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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY ACTION PLAN

Review 2012/2013

TABLE OF CONTENTS Program 1 – Corporate Activities 1 Program 2 – Atmosphere 11 Program 3 – Water 17 Program 4 – Biodiversity 21 Program 5 – Land 26 Program 6 – Waste 29 Program 7 – Environmental Education, Engagement and Community Activities 35

Mosman Council - Environmental Sustainability Action Plan

Mosman Council - Environmental Sustainability Action Plan 1

PROGRAM 1

CORPORATE ACTIVITIES

Convenor: Director Environment & Planning

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS • Increase in implementation of monitoring/maintenance schedules for foreshore assets by 2012/13 Foreshore assets included in the asset register, with condition assessments conducted and maintenance schedules developed. • Number of staff sustainability training sessions/courses provided annually. A total of 25 sustainability workshops/programs/and training sessions were run for staff in 2012/13. • Environmental Impact Assessment implemented by staff. Environmental Impact Assessment templates have been completed by 95% of relevant staff for projects works that may impact upon the local environment. This will continue to be monitored. • Increase in the purchase of sustainable products by 2012/13. Council has increased the purchase of sustainable products across Council for office use, and events. In June 2013, sustainable event packages made up of sustainable products including reusable/biodegradable or compostable plates, cutlery, cups and napkins as well as fair trade tea and coffee, were provided to six sections of Council responsible for holding events/workshops/meetings.


Sub-Program 1.01 - Planning and Development Co-ordinator: Manager Urban Planning

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES To ensure corporate activities are managed according to the principles of Ecologically Sustainable Development.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To have sustainable design principles incorporated into public domain improvements

ACTIONS

Actions Date Responsibility Status of Action – 2012/13 Incorporate sustainable design principles into any redevelopment plans for Spit Junction/Civic Centre, Mosman Junction, & other developments on property owned by Council

As required

Urban Planning, Environment & Services

Achieved Sustainable design principles have been included in the consultants report for the Spit Junction Master plan and Civic Centre redevelopment. This will also be included in future developments.


Sub-Program 1.02 - Sustainable Procurement Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To ensure Council purchases environmentally preferred products.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES To reduce the environmental impact of Council's procurement by applying sustainable purchasing principles.

ACTIONS

Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 Review councils existing procurement policy and integrate sustainability principles and procedures into that document

Achieved Governance, Environment & Services

Achieved New Procurement Policy adopted by Council in 2011, including sustainability principles.

Participate in the Sustainable Choice Program Annual Review

Environment & Services

Achieved Participation in the Sustainable choice program continued during 2012/13. The annual survey was completed.

Investigate installation of energy efficient streetlights June 2014 Environment &

Services, Assets & Services

Pending Negotiations commenced with Ausgrid, however this is ongoing.

Provide specifications/guidelines to staff to assist with sustainable procurement

Achieved Environment & Services

Achieved Guidelines for staff on sustainable purchasing have been completed. A preferred suppliers list was developed to assist staff when obtaining quotes.

Investigate environmentally preferable alternatives to paper towel


Achieved Investigation completed. 100% recycled hand towel is used in the toilets and kitchens of the Civic Centre.

Cease Council purchase of disposable plates, cutlery, wooden stirrers, and disposable cups


Achieved Council has purchased reusable, biodegradable, recyclable or compostable cutlery/plates/cups for use at Council meetings/events.


Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13

Install energy efficient and sensor lighting in the Council Civic Centre


Achieved Energy efficient lighting retrofits with LED’s and sensor lighting where applicable has been undertaken in three stages and includes the Civic Centre, Seniors Centre, Youth Centre, CD Admin, Rangers offices, Vista Street and the Library.

Purchase a worm farm/compost bin for staff use in Council buildings to reduce organic waste to landfill


Achieved A worm farm is in use in the Civic Centre (upstairs Kitchen/sitting area), and worm farms and compost bins have been put in place at the Drill Hall and Occasional Childcare Centre.

Investigate application of electronic purchasing systems December 2014

Finance, Environment & Services

Pending Initial investigation found electronic systems (software to be cost prohibitive. Research continuing.

Develop a Sustainable Events Policy Achieved Environment & Services

Achieved A Sustainable Events Management Policy was developed and adopted by Council in 2011/12. The Policy is monitored on an annual basis and is to be reviewed by June 2014.

Replace all stationary items currently being purchased with all green stationary items that are less expensive

September 2014

Governance, Environment & Services

Partially Achieved Stationary items such as paper, letterhead, envelopes are 100% recycled. Still working towards replacing other stationary items with environmentally friendly versions.

