IPSWICH
CITY
COUNCIL
AGENDA
of the
Held in the Council Chambers
2nd floor – Council Administration Building
45 Roderick Street
IPSWICH QLD 4305
On Tuesday, 28 July 2020
At 9.00
am
Council Meeting Agenda |
28 July 2020 |
2. WELCOME TO COUNTRY OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY:
3. OPENING PRAYER:
4. APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE:
5. CONDOLENCES:
Condolonce Motion by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann
6. TRIBUTES:
8. PRESENTATIONS AND DEPUTATIONS:
9. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Professor Jacquie Rand – Item 19 of the General Purposes Committee Report – Community Cat Program Proposal
10. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN MATTERS ON THE AGENDA:
11. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES:
11.1. Ipswich City Council - Minutes of Meeting of 30 June 2020.......................... 5
11.2. Ipswich City Council - Minutes of Special Meeting of 30 June 2020........... 31
13. BUSINESS OUTSTANDING – INCLUDING CONDUCT MATTERS AND MATTERS LYING ON THE TABLE TO BE DEALT WITH:
14. RECEPTION AND CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS:
14.1. General Purposes Committee's Report........................................................ 71
14.2. Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee's Report............................... 101
15.1 2020 Committee and Council Meetings.................................................... 107
15.2 MustDo Brisbane Engagement.................................................................. 137
15.3 Monthly Finance Performance Report - June 2020................................... 141
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Council Meeting Agenda |
28 July 2020 |
Unconfirmed Minutes of Council Ordinary Meeting
30 June 2020
Held in the Council Chambers, Administration Building
45 Roderick Street, Ipswich
The meeting commenced at 12.31 pm
ATTENDANCE AT COMMENCEMENT |
Mayor Teresa Harding (Chairperson); Councillors Jacob Madsen, Sheila Ireland, Nicole Jonic, Paul Tully, Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle, Andrew Fechner, Kate Kunzelmann and Russell Milligan |
WELCOME TO COUNTRY OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY |
Councillor Kate Kunzelmann |
OPENING PRAYER |
Councillor Russell Milligan |
APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE |
Nil |
CONDOLENCES |
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully: That Council convey its condolences to the family of the late Noel Raymond Kelly OAM who passed away on 14 June 2020. |
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Attachments 1. Condolence Motion - Noel Raymond Kelly OAM |
TRIBUTES |
Nil |
PRESENTATION OF PETITIONS |
Nil |
PRESENTATIONS AND DEPUTATIONS |
Nil |
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION |
Mayor Teresa Harding noted 1 public participation submission received from a resident about plans for job growth. Response: Mayor Teresa Harding confirmed that this matter was addressed in the budget meeting earlier in the day. |
DECLARATION OF INTEREST
Councillor Andrew Fechner |
In accordance with section 175C(2) of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Andrew Fechner informed the meeting that he has a Material Personal Interest in Item 14.2 titled Reception and Consideration of Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee’s Report.
Councillor Andrew Fechner advised that he would leave the meeting room while this item was being discussed and voted on.
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DECLARATION OF INTEREST
Councillor jacob madsen |
In accordance with section 175E of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Jacob Madsen informed the meeting that he has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a conflict of interest in Item 14.2 titled Reception and Consideration of Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee’s Report.
The nature of the interest is that he is a member of the Ipswich Trades Hall and Labour Day Committee Executive which manages the Ipswich Trades Hall which is adjacent to the CBD redevelopment program that Council is undergoing.
Councillor Jacob Madsen came to the conclusion that because of the nature of the conflict, he will exclude himself from the meeting while this matter is debated and the vote taken.
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DECLARATION OF INTEREST
Councillor paul tully |
In accordance with section 175E of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Paul Tully informed the meeting that he has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a conflict of interest in Item 23 of the General Purposes Committee Report titled Council Community Assets and Infrastructure named after dismissed former Councillors.
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Tully’s name is mentioned within the report.
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DECLARATION OF INTEREST
Councillor sheila ireland |
In accordance with section 175E of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Sheila Ireland informed the meeting that she has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a conflict of interest in Item 23 of the General Purposes Committee Report titled Council Community Assets and Infrastructure named after dismissed former Councillors.
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Ireland’s name is mentioned within the report.
It was moved by Mayor Teresa Harding and seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle that because there is no personal or financial benefit to Councillors Sheila Ireland and Paul Tully that they remain in the meeting but not participate in the vote on the matter.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Jonic Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
Councillors Sheila Ireland and Paul Tully did not take part in the vote on this matter.
The motion was put and carried. |
Confirmation of Minutes
11.1 Confirmation of Minutes of Ordinary Meeting of 26 may 2020 |
Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner: That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 26 May 2020 be confirmed. |
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
11.2 Confirmation of Minutes of Special Meeting of 17 june 2020 |
Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: That the Minutes of the Special Meeting held on 17 June 2020 be confirmed. |
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
MAYORAL MINUTE |
Nil |
BUSINESS OUTSTANDING – MATTERS LYING on the TABLE TO BE DEALT WITH |
Nil |
PRESENTATIONS AND DEPUTATIONS |
Nil |
Reception and Consideration of Committee Reports
14.1 General Purposes Committee
ITEM 1 - 2020-2025 INDIGENOUS ACCORD |
Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That Council endorse the 2020-2025 Indigenous Accord.
B. That Council monitor and report on a six monthly basis on how the Indigenous Accord is progressing.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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General Purposes Committee
ITEM 2 - city of ipswich parking pricing strategy
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Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That the City of Ipswich Parking Pricing Strategy – as detailed in Attachment 1 of the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020, be adopted. B. That Council officers commence implementing the City of Ipswich Parking Pricing Strategy. C. That Council officers commence investigations into the alternative use of parking revenue for the purpose of sustainable transport initiatives but not prior to the 2021-2022 Financial Year. D. That Council commence a 6 month trial of a 15 minute free parking ‘grace’ period for parking areas within the Ipswich City Centre as outlined in the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020. E. That Council commence a 6 month trial regarding the removal of Saturday timed and priced parking within the Ipswich City Centre as outlined in the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020.
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VARIATION TO MOTION |
Councillor Jacob Madsen proposed a variation to the motion:
That the following words be included at the end of paragraphs D and E ‘and schedule the 6 month trial to commence in October 2020 following community notification’.
The mover and seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed variation. D. That Council commence a 6 month trial of a 15 minutes free parking ‘grace’ period for parking areas within the Ipswich City Centre as outlined in the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020 and schedule the 6 month trial to commence in October 2020 following community notification. E. That Council commence a 6 month trial regarding the removal of Saturday timed and priced parking within the Ipswich City Centre as outlined in the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020 and schedule the 6 month trial to commence in October 2020 following community notification.
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AMENDMENT TO VARIATION MOTION |
Councillor Paul Tully moved an amendment to Recommendation E of the proposed variation:
Seconded by Councillor Sheila Ireland:
E. That Council commence a 6 month trial regarding the removal of Saturday timed and priced parking within the Ipswich City Centre as outlined in the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020 and schedule the 6 month trial to commence from 1 September 2020 following community notification.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Ireland Harding Tully Madsen Doyle Jonic Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and lost. |
ORIGINAL VARIATION MOTION |
Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: D. That Council commence a 6 month trial of a 15 minutes free parking ‘grace’ period for parking areas within the Ipswich City Centre as outlined in the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020 and schedule the 6 month trial to commence in October 2020 following community notification. E. That Council commence a 6 month trial regarding the removal of Saturday timed and priced parking within the Ipswich City Centre as outlined in the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020 and schedule the 6 month trial to commence in October 2020 following community notification.
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Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That the City of Ipswich Parking Pricing Strategy – as detailed in Attachment 1 of the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020, be adopted. B. That Council officers commence implementing the City of Ipswich Parking Pricing Strategy. C. That Council officers commence investigations into the alternative use of parking revenue for the purpose of sustainable transport initiatives but not prior to the 2021-2022 Financial Year. D. That Council commence a 6 month trial of a 15 minute free parking ‘grace’ period for parking areas within the Ipswich City Centre as outlined in the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020 and schedule the 6 month trial to commence in October 2020 following community notification. E. That Council commence a 6 month trial regarding the removal of Saturday timed and priced parking within the Ipswich City Centre as outlined in the report by the Transport Planner (Transport Planning) dated 20 May 2020 and schedule the 6 month trial to commence in October 2020 following community notification.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
General Purposes Committee
ITEM 3 - development Application 1421/19/MADP - Master Area Development Plan Development Area 22A and 22B (Alternative Dispute Resolution Assessment |
Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: That Council issue a revised decision notice for application no. 1421/2019/ADP as specified in Attachment A.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
General Purposes Committee
ITEM 4 - Development Application 5911/2019 Area Development Plan Application - Premier Sports Facility Development Area 22A
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Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: That Council approve development application no. 5911/2019 subject to conditions in accordance with section 2.2.4.10 of the Springfield Structure Plan.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
General Purposes Committee
ITEM 5 - Review of Materials Recovery Plan
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Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: A. That Council retain the Materials Recovery Plan 2017-2031 in its current state whilst commencing a detailed and comprehensive review of the Plan in 2020-2021. B. That Council undertake a major review of the Materials Recovery Plan in 2020-2021, in accordance with the Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011. C. That comprehensive community engagement be undertaken as part of the major review in accordance with Division 2 section 125 of the Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011. D. That the Mining and Waste round table be included in consultation.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
SUPPLEMENTARY MOTION |
Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen: Seconded by Councillor Sheila Ireland: E. That a review of the Materials Recovery Plan consider the feasibility of turning green waste into mulch that is available to the public.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
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Attachments 1. Materials Recover Plan updated report 2. Attachment 1 3. Attachment 2 |
General Purposes Committee
Item 6 - Land for Wildlife South East Queensland Update |
Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: A. That Council continue to participate in the regional Land for Wildlife program and endorse the Terms of Reference and the Land for Wildlife South East Queensland 10 year Strategic Plan, as outlined in Attachments 4 and 5 respectively. B. That Council provide a funding contribution of $12,605 for 2020-2021 to Sunshine Coast Regional Council for the recruitment of a Regional Coordinator of Land for Wildlife South East Queensland from 1 July 2020 until 30 June 2021. C. That
Council provide a commitment to Sunshine Coast Regional Council towards the
three-year funding model for recruitment of a Regional Coordinator for the
period 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2023. |
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
Adjourn Meeting |
Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen: That the meeting be adjourned at 1.26 pm to reconvene at 1.36 pm. The meeting reconvened at 1.36 pm. |
General Purposes Committee item 7 - Disaster Management Policies |
Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: A. That the policy titled ‘Disaster Management’ as detailed in Attachment 1, be adopted. B. That the policy titled ‘Collection of Storm Damaged Vegetation’, adopted at Council on 3 April 1996, be repealed. |
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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General Purposes Committee item 8 - Amendment to Community Christmas Carols Partnerships Agreements |
Moved by Councillor Sheila Ireland: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: That further to the Recommendation relating to Item 2 of the Economic Development Committee No. 2019(08) and adopted at the Council Ordinary Meeting of 20 August 2019, as outlined in the report, endorsing event sponsorship support for the Brassall Christmas in the Park and Carols at Robelle Domain for 2020, Council provide additional in-kind support not exceeding a value of $4,595.00 for the support of each of Brassall Christmas in the Park and Carols at Robelle Domain if a lack of local business sponsorship due to COVID-19 impacts can be demonstrated. |
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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General Purposes Committee
ITEMS 9 TO 25 EXCLUDING ITEM 23 |
Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Councillor Nicole Jonic: That Council adopt the recommendations for Items 9 to 25 (as detailed below) with the exception of Item 23 of the General Purposes Committee Report No. 2020(02) of 23 June 2020.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Madsen Harding Ireland Doyle Jonic Kunzelmann Tully Milligan Fechner
The motion was put and carried.
