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Ordinary Council Meeting
Tuesday 18 June 2024
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Ordinary Council Meeting
Tuesday 18 June 2024
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Ordinary Council Meeting Minutes 18 June 2024 |
Minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting
Held on Tuesday, 18 June 2024 at the
Parkes Council Chamber, 2 Cecile Street, Parkes
Present:
Cr Neil Westcott Councillor (Chairperson)
Cr Marg Applebee Councillor (Deputy Chairperson)
Cr Ken Keith OAM Councillor
Cr William Jayet Councillor
Cr Jacob Cass Councillor
Cr Louise O'Leary Councillor
Cr George Pratt Councillor
Cr Daniel Weber Councillor
Cr Glenn Wilson Councillor
Council Officers in Attendance:
Mr Kent Boyd PSM General Manager
Mr Andrew Francis Director Infrastructure and Strategic Futures
Mr Logan Hignett Acting Director Operations
Mr Brendan Hayes Director Planning and Community Services
Mr Anthony McGrath Director Customer, Corporate Services and Economy
Mr Luke Nash Executive Manager Finance
Mrs Carrie Olsen Executive Manager Economy and Engagement
Mrs Nikki Bevan Acting Manager Governance, Risk and Corporate Performance
Mrs Toni Lennane Executive and Councillor Support Officer (Minute Secretary)
NOTES
The meeting commenced at 2:03 pm and concluded at 4:23 pm.
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Ordinary Council Meeting Minutes 18 June 2024 |
Order Of Business
4 Apologies and Applications for a Leave of Absence
5 Applications to Attend by Audio-Visual Link
6.1 Minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 21 May 2024
9 ADOPTION OF MULTIPLE ITEMS OF BUSINESS
9.1 ADOPTION OF MULTIPLE ITEMS OF BUSINESS
10.1 Mayoral Meetings with NSW Government Ministers.
10.2 Passing of Long Serving Employee Mr Peter Francis
10.3 Unveiling Plaque - Apology to survivors of the Stolen Generation
10.4 Central NSW Joint Organisation Board Meeting held 23 May 2024
10.5 Meetings, Functions and Events Attended by Mayor and Councillors
10.6 Coming Known Events for Mayor and Councillors.
11.1 Country Mayors Association 10 May 2024
11.2 Governance and Risk Management Forum
11.3 2024 Local Road Congress - 3 June 2024
12.1 Minutes of the Business and Investment Advisory Committee Meeting held on 4 June 2024
12.2 Minutes of the Destination and Major Events Advisory Committee Meeting held on 4 June 2024
12.3 Minutes of the Parkes Sports Council Meeting held on 11 June 2024
13 Reports of the General Manager
13.1 Making of the Rates and Fixing of Charges 2024-2025
13.2 Investments & Borrowings Report as at 31 May 2024
13.3 Monthly Financial Report as at 31 May 2024
13.4 PROPOSED COMMONWEALTH ELECTORAL REDISTRIBUTION..
14 Reports of the Director Customer, Corporate Services and Economy
14.1 Public Exhibition of Draft Parkes Shire Destination Management Plan
14.2 Adoption of the draft Operational Plan and Budget 2024-25
14.3 Adoption of amended Financial Assistance Policy.
14.4 Events Financial Assistance Program
14.6 Local Government Remuneration Tribunal Determination of Councillor Annual Fees for 2024/25
15 Reports of the Director Infrastructure and Sustainability
15.1 Major Projects and Current Works Report - Infrastructure and Sustainability
16 Reports of the Director Operations
16.1 Transfer of Management of Crown Reserve - Tullamore Cemetery
16.2 Draft Plans of Management for Community Land.
16.3 Major Projects and Current Works - Operations
17 Reports of the Director Planning and Community Services
17.1 Internment Services Levy - Cemeteries and Crematoria NSW
17.2 2024 Parkes Shire Council Cultural Grants
17.3 May 2024 Building Statistics Update
18 Notices of Motion/Questions with Notice
19.1 Construction of Causeways and Culvert (PSC2024/020)
19.2 Hire of Plant and Equipment (PSC2024/072)
19.3 Crushing of Gravel (PSC2024/073)
19.4 Supply and Delivery of Readymix Concrete (2024/084)
19.5 PSC2024 088 Building Better Regions - Bore 9 Casing, Procurement and Drilling
19.6 2024 Community Financial Assistance Grants - Leasing and Licensing
19.7 Building Better Regions Fund Surface Water Modelling Technical Support Services
20 Report of Confidential Resolutions
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Ordinary Council Meeting Minutes 18 June 2024 |
1 Opening of Meeting
The Mayor declared the Ordinary Council Meeting of Tuesday 18 June 2024 open and welcomed Councillors, Council Officers and members of the public attending and listening to the meeting.