Purchase Fair Trade coffee and tea for Council use Achieved Environment & Services

Achieved Fair trade tea and coffee purchased for staff use.


Sub-Program 1.03 – Environmental Impact Assessment and Management Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES To ensure all Council works and services are managed in an ecologically sustainable manner.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To have a system which ensures the potential environmental impacts associated with the provision of works and services are

appropriately controlled. B To have an emergency preparedness and response system that prevents and minimises adverse environmental and public health

effects associated with unexpected incidents and emergency situations.

ACTIONS

Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Action – 2012/13 A Application of the environmental impact assessment guidelines

and procedures manual for council works and services, by Council Staff

Ongoing Environment & Services

Achieved Guidelines and procedures applied by relevant staff prior to commencing specific project works.

B Undertake an annual review of Council's Environmental and Public Health Incident Response Plan, and implement the plan as required

Annual Review – June 2014

Environment & Services, Ranger Services

Ongoing The Incident Response Plan is currently undergoing review and revision, with the new plan to be completed and in operation by June 2014.


Sub-Program 1.04 – Property and Asset Management Co-ordinator: Manager Assets and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To ensure all Council assets are managed in an ecologically sustainable manner.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES

A To manage and control the potential environmental impacts associated with the acquisition, construction and modification of property

and facilities. B To incorporate sustainable design principles into asset refurbishment and renewal programs. C To maintain and operate existing assets so that pollution or environmental harm is avoided.

ACTIONS Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B Ensure that environmental considerations and guidelines are

included in Council's Asset Management System Quarterly review

Assets & Services, Environment & Services

Achieved At this stage considerations and guidelines have been included for marine assets.

A,B,C Develop a sustainability conditions for insertion into leases of Council property

Achieved Governance, Environment & Services

Achieved The lease conditions have been developed. These will be inserted when the lease agreements come up for renewal.

C Conduct an annual environmental compliance audit of the Depot

Review June 2014

Environment & Services, Assets & Services

Achieved Compliance audit of the Depot to be conducted.


Sub-Program 1.05 – Knowledge, Skills and Training Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To have a motivated staff with the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve regulatory requirements, and Council's environmental policy commitments and objectives.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To conduct appropriate training to raise staff awareness and allow staff to carry out duties to reduce risks of harm to the environment.

ACTIONS

Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions - 2012/13 Develop an environmental training plan, consistent with Council's Training and Development Policy, that covers employee knowledge and awareness, and individual competency needs

June 2012

Environment & Services, HR

Achieved Developed under the CEE Change Program. A staff Sustainability E-Learning module was developed for the staff induction program. 11 staff were provided with sustainability leadership/capacity building training. HR has also commenced a training needs analysis for all Council staff.

Deliver environmental awareness and competency based training to Council staff. Deliver environmental training, including spills response, POEO responsibility, and incident response training to staff identified as having responsibilities under council’s Environmental and Public Health Incident Response Plan, Depot staff, Rangers, regulatory staff

Annual Review

Environment & Services, HR, Ranger Services

Pending POEO training for Rangers has been booked, and training on Incident response plan to be completed during 2013/14.

Implement the ‘Community Education and Engagement Driving Change for Sustainability in Local Government’ Program

June 2012


Achieved 3 year grant funded program (in partnership with 6 Councils and OEH). Program reporting and information dissemination completed in September 2012.


Sub-Program 1.06 – Environmental Performance Evaluation and Reporting Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES To have an effective system of environmental management that guides Council in addressing its environmental concerns through resource allocation, assignment of responsibilities, and ongoing evaluation of practices, procedures and processes.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To have an environmental performance evaluation process that evaluates environmental performance and facilitates decision making. B To have an environmental document control system, and comply with all external environmental reporting requirements. C To ensure all decisions made by Council consider the principles of ESD and minimise adverse environmental effects. D To have an audit and review system to ensure Council's environmental performance is continually improved.

ACTIONS

Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B Prepare the State of the Environment Report Annual Environment &

Services Achieved SOE Scorecard completed for 2012/13.

A,B,C,D, Develop an Environmental Manual / Procedures Handbook that collates / makes reference to all key environmental documentation and technical/administrative procedures

June 2014 Environment & Services

Pending To commence by June 2014.

D Review Council's Environmental Sustainability Policy Annual Review March


Achieved Environmental Sustainability Policy reviewed revised and adopted.

C Facilitate the Sustainability Advisory Group Achieved


Achieved Sustainability Advisory Group facilitated until the group ceased in 2012/13.

