The Adelaide City Council invites comment from the community on the Draft 2016-17 The Adelaide City Council is inviting comment on the draft 2016-17. This document sets out the objectives and services Council will deliver for the community in 2016-17 in working toward its vision to make Adelaide a smart, green, liveable, boutique city full of rich experiences. Included in this consultation pack: Summary of the draft 2016-17 Submission Form For more information and to view the full draft 2016-17 Integrated Business Plan, please visit Consultation closes at 5:30pm Tuesday 31 May 2016.
Lord Mayor s Message Welcome to the draft Adelaide City Council for 2016-17. Council has recently released its draft 2016-2020 Strategic Plan for public consultation, which sets the framework for everything we do for the next four years. Our vision is for Adelaide to be a smart, green, liveable, boutique city full of rich experiences. Strong integration between the 2016-17 and the Strategic Plan is evident. We have allocated significant funding in areas that will help us to develop an innovative and smart city, progress our objective of becoming a carbon neutral city and an increasingly green and liveable city, while embracing our cultural heritage to reinforce our reputation as a world leading creative city. With our City continuing to grow, we must focus on what makes Adelaide one of the most liveable cities in the world; the essentials that Council does so well. We must continue to deliver high-quality services and invest in infrastructure in a fair, equitable and cost effective way. This includes investing $32.7 million in asset renewals, including $6.4 million towards roads. Adelaide City Council is committed to developing Adelaide s reputation as a Smart City and to using Smart Technology to enhance the city experience. The allocates $8.8 million to developing further Smart City and Smart Organisation initiatives, putting people at the centre of everything and growing a smart, liveable and sustainable city through the rollout of projects such as Smart Parking and Smart Lighting. It also allocates $298,000 towards the Adelaide Smart City Studio program to connect Adelaide s entrepreneurs with development opportunities across the globe. The also places strong emphasis on supporting business growth, as well as strengthening the relationship between business and Council. We are investing a further $388,000 into a range of initiatives, including seminars and events for small businesses, entrepreneur support programs, and investment attraction and trade growth workshops. Also reflected is Council s ongoing commitment to creating a greener, more liveable city. We have allocated $2.4 million towards the Greener Streets Program to increase greenery in built-up areas of the City by 100,000 square metres by 2020. A further $1.4 million has been allocated for specific Carbon Neutral Adelaide climate change initiatives to undertake genuine reductions in the City s greenhouse emissions. To enhance our reputation as a leading creative city, Council is working with the State Government and Music SA to develop a new winter festival, to be launched this financial year. We will also provide $204,000 in financial support to assist art and cultural individuals and groups to deliver inspiring art, cultural and multicultural projects. We value your opinion and are keen to hear your thoughts on what is being proposed. Please go to to have your say. We all have an important role to play in enhancing Adelaide s reputation as a world-class, liveable city. Thank you for your support. Martin Haese LORD MAYOR
Purpose The purpose of this consultation is to invite comment on the Adelaide City Council s draft 2016-17. Timeline 11 May 2016 31 May 2016: PUBLIC CONSULTATION PERIOD 23 May 2016: PUBLIC HEARING - Public Submissions and Q&A with Elected Members 21 June 2016: COUNCIL ADOPTS FINAL 2016-17 INTEGRATED BUSINESS PLAN Background This document is the key annual operational and financial planning document of the Adelaide City Council. It describes what services and projects Council plans to provide in the upcoming financial year, and how it plans to allocate its budget. Council s business plan is concerned with delivery of key projects along with on-going services such as maintaining roads and footpaths, waste collection, cleansing and Park Lands maintenance. The development of the draft Strategic Plan was informed by extensive community engagement through Picture Adelaide 2040. This project employed a broad mix of traditional and innovative consultation methods to engage with the widest possible range of stakeholders and community members. Over 2,000 people were involved in Picture Adelaide 2040 and have inspired the development of the draft 2016-17. This year the Strategic Plan and are directly aligned. The is presented under the four themes identified in the Strategic Plan: 1. Smart 2. Green 3. Liveable 4. Creative The final, scheduled for adoption in June 2016, will be based on the final 2016-2020 Strategic Plan and will incorporate any changes from public consultation of the draft Strategic Plan and draft. Frequently Asked Questions Frequently asked questions can be found at It has been developed in the context of delivering Council s long term strategic direction as set out in the Strategic Management Plan documents. These documents are required by the Local Government Act 1999 and include the: Draft City of Adelaide 2016-2020 Strategic Plan; Infrastructure and Asset Management Plans; and Corporation Plan 2012-2016. These plans outline the Council's objectives over a four year period. The draft Strategic Plan provides a vision for the City - Adelaide is a smart, green, liveable, boutique city full of rich experiences. They show how Council intends to achieve its vision through sustainable growth and seeking to balance the Council s responsibility to provide quality and value in local government services for ratepayers, with its wider responsibilities under the City of Adelaide Act 1998 in managing the City and the Park Lands on behalf of all those who live, visit, work or study in the City.
