AGENDA AND BUSINESS PAPER

 

 

Ordinary Meeting of Council

 

 

 

To be held on
Monday
26 March 2018

AT 6.00pm

 

 

 

Cnr Baylis and Morrow Streets,
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga

 

Phone: 1300 292 442
Fax: 02 6926 9199
Website: www.wagga.nsw.gov.au


NOTICE OF MEETING

In pursuance of the provisions of the Local Government Act, 1993 and the Regulations there under, notice is hereby given that an Ordinary Meeting of the Council of the City of Wagga Wagga will be held in the Council Chamber, Civic Centre, Corner Baylis and Morrow Streets, Wagga Wagga, on Monday 26 March 2018 at 6.00pm.

 

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Mr Peter Thompson

General Manager

 


WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCILLORS

 

 

Mayor

Councillor Greg

Conkey OAM

Deputy Mayor

Councillor Dallas Tout

Councillor Yvonne Braid

Councillor Paul Funnell

Councillor Dan Hayes

Councillor Vanessa Keenan

Councillor Rod Kendall

Councillor Tim Koschel

Councillor Kerry Pascoe

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

QUORUM

The quorum for a meeting of the Council is a majority of the Councillors of the Council who hold office for the time being who are eligible to vote at the meeting.


COUNCIL MEETING ROOM

 

 

 

 


Reports submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council to be held on Monday 26 March 2018.

Ordinary Meeting of Council AGENDA AND BUSINESS PAPER

Monday 26 March 2018

ORDER OF BUSINESS:

CLAUSE      PRECIS                                                                                                     PAGE

PRAYER                                                                                                                       3

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY                                                                          3

APOLOGIES                                                                                                                 3

CONFIRMATIONS OF MINUTES                                                                                   3

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST                                                                                    3

Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given

NOM-1         NOTICE OF MOTION - AIR COMPRESSOR ACCESSIBILITY AT WAGGA WAGGA BEACH                                                                                                      4

NOM-2         NOTICE OF MOTION - MANAGEMENT OF DERELICT HOUSES AND BUILDINGS                                                                                                                  5

Reports from Staff

RP-1            DA16/0595 - 24 LOT SUBDIVISION, BEST STREET, URANQUINTY, LOT 1 SEC 7 DP 759024                                                                                                 6

RP-2            DA18/0014 - CONTINUED USE OF PERGOLA, FIREPLACE AND PRIVACY SCREEN. 10 MACLEAY STREET, TURVEY PARK, LOT 11, DP 37353      10

RP-3            PLANNING PROPOSAL LEP17/0004 TO AMEND THE WAGGA WAGGA LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN 2010                                                                 14

RP-4            AMENDMENT TO WAGGA WAGGA DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLAN 2010 - CUT AND FILL AND NATURAL RESOURCE AND LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT 30

RP-5            Street Sweeper Stockpile - Waiving of Gregadoo Waste Management Centre Fees                                                                84

RP-6            Financial Performance Report as at 28 February 2018         87

RP-7            City Representation at the Annual RAF Memorial Ceremony in Hamont-Achel, Belgium                                                                  107

RP-8            KOORINGAL CASUAL CHILDCARE CENTRE INC - APPLICATION OF SEAL TO LEASE AGREEMENT                                                                             110

RP-9            Botanic Gardens Capital Works                                                 112

RP-10          Tumut District ANZAC Centenary Committee Sculpture Project  114

RP-11          Petition - Dunns Road                                                                      117

RP-12          PROPOSED ROAD CLOSURE APPLICATION - BURKINSHAWS LANE, TARCUTTA                                                                                                                119

 

 

RP-13          Performance Report - Combined Delivery Program and Operartional Plan - July - December 2017                                122

RP-14          CREATION OF EASEMENTS WITHIN LOT 114 DP 1213333 AT FOREST HILL    125

RP-15          Skyworks New Year's Eve 2018 Financial Support                 128

RP-16          PROPOSED LICENCE AGREEMENT TO THE WAGGA WAGGA WOMEN'S SHED INC                                                                                                         146

RP-17          Response to Questions/Business with Notice                         152

RP-18          National General Assembly - Call for Motions                    154

RP-19          Bomen Enabling Roads completion                                            157

RP-20          DRAFT WAGGA WAGGA REVISED FLOODPLAIN RISK MANAGEMENT STUDY AND PLAN                                                                                             160

RP-21          REFORECASTING OF 2017/2018 CAPITAL WORKS PROGRAM            208  

Committee Minutes

M-1              SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MINUTES - 15 FEBRUARY 2018 214   

QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE                                                                     224

Confidential Reports

CONF-1       MAJOR EVENTS, FESTIVALS AND FILMS SPONSORSHIP APPLICATIONS       225

CONF-2       Bomen Roads Review of Enviromental Factors (REF) implementation                                                                                 226

CONF-3       RFT2018/19 BOLTON PARK AMENITIES UPGRADE                              227

CONF-4       PROPOSED SALE OF COUNCIL PROPERTY - 34 JOHNSTON STREET, WAGGA                                                                                                               228

CONF-5       PROPOSED ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE - C & A RYALS PTY                   229

CONF-6       RFT2018/16 Provision of Trade Services                                     230

CONF-7       COMPULSORY ACQUISITION OF LAND BY RIVERINA WATER COUNTY COUNCIL - LOT 53 DP 1181931 AT LLOYD                                                            231

CONF-8       Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics (RIFL) Hub Heads of Agreement                                                                                         232  

 


PRAYER

 

 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

 

 

APOLOGIES

 

 

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1              Ordinary Council Meeting - 26 February 2018       

 

Recommendation

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 26 February 2018 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.

 

 

Attachments  

1.

Minutes - 26 February 2018

233

 

 

 

 

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                       NOM-1

 

Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given

NOM-1           NOTICE OF MOTION - AIR COMPRESSOR ACCESSIBILITY AT WAGGA WAGGA BEACH

Author:          Councillor Dan Hayes

 

Analysis:

This Notice of Motion is being presented to Council to call for a report on options available to install an air compressor at the Wagga Wagga beach.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council staff bring forward a report on options on installing an air compressor or similar item at the Wagga Wagga beach.

 

Report

I bring forward this Notice of Motion to:

 

·        Explore the challenges and opportunities of installing an air compressor or similar item at the Wagga Wagga beach

·        Improve the services at the Wagga Wagga beach to allow for floats, bikes and other items to be inflated at the beach rather than beforehand

·        Improve river safety by increasing use of floatation products at the river by inflation occurring at the river therefore allowing users to pack deflated devices when travelling to the river

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

N/A

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We are accountable and transparent

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

No specific issues identified.

Internal / External Consultation

N/A

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                       NOM-2

 

NOM-2           NOTICE OF MOTION - MANAGEMENT OF DERELICT HOUSES AND BUILDINGS

Author:          Councillor Dan Hayes

 

Analysis:

This Notice of Motion is being presented to Council to call for a report on options available to the Council for the management of derelict houses and buildings.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council staff bring forward a report on options on how they can improve the management of derelict houses and buildings.

 

Report

I bring forward this Notice of Motion to:

 

·        Explore the challenges and opportunities of improving the management of derelict houses and buildings

·        Improve the amenity of neighbourhoods where derelict houses and building are located

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

N/A

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Place and Identity

Objective: We are proud of where we live and our identity

Outcome: We have a strong sense of place

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

No specific issues identified.

Internal / External Consultation

N/A

 

 

  


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                          RP-1

 

Reports from Staff

RP-1               DA16/0595 - 24 LOT SUBDIVISION, BEST STREET, URANQUINTY, LOT 1 SEC 7 DP 759024

Author:                        Amanda Gray 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

Analysis:

The report is for a development application and is presented to Council for determination. The application has been referred to Council under Section 1.11 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP) as more than ten submissions have been received in objection to the proposal.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council refuse DA16/0595 subject to the reasons laid out in the Section 4.15 Assessment Report.

 

Development Application Details

 

Applicant

Wagga Wagga Local Aboriginal Land Council

Owner

Wagga Wagga Local Aboriginal Land Council

Development Cost

$400,000

Development Description

Subdivision of the subject site into 24 residential lots ranging in size from 666sq.m to 1066sq.m.

 

Removal of trees to allow for the development of the proposed lots

 

 

Report

Key Issues

 

·    Compliance with Wagga Wagga LEP and DCP

·    Removal of Native Vegetation

·    Submissions in objection to the development

 

Assessment

 

·    The application site is within the village of Uranquinty and is zoned as RU5 Village.

·    The proposed development is to subdivide an existing vacant block of land into 24 residential lots ranging in size from 666sq.m to 1066sqm.

·    It is proposed to remove 14 trees from the block to allow for the creation of residential building envelopes.

·    The objectives for development in the village zone are to provide for a range of land uses, services and facilities that are associated with a rural village and to protect and maintain the rural village character of the land.

·    The controls relating to development within the villages focus on the need to respect the underlying pattern of subdivision.

·    The surrounding pattern of subdivision is characterised by lots of 2000sq.m in size with 40metre frontages. Whilst there are examples of some smaller lots these are not considered to represent the character of the village.

·    A number of the trees proposed for removal are not dangerous or dying and are to be removed simply to allow for smaller sized residential blocks.

·    The redesign of the development to allow for the retention of trees on larger blocks has been encouraged by Council staff, however the applicants wish to proceed with the proposed layout as presented to Council.

·    The layout is not supported due to not complying with the character of the village and the unnecessary removal of native vegetation.

·    There are a number of submissions in objection to the development.

 

Reasons for Refusal

 

Based on the assessment of the development the application is recommended for refusal based on the following grounds:-

 

·    It is inconsistent with Section 2.3 of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010, specifically the Zone objectives of RU5 Village as the development does not protect and maintain the rural village character of the land.

 

·    It is inconsistent with Section 6.2 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 as the development does not respect the underlying subdivision pattern in this part of Uranquinty.

 

·    The proposed development by reason of the loss of native vegetation results in unacceptable impacts to the natural environment.

 

·    The development would create an undesirable precedent for urban type development within this part of Uranquinty which is not in the public interest.

 


Site Location

 

The site is in the northern section of the village of Uranquinty and extends to an area of 2.15hectares. There are a number of trees on the site at present.

 

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy

Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

 

Link to Strategic Plan

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have sustainable urban development

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

As the recommendation is to refuse the application there is the risk that an appeal could be lodged with the Land and Environment Court. The recommended reasons for refusal are justified in the Section 4.15 assessment report.

Internal / External Consultation

Full details of the consultation that was carried out as part of the development application assessment is contained in the attached s415 assessment report.

 

Attachments  

 

1.

DA16/0595 - Section 4.15 Assessment Report - Provided under separate cover

 

2.

DA16/0595 - Plan of Subdivision - Provided under separate cover

 

3.

DA16/0595 - Plan of Tree Removal - Provided under separate cover

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                          RP-2

 

RP-2               DA18/0014 - CONTINUED USE OF PERGOLA, FIREPLACE AND PRIVACY SCREEN. 10 MACLEAY STREET, TURVEY PARK, LOT 11, DP 37353

Author:                        Sam Robins 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

Analysis:

The report is for a development application and is presented to Council for determination. The application has been referred to Council under Section 1.11 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP) as the application is development for continued use of a pergola, fireplace and privacy screen at a residential premises, which includes a request to vary a numerical control by greater than 10% that has received an objection.

