Notice of Meeting
Local Traffic Committee Meeting
A Local Traffic Committee Meeting of Byron Shire Council will be held as follows:
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Venue |
Meeting Room 1, Station Street, Mullumbimby |
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Date |
Friday, 14 October 2016 |
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Time |
10.30am |
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Committee Members |
Etiene La Grange – Roads and Maritime Services Snr Constable Tony Darby – Police Cr Basil Cameron Tamara Smith MP |
Phillip Holloway
Director Infrastructure Services I2016/1083
Distributed 11/10/16
BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL
Local Traffic Committee Meeting
2. Declarations of Interest – Pecuniary and Non-Pecuniary
3. Adoption of Minutes from Previous Meetings
3.1 Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 27 July 2016
5. Outstanding Issues/Resolutions
6. Regulatory Matters
6.1 Speed Review - Brunswick Valley Way and Shara Boulevard Intersection at Billinudgel 4
6.2 Extension of School Bus Route - Parrot Tree Place, Bangalow...................................... 5
6.3 24.2014.48.1 - Lawson Street and Massinger Street RAB - Approval of Line Marking and Signs Plan........................................................................................................................................... 9
6.4 Event Road Closure - Monthly Criterium Cycle Races, Byron Bay Industrial Estate - Request for Three Year Agreement from September 2016 (Amended)............................................ 12
6.5 Event Road Closure - Rainbow Ride Cycle Challenge - William Flick Lane, Ewingsdale - Sunday, 27 November 2016............................................................................................................... 15
6.6 Event Road Closure - Mullumbimby Music Festival - Burringbar Street and Dalley Street, Mullumbimby - Sunday, 20 November 2016.................................................................. 58
6.7 24.2015.19.1 - Marine Parade, Byron Bay - Regulatory Signage - Extension of Pay Parking Scheme - Endorsement of Council Resolved Time Limits within Wategos.................................. 69
6.8 Event Road Closure - Brunswick Valley Woodchop and Entertainment Committee - Twilight Markets - Mullumbimi Street, Brunswick Heads - Wednesday, 14 December 2016................... 74
6.16 Speeding Traffic - Left Bank Road, Mullumbimby......................................................... 79
6.10 Event Road Closure - Byron Lighthouse Run - Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay - Sunday, 23 October 2016 (Amended).............................................................................................................. 92
6.11 Extension of School Bus Route - Pearces Road and Booyong Road, Booyong........... 98
6.12 Event Road Closure - Soul Street New Year's Eve and First Sun New Year's Day, Byron Bay 101
6.13 Event Road Closure - Falls Festival 2016/17 - North Byron Parklands, Yelgun - Saturday 31 December 2016 to Monday 2 January 2017................................................................ 111
6.14 Bayshore Drive - Proposed Bus Stop Relocation, No Stopping Signage and 30-minute Parking Time Limit............................................................................................................................... 177
6.15 11.2013.587.2 - Mercato on Byron - 108-110 Jonson Street, Byron Bay.................... 181
6.15 Installation of No Stopping Signage at The Farm and Byron Hospital - Ewingsdale Road, Ewingsdale....................................................................................................................................... 206
6.17 Request for Heavy Vehicle Restrictions - Granuaille Road & Lismore Road, Bangalow 207
7. Matters for Traffic Engineering Advice
7.1 Elysium Project - Lawson Lane, Byron Bay................................................................. 214
8. Development Applications
8.1 10.2016.399.1 - Byron Central Health & Wellness HUB - 15 McGettigans Lane, Ewingsdale 217
8.2 10.2016.582.1 - Peddle and Hawk Acacia Street Market - Byron Bay - Every Second Saturday....................................................................................................................................... 219
8.3 10.2016.247.1 - Transport Depot - 25 Fowlers Lane, Bangalow ................................. 225
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.1
Report No. 6.1 Speed Review - Brunswick Valley Way and Shara Boulevard Intersection at Billinudgel
File No: I2016/511
Council at it’s meeting held on 17 March 2016, considered a petition about the subject matter and resolved:
Res 16-105
1. That the petition regarding speed limit on Brunswick Valley Way Billinudgel be noted.
2. That the petition be referred to the Director Infrastructure Services.
An investigation has been undertaken of the Brunswick Valley Way and Shara Boulevard intersection at Billinudgel to determine if a speed zone reduction from 80km/hr to 60km/hr speed is warranted. A site investigation was carried out on the 17 May 2016 at 7:30am. The intersection, currently 80km/hr, was found to be appropriate and there were no issues at this time. A review of the crash data available near this intersection was completed with no common link between the incidents that could be related to the intersection design.
It is noted that the new Shara Boulevard Sports Fields may increase traffic into the intersection in the future as per the Development Application.
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RECOMMENDATION: That the Committee notes that an investigation at the Brunswick Valley Way and Shara Boulevard intersection has been completed and a speed zone review is not recommended at this time. |
BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.2
Report No. 6.2 Extension of School Bus Route - Parrot Tree Place, Bangalow
File No: I2016/900
Council has received an application (S2016/7668) from Mr Pat Bulzomi, Manager/Operator of Bulzomi Bus Lines to extend the existing school bus route N1563 (as shown in green) along Parrot Tree Place in Bangalow. The bus would enter Parrot Tree Place and complete the circuit (as shown in red), before continuing the current route along Tristania Street.
Parrot Tree Place is an urban sealed road of approximately 735m in length in Bangalow. There are 51 land parcels. The operator has stated that there are seven (7) children, aging between 5 to 10 years old, currently using the bus who reside in Parrot Tree Place or streets that are accessed from Parrot Tree Place.
Committee endorsement is sought for the extension of the existing school bus route.
Figure 1 – Subject Site
Green indicates existing bus route and red indicates proposed extension.
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RECOMMENDATION: That Council note the Local Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed extension of the school bus route along Parrot Tree Place, Bangalow. The bus would enter Parrot Tree Place and complete the circuit before continuing the current route along Tristania Street. |
1 Letter from Bulzomi Bus Lines - Request Council permission to extend school bus route to Parrot Tree Place, S2016/7668 , page 7
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.3
Report No. 6.3 24.2014.48.1 - Lawson Street and Massinger Street RAB - Approval of Line Marking and Signs Plan
File No: I2016/916
Background
Byron Shire Council has initiated the construction of a new concrete roundabout at Massinger Street, Lawson Street and Lighthouse Road intersection. There is no record that the Line Marking and Signs Plan has been endorsed by Local Traffic Committee.
Investigation
Traffic control signage for the roundabout looks adequate.
However with the widening of the Massinger Street it appears that up to seven new car parks have been created due to the open drain being converted into a pipe syatem. The installation of three ‘No Stopping’ signs highlighted in red below will remove these seven potential car parks.
A potential reason for ‘No Stopping’ being incorporated into the design is the four properties adjoining the new widening section of road.
During the inspection traffic it was suggested to use Daniels Street to bypass the Roundabout construction site. The Street is very narrow with parking on both sides for residents with single lane access and the current seal is in need of repair and would deteriorate quickly if traffic was diverted down this street. This detour would displace the residents parking and cause issues for the construction team with complaints from the residents. The risk of an incident in this narrow street would also be increased due to sight distance and speed issues.
Estimate
Nil. No additional costs as the project are fully funded.
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RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the Local Traffic Committee endorse all Regulatory Signage for the roundabout.
2. That the Local Traffic Committee not endorse the following:
a. the installation of three additional ‘No Stopping’ signs from 7 Massinger Street to 76 Lawson Street.
b. The use of Daniel Street as a detour around the Lawson Massinger Street Roundabout during the construction phase.
3. That the Local Traffic Committee endorse the installation of 4 hour parallel parking from Daniel St to Kipling St (1 to 7 Massinger Street).
