Agenda of Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting

Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting

Summary of Items

Tuesday, 03 April 2018

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Agenda Items

TAC053-18 Kyle Parade, Kyle Bay - Request to Formalise Existing Bus Stop

(Report by Trainee Assets Engineer)......................................................................... 2

TAC054-18 William Road, Riverwood - Proposed "No Parking, Motorcycles Excepted" zone

(Report by Trainee Assets Engineer)......................................................................... 5

TAC055-18 Oatley Parade, Oatley - Proposed "No Stopping" zones

(Report by Trainee Assets Engineer)......................................................................... 7

TAC056-18 Johnston Avenue, Kogarah Bay - Proposed "No Parking" zone

(Report by Trainee Assets Engineer)....................................................................... 10

TAC057-18 Rosa Street, Oatley - Proposed "Park In Bays Only" signs

(Report by Traffic Engineer)....................................................................................... 12

TAC058-18 Lower West Street, Carlton - Proposed "1P" zone

(Report by Trainee Assets Engineer)....................................................................... 16

TAC059-18 Roberts Avenue, Mortdale - Proposed Concrete Island, Line Marking and Signage

(Report by Traffic Engineer)....................................................................................... 18

TAC060-18 Georges River Local Government Area - ANZAC Marches

(Report by Traffic Engineer)....................................................................................... 21

TAC061-18 Joseph Street, Blakehurst - Proposed Line Marking

(Report by Traffic Engineer)....................................................................................... 26

TAC062-18 Regent Street, Kogarah - Proposed "Do Not Queue Across Intersection" signage

(Report by Trainee Assets Engineer)....................................................................... 28

TAC063-18 Edgbaston Road, Beverly Hills - Proposed Signage Changes in Carpark

(Report by Trainee Assets Engineer)....................................................................... 30

TAC064-18 Morgan Street, Kingsgrove - Request to Formalise Existing Bus Stops

(Report by Trainee Assets Engineer)....................................................................... 32

TAC065-18 Railway Parade, Kogarah - Proposed "P5 Minute" zone

(Report by Traffic Engineer)....................................................................................... 37

TAC066-18 Derby Street, Kogarah - Proposed "Works Zone" at number 11

(Report by Assistant Traffic Engineer)..................................................................... 40

TAC067-18 Heath Road, Blakehurst - Proposed "Works Zone" at number 21

(Report by Assistant Traffic Engineer)..................................................................... 42

TAC068-18 Park Road and The Avenue Hurstville - Danebank Autumn Fair 2018

(Report by Senior Traffic Engineer).......................................................................... 44

TAC069-18 Balfour Street, Allawah - Proposed "Works Zone" at the side of 27A Andover Street

(Report by Assistant Traffic Engineer)..................................................................... 46

TAC070-18 Woniora Road, Blakehurst - Proposed changes to "No Parking" zone

(Report by Assistant Traffic Engineer)..................................................................... 48

TAC071-18 Bryant and Penshurst Street Penshurst - Road Safety Concerns

(Report by Senior Traffic Engineer).......................................................................... 51

TAC072-18 Terry Street, Connells Point - Proposed "No Parking" zone

(Report by Traffic Engineer)....................................................................................... 53

TAC073-18 Lily Street Hurstville - Install 10 minutes Parking Restriction

(Report by Senior Traffic Engineer).......................................................................... 55

TAC074-18 Delegated Authority to Director of Assets and Infrastructure to approve "Works Zone" applications.

(Report by Senior Traffic Engineer).......................................................................... 58

TAC075-18 Ethel Lane, Carlton - Proposed One-Way

(Report by Traffic Engineer)....................................................................................... 59

TAC076-18 Implementation of Improvements to the Parramatta to Hurstville Bus Corridor M91

(Report by Traffic Engineer)....................................................................................... 62

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5. Agenda Items

Item: TAC053-18 Kyle Parade, Kyle Bay - Request to Formalise Existing Bus Stop

Author: Trainee Assets Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

That a 30m “Bus Zone” be installed on the eastern side of Kyle Parade, Kyle Bay, adjacent to number 53, as shown on plan TC1704 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration of the proposed installation of a “Bus Zone” in Kyle Parade, Kyle Bay.

Background

2. Council received representation to investigate the existing Bus Stop located on the eastern side of Kyle Parade, Kyle Bay adjacent to number 53.

3. Following investigations by Council officers it was observed that vehicles are parking within the designated distance for the Bus Stop and this has resulted in buses being unable to safely stop parallel to the kerb, causing a dangerous situation for drivers and commuters.

Proposal

4. As a result of this investigation, it is proposed to install a 30m “Bus Zone” on the eastern side of Kyle Parade to prevent cars parking this area and improve safety for the bus stop.

Financial Implications

5. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $400.

Community Engagement

6. Residents in the vicinity have been notified by letter of the proposed installation of the “Bus Zone”. The closing date for submissions was 22^nd March 2018. No objections were received.

File Reference

D18/42395

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1704 - Kyle Pde, Kyle Bay

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 6

Item: TAC054-18 William Road, Riverwood - Proposed "No Parking, Motorcycles Excepted" zone

Author: Trainee Assets Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

That a 4m “No Parking, Motorcycles Excepted” zone be installed on the southern side of William Road, Riverwood, adjacent to number 7a-9a, as shown as plan TC1696 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration of the proposed “No Parking, Motorcycles Excepted” zone in William Road, Riverwood adjacent to number 7a-9a.

Background

2. A request was received by Council from a local resident to consider implementing signage to prevent vehicles obstructing the driveways adjacent to number 7a-9a William Road, Riverwood.

