Council News #156 - August 5 2017

Council News Issue No: 156

CITY OF WAGGA WAGGA

FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 5 AUGUST 2017

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DOUBLE HONOUR: Proudly displaying Council's two awards from the Local Government NSW presentation evening are (from left) Corporate Strategy Coordinator Nicole Smith, General Manager Robert Knight and Museum of the Riverina Regional Museum Officer Sam Leah.

Best in state: Council scoops pool

Community Strategic Plan and LGBTIQ exhibition recognised Wagga Wagga City Council was recognised with two wins at the annual Local Government NSW awards evening.

Council was awarded the prestigious RH Dougherty Award for Excellence in Communication for its Wagga View – Community Strategic Plan 2040 campaign and the Leo Kelly OAM Arts and Culture Awards for the Museum of the Riverina’s exhibition We Are Here: LGBTIQ Stories.

“It was an honour to accept these award as they represent the hard work and innovative thinking of Council staff in both of these projects and the quality of service we strive to deliver to our community,” Council’s

General Manager Robert Knight said.

Wagga View was one of the largest community consultations undertaken by Council, with more than 3000 contributions from individuals and groups across the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area throughout 2016 and ’17.

“The RH Dougherty Award for Excellence in Communication is not only a win for Council, but a win for the wider community as thousands of residents helped create the Wagga View – Community Strategic Plan 2040,” Mr Knight said.

“The Community Strategic Plan sets out the long-term vision for the future of Wagga Wagga, which informs and guides all of Council’s strategies and plans.

“This award is recognition that Wagga View

truly captures our community’s vision and that Council’s strategic planning is among the best in the state.”

It was the fourth RH Dougherty Award for Council in recent years, winning the Excellence in Communication category in 2013 for the Wagga Waggafest short film competition and in 2014 for The Funbobulator online playground creator.

Council made it three wins in a row with a Reporting to Your Community award in 2015 for its weekly publication Council News.

Through We Are Here, the Museum of the Riverina captured the lesser known histories of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer/questioning (LGBTIQ) residents in the Riverina.

We Are Here was the result of collaboration between the museum and countless

This inspiring Australia Initiative is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week FOR MORE INFORMATION, GOOGLE “LIBRARY RIVERINA SCIENCE HUB”

generous people who shared their life experiences, loaned personal objects and contributed research. It would not have been possible without the contribution and support of ABC Open, PFLAG Wagga (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays), CSU Momentum and Dr Jessie Lymn, Charles Sturt University “Very few exhibitions of this kind have been run in regional Australia to date,” Mr Knight said.

“This was a ground-breaking insight into the Riverina’s history and this award is recognition of the cultural excellence that the museum and Council’s other cultural facilities produce for the region.”

The awards were presented in Sydney on 3 August as part of Local Government Week, which takes place from 31 July to 6 August.

RIVERINA

IGNITE YOUR IMAGINATION

SCIENCE FESTIVAL

Celebrating National Science Week 2017

12-20 AUGUST 2017

A N S W E R TH E C A LL , H AV E YO U R SAY

The 2017 Community Survey is currently under way.

The independent survey provider is contacting residents as part of a random phone survey, with residents able to share their thoughts.

“If you’re contacted at random, please take the time to have your say and contribute to this important project,” General Manager Robert Knight said.

“The Community Survey gives you the opportunity to have your say on a wide range of Council services.

“The Community Survey is an important tool in measuring Council’s performance as well as how we have performed as a community against the priorities identified in Wagga View.”

Residents who are not selected for the random survey can still have their say by completing it online from 10 to 20 August at wagga.nsw. gov.au/communitysurvey. Survey results will be published in November.

A PLAYGROUND FOR EVERYONE: Council’s Strategic Asset Planner (Parks and Recreation) Ben Creighton with Wagga mum Leila Bright and her daughter Mia, 3. Wagga is set to get the region's first inclusive playspace, which is being built in partnership with the Touched By Olivia Foundation.

T R E E P R U N I N G AT BOURKE STREET

A section of Bourke Street will be under traffic control next week for the removal of 10 trees and tree pruning.

The removed trees will be replaced with 24 new plantings, between Fernleigh and Red Hill roads.

From Tuesday 8 August, traffic control and reduced speed limits will be in place at the work sites

between 7am and 5pm. Motorists are asked to drive to conditions.

