That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 24 September 2014 be confirmed as a true record of that meeting.

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Mayoral Minute

SUBJECT: Korean War Memorial

Council has received representation from the Returned and Services League of Australia - City of Liverpool Sub-Branch regarding the installation of a plaque commemorating those Australians killed or missing in action (K.I.A or M.I.A) during the Korean War (1950-1953).

Over 17,000 Australians served during the Korean War, of which 340 were killed and over 1,500 were wounded. A further 29 had become prisoners of war. There are still 43 Australians missing in action. It is important that we properly commemorate their service and sacrifice.

I am advised that this memorial would be in keeping with existing memorials in the semicircular garden in front of the war memorial and would not generate an impact on the significance of Bigge Park. This memorial would be an important addition to the commemorative war memorial garden.

I am informed that installation of an appropriate plinth and plaque supplied by the Korea War Veterans Association NSW would not require a development application. It will honour those missing in action and as well as those killed in action specifically from the Liverpool area.

RECOMMENDATION:

That Council:

1.    Approve installation of a suitable plinth and plaque supplied by the Korean War Veterans Association NSW and RSL Sub-Branch in the War memorial garden of Bigge Park.

2.    Organise and conclude installation of the memorial prior to ANZAC Day 2015.

3.    Expresses its thanks to the Returned and Services League of Australia - City of Liverpool Sub-Branch and Korean War Veterans Association NSW for their hard work and ongoing representation on this matter and their continued contribution to the Liverpool community.

4.    Authorises the CEO to dedicate appropriate resources to complete this project.

Motion:   Moved: Mayor Mannoun

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Mayoral Minute

SUBJECT: Community Christmas Kitchen

The recent visit by the new Governor General, His Excellency General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC, has highlighted as part of anti-poverty week the demand in our community for services such as the Inspire Church-run community kitchen, which provides meals and support to those in need in our community.

I was very moved by the experience at the community kitchen. After a discussion with Pastor Mike Myer, I became aware of their annual Christmas Kitchen at which they provide an early Christmas lunch for up to 250 of the needy from our community.

Whilst we have big plans to redevelop Liverpool and help this city achieve its real potential, we must not lose sight of those who might not be in a position, for whatever circumstances, to take full advantage of our growing prosperity. Our Council provides many services and support to those in need in our community, in partnership with a range of institutions including but not limited to Inspire, Salvation Army, CatholicCare, Liverpool Youth Accommodation Assistance Company and of course St Vincent De Paul. Demand for their services is always strong and especially at Christmas period.

I was also moved to recently visit the Food for Life Market at Warwick Farm where volunteers provide fresh fruit and vegetables for over 600 active members within the community. Demand for their services operated in conjunction with Food Bank and the Salvation Army continues to increase.

I propose that Council this year host a Community Christmas Kitchen in partnership with Inspire Church and open to any community members needing assistance and also support the work of Food for Life.

Recommendation:

RECOMMENDATION:

That Council:

1. Host the Mayor and Council Community Christmas Kitchen in principle partnership with Inspire Church/Liverpool Community Kitchen and Hub for 2014.

2. Donate $5000 to the Salvation Army – Food for Life (Warwick Farm and Busby) program to go towards local community Christmas demand.

3. Authorises the Chief Executive Officer to apply appropriate resources for this project from Council reserves.

4. Congratulates Council staff involved with organising the very successful recent visit to Liverpool by Governor General, His Excellency General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove and Lady Cosgrove.
   
   

Motion:   Moved: Mayor Mannoun

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Mayoral Minute

SUBJECT: Casula and Sensitive land uses 

On Saturday the 18^th October 2014, Council held a day long Mayor and Councillor Mobile Office including a session in the afternoon regarding the Development Application for a proposed Hotel at the site of the Fontainebleu Motel (DA 1454/2013). This meeting was strongly attended by members of the Casula community and Councillors Stanley, Hadchiti, Hadid and myself as well as the Member for Menai Melanie Gibbons MP.

At the meeting I was very moved by the stories of residents whose lives had been adversely impacted by alcohol and gambling.  The position that was made abundantly clear to all those present at the meeting is that the residents of Casula do not want outlets for alcohol or gambling in close proximity to schools or residential areas.

I understand and share their concern.

Given the potential adverse social impacts of alcohol and gambling on the community it makes good sense to investigate what action Council can take to prevent future proposals for such outlets in close proximity to schools or residential areas.

RECOMMENDATION:

That Council:

1.    Expresses its thanks to the residents of Casula for their continuous vigilance in bringing their concerns to Council.

2.    Direct Council officers to investigate the options available to Council to restrict alcohol or gambling outlets in near proximity to residential areas including the potential the rezoning of land and restrictions through the Development Control Plan (DCP). Staff should report on this matter at the next Council meeting.

Motion:   Moved: Mayor Mannoun

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

NOTICE OF MOTION

Following the police siege on George Street Liverpool on Thursday 16 October 2014, Council calls upon the NSW government to urgently proceed with the proposed licensing laws for sex industry premises including brothels that should empower police and the local Council to oversee the brothel industry in their local area and apply for suspension or cancellation of brothel licenses if they are shown to operate illegally or not in the public interest.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved:Clr Shelton               Seconded:          Clr Stanley        

That Council receives and notes the Chief Executive Officer comments relating to this Notice of Motion as shown below:

“An amendment to the Liverpool LEP was gazetted on 20 June 2014 to  delete sex service premises (brothels) from the B3 Commercial Core zone.  This use was already not permissible in other business and residential zones.  Accordingly, new businesses are only permissible with consent in the following industrial zones:

·         IN1 General Industrial

·         IN2 Light Industrial, and

·         IN3 Heavy Industrial.

However, in accordance with Section 108(1) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment  Act 1979 and Part 5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000, existing businesses may continue to operate under existing use rights. There are currently six businesses licensed as ‘sex service premises’ in the Liverpool CBD.” 

Foreshadowed Motion:       Moved: Clr Hadid                 Seconded: Clr Hadchiti

Following the police siege centred on a brothel on George Street Liverpool on Thursday 16 October 2014, Council resolves:

That Council:

1. Calls upon the NSW government to urgently proceed with the proposed licensing laws for sex industry premises including brothels that should empower police and the local Council to oversee the brothel industry in their local area and apply for suspension or cancellation of brothel licenses if they are shown to operate illegally or not in the public interest.

2. Writes to the NSW Premier expressing our position.

3. Authorises the CEO to investigate the acquisition of leases or properties in the town centre that host brothels with a view to relocating them to more appropriate locations in industrial areas and report back to Council on the outcome.

4. Commends the role of Police and law enforcement in successfully managing and concluding the incident in Liverpool and continuing the protection and safety of our community.

5. Writes to WSROC informing them to this motion and seeking their support.

6. Writes to the local state members seeking their support for this motion and asking them to make representations in Parliament on Council’s behalf.

