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PresentCr Michael Britten, Mayor Cr Liz Seckold, Deputy Mayor Cr Tony Allen Cr Russell Fitzpatrick Cr Keith Hughes Cr Ann Mawhinney Cr Kristy McBain Cr Sharon Tapscott Cr Bill Taylor |
In AttendanceGeneral Manager, Ms Leanne Barnes Group Manager Transport and Utilities, Mr Wayne Sartori Group Manager Planning and Environment, Mr Andrew Woodley Group Manager Community Relations and Leisure, Mr Anthony Basford Group Manager Strategy and Business Services, Mr Lucas Scarpin Executive Manager Organisational Development and Governance, Ms Nina Churchward Minute Secretary, Mrs Janelle Curtis |
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I would like to commence by acknowledging, on behalf of Bega Valley Shire Council the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters of the Shire – the people of Yuin nation and show our respect to elders past and present.
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Apologies |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and Seckold That the Minutes of the Ordinary and Closed Session Meeting held on 16 December 2015 as circulated, be taken as read and confirmed. In favour: Crs McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil Abstained: Cr Hughes |
Cr Mawhinney declared a non-pecuniary interest regarding Item 9.2 National Youth Week 2016 Small Grants Program the basis that she is a member the South East Arts Board. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Mawhinney for inclusion in the Register noting Cr Mawhinney would remain in the meeting room, but take no part in debate or voting on this item.
4. Deputations (by prior arrangement)
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Planning and Environment Report No 8.2 Attached Dual Occupancy 29 Hergenhans Lane, AngledaleMr George Morrow |
4.2 |
Suspension of Standing Orders |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Taylor and Mawhinney That Standing Orders be suspended to allow the following persons to address Council regarding: Economic Development and Business Growth 11.1 Bega Clock Tower· Ms Judy Geary In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
The Group Manager Planning and Environment spoke regarding a memorandum that was provided to Councillors correcting two (2) inaccuracies in the report:
· Page 30 dot point 6 should read: “The new building will not directly impact on the significance of the listed item
· Page 30 - Submission – Noise Disturbance and Visual Intrusion – Comment Line 7 – the reference to 51 m should read 38 m
Mr Morrow addressed Council and responded to questions from Councillors
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and Seckold that an extension of time of two minutes be granted to Mr Morrow to complete his address.
In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen
Against: Nil
Ms Geary addressed Council and responded to questions from Councillors
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and Taylor
That an extension of two minutes be granted to Ms Geary to complete her address
In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen
Against: Nil
The Mayor thanks those persons addressing Council.
There were no petitions.
There were no Mayoral Minutes.
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Adjournment into Standing Committees |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen and SeckoldThat the Ordinary meeting of the Council be adjourned for the purpose of dealing with staff reports to Standing Committees. In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
2.25 pm The Ordinary meeting adjourned and formed in the committee.
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Cr Taylor assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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Finalisation of Planning Proposal to reclassify part Lot 4 DP 1138056 Cattle Bay, Eden |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Seckold and McBain1. That Council resolves to adopt the amendments to Schedule 4 Part 2 of Bega Valley Local Environmental Plan 2013 as exhibited in the Planning Proposal to reclassify part Lot 4 DP 1138056 Cattle Bay, Eden, from ‘Community land’ to ‘Operational land’. 2. That Council requests the Minister for Planning and Environment to finalise the plan under section 59(2) of the Environment Planning and Assessment Act 1979. 3. That those persons who attended the Public Hearing be advised of the above. In favour: Crs McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil Abstained: Cr Hughes |
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The Chairperson asked had any new matters been raised in the address. The Group Manager Planning and Environment responded that the matters raised in the address had been fully covered in the report. He advised Councillors could choose to defer the report if they wished. A motion was moved by Crs Britten and Allen That the matter be dealt with today. Cr Hughes foreshadowed a motion That the matter be deferred to allow for the Heritage Advisor to be consulted regarding matters raised by Mr Morrow. The motion was put to the vote and it was LOST In favour: Crs McBain, Britten, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Crs Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Mawhinney and Taylor The foreshadowed motion became the motion and was put to the vote and CARRIED |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Hughes and TapscottThat the matter be deferred to allow for the Heritage Advisor to be consulted regarding matters raised by Mr Morrow In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney and Taylor Against: Crs Fitzpatrick and Allen |
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Cr Tapscott assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Seckold and MawhinneyThat Cr Britten as the Mayor, or the Mayor’s nominee, attend the 2016 Regional and Public Galleries NSW Conference in conjunction with relevant Council staff and the necessary expenses are defrayed by the Council in keeping with its Policy. In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
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Non-pecuniary interestCr Mawhinney declared a non-pecuniary interest regarding Item 9.2 National Youth Week 2016 Small Grants Program the basis that she is a member the South East Arts Board. A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Mawhinney for inclusion in the Register. Cr Mawhinney remained in the meeting room, but took no part in debate or voting on this item Cr Fitzpatrick moved a motion that the motion be put. The motion was CARRIED In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil
RESOLVED on the motion of Cr Fitzpatrick and Seckold That the report be noted and that Council adopt the recommendation as outlined in the confidential attachment with the inclusion of funds for the Merimbula Visitors Information Centre Project with the additional funds of $974 coming from the Financial Assistance Grants budget. In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Fitzpatrick and Seckold1. That Council make the following allocations through the National Youth Week 2016 Small Grants program, with the additional funds of $974 coming from the Financial Assistance Grants budget:
2. That officers advise all applicants of the outcome. In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil Abstained: Cr Mawhinney |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick That the report be noted and that that Council resolve on the recommendation as outlined in the confidential attachment ,with the additional funds of $895 coming from the Financial Assistance Grants budget. In favour: Crs McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil Abstained: Cr Hughes |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick1. That Council make the following allocations through the Seniors Festival 2016 Small Grants Program:
3. That officers advise all applicants of the outcome In favour: Crs McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Cr Hughes |
There were no Economic Development and Business Growth Reports.
