MINUTES OF THE Ordinary Meeting

HELD ON 31 August 2016

PRESENT:

Mayor Ned Mannoun

Councillor Balloot

Councillor Hadchiti

Councillor Hadid

Councillor Harle

Councillor Karnib

Councillor Mamone

Councillor Ristevski

Councillor Shelton

Councillor Waller

Mr Michael Cullen, Acting Chief Executive Officer

Mr Gary Grantham, Chief Financial Officer / Director Corporate Services

Ms Toni Averay, Director Planning and Growth

Dr Eddie Jackson, Acting Director Community and Culture

Ms Julie Scott, Acting Director Economic Development

Mr Raj Autar, Director Infrastructure and Environment

Ms Hiba Soueid, Acting Director Business Improvement

Mr John Morgan, Director Property and Commercial Development

The meeting commenced at 6.06pm.

OPENING 6.06pm

PRAYER The prayer of the Council will be read by Pastor Steve Riethmuller from Cartwright Gospel Chapel.

APOLOGIES Nil

CONDOLENCES

Mr Edward Banks – read by Clr Waller

Edward Banks, ‘Ted’ was born on the 6th of April 1934 and passed away on the 30.7.16 after a lengthy illness. Ted and his wife Judith are well known in the Liverpool area. Ted was born in Liverpool and spent all his years up until recent times at the family farm in Austral. When Ted was moved to a nursing home Judith visited every day. Ted worked the farm all his life but he also contributed to fundraising for many charitable events over the years and he created the Provost club of Liverpool. Liverpool Council acknowledged his charitable works. Ted was described as intelligent, caring and inventive by his daughter Heather, a man who was soft in manner but cared very much for his family and the community.

Ted is survived by his wife Judith, his children David, Heather and Keith and his grandchildren Krystal, Stacey, Nicole, Sara, Rebecca, Lachlan and Aidan.

May he rest in peace.

Motion: Moved: Mayor Mannoun Seconded: Clr Waller

That condolences be sent to Mr Banks family.

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

Confirmation of Minutes

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Balloot

That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 27 July 2016 be confirmed as a true
record of that meeting.

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

Declarations of Interest

Clr Hadchiti declared a non-pecuniary, less than significant interest in the following items:

Item CONF 03: Order of Liverpool Awards

Reason: He is related to one of the nominees for an award.

Clr Hadchiti left the Chambers for the duration of the item.

Clr Harle declared a non-pecuniary, less than significant interest in the following items:

Item CONF 03: Order of Liverpool Awards

Reason: He is related to one of the nominees for an award.

Clr Harle left the Chambers for the duration of the item.

Public Forum

Presentation – items not on agenda

1. Ms Sidrah Asad Mahboob addressed Council on the following matter:

“2016 Speaking for the Planet Event”

Ms Mahboob was unable to attend last month's Council meeting and has attended tonight's meeting to deliver her winning speech from the 2016 Speaking for the Planet Event.

Speaking for the Planet is a public speaking and drama competition that recognises and celebrates World Environment Day. The competition invites local high school students to participate by preparing speeches and performances related to the World Environment Day theme “Go Wild for Life”.

Motion: Moved: Mayor Mannoun Seconded: Clr Hadid

That a three minute extension of time be given to Ms Mahboob.

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

Representation – items on agenda

1. Mr David Ryan from Liverpool Hospital addressed Council on the following item:

DPG 02: Liverpool Hospital HLS and Flight Path

2. Mr Guy Smith from Goodman Property addressed Council on the following item:

DPG 01: Draft Georges River Master Plan

3. Mr Vele Trpevski, The Macedonian Ambassador to Australia was granted permission to address Council on the following item:

NOM 03: Devastating Floods In Macedonia

Note: Mr Trpevski was unable to attend tonight’s Council meeting due to illness and had requested Clr Ristevski read a letter on his behalf. The letter was read prior to dealing with the item.

Mayoral Minute

ITEM NO: MAYOR 01

FILE NO: 236781.2016

SUBJECT: Liverpool’s Olympians

The Olympics is one of the greatest challenges of an athlete’s life, competing against the best in the world. Recognition at this level comes with great difficulty and it is such an achievement to simply participate in these games.

Liverpool produced 6 remarkable champions who travelled to Rio and represented Australia this year. 4 of our athletes, Carmen and Caroline Marton, Hayder Shkara and Safwan Khalil, all competed in their respective weight divisions in judo this year, doing Australia proud against a tough line up of fighters from around the world.

