2019-02-12 Attachment 1 to Item 3 - Stormwater Infrastructure Asset Management Plan

       Stormwater Infrastructure Asset Management Objectives
The AM objectives detailed in the AMP include:
•    A consolidated asset register that identifies:
     o     Asset description;
     o     Asset condition;
     o     Useful life and renewal dates; and
     o     Replacement costs.
•    The levels of service provided by Stormwater Infrastructure to the Noosa Community;
•    Current and future maintenance expenditure;
•    Identifying any future demand forecasts for the Stormwater Infrastructure;
•    Identifying any legislative considerations necessary in the management of the Stormwater
     Infrastructure;
•    Documenting the financial forecasts for the Stormwater Infrastructure;
•    Identifying all risks and opportunities related to management of the Stormwater Infrastructure;
     and
•    Documentation of any future actions identified to improve the asset management objectives of
     the Stormwater Infrastructure.

       Levels of Service
The levels of service that are currently being maintained for Council’s Stormwater Infrastructure are
aligned to the Corporate Plan and Branch Plan objectives. The continuous development and
implementation of the asset management objectives that include good asset governance and asset
knowledge are also aligned to the Corporate Plan objectives. The service delivery is provided
internally with external specialists and technical consultants engaged as required.

Any changes in the levels of service to the Stormwater Infrastructure will be required to demonstrate
the benefit and be approved by Council. Changes in levels of service should be addressed through
the asset management governance framework prior to the approval by Council.


       Legislative, Standards & Guidelines
The legislative, Standards and guidelines relative to Stormwater Infrastructure are:
•     Queensland Urban Drainage Manual (QUDM) – 4th Edition
•     AP-23/94 Waterway Design: A Guide to the Hydraulic Design of Stormwater Infrastructure,
      Culverts & Floodways.
•     IPWEA Standards
•     RPEQ Certification


       Current Levels of Service
The current levels of service for stormwater infrastructure include the provision and maintenance of
a stormwater drainage network and other measures to minimise impacts to the road transport
network, private property and the environment. Council’s Stormwater Infrastructure assets are
designed and constructed in accordance to the Queensland Urban Design Manual (QUDM) and
determines the levels of service. The overall management of Council’s Stormwater Infrastructure are
in accordance with the QUDM Guidelines and the various Australian Standards that support the
specific asset types of the Stormwater Infrastructure.



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