Tech. Services Feb 93 [WPF]
H10200
C I T Y O F W A N N E R O O
Notice is hereby given that a Meeting of TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE will be held in Committee Room 1 on MONDAY, 15 FEBRUARY 1993, commencing at 5.30 pm.
R F COFFEY
Town Clerk Joondalup
12 February 1993 Western Australia
A G E N D A
ATTENDANCES AND APOLOGIES
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
MINUTES OF TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON 14 DECEMBER 1992
PETITIONS AND DEPUTATIONS
BUSINESS OUTSTANDING FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
ILLUMINATED SIGNS - ex G10463
"a report on the feasibility of installing illuminated sign posting for Council facilities be provided."
This matter is currently being investigated; a report will be submitted in due course.
PETITION REQUESTING CONSIDERATION OF THE CLOSURE OF THE WEST SIDE OF BANNISTER ROAD (MARMION AVENUE END), PADBURY TO ALL VEHICULAR TRAFFIC - ex G10817
"consideration of the traffic treatment of Bannister Road be deferred pending the State Government's legislation of the 40 kph speed zone in residential streets."
This matter is currently being investigated; a report will be submitted in due course.
DRAINAGE SUMP - LOT 7 KINGSWAY - ex G10915A
"consideration of the location of a drainage sump in Kingsway, west of Evandale Road junction be deferred;
the City Engineer negotiates with the owners of Lot 25 Kingsway regarding construction of a drainage sump at a low point on Lot 25."
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10222
PROPOSED TOILET BLOCK: ALDERSEA PARK - ex G11036
"that Council defers consideration of the proposal to site a toilet block and car park on Aldersea Park pending the outcome of the public meeting."
A report will be submitted following the Public Meeting.
GRADE SEPARATED INTERCHANGES - WANNEROO ROAD - ex G11207
"defers consideration of the need for a grade separated interchange at the Whitfords Avenue and Wanneroo Road intersection pending further discussions with the Main Roads Department and the Department of Planning and Urban Development on this matter."
Advice is awaited from Main Roads Department. A report will be submitted in due course.
VEHICLE SPEEDS/TRAFFIC VOLUMES - RANDELL CRESCENT, OCEAN REEF - ex G11208
"defers consideration of the traffic treatment of Randell Crescent pending the State Government's consideration of a lower speed zone in residential streets."
This matter is currently being investigated; a report will be submitted in due course.
LIMESTONE QUARRY: LOTS 1 AND 2 FLYNN DRIVE - ex G11214
"defers for no more than six months, the application by Readymix for a development approval and Extractive Industry Licence for a limestone quarry on Lots 1 and 2 Flynn Drive, Neerabup."
This matter is currently being investigated; a report will be submitted in due course.
MATTERS REFERRED FROM OTHER COMMITTEES OR COUNCIL
ILLUMINATED DIRECTIONAL ADVERTISING SIGNS - ex G10409
"a report be submitted to Council at the end of the trial period for further consideration together with a policy statement governing the future use of this and similar signage."
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10226
THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA - ex G20652
"a report be submitted to Technical Services Committee regarding the cost and feasibility of erecting or donating a hall to the Scout Association of Australia for use by the 1st Beldon Scouts."
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10232
HEPBURN HEIGHTS - SUBDIVISION WORKS - ex G21240
"a report on restrictive working hours for earthmoving equipment be submitted to Technical Services Committee."
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10224
PETITION REQUESTING TRAFFIC TREATMENTS - CLIFF STREET AND MARINE TERRACE, SORRENTO - ex G91202
"the petition requesting traffic treatments in Cliff Street and Marine Terrace, Sorrento be received and referred to Technical Services Committee."
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10213
HEADWORKS CHARGES - ex G91230
"a report be submitted to Technical Services Committee on the implications of claiming full headworks costs of lot development for developers."
This matter is currently being investigated; a report will be submitted in due course.
PARKING PROBLEMS - COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES IN RURAL ZONES - ex G91231
"a report be submitted to Technical Services Committee on all commercial activities, such as retail nurseries, market gardens and woodyards in the rural zone to determine parking problems, recognising a standard of existing rural roadways."
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10217
REPORTS
H10201 PLANT REPLACEMENT RESERVE - PURCHASE OF PLANT AND VEHICLES - TENDER NOS 058-061-92/93 - [208-6, 208-058-061-92/93]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10201
H10202 INCREASE TO TENDER PRICE - TENDER NO 033-92/93 - [208-033-92/93]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10202
H10203 YANCHEP/TWO ROCKS COMMUNITY HOUSE: TENDER REF 064-92/93 - [890-6]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10203
H10204 WORKS DEPOT - ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS TO CITY POUND - TENDER REF: 062-92/93 - [208-062-92/93]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10204
H10205 JOHN MOLONEY RESERVE - TOILET CHANGEROOM STORE AND KIOSK BUILDING - TENDER REF: 056-92/93 - [208-056-92/93, 061-174]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10205
H10206 ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT CURRENT WORKS - [510-73]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10206
H10207 STREET LIGHTING, TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND SIGNS - [220-0]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10207
H10208 JOONDALUP DRIVE FUNDING STRATEGY: WEDGEWOOD DRIVE TO HODGES DRIVE - [510-1665]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10208
H10209 MARANGAROO DRIVE UPGRADING WORKS - [510-1403]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10209
H10210 HOCKING ROAD, KINGSLEY - UPGRADING - [510-233]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10210
H10211 1993/94 URBAN ARTERIAL ROAD PROGRAMME - [540-0-3, 011-8]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10211
H10212 DORCHESTER AVENUE TRAFFIC CALMING STRATEGY - [510-135]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10212
H10213 TRAFFIC TREATMENT - CLIFF STREET, SORRENTO - [510-18]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10213
H10214 PETITION - MODIFICATION TO HAMMERHEAD TREATMENT, CANTARA RISE, OCEAN REEF - [510-3062]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10214
H10215 FROBISHER AVENUE DRAINAGE PROJECT, SORRENTO - [510-23]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10215
H10216 PETITION - REQUEST FOR FOOTPATH WAHROONGA WAY, GREENWOOD - [510-1003]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10216
H10217 PARKING PROBLEMS - COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES IN RURAL ZONES - [770-23]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10217
H10218 PARKING PROHIBITIONS - ARITI AVENUE, WANNEROO - [510-298]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10218
H10219 PARKING PROHIBITIONS - TINGLE COURT & MAPLE STREET, GREENWOOD - [510-73]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10219
H10220 BICYCLE FACILITIES - ADDITIONAL FUNDING ASSISTANCE TO LOCAL AUTHORITIES - [504-0]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10220
H10221 DIVIDING FENCES: RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONSTRUCTION/ MAINTENANCE - [201-2]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10221
H10222 DRAINAGE SUMP - LOT 7 KINGSWAY - [510-222]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10222
H10223 LANDFILL GAS UTILISATION AS A FLEET FUEL - BADGERUP ROAD REFUSE FACILITY - TECHNICAL REVIEW AND ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY STUDY - [508-4, 508-5-1]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10223
H10224 HEPBURN HEIGHTS - SUBDIVISION WORKS: NOISE GENERATED FROM WORKS OUTSIDE NORMAL HOURS - [740-87181]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10224
H10225 TWO-WAY RADIO COMMUNICATION ACCESS FROM PABX - [010-4]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10225
H10226 ILLUMINATED DIRECTIONAL ADVERTISING SIGNS - [509-0-1]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10226
H10227 TENTH NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON WASTE MANAGEMENT - [202-1-2]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10227
H10228 10TH STATE CONFERENCE: LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENGINEERS' ASSOCIATION OF WA - [202-1-2]
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT H10228
H10229 MONTHLY REPORT - BUILDING DEPARTMENT - [201-0]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10229
H10230 WANNEROO WATER WORLD: PROPOSAL TO SUPPLY DIGESTER GAS - [680-0]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10230
H10231 PYLON SIGNS TO RECREATION CENTRES - [219-1]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10231
H10232 THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA - [441-1]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10232
H10233 UNDERCROFT BRIDGE CLUB: PROPOSED FACILITIES, PERCY DOYLE RESERVE - [285-6]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10233
H10234 QUINNS ROCKS COMMUNITY CARE AND RECREATION CENTRE, GUMBLOSSOM RESERVE - [061-149-2]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10234
H10235 RELOCATING HOUSES - [312-1]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10235
H10236 YELLAGONGA REGIONAL PARK - L.E.A.P. ACCOMMODATION - [057-4, 057-1]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10236
H10237 POWER SUPPLY TO YANCHEP LAGOON KIOSK, FISHERMAN'S HOLLOW & RESERVE RETICULATION WATER PUMP - [756-16-1]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10237
H10238 JOONDALUP SPORTS COMPLEX: BUILDING LICENCE - REQUEST FOR REFUND OF FEE - [260-5]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10238
H10239 PROPOSED GARAGE: LOT 47 (10) KENTIA LOOP, WANNEROO - [2479/47/10]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10239
H10240 PROPOSED CARPORT, WORKSHOP, GARAGE: LOT 105 (37) CALLISON WAY, KOONDOOLA - [850/105/37]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10240
H10241 MANDATORY PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL INSPECTIONS - [210-8]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10241
H10242 PROPOSED CONCRETE SWIMMING POOL: LOT 503 (46) PORTMARNOCK CIRCUIT, CONNOLLY - [2434/503/46]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10242
H10243 TOILET AND STORE ADDITION TO EMERALD PARK CLUBROOMS - [061-114-3]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10243
H10244 UNAUTHORISED HOARDING SIGN: LOT 48 WINTON ROAD, JOONDALUP - [30/3218]
CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR'S REPORT H10244
H10245 MONTHLY REPORT FOR DECEMBER 1992-JANUARY 1993 - PARKS DEPARTMENT - [201-5]
ACTING CITY PARKS MANAGER'S REPORT H10245
H10246 JOONDALUP CENTRAL PARK - PROPOSED LIGHTING - [30/4114]
ACTING CITY PARKS MANAGER'S REPORT H10246
H10247 WANNEROO SHOWGROUNDS - OVAL LIGHTING - JOINT VENTURE - [061-376]
ACTING CITY PARKS MANAGER'S REPORT H10247
H10248 BUDGET REALLOCATION OF UNEXPENDED FUNDS TO NEWCOMBE PARK, PADBURY - [061-265, 006-2]
ACTING CITY PARKS MANAGER'S REPORT H10248
H10249 MONTROSE PARK, GIRRAWHEEN - [061-243]
ACTING CITY PARKS MANAGER'S REPORT H10249
H10250 NUISANCE TREES - [253-3]
ACTING CITY PARKS MANAGER'S REPORT H10250
H10251 PUBLIC ART IN CENTRAL PARK WATER COURSE - [30/4114]
ACTING CITY PARKS MANAGER'S REPORT H10251
GENERAL BUSINESS
H10201
CITY OF WANNEROO : REPORT NO H10201
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 208-6
SUBJECT: PLANT REPLACEMENT RESERVE-PURCHASE OF PLANT AND VEHICLES - TENDER NUMBERS 058-061-92/93
Tenders were advertised on 9 and 12 January 1993 for the supply and delivery of the following:
Tender No
058-92/93 One (1) 4WD, 4 cylinder hardtop wagon
059-92/93 Two (2) 4 cylinder, 2.0L station wagons
060-92/93 One (1) Full Forward control cab chassis of 22,500GVM
061-92/93 One (1) 4WD, 4 cylinder station wagon
To be traded:
Tender No Plant No Reg'n No Delivered
058-92/93 Holden Jackaroo 4WD van 95 113 WN 30076 12.11.91
059-92/93 Holden Apollo stn wagon N/A WN 30064 10.01.92
059-92/93 Holden Apollo stn wagon N/A WN 30209 10.01.92
060-92/93 Hino cab chassis 97 516 WN 25247 29.01.86
061-92/93 Subaru 4WD stn wagon 99 113 WN 30028 08.10.91
Tenders closed on Wednesday, 20 January 1993 and tenders received are as per the attached schedules.
Tenders providing the lowest changeover, and to Council specification, are recommended with the following exceptions:
Tender No 058-92/93
All tenders received are considerably in excess of available budgeted funding and therefore, none are recommended.
Pre-Draft Budget pricing on this class of vehicle indicated a retail price of $26,680.00. After sales tax and fleet deductions approximately 35% can be considered a normal deduction to the price that Council would expect to pay. This is substantiated by the 37% deduction to the retail price at previous replacement.
Therefore, applying a 35% deduction to the $26,680.00 retail as stated, the expected gross cost to Council would have been $17,342.00. There was $17,500.00 budgeted. Trade value achieved $16,500.00 against a budgeted $15,900.00 and should have produced a changeover of $842.00. There was $1,600.00 budgeted.
However, certain factors are to be considered at this tender that did not prevail earlier. There was new model changes brought into effect in this class of 4WD hardtop wagon which saw all but Mitsubishi change to a V6 engine in lieu of the previous 4 cylinder
motor. Mitsubishi too introduced an updated model in August 1992 which increased the retail price by 17% from the previous vehicles net cost to Council. The anticipated upturn in the market also has not generated the growth that was hoped with the reduction in interest rate.
Consequently, at this tender the gross cost to Council has increased to $22,231.00 for the lowest tender and while better than a dealers wholesale trade value was achieved, it did not reflect as much as may have been achieved in a more buoyant market. The difference between a dealer wholesale price and his retail price, in this case $16,150.00 to $19,550.00 for a vehicle in average condition and $18,100.00 to $21,750.00 for one in a good condition, can often see trade offers to Council being closer to the dealers retail price in the average condition class. Mitsubishi now being the only supplier of a vehicle of this class would also have an influence.
Considering the factors that now prevail and in conjunction with the tender prices received, it does convey that it would prove more beneficial not to accept any tenders on this occasion, retain the current Holden Jackaroo until 1993/94 and upgrade the specification to the 6 cylinder vehicle.
The Ford Maverick tendered on this occasion highlights the competitiveness of the bigger 6 cylinder vehicle with a $4,000.00 difference in retail being reduced to $600.00 after discount is applied. The larger vehicle would also be more suited to Security patrol.
Tender No 059-92/93
Again, at this tender, Council is asked not to accept any tender as neither tender received meets the specification in engine capacity.
Council's specification also asks for dealers to tender new and impending models in lieu of run-out models and consequently neither Toyota or Holden has tendered on this occasion.
It has been advised that Toyota and Holden will have replacements for the Apollo and Camry models in March or April this year. These vehicles are consistent with those being tendered and it is felt that it would be beneficial to recall tenders.
Tender No 060-92/93
The low tender of Prestige Hino at this tender is recommended. However, as this tender provides only for a cab chassis, Council's existing refuse compaction unit is to be transferred.
Refuse compaction units of this type cost in the region of $65,000.00 and have an asset life of ten (10) years. Consequently they require transfer as the cab chassis life is five (5) years.
It is appropriate at this time to undertake refurbishment of the compaction unit and this work has been included as part of Council's specification.
MacDonald Johnston, the suppliers of the compaction unit has tendered a price of $15,961.30 to undertake this work. This price is considered to be acceptable and consistent with work of a similar nature previously carried out.
Funds are available in the Plant Operating budget and Council is asked to endorse this expenditure in its plant operating account.
RECOMMENDATION
That the Technical Services Committee, as empowered by the August 1992 meeting of Council:
1 accepts the following tenders:
Tender No Company Changeover
060-92/93 Prestige Hino $61,887.50
061-92/93 North Subaru $ 2,782.00
That Council:
1 does not accept any tender at Tender Numbers 058 and 059-92/93;
2 upgrades its specification for the Security Patrol vehicles to six (6) cylinder configuration;
3 lists its Holden jackaroo plant number 95 113 in the 1993/94 Plant Replacement Programme;
4 recalls Tender Number 059-92/93 in April for the replacement of its two (2) Holden Apollo station wagons, registration numbers WN30064 and WN30209;
5 delegates authority to the May meeting of Technical Services Committee to accept tenders.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10202
CITY OF WANNEROO : REPORT NO H10202
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 208-033-92/93
SUBJECT: INCREASE TO TENDER PRICE - TENDER NUMBER 033-92/93
Prestige Toyota has advised that the Toyota Landcruiser cab chassis, as tendered at Tender No 033-92/93, has been subject to a model change and consequently an increase to the manufacturers tender price.
Effective from 1 October 1992, the price of the Toyota Landcruiser, model number FJ75RP-MRQ3 was increased by 11.5%. The new model has a larger, more fuel efficient motor coupled with 4 wheel disc brakes.
