Held on Wednesday 4 September 2013
at Council Chambers, Bega commencing at 3.00 pm following the Extraordinary Meeting
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Present Cr Bill Taylor, Mayor Cr Russell Fitzpatrick, Deputy Mayor Cr Tony Allen Cr Michael Britten Cr Keith Hughes Cr Ann Mawhinney Cr Kristy McBain Cr Liz Seckold Cr Sharon Tapscott |
In Attendance Acting General Manager, Ms Leanne Barnes Group Manager Infrastructure, Waste and Water, Mr Wayne Sartori Group Manager Planning and Environment, Mr Andrew Woodley Acting Group Manager Community and Relationships, Mr Simon Schweitzer Business and Technology Manager, Mr Lucas Scarpin Workforce
and Administration, Manager Minute Secretary |
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159/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and Mawhinney That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 14 August 2013 as circulated, be taken as read and confirmed with an amendment on page 9 Questions for the Next Meeting, Item 19.2 which should read: 19.2 Main Street Merimbula - Old Mobil Site Cr Sharon Tapscott asked could a copy of the report that advised that the site was not suitable for people to traverse and required the area to be fenced off for public safety, be provided to Councillors. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
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3. Declarations
Pecuniary Interest
Cr McBain declared a pecuniary interest regarding Item 10.2 Creation of easement over land at Kiah on the basis that she is acting as a solicitor for one party involved in transaction. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr McBain for inclusion in the Register. Cr McBain advised she would depart the meeting room, taking no part in debate or voting on this item.
Non Pecuniary Interest
Cr Fitzpatrick declared a non-pecuniary interest regarding Item 11.3 Water Allocation to Sportsgrounds on the basis that he is Chairman of the Pambula Sporting Complex. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Fitzpatrick for inclusion in the Register. Cr Fitzpatrick advised he would remain in the meeting room but not vote.
Cr Fitzpatrick declared a non-pecuniary interest regarding Item 11.4 Sportsground and Recreational Facilities Improvement Fund - Project Allocations, on the basis that he is Chairman of the Pambula Sporting Complex. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Fitzpatrick for inclusion in the Register. Cr Fitzpatrick advised he would remain in the meeting room but not vote.
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160/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Hughes and Seckold That Standing Orders be suspended to allow the following persons to address Council: Regarding Planning and Environment Item 8.2 Clay Target Shooting Range · Mr Robert Tacheci on behalf of Four Winds Festival · Mr Glenn Butson · Ms Suzanne Foulkes · Mr Gary Pearse · Mr Neville Brady In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil Mr Tacheci addressed Council. RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and Hughes that Mr Tacheci be given an extension of 2 minutes to complete his address. Mr Tacheci completed his address responded to questions from Councillors. Mr Glenn Butson addressed Council. Ms Suzanne Foulkes addressed Council. RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Seckold and Mawhinney that Ms Foulkes be given an extension of 2 minutes to complete his address. Mr Gary Pearse addressed Council. Mr Neville Brady addressed Council responded to questions from Councillors. The Mayor thanked the speakers for their addresses. |
Cr McBain tabled a petition, containing 17 signatures, regarding provision of shade and waste services at the park located in Pacific Way, Tura Beach
There were no Mayoral Minutes.
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161/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Seckold and Mawhinney That the Ordinary meeting of the Council be adjourned for the purpose of dealing with staff reports to Standing Committees. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
3.42 pm The Ordinary meeting adjourned and formed in the committee.
