Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Monday 13 April 2026.

 

Present

The Mayor, Councillor Dallas Tout

Councillor Allana Condron

Councillor Georgie Davies

Councillor Richard Foley

Councillor Michael Henderson

Councillor Jenny McKinnon

Councillor Amelia Parkins

Councillor Karissa Subedi

Councillor Lindsay Tanner

In Attendance

General Manager                                                                    (Mr P Thompson)

Director Community & Environment                                    (Mrs C Priest)

Director Planning & Regulatory Services                            (Ms J Costa)

Director Infrastructure (Acting)                                              (Mr R Graham)

Chief Financial Officer                                                           (Mrs C Rodney)

Chief Operating Officer                                                          (Mr S Gray)

Director Economy, Business & Workforce                          (Mrs F Piltz)

Executive Director Housing & Strategic Planning             (Mrs F Hamilton)

Manager Environment & Sustainability                               (Mrs C Hood)

Manager Corporate Governance & Performance             (Mr D Galloway)

Manager Development Assessment & Building

Certification                                                                              (Mr C Collins)

Development Assessment Coordinator                              (Mrs A Gray)

Manager Community Services                                             (Ms M Scully)

Manager Civic Theatre                                                           (Ms C Harris)

Manager Strategic Planning                                                 (Mr M Yeomans)

Strategic Town Planner                                                         (Mr G Wong)

Recreation Coordinator                                                          (Mr J Walsh)

Property Coordinator                                                              (Mr M Dombrovski)

Corporate Governance Coordinator                                    (Mrs N Johnson)

Communications & Engagement Officer                             (Mrs M Oldaker)

Corporate Governance Officer                                             (Ms K West)

 

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PROCEDURAL MOTION - SUSPEND STANDING ORDERS

 

26/101       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and L Tanner

That Council suspend standing orders to permit approved Public Forum speakers who were unable to be heard due to time constraints to present their Public Forum addresses, the time being 6.01pm.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

PROCEDURAL MOTION - RE-INSTATE STANDING ORDERS

 

26/102       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors A Condron and R Foley

That Council reinstate standing orders and continue with the Ordinary Council Meeting agenda, the time being 6:08pm.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

 

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

An apology for non-attendance was received and accepted for Director Infrastructure Services, Mr H Pavitt on the Motion of Councillors A Condron and G Davies.

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1         CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 23 MARCH 2026

 

26/103       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and J McKinnon

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 23 March 2026 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

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

Declarations Of Interest

Councillor A Condron declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-4 - CONTAINER DEPOSIT SCHEME (CDS) - REFUND SHARING ARRANGEMENT, the reason being that a non-immediate family member works for the company mentioned in the report, and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

 

Councillor G Davies declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-1 DA25/0175 - HOTEL AND MOTEL ACCOMMODATION AND DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDING AT 91 PETER STREET, WAGGA WAGGA LOT 1 DP 150006, the reason being that she has family who own property within close proximity to the proposed development, and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

 

Councillor G Davies declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-5 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 31 MARCH 2026, the reason being she owns a property near the site listed in the report which will be undergoing a detailed site investigation, and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

 

Councillor M Henderson declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-2 LEP24/0001 - ADDITIONAL PERMITTED USE - 92 COORAMIN STREET, CARTWRIGHTS HILL - OUTCOMES OF EXHIBITION AND FINALISATION, the reason being that he has spoken to a committee member in regard to hosting functions and events on non-race days, and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

 

Councillor M Henderson declared a Pecuniary Interest in CONF-2 RFT CT2026038 LAKE ALBERT PUMP STATION DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT, the reason being that he is the Commodore of the Wagga Boat Club, and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

 

Councillor J McKinnon declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-10 REVIEW OF COMMUNITY LEASE AND LICENCE AGREEMENT FEES - INITIAL REPORT, the reason being that she has a long-standing association with the Demonstration Gardens, and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

 

Councillor A Parkins declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-10 REVIEW OF COMMUNITY LEASE AND LICENCE AGREEMENT FEES - INITIAL REPORT, the reason being that she is a member of the Wollundry Rotary listed within the report, and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

 

The Mayor, Councillor D Tout declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-10 REVIEW OF COMMUNITY LEASE AND LICENCE AGREEMENT FEES - INITIAL REPORT, the reason being that he is a patron of an organisation listed within the report, and remained in the chamber during its consideration.

