Council Briefing - 14 Jul 2026 6:00 PM

Topics

• Vincent adopts new framework for local traffic management
  Council adopted a new Local Area Traffic Management policy, setting the framework for how traffic-calming and neighbourhood traffic issues will be assessed and addressed.
  The policy may shape future traffic investigations, resident consultation and neighbourhood road treatments.
• Vincent prepares for possible H5N1 wildlife outbreak and carcass response
  The City has outlined escalating response costs and operational pressures if H5N1 avian influenza causes significant wildlife deaths.
  Residents may receive new public messaging or signage, while carcass collection and disposal arrangements could affect services and budgets during an outbreak.
• Vincent opens consultation on revised CCTV policy
  Council approved proposed changes to its CCTV policy for public consultation, potentially changing the rules governing the City’s use of surveillance cameras.
  Residents and businesses may want to comment on surveillance governance, privacy expectations and how CCTV is managed.

Decisions

• Local Area Traffic Management policy adopted
  Council adopted the Local Area Traffic Management Policy at Attachment 1.
  This establishes the City’s policy framework for managing local traffic issues and neighbourhood traffic treatments.
• H5N1 preparedness update noted
  Council noted the City’s preparedness for an H5N1 avian influenza outbreak.
  The City has planned communications, carcass disposal and operational responses that may be activated if wildlife deaths increase.
• CCTV policy changes approved for consultation
  Council approved proposed amendments to the CCTV Policy for community consultation, replacing the existing policy.
  Residents and other stakeholders will have an opportunity to comment on the revised CCTV rules.
• CEO performance review consultant appointed
  Council appointed Natalie Lincolne from Incredible People Pty Ltd to assist with the CEO performance reviews for 2025/26 and 2026/27.
  The appointment supports the City’s formal CEO accountability process.
• Mount Claremont depot lease put to public notice
  Council approved public notice and submissions for the proposed lease of part of 11 John XXIII Avenue, Mount Claremont, to Diamond Hire Pty Ltd at $228,000 per annum plus GST, subject to the stated terms.
  The lease is not yet final and will be subject to public submissions under the Local Government Act.
• Property Management Policy amendments approved for consultation
  Council approved proposed amendments to the Property Management Policy for community consultation.
  The public can comment on changes to the policy governing City property and leases.

Discussion

• H5N1 avian influenza preparedness
  Council noted the City’s preparedness for a possible H5N1 avian influenza outbreak. Response arrangements may involve signage, carcass disposal, inspections, additional staffing and indicative costs from approximately $50,000 to $200,000 depending on the scale of wildlife deaths.
  Residents may receive health and safety information and guidance about reporting or handling bird carcasses if an outbreak occurs.
• Local Area Traffic Management policy
  Council adopted the Local Area Traffic Management Policy after considering survey analysis.
  The policy will guide how local traffic concerns and possible traffic treatments are assessed.
• CCTV policy review
  Council approved proposed amendments to the CCTV Policy for community consultation.
  Residents can have input on the City’s surveillance-camera governance and privacy settings.
• Mount Claremont depot lease
  Council approved public notice and submissions for a proposed lease at 11 John XXIII Avenue, Mount Claremont, for depot purposes.
  The proposed commercial use and lease of City-related property will be open to public comment before a final decision.
• CEO performance review consultant
  Council appointed Natalie Lincolne of Incredible People Pty Ltd to assist with the CEO performance reviews for 2025/26 and 2026/27.
  The consultant will support the formal review of the City’s chief executive.
• Perth Parking Levy request
  The City sent the Transport Minister a request to use Perth Parking Levy funds for pedestrian and public transport improvements in Vincent.
  The request may support future walking and public transport improvements, although no funding commitment is recorded.

Impacts

• A new policy will guide the City’s handling of local traffic-management issues.
• The City has prepared possible communications, carcass disposal and service responses for an H5N1 wildlife outbreak, with indicative costs depending on severity.
• Residents and stakeholders will be able to comment on proposed CCTV policy changes.
• The proposed Mount Claremont depot lease will be open to public submissions before any final lease decision.
• A request for Perth Parking Levy funding could support future pedestrian and public transport improvements, but funding has not been secured.

Places

• City of Vincent (local government area)
  Local Area Traffic Management policy applies across the City of Vincent
• John XXIII Avenue, Mount Claremont (road and project site)
  Proposed depot lease
• Angove Street, North Perth (road and development site)
  State Administrative Tribunal matter concerning properties on Angove Street
• St Albans Avenue, Highgate (road and development site)
  State Administrative Tribunal matter concerning a rear landowner intervention
• Leederville (suburb)
  Proposed major land transaction listed in the agenda
• Vincent Street, Mount Lawley (road and development site)
  Grouped dwelling amendment application listed in the agenda

Next

• Advertise the proposed CCTV Policy amendments and invite community feedback.
  Following Council approval; consultation period not specified in the extract.
• Advertise the proposed Mount Claremont depot lease and invite submissions under section 3.58(3) of the Local Government Act 1995.
  Following Council approval; timing not specified in the extract.
• Consult the community on amendments to the Property Management Policy.
  Following Council approval; timing not specified in the extract.
• Await a response from the Minister for Transport to the request concerning Perth Parking Levy funds.
  After the letter sent on 14 July 2026.
• Attend the State Administrative Tribunal directions hearing for 11 St Albans Avenue, Highgate.
  31 July 2026.

Extract

NOTES Council Briefing 14 July 2026 Table of Contents 1 Declaration of Opening / Acknowledgement of Country .................................................................... 3 2 Apologies / Members on Approved Leave of Absence ...................................................................... 3 3 Public Question Time and Receiving of Public Statements .............................................................. 4 4 Declarations of Interest ......................................................................................................................... 4 Reports With Discussion .....................................................................................................