Following receipt of Council's order on 5 November 1992, Prestige Toyota contacted its stock controller, but was unable to obtain two of the current models as tendered.
After taking into account Sales Tax and Fleet Discount, the net changeover price to Council has increased by $2,929.00 for each vehicle. The tendered price per vehicle is, therefore, revised from $17,374.00 to the new price of $20,303.00.
The Toyota Landcruiser is the preferred vehicle for use as light attack fire units and the current model has been adopted as a standard for the Bush Fires Brigade. There was, therefore, no benefit in not accepting tenders and recalling at a later date.
In accordance with my delegated authority, I have approved the manufacturer's price increase and seek Council's endorsement accordingly.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council endorses the City Engineer's approval of the increase to the nett changeover price from $34,748.00 to $40,606.00 at Tender No 033-92/93 for the supply of two Toyota Landcruiser fire units by Prestige Toyota.
R T McNALLY BD:DRB:PRG:AT
City Engineer dre0101
H10203
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10203
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 208-064-92/93 C 890-6
SUBJECT: YANCHEP COMMUNITY HOUSE (YANCHEP COMMUNITY CENTRE INC)
Tenders for the documentation and construction of the Yanchep Community Centre closed on Tuesday 9 February 1993.
Six tenders were received:
Homestead Constructions Pty Ltd $146,000.00
Bellwest Pty Ltd $153,815.00
Zemke Homes, Additions and Alterations $156,690.00
Kestral Holdings Pty Ltd $175,785.00
G Sullivan Nominees $198,780.00
Alan Woodward, Builder $221,357.00 Late
Tenders were invited on the basis of a schematic design and a specification of performance requirements. It is a requirement of the tender that the successful tenderer submit to the City complete documentation based on the performance requirements.
Each tenderer was required to submit a schedule of prices showing how their tender sum was calculated. Homestead Constructions Pty Ltd submitted the breakdown as follows:
Preliminaries $ 2,230.00
Building (excluding floor coverings
and ceramic tiles) $119,790.00
Floor coverings $ 6,000.00
Ceramic Tiles $ 840.00
Courtyard fencing $ 3,500.00
Boundary fencing $ 3,600.00
Car Park $ 5,000.00
Contingency sum $ 5,000.00
$145,960.00
Say $146,000.00
BUDGET
For this project, the Lotteries Commission has granted $130,000.00.
Discussions with the Co-ordinator of the Yanchep Community Centre and the President of the Yanchep Community Centre Management Committee have resolved that certain works can be undertaken as community projects, namely the supply and installation of floor coverings, boundary fencing and courtyard fencing. Deleting these items reduces the tender sum by $13,100.00
Homestead Constructions Tender Sum $146,000.00
less, floor coverings $ 6,000.00
boundary fencing $ 3,600.00
courtyard fencing $ 3,500.00
$ 13,100.00
Project Cost: $132,900.00
Lotteries Commission Grant $130,000.00
Contribution by Yanchep
Community Centre Inc $ 2,900.00
$132,900.00
Surplus/Deficit nil
RECOMMENDATION
Subject to satisfactory arrangements for payment of the grant money from the Lotteries commission being made, that Council:
1 accepts the Homestead Constructions Pty Ltd tender of $146,000.00 for the documentation and construction of the Yanchep Community Centre;
2 authorises the signing of the Contract documents;
3 authorises the City Building Surveyor as Superintendent to the Contract to delete floorcoverings, courtyard and boundary fencing from the contract and adjust the contract sum to $132,900.00
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
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H10204
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10204
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 208-062-92/93, C 610-14
SUBJECT: WORKS DEPOT: ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS TO THE CITY POUND
Tenders for alterations and additions to the City Pound closed on Monday 8 February 1993 after a 2 week advertised tender period. Four tenders were received:
Homestead Constructions Pty Ltd $ 89,896.00
G E & S F Roberts T/A Dundebar Developments $ 92,270.00
W D Petersen & Son $108.439.00
Alan Woodward, Builder $110,300.00
The tender sums include a contingency sum of $5,000.00.
Homestead Constructions Pty Ltd have confirmed their price. Homestead Constructions Pty Ltd are currently building TS Marmion, Stage 1, and in recent years successfully completed extensions to the Depot building.
BUDGET
The budget position is:
Carried forward from 1991/92 $ 26,728.00
Added in 1992/93 budget $ 12,300.00
Money available in Account 21285 $ 39,028.00
From Asbestos Replacement Account 48471 $ 13,900.00
Total budget funds available $ 52,928.00
Less
Consultants' fees, documentation fees etc $ 6,000.00
Construction funds available $ 46,928.00
Homestead Constructions Tender sum $ 89,896.00
Budget Shortfall $ 42,968.00
During the documentation process, it became clear that the need to keep the existing Pound in operation and secure throughout the construction period would involve considerable expense. In addition, the new drainage system has proved more costly than originally anticipated.
The work proposed in the tender represents minimum acceptable accommodation standards (based on the requirements of the Security Department and on viewing the new City of Perth Pound in Osborne Park). The new drainage system alone is expected to halve the required number of pumpouts saving approximately $2,000.00 annually as well as considerably reducing the labour time necessary to clean the kennels.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
4 accepts Homestead Constructions Pty Ltd's tender sum of $89,896.00 for additions and alterations to the City Pound;
5 refers the budget shortfall of $43,00.00 to the Finance and Administrative Resources Committee.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
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H10205
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10205
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 208-056-92/93 (061-174)
SUBJECT: JOHN MOLONEY RESERVE - TOILET CHANGEROOM, STORE & KIOSK BUILDING - TENDER REF: 056-92/93
TENDERS RECEIVED
Tenders closed for the above project on 5 February 1993. Seven tenders were received each providing two alternative tender prices where Tender 1 is for a septic tank installation and Tender 2 is for pumping sewerage to the Ministers' sewer main:
Tender 1 Tender 2
Alan Woodward $156,564.00 $137,354.00
W D Petersen & Son $150,695.00 $159,070.00
Aspect Constructions $150,600.00 $160,300.00
Homestead Construction P/L $155,656.00 $169,706.00
Mike Lynch Construction $174,950.00 $179,950.00
G E & S F Roberts $199,800.00 $203,800.00
Brookes Maintenance Service $207,976.00 $203,926.00
BACKGROUND
The facilities as documented include those functions allowed for in a progressive staged modular design development normal to Council reserves. The building format is:
Verandah surround to shower changerooms, toilets, referee ablutions, store and kiosk with provisions to add clubrooms to the east face of the building as presented to Council in September 1992.
The building services a junior and senior oval and whilst no commitment has been made towards future expansion it is envisaged that this will happen.
The separate male and female toilets cater for disabled use. The kiosk kitchen can be upgraded to service future clubrooms and if required the requirements of the Licencing Court should a future user group apply for a liquor licence. Run in for telephones has been included and represents some $2,500.00 of the electrical costs. A new electrical supply run in has been included and additionally carpark lighting is picked up on the way and switched in the new building.
Some $8,000.00 has been allowed for a new fire hydrant and supply for future building fire hose reels. Plumbing and Electrical Services represents 40% of the total costs and are more than first estimated.
SUCCESSFUL TENDERER
Tender 2 for pumping sewerage to the Minister's sewer main is the preferred option. On this basis, the lowest tender submitted by Alan Woodward for the sum of $137,354.00 is the preferred tender. The builder has not previously tendered with the City and there is not any reason to refuse his tender.
FUNDING
Budget funds (Account 30929) are $105,000.00.
Building costs are:
Consultants fees & Printing $ 6,046.00
Retention adjustments $ 1,600.00
Tender Sum $137,354.00
Total $145,400.00
Less account 30929 $105,000.00
Short fall in funding $ 40,400.00
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
6 accepts the tender sum of $137,354.00 from Alan Woodward for the construction of new toilet block on John Moloney Reserve off Highclere Boulevard, Marangaroo;
7 authorises the signing of the contract documents;
8 refers to the Finance and Administrative Resources Committee for approval the additional $40,400.00 in funds required to complete the project.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
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H10206
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10206
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 201-2
SUBJECT: ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT CURRENT WORKS
The Engineering Works Report is valid for works completion to 3 February 1993. The updated 1992/93 Capital Works Programme is attached.
A COUNCIL WORKS
9 MAJOR WORKS
10 Hazel Avenue, Quinns Rocks
Widening, kerbing and resurfacing of Hazel Avenue, from Ashley Avenue to Robinson Avenue, was completed during January. The project is nearing completion with verge reinstatement and line marking and signing by the Main Roads Department being the only outstanding items.
11 Karoborup Road Construction, Carabooda
This project, involving the widening and reconstruction of 1 km of Karoborup Road, is now complete.
12 Rees Drive Stages 1 and 2, Quinns Rocks
The widening, kerbing and resurfacing of Rees Drive, from Vaughey Road to Mindarie Road, is now 100% complete.
13 Treetop Avenue, Joondalup
The extension of Treetop Avenue, from Pioneer Drive through to Joondalup Drive, was completed during January and the road opened to vehicular traffic. Footpath and verge reinstatement works and the construction of two commercial crossovers will be completed mid-February.
14 Gnangara Road, Gnangara
This project involves the reconstruction and widening to a 12.6m seal width of Gnangara Road, from Priest Road to, and including, the Alexander Drive intersection. The total length of this is 1360m. Clearing works commenced on 4 February 1993 and the project is expected to be completed by April 1993.
15 Lenore Road, Wanneroo
This project involves the reconstruction of 250m of Lenore Road at the Nicholas Avenue intersection to a 6.0m seal width with 1.2m sealed shoulders, along with some reconstruction of Nicholas Avenue. Clearing works commenced on 4 February 1993 and the project is programmed to be completed by mid-March 1993.
16 Sydney Road, Gnangara
This project involves the reconstruction and widening to a 6m seal width of Sydney Road, from Gnangara Road to Tuscan Way, a distance of 1450m. Works have been programmed to commence on 23 February 1993.
17 DRAINAGE
18 Frobisher Avenue, Sorrento
The construction of 366m of mainline drainage along Frobisher Avenue is nearing completion with gullies and crossings along with verge, kerbing and crossover reinstatement works to be completed.
19 PEDESTRIAN AND CYCLE FACILITIES
20 Private
Due to the Christmas break, no private subdivisional paths have been constructed.
21 Council Contractors
|Duncraig |Dual-Use-Path (2.4m wide) |Griffell Way |
| | |Lionel Court to Poynter Drive |
| | | |
|Wanneroo |Dual-Use-Path (2.4m wide) |Shaw Road |
| | |Keane Street to end of cul-de-sac |
| | | |
|Woodvale |Dual-Use-Path (2.4m wide) |Whitford Avenue |
| | |Completion of section between Timberlane Drive and |
| | |Trappers Drive |
22 Council
A majority of Council's maintenance crews have been on annual leave over the January period with a skeleton crew in operation for general maintenance and requests made by ratepayers.
23 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
24 Ocean Reef/Meridian Drive Intersection, Mullaloo
The Main Roads Department has completed the line marking and all works are now 100% complete.
25 Guron Road, Duncraig
Lighting has been upgraded by SECWA and all works are now 100% complete.
26 Marangaroo Drive/Mirrabooka Avenue Intersection, Girrawheen
The Main Roads Department has installed the traffic lights and appropriate signage. All works are now 100% complete.
27 Mullaloo Drive/Marmion Avenue Intersection, Mullaloo
The provision of a seagull island at the intersection has commenced and will be completed by the end of February.
28 Seacrest Drive/St Helier Drive Roundabout, Sorrento
The provision of a roundabout has been surveyed and construction works have been programmed to commence on 8 February 1993 and completed by the end of February.
29 CAR PARK FACILITIES
30 Woodvale Reserve Car Park, Woodvale
Lighting has been completed and landscaping has been programmed to be carried out by the Parks Department late March 1993.
31 Car Park and Pathway Opposite Leonard Way, Yanchep
Pine branching has been completed and all works are now 100% complete.
32 MacDonald Reserve Car Park
The construction of two parking areas, adjacent to the building, is nearing completion. The northernmost parking pavement area is complete and the southern car park pavement only requires its asphalt surface. Both parking areas will then require the installation of pine bollards, speed humps and line marking which have been programmed to be completed by the end of February.
33 MISCELLANEOUS
34 Mindarie Dual Use Path Foreshore Fencing, Marangaroo
Fencing along the west side of the dual use path, from the Marina to Ocean Drive, Quinns, is currently under construction and will be completed by mid-February.
35 Joondalup Drive Dual Use Path, Edgewater
The construction of a 2.5m dual use path along the east side of Joondalup Drive, from Wedgewood Drive to Harvest Loop, is currently at limestone base stage. The surfacing has been programmed and the works will be completed by mid February.
36 Quinns Foreshore, Caravan Park Car Park, Quinns Rocks
Pine branching and fencing, adjacent to the car park, have been completed and the post and rail bollards along the path have been removed. Minor reinstatement works are required to complete this project.
37 Shaw Road, Wanneroo
Construction of parking bays, adjacent to the Wanneroo Primary School, have been completed. This project was 50% funded by the Ministry of Education.
38 Griffell Way, Duncraig
Construction of parking bays, adjacent to Poynter Primary School, have been completed. This proposal was recommended by the South West Duncraig Traffic Management Study.
39 Fairway Circle, Connolly
The provision of verge paving, adjacent to Connolly Primary School, has been completed. The construction of pedestrian refuge islands in Fairway Circle are programmed for completion by the end of February.
40 STREET LIGHTING
The current status of the 1992/93 street lighting programme is outlined below:
41 Northshore Drive - Northshore Avenue Intersection, Kallaroo
The light poles have been installed and cabling is programmed for February 1993.
42 Marmion Avenue - Hodges Drive to Shenton Avenue
The installation of light poles in Marmion Avenue is completed. The outstanding cabling works will be completed by the end of February with street lights operational in March.
43 1992/93 ROAD RESURFACING PROGRAMME
The programme commenced on 9 October 1992 and the following roads have been completed:
Locality Street
Alexander Hts Alexander Drive
Padbury Gosse Road
Austin Way
Whitford Avenue
Craigie Coyle Road
Mayhill Place
Cingalee Place
Kallaroo Airlie Street
Nautilus Way
Celtic Place
Lygnern Crescent
Heathridge Plankton Place
Bayou Court
Diemen Court
Hillarys Whitford Avenue
Yanchep Yanchep Beach Road
(Frontage Roads)
Two Rocks Mitchell Place
Evans Place
Fawkner Road
Dawes Court
Henty Court
Caley Place
Carfax Place
Theydon Grove
Bower Grove
B CONTRACT WORKS
Mindarie Keys Northern Breakwater - Access Steps and Boardwalk
The construction of steps and boardwalk have been completed and the connecting path and bicycle parking facility have been programmed to be completed the end of February.
Warwick Regional Open Space Tennis Courts - Contract No 037-92/93
Work commenced on 2 February on the construction of two illuminated tennis courts at Warwick Regional Open Space. The courts are programmed for use by mid-March.
C WASTE MANAGEMENT
The changeover to single operator vehicles for the domestic rubbish reached the halfway point in January with the deployment of the first of the "Matric" trucks.
The general community awareness of the single operator vehicles has been increasing, as indicated by the greatly reduced incidence of incorrectly placed carts. The most recent changeover to the single operator collection system went exceptionally well. The assistant used to reposition carts as part of the education process was not needed during the second week.
More than the expected number of telephone enquiries were received over the Christmas and New Year holidays. A more prominent public notice is considered necessary to resolve this issue.
Recycling has been an active area with the collection rates remaining high from the November/December delivery of the Reeco Times. The "Recycling Ranger" promotion proved reasonably popular. Unfortunately, the material for the Reeco badges has been delayed and delivery is expected in early February. The badges and certificates will then be posted. Stocks of the current recycling bags are almost exhausted. They will be replaced with a slightly larger bag that has a drawstring. These new bags will be available at the end of February.
Application has been made for a Youth Conservation Camps Project to promote waste minimisation, recycling and composting. It is hoped to have some youth from ethnic backgrounds in the project to improve communication with this segment of the City's population.
A promotion programme is being planned to involve primary school children and their teachers. This will use the HOPE video programme that Council sponsored.
Milk and juice cartons will be added to the range of recycling items in March. This will coincide with a major publicity campaign funded by the carton manufacturers. A stable long term market has been arranged. The paper in the cartons is used to make recycled writing and photocopy paper at the APPM mills in New South Wales.