On being put to the meeting the motion (by Clr Shelton) was declared LOST. The foreshadowed motion (by Clr Hadid) then became the motion and on being put to the meeting was declared CARRIED.

Division called:

Vote for:                                Mayor Mannoun

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Harle

Clr Mamone

Clr Ristevski

Clr Shelton

Vote against:                         Clr Karnib

Clr Waller

Clr Stanley

Mayor Mannoun left the Chambers at 7.27pm and the Deputy Mayor, Clr Ristevski took the Chair.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council through the CEO writes to the NSW Premier enclosing a copy of this motion and more particularly seeking specific written responses to the following:

1.   What is Sydney's rail freight capacity (and in particular the Port Botany rail link), and is it adequate to cope with current and projected freight movements through Port Botany?

2.   How many containers may be moved through the Port of Newcastle before compensation is payable to NSW Ports?

3.   How much is that compensation and how is it calculated?

4.   Will an unedited copy of the current business case be provided to Council and if so when and on what terms? 

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                  Seconded: Clr Shelton

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Mayor Mannoun returned to the Chambers at 7.29pm and took the Chair.

NOTE: NOM 03 and NOM 04 were dealt with concurrently and one resolution was passed in relatin to both items.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1.   Provides $100,000 in this budget year from the Councillor Reserve to begin restoration works on CT Lewis, Hill Road Lurnea.

2.   Begins these works immediately.

3.   Opens discussions with KU Childrens Services to continue providing services at this centre given the commitment by Council to improve the Centre and as an acknowledgement of their care of children in our community for 40 years.

4.   Provides further funds in the 2014-15 budget to complete works.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Stanley              Seconded:          Clr Waller

That Council:

1.    Deal with NOM 03 and NOM 04 concurrently.

2. Notes with extreme disappointment the reasons for the closure of KU Children's Services at CT Lewis, Lurnea.

3. Writes to KU children's services thanking them for the services they have provided for the community for the last 40 years in Lurnea and Liverpool.

4. Commits $120,000 from the Councillor Reserve to preparing a Strategic plan that deals with but is not restricted the following items:

a)    The status and function of all Council Community Facilities and Buildings

b)    Identify from the list in (a) above those in need of significant works in the next 12 months. (Significant would be defined as those that will have to close if such works are not programmed.) Also identify the origin of money that was used to build these centres(ie s94)

c)    Costs of such work, possible liabilities or consequences if works are not completed.

d)    Plans currently in place for works on Community Facilities their cost and source of funds to be committed.

e)    Identify grant and other sources that could be used to complete works.

f)     Estimates of the cost to the Community if these facilities are lost, and how many residents/users would be effected. Information regarding the range of Community uses for our facilities.

g)    Works completed since 2008 on Community facilities, funds expended and the source of such funds.

5. Provides the report to the June 2015 Council meeting.

6. Provides interim reports as available so findings can be incorporated in to the Council budget considerations for the 2015/16 budget year.

7. Directs the CEO to discuss with KU Children's Services if a similar facility elsewhere is required to assist with the demand for childcare places. The CEO to report the outcome and options to Councillors.

Amendment:                         Moved: Clr Hadchiti             Seconded: Clr Hadid

That Council:

1.    Deal with NOM 03 & NOM 04 concurrently.

2. Notes with extreme disappointment the reasons for the closure of KU Children's Services at CT Lewis, Lurnea.

3. Writes to KU children's services thanking them for the services they have provided for the community for the last 40 years in Lurnea and Liverpool.

4. Commits $120,000 from the Councillor Reserve to preparing a Strategic plan that deals with but is not restricted the following items:

a)    The status and function of all Council Community Facilities and Buildings

b)    Identify from the list in (a) above those in need of significant works in the next 12 months. (Significant would be defined as those that will have to close if such works are not programmed.) Also identify the origin of money that was used to build these centres(ie s94).

c)    Costs of such work, possible liabilities or consequences if works are not completed.

d)    Plans currently in place for works on Community Facilities their cost and source of funds to be committed.

e)    Identify grant and other sources that could be used to complete works.

f)     Estimates of the cost to the Community if these facilities are lost, and how many residents/users would be effected. Information regarding the range of Community uses for our facilities.

g)    Works completed since 2008 on Community facilities, funds expended and the source of such funds.

5. Provides the report to the June 2015 Council meeting.

6. Provides interim reports as available so findings can be incorporated in to the Council budget considerations for the 2015/16 budget year.

7. Directs the CEO to discuss with KU Children's Services if a similar facility elsewhere is required to assist with the demand for childcare places. The CEO to report the outcome and options to Councillors.

8. Notes the deterioration of this building and other community assets follows 30 years of Labor administration and neglect of Liverpool Council.

On being put to the meeting the Amendment (by Clr Hadchiti) was declared CARRIED.

Division called:

Vote for:                                Mayor Mannoun

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Harle

Clr Mamone

Clr Ristevski

Vote against:                         Clr Karnib

Clr Stanley

Clr Shelton

Clr Waller

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1.   Provides a report at its November 2014 Council Meeting detailing the following:

a)   All Council Community Facilities and Buildings and their current status.

b)   Identify from the list in (a) above those in need of significant works in the next 12 months. (Significant would be defined as those that will have to close if such works are not programmed.)

c)   Costs of such work, possible liabilities or consequences if works are not completed.

d)   Plans currently in place for works on Community Facilities their cost and source of funds to be committed.

e)   Identify grant and other sources that could be used to complete works.

f)    Estimates of the cost to the Community if these facilities are lost, and how many residents/users would be effected. Information regarding the range of Community uses for our facilities.

g)   Works completed since 2008 on Community facilities, funds expended and the source of such funds.

COUNCIL DECISION

NOTE: NOM 03 and NOM 04 were dealt with concurrently and one resolution was passed in

relating to both items. See pages 16 and 17 of these minutes for the resolution.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That:

1.   Council review its policies over the next 12 months in a gradual process.

2.   The first set of policies to be reviewed to be reported to council by the end of this year.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Shelton              Seconded:          Clr Stanley       

That Council receives and notes Chief Executive Officer comments relating to this Notice of Motion as shown below:

“Attached is a copy of Council’s Policy and Procedure Guide which has recently been reviewed and updated. The guide identifies four different categories of policies and procedures and sets out a process for review.

Council’s Governance unit maintains a register of all known Policies and Procedures. The register currently records 155 policies and procedures, and does not include WHS or Children’s Services policies (which are subject to separate legislative requirements), of these 79 policies and procedures are currently under review, or due for review. A forward program for the review of all policies will be developed and reported to Council at its November meeting.”

