Ordinary Meeting Minutes

Held on Wednesday 27 April 2016

At Council Chambers, Biamanga Room Bega Commemorative Civic Centre Commencing at 2.00 pm

 


 Present

Cr 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 Attendance

General Manager, Ms Leanne Barnes

Director, Transport and Utilities, Mr Wayne Sartori

Director, Planning and Environment, Mr Andrew Woodley

Director,  Community, Relations and Leisure, Mr Anthony Basford

Director,  Strategy and Business Services, Mr Lucas Scarpin

Executive Manager Organisational Development and Governance, Ms Nina Churchward

Minute Secretary, Ms Kelly McDowall

 

Statement of Commencement of Live Streaming

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Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians of Bega Valley Shire

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.

1.

Apologies

 

There were no apologies.

 

 

 

2.

Confirmation of Minutes

78/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Mawhinney and Seckold

That the Minutes of the Ordinary and Closed Session Meeting held on 6 April 2016 as circulated, be taken as read and confirmed.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

 

 

3.    Declarations

Non Pecuniary Interest

Cr Britten declared a non pecuniary interest regarding Item 11.2 Re-naming of part Toallo Street, Pambula on the basis that Cr Britten is a Director of a Company that owns property in Toallo Street.  A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Britten for inclusion in the Register.

Cr Britten will remain in the meeting room, and will take no part in the debate or voting on this item.

Cr Fitzpatrick declared a non pecuniary interest regarding Item 8.3, Modification to supermarket delivery hours, Bermagui Woolworths, Montague Street, Bermagui on the basis that he is employed by a transport company that may be effected by the outcome.  A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Fitzpatrick for inclusion in the Register.

Cr Fitzpatrick will remain in the meeting room, but will take no part in debate or voting on this item.

4.        Deputations (by prior arrangement)

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Taylor and Mawhinney

That Standing Orders be suspended to allow the following person to address Council regarding:

Item 8.3      Modification to supermarket delivery hours, Bermagui Woolworths, Montague Street, Bermagui

·           Mr Paul Payten

Item 12.1    Town Crier 

·         Mr Alan Moyse

Item 8.2      Proposed Vehicle Repair Station, Princes Highway, Cobargo

·         Mr Paul Blacka

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

Mr Payten addressed Council.

Mr Moyse addressed Council and answered questions from Councillors

Mr Blacka addressed Council.

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Fitzpatrick and Mawhinney that an extension of time of two minutes be granted to Mr Blacka to complete his address.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

Mr Blacka addressed Council for a further 2 minutes and answered questions from Councillors.

5.        Petitions

There were no petitions.

6.        Mayoral Minutes

There were no Mayoral Minutes.

 

7.

Adjournment into Standing Committees

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen 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 McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

2.23 pm         The Ordinary meeting adjourned and formed in the committee.

 

8.    Staff Reports – Planning and Environment (Sustainability)

In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Cr Taylor assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.

8.1

Amendment to tree and vegetation removal requirements under Bega Valley Development Control Plan 2013

79/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and Seckold

That the amendments to Clause 5.6 Bega Valley Development Control Plan 2013 as shown in Attachment 1 with minor amendments as outlined, correcting unintended omissions and clarifying the approval requirements for tree removal and clearing of vegetation, be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days in accordance with Clause 18 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation 2000.

In favour:             Crs Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor and Allen

Against:                  Crs McBain and Fitzpatrick

 

8.2

Proposed Vehicle Repair Station, Princes Highway, Cobargo

 

RESOLVED on the motion by Crs Britten and Mawhinney

That the matter be dealt with today.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

A motion was moved by Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick

1.      That the matter be deferred for a site inspection to be undertaken by Councillors.

2.      That a further report be prepared by staff including suitable development conditions for approval.

The motion was put to the vote and it was CARRIED.

A motion was foreshadow by Cr Hughes.

