City of Stirling Budget Newsletter

JULY 2019 Budget Newsletter

Major projects p2 • Rates Prize Draw p4 • City services p6

Major projects

Princess Wallington Community Parkland

Robinson Reserve Stage one improvements for Robinson Reserve in Tuart Hill are now complete. These improvements include a new playground which will offer lots of fun activities for youngsters including rope climbing, a birds nest swing and natural play areas. This space includes a barbeque area with picnic tables, shelters and seating, half-court and small scooter and skate area. A community shelter has also been installed to cater for larger gatherings and birthday parties. Accessibility was a key consideration, with the reserve providing improved access for people with disability including accessible parking bays, public toilet and drinking fountain, as well as inclusive elements in the playground and associated barbeque area. A new internal pedestrian path network also provides improved access throughout the reserve. The stage one works also included replacement of the boundary fence, oval irrigation, soft scaping to the reserve including turf replacement, shrub and tree planting. More than 120 trees have been planted in the reserve, the majority being mature Western Australian native species. An exciting addition is the installation of a life-size mother and calf sculpture, which is resting happily under a tree at the entrance of the reserve. The commissioned artwork by Mehdi Rasulle pays homage to the reserve’s significance as the site of the Osborne Agricultural Show as well as its long history as a dairy farm. Stage one of the Robinson Reserve Master Plan was collectively funded by the City of Stirling and the State Government. The State Government, through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, is a major supporter of community sport and recreation facilities in Western Australia. Sport and recreation builds stronger, healthier, happier and safer communities. When we play sport our whole community wins.

The City of Stirling has revealed the final design for Balga’s $7 million Princess Wallington Community Parkland project. The design was developed in consultation with the community and incorporates key elements such as a skate park, regional playground, multi-courts and BMX facilities. City of Stirling Mayor Mark Irwin said the project highlighted the importance of working with local communities to design great spaces. “The Princess Wallington Community Parkland will provide the community with accessible and free recreational options for all ages,” Mayor Irwin said. “The parkland aims to create a new community hub that will attract a wide range of users and encourage local and community events.” “We have involved our community in this project every step of the way and the final design will deliver a truly transformed space able to be enjoyed by everyone.” The City presented the final design to the community at an information session in April and is currently working on completing the technical documentation. The contract for construction works and delivery of stages 1 and 2 of the parkland redevelopment is anticipated to be awarded in November 2019 and completed in early 2021. The project is made possible thanks to a grant of almost $2.45 million from Lotterywest.

Stephenson Avenue Extension The Stirling City Centre project is designed to accommodate the growth of the City in a way that allows for people to live, work and play locally. The first stage of this exciting project is the construction of the Stephenson Avenue extension. Delivered over three phases, the extension project includes the construction of a new freeway interchange and the Stephenson Avenue Road Network that runs through the middle of 55 hectares of land-locked vacant land. As well as opening up large areas of land for development, the project will reduce traffic along Scarborough Beach Road. Reducing traffic along Scarborough Beach Road will free up road capacity for the future construction of dedicated bus lanes and ultimately a light rail system. Following a $60 million commitment by the Western Australian State Government and a $65 million commitment by the Federal Government, delivery is expected to commence in 2020 over three phases, with different agency responsibilities, City of Stirling and Main Roads WA (MRWA) Phase 1: Stephenson Ave, Scarborough Beach Road – Howe Street (delivered by the City) Phase 2: Freeway interchange delivered by Main Roads WA (delivered by MRWA) Phase 3: Stephenson Ave, Howe St – Cedric St (delivered by the City and/or MRWA). Artist impression of the Stephenson Avenue Extension project

Community members reviewing an artist impression of the Princess Wallington Community Parkland project

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Mayor’s message

Welcome to the City’s 2019/20 rates budget newsletter.

This newsletter will give you an insight into all of the services and projects that your rates help us to provide and deliver. It’s also a chance for us to give you more detail on what the City’s budget looks like for the next financial year. This year, more than ever, Councils across the State have been faced with the challenge of balancing the needs and expectations of the community while keeping rates as low as possible. The City and Council have worked hard to develop a budget that delivers a high level of services, programs and infrastructure that you expect, as well as progress work on our major projects while keeping our rate increase below CPI. Thanks to this hard work and deliberation, our capital works budget will see more than $82 million go toward major projects such as: • Des Penman Pavillion Upgrade ($1.6M)