Special mention must of course go to Chloe and Max Esposito who competed in the highly complex modern pentathlon. Across the 5 disciplines of fencing, show jumping, swimming, shooting and running Chloe became our golden Olympic champion. Chloe’s gold was the 150^th ever won by Australia and meant that Liverpool officially made up 1/8^th of Australia’s total gold for Rio. Chloe’s brother Max finished 6 seconds off bringing home his own medal in the men’s modern pentathlon.

All of these champions deserve the acknowledgement of Council and the entire country. 6 young individuals from Liverpool representing our nation among the best in the world demonstrates our city’s ability to produce world class sporting champions. I would like to encourage all children in Liverpool to aim for high aspirations like Olympic gold or Australian Test Cricket Captain. Time and again we have proven that we are capable of fostering and supporting these talents to produce world class athletes who can achieve their dreams.

RECOMMENDATION:

That Council:

1. Acknowledges and congratulates all the Olympians and their families from Liverpool who represented Australia in the Rio Olympics.

2. Sends Chloe Esposito a copy of this minute congratulating her on winning gold at the Rio Olympics and also congratulate the other local Olympians.

3. Includes Chloe in the Liverpool Sporting hall of fame at Liverpool Library.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Mayor Mannoun

That the recommendation be adopted.

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

ITEM NO: MAYOR 02

FILE NO: 236786.2016

SUBJECT: Thank You Liverpool Council Staff

Through the hard work of this council over the past four years we have seen some of the greatest achievements in our city’s history. The efforts of council staff have produced some of the finest designs and events that this city can truly be proud of.

Over this term of council we have seen the conclusion of many major projects such as the extension of Kurrajong Road and the opening of the Michael Clarke Recreation Centre which have been many years in the making.

We have also started many more projects which we are starting to come to fruition. The revitalised city centre is now a more colourful space with street art and murals across many of our once blank walls and Macquarie Mall can now live up to its potential as a booming night space for culture and entertainment.

These are all projects that our staff have taken under their wing and can be immensely proud of. Without the effort invested in this city by council staff none of these projects would ever get off the ground.

The extra work that staff have put in across the board over this period has been truly remarkable. Our frontline maintenance teams have consistently worked above and beyond to help repair Liverpool following multiple destructive storms and floods and I would like to acknowledge there assistance in setting up our major events. Many of our back room and customer service staff have also put in extra hours at train stations early in the morning gaining support for the extension of the South West Metro and out on weekends to assist with events and mobile offices. It has been a great honour to work with such dedicated staff who are committed to the betterment of our great city.

Our trusted and valued staff have worked with over the past four years and produced impressive results. It is with their assistance that we have attracted two major universities to Liverpool developing the city into a major regional education hub. As I depart as Mayor I look forward to seeing other projects developed by our staff such as the Miller Masterplan and the development of Moorebank and Liverpool City into a prosperous residential and business sector that will grow us as the capital of the Great South West.

RECOMMENDATION:

That Council:

1. Receive and note this minute.

2. Congratulate all staff in all areas for their dedication and commitment to their work for the people of Liverpool.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Mayor Mannoun

That the recommendation be adopted.

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

Clr Hadchiti asked that his thanks to Council staff also be noted.

MOTION TO BRING ITEM FORWARD

Motion Moved: Clr Ristevski Seconded: Clr Shelton

That item CONF 06 Forensic Audit of Liverpool Services Alliance be brought forward and dealt with after the Notices of Motion.

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

Notices of Motion

ITEM NO: NOM 01

FILE NO: 226607.2016

SUBJECT: Development Applications Lodged During This Council By This Mayor

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council Receive and note the attached memo from the CEO.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Ristevski Seconded: Clr Waller

That:

1. Council Receive and note the memo from the CEO.

2. That the DAs lodged by this Mayor during this Council term be assessed by an external consultant for its bona fides with a report to come back to Council within three months. This is in line with the new policy that was adopted in May 2016.

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

Mayor Mannoun and Clr Hadchiti asked that they be noted as voting for the motion.

ITEM NO: NOM 02

FILE NO: 226656.2016

SUBJECT: Congratulation To Our Frontline Service Staff

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1. Acknowledge the hard work and effort that our frontline service staff have put in during this Council term.