Proposal

3. Following investigations by Council officers, it was found that vehicles were obstructing the driveways adjacent to 7a-9a William Road, Riverwood. It is proposed to install a “No Parking, Motorcycles Excepted” zone to indicate that vehicles cannot park in this location and improve vehicle access to the properties.

Financial Implications

4. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $400.

Community Engagement

5. Residents in the vicinity have been notifies by letter of the proposed installation of the “No Parking”. The closing date for submission was 16^th March 2018. No objections were received.

File Reference

D18/43223

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1696 - William Road, Riverwood

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 8

Item: TAC055-18 Oatley Parade, Oatley - Proposed "No Stopping" zones

Author: Trainee Assets Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) That a 21m “No Stopping” zone be installed on the eastern departure of the roundabout on Oatley Parade, Oatley, at the intersection of Hurstville Road.

(b) That a 61m “No Stopping” zone be installed on the south-western corner of the roundabout on Oatley Parade Oatley, at the intersection of Hurstville Road, as show on plan TC1714 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration for the proposed “No Stopping” zones on Oatley Parade, Oatley, near the intersection with Hurstville Road.

Background

2. A request was received by Council from a local resident to investigate the parking conditions on Hurstville Road and Oatley Parade, Oatley, in particular highlighting vehicles parking too close to the roundabout at the subject intersection.

3. Vehicles parking on the southern side of Hurstville Road, Oatley, on the departure of the roundabout obstructs sight distance for vehicles utilising the driveway at No. 2 Oatley Parade.

Proposal

4. Following investigations by Council officers, it was found that vehicles were parking close to the approach and departure of the roundabout narrowing the carriageway. It is proposed to install a 21m “No Stopping” zone on the eastern side of Oatley Parade and a 61m “No Stopping” zone on the western side, to indicate that vehicles cannot park in this location, improve sight distance for vehicles utilising the driveway on Hurstville Road, adjacent to No. 2 Oatley Parade and increase safety in this area.

Financial Implications

5. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $400.

Community Engagement

6. The residents in this vicinity have been notifies by letter of the proposed “No Stopping” zone on both the western and eastern sides of Oatley Parade, Oatley, intersection of Hurstville Road. The closing date for submission was 23^rd March 2018. Council feedback from 4 residents, 3 in favour and 1 objected to losing on-street parking on Hurstville Road, adjacent to No. 2 Oatley Parade.

7. The loss of parking is deemed acceptable to improve the sight distance and accessibility at the properties driveways and also improve the traffic movements near the roundabout.

File Reference

D18/43286

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1714 - Oatley Parade, Oatley

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 11

Item: TAC056-18 Johnston Avenue, Kogarah Bay - Proposed "No Parking" zone

Author: Trainee Assets Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

That a 33m “No Parking” zone be installed at the cul-de-sac of Johnston Avenue, Kogarah Bay, as shown on plan TC1703 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration for the proposed installation of a “No Parking” zone at the cul-de-sac end of Johnston Avenue, Kogarah Bay.

Background

2. A request was received by Council from a local resident to consider implementing signage to prevent vehicles parking at the cul-de-sac of Johnson Avenue, Kogarah Bay.

Proposal

3. Following investigations by Council officers, it was found that vehicles were parking at the cul-de-sac of Johnston Avenue, Kogarah Bay, restricting vehicle movements utilising the turning circle. It is proposed to install a 33m “No Parking” zone to indicate that vehicles cannot park in this location and improve vehicle movements in this area, in particular garbage trucks, emergency services and other utility vehicles.

Financial Implications

4. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $400.

Community Engagement

5. Residents in this vicinity have been notified by letter of the proposed 33m “No Parking” zone at the cul-de-sac of Johnston Avenue. The closing date for submission was 19^th March 2018. Council received one phone call in support of the proposal and no objections.

File Reference

D18/43461

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1703 - Johnston Avenue, Kogarah Bay

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 13

Item: TAC057-18 Rosa Street, Oatley - Proposed "Park In Bays Only" signs

Author: Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

That a “Park In Bays Only” sign be installed on the eastern side of Rosa Street, south of Neville Street and another on the western side of Rosa Street, adjacent to number 105, as shown on plan TC1706, Sheet 1 and 2 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration of the installation of parking control signs in Rosa Street, Oatley.

Background

2. Council has received a request from a local resident to investigate the parking situation in Rosa Street, between Neville Street and Herbert Street.

3. This section of Rosa Street has indented raised brick parking areas for drivers to park due to the narrow width of the roadway. However Council has been advised that drivers are parking on the roadway adjacent to, and in between, the parking bays. This is resulting in reduced travel lanes widths and the potential for a crash to occur.

Proposal

4. Upon investigation of this request, it is proposed to install a “Park In Bays Only” sign on the eastern side of Rosa Street, south of Neville Street and another sign on the western side of Rosa Street, adjacent to number 105. This is the area of Rosa Street that has the parking bays installed.

5. This sign can be enforced under “NSW Road Rule 211 – Parking in Parking Bays” that states:

a) “This rule applies to a driver who parks on a length of road, or in an area, that has parking bays (whether or not a park in bays only sign applies to the length of road or area).

b) The driver must position the driver’s vehicle completely within a single parking bay, unless the vehicle is too wide or long to fit completely within the bay.

c) If the vehicle is too wide or long to fit completely within a single parking bay, the driver must park the driver’s vehicle within the minimum number of parking bays needed to park the vehicle.”

Financial Implications

6. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $300.

