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10. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
COUNCILLOR SHEILA IRELAND
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In accordance with section
150EQ(3)(b) and 150EQ(3)(c) of the Local Government Act 2009,
Councillor Sheila Ireland advised that she provided notice to the Chief
Executive Officer on 23 March 2021 of a declarable conflict of interest in
any matter that may involve Mr Garth Llewellyn purchasing a parcel of land
adjoining his property in North Booval.
The nature of the interest is
that Mr Garth Llewellyn is a long-term family friend of Councillor Irelands.
Councillor Sheila Ireland
advised that she will leave the meeting room (including any area set aside
for the public) when this matter is being discussed and voted on.
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COUNCILLOR JACOB MADSEN
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In accordance with section 150EQ of the Local Government Act 2009,
Councillor Jacob Madsen informed the meeting that he has a declarable
conflict of interest in Item 14.6 titled Reception and Consideration of
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee’s Report.
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Madsen 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
works that Council is undergoing.
Councillor Jacob Madsen advised that he will leave the
meeting room (including any area set aside for the public) while this matter is
being discussed and voted on.
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COUNCILLOR ANDREW FECHNER
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In accordance with section 150EQ of the Local
Government Act 2009, Councillor Andrew Fechner informed the meeting that
he has a declarable conflict of interest in Item 14.6 titled Ipswich Central
Redevelopment Committee’s Report.
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Fechner
stands to gain a benefit or suffer a loss due to his business interest in
both A1A Events Pty Ltd and Bar Heisenberg Pty Ltd which is located in the
top of town at 164 Brisbane Street, Ipswich.
Councillor Andrew Fechner advised that he will leave the
meeting room (including any area set aside for the public) while this matter is
being discussed and voted on.
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In accordance with section 150EQ of the Local
Government Act 2009, Councillor Andrew Fechner informed the meeting that
he has a declarable conflict of interest in Item 15.7 titled Proposed Renewal
of Lease over 116 Brisbane Street, Ipswich to Rajesh Sharma.
The nature of the interest is that Councillor
Fechner’s business interest in Bar Heisenberg Pty Ltd and A1A Events
Pty Ltd are both located in the top of town at 164 Brisbane Street, Ipswich.
Councillor Andrew Fechner advised that he will leave the
meeting room (including any area set aside for the public) while this matter
is being discussed and voted on.
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14.2
Governance and
Transparency Committee
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Moved by
Councillor Jacob Madsen:
Seconded
by Councillor Russell Milligan:
That
Council adopt the recommendations of the Governance and Transparency
Committee Report
No. 2021(03) of 15 April 2021.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
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This block motion adopts all items of the Governance and
Transparency Committee No. 2021(03) of 15 April 2021 as listed below, as
resolutions of Council:
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GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY COMMITTEE – ITEM 1
REPORT
- Governance and Transparency Committee No. 2021(02) of 11 March 2021
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That the report of the Governance and
Transparency Committee No. 2021(02) of 11 March 2021 be received and noted.
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GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY COMMITTEE – ITEM 2
iVolve
Project Preliminary Business Case
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That the iVolve Project Preliminary Business
Case be accepted and approved, and approval be given for the iVolve Project
to progress to the next project stage - Stage 3 Final Business Case.
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GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY COMMITTEE – ITEM 3
Repeal
of Previous Council Decision for New Trustee Permit Over Reserve for
Recreation Purposes - Anzac Park Sports and Recreation Club Incorporated - 1
Mill Street, Rosewood
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That Council repeal its previous decision to enter a Trustee Permit with Anzac Park
Sports and Recreation Club Incorporation (a decision of the
General Purposes Committee, Item No. 3 on 19 May 2020) adopted at the Council
Ordinary meeting of 26 May 2020.
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GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY COMMITTEE – ITEM 4
Proposed
Fees and Charges to apply from 1 July 2021
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A. That
the proposed 2021-2022 Fees and Charges, as detailed in Attachment 1 to the
report by the Treasury Accounting Manager dated 27 March 2021, be
adopted with an effective date of 1 July 2021.