• Princess Wallington Community Parkland ($1.8M) • Construction of Stephenson Avenue ($24M) • Road network upgrades ($26.7M). We have also been able to deliver the 2019/20 Budget with a modest rate increase of 0.9 per cent, below CPI of 1.75 per cent. This is despite a slow economy with low growth forecast and an increase in State Government charges. This budget will also allow us to continue to deliver the things that you rely on every day, such as our network of footpaths, parks and reserves and the greening of our suburbs. One of the City’s biggest commitments is to increase our tree canopy cover by 18 per cent by 2040. This budget sets aside $7.7 million for tree planting, which will not only help us achieve that target, but produce greener, leafier and cooler suburbs. Finally, the City has once again been able to retain its debt-free status and we are committed to continuing to

deliver on the City’s strong financial position with low rate increases, controlled cost increases and a reduction in costs through robust procurement strategies and efficiency measures. As always, thank you for your rates contributions and continued support. I look forward to another exciting year ahead.

Cr Mark Irwin City of Stirling Mayor

Where your rates will be spent in 2019/20

23%

8%

The City's 2019/20 Revenue Budget

14%

14%

2%

$'m

Community Services and Libraries $25.2m

Design & Engineering $72.7m

Parks & Sustainability $44.1m

$140.7

General rates

Waste & Fleet $47.1m

Planning $6.4m

Security service charge Grants, subsidies & contributions (operating and non- operating) Profit on sale of assets Fees, charges and other revenue

$3.0

$49.6

Total $320.9 m

$2.2

Development Services $8.4m

Recreation & Leisure $20.4m

Community Safety $7.7m

Administration, Governance & Council Support $41.4m

$27.8 $38.6

Waste services

Facilities, Projects and Assets $47.6m

6%

2%

$4.7

Interest earnings

3%

$266.3

Total

13%

15%

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Pay your rates and win! Pay by 21 August 2019 and you could go in the draw to win

Valued at $37,600

Lambretta V50 Scooter including helmet, jacket and gloves

Supported by Ace Scooters Balcatta

5 x $1000 worth of dental treatment Provided by ADDC

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Supported by Big Rock Toyota

‘The world always looks brighter behind a smile’

Skylight and Roof Extraction Fan Provided by Skylights WA

One year of garden maintenance Provided by Weeding Women

2 x 1,000 and 1 x $1,500 Savings accounts Provided by Westpac Bank

Two nights in a 4 bedroom Ocean View Penthouse Apartment Provided by Ramada Vetroblu Scarborough Beach

Stirling Leisure Centres

Free movies for a year Provided by Grand Cinemas

Free swimming for a year Provided by Scarborough Leisure Centres

Estate Planning and Will package Provided by Gregory Ian Wolff Solicitors 8 hypnotherapy sessions Provided by Sunset Coast Hypnotherapy

$1,000 Westfield shopping spree Provided by Business Mantra Chartered Accountants

$1,000 savings account Provided by NAB

$1,000 shopping spree Provided by Karrinyup Shopping Centre

Financial planning consultation Provided by House and Home Life

Stirling Leisure Centres SCARBOROUGH BEACH POOL

Eye exam and a pair of

Scarborough Weekend Dinner for two at La Capannina, overnight stay at Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough, entry for two to Scarborough Beach Pool, high-tea at Cocolat and bowling at The Lookout

prescription glasses or sunglass Provided by Eyecare Centre Carine 

Rates Prize Draw Terms and Conditions 1. All City of Stirling ratepayers who pay their rates in full by 5pm Western Standard Time, 21 August 2019, will be eligible for the Rates Incentive Prize Draw. 2. Twenty three eligible ratepayers will be randomly shortlisted by computer selection, using the City’s integrated rates database. 3. These 23 shortlisted ratepayers will be notified by mail and invited to attend the Rates Prize Draw Function on Wednesday 2 October 2019, held at the City of Stirling’s Reception Hall, 25 Cedric Street, Stirling.

4. Upon registering at the Rates Prize Draw function, the 23 shortlisted ratepayers will be asked to randomly select an envelope from a prize barrel. This will determine the order in which they are invited on stage to draw their prize. 5. Shortlisted ratepayers who do not attend the prize draw will receive the remaining prizes. 6. Prizes are not negotiable and may only be transferred in agreement with the sponsor. 7. Pictures are for promotional use only and may not be the actual item. 8. Details of terms and conditions for relating to specific prizes are available online at www.stirling.wa.gov.au/ratesprizedraw