1.         That development application No. 2015.283 for a Vehicle Repair Station on Lots 2 and 3 Section 13 DP 2591 Princes Highway Cobargo be refused for the following reasons:

a.         The proposed development would be inconsistent with the objective of the RU5 Village zone as the development would not maintain or protect the existing village character of Cobargo.

b.         The proposed development would be contrary to the objectives of Section 2.6 of the Bega Valley Development Control Plan 2013, in that the development would not preserve the existing amenity of the area and would be inconsistent with the desired future character of Cobargo.

c.         The height, scale and bulk of the proposed development would be contrary to the requirements of Section 5.2.3 and 5.2.4 of the Bega Valley Development Control Plan 2013 as the development would have an adverse impact on heritage places within the Cobargo Heritage Conservation Area and on the general character of the Heritage Conservation Area.

d.         The proposed development would have an unacceptable impact on the visual and acoustic amenity of existing residential dwellings in the immediate vicinity of the development site.

2.         That those parties who made a submission be advised of Council’s decision.

80/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Fitzpatrick

1.         That the matter be deferred for a site inspection to be undertaken by Councillors.

2.         That a further report be prepared by staff including suitable development conditions for approval.

IN FAVOUR:       Crs McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

AGAINST:            Cr Hughes

 

8.3

Modification to supermarket delivery hours, Bermagui Woolworths, Montague Street, Bermagui

 

Cr Fitzpatrick declared a non pecuniary interest regarding Item 8.3, Modification to supermarket delivery hours, Bermagui Woolworths, Montague Street, Bermagui on the basis that he is employed by transport company that may be effected by the outcome.  A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Fitzpatrick for inclusion in the Register.

Cr Fitzpatrick remained in the meeting room, but took no part in debate or voting on this item.

 

RESOLVED on the motion by Crs Mawhinney and Tapscott

That the matter be dealt with today.

The motion was CARRIED

In favour:                       Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor and Allen

Against:                            Nil

interest:no vote         Cr Fitzpatrick

 

81/16

A motion was moved of Crs Britten and Seckold

1.         That the Section 96 application to modify Condition No. 3 of Development Consent 2013.405 for the Woolworths supermarket at Lot 11 DP 1210993, Montague Street Bermagui be approved.

2.         That Condition No. 3 of DA 2013.405 be modified to read as follows;

All deliveries to the development shall be restricted to the following hours:

Monday to Friday, inclusive                                     7am to 6pm

Saturday, Sunday & Public Hols                 8am to 6pm

3.         That those persons who made a submission be advised of Council’s decision.

In favour:                          Crs Tapscott, Britten, Taylor and Allen

Against:                               Crs McBain, Hughes, Seckold and Mawhinney

INTEREST:NO VOTE            Cr Fitzpatrick

 

Cr Taylor used his CASTING VOTE and voted AGAINST the motion.

The Motion was LOST.

 

8.4

Weekly market for up to 40 stallholders - Littleton Gardens, Bega

 

A motion was moved by Crs Hughes and Fitzpatrick

1.      That Development Application No. 2014.346 being for a weekly market (40 stalls) at Lot 104 DP 1151462, Part Lots 10-13 DP 758076, Littleton Gardens, Bega be approved subject to conditions of consent as provided in Attachment 1 to this report with minor changes to wording.

2.      That those persons who made submissions be advised of Council's decision.

An AMENDMENT was moved by Crs Britten and Mawhinney

1.      That Development Application No. 2014.346 being for a market (40 stalls) at Lot 104 DP 1151462, Part Lots 10-13 DP 758076, Littleton Gardens, Bega be approved subject to conditions of consent as provided in Attachment 1 to this report with minor changes to wording and condition 2 and 6 to reflect a fortnightly market every 2nd Friday

2.      That those persons who made submissions be advised of Council's decision.

In favour:             Crs Britten, Mawhinney and Allen

Against:                  Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Taylor and Fitzpatrick

The AMENDMENT was LOST.

A motion was moved by Crs Hughes and Fitzpatrick

1.      That Development Application No. 2014.346 being for a weekly market (40 stalls) at Lot 104 DP 1151462, Part Lots 10-13 DP 758076, Littleton Gardens, Bega be approved subject to conditions of consent as provided in Attachment 1 to this report with minor changes to wording.

2.      That those persons who made submissions be advised of Council's decision.

An AMENDMENT was moved by Crs Tapscott and Britten

1.      That Development Application No. 2014.346 being for a weekly market (30 stalls) at Lot 104 DP 1151462, Part Lots 10-13 DP 758076, Littleton Gardens, Bega be approved subject to conditions of consent as provided in Attachment 1 to this report with minor changes to wording.