B. That
the amendments to Fees and Charges for 2021-2022, as detailed in Attachment 2
to the report by the Treasury Accounting Manager dated
27 March 2021, be received and noted.
C. That
the extension of COVID-19 fee relief measures (waivers) for the 2021‑2022
financial year for footpath dining licence applications and renewals be
adopted.
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GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY COMMITTEE – ITEM 5
Fees
and Charges for George Alder Tennis Centre
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A. That
the proposed Fees and Charges for general and casual individual, social and
coaching use court hire at the George Alder Tennis Centre, as detailed in
Table 1 of the report by the Principal Officer (Sport and Recreation) dated
16 March 2021, be adopted with an effective date of 1 May 2021.
B. That
the continuation of the proposed Fees and Charges for general and casual
individual, social and coaching use court hire at the George Alder Tennis
Centre, as detailed in Table 1 of the report by the Principal Officer (Sport
and Recreation) dated 16 March 2021, during 2021‑2022, be noted.
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GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY COMMITTEE – ITEM 6
Procurement
- Cultural Landscape Values Investigation Agreement
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A. That
pursuant to section 235(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation)
Council resolve it is satisfied that the exception referred to in section
235(b) of the Regulation applies and that Cultural Landscape
Values Audits 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 Turnstone Archaeology for the provision of
Cultural Landscape Values Audits for a period of
three (3) years with the maximum expenditure
under this arrangement over the three years to be $300,000 excluding GST.
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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GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY COMMITTEE – ITEM 7
Procurement
- Parking Machines and Communication and Management System
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A. That
Council resolve it is satisfied that the exception in 235(a) of the Local
Government Regulation 2012 applies and that Australian Parking and
Revenue Control Pty Limited (APARC) is the only supplier reasonably
available to provide maintenance for the current parking meter system.
B. That
Council enter into a contract with APARC for the provision of maintenance for
the current parking meter system for a period of one (1) year with the option
to extend for an additional two (2) one (1) year terms, at an estimated
cost of $340,000 excluding GST per annum, for three (3) years to June 2024
for the estimated sum of $1,020,000 excluding GST.
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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GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY COMMITTEE – ITEM 8
Procurement
- Annual Support and Upgrade Renewal - Kronos Software
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A. That
Council resolve it is satisfied under section 235(b) of the Local
Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation) that the exception under s235(b)
of the Regulation applies and that because of the specialised nature of the
services that are sought, namely Kronos software and equipment support
services and upgrade, it would be impractical or disadvantageous for Council
to invite quotes or tenders.
B. That
Council resolve it is satisfied to continue with, and to renew, the annual support
services and upgrade for the Kronos software and equipment with Kronos from
23 May 2021 until 30 September 2021 and then for up to three (3) further one
(1) year periods to allow cover until 30 September 2024, for an estimated
total cost of up to $135,000 excluding GST.
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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GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY COMMITTEE – ITEM 9
Procurement
- Enhancement, upgrade, support and subscription renewal of Objective
Software
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A. That
Council enter into a contract with Objective Corporation Limited for the
provision of product enhancements, continued support, upgrade and subscription
renewal under s234 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 for an
estimated total cost of up to three million dollars ($3,000,000) excluding
GST for the period commencing 1 May 2021 and ending
30 June 2026.
B. That
the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms
of the contract to be executed by Council (including all annual renewals) 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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GOVERNANCE AND TRANSPARENCY COMMITTEE – ITEM 10
Procurement
- Renewal of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) for Bundamba and Goodna Aquatic
Centres
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A. That Council resolve it is satisfied under
section 235(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (regulation)
that the exception under section 235(b) of the regulation applies and that
Origin Energy Retail Ltd is the only supplier reasonably available to it to
provide the LPG supply agreement for
Bundamba & Goodna Aquatic Centres for the following reasons:
1. The number of suppliers for
heating LPG is limited.
2. The equipment at the Council
Aquatic Centres is owned by the supplier and Council pays a rent and supply
of gas cost.
