MINUTES OF THE Ordinary Meeting

HELD ON 26 June 2024

PRESENT:

Mayor Ned Mannoun

Councillor Ammoun

Councillor Goodman

Councillor Dr Green

Councillor Hadid OAM

Councillor Harle

Councillor Kaliyanda

Councillor Karnib (online)

Councillor Macnaught

Councillor Rhodes

Mr Jason Breton, Acting Chief Executive Officer

Mr Farooq Portelli, Director Corporate Support

Ms Tina Bono, Director Community & Lifestyle

Ms Lina Kakish, Director Planning & Compliance

Ms Michelle Mcilvenny, Director Customer Experience & Business Performance

Mr Shayne Mallard, Director City Futures

Mr Peter Scicluna, Acting Director Operations

Mr David Galpin, General Counsel, Manager Governance, Legal and Procurement

Mr Luke Oste, Coordinator Strategic Planning

Mr Vishwa Nadan, Chief Financial Officer

Ms M’Leigh Brunetta, Manager Civic and Executive Services 

Ms Melissa Wray, Councillor Executive and Support Officer

Ms Susan Ranieri, Coordinator Council and Executive Services

The meeting commenced at 2.05pm.

STATEMENT REGARDING WEBCASTING OF MEETING	The Mayor reminded everyone that in accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice (other than the Public Forum Section), the meeting is being livestreamed and recording was not permitted.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF COUNTRY, PRAYER OF COUNCIL AND AFFIRMATION	The prayer of the Council was read by Pastor Steve Riethmuller from Cartwright Gospel Chapel.
NATIONAL ANTHEM	The National Anthem was played at the meeting.
COUNCILLORS ATTENDING REMOTELY Clr Karnib has requested permission to attend this meeting via MS Teams.to attend the meeting via MS Teams. Motion:                                  Moved: Mayor Mannoun      Seconded: Clr Kaliyanda That Clr Karnib be granted permission to attend the meeting via MS Teams. On being put to the meeting the motion was declared CARRIED.

APOLOGIES

NIL.

CONDOLENCES

NIL.

Confirmation of Minutes

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Macnaught        Seconded: Clr Hadid

That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 29 May 2024 be confirmed as a true record of that meeting.

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

Declarations of Interest

Clr Kaliyanda declared a non-pecuniary but significant interest in the following item:

Item:          CFD 01 - Mayoral Minute: Liverpool Innovation Precinct

Reason:     The motion specifically refers to lobbying the State Government, which would                   include Clr Kaliyanda in her capacity as the local MP.  

Mayor Mannoun declared a pecuniary interest in the following item: 

Item:          PLAN 04 - Planning Proposal - 60 Gurner Avenue, Austral

Reason:     Mayor Mannoun worked as a commercial real estate agent prior to becoming a Mayor and acted as an agent concerning this lot and other surrounding lots in Austral.  

Mayor Mannoun left the Chambers for the duration of this item. 

Clr Kaliyanda declared a non-pecuniary, but significant interest in the following item:

Item:          CFD 02 – Adoption of the Draft Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational         Plan and Budget 2024-2025, Statement of Revenue Pricing Policy (Fees and   Charges) and Long-Term Financial Plan 2025-2034

Reason:     Clr Kaliyanda has recently been appointed Parliamentary Secretary for                    Emergency Services which covers SES in her role as a Member for                    Parliament. The item considers and potentially impacts the State Emergency          Services (SES) which is part of her portfolio as Parliamentary Secretary.

Clr Kaliyanda left the Chambers when she declared her interest.

Public Forum

Presentation – items not on agenda

1. Mr Michael Russell will address Council on the following item:

Casula Station Access / CPAC Solar Lighting.

An extension of time was granted to Mr Russell.

Representation – items on agenda

1. Mr Brendan Gregory addressed Council on the following item:

               Item: CFD 02 - Adoption of the Draft Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan and Budget 2024-2025, Statement of Revenue Pricing Policy (Fees and Charges) and Long-Term Financial Plan 2025-2024.

               Mayor Mannoun left the meeting at 2.26pm and Clr Macnaught, as the Deputy Mayor became the Chairperson.

2. Mr Peter Ristevski would like to address Council on the following item:

        Item: CFD 02 - Adoption of the Draft Delivery Program 2022-2026 and   Operational Plan and Budget 2024-2025, Statement of Revenue Pricing Policy          (Fees and Charges) and Long-Term Financial Plan 2025-2024.

