Agenda of Environment and Sustainability Committee

Item No.	Item Title	Page No.
	Confirmation of Minutes
1	Confirmation of Minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2023(01) of 9 February 2023	7
	Officers’ Reports
2	Ti Tree Bioenergy Funding - Annual Program Report 2023	12
3	Enviroplan - Annual Progress Report 2021-2022	24
4	Stormwater Quality Offset Program Annual Report	50
	Notices of Motion
	Matters Arising

Environment and Sustainability Committee NO. 2

9 March 2023

AGENDA

Welcome to Country or Acknowledgement of Country

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN MATTERS ON THE AGENDA

BUSINESS OUTSTANDING

Confirmation of Minutes

1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2023(01) of 9 February 2023

Recommendation

That the Minutes of the Meeting held on 9 February 2023 be confirmed.

Officers’ Reports

2. Ti Tree Bioenergy Funding - Annual Program Report 2023

This is a report concerning Ipswich City Council’s role in managing and delivering on revenue collected from the Ti Tree Bioenergy facility. Ipswich City Council looks to manage and expend these funds in such a way as to offset social and environmental impacts from the facility and improve amenity and environmental values for the local community through the provision of community proposed projects.

This report highlights progress to date for current and ongoing projects and proposes the list of projects to be developed upon and delivered in the 2023-2024 financial year and beyond.

Recommendation

That in accordance with the Ti Tree Bioenergy Funding governance arrangements, Council endorse the proposed program of projects for development and delivery in the 2023-2024 financial year.

3. Enviroplan - Annual Progress Report 2021-2022

This is a report concerning the Enviroplan Program and Levy Progress Report for the 2021-2022 financial year (Attachment 1). Contained within the report is an overview of project delivery, a financial summary including expenditure and revenue and a number of highlights from the past year which include:

- Completion and opening of the new Denmark Hill upgrades and associated activation campaign

- Completion and opening of the Kup Murri and new horse trail heads at Harding paddock in Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate

- Heavy rainfall and flooding had major impacts throughout the financial year with many tracks washed out and in need of repair. Restricted access made pest plant and animal control across the Enviroplan estates difficult and limited.

- Investment into the existing and new Enviroplan reserves specifically a focus on compliance and enforcement through “for the love of nature campaign”.

This annual report follows on from the last report for the 2020-2021 fiscal period.

Recommendation

That the report concerning the Enviroplan Annual Progress Report 2021-2022, be received and noted.

4. Stormwater Quality Offset Program Annual Report

This is a report concerning the Stormwater Quality Offset Program status from commencement until June 2022. The Annual Report provides of an overview of the program, an assessment of the financial contributions received, project expenditures and the water quality improvement projects delivered. The report includes proposed future changes to the program to improve delivery and conformity to State guidance. A Stormwater Quality Offset Program web page has also been prepared to improve transparency and ensure the annual report is readily accessible to the community.

Recommendation

That the Ipswich City Council Stormwater Quality Offset Program Annual Report be received and the contents noted.

NOTICES OF MOTION

MATTERS ARISING

Environment and Sustainability Committee

Meeting Agenda

9 March

2023

Environment and Sustainability Committee NO. 2023(01)

9 February 2023

Minutes

COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Councillor Russell Milligan (Chairperson); Mayor Teresa Harding, Councillors Andrew Fechner (Deputy Chairperson), Jacob Madsen (Deputy Mayor) and Kate Kunzelmann

COUNCILLOR’S APOLOGIES: Nil

OFFICERS’ ATTENDANCE: Chief Executive Officer (Sonia Cooper), Acting General Manager Infrastructure and Environment (Graeme Martin), General Manager Community, Cultural and Economic Development (Ben Pole), Emergency Management and Sustainability Manager (Matthew Pinder), Natural Environment and Land Manager (Phil A Smith), Senior Media Officer (Darrell Giles) and Theatre Technician (Harrison Cate)

WELCOME TO COUNTRY/ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Councillor Russell Milligan (Chairperson) delivered the Acknowledgement of Country.

Adjourn Meeting

Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan

That the meeting be adjourned at 12.20 pm to reconvene at 1.00 pm.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Milligan Madsen (Abstain)

Fechner

Kunzelmann

The motion was put and carried.

The meeting reconvened at 1.00 pm.

