Minutes of General Meeting

MINUTES OF General Meeting

Held at Council Chambers, HORNSBY

on Wednesday, 20 March, 2013

at 6:35 PM

PRESENT

Councillors Russell (Chairman), Azizi, Browne, Gallagher, Hutchence, Cox, Singh and Tilbury.

NATIONAL ANTHEM

OPENING PRAYER

Reverend Rob Denham from St Peter’s Anglican Church opened the meeting in prayer.

Acknowledgement of RELIGIOUS DIVERSITY

Statement by the Chairman:

"We recognise our Shire's rich cultural and religious diversity and we acknowledge and pay respect to the beliefs of all members of our community, regardless of creed or faith."

ABORIGINAL RECOGNITION

Statement by the Chairman:

"We acknowledge we are on the traditional lands of the Darug and Guringai Peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present."

AUDIO RECORDING OF COUNCIL MEETING

Statement by the Chairman:

"I advise all present that tonight's meeting is being audio recorded for the purposes of providing a record of public comment at the meeting, supporting the democratic process, broadening knowledge and participation in community affairs, and demonstrating Council’s commitment to openness and accountability. The recordings will be made available on Council’s website once the Minutes have been finalised. All speakers are requested to ensure their comments are relevant to the issue at hand and to refrain from making personal comments or criticisms."

APOLOGIES / leave of absence

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR HUTCHENCE, seconded by COUNCILLOR COX,

THAT the apology and request for leave of absence from Councillors Anisse and Berman in respect of an inability to attend the General Meeting on 20 March 2013 be accepted and leave of absence be granted.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

political donations disclosure

Statement by the Chairman:

“In accordance with Section 147 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, any person or organisation who has made a relevant planning application or a submission in respect of a relevant planning application which is on tonight’s agenda, and who has made a reportable political donation or gift to a Councillor or employee of the Council, must make a Political Donations Disclosure Statement.

If a Councillor or employee has received a reportable political donation or gift from a person or organisation who has made a relevant planning application or a submission in respect of a relevant planning application which is on tonight’s agenda, they must declare a non-pecuniary conflict of interests to the meeting, disclose the nature of the interest and manage the conflict of interests in accordance with Council’s Code of Conduct.”

presentations

Nil

declarations of interest

COUNCILLOR HUTCHENCE declared a pecuniary interest in Item 9 - PL26/13 Local Nominations for the Joint Regional Planning Panel. Refer to that Item for details.

NOTE: During discussion of Item 9, COUNCILLOR COX declared a less than significant non-pecuniary interest in Item 9 - PL26/13 Local Nominations for the Joint Regional Planning Panel. Refer to that Item for details.

confirmation of minutes

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Tilbury,

THAT the Minutes of the General Meeting held on Wednesday 20 February 2013 be confirmed, a copy having been distributed to all Councillors.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

petitionS

Nil

Rescission Motions

Nil

ITEMS PASSED BY EXCEPTION / CALL FOR SPEAKERS ON AGENDA ITEMS

THE MAYOR ANNOUNCED his intention to deal with the balance of the Business Paper by the exception method and announced the items.

Items 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17 and 18 were withdrawn for discussion.

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT the recommendations in respect of items 1, 2, 3, 6, 11, 13 and 14 be adopted.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

Note: Item 12 was called over and noted.

For the sake of clarity, the above items are recorded in Agenda sequence.

Note: Persons wishing to address Council on matters which were on the Agenda were permitted to speak, prior to the item being discussed, and their names are recorded in the Minutes in respect of that particular item.

Note: Persons wishing to address Council on Non-Agenda items were permitted to speak after all items on the Agenda in respect of which there was a speaker from the public were finalised by Council. Their names are recorded in the Minutes under the heading “Public Forum for Non-Agenda Items”.

GENERAL BUSINESS

General Manager's Division

1 GM4/13 Code of Conduct - NSROC Panel of Conduct Reviewers

(F2006/00554)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT Council:

1. Note that the Northern Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (NSROC) has selected a Regional Panel of Conduct Reviewers for use by NSROC councils.

