Minutes of Ordinary Meeting of Council - 26 June 2017

Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Monday 26 June 2017.

Present

The Mayor, Councillor Greg Conkey OAM

Councillor Yvonne Braid OAM

Councillor Paul Funnell

Councillor Dan Hayes

Councillor Vanessa Keenan

Councillor Rod Kendall

Councillor Tim Koschel

Councillor Kerry Pascoe

Councillor Dallas Tout

In Attendance

General Manager (Mr R Knight)

Director Finance (Mrs N Te Pohe)

Director Community (Mrs J Summerhayes)

Director Commercial Operations (Ms C Angel)

Director Commercial Development (Mr P Somerville)

Project Advisor (Mr J Bolton)

Executive Director Riverina Regional Library (Ms K Wendt)

Manager Finance (Mrs C Rodney)

Manager Community Services (Ms M Scully)

Manager City Strategy (Mr T Kell)

Manager Executive Support (Mr S Gray)

Manager Procurement Services (Mr D Butterfield)

Manager Operations (Mr S Jewell)

Manager City Development (Mr H Singh)

Manager Livestock Marketing Centre (Mr P Martin)

Senior Project Manager (Mr D Woods)

Project Manager (Mr S Darby)

Strategic Asset Planner (Parks & Recreation) (Mr B Creighton)

Senior Town Planner (Ms A Gray)

Corporate Governance Coordinator (Mrs N Johnson)

Corporate Strategy Coordinator (Ms N Smith)

Environmental Coordinator (Ms C Hood)

Supervisor Pavement Operations (Mr A Mason)

Social Planning Coordinator (Ms L Saffery)

Team Leader Visitor Economy (Ms F Hamilton)

Cultural Officer (Ms T Miller)

Town Planner (Ms T Bolt)

Communications & Engagement Officer (Mr J Lang)

Risk & Assurance Coordinator (Mrs J Watkins)

Prayer

Almighty God,

Help protect our Mayor, elected Councillors and staff.

Help Councillors to govern with justice, integrity, and respect for equality, to preserve rights and liberties, to be guided by wisdom when making decisions and settling priorities, and not least of all to preserve harmony.

Amen.

Acknowledgement Of Country

I would like to acknowledge the Wiradjuri people who are the Traditional Custodians of this Land. I would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present of the Wiradjuri Nation and extend that respect to other Community members present.

APOLOGIES

No apologies were received.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

CM-1 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 22 MAY 2017

17/181 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors K Pascoe and T Koschel

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 22 May 2017 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

CM-2 EXTRAORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 29 MAY 2017

17/182 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and T Koschel

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Extraordinary Council Meeting held on 29 May 2017 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

CM-3 EXTRAORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 1 JUNE 2017

17/183 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and R Kendall

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Extraordinary Council Meeting held on 1 June 2017 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

Declarations Of Interest

Councillor R Kendall declared a Pecuniary Interest in RP–12 PCYC YOUTH HUB PROPOSAL the reason being that he has a direct ownership stake in a building adjacent to this site. This proposal will have a direct impact on the value of that building and PCYC have indicated in the past week that this decision of Council will determine if the proposal goes ahead and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor D Hayes declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP–12 PCYC YOUTH HUB PROPOSAL the reason being that in the business plan and proposals from PCYC they indicate that headspace may move into their premises. His employer receives the funding for headspace from the Federal Government in which they then commission out the service to another organisation. He doesn’t work for Headspace and does not oversee any financial or other responsibilities for headspace or for his employer and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor V Keenan declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-19 POL 109 PUBLIC ART POLICY AND PUBLIC ART PLAN REVIEW the reason being that Regional Arts NSW is a recent client and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor V Keenan declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-8 RFT2017/23 EUNONY BRIDGE DETAILED DESIGN PACKAGE the reason being that she has previously been in a bid consortium with the preferred tenderer and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor P Funnell declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-1 DA17/0140 – INTENSIVE LIVESTOCK AGRICULTURE (PEDIGREE POULTRY FACILITY) AND RELATED INFRASTRUCTURE INCLUDING FENCING, EARTHWORKS AND TREE REMOVAL AT ST OMER, 65 VINCENT ROAD, GREGADOO NSW 2650 LOT 152 DP 757231 the reason being that he has indirect dealings from the chicken industry but has no connection with the applicant and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor P Funnell declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP–9 INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING – ADOPTION OF DOCUMENTS the reason being that a speaker at the meeting in relation to this item is his neighbour and the Wagga Polocrosse Club use his equipment for the maintenance of the grounds and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor P Funnell declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-25 RIVERINA REGIONAL STRATEGIC WEED MANAGEMENT PLAN the reason being that he is now on the Board of Local Land Services although the development and endorsement of this Plan occurred prior to his appoinment and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor D Tout declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in M-3 SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETING – 26 MAY 2017 the reason being that his wife is a member of the Committee and vacated in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONFMM-1 MAYORAL MINUTE – INSURANCE SERVICES the reason being that the insurer within the report is owned by a body of which he is a director and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONFMM-2 MAYORAL MINUTE – COMMENCEMENT OF GENERAL MANAGER RECRUITMENT the reason being he is a director of an organisation that has submitted an EOI on this matter and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

PUBLIC DISCUSSION FORUM

RP-1 DA17/0140 - INTENSIVE LIVESTOCK AGRICULTURE (PEDIGREE POULTRY FACILITY) AND RELATED INFRASTRUCTURE INCLUDING FENCING, EARTHWORKS AND TREE REMOVAL AT ST OMER, 65 VINCENT ROAD, GREGADOO NSW 2650 LOT 152 DP 757231

Ms Margaret Orman – Speaking against the report
Mr Geoff Willis – Speaking against the report
Mr Wayne Miller, Aviagen Australia – Speaking in favour of the report

RP-4 PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLAN 2010 – AMENDMENT NUMBER 12 - DELEGATIONS

Mr Paul Eady – Speaking in favour of the report

RP-9 INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING - ADOPTION OF DOCUMENTS

Mr Martin Gregory, Wagga Wagga Rescue Squad – Speaking against the report
Mr Jeffrey Peeck, Wagga Polocrosse Club – Speaking against the report

Councillor R Kendall declared a Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 6:50pm.