2.      That those persons who made submissions be advised of Council’s decision

In favour:             Crs McBain, Tapscott and Britten

Against:                  Crs Hughes, Seckold, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

The AMENDMENT was put to the vote and it was LOST.

A motion was moved that the motion be PUT by Crs Fitzpatrick and McBain

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

82/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Hughes and Fitzpatrick

1.         That Development Application No. 2014.346 being for a weekly market (40 stalls) at Lot 104 DP 1151462, Part Lots 10-13 DP 758076, Littleton Gardens, Bega be approved subject to conditions of consent as provided in Attachment 1 to this report with minor changes to wording.

2.         That those persons who made submissions be advised of Council’s decision.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Cr Mawhinney

 

8.5

Regularisation of unauthorised additions to attached dual occupancy, 2 Coraki Drive, Pambula Beach

 

 

A motion was moved Crs Hughes and Mawhinney

1.      That Development Application 2015.82 for the regularisation of unauthorised alterations and additions to an attached dual occupancy (including a rock retaining wall, concrete tower, deck and spa) be refused for the following reasons:

a.       The proposed development is inconsistent with the objectives of Clause 5.5 of the BVLEP 2013 and the principles of the NSW Coastal Policy as the development would have an unacceptable impact on a sensitive coastal location, being the Pambula River mouth and its environs in terms of scenic quality and amenity.

b.      The proposed development is inconsistent with the objectives of SEPP 71 Coastal Protection as the development fails to ensure the visual amenity of the coast is protected and the type, bulk, scale and the size of the development is inappropriate for the location. Further the development fails to protect and improve the natural scenic quality of the surrounding area.

c.       The proposal would not be in the public interest.

2.      That Council serve notice on the owner to have the unauthorised structure demolished.

3.      That the property owner reinstates vegetation to the satisfaction of Council to a standard consistent with the extent of vegetation that currently exists on either side of the tower as it currently stands.

4.      Those parties who made a submission be advised of Council's decision

In favour:             Crs Hughes, Tapscott, Mawhinney and Taylor

Against:                  Crs McBain, Seckold, Britten, Fitzpatrick and Allen

The MOTION was put to the vote and it was LOST.

 

A motion was foreshadowed by Crs Britten and Seckold

1.      That Development Application 2015.82 for the regularisation of unauthorised alterations and additions to an attached dual occupancy (including a rock retaining wall, concrete tower, deck and spa) be approved subject to conditions of consent as provided in Attachment 2 to this report.

2.      Those parties who made a submission be advised of Council's decision.

 

The foreshadowed motion was put to the vote and it was CARRIED.

 

83/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Seckold

1.         That Development Application 2015.82 for the regularisation of unauthorised alterations and additions to an attached dual occupancy (including a rock retaining wall, concrete tower, deck and spa) be approved subject to conditions of consent as provided in Attachment 2 to this report.

2.         Those parties who made a submission be advised of Council's decision.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Seckold, Britten, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Crs Hughes, Tapscott, Mawhinney and Taylor

 

 

9.    Staff Reports – Community, Culture and Leisure (Liveability)

Nil Reports.

10.  Staff Reports – Economic Development and Business Growth (Enterprising)

In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Cr McBain assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.

 

10.1

Purchase of 77-79 Auckland Street Bega

84/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen and Tapscott

1.      That Council formally resolve to declassify the subject report and attachments from the closed session meeting of 16 December 2015.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

85/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen and Tapscott

1.         That Council give notice of its intention to classify the land as Operational Land under Section 34 of the Local Government Act 1993. 

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

10.2

Purchase of 142-144 Imlay Street Eden

86/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and Seckold

1.         That Council formally resolve to declassify the subject attachment (valuation report) from the meeting of 12 August 2015.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

10.3

Community Support for the Heritage Restoration of the "Hotel Australasia" Eden

87/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and Seckold

1.         That Council resolve to call for expressions of interest from the community, seeking to progress the restoration of the Hotel Australasia site in Eden.