A,D Review of the Environmental Management Plan June 2014 Environment & Services

Pending To commence by June 2014.


Sub-Program 1.07 – Regional Organisations and Industry Associations Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES To implement best practice environmental management through sharing information and approaches with other managers.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES Join and participate in relevant networks and regional organisations

ACTIONS

Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 Review costs and benefits of Council's memberships Annual

Review Environment & Services

Achieved Review conducted – have reduced our memberships where Council was no longer benefiting.

To participate in regional forums and networking groups on environmental and sustainability issues as relevant

Annual Review


Achieved Participated in regional forums, groups and committees during 12/13 including SCCG, SHOROC committees and working groups, waste groups and education networking events.


Sub-Program 1.08 – Legislative Compliance, Regulation and Enforcement Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES To have all breaches of environmental legislation appropriately enforced.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To have authorised officers respond to environmental incidents in Mosman, using regulatory powers where appropriate. B To ensure Councillors and officers are aware of relevant environmental legislation and that Council decisions are made accordingly.

ACTIONS

Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 A Enforce relevant legislation where necessary to reduce pollution

and to reduce harm to human health and the environment. (Including Local Government Act, POEO, Noxious Weeds Act, relevant sections of the Sydney Water Act)

As needs Basis

Environment & Services, Assets & Services, Ranger Services

Achieved Legislation enforced as required during 2012/13.

B Monitor environmental legislative developments, update the register of environmental legislation and communicate to staff with environmental responsibilities accordingly

Bi-Annual Review


Achieved Legislation register updated on bi-annual basis or as required.

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PROGRAM 2

ATMOSPHERE

Convenor: Director Environment & Planning PERFORMANCE INDICATORS • 20% reduction of Council’s corporate greenhouse gas emissions by 2010 based on 1995 levels. A greenhouse gas inventory was conducted for the 2010/11 FY. The target of 20% reduction by 2010 was not met. Council’s corporate greenhouse gas emissions were reduced by 12.5%. This reduction was due to small efficiency changes as well as the purchase of 100% green power for street lighting and 10% green power for Council’s four main sites. A new greenhouse gas reduction target has not been set. Council has ceased purchasing green power in July 2013 which will impact on Council’s greenhouse gas emissions. • 10% reduction in Council’s energy consumption by 2012/13 In 2012/13 Council achieved a 6% reduction in Council’s energy consumption based on 2008/09 levels. Due to offsets and abatement measures Council’s 2012/13 greenhouse gas emissions were reduced by 436.2 tCO2e (21.8%) on 2008/09 levels.


Sub-Program 2.01 – Sustainable Energy Use Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To reduce the use of fossil fuels and the release of greenhouse gas emissions to a sustainable rate so that current climatic systems are protected.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES

A To reduce Council energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. B To improve the energy efficiency of Council assets, including street lighting and buildings. C To increase the percentage of energy purchased by Council from renewable sources.

ACTIONS

Objective Actions Date Responsibilities Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B,C Develop a plan to progressively improve the efficiency of

heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems in Council facilities

June 2015 Assets & Services

Ongoing New system installed in the Art Gallery during refurbishment.

A,B,C Set up a revolving energy fund to reinvest savings from improved energy efficiencies into other sustainable energy projects

March 2012 Environment & Services, Finance

Achieved Revolving Fund has been set up with initial seed funding. This fund will be trialled over the first 1-2 years to determine whether it is working and effective. The trial indicated that the Revolving fund was not working due to lack of initial funds to start the fund and lack of large projects to keep the fund going. This program has ceased.

A,B Participate in the Street Lighting Improvement Program Achieved Assets & Services

Achieved Council has participated in this program.


Objective Actions Date Responsibilities Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B Install energy efficient lighting in Council’s Civic Centre

and other council buildings Achieved Environment &

Services Achieved An energy efficient lighting retrofit has been completed. LED’s and sensor lighting has been installed in the Civic Centre, Seniors Centre, Youth Centre, CD Admin, Vista Street Carpark, and the Library.

A,C Purchase 10% Greenpower for Council’s primary buildings (Civic Centre/Library, Art Gallery & Vista Street Car park)

Annual review March

Finance Achieved 10% Green power purchased for the 4 primary sites. Purchase of green power to cease in 2013/14.

A,B Install energy/water efficient hot water systems during asset replacement

Quarterly Review

Assets & Services

Pending Based on condition assessment reports.

A,B All new office equipment / appliances purchased / leased must have a 4+ energy star rating & energy efficient modes set to default

As required IT, All relevant staff

Ongoing Based on condition / lease agreement schedules.