The target delivery date for the recycling trucks to extend the recycling service is May 1993. The recycling area will be extended in stages as each truck is commissioned.
Compost bin sales have continued to increase with money being given as Christmas presents. The influx of ratepayers paying their rates before the end of January deadline also helped sales.
D SUBDIVISIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The status of subdivisional development within the City of Wanneroo is shown on Attachment 2. This attachment highlights the contract value of works and associated number of lots provided for subdivisions completed this financial year, subdivisions commenced since 1 July 1992 and those subdivisions currently under or awaiting construction.
Submitted for information.
R T McNALLY GR:AT
City Engineer ere0216
H10207
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10207
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 220-0
SUBJECT: STREET LIGHTING, TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND SIGNS
Federal Black Spot Programme - Marmion Avenue/Mullaloo Drive
The Main Roads Department has confirmed the allocation of $4,000 to accommodate construction of a seagull island at the above junction in Mullaloo.
The Engineering workforce will undertake construction during February 1992.
Street Lighting - Mitchell Freeway/Ocean Reef Road
The section of street lighting in Ocean Reef Road removed during works associated with the Mitchell Freeway bridge construction has been programmed for attention by SECWA for the end of February 1993.
Main Roads Department has confirmed issuing an order for the works to proceed.
Vehicle Speeds - Meridian Drive, Mullaloo (Item G11012)
The Warwick Police Traffic Branch has attended Meridian Drive and confirms the results of its patrol staff who monitored motorist speeds in response to the Council resolution emanating from its October 1992 meeting.
Meridian Drive is speed zoned 60 km/hr. No infringements and only two cautions were issued between the period 21 November to 8 December 1992.
Local Urban Street Speed Limits
Council resolved, at its November meeting (Item G11113) to support the reduction of the current urban speed limit for built up areas from 60 kph to 50 kph. Further to this, the Western Australian Municipal Association Executive Committee resolved, at its December Meeting:
"That WAMA adopt the recommendations of the LGEA, viz:
(a) The reulgations of the Road Traffic Code should be amended to replace the current speed limits in built up areas with a fifty kilometre/hour speed limit.
(b) The major traffic roads classified as a primary distributor and district distributor roads be designated speed limits of sixty kilometre/hour or greater, depending upon the function of the roads, safety considerations and the speed of traffic using the roads.
(c) Local Government Authorities be empowered to instal lower speed limits than fifty kilometre/hour in local streets where necessary, with the approval of the Commissioner of Main Roads in accordance with the criteria recommended in the Kobelke report.
and resolved in addition:
(d) That the reduced speed limit of fifty kilometres per hours in build up areas should apply only within the Metropolitan ara.
(e) That the introduction of the reduced speed limit be accompanied by a strong police enforcement effort".
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10208
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10208
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-1665
SUBJECT: JOONDALUP DRIVE FUNDING STRATEGY
WEDGEWOOD DRIVE TO HODGES DRIVE
Council resolved at its June meeting (Item G10650) to seek a deputation with the Minister for Transport to discuss the multi criteria analysis approach to Urban Arterial Road funding and seek funding for the dualling of Joondalup Drive. A submission for special funding was presented to the Minister for Transport at a meeting held on 4 August.
The Minister for Transport advised on 19 October that, in recognition of the rapid growth in the Joondalup area, the Government is prepared to fund 50% of the project over two years on the following basis:
| |1992/93 |1993/94 | Total |
| | | | |
|Main Roads |$400,000 |$302,500 |$ 702,500 |
|Council |$400,000 |$302,500 |$ 702,500 |
| | | |$1,405,000 |
This proposal was subsequently discussed with officers of Landcorp to determine the possibility of a funding contribution from that authority. Landcorp is responsible, under the provisions of the Western Australian Land Authority Act 1992, to develop the infrastructure and facilities for the Joondalup City Centre. Part of this infrastructure development includes the duplication of Joondalup Drive between Lakeside Drive (north) and Lakeside Drive (South). The duplication of Joondalup Drive between Hodges Drive and Kennedya Drive was completed in 1992. The southern extension to Lakeside Drive (South) is the responsibility of Landcorp and its construction was programmed for 1994/95 at an estimated cost of $360,000. It was confirmed by the Landcorp officers that the programmed expenditure of $360,000 for the 1994/95 financial year could be brought forward for inclusion in the 1993/94 programme of works by Landcorp.
Accordingly, in view of the special circumstances of this strategic road project, the following funding proposal was submitted to the Minister for Transport on 20 November 1992 for further consideration:
| |1992/93 |1993/94 | Total |
| | | | |
|Main Roads |$400,000 |$302,500 |$ 702,500 |
|Landcorp | |$360,000 |$ 360,000 |
|Council | |$417,500 |$ 417,500 |
| | | |$1,480,000 |
A landscaping component was included in the scope of the project to complement works proposed by Landcorp for the existing dual carriageway section of Joondalup Drive. This landscaping requirement increased the estimated cost of the project by $75,000, making the total cost $1,480,000.
This alternative funding strategy was accepted by the Minister for Transport on 13 January, thus reducing Council's commitment to this project, as per the original proposal by $285,000 from $702,500 to $417,500.
While this proposal provides for Council's funding to be allocated solely through the 1993/94 Budget, there is an opportunity for Council to fund its commitment over two years. Council was advised in November (Item G11108) that an amount of $173,341 was approved for preservation works on urban arterial roads as part of the 1992/93 Urban Arterial Road Programme. The only condition applicable to this funding allocation is that Council provide Main Roads Department with a statement certifying that the funds have been expended on urban arterial roads. This allocation was not included in the 1992/93 Budget and an adjustment is now necessary.
An amount of $193,323 was approved in the 1992/93 Road Resurfacing Programme (Item G10907) for preservation works associated with Marangaroo Drive and Whitford Avenue. The asphalt resheeting works on Whitford Avenue are complete and the structural overlay works proposed for Marangaroo Drive are programmed for February. These preservation works were funded from Council's own sources and it is therefore considered reasonable for the preservation component of the 1992/93 Urban Arterial Road Programme to be allocated to the Joondalup Drive project. An amount of $244,159 would remain for allocation in the 1993/94 Budget.
RECOMMENDATION
That:
44 Council accepts the funding strategy for the duplication of Joondalup Drive, between Wedgewood Drive and Hodges Drive, as outlined in Report No H10208 and summarised below:
| |1992/93 |1993/94 | Total |
| | | | |
|Main Roads |$400,000 |$302,500 |$ 702,500 |
|Landcorp | |$360,000 |$ 360,000 |
|Council |$173,341 |$244,159 |$ 417,500 |
| | | |$1,480,000 |
45 the adjustments to the 1992/93 Budget to accommodate the funding strategy for this project be referred to the Finance and Administrative Resources Committee;
46 Council advises the Minister for Transport of Council's acceptance of the funding strategy for the duplication of Joondalup Drive between Wedgewood Drive and Hodges Drive.
R T McNALLY DRB:EMT
City Engineer ere0206
H10209
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10209
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-1403
SUBJECT: MARANGAROO DRIVE UPGRADING WORKS
A pavement study was carried out by the Engineering Department in June 1991 on the southern carriageway of Marangaroo Drive, between Mirrabooka Avenue and Balgonie Avenue, Girrawheen, to determine why this carriageway was experiencing premature failure modes and what remedial works could be taken to rectify the matter.
This section of Marangaroo Drive was constructed in 1978 and the study determined that the premature failure of the southern carriageway is directly attributable to the sub-standard compaction of the water main in the southern verge.
An approach was subsequently made to the Water Authority of WA for a contribution towards remedial works on this section of Marangaroo Drive. It was agreed that WAWA would contribute an amount, equivalent to rectifying the unsatisfactory compaction, prior to construction of the pavement. This cost was estimated to be $174,532.50.
WAWA has agreed to an ex-gratia payment of $174,532.50 towards the cost of upgrading the southern carriageway of Marangaroo Drive, between Mirrabooka Avenue and Balgonie Avenue, Girrawheen. This payment has been made by WAWA.
The upgrading strategy for this section of Marangaroo Drive will require reconstruction of the kerbing to accommodate an asphalt structural overlay and reinstatement of a large number of crossovers and verges. It is proposed that the works be undertaken in 1993/94 and the $174,532.50 payment by WAWA will be carried forward to the 1993/94 Budget accordingly.
Submitted for information.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10210
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10210
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-233
SUBJECT: HOCKING ROAD, KINGSLEY - UPGRADING
A request has been received from the Manager of the Cherokee Village Caravan Park for the upgrading to a residential standard of Hocking Road, Kingsley.
It has been indicated that improvements are warranted as a significant amount of traffic utilises Hocking Road. Also, the lack of footpaths and condition of the pavement edges provide concerns with regard to pedestrian safety.
Hocking Road has been constructed with a 6 metre wide pavement to a rural road standard and extends between Wanneroo Road and Goollelal Drive, as shown on Attachment 1.
A traffic survey in November 1991 indicated that 2000 vpd utilise this road with approximately 9% of the traffic being commercial or trucks.
The section of Hocking Road, west of Lakeway Drive, was resealed in 1991 to control cracking.
The estimated cost to upgrade the eastern section of Hocking Drive, between Wanneroo Road and Lakeway Drive, to a kerbed and drained standard is in the order of $200,000.
The kerbing of the pavement would also require a formal drainage disposal site. Currently this facility has not been established. As the drainage catchment abuts the Yellagonga Regional Park, environmental considerations and statutory approvals will be required for the drainage disposal.
Consultants have been engaged to prepare a management strategy on the discharge of stormwater for the Yellagonga Regional Park and the preferred stormwater disposal strategy will be considered for the Hocking Road catchment.
An assessment on the overall condition of Hocking Road and the significant expenditure for the upgrading works indicate that, while ongoing maintenance will be required, major reconstruction works would have a low priority in the Road Construction Programme.
However, the project can be listed in the Capital Works Forward Plan and reviewed accordingly.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council lists for consideration on a priority ranking, the upgrading of Hocking Road, between Wanneroo Road and Lakeway Drive, in the Capital Works Forward Plan.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10211
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10211
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 540-0-3, 011-8
SUBJECT: 1993/94 URBAN ARTERIAL ROAD PROGRAMME
The Main Roads Department has written to Council inviting a submission of projects for funding consideration as part of the 1993/94 Urban Arterial Road Programme.
A Working Party, formed to review the methods and administration of Urban Arterial Road Funding, resolved that insufficient time was available to change the procedure for the consideration of projects for funding as part of the 1993/94 Programme. The multi criteria analysis adopted for the 1992/93 Programme will again be used in 1993/94. This analysis provides for the consideration of social and environmental objectives, in addition to the common cost benefit items.
The criteria selected to enable presentation of road improvement projects in urban arterial roads are:
1 roadway capacity
2 intersection capacity
3 bus embayments
4 level of safety
5 road condition rating
6 environmental factors
7 economic factors
8 social factors
9 pedestrian and bicycle facilities
10 direct cost savings
Council submitted the following two projects for funding consideration in 1992/93:
Ocean Reef Road - Trappers Drive to Wanneroo Road
- Road duplication and completion of wildlife crossing
Joondalup Drive - North of Wedgewood Drive to Edith Cowan University entrance - road duplication.
These two projects did not rate very high with the multi criteria analysis formula and Council did not receive Arterial Road Funding in 1992/93.
A review was undertaken of arterial road projects in the City and the two projects listed below were found to rate the highest, based on the current multi criteria analysis formula:
Marmion Avenue - Ocean Reef Road to Prendiville Avenue (Road duplication - estimated cost $1.4m)
Marangaroo Drive Mirrabooka Avenue to Alexander Drive (Road duplication - estimated cost $1.05m)
The Main Roads Department required all submissions by 22 January and the Marmion Avenue and Marangaroo Drive projects were submitted accordingly to meet this time schedule.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council endorses the City Engineer's submission of the following projects to the Main Roads Department for consideration of funding as part of the 1993/94 Urban Arterial Road Programme:
Marmion Avenue - Ocean Reef Road to Prendiville Avenue (Road duplication.
Marangaroo Drive Mirrabooka Avenue to Alexander Drive (Road duplication.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10212
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10212
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-135
SUBJECT: DORCHESTER AVENUE TRAFFIC CALMING STRATEGY
As part of the Warwick Entertainment Centre development approval in February 1992, Council resolved that, in part, "the applicant, at his expense,
undertake a traffic management analysis for Dorchester Avenue, Beach Road and Glendale Avenue to determine to the satisfaction of the City Planner, the City Engineer and the Residents' Committee of Dorchester Avenue the level of traffic management measures and the location and number of crossovers to the subject site which should be put in place by the applicant before the complex is opened to the public";
At its July meeting, Council considered a request from the Residents' Committee of Dorchester Avenue for the trial installation of a one-way entry in Dorchester Avenue, south of Ballantine Road.
Following consideration of the implications of this treatment, Council resolved not to restrict traffic density in Dorchester Avenue. Council also reiterated that in accordance with previous resolutions for the approval of the Warwick Entertainment Centre, the developer is:
47 to carry out a traffic management analysis to determine the level of the traffic calming measures required in Dorchester Avenue and;
48 to undertake the installation of the traffic calming measures considered necessary.
In this regard, the applicant is required to contribute towards the cost of implementing the traffic management measures on a proportional basis agreed to by the City Planner and City Engineer.
A traffic calming report has been submitted by the developer's Traffic Consultant. In this report the consultant has suggested two alternative plans of traffic calming measures for Dorchester Avenue being either a series of roundabouts or a mixture of measures incorporating two-way slow points with or without road humps.
As Dorchester Avenue functions as a local distributor road, the Engineering Department's preferred strategy is the use of roundabouts and pedestrian refuge islands.
Accordingly, two meetings have been held with the representatives of the Dorchester Avenue and Warwick Residents' Committee to discuss the preferred traffic calming strategy for this street. The Residents' Committee indicated that they do not support speed humps or slow ways.
The proposed concept submitted to the Residents' Committee was the installation of initially three roundabouts along Dorchester Avenue at the more well used junctions of Hawker Avenue, Ballantine Road and Dugdale Street. It was also considered that due to the spacing between these strategic roundabouts, together with the likely after hours traffic flows associated with activities at the Entertainment complex, two additional minor roundabouts were warranted at the Fortune Street and Badrick Street junctions. This proposed scheme, as shown on Attachment 1, is generally in accordance with one of the suggested options in the Consultant's Traffic Calming Report.
The main exception is the location of a roundabout at the Dugdale Street junction instead of Barnsbury Road, which has low traffic flows. The roundabout at Dugdale Street is required to accommodate right turning Transperth buses and therefore will involve extensive accommodation works. However, it is considered that the location of the roundabout at Dugdale Street will provide a more effective control on motorists along this section of Dorchester Avenue. It is also proposed that the final scheme will incorporate linking traffic islands and a painted median between the roundabout treatments.
The Residents' Committee of Dorchester Avenue has indicated that, following canvassing of the majority of the street residents, the concept is generally supported. The main concern received has been about satisfactory access from a resident adjacent to the proposed roundabout at Hawker Avenue.
Accordingly, the Residents' Committee has advised that it has agreed to the Traffic Calming Strategy on the basis that:
"The plan involves:
Stage 1
Install roundabouts at:
(a) Dugdale junction - suitable for negotiation by Transperth vehicles;
(b) Ballantine and Hawker junctions - medium style classified as primary roundabouts.
Stage 2
Subject to further analysis of the first measures, traffic growth and flow to the total Shopping Centre to determine timing and priority of further installations. This to include the issue of verge parking and traffic congestion at Dorchester Avenue South.
Pedestrian refuges or islands.
Painted median throughout Dorchester.
Minor roundabouts at Badrick and Fortune or Springvale junctions.
Median strip between Beach and Dugdale to permit easier vehicle access via an exit left turn only from the Shopping Complex."
The Committee has noted that the works programming and timing of all stages is subject to Council's approval and budgetary constraints.
The estimated cost of the full implementation of the treatment for Dorchester Avenue is in the order of $200,000 with the estimated cost of Stage 1 being $120,000. The detailed design and costings of the treatment will be undertaken for budget considerations. Currently, Council has not allocated funds for the traffic calming treatment of Dorchester Avenue. The only funds available are the developer's previously bonded minimum of $30,000 towards the Traffic Management Scheme for Dorchester Avenue.
