Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Monday 14 February 2022.

Present

The Mayor, Councillor Dallas Tout

Councillor Georgie Davies

Councillor Dan Hayes

Councillor Michael Henderson

Councillor Richard Foley

Councillor Rod Kendall

Councillor Tim Koschel

Councillor Jenny McKinnon

Councillor Amelia Parkins

In Attendance

General Manager                                                                    (Mr P Thompson)

Director Community                                                               (Ms J Summerhayes)

Director Infrastructure Services                                            (Mr W Faulkner)

Director Projects                                                                      (Mr S Barber)

Director Regional Activation                                                 (Mr M Keys)

Chief Financial Officer                                                           (Mrs C Rodney)

Chief Operating Officer                                                          (Mr S Gray)

Manager Community Services                                             (Ms M Scully)

Facilities Management Coordinator                                     (Mr L Fitzgerald)

Manager Development Assessment & Building

Certification                                                                              (Mr P O’Brien)

Corporate Governance Coordinator                                    (Mrs N Johnson)

Communications & Engagement Officer                             (Mrs M Schoonmaker)

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

Wagga Wagga City Council acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land, the Wiradjuri people, and pays respect to Elders past, present and future and extends our respect to all First Nations Peoples in Wagga Wagga.

We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing connection with the land and rivers. We also recognise the resilience, strength and pride of the Wiradjuri and First Nations communities.

APOLOGIES

No apologies were received.

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1         Ordinary Council Meeting - 31 January 2022

22/              RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and D Hayes

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 31 January 2022 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

Declarations Of Interest

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-1 RFT2022-13 WAGGA WAGGA LIBRARY LEVELS 0 AND 1 UPGRADE the reason being that he is currently undertaking work for one of the tenderers on an unrelated project and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor R Kendall declared a Pecuniary Interest in CONF-3 PROPOSED ASSIGNMENT OF AIRPORT SUB-LEASE -LIGHT AIRCRAFT PRECINCT HANGAR 11 the reason being that he has a direct interest in this matter and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor T Koschel declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-7 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2021 the reason being that his workplace is named in the report and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor D Hayes declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-4 FURTHER COVID-19 RENTAL RELIEF FOR COMMERCIAL TENANTS the reason being his employer has a funding arrangement with an organisation named in the report, however the arrangement is not impacted or determined by his role, and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor A Parkins declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-3 STRONGER COUNTRY COMMUNITIES FUND - ROUND 4 the reason being that her employer is named in the report and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor A Parkins declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-7 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 31 JANUARY 2022 the reason being that her employer is named in the report and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor G Davies declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-6 SECTION 356 REQUESTS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE as she knows the Chairperson of the festival and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor G Davies declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-3 Proposed Assignment of Airport Sub-Lease - Light Aircraft Precinct Hangar 11 as she knows both parties named in the report and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Director Community, Ms J Summerhayes declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-2  DA21/0335 - CENTRE BASED CHILD CARE CENTRE (79 PLACES) WITH NEW DRIVEWAYS TO PLANE TREE DRIVE AT 19 LLOYD ROAD, SPRINGVALE, LOT 33 DP1266781 the reason being that a relative of hers works in Childcare and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Chief Operating Officer, Mr S Gray declared a Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-2 RFT2022-09 OASIS REGIONAL AQUATIC CENTRE ENERGY SAVING the reason being that a relative of his is a Director in a company named in the report and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

PROCEDURAL MOTION - CHANGE OF STANDING ORDERS

22/042       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and R Kendall

That Council bring forward consideration of EnGlobo to precede the public discussion forum.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

PROCEDURAL MOTION - ENGLOBO

22/043       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and D Hayes

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

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

That RP-4, RP-6, RP-9, CONF-2 and CONF-4 be adopted as recommended in the business papers.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

PUBLIC DISCUSSION FORUM

rp-1 - DA21/0492 - PLACE OF PUBLIC WORSHIP AT 53 GREGADOO ROAD, LAKE ALBERT LOT 4 DP1142732

· Mr Andrew Behan - Speaking against the Report

· Mr Glen White - Speaking against the Report

· Mr Garry Salvestro - Speaking in favour of the Report

· Mr Trevor Nason – Speaking in favour of the Report

RP-2 - DA21/0335 - CENTRE BASED CHILD CARE CENTRE (79 PLACES) WITH NEW DRIVEWAYS TO PLANE TREE DRIVE AT 19 LLOYD ROAD, SPRINGVALE, LOT 33 DP1266781

