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MINUTES
General Committee
Meeting
Monday, 14 August 2023
12:30 PM
Council Chambers, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin
Committee: Crs Frank Wilkie (Chair) Karen Finzel, Joe Jurisevic, Amelia
Lorentson, Clare Stewart, Brian Stockwell, Tom Wegener
“Noosa Shire – different by nature”
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GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES 14 AUGUST 2023
1. ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Councillor Frank Wilkie (Chair)
Councillor Karen Finzel
Councillor Joe Jurisevic
Councillor Amelia Lorentson
Councillor Clare Stewart
Councillor Brian Stockwell
Councillor Tom Wegener
EXECUTIVE
Acting Chief Executive Officer, Larry Sengstock
Director Strategy and Environment, Kim Rawlings
Director Development & Regulation, Richard MacGillivray
Acting Director Infrastructure Services, Shaun Walsh
Director Corporate Services, Trent Grauf
APOLOGIES
Nil.
2. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Clare Stewart
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
The Minutes of the General Committee Meeting held on 17 July 2023 be received
and confirmed.
Carried unanimously.
3. PRESENTATIONS
Nil.
4. DEPUTATIONS
Nil.
5. ITEMS REFERRED FROM COMMITTEES
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5.1. EASTERN BEACHES FORESHORE RESERVES MANAGEMENT PLAN -
COMMUNITY CONSULTATION OVERVIEW AND PROPOSED CHANGES
(REFERRED FROM PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE DATED 8
AUGUST 2023 - ITEM 5.1)
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Wilkie
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Wilkie, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this
matter as in early 2020, I received an electoral donation of $750 from Peregian
resident Susan Francis. Susan Francis is the partner of Peregian resident Barry
Cotterell. Mr Cotterell is the president of the Peregian Beach Community
Association (PBCA). The PBCA has provided feedback on the Eastern Beaches
Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. The Office of the Independent Assessor
and legal advice has indicated the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves
Management Plan is not Ordinary Council business because it relates to a specific
geographical area and that links to groups who have made submission to it ought
to be declared. Although I nor the PBCA, which is a volunteer community group,
stand to gain personally or materially through noting this report, I make this
declaration out of "an abundance of caution" and commitment to transparency. I
believe I can make an impartial decision in the public interest in this matter and l
therefore choose to remain in the meeting room. However, I will respect the
decision of the meeting on whether I can remain and participate in the decision.
The CEO assumed the Chair to deal with the Conflict of Interest declaration by Cr
Wilkie.
Committee Resolution
Moved: Cr Joe Jurisevic
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Wilkie and determine that
Cr Wilkie participates and votes on this matter because Council believes that
neither Cr Wilkie nor the PBCA stand to gain personally or materially from this
decision and that a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in
the public interest.
For: Crs Wegener and Jurisevic
Against: Cr Stewart
Carried.
Crs Wilkie, Stockwell, Finzel and Lorentson did not vote on the above motion.
Cr Wilkie resumed the chair.
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Lorentson
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Lorentson, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in
this matter because my brother Gabriel Cerasani, who until recently, was on the
Executive of the Eastern Beaches Protection Association has made submissions
to the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Management Plan and owns a property at
Beaches Estate, Sunrise Beach. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest
on the basis of exercising an abundance of caution I choose to leave the meeting
room.
Cr Lorentson left the meeting.
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In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stockwell
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this
matter as in early 2020, I received an electoral donation of $500 from Susan
Francis. Susan Francis is the partner of Barry Cotterell. Barry Cotterell is the
President of the Peregian Beach Community Association (PBCA). The PBCA has
made submissions requesting council address illegal encroachments. Neither I nor
the PBCA stand to gain personally or materially through the introduction of this
shire-wide policy however I make this declaration out of an "abundance of caution”
given the possible scope and interpretation of Conflict of Interest rulings. Although
I have a declarable conflict of interest, I believe I can make an impartial decision in
the public interest in this matter and l therefore choose to remain in the meeting
room. However, I will respect the decision of the meeting on whether I can remain
and participate in the decision.
Committee Resolution
Moved: Cr Jurisevic
Seconded: Cr Stewart
That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Stockwell and determine
that it is in the public interest that Cr Stockwell participates and votes on this matter
because Council believes a reasonable person would not consider this a conflict of
interest and trust that the final decision is made in the public interest.
Carried unanimously.
Cr Stockwell, Wilkie and Finzel did not vote on the above motion.
