Greenwich, NSW

Special Resolutions for Changes to Association's Rules - Tom Lawson informed the meeting that the appropriate forms had been lodged with the Department of Fair Trading.

CORRESPONDENCE
Christine Kirkwood informed the meeting of the correspondence which had been received or sent since the last General Meeting (refer attachment A - correspondence register)

FINANCIAL REPORT
In Gus Herstik's absence John Gebler presented the Treasurer's Report (Attachment B) and informed the meeting that the Trading Account balance stood at $441.06 to which $165 being subscriptions received is to be added - subtotal $606.00; from which a cheque for $223.71 is to be drawn to cover cost of printing of the August Newsletter $223.71 - total $482.35.

The cost of printing the August newsletter was unusually high (usually $99) because it is twice the usual size (A4 bigger than A5) and the folding costs extra The newsletter now includes a page dedicated to Neighbourhood Watch matters. The format for the newsletter will be reviewed by committee - comments to date by members is that the August issue was a better newsletter and distributors found it easier to place it in letterboxes.

STATUS OF DA APPLICATION - 72 GREENWICH ROAD
Helen Martins gave an update of developments post the site inspection. A different set of plans was submitted to Council approximately three weeks ago by the Catholic Church . A new architect had drawn the revised plan. Council has indicated to Helen that the matter will be considered by Council's Planning & Building Committee on 3 September. The public can attend and address this meeting.

Nigel Ashton spoke on the revised plans - the plan is for the building to be opened out to Chisholm Street. Most units face north. More trees are to be preserved. The revised plan is more compliant with SEPP5. The driveway is three metres from the southern boundary. There is better parking. Mass is better

The continuing concerns are density; and the proposed third storey facing Greenwich Road. There are too many units: GAG suggests a reduction in the number of units and more flexibility.

Concerned about the precedent this development, if approved as is, would establish. It is questioned why 24 units are being proposed exactly the same: why not vary the types of units - some one unit bed sitters and some 2 or 3 bedrooms.

Dennis Smith (on behalf of FOGS) is concerned by the disruption to the school during the building period; truck movements into the area; parking; pressure could be brought for the amalgamation of Greenwich Public School.Tom Lawson encouraged members to attend the Planning & Building Committee meeting on 3 September and to make opinions known Councillors - particularly East Ward Councillors.

CYCLEWAYS FOR GREENWICH/LANE COVE
Don Murchison told the meeting of his responsibility on Committee to look at further developing and/or enhancing cycleways within the area. He is keen to have speed humps in the municipality modified to be more cycle-friendly and would like to look at the viability of establishing a safe cycle/walking track linking Greenwich ferry with Lane Cove. He is also looking at the possibility of running cycleways along railway lines because they tend to follow a more gentle gradient, there would be less traffic and they should be safer.

Don then introduced Russ Webber, Vice President Bicycle NSW, and local resident, who advised that he had been working with Lane Cove Council for the last five years in establishing a reasonable cycling network in the area. He believes too little consideration is given to cyclists.

Lane Cove has a Bicycle Committee comprising four local representatives including himself who is also VP Bicycle NSW and two Councilors - Vissell and Tudge.

As part of the special cycleways presentation, the meeting then viewed a video on "Cycle Masterplan - Nederlands" which summarised relevant strategies:

1 Increase role of bicycle;

2 make cycling as a means of transport more attractive;

3 address safety issues;

4 consider theft prevention issues;

5 promotion.

Russ responded to a short question time. Cyclists were encouraged to ride around Bicentennial Park, Willoughby.

COUNCILLORS REPORTS
Councilor Rod Tudge addressed the meeting on

Council's bicycle training course in Blackman Park - suited to younger children learning to ride

72 Greenwich Road - Council still assessing it. He is not sure whether Council is going to get an outside assessor. He spoke to Henry Wong on 17 August and was informed that the matter was not going to meeting of 3 September: Henry Wong does not know when it will go before committee/council.

Duntroon Avenue - LEP is coming to Council next Monday night.

Coles carpark - Council approved. The two ramps will open soon; however, access from Sera street will then close.

Strand Estates - site inspection was held last Saturday. Developer was required to fly balloons indicating height, which showed size and height of proposal. The proposal is outside the requirements of Commissioner Andrew's report.

Rosenthal carpark - is on display and is being assessed externally.

Cameraygal Festival commences this Friday - 17 August and runs through to 14 October. The official opening is this Saturday (18 August) commencing 10.30am

The 38th Lane Cove Municipal Art Show will be officially opened on Friday night - 17 August and the viewing will run until 26 August.

Council is still looking for a suitable site for a skateboard park in Greenwich

Council continues to oppose the closure of Hunters Hill High School

A new bus seat has been installed in Greenwich Road; and it has been noted that there is now a request for a bus shelter.

Seniors Parking has been marked by Council officers and the scheme

appears to be working well

Council is upgrading footpaths and Councilor Tudge would like to be informed about any footpath in poor repair.

A member expressed concern about bushes overhanging footpaths.

Another member asked that Council carefully consider the financial concerns of strand - what is Council getting for the valuable property being provided.

Don Murchison suggested that there be community consultation re footpaths - it is often felt by residents more preferable to retain grass verges as opposed to concrete.

COMMITTEE REPORTS
a Planning & Development - Tom Lawson informed the meeting of the formation of this sub-committee and its activities to date (as reported in the August newsletter).

b M2 - Tom Lawson asked Councilor Tudge to inform the meeting of developments to date. The public seek a filtration system, it is not known when the EIS will be available - possibly beginning of September

c Youth - nothing to report

d Neighbourhood Watch - meeting on 5 September. Children are encouraged to enter into Kids School

poster competition

e Work Register - a few enquiries had been made by those seeking services.

GENERAL BUSINESS
a Start Time. Earlier starting time was discussed. When put to a vote 15 voted in favour of earlier starting time: 12 against. However, it was resolved to leave the matter of earlier starting times to committee.

b Special Meeting . MaryEd Hartnell informed the meeting of a Special Meeting to be held on 28 November, addressed by guest speaker, Judy Washington, on "Greenwich around Federation. The meeting will commence at 7.30 and all residents are encouraged to attend.

c First Aid Course - MaryEd Hartnell informed the meeting that five more people are required for a class. Time of class will be determined by attendees.

d FOGS Dennis Smith spoke of the FOGS run on Sunday, 23 September in conjunction with a P & C Fair

e Cycleways - Don Murchison informed the meeting of leisurely bike rides to historic places of interest within Lane Cove on 20 August and 14 October.

CLOSE
There being no further business the meeting closed at 9.40 pm