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INFRASTRUCTURE & SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA 1 MARCH 2016
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INFRASTRUCTURE & SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA 1 MARCH 2016
scheme and is currently used for carparking. It is
agreed that the maximum amount of open
space should be provided as well as parking and
these issues are to be considered further in the
review to ensure the necessary balance is
achieved. Consequently, there has been a
reduction in the parking at Rufous Street while
increasing the amount of open space at this
location.
Concern that there is not sufficient need for the | An Economic Needs Analysis Report has been
additional office/business space and this apart of | prepared that states that Digital Hubs are the
the Master Plan shouldn't be provided. next generation of co-working spaces for
regional areas, adjusted to meet local demand,
build relationships and achieve maximum global
exposure.
In the Peregian Beach locality there is no such
facility and there is an increasing population in
this catchment area. This means that there is
significant community benefit in providing high
speed cutting edge infrastructure for which
there is a current and growing need.
Excited about the proposed IT/Business Hub and | The Economic Needs Analysis Report provides
the council efforts to increase employment and | that there is a significant need for the proposed
provide good quality infrastructure, but am | Digital Hub along with some current demand.
concerned that these plans are not commercial | One of the submissions received from a
tested. reputable local business has indicated an
eagerness to grow the business and secure the
use of a significant portion of the new building.
Further, a portion of the building will provide
space for start up enterprises that have a
networking opportunity, which will provide
significant community benefit to the local
economy.
The construction of the of a Digital Hub will | The comments provided are supported. The
attract further business start-ups = and | Economic Needs Analysis Report provided states
entrepreneurs and will provide Noosa with a | that small businesses can work from this flexible
more robust and diversified economy. and shared workspace for a monthly fee,
together with established high growth
businesses located in longer term office spaces.
These shared services amplify connection and
innovation, providing opportunities for ideas to
flourish and businesses growth.
The Master Plan strikes a balance between | Striking the necessary balance while having
community recreation and ICT business needs. regard to the various needs of all members of
the community is challenging, but itis
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