File Reference

D18/46407

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1706 - Rosa Street, Oatley

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 17

Item: TAC058-18 Lower West Street, Carlton - Proposed "1P" zone

Author: Trainee Assets Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

That an 18m “1P, 8.30am – 6pm” zone be installed on the northern side of Lower West Street, Carlton adjacent to number 244, as shown on plan TC1679 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration for the proposed installation of parking restrictions on the northern side of Lower West Street, Carlton.

Background

2. Council has received a request from a local business owner to investigate the possibility of converting the currently unrestricted parking spaces on the northern side of Lower West Street to a timed parking zone to increase the parking turnover near the businesses and improve the parking availability for customers.

Proposal

3. Following investigations by Council officers, it is proposed to convert 18 metres of unrestricted on-street parking spaces on the northern side of Lower West Street, adjacent No. 244-246, to a “1P, 8:30am - 6:00pm, Mon – Fri” zone to assist nearby businesses with an increase in vehicle turnover in this location during these times.

Financial Implications

4. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $400.

Community Engagement

5. The businesses in this vicinity have been notified by letter of the proposed conversion of the unrestricted area to a “1P” zone. The closing date for submissions was 22^nd March 2018. No objections were received.

File Reference

D18/47228

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1679 - Lower West St, Carlton

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 19

Item: TAC059-18 Roberts Avenue, Mortdale - Proposed Concrete Island, Line Marking and Signage

Author: Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) That a concrete island with associated signage be installed on the southern side of Roberts Avenue, west of Gungah Bay Road.

(b) That a 90m edge line with red raised reflective pavement markers be installed 2.4m from the face of the southern kerb in Roberts Avenue, between Gungah Bay Road and Cromdale Street.

(c) That part of the existing Give Way line marking on the southern side of Roberts Avenue at the intersection with Gungah Bay Road be removed.

(d) That a “Left Lane Ends, Merge Right” and a “Form 1 Lane” sign be installed on the southern side of Roberts Avenue near the intersection with Gungah Bay Road, as shown on plan TC1707 attached to the report.

(e) That a detailed design be submitted to the RMS for approval prior to construction.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration of proposed changes in Roberts Avenue near Gungah Bay Road, Mortdale.

Background

2. Council received a request from Mr Mark Coure MP, Member for Oatley, on behalf of the resident at No. 1D Roberts Avenue, to investigate the traffic issues outside their property.

3. As a result of this request, a site meeting was conducted on 22 January 2018 with Mr Coure, the resident and Council’s Coordinator of Traffic and Transport to discuss the issues.

4. Council was advised that there has been a number of crashes occur in Roberts Avenue in the section between Boundary Road and Cromdale Street, with the most recent occurring in late 2017 where a vehicle crashed through the front fence of No. 1D.

5. The RMS Crash Data for the 5 year period between 2012 to 2016 indicates that there have been 5 recorded crashes in this section of Roberts Avenue with the majority being RUM Code 71 (Off Road Left into Object).

6. Council organised the installation of a traffic counter in Roberts Avenue outside No. 1D to ascertain the speed and volume of vehicles in this location. The results of the counter are shown in the table below:

Date:	9 February – 15 February 2018
Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT):	15,186 vehicles
85^th percentile speed eastbound:	47 km/h
85^th percentile speed westbound:	47 km/h

7. It can be seen in the table above that the 85^th percentile speed (the speed at or below which 85% of all vehicles are observed to travel) was measured at being 47km/h in both the east and westbound direction. It is noted that this street is sign posted as a 50km/h speed limit. As a result, the traffic counts indicate that the installation of speed control devices, such as chicanes or speed humps is not warranted.

Proposal

8. The site inspection revealed that there are confusing line markings at the intersection of Roberts Avenue and Gungah Bay Road and Council is proposing that the Give Way lines on the southern side of Roberts Avenue be removed to standardise the intersection for drivers travelling westbound on Roberts Avenue.

9. As there are two lanes westbound on Roberts Avenue from Universal Street, no signage currently exists to advise drivers that the kerb lane ends and it is proposed to install a “Left Lane Ends, Merge Right” and a “Form 1 Lane” sign on the southern side of Roberts Avenue near the intersection with Gungah Bay Road to advise drivers.

10. To lead to an improvement in safety for drivers reversing from the driveway at No. 1D Roberts Avenue and to assist in reducing speed for merging drivers, the construction of a concrete island with associated line marking is proposed on the southern side of Roberts Avenue, west of Gungah Bay Road.

11. To further improve traffic movements and the safety for drivers parking on the southern side of Roberts Avenue, it is proposed to install a 90m edge line with red raised reflective pavement markers 2.4m from the face of the southern kerb.

12. The detailed design of the concrete island will be submitted to the RMS for approval prior to its construction and no parking is expected to be removed as a result of this proposal.

Financial Implications

13. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $12,000.

File Reference

D18/47915

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1708 - Roberts Avenue, Mortdale

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Item: TAC060-18 Georges River Local Government Area - ANZAC Marches

Author: Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) That approval be granted to temporarily close streets on the Penshurst RSL Sub-Branch ANZAC march route from 1pm to 3pm on Sunday 22 April 2018, in accordance with the details outlined in paragraphs 4 and 5 of the report and as shown on the Safeway Traffic Control Plan attached to the report.

(b) That approval be granted to temporarily close streets on the South Hurstville RSL Sub-Branch ANZAC march route from 5:30am on Wednesday 25 April 2018, in accordance with the details outlined in paragraph 6 of the report and as shown on plan L567 attached to the report.

(c) That approval be granted to temporarily close streets on the Kogarah RSL Sub-Branch ANZAC march route from 7:15am on Wednesday 25 April 2018, in accordance with the details outlined in paragraph 7 of the report and as shown on plan L568 attached to the report.

