Banyule Council Meeting 17 february 2014 Minutes by Banyule City Council

Ordinary Meeting of Council Council Chambers, Service Centre 275 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe 17 February 2014 commencing at 7.45

MINUTES THE MAYOR’S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF THE WURUNDJERI PEOPLE ......................... 3 PRESENT .............................................................................................................................. 3 APOLOGIES .......................................................................................................................... 3 LEAVE OF ABSENCE ........................................................................................................... 3 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES ............................................................................................. 3 DISCLOSURE OF INTERESTS ............................................................................................. 3 PRESENTATION ................................................................................................................... 3 1. PETITIONS ...................................................................................................................... 3 Nil 2. PEOPLE – COMMUNITY STRENGTHENING AND SUPPORT ...................................... 3 Nil 3. PLANET – ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY ......................................................... 4 3.1 Municipal Wide Flood Mitigation Strategy ............................................................... 4 4. PLACE – SUSTAINABLE AMENITY AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT................................ 5 4.1 Potential parking demand changes in Heildelberg West, Bellfield and Heidelberg Heights ................................................................................................. 5 4.2 Ivanhoe Grammar School Resident Interest Group - Replacement Member ........... 6 4.3 Subdivision at 2 Orr Lane and 1 & 1A Cressy Street and Reserve Status of Harrington Reserve Montmorency. ......................................................................... 6 5. PARTICIPATION – COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IN COMMUNITY LIFE ..................... 9 5.1 Ward Fund Allocations ............................................................................................ 9 6. PERFORMANCE - USE OUR RESOURCES WISELY .................................................. 12 6.1 Assembly of Councillors ........................................................................................ 12 7. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS ......................................................................................... 15 Nil 8. NOTICES OF MOTION .................................................................................................. 15 8.1 Support for Banyule's Multicultural Communities .................................................. 15

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Transport - Project 10,000 .................................................................................... 16 State Election 2014 Candidate Debate - Public Meeting with Melbourne Transport Forum ................................................................................................... 17 Main Road and Para Road Intersection, Lower Plenty - Pedestrian Crossing Concerns .............................................................................................................. 17

9. GENERAL BUSINESS .................................................................................................. 17 9.1 Passing of Margaret Heathorn OAM ..................................................................... 17 9.2 Greensborough Food & Film Festival……………………………………………… .. 17 9.3 Australian Breast Feeding Association……………………………………………... 17 9.4 Film in the Park………………………………………………………………………… .17 10. URGENT BUSINESS..................................................................................................... 18 CLOSURE OF MEETING TO THE PUBLIC......................................................................... 18 CLOSURE OF MEETING ..................................................................................................... 18

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EXTENSION OF PUBLIC FORUM (CO2014/18) Resolution That the Public Forum be extended until 8.00pm Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Steven Briffa

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The Meeting opened at 8.00pm.

The Mayor’s Acknowledgement of the Wurundjeri People The Mayor read an acknowledgement of the traditional land owners, the Wurundjeri people.

Present Mayor Cr Craig Langdon, Cr Steven Briffa, Cr Wayne Phillips, Cr Mark Di Pasquale, Cr Rick Garotti, Cr Tom Melican, Cr Jenny Mulholland. Apologies Nil

Leave of Absence Nil Confirmation of Minutes That the following Minutes be confirmed: Ordinary Meeting of Council held 3 February 2014 Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Tom Melican

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Disclosure of Interests Cr Rick Garotti declared an indirect interest in item 8.2 – Notice of Motion, Transport Project 10,000, due to conflicting duties as his employer is a key advisor to the State Government on transport issues. Presentation Nil 1. PETITIONS Nil 2. PEOPLE – COMMUNITY STRENGTHENING AND SUPPORT Nil These minutes are circulated subject to confirmation by Council at the next Ordinary Meeting to be held on 3 March 2014

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3. PLANET – ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY 3.1

