Annual Report
Liverpool City Council
2013-14
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COMMUNITY FACILITIES
ENVIRONMENT
COMMUNITY EVENTS
SAFETY
CUSTOMER SERVICE
This Annual Report is prepared by Liverpool City Council on the 28th November 2014.
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GOVERNANCE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & GROWTH
Highlights
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COMMUNICATION
CAPITAL WORKS
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COMMUNITY FACILITIES
ENVIRONMENT
Prosperous Vibrant City
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SAFETY
CUSTOMER SERVICE
COMMUNITY EVENTS
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HOW EVERY $100 YOU PAY IS SPENT
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ContentsContentsPreface 10Purpose of this annual report 10Council’s vision, mission and values 12 Message from the Mayor 13
Message from the Chief Executive Officer 14
Part 1 – Overview of Liverpool City Council 15Statement of Commitment 16
Liverpool City 17
Elected Council 18
Liverpool Local Government Area 20
Council Meetings 21
Council Committees 22
Partnerships and Corporations 23
Overseas Visits by Councillors and Council Staff 24
Rates and Charges Written Off During the Year 24
Senior Staff Remuneration 24
Mayoral and Councillor Fees, Expenses and Facilities 25
Organisational Structure 26
Our Staff 28
Access to Council Information 28
Commitment to Ethical Conduct 29
Community Engagement 30
Community donations and sponsorships 31
Council’s financial summary 35
Part 2 – Delivery Program achievements 38
DIRECTION 1: VIBRANT PROSPEROUS CITY 40
Year in Review 42Strategic Project Updates 44
DIRECTION 2: LIVABLE SAFE CITY 48
Year in Review 51Strategic Project Updates 54
Contents
DIRECTION 3: HEALTHY INCLUSIVE CITY 56
Year in Review 58Strategic Project Updates 61
DIRECTION 4: PROUD ENGAGED CITY 64
Year in Review 66
DIRECTION 5: NATURAL SUSTAINABLE CITY 70
Year in Review 72Stormwater management service charge 74
Strategic Project Updates 75
Environment Levy Works 77
DIRECTION 6: ACCESSIBLE CONNECTED CITY 80
Year in Review 82Managing Council Assets 85
Strategic Project Updates 90
Capital Works Project Status Report 92
DIRECTION 7: LEADING PROACTIVE COUNCIL 94Year in Review 96
Amounts Incurred in Legal Proceedings 98
Equal Employment Opportunity Plan 100
Work, Health and Safety 100
Special Rates Variation 101
Contracts Awarded by Council 107
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This Annual Report documents Liverpool City Council’s performance over the 2013-14 financial year in relation to the Principal Activities detailed in Growing Liverpool 2023, the Delivery Program 2013-17 and Operational Plan 2013-14.
The Annual Report is made up of four parts:
PART 1
Is an overview of Liverpool City Council.
PART 2
Provides details of Council’s performance against the Delivery Program 2013-17.
PART 3
Provides additional reporting information required by legislation.
PART 4
Contains Council’s audited financial statements.
The first three parts are published in one volume. Part 4 is published individually. Hard copies of this document can be obtained by contacting Council’s Administration Centre on 1300 36 2170.
This report is prepared in accordance with Section 428 of the Local Government Act 1993 and the Division of Local Government Planning and Reporting Guidelines for Local Government in NSW.
Preface Purpose of this Annual Report
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Council’s Vision, Mission & Values
Protect the City’s reputation and align it with the perceptions of its residents.
Decide on resources required for sustainable growth and community expectations for the future of Liverpool.
Provide purposeful and visionary leadership whilst being consultative, responsive and accessible.
Guide the City into the next century.
COUNCIL'S VALUES
At Liverpool City Council we:
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Liverpool, the vibrant regional city of opportunity, prosperity and diversity
COUNCIL'S MISSION
Council’s Vision for Liverpool
Value staff by working to enable the recognition of staff performance, encouraging and supporting career development and providing continuous learning. We also recruit competent staff willing to adhere to our values while pro-actively retaining good staff.
Work together by contributing towards team goals as identified in work plans and, assisting other team members through cooperative work ethics. We also actively help other units and staff across the organisation.
Respect people by encouraging an honest, courteous, ethical, fair and equitable workplace. Valuing cultural diversity issues and understanding the views of other people is also an important component.
Communicate effectively by providing open, accessible and honest communication with all stakeholders. We also ensure all stakeholders have necessary information at their disposal.
Show leadership at all levels by being pro-active in our approach in providing excellent levels of internal and external customer service, leading by example and showing initiative and innovation.
Prosperous Vibrant CityMessage from the Mayor It gives me great pleasure to introduce
Council’s Annual Report 2013-14 and report back on the work we have carried out for you, our residents. This year saw Council leading Liverpool’s transformation as the regional city of South Western Sydney. We launched the Building Our New City initiative, a project which is aimed at positioning Liverpool to capitalise on the opportunities arising from its status as regional city. We delivered on our commitment and installed CCTV in 20 locations across the city centre. The enhanced surveillance network provides 24 hour recording of local streets, retail precincts and parks across central Liverpool. We launched free Wi-Fi in the city centre on the back of our CCTV network, the first of its kind in Australia.
Liverpool is experiencing rapid growth and record levels of investment. As the lead organisation for the city we need to ensure that we are responding to this growth effectively. Consequently, we have made improvements to the way we process development applications, introducing innovative software to fast track the time it takes to assess your application.
In April this year, at a special press conference in Liverpool, Prime Minister Tony Abbott officially announced Sydney's second airport at Badgerys Creek and a $3.5 billion road infrastructure package. This announcement is a game changer for South West Sydney and a massive win for the residents of Liverpool.
We led a campaign against the proposed intermodals at Moorebank, we believe the positioning of these intermodals along our beautiful river is out dated and destructive. We have prepared a business case on why Badgerys Creek is the best location for the intermodals. I encourage you to get involved with our #therightmove campaign and lobby for the intermodals to be moved to Badgerys Creek. For more information, visit www.liverpool.nsw.gov.au/therightmove
On behalf of Council, I extend my appreciation to our dedicated and committed staff and many partners for delivering the best possible services to our community. I encourage you to read this report and invite you to get in touch with me to discuss how Council can further deliver on your needs for this beautiful city.
Ned MannounMayor of Liverpool
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Our theme for 2013-14 was ‘Growing City’. This year Council saw significant progress on this theme to revitalise the city centre and enhance community wellbeing.
Council delivered on several of the strategies, projects and priorities which were outlined in our 2013-14 Operational Plan. Progress was made on a range of our strategic projects including the development of Carnes Hill recreation and community precinct, introduction of both a business improvement and property portfolio and launch of a state of the art community recycling centre.
Council worked hard on ensuring its financial sustainability and maintains a sound and stable financial position. In 2013-14, Council had one of the largest budgets in NSW, with an expenditure of $151.43 million including $47 million in capital works.
Liverpool is a growing city and Council must remain responsive to this change. This year alone, Council determined more than $711 million in development applications and approved more than 675 dwellings. This represents a significant investment in Liverpool’s economy and a range of services which Council must deliver.
Our facilities continued to be popular with the local community. Our libraries registered 671,715 library loans and there were more than half a million visits to our leisure centres.
Our Child care centres are performing very well, with 842 children enrolled, they cover most of the costs to operate, exceeding national child care standards and winning the Local Government Management Excellence Awards in the ‘Leadership Excellence in Community Services’ category.
Finally, I extend my thanks to the Mayor and Councillors, my executive management team, employees and all of our volunteers for their hard work, commitment and dedication in delivering essential services and making a vital contribution to the City of Liverpool.
Carl Wulff Chief Executive Officer
Message from the Chief Executive Officer
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Part01.
OVERVIEW OF LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL
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We recognise the diversity of many cultures who share the values of tolerance and respect for one another, and their rights together with all Australians to live according to their own beliefs and culture.
Liverpool City Council adopts the Council for Aboriginal Reconciliation’s Vision Statement:
Statement of Commitment
Liverpool City Council acknowledges the original inhabitants of the Liverpool Local Government Area(LGA), the Dharug, Gandangara and Tharawal Aboriginal people.
We celebrate the survival of Aboriginal people and we acknowledge their right to live according to their own beliefs and culture. We acknowledge that Aboriginal culture continues to strengthen and enrich our community.
We commit ourselves to preserve past, present and future identified Aboriginal sites and cultural landscapes, and to recognise and accept the significance of the Georges River as a meeting place for the Dharug, Gandangara and Tharawal Aboriginal people.
We accept Aboriginal history as integral part of Australian history.
We acknowledge the contribution of Aboriginal servicemen and women in the defence of our country.
Liverpool City Council supports and encourages Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people working together towards reconciliation.
“A united Australia which respects this land of ours; values the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage; and provides justice and equity for all.”
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Liverpool City
The Liverpool City Council area is one of the largest local government areas in metropolitan Sydney, covering 305 square kilometres and 42 suburbs. In 2012-13 Liverpool’s population was more than 195,000 people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
The State Government has identified Liverpool City as the regional city for South-Western Sydney. Council is actively facilitating the ongoing development of Liverpool as a regional city through various initiatives including the night markets, Building our New city project, Safer Suburbs Project, and development of policies and plans which support culture, the art and tourism.
Liverpool is geographically positioned as the gateway to Sydney, being at the crossroads for travel to Canberra, Melbourne and Adelaide. Council’s aim is to improve the quality of life for people who live, work or visit the Liverpool area by developing a vibrant business climate where high quality jobs, education and training opportunities are located close to home.
The area has undergone significant infrastructure upgrades with the launch of the largest hospital in Australia, high-end retail facilities, schools and tertiary education facilities (including TAFE and a teaching hospital). Growth in the health and education precinct provides an excellent opportunity for future cluster growth and investment attraction. Liverpool incorporates a significant part of the South West Growth Centre and will be subject to significant urban development. It is projected that the population of Liverpool will be 239,000 by 2021.
On 15 April 2014, the Australian Government confirmed that the site for Sydney's second airport will be Badgerys Creek. Construction is expected to begin in 2016 and will be completed by mid-2020s. The airport will cement Liverpool’s position as the capital of the South Western Sydney and provide a host of economic and infrastructure benefits to Liverpool.
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Elected Council
Council has 11 elected members of Council comprising a Mayor that is elected by popular vote and 10 councillors. The local government area has two wards – north and south with five councillors representing each ward. Councillors represent the community at Council Meetings and as Council delegates on internal and external committees and boards.
Represented Council on: • Budget and Finance Committee • Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre
Board • Economic Development
Committee • Environmental Advisory
Committee • Financial Contributions Panel • Floodplain Management
Committee
• Heritage Advisory Committee • Liverpool City Centre
Revitalisation Committee • Liverpool Access Committee • Liverpool Multicultural Advisory
Committee • Liverpool Sports Committee • Liverpool Traffic Committee • Liverpool Youth Council • No Intermodal Committee
• Order of Liverpool Committee • Street Naming Committee • Tourism and Events Committee • Westpool • Western Sydney Regional
Organisations of Councils • Warwick Farm Racing Precinct
Steering Committee
Represented Council on: • Budget and Finance Committee • Economic Development
Committee • Environment Advisory Committee • Ethics and Audit Committee
• Georges River Combined Councils Committee
• Liverpool City Centre Revitalisation Committee
• Liverpool Migrant Resource Centre Management Committee
• Liverpool Multicultural Advisory Committee
• Order of Liverpool Committee • Street Naming Committee • Tourism and Events Committee
Represented Council on: • Aboriginal Consultative
Committee • Budget and Finance Committee • Joint Regional Planning Panel • Liverpool Multicultural Advisory
Committee
• No Intermodal Committee • Warwick Farm Racing Precinct
Steering Committee • Western Sydney Regional
Organisations of Councils
Represented Council on: • Budget and Finance Committee • Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre
Board • Economic Development
Committee • Liverpool Access Committee
• Liverpool City Centre Revitalisation Committee
• Liverpool Multicultural Advisory Committee
• Liverpool Youth Council • No Intermodal Committee • NSW Metro Public Libraries
Association
• The South West Sydney Academy of Sports Board
• Tourism and Events Committee • Western Sydney Regional
Organisations of Councils
Mayor Ned Mannoun
Councillor Gus Ballot
Councillor Tony Hadchiti
Councillor Sabrina Mamone
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Represented Council on: • Budget and Finance Committee • Economic Development
Committee • Environment Advisory Committee • Ethics and Audit Committee
Represented Council on: • Aboriginal Consultative
Committee • Budget and Finance Committee • Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre
Board • Economic Development
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• Environment Advisory Committee • Ethics and Audit Committee • Georges River Combined Councils
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Revitalisation Committee • Liverpool Migrant Resource
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• Liverpool Multicultural Advisory Committee
• Liverpool Sports Committee • Tourism and Events Committee • The South West Sydney Academy
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Represented Council on: • Liverpool Sports Committee
Represented Council on: • Liverpool Sports Committee • Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre • Liverpool Youth Council • Liverpool Access Committee
Represented Council on: • Budget and Finance Committee • Economic Development
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• Floodplain Management Committee
• Joint Regional Planning Panel(alternative)
• Liverpool Youth Council • Macarthur Bushfire Management
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• No Intermodal Committee • Order of Liverpool Committee • Royal Fire Services(RFS)
- Macarthur Zone Liaison Committee
• Tourism and Events Committee • Warwick Farm Racing Precinct
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Represented Council on: • Budget and Finance Committee • Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre
Board • Economic Development
Committee • Ethics and Audit Committee
• Financial Contributions Panel • Joint Regional Planning Panel • Liverpool City Centre
Revitalisation Committee • Liverpool Sports Committee • Macarthur/Liverpool Regional
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• Order of Liverpool Committee • Tourism and Events Committee
Represented Council on: • Tourism and Events Committee
Councillor Geoff Shelton
Councillor Peter Ristevski
Councillor Anne Stanley
Councillor Wendy Waller
Councillor Peter Harle
Deputy Mayor Mazhar Hadid
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10 Council Meetings and
7 Extraordinary Council Meetings WERE HELD DURING THE PERIOD
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Council meets monthly. Dates are set by a resolution of Council and advertised in the local newspapers and on Council’s website. Council meetings are open to all members of the public. Under the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993, some sections of a meeting may be closed to discuss matters such as legal proceedings and commercial in confidence issues, however the resolutions from these items are always made public.
All Council Meeting agendas, reports and minutes are published on Council’s website.
Ten ordinary Council Meetings and seven Extraordinary Council Meetings were held during the year. Attendance of Councillors at these meetings is summarised in the following tables.
COUNCILLOR COUNCIL MEETINGS ATTENDED
EXTRAORDINARY COUNCIL MEETINGS ATTENDED
Mayor Ned Mannoun 10 6
Deputy Mayor Mazhar Hadid 10 6
Clr Gus Balloot 9 3
Clr Tony Hadchiti 10 7
Clr Peter Harle 10 6
Clr Ali Karnib 10 7
Clr Sabrina Mamone 8 7
Clr Peter Ristevski 9 4
Clr Geoff Shelton 10 7
Clr Anne Stanley 10 6
Clr Wendy Waller 8 3
Council Meetings
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Council Committees
Council has established a number of committees that provide advice to Council on a range of community matters. Most of the committees are made up of community representatives and at least one Councillor. They meet on a regular basis and are governed by a charter which is endorsed by Council.
