City of Fremantle

Strategic Plan Progress Report

April 2012

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Monthly Progress against Strategic Plan Projects

Description Indicator

59 Strategic Plan Report Projects reported on

33 Strategic Plan Report Projects at least 90% of monthly target

17 Strategic Plan Report Projects between 40 and 90% of monthly target

4 Strategic Plan Report Projects less than 40% of monthly target

5 Strategic Plan Report Projects with no targets for the period Targets not

set

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Monthly Progress Against Strategic Imperative

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1001 Capability

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1002 Character

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1003 Climate Change and

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1004 Community Safety

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1005 Economic Development

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1006 Transport

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1007 Urban Renewal and

Integration

PROJECTS

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NUMBER OF

ONGOING

PROJECTS

STRATEGIC IMPERATIVE AREA NO. OF PROJECTS AT

LEAST 90% OF

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NO. OF Strategic

Imperative Action

1 Capability 8 0 3 3 2 2

2 Character 9 0 3 4 2 2

3 Climate Change and Environmental Protection 11 0 1 10 0 0

4 Community Safety 2 0 0 2 0 0

5 Economic Development 11 0 9 2 0 0

6 Transport 7 0 2 4 1 1

7 Urban Renewal and Integration 11 4 3 4 0 0

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Actions Details

Target

% Complete

At least 90% of project target achieved

Between 40 and 90% of project target achieved

Less than 40% of project target achieved

Project

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Date

Budget

Expenditure

Actual

Expenditure

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Variance

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Date

Ongoing1.1.1.2 SI - Ensure Fremantle's views are input into local government

reform agendas 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

CEO continues to attend industry seminars and events that provide

updates on process. Minister has appointed a task force to provide a

report on appropriate governance structure for Perth metropolitan

region for the next 50 years. Metro CEO's and maoyrs met recently with

WALGA to determine industry position. This has been accepted by

WALGA State Council. Position accepts reform based around activity

centres.

Comment

1.1.1.3 SI - Develop an integrated councillor portal to provide councillors

with better access to information and learning opportunities 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/09/1101/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Scoping of project requirements completed. Implementation plan being

prepared which will incorporate the Intranet at the same time. Schedule

for completion has been revised and now expected to be September

2011.

Comment

1.1.1.4 SI - Introduce performance review of council decision making

processes and structures 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

This project is currently on hold.

Comment

1.2.1.4 SI - Performance monitor council's financial capacity through

benchmarks 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/01/11 N/A N/A N/A

The City of Fremantle already has established a list of performance

benchmarks for its financial capacity. These benchmarks now have 10

years worth of data to compare with. These benchmarks will be used to

support the development of the 2012 forward estimates budget for

consideration by council prior to commencement of annual budget

process.

Dept Local Govt currently drafting performance criteria as part of the

Comment

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LG reform process, these will be considered when putting together CoF

2012/13 Budget.

1.2.1.5 SI - Determine future resource requirements in accordance with

Corporate Plan objectives 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/12/10 N/A N/A N/A

Developed a workforce plan framework, now waiting for the corporate

plan objectives to be completed to align framework. Business Units

have provided detail in relation to future workforce needs in Dec 2011.

This will be used as a base for any considered changes in 2012/13

budget

City currently reviewing Workforce Plan template with the Interplan

product. The City will look to implement if it is considered appropriate to

our needs in second half of 2012.

Comment

1.2.1.6 SI - Participate in at least one new resource sharing initiative in

partnership with other local governments in the South West region 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Currently meeting through South West Group Shared Services

Committee.

Have recently completed banking benchmark exercise which saved

CoF $26,000 in annual bank fees and are now looking at a review of our

insurance needs to ensure risks are appropriately covered. This will

include discussions with WALGA and our insurance provider.

Comment

1.3.1.1 SI - Community engagement framework implementation

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

A community workshop was held to provide ideas and concepts to

assist the creation of community driven verge maintenance strategies.

