Department of Family & Community Services

Issue

Response

Concern relating to cost of Master Plan.

Final costing of each of the elements of the Master Plan will be determined during detailed design. Each element will require an individual business case and need to be assessed along with other Council priorities prior to funding being committed. Funding contributions will need to be sought through a combination of government grants and user group contributions.

Concern for croquet relocation and request for additional lawns.

The Master Plan contains two options for croquet. One option allows for croquet to be accommodated using the same number of lawns as the current facility within the Bolton Park Precinct. The other allows for croquet to be moved to another location with the CBD to allow for expansion. Consultation with the croquet club is ongoing to determine which option will best meet the future needs of the club.

Concern for soccer in the city in general.

Soccer will be able to use the Bolton Park Precinct when required. Other facilities for the sport outside of the Bolton Park Precinct have been addressed by the Recreation Open Space and Community Strategy 2040. Council staff are also working with Football Wagga Wagga and other stakeholders in the development of a Master Plan for the Rawlings Park Precinct.

Concern regarding placement of the café.

The proposed location of the café is intended to take advantage of the future development of the site under the Master Plan that would increase the activation of the area between the Oasis and the proposed sporting hub. It is anticipated that this would be subject to a business case being developed to support this location as the site develops over the course of the plan’s implementation.

Suitable outdoor space and provisions for trees needs to be identified surrounding outdoor pool.

The plan has identified additional open space surrounding the outdoor pool. Additional trees can be considered as part of the landscape design.

Fencing of areas adjoining highway, particularly playground.

The playground on Edward Street has been replaced by the fenced Livvi’s Place playground on Morgan Street.

Concerns about sufficient parking.

The Master Plan identifies the existing carparks in Fitzhardinge Street and Morgan Street to be turned into multi-deck car parks.

Access to greenkeeping storage and facilities.

Additional green keeping space has been identified in Bolton Park. The Robertson Oval greenkeeping space will be further developed during the detailed design phase of the project.

Ensuring specs across all sports are suitable / correct for high level competition.

This will be addressed during the detailed design phase.

Poor ventilation within the indoor pool space.

The detailed design phase of the aquatic sector will consider improvements to the ventilation.

Request for covered team benches and scoring area and toilet /change facilities near the netbalI courts.

The team benches and scoring area will be addressed during the detailed design phase of the project. The toilet and changeroom facilities for netball are anticipated to be collocated within the tennis centre building.

Adequate lighting on outdoor courts.

All lighting will be in line with standards for the sports using the courts. This will be addressed during the detailed design phase.

Lack of outdoor recreation space for the planned pool areas.

The Master Plan identifies the expansion of the open space surrounding the existing outdoor pool. The plan also identifies a water slide and splash pad for the Oasis however it does not specify if this is to be indoors or outdoors. This will be determined following further public consultation during the detailed design phase of the implementation of the aquatic section.

Lack of consultation with the community.

There has been a large amount of consultation with the community undertaken in the formulation of the Master Plan. This consultation is outlined within the final Master Plan document. In addition to the direct consultation regarding this project, extensive community consultation was undertaken during the development of the Recreation Open Space and Community Strategy 2040, where the need for a new Master Plan for Bolton Park was identified.

Lack of evidence for demand of elite sporting facilities in our area. Especially in comparison to demand for more recreation pool space.

The draft NSW Office of Sport, Riverina Murray Regional Sporting Plan identifies the development of a Regional Sporting Hub in Wagga Wagga that will include multi-purpose facilities that will be accessible to the whole region. During development of the plan consultation with state sporting organisations representing AFL, cricket, tennis, swimming, water polo, basketball, gymnastics identified the need for elite level sporting facilities within Wagga Wagga as a priority for these sports.

During the development of the Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy 2018 a Water Park/Water slide was ranked second in ‘The top five items the community wanted added’.

Not allowing for and prioritising future growth of the city in a recreational sense. Especially in summer, in the hot climate Wagga Wagga experiences.

The Master Plan is only intended to outline future plans for the Bolton Park Precinct.

Planning for recreational developments in other areas of the city are identified in separate Master Plans and the Recreation Open Space and Community Strategy 2040.

Lack of appropriate Infrastructure and planning for a large-scale elite sporting hub in Central Wagga Wagga.

The Master Plan is the high-level document that identifies the need and locations for the various elements of the sporting hub. Further detailed planning will occur during the development of the business case and detailed design of the various elements of the Master Plan.

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-9

RP-9 Canberra Raiders NRL match review and future event planning

Author: Peter Cook

Director: Natalie Te Pohe

Summary:

McDonald’s Park hosted a Canberra Raiders NRL home game on Saturday 4 May 2019. This report provides details of the benefits the game provided to the city and recommends potential venue improvements that will assist in the delivery of future events held at the venue.