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor Britten assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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8.1 |
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162/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and McBain That Council rescind all current Development Control Plans and adopt Bega Valley Development Control Plan 2013 subject to the following additional amendments; · Delete the reference to ‘to a minor extent’ in Clause 1.8 ‘Variations to requirements ‘ page 3 · Include the following reference at the end of the dot point to Clause 3.2.2.5; page 83 Refer to section 5.3 for further information · Amend the first line of Clause 5.8.5.1, page 158, to read; Council recognises the likely impacts of climate change · Delete the last paragraph to Clause 5.8.5.1, page159 · Amend the first line of Clause 5.10.2.2 dot point 6 , page172, to read; Each proposed lot in R2, R3 and RU5 zones where possible should have sufficient dimensions and · Delete the wording in Clause 5.12, page 180, and replace with ‘under review’ · Dot point 1 to Clause 6.4.2.2 , page 189, be amended to read; Residential subdivisions will be serviced with telecommunications and underground electricity reticulation and street lighting, all at no cost to Council. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
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8.2 |
Clay Target Shooting Range - Lot 101 DP1172182, Murrah River Road, via Bermagui - Request for Review of Determination of Section 96 Modification |
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The chairperson asked the Group Manager Planning and Environment if any new matters had been raised in the deputations to Council. Councillors were advised no new matter were raised in addresses however new matters were raised in the questions put by Cr Tapscott. |
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163/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and Seckold That Council defer the item for further report to Council. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
There were no Community and Relationship reports.
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor McBain assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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10.1 |
Classification of Council land at Verona as operational land |
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164/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Seckold That Council resolve under section 31(2) of the Local Government Act to classify the land at Lot 11 Deposited Plan 735675 at Verona as Operational land. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
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10.2 |
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3.42 pm |
Pecuniary Interest Cr McBain declared a pecuniary interest regarding Item 10.2 Creation of easement over land at Kiah on the basis that she is acting as a solicitor for one party involved in transaction. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr McBain for inclusion in the Register. Cr McBain advised she would depart the meeting room, taking no part in debate or voting on this item. Cr McBain left the chamber Cr Taylor took the chair in Cr McBain’s absence. |
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165/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Mawhinney That authority be given to the Mayor and/or General Manager to execute the necessary documents under Council seal as may be required. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
3.43 pm Cr McBain returned to the room and resumed the chair.
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10.3 |
Renew the Valley - economic and community development and opportunities with the creative industries sector |
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166/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and Seckold That Council support the establishment of the Renew the Valley model funded by salary savings with the program to commence in September 2013. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
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10.4 |
Eden Port Regional Development Australia Fund (RDAF)4 Project Update |
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167/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Mawhinney 1. That Council note the report and RDAF4 funding agreement. 2. That Council note the context of the Eden Port project and wharf activity. 3. That Council form a project control group, with Council representation of the Mayor as Chair, with state agencies and user representation to assist updating the project management plan and monitoring the progress and reporting of Eden Port waterside infrastructure. 4. That Council thank local members Dr Mike Kelly and Andrew Constance for their support and assistance in achieving the grant funding commitments. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor Fitzpatrick assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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11.1 |