MUNICIPAL WIDE FLOOD MITIGATION STRATEGY

SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to introduce Council to a municipal stormwater mitigation strategy. The report discusses:  The major causes of property inundation in Banyule.  The findings of a Stormwater Capacity Analysis and Municipal Wide Flood Mitigation study which recommends a shortlist of costed and prioritised stormwater mitigation works across 8 major drainage catchments and 60 individual locations.  The appropriateness of investing in stormwater mitigation works to address stormwater inundation associated with minor rainfall events.  The appropriateness of the development and implementation of a Special Building Overlay into the Banyule Planning Scheme to better plan for development in areas identified in the Municipal Wide Flood Mitigation study. Resolution (CO2014/19) That: 1. Council consider funding of stormwater mitigation works at locations identified in Attachment C of this report as part of annual capital works programs including a future program within the 10 year capital plan. 2. Council investigate the preparation of a Special Building Overlay for future inclusion in the Banyule Planning Scheme to guide more appropriate development within stormwater inundation areas. 3. Council continue discussions with stakeholders including Melbourne Water in relation to the municipal wide stormwater mapping and the implications of a Special Building Overlay. 4. Council support an ongoing education program commencing in 2014/2015 for residents in identified properties including pre-consultation for the Special Building Overlay. 5. The issue of increased storm frequency and intensity is considered further as part of the Councils “Planet” policy and associated strategies. 6. Council undertake an appropriate communication plan to highlight to the community the details outlined in this report and its recommendations. Moved: Cr Steven Briffa Seconded: Cr Tom Melican

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4. PLACE – SUSTAINABLE AMENITY AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT 4.1

POTENTIAL PARKING DEMAND CHANGES IN HEILDELBERG WEST, BELLFIELD AND HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS

SUMMARY The Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE (NMIT) has advised Council that it will commence charging for the use of its car park at its Heidelberg campus, located on the corner of Bell Street and Waterdale Road, Heidelberg West. With the installation of paid parking at the NMIT campus it is likely that a significant parking displacement by NMIT students and staff will occur if alternate free all day parking remains available in areas such as the Bell Street Mall and the nearby streets. Consequently, it is suggested that subject to further consultation with the Bell Street Mall traders association, the current parking restrictions in the Bell Street Mall car park are revised to maximise parking for the Bell Street Mall customers and traders. In addition, consultation will be undertaken to inform surrounding local residents of NMIT’s paid parking proposal and the potential parking impact this may have in their area. During consultation, Council will gain an understanding whether the community requires the parking restrictions in the area to be reviewed to minimise the loss of parking for residents prior to the implementation of NMIT’s paid parking scheme. Resolution (CO2014/20) That Council: 1. Consult with the Bell Street Mall traders association to consider the modification of parking at the Bell Street Mall and subject to support from the Bell Street Traders Association, implement the changes which include: a) The existing 4-hour parking restrictions at the Bell Street Mall car park to be 2hour restrictions. Days and times of restrictions to remain unchanged. b) The existing 2-hour parking restrictions at the Bell Street Mall car park to be 1hour restrictions. Days and times of restrictions to remain unchanged. c) Install parking restrictions at the existing unrestricted parking areas of the Bell Street Mall car park to be 3-hour parking, Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm. Exceptions to apply to vehicles holding a Bell Street Mall staff parking permit. 2. Authorise the administration of traders parking permits by the Bell Street Mall Traders Association in consultation with Council’s Local Laws department. 3. Consult with residents in the area surrounding the Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE Heidelberg campus regarding the requirement for restrictions in their street. 4. Monitor the parking availability in the area surrounding the Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE Heidelberg Campus after the implementation of the parking charging scheme inside its campus. Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Craig Langdon

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IVANHOE GRAMMAR SCHOOL RESIDENT INTEREST GROUP - REPLACEMENT MEMBER

Ms Robyn Roberts spoke on the item. SUMMARY This report relates to the selection of a replacement resident due to a resignation from the Ivanhoe Grammar School Resident Interest Group who represented residents from the east precinct.

Resolution (CO2014/21) That Council select a replacement resident, Paul Simmons from the general geographical area to the east and based on the skills they are willing to contribute to the group, the level of participation they have made to the consultation process thus far, ability to represent the views of the wider community, achieving a gender balance and resulting in a mix of residents who were and were not part of the previous Ivanhoe Grammar Development Plan Working Group. Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Tom Melican

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SUBDIVISION AT 2 ORR LANE AND 1 & 1A CRESSY STREET AND RESERVE STATUS OF HARRINGTON RESERVE MONTMORENCY.