2.         That the expression of interest period be open for three weeks.

3.         That Council receive a report detailing the submissions made, and the assessment of those submissions.

4.         That Council continue to liaise with the Eden’s Australasia group throughout this process.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor and Fitzpatrick

Against:                  Cr Allen

 

11.  Staff Reports – Infrastructure Waste and Water (Accessibility)

In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Cr Fitzpatrick assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.

11.1

Bega Valley Local Traffic Committee - 6 April 2016

88/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Allen

That Council adopt the Bega Valley Local Traffic Committee recommendations as follows:

Parking and Traffic Arrangements – Littleton Gardens Precinct

1.         That thirteen Disabled car parking spaces with shared zones be approved in the following locations:

a)         Five within the car park off Gowing Lane, Bega and adjacent to the Sapphire Marketplace;

b)        Four along the southern side of Zingel Place, Bega; and

c)         Four within the Littleton Gardens car park off Zingel Place, Bega.

2.         That eight Seniors car parking spaces be approved in the following locations:

a)         Four within the car park off Gowing Lane, Bega and adjacent to the Sapphire Marketplace; and

b)        Four within the Littleton Gardens car park off Zingel Place, Bega.

3.         That Gowing Lane through to the Zingel Place roundabout be designated as one way with the installation of appropriate signage and line marking.

4.         That No Stopping zones be established as follows:

a)         Along the northern side of Zingel Place, Bega from the Zingel Place roundabout to the intersection of Gipps Street.

b)        Along the southern side of Zingel Place, Bega from the Zingel Place roundabout to the intersection of Gipps Street, with the exception of two 30 Minutes Parking zones, being 15 metres and 32 metres in length and including four designated Disabled car spaces.

5.         That an application to review the speed zone within the Littleton Gardens Precinct be referred to Roads and Maritime Services.

6.         That two restricted Loading Zones be established from 6am to 6pm at the northern end of the Littleton Gardens Precinct behind the Carp Street commercial properties as follows:

a)         A restricted Loading Zone be located at the western end for a length of 16 metres and width of 9 metres;

b)        A restricted Loading Zone be located at the eastern end from the edge of the Australia Post access driveway to the eastern edge of the manoeuvring area then south to the motorcycle parking area.

7.         That Special Event parallel car parking areas be established between the Loading Zones at the northern end of the Littleton Gardens Precinct at a length of 36 metres.

8.         That the previous parking restrictions be re-established within the reconfigured Littleton Gardens car park off Zingel Place, Bega, being 3 hour parking Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 6pm and Saturday from 8.30am to 12.30pm.

9.          That Council review its parking restriction time limits in the Bega shopping precinct and consult with Woolworths and the Bega Chamber of Commerce to determine a more suitable mix of hours of parking restrictions.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

4:04 PM Cr Fitzpatrick left the meeting and the Meeting was Adjourned in his absence.

4:10 PM The meeting recommenced with Cr Fitzpatrick returning to the meeting.

 

11.2

Re-naming of part Toallo Street, Pambula

 

Cr Britten declared a non pecuniary interest regarding Item 11.2, Re-naming of part Toallo Street, Pambula on the basis that he is a Director of a Company that owns property on Toallo Street.  A signed declaration form was tabled by Cr Britten for inclusion in the Register.

Cr Britten remained in the meeting room, but took no part in debate or voting on this item.

 

89/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Allen

1.    That Council leave the street as currently named as it is predominantly a commercial area.

2.    That Council investigate options for better signage in the area.

In favour:                          Crs McBain, Tapscott, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                              Crs Hughes, Seckold, Mawhinney and Taylor

INTEREST:NO VOTE           Cr Britten

Cr Fitzpatrick used his CASTING VOTE and it was RESOLVED.

 

 

12.  Staff Reports – Governance and Strategy (Leading Organisation)

In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Cr Mawhinney assumed the chair for this section of the agenda.