The workshop was facilitated by an external facilitator and was attended

by community members, elected members, government and community

organisations. The ideas will be considered by the city and contribute

to the development of a strategy to assist develop greater community

involvement in verge care and maintenance.

A community engagement process was undertaken to gather

community feedback and assist develop the Kings Square Urban

Design Strategy. The process comprised:

o Elected members, City staff, key landowner and community

stakeholders participated in visioning workshop to develop a set of

high-order aspirations for the area.

o This was followed by a design options workshop, involving the same

participants, in developing a range of options to realise the agreed

vision for the site.

Comment

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o An open day was held to allow the community to view the draft plans

and ask questions on a one-to-one basis with the project consultant

and city staff. A guided walking tour around the square was also held to

help put the strategies into context.

o An interactive community workshop was held to facilitate discussion

and feedback on the proposals before the strategy is finalised for

consideration by council.

o A citizens jury, comprised of 25 people reflecting the community

demographics of Fremantle and various community and stakeholder

groups will be held on 5 May. The jury will evaluate the strategies,

select a preferred option and provide feedback explaining their

selection.

o A Councillors workshop on 19 May to present the community

feedback to elected members and finalise the strategy ready for

adoption .

Community feedback was sought to guide the City’s future planning for

play facilities at Moorni Boorn Park in Hilton, which are need of renewal

to be made safe for children to use. Staff held one on one discussions

with parents attending the mobile activity bus (Buster) on 3 April to

gather their feedback, a comment box was available during the

comment period at the toy library and a community meeting was also

held at the park on 17 April.

Ongoing1.3.1.3 SI - Establish strong partnerships with key stakeholders

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Regular formal liaison meetings (Executive officer level) are held with

local key stakeholders and excellent realtionships exist with key

government agency Directors General.

2011/12 will focus more on opportunities for elected members to build

relationships at the Board level with these stakeholders.

Comment

Ongoing2.1.1.1 SI - Provide residency and artists programs to attract artists

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Artists are supported through a range of programs at the Arts Centre

including

Courtyard Music , Large concert music events, Found (shop), Bazaar,

CoF collection exhibited and

Learning Programme and Exhibition Programme

2 studios are available at Moores and the gallery space is booked up to

a year in advance. Residencies average 10 per month. Planning is

underway for possible arts programs at Arthur Head - proposal to be

considered by Council early 2012. With the development of the North

Wing additional arts sapces have been made available with 10 studios

Comment

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in total.These programmes will continue and appear to be growing in

popularity however they only grow to capacity of physical space.

2.1.1.2 SI - Increase communal space for artists to work and support arts

organisations 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Plans for increased artists space at Arthur Head are being developed.

The point st shops continue to be leased with space for new and

emerging arts business. Performance and arts workshop spaces at

Hilton Community Centre are available for hire. Arts Centre North wing

spaces active.

Comment

2.2.1.1 SI - Improve physical presentation of the city's streetscapes

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Works are complete on Mews Road rail crossing project, Ellen Street

and Ord street modifications and completion of Wray Avenue and South

Terrace roundabout. Construction of the Winterfold - Letchford

roundabout in progress.

Comment

2.2.1.3 SI - Greater engagement with youth and more youth activities and

facilities 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

The City of Fremantle hosted the Cockburn, Melville and Fremantle

Youth Agency Network Meeting in April. It was attended by

representatives from 16 agencies in the local area. April school

holidays showcased a National Youth Week event called INCUBATE.

The event included a free concert in Kings Square and the 25 Under 25

art exhibition. An estimated 250 – 300 people attended throughout the

day. This event had promotion in Drum Media, Xpress magazine, RTR

FM, The Fremantle Gazette and Radio Fremantle. Skateboarding

clinics were run when weather permitted. An urban art project creating

two fantastic murals at the Fremantle Leisure Centre attracted 12 young

people.

