The Mayor, Councillor Greg Conkey OAM
Councillor Yvonne Braid OAM
Councillor Paul Funnell
Councillor Dan Hayes
Councillor Vanessa Keenan
Councillor Rod Kendall
Councillor Tim Koschel
Councillor Kerry Pascoe
Councillor Dallas Tout
General Manager (Mr P Thompson)
Director Corporate Services (Mrs N Te Pohe)
Director Community (Mrs J Summerhayes)
Director Operations (Mr W Faulkner)
Director Projects & Strategy (Mr D Raeck)
Director Regional Activation (Mr M Keys)
Manager Finance (Mrs C Rodney)
Manager Corporate Strategy & Communications (Mr S Gray)
Manager Development Assessment & (Mr P O’Brien)
Building Certification
Senior Strategic Planner (Mrs C Atkinson)
Visitor Economy & Events Coordinator (Mrs F Hamilton)
Corporate Governance Coordinator (Mrs N Johnson)
Communications & Engagement Officer (Mr S Shaw)
Governance Officer (Ms K West)
Almighty God,
Help protect our Mayor, elected Councillors and staff.
Help Councillors to govern with justice, integrity, and respect for equality, to preserve rights and liberties, to be guided by wisdom when making decisions and settling priorities, and not least of all to preserve harmony.
Amen.
Acknowledgement Of Country
I would like to acknowledge the Wiradjuri people who are the Traditional Custodians of this Land. I would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present of the Wiradjuri Nation and extend that respect to other Community members present.
No apologies were received.
CONDOLENCE AND SYMPATHY
The Mayor, Councillor G Conkey OAM extended condolences and sympathy to the family of the late Mr Wayne Geale OAM and recognised his significant contribution to the City, in particular his contribution to Wagga Wagga City Council as a Councillor from 2008 to 2012 and Mayor from September 2010 to September 2011. One minute silence was observed for the passing of Mr Wayne Geale OAM.
Confirmation of Minutes
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On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and K Pascoe That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 8 March 2021 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.
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RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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Note : Councillor P Funnell
abstained from voting due to his absence at the Council Meeting held on 8 March
2021. In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice this action
resulted in his vote against the Motion.
Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-1 - DA20/0774 DA20/0774 - Change of Use to Centre Based childcare facility (60 places) including associated alterations and additions, signage, landscaping and boundary fencing AT 133 PETER STREET, WAGGA WAGGA the reason being that the owners are close associates of his and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor R Kendall declared a Pecuniary Interest in RP-4 - Planning Proposal - LEP20/0010 - Amend Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan Height of Building Control at 63-65 Johnston Street, Wagga Wagga the reason being that he has a direct interest in this property and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor R Kendall declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-5 -Proposed Assignment of Airport Sub-Lease - Light Aircraft Precinct Hangar Site 18 the reason being that both the current and proposed lessees are near neighbours of his and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor T Koschel declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-7 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 28 FEBRUARY 2021 the reason being that his workplace is named in the report and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor K Pascoe declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-3 PLANNING PROPOSAL – LEP19/0010 TO AMEND WAGGA WAGGA LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN 2010 MINIMUM LOT SIZE PROVISIONS FOR LAND BOUND BY SILVERWOOD, BIRCH, MITCHELL AND BRUNSKILL ROADS, LAKE ALBERT the reason being that he knows some of the people involved in this development and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor K Pascoe declared a Pecuniary Interest in RP-4 PLANNING PROPOSAL – LEP20/0010 – AMEND WAGGA WAGGA LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN HEIGHT OF BUILDING CONTROL AT 63-65 JOHNSTON STREET, WAGGA WAGGA the reason being that his company is building a similar building close to 25 metres high that may conflict with this development, as both buildings could be of a similar configuration, he vacated the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor D Tout declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-5 PROPOSED ASSIGNMENT OF AIRPORT SUB-LEASE – LIGHT AIRCRAFT PRECINCT HANGAR SITE 18 the reason being that a staff member of his is a shareholder in a company mentioned in the report and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor P Funnell declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-9 COVID-19 Fast Track Event Sponsorship the reason being that he works in this industry and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Director Community, Mrs J Summerhayes declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-2 Planning Proposal - LEP20/0006 - Currawang Drive - Amendment to land zoning and minimum lot size of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 the reason being that a family member lives in the area and remained the chamber during its consideration.
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On the Motion of Councillors D Tout and T Koschel That Council bring forward consideration of EnGlobo to precede the public discussion forum. |
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PUBLIC DISCUSSION FORUM
RP-3 Planning Proposal - LEP19/0010 to amend Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 minimum lot size provisions for land bound by Silverwood, Birch, Mitchell and Brunskill Roads, Lake Albert
· John Eyles – Speaking against the report
· Rosemary Fisher – Speaking against the report
Councillor R Kendall declared a Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 6.25pm.
Councillor K Pascoe declared a Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 6.25pm.
RP-4 Planning Proposal - LEP20/0010 - Amend Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan Height of Building Control at 63-65 Johnston Street, Wagga Wagga
· Fiona Ziff – speaking in favour of the report
Councillor R Kendall re-entered the chamber, the time being 6.35pm.