2. Engage with the USU on a quarterly basis on ways to improve staff morale.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Ristevski Seconded: Clr Waller

That Council:

1. Acknowledge the hard work and effort that our frontline service staff have put in during this Council term.

2. Engage (consulting, regular meetings) with the USU on a quarterly basis on ways to improve staff morale.

3. Prepare a media strategy that acknowledges the hard work of our staff during this term of Council.

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

Clr Karnib left the Chambers at 7.02pm.

Clr Karnib returned to the Chambers at 7.06pm.

ITEM NO: NOM 03

FILE NO: 226674.2016

SUBJECT: Devastating Floods In Macedonia

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1. Write to the Ambassador for Macedonia and express their support and condolence to the people of Macedonia for the devastation and lives lost in the recent floods.

2. Offer financial support in the amount of $5000 via the Macedonian Embassy in Australia.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Mamone Seconded: Clr Ristevski

That Council:

1. Write to the Ambassadors for Macedonia and Italy and express their support and condolence for the floods in Macedonia and the earthquake in Italy.

2. Offer financial support in the amount of $5000 via the Macedonian Embassy in Australia and $10,000 via the Italian embassy in Australia.

3. Make adjustments to the budget accordingly.

Amendment: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Mayor Mannoun

That Council:

1. Write to the Ambassadors for Macedonia and Italy and express their support and condolence for the floods in Macedonia and the earthquake in Italy.

2. Offer financial support in the amount of $5000 via the Macedonian Embassy in Australia and $10,000 via the Italian Embassy in Australia.

3. That the $15,000 contribution come from Councillor allowances.

Amendment: Moved: Clr Hadid Seconded: Clr Balloot

That Council:

1. Write to the Ambassadors for Macedonia and Italy and express their support and condolence for the floods in Macedonia and the earthquake in Italy.

2. That the offer of financial support in the amount of $5000 via the Macedonian Embassy in Australia and $10,000 via the Italian embassy in Australia be deferred and decided by the new Council.

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

Division called:

Vote for: Mayor Mannoun

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Ristevski

Vote against: Clr Balloot

Clr Hadid

Clr Harle

Clr Mamone

Clr Shelton

Clr Waller

Note: Clr Karnib was not in the Chamber when the Amendment (moved by Clr Hadchiti) was voted on.

The Amendment (moved by Clr Hadid) was then voted on and on being put to the meeting was declared LOST.

Division called:

Vote for: Mayor Mannoun

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadid

Clr Shelton

Vote against: Clr Harle

Clr Karnib

Clr Mamone

Clr Ristevski

Clr Waller

The motion (moved by Clr Mamone) was then voted on and on being put to the meeting was declared CARRIED

Division called:

Vote for: Mayor Mannoun

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Harle

Clr Karnib

Clr Mamone

Clr Ristevski

Clr Waller

Vote against: Clr Balloot

Clr Hadid

Clr Shelton

ITEM NO: NOM 04

FILE NO: 226765.2016

SUBJECT: Moorebank Cricket Club

NOTICE OF MOTION

That Council:

1. Work in partnership with Cricket NSW to source funding for cricket building improvements at Hammondville Park.

2. Support and continue to work towards the realisation of the amenities building expansion project at Hammondville Park.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Mamone Seconded: Clr Hadchiti

That Council:

1. Work in partnership with Cricket NSW and the Moorebank Cricket Club to source funding for cricket building improvements at Hammondville Park.

2. Support and continue to work towards the realisation of the amenities building expansion project at Hammondville Park.

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

Clr Waller left the Chambers at 7.59pm.

Clr Waller returned to the Chambers at 8.01pm.

Clr Mamone left the Chambers at 8.04pm.

Clr Mamone returned to the Chambers at 8.06pm.

Clr Karnib left the Chambers at 8.06pm.

ITEM NO: CONF 06

FILE NO: 227025.2016

SUBJECT: Forensic Audit of Liverpool Services Alliance

RECOMMENDATION

That Council note and receive report.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Ristevski Seconded: Clr Waller

That Council:

1. Seek the written consent of Prosperity Audit Services to provide a copy of ‘Liverpool City Council Investigation Report Undertakings with respect to Propel August 2016’ (“The Report”) to ICAC.

2. Terminate the Liverpool Services and Resourcing Agreement, Liverpool Alliance Agreement, and Deed of Guarantee and Indemnity (and all other collateral arrangements).

3. Seek the written consent of Prosperity Audit Services to provide a copy of the report to the independent external legal counsel referred to in two (2) above.

Mayor Mannoun ruled that point 2 of the motion was out of order as Council is currently in Caretaker mode.

