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MINUTES OF COUNCIL ORDINARY MEETING

13 SEPTEMBER 2016

Held in the Council Chambers, Administration Building

The meeting commenced at 9.03 am

ATTENDANCE AT COMMENCEMENT

Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor), Morrison, Tully (Deputy Mayor), Silver, Stoneman, Wendt, Bromage, Antoniolli, C Pisasale, Ireland and Pahlke

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Councillor Silver

OPENING PRAYER Councillor Silver

APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Nil

CONDOLENCE MOTIONS

BENJAMIN MAAKA LUCAS

Moved by Councillor P Pisasale (Mayor): That Council convey condolences, on behalf of the citizens of the City of Ipswich, to the family of the late Benjamin Maaka Lucas who passed away on 13 August 2016. Seconded by Councillor Silver.

ANTHONY JOHN YOUREN

Moved by Councillor P Pisasale (Mayor): That Council convey condolences, on behalf of the citizens of the City of Ipswich, to the family of the late Anthony John Youren who passed away on 15 August 2016. Seconded by Councillor Bromage.

EILEEN SPARKSMAN Moved by Councillor P Pisasale (Mayor): That Council convey condolences, on behalf of the citizens of the City of Ipswich, to the family of the late Eileen Sparksman (Sparky) who passed away on 18 August 2016. Seconded by Councillor Ireland.

The motion was put and carried with one minutes silence observed to mark the passing of Benjamin Lucas, Anthony Youren and Eileen Sparksman.

MINUTES OF ORDINARY MEETING 13 SEPTEMBER 2016

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PETITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS

IPSWICH HOSPITAL FOUNDATION

Framed certificate of appreciation to Ipswich City Council for supporting the Ipswich Park to Park event.

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND

Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Southern Queensland and Ipswich City Council outlining areas of possible cooperation.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF ORDINARY MEETING

Moved by Councillor C Pisasale: That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 17 August 2016 be confirmed. Seconded by Councillor Ireland. The motion was put and carried.

RECEPTION AND CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS

LIBRARY AND YOUTH AND SENIORS COMMITTEE

Moved by Councillor Pahlke: That the Library and Youth and Seniors Committee Report No. 2016(06) of 5 September 2016 be received and adopted. Seconded by Councillor Wendt.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST ITEM 2 Councillor Silver

In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Silver informed the meeting that she has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 2. The nature of the interest is that Councillor Silver is a former Treasurer and member of the Riverview Neighbourhood House Association. Councillor Silver came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict, she can properly participate in the discussion of the matter and vote in the public interest.

Councillor Silver and the majority of Councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation.

The motion was put and carried.

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ARTS AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Moved by Councillor C Pisasale: That the Arts and Social Development Committee Report No. 2016(06) of 5 September 2016 be received and adopted with the exception of Item 2. Seconded by Councillor Wendt.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST ITEM 3 Councillors Silver and Pahlke

In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillors Silver and Pahlke informed the meeting that they have, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 3. The nature of Councillor Silver’s interest is that she is a former Treasurer and member of the Riverview Neighbourhood House Association. The nature of Councillor Pahlke’s interest is that he is a long-term member of the Rosewood Lions Club. Councillors Silver and Pahlke came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict, they can properly participate in the discussion of the matter and vote in the public interest. Councillors Silver, Pahlke and the majority of Councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation. The motion was put and carried. Moved by Councillor C Pisasale: That Item 2 in the Arts and Social Development Committee Report No. 2016(06) of 5 September 2016 be received and adopted. Seconded by Councillor Wendt.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST ITEM 2 Councillors Bromage and P Pisasale (Mayor)

In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillors Bromage and P Pisasale (Mayor) informed the meeting that they have, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 2. The nature of Councillor Bromage’s interest is that she is Chairperson of the Brassall Christmas in the Park Committee. The nature of Councillor P Pisasale’s interest is that he is a supporter and sponsor of the Brassall Christmas in the Park event. Councillor Bromage came to the conclusion that because of the nature of the perceived conflict, she will exclude herself from the meeting while the item was being discussed and voted on.


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At 9.23 am Councillor Bromage left the Council Chambers (including any area set aside for the public) and stayed out of the Council Chambers while the item was being discussed and voted on. Councillor P Pisasale (Mayor) came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict, he can properly participate in the discussion of the matter and vote in the public interest

Councillor P Pisasale (Mayor) and the majority of Councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation. Councillor Bromage did not take part in the vote on this matter.


At 9.25 am Councillor Bromage returned to the Council Chambers.

CITY INFRASTRUCTURE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Moved by Councillor Bromage: That the City Infrastructure and Emergency Management Committee Report No. 2016(06) of 5 September 2016 be received and adopted. Seconded by Councillor Stoneman.


CITY WORKS, PARKS, SPORT AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE

Moved by Councillor Morrison: That the City Works, Parks, Sport and Environment Committee Report No. 2016(06) of 5 September 2016 be received and adopted.

Seconded by Councillor Ireland.

Moved by Councillor Antoniolli: That the title of Item 3 be amended by the deletion of the words “division 8” and the inclusion of the words “divisions 7 and 8”. The mover and seconder of the original motion accepted the incorporation of the proposed amendment in the original motion. Moved by Councillor Morrison: That Recommendation B in Item 7 be amended by deleting the word “fireworks” after the word “flares”. The seconder of the original motion accepted the incorporation of the proposed amendment in the original motion.


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The original motions with the incorporated amendments were put and carried.

HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE

Moved by Councillor Ireland: That the Health and Community Safety Committee Report No. 2016(06) of 6 September 2016 be received and adopted. Seconded by Councillor Pahlke.


PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE COMMITTEE

Moved by Councillor Antoniolli: That the Planning, Development and Heritage Committee Report No. 2016(06) of 6 September 2016 be received and adopted. Seconded by Councillor Bromage.


ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND DIGITAL CITY COMMITTEE

Moved by Councillor P Pisasale (Mayor): That the Economic Development, Tourism and Digital City Committee Report No. 2016(06) of 6 September 2016 be received and adopted. Seconded by Councillor Wendt.