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stockwell
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this
matter due to my long standing connection with Noosa District Landcare as one of
the inaugural members of the unincorporated group dating back to the 1980s and
a current ordinary member. Noosa District Landcare is identified as being consulted
in the report. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a
reasonable person could have a perception of bias considering the community
nature of this relationship. I believe I can make an impartial decision in the public
interest in this matter and l therefore choose to remain in the meeting room.
However, I will respect the decision of the meeting on whether I can remain and
participate in the decision.
Committee Resolution
Moved: Cr Jurisevic
Seconded: Cr Stewart
That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Stockwell and determine
that Cr Stockwell participates and votes on this matter because Council believes
that a reasonable person would not consider this a conflict of interest and trust that
the final decision is made in the public interest.
Carried unanimously.
Cr Stockwell, Finzel and Wilkie did not vote on the above motion.
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Finzel
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Finzel, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this
matter as during my 2020 Future Noosa Election Campaign I received an electoral
donation of $1666.66 from Mr Peter Butt who sits on the Executive Committee of
Eastern Beaches Protection Association (EBPA). The EBPA has provided
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feedback on the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. The
Office of the Independent Assessor and legal advice has indicated the Eastern
Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan is not Ordinary Council business
because it relates to a specific geographical area and given links to groups who
have made submission to it ought to be declared. I will now leave the meeting room
while the matter is discussed and voted on.
Cr Finzel left the meeting.
Motion
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Joe Jurisevic
That Council note the report by the Environment Officer – Coastal Management to
the Planning & Environment Committee meeting dated 8 August 2023 regarding
the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan and community
consultation and:
A. Note the community input received during the public consultation period for the
draft Eastern Beaches Foreshore Management Plan and Council's proposed
response;
B. Approve the revised Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan
for implementation - provided at Attachment 1; and
C. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to make minor changes or amendments
to the document prior to publishing on Council's website.
Amendment No. 1
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie
That Item C be amended to read:
C. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to make minor changes or amendments
to the document prior to publishing on Council's website, including reinstating the
words "taking a zero tolerance" in Action Item 16.1 so that it reads: "taking a zero
tolerance and timely enforcement approach to any new encroachments."
Carried unanimously.
Amendment No. 2
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie
That Item D be added to read:
D. That Council demonstrate its commitment to dune protection by erecting a large
sign in the cleared area in front of 70 Lorikeet Drive Peregian Beach and further
erect wind erosion protection fencing for the full frontage.
For: Crs Stockwell, Wilkie, Wegener and Jurisevic
Against: Cr Stewart
Carried.
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Joe Jurisevic
That Council note the report by the Environment Officer – Coastal Management to
the Planning & Environment Committee meeting dated 8 August 2023 regarding
the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan and community
consultation and:
A. Note the community input received during the public consultation period for the
draft Eastern Beaches Foreshore Management Plan and Council's proposed
response;
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B. Approve the revised Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan
for implementation - provided at Attachment 1; and
C. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to make minor changes or amendments
to the document prior to publishing on Council's website, including reinstating the
words "taking a zero tolerance" in Action Item 16.1 so that it reads: "taking a zero
tolerance and timely enforcement approach to any new encroachments."
D. That Council demonstrate its commitment to dune protection by erecting a large
sign in the cleared area in front of 70 Lorikeet Drive Peregian Beach and further
erect wind erosion protection fencing for the full frontage.
Carried unanimously.
5.2. MCU22/0039 – APPLICATION FOR MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE -
RELOCATABLE HOME PARK (COMMUNITY AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING -
32 DWELLINGS) AT 55 AND 70 CARPENTERS RD, COOROY
(REFERRED FROM PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE DATED 8
AUGUST 2023 - ITEM 5.2)
Motion
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Clare Stewart
That Council note the report by the Acting Coordinator Planning to the Planning &
Environment Committee Meeting dated 8 August 2023 regarding Application No.
