Banyule City Council 17 August 2015 Ordinary Meeting Minutes

Ordinary Meeting of Council Council Chambers, Service Centre 275 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe 17 August 2015 commencing at 7.45pm

MINUTES PRESENT .............................................................................................................................. 3 APOLOGIES .......................................................................................................................... 3 LEAVE OF ABSENCE ........................................................................................................... 3 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES ............................................................................................. 3 DISCLOSURE OF INTERESTS ............................................................................................. 3 PRESENTATION ................................................................................................................... 3 1. PETITIONS ...................................................................................................................... 4 Nil 2. PEOPLE – COMMUNITY STRENGTHENING AND SUPPORT ...................................... 4 2.1 2016-2017 Community Sport Infrastructure Fund ................................................... 4 3. PLANET – ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY ......................................................... 5 3.1 Procurement Policy ................................................................................................. 5 4. PLACE – SUSTAINABLE AMENITY AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT................................ 6 4.1 Review of the Heritage Act 1995 ............................................................................. 6 4.2 Banksia Community Stadium: Community Consultation .......................................... 6 4.3 Extension of time to planning permit for a mixed use development at 40 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe ............................................................................ 7 5. PARTICIPATION – COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IN COMMUNITY LIFE ..................... 8 5.1 Council Meeting Dates for 2016 .............................................................................. 8 6. PERFORMANCE - USE OUR RESOURCES WISELY .................................................... 9 6.1 22 and 24 Peters Street Watsonia - Proposed Sale of Land ................................... 9 6.2 Service Level Agreement - NORTH Link ............................................................... 10 6.3 Further Submission to Essential Services Commission ......................................... 10 6.4 Items for Noting .................................................................................................... 11 6.5 Assembly of Councillors ........................................................................................ 12 7. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS ......................................................................................... 15 7.1 Sealing of Documents ........................................................................................... 15

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8. NOTICES OF MOTION .................................................................................................. 15 8.1 Traffic Investigation - Frye Street, Meakin Street and Trist Street, Watsonia North ..................................................................................................................... 15 8.2 Local Council Motion of Support - Marriage Equality ............................................. 15 9. GENERAL BUSINESS .................................................................................................. 16 9.1 Professor Henry Atkinson MBE – Birthday 103 ..................................................... 16 9.2 Panel National Womens Meeting .......................................................................... 16 9.3 Grafitti Management Strategy Launch ................................................................... 16 9.4 'WE Inclusive Arts' Exhibition ................................................................................ 16 9.5 Simms Road Pavilion Opening.............................................................................. 17 10. URGENT BUSINESS..................................................................................................... 17 CLOSURE OF MEETING TO THE PUBLIC......................................................................... 17 CLOSURE OF MEETING ..................................................................................................... 17

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EXTENSION OF PUBLIC FORUM (CO2015/262) Resolution That the Public Forum be extended until 8.00pm.

Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Tom Melican

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The Meeting opened at 8.00pm.

Acknowledgement of the Traditional Owner, the Wurundjeri willam people The Mayor read an acknowledgement of the traditional land owners, the Wurundjeri willam people.

Present Mayor Cr Craig Langdon, Cr Wayne Phillips, Cr Rick Garotti, Cr Tom Melican, Cr Jenny Mulholland.

Apologies Cr Mark Di Pasquale Leave of Absence Cr Steven Briffa

Confirmation of Minutes That the following Minutes be confirmed: Ordinary Meeting of Council held 3 August 2015 Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Tom Melican

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Disclosure of Interests Nil Presentation A minutes silence was held in respect for Vietnam Veterans Day, held every year on 18 August and this year being the 49th anniversary of the battle of Long Tan.

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1. PETITIONS Nil

2. PEOPLE – COMMUNITY STRENGTHENING AND SUPPORT 2.1

2016-2017 COMMUNITY SPORT INFRASTRUCTURE FUND

Mr Craig Lovel (on behalf of the Yarra Valley Hockey Club) spoke on the item.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Community Sports Infrastructure Fund (CSIF) for 2016-2017 was released on 19 July 2015. The CSIF provides high-quality and accessible community sport and recreation facilities. Funding is available under eight categories.

Project proposals for one application within the Better Pools, Major Facilities and Small Aquatic Projects are due on the 24 August 2015. Council does not currently have any projects to be considered for Better Pools or Small Aquatic Projects, therefore this report considers potential projects within the Major Facilities Category.