 

It is proposed to vary the cumulative site cover of outbuildings which is limited to 8% of the site area under control C4 of Section 9.4.4 of the DCP. The site cover permitted for this lot is 41.98m², the applicant proposes a site cover of 55.89m² being a variation of 33.13% from the control.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council approve DA18/0014 for continued use of a pergola, fireplace and privacy screen at 10 Macleay Street, Turvey park Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 subject to the conditions outlined in the Section 4.15 Assessment Report.

 

Development Application Details

 

Applicant

Anthony Saliba

Owner

Anthony Saliba and Kristy Saliba

Development Cost

$14,000

Development Description

Continued use of pergola, fireplace and privacy screen

 

Report

Key Issues

 

Variations to DCP Controls

Impact on Conservation Area

 

 

 

Assessment

 

·    The application is for continued use of a pergola, fireplace and privacy screen associated with an existing residential premise within the Conservation Area. The works are practically complete and were brought to Council attention by way of objection.

·    The site is zoned R1 General Residential and is within the Conservation Area.

·    The works are not inconsistent with the objectives of the R1 Zone.

·    The works are to the rear of the dwelling and consistent with the objectives and controls of Sections 2, 3 and 9 of the DCP with the exception of C4 of Section 9.4.4.

·    The variation to C4 of Section 9.4.4 of the DCP relates to the cumulative site cover of outbuildings on the site. The application proposes a variation to C4 of Section 9.4.4 of the DCP. This control states:

 

C4        The total cumulative floor area of all outbuildings on any one property shall not exceed 8% of the site area or a maximum area of 300m2, whichever is the lesser.

 

Under this control, outbuildings may not exceed 41.98m² (8%) of the site. The actual cumulative size of the outbuildings on site is 55.89m². This equates to 10.64% being a variation of 33.13% to the control.

·    The application was notified in accordance with the DCP provisions.

·    Council has received an objection to the application.

·    The assessment concludes that the development is acceptable subject to conditions of consent. 

 

Reasons for Approval

 

1.      The proposed development is consistent with the provisions of Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010;

2.      The applicable objectives of Sections 2 and 9 of the DCP are satisfied by the proposed development;

3.      The proposed variations of Control C4 of Section 9.4.4 of the DCP has been justified by the application;

 


Site Location

 

The site, being Lot 11 DP 37353, 10 Macleay Street Turvey Park, is located on the western side of the street five lots south of the junction with Erin Street.

 

 

Financial Implications

N/A


Policy

Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

 

Link to Strategic Plan

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have sustainable urban development

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

Refusal of the application may result in an appeal process in the Land and Environment Court which will have to be defended by Council. The reasons for refusal will have to be justified and withstand scrutiny and cross examination in Court.

 

Approval of the application is not considered to raise risk management issues for Council as the proposed development is generally consistent with LEP and DCP controls and the one proposed variation of a control is minor.

Internal / External Consultation

Full details of the consultation that was carried out as part of the development application assessment is contained in the attached 4.15 Report.

 

Attachments  

 

1.

DA18-0014 Section 4.15 Report - Provided under separate cover

 

2.

DA18 -0014 Statement of Environmental Effects  - Provided under separate cover

 

3.

DA18-0014 Additional Justification - Provided under separate cover

 

4.

DA18-0014 Plans - Provided under separate cover

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                          RP-3

 

RP-3               PLANNING PROPOSAL LEP17/0004 TO AMEND THE WAGGA WAGGA LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN 2010

Author:          Adriaan Stander 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

Analysis:

The purpose of this planning proposal is to reduce the minimum lot size for Lot 2 DP1045774, Butterbush Road, Lake Albert from 8 hectares to 4 hectares. This proposal was submitted by the owner, John Duke.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

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

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

c        receive a further report after the public exhibition period

i         addressing any submissions 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

 

Report

The Proposal

 

Council is in receipt of a planning proposal to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 to reduce the minimum lot size provisions applicable to Lot 2 DP1046774 from from 8 hectares to 4 hectares as per the illustration below. Currently there is an opportunity to create approximately 7 lots and the proposal will allow the creation of approximately 15 lots.

 

 

The proposed minimum lot size reflects the existing lot sizes in Butterbush Road. A more detailed description of the proposal with supporting information is attached to this report.

 

Site and Locality

 

The subject site is located in a rural residential area within Lake Albert and comprises of 76.64 hectares. It is zoned RU4 Primary Production Small Lots, with a minimum lot size requirement of 8 hectares under Clause 4.1 of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010. Surrounding lots range between 1.29 and 221 hectares in size.

 

The property gains access off Butterbush Road, which is a sealed public road that extends to the southern boundary of the subject land. A crown road (an extension of Cummins Road) forms a separation buffer to agricultural land adjacent to the east. The crown road potentially may also provide access for any future development of the land.

 

Key Issues

 

1.      Strategic intention for the locality

 

The proposal aligns with a number of directions under the Riverina Murray Regional Plan 2036 as well as the Wagga Wagga Spatial Plan 2013/2043 that support the growth of regional cities and greater housing choice. One of the directions of the Spatial Plan is to consider the reduction of minimum lot sizes in Lake Albert as part of a residential study. The Wagga Wagga Activation Strategy that is currently in draft will replace the Spatial Plan. It will reinforce the current actions of the Spatial Plan requiring further investigation into the intensification of this locality through a Housing Strategy that is already underway. The proponent has provided sufficient justification to support the proposal to proceed and not hold off until the completion of the anticipated land use strategies.

 

2.      Subdivision pattern

 

The existing Butterbush Road subdivision was developed between 2000 and 2008. The original parcel of land was approximately 170 hectares in size. Under the superseded Rural Development Control Plan of 2002, the land was zoned for small holding development with an average lot size of 8 hectares. Historically Council allowed the subdivision of small holding areas under the Rural Development Control Plan based on the average lot size as opposed to the minimum lot size. This allowed the land to be subdivided into 21 lots. The 21st lot (the subject land) was retained as a residue lot with the intention to further subdivide in the future.

 

There are opportunities to reduce the minimum lot size for the broader precinct and this will be considered as part of the Housing Strategy that is currently underway. The proposal to reduce the minimum lot size for the subject site to 4 hectares will allow the subdivision of the land consistent with the existing lot size and subdivision pattern along Butterbush Road. It will also provide greater flexibility in the subdivision design to improve integration with surrounding developments and create the potential to connect Butterbush Road to Dukes Road in the future.

 

 

 

 

3.      Services

 

The proponent has undertaken a service feasibility study to demonstrate that newly created lots as a result of a future subdivision of the subject site are able to be serviced. The report concludes that any future lots would be adequately serviced.

 

Assessment

 

This application has been considered in respect to the benefits for the community and the matters discussed in this report are all reflections of the public interest and community expectations through strategic direction and policy guiding documents. The proposal is supported for the following reasons:

 

1.      Generally complies with the provisions of the endorsed strategic documents, including Riverina Murray Regional Plan 2036 and Wagga Wagga Spatial Plan 2013-2043. Where inconsistencies exist, they have been justified. 

2.      Aligns with the Draft Wagga Wagga Activation Strategy that will replace the Wagga Wagga Spatial Plan 2013-2043.

3.      Meets all relevant Section 9.1 (previously Section 117) Ministerial Directions.

4.      Addresses all applicable State Environmental Planning Policies.

5.      Demonstrates that services can be provided to any future lots.

6.      Will result in lot sizes similar to existing lots along Butterbush Road.

 

Taking into account the full range of matters that have been considered as part of this assessment, it is considered that an approval of the proposal is reasonable and in the public’s interest. The full assessment report is attached to this report.

 

Next Steps

 

To comply with the NSW Department of Planning and Environment guidelines, and to support the planning proposal, Council staff will prepare a proposed timeline and additional information as an addendum to the proposal prior to submitting for Gateway Determination.

Financial Implications

In accordance with Council’s 2017/18 Fees & Charges, a Medium LEP Amendment (Medium Complexity) has a total application fee of $10,500 for which the proponent has paid. There are no requirements to amend the DCP therefore the $2,000 is not required to be paid in this instance.

Policy and legislation

Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010.

Link to Strategic Plan

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have sustainable urban development

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

·        An approval of the proposal may be subject to public scrutiny during the public consultation process and may put additional pressure on Council to consider the reduction of the minimum lot size requirements throughout the local government area.

·        Refusal of the application may result in an appeal process. The applicant has the ability to appeal Council’s decision by submitting the planning proposal to the Department of Planning and Environment through the pre-gateway review process. The reasons for refusal will have to be justified and withstand scrutiny and cross examination.

Internal / External Consultation

Consultation has commenced via internal referral. The proposal is supported.

Formal public consultation with adjoining land owners, the general public and referral agencies will occur after the Gateway Determination.

 

Note:         This proposal is of medium complexity. Planning proposals of major complexity or proposals involving more than one land owner are subject to additional public consultation prior to the Gateway Determination.

 

Attachments  

 

1.

LEP17/0004 - Application - Provided under separate cover

 

2.

LEP17/0004 - Assessment Report

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                                                 RP-3

 













Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                          RP-4

 

RP-4               AMENDMENT TO WAGGA WAGGA DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLAN 2010 - CUT AND FILL AND NATURAL RESOURCE AND LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT

Author:          Crystal  Golden 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

Analysis:

This report is to amend the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 (the DCP) to reflect changes to legislation and to provide more flexible controls in relation to cut and fill.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       support the amendment to the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

b       place the amendment on public exhibition from 31 March 2018 to 30 April 2018 (inclusive) and invite public submissions on the amendment until 14 May 2018

c        receive a further report following the exhibition and submission period

i         addressing any submissions made in respect of the amendment

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

 

Report

Council is currently undertaking a review of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP) with the aim to rewrite the DCP due to inconsistencies and difficulties experienced with interpreting the provisions. The rewrite will align the DCP with recent strategic documents, guides and directives.

 

The DCP rewrite is an extensive project and due to the timeframes associated with a rewrite; an interim amendment has been prepared to address pressing issues that need immediate attention.

 

Below are the details of the proposed amendments:

 

Section 5 – Natural Resource and Landscape Management:

Biodiversity reforms introduced the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 and amended the Local Land Services Act 2013. These changes commenced on 25 August 2017 to support sustainable development and productive farming that responds to environmental risk.

 

The reforms also repealed the Native Vegetation Act 2003, Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995 and the Nature Conservation Trust Act 2001.

 

The proposed amendments update references to legislation in line with the biodiversity reforms as well as tidy up other incorrect references. The proposed amendments are attached to this report.

 

 

 

Section 9 – Residential Development – Changing the landform – cut and fill

The proposed amendments to Section 9 relating to cut and fill will bring the controls in line with the current practices for approvals. This will streamline the process for both Development Assessment staff and the community.

 

The amendments propose to:

 

§  Remove the need for developers to obtain adjoining land owners consent.

§  Identify that Council will notify neighbours as part of the development application process.

§  Apply a consistent excavation height of 1.5m within 1m of the boundary.

§  Undertake administrative changes to clarify controls.

 

The proposed amendments are attached to this report.

 

Financial Implications

As this is an internally generated amendment to the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010, the collection of application fees is not required.

Policy and Legislation

Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016

Local Land Services Act 2013

Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

Link to Strategic Plan

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have sustainable urban development

Risk Management Issues for Council

No specific issues identified.

Internal / External Consultation

Staff have received support for the proposed amendments from the relevant internal sections of Council.

 

If the proposed amendments are endorsed, public exhibition will be undertaken for the minimum requirement of 28 days with a public submission period of 42 days. Notification of the public exhibition will be provided in the local paper and on Council’s website.

