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Shire of Esperance
Ordinary Council
Tuesday 28 August 2018
MINUTES
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DISCLAIMER
No responsibility whatsoever is implied or accepted by the Shire of Esperance for any act, omission or statement or intimation occurring during Council or Committee meetings. The Shire of Esperance disclaims any liability for any loss whatsoever and howsoever caused arising out of reliance by any person or legal entity on any such act, omission or statement or intimation occurring during Council or Committee meetings. Any person or legal entity who acts or fails to act in reliance upon any statement, act or omission made in a Council or Committee meeting does so at that person’s or legal entity’s own risk.
In particular and without derogating in any way from the broad disclaimer above, in any discussion regarding any planning application or application for a licence, any statement or intimation of approval made by a member or officer of the Shire of Esperance during the course of any meeting is not intended to be and is not to be taken as notice of approval from the Shire of Esperance. The Shire of Esperance warns that anyone who has any application lodged with the Shire of Esperance must obtain and should only rely on written confirmation of the outcome of the application, and any conditions attaching to the decision made by the Shire of Esperance in respect of the application.
ETHICAL DECISION MAKING AND CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
Council is committed to a code of conduct and all decisions are based on an honest assessment of the issue, ethical decision-making and personal integrity. Councillors and staff adhere to the statutory requirements to declare financial, proximity and impartiality interests and once declared follow the legislation as required.
ATTACHMENTS
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Table of Contents / Index
ITEM
NO. ITEM HEADING PAGE
3. APOLOGIES & NOTIFICATION OF GRANTED LEAVE OF ABSENCE
4. APPLICATIONS FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE PERSON PRESIDING WITHOUT DISCUSSION
6. DECLARATION OF MEMBERS INTERESTS
6.1 Declarations of Financial Interests – Local Government Act Section 5.60a
6.2 Declarations of Proximity Interests – Local Government Act Section 5.60b
6.3 Declarations of Impartiality Interests – Admin Regulations Section 34c
8. PUBLIC ADDRESSES / DEPUTATIONS
11. DELEGATES’ REPORTS WITHOUT DISCUSSION
12. MATTERS REQUIRING A DETERMINATION OF COUNCIL
16.1 Replacement Jetty Draft Concept Design Report
12.2.1 Esperance Extension to the State Barrier Fence
12.1.1 Transfer of Reserve 35069 to the Shire of Esperance
12.1.2 Prioritisation of CSRFF Grant Applications
12.3.1 Lease Renewal - Goldfields Air Services - Airport Terminal Car Hire Desk 3
12.3.4 Financial Services Report - July 2018
12.4.2 Information Bulletin - July 2018
12.1.3 Waiver of Civic Centre Fees
12.3.2 Policy Review - Asset Management, EXT014 and COR010
12.3.3 Lease Reassignment - Old Doctors Surgery Museum Village - Sara Bonnet to Brodeine Bratten
12.4.1 Committee Appointments - External Representatives
14. Motions of which Notice has been Given
15. MEMBERS QUESTIONS WITH OR WITHOUT NOTICE
16. Urgent Business Approved by Decision
17. Matters behind Closed Doors
17.1 Proposed Direction Notice - Planning and Development Act 2005 - Pink Lake area
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SHIRE OF ESPERANCE
MINUTES
Ordinary
Council Meeting
HELD IN Council Chambers ON
28 August 2018.
COMMENCING AT 4pm
1. OFFICIAL OPENING
The Shire President declared the meeting open at 4.00pm
The President welcomed Councillors, staff, guests and members of the public to the meeting.