CITY MANAGEMENT, FINANCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Moved by Councillor Tully (Deputy Mayor):

That the City Management, Finance and Community Engagement Committee Report No. 2016(06) of 6 September 2016 be received and adopted subject to the words “as amended” being added to the end of the recommendation for Item 2 “Report – City Management, Finance and Community Engagement Board No. 2016(07) of 6 September 2016” and subject to the inclusion of Item 5 as follows: 5. REPORT – AUDIT COMMITTEE NO. 2016(03) OF 7 SEPTEMBER

2016 With reference to the report of the Audit Committee No.

2016(03) of 7 September 2016. RECOMMENDATION

That the report of the Audit Committee No. 2016(03) of 7

September 2016 be received, the contents noted and the recommendations contained therein be adopted.


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Seconded by Councillor Silver.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST ITEM 3 WITHIN ITEM 2 ITEM 11 WITHIN ITEM 2 Councillor Antoniolli

In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Antoniolli informed the meeting that he has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Items 3 and 11 within Item 2. The nature of the interest in relation to Item 3 within Item 2 is that Councillor Antoniolli is Council’s appointed Director of Ipswich Events Corporation. The nature of the interest in relation to Item 11 within Item 2 is that Councillor Antoniolli is a Director of Ipswich City Properties Pty Ltd. Councillor Antoniolli came to the conclusion that because of the nature of the perceived conflict in relation to Item 3 within Item 2, he will exclude himself from the meeting while this matter is debated and the vote is taken.

At 9.46 am Councillor Antoniolli left the Council Chambers (including any area set aside for the public) and stayed out of the Council Chambers while the item was being discussed and voted on.

The majority of councillors entitled to vote, voted for the

recommendation. Councillor Antoniolli did not take part in the vote on this matter. The motion was put and carried.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST ITEM 10 WITHIN ITEM 2 Councillors Tully (Deputy Mayor), Morrison, Wendt and P Pisasale (Mayor)

In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillors Tully (Deputy Mayor), Morrison, Wendt and P Pisasale (Mayor) informed the meeting that they have, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 10 within Item 2. The nature of Councillor Tully (Deputy Mayor), Morrison and P Pisasale’s (Mayor) interest is that they are Directors of Ipswich Motorsport Precinct Pty Ltd. The nature of Councillor Wendt’s interest is that he is the Shareholders’ Representative for Ipswich Motorsport Precinct Pty Ltd. Councillors Tully (Deputy Mayor), Morrison, Wendt and P Pisasale (Mayor) came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict, they can properly participate in the discussion of the matter and vote in the public interest.

DECLARATION FOR NOTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Jim Lindsay informed the Council that in relation to Item 10 within Item 2 he is a Director of Ipswich Motorsport Precinct Pty Ltd. The matter was declared for noting only.


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Councillors Tully (Deputy Mayor), Morrison, Wendt and P Pisasale (Mayor) and the majority of councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation.


CONFLICT OF INTEREST ITEM 11 WITHIN ITEM 2 Councillors Tully (Deputy Mayor), Wendt and P Pisasale (Mayor)

In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillors Tully (Deputy Mayor), Wendt and P Pisasale (Mayor) informed the meeting that they have, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 11 within Item 2. The nature of Councillor Tully (Deputy Mayor) and P Pisasale’s (Mayor) interest is that they are Directors of Ipswich City Properties Pty Ltd. The nature of Councillor Wendt’s interest is that he is the Shareholders’ Representative for Ipswich City Properties Pty Ltd. Councillors Tully (Deputy Mayor), Wendt and P Pisasale (Mayor) came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict, they can properly participate in the discussion of the matter and vote in the public interest.

DECLARATION FOR NOTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Jim Lindsay informed the Council that in relation to Item 11 within Item 2 he is a Director of Ipswich City Properties Pty Ltd. The matter was declared for noting only.

Councillors Tully (Deputy Mayor), P Pisasale (Mayor), Wendt and the majority of Councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation. The motion was put and carried.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST ITEM 4 Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor) and Bromage

In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor) and Bromage informed the meeting that they have, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 4. The nature of Councillor Bromage’s interest is that she is a member of the Rotary Club of Ipswich City. The nature of Councillor P Pisasale’s (Mayor) interest is that he is President of the Rotary Club of Ipswich City. Councillors Bromage and P Pisasale (Mayor) came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict they can properly participate in the discussion of the matter and vote in the public interest. Councillors Bromage, P Pisasale (Mayor) and the majority of councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation.


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The motion was put and carried. At 9.54 am Councillor Antoniolli returned to the Council Chambers.

MEETING CLOSED

The meeting closed at 10.00 am.

“These minutes are subject to confirmation at the next scheduled Council Ordinary Meeting”

CITY WORKS, PARKS, SPORT AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06)

5 SEPTEMBER 2016

REPORT

COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Councillor Bromage (Deputy Chairperson);

Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor), Tully (Deputy Mayor), Morrison (Chairperson), Silver, Wendt, Stoneman (Observer), Antoniolli (Observer), C Pisasale (Observer), Ireland (Observer) and Pahlke (Observer)

COUNCILLOR’S APOLOGIES: Nil

1. OUTCOMES OF THE NATURE CONSERVATION GRANT PROGRAM 2015-2016 With reference to a report by the Program Officer (Natural Resources) dated 23 August

2016 concerning the annual Nature Conservation Grant Program. RECOMMENDATION

A. That the Nature Conservation Grant Program for 2015–2016, as detailed in the report by

the Program Officer (Natural Resources) dated 23 August 2016, be implemented.

B. That participating landholders be recognised for their conservation efforts and continued commitment to the Voluntary Conservation Partnerships Program.

2. COMPLETION OF MANAGEMENT ACTIONS AT YAMANTO FLYING-FOX ROOST With reference to a report by the Planning Officer (Biodiversity) dated 23 August 2016

concerning completion and outcomes of management actions at the Yamanto flying-fox roost.

RECOMMENDATION A. That the report be received and the contents noted. B. That Council acknowledge the partnership with the residents and the support from the

Queensland Government in the joint management program at the Yamanto Flying-Fox roost site.