 

Attachments  

 

1.

DCP Amendment - Section 9 - Residential Development - Changing the Landform - Cut and Fill Controls

 

2.

DCP Amendment - Section 5 - Natural Resource and Landscape Managment

 

  


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                                                 RP-4

 


































Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                                                 RP-4

 




















Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                          RP-5

 

RP-5               Street Sweeper Stockpile - Waiving of Gregadoo Waste Management Centre Fees

Author:          Stephen Jewell 

Director:       Caroline Angel

         

Analysis:

The purpose of this report is to seek a waiver in Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC) weighbridge fees to transfer legacy street sweeper material currently stockpiled at Narrung Street.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       endorse the waiving of Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC) weighbridge fees for approximately 5,000 tonne of Council’s street sweeper material

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

 

Report

Street sweeper material has been stockpiled at Narrung Street for approximately 10 - 12 years. This site is used because of its close proximity to the CBD, where the majority of the sweepings originate. Taking sweeper material directly to the GWMC would drastically curtail the productivity of the sweeper.

 

The location being used was previously adjacent to the sewage treatment plant settling ponds. However, it is now directly opposite the entrance of the Marrambidya Wetlands and is negatively impacting the first impression of one of the city’s newest attractions. The material is also located within the floodplain which is another factor to consider in relation to its location (refer to Image 1).

 

The sweeper material is primarily a mix of dirt, dust and leaves, with a small volume of entrained rubbish (refer to Image 2). A survey of the site conducted in December 2017 estimated the current stockpile at 4,000 cubic metres, equating to approximately 5,000 tonnes of material. Staff investigated the option of using the material as cover for the cell but it cannot be used due to the unknown components in the material.

 

To ensure the present volume does not increase further, the material will be transferred to the GWMC at the end of each month. The cost to transfer the material each month is estimated to be around $3,000. This has been budgeted for in future years. A design for a transfer station has been completed but is presently sitting in the unbudgeted project list, this is estimated to cost in excess of $400,000.

 

To alleviate this legacy, staff are requesting that Council waive the GWMC weighbridge fees of approximately $275,000 for 4,000 cubic metres of material to get on top of the issue. The cost to transfer the material is estimated to be around $26,000 and it is requested that this be funded from the Solid Waste Reserve. 

 


Staff are investigating alternative stockpile sites and re-use opportunities for this material (and other Council materials) in the future to minimise costs and impact on landfill.

 

Image 1 – Site Location

 

 

Image 2 – Stockpile

 

 


Financial Implications

The total estimated cost of the weighbridge fees requested to be waived is $275,000. This is calculated by multiplying the estimated 5,000 tonne of material by the 2017/18 GWMC fees and charges rate of $55.00 per tonne.

 

It is proposed to fund the estimated $26,000 cost of transferring the material from Narrung Street to the GWMC from the Solid Waste Reserve. The Solid Waste reserve is in a surplus position and the proposed variation will not have any impact on the financial operation of waste services.

Policy and Legislation

Financial Assistance Policy (POL 078)

Sections 377 and 610 of the Local Government Act 1993

 

Link to Strategic Plan

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have healthy natural areas

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

·        If the fee is not waived the cost to transfer the materials to the GWMC will cause a serious overrun of existing operational budgets or curtail the delivery of budgeted services.

·        The material is stockpiled within the floodplain and is outside the levee.

·        The material is currently located at the entrance of one of the city’s tourist attractions.

Internal / External Consultation

Consultation has occurred between the Manager Operations, Manager GWMC, Manager City Compliance and the Executive.

 

  

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                          RP-6

 

RP-6               Financial Performance Report as at 28 February 2018

Author:          Carolyn Rodney 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

Analysis:

This report is for Council to consider and approve the proposed 2017/18 budget variations required to manage the 2017/18 budget and Long Term Financial Plan, and details Council’s external investments and performance as at 28 February 2018.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       approve the proposed 2017/18 budget variations for the month ended 28 February 2018 and note the surplus budget position as presented in this report

b       note 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 Council is satisfactory having regard to the original estimates of income and expenditure and the recommendations made above

c        provide financial assistance of the following amounts in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993:

i)       Beechworth to Bridge Walk Committee                                          $     85.00

ii)      East Wagga Kooringal Football and Netball Club Inc.                 $3,708.00

d       note details of the external investments as at 28 February 2018 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act

 

Report

Wagga Wagga City Council (Council) forecasts a surplus budget position of $7K as at 28 February 2018. Proposed funded budget variations are detailed in this report for Council’s consideration and adoption.

 

Council has experienced a negative monthly investment performance for the month of February.

 


Key Performance Indicators

 

 

 

OPERATING INCOME

Total operating income is 67% of approved budget, which is tracking to budget for the end of February (this percentage excludes capital grants and contributions). An adjustment has been made to reflect the levy of rates that occurred at the start of the financial year. Excluding this adjustment, operating income received is 86%.

 

OPERATING EXPENSES

Total operating expenditure is 64% of approved budget and is tracking to budget for the full financial year.

 

CAPITAL INCOME

Total capital income is 17% of approved budget. It is important to note that the actual income from capital is influenced by the timing of the receipt of capital grants and contributions relating to projects. This income also includes the sale of property, plant and equipment.

 

CAPITAL EXPENDITURE

Total capital expenditure including commitments is 38% of approved budget.

 

 


 

WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
1 JULY 2017 TO 28 FEBRUARY 2018

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT

 

ORIGINAL
BUDGET
2017/18
$'000

BUDGET ADJ
2017/18
$'000

APPROVED BUDGET
2017/18
$'000

YTD ACTUAL   EXCL COMMT'S 2017/18

COMMT'S 2017/18
$'000

YTD ACTUAL + COMMT'S
2017/18
$'000

YTD % OF BUD

Revenue

 

Rates & Annual Charges

(63,090,002)

0

(63,090,002)

(42,592,002)

0

(42,592,002)

68%

User Charges & Fees

(25,947,798)

(24,531)

(25,972,329)

(15,978,767)

0

(15,978,767)

62%

Interest & Investment Revenue

(3,154,163)

0

(3,154,163)

(2,604,183)

0

(2,604,183)

83%

Other Revenues

(2,984,954)

(68,335)

(3,053,289)

(1,613,175)

0

(1,613,175)

53%

Operating Grants & Contributions

(13,910,429)

3,243,773

(10,666,656)

(7,694,413)

0

(7,694,413)

72%

Capital Grants & Contributions

(13,704,984)

(26,347,933)

(40,052,917)

(7,477,548)

0

(7,477,548)

19%

Total Revenue

(122,792,330)

(23,197,025)

(145,989,356)

(77,960,088)

0

(77,960,088)

53%

 

 

Expenses

 

Employee Benefits & On-Costs

42,458,491

175,003

42,633,494

25,720,676

27,626

25,748,303

60%

Borrowing Costs

3,591,092

0

3,591,092

1,773,906

0

1,773,906

49%

Materials & Contracts

29,833,841

4,032,160

33,866,002

18,631,837

3,064,701

21,696,537

64%

Depreciation & Amortisation

34,477,729

0

34,477,729

22,985,152

0

22,985,152

67%

Other Expenses

9,453,285

160,986

9,614,271

6,588,088

132,763

6,720,850

70%

Total Expenses

119,814,437

4,368,149

124,182,587

75,699,658

3,225,090

78,924,748

64%

 

 

Net Operating (Profit)/Loss

(2,977,893)

(18,828,876)

(21,806,769)

(2,260,430)

3,225,090

964,660

 

 

Net Operating (Profit)/Loss before Capital Grants & Contributions

10,727,091

7,519,057

18,246,148

5,217,118

3,225,090

8,442,208

 

 

 

Capital / Reserve Movements

Capital Exp - Renewals

25,035,121

21,153,287

46,188,409

10,371,250

8,058,726

18,429,976

40%

Capital Exp - New Projects

16,898,302

26,456,159

43,354,461

12,189,685

9,437,711

21,627,396

50%

Capital Exp - Project Concepts

11,400,337

7,266,800

18,667,137

73,693

57,521

131,214

1%

Loan Repayments

2,474,343

0

2,474,343

1,649,562

0

1,649,562

67%

New Loan Borrowings

(7,215,980)

(3,903,710)

(11,119,690)

0

0

0

0%

Sale of Assets

(4,678,401)

(1,371,761)

(6,050,162)

(510,378)

0

(510,378)

8%

Net Movements Reserves

(6,458,101)

(30,778,715)

(37,236,816)

0

0

0

0%

Total Cap/Res Movements

37,455,621

18,822,060

56,277,682

23,773,813

17,553,957

41,327,770

73%

 

 

 

ORIGINAL
BUDGET
2017/18
$'000

BUDGET ADJ
2017/18
$'000

APPROVED BUDGET
2017/18
$'000

YTD ACTUAL   EXCL COMMT'S 2017/18

COMMT'S 2017/18
$'000

YTD ACTUAL + COMMT'S
2017/18
$'000

YTD % OF BUD

Net Result after Depreciation

34,477,728

(6,815)

34,470,913

21,513,383

20,779,047

42,292,430

 

 

 

Add back Depreciation Expense

34,477,729

0

34,477,729

22,985,152

0

22,985,152

67%

 

 

Cash Budget (Surplus)/Deficit

0

(6,815)

(6,816)

(1,471,769)

20,779,047

19,307,278

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




Revised Budget Result - Surplus/(Deficit)

$’000s

Original 2017/18 Budget Result as adopted by Council

Total Budget Variations approved to date

Budget variations for February 2018

RP-9 – Botanic Gardens report

$0

$7K

$20K

($20K)

Proposed revised budget result for 28 February 2018

$7K

 

The proposed Budget Variations to 28 February 2018 are listed below:

 

Budget Variation

Amount

Funding Source

Net Impact

Fav/ (Unfav)

 

1 – Community Leadership and Collaboration

 

Interest on Investments

($760K)

S94 Reserve Interest $26K

Sewer Reserve Interest $76K

Solid Waste Reserve Interest $21K

RRL Interest $5K

Fit for the Future Reserve Interest $94K

Fit for the Future Reserve Additional Transfer $34K

$504K

 

Council’s interest on investments income is estimated to outperform budget for the 2017/18 financial year by $760K - $2.8M full year budget, $2.4M received to the end of month February 2018.

This favourable budget variation is mainly due to the size of the investment portfolio, which has consistently maintained a larger balance (over $100M) than originally anticipated. The is mainly due to of a number of significant capital projects not being as advanced as originally predicted due to a number of factors.

The estimated $760K interest on investments income equates to the following positive budget variations for each fund:

·        General Purpose Revenue $538K (proposed to allocate $484K to other variations in this report and $20K to the Botanic Gardens variation report, plus an additional $34K to the Fit for the Future Reserve).

·        Section 94 $26K

·        Sewer Fund Reserve $76K

·        Solid Waste $21K

·        Riverina Regional Library $5K

·        Fit For the Future Reserve $94K

 

 

2 – Safe and Healthy Community

 

Traffic Parking Fine Income

$300K

Traffic Parking Contractor Expenses ($50K)

($250K)

 

 

Council has experienced a reduction in traffic parking fine income for this financial year due to the City Compliance team operating with reduced staff numbers for the majority of the financial year. This reduction in income has been partially offset through a reduction in administration fees in processing fines of $50K. The remaining unfavourable budget variation is proposed to be funded from additional interest on investments income of $250K. The City Compliance team are now operating with the full complement of staff.

