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Performance Indicators
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Description Baseline Annual Target Results To Date Status YTD Comments
Number of hectares of active bush regeneration activities.
Number of volunteer hours associated with Bushcare activities
Percentage of environmental pollution complaints responded to within two business days. Baseline - New measure ≥ 20 112 Achieved Our Bushcare Team actively managed 112 hectares of bushland through weed control and vegetation planting.
Baseline 3,049 = 3,200 2134 Not Achieved Compliance with the Public Health Order due to the COVID19 pandemic resulted in not achieving this KPI.
Baseline - 75% > 75% 94% Achieved Of the 397 environmental pollution requests received 373 were responded to within 2 business days.
Percentage of waste customer requests responded to within 48 hours. Baseline - 98% > 98% 98% Achieved A total of 3,716 service requests were completed throughout the year.
The percentage of reported graffiti removed within 5 days.
Number of street trees planted each year Baseline - 84% > 80% 59% Not Achieved Council received an annual total of 436 requests for graffiti removal. Compliance with the Public Health Order due to COVID-19 resulted in not achieving this KPI.
Baseline – 300 =350 660 Achieved In the 12 months to 30 June 2022, we planted 660 trees in streets and parks throughout the suburbs of Allawah, Narwee, Peakhurst, Kingsgrove, Riverwood, Hurstville, Carlton, Beverly Hills, Sans Souci, Beverley Park, Carss Park, Kogarah and Kogarah Bay, as part of the Carlton Canopy Corridor grant project, funded by the NSW Government through the Greening our City initiative. A further nine trees were planted in highly urban areas to acquit the Five Million Trees 'Cool Places, Urban Oasis' grant project. In addition, we supported Planet Ark’s National Tree Day by
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Description Baseline Annual Target Results To Date Status YTD Comments
Kilometres of roads swept Baseline - New measure = 17,800 distributing a further 100 native tree and plant seedlings to schools throughout the LGA. Council also supported the planting of a further 815 native trees and plants at three (3) Council managed reserves in Oatley, Peakhurst and Sans Souci as part of a partnership with Greater Sydney Landcare and Oatley Flora and Fauna under the Creating Canopies in Greater Sydney Program.
22,072 Achieved Sweeping activity has been impacted this year by COVID19 and operational resourcing and other operational issues which has meant that sweepers have not been operating at full potential and capacity.
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Goal 1.1: Council’s environmentally sustainable practices inspire everyone to protect and nurture the natural environment.
Strategy 1.1.1: Ensure the Georges River area is resilient in addressing energy, water and gas usage, sustainable buildings, waste diversion, green corridors, carbon emissions and urban design.
DP Action 1.1.1a: Adopt and implement a Resilience Strategy for Council services.
Status
Completed
Comment The Environmental Resilience Action Plan is available on Council’s website and will be implemented progressively over the 20 year life of the Plan.
Action Name Status Comments
Develop a Resilience Strategy. The Environmental Resilience Action Plan is available on Council’s website and will be implemented progressively over the 20 year life of the Plan.
DP Action 1.1.1b: Reduce energy use at the top 10 Council energy using sites through the Energy Management Plan (EMP).
Status
Completed
Comment All readily achievable energy reduction recommendations in the EMP have been completed. From 1 July 2022 Council will have achieved its 100% renewable energy target three years ahead of schedule. Council continues to work towards net zero carbon emissions and renewable energy targets.
Action Name Status Comments
Implement an Energy Management Plan for Council's top 10 energy using sites. Council has prepared for the implementation of the new regional energy supply agreement, which will commence on 1 July 2022 resulting in the achievement of Council's 100% renewable energy target three years ahead of schedule.
DP Action 1.1.1c: Implement the Tree Management Policy.
Status
Progressing
Comment While Council achieved well over the target of 350 trees planted, tree planting projects are continuing as funded under the Greening Our Cities Program, with a total of 1,000 trees previously expected to be planted during 2021/22. Due to particularly wet weather, planting was delayed, with all 1,000 trees due to be planted by Q1 22/23.
Action Name Status Comments
Implement the Tree Management Policy. Council's Tree Management team have continued to receive a high volume of public tree requests and private tree permit applications whilst continuing to maintain increased proactive tree inspections and packaged tree pruning works, reducing the incidence of reactive works in high tree density areas.