· Mrs Glenyce Freebody – Speaking in favour of the Report

· Mrs Lisa Vidler - Speaking in favour of the Report

· Mr Ian Graham – Speaking against the Report  

PROCEDURAL MOTION - CHANGE OF STANDING ORDERS

22/044       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and R Kendall

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

· rp-1 - DA21/0492 - PLACE OF PUBLIC WORSHIP AT 53 GREGADOO ROAD, LAKE ALBERT LOT 4 DP1142732

· RP-2 -     DA21/0335 - CENTRE BASED CHILD CARE CENTRE (79 PLACES) WITH NEW DRIVEWAYS TO PLANE TREE DRIVE AT 19 LLOYD ROAD, SPRINGVALE, LOT 33 DP1266781

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

REPORTS FROM STAFF

RP-1          DA21/0492 - PLACE OF PUBLIC WORSHIP AT 53 GREGADOO ROAD, LAKE ALBERT LOT 4 DP1142732

A Motion was moved by Councillors R Kendall and J McKinnon

That Council approve DA21/0492 subject to the conditions outlined in the Section 4.15 Assessment Report, with the following amendments to conditions:

C.6   A detailed or revised landscape plan and legend shall be submitted to and approved by the General Manager or delegate prior to the release of the Construction Certificate. The landscape plan shall be in accordance with Council’s Landscape Guidelines and Landscape Application Checklist and include:

(1) A Plant Schedule indicating all plant species, pot sizes, spacings and numbers to be planted within the development shall be submitted with the Landscape Plan. Plant species are to be identified by full botanical name. All plants proposed in the landscape plan are to be detailed in the plant schedule.

(2) A reduction in the area of hardstand facilitated by a car parking layout that complies with AS2890.1.2004 Parking Facilities, Part 1 Off-Street Car Parking.

(3)     An increased landscaped setback to the eastern boundary to include vegetation of a suitable size and type and an acoustic treatment to the boundary fence.

(4)     An increased landscaped area to the front setback area of the site to enhance the streetscape presentation, reduce the hard-stand area and provide screening to this area.

(5)     Details of establishment and maintenance must be included with the plan.

C.32 The operational plan approved in accordance with Condition C22 of DA21/0492 must be adhered to at all times.

An AMENDMENT was moved by Councillor D Hayes and seconded by Councillor A Parkins

That Council approve DA21/0492 subject to the conditions outlined in the Section 4.15 Assessment Report, with the following amendments to conditions:

C.6   A detailed or revised landscape plan and legend shall be submitted to and approved by the General Manager or delegate prior to the release of the Construction Certificate. The landscape plan shall be in accordance with Council’s Landscape Guidelines and Landscape Application Checklist and include:

(1) A Plant Schedule indicating all plant species, pot sizes, spacings and numbers to be planted within the development shall be submitted with the Landscape Plan. Plant species are to be identified by full botanical name. All plants proposed in the landscape plan are to be detailed in the plant schedule.

(2) A reduction in the area of hardstand facilitated by a car parking layout that complies with AS2890.1.2004 Parking Facilities, Part 1 Off-Street Car Parking.

(3)     An increased landscaped setback to the eastern boundary to include vegetation of a suitable size and type and an acoustic treatment to the boundary fence.

(4)     An increased landscaped area to the front setback area of the site to enhance the streetscape presentation, reduce the hard-stand area and provide screening to this area.

(5)     Details of establishment and maintenance must be included with the plan.

C.26      The approved use must only be conducted

a. on Mondays between the hours of 6.00pm and 7.00pm.

b. on Sundays between the hours of 8.00am and 6.00pm.

C.32      The operational plan approved in accordance with Condition C22 of DA21/0492 must be adhered to at all times.

Councillor T Koschel signalled a FORESHADOWED MOTION to the Mayor.

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

For the Amendment	Against the Amendment
D Hayes	D Tout
	G Davies
	M Henderson
	R Foley
	R Kendall
	T Koschel
	J McKinnon
	A Parkins

The AMENDMENT on being put to Meeting was LOST.

22/045       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and J McKinnon

That Council approve DA21/0492 subject to the conditions outlined in the Section 4.15 Assessment Report, with the following amendments to conditions:

C.6   A detailed or revised landscape plan and legend shall be submitted to and approved by the General Manager or delegate prior to the release of the Construction Certificate. The landscape plan shall be in accordance with Council’s Landscape Guidelines and Landscape Application Checklist and include:

(1) A Plant Schedule indicating all plant species, pot sizes, spacings and numbers to be planted within the development shall be submitted with the Landscape Plan. Plant species are to be identified by full botanical name. All plants proposed in the landscape plan are to be detailed in the plant schedule.