The Mayor advised attendees that the meeting was being recorded and streamed live on the internet, to enhance the accessibility of Council meetings to the broader Parkes Shire community, and that the recording will be archived and made available on Council’s website.
The Mayor asked that attendees ensure that mobile phones and other electronic devices were turned off or in silent mode for the duration of the meeting.
The Mayor further advised that all care would be taken to maintain privacy, however, as a visitor in the public gallery, members of the public should be aware that their presence may be recorded.
The Mayor read the following Acknowledgement of Country:
Parkes Shire Council acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Wiradjuri Country and recognises and respects their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing connection with the lands and rivers of the Parkes Shire.
Council pays its respects to Elders past, present and emerging and extends this respect to all First Nations peoples in the Parkes Shire.
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The General Manager read the Prayer: |
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O God, Inspire Council to make wise decisions, Grant Integrity to face the truth, Courage to make difficult choices, And compassion for the needs of others, We pray through Jesus Christ, Our Lord.
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AMEN |
4 Apologies and Applications for a Leave of Absence
Cr Kenny McGrath
5 Applications to Attend by Audio-Visual Link
Nil
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6.1 Minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 21 May 2024 |
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Resolved OCM 157/24 Moved: Cr Marg Applebee Seconded: Cr George Pratt That Ordinary Council Meeting receive and confirm the Minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on Tuesday 21 May 2024 appended at Annexure A. |
The Mayor reminded Councillors and Council Officers of their obligation under Council's Code of Conduct to disclose and manage any conflicts of interest they may have in matters being considered at the meeting, and invited Councillors and Council Officers to disclose any such interests.
The Mayor advised that no late items of business had been submitted to the meeting.
9 ADOPTION OF MULTIPLE ITEMS OF BUSINESS
The Council may, at any time, resolve to adopt multiple items of business, as recommended in the report, byway of a single resolution. The Chairperson must list the items of business to be adopted and ask Councillors to identify any individual items of business listed by the Chairperson that they intend to vote against the recommendation made in the Business Paper, or that they wish to speak on (13.2).
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Resolved OCM 158/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That Council: 1. Adopt the following items in the Agenda as recommended in the report: 10.3 - Unveiling Plaque - Apology to survivors of the Stolen Generation. 10.4 - Central NSW Joint Organisation Board Meeting held 23 May 2024. 10.5 - Meetings, Functions and Events Attended by Mayor and Councillors. 10.6 - Coming Known Events for Mayor and Councillors. 11.2 - Governance and Risk Management Forum. 12.1 - Minutes of the Business and Investment Advisory Committee Meeting held on 4 June 2024. 12.2 - Minutes of the Destination and Major Events Advisory Committee Meeting held on 4 June 2024. 12.3 - Minutes of the Parkes Sports Council Meeting held on 11 June 2024. 14.5 - Request to use Peak Hill TI Fund to develop a Masterplan for the Peak Hill Flora and Fauna Reserve. 16.1 - Transfer of Management of Crown Reserve - Tullamore Cemetery. 17.3 - May 2024 Building Statistics Update. |
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Resolved OCM 159/24 Moved: Cr Jacob Cass Seconded: Cr George Pratt That Council: 1. That the information be noted. 2. That Lobbying continue in relation to key issues for the Shire. |
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Resolved OCM 160/24 Moved: Cr Ken Keith OAM Seconded: Cr Jacob Cass That Council: 1. Acknowledges the passing of long serving employee Mr Peter Francis. |
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10.3 Unveiling Plaque - Apology to survivors of the Stolen Generation |
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Resolved OCM 161/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That Council: 1. Receive and note the information provided. |
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10.4 Central NSW Joint Organisation Board Meeting held 23 May 2024 |
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Resolved OCM 162/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That Council: 1. Note the information provided. |
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10.5 Meetings, Functions and Events Attended by Mayor and Councillors |
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Resolved OCM 163/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That Council: 1. Note the report on the Meetings functions and events attended in an official capacity, by the Mayor and Councillors during the period 18 May 2024 through to 13 June 2024. |
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Resolved OCM 164/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That Council: 1. Note the known upcoming meetings, functions and events for the Mayor and Councillors for the period 13 June 2024 through to 18 July 2024. |
