MINUTES OF General Meeting
Held at Council Chambers, HORNSBY
on Wednesday 11
July 2018
at 6:30PM
PRESENT
Councillors Ruddock (Chairman),
del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Tilbury and Waddell.
NATIONAL
ANTHEM
OPENING
PRAYER
Paster David
Nathan of The Hive 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."
VIDEO
AND 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 of the non-confidential parts of the
meeting will be made available on Council’s website once the Minutes have
been finalised. The livestreaming of Council
meetings is also being tested by our contractor this evening. Although a
livestream will not be publicly available tonight on Council’s website, a
copy of the video record of the non-confidential parts of the meeting will be
made available on the website once tested. All speakers are requested to ensure their comments are relevant to the
issue at hand and to refrain from making personal comments or criticisms.
No other persons are permitted to record the meeting, unless
specifically authorised by Council to do so.”
APOLOGIES
/ leave of absence
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RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Tilbury, seconded by COUNCILLOR McIntosh,
THAT the apology and request for leave of absence from
Councillors Browne and Hutchence in respect of an inability to attend the General
Meeting on 11 July 2018 be accepted and a leave of absence be granted.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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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.”
declarations of interest
COUNCILLOR Tilbury declared a Less Than Significant Non-Pecuniary
Interest in relation to Item 6 –NOM17/18 Companion Animals – Cats.
Refer to that Item for details.
confirmation of minutes
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RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR
MCINTOSH, seconded by COUNCILLOR TILBURY,
THAT the Minutes of the General Meeting held on Wednesday
13 June 2018 be confirmed, a copy having been distributed to all Councillors.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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petitionS
Nil
presentation
The Mayor presented
the Group Manager, Environment and Human Services with the 2018 MobileMuster Recycling Award. The award
recognises Council as being the top local government collector of mobile phones
and accessories in NSW.
Rescission Motions
Nil
Mayoral Minutes
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8 MM12/18 Council
Tree Planting Program
(F2013/00275)
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Mr Ross Walker,
on behalf of the Beecroft Cheltenham Civic Trust addressed Council regarding
this item.
Mrs Alexi Boyd, of Mount Colah addressed Council regarding
this item.
Mr John Inshaw, of Galston addressed Council
regarding this item.
Ms Jan Primrose, of Berowra addressed Council regarding this item.
Mr Jeremy Laws, of Berrilee addressed Council
regarding this item.
RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF
COUNCILLOR RUDDOCK, seconded by COUNCILLOR MCINTOSH,
THAT Council:
1. Adopt
a goal to plant 25,000 trees by September 2020.
2. Authorise
the General Manager to identify opportunities to fund an increased tree
planting program across the Shire as part of the preparation of the Long Term
Financial Plan with any subsequent budget changes to be reported to Council
at a quarterly review.
3. Commence
increased tree plantings through existing budget allocations and staff
resources whilst the Long Term Financial Plan is being developed.
4. Publish and promote the program of
"25,000 Trees by 2020" actively across all media including direct
correspondence to community organisations, environmental and resident groups.
5. Publish a
detailed list of proposed planting sites in advance of any plantings in order
to inform our community of the schedule and to seek their support in watering
and maintaining new trees.
6. Publish
reports each quarter until the Program’s end to advise of progress
towards the target.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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9 MM13/18 Recent
Passing of Mavis Andrews - Long Term Community Volunteer - Lisgar Gardens and
Fagan Park
(F2004/05879-05)
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RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR
RUDDOCK, seconded by COUNCILLOR TILBURY,
THAT Council
formally extend its sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mavis
Andrews and with gratitude acknowledge the exceptional service she provided
to Lisgar Gardens and Fagan Park.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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10 MM14/18 Review
of 10/50 Vegetation Clearing Scheme
(F2004/06589)
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Ms Jan Primrose,
of Berowra addressed Council regarding this item.
RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF
COUNCILLOR RUDDOCK, seconded by COUNCILLOR MCINTOSH,
THAT Council:
1. Write to the
Minister for Emergency Services, the Minister for the Environment and local
Members of Parliament calling on the NSW Government to undertake a formal
review of the 10/50 Vegetation Clearing Scheme, including;
a) An assessment
of the effectiveness of the entitlement areas in reducing bushfire hazard to
people and property.
b) An assessment
of the impacts of the introduction of the 10/50 Vegetation Clearing Code on
tree canopy cover in entitlement areas.
c) An appraisal of
reducing the entitlement area noting the implications of reduced canopy cover.
d) Any
unintended/unforeseen consequences on vegetation resulting from the
introduction of the Scheme.
2. Prepare
a motion for consideration at the 2018 Local Government NSW Conference
calling for a formal statewide review of the 10/50 Vegetation Clearing Scheme.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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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 1, 6 and 7 were withdrawn
for discussion.
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RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR Tilbury, seconded by COUNCILLOR McIntosh,
THAT the recommendations in
respect of items 2, 3 and 4 be adopted.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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For the sake of clarity, the above
items are recorded in Agenda sequence.
Note: Item 5 was called over and
noted.
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 – Non Agenda Items”.
GENERAL BUSINESS
Office of the General Manager
Nil
Corporate Support Division
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1 CS29/18 Deferred
Report - Local Government Remuneration Tribunal - 2018 Report and
Determination - Mayor and Councillor Fees - 2018/19 Financial Year
(F2004/09552-02)
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RESOLVED ON THE
MOTION OF COUNCILLOR HEYDE, seconded by COUNCILLOR NICITA,
THAT:
1. As
a consequence of the 2018 Report and Determination of the Local Government
Remuneration Tribunal, Council note that it remains in the Metropolitan
Medium Category of NSW councils for the period 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019.
2. In
accordance with Section 248 of the Local Government Act, and having
considered the 2018 Report and Determination of the Local Government
Remuneration Tribunal, an annual fee of $25,160 be paid to each Councillor
for the period 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019.
3. In
accordance with Section 249 of the Local Government Act, and having
considered the 2018 Report and Determination of the Local Government
Remuneration Tribunal, an additional annual fee of $66,860 be paid to the
Mayor for the period 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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2 CS28/18 Investments
and Borrowings for 2017/18 - Status for Period Ending 31 May 2018
(F2004/06987-02)
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RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR TILBURY, seconded
by COUNCILLOR MCINTOSH,
THAT the contents of
Deputy General Manager’s Report No. CS28/18 be received and noted.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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Environment and Human Services Division
Nil
Planning Division
Nil
Infrastructure and Recreation Division
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3 IR7/18 Public
Domain Strategies
(F2004/09134)
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RESOLVED ON THE
MOTION OF COUNCILLOR TILBURY, seconded by COUNCILLOR MCINTOSH,
THAT:
1. Council
support the development of Public Domain Plans in the order of priority
identified in Deputy General Manager’s Report No. IR7/18.
2. Council
allocate $300,000 to commence the preparation of Public Domain Plans and
associated documentation for the priority areas nominated in Deputy General
Manager’s Report No. IR17/18.
3. Community
and stakeholder engagement strategies be developed to support each Public
Domain Plan.
4. Draft
Public Domain Plans be reported to Council prior to exhibition.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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4 IR8/18 Draft
Hornsby Sportsground Strategy
(F2016/00360)
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RESOLVED ON THE
MOTION OF COUNCILLOR TILBURY, seconded by COUNCILLOR MCINTOSH,
THAT Council endorse
the exhibition of the Draft Hornsby Sportsground Strategy attached to Deputy
General Manager’s Report No. IR8/18 with the feedback received to be
reported back to Council for consideration.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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PUBLIC FORUM – NON AGENDA ITEMS
Mr Babubhai Patel, of Waitara
addressed Council regarding industrial development and the use of plastics within
the Hornsby Shire.
Questions of Which Notice Has Been Given
Nil
Mayor's Notes
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5 MN8/18 Mayor's
Notes from 1 to 30 June 2018
(F2004/07053)
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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.
Friday 1 June 2018 – On behalf of the
Mayor, Councillor Browne attended The Opening Night of Re-Magine 2018 held at
Wallarobba Arts and Cultural Centre.
Saturday 2 June 2018 – On behalf of
the Mayor, Councillor Waddell attended The Galston Swimming Club Annual
Presentation Night held in Galston.