 

5 – The Environment

 

Coolamon Road Bus Interchange

$60K

Traffic Committee Reserve ($60K)

Nil

 

 

Construction of a sealed 550m2 bus interchange is proposed to allow buses to park safely off Coolamon Road. This project has been identified by the Traffic Committee as a high priority project and will allow school students to safely board and disembark the school buses clear of traffic. It is proposed to fund the project from the Traffic Committee Reserve.

Estimated Completion Date: 30 April 2018

 

 

 

 

Lockhart Road Pavement Rehabilitation

$866K

RMS Regional Roads Repair Grant ($433K)

RMS Supplementary Block Grant ($199K)

($234K)

 

 

Council has been successful in obtaining funding under the Regional Roads ‘Repair’ Program from RMS. This funding is to be utilised for rehabilitation works on a 1.41km section of Lockhart Road. Council is required to match the funds 50:50. It is proposed to fund Council’s portion from the RMS Supplementary Block Grant of $199K and the additional Interest on Investments income of $234K.

Estimated Completion Date: 30 June 2018

 

SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)

$20K

 

 


Current Restrictions

 

WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL

 

RESERVES SUMMARY

28 FEBRUARY 2018

 

CLOSING BALANCE 2016/17

ADOPTED RESERVE TRANSFERS 2017/18

BUDGET VARIATIONS APPROVED UP TO COUNCIL MEETING 26.02.18

PROPOSED CHANGES for Council Resolution

REVISED BALANCE

Externally Restricted

 

Developer Contributions

(21,947,807)

3,374,249

4,733,577

(26,333)

(13,866,315)

Sewer Fund

(24,045,646)

1,229,992

4,609,319

(76,483)

(18,282,818)

Solid Waste

(15,824,723)

4,878,008

1,451,193

(20,997)

(9,516,519)

Specific Purpose Unexpended Grants/Contributions

(4,956,776)

0

4,956,776

0

SRV Levee

(1,167,316)

0

1,167,316

0

Stormwater Levy

(2,940,246)

(587,206)

451,268

(3,076,184)

Total Externally Restricted

(70,882,514)

8,895,043

17,369,449

(123,813)

(44,741,835)

 

 

Internally Restricted

 

Airport

(371,610)

(386,660)

266,472

(491,798)

Art Gallery 

(30,990)

(21,000)

0

(51,990)

Ashmont Community Facility 

(4,500)

(1,500)

0

(6,000)

Bridge Replacement 

(240,240)

(100,000)

153,573

(186,667)

CBD Carparking Facilities 

(891,982)

0

129,191

(762,792)

CCTV 

(64,476)

(10,000)

0

(74,476)

Cemetery Perpetual 

(157,605)

(125,146)

144,084

(138,667)

Cemetery 

(193,116)

(161,330)

100,000

(254,446)

Civic Theatre Operating 

0

(50,000)

0

(50,000)

Civic Theatre Technical Infrastructure 

(105,450)

(50,000)

57,100

(98,350)

Civil Projects 

(155,883)

0

0

(155,883)

Community Amenities 

(5,685)

0

0

(5,685)

Community Works 

0

0

(62,869)

 

(62,869)

Council Election 

(166,776)

(73,095)

0

(239,871)

Emergency Events 

(133,829)

(57,331)

(191,160)

Employee Leave Entitlements Gen Fund 

(3,184,451)

0

0

(3,184,451)

Environmental Conservation 

(131,351)

0

0

(131,351)

Estella Community Centre 

(230,992)

0

0

(230,992)

Family Day Care 

(169,356)

(123,944)

0

(293,300)

Fit for the Future 

(3,033,479)

(2,265,725)

606,074

(127,162)

(4,820,292)

Generic Projects Saving

(1,040,610)

20,000

93,727

(926,883)

Glenfield Community Centre 

(17,704)

(2,000)

0

(19,704)

Grants Commission 

(4,956,776)

0

4,956,776

0

Grassroots Cricket 

(70,992)

0

0

(70,992)

Gravel Pit Restoration 

(761,422)

0

25,000

(736,422)

Gurwood Street Property 

(50,454)

0

0

(50,454)

Information Services

(378,713)

250,000

8,000

(120,713)

Infrastructure Replacement 

(136,098)

(48,071)

954

(183,215)

Insurance Variations 

(28,644)

0

0

(28,644)

Internal Loans 

(674,661)

(851,794)

850,468

(675,986)

Lake Albert Improvements 

(53,867)

(50,000)

56,078

(47,789)


 

WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL

 

RESERVES SUMMARY

 

28 FEBRUARY 2018

 

CLOSING BALANCE 2016/17

ADOPTED RESERVE TRANSFERS 2017/18

BUDGET VARIATIONS APPROVED UP TO COUNCIL MEETING 26.02.18

PROPOSED CHANGES for Council Resolution

REVISED BALANCE

LEP Preparation 

(28,301)

14,636

11,120

(2,545)

Livestock Marketing Centre 

(7,267,731)

(1,180,017)

4,053,725

(4,394,024)

Museum Acquisitions 

(39,378)

0

0

(39,378)

Oasis Building Renewal 

(172,000)

(32,147)

121,000

(83,147)

Oasis Plant 

(1,115,347)

90,000

85,770

(939,577)

Parks & Recreation Projects

(79,648)

0

74,360

(5,288)

Pedestrian River Crossing (old Riverside) 

(198,031)

48,031

150,000

0

Plant Replacement 

(5,893,831)

1,804,934

1,059,675

(3,029,223)

Playground Equipment Replacement 

(59,181)

(105,679)

0

(164,860)

Project Carryovers 

(1,276,882)

0

1,276,882

0

Public Art 

(173,283)

(23,669)

53,969

(142,983)

Robertson Oval Redevelopment 

(86,697)

0

0

(86,697)

Senior Citizens Centre 

(13,627)

(2,000)

0

(15,627)

Sister Cities 

(36,527)

(10,000)

0

(46,527)

Stormwater Drainage 

(183,420)

0

25,177

(158,242)

Strategic Real Property 

(702,792)

0

(380,000)

(1,082,792)

Street Lighting Replacement 

(74,755)

(30,000)

0

(104,755)

Subdivision Tree Planting 

(272,621)

(20,000)

0

(292,621)

Sustainable Energy 

(520,442)

35,000

60,000

(425,442)

Traffic Committee 

(50,000)

(50,000)

0

60,000

(40,000)

Total Internally Restricted

(35,686,205)

(3,511,177)

13,918,973

(67,162)

(25,345,571)

 

 

Total Restricted

(106,568,720)

5,383,866

31,288,423

(190,975)

(70,087,406)

 


Section 356 Financial Assistance Requests

 

Two Section 356 Donation requests have been received for consideration at the

26 March 2018 Ordinary Council meeting.

 

Details of the donation requests are shown below:

 

·        Beechworth to Bridge Walk Committee  $85.00

 

The Beechworth to Sydney Harbour Bridge Walk group has requested the waiver of the hire fees for Bolton Park on the 6 April 2018 as part of the Beechworth to Sydney Harbour Bridge Mental Health Awareness Walk.

 

The group aims to raise awareness and remove stigma of mental health and suicide.

 

The above request aligns with Council’s Strategic Plan “Safe and Healthy Community – Outcome: we promote a healthy lifestyle”.

 

·        East Wagga Kooringal Football and Netball Club Inc. $3,708

 

The East Wagga Kooringal Football and Netball Club Inc. has requested Council’s  consideration for the donation of the costs of supplying an E1 Pressure Sewer  Pump which Council currently supplies at cost ($3,708) to residents wishing to install a E1 Pressure Sewer Pump on their property.

 

East Wagga Kooringal Football and Netball Club Inc. in their attached letter advise that they are constructing a new Amenities Block at Gumly Gumly (Gumly Oval managed by Gumly Trust).

 

The Gumly Oval grounds are used by various sporting groups including East Wagga Kooringal Football and Netball Club.

 

The Club President notes in the attached letter:

 

‘As you are most likely aware the Gumly Oval and Amenities are run by the Gumly Trust who in turn Lease the Ground to our Football Club. As such, the Football Club covers all Maintenance and improvement costs for the Ground and Amenities, a significant cost borne by the Members of the Club. These Amenities are available for use by a number of different organisations, at no cost to them. Organisations including Riverina Lions AFC – Training each week during the Football Season, Junior Representative Teams from Wagga and the Riverina – Training for representative Matches, Indigenous Football Carnival – held each Year and a number of other Charitable Bodies that require the Amenities that we have.”

 

Discussions with Club representative’s notes that the installation costs of the E1 Pressure Sewer Pump will be donated by voluntary labour (a qualified plumber).

 

The above request aligns with Council’s Strategic Plan :

 

Safe and Healthy Community – We promote participation across a variety of Sports and Recreation.

 

It is proposed that the cost of providing an E1 Pressure Sewer Pump from Council’s Depot Stores Inventory of $3,708 be funded from the Sewer Fund. The Sewer Fund has capacity to fund this request due to substantial savings in the Sewer Reserve following the withdrawal of the Oura Village and San Isidore Village Sewer Schemes in 2017/18. It is further noted that an additional $76,000 in interest income for the Sewer Fund has been advised as a positive budget variation in this report.

 

(Please note: The S356 Donation to the East Wagga Kooringal Football and Netball Club Inc. is proposed to be funded from the Council Sewer Fund and is thus excluded from the General Fund S356 available funds reconciliation below.)

 

General Fund Section 356 financial assistance available budget

$3,201.78     

Beechworth to Sydney Harbour Bridge Walk Group

($85.00)

 

Total Section 356 Financial Assistance Requests – 26 February     2018 Council Meeting

 

 

($85.00)  

 

Proposed balance of Section 356 financial assistance budget – available for requests received for the remainder of this financial year

 

 

$3,116.78

 

 

 


Investment Summary as at 28 February 2018

In accordance with Regulation 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005, details of Wagga Wagga City Council’s external investments are detailed below:

Institution

Rating

Closing Balance
Invested
31/01/2018
$

Closing Balance
Invested
28/02/2018
$

February
EOM
Current Yield
%

February
EOM
%
of Portfolio

Investment
Date

Maturity
Date

Term
(months)

Short Term Deposits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Banana Coast CU

NR

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.80%

0.81%

2/06/2017

1/06/2018

12

AMP

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.80%

1.61%

2/06/2017

1/06/2018

12

AMP

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.60%

1.61%

2/08/2017

2/08/2018

12

CUA

BBB

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.75%

0.81%

3/03/2017

2/03/2018

12

NAB

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.60%

1.61%

8/09/2017

7/09/2018

12

ME Bank

BBB

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.60%

1.61%

22/08/2017

19/04/2018

8

AMP

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.80%

0.81%

8/09/2017

5/06/2018

9

NAB

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.62%

1.61%

28/09/2017

28/09/2018

12

Auswide

BBB-

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.67%

1.61%

5/10/2017

5/10/2018

12

Auswide

BBB-

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.67%

0.81%

16/10/2017

16/10/2018

12

Auswide

BBB-

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.70%

1.61%

5/12/2017

5/12/2018

12

Auswide

BBB-

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.67%

0.81%

15/12/2017

16/07/2018

7

NAB

AA-

0

2,000,000

2.47%

1.61%

28/02/2018

28/05/2018

3

Police Credit Union

NR

0

2,000,000

2.70%

1.61%

28/02/2018

29/10/2018

8

Total Short Term Deposits

 

19,000,000

23,000,000

2.66%

18.53%

 

