AGENDA AND BUSINESS PAPER

 

 

Ordinary Meeting of Council

 

 

 

To be held on
Monday 24 June 2019

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 24 June 2019 at 6.00pm.

 

Council live streams video and audio of Council meetings. Members of the public are advised that their voice and/or image may form part of the webcast.

 

 

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Mr Peter Thompson

General Manager

 


WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCILLORS

 

 

Councillor G

Mayor

Councillor Greg

Conkey OAM

Councillor D

Deputy Mayor

Councillor Dallas Tout

Councillor Y

Councillor Yvonne Braid

Councillor P

Councillor Paul Funnell

Councillor D

Councillor Dan Hayes

Councillor V

Councillor Vanessa Keenan

Councillor R

Councillor Rod Kendall

Councillor T

Councillor Tim Koschel

Councillor K

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 24 June 2019.

 

Ordinary Meeting of Council AGENDA AND BUSINESS PAPER

Monday 24 June 2019

ORDER OF BUSINESS:

CLAUSE               PRECIS                                                                                                 PAGE

PRAYER                                                                                                                              3

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY                                                                                 3

APOLOGIES                                                                                                                        3

CONFIRMATIONS OF MINUTES                                                                                          3

CM-1           ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 11 JUNE 2019       

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST                                                                                           3

Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given

NOM-1         NOTICE OF MOTION - FLOODPLAIN RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE  4

NOM-2         NOTICE OF MOTION - FLOODPLAIN RISK MANAGEMENT STUDY AND PLAN ENGAGEMENT                                                                                                 6

Reports from Staff

RP-1            Integrated Planning and Reporting - Adoption of Documents  17

RP-2            DA19/0125 - DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING SHED AND CONSTRUCTION OF 5/6 STOREY MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT AT 12 BLAKE STREET, WAGGA WAGGA, LOT 13 DP 1211352                                                                                                     85

RP-3            Planning Proposal LEP18/0006 - Reduction to minimum lot size control to Lots 1 - 3 DP 818428, Lots 1 - 12 DP 860586, and Lots 1 - 7 DP 1110942, on Lloyd Road, Plane Tree Drive and Stringybark Place, Springvale       89

RP-4            Planning Proposal LEP19/0002 - Proposed amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 for land located on Morgan, Murray and Forsyth Streets, Wagga Wagga                                 107

RP-5            Planning Proposal - LEP18/0013 - Sturt Street - Height of Building Provisions                                                                                                 126

RP-6            Financial Performance Report as at 31 May 2019                          148

RP-7            Memorandum Of Understanding  - Riverina Police - Wagga Wagga City Council - Development applications                                                171

RP-8            Bolton Park Master Plan                                                                    181

RP-9            Canberra Raiders NRL match review and future event planning 188

RP-10          NSW PUBLIC LIBRARIES ASSOCIATION SWITCH 2019 CONFERENCE       196


 

 

RP-11          RESPONSE TO NOTICE OF MOTION - Access and affordability for SES volunteers at the Oasis Aquatic Centre                                        198

RP-12          Event Sponsorship Request                                                                202

RP-13          Response to Questions/Business with Notice                                211  

Committee Minutes

M-1              RIVERINA REGIONAL LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING - 27 MARCH 2019                                                                                                                      213   

QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE                                                                            219

Confidential Reports

CONF-1       RFT2019-30 COMMUNICATIONS UPGRADE & CONSOLIDATION UNIFY 4000 220  

 


 

 

PRAYER

 

 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

 

 

APOLOGIES

 

 

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1              ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 11 JUNE 2019       

 

Recommendation

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 11 June 2019 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.

 

 

Attachments

 

1.

Minutes - Ordinary Council Meeting - 11 June 2019

221

 

 

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

NOM-1

 

Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given

NOM-1           NOTICE OF MOTION - FLOODPLAIN RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Author:          Councillor Paul Funnell

 

Summary:

The purpose of this Notice of Motion is to facilitate a vote of “no confidence” in the Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee (FRMAC) and to request a report into ongoing issues raised with the FRMAC and the functionality of the procedures to produce efficient outcomes.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       conduct a vote of no confidence in the current Wagga City Council Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee (FRMAC)

b       receive a report following a thorough investigation and review, into ongoing issues raised with the FRMAC and the functionality of the procedures to produce efficient outcomes

 

Report

For over 7 years, illegal activities in the eastern and northern areas of the floodplain of Wagga Wagga have been reported to Council through the Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee (FRMAC). These notifications have not been enacted by the Committee, and have gone on continuously.

 

Notifications for example, such as illegal dumping of fill in Copland Street, materials and fill in areas of East Wagga and dumping of fill in North Wagga areas etc. Other notifications and ongoing concerns are the illegally built levee banks that have been constructed which impacts on residents and infrastructure during a riverine flooding event.

 

The single biggest threat to Wagga Wagga and surrounds is the Murrumbidgee River system. However, the FRMAC appears to be uninformed, and lacks communication processes in relation to changes in legislation that impacts on the river system. Therefore exposing the residents and Council, to unacceptable risks. The FRMAC appear to be unaware of public consultation notifications by relevant bodies, do not advise on submission opportunities, and are derelict in their duties as an advisory body.

 

Further, as a former Chairman of the FRMAC, it was these ongoing issues and the fact that we were not acting on knowledge of the floodplain, plus when the Committee chose to, ‘endorse another study’, I chose to resign. The Committee is now endorsing yet another study into North Wagga.

 

This ongoing approach of more studies, lack of action, lack of representation, lack of knowledge, leads me to have no confidence in the current FRMAC.


 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

Wagga Wagga City Council Code of Meeting Practice

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

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

Outcome: We have access to the City of Wagga Wagga

 

 

 

  


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

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NOM-2           NOTICE OF MOTION - FLOODPLAIN RISK MANAGEMENT STUDY AND PLAN ENGAGEMENT

Author:          Councillor Vanessa Keenan

 

 

Summary:

Concerns have been raised by members of the community regarding past Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee  (FRMAC) recommendations and Council decisions relating to flood mitigation options proposed for the North Wagga community. The impacts of the 2010, 2012 and 2016 flood events have understandably heightened community concerns about flood protection options across the floodplain. The purpose of this report is to provide a timeline of events and decisions relating to North Wagga and to request a detailed communications and engagement plan for all active projects within the adopted Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council develop a detailed communications and engagement plan for all active projects within the adopted Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan for consideration at a Council Meeting before 31 August 2019.

 

Report

Residents in North Wagga have raised a number of issues in the media and with Council in recent days. This report aims to address those concerns through clarifying information and taking onboard concern about a lack of engagement in recent times and to ensure that Council engages with the community in a more thorough manner moving forward with the projects.

 

Studies and Plans

 

In 2009, Council, through the Floodplain Management Committee began investigating the feasibility of upgrading the levee systems protecting North Wagga and Central Wagga Wagga. Below is a table of the studies and investigations that have been undertaken between 2009 and 2018.

 

This process, whilst quite lengthy is necessary as part of the NSW Government Guidelines on floodplain management in order for Council to obtain State Government funding for each required stage.

 

Year

Name of Study/Plan

2004

Wagga Wagga Murrumbidgee River Flood Study

2009

Wagga Wagga Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

2010

Wagga Wagga Murrumbidgee River Model Conversion Project (1D model converted to 2D model)

2011

Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Flood Study

2012

Wagga Wagga Local Government Area Murrumbidgee River Flood Modelling

2012

Tarcutta, Ladysmith and Uranquinty Flood Studies

2012

Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Scoping Study

2014

Wagga Wagga Murrumbidgee River Flood Model Revision

2015

Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Model Update

2018

Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan Adopted

2019

Major Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

2019

Tarcutta, Ladysmith and Uranquinty Floodplain Risk Management Studies & Plans

2019

Flood Mitigation Option Feasibility Study for North Wagga & Floodplain Residents

 

North Wagga Levee Decisions and Actions

 

There’s a number of rumours circulating in North Wagga that Council does not intend to invest any money in the village. This is not true. Council has resolved to investigate the feasibility of raising the North Wagga levee and $1.6M in rates has been collected for the construction of a levee.

 

A feasibility study is currently being undertaken to investigate flood mitigation strategies for North Wagga including Option L4b and PR1 combined. L4b being the raising of the North Wagga levee to a 1 in 20 year level of protection and PR1 being the implementation of a scheme allowing voluntary house raising and voluntary purchase for those wishing to, funded by NSW Office of Environment and Heritage.

 

The following contains the history relating to investigations for upgrading the North Wagga levee.

 

Note: It is acknowledged there is further history but for the purposes of this report, key events since the introduction of the previous Floodplain Risk Management Plan and Report only have been identified:

 

Year

Action

2009

The 2009 Floodplain Risk Management Plan (FRMP) recommends a 1 in 100 year level of protection for Main City levee and 1 in 20 year level of protection for Nth Wagga levee.

2011

The December 2011 NSW Department of Public Works Wagga Wagga Levee Upgrade – Concept Design Report – pg 8 advises that:

 

“Wagga Wagga City Council have determined that the design levels for the levee will be based on the following design flood events:

 

1. Main Levee – 100 year ARI flood event;

2. North Wagga Wagga Levee – 20 year ARI flood event.”

2012

Council Meeting Mon 22 October 2012 – resolved:

 

That Council:

a       acknowledge completion of the Feasibility Study for the Wagga Wagga Main City and North Wagga Levee Upgrade project as required by the Floodplain Risk Management Plan 2009, and proceed with Community Consultation, Investigation and Detailed Design based on current modelling

b       endorse the implementation of the community engagement plan for the upgrade of the Main City and North Wagga Levee Upgrade project

c        note the current review being undertaken by state agencies on current flood data and the potential ramification of this review on Councils flood data

2013

Council Meeting 27 May 2013 – resolved:

 

That Council:

a       proceed with the planned detailed design phase for the upgrade of the Main City levee

b       proceed with the planned detailed design phase for the upgrade of the North Wagga levee

c        receive a further report for consideration post completion of the detailed design phase before committing to funding the construction of the upgrade of the main city levee

d       receive a further report on other options for providing flood protection for North Wagga residents and commercial operators in response to feedback from the community including:

i         raising the North Wagga levee to a 1 in 20 year level of protection

ii        raising the North Wagga levee higher than a 1 in 20 year level of protection

iii       removing the existing North Wagga levees

iv       relocation of the village from the floodplain

v        raising residences in North Wagga

vi       voluntary purchase for properties in North Wagga

vii      raising houses in Mill and East Street that are protected by North Wagga levee two

viii     maintain the levees at their current level of protection and take no further action

e       receive a further report outlining other general flood related topics raised by the community though FloodFutures and recommendations on how Council should proceed to address these

f         continue to seek commitments from the State and Federal Governments

 

2014

Application made for funding to prepare an updated Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan which included investigation of both 1 in 100 and 1 in 20 year level of protection options for North Wagga.

2015

The June 2015 NSW Department of Public Works Nth Wagga Structural Assessment report stated:

 

“The options assessed are as per Council’s Motion. The following table summarises the economic appraisal of all the options and shows that the most cost effective option is to raise the North Wagga Wagga levees to the 1 in 100 year flood level followed by the option of raising it to the 1 in 20 year flood level.  However, it should be noted that the present value (PV) of costs for the 1 in 100 year level of protection option has not considered the costs of a number of dis-amenities identified for this option”.  “In view of the above observations, it is recommended that the options 1 and 2 be shortlisted for further detailed evaluation”.

 

Option 1 being the 1 in 20 year level of protection and option 2 being the 1 in 100 year level of protection.

2015

At the Policy and Strategy Meeting on 13 July 2015 the following was recommended before being confirmed at the 27 July Council meeting:

 

That Council:

a       proceed with construction of the Main City levee to provide a 1 in 100 year level of protection, making allowance for the possibility that the North Wagga levees may also be constructed to provide a 1 in 100 year level of protection

b       incorporate an investigation into providing a 1 in 100 year level of protection for North Wagga into the upcoming review of the Wagga Wagga Floodplain Management Study and Plan

2015

October 2015 NSW Department of Public Works Options for the Upgrade of the Main and Nth Wagga Levees for Flood Security – Cost Effectiveness

 

1.   Objective - This report summarises the results of cost effectiveness analysis of the alternative options to upgrade the Main and North Wagga Levees for flood security. The primary objective of this analysis is to evaluate the proposed alternative options and recommend the most cost effective option for upgrading of the Main and North Wagga Levees.

 

2.   Options - North Wagga Levee

North Wagga Levee Option 1 – “Maintain the current level of protection”

North Wagga Levee Option 2 – Levee Upgrade for ARI 20

 

3.   For North Wagga levees, the PV of Option 2 remains cost effective at lower discount rates and becomes slightly less cost effective than the Option 1 at higher discount rates.

2015

Funding received for the development of the Study and Plan and consultant (WMAWater) appointed in December 2015

2017

At the FRMAC meeting held on 4 July 2017, Committee members voted on options for inclusion in the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan.

2017

At the FRMAC meeting held on 12 September 2017, Committee members resolved:

That the Committee:

a       receive and note the report

b       endorse the Stage 3 draft report of the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan and recommend that Council place on public exhibition

2017

The Draft Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan was presented to Council on 23 October 2017 and placed on public exhibition:

 

That Council:

a       receive the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

b       place the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan on public exhibition for a minimum of 28 days from 24 October 2017 to 21 November 2017 and invite public submissions on the draft document during the exhibition and consultation period

c        endorse the preparation of a formal submission by staff in response to the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

d       receive a further report following the public exhibition and consultation period that will consider:

i         in consultation with WMAwater Pty Ltd, any submission made in respect of the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

ii        proposing adoption of the draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period

2018

Council adopted the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan at 26 March 2018 Council meeting which included:

 

That Council:

a       receive and note the information contained in this report

b       acknowledge receipt of the Draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

c        endorse the inclusion of Appendix M in the Draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

d       endorse the suggested amendments to the Draft Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan following consideration of submissions received

e       adopt the Wagga Wagga Revised Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan (March 2018)

f         advise the writers of submissions received during the public exhibition period of the outcome

g       make application under the NSW Government’s Floodplain Management Program to undertake a North Wagga Flood Mitigation Options Feasibility Study

h       in relation to (g) above and in addition to the report recommendation, undertake feasibility studies of flood mitigation strategies including Option L4b and PR1 combined

2018

An application was made for funding to undertake a Flood Mitigation option feasibility study for North Wagga and floodplain residents.  The application was successful (Agreement signed 20 December 2018) and a brief is currently being prepared to engage a Consultant to undertake the investigation.

 

2015 Public Works Report - Wagga Wagga Levee Upgrade – Detailed Design

 

There has been some recent public comment regarding the Wagga Wagga Levee Upgrade – Detailed Design Report prepared by Public Works in 2015 and its consideration during the preparation of the new Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan. This report was fully considered as part of the development of the new plan and was referenced throughout the document.

 

Below is an example of how the report was considered throughout the plan, and attached is a specific section relating to the option of building a 1% levee at North Wagga.

 

3.13  Wagga Wagga Levee Upgrade – Detailed Design Report, NSW Public Works, 2015.

 

NSW Public Works were engaged by Council to undertake the detailed design, investigate options for North Wagga, and undertake an economic appraisal for each of the various options, as well as the project as a whole. The options investigated for the North Wagga levee were:

 

·    No modification to the existing levee design level;

·    Raising the levee to afford protection for 5% AEP;

·    Raising the levee to afford protection for 1% AEP; and

·    Removal of the North Wagga levee.

 

The outcome of the economic appraisal favours the upgrade of the North Wagga Wagga levee to a 1% AEP level of protection. However, there are numerous other considerations which will be addressed in the current study to investigate what is the best option for North Wagga from a flood risk mitigation perspective as per the NSW Government Floodplain Development Manual.

 


 

Conclusion

 

Following the endorsement of Council’s Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan, there are a number of active projects underway including;

 

·    Upgrading of the Main City Levee (Stage 2 currently under construction)

·    North Wagga Feasability Study (brief being finalised)

·    Major Overland Flow Flood Study (currently being developed)

·    Village Overland Flow Flood Study – Uranquinty, Tarcutta & Ladysmith (currently being developed)

·    Humula & Mangoplah Flood Risk Management Plan and Studies (Grant application submitted)

 

There are several projects underway that require engagement of the community on matters dealing with significant complexity. A holistic community engagement plan that identifies the issues and opportunities unique to each community will assist Council to gain a greater understanding of community needs and just as importantly communicate with residents around what can be achieved and when.