2. ATTENDANCE
Members
Cr V Brown President Rural Ward
Cr N Bowman Deputy President Rural Ward
Cr J Parsons Town Ward
Cr S McMullen Town Ward
Cr S Payne Town Ward
Cr L McIntyre Town Ward
Cr R Padgurskis Town Ward
Cr D Piercey, JP Town Ward
Cr B Parker Rural Ward
Shire Officers
Mr W M (Matthew) Scott Chief Executive Officer
Mr S Burge Director Corporate Resources
Mr M Walker Director Asset Management
Mr T Sargent Director External Services
Mrs H Hall Executive Assistant
Miss A McArthur Administration Officer - Executive Services
Miss L Darge Media & Communications Officer
Members of the Public & Press
Ms J de Jong H&H Architects
Mr J Daly Media
Miss J Burton Media
Ms S Laing Item 16.1
Ms J Dixon Item 16.1
Ms P Nevin Item 16.1
Mr P Harkness Item 12.2.1
Ms P Kerr Item 16.1
Mr G Gath Item 16.1
Mr D Kennedy Item 12.1.2
Mr S Pickering Item 12.2.1
Mr M Ayers Item 12
Mr B Pearce Item 9
Ms V Roffey Item 16.1
Mr W Graham Item 16.1
Mrs F Graham Item 16.1
Ms V Morris Item 16.1
Mr G Hosking Observer
Mr T Bright Observer
Ms J ODonnell Item 16.1
Ms J Dreckow Item 16.1
Ms P Wood Observer
Ms T Ibrahim Observer
Mr D Hatter Observer
Ms J Mulcock Item 16.1
Ms K Stevens Item 16.1
Ms S Stevens Item 16.1
Mr J Andre Item 16.1
Mr r Smoker Item 16.1
Ms D Fletcher Item 16.1
Mr T Greg Item 16.1
Mr S Mckenzie Observer
Ms T Revell Item 16.1
Mr T Gray Item 16.1
Dr H McCarthy Item 16.1
Mr D Eltringham Item 16.1
Mr S Liddelow Observer
3. APOLOGIES & NOTIFICATION OF GRANTED LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Nil
4. APPLICATIONS FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Motion |
Seconded: Cr Parsons
That Council approve the following applications for leave of absence: Cr Bowman 2 September until 10 September 2018 Cr Parker 31 August until 6 September 2018 Cr Brown 10 September until 28 September 2018 1 October until 5 October 2018 Cr McIntyre 27 September until 15 October 2018 F9 - A0 |
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE PERSON PRESIDING WITHOUT DISCUSSION
Cr Victoria Brown wanted to acknowledge the recent passing of Rev. Doug Murray OAM. Cr Brown mentioned that Mr Murray was an incredible gentleman who gave so much to the Esperance community over the past 50 years, particularly in the arts and education community.
6. DECLARATION OF MEMBERS INTERESTS
6.1 Declarations of Financial Interests – Local Government Act Section 5.60a
Cr Bowman declared a financial interest in item 12.2.1 as the proposed fence extension will run adjacent to the back boundary of her property.
Cr Parker declared a financial interest in item 12.2.1 as the proposed fence extension will adjoin the back boundary of his property.
Cr Brown declared a financial interest in item 12.2.1 as the proposed fence extension will run parallel to the boundary fence of her property.
6.2 Declarations of Proximity Interests – Local Government Act Section 5.60b
Cr Bowman declared a proximity interest in item 12.2.1 as a portion of the fence will run adjacent to her property’s boundary.
Cr Brown declared a proximity interest in item 12.2.1 as the proposed fence extension will run parallel to the boundary fence of a property she owns.
6.3 Declarations of Impartiality Interests – Admin Regulations Section 34c
Cr Piercey declared an impartiality interest in item 16.1 as she is a member of the Friends of the Esperance Tanker Jetty group.
Cr McIntyre declared an impartiality interest in item 16.1 as she was formally married to the contractor who was awarded the tender to demolish the Esperance Tanker Jetty.
Cr Brown declared an impartiality interest in item 16.1 as her cousin is the contractor who was awarded the tender to demolish the Esperance Tanker Jetty.
Cr Brown declared an impartiality interest as a member of her family is an organiser of Rev. Doug Murrays memorial.
7. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
1. Mr K Knieukerke
Mr Knieukerke forwarded his questions to Cr Brown prior to the meeting. Cr Brown read aloud Mr Knieukerke’s questions. Can the text and the recommendation for item 12.2.1 be amended to show a Benefit Cost Ratio of 4.8 and change the recommendation to “..construction program, for a Shire cost estimate of $1M subject to..”
Mr Scott responded that text within an agenda cannot be altered after it has been published. Council can only move a motion that is different from the officers recommendation.
Mr Walker explained that the 6.8 cost benefit had been provided by Esperance Biosecurity Association however, the actual cost benefit is 4.8 which still provides a significant benefit to the community.
2. Mr R Smoker – Jetty
Mr Smoker questioned if the Replacement Jetty Draft Concept Design will be released to the public.
Cr Brown responded that she hopes so, if Council endorse the late item 16.1 then it will be realised immediately.
Mr Smoker quoted a statement Cr Brown said in the media regarding the last survey in 2016. Mr Smoker believed Cr Browns comments to be an inaccurate representation of the results. Mr Smoker questioned if Cr Brown was going to release accurate statements to the media in the future.
Cr Brown responded that the she will continue release accurate statements to the public in the future.