5 SEPTEMBER 2016 CITY WORKS, PARKS, SPORT AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06)

****3. SMALL CREEK CHANNEL NATURALISATION – DIVISION 8 With reference to a report by the Waterway Improvement Officer dated 23 August 2016

concerning the planned naturalisation of Small Creek between Whitehill Road, Raceview and Warwick Road, Raceview.

RECOMMENDATION

That the report be received and the contents noted. 4. STORMWATER OFFSETS CAPITAL WORKS PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY LIST OF

PROJECTS 2017-2018

With reference to a report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016 concerning the “Stormwater Offsets” capital works portfolio sub-program.

RECOMMENDATION A. That the prioritisation methodology, as detailed in the report by the Planning Officer

(Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Stormwater Offsets” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 and future capital works portfolio.

B. That the prioritisation priority list of projects, as detailed in Attachment A to the report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Stormwater Offsets” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

5. ENVIROPLAN CAPITAL WORKS PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM - PRIORITY LIST OF PROJECTS

2017-2018 With reference to a report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016

concerning the “Enviroplan” capital works portfolio sub-program. RECOMMENDATION

A. That the prioritisation methodology, as detailed in the report by the Planning Officer

(Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Enviroplan” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 and future capital works portfolio.

B. That the prioritisation priority list of projects, as detailed in Attachment A to the report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Enviroplan” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.


6. IPSWICH WASTE SERVICES APRIL-JUNE 2016 QUARTERLY REPORT TO THE OWNER With reference to a report by the Ipswich Waste Services Manager dated 16 August

2016 concerning the Ipswich Waste Services April-June Quarterly Report to the owner. RECOMMENDATION

That the report be received and the contents noted.

7. HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL AND LISTED ITEMS DROP OFF DAY With reference to a report by the Ipswich Waste Services Manager dated 16 August

2016 concerning the Household Chemical and Listed Items Drop Off Day 2016. RECOMMENDATION

A. That the next Household Chemical, Gas Bottle and Listed Items Collection Day at the

Riverview Recycling and Refuse Centre be undertaken on the 24 June 2017.

****B. That Council continue to work in partnership with the Queensland Explosives Inspectorate to offer residents free disposal of fireworks, small arms ammunition, marine flares, fireworks and other explosives by negotiation.

8. PATH REHABILITATION – CAPITAL PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY LIST OF

PROJECTS With reference to a report by the Principal Officer (Asset Management) dated 23 August

2016 concerning the Path Rehabilitation capital portfolio sub-program. RECOMMENDATION

That the prioritised list of projects, as detailed in Attachment B to the report by the Principal Officer (Asset Management) dated 23 August 2016, be considered when developing the Path Rehabilitation sub-program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

9. FLOOD MITIGATION CAPITAL WORKS PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY LIST OF

PROJECTS 2017-2018 With reference to a report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016

concerning the “Flood Mitigation” capital works portfolio sub-program.



(Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Flood Mitigation” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 and future capital works portfolio.

B. That the prioritisation priority list of projects, as detailed in Attachment A to the report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Flood Mitigation” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

10. KERB AND CHANNEL REHABILITATION – CAPITAL PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY

LIST OF PROJECTS

With reference to a report by the Principal Officer (Asset Management) dated 23 August 2016 concerning the Kerb and Channel Rehabilitation capital portfolio sub-program.

RECOMMENDATION

That the prioritised list of projects, as detailed in Attachment B to the report by the Principal Officer (Asset Management) dated 23 August 2016, be considered when developing the Kerb and Channel Rehabilitation sub-program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

11. DRAINAGE REHABILITATION – CAPITAL PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY LIST OF

PROJECTS

With reference to a report by the Principal Officer (Asset Management) dated 23 August 2016 concerning the Drainage Rehabilitation capital portfolio sub-program.

RECOMMENDATION A. That the prioritisation methodology, as detailed in the report by the Principal Officer

(Asset Management) dated 23 August 2016, be considered when developing the Drainage Rehabilitation sub-program as part of the 2017–2018 and future capital works portfolio.

B. That the prioritised list of projects, as detailed in Attachment A to the report by the

Principal Officer (Asset Management) dated 23 August 2016, be considered when developing the Drainage Rehabilitation sub-program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

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12. STRATEGIC PARKS AND SPORTS CAPITAL WORKS PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY LIST OF PROJECTS 2017 – 2018

With reference to a report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016 concerning the “Strategic Parks and Sports” capital works portfolio sub-program.


(Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Strategic Parks & Sports” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 and future capital works portfolio.

B. That the prioritisation priority list of projects, as detailed in Attachment A to the report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Strategic Parks & Sports” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

13. LOCAL – DISTRICT PARKS AND SPORT CAPITAL WORKS PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM –

PRIORITY LIST OF PROJECTS 2017 – 2018

With reference to a report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016 concerning the “Local / District Parks and Sports” capital works portfolio sub-program.


(Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Local / District Parks and Sports” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 and future capital works portfolio.

B. That the prioritisation priority list of projects, as detailed in Attachment A to the report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Local / District Parks and Sports” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

14. NEW FACILITIES CAPITAL WORKS PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY LIST OF

PROJECTS 2017 – 2018

With reference to a report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016 concerning the “New Facilities” capital works portfolio sub-program.



(Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “New Facilities” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 and future capital works portfolio.


Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “New Facilities” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

_______________________________________________________________________________ 15. FACILITY UPGRADES CAPITAL WORKS PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY LIST OF

PROJECTS 2017 – 2018

With reference to a report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016 concerning the “Facility Upgrades” capital works portfolio sub-program.


(Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Facility Upgrades” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 and future capital works portfolio.


Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Facility Upgrades” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

_______________________________________________________________________________ 16. LANDFILL REHABILITATION CAPITAL WORKS PORTFOLIO SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY LIST

OF PROJECTS 2017 – 2018

With reference to a report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016 concerning the “Landfill Rehabilitation” capital works portfolio sub-program.


(Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Landfill Rehabilitation” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 and future capital works portfolio.

