Minutes of Ordinary Meeting of Council - Monday, 21 March 2022

Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Monday 21 March 2022.

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

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) (via
remote attendance)

Chief Operating Officer (Mr S Gray)

Manager City Strategy (Mr C Barrett)

Manager Audit, Risk & Governance (Ms I Hensley)

Manager Development Assessment & Building

Certification (Mr P O’Brien)

Communications & Engagement Officer (Mrs M Schoonmaker)

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

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.

No apologies were received.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

22/081 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Kendall

That Council grant leave of absence to Councillor Tim Koschel for 11 April 2022.

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

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 7 MARCH 2022

22/082 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 7 March 2022 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.

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 RP-1 DA22/0002 - USE OF EXISTING BUILDING AND ASSOCIATED RETAINING WALLS AND EARTHWORKS AS A DWELLING, LOT 10 DP1040326, 49 ATHERTON CRESCENT, TATTON the reason being he has undertaken consultancy work on this dwelling and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-3 PLANNING PROPOSAL - LEP21/0005 - 77 GURWOOD STREET - ADDITIONAL PERMITTED USE the reason being he has an interest in a nearby commercial building and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-4 BOMEN INDUSTRIAL LAND SALES the reason being that one of the agents that submitted a proposal, acts as the agent for a property he has an interest in and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-5 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - WIRADJURI GOLF CENTRE the reason being that he has recently undertaken work for one of the individuals named as a joint proponent in this report and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor T Koschel declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-4 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 28 FEBRUARY 2022 the reason being that his workplace is named in report and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor G Davies declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP–3 PLANNING PROPOSAL - LEP21/0005 - 77 GURWOOD STREET - ADDITIONAL PERMITTED USE the reason being that she knows one of the owners named in the report and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor M Henderson declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP–3 PLANNING PROPOSAL - LEP21/0005 - 77 GURWOOD STREET - ADDITIONAL PERMITTED USE the reason being that he knows someone listed in the report and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor M Henderson declared a Non-significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-1 RFQ2022/502 SUPPLY OF THREE (3) MOTOR GRADERS the reason being that he does work for one of the companies listed in the report and vacated in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor A Parkins declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP–7 PETITION BY CLIMATE RESCUE OF WAGGA INC, CLIMATE ACTION WAGGA AND WAGGA WAGGA FRIDAYS FOR FUTURE ON COMMUNITY NET ZERO EMISSIONS the reason being that she attends meetings for climate change and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor J McKinnon declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP–7 PETITION BY CLIMATE RESCUE OF WAGGA INC, CLIMATE ACTION WAGGA AND WAGGA WAGGA FRIDAYS FOR FUTURE ON COMMUNITY NET ZERO EMISSIONS the reason being that she is a member of Climate Rescue of Wagga and attends on a casual basis events of Climate Action Wagga and Fridays for Future and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor J McKinnon declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP–3 PLANNING PROPOSAL - LEP21/0005 - 77 GURWOOD STREET - ADDITIONAL PERMITTED USE the reason being that she attended a meeting with one of the directors who is named in the report and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

PROCEDURAL MOTION - CHANGE OF STANDING ORDERS

22/083 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Kendall

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

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

22/084 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

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-2, RP-6, RP-8, RP-14, RP-15, RP-17, be adopted as recommended in the business papers

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

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 6.09pm.

