Capital Works Program Highlights from the 2020-21 Draft Budget
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Capital Works Program Highlights from the 2020-21 Draft Budget Horsham Rural City Council Budget – 2020-21 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Council Plan Goal 1 – Community and Cultural Development ...................................................... 91 Town Hall Air Conditioning Works ................................................................................................ 91 Town Hall Fly Lines ........................................................................................................................ 92 Wesley PACC Refurbishment ......................................................................................................... 93 Skate Park Public Convenience Upgrade ....................................................................................... 94 Council Plan Goal 2 – Sustaining the Economy and Environment ................................................. 95 Aerodrome Airside Safety Works .................................................................................................. 95 Council Plan Goal 3 – Asset Management .................................................................................... 96 Renewal of Plant & Equipment ..................................................................................................... 96 Fleet GPS ........................................................................................................................................ 97 Rural Tennis Court Refurbishment Stage 1 ................................................................................... 98 Wimmera River Pedestrian Bridge (Hamilton St) Detailed Design/Scoping ................................. 99 Urban Roads Reconstruction ....................................................................................................... 100 Rural Roads Reconstruction ........................................................................................................ 101 Rural Bridges Reconstruction ...................................................................................................... 102 Footpaths and Cycle-ways ........................................................................................................... 103 City to River Stage 1 Implementation .......................................................................................... 104 Council Plan Goal 5 – Natural and Built Environments ............................................................... 106 Waste Management .................................................................................................................... 106 Community Halls Solar Roofing ................................................................................................... 107 Sustainability Projects – Energy Saving Measures ....................................................................... 108 Horsham Rural City Council Budget – 2020-21 2 E Title: Town Hall Air Conditioning Works Council Plan Goal: Council Plan Goal 1 – Community and Cultural Development Service: Performing Arts Asset category: Property – Buildings Fund Source Renewal Upgrade New Total General Revenue $70,000 $70,000 External Grants Contributions Reserves Total $70,000 $70,000 Project background Since the redevelopment was completed in 2016, the Horsham Town Hall has become a highly successful regional performing arts venue. However, air flow in the auditorium has been un-balanced, resulting in discomfort to patrons in some areas due to temperature variance. There is also reduced airflow on the stage area, causing overheating issues for performers. What are the proposed works? • Engineering, design and manufacture of custom air outlets • Installation of upper level high velocity air vents and ducting • Installation of electronic dampener motors • Closure of some inefficient side wall vents • Programming changes to the site Building Management System • Air balancing and commissioning to ensure o even air distribution o optimal spread Source – Mark Radford o throw of air towards the stage • Post-install monitoring and adjustments as needed for summer and winter performances Why are we doing it? The re-balancing of air movement in the auditorium will result in increased comfort of patrons and performers at performing arts events. When is it likely to happen? Whilst the venue is closed to the public, this project could be undertaken between 1 July – 30 August, or alternatively, undertaken in January 2021, when venue bookings are traditionally light. Horsham Rural City Council Budget – 2020-21 3 Title: Town Hall Fly Lines Council Plan Goal: Council Plan Goal 1 – Community and Cultural Development Service: Performing Arts Asset category: Property – Buildings Fund Source Renewal Upgrade New Total General Revenue $29,250 $29,250 External Grants Contributions Reserves Total $29,250 $29,250 Project background Fly lines are part of the theatrical rigging system that enables the stage crew to quickly, quietly and safely hoist performance components such as curtains, lights, scenery, stage effects and, sometimes, people. The fly tower in the Horsham Town Hall is designed to hold 45 fly lines, however only 26 were installed during the redevelopment as a cost saving measure. What are the proposed works? • Measure, manufacture, installation and commissioning of fly lines • 5 fly lines to be installed in 2020-21 Why are we doing it? Installation of the remaining 19 fly lines will enable performances with more complex designs to be staged. When is it likely to happen? Whilst the venue is closed to the public, this project could be undertaken between 1 July – 30 August, or alternatively, undertaken in January 2021, when venue bookings are traditionally light. Source – HRCC JM Horsham Rural City Council Budget – 2020-21 4 Title: Wesley PACC Refurbishment Council Plan Goal: Council Plan Goal 1 – Community and Cultural Development Service: Performing Arts Asset category: Property – Buildings Fund Source Renewal Upgrade New Total General Revenue $45,000 $45,000 External Grants Contributions $500,000 $500,000 Reserves Total $545,000 $545,000 Project background The Wesley Performing Arts and Cultural Centre (PACC) was closed in November 2017 after fire safety issues were identified. Council committed to work closely with the Wesley PACC Committee to re- open the facility, and transition ownership and operation of the building from the Wesley PACC Committee to Council. What are the proposed works? Undertake assessments and complete works to address building regulation and structural integrity requirements, enabling the building to re-open for community use and public performances Why are we doing it? An extensive Performing Arts Services Demand Assessment study showed that the Wesley PACC was a required and valued facility for the Wimmera, providing a small intimate space that his very highly regarded by the community. Source – visithorsham.com.au When is it likely to happen? Between 1 October 2020 and March 2021. Horsham Rural City Council Budget – 2020-21 5 Title: Skate Park Public Convenience Upgrade Council Plan Goal: Council Plan Goal 1 – Community and Cultural Development Service: Street Public Conveniences Asset category: Property – Buildings Fund Source Renewal Upgrade New Total General Revenue $109,380 $54,620 $164,000 External Grants Contributions Reserves Total $109,380 $54,620 $164,000 Project background The Horsham Skate Park on the Racecourse Reserve is used by a wide range of community members. The precinct requires additional infrastructure and landscaping to improve the amenity of the area. The existing public toilet is in poor condition and needs replacement. What are the proposed works? • Conduct a Placemaking Precinct Planning Process with key stakeholders • Develop a co-designed Precinct Plan • Replace the existing public toilet with a modern amenity block • Install additional shade and seating Why are we doing it? Source – internet The proposed works will improve amenity of the facility, diversify and increase usage of the skate park so it is a safe and welcoming destination for people of different ages and abilities. When is it likely to happen? Between 1 July 2020 and 30 December 2020 Horsham Rural City Council Budget – 2020-21 6 Title: Aerodrome Airside Safety Works Council Plan Goal: Council Plan Goal 2 – Sustaining the Economy and Environment Service: Aerodrome Operations Asset category: Other Infrastructure Fund Source Renewal Upgrade New Total General Revenue $119,500 $119,500 External Grants $91,000 $91,000 Contributions Reserves Total $211,000 $211,000 Project background The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) conducts periodic inspections at the Horsham Aerodrome. An inspection in 2019 identified that surface shielding of runway threshold lights was occurring, obscuring these lights beyond the limitations prescribed in the aerodrome Manual of Standards. This surface shielding was caused by pavement subsidence. What are the proposed works? • Undertake pavement works to raise the level of the runway beneath the threshold lights • Re-install the threshold lights Why are we doing it? The works are required to ensure that the non-compliance is addressed, and CASA can be informed of a conforming status. This will increase the level of safety at the Aerodrome. When is it likely to happen? Between 1 July 2020 and 30 June 2021 Source – HRCC JM - Horsham Aerodrome Horsham Rural City Council Budget – 2020-21 7 Title: Renewal of Plant & Equipment Council Plan Goal: Council Plan Goal 3 – Asset Management Service: Operations Management