 

 

At Call Accounts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NAB

AA-

855,578

2,208,510

1.50%

1.78%

N/A

N/A

N/A

NAB

AA-

11,858,709

17,380,012

2.19%

14.00%

N/A

N/A

N/A

AMP

A

183,813

184,149

2.15%

0.15%

N/A

N/A

N/A

Beyond Bank

BBB+

149,301

149,438

1.00%

0.12%

N/A

N/A

N/A

CBA

AA-

58,281

65,223

1.35%

0.05%

N/A

N/A

N/A

Total At Call Accounts

 

13,105,682

19,987,332

2.10%

16.10%

 

 

 

Medium Term Deposits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RaboBank

A+

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.16%

0.81%

5/06/2017

6/06/2022

60

ING Bank

A

3,000,000

3,000,000

2.75%

2.42%

24/08/2017

26/08/2019

24

ME Bank

BBB

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.28%

1.61%

2/09/2014

2/09/2019

60

Rabobank

A+

1,000,000

1,000,000

4.10%

0.81%

5/12/2014

5/12/2019

60

Beyond Bank

BBB+

990,000

990,000

3.70%

0.80%

4/03/2015

4/03/2018

36

Beyond Bank

BBB+

990,000

990,000

3.70%

0.80%

11/03/2015

11/03/2018

36

BOQ

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.10%

1.61%

7/07/2017

7/07/2020

36

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.00%

0.81%

12/08/2016

12/08/2019

36

Rabobank

A+

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.20%

0.81%

25/08/2016

25/08/2021

60

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.00%

0.81%

31/08/2016

30/08/2019

36

Police Credit Union

NR

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.90%

0.81%

8/09/2016

10/09/2018

24

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.00%

1.61%

10/02/2017

11/02/2019

24

Westpac

AA-

3,000,000

3,000,000

3.10%

2.42%

10/03/2017

10/03/2022

60

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.92%

0.81%

16/10/2017

16/10/2019

24

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.92%

1.61%

6/11/2017

6/11/2019

24

BOQ

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.35%

1.61%

3/01/2018

4/01/2022

48

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.80%

0.81%

5/01/2018

6/01/2020

24

Total Medium Term Deposits

 

25,980,000

25,980,000

3.20%

20.93%

 

 

 

Institution

Rating

Closing Balance
Invested
31/01/2018
$

Closing Balance
Invested
28/02/2018
$

February
EOM
Current Yield
%

February
EOM
%
of Portfolio

Investment
Date

Maturity
Date

Term
(months)

Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BOQ

BBB+

2,021,000

2,022,200

BBSW + 110

1.63%

5/08/2014

24/06/2019

58

BOQ

BBB+

1,005,627

1,007,377

BBSW + 107

0.81%

6/11/2014

6/11/2019

60

BOQ

BBB+

1,005,627

1,007,377

BBSW + 107

0.81%

10/11/2014

6/11/2019

60

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

1,005,487

0

0.00%

0.00%

27/02/2015

27/02/2018

36

Macquarie Bank

A

2,031,734

2,021,254

BBSW + 110

1.63%

3/03/2015

3/03/2020

60

Heritage Bank

BBB+

1,001,058

0

0.00%

0.00%

7/05/2015

7/05/2018

36

Heritage Bank

BBB+

1,001,058

0

0.00%

0.00%

9/06/2015

7/05/2018

35

Westpac

AA-

1,010,057

1,011,397

BBSW + 90

0.81%

28/07/2015

28/07/2020

60

Bendigo-Adelaide

BBB+

1,013,497

1,008,357

BBSW + 110

0.81%

18/08/2015

18/08/2020

60

Bendigo-Adelaide

BBB+

1,013,497

1,008,357

BBSW + 110

0.81%

28/09/2015

18/08/2020

59

Westpac

AA-

2,020,114

2,022,794

BBSW + 90

1.63%

30/09/2015

28/07/2020

58

Suncorp-Metway

A+

1,016,956

1,018,866

BBSW + 125

0.82%

20/10/2015

20/10/2020

60

Westpac

AA-

4,059,428

4,064,224

BBSW + 108

3.27%

28/10/2015

28/10/2020

60

AMP

A

1,821,739

1,825,105

BBSW + 110

1.47%

11/12/2015

11/06/2019

42

CBA

AA-

1,017,696

1,019,126

BBSW + 115

0.82%

18/01/2016

18/01/2021

60

Rabobank

A+

2,062,530

2,049,172

BBSW + 150

1.65%

4/03/2016

4/03/2021

60

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

1,011,467

1,013,897

BBSW + 160

0.82%

22/03/2016

22/03/2019

36

CUA

BBB

2,021,554

2,025,554

BBSW + 160

1.63%

1/04/2016

1/04/2019

36

ANZ

AA-

1,019,526

1,020,936

BBSW + 118

0.82%

7/04/2016

7/04/2021

60

Suncorp-Metway

A+

1,022,386

1,024,336

BBSW + 138

0.83%

21/04/2016

12/04/2021

60

AMP

A

1,024,886

1,018,706

BBSW + 135

0.82%

24/05/2016

24/05/2021

60

Westpac

AA-

1,021,916

1,015,847

BBSW + 117

0.82%

3/06/2016

3/06/2021

60

CBA

AA-

1,020,396

1,021,806

BBSW + 121

0.82%

12/07/2016

12/07/2021

60

ANZ

AA-

2,045,352

2,033,272

BBSW + 113

1.64%

16/08/2016

16/08/2021

60

BOQ

BBB+

1,513,541

1,516,436

BBSW + 117

1.22%

26/10/2016

26/10/2020

48

NAB

AA-

1,014,557

1,015,617

BBSW + 105

0.82%

21/10/2016

21/10/2021

60

Teachers Mutual

BBB

1,502,787

1,507,736

BBSW + 140

1.21%

28/10/2016

28/10/2019

36

Bendigo-Adelaide

BBB+

1,012,357

1,007,107

BBSW + 110

0.81%

21/11/2016

21/02/2020

39

Westpac

AA-

1,015,637

1,016,786

BBSW + 111

0.82%

7/02/2017

7/02/2022

60

ANZ

AA-

1,016,196

1,010,347

BBSW + 100

0.81%

7/03/2017

7/03/2022

60

CUA

BBB

757,505

759,028

BBSW + 130

0.61%

20/03/2017

20/03/2020

36

Heritage Bank

BBB+

602,740

604,060

BBSW + 130

0.49%

4/05/2017

4/05/2020

36

Teachers Mutual

BBB

1,004,587

1,007,187

BBSW + 142

0.81%

29/06/2017

29/06/2020

36

NAB

AA-

3,029,841

3,031,311

BBSW + 90

2.44%

5/07/2017

5/07/2022

60

Suncorp-Metway

A+

1,012,677

1,008,227

BBSW + 97

0.81%

16/08/2017

16/08/2022

60

Westpac

AA-

2,006,576

2,009,234

BBSW + 81

1.62%

30/10/2017

27/10/2022

60

ME Bank

BBB

1,502,442

1,505,921

BBSW + 125

1.21%

9/11/2017

9/11/2020

36

NAB

AA-

2,014,234

2,002,356

BBSW + 80

1.61%

10/11/2017

10/02/2023

63

ANZ

AA-

1,502,967

1,503,867

BBSW + 77

1.21%

18/01/2018

18/01/2023

60

Bendigo-Adelaide

BBB+

500,969

502,284

BBSW + 105

0.40%

25/01/2018

25/01/2023

60

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

0

1,504,362

BBSW + 140

1.21%

6/02/2018

6/02/2023

60

Total Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt

 

55,304,201

53,771,824

 

43.32%

 

 

 

Managed Funds

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NSW Tcorp

NR

1,382,256

1,378,564

-0.27%

1.11%

17/03/2014

1/02/2023

106

Total Managed Funds

 

1,382,256

1,378,564

-0.27%

1.11%

 

 

 

Institution

Rating

Closing Balance
Invested
31/01/2018
$

Closing Balance
Invested
28/02/2018
$

February
EOM
Current Yield
%

February
EOM
%
of Portfolio

Investment
Date

Maturity
Date

Term
(months)

TOTAL CASH ASSETS, CASH
EQUIVALENTS & INVESTMENTS

 

114,772,139

124,117,719

100.00%

 

 

 

LESS: RIVERINA REGIONAL LIBRARY (RRL) CASH AT BANK

 

3,515,255

3,354,820

 

 

 

 

 

TOTAL WWCC CASH ASSETS, CASH
EQUIVALENTS & INVESTMENTS

 

111,256,884

120,762,899

 

 

 

 

 

 

Council’s portfolio is predominantly dominated by Floating Rate Notes (FRN’s) equating to approximately 43% across a broad range of counterparties. Cash equates to 16% of Council’s portfolio with Term Deposits around 40% and growth funds around 1% of the portfolio.

 

 

 

Council’s investment portfolio is well diversified in complying assets across the entire credit spectrum. It is also well diversified from a rating perspective. Credit quality is diversified and is predominately invested amongst the investment grade Authorised Deposit-Taking Institutions (ADIs) (being BBB- or higher), with a smaller allocation to unrated ADIs.

 

 

All investments are within the defined Policy limits, as outlined in the Rating Allocation chart below:

 

 

Investment Portfolio Balance

 

Council’s investment portfolio balance has increased from the previous month’s balance, up from $111.2M to $120.8M. This is reflective of the third quarter rates instalment being due at the end of February.

 

 

MONTHLY INVESTMENT MOVEMENTS

 

Redemptions/Sales – Council redeemed/sold the following investment securities during February 2018:

 

Institution and Type

Amount

Investment

Term

Interest

Rate

Comments

Heritage Bank Floating Rate Note

$1M

3 years

BBSW + 115bps

This floating rate note was sold prior to maturity and funds were reinvested in the new 5 year Newcastle Permanent FRN (see below).

Heritage Bank Floating Rate Note

$1M

3 years

BBSW + 115bps

This floating rate note was sold prior to maturity and funds were reinvested in the new 5 year Newcastle Permanent FRN (see below).

Newcastle Permanent Floating Rate Note

$1M

3 years

BBSW + 110bps

This floating rate note was redeemed at maturity and funds were reinvested in the new 5 year Westpac and UBS FRN’s in early March 2018.

 

New Investments – Council purchased the following investment securities during February 2018:

 

Institution and Type

Amount

Investment

Term

Interest

Rate

Comments

NAB

Term Deposit

$2M

3 months

2.47%

The NAB rate of 2.47% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this investment term. This term was chosen to fill a maturity gap within Council’s investment portfolio.

Police Credit Union (PCU) Term Deposit

$2M

8 months

2.70%

The PCU rate of 2.70% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this investment term. This term was chosen to fill a maturity gap within Council’s investment portfolio.

Newcastle Permanent Floating Rate Note

$1.5M

5 years

BBSW + 140bps

Council’s independent Financial Advisor advised this Floating Rate Note represented good value.

 

Rollovers – Council did not roll over any investment securities during January 2018.

MONTHLY PERFORMANCE

 

Interest/growth/capital gains for the month totalled $214,589, which compares unfavourably with the budget for the period of $235,087, underperforming budget for February by $20,498.

 

Included in this report is a positive budget variation to increase the investment income budget by $760K up to $3.6M.

 

It should be noted that many of Councils FRNs continue to trade at a premium. The capital market value of these FRN investments will fluctuate from month to month and Council continues to receive the coupon payments and the face value of the investment security when sold or at maturity.