RP-12 PCYC YOUTH HUB PROPOSAL

Mr Dominic Teakle, PCYC NSW – Speaking against the report
Mr Andrew Spliet, NSW Police – Speaking against the report (2 minutes only)
Mr Francis Elliott-Rudder – Speaking against the report (2 minutes only)

Councillor R Kendall re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:05pm.

RP-13 HARRIS PARK MASTER PLAN

Mr Matt Ward – Speaking in favour of the report

RP-19 POL 109 PUBLIC ART POLICY AND PUBLIC ART PLAN REVIEW

Mr Scott Howie – Speaking in favour of the report
Mr David Gilbey – Speaking in favour of the report

PROCEDURAL MOTION - CHANGE OF STANDING ORDERS

17/184 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors K Pascoe and D Hayes

That Council bring forward consideration of the following reports to follow the public discussion forum:

RP-1 DA17/0140 - INTENSIVE LIVESTOCK AGRICULTURE (PEDIGREE POULTRY FACILITY) AND RELATED INFRASTRUCTURE INCLUDING FENCING, EARTHWORKS AND TREE REMOVAL AT ST OMER, 65 VINCENT ROAD, GREGADOO NSW 2650 LOT 152 DP 757231
RP-4 PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLAN 2010 – AMENDMENT NUMBER 12 – DELEGATIONS
RP-9 INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING - ADOPTION OF DOCUMENTS
RP-12 PCYC YOUTH HUB PROPOSAL
RP-13 HARRIS PARK MASTER PLAN
RP-19 POL 109 PUBLIC ART POLICY AND PUBLIC ART PLAN REVIEW

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-1 DA17/0140 - INTENSIVE LIVESTOCK AGRICULTURE (PEDIGREE POULTRY FACILITY) AND RELATED INFRASTRUCTURE INCLUDING FENCING, EARTHWORKS AND TREE REMOVAL AT ST OMER, 65 VINCENT ROAD, GREGADOO NSW 2650 LOT 152 DP 757231

17/185 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and K Pascoe

That Council approve DA17/0140 for Intensive Livestock Agriculture (Pedigree Poultry Facility) and related infrastructure including fencing, earthworks and tree removal at St Omer 65 Vincent Rd GREGADOO NSW 2650 subject to the conditions outlined in the Section 79C Assessment Report for DA17/0140.

RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-4 PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLAN 2010 – AMENDMENT NUMBER 12 - DELEGATIONS

17/186 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and D Tout

That Council:

a reconsiders the previous public submissions received

b revises the exhibited amendments as outlined in the report

c adopt the revised amendments as amendment number 12 to the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-9 INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING - ADOPTION OF DOCUMENTS

17/187 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors K Pascoe and P Funnell

That Council, having considered all submissions received relating to the exhibited documents by the closing date of 24 May 2017:

a adopt the Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2017/18

b adopt the Asset Management Plans: Buildings, Recreational Assets, Sewer, Stormwater and Transport Infrastructure Networks 2017/18

c adopt the Workforce Plan 2017/21

d adopt the Fees and Charges for the financial year 2017/18

e adopt the Long Term Financial Plan 2017/27

f sets the interest on overdue rates and charges for 2017/18, in accordance with Section 566(3) of the Local Government Act 1993, at 7.50% per annum, calculated on a daily simple interest basis (set in accordance with the limit advised by the NSW Office of Local Government)

g makes and levy the following Rates and Annual Charges for 2017/18 under the relevant sections of the Local Government Act 1993:

i Residential – City and Suburbs rate of 0.78380 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable lands situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, excluding Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $665.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate

ii Residential – Other rate of 0.59020 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable land within the Council’s area, which, in the Council’s opinion, is land which:-

(a) is not less than two (2) hectares and not more than 40 hectares in area

(b) is either:

(i) not zoned or otherwise designated for use under an environmental planning instrument

(ii) zoned or otherwise designated for use under such an environmental planning instrument for non-urban purposes

(c) does not have a significant and substantial commercial purpose or character

Excludes Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $299.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

iii Residential – Villages rate of 0.52450 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value of all rateable land situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the villages of San Isidore, Gumly Gumly, Tarcutta, Humula, Uranquinty, Mangoplah, Oura, Currawarna, Ladysmith, Galore, Collingullie and North Wagga excluding Business - Villages and Rural land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $251.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

iv Business - City and Suburbs rate of 1.47300 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable non-residential land, which cannot be classified as residential, or farmland land in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993

A minimum rate of $638.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

v Business - Villages and Rural rate of 0.66070 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable land in the Council’s area, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, defined by Council Resolution 12/176, excluding lands defined as Business - City and Suburbs, Residential, and Farmland

A minimum rate of $107.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

vi Farmland rate of 0.35850 cents in the dollar, calculated on the land value of all rateable land, which, in Council’s opinion, qualifies as farmland as defined in Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993

