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Thursday 16 May 2024

 

 


Ordinary Council Meeting

Thursday, 16 May 2024

 

Items of Business

 

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10.03     Notice of Motion - Use Of Borrowings And/Or Reserves To Mitigate Impacts Of a Rate Freeze

Attachment 1:..... FACT SHEET Rate Freeze Impacts.......................................................... 6

Attachment 2:..... 10.16 RF Impacts and Options Report (Feb2024).................................. 10

Attachment 3:..... Easy Reference 10.16 RF Impacts and Options Report......................... 30

10.05     Policy Review - Draft Policy Framework - Following Public Exhibition

Attachment 1:..... Draft Policy Framework........................................................................... 31

Attachment 2:..... Current Adopted Policy - Making of Council Policy................................. 35

10.06     Policy Review - Draft Determining Applications Lodged by Councillors and Staff Policy - Following Public Exhibition

Attachment :....... Draft Determining Applications Lodged by Councillors and Staff Policy 43

10.07     Policy Review - Draft Unreasonable Customer Conduct Policy - Following Public Exhibition

Attachment :....... Draft Policy - Unreasonable Customer Conduct Policy.......................... 47

10.08     Policy Review - Procurement Policy

Attachment :....... Draft Procurement Policy......................................................................... 53

10.09     Policy Review - Investment Policy - Following Public Exhibition

Attachment 1:..... Draft Investment Policy............................................................................ 61

Attachment 2:..... Draft Revised Investment Policy Engagement Summary Report........... 70

10.12     2023-2024 Operational Plan Third Quarter Status Report as at 31 March 2024

Attachment 1:..... 2023-2024 Operational Plan Quarterly Status Report as at 31 March 2024................................................................................................................. 73

Attachment 2:..... 2023-2024 Operational Plan Quarterly Exception Report as at 31 March 2024....................................................................................................... 201

Attachment 3:..... 2023-2024 Carry Over and Monthly Budget Adjustment Status Report as at 31 March 2024................................................................................... 224

10.13     Quarterly Budget Review Statement - March 2024

Attachment 1:..... March Quarterly Budget Review Statement - 2023-2024..................... 234

Attachment 2:..... March 2024 Quarterly Budget Review - Consultancy Engagements (Confidential).......................................................................................... 243

10.14     Investments and Loans - April 2024

Attachment 1:..... Port Macquarie Hastings Council Investment Report - 30 April 2024.. 244

Attachment 2:..... Port Macquarie Hastings Council Portfolio Valuation - 30 April 2024... 268

Attachment 3:..... Port Macquarie Hastings Council Loan Repayments - 2023-2024....... 275

10.15     Monthly Budget Review - April 2024

Attachment 1:..... April 2024 Budget Review..................................................................... 276

Attachment 2:..... Proposed 2023-2024 Works Program Deferrals................................... 281

10.17     DA2014/114 Thrumster Business Park - Works in Kind - Developer Works Deed Agreement - Sewer Works

Attachment :....... Letter of Offer - Developer Works Deed Sewer Works - Thrumster Business Park Pty Ltd............................................................................ 283

11.02     Camden Head Lookout Reserve Proposed Master Plan and Volunteer Management

Attachment 1:..... Draft Camden Head Masterplan Engagement Plan.............................. 287

Attachment 2:..... Volunteer management of Camden Head Lookout Engagement Report............................................................................................................... 294

Attachment 3:..... Draft Camden Head Master Plan for exhibition..................................... 318

12.01     Classification Of Council Land - 99 William Street, Port Macquarie

Attachment :....... Classification of Land - 99 William Street, Port Macquarie - Operational............................................................................................................... 320

12.02     Petition - Request for Review of Outdoor Dining Policy in Relation to Retractable Blinds

Attachment :....... Petition and Supporting Info - Request for Review of Outdoor Dining Policy regarding Retractable Blinds...................................................... 321

13.02     Easement Creation - 5130 Pacific Highway Kew

Attachment 1:..... Location Map - 5130 Pacific Highway Kew........................................... 353

Attachment 2:..... Plan - Proposed Easement to Williams - Right of Access Over Existing Track...................................................................................................... 354

13.03     Easement Creation - Part Bain Park Wauchope

Attachment 1:..... Location Plan Bain Park Wauchope...................................................... 355

Attachment 2:..... Plan Showing Encroachment Part Bain Park Wauchope..................... 356

13.04     Council Easement Acquisition - Lot 51 DP 1035553, 1 Clarke Lane Wauchope

Attachment 1:..... Attachment 1 - Location Map................................................................. 357