Mayor Teresa Harding arrived at the meeting at 1.01pm.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN MATTERS ON THE AGENDA

Nil

BUSINESS OUTSTANDING

1. Update - Notice of Motion to request White Rock Spring Mountain Conservation Estate to be Dedicated as a National Park

This is a report updating Committee on the actions following the Council Ordinary Meeting Thursday 18 November 2021, where Councillor Tully tabled a Notice of Motion seeking dedication of White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate (WRSMCE) as a National Park.

After actioning the recommendation in discussion with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services (QPWS), a number of considerations and limitations were identified.

In the same discussions the proposal to look at alternative areas to investigate for a possible National Park within the Ipswich LGA was raised. Whilst this is at a very early stage, it is felt that the benefits to the local and wider community and local environment are worth further investigation.

RECOMMENDATION

Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner:

Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:

That Council support continued discussion with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services, Department of Environment and Science around alternative locations, rather than pursue the dedication of White Rock – Spring Mountain Conservation Estate as a National Park.

Councillor Andrew Fechner proposed the following as Recommendation B.

B. That an update be brought to the May 2023 Environment and Sustainability committee.

The seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed additional recommendation.

RECOMMENDATION

Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner:

Seconded by Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen:

A. That Council support continued discussion with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services, Department of Environment and Science around alternative locations, rather than pursue the dedication of White Rock – Spring Mountain Conservation Estate as a National Park.

B. That an update be brought to the May 2023 Environment and Sustainability committee.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Milligan Nil

Fechner

Harding

Madsen

Kunzelmann

The motion was put and carried.

2. Update - Engagement Planning - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Guide

At the Council Ordinary Meeting of 16 September 2021 Council considered recommendations to endorse the formation of a Traditional Owner Reference Group (Indigenous Accord Action item 2.1.1) under the proposed terms and structure. The matter was referred back to the Environment and Sustainability Committee for further consideration.

Through further internal and external discussions regarding the recommendation, a preferred approach was presented for Council to develop an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Guide (Guide) initially. The Guide aims to include guidelines around the engagement of the Ipswich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, including the appropriate membership structure and topics of consultation for each of the endorsed representative ‘Groups’ in accordance with the Indigenous Accord 2020-2025.

In doing so Ipswich City Council is acting under the agreed outcomes and action items of the adopted Indigenous Accord, thereby acknowledging the rights, interests and aspirations of the Ipswich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and, more specifically, the Traditional Owners to improve and formalise the process of engagement and consultation in this space.

RECOMMENDATION

Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner:

Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:

A. That a draft Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Guide be developed and presented at a future Environment and Sustainability Committee for endorsement, following relevant stakeholder engagement.

B. That the matter of establishing a Traditional Owners Reference Group, referred to the Environment and Sustainability Committee for further consideration by Council on the 16 September 2021, be considered following the adoption of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Guide.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Milligan Nil

Fechner

Harding

Madsen

Kunzelmann

The motion was put and carried.

Confirmation of Minutes

3. Confirmation of Minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022

RECOMMENDATION

Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner:

Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:

That the Minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee held on 29 November 2022 be confirmed.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Milligan Nil

Fechner

Harding

Madsen

Kunzelmann

The motion was put and carried.

Officers’ Reports

4. Review of the Local Disaster Management Plan

This is a report concerning the annual review of the City of Ipswich Local Disaster Management Plan.

RECOMMENDATION

Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:

Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:

A. That the updated City of Ipswich Local Disaster Management Plan provided as Attachment 2 be approved.

B. That the Chief Executive Officer, in consultation with the Mayor, be authorised to make amendments based on feedback from members of the Local Disaster Management Group, who form part of the governance arrangements for adopting this plan.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Milligan Nil

Fechner

Harding

Madsen

Kunzelmann

The motion was put and carried.

NOTICES OF MOTION

Nil

MATTERS ARISING

Nil

PROCEDURAL MOTIONS AND FORMAL MATTERS

The meeting commenced at 12.19 pm.

The meeting closed at 1.08 pm.

Environment and Sustainability Committee

Meeting Agenda

9 March

2023

Doc ID No: A8622639

ITEM: 2

SUBJECT: Ti Tree Bioenergy Funding - Annual Program Report 2023

AUTHOR: Natural Environment and Land Manager

DATE: 31 January 2023

Executive Summary

This report highlights progress to date for current and ongoing projects and proposes the list of projects to be developed upon and delivered in the 2023-2024 financial year and beyond.