An extension of time was granted to Mr Ristevski.

Mayor Mannoun returned to the Chambers at 2:31pm.

3. Ms Maria Kneipp addressed Council on the following item:

        Item: CFD 02 - Adoption of the Draft Delivery Program 2022-2026 and   Operational Plan and Budget 2024-2025, Statement of Revenue Pricing Policy          (Fees and Charges) and Long-Term Financial Plan 2025-2024 and access to      Rose Street

MAYORAL MINUTES

MAYOR 01 - 2024 King’s Birthday Honours. This item was dealt with later in the meeting before the confidential items.

MOTION OF URGENCY

Clr Rhodes requested the Chair consider an urgency motion with regards to item NOMR 01 - Notice of Motion of Rescission for MAYOR 01 - Staffing Matter from the 29 May 2024 Council meeting.

Clr Rhodes stated urgency on the matter as;

- It is on today’s Agenda;

- Compliance of the Code of Meeting Practice 2022 section 3 (3.11), 3 (3.12) and 3 (3.20) due to legal, strategic, policy and financial implications relating to both the NOMR 01 and MAYOR 01;

- Compliance of the Guidelines for the Appointment and Oversight of General Managers Pages 15 -17;

- Possible escalation to the Supreme Court;

- The opportunity for Council to consider the independent investigation findings; and

- Legal and due diligence.

Clr Rhodes requested to move the below motion:

That Council:

1. Withdraw item NOMR 01 from 26 June 2024 Council meeting to enable the Acting CEO time to consider the legality of item MAYOR 01 from 29 May 2024 Council meeting as a motion;

2. Directs the Acting CEO to confirm Council’s obligations under Liverpool Council Code of Meeting Practice 2022 section 3 (3.11), 3 (3.12) and 3 (3.20);

3. Consider the recently supplied findings from the independent investigation into the same matter;

4. Consider the findings from the OLG investigation when they are made available;

5. Consider Council’s obligations in accordance with the Guidelines for the Appointment and Oversight of General Managers Pages 15 -17; and

6. Direct  the A/CEO to provide a report back to the July Council meeting that confirms Council has met all of its legal obligations that substantiates Mayor 1 as a legal motion that enables Council to be fully informed in order to consider the rescission motion (NOMR 01).

In accordance with Clause 9.3 of Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Mayor Mannoun ruled the above matter as not urgent and stated that it should be dealt with as part of the Notice of Motion of Rescission (NOMR 01) as an alternate motion.

Due to the Mayor’s ruling the motion above was not voted on.

recess

Mayor Mannoun called a recess of meeting at 2.51pm.

RESUMPTION OF MEETING

The Mayor resumed the meeting in open Council at 3.03pm with all Councillors present.

CLOSED SESSION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Macnaught        Seconded: Clr Goodman

That Council move into Closed Session to deal with NOMR 01 – Notice of Motion of Rescission for MAYOR 01 – Staffing Matter from the 29 May 2024 Council meeting pursuant to the provisions of s10A(2)(a) because it contains personal matters concerning particular individuals (other than councillors);

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

RECESS

Mayor Mannoun called a recess of meeting at 3.18pm to allow staff and the gallery to leave the Chambers.

CLOSED SESSION

The meeting resumed in Closed Session at 3.23pm.

Notices of Motion Of Rescission

ITEM NO:       NOMR 01

FILE NO:        182916.2024

SUBJECT:     Notice of Motion of Rescission for MAYOR 01 - Staffing Matter from the 29 May 2024 Council meeting

NOTICE OF MOTION OF RESCISSION

(submitted by Clrs Green, Kaliyanda, Harle and Rhodes)

We the undersigned move a rescission motion to rescind the resolution relating to item MAYOR 01 – Staffing Matter that was passed at the Ordinary Council meeting held on Wednesday 29 May 2024 (as shown below).

That Council:

1. Pursuant to clause 10.4 of the Employment Contract, the Council terminate the employment of John Ajaka as Chief Executive Officer of the Council without notice and with immediate effect.

2. That Council writes to John Ajaka informing him of the Council’s decision and issues him with the attached letter without delay.

Should the rescission motion be ADOPTED we give notice that it is our intention to move the following motion:

That Council:

1. Uphold the principles of due process and procedural fairness in relation to the independent investigation of matters raised on April 24 Council meeting via Confidential Mayoral Minute 01.