Wednesday 6 June 2018 – On behalf of
the Mayor, Councillor del Gallego hosted two Citizenship Ceremonies in the
Council Chambers.
Sunday 17 June 2018 – The Mayor
attended the Sydney North Region Scouts Annual Report Presentation in Lane
Cove.
Tuesday 19 June 2018 – The Mayor
attended the 60th Anniversary Celebrations of KU Cheltenham
Memorial Pre-School in Cheltenham.
CALLED OVER AND NOTED
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Notices of Motion
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6 NOM17/18 Companion
Animals - Cats
(F2004/06275-02)
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Note: COUNCILLOR TILBURY 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 TILBURY on the Declaration of Interest form
as “My family has a pet cat (which is a house cat, desexed,
microchipped and correctly registered)”, and the explanation of why the
interest does not require further action in the circumstances was “This
notice of motion is only requesting information be prepared for a Councillor
briefing. The request is not compromised by the nature of my conflict ”.
Mrs Jennifer Sistrom, on behalf of Sydney Metropolitan
Wildlife Services addressed Council regarding this item.
Mrs Gillian Marcham, on behalf of Sydney Metropolitan
Wildlife Services addressed Council regarding this item.
Dr Helen Swarbrick, of Alexandria addressed Council
regarding this item.
Ms Jan Primrose, of Berowra addressed Council regarding this item.
Mr Steven Coleman, on behalf of RSPCA NSW addressed
Council regarding this item.
Mr John Inshaw, of Galston addressed Council regarding
this item.
Ms Cheryl Venables, of Hornsby, addressed Council
regarding this item.
Mrs Alexi Boyd, of Mount Colah addressed Council regarding
this item.
Mr Jeremy Laws, of Berrilee addressed Council regarding
this item.
RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF
COUNCILLOR TILBURY, seconded by COUNCILLOR HEYDE,
THAT:
1. The
report to be prepared six months after the commencement of Council’s
participation in the Cat Tracker Australia Program and Feral Cat Trapping
Program also include consideration of the implications, feasibility, cost and
resource implications of:
a) Subsidising the
de-sexing and micro-chipping of cats;
b) Educating people
living within close proximity to wildlife protection areas on the importance
of responsible cat ownership.
c) Streamlining the
animal registration system to make it easier to register pets; and
d) Implementing an
education strategy detailing the benefits of cat microchipping, registration,
de-sexing and containment.
2. Evaluation
of how the processes outlined in Point 1 could be implemented in Hornsby
Shire including:
a) Examination
of best practice in local government; and
b) Consultation
with the community and key stakeholders.
3. Council
write to the Minister of Environment to seek confirmation of the opportunity
and process for requesting legislative changes to the Companion Animals Act
1998 as it applies to Hornsby Shire to require:
a) The owner of a cat to take reasonable precautions to
prevent the cat from escaping from the property on which it is kept; and
b) Compulsory
de-sexing of cats unless a person is a registered breeder.
4. Council
write to local State Members of Parliament seeking their support and assistance
in progressing the requested legislative changes.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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7 NOM18/18 Dementia
Friendly Community – Hornsby Shire
(F2015/00418#04)
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RESOLVED ON THE MOTION OF COUNCILLOR
MCINTOSH, seconded by COUNCILLOR NICITA,
THAT
Council:
1. Agree
to become a “Dementia Friendly Community” noting that Hornsby
would be the first Dementia Friendly Community in the Sydney Metropolitan
area and the work to achieve this would be undertaken in partnership with the
local Northern Sydney Dementia Collaborative.
2. Thank
the Northern Sydney Dementia Collaborative for the work they have undertaken
to date to progress this important issue and the financial support they have
managed to secure from Aged Care Trust Funds.
3. Be
kept informed informally during the progress of this project, outlining ways
in which Council may participate in community activities.
FOR: Councillors
Del Gallego, Heyde, Marr, McIntosh, Nicita, Ruddock, Tilbury and Waddell
AGAINST: Nil
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Supplementary Reports
Nil
MATTERS OF URGENCY
Nil
QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE
Nil
THE MEETING terminated at
8:16 pm
These Minutes were confirmed at the meeting held on Wednesday
8 August 2018, at which meeting the signature hereunder was subscribed.
CONFIRMED CHAIRMAN
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