Councillor K Pascoe re-entered the chamber, the time being 6.35pm.
Reports from Staff
RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993
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RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993
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Note : Councillor P Funnell advised that he was in possession of a document to be passed on to the relevant authorities and abstained from voting. In accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice this action resulted in his vote against the Motion.
Councillor R Kendall re-entered the chamber, the time being 7.06pm.
Councillor K Pascoe re-entered the chamber, the time being 7.06pm.
RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993
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Councillor R Kendall re-entered the chamber, the time being 7.26pm.
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RP-2 Planning Proposal - LEP20/0006 - Currawang Drive - Amendment to land zoning and minimum lot size of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and K Pascoe That Council: b prepare an addendum to the application to expand the change in minimum lot size as identified in the report to c submit the planning proposal with Council’s addendum to the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment for Gateway Determination e receive a further report after the exhibition period addressing any submission made in respect of the planning proposal |
RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993
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On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and T Koschel That Council receive and note the findings of this report |
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RP-6 DRAFT Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Floodplain Study (MOFFS) & The Tarcutta, Ladysmith and Uranquinty Floodplain Study (VOFFS) |
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On the Motion of Councillors V Keenan and R Kendall That Council: a receive the draft Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management (MOFFS) Study and Plan report and place on public exhibition for a period of 40 days from 26 March 2021 and 5 May 2021 and invite public submissions until this date b receive the draft Village Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management (VOFFS) Studies and Plans report and place on public exhibition for a period of 40 days from 26 March 2021 and 5 May 2021 and invite public submissions until this date a receive a further report following the public exhibition and submission period: i addressing any submission made in respect of the proposed reports ii proposing adoption of the reports unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and required a further public exhibition period |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and K Pascoe That Council: a approve the proposed 2020/21 budget variations for the month ended 28 February 2021 and note the continued forecast deficit budget position as a result of the COVID‑19 pandemic b approve the proposed budget variations to future financial years of the Long-Term Financial Plan c authorise the acceptance, preparation and execution of all documents under Council Seal as required to facilitate the undertaking of the approved projects by the respective user groups of the following 2020/21 Crown Reserves Improvement Fund Grants (all GST exclusive figures): i) Flowerdale Footbridge Silverlite $157K ii) Wagga Bidgee & District Pony Club Works $ 18K iii) Cabarita Park Facility Upgrade $ 27K iv) Collingullie Oval & Cross Roads Oval Works $ 16K 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 28 February 2021 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and K Pascoe That Council: a in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, provide financial assistance to Country Hope of $700 b note the proposed budget available for financial assistance requests for the remainder of the 2020/21 financial year |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and K Pascoe That Council: a authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into an agreement to sponsor MerinoLink for their MerinoLink Conference to the amount of $10,000 from the 2020/21 Events Sponsorship budget b approve the extension of the COVID-19 Fast Track Event Sponsorship Program for one month from 31 March 2021 to 30 April 2021 for events held until 31 July 2021. |
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RP-10 COUNCILLOR CONFERENCE - MURRAY DARLING ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONFERENCE AND ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and K Pascoe That Council endorse the Mayor to attend The Murray Darling Association National Conference and Annual General Meeting to be held in Wentworth on the 16 to 19 May 2021. |
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel That Council receive and note the following registers: a Active Resolutions as at 16 March 2021 b Active Notice of Motions as at 16 March 2021 c Resolutions including Notice of Motions completed from 16 February 2021 to 16 March 2021 |
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M-1 FLOODPLAIN RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE - MINUTES - EXTRAORDINARY MEETING 23 FEBRUARY 2021 |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and K Pascoe That Council receive and note the minutes of the Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee extraordinary meeting held on 23 February 2021.
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QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE
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Councillor D Hayes requested an update on2021 ANZAC day events.
Director Community, Mrs J Summerhayes advised that the Wagga RSL Sub Branch on 22 March 2021 confirmed with Council’s Event Officer that they will now be proceeding with the Anzac Day march. The sub branch received advise from the Parliamentary Liaison Officer for the Office of the Minister for Health and Medical Research that: · Spectators are considered members of the public and · a limit applies only to those participating in the parade being a cap of 3000 persons in the parade · Spectators and crowd control falls under the jurisdiction of NSW Police
A meeting is scheduled for Wednesday 24 March 2021, where Wagga RSL Sub Branch representatives, Council staff and Police will meet to go through the details of: · Crowd and traffic control for the march · COVID Safe Plans for the march
Councillor D Hayes requested advice from Council staff in relation to any communication Council may have had with Local Emergency Services regarding availability of equipment and resources to manage incidents in developments recently approved with increased heights of buildings.
Councillor D Hayes stated his disappointment with local operations of Channel Nine leaving the area and expressed his sadness to redundant staff affected by this closure.
Councillor D Hayes wished Councillors and staff a happy and safe Easter.
Councillor K Pascoe requested that Lawson and Schiller Street pathways and vegetation be inspected for overgrown shrubbery and maintenance be undertaken to eliminate hazards to pedestrians and motorists.