2. Take no further action until the final report is received and tabled to Council.

Signed:

Clr Dr Betty Green

Clr Charishma Kaliyanda

Clr Peter Harle

Clr Karress Rhodes

*Please note: Mayoral Minute – Staffing Matter, resolution item 3 was not detailed in the ‘Motion to Rescind Resolution’ however is detailed below for reference only.

3. Mr Jason Breton continue as acting Chief Executive Officer in higher duties for up to 12 months.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Rhodes               Seconded: Clr Kaliyanda

That Council rescind item MAYOR 01 – Staffing Matter that was passed at the Ordinary Council Meeting held on Wednesday 29 May 2024.

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

Division:

Vote for:             Clr Green, Clr Harle, Clr Kaliyanda, Clr Karnib and Clr Rhodes

Vote against:     Mayor Mannoun, Clr Ammoun, Clr Goodman, Clr Hadid and Clr                                       Macnaught

The motion was lost on the Mayor’s casting vote.

Note: Clr Karnib was observed to have a person within his room while online and was requested that this was noted in the minutes.

Mayor Mannoun called a recess of meeting at 4.13pm.

OPEN SESSION

Council moved back into Open Session at 4.23pm with all Councillors present.

Mayor Mannoun advised that the Rescission Motion, which was dealt with in Closed Session was LOST and the resolution for item MAYOR 01 – Staffing Matter from 29 May 2024 Council meeting stands.

BRING ITEM FORWARD

Motion:                                  Moved: Mayor Mannoun      Seconded: Clr Macnaught

That CFD 02 - Adoption of the Draft Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan and Budget 2024-2025, Statement of Revenue Pricing Policy (Fees and Charges) and Long-Term Financial Plan 2025-2034 be brought forward and dealt with now.

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

ITEM NO:       CFD 02  – addendum book 4

FILE NO:        183684.2024

SUBJECT:     Adoption of the Draft Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan and Budget 2024-2025, Statement of Revenue Pricing Policy (Fees and Charges) and Long-Term Financial Plan 2025-2034

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Mayor Mannoun      Seconded: Clr Macnaught

That Council:

1. Notes submissions received during the public exhibition period;

2. Approve internal submissions including the redistribution of funding for the Building Capital Works Program as tabled in Attachment No.4 and additional funding to deliver three (3) Council initiatives as tabled in the report;

3. Authorise the amendment to the draft Statement of Revenue and Pricing Policy (Fees and Charges) as tabled for the fees chargeable under the Section 10.7 Planning Certificates and Private Certifier Registration of Certificates fees, for CPI as legislated in the Environment & Planning Regulation 2021;

4. Adopt the Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan 2024-2025 including Statement of Revenue Pricing Policy (Fees and Charges) and Long-Term Financial Plan 2025-2034 incorporating the amendments outlined in this report;

5. Allocate a sum of $620,000 for the suburb of Austral to deliver safety measures including temporary roundabouts, signage to the following intersections, but not limited to:

(a) Fourth & Fifth Ave

(b) Fourth & Sixth Ave

(c) Fourth & Eleventh Ave

(d) Edmondson & Tenth Ave

(e) Edmondson & Eleventh Ave

(f) Fifteenth & Craik Ave

(g) Fifteenth & Twenty Eighth Ave

(h) Fifteenth & Twenty Second Ave

6. Design and deliver traffic calming devices and relevant signage at, but not limited to, the following intersections leading into Fourth Avenue:

(a) Haybale St

(b) Seventh Ave (Western Side)

(c) Broadacre St

(d) Eighth Ave

(e) Ninth Ave

(f) Tenth Ave

(g) Twelfth Ave

(h) Thirteenth Ave

(i) Fourteenth Ave

7. Design and deliver traffic calming devices and relevant signage at, but not limited to, the following intersections leading into Edmondson Avenue

(a) Fifth Ave

(b) Sixth Ave

(c) Seventh Ave

(d) Eighth Ave

(e) Ninth Ave

(f) Twelfth Ave

(g) Thirteenth Ave

(h) Fourteenth Ave

8. Seek the endorsement of the Liverpool Local Traffic Committee;

9. Give special consideration of temporary traffic lights on Fifteenth Avenue and Craik Avenue;

10. Allocate a sum of $250,000 for the tourism ecosystem including, but not limited to, web, electronic direct mail (EDM), social, print including Sari Street;