2. Use the NSROC Panel as appropriate for Code of Conduct complaints that it receives.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

Corporate Support Division

2 CS6/13 Investments and Borrowings for 2012/13 - Status for Period Ending 31 January 2013

(F2004/06987)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT the contents of Deputy General Manager’s Report No. CS6/13 be received and noted.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

3 CS8/13 Pecuniary Interest and Other Matters Returns - Disclosures by Councillors and Designated Persons

(F2012/00606)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT Council note the Disclosure of Pecuniary Interests and Other Matters Returns recently lodged with the General Manager have been tabled as required by the Local Government Act.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

4 CS9/13 Outstanding Council Resolutions - Period Until 30 November 2012

(F2005/00112)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Hutchence, seconded by COUNCILLOR Browne,

THAT:

1. The contents of Deputy General Manager’s Report No. CS9/13 be received and noted.

2. The traffic improvements referred to in the comment about Group Manager’s Report No. PL9/12 in the attachment to Deputy General Manager’s Report No. CS9/13 be reported to Council no later than the 15 May 2013 General Meeting.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

Environment and Human Services Division

5 EH2/13 Engaging the Community in Sustainability Matters

(F2004/09491-05)

Ms Sandra Nichols, on behalf of Transition Epping, addressed Council regarding this item.

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT:

1. Council utilise electronic engagement methodologies to consult with the broader community on strategic sustainability matters.

2. A further report be prepared for Council’s consideration at the 16 April 2014 General Meeting which details the success or otherwise of the engagement of the community on sustainability matters in the April 2013 to March 2014 period.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

Planning Division

6 PL17/13 Development Application - Single New Dwelling - 13 Collingridge Way, Berowra

(DA/1300/2012)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT Council assume the concurrence of the Director-General of the Department of Planning and Infrastructure pursuant to State Environmental Planning Policy No. 1 and approve Development Application No. DA/1300/2012 for the erection of a dwelling-house at Lot 32, DP 270489, No. 13 Collingridge Way Berowra, subject to the conditions of consent detailed in Schedule 1 of Group Manager’s Report No. PL17/13.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

7 PL19/13 Development Application - Section 96(2) - Demolition of Existing Dwellings and Construction of an Affordable Housing Development Comprising 46 Dwellings - Nos. 7, 9 and 11 Hannah Street and Nos. 129 - 131 Copeland Road, Beecroft

(DA/1305/2011/A)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT pursuant to Section 96(2) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979, Development Application No. DA/1305/2011 for the Demolition of Existing Dwellings and Construction of an Affordable Housing Development Comprising 46 Dwellings at Lot 103 DP 775322, Lot E DP 410414, Lot F DP 410415, Lot 1 DP 1051980, Lot 12 DP 818116, Nos. 7, 9 and 11 Hannah Street and Nos. 129-131 Copeland Road, Beecroft be amended as detailed in Schedule 1 of Group Manager’s Report No. PL19/13.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

8 PL22/13 Further Report - Animal Boarding or Training Establishment - Change of Use - 21 Geelans Road, Arcadia

(DA/763/2012)

Mr Ken Hargraves, of Arcadia, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Sigbjorn Sovik, of Arcadia, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr John Inshaw, of Galston, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Martin Welsh, of Arcadia, addressed Council regarding this item.

Ms Celia Mathews, of Arcadia, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Doug Cohen, of Arcadia, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr John Becchio, of Arcadia, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Sal Russo, of Arcadia, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Andrew Darroch, on behalf of the Applicant, addressed Council regarding this item.

MOVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR TILBURY, seconded by COUNCILLOR HUTCHENCE,

THAT Development Application No. DA/763/2012 for the use of the site as an animal boarding and training establishment and construction of a dressage arena at Lot 11 DP 217208, No. 21 Geelans Road, Arcadia be approved as a deferred commencement pursuant to Section 80(3) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979 subject to the conditions of consent detailed in Schedule 1 of Group Manager’s Report No. PL22/13 and the amendment of Condition 30 to read:

30. No Bus Access/Parking

All buses associated with the facility including buses dropping off or picking up patrons are to do so via the main entrance to the Vision Valley Conference and Recreation Centre on Vision Valley Road. No buses associated with the facility are to travel via Geelans Road.

AN AMENDMENT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILLOR GALLAGHER, seconded by COUNCILLOR SINGH,

THAT consideration of Group Manager’s Report No. PL22/13 be deferred to allow the applicant to submit amended plans showing the arena being moved 50% to the west.