There are three (3) projects that have been identified as potential applications for the Major Facilities Category, however only one (1) application can be submitted to Sports & Recreation Victoria (SRV). The potential projects include:  Banksia Street Community Stadium  Cyril Cummins Reserve Hockey Pitch Renewal  N.J.Telfer Reserve Pavilion – masterplan implementation Having regard for the funding criteria and the highly competitive nature of the Major Facility category, the current funding gaps for Banksia Community Stadium and further analysis required for Cyril Cummins Reserve Hockey Pitch surface, the proposed N.J. Telfer Reserve Pavilion is considered the most appropriate project proposal to proceed at this point in time.

The project will provide for a purpose built multi sports and community facility that will allow for increased participation in a range of sports across the region and has an existing commitment from Council for matching funding.

Sport and Recreation Victoria will advise Councils of project proposals supported to full application stage by 21 September 2015. Council will receive a further report to consider the funding implications for all projects and confirm matching funding requirements. Full application for all categories close on 29 October 2015.

Funding announcements and notification of outcomes are expected from March 2016 onwards.

Resolution (CO2015/263) That: 1.

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Council endorse the proposed N.J.Telfer Reserve Pavilion and associated works as the Major Facility application within the 2016/17 Community Sports Infrastructure Fund and request officers submit a Project Proposal to Sport and Recreation Victoria by 24 August 2015.

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A full assessment of the Cyril Cummins Reserve Hockey Pitch be undertaken by two independent contractors to determine the urgency of works and expected life of surface. The outcome of this advice is presented to Council before the consideration of the Minor Facilities Grants and future budget considerations.

3.

A further report be prepared in October 2015 to consider the overall matching funding required for applications in all categories within the 2016/17 Community Sports Infrastructure Fund.

4.

Council write to Local Members of Parliament and the Minister of Sport inviting them to a meeting to discuss the Banksia Community Stadium project and future funding opportunities.

Moved: Cr Rick Garotti Seconded: Cr Tom Melican

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3. PLANET – ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY 3.1

PROCUREMENT POLICY

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In accordance with S186A of the Local Government Act 1989 (LGA), Council must prepare and approve a procurement policy at least once in each financial year. The procurement policy was last approved by Council at its meeting on 21 July 2014.

The procurement policy includes the principles, processes and procedures that will apply to all purchases of goods, services and works by the Council. The policy is supported by Council’s Procurement & Contract Management Guidelines which provide guidance for staff and will be updated to reflect to changes made to the Policy.

Council’s procurement policy as attached has been reviewed in consultation with stakeholders and amended to include a number of best practice principles as outlined below: 

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alignment with best practice principles including: Providing a long term strategic view of procurement needs Providing a robust and transparent audit trail Risk is managed at all stages of the procurement process Use innovative procurement solutions to promote sustainability and best value Use social procurement to contribute to building stronger communities Ensure all responsible staff are aware of the legislative requirements addition of definitions and elaboration of the core principles on Best Value, Open and Fair Competition, Accountability, Risk Management, Probity and Transparency. enhancement of effective legislative and policy compliance and control and Corporate social responsibility and social procurement, Diversity, to further demonstrate sustained value, integration in the Corporate strategy, and achieving best value Inclusion of performance indicators to measure procurement performance and initiatives.

The approved procurement policy must be available for inspection by the public at the Council office and on the Council website.

The procurement policy is presented to Council for adoption.

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PROCUREMENT POLICY CONT’D

Resolution (CO2015/264) That Council adopts the Banyule City Council Procurement Policy as reviewed and amended.

Moved: Cr Rick Garotti Seconded: Cr Jenny Mulholland

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4. PLACE – SUSTAINABLE AMENITY AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT 4.1

REVIEW OF THE HERITAGE ACT 1995

Mr Kevin Biaggini and Ms Jane Crone spoke on the item.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A review of the Heritage Act 1995 is in progress. Heritage Victoria has invited submissions to the review and has provided a discussion paper outlining some initial changes proposed for the Act. A draft Banyule Council Submission has been prepared in response.

Overall, the changes proposed will make positive steps towards strengthening the protection of the State’s heritage however, it is suggested that there is opportunity for improvement in reforming the nomination process, streamlining the registration process and the assessment of heritage areas.

Resolution (CO2015/265) That Council notes the review of the Heritage Act 1995 and makes a submission (as attached) to the review.

Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Tom Melican

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BANKSIA COMMUNITY STADIUM: COMMUNITY CONSULTATION

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY At its ordinary meeting on 9 June 2015 Council resolved (CO2015/166) that further consultation been undertaken with the community regarding the proposed Banksia Community Stadium. The consultation was to inform the community of the current Council commitment to the project and highlight current funding gaps. To explain the constraints and unsuitability of the current stadium structure for refurbishment and Council’s intention to demolition these structures located at 230-232 Banksia Street, Bellfield.

Approximately 1,200 frequently asked question (FAQ) sheets regarding the project were directly mailed to nearby residents, property owners and other stakeholders which included an invitation to attend two community information sessions on the 22 July 2015.

A total of six people attended the community information sessions and three written submissions were received.

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BANKSIA COMMUNITY STADIUM: COMMUNITY CONSULTATION CONT’D

All attendees of the community information sessions and the written submissions support the proposed demolition of the existing stadium structure. Other key feedback received though written submissions queried if the current site is it the right location for a future stadium and seeking clarification around the timing, governance structure and communication plan for the wider Bellfield precinct master plan.

Resolution (CO2015/266) That: : 1.

A contractor be engaged to demolish the existing Banksia Stadium, located at 230-232 Banksia Street, Bellfield.

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A further report be prepared for Council’s consideration on the future management options and potential funding opportunities for the proposed Banksia Community Stadium.

 Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Craig Langdon

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EXTENSION OF TIME TO PLANNING PERMIT FOR A MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT AT 40 UPPER HEIDELBERG ROAD, IVANHOE

Mr Kevin Biaggini spoke on the item.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The proposal seeks an extension of time to a planning permit issued by the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) on 6 August 2007 for a mixed use multi-level development at 40 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe. The permit has previously been extended on three occasions. A change in planning policy has occurred since the permit was last extended with the permanent inclusion of the site within the Design and Development Overlay schedule 11. Council considered an extension of time requests in November 2013 and determined that an extension of time was appropriate on the basis that the development satisfied the requirements of the proposed planning policy. The Council, at the time, indicated that any further extension of time would be unlikely to be supported.

However, a further extension is now considered reasonable to enable the development to proceed.

Resolution (CO2015/267) That Council extend the permit timeframe for planning permit P760/2006 at 40 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe for a further two (2) years. The development must now be commenced by 6 August 2017 and the development completed by 6 August 2019. The use of the land must also commence by 6 August 2019.

Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Craig Langdon

CARRIED

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5. PARTICIPATION – COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IN COMMUNITY LIFE 5.1

COUNCIL MEETING DATES FOR 2016

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Local Government Act 1989 requires Council to fix the dates, times and place of Council Meetings and to provide public notice of the Meeting schedule which requires 7 days notice of an Ordinary meeting or Special meeting. The dates and venues of Council Meetings are published in Council’s annual calendar, The banner and the local Leader newspapers.

The proposed dates take into consideration public holidays, the legislative requirements for the Budget & City Plan timetable, Election of Mayor, the General Election, Caretaker period and the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) conference.

This report is to consider and approve a schedule of meeting dates for the Council Meetings for 2016.

Resolution (CO2015/268) That the Council Meeting Dates for 2016 be as follows: 8 February

14 June (Tuesday)

5 September

22 February

20- 22 June

19 September

7 March

(ALGA) 27June

27 October (Thursday)

4 April

11 July

(Mayoral Election) 7 November

18 April

25 July

21 November

9 May

8 August

5 December

30 May

22 August

19 December

Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Tom Melican

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6. PERFORMANCE - USE OUR RESOURCES WISELY 6.1

22 AND 24 PETERS STREET WATSONIA - PROPOSED SALE OF LAND

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Council owns two separate allotments known as 22 and 24 Peters Street, Watsonia (the subject land). The rear boundaries are adjacent to A K Lines Reserve (Reserve). The subject land has previously been identified as surplus to Council’s needs.

Planning Scheme Amendment C103 rezoned the land from Public Park and Recreation Zone (PPRZ) to General Residential Zone (GRZ1).

At its Ordinary Meeting on 23 March 2015 (CO2015/73) Council resolved to commence the statutory procedures, in accordance with section 189 of the Local Government Act 1989 (Act), to give public notice of Council’s intention to sell the subject land.

Public notice was given in the “Diamond Valley Leader” on 15 April 2015, with submissions on the proposal invited in accordance with section 223 of the Act. The submission period closed at 5:00 pm on 13 May 2015. No submissions were received.