Foreshadowed Motion:       Moved: Clr Hadchiti             Seconded: Clr Mamone

That:

1.   Council review its policies over the next 12 months in a gradual process.

2.   The first set of policies to be reviewed to be reported to Council by the end of this year.

3. Council note the state and federal government have undertaken and are currently undertaking a red tape review which will save the tax payers millions and millions and millions of dollars.

On being put to the meeting the motion (by Clr Shelton) was declared LOST. The foreshadowed motion (by Clr Hadchiti) then became the motion and on being put to the meeting was declared CARRIED.

Division called:                    

Vote for:                                Mayor Mannoun

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Mamone

Clr Ristevski

Clr Waller

Vote against:                         Clr Harle

                                                Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

Clr Stanley

Clr Balloot was not in the Chambers for the duration of this Item.

Clr Balloot returned to the Chambers at 7.52pm.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1.   Commence the necessary works to identify the demand, form, budget of a significant civic, cultural and community facility within the Liverpool town centre.  

2.   Delegates to the CEO to use funds within the Iconic Facility Reserve for this process.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadid                 Seconded:          Clr Ristevski    

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Division called:

Vote for:                                Mayor Mannoun

                                                Clr Balloot

                                                Clr Hadchiti

                                                Clr Hadid

                                                Clr Mamone

                                                Clr Ristevski

Vote against:                         Clr Harle

                                                Clr Karnib

                                                Clr Shelton

                                                Clr Stanley

                                                Clr Waller

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1.   Review its current waste policies in the CBD for current and new buildings and report back to council.

2.   Consider more frequent pick ups and shared bins which is common in Sydney CBD and Parramatta.

3.   Consider ways to encourage businesses to share bins and ways to shield them away from the public.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Shelton              Seconded:          Clr Stanley

That Council receives and notes the Chief Executive Officer comments relating to this Notice of Motion as stated below:

“Council’s waste collection contractors will now provide a range of bulk bins and offer onsite collection where buildings comply. See attached document which outlines options and specifications.

A meeting was held between City Presentation and Planning and Growth on Tuesday, 21 October to make effective the attached guidelines and Planning and Growth will issue this document to developers when designing high rises. This change is effective immediately for all new developments and will result in shared bins and less bins on streets in the CBD. City Presentation will be negotiating contract variations with its waste collection contractor for these new provisions.”

Foreshadowed Motion:         Moved: Clr Hadid                Seconded: Mayor Mannoun

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion (by Clr Shelton) was declared LOST. The foreshadowed motion(by Clr Hadid) then became the motion and on being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1.   Undertakes an investigation of the most appropriate locations in the Liverpool Local Government Area for future expansion of the Live Life Get Active program.

2.   Assists LLGA with introductions to potential local sponsors for the program and marketing support for Liverpool based programs where relevant.

3.   Examines whether seed funding for the roll out of additional Liverpool programs may be needed to assist corporate take up of sponsorship.

4.   Promotes any expansion of the program on Council’s webpage and through advertisements in the local press.

5.    Provides a report to Council that provides information on the above together with the financial cost of operating and promoting the programs.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadchiti             Seconded:          Clr Mamone

That the recommendation be adopted.

Foreshadowed Motion:       Moved: Clr Shelton              Seconded: Clr Stanley        

That Council:

1. Undertakes an investigation of the most appropriate locations in the Liverpool Local Government Area for future expansion of the Live Life Get Active program.

2. Assists Liverpool’s longstanding and homegrown sporting groups and provides marketing support for Liverpool’s longstanding and homegrown sporting groups.

3. Promotes Liverpool’s homegrown longstanding sporting groups at every opportunity on Council’s webpage and through advertisements in local press.

On being put to the meeting the motion (by Clr Hadchiti) was declared CARRIED.

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1.   Investigate road surface condition at Gibson and Dunrossil Avenues, Casula and report results to next Council meeting.

2.   Request Council’s lighting contractor to assess the adequacy of street lighting at the pathway between Gibson and De Meyrick Avenues.

3.   If improvement is warranted, request lighting contractor to provide a scheme with an estimate of costs to upgrade lighting as per the Australian Standards in a report to be considered by the next Council meeting.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadchiti             Seconded: Clr Stanley

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.       Approves Development Application DA-790/2013 at 41 Greendale Road, Bringelly (Lot 5 DP 252040) for the Stage 2 development of the court-approved master plan in DA-394/2011 for a non-denominational cemetery, subject to the recommended conditions of consent.

2.       Notifies in writing, the persons who made a submission with regard to the proposed development.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                  Seconded:          Clr Waller         

That Council:

1.       Delegates to the CEO to determine DA-790/2013 after meeting with the residents who made representations at this Council meeting to consider whether the approval is in accordance with the court order.

2.       Notifies in writing, the persons who made a submission with regard to the proposed development.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Vote for:                                Mayor Mannoun

                                                Clr Balloot

                                                Clr Hadchiti

                                                Clr Hadid

                                                Clr Harle

                                                Clr Karnib

                                                Clr Mamone

                                                Clr Ristevski

                                                Clr Shelton

                                                Clr Waller

Vote against:                         Clr Stanley

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.       Endorses the draft planning agreement and explanatory note in its current form and publicly exhibits the documents for a period of 28 days.

2.       Delegates to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), subject to consideration of any changes following public exhibition authority, to execute the planning agreement in the form that is publicly exhibited or with minor alterations.

3.       Notes that if changes other than minor changes arise from the public exhibition process these will be reported back to Council.

4.       Notes that this delegation is within the powers that can be dedicated under Section 377 of the Local Government Act 1993.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Waller                Seconded:          Clr Karnib

That Council:

1.       Endorses the draft planning agreement and revised explanatory note as distributed to Councillors on 29 October 2014 and publicly exhibits the documents for a period of 28 days.

2.       Delegates to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), subject to consideration of any changes following public exhibition authority, to execute the planning agreement in the form that is publicly exhibited or with minor alterations.

3.       Notes that if changes other than minor changes arise from the public exhibition process these will be reported back to Council.

4.       Notes that this delegation is within the powers that can be dedicated under Section 377 of the Local Government Act 1993.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Vote for:                                Mayor Mannoun

                                                Clr Balloot

                                                Clr Hadchiti

                                                Clr Hadid

                                                Clr Harle

                                                Clr Karnib

                                                Clr Mamone

                                                Clr Shelton

                                                Clr Waller

Vote against:                         Clr Stanley

Clr Ristevski was not in the Chambers for the duration of this item.

Clr Ristevski returned to the Chambers at 8.54pm.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.       Notes the outcome of the exhibition period, being the receipt of one objection.

2.       Notes  the previous endorsement of the draft planning agreement made prior to the exhibition period.

3.       Delegates to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) the authority to execute the planning agreement in the form that was publicly exhibited.