THE AMENDMENT, MOVED BY COUNCILLOR GALLAGHER, seconded by COUNCILLOR SINGH WAS PUT AND CARRIED.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Gallagher, Russell and Singh

AGAINST: Councillors Cox, Hutchence and Tilbury

THE AMENDMENT THEREBY BECAME THE MOTION WHICH WAS PUT AND CARRIED.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Councillor Cox

9 PL26/13 Local Nominations for the Joint Regional Planning Panel

(F2009/00493)

Mrs Felicity Findlay, of Cheltenham, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Adam Byrnes, of Hornsby, addressed Council regarding this item.

Ms Sandra Nichols, of North Epping , addressed Council regarding this item.

NOTE: COUNCILLOR COX declared a less than significant non-pecuniary interest in this item under Clause 51A of Council's Code of Meeting Practice (see Declarations of Interest in these Minutes). The nature of interest was stated by COUNCILLOR COX on the Declaration of Interest form as: “Felicity Findlay was the third candidate on the same ticket as I was running second on” and the explanation of why the interest does not require further action in the circumstances was “I was not involved in Felicity’s placement on the ticket”.

NOTE: COUNCILLOR HUTCHENCE declared a pecuniary interest in this item under Clause 52 of Council's Code of Meeting Practice (see Declarations of Interest in these Minutes). The nature of interest was stated by COUNCILLOR HUTCHENCE on the Declaration of Interest form as: “One of the nominees is a client of mine” . COUNCILLOR HUTCHENCE was not present at, or in sight of, the Meeting when the matter was being debated or voted on.

MOVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR AZIZI, seconded by COUNCILLOR BROWNE,

THAT Council:

1. Advise the Department of Planning and Infrastructure that it nominates local members and alternatives for the Sydney West Joint Regional Planning Panel as follows:

1.1 Mr David White as the local ‘expert’ panel member and Mr Adam Byrnes and Ms Sandra Nichols as the alternative local ‘expert’ panel members.

1.2 Mr Michael Smart as the local ‘non-expert’ panel member and Ms Wendy McMurdo and Ms Felicity Findlay as alternate local ‘non-expert’ members

2. Inform all persons that lodged an expression of interest of Council’s decision and thank them for their interest in the matter.

3. Express its thanks, on behalf of the community, to former Council appointed members (Ms Janelle McIntosh and Ms Felicity Findlay) for their contribution to the Joint Regional Planning Panel in the period since October 2009.

AN AMENDMENT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILLOR GALLAGHER, seconded pro forma by COUNCILLOR COX,

THAT Council:

1. Advise the Department of Planning and Infrastructure that it nominates local members and alternatives for the Sydney West Joint Regional Planning Panel as follows:

1.1 Mr David White as the local ‘expert’ panel member and Mr Adam Byrnes and Ms Sandra Nichols as the alternative local ‘expert’ panel members.

1.2 Ms Felicity Findlay as the local ‘non-expert’ panel member and Mr Michael Smart and Ms Wendy McMurdo as alternate local ‘non-expert’ members.

2. Inform all persons that lodged an expression of interest of Council’s decision and thank them for their interest in the matter.

THE AMENDMENT, MOVED BY COUNCILLOR GALLAGHER, seconded by COUNCILLOR COX WAS PUT AND LOST.

FOR: Councillor Gallagher

AGAINST: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

THE MOTION MOVED BY COUNCILLOR AZIZI, seconded by COUNCILLOR BROWNE WAS PUT AND CARRIED.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

Infrastructure and Recreation Division

10 IR1/13 Monitoring of Tree Loss in Urban Areas of Hornsby Shire 2010 - 2012

(F2012/00449)

Mr Michael Barrett, of Beecroft, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Mick Marr, of Berowra Heights, addressed Council regarding this item.

Ms Leonie Kemp, of Hornsby Heights, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Stuart Pittendrigh, on behalf of the Beecroft Cheltenham Civic Trust, addressed Council regarding this item.

Ms Joanne Caldwell, of Berowra Heights, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Mark Cachia, of Epping, addressed Council regarding this item.

Ms Sandra Nichols, on behalf of Transition Epping, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Ross Walker, on behalf of the Beecroft Cheltenham Civic Trust, addressed Council regarding this item.

MOVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR HUTCHENCE, seconded by COUNCILLOR COX,

THAT:

1. The contents of Deputy General Manager’s Report No. IR1/13 be received and noted.

2. Council authorise the Deputy General Manager, Infrastructure and Recreation to prepare an amendment to the former Tree Preservation Order that protected non-indigenous tree species that are worthy of protection because of their cultural and amenity values.