This block motion adopted the following recommendations of the General Purposes Committee No 2020(02) of 23 June 2020 as resolutions of the Council:
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ITEM 9 - Major Community Event Sponsorship - LiveCity Church (Redbank Plains Community Christmas Carols) and Tivioli Social Enterprises (Colours of Christmas Festival)
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A. That Livecity Church receive the following support for the Redbank Plains Community Christmas Carols: · 2021 - $15,000.00 ex GST financial support
B. That Tivoli Social Enterprises receive the following support for the Colours of Christmas Festival: · 2020 - $15,000.00 ex GST financial support · 2021 - $15,000.00 ex GST financial support
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Attachments 1. Major Community Event Sponsorship updated report |
ITEM 10 - Community Donation Requests |
A. That Council approve a community donation of $2,387.25 to the Christian Reformed Church of Tivoli to purchase electronic equipment for the ‘Keeping the Community Connected’ initiative. B. That Council approve a community donation of $11,474.27 to Y-Care (South East Queensland) Inc towards purchasing a second hand portable coffee cart and equipment, and to engage a professional artist. C. That
Council approve a community donation of $10,000.00 to Ipswich State High
School P&C towards the purchase and installation of goal posts for the
Ipswich State High School girls’ football program. D. That Council approve a community donation of $36,420.00 to the Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway Co-op Ltd toward the purchase and transport of a locomotive from Zig Zag Railway, New South Wales.
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ITEM 11 - Community Donations Report
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That the report be received and the contents noted.
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ITEM 12 - Update of ICT Open Data Policy |
That the policy titled ‘Open Data’ be amended as detailed in Attachment 1.
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ITEM 13 - Recommended repeal of Council policies on operational employee matters |
That Council resolve to repeal the following Policies in line with Council’s Policy and Procedure Framework as they cover operational employee matters: A. On call at Home for Emergency Work Outside Ordinary Working Hours Policy B. Workplace Relations Policy C. Clothing – State Award Employees Policy D. First Aid Policy E. Long Serving Employees Policy F. Membership of Professional Associations and Reimbursement of Individual Membership Fees Policy G. Reimbursement of Telephone Expenses Policy H. Salary Packaging Policy, and I. Study Assistance Policy.
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ITEM 14 - Tender Consideration Plan - Procurement of Creative Services |
A. That Council resolve to prepare a Tender Consideration Plan for Creative Services in accordance with section 230(1)(a) of the Local Government Regulation 2012.
B. That Council resolve to adopt the Quote or Tender Consideration Plan for Procurement of Creative Services as outlined in the report by the City Events Manager dated 1 June 2020 in accordance with section 230(1)(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012.
C. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of any contract prepared in line with this Tender Consideration Plan for the procurement of Creative Services to be executed by Council and to do any other acts necessary to implement council’s decision in accordance with section 13(3) of the Local Government Act 2009.
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ITEM 15 - Proposed Ipswich Adopted Infrastructure Charges Resolution (No. 1) 2020
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That Council adopt the Adopted Infrastructure Charges Resolution as detailed in Attachment 2 pursuant to s113 of the Planning Act 2016 as the Ipswich Adopted Infrastructure Charges Resolution (No. 1) 2020.
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ITEM 16 - Rates Timetable for 2020-2021 |
That the Rates Timetable, including issue dates and due dates, for the 2020-2021 year as detailed in Table 1, be adopted: Table 1
*previous period between the original due date and the first due date in 2020-2021 was 13 weeks.
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ITEM 17 - Monthly Finance Performance Report - April 2020 |
That the report on Council’s financial performance for the period ending 30 April 2020, submitted in accordance with section 204 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 be considered and noted by Council.
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ITEM 18 - Monthly Finance Performance Report - May 2020 |
That the report on Council’s financial performance for the period ending 31 May 2020, submitted in accordance with section 204 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 be considered and noted by Council.
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ITEM 19 - Queensland Audit Office 2020 Interim Audit Report |
That the report concerning the Queensland Audit Office 2020 Interim Audit Report as detailed in Attachment 1 of the report by the Principal Financial Accountant dated 25 May 2020 be received and noted.
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ITEM 20 - Repeal of previous Council decision for Proposed New Telecommunications Lease to Optus Mobile Pty Ltd located at 102 Champions Way, Willowbank |
A. That Council’s previous decision of the Growth and Infrastructure Committee, item No. 7 on 9 July 2019 and adopted at the Council Ordinary meeting of 16 July 2019, to enter into an eight (8) year lease with Optus Mobile Pty Limited for an equipment shelter commencing on 1 July 2019 and expiring 30 June 2027, be repealed. B. That Council enter into a seven (7) year lease with a revised lease term commencing on 1 July 2020 and expiring 30 June 2027. C. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of the proposed new lease arrangement as detailed in Recommendation A and B of this report and do any other acts necessary to implement Council’s decision in accordance with section 13(3) of the Local Government Act 2009.
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ITEM 21 - Update on Library Services Strategy and Policy
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That the report be received and the contents noted.
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ITEM 22 - Caption Options for Council Meetings
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That the report be received and noted.
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ITEM 24 - Court Action Status Report
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That the report be received and the contents noted.
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ITEM 25 - Exercise Of Delegation Report
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That the report be received and the contents noted.
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General Purposes Committee item 23 - Council community assets and infrastructure named after dismissed former Councillors
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Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: That the report be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Jonic Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan Due to a previously declared conflict of interest Councillors Sheila Ireland and Paul Tully did not take part in the vote on this matter. The motion was put and carried. |
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At 1.50 pm Councillors Andrew Fechner and Jacob Madsen left the meeting room.
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14.2 Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee
Item 1 - Ipswich Central Executive Report No 16 to 4 June 2020 |
Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That the report on the Ipswich Central Executive Report No 16 to 4 June 2020 be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Kunzelmann Milligan
All Councillors except Councillor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken.
The motion was put and carried. |
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee
ITEM 2 - Retail Leasing Program Status - Ipswich Central Redevelopment |
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: That the report be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Kunzelmann Milligan All Councillors except Councillor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken. The motion was put and carried. |
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee
ITEM 3 - Ministerial Exemption Retail Leasing - Ipswich Central Redevelopment |
Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That the report be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Kunzelmann Milligan All Councillors except Councillor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken. The motion was put and carried. |
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee ITEM 5 - Ipswich Central Redevelopment - Retail and Commercial Property Strategy
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Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: That the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Retail and Commercial Property Strategy as adopted by the Interim Administrator at the Council Ordinary Meeting of 28 October 2019 be endorsed by Council.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Kunzelmann Milligan All Councillors except Councillor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken. The motion was put and carried. |
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee
ITEM 6 - Nicholas Street Place Activation Plan - Ipswich Central Redevelopment |
Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That the Place Activation Plan be received and considered for endorsement. B. That the Events, Activation and Placemaking sub-working group finalise the resourcing, framework and budget required to implement this plan and present this at a future meeting of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Kunzelmann Milligan All Councillors except Councillor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken. The motion was put and carried. |
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee
ITEM 7 - Commonwealth Hotel Reconstruction - Ipswich Central RedevelopmenT
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Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: A. That Tender No. 14518 for the Commonwealth Hotel Reconstruction be awarded to Built Qld Pty Ltd (ABN 43 108 064 099). B. That Council enter into a contract with Built Qld Pty Ltd (ABN 43 108 064 099) for the Commonwealth Hotel Reconstruction for the sum of Two Million, Three Hundred and Fifty-Three Thousand, Five Hundred and Twenty-Nine Dollars ($2,353,529 (excl GST)) for a period of 23 weeks until practical completion plus 52 weeks defects liability period. C. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of the contract to be executed by Council and to do any other acts necessary to implement Council’s decision in accordance with section 13(3) of the Local Government Act 2009.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Kunzelmann Milligan All Councillors except Councillor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken. The motion was put and carried.
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Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee
ITEM 8 - Ipswich Central Redevelopment Public Art |
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: That the report be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Kunzelmann Milligan All Councillors except Councillor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken. The motion was put and carried.
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Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee
ITEM 9 - Nicholas Street Redevelopment Communications and Engagement Report |
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: A. That the report be received and the contents noted. B. That Council continue to update and implement a communications and engagement strategy for the Nicholas Street Precinct as detailed in “Part 4” of Attachment 1. |
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Kunzelmann Milligan All Councillors except Councillor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken. The motion was put and carried. |
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At 2.09 pm Councillors Jacob Madsen and Andrew Fechner returned to the meeting room.
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Officers’ Reports
Attachment 3 to this report is confidential in accordance with section 275(1)(e) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 – “contracts proposed to be made by it” as the attachment includes commercial in-confidence information. |
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15.1 Finalisation of Funding Agreement and Variation Deeds for Brisbane Lions Stadium |
Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That Council enter into a funding deed with the Brisbane Lions for the construction of the stadium and the embellishment of the adjacent community sporting field. B. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to finalise the negotiations and execute the deed to vary the Springfield Town Centre Infrastructure Agreement to recognise the transfer of credits for open space and transport between Springfield Town Centre and the balance of Springfield. C. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to finalise the negotiations and execute the variation to the categorisation of rates dispute settlement deed with Springfield City Group. D. That Council, pursuant to section 257 of the Local Government Act 2009, delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the authority to finalise and execute the deeds with the Brisbane Lions and Springfield City Group and to do any other acts necessary to implement Council’s decision.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
15.2 Representation on the Darling Downs-Moreton Rabbit Board |
Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen: Seconded by Councillor Nicole Jonic: That Council nominate Councillor Russell Milligan and Councillor Kate Kunzelmann to be considered for appointment to the Darling Downs-Moreton Rabbit Board.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
15.3 Resolution to Close Public Land - 2020-2021 Fire Season Fuel Reduction Program |
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That Council resolve to exercise the power under section 10(1) of Local Law 7 as a consequence of a planned schedule of hazard reduction burns occurring between 1 July 2020 and 31 September 2020.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
Attachment 1 to this report is confidential in accordance with section 275(1)(h) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 – “other business for which a public discussion would be likely to prejudice the interests of the local government or someone else, or enable a person to gain a financial advantage” as the attachment includes contractual terms entered into between the tenderer and Council. |
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15.4 Supply of Electricity for Small Contestable Sites under Local Buy Contract |
Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Councillor Jacob Madsen: A. That Council note that the Supply of Electricity for Small Contestable Sites under Local Buy Contract number BUS 275 - 0420 was awarded to ERM Power Retail Pty Ltd. B. That Council note that a contract has been entered into with ERM Power Retail Pty Ltd for the Supply of Small Contestable Site Electricity for the anticipated sum of one million, seven hundred and fifty four thousand, one hundred and ninety dollars and seventy four cents ($1,754,190.74) for a period of three (3) years.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
Notices of Motion
16.1 Notice of Motion - Ipswich Community Cat Program |
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That a report be prepared for consideration at the General Purposes Committee scheduled for 21 July 2020 on the feasibility of Council supporting an Ipswich Community Cat Program as proposed by the Australian Pet Welfare Foundation.
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VARIATION TO MOTION |
Councillor Kate Kunzelmann proposed a variation to the motion:
That the report include some indication of the history and success of previous cat management programs.
The mover and seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed variation. |
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Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That a report be prepared for consideration at the General Purposes Committee scheduled for 21 July 2020 on the feasibility of Council supporting an Ipswich Community Cat Program as proposed by the Australian Pet Welfare Foundation.