Highlights for 2016-17 Leveraging growth from new development activity in the City to relieve cost of living and overhead cost pressures on City residents and businesses, limiting the general rate increase on existing properties to Adelaide CPI Strong commitment to a significant and sustained funding for investment in the city infrastructure management program of $36 million p.a. over the next three years Progressing climate change initiatives to deliver Adelaide City Council and the State Government s shared vision for the City of Adelaide to be the world s first carbon neutral City Creating a Smart City through growing a smart, liveable and sustainable city with a strong sense of connectedness enabled by smart technology (Smart Organisation) Delivering community celebrations, such as Christmas in the City and Adelaide s New Year s Eve, that are open and inclusive and provide a safe, family friendly environment in the City for the public Attracting new financial investment and new businesses to establish in the City, and support existing businesses to grow their presence in the City and expand into overseas markets Increasing the number of trees in residential streets where they are most needed and most supported by the community through the Greener Streets Program Promotion of cultural, business and social connections between Adelaide and international communities through Sister Cities and other partnerships Delivering a range of public art capital projects that will contribute to the development of Adelaide as the premier international arts market Development of the Adelaide 2040 Plan which will provide a fully integrated land use, built form, public realm and transport plan for the City, with high-level spatial representations of the long term city vision Working with our Strategic Partners (such as Renew Adelaide, Study Adelaide and Adelaide Convention Bureau) to drive economic value in the City Implementing waste and recycling services that contribute to Council s strategic goals as well as meet customer expectations Stimulating demand for City living through the development and implementation of a marketing strategy, action plan and campaign Providing support for creative and technical innovation and engaging with businesses to grow and develop entrepreneurial ventures to cement Adelaide as a great place to start and grow a business Providing sponsorship/grant funding support to assist art, cultural and community groups and organisations to deliver inspiring art, cultural and multicultural activities, events, programs or services that make a positive and creative contribution to the City Gawler Place Redevelopment At its meeting on May 10, Council endorsed a motion to progress the next stage of the Rundle Mall Master Plan, which includes a major redesign and upgrade of Gawler Place between North Terrace and Grenfell Street. This investment would require additional borrowings of up to $6.0 million over the life of the project. This additional cost is not included in the draft 2016-17 document due to printing deadlines. Subject to community feedback during the public consultation period (11-31 May 2016), the current allocation of $1.85 million already included in the draft 2016-17 will be increased to $7.85 million in the final 2016-17 and/or updated Long Term Financial Plan, according to expected project timing.