11. Allocate a sum of $100,000 for public art in Bigge Park;

12. Allocate a sum of $250,000 for a pump track at Lieutenant Cantello Reserve;

13. Allocate a sum of $1,000,000 for women’s change rooms and general change rooms improvements for our sporting facilities to be divided over twenty different facilities;  

14. Allocate a sum of $50,000 for South Park Charlton Avenue for funding of a pavilion and awning upgrade; and

15. Increase civic program budget by $100,000 to deliver the following events; Gift of Time, Civic reception, ‘Building the new Liverpool’ and for park openings/capital works.

During discussion of this item Clr Kaliyanda declared a non-pecuniary but significant interest.

Clr Kaliyanda stated that she has a declaration of interest as one of the properties mentioned in the budget houses the SES.  Clr Kaliyanda has recently been appointed Parliamentary Secretary for Emergency Services which covers SES in her role as a Member for Parliament. Councillor Kaliyanda stated that she will withdraw from further discussion and voting on this item as it will impact the SES and conflicts with her role as Parliamentary Secretary.

Clr Kaliyanda left the Chambers at 4.49pm.

Clr Hadid left the Chambers at 5:02pm.

Clr Hadid returned to the Chambers at 5:06pm.

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

Vote for:           Mayor Mannoun, Clr Ammoun, Clr Goodman, Clr Hadid, Clr Macnaught and Clr Rhodes.

Vote against:   Clr Harle and Clr Karnib and Clr Green

Note: Clr Kaliyanda was not in the Chambers when this item was voted on.

Clr Kaliyanda returned to the Chambers at 5.23pm.

Planning & Compliance Reports

ITEM NO:       PLAN 01

FILE NO:        438902.2023

SUBJECT:     Post Exhibition Report - Amendments to Liverpool Development Control Plan 2008 - Family Friendly Apartments and Apartment Design Guide Update

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Macnaught         Seconded: Clr Rhodes

That Council:

1. Receives and notes this Report.

2. Endorses the amendments to Part 3.7 Residential Flat Buildings (Outside Liverpool City Centre) and Part 4 (Development in Liverpool City Centre) of the Liverpool Development Control Plan 2008 as detailed in Attachments 4 and 6 of this Report; and

3. Delegates authority to the CEO (or delegate) to make minor or typographical changes to the DCP prior to publication on Council’s website. That the recommendation be adopted.

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

Councillors voted unanimously for this motion.

ITEM NO:       PLAN 02

FILE NO:        374767.2023

SUBJECT:     Report back - Parking Enforcement Policy

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Mayor Mannoun      Seconded: Clr Ammoun

That Council:

1. Endorse the modified ‘Parking Enforcement Policy’ (Attachment 1).

2. Note that locations within the Liverpool Local Government Area (LGA) with rolled kerbing do not qualify for a parking permit system in accordance with the TfNSW Permit Scheme Guidelines.

3. Modify the diagram contained within the Parking Enforcement Policy as follows to reduce ambiguity;

3.1    Indicate that the rules apply in the same way where the side of the street has     no footpath;

3.2    Indicate that a vehicle cannot park fully on the nature strip even if the footpath        is not being blocked; and

3.3    Indicate that a vehicle will still be able to legally park fully on the road.

4. Direct the Acting CEO to conduct a mailout to all the households notifying residents of the changes and to be funded from General Funds

5. Allow for a template signage for residents asking for people not to park on the lawn.

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

Mayor Mannoun left the Chambers at 5:34pm and Clr Macnaught, as the Deputy Mayor, became the Chairperson.

ITEM NO:       PLAN 03

FILE NO:        172212.2024

SUBJECT:     Adoption of the IPART reviewed Liverpool Contributions Plan 2021 - East Leppington

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Rhodes               Seconded: Clr Ammoun

That Council:

1. Adopts the IPART-reviewed Liverpool Contributions Plan 2021 – East Leppington as provided in Attachment 3.

2. Notes that the adoption of the Liverpool Contributions Plan 2021 – East Leppington repeals the Liverpool Contributions Plan 2014 – East Leppington in accordance with Clause 215(2)(a) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021.