A minimum rate of $289.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

Special Rate - Levee Upgrade

vii Residential - City and Suburbs Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.03182 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable lands situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, excluding Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993, within such centres of population

viii Residential – Other Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.02370 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable land within the Council’s area, which, in the Council’s opinion, is land which:-

(a) is not less than two (2) hectares and not more than 40 hectares in area

(b) is either:

(i) not zoned or otherwise designated for use under an environmental planning instrument

(ii) zoned or otherwise designated for use under such an environmental planning instrument for non urban purposes

(c) does not have a significant and substantial commercial purpose or character

Excludes Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993, within such centres of population

ix Residential – Villages Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.02098 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value of all rateable lands situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the villages of San Isidore, Gumly Gumly, Tarcutta, Humula, Uranquinty, Mangoplah, Oura, Currawarna, Ladysmith, Galore, Collingullie and North Wagga excluding Business - Villages and Rural land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

x Business - City and Suburbs Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.05925 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable non-residential land, which cannot be classified as residential, or farmland land in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993

xi Business - Villages and Rural Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.02650 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable land in the Council’s area, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, defined by Council Resolution 12/176, excluding lands defined as Business - City and Suburbs, Residential, and Farmland

xii Farmland - Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.00675 cents in the dollar, calculated on the land value of all rateable land, which, in Council’s opinion, qualifies as farmland as defined in Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993

xiii Sewerage Services Annual Charge of $498.00 per dwelling unit. Multiple residence properties are charged at $498.00 per residence, for all residences, and non-strata title residential premises on a single allotment (flats/units) situated within the Council’s centres of population, capable of being connected to the sewerage service scheme except when excluded by specific council policy, such charge being made in terms of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xiv Non Residential Sewer Charges

Access charge based on each and every meter connection per non-residential allotment for all non-residential premises and non-residential allotments situated within the Council’s centres of population, capable of being connected to the sewerage service scheme except when excluded by specific council policy, such charge being made in terms of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993.

Access charge based on Meter size for 2017/18 is as follows:

20mm	$152.00
25mm	$238.00
32mm	$389.00
40mm	$608.00
50mm	$950.00
80mm	$2,432.00
100mm	$3,800.00
150mm	$8,550.00

Non Residential includes:

(a) Non-residential strata

(b) Small community property

(c) land owned by the Crown, not being land held under a lease for private purposes

(d) land that belongs to a religious body and is occupied and used in connection with:

(i) a church or other building used or occupied for public worship

(ii) a building used or occupied for the purpose of religious teaching or training

(e) land that belongs to and is occupied and used in connection with a school (being a government school or non-government school within the meaning of the Education Reform Act 1990 or a school in respect of which a certificate of exemption under section 78 of that Act is in force), including:

(i) a playground that belongs to and is used in connection with the school; and

(ii) land that belongs to a public benevolent institution or public charity and is used or occupied by the institution or charity for the purposes of the institution or charity

(f) land that belongs to a public hospital

(g) land that is vested in the Minister for Health, the Health Administration Corporation or the New South Wales Health Foundation

(h) land that is vested in a university, or a university college, and is used or occupied by the university or college solely for its purposes

Usage charge

Per kl usage charge of $2.10 per kl will apply to all Non Residential Sewer customers except excluded by specific Council Policy, such charge being made in accordance with Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993.

xv Pressure Sewer Scheme – Annual pump maintenance charge (rural residential and villages). An additional sewerage service charge of $155.00 per pump for all premises connected to the sewerage system via a pressure service for the maintenance and replacement of the pump unit as necessary

xvi Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $315.00 per service on a per occupancy basis per annum for a once weekly service rendered in the centres of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of Ladysmith, Forest Hill, Tarcutta, Oura, Mangoplah, North Wagga and Gumly Gumly, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xvii Domestic Waste Management Service Charge Rural Residential of $315.00 per service to be applied to all properties utilising a waste collection service managed by Council, but outside Council’s defined waste collection service areas charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xviii Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $315.00 per occupancy per annum, for a once weekly service rendered in the centre of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga, and the villages of Ladysmith, Forest Hill, Tarcutta, Oura, Mangoplah, North Wagga and Gumly Gumly, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xix Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $32.00 for each parcel of rateable undeveloped land not receiving a service within the scavenging areas of the City of Wagga Wagga, and the villages of Ladysmith, Forest Hill, Tarcutta, Oura, Mangoplah, and Gumly Gumly, such charge being levied in accordance with the provisions of Sections 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xx Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $32.00 for each parcel of rateable residential land in the waste collection service areas including Lake Albert and Springvale where Council’s Waste Management collection service is not utilized. This only applies those properties that have been previously charged this rate on their notices prior to June 2012. Such charge being levied in accordance with the provisions of Sections 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxi Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $105.00 for each additional domestic bin, being an additional domestic bin provided over and above the three (3) bins already provided by the service, rendered in the centres of population, and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga, and the villages of Ladysmith, Forest Hill, Tarcutta, Oura, Mangoplah, North Wagga and Gumly Gumly, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxii Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $200.00 for each additional commercial bin, being an additional bin provided over and above the bin already provided by the service, rendered in the centres of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga, and the villages of Forest Hill, Ladysmith, Mangoplah, Tarcutta, Oura, North Wagga and Gumly Gumly, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxiii Commercial Waste Management Charge – Small Commercial Strata Properties to be applied to all commercial strata properties with a parcel area of less than 70 square metres not utilising a Council commercial waste service, and capable of using waste service funded by the body corporate - $105.00

xxiv Multi Unit Developments (Non Strata)

Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $315.00 for each rateable property with an additional bin charge of $105.00 to apply for each additional bin charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993. For the purposes of Council’s Fees and Charges the definition of Multi-Unit developments (Non Strata) involves the development of two or more residential units on a site at a higher density than general housing development. This reduced charge is available on application to Council, otherwise full Domestic Waste Service Charge of $315.00 applies, per occupancy.

xxv Stormwater Management Service Charges

Stormwater Management Service charges will be applicable for all urban properties (i.e. residential and business) as referenced below with the following exceptions in accordance with the Division of Local Government (DLG) Stormwater Management Service Charge Guidelines dated July 2006:

· Non rateable land

· Crown Land

· Council Owned Land

· Land held under lease for private purposes granted under the Housing Act 2001 or the Aboriginal Housing Act 1998

· Vacant Land

· Rural Residential or Rural Business land not located in a village, town or city

· Land belonging to a charity and public benevolent institutions

(a) Residential Stormwater Management Service Charge of $25.00 per residential property levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

(b) Residential Medium/High Density Stormwater Management Service Charge of $12.50 per occupancy: Residential Strata, Community Title, Multiple Occupancy properties (flats and units), and Retirement Village style developments. Subject to a maximum charge of $250.00 per rateable assessment levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

(c) Business Stormwater Management Service Charge of $25.00 per business property. Properties are charged on a basis of $25.00 per 350 square metres of land area. Subject to a maximum charge of $250.00 per rateable assessment levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

(d) Business Medium/High Density Stormwater Management Service Charge of $5.00 per occupancy - Business Strata and Multiple Occupancy Business properties. Subject to a maximum charge of $250.00 per rateable assessment levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

h requests a subsequent report to be provided to Council in relation to the request of $30,000 funding for a 72 inch ride on lawn mower for the Wagga Wagga Polocrosse Club, for further consideration

i requests a subsequent report to be presented to Council in relation to the request for funding of $92,342 for a specialised emergency vehicle with customised body by Wagga Wagga Rescue squad, for further consideration

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-12 PCYC YOUTH HUB PROPOSAL

Councillor R Kendall declared a Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 7:35pm.

17/188 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Tout and K Pascoe

That Council:

a based upon a minimum $18 million construction cost subject to confirmation received in writing of the required capital funding contributions from both the State and Federal Governments contribute a maximum of $3 million (excluding the budgeted interest cost to Council of $1,052,407) to the capital cost of the revised PCYC Youth Hub concept that is inclusive of four (4) indoor sports courts:

i) allowing PCYC to sell Council owned land in Spring Street (Lot 20 DP 22260) and the Council owned former laneway in Gurwood Street (Lot 1, DP 1208979) as a package with their existing site and retain funds generated from the sale of the Council land estimated to be $483,333

ii) the waiving of the S94A developer contributions of $152,420

iii) a cash contribution of an amount to make the total contribution by Wagga Wagga City Council to be $3 million (approximately $2,364,247)

iv) The amount in iii) to be funded in borrowings sourced from a budget transfer of the amount in iii) from the Long Term Financial Plan approved Bolton Park project funding

b provide the cash contribution upon completion of construction of the Youth Hub

c develop a formal funding partnership agreement with PCYC NSW for this contribution that incorporates the conditions outlined in this Council resolution and includes provisions for:

i) ensuring access and usage of the facility to current users of the Bolton Park facility (with the exception of gymnastics)

ii) allowing Council to access the facility free of charge for the hosting of a one (1) major event per year up to a maximum of four (4) days

d resolve the boundary discrepancy issue between Robertson Oval and the new PCYC Fitzhardinge Street location as a part of the agreement

e apply to the registered owners of Lot 306 DP 757249 and Lot 7069 DP 1043666 for consent to undertake a boundary adjustment as outlined in the body of this report

f develop a formal funding partnership agreement with PCYC NSW for this contribution that incorporate the conditions outlined in this Council resolution

g delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate to execute all necessary documents on behalf of Council

h note and approve the following budget variations required to be included in Council’s Long Term Financial Plan:

i) transfer of existing funded borrowings of $2,364,247 from the Bolton Park project to a PCYC capital contribution budget item (subject to confirmation of the proceeds from the Spring Street land sale) in 2018/19

ii) waive the S94A developer contributions of $152,420 noting that this reduces the funds that would have been available for public facilities across the community as outlined in the S94A Levy Contributions Plan

i advise the PCYC that this contribution is a one-off, and that no further operating contribution or subsidy will be provided

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

Councillor R Kendall re-entered the chamber, the time being 8:04pm.

RP-13 HARRIS PARK MASTER PLAN

17/189 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors K Pascoe and D Hayes

That Council:

a receives the draft Harris Park Master Plan

b place the draft Harris Park Master Plan on public exhibition for a period exceeding 28 days from 28 June to 28 July 2017, and invite public submissions on the draft document

c adopt the Harris Park Master Plan if no submissions are received

d note that if submissions are received, a further report will be presented to the Council following the public exhibition period:

i addressing any submission made in respect of the proposed Harris Park Master Plan

ii proposing adoption of the Harris Park Master Plan unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-19 POL 109 PUBLIC ART POLICY AND PUBLIC ART PLAN REVIEW

A Motion was moved by Councillors V Keenan and R Kendall.

That Council adopt POL109 Public Art Policy and endorse the revised “Enliven” Public Art Plan 2017-2021.

An AMENDMENT was moved by Councillor P Funnell and seconded by Councillor D Tout.