A,B Increase the insulating properties of Council buildings where relevant

As required Assets & Services

Pending Based on assessment as required.

A,C Purchase 100% Greenpower for Streetlights Annual review-March

Finance Achieved 100% green power purchased for street lighting in 12/13.

A,B Publicise Council’s energy consumption and greenhouse gas reduction efforts to Council staff annually

Annual December


Achieved Information provided to staff quarterly in the Sustainability Staff E-Newsletter.

A,B Feasibility study on installation of Ark Technology at the Civic Centre and Art Gallery

June 2014 Assets & Services

Achieved Investigation undertaken – not feasible to install this technology at this stage. Action dependent on funding and rate of return.

A,B,C Investigate the implementation of an Energy Performance Contract

June 2013 Assets & Services, Environment & Services

Achieved Investigation completed and business case developed. Will not go ahead at this stage.


Sub-Program 2.02 – Sustainable Transport Co-ordinator: Manager Assets and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To ensure transport needs in Mosman are primarily met by sustainable transport modes that do not emit greenhouse gases, urban air pollutants and are energy and space efficient. To ensure good air quality in Mosman that does not compromise human health or amenity or ecological processes.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To reduce pollutant emissions from and the use of energy intensive vehicles in Council's fleet. B To provide improved infrastructure and support for sustainable transport in Mosman. C To improve the uptake of walking and cycling in the community. D To reduce emissions of urban air pollutants associated with fossil fuel combustion.

ACTIONS

Objective Actions Date Responsibilities Status of Actions – 2012/13 A Offset emissions from Council’s fleet, through the

Green fleet Program, if feasible Achieved Environment &

Services Achieved Council’s fleet was offset through the Green fleet Program.

A,C,D Sustainable transport information for new and prospective staff, to be included in job packages and / or new staff information

Achieved Environment & Services, HR

Achieved Sustainable Transport Information is included on Council’s website under Employment section, it is included in position descriptions and is included as an item to be discussed during the interview process.

A,B,C,D Include sustainable transport in relevant staff work plans

Achieved Environment & Services, HR

Achieved Sustainable transport has been included in the workplans of the Environment officers and the traffic staff.


B Lobby the State/Federal Government on public transport issues and emphasise the need for a state/local government partnership

Achieved Environment & Services, Assets & Services, SHOROC

Achieved SHOROC lobbying on behalf of member Councils.

A,C,D Investigate the feasibility of a Bike Fleet for Mosman Council


Achieved Investigation completed, including cost benefit analysis, staff usage survey, liability & risk assessment and case study research. Determined that a bike fleet was not feasible.

B,C,D Implement a sustainable business program incorporating sustainable transport


Achieved Sustainable Business Program implemented involving 20 plus businesses in an energy reduction program. Sustainable transport was one action promoted to businesses to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

B,D Continue to work with GOGet Carshare to provide carshare services to the Mosman Community

Bi-annual review


Achieved Car share program is ongoing. There were 505 members at the end of 2012/13.


Sub-Program 2.03 – Responding to Climate Change Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

Reduce the use of fossil fuels and the release of greenhouse gas emissions to a sustainable rate so that current climatic systems are protected.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To prepare for and mitigate the negative effects of climate change on Mosman. B To reduce Council’s greenhouse gas emissions.

ACTIONS

Objective Actions Date Responsibilities Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B Monitor the workings of the Local Government and

National Emissions Trading Schemes Quarterly Review September


Achieved The local government emissions trading scheme was monitored whilst in existence. The carbon tax has also been monitored in terms of implications for Council.

A To include climate change considerations in all relevant Council planning documents

Achieved Urban Planning Achieved Climate Change included in Council’s planning documents.

A To prepare a climate change risk adaptation plan for Council


Achieved A Climate Change Risk Adaptation Plan was completed by consultants as part of a partner program with Statewide Mutual.


PROGRAM 3

WATER

Convenor: Director Environment & Planning PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Reduction in Council’s water consumption by 2012/13 Council’s water consumption was reduced by 480 KL in 2012/13 comparative to 2011/12. • Reduction in Community water consumption by 2012/13

The total water consumption in the Mosman LGA decreased in 2012/13.

• Mosman waterways compliant with recommended water quality guidelines

The Harbourwatch data for 2012/13 rate all of Mosman’s beaches as ‘Good’, meaning the water quality of the beaches is suitable for swimming majority of the time, accepting after heavy rain. • Tonnes of pollutants captured by the SQIDS annually

A total of 405.64 tonnes of pollutants were captured by the Stormwater Quality Improvement Devices (SQIDS) during 2012/13.