3. Provides public notification of the decision to adopt the IPART-reviewed Liverpool Contributions Plan 2021 – East Leppington and repeal the Liverpool Contributions Plan 2014 – East Leppington on Council’s website for a period of 14 days.

4. Publishes the IPART-reviewed Liverpool Contributions Plan 2021 – East Leppington on Council’s website following completion of the 14-day public notification period for the Plan to take effect.

5. Acknowledges the IPART recommendation to regularly review all works costs in the Liverpool Contributions Plan 2021 – East Leppington as plan implementation progresses.

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

Councillors voted unanimously for this motion.

Note: Mayor Mannoun was not in the chambers when this item was voted on.

ITEM NO:       PLAN 04

FILE NO:        176172.2024

SUBJECT:     Planning Proposal - 60 Gurner Avenue, Austral

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                   Seconded: Clr Ammoun

That Council:

1. Notes the advice of the Liverpool Local Planning Panel.

2.   Endorses in principle the Planning Proposal request to amend the State Environmental Planning Policy (Precincts—Western Parkland City) 2021 as follows in relation to the site known as 60 Gurner Avenue, Austral (Lot 3 DP 1243352):

a)   Amend the zone from SP2 Educational Establishment to R2 Low Density Residential;

b)   Amend the Land Reservation Acquisition Map by removing the yellow colouring and Educational Establishment notation;

c)   Amend the ‘Height of Buildings Map’ from 12 metres to 9 metres; and

d)   Amend the minimum dwelling density from 25 to 15 dwellings per hectare.

3.   Forwards the Planning Proposal to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), pursuant to Section 3.33 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 seeking Gateway determination.

4.   Subject to a Gateway determination, undertakes public exhibition and community consultation in accordance with the conditions of the Gateway determination and the Liverpool Community Participation Plan 2022.

5.   Receives a further Report on the outcomes of the public exhibition period.

6.   Delegates to the CEO (or delegate) to amend the draft Planning Proposal and attachments for any typographical and other minor errors / amendments if required.

7. Write to the Minister for Education, Ms Prue Car, reaffirming Council’s commitment  to public education.

8. Work with School Infrastructure NSW to ensure that parents in that area are given the choice to send their children to a public school and enquire what land areas that they will acquire to achieve this.  

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

Councillors voted unanimously for this motion.

Community & Lifestyle Reports

ITEM NO:       COM 01

FILE NO:        168442.2024

SUBJECT:     Grants Donations and Community Sponsorship Report

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Green                  Seconded: Clr Hadid

That Council:

1. Endorses the funding recommendation of $19,300 (GST exclusive) under the Community Grant Program for the following projects:

Applicant	Project	Recommended
Liverpool Genealogy Society Inc	Improved resource storage	$10,000
Sydney School of Entrepreneurship Limited	Invest In Yourself - Exploring Money and Self-Employment Program	$9,300

2. Endorses the funding recommendation of $11,300 (GST exclusive) under the Matching Grants Program for the following project:

Applicant	Project	Recommended
Sumer Association for culture and Arts Inc	Sound of Terra 2024	$11,300

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

Corporate Support Reports

ITEM NO:       CORP 01

FILE NO:        043407.2024

SUBJECT:     Privacy Management Plan

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Green                  Seconded: Clr Harle

That Council:

1. Agree that the proposed changes to Council’s Privacy Policy be placed on public exhibition for a period of not less than 28 days.

2. Endorse the Data Breach Policy and agree that it be placed on public exhibition for a period of not less than 28 days.

3. Agree that Council’s Chief Executive Officer or delegate may finalise the Privacy Policy and Data Breach Policy if no representations are received during public exhibition and to make non-significant amendments to the policies.

4. Require a further report to Council in relation to any representations received during public exhibition of the Privacy Policy and Data Breach Policy.

5. Note that Council’s Data Breach Response Plan will be made by Council’s Chief Executive Officer under delegated authority.

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

ITEM NO:       CORP 02

FILE NO:        178358.2024

SUBJECT:     Local Government Remuneration Tribunal 2023

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Green                  Seconded: Clr Harle

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the Annual Determination;

2. Agrees to set the fees payable to the Mayor and Councillors for the period 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025 to an amount equal to the maximum allowable under the Annual Determination as set out in the body of the report.

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

ITEM NO:       CORP 03

FILE NO:        187525.2024

SUBJECT:     Investment Report May 2024

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Rhodes               Seconded: Clr Harle

That the Council receives and notes this report.

