community development committee agenda
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community development committee agenda
Committee Members Ald Marti Zucco (Chairman) Ald Jeff Briscoe Ald Peter Sexton Ald Helen Burnet Ald Bill Harvey Aldermen Lord Mayor Ald Rob Valentine Deputy Lord Mayor Eva Ruzicka Ald Darlene Haigh Ald John Freeman Ald Ron Christie Ald Philip Cocker Ald Elise Archer N. Heath – General Manager Strategy & Governance G. Randall – D.S.G. Corporate Services J. Warner – D.C.S. J. Stafford – C.S.O. C. White – P.A.L.M. Community Development H. Salisbury – D.G.M./D.C.D. P. Holliday – M.E.M. P. Saile – M.C.P. A. Richardson – E.O.C.D. Financial Services D. Spinks – D.F.S. Parks & Customer Services R. Viney – D.P.C.S. Customer Services Civic Solutions M. Street – D. Civic Solutions Media Mercury ABC Radio Sub Total: 25 Minutes Aldermen’s Offices Reception 2 Public 2 Trolley/Spare Total Distribution: AGENDA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) WEDNESDAY 10 JUNE 2009 AT 5.00P.M. THE MISSION Our mission is to ensure good governance of our capital City. THE VALUES The Council will: Leadership Provide effective capital City leadership, integrity and openness in its approach and will advocate the needs and aspirations of the community. Equity Ensure equity, consistency and co-operation in its dealings with the community and government. Community Involvement Encourage effective democratic involvement by the community in the life of the City through communication, consultation and participation. Responsiveness Be responsive to the needs and aspirations of the community. Excellence Ensure continuous improvement in the delivery of all its services. HOBART 2025 VISION In 2025 Hobart will be a city that: • Offers opportunities for all ages and a city for life • Is recognised for its natural beauty and quality of environment • Is well governed at a regional and community level • Achieves good quality development and urban management • Is highly accessible through efficient transport options • Builds strong and healthy communities through diversity, participation and empathy • Is dynamic, vibrant and culturally expressive C.D.C. (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) 10/06/2009 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. MINUTES OF THE OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE HELD ON WEDNESDAY 13 MAY 2009 2. CONSIDERATION OF SUPPLEMENTARY ITEMS TO THE AGENDA 3. DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY AND CONFLICTS OF INTEREST 4. TRANSFER OF AGENDA ITEMS 5. LET’S READ PROGRAM – COUNCIL INVOLVEMENT – FILE REF: 15-6-10 6. DRAFT CULTURAL AND LINGUISTIC DIVERSITY (CALD) STRATEGY 2009-2012 – FILE REF: 15-1-2 7. COMMUNITY SAFETY PARTNERSHIP/HOBART LIQUOR ACCORD – FILE REFS: 10-90-1; 16-50-20 8. CULTURAL GRANTS PROGRAM 2009/2010 - REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE – ERROL FLYNN CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS AND 60TH INTERVARSITY CHORAL FESTIVAL – 25-4-1 9. 44 COLLINS STREET – YOUTH ACTION RESOURCE CENTRE – ALTERATIONS – FILE REF: 61-1-17 10. BUSINESS ARISING 10.1 BUSKING – SALAMANCA MARKET - FILE REF: 33-60-3 10.2 WHITE RIBBON DAY – HOBART CITY COUNCIL RESPONSE – FILE REF: 15-1-1 10.3 ESTABLISHMENT OF COMMUNITY ART PROJECTS ON STRUCTURES WITHIN THE CITY – FILE REF: 30-1-13 10.4 LENAH VALLEY – COUNCIL SPONSORED GRAFITTI MURAL – FILE REFS: 70-35-1 10.5 GRANT – THE EVOLUTION OF SULLIVANS COVE – TELEVISION PROGRAM AND DVD – FILE REFS: 25-1-1 11. CLOSED PORTION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING I, Nicholas David Heath, General Manager of the Hobart City Council, hereby certify that in accordance with Section 65 of the Local Government Act 1993, the reports in this agenda have been prepared by persons who have the qualifications or the experience necessary to give such advice, information or recommendations included therein. N.D. Heath GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE AGENDA (OPEN) Committee Members Zucco (Chairman) Briscoe Sexton Burnet Harvey Aldermen Lord Mayor Deputy Lord Mayor Haigh Freeman Christie Cocker Archer Community Development Committee (Open Portion of the Meeting) - Wednesday 10 June 2009 at 5.00p.m. in the Lady Osborne Room. PRESENT: APOLOGIES: LEAVE OF ABSENCE: Aldermen M. Zucco and H.C. Burnet CO-OPTION OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS IN THE EVENT OF A VACANCY Where a vacancy may exist from time to time on the Committee, the Local Government Act 1993 provides that the Council Committees may fill such a vacancy. 1. MINUTES OF THE OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE HELD ON WEDNESDAY 13 MAY 2009 C.D.C. (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) 10/06/2009 2. CONSIDERATION OF SUPPLEMENTARY ITEMS TO THE AGENDA In accordance with the requirements of Part 2 Regulation 8 (6) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2005, the Committee, by simple majority may approve the consideration of a matter not appearing on the agenda, where the General Manager has reported: (a) (b) (c) the reason it was not possible to include the matter on the agenda, and that the matter is urgent, and that advice has been provided under Section 65 of the Local Government Act 1993. RECOMMENDATION That the Committee resolve to deal with any supplementary items not appearing on the agenda, as reported by the General Manager in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2005. 3. DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY AND CONFLICTS OF INTEREST In accordance with Part 2 Regulation 8 (7) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2005, the chairman of a meeting is to request Aldermen to indicate whether they have, or are likely to have, a pecuniary interest in any item on the agenda. In addition, in accordance with the Council’s resolution of 14 April 2008, Aldermen are requested to indicate any conflicts of interest in accordance with the Aldermanic Code of Conduct adopted by the Council on 27 August 2007. Accordingly, Aldermen are requested to advise of pecuniary or conflicts of interest they may have in respect to any matter appearing on the agenda, or any supplementary item to the agenda, which the committee has resolved to deal with, in accordance with Part 2 Regulation 8 (6) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2005. 4. TRANSFER OF AGENDA ITEMS Are there any items which the meeting believes should be transferred from this agenda to the closed agenda or from the closed agenda to the open agenda, in accordance with the procedures allowed under Regulation 15 of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2005? C.D.C. (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) 10/06/2009 5. LET’S READ PROGRAM – COUNCIL INVOLVEMENT – FILE REF: 15-6-10 4x’s Report of the Acting Director Community Development/Manager Community Inclusion of 19 May 2009. DELEGATION: Committee Item 5 / Page 1 TO : General Manager FROM : Acting Director Community Development / Manager Community Inclusion DATE : 19 May 2009 SUBJECT : LET’S READ PROGRAM – COUNCIL INVOLVEMENT FILE : 15-6-10 :RILEYD (o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\let's read program-jun09.doc) 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. This report responds to a Notice of Motion dated 27 April 2009 stating: “A report be prepared to consider Council’s role in the Let’s Read program for 0 – 5 year olds. The report consider the establishment of an appropriate inter – Agency group in order to ensure coordination of interested groups to ensure the program’s success.” 2. BACKGROUND 2.1. In September 2007, the Tasmanian Government’s Read for Life initiative was launched. This initiative is a multi-faceted approach to address literacy. The early childhood component of this strategy is “Let’s Read”, which targets all children under five years of age, over a three year timeframe. 2.2. “Let’s Read” is a national evidence-based program developed by the Centre for Community Child Health, a key research centre of Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, to promote reading with young children 0 5 years. 2.3. In Tasmania, “Let’s Read” is being delivered at the local level across municipal areas. 2.4. Built upon an emergent literacy framework, the program enhances the development of children’s emerging literacy skills. 2.4.1. The program utilises trained community-based professionals to demonstrate and explain strategies that can be used by parents to support and empower them to read with their child. 2.4.2. Resources are also provided to parents to enhance the strategies. Item 5 / Page 2 2.5. In October 2007, Council adopted a community development strategic direction for supporting children and families in Hobart, which will soon be formalised into the Children and Families Strategy as approved by Council on 25 May 2009. 2.5.1. The strategic direction includes: • Networking and building partnerships within the sector with a view to jointly identifying strengths, needs and gaps in services and working to identify solutions; • Exploring the potential for the Council to take a leading facilitatory role within the sector; • Participating in specific community development initiatives. 2.6. In June 2008, as a major action to achieve a number of key strategic outcomes, Council convened the Hobart Children and Families Network. The Network includes representation from the State Library of Tasmania, Centacare, Good Beginnings Australia, Relationships Australia, Child Health and Parenting Service, Lady Gowrie Tasmania, Tasmanian Early Years Foundation, Child Health Association Tasmania and Lipscombe Childcare Services. 2.7. The Network identified “Let’s Read” as an opportunity to deliver a collaborative project in the Hobart municipal area. 2.7.1. A “Let’s Read” steering committee, comprising of Hobart City Council, Department of Education, Department of Health and Human Services - Child Health and Parenting, Centacare, Child Health Association Tasmania, Lipscombe Childcare Services, Lady Gowrie Tasmania, State Library of Tasmania, Good Beginnings Australia and a community representative, was formed to progress “Let’s Read”. 2.7.2. Grant funding, to be auspiced by Centacare, was sought by the Network from the Tasmanian Early Years Foundation and the Tasmanian Community Fund to engage a coordinator to work with the Network to implement the initiative. Both funding applications were unsuccessful however. 2.7.3. As funding has not been forthcoming and the securing of another lead agency to facilitate and coordinate “Let’s Read” in Hobart has not been successful, the Council through the Community Inclusion Unit, indicated to the Network that it would undertake the role of program facilitator / coordinator, with support provided by the “Let’s Read” Steering Committee. 2.7.3.1. The Network strongly supported this proposal. Item 5 / Page 3 2.7.4. 3. PROPOSAL 3.1. 4. It is proposed that this report be received and noted. STRATEGIC PLANNING IMPLICATIONS 4.1. 4.2. 