Mr Fred Harrington OAM and Mr Ian Vague spoke on the item. SUMMARY This report considers a number of permit issues sought by Council in relation to two separate matters. The first matter relates to land at 2 Orr Lane, 1 and 1A Cressy Street Montmorency where both a three lot and two lot subdivision is necessary to enable the sale of land (previously considered by Council). The second matter relates to land at 20 Sackville Street known as Harrington Reserve. The proposed changes to Harrington Reserve is to accurately reflect Orr Lane as a road reserve on title and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;tidy upâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; a number of redundant easements. Resolution (CO2014/22) PART A P1087/13 That Council having complied with Section 52, 58, 60, 61 and 62 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, resolves that a Planning Permit be issued in respect of Application No. P1087/2013 for a Three Lot Subdivision at 2 Orr Lane MONTMORENCY, 1A Cressy Street MONTMORENCY subject to the following conditions: (1)

The subdivision as shown on the endorsed plan shall not be altered or modified (whether or not in order to comply with any statute, Statutory Rule or By-Law or for any other reason) without the consent of the Responsible Authority.

(2)

The owner of the land must enter into agreements with the relevant authorities for the provision of water supply, drainage sewerage facilities, electricity and gas services to

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each lot shown on the endorsed plan in accordance with that authority’s requirements and relevant legislation at the time. (3)

All existing and proposed easements and sites for existing or required utility services and roads on the land must be set aside in the plan of subdivision submitted for certification in favour of the relevant authority for which the easement or site is to be created.

(4)

The plan of subdivision submitted for certification under the Subdivision Act 1988 must be referred to the relevant authority in accordance with Section 8 of that Act.

(5)

The owner of the land must enter into an agreement with:

(6)



A telecommunications network or service provider for the provision of telecommunication services to each lot shown on the endorsed plan in accordance with the provider’s requirements and relevant legislation at the time; and

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A suitably qualified person for the provision of fibre ready telecommunication facilities to each lot shown on the endorsed plan in accordance with any industry specifications or any standards set by the Australian Communications and Media Authority, unless the applicant can demonstrate that the land is in an area where the National Broadband Network will not be provided by optical fibre.

Before the issue of a Statement of Compliance for any stage of the subdivision under the Subdivision Act 1988, the owner of the land must provide written confirmation from: 

A telecommunications network or service provider that all lots are connected to or are ready for connection to telecommunications services in accordance with the provider’s requirements and relevant legislation at the time; and



A suitably qualified person that fibre ready telecommunication facilities have been provided in accordance with any industry specifications or any standards set by the Australian Communications and Media Authority, unless the applicant can demonstrate that the land is in an area where the National Broadband Network will not be provided by optical fibre.

Time Limit (7)

In accordance with section 68 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, this permit will expire if one of the following circumstances applies: 

The plan is not certified within two years of the date of this permit; or



A Statement of Compliance is not issued within five (5) years of the date of certification.

The Responsible Authority may extend the permit if a request is made in writing in accordance with, and within the timeframes specified, in Section 69 of Planning and Environment Act 1987. PERMIT NOTE (1) Street Numbering Please note that property addresses are allocated by Council. This is usually formalised at the time of the issue of a certified plan, however it is Council’s intention These minutes are circulated subject to confirmation by Council at the next Ordinary Meeting to be held on 3 March 2014

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to number the proposed allotments as follows: Lot 1 Lot 2 Lot 3

2 Orr Lane Montmorency 1 Orr Lane Montmorency 1 Cressy Street Montmorency

PART B P1088/13 That Council having complied with Section 52, 58, 60, 61 and 62 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, resolves that a Planning Permit be issued in respect of Application No. P1088/2013 for Two Lot Subdivision at 1 Cressy Street MONTMORENCY, 1A Cressy Street MONTMORENCY subject to the following conditions: (1)

(2)

The owner of the land must enter into agreements with the relevant authorities for the provision of water supply, drainage sewerage facilities, electricity and gas services to each lot shown on the endorsed plan in accordance with that authority’s requirements and relevant legislation at the time.