MOTION TO MOVE INTO CLOSED SESSION

Motion: Moved: Clr Ristevski Seconded: Clr Hadchiti

That Council move into Closed Session to discuss the item.

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

Council went into Closed Session at 7.17pm.

Motion: Moved: Clr Shelton Seconded: Clr Waller

That Council:

1. Recommends the Acting CEO forthwith implement recommendations 4.2.1 and 4.3.3 of the Prosperity Audit Services in addition to those which management has already indicated it will implement.

2. Directs the Acting CEO to otherwise provide to Councillors well prior to the next Council meeting a detailed accounting as to the progress generally in acting on the recommendations of Prosperity Audit Services.

3. Directs the Acting CEO to prepare and distribute for comment a draft charter for an advisory committee of Council of which all Councillors shall be members to be termed the Liverpool Service Alliance Review Committee the functions of which shall be to oversee Council’s actions resulting from or otherwise relating to the matters referred to in the reports and responses contained in business item CONF 06.

4. Provides copies of this motion and all reports referred to in business item CONF 06 to any newly elected Councillor not present today as soon as the results of the Liverpool Local Government Election scheduled for 10 September 2016 have been declared.

5. Seek independent external legal advice on Council’s ability to terminate the Liverpool Services and Resourcing Agreement and related subsidiary agreements, Liverpool Alliance Agreement, and Deed of Guarantee and Indemnity (and all other collateral arrangements) without incurring a monetary liability for the cancellation.

6. Seek the written consent of Prosperity Audit Services to provide a copy of their report to the independent external legal counsel referred to in five (5) above.

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

During this item Mayor Mannoun asked that it be noted that Clr Ristevski called him a liar.

Council went into recess at 8.08pm.

Mayor Mannoun reopened the meeting at 8.29pm. Open Session resumed at 8.29pm.

Mayor Mannoun read out the above resolution which was dealt with in Closed Session

Note: CONF 06 was subject to a Rescission Motion later at the meeting. As such, the above resolution was rescinded and a new resolution moved and carried. See pages 43 and 44 of these minutes for details.

ITEM NO: CEO 02

FILE NO: 221377.2016

SUBJECT: Corporate Sponsorships

RECOMMENDATION

That Council endorses the Financial Contributions Panel’s recommendations for the provision of $12,500 (GST exclusive) under the Corporate Sponsorship Program as summarised in the table below. The final amount of Corporate Sponsorship monies available for 2016/17 are still being compiled. This latest allocation will absorb almost all of the remaining surplus.

Applicant name	Amount
Liverpool Christians community Celebrations	$5,000 ex gst
Southern Districts Soccer Football Association Inc	$3,000 ex gst
Angel Babies T.M	$500 ex gst
Western Sydney University	$2,000 ex gst
Fiji First	$2,000 ex gst

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Hadid Seconded: Clr Karnib

Defer CEO 02 until the first Council meeting after the election.

Foreshadowed motion: Moved: Mayor Mannoun Seconded: Clr Mamone

That the recommendation be adopted.

On being put to the meeting the motion (moved by Clr Hadid) was declared LOST. The Foreshadowed motion (moved by Mayor Mannoun) then became the motion and on being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Community and Culture Report

ITEM NO: DCC 01

FILE NO: 214514.2016

SUBJECT: Liverpool Sporting Donations

RECOMMENDATION

That Council endorse the Liverpool Sports Committee’s recommendations for the provision of $2,400 under the Sporting Donations Program as summarised in the table below:

Applicant Details	Amount
Declan Grohala	$200
Natalie Vukovic	$200
Peter Bastow	$500
Jade Errington	$200
Ellesse Carini	$200
Blake Jackson	$500
Norsiha Berry	$100
Brandon Ma	$200
Georgia McNamara	$100
Taylah Watson	$100
Isobelle Padilla	$100

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Mamone Seconded: Clr Harle

That the recommendation be adopted.

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

Infrastructure and Environment Report

ITEM NO: DIEN 01

FILE NO: 215723.2016

SUBJECT: Sustainable Environment Grants

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Approves the following grants to be awarded under the Sustainable Environment Grants Program at a total value of $59,328.