The developer's final contribution towards these works is required to be negotiated. However, Council will also have to allocate the shortfall of funds for the initial and final stage works.
It is proposed that the balance of funds for the first stage works, as shown on Attachment 2, of the three roundabouts at Hawker Avenue, Ballantine Road and Dugdale Street be listed as a high priority in the 1993/94 draft Budget.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
1. initially constructs in Dorchester Avenue roundabouts at the Hawker Avenue, Ballantine Road and Dugdale Street junctions and subject to further monitoring of the traffic situation:
(a) construct roundabouts at the Badrick Street and Fortune Street or Springvale Way junctions, together with the associated traffic median treatments;
(b) undertakes channelisation or median improvements at the Dorchester Avenue access points to the Warwick Entertainment Centre/Warwick Shopping Centre;
2. authorises the City Engineer and City Planner to negotiate with the developer of the Warwick Entertainment Centre, a proportional contribution for the traffic calming treatment of Dorchester Avenue;
49 lists as a high priority in the 1993/94 draft Budget, the balance of funds for the construction of the roundabouts at the Hawker Avenue, Ballantine Road and Dugdale Street junctions with Dorchester Avenue;
4. advises the Residents' Committee of Dorchester Avenue accordingly.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10213
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10213
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-18
SUBJECT: TRAFFIC TREATMENTS - CLIFF STREET, SORRENTO
A number of residents from Marine Terrace and Cliff Street, Sorrento, have petitioned Council (Item G01202 refers) seeking a reduction in vehicle speeds along Cliff Street. The petitioners claim that vehicles often travel in excess of 110 kph. They request the installation of further roundabouts at the road junctions of:
Cliff Street and Marine Terrace
Cliff Street and Gull Street
Cliff Street and Bettles Street
Since September 1990, traffic volumes and vehicle speeds have been regularly measured along Cliff Street and surrounding roads. The results of the most recent survey (January 1993) are shown on Attachment 1. These surveys indicate that traffic conditions have remained reasonably constant. However, vehicle speeds, particularly around Arkwell Way as shown on Attachment 2, tend to be above the legal speed limit. The petitioners claim of vehicle speeds in excess of 110 kph was not sustained. As the speed of motorists is of concern, regular Police surveillance of Cliff Street has been sought.
As a general strategy, the recommended treatment for this road is the construction of a further two roundabouts at the junctions of Arkwell Way and Sheppard Way. Previously, roundabouts have been installed at the High and Clontarf Streets intersections with Cliff Street as part of the Marmion/Sorrento Traffic Management Scheme. Both the Arkwell and Sheppard Way junctions are considered appropriate for this treatment as they have a reasonable vehicle turning component, though traffic volumes in Arkwell Way are generally light.
The installation of these roundabouts may also assist to control the speed of motorists at the Troy Avenue and Cliff Street junction. Concerns have been previously raised about the potential conflicts at the junction due to the restricted sight distances. While two accidents have been reported over the last five years at the junction, a survey report of the peak hour vehicle movements indicate that the critical right turning movements are low. The need for channelisation improvements at this junction can be considered as part of the proposed roundabout treatment works.
The estimated cost of the two roundabouts and channelisation treatment is $80,000.
Accordingly, this section of Cliff Street can be listed in Council's Forward Plan for Traffic Management treatments and be reviewed for funding consideration on a priority ranking with other projects.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
50 lists for consideration in the Traffic Management Forward Plan, the installation of roundabouts at the junctions of Arkwell Way and Sheppard Way with Cliff Street, together with channelisation improvements at the Troy Avenue and Cliff Street junction;
51 advises the petitioners accordingly.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10214
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10214
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-3062
SUBJECT: PETITION - MODIFICATION TO HAMMERHEAD TREATMENT, CANTARA RISE, OCEAN REEF
Several residents in Cantara Rise, Ocean Reef have written requesting that the "hammerhead" turning treatment at the end of their street be modified as shown on Attachment 1.
They have suggested that the current design does not facilitate easy egress and access to their properties, particularly when people park vehicles indiscriminately in this alternatively treated cul-de-sac. They are also concerned about the safety to children as vehicles are always required to reverse within this confined area.
Over the past two years approximately ten of these alternatively treated cul-de-sac treatments have been installed throughout the City mainly as a result of town planners following policies and subdivisional guidelines supported or introduced by the Department of Planning and Urban Development and the Green Street Joint Venture Committee. This is the first formal complaint to be received about any of these treatments. Generally most purchasers will typically inspect their block and surrounding area prior to initiating a purchase and are, therefore, likely to be fully aware of the manoeuvres required in order to negotiate this "hammerhead" treatment.
Nonetheless, it is apparent that there is a significant desire by local residents for visiting passenger vehicles to turn without reversing or encroaching on verges. This can be achieved by "rounding" the top of the hammerhead treatment. The estimated cost of this work is $2,500 and funds are available in the road maintenance budget account.
Concerns have also been expressed by Council's Resources Engineer about the added difficulty of rubbish truck manoeuvring in these treatments should indiscriminate parking occur. With these points in mind, and while standard cul-de-sac bulbs will continue to be the preferred treatment, alternative layouts will be subject to greater design requirements. It is proposed that as a policy all future "hammerhead" treatments be constructed with a rounded top (to accommodate low speed turning for a standard car) and that parking embayments in the ratio of one bay per dwelling (served by the cul-de-sac treatment) be installed to help minimise turning problems.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
1 approves modification to the top of the "hammerhead" cul-de-sac treatment at the end of Cantara Rise, Ocean reef as shown on Attachment 1 to Report No H10214 with the works funded from the road maintenance account, and advises the residents accordingly;
2 authorises the City Engineer to specify the minimum policy standards for "hammerhead" type cul-de-sac treatments;
3 advises Department Planning and Urban Development, Developers and their consultants of the policy standards for "hammerhead" cul-de-sac treatments.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10215
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10215
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-23
SUBJECT: FROBISHER AVENUE DRAINAGE PROJECT, SORRENTO
Council approved funds in the 1992/93 Budget for the upgrading of substandard drainage in Frobisher Avenue, Sorrento. The proposed works are shown at Attachment 1.
After the design of the new drainage system between a point south of Raleigh Road and the Geneff Park bubbler was finalised, it was estimated that the Budget provision was inadequate. An evaluation of the final design indicated that the available funds of $110,000 would only allow for the bubbler reconstruction and mainline upgrading up to Raleigh Road inclusive of manholes and gullies.
Construction works commenced on 23 November 1992 and the mainline installation was completed to a point 50 metres north of Raleigh Road prior to the Christmas stand down.
Although the project can be completed up to Raleigh Road with the available remaining funds, the preferred option is to fully complete this project to a point 100 metres south of Raleigh Road. The completion of the Frobisher Avenue drainage as a single stage project is the preferred construction strategy due to the comparative inefficiency of returning next financial year to complete the short mainline reconstruction south of Raleigh Road.
The construction estimate for the full drainage upgrading in Frobisher Avenue is $150,000, a shortfall of $40,000. The southern 100m section of pipework will be constructed through limestone and an allowance for hard digging and importation of suitable backfill material has been included in the estimate.
A number of projects, as outlined below, have been completed and surplus funds are available for reallocation to the Frobisher Avenue drainage upgrading project:
Account No Description Funds
|34164 |West Coast Drive Drainage |$ 4,700 |
|32952 |Chalcombe Way, Warwick - Footpath |$ 5,500 |
|32934 |Camberwarra Drive, Craigie - Footpath |$ 2,400 |
|32938 |Brinckley Crescent, Koondoola - Footpath |$ 1,200 |
|32954 |Antrim Ct to Cornish Ave, Woodvale - Footpath |$ 800 |
|39265 |Mullaloo Beach - Car Park Lighting |$ 3,300 |
|39254 |Alexander Heights - Car Park Lighting |$ 3,400 |
|31232 |Dual Use Path - Whitfords Avenue - Gibson Avenue to Freeway |$ 3,600 |
|31235 |Dual Use Path - Marmion Avenue - Gunter Grove to Ocean Reef Road |$ 1,400 |
| | |$26,300 |
The remaining $13,700 could be reallocated from the Drainage Maintenance Account No 71024 as completion of the project will considerably reduce the requirement for drainage maintenance works in Frobisher Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION
That:
1 Council approves the completion of mainline drainage upgrading works in Frobisher Avenue to the design terminus located 100 metres south of Raleigh Road;
2 the reallocation of funds for this project be referred to Finance and Administrative Resources Committee.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10216
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10216
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-1003
SUBJECT: PETITION - REQUEST FOR FOOTPATH
WAHROONGA WAY, GREENWOOD
An eight signature petition has been received from the owners of units at 69 Wahroonga Way, Greenwood for the construction of a footpath.
The units are situated on a right angle bend as highlighted on Attachment 1. The provision of a footpath would improve the safety of pedestrians traversing this corner.
Lots on the eastern leg of Wahroonga Way (Lot 1 to Lot 45) are serviced by a footpath. The construction of a footpath from Asquith Court to Lot 45 Wahroonga Way to connect with the existing path would assist residents when accessing the shopping centre at Lot 1 Coolibah Drive, Greenwood. It would also provide a connection to the Kanangra reserve, freeway overpass and cycleway.
The estimated cost of construction is $10,340.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
1 includes in the Footpath Forward Plan the construction of a footpath in Wahroonga Way between Asquith Court and Lot 45 Wahroonga Way as shown on Attachment 1 to Report No H10216;
2 advises the petition co-ordinator accordingly.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10217
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10217
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 770-23
SUBJECT: PARKING PROBLEMS - COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES IN RURAL ZONES
Council, at its December meeting, (Item 91231 refers) resolved that a report be submitted for consideration on all commercial activities, such as retail nurseries, market gardens and woodyards in the rural zone, to determine parking problems, recognising the standard of existing rural roadways.
Discussions with officers and research of records indicate that there appears to be few major reported parking problems currently occurring within the City's rural zones as a result of commercial activities. It has been noted that several market gardeners and woodyards have been utilising local road verges immediately adjoining their operations, but this appears to be without any significant impact upon the traffic and surrounding area. There are some isolated exceptions to this situation in Landsdale Road and Wanneroo Road, Neerabup. These operations are being continually monitored to ensure that such activities comply with development approvals and that traffic safety considerations are maintained.
With regard to the market garden sales activity on Wanneroo Road, the Main Roads Department has been liaising with Council and the owner on rectifying the situation.
The verge parking activities at retail nurseries in Landsdale have the potential to generate traffic concerns and this matter is being addressed in the Town Planning Committee Reports No's H20213 and H20214. One nursery has provided on-site parking but the other has not, as yet, complied with planning requirements.
Council's Planning and Engineering Departments assess all development applications in the Development Assessment Unit to determine the amount of parking that should be provided, based upon the nature of the proposed operation and the impact upon the surrounding roads that are to service the proposed development. Council's Town Planning Scheme requires the provision of one parking bay per 500 square metres of open display area plus one bay per 10 square metres of building area used for sales purposes.
It is desirable that all parking be provided on-site. However, as there is a considerable range of parking demand generated by different retail nurseries, it is considered prudent to apply a condition to the planning approval for additional on-site parking to be provided, should Council consider additional parking necessary.
Council also has means of rectifying resultant problems via the implementation of appropriate corrective measures including the use of parking restrictions, speed controls and other traffic management devices.
Generally, the need for measures to be implemented would relate to the standard and class of road. The establishment of nurseries along Wanneroo Road and recently Gnangara Road, have been curtailed partly due to traffic issues. For other roads that are more local in nature, particular consideration is given to the proposed access, the proximity of intersections, together with the speed environment and standard of pavement as part of the approval process. Therefore it is considered that the current assessment practice with a supplementary condition that additional on-site parking should be provided as determined by Council, is satisfactory.
It is to be noted that the Department of Planning and Urban Development has requested Council to review non rural use activities in the rural areas and this will involve further consideration of traffic matters.
Submitted for information.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10218
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10218
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-298
SUBJECT: PARKING PROHIBITIONS - ARITI AVENUE, WANNEROO
Some residents of the Homeswest Retirement Village, bounded by Ariti Avenue and Nannatee Way, have sought Council's assistance to restrict verge parking in Ariti Avenue, Wanneroo. Apparently patrons to the Wanneroo Swap Meet regularly park on this verge, despite the efforts of the organisers to redirect them elsewhere. The problem is more acute at the eastern portion of the Retirement Village where vehicles have destroyed large sections of the existing grassed verge. As a consequence, these residents have expressed the strongest concern regarding the parking situations.
The "NO PARKING ANY TIME ON VERGE" prohibition, as shown on Attachment 1, was canvassed with all the residents of the village. While support was strongest from the residents of the eastern section, all agreed that the proposed prohibition would not affect them unduly. Many residents sought to complement this treatment with the installation of a line of bollards. Accordingly, Homeswest has been requested to consider the installation of this treatment .
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
52 Installs "NO PARKING ANY TIME ON VERGE" signs on the south side of Ariti Avenue, Wanneroo, adjacent to the Homeswest Retirement Village, for a distance of 118m, as shown on Attachment 1 to Report No H10218;
53 advises the Homeswest Retirement Village residents accordingly.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10219
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10219
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-73
SUBJECT: PARKING PROHIBITIONS - TINGLE COURT AND MAPLE STREET, GREENWOOD
Residents of Tingle Court and a section of the abutting Maple Street, Greenwood, which provides an access to the Greenwood High School have petitioned Council to restrict parking in the area. The petitioners are particularly concerned about the impact of traffic generated by the Ministry of Education's "Learn to Swim" vocational programme during the school holidays. Similar concerns were expressed last year.
Consultation with the petitioners on the type of prohibition they regarded as most appropriate for the area indicated a varied response. As the opinion was divided, and taking into account residents' access considerations, the NO STANDING CARRIAGEWAY OR VERGE prohibitions for the peak school hours on the residential side of the streets represents a reasonable compromise. The extent of the proposed prohibition is shown on Attachment 1. It is to be noted that public access to the school ovals and parkland has been maintained on the west side of Tingle Court.
The parking concerns of the residents for the vacation swimming will also be addressed with the Ministry of Education in an effort to encourage users to be directed to the school car parks.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
1 installs "NO STANDING, CARRIAGEWAY OR VERGE, 8.15AM TO 9.15AM, 3.00PM TO 4.00PM, MONDAY TO FRIDAY" signs on the east side of Tingle Court, Greenwood, as shown on Attachment 1 to Report No H10219;
2 installs "NO STANDING ANYTIME, CARRIAGEWAY OR VERGE, signs on the east side of the intersection of Tingle Court and Maple Street, Greenwood, as shown on Attachment 1 to Report No H10219;
3 requests the Ministry of Education's Swimming and Water Safety Section to advise users of the available car parking facilities at the Greenwood High School;
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H10220
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10220
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 504-0
SUBJECT: BICYCLE FACILITIES - ADDITIONAL FUNDING ASSISTANCE TO LOCAL AUTHORITIES
Bikewest advised in early January that additional funding has been granted under the Commonwealth Black Spot programme to be used towards reducing bicycle related accidents.
The projects that will receive priority are:
1 those of regional importance;
2 those incorporating bicycle friendly facilities in proposed Local Area Traffic Management Devices (LATM) or modifications of LATM devices to achieve the same objective.
3 other proposals which can be considered bicycle safe/friendly, innovative and simple;
4 labour intensive programmes so that a dual objective of creating employment may also be met.
The time schedule for the programme required a list and details of all specific proposals to be finalised by mid January for immediate submission to the Commonwealth Government. To meet this time constraint, the following projects were submitted for funding consideration.
54 BEACH ROAD
The Wanneroo Bike Plan, prepared in 1989 by G R Crimp and Partners, recommended, as part of Stage 1 works, the completion of the dual use path network in Beach Road over a five year period. This network is shown on the attached plan.
Council has constructed the section of dual use path, between Erindale Road and Mirrabooka Avenue, over the past two years at a total cost of $162,370. The section of dual use path, between Erindale Road and the Mitchell Freeway, is programmed for construction during February at an estimated cost of $63,000. Bikewest has approved a 50% contribution to this project.
The outstanding stages of this project include the construction of the dual use path between:
(a) Mitchell Freeway and Sequoia Road
(b) Mirrabooka Avenue and Alexander Drive
The Mitchell Freeway/Sequoia Road link is considered a priority project as it provides direct connection for cyclists/pedestrians to the Mitchell Freeway and Marmion Avenue cycle networks, Northern Suburbs Railway Station, Warwick Grove Shopping Centre, Warwick and Carine Regional Open Space areas and the Warwick Senior High School. It could also be constructed in conjunction with the Mitchell Freeway/Erindale Road link proposed for February.