The works are expected to take four days to complete, subject to weather conditions.

Keep up-to-date on all road closures or changed traffic conditions across the local government area at www.wagga.nsw. gov.au/roads.

D UNN S R O A D G R A DIN G

Dunns Road will be closed for about three weeks for regular grader maintenance of the road.

The grader work started on August 1 and continues until August 18 from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Local access will be maintained during the works. The road will also be reopened outside of work hours. Keep up-to-date on all road closures in the Local Government Area at www. wagga.nsw.gov.au/roads.

SATURDAY 19 AUGUST

free

tip day!

free entry - sATURDAY 19 AUGUST Wagga Wagga City Council are pleased to advise that the next FREE ENTRY to Gregadoo Waste Management Centre will be held on Saturday 19

August 2017.

Residents can dispose of general domestic waste including garden rubbish, mixed recyclables and general household waste free of charge.

Please note: special wastes such as tyres, builders waste, refrigerative items, mattresses and gas bottles are not included in the free disposal day and will be charged as per normal fees and charges. Free disposal is limited to cars, vans, utes and single axle trailers only.

Don’t forget, polystyrene, televisions and computers are accepted free of charge everyday!

Gregadoo Waste Management Centre OPENING HOURS

7am – 4.30pm

Further INFORMATION For more information call us on 1300 292 442 or visit our website for full list of fees and charges.

www.wagga.nsw.gov.au

Help create community's first inclusive playspace at Bolton Park A mix of accessible, imaginative and natural play elements will feature in the city’s first inclusive playspace.

Concept designs for the new playground and a community fundraising drive were launched this week at Bolton Park – the future site of the new playground.

The inclusive playspace will encourage children of all ages and abilities to play side-by-side in a fun and safe environment.

Wagga Wagga City Council and national charity Touched by Olivia Foundation entered into a Memorandum of Understanding in November 2016 to assist in the delivery of the playground.

The Touched By Olivia Foundation creates unique, special places, known as Livvi’s Place playgrounds, that provide social inclusion for all children and their families.

Under the MOU, Touched By Olivia will fundraise through community contributions a minimum $100,000 towards the playspace.

Livvi’s Place Wagga Wagga is set to include a variety of ground-level accessible or adjustable-height equipment, including trampoline and carousel and wheelchair-friendly swing and see-saw. There will also be a multidirectional swing with nest seat, climbing platform structure and a range of

If you would like to HELP CREATE WAGGA’S INCLUSIVE donate to help reach the minimum $100,000 PLAYSPACE

Play a special part in the delivery of Wagga Wagga’s first inclusive playspace.

community contribution target, visit www. wagga.nsw.gov.au/ livvisplacewagga or SMS ‘WAGGA’ to 0437 371

interactive sensory pieces and panels.

A range of floor coverings including mulch, grass and rubber softfall, plantings, rocks, logs and wooden totem poles will complete the overall natural landscape.

Security and safety features and a barbecue area for get-togethers has also been included in the concept design.

Delivery of the full playground design is dependent on the amount of money raised through the community fundraising effort and the availability of grant funding – which Council will seek to obtain.

“The design for Wagga Wagga’s own inclusive playspace has been developed and finalised after consultation with the community and local stakeholders,” Strategic Asset Planner (Parks and Recreation) Ben Creighton said.

“The playspace is the first of its kind in the region and will offer a range of play equipment and sensory features that will

371 and details will be sent through on how donate.

All donations welcome, it all amounts to something BIG for Wagga.

allow all children in our community to socialise and enjoy the wonders of play."

Wagga Wagga mother Leila Bright, whose eldest daughter was born with a disability, helped unite Council and the Touched by Olivia Foundation.

“Touched by Olivia is so excited to be working with Wagga Wagga City Council and the community to create a place where no one gets left behind,” Touched

By Olivia Executive Officer Bec Ho said.

“We were really moved by Leila’s campaign, and after learning of Council’s plans to deliver an inclusive playspace, we were only too happy to partner with this project.”

In addition to the community fundraising effort, Council has committed $100,000 towards the playspace and grant funding of $10,000 from Northcott and $75,000 from the NSW Government’s Office of Sport and Recreation have also been secured.