 

It is also important to note Council’s investment portfolio balance has consistently been over $100M recently, which is tracking well above what was originally predicted. This is mainly due to the timing of some of the major projects that are either not yet commenced or not as advanced as originally predicted. It was originally anticipated that over the remainder of the 2017/18 financial year the portfolio balance will reduce in line with the completion of major projects. Further analysis of the capital works program and revised timing on some of the projects is currently underway and is planned to be reported to Council separately.

 

 

The longer-dated deposits in the portfolio, particularly those locked in above 4% yields, have previously anchored Council’s portfolio performance. It should be noted that the portfolio now only includes two investments yielding above 4% and Council will inevitably see a fall in investment income over the coming months compared with previous periods. Council staff and Council’s Independent Financial Advisor will continue to identify opportunities to lock in higher yielding investments as they become available.

 

In comparison to the AusBond Bank Bill Index* (+1.75%pa), Council’s investment portfolio in total returned 2.52% for February. Short-term deposits returned 2.66%. These funds are utilised for daily cash flow management and need to be available to meet operating and contractual payments as they come due.

 

 

* The AusBond Bank Bill Index is the leading benchmark for the Australian fixed income market. It is interpolated from the RBA Cash rate, 1 month and 3 month Bank Bill Swap rates.

Report by Responsible Accounting Officer

I hereby certify that all of the above investments have been made in accordance with the provision of Section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993 and the regulations there under, and in accordance with the Investments Policy adopted by Council on 26 August 2013.

 

Carolyn Rodney

Responsible Accounting Officer

 

Policy and Legislation

Budget variations are reported in accordance with Council’s POL 052 Budget Policy.

 

Investments are reported in accordance with Council’s POL 075 Investment Policy.

 

Local Government Act 1993

 

625   How may councils invest?

(1)  A council may invest money that is not, for the time being, required by the council for any other purpose.

(2)  Money may be invested only in a form of investment notified by order of the Minister published in the Gazette.

(3)  An order of the Minister notifying a form of investment for the purposes of this section must not be made without the approval of the Treasurer.

(4)  The acquisition, in accordance with section 358, of a controlling interest in a corporation or an entity within the meaning of that section is not an investment for the purposes of this section.

 

Local Government (General) Regulation 2005

 

212   Reports on council investments

(1)  The responsible accounting officer of a council:

(a)  must provide the council with a written report (setting out details of all money that the council has invested under section 625 of the Act) to be presented:

(i)  if only one ordinary meeting of the council is held in a month, at that meeting, or

(ii)  if more than one such meeting is held in a month, at whichever of those meetings the council by resolution determines, and

(b)  must include in the report a certificate as to whether or not the investment has been made in accordance with the Act, the regulations and the council’s investment policies.

(2)  The report must be made up to the last day of the month immediately preceding the meeting.

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We are accountable and transparent

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

This report is a control mechanism that assists in addressing the following potential risks to Council:

·        Loss of investment income or capital resulting from ongoing management of investments, especially during difficult economic times

·        Failure to demonstrate to the community that its funds are being expended in an efficient and effective manner

 

Internal / External Consultation

Council’s Community Engagement Strategy and IAP2 considers the community to be “any individual or group of individuals, organisation or political entity with an interest in the outcome of a decision….”

 

All relevant areas within the Council have consulted with the Finance Division in regards to the budget variations listed in this report.

 

The Finance Division has consulted with relevant external parties to confirm Council’s investment portfolio balances.

 

Attachments  

 

1.

Section 356 Donation Request - Beechworth to Sydney Harbour Bridge Walk Group

 

2.

Section 356 Donation Request - East Wagga Kooringal Football and Netball Club Inc.

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                                                 RP-6

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                                                 RP-6

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                          RP-7

 

RP-7               City Representation at the Annual RAF Memorial Ceremony in Hamont-Achel, Belgium

Author:                        Scott Gray 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

Analysis:

On 23 June 2018 the municipality of Hamont-Achel in Belgium will hold their annual RAF Memorial Ceremony commemorating the courage of the fallen airmen who gave their lives including, one in particular, who saved the small town during the Second World War. Scott Cochrane has sent a letter to the Mayor requesting to represent the city of Wagga Wagga.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council endorse Mr Scott Cochrane representing Wagga Wagga at the annual RAF Memorial Ceremony for the Diamond Anniversary which is been held in Belgium this year.

 

Report

The Mayor has received the attached letter from Mr Scott Cochrane who is requesting to represent Wagga Wagga at the annual RAF Memorial Ceremony in Hamont-Achel, Belgium on 23 June 2018 to commemorate the courage of fallen airmen who gave their lives during the Second World War.

 

In particular, Robert Bruce Meiklejohn will be recognised for the significant importance of his heroic deed on the fateful evening of 21 June 1943. The plane piloted by Flying Officer Meiklejohn was seriously hit and was falling to the ground. He remained at the controls allowing crew members to abandon the aircraft and in a final act of heroism he steered the doomed plane (still equipped with its bombload) away from the village of Achel, where it would otherwise have crashed in the centre of the village. The people of Hamont-Achel hold his actions among the highest in the town’s history and for years he has been regarded as “The Man from Wagga who saved our town”.

 

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the crash of EF-366 and Mr Cochrane has been personally invited by the Hamont-Achel RAF Memorial Committee to attend this year’s Diamond Anniversary.

 

While attending the ceremony, Mr Cochrane would like to officially represent the city of Wagga Wagga and carry out any formal requirements necessary.

 

Financial Implications

There are no financial implications of this decision. Mr Cochrane is expected to fully fund his attendance.

Policy and Legislation

N/A

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We are active community members

Outcome: We recognise we all have a role to play

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

No specific issues identified.

Internal / External Consultation

No consultation has occurred outside of the conversation between the Mayor and Mr Scott Cochrane and the letter received.

 

Attachments  

 

1.

Diamond Anniversary Ceremony - Hamont-Achel - Letter from Scott Cochrane.pdf

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                                                 RP-7

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                          RP-8

 

RP-8               KOORINGAL CASUAL CHILDCARE CENTRE INC - APPLICATION OF SEAL TO LEASE AGREEMENT

Author:          David Butterfield 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

Analysis:

This report is required to correct an earlier resolution to allow application of Council’s Common Seal by the General Manager under delegation.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate to execute the lease and associated documents between Kooringal Casual Childcare Centre Incorporated and Wagga Wagga City Council Crown Reserve Reserve Trust under Council’s Common Seal.

 

Report

On 29 January 2018 by resolution 18/018 Council resolved to negotiate renewal of various community, cultural and sporting agreements including the Wagga Wagga City Council Crown Reserve Reserve Trust Lease agreement to Kooringal Casual Childcare Centre Incorporated. The resolution provided:

 

That Council:

a.   agree to delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate to negotiate renewal of the community, cultural or sporting association lease and licence agreements as detailed in the body of this report

b.   delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate to execute the agreements on behalf of Council

 

The NSW Department of Industry – Crown Lands and Water Division (Crown Lands) requires registration of the lease and associated documents with Land Registry Services (LRS). 

 

Council officers have been advised by Land Registry Services (LRS) that lease documents must now be executed under Council’s Common Seal to be acceptable for registration. In accordance with the delegations provided to the General Manager, the use of the Common Seal of the Council may only be affixed with a specific resolution of the Council.

     

Financial Implications

N/A


Policy and Legislation

Delegation 2.03 provided by Council to the General Manager is relevant (excerpt below):

 

2.03 To sign any document required to be executed to give effect to a prior resolution of the Council or which the Council would be required to sign for the purpose listed as follows provided that the Common Seal of the Council shall only be affixed to any document in accordance with a specific resolution of the Council:…the lease of any land or other property…

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: City of Wagga Wagga services reflect the needs of the community

Outcome: The City of Wagga Wagga has efficient and effective processes

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

No specific issues identified.

Internal / External Consultation

Council’s Solicitors

NSW Department of Industry – Crown Lands and Water

 

 

  

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                          RP-9

 

RP-9               Botanic Gardens Capital Works

Author:          Stephen Jewell 

Director:       Caroline Angel

         

Analysis:

The project is for:

·        stage one of the replacement of the security fencing at the Botanic Gardens Zoo

·        redevelopment of the donkey enclosure

·        replacement of the security fencing at the Parks Depot

·        refurbishment of the Tree Chapel

·        budget for the Botanic Gardens 50th Anniversary celebrations

·        signage at the Botanic Gardens.

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       approve the required renewal capital works at the Botanic Gardens site

b       approve the budget variations as detailed in the budget section of the report

 

Report

The funding request will enable work to be undertaken on assets within the Botanic Garden precinct. These works are all required urgently. It is proposed for these works to be completed within the 2018 calendar year, in time for the 50th anniversary of the opening of the gardens.

 

The components to the project are:

1.      Stage one of the replacement of the security fencing at the Botanic Gardens Zoo – the present fencing does not meet Department of Primary Industry standards for a perimeter fence for a zoo facility. The first stage involves replacement of 170 metres of fencing. This particular section of fencing is often breached by vandals and youths seeking access to the site. This section forms the frontage of the zoo and is in a dilapidated state - $119,300.

2.      Redevelopment of the donkey enclosure – the present enclosure is not fit for purpose. All of the internal large animal enclosures are in poor to very poor condition, however the donkey enclosure is in most need of attention – $39,925.

3.      Replacement of the security fencing at the Parks Depot – the chain link fencing on the southern, western and eastern sides of the Parks Depot forms part of the security fencing around the Zoo. This fence is in poor condition and has often been breached by vandals seeking access to the Zoo surrounds. In addition the offices, vehicles and sheds have all been broken into on numerous occasions. The fencing work here and at the front of the Zoo will complement the recent installation of CCTV - $78,800.

4.      Refurbishment of the Tree Chapel – the Tree Chapel was originally a bicentenary project. It has had limited work done on it since that time. The facility is one of Wagga’s premier wedding sites and unfortunately it is now looking aged and tired. Replacement plantings are proposed, including installation of new turf, irrigation and drainage improvements - $21,000.

5.      Information signage – two interactive information signs are proposed to be located at strategic locations within the Botanic Gardens precinct - $19,500.

6.      Budget for the Botanic Gardens 50th Anniversary celebrations – a budget is being sought to cater for a range of activities, including the official marking of the 50th anniversary in August, tree plantings and community engagement initiatives, culminating in a garden festival in October - $20,000.

Financial Implications

The estimated funds required for the renewal works at the Botanic Gardens totals $278,535. These works are proposed to be funded from the Fit for the Future reserve. The $20K budget for the Botanic Gardens 50th Anniversary celebrations is proposed to be funded from additional interest on investments income identified in RP-6 Financial Performance Report as at 28 February 2018. 

Policy and Legislation

The zoo facility is licensed under the Department of Primary Industries: General Standards for Exhibiting Animals in New South Wales.

 

Clause 21 – Outer Property Fence of the General Standards states that an animal display establishment must have an outer fence sufficient to discourage unauthorised entry to the establishment.

 

Fencing specifications have been submitted to DPI officers and approval granted pending funding to replace the perimeter fence.

Link to Strategic Plan

The Environment

Objective: Create and maintain a functional, attractive and health promoting built environment

Outcome: We look after and maintain our community assets

Risk Management Issues for Council

The major risks to Council are the potential issuing of improvement notices or the closure of the zoo facility through noncompliance with the General Standards for Exhibiting Animal in New South Wales under the Department of Primary Industries.