The estimated cost of this project is $38,000 which allows for:
(a) widening of the existing insitu concrete footpath in the northern verge to 2.4m between Sequoia Road and the Mitchell Freeway;
(b) upgrading of cycle ramps at the Davallia Road intersection and installation of bicycle hand rails. These works will also improve access to Carine Open Space Cycle Network;
(c) provision of crossing points to Carine Open Space at Sycamore Drive and Strathyre Drive. Cycle ramps and hand rails will be constructed at these locations.
The extension of the dual use path in the northern verge of Beach Road, between Mirrabooka Avenue and Alexander Drive, will complete this important regional cycle link.
The estimated cost of this project is $68,000 which allows for:
(a) construction of a 2.5m wide asphalt standard dual use path in the northern verge of Beach Road;
(b) upgrading of cycle ramps/hand rails at the Mirrabooka Avenue, Butterworth Avenue and Alexander Drive intersections.
55 ARTERIAL ROAD CYCLE LANES
The Wanneroo Bike Plan recommended amendments to the white lining and selected widening of sections of Hepburn Avenue, Whitford Avenue, Marmion Avenue and Ocean Reef Road to provide for cycle lanes. While a detailed estimate has not been prepared for the proposed works, it is considered that an amount of $50,000 would accommodate the more critical locations, particularly at intersections. A detailed evaluation would need to be undertaken with the Main Roads Department should this project be funded.
56 MARANGAROO DRIVE, ALEXANDER HEIGHTS
Council has constructed a dual use path in the northern verge of Marangaroo Drive between Highclere Boulevard and Northumberland Avenue. A 1.2m wide footpath has been constructed between Northumberland Drive and Alexander Drive.
The widening of this footpath to 2.4m will complete the cycle link between Highclere Boulevard and Alexander Drive.
The estimated cost of this project is $17,000.
In summary, the projects submitted for funding consideration are as follows:
Road Description Estimated
Cost
|Beach Road |Sequoia Road to Mitchell Freeway Widening of existing footpath to 2.4m to |$38,000 |
| |complete regional cycling link between Marmion Avenue and Mirrabooka Avenue. | |
| | | |
|Beach Road |Mirrabooka Avenue to Alexander Drive. Construction of 2.5m wide asphalt standard|$68,000 |
| |dual use path to complete regional cycle link between Marmion Avenue and | |
| |Alexander Drive. | |
| | | |
|Marmion Ave, Whitford Ave Hepburn |Modifications to white lining and selected widening to allow for cycle lanes as |$50,000 |
|Ave & Ocean Reef Road |recommended by Wanneroo Bike Plan. | |
| | | |
|Marangaroo Drive |Northumberland Avenue to Alexander Drive. Widening of existing footpath to 2.4m|$17,000 |
| |to complete regional cycle link between Highclere Boulevard and Alexander Drive. | |
Submitted for information.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10221
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10221
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 201-2
SUBJECT: DIVIDING FENCES: RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONSTRUCTION/MAINTENANCE
An increasing number of residents are contacting the Engineering Department regarding the maintenance of fencing adjoining private property and crown land (pedestrian accessways, controlled access roads and parks). This is largely due to graffiti. Similarly, with owners moving into new subdivisions, many queries are made pertaining to contributions to the cost of fencing adjoining crown land.
Ratepayers are advised of the provisions of the "Dividing Fences Act 1961-1969" in regard to construction and maintenance.
Section seven (7) relates to the construction of a dividing fence and the sharing of costs between adjoining property owners.
"7. Subject to this Act, the owners of adjoining lands not divided by a sufficient fence are liable to join in or contribute in equal proportions to the construction of a dividing fence between these lands".
"Owner" is defined in Section five (5) of this Act and clearly excludes trustees or persons in whom the land is vested.
"5. In this Act, unless the contrary intention appears...
"owner", in relation to land, includes every person who -
(a) jointly or severally, whether at law or in equity -
(i) is entitled to land for any estate of freehold in possession; or
(ii) is entitled to receive or is in receipt of or if the land were let to a tenant would be entitled to receive the rents and profits of the land, whether as beneficial owner, trustee, mortgagee in possession, or otherwise; or
(b) is the holder of a lease of land the unexpired term of which is not less than five years at the time -
(i) notice to fence is given by or to him pursuant to section eight;
(ii) he makes application to a court of petty sessions under subsection (1) of section eleven;
(iii) a copy of an order made pursuant to subsection (2) of section eleven is given to him;
(iv) notice is given by or to him pursuant to section fifteen,
but does not include any trustees or other persons in whom land is vested as a public reserve, public park or for such other public purposes as may be prescribed, or a person who has the care, control and management of a public reserve, public park or land used for such other public purposes as may be prescribed".
As pedestrian accessways, roads and parks/reserves are crown land vested in Council for its care, control and management, Council is excluded from contribution.
Repairs and maintenance of dividing fences are referred to in section fourteen (14) of this Act.
"14. When a dividing fence is in need of repair, the owners of land on either side of the fence are liable, subject to the provisions of section fifteen, to join in or contribute in equal proportions to the repair of the fence".
Again the definition of "owner" applies and Council is not required to contribute towards the cost of repair or removal of the increasing amounts of graffiti. However, in those situations where obscene graffiti on dividing fences is reported, action is initiated with Council's contractors for immediate removal.
As Councillors may receive enquiries from ratepayers regarding the contribution towards cost of construction and repair, this report has been submitted for information.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10222
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10222
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 510-222
SUBJECT: DRAINAGE SUMP - LOT 7 KINGSWAY
(Item G10915A refers)
In recent years rainfall runoff from storms has highlighted the need for a drainage disposal site in Kingsway, west of Evandale Road, to overcome road and property flooding, particularly near lot 24.
In June 1988 (Item C10618) Council resolved to acquire approximately 750m2 to construct a sump within lot 24 which is owned by Mr F W Green.
The proposed location of the sump site on lot 24 is on grassed land between two houses. The ground levels at this location are similar to the property being flooded and thus any overflow from the road pavement can be directed to this soakage area.
Several attempts to negotiate the acquisition with Mr Green were unsuccessful. In December 1988, Council requested a report on the cost and feasibility of relocating the sump to lot 7, on the south side of the road, directly opposite lot 24. It was reported (Item D10222 refers) that lot 7 was an operating market garden and was about 1 metre higher than the road.
It was indicated that the owner of this lot could appeal to the Minister on the grounds that the accepted principle for the location of drainage storage facilities is at the lowest point of the catchment.
Following a Notice of Intention in March 1992 to resume land from lot 7, the owner lodged an objection to this proposed resumption.
The Minister for Lands advised that, following consideration of this matter, the information available suggests that lot 7 is not the most appropriate site for the intended drainage sump. The owners' objections to the resumption had therefore been upheld.
Preliminary evaluation of the overall catchment, as shown on Attachment 1, indicates that there is a lower land at the midblock of the adjacent lots 25-27. Currently the majority of lots 26 and 27 are used as market gardens.
The North West Corridor plan indicates that this area is part of the future, proposed urbanisation north of Hepburn Avenue. However, at this stage, a local structure plan has not been developed and therefore the overall drainage strategy has not been determined.
The feasibility of the direction of stormwater discharge, particularly to the lower undeveloped midblock location of the adjacent lot 25, as an interim measure, has been discussed with the current landowners, but they have declined to make any land available.
Given the reluctance of other various land owners to provide a disposal site, it appears that further negotiations are warranted with the owner of lot 24, to utilise a section on the eastern boundary of this mid lot as a temporary drainage disposal facility. The ground levels at this location appear suitable for a drainage disposal area, but would require extra earthworks and an extended drainage pipe line system compared to the preferred location along the frontage of lot 24.
The temporary drainage location would need to be utilised until such time as the permanent drainage strategy has been determined and development provides the facility.
RECOMMENDATION
57 consideration of the location of a drainage sump in Kingsway, west of Evandale Road junction be deferred;
58 the City Engineer negotiates with the owner of lot 24 Kingsway regarding construction of a temporary drainage disposal area on the eastern side of this property, as shown on Attachment 1 to Report No H10222.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10223
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10223
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 508-4, 508-5-1
SUBJECT: LANDFILL GAS UTILISATION AS A FLEET FUEL - BADGERUP ROAD REFUSE FACILITY - TECHNICAL REVIEW AND ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY STUDY
In August 1992 (Item G10918 refers) Council initiated a study on the use of landfill gas from the Badgerup Rubbish Tip as a fuel. Halpern Glick Maunsell Pty Ltd was engaged to undertake the study. Its report has now been received and the Administration Library's copy will be in the Councillor's reading room during February.
The study concluded that the gas resource at Badgerup Road Tip was significant and would be available for at least 20 years. There were no technical problems with utilising the gas.
The economics were not as clear. The two main factors were the availability of a suitable engine and the uncertainty in fuel prices under the Federal Liberal Party's fight back proposal.
Tenders for the recycling trucks closed in December 1992. No satisfactory proposal was received for gas powered vehicles. Consequently diesel powered trucks were purchased by Council.
The long term nature of the landfill gas supply at Badgerup Road Tip makes this a potentially valuable fuel source. The economics of future initiatives will depend upon fuel prices. An alternative use may arise with the development of the Wangara Industrial Estate and Enterprise Park.
Submitted for information.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10224
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10224
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 740-87181
SUBJECT: HEPBURN HEIGHTS - SUBDIVISION WORKS : NOISE GENERATED FROM WORKS OUTSIDE NORMAL HOURS
Council has requested that a report on restrictive working hours for earthmoving equipment be submitted for consideration. Recently, residents, adjacent to the Hepburn Heights subdivision, have indicated that construction machinery is creating a noise hazard outside of standard working hours, usually before the starting time of 7am.
The Engineering Department's guidelines of Subdivisional Development, Section 2.7 specifies that Contractors are not to work outside the hours of 7am to 5pm (Monday to Saturday) without written approval of the City Engineer. Generally, approval for work outside of these hours is only given where it is considered that the work activity will not have an adverse effect on residents, eg remote subdivisions.
With regard to the Hepburn Heights subdivision, no such approval has been given and breaches of this section of the guidelines have been directed to the supervising Consultant Engineers, who are required to ensure that the Contractors comply with Section 2.7. The Consultant has also been requested to ensure that the contract documentation specifies that approval of the Local Authority must be obtained for work outside of the standard hours.
To assist with complaints, the after hours telephone number of the Consultant's representative may be given to any persons who have been affected, to enable immediate contact and remedial action.
Generally, the co-operation of all parties including contractors, supervising consultants and clients enable resolution of these complaints. The current system obtaining written Local Authority approval has been well received in the industry and appears to be performing satisfactory.
It is to be noted that where repeated breaches of Section 2.7 occurs, it appears that limited action is possible. The expulsion of the offending contractors (or sub-contractors) from construction works may not be legally possible, due to the contractual obligations or where the equipment is working on State or Crown Land.
However, provided a complaint is received about noise, Council's Health Department can issue a pollution abatement notice or refer the matter to the Environmental Protection Authority for enforcement of the relevant regulations.
As the co-operation of most parties has been satisfactory regarding working hours, it is proposed that:
59 written confirmation advice be given to all Consultant Engineers reaffirming the intent that the approved working hours are 7.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday;
60 an assurance be sought from the Consultant Engineers that this requirement be included in the contractual documentation for construction works;
61 for all projects the Consultant Engineers are to provide an after hours contact for remedial action with such information to be provided at the time of approval of the subdivision drawings.
Submitted for information.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10225
CITY OF WANNEROO : REPORT NO H10225
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 010-4
SUBJECT: TWO-WAY RADIO COMMUNICATION ACCESS FROM PABX
Council is advised that all extension numbers provided for two-way radio communication via the PABX have now been exhausted with the completion of the 1992/93 Budget provisions for additional two-way radios.
Council's internal telephone system uses '3' digit extension numbers as allocated below:
100 - 199 Works Depot
200 - 299 Community Services Centre, Kingsley
300 - 599 Administration Centre, Joondalup
600 - 699 Two-way Radio Communications
700 - 799 Speed dialling facility
800 - 899 Two-way Radio Communications
900 - 999 Switchboard
There is insufficient capacity in the 600 and 800 series extension numbers to accommodate the number of two-way radios proposed for Council's two-way radio network.
The re-grouping of the small number of available extensions within the other series does not provide a practical solution for growth in both the general administration and two-way radio communication areas.
It is, therefore, necessary for Council to give consideration to either:
62 extending the general administration to '4' digit dialling and leave the two-way radio system with '3' digit dialling;
63 or leaving the general administration with '3' digit extension numbers and extending the two-way radio communication systems to '4' digit dialling.
The latter of the two alternatives is preferred.
The adoption of '4' digit dialling for the two-way radio communications system provides 1000 extension numbers for communication purposes and will be sufficient for quite some time. The 8000 series extension numbers for the two-way radio communications through the PABX system would replace the 800 series.
The adoption of '4' digit dialling will also release the 600 series numbers currently used for two-way communications, providing a further 100 extension numbers for general administration telephone purposes.
The additional 100 numbers allocated to general administration, together with those currently available, will provide adequate telephone extensions for growth in the general administration area.
Costs associated with extending the two-way radio communications are as follows:
1 To programme the NEC PABX for
'4' digit radio access on 8XXX $ 540.00
2 To reprogramme the Motorola mobile
radios - 200 @ $10. + $50. travelling $2,050.00
It is recommended, therefore, that Council makes due allowance as a matter of priority in its 1993/94 Draft Budget to provide for these modifications.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council includes for consideration as a matter of priority, the amount of $3,000.00 in its 1993/94 Draft Budget for alterations to the PABX and reprogramming of two-way radios, to provide additional telephone access extension numbers for two-way radio communications.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10226
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10226
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 509-0-1
SUBJECT: ILLUMINATED DIRECTIONAL ADVERTISING SIGNS
At its April 1992 meeting (Item G10409 refers), Council agreed in principal to the erection of illuminated directional advertising signs incorporating street names within its road reserves subject to the following conditions:
(a) the developer nominates a limited number of sites to the satisfaction of the City Engineer for a trial period of three months;
(b) all associated costs be borne by the developer;
(c) Council retains the right to have the signs repositioned or removed without costs;
(d) a report be submitted to Council at the end of the trial period for further consideration, together with a policy statement governing the future use of this and similar signage.
The three month trial period has now concluded. This report examines, as resolved by Council, the results of the trial period and offers a policy statement should Council choose to formally introduce the sign style.
Trial Period
Two signs were erected by Claude Neon.
1. In the Ocean Reef Road median strip at the Edgewater Drive junction. This sign advertised the Edgewater Shopping Centre. Community messages were attached referring to the City Centre for west bound traffic and Wangara Industrial Centre for east bound traffic.
2. In the Whitford Avenue median strip at the Eddystone Avenue junction. The sign depicted the Craigie Plaza Shopping Centre. Community messages were attached referring to Wanneroo Water World for east bound traffic and a general alert "drive safely", for west bound traffic.
It should be noted that there were no community facilities located in either Edgewater Drive or Eddystone Avenue.
Local newspapers contained a feature article at the commencement of the trial. In view of the high profile of these facilities, it was surprising to note that only one resident/motorist contacted the office to comment. On the other hand, business houses, particularly shopping centres, expressed a keenness to participate.
Discussions have been held with the Cities of Gosnells, Canning and Melville about ratepayer attitudes and a similar "no reaction" circumstance applies. The following sign numbers are erected in those municipalities:
Canning 10
Gosnells 12
Melville 18
The trial period can, therefore, be construed as reflecting passive acceptance of the idea.
Should the introduction of the illuminated directional advertising signs be approved by Council, a clear policy statement will need to be formulated. It is therefore suggested that the following criteria become the foundation of approvals:
64 The signage must offer a directional function as opposed to using the road reserve for blatant advertising. Signage should not be located directly adjoining business being advertised, but be positioned on a major road to direct motorists to the business.
65 Traffic hazards to be eliminated. The Main Roads Department has produced a document "Guidelines on the Siting of Illuminated Street Name Signs" to assist Local Government with the siting of these signs. These "Guidelines", as shown at Attachment 1, are recommended for siting of these signs in the City of Wanneroo.
66 Sign proliferation should be restricted. It is envisaged that signs should be restricted to the primary and district distributor roads such as Marmion Avenue, Beach Road, Warwick Road, Hepburn Avenue, Whitford Avenue, and Ocean Reef Road.