3. Mr G Gath
Mr Gath questioned if it was possible for the Shire to put in for an additional tender, to get the longest possible tender.
Mr Scott responded that it would be premature to answer that as the tender stage is some time away and there are a number of steps to go however, maximising length would likely be a tender criteria.
8. PUBLIC ADDRESSES / DEPUTATIONS
Mr D Kennedy - CSRFF Small Grant Applications August 2018
Mr Kennedy wanted to thank Council on behalf of the Esperance Squash Club for their support and he agrees with the prioritisation in the report. Mr Kennedy also wanted to inform all in attendance of the group of top level women squash players who are travelling down to Esperance to participate in the Esperance Open in March 2019.
9. Petitions
Mr B Pearce presented a petition to Council, as the petition did not meet the requirements of a petition under the Local Government Act 1995, Council could not accept the petition, as it was not in the prescribed form.
10. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
Seconded: Cr Bowman
That the Minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting of the 24 July 2018, and the Special Council Meeting of the 7 August 2018 be confirmed as true and correct records. F9 - A0 |
11. DELEGATES’ REPORTS WITHOUT DISCUSSION
Cr Lara McIntyre
29 Jul Attended National Tree Planting Day at Lake Monjingup
2 Aug-3 Aug Attended Local Government Week
7 Aug Attended a working lunch with Rick Wilson MP and Hon Melissa Price MP, Assistant Minister for Environment
11 Aug Attended Esperance Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards
13 Aug Attended Indoor sports stadium stakeholder meeting
18 Aug Attended Esperance Music Festival
22 Aug Attended the Artists in Residence Presentation at the Cannery Arts Centre
24 Aug Attended Entrenchment at Civic Centre and hosted Civic Reception for the RSLWA
25 Aug Attended Art in Motion Exhibition at the Cannery Arts Centre
27 Aug Attended Senior Citizens Centre Management Committee
Cr Basil Parker
1 Aug-3 Aug Attended Local Government Week
7 Aug Attended a working lunch with Rick Wilson MP and Hon Melissa Price MP, Assistant Minister for Environment
Cr Natalie Bowman
27 July Attended a Welcome reception for French exchange students
31 July Attended the GVROC dinner in Perth
1 Aug Was the voting delegate at the WALGA AGM.
2 Aug-3 Aug Attended Local Government Week
3 Aug Attended ILUA discussion
7 Aug Attended a working lunch with Rick Wilson MP and Hon Melissa Price MP, Assistant Minister for Environment
11 Aug Attended Esperance Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards
13 Aug Chaired Esperance Roadwise Committee meeting
21 Aug Attended Mineral Commodities Munglinup Graphite Project Presentation
24 Aug Attended Entrenchment at Civic Centre and hosted Civic Reception for the RSLWA
25 Aug Attended the Call to Duty display
Cr Ron Padgurskis
21 Aug Attended Mineral Commodities Munglinup Graphite Project Presentation
24 Aug Attended Entrenchment at Civic Centre and hosted Civic Reception for the RSLWA
Cr Dale Piercey
29 Jul Visited Esperance Care Services Inc, discussed shire contribution to their efforts
31 Jul Attended training on Professionally Speaking
30 Jul Attended handing over of Lotterywest cheque to Esperance Care Services Inc
6 Aug Ratepayers Association meeting
7 Aug Attended a working lunch with Rick Wilson MP and Hon Melissa Price MP, Assistant Minister for Environment
9 Aug Attended open day at Lachies House
9 Aug Visited Table Tennis Group who thanked Shire for their assistance
14 Aug Attended training on CEO Performance Review
24 Aug Attended Entrenchment at Civic Centre and hosted Civic Reception for the RSLWA
27 Aug Met with Secretary of Tourism Esperance regarding the potential tourism benefits of Black Jack Anderson
Cr Victoria Brown
25 Jul Met with Marcus Faulkner Australia’s Golden Outback
27 Jul Met with Wayne Halliday Tourism Esperance
27 Jul Attended reception for French exchange students Thibault and Hermance
31 Jul-3 Aug Attended Local Government Week, RCAWA Meeting, GVROC meeting
7 Aug Attended a working lunch with Rick Wilson MP and Hon Melissa Price MP, Assistant Minister for Environment
8 Aug Chaired Local Emergency Management Committee Meeting
9 Aug Attended open day at Lachies House
10 Aug Perth meetings with Research Solutions and Tom Hatton chair of EPA
18 Aug Attended Esperance Music Festival
21 Aug Attended Mineral Commodities Munglinup Graphite Project Presentation
24 Aug Met with National Party candidate John Hassell
24 Aug Attended GEDC board meeting
24 Aug Attended Entrenchment at Civic Centre and hosted Civic Reception for the RSLWA
12. MATTERS REQUIRING A DETERMINATION OF COUNCIL
Motion |
Seconded: Cr McMullen
That Council move item 16.1 forward for discussion. F9 - A0 |
Motion |
Seconded: Cr McIntyre
That Council accept the following late item 16.1. F8 – A1 (Against Cr Payne) |
Suspension of Standing Orders |
Seconded: Cr McMullen
That Section Nine (9.5) of the Standing Orders be suspended to allow for discussion of item 16.1. F9 - A0 |
Mr Kennedy left the Chamber at 4.34pm and did not return.