B. That the prioritised list of projects, as detailed in Attachment A to the report by the Planning Officer (Open Space) dated 17 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Landfill Rehabilitation” sub program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

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Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor) and Tully (Deputy Mayor) were not present for the discussion or vote for Item 17. 17. 2016-2017 SPORTING EVENT SPONSORSHIP APPLICANTS AT AUGUST 2016

With reference to a report by the Sport and Recreation Officer dated 17 August 2016 concerning applicants for the Sporting Event Sponsorship.

RECOMMENDATION A. That Council provide sponsorship to Goodna Bowls Club for the amount of $1,200.00

(incl GST) in sponsorship for the Jacaranda Bowls Carnival, subject to current insurances being provided to Council prior to the event, and that this amount be funded from the Sporting Event Sponsorship budget.

B. That Council provide sponsorship to Rosewood Bowls Club for the amount of $500.00

(incl GST) in sponsorship for the Open Mens Fours Bowls Carnival and that this amount be funded from the Sporting Event Sponsorship budget.

C. That Council provide sponsorship to Westside Community Care for the amount of

$4,500.00 (incl GST) in sponsorship for the Greater Springfield Run for Life, subject to receipt of the acquittal for the 2015 event, and that this amount be funded from the Sporting Event Sponsorship budget.

_______________________________________________________________________________ 18. COMMERCIAL SIGNAGE – LEASED PREMISES TO IPSWICH KNIGHTS SOCCER CLUB INC.

254 BRISBANE ROAD, BUNDAMBA – DIVISION 4

With reference to a report by the Sport and Recreation Officer dated 17 August 2016 concerning a commercial advertising sign located within leased premises at Rotary Park, Brisbane Road Bundamba (neighbouring Bundamba Pool).

RECOMMENDATION A. That the Chief Executive Officer negotiate an agreement with Merrell Signs regarding

the advertising sign located at Rotary Park (Lot A in Lot 507 on SL6935) including any revenue arrangements for the commercial signage located within the leased boundary.

B. That a report on the outcome of Recommendation A be provided to a future meeting of

the City Works, Parks, Sport and Environment Committee. _______________________________________________________________________________ 19. BRIGGS ROAD SPORTS COMPLEX CRITERIUM TRACK FUNCTIONAL BRIEF – DIVISION 8

With reference to a report by the Senior Sport and Recreation Planning Officer dated 22 August 2016 concerning the Functional Brief to inform the design and construction of the new Briggs Road Sports Complex Criterium Track.


RECOMMENDATION A. That the Functional Brief as detailed in Attachment C for construction of the Briggs Road

Sports Complex Criterium Track be approved for tendering purposes, as detailed in the report by the Senior Sport and Recreation Planning Officer dated 22 August 2016.

B. That Council note the inclusion of the potential for the delivery of Smart infrastructure

towards development of a Smart Sporting Facility as outlined in the Functional Brief and detailed in the report by the Senior Sport and Recreation Planning Officer dated 22 August 2016.

_______________________________________________________________________________ 20. MY SUBURB MY CITY BEAUTIFUL IPSWICH PROGRAM

With reference to a report by the Community Partnerships Officer dated 23 August 2016 concerning the proposed implementation of the Beautiful Ipswich program.

RECOMMENDATION A. That Council support in-principle the My Suburb My City Beautiful Ipswich program as

outlined in the report by the Community Partnerships Officer dated 23 August 2016.

B. That the Chief Operating Officer (Works, Parks and Recreation), in consultation with the Mayor and the Chairperson of City Works, Parks, Sport and Environment Committee, implement the My Suburb My City Beautiful Ipswich Program pilot in the suburbs of Riverview and Collingwood Park commencing in the 2016–2017 financial year as outlined in the report by the Community Partnerships Officer dated 23 August 2016.

C. That a further report be provided to Council on the outcomes of the trial program to

enable Council to consider the further roll-out of the program in future years.

PROCEDURAL MOTIONS AND FORMAL MATTERS

In the absence of the Chairperson (Councillor Morrison), the Deputy Chairperson (Councillor Bromage) opened the meeting at 10.39 am. Councillor Morrison arrived at the meeting at 11.29 am and allowed Councillor Bromage to continue to Chair the meeting. The meeting closed at 12.00 pm.

**** Refer Council Ordinary Meeting Minutes of 13 September 2016 for amendment****

PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06)

6 SEPTEMBER 2016

REPORT

COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Councillor Antoniolli (Chairperson); Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor), Tully (Deputy Mayor), Morrison, Stoneman, Bromage, Silver (Observer), Wendt (Observer), C Pisasale (Observer) and Pahlke (Observer)


1. LETTER OF RESPONSE FROM THE DEPUTY PREMIER – EXEMPTION FOR NON-STATE

SCHOOLS INTRODUCED WITH THE NEW PLANNING LEGISLATION With reference to a report by the Acting Development Planning Manager dated

25 August 2016 concerning correspondence received from the Office of the Deputy Premier and Minister for Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning and Minister for Trade and Investment in response to Council’s letter of April 2016 in relation to the exemption for non-state schools to be introduced in the new planning legislation.

RECOMMENDATION


2. COURT ACTION STATUS REPORT With reference to a report by the Acting Development Planning Manager dated

25 August 2016 concerning the status of outstanding court action. RECOMMENDATION


PROCEDURAL MOTIONS AND FORMAL MATTERS The meeting commenced at 9.10 am. The meeting closed at 9.20 am.

6 SEPTEMBER 2016 PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06)

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LIBRARY AND YOUTH AND SENIORS COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06)

5 SEPTEMBER 2016

REPORT COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Councillor Pahlke (Chairperson); Councillors P Pisasale

(Mayor), Tully (Deputy Mayor), Stoneman, C Pisasale, Ireland, Morrison (Observer), Silver (Observer), Wendt (Observer), Bromage (Observer) and Antoniolli (Observer)


1. COLLECTION UPDATE With reference to a report by the Library Services Manager dated 25 August 2016

providing an update on the Library collection. RECOMMENDATION

That the report be received, the contents noted and that Council approve the implementation of the genre collection shelving style.