B. That the report include some indication of the history and success of previous cat management programs.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
16.2 Notice of Motion - Repeal of Council Decision regarding the 40km/h school zone on Augusta Parkway, Augustine Heights |
Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic: Seconded by Councillor Paul Tully: That Recommendation C (outlined below) of Item 8 of the Growth and Infrastructure Committee Report No. 2019(11) of 12 November 2019, resolved at the Council Ordinary Meeting held on 19 November 2019, be repealed:
Recommendation C from previous Officer’s Report “That Council remove the existing 40km/h school zone on Augusta Parkway, Augustine Heights in the vicinity of St Augustine’s College based on a reassessment of the site following recent changes to the ‘School Environment Safety Guidelines’ as outlined in the report”
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
Questions on Notice
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Nil |
MEETING CLOSED |
The meeting closed at 2.43 pm. |
“These minutes are subject to confirmation at the next scheduled Council Ordinary Meeting”
Council Meeting Agenda |
28 July 2020 |
Unconfirmed Minutes of Council Special Meeting
30 June 2020
Held in the Council Chambers, Administration Building
45 Roderick Street, Ipswich
The meeting commenced at 9.30 am
ATTENDANCE AT COMMENCEMENT |
Mayor Teresa Harding (Chairperson); Councillors Jacob Madsen, Sheila Ireland, Nicole Jonic, Paul Tully, Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle, Andrew Fechner, Kate Kunzelmann and Russell Milligan |
WELCOME TO COUNTRY OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY |
Councillor Kate Kunzelmann |
OPENING PRAYER |
Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle |
APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE |
Nil |
DECLARATION OF INTEREST COUNCILLOR SHEILA IRELAND |
In accordance with section 175E of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Sheila Ireland informed the meeting that she has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a conflict of interest relating to Attachment 4 of Item 5.8 titled Rate Concession – Charitable, Non Profit/Sporting Organisation.
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Ireland was a member of the Queensland Country Women’s Association in 2015-2016.
It was moved by Mayor Teresa Harding, seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle that because there is no personal or financial benefit to Councillor Ireland she may participate in the meeting in relation to the matter, including by voting on the matter. |
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
Councillor Sheila Ireland did not take part in the vote on this matter.
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DECLARATION OF INTEREST COUNCILLOR JACOB MADSEN |
In accordance with section 175E of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Jacob Madsen informed the meeting that he has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a conflict of interest relating to Attachment 5 of Item 5.8 titled Rate Concession – Charitable, Non Profit/Sporting Organisation.
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Madsen is a member of the executive of the Ipswich Trades Hall and Labour Day Committee which operates the building. He is the assistant secretary and takes minutes at meetings however the rules of the committee outline that as a position which is on the executive, he has some involvement in decision making by the entity.
Councillor Jacob Madsen came to the conclusion that because of the nature of the conflict, he will exclude himself from the meeting while this matter is debated and the vote taken.
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DECLARATION OF INTEREST COUNCILLOR PAUL TULLY |
In accordance with section 175E of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Paul Tully informed the meeting that he has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a conflict of interest relating to Attachment 5 of Item 5.8 titled Rate Concession – Charitable, Non Profit/Sporting Organisation.
The nature of Councillor Tully’s interest it that he: · is a former president and former patron of Goodna District Rugby League Club · is an honorary life member of the Goodna Bowls Club · provides pro-bono migration advice to clients of the West Moreton Migrant Resource Service · his spouse is employed by the Salvation Army Property Trust.
It was moved by Mayor Teresa Harding and seconded by Councillor Sheila Ireland that because there is no personal or financial benefit to Councillor Tully he may remain in the meeting but not participate in the vote on the matter.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
Councillor Paul Tully did not take part in the vote on this matter.
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DECLARATION OF INTEREST MAYOR TERESA HARDING |
In accordance with section 175E of the Local Government Act 2009, Mayor Teresa Harding informed the meeting that she has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a conflict of interest relating to Attachment 3 of Item 5.8 titled Rate Concession – Charitable, Non Profit/Sporting Organisation.
The nature of the interest is that Mayor Harding is a patron of Ipswich Legacy.
It was moved by Mayor Teresa Harding and seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann that because there is no personal or financial benefit to Mayor Harding she may remain in the meeting but not participate in the vote on the matter.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Madsen Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
Mayor Teresa Harding did not take part in the vote on this matter.
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MAYORAL MINUTE – REMUNERATION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTED MEMBERS |
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: That Ipswich City Council (“Council”), having consideration for the current financial challenges being experienced both by Council and our communities as a result of recent significant events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, resolve as follows:
A. That, in accordance with section 247 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Council forego the proposed wage increase for the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councillors awarded to all Level 6 Councillors for 2020-2021, as approved by the Local Government Remuneration Commission.
B. That Council approve the remuneration to be paid to the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councillors for 2020-2021 be maintained as the 2019-2020 financial year rate as detailed below:
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
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Attachments 1. Mayoral Minute - Remuneration of Local Government Elected Members |
Budget Speech for adoption of the 2020-2021 budget |
Mayor Teresa Harding presented her inaugural budget speech. |
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Attachments 1. Budget Speech 30 June 2020 |
Officers' reports:
5.1 Adoption of the 2020-2021 Budget and associated matters |
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: A. That Ipswich City Council receive and note the contents of the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020 concerning the 2020‑2021 Budget and associated matters. B. That Ipswich City Council receive and note the Statement of Estimated Financial Position for the previous financial year 2019‑2020, outlined in Attachment 1 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. C. That in accordance with section 81 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council decide the different rating categories of rateable land in the local government area as follows: (a) the rating categories of rateable land in the local government area are in column 1 of the table below which is stated in Part 2 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020; (b) the description of each of the rating categories of rateable land in the local government area are in column 2 of the table below which is stated in Part 2 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020; (c) the rating category to which each parcel of rateable land in the local government area belongs, is the rating category which is included in the Council’s rating files at the date of issue of a relevant quarterly rating assessment notice.
D. That in accordance with section 257 of the Local Government Act 2009, Ipswich City Council delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to identify the rating category to which each parcel of rateable land belongs under section 81(4) and (5), section 82 and any other applicable provision of Chapter 4 of the Local Government Regulation 2012. E. That in accordance with section 94 of the Local Government Act 2009 and section 80 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council decide to levy differential general rates on rateable land in the local government area, on the basis stated in Part 2 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. F. That in accordance with section 74 and section 76 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council decide that the rateable value of land for the financial year will be the three (3)-year averaged value of the land, on the basis stated in Part 2 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. G. That
in accordance with section 80 of the Local Government Regulation 2012,
Ipswich City Council decide that the differential general rates for each
rating category of rateable land in the local government area is that in
column 2 of the table below which is stated in Part 2 of the 2020‑2021
Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated
25 June 2020.
H. That in accordance with section 77 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council decide that the minimum amount of general rates for certain rating categories of rateable land in the local government area is to be fixed to that amount in column 3 of the table in Resolution G, on the basis stated in Part 2 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. I. That in accordance with section 116 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council decide to limit the increase in the differential general rates for certain rating categories of rateable land in the local government area to not more than the differential general rates for the last financial year increased by the percentage stated in column 4 of the table in Resolution G, on the basis stated in Part 2 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. J. That in accordance with section 94 of the Local Government Act 2009 and section 99 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council decide to levy utility charges for waste management services on rateable land in the local government area that are in column 2 of the table below, on the basis stated in Part 3 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020.
K. That in accordance with section 94 of the Local Government Act 2009, section 94 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 and section 128A of the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990, Ipswich City Council decide to levy a special charge of $39 per annum for the Rural Fire Brigades Services for the services, facilities or activities identified in the Rural Fire Resources Levy Special Charge Overall Plan, on rateable land in the local government area that specially benefits from the Rural Fire Brigades Services, on the basis stated in Part 4 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. L. That in accordance with section 94 of the Local Government Act 2009, section 103 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 and section 128A of the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990, Ipswich City Council decide to levy a separate charge of $3 per annum for the Rural Fire Brigades Services on rateable land in the local government area, on the basis stated in Part 5 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. M. That in accordance with section 94 of the Local Government Act 2009 and section 103 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council decide to levy a separate charge of $46 per annum for the Ipswich Enviroplan on rateable land in the local government area, on the basis stated in Part 6 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. N. That in accordance with section 107 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 and section 114 of the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990, Ipswich City Council decide that rates and charges (including the Emergency Management Levy) will be levied quarterly on the basis stated in Part 7 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. O. That Ipswich City Council decide on the basis stated in Part 7 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020, the following: (a) the period within which rates and charges (including the Emergency Management Levy under section 115 of the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990) must be paid in accordance with section 118 of the Local Government Regulation 2012; (b) to allow ratepayers to pay rates and charges (including the Emergency Management Levy) by instalments in accordance with section 129 of the Local Government Regulation 2012; (c) to allow a discount for payment of rates and charges before the end of a period that ends on or before the due date for payment in accordance with section 130 of the Local Government Regulation 2012. P. That in accordance with section 133 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council decide that interest is payable on overdue rates and charges, at an annual rate of 8.53%, on the basis stated in Part 8 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. Q. That in accordance with Chapter 4, Part 10 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council decide to grant a concession for rates and charges to an eligible pensioner who owns and occupies rateable land, on the basis stated in Part 9 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. R. That in accordance with section 192 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council adopt the Debt Policy for 2020-2021 which is stated in Part 11 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. S. That in accordance with section 191 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council adopt the Investment Policy for 2020‑2021 which is stated in Part 12 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. T. That Ipswich City Council adopt the Financial Management Policy for 2020‑2021 which is stated in Part 13 of the 2020‑2021 Budget in Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020. U. That in accordance with section 104 of the Local Government Act 2009 and section 170 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Ipswich City Council consider and adopt the 2020‑2021 Budget, which is Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020, that includes the following: (a) the Budget and Long-Term Financial Forecast which is stated in Part 1, including the Forecast Financial Statements: Statement of Income and Expenditure, Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Cash Flows and Statement of Changes in Equity; (b) the Revenue Statement which is stated in Part 10; (c) the Revenue Policy which is stated in Part 15; (d) the relevant measures of financial sustainability which is stated in Part 1; (e) the total value of the change, expressed as a percentage, in the rates and utility charges levied for the financial year compared with the rates and utility charges levied in the previous budget which is stated in Part 1. V. That it be recorded that in each case where a preceding Resolution refers to the whole or a part of a document which is in Attachment 1 or Attachment 2 to the report by the Manager, Finance dated 25 June 2020, the whole or part of the document is incorporated by reference into and forms part of the terms and content of the Resolution.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
5.2 Ipswich City Council Operational Plan 2020-2021 |
Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That Council adopt the Operational Plan 2020-2021 as detailed in Attachment 1.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
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Attachments 1. Operational Plan |
5.3 Proposed 2020-2021 Fees and Charges |
Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: A. That the proposed 2020-2021 Fees and Charges, as detailed in Attachment 1 to the report by the Treasury Accounting Manager dated 8 June 2020, excluding pages 16 to 18 and 19 to 23, be adopted with an effective date of 1 July 2020. B. That the amendments to Fees and Charges for 2020-2021, as detailed in Attachment 2 to the report by the Treasury Accounting Manager dated 8 June 2020, be received and noted. C. That the extension of COVID-19 fee relief measures for environmental health services, parks, sporting grounds and community facilities hire to 30 September 2020, as outlined in Attachment 4 to the report by the Treasury Accounting Manager dated 8 June 2020, be adopted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
5.4 Rates relief in response to COVID-19 |
Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That in response to the COVID‑19 pandemic, Ipswich City Council approve the use of payment arrangements, granting of discounts and waiving of interest, generally in line with the report by the Treasury Accounting Manager dated 11 June 2020, for ratepayers who have been financially impacted by the COVID‑19 Pandemic. B. That the Chief Executive Officer implement appropriate administrative arrangements to facilitate the provision of payment arrangements, granting of discounts and waiving of interest, generally in line with the report by the Treasury Accounting Manager dated 11 June 2020, for ratepayers who have been financially impacted by the COVID‑19 Pandemic.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
5.5 Overall Plan for the Rural Fire Resources Levy Special Charge |
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: That in accordance with section 94 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, the Overall Plan for the Rural Fire Resources Levy Special Charge, as detailed in the report by the Treasury Accounting Manager dated 29 May 2020, be adopted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
Attachment 2 to this report is confidential in accordance with section 275(1)(d) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 – “rating concession” as the attachment includes correspondence with the property owners. |
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5.6 Concession for General Rates - various properties |
Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: A. That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the properties detailed in Table 1, be granted a 100% concession on the differential general rate for the 2018‑2019 and 2019‑2020 financial years, backdated as detailed in Table 1. B. That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the properties detailed in Table 1, be granted a 100% concession on the differential general rate for the 2020-2021 financial year. Table 1
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
Attachment 2 to this report is confidential in accordance with section 275(1)(d) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 – “rating concession” as the attachment includes correspondence with the property owner. |
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5.7 Concession for General Rates - 4 Cribb Street, SADLIERS CROSSING QLD 4305 |
Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner: A. That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the property at 4 Cribb Street, SADLIERS CROSSING QLD 4305, be granted a 100% concession of the differential general rate for the 2019‑2020 financial year, backdated to 28 January 2020. B. That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the property at 4 Cribb Street, SADLIERS CROSSING QLD 4305, be granted a 100% concession of the differential general rate for the 2020-2021 financial year.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
5.8 Rate Concession - Charitable, Non Profit/Sporting Organisation
AMENDMENT |
Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: That the following amendments to the Rate Concession Charitable, Non Profit/Sporting Organisation Recommendations be adopted:
A. That the Salvation Army (Queensland) Property Trust be removed from Attachment 2 and included in Attachment 6.
B. That the Queensland Country Women’s Association be removed from Attachment 4 and included in Attachment 2.
C. That Recommendation C be removed. |
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
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Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the properties as detailed in Attachment 2, be granted a 100% concession of the differential general rate for the 2020-2021 financial year.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
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Mayor Teresa Harding requested Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle assume the Chair to move the motion related to Attachment 3 involving Ipswich Legacy.
Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle assumed the Chair at 10.19 am.
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Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the properties as detailed in Attachment 3, be granted a 100% concession of the differential general rate for the 2020-2021 financial year.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Madsen Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
Due to a declared conflict of interest Mayor Teresa Harding did not take part in the vote on this matter.
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Mayor Teresa Harding resumed the Chair at 10.21 am. |
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At 10.22 am Councillor Jacob Madsen left the meeting room. |
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Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the properties as detailed in Attachment 5, be granted a 100% concession of the differential general rate for the 2020-2021 financial year.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan All Councillors except Councillor Jacob Madsen were present when the vote was taken. |
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At 10.23 am Councillor Jacob Madsen returned to the meeting. |
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Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the properties as detailed in Attachment 6, be granted a 100% concession of the differential general rate for the 2020-2021 financial year. |
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
Due to a declared conflict of interest, Councillor Paul Tully did not take part in the vote on this matter. |
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Attachments 1. Rates Concession updated report 2. Updated Attachment 2 3. Updated Attachment 6 |
5.9 Councillor Discretionary Funds |
Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: That the policy titled ‘Councillor Discretionary Funds’ as detailed in Attachment 1 to the report by the Community Grants Coordinator dated 22 June 2020, be adopted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
5.10 Community Funding and Support Programs |
Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner: That the report be received and the contents noted.
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variation to motion |
Councillor Paul Tully proposed a variation to the motion:
That receipt of applications for the Ipswich Community Repair and Replacement Fund open on 1 July and close on 31 August 2020.
The mover and seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed variation.
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Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
A. That the report be received and the contents noted.
B. That receipt of applications for the Ipswich Community Repair and Replacement Fund open on 1 July and close on 31 August 2020.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
MEETING CLOSED |
The meeting closed at 10.50 am. |
“These minutes are subject to confirmation at the next scheduled Council Ordinary Meeting”
Council Meeting Agenda |
28 July 2020 |
General Purposes Committee NO. 2020(03)
21 July 2020
Report of the General Purposes Committee
for the Council
COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Councillor Andrew Fechner (Chairperson); Councillors Mayor Teresa Harding, Jacob Madsen, Sheila Ireland, Nicole Jonic, Paul Tully, Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle, Kate Kunzelmann and Russell Milligan
COUNCILLOR’S APOLOGIES: Nil
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN MATTERS ON THE AGENDA Nil
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1. Cameron Park - Swifts Leagues Club Ltd This is a report concerning the tenure of Swifts Leagues Club Ltd (Swifts) at Cameron Park and the consideration of possible options regarding the future of the facility. Swifts currently occupy part of the park under a lease with Council, which is described as Lease A in Lot 169 on RP24111 on SP147837. The lease commenced on 6 September 2001 for a twenty (20) year term with two (2) by ten (10) year options and Swifts have expressed an interest in purchasing the land and facility that they currently occupy from Council. This is a report requesting the repeal of a previous decision adopted at the Council Special Meeting of 27 June 2019.
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The attachment/s to this report are confidential in accordance with section 275(1)(e) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, ‘contracts proposed to be made by it’ as the attachment includes commercial in-confidence information. |
Recommendation
A. That Council’s previous decision adopted at the Council Special Meeting of 27 June 2019, be repealed.
B. That Council receive this report and provide its direction on one of the options presented, being: 1. Retain the Land 2. Direct Disposal to Swifts 3. Disposal to Swifts following Community Consultation
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motion to lay the matter on the table Mayor Teresa Harding moved that the matter lay on the table. |
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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2. Ipswich Central to Springfield Central (I2S) Public Transport Corridor: Strategic Assessment and Infrastructure Australia Stage 1 Submission Council has identified the Ipswich Central to Springfield Central Public Transport Corridor (I2S Corridor) project as being a high priority Regionally Significant Project for the City. Over the past six months Council has been progressing and has now finalised a Strategic Assessment for the I2S Corridor. A Strategic Assessment is the first stage in the Building Queensland Business Case Development Framework. The I2S Corridor Strategic Assessment is presented to Council for noting in conjunction with an associated Infrastructure Australia (IA) Stage One submission. The Strategic Assessment provides a compelling case and time imperative for the development of the I2S Corridor across transport, land use, and social outcomes. The report recommends four options to be taken forward to the Options Assessment Stage (the next stage in the business case process): heavy rail, light rail, trackless trams and bus rapid transit. The next steps for this project is for Council to submit the Strategic Assessment to the State and Federal Governments and to commence advocacy for support and funding to progress this project to the Options Assessment Stage. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Sheila Ireland: Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding: A. That the findings and recommendations of the I2S Corridor Strategic Assessment be received and noted. B. That Council note that following Council consideration of the Strategic Assessment, it will be submitted to the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads for assessment. C. That Council note that following Council consideration of the Strategic Assessment, Council will make an Infrastructure Australia Stage One submission under the Infrastructure Australia Assessment Framework. D. That Council note the I2S Corridor will be the subject of a targeted advocacy campaign by Council to attract State and Federal support to progress the project to the Options Assessment stage of the Business Case Development Framework.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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3. iGO Road Safety Action Plan This is a report concerning the development of the iGO Road Safety Action Plan (RSAP), a key deliverable of iGO – The City of Ipswich Transport Plan. The iGO RSAP has been prepared for Council and its road safety partners to reduce road trauma in the Ipswich region in a targeted and collaborative way. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That Council resolve: A. That the iGO Road Safety Action Plan and Summary Report – as detailed in Attachments 1 and 2 of the report by the Team Lead (Transport and Traffic) dated 25 May 2020, be adopted. B. That the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Leadership Team communicate and promote the outcomes and key messages of the iGO Road Safety Action Plan with the Ipswich community and other stakeholders. C. That the iGO Road Safety Action Plan and Summary Report be sent to the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Police Service, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, Queensland Health and Department of Education for acknowledgment and support. D. That Council officers, as delegated by the Chief Executive Officer, be authorised to commence implementing the iGO Road Safety Action Plan.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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4. Adoption of the Ipswich Nature Centre Masterplan This is a report concerning the adoption of the Queens Park Nature Centre and Discovery Hub Masterplan for the Ipswich Nature Centre. The Masterplan proposes an extensive and staged upgrade to improve the Nature Centre’s functionality, the user experience, and add to its draw as a major tourist destination for the City of Ipswich especially the Ipswich CBD. A report was presented to Environment Committee No. 2019(02) of 19 February 2019 (Attachment 1). The Interim Administrator of Ipswich City Council resolved: That consideration of the Ipswich Nature Centre Masterplan as detailed in Attachment A to the report by the Planning Officer (Biodiversity) dated 14 December 2018 be deferred and a report prepared and submitted to a future meeting of the Environment Committee outlining a strategy and supporting business case for reinvigoration of the Ipswich Nature Centre. Subsequently, a Community Sentiment Survey and an Economic Impact Report have now been completed in relation to this recommendation.
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Jacob Madsen: A. That Council adopt the Queens Park Nature Centre and Discovery Hub Masterplan as per Attachment 2 as the guiding document to inform the prioritisation of investment into the revitalisation of the Ipswich Nature Centre over the life of the Plan. B. That Council resolve to give consideration for the implementation of the Queens Park Nature Centre and Discovery Hub Masterplan, and undertake detailed design and costings to inform future capital works budget development. C. That Council resolve to identify external grants and funding opportunities to facilitate the implementation of the Queens Park Nature Centre and Discovery Hub Masterplan. D. That Council note that the name of the nature centre referred to in the Masterplan as the Queens Park Nature Centre and Discovery Hub is the Ipswich Nature Centre.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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5. White Rock-Spring Mountain Conservation Estate Master Plan 2020-2040 The White Rock-Spring Mountain Conservation Estate Master Plan outlines a proposed vision for natural and cultural values and best practice visitor management for one of Ipswich’s premier natural area estates. The purpose of the master plan is to provide a forward-focussed approach in protecting the conservation and cultural values of the estate, and a place for safe and accessible nature-based recreation. The White Rock-Spring Mountain Conservation Estate has experienced rapid popularity and visitation as the area surrounding continues to develop within Springfield Lakes and South Ripley. The estate has been recognised as a regional destination, with annual visitation figures increasing each year. In 2017, visitor numbers recorded at the Paperbark Flats entrance were 49,782. In the past 2 years, the number of visitors has increased by approx. 50 % to 74,975. During the COVID19 period (April / May 2020), Paperbark Flats received an estimated 36,889 visitors alone. The implementation of the master plan is proposed to be undertaken in four stages, within a 20 year horizon. This approach will ensure the works are focused and delivered within the relevant stage while future stages are being planned to properly investigate ecological and cultural values, and to allow disturbed areas to rehabilitate. The intention of the staged approach is to strengthen the connection between Springfield Lakes in the east and Ripley in the west via Paperbark Flats and White Rock. This will provide visitors with nature based recreation opportunities in the northern section while working on protecting and enhancing the conservation and cultural values in the remainder of the estate. The White Rock-Spring Mountain Conservation Estate Master Plan is the first in a series of mater planning exercises for the broader Natural Area Estate and Network. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Sheila Ireland: Seconded by Councillor Nicole Jonic: That Council adopt the White Rock-Spring Mountain Conservation Estate Master Plan 2020-2040 as a guiding document to inform capital and operational management and investment priorities within the estate over the next 20 years, to be reviewed at least every 5 years.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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6. Landholder Partnerships Program - Review Recommendation This is a report concerning the recommendations of the Landholder Conservation Partnerships Program Review. The Landholder Conservation Partnerships Program is one of the mechanisms in the Nature Conservation Strategy 2015 used to deliver on-ground conservation outcomes on private land. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Sheila Ireland: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That Council endorse the Landholder Conservation Partnerships Program review report as detailed Attachment 1. B. That Council resolve to work in partnership with landholders that have a Voluntary Conservation Agreement to transition to one of the new Landholder Conservation Partnerships.