Annual Objectives & Council Services THEME 1: SMART Annual Objectives for 2016-17: Commission a business case through the NBN Technology Choice Program for optical Fibre To The Premise (FTTP) as the new standard of infrastructure Pursue a definitive outcome for the future of the former Royal Adelaide Hospital site as a world class precinct that complements the Park Lands, North Terrace cultural precinct and the East End commercial precinct Council Services for 2016-17: Target and attract new businesses and investment Work with local business groups in mainstreets and districts to develop economic capital and support and grow local sustainable businesses Provide diverse car parking solutions Provide free access to city-wide WiFi utilising network data to analyse people movements and provide city insights Position Adelaide as one of the world s greatest small cities through our Sister City relationships Contribute to Council s place led approach via solutions to enhance user experience Facilitate the growth and competitiveness of the retail sector in the city Promote Adelaide as a destination for business and investment, talent, students, visitors and residents in collaboration with the SA Government and other relevant bodies Contribute to Council s place led approach via solutions to enhance user experience Provide access to public data and information to support innovation and community use. Support and grow new and existing small to medium businesses through advice, referrals and support to make it easy for businesses to deal with Adelaide City Council through a One Stop Shop for businesses in the city and North Adelaide Support strategic relationships with the Adelaide Central Market Authority and Rundle Mall Management Authority to maximise economic outcomes for the city Support entrepreneurs and early stage companies with high growth potential THEME 2: GREEN Annual Objectives for 2016-17: Provide reduced parking costs for the use of electric powered vehicles within the City Seek opportunities from the Federal Government for City greening initiatives Council Services for 2016-17: Lead and encourage corporate social responsibility in the city Deliver initiatives to improve the efficiency of Council owned assets and city infrastructure Support office tenants and property owners to reduce energy use and carbon emissions from commercial buildings Ensure that the Park Lands are managed sustainably and that their importance to the city in adapting to climate change is acknowledged Provide waste and recycling service improvements for kerbside collection, public places, events and high density developments Provide incentives to the community and broaden their capability in adapting to climate change and using natural resources efficiently Deliver actions plan for Energy Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Water Security, Waste Management, and Biodiversity and Water Quality
THEME 3: LIVEABLE Annual Objectives for 2016-17: Create world class infrastructure by adopting a three year rolling capital works program for the City and Park Lands to ensure all new and existing infrastructure are delivered and maintained to high quality standards, incorporating technology, heritage, arts and green elements Work with the State and Federal Governments and other Councils to establish a taskforce to progress an integrated light rail network across the City s key precincts, with key connections to inner city suburbs Develop an Adelaide 2040 Plan to achieve long term economic, environmental, social and cultural goals, incorporating a spatial and transport plan for the City and Park Lands Council Services for 2016-17: Work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver improved long term outcomes for the city Deliver the 2016-17 Capital Works Program along with supporting development initiatives and using partnering to invest in infrastructure Facilitate free transport initiatives, where possible in partnership Provide transport infrastructure management and maintenance Work with State Government and other partners to deliver public transport and intelligent movement projects Deliver and implement projects and initiatives to promote cycling culture Deliver educational and travel behaviour change initiatives Deliver traffic management and road safety initiatives Provide planning and policy advice for the management of Adelaide Park Lands. Deliver the North Adelaide Golf Course and Adelaide Aquatic Centre business plans Promote and foster growth of the residential population in the city, supported by diverse and affordable housing choices for residents and students Provide public and residential waste, recycling and green waste services Maintain Council assets, including streets, public spaces and Park Lands Promote participation, access and inclusion and build neighbourhood capacity and community leadership Provide a wide range of community driven programs and activities Deliver safety improvements in partnership with State Government Provide environmental, health, safety and food inspections Work with building owners to ensure City Fire Safety Management procedures are in place for the protection of all occupiers Enhance and promote the role of the Park Lands in increasing levels of physical activity and wellbeing through sport and recreation opportunities