4.       Notes that this delegation is within the powers that can be dedicated under Section 377 of the Local Government Act 1993.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Waller                Seconded:          Clr Hadchiti

That Council:

1.       Notes the outcome of the exhibition period, being the receipt of one objection.

2.       Notes  the previous endorsement of the draft planning agreement made prior to the exhibition period.

3.       Delegates to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) the authority to execute the planning agreement in the form that was publicly exhibited.

4.       Notes that this delegation is within the powers that can be dedicated under Section 377 of the Local Government Act 1993.

5.      Notes that the funds are to go towards trees in the CBD.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Vote for:                                Mayor Mannoun

                                                Clr Balloot

                                                Clr Hadchiti

                                                Clr Hadid

                                                Clr Harle

                                                Clr Karnib

                                                Clr Mamone

                                                Clr Ristevski

                                                Clr Shelton

                                                Clr Waller

Vote against:                         Clr Stanley

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

Adopts the following amendments to the Statement of Revenue Policy (Fees and Charges) 2014-2015:

1.   The Hoarding Fee Structure of:

A class – Application fee of $250 and $25 per metre per month.

B class – Application fee of $500 and $50 per metre per month.

2.   The Major Planning Proposal fee of $35,000 plus cost recovery.

3.   Amendments to several Development Application Fees.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadchiti             Seconded:          Clr Harle

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council notes that the annual pecuniary interest returns of all Councillors and all designated persons, holding office or occupying positions, as at 30 June 2013, are tabled before Council under section 450A of the Local Government Act 1993.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Shelton              Seconded:          Clr Harle

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes this report and the attached Code of Conduct Complaints Statistics Report prepared for the Office of Local Government.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                  Seconded: Clr Hadchiti

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.   Confirms the Council meeting time as 6.00pm and Council meeting dates for the 2014 calendar year as follows:

·    4 February 2015

·    25 February 2015

·    25 March 2015

·    29 April 2015

·    27 May 2015

·    24 June 2015

·    29 July 2015

·    26 August 2015

·    30 September 2015

·    28 October 2015

·    25 November 2015

·    16 December 2015

2.   Places appropriate notices in the local newspapers advising the community of the dates and commencing times of Council meetings for the 2015 calendar year. 

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadchiti             Seconded:          Clr Ristevski     

That Council:

1.   Confirms the Council meeting time as 6.00pm and Council meeting dates for the 2015 calendar year as follows:

·    4 February 2015

·    25 February 2015

·    25 March 2015

·    29 April 2015

·    26 May 2015 (Tuesday)

·    24 June 2015

·    29 July 2015

·    26 August 2015

·    30 September 2015

·    28 October 2015

·    25 November 2015

·    16 December 2015

2.   Places appropriate notices in the local newspapers advising the community of the dates and commencing times of Council meetings for the 2015 calendar year.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Clr Stanley asked that she be recorded as voting against the motion.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes this report.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Waller                Seconded: Clr Shelton

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and adopts this report.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Mayor Mannoun     Seconded:          Clr Hadid  

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council adopt the proposed Australia Day Award Recipients Policy attached to this report.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                         Moved: Mayor Mannoun                        Seconded: Clr Hadchiti      

That Council:

1. Adopt the proposed Australia Day Award Recipients Policy attached to this report.

2. Officers prepare a report to establish a category for Cultural and Arts Award in 2016.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That the Council approves increase of the aggregate credit limit on its CBA corporate credit card facility from $150k to $550k.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Mayor Mannoun               Seconded:          Clr Waller

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Clr Stanley returned to the Chambers at 9.03pm.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.   Adopts the award recipients as recommended by the Order of Liverpool Advisory Committee as set out under separate cover, in the Confidential Booklet.

2.   Notes that the Order of Liverpool Advisory Committee will be meeting again prior to the October Council meeting to consider applicants for the Companion of the Order of Liverpool (Gold) award, for recommendation to Council.

3.   Announces the recipients of the Order of Liverpool on the morning of the 7 November (the date Liverpool was founded by Governor Lachlan Macquarie in 1810) and presents the awards on Australia Day.

4.   Invites the winner of each category to major Council events held in that year as a dignitary and be acknowledged by the Mayor.

5.   Adopts the following amendments to the Order of Liverpool Awards Policy:

·    Reference to Gold, Silver and Bronze be removed from the Policy and the category of Awards to be:

i.    Companion of the Order of Liverpool

ii.    Officer of the Order of Liverpool

iii.   Member of the Order of Liverpool

·    Review Council’s change to the Policy (from October 2013) that only one medal is awarded in each category and amend the Policy to allow for no more than three Companion of the Order of Liverpool Awards each year, and no more than six Officer of the Order of Liverpool and six Member of the Order of Liverpool awards each year.

·    The following Clause be removed from Clause 13 – Movement between Awards:

“Movement between Awards has a three year minimum period. For example, a recipient of a Bronze Award is not eligible for a Silver Award for three years”.

6.   Keeps confidential the details of the nominees supplied under separate cover containing information pursuant to the provisions of 10s(A)(2)(a) of the Local Government Act because it contains personnel matters concerning particular individuals (other than Councillors)

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                  Seconded:          Clr Hadid  

That Council:

1. Adopts the award recipients as recommended by the Order of Liverpool Advisory Committee as set out under separate cover in the Confidential Booklet and in the additional informatin supplied to Councillors on 29 October 2014 (following the Order of Liverpool Advisory Committee meeting held on 29 October 2014).

2. Announces the recipients of the Order of Liverpool on the morning of the 7 November (the date Liverpool was founded by Governor Lachlan Macquarie in 1810) and presents the awards on Australia Day.

3. Invites the winner of each category to major Council events held in that year as a dignitary and be acknowledged by the Mayor.

4. Adopts the following amendments to the Order of Liverpool Awards Policy:

·    Reference to Gold, Silver and Bronze be removed from the Policy and the category of Awards to be:

i.    Companion of the Order of Liverpool

ii.    Officer of the Order of Liverpool

iii.   Member of the Order of Liverpool

·    Review Council’s change to the Policy (from October 2013) that only one medal is awarded in each category and amend the Policy to allow for no more than three Companion of the Order of Liverpool Awards each year, and no more than six Officer of the Order of Liverpool and six Member of the Order of Liverpool awards each year.

·    The following Clause be removed from Clause 13 – Movement between Awards:

“Movement between Awards has a three year minimum period. For example, a recipient of a Bronze Award is not eligible for a Silver Award for three years”.

5. Keeps confidential the details of the nominees supplied under separate cover containing information pursuant to the provisions of 10s(A)(2)(a) of the Local Government Act because it contains personnel matters concerning particular individuals (other than Councillors).

