Councillor Jenny McKinnon
Councillor Dan Hayes
Councillor Michael Henderson
Councillor Richard Foley
Councillor Tim Koschel
Councillor Amelia Parkins
Acting General Manager (Ms J Summerhayes)
Director Infrastructure Services (Mr W Faulkner)
Director Strategy and Projects (Mr P McMurray)
Director Regional Activation (Mr J Sidgwick)
Chief Financial Officer (Mrs C Rodney)
Chief Operating Officer (Mr S Gray)
Manager Development Assessment & Building
Certification (Mr P O’Brien)
Strategic Asset Planner (Parks & Recreation) (Mr B Creighton)
Corporate Governance Coordinator (Mrs N Johnson)
Communications & Engagement Coordinator (Mr M Casey)
Governance Officer (Ms K West)
The proceedings of all Council meetings in open session, including all debate and addresses by the public, are recorded (audio visual) and livestreamed on Council’s website including for the purpose of facilitating community access to meetings and accuracy of the Minutes.
In addition to webcasting council meetings, audio recordings of confidential sessions of Ordinary Meetings of Council are also recorded, but do not form part of the webcast.
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.
Councillors, let us in silence reflect upon our responsibilities to the community which we represent, and to all future generations and faithfully, and impartially, carry out the functions, powers, authorities and discretions vested in us, to the best of our skill and judgement.
APOLOGIES
An apology for non-attendance was received and accepted for Councillor G Davies and the General Manager, Mr P Thompson on the Motion of Councillors A Parkins and D Hayes.
LEAVES OF ABSENCE
Council noted that leave of absence was granted to Councillor R Kendall (5 September 2022) and the Mayor, Councillor D Tout (3 September 2022 to 25 September 2022 inclusive) at the 22 August 2022, Ordinary Council Meeting.
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 22 August 2022 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.
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RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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Councillor D Hayes declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-3 MAJOR EVENTS, FESTIVALS AND FILMS SPONSORSHIP - ROUND TWO the reason being that he has a familial link and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor M Henderson declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-3 MAJOR EVENTS FESTIVALS AND FILMS SPONSORSHIP the reason being that he is a Director on the Board of the Wagga Boat Club and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
Chief Operating Officer, Mr S Gray declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-9 SALE OF LAND - 9 SPRING STREET, WAGGA WAGGA the reason being that he holds a position on the Board of Wagga Basketball and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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PUBLIC DISCUSSION FORUM
RP-8 REQUESTS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE - PROPERTY RATES
· Robert Hamilton – Speaking against the report
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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Reports from Staff
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On the Motion of Councillors M Henderson and T Koschel That Council: a authorise in accordance with Clause 131 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005, the write-off of interest charges up to $415.93 b fund the interest write off of up to $415.93 as detailed in the financial implications section of the report c schedule a workshop between Councillors and the Show Society to discuss their strategic plans and future subsidies |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given
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On the Motion of Councillors A Parkins and D Hayes That Council receive a report prior to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 7 November 2022, outlining: a all planning initiatives Council has agreed to undertake, including but not limited to, the preparation of new documents (such as strategies identified in the Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS)) as well as existing policy documents that are required to be reviewed and updated (such as the Local Environmental Plan (LEP) and Development Control Plan (DCP)) b prioritised list of planning initiatives c the proposed timeframes to complete each of the prioritised planning initiatives d how they will be delivered both from a resourcing and financial perspective |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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Reports from Staff
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Foley That Council receive and note the update on the continued engagement and collaboration with NSW Land and Housing Corporation. |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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RP-3 MAJOR EVENTS, FESTIVALS AND FILMS SPONSORSHIP - ROUND TWO
Due to declared Significant, Non-Pecuniary Interests by Councillors D Hayes and M Henderson, quorum was lost, therefore RP-3 Major Events, Festivals and Films Sponsorship - Round Two, was deferred to the 19 September 2022 Ordinary Council Meeting.
RP-4 APPLICATIONS FOR SUBSIDY FOR WASTE DISPOSAL FOR CHARITABLE ORGANISATIONS |
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Foley That Council endorse the annual 2022/23 waste disposal subsidy for the total amount of $1,000.00 for Carevan Wagga Incorporated. |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and A Parkins That Council: a place the draft Community Engagement Strategy 2022 on public exhibition for a period of 28 days from 6 September 2022 to 3 October 2022 and invite public submissions until 3 October 2022 b receive a further report following the public exhibition and submission period: (i) addressing any submission made in respect of the draft strategy (ii) proposing adoption of the strategy unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period c receive and note the update in relation to village consultations |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and A Parkins That Council: a in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, provide financial assistance to the following groups: i. Rotary Club of Wollundry – Saturday Markets $2,090.00 (Request 1) ii. Combined Riders of Wagga - Toy Run $300.00 (Request 2) iii. Cancer Council Wagga - Relay for Life $1,620.40 (Request 3) iv. Wagga Leagues Swimming Club - National Masters Swimming $2,110.00 (Request 4) b note the proposed budget available for financial assistance requests for the remainder of the 2022/23 financial year c not provide financial assistance to the following groups due to the reasons noted in this report: i. Light Horse Memorial Committee – Traffic Management (Request 5) ii. Tolland Wolves Soccer – Sportsground Hire (Request 6) |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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RP-8 - REQUESTS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE - PROPERTY RATES was moved forward to follow the Public Discussion Session.
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Foley That Council: a authorise PCYC to sell Lot 1 DP 1204851 together with Council owned land in Spring Street (Lot 20 DP 22260) and the Council owned former laneway in Gurwood Street (Lot 1 DP 1208979) b delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate to execute all necessary documents to facilitate the sale on behalf of Council |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel That Council: a note that there were no public submissions received during the exhibition period for the draft Equal Employment Opportunity Policy (POL 085) b adopt the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy (POL 085) |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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RP-12 FRAUD AND CORRUPTION CONTROL POLICY (POL100) |
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Foley That Council: a place the draft Fraud and Corruption Control Policy (POL 100) on public exhibition for a period of 28 days from 6 September 2022 to 3 October 2022 and invite public submissions until 18 October 2022 on the draft policy b receive a further report following the public exhibition and submission period: (i) addressing any submission made in respect of the proposed policy (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
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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RP-13 RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE |
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Foley That Council receive and note the report. |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and M Henderson That Council receive and note the report. |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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Confidential Reports
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Foley That Council: a authorise the General Manager or delegate to enter into a new contract with Rural Press Pty Ltd (ABN 47 000 010 382) trading as Australian Community Media (ACM) until 30 June 2023 for the provision of a two-page option for print media in the Weekend Advertiser publication b authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all relevant documents as required |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 6.50pm.
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MAYOR