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168/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen and Tapscott That Council note the advice of the Bega Valley Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 7 August 2013 and approve the following: Bus Zone – Merimbula Drive, Merimbula 1. That the bus zone on the southern side of Merimbula Drive, Merimbula be changed to the new times of 3.00am to 8.00am and 3.30pm to 5.30pm. 2. That the bus zone on the northern side of Merimbula Drive, Merimbula be changed to the new times of 7.00am to 12.00pm and 6.00pm to 12.00am. Pambula Bus Stop Relocation 1. That the attached plan for the Pambula Bus Stop relocation be approved. 2. That one-way traffic flow be established in the car park. 3. That the remaining car parking spaces be unrestricted all day parking but they be monitored and reviewed. Temporary Road Closures for Filming in Candelo – 1-7 October 2013 1. That, subject to conditions, one lane of Sharpe Street, Candelo be temporarily closed between the intersections of Eden Street and Panbula Street as required for the filming of feature film “Life Class” between Tuesday, 1 October 2013 and Monday, 7 October 2013. 2. That, subject to conditions, Eden Street, Candelo be temporarily closed between the intersections of Sharpe Street and Kingstons Lane as required for the filming of feature film “Life Class” between Tuesday, 1 October 2013 and Monday, 7 October 2013. 3. That the proposed traffic arrangements involving the temporary closure of Sharpe Street and Eden Street, Candelo for the filming of feature film “Life Class” between Tuesday, 1 October 2013 and Monday, 7 October 2013, be deemed a Class 2 special event and it be conducted under an approved Traffic Control Plan, in accordance with the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) Traffic Control Manual. 4. That persons involved in the preparation and implementation of the Traffic Control Plan must hold the appropriate RMS accreditation. 5. That organisers fully implement an approved Special Event Transport Management Plan. 6. That organisers have approved public liability insurance of at least $20 million indemnifying Council, Police and Roads and Maritime Services by name for the event. 7. That organisers have written Police approval prior to conducting the event. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
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169/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Seckold That Council note the advice provided in the report to Council of 4 September 2013, that Council resolution 128/13 from 3 July 2013: 1. That Council exercise its option to renew the lease agreement for a further two years with the owners of Lot 21 DP 785968 at Snowy Mountains Highway, Bega for the use of a section of that land for the purpose of a RFS State Mitigation Support Service. 2. That the Mayor and General Manager be authorised to execute the necessary documents. no longer needs to be actioned. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
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Non Pecuniary InterestCr Fitzpatrick declared a non-pecuniary interest regarding Item 11.3 Water Allocation to Sportsgrounds on the basis that he is Chairman of the Pambula Sporting Complex. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Fitzpatrick for inclusion in the Register. Cr Fitzpatrick advised he would remain in the meeting room but not vote. Cr Taylor took the chair for this item. |
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170/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Mawhinney 1. That Council allocate a fixed ‘free’ volume of water as per the table set out below and based on the weighted average usage over the past three years, at George Brown Oval, Pambula Sports Complex, Berrambool Oval, Lawrence Park and Dickinson Park2. Any requests for an increase above the allocated amount be supported with a Water Usage Plan endorsed by a professionally qualified expert in the maintenance of sporting fields. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen and Britten Against: Nil DECLARED BUT DID NOT VOTE: Cr Fitzpatrick
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Sporting Oval |
Current average Kl/Ha = mm/m2 |
Proposed Kl/Ha = mm/m2 |
Proposed Water Allocation KL/PA |
Proposed equivalent Water Allocation |
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George Brown Sporting Complex |
207mm |
247mm |
3,705 |
$9,003 |
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Dickinson Park |
160mm |
247mm |
3,730 |
$9,064 |
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Pambula Beach Sporting Complex |
417mm |
247mm |
5,335 |
$12,964 |
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Berrambool Sporting Complex |
121.6mm |
247mm |
8,175 |
$19,865 |
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Lawrence Park |
445mm |
247mm |
2,964 |
$7,202 |
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23,909 |
$58,098.00 |
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11.4 |
Sportsground and Recreational Facilities Improvement Fund - Project Allocations |
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Non Pecuniary InterestCr Fitzpatrick declared a non-pecuniary interest regarding Item 11.4 Sportsground and Recreational Facilities Improvement Fund - Project Allocations, on the basis that he is Chairman of the Pambula Sporting Complex. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Fitzpatrick for inclusion in the Register. Cr Fitzpatrick advised he would remain in the meeting room but not vote. Cr Taylor took the chair for this item. |
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171/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and Allen 1. That Council authorise expenditure to a maximum of $256,688.30 from the Sportsground and Recreation Facilities Improvement Fund towards the cost of the following five priority projects, conditional on the endorsement of an acceptable project plan by the Council’s Group Manager Infrastructure, Waste and Water:
2. That Council note the procedures in relation to preparation, assessment and undertaking of projects considered by the Recreation and Community Access Funding Committee. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen and Britten Against: Nil DECLARED BUT DID NOT VOTE: Cr Fitzpatrick
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In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor Mahwhinney assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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172/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Tapscott 1. That Council endorses staff to seek tenders from recruitment providers in accordance to Council’s procurement processes. 2. That Council approves the expenditure to engage the successful tender provider. 3. That Council resolve that the composition of the selection panel for the recruitment process be: · Appoint not less than the minimum number required by the Division of Local Government (DLG) Guidelines for the Recruitment and Appointment of General Managers. · That all Councillors be invited to participate 4. That a further report be presented to Council following closing of the expression of interest for recruitment providers. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
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173/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Fitzpatrick and Tapscott 1. That Council note the resolutions of the Southern Councils Group Board Meeting held on 19 July 2013. 2. That Council the Acting General Manager to approach Southern Council’s Group for approval to include their minutes in Bega Valley Shire Council’s business papers. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
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A motion was moved by Cr Tapscott and Cr Britten 1. That the Bega Valley Shire Council Draft Communications Strategy be adopted. 2. That the General Manager work with staff to engage a company with expertise in communications to prepare a strategy for broader engagement and a detailed action plan for community input opportunities. 3. That a clear and concise outline of how Bega Valley Shire Council presents and receives information and advice, be developed for circulation and publication on our website. A motion was foreshadowed by Cr Seckold That the Bega Valley Shire Council Draft Communications Strategy be adopted. The motion was put to the vote and it was CARRIED |
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174/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and Britten 1. That the Bega Valley Shire Council Draft Communications Strategy be adopted. 2. That the General Manager work with staff to engage a company with expertise in communications to prepare a strategy for broader engagement and a detailed action plan for community input opportunities. 3. That a clear and concise outline of how Bega Valley Shire Council presents and receives information and advice, be developed for circulation and publication on our website. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Cr Seckold |
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175/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Fitzpatrick and Tapscott 1. That Council revoke the policies listed below and that those policies listed for revocation be captured at the procedural level and incorporated under the relevant policy document: Revoke policies: · Social Planning · Ageing and Disability · Children’s Services · Cultural Planning · Library Services · Gallery · Major Projects · Natural Heritage · Environment Levy · Liquid Trade Waste · Signs · Sewer Services · Return to Work · Grant Funding · Media and Communications · Occupational Health & Safety 2. That Council adopt the policies listed below: Adopt ‘Liveable Place’ policies: · 1.01 Health and Community Wellbeing · 1.02 Inclusive communities · 1.03 Arts and Culture · 1.04 Community and Learning · 1.05 Families and Children · 1.06 Volunteers · 1.07 Cemeteries · 1.08 Cultural Diversity Adopt ‘Enterprising Place’ policies: · 2.01 Public Private Partnerships · 2.02 Business Incentives · 2.03 Festivals and Events · 2.04 Tourism · 2.05 Live, Work, Invest · 2.06 Film and Video · 2.07 Digital Economy · 2.08 Traditional Industries Adopt ‘Sustainable Place’ policies: · 3.01 Development Administration · 3.02 Lands under Council jurisdiction · 3.03 On-Site Sewage Management · 3.04 Environment Management · 3.05 Public Regulation · 3.06 Companion Animal Management · 3.07 Enforcement and Compliance · 3.08 Soil and Water Management · 3.09 Weed Management · 3.10 Environmental Sustainability for Council operations · 3.11 Pesticide Use · 3.12 Climate Change · 3.13 Asbestos Management · 3.14 Character and Amenity Adopt ‘Accessible Place’ policies · 4.01 Asset Management · 4.02 Private Works · 4.03 Public Reserve Management · 4.04 Roads · 4.05 Signage · 4.06 Sewerage Services · 4.07 Drinking Water Supply · 4.08 Waste Services Adopt ‘Leading Organisation’ policies · 5.01 Governance · 5.02 Behaviour of Councillor and Staff · 5.03 Risk Management and Insurance · 5.04 Conditions of Employment · 5.05 Work Health & Safety · 5.06 Financial Management · 5.07 Investments · 5.08 Procurement of Assets and Services · 5.09 Information Technology · 5.10 Communications · 5.11 Records Management · 5.12 Access to Information · 5.13 Customer Service · 5.14 Use of Company Seal · 5.15 Request for Assistance · 5.16 Interstate and Overseas Travel · 5.17 Community Engagement · 5.18 Integrated Planning and Reporting 3. That a further report be presented to Council regarding policy 1.09 Cost of Living – Seniors. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Cr Hughes |
4.16 pm The Ordinary Meeting was reconvened.