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DP Action 1.1.1d: Identify actions required to reduce the risks from climate change impacts on Council assets.
Status
Completed
Comment The Environmental Resilience Action Plan is available on Council’s website and will be implemented progressively over the 20 year life of the Plan.
Action Name Status Comments
Implement actions to reduce the risks from climate change impacts on Council assets. The Climate Change Risk Assessment and Adaptation Plan was integrated into the Environmental Resilience Action Plan (ERAP). The ERAP is available on Council’s website and will be implemented progressively over the 20 year life of the Plan.
DP Action 1.1.1e: Develop a Waste Minimisation Strategy.
Status
Completed
Comment The Waste Strategy was endorsed by Council in March 2021 after an extensive community consultation program.
Action Name Status Comments
Implement the recommendations of the Waste Minimisation Strategy. The Waste Strategy was endorsed by Council in March 2021 after an extensive community consultation program. The 16 key recommendations of the Strategy will be implemented over the 20 year life of the Strategy through a progressive budget allocation of funds from the Domestic Waste Management Reserve. One such recommendation addressed is the prioritising of contract management through the recruitment for a Waste Contracts Officer, with the successful candidate commencing in Q1 2022/23.
Strategy 1.1.2 Use waste management contracts and practices to divert waste from landfill sites.
DP Action 1.1.2a: Deliver community education initiatives to support environmentally sustainable waste disposal and recycling practices.
Status
Behind Schedule
Comment Recruitment of the Waste Education Officer was finalised.
Action Name
Implement a Waste Education Program. The Waste Education Officer role was filled permanently. An education plan is due to be established and will capture the work involved in developing and promoting resource recovery events and initiatives throughout the LGA. An e-waste recycling event and Household Chemical Cleanout event were both delivered with continued community support.
Status Comments
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Strategy 1.1.3: Help everyone to contribute to a more environmentally sustainable Georges River LGA.
DP Action 1.1.3a: Undertake programs and activities to educate the community on reducing energy consumption, protecting waterways, reducing waste and taking other action to improve the environment, with a focus on climate change projects.
Status
Ongoing
Comment Council's Environment and Sustainability section of the website upgrade was finalised to assist with community education regarding environmental management and protection. Tree planting projects continued as funded under the Greening Our Cities Program, with a total of 1,000 trees previously expected to be planted during 2021/22. Due to particularly wet weather, planting was delayed, with all 1,000 trees due to be planted by Q1 22/23. Council has continued collaborative partnerships with the RID Squad and the Georges Riverkeeper to maintain program and activities for waste reduction and environmental protection.
Action Name Status Comments
Implement activities to educate the community on reducing energy consumption and protecting the environment. Council's Environment and Sustainability section of the website upgrade was finalised to assist with community education regarding environmental management and protection.
Tree planting projects continued as funded under the Greening Our Cities Program, with a total of 1,000 trees previously expected to be planted during 2021/22. Due to particularly wet weather, planting was delayed, with all 1,000 trees due to be planted by Q1 22/23.
Council has continued collaborative partnerships with the RID Squad and the Georges Riverkeeper to maintain program and activities for waste reduction and environmental protection.
Strategy 1.1.4: Develop and implement programs to protect and conserve the natural environment
DP Action 1.1.4a: Implement the Tree Management Policy and Canopy Enhancement Program.
Status
Completed
Comment The high volume of both public and private tree requests has resulted in the development of new operating procedures and practices which have improved the efficiency of works carried out by the tree management team.
As part of the grant-funded Carlton Canopy Corridor project Council has scheduled 1,040 trees to be planted in streets and parkland within the LGA.
Action Name Status Comments
Undertake the 2021/22 Street Tree Planting Program. A total of 511 street trees and 158 park trees were planted this year.
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DP Action 1.1.4b: Implement Council's Bush Regeneration Program to protect, conserve and enhance the natural environment.
Status
Completed
Comment Completed
Action Name
Implement the 2021/22 Bush Regeneration Program. Bush regeneration contractors and volunteers continue to progress bushland resilience work. Our Bushcare Team actively managed 112 hectares of bushland through weed control and vegetation planting.
