Ordinary Meeting Minutes
Held on Wednesday 29 January 2020
At Council Chambers, Biamanga Room Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre Bega Commencing at 2.00 pm
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To:Cr Kristy McBain, Mayor Cr Sharon Tapscott, Deputy Mayor Cr Tony Allen Cr Robyn Bain Cr Jo Dodds Cr Russell Fitzpatrick Cr Cathy Griff Cr Mitchell Nadin Cr Liz Seckold |
Copy:General Manager, Ms Leanne Barnes Director, Assets and Operations, Mr Anthony McMahon Director, Community, Environment and Planning, Dr Alice Howe Director, Business and Governance, Mrs Iliada Bolton Acting Manager, Communications and Events, Mr Ian Campbell Minute Secretary, Mrs Bec Jones |
Statement of Commencement of Live Streaming
The Mayor made an announcement about live streaming requirements noting that:
Council meetings are recorded and live streamed to the Internet for public viewing. By entering the Chambers during an open session of Council, visitors consent to attendance and participation being recorded.
The recording is archived and made available on Council’s website www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au. All care is taken to maintain privacy; however as a visitor of the public gallery, presence may be recorded.
Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians of Bega Valley Shire
The Mayor commenced 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, to show respect to elders past and present.
Minutes Silence
The Mayor held a Minutes Silence in commemoration and respect for those who lost their lives during the tragic fire event.
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Apologies |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and Bain That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 11 December 2019 as circulated, be taken as read and confirmed. In favour: Crs Fitzpatrick, Bain, Nadin, Griff, McBain, Seckold, Tapscott, Dodds and Allen Against: Nil |
3. Declarations
There were no declarations of interest
Report by Mayor of deputations heard prior to the meeting
The following requests were heard prior to the meeting regarding:
Item 12.3 Special Rate Variation and draft Swimming Pool Strategy
• Mr David Jesson
Item 12.4 Council response to drive recovery and rebuilding
• Mr Nigel Ayling for Merimbula Chamber of Commerce
5. Petitions
There were no petitions.
7. Urgent Business
There was no urgent business.
8. Staff Reports – Planning and Environment
There were no Planning and Environment reports.
9. Staff Reports – Community, Culture and Leisure
There were no Community, Culture and Leisure reports.
10. Staff Reports – Economic Development and Business Growth
There were no Economic Development and Business Growth reports.
11. Staff Reports – Infrastructure Waste and Water
There were no Infrastructure Waste and Water reports.
12. Staff Reports – Governance and Strategy
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Nadin and SeckoldThat Council note that the 2018-19 Audited Financial Statements have been further delayed due to the current bushfire impacts on Council and State resourcing. In favour: Crs Bain, Nadin, Griff, McBain, Seckold, Tapscott, Dodds and Allen Against: Cr Fitzpatrick
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Nadin and Seckold
1. That the IP&R documents including the draft Revised Delivery Program 2017-2021 and draft Operational Plan 2020-2021, including Council’s Budget and Revenue Policy, the amended Financial Strategy and Long-Term Financial Plan (LTFP), the Swimming Pools Asset Management Plan, and the draft Fees and Charges 2020-2021 that were placed on an extended public exhibition over December 2019 and January 2020 be withdrawn so that redrafting can be made to accommodate Councils revised focus on rebuilding and recovery. 2. That the redrafted IP&R documents be presented to the 29 April 2020 Council meeting for consideration followed by a standard public exhibition period. 3. That the current 2019-2020 Revised Delivery Program and Operational Plan be reviewed with a report to the 19 February 2020 Council meeting outlining the progress made in the first six months and a report be presented to the 8 April2020 Council meeting outlining the activities and actions to be modified or reprioritised given the bushfire recovery focus.
In favour: Crs Fitzpatrick, Bain, Nadin, Griff, McBain, Seckold, Tapscott, Dodds and Allen Against: Nil |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Fitzpatrick and Nadin
1. That Council notify the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) that it will not be submitting an application for a Special Rate Variation for the 2020-2021 financial year as a result of the bushfire disaster declaration and continued campaign fires. 2. That Council maintain the meeting scheduled for 5 February 2020 to consider the volume of matters requiring attention in business as usual, which was originally scheduled for the consideration of the SRV application. 3. That Council abandon consideration of a Special Rate Variation. In favour: Crs Fitzpatrick, Bain, Nadin, Griff, McBain, Seckold, Tapscott, Dodds and Allen Against: Nil |
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Fitzpatrick and Allen1. That Council note the report. 2. That Council support the creation of a short term, up to two year, project team to focus on recovery and rebuilding and the engagement of a contract project team leader. 3. That a report be presented to Council, in March, outlining all available funding opportunities and proposals for their allocation for resolution. 4. That a report be provided to Council listing all Council projects that can be immediately put out to tender or expressions of interest with an emphasis on creating local employment. In favour: Crs Fitzpatrick, Bain, Nadin, Griff, McBain, Seckold, Tapscott, Dodds and Allen Against: Nil |
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12.5 |
2019/20 Bega Valley Bushfire Council rates, charges, fees update |
RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Tapscott and Nadin1. That Council formally extend its support to the members of our community who have been impacted by the 2019/20 Bega Valley Bushfire disaster and acknowledge the financial hardships faced by many. 2. That Council note that a full report outlining all proposed relief and waivers for rates, fees and charges will be presented at the meeting on 5 February 2020. 3. That Council provide appropriate communications to ensure the community is aware of the commitment of the Council to supporting the community through support by way of rates, fees and charges relief with details to be finalised in early February. In favour: Crs Fitzpatrick, Bain, Nadin, Griff, McBain, Seckold, Tapscott, Dodds and Allen Against: Nil |
13. Staff Reports – Finance
There were no Finance reports.
There were no Councillor Reports.
15. Rescission/alteration Motions
There were no Rescission/alteration Motions.
There were no Notices of Motion.
There were no Questions with Notice.
18. Confidential Business
There was no Confidential Business.
19. Noting of Resolutions from Closed Session
There was no noting of Resolutions from Closed Session.
20. Declassification of reports considered previously in closed session
There was no Declassification of reports considered previously in closed session.
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RESOLVED on the motion of Crs Nadin and Fitzpatrick That Cr Robyn Bain be permitted leave to make a statement In favour: Crs Fitzpatrick, Bain, Nadin, Griff, McBain, Seckold, Tapscott, Dodds and Allen Against: Nil Cr Bain thanked Mayor McBain for her leadership through the current Bushfire disaster, recognising this is the second time Mayor McBain has undertaken such a pivotal role.
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Closure
There being no further business, the Chairperson closed the meeting at 3:04pm.
Confirmed
Chairperson of the meeting of the Bega Valley Shire Council held on Wednesday, 29 January 2020.