5. “Let’s Read” aligns with Council’s Future Directions Statements, outcomes and strategies as outlined below. • Future Direction Statement 1: Offers opportunities for all ages and a city for life • Future Direction Statement 6: Builds strong and healthy communities through diversity, participation and empathy Council’s role in the delivery of “Let’s Read” in Hobart entirely reflects Council’s strategic direction for Children and Families, adopted in October 2007. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS 5.1. None are foreseen. There is an existing allocation in the Children and Families activity in the Community Development Policy Management function of the Council’s draft 2009/2010 Annual Plan for a staffing resource and for community development initiatives and projects. 5.1.1. 6. A minor readjustment of priorities for 2009/2010 will allow for the facilitation / coordination role to be undertaken by the Community Development Officer - Children and Families. LEGAL AND RISK IMPLICATIONS 6.1. 7. Work has already commenced to implement “Let’s Read” in Hobart, in line with the program guidelines: • The Steering Committee has been confirmed; • Terms of Reference have been drafted; • Community asset mapping has commenced; • A Community Plan is being developed. None are foreseen. SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS 7.1. Promoting literacy has many benefits, both immediate and long term, for children, families, communities and society as a whole. Literacy promotion has been linked to: • Increased academic and occupational success; • Increased self-esteem and motivation to learn, participate in and commit to education; Item 5 / Page 4 • • • • • 8. CONSULTATION 8.1. 9. Consultation with Council officers and members of the Hobart Children and Families Network has already been undertaken, and will continue, as “Let’s Read” is implemented in the Hobart municipal area. CONCLUSION 9.1. 9.2. 10. Socially accepted behaviours in school and later in life; Positive regard for one’s abilities and prospects, leading to empowerment; Reduced need for special education; Potential reduction in the effects of low socio-economic background; Decreased social and financial costs associated with illiteracy. Council’s community development strategic direction for supporting children and families, adopted in October 2007, includes: • Networking and building partnerships within the children and families network, with the Council taking a lead facilitatory role; • Developing relationships with schools and childcare services; • Specific community development initiatives. Council’s role as facilitator / coordinator of “Let’s Read”, supported by the Hobart Children and Families Network, aligns with this strategic direction. RECOMMENDATION That 10.1 Report : (o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\let's read programjun09.doc) be received and noted. (Penny Saile) ACTING DIRECTOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/ MANAGER COMMUNITY INCLUSION C.D.C. (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) 10/06/2009 6. DRAFT CULTURAL AND LINGUISTIC DIVERSITY (CALD) STRATEGY 2009-2012 – FILE REF: 15-1-2 20x’s Report of the Acting Director Community Development/Manager Community Inclusion of 29 May 2009 and attachment. DELEGATION: Council Item 6 / Page 1 TO : General Manager FROM : Acting Director Community Development/Manager Community Inclusion DATE : 29 May 2009 SUBJECT : DRAFT CULTURAL AND LINGUISTIC DIVERSITY (CALD) STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 FILE : 15-1-2 :MPINFERI (o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\draft cald strat-jun09.doc) 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. This report seeks Council endorsement of the draft Hobart City Council Cultural and Linguistic Diversity (CALD) Strategy 2009 - 2012, provided at Attachment A. 1.1.1. 2. The draft CALD Strategy was considered by the Executive Leadership Team on 28 May where it was resolved that it be submitted for Council consideration. 1.2. Broad consultation with Council staff, the CALD sector and the CALD community has informed the strategy. 1.3. It focuses on three areas - perception, communication and participation and essentially formalises the cultural diversity activities with which Council is currently involved, as well as including some new actions which have been identified from the consultation process. 1.4. This strategy will add to the suite of sector specific community development strategies that already exist, including Youth, Aboriginal, Equal Access and Positive Ageing, which will sit under the proposed overarching Social Inclusion Plan. BACKGROUND 2.1. Council has demonstrated its commitment to CALD for a number of years, however it did not have a clearly defined strategy to support coordination of CALD activities across the range of Council operations. 2.2. Council became more strategically involved in cultural diversity projects and activities when it joined with the other four greater Hobart councils and participated in 1999 in the Networking for Harmony Project, funded through the Australian Government’s Living in Harmony initiative. Item 6 / Page 2 2.3. 2.4. 2.5. 3. Cultural diversity activities undertaken by the Council have evolved from activities that Council has initiated, as well as activities undertaken by other organisations with which Council is involved. These include the following: 2.3.1. The Hobart Networking for Harmony Committee, Yaizu and L’Aquila Sister City Committees, Equity and Discrimination in the Workplace (EDW). Council is also represented in steering committees for projects within the sector as required. 2.3.2. The Council was also invited by the Refugee Council of Australia to declare Hobart as the first Refugee Welcome Zone in Tasmania. This was publicly declared in October 2004. 2.3.3. A full list of Council activities in this area is provided on page 5 of the draft strategy. In July 2006, the then Corporate Management Team approved an extensive consultation process, which was both internally and externally focused, as part of the development of a CALD strategy for the Council. 2.4.1. The consultation was framed around the three categories of perception, communication and participation, which provided for a thorough exploration both internally and externally of the ways in which Council engages with the community around this issue. 2.4.2. The involvement of as many relevant areas of Council as possible in the development of the strategy helped to ensure its practicality and relevance across the organisation. 2.4.3. The consultation included meetings with Council staff, group meetings with CALD communities and the CALD sector, and one-on-one interviews with visits to CALD individuals. 2.4.4. The CMT resolution was that the strategy would seek to draw together the activities around cultural diversity from across the organisation. The draft CALD Strategy provides Council with a clear picture of the needs of Hobart’s CALD community, with which the Council has been working for many years, and Council’s role in meeting those needs. PROPOSAL 3.1. It is proposed that Council endorse the draft CALD Strategy 2009 – 2012. Item 6 / Page 3 4. 3.2. Should Council endorse the strategy, it is further proposed that feedback be sought from those who were consulted in the development of the strategy. 3.3. Following this feedback period, the strategy would be re-submitted to Council for approval. STRATEGIC PLANNING IMPLICATIONS 4.1. The draft CALD Strategy 2009 - 2012 has a direct correlation with Future Direction 6 and 7 of the Strategic Plan: ‘Builds strong and healthy communities through diversity, participation and empathy’, ‘Is dynamic, vibrant and culturally expressive’. 5. 6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS 5.1. It is anticipated that the implementation of the CALD Strategy would meet the identified needs of the CALD community within available resources. 5.2. The majority of actions in the CALD Strategy form an integral part of the Community Development Officer’s role and therefore would not incur additional costs. 5.3. If necessary, external funding would be sought for specific projects. LEGAL AND RISK IMPLICATIONS 6.1. 7. 8. None are foreseen. SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS 7.1. The draft CALD Strategy provides clearly defined actions to the delivery of CALD related projects within the city of Hobart. 7.2. It enhances the community and sector perception of Council’s commitment to CALD. CONSULTATION 8.1. The author has consulted with relevant Council staff, organisation representatives and individuals in the CALD community in the development of the Strategy, as detailed in Attachment B. Item 6 / Page 4 9. COMMUNICATION WITH THE STATE GOVERNMENT 9.1. 10. Multicultural Tasmania, Department of Premier and Cabinet was also consulted in the development of the strategy. CONCLUSION 10.1. The strategy formalises the cultural diversity activities with which the Council is currently involved as well as including new actions which have been identified as part of the consultation process. 10.2. The draft CALD Strategy has been developed through an extensive consultation process with Council staff, the CALD sector and the CALD community. 10.3. The draft CALD Strategy provides Council with a clear picture of the needs of Hobart’s CALD community, with which the Council has been working for many years, and Council’s role in meeting those needs. 11. RECOMMENDATION That 11.1. Report (o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\draft cald stratjun09.doc) be received and noted. 11.2. Council endorse the draft CALD Strategy 2009 - 2012. 11.3. Should Council endorse the Strategy, feedback be sought from those who were consulted in the development of the strategy. 