Recommendation/s

That in accordance with the Ti Tree Bioenergy Funding governance arrangements, Council endorse the proposed program of projects for development and delivery in the 2023-2024 financial year.

RELATED PARTIES

Ti Tree Bioenergy

Willowbank Action Group

ifuture Theme

Natural and Sustainable

Purpose of Report/Background

As with previous years the development of the proposed Ti Tree Bioenergy project/program list and ongoing projects has been managed entirely under the governance arrangements approved by Council in February 2021 (Attachment 1). This included public consultation to source proposals for suitable community and environmental projects for delivery via ‘Shape your Ipswich’ throughout August 2022.

Council received 23 correctly submitted proposals from across the Ipswich Local Government Area including a number from members of Willowbank Area Group (WAG) members. Of these 11 were deemed eligible.

The internal Ti Tree working group then considered the submissions for eligibility against the agreed criteria rated in terms of their priority and the final list was then discussed with the Divisional Councillors and community representatives from WAG in line with the recommended governance process.

Through this process the projects listed in Table 2 have been selected to progress and added to the delivery schedule for either feasibility, design, or delivery over the next 2 financial years (2023-2024 and 2024-2025) alongside a number of longer running on going project and programs from previously years.

Table 1. Progress update on recommended projects for 2022-2023 financial year

Projects

Progress

Revegetation in Willowbank area (multiple revegetation projects submitted)	Large scale weed removal undertaken and revegetation of native species commenced and under maintenance at George Hatchman and Mack Park. Plantings to enhance/create natural areas and create koala habitat will continue in Mack Family Park, George Hatchman, and the New Payne’s Road Koala Reserve.
Establishment of new parks and conservation areas and or vegetation buffers in line with proposals.	A Council owned reserve previously purchased for water infrastructure on Payne’s Road was identified and selected to create and form a new Community and Koala nature Reserve. This site has been confirmed (via Queensland Government Survey) to be home to an existing Koala Population and will be a buffer from future industry. A works Plan and Budget for the next 3 years has been developed. Works have begun on securing the site.
Continuation of wildlife signage and fauna movement project	Koala/Wildlife warning signs; were located at the approach to the intersection of Wigmore Street & Willowbank Drive & the other at the southern intersection of Willowbank drive & McHales Way. Identification of sites will continue with Transport Planning and the Department of Main Roads to look at fauna crossing infrastructure options.
Footpath Construction for McHale’s Way to Warrens Court. Investigation into other local footpaths.	McHales Way to Warrens Court Footpath completed. Other local options under investigation including those detailed in the upcoming years project listings.
Wetland and waterway restoration on Bremer River and Warrill Creek.	Works held back due to flood repair, ongoing option analysis of council owned land.
Partnership with Ipswich Koala Protection Society (IKPS) for potential purchase of property for a Koala Reserve and Koala fodder and investigate the use of local tracking collars.	Support to the value of $5k provided to IKPS for Koala monitoring apparatus and technology including tracking Cameras. Continued dialog and exploration of options to support the ongoing work of the Ipswich Koala Protection Society in their conservation efforts in and around Collingwood Park and potentially linking in with land in the Ebenezer Willowbank and Purga Koala habitat areas.
Informational Signage	(DEFERED until 2023) Directional and historical interpretation signage at the summit and possible inclusion of indigenous story related to the immediate area around Mack Family Park.
Outdoor Learning	Continuing investigations and feasibility study into the establishment of a local environmental education facility or hub in existing or new reserve within the areas initially suggesting that the current buildings and facilities are not an appropriate for upgrade and that a new purpose built, and designed facility or building would be better suited and value. Proposed sites include Purga Nature Reserve, Grandchester Conservation Estate _ Awaiting Estate Master planning and options/asset review.