(3)

(4)

The plan of subdivision submitted for certification under the Subdivision Act 1988 must be referred to the relevant authority in accordance with Section 8 of that Act.

Time Limit (5)

In accordance with section 68 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, this permit will expire if one of the following circumstances applies: 

The plan is not certified within two years of the date of this permit; or



A Statement of Compliance is not issued within five (5) years of the date of certification.

The Responsible Authority may extend the permit if a request is made in writing in accordance with, and within the timeframes specified, in Section 69 of Planning and Environment Act 1987. PART C P1089/13 That Council having complied with Section 52, 58, 60, 61 and 62 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, resolves that a Notice of Decision to Grant a Planning Permit be issued in respect of Application No. P1089/2013 for Removal of the Drainage, Sewerage and Park Reserve Status on LP13612, Removal of Sewerage Easement on Lot 342 and Drainage and Sewerage Easements on part of Lots 349, 350, 355 and 371 on LP13612 at 20 Sackville Street MONTMORENCY subject to the following conditions: (1) 8

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(whether or not in order to comply with any statute, Statutory Rule or By-Law or for any other reason) without the consent of the Responsible Authority. (2)

(3)

(4)

The plan of subdivision submitted for certification under the Subdivision Act 1988 must be referred to the relevant authority in accordance with Section 8 of that Act.

Time Limit (5)

In accordance with section 68 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, this permit will expire if one of the following circumstances applies: 

The plan is not certified within two years of the date of this permit; or



A Statement of Compliance is not issued within five (5) years of the date of certification.

The Responsible Authority may extend the permit if a request is made in writing in accordance with, and within the timeframes specified, in Section 69 of Planning and Environment Act 1987. PART D Council write to residents surrounding Harrington Reserve advising that Council is committed to maintaining Harrington Reserve as an important municipal reserve into the future as evidenced by the retention of the reserve within a Public Conservation and Resource Zone and the inclusion of the reserve within a new municipal reserve on title. Moved: Cr Steven Briffa Seconded: Cr Mark Di Pasquale

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5. PARTICIPATION – COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IN COMMUNITY LIFE 5.1

WARD FUND ALLOCATIONS

Beverley Moss spoke on the item. SUMMARY To consider three Ward Fund Allocation applications which have been submitted in line with the Banyule Council Ward Fund Policy. OFFICER DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST Section 80C of the Local Government Act 1989 requires members of Council staff, and persons engaged under contract to provide advice to Council, to disclose any direct or These minutes are circulated subject to confirmation by Council at the next Ordinary Meeting to be held on 3 March 2014

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indirect interest in a matter to which the advice relates. Council officers involved in the preparation of this report have no conflict of interest in this matter. CITY PLAN This report is in line with Council’s City Plan key direction to “enable good governance and accountability with minimal risk”. POLICY Council allocates funds from its annual budget to provide an avenue throughout the year for Council to allocate small grants to groups and individuals, or towards projects or events that benefit the Banyule Community. The allocation of these ward funds is subject to the requirements of the Banyule Council Ward Fund Policy. Council recognises that there are community needs and requests, on a small scale, which occur throughout the year, which merit consideration and funding. These requests are usually not known at the time of the adoption of the budget. The establishment of the Banyule Council Ward Fund Policy allows Council the opportunity to fund those grant applications which meet the criteria of the Policy, and in accordance with the procedures set out in the Policy. A key requirement of the Policy is that all applications must support the delivery of the City Plan, be consistent with Council’s strategic directions and provide benefit to Banyule residents and community. HUMAN RIGHTS CHARTER In developing this report to Council, the subject matter has been considered to determine if it raises any human rights issues. In particular, whether the scope of any human right established by the Victorian Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities is in any way limited, restricted or interfered with by the recommendations contained in this report. It is considered that the subject matter does not raise any human rights issues.