3. A report be submitted for Council’s consideration, prior to a public exhibition and no later than the 15 May 2013 General Meeting, which details the specific tree species considered worthy of protection because of their cultural heritage and amenity values.

4. Council write to the various State and Federal Members of Parliament seeking a review of current certification and accreditation programs for tree loppers to ensure the elimination of unscrupulous operators and to ensure that they possess sufficient training in the identification of tree species.

5. A further review of canopy loss be conducted 12 months after the adoption of a new policy.

AN AMENDMENT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILLOR GALLAGHER, seconded by COUNCILLOR BROWNE,

THAT:

1. The contents of Deputy General Manager’s Report No. IR1/13 be received and noted.

2. Council authorise the Deputy General Manager, Infrastructure and Recreation to prepare and exhibit for public comment an amendment to the former Tree Preservation Order that protected all trees, but with an expanded list of exempt species, comprised of trees that are environmental weeds and species known to be disease-prone or cause property damage in line with Option 2 contained within Attachment A of Deputy General Manager’s Report No. IR1/13.

5. A further review of canopy loss be conducted 12 months after the adoption of a new policy.

THE AMENDMENT, MOVED BY COUNCILLOR GALLAGHER, seconded by COUNCILLOR BROWNE WAS PUT AND LOST.

FOR: Councillors Browne and Gallagher

AGAINST: Councillors Azizi, Cox, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

THE MOTION MOVED BY COUNCILLOR HUTCHENCE, seconded by COUNCILLOR COX WAS PUT AND CARRIED.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Cox, Gallagher, HUTCHENCE, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Councillor BROWNE

11 IR4/13 Tender T31/2012: Construction of Vehicular Crossings and Footpaths

(F2012/00884)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT Council accept the tenders of Aston and Bourke Pty Ltd., Pave-Rite and Excavations, Mansour Paving (Aust) Pty Ltd and Kelbon Project Services Pty Ltd. for Tender No. T31/2012: Construction of Vehicular Crossings and Footpaths.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

CONFIDENTIAL ITEMS

Nil

PUBLIC FORUM – NON AGENDA ITEMS

Mr Neville Hine, on behalf of Arundel Way Neighbourhood Association, addressed Council regarding parking issues at Arundel Way, Cherrybrook.

Mr Dave Wilson, of Beecroft, addressed Council regarding Development Application No. DA/38/2013 which relates to a property on the corner of Wongala Crescent and Chapman Avenue, Beecroft.

Questions of Which Notice Has Been Given

Nil

Mayor's Notes

12 MN3/13 Mayor's Notes 1 to 28 February 2013

(F2004/07053)

Wednesday 6 February 2013 - The Mayor attended afternoon tea at Studio Artes.

Friday 8 February 2013 - The Mayor officially opened the newly renovated Hornsby Fire Station.

Saturday 9 February 2013 - The Mayor officially opened the new Hornsby Mountain Bike Trail at Old Mans Valley, Hornsby.

Saturday 9 February 2013 - Cr Tilbury, on the Mayor’s behalf, opened Movies Under the Stars at Warrina Street Oval, Berowra.

Saturday 16 February 2013 - Cr Berman, on the Mayor’s behalf, opened Movies Under the Stars at Asquith Oval, Asquith.

Sunday 17 February 2013 - Cr Berman, on the Mayor’s behalf, attended the official opening of the new facilities at Waitara Anglican Church.

Tuesday 19 February 2013 - The Mayor attended the Pennant Hills High School Presentation Evening.

Thursday 21 February 2013 - The Mayor attended a meeting with representatives from the Hawkesbury River Oyster Farmers and Minister Katrina Hodgkinson MP at Parliament House.

Friday 22 February 2013 - The Mayor attended the Cherrybrook Chinese Community Association’s Chinese New Year Dinner.

Saturday 23 February 2013 - Cr Hutchence, on the Mayor’s behalf, opened the Movies Under the Stars at Forest Park, Epping.

Sunday 24 February 2013 - The Mayor attended the official opening of the Hornsby Baha’i Centre of Learning in Dural Street, Hornsby.

Tuesday 26 February 2013 - The Mayor and Cr Gallagher hosted three Citizenship Ceremonies in the Council Chambers.