In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Silver informed the meeting that she has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 2. The nature of the interest is that she is the former Treasurer and member of Riverview Neighbourhood House Association. Councillor Silver came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict, she can properly participate in the discussion of the matter.

As Councillor Silver is not a member of the Library and Youth and Seniors Committee, she did not vote on the matter. The majority of councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation.

_______________________________________________________________ 2. SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER 2016 SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUNDING With reference to a report by the Acting Executive Support and Research Officer dated

24 August 2016 concerning Council’s coordination and contribution to activities during the September/October 2016 school holidays across Ipswich.

5 SEPTEMBER 2016 LIBRARY AND YOUTH AND SENIORS COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06) RECOMMENDATION

A. That funding of $867.00 (ex-GST) be allocated to deliver a School Holiday Program in

partnership with Gailes Community House during the September/October 2016 School Holidays.

B. That funding of $2,000.00 (ex-GST) be allocated to deliver a School Holiday Program in

partnership with Riverview Neighbourhood House during the September/October 2016 School Holidays.

C. That funding of $1,410.00 (ex-GST) be allocated to The Queensland Program of Assistance to Survivors of Torture and Trauma (QPASTT) to deliver a School Holiday activity targeting youth during the September/October 2016 School Holidays.

D. That the Social Development Manager, in consultation with the Mayor, the Chairperson of the Library and Youth and Seniors Committee and Divisional Councillors, promote the September/October 2016 School Holiday program to the Ipswich community.

3. PROGRAM OUTCOMES REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDED 31 JULY 2016 With reference to a report by the Social Development Manager dated 22 August 2016

concerning the outcomes of programs and activities undertaken by the Community Development Officer, Seniors and Disabilities Community Development Officer, and Cultural Development Officer for the quarter ended 31 July 2016.

RECOMMENDATION

That the report be received and the contents noted. 4. STORY CITY PROJECT

With reference to a report by the Social Development Manager dated 19 August 2016 concerning the proposed Story City project.

RECOMMENDATION That the report be received and the contents noted.


CITY INFRASTRUCTURE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06)

5 SEPTEMBER 2016

REPORT

COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Councillor Bromage (Chairperson); Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor), Tully (Deputy Mayor), Morrison, Antoniolli, Ireland, Silver (Observer), Stoneman (Observer), Wendt (Observer), C Pisasale (Observer) and Pahlke (Observer)


1. INFRASTRUCTURE DELIVERY PROGRESS – AS AT 19 AUGUST 2016 With reference to a report by the Manager (Program Management and Technical

Services) dated 19 August 2016 concerning the delivery of the 2016-2017 Infrastructure Services Capital Works Portfolio.

RECOMMENDATION


2. ROAD SAFETY AND OPERATIONS SUB PROGRAM – ROAD SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS

PRIORITY LIST OF PROJECTS With reference to a report by the Principal Engineer (Infrastructure Planning) dated

19 August 2016 concerning the road safety improvements project listing that forms part of the “Road Safety and Operations” capital works portfolio sub-program.

RECOMMENDATION A. That the report be received and the contents noted. B. That the prioritised list of projects, as detailed in Attachment B to the report by the

Principal Engineer (Infrastructure Planning) dated 19 August 2016, be considered when developing the Road Safety Improvement project listing which forms part of the “Road Safety and Operations” sub-program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

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3. CYCLE SAFETY AND MOBILITY IMPROVEMENTS SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY LIST OF PROJECTS

With reference to a report by the Engineer (Hydraulics) dated 23 August 2016

concerning the “Cycle Safety and Mobility Improvements” capital works portfolio sub-program.

RECOMMENDATION

A. That the report be received and the contents noted.

B. That the prioritised list of projects, as detailed in Attachment B to the report by the

Engineer (Hydraulics) dated 23 August 2016, be considered when developing the Cycle Safety and Mobility Improvement project listing which forms part of the “Sustainable Travel” sub-program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

4. SEALING GRAVEL ROADS SUB PROGRAM – PRIORITY LIST OF PROJECTS With reference to a report by the Senior Engineer (Infrastructure) dated 22 August 2016

concerning the “Sealing Gravel Roads” capital works portfolio sub-program. RECOMMENDATION


B. That the prioritised list of projects, as detailed in Attachment B to the report by the

Senior Engineer (Infrastructure) dated 22 August 2016, be considered when developing the “Sealing Gravel Roads” sub-program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.

5. ROAD SAFETY AND OPERATIONS SUB PROGRAM – GRAVEL TURNAROUNDS PRIORITY

LIST OF PROJECTS With reference to a report by the Principal Engineer (Infrastructure Planning) dated

22 August 2016 concerning the gravel turnarounds project listing that forms part of the “Road Safety and Operations” capital works portfolio sub-program.

RECOMMENDATION



B. That the prioritised list of projects, as detailed in Attachment B to the report by the Principal Engineer (Infrastructure Planning) dated 22 August 2016, be considered when developing the gravel turnarounds project listing which forms part of the “Road Safety and Operations” sub-program as part of the 2017–2018 budget and future capital works portfolio.



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HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06)

6 SEPTEMBER 2016

REPORT

COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Council Ireland (Chairperson); Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor), Tully (Deputy Mayor), Wendt, C Pisasale, Pahlke, Morrison (Observer), Silver (Observer), Stoneman (Observer), Bromage (Observer) and Antoniolli (Observer)


1. SCHOOL SAFE PARKING PROJECT 2016-2017 – TERM 3 RESULTS With reference to a report by the Principal Officer dated 11 August 2016 concerning the

ongoing School Safe Parking Project for the 2016 – 2017 financial year. RECOMMENDATION


2. COUNCIL PARTICIPATION AT ‘SECRET LIFE OF PETS’ With reference to a report by the Strategic Policy and Systems Manager dated 31 August

2016 providing an update on Council’s participation at the ‘Secret Life of Pets’ event at Limelight Cinemas.

RECOMMENDATION

That the success of the ‘Secret Life of Pets’ event be noted and that the Chief Operating Officer (Health, Security and Regulatory Services) explore an education process similar to the Leash, Tag and Carry Bag Program.