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1 24.2014.48.1 - Lawson Massinger St RAB - DWG - 7661-SL-01 Signs and Linemarking Plan Rev 2, E2016/79304 , page 11
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.4
Report No. 6.4 Event Road Closure - Monthly Criterium Cycle Races, Byron Bay Industrial Estate - Request for Three Year Agreement from September 2016 (Amended)
File No: I2016/917
BACKGROUND:
After consideration at the Local Traffic Committee on 8 June 2016 and subsequent Council resolution 16-389, on the 4 August 2016 Council resolved that:
16-389 Resolved that Council adopt the following Committee Recommendation(s):
Report No. 6.6 Road Event - Monthly Criterium Cycle Races, Industrial Estate, Request for 3 Year agreement from September 2016
File No: I2016/505
1. That the Byron Bay Cycle Club’s Criterium Racing circuit at Byron Bay Industrial Estate, to be held on the first Sunday of each month from 4 September 2016 to the last Sunday in August 2019, be endorsed between these times:
a) Centennial Circuit between Bayshore Drive and Wollongbar Drive, Tasman Way, Wollongbar Drive and Brigantine Street (between Centennial Circuit and Wollongbar Drive) between the hours of 06:00 and 09:00
2. That the approval provided in Part 1 is subject to NSW Police approval being obtained
3. That the attached Traffic Control Plan and Traffic Management Plan be noted
4. That the Traffic Management Plan be implemented as approved
5. That the event organiser:
i. provide wording for Council’s website noting the impact of the event and including the event name, specifics of any traffic impacts or road closures and times, alternative route arrangements, event organiser, a personal contact name and a telephone number for all event related enquiries or complaints
ii. inform community and business that are directly impacted (eg adjacent to the event) via written information which is delivered to the property in a timely manner so as to document, consider and respond to any concerns raised
iii. arrange for private property access and egress affected by the event
iv. liaise with bus and taxi operators and ensuring arrangements are made for provision of services during conduct of the event
v. consult with emergency services and any identified issues be addressed
vi. hold $20m public liability insurance cover which is valid for the event
vii. pay Council’s Road Event application fee prior to the event.
On the 9 August 2016 the event organiser, Mr John Langler, was notified of the approval as detailed in resolution 16-389. Mr Langler then bought it to Council attention that an error had occurred and the event application incorrectly advised the dates of the planned races, being the first Sunday of each month. The correct dates for races will be the second and fourth Sunday of each month.
The Local Traffic Committee members have provided interim approval for the Criterium Cycle Races planned for the 14 August, 28 August, 11 September, 25 September, 9 October and 23 October to go ahead, abiding by the conditions as stated in resolution 16-389. However, ongoing approval for Criterium Cycle Races to take place on the second and fourth Sunday of each month is still required.
REPORT (Amended):
Council has received an Application and Traffic Management Plan from the Byron Bay Cycle Club for Criterium Cycle Racing along circuit at Byron Bay Industrial Estate - seeking continuation of approval from September 2016 to September 2019 and course changes. The Club races on the second and fourth Sunday of the month from 06:00 to 08:30.
The Council Meeting on 8 October 2013 approved the following resolution 13-556:
1. That Council approve the request by the Byron Bay Cycle Club to hold criterion races every second and fourth Sunday of the month between October 2013 and September 2016 within the Byron Bay Industrial Estate, on condition that the Byron Bay Cycle Club hold Public Liability Insurance to a minimum value of $20 million.
2. That the temporary road closures for the event be advertised, at the Club’s expense, in the local newspapers in accordance with the requirements of the Roads Act 1993 noting closures:
a) are to apply from the hours of 6 am to 8 am and once per year to 9 am.
b) include Centennial Circuit between Bayshore Drive and Wollongbar Drive, Tasman Way, Wollongbar Drive and Brigantine Street (between Centennial Circuit and Wollongbar Drive)
3. That the Club send all properties within the area affected by the event a letter advising of the details of the temporary road closures and when they will occur.
4. That any objections received against the proposed temporary road closures and the event be referred to the Local Traffic Committee for consideration.
5. That the Traffic Control Plan be implemented by suitably qualified traffic controllers.
It is requested that the Application & Traffic Management Plan from the Byron Bay Cycle Club for Criterium Cycle Racing circuit at Byron Bay Industrial Estate, to be held the second and fourth Sunday of each month, from September 2016 to September 2019 be endorsed.
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RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the Byron Bay Cycle Club’s Criterium Racing circuit at Byron Bay Industrial Estate, to be held on the second and fourth Sunday of each month from 4 September 2016 to the last Sunday in August 2019, be endorsed between these times:
a. Centennial Circuit between Bayshore Drive and Wollongbar Drive, Tasman Way, Wollongbar Drive and Brigantine Street (between Centennial Circuit and Wollongbar Drive) between the hours of 06:00 and 09:00
2. That the approval provided in Part 1 is subject to NSW Police and RMS approval being obtained
3. That the attached Traffic Control Plan and Traffic Management Plan be noted
4. That the Traffic Management Plan be implemented as approved
5. That the event organiser:
i. provide wording for Council’s website noting the impact of the event and including the event name, specifics of any traffic impacts or road closures and times, alternative route arrangements, event organiser, a personal contact name and a telephone number for all event related enquiries or complaints
ii. inform community and business that are directly impacted (eg adjacent to the event) via written information which is delivered to the property in a timely manner so as to document, consider and respond to any concerns raised
iii. arrange for private property access and egress affected by the event
iv. liaise with bus and taxi operators and ensuring arrangements are made for provision of services during conduct of the event
v. consult with emergency services and any identified issues be addressed
vi. hold $20m public liability insurance cover which is valid for the event
vii. pay Council’s Road Event application fee prior to the event |
BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.5
Report No. 6.5 Event Road Closure - Rainbow Ride Cycle Challenge - William Flick Lane, Ewingsdale - Sunday, 27 November 2016
File No: I2016/919
Council has received an application and Traffic Management Plan (TMP) from Depeche Cycling Promotions for the 10th Annual Rainbow Ride cycle challenge from Currumbin to Ewingsdale, to be held Sunday 27 November 2016.
The Rainbow Ride cycle challenge is a point to point fun sport cycling event from Currumbin (QLD) to Byron Bay (NSW). This is not a race and is open to the general public ages 13 years and above. There are no course road closures (except the finish lane) all roads are open to normal traffic. The small finish area outside Ewingsdale Hall (William Flick lane) is closed between 11am-4pm for rider safety.
The event will finish at the Ewingsdale Hall, located on William Flick Lane, Ewingsdale (a 600m long No Exit Lane). There will be a temporary road closure of William Flick Lane when the riders begin to arrive at the finish line from 11.30am until 3pm. There will be minimum disruption to residents of (William Flick lane) Ewingsdale. To facilitate the riders safely turning right into Hinterland Way, JHA will manage traffic leaving Byron Bay with an intermittent Stop/Go Traffic Management from 11am-4pm. Parking for riders and supporters will be at the north and south end of William Flick Lane with additional parking if needed on private properties in the vicinity.
Figure 1 – TMP Map 19: Finish at Ewingsdale
The certified Traffic Control Plan will be provided to the Local Traffic Committee (LTC) members for discussion and endorsement at the LTC meeting to be held Wednesday 5 October 2016.
It is requested that the application and Traffic Management Plan (TMP) from Depeche Cycling Promotions for the 10th Annual Rainbow Ride cycle challenge, which includes the temporary road closure of William Flick Lane Ewingsdale, to be held Sunday 27 November 2016 be endorsed.
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RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the Rainbow Ride Cycle Challenge to be held on Sunday 27 November 2016, which includes the temporary road closure/s below, be endorsed between these times:
a. William Flick Lane, Ewingsdale between 11am and 4pm.
2. That the approval provided in Part 1 is subject to:
a. separate approvals by NSW Police and RMS being obtained;
b. Implementation of the approved Traffic Management Plan and Traffic Control Plan;
c. The event organiser:
i. advertising the impact of the event via a notice in the local weekly paper a minimum of one week prior to the operational impacts taking effect, noting it must include the event name, specifics of any traffic impacts or road closures and times, alternative route arrangements, event organiser, a personal contact name and a telephone number for all event related enquiries or complaints.
ii. providing a copy of the advert for Council's web page.
iii. informing community and businesses that are directly impacted (eg adjacent to the event) via written information which is delivered to the property in a timely manner so as to document, consider and respond to any concerns raised.
iv. arranging for private property access and egress affected by the event.
v. liaising with bus and taxi operators and ensuring arrangements are made for provision of services during conduct of the event.
vi. consulting with emergency services and any identified issues be addressed.
vii. holding $20m public liability insurance cover which is valid for the event.
viii. paying of Council’s Road Event Application Fee prior to the event.
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1 Event - William Flick Ln - Road Closure - Rainbow Ride Cycle Challange - TMP, S2016/9167 , page 18
2 TCP for Ewingsdale Road - Rainbow Ride Cycle Challenge 2016, E2016/90150 , page 56
3 TCP for William Flick Lane - Rainbow Ride Cycle Challenge 2016, E2016/90151 , page 57
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.6
Report No. 6.6 Event Road Closure - Mullumbimby Music Festival - Burringbar Street and Dalley Street, Mullumbimby - Sunday, 20 November 2016
File No: I2016/976
Council has received an application and draft Traffic Management Plan (TMP) from Planners North for the Mullumbimby Music Festival 2016 to be held Sunday 20 November 2016.