The following committees were held during the year:
Aboriginal Consultative Committee
Budget and Finance Committee
Building our New City Committee
Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre Board
Economic Development Committee
Environment Advisory Committee
Ethics and Audit Committee
Heritage Advisory Committee
Liverpool Access Committee
Liverpool Advisory Forum
Liverpool Sports Committee
Liverpool Youth Council
Master Planning Steering Committee
No Intermodal Committee
Order of Liverpool Advisory Committee
Street Naming Committee
Tourism and Events Committee
Warwick Farm Racing Precinct Steering Committee
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Partnerships and Corporations
Council staff and Councillors were involved in a number of external committees that deal with issues that impact Liverpool. Councillor representation on external committees is as follows:
EXTERNAL COMMITTEE /AFFILIATED BOARDS COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE/S
Georges River Combined Councils Committee Councillor Peter Ristevski
Joint Regional Planning PanelDeputy Mayor Mazhar HadidCouncillor Tony HadchitiCouncillor Peter Harle
Liverpool Migrant Resource Centre Management Committee Councillor Gus Balloot
Liverpool Traffic Committee Mayor Ned Mannoun (or delegate)
Macarthur/Liverpool Regional Advisory CouncilDeputy Mayor Mazhar HadidCouncillor Ali Karnib
Macarthur Bushfire Management Committee Councillor Peter Harle
NSW Metro Public Libraries Association Councillor Tony Hadchiti
Royal Fire Service (RFS) – Macarthur Zone Liaison Committee Councillor Peter Harle
The South West Sydney Academy of Sport Councillor Peter Ristevski
WESTPOOL Mayor Ned Mannoun (or delegate)
Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils Councillor Tony Hadchiti
During 2013-14, Council was engaged in resource sharing with a number of organisations including other councils and state government bodies as follows:
• Be Sharp Be Safe Community Sharps Management • Chemical Cleanout • Floodplains Management Authority NSW • Georges River Combined Councils Committee • Liverpool Local Emergency Management Committee • Macarthur Bushfire Management Committee • Western Sydney Regional Illegal Dumping Squad
Council did not have a controlling interest in any companies during the year.
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Overseas Visits by Councillors and Council Staff
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Rates and Charges Written Off During the Year
POSITION REMUNERATION LESS FBT ( GROSS+SUPER+CAR) FBT
General Manager $353,182 $17,141
March 2014 to June 2014General Manager(Acting)
$84,730 0
Senior Staff Remuneration $2,146,439 $138,368
Councillor Gus Balloot attended the 8th APEC Small and Medium Enterprise Technology Conference (APEC SMETC) from June 19 to 22 in Yiwu and Beijing. The majority of Councillor Ballot’s expenses were self-funded, however incidental expenses of $1,633 were reimbursed by Council.
Senior Staff Remuneration
Council has made no provision for impairment of Rates and Annual Charges. Any unpaid debts represent a charge against the rateable property and recoverable when the property is next sold.
As at 30 June 2014 the General Manager’s and Senior Staff total remuneration, including salary, bonus payments, superannuation and motor vehicle is detailed below:
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Mayoral and Councillor Fees, Expenses and Facilities
MAYORAL AND COUNCILLOR FEES & FACILITIES FEES
Total Mayor $81,340
COUNCILLORS
Total Councillors $222,400
COUNCILLORS EXPENSES
Joint Regional Planning Panel Allowance $7,800
Dedicated Office Equipment $237
Mobile phone Expenses $15,201
Postage $701
Conference and seminars $64,896
Training $19,759
Interstate Visits 0
Overseas visits $1,633
Partner/spouse expenses 0
Provision for Childcare 0
Miscellaneous $3,097
Total Councillor Expenses $113,324
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The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the General Manager of Council. The CEO leads the implementation of Council’s strategic objectives and ensures that Council’s decisions are turned into action. The CEO’s responsibilities include the effective and efficient operation of Council, employment of Council staff and management of resources.
The Chief Financial Officer and Directors provide strategic leadership and guidance. They also provide professional, positive staff and workplace leadership by creating and maintaining an environment where staff are valued, challenged and inspired to achieve strategic objectives.
Council’s organisational structure as at June 2014 is shown below.
Organisational Structure
INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT
PLANNING & GROWTH
CITY PRESENTATION
ECONOMY & ENGAGEMENT
COMMUNITY & CULTURE
PROPERTY & COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATE SERVICES
DIRECTOR DIRECTOR DIRECTORDIRECTOR DIRECTOR DIRECTOR CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Infrastructure delivery
Accessible transport
Environmental protection and sustainability
Sustainable urban growth
Efficient development process
City centre development
Clean city
Maintained city
Accessible open space
Waste services
Economic growth
Community events
Community engagement and development
Informed city
Quality services and activities
Efficient service delivery
Customer service
Commercial property management
Leases
Licences
Disposal of property
Financial sustainability
Employer of choice
Technology & information
management
Statutory compliance & eithical government
Leadership support
Corporate strategy
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER INTERNAL
AUDITBUSINESSES
IMPROVEMENT
COUNCIL COMMITTEES
MAYOR & COUNCILLORS
RESIDENTS AND RATEPAYERS
BUSINESS
WORKERS AND STUDENTS
GOVERNMENTS
PARTNERS AND NEIGHBOURS
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LEADERSHIP
COMMUNITY
VISIONLiverpool, the
vibrant regional city of opportunity,
prosperity and diversity.
Our Principles Our Directions
INNOVATION
EXCELLENCE
EQUITY
PARTNERSHIP
SUSTAINABILITY
Direction 1: Vibrant Prosperous City
Direction 2: Liveable Safe City
Direction 3: Healthy Inclusive City
Direction 4: Proud Engaged City
Direction 5: Natural Sustainable City
Direction 6: Accessible Connected City
Direction 7:Leading Proactive Council
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Our Staff
Access to Council Information
Council facilitates public access to information in accordance with the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009. During 2013-14, Council processed 810 informal requests for information. Of the 59 formal access applications, only 2 were refused. Applications for information are only refused if there is an overriding public interest against disclosure.
Council’s release of informationDuring the year, Council proactively released information on its website, including Council Meeting Agendas, Minutes of Council and committee meetings, policies and plans, Development Applications lodged and register of delegations and contracts register.
AT THE END OF JUNE 2014, COUNCIL EMPLOYED
772 Staff
697 Full time staff
and 75Casual staff
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Commitment to Ethical Conduct
Council’s commitment to ethical governance is demonstrated by its adoption and review of the following governance policies during 2013-14:
• Agency Information Guide • Civic Expenses Policy • Councillor Access to Information and Interaction with Staff Policy
• Customer Feedback Policy • Customer Service and Communication Policy • Code of Conduct • Code of Conduct Procedures • Code of Meeting Practice • Ethical Governance: Conflicts of Interest Policy • Ethical Governance: Gifts and Benefits Policy • Ethical Governance: Internal Reporting (Public Interest Disclosures) Policy
• Ethical Governance: Secondary Employment Policy • Public Safety Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Code of Practice and Standard Operating Procedures.
Code of ConductThe Code of Conduct assists Councillors, Council staff, members of Council committees and Council contractors to:
• Understand the standards of conduct that are expected of them
• Fulfil their statutory duty to act honestly and to exercise a reasonable degree of care and diligence
• Act in a way that enhances public confidence in the integrity of local government.
Public interest disclosuresCouncil does not tolerate corrupt conduct, maladministration or serious and substantial waste of public money, government information contravention or local government pecuniary interest contravention.
Council’s Ethical Governance: Internal Reporting(Public Interest Disclosures) Policy provides an internal system for the reporting of disclosures of corrupt conduct, maladministration or serious and substantial waste of public money, government information contravention and local government pecuniary interest contravention by Liverpool City Council, members of Council staff and Councillors.
There were two public interest disclosures this year.
Conflicts of interestCouncillors, Council committee members and members of Council staff must declare a conflict of interest if their private interest in a particular matter before Council appears to conflict with their public duty. During 2013-14, there were:
• 4 declarations of non-pecuniary interests by Council staff
• 60 declarations of non-pecuniary interests by Councillors.
All declarations were managed and recorded in accordance with the Code of Conduct and the Ethical Governance: Conflicts of Interest Policy.
Community Engagement
Council has a number of strategies in place to engage with the community and ensure that the community is aware and involved in Council’s operations. These include:
• Holding a regular Mayoral Mobile Office • Placing draft plans, strategies and policies on public exhibition • Ensuring information on the website is relevant and up to date • Distributing regular newsletters to households • Facilitating Council committees • Hosting engagement booths at different locations across Liverpool and at community events • Organising Public Meetings on topical issues • Facilitating Customer Service and Developer Focus Groups • Facilitating monthly Community Forums, both rural and urban • Using social media forums such as Facebook and Twitter • Undertaking an annual community telephone survey
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Community Donations and Sponsorship
In 2013-14, $266,870 was provided to community groups, organisation and individuals in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993. The recipients and funding received by each are detailed in the following table.
COMMUNITY DONATIONS AMOUNT
Liverpool Neighbourhood Connections $11,433
Karitane $9,983
South West Community Transport $6,500
Les Powell School $6,500
The Potters House Christian Centre $5,263
Liverpool Migrant Resource Centre $5,000
Treehouse Theatre $5,000
La’u Samoa Council $5,000
Sloosh Kidscare $4,995
Miller Art & Fact $4,826
The Probus Club of Liverpool City $4,128
City of Liverpool Meals on Wheels $3,500
Liverpool Fairfield Community Radio Co-op $3,500
The Junction Works $3,435
Liverpool U3A – School for Seniors $1,252
Total $80,315
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CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP AMOUNT
Shree Sanatan Dharm Pradtinidhi Sabha of Australia ($6,000 donation in addition to $5,400 in-kind support)
$11,400
Big Picture Film Festival ($6,500 donation in addition to $1,000 in-kind support) $7,500
Cancer Council ($1,000 donation in addition to $5,400 in-kind support) $6,400
Vedic Festival ($5,000 donation in addition to $650 in-kind support) $5,650
Australian Turf Club $5,000
NSW Business Chamber $5,000
Share Care Incorporated $5,000
Desi Media Group $3,000
The Eid Festival In The Park $3,000
Eggtober Foundation $2,500
Precedent Productions $2,225
Team Gong Ballistic $2,000
Tank U Pty Ltd: Australian Fighters and Martial Arts $1,000
Hoxton Park Public School Parents and Citizens $1,000
Total $ 60,675
ENVIRONMENT GRANTS AMOUNT
Moorebank Sports Club Limited $5,000
William Carey Outside School Hours Care $5,000
Christadelphian Heritage College Sydney $5,000
Heckenberg Public School $4,000
Australian Foundation for Disability $3,000
Vishwa Hindu Parishad of Australia $3,000
All Saints Catholic Primary School $3,000
Casula Public School $3,000
Liverpool West Public School $3,000
Community Donations and Sponsorship (continued...)
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ENVIRONMENT GRANTS AMOUNT
Outer Liverpool Community Service $2,400
Cecil Hills Public School $2,170
Tafe NSW South Western Sydney Institute - Outreach $1,760
Lurnea High School $1,550
Total $41,880
DONATIONS TO SPORTING ORGANISATIONS AMOUNT
Bringelly Netball Club $5,000
Southern Districts Soccer Football Association $5,000
Liverpool Primary Schools Sports Association $5,000
Moorebank Sports Netball Club $3,618
Southern Districts Softball Association $2,932
Chipping Norton Baseball Club $2,929
Prestons Robins Little Athletics $2,500
South West Tigers Junior AFL Club $1,414
Moorebank Liverpool District Hockey Club $1,290
Australian Barefoot Water Ski Club $317
Total $30,000
SPORT DONATIONS TO INDIVIDUALS AMOUNT
Total $9,000
YOUTH DONATIONS AMOUNT
Total $1,600
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SCHOOL DONATIONS AMOUNT
Al Amanah College $100
All Saints Senior College $100
Ashcroft High School $100
Casula High School $100
Cecil Hills High School $100
Christadelphian Heritage College $100
Holsworthy High School $100
Hoxton Park High School $100
James Busby High School $100
John Edmondson High School $100
Lawrence Hargrave School $100
Liverpool Girls High School $100
Miller Technology High School $100
Moorebank High School $100
Total $1,400
OTHER AMOUNT
Liverpool District Men’s Shed Incorporated $20,000
Moorebank Men’s Shed $20,000
Savavali ile Malamalama Samoan & Multicultural Liverpool $2,000
Total $42,000
Donations Annual total for 2013-14 $266,870
Community Donations and Sponsorship (continued...)
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Council’s Financial Summary
Council’s financial position as at 30 June 2014 was sound and stable.
Income Statement The income statement shows Council’s income and expenditure during the 2013-14 financial year and is calculated using the following formula:
Total revenue - Total expenses = Net result
The operating surplus in 2013-14 was $34.5 million. This does not necessarily mean there is a surplus of funds that can be used for Council operations or future capital expenditure. Some of the net result is made up of funds which have been set aside for a specific purpose and “Non-Cash” revenue. During 2013-14 these included:
• Non–Cash revenue of $11 million from road reserves dedicated by developers to Council at Moorebank, Carnes Hill, and Middleton Grange. The value of these assets is included as revenue (these are non-cash revenues and do not represent funds available for Council operations or future capital expenditure).
• $1.4 million “in kind” contributions from developers (value of works completed at the developer’s expense in lieu of a Section 94 cash contribution).
• Recognition of an in-kind capital contribution valued at $1.2 million for the site adjoining Bigge Park (former Liverpool Bowling Club) to which Council has full care and control.
• $23.7 million in Section 94 contributions by developers to fund future infrastructure associated with new development (Council is restricted as to how it may use these funds).
SNAPSHOT$185.9 million income from Continuing Operations
$47 million capital expenditure (including $11 million dedication from road reserves)
Rates and Charges comprised $101.6 million (54.6 per cent) of the total income from Continuing Operations
$5.1 million Financial Assistance Grant (FAG) received during the year
Operating Surplus (after Capital receipts) $34.5 million
Net Operating Result excluding Capital receipts is deficit of $8.3 million
Cash reserves increased by $24 million
$11 million road reserve dedicated to Council in new land release areas
Council’s Asset Renewal Gap reduced from $207 million to $63 million following an independent assessment.
TOTAL REVENUE – TOTAL EXPENSES = NET RESULT
Sourcing our revenue
Council had $185.9 million in revenue during 2013-14. The largest contributions to revenue were provided by general rates, capital grants and contributions.
WHERE OUR MONEY CAME FROMNET SHARE
INTEREST IN JOINT VENTURES
$14070.22%
GENERAL RATES
$76,98141.41%
OTHER RATES & CHARGES
$24,61613.25%
USER CHARGES & FREE
$12,8156.89%
INTEREST & INVESTMENT
$12,8153.6%
OTHER REVENUES$9,4005.06%
OPERATING GRANDS & CONTRIBUTIONS
$11,6136.25%
CAPITAL GRANDS & CONTRIBUTIONS
$72,71522.98%
NET GAIN ON SALE OF ASSETS
$6500.35%
Identifying our expenses
The majority of Council’s $151.4 million expenditure is spent on employee costs, depreciation, materials and contracts. This year, Council’s total gross expenditure increased by approximately by 4.9 per cent. This was mainly due to a 7.1 per cent increase in employee cost, 6.1 per cent depreciation expense and 4.7 per cent increase materials and contracts during the year.