 

Financial Implications

There are no financial implications relating to this report.

Policy and Legislation

Wagga Wagga City Council Code of Meeting Practice

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We are accountable and transparent

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

Risk of not engaging

Internal / External Consultation

Discussions with community, staff and government agencies.

 

Attachments

 

1.

Section 9.3.3.1 - Floodplain Risk Management Plan and Study Extract

 

  


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

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Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019.                                                             RP-1

 

Reports from Staff

RP-1               Integrated Planning and Reporting - Adoption of Documents

Author:                        Serena Wallace 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Analysis:

This report addresses Council’s obligations in ensuring legislative compliance and meeting the requirements of the Office of Local Government in adopting and implementing the Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council, having considered all submissions received relating to the exhibited documents:

a       adopt the Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2019/20 inclusive of the amendments highlighted in the report

b       adopt the Fees and Charges for the financial year 2019/20 inclusive of the amendments highlighted in the report

c        adopt the Long Term Financial Plan 2020/29 inclusive of the amendments highlighted in the report

d       sets the interest on overdue rates and charges for 2019/20, in accordance with Section 566(3) of the Local Government Act 1993, at 7.50% per annum, calculated on a daily simple interest basis (set in accordance with the limit advised by the NSW Office of Local Government)

e       makes and levy the following Rates and Annual Charges for 2019/20 under the relevant sections of the Local Government Act 1993:

i         Residential – City and Suburbs rate of 0.82346 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable lands situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, excluding Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $698.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate

ii        Residential – Other rate of 0.62007 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable land within the Council’s area, which, in the Council’s opinion, is land which:-

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

(b)     is either:

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

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

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

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

A minimum rate of $313.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

iii       Residential – Villages rate of 0.55100 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value of all rateable land situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the villages of San Isidore, Gumly Gumly, Tarcutta, Humula, Uranquinty, Mangoplah, Oura, Currawarna, Ladysmith, Galore, Collingullie and North Wagga excluding Business - Villages and Rural land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $262.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

iv       Business - City and Suburbs rate of 1.54740 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable non-residential land, which cannot be classified as residential, or farmland land in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993

A minimum rate of $669.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

v        Business - Villages and Rural rate of 0.69413 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable land in the Council’s area, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, defined by Council Resolution 12/176, excluding lands defined as Business - City and Suburbs, Residential, and Farmland

A minimum rate of $111.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

vi       Farmland rate of 0.37664 cents in the dollar, calculated on the land value of all rateable land, which, in Council’s opinion, qualifies as farmland as defined in Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993

A minimum rate of $302.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

Special Rate - Levee Upgrade 


vii      Residential - City and Suburbs Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.03343 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable lands situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, excluding Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993, within such centres of population

viii     Residential – Other Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.02489 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable land within the Council’s area, which, in the Council’s opinion, is land which:-

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

(b)     is either:

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

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

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

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

ix       Residential – Villages Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.02204 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value of all rateable lands situated in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the villages of San Isidore, Gumly Gumly, Tarcutta, Humula, Uranquinty, Mangoplah, Oura, Currawarna, Ladysmith, Galore, Collingullie and North Wagga excluding Business - Villages and Rural land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

x        Business - City and Suburbs Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.06225 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable non-residential land, which cannot be classified as residential, or farmland land in the centres of population defined by Council Resolution 12/176 as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993

xi       Business - Villages and Rural Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.02784 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable land in the Council’s area, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, defined by Council Resolution 12/176, excluding lands defined as Business - City and Suburbs, Residential, and Farmland

xii      Farmland - Special Rate - Levee upgrade rate of 0.00708 cents in the dollar, calculated on the land value of all rateable land, which, in Council’s opinion, qualifies as farmland as defined in Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993

xiii     Sewerage Services Annual Charge of $548.00 per dwelling unit.  Multiple residence properties are charged at $548.00 per residence, for all residences, and non-strata title residential premises on a single allotment (flats/units) situated within the Council’s centres of population, capable of being connected to the sewerage service scheme except when excluded by specific council policy, such charge being made in terms of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xiv     Non Residential Sewer Charges

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

Access charge based on Meter size for 2019/20 is as follows:

20mm

$168.00

25mm

$262.00

32mm

$430.00

40mm

$672.00

50mm

$1,050.00

80mm

$2,688.00

100mm

$4,200.00

150mm

$9,450.00

Non Residential includes:

(a)     Non-residential strata

(b)     Small community property

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(f)      land that belongs to a public hospital

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

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

Usage charge

Per kl usage charge of $2.30 per kl will apply to all Non Residential Sewer customers except excluded by specific Council Policy, such charge being made in accordance with Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993.

xv     Pressure Sewer Scheme – Annual pump maintenance charge (rural residential and villages). An additional sewerage service charge of $171.00 per pump for all premises connected to the sewerage system via a pressure service for the maintenance and replacement of the pump unit as necessary

xvi     Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $345.00 per service on a per occupancy basis per annum for a service rendered in the centres of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xvii    Domestic Waste Management Service Charge Rural Residential of $345.00 per service to be applied to all properties utilising a waste collection service managed by Council, but outside Council’s defined waste collection service areas charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xviii   Domestic Waste Management Annual Charge of $56.00 per service to be applied to all properties utilising an upgraded general waste bin in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xix     Domestic Waste Management Annual Charge of $61.00 per service to be applied to all properties utilising an upgraded recycling bin in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xx      Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $35.00 for each parcel of rateable undeveloped land not receiving a service within the scavenging areas of the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, such charge being levied in accordance with the provisions of Sections 496 of the Local Government Act 1993


xxi     Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $115.00 for each additional domestic bin, being an additional domestic bin provided over and above the three bins already provided by the service, rendered in the centres of population, and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993. On application, depending on individual circumstances, this fee may be waived.

xxii    Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $345.00 per service per annum, for a two-bin commercial waste service rendered in the centre of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxiii   Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $172.50 per service per annum, for a one-bin commercial waste service rendered in the centre of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxiv   Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $115.00 for each additional commercial bin, being an additional bin provided over and above the bin/s already provided by the service, rendered in the centres of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxv    Commercial Waste Management Annual Charge of $63.00 per service to be applied to all commercial properties utilising an upgraded recycling bin in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxvi   Urban Area: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $455.00 per bin for each commercial service with 1-2 bins onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxvii  Urban Area: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $246.00 per bin for each commercial service with 3-5 bins onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxviii Urban Area: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $187.00 per bin for each commercial service with over 5 bins onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxix   Rural Areas and Villages: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $455.00 per bin for each commercial service onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxx    Multi Unit Developments (Non Strata) Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $345.00 for each rateable property with an additional bin charge of $115.00 to apply for each additional bin charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993. For the purposes of Council’s Fees and Charges the definition of Multi-Unit developments (Non Strata) involves the development of three or more residential units on a site at a higher density than general housing development. This reduced charge is available on application to Council, otherwise full Domestic Waste Service Charge of $345.00 applies, per occupancy.

xxxi   Multi Unit Developments Wheel Out Wheel In (WOWI) Services Charge of $206.00 per occupancy. For the purposes of Council’s Fees and Charges the definition of Multi-Unit developments (Non Strata) involves the development of three or more residential units, including Strata and Non Strata properties, on a site at a higher density than general housing development. On application, this service may be available to individual properties. Depending on individual circumstances, this fee may be waived.

xxxii  Stormwater Management Service Charges

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

·        Non rateable land

·        Crown Land

·        Council Owned Land

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

·        Vacant Land

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

·        Land belonging to a charity and public benevolent institutions

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

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


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

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

 

Report

The Long Term Financial Plan 2020/29 and the Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2019/20 have been formulated together with consideration to the Wagga View Community Strategic Plan 2040 previously endorsed by Council as well as the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017/21.

 

These documents have been created as part of Council’s Sustainable Future Framework, based on the local government requirements for Integrated Planning and reporting. 

Sustainable Future Framework

 


Public Exhibition and Engagement

 

During the exhibition period, Council utilised the following engagement methods to promote the documents and invite submissions from the public:

·        Public Notices

·        Half page advertisement in Council News

·        Editorial article in Council News

·        Wagga View online consultation page

·        Public exhibition page of Council’s website

 

Submissions Received

 

Submission

Council Response

Wagga Wagga Business Chamber

Requested $65K for business development, education, advocacy, recognition and advice for business.

 

Requested that consideration also to be given to further funding for the Central Activity District Committee.

 

It is recommended that a decision in relation to this request be deferred pending further discussions with the Business Chamber and Councillors regarding this request, taking into account the consideration of a potential MOU between our organisations and to conduct a holistic view of what is currently allocated to business related activities.

Committee 4 Wagga

Requested more detail regarding the impact of the City being identified as a growth centre as part of the Long Term Financial Plan.

 

There have been significant capital projects included in the Long Term Financial Plan for the Northern precinct and other growth areas such as Lloyd and Gregadoo in line with the recently adopted Wagga Wagga Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2019-2034 which will cater towards the City being identified as a growth centre. Other projects such as the Active Travel Plan, Riverside and the Pomingalarna Multisport Cycling Complex will also provide for the future development needs of the city. Council is also in the process of finalising a Wagga Wagga Local Strategic Planning Statement that is a strategy to cater for a

growing population.

Requested information on Council’s performance against the efficiencies target of $800K and increased revenue targets $300K for 2018/19 and whether they will recur in 2019/20.

 

The 2018/19 annual efficiency target is at $278K, which is currently on track due to previous years targets exceeding the $1.1M annual target.

 

As the efficiency target is an annual goal, it is expected this will reoccur in 2019/20.

Requested the rationale behind the removal of the potential projects list.

 

The potential projects capital list has been removed from the documents as it sets a community expectation that the listed projects will be delivered within the identified financial year despite awaiting funding, resourcing or pending development etc. Funding for these projects are still reserved within the budget if funding sources have already been allocated.

Requested information regarding Council’s benchmarking of annual fees and charges.

 

In line with Council’s Fit for the Future Improvement Proposal and generating additional revenue, Council adopts where appropriate a 5% increase for all fees & charges across Council. Each individual area then reviews the proposed increases as part of the annual budget review process and determines the appropriateness of the fee, which includes benchmarking and ensuring adherence to Council’s pricing policy as included in Council’s Fees & Charges document. This policy includes guidelines on fees regarding legislation, cost recovery, Council subsidised fees, commercial mark-up and competitiveness within Local Government and the market.

Requested the Boorooma Street upgrade project be brought forward from 2025/26 to 2019/20.

 

The Boorooma Street upgrade project has been scheduled for 2025/26 as structure plans for the area are being completed which will further inform the project timeframe and can be amended if required in future Long Term Financial Plans.

Requested improvements to the performance measures within the plan such as the customer satisfaction data for the airport and business satisfaction performance measures for economic development. 

 

This year Council has changed its business planning process to ensure the information we capture for the community is relevant and transparent. As we transition into the new format for the Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan we recognise that there are several improvements that need to be made to individual business areas and will work with the relevant business areas over the next 12 months to achieve these improvements.

Requested Council to provide details on how the planning service levels compare to other like-sized or larger Councils and how current performance compares to these service levels.

 

The NSW Department of Planning and Environment collect data from Council to report on the performance of the NSW Planning system. This report is called the Local Development Performance Monitoring report. The report is then utilised to benchmark Council’s performance against other Councils within NSW. The 2017/2018 report is not yet available. Council has contacted the department to seek advice on when this information will be made available.

 Requested Council to provide a ‘beginning to end’ measurement of time to process applications.

Council’s measures around calculating the processing of development and building application is prescribed by the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

Marsha Reilly

Request for Council to fund a position for the Library’s Language Café.

 

The inclusion of a 0.2 FTE for the Language Café has been included in the 2019/20 budget.

 

Amendments to Public Exhibition Documents - Long Term Financial Plan 2019/29 and Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2019/20

 

The following projects were included as potential projects in the draft documents but are now suggested to be moved to the Capital Works Delivery Program as the capacity and resourcing constraints; or project description and scope are fully defined.

 

Capital Works Project

Prior Years

2018/19 Budget

2019/20

2020/21

Total Project Budget (incl Prior + Future Year Budget)

Narrung Street Treatment Plant Flood Protection Infrastructure

$1,068,095

$300

$0

$81,605

$1,150,000

Sewerage Pump Station 30 Bomen New Asset

$292,451

$200,000

$800,000

$923,621

$2,216,072

Sewer Treatment Works Forest Hill Plant - New Asset

$48,806

$50,000

$1,119,871

$0

$1,218,677

Sewerage Pump Station 15 Hammond Avenue - Renewals

$35,969

$234,605

$1,329,426

$0

$1,600,000

Stormwater Drainage Works – Plumpton Road (noting that $46,178 is required to be brought forward from 2020/21 into 2018/19 so that works can commence)

$0

$170 + $46,178 from 2020/21

$0

$0

$46,348

 

It should be noted that the above information is also incorporated into RP-6 Financial Performance Report as at 31 May 2019, so that the appropriate adjustments can be made to the Long Term Financial Plan.

 


 

Amendments to Public Exhibition Documents - Fees and Charges 2019/20

 

Civic Theatre

During the public exhibition period, Council staff identified a discrepancy between the Community and Commercial hire Equipment fees for Technical Specification late fee at the Civic theatre. As a result of this review, the Community Hire fee has been reduced.

 

This change has been included in the final document.

 

Item Number

(Public Exhibition Item Number)

Fee Name

2018/19 Adopted Fee

2019/20 Public Exhibition Fee

2019/20 Final Proposed Fee

0578

(0577)

Technical Specifications/FOH Requirements late fee

$50.00

$55.00

$50.00

 

Domestic Waste Management Annual Charges

Following the conclusion of the public exhibition period, Council staff identified the need to include an additional Medical needs concession for Domestic Waste Management. This new concession allows for residents (who have no able-bodied persons living with them) to apply for assistance with placing bins out on the kerb for collection and having them returned to the property. The concession is on an annual basis or for a set period as determined by the medical practitioner’s supporting letter.

 

This new fee concession has been included in the final document.

 

Item Number

(Public Exhibition Item Number)

Fee Name

2018/19 Adopted Fee

2019/20 Public Exhibition Fee

2019/20 Final Proposed Fee

0073

(N/A)

Medical Needs: Infirm Walk out/Walk in Service

N/A

N/A

$0.00

 

Art Gallery

 

Following the conclusion of the public exhibition period, Council staff identified a need to amend a number of proposed fees for the Art Gallery. The proposed fee changes aim to increase participation and access from a wide range of artists and ages.

 

The proposed Art Gallery workshop fees are similar to the adopted approach taken at the Museum and Library, and is dependent on content of the workshop, alongside an assessment of accessible participation by the target audience.

 

The Links Gallery Space has been reviewed against the current fee. It was identified that the fee was a barrier for emerging and local artists, and therefore is suggested to be removed to enable access and participation.

 

These changes have been included in the final document.

 

Item Number

(Public Exhibition Item Number)

Fee Name

2018/19 Adopted Fee

2019/20 Public Exhibition Fee

2019/20 Final Proposed Fee

0610

(0609)

Links Gallery – weekly rate

$50.00

$55.00

$0.00

0631

(0630)

Workshop fee – Adult art workshops (6 hours)

$85.00

$90.00

$50-$120 depending on content

0632

(0631)

Workshop fee – Adult art workshops (3 hours)

$45.00

$48.00

$20-$50 depending on content

0633

(0632)

Workshop fee – Children’s art workshops

$20.00

$21.00

$10-$25 depending on content

 

Developer Contributions Charges

To enable clarity for developers, Council staff have included an appendix to the 2019/20 Fees and Charges that outlines the Developer Contributions charges applicable for the 2019/20 financial year. Appendix A – Developer Contributions details the charges applicable for the 2019/20 financial year for each of Councils adopted contributions plans.

 

Financial Implications

The development of the 2020/29 Long Term Financial Plan has not been one without its challenges.

 

Limited revenue from rate peg along with increased expectations from the community in relation to delivering outcomes, building new facilities while still managing a significant asset base, and the large infrastructure renewal shortfall places pressure on Council even more so into the future. It is therefore imperative that Council make well-informed and considered decisions that are sustainable into the future noting that there are limited funds available.