The Mullumbimby Music Festival is in its ninth year and this is the sixth year that the street parade has taken place( no problems or safety issues have been reported in the past).
The proposed festival and associated street parade involves the following elements (Figure 1):
· Temporary road closure of Dalley Street, Mullumbimby between Tincogan Street and Burringbar Street (effective between 11am and 12pm on Sunday 20 November 2016);
· Temporary closure of Burringbar Street, Mullumbimby between Station Street and Dalley Street (effective between 10:45am and 11:15am on Sunday 20 November 2016);
· Use of the single event shuttle bus, “The Magic Bus” (double decker), operating between venues. A Traffic Control Plan will establish the management of pick-up and set down locations; and
· Temporary road closure of Cenotaph Lane (previously Lane 7) between Dalley Street and east of the fire station driveway and Murphys Lane (previously Lane 2); from Cenotaph to Tincogan Street, with both in effect from 4pm Thursday 17 November 2016 through to 8am Monday 21 November 2016.
Figure 1 – Traffic Control Plan (TCP) Concept Design
The certified TCP and finalised TMP will be provided to the Local Traffic Committee (LTC) members for discussion and endorsement at the LTC meeting to be held Wednesday 5 October 2016.
It is requested that the application, TMP and TCP from Planners North for the Mullumbimby Music Festival 2016, which includes the temporary road closures detailed in this report, to be held Sunday 20 November 2016 be endorsed.
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RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the Mullumbimby Music Festival to be held on Sunday 20 November 2016, which includes the temporary road closures below, be endorsed between these times:
a. Dalley Street, Mullumbimby between Tincogan Street and Burringbar Street between 11am and 12pm on Sunday 20 November 2016.
b. Burringbar Street, Mullumbimby between Station Street and Dalley Street effective between 10:45am and 11:15am on Sunday 20 November 2016.
c. Cenotaph Lane, Mullumbimby between Dalley Street and east of the fire station driveway and Murphys Lane; from Cenotaph to Tincogan Street, with both in effect from 4pm Thursday 17 November 2016 through to 8am on Monday 21 November 2016.
2. That the approval provided in Part 1 is subject to:
a. separate approvals by NSW Police and RMS being obtained;
b. implementation of the approved Traffic Management Plan and Traffic Control Plan;
c. that each temporary bus stop, as required by the event, be established in accordance with the accredited Traffic Control Plan;
d. the event organiser:
i. advertising the impact of the event via a notice in the local weekly paper a minimum of one week prior to the operational impacts taking effect, noting it must include the event name, specifics of any traffic impacts or road closures and times, alternative route arrangements, event organiser, a personal contact name and a telephone number for all event related enquiries or complaints.
ii. providing a copy of the advert for Council's web page.
iii. the written concurrence of the Fire Stations on both Gordon Street and Dalley Street, be obtained and copies provided to Council.
iv. informing community and businesses that are directly impacted (eg adjacent to the event) via written information which is delivered to the property in a timely manner so as to document, consider and respond to any concerns raised.
v. arranging for private property access and egress affected by the event.
vi. liaising with bus and taxi operators and ensuring arrangements are made for provision of services during conduct of the event.
vii. consulting with emergency services and any identified issues be addressed.
viii. holding $20m public liability insurance cover which is valid for the event.
ix. paying of Council’s Road Event Application Fee prior to the event.
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1 Application - Mullumbimby Music Festival 2016, E2016/87416 , page 61
2 Draft Traffic Management Plan (TMP) - Mullumbimby Music Festival 2016, E2016/87426 , page 63
3 Proposed Traffic Control Plan - Mullumbimby Music Festival 2016, E2016/89673 , page 68
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.7
Report No. 6.7 24.2015.19.1 - Marine Parade, Byron Bay - Regulatory Signage - Extension of Pay Parking Scheme - Endorsement of Council Resolved Time Limits within Wategos
File No: I2016/984
Agenda item 6.4 of the Local Traffic Committee’s (LTC) meeting held 27 July 2016 was tabled to Council on 25 August 2016.
Council resolved in favour of the Committee recommendation with two exceptions, both of which require Committee concurrence. As copied overleaf (Res 16-467) they relate to:
· Part 2(a), which endorses that a 4-hour (4P) time limit apply across 98% of parking stock within the Wategos Pay Parking area, whereas the Committee had recommended a mix of time limits, namely that a 2-hour (2P) limit to apply to 40% of the parking stock (e.g. at the beach front) while 58% apply 4P and 2% provide special purpose parking (e.g. mobility permit and motorcycle parking); and
· Part 3, which endorses that a 4-hour (4P) time limit apply within the Wategos Resident and Resident Visitors Permit Parking Scheme, whereas the Committee had recommended a 2-hour (2P) limit.
Part 2(a)
In regard to Part 2(a), it is notable that Council (in resolving upon a 4P time limit) is adhering to the recommendation as made in the consultants (TPS) report as tabled to the Committee at the 27 July 2016 meeting (file E2016/65469).
As the Committee will recall, the TPS report recommended implementing Figure 6.1 (as reproduced overleaf in Figure 1). However, with concern for lack of turnover and limited parking at the beachfront, staff had recommended a balanced approach including that 40% of available parking instead apply a 2-hour (2P) limit.
Nevertheless, it is also noted that such concerns can be addressed should or when they materialise. As such, Committee concurrence for Part 2(a) of 16-467 is sought.
Part 3
As for Part 3 of 16-467, it is noted that a 4P limit (permits excepted) within the resident scheme would be consistent with parts of the same scheme operating in Byron Bay. However it provides twice the duration of free, non-permit (i.e. public) parking that the TPS report recommended, which was for a 2P limit (permits excepted), which was subsequently supported by the Committee.
While a greater time limit (i.e. 4P instead of 2P) may result in less turnover and therefore less vehicles parking within the resident scheme, there is a greater likelihood that 4-hours free parking (and without the need of a permit) will place greater demand on the streets than a 2P limit. This is for several reasons. For one, 4-hours free parking is more appealing than 4-hours paid. Two, 4-hours is likely to satisfy more beach-goers or visitors than 2P; and three, especially at peak times, may result in less opportunity for residents or their visitors to park on-street.
These problems are likely to be more acute the closer the parking is to the beach front. For example, motorists will seek to park closest to the pay parking area as possible, but not within it. If this occurs there is potential that the resident streets (with a 4P limit) will attract parking looking to avoid the meter while those with exceptions to paying the meter (E-Permit holders) will dominate the pay parking area.
While such an outcome will defeat the purpose of either scheme, it can be reviewed and changed if found warranted. To this end it is recommended that the Committee concur with Part 3 of Res 16-467 on the proviso staff review the Wategos parking schemes during the first holiday period they apply; and that such review include seeking resident feedback.
Resolution 16-467
16-467 Resolved:
That subject to the concurrence of the LTC Council adopt:
1. That a meter registration pay parking scheme be implemented upon Marine Parade, Wategos between the intersections of Palm Valley Drive and Julian Place on the proviso it is the same as the Byron Bay scheme, for example the same hourly rates, regulations, restrictions, exemption benefits, etc.
2. That the following time limits and ratios be implemented upon the full length of Marine Parade, Wategos and that they apply Monday-Sunday inclusive including public holidays between the hours of 9am-6pm and that outside of such hours the existing sign-posted regulations remain:
a) a 4-hour (4P) limit apply to approximately 98% of parking supply, and that it first be allocated from Palm Valley Drive to the turning circle, and the balance (if any) apply the east end of Marine Parade, from Julian Place; and
b) the remaining 2% of parking supply provide dedicated motorcycle-parking and mobility permit parking, preferably next to beach and commercial property access.
3. That the Byron Bay Resident and Resident Visitors Permit Parking Scheme be implemented in the Wategos area and it include a 4P time limit effective 9am-6pm each day, subject to LTC approval (to be sought as soon as possible).