3. HSRS MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORT - AUGUST 2016

With reference to a report by the Strategic Policy and Systems Manager and Business Manager dated 2 September 2016 concerning a report that provides a monthly update on the activities of the Health, Security and Regulatory Services (HSRS) Department.

RECOMMENDATION


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ARTS AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06)

5 SEPTEMBER 2016

REPORT

COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Councillor C Pisasale (Chairperson); Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor), Tully (Deputy Mayor), Morrison, Silver, Antoniolli, Stoneman (Observer), Wendt (Observer), Bromage (Observer), Ireland (Observer) and Pahlke (Observer)


1. SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT BRANCH OUTCOMES QUARTERLY REPORT FOR THE PERIOD

ENDED 31 JULY 2016 With reference to a report by the Social Development Manager dated 19 August 2016

concerning the activities within the Social Development Branch for the quarter ended 31 July 2016.

RECOMMENDATION

That the report be received and the contents noted. In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Bromage informed the meeting that she has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 2. The nature of the interest is that she is the Chairperson of the Brassall Christmas in the Park Committee. Councillor Bromage came to the conclusion that because of the nature of the perceived conflict, she will exclude herself from the meeting while the matter is debated and the vote is taken. Councillor Bromage left the meeting room (including any area set aside for the public) and stayed out of the meeting room while the item was being discussed and voted on. As Councillor Bromage is not a member of the Arts and Social Development Committee, she did not vote on the matter. The majority of councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation.

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2. ALLOCATION OF CHRISTMAS GRANT 2016 – BRASSALL CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK With reference to a report by the Community Development Project Officer dated

19 August 2016 concerning the allocation of funds for the 2016 Christmas Grants Program.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 ex GST to Christmas in the Park Inc. towards the Brassall Christmas in the Park.

In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillors Silver and Pahlke informed the meeting that they have, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 3. The nature of Councillor Silver’s interest is that she is the former Treasurer and member of the Riverview Neighbourhood House Association. The nature of Councillor Pahlke’s interest is that he is a member of the Lions Club of Rosewood. Councillors Silver and Pahlke came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict, they can properly participate in the discussion of the matter and vote in the public interest.

As Councillor Pahlke is not a member of the Arts and Social Development Committee, he did not vote on the matter. Councillor Silver and the majority of councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation.

____________________________________________________________________ Councillor P Pisasale (Mayor) and Councillor Tully (Deputy Mayor) were not present for the discussion or voting for Item 3. 3. ALLOCATION OF THE CHRISTMAS GRANTS 2016 With reference to a report by the Community Development Project Officer dated

19 August 2016 concerning the allocation of funds for the 2016 Christmas Grants Program.

RECOMMENDATION A. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Alara Qld Ltd

towards the Alara annual Christmas Party. B. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Churches of Christ

Care South West Fostering towards the South West Fostering 2016 Christmas Celebration.


C. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Churchill Baptist Church towards the Carols in the Park.

D. That Council provide funding in the amount of $695.00 plus GST to Cityhope Care towards the Christmas Party in the Park.

E. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Cityhope Church

towards Christmas at Cityhope Church.

F. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Collingwood Park State School P&C Association towards the Carols by Torchlight.

G. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Domestic Violence Action Centre towards the End of Year Party.

H. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to FOCAL Community Living Inc. towards the North Ipswich Community Christmas Event.

I. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Foundations Care towards the 2016 Foundations Carer Christmas Party.

J. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Gailes Residents Committee Inc. towards Christmas on Karina.

K. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Greater Springfield Combined Churches towards the Christmas Carols in Robelle Park.

L. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Kruger Parade Baptist Church towards the Community Christmas Carols.

M. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,420.00 plus GST to Leichhardt Baptist Church towards Christmas Carols at Leichhardt State School.

N. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 ex GST to Lions Club of Rosewood Inc. towards the Rosewood Lions Club Christmas Street Carnival.

O. That Council provide funding in the amount of $495.00 plus GST to Marburg Church of Christ towards the Marburg Church of Christ Christmas Carols.

P. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,000.00 ex GST to Marburg Community Carols Committee towards the Marburg Community Carols Evening.

Q. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Marburg Show Society towards the Marburg Christmas Carnival.

R. That Council provide funding in the amount of $200.00 ex GST to the Pine Mountain & Districts Progress Association towards the Christmas Carols in the Park.


S. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,260.00 ex GST to Purga Friends Association Inc. towards Christmas in the Country.

T. That Council provide funding in the amount of $990.00 ex GST to Raceview Congregational Fellowship Inc. towards Christmas Carols under the Christmas Tree.

U. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to the Richmond Fellowship of Qld towards Christmas on the Green.

V. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to Riverview Neighbourhood House Association Inc. towards Carols in the View.

W. That Council provide funding in the amount of $810.00 ex GST to Rosewood & District Ministers Association towards the Community Christmas Carols.

X. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,260.00 plus GST to The Pyjama Foundation towards the Ipswich Christmas Party 2016.

Y. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,800.00 plus GST to the Salvation Army Bundamba towards Carols in the Park.

Z. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,590.00 plus GST to Women’s Crisis Support Service Inc. towards Christmas in the Domain.

4. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS PROGRAM – ACQUITTALS RECEIVED AS AT

19 AUGUST 2016 With reference to a report by the Community Development Project Officer dated

19 August 2016 concerning Community Development Grant Acquittals received in August 2016.

RECOMMENDATION


5. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS – AUGUST 2016 With reference to a report by the Community Grants Officer dated 17 August 2016

concerning the allocation of Community Development Grants Program funds. RECOMMENDATION A. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,791.30 (ex-GST) to Leichhardt One

Mile Community Centre towards the Anniversary Celebration.


B. That Council provide funding in the amount of $1,250.00 (ex-GST) to Amberley Outside School Hours Care, auspiced by Amberley State School, to purchase iPads for use by children in their care.

C. That Council provide funding in the amount of $2,500.00 (ex-GST) to Purga Wagtails Aboriginal Corporation towards accommodation costs and team polo shirts during participation at the Annual Queensland Murri Rugby League Carnival at Redcliffe.