11.4. Following this feedback period, the strategy be re-submitted to Council for approval. (Penny Saile) ACTING DIRECTOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT / MANAGER COMMUNITY INCLUSION Attachment A: Draft CALD Strategy (13) Attachment B: List of the parties consulted (3) Item 6 / Page 5 ATTACHMENT A Cultural and Linguistic Diversity (CALD) Strategy 2009 – 2012 Item 6 / Page 6 HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 Introduction Hobart City Council has been actively involved in the promotion and celebration of Cultural and Linguistic Diversity (CALD) in the Hobart community for many years and is continually striving to improve the wider community’s awareness and understanding of the economic, educational, social and cultural benefits of CALD and to mitigate the effects of racism and cultural isolation for CALD communities in Hobart. Definition of Cultural and Linguistic Diversity (CALD) Cultural and linguistic diversity is a very broad concept and encompasses the differences that exist between people, such as language, dress, traditions, food, societal structures, art and religion. In addition to the Anglo-Celtic majority of the Australian population, the major source of Australian cultural diversity is from three streams - the Indigenous community, immigration and humanitarian entrants. This Strategy deals with the last two streams; the strategies relevant to the Indigenous community are outlined in the Council’s Aboriginal Strategy. Background As already noted, Council has demonstrated its commitment to CALD for a number of years, however it does not currently have a clearly defined strategy to support coordination of CALD activities across the range of Council operations. The process of developing this CALD Strategy has provided an opportunity to review Council’s response to identified issues and service provider and community expectations. This strategy provides Council and the community with a clearly defined framework by which Council can continue to meet the needs and build the capacity of CALD communities in Hobart. It is an accessible document that outlines priority actions for the Council for the life of the strategy - 2009/10 - 2012/13, with specific actions detailed in the relevant Council annual and unit plans. Demographic Profile While Hobart has a relatively small migrant population compared to the other capital cities, the number of migrants and humanitarian entrants is increasing each year. In 1996 a little over 9% of people in Hobart were from CALD backgrounds. People with CALD backgrounds do not include people from primarily English-speaking countries. Page 1 of 12 o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\draft cald strat-jun09-attacha.doc Item 6 / Page 7 HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 The CALD profile in Hobart has significantly changed in recent times. Tasmania is the only state in Australia where humanitarian entrants are already the largest proportion of overseas arrivals. These changes in the diversity of the resident population require appropriate levels of support, resource allocation, empathy and encouragement from all sectors of the community. In the Hobart LGA, according to the 2006 Census, 15.6% of the total population was born overseas. This compares with 11% of the total population born overseas in the Greater Hobart area (ABS statistical division) and 10.6% of the Tasmanian population. Since the 2006 Census, a further 1,236 people born overseas have joined the greater Hobart area (with 511 of these in the Hobart LGA). The non-English speaking countries of origin include Afghanistan, Chile, China, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, India, Sudan and Thailand. The migrants have come through both the skilled migration and humanitarian streams. According to the 2006 Census, a much greater percentage than the state average speaks a language other than English at home in Hobart. In Hobart, 10.1% of the population spoke a language other than English at home compared to 3.1% of the Tasmanian population. Since the 2006 Census, the majority of the migrants have been from non-English speaking backgrounds. This Strategy generally applies to those who live, study, work in or visit the City of Hobart. As a capital city, many government and non-government services / agencies are located in the Hobart municipal area. These include the Royal Hobart Hospital, Multicultural Tasmania, Multicultural Council of Tasmania, Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC), Centacare, Anglicare, Colony 47, Mission Australia, the Salvation Army, Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) and Migrant Resource Centre South. Linkages between the CALD Strategy and other Council Strategies and Plans The CALD Strategy sits under the Hobart City Council Strategic Plan 2008 - 2013, which sets a five-year program for achieving the vision and direction of Hobart 2025 and provides the whole of Council context to inform Council’s actions in relation to the needs and interests of CALD communities. It is one of a suite of cohort strategies sitting under the overarching Social Inclusion Plan. On an annual basis, Council develops an Annual Plan of major initiatives and specific Unit Plans, which detail specific strategies and actions in each Unit of Council. This Strategy, which has significantly drawn on an extensive consultation undertaken during 2007/2008, is designed to strategically inform the process of forming these plans for cultural diversity. Page 2 of 12 Item 6 / Page 8 HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 Aims of the CALD Strategy The CALD Strategy is principally aligned to Future Direction Statements 6 and 7 within the Hobart 2025 strategic framework: In 2025 Hobart will be a City that: FD 6 - builds strong and healthy communities through diversity, participation and empathy FD 7 - is dynamic, vibrant and culturally expressive. The strategy’s overall goal, with particular reference to Strategic Outcome - Diversity is valued and there is participation by all in the community, is for the Council in its work with CALD communities is to foster social inclusion, reduce cultural isolation and address racism. The aims of the CALD Strategy are to: • Demonstrate Council’s commitment to the development and support of CALD in the Hobart municipal area • Provide direction for Council’s activities in relation to CALD communities • Provide a framework to assist in prioritising responses to the needs and interests of CALD communities. Council’s Role A key role for Hobart City Council is to integrate the consideration for CALD in all aspects of Council business. Its other role is in raising awareness of CALD issues both within the Council and within the Hobart municipal area. In many cases Council will provide information and advocate with and on behalf of CALD communities, as well as support other organisations to access resources to develop and implement programs and activities as part of a capacity building role. Development of the CALD Strategy The consultation process was focused both internally with relevant officers within the Council and externally. The community consultation provided many opportunities for Council to engage with representatives from the CALD and wider communities. The CALD sector includes direct service providers to the CALD communities such as Migrant Resource Centre - South, Centacare and TAFE, as well as the general administration bodies such as Department of Immigration and Citizenship and Multicultural Tasmania. In determining how to go about the consultation process, a fundamental question “How does Council focus on Cultural Diversity?” was asked. In examining Council’s CALDrelated activities, it became clear that these fell into three categories - perception, communication and participation. Each category is however interdependent. These three categories provide a structure for Council to deliver projects and activities more effectively, within its current level of staff resources. It also helps Council to develop new programs and activities. Page 3 of 12 Item 6 / Page 9 HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 Consultation questions were created around the various relationships between stakeholders within each of the categories: PERCEPTION • • • Council’s perception of CALD communities CALD community’s perception of Council CALD sector’s perception of Council COMMUNICATION • • • Council’s communication with CALD communities CALD community’s communication with Council CALD sector’s communication with Council PARTICIPATION • • • Council involving CALD communities in its activities CALD community participation in Council activities CALD sector participation in Council activities These relationships are identified in the following diagram: PERCEPTION:COMMUNICATION:PARTICIPATION Hobart City Council PERCEPTION:COMMUNICATION:PARTICIPATION Page 4 of 12 Item 6 / Page 10 HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 What Hobart City Council has been doing Since 2000/2001 when the Greater Hobart Networking for Harmony project was undertaken, the community’s awareness of CALD issues has grown. This is in part due to the work of the Hobart Networking for Harmony Committee, a noticeable increase in humanitarian entrants living within Hobart as well as a number of significant world events involving specific religious or cultural communities. The effect of this raised awareness of CALD issues is an increased expectation from the community that Council will develop both short and long-term programs and activities that address related issues. The work in which Council has been involved within the three categories, since 2000 includes: PERCEPTION • • • • • • • • Media workshops, campaigns, awards Culture cards for restaurants Cultural Diversity Festival Kit for schools Bridging the Gap project Staff Cultural Diversity training Refugee Welcome Zone Council website information on Cultural Diversity Council website information on Sister Cities COMMUNICATION • • • • • • • Free telephone translation service Facilitation of Hobart Networking for Harmony Committee Regular meetings with Multicultural Tasmania Regular meetings with Department of Immigration & Multicultural Affairs Involvement in 62 Providers Forum Former participation on the International Wall of Friendship Committee Representation on Migrant Resource Centre - South Board of Management PARTICIPATION • • • • • • • • • • Developing the Greater Hobart Networking for Harmony Committee with the other greater Hobart councils and other key stakeholders Harmony Day - Welcome for International, Migrant & Refugee Students Harmony Day - Cultural Banner workshops Refugee Week activity support for other organisations Media workshops for cultural organisations Sister City activities - student exchanges, arts and cultural activities Citizenship Ceremonies Christmas Pageant involvement of cultural groups African Cultural Festival Community and Cultural Grants Program focus on cultural activities Page 5 of 12 ISSUE Enhance the wider community’s understanding of the diversity of experiences of migrants and refugees, so that both the commonalities and differences of these experiences are better understood. Continue to undertake a leadership role in promoting Hobart’s cultural diversity. PERCEPTION • • The annual welcome to international, migrant and humanitarian entrant students in the Elizabeth Mall Page 6 of 12 Citizenship ceremonies Work with the Hobart Networking for Harmony (NFH) Committee and the wider CALD community to investigate appropriate initiatives that develop community understanding Provide support for community activities that build community understanding, such as the Tasmanians Talking initiative − − Continue to deliver ongoing activities and events including: • • • • • • • Affirm the value and celebration of CALD at every opportunity Facilitate welcome and celebration of CALD community by wider community through activities such as the annual welcome to international, migrant and humanitarian entrant students in the Elizabeth Mall Continue organising multicultural events and assist communities in organising activities such as the African Cultural Festival Encourage strategies that address racism within the Hobart mainstream community Speak out against negative perceptions of CALD community Advocate with/for CALD communities in appropriate networks and forums Promote successful CALD events/stories • MAJOR ACTION HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 – 2012 Item 6 / Page 11 ISSUE the different levels of government in Australia the function of local government the boundaries of the Hobart municipal area citizens’ rights and responsibilities the diversity of services and programs provided by the Council requirements and standards relating to environmental health, including food outlets, immunisations Ensure Council is as accessible, responsive and flexible as possible in its responses to CALD communities Improve Council staff’s awareness and understanding of language, cultural needs and diversity of CALD communities • • • • • • Enhance CALD communities’ understanding of: PERCEPTION • Page 7 of 12 Provide Cross Cultural Awareness Training for Council staff Undertake further consultation with CALD communities to determine specific examples related to this issue and work with communities to develop appropriate solutions • • Provide Cross Cultural Awareness Training (CCAT) for all relevant Council staff on a regular basis Work with CALD communities to clarify specific cultural needs as they relate to Council processes and operations Develop accessible information for presentation to CALD communities that responds to the listed items utilising a diversity of mediums, including the development of a PowerPoint presentation and brochure / information sheets. Work with migrant and humanitarian entrant stakeholders to maintain and enhance twoway information Investigate the opportunity to link into the Adult Migrant English Program civic education program • • • • MAJOR ACTION HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 Item 6 / Page 12 Increase staff awareness of resources that are available to assist in their communication with CALD communities. Enhance the diversity and effectiveness of consultation mechanisms, two way communication and provision of information between the Council and CALD communities. ISSUE COMMUNICATION Page 8 of 12 Promote and provide training in the use of the Translating Information Service (TIS) • • • • • • • • In addition to the Hobart NFH Committee, consult pro-actively, broadly and effectively with a diverse range of CALD communities Expand the membership of the Hobart NFH Committee to include a broader representation of CALD communities Conduct a biennial forum involving CALD communities, service providers and the broader community to indentify the needs and interests of CALD communities and develop effective and appropriate responses Distribute and promote the CALD Strategy to CALD sector and communities Link into existing structures to promote Council initiative/activities, such as TAFE and 62 Providers Forum Use ethnic radio to advertise events/give information Consider the provision of fact sheets about Council in CALD languages Investigate opportunities to provide statutory information in a variety of ways • MAJOR ACTION HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 Item 6 / Page 13 Research emerging issues, trends and demographics through consultation with CALD communities, Department of Immigration and Citizenship and Australian Bureau of Statistics Promote Council’s CALD Community Development Officer to sector and CALD communities and within the Council • • Ensure Council’s understanding and knowledge of new and emerging CALD communities is current. Ensure Council’s point of contact for CALD-related issues is widely known. Page 9 of 12 Further investigate the best means for supporting inter-community participation through Hobart NFH Committee; Multicultural Council of Tasmania and Migrant Resource Centre – South • • • • • • • Provide support to CALD communities to facilitate their connections / communications with each other. Enhance the provision of general Council information for activities, programs and events, and critical Council information, including immunisations, food safety emergencies, rubbish removal and water restrictions etc, to all CALD communities, both new arrivals and established communities. Work with the Hobart NFH Committee and other CALD communities to develop an information program relating to the identified critical areas of Council operation Identify possible environmental programs and activities for CALD communities Maintain relationships with key community members to ensure information flows through to the wider CALD communities Maintain and further develop links with 62 Providers, Centacare IHSS, AMES, MRC, UTAS and other relevant community organisations Maintain and further develop existing partnerships with both State and Commonwealth Government departments Ensure CALD service providers are on Council events mailing lists Investigate appropriate methods of providing information to established CALD communities about Council awards and funding programs, perhaps through the Migrant Resource Centre and/or Multicultural Council of Tasmania MAJOR ACTION • ISSUE COMMUNICATION HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 Item 6 / Page 14 ISSUE Continue to undertake a leadership role in building community harmony. PARTICIPATION • • • • • • • • • Page 10 of 12 Support the ongoing and further development of the Hobart NFH Committee and expand its membership. Continue to deliver the annual welcome to international students event Continue to assist CALD communities to provide cultural festivals, such as the African Cultural Festival Encourage communities to apply for support multicultural festivals through Council’s grants programs Consider the development of initiatives that address racist incidences in the Hobart CBD, bus mall and UTAS Promote Hobart as a Refugee Welcome Zone Continue to facilitate citizenship ceremonies Encourage and assist the community to provide programs and activities through existing facilities and resources that meet the needs and interests of CALD communities Build networks, partnerships and strategic alliances to advocate for and provide innovative responses to the identified needs and interests of CALD communities MAJOR ACTION HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 Item 6 / Page 15 ISSUE Improve Council staff’s awareness of the barriers to participation faced by CALD communities, and improve understanding of local government by CALD communities. Ensure CALD communities are encouraged to participate in all Council activities including those with a CALD focus. PARTICIPATION • • Page 11 of 12 Deliver cross cultural awareness training for Council staff Provide information about Council services, programs etc - cross reference to perception action Apply cultural awareness within everyday work as appropriate • • • • • • Provide opportunities and undertake activities that promote positive interaction between CALD communities and other users of public open spaces, including promoting events and activities for CALD communities that occur in public open spaces Facilitate contact, both formally and informally, with Council Aldermen and senior Council staff with CALD communities as appropriate Involve CALD communities in planning for and participating in activities Ensure a diverse range of CALD communities are engaged with Council activities Partner with CALD communities to deliver appropriate arts, cultural, entertainment and recreational programs, activities and events Facilitate access to a range of entertainment, recreation, arts and cultural facilities and resources that are accessible, affordable and appropriate to meet the needs and interests of CALD communities • MAJOR ACTION HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 Item 6 / Page 16 ISSUE Respond to housing issues, including affordability, identified by CALD communities. Support employment assistance and opportunities for CALD communities. PARTICIPATION • Page 12 of 12 Provide input into policies of governments and other key stakeholders regarding the needs and interests of CALD communities Consult with relevant CALD service providers in preparing the Council’s Affordable Housing Strategy • • • • • Continue to assist CALD communities to identify and access employment opportunities within the Council, including traineeships, apprenticeships, vocational skills placements volunteering, workplace mentoring and work experience opportunities which meet the needs of a diverse range of CALD communities Empower and support CALD communities to participate in relevant forums, networks and other participation processes that may lead to increased employability Identify opportunities for CALD communities to gain skills within Council processes, such as encouraging stallholder applications to The Taste Festival Investigate the potential use of the Council Skill Centre at Mornington to facilitate and provide education, training and employment programs and activities Support and facilitate the development of CALD community members as active citizens in relation to the roles, responsibilities and processes of local government • MAJOR ACTION HOBART CITY COUNCIL’S CALD STRATEGY 2009 - 2012 Item 6 / Page 17 Leyon Parker Rob Mather Prue de Vries Peter Fleming Kevin Patmore Gary Randall Ross Willis Mark Dwyer Brian Lumb Mark Painter Barry Holmes Scott Morgan/Mark Bass Glenn Doyle Ian Stanley Margaret Johns Peter Rodwell Roads & Traffic Engineering Bushland and Reserves Community Development Survey and Asset Services Environmental Services Strategic Executive Support Compliance & Permits Environmental Health Civic Parks Waste Engineering Development Planning Professional Services Parks and Recreation Development Appraisal Corporate Services Human Resources o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\draft cald strat-jun09-attachb.doc PERSON CONSULTED UNIT / POSITION Hobart City Council LIST OF COUNCIL STAFF, CALD SECTOR AND CALD COMMUNITY CONSULTED Page 1 of 3 ATTACHMENT B Item 6 / Page 18 Integrated Humanitarian Settlement Strategy (IHSS) Newly Arrived Youth Support Services (NAYSS) UNIT / POSITION Anti-Discrimination Commission Dept Health and Human Services Dept Premier and Cabinet Tasmania Police Dept of Immigration and Citizenship Dept of Education UTAS UTAS 1300 655 307 Tasmanian Polytechnic 6226 2706 [email protected] 6226 2697 [email protected] 6220 5335 [email protected] Gayle Viney (acting) (for Helen Ebsworth) Catherine Behrens Danielle Bresnehan Matt Durose Lyn Andersch Craig Waterhouse Santi Mariso Multicultural Tasmania Multicultural Liaison Officer Community Education/Liaison Officer Page 2 of 3 6230 2341 [email protected] 6224 490 [email protected] 6233 3439 Janet Ong (Manager) 1800 816 057 [email protected] 62227656 [email protected] 6211 4066 [email protected] Yabbo Thompson Matt Hingston 6221 0999 6278 1660 Centacare 6214 1487 [email protected] [email protected] CURRENT CONTACT DETAILS Anne Hamilton/Cedric Manen/ Kiros Zsegay Kevin Wilson (Chair) Alison Hines Helen Widdowfield PERSON/S CONSULTED Multicultural Health Policy Officer, Deborah Van Veltzen Population Health ESL Education Student Services CALD Liaison Officer Integrated Humanitarian Settlement Strategy (IHSS) (AMEP) International Student Services Hobart Networking for Harmony Committee Migrant Resource Centre Community Development