3. The cost to Council for a new
supplier for the removal and replacement of the current infrastructure at the
aquatic centres.
B. That Council
enter into a supply agreement with Origin Energy Retail Ltd for the provision
of the LPG sale and supply agreement for Bundamba & Goodna Aquatic
Centres for a period of twelve (12) months for the estimated sum of one
hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) excluding GST.
C. That
the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms
of the agreement 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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14.3
Community,
Culture, Arts and Sport Committee
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Moved by
Councillor Andrew Fechner:
Seconded
by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
That
Council adopt the recommendations of the Community, Culture, Arts and Sport
Committee Report No. 2021(03) of 15 April 2021.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
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This block motion adopts all items of the Community,
Culture, Arts and Sport Committee No. 2021(03) of 15 April 2021 as listed
below, as resolutions of Council:
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Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee – item 1
REPORT
- Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee No. 2021(02) of 11 March 2021
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That the report of the Community, Culture, Arts
and Sport Committee No. 2021(02) of 11 March 2021 be received and noted.
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Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee – item 2
Procurement:
Library Collection Resources
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A. That pursuant to section 234 of the Local Government
Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council utilise LGA Arrangement
“Library Resources (Goods and Services) LB284” by Local Buy Pty
Ltd for the provision of physical
library collection resources (Council
reference 15900), with James Bennett Pty Limited (Supplier) who is a party to
the LGA Arrangement, as detailed in this report by the Goods and Services
Category Specialist dated 25 March
2021.
B. That
under the LGA Arrangement with the Supplier, the estimated purchase price is
$4,982,000 excluding GST over the entire term, the end date of the initial
term being 30 June 2023, with the option to extend at the discretion of Local Buy
Pty Ltd for an additional two (2) twelve (12) month terms.
C. That
Council may enter into ancillary contractual arrangements with the Supplier,
as allowed by the LGA Arrangement.
D. That
pursuant to section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009,
Council delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to take “contractual
action” pursuant to section 238 of the Regulation, in order to
implement Council’s decision, however the delegation does not allow for
options for extension to be offered in any ancillary contractual arrangements
other than those already allowed for under the LGA Arrangement.
E. That
the report be updated to include the annual contributions from the Queensland
State Government.
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Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee – item 3
Investigate
a non-exclusive arrangement with Playgroup Queensland and additional uses for
the facility at 56 Harold Summervilles Road, Karalee
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A. That
Council receive and note the contents of this report.
B. That
Council enter into a Lease with Playgroup Queensland Ltd as per the
recommendations from the report presented at the Governance and Transparency
Committee No. 2020(03) dated 15 October, 2020 as outlined
Recommendations C, D and E below:
C. That
Council resolve pursuant to the Local Government Regulation 2012 (the
Regulation) that the exception under sections 236(1)(b)(ii) and 236(2) of the
Regulation apply to the disposal of the leasehold interest located over part
of 56 Harold Summervilles Road, Karalee described as Lease D on Lot 1
on RP170788 on SP216939 (“the land”), by way of a lease
between Council and Playgroup Queensland Ltd for a
consideration.
D. That
Council enter into a Lease with Playgroup Queensland Ltd (“the
lessee”) for a five (5) year term.
E. That
under s257 of the Local Government Act 2009, Council resolve to
delegate the power to the Chief Executive Officer to authorise and negotiate
the terms of the Lease to be executed by Council with Playgroup Queensland
Ltd and to do any other acts necessary to implement Council’s decision.
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Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee – item 4
Major
Community Event Sponsorship - Ipswich Show
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That the Ipswich Show Society
receive $40,000 ex GST cash support and up to $5,000 in kind support for the
2021 Ipswich Show.
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Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee – item 5
Quarterly
Event Sponsorship and Ticket Allocation Report
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A. That
Council note that the following event sponsorships were approved in the
January – March 2021 period:
a. Event
Sponsorships over $15,000 ex GST endorsed by council:
1. Ipswich
Turf Club - $20,000 ex GST financial support and additional in-kind support
of star pickets and covers, rammer and rolls of barrier mesh (all to be
returned at no cost to council) for the 2021 Ipswich Cup.