Status Comments
Goal 1.2: The LGA’S waterways are healthy and accessible
Strategy 1.2.1: Use our role on Georges River Combined Councils’ Committee (GRCCC) to lobby State agencies and other stakeholders for a protected and enhanced Georges River.
DP Action 1.2.1a: Represent Council's ambitions for the Georges River through the GRCCC.
Status
Ongoing
Comment Council continues to support the GRCCC by attending all meetings and contributing to the finalisation of a Catchment Management Plan Scoping Study and the Georges River Foreshore Access and Improvement Plan.
Action Name Status Comments
Support the GRCCC with the development of a Foreshore Management Plan. Council continues to support the GRCCC by contributing to the finalisation of a Catchment Management Plan Scoping Study and the Georges River Foreshore Access and Improvement Plan.
Strategy 1.2.2: Maintain marine and foreshore assets in a safe and functional condition
DP Action 1.2.2a: Maintain marine and foreshore assets in a safe and functional condition and upgrade as required.
Status
Completed
Comment Council's three (3) shark nets have been put on a bi-annual inspection and maintenance schedule. Maintenance has been carried out on the Lugarno boardwalk to reinstate the handrail, install nonslip stair tread nosings and replace walkway boards as required. Bonney Street seawall has been repaired following its collapse in February 2022. Quotes are being sought for minor repairs to the Oatley Park seawall.
Action Name Status Comments
Undertake six monthly inspection and complete maintenance, renewal and upgrade on prioritised marine and foreshore assets. Monitoring ongoing, with rectification as required.
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Goal 1.3: Everyone has access to beautiful parks and open spaces.
Strategy 1.3.1: Ensure all public parks and open spaces are accessible, well maintained and managed to meet the recreational needs of current and future residents.
DP Action 1.3.1a: Implement the annual Parks and Open Space Improvement Programs.
Status
Completed
Comment Annual Parks and Open Space Program executed.
Action Name Status Comments
Implement the 2021/22 Parks and Open Space Improvement Program.
Undertake quarterly Playground Safety Inspection Program. Parks and Open Space Improvement Program ongoing
An operational quarterly routine safety inspection of all playgrounds in the LGA was completed. Risk rating inspections have been conducted on any issues and have been prioritised from high to low and scheduled for completion.
DP Action 1.3.1b: Use the findings of the Open Space, Recreation and Community Facilities Strategy to guide forward works programs and budgets.
Status
Completed
Comment Ongoing program
Action Name Status Comments
Implement the 2021/22 Sportsfield Renovation Program.
Implement the 2021/22 Playground Asset Replacement Program. 2021/22 Sportsfield Renovation Program complete
No funding available for new playground construction; Maintenance of existing playgrounds completed for the year.
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DP Action 1.3.1c: Implement scheduled cyclic painting program across parks and open space, including buildings, furniture and murals to prevent graffiti.
Status
Completed
Comment The Painting Program for Council assets saw the proactive maintenance of a total of 37 parks completed. Additionally, there was an increased focus on the proactive maintenance of street furniture in high pedestrian activity areas such as the Hurstville CBD and Kingsgrove Road shopping strip.
Action Name Status Comments
Undertake proactive maintenance of Council assets in parks. Proactive street furniture maintenance was undertaken on the Kingsgrove Road shopping strip and surrounds and on Forest Road, Penshurst. Proactive internal painting works were undertaken at Hurstville and Oatley Libraries. Carpark line marking was done adjacent to Hurstville Golf Course. Upgraded and rebranded Georges River Council signage was installed in a total of 28 parks and reserves this year.
DP Action 1.3.1d: Implement scheduled cyclic mowing and gardening program across parks and open space.
Status
Completed
Comment The delivery of the 2021/22 mowing and gardening program across parks and open spaces continued to be significantly impacted by persistent adverse weather events in early 2022, as well as COVID-related impacts on staff resourcing. As the weather improved, parks and reserves were well maintained and regular mowing and gardening schedules had resumed.