3. At first possible opportunity that a review be conducted on the paid parking in the Wategos area.
Figure 1: Original Recommendation as per TPS Report (Figure 6.1)
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RECOMMENDATION: That the Local Traffic Committee have no objection to Council Resolution 16-467 and as sought provide concurrence for:
a) Part 2(a), which is for a 4-hour (4P) limit to apply across 98% of parking supply within the endorsed Wategos pay parking area; and
b) Part 3, which is for a 4-hour (4P) limit to apply within the endorsed Wategos resident permit parking area, on the proviso a review including resident feedback is undertaken during the first holiday period the scheme applies. |
1 Out of Session Comments - LTC Report 6.7 - 24.2015.19.1 - Marine Parade, Byron Bay - Regulatory Signage - Extension of Pay Parking Scheme - Endorsement of Council Resolved Time Limits within Wategos, E2016/89850 , page 73
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.8
Report No. 6.8 Event Road Closure - Brunswick Valley Woodchop and Entertainment Committee - Twilight Markets - Mullumbimi Street, Brunswick Heads - Wednesday, 14 December 2016
File No: I2016/986
Council has received an application and Traffic Control Plan (TCP) from the Brunswick Valley Woodchop & Entertainment Committee Inc for the Twilight Markets to be held Wednesday 14 December 2016 and the Fireworks Night to be held Saturday 14 January 2017.
The annual Twilight Markets continue to be a success and bring huge crowds to the township. The event organisers are requesting:
1. Closure of Mullumbimbi Street Brunswick Heads, between The Terrace and Park Street as follows:
a) Closure of the area bounded by the nose-in parking and centre parking bay from 7am until 11pm. This is the "U" shaped provision for parking that is adjacent Banner Park in the vicinity of the children's play area.
b) Request for 2 temporary designated ‘Disabled Parking’ spots outside of the hotel during the morning. The existing 2 spots will have been closed off.
c) Closure of the remaining section of ‘through road’ between The Terrace and Park Street from 12 noon until 11pm.
2. Opening of Memorial Park for parking as follows:
a) Twilight markets – Wednesday, 14 December 2016 from 12noon. This will allow stallholders to get their vehicles off the street before the markets start at 3pm.
b) Fireworks Night – Saturday, 14 January 2017 from 6pm. This will allow for people attending the carnival/housie and through to when the fireworks take place at 9pm to park off the streets.
Appropriately accredited (JHA) staff will be requested to put out the early blockades and the temporary designated ‘Disabled Parking’ signs as per the TCP (Figure 1). Market staff will relocate the blockades at 12 noon. Market staff will also remove the road closed and Disabled Parking signs at the end of the event.
As in the past McGregor’s Amusements will move their ‘ride’ during the night of Tuesday 13 December 2016 and place it over the centre parking bays for erection the following afternoon. This effectively blocks off most of the area as mentioned in Item 1, and the early road closure will ensure that vehicles are not parked indefinitely in the area.
It is requested that the application and TCP from the Brunswick Valley Woodchop & Entertainment Committee Inc for Twilight Markets, which includes the temporary road closure of Mullumbimbi Street Brunswick Heads, to be held Wednesday 14 December 2016 be endorsed.
Figure 1 – Traffic Control Plan
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RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the Twilight Markets to be held on Wednesday 14 December 2016, which includes the temporary road closure/s below, be endorsed between these times:
a. Mullumbimbi Street Brunswick Heads, between The Terrace and Park Street on Wednesday 14 December, as per the following:
i. Closure of the area bounded by the nose-in parking and centre parking bay from 7am until 11pm. This is the "U" shaped provision for parking that is adjacent Banner Park in the vicinity of the children's play area.
ii. Request for 2 temporary designated ‘Disabled Parking’ spots outside of the hotel during the morning. The existing 2 spots will have been closed off.
iii. Closure of the remaining section of ‘through road’ between The Terrace and Park Street from 12 noon until 11pm.
b. Opening of Memorial Park for parking, as per the following:
i. Wednesday, 14 December 2016 from 12noon. This will allow stallholders to get their vehicles off the street before the markets start at 3pm.
2. That the Fireworks Night to be held on Saturday 14 January 2017, which includes the opening of Memorial Park for parking as per the following, be endorsed:
i. Saturday, 14 January 2017 from 6pm. This will allow for people attending the carnival/housie and through to when the fireworks take place at 9pm to park off the streets.
3. That the approval provided in Part 1 and Part 2 is subject to:
a. separate approvals by NSW Police and RMS being obtained;
b. implementation of the approved Traffic Control Plan by those with appropriate accreditation;
c. the event be advertised in accordance with the Roads Act, charged at cost to the organisers;
d. the event be notified on Council’s web page;
e. the event organiser:
i. informing community and businesses that are directly impacted (eg adjacent to the event) via written information which is delivered to the property in a timely manner so as to document, consider and respond to any concerns raised.
ii. arranging for private property access and egress affected by the event.
iii. liaising with bus and taxi operators and ensuring arrangements are made for provision of services during conduct of the event.
iv. consulting with emergency services and any identified issues be addressed.
v. holding $20m public liability insurance cover which is valid for the event.
vi. paying of Council’s Road Event Application Fee prior to the event.
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BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.16
Report No. 6.16 Speeding Traffic - Left Bank Road, Mullumbimby
File No: I2016/699
Both the Byron Shire Council and Roads & Maritime Services (RMS) have received correspondence from Ms Deborah Lilly regarding her concerns of speeding traffic along Left Bank Road, Mullumbimby.
Original correspondence was received from Ms Lilly on 19 July 2016 (document reference #E2016/65435):
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From:
Deborah Lilly [mailto:columbine_harvester@hotmail.com]
Dear Ms Manning
SPEEDING TRAFFIC IN LEFT BANK ROAD 50K ZONE
Further to our telephone conversation today, would you please bring up the above subject at your next meeting with the police and RTA. As you know the road was thoroughly upgraded only months ago, and already the road has been resurfaced again - this would be due to the speeding traffic.
The traffic is dangerous in this 50k zone as cars, trucks and even school busses are usually speeding. Noise, fumes and vibrations are horrendous. I've lived here for 22 years, built my own house and made a big garden. I'll have to give it all up because of the dangerous traffic which has increased substantially mainly due to expansion of Steiner School and Tallowood Ridge housing estate.
I've had communication with Simon Bennett over the years, who had the white paintwork put on the road next to Tallowood turnoff at Tuckeroo Road, this helped the situation.
Please advise who the BSC council member is who attends your meetings with the RTA and police.
Regards Deborah Lilly 20 Left Bank Road Mullumbimby 66843723 |
In response to Ms Lilly’s email E2016/65435, on the 23 August 2016 Council forwarded her concerns to the NSW Police to be lodged with the Highway Patrol Supervisor of the sector concerned (#E2016/78397).
Two traffic counts were conducted on Left Bank Road between the 13-21 July 2016. Traffic Count 161 was located 30 metres West of Tuckeroo Avenue and Traffic Counct 162 was located 50 metres East of Frasers Road. The results for both counts have been attached to this report for consideration.
Following is a record of correspondence relating to this matter:
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Document Reference # |
Description |
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19/07/2016 |
E2016/65435 |
Original email detailing concerns of speeding traffic along Left Bank Road |
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23/08/2016 |
E2016/78397 |
Email to NSW Police regarding Ms Lilly’s concerns |
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23/08/2016 |
E2016/78435 |
Email to Ms Lilly responding to E2016/65435 & advising NSW Police had been contacted |
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24/08/2016 |
E2016/80144 |
Email from Ms Lilly requesting date of next LTC meeting and advising that RMS had contacted her regarding traffic sensors |
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25/08/2016 |
E2016/89347 |
Email to RMS regarding Ms Lilly’s concerns in E2016/80144 & requesting clarification of traffic sensors mentioned |
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30/08/2016 |
E2016/80149 |
Email to Ms Lilly responding to E2016/80144 |
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03/10/2016 |
E2016/89243 |
Email from Ms Lilly requesting her concerns be raised at the next LTC, that the Police monitor Left Bank Road with speed radars and advising that she had contacted both RMS & NSW Police directly |
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04/10/2016 |
E2016/89163 |
Email from RMS with Ms Lilly’s correspondence attached |
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04/10/2016 |
E2016/89349 |
Email to Ms Lilly advising that traffic counts had been completed between 14-21/07/2016 |
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04/10/2016 |
E2016/89350 |
Email from Ms Lilly regarding the traffic counts and signage |
Correspondence received from Ms Lilly on 4 October 2016 (E2016/89350):
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From: Deborah Lilly Sent: Tuesday, 4 October 2016 7:36 PM Subject: RE: Traffic - Left Bank Rd - Traffic Count - RE: Case 191863
G'day Cav
Thank you very much for your prompt response.
I note that the traffic count was used from 14th to 21st July this year. School holidays at Shearwater School in Left Bank Road were from 24th June to 19th July. Therefore your traffic sensor was in use for normal traffic conditions for only two days.