6. Refer the revised Order of Liverpool Awards Policy to the December 2014 Council meeting following further review by the Mayor and interested Councillors.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.   Endorses the Financial Contribution Panel's recommendations for the provision of $1,000 under the Sporting Donations Program as summarised in the table below:

2.   Endorses the Financial Contribution Panel's recommendations for the provision of $300 under the Community Donations Program – School Donations as summarised in the table below:

3.   Endorses the Financial Contributions Panel's recommendations for the provision of $5,500 under the Corporate Sponsorship Program as summarised in the table below:

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Waller                Seconded:          Clr Stanley

That Council:

1.   Endorses the Financial Contribution Panel's recommendations for the provision of $1,000 under the Sporting Donations Program as summarised in the table below:

2.   Endorses the Financial Contribution Panel's recommendations for the provision of $300 under the Community Donations Program – School Donations as summarised in the table below:

3.   Endorses the Financial Contributions Panel's recommendations for the provision of $5,500 under the Corporate Sponsorship Program as summarised in the table below:

4. Grant $5,000 to Busby West Public School for a purpose built playground and kitchen facilities in their Busby premises and that this be funded from the Council reserve.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes this report.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadchiti             Seconded:          Clr Hadid    

1. That Council receives and notes this report.

2.    As part of Council’s policy review, this report be deleted from future Council Agendas until a more rigorous system is implemented which will provide a better indication on how Council is performing in terms of delivery of services.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes this report.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadchiti             Seconded:          Clr Balloot

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.       Approve sponsorship of $10,000 (GST exclusive) from the Australian Defence Credit Union for the 2015 Anzac Day commemorative event; and

2.       Approve sponsorship of $10,000 (GST exclusive) from the Liverpool Catholic Club for the 2015 Anzac Day commemorative event.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadid                 Seconded:          Clr Mamone

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.   Places the draft Ageing Strategy and Action Plan 2014-2017 on public exhibition for a period of 28 days inviting public submissions.

2.   Receives a further report on the Ageing Strategy and Action Plan 2014-2017 following the public exhibition period and providing a final Strategy for adoption.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                  Seconded:          Clr Mamone

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.       Supports representatives from the 2012-2014 Youth Council to present the Liverpool Youth Council Annual Report 2013-2014 in open session of Council.

2.       Receives and notes the Liverpool Youth Council Annual Report 2013-2014 and thanks its members for their contributions, including those of Councillor Wendy Waller and Councillor Sabrina Mamone.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Mamone            Seconded:          Clr Hadid

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.   Notes the current nature and status of sister city relationships with Toda, Liverpool UK, Liverpool New York, Calabria and Narromine.

2.   Notes the report outlining the options and considerations in establishing a Sister City relationship or similar arrangement in China

3.   As a first step in establishing global linkages pursue a partnership with education institutions in Liverpool to promote Liverpool as a place for international students to study and as a place to invest.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Balloot               Seconded:          Clr Ristevski

That Council:

1. Notes the current nature and status of sister city relationships with Toda, Liverpool UK, Liverpool New York, Calabria and Narromine.

2. Notes the report outlining the options and considerations in establishing a Sister City relationship or similar arrangement in China

3. As a first step in establishing global linkages pursue a partnership with education institutions in Liverpool to promote Liverpool as a place for international students to study and as a place to invest.

4. Be provided with a presentation at a Councillor Briefing Session in relation to the student exchange program with Toda.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Clr Mamone left the Chambers at 9.21pm.   

Clr Mamone returned to the Chambers at 9.23pm.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.   Allocate an additional $50,000 to allow a more comprehensive Master Plan for the Woodward Park precinct to be developed while preserving Council’s independence

2.   Invite the adjoining property owners to participate and contribute to the development of the Master Plan

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadchiti             Seconded:          Clr Balloot

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Division called:

Vote for:                                Mayor Mannoun

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Mamone

Clr Ristevski

Vote against:                         Clr Harle

Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

Clr Stanley

Clr Waller

RECOMMENDATION

That Council appoints the two representatives recommended in the confidential report to positions on the Badgerys Creek Airport Taskforce.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Waller                Seconded:          Clr Stanley

That Council appoints the representatives as listed as No 5, 11 and 12 (in the confidential report provided to Councillors) to positions on the Badgerys Creek Airport Taskforce.

Foreshadowed Motion:        Moved: Clr Ristevski            Seconded: Clr Hadchiti

That Council appoints the representatives as listed as No 1, 2, 5, 6, 9 and 11 (in the confidential report provided to Councillors) as community and business representatives of the Badgerys Creek Airport Taskforce and amend the Committee Charter to reflect the change to membership.

On being put to the meeting the motion (by Clr Waller) was declared LOST. The foreshadowed motion (by Clr Ristevski) then became the motion and on being put to the meeting was declared CARRIED.

Division called:

Vote for:                                Mayor Mannoun

                                                Clr Balloot

                                                Clr Hadchiti

                                                Clr Hadid

                                                Clr Harle

                                                Clr Mamone

                                                Clr Ristevski

Vote against:                         Clr Karnib

                                                Clr Shelton

                                                Clr Stanley

                                                Clr Waller

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.       Proceeds to make LLEP 2008 (Amendment 47) and refers it to the NSW Department of Planning and Environment for the plan to be published on the NSW Government legislation website.

2.       Adopts LDCP 2008 (Draft Amendment 14) in accordance with section 21 of the Environment Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000 to come into effect on the publication of the required notice in the local newspaper.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Stanley              Seconded: Clr Karnib

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Vote for:                                 Clr Balloot

                                                Clr Hadchiti

                                                Clr Hadid

                                                Clr Harle

                                                Clr Karnib

                                                Clr Ristevski

                                                Clr Shelton

                                                Clr Stanley

                                                Clr Waller

Vote against:                         Mayor Mannoun

Clr Mamone was out of the Chambers for the duration of this item.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.   Endorses the revised zone objectives, permissible uses and proposed rezoning in this report;

2.   Prepares a Planning Proposal to amend the industrial zones and maps in accordance with this report; forwards the Planning Proposal to NSW Planning and Environment for Gateway determination and proceeds to public exhibition following the issue of a Gateway determination.