Lesser road categories (local distributor and access roads) normally contain lot frontage and are unlikely to be acceptable in a local community. Furthermore, the location of signs in this category of roads will dilute the directional function and promote direct advertising in the road reserve.
Council should be cognizant of the fact that road reserves are a sensitive issue for many ratepayers. The number of calls received at the Engineering Department for signage removal testify to this remark. The introduction of illuminated signs may not appeal to all ratepayers even though a trial period has been conducted.
67 Apart from restricting signs to district distributor roads, as suggested in (3) above, proliferation of signs at a chosen site must also be resisted. One (1) illuminated sign at each junction/intersection should become policy. Furthermore, on-site inspections of existing signs in other municipalities revealed that approval for dual or multiple signage should be denied.
68 Where appropriate, the community message section of signs should incorporate direction to a public facility and, not necessarily, a Council venue, eg Hillarys Boat Harbour.
69 Council's existing directional advertising sign policy (fingerboard signs) caters for a maximum of five signs per stack. These signs are general in content, eg shopping centre, medical centre, veterinary clinic and will not conflict with the proposed illuminated signage, eg Craigie Plaza Shopping Centre, which is specific in content. Any existing fingerboard signage will simply be removed on erection of an illuminated sign aimed at the same destination. Business cannot apply both types of signage to the same destination.
70 All signs should be the subject of individual reports to Council through its Technical Services Committee.
A 'modus operandi' governing approvals is also necessary. This will assist Council in its decision making process and the applicant, in preparing a submission to Council.
While the three month trial was arranged through Claude Neon, Council is advised that there are a number of other sign companies, such as Magic Signs and Perth Sign Company, interested in providing illuminated directional advertising signs in the City of Wanneroo.
Should Council proceed with the proposal to allow illuminated directional advertising signs in the road reserves, then two options for controlling the installation of signs, as outlined below, need to be considered.
1 LICENCE OF SIGNS - SEVERAL SIGN COMPANIES
This option allows for all sign companies to participate subject to an application for each sign being approved by Council. The procedural arrangements, as outlined at Attachment 2, would need to be specified as part of this option.
2 CONTRACT - SINGLE SIGN COMPANY
This option allows for Tenders to be called by Council and a Deed of Agreement prepared between Council and a single sign company for the sole right to erect and maintain illuminated directional advertising signs for a period of say 5 years with an option for a further 5 years.
The Cities of Gosnells, Canning and Melville operate on a Deed of Agreement with Claude Neon Ltd.
The conditions applicable to a Deed of Agreement would be along the lines of those outlined at Attachment 2 for the Licence of Signs proposal.
On a similar basis, Council called tenders in 1984 for the installation of streetside benches depicting advertising and awarded a contract to Street Side Advertising for 3 years. This contract with Street Side Advertising has been extended for a further six years and currently the following is provided by the company:
(i) 60 benches depicting advertisements
(ii) 60 benches to be located by the City Engineer
(iii) Annual payment $70/bench -- $4,200
It is interesting to note that the annual rental received for illuminated directional advertising signs by the Cities of Gosnells, Canning and Melville ranges from $120 to $180/year per sign. The financial benefits to Councils for allowing illuminated directional advertising signs in road reserves is not substantial.
Comment
The City of Stirling called for expressions of interest in August 1992 for a trial of illuminated street advertising signs. Following an evaluation of the submissions, the City of Stirling resolved that no trial of illuminated street advertising signs be proceeded with and no further action be taken on this matter. It is also understood that the City of Stirling has resolved not to renew its current contracts for litter bin and street furniture advertising with a view of phasing out this method of advertising.
The City of Armadale agreed to a trial period, but resolved to abandon the project as the commercial criteria on where signs should be placed was at variance to the City's criteria.
Regulation 7 (1)(b) of the Main Roads (Control of Signs) Regulation 1983 prohibits the use of advertising signs in Main Roads Reserves. This regulation would prohibit the use of signs in Wanneroo Road. In addition, the Road Classification Review currently being undertaken by Main Roads Department in conjunction with Local Government and Department of Planning and Urban Development, may result in Marmion Avenue, between Beach Road and Ocean Reef Road, becoming the responsibility of Main Roads Department. Signs should not be allowed on this road until the Road Classification Review is finalised.
Conclusions
Although there were no objections to the signs during the three month trial period, the installation of illuminated directional advertising signs in the road reserve is still not supported for a number of reasons.
71 The road reserve, being Crown Land, is the domain of the public and should remain clear of specific advertisements. This philosophical overview is also shared by the Main Roads Department.
Council policy in regard to directional signage embraces the above philosophy. All fingerboard signage is general in nature, eg Medical Centre, Shopping Centre etc, without identifying a specific business activity.
72 Existing street name plates on distributor roads are placed a minimum 100 metres in advance of junctions/intersections. They reflect and enable the motorist to prepare well in advance for any required turning movement. The proposed pylon signs are located at junctions and are observed to be less effective in advance warning.
73 It is the advertised facility on these pylon signs that attracts the motorist's attention. Council will be aware of the efforts made over the past year to remove signs from its road reserves and exhort business proprietors to erect pylon signs on their property in accordance with the Hoardings and Pylon Signs By-laws. Many have applied to the Building Department for pylon sign registration.
Relaxation of policy to embrace the road reserve for such signage would be counter productive and is likely to result in increased pressure to relax the current sign provisions on private land.
74 Junction/intersection locations will be selective. The need for street name plates is a secondary consideration to the need for choosing commercially viable sites. Community benefits are questionable at these sites and they do not necessarily correspond to locations where they would provide a genuine service to the residents.
75 Major and regional shopping centres are located on major roads. Additional directional signage is superfluous and unnecessary. Lesser shopping centres cater for localised area usage and the sites are, therefore, well known. Any business relying on passing trade is smaller in nature and would not be accommodated by the pylon sign.
76 The financial benefit to Council is minimal with an annual rental of $5,400 likely for thirty signs. The aesthetics of road reserves and maintenance of an accepted sign hierarchy outweigh the small annual payment to Council.
In recent years Council has expended substantial funds on the Green Plan and the undergrounding of power lines and closely administered its Directional Advertising Sign Policy to improve the aesthetics of road reserves. It is considered that the installation of illuminated directional advertising signs will detract from these efforts.
The existing sign hierarchy offers motorists a complete directional service from the distributor road through to the local road in which the facility, eg veterinary clinic, is located.
The installation of pylon signs at selective, commercially viable sites would distract from the current consistency and coherency in the City's hierarchy of signs.
However, should Council resolve to allow the installation of illuminated directional advertising signs in road reserves, then its current policy on Directional Advertising Signs, as shown on Attachment 3, will need to be amended accordingly. Council would also need to resolve which of the two options for controlling the installation of signs it wishes to institute.
Option 1 allows for a number of sign companies to participate and may result in lower advertising rates to be negotiated by businesses in Wanneroo. This is seen as an advantage in reducing costs to these businesses. Care will, however, need to be taken to ensure that the street name component of the signs is uniform. Council will need to determine an annual rental and it should be in excess of those currently paid to other local authorities.
Option 2 allows for a single sign company to negotiate direct with businesses with the annual rental fee determined more by the sign company than by market forces. The annual rental paid to Council will be determined by the tender submissions.
Submitted for direction.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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CONDITIONS FOR ILLUMINATED DIRECTIONAL ADVERTISING SIGNS
Dimensions The "Guidelines" specify a maximum advertising component of 1.75m2 and letter height in the street name component and community message of 100mm for 60 Km/hr zone and 120mm for a 70 Km/hr zone.
Location Median strips of primary and district distributor roads, etc.
Ownership The signs shall always remain the property of the Company and all costs associated with maintenance, advertising, operating and electricity utility charges shall be the responsibility of the Company.
Approval Prior to erection, a Company must submit in writing a proposal for:
(i) development approval, and
(ii) sign licence.
Included with the above will be a plan depicting exact location and details of the sponsor and community message signage.
SECWA All signs to be in accordance with SECWA codes and standards.
MRD Since the Commissioner of Main Roads is the sole traffic sign erecting authority for the State, it follows that his permission must be obtained prior to the erection of an illuminated directional advertising sign on a Local Government road if the sign contains any word, phrase or direction that can be construed as giving directional guidance or an instruction to drivers.
Maintenance All maintenance at the Company's cost and to be undertaken within 14 days of the receipt of written advice from the City Engineer.
Application An administration charge of $100 must accompany Fee each application. These monies will cover administration responsibilities including report preparation. A similar fee level applies to applications through the town Planning Department for residential development.
Rental The Company shall pay to Council a month's rental in respect to each prescribed sign erected, payable 12 monthly in advance on 1 July in each year. The payment amount would need to be negotiated based on market forces and be adjusted annually based on a percentage increase equal to the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index. (Perth All Groups)
Licence Fee The licence fee shall be paid in accordance with the scale of fees for an "Illuminated Sign - Other" as scheduled in the By-laws relating to Signs, Hoardings and Bill Posting. It shall be payable on the first day of July in each year of operation and is currently $15 per sign.
Licence Period The licence shall be valid for such term not exceeding five years from the date of issue. A licence may be renewed by Council from time to time for a further period or periods from the date of expiration on payment of the prescribed annual fee.
Public Risk The Company shall, before proceeding with the installation of any of the prescribed signs, procure at its own expense a Public Risk Policy in the amount of Twenty-five million dollars ($25,000,000.00) and shall maintain the policy and pay all premiums thereof.
Indemnity Proof of payment will be requested to indemnify the Council from and against all claims, demands, action suits and proceedings brought or to be brought against the Council arising from or out of the prescribed signs, including the manufacture installation, defective maintenance and/or defective materials of or in the prescribed signs and/or works or excavations and/or obstructions caused by the installation.
SECWA Charges The Company shall pay the estimated cost of electricity consumed by the prescribed signs as calculated by SECWA.
Road Works All under road cable connections to be 'Thrust Bored' where possible. Any necessary road works shall be carried out by the Company at its expense in accordance with Council policy and specification for Road Crossings and Repairs.
Future Road Council may request the Company to relocate Works
signs where road works necessitate. The cost of any such relocation shall be borne by the Company.
Sign Removal Where a sign, for whatever reason, is rendered unsafe or constitutes a traffic hazard in the opinion of the City Engineer, then the company, within 7 days of the receipt of written notification, must render the sign safe to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Where a company fails to act, then appropriate action may be initiated at the company's expense.
Services It shall be the responsibility of the Company to conduct all searches and enquiries to establish, prior to the erection of any signs, the whereabouts of any utility services including Telecom, SECWA and WAWA. The Company shall be responsible for any damage to utility services resulting from sign installation.
Vacant Space on In the event that the Company's contract with Sponsors' Signs its client is terminated or expired, it is the responsibility of the Company to either dismantle the sign or submit another application for development approval and sign licence.
CURRENT POLICY
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(a) Urban Area
(i) Signing shall be provided for public guidance as to the location of places of public assembly such as schools, shopping centres, homes for the aged, hospitals, sporting facilities, churches, libraries, Council facilities, medical services and veterinary clinics.
(ii) No more than five signs shall be located at any one location and the street name shall be placed at the top of the stack.
(iii) No signs are to be erected adjacent to the facility. A sign however is permitted on site.
(iv) Unless otherwise directed by Council, all directional signs are to be erected and maintained at the expense of the applicant and only erected by Council.
(v) An annual service fee shall be charged in accordance with the "Hoarding" charge in the "Signs, Hoardings and Bill Posting By-Laws" for all approvals dealing with signing to commercial activities.
(vi) Applications are to be in writing and approved by the City Engineer prior to assessment of fees.
(vii)
Specification of sign to be white lettering on blue background with the sign plate to be in accordance with the specification for annual supplies. Arterial roads to have 200 mm finger plates placed 100 metres minimum prior to the junction and local roads 150 mm finger plates to be placed at the junction.
(viii) Legend to be standardised for the urban area, eg shopping centres, medical etc, with no business names appearing on the sign.
(ix) Signing on arterial roads shall be limited to one signed route from any arterial road with such signing restricted to a maximum of two arterial roads.
(x) Signing on local streets shall be limited to four such signs.
(xi) The Stores Supervisor is empowered to collect a $15.00 per sign impounding fee for the return of signs collected by the City workforce, and any signs held in the Depot Compound longer than a 30 day period shall be removed to the tip site.
(xii) Zoned areas shall be signed as a general area and no further signing will be permitted. (eg Wangara Estate, Flynn Drive Industrial area).
(xiii) Signs shall be erected on a single pole where there is the street name and a maximum of two directional signs. Where there are more than this they shall be erected on two poles. In this respect, the fingerboard signs shall be a standard length so that in the long term it shall be possible to convert the single pole to a double pole situation.
(b) Rural Areas
The signing for rural areas shall be in accordance with the urban areas except that the arterial roads shall be the important collector roads servicing the area. These roads shall be determined and amended as necessary by the City Engineer.
Approval will be granted for signs indicating rural produce where the applicant holds a current stallholder's licence.
(c) Wanneroo Road
Requests for signs in Wanneroo Road must conform to the specification detailed in the Main Roads Department interim policy and any such requests must be referred to that Department for approval.
(d) Tourist facilities shall be signed throughout the area in accordance with the standard sign devised by the Main Roads Department. Such a sign shall be located only at road junctions and in locations as determined by the City Engineer. For legends of tourist signs, the commercial legend shall be permitted when that name gives an accurate description of the facility. Tourist signs shall be provided by Council at no charge to the organisation benefiting from that sign.
(e) Temporary Bill Board Signs
(i) Temporary bill board signs shall be refused for permanent businesses.
(ii) Temporary bill board signs shall only be allowed for temporary businesses with licensed operators. Signs shall only be erected when the business is operating.
(f) Temporary Signs - Land Auction or Land Sale
Approval is granted for the erection of temporary signs on the understanding that the signs are removed on completion of the auction.
(g) Advertising Signs in Road Reserve
It is Council's policy to prohibit bus seat and bus shelter advertising in the road reserve.
(h) Temporary Advertising Signs on Road Reserves
Temporary advertising signs shall be permitted for non-profit organisations, with a bond of $50.00 payable on approval (to cover the cost of removal of the signs where necessary).
(i) Service Clubs Signs
These signs shall be allowed to be erected in the road reserve adjacent to the facility where the Club meets, provided the site for the sign is approved by the City Engineer.
(j) Land Estates Development
Developers are entitled to finger board signage in a road reserve/s indicating the marketed name of the land release. The signs will be removed on completion of land sales or at the discretion of the City Engineer. Sign dimension, colour, location and number per stack shall be determined by the City Engineer.
(k) Industrial Estates
(i) Existing Businesses. A 12 month moratorium be granted to enable all existing signage to be removed and replaced with pylon signage in accordance with the current By-Laws for Signs, Hoardings and Billposting.
A single, temporary sign depicting businesses operating from a property to be allowed in the road reserve abutting the property, other than arterial road reserves, for the duration of the moratorium, subject to:
(a) the maximum width of the sign being 1m with a depth of 200mm for each business name to a maximum depth of 1.8m;
(b) the location of the signs in the road reserve being to the satisfaction of the City Engineer;
(c) the signs being removed from the road reserve each evening;
(ii) New Businesses. All signage for new enterprises to be controlled through the development approval process, which will take cognisance of the current By-Laws for Signs, Hoardings and Billposting;
(iii) Business Changeover. Temporary signs may be located in the road reserve for a three month period, for new tenants in multi-unit premises. The signs shall have a maximum area of 0.5 square metres and not relate to seasonal or temporary businesses. A $100 bond will be lodged with Council by the owner to ensure removal at the conclusion of the 3 month period.
H10227
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10227
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 202-1-2
SUBJECT: TENTH NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON WASTE MANAGEMENT
The Tenth National Conference on Waste Management is to be held at the Sheraton Perth Hotel, Perth from 3-5 March 1993.
The Theme of the Conference is "Waste Management - The Essential Investment". Some 24 papers and 12 workshop papers on Recycling/Waste Minimisation and Landfill/Disposal will be presented at the conference.
The lst Pacific Rim Waste Man Ex (Equipment and Technology Exhibition) will also be held in conjunction with the conference.
A copy of the draft programme is attached for Council's information.
The full registration is $625 and covers attendances at all conference sessions, lunches and official dinner, one set of conference papers and meet the overseas invited speakers' sessions.