In assessing the saleability of the subject land a number of issues, that need to be addressed prior to the sale, were identified. These issues include the removal of Telstra assets and relocation of the water supply to the Reserve, both of which are currently located within the subject land.

This report considers the matters to be addressed prior to sale of the subject land, and whether or not to proceed and, in the event that Council decides to sell, the method of sale.

Resolution (CO2015/269) That Council: 1.

Approves the sale of Council land known as 22 and 24 Peters Street, Watsonia (subject land) at public auction as two separate allotments.

2.

Arrange for the works to relocate the water supply to AK Lines Reserve and remove Telstra assets from the subject land to be completed prior to the sale of the subject land.

3.

Obtain a valuation prior to the sale of the subject land.

4.

Sign and seal the necessary documentation at the appropriate time to effect the sale and transfer of the subject land.

5.

Consider a further report in relation to setting the reserve for the sale of the subject land.

Moved: Cr Rick Garotti Seconded: Cr Jenny Mulholland

CARRIED

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SERVICE LEVEL AGREEMENT - NORTH LINK

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY At its meeting on 6 July 2015, Council resolved to write to the northern metropolitan regional economic development agency - NORTH Link, inviting the Board of Management to enter into a Service Level Agreement as part of Council’s 2015/16 membership commitment.

Having presented Council’s preferred key performance indicators to NORTH Link, a draft Service Level Agreement has been prepared. Council should now consider finalising the agreement and formalising its membership for the 2015/16 financial year.

Resolution (CO2015/270) That Council: 1.

Endorse the Service Level Agreement as presented in Attachment 1 to this report.

2.

Write to NORTH Link advising that Council’s membership commitment for the 2015/16 financial year is now active and confirming endorsement of the Service Level Agreement.

Moved: Cr Tom Melican Seconded: Cr Rick Garotti

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FURTHER SUBMISSION TO ESSENTIAL SERVICES COMMISSION

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Essential Services Commission (ESC), tasked by the State Government to introduce a system of Rate Capping in Victoria have released their Draft report “A Blue Print For Change – Local Government Rates Capping & Variation Framework Review.”(attached) The ESC draft report invites interested parties to respond to the paper. Council on behalf of its community has an obligation to ensure the ongoing financial security of the municipality.

As previously stated Council remains overall opposed to the introduction of a rate cap Council considers the introduction of a standard rate cap across all municipalities does not account for the individuality of local community needs or the starting position of municipalities.

The rate cap proposed does not take into account the significance of cost shifting or legislative burdens imposed upon local government.

A further layer of administration and cost is now born by Council through this process.

Resolution (CO2015/271) 1.

That Council write to the Essential Services Commission (ESC) and attach its submission in response to the Draft Rate Capping (Blue Print for Change) report, outlining: a.

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That in alignment with Principle 1 of the rate capping design framework Council

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seeks further consideration of local needs in setting the cap A request for the broadening of the capping mechanism to take into account other cost drivers.

That the implementation of any rate capping, should occur after the expiration of the current City Plan and post the 2016 General Council Election.

A request of the ESC to provide some analysis of the current financial position of all councils and their ability to remain sustainable with a Rate Cap The need for provision of analysis of the future long term effects of the proposed rate cap.

A rate cap does not allow a council to promote local self-determinacy as is mandated by the election of local councillors The use of a blunt instrument does not consider local issues The premise that cost pressure on the local government industry is not linear or one dimensional That where support from other levels of Government for community infrastructure projects and initiatives is evident, an as of right variation process should exist.

That all costs identified by Council in the administration of the rate capping system are publicised by the ESC through the Local Government Reporting Framework to the community.

The direct effects of the rate cap on rates on flexible service provision be identified That Council acknowledges the good work the ESC continues to do in the development of the framework however there are concerns about the increased administrative burden on councils in relation to the proposed variation planning, consulting and reporting processes.

Moved: Cr Rick Garotti Seconded: Cr Tom Melican

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ITEMS FOR NOTING

Resolution (CO2015/272) That Council note the following minutes/reports: 1.

Banyule Environment Advisory Committee (BEAC) July Meeting Notes;

2.

Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, 2014: Climate Change 2014: Synthesis Report. Contribution of Working Groups I, II and III to the Fifth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change [Core Writing Team, R.K. Pachauri and L.A. Meyer (eds.)]. IPCC, Geneva, Switzerland, 151 pp.

Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Tom Melican

CARRIED

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ASSEMBLY OF COUNCILLORS

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Under the Local Government Act 1989 an Assembly of Councillors is defined as: A meeting of an advisory committee of the Council, if at least one Councillor is present or; A planned or scheduled meeting of at least half of the Councillors and one member of Council staff which considers matters that are intended or likely to be: a) b)

the subject of a decision of the Council or; subject to the exercise of a function, duty or power of the Council that has been delegated to a person or committee.

In accordance with Section 80A of the Local Government Act 1989 Council is required to report as soon as possible to an Ordinary Meeting of Council a record of any assemblies of Councillors held. Below is the latest listing of notified assemblies of Councillors held at Banyule City Council.

RECORD OF ASSEMBLIES 1

Date of Assembly:

22 July 2015

Type of Meeting:

Banyule Bicycle Advisory Committee

Matters Considered:

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Transport Accident Commission (TAC) cyclist safety at roundabouts Strategic Cycling Corridors Draft Banyule Integrated Transport Plan Regional Trails Map New Bicycle racks at Ivanhoe and Rosanna Bike Futures Conference 19 to 21 October 2015 Horse Riding Trails Public Riding Trails Public Open Space Review Super Sunday Recreational Cyclist Count Greensborough Highway Livingstone Street crossing of Donaldson Creek bike trail Parkiteer Bike Cage update Off-road feasibility studies Plenty River Trail shared path improvements Northern Region Trails strategy Darebin Creek Trail

Councillors Present:

Tom Melican

Staff Present:

Jeff Parkes – Open Space Planning Coordinator Michelle Herbert – Senior Transport Engineer Kathleen Petras – Transport Engineer

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Others Present:

Mr John Merory Mr Mcurie Abboti Ms Greta Gillies

Conflict of Interest:

Nil

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Date of Assembly:

3 August 2015

Type of Meeting:

Councillor Briefing

Matters Considered:

Items on the Council Agenda for the Ordinary Meeting of 3 August 2015 (excluding confidential items) as listed below: 1.1 1.2 2.1 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 6.1 6.2 6.3 7.1 8.1 8.2 8.3

Provision of a children's crossing on Martins Lane, Viewbank Petition in relation to approved landscaping at 199 Mountain View Road Greensborough Banyule Business Awards Notice of Decision - Bell Street Mall Special Rate Redmond Court Wetlands Study Martins Lane, Viewbank - Proposed Children's Crossing and Supervisor Proposed Road Closure - Hughes Street at Baldwin Avenue, Montmorency Improvements to Burgundy Street, Heidelberg 1 Kalparrin Avenue Greensborough - New Lease Assembly of Councillors Sealing of Documents Rosanna Road/Greensborough Hwy night time Truck Ban Renaming the Mental Health Reserve Greening Banyule

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General Business

10.

Urgent Business

Councillors Present:

Steven Briffa Mark Di Pasquale Rick Garotti Craig Langdon Tom Melican Jenny Mulholland Wayne Phillips

Staff Present:

Simon McMillan – Chief Executive Officer Allison Beckwith – Director Community Programs Geoff Glynn – Acting Chief Executive Officer Scott Walker – Director City Development Peter Utri – Acting Director Corporate Services Gina Burden – Manager Governance & Communications Emily Outlaw – Council Governance Liaison Officer Daniel Kollmorgen – Manager Transport Sustainability & Municipal Laws Joseph Tabacco – Manager Property & Economic Development

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Nil

Conflict of Interest:

Nil

Date of Assembly:

7 August 2015

Type of Meeting:

Council & Local Members Meeting

Matters Considered:

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SRV Funding – Opportunities for Banyule Traffic and Transport Issues – As identified with Vic Roads Greensborough Office Council’s Budget Overview Schools in Banyule City Council La Trobe Cluster State Budget – Outcomes for Banyule City

Councillors Present:

Steven Briffa Craig Langdon Tom Melican Jenny Mulholland

Staff Present:

Simon McMillan – Chief Executive Officer Allison Beckwith – Director Community Programs Geoff Glynn – Acting Chief Executive Officer Scott Walker – Director City Development Peter Utri – Acting Director Corporate Services

Others Present:

State Members for Eastern Metropolitan Region  Mary Wooldridge  Richard Dalla-Riva  Bruce Atkinson

Conflict of Interest:

Nil

Resolution (CO2015/273) That the Assembly of Councillors report be received.

Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Rick Garotti

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7. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS 7.1

SEALING OF DOCUMENTS

Resolution (CO2015/274) That the Common Seal of the Banyule City Council be affixed to the following: 1.

