Meeting minutes

ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES                                                     17 OCTOBER 2024


            Refer to Attachment 1

            Council Resolution
            Moved:           Cr Frank Wilkie
            Seconded:        Cr Brian Stockwell

            That the petition with 23 signatories submitted by Trevor Sumner, requesting that
            Council install street calming devices in Allambi Terrace between Toulambi Street
            and Winbirra Way, Noosa Heads, be received and referred to the Chief Executive
            Officer to determine appropriate action.
            Carried unanimously.



5.          NOTIFIED MOTIONS


     5.1.      FORMALISING ADVOCACY TO STATE FOR A REVIEW OF QUEENSLAND
               POLICE POWERS AND LEGISLATION CONCERNING E-BIKES AND E-
               SCOOTERS


               Motion
               Moved:            Cr Jessica Phillips
               Seconded:         Cr Frank Wilkie

               That Council:
               A. Formally support advocating to the Queensland State Government and
                  Opposition for a comprehensive review of police powers and other relevant
                  legislation concerning the use of e-bikes and e-scooters;
               B. Acknowledge the increased use of e-bikes and e-scooters within the shire and
                  the growing concerns from residents regarding the safety risks these devices
                  pose on our roads, especially when used irresponsibly; and
               C. Recognise that while Council actively encourages active transport and
                  alternative modes of transportation to promote sustainability and reduce traffic
                  congestion, ensuring the safety of all road users remains a top priority.




               Amendment
               Moved:            Cr Brian Stockwell
               Seconded:         Cr Karen Finzel

               Add Item D to read:
               D. Request the CEO consider including E-Bike rider education as part of the Go
               Noosa Program and refer any funding requirements to budget deliberations.
               For:            Crs Stockwell, Finzel, Wegener, Wilson, Wilkie and Phillips
               Against:        Crs Lorentson
               Carried.