RP-1 - DA22/0002 - USE OF EXISTING BUILDING AND ASSOCIATED RETAINING WALLS AND EARTHWORKS AS A DWELLING, LOT 10 DP1040326, 49 ATHERTON CRESCENT, TATTON

· Mr James Hamilton – Speaking against the report (in person)

· Mr Rajinder Singh – Speaking against the report (in person)

· Mrs Sandra Gunning – Speaking in favour of the report (in person)

Councillor R Kendall re-entered the Chamber the time being 6.32pm

rp-7 - PETITION BY CLIMATE RESCUE OF WAGGA INC, CLIMATE ACTION WAGGA AND WAGGA WAGGA FRIDAYS FOR FUTURE ON COMMUNITY NET ZERO EMISSIONS

· Dr William Adlong – Speaking in favour of the report (in person)

· Mr Edward Wellham – Speaking in favour of the report (in person)

PROCEDURAL MOTION - CHANGE OF STANDING ORDERS

22/085 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and J McKinnon

That Council bring forward consideration of the following reports to follow the public discussion Forum:

· RP-1 - DA22/0002 - USE OF EXISTING BUILDING AND ASSOCIATED RETAINING WALLS AND EARTHWORKS AS A DWELLING, LOT 10 DP1040326, 49 ATHERTON CRESCENT, TATTON

· RP-7 - PETITION BY CLIMATE RESCUE OF WAGGA INC, CLIMATE ACTION WAGGA AND WAGGA WAGGA FRIDAYS FOR FUTURE ON COMMUNITY NET ZERO EMISSIONS

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 DA22/0002 - USE OF EXISTING BUILDING AND ASSOCIATED RETAINING WALLS AND EARTHWORKS AS A DWELLING, LOT 10 DP1040326, 49 ATHERTON CRESCENT, TATTON

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 6.51pm.

22/086 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and J McKinnon

That Council approve DA22/0002 subject to the conditions outlined in the attached Schedule of Recommended Conditions of Consent.

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

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

Councillor R Kendall re-entered the Chamber the time being 7.15pm.

RP-7 PETITION BY CLIMATE RESCUE OF WAGGA INC, CLIMATE ACTION WAGGA AND WAGGA WAGGA FRIDAYS FOR FUTURE ON COMMUNITY NET ZERO EMISSIONS

22/087 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and D Hayes

That Council:

a receive and note the petition

b receive a further report at Council’s Ordinary Meeting on 11 April 2022 in response to the petition received

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-1 - DA22/0002 - use of existing building and associated retaining walls and earthworks as a dwelling, lot 10 dp1040326, 49 Atherton Crescent, Tatton was moved forward to follow the public discussion forum.

RP-2 PLANNING PROPOSAL - LEP21/0004 - 46 CLEEK STREET, CURRAWARNA - REDUCE MINIMUM LOT SIZE

22/088 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a support planning proposal LEP21/0004 to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 minimum lot size

b submit the planning proposal with Council’s addendum to the NSW Department of Planning and Environment

c receive a further report after the exhibition period addressing any submissions made in respect of the planning proposal

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-3 PLANNING PROPOSAL - LEP21/0005 - 77 GURWOOD STREET - ADDITIONAL PERMITTED USE

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 7.24pm.

Councillor M Henderson declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 7.24pm.

22/089 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and G Davies

That Council:

a support planning proposal LEP21/0005 to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010, Schedule 1, Additional Permitted Uses

b prepare an addendum to the application to address legislative requirements

c submit the planning proposal with Council’s addendum to the NSW Department of Planning for Gateway Determination

d receive a further report after the exhibition period addressing any submissions made in respect of the planning proposal

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

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

Councillor M Henderson re-entered the Chamber the time being 7.25pm.

RP-4 BOMEN INDUSTRIAL LAND SALES

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 7.24pm.

22/090 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and D Hayes

That Council:

a authorise the General Manager or delegate to commence the process for the sale of two Council-owned sites in Bomen known as proposed lot 100 in Deposited Plan DP 1120176 (101 Dorset Drive) and proposed lot 100 in Deposited Plan 1265468 (274 East Bomen Road)

b endorse appointment of the recommended real estate firm in the confidential attachment to this report to undertake the sales and marketing campaign on behalf of Council

c request a further report be submitted on outcomes and recommendations of sales process

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

RP-5 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - WIRADJURI GOLF CENTRE

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 7.24pm.