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

Customer Experience & Business Performance Reports

ITEM NO:       CEBP 01

FILE NO:        189259.2024

SUBJECT:     Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Charter

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Rhodes               Seconded: Clr Goodman

That:

1. Council adopts the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Charter;

2.    Council determines a “non-voting” Councillor member be included on the ARIC membership; and

3. Councillor Rhodes be the ‘non-voting member” until the 14 September 2024 Local Government Election.

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

City Futures Reports

ITEM NO:       CFD 01

FILE NO:        051966.2024

SUBJECT:     Mayoral Minute: Liverpool Innovation Precinct

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Macnaught         Seconded: Clr Green

That Council defer this matter to a future Governance Committee meeting for further discussion

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

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Green                  Seconded: Clr Goodman

That the Committees be moved as a whole.

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

Committee Reports

ITEM NO:       CTTE 01

FILE NO:        163513.2024

SUBJECT:     Minutes of Intermodal Precinct Committee Meeting 08 April 2024

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                   Seconded: Clr Goodman

That Council receives and notes the Minutes of the Moorebank Intermodal Committee Meeting held on 08 April 2024.

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

ITEM NO:       CTTE 02

FILE NO:        186813.2024

SUBJECT:     Minutes of the Liverpool Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 15 May 2024

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                   Seconded: Clr Goodman

That Council adopts the following Committee recommendations:

Item 1 -    Wonga Road, in front of St Francis Xavier Primary School, Lurnea - Request for Raised Marked Pedestrian Crossing

Approves installation of a raised marked pedestrian crossing across the section of Wonga Road in front of St Francis Xavier Primary School as shown in the Attachment Booklet.

Item 2 –   Sanderling Street, Hinchinbrook – Request for Traffic Calming Device

Council to investigate options for installation of either chicanes or asphaltic concrete speed humps at the proposed locations and present a design layout, with cost estimates and prioritisation, to the July 2024 Meeting.

Item 3 –   Bardia Parade and Village Way intersection, Holsworthy – Proposed Roundabout

·    Approves in-principle installation of a roundabout at the Bardia Parade and Village Way intersection, Holsworthy, as shown in the Attachment Booklet.

·    Detailed design is to be submitted to TfNSW for their review prior to installation.

Item 4 – Craik Avenue and Sixteenth Avenue intersection, Austral – Proposed Roundabout

·    Approves installation of a roundabout at the intersection of Craik Avenue and Sixteenth Avenue intersection, as shown in the Attachment Booklet.

·    A copy of the detailed design is to be submitted to TfNSW for their review prior to installation.

Item 5 – Mill Road and Nagle Street, Liverpool - Proposed Intersection Treatment

·    Installation of interim treatment involving:

o   Replacement of the existing Give-Way control across Nagle Street approaches with Stop Control.

o   Increase parking restriction along the Mill Road approaches from 10m to 15m.

o   Installation of edge lines along the Mill Road approaches, as shown in the Attachment Booklet.

·    Detailed design of a single lane roundabout is to ensure appropriate height and the existing intersection on Mill Road to be repaired. The design is to be submitted to a future meeting.

Item 6 -    Muir Road, Edmondson Park – Request for Speed Humps

Approves installation of an asphalt speed humps across the section of the street at the common property boundary in front of House Nos. 29/31.

Item 7 –   Minor Traffic Facilities Applications in the Local Government Area 

·    Approves Installation of a Bus Zone in front of the 307 Wilson Road, Green Valley

·    Approves Relocation of a Bus Zone from in front of House No. 95 to House No. 93 in Ingham Drive, Casula

·    Council to notify the affected residents, prior to installations.

Item 8 –   Ascot Drive, Chipping Norton - Request for Traffic Calming Device

Council to investigate options for installation of either chicanes or concrete raised thresholds (accommodating bus movements) in front of House Nos. 41/50 and present a layout, with cost estimates and prioritisation, to the July 2024 Meeting.

Item 9 – Items Approved Under Delegated Authority

Notes the above Delegated Authority applications approved by the NSW Police Force and TfNSW representatives between April 2024 and May 2024. 

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

ITEM NO:       CTTE 03

FILE NO:        187530.2024

SUBJECT:     Minutes of the Tourism and CBD Committee held 23 April 2024

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                   Seconded: Clr Goodman

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the Minutes of the Tourism and CBD Committee Meeting held on 23 April 2024.

