2021-03-18 Ordinary Meeting Agenda

ORDINARY MEETING AGENDA                                                                     18 MARCH 2021


3   NOOSA TRAIL MASTERPLAN
    That Council note the report by the Principal Environment Officer to the Planning &
    Environment Committee Meeting dated 9 March 2021 and
    A.    Note the update on the development of the Noosa Trail Masterplan, the establishment
          of the Noosa Trail Masterplan Stakeholder Reference Group and the grant funded Trail
          5 Upgrade project; and
    B.    Adopt the Noosa Trail Masterplan for the purposes of enabling further detailed planning
          to be undertaken that will include consideration of opportunities and constraints to
          achieve:.
          1.     A shire wide trail network that links the hinterland to the coast and defines trail
                 locations and standards for walkers, runners, mountain bikers, horse riders and
                 canoeists;
          2.     Creation of shorter trail loops around existing towns and villages suitable for all
                 ages and abilities;
          3.     A significant enhancement of canoe and kayak trails and infrastructure to link to
                 land trails including along Weyba Creek, Eenie Creek, Wooroi, Cooloothin Creek
                 and the Noosa River and Lakes;
          4.     Linkages between Cooloola National Park/ Lake Cootharaba/ Boreen Point to Kin
                 Kin and Lake Macdonald;
          5.     Opportunities to link to trails in adjoining Shires to create the opportunity for week-
                 long adventures;
          Noting that any expansion of the trail network is subject to feasibility assessment,
          landowner consent, ongoing operational maintenance costs and consideration of any
          new projects as part of Council’s annual budget processes.




4   POTENTIAL AMENDMENTS TO NOOSA PLAN 2020 RELATING TO HOUSING CHOICE
    AND AFFORDABILITY
    In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Jurisevic provided the following
    declaration to the meeting of a prescribed conflict of interest in this matter:
    I, Cr Jurisevic, inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in the matter as an item in
    the report specifically refers to changes in zoning of a site in Doonella St, Tewantin that is at least in
    part, being developed by Chris Wright, with whom I would be considered as having a close friendship.
    The nature of the friendship stems from my wife having worked for Chris’ wife Kelly and in the same
    office where Chris’s business is located. Kelly was also Treasurer of the Sunshine Beach State High
    School P&C during my term as P&C President. My wife and I attended Chris and Kelly’s wedding as
    well as several social gatherings together at each other’s houses over the years as our children were
    close friends and attended the same playgroup and school growing up. I have no material interest in
    the development. As a result of my conflict of interest I will leave the meeting room while the matter is
    considered and voted on.
    That Council note the report on Potential Amendments to Noosa Plan 2020 relating to
    Housing Choice and Affordability by the Principal Strategic Planner to the Planning &
    Environment Committee Meeting dated 9 March 2021 and
    A.    Prepare amendments to Noosa Plan 2020 in line with the actions outlined in parts 2.1 to
          12.1 of the report, in accordance with Division 2 of the Planning Act 2016; and
    B.    Update the Noosa Council Housing Needs Assessment prepared by Briggs & Mortar Pty
          Ltd in 2017 with regard to the provisions of Noosa Plan 2020 and the local housing
          situation and trends.


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