Director Regional Activation, Mr M Keys declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being vacated 7.26pm.

22/091 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and T Koschel

That Council:

a enter into a licence agreement with the proponent of Submission D in accordance with the parameters outlined in this report and its annexures

b authorise the General Manager or 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

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

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 7.27pm.

Director Regional Activation, Mr M Keys re-entered the Chamber the time being 7.27pm.

RP-6 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - LICENCE OF 54-58 JOHNSTON STREET, WAGGA WAGGA

22/092 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a endorse an Expression of Interest campaign for the licence of property at 54-58 Johnston Street, Wagga Wagga (otherwise known as the old Ambulance Station)

b receive a further report on the completion of the Expression of Interest campaign

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 - Petition by Climate Rescue of Wagga Inc, Climate Action Wagga and Wagga Wagga Fridays for Future on Community Net Zero Emissions was moved forward to follow the public discussion forum.

RP-8 SECTION 356 REQUESTS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

22/093 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, provide financial assistance to Wagga Wagga Water Polo in the amount of $3,700.00

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

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 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 28 FEBRUARY 2022

22/094 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and A Parkins

That Council:

a approve the proposed 2021/22 budget variations for the month ended 28 February 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 and new projects

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 and/or Council of the following 2021/22 Crown Reserves Improvement Fund Grants (all GST exclusive figures):

i) Cricket Ground Roof Replacement $ 32K

ii) Wiradjuri Walking Track Upgrade $254K

iii) Mangoplah Recreation Reserve Amenities Upgrade $120K

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 2022 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993

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-10 2022 NATIONAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ANNUAL CONFERENCE

22/095 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a nominate one Councillor and one alternate Councillor to attend the 2022 National General Assembly of Local Government Annual Conference with the Mayor

b consider submitting motion/s to the National General Assembly of Local Government Annual Conference on 19 to 22 June 2022

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

Councillor Foley self-nominated.

Councillor Hayes self-nominated as the alternate.

Councillor R Foley and Councillor D Hayes (alternate) were duly appointed to represent Council at the 2022 National General Assembly of Local Government Annual Conference to be held in Canberra on 19 to 22 June 2022.

RP-11 2022 NSW AUSTRALIAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE

22/096 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and A Parkins

That Council:

a consider Council representation at the 2022 NSW Annual Australian Local Government Women’s Association (ALGWA) Conference to be held from Thursday 7 to Saturday 9 July 2022 in Fairfield

b appoint one Councillor as Council’s delegate to attend the ALGWA Conference

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

Councillor Koschel nominated Councillor Parkins

Councillor Parkins accepted the nomination.

Councillor Parkins was duly appointed to represent Council at the 2022 NSW Annual Australian Local Government Women’s Association (ALGWA) Conference to be held in Fairfield on 7 to 9 July 2022.

RP-12 2022 FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT NATIONAL CONFERENCE

22/097 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel

That Council:

a consider Council representation at the 2022 Floodplain Management National Conference to be held in Toowoomba from 17 to 20 May 2022

b appoint one Councillor as Council’s delegate to attend the Floodplain Management National Conference

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

Councillor R Kendall self-nominated.

Councillor R Kendall was duly appointed to represent Council at the 2022 Floodplain Management National Conference to be held in Toowoomba on 17 to 20 May 2022.

RP-13 RESOLUTIONS AND NOTICES OF MOTIONS REGISTERS

22/098 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and J McKinnon

That Council receive and note the following registers:

a Active Resolutions as at 16 March 2022

b Active Notice of Motions as at 16 March 2022

c Resolutions including Notice of Motions completed from 2 February 2022 to 16 March 2022

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-14 WAGGA WAGGA ART GALLERY COLLECTION MANAGEMENT POLICY - POL 004

22/099 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a endorse the draft Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Collection Management Policy (POL 004)

b place the draft Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Collection Management Policy (POL 004) on public exhibition for a period of 28 days from 23 March to 19 April 2022 and invite public submissions until the 19 April 2022 on the draft Policy

