Held on Wednesday, 6 November 2013
at Council Chambers, Bega commencing at 2..01 pm
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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: Ms Janelle Curtis |
Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners of Bega Valley Shire
I would like to commence by acknowledging, on behalf of Bega Valley Shire Council, the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters of the shire – the people of Yuin and Monaro nations and show our respect to elders past and present.
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and Seckold That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 16 October 2013 as circulated, be taken as read and confirmed. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen |
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3. Declarations
There were no declarations of interest
Pecuniary Interest
Cr Britten declared a pecuniary interest regarding Item 8.3 - Four Lot subdivision - Lot 881 DP 1148672 Lakewood Drive, Merimbula on the basis that he is a part owner of land in the subdivision. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Britten for inclusion in the Register, noting he would depart the meeting room, taking no part in debate or voting on this item.
Cr Tapscott declared a pecuniary interest regarding Item 12.4 Eden Cove – further report on outstanding works, on the basis that she owns a block of land in the subdivision. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Tapscott for inclusion in the Register, noting she would depart the meeting room, taking no part in debate or voting on this item.
Non Pecuniary Interest
Cr Seckold declared a non-pecuniary interest regarding Item 8.1 Old Bega Hospital Site Princes Highway Bega, on the basis she is a member of the board. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Seckold for inclusion in the Register, noting she would remain in the meeting room and take part in debate or voting on this item.
SUSPENSION OF STANDING ORDERS
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Seckold and Mawhinney
That Standing Orders be suspended to allow Mr Richard Bomford to address Council regarding P&E Report - 8.1 Old Bega Hospital Site Princes Highway, Bega - Proposed Amendment to the Land Zone Map under Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013 to zone the land RE 2 Private Recreation.
Mr Bomford addressed Council.
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Hughes and Seckold
That Mr Bomford be given an extension of 2 minutes to complete his address.
Mr Bomford continued his address and responded to questions from Councillors. The Mayor thanked Mr Bomford for his address.
5. Petitions
The Mayor tabled a petition containing approximate 70 signatures from the Towamba Valley Progress Association regarding their objection to the proposed siting of a shipping container by Council at Towamba sports ground or reserve. The petition contained 73 signatures, however the Mayor noted some were not legible.
There were no Mayoral minutes
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204/13 |
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, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen |
2.11 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.
Non Pecuniary Interest
Cr Seckold declared a non-pecuniary interest regarding Item 8.1 Old Bega Hospital Site Princes Highway Bega, on the basis she is a member of the board. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Seckold for inclusion in the Register, noting she would remain in the meeting room and take part in debate or voting on this item
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Old Bega Hospital Site Princes Highway, Bega - Proposed Amendment to the Land Zone Map under Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013 to zone the land RE 2 Private Recreation |
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The Chair, Cr Britten, asked the Group Manager Planning and Environment for clarification on RE 2 and RE 1 Zoning. This was provided and the Group Manager Planning and Environment advised that no new matters had been raised in the address that would require the item to be deferred. RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Mawhinney That the matter be heard. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen A motion was moved by Crs McBain and Mawhinney 1. That Council prepare a Planning Proposal to amend the zoning Lot 296 DP 728021, Princes Highway, Bega under Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013 from SP1 “Special Activities” to RE2 “Private Recreation”. 2. That the Planning Proposal be forwarded to the Department of Planning and Infrastructure for Gateway Panel determination. A motion was foreshadowed by Cr Hughes That Council prepare a Planning Proposal to amend the zoning Lot 296 DP 728021, Princes Highway, Bega under Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013 from SP1 “Special Activities” to RE1 “Public Recreation”. The motion was put to the vote and it was CARRIED In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Cr Hughes absent: Cr Allen |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Mawhinney 1. That Council prepare a Planning Proposal to amend the zoning Lot 296 DP 728021, Princes Highway, Bega under Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013 from SP1 “Special Activities” to RE2 “Private Recreation”. 2. That the Planning Proposal be forwarded to the Department of Planning and Infrastructure for Gateway Panel determination. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Cr Hughes absent: Cr Allen |
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Request for review of determination of Section 96 Application to Modify - Alterations and additions to entertainment establishment - Four Winds Barraga Bay |
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206/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and Seckold That on review of Condition 5 of DA 2012.393, the formal access approved under DA No 2011.228 shall be provided with a 4m wide 2 coat bitumen seal in accordance with the following timeframes: · The first 200 metres from the intersection with Four Winds Road prior to any event occurring. · The remainder of the access prior to 2016. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Absent: Cr Allen |
Pecuniary Interest
Cr Britten declared a pecuniary interest regarding Item 8.3 - Four Lot subdivision - Lot 881 DP 1148672 Lakewood Drive, Merimbula on the basis that he is a part owner of land in the subdivision. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Britten for inclusion in the Register, noting he would depart the meeting room, taking no part in debate or voting on this item.