Comment

2.2.1.4 SI - Strengthen aboriginal relations and investigate facilities for

indigenous people 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

An Aboriginal engagement projectcontinues to be implemented at

Hilton Community Centre. This project is funded by the Department of

Communities and the City of Fremantle and uses art to generate

discussion with Aboriginal people over the age of 45 years on ageing in

Fremantle. the project will produce an Aboriginal art wok which will be

able to be displayed with permission from the participants.

Research is being completed into the management of Aboriginal

Comment

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cultural centres in Western Australia with a report going to the

Indigenous action group in late May.

2.2.1.5 SI - Provide lighting for key heritage buildings

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Lighting Designer commissioned to provide concepts for lighting of

Buildings at Phillimore and Cliff Streets and to complement the installed

lighting at Notre Dame University building. Approval has been sought

from the owners of the buildings at the intersection to implement the

proposed lighting. First stage lighting has been installed at the Moores

Building.

Comment

2.2.1.7 SI - Stronger focus on public art, particularly sculpture - including

developing a policy for % for art in developments 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Celebrating Women in Fremantle C'tte has selected preferred work

from exhibition.

% For Art Scheme

The scheme amendment adopted by Council in Nov forwarded to WAPC

. Final decision from WAPC and Minister not expected before June

2012.

Public Art Policy and plan being drafted

Comment

2.2.1.8 SI - Improve physical presentation of the city including council

buildings 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

The upgrade of Hilton Community Cente, Dick Lawrence pavillion ,

Bruce Lee Public toilets are all completed, works are well in progress

on Arthur Head Old Port project and repair works to the Round House.

A focus has been undertaken on timely removal of Graffiti. Over the

past 10 months about 12,000 square meters of graffiti has been

cleaned within the city.

Comment

Ongoing2.3.1.7 SI - Increase number of events that link with local artists

(particularly emerging young artists) and activities (arts, music, fashion,

food)

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Planning commenced for Street Arts 2012 , sourcing local and

international talent. Arts Centre courtyard sessions include local talent.

Comment

3.1.1.2 SI - Develop action plan for mitigaton/adaptation of expected storm

events and infrastructure needs 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

01/07/1301/07/11 N/A N/A N/A

The Low Carbon plan was released for community consultation and

Comment

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following feedback was subsequently endorsed by Council in October

2011 . The development of the action plans is in progress including

developing outcomes from the critical studies being progressed on the

projected impacts of sea level rise and climate change.

3.1.1.3 SI - Map expected sea level rises and develop a policy response

with a specific plan for the protection of west end heritage 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

01/07/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

As part of the South West coastal Councils' group a Memorandum of

Understanding to share mapping details has been signed. The Coastal

group has received State Government Funding of $70K towards a

consultancy study into the impacts of potential sea level rise. The City

has also recently joined to be a user of the Australian Govt pilot sea

level rise visualisation tool. This project will include ongoing liaison

with Government Agencies and involve site specific analysis of the

potential impact on the City's coastal areas. A draft policy will be

concurrently developed based on the available expert advice.

Comment

3.2.1.1 SI - Initiate Scheme Amendments and Local Laws for improved

sustainable housing outcomes 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/11 N/A N/A N/A

Scheme Amendment 45 - sustainable buildings and related local

planning policy adopted by Council 27.07.11. Scheme amendment

subject to final approval by Minister.

Scheme Amendment 46 - Small Secondary Dwellings - adopted by

Council 27.07.11 and approved by Minister for Planning on 24.11.11.

Scheme Amendment 49 - City Centre strategic sites addresses

increased housing yield in transit-served CBD area and includes

development incentives for best practice 'green' building design. Final

adoption by Council anticipated March/April 2012.

Other possible actions arising from recommendations of adopted Low

Carbon City Plan under investigation.

Scheme Amendment 45 - sustainable buildings and related local

planning policy adopted by Council 27.07.11. Scheme amendment

subject to final approval by Minister.

Scheme Amendment 46 - Small Secondary Dwellings - adopted by

Council 27.07.11 and approved by Minister for Planning on 24.11.11.