Lease and Service Level Agreement between Banyule City Council and Veteran and Community Mens Shed Inc for the premises located at 162 Main Road, Lower Plenty for the term of three (3) years commencing 1 July, 2014 and ending 30 June, 2017

2.

Lease and Service Level Agreement between Banyule City Council and Kalparrin Early Childhood Intervention Program Inc for the lease of 1 Kalparrin Avenue, Greensborough for the term of three (3) years commencing 30 June, 2015 and ending 30 June 2018.

3.

Instrument of Authorisation for Statutory Enforcement Officer, Luke Morrice, and Planning Investigations Officer, David Hargreaves be appointed and authorised as set out in the Instrument.

Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Rick Garotti

CARRIED

8. NOTICES OF MOTION 8.1

TRAFFIC INVESTIGATION - FRYE STREET, MEAKIN STREET AND TRIST STREET, WATSONIA NORTH

Cr Rick Garotti submitted a Notice of Motion Resolution (CO2015/275) 1.

“That Council officers investigate and report on traffic and speed and volumes on Frye Street, Meakin Street, and Trist Street, Watsonia North.”

Moved: Cr Rick Garotti Seconded: Cr Jenny Mulholland

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LOCAL COUNCIL MOTION OF SUPPORT - MARRIAGE EQUALITY

Cr Jenny Mulholland and Cr Craig Langdon submitted a Notice of Motion Resolution (CO2015/276) That Council resolve to: 1.

Publicly support marriage equality irrespective of sex or gender identity.

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Write to all Federal Members of Parliament and the Commonwealth Human Rights and

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Equal Opportunity Commission advising them of council’s support; and 3.

Write to the Parliamentary Secretaries of all political parties with representation in the Federal Parliament encouraging them to prioritise debating changes to the Marriage Act and allow a conscience vote on marriage equality.

Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Craig Langdon

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Cr Jenny Mulholland called for a division: FOR:

Cr Rick Garotti, Cr Tom Melican, Cr Jenny Mulholland, Cr Wayne Phillips Cr Craig Langdon

AGAINST:

Nil

The Chairperson declared the motion

CARRIED

9. GENERAL BUSINESS 9.1

PROFESSOR HENRY ATKINSON MBE – BIRTHDAY 103

Councillor Langdon, congratulated local resident Professor Henry Atkinson MBE on his 103rd Birthday (August 20th) and noted his dedicated service to the community. Originally from Lancashire he arrived in Australia in 1953 after serving in WWII as an Oral Surgeon with the British Army in North Africa, Sicily and Italy where he was awarded the MBE. Professor Atkinson has held positions at the University of Manchester, Chair in Dental Prosthetics at the University of Melbourne, Dental Hospital Committee of Management, Professional Board, University Research Committee and many other positions.

Upon his retirement Professor Atkinson became Professor Emeritus and Honorary Curator of the Dentistry Museum and writing the history of dentistry in Australia. The Museum has subsequently been named the Henry Forman Atkinson Dental Museum.

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PANEL NATIONAL WOMENS MEETING

Councillor Mulholland attended the forum panel of the Womens Council of Australia, Victoria Division held on 10 August at Parliament House. She noted that it was good to see a local Banyule school, Ivanhoe Girls Grammar School participate in the forum.

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GRAFITTI MANAGEMENT STRATEGY LAUNCH

Councillor Mulholland and Councillor Melican attended the Graffiti Management Strategy launched by Mayor Langdon on 11 August 2015 and congratulated staff on the launch.

9.4

'WE INCLUSIVE ARTS' EXHIBITION

Councillor Mulholland advised that she attended the ‘WE Inclusive Arts” exhibition at HATCH on 5 August 2015 opened by the Mayor Langdon

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SIMMS ROAD PAVILION OPENING

Councillor Langdon launched the opening of the Simms Road Pavilion Stage One and Two and congratulated staff on the works and also acknowledged Councillor Briffa’s work on this project.

10. URGENT BUSINESS Nil Closure of Meeting to the Public That in accordance with Section 89(2) of the Local Government Act 1989, Council close the Meeting to members of the public and adjourn for five minutes to allow the public to leave the Chamber prior to considering confidential items 11.1, 11.2 & 11.3.

Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Rick Garotti

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The Meeting was adjourned at 9.03pm.

The Meeting was closed to the public at 9.08pm.

Closure of Meeting The Meeting was closed at 9.40pm.

DATED:........................... DAY OF ........................... 2015

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MAYOR

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