Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Monday 13 May 2024.

Present

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

In Attendance

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)

Project Director Regulatory Planning Reform                    (Ms R Fox)

Manager Corporate Governance & Performance             (Mr D Galloway)

Strategic Planning Coordinator                                            (Ms L Hawkins)

Executive Manager, Regional Activation                            (Mrs F Hamilton)

Property Coordinator                                                              (Mr M Dombrovski)

Corporate Governance Coordinator                                    (Mrs N Johnson)

Communications & Engagement Officer                             (Ms L Magrath)

Governance Officer                                                                (Ms K West)

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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.

REFLECTION

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.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

24/120       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and J McKinnon

That Council grant Leave of Absence to Councillor T Koschel for 27 May 2024.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

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

CONDOLENCE AND SYMPATHY

The Mayor, Councillor Dallas Tout extended condolences and sympathy to the family and friends of the late Mr Garry Salvestro and recognised his substantial contribution to the city, in particular his service to Council as an employee from 1988 to 2006 and his significant input into the growth and planning of the city and region and his involvement in the local music industry.

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1         ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 29 APRIL 2024

24/121       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and M Henderson

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 29 April 2024 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
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

Declarations Of Interest

Councillor G Davies declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-3 RIVERSIDE STAGE 3 BUSINESS CASE the reason being, her employer submitted a letter of support for the Riverside Stage 3 Business Case and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor G Davies declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-5 PROPOSED ASSIGNMENT OF SUBLEASE - LIGHT AIRCRAFT PRECINCT HANGAR 7, WAGGA WAGGA AIRPORT - UPDATE TO RESOLUTION 23/293 the reason being that she has a family member who has a sublease on a hanger and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-5 PROPOSED ASSIGNMENT OF SUBLEASE - LIGHT AIRCRAFT PRECINCT HANGAR 7, WAGGA WAGGA AIRPORT - UPDATE TO RESOLUTION 23/293 the reason being that he holds a lease on this hangar and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

Councillor T Koschel declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP–2 SOUTHERN GROWTH AREA CONTEXT PAPER the reason being that he has family members that live within the area and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

PROCEDURAL MOTION - ENGLOBO

24/122       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and R Kendall

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-1, RP-4 and CONF-1 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
M Henderson
R Foley
R Kendall
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

PUBLIC DISCUSSION FORUM

RP-3 - RIVERSIDE STAGE 3 BUSINESS CASE

· Samantha Beresford (Committee 4 Wagga) - Speaking in favour of the Recommendation

PROCEDURAL MOTION - CHANGE STANDING ORDERS

24/123       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and T Koschel

That Council move forward consideration of RP-3 - RIVERSIDE STAGE 3 BUSINESS CASE to follow the Public Discussion Forum.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

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

Reports from Staff

RP-3          RIVERSIDE STAGE 3 BUSINESS CASE

24/124       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and J McKinnon

That Council:

a       note and accept the outcomes of the stakeholder and community engagement program and the Riverside Stage 3 Business Case and supporting documentation

b       pursue future funding opportunities, for the continued planning of the project, as they arise

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
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 - COUNCIL OWNED HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES

24/125       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors A Parkins and J McKinnon

That Council staff provide a report outlining potential programs and options to address housing availability and affordability, including (but not limited to):

a       a review of assets in Council’s ownership or management that staff have identified may be suitable for housing development

b       identifying short term opportunities for partnerships with entities such as government, developers and/or private owners to assist in addressing the housing affordability crisis

c       identifying longer term opportunities to assist housing providers in approaches that lead to increased supply of affordable housing

d       consideration of how Council can broker relationships between housing service providers and the real estate, building and construction sectors to identify alternate options to reduce rental stress, and housing gaps and to increase affordability and availability of housing

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

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

Reports from Staff

RP-1          INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING (IP&R) - DRAFT DOCUMENTS FOR EXHIBITION

24/126       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and R Kendall

That Council:

a       place the following documents on public exhibition for 28 days commencing 14 May 2024 and concluding on 10 June 2024:

i         draft Operational Plan 2024/25

ii        draft Fees and Charges for the financial year 2024/25

iii       draft Long Term Financial Plan 2024/25

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

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

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

RP-2          SOUTHERN GROWTH AREA CONTEXT PAPER

Councillor T Koschel declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 6:46pm.

24/127       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Kendall and G Davies

That Council:

a       receive and note the Southern Growth Area Strategic Context Paper attached to this report

b       note that the Southern Growth Area Strategic Context Paper has been prepared to respond to part (g) of Council resolution 22/264 from the 22 August 2022 Ordinary Council Meeting

c       note that high-level structure planning for the remaining growth area (SGA) and infill corridors has been undertaken to coordinate development outcomes across both urban releases in Zone 1 of the SGA.

d       resolve to consider and assess planning proposals within Zone 1 of the SGA, where they meet the existing strategic merit identified in the Southern Growth Area Strategic Context Paper

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

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

Councillor T Koschel re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:09pm.

RP-3 RIVERSIDE STAGE 3 BUSINESS CASE was moved forward to follow public discussion forum.

RP-4          PROVISION OF LAND TO NSW RURAL FIRE SERVICE FOR NEW BRIGADE SHED - PART 80 CONNORTON STREET, URANQUINTY - LOT 2 DP 590564

24/128       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and R Kendall

That Council endorse the provision of part 80 Connorton Street, Uranquinty (being part Lot 2 DP 590564) to the NSW Rural Fire Service for the purpose of construction of a new brigade station on the terms outlined in this report.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

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

RP-5          PROPOSED ASSIGNMENT OF SUBLEASE - LIGHT AIRCRAFT PRECINCT HANGAR 7, WAGGA WAGGA AIRPORT - UPDATE TO RESOLUTION 23/293

Councillor R Kendall declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 7:09pm.

24/129       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and R Foley

That Council:

a       agree to the assignment of the lease of Light Aircraft Precinct Hangar 7 as per the details set out in 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
G Davies
M Henderson
R Foley
T Koschel
J McKinnon
A Parkins

Councillor R Kendall re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:10pm.

RP-6          QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE

24/130       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and J McKinnon

That Council receive and note the report.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

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

Confidential Reports

CONF-1    RFT2023-14 CONCRETE WORKS, KERB & GUTTER REFRESH

24/131       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors T Koschel and R Kendall

That Council:

a       accept the schedule of rates (SOR) offers from Construction & Kerb Contracting Pty Ltd (ABN: 56 640 644 855), LM Landscaping & Irrigations Pty Ltd (ABN: 51 661 770 896), SMCC Contracting Pty Ltd (ABN: 46 648 139 762), J W Campton & K L Moy T/a Wiradjuri Concreters (ABN: 68 690 400 137) for the concrete works and kerb and gutter construction panel contract

b       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter contracts with Construction & Kerb Contracting Pty Ltd (ABN: 56 640 644 855), LM Landscaping & Irrigations Pty Ltd (ABN: 51 661 770 896), SMCC Contracting Pty Ltd (ABN: 46 648 139 762), J W Campton & K L Moy T/a Wiradjuri Concreters (ABN: 68 690 400 137) for the concrete works and kerb and gutter construction panel contract

c       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to extend the contract as set out in the contract

d       authorise the affixing of Council’s seal to all documents as necessary

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

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

THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 7.17pm.

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                                                                                                      MAYOR