APPLICATIONS The following ward fund application/s have been received, and having received the support of the respective ward Councillor/s are submitted for approval by Council:

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1 Councillor Name: Cr Steven Briffa Ward: Hawdon Funding Recipient: Viewbank PreSchool Association Inc. Amount Requested by Applicant: $1,133.92 Ward Fund Contribution: $1,133.92 Purpose/Reason: Garden Landscaping for the Pre-school. 2 Councillor Name: Cr Rick Garotti Ward: Grimshaw Funding Recipient: St Damianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Junior Football Club Amount Requested by Applicant: $1,496 Ward Fund Contribution: $1,496 Purpose/Reason: Covering for exposed coaches boxes at Binnak Park. 3 Councillor Name: Cr Craig Langdon Ward: Olympia Funding Recipient: Hope Springs (Rosanna Uniting Church) Amount Requested by Applicant: $420 Ward Fund Contribution: $420 Purpose/Reason: Cover cost of printing for flyers and brochures for Hope Springs. Please Note: Copy of application forms and supporting documentation provided attached (refer Attachment 1).

QUARTERLY WARD FUND BALANCES Council adopted the Banyule Council Ward fund Policy at its meeting on 18 March 2013. Clause 6.4 of the Policy requires Expenditure of Ward Funds per Councillor to be reported quarterly to Council and is to include balances for each fund. The report includes the total expenditure allocated by Council at its meetings from 1/10/2013 to 31/12/2013 inclusive, being the second quarter of the financial year ending 30/6/2014.

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Councillor / Ward Cr Phillips – Beale Cr Mulholland Griffin Cr Langdon Olympia Cr Di Pasquale Bakewell Cr Garotti Grimshaw Cr Melican - Ibbott Cr Briffa - Hawdon

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Ward Funds Balance unspent as at 30/9/2013 $ 38,494.90

Ward funds Allocated for quarter $3,250.00

Ward funds Balance unspent as at 31/12/2013 $ 35,244.90

$ 28,500.18

$3,864.03

$ 24,636.15

$ 19,348.31

$9,498.02

$9,850.29

$ 27,252.36

$ 7,344.30

$ 19,908.06

$31,390.00 $ 40,000.00 $ 23,680.89.

$15,681.58 $0 $ 4,929.05

$ 15,708.42 $ 40,000.00 $ 18,751.84

CONCLUSION The ward fund application/s submitted for consideration in this report have been determined by the supporting Councillor to meet the criteria of the Banyule Council Ward Fund Policy. In accordance with the Policy, Council must decide at a Council meeting to approve or reject the application/s. Resolution (CO2014/23) “That: 1. Council, having considered the Ward Fund applications in line with the Banyule Ward Fund Policy, approve the following applications for payment, subject to all acquittal documentation being provided:  View Bank Pre-School Association Inc.  St Damians Junior Football Club  Hope Springs (Rosanna Uniting Church) 2. 3.

$ 633.92 $1,496.00 $ 420.00

The beneficiaries be notified of Council’s decision. The Quarterly Ward Fund Balances for the period 1/10/2013 – 31/12/2013 be noted.”

Moved: Cr Steven Briffa Seconded: Cr Rick Garotti

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6. PERFORMANCE - USE OUR RESOURCES WISELY 6.1

ASSEMBLY OF COUNCILLORS

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 bea) the subject of a decision of the Council or;

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b) 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:

29 January 2014

Type of Meeting:

Councillor Briefing

Matters Considered:

New Residential Zones Development Planning Customer Questionnaire Community Information & Support Services Review Steven Briffa Rick Garotti Craig Langdon Tom Melican Jenny Mulholland Wayne Phillips

Councillors Present:

Staff Present:

Others Present:

Simon McMillan, Chief Executive Officer Allison Beckwith, Director – Community Programs Scott Walker, Director – City Development Geoff Glynn, Director – Assets & City Services Keith Yeo, Director – Corporate Services Daniel Kollmorgen, Acting Manager Strategic & Economic Development Michael Hutchison, Projects Co-Ordinator – City Development Shaun Barber, Manager – School Sites Redevelopment Giovanna Failla, Manager – Youth & Family Services Frances Gianinotti, Co-Ordinator – Youth & Community Partnerships Janine Haddow - Consultant

Conflict of Interest:

Nil

Date of Assembly:

28 January 2014

Type of Meeting:

Confidential Councillor Briefing

Matters Considered:

Confidential Matters – Property and Proposed Developments Steven Briffa Rick Garotti Craig Langdon Tom Melican Jenny Mulholland Wayne Phillips