This is most unfortunate as the readings would not reflect the enormous volume of traffic going to and from Shearwater School. There are 500 pupils at the school and I have the impression that many are driven to school by private car, and of course there would be the teaching staff and the College students who drive to school. Furthermore they have big events such as Open Day, Spring Fair, Summer Solstice, Winter Solstice, Wearable Arts Festival, plus all the school plays each term; each event drawing possibly five hundred cars (except the Wearable Arts which would attract visitors not connected with the school and lasts for four days; possibly thousands of cars). My experience of school holidays is one of great relief as far as traffic is concerned. Naturally I have written to the school several times about my concerns
Of course, the new Tallowood Development counts for much more traffic since I came here in 1993. I am now wanting to sell my handmade house because I can't stand the traffic! This is sad. However, if somehow the 50k speed limit could be observed, life would be far more pleasant.
I am curious to know what conclusions you drew from the traffic count and speed assessment? Of course my main concern is that the speed limit of 50k is observed. By the way, the 50k sign on the left approaching the 50k zone from the west has been obscured by trees, until close up. How about some nice solar LED signs that light up such as the one in Clunes that says 50 with red lights all round it, or the one approaching Lismore that says SLOW DOWN. If you'd advise me the cost of a sign like this, I could do some fundraising - perhaps my neighbours would contribute.
With kind regards
Yours truly Deborah Lilly |
On 4 October 2016 RMS requested that Ms Lilly’s concerns be raised at the next Local Traffic Committee for discussion and comment.
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RECOMMENDATION: That the Committee consider the Left Bank Road traffic concerns raised and provide comments.
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1 Traffic Count 161 - Left Bank Road, 30 metres West of Tuckeroo Avenue - 13-21 July 2016, E2016/89353 , page 82
2 Traffic Count 162 - Left Bank Road, 50 metres East of Frasers Road - 13-21 July 2016, E2016/89354 , page 87
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.10
Report No. 6.10 Event Road Closure - Byron Lighthouse Run - Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay - Sunday, 23 October 2016 (Amended)
File No: I2016/987
BACKGROUND
After consideration at the Local Traffic Committee (LTC) on 8 June 2016 and subsequent Council resolution 16-385 (refer to extract below), on the 4 August 2016 Council resolved to endorse the temporary road closures for the Byron Lighthouse Run to be held on Sunday 23 October 2016.
REPORT
It has since come to light that the Council road works currently being undertaken at the intersection of Massinger Street, Lawson Street and Lighthouse Road will not be completed by the event date and as such it is proposed that the event application be reviewed and an amended Traffic Control Plan (TCP) put in place.
It is proposed that the current TCP (Figure 1) be implemented with the following inclusions:
· Temporary road closure of Daniels Street, between 7am and 8am;
· Traffic Controllers managing the traffic at the intersection of Lawson Street and Massinger Street with Stop/Go controls.
Figure 2 is the concept TCP taking into consideration the ongoing Council road works (blue section) at the intersection. There will be three temporary road closures (red lines) and traffic will be directed by Stop/Go traffic controllers (yellow dots) which will allow one lane of traffic at a time to use the intersection.
It is requested that the LTC endorse the amendments to the TCP for the Byron Lighthouse Run to be held on Sunday 23 October 2016.
Figure 1 – Current TCP
Figure 2 – Concept TCP (taking into consideration the ongoing road works)
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RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the 10km Byron Lighthouse Fun Run, to be held Sunday 23 October 2016, which includes the temporary road closures below, be endorsed between these times:
a. Lighthouse Road at the intersection of Massinger Street, Lawson Street and Lighthouse Road between 7am and 8am.
b. Daniels Street at the intersection of Massinger Street and Daniels Street between 7am and 8am.
c. Lighthouse Road between Brooke Drive (at The Pass) and Palm Valley Way (entry to Wategos) between 7am and 8am.
d. Clarkes Car Park closed, including the current Caravan Park access road off Lawson Street, between 6am and 10am.
2. That the approval provided in Part 1 is subject to:
a. separate approvals by NSW Police and RMS being obtained;
b. Local Traffic Committee advice is sought for the event Traffic Management Plan (including Risk Management Plan and Traffic Control Plan/s) prior to implementation of traffic control devices including road closures, noting that:
i. conformance with approved Traffic Management Plan and associated Traffic Control Plans which shall be implemented and controlled by Roads & Maritime Services accredited persons;
ii. all temporary traffic control devices erected for the event must comply with Roads & Maritime Services Guide to Traffic Control at Worksites Manual, not cause a hazard for motorists or pedestrians and be removed immediately following the completion of the event; and
iii. temporary Speed Zone Authorisation is obtained from the roads authority for any reduced speed limit/s required as part of the traffic control for the event; and that where local Council is the roads authority, notification of any reduced speed limit should be forwarded to Roads and Maritime Service and NSW Police.
c. The event organiser:
i. advertising the impact of the event via a notice in the local weekly paper a minimum of one week prior to the operational impacts taking effect, noting it must include the event name, specifics of any traffic impacts or road closures and times, alternative route arrangements, event organiser, a personal contact name and a telephone number for all event related enquiries or complaints;
ii. providing copy of the advert for Council's web page;
iii. informing community and business that are directly impacted (e.g. adjacent to the event) via written information which is delivered to the property in a timely manner so as to document, consider and respond to any concerns raised;
iv. arranging for private property access and egress affected by the event;
v. liaising with bus and taxi operators and ensuring arrangements are made for provision of services during conduct of the event;
vi. consulting with emergency services and any identified issues be addressed;
vii. holding $20m public liability insurance cover which is valid for the event; and
viii. payment of Council’s Road Event application fee prior to the event;
ix. The attainment (by the event proponent) of Cape Byron Headland Trust written concurrence of the event;
x. Consultation with the Beach Byron Bay Cafe and North Coast Holiday Parks Clarkes Beach.
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1 Out of Session Comments - LTC Report 6.9 - Event Road Closure - Byron Lighthouse Run - Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay - Sunday, 23 October 2016 (Amended), E2016/90136 , page 96
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.11
Report No. 6.11 Extension of School Bus Route - Pearces Road and Booyong Road, Booyong
File No: I2016/990
Council has received an application (E2016/83217) from Mr Gavin Beaumont, Operator of Beaumont Buses, to extend the existing school bus route N0120 that currently runs along Houghlahans Creek Road (which is situated in the Lismore Shire).
Figure 1 indicates the proposed bus route extension into the Byron Shire, which will operate both in the morning to pick the school children up and in the afternoon when dropping the school children off. It is proposed that the bus route is extended (red line) into Pearce Road before turning right onto Booyong Road. The bus will then follow Booyong Road until it reaches the intersection at Booyong Road, Tooheys Mill Road and Cooks Road (yellow dot), where it will complete a three-point turn before backtracking along the same route to eventually exit back onto Houghlahans Creek Road.
The proposed extension will service up to 8 children using a 9.5m bus. The operator would like to have approval for buses up to 12.5m in length to allow for use of hired buses in the event that the regular 9.5m bus is out of service.
Figure 1 – Proposed Bus Route Extension into Byron Shire
The Byron Shire portion of Pearce Road (# 551) is a rural sealed road of approximately 920m in length in Booyong. The section of Booyong Road (# 511) indicated is a rural sealed road of approximately 3.9kms in length in Booyong.
On Thursday 22 September 2016, Council officers conducted an inspection of the proposed route and found that there were a number of locations along Booyong Road that would not allow two-way traffic irrespective of whether travelling by car or bus. However, it is noted that there are currently two school bus services (#N0124 and #N0256) that utilise this section of Booyong Road.
During the inspection it was found that there was insufficient sight distance for a bus to conduct a safe three-point turn at the location proposed by the applicant. Alternatively, it is recommended that the bus continue along Tooheys Mill Road before once again meeting up with Houghlahans Creek Road (Figure 2). It is noted that there is a section of Tooheys Mill Road that can flood in extreme weather, at which time the bus may need to complete a three-point turn at the previously proposed intersection.
Figure 2 – Proposed Alternate Route
Committee endorsement is sought for the extension of the existing school bus route into Pearce Road and Booyong Road.
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RECOMMENDATION: That Council note:-
1. The Local Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed extension of the school bus route along Pearce Road and Booyong Road in Booyong;
2. The bus would enter Pearce Road from Houghlahans Creek Road, before turning right onto Booyong Road and then continuing along Tooheys Mill Road to meet up once again with Houghlahans Creek Road.