Relationships Australia Adult Migrant English Program TAFE Colony 47 Centacare AGENCY CALD Sector Item 6 / Page 19 Alliance Francaise de Hobart Inc Australian American Association Australian Italian Club Bulgarian Community of Tasmania Burundian community Canadian Association in Tasmania Chinese Community Association of Tasmania Congolese community Dante Alighieri Society Inc Dutch Australian Society ‘Abel Tasman’ Inc El Salvadore Community Estonian Association in Tasmania Ethiopian community Hellenic Community Welfare of St George Hmong-Australia Cultural Society of Tasmania Hobart Hebrew Congregation Inc Indian Cultural Society of Tasmania Inc Japan Club Tasmania Liberian Family Manx Community in Tasmania Polish Senior Citizens Club Rwandan community Scandinavian Association of Tasmania Sudanese community Tasmanian Muslim Association Inc Thai Australian Community Vietnamese Community of Tasmania Welsh Society of Southern Tasmania CALD Community COMMUNITY Page 3 of 3 Item 6 / Page 20 C.D.C. (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) 10/06/2009 7. COMMUNITY SAFETY PARTNERSHIP/HOBART LIQUOR ACCORD – FILE REFS: 10-90-1; 16-50-20 11x’s Report of the Acting Director Community Development/Manager Community Inclusion of 22 May 2009 and attachment. DELEGATION: Council Item 7 / Page 1 TO : General Manager FROM : Deputy General Manager / Director Community Development DATE : 22 May 2009 SUBJECT : COMMUNITY SAFETY PARTNERSHIP / HOBART LIQUOR ACCORD FILE : 10-90-1 / 16-50-20 :HJS (o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\com safety partnershipjun09.doc) 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. This report seeks Council endorsement of a strategic approach involving key stakeholders, to address community safety issues in Hobart. 1.1.1. 2. It also presents a request from the Commissioner for Licensing for Council to support the establishment of a liquor accord in Hobart. BACKGROUND Hobart Community Safety Strategy Review 2004 2.1. 2.2. In December 2004, the Hobart City Council and the State Government jointly launched a Community Safety Strategy for the Hobart municipal area. 2.1.1. The Strategy was based on research and community consultation, and identified fifteen key safety issues of concern to the Hobart community at the time. 2.1.2. The Strategy then documented the existing programs and activities, as well as a range of new initiatives to address those issues. It is now five years since the Strategy was developed and it is due for review. While the majority of actions identified in the Strategy have been addressed, other issues have emerged and responses have been delivered that were not identified in the Strategy document. The prescription of inner city parks as alcohol free is a good example. Establishment of a Hobart Strategic Community Safety Partnership 2.3. Tasmania Police representatives have raised with Council officers the possible development of a strategic community safety partnership to replace the Strategy. Item 7 / Page 2 2.4. Community safety partnerships operate in a variety of forms in other municipal areas in the State including Launceston, Huon Valley and Glenorchy. 2.4.1. 2.5. While the models vary, the essence of the partnerships is that they bring together key stakeholders responsible for delivery of community safety and associated issues at senior officer level, to achieve effective, efficient and coordinated outcomes. In other words, a coordinated action group. 2.5.1. 2.6. Following its City Safety Summit in October 2008, Melbourne City Council established a high level cross-sector group to coordinate and monitor city safety initiatives. The partnership provides the structure for action in response to emerging issues, as opposed to the previous Strategy which outlined agreements about the actions that would be taken. More work is required to establish the most appropriate and effective model for Hobart. In particular, consultation is required with the key government and non-government agencies, as well as other stakeholders, to establish the appropriate membership. 2.6.1. It would be expected, however, that agencies including Hobart City Council, Tasmania Police, Department of Treasury and Finance - Liquor and Gaming Branch, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Education, Metro and the Australian Hotels’ Association would need to be involved. 2.7. In addition, there must be a mechanism for the strategic partnership group to be informed by, and to provide information to, the community and business interests. 2.8. At the recent “Save our City Summit”, business representatives raised the issue of the need for a mechanism for traders to work with Council and the Police. 2.8.1. 2.9. Regular forums may be the most appropriate method for consulting with business, but this would need to be discussed with the traders themselves. With regard to input from the general community, two mechanisms already exist and could be refocused to support the partnership. 2.9.1. Tasmania Police are keen to maintain their existing Hobart Community Police Liaison Group but membership and terms of reference would need to be redefined. The Council could also take a more active role here in assisting with the structuring of the agenda, as well as other administrative support, to ensure the group is effective going forward. Item 7 / Page 3 2.9.2. The other opportunity exists with the Council’s own local area traffic groups. Community safety issues are often raised in these meetings anyway, and it would only require a slight refocus to create an effective mechanism for gaining community input on general safety issues. 2.10. It would be expected that the strategic partnership group would, in certain circumstances, establish working groups to pursue a particular issue or concern. 2.11. The intention would be to also create a cross-Divisional working group within the Council, to ensure that community safety activities across the range of Council function areas are coordinated. Establishment of a Hobart Liquor Accord 2.12. The Council has also been approached by the Commissioner for Licensing to support the establishment of a liquor accord in Hobart. (Copy at Attachment A). 2.13. An accord is a voluntary agreement between liquor licensees, relevant authorities, including liquor licensing authorities, police, local government and other stakeholders to work together on issues of mutual concern. 2.14. The first accord in Tasmania was established in Burnie in June last year and a Launceston accord is expected to be implemented shortly. 2.15. Both of these accords are supported by the Council involved. In Burnie’s case this support involves provision of a meeting room, catering, secretarial support and officer representation. 2.15.1. It is important to draw the distinction between this level of support and a model where the Council is seen to be the facilitator / driver of the process. It is considered that such a role is more appropriately undertaken by the agency with primary responsibility for licensing issues. 2.16. The accord group could constitute an issue-based sub-group (working group) under the strategic community safety partnership. Other Issues 2.17. A number of issues related to community safety have been receiving some discussion in the community recently. The following provides Aldermen with information on action being taken in relation to these issues. Item 7 / Page 4 2.17.1. Police presence in Elizabeth Mall. Tasmania Police advise that a Public Order Response Team has now been tasked to the Mall on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. This is in addition to a generally increased police presence in the area. 2.17.2. Smoking. There has been a call for smoking to be banned in Elizabeth Mall. In response to an earlier resolution, Council’s Environmental Health Unit will be conducting a business and community survey in the new financial year to determine the level of support for a ban on smoking in al fresco dining locations and other public places such as the Mall. The Biennial Community and Business Surveys are also scheduled for June / July and the opportunity will be taken to include questions in the surveys around this issue to determine a general community opinion. 2.17.3. Piped Music. There have been some suggestions made that piped music in Elizabeth Mall may assist in reducing the incidence of criminal and anti-social behaviour. A similar initiative was implemented with some success in Salamanca Square a number of years ago. Council officers are currently investigating the feasibility of applying this suggestion in the Elizabeth Mall. 2.17.4. The role of the police and information booth in the Mall. While the booth has a dual purpose - as a site for information provided by the Council for tourists and the general community, as well as a site for a police presence in the Mall, Tasmania Police has made it clear that it does not see placement of a dedicated officer in this location as the best use of its resources. This would be taken into consideration in any future reports to the Council outlining options for the future use of this booth. 3. PROPOSAL 3.1. It is proposed that Council endorse the development of a strategic community safety partnership for Hobart, with a further report to be provided once a suitable model has been established and stakeholders consulted. Item 7 / Page 5 3.2. It is also proposed that the Council support the establishment of a liquor accord for Hobart, by way of officer representation at accord meetings, provision of a meeting venue and catering, and some limited administrative support if required, as outlined in correspondence from the Commissioner for Licensing dated 1 May 2009 (Attachment A). 3.2.1. 4. STRATEGIC PLANNING IMPLICATIONS 4.1. 5. 6. 8. The proposal is consistent with the Council’s Strategic Plan 2008-2013, specifically Outcome 6.4 “A safe and healthy city”. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS 5.1. No significant costs are foreseen at this time. 5.2. Should the liquor accord be established, some small costs could be incurred in terms of officer time, administrative support and catering but it is envisaged that these could be met from the existing allocation for the community safety activity in the Council’s Annual Plan. SOCIAL/MARKETING/MEDIA/PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS 6.1. 7. It is further proposed however, that the Commissioner for Licensing be advised that the Council does not see its role as facilitating or driving the establishment or operation of the accord. The proposal provides for a strategic response to community safety issues in the city. As well as creating a mechanism for safety issues to be dealt with in a coordinated way across agencies, it also provides avenues for business and community input to that process. CONSULTATION / COMMUNICATION WITH THE STATE GOVERNMENT 7.1. To this point, consultation has only occurred with Tasmania Police and the Liquor and Gaming Branch, Department of Treasury and Finance. 