The Mayor, Councillor Dallas Tout
Councillor Georgie Davies
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 (Mrs J Summerhayes)
Director Infrastructure Services (Mr W Faulkner)
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)
Manager Development Assessment & Building
Certification (Mr P O’Brien)
Property Coordinator (Mr M Dombrovski)
Manager Recreation & Economic Development (Mr B Creighton)
Strategic Recreation Officer (Ms K Hofert)
Corporate Governance Officer (Ms K West)
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.
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APOLOGIES
An apology for non-attendance was received and accepted for the Director of Projects & Strategy, Mr P McMurray on the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and J McKinnon.
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On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and T Koschel That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 23 October 2023 be confirmed as a true and accurate record. |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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Councillor G Davies declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-1 DA19/0665.02 - Demolition of Existing Structures, Tree Removal and Construction of Hardware and Building Supplies, Garden Centre and Ancillary Cafe - Modification to Permit Light Vehicle Egress, 64 Pearson St, Wagga Wagga the reason being that she had a phone conversation with one of the objectors of the application and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor R Foley declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-1 DA19/0665.02 - Demolition of Existing Structures, Tree Removal and Construction of Hardware and Building Supplies, Garden Centre and Ancillary Cafe - Modification to Permit Light Vehicle Egress, 64 Pearson St, Wagga Wagga the reason being that he had a meeting with the business owners in the area and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor R Foley declared a Pecuniary Interest in RP-3 Blake Street Developer Contributions - Works in Kind Agreement (WIKA) + Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan (LICP) Update the reason being that he has conducted work for the owner of the land and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor M Henderson declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-1 DA19/0665.02 - Demolition of Existing Structures, Tree Removal and Construction of Hardware and Building Supplies, Garden Centre and Ancillary Cafe - Modification to Permit Light Vehicle Egress, 64 Pearson St, Wagga Wagga the reason being that he had a meeting with the business owners in the area and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor T Koschel declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-1 DA19/0665.02 - Demolition of Existing Structures, Tree Removal and Construction of Hardware and Building Supplies, Garden Centre and Ancillary Cafe - Modification to Permit Light Vehicle Egress, 64 Pearson St, Wagga Wagga the reason being that he had a meeting with the business owners in the area and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor J McKinnon declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-1 DA19/0665.02 - Demolition of Existing Structures, Tree Removal and Construction of Hardware and Building Supplies, Garden Centre and Ancillary Cafe - Modification to Permit Light Vehicle Egress, 64 Pearson St, Wagga Wagga the reason being that she had a phone conversation with one of the objectors of the application and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor A Parkins declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-1 RFT2023-29 KESSLER PARK AMENITIES BUILDING DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT the reason being that her employer is listed within the report and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor A Parkins declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-1 DA19/0665.02 - Demolition of Existing Structures, Tree Removal and Construction of Hardware and Building Supplies, Garden Centre and Ancillary Cafe - Modification to Permit Light Vehicle Egress, 64 Pearson St, Wagga Wagga the reason being that she had a phone conversation with one of the objectors of the application and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
The Mayor, Councillor D Tout declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-5 RENEWAL OF COMMUNITY, CULTURAL AND SPORTING LEASE AND LICENCE AGREEMENTS EXPIRING PRIOR TO THE END OF THE 2023/2024 FINANCIAL YEAR the reason being that he chairs Scouts NSW Riverina Zone Committee and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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PUBLIC DISCUSSION FORUM
RP-1 DA19/0665.02 - Demolition of Existing Structures, Tree Removal and Construction of Hardware and Building Supplies, Garden Centre and Ancillary Cafe - Modification to Permit Light Vehicle Egress, 64 Pearson St, Wagga Wagga
· Robert Sinclair – Speaking against the recommendation
· Steve Kenyon – Speaking against the recommendation
RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993
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D Tout |
G Davies |
M Henderson |
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R Foley |
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R Kendall |
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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 R Kendall and T Koschel That Council: a note that two (2) submissions were received for the draft Parks Naming Policy during the public exhibition period b adopt the Parks Naming Policy (POL 055) |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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RP-3 Blake Street Developer Contributions - Works in Kind Agreement (WIKA) + Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan (LICP) Update |
Councillor R Foley declared a Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 7:49pm. |
On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel That Council: a notes the previous resolution of Council from 27 February 2023, authorising the General Manager or their delegate to develop and execute a Planning Agreement for 12 Blake Street, Wagga Wagga b notes the advice and recommend process provided by Lindsay Taylor Lawyers (LTL) in the body of this report c rescinds Resolution 23/037 RP-2 PROPOSED PLANNING AGREEMENT 12 BLAKE STREET, WAGGA WAGGA resolved by Council on 27 February 2023 d authorise the General Manager or their delegate to draft the amendment to the Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan (LICP) as outlined in the body of this report e authorise the General Manager or their delegate to draft a Works In Kind Agreement (WIKA) as outlined in the body of this report f authorise the General Manager or their delegate to place both the draft Works In Kind Agreement (WIKA) and the draft amendment to the Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan (LICP) on public exhibition for a period of 28 days and invite public submissions g receive a further report following the exhibition and submission period addressing any submission made in respect of the draft documents |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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M Henderson |
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R Kendall |
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T Koschel |
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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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Councillor R Foley re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:50pm.