CHARLIE H E A D S N O RT H

vacancies TEMPORARY BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICER Remuneration: Min $1,044.83 gpw + super Enquiries: Scott Gray - (02) 6926 9295 Closing Date: Friday, 11 August 2017

SENIOR PAYROLL OFFICER

Remuneration: Min $1,310.61 gpw + super Enquiries: Stuart Matheson - (02) 6926 9285 Closing Date: Friday, 18 August 2017

TOWN PLANNER

Remuneration: Min $1,310.61 gpw + super Enquiries: Cameron Colllins - (02) 6926 9577 Closing Date: Monday, 21 August 2017

To view these opportunities and apply, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/jobs

City of Wagga Wagga is an EEO employer

After travelling to villages around the Local Government Area and suburbs in Wagga Wagga’s south and east, Council’s engagement truck Charlie is heading north of the Murrumbidgee River for a series of scheduled visits.

Starting with North Wagga on Wednesday 9 August you can drop in to Charlie in the Palm and Pawn car park anytime between 3-6pm.

In the weeks following, Charlie will be visiting Cartwrights Hill and the northern suburbs.

Services on offer include but are not limited to: • Initial advice from the Duty Town Planner • Provide feedback for the Recreation and Open Space and Community Strategy (ROSCS) and Activation Strategy • Lodge a service request • Access online services • Provide feedback on any Council services, plans or policies • Information on the new kerbside waste collection service commencing 2 April 2018 wagga.nsw.gov.au/charlie

Values - Part of everything we do: Trust • Respect • Innovation • Teamwork

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Joint effort to fix Lights 4 Lake teething issues Inspections of the Lights 4 Lake project and community feedback have shone a light on some teething issues.

Wagga Wagga City Council, Committee 4 Wagga and supplier of the solar lights Green Frog Systems are working together to implement solutions to address the issues.

The lights, which stretch the 5.5km around the Lake Albert walking track, have been embraced by the Wagga Wagga community since installed in March.

Manager Project Operations

Bruce Sheridan said it was not uncommon for a new project to encounter some issues early on, and, solutions were now being worked through.

“The main concern raised has been around some of the lights not working properly,” Mr Sheridan said.

“There are a number of reasons why this has been occurring, including the weather.

“Surprisingly, the high amount of traffic from walkers and cyclists has also contributed to the lights losing power quickly.”

The lights are programmed and

to switch on and off at certain times. They are also set to dim and brighten when movement from a pedestrian or cyclist is detected.

This consistent activation requires more power and will drain the harvested solar power more rapidly.

“The number of people enjoying the benefits of the lights is far greater than first expected. We are pleased that residents are making the most of the lights, and we are now in the process of improving the project to ensure this active use continues,” Mr Sheridan said.

Committee 4 Wagga Chair Judy

Galloway echoed this view, saying all parties were working together to achieve positive solutions to ensure the best operation of the lights for the Wagga Wagga community.

Tree pruning along the Lake Albert walking track was initially included in the project. With the colder weather this is now being undertaken.

Long-term solutions are currently being worked through by all parties and could include revised programming of the on and off times and changes to the orientation of some of

the solar panels.

“Our aim is to deliver the best project possible for the Wagga Wagga community and thank them for their patience as we work through these issues,” Mr Sheridan said.

Lights 4 Lake was a community project consisting of the installation of 104 light poles around Lake Albert. Each pole was sponsored by community members, groups or organisations.

The project was delivered

by Committee 4 Wagga, with assistance provided by the City of Wagga Wagga.

PET WEEK

OF THE

down w o e M rsei! to Ce

BO M E N ROA DS TA K I N G S H A PE

Meet Cersei! She is a black and white, domestic shorthair cat who purrs her heart out. She would love nothing more than sitting on your lap while binge-watching cult TV shows.

She is available for adoption for $202, which includes de-sexing,

MOVING AHEAD: Works are trucking along on the city’s $40M Bomen Enabling Roads project.

This photo was taken last week on top of the new road underpass. The underpass is now cut through with earthworks shaping taking place. The view from this photo is looking west towards the new western roundabout and new road that will connect with the Olympic Highway. Asphalt road works in Bomen, and the Bomen Road, Dampier Street and new Dorset Drive intersection have advanced with stage one already being used by local traffic. Despite some rain delays in early July, works have been progressing well.

vaccinations, microchipping, lifetime registration, worming and vet check. You can meet ‘queen’ Cersei and all of her loyal subjects at the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter, 1pm to 4.15pm, Monday through Saturday. Contact the shelter on 6971 4651 or visit www.graswagga.com.au

C OMMUNI T Y S H A R E S IN $ 1 6 2 , 0 0 0 B O O S T T H A NK S T O C O UNCIL GR A N T S Sixty-four community projects will be made possible through Wagga Wagga City Council’s 2017/18 Annual Grants Program.