7.2. Should the Council approve the proposal, consultation would take place with all other relevant stakeholders. CONCLUSION 8.1. The existing Hobart Community Safety Strategy is due for review. 8.2. Tasmania Police has suggested that the Strategy be replaced by the development of a strategic community safety partnership, which brings together key stakeholders responsible for community safety, to achieve effective, efficient and coordinated outcomes. Item 7 / Page 6 8.3. More work is required to establish the right model for Hobart. In particular, consultation is required with the key government and nongovernment agencies, as well as other stakeholders, to establish the appropriate membership. 8.3.1. 8.4. 9. In addition, there must be a mechanism for the strategic partnership group to be informed by, and to provide information to, the community and business interests. The Council has also been approached by the Commissioner for Licensing to support the establishment of a liquor accord in Hobart. RECOMMENDATION That 9.1. Report (o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\com safety partnershipjun09.doc) be received and noted. 9.2. The Council endorse the development of a strategic community safety partnership for Hobart, with a further report to be provided once a suitable model has been established and stakeholders consulted. 9.3. The Council support the establishment of a liquor accord for Hobart, by way of officer representation at accord meetings, provision of a meeting venue and catering and some limited administrative support if required, as outlined in correspondence to the Council from the Commissioner for Licensing dated 1 May 2009 (Attachment A). 9.3.1. The Commissioner for Licensing be advised that the Council does not see its role as facilitating or driving the establishment or operation of the accord. (Heather Salisbury) DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER / DIRECTOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Attachment A: Letter from the Commissioner for Licensing with attachment dated 1 May 2009 (5) Item 7 / Page 7 Item 7 / Page 8 Item 7 / Page 9 Item 7 / Page 10 Item 7 / Page 11 C.D.C. (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) 10/06/2009 8. CULTURAL GRANTS PROGRAM 2009/2010 - REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE – ERROL FLYNN CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS AND 60TH INTERVARSITY CHORAL FESTIVAL – 25-4-1 38x’s Report of the Acting Director Community Development/Manager Community Inclusion of 29 May 2009 and attachments. DELEGATION: Committee Item 8 / Page 1 TO : General Manager FROM : Acting Director Community Development/Manager Community Inclusion DATE : 29 May 2009 SUBJECT : REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE - ERROL FLYNN CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS AND 60TH INTERVARSITY CHORAL FESTIVAL FILE : 25-1-1 :LORRAINEJ (o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\errol flynn_intervarsity choral festjun09.doc) 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. The purpose of this report is to seek Council approval for two grants - for the Errol Flynn Centenary Celebrations and the 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival. 1.2. While both requests have been submitted for consideration under the 2009/2010 Cultural Grants program, both are being presented for consideration outside this process because of the early timing of the events. 1.2.1. 2. Both applications are provided at Attachments A and B. A letter from the Sponsorships representative 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival is provided at Attachment C. BACKGROUND Errol Flynn Centenary Celebrations 2.1. Hobart City Council has received a request from the Errol Flynn Centenary Committee for financial assistance of $5,000 in support of the Errol Flynn Centenary Celebrations to be held from 12 - 21 June 2009. 2.2. Council has previously committed to a financial contribution of $4,000 to this initiative by allocating $2,000 towards the placement of an ‘Errol Flynn star’ outside the State Cinema in North Hobart, and a further $2,000 allocation towards promotion of the event by printing of a brochure entitled “Errol Flynn Tour of Hobart.” 2.2.1. However, given the uniqueness of the event and its significance to Hobart, this additional request for financial assistance is being presented for Council consideration. Item 8 / Page 2 2.3. The Errol Flynn Centenary Committee has developed a program of events to “celebrate the life and achievement of this complex legend”, one of Tasmanian’s favourite sons. 2.3.1. 2.4. The Errol Flynn Centenary Committee has requested $4,000 from the Council as a contribution towards the travel costs to bring Rory Flynn and her son Sean to Tasmania for the celebrations, however, given the Council’s already significant contribution to the event, $3,000 is recommended for consideration. 2.4.1. 2.5. A combination of movies at the State Cinema, memorabilia at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, sword fighting in Elizabeth Mall and partying with Errol’s daughter Rory and grandson Sean form part of the program highlights. A Program Guide is provided at Attachment D. Rory Flynn is central to the program and a number of media opportunities have been organised for her visit, such as interviews with several national radio stations in Sydney, the Nine Network and ABC television in Hobart. The Committee has also requested $1,000 for promotional purposes. Given Council’s contribution towards promotional material provided earlier in the year, this aspect of the request is not recommended for support. 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival 2.6. The 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival will be held in Hobart from 5 July 18 July 2009. 2.7. A request has been received from the 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival for financial assistance from the Council to cover venue hire fees for the City Hall and Town Hall during the second week of the festival. 2.7.1. 2.8. The total contribution being sought is $1,938. The festival, through its aims of encouraging and furthering the performance of, and interests in, choral music by Australian tertiary students, regularly features international-standard conductors, orchestras and soloists, appearing in both orchestral and a cappella concerts. 2.8.1. Australian university choristers have gathered yearly in each of the capital cities to cover much of the choral composition in the repertoire. Item 8 / Page 3 2.9. The 60th Intervarsity Festival is likely to attract 120 singers, representing 13 national university choirs that have around 1,200 active associate members throughout Australia. The singers will be meeting in Hobart to perform at three major concerts in the second week of the festival. 2.9.1. The first week is spent in workshops and rehearsing for the performances. 2.10. The first of the two performances for which financial assistance is being sought is in the Town Hall on 11 July, as part of the Festival of Voices. The other is a major concert to conclude the Intervarsity Choral Festival, a Gala Performance held in the City Hall and featuring the Intervarsity Choir and the Hobart Wind Symphony. 3. 4. PROPOSAL 3.1. The Errol Flynn Centenary Committee has requested a further $5,000 in financial assistance for the Errol Flynn Centenary Celebrations - $4,000 towards travel costs and $1,000 for promotion purposes. Council has already provided a significant level of funding for this event, including financial assistance for promotion. 3.2. It is proposed, however, that because of the significance of the event for Hobart, that the Council further support the Errol Flynn Centenary Celebrations by providing a grant of $3,000 towards travel costs for Rory Flynn and her son Sean, to attend the event launch and to participate in other aspects of the celebrations. 3.3. It is also proposed that the Council support the 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival by providing a grant of $1,938 to cover venue hire costs for the use of the City Hall and Town Hall for two of the three major concerts in the festival. 3.4. Should Council approve support for these events, it is further proposed that the grants be paid from residual funds in the allocation for Uncommitted Cultural Grants within the Cultural Development Function in the Council’s 2008/2009 Annual Plan. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS 4.1. A total of $4,938 for two cultural events is recommended for funding outside the Council’s annual grants round, because of the early timing of these events: • $3,000 for the Errol Flynn Centenary Celebrations, and • $1,938 for the 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival. 4.2. A residual amount of $5,264 is available in the Council’s 2008/2009 Annual Plan for Uncommitted Cultural Grants. Item 8 / Page 4 5. STRATEGIC PLANNING IMPLICATIONS 5.1. 6. FD 7.3 Entertainment, arts and cultural activities promote the distinctive character of the city and lifestyle opportunities and strong communities will ensure a vibrancy and way of life in Hobart. • FD 7.3.1 Encourage and promote activities that create a vibrant city. Consultation has been undertaken with the Chair of the Errol Flynn Centenary Committee, the Convenor of the 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival and Council’s Manager Events and Cultural Development, Urban Designer, and Senior Cultural Heritage Officer. MARKETING/MEDIA/PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS 7.1. 8. • CONSULTATION 6.1. 7. The proposed activity is in line with several strategies outlined in the Council’s Strategic Plan 2008 - 2013, in particular: Hobart City Council would benefit from marketing and media opportunities throughout both festivals as the Council’s logo would be on promotional materials and Council banners would also be displayed at relevant events within both celebrations. It is also considered that the media attention associated with Rory Flynn’s visit would promote the city and the Council in a positive manner. CONCLUSION 8.1. Two requests for financial assistance have been received as part of the Council’s 2009/2010 annual grants round - Errol Flynn Centenary Celebrations and the 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival. 8.1.1. 8.2. Council has already committed assistance to the Errol Flynn Centenary Celebrations to the value of $4,000. 8.2.1. 8.3. Both are being recommended for consideration outside the round, due to the timing of the projects - one in June, the other in early July. It is recommended that a further $3,000 be granted for this project, given its significance to the Hobart community. It is further recommended that an amount of $1,938 be granted to the 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival, making a total of $4,938 for both projects. Item 8 / Page 5 8.4. 9. The projects could be funded from residual funds within the allocation for Uncommitted Cultural Grants within the Cultural Development Function in the Council’s 2008/2009 Annual Plan. RECOMMENDATION That 9.1. Report :(o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\errol flynn_intervarsity choral fest-jun09.doc) be received and noted. 