2. Limestone
Events Inc. - $10,000 ex GST cash support and the following in-kind support
valued at $12,000 ex GST for The Gathering:
· Inclusion
of a two page feature in Council’s seasonal Quarterly Guide;
· Inclusion
on the Council funded Mt Ommaney Billboard promoting 2021 ‘Ipswich
Festivals’ initiatives;
· Erection
of (existing) street banners along Brisbane Road to promote the event;
· Support
from two staff from the City Events team during event delivery.
b. Event
Sponsorships under $15,000 ex GST approved by the General Manager, Community,
Culture and Economic Development:
1. Rocky
Trail Entertainment Limited - $3,500 annually for 3 years – total $10,500
ex GST for the Rocky Trail Fox Superflow Ipswich Enduro.
2. Ipswich
District Teacher-Librarian Network - $14,437.50 combined cash and in-kind
support for the StoryArts Festival as follows:
· $6,000.00 ex GST
financial support (venue fees and family performance fees)
· $6,437.50 incl
GST in-kind support (waiving of Ipswich Civic Centre venue hire)
· $2,000.00
in-kind support (two page feature in Council’s quarterly guide)
B. That
council note that there were no event sponsorship related ticket allocations
made to Councillors or council staff during this period.
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Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee – item 6
Community
Funding and Support Allocations Status Report 1 July 2020 to 29 March 2021
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That the report concerning
the year-to-date allocation of Council’s Community Funding and Support
Programs from July 2020 to March 2021 be received and the contents noted.
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14.4
Economic and
Industry Development Committee
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Moved by
Councillor Nicole Jonic:
Seconded
by Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle:
That
Council adopt the recommendations of the Economic and Industry Development
Committee Report No. 2021(03) of 15 April 2021.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
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This block motion adopts all items of the Economic and
Industry Development Committee No. 2021(03) of 15 April 2021 as listed below,
as resolutions of Council:
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Economic and Industry Development Committee – ITEM 1
Report
- Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2021(02) of 11 March 2021
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That the report of the Economic and Industry
Development Committee No. 2021(02) of 11 March 2021 be received and noted.
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Economic and Industry Development Committee – ITEM 2
Presentation
- Queensland Small Business Month Activities and Events
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That the presentation be received and noted.
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14.5
Environment and
Sustainability Committee
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Moved by
Councillor Russell Milligan:
Seconded
by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
That
Council adopt the recommendations of the Environment and Sustainability
Committee Report
No. 2021(03) of 15 April 2021.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
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This block motion adopts all items of the Environment and
Sustainability Committee No. 2021(03) of 15 April 2021 as listed below, as
resolutions of Council:
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Environment and Sustainability Committee – item 1
Report
- Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2021(02) of 11 March 2021
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That the report of the Environment and
Sustainability Committee No. 2021(02) of 11 March 2021 be received and noted.
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Environment and Sustainability Committee – item 2
Little
Liverpool Range Initiative Update
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A. That
Council extend the partnership with the Turner Family Foundation and
Queensland Trust for Nature in the Little Liverpool Range Initiative for an
additional
12 months.
B. That
Council contribute a further $14,800 in the 2021-2022 budget towards
co-funding the continued employment of the Little Liverpool Range Initiative
Project Officer.
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At 9.21 am Councillors Jacob Madsen and Andrew Fechner left
the meeting room due to previously declared interests in Item 14.6.
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14.6
Ipswich Central
Redevelopment Committee
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Moved by
Deputy Mayor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded
by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
That
Council adopt the recommendations of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee
Report No. 2021(03) of 15 April 2021.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
All Councillors except Councillors
Jacob Madsen and Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken.
The motion was put and carried.
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This block motion adopts all items of the Ipswich Central
Redevelopment Committee No. 2021(03) of 15 April 2021 as listed below, as
resolutions of Council:
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Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee – ITEM 1
Report
- Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee No. 2021(02) of 11 March 2021
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That the report of the Ipswich Central
Redevelopment Committee No. 2021(02) of 11 March 2021 be received and noted.