WHERE OUR MONEY WAS SPENT
EMPLOYEE COSTS$54,91136.26%
DEPRECIATION & AMORTISATION
$34,59622.85%
OTHER EXPENSES$11,6047.31%
BORROWING COSTS$2,5581.69%
MATERIALS & CONTRACTS
$48,30031.9%
Council’s Financial Summary (continued...)
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Balance SheetThe balance sheet shows what we own (our assets) and what we owe (our liabilities) and our net worth.
Assets – what we ownAs at 30 June 2014, Council held assets worth $1.9 billion. The major components of our assets include:
• property, plant and equipment (land, buildings, roads, stormwater drainage, motor vehicles, trucks and other plant items)
• capital works in progress
• investment properties
• cash and investments
Revaluation of AssetsCouncil is required by the Office of Local Government (OLG) to re-value its assets at ‘Fair Value’ every five years and on a cyclical basis for each major asset class in accordance with Australian Accounting Standard AASB116.
For the financial year ending 30 June 2014, Council re-valued Land Under Roads (LUR) acquired after 1 July 2008. The re-valuation was based on the external Section 94 land valuation rate per square metre. Through this process, council recognised a re-valuation gain of $113,000 for Land Under Roads.
Capital expenditure disposalIn 2013-14, Council spent $47 million on capital works and infrastructure assets. This includes $11 million from road reserves dedicated to Council from developers in new land release areas.
Council also disposed of three properties which generated $7.3 million in income which was transferred to reserves as follows:
• Property Development Reserve - $445,275
• Iconic Development Reserve - $6,800,098
Reviewing our liabilities – what we oweCouncil’s liabilities include debt, amounts owed to suppliers and amounts owed to employees for leave entitlements. Council’s total liabilities in 2013-14 were $75.1 million. This represents a 2.6 per cent decrease from the previous year. The decrease is mainly due to a decrease in outstanding loans by $4.4 million.
Cash reservesCouncil’s cash holdings increased by $24 million in 2013-14, with an increase of $12.1 million in external restrictions and an increase of $9.7 million in internal restrictions. Unrestricted funds increased by $2.2 million.
CASH RESERVES 2009-2014 ($MILLION)
ConclusionCouncil is continuing to work to ensure it is in a strong financial position to provide for the present and future needs of our growing community, including:
• Implementation of a new organisational structure to better align its services to meet community expectations in accordance with the requirements of the Office of Local Government (OLG).
• Development of a 10-year Community Strategic Plan supported by a Resourcing Strategy consisting of a Long Term Financial Plan, an Asset Management Plan and a Workforce Management Plan. These plans assist Council to inform all stakeholders of what is required to ensure a financially sustainable Regional City for all residents as it look towards the future.
• The establishment of a business improvement portfolio to identify operational efficiencies and streamline service delivery and property portfolio to carry out Council’s regulatory functions and to maximise opportunities around commercial holdings.
• Conducting several internal service reviews to identify operational efficiencies and streamline service delivery.
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Part02.
DELIVERY PROGRAM ACHIEVEMENTS
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Part02.
Future Directions
The Growing Liverpool 2023 10-year plan concentrates on seven key strategic directions to move Liverpool forward. The directions are based on feedback from the community, stakeholders and leaders, and incorporate local, regional, state and national priorities for Liverpool.
LEADERSHIP
COMMUNITY
VISIONLiverpool, the
vibrant regional city of opportunity,
prosperity and diversity.
Our Principles Our Directions
INNOVATION
EXCELLENCE
EQUITY
PARTNERSHIP
SUSTAINABILITY
Direction 1: Vibrant Prosperous City
Direction 2: Liveable Safe City
Direction 3: Healthy Inclusive City
Direction 4: Proud Engaged City
Direction 5: Natural Sustainable City
Direction 6: Accessible Connected City
Direction 7:Leading Proactive Council
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This direction is about developing and supporting a robust local economy and vibrant and dynamic public spaces that attract business, jobs and investment.
Direction 01.
Vibrant Prosperous City
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PROGRESS AGAINST PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
City MarketingAll 8 actions were on track/completed
Economic developmentAll 8 actions were on track/completed
1 year Actions
STRATEGIC PROJECTS PROJECT NAME STATUS
City Centre Revitalisation In progress and carried Project over to 2014-15. The next phase is the 'Building Our New City' project
10-YEAR STRATEGIESPosition Liverpool as the destination of choice to attract business and investment in South Western Sydney.
Activate the city centre and develop vibrant places that attract people to Liverpool.
Assist existing businesses to grow, innovate and become competitive.
Improve the availability of a diverse range of jobs and increase workforce participation rates.
10-YEAR COMMUNITY GOALSThese are the goals for the city of Liverpool. Everyone has a role in achieving these goals, whether they are a government department, business or resident in Liverpool.
INCREASED GROSS REGIONAL PRODUCT (GRP)$7.8 billion in 2010-11 (Source: Liverpool Economic Profile, 2013)
REDUCED UNEMPLOYMENT RATE7.3% as at Dec 2013 (Source: Small Area Labour Markets Report)
10,000 ADDITIONAL JOBS IN LIVERPOOL1366 additional jobs were created in 2013-2014
100% on
track
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Badgerys Creek Airport Following an extensive community consultation with more than 2,000 residents, Council resolved to support the development of the second Sydney airport at Badgerys Creek. On 15 April 2014, Prime Minister Tony Abbott officially announced the airport and a $3.5 billion road upgrade infrastructure package at a press conference in Liverpool.
The Year in Review
Attracting Jobs and Investment The State Government announced a commitment of 5,000 square meters of commercial floor space for use by government agencies in Liverpool. Subsequently, the NSW Department of Community Relations Commission and parts of Family and Community Services will be relocated to Liverpool.
Economic Development Strategy (2013-2018)Council’s Economic Development Strategy was launched on 18 September 2013 at Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre. The Strategy provides the blue-print for economic development in Liverpool for the next 4 years.
Branding Strategy Work commenced to develop a branding strategy which aims to improve perceptions of Liverpool and promote Liverpool as a place to do business and invest.
Education and Employment Expo Liverpool’s 2168 Education and Employment Expos were held on 19 September 2013 at the TAFE NSW Miller Campus and on 8 May 2014 at Miller College. Approximately 1,000 students and job seekers attended the two expos.
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Job Creation Council assisted several companies to create and retain jobs. One thousand three hundred and sixty six (1,366) additional jobs were created during 2013-14 including 390 at the new Costco Warehouse, 225 at Transit System, 200 at Mayo and 150 at Masters Home Improvement.
Night MarketsThe 12 month Liverpool Markets trial was launched on 3 May, 2014 at Macquarie Street, Liverpool. The first market attracted more than 2,500 visitors with 18 stalls, while the second market held on 7 June, 2014 had 1,500 visitors and 26 stalls.
Economic Development A range of marketing materials were developed to encourage economic development in Liverpool including:
• ‘Invest Liverpool’ brochures to encourage investment and public sector relocation in Liverpool.
• A business toolkit for businesses which provides information on government business assistance programs, contact details of government agencies, and links to a wide range of free resources covering topics such as starting a business, business planning and finance.
• A Liverpool Business Connect e-newsletter which provides information on the latest business developments, upcoming events and opportunities in Liverpool.
• Case studies on seven businesses in Liverpool to promote the depth and breadth of industries in Liverpool.
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Major Development Application Approvals
Council has actively worked to attract growth and investment to Liverpool. Major developments which were approved in 2013-14 include:
DESCRIPTION VALUE
Construction of a ten storey hotel and alterations to an existing hotel in Prestons. $34.3mConstruction of the Carnes Hill Recreation and Community Precinct $33.3mA 14-storey residential flat building on the Hume Highway in Warwick Farm $24.9mConstruction and refurbishment of an industrial warehouse including associated works at Bernera Road, Prestons
$19.9m
Staged subdivision in 6 stages creating 257 residential lots and 12 residue lots with associated infrastructure at Camden Valley Way, Edmondson Park.
$12.9m
Construction of a part nine storey and part ten storey residential flat building at Speed Street, Liverpool
$12.3m
Construction of a nine storey mixed-use development including forty six residential units and three retail tenancies at Castlereagh Street, Liverpool.
$9.2m
Development of an eight storey mixed-use development comprising ground floor retail/commercial and 50 residential units in Macquarie Street, Liverpool
$8.3m
Development of an industrial building comprising 3 units at Prestons. $3.2mRefurbishment of an existing building to develop a retail centre and construction of a new car park at Warwick Farm.
$3.1m
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2013-14: 1,423 DAs lodged
1,245 DAs determined
675 new residential dwelling approved
$711m in total value
Development and Investment
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS Sep Qtr Dec Qtr Mar Qtr Jun Qtr
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS LODGED 411 346 343 323
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS DETERMINED 303 410 296 236
NEW RESIDENTIAL DWELLINGS APPROVED 135 250 178 112
VALUE OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS LODGED $172m $135m $178m $226m
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City Centre Revitalisation Project
This project developed and commenced implementation of a strategy which was aimed at revitalising Liverpool’s city centre and positioning Liverpool to capitalise on the opportunities arising from its status as the regional city of South Western Sydney.
The City Centre Revitalisation Project resulted in the development of the Building Our New City initiative. More information on Building Our New City is outlined in Council’s Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2014-15.
Key deliverables for 2013-14 include:
Urban Design Symposium An Urban Design Symposium was held in August 2013. The symposium gathered a range of specialist, stakeholder and community perspectives as input for revitalisation of the Liverpool City Centre.
Key focus areasThe concept designs for 5 precincts including City Nerve Centre, Macquarie Mall, Gateways, City Eat Street and Urban Breathing spaces are currently being finalised.
City Centre traffic studyA City Centre Traffic Study was completed in June 2014 to identify improvements to the city centre road network.
Review of planning controlsA review of Council’s current planning controls was undertaken to complement the urban design projects. The review will provide a planning framework for the City Centre.
City Centre events and activities A range of city centre events were held to enliven the city centre. These include Starry Sari Night, the Spring Garden Expo, Liverpool Stories, installation of new banners and exercise programs in Bigge Park.
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Direction 02.
Livable Safe City
This direction is about planning for sustainable urban development, and revitalising Liverpool’s towns and public spaces to create livable and safe neighbourhoods that connect and bring people together.
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Direction 02. Livable Safe City
PROGRESS AGAINST PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
Animal Management4 actions were on track/completed
Community Safety5 actions were on track/completed
1 action is in progress/carried over to next year
1 action will not be completed
Emergency ServicesAll 6 actions were on track/completed
Public & Open Space AmenityAll 11 actions were on track/completed
Regulatory Services5 actions were on track/completed
2 actions are in progress/carried over to next year
Urban Planning13 actions were on track/completed
1 action is in progress/carried over to next year
1 year Actions
10-YEAR STRATEGIESDeliver an efficient planning system which embraces sustainable urban renewal and growth.
Create clean and attractive public places for people to engage and connect.
Improve the community’s sense of safety in Liverpool.
Facilitate affordable and diverse housing options.
STRATEGIC PROJECTS PROJECT NAME STATUS Closed Circuit Television Completed
Development Application Completed Reform Project
10-YEAR COMMUNITY GOALSThese are the goals for the city of Liverpool. Everyone has a role in achieving these goals, whether they are a government department, business or resident in Liverpool.
85% OF PEOPLE REPORT BEING SATISFIED OR BETTER WITH CLEANLINESS OF PUBLIC SPACES 76% of people as at December 2013. (Source: Annual Telephone Survey)
85% OF PEOPLE FEELING SAFE IN THE COMMUNITY 62% felt safe as at December 2013 (Source: Annual Telephone Survey)
AN INCREASE IN DIVERSE HOUSING OPTIONS(Data not yet available)
8% delayed
92% on
track
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COMMUNITY SAFETY
SINCE 2010 NON-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ASSAULTS HAVE DECREASED BY
14.1% AND THE PERCENTAGE OF PEOPLE WHO FEEL SAFE WHEN USING THEIR LOCAL PARK HAS
INCREASED.
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Health Inspections Council carried out 1,688 health inspections
Community Meetings Council facilitated several community forums on important community issues including:
• A roundtable aimed at encouraging dialogue between key stakeholders to discuss methadone use in the Liverpool City Centre and
• An affordable housing forum to discuss the opportunities and challenges for the delivery of affordable housing in March 2014.
Infrastructure for new developmentsThe Section 94 Plan for Austral and Leppington North was prepared this year. The Section 94 Plan for East Leppington was also reviewed. These plans establish the legal mechanism for the collection of contributions from developers toward the delivery of infrastructure works including roads, open space, drainage and community facilities.
Clean Up Australia DayClean up Australia Day activities were held on 25 and 28 February and 2 March at Lighthorse Park. Participating in the event were 41 local schools, 26 community groups and 3 businesses. An estimated ten tonnes of waste were collected.
Section 149 Planning CertificatesCouncil recieved 6,069 Section 149 Planning Certificates this year demonstrating a high interest in the Liverpool property market.
Traffic Impact AssessmentsCouncil undertook traffic impact assessments on more than 212 development applications to mitigate and address traffic impacts of new development.
Graffiti Redirection Programs A partnership with the Ted Noffs Foundation Street University was established to engage young people and the community in graffiti redirection programs. Activities and events organised as part of this program also include:
• The launch of a short film, ‘Get-Up’ which showcases alternatives to illegal graffiti and
• Artists commissioned to install works at Ashcroft Shops, McGirr Park, Cartwright Avenue Miller and Lurnea Plaza, Hill Road Lurnea.
The Year in Review
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The Year in Review (continued...)Companion Animal Management The statement on activities relating to enforcing and ensuring compliance with the Companion Animals Act and Regulation for this year includes:
• Council spent $554,669 on animal management and generated $190,830 for the services offered.
• Renbury farm, Council’s pound facility took care of 1,796 cats and 1,452 dogs.
• Fifty eight dog attacks were reported during the year via the companion animal register.
• More than 230 companion animals were micro-chipped and educational show bags provided to the community at a micro-chipping day on 21 September 2013 as part of Council’s obligation to deliver companion animal community education programs.
1,619 COMPANION ANIMALS WERE REGISTERED THIS YEAR
• Strategies in place to promote and assist the de-sexing of dogs and cats include subsidies promoted through Council’s website and local papers. Council provided 14 de-sexing subsidies for residents receiving a pension.
• Strategies which seek alternatives to reduce the rate of euthanasia were investigated in partnership with the authorised impounding facility. Last year 333 dogs and 722 cats were released to organisations for re-homing. Council has removed more than feral 110 cats with the assistance of residents.
• Council has two off-leash areas: Lieutenant Cantello Reserve at Stewart Drive, Hammondville and Hoxton Park Reserve at Wilson Drive, Hinchinbrook. Council continues to look at new locations to further increase the number of off-leash areas and also to improve the facilities provided at the existing locations.
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Playground Upgrades $531,000 was spent on playground upgrades. Works included landscaping, installation of additional play equipment, seats, fitness equipment and replacing of existing play equipment with new wet pour rubber surfaces.