9.2. Because of its uniqueness and the significance of the event for Hobart, the Council further support the Errol Flynn Centenary Celebrations by providing a grant of $3,000 towards travel costs for Rory Flynn and her son Sean, to attend the event launch and to participate in other aspects of the celebrations. 9.3. The Council support the 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival by providing a grant of $1,938 to cover venue hire costs for the use of the City Hall and Town Hall for two of the three major concerts in the festival. 9.4. Should Council approve support for these events, the grants be paid from residual funds in the allocation for Uncommitted Cultural Grants within the Cultural Development Function in the Council’s 2008/2009 Annual Plan. (Penny Saile) ACTING DIRECTOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT / MANAGER COMMUNITY INCLUSION Attachment A: Attachment B: Attachment C: Attachment D: Grants Application Form - Errol Flynn Centenary Committee (7) Grants Application Form - 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival (7) Letter from the Sponsorships representative 60th Intervarsity Choral Festival (3) Errol Flynn Centenary Program Guide (16) Item 8 / Page 6 Item 8 / Page 7 Item 8 / Page 8 Item 8 / Page 9 Item 8 / Page 10 Item 8 / Page 11 Item 8 / Page 12 Item 8 / Page 13 Item 8 / Page 14 Item 8 / Page 15 Item 8 / Page 16 Item 8 / Page 17 Item 8 / Page 18 Item 8 / Page 19 Item 8 / Page 20 Item 8 / Page 21 Item 8 / Page 22 Item 8 / Page 23 Presented by the Errol Flynn Society of Tasmania Inc. Come and enjoy Tasmania’s celebration of a home-grown Hollywood Icon Program Guide www.flynncentenarycelebration.com.au Item 8 / Page 24 Be ‘in like Flynn’ to 10 days of events! www.flynncentenarycelebration.com.au Item 8 / Page 25 ERROL FLYNN To millions during the Thirties and Forties, Flynn epitomised glamour, action and romance in cinema classics such as Captain Blood, The Adventures of Robin Hood and The Sea Hawk. If Errol’s journey from the Hobart suburb of Battery Point to international stardom during Hollywood’s ‘Golden Age’ was just as action-packed as those he portrayed onscreen, it was also more improbable – and certainly more controversial. 1909~1959 A 100 years after his birth in Tasmania, Errol Flynn reigns as the supreme swashbuckler in the history of film. H His was a personality that was larger than life in every respect: a unique mixture of charm, urbanity, recklessness, indulgence, swagger and non-conformity that seduced and outraged many, kept courts and newspaper front pages busy, and left Flynn himself burnt-out and prematurely dead at the age of 50. But nobody has wielded a sword, swept away a damsel or filled a pair of tights like Errol Flynn since he first commanded the world’s attention. He was, and is likely to remain, Tasmania’s most famous son. The Errol Flynn Centenary Committee invites you to celebrate the life and achievement of this complex legend. With movies at the State Cinema in Hobart, memorabilia at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, swordfighting in the Elizabeth Street Mall, or partying with Errol’s daughter Rory and grandson Sean at the Heart Foundation Gala Ball on the actual night of his birthday, it’s the most fun you’ll have in a 100 years! 3 Item 8 / Page 26 www.flynncentenarycelebration.com.au Item 8 / Page 27 Errol Flynn Centenary Display H ‘…a deadly fear of mediocrity’ - Errol Flynn World famous Hollywood film star Errol Flynn was determined to make his mark on the world. In his own words he had a deadly fear of mediocrity. Rory Flynn, Errol’s daughter by his second of three marriages, has loaned objects and correspondence for TMAG’s new temporary display, while other material has been borrowed from collectors and members of the Errol Flynn Society of Tasmania. These items tell the story of an intelligent man who played with truth, sought solace in the arms of women and the sea, and searched, to no avail, for a deeper meaning to his life. Each item in the display represents a stage in Errol’s life. Precious items such as his birth certificate and his Hutchins School Badge tell the story of Flynn’s time in Hobart, while his Declaration of Intention marks his attainment of American citizenship. His love of the water can be seen through a transcript written by Flynn detailing his adventures on his 118 foot schooner the Zacca, a pair of swimming trunks worn by the A-list celebrity and a letter to his yet-to-be second wife Nora during his time in Jamaica. A number of Errol’s letters to Nora throughout the different stages of their lives are displayed, and demonstrate not only the charm of one of Hollywood’s most debonair stars, but Errol and Nora’s continuing fondness for one another following their divorce. Rory has also loaned a prop dagger used by the swashbuckling actor in one of his many adventure films, along with photographs detailing the extent of his acting career. Errol Flynn was a mixture of charm and roguery, a victim of his own fame. But in all his exploits, he managed to avoid succumbing to the mediocrity of everyday life. A D M I T O N E The disp lay runs from in the foyer of th Sunday 1 Friday 12 June un e TMAG 2 July 20 til 09 10.00am – 5.00pm daily Tasmania n Museu m and Art G Free adm allery ission Visit ww w.tmag.t as.gov.au 5 Item 8 / Page 28 www.flynncentenarycelebration.com.au Item 8 / Page 29 Errol Flynn Film Festival H Tasmania’s most famous swashbuckler returns to the silver screen in his home town. Hollywood’s Golden Age will come to life in North Hobart for a week of Flynn’s most exciting action greats. Come along and be swept away as Flynn suavely swordfights and courageously conquests his way through a rousing selection of classic adventure tales! The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) In Michael Curtiz’s spectacle about the infamous outlaw and his band of merry men who “robbed from the rich and gave to the poor,” Robin Hood (Flynn) fights nobly for justice against the evil Sir Guy of Gisbourne, while striving to win the hand of the beautiful Maid Marian (Olivia de Havilland). Flynn joyously embraces the role widely considered the best of his bountiful array of swashbuckling legends. The Charge of the Light Brigade (1936) A sweeping cinematic marvel loosely adapted from the Lord Tennyson poem of the same name, depicts the events leading up to the suicidal 1854 British cavalry attack on Russian forces at Balaklava during the Crimean War. Flynn plays Major Geoffrey Vickers, a dashing British officer who vows revenge on Surat Khan after witnessing the despotic ruler’s pitiless slaughter of British soldiers and their wives and children at a fort in India. Sponsored by 7 Item 8 / Page 30 www.flynncentenarycelebration.com.au Item 8 / Page 31 Errol Flynn Film Festival H Adventures of Don Juan (1949) Flynn seems to be winking at his own off-screen image in the role he was born to play. As the legendary lover, he returns to Spain and takes the post of fencing instructor at the royal academy. He becomes involved in court intrigue and swordplay when he hears of a plot against his adoring Queen. Captain Blood (1935) In the classic swashbuckling epic that catapulted him to worldwide stardom, Flynn plays Dr. Peter Blood, an English physician unjustly convicted of treason and sentenced to slavery in the West Indies. Relying on his formidable nerve and wit, he escapes and soon becomes a feared pirate known as Captain Blood, a brilliant swordsman and seaman whose fiercely loyal crew is made up of runaway slaves grateful to him for winning their freedom. The Dawn Patrol (1938) In 1915 France, Major Brand commands the 39th Squadron of the Royal Flying Corps. The young airmen go up in bullet-riddled “crates” and the casualty rate is appalling, but Brand can’t make the “brass hats” at headquarters see reason. Insubordinate air ace Captain Courtney (Flynn) is another thorn in Brand’s side... but finds the smile wiped from his face when he rises to command the squadron himself. The Sea Hawk (1940) Geoffrey Thorpe (Flynn), a buccaneer, is hired by Queen Elizabeth I to nag the Spanish Armada. The Armada is waiting for the attack on England and Thorpe surprises them with attacks on their galleons where he shows his skills on the sword. A D M I T O N E Tuesday June 16 2 00 Sunday Ju ne 21 20 9 until 09 Matinee and Even in g Session State Cin s ema, Hob a rt For sessio n times p www.sta lease go te to call (03) cinema.com.au o 6234 631 r 8 9 Item 8 / Page 32 www.flynncentenarycelebration.com.au Item 8 / Page 33 ”Errol Flynn tour of Hobart” A Brochure launch D M I T H O N E Few visitors to Tasmania would be aware that Errol Flynn was born in Hobart. The old Queen Alexandra Maternity Hospital in Battery Point is the starting point for this journey of discovery. This brochure features the various houses where the Flynn family lived, the many schools attended by Errol, together with other places where he roamed as a youngster. Launch booking contact Nicole Spooner [email protected] phone 6238 2853 A D M For brochure information I T O N E contact Brendan Lennard Wednesd ay 17 Jun e 2009 [email protected] 5.00pm phone 6238 2883 Masterp iece@IXL Courtyard 19 Hunte r Street, H obart Free adm ission Rory Flynn Book Signing “The Baron of Mulholland” H “The Baron of Mulholland” documents a child’s loving memory of her Father through beautiful pictures and letters owned exclusively by Rory Flynn. Errol remains one of Tasmania’s greatest stars. Purchase a personally signed edition of “The Baron of Mulholland” written by Rory Flynn for $49.95. A D M I T O N E Monday 15 June 2 009 1.00 – 3.0 0 Tasmania pm n 29 Murra Perpetual Trustee y Street, s Hobart Tuesday 1 6 June 20 11.00am 09 – Tasmania 12.30pm n Perpetu a 23 Paters on Street, l Trustees Launcest on 11 Item 8 / Page 34 H H www.flynncentenarycelebration.com.au Item 8 / Page 35 A D M I T Unveiling of the Errol Flynn Commemorative Plaque O N E H Acknowledging Errol Flynn’s contribution to Tasmania and the motion picture industry, the plaque celebrates the connection between Tasmania’s most famous Hollywood star and the renaissance of North Hobart’s independent cinema. Once the 2009 centenary A D M I T celebrations are completed, O N E Saturday 20 June 2 the plaque will remain as 0 0 9 2.00pm an enduring reminder of Footpath a this special Tasmanian State Cin djacent to the em 375 Eliza a movie star. be th Street, bart North Ho A D M I T O Heart Foundation Annual Gala BallN E H The Heart Foundation’s Annual Gala Ball for 2009 will be an evening of swashbuckling adventure and mild extravaganza with a touch of fantasy. The Ball will be held on Saturday, 20 June 2009 – Errol Flynn’s 100th Birthday. To help us pay tribute to this Hollywood legend and Tasmania’s most famous son, Errol’s daughter, Rory Flynn and grandson, Sean Amir-Flynn are flying from Los Angeles to attend the celebration. Contact Events Officer Felicity Ey on 6224 2722 for bookings. A D M I T O N E Saturday 20 June 2 009 6.30pm fo r 7.00pm Wrest Po int Casin o Tickets co st $185 p er person Charity Partner 13 Item 8 / Page 36 Festival information Centenary Celebration Activities Additional Centenary Celebration Activities will be announced in the lead-up to the festival launch on 12 June 2009. Stay tuned to festival station 936 ABC Radio Hobart for more information activities and events, as well as interviews and special promotions. All changes and amendments to the program will be updated on www.flynncentenarycelebration.com.au. Festival Guests Errol Flynn’s daughter Rory Flynn is the patron of the Errol Flynn Centenary Celebration, and is a Festival Guest along with Errol’s Grandson Sean Flynn. Rory is author of “The Baron of Mulholland”. Sean is following in the acting footsteps of his grandfather, and is one of the stars of the series “Zoey 101” on ABC TV. Event Bookings Bookings for all events within this program are organised by the event presenter. Please check individual event listings for information on bookings. Centenary Subcommittee The Errol Flynn Centenary Celebration has been organised by an inspired group of volunteers which include: • Martin Blackwell, TasMusic; • Charles Bracewell, Events Tasmania; • Peta Dowell-Hentall, Tasmanian Museum & Art Gallery; • Carole Edwards and Brendan Lennard, Hobart City Council; • Sonia Finlayson, Forest Lodge Productions; • Amy Grubb, Tasmanian Perpetual Trustees; • Christopher Lawrence, ABC Radio; • Graeme Lynch, Heart Foundation; • Steve Randell, Errol Flynn Society of Tasmania; • Brian Ritchie, MONA FOMA; • Geoff Squibb, Australian-American Association. 