Recommendation

That Council:

a note the outcomes and benefits received from hosting the Canberra Raiders NRL home game

b approve the following identified venue improvements and budget variations as detailed in the financial implications section of the report subject to agreement by the funding provider of the Low Cost Loan Initiative and inclusive of:

i the construction of a permanent all-weather exit from Hiscock Drive West to Kooringal Road inclusive of acceleration lane, drainage works and shared path

ii the construction of overflow parking on land east of Marshall Creek linked to McDonald’s Park via a pedestrian bridge

iii the extension of the southern hill to match the northern hill

iv the provision of an improved Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant ramp at the VIP gate

v the construction of an additional 400 seats along the western side and 800 seats along the western side of the ground inclusive of wheelchair compliant spaces and a concrete pathway on the northern and southern hills to join the seating areas

vi the widening of the access road adjacent to the western fence and installation of power supply for cool rooms and other facilities

vii building Improvements including new carpet in corporate area, improved sound system for venue, improvements to the men’s toilets and additional storage onsite

Report

On Saturday 4 May 2019 the Canberra Raiders hosted an NRL match against the Penrith Panthers at McDonald’s Park. This report provides details of the outcomes and benefits that resulted from the match, as well as potential improvements to the venue that will assist in the hosting of future events.

Attendance/Gameday Reach Summary

• Attendance: 10,079

• Web presence: 632,144 Impressions 1,143 Clicks

• Significant social media coverage

• Extensive Radio, TV and Newspaper Coverage

• Live Foxtel TV audience of 170,827

Benefits Received

• Estimated economic benefit in excess of $2 million

• Successful business networking function was held in the corporate suite

• An Equity and Domestic Violence program was undertaken by Alan Tongue

• Mortimer Shield visit and fan engagement with an excess of 600 primary school children involved

• A partnership with the Murrumbidgee Turf Club (MTC) was formed to grow attendance at both events

• Wagga Rugby League income from food and beverage sales is to be reinvested into the facilities

Visitor Economy

• Accommodation occupancy

Motels/Pubs/Apartments (excludes Airbnb, Caravan Parks, surrounding villages, Kurrajong Scout Camp, Borambola Sport and Recreation Centre)	2018	2019
Average occupancy Thursday	90%	94%
Average occupancy Friday	82%	97%
Average occupancy Saturday	50%	77%

• Gold Cup attendance increased by approximately 800 on 2018.

• 26% of ticket sales were sold outside of the Riverina.

• Extensive coverage of Wagga Wagga and the Riverina via Destination NSW.

• Collaboration with the operators for travel packages with 31 packages sold. This would be expected to increase in the future as product awareness increases.

• Destination NSW are completing an attendee’s survey with the results to be provided to Council.

Feedback Received

• Overwhelmingly positive feedback from the community, Raiders, Canberra Region Joint Organisation and MTC.

• Visitor Information Centre staff received positive feedback on the combination of events noting a programming opportunity on the Saturday morning e.g. River and Wren markets to consider for future years.

• Feedback on traffic and parking was mixed and was dependent on the car park location utilised.

• Council is undertaking a business survey to understand the benefits of the NRL game and NSW Touch Carnival also held recently, to identify potential improvement opportunities.

Income/Expenditure

The net result of the event was ($9,694) which will be sourced from operational savings within the City Strategy division.

In-Kind Contributions

• Wagga Rugby League:

– Provided approximately $20,000 contribution through provision of portable toilets and corporate catering.

• Raiders Volunteers:

– 40+ volunteers provided on the day to assist in the event logistics.

• Wagga Wagga City Council

– 800+ Council officer hours across the City Strategy, Visitor Economy and Marketing and Communications Teams

• $8,000 in additional in-kind venue preparation costs from the Park Operations team

During the event it was identified that the venue has some limitations when hosting a large crowd which can be improved with some upgrades to the assets.

Proposed Venue Improvements

Currently there is $1,778,157 included in the Long Term Financial Plan to improve traffic flow at the Exhibition Centre location. It is proposed that these funds be utilised to deliver the venue improvements that will improve revenue opportunities, game day operations and increase the opportunity to attract additional events from a variety of sports inclusive of NRL, A-league and Super 15 matches. These events not only support economic activity but also the expectations of a growing city.

