1 Docklands Community Forum Public Meeting 26 September 2012

2 DOCKLANDS COMMUNITY FORUM Agenda Item #2: JOURNEY TO NOW Initial proposal presented to Docklands Coordination Committee meeting and attending community members Community feedback and further research results in a revised DCF structure Revised structure and Expression of Interest process promoted on-line, in print and through known networks Initial DCF structureRevised DCF structureEOI period 20 March 2012April and May June – 16 July 2012 DCC Endorsement DCF Representative Group members endorsed by the Docklands Coordination Committee 21 August 2012 First meeting of the Docklands Community Forum Initial meeting of members of the Docklands Community Forum Representative Group Inaugural DCFInitial meeting 26 September September 2012

3 Feedback from DCC attendees (20 March 2012) Revised structure Representation:Preference for a committee structure =Open public forum supported by a Representative Group Frequency:Five meetings per year=Meeting every second month for the first year Access:Desire to access the Docklands Steering Group (DSG) =Representatives from Representative Group attend and present to first 15 minutes of DSG meeting Scope:Input into all levels of decision making is sought =Representative Group determine scope of DCF with City of Melbourne and Places Victoria Process:Should be transparent, inclusive and provide ample and timely information =Built into Terms of Reference eg: capacity building with groups previously not represented at other Docklands engagement activities Communication:More communication on projects and developments, and DCF is communicated through a variety of channels =Built into determination of scope and DCF communication program eg: agenda to include development update from Places Victoria DOCKLANDS COMMUNITY FORUM SUMMARY OF RESPONSE TO COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

4 You all have a great deal of passion and knowledge for Docklands You have a variety of different experiences and perspectives You are keen to work together for the betterment of the whole of the Docklands area in addition to your own personal areas of interest You are keen to listen, learn from each other and make constructive contributions DOCKLANDS COMMUNITY FORUM WHAT YOU TAUGHT US

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6 Agenda item #4: Docklands Steering Group update Simon Wilson (General Manager City West, Places Victoria) Rob Adams (Director City Design, City of Melbourne)

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11 The vision, as identified in the Docklands Community and Place Plan, sets out three important themes: 1 Capturing the essence of Melbourne in the Docklands experience 2 Creating a 21 st century city 3 Embracing Melbourne’s urban waterfront DOCKLANDS PUBLIC REALM PLAN

12 Key guiding principles: DOCKLANDS PUBLIC REALM PLAN Diversity of useA choice of journeys, experiences and activities Identity of placeAn authentic part of Melbourne SustainabilityMinimise uptake of natural resources Interfaces Positive addresses to streets, waterfronts and public spaces AmenityHigh standard of comfort and convenience Community Genuine community participation in the design and use of the public realm ConnectivityExcellent links within Docklands and to surrounding areas

13 Purpose of the Plan: DOCKLANDS PUBLIC REALM PLAN Provide a strategic companion document to the Docklands Design and Construction Standards for Public Infrastructure Works (City of Melbourne 2012). Outline the value of the public realm. Provide an overview of challenges and opportunities in the Docklands context. Provide clarity to developers, designers and government regarding long-term strategies, principles and guidelines for the design and programming of public streets and spaces. Demonstrate how design principles may be applied to streets and spaces. Provide briefing notes for the design of key public spaces. Provide a checklist of design principles. Identify future projects for public spaces and streets.

14 Key spatial strategies: DOCKLANDS PUBLIC REALM PLAN 1 Three memorable waterfronts: harbour, river, creek 2 A network of diverse public spaces for many people 3 Seamless connection with Melbourne promenades, streets, lanes. 14

15 Victoria Green – sample brief DOCKLANDS PUBLIC REALM PLAN 15

16 Some current Docklands projects…

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OTHER DOCKLANDS PROJECTS Part of an $8M City of Melbourne budget commitment for 2012/13: Docklands Wayfinding Signage Parks Renewal Program – Docklands and new assets Docklands – Infrastructure renewal Pedestrian/bicycle link from West Melbourne to Docklands Northbank Promenade link (associated with Jim Stynes Bridge) Plus a range of smaller scale projects including completion of the Docklands Community Garden Shelter and the Multipurpose Court as well as supporting initiatives such as Alma Doepel restoration 24

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26 Agenda item #6: Initial meeting of DCF Representative Group Stephen Clement (Docklands Chamber of Commerce representative)

27 (Copies available at the door as you leave) Rules of engagement (eg: arrive on time and be prepared) Media representatives for the DCF Membership turnover Meeting schedule… DOCKLANDS COMMUNITY FORUM TERMS OF REFERENCE

28 Confirmed meetings Initial meeting of DCF Representative Group members19 September 2012 Docklands Community Forum – meeting #126 September 2012 Docklands Community Forum – meeting #228 November 2012 Docklands Community Forum – meeting #330 January 2013 Docklands Community Forum – meeting #427 March 2013 Docklands Community Forum – meeting #529 May 2013 Docklands Community Forum – meeting #631 July 2013 Docklands Community Forum – meeting #725 September 2013 Docklands Community Forum – meeting #827 November 2013 DOCKLANDS COMMUNITY FORUM ENDORSED MEETING SCHEDULE

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30 Agenda item #8: Docklands development update Simon Wilson (General Manager City West, Places Victoria)

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