Applicant Name	Project Name	Amount
Outer Liverpool Community Services Inc.	Action & Connection Community Garden	$2,000
Bringelly Public School	Environmental Outdoor Learning Space	$4,896
Dalmeny Public School	Dalmeny Reduce, Recycle and Reuse	$3,500
Cartwright Public School	Environmental Club - The Den	$3,435
Rossmore Public School	Indigenous Story Garden	$5,000
Liverpool Public School	Sustainable Kitchen and Garden Refugee Project	$5,000
William Carey Christian School (Primary Department)	Our Veggie Patches	$4,695
St Therese Catholic Primary School	School Vegetable Garden	$4,891
Miller Public School	Rejuvenated Indigenous Garden	$4,311
Anzac Village Preschool Association Incorporated	Sustainable practice	$5,000
Cecil Hills Public School	Environmental Science	$2,780
St Christopher's Catholic Primary School	Classroom Veggie Patch	$5,000
Hoxton Park Public School	Native bush tucker garden	$4,300
Liverpool Action Group	Plan to Restore Environmental Assets	$4,520

2. Authorises the Director Infrastructure and Environment to notify all applicants of the outcome of their application.

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.

ITEM NO: DPG 03

FILE NO: 210704.2016

SUBJECT: Liverpool City Centre DCP

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the revised draft DCP Part 4 - Development in Liverpool City Centre.

2. Authorises the Acting CEO to place on exhibition the amended DCP Parts 1 and 4.

3. Notes that a further report will be prepared for Council following exhibition.

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.

Vote for: Mayor Mannoun

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Harle

Clr Mamone

Clr Ristevski

Vote against: Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

Clr Waller

ITEM NO: DPG 04

FILE NO: 212027.2016

SUBJECT: Planning Proposal for 146 Newbridge Road, Moorebank (Additional Permitted Uses and Part Rezoning for Marina Site)

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Receives and supports the planning proposal in principle for 146 Newbridge Road, Moorebank to enable the following:

a. Residential uses within land zoned RE2 Private Recreation, and

b. A zone boundary adjustment to R3 Medium Density Residential from RE2 Private Recreation for a portion of the land.

2. Modifies the proposal to restrict the type of residential dwellings permitted with consent.

3. Delegates to the A/CEO to forward the updated proposal to the Department of Planning and Environment seeking Gateway determination.

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.

Vote for: Mayor Mannoun

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Harle

Clr Mamone

Clr Ristevski

Vote Against: Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

Clr Waller

Questions with Notice

ITEM NO: QWN 01

FILE NO: 223976.2016

SUBJECT: Question with Notice - Clr Shelton

Please address the following:

The current position with respect to the redirection of traffic flows in George and Northumberland Streets in the CBD,

The proposed two way traffic flow along George and Northumberland Streets required detailed traffic assessment of seven affected traffic signals by the Road and Maritime Services (RMS). The RMS has now completed its traffic assessment and has provided comments on the traffic signals design drawings.

Required changes to the traffic signal drawings are being made by Council’s traffic signals consultant. It is expected the drawings will be approved in September 2016. This will be followed by approval of electrical and telecommunications modifications, which will take approximately 4-6 weeks.

the nature and extent of works carried out to date, including dates at which each stage was completed,

Works carried out to date include civil works consisting of adjustments to kerb ramps, kerb alignments and treatment of the road surface at the intersections of the Serviceways off George Street (George and Hanwell). This generally occurred in February 2016.

when it is anticipated this project will be finalised, and

Subject to the approval of the RMS and in order to minimise traffic impact during the Christmas trading period, it is planned to recommence site works in February 2017 with completion anticipated in May 2017.

whether it is assessed there are any pedestrian or vehicular safety concerns at present.

Pedestrian and vehicular movements and the associated safety at the intersections of the Serviceways off George Street have been assessed. Pedestrian safety has been improved by constructing kerb ramps to Australian Standards and providing them at grade thresholds. Some initial issues occurred with vehicle movements, however drivers appear to now generally work with the improvements. Water filled barriers were installed for several weeks to assist motorists and no complaints have been received so far. While the need for additional signage was investigated, the existing measures were found to be satisfactory and no further signage is considered necessary until full completion of the works.

Clr Hadchiti and Clr Harle returned to the Chambers at 8.47pm.

ITEM NO: CONF 04

FILE NO: 222985.2016

SUBJECT: Proposed Financial Assistance to Cafe Proprietors in Macquarie Mall Liverpool

RECOMMENDATION

That Council:

1. Proceeds with offering Financial Assistance to affected Macquarie Street Mall Outdoor dining retailers with a total budget not exceeding $100,000, in accordance with the publicly exhibited sum advertised by Council between 13 July 2016 and 10 August 2016.