More than $162,000 in funding has been allocated across six categories, including $1320 for a women’s self-defence workshop and $3000 to help the Wagga Wagga Cycling Club host the

WHAT’S

ON WAGGA WAGGA + SURROUNDS

THIS WEEK:

DEMONSTRATION GARDENS – VEGE SWAP OR BUY

Every Sat 9am-12pm. Community Demonstration Gardens, Cnr Albury and Shaw Sts. Ph: 0411 417 956

MATES GULLY PRODUCE MARKET Every Sat 9:30am-12pm. Mates Gully Café.

Ph: 6921 4241

DOWNSIDE BUSH DANCE Sat 5 Aug

2017 NSW Penny Farthing Championships.

Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Greg Conkey OAM said the Annual Grants Program formed part of about $1.4M in contributions and donations provided by Council to the community in 2017/18.

7:30pm to midnight.

Downside Hall, off Coolamon Road.

Ph: 0427 042 686

INTERNATIONAL BLUES MUSIC DAY

“The Annual Grants Program allows us to support a diverse range of projects that directly benefit our community,” he said.

“It’s encouraging to see another strong response to the grants program and I look forward to seeing these projects come to fruition over the next year.

under 16yrs free. Home Tavern Hotel.

Ph: 0407 658 901

BAKERSFIELD MIST

Sat 5 Aug From 2pm. $40 at the door. The Home Tavern.

Ph: 0407 658 901

Tues 8 Aug 7:30pm. Adults $50, Concession $45, Youth $35, Child $15. Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre.

Ph: 6926 9688

10:30am-4pm. Enclosed footwear essential. $2 per ride. Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens.

Ph: 0412 439 455

Every Thursday 1.30pm to 6.30pm, Wagga Showground, Bourke Street Ph: 0428 263 297

RIVERINA WILLANS HILL MINIATURE RAILWAY PRODUCERS’ MARKET Sun 6 Aug

WAGGA WAGGA POULTRY CLUB SALE Sun 6 Aug 10am. Sellers $5 per pen.

Bidders registration $2.

Wagga Showgrounds.

Ph: 0400 357 647

BIDGEE BLUES CLUB OPEN MIC Sun 6 Aug 2pm-6pm. Adults $5,

FOOD I AM: MALAYSIAN CUISINE THE SUM OF MANY DELICIOUS PARTS Thurs 10 Aug 6pm-9:45pm. $140 incl tuition, recipes and meals with regional wine or beer. Food I Am. Ph: 0427 250 498

SYDNEY COMEDY

FESTIVAL SHOWCASE

Thurs 10 Aug 7:30pm. All tickets $35.

Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre.

Ph: 6926 9688

INNOVATION AND PERSPECTIVES OF THE MEDIA LANDSCAPE: MICHELLE GUTHRIE Fri 11 Aug 1:30pm-2:30pm. Free.

Charles Sturt University, Wal Fife Theatre.

Ph: 6933 2292

/waggaevents For support in organising your event, contact Council’s events unit at events@wagga.nsw.gov. au or 1300 292 442 Mon to Fri. To promote your event or for a full list of events call 1300 100 122. visitwagga.com

“The grants program aligns with Wagga View, our new Community Strategic Plan, and is part of our commitment to helping create a strong, creative community.”

The grants are provided across six categories - Community Health and Wellbeing, Connected Rural and Urban Communities, Arts and Culture, Local Heritage, Events,

and Natural Environment.

The successful applicants will be recognised at a presentation evening on 17 August at the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery.

Unallocated funding from each category will be transferred to the relevant area of Council to assist with programs and maintenance.

NEW-LOOK NEW YEAR'S E V E E V E N T F O R WA G G A It will be a newlook New Year’s Eve celebration for Wagga Wagga, with Council endorsing the Thomas Bros Group’s plan to light up Lake Albert.

The family-friendly event will be known as Wagga Skyworks, with a fireworks display launched from pontoons on the lake from 9.30pm.