 

12.1

Town Crier

 

RESOLVED on the motion by Crs Fitzpatrick and Britten

That the matter be dealt with today.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

90/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Mawhinney

That Council acknowledge the request of Mr Moyse to operate as a town crier in the Bega Valley Shire without cost or commitment to the Bega Valley Shire Council.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Britten, Mawhinney, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Crs Seckold and Taylor

 

 

12.2

Major projects quarterly update

91/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Tapscott

That Council note the major projects update report.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

12.3

Actions from resolutions of Council - Status Report

92/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Taylor

That Council note the status reports on actions from Council’s Resolutions for the period 1 January 2016 to 31 March 2016.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

13.  Staff Reports – Finance (Leading Organisation)

In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Cr Hughes assumed the chair for this section of the agenda. 

13.1

Certificate of Investments made under Section 625 of the Local Government Act, 1993

93/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs McBain and Seckold

1.         That Council receive and note the attached report indicating Council’s Investment position.

2.         That Council note the Certificate of the Responsible Accounting Officer.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

4:29 PM         The Ordinary Meeting was reconvened.

14.

Adoption of reports from Standing Committees

94/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and McBain

That all motions except Item 8.3 as 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

 

Item 8.3     Modification to supermarket delivery hours, Bermagui Woolworths, Montague Street, Bermagui

A Motion was moved by Crs Hughes and Mawhinney

1.       That the Section 96 application to modify Condition No. 3 of Development Consent 2013.405 for the Woolworths supermarket at Lot 11 DPD 1210993, Montague Street Bermagui be refused for the following reasons:

A.        The conditions of consent as currently in place, are considered to provide a suitable and reasonable level of operational, flexibility adequately service the development as demonstrated by the operation of the development to date.

B          The proposed additional delivery hours would likely result in unacceptable impacts on the reasonable amenity of adjoining residential developments and accommodation providers on weekends and public holidays, in terms of additional traffic generation and its associated noise and light impacts

2.       That those persons who made submissions be advised of Councils decision

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Seckold and Mawhinney

Against:                  Crs Tapscott, Britten, Taylor and Allen

Abstained:             Cr Councillor Fitzpatrick

Cr Britten used his CASTING VOTE and voted AGAINST the motion and it was LOST.

A motion was foreshadowed by Crs Britten and Allen

1.         That the Section 96 application to modify Condition No. 3 of Development Consent 2013.405 for the Woolworths supermarket at Lot 11 DP 1210993, Montague Street Bermagui be approved.

2.         That Condition No. 3 of DA 2013.405 be modified to read as follows;

All deliveries to the development shall be restricted to the following hours:

Monday to Friday, inclusive                                     7am to 6pm

Saturday, Sunday & Public Hols                 8am to 6pm

3.         That those persons who made a submission be advised of Council’s decision.

The motion was put to the vote and CARRIED on the casting vote of the Mayor

95/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Allen

1.         That the Section 96 application to modify Condition No. 3 of Development Consent 2013.405 for the Woolworths supermarket at Lot 11 DP 1210993, Montague Street Bermagui be approved.

2.         That Condition No. 3 of DA 2013.405 be modified to read as follows;

All deliveries to the development shall be restricted to the following hours:

Monday to Friday, inclusive                                     7am to 6pm

Saturday, Sunday & Public Hols                 8am to 6pm

3.         That those persons who made a submission be advised of Council’s decision.

In favour:             Crs Tapscott, Britten, Taylor and Allen

Against:                  Crs McBain, Hughes, Seckold and Mawhinney

interest

did not vote:       Cr Fitzpatrick

Cr Britten used his CASTING VOTE in favour of the motion.

15.      Delegates Reports

 

15.1

Regional and Public Galleries Conference 2016

 

The report provided in the Agenda for the Conference was noted.

 

 

16.      Rescission/alteration Motions

There were no rescission/alternation Motions.

17.      Notices of Motion

 

17.1

Refugee Welcome Zone

96/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Seckold and Britten

Notice of Motion

1.      That Council seek approval from relevant authorities for the erection of a Refugee Welcome Sign at each end of the Shire.

2.      That Council use the wording suggested by the Refugee Council of Australia.

 

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor and Allen

Against:                  Cr Fitzpatrick

 

 

18.  Urgent Business

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Britten and Mawhinney

Suspension of standing orders for a late report for Bega Lands to be presented in the Closed Session.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Cr Hughes

 

19.      Questions On Notice

19.1    Parking - Merimbula

Cr McBain asked the Director Transport and Utilities if he could provide Councillors with information regarding  the potential to close Park St between Wonga Street and Palmer Lane to allow more car parking area.