MCU22/0039 for a Development Permit for Material Change of Use – Relocatable
Home Park (Community & Affordable Housing), situated at 55 & 70 Carpenters Rd
Cooroy and
A. Recognise that the development application raises non-compliances with the
Noosa Plan 2020, particularly in relation to the Rural Residential Zone Code;
B. Find that there are sufficient ‘other relevant matters’ pursuant to s45(5)(b) of the
Planning Act 2016 to warrant approval the development application in the face of
any non-compliance, which include:
1. There is a community and town planning need for the development on the
basis that:
a. there is a recognised ‘housing affordability crisis’ occurring within
the Shire as confirmed by documents produced by Noosa Council
including the Draft Noosa Housing Strategy 2022 and Housing
Needs Assessment 2021;
b. the development would provide community and affordable housing
opportunities for disadvantaged and low-income earning groups
within the community including essential and key workers, families,
individuals suffering from domestic violence, and single women over
50;
c. the proposed development has strong support from local not-for-
profit community housing providers Coast2Bay and St Vincent de
Paul who are in need of adding to their housing supply in the Shire;
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d. Three of the dwellings will be gifted to St Vincent De Paul upon
completion to add to their housing supply and the remaining units
would be sold strictly and only to not-for-profit community housing
providers such as St Vincent De Paul Society and Coast2Bay which
will ensure that a bona-fide affordable and community housing
product is delivered.
2. The development is consistent with Council’s Housing Needs Assessment 2021
and the Draft Noosa Housing Strategy 2022 in that:
a. it would add to the limited stock of community housing available within the
Shire which is currently far below other areas in SEQ;
b. it would increase supply of housing for key worker affordable housing
solutions;
c. it will provide affordable housing opportunities that would meet the needs of
all generations and be inclusive to low income earning groups within the
community;
3. The development will provide high quality sustainable manufactured dwellings
that are responsive to Noosa’s subtropical climate. The dwellings are manufactured
from sustainably sourced Australian Cypress timber which is an abundant natural
and renewable resource and of which there is no supply chain issues in obtaining.
Each dwelling will have no step access with 870mm wide sliding entry doors and
870mm wide internal sliding doors with no trip floor level so that they are suitable
to all demographics. The dwellings can readily be modification for increased levels
of disability, such as low kitchen benchtops, low cooking and washing facilities,
cabinetry and storage cupboard doors with adjustable shelving. Bathrooms can
also be modified for disability access and use.
4. The site offers locational benefits for the proposed development in that:
a. it is located within the Urban Footprint under the SEQ Regional Plan and
consistent with the intent of the Urban Footprint designation;
b. it borders the Urban Boundary under the Noosa Plan 2020 to the north and
east;
c. the site is located in reasonable proximity to the township and essential
services being:
i. 845m from land within the District Centre Zone;
ii. 900m from Cooroy IGA;
iii. 650m from the Cooroy Primary School;
iv. 480m from the Cooroy sports grounds; and
v. 925m from the Cooroy Library;
d. It will be appropriately serviced by transport infrastructure including:
i. connected to a continuous pedestrian pathway network to town;
ii. connected by a pedestrian pathway and bridge to the Cooroy Industrial
Park, which is a major employment node;
iii. serviced by a 2-way sealed road;
iv. being located:
in reasonable proximity to a future bus stop located at Mary River Rd
approximately 50m east of the Mary River Road / Sportsground Parade /
Jarrah Street intersection; and
1.12km from the Cooroy train station, which provides public transport
opportunities to Nambour and Brisbane;
5. The development would appropriately maintain the amenity of the area and
protect a large area of native vegetation on the eastern portion of the site and
appropriate landscaped setbacks to the boundaries;
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6. The modular dwellings are a Zero Net Energy (ZNE) product manufactured by
Eco Cottages in their ZNE factory at Jarrah Street, Cooroy. Consequently, the
development will complement Noosa Council’s Zero Emissions Organisational
Strategy and the planning scheme’s intent that the Noosa community is carbon
neutral as a result of adopting low emissions production and land use practices;
7. The development will be powered by a solar powered microgrid which will ensure
that all of the energy needs from the development will be obtained from renewable
sources. In this regard, all dwellings will have solar panels installed and the energy
produced will be stored within a large battery station on the site. Consequently, the
development will complement Noosa Council’s Zero Emissions Organisational
Strategy and the planning scheme’s intent that the Noosa community is carbon
neutral as a result of adopting low emissions production and land use practices.
8. The dwellings are �ordable by design’, as they are small, lightweight, timber
cottages. They would also result in minimal energy costs for the future residents,
being connected to a solar microgrids which will supply the developments energy
needs. For these reasons, they will remain an affordable housing product in
perpetuity;
9. The development will provide several school-based apprenticeships and
traineeships for students from NDSHS that cover apprenticeships and training in:
design, Revit, sketch up, detailing, carpentry, cabinet making, joinery, plumbing,
painting, waste-management, recycling and furniture manufacturing from cypress
off cuts. Eco Cottages has had a collaborative relationship with NDSHS since
2007;
10. The development will support local manufacturing and jobs within the region,
including for:
a. Eco Cottages, which is a successful local business that are leading new
and sustainable building technologies in the development of small modular
homes and employ 30 staff; and
b. Enopte Solutions, which is a green energy company based out Coolum
Beach that have developed a Battery Energy Storage System used in the
installation of homes and commercial developments.
