The Mayor, Councillor Dallas Tout
Councillor Georgie Davies
Councillor Dan Hayes
Councillor Michael Henderson
Councillor Richard Foley
Councillor Rod Kendall
Councillor Tim Koschel
Councillor Amelia Parkins
General Manager (Mr P Thompson)
Director Community (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)
Executive Director - People & Culture (Mrs F Piltz)
Executive Manager, Regional Activation (Mrs F Hamilton)
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
No apologies were received.
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On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and D Hayes That Council grant Leave of Absence to Councillor R Kendall for the period 22 May 2023 to 5 June 2023 inclusive. |
Council noted that Leave of Absence was granted for this meeting to Councillor J McKinnon at its meeting 3 April 2023.
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Kendall That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 3 April 2023 be confirmed as a true and accurate record. |
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G Davies |
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M Henderson |
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A Parkins |
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Declarations Of Interest
Councillor A Parkins declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-3 Financial Performance Report as at 31st March 2023, the reason being that her work place is named in report and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor A Parkins declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-1 RFQ2023-533 Airport and Riverside Stage 3 Business Cases, the reason being that her employer is listed within the report and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
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PUBLIC DISCUSSION FORUM
RP-2 ADVOCACY PLAN REVIEW – 2023
· Clare Enever – Speaking against the recommendation
· Vickie Burkinshaw (Wagga Wagga Women’s Health Centre) - Speaking in favour of the recommendation
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and D Hayes That Council move forward consideration of RP-2 advocacy plan review 2023 to follow the public discussion forum. |
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M Henderson |
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T Koschel |
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A Parkins |
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A Motion was moved by Councillors D Hayes and R Kendall That Council: a endorse the Advocacy Plan items contained within this report b note that the Advocacy Plan will be graphically designed and listed on Council’s website c review annually as part of the Integrated Planning and Reporting process An Amendment was moved by Councillor T Koschel and seconded by Councillor R Foley That Council: a endorse the Advocacy Plan items contained within this report, with the following amendment: ABORTION SERVICES We request that the State and Federal Governments, local health district, hospital staff, GPs, and other organisations increase access to medical and surgical abortions. Further we request that the State and Federal Governments provide funding for adjunct pregnancy crisis services in relation to comprehensive counselling of woman pre and post abortion, ensure the provision of unbiased and accurate information to allow all woman to make free and informed choices regarding abortion and provide pathways and options for the facilitation of adoption services and/or foster care service to any woman who may be seeking alternative pathways instead of only abortion in relation to unwanted or unplanned pregnancy. b note that the Advocacy Plan will be graphically designed and listed on Council’s website c review annually as part of the Integrated Planning and Reporting process The Amendment on being put to the meeting was LOST. RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Kendall That Council: a endorse the Advocacy Plan items contained within this report b note that the Advocacy Plan will be graphically designed and listed on Council’s website c review annually as part of the Integrated Planning and Reporting process |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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A Parkins |
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Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given
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RP-1 INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING (IP&R) - DRAFT DOCUMENTS FOR EXHIBITION |
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and R Kendall That Council: a place the following documents on public exhibition for 28 days commencing 27 April 2023 and concluding on 25 May 2023: i draft Revised Delivery Program 2022/23 – 2025/26 ii draft Operational Plan 2023/24 iii draft Fees and Charges for the financial year 2023/24 iv draft Long Term Financial Plan 2023/24 b receive a further report after the public exhibition period: i addressing any submissions made in respect of the draft documents ii proposing adoption of the draft documents |
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RP-2 - Advocacy Plan Review - 2023 was moved forward to follow the public discussion forum.
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Councillor A Parkins declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 6:49pm. |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and D Hayes That Council: a approve the proposed 2022/23 budget variations for the month ended 31 March 2023 and note the balanced budget position as presented in this report b approve the proposed budget variations to the 2022/23 Long Term Financial Plan Capital Works Program including new projects and timing adjustments c note the Responsible Accounting Officer’s reports, in accordance with the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021 (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 of 31 March 2023 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993 e accept the grant funding offers as presented in this report |
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M Henderson |
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A Parkins |
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Councillor A Parkins re-entered the chamber, the time being 6:50pm.
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On the Motion of Councillors D Hayes and T Koschel That Council receive and note the report. |
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G Davies |
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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R Kendall |
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T Koschel |
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A Parkins |
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RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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G Davies |
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D Hayes |
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M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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R Kendall |
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T Koschel |
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A Parkins |
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THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 6.58pm.
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MAYOR