ORANGE CITY COUNCIL
Sport and Recreation Policy Committee
Agenda
6 June 2017
Notice is hereby given, in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993 that a Sport and Recreation Policy Committee meeting of ORANGE CITY COUNCIL will be held in the Council Chamber, Civic Centre, Byng Street, Orange on Tuesday, 6 June 2017.
Garry Styles
General Manager
For apologies please contact Michelle Catlin on 6393 8246.
Sport and Recreation Policy Committee 6 June 2017
2.1 Minutes of the Sport and Recreation Community Committee - 8 May 2017
2.2 Minutes of the Bicycling Community Committee - 1 May 2017
Sport and Recreation Policy Committee 6 June 2017
The provisions of Chapter 14 of the Local Government Act, 1993 (the Act) regulate the way in which Councillors and designated staff of Council conduct themselves to ensure that there is no conflict between their private interests and their public role.
The Act prescribes that where a member of Council (or a Committee of Council) has a direct or indirect financial (pecuniary) interest in a matter to be considered at a meeting of the Council (or Committee), that interest must be disclosed as soon as practicable after the start of the meeting and the reasons given for declaring such interest.
As members are aware, the provisions of the Local Government Act restrict any member who has declared a pecuniary interest in any matter from participating in the discussion or voting on that matter, and requires that member to vacate the Chamber.
Council’s Code of Conduct provides that if members have a non-pecuniary conflict of interest, the nature of the conflict must be disclosed. The Code of Conduct also provides for a number of ways in which a member may manage non pecuniary conflicts of interest.
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Recommendation It is recommended that Committee Members now disclose any conflicts of interest in matters under consideration by the Sport and Recreation Policy Committee at this meeting. |
TRIM REFERENCE: 2017/954
AUTHOR: Ben Keegan, Sport and Recreation Coordinator
EXECUTIVE Summary
The Sport and Recreation Community Committee met on 8 May 2017 and the recommendations from that meeting are provided to the Sport and Recreation Policy Committee for adoption.
Link To Delivery/OPerational Plan
The recommendation in this report relates to the Delivery/Operational Plan strategy “5.1 Our Community – Identify changing community aspirations and undertake community engagement and planning for the creation of open spaces, recreational facilities and services, recognising the special needs of older people and those with disabilities”.
Financial Implications
The funding for the recommendations under the 2017/2018 Sports Facility Program is included in the draft 2017/2021 Delivery/Operational Plan.
The recommendation from the committee also seeks to apply the balance of $8,269 to the Aquatic Centre Scoreboard project which has a current shortfall of $9,281.
Recommendation 4 also seeks the application of up to $5,000, being $1,012 shortfall and $3,988 contingency to ensure there is sufficient funding for the completion of the Aquatic Centre Scoreboard project. Should Council adopt recommendation 4 the funding source would be Sporting Participation Grant funding which has an unallocated balance of $11,600.
Policy and Governance Implications
Nil
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1 That the recommendations made by the Sport and Recreation Community Committee at its meeting held on 8 May 2017 be adopted. 2 That the Sporting Facility Program funding be allocated as follows as per the attached assessment: a $11,656 to Cavaliers Cricket Club b $8,742 to Orange Hockey Club c $15,000 to Orange Indoor Tennis d $6,333 to Orange Little Athletics 3 That Council allocate $8,269 from the Sporting Facility Program to the Aquatic Centre Scoreboard project. 4 That Council allocate an amount up to $5,000 to the Aquatic Centre Scoreboard project being $1,012 shortfall and $3,988 contingency for any additional works and that the funding source be unused Sports Participation Grant funding.
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further considerations
Consideration has been given to the recommendation’s impact on Council’s service delivery; image and reputation; political; environmental; health and safety; employees; stakeholders and project management; and no further implications or risks have been identified.
SUPPORTING INFORMATION
The assessment of the applications for funding under the 2017/2018 Sports Facility Program that was considered by the Committee is attached.
Aquatic Centre Scoreboard
In 2014 Council supported a grant application for $15,000 by City of Orange Swim Club and Jets Swim Club for the purchase of a portable LED Scoreboard. Its primary purpose was for the board to be used for major swim meets but also with the flexibility for use for community events such as movie nights and promoting upcoming events. The board would also provide for sponsorship opportunities during major meets and high seasons.