Sub-Program 3.01 – Water Conservation Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To reduce Council's water consumption to contribute to a sustainable water supply and the long term ecological health of rivers affected by water storages.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A Reduce water consumption by Council and the community. B To use alternative sources for water supply including rainwater, stormwater, greywater and sewage where suitable. C To develop programs that advise the community on the installation of water efficiency measures

ACTIONS Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B Monitor the Balmoral Stormwater Reuse System at

Botanic Road Achieved Assets &

Services Achieved The system is fully operational and is monitored as required.

A,B Investigate opportunities for large scale water sensitive urban design asset renewal projects consistent with the development of asset management plans and public domain improvement projects

Achieved Assets & Services

Achieved Investigations undertaken. Further opportunities for new projects will be investigated as required.

A Implement outstanding Every Drop Counts recommendations


Achieved Every drop counts program recommendations completed.

A,B Implement actions in the Water Savings Action Plan, and provide an Annual report to the State Government Department in March


Achieved The last water savings action plan was completed and reported to the state government. In 2011/12 Council developed a new Water Efficiency Management Plan.


Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B Participate as a partner in the Research Project entitled

"Sustainable 'watering to purpose' in urban landscapes: Developing irrigation benchmarks for science-based policy and practice"


Achieved Participated in the stage 1 trial of the program which has now been completed.

C Implementation of the Sustainable Business Program Achieved Environment & Services

Achieved The Sustainable Business Program has been completed. Businesses were provided with a free water audit and recommendations report.


Sub-Program 3.02 – Water Quality Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To have a water cycle where natural flow regimes, ecological processes and water quality are protected.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To improve the water quality of Mosman creeks and surrounding harbour waterways. B To rehabilitate degraded water courses in Mosman.

ACTIONS Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 A Collect data, and maintain the SQID database, to evaluate

the efficiency and effectiveness of SQIDs in the capture and removal of pollutants

Ongoing Review monthly


Achieved SQID data is collected / collated and reported on annually.

A Collect, collate and report upon data from the State Government's Beachwatch program

Ongoing - November


Achieved Beachwatch data is collated and reported on annually.

A Collect bio-indicator, and physical and chemical data from Mosman creeks / receiving waters as appropriate


Achieved Creek monitoring program completed in 2011.

B CEC

Undertake creek restoration and rehabilitation works, as required


Achieved Creek works completed at Balmoral and Mosman Bay.


PROGRAM 4

BIODIVERSITY


PERFORMANCE INDICATORS • Increase in the number of active bushcare volunteers annually There were 102 active registered bushcare volunteers in 2012/13, this has not increased from 2011/12 but has increased by 5% based on 2010/11 numbers. • Incorporating sustainability principles into all programs to reduce impact on the marine environment Sustainability principles were incorporated into all programs relating to marine assets including the refurbishment of the wharves/jetty and replacement of the shark nets.


Sub-Program 4.01 – Bushland and Terrestrial Biodiversity Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To have the integrity and diversity of the indigenous flora and fauna, and the natural landscapes of Mosman sustainably managed.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To identify, conserve and enhance biodiversity. B To protect, restore and create habitat corridors. C To protect flora and fauna communities from degradation caused by inappropriate use, invasive weeds, pest animals, and pollution. D Develop Council's resource base to enable effective biodiversity management, including scientific research, survey, monitoring and

mapping.

ACTIONS Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B,C,D Manage the Middle Harbour catchment Contract for

Bushland Restoration 2001 - 2011. Ongoing Assets &

Services Achieved This contract has been completed with good results. A new Bushland Management Contract commenced in 2012.

A,B,C,D Manage the Port Jackson catchment Contract for Bushland Restoration 2001 - 2011.

Ongoing Assets & Services

Achieved This contract has been completed with good results. A new Bushland Management Contract commenced in 2012.

A,B,C,D Progressively implement the Unmade Roads Rehabilitation Strategy in accordance with the program timetable.


Achieved Works implemented in accordance with the schedule.

A,B,C,D Coordinate and support Council's volunteer Bushcare Program.


Achieved The Bushcare volunteer program achieved good outcomes in 2012/13.


Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B,C,D Implement the plan for the future management of

Phytophthora cinnamomi. Achieved Assets &

Services Achieved Plan implemented.

A,B,C,D Review, revise and implement the 5 year rolling program for the upgrade of walking tracks and trails through Council's bushland areas.

Annual Review - June

Assets & Services

Achieved Review completed – program to be implemented according to the schedule.

A,B,C,D Implement the feral animal control program Ongoing Assets & Services

Achieved Rabbit baiting program was undertaken during 2012/13.