Scheme Amendment 49 - City Centre strategic sites addresses

increased housing yield in transit-served CBD area and includes

development incentives for best practice 'green' building design. Final

adoption by Council 28.03.12 - now awaitng Minister's approval.

Other possible actions arising from recommendations of adopted Low

Carbon City Plan under investigation.

Comment

3.2.1.2 SI - Implement heating for the leisure centre pools with alternative

energy source/s 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/10/10 N/A N/A N/A

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Alternative options such as geothermal energy or ground source heat

pumps are currenly being given further consideration and a draft report

has been prepared to compare the various options. A presentation was

made to Elected Members in October 2011. Detailed investigations on

shallow geothermal and ground source heat pumps have been

undertaken. An application has been made for matching funds from the

Federal Government Energy Efficiency program.

Comment

3.2.1.3 SI - Encourage native and community gardens, including those

planted on verges 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

The community is being notified that programs including native plants

and distribution of mulch is available. In relation to the City's public

areas the use of native plants is now common practice.

Comment

3.2.1.4 SI - Identify areas and plan for 1000 new trees to be planted

annually 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/12/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

An area wide planting plan is being finalised. A number of trees have

been planted across the City. The majority of trees will be planted at

start of this years growing season, with all stock to be received by May

2012.

Comment

3.2.1.5 SI - Implement commercial recycling

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

The City has advised commercial premises of options on recycling

bins, is responding to customer requests, and providing collection

services.

Comment

3.2.1.6 SI - Expansion of Green Star rating requirements in all future

commercial developments 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/03/11 N/A N/A N/A

Local Planning Policy in place of unsuccesful amendment to Local

Planning Scheme and related minor Scheme amendment adopted by

Council 27.07.11. Sustainable design requirements included in Local

Planning Scheme as precondition for discretionary additional building

height in East End area - completed 01.07.11. Similar requirements

included in proposed Scheme amendment no. 49 for city centre

strategic sites initiated by Council 24.08.11 and anticipated for final

adoption March/April 2012.

Local Planning Policy in place of unsuccesful amendment to Local

Planning Scheme and related minor Scheme amendment adopted by

Council 27.07.11. Sustainable design requirements included in Local

Planning Scheme as precondition for discretionary additional building

Comment

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height in East End area - completed 01.07.11. Similar requirements

included in Scheme amendment no. 49 for city centre strategic sites

adopted for final approval by Council 28.03.12 - now awaiting Minister's

approval.

3.2.1.7 SI - Develop and implement a Low Carbon City Plan with clear

targets including incentives for residents and businesses to reduce their

carbon footprint

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Plan adopted by Council in October 2011 and implementation of some

actions has commenced. However Plan has actions over a 5 year

period to 2015 so not all actions will be implemented in current year.

Comment

3.3.1.1 SI - Implement staged water management actions for all council

recreation areas with clear targets for reduced water usage 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/11 N/A N/A N/A

The City has developed a water conservation plan to the Department of

Water's requirements and the actions are being progressively

implemented.

Plans are in progress for bore upgrades and reticulation replacement

program for the 2011/12 financial year. A concept plan for hydrozoning

and eco zoning of a reserve is being developed for community

consultation.

Comment

3.3.1.2 SI - Provide incentives for residents to reduce water consumption

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Programs for incentives are being developed including options on verge

treatments. A brochure is available to assist residents on

recommended verge plantings. A link has also been provided to the

Water Corporation's current programs to reduce water consumption.

Comment

4.1.1.1 SI - Implement actions to increase the public safety in Fremantle

(includes CCTV) 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/01/11 N/A N/A N/A

Community Safety Plan 2011-2015 adopted. Implemented party bus

agreement, CBD Patrol being provided by external service. Currently

maintaining this service as service standard is high and a review of the

service is undertaken and understood to ensure we deliver good

outcomes.