2. Delegates authority to the CEO to assess applications for Financial Assistance under this program on merit, based on the following criteria:

a. Loss of revenue

b. Business hardship

c. Impact of works

d. Other

3. Report awards under this program to Council at the Ordinary Meeting scheduled for November 2016.

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.

ITEM NO: CONF 05

FILE NO: 217246.2016

SUBJECT: ST2528 - Provision of Security Services

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion: Moved: Clr Ristevski Seconded: Clr Mamone

That portions A and B of the contract be split to utilise savings and the report be brought back to the next Council meeting.

Foreshadowed motion: Moved: Clr Hadchiti Seconded: Clr Hadid

That the item be deferred until the end of the caretaker period.

On being put to the meeting the motion (moved by Clr Ristevski) was declared LOST.

Vote for: Clr Harle

Clr Mamone

Clr Ristevski

Vote against: Mayor Mannoun

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Karnib

Clr Shelton

Clr Waller

The Foreshadowed motion (moved by Clr Hadchiti) then became the motion and on being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

Vote for: Mayor Mannoun

Clr Balloot

Clr Hadchiti

Clr Hadid

Clr Karnib

Clr Mamone

Clr Shelton

Clr Waller

Vote against: Clr Harle

Clr Ristevski

RESCISSION MOTION

During the meeting a rescission motion for item CONF 06 Forensic Audit of Liverpool Services Alliance, which was dealt with earlier in this meeting (see pages 14 and 15 of these minutes) was received by Clrs Karnib, Shelton and Waller.

Motion Moved: Clr Waller Seconded: Clr Shelton

That item CONF 06 Forensic Audit of Liverpool Services Alliance, which was dealt with earlier in this meeting (see pages 14 and 15 of these minutes) be rescinded.

On being put to the meeting the Rescission Motion was declared CARRIED.

CONF 06 was then dealt with in Closed Session as shown below.

MOTION TO MOVE INTO CLOSED SESSION

Motion Moved: Clr Waller Seconded: Clr Hadchiti

That Council move into Closed Session to discuss item CONF 06 Forensic Audit of Liverpool Services Alliance.

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

Council moved into Closed Session at 9.14pm.

ITEM NO:	CONF 06
FILE NO:	227025.2016
SUBJECT:	Forensic Audit of Liverpool Services Alliance
RECOMMENDATION That Council note and receive report.
COUNCIL DECISION Motion: Moved: Clr Shelton Seconded: Clr Waller 1. Refers all reports and responses contained in business item CONF 06 to relevant government agencies (as agreed during this meeting and confirmed by memo from the Acting Chief Executive Officer), subject only to obtaining the prior consent of the authors of such reports where the Acting Chief Executive Officer determines it necessary to do so. 2. Recommends the Acting Chief Executive Officer forthwith implement recommendations 4.2.1 and 4.3.3 of the Prosperity Audit Services in addition to those which management has already indicated it will implement. 3. Directs the Acting Chief Executive Officer to otherwise provide to Councillors well prior to the next Council meeting a detailed accounting as to the progress generally in acting on the recommendations of Prosperity Audit Services. 4. Directs the Acting Chief Executive Officer to prepare and distribute for comment a draft charter for an advisory committee of Council of which all Councillors shall be members to be termed the Liverpool Service Alliance Review Committee the functions of which shall be to oversee Council’s actions resulting from or otherwise relating to the matters referred to in the reports and responses contained in business item CONF 06. 5. Provides copies of this motion and all reports referred to in business item CONF 06 to any newly elected Councillor not present today as soon as the results of the Liverpool Local Government Election scheduled for 10 September 2016 have been declared. 6. Expresses its concern regarding issues raised in the report. 7. Seek independent external legal advice on Council’s ability to terminate the Liverpool Services and Resourcing Agreement and related subsidiary agreements, Liverpool Alliance Agreement, and Deed of Guarantee and Indemnity (and all other collateral arrangements) without incurring a monetary liability for the cancellation. 8. Seek the written consent of Prosperity Audit Services to provide a copy of their report to the independent external legal counsel referred to in seven (7) above. On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED. Council moved back into open session at 9.44pm. Mayor Mannoun read out the above resolution which was dealt with in Closed Session.

ITEM NO: MAYOR 01

ITEM NO: MAYOR 02

Clr Hadchiti and Clr Harle left the Chambers at 8.46pm

Clr Hadchiti and Clr Harle returned to the Chambers at 8.47pm.