Councillors Present:

Staff Present:

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Others Present:

Daniel Kollmorgen, Acting Manager Strategic & Economic Development Michael Hutchison, Projects Co-Ordinator – City Development Shaun Barber, Manager – School Sites Redevelopment Nil

Conflict of Interest:

Nil

Date of Assembly:

3 February 2014

Type of Meeting:

Strategic Property Group

Matters Considered:

Confidential Matters – Property and Proposed Developments Steven Briffa Mark Di Pasquale Craig Langdon Tom Melican Wayne Phillips Scott Walker, Director – City Development Daniel Kollmorgen, Acting Manager Strategic & Economic Development Michael Hutchison, Projects Co-Ordinator – City Development Shaun Barber, Manager – School Sites Redevelopment

Councillors Present:

Staff Present:

Others Present:

Nil

Conflict of Interest:

Nil

Date of Assembly:

3 February 2014

Type of Meeting:

Councillor Briefing

Matters Considered:

Items on the Council Agenda for the Ordinary Meeting of 3 February 2014 (excluding confidential items) 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4

4.5 6.1 7.1 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5

Councillors Present:

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Plenty Road Precinct Development Opportunities Greensborough Principal Activity Centre Review of Heights and Setback Requirements Multi Unit Development at 19 Magnolia Road, Ivanhoe Notice of Intention to Sell Land: 33-35 Elwers Street Watsonia North, 1-3 McKenzie Court Greensborough & 3 Sommerleigh Crescent Greeensborough Notice of Intention to Sell Land: 52 Haig Street Heidleberg Heights Assembly of Councillors Sealing of Documents Accessibility and Amenity of Watsonia Station for People with Disabilities Emergency Markers - Darebin Creek Trail Australian Made Campaign Live Streaming of Council Meetings Half Masting of Flag at the Municipal Offices, Town Hall Ivanhoe

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

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Others Present:

Simon McMillan, Chief Executive Officer Allison Beckwith, Director – Community Programs Scott Walker, Director – City Development Geoff Glynn, Director – Assets & City Services Keith Yeo, Director – Corporate Services Gina Burden, Manager – Governance, Information and Laws Vivien Ferlaino, Governance & Information Co-Ordinator Daniel Kollmorgen, Acting Manager – Strategic & Economic Development Joel Elbourne, Acting Manager – Development Services Shaun Barber, Manager – School Sites Redevelopment Nil

Conflict of Interest:

Nil

Resolution (CO2014/24) That the Assembly of Councillors report be received. Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Mark Di Pasquale

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7. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS Nil 8. NOTICES OF MOTION Councillor Briffa left the Chamber at 8.37pm and did not return as he was unwell. 8.1

SUPPORT FOR BANYULE'S MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITIES

Cr Rick Garotti submitted a Notice of Motion. Beverley Moss spoke on the item. Resolution (CO2014/25) “That Council: 1.

Explore developing a relationship and referral process with the Department of Immigration and Border Protection. This will enable Council to appropriately refer residents with immigration related visa enquiries to the relevant section of the Federal Government during the appropriate stages of their applications. Work with the Department of Immigration and Border Protection to explore the option to host a community forum to highlight existing visa application and processing procedures. Liaise with the Minister for Immigration and Border Protection and the Federal Members covering Banyule on this matter for their advice and assistance."

Moved: Cr Rick Garotti Seconded: Cr Craig Langdon

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Councillor Garotti declared an indirect conflict of interest in item 8.2 as his employer is a key advisor for the State Government on transport issues and left the Chamber at 8:45 pm. 8.2

TRANSPORT - PROJECT 10,000

Cr Craig Langdon submitted a Notice of Motion. Resolution (CO2014/26) â&#x20AC;&#x153;That: 1.

Council write to the State Opposition Leader seeking an explanation of the Oppositions Policy named "Project 10,000."