 

The General Manager, Mr P Thompson declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-1 DA25/0175 - HOTEL AND MOTEL ACCOMMODATION AND DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDING AT 91 PETER STREET, WAGGA WAGGA LOT 1 DP 150006, the reason being that he owns a property within close proximity of the proposed development, and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

 

Chief Operating Officer, Mr S Gray declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-10 REVIEW OF COMMUNITY LEASE AND LICENCE AGREEMENT FEES - INITIAL REPORT, the reason being that he is the President of Wagga Basketball listed within the report, and vacated the chamber during its consideration.

 

 

PROCEDURAL MOTION - ENGLOBO

26/104       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and J McKinnon

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-3, RP-7, RP-8, RP-9 and CONF-4 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

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

 

PROCEDURAL MOTION – CHANGE OF STANDING ORDERS

 

26/105       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors A Condron and L Tanner

That Council move forward consideration of the following public forum items to the first items of business:

·         RP-1 DA25/0175 - Hotel and motel accommodation and demolition of existing building at 91 Peter Street, Wagga Wagga LOT 1 DP 150006

·         RP-10 - REVIEW OF COMMUNITY LEASE AND LICENCE AGREEMENT FEES - INITIAL REPORT

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

Reports from Staff

RP-1          DA25/0175 - HOTEL AND MOTEL ACCOMMODATION AND DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDING AT 91 PETER STREET, WAGGA WAGGA LOT 1 DP 150006

Councillor G Davies and the General Manager, Mr P Thompson declared Significant Non-Pecuniary Interests and vacated the chamber, the time being 6:18pm.

26/106       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and A Parkins

That Council approve DA25/0175 for hotel and motel accommodation and demolition of existing building at 91 Peter Street (Lot 1 DP 150006) subject to the conditions contained within the attached s4.15 Assessment Report.

CARRIED

 

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

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

R Foley

A Condron

M Henderson

J McKinnon

L Tanner

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

 

Councillor G Davies and the General Manager, Mr P Thompson re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:00pm.

 

 

RP-10        REVIEW OF COMMUNITY LEASE AND LICENCE AGREEMENT FEES - INITIAL REPORT

Chief Operating Officer, Mr S Gray declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 7:00pm.

 

A Motion was moved by Councillors G Davies and J McKinnon

That Council:

a       note the contents of this report

b       receive and note the petition regarding the request to waive the Council community licence fees for the Demonstration Gardens Wagga Wagga on a permanent basis

c        decline the request received from Demonstration Garden in relation to an ongoing fee waiver

d       receive a further report in relation to the outcome of a review of the Financial Assistance Policy (POL 078) and Acquisition, Disposal and Management of Land Policy (POL 038)

 

An AMENDMENT was moved by Councillor R Foley and seconded by Councillor J McKinnon

 

That Council:

a          note the contents of this report

b          receive and note the petition regarding the request to waive the Council community licence fees for the Demonstration Gardens Wagga Wagga on a permanent basis

c          grant financial assistance by way of a one-off waiver of the community licence fee for Demonstration Gardens Wagga Wagga for the 2025/26 financial year, in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, noting that:

i            the waiver is provided pending completion of the policy review initiated by Resolution 25/384 of 1 December 2025

ii           future community licence fee arrangements, including any tiered structure, will be considered as part of that review; and

iii         this decision does not determine ongoing arrangements for this or other licence holders

d          note that the $880 fee waiver represents less than 0.05% of the $1.8 million subsidy Council already provides annually to community licence holders and that declining the waiver while the policy review is incomplete would be inconsistent with the intent of Resolution 25/384

e          request a report be presented to the first Ordinary Meeting of Council in September 2026 with proposed amendments to Financial Assistance Policy (POL 078) and Acquisition, Disposal and Management of Land Policy (POL 038), specifically addressing a tiered fee structure, recognition of in-kind contributions, equity between licence holders and Crown land statutory fee obligations

 

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE AMENDMENT

For the Amendment

Against the Amendment

R Foley

D Tout

M Henderson

G Davies

J McKinnon

A Condron

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

The AMENDMENT being put to the meeting was carried and became the MOTION.