The following playgrounds were upgraded:
• Anzac Creek Park, Wattle Grove • Brallos Park, Holsworthy • Satleberg Park, Holsworthy • Wilkes Park, Moorebank • Glen Regent Reserve No. 1 and 2, Casula • Havard Park, Prestons • Ida Kennedy Reserve, Hinchinbrook
Improved Playground Access $69,000 was spent to improve access to the following playgrounds under the Disability Action Plan (DAP) program:
• Briggs Park , Cecil Hills • Gough Park, Cecil Hills • Dunumbral Park , Cecil Hills • Woodside Park, Hinchinbrook • Jacquie Osmond Reserve, Warwick Farm • Hammondville Park, Hammondville • Malyinya Park, Moorebank • Wilkes Park, Moorebank • Satleberg Park, Holsworthy
Park refurbishment and Enhancement works $1.4 million was spent on improving key suburb and local parks. This includes:
• New playgrounds, outdoor gym and pathways in MacLeod Park, Prestons
• A soccer field and netball court at Scott Memorial Park, Austral
• Landscaping works at Alamein Park, Liverpool; Meere Park, Lurnea and Beswick Park, Liverpool, a new access road at Ernie Smith Reserve, Moorebank and a new footpath network at Dalmeny Reserve, Prestons.
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PRIVATE WORKS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Voluntary Planning Agreements (VPA)
VPA ASSOCIATED APPLICATION DETAILS DESCRIPTION OF WORKS STATUS
Hydrox Nominees Pty Ltd, Lot 1 DP 1173635, Airfield Drive, Len Waters Estate
Council to receive $550,000 to provide flood mitigation works for Georges River catchment.
VPA yet to be enacted
Georges Fair Estate Lot 2127 DP 11452258 Georges Fair
Provision of necessary roads and public open space for estate
Conditions of agreement have been complied with to date
Former Hoxton Park airport, Lot 22 DP 1042996, Cowpasture Road
Embellishment and dedication of Chinbrook Creek, construction of drainage detention basin, road bridge, bike and pedestrian path and signalised intersection at Cowpasture road.
Majority of infrastructure works were completed and de-registration of agreement is underway
Defence Housing Australia, Lot 7 Sirius Road, Voyager Point
Embellishment and dedication of land adjacent to Williams Creek
Land dedication and embellishments are under construction
Mirvac Homes (NSW) Pty Ltd and Landcom Lot 11 DP 1139171 Elizabeth Hills
Embellishment and dedication of Hinchinbrook Creek foreshore and drainage land, provision of public recreation facilities and public open space for the estate.
Construction works are underway
New Brighton Golf Course180 Nuwarra Road, Moorebank
Construct shared pedestrian and cycleways, dedicate Georges River foreshore and other land and rehabilitate existing vegetated areas
Works are yet to be undertaken
COMMUNITY SATISFACTION – LIVABLE SAFE CITY
Annual Telephone SurveySince 2011-12, there has been an increase in community satisfaction with development being compatible with the local area. Whereas community satisfaction for city centre appearance and parks & gardens decreased between 2011 and 2012, this increased in 2013
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Annual Telephone Survey
CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION (CCTV)
Council delivered a network of CCTV cameras in the Liverpool city centre to promote the community’s sense of safety in public and open spaces.
Highlights include:
CCTV installation and visual display systemCouncil installed CCTV at 20 locations. This enhanced surveillance network provides 24 hour recording of local streets, retail precincts and parks across central Liverpool and acts as a valuable deterrent against all types of anti-social behaviour. The CCTV footage is monitored by local police.
Signage and Community AwarenessCouncil undertook a broad promotional campaign to inform the community of the CCTV surveillance. This included newspaper articles, local advertising and promotion at Council’s New Year’s Eve and Australia Day events.
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REFORM PROJECT
This project aims to improve Council’s capacity to process a high volume of development applications in response to rapid urban growth and development across Liverpool. Highlights include:
Fast Track processCouncil developed a new best-practice development assessment process called Fast Track. Fast Track allows for the consistent assessment of low-risk development applications within five business days.
Council is also in the process of implementing a range of other best-practice business improvement initiatives to reduce development application backlogs and to promote better planning outcomes.
This includes:
• Developing a new internal risk management framework
• Standardising development assessment conditions • Transitioning to a paperless environment • Implementing new electronic tools
Online tracking Council launched the Liverpool ePlanning Portal in May 2014 to enable stakeholders to view and track the lodgement of development applications online and search property details.
The ePlanning portal will provide a platform for future online tools such as mapping and electronic lodgement.
Trainee planner program Council’s trainee planner program employs recent planning graduates and current students for a period of 12 months to gain experience in both statutory and strategic planning. This program has proved to be a successful investment in staff development, with a number of trainees moving on to permanent roles at Council.
Direction 03.
Healthy Inclusive City
This direction is about creating a harmonious community which values and respects diversity and embraces the opportunities it provides. Equity and inclusion will underpin all of Council’s service delivery as it strives to build community strength and ensure social inclusion.
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PROGRESS AGAINST PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
Children’s Services All 6 actions were on track/completed
Community Facilities5 actions were on track/completed 3 actions are in progress/carried over to next year
Customer ServicesAll 5 actions were on track/completed
Libraries and MuseumAll 8 actions were on track/completed
Social OutcomesAll 14 actions were on track/completed
1 year Actions
10-YEAR STRATEGIESFoster social inclusion strengthens the local community and increase opportunities for people who may be experiencing barriers.
Celebrate and respect Liverpool’s rich cultural and social diversity and embrace the opportunities it provides.
Improve health and wellbeing and encourage a happy, active community.
Plan, support and deliver high quality and accessible services, programs and facilities.
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8% delayed
92% on
track
10-YEAR COMMUNITY GOALSThese are the goals for the city of Liverpool. Everyone has a role in achieving these goals, whether they are a government department, business or resident in Liverpool.
90% OF PEOPLE EXPRESS SATISFACTION OR BETTER WITH THEIR CONTACT WITH COUNCIL. 79% of people in December 2013 (Source: Annual Telephone Survey)
AN INCREASE IN THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO PARTICIPATE IN REGULAR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY. 48.1% increase from 47.2% in 2010 (Source: South Western Sydney Local Health District, 2013, Liverpool Local Government Area Health Profile 2013)
85% OF PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT THERE IS A SENSE OF COMMUNITY IN LIVERPOOL.51% of people in 2013 (Source: Annual Telephone Survey)
90% OF PEOPLE FEEL THAT LIVERPOOL IS A HARMONIOUS SOCIETY WHICH RESPECTS CULTURAL DIVERSITY. 52% of people as at December 2013 (Source: Annual Telephone Survey)
STRATEGIC PROJECTS PROJECT NAME STATUS Live well in Liverpool Completed
Customer Service In progress and Standards carried over to 2014-15
Carnes Hill Recreation In progress and and Community Precinct carried over to 2014-15
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The Year in Review
Children’s Services won Leadership Excellence AwardsChildren’s Services won the Local Government Management Excellence Awards in the ‘Leadership Excellence in Community Services’ category.
Youth Week More than 400 young people participated in Youth Week activities during April 2014. This included Street Legacy IV, a dance and singing competition and the Dear Liverpool social media initiative.
Community grants distributed Council worked with local clubs and organisations to grant $668,454 in funding to 33 community organisations through the ClubGRANTS Scheme. Successful organisations included Rosemount Good Shepherd Youth and Family Services, Catholic Education Foundation, St Vincent’s Clinic, Sisters of Charity Outreach, Ted Noffs Foundation and the Salvation Army.
Community grants receivedCouncil received approximately $280,000 in funding for a range of community programs which support disadvantaged communities in Liverpool including:
• The Community Building Partnership Program for upgrades to the Wattle Grove Youth Centre ($20,000) and Miller Community Centre ($54,400)
• Liverpool Catholic Club grant for community markets ($2,500)
• Department of Family and Community Services grant for the 2168 Training and Research Centre ($8,922), community development funding and networks ($17,851) and community farm project ($97,182)
• Office of Communities funding for a Men’s Shed ($45,000) and community development (youth - $3,075)
• An Attorney General’s Department grant through Proceeds of Crime Act for Graffiti Prevention and Reduction ($35,000)
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Language Aide Program The language aide program was used on 238 occasions to provide informal translation services to people from non-English speaking backgrounds. The top three languages were Arabic, Croatian and Italian.
Liverpool Midnight BasketballThere were 99 young people and 40 volunteers in the Liverpool Midnight Basketball program held between 14 February and 4 April.
Liverpool Library and Museum Participation in school holiday activities at Liverpool’s libraries included:
• 814 children and young adults enrolled in the library’s Summer Reading Club
• 350 people for the Featherdale Wildlife Park animal visit
• 141 children participated in the special story-time event ‘Wild Homes – Rangers on the Run’.
Participation in activities at Liverpool Regional Museum included:
• 16 attendees at a book and DVD selection meeting for the Vietnamese community
• 20 attendees at a talk on the Trainspotting (Powerhouse Museum International Photo competition) exhibition.
Other exhibitions and events at the City Library and museum included Behind the Song, Max Dupain on Assignment and Escape from Vietnam, World Class Teapots from Bygone Beauties Teapot Museum, Children’s Book Week, Adult Learners’ Week and History Week.
Volunteer Recognition Dinner More than 200 people attended the Gift of Time volunteer recognition dinner on 21 May at Liverpool Catholic Club. The event recognises the invaluable contribution that volunteers in Liverpool make throughout the year.
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City Library Renewal The complete renewal of an air-conditioning plant at the City Library was completed this year. The works were funded by the Loan Infrastructure Renewal Scheme and valued at $1.5m.
Miller Community Centre Improvements Improvements valued at $54,000 were made to the Miller Community Centre (former Miller Library), in order to establish an employment and education hub in Miller. The facility is leased to the Community 2168 project.
Community Facility Improvement and Upgrades Council spent $5.7 million renewing, refurbishing and improving many of its existing community facilities including:
• An internal upgrade to Orange Grove Community Centre
• Upgrades to the Speed Street Community Centre • Building upgrades to the Brass Pipe and Band Hall, Michael Wenden gymnasium and three of Council’s child care centres
• Potable water and electrical supply to Kokoda Oval • Air-conditioning renewal to Cecil Hill • Improvements to the 50 metre pool at Wenden Swim Centre.
BEFORE AFTER
The Year in Review (continued...)
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COMMUNITY SATISFACTION – COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Annual Telephone Survey SATISFACTION FOR PROVISION OF COUNCIL'S
LIBRARY SERVICES & PLAYGROUNDS CONTINUES TO GROW.
2011 2012 2013
4.50
4.00 3.50
3.00
2.50
2.00
1.50
1.00
0.50
0.0Libraries Playgrounds
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Qtr Avg 2012 Sep Qtr Dec Qtr Mar Qtr Jun Qtr
CALLS (INCLUDING AFTER HOURS)
42,624 47,568 47,957 47,249 43,953
REQUESTS 15,407 18,572 19,080 19,814 17,259
CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE
12,385 17,496 16,925 16,222 14,167
CHILDCARE CENTRE
Utilisation Rates
CUSTOMER SERVICES
Target 86.12012/13
Sept Qtr
Dec Qtr
Mar Qtr
Jun Qtr
77
85
85
90
94
50,000
40,000
30,000
20,000
10,000
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COMMUNITY SATISFACTION – SUPPORT SERVICES
COMMUNITY SATISFACTION WITH PROVISION OF SUPPORT SERVICES DROPPED SIGNIFICANTLY BETWEEN 2011 & 2012;
HOWEVER THIS IMPROVED IN 2013 WITH SATISFACTION RATES INCREASING.
Annual Telephone Survey
2011 2012 2013
3.80
3.70 3.60
3.50
3.40
3.30
3.20
3.10
3.00
2.90Aged persons Young people Multicultural
communities
CUSTOMER SERVICE STANDARDSThis project is aimed at developing new customer service standards for the whole of Council to support the provision of exceptional, courteous and timely responses to the community and customers of Council.
Policy ReviewCouncil reviewed its Customer Service and Communications Policy in May 2014. This review will form the basis for the new customer service standards.
Customer Service Week A range of activities were held during Customer Service week in December 2014 to improve customer service levels across all of Council. Activities included buddying sessions with Customer Services staff to give other staff and management an insight into Council’s operations and customer service delivery and morning teas aimed at introducing different departments to each other.
Staff Training A comprehensive training program was delivered to improve how Council staff communicate with customers. More than two hundred employees were trained through the year. The training focused on behaviour and social styles for different personality types.
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CARNES HILL RECREATION AND COMMUNITY PRECINCTThis project will deliver a new recreation and community precinct in Carnes Hill that provides services, facilities and spaces to support the health and local wellbeing of the community, including a community centre, district library, leisure centre, key suburb park, skate park and associated services.
The proposed precinct will cater for residents living in Carnes Hill, Hoxton Park, West Hoxton, Prestons, Middleton Grange, Edmondson Park and the broader Liverpool catchment.
Consultations and proposed design More than 250 community members responded to the proposed design of the Precinct through various community engagement platforms. Community responses detailed overwhelming support for the project including key issues and areas for improvement in the proposed design.
Development Approval and detailed designs The Development Application was submitted to the Sydney West Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) for independent assessment. The Plans were approved by the Panel and detailed designs for the Precinct have been completed.
LIVE WELL IN LIVERPOOLThis project delivered community-based physical activity and healthy living programs and policies that support healthy lifestyles, reduce obesity and enhance positive health behaviours in the daily lives of people in Liverpool. The program was funded by the NSW Department of Health and Ageing, Heart Foundation, South Western Sydney Local Health District and Fairfield City Council.
There were 285 people from disadvantaged groups participated in walking groups, cycling training sessions, healthy cooking program and outdoor gym sessions.
Installation of outdoor gymAn outdoor gym was installed at Hart Park, Warwick Farm. The equipment is aimed at encouraging local residents to work-out and be active outdoors.
Healthy Living Program Live Well in Liverpool delivered a range of free activities and programs including walking and cycling groups, healthy cooking classes and a Certificate II in Hospitality through the Liverpool Community Kitchen and Hub. A Healthy Living in Liverpool Cookbook modified traditional cultural recipes suggested by program participants into healthy eating options.
Development of an active travel map The Liverpool and Fairfield Active Travel Map was developed to promote physical activity. 10,000 copies of this map were printed for each Local Government Area. The map was translated into 20 languages and has been distributed widely through community organisations and Council facilities and events.
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This direction is about community engagement, pride and identity. As a regional city, Liverpool is home to several icon-ic facilities such as the Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre and Brownes Farm Reserve.
Direction 04.
Proud Engaged City
Direction 04. Proud Engaged City
PROGRESS AGAINST PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre (CPAC)5 actions were on track/completed
1 action is in progress/carried over to next year
Community EngagementAll 11 actions were on track/completed
Events6 actions were on track/completed 1 action is in progress/carried over to next year
1 year Actions
10-YEAR STRATEGIESStrengthen and celebrate Liverpool’s unique identity.
Engage and consult with the community to enhance opportunities for communication and involvement.
Deliver a range of stimulating and vibrant cultural events, programs and festivals.
Provide first class and iconic facilities and places.
Protect and preserve Liverpool’s heritage, including its rural landscape and cultural history.
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10-YEAR COMMUNITY GOALSThese are the goals for the city of Liverpool. Everyone has a role in achieving these goals, whether they are a government department, business or resident in Liverpool.