THEME 4: CREATIVE Annual Objective for 2016-17: Develop an Arts and Culture Strategy Work with the State Government to seek to attract an additional major annual international event during the winter months Council Services for 2016-17: Work with partners to provide expert advice and promotion of events, activities and experiences Partner with the creative arts business, entrepreneurs and community through the City Activation project to enliven the city Deliver a range of small, medium and large scale events for the enjoyment of the community Facilitate a diverse range of events, exhibitions and cultural experiences at Adelaide Town Hall Deliver the Public Art Plan 2014-2019 Promote the UNESCO Live Music accreditation Provide Sponsorship, Art and Cultural grants and deliver and manage activities funded by external grants Provide community grants Deliver the Visitor Information Services Plan in partnership with key stakeholders to promote tourism services and initiatives Lead city design and spatial planning and be a source of advice on planning, building, design and heritage matters Manage the parklets and laneways program Deliver the Reconciliation Action Plan including NAIDOC week celebrations
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Financial Context There are a number of cost factors that Council must take into account. These factors include: Non-discretionary cost increases including the impact of the carbon tax on waste management, utility price increases, water, sewer and electricity charges; Service and infrastructure needs for a growing population; and Commitments to major projects and partnership initiatives over more than one year. How Council plans to cover increased costs To minimise the impact on ratepayers, the draft 2016-17 Integrated Business Plan has been prepared within the following parameters: A continued drive for business excellence to ensure best practice is used to achieve effective and efficient services; and Major strategic projects of metropolitan/state benefit to be partner-funded with the State and Federal Governments, wherever possible. Draft 2016-17 Budget at a Glance Net General Rates Revenue General Operations Net Result Business Operations Net Result Projects Infrastructure Management Program City Transformation Investments $96.1 million $29.5 million $24.3 million $11.7 million $36.0 million $12.9 million What this Means for Ratepayers In formulating the proposed rates for the 2016-17 financial year, Council has considered the amount of revenue required to fund the delivery of the services and projects set out in the. Council has also considered its other sources of revenue, the broader economic environment, and the distribution of rate contributions between various categories of ratepayers. Rates Modelling Council rates are determined by multiplying the applicable rate in the dollar by the valuation of rateable land in the Council area. Property valuations for the purpose of calculating rates payable are prepared on the basis of Annual Value. For 2016-17, growth from new developments and other capital improvements undertaken during 2015-16 have increased the total rateable value of land in the Council area by approximately 1%. Your Rates in 2016-17 Residential and Non-Residential ratepayers will pay 1% more in general rates compared to last year, subject to feedback received during the public consultation period. Council has determined to maintain a Special Discretionary Rate Rebate in 2016-17 to ensure any increase in rates payable for comparable properties is no more than 10%. The special rebate will not be applicable where the Assessed Annual Value of land has increased as a result of new development or other capital improvements undertaken during the year. Those ratepayers who received the benefit of a Special Discretionary Rate Rebate in 2015-16 may expect to pay between 0% and 10% more in Council Rates for 2016-17, based on their most recent property valuation. Separate Rates Separate rates will continue to be levied for the purposes of managing and marketing the Rundle Mall Precinct and to recover funds on behalf of the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board.
Feedback How do I provide my feedback? You can make a submission on the draft before 5:30pm on Tuesday 31 May 2016. There are a number of ways in which you can provide feedback: Submission Form Complete the submission form which asks specific questions about the draft 2016-17 and provides an opportunity for general comments. This submission form can be found online and on the following page of this document. Online Council has a dedicated website that provides an opportunity for quick and efficient online feedback. Visit for information about the consultation and online ways to provide your comments. Email Comments or written submissions can be emailed to yoursay@adelaidecitycouncil.com Written Submissions All written submissions must be received by 5:30pm on Tuesday 31 May 2016 and should be addressed to: Community Consultation Draft 2016-17 GPO Box 2252 Adelaide SA 5001 How do I know my feedback has been received? All feedback and submissions will be acknowledged either by email or in writing so that you know your comments have been received. What happens to my feedback? Your feedback is important to us. Council staff will collate all feedback and this report will be presented to Council for consideration. All formal submissions received will be available online after the consultation period at. Following the consideration of feedback, it is envisaged that the 2016-17 will be presented to Council for adoption on 21 June 2016. Council responses to key submission themes will also be available online after this meeting. Contact Person For more information, please contact: Name: Mai Ngo Title: Finance Projects Officer Phone: 8203 7031 Email: m.ngo@adelaidecitycouncil.com Public Hearing Public Submissions and Q&A with Elected Members You can nominate to speak in support of your submission at a Special Council Meeting to be held in the Adelaide Town Hall at 5:00pm on Monday 23 May 2016. If you would like to speak at this meeting, please indicate this in your submission form or your written submission and a Council staff member will contact you with further information.