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Cr Fitzpatrick assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Allen That the matter be deal with today. In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil
A motion was moved by Cr Britten and Cr Allen That Council relocate the clock tower to a more suitable location within the precinct of Bega in keeping with its value to the community and consult with the grandchildren of the Evershed family and the community as to a suitable location. A motion was foreshadowed by Cr Hughes That Council resolve on a path forward in relation to the Bega Clock Tower in relation to maintenance and location. The chairperson deemed the foreshadowed motion required Council to determine a path forward. The motion was put to the vote and it was CARRIED |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and AllenThat Council relocate the clock tower to a more suitable location within the precinct of Bega in keeping with its value to the community and consult with the grandchildren of the Evershed family and the community as to a suitable location. In favour: Crs McBain, Tapscott, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Crs Hughes and Seckold |
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Road names to be pre-approved and reserved for future use within the Shire |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Hughes and AllenThat authority be given for Council staff to submit the above list of proposed road names to the Geographical Names Board of New South Wales for pre-approval and reservation for future use within the Shire as approved by the Council Delegate. In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
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Construction Tender for Demolition of Buildings at Cannery Site, Eden - Tender 93/15 |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Tapscott That Council accepts recommendations as outlined in the confidential attachment In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Tapscott1. That Council accept the tender from John Michelin & Sons Pty Ltd in relation to the contract for the works described in Tender 93/15, in the amount of $72,341 (inc. GST), subject to variations, provisional sums and prime cost items. 2. That authority is delegated to the General Manager to execute all necessary documentation. 3. That other tenderers be advised of Council’s decision. In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
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Goods and service tender
for the provision of bitumen, emulsions and asphalt materials and services |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen and Seckold That Council accepts recommendations as outlined in the confidential attachment In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen and Seckold1. That Council accept the tender from Downer EDI Works Pty Ltd in relation to contract for the works described in Tender RFT 75/15, in the amount of $1,311,285.15 (including GST), subject to variations, provisional sums and prime cost items. 2. That authority is delegated to the General Manager to execute all necessary documentation. 3. That other tenderers be advised of Council’s decision. In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and TapscottThat Council authorise the General Manager to execute funding Deeds associated with the Regional Tourism Infrastructure (Airports) funding program. In favour: Crs McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil Abstained: Cr Hughes |
In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Cr Mawhinney assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick1. That Council resolve to formally submit an application for Round Three of the National Stronger Regions Fund for the Merimbula Regional Airport with final figures and potential funding sources reported to Council at its meeting on 24 February 2016. 2. That the Mayor and General Manager be delegated to negotiate with the Twyford Hall Committee with a further report to the 24 February meeting. In favour: Crs McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil Abstained: Cr Hughes
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and TapscottThat Council note the major projects update report. In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
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Applications for
Financial Assistance: Section 356 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen and Tapscott1. That Council support Surf Life Saving NSW for the 2016 George Bass Surf Boat Marathon to the value of $5000.00. 2. That the funds be drawn from the Section 356 operating budget. 3. That event organisers be advised of the requirement to apply for funding well in advance of the 2018 event. In favour: Crs McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil Abstained: Cr Councillor Hughes |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and SeckoldThat Council note the status report on actions from Council’s Resolutions for the period 1 October 2015 to 31 December 2015 In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
There were no Finance reports.
3.31 pm The Ordinary Meeting was reconvened.
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Adoption of reports from Standing Committees |
18/16 |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen and McBainThat all motions recorded in the Standing Committees, including votes for and against and acknowledging declarations of interest already made, be adopted in and by the Ordinary Council Meeting. In favour: Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen Against: Nil |
There were no delegates reports
16. Rescission/alteration Motions
There were no rescission motions
There were no notices of motions
There was no urgent business.
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The response to Cr Tapscott’s question on Tourism and Cemeteries that appeared in the Agenda was noted. |
Cr Seckold reported on the following matters of interest:
Launch of “The Shirl” portraiture prize for youth at the Bega Valley Regional Art Gallery on 18 December 2016
Welcoming P&O Cruise Eden, along with Dr Peter Hendy, The Hon Andrew Constance, General Manager, Mayor and Cr Tapscott, to the Port of Eden on 10 January 2016
Attendance at the Candelo Show on 17 January 2016, where local produce, craft, art, vintage cars, music, animals and ring events were showcased.
Attending, along with Group Manager Community Relations and Leisure, on 22 January, 2016 the screening of Gary Lonesborough’s short film “The Children” set at Gillards Beach and Wyndham.
The Australia Day celebrations including the Opening of the Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre, with over 700 attending to celebrate community achievers, citizenship conferees, and speech from Australia Day Ambassador Mr Dick Smith.
The Bega Police Citizen’s Youth Club (PCYC) demonstration of defensive and offensive techniques, and call for volunteers and ideas for activities from the PCYC Far South Coast Manager.
There was no confidential business
There were no Closed Session Reports.
The were no reports declassified.
There being no further business, the Chairperson closed the meeting at 3.39 pm.
The Chairperson advised that the recording of the meeting would now cease.
Confirmed
Chairperson of the meeting of the Bega Valley Shire Council held on Wednesday, 3 February 2016.