Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 15 June 2021.

 

 

Present

The Mayor, Councillor Greg Conkey OAM

Councillor Yvonne Braid OAM

Councillor Paul Funnell

Councillor Dan Hayes

Councillor Vanessa Keenan

Councillor Rod Kendall

Councillor Tim Koschel

Councillor Kerry Pascoe

Councillor Dallas Tout

In Attendance

Acting General Manager                                                        (Mr M Keys)

Director Corporate Services                                                  (Mrs N Te Pohe)

Director Community                                                               (Mrs J Summerhayes)

Director Operations                                                                (Mr W Faulkner)

Director Projects & Strategy                                                  (Mr D Raeck)

Manager Finance                                                                   (Mrs C Rodney)

Manager Community Services                                             (Ms M Scully)

Manager Corporate Strategy & Communications             (Mr S Gray)

Visitor Economy & Events Coordinator                               (Mrs F Hamilton)

Corporate Governance Coordinator                                    (Mrs N Johnson)

Communications & Engagement Officer                             (Mr S Shaw)

Governance Officer                                                                (Ms K West)

 

Prayer

 

Almighty God,

 

Help protect our Mayor, elected Councillors and staff.

 

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

 

Amen. 

 

Acknowledgement Of Country

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

 

APOLOGIES

An apology for non-attendance was received for the General Manager, Mr P Thompson on the Motion of Councillor K Pascoe and Councillor T Koschel.

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1         Ordinary Council Meeting - 24 MAY 2021

 

21/168       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and Y Braid OAM

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 24 May 2021 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

Declarations Of Interest

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-4 RFT2021-17 CONSTRUCTION OF FOOTBRIDGES AND UNDERPASSES the reason being that he is a close business associate with an owner of one of the tenderers and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

 

Councillor R Kendall declared a Pecuniary Interest in CONF-7 RFT2021-19 ACTIVE TRAVEL PLAN STAGE 1 - INTERSECTION UPGRADES DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT the reason being that his a close business associate with an owner of one of the tenderers and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

 

PROCEDURAL MOTION - CHANGE OF STANDING ORDERS

 

21/169       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and K Pascoe

That Council bring forward consideration of EnGlobo.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

PROCEDURAL MOTION - ENGLOBO

21/170       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and K Pascoe

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

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

That CR-1, CR-2, RP-1, RP-5 to RP-8, M-1, CONF-1 to CONF-3, CONF-5, AND CONF-6, be adopted as recommended in the business papers.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

MATTER OF URGENCY

 

MOU-1       COVID-19 FAST TRACK EVENT SPONSORSHIP FUNDING - MEN TALKING WITH MEN FOR A MEN’S HEALTH TOOLBOX FORUM

 

21/171       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors D Tout and R Kendall

The Mayor Councillor G Conkey OAM in accordance with Council’s adopted Code of Meeting Practice ruled the proposed business to be of great urgency, having regard that the meeting would deal with the matter of Council’s Major Event Sponsorship to ”Men Talking With Men”, before the items in the business paper (for which due notice had been given).

 

CARRIED

21/172       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors D Tout and D Hayes

That Council:

a          withdraw the COVID-19 Fast Track Event Sponsorship funding to Men Talking With Men for a Men’s Health Toolbox Forum to the amount of $2,274

b          hold the amount of $2,274 in reserve for a period of two weeks to allow the applicant to formalise the Men Talking With Men organisation and to prepare a new application for consideration by Council

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

MAYORAL MINUTE

 

MM-1          REGIONAL EVENTS ACCELERATION FUND - FUNDING DEED LOST LANES

 

21/173       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of The Mayor, Councillor G Conkey OAM

That Council:

c          accept the State Government grant offer of $170,318 of funding through the Regional Events Acceleration Fund

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

e          approve the budget variation detailed in the financial implications section of this report

CARRIED

 

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

Motion Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given

 

NOM-1      NOTICE OF MOTION - TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OF MOWER TO Collingullie Glenfield Park Australian Football and Netball Club

 

21/174       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and D Hayes

That Council receive a report at a July Council Meeting that outlines:

a       the financial and operational implications of potentially transferring ownership of a Council owned mower to the Collingullie Glenfield Park Australian Football and Netball Club (Club)

b       timing of when a mower may become available

c       any other options or arrangements that may be more beneficial to the Club and Council

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

Councillor Report

CR-1          2021 INLAND RAIL CONFERENCE

 

21/175       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council receive and note the report by the Mayor, Councillor Greg Conkey OAM regarding the Inland Rail Conference held in Albury from 25 to 27 May 2021.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

 

CR-2          2021 MURRAY DARLING ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE

 

21/176       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council receive and note the report by the Mayor, Councillor Greg Conkey OAM regarding the 2021 Murray Darling Association’s Annual Conference.