B Implement the Urban Forest Policy as identified in Program 5.05 Trees of MOSPLAN.

Quarterly Review - September

Assets & Services

Achieved Policy implemented as required.

C,D Undertake an assessment of the impacts (positive and negative) private lands are having on councils bushland management works.

December 2013

Assets & Services

Pending To be completed.

A, C, D Support and participate in the Native Bogul/Black Rat Project in partnership with Taronga Zoo, UNSW and NSW NPWS.


Achieved Council participated in this partnership project.

A Investigate the feasibility of establishing a propagation nursery to restore native bushland

July 2013 Assets & Services

Achieved Investigation completed – not feasible at this stage due to lack of available space and lack of resources to fund and manage such a facility.

A,B,C Design and Implement the Biodiversity (Bush Friendly Neighbours) Community Program

By June 2013


Achieved The project has been designed and the 2nd stage of the project is being implemented.


Sub-Program 4.02 – Aquatic Biodiversity Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To have the integrity and diversity of the indigenous flora and fauna, and the natural landscapes of Mosman sustainably managed.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To identify, conserve and enhance biodiversity B To prevent degradation and disturbance of aquatic communities C To protect aquatic communities for conservation, education and research

ACTIONS Objective Actions Date Responsibilities Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B,C Incorporate environmental considerations into marine

assets contracts and the management of marine assets, facility development, and asset refurbishment and renewal

Achieved Environment & Services, Assets & Services

Achieved Environmental considerations included in tender process and on ground marine works.

A,B,C Monitor seagrass species and the aquatic pest Caulerpa taxifolia in Mosman’s waterways

Achieved Environment & Services, Assets & Services

Achieved Monitoring undertaken in March 2013.

A,B,C To complete the Caring for Our Coast Grant Program Achieved Environment & Services

Achieved The Caring for our coast program has been completed.


Sub-Program 4.03 – Intertidal Biodiversity Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To have the integrity and diversity of the flora and fauna, and the natural landscapes of Mosman sustainably managed.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To conserve intertidal community biodiversity and structure. B To protect rocky intertidal shores from illegal harvesting and pollution. C To manage Council's seawalls to provide improved habitat for intertidal communities. D To conserve and enhance biodiversity in sandy beaches.

ACTIONS

Objective Actions Date Responsibilities Status of Actions – 2012/13 A, B, D Follow the recommendations of the Chinamans

Beach monitoring program to ensure that beach cleaning practices do not negatively affect intertidal biodiversity.


Achieved Hand raking of the beach only – mechanical cleaning not undertaken.

A,D Investigate feasibility of hand raking other Mosman beaches


Achieved Investigation completed – clause included in renewed beach cleaning contract for option to hand rake Little Sirius Cove and Spit East/West beaches.

C To redesign seawalls to provide habitat for intertidal communities (when repair/restoration works are required).


Achieved Seawalls at Quakers Hat Bay and The Spit redesigned providing habitat for intertidal communities.


PROGRAM 5

LAND


PERFORMANCE INDICATORS • Ensure 100% compliance with Environmental Management Plans developed and implemented for all contaminated sites. There has been 100% compliance with the Environmental Management Plans for Balmoral Oval / Park and for the Northern Nursery School. Since Balmoral Oval and foreshore remediation has been completed a quarterly audit of the oval/foreshore has been conducted to ensure compliance with the Environmental Management Plan. The Northern Nursery School monitors the site on a monthly basis and provides a report to Council, followed up by an annual audit.


Sub-Program 5.01– Contaminated Lands Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES To minimise the risk of harm to the environment and human health from contaminated sites.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To have the management of land contamination integrated into Council's planning and development control system. B To ensure land for which Council has care and control of that contains residual contamination is appropriately managed.

ACTIONS

Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B Develop environmental management plans for Council

sites as relevant Achieved Environment &

Services Achieved Environmental Management Plans have been developed for contaminated sites. Further Plans will be developed as required.

B Complete remediation of contaminated lands at Balmoral Oval, and ensure compliance with the Environmental Management Plan

Ongoing

Environment & Services, Assets & Services

Achieved Remediation of Balmoral Oval and Foreshore completed.

B Ensure Compliance with the Environmental Management Plan for the Northern Nursery School

Ongoing Environment & Services

Achieved Collection and review of reports monthly. Annual audit completed in December 2012.


Sub-Program 5.02 – Community Access to Public Land Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES To have a community involved in the management of land in Mosman to improve management of and community understanding of terrestrial processes and biodiversity.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A Establish areas where community members can be involved in the management of gardens, unmade roads or bushland areas.