That Council:

a continue collecting 1% of all capital works funded by GPR (excluding sewer, grants, contributions, developer contributions, pure acquisition budgets)

b the first $50,000 raised annually to go to the public art reserve

c establish a community works reserve where any funds over and above the $50,000 can be held

d report back to Council with a scoping document which includes the ability for art projects to apply for funding from this community works reserve

The AMENDMENT on being put to the meeting was CARRIED and became the Motion.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE AMENDMENT

For the Amendment	Against the Amendment
Y Braid OAM	G Conkey OAM
P Funnell	D Hayes
T Koschel	V Keenan
K Pascoe	R Kendall
D Tout

17/190 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and D Tout

That Council:

a continue collecting 1% of all capital works funded by GPR (excluding sewer, grants, contributions, developer contributions, pure acquisition budgets)

b the first $50,000 raised annually to go to the public art reserve

c establish a community works reserve where any funds over and above the $50,000 can be held

d report back to Council with a scoping document which includes the ability for art projects to apply for funding from this community works reserve

e amend the draft POL 109 Public Art Policy to reflect the above changes and place on public exhibition

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM	D Hayes
G Conkey OAM	V Keenan
P Funnell	R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

At this stage of the meeting, the Chairperson called a short recess, the time being 8.45pm.

The Chairperson reconvened the meeting, the time being 8.51pm.

PROCEDURAL MOTION - ENGLOBO

17/191 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and P Funnell

That the standing orders be varied for the meeting as set out hereunder:

Items where councillors wish to speak
Items where no councillors wish to speak
Confidential
Matter of urgency
Closure of Meeting

That RP-10, RP-16, RP-17, RP-25 and M-2, be adopted as recommended in the business papers

REPORTS FROM STAFF

RP-1 DA17/0140 - INTENSIVE LIVESTOCK AGRICULTURE (PEDIGREE POULTRY FACILITY) AND RELATED INFRASTRUCTURE INCLUDING FENCING, EARTHWORKS AND TREE REMOVAL AT ST OMER, 65 VINCENT ROAD, GREGADOO NSW 2650 LOT 152 DP 757231was moved forward following the Public discussion forum.

RP-2 DA17/0209 - DEMOLISH EXISTING SHED AND CONSTRUCT NEW 8M X 4M SHED AT LOT 92 DP 1032019 11 DEPAZZI PLACE LAKE ALBERT

17/192 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and D Tout

That Council approve DA17/0209 for the demolition of existing shed and construction of a new shed at 11 Depazzi Place, Lake Albert, subject to the conditions outlined in Section 79C Assessment Report for DA17/0209.

RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-3 DA17/0100 - ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS TO EXISTING DWELLING AND 9M X 7M DETACHED SHED. 34 EVANS STREET, LOT 16 SECTION B DP 7096

17/193 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors K Pascoe and D Hayes

That Council approve DA17/0100 for a rear extension and detached 9m x 7m shed at 34 Evans Street Central Wagga, subject to the conditions outlined in the Section 79C Assessment Report for DA17/0100.

RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-4 PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLAN 2010 – AMENDMENT NUMBER 12 – DELEGATIONS was moved forward following the Public discussion forum.

RP-5 PLANNING PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE WAGGA WAGGA LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN 2010 - ANOMALIES

17/194 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council:

a support the planning proposal to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

b submit the planning proposal to the Department of Planning and Environment for Gateway Determination

c adopt the planning proposal to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 if no submissions are received

d receive a further report if submissions are received during the exhibition and submission period:

i addressing any submission made in respect of the planning proposal

ii proposing adoption of the planning proposal unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period

RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-6 RESPONSE TO NOTICE OF MOTION - YOUTH ENGAGEMENT

17/195 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and V Keenan

That Council endorse the proposed strategy to determine the best methods for youth engagement and leadership and receive a further report at the December 2017 Ordinary Meeting of Council detailing the findings and recommendations out of this consultation process with youth.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-7 RESPONSE TO NOTICE OF MOTION - COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

17/196 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council:

a receive the report outlining the many different mechanisms of community consultation

b request the General Manager or their delegate to commence a review of the Community Engagement Strategy

c request the General Manager or their delegate to ensure that the Internal / External Consultation section of future agenda items specifically refers to the Community Engagement Strategy and outlines how the Strategy has informed the subject of the agenda item being considered by Council, where appropriate

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-8 RESPONSE TO QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE

17/197 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council receive and note the report outlining responses to Questions/Business with Notice.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-9 INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING - ADOPTION OF DOCUMENTS was moved forward following the Public discussion forum.

RP-10 INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING PERFORMANCE REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDED 31 MARCH 2017

17/198 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and P Funnell

That Council receive the Integrated Planning and Reporting Quarterly Performance Report for the quarter ended 31 March 2017.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-11 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 31 MAY 2017

17/199 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors K Pascoe and T Koschel

That Council:

a approves the proposed 2016/17 budget variations for the month ended 31 May 2017 and note the balanced budget as presented in this report

b notes the Responsible Accounting Officer’s reports, in accordance with the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 (Part 9 Division 3: Clause 203) that the financial position of Wagga Wagga City Council is satisfactory having regard to the original estimates of income and expenditure and the recommendations made above

c notes details of the external investments as at 31 May 2017 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-12 PCYC YOUTH HUB PROPOSAL was moved forward following the Public discussion forum.

RP-13 HARRIS PARK MASTER PLAN was moved forward following the Public discussion forum.

