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Section 2 - Statutory StatementsEnvironmental Programs Summary - cont.Other minor changes include:• the removal of the level of significance column from Schedule 9,• deletion of Clause 32(8)- “Demolition of item of State significance”, and• deletion of the definition of “local heritage significance”The alterations mean that the LEP does not differentiate whether a heritage item is of local or Statesignificance. A separate process exists for the protection of State heritage items under the Heritage Act1977.Currawong- Minister’s Refusal of Development Application (Part 3A)On April 28 2009, the Minister for Planning refused an application from Eco-Villages Australia Pty Ltdfor a 28 lot subdivision at Currawong Beach comprising 25 lots for low density residential use, 1 lot forenvironmental conservation, 1 lot for private open space and 1 lot for public open space.Currawong has been listed as a State Heritage item on the NSW State Heritage Register (www.heritage.nsw.gov.au) by the NSW Department of Planning in the government gazette (no. 71 pg 2229) on the 12May 2009.A copy of the Minister’s Instrument of Determination and the Director-General’s assessment report onthe project is available on the Department’s website, under the “Major Projects Register” section (www.planning.nsw.gov.au).Weaving Words with WisdomCouncil facilitated this event as part of this year’s Guringai Festival. Over 30 people attended and learnt howto weave with native Lomandra, heard about local bush foods and tasted dip made from Warrigal Greens.Heritage Advisor ServiceCouncil has continued with its heritage advisory service, with the services of an expert heritage architectavailable to owners of heritage properties. His expertise was also used extensively by Council in theassessment of development applications which affected heritage properties.vii) Towards SustainabilityThere are many definitions of the word ‘sustainability’ but it essentially means being able to meet theneeds of the present without depleting resources or harming natural cycles for future generations. Planningfor environmental sustainability provides a framework which links economic, social, environmental andgovernance matters with natural resource management. It is essential because a healthy environmentunderpins a productive economy and a healthy society.The awareness and action of the community are vital in achieving sustainable outcomes. The SHOROCmember Councils are increasingly providing a facilitation role in organising and involving their organisationsas well as the community and businesses in environmental programs for sustainability. Under the LocalGovernment Act (1993) Councils are required to consider the principles of sustainability in decision makingprocesses. Each council has adopted a number of means to ensure council operations are moving towardssustainability. Each year, councils prepare a Management Plan that identifies what they will do over the nextfour years in terms of social, economic and environmental outcomes.Pittwater Programs - SustainabilityClimate Change Policy AdoptedOver recent years both the community and Council have identified the need for increased action andcommitment in responding to the challenges of climate change. In consultation with the community, Councildeveloped a Climate Change Policy which was adopted on 6 April 2009. The policy statement expressesa range of policy positions, including accepting that our climate is currently being modified by humanactivities at a rate unprecedented in human history. The policy acknowledges the important role of localgovernment in abating emissions, managing climate change impacts and promoting community climateaction at the local level. The policy commits Council to building on greenhouse gas abatement initiativesalready in progress within Council’s operations, and working in partnership with the community to respondto the challenges posed by climate change. The policy commits Council to incorporating consideration ofclimate change and its potential impacts into every aspect of Council’s operations.‘Going Solar’ Community Education Program launchedIn June last year, solar panels with a capacity of 1,435 watts were installed on the Coastal EnvironmentCentre as part of an upgrade towards development of a sustainability demonstration site for community42
Section 2 - Statutory StatementsEnvironmental Programs Summary - cont.education and awareness. The Solar Powered CEC project was launched on 16 November 2008, with anevent attended local politicians, schools and community groups. Walk through tours have been conductedon a weekly basis showcasing the solar electricity, solar hot water, and lighting efficiency features of theCentre. Residents have been able to come along for 20 minute tours, and learn about the simple energysaving actions that can reduce power bills and C02 emissions in their own homes. Energy consumption atthe Centre has reduced significantly, and in partnership with the University of NSW we are aiming to makethe CEC Pittwater’s first carbon neutral facility.Sustainability Education PlanSustainability education is an essential tool for meeting the challenges of ecological sustainability, includingclimate change, reducing our ecological footprint, water conservation, biodiversity conservation, naturalresource management and waste management. With a grant of $20,000 from the NSW Environmental Trust,Council has developed an integrated Education for Sustainability Plan for the Pittwater local governmentarea. The Pittwater Sustainability Education Plan is linked to the NSW Environmental Education Plan 2007-2010 and to the Pittwater 2020 Strategic Plan. The plan will help Council to develop and deliver coordinatedand comprehensive sustainability education programs which address priority sustainability issues that willbenefit residents, businesses and Council staff.Go Green DaysEducation days were undertaken with students at Newport Public School and Narrabeen North andEnvironment Day at Elanora Heights. Students participated in a variety of workshops around their school,including rock platform studies, water quality monitoring, threatened species roadshow, water tank study,tree planting and invertebrate audits run by Coastal Environment Centre educators and Pittwater Councilstaff. Approximately 1,580 students attended these sessions.So far Council has achieved a 30% energy use reduction within Pittwater’s public buildings through theuse of a sensor lighting system and stricter controls on heating and air conditioning. Other initiatives haveincluded Information Technology services which ensure automatic shut down of computers overnight andall photocopying and printing defaulting to double-sided printing.Solar Panels2.2 kilowatt system solar panels have been fitted to the roofs of the Newport Community Centre and AvalonRecreation Centre. The panels will be monitored to measure the level of power generated and the resultingcredits for storage of power not used.Newport Community CentrePittwater opened a multi-purpose recreation centre at Newport. This development incorporates a numberof ecologically sustainable development principles including:• The re-use of some of the existing primary restructure reducing demolition waste and the requirementfor new building materials• Passive solar design providing maximum use of natural light and cross ventilation• Control of sunlight into the building through eaves and adjustable shades to control sunlight into thebuilding• Installation of water tanks for rainwater storage and re-use• Installation of waterless urinals and sensor taps, and• Installation of solar panels on the roof.Over 8,842 students from high schools, primary schools and pre-schools have attended various excursionsto the coast, surrounding bushlands and Warriewood Wetlands run by the Coastal Environment Centre.Establishment of S-teamPittwater Council has established a Sustainability Team consisting of representatives from each of thebusiness units within Council. The working group has been set up to coordinate sustainability initiativesacross the organisation and ensure effective implementation through leadership and shared ideas.43
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