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1. This is your payment reference.You should quote this number when you contact the council about your account or when you make a payment. 2. This is the individual number allocated to the property that this notice is related to. 3. This is the street address of the property that this notice is related to. 4. The Valuer General’s Office (VGO) estimates how much you could expect to receive if you were to rent out your property. This is known as the Gross Rental Value or GRV. If you object to this value please phone the VGO on (08) 9273 7373. 5. The period this notice covers. 6. This is the date the bill was produced. 7. The amount you have to pay and the due date if you choose to pay your rates in full. 8. The amount you have to pay and the due date if you choose to pay your rates in two instalments. The total amount payable is higher than payment options 1 and 2 as interest is charged for selecting to pay in two instalments. 9. The amount you have to pay and the due date if you choose to pay your rates in four instalments. The total amount payable is higher than with payment option 3 as more interest is charged for selecting to pay in four instalments. 10. This is the State Government Emergency Services Levy. This forms part of your total rates bill but it is not set or controlled by the City of Stirling. Please see the separate brochure produced by the state government for more information about this charge. 11. Depending on your property, you may be charged for the weekly collection of your recycling/rubbish bin, a pool inspection fee, a security charge, and residential and other rates. 12. States whether your property is subject to a pensioner/ senior discount. 13. Your tip passes and a free swim pass to either Stirling Leisure Centres Terry Tyzack Aquatic Centre Inglewood, Leisurepark Balga or Scarborough Beach Pool.

Your rates explained

Rate Notice 25 Cedric Street StirlingWA 6021 Telephone Payment Line 1300 661 144 Rates Enquiries (08) 9205 8555

Due Payment Reference No: 1234 5678 98

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ABN: 26 744 398 382

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PropertyNo.

PropertyAddress:

Lot 600 Omnis exeriost eumetur ad que nimagvidem

987654

LegalDescription:

Lot 600 Omnis exeriost eumetur ad que

Valuation -GRV 5333,000

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RatingYear

1/7/2015 - 30/6/2016

Name Street Suburb

Date Issued

25/7/2015

5 6 7 8

DateDue

22/8/2015

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$2323.81

FullAmountDue

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Rates and Charges Due (GST isnot included in thesecharges) Item Charge

Payment Options Option Due

Arrears Amount Due

Amount

Arrears Outstanding

Option 1 $1,112,323,323.81 ToenterPrizeDraw,payby3.00pmWSTon22/08/2014 Option 2 22/8/2014 $2,323.81 Option 3 Instalment 1 22/8/2014 $1,730.51 Instalment 2 7/11/2014 $600.00 (cost ofoption, including interest, is$6.70) Total $2,330.51 Option 4 Instalment 1 22/8/2014 $1,730.51 Instalment 2 7/11/2014 $303.00 Instalment3 9/1/2015 $303.00 Instalment4 13/3/2015 $303.00 (costofoption, including interest, is$6.70) Total $2,330.51 Toqualify for instalments, the ExactAmount shownas Instalment1on yourRateNoticemustbe received in onepaymentby 29August2018. 22/18/2014 Warning –Penalty interestwill be chargedon overdue amounts.Rates,waste, securityandpool inspection charges ata rate of 9per cent.EmergencyServicesLevy at a rate of11 per centasdirectedbyDepartmentofFire and EmergencyServices. Transactions recordedafter arenot included in the table on the left.

$1,131,131,131.51 $1,131,131,131.51

StandardWaste CollectionService

$300.93

1@$300.93

WeeklyCollectionCharge WasteCollection Service UpgradedBin WasteCollection Service AdditionalBin SwimmingPool InspectionFee Emergency Services LevyCat 1Residential Residential& OtherRates

$100.00

1@$100.00

9

$75.00

1@$75.00

10

$230.00

20787387@$1.12

$1,131.51

20540@$4.39

SeeenclosedNewsletter for information SecurityService Charge 1@$35.00

$35.00

Emergency Services

$20.00

LevyCat1PenaltyCharge Penalty Interest

$35.00

SubTotal

$2,323.81

Rates&Charges Paid inAdvance StateGovernment Rebate

-$187.50

Wouldyou like to receiveyour future ratesmailviaemail? Registernow foreRatesat www.stirling.wa.gov.au/erates

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-$287.46

This is yourPensioner/SeniorsDiscount Total

$2,323.81

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See over for information

Valid1August2019 to31July2020 Visitwww.stirling.wa.gov.au for further information

Fridge Pass Valid1August2019 to31July2020 Visitwww.stirling.wa.gov.au for further information

Visitwww.stirling.wa.gov.au for further information

tiles & concrete pass Valid1August2019 to31July2020

Visitwww.stirling.wa.gov.au for further information

waste pass Valid1August2019 to31July2020

Visitwww.stirling.wa.gov.au for further information

Clean green waste pass Valid1August2019 to31July2020

Mattress pass

Clean sand, bricks, roof

Household mixed

Payment Methods

Payment Reference Number

Telephone Use theCity’sTelephonePayment Line 1300661 144 tomake a credit card payment (VisaandMasterCardonly, limit of$100,000).