The quoted cost at the time of the grant application was $37,000.
The swim clubs committed to a fund raising target of $23,000 and conducted a number of fundraising activities. Through these efforts the clubs raised $15,309 but were unable to raise the balance.
Council since that time has applied on 3 occasions for grant funding for the balance of funds without success leaving the project stalled.
Council has recently secured the Swimming NSW Country Regional Meet for 2018 which will see approximately 340 Competitors and officials for the event. Whilst having an electronic scoreboard in place is not a requirement for securing this event it will significantly add to the event.
A current costing was sought for the project to enable it to be completed. The quotation received from the supplier is $39,590 excluding GST.
Council also sought a costing for 2 fixed screens rather than a portable screen. The quotation obtained was $50,350 excluding GST.
To enable the project to be completed it is recommended that $8,269 from the Sports Facilities Project be allocated to the Aquatic Centre Scoreboard and that Council also allocates up to $5,000 from the Sporting Participant grant funding to ensure the project is completed.
Attachments
1 Minutes of the Meeting of the Sport and Recreation Community Committee held on 8 May 2017
2 2017 2018 Sports Facility Program - Application Assessment, D17/26494⇩
3 Sport and Recreation Community Committee Action Plan, D15/6207⇩
4 Sports Facility Partnership Program (Small Grants) - Application Form 2014 - City of Orange Swim Club / Jets Swim Club, IC14/5951⇩
5 Portable LED Screen revised option costing Indoor and outdoor versions, D17/31722⇩
ORANGE CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE
Sport and Recreation Community Committee
HELD IN Committee Room 3, Civic Centre, Byng Street, Orange
ON 8 May 2017
COMMENCING AT 8.00am
1 Introduction
Attendance
Cr J Hamling (Chairperson), Mr Wayne Hill, Mr Peter Jarick, Mr Rod McTaggart, Mr Michael Thornhill, Director Community, Recreation and Cultural Services, Manager City Presentation, Sports and Recreation Coordinator
1.1 Apologies and Leave of Absence
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RESOLVED Mr P Jarick/Mr M Thornhill That the apologies be accepted from Cr J Davis OAM, Mr Gavin Hillier and Mr Gary Norton for the Sport and Recreation Community Committee meeting on 8 May 2017. |
1.2 Acknowledgement of Country
1.3 Declaration of pecuniary interests, significant non-pecuniary interests and less than significant non-pecuniary interests
Nil
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TRIM Reference: 2017/808 |
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Recommendation Mr W Hill/Mr M Thornhill That the Action List for the Sport and Recreation Community Committee be reviewed and updated.
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The Meeting Closed at 9.05am.
Sport and Recreation Policy Committee 6 June 2017
2.1 Minutes of the Sport and Recreation Community Committee - 8 May 2017
Attachment 1 2017 2018 Sports Facility Program - Application Assessment
2.1 Minutes of the Sport and Recreation Community Committee - 8 May 2017
Attachment 2 Sport and Recreation Community Committee Action Plan
Sport and Recreation Community Committee
Action Plan
Infrastructure
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Date |
Action |
Who |
Community Strategic Plan reference |
Budget status |
Start |
End |
Update/Completed |
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Sir Jack Brabham Park Sports Centre |
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5.2 6.1 |
$750,000 budgeted. Seeking additional funding through grants. |
Subject to funding |
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DA approved. Awaiting outcome of a grant application to secure adequate funds to complete all project elements at one time. Design and building materials also being reviewed to reduce overall project costs. Subject to the outcome of the grant application, the project may need to be staged with the amenities building on Forest Road being the initial priority and the new Pavilion on Huntley Road to follow. |
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Wade Park Cricket and Community Centre |
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5.2 6.1 6.2 |
$750,000 budgeted. $200,000 to be provided by Cricket NSW. $1M from State Government. $50,000 from Orange District Junior Cricket Assoc through a previous State Government grant. |
Expected to commence October 2017 |
June 2018 |
Detailed plans are being finalised in consultation with the Wade Park user groups with a Development Application to be submitted by the end of June 2017.
