Updates

Development Update

In March 2019 Council shortlisted developers to move through to Stage 2 of the process, which requires the developers to provide detailed proposals for consideration by Council. Selection of a preferred development partner is anticipated by the end of 2019. Negotiations with the selected developer may continue into early 2020. Council is committed to delivering a fiscally responsible, timely development that delivers public value.

Activation Update

In May 2018, the City of Adelaide consulted with the community to hear their aspirations for the short-term activation and long-term development of 88 O’Connell Street. The comments received indicated a strong desire to see the site activated in the short term. Since April 2018, Council has run a successful event and activation program.

Most recently the Wild Goblin Garden ran during the April school holidays and was enjoyed by over 2,000 families.

Council also supported the North Adelaide Rare & Classic Show in April by creating a fun and exciting kids activation zone, as well as managed attendee car parking on the site. Over 3,000 people enjoyed the kids’ zone over the afternoon.

Eighty-Eight O’Connell is currently celebrating History Festival by sharing some stories of North Adelaide through a display of giant books.

As work continues to select a development partner to undertake the long-term development of the site, Council is re-evaluating how short-term activations are delivered onsite, in particular, ways in which the site could be activated more often.

The City of Adelaide is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI’s) from parties that can create an activation program at 88 O’Connell Street for a period of up to two years. The offering should seek to bring people together, facilitate community connections and contribute to economic vitality. Click here for more information.

The EOI has opened today 23 May and closes 5pm, Friday 14 June.

In addition, Council is currently investigating a number of parking options for the site and will continue to provide further updates on the development, activation EOI and parking.

To stay up to date with events and activities happening at Eighty Eight O’Connell, follow the City of Adelaide on Facebook.

We truly appreciate you being a part of our online community and helping us shape our city with your input. We would like to thank you by giving you the opportunity to enter the draw for regular giveaways through this newsletter. See details at the end.

LIVE PROJECTS

Resident Survey​: Residents, we need your help to shape our services to better meet your needs. You have just over a week to share your experience of living in the city by filling in the2019 Resident Survey. Complete the survey by 5pm Tuesday 18 June for an opportunity to win one of ten $50 debit cards - click here for competition details.

North Adelaide Parking Changes: Following extensive consultation with the community, Council recently endorsed a range of parking control changes across North Adelaide. These include the introduction of time-limited parking controls in existing ten-hour parking (10P) bays and approximately half of all unrestricted parking areas in North Adelaide effective from 1 July, 2019.

These changes will be supported by a 12-month trial of an additional category of residential parking permit in North Adelaide. To find out more and for an opportunity to provide feedback on the trial please click here.

Review of Order Making Policy: The Order Making Policy enables Council to take measures to protect its area from hazards and to improve the amenity of the City. View the draft policy and provide any comments by Thursday 20 June by clicking here.

Eighty Eight O'Connell: Activation Program EOI : The call for Expressions of Interest for an activation program at Eighty Eight O'Connell Street is open until 14 June, 2019. The offering/program should seek to bring people together, to facilitate community connections, economic vitality and public/community involvement. See here for further details.

City Works Permit: An application has been received to close a short section of Franklin Street from 21-23 June, 2019 to enable the removal of a tower crane on Post Office Place. Further details are available by clicking here. Comments must be received by 19 June, 2019.

Brown Hill Keswick Creek Stormwater Project: Brown Hill, Keswick, Glen Osmond and Park Lands Creeks are important drainage watercourses in metropolitan Adelaide. This is a collaborative undertaking between the catchment councils to develop and implement a Stormwater Management Plan (SMP). Head to their page to have your say.

COMPLETED PROJECTS

Draft 2019-2020 Integrated Business Plan (IBP): Consultation on the draft 2019-2020 IBP closed on 29 May, 2019. Submissions are currently being considered prior to adoption of the final 2019-20 Integrated Business Plan at the Council Meeting on 25 June, 2019.

GIVEAWAY

City of Adelaide is a Festival Partner of the Adelaide Festival Centre’s Cabaret Festival. We've got some tickets for you right now!

Click here to enter the draw and good luck,

Jane, Barbara, Ian & Michele

Community Engagement Team

DRAFT CITY BUDGET TO DRIVE GROWTH

Councillors endorsed the draft budget on Tuesday 30 April 2019, which will freeze the rate in the dollar for a fifth consecutive year.

A renewed focus on main streets, city businesses growth, street greening, and unique experiences and activations form the centrepiece of the City of Adelaide’s draft 2019-20 Integrated Business Plan.

Click here to read the media release.

Watch the Feeling Hot Hot Hot! event day videos by heading to the project page.

Or click here to watch the short version.