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VARIATION TO MOTION Mayor Teresa Harding proposed a variation to Recommendation B:
That the words ‘under the new model of’ replace the words ‘to one of the new’ and that the following words ‘at an additional cost of $100,00 over the existing arrangement in 2021-2022’ be added to the end of Recommendation B.
The mover and seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed variation.
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Sheila Ireland: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That Council endorse the Landholder Conservation Partnerships Program review report as detailed Attachment 1.
B. That Council resolve to work in partnership with landholders that have a Voluntary Conservation Agreement to transition under the new model of Landholder Conservation Partnerships at an additional cost of $100,000 over the existing arrangement in 2021-2022.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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7. Review of Local Disaster Management Plan 2020 This is a report concerning the legislated annual review of the City of Ipswich Local Disaster Management Plan. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That the Local Disaster Management Plan for the City of Ipswich, as detailed in Attachment 2 be approved. B. That the Chief Executive Officer, in consultation with the Mayor, be authorised to make amendments deemed necessary on the basis of further comment received from members of the Local Disaster Management Group, who form part of the governance arrangements for the adoption of this plan.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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8. Proposed New Sub Lease over Freehold Land for Community Purposes to Y-Care - South East Queensland Inc. trading as YMCA Social Impact - 7003 Parkland Drive Springfield Central This is a report concerning the proposed new sub lease over Lease Area C, over the land located at 7003 Parkland Drive, Springfield Central, described as Lot 1200 on SP303994, between Ipswich City Council as Sub Lessee (Council) of Lease Area C to Y-Care (South East Queensland) Inc. trading as YMCA Social Impact (YMCA). In accordance with Council’s Community Centre Operating Model Policy (Attachment 1), it is recommended that a sub-lease be entered into with Y-Care (South East Queensland) Inc. trading as YMCA Social Impact, as the successful respondent to the Expression of Interest for the tenure and management of the Community Centre component of the newly constructed Springfield Central Sport and Community Hall.
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The attachment/s to this report are confidential in accordance with section 275(1)(e) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, ‘contracts proposed to be made by it’ as the attachment includes commercial in-confidence information.
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Councillor Kate Kunzelmann left the meeting at 10.02am Councillor Kate Kunzelmann returned to the meeting at 10.04am.
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic: Seconded by Councillor Paul Tully: A. That Council as Sub Lessee resolve pursuant to section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (the Regulation) that the exception referred to in section 236(1)(b)(ii) of the Regulation applies to the disposal of the leasehold interest located at part of 7003 Parkland Drive, Springfield Central and described as Lease Area C over Lot 1200 on SP303994 (“the land”), by way of a leasehold arrangement between Council and Y-Care (South East Queensland) Inc. trading as YMCA Social Impact. B. That Council enter into a Sub Lease and Management Agreement with Y-Care (South East Queensland) Inc. trading as YMCA Social Impact (“the tenant”) for a three (3) year term plus an option period of three (3) years for a consideration sum of $1.00 per annum, if demanded (excluding GST). C. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of the Sub Lease to be executed by Council and to do any other acts necessary to implement Council’s decision in accordance with section 13(3) of the Local Government Act 2009.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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9. Proposed Trustee Lease over Trust Land for Recreation Purposes - Queensland Rugby Football League Limited - 43 The Terrace North Ipswich This is a report concerning the proposed Trustee Lease over part of the land located at 43 The Terrace, North Ipswich and described as Lease A & B in Lot 246 on Crown Plan SL8089 (Trust Land), between Ipswich City Council as Trustee (Council) of the land to Queensland Rugby Football League Limited (QRL). |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That Council, as Trustee, resolve pursuant to section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (the Regulation) that the exception under sections 236(1)(b)( ii)) of the Regulation applies to the disposal of the leasehold interest located at part of 43 The Terrace, North Ipswich described as Lot 246 on Crown Plan SL8089 (“the land”), by way of a leasehold arrangement between Council and Queensland Rugby Football League Limited for a consideration. B. That Council enter into a Trustee lease with Queensland Rugby Football League Limited (“the tenant”) for a period of 20 years. C. That the Chief Executive Officer be delegated the power under s257 of the Local Government Act 2009 to be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of the Trustee Lease to Queensland Rugby Football League, to be executed by Council and to do any other acts necessary to implement Council’s decision. D. That the previous decision of Council adopted at the City Works, Parks, Sport and Environment Committee No. 2017 (09) of 11 September 2017 and as per Item No. 21 adopted by the Council Ordinary meeting of 19 September 2017, be repealed. E. That Council terminate the agreement executed on 30 March 2008 with the entity formerly known as Ipswich Rugby League Incorporated (IRL) and now trading as Rugby League Ipswich.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan The motion was put and carried.
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Adjourn Meeting Councillor Jacob Madsen moved that the meeting be adjourned for 10 minutes. The meeting adjourned at 10.12 am. |
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The meeting reconvened at 10.26 am. |
10. Community Donations Report This is a report providing detail about the year to date allocation of $327,193.70 from a budgeted $400,000 in community donations as at 30 June 2020 (Attachment 1) and providing a summary of these community donations by recipient type (Attachment 2). |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Nicole Jonic: That the report be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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11. Amendment to Delegation to CEO This is a report seeking minor amendments to the existing delegation instrument (LGD-2020-02) delegating power from Council to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The amendments sought are generally updates from the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) to minor changes to current legislation used by local governments. The amendments also include additional powers to other existing legislation. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding: That Council resolve to delegate the power to the Chief Executive Officer, under s257(1) (b) of the Local Government Act 2009 in accordance with the amendments to the Delegation Instrument LGD-2020-03, as detailed in Attachment 2, of the report dated 8 July 2020 by the Project Officer, Governance Section.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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12. Contract for Urban Heat Island Study with Griffith University This is a report concerning Council’s participation and financial contribution to the Griffith University study to investigate the effect of Urban Heat Islands within the City of Ipswich. |
The attachment/s to this report are confidential in accordance with section 275(1)(e) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, contracts to be proposed by it, as the attachment includes commercial in-confidence information. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That Council resolve it is satisfied under section 235(a) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation) that the exemption under s235(a) of the Regulation applies and that Griffith University is the only supplier reasonably available to conduct a research study into the effects of Urban Heat Islands for the following reason: (i) the local government resolves that, because of the specialised nature of the services that are sought it would be impractical for the local government to invite quotes or tenders. B. That Council enter into a contract with Griffith University for the provision to conduct a research study into the effects of Urban Heat Islands for a period of not more than 3 years. C. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of the contract to be executed by Council and to do any other acts necessary to implement Council’s decision in accordance with section 13(3) of the Local Government Act 2009.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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13. Covid-19 Stimulus Grants - Project Status This is a report concerning the stimulus grant funding provided by both the State and Federal Governments as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The report provides a list of the projects submitted for funding under each program, their location and project status for information. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding: That the Stimulus Project Status as detailed in Attachment 1 be received and noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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14. Demographic Information System and “Living in Ipswich” Liveability Survey This is a report concerning the inclusion of an annual “Living in Ipswich” Liveability Survey project, to be undertaken by Ipswich City Council’s existing supplier I.D. Consulting Pty Ltd under a current arrangement for the provision of online social and economic analytics tools (14797 Demographic information tools). This contract is contract is currently valued at $216,500 ex GST. The “Living in Ipswich” liveability survey is a variation to the scope of the original contract and will involve undertaking surveys of community values and perceptions relating to liveability in the City of Ipswich. |
The attachment/s to this report are confidential in accordance with section 275(1)(e) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, contracts to be proposed by it, as the attachment contains commercial in-confidence information. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding: A. That Council resolve to prepare a Tender Consideration Plan for a Liveability Survey Pilot Project in accordance with section 230(1)(a) of the Local Government Regulation 2012. B. That Council resolve to adopt the Tender Consideration Plan for a Liveability Survey Pilot Project as outlined in the report by the Principal Officer (Procurement and Contract Operations) dated 17 May 2020 in accordance with section 230(1)(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012. C. That Council resolve to enter into a contract with I.D. Consulting Pty Ltd for a Liveability Survey Pilot Project on the terms described in the report by the Principal Officer (Procurement and Contract Operations) dated 17 May 2020. D. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of the contract with I.D. Consulting Pty Ltd to be executed by Council and to do any other acts necessary to implement Council’s decision in accordance with section 13(3) of the Local Government Act 2009.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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15. Ipswich Waste Services January - March 2020 Quarterly Report This is a report concerning the Ipswich Waste Services January – March 2020 quarterly report. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: That the Ipswich Waste Services January-March 2020 quarterly report be received and noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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16. Community Donation Requests Received in June 2020 This is a report concerning community donation requests received in June 2020 for consideration by Council. As these applications were received in June 2020 they were processed through the Community Donations Program. However, as they are presented to the July Ordinary Council Meeting for consideration, if successful they will be allocated from the 2020-2021 Major and Minor Funding Program which has a total budget of $558,000. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding: A. That Council approve a community donation of $6,064.00 to the City of Ipswich Pipe Band Inc towards the completion of building work at the pipe band premises. B. That Council approve a community donation of $2,250.00 to the Rotary Club of Booval towards the cost of provisions for the Footprints in the Park project.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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17. Urban Development Institute of Australia- Proposed Memorandum of Understanding with Ipswich City Council The purpose of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is to create a strong, transparent and positive working relationship between the Ipswich City Council and the Urban Development Institute of Australia’s Ipswich Branch, to advance good planning and development and to promote the region and attract investment. The development sector is an integral component of the Ipswich economy and the creation of the MOU and the regular meetings will provide for open and constructive dialogue between the parties. Council’s endorsement of the MOU is recommended. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Chairperson Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding: A. That Council endorse entering into the Memorandum of Understanding and the creation of the Ipswich City Council / Ipswich UDIA Branch Joint Working Group. B. That Council nominate four Councillors to be members of the Ipswich City Council/Ipswich UDIA Branch Joint Working Group and that those Councillors be as follows: Mayor Theresa Harding
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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18. Extension to Contract with RSPCA for Pound Services The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Queensland (RSPCA) currently manages the Ipswich City Pound facility (the pound). The RSPCA entered into a three-year contract with Council to manage the pound commencing 1 October 2016. The contract includes an option for an extension of two one-year periods to be exercised at the discretion of Council. Council has exercised the option to extend the contract for the first additional year leaving the final year extension available for consideration. Under the terms of the contract, Council can extend the contract for the final year, only if satisfied that the RSPCA has performed in accordance with the contract and have met the key performance indicators. RSPCA’s performance has been assessed, and it was determined that they had met their performance requirements under the contract. It is therefore considered appropriate for Council to grant a final year contract extension to the RSPCA to manage the pound.