Council notes correspondence circulated by The Hon Jenny Mikakos MP where she states the Opposition alternative transport (Project 10,000) "will dramatically improve road safety and reduce congestion around the State" by undertaking the following: - Remove our 50 worst level crossings including seven in the Northern Suburbs (Bell Street, Coburg, Bell Street, Preston, Camp Road, Campbellfield, Glenroy Road, Glenroy, High Street, Reservoir, Moreland Road, Brunswick & Lower Plenty Road, Rosanna; - Build the Melbourne Metro Rail; - Double the City Loop and build 5 new train stations; - Streamline traffic on Hoddle Street; - Get 5,000 trucks a day off the West Gate Bridge; - Widen the Tullamarine Freeway to six lanes and; - Spend $2 Billion on our roads.

Council expresses its concern that much of "Project 10,000" will have minimal impact on traffic congestion within the City of Banyule and also raises the issue of funding implications on other important state transport projects, such as: A. The Doncaster Rail Project; B. The Airport Rail Project; C. The North East Link Project - with direct connection from M80 to EastLink in Ringwood; D. Incremental improvements to the Hurstbridge Rail Line, including duplication of the line between Rosanna and Heidelberg and from Greensborough to Eltham; E. South Morang extension to Mernda and Whittlesea; and F. The connection of the South Morang line from Clifton Hill to Southern Cross Station.

Council further notes that Ms Mikakos' letter does not mention the 24hour public transport on Friday and Saturday nights.

Council has further concerns that the individual projects within "Project 10,000 have not been considered against other projects and may not represent the best benefit for all of Melbourne.

The State Opposition as the alternative Government should provide a commitment, timeline and funding model for the delivery of these other projects as well as details of removing the Rosanna Railway crossing and how the nearby parklands and businesses of the Rosanna Shopping Centre will be protected.

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Councillor Garotti returned to the Chamber at 8:57 pm. 8.3

STATE ELECTION 2014 CANDIDATE DEBATE - PUBLIC MEETING WITH MELBOURNE TRANSPORT FORUM

Beverly Moss spoke on the item. Cr Tom Melican submitted a Notice of Motion. Resolution (CO2014/27) “That Council works with the Melbourne Transport Forum (MTF) to organise a public meeting to be held at the Centre Ivanhoe with all candidates in the November State Election. This meeting will occur on a suitable night in August or September.” Moved: Cr Tom Melican Seconded: Cr Rick Garotti

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MAIN ROAD AND PARA ROAD INTERSECTION, LOWER PLENTY - PEDESTRIAN CROSSING CONCERNS

Cr Steven Briffa submitted a Notice of Motion. Resolution (CO2014/28) “That the item be deferred to a future meeting. Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Mark Di Pasquale

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9. General Business 9.1 PASSING OF MARGARET HEATHORN OAM Cr Jenny Mulholland paid tribute to Margaret Heathorn OAM on her recent passing. Her funeral was held on 5 February 2014. Cr Jenny Mulholland gave a brief summary of Margaret Heathorn’s outstanding lobbying skills, and the contributions she made and her achievements in securing much needed works and service for the community of Banyule. 9.2

GREENSBOROUGH FOOD & FILM FESTIVAL

Cr Mark Di Pasquale commended the organisers and the community on the Greensborough Food & Film Festival held on Friday 14 February 2014. 9.3

AUSTRALIAN BREAST FEEDING ASSOCIATION

Cr Mark Di Pasquale congratulated participants of the Australian Breastfeeding Association on the 50th year birthday function held last week in Macleod, which was very well attended and organised. 9.4

FILM IN THE PARK

Cr Wayne Phillips noted he attended two functions in Greensborough over the weekend These minutes are circulated subject to confirmation by Council at the next Ordinary Meeting to be held on 3 March 2014

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being the Film in the Park and the Greensborough Food & Film Festival. Cr Wayne Phillips commented that the functions were excellent and congratulated staff for the organisation of the events however mentioned that he thought advertising signage for the events could be improved.

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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11.6. Moved: Cr Jenny Mulholland Seconded: Cr Rick Garotti

CARRIED

The Meeting was adjourned at 9.19pm. Councillor Garotti left the Chamber at 9:24 pm and did not return for the confidential items. The Meeting was closed to the public at 9.24pm.

DATED:........................... DAY OF ........................... 2014

............................................. MAYOR

These minutes are circulated subject to confirmation by Council at the next Ordinary Meeting to be held on 3 March 2014