2.55 pm Cr Britten departed the meeting room
Cr Taylor took the chair during Cr Britten’s absence.
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Four Lot subdivision - Lot 881 DP 1148672 Lakewood Drive, Merimbula |
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207/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Fitzpatrick and McBain That Development Application 2012.478 for the subdivision of Lot 881 DP 1148672 Lakewood Drive Merimbula into 3 residential lots and residue lot be approved subject to the conditions as outlined in the Draft Consent attached to this report. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney and Fitzpatrick DECLARED absent: Cr Allen |
2.57 pm Cr Britten returned to the meeting room
Non Pecuniary Interest
Cr McBain declared a late non pecuniary interest regarding 8.4 Proposed Amendments to BVLEP 2013 on the basis she is an employee of a business occupying premises at Main Street Merimbula, she remained in the meeting room taking part in debate and voting on the item. A signed declaration form was tabled for inclusion in the Register.
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Hughes and Seckold That each matter be dealt with separately. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney and Britten Against: Cr Fitzpatrick ABSENT: Cr Allen A motion was moved by Crs McBain and Fitzpatrick That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: Ÿ Lot 120 DP 847899 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned SP1 Special Activities ‘Community Facilities and Carparking’ Ÿ Lot 1 DP 1004805 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation Ÿ Lot 2 DP 549112 Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation except for the area of land identified in Figure 2 of Attachment 1 to this report which shall be zoned SP1 Special Activities ‘Carparking’ A motion was foreshadowed by Cr Seckold That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013 - all three lots be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation Ÿ Lot 120 DP 847899 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned E2 Environment Conservation Ÿ Lot 1 DP 1004805 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation Ÿ Lot 2 DP 549112 Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation A motion was foreshadowed by Cr Tapscott That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013 Ÿ Lot 120 DP 847899 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be part zoned SP1 Special Activities “Community Facilities and Carparking” and part E2 Environment Conservation Ÿ Lot 1 DP 1004805 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation Ÿ Lot 2 DP 549112 Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation except for the area of land identified in Figure 2 of Attachment 1 to this report which shall be zoned SP1 Special Activities ‘Carparking’ The motion was put to the vote and it was RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Fitzpatrick That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: Ÿ Lot 120 DP 847899 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned SP1 Special Activities ‘Community Facilities and Carparking’ Ÿ Lot 1 DP 1004805 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation Ÿ Lot 2 DP 549112 Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation except for the area of land identified in Figure 2 of Attachment 1 to this report which shall be zoned SP1 Special Activities ‘Carparking’ In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Crs Hughes, Tapscott and Seckold absent: Cr Allen RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Taylor and Mawhinney That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: A B5 Business Development zone be included as a Land Use Zone in the Plan in accordance with the following; Zone B5 Business Development 1 Objectives of zone • To enable a mix of business and warehouse uses, and bulky goods premises that require a large floor area, in locations that are close to, and that support the viability of, centres. • To cater specifically for uses that require a high degree of visibility and accessibility to passing traffic and that generate a high proportion of single purpose vehicle trips. • To enable the establishment of an aquaculture, agricultural produce and tourist precinct at Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula. 2 Permitted without consent Environmental protection works 3 Permitted with consent Agricultural produce industry; Building identification sign; Bulky goods premises; Business identification sign; Child care centres; Community facilities; Educational establishments; Function centres; Garden centres; Hardware and building supplies; Highway service centres; Hotel or motel accommodation; Information and education facilities; Landscaping material supplies; Light industries; Passenger transport facilities; Public administration buildings; Recreation facilities (indoor); Research stations; Respite day care centres; Restricted premises; Roads; Service stations; Sewerage systems; Storage premises; Transport depots; vehicle body repair workshop; Vehicle repair station; Vehicle sales or hire premises; Warehouse or distribution centres; Water supply systems. 4 Prohibited Any development not specified in item 2 or 3 In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Tapscott, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Crs Hughes and Seckold absent: Cr Allen RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Fitzpatrick That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: Lots 398 & 339 DP 40361, 325, 326, 334, 335, part 340, 341, 345, 346, 371, 378, 379, 382, 383 & 386 DP 750227, 385 & 386 DP 811258, 10 DP 1057525, 281 & 282 DP 1135670 and 349 DP 1144511 Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula be zoned B5 Business Development. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Tapscott, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Crs Hughes and Seckold absent: Cr Allen RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and Tapscott That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: Lot 344 DP 250227 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned E4 Environmental Living with a 2,000sqm lot size. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Cr Hughes absent: Cr Allen RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and McBain That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: Lot 21 DP 816824 Bournda Park Way, Kalaru be zoned E4 Environmental Living with a 1ha lot size. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Cr Hughes absent: Cr Allen RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Fitzpatrick and Mawhinney That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: Lots 431, 432 and 433 DP 1152077 and 45 DP 807327 Oaklands Road, Pambula be zoned E4 Environmental Living with a 1ha lot size. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Cr Hughes absent: Cr Allen RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Fitzpatrick and Mawhinney That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: Lot 1 DP 1051587 Main Street, Merimbula be zoned B4 Mixed Use. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten absent: Cr Allen RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Hughes and Taylor That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: That part of Lot 411 DP 1073628 identified in Figure 14 of Attachment 1 to this report, which is part of Barragoot Swamp, be Zoned E2 Environmental Conservation. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Tapscott That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: Lot 292 DP 853663 Sapphire Coast Drive, Bournda be included in LEP 2013 Schedule 1 Additional Permitted Uses with Neighbourhood Shop and Service Station listed as permitted uses. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen |
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That Council resolve to make the following amendments to Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013: 1. Ÿ Lot 120 DP 847899 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned SP1 Special Activities ‘Community Facilities and Carparking’ Ÿ Lot 1 DP 1004805 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation Ÿ Lot 2 DP 549112 Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula be zoned E2 Environmental Conservation except for the area of land identified in Figure 2 of Attachment 1 to this report which shall be zoned SP1 Special Activities ‘Carparking’ 2. A B5 Business Development zone be included as a Land Use Zone in the Plan in accordance with the following; Zone B5 Business Development 1 Objectives of zone • To enable a mix of business and warehouse uses, and bulky goods premises that require a large floor area, in locations that are close to, and that support the viability of, centres. • To cater specifically for uses that require a high degree of visibility and accessibility to passing traffic and that generate a high proportion of single purpose vehicle trips. • To enable the establishment of an aquaculture, agricultural produce and tourist precinct at Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula. 2 Permitted without consent Environmental protection works 3 Permitted with consent Agricultural produce industry; Building identification sign; Bulky goods premises; Business identification sign; Child care centres; Community facilities; Educational establishments; Function centres; Garden centres; Hardware and building supplies; Highway service centres; Hotel or motel accommodation; Information and education facilities; Landscaping material supplies; Light industries; Passenger transport facilities; Public administration buildings; Recreation facilities (indoor); Research stations; Respite day care centres; Restricted premises; Roads; Service stations; Sewerage systems; Storage premises; Transport depots; vehicle body repair workshop; Vehicle repair station; Vehicle sales or hire premises; Warehouse or distribution centres; Water supply systems. 4 Prohibited Any development not specified in item 2 or 3 3. Lots 398 & 339 DP 40361, 325, 326, 334, 335, part 340, 341, 345, 346, 371, 378, 379, 382, 383 & 386 DP 750227, 385 & 386 DP 811258, 10 DP 1057525, 281 & 282 DP 1135670 and 349 DP 1144511 Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula be zoned B5 Business Development. 4. Lot 344 DP 250227 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula be zoned E4 Environmental Living with a 2,000sqm lot size. 5. Lot 21 DP 816824 Bournda Park Way, Kalaru be zoned E4 Environmental Living with a 1ha lot size. 6. Lots 431, 432 and 433 DP 1152077 and 45 DP 807327 Oaklands Road, Pambula be zoned E4 Environmental Living with a 1ha lot size. 7. Lot 1 DP 1051587 Main Street, Merimbula be zoned B4 Mixed Use. 8. That part of Lot 411 DP 1073628 identified in Figure 14 of Attachment 1 to this report, which is part of Barragoot Swamp, be Zoned E2 Environmental Conservation. 9. Lot 292 DP 853663 Sapphire Coast Drive, Bournda be included in LEP 2013 Schedule 1 Additional Permitted Uses with Neighbourhood Shop and Service Station listed as permitted uses. |
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor Seckold assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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A motion was moved by Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick That Council not adopt a cost of living seniors policy. Cr Hughes foreshadowed a motion 1. That Council adopt a Cost of Living – Seniors Policy, it be placed on public exhibition. 2. That Council place an interim cap of 50 successful applicants to the policy.