ACTIONS Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions 2012/13 Report annually on the progress of the establishment of a community garden in Mosman

Annually Assets & Services

Achieved A community garden has been established in Mosman by the Mosman Community Garden Group.


PROGRAM 6

WASTE

Convenor: Director Environment & Planning PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• To achieve 67% diversion rate of waste to landfill by 2014. In 2012/13 Council achieved a 45.8% diversion rate of waste to landfill. Council continues to increase recycling rates, reduce waste and is improving its public place recycling program. The process has commenced for an AWT to be established at Kimbriki which will remove organic matter from the waste stream for composting.

• 6% reduction in overall waste generation on 2007/08 figures by 2012/13.

Waste to landfill in 2007/08 was 6891 tonnes. Waste generated in 2012/13 was 6455 tonnes. Council has achieved a reduction of 436 tonnes of waste comparative to 2007/08, equating to a 6.4% reduction.

• Number of programs implemented annually. Approximately 20 waste programs were implemented during 2012/13, including a Business program, Love Food Hate Waste, Clothes Swap, Second Hand Saturday, Compost revolution, Schools Program, Composting/Worm farming workshops, and other waste workshops and events


Sub-Program 6.01 – Littering and Illegal Dumping Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To have a local environment free from litter and dumped rubbish.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To have an integrated approach to minimise littering in the community. B Reduce the number of instances of illegally dumped material in Mosman.

ACTIONS Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions - 2012/13 B Implement recommendations regarding the control

of illegal dumping Achieved Environment & Services,

Ranger Services Achieved Recommendations implemented.

A Develop and implement a litter prevention strategy in conjunction with public place recycling and the waste education strategy

Achieved Environment & Services Achieved Litter and Illegal Dumping Strategy developed.

A,B Provide support for Clean Up Australia Day Annual Review March

Environment & Services Achieved Support for Clean Up Australia is provided every year.

A Investigate the installation of cigarette butt bins, appropriate signage and promotion in high use locations

Achieved Environment & Services Achieved Investigation completed. Not appropriate to install cigarette butt bins given Council areas are non-smoking zones.


Sub-Program 6.02 – Resource Recovery and Use of Secondary Resources Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To improve the recovery of resources so that the extraction, use and disposal of resources and energy is within the sustainable carrying capacity of the environment.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES

A Maximise the recovery of materials from the waste stream. B Increase the use of materials recovered from the waste stream. C To maximise the percentage of the total waste stream diverted from disposal.

ACTIONS Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions - 2012/13 A,B,C Implement the planning and education

stages of the SHOROC common waste collection system

2014-2017


Achieved Stage 1 of the education program has been completed. Stage 2 will not commence until 2014/15.

A,B,C Continue to implement and monitor the public place recycling scheme in Mosman


Achieved Further public place recycling bins have been installed in parks and reserves.

A,B,C Trial an e-waste kerbside collection service for residents, and implement the e-waste education and awareness program


Achieved An e-waste kerbside collection service was undertaken successfully. This service will cease in 2013 due to a new agreement between Kimbriki and DHL under the computer/TV producer responsibility scheme.

A,B,C Continue to host an annual E-waste collection event


Achieved An e-waste drop-off weekend was held in March 2013 with 595 vehicles dropping off e-waste and a total of 21 tonnes collected for recycling.


Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions - 2012/13 A,B,C Implementation of Second Hand

Saturday Program Achieved Environment &

Services Achieved Second Hand Saturday was implemented in 2012. Approximately 20 households took part and provided good feedback on the event.


Sub-Program 6.03 – Waste Prevention and Avoidance Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To have the extraction, use and disposal of resources and energy within the sustainable carrying capacity of the environment.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A Reduce the amount of waste generated from Council facilities on a per capita basis. B To minimise the generation of waste via the management of Council contracts. C Reduce the amount of waste generated by the Mosman community

ACTIONS

Objective Actions Date Responsibilities Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B Undertake regular audits of waste

generated from Council facilities, and respond to results as appropriate

Achieved Environment & Services Achieved Waste audits undertaken on an annual basis.

A Implement the new recycled paper towel system in Council’s amenities and kitchen facilities to reduce the amount of paper waste generated

Achieved Environment & Services Achieved Recycled paper towel used in the bathrooms and kitchen facilities of the Civic Centre.

A,B,C Become involved in the Love Food Hate Waste Program

Achieved Environment & Services Achieved The Love Food Hate Waste Program has been completed.