Online

BPAY

BPAY No: 5231 Call your financial institutionor visit theirwebsite tomake apayment from yournominatedbank account. BillerCode:5231 PaymentReferenceNumber:

Access theCity ofStirling’swebsite www.stirling.wa.gov.au/rates and click ‘Online payment facility’.Acceptable cards:MasterCard or Visa.Credit card transaction limitof $100,000.

Billpay

By Post

In person

Paymentcanbemadebycash,cheque,EFTPOS (different limitsapplyper transaction)orcreditcard (VisaandMasterCardonly, limitof$100,000). Complete the remittanceslipon thebackof this noticeandpayat: CityofStirlingAdministrationCentre 8.30am to5.00pm,Monday toFriday. AllStirlingLibraries (EFTPOSpaymentsonly) 9.00am to4.30pm,Monday toFriday. Visitwww.stirling.wa.gov.au/findmylibrary for locations.

Payment can bemade by presenting thisRate Notice intact at anyAustraliaPostOffice.Please note thatAustraliaPostwill not accept credit card payments. Cash,chequeordebit cardonly.

Topaybypost, complete thePaymentbyPostor inPerson remittance slipon thebackof thisRate Noticeandpostwith your cheque to: POBox1533 OsborneParkWA6916 Chequesmadepayable to theCityofStirling.

TelephonePaymentLine 1300 661144 | RatesEnquiries (08)92058555

How your rates are calculated Rates are calculated on the Gross Rental Value (GRV) for residential, commercial, industrial and other developed properties. The GRV is the estimated yearly rental value of your property and is worked out on the basis that the rental includes outgoings such as rates and other property expenses. These GRVs are provided to the City by Valuer General’s Office. The average residential GRV is $21,944. Which equals to a rental amount of $422 per week ($422 x 52 = $21,944). The City then sets a rate in the dollar, which means your rates are calculated as a percentage of the assessed value

of your property. The 2019/20 rate in the dollar has been set at 5.0117 cents, an increase of 0.9%. Using the GRV from the previous example, the rates calculation would be 21,944 x 0.050117 = $1,099.77. The City also has a minimum rate payment of $853, an increase of 0.9% (rounded to the nearest dollar). Please direct any questions or queries specifically regarding your GRV to Landgate. Property owners do have the right to appeal their GRV with

www.landgate.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9273 7373. What is the percentage change in the charges for 2019/20 Emergency Services Levy – State Governement charge not controlled by the City

2.4%

0.9%

Rates

No change

Pool inspection

No change

Security Service

the Valuer General’s office (witin 60 days issue of the rate notice). Contact details for Landgate are

1.45%

Standard waste service

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City Services

Tip passes Your tip passes have been printed on your Rate Notice. Please be advised that tip passes will not be replaced if lost.

Holiday Watch Did you know the City provides a holiday watch security service? You can request extra patrols of your property for added peace of mind when you are away. Make sure your request is submitted at least two weeks before you leave. Visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/holidaywatch to submit your request.

Clean green waste pass

Valid 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2020 Visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au for further information

Household mixed waste pass Valid 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2020 Visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au for further information

Illegal dumping The City’s waste education team has been rolling out an educational campaign about illegal dumping. This is to show residents how they can dispose of items for free within the City in an effort to minimise illegal dumping. Illegal dumping is unsightly and can reduce property value. It can also be harmful to animals and people nearby. The City would like to thank the community for their

Clean sand, bricks, roof tiles & concrete pass Valid 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2020 Visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au for further information

areas and what we can do to minimise illegal dumping. Local Government Elections Local Government Elections will be held on Saturday, 19 October 2019. This year, for the first time, electors will be given the chance to vote for their Mayor in addition to their ward Councilor. To find out more information about enrolling to vote or nominating to become an Elected Member please visit: www.stirling.wa.gov.au/election2019

Fridge Pass Valid 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2020 Visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au for further information

efforts in looking out for and reporting illegal dumping.

Mattress pass Valid 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2020 Visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au for further information

We’ve seen an increase in reporting which helps us to identify problem

Annual fire safety and firebreak property requirements All land owners and residents within the City must ensure their properties comply with the City’s requirements for the upcoming fire season. For land area less than 2,000m 2 : Slash/mow all grass to a height no greater than five centimetres and remove all flammable material. Land area greater than 2,000m 2 : Install a continuous three metre wide firebreak, clear of all flammable material, around all structures and along all external boundaries of the land. Required works must be completed before 30 November and maintained until 31 March each year. If your property does not meet the firebreak requirements, you may be issued with a $250 fine and charged for any remedial works. For more information visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/firebreaks

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Waste update The City would like to thank you for your ongoing commitment to sorting your waste correctly, resulting in 54% of waste diversion from landfill. Our latest audits also show a significant decrease in the contamination of yellow-top recycling bins, reducing the amount of waste we send to landfill.