Stages 2 & 3 of CCTV program underway with contract being awarded. It

is anticipated the additional 15 cameras will be installed by mid to late

February 2012. Poles have been placed in located positions and

cameras now need to be installed.

Comment

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4.1.1.3 SI - Review and continue to implement initiatives from the

Community Safety Plan and anti-social behaviour working group 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/09/10 N/A N/A N/A

Community Safety Plan 2011-2015 adopted by Council in November.

Initiatives have commenced with CBD Patrol being implemented,

lighting program for main pedestrian areas of South Terrace being

programmed.

CBD Patrol is undetaking introductions with CBD businesses and

providing information on how they may be contacted. General response

times to calls have been within 5 minutes of the call and officers are

noticing that people associated with disturbances are moving on

quickly. CBD Officers will continue to contact businesses and will now

start to look at engaging with local identities and trouble makers in a

bid to establish behaviour standards.

Lighting for South Terrace has started with the underground service

connection upgrades being provided.

Comment

5.1.1.2 SI - Develop a plan for Queen street from the Fremantle Railway

Station to Kings Square 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/11 N/A N/A N/A

This project will commence in the second quarter 2012 as part of the

Kings Square plan.

Comment

5.2.1.10 SI - Establish a Fremantle Economic Partnership to facilitate a

collaborative approach to economic development activities in Fremantle 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1401/06/11 N/A N/A N/A

Fremantle Union established, and the first meetings are currently being

planned.

Comment

5.2.1.2 SI - Establish a City Centre Sites Working Group to work with

private landowners with a view to having these sites re/developed -

including (but not limited to) Westgate, Myer, Coke & Gas, Woolstores

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Scheme amendment to be considered for final approval in March 2012

Comment

5.2.1.3 SI - Attract at least one new government agency to be located in

Fremantle 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

31/12/1101/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Submission to government office Masterplanning discussion paper

completed. Expression of Interest in the relocatation of a government

department to Fremantle has been lodged with the Western Australian

Government.

Latest information from Government Accommodation Project Officers

Comment

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suggests that the earliest the government will make any

announcements is March 2012. The City will keep pursuing

government, but will also move forward on alternatives.

5.2.1.4 SI - Develop a position on liquor licensing that can be advocated to

government for greater flexibility in liquor licensing legislation 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

02/12/1123/09/10 N/A N/A N/A

Following a successful Perth 2011 'Special Event', the City of Fremantle

has written to the Hon. Terry Waldron MLA, Minister for Sport and

Recreation; Racing and Gaming, requesting legislative reform of the

Liquor Control Act and Liquor Licensing Regulations to allow patrons

permission to consume liquor while standing in restaurants that hold a

liquor without a meal permit.

Comment

5.2.1.5 SI - Implement a strategy for City owned sites with staged

completion dates for Spicer site, Point Street site, and Queensgate cinema

redevelopment

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Point Street - Council approved completion o previous process.

Business plan will now be developed for new open tender process.

Spicer Site - Options for the location being considered as part of the

Kings Square Project.

Queensgate - will be considered as part of the Kings Square Project

Comment

5.2.1.6 SI - Facilitate provision of at least one new accommodation hotel in

city centre 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

31/12/1101/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Intial contact made with the relevant officers in Tourism WA who have

dealt with this issue in the past in realation to the Spicer site. Currently

reviewing past work on the Spicer site, including feasibility study.

Thsi project will need to carry over into 2012.

Comment

5.2.1.7 SI - Look for opportunities to attract large private enterprise and/or

develop clusters of service industry businesses 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Potential service industry business clusters have been identified.

Facilitation of the establishment of the first two clusters has

commenced - retail business, and intrastate meetings and

conferences. Establishment of comprehensive database of all

Fremantle businesses has been completed - database has expanded

from 400 to 3,500. Geocoding of the businesses in the database has

been completed, enabling existing business clusters to be identified

by geographic location. Economic Development Coordinator and

Business Network Facilitator have been recruited and are both

engaging with businesses in targetted industry sectors and locations,

leading to an intial series of meetings to explore options for working

Comment

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collaboratively on mutual challenges and opportunities through

facilitated formal and informal business networks.