 

The 2020/29 Long Term Financial Plan is presented to Council for adoption. A balanced budget position is shown for the 2019/20 financial year only, which was achieved through identifying operating efficiencies as a result of Council’s continuous improvement program. Future projected deficits highlight the significant issues that Council is facing due to the unfavorable adjustments to revenue sources in previous financial years.

 

Council’s 10 year budgeted bottom lines – surplus/(deficts)

 

 

 

The LTFP is updated and presented to the community and Council on an annual basis. A summary of the 2020/19 budget is shown below:

 

2020/29 Budget Snapshot:

 

$119.3 million – total operating income budget by category:

 

 

$129.8 million – total operating expenditure budget

 

 

 

Capital Works:

 

$36.8 million - Capital renewals

$36.6 million - New Capital projects

$73.4 million – Total Capital works included in Delivery Program

 

Financial Request

 

The Wagga Wagga Business Chamber have requested $65K for business development, education, advocacy, recognition and advice for business (as per the attached submission).

 

It is recommended that a decision in relation to this request be deferred pending further discussions with the Business Chamber and Councillors. 

 

If Councillors resolve to commit to this funding request it could be funded from the loan interest savings (forecasted borrowing rates versus actual borrowing rates achieved) which is presented to Councillors after the compilation of the 2018/19 financial year end statements – approximately October 2019.

 

Policy and Legislation

These documents have been created to meet Council’s Integrated Planning and Reporting requirements under the Local Government Act 1993.

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We plan long term

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

The inability to meet everyone’s expectations will continue to be a challenge for Council’s planning process. Council will continue to be active during the public exhibition phase of the planning documents to ensure that the community is informed of the documents and their content and given an opportunity to make a submission.

 

Due to the nature of budget estimates, the current LTFP may have a number of projects with inaccurate costings (particularly projects that have been included in previous years LTFP’s that were costed over two years ago). This means that there is a risk that the current costings for some projects may be inaccurate once detailed designs and costings are undertaken.  In these instances, reports will be presented to Council for consideration. 

Internal / External Consultation

The documents were placed on public exhibition from for a 28 day period from the 30 April – 28 May 2019. As part of the exhibition period a variety of communication methods were used, to not only promote the public exhibition period but also promote the purpose of the documents.

 

 

Mail

Media

Community Engagement

Digital

Rates notices insert

Direct mail

Letterbox drop

Council news

Media releases

Print advertising

TV/radio advertising

One-on-one meetings

Your Say website

Community meetings

Stakeholder workshops

Drop-in sessions

Surveys and feedback forms

Social media

Email newsletters

Website

Digital advertising

TIER

Consult

 

 

 

x

x

x

 

 

x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

x

 

 

Attachments  

 

1.

IPR Submission - Business Chambers

 

2.

IPR Submission - Committee 4 Wagga

 

3.

IPR Submission - Marsha Reilly

 

4.

2020/2029 Long Term Financial Plan - Provided under separate cover

 

5.

2019/2020 Fees and Charges - Provided under separate cover

 

6.

Combined Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2019/2020 - Provided under separate cover

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019.                                                             RP-1

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-2

 

RP-2               DA19/0125 - DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING SHED AND CONSTRUCTION OF 5/6 STOREY MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT AT 12 BLAKE STREET, WAGGA WAGGA, LOT 13 DP 1211352

Author:                        Sam Robins 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Summary:

The report is for a development application and is presented to Council for determination. The application has been referred to Council under Policy 046 – Processing Development Applications lodged by Councillors, Staff and Individuals of which a conflict of interest may arise, or on Council owned land Policy.

 

Section 2.1.2 states:

Development Applications received by Council where:

 

1.   The applicant or land owner is a Councillor, Director or the General Manager

 

Shall be reported to Council for consideration and determination

 

 

Recommendation

That Council approve DA19/0125 for the Mixed Use Development at 12 Blake Street Wagga Wagga, NSW, 2650 subject to conditions outlined in the Section 4.15 assessment report.

 

Development Application Details

 

Applicant

Pascoe Constructions

Director – Kerry David Pascoe

Owner

Noelene Margaret Wright

Stanley William Wright

Development Cost

$10.2 Million

Development Description

The applicant seeks approval for the demolition on an existing shed and construction of 5/6 storey mixed use development comprising ground floor business/retail use and car parking, first floor car parking and 16 residential apartments (shop top housing) on four floors above.

 

Report

Key Issues

·        Impact on the amenity of the adjoining properties

·        Impact on the future development potential of the adjoining properties

·        Impact on the character of the area

·        Compliance with State Environmental Planning Policy No.65 – Design Quality of Residential Apartment Development (SEPP 65)

·        Two submissions were received during the notification period with the main issues being impact on the property to the south, impact on the character of the area and compliance with the LEP, DCP and Apartment Design Guide.

 

Assessment

This proposal has been assessed having regard to the Heads of Consideration under Section 4.15(1) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, the provisions of Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 and all relevant Council DCPs, Codes and Policies.

 

Having regard for the information contained in the attached Section 4.15 assessment report, it is satisfied that the development is consistent with objectives and controls of the relevant plans and policies applicable to the development. The assessment has also concluded that having regard to the desired future character of the Wagga Wagga CBD, confirmed through adoption of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010, the impacts of the development are acceptable with regard to the site and surrounding land uses.

 

It is therefore recommended that DA19/0125 be approved subject to conditions of development consent recommended within the 4.15 report.

 

Reasons for Approval

 

1.   The proposed Mixed Use Development has been assessed against and is generally consistent with the relevant provisions of any relevant State Environmental Planning Policy including SEPP 65, the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 and the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010.

 

Site Location

 

The site consists of Lot 13 DP 1211352 and is known as 12-16 Blake Street. The site is located on the western side of Blake Street five lots from the junction with Morgan Street.

 

The site contains an existing building that is located at the rear of the site. The site measures 1120m² and is mainly covered by gravel with no vegetation. The site is currently open to the front and rear. Bardo Lane bounds the site at the rear.

 

The surrounding area is a mix of uses that are generally expected within the CBD area along with a number of vacant sites. At the south eastern end of Blake Street the R3 residential zone starts and runs along both sides of Tarcutta Street. Bolton Park is located at the southern end of Blake Street and the Murrumbidgee River is located approximately 500m to the east.

 

The site is free of any restrictive easements. The site is currently considered flood prone land but is within the main city levee. The site is also subject to Major Over Land Flow Flooding.

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy

N/A

 

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 is not considered to raise risk management issues for Council as the proposed development is generally consistent with the relevant provisions of any relevant State Environmental Planning Policy including SEPP 65, the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 and the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010.

Internal / External Consultation

Pursuant to this provision of Section 1.10 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010, notification and advertising of the application was required. The application was advertised to the public and notified surrounding properties from 06/05/2019 to 20/05/2019 in accordance with the provisions of the DCP. Two submissions were received during the notification period.

 

 

Mail

Media

Community Engagement

Digital

Rates notices insert

Direct mail

Letterbox drop

Council news story

Council News advert

Media releases

TV/radio advertising

One-on-one meetings

Your Say website

Community meetings

Stakeholder workshops

Drop-in sessions

Surveys and feedback forms

Social media

Email newsletters

Website

Digital advertising

TIER

Consult

 

x

 

x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

x

 

 

 

Attachments

 

1.

DA19-0125 Section 4.15 Report - Provided under separate cover

 

2.

DA19-0125 SEPP 65 Assessment - Provided under separate cover

 

3.

DA19-0125 Statement of Environmental Effects - Provided under separate cover

 

4.

DA19/0125 Plans - Provided under separate cover

 

5.

DA19-0125 Submissions - Provided under separate cover

 

  


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-3

 

RP-3               Planning Proposal LEP18/0006 - Reduction to minimum lot size control to Lots 1 - 3 DP 818428, Lots 1 - 12 DP 860586, and Lots 1 - 7 DP 1110942, on Lloyd Road, Plane Tree Drive and Stringybark Place, Springvale

Author:         Adam Wood 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

 

Summary:

The Planning Proposal received Gateway Determination from the NSW Department of Planning and Environment to proceed subject to public consultation. One written submission was received during the exhibition period. The recommendation is to adopt the planning proposal.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       note the one submission received during the exhibition period for planning proposal LEP18/0006, and comment on that submission made within this report

b       adopt the planning proposal LEP18/0006 and addendum to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

c        gazette the plan and notify the Department of Planning and Environment of the decision

 

Planning Proposal Details

 

Proposal:

Amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 to reduce the minimum lot size provisions applicable to Lots 1 – 3 DP 818428, Lots 1 – 12 DP 860586 and Lots 1 – 7 DP 1110942.

Applicant:

Lot 3 DP 818428 – Cheryl and Kevin Moffatt

Referrals:

Standard internal referrals

Report

An amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 to amend minimum lot size provisions was provisionally supported by Council on 29 January 2019.

 

The changes apply to the following lots:

 

·    Lots 1 – 3 DP 818428

·    Lots 1 – 12 DP 860586

·    Lots 1 – 7 DP 1110942

 

Minimum lot size is reduced from 8 hectares to 4500 square metres.

 

These lots comprise 15, 17 and 19 Lloyd Road and all properties addressing Plane Tree Drive and Stringybark Place. The change to minimum lot size provisions is illustrated below.

 

 

The Department of Planning and Environment issued a Gateway determination on 11 March 2019 authorising the planning proposal to proceed.

 

The original planning proposal application, Council addendum, Council report and Gateway Determination received from the NSW Department of Planning and Environment are provided as attachments to this report.

 

One submission was received during the exhibition period. This is addressed in the ‘Internal/External Consultation’ section below. As a result of this outcome and noting the submission received, this report recommends that Council adopt the planning proposal.

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulations 2000

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 adoption of the planning proposal may be subject to public scrutiny and may put additional pressure on Council to consider the reduction of the minimum lot size requirements throughout the local government area.

 

If Council decides not to endorse the proposal, the applicant may still approach the Department of Planning and Environment to seek approval.


 

Internal / External Consultation

Public consultation relating to the planning proposal has occurred for 46 days between 8 April 2019 and 24 May 2019 and has met the requirements of the Gateway Determination and Council’s Policy.

 

Notices were sent out to affected land owners and an advert was placed in the local newspaper and on Council’s website. One written submission was received during the exhibition period.

 

Submissions received

Comment 

Response

There was some confusion in relation to the proposed minimum lot size.

The planning proposal as initially submitted by the applicant proposed a minimum lot size of 4000m2 for Lots 1 – 3 DP 818428 only. Council has amended the proposal via addendum to reduce the minimum lot size to 4500m2 for all of Lots 1 – 3 DP 818428, Lots 1 – 12 DP 860586 and Lots 1 – 7 DP 1110942. The notification letter delivered to affected landowners during the consultation process cited the incorrect minimum lot size, being that submitted to Council rather than that subject to the Council addendum. The fact sheet attached to the letter however contained the correct minimum lot size change and detailed the effect of the planning proposal and addendum. This error has been explained to the relevant submitters who indicated their support for Council’s amended minimum lot size of 4500sqm.

Lots 1 – 12 DP 860586 and Lots 1 – 7 DP 1110942 are already less than 80000m2 with the majority of these lots between 5000m2 and 7000m2 in size.

This is noted. The objective of the addendum is to have the minimum lot size controls correlate with the prevailing character of the precinct.

The minimum lot size should be no lower than 4500-5000m2.

The addendum to the planning proposal prepared by Council is in agreement with this position, providing a minimum lot size control of 4500m2.

Keeping the minimum lot size at 4500-5000m2 would prevent Lots 3, 4 and 9 DP 860586 and Lot 5 DP 1110942 from being subdivided further.

The 4500m2 minimum lot size control provided by Council’s addendum to the planning proposal will prevent any such subdivision taking place and will support the maintenance of the existing character within the precinct.

 


 

 

 

Mail

Media

Community Engagement

Digital

Rates notices insert

Direct mail

Letterbox drop

Council news story

Council News advert

Media releases

TV/radio advertising

One-on-one meetings

Your Say website

Community meetings

Stakeholder workshops

Drop-in sessions

Surveys and feedback forms

Social media

Email newsletters

Website

Digital advertising

TIER

Consult

 

ü

 

ü

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ü

 

Involve

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Collaborate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Attachments

 

1.

LEP18/0006 - Application for Planning Proposal as received - Provided under separate cover

 

2.

LEP18/0006 - Addendum to Planning Proposal

 

3.

LEP18/0006 - Gateway Determination

 

4.

LEP18/0006 - WWCC Business Paper Item 29/01/2019

 

5.

LEP18/0006 - WWCC Minutes Item 29/01/2019

 

  


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RP-4               Planning Proposal LEP19/0002 - Proposed amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 for land located on Morgan, Murray and Forsyth Streets, Wagga Wagga

Author:         Crystal Golden 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

 

Summary:

The purpose of this planning proposal is to facilitate a high-density mixed-use development on land located between Morgan, Murray and Forsyth Street, Wagga Wagga. The recommendation is to proceed with the planning proposal and request a Gateway Determination with the Department of Planning and Environment.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       support planning proposal LEP19/0002 to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

b       submit the planning proposal LEP19/0002 to the Department of Planning and Environment for Gateway Determination

c        note that discussions for a voluntary planning agreement have commenced and will be subject to a separate Council report

d       note that any decision on the use or sale of Council owned land will be subject to a separate Council report

e       prepare an amendment to the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 to be exhibited alongside the planning proposal to address development matters raised

f        receive a further report after the public exhibition period and upon finalisation of the voluntary planning agreement:

i         noting the voluntary planning agreement outcomes

ii        addressing any submissions made in respect of the planning proposal

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

 

Application Details

 

Submitted Proposal:

Amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 to reclassify land, amend zoning, height of building and floor space ratio.

Applicant

Damasa Pty Ltd

Manuel & Daniel Donebus

Land Owners:

Various landowners provided under confidential cover

 

 

 

 

 

The Proposal

 

Council is in receipt of a planning proposal to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010. The proposal intends to reclassify community land, rezone land from RE1 Public Recreation and R1 General Residential to B4 Mixed Use, increase the building height to 35 metres and remove the floor space ratio provisions.

 

The site has a combination of zones, height of building and floor space ratio provisions which already allows for development to occur. The intent of the planning proposal is to optimise the development potential on the site and to facilitate an improved urban outcome.

 

The proposed amendments are shown in the maps below:

 

 

The application and supporting documents are provided under separate cover (Attachment 1).

 

Site and location

 

The site is located west of the central business district and north of the Wagga Wagga Base Hospital and Sturt Highway.

 

The site is an existing mixed-use site that operates as a local business centre within an establish neighbourhood. Surrounding land uses are residential with the Wollundry Lagoon located to the north of the site opposite Forsyth Street.

 

Key considerations

 

The assessment has considered the following:

 

1.  Competition with the central business district and health precinct:

 

Most of the site has an existing B4 mixed use zone with approximately 8,000 square metres of operating retail type uses in the area. The objectives of the B4 Mixed Use zone are to:

 

§ To provide a mixture of compatible land uses

§ To integrate suitable business, office, residential, retail and other development in accessible locations so as to maximise public transport patronage and encourage walking and cycling

 

The area provides local services in the form of retail uses consistent with the B4 mixed use zone objectives and is emerging as a key office precinct outside the central business district with existing and emerging state government tenancies.

 

The planning proposal seeks to optimise the use of the land and will provide for a more intense mix use development on the site with additional commercial opportunities and higher density residential uses. The proposed rezoning from RE1 Public Recreation and R1 General Residential to B4 Mixed Use will result in approximately 7,300 square metres of additional B4 Mixed Use zoned land in addition to the existing 34,000 square metres of B4 Mixed Use zoned land. The concept master plan provided with the application indicates that the proposed retail space will be around 8,628 square metres which is a slight increase on the existing 8,000 square metres. The proposed additional office and retail area is considered in the application to have no significant impact on the central business district.

The purpose of the B4 Mixed Use zoned precinct will be to support and compliment the primacy of the central business district as well as the emerging health precinct. The proposal attempts to provide long-term employment opportunities supported by high density residential uses on the site. It will encourage the redevelopment of the site and provide opportunities to promote walking and cycling with connections between the CBD and health precinct.

 

2.  Maximising potential usage of a key infill site for residential purposes close to the city centre:

 

The site is a key opportunity site within proximity to the central business district and emerging health precinct. The site has potential to provide additional employment and residential opportunities.