Table 2. Proposed projects for the 2023-2024 financial year and beyond

Projects

Comments

Informational Signage (cont.)	Directional and historical interpretation signage at the summit and possible inclusion of indigenous story related to the immediate area around Mack Family Park.
New Community/Koala Nature Reserve at Payne’s road (cont.)	Working through program of works including fences tracks and trails weed control and planting opportunities.
Wildlife signage and fauna movement project (cont.)	Specific request to look at additional Kangaroo sign on O’Neil’s road. Officers continuing to work with TMR on Fauna movement solutions in this area.
Climate & energy efficiency Amberley Girl Guide and Community Hall	Climate & energy efficiency project - Installation of solar panels and solar battery and Air conditioning. Assessment of most efficient options to commence ASAP and installation next year.
Ebenezer Creek Warrill view Lawn Cemetery wildlife corridor and land rehabilitation	Investigate feasibility and land ownership in and around the area and potential mechanisms noting that there is significant area outside of Council tenure.
Koala Conservation – Plantings Fodder Trees Monitoring and Partnership with IKPS	Exploration of options to support the ongoing work of the Ipswich Koala Protection
Natural trail area with walking and cycling track between O'Neill's road Willowbank along Mount Elliot Mine Road to Ipswich-Rosewood Road Amberley	Potentially a complex project to implement due to the variety of tenures. Action is to investigate feasibility and land ownership in and around the area and potential mechanisms noting that there is significant area outside of Council ownership.

Legal IMPLICATIONS

This report and its recommendations are consistent with the following legislative provisions:

Local Government Act 2009

policy implications

Decisions made in alignment with adopted Ti Tree governance documentation.

RISK MANAGEMENT IMPLICATIONS

The annual nature of the community engagement leads to an influx of one-off project ideas which require careful consideration, planning design and implementation. This often takes more than one year resulting in a back log of projects. There is a potential risk that through this existing method Council is collecting potential projects at a faster rate than they can be implemented (given the below mentioned resource constraints). As such consideration will be given to the suspension of Community consultation for a period whilst the present list of project and programs is delivered.

Financial/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS

Given the assessment criteria and intent of the funding doesn’t necessarily align with Councils strategic priorities (specifically on the terms of the eligibility criteria for projects is that it must be ‘over and above’ or outside any existing planned program) resourcing project delivery is problematic.

In the case of several of the transport projects there was not available resources to support the required investigation, design as strategic priorities are already planned and require immediate resourcing. To this point again consideration should be given to specific Ti Tree project resourcing.

COMMUNITY and OTHER CONSULTATION

The community are consulted through the “Shape your Ipswich” website through August 2022 and asked to provide suggestions for relevant projects. The community were also provided with the objectives and intent of the program to guide their submissions.

Many proposed projects were not in line with the intent of the program or fell outside Council’s remit, control, or ability.

Those that were eligible, and deliverable were assessed and scored based on the criteria approved in the governance documentation by a cross functional Ti Tree working group committee with representatives from across relevant sections of Council.

Further to the ‘Shape your Ipswich’ engagement and assessment officers are in contact with the Willowbank community through meetings and correspondence with the Willowbank Area Group (WAG) and the divisional councillors for their feedback on the final list.

The projects and expenditure are published on a half yearly bases on the Ipswich City Council Transparency and Integrity Hub.

Conclusion

The annual works program for the Ti Tree Bioenergy fund has been assessed and prioritised and is presented in the above tables for consideration by the committee and Council along with a summary of works to date.

HUMAN RIGHTS IMPLICATIONS

HUMAN RIGHTS IMPACTS
OTHER DECISION

(a) What is the Act/Decision being made?	That in accordance with the Ti Tree Bioenergy Funding governance arrangements, Council endorse the proposed program of projects for development and deliver in the 2023-2024 financial year
(b) What human rights are affected?	No human rights are affected by this decision
(c) How are the human rights limited?	Not applicable
(d) Is there a good reason for limiting the relevant rights? Is the limitation fair and reasonable?	Not applicable
(e) Conclusion	The decision is consistent with human rights.

Attachments and Confidential Background Papers

1.	Council Report 25 Feb 2021 - Ti Tree Bioenergy Payments - Project Development Process and Governance Framework ⇩

Phil A. Smith

Natural Environment and Land Manager

I concur with the recommendations contained in this report.

Kaye Cavanagh

Manager, Environment and Sustainability

I concur with the recommendations contained in this report.

Graeme Martin

Acting General Manager, Infrastructure and Environment

“Together, we proudly enhance the quality of life for our community”

Environment and Sustainability Committee

Meeting Agenda

9 March

2023

Doc ID No: A8665369

ITEM: 3

SUBJECT: Enviroplan - Annual Progress Report 2021-2022

AUTHOR: Natural Environment and Land Manager

DATE: 13 February 2023

Executive Summary

- Completion and opening of the new Denmark Hill upgrades and associated activation campaign

- Completion and opening of the Kup Murri and new horse trail heads at Harding paddock in Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate

- Investment into the existing and new Enviroplan reserves specifically a focus on compliance and enforcement through “for the love of nature campaign”.