Children’s activities, live entertainment, food stalls and on-water entertainment are being also planned for the public event on the lake’s foreshore.

Thomas Bros Group are also adding another dimension to the night, with a ticketed fundraising event to be held on the other side of the lake at the Wagga Wagga Boat Club and Wagga Wagga Country Club.

“Council is proud to support this familyfriendly event to the tune of $45,604,” Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Greg Conkey OAM said.

“While it is different to previous New Year’s Eve celebrations, the plan put forward is very good and Thomas Bros Group

has put a lot of thought into its submission.

“The fireworks will be finished before 10pm, allowing families to head home at a reasonable hour and giving revellers the option to move on to other local venues to safely continue their celebrations.”

Expressions of interest were open for the event following Committee 4 Wagga’s advice that it was no longer in a position to manage the popular Wagga Live event, which has been held since 2013.

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COUNCILLOR COLUMN

Last week Council wrote to the Premier and Minister for Transport calling for better rail connections to and from Wagga.

With one train every 12 hours to Sydney and Melbourne, transport options for our community

are woeful.

Over the last few months I have been advocating for better passenger connections that provide inward benefits for Wagga and aren’t just about getting more people into Sydney.

By creating regular passenger rail services between Wagga and Albury we’ll open up significant economic and social

benefits.

The ability to live in one community and work or study in the other provides huge opportunities for business in attracting and retaining specialised staff.

Tertiary study can become more affordable for families with study options available at both CSU Albury Wodonga campus and La Trobe University. Specialist

councillor.keenan@wagga.nsw.gov.au

medical services can be easily accessed for residents in and between both centres.

The critical element of this proposal is the reciprocal benefits. This isn’t about sending Wagga money south but growing the economies of both Wagga and Albury Wodonga.

For Wagga to thrive as a regional capital we

need to fight for adequate infrastructure. A decent passenger rail service is within the realms of possibility. We have the rail infrastructure, we have the crews locally based and the rolling stock can be leased rather than purchased.

The continuing support I receive for this proposal from both stakeholders and the broader community is phenomenal.

If you want to see better passenger rail connections for Wagga, I encourage you to pick up the phone, send an email or letter to our local State and Federal members.

It’s 2017 and time for Wagga to have decent public transport.

Councillor Vanessa Keenan

P L AY T I M E F O R L L O Y D

More than 50 community votes have been cast in the first week of the Lloyd playground consultation.

Residents are being asked to pick their favourite of three playground designs for the new park at Lingiari Drive.

The three designs are unique

and offer a mix of different play equipment, including slides, climbing/ cubby units, balance poles, swings, monkey bars and see-saws.

To view the designs and cast your vote visit www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/ playgrounds. You have until Friday 11 August.

Situated on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, conveniently located mid-way between Sydney and Melbourne, Wagga Wagga is a vibrant, modern growing regional centre of 63,000 people offering quality cultural, sporting and educational opportunities. The region offers the best of both worlds combining the convenience of city living, with the free, space and clean air of a country lifestyle.

General Manager City of Wagga Wagga seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced senior manager with a proven record of accomplishment who can provide strong leadership and change management and continue to improve and develop the organisation in support of Council’s strategic direction. Reporting directly to the Councillors and Community, the General Manager will play a crucial leadership role in delivering and managing our diverse organisation and most importantly shaping the culture and future of our city.

To be successful in this role you will have a demonstrated successful record of senior management, leadership and commercial acumen, and possess a high-level understanding of best practice systems, change management principles and customer delivery standards.

Candidates must address the selection criteria outlined in the information package, available at www.lgnsw.org.au/lgms For specific position details, please contact Christian Morris, Local Government Management Solutions on (02) 9242 4000 for a confidential discussion.

To learn more about the Council visit www.wagga.nsw.gov.au Applications close 5pm Monday, 21 August 2017.

Public Notices EOI 2018-600 TILED FLOOR REMEDIATION – OASIS AQUATIC CENTRE

Suitably endorsed Expressions of Interest (EOI) marked “EIO 2018600 Tiled Floor Remediation Oasis Aquatic Centre” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 2pm Wednesday 30th August 2017.