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Resolved OCM 165/24 Moved: Cr Ken Keith OAM Seconded: Cr Marg Applebee That: 1. Note the information in the report. |
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Resolved OCM 166/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That Council: 1. Note the information in the report. |
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Resolved OCM 167/24 Moved: Cr Jacob Cass Seconded: Cr Ken Keith OAM That: 1. Receive and note the information about the Local Road Congress. |
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12.1 Minutes of the Business and Investment Advisory Committee Meeting held on 4 June 2024 |
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Resolved OCM 168/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That Council: 1. Receive and confirm the Minutes of the Business and Investment Advisory Committee Meeting held on Tuesday 4 June 2024 appended at Annexure A. |
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12.2 Minutes of the Destination and Major Events Advisory Committee Meeting held on 4 June 2024 |
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Resolved OCM 169/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That Council: 1. Receive and confirm the Minutes of the Destination and Major Events Advisory Committee Meeting held on Tuesday 4 June 2024 appended at Annexure A. |
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12.3 Minutes of the Parkes Sports Council Meeting held on 11 June 2024 |
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Resolved OCM 170/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That Council: 1. Receive and confirm the Minutes of the Parkes Sports Council Meeting held on Tuesday 11 June 2024 appended at Annexure A. |
13 Reports of the General Manager
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Moved: Cr William Jayet Seconded: Cr George Pratt That Council: 1. In accordance with Chapter 15, Parts 4 and 5 of the Local Government Act 1993, make and levy the following rates and annual charges for the 2024-2025 financial year: (a) In relation to the Ordinary Rates, Council applies the increase of 4.5 per cent, inclusive of the rate peg, as determined by the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal. (b) In relation to Ordinary Rates and pursuant to section 494 of the Local Government Act 1993, make and levy the following Ordinary Rates for the year 01 July 2024 to 30 June 2025:
(c) In relation to waste management charges and pursuant to sections 496 and 501 of the Local Government Act 1993, make and levy the following annual charges on all
consumers accessing the Parkes Shire waste management services for the year 01 July 2024 to 30 June 2025:
In addition to the maximum $250 pensioner rebate jointly funded by the Council (45%) and the State Government (55%) in respect of general rates and domestic waste charges, in accordance with the Council’s Pensioner Rate Rebate and Hardship Policy, Council will provide an additional pensioner rebate of $105.00 per eligible property from 1 July 2024 for the 2024/25 rating year. This voluntary rebate will be paid pursuant to Section 582 of the Local Government Act, 1993 and only pensioners that received the rebate in 2016/17 will continue to be eligible to do so
(d) In relation to water supply service charges and pursuant to sections 501, 502 and 552 of the Local Government Act 1993, make and levy the following charges on all consumers connected to, or capable of being connected to, the Parkes Shire water supply systems and water supply for the year 01 July 2024 to 30 June 2025:
(e) In relation to sewerage service charges and pursuant to sections 501, 502 and 552 of the Local Government Act 1993, make and levy the following annual charge on all consumers connected to, or capable of being connected to, the Parkes Shire sewer systems and sewer charges for the year 01 July 2024 to 30 June 2025:
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In accordance with clauses 125A and 125AA of the Local Government General
2. Pursuant to section 566(3) of the Local Government Act 1993, adopts the overdue rates and charges maximum interest rate of 10.5 per cent for the period 01 July 2024 to 30 June 2025 (inclusive) in accordance with the determination made by the Minister for Local Government as published in the NSW Government Gazette. |
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Resolved OCM 172/24 Moved: Cr Jacob Cass Seconded: Cr Marg Applebee That: Receive and note the Statement of Investments and Borrowings as on 31 May 2024 |
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Resolved OCM 173/24 Moved: Cr William Jayet Seconded: Cr Ken Keith OAM That Council: 1. Receive and note the year-to-date financial reports for the period up to 31 May 2024. |
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Resolved OCM 174/24 Moved with addition of Item 2: Cr William Jayet Seconded: Cr Jacob Cass That: 1. That Council lodge an objection to the proposed redistribution. 2. Write to the Hon. Mr Michael McCormack and thank him for his representation whilst Parkes Shire have been in his Electorate. |
14 Reports of the Director Customer, Corporate Services and Economy
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14.1 Public Exhibition of Draft Parkes Shire Destination Management Plan |