2. Endorse the recommendations in the Minutes.

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

ITEM NO:       CTTE 04

FILE NO:        189349.2024

SUBJECT:     Minutes of the Governance Committee meeting held on 11 June 2024

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Harle                   Seconded: Clr Goodman

That Council:

1. Receives and notes the Minutes of the Governance Committee meeting held on 11 June 2024; and

2. Endorse the recommendations in the Minutes.

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

Presentations by Councillors

Nil.

Notices of Motion

ITEM NO:       NOM 01

FILE NO:        193648.2024

SUBJECT:     Elected Official Training and Development Plan

BACKGROUND

The Local Government Elections are to be held on the 14 September 2023.

As Elected Officials we understand the importance of knowledge, training and understanding of Government Legislation, Regulations Policies and Procedures that provide the framework for well informed decision making, vision and strategy that benefit our City growth and local community.

It is anticipated that several current serving Councillors will retire, and several first-time candidates may be elected in the upcoming elections.

To ensure preparation of Councillors, and the continuation of sound decision making, it is imperative that suitable training and development is provided to Councillors within the Council Orientation and Development Plan, once elected and throughout the Council term.

As legislation, policies and procedures continue to evolve it is important that all elected officials continue development and training, regardless of their current term length, to ensure compliance, growth, and to support our role to serve our local communities.

This motion will ensure the incorporation of OLG induction course ‘Hit the Ground Running’ (or comparative orientation course name) in Councils Elected Officials Orientation/Term Training and Development Plan within the first 6 months of being elected and/or re-elected.

This motion supports good Governance of Liverpool Council now and into the future.

NOTICE OF MOTION (submitted by Clr Rhodes)

That Council:

1.   Incorporates in the Councillor Orientation/Term Training and Development Plan that all Elected Officials (Mayor and Councillors) must attend the Office of Local Government induction course, currently named ‘Hit the Ground Running’ or comparative course available and

a.    Enrolment to be within the first 6 months of being elected to Council.

b.    Must be attended by all elected officials, Mayor and Councillors, including first time, re-elected, and/or regardless of any previous time already served.

2.   Associated course costs be incorporated into the existing Councillor Orientation/Term Training and Development Plan operational budget.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Rhodes               Seconded: Clr Hadid

That the recommendation be adopted.

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

ITEM NO:       NOM 02

FILE NO:        198382.2024

SUBJECT:     Funding for Community Café Christmas Celebration 2023

BACKGROUND

The Community Café in Sadleir provides vital support to Liverpool community members through the provision of free and low-cost meals, groceries, and other essential items. Serving more than 200 people every day and engaging local community volunteers to deliver a community pantry six days a week, Community Café Inc not only provides essential items, but also a place for locals to gather, connect and engage with one another and with community services.

In December 2023, the Community Café hosted a Christmas themed event to encourage community connections and bring joy to the Liverpool community. To deliver the event, Community Café partnered with local providers such as Bunnings, Woolworths, Australia Post and local vendors to deliver a free bbq, kids activities and gifts for up to 1000 local residents.

The Community Café approached Council for sponsorship of this event in November 2023 however; in the hectic time of planning and delivering their event, alongside continuing their day-to-day operations; were unable to finalise the application in time to be considered for community sponsorship under the Grants, Donations and Community Sponsorship Policy. To support the Community Café to recoup the funds expended from delivering this event, I propose a motion to provide $10,000 from Council’s General Reserve to Community Café Inc as a gesture of goodwill and to acknowledge the vital service Community Café provides to the residents of Liverpool.

Council staff will work with Kirsty Parkes from Community Café Inc to support future grant applications for this and other Community Café initiatives through the Grants, Donations and Community Sponsorship Program.

NOTICE OF MOTION (submitted by Clr Ammoun)

That Council provide $10,000 from Council’s General Reserve to Community Café Inc to support their delivery of their Christmas Celebration in 2023.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Ammoun            Seconded: Clr Goodman

That the recommendation be adopted.

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

Clr Mannoun returned to the Chambers at 5:49pm and resumed as the Chairperson.

MOVED AS A WHOLE

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadid                 Seconded: Clr Green

That CONF 01 - Extension of Current Recycling Contract, CONF 02 - Voyager Point Footbridge and CONF 03 - Legal Affairs Report be moved as  a whole

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

Councillors voted unanimously for this motion. 