85% OF PEOPLE EXPRESS SATISFACTION OR BETTER WITH COUNCIL’S CONSULTATION WITH THE COMMUNITY. 76% satisfaction or better in December 2013 (Source: Annual Telephone Survey)
AN INCREASE IN PEOPLE'S SENSE OF BELONGING IN THEIR CITY. 51% of people as at December 2013 (Source: Annual Telephone Survey)
AN INCREASE IN THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO PARTICIPATE IN ARTS & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES.Visitation to Casual Powerhouse Arts Centre increased by 15% in comparison to 2011-12STRATEGIC PROJECTS
PROJECT NAME STATUS Communications Strategy Project is still under-way and has been carried over to 2014-15
12% delayed
88% on
track
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The Year in Review
Best Art Gallery Award CPAC won Best Art Gallery in ‘Best of Sydney’ Awards 2013.
Participation at Programs and Events PROGRAM VALUEWorkshops (Access/School Holidays/Adult/Seniors)
4,119
Legal Art Walls 481
Life Drawing 88
Clayhouse 966
Storytime 3,057
Citizenship CeremonyLiverpool welcomed 1,222 new citizens at 13 ceremonies. The top 5 countries of origin were Iraq, India, Fiji, Vietnam and Philippines. A special citizenship ceremony was also held with a new 100 year old citizen. The event attracted significant media attention.
Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre (CPAC) A range of events were held at CPAC this year, including:
• The launch of the funding campaign for the Way out West Festival for Children with the major project ‘Tanabata Wish Upon a Star’ receiving $4,500.
• A Smash and Grab on 7 June, which included the performance and creation of the commissioned artwork, Hollow Promise – Casula by artist, Gary Deirmendjian. The day attracted 170 visitors.
• The opening doors exhibition launched on 24 May. Thirty art works were exhibited by students and 13 artworks by mid-career artists. The exhibition celebrates the involvement of the community to combat graffiti and vandalism. The program was funded by the Australian Government under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.
• Three performances including ‘The Good, The Bad and the Ethnic’ which had a 61% attendance rate and generated $5,000 in profit.
• A senior’s matinée performance of ‘Musical of the Night’, which had 100% attendance and sold 100 lunches on the day.
• Touring its first in-house production of Tough Beauty to MonkeyBaa theatre in Darling Quarter, more than 400 children and industry professionals attended.
• A range of exhibitions including; Enraptured – the Art of Costuming, Tony Mott rock exhibition, NEXT 2013 HSC art students exhibition and The Christo: John Kaldor Family Collection.
• Hosting the Governor General’s International Women’s Day function in March 2014.
• Navigation Pacifica 2013 on Saturday 19 October. More than 4,000 people attended a range of activities, events and performances. This includes BBQ Pacifica which is a part of the Sydney Morning Herald’s, Crave International Food Festival.
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CPAC – Grants Casula Powerhouse Art Centre (CPAC) applied for multiple grants during the year including $200,000 over 2 years from the Crown Resort Foundation for a Western Sydney tour of CPAC’s flagship children’s festival, ‘Way out West’. CPAC also secured:
• ArtsNSW funding of $21,500 for the local tour of Elders of Liverpool – A photo exhibition by Merv Bishop, a leading Aboriginal artist.
• Funding of $62,000 from a range of sources including the Australia Council for the Arts and Arts, and NSW Young People.
• NSW Sports and recreation funding of $10,000 and NSW Department of Trade and an investment grant of $5,000 for Casula Powerhouse Education Program.
Community Forums Council organised 20 community forums this year. Topics discussed include Council’s budget, policing update and information sessions on Council initiatives.
Online Community Engagement Portal Liverpool Listens, Council’s new online community engagement portal was launched in May 2014. The website received 1,206 visits between May and June. Community members were engaged on projects such as Liverpool night markets, the Building Our New City project and a multicultural advisory forum through the portal.
NAIDOC Week and Sorry DayCouncil organised a number of initiatives to promote and celebrate Aboriginal culture within Liverpool. There were 250 participants in the NAIDOC day march from Macquarie Mall to Bigge Park followed by a family fun day on 10 July 2013. More than 65 people participated in Sorry Day activities including Smoking Ceremony and flag raising on 7 June 2014.
Australia Day Festival An Australia Day event was held on 26 January 2014 at Woodward Park Liverpool with more than 30,000 people attending. There were 21 food stallholders, 19 general market stalls, 7 amusement rides and approximately 250 performers including Third Degree (X Factor finalist 2012) and Johnny Ruffo (Home and Away, X Factor and Dancing with the Stars).
Harmony Day More than 850 people celebrated Harmony Day at Bigge Park on 21 March 2014. Activities included a soccer clinic with the Western Sydney Wanderers, community art and citizenship ceremony.
New Year’s Eve New Year’s Eve celebrations were held at Chipping Norton Lakes in December. There were 9,000 attendees for the New Year’s Eve event. Entertainers included The Kingz Party band, Smurf Show, Ashton Circus Show, Imprint dance crew and Tee (X Factor top 13).
Starry Sari nightStarry Sari Night, a Bollywood themed film night was held on 31 August 2013 with more than 3,000 people attending. Starry Sari Night aims to celebrate Liverpool City’s rich cultural diversity and contributes to make Liverpool’s City Centre more active and vibrant, particularly during evenings and on weekends.
‘Liverpool Life’‘Liverpool Life’, Council’s new-look newsletter was launched and distributed to 14,464 households in rural areas and 58,370 households in urban areas on a bi-monthly basis this year. The new-look of the newsletter provides frequent updates to the community in a more vibrant and easy to read format. The key stories are translated into the top three language groups.
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The Year in Review (continued...)
COMMUNITY SATISFACTION - VIBRANT PROSPEROUS CITY Annual telephone survey
COMMUNITY SATISFACTION FOR CONSULTATION WITH THE
COMMUNITY AND FESTIVALS AND MAJOR EVENTS DEMONSTRATES A NOTABLE INCREASE AND COULD BE ATTRIBUTED TO COUNCIL’S INTRODUCTION FOR EVENTS SUCH AS NYE AT CHIPPING NORTON LAKES AND STARRY SARI NIGHT.
COMMUNITY SATISFACTION WITH
Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre
66,000
64,000
62,000
60,000
58,000
56,000
54,000
52,0002011-1255,619
2012-1365,668
2013-1465,793Visitations
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4.50
4.00
3.50
3.00
2.50
2.00
2011
Support for arts and cultural groups
Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre
Information on the website
Consultation with the community
Festivals and major events
2012 2013
WHILST SUPPORT FOR ARTS AND CULTURAL GROUPS EXPERIENCED A DROP BETWEEN 2011 & 2012 AND IS GRADUALLY INCREASING.
CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE REMAINS HIGH
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This direction is about protecting the environment and ensuring development is sustainable and ecological.
Natural Sustainable City
Direction 05.
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10-YEAR COMMUNITY GOALSThese are the goals for the city of Liverpool. Everyone has a role in achieving these goals, whether they are a government department, business or resident in Liverpool.
AT LEAST 80% OF DOMESTIC WASTE IS DIVERTED FROM LANDFILL. 69.4% of corporate and community total annual waste diverted from landfill 2013-14. (Source: Fortnightly Waste Tonnage Report)
IMPROVED CONDITION OF RIVERS AND WATERWAYS TO B+ OR BETTER. Only 2 out of 6 rivers/waterways in Liverpool have this rating. (Source: 2012-2013 River Health- Georges and Cooks River Alliance)
A YEARLY HOUSEHOLD WATER CONSUMPTION RATE COMPARABLE TO
GREATER SYDNEY.Sydney wide 22kl per house and 159kl per unit. Liverpool is 236.4kl per house and 190kl per unit. (Source: www.myplanetfootprint.com.au)
INCREASED NATURAL BUSH LAND CORRIDORS THAT ARE RESTORED.This data is not yet available
Direction 05. Natural Sustainable City
PROGRESS AGAINST PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
Environmental SustainabilityAll 10 actions were on track/completed
Stormwater Management4 actions were on track/completed
1 action is in progress/carried over to next year
Waste ManagementAll 6 actions were on track/completed
1 year Actions
10-YEAR STRATEGIESLead the community to develop and implement sustainable practices.
Enhance and protect natural corridors, waterways and bushland.
Reduce adverse environmental impacts for present and future generations.
STRATEGIC PROJECTS PROJECT NAME STATUS Community Recycling Completed Centre Community Nursery Project is still Education Centre under-way and has been carried over to 2014-15
5% delayed
95% on
track
Direction 05. Natural Sustainable City
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Community Participation and Volunteering A total of 547 people and community volunteers participated in activities, programs and events including the Environment Volunteer Program, Community Tree Planting program, National Tree Day event and the Sustainability Blitz Workshop Series. A Volunteer Recognition event was held on 4 December 2013 to thank these volunteers.
Sustainability Blitz WorkshopThere were 8 Sustainability Blitz Workshops held this year including Natural Green Cleaning, Composting and Worm Farming, No Dig Gardening, Plant Propagation, Chook Care and an Organic Garden Problem Solver workshop.
Sustaining Liverpool NewsletterThe Winter, Spring, Summer and Autumn edition of the Sustaining Liverpool Newsletter was distributed to more than 1,500 households.
Tree Planting There were eight community tree planting activities held this year including National Tree Day on 28 July. The Council also supported 35 Schools to participate in Schools National Tree Day by providing 1,800 plants. There were 126 volunteers and 1,920 plants were planted.
Reducing hazardous and household waste Two chemical clean out events were held on 18 October 2013 and 22 February 2014. More than 652 cars attended the event and 28 tonnes of hazardous waste were collected and disposed of in an environmentally safe manner.
A Garage sale trail was held on 26 October 2013 to support families in Liverpool to re-cycle unwanted household products.
Flood Prevention Council continues to provide the necessary infrastructure to protect our community from flooding.
Restoration of 400 metres of heavily damaged pipes to improve hydraulic capacity and extend the service life of Council’s piped drainage systems in Lurnea was completed. A total of 1.3 kilometres of pipe has been rehabilitated covering a pipe network of 10 kilometres during 2013-14. Metres of drainage pipes rehabilitated during this period.
The Year in Review
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Bushland restored and maintained The cumulative area of bushland restored and maintained by Council’s Environment Levy program in 2013-14 is 872,791m2 since the commencement of the program. Of this, approximately 179 hectares of new bushland areas were restored in 2013-14, including:
• Blamfield Oval, Ashcroft • Brickmakers Creek, Warwick Farm • Cabrogal Park, Hinchinbrook • Dwyer Oval, Warwick Farm • Ernie Smith Reserve, Moorebank • Fassifern Park, Cartwright • Glen Regent Reserve, Casula
Water and Energy Conservation Council undertook a range of water and energy conservation initiatives this year including:
• Window tinting and LED lighting replacement to level 2 of the Liverpool City Library
• Installation of energy efficient equipment including solar panels at Wattle Grove and Hinchinbrook Early Education and Care Centres.
• Installation of waterless urinals at Liverpool City Library to reduce water usage and deliver cost savings.
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AFT
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STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SERVICE CHARGE
The Stormwater Management Services Charge commenced in July 2008 and generates approximately $1.2 million in funding each year to undertake additional stormwater rehabilitation and renewal works to accommodation for Liverpool’s growing population.
The following table provides a summary of works completed for the year ending 30 June 2014.
PROJECTS PARTLY OR FULLY FUNDED THROUGH STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SERVICE CHARGE
FUNDING FROM STORMWATER CHARGE ($)
TOTAL EXPENDITURE ($)
STATUS AS AT 30 JUNE 2014
Flood Mitigation $33,068 $33,068
New Flood Markers at Chipping Norton, Austral and Prestons.
$7,037 $7,037 Completed
Flood Mitigation - Overland Flows $15,400 $15,400 Completed
CBD Trunk Drainage - Elizabeth St, George St to College Street.
$10,631 $10,631 Completed
Stormwater Quality $110,979 $110,979
Miller - New Gross Pollution Trap $78,995 $78,995 Completed
Hinchinbrook – New Gross Pollution Trap $31,984 $31,984 Completed
Drainage Enhanced Maintenance $266,624 $226,941
Programmed Drainage Maintenance $153,312 $117,839 Completed
Stormwater Pipe Inspection, Assessment and Ancillary Works
$113,312 $109,102 Completed
Erosion Protection Works $164,514 $164,514
Bonds Creek, Tenth Avenue Austral - Bank Stabilisation
$61,962 $61,962 Completed
Wattle Grove Wetland, Wattle Grove – Bank Stabilisation
$63,050 $63,050 Completed
Georges River, Pleasure Point – Erosion Protection $39,502 $39,502 Completed
Stormwater Pipe Restoration and Renewal $587,546 $587,546
Stormwater Pipe Relining $379,560 $379,560 Completed
Stormwater Pipe Structural Patches $207,986 $207,986 Completed
Grand Total $1,162,731 $1,123,048
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COUNCIL’S TOTAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION DECREASED BY APPROXIMATELY 3% DURING 2013-14 WHEN COMPARED TO 2012-13
32.5
32.0
31.5
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$1,600,000
$1,580,000
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NATIVE PLANT ECOSYSTEMS
COUNCIL'S TOTAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION (EXCLUDING STREET LIGHTING)
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COMMUNITY RECYCLING CENTRE Council opened the Liverpool Community Recycling Centre at its operations centre in Rose Street, Liverpool. To deliver the project, Council secured a $250,000 grant from the NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA).
Recycling CapabilityThe Centre allows residents to drop off their household waste, in-turn reducing up to 85% of the problem wastes that are traditionally disposed of at Chemical Clean-Out events.
More than 25 tonnes of problem waste was diverted from landfill within 6 weeks of operation, 20 tonnes being computers and television. There were 412 participants in the first 6 weeks since the Centre was opened.
The Liverpool Community Recycling Centre will be used as a 'model' by the EPA to showcase the benefits of such facilities to other Councils and organisations.
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4.5
4
3.5
3
2.5
2
1.5
1
0.5
0Health of rivers
and creeksDomestic Waste
Services
2011 2012 2013
COMMUNITY SATISFACTION WITH
HEALTH OF RIVERS AND CREEKS HAS REMAINED RELATIVELY STABLE IN THE PAST THREE YEARS. EVEN THOUGH IT HAS DROPPED SLIGHTLY, THE SATISFACTION RATE FOR DOMESTIC WASTE SERVICES IS STILL HIGH AND HIGHER THAN THE BENCHMARK FOR NSW COUNCILS.
Annual telephone survey
COMMUNITY SATISFACTION – NATURAL SUSTAINABLE CITY
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ENVIRONMENT LEVY WORKSOn 3 July 2007, Council received approval for a permanent environment levy from the then Department of Local Government. The environment levy is an ad valorem charge per rateable property and is approximately $20 per property per annum. The funds allow Council to undertake projects, programs and initiatives which address environmental sustainability in Liverpool.
Council’s Environment Restoration Plan provides the framework for delivery of key projects which are funded through the environment levy.The following table provides details of all projects funded through the levy in 2013-14.