3.   Undertakes an industrial lands study and revises the Industrial Lands Strategy in the future.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Shelton              Seconded:          Clr Hadchiti

1. That this report be deferred.

2. That Council officers report back to the next Council meeting outlining a plan for the full review of LLEP 2008 including costings.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Councillors voted unanimously for this motion.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.   Publicly Exhibits the draft Planning Agreement between Liverpool City Council and Mr Jim Ho Shon, Mrs Elsa Theresa Ho Shon and Mr Tom Ho Shon for a minimum of 28 days;

2.   Agrees to the land swap, compensation and off-set road work amounts as contained in the draft Planning Agreement;

3.   Notes that the square metre areas of the relevant parcels to be swapped and or acquired are approximate and subject to a final survey. Council approves acquisition, land swap and construction costs on a dollar per square metre basis as outlined in the draft Planning Agreement;

4.   Delegates to the Chief Executive Officer (or Acting), subject to considerations of any changes following public exhibition, to enter into and execute the Planning Agreement in the form that it is publicly exhibited or with minor alterations;

5.   Notes that if changes, other than those considered to be minor or typographical and or grammatical corrections, arise from the public exhibition process that these will be reported back to Council;

6.   If executed, agrees that funding for land acquisitions and land swaps be sourced from Council’s Section 94 Contribution Plan; and

7.   Keeps confidential the attachment supplied under separate cover containing the details of negotiations pursuant to the provisions of Section 10A(2)(c) of the Local Government Act 1993 as this information would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom Council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Shelton              Seconded: Clr Mamone

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.       Accepts the Valuer General’s Determination of Compensation for the compulsory acquisition of a part of Lot 10 DP 881265, Mill Park, Casula as outlined in the confidential attachment;

2.       Keeps confidential the attachment supplied under separate cover containing the Valuer General’s Determination, pursuant to the provision of Section 10A(2)(c) of the Local Government Act 1993 as this information would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the Council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business;

3.       Authorises its delegated officer to execute any document, under Power of Attorney necessary to give effect to this decision; and

4.       Transfers the compensation amount into the Property Development Reserve.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Waller                Seconded:          Clr Shelton

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.   Accepts the dedication of Lot 6020 DP 1143651, Moondarra Drive, West Hoxton comprising an area of 445.5 square metres at no cost;

2.   Agrees to classify proposed Lot 300 in the Plan of Consolidation of Lot 577 and Lot 578 DP 1017999 and Lot 6020 DP 1143651 as ‘Operational’ land in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993; and

3.   Authorises its delegated officer to execute any document, under Power of Attorney necessary to give effect to this decision.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Waller                Seconded:          Clr Shelton

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council adopts the recommendations contained in the confidential attachment.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Waller                Seconded:          Clr Shelton

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

1.   The Minutes of the Aboriginal Consultative Committee Meeting held on 3 September 2014 are attached for the information of Council.

2.   The Minutes identify a number of actions that require Council staff to undertake, none of which will have any financial impact on Council.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Ristevski           Seconded:          Clr Hadid  

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes the Minutes of the Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting held on 5 August 2014.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Ristevski           Seconded:          Clr Hadid  

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.       Receives and notes the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 24 September 2014.

2.       Adopts the following recommendations of the Local Traffic Committee meeting:

Item 1    Intersection of Hoxton Park Road and Lyn Parade, Prestons – Traffic Conditions

i.    Supports dual right lane turn configuration in principle from Lyn Parade into Hoxton Park Road (that is middle lane as exclusive right turn lane and the kerb side lane as a shared left and right turn lane).

ii.    Supports the installation of appropriate pavement markings in principle to delineate dual right turn lane configuration from Lyn Parade.

iii.   Revised traffic signal plan to be submitted to RMS for approval.

iv.  Stakeholders be advised accordingly of Council’s resolution. 

Item 2    Kurrajong Road, Casula – Proposed Linemarking Modification of the section between Hume Highway and Old Kurrajong Road

i.    Supports the signposting and line marking plan.

ii.    Stakeholders be advised accordingly of Council’s resolution.

Item 3    Bangalla Avenue, Chipping Norton – Traffic Conditions

i.    Due to the existing low speed environment and traffic volume, traffic calming devices are not required in Bangalla Avenue.

ii.    The Police be requested to monitor speeding in Bangalla Avenue.

iii.   The Local Member for Menai is advised of Council’s decision.

Item 4    Regentville Drive, Elizabeth Hills – Signposting and Linemarking Plan

i.    Supports the submitted signposting and line marking plan with the following changes:

·    Double White Barrier Lines (BB lines) as 10m from kerb return or 10m on approach to pram-ramps whichever is greater at all intersections. 

·    Delete the proposed continuity line (C1) marking at all the standard ‘T’   intersections.

·    Extend yellow No Stopping line marking (C3) at least 6m beyond ‘BB’ line to allow weaving-in of overtaking vehicles without running over BB lines.

·    To ensure appropriate traffic flow No Stopping restrictions are to be installed on both sides at the proposed BB lines at 90° bend. 

ii.    The applicant be advised of Council’s decision.

Item 5    Edmondson Park – Minor Intersection Treatments

i.    Supports the submitted signposting and line marking plan with the following changes:

·    Double White Barrier Lines (BB lines) as 10m from kerb return or 10m on approach to pram-ramps whichever is greater at all intersections. 

·    Delete the proposed continuity line (C1) marking at all the standard ‘T’ intersections.

·    To ensure appropriate traffic flow No Stopping restrictions are to be installed on both sides at the proposed BB lines at 90° bend.

·    Extend C3 yellow line marking by at least 6m beyond BB line to allow weaving-in of overtaking vehicles without running over BB lines.

·    The proposed Stop signs at the intersection of Roads 7 and 10 is not supported as the intersection is a standard ‘T’ intersection and there is no indication of sight distance restriction. 

·    Give Way intersection control at the intersection of Roads 7 and 12 due to the intersection layout.

·    No Stopping signs on both sides of Holiday Avenue and Faulkner Way at the 90° bend.

ii.    The applicant be advised of Council’s decision.

Item 6    Laneway between Norfolk Street and Norfolk Serviceway, Liverpool - Proposed Parking Restriction

i.    Supports the introduction of the proposed parking restrictions for a six months trial period in the laneway between Norfolk Street and Norfolk Serviceway, Liverpool.

ii.    Stakeholders be advised of Council’s decision.

Item 7    Northumberland Street, Liverpool – Annual Diwali Mela Special Event – Classification of Event

i.    Supports the annual Diwali Mela as a Class 3 special event.

ii.    The applicant to comply with class 3 special event conditions including submission of a Special Event Transport Management Plan to Council.

iii.   Stakeholders be advised of Council’s decision.

Item 8    White Ribbon Day March – 24 November 2014 – Classification of Event

i.    Supports the White Ribbon Day event as a Class 4 event.

ii.    The rolling road closure be managed by the NSW Police Force.

iii.   Motorists to be advised about expected traffic delays by variable messages signs.

iv.  Stakeholders be advised of Council’s decision.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadid                 Seconded:          Clr Hadchiti

That Council:

1.       Receives and notes the Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 24 September 2014.

2.       Adopts the following recommendations of the Local Traffic Committee meeting:

Item 1    Intersection of Hoxton Park Road and Lyn Parade, Prestons – Traffic Conditions

i.    Supports dual right lane turn configuration in principle from Lyn Parade into Hoxton Park Road (that is middle lane as exclusive right turn lane and the kerb side lane as a shared left and right turn lane).

ii.    Supports the installation of appropriate pavement markings in principle to delineate dual right turn lane configuration from Lyn Parade.

iii.   Revised traffic signal plan to be submitted to RMS for approval.

iv.  Stakeholders be advised accordingly of Council’s resolution. 