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Wade Park Turf Practice Nets |
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5.2 6.1
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October 2017 |
December 2017 |
Consultation undertaken with Cricket NSW with regard to minimum requirements. Preliminary design commenced. |
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Wade Park lighting upgrade |
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5.2 |
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Subject to funding |
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Previous budget allocation was insufficient to upgrade lighting to preferred standard of 500 Lux.
Consideration to be given to following options: · Reinstate lighting to 350Lux · Seek additional funding to upgrade to 500Lux · Stage project |
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New rectangular field and sporting precinct |
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5.2 6.1 6.2 |
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No timeframes developed at this point. |
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Council has purchased land for the proposed facility however planning has not yet commenced. The Committee agreed that all options need to be explored during consultation process including potential for external partnerships and synthetic playing surface for main field
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Mt Canobolas Mountain Bike Trail Centre |
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5.2 6.1 6.2 |
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No timeframes developed at this point as approvals and funding required. |
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Council has identified the potential to create a Mountain Bike Trail Centre on Mt Canobolas encompassing both the State Conservation Area (SCA) and NSW Forestry Land. Council has written to the Minister for Environment and Minister of Heritage requesting an amendment to the Plan of Management to permit Mountain Biking within the Mt Canobolas State Recreation Area. Council has since been advised that the Plan of Management review process is likely to commence in July 2017. |
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Construction of new playground near Brooklands Wetland (2 Botanic Way) |
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5.2 |
$45,000 budgeted |
April 2017 |
June 2017 |
Playground equipment order with installation to be completed by June 2017 |
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Construction of new playground in Waratah Estate (Corner of Glasson Drive and William Maker Drive) |
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5.2 |
$30,000 budgeted |
January 2017 |
June 2017 |
Play equipment purchased and delivered. Installation to be undertaken in June 2017. |
Events
The following sporting events have been secured by Council through negotiation with sports governing bodies or event promoters.
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Date |
Action |
Who |
Community Strategic Plan reference |
Budget status |
Start |
End |
Update/Completed |
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2017 Newcrest Orange Challenge (Cycling event) |
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10.2 6.4 |
Budgeted |
5 March 2017 |
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Event considered a huge success with numbers increasing from 900 in 2016 to over 1300 in 2017. |
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2017 NSW Triathlon Club Championships |
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10.2 6.4 |
Budgeted |
18 March 2017 |
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This was the first time this event had been conducted away from a coastal destination and the feedback from organisers and participants was generally very positive. MOU signed with Triathlon NSW to conduct event in Orange for 3 year period 2017-2019. |
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2017 Cycling NSW Masters Road Cycling Championships |
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10.2 6.4 |
Budgeted |
22 April 2017 |
24 April 2017 |
MOU signed with Cycling NSW to conduct the event in Orange for a three year period 2016-2018. 400 competitors and officials over 3 days competition. |
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Shute Shield Rugby Union – Easts V Gordon |
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10.2 6.4 |
Budgeted |
13 May 2017 |
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Game to be played at Wade Park and will be broadcast live on 7TWO. |
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2017 Rugby NSW Junior State Championships (Age division to be confirmed) |
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10.2 6.4 |
Budgeted |
10 June 2017 |
12 June 2017 |
MOU signed with Junior Rugby NSW to conduct the event in Orange for a three year period 2017-2019. 385 players and officials over a 3 day period. |
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2017 NSW U/13 Boys and Girls Indoor Hockey Championships |
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10.2 6.4 |
Budgeted |
14 October 2017 |
17 October 2017 |
MOU signed with Hockey NSW. In excess of 850 participants over 4 days of competition. |
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2017 National Rugby Championship Game |
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10.2 6.4 |
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October 2017 |