 

A review of land supply in 2015 estimated that there were approximately 426 hectares of urban release area land (Lloyd, Boorooma, Gobbagombalin and Estella). With the current growth rate and density rates of 8 dwellings per hectare, this land could only support growth for a further 10 years to 2025.

 

With Council planning for a higher growth rate, this supply could be reduced to 5 years supply, only supporting growth to 2020.

 

Whilst most of the housing will be provided for within urban release areas, infill development, through redevelopment and intensification as proposed, will also play a vital role in utilising existing services to accommodate the growth population of the city. The proposal will optimise the use of land that is currently serviced by public infrastructure and accessible to existing local community facilities.

 

3.  Exclusion of north-western portion of urban block:

 

The north-western portion of the urban block is currently utilised for a combination of general and medium density residential, and a sewer pump station exists on the corner of Forsyth and Docker Streets. The area has been considered for inclusion in the planning proposal, however, there is insufficient information to support inclusion of the site at this stage.

 

Broader strategic planning work is required before considering changes to this part of the area.

 

4.  Managing impact on amenity of surrounding sites:

 

The surrounding area is predominately residential in nature and intensification of the site has the potential to impact on the amenity of the area.

 

Development standards for setback, design, open space and height along with the SEPP 65 and Apartment Design Guide, will guide future development outcomes on the site to ensure the existing amenity is not impacted. The subject site is large enough to accommodate appropriate setbacks and open space as part of any development proposal to minimise impacts. The mix of commercial and residential uses is consistent with what is currently located on the site.


 

5.  Increase in height restriction and removal of floor space ratio:

 

Whilst the increase in the height limit and the removal of the floor space ratio provisions could appear to enable large bulky developments on the site, the design will be managed through other development provisions for public / private open space, parking requirements, setbacks and overshadowing. This will be a consideration as part of any proposed development application for the site to ensure appropriate bulk, scale and impact on adjoining areas.

 

6.  Reclassification and loss of community land:

 

The Council owned site that forms part of the planning proposal is known as 205 Morgan Street and is privately leased by a community club. The reclassification of the site will enable Council to consider whether the land is surplus and dispose of the site. While the reclassification could result in a loss of community classified land available, there are several other suitable sites across the city that could be utilised for similar purposes. Discussions have commenced with the existing community club regarding possible relocation.

 

The site is identified as being a key infill site with opportunities to provide additional employment land within proximity to the city and existing services. A separate report will consider the site and any future needs of the site. This planning proposal will facilitate a reclassification and rezoning of the site to enable future opportunities; however, the site could continue to be privately leased by the community club under the proposed provisions.

 

The reclassification will require a community hearing to be undertaken to ensure community members can present their concerns on the reclassification and potential loss of community land. This will be conditioned as part of the Gateway Determination if approved by NSW Department of Planning and Environment.

 

7.  Traffic and parking considerations:

 

The planning proposal was submitted with a traffic and parking impact assessment for a proposed configuration of the site. The assessment indicates that the site can accommodate adequate parking on site. It also considers that the existing road network can accommodate the proposed configuration, however, there is currently a need to upgrade the intersection of Docker, Morgan and Bolton Streets as it is already at a level of service ‘F’ which indicates this intersection is already at capacity and needing upgrades. As the intersection is currently a ‘give way’ treatment, other intersection treatments are required to manage existing movements. Other intersections around the proposal site are operating at a level of service of ‘A’ or ‘B’, meaning there is capacity.

 

It is noted that the surrounding roads currently accommodate on-street parking which is in demand from the existing development and other developments in the locality. There is an opportunity to improve the existing parking arrangements on site and on surrounding roads.

 

A detailed assessment of traffic and parking will be considered at development application stage when the development design is finalised. A condition of development consent may require a parking strategy and management plan for the site.

 

8.  Infrastructure:

 

One of the key issues to consider with LEP amendments is the impacts of any proposal on existing infrastructure and the ability of existing networks to cope with increased demands. The site is in an existing urban environment and has access to existing services and infrastructure including roads, reticulated water and waste collection services. Other infrastructure networks and services, including public transport, waste management/recycling, health, education, emergency, mail and other community services are established in the local area and accessible to the subject site.

 

Existing stormwater infrastructure in the area captures stormwater from the existing development. Where development proposes to increase the amount of stormwater, stormwater strategies can be put in place to ensure adequate measures are in place to manage impacts. A Stormwater Report would be required as part of the future development application to address how additional flow would be safely handled considering the existing overland flow flooding identified in the Major Overland Flow Flood Study 2015 (or as amended).

 

9.  Voluntary Planning Agreement:

 

The applicant has sourced Council’s advice in relation to opportunities through a voluntary planning agreement. Development in the precinct presents opportunities to consider entering to a voluntary planning agreement with the developer. The full details of any voluntary planning agreement, while relevant, is a separate process that will run alongside this proposal. Any agreement will be subject to a separate Council report.

 

The progress of the voluntary planning agreement will be taken into consideration prior to reporting to Council on the outcomes of community consultation. This will ensure that any voluntary planning agreement is in place prior to the planning proposal progressing to finalisation.

 

10.  Heritage:

 

The site does not contain any heritage item listing or conservation area coverage. The proposal indicates a desire to acknowledge and interpret the original ‘Dunlop’ building with its distinctive saw tooth roof structure. With no specific heritage controls applying to the site requiring consideration of heritage matters, it is encouraging to see that the urban design considerations have been proactive in acknowledging the history of the site.

 

11.  Existing use rights and postponement of rates

 

The proposal includes the rezoning of five residential lots from R1 General Residential zone to B4 Mixed Use zone. Approved dwellings on these lots will be able to continue to exist under existing use rights. Existing use rights provided under Section 4.64 of Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 protects private owners from the effect of zoning changes and allows them to continue to use their land in a particular way, even though it may be inconsistent with the zoning of the land. While consultation has not yet been undertaken with these landowners, direct consultation will be undertaken during the formal community consultation period conditioned by the Gateway Determination.

 

Council may also postpone the payment of commercial rates on these properties under the provisions of Section 585 and 591 of the Local Government Act 1993, upon application. However, if the use or occupancy changes from a single dwelling‑house, Council must be informed, and the postponed rates and interest charges will become due and payable (up to a maximum of 5 years). This will also be communicated to the landowners during the consultation period.

 

Conclusion:

 

An assessment has been undertaken (Attachment 2) and has determined that the planning proposal is supported for the following reasons:

 

§ It will facilitate a higher density mixed use development within proximity to the city centre consistent with Council’s adopted strategies.

§ The proposal presents opportunities to contribute to housing diversity to meet demand.

§ The proposal will present benefits to the broader community through increased residential opportunities close to employment precincts with connections to active travel options.

§ It is consistent with the relevant S9.1 Ministerial Directions.

§ The information provided with the application provides adequate justification to support the planning proposal and forward to the Department of Planning and Environment seeking Gateway Determination.

§ Discussions have commenced regarding a voluntary planning agreement to capture opportunities with development in the area.

 

Financial Implications

The application has been submitted with the applicable Major LEP Amendment fee of $30,000. The proponent has paid this fee.

Policy and Legislation

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

Chapter 15, Part 8, Division 2 of the Local Government Act 1993

 

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 increase of density around the central business district.

 

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 a pre-Gateway review process. The reasons for refusal will have to be justified and withstand scrutiny and cross-examination.

Internal / External Consultation

Various Councillor workshops were held on the 3 December 2018, 21 January 2019 and 6 May 2019.

 

Internal referral occurred. There is support for the proposal to proceed.

 

Formal public consultation with the general public and referral agencies will occur after the Gateway Determination.

 

As this proposal includes a reclassification of community land to operational, a public hearing will be conditioned as part of any Gateway Determination. The public hearing will be chaired by an independent person and will enable affected community members to raise concerns in a public forum. The independent chair will prepare a report with recommendations based on the public hearing.

 

Proposed consultation methods are indicated in the table below.

 

 

Mail

Media

Community Engagement

Digital

Rates notices insert

Direct mail

Letterbox drop

Council news story

Council News advert

Media releases

TV/radio advertising

One-on-one meetings

Your Say website

Community meetings

Stakeholder workshops

Drop-in sessions

Surveys and feedback forms

Social media

Email newsletters

Website

Digital advertising

TIER

Consult

 

x

 

x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

x

 

 

 

Attachments

 

1.

Planning Proposal Application - Provided under separate cover

 

2.

Planning Proposal Assessent Report - LEP19/0002 - Morgan Street

 

3.

LEP19/0002 - Land Owner Details

This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, as it deals with: personnel matters concerning particular individuals. - Provided under separate cover

 

  


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RP-5               Planning Proposal - LEP18/0013 - Sturt Street - Height of Building Provisions

Author:         Crystal Golden 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

 

Summary:

The planning proposal received Gateway Determination from the NSW Department of Planning and Environment to proceed subject to public consultation. During the public consultation period, two submissions were received.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       note the two submissions were received during the exhibition period for planning proposal LEP18/0013

b       adopt the planning proposal LEP18/0013, as exhibited, to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

c        gazette the plan and notify the Department of Planning and Environment of the decision

 

Planning Proposal Details

Proposal:

Amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 to remove the height of building provisions applicable to Lot 12 DP1237398, 11 Sturt Street

Land Owners:

CRK Holdings Pty Ltd

Officeholders:

Director:         Paul Stephen Kahlefeldt

Secretary:      Paul Stephen Kahlefeldt

Cassie Moore

Report

An amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 to remove the height of building provisions applicable to Lot 12 DP 1237398, 11 Sturt Street was previously supported by Council on 25 February 2019.

 

The proposed changes are shown in the map below:

 

 

 

The Department of Planning and Environment issued Gateway Determination on 2 April 2019 authorising the planning proposal to proceed subject to public consultation. The Gateway Determination did not require any referrals to agencies.

 

The planning proposal and gateway determination are provided as attachments to this report.

 

During the public consultation period, two (2) submissions were received. A summary of the submission and Council Officer response is provided within the Internal / External Consultation section below. The submissions are attached.

 

In considering the submissions, it is recommended to adopt the planning proposal as exhibited.

Financial Implications

The planning proposal was generated internally and therefore no application fees were collected for this planning proposal.

Policy and Legislation

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

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 and may put additional pressure on Council to consider the increase in the height of building provisions 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 a pre-Gateway review process. The reasons for refusal will have to be justified and withstand scrutiny and cross-examination.

Internal / External Consultation

A Councillor workshop was held on 21 January 2019 prior to submitting the planning proposal to NSW Department of Planning and Environment for Gateway Determination.

 

The planning proposal was placed on public exhibition from 13 April to 10 May 2019 (inclusive) in accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 public consultation provisions. Submissions were accepted until 24 May 2019. Written public notice was provided in the Daily Advertiser on two occasions during the exhibition period and neighbours in the vicinity were provided written notification.

 

The proposed amendments and accompanying exhibition material were made available for viewing by the public on Council’s website and at Council’s Customer Service Counter in the Civic Centre. The Gateway Determination did not require any agency consultation. Two (2) submissions were received during public consultation and are summarised in the table below:

 

Submissions received

Submitter

Comment 

Response

Submitter 1

 

-   Accepted a building height of 8 stories as it would complement Kilnacroft but considers 12-14 levels too high for a heritage area.

-   Such a development will bring excessively high number of vehicles in an area where parking is already lacking.

-   Retail will not work without extra parking.

-   The height will overshadow Kilnacroft and reduce the amount of light.

The concerns are acknowledged.

 

The planning proposal does not provide approval for the building design or parking requirements.

 

The issues raised will form part of the assessment of any development application lodged for development on the site.

Submitter 2

-   Acknowledges the current 25 metre building height restricts optimum development and strongly supports the proposal.

-   The correct lot is Lot 12, not Lot 11.

-   Query the retention of a 25 metre height of building restriction on the adjoining property, 9 Sturt Street (Lot 11 DP 1237398). While 9 Sturt Street contains an existing 2 storey building occupied by a dental practice, the site is also zoned B4 mixed use and it should also have the height of building restriction removed.

-   Does not object in principle to the zero setback street wall to Sturt Street identified in the plan, however believes it cannot physically be achieved as a result of the presence of a 2.5 metre wide sewer easement.

-   The right of way of Sturt Street is not considered to be appropriate as the only access point for access to 11 Sturt  Street.

-   Understands that a new design is in progress and there will be opportunity to review the updated design at development application stage, however, wanted to raise concerns now to be considered as part of the new design.

The concerns are acknowledged.

 

The incorrect lot reference is noted, the mapping and street address is correct. The correct lot details will be provided as part of the request for the plan to be made if adopted.

 

The planning proposal does not provide approval for the building design or access.

 

The issues raised will form part of the assessment of any future development application lodged for development on the site.

 

Consultation methods undertaken are indicated in the table below:

 

 

Mail

Media

Community Engagement

Digital

Rates notices insert

Direct mail

Letterbox drop

Council news story

Council News advert

Media releases

TV/radio advertising

One-on-one meetings

Your Say website

Community meetings

Stakeholder workshops

Drop-in sessions

Surveys and feedback forms

Social media

Email newsletters

Website

Digital advertising

TIER

Consult

 

x

 

 

x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

x

 

 

 

Attachments

 

1.

LEP18/0013 - Planning Proposal to amend Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

 

2.

LEP18/0013 - Gateway Determination

 

3.

LEP18/0013 - Submissions

 

  


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RP-6               Financial Performance Report as at 31 May 2019

Author:          Carolyn Rodney 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

 

Summary:

This report is for Council to consider and approve the proposed 2018/19 budget variations required to manage the 2018/19 budget and Long Term Financial Plan, and details Council’s external investments and performance as at 31 May 2019.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       approve the proposed 2018/19 budget variations for the month ended 31 May 2019 and note the balanced budget position as presented in this report

b       approve the Potential Projects outlined within the report to be included in the 2018/19 Capital Works Delivery Program

c        in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act, provide financial assistance of:

i         $90 to the Department of Family & Community Services

ii        $5,669 (incl. GST) to the Returned and Services League of Australia Wagga Wagga RSL Sub-Branch

d       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

e       note the details of the external investments as at 31 May 2019 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993

Report

Wagga Wagga City Council (Council) forecasts a balanced budget position as at 31 May 2019. Proposed 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 May when compared to budget. This is mainly due to a negative performance by Council’s Managed Fund.

 


Key Performance Indicators

 

 

OPERATING INCOME

Total operating income is 92% of approved budget, which is tracking on budget for the end of May (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 97%.

 

OPERATING EXPENSES

Total operating expenditure is 88% of approved budget and is tracking close to the budget for the full financial year.

 

CAPITAL INCOME

Total capital income is 64% 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 87% of approved budget.