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Resolved OCM 175/24 Moved: Cr Jacob Cass Seconded: Cr William Jayet That Council: 1. Endorse the public exhibition of the draft Parkes Shire Destination Management Plan, appended at Annexure A, for a period of 28 days. 2. Receive a further report concerning the adoption of the draft Parkes Shire Destination Management Plan following conclusion of the public exhibition period. |
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14.2 Adoption of the draft Operational Plan and Budget 2024-25 |
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Resolved OCM 176/24 Moved: Cr William Jayet Seconded: Cr Ken Keith OAM That Council: 1. Receive and consider the six submissions received on the draft Operational Plan and Budget 2024-25, appended at Annexure A, and request the General Manager respond to the external submissions received. 2. Pursuant to section 405 of the Local Government Act 1993, adopt the draft Operational Plan 2024-25, including the 2024-25 Statement of Revenue Policy incorporating the annual budget and Schedule of Fees and Charges, appended at Annexure A. 3. Pursuant to clause 211(2) of the Local Government General Regulation 2021, approve expenditure and vote funds as detailed in the Operational Plan and Budget 2024-25. |
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Resolved OCM 177/24 Moved: Cr Jacob Cass Seconded: Cr Marg Applebee That Council: 1. Adopt the amended Financial Assistance Policy for inclusion in Council's Policy Register and publication on Council's website. |
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Resolved OCM 178/24 Moved: Cr Jacob Cass Seconded: Cr Marg Applebee That: 1. Council endorses the Events Financial Assistance Program, incorporating the Guidelines appended at Annexure A, for implementation from 1 July 2024. |
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14.5 Request to use Peak Hill TI Fund to develop a Maserplan for the Peak Hill Flora and Fauna Reserve. |
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Resolved OCM 179/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That Council: 1. Approve the transfer of up to $20,000 from the Peak Hill Town Improvement Reserve to fund the development of a Masterplan for the Peak Hill Flora and Fauna Reserve, to be expended the 2024/2025 Financial Year. |
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14.6 Local Government Remuneration Tribunal Determination of Councillor Annual Fees for 2024/25 |
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Resolved OCM 180/24 Moved: Cr William Jayet Seconded: Cr Marg Applebee That Council: 1. Receive and note Circular 24-08 advising of the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal 2024 Determination appended at Annexure A. 2. Receive and note the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal Annual Determination Report appended at Annexure B. 3. Pursuant to section 248 of the Local Government 1993, fix and determine the annual fee payable to the Councillors of Parkes Shire Council for the 2024/25 financial year effective from 01 July 2024, at the upper limit for a Rural Large Council. 4. Pursuant to section 249 of the Local Government Act 1993, fix and determine the annual fee payable to the Mayor of Parkes Shire Council for the 2024/05 financial year effective from 01 July 2024, at the upper limit for a Rural Large Council. |
15 Reports of the Director Infrastructure and Sustainability
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15.1 Major Projects and Current Works Report - Infrastructure and Sustainability |
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Resolved OCM 181/24 Moved: Cr William Jayet Seconded: Cr George Pratt That Council: 1. Receive and note the Infrastructure and Strategic Futures Major Projects and Current Works Report for June 2024, appended at Annexure A. |
16 Reports of the Director Operations
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16.1 Transfer of Management of Crown Reserve - Tullamore Cemetery |
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Resolved OCM 182/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That: 1. Council agree to the transfer of Crown Reserve 49261 known as Tullamore Cemetery from Lachlan Shire Management to Parkes Shire Council Management. 2. That the seal of Council be affixed if required to facilitate the transfer. |
At 2:49 pm, Cr Jacob Cass left the meeting.
At 2:50 pm, Cr Jacob Cass rejoined the meeting.
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Resolved OCM 183/24 Moved: Cr Marg Applebee Seconded: Cr Louise O'Leary That: 1. Endorse the Draft Plans of Management and place on public exhibition for 28 days. 2. Consult directly with appropriate local stakeholders. 3. Following exhibition of the plans, necessary amendments will be made to the document which will be subsequently reported back to Council for final adoption. |
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Resolved OCM 184/24 Moved: Cr Marg Applebee Seconded: Cr William Jayet That Council: 1. Receive and note the Operations Major Projects and Current Works Report for June 2024, appended at Annexure A. |
17 Reports of the Director Planning and Community Services
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17.1 Internment Services Levy - Cemeteries and Crematoria NSW |
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Resolved OCM 185/24 Moved: Cr Marg Applebee Seconded: Cr Ken Keith OAM That: 1. Council receive and note the information. |
At 3:08 pm, Andrew Francis left the meeting.