This will be an ongoing project for at least 2012 and possibly further.

5.2.1.8 SI - Maintain existing government agencies in Fremantle and

identify opportunities for expansion 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Listing of all State and Commonwealth Government agencies with a

presence in Fremantle has been obtained. implementation Plan being

prepared.

Working with developers to secure accommodation for Department of

Transport staff currently located at Marine House.

Comment

5.2.1.9 SI - Develop and implement an Economic Development Strategy that

attracts innovative and creative new businesses to Fremantle with annual

targets for stages of completion

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Fremantle Economic Development Strategy 2011-2015 adopted by

Council on 27 April 2011. The implementation of all nine Actions in the

Strategy has commenced.

Comment

5.3.1.1 SI - Identify a site and develop a business plan for the

establishment of a new visitor centre 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

31/12/1101/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

The identification of potential alternative future sites for the Visitor

Centre and criteria to score the suitability of each site, as a tool for

selection of a preferred alternative site is continuing. This issue is

currently part of the Kings Square Project considerations.

Comment

6.1.1.2 SI - Develop integrated transport strategy that responds to

emerging transport technologies and peak oil 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

The Department of Transport currently scoping strategic network

investigations which will include developing of the Moving People

Network Plan and Moving Freight Intermodal Network Plans. These

plans are expected to be released in mid 2012. Whilst these studies

are underway a meeting was held in January 2012 with the Department

of Transport and other Sate Agencies together with the respective

Planning and Technical Directors' of adjacent local governments to

coordinate and progress a localised transport review in the affected

transport corridors. It is anticipated that this localised approach will

identify the issues and desired outcomes to be addressed.

Comment

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6.1.1.3 SI - Complete planning for public transit corridors linking Fremantle

Railway Station to the expanding urban areas to the south and east of

Fremantle

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Council adopted broad network in October 2011. Second stage joint

project is continuing.

Comment

6.2.1.1 SI - Review existing public transport options to improve access into

Fremantle 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

A report with recommendations has been prepared and was considered

at the Council meeting in August 2011. The Coucil deferred this matter

pending further discussion on suggested options. Further investigations

is being undertaken with the Public Transport Authority including on

encouraging more use of bus services on weekends. A meeting was

held in March with the PTA to explore opportunities in this matter.

Comment

6.3.1.1 SI - Increase cycling infrastructure to a specified target

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/11/10 N/A N/A N/A

Specific sites for infrastructure upgrade have been selected and works

are being progressively installed. Bike parking facilities are at

Bannister Street, High Street west end, South Beach, around Fremantle

Markets with upgrades to shared use paths near Ocean Drive, Rule

Street and Beach Street link road. A contra cycle lane was constructed

as part of the new Mews road rail crossing. Also cycle lanes have been

installed on Queen Victoria Street.

Comment

6.4.1.1 SI - Develop a community supported position on the High Street

upgrade and advocate its implementation to government 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Department of Transport indicated in April 2011 that its preferred

design is option 4. Following discussions with the City the Department

of Transport arranged for an independent analysis of options which was

completed by August 2011. A presentation on the analysis of options

was made to the community in August. This matter was formally

consided by Council at its 24 August meeting and the Department was

advised of the Council's resolution to give in principle support to option

4 A.

The Department of Transport arranged a meeting with the City in

November to discuss this issue. The City raised a number of issues

with option 4 and discussions have been held with Main Roads

representatives on design considerations. A MRWA sponsored key

stakeholder workshop to review the design options is now programmed

for mid year.

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Ongoing6.4.1.2 SI - Work with Fremantle Ports to maximise container number on rail

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Liaison Group meets regularly with Fremantle Ports CEO and key staff.

Discussions include rail movements, however no further specific action

planned at this stage.