14 H Item 8 / Page 37 H Supported by Charity Partner integratedmarketing 15 Item 8 / Page 38 1909~1959 Ten Days of Events: Errol Flynn Centenary Display Swashbuckling in Hobart Mall Tasmanian visit of Rory & Sean Flynn Errol Flynn Film Festival Errol Flynn tour of Hobart Brochure launch Rory Flynn Book Signings Errol Flynn Commemorative Plaque Unveiling Heart Foundation Annual Gala Ball www.flynncentenarycelebration.com.au 0438 519 622 or 03 6348 1102 [email protected] at+m36079 For further information contact Amy Grubb C.D.C. (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) 10/06/2009 9. 44 COLLINS STREET – YOUTH ACTION RESOURCE CENTRE – ALTERATIONS – FILE REF: 61-1-17 3x’s Report of the Acting Director Community Development/Manager Community Inclusion of 1 June 2009. DELEGATION: Council Item 9 / Page 1 TO : General Manager FROM : Acting Director Community Development/Manager Community Inclusion DATE : 1 June 2009 SUBJECT : ALTERATIONS TO YOUTH ACTION RESOURCE CENTRE FILE : 61-1-17 :JOSEPHM (o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\yarc alterations-jun09.doc) 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. This report seeks Council approval to allocate savings of $28,660 within the 2008/2009 Community Development Policy Management New Assets budget to alterations within the Youth Action Resource Centre (Youth ARC) at 44 Collins Street. 1.1.1. 2. These savings are principally a result of the costs for the major upgrade of the Lenah Valley Community Hall being significantly less than anticipated. BACKGROUND 2.1. Youth ARC provides a diverse range of activities and programs for young people aged 12 - 25. 2.1.1. This includes alternative education programs five mornings per week, delivered in partnership with the Department of Education as well as Open Access three afternoons per week for the wider community. 2.1.2. Youth ARC is also hired by community organisations and individuals for entertainment and social activities on weekends. 2.2. Youth ARC is a large area at the rear of the City Hall, with the main area unable to be heated in any practical or economical way. As such, the young people who utilise the Centre and the staff who work within it are subject to extreme temperatures, with the period May - October being particularly cold and damp. 2.3. Youth ARC is also identified within the Hobart City Council Community Recovery Plan as an Assembly / Evacuation Centre and as such could be used to temporarily accommodate displaced, sick or injured members of the community. Item 9 / Page 2 3. 2.4. In consultation with Youth Programs staff, Professional Services has developed an economical and flexible partition design that would allow climate control of a large area of Youth ARC and would also allow the space to be opened up for larger events when required. 2.5. The proposed design would greatly improve community and staff amenity during autumn, winter and spring and create a more flexible space that could provide for multiple activities. PROPOSAL 3.1. It is proposed that the savings of $28,660 within the 2008/2009 Community Development Policy Management New Assets budget be allocated to alterations to the Youth Action Resource Centre (Youth ARC) at 44 Collins Street. 3.1.1. 4. These savings are principally the result of costs for the major upgrade of the Lenah Valley Community Hall being less than anticipated. STRATEGIC PLANNING IMPLICATIONS 4.1. The relevant references in the Council’s Strategic Plan 2008 - 2013 are in Future Directions 2 and 4, specifically: “Maintain and enhance physical infrastructure and essential services.” (2.3.5) “Provide and maintain quality infrastructure and services that enhance the efficient operation of the city.” (4.2.2) 5. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS 5.1. 5.2. Indicative costs from Professional Services for the works proposed for Youth ARC are $38,667 (incl GST), which includes a heating / cooling system as well as all carpentry and painting. 5.1.1. $19,700 has been included in the Youth Programs Plant budget in the draft 2009/2010 Annual Plan to cover the plant costs associated with the heating / cooling systems. 5.1.2. This would leave a shortfall of $18,967 for other aspects of the work. The savings of $28,660 outlined above would more than adequately cover this shortfall. Item 9 / Page 3 6. 7. 8. LEGAL AND RISK IMPLICATIONS 6.1. There may be serious workplace health and safety implications should no action be taken to improve the amenity of Youth ARC for users and staff. 6.2. The legal and risk implications associated with the proposed works at Youth ARC would be taken into consideration as part of the Council’s tendering and contract development process. CONCLUSION 7.1. There is a saving of $28,660 within the 2008/2009 Community Development Policy Management New Assets budget largely resulting from significant savings in the Lenah Valley Community Hall refurbishment works. These savings would provide more than adequate funds required for proposed alterations to Youth ARC. 7.2. The proposed alterations would improve the facility for the young people who frequent the Centre as well as for the staff who work there. The proposed alterations would also increase the diversity of spaces available for activities within the Centre. 7.3. The report seeks the allocation of these funds towards alterations to the Youth Action Resource Centre (Youth ARC) at 44 Collins Street. RECOMMENDATION That 8.1. Report :(o:\comdev\reports\com dev\2009\june\yarc alterationsjun09.doc) be received and noted. 8.2. The savings of $28,660 within the 2008/2009 Community Development Policy Management New Assets budget be allocated to alterations to the Youth Action Resource Centre (Youth ARC) at 44 Collins Street. (Penny Saile) ACTING DIRECTOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT / MANAGER COMMUNITY INCLUSION C.D.C. (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) 10/06/2009 10. BUSINESS ARISING 10.1 BUSKING – SALAMANCA MARKET - FILE REF: 33-60-3 Ref. Open Council 14, 27/10/2008 That: 1. A further report be provided addressing the issue of classification of face painters. 2. A further report be prepared which canvasses the introduction of appropriate arrangements to accommodate iconic or specialist artists, and until such time as the report has been considered, the status quo remain in respect to such performers. Director’s comments Officers are further investigating these matters and a report will be provided to the August meeting. 10.2 WHITE RIBBON DAY – HOBART CITY COUNCIL RESPONSE – FILE REF: 15-1-1 Ref. Open Council 32, 15/12/2008 That a report to the appropriate committee be prepared on what role the Hobart City Council can play in promoting 25 November as White Ribbon Day – Eliminating Violence Against Women. Director’s comments A report in relation to this matter will be provided to the August meeting. 10.3 ESTABLISHMENT OF COMMUNITY ART PROJECTS ON STRUCTURES WITHIN THE CITY – FILE REF: 30-1-13 Ref. Open Council 13, 27/1/2009 That a report be prepared on the establishment of a community art project, such as that established by the Brisbane City Council, to create art on structures around the city such as traffic light control boxes and electricity substations and the report also consider the possibility of seeking Federal Government funding on the basis of it being an art Project. Director’s comments Officers are investigating this initiative. However, work on approved projects, including Lower Sandy Bay, Battery Point Interpretive Sculptural C.D.C. (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) 10/06/2009 Elements Trail and the (RBF) former Myer site require priority. A report in relation to this matter will be provided to the August meeting. 10.4 LENAH VALLEY – COUNCIL SPONSORED GRAFITTI MURAL – FILE REFS: 70-35-1 Ref. Open Council 17, 10/3/2009 That a report be prepared regarding a Council sponsored legal graffiti mural in the vicinity of the John Turnbull Park in Lenah Valley. Director’s comments Council Officers have made contact with the proponent and are awaiting a proposal. 10.5 GRANT – THE EVOLUTION OF SULLIVANS COVE – TELEVISION PROGRAM AND DVD – FILE REFS: 25-1-1 Ref. Open Council 16, 10/3/2009 That a report be prepared to consider a grant of $10,000 for both the 2009/2010 and 2010/2011 financial years to Peter Richman, Producer, to produce a television program and DVD about the 200 year evolution of Sullivans Cove with the report to include consideration of the provision of a free DVD for educational purposes. Director’s comments The Director Community Development, Director Parks and Customer Services and the Senior Cultural Heritage Officer met with Mr Richman on 21 May 2009. Mr Richman provided further information on the consultants/historians who will be assisting with research for the project. He also advised that he was amending the request for Council assistance and was in the process of contacting other potential stakeholders. The outcome of these approaches will be forwarded to Council for inclusion in a report to the July meeting. C.D.C. (OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING) 10/06/2009 11. CLOSED PORTION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING The following items were discussed:Item No.1 Item No. 2. Item No. 3. Minutes of the Closed Portion of the Community Development Committee Meeting held on 13 May 2009 Consideration of Supplementary Items to the Agenda Declarations of Pecuniary and Conflicts of Interest
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