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

i addressing any submissions made with respect to the proposed Wagga Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Collection Management Policy (POL 004)

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

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-15 WAGGA WAGGA ART GALLERY EXHIBITION POLICY - POL 005

22/100 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a endorse the draft Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Exhibition Policy (POL 005)

b place the draft Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Exhibition Policy (POL 005) on public exhibition for a period of 28 days from 23 March 2022 to 19 April 2022 and invite public submissions until the 19 April 2022 on the draft Policy

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

i addressing any submissions made with respect to the proposed Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Exhibition Policy (POL 005)

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

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-16 OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE REPORT - 1 July 2021 to 31 December 2021

22/101 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Foley

That Council receive and note the Operational Performance Report for the period 1 July 2021 to 31 December 2021.

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-17 RESPONSE TO QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE

22/102 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council receive and note the report.

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 D Hayes requested further advice around a $29,000 grant that was rescinded by the State Government which was to be used to survey principals and parents about active travel to and from school for students, as well as trial some ways to further encourage kids riding and walking to school. With the funding now gone, is there any plans to try and still meet the objectives ourselves or through another funding source?

Councillor D Hayes would like to know if it has been investigated to a permanent sound system for Baylis Street for uses like Mardi Gras, Anzac Day Parade? If so, how much? If not, can we find out how much?

Councillor D Hayes advised of a reserve that connects Darri Street to Karoom Drive and Nara Place in Glenfield that people use to head to South City. It comes out in Darri Street along about 100m of units. Residents have complained that pedestrian traffic on private property causes concern along the units and were wondering if a barrier can be installed and if so, whether that is council’s responsibility or the landowners?

Councillor D Hayes has been liaising with a number of young people in Wagga, the use of existing areas and facilities in different ways was discussed. One thing from those discussions is at the Victory Memorial Gardens there is no tables in lit areas including under the light tree, only seats. Is there a reason for this? Or can we look at this happening?

Councillor D Hayes advised on the 28th September 2020, Council approved a plan to look at addressing social and community advantage in that report Council committed to a range of tasks and focus areas. Councillor D Hayes requested an update of each of those areas and what we have achieved and not yet met? For example, reviewing the level of service of parks maintenance and the classification system.

Councillor R Foley requested we look into Canterbury Bankstown Council's fleet of garbage trucks that has been fitted with cameras in a state-first ploy designed to detect road damage. It would assist with Road Audits and show ongoing damage and pick up new pot holes. Minister for Customer Service Victor Dominello said the government is working with councils such as Wollongong and Liverpool to roll out the technology. Would this be a viable option for Wagga to reduce the number of pot holes we have throughout the Local Government Area?

closed COUNCIL

22/103 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and R Foley

That the Council now resolve itself into a Closed Council, the time being 7.48pm.

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

Confidential Reports

CONF-1 RFQ2022/502 SUPPLY OF THREE (3) MOTOR GRADERS

Councillor M Henderson declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chamber the time being 7.50pm.

22/104 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel

That Council:

a accept the offer of WesTrac Pty Ltd for three Caterpillar 140 Graders including 3D Blade Kits for the amount of $1,267,962.72 excluding GST

b authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with WesTrac Pty Ltd for three Caterpillar 140 Graders and 3D Blade Kits for the amount of $1,267,962.72 excluding GST

c authorise the General Manager or their delegate to dispose of Plant Items 1205-4, 1209-3 and 1210-2 as required in accordance with POL110 Procurement and Disposal Policy following delivery and commissioning of each new Grader

d 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
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

Councillor M Henderson re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:51pm.

Reversion to open COUNCIL

22/105 RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and J McKinnon

That this meeting of the Closed Council revert to an open meeting of the Council, the time being 7.59pm.

THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 8.00pm.

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MAYOR