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Resolved OCM 186/24 Moved: Cr Marg Applebee Seconded: Cr William Jayet That: 1. Council approves the following allocation of the PSC Cultural Grants recommended by the Community, Liveability and Access Committee: · Parkes Wiradjuri Language Group Inc (auspicing the Parkes NAIDOC Committee) receive $3000 to support the 2024 Parkes Community NAIDOC Day · Parkes Pottery Group Inc receive $2,100 for the delivery of children's pottery workshops · The Suburban Review Inc receive $2,000 for the delivery of a Cuplet Poetry Night · Trundle Bush Tucker Day Inc receive $1,500 for the Ranger Nick cultural performance at the 2024 Trundle Bush Tucker Day · Currajong Disability Services receive $1,400 to support the Learn Country & Culture project. |
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Resolved OCM 187/24 Moved: Cr Louise O'Leary Seconded: Cr Daniel Weber That: 1. Receive and note the May 2024 Building Statistics Report. |
18 Notices of Motion/Questions with Notice
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Resolved OCM 188/24 Moved: Cr Marg Applebee Seconded: Cr Jacob Cass That Ordinary Council Meeting: 1. Moves into Closed Session to deal with the matters below, which are classified as confidential under section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993 for the reasons specified: 19.1 Construction of Causeways and Culvert (PSC2024/020) This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) - a of the Local Government Act, and the Council is satisfied that discussion of this matter in an open meeting would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it deals with personnel matters concerning particular individuals (other than councillors). Further it is considered that discussions of this matter in open Council would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it would prejudice Council's ability to secure the optimum outcome for the community. 19.2 Hire of Plant and Equipment (PSC2024/072) This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) - a of the Local Government Act, and the Council is satisfied that discussion of this matter in an open meeting would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it deals with personnel matters concerning particular individuals (other than councillors). Further it is considered that discussions of this matter in open Council would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it would prejudice Council's ability to secure the optimum outcome for the community. 19.3 Crushing of Gravel (PSC2024/073) This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) - d(i) of the Local Government Act, and the Council is satisfied that discussion of this matter in an open meeting would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it deals with commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it. Further it is considered that discussions of this matter in open Council would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it would prejudice Council's ability to secure the optimum outcome for the community. 19.4 Supply and Delivery of Readymix Concrete (2024/084) This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) - a of the Local Government Act, and the Council is satisfied that discussion of this matter in an open meeting would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it deals with personnel matters concerning particular individuals (other than councillors). Further it is considered that discussions of this matter in open Council would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it would prejudice Council's ability to secure the optimum outcome for the community. 19.5 PSC2024 088 Building Better Regions - Bore 9 Casing, Procurement and Drilling This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) - d(i) of the Local Government Act, and the Council is satisfied that discussion of this matter in an open meeting would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it deals with commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it. Further it is considered that discussions of this matter in open Council would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it would prejudice Council's ability to secure the optimum outcome for the community. 19.6 2024 Community Financial Assistance Grants - Leasing and Licensing This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) - d(ii) of the Local Government Act, and the Council is satisfied that discussion of this matter in an open meeting would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it deals with information that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a competitor of the council. Further it is considered that discussions of this matter in open Council would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it would prejudice Council's ability to secure the optimum outcome for the community. 19.7 Building Better Regions Fund Surface Water Modelling Technical Support Services This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) - d(i) of the Local Government Act, and the Council is satisfied that discussion of this matter in an open meeting would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it deals with commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it. Further it is considered that discussions of this matter in open Council would, on balance, be contrary to the public interest as it would prejudice Council's ability to secure the optimum outcome for the community. 2. Exclude the media and public from the meeting on the basis that the business to be considered is classified as confidential, pursuant to 10A(1), 10(2) and 10A(3) of the Local Government Act 1993. 3. Withhold reports and correspondence relevant to the subject business be withheld from the media and public as provided by section 11(2) of the Local Government Act 1993. 4. Make public resolutions made by the Council in Closed Session after the conclusion of the Closed Session, and record such resolutions in the minutes of the Council meeting.
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At 3:10 pm, the Mayor adjourned the meeting for afternoon tea.
At 3:26 pm, Andrew Francis rejoined the meeting.