Item 2    Kurrajong Road, Casula – Proposed Linemarking Modification of the section between Hume Highway and Old Kurrajong Road

i.    Supports the signposting and line marking plan.

ii.    Stakeholders be advised accordingly of Council’s resolution.

Item 3    Bangalla Avenue, Chipping Norton – Traffic Conditions

i.    Due to the existing low speed environment and traffic volume, traffic calming devices are not required in Bangalla Avenue.

ii.    The Police be requested to monitor speeding in Bangalla Avenue.

iii.   The Local Member for Menai is advised of Council’s decision.

Item 4    Regentville Drive, Elizabeth Hills – Signposting and Linemarking Plan

i.    Supports the submitted signposting and line marking plan with the following changes:

·    Double White Barrier Lines (BB lines) as 10m from kerb return or 10m on approach to pram-ramps whichever is greater at all intersections. 

·    Delete the proposed continuity line (C1) marking at all the standard ‘T’   intersections.

·    Extend yellow No Stopping line marking (C3) at least 6m beyond ‘BB’ line to allow weaving-in of overtaking vehicles without running over BB lines.

·    To ensure appropriate traffic flow No Stopping restrictions are to be installed on both sides at the proposed BB lines at 90° bend. 

ii.    The applicant be advised of Council’s decision.

Item 5    Edmondson Park – Minor Intersection Treatments

i.    Supports the submitted signposting and line marking plan with the following changes:

·    Double White Barrier Lines (BB lines) as 10m from kerb return or 10m on approach to pram-ramps whichever is greater at all intersections. 

·    Delete the proposed continuity line (C1) marking at all the standard ‘T’ intersections.

·    To ensure appropriate traffic flow No Stopping restrictions are to be installed on both sides at the proposed BB lines at 90° bend.

·    Extend C3 yellow line marking by at least 6m beyond BB line to allow weaving-in of overtaking vehicles without running over BB lines.

·    The proposed Stop signs at the intersection of Roads 7 and 10 is not supported as the intersection is a standard ‘T’ intersection and there is no indication of sight distance restriction. 

·    Give Way intersection control at the intersection of Roads 7 and 12 due to the intersection layout.

·    No Stopping signs on both sides of Holiday Avenue and Faulkner Way at the 90° bend.

ii.    The applicant be advised of Council’s decision.

Item 6    (Note: Council did not support the Local Traffic Committee’s recommendation in relation to Item 6.)

Item 7    Northumberland Street, Liverpool – Annual Diwali Mela Special Event – Classification of Event

i.    Supports the annual Diwali Mela as a Class 3 special event.

ii.    The applicant to comply with class 3 special event conditions including submission of a Special Event Transport Management Plan to Council.

iii.   Stakeholders be advised of Council’s decision.

Item 8    White Ribbon Day March – 24 November 2014 – Classification of Event

i.    Supports the White Ribbon Day event as a Class 4 event.

ii.    The rolling road closure be managed by the NSW Police Force.

iii.   Motorists to be advised about expected traffic delays by variable messages signs.

iv.  Stakeholders be advised of Council’s decision.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.       Receives and notes the Minutes of the Street Naming Committee Meeting held on 7 October 2014.

2.       Endorses the proposed street names for the New Brighton development, and proceeds to advertising and gazettal, subject to consideration of any objections received.

3.       Submits an application to the Geographical Names Board to name an unnamed park in Middleton Grange ‘Agazio Riitano Pond’.

4.       Resolves not to rename Kirkpatrick Boyland Park.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                  Seconded:          Clr Hadid  

That Council:

1.       Receives and notes the Minutes of the Street Naming Committee Meeting held on 7 October 2014.

2.       Endorses the proposed street names for the New Brighton development, and proceeds to advertising and gazettal, subject to consideration of any objections received.

3.       Submits an application to the Geographical Names Board to name an unnamed park in Middleton Grange ‘Agazio Riitano Pond’.

4.       Resolves not to rename Kirkpatrick Boyland Park.

5.     That the City of Liverpool Sub Branch of the RSL be advised of the Council’s decision and that the City of Liverpool Sub Branch of the RSL be invited to meet with the Council to further discuss a suburb name to Badcoe VC as well as a location for the Memorial Park.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.       Receives and notes the Minutes of the Ethics and Audit Committee Meetings held on 23 July 2014 and 8 October 2014;

2.       Adopts the recommendation put forward in the confidential report provided under separate cover; and

3.       Keeps confidential the minutes supplied under separate cover containing information pursuant to the provisions of s10A(2)(c) of the Local Government Act 1993 as it contains information that would if disclosed confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom Council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Ristevski           Seconded:          Clr Hadid  

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes the Minutes of the No Intermodal Committee Meeting held on 7 October 2014.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Ristevski           Seconded:          Clr Hadid  

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1.   Receives and notes the Minutes of the Key Site Master Planning Steering Committee Meeting held on 7 October 2014.

2.   Adopts the recommendation put forward in this report.

3.   Keeps confidential the minutes supplied under separate cover containing information pursuant to the provisions of s10A(2) (c) of the Local Government Act 1993 as it contains information that would if disclosed confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom Council is conducting (or proposed to conduct) business.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Mayor Mannoun     Seconded: Clr Hadid

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes the minutes of the Liverpool City Sports Committee held on 31 July 2014.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Ristevski           Seconded:          Clr Hadid  

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council receives and notes the report.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Mayor Mannoun               Seconded: Clr Ristevski

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Please address the following:

1. What does it cost council to be part of LGNSW?

2. What tangible benefits has council received from its membership?

3. What are the benefits if council withdraws its membership from LGNSW?

A response to these questions will be provided in the November Business Papers.

That Council:

1.   Investigate the provision of a pedestrian crossing or similar warning opportunities for pedestrians using this road.

2.   Fund the crossing and any associated works from the Councillor reserve.

3.   Complete the work in this financial year.

That Council direct the CEO to write to Penrith Council Mayor immediately on behalf of the residents of Liverpool seeking an apology and retraction of the incorrect statements made by Councillor Marcus Cornish, Penrith Councillor.

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NOM 02

Comments made by Penrith Councillor regarding Islamic Community of Liverpool

Attachment 1

Daily Telegraph article - 28 October 2014 - Penrith to get first mosque to serve area’s growing Islamic community

That Council:

1.   Approves the donation of $2000 to the Luddenham Show 2015 commensurate with their ‘champion’ sponsorship package.

2.   Supports the event through Council’s advertising and media channels including but not limited to social media and Council’s website.

3.   Writes to the President of the Luddenham AH&I Society Inc. thanking them for considering us as potential sponsors and notifying them of our intention to sponsor.

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NOM 03

Sponsorship of the Luddenham Show

Attachment 1

Luddenham Show Sponsor Proposal 2015

That Council:

1.   Calls upon the NSW Government to plan for an express train service from Liverpool to the Sydney CBD.

2.   Calls upon Council to circulate a petition to advocate for an express train service from Liverpool to the Sydney CBD.

