Ordinary Council

 

 

 

Thursday 15 May 2025

 

 


Ordinary Council Meeting

Thursday, 15 May 2025

 

Items of Business

 

Item       Subject                                                                                                                             Page

 

10.04     2025-2026 Councillor and Mayoral Fees

Attachment :....... 2025 Annual Determination LGRT............................................................ 6

10.05     2024-2025 Quarterly Budget Review Statement and Operational Plan Status Report as at 31 March 2025

Attachment 1:..... Attachment 1 - March 2025 Quarterly Budget Review Statement.......... 53

Attachment 2:..... Attachment 2 - March 2025 Quarterly Budget Review - Consultancy Engagements........................................................................................... 62

Attachment 3:..... Attachment 3 – 2024–2025 Operational Plan Quarterly Progress Report for the quarter ending 31 March 2025..................................................... 63

Attachment 4:..... Attachment 4 – 2024–2025 Operational Plan Quarterly Exception Report for the quarter ending 31 March 2025................................................... 135

Attachment 5:..... Attachment 5 – 2024–2025 Operational Plan Quarterly Exception (Actions Postponed) Report for the quarter ending 31 March 2025................... 141

Attachment 6:..... Attachment 6 - 2023-24 Carry Overs and Monthly Budget Reviews Status Report for the quarter ending 31 March 2025....................................... 157

10.06     Investments and Loans - April 2025

Attachment 1:..... Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Investment Report - 30 April 2025.. 179

Attachment 2:..... Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Portfolio Valuation - 30 April 2025.. 202

Attachment 3:..... Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Loan Repayments - 2024/25 Financial Year........................................................................................................ 208

10.07     Monthly Budget Review - April 2025

Attachment :....... April 2025 Budget Review..................................................................... 209

10.09     Development Activity and Assessment System Performance

Attachment :....... Unsatisfactory Development Assessment Performance Criteria.......... 211

10.10     Draft Asset Management Plans - Public Exhibition

Attachment 1:..... Draft Transport Asset Management Plan 2025-2035........................... 213

Attachment 2:..... Draft Water Asset Management Plan 2025-2035................................. 243

Attachment 3:..... Draft Sewerage Asset Management Plan 2025-2035........................... 276

Attachment 4:..... Draft Stormwater Asset Management Plan 2025-2035........................ 308

Attachment 5:..... Draft Waste Asset Management Plan 2025-2035................................. 340

Attachment 6:..... Draft Airport Asset Management Plan 2025-2035................................ 372

Attachment 7:..... Draft Buildings Asset Management Plan 2025-2035............................ 404

Attachment 8:..... Draft Glasshouse Asset Management Plan 2025-2035........................ 439

Attachment 9:..... Draft Aquatic Facilities Asset Management Plan 2025-2035................ 470

Attachment 10:... Draft Open Spaces and Cemeteries Asset Management Plan 2025-2035............................................................................................................... 500

Attachment 11:... Draft Foreshore, Coast and Estuaries, Natural Resources Asset Management Plan 2025-2035............................................................... 532

Attachment 12:... Draft Plant and Fleet Asset Management Plan 2025-2035.................. 560

10.11     Contracts Awarded Under S377 Local Government ACT

Attachment :....... Contracts awarded under S377 of the Local Government Act - 1 January 2025 to 31 March 2025.......................................................................... 590

11.01     Petition - Request Council to Develop a Domestic Violence Policy

Attachment :....... Petition - Request to Council to Develop a Domestic Violence Policy - Leonie McGuire...................................................................................... 592

11.02     Petition - Council to establish a formal Biodiversity Committee

Attachment :....... Petition - Council to establish a formal Biodiversity Committee - Les Mitchell................................................................................................... 646

11.03     Petition - Request that Council Establish a Climate Change and Resilience Advisory Committee

Attachment :....... Petition - Request that Council Establish a Climate Change and Resilience Advisory Committee - Lynda McNeil................................... 674

11.04     Findlay Park Master Plan - Post Public Exhibition

Attachment 1:..... Findlay Park Master Plan_May 2025.................................................... 696

Attachment 2:..... Community Engagement Report - Findlay Park Master Plan............... 713

13.01     PP2024.10.1 - Planning Proposal Assessment Report Highway Services Site Oxley Highway, Sancrox
Applicant - Barr Planning
Landowner Portcrox Pty Ltd

Attachment :....... Draft Planning Proposal......................................................................... 733

13.03     Land Acquisition - 109 Burrawan Forest Drive, Lake Innes

Attachment 1:..... Location of Proposed Land Acquisition................................................. 828

Attachment 2:..... Extent of Land Proposed to be Acquired.............................................. 829

13.04     Road Naming - Council Public Road Kew

Attachment 1:..... Map - Section of Ocean Drive Kew to be Named Tree Top View........ 830

Attachment 2:..... Submission............................................................................................ 832

13.05     Policy Review - Control of Burning - Post Public Exhibition

Attachment 1:..... Control of Burning Policy (Current)....................................................... 833

Attachment 2:..... Draft Control of Burning Policy (Proposed)........................................... 847

Attachment 3:..... Table of Amendments to Control of Burning Policy.............................. 861

Attachment 4:..... Engagement Summary Report - Draft Control of Burning Policy......... 865

13.06     Policy Review - Wastewater Services Policy Post Public Exhibition

Attachment 1:..... Policy...................................................................................................... 872

Attachment 2:..... Engagement Summary Report.............................................................. 894

Attachment 3:..... Policy Changes Summary..................................................................... 901

13.07     Policy Review - Water Supply Services Policy Post Public Exhibition

Attachment 1:..... Policy...................................................................................................... 905

Attachment 2:..... Engagement Report............................................................................... 943

Attachment 3:..... Policy Changes Summary..................................................................... 950

13.08     Policy Review - Liquid Trade Waste Policy - Amendments to Adopted Policy

Attachment :....... Liquid Trade Waste Policy..................................................................... 955

13.09     Stormwater Strategic Action Plan

Attachment 1:..... Stormwater Strategic Action Plan Community Engagement Report -March 2025....................................................................................................... 993

Attachment 2:..... Stormwater Strategic Action Plan 2025 (Public-facing Document).... 1002

13.10     Port Macquarie - Hastings Walking and Cycling Plan - May 2025 - Post Public Exhibition

Attachment 1:..... Draft Walking and Cycling Plan Engagement Report March 2025..... 1046

Attachment 2:..... PMHC Walking and Cycling Plan May 2025....................................... 1061

Attachment 3:..... Draft Walking and Cycling Plan Summary of Post Exhibition Changes 1111      


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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 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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