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1 Proposed Bus Route Extension, E2016/85853 , page 100
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.12
Report No. 6.12 Event Road Closure - Soul Street New Year's Eve and First Sun New Year's Day, Byron Bay
File No: I2016/992
Two key strategies of the ‘Safe Summer in the Bay’ initiative adopted by Council include the Soul Street New Year’s Eve (NYE) family friendly event on 31 December 2016, and the First Sun New Year’s Day (NYD) meditation/yoga event on the 1 January 2017.
New Year’s Eve
Council last year (2015) held the third annual ‘Soul Street’ NYE event which required a road closure of the main street of Byron Bay, being Jonson Street, between Lawson Street through to the car park entry at Railway Park just north of Marvell Street. The same road closure is now sought for the 2016 NYE event to be held Saturday 31 December 2016 with the southern end to close from 12noon and the northern end from 1pm. The road closure would then be lifted no later than 7am the following morning (1 January 2017).
Other closures are shown in Figure 1, such as securing of Council owned and operated public car park (Lawson Street south car park) for participants of the event only (e.g. stall holders) and provision of an emergency vehicle access route under guidance of traffic control personnel positioned at sites 2 and 3. Removal of parking from streets (as per dotted red line) from 6am will also occur as will traffic control personnel which include two at each of the sites (1, 2 and 3) as per previous years, but with an additional two personnel located at the roundabout at the intersection of Fletcher Street & Lawson Street. Please note that a roster for traffic control personnel will accompany the final approved Traffic Control Plan.
Figure 1 – Traffic Control Plan concept
In addition, Council will run a NYE shuttle service between 3pm and 3am from the Cavanbah Sports Centre on Ewingsdale Road (3km west of town) to the site depicted in Figure 2 (e.g. at the top end of the street closure).
Figure 2 provides details on the role of the traffic controllers to be positioned during the day at sites 1 and 2, noting when two personnel are at each site they will assist with control of pedestrian and vehicle movement at the roundabout at the intersection of Jonson Street & Lawson Street.
Figure 2 – TCP for Site 1 and Site 2
Figure 3 – TCP for Site 3
It should be noted the road closure impacts on local taxi and bus operators and interstate coach services. As in the past, these stakeholders will be advised directly and accommodated where possible, noting this NYE the main bus/coach stop will be for taxi and smaller passenger service vehicles only while the bus/coach and larger vehicles will be provided for south of the main stop so as they avoid the turn-around south end of the road closure and can exit directly via Marvell Street. Both south and north bound vehicles can use this temporary bus/coach stop if they wish by detouring or alternatively (as local services do) use the existing southbound bus stop opposite.
Figure 4 – TCP for Detour and Temporary Coach/Bus Stop
New Year’s Day
This year, on 1 January 2016, the First Sun NYD event was held for the first time at the Cape Byron Lighthouse. It was a very successful event with approximately 400 – 500 people attending and it is proposed that the same event be held again on Sunday 1 January 2017.
During the last event, vehicles parked on both sides of Lighthouse Road leading up to Cape Byron Lighthouse and pedestrians walked in large groups along the road. To minimise the impact on traffic flow, a traffic control plan (Figure 5) has been developed for Lighthouse Road.
Figure 5 – TCP for Lighthouse Road
It is requested that the TCP for both the NYE & NYD events, which includes the temporary road closures described above in Byron Bay, to be held Saturday 31 December 2016 and Sunday 1 January 2017 respectively be endorsed.
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RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the Local Traffic Committee supports:
a. Council's temporary traffic management initiatives for the Soul Street New Year's Eve event to be held in Byron Bay and approves the temporary road closure of Jonson Street, between Lawson Street through to the car park entry at Railway Park (north of Marvell Street), from 12noon on Saturday 31 December 2016 and its removal by no later than 7am on the Sunday 1 January 2017.
b. Council’s temporary traffic management initiatives for the First Sun New Year’s Day event to be held in Byron Bay and approves the temporary road closure of Lighthouse Road from Brooke Road (The Pass), from 3am to 8am on Sunday 1 January 2017.
2. That the approval provided in Part 1 remain subject to Council endorsement of the event prior to implementation and is subject to the following requirements:
a. traffic control plans are designed and implemented by those with the appropriate NSW (RMS) accreditation;
b. advertising is undertaken in accordance with the Roads Act, including the publication of a map and explanatory notes in a local newspaper and on Council's website;
c. the letterbox drop of properties adjacent to and prior of the Jonson Street closure and Bay Street, Marvell Street and Byron Street parking changes; and
d. all parties involved in Council's NYE events hold, or least covered by, appropriate and relevant levels of insurance and public liability cover as required by Council.
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1 Traffic Control Plan - New Years Eve 2016, E2016/87432 , page 106
BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.13
Report No. 6.13 Event Road Closure - Falls Festival 2016/17 - North Byron Parklands, Yelgun - Saturday 31 December 2016 to Monday 2 January 2017
File No: I2016/993
Council has received an application and Traffic Control Plan (TCP) from Greg Alderson & Associates on behalf of Look Up and Live Pty Ltd for Falls Festival 2016/17 at North Byron Parklands in Yelgun, that is to be held during the New Year’s period of 2016/17.
The festival will be held from Saturday 31 December 2016 to Monday 2 January 2017. Camper bump in will commence on Friday 30 December 2016. The camping areas close in the afternoon of Tuesday 3 January 2017.
The TCP (Figure 1) is virtually the same as previous years, with the exception of adding a few ‘changed traffic conditions / roadwork ahead’ signs and the layout and presentation have been revised to add clarity and include feedback from Roads and Maritime Services (RMS).
It is requested that the application and TCP from Greg Alderson & Associates for Falls Festival 2016/17 at North Byron Parklands in Yelgun, that is to be held during the New Year’s period of 2016/17 be endorsed.
Figure 1 – TCP concept
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RECOMMENDATION: That the temporary traffic management and regulatory changes within the series of Traffic Control Plans as related to the Falls Festival to be held at the North Byron Parklands site Yelgun between Saturday 31 December 2016 and Monday 2 January 2017 inclusive be endorsed subject to:
a. Separate approvals by NSW Police and RMS being obtained;
b. Implementation of the approved Traffic Management Plan and Traffic Control Plan by those with appropriate RMS accreditation and the holding of current and appropriate levels of insurance and liability cover;
c. The approved event size being sufficient (20,000 patrons) to trigger use of the south car park as per the DA Condition for its use;
d. The temporary ‘No Stopping’ where applied, including on Brunswick Valley Way (between Shara Boulevard and Tweed Valley Way) and on Tweed Valley Way (between Brunswick Valley Way and Wooyong Road), is implemented prior to the event and in accordance with relevant state requirements and Australian Standards;
e. A communications protocol be developed and maintained by those involved in the implementation of traffic management including monitoring and ability to implement contingency plans as and when directed;
f. Monitoring of vehicle volumes that arrive and depart the festival site and on the local road network;
g. The holding of an event debrief within the month following the festival which includes but not limited to Council, RMS and Police;
h. The event organiser:
i. advertising the impact of the event via a notice in the local weekly paper a minimum of one week prior to the operational impacts taking effect, noting it must include the event name, specifics of any traffic impacts or road closures and times, alternative route arrangements, event organiser, a personal contact name and a telephone number for all event related enquiries or complaints;
ii. providing a copy of the advert for Council's web page;
iii. consideration of any submissions received;
iv. informing community and businesses that are directly impacted (eg adjacent to the event) via written information which is delivered to the property in a timely manner so as to document, consider and respond to any concerns raised;
v. arranging for private property access and egress affected by the event;
vi. liaising with bus and taxi operators and ensuring arrangements are made for provision of services during conduct of the event;
vii. consulting with emergency services and any identified issues be addressed;
viii. holding $20m public liability insurance cover which is valid for the event.
ix. paying of Council’s Road Event Application Fee prior to the event.
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1 Letter from Greg Alderson & Associates Pty Ltd - Cover Letter for Falls Festival 2016/17, E2016/89208 , page 115
2 Traffic Management Plans - Falls Festival 2016/17, E2016/89206 , page 116
3 Traffic Control Plans - Falls Festival 2016/17, E2016/89204 , page 152
4 Traffic Monitoring Program - Falls Festival 2016/17, E2016/89205 , page 162
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.14
Report No. 6.14 Bayshore Drive - Proposed Bus Stop Relocation, No Stopping Signage and 30-minute Parking Time Limit
File No: I2016/1004
After consideration at the Local Traffic Committee (LTC) on the 24 June 2015 and subsequent Council resolution 15-350, on 16 July 2015 Council resolved as follows:
Signage was installed on Monday 9 May 2016 as resolved in resolution 15-350. Due to the time elapsed between the original consultation, Council resolving on the matter and the installation of the signage it appears that local business requirements have changed and it seems resolution 15-350 is no longer appropriate for the current circumstances.