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The attachment/s to this report are confidential in accordance with section 275(1)(e) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, contracts to be proposed by it, as the attachment contains commercial in-confidence information. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: That pursuant to section
257(1) of the Local Government Act 2009, Council delegate to the Chief
Executive Officer the power (includes authority) to negotiate and finalise
the terms for the exercise of a final option (1 year option) to extend the Animal
Management Services Contract No. 15-16-226 with Royal Society for Prevention
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VARIATION TO MOTION Mayor Teresa Harding proposed a variation to the Recommendation:
That the words ‘in the order of $1.8 million plus CPI’ be added to the end of the Recommendation.
The seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed variation.
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: That pursuant to section 257(1) of the Local Government Act 2009, Council delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power (includes authority) to negotiate and finalise the terms for the exercise of a final option (1 year option) to extend the Animal Management Services Contract No. 15-16-226 with Royal Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) Queensland in the order of $1.8 million plus CPI.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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19. Community Cat Program Proposal Council has received a proposal from the Australian Pet Welfare Foundation (APWF) to undertake a program to reduce the population of stray kittens and cats in the Ipswich Local Government area. The program is proposed to run for five years and funding is sought from Council for both a financial contribution and in-kind services. The total cash value of the funding is $360,000, with in-kind services to be provided by Council officers. The program is a trial research program that anticipates a reduction in the amount of unwanted and stray cats in the community. The program is to desex cats that have been trapped, and then return the animal to the area where they were caught. The APWF claim that the reduction in the stray cat population will lead to savings to Council in the cost of managing nuisance cats in the community. The program also claims that fewer cats will be euthanised each year. An initial evaluation of the proposal has identified several risks that must be mitigated against should this program be endorsed. This request has come post-delivery of the 2020-2021 budget and Council would need to make an amendment to the budget if it was to favourably consider the program. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That Council approve in principle a pilot study of a cat reduction program in Rosewood and Goodna with no financial support or in-kind contribution from Ipswich City Council. B. That Council request the officers to reconsider the proposal as part of Council’s budget discussion for 2021-2022.
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Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle foreshadowed that she would move the following alternate motion in the event that Councillor Russell Milligan’s motion was lost:
That the original recommendation A as stated below be restored as Recommendation A and that the recommendation moved by Councillor Milligan be included as Recommendation C:
A. That Council decline the request from the Australian Pet Welfare Foundation (APWF) to participate in a trial cat reduction program as part of the 2020-2021 operational plan. B. That Council request the officers to reconsider the proposal as part of Council’s budget discussion for 2021-2022. C. That Council approve in principle a pilot study of a cat reduction program in Rosewood and Goodna with no financial support or in-kind contribution from Ipswich City Council. |
Councillor Paul Tully foreshadowed that he would move the following alternate motion in the event that Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle’s motion was lost:
That the following proposed Recommendation C:
That Council approve in principle a pilot study of a cat reduction program in Rosewood and Goodna with no financial support or in-kind contribution from Ipswich City Council;
be replaced with the following Recommendation:
That Council officers prepare a report on a possible cat reduction program with no financial support or in-kind contribution from Ipswich City Council.
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Councillor Russell Milligan and Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle agreed to the incorporation of Councillor Paul Tully’s foreshadowed motion in place of the original motion:
The mover and seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed motion. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
A. That Council decline the request from the Australian Pet Welfare Foundation (APWF) to participate in a trial cat reduction program as part of the 2020-2021 operational plan.
B. That Council officers prepare a report on a possible cat reduction pilot program with no financial support or in-kind contribution from Ipswich City Council. C. That Council request the officers to reconsider the proposal as part of Council’s budget discussion for 2021-2022.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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20. Court Action Status Report This is a report concerning a status update with respect to current court actions associated with development planning related matters including one other significant matter of dispute that the Planning and Regulatory Services Department is currently involved with. |
Move in to Closed Session It was moved by Mayor Teresa Harding and seconded by Councillor Sheila Ireland that in accordance with section 275(1)(f) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, the meeting move into closed session to discuss the status of court actions and for councillors to be provided with a confidential briefing on appeals. The meeting moved into closed session at 11.43 am. |
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Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle left the meeting at 11.45 am. Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle returned to the meeting at 11.48am. Councillor Jacob Madsen left the meeting at 11.52am. Councillor Jacob Madsen returned to the meeting at 11.54am. Councillor Nicole Jonic left the meeting at 11.54am. Councillor Nicole Jonic returned to the meeting at 11.57am. |
Move into Open Session It was moved by Mayor Teresa
Harding and seconded by Councillor Sheila Ireland that the meeting move into
open session. |
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Councillor Sheila Ireland: That the report be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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21. Exercise Of Delegation Report This is a report concerning applications that have been determined by delegated authority for the period 2 June 2020 to 8 July 2020. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Paul Tully: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: That the report be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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22. Business Transformational Project #9 Policies - Infrastructure and Environment Department This is a report concerning the repeal of two current Council policies that are no longer required due to changes that have occurred as a result of the implementation of Transformational Project 9 (TP). A review of policies relating to operational responsibilities of the Infrastructure and Environment Department has been undertaken in accordance with Council’s Policy and Procedure Framework adopted by Council on 16 July 2019 as part of the TP9. The majority of the policy changes have now been finalised. However, two policies remain in place that have now been superseded or made redundant through the adoption or update of other policies and planning scheme mechanisms. The two outstanding policies are recommended to be repealed. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Paul Tully: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That the policy titled ‘Street Lighting’ as adopted by Council on 30 June 2015, be repealed. B. That the policy titled ‘Disposal of Non-Reusable Spoil’ as adopted by Council on 17 September 2014, be repealed.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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23. Conflicts of Interest Policy This is a report concerning the endorsement of a Conflicts of Interest Policy for Employees. A recent Internal Audit on Council’s approach to conflicts of interest was undertaken which identified a critical need for Council to implement an overarching framework, including a policy and procedure. This is required to increase the level of rigour around the management of conflicts of interest for employees. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle:
That the policy titled ‘Conflicts of Interest for Employees’ as detailed in Attachment 1, be adopted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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24. Motions for 2020 Local Government Association of Queensland Conference This is a report concerning proposed motions to be submitted to the 2020 Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) Conference being held from 19 - 21 October 2020. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Paul Tully: Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding: That Council approve the Motion as detailed in Attachment 1 of the report by the Manager Executive Services dated 13 July 2020 to be submitted to the 2020 LGAQ Conference.
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VARIATION TO MOTION Councillor Paul Tully proposed the following variation:
That in relation to Attachment 1 of the report, the following words be removed from the second last paragraph of the Background:
‘The permitted timeframes also limit the number of applications which can be decided at a Council meeting due to the deemed approval and refusal provisions of the Planning Act’.
That the following motion be included in the submission to the 2020 LGAQ Conference:
That the LGAQ call on the Queensland Government to amend the relevant legislation to require a by-election to be held where a vacancy in the position of Mayor or Councillor occurs within the first 3 years of the quadrennial term of office.
The seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed variation. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Paul Tully: Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding: A. That Council approve the Motion as detailed in Attachment 1 of the report by the Manager Executive Services dated 13 July 2020 to be submitted to the 2020 LGAQ Conference with an amendment to Attachment 1 by the removal of the following words from the second last paragraph of the background:
‘The permitted timeframes also limit the number of applications which can be decided at a Council meeting due to the deemed approval and refusal provisions of the Planning Act’.
B. That the following motion titled – Changes for filling Councillor and Mayor Vacancies, be included in the submission to the 2020 LGAQ Conference:
That the LGAQ call on the Queensland Government to amend the relevant legislation to require a by-election to be held where a vacancy in the position of Mayor or Councillor occurs within the first 3 years of the quadrennial term of office.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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Attachments 1. Further LGAQ Motion - Changes for filling Councillor and Mayor vacancies |
25. Garage Sale Trail 2020 Garage Sale Trail is a community engagement program that promotes and encourages reuse and waste avoidance in communities. It is an Australia-wide garage sale powered by more than 140 local councils over one weekend in October each year. The program encourages people to put second-hand first and minimise our impact on the planet. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That Council endorse the partnership between Council and the Garage Trail initiative and promote the initiative to the community, for a three year period. |
VARIATION TO MOTION
Mayor Teresa Harding proposed an variation to the recommendation That the words ‘at a cost of $7,819 per annum plus GST’ be added to the end of the recommendation.
The mover and seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed variation. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That Council endorse the partnership between Council and the Garage Trail initiative and promote the initiative to the community, for a three year period at a cost of $7,819 per annum plus GST.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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26. Submission on proposed amendments to the Development Assessment Rules, Minister's Guidelines and Rules and Planning Regulation 2017 - Economic recovery initiatives. This is a report concerning a submission on the proposed changes to the Development Assessment Rules (DA Rules), Minister’s Guidelines and Rules (MGR) and the Planning Regulation 2017. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle: That Council make a submission to the Minister for Infrastructure and Planning on the proposed changes to the Development Assessment Rules (DA Rules), Minister’s Guidelines and Rules (MGR) and the Planning Regulation 2017 as outlined in the updated Attachment 1. |
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried. |
Attachments 1. Updated Attachment 1 |
27. Adoption of Policy - Councillor Briefings and Workshops This is a report concerning the adoption of a policy for the co-ordination of Councillor Briefing sessions and Workshops. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic: Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding: That the policy titled ‘Councillor Briefings and Workshops’ as detailed in Attachment 1 be adopted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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28. Scenic Valleys Regional Roads and Transport Group - Ipswich Representative This is a report concerning the Scenic Valleys Regional Roads and Transport Group, and the consideration of an Ipswich elected representative to become a member of the group. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That Council nominate Councillor Russell Milligan as the elected representative to become a member of the Scenic Valleys Regional Roads and Transport Group.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Harding Nil Madsen Ireland Jonic Tully Doyle Fechner Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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PROCEDURAL MOTIONS AND FORMAL MATTERS
The meeting commenced at 9.00 am.
The meeting closed at 12.38 pm.
Council Meeting Agenda |
28 July 2020 |
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee NO. 2020(02)
21 July 2020
Report of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee
for the Council
COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle (Chairperson); Mayor Teresa Harding; Councillors Nicole Jonic, Kate Kunzelmann and Russell Milligan
COUNCILLOR’S APOLOGIES: Nil
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN MATTERS ON THE AGENDA
Nil |
1. Ipswich Central Executive Report No 17 to 3 July 2020 This is a report concerning the June 2020 update on the Ipswich Central Program of Works. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: That the report on the Ipswich Central Executive Report No 17 to 3 July 2020 be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Doyle Nil Harding Jonic Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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2. Ipswich Central Retail Leasing Report - June 2020 This is a report concerning the status of the leasing program for the retail component of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment.
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The attachment/s to this report are confidential in accordance with section 275(1)(c) – the local government’s budget, (e) – contracts proposed to be made by it, (h) - other business for which a public discussion would be likely to prejudice the interests of the local government or someone else, or enable a person to gain a financial advantage, of the Local Government Regulation 2012 – as the attachment includes commercial in-confidence information. |
Move into Closed Session It was moved by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle and seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding that in accordance with section 275(1)(e) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, the meeting move into closed session to discuss several proposed lessees that are negotiating entering into contracts with Council. The meeting moved into closed session at 1.37 pm. |
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Doyle Nil Harding Jonic Kunzelmann Milligan |
Move into Open Session It was moved by Mayor Teresa Harding and seconded by Councillor Jonic that the meeting move into open session. The meeting moved into open session at 1.52 pm. |
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Doyle Nil Harding Jonic Kunzelmann Milligan
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: That the report be received and the contents noted.