Mr Sartori replied that Council is not able to close that section of Park Street as it is required to be maintained as access to the rear of business properties in Market Place.  It is the only access for those properties for deliveries and loading/unloading.

19.2    Council meeting and Councillor workshop days and times

Cr McBain asked the General Manager if she would provide Councillors with a staff report - to allow for accessibly of working people to become a Councillor and attend Councillor workshops and Council Meetings

The General Manager replied that there remains five more meetings until the Councillor Elections.  Council staff will be holding sessions to outline the process for Councillor Elections and being a Councillor at Bega Valley Shire Council.  Council will survey people elected to Council to assess which days and times are suitable for them for Councillor Workshop and Council Meetings.  Council will be clear in our advertising that you raised this issue to ensure that times are not a barrier to people considering standing for elections.

 

19.3

Tura Marrang Library and Community Centre - Room Names

 

Cr Liz Seckold asked that consideration be given to the naming of one of the meeting rooms at Tura Marrang Library and Community Centre, “Natarbora” in recognition of the Friendship Relationship between the Sub District and Natarbora (District Manatuto) and Bega Valley Shire signed in 2004.

This consideration also acknowledges the close links between the Bega Valley Advocates for Timor Leste and the Bega Valley Shire Council dating back 12 years in relation to the district of Natarbora

The question was taken on Notice by the Director Community Relations and Leisure.

 

20.  Questions for the Next Meeting

There were no questions for the next meeting.

21   Items of Interest Relating to Council Business

There was no Items of Interest Relating to Council Business.

22.  Confidential Business

 

 

Adjournment Into Closed Session

97/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and Seckold

1.    That Council resolve to adjourn into Closed Session to discuss the following confidential items:

22.1    Options for Council's Disability Services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme

Reason for Confidentiality

This item is classified CONFIDENTIAL under the provisions of Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act, which permits the meeting to be closed to the public for business relating to (a) the report contains personnel matters concerning particular individuals.

2.    That pursuant to Section 10A of the Local Government 1993, the press and public be excluded from the proceedings on the basis that the business to be considered is classified confidential under the provisions of Section 10A(2) of the Act as outlined above.

3.    That the correspondence and reports relevant to the subject business be withheld from access to the press and public as required by the Local Government Act 1993, Section 11(2).

In favour:             Crs McBain, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Cr Hughes

Statement of Cessation of Live Streaming for the period of the Closed Session.

The Chairperson advised that the recording of the meeting would cease for the period of the Closed Session of Council.

6:05 pm         The Ordinary Meeting was reconvened.

Statement of Re-Commencement of Live Streaming

The Chairperson advised that the recording of the Council Meeting would  recommence and reminded those present that Council meetings are recorded and live streamed to the Internet for public viewing. By entering the Chambers during an open session of Council, you consent to your attendance and participation being recorded. The recording will be archived and made available on Council’s website www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au. All care is taken to maintain your privacy; however as a visitor of the public gallery, your presence may be recorded.

 

23.  Adoption of reports from Closed Session

22.1

Options for Council's Disability Services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme

CL98/16

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen and Fitzpatrick

1.         That Council note the report.

2.         That Council endorse Option 1 from this report to:

             “Support the transition of its Community Options Program to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for a 36 month trial period, with a review and evaluation of operations to occur at the conclusion of this period.

3.         That Council reserve the right to cease involvement in the NDIS and delivery of disability services if the operational costs or program requirements place a financial burden on Council funds.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

22.2

Bega Lands

 

RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Allen and Fitzpatrick

That Council note the resolution of the Closed Session.

In favour:             Crs McBain, Hughes, Tapscott, Seckold, Britten, Mawhinney, Taylor, Fitzpatrick and Allen

Against:                  Nil

 

 

24.  Resolutions to declassify reports considered in closed session

 

Closure

There being no further business, the Chairperson closed the meeting at 6.06 pm.

 

Confirmed

Chairperson of the meeting of the Bega Valley Shire Council held on Wednesday, 27 April 2016.