Council is seeking solutions to address an issue with the lack of slip resistance to approximately 2,600 square metres of tiles at the Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre. EOI will be assessed on a number of criteria. Enquiries should be directed to Mr David Christiansen on 02 6926 9783. This EOI process includes a mandatory site meeting in Wagga Wagga NSW. Registration for the compulsory site meeting can be made to hewson.mark@wagga. nsw.gov.au. A non-refundable fee of $110.00 will be charged for each

hard copy of the Specification or specifications at nil cost can be accessed on the following web address: www.tenderlink.com/wagga

NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE – BOURKE ST

Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of:Roads: Bourke St (one lane only) from Fernleigh Rd to Red Hill Rd as required Date: Tuesday 8 August 2017 to Friday 11 August 2017 Duration: 9:30am to 2:30pm each day Reason: Tree removal, stump grinding and replanting Detour: No detours

RFQ2018-501 RECOVERY & PURCHASE OF WOOD GWMC

Suitably endorsed Quotations marked “RFQ2018-501 Recovery & Purchase of Wood GWMC” are invited and will

Contact us p 1300 292 442 e council@wagga.nsw.gov.au w www.wagga.nsw.gov.au a Civic Centre Cnr Baylis & Morrow Sts PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650

G R E E N TH U M BS U P TO VO LU NTE E R S

More than 150 volunteers of all ages took part in the community planting event at Boorooma as part of National Tree Day on 30 July. Council donated 4300 seedlings for both the community planting and for local schools to plant throughout the week as part of National Tree Day.

S T R E E T L IGH T UP GR A DE S A C R O S S CI T Y

Street lighting upgrades are taking place at two busy intersections in the city.

An upgrade of street lighting at a Mount Austin intersection is now complete.

New lights on the approach to Bourke Street in Leavenworth Drive and above a pedestrian crossing on Bourke Street have been installed. be received by the undersigned until 2pm Wednesday 30th August 2017.

This contract is for the collection and purchase of wood from the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre, Wagga Wagga. Quotations will be assessed on a number of criteria. Tenderers are advised that the lowest or any Quotation will not necessarily be accepted. Enquiries should be directed to Mr Geoff Pym on 0429 505 746. A non-refundable fee of $110.00 will be charged for each hard copy of the Specification or specifications at nil cost can be accessed on the following web address: www.tenderlink.com/ wagga

NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Baylis & Fitzmaurice St’s between Morrow and Johnston St’s, Johnston St, Ivan Jack Dr, Best St, Morrow St, Peter St, Morrow St Date: Sunday 13/08/2017

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The lights help improve safety for pedestrians and motorists at the intersection and were in response to community feedback about the intersection being dimly lit.

Meanwhile, works are underway to improve lighting at the intersections of Red Hill Road and the Olympic Highway The upgrade is in response to

Duration: 6am to 2pm Reason: NSW Cycling Junior Road Championships Detour: As per sign posted routes

NOTICE OF COUNCIL MEETINGS AUGUST 2017

In accordance with the provisions of Section 9 of the Local Government Act 1993, notice is hereby given that an Ordinary meeting of the Council of the City of Wagga Wagga will be held at 6pm on Monday, 28 August 2017 in the Council Meeting room, cnr Baylis & Morrow Streets Wagga Wagga.

A Public Access Session and Public Forum - Development Assessment and Policy will be held on Monday, 21 August 2016. The Public Access Session will be held from 5:30 – 6pm and will be followed by the Public Forum - Development Assessment and Policy. Agenda items for the Public Forum will be available prior to the Forum at www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/ city-of-wagga-wagga/council/minutesand-reports/public-forums

All meetings are open to members of the public. Members of the public wishing to address the Council regarding agenda items, must complete the appropriate Public Address Form and return it to Council by 10am on the day of meeting. The form is available from the Customer Service counter at the Wagga Wagga Civic Centre or from Council’s website www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/paforms Council live streams video and audio of all Council meetings. Members of the public are advised that their voice and/or image may form part of the webcast.

Copies of the Agenda are available to the public, at the meetings or from the Customer Service Centre at the Wagga Wagga Civic Centre three (3) days prior to the meetings or from Council’s website www.wagga.nsw. gov.au

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customer requests received by Council about the difficulty of determining the exact location of the intersection when travelling on the highway at night.

Flag lighting will be installed, which will assist motorists by giving a visual prompt as to the location of the intersection.

The lights are expected to be installed in August.

Robert Knight, General Manager