D. That Council provide funding in the amount of $2,500.00 (ex-GST) to Karalee Community Kindergarten towards the Family Fun Day and roof repairs.

E. That Council provide funding in the amount of $2,500.00 (ex-GST) to the University of Queensland Library to assist with costs associated with the event celebrating the contribution to the arts by Helen Haenke.

F. That Council provide funding of $500.00 (ex-GST) to the Ipswich & District Budgerigar Society Inc towards their 60th Anniversary Dinner.

G. That Council provide funding of $600.00 (ex-GST) to Ipswich 60 and Better Program Inc towards their Christmas excursion.

H. That Council provide funding of $2,500.00 (ex-GST) to Citipointe Church Ipswich towards their Movies on the Grass project.

I. That Council provide funding of $1,084.54 (ex-GST) to Northsiders Cricket Club Inc towards purchasing four (4) iPads and one (1) laptop.

J. That Council provide funding of $450.00 (ex-GST) to Cabanda Care Inc towards their Christmas program.

K. That Council provide funding of $2,500.00 (ex-GST) to Pacific Rim Just4Kids Inc towards the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander basketball event.

6. LEICHHARDT ONE MILE COMMUNITY CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEE MEETING HELD

22 AUGUST 2016 With reference to a report by the Community Grants Officer dated 29 August 2016

forwarding for Council's information the minutes of the meeting of the Leichhardt One Mile Community Consultative Committee held on 22 August 2016.

RECOMMENDATION



7. ‘CONSTRUCTION SITE’ EXHIBITION ENTRY FEE PROPOSAL

With reference to a report by the Director, Ipswich Art Gallery dated 24 August 2016 concerning the proposal to charge an entry fee for the ‘Built for Speed’ exhibition, scheduled for presentation at the Ipswich Art Gallery from 5 December 2016 to 26 February 2017.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council approve an entry fee of $5.00/individual and $15.00/family to the ‘Construction Site’ exhibition at the Ipswich Art Gallery scheduled to be held from 5 December 2016 to 26 February 2017.

_____ ________ 8. TEMPORARY CLOSURES OF IPSWICH ART GALLERY FOR EXHIBITION INSTALL AND

DEMOUNT With reference to a report by the Director, Ipswich Art Gallery dated 24 August 2016

concerning the temporary closures of the Ipswich Art Gallery during the installation and subsequent demount of the ‘Construction Site’ exhibition.

RECOMMENDATION A. That Council note the temporary closures of the Ipswich Art Gallery to be scheduled

from 19 November to 4 December 2016 inclusive and from 6 March to 17 March 2017 inclusive.

B. That the Director, Ipswich Art Gallery liaise with the Chairperson of the Arts and Social

Development Committee and the Media Manager to ensure that every effort is made to inform the general public of the temporary closure of the Ipswich Art Gallery so that inconvenience to Gallery visitors is minimised.

9. CULTURAL GRANTS AUGUST 2016 With reference to a report by the Community Grants Officer dated 9 August 2016

concerning the allocation of Cultural Grants Program funds. RECOMMENDATION A. That Council provide funding in the amount of $2,000.00 (ex-GST) to Ipswich Orpheus

Chorale towards the orchestra costs for the “Jesus Christ Superstar” production. B. That Council provide funding in the amount of $800.00 (ex-GST) to Glebe Road Uniting

Church towards the 2016 Silkstone Eisteddfod.


10. HOME ASSIST 2015-2016 SERVICE SUMMARY With reference to a report by the Home Assist Coordinator dated 19 August 2016

concerning Home Assist service delivery for the 2015-2016 financial year. RECOMMENDATION That report be received and the contents noted.



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CITY MANAGEMENT, FINANCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06)

6 SEPTEMBER 2016

REPORT

COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Councillor Tully (Deputy Mayor and Chairperson); Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor), Morrison, Silver, Stoneman, Wendt, Bromage, Antoniolli, C Pisasale, Ireland and Pahlke


1. REPORT – POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION BOARD NO. 2016(05) OF 30 AUGUST 2016

With reference to the report of the Policy and Administration Board No. 2016(05) of 30 August 2016.

RECOMMENDATION That the report of the Policy and Administration Board No. 2016(05) of 30 August 2016

be received, the contents noted and the recommendations contained therein be adopted.

In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor Antoniolli informed the meeting that he has, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 3 within Item 2. The nature of the interest is that he is a Director of Ipswich Events Corporation. Councillor Antoniolli came to the conclusion that because of the nature of the perceived conflict, he will exclude himself from the meeting while this matter is debated and the vote is taken.

Councillor Antoniolli left the meeting room (including any area set aside for the public) and stayed out of the meeting room while the item was being discussed and voted on.

The majority of councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation.

_____________________________________________________________ In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillors P Pisasale, Tully, Morrison and Wendt informed the meeting that they have, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 10 within Item 2. The nature of Councillor P Pisasale, Tully and Morrison’s interest is that they are Directors of Ipswich Motorsport Precinct Pty Ltd. The nature of Councillor Wendt’s interest is that he is the Shareholders Representative for Ipswich Motorsport Precinct Pty Ltd.

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Councillors P Pisasale, Tully, Morrison and Wendt came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict, they can properly participate in the discussion of the matter and vote in the public interest. Councillors P Pisasale, Tully, Morrison, Wendt and the majority of councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation.

_______________________________________________________________ Jim Lindsay informed the Council that in relation to Item 10 within Item 2 he is a Director of Ipswich Motorsport Precinct Pty Ltd. The matter was declared for noting only.

_______________________________________________________________ Craig Maudsley informed the Council that in relation to Item 10 within Item 2 he is a Director of Ipswich Motorsport Precinct Pty Ltd. The matter was declared for noting only.

_______________________________________________________________ 2. REPORT – CITY MANAGEMENT, FINANCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT BOARD NO.

2016(07) OF 6 SEPTEMBER 2016

With reference to the report of the City Management, Finance and Community Engagement Board No. 2016(07) of 6 September 2016.

**** RECOMMENDATION

That the report of the City Management, Finance and Community Engagement Board

No. 2016(07) of 6 September 2016 be received, the contents noted and the recommendations contained therein be adopted.