The proposed works include:

· The construction of a Kooringal Road exit

· Expansion of the Southern Hill

· Construction of a Pedestrian Bridge to allow access to additional parking east of Marshall’s creek

· Construction of additional wheelchair access

· Construction of hardstand and power for cool rooms

· Building Improvements

· Concrete paths and seating on the boundary

The Kooringal Road exit, construction of bridge, additional parking area and southern hill expansion are all identified within the Exhibition Centre Master Plan adopted by Council in 2015. The remaining items are not specifically mentioned in the Master Plan as they are at a more detailed level, however all are consistent with the intent of the Master Plan to improve the capacity of the venue to host large scale events.

These improvements are also supported by the Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy 2040 (ROSC) which states:

The provision of premier facilities capable of hosting elite level sporting competition is a regular request from sporting organisations. The development, ongoing maintenance and management of premier high quality facilities attracts costs significantly greater than the provision of facilities for a local use only focus.

To ensure efficiency it is recommended that only one elite level facility is provided for each type of sporting activity.

McDonald’s Park is identified as the facility to be used for elite level competition for Rugby League, Rugby Union, Soccer and other events requiring a rectangular venue. The ROSC also notes that that facilities will require ongoing maintenance to ensure they continue to meet the expectations of the community.

Recommended Improvements

1. Kooringal Road Exit

Construct a permanent all-weather exit from Hiscock Drive West to Kooringal Road inclusive of acceleration lane, drainage works and shared path. This will improve traffic flow around the venue for major events as well as catering to the regular weekly sporting activity such as netball, rugby league, league tag, basketball and cricket. The regular weekly sports can result in up to 4,000 people using the venue on one day.

Estimated Cost: $500,000

2. Additional Parking Area and Pedestrian Bridge

Construct overflow parking access on land east of Marshall Creek and link to McDonald’s Park via a pedestrian bridge.

Estimated Cost: $250,000

3. Extend Southern Hill

Extend the southern hill to match the northern hill. It is estimated that this will increase the venue’s capacity from 10,300 to approximately 12,000. This extension will also allow for improved spectator circulation.

Estimated Cost: $150,000

4. Disability Inclusive Access

• Provide additional seating and wheelchair spaces as part of the proposed seating improvements

• Provide an improved Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant ramp at the VIP gate

Estimated Cost: $50,000

5. Additional Fixed Seating and Pathway

• Extend the seating on the western side for the full length (approximately an additional 400 seats)

• Add seating on the eastern side similar to the west with a concrete walkway at the rear (approximately an additional 800 seats)

• Install a concrete pathway on the northern and southern hills to join the seating areas

Estimated Cost: $575,000

6. Storage and Event Logistics

• There is a limited amount of space for temporary infrastructure on the western side of the venue that can be utilised for catering storage and temporary facility placement

• Proposed widening of the access road/path on the western fence

• Installation of power supply for cool rooms and other facilities

Estimated Cost: $150,000

7. Building Improvements

• New carpet in Corporate Area

• Improved sound system for venue

• Ensure sound is provided into the corporate spaces

• Improvements to the men’s toilets

• Additional storage onsite

Estimated Cost: $100,000

Summary of Proposed Improvements

Item	Proposed Venue Improvements
	Item	Cost
1	Kooringal Road Exit	$500,000
2	Additional Parking Area and Pedestrian Bridge	$250,000
3	Extend Southern Hill	$150,000
4	Disability Inclusive Access	$50,000
5	Additional Fixed Seating and Pathway	$575,000
6	Storage and Event Logistics	$150,000
7	Building Improvements*	$100,000
	Total	$1,775,000

	Current Adopted Budget	$1,778,157
	*Balance – allocate to the $100,000 Building Improvements Budget	$3,157

Financial Implications

There is currently $1,778,157 identified in the Long Term Financial Plan for improvements to the traffic flow at the Exhibition Centre location. This amount is funded from loan borrowings (under the Low Cost Loans Initiative program) with $50,000 allocated in 2018/19 and $1,725,157 in 2019/20. Repayments of the subsidised loan borrowings are funded from General Purpose Revenue.

It is proposed these funds be utilised to deliver the identified venue improvements, (including road access improvements), that will improve revenue opportunities, game day operations and increase the opportunity to attract additional events. This will in turn support economic activity across the city along with the expectations of a growing population.

Note that the minor loss of the 2019 event will be sourced from operational savings within the City Strategy division.

Policy and Legislation

Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy and Implementation Plans 2040

Wagga Wagga Exhibition Centre master plan

Link to Strategic Plan

Growing Economy

Objective: We are a tourist destination

Outcome: We have a variety of events, festivals and activities

Risk Management Issues for Council

The risks associated with implementing the recommended venue improvements relate to process, cost, environmental, WHS and contractor performance. These risks will be addressed as part of the Council’s project management and contractor performance management systems.