The motion was put to the vote and it was CARRIED In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Against: Crs Hughes, Tapscott and Seckold absent: Cr Allen
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick That Council not adopt a cost of living seniors policy. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten AGAINST: Crs Hughes, Tapscott and Seckold absent: Cr Allen |
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor McBain assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick 1. That Council note this report. 2. That Council provide the Crown Lands office with its consent in writing to the Crown declaring the Council lands described as Lot 118 in DP752130 and Lot 44 in DP241802 to be Crown land in accordance with section 138(1) of the Crown Lands Act. 3. That Council proceed to acquire the Crown lands described as Lot 103 in DP1151462 and Lot 5 in DP430378. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Absent: Cr Allen |
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor Fitzpatrick assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Mawhinney 1. That Council adopt new Waste and Recycling Depot opening hours as per Attachment 2. 2. That two new part time waste customer service positions are created to accommodate the additional labour requirements created by opening of the CWF in December 2013. 3. Review the overall level of service provided by waste facilities as part of a review of the 2020 Vision on Waste in coming months. 4. Advise waste facility customers by leaflet, media and signage at facilities of adopted changes. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Absent: Cr Allen |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Seckold 1. That Council replace the Pretty Point Bridge using the Unibridge modular bridging system. 2. That Council not call tenders due to extenuating circumstances and the unavailability of alternative tenderers that can provide a system to allow the staged restoration of the Pretty Point bridge and maintain its historical links. 3 The works to be staged and carried out by Council’s bridge team to minimise the impact on Council’s LTFP bridge program. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Absent: Cr Allen
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RFT43/13 Service Tender for Provision of Professional Life Saving Services |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Taylor 1. That Council accept the tender from Australian Lifeguard Services (ALS) for the works described in Tender RFT43/13 for the provision of Professional Life Saving Services, in the amount of $505,096.60 (including GST) for a period of 3 years. 2. That authority is delegated to the General Manger to execute all necessary documentation. 3. That other tenderers be advised of Council’s decision. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Absent: Cr Allen |
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor Mawhinney assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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Presentation of Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2013 |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick 1. That Council accept the Auditors presentation and report provided to Council November 6, 2013 relating to the audited Financial Statements of Bega Valley Shire Council for the 2013 financial year. 2. That Council note the contents of the Financial Statements for the 2013 Financial year. 3. That an explanation be inserted to outline functions attributed to each operational area as shown the Operating Expenditure by Functions table (page 114 of the Agenda). In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Absent: Cr Allen |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick 1. That the Quarterly Budget Review Statement (QBRS) for June 2013 be adopted and the votes adjusted by those values as reported in the variance column. 2. That Council adopt the Reserve schedule for 2013 and that Council note that the updated reserve balances were incorporated into the September QBRS. 3. That Council adopt the Revote schedule for 2013. Council note that the updated revotes will be incorporated into the September QBRS. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Absent: Cr Allen |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick 1. That Council note and endorse the September 2013 Quarterly Budget Review Statement. 2. That Council adopt the variances, in this instance being revotes from the 2012 financial year, to its operating budget as outlined in the QBRS. 3. That Council place the QBRS for September 2013 on its website for public information. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten Absent: Cr Allen |
Pecuniary Interest
Cr Tapscott declared a pecuniary interest regarding Item 12.4 Eden Cove on the basis that she owns a block of land in the subdivision. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Tapscott for inclusion in the Register, noting she would depart the meeting room, taking no part in debate or voting on this item.
3.35 pm Cr Tapscott departed the meeting room
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Taylor and Hughes That Council continues to insist that the developer submits an acceptable infrastructure servicing plan to be agreed by Council prior to the lodgement of development applications for any future subdivision stages, to complete public works associated with the stages released to date, as well as to adequately cater for public works in future stages. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten DECLARED Absent: Cr Allen |
3.37 pm Cr Tapscott returned to the meeting room.
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Seckold 1. That Council re-endorse the formation and composition of the Central Waste Facility Consultative Committee for a 2 year period with a review of the Committee to be conducted prior to the end of the 2 years. 2. That Council again call for applications from interested residents (nominally 5km) in the immediate vicinity of the Central Waste Facility and, that the resolution of the JRPP be utilised in the call for application process: “BVSC form a Consultative Committee that includes three representatives of residents of the immediate locality, for the purposes of providing a forum for information exchange and consultation regarding the operation of the central waste facility.” and a further report be presented to Council to endorse membership 3. That Council consider the final terms of reference for the Central Waste Facility Consultative Committee at the meeting at which it considers the appointment of members to the Committee. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten absent: Cr Allen |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Seckold 1. That Cr Britten be the nominated delegate to attend the 2014 Australian Coastal Councils Conference. 2. That the necessary expenses be defrayed by the Council in keeping with its policy. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney and Britten against: Cr Fitzpatrick absent: Cr Allen |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Taylor and Britten That Council note the resolutions of the Southern Councils Group Board Meeting held on 18 September 2013. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Seckold 1. That Council note the dividend of $188,456.15 declared by Southern Phone Company Limited to Bega Valley Shire Council. 2. That a report on potential uses of the dividend income from Southern Phone Company for the 2013/14 Financial Year be provided to Council. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and McBain That Council provide $2,000 towards the community event in Eden on New Year’s Eve. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen |
3.57 pm The Ordinary Meeting was reconvened.