 

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

Reports from Staff

RP-1          RESPONSE TO NOTICE OF MOTION - FLOOD MODELLING SOFTWARE

 

21/177       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a       acknowledge that the importance of ensuring expertise in the use of WaterRIDE software exists within Council is a high priority

b       ensure access to appropriate and ongoing training is a priority for nominated staff in the use of WaterRIDE software

c       approve the budget variations as detailed in the Financial Implications section of the report

 

CARRIED

 

 

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

RP-2          Proposed Fees and Charges 2021/22 - WaterRide Flood Information Advice

 

21/178       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and P Funnell

That Council:

a       receive and note the content of this report

b       place the following proposed new fees and charges for 2021/22 on public exhibition for 28 days commencing 16 June 2021 and concluding on 14 July 2021

Item Number

Fee and Charge Description

Pricing Policy ID

Basis

2021/22 Fee

(excl GST)

GST

2021/22 Fee

(incl GST)

NEW

Basic Flood Certificate

C

Each

$90.91

$9.09

$100.00

NEW

Detailed Flood Certificate

C

Each

$409.09

$40.91

$450.00

c       invite submissions from the community in relation to these fees throughout the exhibition period

d       receive a further report, after the public exhibition period to a future meeting of Council:

i         addressing any submissions made in respect of the fees and charges

ii        proposing adoption of the fee to the 2021/22 financial year Fees and Charges should there be no further amendments to this proposal arising from the public exhibition

CARRIED

 

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

RP-3          RESPONSE TO NOTICE OF MOTION - BURRINJUCK DAM

 

21/179       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors P Funnell and R Kendall

That Council:

a       receive and note the responses received

b       await the draft Murrumbidgee Regional Water Strategy Report before considering any further action

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

RP-4          Response to Notice of Motion - Night time economy - liquor laws and entertainment

 

21/180       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council note the findings of the report.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

RP-5          MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING - WAGGA LAKE RUN AND RIDE

 

21/181       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a       enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Wagga Lake Run and Ride Incorporated to provide ongoing support of the event for a period of five years commencing in 2021/22

b       allocate a $2,000 annual funding contribution to Wagga Lake Run and Ride for the duration of the Memorandum of Understanding

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

RP-6          Transport NSW Plan

 

21/182       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council note the information and make a formal submission based on the information contained in the report to the Draft Wagga Wagga Transport Plan.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

RP-7          RENEWAL OF COMMUNITY, CULTURAL AND SPORTING LEASE AND LICENCES

 

21/183       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

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

b       authorise the affixing of Council’s common seal to all relevant documents as required

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

RP-8          RESPONSE TO QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE

 

21/184       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council receive and note the report.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

Committee Minutes

M-1            CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES AUDIT, RISK AND IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE - 20 MAY 2021

 

21/185       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council endorses the recommendations contained in the minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting held on 20 May 2021.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

 

 

QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE

 

Councillor D Hayes and the Mayor, Councillor G Conkey OAM raised concern in relation to litter and dumped rubbish at the Wagga Wagga Multisport Cycling Complex and requested that Council assess and install bins at this site.

 

Councillor P Funnell raised safety concerns in regards to the new traffic island on Harris Road and requested that Council inspect and review the location and assess traffic and safety issues.

 

Councillor P Funnell requested that Council consider regulations in relation to the possibility of painting speed limits on road surfaces, particularly in areas of multiple changes in speed zones.  

 

Councillor P Funnell requested that Council assess the surface condition of the bus stop in Currawarna, requesting that maintenance work including increased gravel be considered.

 

 

closed COUNCIL

21/186       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That the Council now resolve itself into a Closed Council, the time being 6.58pm.