Attachment 2:..... Attachment 2 - Plan of Proposed Easements....................................... 358

Attachment 3:..... Attachment 3 - Proposed Works Map................................................... 359

13.07     Draft Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy 2024 - 2034

Attachment :....... Draft Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy 2024-2034................... 360

13.08     Policy Review - Unsealed Roads Policy

Attachment :....... Unsealed Roads Policy - draft............................................................... 376

13.09     Policy Review - Wastewater Services Policy

Attachment :....... Draft Wastewater Services Policy......................................................... 384

13.10     Policy Review - Draft Waste Services Policy - Following Public Exhibition

Attachment 1:..... Engagement Summary Report.............................................................. 415

Attachment 2:..... Submissions and Responses................................................................ 423

Attachment 3:..... Draft Waste Services Policy.................................................................. 430

13.11     Policy Review - Contribution for Paths Kerb and Gutter - Following Public Exhibition

Attachment :....... Contributions for Paths, Kerb and Gutter Policy - For Adoption........... 467      


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What we are trying to achieve

A community that works together in decision making that is defined as ethically, socially and environmentally responsible.

What the result will be

 

We will have:

              A community that has the opportunity to be involved in decision making

              Open, easy, meaningful, regular and diverse communication between the community and decision makers

              Partnerships and collaborative projects, that meet the community’s expectations, needs and challenges

              Knowledgeable, skilled and connected community leaders

              Strong corporate management that is transparent

 

How we will get there

 

1.1          Inform and engage with the community about what Council does using varied communication channels

1.2          Maintain strong partnerships between all stakeholders - local, state and federal — so that they are affective advocates for the community

1.3          Demonstrate leadership

1.4          Use innovative, efficient and sustainable practices

1.5          Ensure strong corporate and financial management that is transparent and accountable

 

 


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What we are trying to achieve

A healthy, inclusive and vibrant community.

 

What the result will be

 

We will have:

              Community hubs that provide access to services and social connections

              A safe, caring and connected community

              A healthy and active community that is supported by recreational infrastructure

              A strong community that is able to identify and address social issues

              Community participation in events, programs, festivals and activities

 

How we will get there

 

2.1     Create a community that feels safe

2.2     Advocate for social inclusion and fairness

2.3     Provide quality programs, community facilities and public spaces, for example, community halls, parks and vibrant town centres

2.4     Empower the community through encouraging active involvement in projects, volunteering and events

2.5     Promote a creative and culturally rich community

 

 


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What we are trying to achieve

A region that is a successful place that has vibrant, diversified and resilient regional economy that provides opportunities for people to live, learn, work, play and invest.

 

 

What the result will be

 

We will have:

          A strong economy that fosters a culture supportive of business and ensures economic development of the region

          Townships, villages and business precincts that are vibrant commercial, cultural, tourism, recreational and/or community hubs

          A region that attracts investment to create jobs

          Partnerships that maximise economic return and create an efficient and effective business environment

 

How we will get there

 

3.1     Embrace business and a stronger economy

3.2     Create vibrant and desirable places

3.3     Embrace opportunity and attract investment to support the wealth and growth of the community

3.4     Partner for success with key stakeholders in business, industry, government, education and the community

 

 


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What we are trying to achieve

A connected, sustainable, accessible community and environment that is protected now and into the future.

 

 

What the result will be

We will have:

              Effective management and maintenance of essential water, waste and sewer infrastructure

              A community that is prepared for natural events and climate change

              Sustainable and environmentally sensitive development outcomes that consider the impact on the natural environment

              Accessible transport network for our communities

              Infrastructure provision and maintenance that meets community expectations and needs

              Well planned communities that are linked to encourage and manage growth

              Accessible and protected waterways, foreshores, beaches and bushlands

              An environment that is protected and conserved for future generations

              Renewable energy options that are understood and accessible by the community

 

How we will get there

4.1     Provide (appropriate) infrastructure and services including water cycle management, waste management, and sewer management

4.2     Aim to minimise the impact of natural events and climate change, for example, floods, bushfires and coastal erosion

4.3     Facilitate development that is compatible with the natural and built environment

4.4     Plan for integrated transport systems that help people get around and link our communities

4.5     Plan for integrated and connected communities across the Port Macquarie-Hastings area

4.6     Restore and protect natural areas

4.7     Provide leadership in the development of renewable energy opportunities

4.8     Increase awareness of issues affecting our environment, including the preservation of flora and fauna

 


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