It is important that Council keeps informed on the latest information on Waste Management issues and the attendance of a Councillor at this conference is recommended.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
77 nominates interested Councillors to attend the Tenth National Conference on Waste Management to be held at the Sheraton Perth Hotel, Perth from 3-5 March 1993;
78 authorises the payment of the conference registration fee from Allocation - Members' Conference Expenses.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10228
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO H10228
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY ENGINEER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 202-1-2
SUBJECT: 10TH STATE CONFERENCE
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENGINEERS' ASSOCIATION OF WA
The 10th State Conference of the Local Government Engineers' Association is to be held from Tuesday, 9 March to Friday, 12 March 1993 at Observation City Resort Hotel, Scarborough.
The Theme of the Conference is "Managing Change in Local Government" with sessions focusing on the following management issues:
79 Administration and training systems to assist with management decisions.
80 Water quality and stormwater disposal.
81 Refuse collection and disposal.
82 Local area traffic.
83 Plant and equipment.
84 Infrastructure.
The full registration is $425 and covers attendance at all conference sessions, one set of papers, all luncheons, morning and afternoon teas and attendance at the Conference Dinner.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
1. nominates an interested Councillor to attend the 10th State Conference of the Local Government Engineers' Association of WA to be held at Observation City Resort Hotel, Scarborough from 9-12 March 1993;
2. authorises the payment of the registration fee from Allocation - Members' Conference Expenses.
R T McNALLY
City Engineer
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H10229
CITY OF WANNEROO : REPORT NO H10229
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 201-0
SUBJECT: MONTHLY REPORT - BUILDING DEPARTMENT
BUILDING CONTROL BRANCH
STATISTICS
A summary of the building licenses for the month of December 1992 is shown on Attachment A. A 4 year comparison is shown on Attachment B. The number of permits issued in December 1992 was 20% more than the number of permits issued in December 1991 and the value was 52% more. Compared to the four year average, the number of permits is 113% and the value is 138%.
A summary of the building licenses for the month of January 1992 is shown on Attachment A1. A 4 year comparison is shown on Attachment B. The number of permits issued in January 1993 was 26% more than the number of permits issued in January 1992 and the value was 14% less. Compared to the four year average, the number of permits is 127% and the value is 84%.
The financial analysis of licence receipts is set out below:
1992/93 1991/92 1992/93 1991/92
Month's Month's Year to Date Y-T-D
Month Actual Budgeted Actual Actual Budgeted Actual
$ $ $ $ $ $
JUL 171,517 78,300 40,117 171,517 78,300 40,117
AUG 102,011 83,600 121,441 273,528 161,900 81,324
SEPT 117,867 86,300 190,333 391,395 248,200 68,892
OCT 126,888 94,400 284,143 518,283 342,600 93,810
NOV 116,517 91,700 356,103 634,800 434,300 71,960
DEC 118,009 75,300 431,672 752,809 509,600 75,569
JAN 91,331 61,700 494,667 844,140 571,300 62,995
Actual year-to-date receipts to the end of January 1993 are 48% more than the budgeted receipts.
The number of permits approved from July 1992 to January 1993 was 19% more than in July 1991 to January 1992 and the value was 44% more.
NOTICES AND PROSECUTIONS
|Unauthorised Non-complying Pergola |Background: File No. 1115/332/20 |
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|Lot 332 (20) Gayford Way, Girrawheen |As a result of a complaint from adjoining owners, an inspection of Lot 332 (20) |
| |Gayford Way, Girrawheen on 29 September 1992, revealed that an unauthorised pergola|
|Noeline Lynn Soia |was being constructed in a non-complying location. |
|Robert Soia | |
| |Council requires that a pergola constructed adjacent to the boundary of an |
| |adjoining property shall be a minimum distance of 500 from the boundary in |
| |accordance with the requirements of the Building Code of Australia. |
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| |A site instruction was served on the owners requiring the structure to be removed. |
| |An inspection on 19 October 1992 revealed that no action had been taken. A letter |
| |was sent to the owners requesting compliance with the Site Instruction. |
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| |Following a further inspection on 3 December, 1992, the owners advised that they |
| |would lodge a building application showing the pergola in its existing location and|
| |following Council's refusal, would appeal to the Minister for Local Government. At |
| |the date of the preparation of this report, an application had not been received. |
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| |Background: File No: 556/316/129 |
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| |At its December meeting Council resolved to prosecute the owner of Lot 316 (129) |
| |Cassilda Way, Two Rocks, for carrying out construction works without collecting the|
| |building licence. |
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| |A satisfactory explanation was given by the owner and he has agreed to pay |
| |solicitor's costs of $184.20. The licence has now been validated. |
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|Construction works without a building licence | |
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|Lot 316 (129) Cassilda Way, TWO ROCKS | |
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|Mr E R Hewett, | |
PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL INFRINGEMENTS
The owners of the following properties were prosecuted for failing to bring their pool enclosures into compliance with the Building Amendments Act 1992. All the owners chose to have their case heard in a Court rather than pay the Infringement Notice Penalty fee of $75.00.
FINES COSTS
Lot 337 (16) Seabird Place, Craigie $75.00 $55.60
(Joint Owners) 75.00 55.60
Lot 898 (35) Allinson Drive, Girrawheen 50.00 75.60
(Joint Owners) 50.00 75.60
Lot 117 (8) Jessel Place, Duncraig 75.00 60.00
(Joint Owners) 75.00 60.00
Lot 412 (37) Nanovich Avenue, Girrawheen 75.00 60.00
(Joint Owners) 75.00 60.00
Lot 798 (25) Fenellia Crescent, Craigie 50.00 55.00
(Joint Owners) 50.00 55.00
Lot 327 (2) Newtown Grove, Beldon 75.00 55.60
(Joint Owners) 75.00 55.60
Lot 69 (16) Ulric Court, Duncraig 75.00 60.00
Lot 369 (3) Hasper Place, Marmion 75.00 60.00
(Joint Owners) 75.00 60.00
Lot 69 (5) Todea Court, Duncraig 150.00 85.00
BUILDING CONTROL ACTIVITY
In December 1992 548 building applications were received and 551 building licenses were prepared for issue. Eleven site instructions for building infringements were issued and three matters were satisfactorily resolved.
Swimming pool inspections resulted in 13 site instructions issued and five matters were resolved from 134 inspections. 35 site visits were carried out for advice to ratepayers and builders.
Total inspection-related functions carried out by the Building Control Section numbered 4146.
In January 553 building applications were received and 477 building licenses were prepared for issue. 12 site instructions for building infringements were issued and 9 matters were satisfactorily resolved.
Swimming pool inspections resulted in 13 site instructions issued and 19 matters were resolved from 251 inspections. 303 site visits were carried out for advice to ratepayers and builders.
Total inspection-related functions carried out by the Building Control Section numbered 4936.
COUNCIL BUILDINGS WORKS PROGRAMME
The Building Works Programme for 1992/93 is set out in Attachment C.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
a) endorses the action taken in relation to the issuing of Licenses as set out in Attachment A to Report H10229;
b) serve a Notice under Section 401 (1)(c) of the Local Government Act on the owners of Lot 332 (20) Gayford Way, Girrawheen, requiring that the unauthorised, non-complying pergola structure be removed.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
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H10230
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10230
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 680-0
SUBJECT: WANNEROO WATER WORLD - PROPOSAL TO SUPPLY DIGESTER GAS
The Water Authority of Western Australia recently commissioned a study to consider uses for digester gas (methane rich gas) that is now available following the recent commissioning of a sludge digestion process at the Beenyup Wastewater Treatment Plant. The study, completed in December 1992, proposed that the gas could be sold to a nearby gas consumer such as Wanneroo Water World.
The viability of such a project depends on the securing of long term supply contracts and consideration of Wanneroo Water World's long term viability as a consumer of digester gas.
The Water Authority seek Council's participation in this renewable energy resource venture which promises considerable savings to both the Council and the Water Authority. The project has been estimated at approximately $443,000.00 and would comprise:
- Gas Compressor System
- Gas pipeline (1.7km)
- Gas Metering Stations (3 off)
- Gas Burner Modifications (Dual Fired)
- Project Management and Design
- Commissioning
Preliminary estimates indicate that there is a possibility of substantial cost savings. However more work needs to be done to determine how viable the project might be, in particular the consideration of how the capital costs might be accommodated and the price of the gas. It would be necessary for Council to engage consultants to advise on the technical implications.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
1 advises the Water Authority of Western Australia it will participate in an evaluation of their proposal to supply digester gas to Wanneroo Water World;
2 appoints consultants to advise Council on the technical aspects associated with this project.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
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H10231
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10231
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
CITY RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES MANAGER
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 219-1
SUBJECT: PYLON SIGNS TO RECREATION CENTRES
The 1992/93 budget includes amounts for the supply and installation of "Direction" signs to Wanneroo Recreation Centre, Yanchep Recreation Centre, Sorrento/Duncraig Recreation Centre, Whitford Recreation Centre, Girrawheen Recreation Centre, Ocean Ridge Recreation Centre and the Wanneroo Function Centre.
The basic artwork, the "Hero" figure referred to the Occasional Committee in January 1993, has formed the basis for the illuminated pylon signs for the recreation facilities. It is proposed that each centre have a pylon sign located at the lot or reserve boundary displaying the "Hero" figure and the name of the facility. The repetition of the logo becomes a corporate symbol for all recreation facilities throughout the City.
As Whitford Recreation Centre is due for demolition in the near future, it is proposed that the money allocated for this facility be reallocated to the Warwick Leisure Centre. It is also proposed that the pylon direction signs at this stage be limited to major recreation facilities, and that consequently the money allocated to the Wanneroo Function Centre be reallocated to Aquamotion.
For budget purposes, two sign manufacturers were approached to design and offer prices on 8 signs. The designs offered vary enormously from the very simple sign designed by Wilsons Engraving Works to the more robust (and hence lower maintenance) but more elaborate sign offered by Magic Signs. Both designs are easily readable and contain all the elements required for the direction signs. (See attachment A). It should be noted that both designs are copyright and cannot be offered as a basis for tender to other sign manufacturers.
BUDGET
The amounts budgeted are:
Wanneroo Recreation Centre $ 2,500.00
Yanchep Recreation Centre $ 2,368.00
Sorrento/Duncraig Recreation Centre $ 2,500.00
Whitford Recreation Centre (proposed
for Warwick Leisure Centre) $ 2,500.00
Girrawheen Recreation Centre $ 2,500.00
Ocean Ridge Recreation Centre $ 2,500.00
Wanneroo Function Centre (proposed
for Aquamotion) $ 2,500.00
Total budget $17,368.00
Wilsons Engraving Works
8 signs @ $2,500.00 each
(7 as above plus Craigie Leisure Centre) $20,000.00
Electrical connection (by others)
8 signs @ $900.00 each $ 7,200.00
$27,200.00
Contingency (10%) $ 2,720.00
$29,920.00
Budget Shortfall $12,552.00
Magic Signs
8 signs @ $3,477.00 each
(7 as above plus Craigie Leisure Centre) $27,816.00
Electrical connection (by others)
8 signs @ $900.00 each $ 7,200.00
$35,016.00
$38,156.00
Contingency (10%) $ 3,500.00
Budget Shortfall $21,148.00
The cost of producing less than 8 signs would result in a slightly higher cost per sign (Magic Signs have quoted $3,919.00 per individual sign).
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
8. accepts in principle a pylon sign containing the name of the recreation facility and the "Hero" figure for each of Wanneroo, Yanchep, Sorrento/Duncraig, Girrawheen and Ocean Ridge Recreation Centres, Warwick and Craigie Leisure Centres and Aquamotion;
9. authorises the calling of tenders for the design, manufacture and installation of pylon signs on the basis of:
- each sign costing approximately $2,500.00 each;
- the manufacturer being responsible for gaining sign licence(s) for the signs;
- electrical connection being by other than the sign manufacturer;
10. refers the budget shortfall of $12,552.00 to the Finance and Administrative Resources Committee.
R FISCHER R BANHAM
City Building Surveyor City Recreation and Cultural
Services Manager
PW:HW
bre02020
H10232
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10232
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 441-1
SUBJECT: SCOUT ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA
The June 1992 meeting of Council sought a report to the Technical Services Committee regarding the cost and feasibility of erecting or donating a hall to the Scout Association of Australia for use by the 1st Beldon Scouts.
About the time Council received this request numerous requests were made to various parties seeking support for the 1st Beldon Scout Group's proposal. In June the Mayor advised the Scout Group that Council had a comprehensive policy in regard to Scout development in the City which required extensive consultation with the District Commissioner and the Scout Association. The policy requires that all requests for facilities be directed through the District Commissioner. This is to ensure that the needs of the district can be fully investigated and priorities set.
To date no response has been received from either the District Commissioner or the 1st Beldon Scout Group. Accordingly, it is appropriate that no further action be taken with respect to this item at this time.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
RF:HW
bre02010
H10233
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10233
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 061-285-6
SUBJECT: UNDERCROFT BRIDGE CLUB - PROPOSED FACILITIES
BACKGROUND
Council, at its August 1992 meeting, agreed to the location of the proposed building for the Undercroft Bridge Club south of the Football/Teeball clubrooms on Percy Doyle Reserve (G10828 refers).
The site was chosen after assessment of other sites including one between the Mildenhall Senior Citizens' Centre and the main carpark. This site was rejected as it was the only site suitable for a future major facility such as a community hall or arts complex on Percy Doyle Reserve.
An assessment of the reserve drainage and requirements by the City Engineer reveals that it is necessary to expand the drainage sump next to Mildenhall and to construct a further drainage sump next to Marmion Avenue. This reduces the site so that it is no longer suitable for a major facility. Accordingly, it may be considered for the Undercroft Bridge Club.
PROPOSAL
A sketch plan has been prepared which locates the building east of the Senior Citizens' Centre and north of the sump site, see attachment A.
The Acting City Recreation and Cultural Services Manager and the Welfare Co-ordinator, advise that they support the re-siting of the Undercroft Bridge Club adjacent to the Mildenhall Senior Citizens' Centre. Discussions have also been held with the President of the Mildenhall Senior Citizens' Club. He advised the following concerns:
Parking
Currently carparking around the Senior Citizens' Club is limited so that a number of members need to park in the main reserve carpark. He is concerned that the Bridge Club members may park to the detriment of the Senior Citizens' club members.
There are two issues, parking in the main carpark, which can be solved by the erection of signs nominating Senior Citizens' and Bridge Club carparking, and lack of parking at the Senior Citizens' Club. A major impediment to improving the carparking is the location of a septic tank system servicing the Meals on Wheels kitchen. The connection of the Duncraig Hall to sewer provides the opportunity to connect the kitchen and modify the carparking. Funding for this could be considered in the 1993/94 draft budget.
Landscaping
The existing area provides a pleasant outdoor area. The president wishes to retain the beauty of the area. An assurance has been given that the building would be landscaped as part of the works.
The Undercroft Bridge Club advise they favour the site adjacent to the Senior Citizens' site.
FINANCIAL SCHEME
The financial scheme for the project has now been confirmed as:
Income
Federal Government Grant $100,000.00
State Government Grant (after 1/7/93) $ 35,000.00
Loan $ 30,250.00
* Club Contribution $ 35,000.00
Total $200,250.00
Expenditure
Estimated building cost including fees etc. $200,000.00
Balance NIL
* The club have some funds invested which will not mature until after the works commence. Accordingly arrangements have been made with the City Treasurer for lodgement of the funds.
The club have also endorsed the sketch plan for the Clubroom and basically agreed to the draft standard lease and are in the process of finalising it.
TIMETABLE
Subject to Council endorsement, it is proposed that the project will be documented during March, tendered in April so that Council can award the contract at its May meeting. The building could then be completed by the end of September 1993.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
1 endorses the sketch plans and location adjacent to the sump site and main carpark, Percy Doyle Reserve;
2 authorises the documentation and tender of the project.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
RF:HW
bre02005
H10234
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10234
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 061-149-2
SUBJECT: QUINNS ROCKS COMMUNITY CARE AND RECREATION CENTRE, GUMBLOSSOM RESERVE
Council, in its 1992/93 budget, allocated $200,000 part funding for the construction of a multi-purpose facility to service the Recreation and Senior Citizen's needs in the Quinns Rocks area. During budget discussions, it was proposed that the project would be funded over two financial years and that grant funds should be sought.