Main Roads commenced planning for a replacement Fremantle Traffic

Bridge in late 2011, which provides the best opportunity for signficant

increase in freight on rail, but there is no expectaton of any 'on the

ground' change for the nexy 5 years.

Comment

6.4.1.3 SI - Work with Fremantle Ports and other key stakeholders to

develop a container transport management strategy that maximises

transport efficiency and minimises local impacts

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/11 N/A N/A N/A

Not yet started. Delay in release of Port Optimisation Study by State

Government inhibits being able to commence project with a clear

strategic context to work within.

Comment

7.3.1.1 SI - Prepare business plan for the relocation of council's works

depot 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

A finalised business needs plan has been prepared. Preliminary

investigations on potentially suitable locations or the feasibility of joint

sharing for a new Operations facility is in progress.

Comment

7.3.1.10 SI - Finalise scheme amendments to enable development in the

Knutsford East Precinct 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Alternative strategy of developing voluntary infrastructure funding

agreement with selected landowners only in place of scheme

amendment agreed by Council June 2011. Negative response from

private landowners to approach re involvement in voluntary agreement.

Further consideration of options for LandCorp and City owned land

required - in progress.

Comment

7.3.1.11 SI - Complete planning for city's east end

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Scheme amendment approved and gazetted. Design policy in progress.

Comment

7.3.1.2 SI - Complete planning for Stan Reilly site

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

31/12/1101/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Council has considered the proposals and a resolution has been

passed by council in relation to land use preferences, taking into

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account community engagment. CEO and Mayor have met with Dept of

Land and Administration to recommend vesting and a vesting order is

expected outcome. Announcement to be made in early March.

7.3.1.3 SI - Develop a joint approach to planning for the west end of

Victoria Quay with Fremantle Ports and other key stakeholders 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/11 N/A N/A N/A

Following early discussions with Fremantle Ports the emphasis for the

planning for Victoria Quay has shifted to the eastern area (commercial

precinct). This project will be implemented through the auspices of the

Fremantle Union

Comment

7.3.1.4 SI - Implement a verge management policy

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/11 N/A N/A N/A

A revised verge management policy was adopted by Council in June

2011. This revised verge policy is being phased in over the 2011/12

year. Concepts for improvement works on major City of Fremantle roads

are being developed and funding will be listed in the forward plan

estimates.

Comment

7.3.1.5 SI - Implement a phased five-year program of traffic calming giving

priority to pedestrian and cycle traffic 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

01/07/1501/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

The standards review has been completed with a review of current best

practice systems and subsequent findings. A report was submitted to

Council and the updated standards adopted. This standard is being

used for traffic calming projects within the City.

Comment

7.3.1.6 SI - Conduct examination of scheme provisions to encourage

redevelopment of North Fremantle Town Centre (Queen Victoria Street)

and proceed with amendments if supported

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/11 N/A N/A N/A

Only preliminary consideration of possible approach to project to date,

due to resources being focused on higher priority projects such as City

Centre Strategic Sites planning scheme amendment.

Comment

7.3.1.7 SI - Prepare Streetscape Enhancement Plan for revitalisation of

Hilton Village 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1301/07/11 N/A N/A N/A

Not yet commenced - project may be rescheduled although not

considered a priority for 2012

Comment

7.3.1.8 SI - Finalise structure planning with Landcorp for the Swanbourne

Street Structure Plan Area 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1201/07/10 N/A N/A N/A

Preliminary discussions held with LandCorp and developer partner in

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October 2011 regarding key issues for them to address in undertaking

further structure plan preparation work. Timetable for further work

regulated by contractual arrangements between LandCorp and

developer partner - outside City's control. Action needs rescheduling to

2012-13.

7.3.1.9 SI - Implement council streetscape improvements for the east end

to encourage development 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

30/06/1230/06/11 N/A N/A N/A

Implementation of the Queen Victoria Street roadworks between Parry

and James Street commenced in July 2011 and the project upgrade

works including the streetscape treatment is completed .

Comment

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