A scope variation will be advised to the Department of Planning who managed the Low Cost Loan Initiative. Discussions have already been had with officers of the Department of Planning who indicated that as the variation will not alter the intent, nor the financial implications of the subsidy, there is minimal risk of the variation not being agreed to, and it would not require Committee approval. However, if this is not the case, then further discussions with the Department of Planning will need to be had to determine an appropriate way forward.

Internal / External Consultation

Extensive community consultation was undertaken during the formulation of the ROSC.

Consultation has been undertaken with the Canberra Raiders, Wagga Rugby League and other potential user groups of the Exhibition Centre.

Consultation was undertaken with Councillors via a Councillor Workshop held 3 June 2019.

Internal Consultation has been undertaken with Council’s Event, Finance and Parks Operations divisions.

Applicant	Pascoe Constructions Director – Kerry David Pascoe
Owner	Noelene Margaret Wright Stanley William Wright
Development Cost	$10.2 Million
Development Description	The applicant seeks approval for the demolition on an existing shed and construction of 5/6 storey mixed use development comprising ground floor business/retail use and car parking, first floor car parking and 16 residential apartments (shop top housing) on four floors above.

1 ⇨.	DA19-0125 Section 4.15 Report - Provided under separate cover
2 ⇨.	DA19-0125 SEPP 65 Assessment - Provided under separate cover
3 ⇨.	DA19-0125 Statement of Environmental Effects - Provided under separate cover
4 ⇨.	DA19/0125 Plans - Provided under separate cover
5 ⇨.	DA19-0125 Submissions - Provided under separate cover

Proposal:	Amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 to reduce the minimum lot size provisions applicable to Lots 1 – 3 DP 818428, Lots 1 – 12 DP 860586 and Lots 1 – 7 DP 1110942.
Applicant:	Lot 3 DP 818428 – Cheryl and Kevin Moffatt
Referrals:	Standard internal referrals

Submissions received
Comment	Response
There was some confusion in relation to the proposed minimum lot size.	The planning proposal as initially submitted by the applicant proposed a minimum lot size of 4000m² for Lots 1 – 3 DP 818428 only. Council has amended the proposal via addendum to reduce the minimum lot size to 4500m² for all of Lots 1 – 3 DP 818428, Lots 1 – 12 DP 860586 and Lots 1 – 7 DP 1110942. The notification letter delivered to affected landowners during the consultation process cited the incorrect minimum lot size, being that submitted to Council rather than that subject to the Council addendum. The fact sheet attached to the letter however contained the correct minimum lot size change and detailed the effect of the planning proposal and addendum. This error has been explained to the relevant submitters who indicated their support for Council’s amended minimum lot size of 4500sqm.
Lots 1 – 12 DP 860586 and Lots 1 – 7 DP 1110942 are already less than 80000m² with the majority of these lots between 5000m² and 7000m² in size.	This is noted. The objective of the addendum is to have the minimum lot size controls correlate with the prevailing character of the precinct.
The minimum lot size should be no lower than 4500-5000m².	The addendum to the planning proposal prepared by Council is in agreement with this position, providing a minimum lot size control of 4500m².
Keeping the minimum lot size at 4500-5000m² would prevent Lots 3, 4 and 9 DP 860586 and Lot 5 DP 1110942 from being subdivided further.	The 4500m² minimum lot size control provided by Council’s addendum to the planning proposal will prevent any such subdivision taking place and will support the maintenance of the existing character within the precinct.

1 ⇨.	LEP18/0006 - Application for Planning Proposal as received - Provided under separate cover
2 ⇩.	LEP18/0006 - Addendum to Planning Proposal
3 ⇩.	LEP18/0006 - Gateway Determination
4 ⇩.	LEP18/0006 - WWCC Business Paper Item 29/01/2019
5 ⇩.	LEP18/0006 - WWCC Minutes Item 29/01/2019

1 ⇩.	LEP18/0013 - Planning Proposal to amend Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010
2 ⇩.	LEP18/0013 - Gateway Determination
3 ⇩.	LEP18/0013 - Submissions

1.	Confidential Regional Pitchfest Sponsorship Application This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, as it deals with: commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed, prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it. - Provided under separate cover
2 ⇩.	Pitchfest LOS McGirr
3 ⇩.	Pitchfest LOS McCormack
4 ⇩.	Pitchfest LOS WWBC
5 ⇩.	Pitchfest LOS C4W
6 ⇩.	Pitchfest LOS Borambola
7 ⇩.	Pitchfest LOS WiB

1 ⇩.	RRL Advisory Committee Minutes - 27 March 2019
2 ⇨.	Draft RRL Management Plan 2019/20 - Provided under separate cover