Mr Hatton left the Chamber at 4.57pm and did not return.
Ms J De Jong of H+H Architects presented the Draft Concept Design Report to Council and the gallery.
Resumption of Standing Orders |
Seconded: Cr McIntyre
That Standing Orders be resumed. F9 - A0 |
The Resolution from the Jetty Replacement Working Group was tabled.
The Replacement Jetty Draft Concept Design Report was tabled and can be found on the Shire website.
Mrs Stevens, Mr Hosking, Mr Bright, Mr Eltringham, Ms ODonnell left the Chamber at 5.15pm and did not return.
Seconded: Cr McMullen
MOTION That the Council endorse the Replacement Jetty Draft Concept Design Report for public comment for a period of 21 days. |
Amendment Moved: Cr Payne Seconded: Cr Piercey
That Council replace the word endorse with receive. LOST F2 – A7 (Against Cr Brown, Cr McIntyre, Cr Parker, Cr Bowman, Cr Parsons, Cr Padgurskis & Cr McMullen)
The Presiding Member put the original motion and it was… Council Resolution That the Council endorse the Replacement Jetty Draft Concept Design Report for public comment for a period of 21 days. CARRIED F8 – A1 (Against Cr Piercey) |
Motion |
Seconded: Cr Piercey
That Council move item 18 forward for discussion. F9 - A0 |
18. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
1. Mr J Andre
Mr Andre questioned how wide the fishing section would be.
Ms de Jong responded that the fishing section would be 4.6 metres wide and the wide section would 12 metres wide.
Mr Andre questioned what would happen to the standing piles.
Ms de Jong responded that a priority of the design is the retention of the structural footprint. The proportion of each pile which could remain, would be dependent on marine safety standards, whilst also maintaining as much current marine environment as possible.
2. Ms P Kerr
Ms Kerr referred to Ms de Jong presentation in which she believed Ms de Jong referred to lobby groups in a negative way. Ms Kerr asked if she could portray the work done by the lobby group in a positive way.
Ms de Jong responded that she met with the Friends of the Tanker Jetty on her last visit to Esperance, she continued that their passion for the history has had an amazing impact. Ms de Jong stated that the sort of passion The Jetty group has demonstrated is uncommon and she has not seen a group of people so passionate. She continued that the Jetty Groups work cannot be overlooked, that is why she added the memorial section to commend their efforts.
3. Ms D Fletcher
Ms Fletcher questioned what would happened to the wildlife when the Jetty is demolished.
Ms de Jong responded that the environmental factor is a part of the construction methodology, she continued that the environmental factor does had complexity to an already complex project but will definitely be taken into account.
4. Mr B Pearce
Mr Pearce asked what has or is happening to the sleepers salvaged out of the water already.
Mr Walker responded that it is heritage fabric and is currently at the Shire Depot. Mr Walker said that the Shire is soon to work out what will happened with the sleepers.
5. Ms T Revell
Ms Revell questioned if the concrete platform would become hazardous from fishing excess and water and if you could fish all the way along the jetty or just in the middle section.
Ms de Jong responded that yes you will be able to fish the whole way along the jetty. Ms de Jong emphasised that they are building a recreational jetty and they have kept in mind whilst deigning the concept that there are different types of fishing styles, which they have tried to cater for.
6. Mr R Smoker
Mr Smoker spoke about the importance of timber of the jetty and the nostalgia when walking along it. Mr Smoker questioned if timber could be used more.
Ms de Jong responded that on her first visit to Esperance she went and looked at the condition of the timber at the Depot. She mentioned that the timber has amazing character and some slabs may be salvageable for use, particularly in the first section of the jetty that is on land and has support underneath it. Ms de Jong explained that the design has timber of the on the curbing of the jetty and one side balustrade is timber, to create the feeling like it’s a timber jetty. The concrete is to lengthen its deign life and for easier maintenance.