Tuesday 26 February 2013 - The Mayor attended the Pennant Hills Golf Club 90^th Year Celebrations.

Note: These are the functions that the Mayor, or his representative, has attended in addition to the normal Council Meetings, Workshops, Mayoral Interviews and other Council Committee Meetings.

CALLED OVER AND NOTED

Mayoral Minutes

15 MM2/13 Hornsby and Central Coast Regional Advisory Council of the Community Relations Commission for a Multicultural NSW

(F2008/00390)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Russell, seconded by COUNCILLOR Browne,

THAT Councillor Singh be appointed as Council’s representative to the Hornsby and Central Coast Regional Advisory Council.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

16 MM3/13 Leases of Council Properties - 1-3 and 5 Jersey Street, Hornsby; and 11 Coronation Street, Hornsby

(F2004/09431)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Russell, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT:

1. Council note:

a) the receipt of advice from Fusion Australia that it does not wish to progress with its proposal to lease 11 Coronation Street, Hornsby.

b) the receipt of an Expression of Interest from Pro Guitar and Sound for its proposed use of 11 Coronation Street, Hornsby.

2. Fusion be allowed to continue its occupation of Council properties at 1-3 and 5 Jersey Street, Hornsby, for a further five years under the terms and conditions of its current leases for those properties and points 1 to 6 of Mr Wade’s email dated 12 March 2013.

3. The General Manager be delegated authority to negotiate the detailed terms of a lease with Pro Guitar and Sound for its use of 11 Coronation Street, Hornsby, generally in accordance with the salient lease terms outlined in Mayoral Minute No. MM3/13 and Pro Guitar and Sound’s Expression of Interest.

4. Council investigate with Fusion and other not-for-profit community service organisations, opportunities for the most effective provision of community service functions.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

17 MM4/13 Berowra Aquatic Centre

(F2004/08495-02)

Mr John Farquhar, on behalf of the Berowra District Community Association, addressed Council regarding this item.

Mr Mick Marr, of Berowra Heights, addressed Council regarding this item.

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Russell, seconded by COUNCILLOR Tilbury,

THAT:

1. Council reaffirm its March 2010 position to:

a) not proceed with the construction of an aquatic centre at Berowra; and

b) consider future proposals for the use of funds originally set aside for the aquatic centre at Berowra following the realisation of the net proceeds of sale of its land at 120 and 122 Berowra Water Road, Berowra, whenever that may occur.

2. Following the sale of the land, identified in point 1b) above, priority be given to the funds originally set aside for the aquatic centre at Berowra to be allocated to community and/or recreation projects in A Ward.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

18 MM5/13 Condolence Motion - Mr Brian Carey

(F2004/05878)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Russell, seconded by COUNCILLOR Gallagher,

THAT:

1. Council express its sincere condolences to the family of Mr Brian Carey (former Hornsby Shire President) in respect of his recent passing.

2. A message of sympathy be forwarded to Mr Carey’s family on behalf of Council.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

Notices of Motion

Nil

Supplementary Agenda

13 CS11/13 Councillors' Strategic Planning Weekend - 8-10 March 2013

(F2012/00928)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT:

1. Council endorse the proposed actions in respect of the key discussion points shown in the table in Deputy General Manager’s Report No. CS11/13.

2. The development of Council’s draft Delivery Program for 2013-2017 include appropriate reference to the actions referred to in 1. above.

3. Councillors be provided with regular updates on progress against each of the key discussion points referred to in 1. above.

4. Councillors initiate and host ‘listening post’ meetings to provide residents with the opportunity to raise issues and provide feedback to Councillors.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

14 IR2/13 Tender T29/2012: Provision of Project Management Services

(F2012/00881)

RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Browne, seconded by COUNCILLOR Hutchence,

THAT:

1. Council accept the tenders submitted by Clendinning P/L and Ray Huzij and contracts be entered into.

2. The tender submitted by Barker Ryan Stewart be accepted by Council but no contract be entered into until the need for additional project management services arises.

FOR: Councillors Azizi, Browne, Cox, Gallagher, Hutchence, Russell, Singh and Tilbury

AGAINST: Nil

MATTERS OF URGENCY

Nil

QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

Nil

THE MEETING terminated at 10.07pm.

These Minutes were confirmed at the meeting held on Wednesday, 17 April 2013, at which meeting the signature hereunder was subscribed.

CONFIRMED CHAIRMAN

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