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176/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Mawhinney That all motions recorded in the Standing Committees, including votes for and against, be adopted in and by the Ordinary Council Meeting. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Allen, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Nil |
Cr Seckold – South East Arts Board Meeting 29 August 2013
Cr Seckold thanked those Councillors who attended the last SEA board meeting and presentation by Mr John Blay. She reported that at that meeting the Board also discussed new polices, work schedules and brand development. The Board also received reports of its signature projects for the High Country and Cooma Monaro and the presentation of “Short and Sweet”.
SEA have received funding of $95,000 from the Office of Arts for an Aboriginal Creative and Cultural Engagement Officer position which will be filled shortly.
The next SEA Board meeting will be held in Canberra in November and will be an event for key people in the ACT.
Cr Mawhinney – General Halls Committee
Cr Mawhinney reported that the majority of halls committees have now formally transitioned their operations and budgets under Council’s oversight. Allocations of funding for the year have been agreed.
Internal Audit Committee (IAC) – 26 August 2013
A report will be presented to the next Council meeting regarding the IAC meeting on 26 August 2013. An annual report on the activities of the IAC will be presented to Councillors in November.
Mumbulla Foundation
Cr Mawhinney reported that submission for Mumbulla Foundation grants close 22 September. The Gala Charity Dinner will be held on 18 October.
Cr Fitzpatrick – South East Tourism Awards
Councillor Fitzpatrick advised he attended the South East Tourism Awards in Shoalhaven. Bega Valley Businesses that were successful in winning an award categories were:
· Ecotourism – Cat Balou Cruises, Eden
· General Tourism Service or Product – Tathra Beach and Bike, Tathra
· Accommodation – Self Catering and Serviced Apartments – Seaview View Beach House, Bermagui
· Tourist and Caravan Parks 4 AAA Rating and above. – Merimbula Beach NRMA Holiday Park, Merimbula
Several other local tourism businesses received high commendations.
There were no rescission/alteration motions.
There were no notices of motion.
17. Urgent Business
There was no urgent business.
18.1 Cr Tapscott – Merimbula Airport Management.
Cr Sharon Tapscott asked at the Council meeting on 14 August 2013, could Council begin the process of looking at a model of management for the Merimbula Airport, and that the model include involving and including stakeholders?
The question was taken on notice by the Acting General Manager who has responded to Councillors via memorandum that Council will soon receive the draft Masterplan for the Merimbula Airport following extensive research, workshopping, drafting, exhibition and review. The adoption following report to Council of the Masterplan, and the subsequent Business Plan need to be completed prior to Council considering the management models for the airport.
It is currently planned that the Masterplan and business plan work will be concluded and that Council will consider its management options for consultation prior to the end of this calendar year. This will allow adoption and implementation of the preferred model in a timely manner prior to the conclusion of the current lease.
This process has, to date, and will continue to involve input from stakeholders.
18.2 Cr Tapscott – Minutes of S355 Committee
At the Council meeting on 14 August, 2013 Cr Tapscott asked could minutes of the Access Committee and General Cemetery Committee, for which she is the Councillor delegate, be circulated to Councillors or tabled at the Council meeting following those meetings, to allow Councillors and the community access to information regarding those meetings.
The question was taken on notice by the Acting General Manager advised Councillors via memorandum that minutes of Councils Section 355 Committee meetings are published on the website but it could be arranged that those minutes be circulated to Councillors.
Please note that staff have reviewed the best mechanism for this to occur. As noted at the meeting it is a requirement that Section 355 committee agendas and minutes be published on the Council’s website and this occurs. Staff will now send an email to Councillors with a link to the minutes when they are published. This will provide Councillors with direct access to the minutes for their information.
Any matter from a Section 355 committee requiring action by Council comes as a recommendation to Council through a staff report. This will continue.
18.3 Reallocation of State Government Funding for Tathra Ring Road – Raised 24 July 2013
Cr Keith Hughes asked a question regarding the $300,000 in the State Government budget for the Tathra Ring Road restoration. Those funds go a small way toward the project that has been designed. Is possible to reallocate these funds to be used for the constructing footpaths.
The question was taken on notice by the Group Manager Infrastructure who responded that Council officers are aware that the State Government has made provision within the State budget for $300,000 towards the proposed Tathra Ring Road. However, Council is yet to receive formal advice of the funding, nor any associated terms and conditions.