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Council is investigating opportunities to host a NSW Country Eagles NRC game. |
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2017 A-League Pre Season Game |
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10.2 6.4 |
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September/ October 2017 |
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Council in discussions with two A-League Clubs to play a pre- season game in Orange |
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2018 Swimming NSW Country Regional Meet |
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10.2 6.4 |
Budgeted |
27 January 2018 |
2018 January 2018 |
MOU signed with Swimming NSW. 340 swimmers for 2 days of competition. |
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2018 NSW Country Diving Championships |
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10.2 6.4 |
Budgeted |
January 2018 |
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MOU signed with Diving NSW. |
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2018 NRL Pre Season Game |
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10.2 6.4 |
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February 2018 |
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Council in discussions with a NRL Club to play a pre- season game in Orange |
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2017/2018 O/50’s Australian Cricket Championships |
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10.2 6.4 |
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April 2018 |
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Council in partnership with the Orange District Cricket Association been awarded the rights to host this inaugural event in 2018. |
2.1 Minutes of the Sport and Recreation Community Committee - 8 May 2017
Attachment 3 Sports Facility Partnership Program (Small Grants) - Application Form 2014 - City of Orange Swim Club / Jets Swim Club
2.1 Minutes of the Sport and Recreation Community Committee - 8 May 2017
Attachment 4 Portable LED Screen revised option costing Indoor and outdoor versions
ORANGE AQUATIC CENTRE
NEW LED SCOREBOARD
ORANGE AQUATIC CENTRE
REVISED 24/5/17
SUBMITTED BY LED SCREENS AUSTRALIA
29th January 2016
Orange Aquatic Centre
Mr. Scott Maunder
Mr. Ben Keegan
Dear Scott and Ben,
Thank you for the opportunity to quote on the new LED Display / Scoreboard for the Orange Aquatic Centre. I have put together a proposal that offers state of the art equipment at a very competitive price. The quotation has been split into the following sections
· Overview of Requirements
· LED Display Options
· Control Hardware and Software
· Installation
· Training
· Service and Maintenance
· Timeframe
· Price and Payment
Overview of Requirements
This project calls for the supply and installation of a new LED Display Screen and Scoreboard to be used at the Orange Aquatic Centre. The display will be used primarily as a scoreboard for swimming carnivals but must also have the ability for sponsor advertising, live camera feeds and video / television / DVD playback. The only way to achieve these goals is to use a full color, high resolution LED display. With the correct software all of the goals for this installation can be achieved.
The scoreboard must be easy to use, be totally weatherproof have low maintenance costs and have a long life span. The installation must take into account that the screen needs to be used in different areas of the centre for different applications; therefore the screen must be fully portable and easy to more by the centre staff.
The screen must be easy to control and integrate with the existing timing software already on-site.
LED Display Options
LED’s come in thousands of different designs and prices so it is very hard to know what the correct equipment to purchase is. Every person you speak to will give you a different answer and prices can vary by as much as $50,000 on a standard size screen.
I have been through this process and after months of study, importing and testing several samples I have found a very high quality and extremely reliable manufacturer of LED components in China.
95% of the world’s LEDs come from China but the trick is to find the correct supplier from the hundreds of different options.
After my site visit and reviewing your requirements, I have put together the following two recommendations
Option 1: Full Color Portable LED Display Screen P6.67 3200 x 1920
This is an improvement over my P10 portable LED Trailer display. As a higher resolution and slightly larger size it will be more suitable for showing text based swimming results.
Option 1 will take the above style of screen and have it fitted to a custom made portable framework. This framework will house the LED display, the ram and power pack to allow the screen to be raised once through the exit doors and the control computer and associated equipment
A wireless HD link will be installed in the control rack for integration with the existing Dolphin timing and Hy-Tek Meet Manager software. This will allow the race manager PC to be located anywhere in the centre and a wireless link back to the scoreboard
The screen will be moved into whatever position is required, inside for movies, outside for a swim meet and advertising or into the carpark to promote coming events.
If sound is required, just plug in the speakers to the connections on the side of the screen for audio playback.
All that will be required is power to the area the screen is located. 1 x 10amp outlet will be required for each location you wish the screen to operate.
