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Dogs on Curl Curl Beach - Submissions close 28 February 2012

Site Co-ordinator — 2012-02-08 12:19:29 +1100

Warringah Council is seeking submissions on whether the central section of Curl Curl Beach should be an unleashed dog exercise area at restricted times.

On 13 December, 2011, Council resolved to; “Undertake a study with the view to trialling dog swimming at Curl Curl beach, during non-peak hours and not within 100 metres of the flags and that the study be returned to Council at the earliest possible opportunity.”

The study is focussing on the central part of Curl Curl Beach adjacent to Flora and Ritchie Roberts Reserve which is an unleashed dog exercise area.

It is proposed that dogs would not be allowed on the beach during peak times which would primarily include when the flags are up. They would also not be allowed in the areas where the flags are normally positioned nor in the vicinity of the rock platforms or rock pools.

Under the Companion Animals Act 1998 all dogs in unleashed areas are required to be under effective control of a competent person. Additionally it is an offence to not remove any droppings done by your dog. These requirements would apply to any dogs on the beach with fines starting at $220.

Council is also undertaking an environmental assessment to determine the possible impact to flora and fauna in the area.

Council Policy also currently states that “Before allocating an area as a free-run area for dogs Council will ensure there is no conflict with other users of the area”.

Submissions can be made by emailing council@warringah.nsw.gov.au or writing to Projects Coordinator Dogs on Beaches, Warringah Council Civic Centre, 725 Pittwater Rd, Dee Why NSW, 2099. Submissions close on 28 February.

Update - February 2012

Trail Team 3 — 2012-02-07 15:56:12 +1100

In December 2011, the new Stage 1 trail between Deep and Middle Creek managed by Warringah Council won the prestigious NSW Minister for Planning and Infrastructure’s Sydney Greenspace Award.

Since it’s opening in October 2011, the new Stage 1 trail and pedestrian/cyclist bridge over Deep Creek have proved very popular with the number of users increasing significantly over the summer.

Trail users are reminded that the Narrabeen Lagoon Trail adjacent to the Cromer Golf Club and Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation (Stage 2B) has not been constructed. It is due to be completed in 2014. Members of the public can access the existing 7.2 kilometres of the Narrabeen Lagoon Trail until this time.

Members of the public who access the unofficial track across Cromer Golf Club should be aware that there is a real threat of injury and that they’re using the track at their own risk. Access to the informal track over the weir at South Creek is also unsafe. People who use this route do so at their own risk. Warringah Council does not recommend or endorse the use of the informal track or the weir and also asks that walkers respect the Golf Club’s private property.

At Council’s meeting on 13 December 2011, Council adopted a successful tender to carry out the upgrades to Middle Creek Reserve (Stage 2A ). These works are scheduled to commence in late February 2012 and the Reserve will be closed until the end of June 2012.

For Stage 2B, Council is in the process of formalising agreements with the Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation and the Cromer Golf Club. The public exhibition of the preferred alignment closed 22 December and Council is now preparing the trail designs. The realignment of the Cromer Golf Course is scheduled to commence in late 2012, with the Stage 2B trail works following in 2013.

Warringah Aquatic Centre - User Survey 2012

Site Co-ordinator — 2012-01-31 15:56:20 +1100

Are you a regular user of the WAC or have you recently visited the centre?
Please help us assess the current services of the Warringah Aquatic Centre by completing our on-line survey before 12 February 2012

This survey is conducted annually as part of a National benchmarking study by CERM PI- Universtiy of SA.

Council appoints independent panel

Site Co-ordinator — 2012-01-11 10:50:34 +1100

Following consultation with key local stakeholders, Council has engaged a panel of independent industry experts to provide advice on environmental issues, opportunities and constraints for the masterplan.

Angus Gordon , a leading coastal planner and engineer, is currently identifying the key aspects of wave, water and land interaction occurring along the Collaroy-Narrabeen coastline.
James Carley, a senior coastal engineer at UNSW Water Research Laboratory, is conducting a detailed analysis of the sand dunes within the project area including the history and likely continuing movement of sand along the beach that will need to be considered within any option or plan.
Jennie Powell, a senior environmental consultant with Ecological Australia, is currently researching existing and potential flora and fauna issues which will need to be managed or mitigated by the masterplan.

