Delivery Program and Operational Plan

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Consultation has concluded. Submissions closed 5 June 2023.

Our Draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2023/2024 - 2026/2027 provides key actions and services for the 2023/24 financial year, a summary of our major capital works and our longer-term financial information.

As a Council, we are the closest level of government to the community. Many of the services we provide, such as water, wastewater, waste, open spaces, footpaths and drainage, are all critical components of our day-to-day lives.

The next four years promise to remain challenging as our shire grows. We strive to maintain our essential infrastructure and provide new infrastructure as and when required.

Community Information Sessions were held at Wardell and Lennox Head on 17 and 18 May 2023. If you were unable to make it in person, please view the powerpoint presentation along with the presentation video.

Do you have a burning question that you would like answered by Council?

We are taking your questions below and publishing responses from our General Manager and Directors. 👇

Our Draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2023/2024 - 2026/2027 provides key actions and services for the 2023/24 financial year, a summary of our major capital works and our longer-term financial information.

As a Council, we are the closest level of government to the community. Many of the services we provide, such as water, wastewater, waste, open spaces, footpaths and drainage, are all critical components of our day-to-day lives.

The next four years promise to remain challenging as our shire grows. We strive to maintain our essential infrastructure and provide new infrastructure as and when required.

Community Information Sessions were held at Wardell and Lennox Head on 17 and 18 May 2023. If you were unable to make it in person, please view the powerpoint presentation along with the presentation video.

Do you have a burning question that you would like answered by Council?

We are taking your questions below and publishing responses from our General Manager and Directors. 👇

Consultation has concluded. Submissions closed 5 June 2023.

Do you have a burning question you would like answered by Council? 

Your questions will be answered here by Council staff as part of an online community information session. 

Please note questions posted here will not be considered as a formal submission. To make a submission on the Delivery Program and Operational Plan please use the feedback survey.

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    Are the council going to mark parking bays appropriately in streets such as Tamar and Grant Sts? High traffic areas and because the bays are not defined people park in any position making it harder for anyone else to get a park. For example, at Grant St Clinic there's only one Disabled park and is usually taken. In front of the Purple House clinic there's a park big enough for 2 cars but it isn't marked as such. People park in the centre taking up the whole area. Several times I have had my 94yr old mother who's on a wheelie walker where I have to illegally park to get her and the walker out of the car, leaving her on the side walk while I look for a park. Perhaps this area could be made into 2 disabled parking???

    Nichrose asked 6 months ago

    We understand the importance of providing accessible parking options, especially for individuals with mobility challenges.

    Council is currently undertaking a Ballina CBD Parking Study. The study report will be presented to Council in the agenda for the July Council meeting. 

    In response to this reporting, it is expected Council will endorse the public exhibition of the study, including calling for submissions.

    The issues you raise are matters considered in the study and staff are developing cost estimates to enable Council to consider whether or not it can proceed with a range of suggested CBD parking improvements. 

    The exhibition of the study will be an opportunity for Council to consider its priorities for these improvements.

     

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    Relating to Connected Community, CC3.1 - Implement Ageing Plan: Has a Senior's Advisory Group been established? Thankyou.

    lynnyp asked 7 months ago

    At this time, we have not implemented a Senior Advisory Group as part of the Ageing Plan. Our Ward Committees serve as a platform for seniors to voice their opinions, share their ideas, and raise concerns or issues. You can find more information about our Ward Committees at: ballina.nsw.gov.au/council-committees

    We will keep the community informed if there are any developments or changes regarding the establishment of a Senior Advisory Group.

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    With the beautification, practical changes and safety, one aspect is missing. The shared area near Lennox Point Cafe. Bollards need to be put in place on the shop side opposite the park in the laneway access. The vulnerability of pedestrians and diners is of great concern. Should a driver have a medical episode or try to avoid another vehicle, could be disastrous. I do hope i am not the only person aware of these possibilities and hopefully my thoughts will be taken into consideration.

    BPFR asked 7 months ago

    Ensuring individuals' safety is our top priority, and we appreciate your input on this matter. We will review your suggestion and assess the feasibility, effectiveness, and potential impact of installing bollards in the specified location.