11. There is significant public support for the application with 332 properly made
submissions being received overwhelmingly in support of the development
application.
C . Request the CEO to prepare a further report to a future meeting which includes
an Infrastructure Agreement, deed of agreement, covenant, conditions and
grounds for approval.
For: Crs Lorentson and Stewart
Against: Crs Wilkie, Stockwell, Wegener, Jurisevic and Finzel
Lost.
The meeting adjourned at 2.48pm.
The meeting resumed at 2.59pm.
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Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Joe Jurisevic
That Council note the report by the Acting Coordinator Planning to the Planning &
Environment Committee Meeting dated 8 August 2023 regarding Application No.
MCU22/0039 for a Development Permit for Material Change of Use – Relocatable
Home Park (Community & Affordable Housing), situated at 55 & 70 Carpenters Rd
Cooroy and:
A. Refuse the application for the following reasons:
1. The proposed development is contrary to Section 3.2.2 of the Strategic Intent
and Sections 3.3.1(b), (f) and 3.3.3 (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (f) and (k) of the Strategic
Outcomes of the Noosa Plan 2020 as:
a. The proposed development is located outside the Urban Boundary,
intrudes into a rural residential area, and does not integrate well with the
existing settlement pattern and the broader urban areas of the Cooroy
community.
b. The land is not suited or designated for the proposed housing form.
c. The land is located in the vicinity of industrial land uses and industrial zoned
land that has the potential to impact the amenity of residents.
d. The proposed development is likely to inhibit the development and future
use of 70 Carpenters Road and land zoned Low Impact Industry in Jarrah
Street due to potential reverse amenity impacts.
e. The proposed development will need to provide its own infrastructure and
is located outside the Priority Infrastructure Area.
2. The proposed development is contrary to Overall Outcomes 2(b), (j), (l), (p),
and PO14 of the Local Plan Code for Cooroy which details that development is to
be limited to land within the urban boundary. The site is located outside the urban
boundary and does not respond or integrate well with Cooroy’s country town feel,
with attached housing planned close to the town centre and low to medium density
semi-attached housing dispersed through existing residential neighbourhoods.
3. The proposal is contrary to the Rural Residential Zone Code as the
development will not result in a high level of amenity for residents and it does not
achieve the zoning intent for houses on larger lots.
4. The proposal is contrary to the Overall Outcomes 2(c), (d), (f), (g) and (h) and
PO1, AO1.1, AO1.2, AO1.3, AO1.4, PO4, AO4, PO6, PO7 and PO9 of the Special
Residential Zone Code as:
a. The proposal does not have reasonable access to a variety of essential
services and facilities, including retail, commercial, social and medical
facilities and public transport.
b. The proposal is not located so as to avoid conflicts with surrounding land
uses.
c. The proposal is of a high density that is not compatible with the zoning
intent and the preferred character of the area.
The proposal is of a design, layout and intensity that will not integrate with
the broader neighbourhood and allow residents to interact with the wider
community.
d. The proposed development is not appropriately sited and designed in a
manner that is compatible with the developed character of the area.
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5. The proposal does not meet PO6 of the Driveways and Parking Code as the
proposal provides no car parking for likely visitors to the development.
6. The proposal has not demonstrated that safe and satisfactory roadway
configuration is achievable to the site from the Carpenters Road and Mary Street/
Jarrah Street roundabout.
7. The proposal does not meet PO6 of the Bushfire Hazard Overlay Code as it
has not been demonstrated that an efficient and safe evacuation route is available
to residents and that emergency vehicles can access the site.
8. The proposal is not consistent with actions A5.3.1 to A5.3.6, A5.6.2, A5.6.3,
and A5.7.2 of the Noosa Housing Strategy 2022 as:
a. The land is not located within the urban boundary and is more than 400m
from the town centre, school and public transport.
b. The land is located where it would have a reverse amenity impact on
industrial business and land committed for industrial purposes.
c. The proposal is not well integrated within the community and is clustered
in an isolated area.
9. The proposal is unlikely to satisfactorily deliver the social outcomes sought as:
a. The land is not suited for the proposed development it has poor
accessibility, adjoins industrial land and is not well connected to services.
b. The proposal has not been designed to integrate well with the
neighbourhood and within the community with driveways extending around
the permitter of the site and the density not consistent with the surrounding
character.
c. The applicant has provided no clear mechanisms that can be conditioned
through a development approval to achieve the proposed social/affordable
housing outcomes.