This annual report follows on from the last report for the 2020-2021 fiscal period.

Recommendation/s

That the report concerning the Enviroplan Annual Progress Report 2021-2022, be received and noted.

RELATED PARTIES

Nil

ifuture Theme

Natural and Sustainable

Purpose of Report/Background

The Enviroplan levy continues to be a much supported and vital tool for council and the city of Ipswich in preserving and enhancing the environmental values of the city.

At its inception, Ipswich was one of only a handful of local governments to introduce a levy focused on protecting and enhancing the environment. Since than the community and council have worked together implementing the Enviroplan Program and the many initiatives within it.

In line with best practice and council’s commitment to transparency and integrity, as of 2019 Council committed to the annual publication of the Enviroplan Annual Report. As well as this the financial data is provided for publication on the Transparency and Integrity Hub.

Given the importance of understanding the needs, costs, and investment direction of the Enviroplan Levy into the future, this report allows the community to better understand what their Levy is used for. Building this understanding should aid in better dialogue and engagement when it comes to City wide directional decisions around the Environment including working hand in hand with the implementation of the new Natural Environment Strategy endorsed by council earlier this financial year.

As council has grown and matured over the last 25+ years, the strategic focus, priority and needs of the city have changed and the Enviroplan spending has changed with that. Like many other Southeast Queensland Local Governments who followed in the footsteps of the Enviroplan Levy; initial investment focussed on acquisitions of strategically important, high value conservation land parcels. As the portfolio grew it was identified that the need to manage and maintain this land grew with it as did the resourcing required. As such spending shifted to consolidation and connectivity. Following the recent adoption of the new Natural Environment Strategy, expenditure is balanced between opportunistic expansion of the protected areas (council and private) and the embellishment and management of the land Council has responsibility for.

Legal IMPLICATIONS

This report and its recommendations are consistent with the following legislative provisions:

Local Government Act 2009

policy implications

The report and the Enviroplan Levy is managed in line with recently adopted Natural Environment Policy, the Ipswich Enviroplan Policy, and associated Procedures.

RISK MANAGEMENT IMPLICATIONS

Publication of the Enviroplan report presents little or no risk to council. Publication of the financial and annual report aligns with the council’s position on transparency and openness and allows for public visibility.

Financial/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS

There are no forward financial or budget implications from receiving or noting this report or the attached document.

COMMUNITY and OTHER CONSULTATION

It is proposed that the annual report be published on the Council website and the Transparency and Integrity hub in order to inform the community of where and how the money is invested. This in turn will help guide future engagement regarding future strategy and direction in Ipswich’s natural environment.

The direction of the Enviroplan moving forwards is largely set by the Natural Environment Strategy developed and endorsed late last year and complied with extensive community engagement.

Conclusion

This report presents the annual Enviroplan Program and Levy Progress Report 2021-2022 to council to be received and noted. As well as a summary of the financial details it includes summaries of key programs and projects for the 2021/2022 financial year.

HUMAN RIGHTS IMPLICATIONS

HUMAN RIGHTS IMPACTS

RECEIVE AND NOTE REPORT

The recommendation states that the report be received, and the contents noted. The decision to receive and note the report does not limit human rights. Therefore, the decision is compatible with human rights.

Attachments and Confidential Background Papers

1.	CIty of Ipswich Enviroplan Annual Report 2021-2022 ⇩

Phil A. Smith

Natural Environment and Land Manager

I concur with the recommendations contained in this report.

Kaye Cavanagh

Manager, Environment and Sustainability

I concur with the recommendations contained in this report.

Graeme Martin

Acting General Manager, Infrastructure and Environment

“Together, we proudly enhance the quality of life for our community”

Environment and Sustainability Committee

Meeting Agenda

9 March

2023

Doc ID No: A8665466

ITEM: 4

SUBJECT: Stormwater Quality Offset Program Annual Report

AUTHOR: Waterway Improvement Officer

DATE: 14 February 2023

Executive Summary

Recommendation/s

That the Ipswich City Council Stormwater Quality Offset Program Annual Report be received and the contents noted.

