Meeting minutes

ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES                                                    17 OCTOBER 2024


            Council Resolution
            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.
            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.

            Carried unanimously.




   5.2.     ADDRESSING AGING INFRASTRUCTURE IN HASTINGS STEET PRECINCT
            FOR ENHANCED SAFETY

            Motion
            Moved:            Cr Jessica Phillips
            Seconded:         Cr Frank Wilkie

            That Council:
               A. Request the CEO provide a report to a future Council Meeting regarding
                   the replacement or supplementation of aging CCTV camera infrastructure
                   in the Hastings Street precinct including:
                    1. A review of the condition of existing infrastructure including identifying
                        areas requiring upgrades or repairs to meet modern safety and
                        operational standards. This review should also include a Crime
                        Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) report to ensure
                        that planning and design of the upgrades incorporate best-practice
                        safety measures, such as improved lighting, signage, and public
                        amenities that directly affect security.
                    2. A timeline and estimated budget for the identified works.

                B. Acknowledge the concerns raised by the community about public safety
                   and security in Hastings Street precinct, particularly regarding aging
                   infrastructure and limited visibility during peak periods; and
                C. Recognise that while this initiative aligns with the overall shire strategy, it
                   specifically focuses on the immediate needs of the Hastings Street
                   precinct and what can be done to support these concerns without delay.


            Amendment No.1
            Moved:            Cr Brian Stockwell
            Seconded:         Cr Tom Wegener