 


 

WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
1 JULY 2018 TO 31 MAY 2019

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT

 

ORIGINAL
BUDGET
2018/19

BUDGET ADJ
2018/19

APPROVED BUDGET
2018/19

YTD ACTUAL   EXCL COMMT'S 2018/19

COMMT'S 2018/19

YTD ACTUAL + COMMT'S
2018/19

YTD % OF BUD

Revenue 

Rates & Annual Charges

(66,609,093)

0

(66,609,093)

(61,220,924)

0

(61,220,924)

92%

User Charges & Fees

(26,844,544)

692,404

(26,152,140)

(23,590,017)

0

(23,590,017)

90%

Interest & Investment Revenue

(2,917,452)

(822,999)

(3,740,451)

(4,221,100)

0

(4,221,100)

113%

Other Revenues

(2,983,104)

(332,402)

(3,315,506)

(3,227,015)

0

(3,227,015)

97%

Operating Grants & Contributions

(13,284,867)

3,268,762

(10,016,104)

(9,233,282)

0

(9,233,282)

92%

Capital Grants & Contributions

(36,517,290)

13,676,543

(22,840,747)

(16,203,055)

0

(16,203,055)

71%

Total Revenue

(149,156,350)

16,482,308

(132,674,042)

(117,695,393)

0

(117,695,393)

89%

 

 

Expenses

 

Employee Benefits & On-Costs

44,786,608

40,119

44,826,728

38,452,110

14,231

38,466,341

86%

Borrowing Costs

3,752,580

(121,277)

3,631,304

4,143,661

0

4,143,661

114%

Materials & Contracts

32,384,231

6,081,193

38,465,424

28,789,472

3,378,048

32,167,520

84%

Depreciation & Amortisation

35,418,997

0

35,418,997

32,467,414

0

32,467,414

92%

Other Expenses

12,125,204

(2,355,984)

9,769,220

8,986,777

59,238

9,046,015

93%

Total Expenses

128,467,621

3,644,051

132,111,672

112,839,433

3,451,517

116,290,951

88%

 

 

Net Operating (Profit)/Loss

(20,688,729)

20,126,360

(562,370)

(4,855,960)

3,451,517

(1,404,442)

 

 

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

15,828,561

6,449,817

22,278,378

11,347,095

3,451,517

14,798,613

 

 

 

Capital / Reserve Movements

Capital Exp - Renewals

33,460,752

(1,856,230)

32,024,746

20,825,931

11,837,483

32,663,414

102%

Capital Exp - New Projects

32,626,087

(11,374,968)

20,168,454

11,647,907

2,000,204

13,648,111

68%

Capital Exp - Project Concepts

23,554,733

(22,538,942)

1,678,232

445,608

132,728

578,336

34%

Loan Repayments

3,129,777

(225,924)

2,903,853

2,661,865

0

2,661,865

92%

New Loan Borrowings

(6,108,672)

1,503,878

(4,604,793)

0

0

0

0%

Sale of Assets

(952,795)

(2,701,703)

(3,654,498)

(766,384)

(72,250)

(838,634)

23%

Net Movements Reserves

(29,602,157)

17,067,530

(12,534,626)

0

0

0

0%

Total Cap/Res Movements

56,107,727

(20,126,360)

35,981,367

34,814,928

13,898,165

48,713,093

 

 

 

ORIGINAL
BUDGET
2018/19

BUDGET ADJ
2018/19

APPROVED BUDGET
2018/19

YTD ACTUAL   EXCL COMMT'S 2018/19

COMMT'S 2018/19

YTD ACTUAL + COMMT'S
2018/19

YTD % OF BUD

Net Result after Depreciation

35,418,997

0

35,418,997

29,958,968

17,349,683

47,308,651

 

Add back Depreciation Expense

35,418,997

0

35,418,997

32,467,414

0

32,467,414

92%

 

Cash Budget (Surplus)/Deficit

0

0

0

(2,508,445)

17,349,683

14,841,237

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




Revised Budget Result - Surplus/(Deficit)

$’000s

Original 2018/19 Budget Result as adopted by Council

Total Budget Variations approved to date

Budget variations for May 2019

$0

$0

$0

Proposed revised budget result for 31 May 2019

$0

 

The proposed Budget Variations to 31 May 2019 are listed below:

 

Budget Variation

Amount

Funding Source

Net Impact

Fav/ (Unfav)

2 – Safe and Healthy Community

Lawn Cemetery Garden

$9K

Parks Open Space Operational Savings ($9K)

Nil

Funds are required for the installation (earthworks and landscaping) of a new garden bed at the Wagga Lawn Cemetery. The new garden is required due to the Lawn Cemetery Stage 2 Expansion. It is proposed to fund the works from operational savings within the Parks Open Space budgets.

Estimated Completion Date: 30 June 2019

 

Cemetery Operating Reserve

$50K

Parks Open Space Operational Savings ($50K)

 

It is proposed to transfer current operational savings within the Parks Open Space budgets to the Cemetery Operating Reserve. The savings in 2018/19 are as a result of a reduction in the amount of work undertaken by contractors completing scheduled Parks maintenance. The Cemetery Operating Reserve is forecasted to deplete in future years.  This is due to an anticipated reduction in expected income as a result of increased competition and significant reductions in fees charged.

 

4 – Community Place and Identity

Refurbishment of HMAS Sydney Mast

$5K

Communications budget ($5K)

Nil

Council is in receipt of a request from The Returned and Services League of Australia (RSL) Wagga Wagga Sub-Branch to contribute to the refurbishment of the HMAS Mast.  The total cost of the refurbishment was $19K, with the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) contributing $8K, and the balance of $11K to be funded equally from the Wagga Wagga Sub-Branch and Wagga Wagga City Council. This is recognised as a financial contribution in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act, however the funds will be sourced from operational savings in the marketing and communications budget rather than the financial assistance budget.

 

Sorry Day – Ngangkari Healing Services

$15K

Murrumbidgee Community Grant Income ($15K)

Nil

Council has been successful in securing grant funds from Murrumbidgee Community Grants for the services of Ngangkari Healing Services as part of Sorry Day.

Estimated Completion Date: 30 June 2019

 

Riverina Library Science Festival

$19K

Department of Industry ($19K)

Nil

Council has been successful in securing Federal Grant funds through the Department of Industry for National Science Week 12–18 August 2019. The funds will be utilised by the Library to deliver various events throughout the week including Future Worlds and the National Indigenous Science Education Program Community Day.

Estimated Completion: August 2019

 

Library Science Programs

$8K

Inspiring Australia NSW Grant ($8K)

Nil

Council has been successful in securing NSW Government grant funds through the Inspiring Australia Program. The funds will be utilised by the Library to deliver a range of science-based programs over 12 months that include sustainability, microbiology, mathematics, coding and technology.

Estimated Completion: June 2020

 


 

5 – The Environment

Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC) Large Cardboard Compactor Purchase

$50K

NSW EPA Grant ($50K)

Nil

Council has been successful in securing NSW EPA grant funding to assist with the purchase of a large cardboard compactor for the GWMC. Council currently operates a small compactor which is currently being upgraded this financial year to cater for capacity issues. This will bring the total project budget up to $300K, with the additional $50K required for upgrading the power across to the transfer station due to the size increase of the cardboard compactor.

Estimated Completion: August 2019

 

Stormwater Drainage Works - Plumpton Road

$47K

Section 64 Reserve ($47K)

Nil

Funds are required for the construction of a 105 metre of stormwater pipe to expand the network along Plumpton Road due to subdivision activity, as included in the Wagga Wagga City Council Development Servicing Plan – Stormwater November 2007 (Section 64). It is proposed to fund these works from the Section 64 Stormwater Reserve. These funds were moved as part of the project reset report into 2020/21, and as a potential project, however the works are about to commence, and the funding is required to be brought into 2018/19 with some potential carryover into 2019/20.

 

 

Nil

 

Capital Works Projects – Transfer from Potential Projects into Delivery Program and Bringing Forward of Funds from 2020/21

 

The Potential Projects is a list of adopted Capital Works projects which have not been included in the 2018/19 Delivery Program for the following reason(s):

 

-  Capacity and resourcing constraints

-  Project description and scope not fully defined

-  External funding to be determined

 

The following projects are now considered to meet the necessary requirements to be included in the Capital Works Delivery Program with the Stormwater Drainage Works associated with Plumpton Road to be brought forward from 2020/21 so that works can commence:

 

Capital Works Project

Prior Years

2018/19 Budget

2019/20

2020/21

Total Project Budget (incl Prior + Future Year Budget)

Narrung Street Treatment Plant Flood Protection Infrastructure

$1,068,095

$300

$0

$81,605

$1,150,000

Sewerage Pump Station 30 Bomen New Asset

$292,451

$200,000

$800,000

$923,621

$2,216,072

Sewer Treatment Works Forest Hill Plant - New Asset

$48,806

$50,000

$1,119,871

$0

$1,218,677

Sewerage Pump Station 15 Hammond Avenue - Renewals

$35,969

$234,605

$1,329,426

$0

$1,600,000

Stormwater Drainage Works – Plumpton Road (noting that $46,178 is required to be brought forward from 2020/21 into 2018/19 so that works can commence)

$0

$170 + $46,178 from 2020/21

$0

$0

$46,348

 

It should be noted that the above information is also incorporated into RP-1 Integrated Planning and Reporting – Adoption of Documents, so that the appropriate adjustments can be made to the Long Term Financial Plan 2020/29 and the Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2019/20 accordingly.


Current Restrictions

 

 

RESERVES SUMMARY

31 MAY 2019

 

CLOSING BALANCE 2017/18

ADOPTED RESERVE TRANSFERS 2018/19

BUDGET VARIATIONS APPROVED UP TO COUNCIL MEETING 27.05.19

PROPOSED CHANGES for Council Resolution

REVISED BALANCE

 

 

 

 

 

 

Externally Restricted

 

 

 

 

 

Developer Contributions - Sect 7.11

(19,959,750)

7,405,683

(10,250,301)

 

(22,804,367)

Developer Contributions - Sect 7.12

(465,272)

358,500

112,629

 

5,857

Developer Contributions – S/Water DSP S64

(5,478,298)

500,000

(1,153,831)

46,178

(6,085,951)

Sewer Fund

(26,204,212)

4,267,364

(5,887,945)

 

(27,769,793)

Solid Waste

(20,184,154)

9,600,364

(8,733,353)

 

(19,317,142)

Specific Purpose Grants

(3,519,384)

0

3,519,384

 

0

SRV Levee

(2,847,382)

1,807,667

(798,197)

 

(1,837,912)

Stormwater Levy

(3,167,296)

162,032

(97,159)

 

(3,102,423)

Total Externally Restricted

(81,825,747)

24,101,610

(23,288,772)

46,178

(80,911,731)

 

 

Internally Restricted

 

Airport

(63,685)

(158,452)

(25,598)

(247,735)

Art Gallery 

(49,209)

13,262

0

(35,947)

Ashmont Community Facility

(6,000)

(1,500)

0

(7,500)

Bridge Replacement 

(201,972)

(100,000)

0

(301,972)

CBD Carparking Facilities 

(863,695)

160,302

(59,501)

(762,894)

CCTV 

(74,476)

(10,000)

0

(84,476)

Cemetery Perpetual 

(65,479)

(129,379)

103,758

(91,100)

Cemetery 

(452,507)

420

79,947

(50,000)

(422,141)

Civic Theatre Operating 

0

(55,000)

24,485

(30,515)

Civic Theatre Technical Infrastructure 

(92,585)

(50,000)

63,711

(78,875)

Civil Projects 

(155,883)

0

0

(155,883)

Community Amenities 

(76,763)

0

0

(76,763)

Community Works 

(61,888)

(59,720)

17,000

 

(104,608)

Council Election 

(255,952)

(76,333)

44,045

(288,240)

Emergency Events 

(220,160)

0

29,000

(191,160)

Employee Leave Entitlements

(3,322,780)

0

0

 

(3,322,780)

Environmental Conservation 

(131,351)

20,295

0

 

(111,056)

Estella Community Centre 

(230,992)

178,519

(178,519)

 

(230,992)

Event Attraction Reserve

0

0

(4,421)

 

(4,421)

Family Day Care 

(320,364)

75,366

(1,556)

 

(246,555)

Fit for the Future 

(5,340,222)

4,444,014

896,208

 

(0)

Generic Projects Saving

(1,056,917)

150,000

122,306

 

(784,611)

Glenfield Community Centre 

(19,704)

(2,000)

0

 

(21,704)

Grants Commission 

(5,199,163)

0

5,199,163

 

0

Grassroots Cricket 

(70,992)

0

0

 

(70,992)

Gravel Pit Restoration 

(767,509)

0

0

 

(767,509)


 


 

RESERVES SUMMARY

 

31 MAY 2019

 

CLOSING BALANCE 2017/18

ADOPTED RESERVE TRANSFERS 2018/19

BUDGET VARIATIONS APPROVED UP TO COUNCIL MEETING 27.05.19

PROPOSED CHANGES for Council Resolution

REVISED BALANCE

Gurwood Street Property 

(50,454)

0

0

 

(50,454)

Information Services

(369,113)

77,858

73,406

 

(217,850)

Infrastructure Replacement 

(193,634)

(68,109)

(62,934)

 

(324,677)

Insurance Variations 

(28,644)

0

(71,603)

 

(100,246)

Internal Loans 

(518,505)

(631,470)

(228,112)

 

(1,378,087)

Lake Albert Improvements 

(62,349)

(21,563)

64,054

 

(19,858)

LEP Preparation 

(3,895)

0

1,350

 

(2,545)

Livestock Marketing Centre 

(5,724,767)

(1,146,762)

890,532

 

(5,980,998)

Museum Acquisitions 

(39,378)

0

0

 

(39,378)

Oasis Building Renewal 

(209,851)

(85,379)

3,000

 

(292,230)

Oasis Plant 

(1,140,543)

390,000

(481,652)

 

(1,232,195)

Parks & Recreation Projects

(79,648)

49,500

0

 

(30,148)

Pedestrian River Crossing

(10,775)

0

10,775

 

0

Plant Replacement 

(3,935,062)

253,958

1,093,434

 

(2,587,671)

Playground Equipment Replacement 

(164,784)

69,494

0

 

(95,290)

Project Carryovers 

(2,006,338)

402,808

914,760

 

(688,770)

Public Art 

(208,754)

30,300

64,997

 

(113,457)

Robertson Oval Redevelopment 

(92,151)

0

0

 

(92,151)

Senior Citizens Centre 

(15,627)

(2,000)

0

 

(17,627)

Sister Cities 

(36,328)

(10,000)

0

 

(46,328)

Stormwater Drainage 

(180,242)

0

22,000

 

(158,242)

Strategic Real Property 

(475,000)

401,305

(395,655)

 

(469,350)

Street Lighting Replacement 

(74,755)

0

18,206

 

(56,549)

Subdivision Tree Planting 

(582,108)

40,000

0

 

(542,108)

Sustainable Energy 

(588,983)

95,000

4,470

 

(489,512)

Traffic Committee 

(21,930)

0

20,138

 

(1,792)

Unexpended External Loans 

(841,521)

0

841,521

 

0

Workers Compensation 

(40,000)

0

(53,251)

 

(93,251)

Total Internally Restricted

(36,795,390)

4,244,732

9,039,462

(50,000)

(23,561,196)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total Restricted

(118,621,137)

28,346,342

(14,249,310)

(3,822)

(104,472,927)

 

Section 356 Financial Assistance Requests

 

Two Section 356 financial assistance requests have been received for the 24 June 2019 Ordinary Council meeting, which are shown below for Council’s consideration:

 

1.      Department of Family & Community Services (Homeless Week Expo) – Victory Memorial Gardens Fees Subsidy $90

 

Triple H (Housing, Homelessness and Human Services) Forum in partnership with Local Government and Non-Government Organisations hold a Homeless Week Expo at the Victory Memorial Gardens. The Expo, which is now in its third year, allows local homelessness services to set up a table each with their information. The Triple H Forum does not have funding and is requesting the fee waiver to enable the use of the Victory Memorial Gardens.

The above request aligns with Council’s Strategic Plan “Safe and Healthy Community” – Outcome: Our health and support services meet the needs of our community.

 

Council has not provided any financial assistance to the above group in the last 12 months.

 

2.      Returned and Services League of Australia (RSL) Wagga Wagga Sub‑Branch

 

The Returned and Services League of Australia (RSL) Wagga Wagga Sub-Branch has requested Council to contribute to the refurbishment of the HMAS Mast. The total cost of the refurbishment was $19K, with the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) contributing $8K, and the balance of $11K to be funded equally from the Wagga Wagga Sub-Branch and Wagga Wagga City Council. It is proposed to source the funds from savings in the marketing and communications budget rather than the financial assistance budget.

 

The above request aligns with Council’s Strategic Plan “Community Place and Identity” – Outcome: There is a Defence presence in our city.

 

Council has not provided any financial assistance to the above group in the last 12 months.

 

Budget

 

The Section 356 financial assistance budget for the 2018/19 financial year is $50,256, of which $41,689 is already committed in the adopted 2018/19 Delivery and Operational Plan.

 

From the $8,567 that was initially remaining, a balance of $4,745 (including the additional budget vote of $3,346 approved at the 29 January 2019 Council Meeting Council Officers Report RP5) is currently available.

 

If the proposed financial assistance of $90 included in this report is approved, this would leave an unexpended budget of $4,655 for the remainder of the 2018/19 financial year, noting that the contribution for the refurbishment of the HMAS Mast is recommended to be sourced from operational savings within the marketing and communications budget.