3. QUEENSLAND URBAN UTILITIES – AMENDMENT OF THE PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT

AND BOARD MEMBER APPOINTMENTS AND REAPPOINTMENTS With reference to a report by the Chief Executive Officer dated 26 August 2016

concerning an amendment to the Participation Agreement and the appointment and reappointment of Queensland Urban Utilities (QUU) Board member.

RECOMMENDATION

A. That the previous resolution of Council, as detailed in Attachment F, as per

Recommendation C of Item 11 of the City Management, Finance and Community Engagement Board No. 2016(05) of 19 July 2016, recommended to the City Management Finance and Community Engagement Committee No. 2016(04) of 19 July 2016 and adopted at the Council Ordinary Meeting of 26 July 2016, be repealed.


B. That Council endorse an amendment to Clause 9.6 of the Participation Agreement so that Board members of Queensland Urban Utilities who have served two consecutive terms can be reappointed for further terms in the following circumstances:

(i) Upon a majority in number (at least three) of the five Participant councils approving the reappointment; and

(ii) Subject to the process set out in Attachment C (referenced as Annexure A) being followed.

C. That Council endorse the adoption of the process detailed in Attachment C (referenced as Annexure A) for all future appointments and reappointments of Board members of Queensland Urban Utilities.

D. That Council endorse the reappointment of Len Scanlan as a Board member of Queensland Urban Utilities for a three year term from 1 July 2016.

E. That Council endorse the appointment of Graham Thomsen as a Board member of Queensland Urban Utilities for a three year term commencing when Graham Thomsen formally signs an appointment document prepared by Queensland Urban Utilities.

F. That Council endorse the appointment of Kerian McNamara as a Board member of Queensland Urban Utilities for a three year term commencing when Kerian McNamara formally signs an appointment document prepared by Queensland Urban Utilities.

_______________________________________________________________________________ In accordance with section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor) and Bromage informed the meeting that they have, or could reasonably be taken to have, a perceived conflict of interest in Item 4. The nature of the interest is that they are members of the Rotary Club of Ipswich City. Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor) and Bromage came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict they can properly participate in the discussion of the matter and vote in the public interest. Councillors P Pisasale (Mayor) and Bromage and the majority of councillors entitled to vote, voted for the recommendation.

_____________________________________________________ 4. COMMUNITY LITERACY PROJECT - SANTA COMES TO IPSWICH With reference to a report by the Chief Operating Officer (Arts, Social Development and

Community Engagement) dated 5 September 2016 concerning the invitation to participate in the Santa Comes to Ipswich literacy initiative, a project proposed by the Joining Together (NFP) organisation in conjunction with the Rotary Club of Ipswich City and supported by Brassall Men’s Shed.


RECOMMENDATION That the Mayor and Councillors approve their participation in the Community Literacy Project – Santa Comes to Ipswich, as outlined in the report by the Library Services Manager dated 5 September 2016, as amended.

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PROCEDURAL MOTIONS AND FORMAL MATTERS The meeting commenced at 10.03 am. The committee adjourned at 10.04 am. The meeting closed at 10.39 am.

**** Refer Council Ordinary Meeting Minutes of 13 September 2016 for amendment****

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND DIGITAL CITY COMMITTEE NO. 2016(06)

6 SEPTEMBER 2016

REPORT

COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Councillor P Pisasale (Mayor); Councillors Tully (Deputy Mayor), Morrison, Wendt, Antoniolli, Pahlke, Silver (Observer), Stoneman (Observer), Bromage (Observer), C Pisasale (Observer) and Ireland (Observer)

COUNCILLOR’S APOLOGIES: Nil 1. IPSWICH CITY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 2016 With reference to a report by the Marketing and Communications Team Leader dated

29 August 2016 recommending Council partner with River 94.9 at a cost of $12,200 for the Ipswich City Christmas Lights 2016.

RECOMMENDATION

A. That Council partner with River 94.9 for Ipswich City Christmas Lights 2016. B. That the Marketing and Communications Team Leader, in consultation with the Mayor,

Councillors and Council promote the positive benefits of Ipswich City Christmas Lights 2016 to the community.

2. EVENT SPONSORSHIP OF THE 2016 GOODNA JACARANDA FESTIVAL With reference to a report by the Community Grants Officer dated 29 August 2016

recommending Council allocate $8,000.00 event sponsorship to the Goodna Community Association Incorporated in support of the 2016 Goodna Jacaranda Festival due to be held at Evan Marginson Park, Goodna from 28 to 30 October 2016.

RECOMMENDATION

That Council allocate event sponsorship of $8,000.00 to Goodna Community Association for the 2016 Goodna Jacaranda Festival from the 2016-2017 Event Sponsorship budget.

3. QUEENSLAND OUTDOOR ADVENTURE AND MOTORING EXPO 2016 With reference to a report by the Industry Development Officer (Tourism) dated

29 August 2016 providing information on the promotional benefit of Council’s attendance at the Queensland Outdoor Adventure and Motoring Expo held in Toowoomba from 5 to 7 August 2016.

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RECOMMENDATION That the report providing information on the promotional benefit of Council’s attendance at the Queensland Outdoor Adventure and Motoring Expo be received and noted.

4. OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUGUST MONTHLY REPORT

With reference to a report by the Economic Development Manager dated 29 August 2016 providing an update on the outputs and outcomes of the Office of Economic Development as part of the Economic Development and Marketing Department for the month of August 2016.

RECOMMENDATION

That the report by the Economic Development Manager dated 29 August 2016 providing an update on the outputs and outcomes of the Office of Economic Development as part of the Economic Development and Marketing Department for the month of August 2016 be received and the contents noted.

5. REPORT ON THE IPSWICH SMART CITY BLUEPRINT AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

With reference to a report by the City Digital Officer dated 29 August 2016 providing information on the receipt of the Ipswich Smart City Blueprint and Implementation Plan.

RECOMMENDATION A. That the report providing information on the receipt of the Ipswich Smart City Blueprint

and Implementation Plan be received and noted. B. That the delivery of the Ipswich Smart City program progress in partnership with the

Mayor and key stakeholders.


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