(d) That the Sub-Branches be advised of Council’s decision.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration of the temporary closure of various roads in the Georges River Local Government Area (LGA) for ANZAC Marches.

Background

2. Requests have been received from representatives of Penshurst RSL Sub-Branch, South Hurstville RSL Sub-Branch and Kogarah RSL Sub-Branch for approval to temporarily close various roads near the Clubs in order to hold their ANZAC marches during April 2018.

3. The Sub-Branches have provided Council with the commencement times and proposed routes of their respective marches and these are detailed in paragraphs 4 - 7 below.

Penshurst RSL Sub-Branch March

4. At approximately 1:40pm on Sunday 22 April 2018, Penshurst RSL Sub-Branch will be conducting a march commencing at the rear of the Club on Connelly Street and a Service will held at the Memorial on Bridge Street, finishing at 2:30pm. This event requires road closures at the following locations and in accordance with the submitted Traffic Control Plan:

· Forest Road and Connelly Street;

· Apsley Street and Bridge Street; and

· Penshurst Street and Bridge Street.

5. The RSL Club and Traffic Control Company have notified affected residents, St George Police Area Command and Punchbowl Bus Company of the proposed road closures.

South Hurstville RSL Sub-Branch March

6. At approximately 5:30am on Wednesday 25 April 2018, South Hurstville RSL Sub-Branch will be conducting a march commencing in Resthaven Road, South Hurstville and then proceeding along Connells Point Road to the South Hurstville RSL Club. The march is expected to take thirty minutes and the ceremony will be held within the Club’s off-street car park.

Kogarah RSL Sub-Branch March

7. At approximately 7:15am on Wednesday 25 April 2018, Kogarah RSL Sub-Branch will be conducting a march commencing in Bellevue Street, between Blake Street and English Street. The marchers will turn left into English Street and proceed to the Cenotaph on the corner of Park Street and English Street. A thirty minute service will be conducted at this location and the event will conclude as the Kogarah RSL Club is under renovation.

Comments

8. South Hurstville and Kogarah RSL Clubs have requested the assistance of St George Police Area Command to be present to oversee their marches.

9. These events would be classified as a Class 3 Event according to the “Guide to Traffic and Transport Management for Special Events”, and as such a Traffic Management Plan would not be required to be submitted to the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) for approval prior to the events.

Financial Implications

10. No budget impact for this report.

File Reference

D18/48196

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1	Safeway TCP - Connolly Street, Penshurst
Attachment ⇩2	Plan L567 - Connells Point Road, South Hurstville
Attachment ⇩3	Plan L568 - English Street, Kogarah

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Item: TAC061-18 Joseph Street, Blakehurst - Proposed Line Marking

Author: Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

That an 80m dividing barrier line be installed in Joseph Street, between Phillip Street and Lorna Avenue and a Give Way holding line be installed at the intersection of Joseph Street and Lorna Avenue, as shown on plan TC1712 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration for the proposed line marking in Joseph Street, Blakehurst.

Background

2. Council has been requested by a local resident to investigate the traffic issues at the intersection of Joseph Street and Phillip Street, Blakehurst.

3. The resident has advised Council that drivers have been observed turning right from Joseph Street into Phillip Street on the northern side of the landscaped island, contrary to the existing chevron line marking in this location.

Proposal

4. As a result of this request, Council is proposing to paint an 80m dividing barrier line in Joseph Street, between Phillip Street and Lorna Avenue, to lead to an improvement in turning movements at the intersection and provide advice to drivers that they are unable to turn right north of the concrete island into Phillip Street.

5. It is also proposed to paint a Give Way line at the intersection of Lorna Avenue and Joseph Street to improve the turning movements in this location.

Financial Implications

6. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $2,000.

File Reference

D18/48545

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1712 - Joseph Street, Blakehurst

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 29

Item: TAC062-18 Regent Street, Kogarah - Proposed "Do Not Queue Across Intersection" signage

Author: Trainee Assets Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

That a “Do Not Queue Across Intersection” sign be installed on the northern side of Regent Street, Kogarah at the intersection of Regent Lane as shown on plan TC1710 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration of the proposed “Do Not Queue Across Intersection” signage in Regent Street at the intersection of Regent Lane, Kogarah.

Background

2. A request was received by Council from a local resident to consider implementing measures to prevent vehicles blocking the intersection of Regent Street and Regent Lane.

Proposal

3. Following investigations by Council officers, it was found that vehicles were queuing back from the intersection of Princes Highway and Regent Street thus obstructing the intersection at Regent Street and Regent Lane. It is proposed to install a “Do Not Queue Across Intersection” sign to prevent vehicles obstructing the intersection and improve vehicle movement in this location.

Financial Implications

4. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $300.

File Reference

D18/48559

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1710 - Regent Street, Kogarah

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 31

Item: TAC063-18 Edgbaston Road, Beverly Hills - Proposed Signage Changes in Carpark

Author: Trainee Assets Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

That a “3P, 7.30am – 9pm, Mon – Fri, 8am – 4.00pm, Sat” with accompanying “No Parking” and “Disabled Only” zones be installed in the Council Carpark on Edgbaston Road, Beverly Hills, as shown on plan TC1711 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration for the proposed signage changes in the Council Carpark on Edgbaston Road, Beverly Hills.

Background

2. Council has received a request from a local resident to investigate the current signage located in the Council Carpark on Edgbaston Road, Beverly Hills.

3. Currently the carpark is signposted as “3hr Limit per day, 7.30am – 9pm, Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 4.00pm, Saturday” enforced under Local Government Act 1993.