(2) A reduction in the area of hardstand facilitated by a car parking layout that complies with AS2890.1.2004 Parking Facilities, Part 1 Off-Street Car Parking.

(3)     An increased landscaped setback to the eastern boundary to include vegetation of a suitable size and type and an acoustic treatment to the boundary fence.

(4)     An increased landscaped area to the front setback area of the site to enhance the streetscape presentation, reduce the hard-stand area and provide screening to this area.

(5)     Details of establishment and maintenance must be included with the plan.

C.32   The operational plan approved in accordance with Condition C22 of DA21/0492 must be adhered to at all times.

CARRIED

PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout	D Hayes
G Davies	M Henderson
R Foley	T Koschel
R Kendall	A Parkins
J McKinnon

With the Motion being carried the FORESHADOWED MOTION lapsed.

RP-2          DA21/0335 - CENTRE BASED CHILD CARE CENTRE (79 PLACES) WITH NEW DRIVEWAYS TO PLANE TREE DRIVE AT 19 LLOYD ROAD, SPRINGVALE. LOT 33 DP1266781

22/046       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council refuse DA21/0335 for the reasons outlined in the Section 4.15 Assessment Report.

CARRIED

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

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout	G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given

NOM-1      NOTICE OF MOTION - ENGAGEMENT WITH BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

22/047       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Foley and D Hayes

That Council receive a report that considers the following in relation to engagement with the building and construction industry:

a       audit of current engagement activities with industry stakeholders, including face to face, digital communications, newsletters etc

b       consider the option of coordinating quarterly breakfast forums available for all industry stakeholders along the following lines:

i         key planning staff to be present at these forums to brief the attendees with any relevant information and to answer any industry relevant questions posed by attendees

ii        provide opportunities for all attendees to speak and address the forum for no longer than 5 minutes.

iii       the forum is to act as an informal consultative entry point and significant interface between Council and these key building and construction sectors

iv      affordable housing to  be a regular topic of discussion with open participation and discussion of ideas to be encouraged with Industry in assisting Council in evaluating affordable housing development strategies for Wagga Wagga which has an ongoing crisis in affordable housing.

c       any other engagement opportunities that staff may be considering that is not referenced in this report

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

Reports from Staff

RP-1 DA21/0492 - Place of Public Worship at 53 Gregadoo Road, Lake Albert Lot 4 DP1142732 was moved forward to follow the public discussion forum.

RP-2 DA21/0335 - Centre based child care centre (79 PLACES) with new driveways to Plane Tree drive at 19 Lloyd Road, Springvale. Lot 33 DP1266781 was moved forward to follow the public discussion forum.

RP-3          STRONGER COUNTRY COMMUNITIES FUND - ROUND 4

Councillor A Parkins declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 7:47pm.

22/048       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and M Henderson

That Council:

a       accept the State Government grant offer of $365,171 of funding through the Stronger Country Community Fund for McPherson Oval Lighting Upgrade

b       accept the State Government grant offer of $336,927 of funding through the Stronger Country Community Fund for Kessler Park Amenities Replacement

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

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

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon

Councillor A Parkins re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:48pm.

RP-4          Proposed Licence Agreement to San Isidore Tennis Club Incorporated - Part Lot 4 DP 622579

22/049       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and D Hayes

That Council:

a       enter into a licence agreement with San Isidore Tennis Club Incorporated upon the following terms:

i         Location – Part cnr Kapooka Road & Benedict Avenue being part Lot 4 DP 622579.

ii        Term – 5 years

iii       Initial Annual Licence Fee – $725.00 including GST, in accordance with Council’s adopted Fees and Charges.

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

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

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
The Mayor, Councillor D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

RP-5          COUNCIL COMMITTEE STRUCTURE

22/050       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and D Hayes

That Council:

a approve the formation of the following committees:

i Airport Advisory Committee

· Appoint member Councillors D Hayes and R Foley

· Appoint alternate member - Councillor D Tout

· Call for Expressions of Interest for at least three (3) independent external members

ii Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee

· Appoint member Councillors M Henderson and R Kendall

· Appoint alternate members - Councillors A Parkins, T Koschel and J McKinnon

· Call for Expressions of Interest for at least three (3) independent external members with experience in audit, financial management, business management or law

iii Australia Day Community Committee

· Appoint member Councillor G Davies

· Appoint alternate member - Councillor T Koschel

· Call for Expressions of Interest for eight (8) to eleven (11) community members

iv Floodplain Risk Management Committee

· Appoint member Councillors R Kendall, J McKinnon and D Tout

· Appoint alternate member - Councillor R Foley

· Call for Expressions of Interest for four (4) community members

v General Manager’s Performance Review Committee (Mayor, Deputy Mayor and three Councillors)