7. Mr J Andre
Mr Andre questioned if there will be ladders on the jetty?
Ms de Jong responded that ladders are a requirement, and they will be every 20 metres, as well as stairs to the lower platform.
8. Mr T Gray
Mr Gray wanted to confirm that the plan is to demolish and replace the Tanker Jetty with a new Jetty.
Cr Brown responded that yes that is the path Council is going down and it is supported by the Heritage Council and Minister for Heritage.
9. Mrs D Fletcher
Ms Fletcher questioned if someone or the Shire came into possession of a large amount of money, could they extend the jetty in the future.
Ms de Jong responded that yes it is possible, but is it a requirement from the Heritage Council to follow the heritage footprint. Ms de Jong explained that the jetty is estimated at 400m as they do not want to overpromise and under deliver.
Ms Fletcher questioned stated that she had heard certain fish may not return if the jetty is not a certain length, she questioned if this would be the case.
Ms de Jong responded that it is very deep sea, 400 metres off the Jetty Headland.
10. Ms P Wood
Ms Wood questioned how long the new jetty would last.
Ms de Jong stated that the design life for the new jetty is 50 years. She explained that the current Tanker Jetty has lasted well over its estimated life span. Ms de Jong stated that they do not plan on building it cheap, they want to build it strong so its actual life is as long as possible.
Miss Darge, Ms de Jong, Mr Daly, Ms Laing, Ms Dixon, Ms Nevin, Ms Kerr, Mr Gath, Mr Pearce, Ms Roffey, Ms Morris, Ms Dreckow, Ms Wood, Ms Mulcock,, Mr Stevens, Mr Greg, Mr McKenzie & Dr McCarthy left the Chamber at 5.55pm and did not return.
Motion |
Seconded: Cr McIntyre
That Council move item 12.2.1 forward for discussion. F9 - A0 |
Cr Bowman, Cr Brown and Cr Parker declared their interests and left the Chamber at 5:55pm.
In the absence of the Presiding Member and Deputy Presiding Member the Chief Executive Officer called for nomination for Presiding Member for the following item 12.2.1.
Mr Liddelow, Mr Graham, Mrs Graham, Mr Harkness, Ms Ayers, Mr Pickering left the Chamber 6.05 and did not return.
Motion |
Seconded: Cr McMullen
That Council elect Cr McIntyre as presiding member for item 12.2.1 F6 - A0 |
Cr McIntyre took the chair.
Suspension of Standing Orders |
Seconded:
That Standing Orders be suspended to allow for discussion of item 12.2.1 Due to lack of a seconder the above motion… LAPSED |
Seconded: Cr Piercey
Officer’s Recommendation That Council commit to the supply and installation of twelve (12) road grids, including the associated road and signage works, for the Esperance Extension to the State Barrier Fence project, over four (4) years, starting in the 2019/20 financial year, as part of the annual road construction program, for a current project estimate of $1,495,601 subject to: a. EPA approval for the Esperance Extension to the State Barrier Fence; and b. The State Government committing to construct the Esperance extension to the State Barrier Fence. F6 - A0 |
Cr Parker, Cr Brown & Cr Bowman returned to the Chamber at 6.04pm
Motion |
Seconded: Cr McMullen
That Council bring the following items forward and consider them en bloc: 12.1.1 Transfer of Reserve 35069 to the Shire of Esperance 12.1.2 Prioritisation of CSRFF Grant Applications 12.3.1 Lease Renewal - Goldfields Air Services - Airport Terminal Car Hire Desk 3 12.3.4 Financial Services Report - July 2018 12.4.2 Information Bulletin - July 2018 13.1 Minutes of Committees F9 - A0 |
en bloc |
Seconded: Cr McMullen
That Council adopt the officers recommendations for the following items: 12.1.1 Transfer of Reserve 35069 to the Shire of Esperance 12.1.2 Prioritisation of CSRFF Grant Applications 12.3.1 Lease Renewal - Goldfields Air Services - Airport Terminal Car Hire Desk 3 12.3.4 Financial Services Report - July 2018 12.4.2 Information Bulletin - July 2018 13.1 Minutes of Committees F9 - A0 |
Seconded: Cr McMullen
That Council accept the management of Reserve 35069 and agree to continued usage by the Cascade Primary School at agreed dates and times. F9 - A0 |
Seconded: Cr McMullen
That Council: 1. Endorses the CSRFF Small Grant Funding applications a. from the Shire of Esperance (being undertaken in conjunction with the Esperance Cycling Club) for $66,666 (ex GST) towards the upgrade of the Esperance Velodrome; and b. from the Esperance Squash Club for $27,000 (ex GST) towards the Upgrade of the Kitchen Amenities area and downstairs floor coverings; and 2. Prioritises the two applications as follows i. Shire of Esperance ii. Esperance Squash Club F9 - A0 |
Seconded: Cr McMullen
That the report entitled Monthly Financial Management Report (incorporating the Statement of Financial Activity) for the month of July 2018 as attached be received. F9 - A0 |
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Seconded: Cr McMullen
That Council accepts the Information Bulletin for July 2018 and; 1. Corporate Performance Report - July 2018 2. Appreciation Letter – Contributions Lake Monjingup Excursion - Esperance Senior High School Education Support Centre F9 - A0 |
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Seconded: Cr McMullen That Council receive the following unconfirmed committee minutes: 1. Museum Management Reference Group - 16 July 2018 F9 - A0 |
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Ms Ibrahim left the Chamber at 6.07pm and did not return.