 

The other major risk is unauthorised access to the facility and the potential for council to suffer reputational damage should further vandalism/ animal attacks occur at the facility. The number and level of attacks at the zoo have been steadily increasing.

 

Ageing infrastructure at the zoo including the front and boundary fence require an injection of capital for the safety of the animals and the public alike. As the major tourist destination for the city presentation and security form major components of the licensing requirements for the facility.

Internal / External Consultation

External consultation has been undertaken with staff at the Department of Primary Industries. Internal consultation has been undertaken with staff in Finance, Strategic Planning, Media and Communications, and Events.


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                        RP-10

 

RP-10            Tumut District ANZAC Centenary Committee Sculpture Project

Author:          Stephen Payne 

Director:       Janice Summerhayes

         

Analysis:

This report considers a request by Snowy Valleys Council for Wagga Wagga City Council to support a project of Tumut District ANZAC Centenary Committee. The Committee project is to erect a sculpture commemorating Private Edward John Francis “Jack” Ryan VC in Tumut. The request asks Council to consider the purchase of a maquette of the proposed sculpture at $4,400.00.

 

The recommendation proposes that Council promote the project at the Museum of the Riverina and promote fundraising for the project.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       endorse the General Manager to provide alternative support to the request by Snowy Valleys Council by way of promoting the Tumut District ANZAC Centenary Committee fundraising initiative as part of the Museum of the Riverina exhibition display as detailed in this report

b       write to Snowy Valleys Council advising of the decision made to their request for the Tumut District ANZAC Centenary Committee project

 

Report

Council is in receipt of a request from Cr James Hayes, Mayor of Snowy Valleys Council, requesting consideration of the purchase of a maquette sculpture at $4,400.00, which has been commissioned by Tumut District ANZAC Centenary Committee to commemorate Private Edward John Francis “Jack” Ryan VC.

 

The proposed sculpture to be erected has been commissioned from artist William Eicholtz for a total cost of $100,000.00, and is scheduled to be unveiled on or before 30 September 2018, the centenary of Private Ryan’s award of the Victoria Cross for ‘most conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty’. Ten maquettes have been issued to assist in fundraising to achieve the total cost of this commission, which has also been supported by the Commonwealth Government, the former Tumut Shire Council, Bendigo Bank, the Tumut RSL Sub-Branch and individual donors.

 

In reviewing this request there is no identifiable funds to meet the costs.  As an alternative, staff are proposing to support this initiative of the Tumut District ANZAC Centenary Committee by requesting the temporary loan of material relating to this project for display at the Museum of the Riverina’s Botanic Gardens Site venue, from April to September 2018. This material would accompany the Museum’s permanent display on World War I, and would provide an opportunity to generate promotion and fundraising opportunities for the Committee and this project.

 

This material would then also be displayed at the Museum of the Riverina’s Historic Council Chambers venue from September to November 2018, to accompany a significant, locally curated exhibition of works by acclaimed war artist George Gittoes, titled "The Realism of War: Works of Humanity". This exhibition is designed to coincide with and commemorate the final year of the Centenary of World War I, and to prompt reflection on the outcomes of the world conflict on both the combat and peacekeeping veterans, and the civilians who were touched by this period in history, and the conflicts that followed.

 

The biography of Private Ryan VC is evidence that the display will fully complement both the Museum of the Riverina’s permanent display at the Botanic Gardens Site, and the exhibition “The Realism of War”. Born in Tumut, Private Ryan enlisted in Wagga Wagga on 1 December 1915 as one of the original ‘Kangaroo Marchers’. During the Allied assault on the Hindenburg defences and the 55th Battalion’s attack near Bellicourt, Ryan, despite heavy fire, was one of the first to reach the enemy trench. Facing fierce counter attack, he quickly organised and led three men to attack the Germans with bomb and bayonet and pushed them back across No Man’s Land where they were taken by the Lewis Gunners. These actions earned Private Ryan his award of the Victoria Cross.

 

After the conclusion of World War I, Private Ryan faced difficulties in his return to civilian life, and during the Great Depression was on the road for four years. In August 1935, he walked from Balranald, NSW to Mildura, Victoria, where he was given temporary work by the local council, and shortly after found employment in a Melbourne insurance office where he remained for several years. By May 1941, in poor health, he was again on the streets looking for work. He died of pneumonia at the Royal Melbourne Hospital on 3 June 1941, and was buried with military honours in the Catholic section of Springvale Cemetery where eight VC winners formed a guard of honour. 

 

The proposed display will provide an opportunity to promote the Tumut District ANZAC Centenary Committee’s initiative, with the view of generating wider public interest to contribute to the fund raising efforts being undertaken by the Centenary Committee.

Financial Implications

The request to purchase a maquette of the Jack Ryan VC statue for $4,400.00 is unfortunately unable to be met this financial year. The 2017/18 acquisition budget of the Museum of the Riverina is already fully allocated and there is no financial capacity in this area to consider additional purchases.

 

There are no financial implications for the proposed maquette display, as costs of transport and insurance for the maquette, and interpretative signage and labels for the display, can be included in the existing budget for the exhibition.

 

Policy and Legislation

Council Policy POL 074 Museum of the Riverina Collection Management Policy

 


Link to Strategic Plan

Community Place and Identity

Objective: We are proud of where we live and our identity

Outcome: We value our heritage

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

A display for this request is seen appropriate as the maquette sculpture does not fully comply with the acquisition criteria outlined in Council Policy POL 074 Museum of the Riverina Collection Management Policy as endorsed by Council, specifically clause 2.2.1a.

Internal / External Consultation

Consultation has been undertaken internally with the staff of the Museum of the Riverina and other relevant areas of Council.

 

Cr James Hayes, Mayor, Snowy Valleys Council, has been informed of this proposed approach to his request.

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                        RP-11

 

RP-11            Petition - Dunns Road

Director:       Caroline Angel

         

Analysis:

Petition received opposing the closure of Dunns Road.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       receive and note the petition

b       include the petition as part of the stakeholder engagement process once the Dunns Road Corridor Upgrade Investigations commence

 

Report

Council officers received a petition on 26 February 2018 in response to the recent advertising of RFQ2018-522 Dunns Road Corridor Upgrade Investigation.

 

The petition was submitted by Jenny Lewington on behalf of residents who wish to oppose any plans to close Dunns Road.

 

The petition contained 1521 names. Eleven hundred and forty eight names and signatures were from residents throughout the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area with the remaining 373 names being recorded on an online Change.org petition site. In accordance with the Petitions Management Policy POL 086, a letter acknowledging the receipt of the petition has been sent to Mrs Lewington.

 

Council resolved the following as per Resolution 17/293 of the 28 August 2017 Ordinary meeting:

 

That Council:

a       seek a report from a consultative engineer for a high level concept and estimate for the development required for Dunns Road

b       approve a budget variation of $100,000 to be funded from the Fit for the Future Reserve

c        present the statistics and reports conducted in 2003

d       request that normal processes be implemented and followed in the selection of a high priority road suitable for Federal Government funding

e       receive a report back to Council

 

It is the intention that this petition be included as part of the stakeholder engagement process once the Dunns Road Corridor Upgrade investigations commences.

 

Financial Implications

N/A


Policy and Legislation

POL 086 Petitions Management Policy

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We are informed and involved in decision making

Outcome: Everyone in our community feels they have been heard and understood

 

 Risk Management Issues for Council

No specific issues identified

Internal / External Consultation

Consultation is to be undertaken with relevant stakeholders once the Dunns Road Corridor Upgrade investigations have commenced and a decision has been made in respect to the future of the road.

 

  

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                        RP-12

 

RP-12            PROPOSED ROAD CLOSURE APPLICATION - BURKINSHAWS LANE, TARCUTTA

Author:          David Butterfield 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

Analysis:

This report confirms Council’s consent to the lodgement of a Road Closure Application with NSW Department of Industry – Crown Lands & Water Division by a third party.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       consent to the making of a road closure application to NSW Department of Industry – Crown Lands & Water Division by the registered owners of Lots 77, 102 & 125 DP 757236 and Lot 112 DP 757217 at Tarcutta in connection with the unformed Council public roads identified in the body of this report

b       note that consent is subject to the conditions outlined in the body of this report

c        authorise the execution of all necessary documents by the General Manager or their delegate, under seal, if necessary

 

Report

Council has received a request from Kerrie Lynne Plum and Malcolm Geoffrey Plum (Plum) for consent to lodge a road closure application with the Department of Industry – Crown Lands and Water Division (Crown Lands).

 

The road closure application is for connecting portions of Burkinshaws Lane and McClures Lane, both unformed Council public roads adjoining Plum’s property at 107 Burkinshaws Lane, Tarcutta (Lots 77, 102 & 125 DP 757236 and Lot 112 DP 757217).

 

Consultation with Council’s Community Directorate and Commercial Operations Directorate confirm support for the proposal. Consultation with the following adjoining owners was undertaken with no unresolved objections being recorded:

 

·        Curwin Lawrence Maclure (Lot 108 DP 757236);

·        Tattykeel Pty Ltd (Lot 113 DP 757255);

·        Peter Campbell Lawson (Lot 1 DP 1084827 and Lot 1 DP 391358)

 

Crown Lands will undertake further consultation with adjoining owners through the road closure process, which they manage and administer.

 

It is recommended that Council agree to consent to the lodgement of a road closure application by Plum subject to the following conditions:

 

1.      Payment of Council’s Third Party Permanent Road Closure Application fee as per Council’s adopted Revenue and Pricing Policy.

2.      The applicant notes the land created by the road closure will vest in the Crown and accordingly they will need to acquire the land from the Crown.

3.      The applicant agrees to meet all costs associated with the road closure application and any other associated costs.

4.      The applicant agrees to abide by an agreement established with Maclure through the consultation process regarding the shared acquisition of the closed road section between their properties.

 

Crown Lands require written consent from Council to be provided when road closure applications are lodged by third parties for “unconstructed” Council roads. The consent must acknowledge the road will vest in Crown Lands upon closure and that they may deal directly with the third party through a private treaty sale process.

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

N/A

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: City of Wagga Wagga services reflect the needs of the community

Outcome: The City of Wagga Wagga has efficient and effective processes

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

No specific issues identified.

Internal / External Consultation

·        Malcolm and Kerrie Plum

·        Council’s Commercial Operations Directorate

·        Council’s Community Directorate

·        Department of Industry – Crown Lands & Water Division

·        Adjoining land owners

 

Attachments  

 

1.

Location Map - Burkinshaws Road, Tarcutta

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                                               RP-12

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                        RP-13

 

RP-13            Performance Report - Combined Delivery Program and Operartional Plan - July - December 2017

Author:          Serena Wallace 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

Analysis:

This report provides details of Council’s performance against the Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2017/2018 for the period of 1 July 2017 to 31 December 2017.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council accept the Performance Report for the Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan July – December 2017

 

Report

In accordance with the Integrated Planning and Reporting (IPR) framework, Council is required to report its progress against the Delivery Program on a biannual basis.

 

The attached progress reports are a summary of Council’s performance against the targets identified in the Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2017/2018, covering the period 1 July 2017 to 31 December 2017.

 

Summary of Council’s Performance

 

Below is a graph highlighting the number of Operational Items from the plan categorised by their current status.

Critical Items

 

1.5.8 Voice of the Customer satisfaction surveys

The team undertaking these surveys has been significantly short-staffed and has not had the capacity to undertake any of the surveys. They will however recommence in February 2018.