· Appoint the Mayor, the Deputy Mayor and Councillors D Hayes, R Foley and R Kendall

vi Honours Committee (including Sporting Hall of Fame)

· Appoint all Councillors

vii Annual Grants Panel & Economic Development Panel

· Appoint all Councillors noting specific categories will be allocated to Councillors 

viii Public Art Panel

· Appoint member Councillors G Davies and Councillor J McKinnon

· Call for Expressions of Interest for one (1) industry representative and two (2) community representatives

· Note that the appointment of an additional Councillor to the panel brings the total panel membership to eight (8) representatives

b provide representation on the following external organisations and committees as indicated:

i Bushfire Management Committee

· Appoint member Councillor A Parkins

· Appoint alternate member - Councillor T Koschel

ii Inland Rail – Albury to Illabo Project Community Committee

· Appoint member Councillor R Foley

· Appoint alternate member – Councillor R Kendall

iii Local Traffic Committee

· Appoint member Councillor D Hayes

· Appoint alternate member – Councillor G Davies

iv Murray Darling

· Appoint member Councillor R Foley

· Appoint alternate member – Councillor R Kendall

v NSW Public Libraries

· Appoint member Councillors A Parkins and D Tout

· Appoint alternate member - Councillor D Hayes

vi Riverina Regional Libraries Association

· Appoint member Councillors R Kendall, D Tout, A Parkins and J McKinnon

vii Southern Regional Planning Panel

· Appoint member Councillors A Parkins and M Henderson

· Appoint alternate members – Councillors D Hayes and D Tout

viii Transgrid Humelink Community Consultative Committee

· Appoint member Councillor R Kendall

· Appoint alternate member – Councillor R Foley

ix Riverina Conservatorium of Music

· Appoint member Councillor A Parkins

c endorse the following community committee and advisory panel and call for expressions of interest for membership for:

i Museum of the Riverina Community Committee

· Call for Expressions of Interest for four (4) community members

ii Major Events Advisory Panel

· Call for Expressions of Interest for three (3) industry representatives

d note that the Mayor and/or the General Manager are, by constitution or resolution, members of:

i Country Mayor Country Mayor’s Association (Mayor and General Manager)

ii Riverina Joint Organisation (Mayor and General Manager)

iii Canberra Joint Organisation (Mayor and General Manager)

iv Riverina Regional Cities (Mayor and General Manager)

v Regional Capitals Australia (Mayor and General Manager)

e acknowledge the contribution of the volunteers of the previous advisory committees which operated during the term of the previous Council

f note a Councillor workshop will be held to consider Sister City arrangements including the Sister City Community Committee

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

RP-6          SECTION 356 REQUESTS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

22/051       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and D Hayes

That Council:

a       in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, provide financial assistance to the following groups:

i.          Gears and Beers: $2,500.00 (Request 1)

b       note that any future year financial assistance to Gears and Beers will be capped at the amount adopted in the annual Delivery Program Operational Plan

c       approve the budget variation included in the financial implications section of this report

d       note the proposed budget available for financial assistance requests for the remainder of the 2021/22 financial year

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

RP-7          FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 31 JANUARY 2022

Councillor A Parkins declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 7:50pm.

22/052       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and D Hayes

That Council:

a       approve the proposed 2021/22 budget variations for the month ended 31 January 2022 and note the balanced budget position as presented in this report

b       approve the proposed budget variations to the 2021/22 Long Term Financial Plan Capital Works Program including future year timing adjustments

c       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

d       note the details of the external investments as at 31 January 2022 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon

Councillor A Parkins re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:51pm.

RP-8          Wagga Wagga City Council Participation in Mardi Gras 2022

22/053       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council:

a          provide ongoing endorsement for staff to participate in the Wagga Wagga Mardi Gras Festival on behalf of Wagga Wagga City Council

b          include any ongoing costs of this participation in Council’s operational budget each financial year

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

RP-9          RESPONSE TO QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE

22/054       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and D Hayes

That Council receive and note the report.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE

Councillor G Davies requested information on future plans for the existing playground at the Wagga Wagga Beach, once the new playground has been completed and opened to the public. Could the existing playground be moved to another location where one is required, including a shade sale if possible.  

Councillor R Foley acknowledged the ongoing issue of illegal dumping around the City and requested a workshop to discuss strategies to manage this issue.