Collected 16,768 tonnes of green waste through your green-top bin

Collected 22,244 tonnes of recyclables through your yellow-top bin

Diverted 2,082 tonnes of material from landfill via our on-demand skip bin service diverted 54% of waste from landfill

Collected 15,669 mattresses equalling 629 tonnes

Collected 598 tonnes of e-waste

Pet Registrations Take advantage of discounted pet registration fees until 31 October. First time 1-year cat registrations are free and dogs that have never been registered before are eligible for 1-year registrations at half-price. Registration forms are available at www.stirling.wa.gov.au/petregistration Youth Development The City of Stirling is excited to have a newly formed Youth Development Team! The team is busy working on four focus areas: • Engagement, Information & Support • Leadership & Civic Participation • Youth-Friendly Communities • Inclusion & Diversity Watch this space! Contact us on (08) 9205 8567 or send us an email to youth@stirling.wa.gov.au

Collected 297 tonnes of

Collected 491 tonnes of whitegoods

Collected 1,849 kg of batteries from our schools

household hazardous waste

When you live in a green community everyone benefits including birds and our wildlife. Visit www.stirling.wa.gov. au/streettrees for more information. Have you registered for your free trees? The City is now offering up to two free trees for your garden! With a variety of species available, don’t miss your chance to help shade and cool your home and create a greener more liveable City. To register for your trees, visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/ livinggreen or phone (08) 9205 8555.

Street Trees Trees are nature’s air conditioner. They purify the air and cool it by several degrees. Trees can save you money reducing your heating and cooling bills by up to 15% every year. Living on a beautiful tree-lined street is a great investment and adds over $16,000 to the value of your home, they encourage healthy lifestyles as they entice you and your family outdoors, where you can connect and enjoy nature.

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Administration Centre: 25 Cedric Street Stirling WA 6021 | Telephone (08) 9205 8555 | Facsimile (08) 9345 8822 | www.stirling.wa.gov.au Opening hours: 8.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday | Email: stirling@stirling.wa.gov.au

Your Councillors and their Contact Details

Mayor Councillor Mark Irwin Ph: 9205 8502 mark.irwin@stirling.wa.gov.au Deputy Mayor Councillor David Lagan Ph: 0408 068 597 david.lagan@stirling.wa.gov.au Councillor David Boothman JP Ph: 0419 047 224 david.boothman@stirling.wa.gov.au

Coastal Ward Doubleview* Karrinyup* North Beach Dianella* Inglewood Yokine* Balga Ward Balga Dianella* Mirrabooka Churchlands Doubleview* Innaloo Lawley Ward Coolbinia Dianella* Nollamara* Osborne Ward Balcatta* Glendalough Joondanna Inglewood Ward Doubleview Ward

Councillor Karen Caddy Ph: 0419 477 757 karen.caddy@stirling.wa.gov.au

Scarborough Trigg Watermans Bay

Councillor Bianca Sandri Ph: 0439 185 175 bianca.sandri@stirling.wa.gov.au

Councillor Keith Sargent Ph: 0402 202 149 keith.sargent@stirling.wa.gov.au

Nollamara* Westminster

Councillor Stephanie Proud JP Ph: 0411 070 793 stephanie.proud@stirling.wa.gov.au

Councillor Elizabeth Re Ph: 0419 913 988 elizabeth.re@stirling.wa.gov.au Councillor Suzanne Migdale Ph: 0429 469 660 suzanne.migdale@stirling.wa.gov. au Councillor Adam Spagnolo Ph: 0447 235 217 adam.spagnolo@stirling.wa.gov.au

Wembley Wembley Downs Woodlands

Councillor Joe Ferrante Ph: 0418 891 274 joe.ferrante@stirling.wa.gov.au

Menora Mt Lawley Yokine*

Councillor Giovanni Italiano JP Ph: 0419 240 655 giovanni.italiano@stirling.wa.gov.au

Osborne Park Stirling* Tuart Hill

Hamersley Ward

Councillor Karlo Perkov Ph: 0447 904 714 karlo.perkov@stirling.wa.gov.au

Balcatta* Carine Gwelup

Hamersley Karrinyup* Stirling*

www.stirling.wa.gov.au

* These suburbs are located in multiple wards.