Opportunities to be involved

Site Co-ordinator — 2012-01-11 10:35:38 +1100

Working with the community is an essential and integral part of the project. In addition to the initial workshop in December there are a number of other opportunities to be involved:

This online forum - by answering the questions you will be able to have direct input into what is considered in the masterplan.
Community information sessions - to be held in February to seek your feedback on the priorities and issues that the masterplan needs to address.
Discussions with local stakeholders to ensure that their issues are clearly identified and understood

Please register your interest in receiving more information about these opportunities to be involved.

If you have any further queries please contact Lia Skountzos, Asset Management Officer at Warringah Council on 9942 2111.

Collaroy SLSC Upgrade - Exhibition of plans

Site Co-ordinator — 2012-01-05 10:30:06 +1100

Warringah Council is exhibiting plans to upgrade Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club. The plans and montage can be viewed online and also at the Civic Centre, Dee Why; Council's Libraries or Collaroy SLSC.

The public exhibition period was from 8 December 2011 to 15 January 2012 and is now closed.

Background information:

Warringah Council is proposing to upgrade Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club to improve its disabled access, public amenities, make it more environmentally friendly and attractive. The upgrade will make the building fully accessible to all – in line with the adjoining Collaroy Beach Reserve and surrounding retail precinct.

The upgrade includes:

Refurbished toilets, showers and change rooms on the ground floor
New, accessible toilets on the first floor.
New lift and platform to enable disabled access to the first floor.
Refurbished club rooms for Collaroy SLSC, Collaroy Swim Club and Collaroy Ladies Swim Club
New louvres, shading devices, energy efficient lights, security door and covered walkway

The changes to the outside of the building have been designed to fit into the local landscape, be attractive and modern, and minimise disruption of views to neighbouring residents, where possible we have endeavoured to be as environmentally friendly as design would allow - refer to the montage.

The plans will be on public exhibition from the 8th December 2011 to the 15th January 2012.

Draft Community Gardens Policy - Public Exhibition

Site Co-ordinator — 2012-01-05 10:17:02 +1100

Draft Beach Parking Permit Policy - Public Exhibition

Site Co-ordinator — 2012-01-05 10:11:11 +1100

Have your say about the Regional Waste Solution

admin — 2011-12-22 12:47:33 +1100

The four councils of Mosman, Manly, Warringah and Pittwater (the SHOROC councils) have agreed to change the way waste is collected across their council areas. The new system will be phased in by 2014-15 and will increase our recycling, keep costs to ratepayers down and be easy to use.

Please have your say about the the new system in the online discussion forum.

What other suggestions do you have to make the system better to use?

zunny — 2011-12-21 13:29:58 +1100

What concerns you most about the new system and how could we address these concerns to meet your needs?

zunny — 2011-12-21 13:27:25 +1100

What do you think may be the benefits of the new garbage collection system?

zunny — 2011-12-21 13:25:43 +1100

North Narrabeen Beach Reserve and Birdwood Park Masterplan

Site Co-ordinator — 2011-12-14 17:00:35 +1100

Warringah Council is working towards a masterplan for North Narrabeen Beach Reserve and Birdwood Park.

Find out more and have your say on the online forum.

What words best describe your vision for the future of the area?

Site Co-ordinator — 2011-12-14 16:36:38 +1100

Any other comments?

Site Co-ordinator — 2011-12-14 12:35:21 +1100

What are the issues you think need to be considered in developing the masterplan?

Site Co-ordinator — 2011-12-14 12:33:06 +1100

What are your ideas for improving the North Narrabeen Beach and Birdwood Reserves?

Site Co-ordinator — 2011-12-14 12:18:44 +1100

For example improvements could include, but not limited to:

types of amenities and facilities eg: picnic facilities, toilets, play areas, etc
viewing areas
car parking
use of open space, landscaping
accessibility
public art
etc

What do you like best about the North Narrabeen Beach and Birdwood Reserves?

Site Co-ordinator — 2011-12-14 12:18:23 +1100

Council report on Community Consultation - Local Government Reform

Project Manager — 2011-12-12 17:04:03 +1100

A summary report went to Council on Tuesday 13 December on the results of stakeholder consultation on local government reform, as well as the NSW government's reform process (Destination 2036). This follows a 2-month exhibition of Warringah's discussion paper, an online survey, discussion forum, focus groups and the receipt of submissions.