Orange Aquatic Centre LED Display - Specifications
· 3200 wide x 1920 high (6.14 Square Meters)
· P6.67 Pixel Pitch
· Die-Cast Aluminum cabinets for long term durability
· IP65 Rated (can handle being sprayed with water)
· 100,000 LED life
· 6000 Nits brightness for daylight viewing
· Built in control computer with DVD and Set Top Box
· Wireless control allowing the screen to be moved to any position
· 24 months warranty an all LED’s and electronics
· 10 x Spare LED Module
· 5 x Spare Power Supply
· 20 x Spare Module weather cover (plastic)
· Spare control electronics and cables
· Installation into custom portable frame
· Lifting rams to get display above head height
· Integration with meet manager
· Inbuilt speakers for audio playback
· Lockable control box
Option 2: Two x Full Color Fixed LED Display Screen P6.67 3200 x 1920
The second option will use the same screen specified in the portable display, removing the portable framework and adding a second fixed display. This would have an end result of two displays back to back at the glass wall area with one screen facing inside and the other outside. Both screens would be fixed and share the same control functionality as the portable option
Control Hardware and Software
The control for a full LED display is via synchronized computer control. This will allow instant real-time changes to be made on the display and allow multiply inputs to be used on the screen (Hy-Tek Meet Manager via wireless HD link, DVD player, Camera, USB, TV, and external PC)
Control Room Equipment (This unit has been installed at Wade Park)
Equipment Specifications
· Industrial PC with advertising software
· Video Switcher / Upscaler with Audio Switching
· Blue ray / DVD Player
· Digital Set Top Box
· 2 x Monitors, Mouse and Keyboard
· AV Cabinet to hold equipment
· Wireless interface to Hy-Tek Meet Manager
Installation
LED Screens Australia will supply and install the LED Screen on its portable framework and all of the control equipment (option1) or hang the screens permanently from the internal building framework (option 2)
The Screen framework will be designed to work in the Aquatic Centre environment and will be easy to use, safe and rustproof.
We will supply off of the necessary cabling and programming to interface with the existing Dolphin Timing and Meet Manager software.
It will be the responsibility of the Orange Aquatic Centre to supply power to the screen, at each location you wish to place the screen; one x 10 amp standard power outlet will be required.
Training
As part of the installation LED Screens Australia will supply full training on the operation of all the equipment. Startup and Shutdown procedures, operation of the software and fault finding will be covered.
A full operation manual will be supplied as part of the training.
Training to individual operators can be given at any time with a reasonable amount of warning.
Service and Maintenance
The LED displays have a lifespan of 100,000 hours.
All of the equipment is covered by a 24 month manufactures warranty and a full service warranty from LED Screens Australia. This will cover all installed components and includes both parts and labor if there are and warranty repairs needed.
The modular construction of the new LED display allows the easy swap-out of any faulty components. Any part, Module, Power Supply or Card can be swapped out in a matter of minutes for minimum down time and maximum efficiency.
Maintenance would be carried out on all equipment every 6 months. All control equipment and the LED display would be cleaned, serviced and checked. This service will be free of charge for a period of 2 years
We will always have a technician on call to handle emergency service calls. I guarantee that any problems will be solved immediately.
Timeframe
From the time of placing the order it will take about 4 weeks for the screen to be manufactured and about 3 to 4 weeks for shipping to Sydney.
The construction of the framework will be completed well before the screen arrives and during this period your power can be installed. As soon as the screen clears customs it can be tested and installed straight away
Price and Payment – Option 1
Full Color LED Display Screen 3200 x 1920 (6.14 Square Meters)
· P6.67 Outdoor Screen (3200 x 1920) $21,450
· Mounted on a custom modified trolley $10,600
· Framework
· Ram
· Control Box
· Leveling legs
· Control Computer with LED Software $1,850
· LED video switching processor $1,700
· Wireless HD link for Hy-Tek $1,500
· Built in DVD and Digital Set Top Box $150
· Antenna $80
· AV Rack $200
· Audio, 2 x 300 watt speakers, 1 x 1000 watt amplifier $1,180
· Audio Mixer and external inputs $560
· Wireless Microphone $320
Total excluding GST. $39,590.00
Price and Payment – Option 2
2 x Full Color LED Display Screen 3200 x 1920 (6.14 Square Meters)
· 2 x P6.67 Outdoor Screen (3200 x 1920) $41,000
· Control Computer with LED Software $1,850
· Two display LED video switching processor $2,300
· Wireless HD link for Hy-Tek $1,500
· Built in DVD and Digital Set Top Box $150
· Antenna $80
· AV Rack $200
· Audio, 4 x 300 watt speakers, 2 x 1000 watt amplifier $2,100
· Two zone Audio Mixer and external inputs $850
· Wireless Microphone $320
Total excluding GST. $50,350.00
Payment terms: 75% of total amount is due on acceptance of quotation.