10. The applicant has not demonstrated that the proposed development will not
interfere with koala habitat mapped by the state as being Core Koala Habitat Area
or that the works in this area are considered exempt works.
B. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning
Act 2016.
For: Crs Stockwell, Wilkie, Jurisevic, Finzel and Wegener
Against: Crs Lorentson and Stewart
Carried.
5.3. THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GRANTS POLICY REVIEW
(REFERRED FROM PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE DATED 8
AUGUST 2023 - ITEM 5.3)
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stockwell
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this
matter due to my long standing connection with Noosa District Landcare as one of
the inaugural members of the unincorporated group dating back to the 1980s and
a current ordinary member. Noosa District Landcare is identified as being consulted
in the report. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a
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reasonable person could have a perception of bias considering the community
nature of this relationship. I believe I can make an impartial decision in the public
interest in this matter and l therefore choose to remain in the meeting room.
However, I will respect the decision of the meeting on whether I can remain and
participate in the decision.
Committee Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Joe Jurisevic
That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Stockwell and determine
that Cr Stockwell participates and votes on this matter as Council believes that he
will not receive a personal benefit or loss in relation to this matter and therefore a
reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public interest.
Carried unanimously.
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Joe Jurisevic
That Council note the report by the Economic Development Officer to the Planning
& Environment Committee Meeting dated 8 August 2023 and
A. Note the Economic Development Grants Review Report, provided at
Attachment 1 to the report;
B. Approve the amended Economic Development Grants Policy, provided at
Attachment 2 to the report; and
C. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to conduct future rounds of the Economic
Development Grant Program in accordance with the amended Policy.
D. Request the CEO report quarterly on the status of grant applications received
during that quarter.
Carried unanimously.
6. REPORTS DIRECT TO GENERAL COMMITTEE
6.1. CONTRACT NO. CN00315 - FLOOD RECONSTRUCTION - PACKAGE 10 -
STORMWATER INFRASTRUCTURE REPLACEMENTS
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Joe Jurisevic
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That Council note the report by the Disaster Reconstruction Coordinator to the
General Committee Meeting dated 14 August 2023 and:
A. Award Contract No. CN00315 for Flood Reconstruction - Package 10 -
Stormwater Infrastructure Replacements to SGQ Pty Ltd; and
B. Authorise the CEO to negotiate the final Contract with SGQ Pty Ltd; and
C. Authorise the CEO to amend the contract up to 11.5% of the total contract
value.
Carried unanimously.
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6.2. DRAFT WASTE PLAN 2023-2028
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Joe Jurisevic
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That Council note the report by the Manager Waste and Environmental Health
to the General Committee Meeting dated 14 August 2023 and adopt the From
Waste to Resource Draft Waste Plan 2023 – 2028 for further community
consultation.
Carried unanimously.
6.3. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT – JULY 2023
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Clare Stewart
That Council note the report by the Manager Financial Services (Acting) to the
General Committee Meeting dated 14 August 2023 outlining July 2023 year to date
financial performance against budget, including changes to the financial
performance report with the inclusion of key financial sustainability indicators.
Carried unanimously.
6.4. BUDGET REVIEW 1 (BR1) FOR THE 2023/24 FINANCIAL YEAR
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That Council note the report by the Manager Financial Services (Acting) to the
General Committee Meeting dated 14 August 2023 and
A. approve the proposed changes to the Budget and Schedule of Fees and
Charges for the 2023/24 financial year as outlined in the Revised Budget Financial
Statements provided in Attachments 1 - 5 to the report.
B. Pursuant to section 192 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, adopt for
the 2023/24 financial year the updated Debt Policy, which is provided as
Attachment 6 to the report.
Carried unanimously.
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6.5. OPERATIONAL PLAN 2022-23 Q4 QUARTERLY REPORTING
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That Council note the report by the Chief Executive Officer (Acting) to the General
Committee Meeting dated 14 August 2023 regarding the 2022-23 Operational Plan
and:
A. Note the progress report for the Q4 2022-2023 Operational Plan to 30 June
2023 provided as Attachment 1; and
B. Note the status of Council's Key Performance Indicators provided as
Attachment 2.
Carried unanimously.
7. CLOSED SESSION
Nil.
8. MEETING CLOSURE
The meeting closed at 4.34pm.