Action Name Status Comments
Implement the 2021/22 mowing and gardening program across parks and open space. (Executive Manager, Engineering Operations) The delivery of the 2021/22 mowing and gardening program across parks and open spaces continued to be significantly impacted by continued heavy rainfall. Operational teams faced challenges in maintaining regular mowing and gardening schedules due to wet weather and full saturation of all turf fields, parks and reserves.
Staffing resources were also consistently impacted by COVIDrelated illness. Excessive wet weather continued to exacerbate weed and grass growth.
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Strategy 1.3.2: Review Plans of Management for sporting fields, parks, open space and bushland in the LGA.
DP Action 1.3.2a: Continue the review of Plans of Management for sporting fields, parks, open space and bushland within the LGA.
Status
Ongoing
Comment During FY21/22 the following plans of management were under preparation: Generic Plans of Management • Moore Reserve Plan of Management • Penshurst Park Plan of Management • Sans Souci Park Plan of management • Donnelly Park Plan of Management The following Plans of Management were placed on public exhibition from 15 June 2022 to 22 July 2022: • Generic Plans of Management • Penshurst Park Plan of Management • Moore Reserve Plan of Management and Master Plan
Action Name Status Comments
Continue the review of the Plans of Management Programs for Crown Lands in accordance with the Crown Land Management Act. This action is ongoing. Five Plans of Management were under preparation and three were placed on public exhibition.
Strategy 1.3.3: Understand the potential impacts of climate change when developing design principles for parks and open spaces.
DP Action 1.3.3a: Incorporate design principles for parks and open spaces that promote resilience.
Status
Completed
Comment Parks and Open space continue to be delivered using design principles that promote resilience.
Action Name Status Comments
Continue to implement sustainable and resilient design principles in parks and open space projects. All projects utilise sustainable and resilient design principles to develop best practice parks and open space outcomes.
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Strategy 1.3.4 Use the GRC Open Space, Recreation and Community Facilities Strategy to inform the provision of parks and open space.
DP Action 1.3.4a: Continue to implement the GRC Open Space, Recreation and Community Facilities Strategy.
Status
Ongoing
Comment The GRC Open Space, Recreation and Community Facilities Strategy is the guiding strategy for open space and recreation project delivery and programming.
Action Name Status Comments
Identify open space and recreation priorities based on the findings of the GRC Open Space, Recreation and Community Facilities Strategy.
Continue to implement priorities based on the findings of the GRC Open Space, Recreation and Community Facilities Strategy. Project development and design based on GRC Open Space, Recreation and Community Facilities Strategy
Project scoping reliant on the CSP and GRC Open Space, Recreation and Community Facilities Strategy. Funding recently obtained for Olds Park Skate Park based on this Strategy.
Goal 1.4: Local heritage is protected and promoted.
Strategy 1.4.1: Recognise the LGA’s local heritage through heritage listings in LEPs and protection policies in DCPs
DP Action 1.4.1a: Finalise the review of the Hurstville LEP heritage schedule as part of the comprehensive LEP for the Georges River LGA.
Status
Completed
Comment Completed and findings incorporated into the Georges River LEP 2021.
Action Name Status Comments
Prepare a planning proposal to incorporate the recommendations of the Foreshore Scenic Character Review into the Georges River LEP. The project will now be carried out to FY22/23. A pre-exhibition community consultation program will be undertaken to inform the preparation of a future planning proposal.
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Strategy 1.4.2: Capitalise on opportunities to recognise heritage assets in Council services and programs.
DP Action 1.4.2a: Retain and maintain properties with heritage significance through an annual Heritage Building Grants Program.
Status
Progressing
Comment Council endorsed the Heritage Building Grants Program 2021/22 and offers were made to successful applicants. Council also resolved that the successful applicants be given until 1 December 2022 to complete the works and lodge their requests for reimbursements.
Action Name Status Comments
Implement the 2021/22 Heritage Building Grants Program.
Conduct a heritage information session for owners of heritage listed properties. Council endorsed the Heritage Building Grants Program 2021/22 and offers were made to successful applicants. Council resolved that the successful applicants be given until 1 December 2022 to complete the works and lodge their requests for reimbursements
The Heritage Information Session will be held on 4 August 2022 via webinar and 9 August 2022 in person at the Hurstville Entertainment Centre.
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