Proposal

4. It is proposed to install “3P, “3P, 7.30am – 9.00pm, Mon – Fri, 8.00am – 4.00pm, Sat” with accompanying “No Parking” and “Disabled Only Parking” zones allowing enforcement under NSW Legislation, Road Rules 2014.

Financial Implications

5. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $3,500.

File Reference

D18/48856

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1711 - Carpark, Edgbaston Road, Beverly Hills

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Item: TAC064-18 Morgan Street, Kingsgrove - Request to Formalise Existing Bus Stops

Author: Trainee Assets Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) That a 30m “Bus Zone” with associated DDA standard slab be installed adjacent to No. 53 Morgan Street, Kingsgrove, to formalise the existing Bus Stop.

(b) That a 16m “Bus Zone, 9am – 5pm, Mon - Fri” with associated DDA standard slab be installed adjacent to No. 148-150 Morgan Street, Kingsgrove, to formalise the existing Bus Stop.

(c) That a 30m “Bus Zone, 9am – 5pm, Mon - Fri” be installed adjacent to No. 95-97 Morgan Street, Kingsgrove, to formalise the existing Bus Stop.

(d) That an 85m “No Stopping” zone following a 20m “Bus Zone, 9am – 5pm, Mon - Fri” be installed in Morgan Street, Kingsgrove, corner of Cahill Street, to formalise the existing Bus Stop.

(e) That the adjacent residents be notified of the Traffic Committee’s decision prior to installation of works.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Traffic Committee’s approval to formalise the existing Bus Stops in Morgan Street, Kingsgrove.

Background

2. Council has received representation requesting Council to formalise the existing Bus Stops located in Morgan Street, Kingsgrove, by signposting them as “Bus Zones”.

3. Formalising the “Bus Zone” will enable busses to pull in and out of the Bus Stop without being hindered by parked cars and allow for easier enforcement.

4. According to the current standards, a Bus Zone should be at least 30m long (20m on the approach side and 10m on the departure side). The 10m on the departure side can be accommodated within an area restricted for parking (such as “No Parking” or “No Stopping” zones).

Proposal

5. Upon investigation of these requests, Council is proposing the formalisation of the existing Bus Stops by installation “Bus Zones” in Morgan Street, Kingsgrove, which would assist the bus movements in these locations.

6. Bus Stops operated solely by State Transit Authority of NSW, will be zoned “9am – 5pm, Mon – Fri”, unrestricted parking outside these hours.

7. Some of these “Bus Zones” will also require the construction of concrete slabs with Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSI) to comply with DDA standards.

Financial Implications

8. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $3,500

Community Engagement

9. Community engagement will be conducted including: a letter drop outlining Traffic Advisory Committee’s recommendations of the proposed changes to the affected residents.

File Reference

D18/51892

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1713 - Various Locations, Morgan Street, Kingsgrove

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Item: TAC065-18 Railway Parade, Kogarah - Proposed "P5 Minute" zone

Author: Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

That 7m of the existing “1/2P, 8.30am – 6pm Mon – Fri, 8.30am – 12.30pm Sat” zone adjacent to number 86 Railway Parade, be converted to a “P5 Minute, 8.30am – 6pm Mon – Fri, 8.30am – 12.30pm Sat” zone with a pram ramp, as shown on plan TC1705 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration of the proposed changes to the parking zone in Railway Parade, Kogarah.

Background

2. Council has received correspondence in relation to investigating the possibility of installing short term parking on the eastern side of Railway Parade, north of Belgrave Street. As this area is signposted as “1/2P”, the request is to allow for higher parking turnover for customers and provide an area for people to be picked up and dropped off near the businesses.

Proposal

3. Upon investigation of this request, Council is proposing to convert 7m of the “1/2P, 8.30am – 6pm Mon – Fri, 8.30am – 12.30pm Sat” zone adjacent to number 86 Railway Parade, to a “P5 Minute, 8.30am – 6pm Mon – Fri, 8.30am – 12.30pm Sat” zone. This would assist businesses in this area with an increase in vehicle turnover during the day.

4. It is also proposed to construct a pedestrian ramp adjacent to the “P5 Minute” space to assist people accessing the footpath area from the roadway.

5. Businesses in this vicinity have been notified by letter of the proposed changes to the parking and pram ramp. The closing date for submissions was 22 March 2018. No objections were received.

Financial Implications

6. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $1,200.

File Reference

D18/53227

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1705 - Railway Parade, Kogarah

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 41

Item: TAC066-18 Derby Street, Kogarah - Proposed "Works Zone" at number 11

Author: Assistant Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) That a 16m “Works Zone, 7am-5pm, Mon-Sat” be installed on the western side of Derby Street, Kogarah adjacent to No. 11, for a period of 24 weeks commencing on 5^th March 2018, as shown on plan TC1702 attached to the report.

(b) That the parking be returned to its current status at the completion of the “Works Zone” period.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration for a “Works Zone” to be installed adjacent to 11 Derby Street, Kogarah

Background

2. The builder for a Council approved mixed use commercial/residential development over existing multi-level basement car park at 13 Derby Street, has requested the installation of a “Works Zone” adjacent to the site to provide an area where mobile concrete pumps and vehicles associated with the construction can park.

3. Currently there is “1P, 8.30am-6pm, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-12.30pm, Sat” parking in this location.

4. Following consultation with No. 11 Derby Street, there was no objections to the installation of the proposed “Works Zone” for this duration.