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT LEVY
AMOUNT DETAILS
TOTAL INCOME $1,541,756
Environment Levy $1,436,116
Interest Environment Levy $105,640
Summary of Expenditure $1,151,360
ADMINISTRATION AND EDUCATION COSTS
Administration Costs (includes Salaries)
$366,390
• Salaries of Environment Restoration Coordinator, two project officers, volunteer supervisor and site inspector
• Consultant costs
Community Support $9,595
• Provision of support for Environment Advisory Committee and environment group meetings and activities
• Provision of training for Environment Volunteers
George’s River Riverkeeper Program $40,717Contribution to delivery of George’s River Riverkeeper Program which undertakes creek cleaning projects at various locations around Liverpool
Educational Material and Programs $22,524
Development and delivery of educational material and programs including:
• Major environment restoration projects
• Sustainability Blitz workshop series
• Quarterly environment activity flyers
• Development and distribution of Council’s quarterly environment newsletter Sustaining Liverpool
• Tree planting activities and environment events
TOTAL SPEND ON ADMINISTRATION AND EDUCATION
$439,226
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INCOME AND EXPENDITURE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT LEVY
AMOUNT DETAILS
MAINTENANCE, MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
Plants $16,365
Locally native plants for tree planting activities, tree giveaways, environment group activities, schools programs, grant projects, bush regeneration maintenance activities and Sustainability Blitz workshops
Mulch and site preparation $23,600Site preparation and provision of mulch for programs and activities
Site Maintenance $10,404Site maintenance works on completed major bush regeneration project sites
Bush Regeneration Maintenance $243,2954 full-time staff to undertake maintenance of bush regeneration sites
Equipment and Tools $4,184
Delivery of annual tree planting calendar, environment group activities, environment events including National Tree Day, bush regeneration maintenance and Sustainability Blitz workshops
TOTAL SPENT ON MAINTENANCE, MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
$297,848
ON-GROUND CONTRACTED WORKSBushland and riparian restoration works for the environment restoration project which includes weeding, locally native tree planting and litter removal
Bushland and riparian restoration works for the environment restoration project which includes weeding, locally native tree planting and litter removal
$28,715Maxwells Creek Riparian Restoration Project – Area 3 (Commenced March 2014, primary works in progress)
$14,549Haigh Park Riparian Restoration Project – Area 1 (Commenced March 2014, primary works in progress)
$30,560Ernie Smith Reserve Riparian Restoration Project – Area 4 (Commenced March 2014, primary works in progress)
$18,883Lot 10 Heathcote Road Riparian Restoration Project – Area 1 (Commenced December 2013, Capital works completed)
$2,640The River Walk Riparian Restoration Project – Area 2 (Commenced November 2013, primary works in progress)
$5,940Tepper Park Riparian Restoration Project – Area 1 (Commenced October 2013, primary works in progress)
$1,632Murragan Park Bushland Restoration Project – Area 3 (Commenced April 2014, primary works in progress)
$3,780Rossini Drive Riparian Restoration Project – Area 2 (Commenced February 2013, Primary works in progress)
ENVIRONMNET LEVY WORKS (CONTINUED...)
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INCOME AND EXPENDITURE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT LEVY
AMOUNT DETAILS
Bushland and riparian restoration works for the environment restoration project which includes weeding, locally native tree planting and litter removal
$26,257Nelson Phillis Park Bushland Restoration Project – Area 1 (Commenced August 2013, Capital works completed)
$24,456Lehmanns Oval Riparian Restoration Project – Area 1 (Commenced August 2013, Capital works completed)
$32,633Miller Park Riparian Restoration Project – Area 2 (Commenced June 2013, Capital works completed)
$62,933Hoxton Park Riparian Restoration Project – Area 3 (Commenced December 2013, Capital works completed)
$25,114Cabrogal Park Riparian Restoration Project – Area 2 (Commenced February 2013, Capital works completed)
$38,787Mannix Park Bushland Restoration Project – Area 2 (Commenced May 2013, Primary works in progress)
$31,262Blamfield Oval Riparian Restoration Project – Area 1 (Commenced November 2012, Capital works completed)
$21,477Powell Park Riparian Restoration Project – Area 1 (August 2012 – Project Completed)
$10,394Fassifern Park Riparian Restoration Project – Area 2 (August 2012 – Project Completed)
$5,037Dwyer Oval Riparian Restoration Project – Area 1 (August 2012 – Project completed)
$11,731Brickmakers Creek – Lawrence Hargrave Drive – Riparian Restoration Project – Area 1 (August 2012 – Project Completed)
$6,525Maxwells Creek Riparian Restoration Project – Area 2 (August 2012 – Project Completed)
$10,981Glen Regent Reserve Bushland Restoration Project – Area 1 (September 2012 – Project Completed)
TOTAL SPENT ON ON-GROUND CONTRACTED WORKS
$414,286
TOTAL EXPENDITURE $1,151,360
The balance of the funds not expended in 2013-14 will be transferred to the Environment Levy Reserve which will contribute to the future delivery of the Community Nursery and Environmental Education Centre.
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This direction is about local and global connections. Council will work collaboratively with all relevant partners to improve the connectivity and functionality of Liverpool’s transport systems.
Direction 06.
Accessible Connected City
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PROGRESS AGAINST PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES Roads, footpaths and cycleways 6 actions were on track/completed
1 action is in progress/carried over to next year
Road SafetyAll 6 actions were on track/completed
Traffic and TransportAll 8 actions were on track/completed
1 year Actions
10-YEAR STRATEGIESProvide safe and easy travel with a high quality road and traffic management network.
Encourage sustainable and alternative transport options such as walking, cycling and public transport.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to maximise community access to emerging technologies.
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10-YEAR COMMUNITY GOALSThese are the goals for the city of Liverpool. Everyone has a role in achieving these goals, whether they are a government department, business or resident in Liverpool.
25% OF TRIPS TO WORK ARE MADE BY MODES OTHER THAN PRIVATE CAR 15.8% in 2011. This is a slight increase from 2006 (15.3%). (Source: Census Data)
95% OF HOMES HAVE ACCESS TO BROADBAND 66% of homes, a significant increase since 2006 (38.1%) (Source: Census Data)
85% OF PEOPLE EXPRESS SATISFACTION IN THE MANAGEMENT OF TRAFFIC OR SAFETY ON LOCAL STREETS80% of people in 2012.(Source: Annual Telephone Survey)STRATEGIC PROJECTS
PROJECT NAME STATUS Construction of Project is still Kurrajong and Bernera under-way and has Roads been carried over to 2014-15
Wi-Fi in the City Centre Project is still under-way and has been carried over to 2014-15
5% delayed
95% on
track
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New and upgraded traffic facilities To improve pedestrian and traffic safety, new and upgraded traffic facilities were provided during the year at the following locations:
• Roundabout improvement at Barcelona Drive and Beech Road, Prestons
• A new roundabout at Kingsford Smith and Flynn Ave, Middleton Grange
• A new roundabout at Banks Road and Cartwright Ave, Miller
Resealing WorksResealing works were undertaken at Watts Rd, Western Rd (Cross St to Elizabeth Dr),Twelfth Ave, Wolstenholme Ave (Orient Rd to 450m North), King St (Devonshire Rd to Dead End) and Adams Road(Anton Road to Elizabeth Dr).
Footpath Upgrades
More than $8 million was spent in road pavement renewal and rehabilitation were completed covering 18 streets with a combined length of 9.3 kilometres. Works undertaken include:
• Footpath upgrades to improve accessibility and meet disability standards at Newbridge Rd, Chipping Norton (two), Insignia St, Sadleir and Scott St, Liverpool.
• New footpaths were completed on sections of Longstaff Avenue, Chipping Norton, Gemas.
Graduate Licence Scheme workshopFour Graduate Licence Scheme ‘Helping Learner Drivers become Safer Drivers’ workshops were held this year. There were 60 participants in these workshops.
More than $18.6 million spent on Road and transport assets Council spent more than $18.6 million on preserving, restoring and enhancing all road and transport related assets during the 2013-14. This has resulted in the reconstruction and rehabilitation of major roads within the network such as Bernera Road, Badgerys Creek Road, Greendale Road and Barry Road.
BEFORE AFTER
The Year in Review
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Rehabilitation and Resurfacing More than 45,000 square metres of pavement surface were treated at Chipping Norton and Cartwright areas to extend pavement service life.
Rehabilitation and resurfacing works were completed at:
• Reilly Street, Lurnea • Barry Road ,Chipping Norton • Badgerys Creek Rd, Badgerys Creek • Kinkuna Street, Busby • Kaluga Street, Busby • Macquarie Street, Liverpool • Mcilwain Street, Ashcroft • Smith Crescent, Liverpool • Winnall Place, Ashcroft • Macquarie Street, Liverpool • Barry Road, Chipping Norton • Watts Road, Kemps Creek • Adams Road, Luddenham • Wolstenholme Avenue, Greendale • Western Road, Kemps Creek • Twelfth Avenue, Kemps Creek • King Street, Rossmore.
Shared Paths ConstructionCouncil secured grant funding through the State Government’s River Cities Bike Program, which enabled the construction of a total of 7.4 kilometres of shared paths including 1.6 kilometres in 2013-14. More than 2.3 kilometres of new paved pathways were provided in the established and older release areas of Liverpool.
BEFORE AFTER
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Road upgrades to support growth Major road upgrades were undertaken within the Prestons area to support current and predicted future growth in the residential and industrial release areas of Prestons, Carnes Hill, Edmondson Park and Horningsea Park.
REJUVENATION PROGRAM WAS UNDERTAKEN AT:
The Streets located in Chipping Norton:
• Beachcomber Place • Brigantine Street • Buckingham Crescent • Clipper Close • Ebb Tide Street • Frank Oliveri Drive • Galleon Close • Horsham Place • Mead Place • Rudham Place • Sanctuary Place • Sea Spray Court • Witham Place • Yachtsman Drive
The Streets located in Hinchinbrook:
• Coronation Drive • Groote Avenue • Linnie Place • Melville Close • Newry Place • Pentecost Street • Petrel Place • Pigeon Place • Pipet Place • Rottnest Avenue • Saddleback Close • Sandplover Close • St Peters Close • Sunbird Close • Swift Place • Tern Place • Robin Street
WORK COMPLETION RATE
100% OF THE SCHEDULED FOOTPATH WORKS TO MEET DISABILITY STANDARDS WERE COMPLETED
85% OF THE NEW FOOTPATH PROGRAM WORKS WERE COMPLETED
75% OF SCHEDULED CYCLE- WAYS PROGRAM WORKS WERE COMPLETED
The Year in Review (continued...)
Bus Stop and Road ConstructionThere were 64 bus stops installed and 2.4 kilometres of road constructed this year.
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MANAGING COUNCIL ASSETS
IntroductionCouncil is responsible for the management, care and control of a wide range of infrastructure assets. These include public roads and other transport related facilities, floodplain and drainage networks, parks, reserves and recreational facilities, property and buildings. The combined replacement cost of these is more than $1.96 billion.
The scope and value of assets managed by Council is shown in the figure below.
CURRENT REPLACEMENT COSTINFRASTRUCTURE ASSETS 2014
ROADS $1,098m
56%DRAINAGE
$434m22%
BUILDINGS $278m14%
PARKS $149m
8%
Managing Council AssetsAsset management planningCouncil has a comprehensive suite of asset management planning documents in place which are in line with current best practice.
Asset Renewal and ReplacementDuring the year, Council continued its capital works program to renew and replace infrastructure assets. Works were funded from the following income sources:
• special rate variation; • stormwater management service charge; • grants from Commonwealth and State governments for a range of infrastructure projects; and
• Council’s own funding sources including section 94 developer contributions.
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MANAGING COUNCIL ASSETS
Road and Transport Assets Council is responsible for the care, control and management of more than 853 kilometres of formed roads. Approximately seven kilometres of this network is unsealed and 36 kilometres has regional road status. During 2013-14 an additional 13 kilometres of new roads were added to the network as a result of new subdivision, mostly in the Middleton Grange and Edmondson Park urban release areas.
Council continued to implement road pavement management strategies to progressively upgrade assets that are in poor condition, while focusing on preventing assets that are in fair or good condition from falling into the poor category.
Road Pavement and Assets Survey A condition survey of Council’s road pavement assets was completed in 2013. The following graph illustrates
the historical performance trend of Council’s road network condition (expressed as Pavement Condition Index, PCI) from 1995 to 2014. As seen from the condition graph, the network condition has gradually improved since 2010 resulting in a substantial reduction in the asset renewal gap. This is because Council has implemented its asset management plan and increased its budget for pavement maintenance and renewal.
Drainage Assets Council’s drainage assets include more than 547 kilometres of piped drainage systems and associated pits, gross pollutant traps, flood retention basins, formed channels and waterways with a combined value of more than $433 million.
Council uses state-of-the-art CCTV to assess the structural condition and hydraulic performance of its drainage network. These inspections provide Council with accurate condition data and digital imagery of its pipe network.
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Parks and Recreational Facilities Council manages a portfolio of more than 500 open space reserves, consisting of regional, district and local open space made up of active, passive reserves and natural bushland. The portfolio includes 115 recreational and sporting facilities including netball courts, tennis courts, cricket nets, skate ramps and aquatic centres. These assets cover approximately 1400 hectares of land and have a combined replacement cost of more than $149 million.
Buildings Council cares for 210 buildings which have a wide range of uses and include office space, parking stations, aquatic centres and heritage buildings. The combined replacement cost of these buildings is currently more than $278 million.
Condition of AssetsCouncil has built up a comprehensive database of all its assets to facilitate necessary planning and valuation of its assets to a high level of accuracy. Council’s ongoing asset surveys continue to provide valuable data to objectively determine asset condition and performance. This has enabled Council to proactively develop maintenance and renewal strategies and programs that are responsive and cost effective.
The condition and performance information for some of Council’s key assets are summarised below:
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CONDITION OF INFRASTRUCTURE ASSETSPercentage in each condition state
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CONDITION STATE: EXCELLENT GOOD AVERAGE POOR VERY POOR
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Infrastructure Report CardThe table below shows the infrastructure report card indicating the overall situation of each category of Council assets. All Council assets are “In Control” situation indicating that its Asset Management Plans are effective.
ASSETSREPLACEMENT COST
SS7 COST TO SATISFACTORY
ASSET RATING
Roads $1,098,152,000 $38,585,000
Drainage $433,489,000 $14,824,000
Buildings $277,519,000 $4,400,000
Parks $148,668,000 $5,079,000
TOTAL $1,957,828,000 $62,888,000
Condition of Assets The following table provides average condition of Council’s assets and the costs to upgrade and maintain these assets to ensure they continue to provide satisfactory standards of service over the long term.