 

26/107       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Foley and J McKinnon  

That Council:

a          note the contents of this report

b          receive and note the petition regarding the request to waive the Council community licence fees for the Demonstration Gardens Wagga Wagga on a permanent basis

c          grant financial assistance by way of a one-off waiver of the community licence fee for Demonstration Gardens Wagga Wagga for the 2025/26 financial year, in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, noting that:

i            the waiver is provided pending completion of the policy review initiated by Resolution 25/384 of 1 December 2025

ii          future community licence fee arrangements, including any tiered structure, will be considered as part of that review; and

iii         this decision does not determine ongoing arrangements for this or other licence holders

d          note that the $880 fee waiver represents less than 0.05% of the $1.8 million subsidy Council already provides annually to community licence holders and that declining the waiver while the policy review is incomplete would be inconsistent with the intent of Resolution 25/384

e          request a report be presented to the first Ordinary Meeting of Council in September 2026 with proposed amendments to Financial Assistance Policy (POL 078) and Acquisition, Disposal and Management of Land Policy (POL 038), specifically addressing a tiered fee structure, recognition of in-kind contributions, equity between licence holders and Crown land statutory fee obligations

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

A Condron

D Tout

R Foley

G Davies

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

Chief Operating Officer, Mr S Gray re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:27pm.

 

RP-2          LEP24/0001 - ADDITIONAL PERMITTED USE - 92 COORAMIN STREET, CARTWRIGHTS HILL - OUTCOMES OF EXHIBITION AND FINALISATION

 

26/108       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and J McKinnon

That Council:

a       note the submissions received in response to the public exhibition of the Planning Proposal for LEP24/0001

b       endorse the finalisation of the Planning Proposal for Lot 10, DP1247474 (92 Cooramin Street, Cartwrights Hill), under s3.36 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 which seeks to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 (WWLEP 2010) by including “Function Centre” as a land use permitted with consent under Schedule 1 and associated mapping

c       delegate authority to the General Manager (or their delegate) to make any minor amendments and corrections of a non-policy and administrative nature that may arise during the plan finalisation process relating to the Planning Proposal

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

RP-3          MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING - KERBSIDE COLLECTION CONTRACT CT2026016

 

26/109       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and J McKinnon

That Council authorise the General Manager or their delegate to execute the memorandum of understanding between Wagga Wagga City Council, Junee Shire Council and Lockhart Shire Council for the purposes of Domestic Kerbside Collection Contract RFT – CT2026016.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

Councillor R Foley vacated the chamber, the time being 7:26pm.

 

Councillor R Foley re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:27pm.

 

RP-4          BOTANIC GARDENS MASTERPLAN

 

26/110       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and A Parkins

That Council:

a       endorse the Draft Botanic Gardens Masterplan for the purpose of public exhibition

b       place the Draft Masterplan on public exhibition for a minimum period of 28 days

c       receive a further report following the exhibition period addressing any submissions received

d       note that individual projects identified within the Masterplan are not funded and will be subject to detailed design, business case development and future budget considerations

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

 

RP-5          FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 31 MARCH 2026

Councillor G Davies declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 7:37pm.

26/111       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and A Parkins

That Council:

a       approve the proposed budget variations and note the balanced budget position as presented in this report

b       approve the proposed budget variations to the 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 at 31 March 2026 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993

e       accept the grant funding offers as presented in this report

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

Councillor G Davies re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:38pm.

 

 

 

RP-6          OASIS FREE ENTRY SUMMARY

 

26/112       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and A Parkins

That Council:

a       endorse the budget allocation for one free entry day to be built into the 2026/27 budget and long term financial plan, with further ongoing reviews if more free entry days are experienced during a financial year

b       note the current management plan will be reviewed in consultation with staff specifically relating to matters such as safety, cost, process for patron numbers, interactions with sporting or school carnivals etc

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

RP-7          INITIAL CLASSIFICATION OF LAND - LOT 574 UNDER PLAN OF SUBDIVISION OF 1 WATERHOUSE AVE LLOYD - BEING LAND DEDICATED TO COUNCIL UNDER PLAN OF SUBDIVISION

 

26/113       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and J McKinnon

That Council:

a       receive and note the submissions received during the public exhibition period, as summarised in this report

b       classify the land described as Lot 574 in DP 1323032 as operational land in accordance with section 31(2) of the Local Government Act 1993

CARRIED

 

 

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

RP-8          INITIAL CLASSIFICATION OF LAND - LOTS 281, 282, 283 AND 284 UNDER PLAN OF SUBDIVISION - BEING LAND DEDICATED TO COUNCIL UNDER PLAN OF SUBDIVISION

 

26/114       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and J McKinnon

That Council:

a       receive and note the submissions received during the public exhibition period, as summarised in this report

b       classify the land described as Lots 281, 282, 283 and 284 in plan of subdivision as operational land in accordance with section 31(2) of the Local Government Act 1993

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

 

RP-9          PROPOSED ASSIGNMENT OF SUBLEASE - LIGHT AIRCRAFT PRECINCT HANGAR 17, WAGGA WAGGA AIRPORT

 

26/115       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and J McKinnon

That Council:

a       agree to the assignment of the sub-lease over Light Aircraft Precinct Hangar Site 17 to Little Irvines Pty Ltd ACN 682 554 758 ATF AB and BF Irvine Superannuation Fund

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, including any Deed of Assignment, as required

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

RP-10 REVIEW OF COMMUNITY LEASE AND LICENCE AGREEMENT FEES - INITIAL REPORT was moved forward to the start of the meeting.