12.1 External Services
Seconded: Cr McMullen
Officer’s Recommendation That Council waive the fees associated with utilising the Civic Centre for the memorial Service to be held in honour of the late Rev. Douglas Murray (OAM). F9 - A0 |
Mr Gath left the Chamber at 6.13pm and did not return.
Item 12.2.1 was moved forward.
Seconded: Cr Bowman
Officer’s Recommendation That Council endorse the Asset Management, COR 010: Customer and Complaints Handling and EXT 014: Public Art Policies inclusive of amendments, inclusions and deletions as reviewed. F9 - A0 |
Seconded: Cr McIntyre
Officer’s Recommendation That Council appoints organisational representatives as members of Council Committees as per the following table;
Council Resolution That Council appoints organisational representatives as members of Council Committees as per the following table with the removal of Jetty Replacement Working Group;
F9 - A0 |
Reason: Council wanted to remove the line regarding Goldfields - Esperance Development Commission representative on the Jetty Replacement Working Group as the representative has already been appointed in a Special Council Meeting held on 28 August 2018.
Miss Burton left the Chamber at 6.23pm and did not return.
Item 13.1 was moved forward in the meeting.
14. Motions of which Notice has been Given
Nil
15.. MEMBERS QUESTIONS WITH OR WITHOUT NOTICE
1. Cr Payne
Cr Payne questioned what agreement Cr Brown was signing in France and if Council had to approve the agreement and review the twin towns relationship before it happens.
Cr Brown responded she is not signing any new agreement, that as part of the event there would be a ceremony renewing the current relationship between Esperance and Ill de Re as twin towns.
Mr Scott added that this matter was dealt with when Council selected the delegates to go to France.
Cr Brown added that she will confirm that she is only resigning the original agreement with Ill de Re when she arrives.
16. Urgent Business Approved by Decision
Item 16.1 was moved forward in the meeting.
Ms Wood left the Chamber at 6.38pma and did not return.
17. Matters behind Closed Doors
Seconded: Cr McIntyre
That the meeting proceed behind closed doors in accordance with section 5.23(2) of the Local Government Act 1995, to consider the following items, which are considered confidential for the reasons indicated. 17.1 Proposed Direction Notice - Planning and Development Act 2005 - Pink Lake area This report is considered confidential in accordance with the Local Government Act 1995, as it relates to the personal affairs of any person (Section 5.23(2)(b)); and a matter that if disclosed, would reveal information about the business, professional, commercial or financial affairs of a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government (Section 5.23(2)(e)(iii)); and a matter that if disclosed, could be reasonably expected to prejudice the maintenance or enforcement of a lawful measure for protecting public safety (Section 5.23(2)(f)(iii)). F9 - A0 |
Suspension of Standing Orders |
Seconded: Cr Parker
That Section Nine (9.5) of the Standing Orders be suspended to allow for discussion of item 17.1. F9 - A0 |
Resumption of Standing Orders |
Seconded: Cr Parsons
That Standing Orders be resumed. F9 - A0 |
Seconded: Cr McIntyre
That the meeting come from behind closed doors.
F9 - A0 |
13. CLOSURE
The President declared the meeting closed at 6.52pm.
These Minutes were confirmed at a meeting held on _____________________
Signed ________________________________________
Presiding Member at the meeting at which the Minutes were confirmed.
Dated_____________________