At 3:26 pm, the Meeting went into Closed Session.
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Resolved OCM 189/24 Moved: Cr Marg Applebee Seconded: Cr William Jayet That Ordinary Council Meeting: 1. Resume in Open Session and note the Mayor’s report on Confidential Resolutions. |
At 4:21 pm, the Council in Closed Session returned to Open Session.
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Resolved OCM 190/24 Moved: Cr Jacob Cass Seconded: Cr Louise O'Leary That: 1. Council award the contract PSC2024/020 to Dearnu Constructions Pty Ltd. |
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Resolved OCM 191/24 Moved: Cr George Pratt Seconded: Cr Jacob Cass That: 1. The Panel recommend that Council accept and adopt the selective panel of plant equipment suppliers PSC2024/072. 2. Council accepts the proposal that the Contract period was advertised as a One (1) year term with additional Two (2) terms of Twelve (12) months each if Contract performance was met up to a maximum three (3) year Contract term. |
At 3:30 pm, Cr Jacob Cass left the meeting.
At 3:33 pm, Cr Jacob Cass rejoined the meeting.
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Resolved OCM 192/24 Moved: Cr William Jayet Seconded: Cr Jacob Cass That: 1. The Panel recommend that Council accept the proposal from Denrith Pty Ltd to provide the services outlined in the Contract PSC2024/073 - Crushing of Gravel. 2. The assessment found that the best economical value and minimised risk due to ISO Accreditation for Safety AS/NZS 45001 for council is the proposal provided by Denrith Pty Ltd 3. Council accept the proposal of One (1) year term with additional Two (2) terms of Twelve (12) months each if Contract performance was met up to a maximum three (3) year Contract term. |
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Resolved OCM 193/24 Moved: Cr Ken Keith OAM Seconded: Cr George Pratt That: 1. Council accept the proposal from Parkes Ready Mixed Concrete PTY LTD for the Contract PSC2024/084 - Supply and Delivery of Ready-mix Concrete.
2. Council accepts the proposal that the Contract period was advertised as a One (1) year term with additional Two (2) terms of Twelve (12) months each if Contract performance was met up to a maximum three (3) year Contract term. |
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19.5 PSC2024 088 Building Better Regions - Bore 9 Casing, Procurement and Drilling |
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Resolved OCM 194/24 Moved with changes to Item 2: Cr Jacob Cass Seconded: Cr Glenn Wilson That: 1. Endorses the RFT Evaluation and endorses that Paul Milne Drilling are nominated as the preferred tenderer for PSC2024/088 Building Better Regions Funding - Bore 9 Casing, Procurement and Drilling scope of works. 2. Endorses the awarding of the contract to Paul Milne Drilling pending contract execution subject to regulatory approval for the Bore to proceed. |
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19.6 2024 Community Financial Assistance Grants - Leasing and Licensing |
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Resolved OCM 195/24 Moved with changes to Item 2: Cr Neil Westcott Seconded: Cr Ken Keith OAM That: 1. The M&D Society be charged the original 2021 subsidy and rental payment be $1,304 and increased by CPI annually. 2. The Generocity Church be charged rental payments of $15,541 and increased by CPI annually. 3. The Parkes Aero Club be charged rental payments of $7,425 for the Hangar and the rent be increased by CPI annually. 4. The Parkes Potters Group be charged the current rental payments of $2,956 and increased by CPI annually. 5. Parkes Aviation be advised that they are not eligible for a Subsidy. |
At 4:14 pm, Logan Hignett left the meeting.
At 4:17 pm, Logan Hignett rejoined the meeting.
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19.7 Building Better Regions Fund Surface Water Modelling Technical Support Services |
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Resolved OCM 196/24 Moved: Cr Jacob Cass Seconded: Cr Ken Keith OAM That: 1. Council endorses continued engagement of BG&E Pty Ltd to progress Surface Water Modelling Technical Support Services through 2024 noting the engagement value. |
20 Report of Confidential Resolutions
In accordance with clauses 14.22 and 14.23 of Council's Code of Meeting Practice, resolutions passed during a meeting, or a part of a meeting that is closed to the public must be made public by the Chairperson as soon as practicable. Such resolutions must be recorded in the publicly available minutes of the meeting.
The meeting concluded at 4:23 pm.
This is the final page of the minutes comprising 25 pages numbered 1 to 25 of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on Tuesday, 18 June 2024 and confirmed on Tuesday, 23 July 2024.
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