RP-14 NEW YEAR'S EVE EVENT

17/200 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and V Keenan

That Council:

a endorses the recommendation to seek expressions of interest from suitably qualified businesses, organisations or community groups to deliver a family oriented New Year’s Eve event on 31 December 2017 generally in accordance with the report

b provides financial support toward the 2017 event up to the value of $45,000 utilising existing Wagga Live funding

c requests the expressions of interest not be limited to a free event

d requests the existing name of the event be reserved for use by the successful expression of interest organisation

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-15 NSW PUBLIC LIBRARIES ASSOCIATION SWITCH 2017 CONFERENCE

17/201 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and V Keenan

That Council:

a be represented at the NSW Public Libraries Association 2017 SWITCH Conference and Annual General Meeting to be held in Penrith on 21-24 November 2017

a appoint two Councillors as Council’s delegates to attend the conference

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

Councillor P Funnell nominated Councillor Y Braid OAM.

Councillor Y Braid OAM accepted the nomination.

Councillor K Pascoe nominated Councillor D Tout.

Councillor D Tout accepted the nomination.

Councillors Y Braid OAM and D Tout were duly elected as Council’s delegates to attend the NSW Public Libraries Association Switch 2017 Conference.

RP-16 SUBMISSIONS RECEIVED TO THE EXHIBITED DOCUMENT - DRAFT CITY OF WAGGA WAGGA CULTURAL PROTOCOLS

17/202 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and P Funnell

That Council:

a note all submissions and feedback received relating to the exhibited documents by the closing date of 29 April 2017

b adopt the amendments to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Protocols document for Councillors and Council staff

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-17 SUBMISSIONS RECEIVED FOR THE FINALISATION OF THE CITY OF WAGGA WAGGA'S DISABILITY INCLUSION ACTION PLAN

17/203 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and P Funnell

That Council:

a note all feedback received relating to the exhibited document by closing date of 24 May 2017

b endorse the recommended amendments to the document

c adopt the revised Disability Inclusion Action Plan which all Councils are legislated to have implemented by 1 July 2017

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-18 DRAFT CODE OF MEETING PRACTICE AND TERMS OF REFERENCE - PUBLIC FORUM PLANNING AND POLICY

A Motion was moved by Councillors D Hayes and V Keenan.

That Council:

a note that there were no submissions received during the exhibition period for the Draft Code of Meeting Practice

b adopt the Draft Terms of Reference for the Public Forum Planning and Policy

c adopt the Draft Code of Meeting Practice with amendments to Section 19, 29 and 77 as outlined in the report

An AMENDMENT was moved by Councillor P Funnell and seconded by Councillor K Pascoe.

That Council defer this matter until a workshop can be held with Councillors to discuss further options for meeting structures.

The AMENDMENT on being put to the meeting was LOST.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE AMENDMENT

For the Amendment	Against the Amendment
Y Braid OAM	G Conkey OAM
P Funnell	D Hayes
T Koschel	V Keenan
K Pascoe	R Kendall
	D Tout

17/204 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and V Keenan

That Council:

a note that there were no submissions received during the exhibition period for the Draft Code of Meeting Practice

b adopt the Draft Terms of Reference for the Public Forum Planning and Policy

c adopt the Draft Code of Meeting Practice with amendments to Section 19, 29 and 77 as outlined in the report

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-19 POL 109 PUBLIC ART POLICY AND PUBLIC ART PLAN REVIEW was moved forward following the Public discussion forum.

RP-20 POL 089 PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO AND INTERACTION BETWEEN COUNCILLORS AND STAFF POLICY

17/205 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors K Pascoe and P Funnell

That Council defer this matter following appointment of the General Manager.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM	D Hayes
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-21 POL 081 BUSINESS CONTINUITY POLICY

17/206 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Tout and R Kendall

That Council:

a endorse the draft POL 081 Business Continuity Policy, that is to be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days from 27 June 2017 to 25 July 2017 and invites public submissions until 8 August 2017 on the draft Policy

b receive a further report following the exhibition and submission period:

i addressing any submissions made in respect of the proposed POL 081 Business Continuity Policy

ii proposing adoption of the Policy unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-22 POL 087 MAJOR EVENTS, FESTIVALS AND FILMS SPONSORSHIP POLICY

17/207 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Tout and R Kendall

That Council:

a endorse the draft POL 087 Major Events Festivals and Films Sponsorship Policy, that is to be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days from 27 June 2017 to 25 July 2017 and invites public submissions until 8 August 2017 on the draft Policy

b receive a further report following the exhibition and submission period:

(i) addressing any submissions made in respect of the proposed POL 087 Major Events Festivals and Films Sponsorship Policy

(ii) proposing adoption of the Policy unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

Councillor P Funnell vacated the chamber, the time being 10.04pm.

Councillor P Funnell re-entered the chamber, the time being 10.06pm.

RP-23 DRAFT CONTAMINATED LAND MANAGEMENT POLICY

17/208 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors K Pascoe and T Koschel

That Council:

a endorse the draft Contaminated Land Management Policy and place on public exhibition for a period of 28 days from 27 June 2017 to 25 July 2017 and invites public submissions until 8 August 2017 on the draft Policy

b receive a further report following the exhibition and submission period:

i addressing any submission made in respect of the proposed Contaminated Land Management Policy

ii proposing adoption of the Contaminated Land Management Policy unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-24 FEASIBILITY OF LARGE SCALE SOLAR OPTIONS

17/209 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Tout and P Funnell

That Council:

a endorse conducting a feasibility study on large scale solar opportunities for Council

b approve the budget variation as detailed in the financial implications section of the report

c receive a further report detailing the outcomes from the feasibility study

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-25 RIVERINA REGIONAL STRATEGIC WEED MANAGEMENT PLAN

17/210 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and P Funnell

That Council:

a endorse the Riverina Regional Strategic Weed Management Plan 2017-2022 as outlined in the report

b receive a briefing on the new NSW Biosecurity Act and amended Council Noxious Weeds policy

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-26 GAS EASEMENT CREATION

17/211 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council note that part (a) of resolution 12/020 from the 30 January 2012 Ordinary Council Meeting is unable to be completed for the reasons outlined in this report.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-27 THORNE STREET CAFE - DA16/0204 - CONSIDERATION OF ANGLE PARKING IN THORNE STREET

A Motion was moved by Councillors D Hayes and V Keenan.