The main outcomes of Warringah's consultation are:
1. Strong acceptance that the current model for local government is not sustainable.
2. Strong support from the community and other councils for more shared services.
3. A good level of support from the community for a single Council for the Peninsula. Most popular was the
Warringah-Pittwater-Manly combination. Neighbouring councils oppose any consolidation/ amalgamation.
4. Overall opposition to a single large regional council (of 7 councils).

Click here for the detailed report on Warringah's consultation, including the focus group report.

Update 14/12/11:
Council resolved on 13 December to:
- Note the results of Warringah's stakeholder consultation; and
- Prepare a submission to the government on its Destination 2036 draft Action Plan. This submission will be the subject of a separate report to Council on 14 February 2012.

Draft Mountain Biking in Warringah: Research and Directions Paper

Site Co-ordinator — 2011-12-12 14:21:42 +1100

Council is seeking your comment on the Draft Mountain Biking in Warringah: Research and Directions paper. Comments close COB Thursday 15 December 2011.

The document considers the demand for mountain bike facilities in Warringah and discusses potential opportunities to increase provision. It encompasses all forms of off-road cycling, such as cross country, downhill, dirt jumping and free riding. The document can be viewed online, at the Civic Centre and at each of Council's libraries.

Submissions are to be addressed to the General Manager and can be emailed to council@warringah.nsw.gov.au or posted to the Civic Centre, 725 Pittwater Road Dee Why 2099.

Narrabeen Lagoon Multi-use Trail - Stage 2B - Options paper

Site Co-ordinator — 2011-12-12 14:13:04 +1100

Council has endorsed a preferred solution for the completion of the Narrabeen Lagoon Multi-Use Trail (Stage 2B). The preferred solution is detailed in an Options Report and can be viewed online or at Warringah Council’s Civic Centre or Libraries. Submissions are invited and can be sent to Warringah Council, 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099 or emailed to council@warringah.nsw.gov.au.Comments close 22 December 2011.

Council will now undertake negotiations with the Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation and the Cromer Golf Club regarding access for the trail by 17 February 2012. Following conclusion of the negotiations and the exhibition period the findings will be reported back to Council prior to executing agreements with any party.

Initial Stakeholder and Community Workshop - 5 Dec 2011

Site Co-ordinator — 2011-12-12 13:55:30 +1100

A workshop for key stakeholders was held from 7pm-9pm, on Monday 5 December at North Narrabeen SLSC. Meeting notes are in the library.

More chances to have your say will be announced in the coming months. For further information, please contact Council's Project Manager on 9942 2111

Public Exhibition Period Closed

Site Co-ordinator — 2011-12-12 10:43:58 +1100

The Public Exhibition of funding options for Brookvale Park closed on Saturday 10 December 2011.

Thank you to those who participated in the consultation process and provided feedback. Our consultation partner Straight-Talk will collate this input and the results will be presentated to Council in early 2012.

NSW government releases draft Action Plan for local government reform

Project Manager — 2011-12-07 10:17:30 +1100

The NSW government has released its Destination 2036 draft Action Plan for local government, based on research and consultation with the sector. This plan helps set a roadmap for reform for the next 25 years. It has 5 key initiatives to help ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of local government in serving our communities:

     - Efficient and Effective Service Delivery
     - Quality Governance
     - Financial Sustainability
     - Appropriate Structures
     - Strong Relationships

All councils can examine and comment on the draft plan, with comments closing on 15 February. Community members can also send comments on the plan to Destination2036@dlg.nsw.gov.au

Narrabeen Trail Update - November 2011

Trail Team 3 — 2011-11-24 13:22:08 +1100

On Thursday 13 October 2011, Warringah and Pittwater Councils celebrated the opening of the new Stage 1 Trail and pedestrian/cyclist bridge over Deep Creek.

The plans for the Middle Creek Reserve upgrades (Stage 2A) have been amended to incorporate feedback gained from community and stakeholder consultation. Council is on schedule to commence construction of these upgrades in early 2012.

At its meeting on 22 November 2011, Council endorsed a preferred solution for the completion of the Narrabeen Lagoon Multi-Use Trail (Stage 2B). Council will now undertake negotiations with the Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation and the Cromer Golf Club regarding access for the trail by 17 February 2012. This preferred solution is detailed in an Options Report which is on exhibition until 22 December 2011. Following conclusion of the negotiations and the exhibition period, the findings will be reported back to Council prior to executing agreements with any party.