25% of total amount is due when installation and training is completed
Scott and Ben, if you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to contact me anytime on 0499 777 907 or at info@ledscreensaustralia.com.au
Warm Regards,
Myles Duggan
LED Screens Australia
TRIM REFERENCE: 2017/1055
AUTHOR: Ben Keegan, Sport and Recreation Coordinator
EXECUTIVE Summary
The Bicycling Community Committee met on 1 May 2017 and the recommendations from that meeting are provided to the Sport and Recreation Policy Committee for adoption.
Link To Delivery/OPerational Plan
The recommendation in this report relates to the Delivery/Operational Plan strategy “5.1 Our Community – Identify changing community aspirations and undertake community engagement and planning for the creation of open spaces, recreational facilities and services, recognising the special needs of older people and those with disabilities”.
Financial Implications
Nil
Policy and Governance Implications
Nil
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That the recommendations made by the Bicycling Community Committee at its meeting held on 1 May 2017 be adopted.
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further considerations
Consideration has been given to the recommendation’s impact on Council’s service delivery; image and reputation; political; environmental; health and safety; employees; stakeholders and project management; and no further implications or risks have been identified.
Attachments
1 Minutes of the Meeting of the Bicycling Community Committee held on 1 May 2017
2 BCC - Action List - 1 May 2017, D17/31021⇩
ORANGE CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE
Bicycling Community Committee
HELD IN Committee Room 3, Civic Centre, Byng Street, Orange
ON 1 May 2017
COMMENCING AT 5.00pm
1 Introduction
Attendance
Mr Steve Martin (Chairperson), Cr A Brown, Ms Sue Bonar, Mr Gavin Hillier, Ms Shah Alford, Director Community, Recreation and Cultural Services, Sport and Recreation Coordinator,
1.1 Apologies and Leave of Absence
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RESOLVED - 17/209 Cr A Brown/Ms S Alford That the apologies be accepted from Mrs Allison Rodgers and Mr Stephen Nugent for the Bicycling Community Committee meeting on 1 May 2017. |
1.2 Acknowledgement of Country
1.3 Declaration of pecuniary interests, significant non-pecuniary interests and less than significant non-pecuniary interests
Nil
2 Previous Minutes
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RESOLVED Mr G Hillier/Ms S Bonar That the Minutes of the Meeting of the Bicycling Community Committee held on 6 February 2017 (copies of which were circulated to all members) be and are hereby confirmed as a true and accurate record of the proceedings of the Bicycling Community Committee meeting held on 6 February 2017. |
3 General Reports
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TRIM Reference: 2017/801 |
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Recommendation Ms S Bonar/Mr G Hillier That the Action List for the Bicycling Community Committee be reviewed and updated. |
The Meeting Closed at 6.20pm.
Sport and Recreation Policy Committee 6 June 2017
2.2 Minutes of the Bicycling Community Committee - 1 May 2017
Attachment 1 BCC - Action List - 1 May 2017
BICYCLING COMMUNITY COMMITTEE
ACTION LIST FROM MEETING OF 1 MAY 2017
COMMUNICATION, EDUCATION & PROMOTION
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Description |
Who/Action |
When? |
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Website/ Facebook |
www.facebook.com/CycleOrange - Ride Orange
A new Ride Orange website will be one of the actions from the Orange Active Travel Plan which is currently being redeveloped. The site will provide a centralised destination for people searching for information about cycling in and around Orange as well as providing links to the various local cycling groups.
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Website being developed by Urban and Public as a component of the Active Travel Plan implementation. Delivery 2017.
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Ride Orange Guide |
Ride Orange Guide is currently being updated and will go to print by the end of May 2017. The Ride Orange Z cards are also being refreshed and reprinted. |
Update to be provided at next meeting |
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Cycle Awareness |
The Committee has previously discussed ongoing concerns over the Community’s general lack of knowledge of road rules relating to cyclists and felt that cycle awareness needed to be improved.