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On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and J McKinnon That Council: a receive and note the draft Playground Strategy 2023-2043 b endorse the draft Playground Strategy being placed on exhibition for a period of 28 days and invite public submissions on the draft policy c receive a further report following the public exhibition period. i addressing any submissions made in respect of the proposed policy ii proposing adoption of the policy unless there are recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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RP-5 RENEWAL OF COMMUNITY, CULTURAL AND SPORTING LEASE AND LICENCE AGREEMENTS EXPIRING PRIOR TO THE END OF THE 2023/2024 FINANCIAL YEAR |
The Mayor, Councillor D Tout declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the Chair and the Chamber, the time being 8.01pm. The Deputy Mayor, Councillor A Parkins assumed the Chair, the time being 8.01pm. |
On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and J McKinnon That Council: a delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate to negotiate renewal of the community, cultural or sporting association lease and licence agreements as detailed in the body of this report b delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate to execute the agreements on behalf of the Council c authorise the affixing of Council’s common seal to all relevant documents as required |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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The Deputy Mayor, Councillor A Parkins vacated the chair, the time being 8.02pm.
The Mayor, Councillor D Tout re-entered the chamber and assumed the Chair, the time being 8:02pm.
RP-6 Joint Sewer Connection at 41 & 43 Collins Street, Turvey Park - Private Works |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel That Council: a approve the installation of private wastewater pipework within 41 Collins Street, Turvey Park from the dwelling to Councils sewer main in Collins Lane to eliminate a joint sewer connection with 43 Collins Street b approve the work to be fully funded by Council at no charge to the owner of 41 Collins Street, Turvey Park c receive a further report once the works are completed in accordance with Clause 4 of Section 67 of the Local Government Act 1993 |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and T Koschel That Council in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, provide fee waivers for the use of Council Public Facilities totalling $6,167.94 for The Voice to Parliament Public Information and Panel Sessions in relation to the 14 October 2023 referendum, as noted in this report. |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and M Henderson That Council receive and note the report. |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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M-1 FLOODPLAIN RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE - 19 OCTOBER 2023 |
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On the Motion of Councillors M Henderson and R Kendall That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee Meeting held 19 October 2023 be confirmed as a true and accurate record. |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and G Davies That the Council now resolve itself into a Closed Council, the time being 8.16pm. |
AT THIS STAGE OF THE MEETING THE PRESS AND PUBLIC GALLERY RETIRED FROM THE COUNCIL MEETING.
CONF-1 RFT2023-29 KESSLER PARK AMENITIES BUILDING DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT |
Councillor A Parkins declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 8:16pm. |
On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and J McKinnon That Council: a accept the tender of PCR Building Services Pty Ltd (ABN 99 114 293 677) in the lump sum amount of $599,360.95 excluding GST for the design and construction of an amenities building at Kessler Park, Tolland b authorise the General Manager or their delegate to ender a contract with PCR Building Services Pty Ltd (99 114 293 677) for the Kessler Park Amenities Design and Construct c authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all 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
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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Councillor A Parkins re-entered the chamber, the time being 8:17pm.
CONF-2 RENEWAL OF LICENCE AGREEMENT - 131 FARRER ROAD, BOOROOMA |
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On the Motion of Councillors M Henderson and J McKinnon That Council: a endorse the General Manager or delegate negotiating a renewal of Licence Agreement with the registered proprietor of Lot 28 DP 1173054 on the terms referred to in this report. b authorise the General Manager or delegate to sign any documents in order to give effect to this resolution. c authorise the affixing of the common seal as required |
RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION
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D Tout |
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G Davies |
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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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J McKinnon |
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A Parkins |
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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 8.26pm. |
THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 8.27pm.
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MAYOR