ASSET DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
CURRENT REPLACEMENT
COST
AVERAGE CONDITION
AS AT JUNE 2014
EST. COST TO BRING TO
SATISFACTORY STANDARD
EST. ANNUAL COST OF
MAINTAINING ASSET AT THAT
STANDARD
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE EXPENDITURE
2013-14
ROAD AND TRANSPORT $1,098,152,000 $38,585,000 $22,521,000 $18,591,000
Roads 853 km $674,322,000 Good $36,077,000 $19,442,000 $14,213,000
Kerb and gutter 1271 km $193,241,000 Good $908,000 $450,000 $1,481,000
Footpath and cycleways
657 km $109,184,000 Good $363,000 $1,531,000 $1,658,000
Bridges and culverts 103 No $49,662,000 Good $507,000 $291,000 $328,000
Road furniture and structures
$60,009,000 Good $476,000 $690,000 $692,000
Off street car parks 119 $11,734,000 Good $254,000 $117,000 $219,000
FLOODPLAIN AND DRAINAGE $433,489,000 $14,824,000 $2,607,000 $1,769,000
Pipes 547 km $322,540,000 Good $11,192,000 $1,868,000 $1,214,000
Pits 22,667 No $78,777,000 Good $2,723,000
Headwalls 1275 No $3,197,000 Average $111,000 $103,000 $92,000
Retarding Basins 57 $17,187,000 Good $590,000 $241,000 $90,000
Gross Pollutant traps 114 $5,787,000 Excellent $0 $290,000 $81,000
Wetlands 19 No $6,001,000 Good $208,000 $105,000 $292,000
BUILDING ASSETS $277,519,000 $4,400,000 $5,366,000 $4,364,000
Admin Building 1 $43,141,000 Average $0 $805,000 $683,000
Aquatic Centres 6 $38,326,000 Good $0 $751,000 $474,000
Bush Fire / SES 9 $2,409,000 Good $249,000 $54,000 $24,000
Childcare Centres 11 $11,339,000 Good $0 $268,000 $364,000
KEY: In control Monitor Action required
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ASSET DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
CURRENT REPLACEMENT
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2013-14
Commercial Properties
2 $10,872,000 Good $0 $215,000 $90,000
Community Centres 38 $50,505,000 Good $0 $966,000 $895,000
Heritage Buildings 14 $34,569,000 Good $1,137,000 $644,000 $359,000
Libraries, Museums 3 $22,245,000 Good $0 $429,000 $364,000
Multi-Level Car Parks 2 $23,492,000 Average $0 $429,000 $143,000
Parks Buildings / Structures
111 $33,777,000 Good $794,000 $644,000 $505,000
Works Depot 13 $6,844,000 Poor $2,220,000 $161,000 $463,000
PARKS AND RECREATION $148,668,000 $5,079,000 $9,158,000 $8,692,000
Sporting Fields/ Ovals 92 $35,049,000 Good $1,251,000 $2,015,000 $2,042,000
Sporting Facilities 115 $7,105,000 Average $254,000 $458,000 $486,000
Natural Reserves 32 $9,217,000 Good $329,000 $549,000 $451,000
Parks, gardens and streetscapes
509 $87,956,000 Good $2,313,000 $5,220,000 $4,656,000
Playground equipment
155 $8,712,000 Average $932,000 $824,000 $982,000
Wharves, Jetties, Boat ramps
6 $629,000 Average $0 $92,000 $75,000
GRAND TOTAL $1,957,828,000 $62,888,000 $39,652,000 $33,416,000
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Current replacement cost - estimated cost to replace existing asset with modern equivalent which will deliver same service potential.
Average condition - an overall assessment of the average condition of assets within an asset category, selected from one to five condition levels comprising excellent, good, average, poor and very poor or unserviceable.
Estimated cost to bring to Satisfactory Standard - estimated cost required to bring assets within an asset group to a condition level equal to or better than “good” (satisfactory) as required by the Division of Local Government’s Planning and Reporting Manual for Local Governments in NSW - 2010. Following an independent review, Council’s estimated cost to bring assets to satisfactory standard at the end of this financial year decreased significantly. Key reasons included:
a) In prior years, Council used its own asset condition assessment standard which was comparatively higher than that provided by the Office of Local Government, resulting in higher estimated cost to bring assets to “satisfactory” condition. This fact was highlighted by an independent firm of Morrison Low.
b) Council completed a comprehensive condition assessment and rating of its road pavement assets in 2013 as part of its periodic condition survey program. Analysis of data indicated that there has been a significant improvement in the condition of the road with 7% of the network being improved from below average to above average condition over the last 3 years. Similarly, the road network in excellent condition has increased by 11% as a result of Council’s recent investment in road network improvements and the addition of new road assets. This has resulted in significant reduction in cost to bring to “satisfactory” condition compared to the cost reported in previous years.
c) Council traditionally reported cost to bring assets to “satisfactory” condition Standard as the “practical” cost to renew/upgrade assets. The implication of this approach was the estimated cost deemed to bring the asset to an “excellent”
condition. The revised estimated cost reported only includes the portion of cost that would be required to bring the assets to the required “satisfactory” condition.
d) The average conditions of buildings are based on a comprehensive survey undertaken at the end of 2012. Most of the amenities/toilet blocks located in parks and reserve are considered to be fit for the intended purpose with a lower maintenance requirement. Further, most of the small sheds and structures at the depot will be demolished in coming years. These structures have been excluded from any upgrade requirements.
e) Approximately 120km of the rural road network lie predominantly within the South West Growth Centre and the ensuing residential and commercial development will ultimately see the full reconstruction, widening and upgrades to a majority of the roads. In view of this, Council will only implement its low cost strengthening and stabilisation strategies in these areas, which aim to hold these rural roads in a reasonable condition until full reconstruction can occur. The revised value of asset maintenance backlog reflects this enhanced maintenance strategy.
Estimated annual cost of maintaining asset at Satisfactory Standard – This estimates annual expenditure required to maintain all assets within an asset group at a “satisfactory” condition on an on-going basis.
Annual maintenance expenditure - Council’s actual expenditure during the financial year for the purpose of maintaining, preserving or restoring assets.
Length of Stormwater Pipes – As survey of all known stormwater pits and pipes within Liverpool has been completed and mapped. The current length has been calculated from the map layer which shows a reduction of 43km of pipes reported last year. The main reason for this reduction is that table drains and pipes in minor culverts and driveway crossings in rural areas were included as stormwater pipes in the previous report. These assets are now considered as part of minor culverts and included in Headwall and minor culvert category.
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Annual telephone survey
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COMMUNITY SATISFACTION WITH ACCESS TO PUBLIC TRANSPORT EXPERIENCED A DROP BETWEEN 2011 AND 2012 BUT IS BEGINNING TO RISE AGAIN. COMMUNITY SATISFACTION WITH CONTROLS OVER ILLEGAL PARKING CONTINUES TO DECLINE.
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PARKING IN THE CITY CENTRE
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CONSTRUCTION OF KURRAJONG AND BERNERA ROADSThis project involves the reconstruction and widening of Kurrajong and Bernera roads to improve access to major commercial, industrial and residential areas in Liverpool. Once completed, a direct east to west link will be available from the Hume Highway to Cowpasture Road, significantly improving traffic conditions and access across the local government area.
To date, Council has spent more than $25 million and substantially completed Bernera Road from Camden Valley Way to M7 and Kurrajong Road from Bernera Road to Kookaburra Road.
Key deliverables this year:
Bernera Road pavement, landscaping and footpaths Council undertook major construction works between Kurrajong Road and Camden Valley Way. Redesign of electrical services and tendering of electrical and landscaping works were completed.
Kurrajong Road pavement and bridge over Cabramatta Creek Design plans for construction were completed this year and works are expected to commence early in 2015 and completed during the year.
WI-FI IN THE CITY CENTRE Wi-Fi hotspots were installed in the Liverpool city centre to provide residents, workers and visitors with access to internet and enhance usage of the public spaces in the city centre, attracting new users to the area and encouraging an increase in length of stay.
Hot spot locationsThere were 31 hot spot locations installed this year.
Wi-Fi integration Council’s Wi-Fi is multi-layered and integrated with other state of the art technology such as Closed Circuit Television. Wi-Fi was launched in September 2014.
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PROGRESS BY DEPARTMENT
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
CIVIL CONSTRUCTION AND ASSETS
BUILDINGS CONSTRUCTION
OPEN SPACE CONSTRUCTION
SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT
TRANSPORT PARKING
INFRASTRUC-TURE AND ENVIRONMENT TOTAL
Approved budget
$25,333,929 $6,678,464 $4,117,074 $659,779 $479,887 $37,269,133
Actual expenditure
$19,061,008 $4,516,048 $3,072,041 $431,693 $1,800 $27,082,590
Total number of projects
82 29 31 1 1 144
Number of projects completed
67 (82%) 23 (79%) 26 (84%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 116 (81%)
Number of projects carried over
15 (16%) 7 (9%) 4 (7%) 1 (1%) 1 (1%) 28 (19%)
THIS YEAR, COUNCIL SPENT $27 MILLION ON CAPITAL PROJECTS WITH 116 OF THE PLANNED 144 PROJECTS BEING COMPLETED. 28 OF THESE PROJECTS HAVE BEEN CARRIED OVER TO 2014-15.
CAPITAL WORKS STATUS REPORT -INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT
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This direction is about Council, its customers and operations. Council will place customer satisfaction, innovation and best practice at the centre of all its operations, continuing to build on its strong financial position by effectively and efficiently managing its resources and asset.
Direction 07.
Leading Proactive City
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PROGRESS AGAINST PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
Civic and Corporate LeadershipAll 7 actions were on track/completed
Financial Sustainability3 actions were on track/completed
1 action is in progress/carried over to next year
Governance8 actions were on track/completed
1 action is in progress/carried over to next year
1 action will not be completed
Information Technology 3 actions were on track/completed
1 action is in progress/carried over to next year
Workforce Management All 9 actions were on track/completed
1 year Actions
10-YEAR STRATEGIESPosition Council as an industry leader, delivering best practice and innovation.
Lead partnerships and collaboration with community, business and governments.
Provide business excellence and financial sustainability to deliver.
10-YEAR COMMUNITY GOALSThese are the goals for the city of Liverpool. Everyone has a role in achieving these goals, whether they are a government department, business or resident in Liverpool.
INCREASED NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO REPORT SATISFACTION OR BETTER WITH THE OVERALL PERFORMANCE OF COUNCIL70% of people in 2013, which is a 10% increase from 2012. (source: Annual Telephone Survey)
90% ORGANISATIONAL CLIMATE SCORECouncil had an organisational climate score of 65.29 in 2012. (soure: 2012 Liverpool City Council Climate Survey)
A FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY RATING OF STRONGWITH AND A POSITIVE FINANCIAL OUTLOOK.Council’s latest assessment from T-Corp was ‘Strong with a Negative outlook.’
STRATEGIC PROJECTS PROJECT NAME STATUS Website Optimisation Completed.
Property Strategy Project is still under-way and has been carried over to 2014-15
12% delayed
88% on
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Direction 07. Leading Proactive City
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Mobile Mayoral Offices Pop-up Mayor and Councillors’ Office were introduced. They have been a very popular initiative and an effective means of encouraging the community to engage and interact with their elected representatives and Council staff. From November 2013 to May 2014 a total of 10 mobile offices were held at various locations around the Liverpool Local Government Area. The locations, dates and times they were held are:
• 9 Nov 2013 – Chipping Norton Shops • 9 Nov 2013 – Wattle Grove Shops • 14 Dec 2013 – Prestons Shops • 14 Dec 2013 – Carnes Hill Marketplace • 9 Feb 2014 – Family Defence Day, Holsworthy Park Oval
• 22 Mar 2014 – Cecil Hills Shops • 22 Mar 2014 – Green Valley Shops • 22 Mar 2014 – Miller Shops • 31 May 2014 – Lakeside Shops • 31 May 2014 – Wattle Grove Shops
Training and Development Council organises a range of learning and development initiatives to develop a high performing workforce. These include:
• A training needs and skills analysis conducted in April 2014 to identify the development needs of Council’s employees. The analysis has assisted in the creation of the ‘Developing Our People Program’ which will ensure Council’s workforce remains skilled, knowledgeable and responsive, now and into the future.
• Council’s e-learning system was upgraded to improve efficiency and automation.
• Council received approximately $100,000 from the Federal Government to host two crucial skills enhancement qualifications courses in the areas of Diploma of Project Management and Certificate IV in Training and Education for staff.
Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Strategy (2014-2016)A draft Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Strategy has been developed to enable consistent technological innovation that assists Council to achieve its business objectives and continually improve performance.
Return on Investment Portfolio Council’s return on investment portfolio for the year ended 30 June 2014 at 4.2% exceeded the UBSW benchmark of 2.6%.
Debt Service Ratio Council’s projected debt service ratio is within the Division of Local Government benchmark of 10%. A balance of $4.8 million from the $6.5 million loan drawn on 30 June 2009 was reset at a fixed interest rate of 4.94% for 10 years in the June quarter.
The Year in Review
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Shining Stars Award Ceremony The Annual ‘Shining Stars’ Awards Ceremony was held on 25 March 2014. There were 81 staff nominated and 60 staff were recognised for excellence and achievement in customer service, innovation, teamwork and leadership. Council’s Communications and Events team was awarded the overall winner for the Shining Stars Awards.
Website Council continued to improve the functionality of its website to provide easy and reliable access to information and services.
Enhancements this year include the introduction of a translation capability, a mega menu for easy search, social media integration and the launch of ‘Snap, Send, Solve’, a smartphone application which allows the community to send customer requests via their smartphones. The top 5 pages visited this year were Careers, Planning and Development, Contact Us, Liverpool’s Planning Control and Waste and Recycling.
Growing Liverpool 2023 and its associated documents Growing Liverpool 2023 is the future direction for the City of Liverpool. It outlines the 10-year plan to transform Liverpool into a vibrant and dynamic city which is the destination of choice for business, living and recreation. This long term plan was launched at a special luncheon on 18 September 2014. More than 3,500 people including members of the community, business and government representatives were consulted to formulate this plan.
The Delivery Program and Operational Plan translates the directions and strategies in the Growing Liverpool 2023 into actions. It outlines the principal activities and services that Council will deliver over four years to move Liverpool forward. Council endorsed the 2013-17 Delivery Program and 2014-15 Operational Plan and budget at its June meeting.
Strategic Projects for 2014-15 include:
• Building Our New City • Liverpool Night Markets • Warwick Farm Bypass Road
The document set the direction for all of Council’s operations now and into the future.
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AMOUNTS INCURRED IN RELATION TO LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
In 2013-14 Council was involved in the following legal proceedings and incurred costs as shown in the table below:
CASE MATTER STATUS OUTCOME COST
Moorebank Recyclers Pty Ltd v Liverpool City Council [2013] NSWLEC 95
Moorebank Recyclers Pty Ltd took legal action to secure easements over Council land.
Finalised Moorebank Recyclers secured easements over Council land and Council was awarded compensation and costs.
$108,633
Hoxton Park Residents Action Group Inc v Liverpool City Council & Ors
Hoxton Park Residents Action Group commenced Class 4 proceedings questioning the validity of a development consent granted by the Joint Regional Planning Panel in February 2013.
Ongoing. The parties are attending to all necessary matters to prepare the matter for hearing in the Land and Environment Court
Not applicable. $28,945
Liverpool City Council v Oakvale Capital Limited
Council is part of joint action in the Federal Court of Australia against Oakvale for breaches of contract and duty of care and misleading and deceptive conduct for certain investment losses realised.
Ongoing. The parties are attending to all necessary matters to attend a formal mediation.
Not applicable. $45,640
Australian Turf Club v Liverpool City Council
Class 1 proceedings (2) in the Land and Environment Court, appealing Council deemed refusal of development applications.
Finalised Appeal was upheld and the Court approved the development.
$37,558
Farah Georges v Liverpool City Council
Class 1 proceedings in the Land and Environment Court, appealing Council deemed refusal of a development application.