 

 

 

RP-11        QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE

 

26/116       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and G Davies

That Council receive and note the report.

CARRIED

 

 

 

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

Committee Minutes

M-1            CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - LOCAL TRANSPORT FORUM - 19 MARCH 2026

 

26/117       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and R Foley

That Council:

a       receive the minutes of the Local Transport Forum Meeting held on 19 March 2026

b       note the advice provided by the Local Transport Forum on the matters considered

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

 

closed COUNCIL

26/118       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors A Condron and A Parkins

That the Council now resolve itself into a Closed Council, the time being 7.49pm.

CARRIED

 

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

 

Confidential Reports

CONF-1    REQUEST TO SURRENDER LEASE

 

26/119       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors A Parkins and L Tanner

That Council:

a       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to negotiate the surrender of the lease for the Riverina Playhouse with Charles Sturt University (CSU)

b       accept the offer from CSU to transfer ownership of all equipment associated with the operation of the Riverina Playhouse to Council at no cost, subject to agreement that CSU is not required to undertake any additional make-good works

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

d       support Council operating the venue under Civic Theatre management

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

G Davies

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

CONF-2    RFT CT2026038 LAKE ALBERT PUMP STATION DESIGN & CONSTRUCT

Councillor M Henderson declared a Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 8:09pm.

26/120       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors R Foley and J McKinnon

That Council:

a       in accordance with Clause 178(1)(b) of the Local Government (General Regulation) 2005, decline all tenders for the design and construction of the Lake Albert Pump Station

b       pursuant to clause 178(3)(e) of the Local Government (General Regulation) 2005, authorise the General Manager, or their delegate, to enter into negotiations with any person with the intention of entering into a contract for the design and construction of the Lake Albert Pump Station

c       note that the reason for entering into negotiations is that the tender bids submitted require modifications and these variances cannot be undertaken without negotiation

d       note the reason for not inviting fresh tenders is that it is expected negotiation will provide a satisfactory outcome

e       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract for the design and construction of the Lake Albert Pump Station should the negotiation be successful within the parameters outlined within the body of the report

f        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

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

Councillor M Henderson re-entered the chamber, the time being 8:10pm.

 

 

 

CONF-3    INLAND RAIL UPDATES

 

26/121       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and J McKinnon

That Council:

a       accept the offer from Martinus Rail to complete works for funding of $202,700.10 ex GST to allow for a pedestrian and cycling diversion away from Cassidy’s Bridge

b       note that any cost escalation caused by the current Middle East conflict will also be required to be met by Martinus Rail

c       authorise the General Manager or delegate to negotiate entry into lease / licence arrangements to facilitate the Cassidy Parade bridge works on the terms outlined in the body of this report

d       authorise the execution of and affixing of Council’s common seal to all relevant documents as required

e       approve the budget variations as noted in the financial implications section of this report

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

 

CONF-4    CONTAINER DEPOSIT SCHEME (CDS) - REFUND SHARING ARRANGEMENT

 

26/122       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and J McKinnon

That Council:

a       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to extend the Refund Sharing Agreement with Kurrajong Waratah (ABN 55 002 407 294) for the period beginning 3 April 2026 and ceasing 3 April 2028 according to the following refund sharing arrangement:

i         60% Wagga Wagga City Council; and

ii        40% Kurrajong Waratah (ABN 55 002 407 294)

b       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to notify the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of the contract extension

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion

Against the Motion

D Tout

 

G Davies

 

A Condron

 

R Foley

 

M Henderson

 

J McKinnon

 

A Parkins

 

K Subedi

 

L Tanner

 

 

Reversion to open COUNCIL

26/123       RESOLVED:

                   On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and A Condron

That this meeting of the Closed Council revert to an open meeting of the Council, the time being 8:20pm.

CARRIED

 

 

THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 8.22pm.

 

 

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                                                                                                      MAYOR