MOTION OF URGENCY

Prior to dealing with the Confidential items, Clr Kaliyanda raised a Motion of Urgency relating to Liverpool City Council’s former Mayor, Ms Wendy Waller, receiving an OAM at the recent King’s Birthday Honours, which was received after the Notice of Motion deadline.

In accordance with Clause 9.3 of Council’s Code of Meeting Practice, Mayor Mannoun ruled the above matter as not urgent due to not meeting the Urgency requirement as it could be tabled at the next meeting, however advised that a Mayoral Minute has been completed on this matter and could be tabled immediately.

Clr Kaliyanda withdrew the urgency motion and the Mayoral Minute was tabled.

Mayoral Minute

ITEM:                                     MAYOR 01

SUBJECT:                            2024 King’s Birthday Honours

REPORT OF:                        Mayor Ned Mannoun

DATE:                                   26 June 2024

The King’s Birthday Honours recognises and celebrates those who make a difference, and those who achieve their best and those who serve others.

On behalf of Liverpool City Council, I would like to extend congratulations to the following members of our community who were honoured in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours:

· Ms Wendy Jean Waller, former Mayor of Liverpool City Council, was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for her service to local government, and to the community of Liverpool.

· Mr Paul Howard Warren, awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for his service to the community of South West Sydney.

· Ms Sonia Marshall, current CEO South West Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD), was awarded a Public Service Medal (PSM) for her services to South-West Sydney during COVID.

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Motion: Mayor Mannoun

That Council:

· Extend a letter of congratulations to the City of Liverpool recipients who were honoured in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours.

· Host a Civic Reception/engagement to honour recipients fund from the Civic Program budget.  

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

Councillors voted unanimously for this motion.

Confidential Items

ITEM NO:       CONF 01

FILE NO:        182213.2024

SUBJECT:     Extension of Current Recycling Contract

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadid                 Seconded: Clr Green

That Council:

1. Agree to extend the Recyclable Material Acceptance and Processing Services Agreement (ST2953) with Visy Paper Pty Ltd by 3 years commencing from 1 July 2024 (the Contract).

2. Agree pursuant to section 55(3)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993 that a satisfactory result would not be achieved by inviting tenders for the Contract for the following reasons:

(a) Council needs to have an arrangement in place for recyclables processing services from 1 July 2024, failing which it may not have reliable access to a facility and will be exposed to payment of higher gate rates.

(b) Council’s market analysis shows there is currently an absence of meaningful competition to meet Council’s requirements, as further described in the report.

(c) Inviting tenders will add an estimated three to six months to the timeframe for putting in place a new agreement and is likely to require direct negotiation in any event.

3. Authorise Council’s Chief Executive Officer, or delegate, to take all necessary steps to give effect to these resolutions, including conducting any necessary negotiations and executing any required documents.

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

ITEM NO:       CONF 02

FILE NO:        186705.2024

SUBJECT:     Voyager Point Footbridge

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadid                 Seconded: Clr Green

That Council:

1. Delegates authority to the Chief Executive Officer, after receiving legal advice, to settle Council’s dispute with Canterbury Bankstown on the basis set out in the body of the report.

2. Agrees that General Counsel may execute all documents necessary to give effect to this resolution and any settlement authorised by the Chief Executive Officer.

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

ITEM NO:       CONF 03

FILE NO:        187481.2024

SUBJECT:     Legal Affairs Report

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Clr Hadid                  Seconded: Clr Green

That Council receives and notes the report.

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

ITEM NO:       CONF 04

FILE NO:        197927.2024

SUBJECT:     Liverpool Local Planning Panel (LLPP) - Engagement of Additional Independent Experts and Alternate Members

COUNCIL DECISION

Motion:                                  Moved: Mayor Mannoun      Seconded: Clr Macnaught

That this item be deferred for staff to advise whether this is in line with previous Council resolutions regarding whether it was a decision of the Councillors or CEO.

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

Councillors voted unanimously for this matter.

THE MEETING CLOSED AT 6.00pm.

<Signature>

Name: Ned Mannoun

Title:    Mayor

Date:    24 July 2024

I have authorised a stamp bearing my signature to be affixed to the pages of the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on  26 June 2024. I confirm that Council has adopted these Minutes as a true and accurate record of the meeting.