Financial Implications

5. No budget impact for this report.

File Reference

D18/53334

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

TC1702_Derby Street Work Zone

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 43

Item: TAC067-18 Heath Road, Blakehurst - Proposed "Works Zone" at number 21

Author: Assistant Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) That a 15m “Works Zone, 7am-5pm, Mon-Sat” be installed on the western side of Heath Road, adjacent to 21 Heath Road, Blakehurst, for a period of 50 weeks commencing on 1^st March 2018, as shown on plan TC1701 attached to the report.

(b) That the parking be returned to its current status at the completion of the “Works Zone” period.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration for a “Works Zone” to be installed adjacent to No. 21 Heath Road, Blakehurst

Background

2. The builder for a Council approved demolition of existing dwelling and new industrial building and lot consolidation at No. 21 Heath Road, Blakehurst, has requested the installation of a “Works Zone” adjacent to the site to provide an area where mobile concrete pumps and vehicles associated with the construction can park.

3. Currently there is a “Loading Zone” on the western side of Heath Road adjacent to this site.

Proposal

4. Upon investigations of this request, it is proposed to install a 15m “Works Zone, 7am-5pm, Mon-Sat” adjacent to 21 Heath Road, Blakehurst for a period of 50 weeks. This will provide an area where the vehicles involved in the construction of the new premises can park in close proximity to the worksite.

Financial Implications

5. No budget impact for this report.

File Reference

D18/53437

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

TC1701_Heath Road Work Zone

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 45

Item: TAC068-18 Park Road and The Avenue Hurstville - Danebank Autumn Fair 2018

Author: Senior Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

THAT the request to change the on-street parking along Park Road and The Avenue, Hurstville adjoining Danebank School to 90 degree angle parking on Saturday, 12 May 2018 to facilitate the Danebank School’s Autumn Fair be approved.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the committee’s consideration for Danebank School to change the parking orientation in Park Road and The Avenue, Hurstville to 90 degree angle parking along the school’s frontage on Saturday 12^th May, 2018 for their annual Spring Fair to help cater for the increased parking demand associated with the event.

Background

2. Danebank School’s Open Day and Autumn Fair is an annual event. This year the school is planning to hold this event on Saturday, 12 May 2018.

3. As per previous years, the school has requested Council approval to introduce temporary angle parking zones in The Avenue and Park Road, Hurstville along the frontages of Danebank School, to increase availability of on-street parking for the visitors and participants of the event.

4. The Avenue and Park Road are 12m wide, one way streets and can accommodate the angIed parking while still maintaining enough carriageway for through traffic.

5. Council in previous years has approved the school’s request to introduce temporary angle parking zones in The Avenue and Park Road, Hurstville to facilitate this event.

6. The proposed angle parking arrangement would improve the parking supply and will reduce the width of the carriageway, which consequently acts as a traffic calming measure reducing vehicle speeds along both frontage streets during the event.

7. This event has been held in the past few years with no reported incidents or objections.

Financial Implications

8. No budget impact for this report.

File Reference

D18/53465

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 47

Item: TAC069-18 Balfour Street, Allawah - Proposed "Works Zone" at the side of 27A Andover Street

Author: Assistant Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) That a 30m “Works Zone, 7am-5pm, Mon-Sat” be installed on the southern side of Balfour Street, adjacent to No. 27A Andover Street, Allawah, for a period of 16 weeks commencing on 9^th April 2018, as shown on plan TC1715 attached to the report.

(b) That the parking be returned to its current status at the completion of the “Works Zone” period.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration for a “Works Zone” to be installed in Balfour Street, adjacent to No. 27A Andover Street, Allawah.

Background

2. The builder for a Council approved development involving the demolition of existing structures and construction of new residential flat building at No.’s 27-29 Andover Street, Allawah has requested the installation of a “Works Zone” adjacent to the site to provide an area where mobile concrete pumps and vehicles associated with the construction can park.

3. Currently there is unrestricted parking on both sides of Balfour Street.

Proposal

4. Upon investigation of this request, it is proposed to install a 30m “Works Zone, 7am-5pm, Mon-Sat” on Balfour Street adjacent to No. 27A Andover Street, Allawah for a period of 16 weeks. This would provide an area where the vehicles involved in the construction of the new residential flat building can park in close proximity to the worksite.

Financial Implications

5. No budget impact for this report.

File Reference

D18/53721

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

TC1715_Balfour Street Work Zone

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 49

Item: TAC070-18 Woniora Road, Blakehurst - Proposed changes to "No Parking" zone

Author: Assistant Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

That the existing “No Parking” zone adjacent to No. 237 Woniora Road, Blakehurst, be extended by 3m, as shown on the plan TC1709 attached to the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration for the extension of the existing “No Parking” zone by 3m, adjacent to No. 237 Woniora Road, Blakehurst.

Background

2. Council received a request from a resident to investigate the parking conditions on the western side of Woniora Road. In particular highlighting that vehicle’s often encroach on the existing “No Parking” zone and obstruct driveway access.

3. There is currently a 22m “No Parking, 8am-9.30am, 3pm-4pm, School Days” zone followed by a 52m “No Parking” zone on the western side of Woniora Road.

Comments

4. Upon investigations of this request, Council has found that the length of kerb between the two driveways at 237 Woniora Road, is less than 5m in length. It was also noted that the allowable parking space outside of the “No Parking, 8am-9.30am, 3pm-4pm, School Days” zone restriction is approximately 3.2m. It is therefore proposed to relocate the existing signage in this location, extending the existing “No Parking” zone by 3m to prevent vehicles parking in this location.

Financial Implications

5. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facilities Grant – Approximately $150.

Community Engagement

6. The residents in this vicinity have been notified of the proposed changes to the “No Parking” zone on the western side of Woniora Road, Blakehurst. No objections were received.