Councillor D Hayes requested advice on if the review of the North Wagga Primary School Crossing is still on target given the February 2022 due date.

Director Infrastructure Services, Mr W Faulkner advised that Council are awaiting lighting quotes and will report back to Council at the 7 March 2022 Council Meeting.

Councillors R Kendall, T Koschel and the Mayor, Councillor D Tout requested Council investigate the safety of the new pedestrian refuge on Red Hill Road, west of the railway underpass.

Councillor R Kendall requested Council liaise with TfNSW regarding the condition of the city entrances and request that maintenance be undertaken to tidy those up.

Councillor R Kendall requested staff investigate the pedestrian refuge in Main Street, Lake Albert, in particular a potential need to install “no stopping” signs due to the restricted width of the road.

Councillor T Koschel requested a review and report back to Council on the footpath network across the City with an emphasis on mobility access, including specific reference to Forest Hill.

Councillor T Koschel requested the Mayor and General Manager write a letter of congratulations to Riverina Water County Council for their recent Award for “Most improved water service within NSW”.

Councillor T Koschel requested advice on the Fernleigh Road section of the Active Travel Plan in particular concerns regarding the layout.

Councillor A Parkins requested advice on the outcome of Council’s application in the Blue Plaques Scheme through Heritage NSW.

Director Community, Ms J Summerhayes advised that Council sent through recommendations to the Local Members Office, with nominations then to be forwarded from the Local Members Office. Council will follow up with the Local Members Office and provide advice back to Council on the status of the assessment process.

Councillor J McKinnon requested advice in relation to recent complaints regarding noise from the Oasis Swimming Centre.

Director Regional Activation, Mr M Keys advised that Council are addressing concerns raised by the community relating to noise levels as a result of school swimming carnivals being held at the Oasis Swimming Centre. Equipment at the centre has been adjusted to lower noise levels with further investigation and assessment currently being undertaken.

closed COUNCIL

22/055       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and J McKinnon

That the Council now resolve itself into a Closed Council, the time being 8.05pm.

CARRIED

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

Confidential Reports

CONF-1    RFT2022-13 WAGGA WAGGA LIBRARY LEVELS 0 AND 1 UPGRADE

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber the time being 8:06pm.

22/056       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council:

a       accept the Tender offer of A.J. Grant Building Pty Ltd (ABN: 13 080 764 567) for the Wagga Wagga Library Levels 0 and 1 Upgrade for the lump sum amount of $199,980.23 excluding GST

b       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter a Contract with A.J. Grant Building Pty Ltd (ABN: 13 080 764 567) for the Wagga Wagga Library Levels 0 and 1 Upgrade for the lump sum amount of $199,980.23 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
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

Councillor R Kendall re-entered the chamber the time being 8:07pm.

CONF-2    RFT2022-09 OASIS REGIONAL AQUATIC CENTRE ENERGY SAVING

22/057       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and D Hayes

That Council:

a       in accordance with Clause 178(1)(b) of the Local Government (General Regulation) 2005, decline all tenders for the RFT2022-09 Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre Energy Saving

b       pursuant to clause 178(3)(e) of the Local Government (General Regulation) 2005, authorise the General Manager, or their delegate, to enter into negotiations with any person with the intention of entering into a contract for the Oasis Energy Savings works.

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

d       note that the reason for entering into negotiations is that the evaluation identified the submissions to be beyond the budget allocated for this work

e       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract, using Council’s Common Seal if required, should negotiations be successful

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

CONF-3    Proposed Assignment of Airport Sub-Lease - Light Aircraft Precinct Hangar 11

Councillor R Kendall declared a Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 8.08pm.

Councillor G Davies declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 8:08pm.

22/058       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and D Hayes

That Council:

a       agree to assign the airport sub-lease over Light Aircraft Precinct Hangar 11 as per the details set out in the body of this report.

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

c       authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to documents relating to this matter as required.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

Councillor G Davies re-entered the chamber, the time being 8:08pm.

Councillor R Kendall re-entered the chamber, the time being 8:08pm.

CONF-4    Further Covid-19 Rental Relief for Commercial Tenants

22/059       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and D Hayes

That Council agree to extend rental waivers to Council’s commercial tenants (including airport tenants) in accordance with the recommendations contained in the body of this report.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

Reversion to open COUNCIL

22/060       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and D Hayes

That this meeting of the Closed Council revert to an open meeting of the Council, the time being 8.09pm.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
D Hayes
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 8.12pm

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                                                                                                      MAYOR