Discussions have been held within Council to determine the present requirements for Gumblossom Reserve. This site, which is a recreation reserve, is favoured by the Senior Citizens in Quinns Rocks as any additional development would be seen as complementing the existing Gumblossom Hall.
The proposal incorporates the requirements of area user groups and is seen as a multi-purpose facility catering for the Quinns Rocks area.
The proposal shown at attachment 'A' provides:
. a day centre for the frail aged activities - area 1;
. podiatry clinic, hairdressing room, sick bay office, all off a waiting room;
. lounge with a Manager's Office off foyer 2;
. activities area 2 for arts and crafts and playgroups;
. activities area 3 for craft activities;
. activities area 4 primarily for dining and has kitchen adjoining (meals on wheels bus for northern area);
. separately accessed child health clinic;
. toilets for able and disabled and storage area for activities room and furniture;
. new car park - see attachment 'A'.
The facilities will, on completion of the addition, be similar in scope to the Greenwood/Warwick Community Care Centre with the addition of a child health clinic.
The estimated cost of the additions are:
Building $350,000.00
Parking $ 30,000.00
Services $ 33,000.00
Landscaping $ 25,000.00
Furniture $ 30,000.00
Fees $ 17,000.00
Contingency $ 15,000.00
Total $500,000.00
The proposal is eligible for a grant from the Health Department via the Home and Community Care Programme and an application has been lodged requesting $100,000.00 contribution to offset the day centre component of this development.
In addition, a grant of $150,000.00 is being sought from the Lotteries Commission.
Discussions have been held with Mr F Sweeney representing both the Senior Citizens and the Recreation Association. He advises:
"The general consensus of opinion is that it in no way fills the requirements for our area. All agreed that the location was unsatisfactory. The size of the rooms, ie Lounge and Dining Areas for the number of persons in the largest active group (Senior Citizens) is totally inadequate.
The request was also made when the first discussion took place that a games room was a necessary requirement as we have 3 pool tables at present that are extensively used and have a new 3/4 table on order that will require to be set up in a permanent position, also a table tennis table, but this request was totally ignored.
The general feeling is that the new building should be attached to as an extension to Gumblossom Hall so that they can be used either collectively or separately so as to not fragment the larger groups when using the facility."
The plans have been prepared in consultation with both Recreation and Welfare staff, who have endorsed them, and are of similar size and design to existing comparable facilities with the exception of the games room. Nonetheless discussions are proceeding with representatives from the Senior Citizens and Recreation Association. Further information will be provided to the Committee along with a recommendation.
Submitted for information
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
RF:HW
bre02007
H10235
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10235
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 312 - 1
SUBJECT: RELOCATING HOUSES
BUILDING NOTE N0: 48
A building note has been received from Mr J Lynch, the Executive Director of the Department of Local Government in respect to relocating houses. The Department has received a number of complaints from home owners and from industry in relation to the application of regulations applying to the relocation of existing houses.
To assist Councils in processing applications involving proposals to relocate houses in their particular municipality, the following guidelines and information have been prepared.
This incorporates the relevant sections of the Local Government Act, Building Regulations 1989 and the Building Code of Australia, which are appropriate for enabling Councils to control matters that have been creating problems and confusion throughout the industry.
REGULATION
The Department suggests that relocated houses be treated no differently from other houses that are proposed to be constructed on site in the traditional manner.
The Building Code of Australia, the Local Government Act and other Acts apply as for the construction of any other new dwelling.
This means that regulations controlling Demolition and Building Licences, Plans and Specifications, Engineers Certificates, termite treatment, connection to services and completion within a reasonable etc. all apply.
Councils and home owners should be aware that the Home Buildings Contracts Act may also apply in some cases.
The Building Note addresses the standard regulations which normally apply.
BONDS
The Department has a legal opinion that Councils do not have the power to levy a bond against the construction of relocated houses. The Department is aware that some Councils have been attaching a condition to a building licence requiring payment of a bond. In the event that a prospective builder appeals against this condition the Department is likely to recommend to the Minister that the appeal be upheld.
ZONING
The Department is aware that some Councils are using Town Planning Schemes to prevent the erection of transported houses in certain areas of their municipality. This is a Planning matter, not a Building matter.
COUNCIL POLICY
Council currently has a Policy which requires the payment of a $1,500 Bond which is released in three payments when the City Building Surveyor and the Chief Environmental Officer are satisfied that phases of the reconstruction are satisfactory.
The reason the Bond was applied was because once a second hand dwelling had been relocated on a property, it was very difficult to force the owner to complete the dwelling to the necessary standards.
It now appears that Council's Policy on second hand dwellings must be repealed in light of the legal opinion obtained by the Department of Local Government.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council repeal its Policy on Second Hand Dwellings and treat any future applications for such dwellings in the normal manner applicable to houses that are constructed on site in the traditional manner.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
LC:HW
bre02008
H10236
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10236
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 057-4 c 057-1
SUBJECT: YELLOGONGA REGIONAL PARK - L.E.A.P. ACCOMMODATION
The Friends of Yellogonga Regional Park have written to Council advising they, in conjunction with the Kingsley/Woodvale Recreation Association, are able to receive joint Federal and State funding to train 15 unemployed youth in conservation work.
The intention of the project is to offer the youths activities and formal training in wetland and bushland preservation and regeneration. The organisation has been liaising with Council's Parks Department, DPUD and CALM developing proposals for processing the development of the Yellogonga Regional Park.
The Joint Co-ordinator is seeking Council approval to utilize the Wanneroo State School located in Perry's Paddock for accommodation during the six months of the project. The school house would be used as a base for the project and its uses would include use as a training facility. Storage accommodation would be in temporary facilities located adjacent to the building. The Group would also provide temporary ablution facilities.
Council has expressed concern about the security of the school house and utilization by a group for this period of time should improve the building's security. Council have also allocated funds for the connection of power and lighting to the building albeit that the required rewiring of the building is not included. This is not a problem for the Group. Accordingly the proposal to utilize the building is supported.
The only impediment may be the need by Council to use the building during the Parry's Paddock Picnic Day. Should it happen during the project, the group would simply need to make the school available.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council advise the Joint Co-ordinator, Friends of Yellagonga Regional Park Subcommittee that it will make available the Wanneroo State School in Perry's Paddock for use as a home base subject to:
85 the committee making separate provision for ablution and storage facilities;
86 it accepting all responsibility to maintain the area in a clean and tidy condition acceptable to the City Building Surveyor;
87 making the school available for the Perry's Paddock Picnic Day;
88 it making good any damage incurred by misuse of the Building.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
RF:HW
bre02013
H10237
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10237
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 756-16-1
SUBJECT: POWER SUPPLY TO YANCHEP LAGOON KIOSK, FISHERMAN'S HOLLOW & RESERVE RETICULATION WATER PUMP
The Yanchep Lagoon toilets changeroom and kiosk building was fully upgraded in the second half of 1992. Two scrub fires during the first week in November, attended upon by the Fire Brigade, affected the power supply to the existing facilities on the reserve. Many of the timber poles supporting the aerial power supply were fire damaged and declared dangerous.
Several of the porcelain insulators were damaged effectively electrifying the bolts on the crossarms and because of the corrosion on the aluminium cables, it is extremely difficult to repair and effectively retain the existing power supply.
Electrical Technology Consultants were invited to submit Budgets for design and documentation of a new service based on Council requirements, site investigations and liaison with the SECWA.
Two options were considered with the difference being between one or two points of supply from the SECWA. This was possible because the three points requiring power were spread over two recreation locations. The preferred option, two connection points for power supply together with costs associated in calling of tenders for the work, requires that a sum of $40,000 be set aside to complete this work. No funds have been allocated for this unforeseen work.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council:
89 authorise the construction and installation of a new electrical power supply to service the toilet changeroom Kiosk, Fisherman's Hollow Building and reserve reticulation water pump at the Yanchep Lagoon Reserve off Wilkie Avenue, Yanchep;
90 refer this matter, for provision of $40,000.00 in funds, to the Finance & Administrative Resources Committee.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
JS:HW
bre02016
H10238
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10238
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 260-5
SUBJECT: JOONDALUP SPORTS COMPLEX: BUILDING LICENCE - REQUEST FOR REFUND OF FEE
In December 1992 an application for a building licence was lodged for the Joondalup Sports Complex. The Building Licence fee for the project is $16,800 and has been paid.
LandCorp has written to the City of Wanneroo requesting that Council consider refunding the Building Licence fee to LandCorp on the basis that the project is a joint venture with the City of Wanneroo and its civic and cultural nature. They also advise that the fee was not allowed for in the budget for the project.
In the past, Council has refunded Building Licence fees where the project was of a charitable nature. It is also worth noting that the City of Wanneroo, on its own projects, charges itself the prescribed fee. This is good accounting practice.
The Building Licence fee is utilised to recover part of the cost of running the Building Department and the payment of various consultants used in the checking process. In this instance, consultants were and are being used to check the structural and mechanical design. Council has the power to vary the fee for various projects. It should also be borne in mind that Councils decision in this matter may set a precedence for future civic and cultural facilities projects within the City.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council does not vary the building licence fee for the Joondalup Sports Complex and advises LandCorp accordingly.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
RF:SE:HW
bre02002
H10239
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10239
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 2479/47/10
SUBJECT: PROPOSED GARAGE: LOT 47 (10) KENTIA LOOP, WANNEROO
APPLICATION
An application has been submitted for approval to construct a garage, outbuilding at Lot 47 (10) Kentia Loop, Wanneroo, which will exceed the area for an outbuilding permitted under Council's Policy (See Attachment 'A').
COUNCIL POLICY
The maximum area for an outbuilding permitted under Council's Policy is 60 square metres. Applications for outbuildings which exceed this area must be accompanied by the written comments of the adjoining owners, a statement by the applicant that the building will not be used for habitable or commercial purposes and submission to Council for consideration.
BACKGROUND
The proposed outbuilding will have an area of 72 square metres. Favourable written comments from the affected adjoining property owners have been submitted. The applicant has indicated that the outbuilding will be used to house his collection of vintage cars.
JUSTIFICATION
Although Council's Policy specifies a maximum area of 60 square metres, there is no limit for the size of an outbuilding in the Building Code of Australia or the Building Regulations 1989. The Residential Planning Codes require that 50% open space must be maintained on a residential Lot.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council approve the proposed garage, outbuilding to be constructed at Lot 47 (10) Kentia Loop, Wanneroo, provided that it does not exceed 72 square metres and a statement is provided by the applicant that the building will not be used for habitable or commercial purposes.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
LC:HW
bre02017
H10240
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10240
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 850/105/37
SUBJECT: PROPOSED CARPORT, WORKSHOP, GARAGE: LOT 105 (37) CALLISON WAY, KOONDOOLA
APPLICATION
An application has been submitted for approval to construct a carport, workshop, garage, outbuilding at Lot 105 (37) Callison Way, Koondoola, which will exceed the area for an outbuilding permitted under Council's Policy (See Attachment 'A').
COUNCIL POLICY
The maximum area for an outbuilding permitted under Council's Policy is 60 square metres. Applications for outbuildings which exceed this area must be accompanied by the written comments of the adjoining owners, a statement by the applicant that the building will not be used for habitable or commercial purposes and submission to Council for consideration.
BACKGROUND
The proposed outbuilding will have an area of 76 square metres. Favourable written comments from the affected adjoining property owners have been submitted. The applicant has indicated that the outbuilding will be used to house his coaster bus and a 4800 long trailer.
JUSTIFICATION
Although Council's Policy specifies a maximum area of 60 square metres, there is no limit for the size of an outbuilding in the Building Code of Australia or the Building Regulations 1989. The Residential Planning Codes require that 50% open space must be maintained on a residential Lot.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council approve the proposed carport, workshop, garage, outbuilding to be constructed at Lot 105 (37) Callison Way, Koondoola, provided that it does not exceed 76 square metres and a statement is provided by the applicant that the building will not be used for habitable or commercial purposes.
R FISCHER
City Building Surveyor
LC:HW
bre02006
H10241
CITY OF WANNEROO REPORT NO: H10241
TO: TOWN CLERK
FROM: CITY BUILDING SURVEYOR
FOR MEETING OF: TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: 15 FEBRUARY 1993
FILE REF: 210-8
SUBJECT: MANDATORY PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL INSPECTIONS
BACKGROUND
The first mandatory pool inspection programme was completed on 30 June 1992, and the first Infringement Notices were issued on 30 June 1992. The Notices gave the pool owners 22 days to pay the penalty of $75.00. In several cases where Notices had been served the penalty was $100.00.
In numerous cases, suitable reasons for non-compliance during the inspection period were submitted and the enclosures were promptly brought into compliance or other mitigating reasons were provided. In most cases the Infringement Notice was cancelled.
Many owners paid the penalty fee within the prescribed period and brought their enclosures into compliance. However approximately 30 owners ignored the Infringement Notice and prosecution proceedings were instigated. As a result of summonses being issued some 20 owners pleaded guilty and were fined $75.00 and ordered to pay solicitors cost of $75.60.
It should be noted that where a property was in joint ownership, each owner was fined and costs awarded. This meant that in those cases, failure to pay the original penalty of $75.00 resulted in total fines and costs of $321.20.
Some 10 Pool owners decided to have their cases dealt with by the Courts. Only one case has been dismissed. In this instance, the rolladoor to a garage had eventually been permanently closed but the Magistrate ruled that provided the door was kept closed and locked it would comply. This ruling should be referred to the Minister for Local Government.
SOLICITORS ADVICE
A number of the swimming pool prosecutions have now been dealt with before various magistrates.
"We are therefore in a position to report on some of the problems and difficulties being experienced with the same.
The main concern the solicitor has is that the courts are treating the breaches of the swimming pool legislation as minor and are therefore imposing quite low penalties.
The courts tend to see these prosecutions in a similar way to Parking and Dog Act prosecutions when infringements are issued. In those cases also the court will often look at the infringement notice and impose a penalty of that same amount.
This problem occurred some years ago in relation to Health Prosecutions. Although maximum fines of quite high proportions were set in the Health Act the courts were imposing often nominal fines for quite serious matters.
It would be our suggestion that the Local Government Department should consider the establishment of minimum penalties for failure to comply with the swimming pool legislation.
The other major problem that has been experienced with the legislation is created by its very nature. The old uniform private swimming pool By-laws were a simple straight forward document which could literally be photocopied and handed up to the magistrate.
We now have the situation where Building Regulation 38 requires reference to sections of the Local Government Act, the Building Code of Australia, the Local Government (Infringement Notices) Regulations 1991 and the relevant Australian Standards 1926-1986 and 2818 - 1985.
Not only is there a bulk of materials which magistrates quite simply have difficulty understanding but also the Australian Standards are not drawn up as specific requirements in the way of normal statutes but rather are directions which in many cases leave questions open or unanswered.
On the latter point we will just have to persist with explaining the legislative requirement to the magistrates."
SUMMARY
Council officers have attended seminars and have been coached on the private swimming pool regulations through their various phases of evolution. Even now the Minister is considering further amendments.
Despite a maximum fine of $5,000.00, such fines as $50.00 and $55.00 costs in one instance indicate that the penalty structure should be reviewed. It is considered that Council should forward a copy of the solicitors comments to the Minister for Local Government requesting that consideration be given to the suggestions made.
POOL INSPECTIONS OVERVIEW
The pool statistics for the City were submitted to Council at its July 1992 meeting. The report indicated that prior to the inspection programme, the Minister for Health had requested information on various aspects of the inspection for the Injury Control Unit of the Health Department.
Fifty four Councils responded, giving a response rate of 38%. The response rate was higher for metropolitan Councils (55%) than for Country Councils (34%).
RESULTS
The total number of pools included in the survey was 54,415 of which 80% were below ground pools. Twenty eight percent of pools had isolation fencing. Only 3.6% of pool owners had received an infringement notice. The number of 'call backs' required before the regulations had been satisfied was estimated to be 1.07 per pool. The mean service fee per pool was $25.00. Fees ranged from $0 -100 with a standard deviation of $20.
The total number of faults recorded was 36,168. Of these 66% pertained to the functioning or construction of the gate, while the remaining 33% pertained to the fence either failing to form a discrete barrier to the pool or contained foot and hand holds.
The following table was prepared by the Injury Control Unit of the Health Department of Western Australia. It is a comparison of the proportion of pools which did not comply on the first inspection and the rate of issue of Infringement Notices in the ten Local Authorities for which quantified data was available:
LOCAL AUTHORITY POOLS FAULTS INFRINGEMENTS
60 97 0 (0%)
270 12 8 ( ................
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