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    I question kindergarten and fire station next door to each other and traffic issues with parents driving in and out at peak hour at a busy ( about to be busier) intersection. Also fragile environment destroyed. Why can people be allowed in Epiq to not not comply to their plans that impacts neighbours . I’ve fought council and private certifier for 2 yrs and I’m getting nowhere .

    Janette Stevenson asked 7 months ago

    It is difficult to find sites for these types of facilities as they have many constraints or issues that arise, and after an exhaustive search, Council decided that this site was the best option for the two facilities.

    Site plans were developed to assess a range of issues regarding how the facilities could successfully operate together and this assessment included consideration of traffic and parking matters.

    The RFS facility has development consent. Traffic and parking were further assessed as part of this consent process.  The information presented in the development application considered the site relationships between the two facilities.

    The Preschool facility will only proceed after it also achieves development consent. 

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    When will the drain in Richmond Street Wardell be cleared? When will the speed limit along River Drive be reduced to 60 kilometres per hour?

    Jeanette asked 7 months ago

    The Richmond Street drain clearing project at Wardell commenced early this month and is forecast to be completed during June 2023. 

    Local Councils in New South Wales do not set, manage or assess and design speed limit zones, these are handled by Transport for NSW (formerly known as RMS, RTA or DMR). Submissions for requesting speed zone reviews should made to Transport for NSW.

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    We are aware that council have been completing much needed repair works on roads and laneways on Ballina island as part of the federal and state governments funding. Our only access laneway to our home in Camden Lane is heavily deteriorating and is in dire need of being resealed after last years extensive wet weather and flooding. On numerous occasions council have been out to fill potholes, but the lane substrate is so unstable that the maintenance works do not hold in place. Can you please inform when we will see Camden Lane resealed so that we maintain a safe sealed access to our home. Like other recent laneway re-sealing works completed close by, we prefer smooth Bitumen, so that we don’t have loose blue metal stones being thrown from car tires at our children, houses and fences. Thank you.

    Matt Markham-Lee asked 7 months ago

    As you have noted there is a significant backlog of road repair that is needed and our road projects are assessed and prioritised to align with our annual funding allocation. For example you may have noticed the preparation work on the nearby Bond Lane with asphalt heavy patching treatment in preparation for bitumen resealing later this year. The seal on Camden Lane is over 10 years old and will be considered for bitumen resealing next year, with treatment and resealing similar to Bond Lane. In the mean time general road maintenance will continue as required.  

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    Can council please paint 60 on the road at Meerschaum Vale where the new speed limit is, they’re painted on other roads so why not there? The RMS states some of those type of changes can be done by the council, no one wants to get booked for doing 70 through there because we’re not used to it. It would be a great help

    Phillie asked 7 months ago

    Thank you for your question. In New South Wales, councils do not have the authority to set, manage, or design speed limits. These responsibilities lie with Transport for NSW (formerly RMS, RTA, and DMR). Councils follow TNSW instructions and designs when installing speed limit signs and lines. According to the TNSW design for Wardell Road in Meerschaum Vale, the 60-80km/h speed limit does not require pavement markings.

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    I've notice that alot of our roads are still damage. in particular Bentink street. What is councils timing for repairs

    Paul asked 7 months ago

    The flood events of 2022 caused tremendous damage to our road network. Bentinck Street has received minor repairs since the floods but does require more significant repairs. Our Delivery Program/Operational Plan lists urban streets (page 41) to be reconstructed over the next four years. Capital Expenditure of $610,000 is allocated to Bentinck Street in 2026/27. If you would like the council to reconsider the priority and timing of this capital expenditure, please make a submission to the Delivery Program and Operational Plan | Your Say Ballina

    Submissions close: Monday, 5 June 2023.

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    Do you plan to any water drinking "bubblers" in the CBD as it does get very hot there for locals and visitors ?

    Colin asked 7 months ago

    Several drinking fountains are available across the Ballina Shire. These fountains include a bottle refill spout and sometimes a dog water bowl. Our drinking fountains are typically located on shared paths, in parks and near playgrounds, and in community facilities. A drinking fountain is located near the Ballina town centre in Fawcett Park, adjacent to the Kerry Saxby Walkway that skirts the river foreshore. 

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    When is the Skennars Beach Car Park upgrade expected to commence?

    PC asked 8 months ago

    Following the receipt of the NSW Government Grant, Ballina Shire Council will undertake design work with construction currently planned to be completed next financial year.