CARRIED

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

 

 Confidential Reports

 

CONF-1    RIGHT OF CARRIAGEWAY EASEMENT AQUISITION - LOT 22 DP 835331, LORD BADEN POWELL DRIVE, TURVEY PARK

 

21/187       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a       authorise the General Manger or their delegate to acquire an easement for right of carriageway within Lot 22 DP 835331 (Lord Baden Powell Drive, Turvey Park)

b       delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate to execute any necessary documents on behalf of Council

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

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

CONF-2    PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF LAND FOR ACTIVE TRAVEL PLAN WITHIN LOT 17 IN DP 658109 AT 319 BAKERS LANE, GUMLY GUMLY

 

21/188       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a       authorise the General Manager, or their delegate to negotiate the acquisition of land within Lot 17 in DP 658109 at 319 Bakers Lane, Gumly Gumly within the parameters outlined in the body of this report

b       authorise the General Manager, or their delegate to complete and execute any necessary documents on behalf of the Council

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

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

CONF-3    PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF LAND FOR STAGE 2 LEVEE & ACTIVE TRAVEL PLAN FROM STRATA PLAN 44777 AT 113-115 TARCUTTA STREET, WAGGA WAGGA

 

21/189       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to acquire part of Strata Plan 44777 being Proposed Lot 3 in Plan of Subdivision at 113-115 Tarcutta Street, Wagga Wagga in accordance with the parameters outlined in the body of this report

b       authorise the General Manager, or their delegate to complete and execute any necessary documents on behalf of the Council

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

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

 

 

CONF-4    RFT2021-17 CONSTRUCTION OF FOOTBRIDGES AND UNDERPASSES

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant, Non-Pecuniary interest and vacated the chamber the time being 7.00pm.

21/190       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council:

a       receive and note the additional information contained within this report

b       alter resolution 21/162 from the 24 May 2021 Council Meeting to read:

i         accept the offer of Excell Gray Bruni Pty Ltd (ABN: 32 007 387 546) for the Construction of Footbridges and civil works for Underpasses for their lump sum amount of $1,078,265 excluding GST

ii        authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with Excell Gray Bruni Pty Ltd (ABN: 32 007 387 546) for the Construction of Footbridges and civil works for Underpasses for their lump sum amount of $1,078,265 excluding GST

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

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

K Pascoe

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

T Koschel

 

D Tout

 

 

 

 

CONF-5 and CONF-6 were resolved through Englobo, therefore Councillor R Kendall’s vote is recorded below.

 

CONF-5    Relocation of Wagga Wagga Veterans & Vintage Motor Club

 

21/191       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a       Endorse the design and construction of a new community facility for the Wagga Wagga Veterans & Vintage Motor Club, University of the Third Age (U3A) and other community user groups at 26 Shaw Street, Wagga Wagga

b       Approve the budget variations as noted in the financial implications section of this report

CARRIED

 

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

CONF-6    RFT2021-21 CIVIC CENTRE AIR-CONDITIONING UPGRADE

 

21/192       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a       accept the Tender offer of The Trustee for Pro Air Systems Trading Trust T/a Pro Air Systems Pty Ltd (ABN: 19 250 100 106) for the provision of heat injection to the condenser water loop for the lump sum amount of $313,327.70 excluding GST

b       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter a Contract with The Trustee for Pro Air Systems Trading Trust T/a Pro Air Systems Pty Ltd (ABN: 19 250 100 106) for the provision of the heat injection to the condenser water loop for the lump sum amount of $313,327.70 excluding GST

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

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

R Kendall

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

CONF-7    RFT2021-19 ACTIVE TRAVEL PLAN STAGE 1 - INTERSECTION UPGRADES DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant, Non-Pecuniary interest and remained vacated from chamber.

21/193       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council:

a       accept the Tender offer of Excell Gray Bruni Pty Ltd (ABN: 32 007 387 546) for the design and construction of intersection upgrades for Stage 1 of the Active Travel Plan for the lump sum amount of $368,338.50 excluding GST

b       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter a Contract with of Excell Gray Bruni Pty Ltd (ABN: 32 007 387 546) for the design and construction of intersection upgrades for Stage 1 of the Active Travel Plan for the lump sum amount of $368,338.50 excluding GST

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

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

Y Braid OAM

 

G Conkey OAM

 

P Funnell

 

D Hayes

 

V Keenan

 

T Koschel

 

K Pascoe

 

D Tout

 

 

Councillor R Kendall re-entered the chamber at 7.06pm.

 

 

Reversion to open COUNCIL

21/194       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and D Tout

That this meeting of the Closed Council revert to an open meeting of the Council, the time being 7.06pm.

CARRIED

 

 

THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 7.09pm.

 

 

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                                                                                                      MAYOR