RELATED PARTIES

There are no related party matters nor conflicts of interest associated with this report.

ifuture Theme

Natural and Sustainable

Purpose of Report/Background

New urban development in Queensland is required to manage stormwater to meet the water quality requirements of the State Planning Policy (SPP). Ipswich is guided by the Ipswich Planning Scheme Implementation Guideline No 24: Stormwater Management to minimise impacts of development on water quality and subsequently regional waterway health. Furthermore, the ICC Stormwater Quality Offset Program Implementation Plan (completed in 2015 and reviewed in 2020) provides guidance to ensure the delivery of coordinated water quality improvement projects since 2015.

Over the life of the Stormwater Quality Offset Program, Council has received approximately $22.6M in voluntary contributions accruing obligations to achieve an equivalent pollutant load reduction (i.e. Total Nitrogen, Total Phosphorus and Total Suspended solids) and prevent pollutants from entering Ipswich’s waterways. Approximately $2.7M of voluntary stormwater quality contributions from developers were received within 2021-2022 financial year.

Sixteen major projects have been completed since the Stormwater Quality Offset Program commenced. Projects were selected based on several criteria to ensure best water quality improvement outcomes as well as other environmental and social benefits such as increased biodiversity, flood mitigation and community amenity. Types of projects completed include creek stabilisation, channel naturalisation, constructed wetlands, floodplain re-engagement, bioretention basins, and rural revegetation and cattle exclusion. To date, the constructed water quality projects have reduced sediment loads by approximately 400 tonnes per year and Total Nitrogen loads by about 1 tonne per year.

Council has expensed 44% of the offset revenue received and delivered between 61% and 131% of its water quality improvement obligation. For example, council has delivered 105% of its sediment load and 61% of Total Nitrogen obligations utilising only 44% of the funds received. These results highlight the net water quality benefit of the offset program.

While no new projects were constructed in 2021-2022, several new projects are currently progressing into design and construction phases including bioretention basins, constructed wetlands, Water Smart Street Trees and creek stabilisation works.

The Annual Report identifies several proposed future changes to the Stormwater Quality Offset Program to improve outcomes and conformity to State offset guidance. Future changes to the program relate to adapting to declining supply of offset opportunities, improving maintenance of the projects to ensure water quality improvements are retained, and updating eligibility to offset within Planning Scheme Policies.

A Stormwater Quality Offset Program web page has also been prepared to improve transparency and ensure the annual report is readily accessible to the community.

Legal IMPLICATIONS

This report and its recommendations are consistent with the following legislative provisions:

Local Government Act 2009

Ipswich Planning Scheme Implementation Guideline No24 (IG24)

ICC Stormwater Quality Offset Program Implementation Plan

Ipswich Planning Scheme Table 2.3.1, Planning Scheme Policy 3, Division 3, Part 2—Stormwater Drainage

State Planning Policy (SPP)

policy implications

No related council policies

RISK MANAGEMENT IMPLICATIONS

The projects delivered to date are selected from the investment strategies developed as part of the program’s implementation plan completed in 2015 and later reviewed in 2020. A multi criteria assessment was undertaken to help prioritise stormwater offset projects in terms of multiple benefits they provide.

In addition, environment and safety risks are assessed for each project during the design phase (e.g. environmental approvals required).

Financial/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS

Total stormwater water quality offset revenue and expenditure is identified in the annual report. The report shows that 44% of revenue received has been expensed on completed projects.

COMMUNITY and OTHER CONSULTATION

No community and other consultation were conducted for this report. However, it is valid to mention that community consultation is undertaken for all offset projects.

Conclusion

An update of the Stormwater Quality Offset Program Annual Report has been completed incorporating the financial year 2021-2022 revenue and delivery outcomes.

HUMAN RIGHTS IMPLICATIONS

HUMAN RIGHTS IMPACTS

RECEIVE AND NOTE REPORT

The Recommendation states that the report be received and the contents noted. The decision to receive and note the report does not limit human rights. Therefore, the decision is compatible with human rights.

Attachments and Confidential Background Papers

1.	Voluntary Stormwater Quality Offset Program: 2021-2022 Annual Report ⇩

Ben Longstaff

Waterway Improvement Officer

I concur with the recommendations contained in this report.

Phil A. Smith

Natural Environment and Land Manager

I concur with the recommendations contained in this report.

Graeme Martin

Acting General Manager, Infrastructure and Environment

“Together, we proudly enhance the quality of life for our community”