City of Stirling Transport Asset Managment Plan

3.0 Levels of service

Levels of service relate to outcomes the community receives in terms of quality, quantity, responsiveness and performance provided by the assets.

In developing the levels of service documented in the TAMP, the City has given due regard to the strategic goals and objectives in the Corporate Business Plan. The City has also given due regard to legislative requirements, relevant Australian Standards and stakeholder expectations in the form of community satisfaction surveys. The levels of service documented in the TAMP therefore reflect the current levels of service provided.

To achieve and sustain acceptable levels of service, the City’s transport network requires an annual commitment of funds. These funds provide for regular and responsive maintenance and for timely renewal or replacement of assets. The provision of adequate financial resources ensures that the transport network is appropriately managed and preserved. Financial provisions below the required amounts impact directly on community development and, if prolonged, result in the need for ‘catch-up’ expenditure, ultimately at a cost to the community. Additionally, deferred renewals result in increased and escalating reactive maintenance costs as aged assets deteriorate at higher rates.

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