3.   Authorises the CEO to utilise the communications of council to publicise the aforementioned petition.

4.   Notes the significant capital investment in the Sydney Trains network that is currently underway, and the planned upgrades that are connected to the proposed leasing of the poles and wires in NSW.

5.   Notes that when the line to Liverpool was electrified a train from Liverpool to Central station would to take 45 minutes, and now most trains from Liverpool to Central station take more than 50 minutes.

6.   Notes that with the opening of the South West Rail Link, that more services will be arriving in Liverpool CBD for residents hoping to be connected to employment options by public transport.

7.   Notes that travel times have a direct impact upon the attractiveness of Liverpool as a place to live, and on the quality of life of residents of our City, and that a faster connection to the Sydney CBD.

That Council receives and notes the September 2014 Performance Report which outlines the progress of all principal activities contained in the 4-year Delivery Program and Operational Plan 14/15.

That Council receives and notes this report.

Asset Class

Oct-14

Jun-14

Senior Debts (FRN's)

101.38%

 101.48%

Senior Bonds (NCD & Corporate Bonds)

104.70%

 104.56%

MBS (Reverse Mortgage Backed Securities)

  64.07%

  60.14%

Total

  96.36%

  94.05%

Issuer

Market Value

% Total Value

Institutional Limit as per Council

Investment policy

AMP Bank Ltd

4,995,114

3.00%

20%

ANZ Banking Group Ltd

2,065,960

1.24%

30%

Banana Coast Community Credit Union Ltd

4,000,000

2.40%

10%

Bank of Queensland Ltd

32,000,000

19.22%

20%

Bank of Sydney Ltd

1,000,000

0.60%

10%

Bendigo & Adelaide Bank Ltd

3,033,110

1.82%

20%

Commonwealth Bank of Australia Ltd

14,206,683

8.53%

30%

Credit Union Australia Ltd

2,013,380

1.21%

10%

* Emerald Reverse Mortgage Trust

1,989,745

1.20%

0%

*Members Equity Bank Ltd

18,010,240

10.82%

10%

*National Australia Bank Ltd

52,051,900

31.27%

30%

Police & Nurses Bank Ltd

8,000,000

4.81%

10%

Police Bank Ltd

1,007,230

0.61%

10%

Rabobank Australia Ltd

9,000,000

5.41%

30%

St George Bank Limited

2,000,000

1.20%

30%

Suncorp-Metway Ltd

2,021,840

1.21%

20%

Westpac Banking Corporation Ltd

9,074,950

5.45%

30%

Portfolio Total

166,470,152

100.00%

Short Term
Security Rating Group

Market Value

% Total Value

Investment Policy Limit

A1+

40,136,933

24.11%

100%

A1

4,995,114

3.00%

100%

A2

66,000,000

39.65%

60%

N/R

5,000,000

3%

50%

Total Short Term  Security Rating Group

116,132,047

69.76%

Long Term
Security Rating Group

Market Value

% Total Value

Investment Policy Limit

AAA

1,261,800

0.76%

100%

AA+ to AA-

41,270,160

24.79%

100%

A+ to A-

3,775,295

2.27%

60%

BBB+ to BBB-

4,030,850

2.42%

50%

Total Long Term  Security Rating Group

50,338,105

30.24%

Total Investment Portfolio

$166,470,152

100%

Portfolio Performance vs. 90 day annualised Bank Bill Index for the month

The portfolio yield for October is above the annualised benchmark for the month (4.01% against 2.66%).

Portfolio Performance vs. 90 day Bank Bill index over the 12 month period.

The portfolio yield for the past 12 month period is above the benchmark for the same period (4.11% against 2.64%).

Annual Income vs. Budget

Council’s investment income on

General Fund was $90k above year to date budget.

Legislative Requirements

Fully Compliant.

Portfolio Credit Rating Limit

Fully Compliant.

Institutional Exposure Limits

X

Non-compliance for three institutions, NAB, ME Bank and Emerald Reverse Mortgages. The actual investment holding for NAB & ME Bank is slightly over the policy limit. This temporary situation will be rectified as investments in both securities mature. The Emerald Reverse Mortgages securities are grand fathered investments pre the “Cole” report.

Council’s policy will be amended to exclude grandfathered securities from the Institutional exposure limits.

Term to Maturity Limits

X

Exceeded term to maturity limit on existing Mortgage Back Securities purchased in 2006 and in 2007. The maturity dates have been extended by the issuer of the securities to reflect the revised actuarial expected weighted average life (WAL) of when they are most likely to be fully paid. These dates are as follows:

·    Class A $1.6 million  22 August 2022

·    Class C $0.5 million  21 July 2027

·    Class C $1.0 million  23 August 2027

Council’s policy will be amended to exclude grandfathered securities from the term to maturity limits.

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Investment Report October 2014

Attachment 1

Investment Portfolio Details October 2014

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Investment Report October 2014

Attachment 2

Performance Graphs Actual to Buget October 2014

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Investment Report October 2014

Attachment 3

Media Release  Reseve Bank of Austarlia November 2014

That Council:

1.       Approves borrowing of $3m in accordance with the LIRS subsidy assistance program;

2.       Authorises the Mayor and General Manager to sign the LIRS funding agreement for Whitlam Centre Air-conditioning Project;

3.       Authorises affixing of Common Seal of the Council to the LIRS Funding Agreement;

4.       Authorises the CEO to obtain quotations from major financial institutions and execute a loan agreement with the bank offering most favorable terms;

5.       Authorises affixing of Common Seal of the Council, if required, to the bank loan agreement.

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Local Infrastructure Renewal Scheme (LIRS) - Funding Agreement and Borrowing

Attachment 1

LIRS Funding Agreement

That Council:

1.       Receives and notes the report;

2.       Votes the identified budget variations in accordance with this report;

3.      Notes a forecast of the Net Operating Result before grants & contributions is currently being assessed.

Description

Movement

$'000

Cumulative Working Funds Balance

$'000

Working Funds Balance (per audited financial reports)

4,000

September Review Surplus

40

4,040

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September 2014 Budget Review

Attachment 1

Variations to General Fund

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September 2014 Budget Review

Attachment 2

Variations to Grant& Contributions funded works

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CFO 04

September 2014 Budget Review

Attachment 3

Variations to S94 funded works

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CFO 04

September 2014 Budget Review

Attachment 4

Variations to works funded by Reserves

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CFO 04

September 2014 Budget Review

Attachment 5

Grants Status Report - Applications

141

CFO 04

September 2014 Budget Review

Attachment 6

Grants Status Report - Received

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CFO 04

September 2014 Budget Review

Attachment 7

Quarter 1 Budget Review Summary

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September 2014 Budget Review

Attachment 8

Cash & Investment Report