 


Items that Need Attention:

 

1.5.19 Organisational development

The key performance indicator required 65% of employees to complete the employee opinion survey. At 31 December 2017, the employee opinion survey had not commenced. This was rolled out in February with all surveys required to be completed by 9 March 2018. 52% of Council’s FTE staff completed the survey.

 

4.5.3 Review accessible parking places to increase accessibility for permit holders

Priority of the locations have now been determined. Resources are being identified in order to undertake works.

 

5.1.6 Assess and determine residential and commercial applications

While there have been some positive results, the limited staff resources have resulted in increased processing times. This should improve with the filling of vacant roles in the coming months.

 

5.1.9 Assess, issue and provide inspections for Section 68 applications (public)

This item has been investigated subsequently, and Council now ensures that the matter is placed on hold while seeking additional information, therefore the performance percentage would have been higher in December had this been the case.

 

5.4.2 Baylis and Fitzmaurice Street tree management and replacement

The tree study has been completed however the rollout schedule cannot be undertaken until funding is identified. This item will be discussed further in the 2018/19 budget process.

 

The reporting process for capital projects is in a transitionary phase currently, hence the reports provided at this time are reflective of the internal management reporting that has been introduced (noting that particular commentary has been removed given its commercial in confidence nature). Over the coming months, the current reports will transition to a new tool that will streamline the reporting process.

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

NSW Local Government Act 1993

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We are accountable and transparent

Risk Management Issues for Council

The documentation of Council’s actual performance against what was proposed to be completed is now captured and used to inform the community of progress.

Internal / External Consultation

Information from the relevant responsible officers has been collected in order to produce the attached report.

 

Attachments  

 

1.

Performance Report Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 1 July - 31 December 2017 - Provided under separate cover

 

2.

Performance Report Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 1 July - 31 December 2017: Capital Projects and Programs - Provided under separate cover

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                        RP-14

 

RP-14            CREATION OF EASEMENTS WITHIN LOT 114 DP 1213333 AT FOREST HILL

Author:          David Butterfield 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

Analysis:

A resolution of Council is required for the acquisition of an interest in land under s377(1)(h) of the Local Government Act.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       create an easement for underground and overhead electrical services benefitting Essential Energy within Lot 114 DP 1213333 at Forest Hill

b       delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate to execute any necessary documents, under seal if required

c        approve the budget variation as detailed in the budget section of the report

 

Report

Reference is made to two parcels of RU1 (Primary Production) land in the ownership of Douglas Clive Brunskill (Brunskill) at Lot 114 DP 1213333 and Lot 2 DP 732466 at Forest Hill.

 

The land parcels are situated to the north and west of the Brunslea Park Estate that is being developed by the Brunskill family. Additional sewer infrastructure in the form of a new sewer pump station is required to service the Brunslea Estate development.

 

Brunskill has agreed to the creation of an easement benefitting Essential Energy over their land to establish the new sewer pump station and deliver a power supply. Council, as the owner of the project, is required to establish the easement on behalf of Essential Energy.

 

Costs associated with the creation of the easement are estimated at $6,250 and include survey costs, registration fees, Council legal fees and reimbursement of the landowners’ legal costs.

 

It is noted that a further report is to be received regarding the establishment of an easement for sewer benefitting Wagga Wagga City Council for the pump station and a connecting line running north. This matter is subject to finalisation of design.

Financial Implications

The total costs for the creation of the easements are estimated at $6,250, and are proposed to be funded from the Sewer Fund, which is consistent with Council’s 2013 adopted Development Servicing Plan (DSP) Sewerage Services, item 4.51 – Forest Hill.

Policy and Legislation

Local Government Act 1993

Real Property Act 1900

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: City of Wagga Wagga services reflect the needs of the community

Outcome: The City of Wagga Wagga has efficient and effective processes

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

No specific risks are identified.

Internal / External Consultation

Commercial Operations Directorate

Brunslea Park Estate

Essential Energy

 

Attachments  

 

1.

Location Map - Lot 114 DP 1213333 at Forest Hill

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                                               RP-14

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                        RP-15

 

RP-15            Skyworks New Year's Eve 2018 Financial Support

Author:          Fiona Hamilton 

Director:       Janice Summerhayes

         

Analysis:

Council has supported a New Year’s Eve event for the past 5 years to the value of $45,000 each year. The event, on average, has attracted a reported 12,000 attendees each year. This event meets Council’s Community Strategic Plan objectives to provide opportunities to connect with others and to activate our community spaces to provide connectedness. Funding for New Year’s Eve has now expired.

 

After an expression of interest process, Thomas Bros. delivered the 2017 New Year’s Eve event entitled Skyworks at Lake Albert.  Thomas Bros. Group presented a Councillor Briefing on 12 February 2018, during this briefing Thomas Bros. Group stated their intention to continue with the delivery of the Skyworks event in 2018, sought financial, and in kind support from Council.

 

Thomas Bros Group have indicated that they commence their planning up to eight months prior to New Year’s Eve and would like an indication of whether Council can provide public funding to support the event within this timeframe.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       Sponsor $50,000 exclusive to Thomas Bros Group to assist in their delivery of the 31 December 2018 New Year’s Eve event

b       place the New Year’s Eve sponsorship recommendation in (a) above on public exhibition for a set period of 28 days

c        approve the budget variation/s as detailed in the budget section of the report

d       approve the General Manager or his delegate to proceed with (a) above and the signing of the event sponsorship agreement with Thomas Bros Group if no objections to the sponsorship arrangement are received during the 28 day exhibition period

 

Report

Based on community feedback and event surveys the 2017 Skyworks New Year’s Eve was enjoyed by the whole community. A post event briefing was undertaken with the event organiser following the event and determined all of Council’s key performance indicators set out in the event’s sponsorship agreement were achieved.

 

Daniel Martelozzo, Dealer Principal, Thomas Bros Group presented an overview of the Skyworks 2017 event at a Councillor Briefing held 12 February 2018 and during this briefing, the following items were requested from Council in support of a 2018 New Year’s Eve event to be organised through Thomas Bros Group:

 

·        Funding for 2018 fireworks

·        8-9 months’ notice of funding to assist with event planning

·        Provision of Council staff member to participate in organiser’s committee meetings

 

After an expression of interest process the 2017 New Year’s Skyworks event was financially supported by Council this financial year through $45,000 in the form of cash with additional support for event management, site preparation, signage and promotions.

 

An amount of $50,000 has been included for a New Year’s Eve event in the draft 2018/19 budget however the event organiser’s request for financial support within an 8-9 month lead-time is earlier than the adoption of the 2018/19 budget and for this reason the Council staff have prepared this report for consideration in March.

 

Council staff will also assist the event organiser with event facilitation, site preparation and event promotion, of which will form part of the event sponsorship agreement.

 

Exemption is sought from obtaining quotes given the capability and capacity of Thomas Bros. Group to deliver the event, as proven in 2017. Wagga Wagga City Council’s current procurement guidelines require quotations for procurement in excess of $50,000 but less than $150,000. As this contribution is $50,000 a tender is not required. 

 

Following the adoption of Council’s 2018/19 budget in June 2018 staff will go to tender for a multiyear funding contract for future New Year’s Eve events (from 2019 onwards) in line with Council’s procurement guidelines. To ensure adequate lead-time for event organisers Council will develop the Request for Tender process with tenders opening later this calendar year. It is expected tenders will be evaluated in December and a determination made early 2019.

 

Financial Implications

Due to the long lead times on planning an event of this size, the sponsorship payment for the 2018 New Year’s Eve payment of the $50,000 will need to be made prior to the adoption of the 2018/19 budgets.  This payment will be treated as a prepayment, which is the appropriate accounting treatment, with the cost transferred to the 2018/19 financial year.

 

This will mean that no budget variations need to be processed in the current year and subject to the adoption of the 2018/19 LTFP in June 2018, there will be sufficient funding in 2018/19 for this payment.

Policy and Legislation

Section 55 Local Government Act 1993

Local Government (General) Regulation 2005

POL 110 Procurement and Disposal Policy

 


Link to Strategic Plan

Community Place and Identity

Objective: We have opportunities to connect with others

Outcome: We activate our community spaces to promote connectedness

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

There is a community expectation the event will be held again in 2018.

 

Council’s Long Term Financial Plan for the 2018/19 financial year has not been endorsed, any pre payments made in the current year will require sufficient funding in the 2018/19 budget process to ensure the payment can be funded.

Internal / External Consultation

Councillor Briefing - Daniel Martelozzo Thomas Bros Group, 12 February 2018.

 

Attachments  

 

1.

Skyworks 2018 Acquittal

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                                               RP-15

 
















Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 26 March 2018.                                                        RP-16

 

RP-16            PROPOSED LICENCE AGREEMENT TO THE WAGGA WAGGA WOMEN'S SHED INC

Author:          David Butterfield 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

Analysis:

This report is for the information of Councillors regarding the use of a Council property.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       enter into a Crown Lands community licence agreement with the Wagga Wagga Women’s Shed Incorporated upon the following basis:

i         Property – part Crown Reserve R620060 being Lot 1 DP663066 known as the Wagga Cricket Ground

ii        Duration – two years commencing 1 February 2018

iii       Rent – as per the minimum community rent set out in Council’s adopted Revenue and Pricing Policy (currently $590.00 per annum including GST)

b       note the licence arrangement is subject to consent from the NSW Department of Industry – Crown Lands and Water Division

c        provide assistance to the Wagga Wagga Women’s Shed Incorporated to investigating site options for a permanent location

d       approve the budget variation/s as detailed in the budget section of the report

 

Report

Reference is made to Crown land in the trusteeship of Council zoned RE1 (Public Recreation) at the corner of Beckwith and Kincaid Streets, Wagga Wagga and known as the Wagga Cricket Ground.

 

The former Raceview Tennis Club clubhouse and tennis courts are located on the northeast corner of the site. When the Raceview Tennis Club collapsed in circa November 2011 Council agreed to assign the agreement to the Apex Club of South Wagga Wagga Incorporated (Apex). Subsequently, in January 2013 Council and the Apex Club of South Wagga entered into a further five year agreement until 31 January 2018.

 

In March 2017, Council received a joint application from Apex Club and the Wagga Women’s Shed Incorporated (Women’s Shed) regarding the trialling of a sharing arrangement whereby the Women’s Shed would become a sub-user of Apex.

 

At the time, the Women’s Shed were in an establishment phase and needed a base to start conducting activities to test interest from the community. Shortly thereafter, the Women’s Shed became an incorporated body and established appropriate public liability insurances. On this basis, Council officers consented to the sharing arrangement noting the agreement with Apex was due to expire in January 2018.

 


Membership of the Women’s Shed now stands at 298 members and is growing on a weekly basis. Activities conducted at the site have grown from a few each week to a full weekly program offering almost daily activities with both morning and afternoon sessions (see attached calendar of activities for March 2018).

 

The Women’s Shed have established links with a number of community and non-government organisations involved in supporting women address issues such as health, mental health, domestic violence, women as carers, drug and alcohol dependency, multicultural integration and development of new skills in a supportive, safe and empowering environment.

 

The Women’s Shed activities are restricted in the current location with the clubhouse measuring only 168 square metres. Accordingly, they have requested the assistance of Council in establishing a permanent site where they can construct a purpose built facility to house their operations (see attached letter).

 

Apex have recently informed Council of their decision to relinquish the Wagga Cricket Ground site given they are no longer the predominant user. Furthermore, the four tennis courts located on the site are no longer used or maintained for competitive or recreational tennis.