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VARIATION TO MOTION
Mayor Teresa Harding proposed a variation to the motion:
That the following recommendation be added to the existing recommendation:
That a report be provided to the Chairperson of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee regarding the status of the leasing negotiations.
The mover and seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed variation. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan: Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: A. That the report be received and the contents noted.
B. That a report be provided to the Chairperson of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee regarding the status of the leasing negotiations.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Doyle Nil Harding Jonic Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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3. Retail Sub-Project Steering Committee - Terms of Reference This is a report concerning the proposed establishment of a Retail Sub-project Steering Committee (RSPSC) to support the recently established Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee (ICRC) in delivering the CBD project. Given the size and scope of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Project, Council requires an effective governance framework to manage the project’s direction and risks. The RSPSC will support Council in its delivery of the CBD’s redevelopment.
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: A. That Council establish the Retail Sub-project Steering Committee.
B. That James Hepburn be appointed as Chairperson of the Retail Sub-project Steering Committee. C. That the Terms of Reference for the Retail Sub-project Steering Committee as detailed in Attachment 3 be adopted. |
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Doyle Nil Harding Jonic Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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4. Ipswich Central - Strategic Considerations Precinct Management and Operations This is a report concerning the strategic considerations being undertaken for the future management and operations of the Ipswich Central precinct post the completion of associated construction and refurbishment activities. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan: That the report be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Doyle Nil Harding Jonic Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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5. Ipswich Central - visioning and placemaking This is a report concerning the visioning and placemaking undertaken by Co-Design Studio as a part of the collaborative city making approach for Ipswich Central. The Ipswich Central CoDesign Studio visioning and placemaking report was delivered in February 2020 following stakeholder engagement with community, business and internal stakeholders. The Visioning and Placemaking Report sets out a strategic approach to the priority precincts within Ipswich Central and leverages the work already underway in the City Centre Core (Nicholas Street Precinct redevelopment). It identifies each precinct, the priorities and the catalyst projects that support the revitalisation of the entire Ipswich Central area. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Councillor Nicole Jonic: A. That the Ipswich Central - Visioning and Placemaking report be received and the contents noted. B. That a report summarising the resourcing, governance and budget required to implement the recommendations of the Ipswich Central - Visioning and Placemaking report, with alignment to the previously received Nicholas Street Place Activation Plan, be presented to a future meeting of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Doyle Nil Harding Jonic Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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6. Nicholas Street Redevelopment Communications and Engagement Plan This is a report concerning the Nicholas Street redevelopment and the communications and engagement activity planned for the precinct during the remainder of stage one of the construction phase (due for completion in December 2020). This plan, as requested at the June Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee meeting, focuses on engaging with relevant stakeholders and the wider community to ensure that information about the project is delivered in a clear and timely manner, and that, where relevant, engagement opportunities are explored. |
RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: Seconded by Councillor Nicole Jonic: That Council support the proposed Communications and Engagement plan, to be implemented between now and December 2020. |
AMENDMENT TO MOTION Councillor Kate Kunzelmann moved an amendment to the motion: That the words ‘at a cost of $127,250’ be added to the end of the recommendation. The seconder agreed to the proposed amendment.
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann: Seconded by Councillor Nicole Jonic: That Council support the proposed Communications and Engagement plan, to be implemented between now and December 2020 at a cost of $127,250.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Doyle Nil Harding Jonic Kunzelmann Milligan
The motion was put and carried.
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PROCEDURAL MOTIONS AND FORMAL MATTERS
The meeting commenced at 1.15 pm.
The meeting closed at 2.25 pm.
Council Meeting Agenda |
28 July 2020 |
ITEM: 15.1
SUBJECT: 2020 Committee and Council Meetings
AUTHOR: Chief Executive Officer
DATE: 20 July 2020
This report outlines the proposed 2020 Ipswich City Council - Council and Committee meeting structure and schedule.
A. That, in accordance with Section 264 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, the following structure of standing committees be adopted:
· Growth, Infrastructure and Waste
· Governance and Transparency
· Community, Culture, Arts and Sport
· Economic and Industry Development
· Environment and Sustainability
· Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee
B. That in accordance with Section 257 (1)(c) of the Local Government Act 2009, the Growth, Infrastructure and Waste Committee be delegated power to make decisions on behalf of Council in relation to the responsibilities of the Committee as outlined in the Terms of Reference and summarised in recommendation D.
C. That,
in accordance with Section 264 of the Local
Government Regulation 2012, the membership of Council's Standing
Committees, as detailed in Recommendation A above, be appointed as follows:
COMMITTEE |
CHAIRPERSON |
DEPUTY CHAIRPERSON |
MEMBERS |
Growth, Infrastructure and Waste |
Councillor |
Councillor |
All Councillors |
Governance and Transparency |
Councillor |
Councillor |
Councillor Councillor Councillor |
Community, Culture, Arts and Sport |
Councillor |
Councillor |
Councillor Councillor Councillor |
Economic and Industry Development |
Councillor |
Councillor |
Councillor Councillor Councillor |
Environment and Sustainability |
Councillor |
Councillor |
Councillor Councillor Councillor |
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee |
Councillor Marnie Doyle (Deputy Mayor) |
Councillor |
Mayor Teresa Harding Councillor Kate Kunzelmann Councillor Nicole Jonic Councillor Russell Milligan |
D. That
the responsibilities for each of the standing committees be as detailed in the
Terms of Reference (Attachment 1) and as summarised below:
COMMITTEE |
RESPONSIBILITY SUMMARY |
Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee |
· Town Planning · Regulatory Services · Asset and Portfolio Management · Infrastructure and Works · Waste |
Governance and Transparency Committee |
· Governance · Finance · Information, Communications and Technology · Internal Audit · Procurement · People and Culture(Human Resources) · Corporate Reporting and Project Governance · Media and Communications |
Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee |
· Community and Cultural Services · Creative and Arts Sector · Libraries and Customer Services · Sport and Recreation |
Economic and Industry Development Committee |
· Economic Development · Tourism · Marketing and Events |
Environment and Sustainability Committee |
· Conservation · Natural Area management · Disaster Management Planning · Parks, assets and open space maintenance · Council fleet management |
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee |
· Management of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment |
E. That
the committee and council meetings for the remainder of 2020 and January 2021
be held as detailed in Attachment 2 and outlined below:
COUNCIL/COMMITTEE |
MEETING TIME |
MEETING DATES |
Council Ordinary Meeting |
9.00 am |
27 August 2020 24 September 2020 22 October 2020 26 November 2020 10 December 2020 28 January 2021 |
Growth, Infrastructure and Waste |
9.00 am |
13 August 2020 10 September 2020 8 October 2020 12 November 2020 3 December 2020 |
Governance and Transparency |
9.00 am |
20 August 2020 17 September 2020 15 October 2020 19 November 2020 3 December 2020 |
Community, Culture, Arts and Sport |
10 minutes after the conclusion of the Governance and Transparency Committee |
20 August 2020 17 September 2020 15 October 2020 19 November 2020 3 December 2020 |
Economic and Industry Development |
10 minutes after the conclusion of the Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee |
20 August 2020 17 September 2020 15 October 2020 19 November 2020 3 December 2020 |
Environment and Sustainability |
10 minutes after the conclusion of the Economic and Industry Development Committee |
20 August 2020 17 September 2020 15 October 2020 19 November 2020 3 December 2020 |
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee |
10 minutes after the conclusion of the Environment and Sustainability Committee |
20 August 2020 17 September 2020 15 October 2020 19 November 2020 3 December 2020 |
F. That the Terms of Reference as detailed in Attachment 1 be adopted for the Standing Committees outlined in Recommendation A, subject to amending the membership of the committees as detailed in Recommendation C and the responsibilities as detailed in Recommendation D.
· Mayor and Councillors
· Chief Executive Officer
· Executive Leadership Team
· Committee Manager
Listening, leading and financial management
Council is committed to deliver increased transparency and accountability to its decision making process. Following the 2020 Local Government Quadrennial Elections, Council determined a meetings schedule in accordance with Section 347 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 up to the end of June 2020.
In order to meet its legislative commitments the Council must set a date and time of future meetings. This report outlines the proposed form, schedule and purpose of each standing committee as well as the schedule for council meetings going forward.
The overall pattern is to have a Growth and Infrastructure committee with full delegation within its areas of responsibilities, being held on the second Thursday of the month, the 5 other standing committees, which hold no delegation, will be held consecutively on the third Thursday of the month and the Ordinary Council meeting be held on the 4th Thursday of the month. However for December and January, to allow for a Christmas break, it is proposed that all the committees be held in a single week and that the Ordinary meeting in December be brought forward.
Due to the timing of the changes to the schedule, from an administrative view the first Growth, Infrastructure and Waste committee is likely to have a restricted agenda.
The Terms of Reference for Standing Committees as detailed in Attachment 1, contains clear and specific information on the purpose, functions and services each committee is responsible for, as well as the scope, membership and delegated authority (if any).
The Local Government Act 2009 states the Mayor is a member of all Council standing committees and that a council must meet at least once in each calendar month.
This report and its recommendations are consistent with the following legislative provisions:
Local Government Act 2009
Local Government Regulation 2012
Council is required to adopt a meetings schedule and publish at least once per year the meetings schedule.
There is an as yet undetermined administrative burden to holding an increased number of committees and the scheduling of them. A committee with delegated authority has further implications to resourcing on an ongoing basis due to the duplication and overlap of the schedule with other committee and council meetings.
The Mayor and Councillors have been consulted as to the contents of this report.
In order to meet its legislative commitments the Council must set a date and time of future meetings. The 2020 Ipswich City Council – Council and Committee Meeting Calendar has been prepared in accordance with section 257(1) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 to ensure there is a meeting of the local government held at least once in each month.
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Terms of Reference ⇩ |
2. |
Meeting Calendar ⇩ |
David Farmer
Chief Executive Officer
“Together, we proudly enhance the quality of life for our community”
Council Meeting Agenda |
28 July 2020 |
ITEM: 15.2
SUBJECT: MustDo Brisbane Engagement
AUTHOR: Manager, Procurement
DATE: 21 July 2020
Executive Summary
This is a report concerning Council’s Tourism Development Branch developed FY2020-2021 Discover Ipswich South East Queensland Destination Marketing Campaign utilising an effective mix of media, marketing, promotional and partnership channels. The report recommends Council enters into a contract with MustDo Brisbane as a specialist provider of promotional services utilising an exemption from seeking quotes in s235(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012. MustDo Brisbane will add to the mix of publicity activity and support the aim for the City of Ipswich to be recognised as an accessible daytrip and short break destination within the South East Queensland market. There is considered to be no equivalent supplier in the Ipswich and Brisbane Region capable of meeting these requirements. The report recommends that Council resolves to enter into a contract with MustDo Brisbane for one (1) year for a total estimated cost of $32,000 ex GST. This amount is currently funded in the budget for FY2020-2021.
A. That pursuant to s235(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation) Council resolve it is satisfied that the exemption referred to in s235(b) of the Regulation applies and that Promotional Services are of such a specialised nature that it would be impractical for Council to invite tenders or quotations.
B. That Council enter into a contract with MustDo Brisbane for the provision of Promotional Services for a period of 12 months from 21 August 2020 to 22 August 2021 at an estimated cost of $32,000 (GST Exclusive).
C. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of the contract to be executed by Council and to do any other acts necessary to implement Council's decision in accordance with section 13(3) of the Local Government Act 2009.
RELATED PARTIES
MustDo Brisbane, Ipswich Tourism Operators Network (ITON), Destination Development Branch of Community, Cultural and Economic Development Department.