Ongoing Not applicable. $8,469
Bellfield Group v Liverpool City Council
Class 1 proceedings in the Land and Environment Court, appealing an Order issued by Council.
Ongoing Not applicable. $2,499
Liverpool City Council v Maller Holdings
Class 5, criminal prosecution proceedings in the land & Environment Court for the alleged development without consent at 17 Manning Street, Warwick Farm.
Ongoing Matter heard. Council appealed judgement. Hearing date set for October 2014.
$64,234
ACM Corporation v Liverpool City Council
Class 1 proceedings in the Land and Environment Court, appealing Council refusal of a development application
Ongoing This matter is on hold pending outcome of Liverpool City Council v Maller Holdings.
Managed by in-house counsel*
United Services Union v Liverpool City CouncilIRC Appeal
Dispute in relation to aspect of commercial tenders.
Finalised Council partially successful in IRC Appeal. Dispute substantially resolved.
$4,256
Liverpool City Council v Dallal
Local Court Prosecution for failure to comply with an Order
Finalised Fine upheld.Fine $1,500 plus costs.
$3,296
Liverpool City Council v Nuwarra Investments
Local Court Prosecution for development not in accordance with consent conditions
Finalised Fine upheld.Fine $11,000 plus costs
Managed by in-house counsel* $3,300 -Disbursements
Liverpool City Council Annual Report 2013-14 99
CASE MATTER STATUS OUTCOME COST
Liverpool City Council v Hussain
Appeal of Local Court decision to the Land and Environment Court
Finalised Appeal upheld. Fine $75,000.
Managed by in-house counsel* $4,400 -Disbursements
Liverpool City Council v Bochard
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheldFine $150
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Chamma
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheld.Offence Proven.
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Kingsley
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheldFine $150
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Kredie
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheld.Offence Proven.
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Lenthall
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheld.Offence Proven.
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Khan
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheld.Offence Proven.
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Murrendy
Local Court Prosecution for Failure to Comply with Swimming Pool Order
Ongoing Matter set down for hearing in July 2014.
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Woolworths
Local Court Prosecution for Failure to Comply with Food Safety Order
Finalised Matter withdrawn.Undertakings obtained.
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v S Polistina
Local Court Prosecution for Failure to Comply with Local Government Order
Finalised Fine upheld.Fine $330
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Pham
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheld.Fine $200 plus Court costs
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Tawdrous
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheld.Fine $400 plus Court costs
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Sharaf
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheld.Fine $200
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Sydney Computer Games
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheld.Offence Proven.
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Lindgreen
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Matter withdrawn Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council v Caridi
Local Court Prosecution for Traffic Infringement
Finalised Fine upheld.Offence Proven.
Managed by in-house counsel*
Liverpool City Council Annual Report 2013-14 100
WORK, HEALTH AND SAFETY (WHS) Council is required to comply with relevant legislation including the Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011.
A system audit was conducted by WorkCover NSW in accordance with Council’s Self Insurance License and was evaluated as a highly conformant and compliant system.
A WHS Management Plan for 2013-14 was developed and includes various targets and objectives that are relevant to reducing workplace injuries, identifying hazards and the enhancing Council’s existing inspection and audit schedule. Targets and objectives have been formulated to ensure that Council provides a safe working environment for its staff and encourages a proactive approach to safety.
Workers Compensation claims for the period of 1 July 2013 to 30 June 2014 were 44.
Council also has a Workplace Health and Safety Committee in place to discuss issues, review changes to process and oversee implementation of the WHS Management Plan and System.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Council supported equity in employment through building employment practices that support and reflect the demographic identity of the Liverpool community. Council has redesigned recruitment strategies with the intention of simplifying the process of applying for Council positions, ensuring that all applicants have clear and consistent pathways for applying for vacancies.
Current employees are supported to improve their qualifications through study assistance or targeted qualification programs that have application across different disciplines working within Council. Council has also rolled out a number of short programs aimed at improving employee skills in the areas of delivering customer service, disability awareness and understanding our diverse community. Through these programs, 20 staff have completed Certificate III in Asset Maintenance, 25 staff have enrolled in Certificate III in Horticulture, 20 staff enrolled in Diploma in Project Management and 16 staff enrolled in Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and 46 staff registered in the Learning and Development Scheme.
In the interests of providing a sustainable workforce, Council has created 5 trainee positions within the Department of Planning and Growth to foster opportunities for entry into Council employment most particularly for young people who are currently studying at University or TAFE.
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SPECIAL RATE VARIATION Council introduced a special rate variation of 9% commencing 1 July 2009. The purpose of this variation is to allow Council to increase its maintenance budget by $0.6 million and capital works by approximately $5 million annually to undertake more enhanced maintenance and fund much needed infrastructure works which bring community infrastructure up to a satisfactory standard.
Council commenced community consultation on the possible extension of a special rate variation in October 2013. More than 3,500 responses were received, with the majority of respondents supporting continuation of the existing 9% special rate variation (SRV). As a result of this, Council resolved to submit an application to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for a special rates increase of 9.7% in addition to the 2.3% standard rate peg. IPART subsequently approved Council’s application for the SRV to continue on a permanent basis.
The additional works that have been funded by the special rate variation during 2013-14 are listed in the table below.
PROJECTS PARTLY OR FULLY FUNDED FROM SPECIAL RATE VARIATION
FUNDING FROM SRV ($)
TOTAL EXPENDITURE ($)
Buildings $986,205 $664,606
Child Care Centre rehabilitation and renovation $79,000 $79,000
Audit on vulnerability of Councils buildings to fire and vandalism $50,000 $50,000
Community Centre rehabilitation program $160,000 $126,500
Implementation of Disability Action Plan $160,000 $130,000
Wenden 50m Pool Investigation $34,100 $25,680
Whitlam Park 3-4 Amenity Building Renewal Design $65,000 $25,460
Whitlam Toilet Roof Renewal $56,105 $56,055
Davy Robinson Reserve Stage 2 Pontoon and Boat Ramp Construction $382,000 $171,911
Parks & Recreation $385,700 $504,379
Floodlighting staged upgrade program -Dwyer Oval $135,000 $147,000
Implementation of Disability Action Plan (DAP)-Parks $50,700 $60,000
Playground replacement program $200,000 $297,379
Roads, Bridges and Footpaths $4,468,300 $10,250,980
Amalfi Street, Lurnea - Graham Street to Boundary Street. $17,912 $376,146
Badgerys Creek Road, Badgerys Creek - Multiple Failed Sections $25,500 $535,500
Barry road ,Chipping Norton - Governor Macquarie to Riverside $53,650 $1,126,650
Bridge rehabilitation & Renewal $50,000 $50,000
Bus shelters - renewal and replacement $21,000 $21,000
Bus stops $47,250 $47,250
Campbell Street, Liverpool - Wombat Crossing $25,000 $52,500
Carpark renewal and replacement $47,250 $47,250
Castlereagh Street, Liverpool – Moore street to Elizabeth street $22,625 $475,117
Challoner Avenue, Chipping Norton - Longstaff To Alfred $13,000 $13,000
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PROJECTS PARTLY OR FULLY FUNDED FROM SPECIAL RATE VARIATION
FUNDING FROM SRV ($)
TOTAL EXPENDITURE ($)
Church road, Moorebank - Bradshaw to Moorebank $7,536 $95,250
Cycleway- Jedda road, Prestons - Joadja road to Hill road stage 2 $65,000 $136,500
Dalmeny Dr, Prestons - Bus Bay $40,000 $84,000
Disability Action Plan $45,150 $45,150
Footpath & Cycleway Restoration - General $38,850 $38,850
Gemas Street, Holsworthy - South End to Bardia $40,000 $40,000
Glenfield Road, casual - kerb & gutter $28,875 $28,875
Greendale Road, Bringelly - 500m either side of Tyson $60,100 $1,262,090
Kaluga Street, Busby - St Johns to Trevanna $443,376 $443,376
Kerb & gutter replacement $112,140 $112,140
Kinkuna Street, Busby - Orchard to Bolinda $230,132 $230,132
Longstaff Avenue, Chipping Norton - Challoner to Lewin $35,000 $35,000
Macquarie Street, Liverpool - Campbell to Highway $41,900 $879,900
Maddecks Avenue, Moorebank -Stockton To J/Osull $36,000 $36,000
Mcilwain Street, Ashcroft - Mernagh to Strickland $264,835 $264,835
Pavement stabilisation & strengthening $525,000 $525,000
Pedestrian access & mobility plan $31,405 $59,955
Priddle Street, Warwick Farm -Scrivener to Manning $33,000 $33,000
Reilly Street, Lurnea - Liverpool to Wonga $29,083 $392,623
Safety Barrier - bridge approaches $31,500 $31,500
Safety barrier renewal program $31,500 $31,500
Smith Crescent, Liverpool - Flowerdale to Flowerdale $341,910 $341,910
St Pauls Crescent, Liverpool - Dale to Maryvale $299,988 $299,988
Talbingo Place, Heckenberg - Tumbarumba to North end $216,237 $216,237
Traffic facilities - new works $56,700 $56,700
Traffic facilities - renewal program $37,800 $37,800
Tumbarumba Crescent, Heckenberg - Sadleir to Thredbo $787,332 $787,332
Whitford Road, Green Valley - Green Valley to North Liverpool $36,308 $762,468
Winnall Place, Ashcroft - Mcilwains to North End $198,456 $198,456
Grand Total $5,840,205 $11,419,965
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NUMBER OF STAFF
800
750
700
650
600
5502011-12 2012-13 2013-14
644
680
772
STAFF TURNOVER RATE
800
750
700
650
600
5502011-12 2012-13 2013-14
11%
9.6%
11.8%
11% LG AVERAGE 2013-14
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INCOME EXPENDITURE PERFORMANCE
OPERATING EXPENDITURE
$155
$150
$145
$140
$135
$130
$1252011-12
$ M
ILLI
ON
S
2012-13 2013-14
$135.8m
$144.4m
$151.4m
$250
$200
$150
$100
$50
$02011-12
$ M
ILLI
ON
S
2012-13 2013-14
$135.8m
$197.2m
$144.4m
$191.5m
$151.4m
$185.9m
Operating expenditure (millions) Income (millions)
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CAPITAL WORKS EXPENDITURE
$90
$80
$70
$60
$50
$40
$30
$20
$10
$02011-12
$ M
ILLI
ON
S
2012-13 2013-14
$77.5m$74.1m
$47.1m
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PROPERTY RENTAL INCOME: 52 SCOTT STREET
PROPERTY RENTAL INCOME: 33 MOORE STREET
$2,450
$2,400
$2,350
$2,300
$2,250
$2,200
$2,150
$2,100
$2,050
$2,000
$1,950
$000
's
$2,119,338
2012/13 2013/14
Budget Actual
$2,386,108
$2,211,900 $2,201,205 $2,119,338
$000
's
$1,000
$900
$800
$700
$600
$500
$400
$300
$200
$100
$0
$682,600 $681,944
$920,161 $944,928
2012/13 2013/14
Budget Actual
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CONTRACTS AWARDED BY COUNCIL During 2013-14 Council awarded the following contracts for amounts greater than $150,000 (other than employment contracts).
CONTRACT NUMBER
CONTRACT DESCRIPTION CONTRACTOR (S)
PRICE (GST INCLUSIVE OVER CONTRACT TERM)
WT2348 Construction of Amalfi Park Detention Basin, Graham Avenue, Lurnea
Civil Constructions Pty Ltd $3,863,580
WT2273 Construction of Culvert at Creek Crossing, Pacific Palms Circuit Hoxton Park
Civil Constructions Pty Ltd $931,128
WT2292 Public Lighting Works at Bernera Road and Kurrajong Road, Prestons
Connect Infrastructure Pty Ltd $653,490
WT2302 Design and Construction of Pool Backwash Treatment System at Whitlam Leisure Centre
Neverstop Water Harvesting Pty Ltd $532,854
ST2248 Supply and Delivery of Trees and Shrubs Panel Contractors: • Alpine Nurseries Sales Pty Ltd• Green Leisure Group Pty Ltd T/A• Andreasens Green Wholesale
Nurseries, • Greenhaven Garden Centre Pty Ltd• Greening Australia NSW• Muru Mittigar Ltd, Toolijooa Pty Ltd
$220 000
ST2328 Supply and Delivery of Two (2) Wood Chippers
Marriott Tree Equipment T/A Bandit Tree Equipment
$177,600
WT2308 Havard Park Upgrade – Portion A Landscape Works
Furnass Landscaping Enterprises Pty Ltd $212,312
WT2313 Supply and Install Boat Ramp & Pontoon Davy Robinson Reserve
Land Marine Ocean Engineering Pty Ltd $707,663
WT2287 Renewal of Air Conditioning & Ventilation System at the Liverpool City library
lntegral Electrical Engineering Co Pty Ltd $1,441,925
LGP0213 Supply of Electricity • Power Direct• AGL• ERM Power Retail
Annual Schedule of Rates
ST2297 Urban design for Liverpool City Centre revitalisation
• Urbis Pty ltd (Macquarie Mall and Bigge Park precincts)
• SJB Architecture (NSW) (Eat Street precinct)
• Architectus Group Pty Ltd (Gateways to the City and Linkages to the Georges River precincts)
$573,591
PST2258 Detailed Design and Documentation for the Carnes Hill Community and Recreation Centre
Suters Architects $1,235,630
WR02-12/13 Handling and Treatment of Asbestos and Hazardous Waste
• RMA Contracting Pty Ltd t/a• RMA Group (asbestos handling only)• Affective Services Australia Pty Limited
(asbestos handling and chemical handling)
• Dolomatrix Trading as Toxfree Pty Ltd (asbestos handling only)
• Beasy Pty Ltd (asbestos handling only)
Schedule of rates
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CONTRACT NUMBER
CONTRACT DESCRIPTION CONTRACTOR (S)
PRICE (GST INCLUSIVE OVER CONTRACT TERM)
WR06-12/13 Pavement Marking • Complete Linemarking Services Pty Ltd
• Combined Traffic Management Pty Ltd• Allstate Linemarking Services Pty Ltd• Gumbay Holdings Pty Ltd t/a Avante
Linemarking
Schedule of rates
WT2275 Public Safety CCTV and Public Wi-Fi SAT Pty Ltd $1,211,396
ST2272 Management of Leisure and Aquatic Centres YMCA NSW $4,380,000
WT2253 Roads & Drainage Works • Civil Constructions Pty Ltd • Citywide Civil Engineering NSW Pty
Portion B1: $338,339Portion B2: $ 310,042.71
ST2207 Cleaning of Childcare Centres • Storm International Pty Ltd • Childcare Cleaning Specialists Pty Ltd
Schedule of rates
WT2238 Local Park Upgrades AE Reay Park and Bunya Park
• GJ’s Landscapes Pty Ltd • Lamond Contracting Pty Ltd
$88,823.96$158,468.00
WT2241 Supply of Ready Mixed Concrete • Advanced Ready Mixed Concrete P/L• Concrite Pty Ltd and • Hi-Quality Sitemix Pty Ltd
Est $200,000 over entire term
PST2164 Supply of Library Materials • James Bennett Pty Ltd • Digital Education Services
Est $450,000 over entire term
ST2237 Security Services • Moresmate Pty Ltd T/A NSS Group Est $500,000 - $700,000 over entire term