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Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee – ITEM 2
Retail
Sub-Project Steering Committee Report No. 9 - March 2021
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That the Retail Sub-project Steering Committee
Report No. 9 for March 2021 be received and the contents noted.
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Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee – ITEM 3
NICHOLAS
STREET PRECINCT EXECUTIVE REPORT NO. 26 MARCH 2021
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A.
That the Nicholas Street Precinct Executive Report
No. 26 for March 2021 be received and the contents noted.
B.
That council officers consult with councillors regarding
artworks on the Ground Floor, Level 1 and Level 8 of
1 Nicholas Street, Ipswich.
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Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee – ITEM 4
Nicholas
Street Precinct Communications, Engagement and Activation Monthly Report
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That the Nicholas Street Precinct: Communications,
Engagement and Activation Monthly Report be received and the contents noted.
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At 9.32 am Councillors Jacob
Madsen and Andrew Fechner returned to the meeting room.
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15.1
Appointment of
Deputy Mayor
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Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic:
Seconded
by Councillor Sheila Ireland:
A. That
in line with the intent of the resolution dated 27 April 2020, Council
declare the office of the Deputy Mayor vacant.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Tully
Madsen Doyle
Ireland Fechner
Milligan Kunzelmann
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
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Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew
Fechner:
B. That
Council nominate Councillor Marnie Doyle as Deputy Mayor.
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Councillor Sheila Ireland foreshadowed that she would move
an alternate motion in the event that Councillor Marnie Doyle’s motion
was lost.
B.
That Council nominate Councillor Nicole Jonic as Deputy Mayor.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Harding
Doyle Madsen
Fechner Ireland
Kunzelmann Milligan
Jonic
The original motion was put and lost.
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FORESHADOWED MOTION
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Moved by Councillor Sheila Ireland:
Seconded by Councillor Russell
Milligan:
B. That
council nominate Councillor Nicole Jonic as Deputy Mayor.
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VARIATION TO MOTION
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Councillor Paul Tully proposed a variation to the motion:
That council nominate Councillor Nicole Jonic as Deputy
Mayor until the ordinary council meeting in April 2022.
The mover and seconder of the original motion agreed to
the proposed variation.
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FURTHER VARIATION TO MOTION
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Councillor Russell Milligan proposed a further variation
to the motion:
That council appoint Councillor Nicole Jonic as Deputy
Mayor until the ordinary council meeting in April 2022.
The mover and seconder of the original motion agreed to
the proposed variation.
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Moved by Councillor Sheila Ireland:
Seconded
by Councillor Russell Milligan:
B.
That council appoint Councillor
Nicole Jonic as Deputy Mayor until the ordinary council meeting in April
2022.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Tully
Madsen Doyle
Ireland Fechner
Milligan Kunzelmann
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
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15.6
Promotion of
Green Waste Bins at Ipswich Show
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Recommendation
That Council endorse the
following promotion which is proposed to be offered during the Ipswich Show,
being:
· For
residents who sign up to Council’s “opt-in” green waste
service during the Ipswich Show period (14-16 May 2021), they will receive up
to 6 weeks free service. Effectively, the resident will receive a green
waste service from mid-May 2021, with the annual normal charge commencing
from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022.
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VARIATION TO MOTION
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Councillor Paul Tully proposed a variation to the motion:
That the word ‘commencing’ where appearing on
the last line of the recommendation be replaced with the word
‘applied’ and that the words ‘to 30 June 2022 where
appearing in the last line of the recommendation be removed.
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Moved by
Councillor Russell Milligan:
Seconded
by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That
Council endorse the following promotion which is proposed to be offered
during the Ipswich Show, being:
· For residents who sign up to Council’s
“opt-in” green waste service during the Ipswich Show period (14-16
May 2021), they will receive up to 6 weeks free service. Effectively,
the resident will receive a green waste service from mid-May 2021, with the
annual normal charge applied from 1 July 2021.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
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At 10.21 am Councillor Andrew Fechner left the meeting room
due to a previously declared interest in Item 15.7.