Advance Ipswich Theme
Strengthening our local economy and building prosperity
Purpose of Report/Background
The Tourism economy is a significant industry cluster for the City of Ipswich. In response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, Ipswich City Council is committed to supporting the tourism cluster of businesses and members of the ITON to sustainably recover visitor demand, arrivals, and expenditure.
Data provided by Tourism Research Australia indicates that in 2019 Ipswich attracted approximately 2.07 million visitor arrivals, an increase of 22% on the previous year, which valued the cluster at $290 million plus to the Ipswich economy. A key driver of that growth has been effective destination marketing and the publicity partnerships engaged by council and collaborating with business operators of ITON to deliver on the experiences.
The Destination Development Branch is actively engaged in industry cluster development, destination marketing, visitors servicing and investment attraction with the purpose of growing the region’s visitor economy and the aim for the City of Ipswich to be recognised as an accessible daytrip and short break destination within the South East Queensland market.
Council is fulfilling its commitment through the delivery of the 37 Priority Actions under the City of Ipswich Destination Management Plan (DMP) 2019 – 2023. A task within the Priority Actions Five Year Plan section of the Destination Management Plan requires Council to put into practice an always-on, targeted, omni-channel seasonal campaign plan which drives awareness, engagement, leads to Ipswich Tourism Industry to support employment in the city. This is being executed in the FY2020-2021 with the activity mapped and identified in the FY2020-2021 Destination Development Activity Calendar in collaboration with ITON.
This report relates to a plan to add to the mix of activity with the engagement of the leading online SEQ publication MustDo Brisbane. The publication targets Brisbane residents over a 12 month period with Ipswich content related to things to do, places to see, eat, stay and events to support visitor demand, visitation and expenditure in the City of Ipswich.
Over the past nine months Council has been piloting an always on approach to promoting things to do, places to see, eat, stay and events in Ipswich on the MustDo digital platform (website, email, social media) that focuses on weekend based travel activity in the region. A total of 33 stories were written with 9 stories featured and 9 events showcased generating a total of 112,057 page-views at a cost of 0.13c a page-view or $454 a story which makes it a successful pilot. We are now looking to extend the pilot to 12 months of activity promoting 52 stories over 52 weeks with supporting digital and video advertising and the ability to re-syndicate the content to the DiscoverIpswich.com.au once published. 90% of MustDo Brisbane’s readers are from the Brisbane area and they have a dedicated following as a trusted source of travel information.
Partnering with MustDo Brisbane as a trusted source of travel information will get Ipswich content presented to those that would not normally consider Ipswich as a short-break destination.
As MustDo are the largest online publication for this service in the Brisbane region, and in the case of this style of service, it would be impractical to seek quotes from other similar service providers as it is already a known quantity of viewership. As such, an exemption to the requirement to seek quotes is being sought.
Legal/Policy Basis
This report and its recommendations are consistent with the following legislative provisions:
Local Government Regulation 2012
RISK MANAGEMENT IMPLICATIONS
This contract has been identified as a routine procurement matter with low risk to Council. Monthly planning meetings will be held with MustDo Brisbane on prioritising what is new in the terms of activities in the City of Ipswich. Quarterly reviews will be conducted to ensure contract deliverables are being met with a final report on activity and results delivered at the end of the contract period. The payment scheduled is also structured to be made on a quarterly basis as per the terms of the contract.
Financial/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS
Council intends to enter into a contract with MustDo Brisbane for one (1) year for a total estimated cost of $32,000 ex GST. Currently funded in the budget for FY2020-2021.
COMMUNITY and OTHER CONSULTATION
The FY2020-2021 Discover Ipswich South East Queensland Destination Marketing campaign has been developed in association with council’s Community, Cultural and Economic Development Department. The campaign has been discussed with the ITON.
Conclusion
Due to the specialised nature of the services and the FY2020-2021 Discover Ipswich South East Queensland Destination Marketing campaign utilising an effective mix of media, marketing, promotional and partnership channels an exemption to the requirement to seek quotes is being sought.
Richard White
Manager, Procurement
I concur with the recommendations contained in this report.
Sonia Cooper
General Manager Corporate Services
“Together, we proudly enhance the quality of life for our community”
Council Meeting Agenda |
28 July 2020 |
ITEM: 15.3
SUBJECT: Monthly Finance Performance Report - June 2020
AUTHOR: Manager, Finance
DATE: 17 July 2020
This is a report concerning Council’s financial performance for the period ending 30 June 2020, submitted in accordance with section 204 of the Local Government Regulation 2012.
That the report on Council’s financial performance for the period ending 30 June 2020, submitted in accordance with section 204 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 be considered and noted by Council.
There are no related party matters associated with this report.
Strengthening our local economy and building prosperity
The attached report shows the financial results for Ipswich City Council as at 30 June 2020.
The total Net Result (including capital revenue) for Ipswich City Council as at 30 June 2020 is $165.6 million compared to the full year budget of $168.2 million. Council’s operating surplus (excluding capital revenue) is approximately $2 million (prior to a $1.5m QUU tax adjustment discussed below) compared to the full year budget surplus of $3.3 million.
In June 2020 QUU Tax Revenue of approximately $884k was accrued based on a normal month and available information at the time. Since 30 June we have been advised that Queensland Urban Utilities (QUU) will be owed a refund of tax overpaid of approximately $645k which will be accrued as part of preparing the financial statements for audit and is not showing in the June 2020 month end results. This will result in a total impact by reducing revenue and the operating result by approximately $1.5 million.
Further accounting standard adjustments outlined below will also occur as part of the statutory financial statement preparation.
Overall, capital expenditure including CBD as at 30 June 2020 is $3.4 million below the full year budget of $186.7m (1.9%). Donated assets received from developers were approximately $8.8m above the full year forecast.
The COVID-19 Pandemic has had an impact on the 2019-2020 results. A number of Council’s revenue streams have been impacted by the current economic uncertainty and Council’s decision to provide refunds of permits and licence fees, to support organisations directly impacted by the Pandemic. The reduction in revenue has been partially offset by Council not incurring some expenditure in providing planned services, for example delayed and cancelled events.
The results in the month of June and the overall year end position were impacted by a number of movements in the month which are discussed below.
Revenue
Net rates and utility charges are under budget as a result of reduced growth in the year, lower utility charges and a significant adjustment processed to reflect a recent court decision regarding categorisation. Overall rates and utility charges are approximately $4.5m (2.2%) below the full year budget.
The impact of the rates adjustments processed was mostly offset by revenue from an entitlement Council had to Coal Royalties which was not forecast of approximately $3m. Council was advised that the royalties are payable to Council vs the State as the land was owned by Council prior to 1910.
In June we have seen a further reduction in fees and charges revenue of approximately $1 million (26.8%) which is now $2.9 million under the full year budget. The variance continues to relate primarily to town planning and regulatory fees ($1.1 m below budget for the year) resulting from economic uncertainty, animal registration revenue ($610k below budget) resulting from an extension in the payment date until 1 August 2020 and refunds.
The reduced revenue from animal registrations ($610k) is purely timing as outlined due to the extension provided by Council and will be received in July vs June 2020.
Ipswich Waste Services remains below budget as a result of lower skip services revenue. This is attributed to customer loss and rationalisation of services since the introduction of the waste levy.
Other revenue includes an additional $2.2m above budget for dividends declared by QUU in June, which was in line with their 2019-2020 Operational Plan.
Donated Asset Revenue is $9.4 million over budget for the year which includes $24 million for the Springfield Sports Stadium. This is partially offset by Developer Cash Contributions appearing to be materially impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic with contributions being $6.1 million below budget which could impact cash availability for capital projects if this is a sustained reduction.
Expenses
Consistent with previous months, employee expenses including labour contracts are over budget $2.4 million (2.4%) at 30 June 2020. This included approximately $400k in restructure costs in the month of June. Some of the additional overtime in prior months in IED is a result of undertaking works previously undertaken by contracts and budgeted in materials and services. Analysis is being undertaken to understand further any impact from reduced annual leave taken during the COVID-19 Pandemic to date.
Materials and services at 30 June 2020 are below budget by approximately $1.1 million for the full year. The underspend primarily relates to CCED ($3.4 million) relating to delayed and cancelled events, and closure of facilities, due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, offset by the unallocated efficiency savings target of approximately $1.79 million for the year that was held in Corporate Services.
However, at the end of May forecasts prepared anticipated a larger underspend in material and services for the year whereas for the month of June, materials and services expenses were $14.9m vs a budget of $11.9m. The additional expenditure in June included the normal “hard close” processing of receipts and invoices and as well as timing and accruals processed for the ICT managed services contract $410k (13 payments in the year catching up for an under accrual from the previous year), additional monthly electricity costs of $360k, RMPC costs to offset additional revenue of $300k, additional water costs for $250k and legal expenses.
While generally still within the annual materials and services budget at the Department level, additional maintenance expenditure was also incurred in June 2020 in relation to weed spraying, drainage repairs, bridge repairs and mulching of approximately $1.4m in total.
Council’s management team are reviewing and following up the additional expenditure with the relevant Branches to ensure appropriate processes are in place within the sections regarding budget management and expenditure planning.
Depreciation is over budget by approximately $2.1 million which is affecting the overall operating position. This is a non-cash expense.
Statutory Financial Reporting Adjustments
The above monthly management reports as at the end of June will be further reviewed as part of the preparation of the statutory financial statements for audit.
The adjustments to reflect the notification from QUU of the changed tax payments ($1.5m) to Council will be processed as part of this preparation. Other accounting adjustments that are being reviewed and processed as part of this and will / could impact the final financial statements and position include:
· Entries to reflect the adoption of changes to accounting standards; for example leased assets.
· Decommissioning of assets. The finance and asset management teams are reviewing assets disposed of as part of the rehabilitation of assets during the year to ensure the decommissioning of these assets is recorded in the fixed asset registers. The write off of any value of assets disposed of will be a capital expense.
· Impairment of the work in progress costs for the Commonwealth Hotel as part of the CBD project. The CBD project team and finance are reviewing the expenditure to date, forecast costs to complete the reconstruction of the hotel and the likely value at completion, to determine if an impairment of the current WIP is required under the accounting standards. Based on a preliminary assessment, it is likely that the current WIP expenditure of approximately $1.5m will need to be impaired. This is a non-cash expense.
· The finance team is also reviewing whether under the accounting standards, Council is required to raise a provision for any COVID-19 Pandemic relief through fee waiver etc in the 2019-2020 year even though the waiver will be for the July to September quarter.
· The possible impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the recovery of trade receivables is also being assessed with an increase in the provision for non-recovery increasing by $200k.
· The CBD retail properties are treated as investment properties which require annual valuations which are being finalised with the valuer.
This report and its recommendations are consistent with the following legislative provisions:
Local Government Regulation 2012
The annual financial statements, subject to the above adjustments mentioned above in the report, will be prepared for audit.
With the uncertainty of the financial impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic and the forecast 2020-2021 budget deficit, the Executive Leadership Team, supported by the Finance Branch, will be more closely monitoring revenue, labour costs and expenses as part of it budget and financial risk management and regular reporting to Council.
There are no specific implications as a result of this report.
The contents of this report did not require any community consultation. Analysis and explanations of the variances is undertaken in conjunction with the various Departments.
The monthly performance report for June 2020 is included at Attachment 1.
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Monthly Performance Report - June 2020 ⇩ |
Jeffrey Keech
Manager, Finance
I concur with the recommendations contained in this report.
Sonia Cooper
General Manager Corporate Services
“Together, we proudly enhance the quality of life for our community”