That Council invite the applicant to lodge a modification to delete Condition 37b from the consent for DA16/0204 under Section 96 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

The Motion on being put to the meeting was Lost.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
	Y Braid OAM
	G Conkey OAM
	P Funnell
	D Hayes
	V Keenan
	R Kendall
	T Koschel
	K Pascoe
	D Tout

Councillor D Hayes vacated the chamber, the time being 10.31pm.

Councillor D Hayes re-entered the chamber, the time being 10.33pm.

PROCEDURAL MOTION - SUSPENSION OF STANDING ORDERS

17/212RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and R Kendall

That Council suspend standing orders, the time being 10.33pm.

Councillor D Tout vacated the chamber, the time being 10:48pm.

PROCEDURAL MOTION - RE-INSTATE STANDING ORDERS

17/213 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors V Keenan and P Funnell

That Council re-instate standing orders, the time being 10.49pm.

Councillor D Tout re-entered the chamber, the time being 10:50pm.

RP-28 LIVESTOCK MARKETING CENTRE - PROPOSED EASTERN INTERNAL ROAD RE-ALIGNMENT

17/214 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a proceed with the realignment of the eastern internal road at the Livestock Marketing Centre

b approve the budget variation of $607,306 for the construction of an approximate 400m section of internal road (with kerb, guttering, and drainage) on the new eastern boundary of the LMC

c approve the transfer of $446,574 from the Livestock Marketing Centre Reserve to fund this variation

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

RP-29 AGENCY INFORMATION GUIDE

17/215 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and V Keenan

That Council adopt the Agency Information Guide as per the requirements of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

COMMITTEE MINUTES

M-1 TRAFFIC COMMITTEE MINUTES AND SUMMARY - 11 MAY 2017

17/216 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council receive the minutes of the Traffic Committee Meeting held on 11 May 2017, noting that it does not accept the recommendation of RP-8.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

M-2 RIVERINA REGIONAL LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING - 29 MARCH 2017

17/217 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and P Funnell

That Council:

a receive and note the minutes of the Riverina Regional Library Advisory Committee Meeting held on 29 March 2017

b endorse the draft Riverina Regional Library Management Plan 2017/18

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

M-3 SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETING - 26 MAY 2017

Councillor D Tout declared a Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 11:08pm.

17/218 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and V Keenan

That Council:

a receive and note the minutes of the Sister City Community Committee Meeting held on 26 May 2017

b endorse the amended Sister City Community Committee - Terms Of Reference

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe

Councillor D Tout re-entered the chamber, the time being 11:09pm.

QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE

The following Questions/Business with Notice to be addressed in the next available Business paper:

1. Councillor D Hayes queried the impact of the State budget on Council’s budget and financials and whether there was any detrimental impact.

2. Councillor V Keenan queried a response to her previous request for information on the transparency of the tender process – is there anything Council can do to make this information more available to the public?

3. Councillor R Kendall requested that staff have a look at the line marking on Bourke Street / Docker Street near the level crossing as it appears to be duplicated and hard to see at night.

4. Councillor K Pascoe congratulated Council and Council staff on the intersection redesign on the corner of Tarcutta and Thompson Streets.

closed COUNCIL

17/219 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Tout and T Koschel

That the Council now resolve itself into a Closed Council, the time being 11.13pm.

AT THIS STAGE OF THE MEETING THE PRESS AND PUBLIC GALLERY RETIRED FROM THE COUNCIL MEETING.

CONFIDENTIAL MAYORAL MINUTES

CONFMM-1 MAYORAL MINUTE - INSURANCE SERVICES

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 11:20pm.

17/220 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of the Mayor, Councillor G Conkey OAM

That Council:

a authorise the General Manager or their delegate to write to Statewide Mutual providing them with 12 months’ notice of Council’s intent to test the market for the provision of General Insurance

b receive a further report from staff before commencing any formal proceedings

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

At this stage of the meeting, all staff vacated the chamber with the exception of Risk and Assurance Coordinator, Mrs J Watkins, the time being 11.23pm.

CONFMM-2 MAYORAL MINUTE - COMMENCEMENT OF GENERAL MANAGER RECRUITMENT

Councillor R Kendall remained vacant from the chamber.

17/221 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of the Mayor Councillor G Conkey OAM

That Council engage Local Government NSW Management Solutions for the administration of the recruitment process for the General Manager in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993 and the activities outlined in the body of this report, to be undertaken in conjunction with Council’s People and Culture division.

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

Councillor R Kendall and staff re-entered the chamber, the time being 11.31pm.

PROCEDURAL MOTION - ENGLOBO

17/222 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and K Pascoe

That the standing orders be varied for the meeting as set out hereunder:

· Items where councillors wish to speak

· Items where no councillors wish to speak

· Confidential

· Matter of urgency

· Closure of Meeting

That CONF-2, CONF-3 to CONF-7and CONF 9, be adopted as recommended in the business papers.

CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS

CONF-1 EXTRAORDINARY AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE MINUTES - 23 MARCH 2017

17/223 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and V Keenan

That Council:

a endorses the recommendations contained in the minutes of the Extraordinary Audit and Risk Committee Meeting held on 23 March 2017 with the exception of part c in RP-6

b notes that the report referred to in part c of RP-6 is not required

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

CONF-2 COMPLIANCE AUDIT SERVICES - DEED OF VARIATION

17/224 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and K Pascoe

That Council:

a authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a deed of variation with Crowe Horwath (Aust) Pty Ltd (Crowe Horwath Albury) to cease the statutory audit services but continue its existing obligations for compliance audit services under Clause 4.2 of the Provision of Audit Services Contract (2013-019)

b authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all relevant documents as required

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

CONF-3 RFQ 2017-515 SUPPLY OF CAB CHASSIS TRUCK, CRANE AND TIPPING BODY

17/225 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and K Pascoe

That Council:

a accepts the offer of Wagga Trucks Pty Ltd for the supply of one Cab Chassis Truck, Crane and Tipping Body for the lump sum amount of $143,443.40 excluding GST

b authorises the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with Wagga Trucks Pty Ltd for the supply of one Hino FE 1426 Long

c authorises the affixing of Council’s Common seal to all relevant documents as required

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

CONF-4 RFQ2017-516 SUPPLY OF ONE WHEEL LOADER

17/226 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and K Pascoe

That Council:

a amend resolution 17/135 parts (a) and (b) of the report titled CONF- 2 – RFQ2017-516 Supply of One Wheel Loader adopted at the Ordinary Council Meeting on 24 April 2017 to be:

i accept the offer of Westrac Pty Ltd for the supply of one Caterpillar 962K Wheel Loader for the amount of $295,000 excluding GST

ii authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with Westrac Pty Ltd for the supply of one Caterpillar 962K Wheel Loader

b note that the only amendment in the resolution above is the model number of the Caterpillar Wheel Loader

c authorise the affixing of Council’s Common seal to all relevant documents as required

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

CONF-5 RFQ 2017-523 SUPPLY OF TWO WATER TANK UNITS

17/227 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and K Pascoe

That Council:

a accept the offer of Fuso Truck & Bus for the supply of two Mitsubishi Fighter Water Truck Tank Units for the lump sum amount of $377,540 excluding GST

b authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with Fuso Truck and Bus for the supply of two Mitsubishi Fighter Water Truck Tank Units

c authorise the affixing of Council’s Common seal to all relevant documents as required

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

CONF-6 RFQ 2017-526 SUPPLY OF THREE DRUM ROLLERS

17/228 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and K Pascoe

That Council:

a accept the offer of JCB Construction Equipment Australia for the supply of three Dynapac CA6000D Smooth Drum Rollers for the lump sum amount of $540,815 excluding GST

b authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with JCB Construction Equipment Australia for the supply of three Dynapac CA6000D Smooth Drum Rollers

c authorise the affixing of Council’s Common seal to all relevant documents as required

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

CONF-7 RFT2017/29 BULK C02 SUPPLY TO THE OASIS REGIONAL AQUATIC CENTRE

17/229 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and K Pascoe

That Council:

a in accordance with clause 178(1)(b) of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 (LG Regulation), decline to accept any of the tenders submitted in response to the RFT

b in accordance with 178(3)(e) of the Local Government Regulation, authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into direct negotiations with any person with a view to entering into a contract in relation to the subject matter of the RFT

c note that the reason for declining to invite fresh tenders or applications is that it is not expected that further market testing will provide a more satisfactory result

d note that the reason for entering into negotiations is that the evaluation identified inconsistencies between the tender specifications and operational requirements

e authorise the General Manager or their delegate subject to successful negotiations to enter into contracts in relation to the subject matter of the RFT

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

CONF-8 RFT2017/23 EUNONY BRIDGE DETAILED DESIGN PACKAGE

17/230 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors K Pascoe and T Koschel

That Council:

a accept the offer of SMEC Australia Pty Ltd in the lump sum amount of $268,379.38 excluding GST

b authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with SMEC Australia Pty Ltd for the detailed designs for a new Eunony Bridge

c authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all relevant documents as required

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

CONF-9 RFT2017/25 WAGGA WAGGA MAIN CITY LEVEE - STAGE 1 CONSTRUCTION

17/231 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and K Pascoe

That Council:

a in accordance with clause 178(1)(b) of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 (LG Regulation), decline to accept any of the tenders submitted in response to the RFT

b in accordance with 178(3)(e) of the LG Regulation, authorise the General Manager to enter into direct negotiations with any person with a view to entering into a contract in relation to the subject matter of the RFT

c notes that the reason for declining to invite fresh tenders or applications is that it is not expected that further market testing will provide a more satisfactory result

d notes that the reason for entering into negotiations is that the evaluation identified inconsistencies and provides opportunities to make these changes within the budget

e authorises the General Manager or their delegate subject to successful negotiations to enter into contracts in relation to the subject matter

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
Y Braid OAM
G Conkey OAM
P Funnell
D Hayes
V Keenan
R Kendall
T Koschel
K Pascoe
D Tout

Reversion to open COUNCIL

17/232 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and D Hayes

That this meeting of the Closed Council revert to an open meeting of the Council, the time being 11.43pm.

report of proceedings of closed COUNCIL

17/233 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors K Pascoe and D Tout

That the recommendations contained in the report of the proceedings of the Closed Council be adopted.

THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 11.50pm.

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MAYOR