Sub-Program 6.04 – Hazardous Materials Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES Reduce the extraction, manufacture, use and disposal of hazardous and toxic materials to within the sustainable carrying capacity of the environment.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A Reduce the use of toxic materials and replace with less harmful substances or different procedures. B Improve systems for safe disposal and recycling of toxic and hazardous materials.

ACTIONS Objective Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 A,B Audit toxic and hazardous materials used by

Council and contractors and recommend alternatives products or processes


Achieved Audit conducted.

B Promote disposal and recycling schemes for household and commercial hazardous and toxic wastes


Achieved The Household Chemical Collection Program has been promoted to the community.


PROGRAM 7

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, ENGAGEMENT AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

Convenor: Manager Environment and Services

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Number of environmental/sustainability programs implemented annually. A total of 63 environmental / sustainability programs were implemented in the community in 2012/13. A total of 25 environmental / sustainability programs were implemented for staff in 2012/13.

• Number of environmental/sustainability programs evaluated annually. 100% of programs developed and implemented were evaluated.

• Number of staff environmental/sustainability training sessions delivered annually.

Approximately 55% of existing staff completed the sustainability e-learning module. New staff starting in 2012/13 completed the module. Approximately 4 Food for thought sessions have been held for staff.


Sub-Program 7.01– Community Education Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES To deliver effective and integrated environmental education that builds the capacity of people in Mosman to move towards more sustainable behaviour.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To deliver effective education programs that assist in the conservation of natural resources and improvement of environmental quality.

ACTIONS

Actions Date Responsibilities Status of Actions – 2012/13 Implement &/or support programs to promote Greenpower Achieved Environment &

Services Achieved Council purchases green power for street lighting and its primary sites. Council also promotes green power to the community.

Conduct programs to reduce water and energy use in the community


Achieved Education programs undertaken. Council is partnering in the Climate Clever Program which has been promoted to the community.

Promote the Sydney Water rainwater tank rebate to residents Achieved Environment & Services

Achieved Any rebates offered have been promoted to the community.

Develop the Living Mosman Workshop and Events Program Achieved Environment & Services

Achieved Program developed and implemented for 2012/13.

Conduct bushland and native wildlife education programs Achieved Environment & Services, Assets & Services

Achieved Workshops, seminars and walks and talks conducted.


Actions Date Responsibilities Status of Actions – 2012/13 Implement community waste education workshops to promote and encourage home composting and worm farming, waste avoidance, recovery of recyclables from the waste stream, and increased recycling rates

Achieved


Achieved Composting/worm farming workshops held for the community and schools. Commenced the Compost Revolution.

Implement the ‘Community Education and Engagement Driving Change for Sustainability in Local Government’ Program


Achieved CEE Change Program has been completed.

Implement the regional Solar Hot Water Community Project Program ceased


Stopped This program was discontinued. Council instead offers the Climate Clever program to the community.

Implement the Multi-Unit Dwelling Education and Engagement Program


Achieved The MUDS program has been completed.

Design and Implement the Responsible Pet Ownership Community Education Program


Achieved and Ongoing The Responsible pet ownership program has been developed and is in stage 2 of implementation.

Implement the Mosman Sustainable Business Program Achieved Environment & Services

Achieved Program has been completed.


Sub-Program 7.02 – Staff Education and Training Co-ordinator: Manager Environment and Services

10 YEAR OBJECTIVES

To have an informed, aware and motivated staff with sufficient training to perform their duties in a way which minimises risks to the environment.

3 YEAR OBJECTIVES A To develop and deliver effective staff education and training.

ACTIONS Actions Date Responsibility Status of Actions – 2012/13 Implement the Mosman Staff Sustainability Challenge Program


Achieved The Sustainability Forum was held with 95% of staff in attendance.

Develop an environmental training plan, consistent with Council's Training and Development Policy that covers personnel selection, recruitment, employee knowledge and awareness, and individual competency needs


Achieved Developed under the CEE Change Program. A staff Sustainability E-Learning module was developed for the staff induction program. 11 staff were provided with sustainability leadership/capacity building training. HR has also commenced a training needs analysis for all Council staff.

Deliver environmental awareness and competency based training to staff


Achieved Nominated Staff across Council were provided with Sustainability leadership training.

Implement a staff and community education program on sustainable transport


Achieved Sustainable Transport program undertaken for the community. Staff awareness campaign completed.

Develop an interactive intranet site for staff use during induction or other training sessions, to raise awareness of sustainability at Mosman Council


Achieved A sustainability e-learning module was developed for new staff to be completed as part of staff induction. Existing staff were also offered an incentive to complete the module.

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