 

Unallocated balance of S356 fee waiver financial assistance budget 2018/19

$4,745

Department of Family & Community Services

($90) 

Balance of Section 356 fee waiver financial assistance budget for the remainder of the 2018/19 Financial Year

$4,655

 

 


Investment Summary as at 31 May 2019

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

 

Institution

Rating

Closing Balance
Invested
30/04/2019
$

Closing Balance
Invested
31/05/2019
$

May
EOM
Current Yield
%

May
EOM
% of Portfolio

Investment
Date

Maturity
Date

Term
(months)

Short Term Deposits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AMP

A-

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.95%

1.43%

1/06/2018

3/06/2019

12

AMP

A-

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.80%

0.71%

17/05/2019

13/11/2019

6

Police Credit Union

NR

2,000,000

0

0.00%

0.00%

28/05/2018

28/05/2019

12

Westpac

AA-

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.80%

0.71%

28/06/2018

28/06/2019

12

Australian Military Bank

NR

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.01%

0.71%

16/07/2018

16/07/2019

12

Australian Military Bank

NR

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.86%

0.71%

7/09/2018

8/07/2019

10

AMP

A-

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.00%

0.71%

6/03/2019

2/09/2019

6

AMP

A-

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.00%

0.71%

6/03/2019

2/12/2019

9

MyState

BBB

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.75%

0.71%

1/04/2019

1/04/2020

12

Suncorp-Metway

A+

0

2,000,000

2.26%

1.43%

28/05/2019

28/11/2019

6

Total Short Term Deposits

 

11,000,000

11,000,000

2.79%

7.85%

 

 

 

At Call Accounts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NAB

AA-

2,307,037

2,106,123

1.50%

1.50%

N/A

N/A

N/A

NAB

AA-

16,589,425

14,418,223

2.19%

10.29%

N/A

N/A

N/A

Total At Call Accounts

 

18,896,462

16,524,346

2.10%

11.79%

 

 

 

Medium Term Deposits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RaboBank

A+

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.16%

0.71%

5/06/2017

6/06/2022

60

ING Bank

A

3,000,000

3,000,000

2.75%

2.14%

24/08/2017

26/08/2019

24

ME Bank

BBB

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.28%

1.43%

2/09/2014

2/09/2019

60

Rabobank

A+

1,000,000

1,000,000

4.10%

0.71%

5/12/2014

5/12/2019

60

BOQ

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.10%

1.43%

7/07/2017

7/07/2020

36

AMP

A-

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.00%

1.43%

2/08/2018

3/02/2020

18

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.00%

0.71%

12/08/2016

12/08/2019

36

Rabobank

A+

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.20%

0.71%

25/08/2016

25/08/2021

60

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.00%

0.71%

31/08/2016

30/08/2019

36

Westpac

AA-

3,000,000

3,000,000

2.96%

2.14%

10/03/2017

10/03/2022

60

Auswide

BBB-

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.95%

1.43%

5/10/2018

6/10/2020

24

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.92%

0.71%

16/10/2017

16/10/2019

24

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.92%

1.43%

6/11/2017

6/11/2019

24

BOQ

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.35%

1.43%

3/01/2018

4/01/2022

48

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.80%

0.71%

5/01/2018

6/01/2020

24

Police Credit Union

NR

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.05%

1.43%

29/10/2018

29/10/2020

24

Australian Military Bank

NR

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.95%

0.71%

29/05/2018

29/05/2020

24

BOQ

BBB+

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.50%

0.71%

1/06/2018

1/06/2022

48

Westpac

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.02%

1.43%

28/06/2018

28/06/2021

36

Westpac

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.88%

1.43%

28/06/2018

29/06/2020

24

Institution

Rating

Closing Balance
Invested
30/04/2019
$

Closing Balance
Invested
31/05/2019
$

May
EOM
Current Yield
%

May
EOM
% of Portfolio

Investment
Date

Maturity
Date

Term
(months)

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.86%

1.43%

16/08/2018

17/08/2020

24

BOQ

BBB+

3,000,000

3,000,000

3.25%

2.14%

28/08/2018

29/08/2022

48

ING Bank

A

3,000,000

3,000,000

2.85%

2.14%

30/08/2018

14/09/2020

24

P&N Bank

BBB

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.10%

0.71%

16/10/2018

18/10/2021

36

Westpac

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.05%

1.43%

13/11/2018

15/11/2021

36

Police Credit Union

NR

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.07%

0.71%

20/11/2018

20/11/2020

24

P&N Bank

BBB

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.30%

0.71%

20/11/2018

21/11/2022

48

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.93%

1.43%

29/11/2018

30/11/2020

24

NAB

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.01%

1.43%

30/11/2018

30/11/2021

36

Bendigo-Adelaide

BBB+

1,000,000

1,000,000

3.25%

0.71%

30/11/2018

30/11/2022

48

CUA

BBB

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.02%

1.43%

5/12/2018

7/12/2020

24

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.05%

1.43%

8/02/2019

8/02/2022

36

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.82%

0.71%

22/02/2019

22/02/2021

24

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.70%

1.43%

23/04/2019

26/04/2022

36

BoQ

BBB+

0

1,000,000

2.40%

0.71%

22/05/2019

23/05/2022

36

Total Medium Term Deposits

 

58,000,000

59,000,000

3.06%

42.09%

 

 

 

Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BOQ

BBB+

2,011,194

2,011,831

BBSW + 110

1.44%

5/08/2014

24/06/2019

58

AMP

A-

1,011,179

1,005,707

BBSW + 135

0.72%

24/05/2016

24/05/2021

60

BOQ

BBB+

1,511,251

1,514,003

BBSW + 117

1.08%

26/10/2016

26/10/2020

48

Teachers Mutual

BBB

1,504,260

1,507,817

BBSW + 140

1.08%

28/10/2016

28/10/2019

36

CUA

BBB

756,950

758,659

BBSW + 130

0.54%

20/03/2017

20/03/2020

36

Heritage Bank

BBB+

607,948

604,311

BBSW + 130

0.43%

4/05/2017

4/05/2020

36

Teachers Mutual

BBB

1,009,552

1,012,269

BBSW + 142

0.72%

29/06/2017

29/06/2020

36

NAB

AA-

3,031,471

0

0.00%

0.00%

5/07/2017

5/07/2022

60

Suncorp-Metway

A+

1,012,797

1,008,362

BBSW + 97

0.72%

16/08/2017

16/08/2022

60

Westpac

AA-

2,010,154

2,011,955

BBSW + 81

1.44%

30/10/2017

27/10/2022

60

ME Bank

BBB

1,517,381

1,510,414

BBSW + 125

1.08%

9/11/2017

9/11/2020

36

NAB

AA-

2,019,747

2,008,821

BBSW + 80

1.43%

10/11/2017

10/02/2023

63

ANZ

AA-

1,506,110

1,507,840

BBSW + 77

1.08%

18/01/2018

18/01/2023

60

Bendigo-Adelaide

BBB+

501,908

503,229

BBSW + 105

0.36%

25/01/2018

25/01/2023

60

Newcastle Permanent

BBB

1,523,037

1,515,637

BBSW + 140

1.08%

6/02/2018

6/02/2023

60

Westpac

AA-

2,017,890

2,019,149

BBSW + 83

1.44%

6/03/2018

6/03/2023

60

UBS

A+

2,010,023

2,015,205

BBSW + 90

1.44%

8/03/2018

8/03/2023

60

Heritage Bank

BBB+

1,410,080

1,413,799

BBSW + 123

1.01%

29/03/2018

29/03/2021

36

ME Bank

BBB

1,608,902

1,613,818

BBSW + 127

1.15%

17/04/2018

16/04/2021

36

ANZ

AA-

2,025,980

2,015,044

BBSW + 93

1.44%

9/05/2018

9/05/2023

60

NAB

AA-

2,024,118

2,013,364

BBSW + 90

1.44%

16/05/2018

16/05/2023

60

CBA

AA-

2,024,576

2,013,610

BBSW + 93

1.44%

16/08/2018

16/08/2023

60

Bank Australia

BBB

758,018

753,761

BBSW + 130

0.54%

30/08/2018

30/08/2021

36

CUA

BBB

606,975

608,585

BBSW + 125

0.43%

6/09/2018

6/09/2021

36

AMP

A-

1,505,259

1,508,776

BBSW + 108

1.08%

10/09/2018

10/09/2021

36

NAB

AA-

2,017,630

2,019,652

BBSW + 93

1.44%

26/09/2018

26/09/2023

60

Bendigo-Adelaide

BBB+

1,005,813

1,007,977

BBSW + 101

0.72%

19/10/2018

19/01/2022

39

CBA

AA-

3,049,153

3,050,995

BBSW + 113

2.18%

11/01/2019

11/01/2024

60

Institution

Rating

Closing Balance
Invested
30/04/2019
$

Closing Balance
Invested
31/05/2019
$

May
EOM
Current Yield
%

May
EOM
% of Portfolio

Investment
Date

Maturity
Date

Term
(months)

Westpac

AA-

3,045,112

3,049,069

BBSW + 114

2.18%

24/01/2019

24/04/2024

63

ANZ

AA-

2,550,759

2,533,494

BBSW + 110

1.81%

8/02/2019

8/02/2024

60

NAB

AA-

2,031,430

2,018,006

BBSW + 104

1.44%

26/02/2019

26/02/2024

60

Bank of China Australia

A

1,504,255

1,507,128

BBSW + 100

1.08%

17/04/2019

17/10/2022

42

Westpac

AA-

0

2,503,410

BBSW + 88

1.79%

16/05/2019

16/08/2024

63

Total Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt

 

52,730,908

52,145,695

 

37.20%

 

 

 

Managed Funds

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NSW Tcorp

NR

1,512,542

1,494,149

-1.22%

1.07%

17/03/2014

1/04/2024

120

Total Managed Funds

 

1,512,542

1,494,149

-1.22%

1.07%

 

 

 

TOTAL CASH ASSETS, CASH
EQUIVALENTS & INVESTMENTS

 

142,139,911

140,164,190

 

100.00%

 

 

 

LESS: RIVERINA REGIONAL LIBRARY (RRL) CASH AT BANK

 

3,213,148

2,951,489

 

 

 

 

 

TOTAL WWCC CASH ASSETS, CASH
EQUIVALENTS & INVESTMENTS

 

138,926,763

137,212,701

 

 

 

 

 

 

Council’s investment portfolio is dominated by Term Deposits, equating to approximately 50% of the portfolio across a broad range of counterparties. Cash equates to 12%, with Floating Rate Notes (FRNs) around 37% 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 decreased from the previous month’s balance, down from $138.9M to $137.2M.

 

 

Monthly Investment Movements

 

Redemptions/Sales – Council redeemed the following investment securities during May 2019:

 

Institution and Type

Amount

Investment

Term

Interest

Rate

Comments

Police Credit Union Term Deposit

$2M

12 months

2.86%

This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and funds were reinvested in a new 6-month term deposit with Suncorp Bank (see below).

NAB Term Deposit

$3M

5 years

BBSW + 90

This floating rate note was sold prior to maturity and funds were reinvested in the new 5 ¼ year Westpac FRN (see below). Council recognised a capital gain of $23,610.

New Investments – Council purchased the following investment securities during May 2019:

 

Institution and Type

Amount

Investment

Term

Interest

Rate

Comments

Suncorp Bank Term Deposit

$2M

6 months

2.26%

The Suncorp Bank rate of 2.26% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this investment term. This term was chosen as this rate outperformed longer dated investments.

BOQ Term Deposit

$1M

3 years

2.40%

The BOQ rate of 2.40% 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.

Westpac Floating Rate Note

$2.5M

5.25 years

BBSW + 88

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

 

Rollovers – Council rolled the following investment securities during May 2019:

 

Institution and Type

Amount

Investment

Term

Interest

Rate

Comments

AMP Bank Term Deposit

$1M

6 months

2.80%

This term deposit was a 12-month investment at 2.95% and was rolled at maturity into a 6-month term deposit at 2.80%.

 

Monthly Investment Performance

 

Interest/growth/capital gains for the month totaled $275,664, which compares unfavourably with the budget for the period of $296,529, underperforming budget for the month by $20,865.

 

Council’s T-Corp Long Term Growth Fund detracted from the overall performance for the month of May, as international equity markets suffered a rout. The fund was down 1.22% for the month of May but has returned 9.49% per annum since the original investment in March 2014. Overall, the Growth Fund remains Council’s best performing asset over 3 years by a considerable margin.

 

It is important to note Council’s investment portfolio balance 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. Further analysis of the capital works program and revised timing of projects has recently been reported to Council. This will result in Councils investment portfolio continuing to maintain a higher balance until these projects commence or advance further.

 

 

The longer-dated deposits in the portfolio, particularly those locked in above 3.50%, have previously anchored Council’s portfolio performance. It should be noted that the portfolio now only includes two investments yielding above 3.50%. 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* (1.99%), Council’s investment portfolio returned 2.76% (annualised) for May. Cash and At-Call accounts returned 2.10% (annualised) for this period. These funds are utilised for daily cash flow management and need to be available to meet operating and contractual payments as they fall due.

 

Over the past year, Councils investment portfolio has returned 3.04%, outperforming the AusBond Bank Bill index by 1.05%. Council’s Independent Financial Advisor, Imperium Markets, outlined that with regards to its total investment portfolio, Wagga Wagga City Council remains one of the best performing local government entities in the country.

 

* 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 29 April 2019.

 

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

Section 625 - How may councils invest?

 

Local Government (General) Regulation 2005

Section 212 - Reports on council investments

 

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 relation 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 - Financial Assistance Request - Department of Family & Community Services

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019.                                                             RP-6

 


 


 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-7

 

RP-7               Memorandum Of Understanding  - Riverina Police - Wagga Wagga City Council - Development applications

Author:                        Paul O'Brien 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Summary:

The NSW Police Force are looking to standardise processes for police when dealing with development applications, as such the Executive Management of the NSW Police Force have requested police engage in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with each Council area to improve involvement in the Development Application Process. The attached MOU is a formalisation of the existing processes for the Licensed Premise Reference Group.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council authorise the Mayor and General Manager to execute the Memorandum of understanding between the Riverina Police and Wagga Wagga City Council.

 

Report

The Riverina Police and Wagga Wagga City Council have an existing strong working relationship in relation to development applications. For a number of years Council and Police have consulted on applications within the Licenced Premises Reference Group (LPRG).

 

The LPRG was established to provide a platform for consultation and the provision of expert advice to inform assessment of development applications, community impact statements and liquor licence applications for liquor outlets and other developments related to the liquor industry. The LPRG also serves to monitor the effectiveness of recommendations made on relevant applications.

 

Development Applications are referred to the LPRG and a meeting is organised and held within the development application exhibition period. Submissions are received from group members within five business days of the meeting being held.

 

The LPRG membership comprises:

 

·    Riverina Police representative

·    Manager City Development

·    Manager Environment & City Compliance

·    Manager Community Services

·    Development Assessment Coordinator

·    Assessing Town Planner

 

The proposed MOU (attached) would operate to formalise the existing arrangements that are currently in place under the current SCS.AS.43 – Licensed Premises Reference Group Internal Operating Procedure.


 

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

 

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

N/A

Internal / External Consultation

No external consultation was undertaken. Internal consultation within the City Development area was undertaken.

 

Attachments

 

1.

MOU - Riverina Police - Wagga Wagga City Council

 

  


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-7

 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-8

 

RP-8               Bolton Park Master Plan

Author:         Peter Cook 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

 

Summary:

Council previously resolved to place the draft Bolton Park Master Plan on public exhibition. This report is to consider the public submissions received and consider adoption of the final Bolton Park Master Plan.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       note the submissions received relating to the draft Bolton Park Master Plan

b       adopts the Bolton Park Master Plan

c        supports the General Manager or their delegate engaging with stakeholders and the State and Federal Government to seek funding for the implementation of the Bolton Park Master Plan

d       receive further reports detailing the business case and funding for the implementation of the various elements of the plan

 

Report

At the December 2018 Ordinary Meeting of Council it was resolved:

That Council:

a       receives the Bolton Park Master Plan

b       place the draft Bolton Park Master Plan on public exhibition for a period for 56 days from 20 December 2018 to 14 February 2019 and invite public submissions until 21 February 2019 on the draft document

c        receive a further report following the public exhibition and submission period:

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

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

This report is response to point “c” of the above resolution.