The construction of a footpath would require engineering redesign and be subject to similar approval processes, as per the proposal for the road. It should be noted that the wave deflector wall and storm drainage system would still be required for operational safety and infrastructure protection purposes.
Clear direction would be required from Council, if construction of a footpath only is requested.
18.4 Cr Hughes – Payment of Rates by NSW Forestry Corporation
Cr Hughes asked a question on 2 June 2013 for further information regarding the payment of rates by New South Wales Forestry Corporation. Cr Hughes asked what rating income would be generated if all of the NSW Forestry land was rateable.
The question was taken on notice by the Finance Manager, who responded via memorandum to Councillors:
Unfortunately, the memo provided to Councillors on June 2, 2013 incorrectly identified rateable values on land identified as permitted logging sites. In fact, the map and values attached to the memo tabled at the meeting of June 2, 2013 illustrated a notional rate value if all NSW Forestry land was rated using corresponding land values for each locality. This map has been re-attached as Attachment 1 to this memo.
Attachment 2 to this memo illustrates the value of permitted logging sites within NSW Forestry land. These areas have been notionally rated using a commercial average from across the Shire. This is the table that should have accompanied the memo presented on June 2, 2013.
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Forest |
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Area |
Permit |
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Yurramie |
Wyndham |
45,630.15 |
113,084.03 |
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Yambulla |
Towamba |
126,527.08 |
145,850.42 |
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Yambulla |
Yambulla |
882,172.11 |
808,175.14 |
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Tantawangalo |
Tantawangalo |
212,223.24 |
144,901.56 |
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Tanja |
Chinnock |
1,163,742.02 |
158,446.95 |
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Nullica |
Lochiel |
101,980.51 |
36,529.95 |
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Nullica |
Nullica |
455,493.35 |
370,450.05 |
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Nullica |
Eden |
299615.95 |
255,030.52 |
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Nullica |
Nethercote |
184,779.72 |
70,644.73 |
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Nadgee |
Nadgee |
1,193,387.93 |
801,302.81 |
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Mumbulla |
Greendale |
147,214.40 |
44,057.54 |
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Glenbog |
Bemboka |
504,467.14 |
282,404.05 |
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Eastboyd |
Narrabarbra |
264,522.01 |
174,601.63 |
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Eastboyd |
Wonboyn North |
293,259.35 |
156,675.37 |
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Collangubra |
Collangubra |
76,345.63 |
86,114.82 |
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Cathcart |
Cathcart |
78,977.27 |
70,999.91 |
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Brucecreek |
Nadgee |
254,180.84 |
170,670.25 |
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Bombala |
Collangubra |
99,171.70 |
111,861.71 |
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Totals: |
6,383,690.40 |
4,001,801.44 |
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Council apologises for any confusion caused by this error.
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18.5 Removal of Gum Trees Bega Council Administration Office Zingel Place – Raised 14 August 2013
Cr Keith Hughes asked could Councillors be advised on the process for public consultation regarding the need for removal of any trees located in front of the Council’s Bega Administration Office, that will be required as part of the work on the Bega Town Hall?
The question was taken on notice by the Group Manager Infrastructure who responded that the approved town hall design increases the current building footprint, such that many of the existing trees in the forecourt area will be removed. Public consultation for the town hall redevelopment has been significant and ongoing over a number of years and is essentially complete. However, public comment will still be available as the town hall redevelopment proceeds through the formal development application process.
Landscape design is currently underway for the remaining forecourt area, linking the new town hall, council administration building and Zingel Place. When plans are complete they will be reported to Council for approval.
19. Questions for the Next Meeting
20. Confidential Business
There was no confidential business.
21. Adoption of reports from Closed Session
There was no Closed Session.
22. Resolutions to declassify reports considered in closed session
There were no resolutions to declassify reports considered in Closed Session.
Closure
There being no further business, the Chairperson closed the meeting at 4.20 pm.
CONFIRMED ........................................................................................................
Chairperson of the meeting of the Bega Valley Shire Council held on Wednesday, 4 September 2013.