File Reference

D18/53961

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

TC1709_Woniora Road No Parking

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 52

Item: TAC071-18 Bryant and Penshurst Street Penshurst - Road Safety Concerns

Author: Senior Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) To be determined by the Committee after consideration of the content of the report.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Traffic Committee’s review and advise in regards to road safety concerns with the existing speed cushions In Bryant/Penshurst Street Penshurst.

Background

2. Council installed speed cushions at the approaches to the bend at the intersection of Penshurst Street and Bryant Street, Narwee.

3. The speed cushions were installed due to road safety concerns with motorists speeding around the bend and on many occasions causing accidents as they lose control of their vehicle.

4. The speed cushions were installed at two different locations. One location was before the bend for traffic travelling southbound and the other speed cushion was installed before the bend for traffic travelling north bound. The speed cushions were installed to only cover the two lanes of travel along each direction (please see below)

5. Shortly after the installation of the speed cushions, Council received complaints from residents advising that motorists are choosing to break road rules and cross the double centre lines, driving along the wrong side of the road to avoid the speed cushions along their direction of travel.

6. Accordingly residents are requesting that Council consider extending the rubber cushions to cover the whole road length of Bryant/Penshurst Street at both locations. This will result in extra costs and noise to residents, with no additional benefit except to discourage motorists who should be adhering to road rules and not cross the double centre lines or drive on the wrong side of the road.

Financial Implications

No budget impact for this report.

File Reference

D18/54740

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 54

Item: TAC072-18 Terry Street, Connells Point - Proposed "No Parking" zone

Author: Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) That an 11m “No Parking, 6am – 3pm Wed” zone be installed on the northern side of Terry Street, adjacent to No.’s 135-137, as shown on plan TC1716 attached to the report.

(b) That the residents and Strata of No.’s 135-137 be advised of Council’s decision.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration of the installation of a “No Parking” zone in Terry Street, Connells Point.

Background

2. Council has been contacted by the Strata Compnay on behalf of the residents of the townhouses at No.’s 135-137 Terry Street, Connells Point, to consider the installation of parking restriction signs adjacent to their property to assist with waste collection.

3. As the street is currently unrestricted for parking, vehicles have been parking outside the property causing issues with the bin collections each week.

Proposal

4. As a result of this request and following investigation, it is proposed to install an 11m “No Parking, 6am – 3pm Wed” zone on the northern side of Terry Street adjacent to the townhouses at No.’s 135-137 so as to provide an area on the street where the waste bins can be placed for collection.

Financial Implications

5. Within budget allocation – RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $300.

File Reference

D18/56016

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Plan TC1716 - Terry Street, Connells Point

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 56

Item: TAC073-18 Lily Street Hurstville - Install 10 minutes Parking Restriction

Author: Senior Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

THAT 7 metres of 10 minutes (“P10min”) parking restriction be installed outside number 10 Lily Street Allawah.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Traffic Committee’s consideration to install 10 minutes parking restriction outside number 10 Lily Street Allawah.

Background

2. Council received representation from the residents living at 10 Lily Street Allawah in regards to the difficulty they face in the provision of short term parking outside the front of their home for taxi pickups and drop offs and medical appointments.

3. The residents advised that they are disability pensioners with health issues that require a nurse to come regularly to take blood tests, and that parking for these services is hardly available outside their home.

4. Due to Lily Street’s close proximity to Allawah Railway Station, on-street parking is in very high demand in Lily Street.

5. Furthermore most properties on Lily Street have their off street parking facilitated from the rear of their premises, (being Lily Lane), due to a significant difference between the road level and the entrance to most of the resident’s properties. In the case of 10 Lilly Street, access to road level is facilitated by means of stairways.

6. Accordingly the residents rely on on-street parking on Lily Street for pick up and drop off and medical visits.

7. The installation of a “P10min” parking restriction measuring 7 metres in length outside the resident’s home would help facilitate quick turnover of parking for the resident’s medical appointment needs

8. Furthermore, as the resident’s home is across the road form Allawah Train Station, the “P10 min” will also provide a location to be safely utilised for members of the community who wish to drop off and/or pick up passengers to access Allawah Railway Station.

Financial Implications

9. Within budget allocation. RMS Traffic Facility Grant – approximately $500

File Reference

D18/56285

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

10 Lily Street - 10 minutes parking

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 59

Item: TAC074-18 Delegated Authority to Director of Assets and Infrastructure to approve "Works Zone" applications.

Author: Senior Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

THAT Delegated Authority be granted to the Director of Assets and Infrastructure to approve “Works Zone” applications within Georges River Council Local Roads, without the need to go through the Traffic Advisory Committee.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s approval to delegate authority to the Director of Assets and Infrastructure to approve “Works Zone” applications within Georges River Council’s Local Roads, without the need to go through the Traffic Advisory Committee.

Background

2. Council’s traffic section receives numerous applications for “Works Zone” in Georges River Council Local Roads.

3. While Council clearly indicates on the “Works Zone” application that a minimum of 6 weeks process time is required for the application to be approved; applicants do not adhere by the time frame and expect applications to be prioritised as a matter of urgency.

4. The Traffic Advisory Committee only meets once a month, which prolongs the “Works Zone” application approval time.

5. To help speed up the approval process it is recommended that “Works Zone” applications in Local Roads, where there are no safety concerns with the provision of the “Works Zone” be referred to the Director of Assets and Infrastructure to approve under Delegated Authority from the Traffic Advisory Committee.

Financial Implications

6. No budget impact for this report.

File Reference

D18/57231

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 60

Item: TAC075-18 Ethel Lane, Carlton - Proposed One-Way

Author: Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) That the request for Ethel Lane, Carlton, between Botany Street and Lily Street, to be converted to one-way westbound be approved in principal.

