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Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee — 2021-05-13
2. Ipswich Central Project and Notice of Motion response
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
2. Ipswich Central Project and Notice of Motion response
This report provides an update regarding the work completed and options considered in relation to progressing the Ipswich Central Revitalisation Project and in doing so, responds to a Notice of Motion calling for an options report for Ipswich Central to be tabled to a future meeting of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee, tabled in the Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2020 (03) dated 15 October 2020.
A range of work has been undertaken over the past decade concerning Ipswich Central, particularly in terms of designing for future investment, growth and liveability. As the central business district of Ipswich, it should be a hub of economic, social, and cultural activity. The need for a strategic, coordinated approach to revitalisation and urban planning is clear. The urgency of such a strategic and future-orientated approach is also clear and it is imperative that the next steps in the process are resource-effective, build on prior work and insights and create tangible outcomes.
After a comprehensive review of the work completed to date and a consideration of four main options to progress the revitalisation of Ipswich Central, it is suggested that Council:
1. Develop a clear Positioning Framework for Ipswich Central to demonstrate to residents, businesses and investors the collective goals for the precinct; and
2. Develop specific Place Plans to capture and leverage the unique character of specific places, or sub-precincts, within Ipswich Central.
Preliminary work has progressed along these lines with the Office of Economic Development commencing a Positioning Framework to be delivered in October 2021 and two (2) initial Place Plans by November 2021
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:
That the report be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Doyle Nil
Harding
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Ipswich
2.1 New Item (Committees) - Matter Taken on Notice -
2.1. Matter Taken on Notice – City of Centres
Mayor Teresa Harding queried why the reference to city centres only incorporated Springfield, Ripley Valley and Ipswich Central as target areas, and what the methodology is behind this. Mayor Teresa Harding also queried why for instance Rosewood, Brassall and Goodna were not included.
That the Manager Economic and Community Development investigate the Mayor’s query and provide a response to all members of the committee.
Mentions: Springfield · Ripley · Ipswich · Rosewood · Brassall · Goodna
3. Nicholas Street Precinct - Retail Sub-Project Steering Committee Report April 2021
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding (Mayor):
3. Nicholas Street Precinct - Retail Sub-Project Steering Committee Report April 2021
This is a report concerning the April 2021 report from the Retail Sub-Project Steering Committee on the status of the leasing program and associated developments with the retail component of the Nicholas Street Precinct redevelopment.
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding (Mayor):
Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan:
That the April 2021 Retail Sub-Project Steering Committee Report be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Doyle Nil
Harding
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Nicholas Street
4. Nicholas St Precinct - Communications, Engagement and Events Report - April 2021
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan:
4. Nicholas St Precinct - Communications, Engagement and Events Report - April 2021
This is a report concerning communications, engagement and events activity undertaken for the Nicholas St Precinct in April 2021 and planned for May 2021.
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan:
Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
That the Nicholas Street Precinct: Communications, Engagement and Events Monthly Report be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Doyle Nil
Harding
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
NOTICES OF MOTION
Nil
MATTERS ARISING
Nil
PROCEDURAL MOTIONS AND FORMAL MATTERS
The meeting commenced at 12.13 pm.
The meeting closed at 12.54 pm.
Mentions: Nicholas Street
Source: Ipswich City Council meeting minutes (CC BY 4.0).