Submission Form This submission form asks specific questions about the draft 2016-17 and provides an opportunity for general comments regarding the draft document. It is Council s policy that for a formal submission to be received, it must include your full name and residential address. Formal submissions will be provided to Council and will be a publically available document. Mandatory information is marked with an *asterix. Consultation closes at 5:30pm on Tuesday 31 May 2016. * First Name * Surname * Address Email Please indicate if you would like to attend the public hearing at a Special Council Meeting at 5:00pm on Monday 23 May 2016 at the Adelaide Town Hall to speak in support of your submission. Yes, I would like to speak in support of my submission. Please contact me on phone number with further information. No, I do not want to speak in support of my submission. Gender Female Male Year of Birth (e.g. 1980). Are you an Adelaide City Council ratepayer? Yes No Please tell us how you participate in city life (tick all that apply): Work Live Shop Play (e.g. Leisure, recreation, entertainment, dining) Study Tourist Own a Business Please indicate your main areas of interest (tick all that apply): Council Services & Programs Open Space & Recreation City Design, Planning & Development New & Future Projects Social & Community Issues Policy, Budget & Management Plans Environmental Issues Arts & Events in the City Please indicate locations that are of interest to you as per the map on pages 8 and 9 of this document (tick all that apply): North Ward Central Ward South Ward Your Say Adelaide is Council s online consultation website. It is your chance to be kept up-to-date and provide feedback on areas of the City that interest you. Would you like to be signed up to Your Say Adelaide online and be emailed when there is an opportunity to have your say on areas that are of interest to you? Yes No Please Note: If you ve ticked Yes, you will receive an email to your nominated e-mail address above to confirm your new account.
Q1. Annual Objectives (Please refer to pages 20, 24, 28 and 32 of the draft 2016-17 for more details) The Annual Objectives set out what the Council will achieve in 2016-17. Do you support the proposed Annual Objectives? Yes - all Yes - some No - none Please provide any comments you have regarding the Council s 2016-17 proposed Annual Objectives. Q2. Priorities Funding Initiatives and Projects (Please refer to pages 21, 25, 29 and 33 of the draft 2016-17 for more details) The highlights of the proposed Priorities can be found on page 4 of this consultation pack. Do you support the proposed Priorities? Yes - all Yes - some No - none Please provide any comments you have regarding the Council s 2016-17 proposed Priorities. Q3. Council Services (Please refer to pages 20, 24, 28 and 32 of the draft 2016-17 for more details) This section sets out what Council will provide, deliver or facilitate for the community in 2016-17. Do you support the proposed Services? Yes - all Yes - some No - none Please provide any comments you have regarding the Council s 2016-17 proposed Services.
Q4. 2016-17 Infrastructure Program (Please refer to pages 38-55 of the draft 2016-17 for more details) This program details the Enhancements and Asset Renewals Projects, and City Transformation Investments planned for 2016-17. Do you support the proposed Infrastructure Program? Yes - all Yes - some No - none Please provide any comments you have regarding the Council s 2016-17 proposed Infrastructure Program. Q5. 3 Year Asset Renewals Program (Please refer to pages 40-54 of the draft 2016-17 for more details) This program details the proposed 3 Year Asset Renewals Program for 2016-17 to 2018-19. Do you support the proposed 3 Year Asset Renewals Program? Yes - all Yes - some No - none Please provide any comments you have regarding the Council s proposed 3 Year Asset Renewals Program.
Q6. Proposed Rate Increase of 1% (Please refer to pages 67-69 of the draft 2016-17 for more details) In formulating the proposed rates for the 2016-17 financial year, Council has considered the amount of revenue required to fund the delivery of the services and projects set out in the. Council is proposing that Residential and Non-Residential ratepayers pay 1% more in general rates compared to last year, subject to feedback received during the public consultation period. Do you support the proposed Rate Increase? Yes, I support a rate increase of 1% to maintain the delivery of the services and projects for 2016-17. Yes, I support a rate increase higher than 1% to provide further investment opportunities in projects and infrastructure. No, I do not support a rate increase of any value. Please provide any comments you have regarding the Council s proposed Rate Increase of 1%. Q7. Please provide any other comments relating to the draft 2016-17.