Whilst the Committee agreed that the State Government should be undertaking a broad education and awareness program relating to the new laws, it was felt that it would be beneficial to take a proactive approach in the matter and consider opportunities for raising local awareness. |
Investigate bus advertising costs using existing RMS or Amy Gillett Foundation cycle awareness messages. To be funded through Council’s Cycle Towns Program.
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EVENTS
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Description |
Who/Action |
When? |
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2017 Bike Week |
The Committee briefly discussed a few options for Bike Fest in 2017 but felt that it would be best for the Bike Week Sub Committee to meet separately to consider the event in more detail.
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Bike Week Sub Committee to meet in May 2017 to commence planning.. |
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Major Cycling Events |
2017 NSW Masters Road Championships – 22- 24 April 2017. Another successful event despite slightly lower numbers from the 2016 event.
Newcrest Orange Challenge - 5 March 2017 – The 2017 Challenge saw a massive increase in participation numbers
Triathlon NSW Club Championships – 18 March 2017 – This event was conducted at Gosling Creek Reserve and attracted in excess of 700 participants and officials. Feedback from participants and organisers has been positive.
Orange Triathlon Festival – Event was planned to take place on 5 February 2017 however the Promoter cancelled when Orange secured the rights to host the NSW Club Championships. Council is now working with another Promoter to conduct the Orange Triathlon Festival (or similar event) in November 2017.
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Update to be provided at next meeting
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FACILITIES
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Description |
Who/Action |
When? |
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BMX Track |
Awaiting advice from the Orange BMX Club has as to the progress of the start gates at the Anzac Park BMX Track facility.
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Update to be provided at next meeting |
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Velodrome |
With the increased usage of the Velodrome, the Committee discussed the need for the following:
· Additional bubblers · Improved shade · Track lighting for night training and competition
“Light It Up” – The Cycle Club has commenced a number of fundraising activities to raise funds for the installation of suitable velodrome lighting. At an estimated cost of $170K, the project will also require partnerships Council, State and/or Federal Government. |
Ben Keegan to requested tree planting to be undertaken on the western side of the velodrome to improve shade during the summer months. |
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Lake Canobolas Mountain Bike Park |
Through funding sourced from hosting the National Cross Country Series, the Club is continuing to undertake track improvement works at the Lake Canobolas Mountain Bike Park. |
Update to be provided at next meeting |
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Mt Canobolas Mountain Bike Proposal |
Council has written to the Minister for Environment and Minister for Heritage requesting an amendment to the Plan of Management to permit Mountain Biking within the Mt Canobolas SCA. Important to note that Council is NOT seeking an approval of the concept design prepared by World Trail which was provided as an example of what could be achieved. Council has also met with the Minister for Trade, Tourism and Major Events and Minister for Sport to discuss the proposal. Council has since been advised that the Plan of Management review process is likely to commence in July 2017. |
Update to be provided at next meeting |
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Kinross Forest |
Latest advice received by the Mountain Bike Club is that the Kinross Forest could be harvested in 2019. |
Update to be provided at next meeting. |
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INFRASTRUCTURE
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Item |
Description |
Who/Action |
When? |
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Cycle Towns |
Cycleways – Improved on road cycleway markings have been undertaken along with the installation of new stabling at various locations throughout the City. Current works: · Tender for construction of rail underpass culvert near James Sheahan High School is about to be advertised. · Additional bike stabling to be installed including a bike shelter in the Council car park as well as a locked cage at the City Centre Carpark.
Active Travel Plan - When complete, the Plan will guide the implementation and maintenance of active travel infrastructure and programs throughout the City and surrounding villages, with the aim of encouraging greater participation in active transport options. The Plan will address existing gaps and barriers across the cycle network.
Ride2School – The Ride2School Program has been completed with six local schools being involved. |
Current status: Part A: Framework - Orange Active Plan adopted by Council Part B: Implementation – Plan being finalised between Council and consultants. Anticipate report being considered by Council shortly.
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Next meeting is scheduled for Monday 7 August 2017