The matter has since been reviewed and to improve access to the local business the following improvements are recommended for the western side of Bayshore Drive, north of the intersection of Centennial Circuit, Bayshore Drive and Grevillea Street (refer to Figure 1):
1. Relocation of the existing bus stop (yellow square) back to the original location near the child care centre (red square) located 77m north of the intersection.
2. ‘No Stopping’ to be extended between 62m and 77m north of the intersection (yellow line) to allow easy of access to the relocated bus stop.
3. 30-minute parking time limit be signed between 0m and 35m north of the intersection (purple line), effective Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturday 9am to 12pm.
It is noted that there will be no change to the current 1P time limit between 35m and 62m north of the intersection (red line), as previously resolved in Part 3 of resolution 15-350.
Consultation has been undertaken with the residents and business owners along Bayshore Drive that will be affected by the proposed relocation and improvements, as well as bus companies. A consultation letter was sent on Friday 26 August 2016 regarding the above proposal and advising that written submissions could be made to the Council by close of business Tuesday 20 September 2016.
From this consultation Council received one submission (E2016/81717) on Sunday 4 September that was in support of the proposed improvements.
Figure 1 – Proposed Relocation of Bus Stop
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RECOMMENDATION: That on the western side of Bayshore Drive, north of the intersection of Centennial Circuit, Bayshore Drive and Grevillea Street: a. the bus stop (as demarcated by a single J-Pole) be relocated to approximately 77m north of the intersection.
b. ‘No Stopping’ apply and be signed immediately south of the relocated bus stop, between 62m and 77m north of the intersection.
c. 30-minute parking time limit apply and be signed between 0m and 35m north of the intersection, effective Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturday 9am to 12pm.
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1 Submission of Support from Brett Munro , E2016/87441 , page 180
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.15
Report No. 6.15 11.2013.587.2 - Mercato on Byron - 108-110 Jonson Street, Byron Bay
File No: I2016/991
Details of the earthworks and construction stages for the proposed shopping mall at 108-110 Jonson Street Byron Bay will be tabled at the Local Traffic Committee (LTC) meeting. Council Development Engineers are to attend.
The proposed hours of operation during construction are 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 3pm Saturday. Gatemen are to supervise pedestrians and traffic controllers are to stop northbound traffic on Jonson Street to assist ingress and egress of construction vehicles as required during construction hours. Woolworths is to provide a staff member to manage traffic during truck manoeuvring to the Woolworths loading dock.
Figure 1 – Construction Stage TMP Site Layout
LTC comments are sought for the proposal.
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RECOMMENDATION: That Local Traffic Committee advice is sought on the proposal.
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1 Construction Traffic Management Report, S2016/11441 , page 183
2 DO NOT USE - Out of Session Comments - LTC Report 8.2 – 10.2016.528.1 – Peddle and Hawk Acacia Street Market – Byron Bay – Every Second Saturday, E2016/89785 , page 204
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.15
Report No. 6.15 Installation of No Stopping Signage at The Farm and Byron Hospital - Ewingsdale Road, Ewingsdale
File No: I2016/1010
Vehicles are regularly parallel parking along the road reserve on the north side of Ewingsdale Road adjacent to The Farm, especially during peak times such as school holidays, etc. This presents a number of safety concerns as the road is quite narrow and traffic banks up as vehicles slow down on approach to the hospital roundabout.
It is also noted that as part of the T2E Pacific Highway upgrade the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) highlighted this section of Ewingsdale Road as an area to monitor.
To reduce the risks along this section of road and ensure safety it has been requested that both sides of Ewingsdale Road, between the roundabout at the Pacific Highway interchange and the roundabout at the entry to the Byron Hospital, be signed as ‘No Stopping’ (red line/s) except for the existing Bus Stops (blue lines).
Figure 1 – Proposed signage
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RECOMMENDATION: That both sides of Ewingsdale Road, between the roundabout at the Pacific Highway interchange and the roundabout at the entry to the Byron Hospital, be signed as ‘No Stopping’ except for the existing Bus Stops.
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BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 6.17
Report No. 6.17 Request for Heavy Vehicle Restrictions - Granuaille Road & Lismore Road, Bangalow
File No: I2016/1042
After consideration at the Local Traffic Committee (LTC) on 26 August 2015 and subsequent Council resolutions 15-477 & 15-478, on the 17 September 2015 Council resolved as follows:
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15-477 |
Resolved that Council adopt the following Committee and Management Recommendation(s): That Council: 1. note the concerns raised by the Bangalow Progress Association regarding heavy vehicle use, noise and speed, and traffic volumes in general. 2. note that these concerns include amenity and safety on Route B62, the Bangalow to Lismore route which uses Granuaille and Lismore Roads in Bangalow and the domed roundabout at the top of Byron Street. 3. confirm its previous opposition to signage that the RMS may place on the Pacific Highway north of the Ewingsdale interchange for southbound traffic that directs traffic to Lismore via Bangalow. 4. recommend to the RMS that, if it wishes to proceed with the proposed assessment of such signage, it be carried out only after completion of the T2E upgrade on the basis that: a) the highway is fully operational, i.e. no road works or temporary speed limits apply south of Ewingsdale Road and all associated road works are completed; b) the trial start with no signage for a period of at least three months; and c) if undertaken, the subsequent "with signage" part of the trial be for the same time period. 5. note that load limiting or restriction of general access vehicles (including heavy vehicles such as trucks up to 19 metres, buses, etc) is only permissible on roads where there is a road hazard or asset management issue. 6. note that the RMS is preparing a "Corridor Strategy" which should address speed, traffic volumes, heavy vehicle use, signage, etc. 7. seek RMS advice and approval for signage in regard to heavy vehicle use and noise reduction on Granuaille Road (eg compression braking). |
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1. note the apparent increase in heavy vehicles using Route 62 since the removal of the Binna Burra rail bridge. 2. write to the NSW Premier, the NSW Minister for Roads and the NSW Minister for Police reiterating the Bangalow community's concerns and requesting the following actions by them for Granuaille and Lismore Roads Bangalow: a) Increased police speed patrols on the Bangalow section of Route B62 plus frequent mobile speed camera monitoring; b) Prohibition (and policing) of compression braking within Bangalow; c) Expansion of the 50kph speed zones in the town (i) to commence at the start of the divided road on Bangalow Road, north of Bangalow with clear road markings and differentiation [similar to that in Clunes] and (ii) to commence on Lismore Road between the industrial estate and Rifle Range Road with the same road markings and differentiation; d) Speed activated warning signs 100m after the commencements of the 50kph zones and speed cameras on both Granuaille and Lismore Roads; e) A 40kph zone within 100 metres of the domed roundabout (similar to that now operating on the Highway where it crosses the Bangalow to Byron Road); f) Prohibition of fuel and other hazardous through-freight on Route B62 because of the dangers of overturning at the domed roundabout. The roundabout is upslope of Bangalow’s CBD and a spill would have disastrous impacts on health and on livelihoods; g) Alternatively, prohibition of fuel tankers with trailers, to minimise the danger of fire and explosion due to the same issue; h) Clearer line marking and signage on the approach roads to the domed roundabout including clearer lit roundabout signs, better marking of the roundabout (with reflective markers) and clear give-way markings; i) Clear advisory school bus-stop signage on Lismore Road at its junction with Rifle Range Road. |
As per Item 2 of Resolution 15-478, on 29 July 2016 letters were sent to NSW Premier (E2016/67965), the NSW Minister for Roads (E2016/67969) and the NSW Minister for Police (E2016/67973). Responses have been received and key points highlighted below. Full letters have been attached for consideration.
Letter from Mr Kevin Anderson MP, Parliamentary Secretary to the Deputy Premier and for Regional Roads and Rail (S2016/12109):
“I have also forwarded your letter to the Tweed/Byron Local Area Command and to the Traffic and Highway Patrol Command for their information”.
“Council may be assured that the Heavy Vehicle Taskforce, comprising Traffic and Highway Patrol officers, who work alongside Environment Protection Authority officers, regularly conduct operations during which they inspect heavy vehicles that operate on New South Wales roads. Where taskforce officers observe breaches of the transport and vehicle registration laws, they issue the operators with the appropriate defect and penalty notice”.
