Agenda and minutes

There were no Mayoral Announcements for this meeting.

In accordance with Chapter 7, Rule 4, of the Governance Rules developed by Council in accordance with section 60 of the Local Government Act 2020.

In accordance with Chapter 7, Rule 4, of the Governance Rules developed by Council in accordance with section 60 of the Local Government Act 2020.

There were no disclosures of conflicts of interest made for this meeting.

In accordance with Chapter 3, Rules 57 and 59, of the Governance Rules developed by Council in accordance with section 60 of the Local Government Act 2020.

In accordance with Chapter 3, Rules 57 and 59, of the Governance Rules developed by Council in accordance with section 60 of the Local Government Act 2020.

QUESTION 1

Samantha Wahrenberger of Mooroolbark, asked: 

Can you please update the community on the status of the Kilsyth Centenary Pool. Since its closure at 3.00pm on March 1st there has been no communication on your websites in regards to whether this will be repaired and reopened.

I understand that there is an aquatics strategy being completed for the next 10 years but the community desperately need this pool back.

Can you please tell me the status of the pool as it stands today and if there are any measures in place to look at repairs?

Hjalmar Philipp, Director Built Environment and Infrastructure:

Thank you for your question Samantha

The Kilsyth Centenary Pool was closed 1 March 2023 as a result of an asset condition report that indicated the dome structure was at risk of failure and will remain closed until the completion of the Aquatics Strategy.  A further update occurred on 24 March 2023  through our social media channels.

The dome and the aging plant equipment means repair costs are significant. The development of the strategy will allow Council to consider the future investment in aquatics infrastructure. The draft strategy is planned to be released for public consultation later this year, for Council to consider toward the end of the year.

QUESTION 2

Brent Grogan of Warburton, asked: 

Could the council please advise the cost of the tree removal in the car park in Warburton…… Seeking complete cost that should include the removal, security and any other cost.

Hjalmar Philipp, Director Built Environment and Infrastructure:

Thank you for your question Brent.

The total costs, including costs arising from Council being obstructed in undertaking the safety work is in the order of $400,000.  This includes independent arboricultural advice, legal advice, contractor costs, traffic management, fencing and security. 

QUESTION 3

Belinda Bernardini of Chirnside Park, asked

This council is facilitating and promoting events relating to the The Voice. How is it that council can promote The Voice when the specifics are unknown.. Where is the community Engagement policy regarding The Voice?

Can council please advise where in the LGA it states that Councils role is to promote referendum changes at Local level?

Will council be facilitating events that provide for both sides of the argument to ensure residents are not being unduly influenced by council biases?

Jane Price, Director Communities:

Belinda, thank you for your questions.

Community engagement is a legislative requirement under the Local Government Act 2020 and Council’s Community Engagement Policy includes a wide range of activities such as informing and engaging the community about Council’s initiatives.

Referendums are not specifically considered under Council’s Engagement Policy.

The Local Government Act 2020 makes no specific reference to national referendums and no future events have been planned at this stage.

QUESTION 4

Anonymous asked:

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There were no Petitions received for this meeting.

SUMMARY

A draft 2023-24 to 2026-27 Budget including the 2023-24 to 2032-33 Capital Expenditure Program has been prepared following the outcomes of extensive internal consultation as well as a period of community engagement earlier in the year.

These documents articulate Council’s financial and resource strategies to fund its activities for the relevant period.  They have been prepared in draft form to provide an opportunity for community exhibition prior to Council considering the adoption of the Budget at the Council meeting to be held on 11 July 2023.

In accordance with Chapter 3, Division 4, of the Governance Rules developed by Council in accordance with section 60 of the Local Government Act 2020.

In accordance with Chapter 3, Division 4, of the Governance Rules developed by Council in accordance with section 60 of the Local Government Act 2020.

There were no Councillor motions listed on the agenda for this meeting.

There were no Items Through the Chair received for this meeting.

Cr Skelton

-           Attended the Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee Meeting held on Thursday 1 June 2023 at the Yarra Ranges Council Civic Centre.

-           Congratulated the members of the Indigenous Advisory Committee involved in the Reconciliation Event held on Thursday 1 June 2023.

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There were no Documents for Signing and Sealing received for this meeting.</AI24><AI25>

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There was no Urgent Business received for this meeting.

In accordance with section 66(2)(a) of the Local Government Act 2020.

In accordance with section 66(2)(a) of the Local Government Act 2020.

There were no Confidential Items listed on the agenda for this meeting.