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and McBain That all motions recorded in the Standing Committees apart from Item 8.1, including votes for and against, be adopted in and by the Ordinary Council Meeting. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen That the following be noted as the vote for Item 8.1 Old Bega Hospital Site Princes Highway, Bega - Proposed Amendment to the Land Zone Map under Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013 to zone the land RE 2 Private Recreation 1. That Council prepare a Planning Proposal to amend the zoning Lot 296 DP 728021, Princes Highway, Bega under Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013 from SP1 “Special Activities” to RE2 “Private Recreation”. 2. That the Planning Proposal be forwarded to the Department of Planning and Infrastructure for Gateway Panel determination. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen |
Cr Hughes – Biamanga Gulaga Back to Country Celebrations
Cr Hughes advised that an invitation has been forwarded to all Councillors to attend the Biamanga & Gulaga National Park Board of Management back to country celebrations to be held on 7 December. He encouraged Councillors to attend and to RSVP direct to the group.
Cr Tapscott Sapphire Coast Tourism – AGM
Cr Tapscott passed on the thanks from the SCT Board to Council for approving the re-allocation of one off marketing funds and reported on a joint program between SCT, Bega Business Forum and REX.
Cr Tapscott Eden Killer Whale Museum
Cr Tapscott tabled a thank you letter from Eden Killer Whale Museum for the kerb and gutter work carried out by Council on the corner of Imlay and Cocora Street Eden, which that group believes will improve pedestrian safety at the site.
Cr Seckold reported on a number of meetings she had attended:
· Suicide Prevention Workshop (SPAN) in Eden regarding Mental Health month activities.
· SERAS Golf Day held in Bermagui recently. She encouraged Councillors to view the signage at the Indoor Stadium showing Council’s support for SERAS.
· Mumbulla Foundation fundraising function at Oaklands
· Suicide Bereavement Support – 2 day workshop “Live in Hope” run by the Salvation Army with 20 participants.
· Youth Council Meeting – well attended and enthusiastic meeting.
· South East Arts –
§ Presentation at Parliament House 3 December 2013
§ Prices Café exhibition at the Eden Whale Festival was very successful and well attended.
Cr Mawhinney - Mumbulla Foundation
Cr Mawhinney noted $25,000 was raised at the recent Mumbulla Foundation fundraiser.
Cr Mawhinney - Weeds Management NSW meeting
Cr Mawhinney reported on a meeting she attended, noting Dr Keniry, Commissioner for NSW attended. Dr Keniry will chair a state wide review into weeds management in NSW including all Councils. This will include dialogue with bordering councils to ensure they are effectively working together.
Cr Taylor – Merimbula Community Workshop
Cr Taylor noted positive feedback has been received on the community workshops. He commended the Merimbula News Weekly for making available a journalist to meet with Councillors and senior staff for a Q&A session.
There were no rescission or alteration motions.
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224/13 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and McBain 1. That Council write to the Rural Fire Service (RFS) in support of our local and Statewide RFS organisations including volunteers and paid staff commending the work that they do; 2. That Council request the State Government find additional funding for the purpose of purchasing additional assets and the engagement of trained instructors to provide additional community volunteer training and community safety education. In favour: Crs Taylor, McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Britten ABSENT: Cr Allen |
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Councillor Delegates Southern Councils Group (SCG) and Local Government NSW |
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Cr Fitzpatrick withdrew his notice of motion. |
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Publishing of financial information relating to Councillor expenses |
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Cr Fitzpatrick withdrew his notice of motion. |
17. Urgent Business
There was no urgent business.
There were no response to questions on notice.
19. Questions for the Next Meeting
There were no questions for the next meeting.
20. Confidential Business
There was no Confidential Business
Closure
There being no further business, the Chairperson closed the meeting at 4.10 pm.
CONFIRMED ........................................................................................................
Chairperson of the meeting of the Bega Valley Shire Council held on Wednesday, 6 November 2013.