 

During the public exhibition period thirty-three public submissions were received. Many of the issues raised related to aspects of the detailed design of the various Master Plan elements. These issues will be addressed further during the business case and design phases prior to implementing each of the Master Plan elements. The submissions included letters of support from Tennis NSW, AFL NSW, Swimming NSW, Wagga Tigers Australian Rules Football and Netball Club and Committee 4 Wagga.

 

Much of the feedback was from aquatic users, with seventeen responses coming from members of the swimming, water polo and diving communities expressing support for the Master Plan.

 

Many of the submissions identified the benefits of the Master Plan and included an increased number of major events, economic benefits to the city and skill development of younger athletes.

 

During the public exhibition period the link to public submissions was shared via Council’s Facebook page with the following results:

                            Reach                 Engagement

Paid                    11,384                2,230

Organic              8,481                   5,931

Total                   19,865                8,161

35% of paid reach was to young people aged 13 – 24.

Additionally, a boosted post was also activated on the Youth Facebook page that was seen by over 7,000 young people with 417 engagements. Analytics of the post showed a reach of 65% male and 35% female, with the predominant age group being young people between 13-17 years old.

The issues identified in the submissions and letters of support were:

 

Issue

Response

Concern relating to cost of Master Plan.

Final costing of each of the elements of the Master Plan will be determined during detailed design. Each element will require an individual business case and need to be assessed along with other Council priorities prior to funding being committed. Funding contributions will need to be sought through a combination of government grants and user group contributions.

Concern for croquet relocation and request for additional lawns.

The Master Plan contains two options for croquet. One option allows for croquet to be accommodated using the same number of lawns as the current facility within the Bolton Park Precinct. The other allows for croquet to be moved to another location with the CBD to allow for expansion. Consultation with the croquet club is ongoing to determine which option will best meet the future needs of the club.

Concern for soccer in the city in general.

Soccer will be able to use the Bolton Park Precinct when required. Other facilities for the sport outside of the Bolton Park Precinct have been addressed by the Recreation Open Space and Community Strategy 2040. Council staff are also working with Football Wagga Wagga and other stakeholders in the development of a Master Plan for the Rawlings Park Precinct.

Concern regarding placement of the café.

The proposed location of the café is intended to take advantage of the future development of the site under the Master Plan that would increase the activation of the area between the Oasis and the proposed sporting hub. It is anticipated that this would be subject to a business case being developed to support this location as the site develops over the course of the plan’s implementation.

Suitable outdoor space and provisions for trees needs to be identified surrounding outdoor pool.

The plan has identified additional open space surrounding the outdoor pool. Additional trees can be considered as part of the landscape design.

Fencing of areas adjoining highway, particularly playground.

The playground on Edward Street has been replaced by the fenced Livvi’s Place playground on Morgan Street. 

Concerns about sufficient parking.

The Master Plan identifies the existing carparks in Fitzhardinge Street and Morgan Street to be turned into multi-deck car parks.

Access to greenkeeping storage and facilities.

Additional green keeping space has been identified in Bolton Park. The Robertson Oval greenkeeping space will be further developed during the detailed design phase of the project.

Ensuring specs across all sports are suitable / correct for high level competition.

This will be addressed during the detailed design phase.

Poor ventilation within the indoor pool space.

The detailed design phase of the aquatic sector will consider improvements to the ventilation.

Request for covered team benches and scoring area and toilet /change facilities near the netbalI courts.

The team benches and scoring area will be addressed during the detailed design phase of the project. The toilet and changeroom facilities for netball are anticipated to be collocated within the tennis centre building.

Adequate lighting on outdoor courts.

All lighting will be in line with standards for the sports using the courts. This will be addressed during the detailed design phase.

Lack of outdoor recreation space for the planned pool areas.

The Master Plan identifies the expansion of the open space surrounding the existing outdoor pool. The plan also identifies a water slide and splash pad for the Oasis however it does not specify if this is to be indoors or outdoors. This will be determined following further public consultation during the detailed design phase of the implementation of the aquatic section.

Lack of consultation with the community.

There has been a large amount of consultation with the community undertaken in the formulation of the Master Plan. This consultation is outlined within the final Master Plan document. In addition to the direct consultation regarding this project, extensive community consultation was undertaken during the development of the Recreation Open Space and Community Strategy 2040, where the need for a new Master Plan for Bolton Park was identified.

Lack of evidence for demand of elite sporting facilities in our area. Especially in comparison to demand for more recreation pool space.

The draft NSW Office of Sport, Riverina Murray Regional Sporting Plan identifies the development of a Regional Sporting Hub in Wagga Wagga that will include multi-purpose facilities that will be accessible to the whole region. During development of the plan consultation with state sporting organisations representing AFL, cricket, tennis, swimming, water polo, basketball, gymnastics identified the need for elite level sporting facilities within Wagga Wagga as a priority for these sports.

During the development of the Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy 2018 a Water Park/Water slide was ranked second in ‘The top five items the community wanted added’.

Not allowing for and prioritising future growth of the city in a recreational sense. Especially in summer, in the hot climate Wagga Wagga experiences.

The Master Plan is only intended to outline future plans for the Bolton Park Precinct.

Planning for recreational developments in other areas of the city are identified in separate Master Plans and the Recreation Open Space and Community Strategy 2040.

Lack of appropriate Infrastructure and planning for a large-scale elite sporting hub in Central Wagga Wagga.

The Master Plan is the high-level document that identifies the need and locations for the various elements of the sporting hub. Further detailed planning will occur during the development of the business case and detailed design of the various elements of the Master Plan.

 

Following a review of these issues the following updates were made to the draft Bolton Park Master Plan:

 

·        Option added to show possible retention of croquet within the Precinct

·        Multi-level car parking identified

·        Additional greenkeeping space added to the Bolton Park amenities building

·        Entry court between Oasis and sports hub shown

 

Financial Implications

The total cost of implementing all items within the Master Plan is estimated to be $65,013,550 which is mostly unfunded. Following the adoption of the final Master Plan, each project element will have a detailed business case inclusive of a detailed quantity surveyed estimate developed.

 

The funded portions include $8,754,081.88 currently identified within the Long Term Financial Plan which are funded through borrowings of $1,847,693; developer contributions of $6,257,500; general purpose revenue of $306,652.88 and grant funding of $342,236.

 

The cost of developing the Master Plan was $122,907. This amount funded the engagement of consultants and the undertaking of community and stakeholder engagement. The original budget allocated was $150,000 leaving $27,093 remaining that will be carried over into 2019/20 to commence the design work required.

 

For the final Master Plan to be implemented, grant funding along with other stakeholder funding will have to be secured following the development of detailed business cases.

Policy and Legislation

Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy and Implementation Plans 2040

 

Draft Riverina Murray Sport and Active Recreation Plan

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Place and Identity

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

Outcome: We are the city of good sports

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

The risks associated with implementing this Master Plan relate to process, cost, environmental, WHS and contractor performance. These risks will be addressed as part of the Council’s project management and contractor performance management systems.

Internal / External Consultation

A number of stakeholder engagement sessions were held during the development of the Master Plan. This also included an open community session held in the foyer of the Oasis that enabled individuals to provide suggestions as well as internal staff sessions allowing staff to provide input.

 

The consultant undertook a number of individual stakeholder sessions, the outcomes of these sessions are detailed within the Master Plan.

 

During the public exhibition period the Master Plan was available for the public to make submissions via the Council website. This link was promoted via social media on the Council Facebook page and Youth Facebook page. Face to Face consultation also occurred during this period with stakeholders.

 

 

Mail

Media

Community Engagement

Digital

Rates notices insert

Direct mail

Letterbox drop

Council news story

Council News advert

Media releases

TV/radio advertising

One-on-one meetings

Your Say website

Community meetings

Stakeholder workshops

Drop-in sessions

Surveys and feedback forms

Social media

Email newsletters

Website

Digital advertising

TIER

Consult

 

 

 

x

x

x

 

x

x

x

x

x

 

x

x

 

 

 

Attachments

 

1.

Bolton Park Master Plan Submissions - Combined

This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, as it deals with: personnel matters concerning particular individuals. - Provided under separate cover

 

2.

Final Draft Bolton Park Master Plan - Provided under separate cover

 

  


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-9

 

RP-9               Canberra Raiders NRL match review and future event planning

Author:         Peter Cook 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

 

Summary:

McDonald’s Park hosted a Canberra Raiders NRL home game on Saturday 4 May 2019. This report provides details of the benefits the game provided to the city and recommends potential venue improvements that will assist in the delivery of future events held at the venue.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       note the outcomes and benefits received from hosting the Canberra Raiders NRL home game

b       approve the following identified venue improvements and budget variations as detailed in the financial implications section of the report subject to agreement by the funding provider of the Low Cost Loan Initiative and inclusive of:

i         the construction of a permanent all-weather exit from Hiscock Drive West to Kooringal Road inclusive of acceleration lane, drainage works and shared path

ii        the construction of overflow parking on land east of Marshall Creek linked to McDonald’s Park via a pedestrian bridge

iii       the extension of the southern hill to match the northern hill

iv       the provision of an improved Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant ramp at the VIP gate

v        the construction of an additional 400 seats along the western side and 800 seats along the western side of the ground inclusive of wheelchair compliant spaces and a concrete pathway on the northern and southern hills to join the seating areas

vi       the widening of the access road adjacent to the western fence and installation of power supply for cool rooms and other facilities

vii      building Improvements including new carpet in corporate area, improved sound system for venue, improvements to the men’s toilets and additional storage onsite

 

Report

On Saturday 4 May 2019 the Canberra Raiders hosted an NRL match against the Penrith Panthers at McDonald’s Park. This report provides details of the outcomes and benefits that resulted from the match, as well as potential improvements to the venue that will assist in the hosting of future events.

 


 

Attendance/Gameday Reach Summary

 

•     Attendance: 10,079

•     Web presence: 632,144 Impressions 1,143 Clicks

•     Significant social media coverage

•     Extensive Radio, TV and Newspaper Coverage

•     Live Foxtel TV audience of 170,827

 

Benefits Received

 

•     Estimated economic benefit in excess of $2 million

•     Successful business networking function was held in the corporate suite

•     An Equity and Domestic Violence program was undertaken by Alan Tongue

•     Mortimer Shield visit and fan engagement with an excess of 600 primary school children involved

•     A partnership with the Murrumbidgee Turf Club (MTC) was formed to grow attendance at both events

•     Wagga Rugby League income from food and beverage sales is to be reinvested into the facilities

 

Visitor Economy

 

•     Accommodation occupancy

 

Motels/Pubs/Apartments (excludes Airbnb, Caravan Parks, surrounding villages, Kurrajong Scout Camp, Borambola Sport and Recreation Centre)

2018

2019

Average occupancy Thursday

90%

94%

Average occupancy Friday

82%

97%

Average occupancy Saturday

50%

77%

 

•     Gold Cup attendance increased by approximately 800 on 2018.

•     26% of ticket sales were sold outside of the Riverina.

•     Extensive coverage of Wagga Wagga and the Riverina via Destination NSW.

•     Collaboration with the operators for travel packages with 31 packages sold. This would be expected to increase in the future as product awareness increases.

•     Destination NSW are completing an attendee’s survey with the results to be provided to Council.

 

Feedback Received

 

•     Overwhelmingly positive feedback from the community, Raiders, Canberra Region Joint Organisation and MTC.

•     Visitor Information Centre staff received positive feedback on the combination of events noting a programming opportunity on the Saturday morning e.g. River and Wren markets to consider for future years.

•     Feedback on traffic and parking was mixed and was dependent on the car park location utilised.

•     Council is undertaking a business survey to understand the benefits of the NRL game and NSW Touch Carnival also held recently, to identify potential improvement opportunities.

 

Income/Expenditure

 

The net result of the event was ($9,694) which will be sourced from operational savings within the City Strategy division.

 

In-Kind Contributions

 

•     Wagga Rugby League:

–    Provided approximately $20,000 contribution through provision of portable toilets and corporate catering.

•     Raiders Volunteers:

–    40+ volunteers provided on the day to assist in the event logistics.

•     Wagga Wagga City Council

–    800+ Council officer hours across the City Strategy, Visitor Economy and Marketing and Communications Teams

•     $8,000 in additional in-kind venue preparation costs from the Park Operations team

 

During the event it was identified that the venue has some limitations when hosting a large crowd which can be improved with some upgrades to the assets.

 

Proposed Venue Improvements

 

Currently there is $1,778,157 included in the Long Term Financial Plan to improve traffic flow at the Exhibition Centre location. It is proposed that these funds be utilised to deliver the venue improvements that will improve revenue opportunities, game day operations and increase the opportunity to attract additional events from a variety of sports inclusive of NRL, A-league and Super 15 matches. These events not only support economic activity but also the expectations of a growing city.

 

The proposed works include:

 

·    The construction of a Kooringal Road exit

·    Expansion of the Southern Hill

·    Construction of a Pedestrian Bridge to allow access to additional parking east of Marshall’s creek

·    Construction of additional wheelchair access

·    Construction of hardstand and power for cool rooms

·    Building Improvements

·    Concrete paths and seating on the boundary

 

The Kooringal Road exit, construction of bridge, additional parking area and southern hill expansion are all identified within the Exhibition Centre Master Plan adopted by Council in 2015. The remaining items are not specifically mentioned in the Master Plan as they are at a more detailed level, however all are consistent with the intent of the Master Plan to improve the capacity of the venue to host large scale events.

 


 

These improvements are also supported by the Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy 2040 (ROSC) which states:

         

The provision of premier facilities capable of hosting elite level sporting competition is a regular request from sporting organisations. The development, ongoing maintenance and management of premier high quality facilities attracts costs significantly greater than the provision of facilities for a local use only focus.

 

To ensure efficiency it is recommended that only one elite level facility is provided for each type of sporting activity.

 

McDonald’s Park is identified as the facility to be used for elite level competition for Rugby League, Rugby Union, Soccer and other events requiring a rectangular venue. The ROSC also notes that that facilities will require ongoing maintenance to ensure they continue to meet the expectations of the community.

 

Recommended Improvements

 

1.   Kooringal Road Exit

 

Construct a permanent all-weather exit from Hiscock Drive West to Kooringal Road inclusive of acceleration lane, drainage works and shared path. This will improve traffic flow around the venue for major events as well as catering to the regular weekly sporting activity such as netball, rugby league, league tag, basketball and cricket. The regular weekly sports can result in up to 4,000 people using the venue on one day.

Estimated Cost: $500,000

 

 

 

 


 

2.   Additional Parking Area and Pedestrian Bridge

 

Construct overflow parking access on land east of Marshall Creek and link to McDonald’s Park via a pedestrian bridge.

Estimated Cost: $250,000

 

 

3.   Extend Southern Hill

 

Extend the southern hill to match the northern hill. It is estimated that this will increase the venue’s capacity from 10,300 to approximately 12,000. This extension will also allow for improved spectator circulation.

Estimated Cost: $150,000

 

4.   Disability Inclusive Access

 

•     Provide additional seating and wheelchair spaces as part of the proposed seating improvements

•     Provide an improved Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant ramp at the VIP gate

 

Estimated Cost: $50,000

 

 

 

 


 

 

5.   Additional Fixed Seating and Pathway

 

•     Extend the seating on the western side for the full length (approximately an additional 400 seats)

•     Add seating on the eastern side similar to the west with a concrete walkway at the rear (approximately an additional 800 seats)

•     Install a concrete pathway on the northern and southern hills to join the seating areas

Estimated Cost: $575,000

 

 

6.   Storage and Event Logistics

 

•     There is a limited amount of space for temporary infrastructure on the western side of the venue that can be utilised for catering storage and temporary facility placement

•     Proposed widening of the access road/path on the western fence

•     Installation of power supply for cool rooms and other facilities

Estimated Cost: $150,000

 

7.   Building Improvements

 

•     New carpet in Corporate Area

•     Improved sound system for venue

•     Ensure sound is provided into the corporate spaces

•     Improvements to the men’s toilets

•     Additional storage onsite

Estimated Cost: $100,000

 

Summary of Proposed Improvements

 

Item

Proposed Venue Improvements

 

Item

Cost

1

 Kooringal Road Exit

$500,000

2

 Additional Parking Area and Pedestrian Bridge

$250,000

3

 Extend Southern Hill

$150,000

4

 Disability Inclusive Access

$50,000

5

 Additional Fixed Seating and Pathway

$575,000

6

 Storage and Event Logistics

$150,000

7

 Building Improvements*

$100,000

 

Total 

$1,775,000

 

 

 

 

Current Adopted Budget

$1,778,157

 

*Balance – allocate to the $100,000 Building Improvements Budget

$3,157

 

Financial Implications

There is currently $1,778,157 identified in the Long Term Financial Plan for improvements to the traffic flow at the Exhibition Centre location. This amount is funded from loan borrowings (under the Low Cost Loans Initiative program) with $50,000 allocated in 2018/19 and $1,725,157 in 2019/20.  Repayments of the subsidised loan borrowings are funded from General Purpose Revenue.