Councillor K Pascoe raised concerns of vandalism being undertaken each weekend causing damage to street signs during the early hours of the mornings, especially around the CBD areas such as Edward Street, Tarcutta Street and Morgan Street, requesting that a solution be investigated for solid footings on replacement signs.
Councillor P Funnell requested information on how much Council has spent on the “Slow Down” campaign and the relevance of this program to Council.
Councillor P Funnell advised that a lot of rubbish is being dumped approximately 22km down the Holbrook Road, requesting deterrent signage and a clean-up of this area be undertaken.
Councillor P Funnell raised safety concerns in relation the lack of a bus stop for school children on Gelston Park Road. Requesting that the site be inspected and a safe bus stop be established with associated signage and an education program for those utilising this service.
Councillor P Funnell requested that the footpath in Baylis Street in the vicinity of Bayleaf Coffee shop be inspected and maintenance undertaken.
Councillor P Funnell requested information on provisions for dumped or burnt out cars in particular ‘who’s responsibility is it’ and ‘what is the timeframe for removal’.
Councillor P Funnell requested an inspection and corrective action be undertaken on the ‘vehicle length sign’ at Redhill Road/Kapooka Road intersection as it has been spun around in the wrong direction causing confusion for drivers.
Councillor P Funnell requested a report as a result of community complaints on the regulatory blue and white bus signs that have been installed in approximately 300 locations across the City with no communication or engagement with the community.
The General Manager, Mr P Thompson advised that this was a program facilitated and delivered by Transport for NSW (tfnsw). Council have requested that the signs be removed until a comprehensive consultation and engagement program is delivered to the community.
Councillor P Funnell requested that he be provided with a copy of the letter sent to Member for Riverina, Michael McCormack MP from Council, in relation to Australia’s relationship with China.
Councillor Y Braid requested an update on the expected timeframe for the completion of the Wagga Base Hospital development. |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel That the Council now resolve itself into a Closed Council, the time being 8.46pm. |
AT THIS STAGE OF THE MEETING THE PRESS AND PUBLIC GALLERY RETIRED FROM THE COUNCIL MEETING.
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and K Pascoe That Council receive the Section 601 application and approve as per the Council staff recommendation included in the Financial Implications section of this report. |
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CONF-2 Lake Albert Blue Green Algae Remediation (Update on Extended trial of Ultrasound Units) |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and K Pascoe That Council: a endorse the purchase of the Envirosonic Ultrasound System installed at Lake Albert upon completion of the extended trial on 13th April 2021 b authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with Masonry Management Services Pty Ltd (ABN 67072 316477) trading as Envirosonic to purchase the Ultrasound System c approve the budget variations as detailed in the financial implications section of this report |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and K Pascoe That Council: a accept the tender of i AC Electrics NSW Pty Ltd (ABN 75 103 977 868) ii Engie Mechanical Services Australia Pty Limited (ABN 66 160 365 471) iii Grant Leslie Roberson trading as Grant Roberson Communications (ABN 35 121 274 758) iv Total Ventilation and Hygiene Pty Ltd (ABN 15 149 359 437) for the provision of Trade Services b authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a Contract with the entities nominated in “a” above for the Provision of Trade Services until 31 March 2022 c authorise the General Manager or their delegate to extend the Provision of Trade Services Contract for one 12-month period at the sole discretion of Council d authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all relevant documents as required
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CONF-4 RFT2021-16 SUPPLY OF MEMORIAL PLAQUES, VASES AND OTHER SUPPLIES |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and K Pascoe That Council: a accept the offers of Phoenix Foundry Pty Ltd (ABN: 28 002 784 223) and Matthews Bronze Pty Ltd trading as Arrow Bronze (ABN: 94 077 038 337) for the Supply of Memorial Plaques, Vases and other Supplies at the Schedule of Pricing in their offer for a 2-year term b authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with Phoenix Foundry Pty Ltd (ABN: 28 002 784 223) and Matthews Bronze Pty Ltd trading as Arrow Bronze (ABN: 94 077 038 337) for the Supply of Memorial Plaques, Vases and other Supplies at the Schedule of Pricing in their offer for a 2-year term c authorise the General Manager or his delegate to extend the Contracts for 3 x 12‑month periods, as set out in the Contract documents, at the sole discretion of Council d authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all relevant documents as required
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CONF-5 Proposed Assignment of Airport Sub-Lease - Light Aircraft Precinct Hangar Site 18 |
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Councillor D Tout declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 8.48pm. |
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On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and K Pascoe That Council: a agree to assign the Airport sub-lease over Light Aircraft Precinct Hangar Site 18 as per the details set out in the body of this report b delegate authority to the General Manger or their delegate to execute any necessary document on behalf of Council c authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to documents relating to this matter as per the details set out in the body of this report
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Councillor D Tout re-entered the chamber, the time being 8.49pm.
Reversion to open COUNCIL
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On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and P Funnell That this meeting of the Closed Council revert to an open meeting of the Council, the time being 8.50pm. |
THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 8.51pm.
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MAYOR