(b) That the residents and businesses in this vicinity be consulted on the proposal.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration of the conversion of Ethel Lane, Carlton to one-way westbound.

Background

2. Council has received correspondence from a resident in Botany Street, Carlton raising road safety concerns in Ethel Lane.

3. A report on this issue was presented at the 4 December 2014 meeting of the Traffic Advisory Committee which included a Road Safety Audit, traffic surveys and a parking survey in Botany Street and Ethel Lane.

4. To address the road safety concerns, Council engaged an accredited Road Safety Auditor to identify all pedestrian and traffic related road safety issues in Ethel Lane and Botany Street. The Audit was conducted in accordance with the “RMS Guidelines for Road Safety Audit Practice” and the “Austroads Guide to Road Safety – Part 6” documents.

5. On site observations by the Auditors showed Ethel lane to be used by low volumes of vehicles and moderate volumes of pedestrians, most of which are generated by the nearby schools (Sydney Technical High, Hurstville Primary and Hurstville High).

6. Another report was presented to the 15 August 2017 meeting of the Traffic Advisory Committee, where the following recommendations were approved:

a. That Council organise a site meeting in Ethel Lane with the resident to discuss the concerns;

b. That Council investigate additional traffic calming measures in Ethel Lane;

c. That Council Officers undertake an inspection to check the visibility of signage in this area and organise tree trimming or adjustment if required.

7. In December 2017 Council conducted a site meeting with the resident and traffic data collected indicated that there was no warrant for speed calming devices. Council has completed the trimming of the trees to improve the sign visibility in Ethel Lane and Cronulla Lane.

8. The RMS Crash Data for the 5 year period between 2012 to 2016 indicates that there has been one recorded crash at the intersection of Ethel Lane and Botany Street (RUM 10 – Cross Traffic) that involved a moderate injury. The resident has advised that there have been many other near misses at this intersection due to the narrowness of the lane and turning vehicles.

9. Ethel Lane is currently two-way and measures 4.9m between kerbs in the section between Botany Street and Cronulla Street. It narrows to a width of 4.1m in the section between Cronulla Street and Lily Street.

Proposal

10. Council is proposing to convert Ethel Lane, between Botany Street and Lily Street, to one-way westbound to assist in improving traffic movements and safety. This proposal is subject to consultation with residents in this area and a further report being presented to a future Traffic Advisory Committee meeting.

11. As there are STOP signs and lines along Ethel Lane, at each intersection, spaced at approximately 40m, the conversion of the lane to one-way is not expected to lead to a significant increase in the speed of vehicles in this area.

Financial Implications

12. No budget impact for this report.

File Reference

D18/57438

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Ethel Lane Aerial

Georges River Council – Traffic Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 3 April 2018 Page 63

Item: TAC076-18 Implementation of Improvements to the Parramatta to Hurstville Bus Corridor M91

Author: Traffic Engineer

Directorate: Assets and Infrastructure

Matter Type: Agenda Items

Recommendation

(a) That the existing “Bus Zone” on the southern side of George Street, Peakhurst, east of Forest Road, be removed and replaced with “No Stopping”.

(b) That the existing Bus Stop on the northern side of George Street, Peakhurst, adjacent to No. 54, be removed.

(d) That the existing Bus Stop on the southern side of George Street, Penshurst, adjacent to No. 27, be removed.

(e) That the existing “Bus Zone” on the eastern side of Cambridge Street, Penshurst, north of Clarence Street, be removed.

(f) That the existing “Bus Zone” on the western side of Cambridge Street, Penshurst, south of Clarence Street, be removed.

(g) That the existing “Bus Zone” on the northern side of Forest Road, Hurstville, east of Queens Road, be removed.

(h) That the “Bus Zone” changes on the State Roads of Henry Lawson Drive and Forest Road be noted.

Executive Summary

1. This report seeks the Committee’s consideration of the proposed “Bus Zone” changes as part of the Parramatta to Hurstville Bus Corridor.

Background

2. The NSW Government has fully funded the Bus Priority Infrastructure Program that aims to improve the reliability of bus services on Sydney’s main bus corridors. The program is consistent with and, recognises and progresses NSW Government policies and Plans, including the NSW Premier Priorities and Sydney’s Bus Future.

3. The Program supports targeted improvements for bus on-time running through a range of initiatives carried out by RMS in partnership with Transport for NSW. These include:

· Combining or removing some bus stops where they are spaced close together

· Extending some bus stops to accommodate larger articulated buses

· Making it easier for buses to move in and out of bus stops by removing or relocating on-street parking

· Reducing potential delays for buses at traffic signals by moving stops to the departure side of the intersection.

4. The bus corridor identified from Parramatta to Hurstville, mainly serviced by route M91, was reviewed as part of the on-time running program. RMS sought feedback in October 2017 on a proposal to improve the reliability of buses on this corridor and a comprehensive environmental assessment was carried out.

5. The RMS received 80 submissions from people and organisations, with feedback about the proposed bus stop changes. The issues raised by the community and stakeholders on the proposals have been considered and some changes to the original proposal have been made in response to the feedback.

6. The final scheme to be implemented has been approved by Transport for NSW and a detailed Review of Environmental Factors (REF) has been prepared which summarises the feedback and the RMS responses. The REF can be viewed at http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/projects/sydney-south/parramatta-hurstville-m91-bus-corridor/index.html

7. The details of the final changes are indicated in the Community Update Document attached to this report.

Financial Implications

8. No budget impact for this report.

File Reference

D18/58276

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment ⇩1

Community Update Document