 

It is proposed these funds be utilised to deliver the identified venue improvements, (including road access improvements), that will improve revenue opportunities, game day operations and increase the opportunity to attract additional events. This will in turn support economic activity across the city along with the expectations of a growing population.

 

Note that the minor loss of the 2019 event will be sourced from operational savings within the City Strategy division.

Policy and Legislation

Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy and Implementation Plans 2040

Wagga Wagga Exhibition Centre master plan

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Growing Economy

Objective: We are a tourist destination

Outcome: We have a variety of events, festivals and activities

 


 

Risk Management Issues for Council

The risks associated with implementing the recommended venue improvements relate to process, cost, environmental, WHS and contractor performance. These risks will be addressed as part of the Council’s project management and contractor performance management systems.

 

A scope variation will be advised to the Department of Planning who managed the Low Cost Loan Initiative. Discussions have already been had with officers of the Department of Planning who indicated that as the variation will not alter the intent, nor the financial implications of the subsidy, there is minimal risk of the variation not being agreed to, and it would not require Committee approval. However, if this is not the case, then further discussions with the Department of Planning will need to be had to determine an appropriate way forward.

Internal / External Consultation

Extensive community consultation was undertaken during the formulation of the ROSC.

 

Consultation has been undertaken with the Canberra Raiders, Wagga Rugby League and other potential user groups of the Exhibition Centre.

 

Consultation was undertaken with Councillors via a Councillor Workshop held 3 June 2019.

 

Internal Consultation has been undertaken with Council’s Event, Finance and Parks Operations divisions.

 

 

 

  


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019.                                                           RP-10

RP-10        NSW PUBLIC LIBRARIES ASSOCIATION SWITCH 2019 CONFERENCE

Author:                        Robert Knight

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Summary:

Endorse representation and appointment of two Councillors to attend the NSW Public Libraries Association (NSWPLA) SWITCH 2019 Conference and REACH OUT 2019 Australasian Mobile Library and Outreach Services Network (AMLOSN) Symposium in November 2019.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       be represented at the NSW Public Libraries Association (NSWPLA) SWITCH 2019 Conference and Annual General Meeting, and REACH OUT 2019 Australasian Mobile Library and Outreach Services Network (AMLOSN) Symposium to be held in Penrith on 19-22 November 2019

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

 

Report

The NSWPLA SWITCH 2019 Conference and Annual General Meeting will include presentations from national and international speakers who will primarily address matters relevant to the contemporary library sector.

 

The annual SWITCH conference is the major forum in NSW for Councillors, Council Officers and Library staff to assemble for professional development and collegiate interaction. The conference provides an important opportunity for delegates to learn about contemporary practices, and offers a platform for networking with colleagues and extending contacts and partnerships beyond the boundaries of the local South-West Zone of the Association.

 

Councillor delegates will also attend the combined REACH OUT 2019 Symposium which is being held in conjunction with SWITCH 2019.

 

Financial Implications

The estimated cost for attendance of two Councillors at the conference is $3,272 which includes conference registrations, three conference functions, four nights’ accommodation, travel and out of pocket expenses. The conference will be funded from the Councillors’ Conference budget which currently has a draft budget allocation of $20,000 for the 2019/20 financial year.

Policy

POL-025 – Payment of Expenses and Provision of Facilities to Councillors.

 


 

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

N/A

Internal / External Consultation

N/A

 

  

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-11

 

RP-11            RESPONSE TO NOTICE OF MOTION - Access and affordability for SES volunteers at the Oasis Aquatic Centre

Author:         Caroline Angel 

 

 

Summary:

All Wagga Wagga based emergency services personnel are offered a 10% discount for entry to Oasis Aquatic Centre.  Council has received clarification from the State Emergency Service that, in the future, they may request pool access for their Flood Rescue Operators who have a currency requirement to maintain their swimming ability.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council note the email received from the SES, that specific training requirements are being discussed within SES for flood rescue training operations.

 

Report

This report is in response to the resolution below, made by Council at its 10 September 2019 meeting, regarding a Notice of Motion by Councillor Hayes in respect to exploring options for improving access and affordability for SES volunteers to the Oasis Aquatic Centre.

18/001           RESOLVED

 

That Council requests a report that explores options for improving access and affordability for SES volunteers to the Oasis Aquatic Centre.

 

The SES, Police, Defence personnel and other Wagga based emergency services personnel currently enjoy a 10% discount off the standard entry fare. (includes Police, Ambulance, Fire & including SES). The 10% discount applies to casual entry, family day passes, swim shop purchases and aqua classes.

 

The SES up until early January 2018 subsidised all of their enrolled personnel for entry into the Oasis Aquatic Centre with Council billing the SES on a monthly basis for attendance.

 

The benefit of having a skilled well-trained emergency response capability is of obvious benefit to the city of Wagga Wagga, and every support should be afforded to the services in maintaining their fitness and skills, if requested and supported by the SES unit command. Council contributed $459,783 to the SES in 2018/19 with a substantial increase notified for next year.

 

Attachment A is an email from SES in response to queries from the manager of the Oasis Aquatic centre requesting clarification from the SES in respect to endorsement of the request made by one of their members. In the email the SES make reference to assisted pool access for Flood Rescue Operators which would be endorsed by the SES command prior to it being submitted to Council for consideration.


 

 

In consideration of the clarification from SES on the teams requiring currency requirements, management recommends that the 10% discount continue to apply for all emergency services personnel and that requests for fee relief received from the SES unit commander be presented to Council for approval of the fee waiver.

 

Financial Implications

As mentioned earlier in this report, SES have previously subsidised all their enrolled personnel for admission into the Oasis.

 

The 10% off set price discount is for both Defence Force and Emergency Services personnel. For Councillors information, the discount provided during the 2017/18 financial year equated to $218.

Policy and Legislation

N/A

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Safe and Healthy Community

Objective: We promote a healthy lifestyle

Outcome: We have an understanding of what it means to be healthy

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

N/A

Internal / External Consultation

Consultation undertaken with relevant SES representatives.

 

Attachments

 

1.

Email re SES Volunteers Free Entry for OASIS Aquatic Centre

 

  


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Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-12

 

RP-12            Event Sponsorship Request

Author:         Madeleine Scully 

Director:       Janice Summerhayes

         

 

Summary:

Council is in receipt of an out of round application, through the Major Events, Festivals and Films Sponsorship fund, to sponsor the 2019 NSW Regional Pitchfest State Final to be held in Wagga Wagga on 5 September 2019. The total amount of support requested is $16,697 being $15,000 cash and $1,697 in-kind support. The remaining budget available in the Major Events Sponsorship budget line is currently $15,437.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into an agreement to sponsor the 2019 NSW Regional Pitchfest State Final to the amount of $5,000 excluding GST to be committed from the 2018/19 Major Events Sponsorship budget.

 

Report

Council is in receipt of an out of round application for Major Events, Films and Festivals Sponsorship funding. The application request is for $16,697 from Regional Pitchfest Pty Ltd for the final of the NSW Regional Pitchfest State Final to be held on Thursday 5 September 2019 at the Civic Theatre in Wagga Wagga. The applicant has requested financial support of $15,000 and in-kind support of $1,697.

 

The NSW Regional Pitchfest State Final is the culmination of a three month series of events held across regional and rural New South Wales to promote and celebrate entrepreneurship, artisans and small business.  The five finalists competing in the 2019 NSW Regional Pitchfest State Final will be selected from a pool of up to 14 finalists from across the state and will be competing for cash prizes and an organised trip overseas to promote and grow their business.

 

The events aims are to:

 

·    Strengthen the local business innovation network and build on connections, collaborations and opportunities across the various regions of the state

·    To provide an opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase how living in a region is not a disadvantage when it comes to startups

·    Create a unique opportunity to highlight the regional areas of the state

·    To highlight the importance of digitisation in starting local and growing global

·    Showcase Wagga Wagga as a leader in regional business conferencing and tech startups

 

The sponsorship funds have been requested to go towards implementing a destination-based marketing campaign promoting the event across the state and nationally, and securing high profile judges.

 

Local businesses will be sourced for all aspects of the organisation and running of the event.

Assessment

 

As the cash component of the application was $15,000 it was assessed against the criteria of a Tier Two of the Major Events, Festivals and Films Sponsorship Policy, POL087 and while the event is not forecast to create the required direct economic benefit for this tier it is recommended the festival be funded $5,000 for the following reasons:

 

·        The event has a strong alignment with the city’s Community Strategic Plan 2040 (CSP) through fostering entrepreneurs and start-ups by encouraging business investment 

·        The event has potential to create longer term legacy for the city through its support of innovation

·        The event has a strong marketing plan that will showcase the region and potentially result in significant state and national exposure for the city

 

While the event aligns well to the city’s CSP it does not meet the required economic impact or tourism outcomes due to the following:

 

·        The event itself is small with estimated attendance of 200

·        The event will attract 80 visitors who are estimated to stay 1-3 nights in the city producing an overnight spend of approximately $57,000

·        The event can be easily relocated to another regional centre in future years with no guarantees of the event being anchored in Wagga Wagga in the longer term

 

Financial Implications

The balance available in the 2018/19 Major Events Sponsorship budget line is $15,437.

 

The recommendation to fund Regional Pitchfest Pty Ltd to $5,000 must include all costs associated with venue hire and holding this event in Wagga Wagga. If Council approves this request the remaining Major Events Sponsorship budget line will be $10,437. It is intended that this amount will be carried over to next financial year.

 

If Council resolve to fund the full request of $15,000, then this will leave $437 in the budget.

Policy and Legislation

POL087 Major Events, Festivals and Films Sponsorship Policy.

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Growing Economy

Objective: There is growing investment in our Community

Outcome: We foster entrepreneurs and start-ups

 


 

Risk Management Issues for Council

The financial risk to Council of supporting major events is mitigated through controls in sponsorship contracts, based on a staged payment approach with agreed KPI targets.

Internal / External Consultation

Staff consulted with the event organiser in relation to the application and internally with City Strategy.

 

 

Attachments

 

1.

Confidential Regional Pitchfest Sponsorship Application

This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, as it deals with: commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed, prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it. - Provided under separate cover

 

2.

Pitchfest LOS McGirr

 

3.

Pitchfest LOS McCormack

 

4.

Pitchfest LOS WWBC

 

5.

Pitchfest LOS C4W

 

6.

Pitchfest LOS Borambola

 

7.

Pitchfest LOS WiB

 

  


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-12

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

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Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-12

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

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Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

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Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

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Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

RP-13

 

RP-13            Response to Questions/Business with Notice

Author:                        Scott Gray 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Summary:

This report is to provide responses to Questions/Business with Notice arising from previous Ordinary Council Meetings.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council receive and note the report.

 

Report

The following is in response to Questions/Business raised at the 11 June 2019 Ordinary Council meeting.

 

Councillor D Hayes requested feedback in relation to new neighbourhoods being built, often with solar power panels on homes, how do we manage the problem for when the trees become taller, on neighbours lands including council owned land such as parks, and they block the panels from getting sunlight?

Response provided by the Corporate Services Directorate

 

Development approval is not required for a solar energy system if the installation meets all the criteria for an Exempt Development specified under Clause 39 (1) of the SEPP Infrastructure. If a proposed solar energy system falls outside any of the listed criteria within the SEPP (one being that the development does not necessitate the removal of trees from near the building to ensure that solar energy is available for the system), development consent will be required either through a Complying Development Certificate or a Development Application. While Council’s Development Control Plan does provide guidance as part of section 9.3.4 O3 to maintain reasonable sunlight access to adjoining properties, the loss of sunlight/blocking of sunlight of solar panels is not incorporated. Currently this is considered a civil matter between landowners whereby negotiation between landowners (including where it involves Council land) may lead to an agreement that accommodates the concerns. However, at this time Council does not have any formal procedures in relation to how it manages these issues on Council land. Further investigation on how these may be managed will need to be undertaken.

 

 

Councillor D Hayes and T Koschel requested a review of Council’s sound system in the Council Meeting room following feedback that the audience in the gallery and through livestreaming cannot hear the debate.

Response provided by the Corporate Services Directorate

 

A detailed investigation will be undertaken on the current sound system used in the Council Meeting Room, and a report will be presented at a future Council Meeting on the outcomes of this review.

 

Councillor R Kendall requested a Councillor briefing from Roads and Martine Services on the outcomes of the recent Corridor Study.

Response provided by the Governance Directorate

 

Council staff will coordinate a session with RMS to provide Councillors with a briefing on the Corridor Study.

 

Councillor K Pascoe requested a review of signage at the Wetlands in Narrung Street in particular options to mitigate damage to the signs caused from birds.

Response provided by the Community Directorate

Staff will investigate potential options to prevent bird droppings impacting on the appearance of the signs at the Marrambidya wetland. There is routine cleaning of the signs to reduce the visual impact.

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

Code of Meeting Practice

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We have leaders that represent us

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

N/A

Internal / External Consultation

N/A

 

 

    


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019

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Committee Minutes

M-1                 RIVERINA REGIONAL LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING - 27 MARCH 2019

Author:                        Robert Knight 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Summary:

The Riverina Regional Library (RRL) Advisory Committee meeting was held on 27 March 2019. Minutes of the meeting are attached.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       receive and note the minutes of the RRL Advisory Committee Meeting held on 27 March 2019

b       endorse the draft RRL Management Plan 2019/20

 

Report

RRL Advisory Committee Minutes

The RRL Advisory Committee meeting was held on 27 March 2019. Minutes of the meeting are attached.

 

RRL Management Plan 2019/20

The RRL Deed of Agreement requires the RRL Management Plan to be endorsed by the Executive Council by 30 June each year. The draft RRL Management Plan 2019/20 was endorsed by the RRL Advisory Committee meeting held on 27 March 2019 and is included as an attachment.

 

The RRL Management Plan aggregates the RRL organisational planning and financial mechanisms to provide an overview of the service provision intent of the organisation.

 

It comprises the following documents for endorsement by the Executive Council:

 

·        RRL Deed of Agreement 2018-2022

·        Draft Member Council Contributions 2019/20

·        Draft RRL Budget 2019/20

·        Draft RRL Fees and Charges 2019/20

Financial Implications

The RRL Executive Council is paid an annual administration fee for the provision of financial, fleet management, human resource management, risk management and a variety of other services to ensure the effective operation of RRL. The administration fee is $75,672 in 2019/20 and increases by rate pegging annually.

 

The Riverina Regional Library Draft Budget 2019/20 is based on contributions due to be received from member Councils and provides a balanced outcome.

 

Based on the agreed RRL funding model, WWCC’s member contribution to Riverina Regional Library for 2019/20 will be $1,306,421. WWCC currently has $1,306,421 in the draft budget for the 2019/20 year, which is equal to the budgeted RRL member contribution.

Policy and Legislation

RRL Deed of Agreement 2018-2022

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We are accountable and transparent

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

Risk management in all functions forms part of the RRL business model as outlined in the RRL Management Plan 2017/18. No specific issues identified.

Internal / External Consultation

Internal consultation has been undertaken with Council’s Finance Department.

External consultation has been undertaken with RRL Member Councils and Branch Library Managers.

 

Attachments

 

1.

RRL Advisory Committee Minutes - 27 March 2019

 

2.

Draft RRL Management Plan 2019/20 - Provided under separate cover

 

  


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Report submitted to the Confidential Meeting of Council on Monday 24 June 2019.                                                 CONF-1

 

Confidential Reports

CONF-1         RFT2019-30 COMMUNICATIONS UPGRADE & CONSOLIDATION UNIFY 4000

Author:          Michael Schmid 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

 

This report is CONFIDENTIAL in accordance with Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, which permits the meeting to be closed to the public for business relating to the following: -

(d) (i)     commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed, prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.        

 

   

 


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