Letter from Mr Wayne Starling, Superintendent Local Area Commander, Tweed/Byron Local Area Command, NSW Police Force (S2016/12543):
“However, in regard to the request for increased police patrols of the subject roads, this route is already viewed as a major priority by police and is subject to ongoing and constant patrols and enforcement operations by local police, and notably by Highway Patrol officers”.
“Police will continue to monitor this route to ensure the safety of the road users and residents of the area and constantly assess the need for any additional enforcement operations”.
Letter from Mr John Alexander, Regional Manager Northern, Roads & Maritime Services (S2016/11790):
“Given the nature and number of issues raised in your letter, I think it appropriate they be returned to Council's Traffic Committee for discussion. The Roads and Maritime representative, Etiene La Grange, will be able to provide appropriate advice on these matters”.
On 4 October 2016, RMS Senior Network & Safety Officer, Mr Etiene La Grange, requested that the above matter be raised at the next Local Traffic Committee for discussion and that a meeting between RMS and Byron Shire Council be scheduled to assess the nature of the issues raised and determine an appropriate action plan.
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RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the Committee consider the matter of heavy vehicle restrictions along Granuaille Road and Lismore Road in Bangalow and provide comments.
2. That a meeting is scheduled between Byron Shire Council and RMS to assess the nature of the issues raised and determine an appropriate action plan.
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1 Letter from Mr Kevin Anderson MP, Parliamentary Secretary to the Deputy Premier and for Regional Roads and Rail, S2016/12109 , page 210
2 Letter from Mr Wayne Starling, Superintendent Local Area Commander, Tweed/Byron Local Area Command, NSW Police Force, S2016/12543 , page 212
3 Letter from Mr John Alexander, Regional Manager Northern, Roads & Maritime Services, S2016/11790 , page 213
BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 7.1
Matters for Traffic Engineering Advice
Report No. 7.1 Elysium Project - Lawson Lane, Byron Bay
File No: I2016/1027
ELYSIUM proposes the beautification of Lawson Lane, Byron Bay through an application of artwork and planting - sensitively integrated with existing structures and in collaboration with retail tenants, building owners and residents.
The project deliverables are as follows:
a. activate Lawson Lane through a curated application of high quality art, design, lighting and planting treatment:
· Wall treatments throughout the laneway.
· Install a suspended permanent lighting installation, which is fixed to existing business premises
· Install a permanent suspended sculpture, which is fixed to existing business premises
· Provide an artwork road treatment
· Install wall mounted light boxes
· Install planter boxes to screen bins
· Install climbers and vines.
b. Aid CBD way finding by improving arrival and entry points into Lawson Lane.
c. Enhance unattractive blank walls.
d. Potential to consolidate business waste systems within CBD spaces.
e. Establishment of an activation space in the town centre to encourage street performance, pop-up events and prioritise pedestrian access.
f. Engage young people through a youth arts mentorship program.
g. Use of light to encourage a safe shared zone - day and night.
h. To foster investment and collaboration with business and philanthropists. Business and individuals will be invited to contribute financially and provide in-kind services and materials to support the project.
i. Showcase our community’s creative capability and strengthen sense of community through true creative collaboration - between council, business, philanthropists, artists, design professionals and young people.
The following are draft creative concepts:
It is requested that the Local Traffic Committee consider the proposal and provide comments and advice.
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RECOMMENDATION: That the Committee consider the Elysium project proposal for Lawson Lane Byron Bay and provide comments.
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BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 8.1
Report No. 8.1 10.2016.399.1 - Byron Central Health & Wellness HUB - 15 McGettigans Lane, Ewingsdale
File No: I2016/969
Council has received a Development Application (DA) for the proposed Byron Central Health & Wellness HUB located on the corner of McGettigans Lane and Ewingsdale Road, Ewingsdale as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1 – Proposed site location
Figure 2 – Proposed development site plan
Committee advice on the proposed development is sought and endorsement of the regulatory controls will be proposed.
Detailed design plans will be tabled to assist the committee’s review of the proposal.
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RECOMMENDATION: That the Committee consider the Development Application for the proposed Byron Central Health & Wellness HUB located on the corner of McGettigans Lane and Ewingsdale Road, Ewingsdale and provide comments.
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BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 8.2
Report No. 8.2 10.2016.582.1 - Peddle and Hawk Acacia Street Market - Byron Bay - Every Second Saturday
File No: I2016/879
Council has received a Development Application (DA) from Kulchajam Inc for the operation of the Peddle and Hawk Acacia Street Market every second Saturday in the Arts and Industrial Estate of Byron Bay.
The applicants are seeking permission to run a maximum of 26 markets per year on Saturdays with proposed daytime operations from 10am-5pm and twilight operations 2pm-10pm. This involves the closure of Acacia Street as defined in Figure 1.
As per the original recommendations of the Local Traffic Committee (LTC) when the first three (3) trial events were approved, further reports are provided to Council to seek permanent permissions, covering all aspects of management and operations, and including details on the consultation as undertaken by the proponent with tenants adjacent and within the road closure including their acceptance of conditions upon an ongoing monthly event.
Acacia Street has a low volume, 150m long with 7 accesses affected.
Figure 1 - Diagram of road closure
The event has submitted a draft Traffic Control Plan (TCP) for the road closure. This TCP is suitable.
Committee advice on the proposed market operation is sought and endorsement of the regulatory controls will be proposed.
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RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the Committee consider the Development Application for the proposed operation of the Peddle and Hawk Acacia Street Market, to be held every second Saturday of each month in the Arts and Industrial Estate of Byron Bay, and provide comments. |
1 Event - Acacia St, Byron - Peddle and Hawk Acacia St Market - TCP02 Twighlight Market, E2016/74693 , page 221
2 Event - Acacia St, Byron - Peddle and Hawk Acacia St Market - TCP01 Daytime, E2016/74692 , page 222
3 Out of Session Comments - LTC Report 8.2 – 10.2016.528.1 – Peddle and Hawk Acacia Street Market – Byron Bay – Every Second Saturday, E2016/89852 , page 224
Local Traffic Committee Meeting 8.3
Report No. 8.3 10.2016.247.1 - Transport Depot - 25 Fowlers Lane, Bangalow
File No: I2016/1028
Council has received a Development Application (DA) for the operation of a Transport Depot at Fowlers Lane, Bangalow (McLeods Shoot). The site is used by Solo Waste for the transfer of waste. A previous approval applies to the site to use it as a depot but this will expire on the 1 July 2018 under DA10.2002.480.1. The approval requires works to be done including a turning lane into Fowlers Lane from the Pacific Highway and an upgrade to Fowlers Lane. These works have not been completed. The conditions of the previous consent are as follows:
a) Roadworks to Fowlers Lane
The upgrading of Fowlers Lane, from the Pacific Highway to the access driveway, to Council’s standards with a minimum 7 metre wide sealed road pavement on a 8 metre wide formation. The roadway is to be widened at the intersection with the access driveway to provide an Austroads Type A right turn lane (figure 5.21) for traffic turning right into the access driveway and an Austroads desirable left turn treatment (figure 5.16) for traffic turning left into the access driveway.
b) Roadworks to Fowlers Lane/Pacific Highway Intersection
The upgrading of the Fowlers Lane/Pacific Highway intersection to Austroads Standards, including the provision of a left turn deceleration lane on the Pacific Highway. Formal concurrence will be required from the RTA under section 138(2) of the Roads Act 1993. For this concurrence, an additional two (2) copies of the engineering construction plans must be submitted to Council, together with the following:
· Detailed designs to Austroads Standards.
· Pavement designs for road works.
· Specification for construction.
· Environmental management plan.
· Review of Environmental Factors.
· Traffic Control Plan.
The new DA includes a traffic impact report which indicates that the turning lane from Hinterland Way is not required. The traffic Impact report is attached for consideration.
It is noted that other developers in Fowlers Lane are upgrading sections of this road. The section required by the previous approval is a missing link in these upgrade works.
Comments from the Local Traffic Committee (LTC) are sought on the development proposal and in particular any roads works that may be required to the local and regional road network.
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RECOMMENDATION: That the Committee consider the Development Application for the proposed Transport Depot at 25 Fowlers Lane Bangalow, and the need for any upgrading to Fowlers Lane and the Hinterland Way, and provide comments.
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1 Ardill Payne & Partners - Traffic Impact Study, E2016/88442 , page 227
2 Ardill Payne & Partners - Plans, E2016/88443 , page 276
