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12th SEPTEMBER 2011 MINUTES - ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL

LITHGOW CITY COUNCIL

A CENTRE OF REGIONAL EXCELLENCE

MINUTES

ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL

HELD ON

12 SEPTEMBER 2011


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MINUTES OF THE CITY OF LITHGOW COUNCIL MEETING

HELD AT THE CIVIC CENTRE, LITHGOW ON 12th SEPTEMBER 2011

Meeting Commenced at 7.00pm Public: 26 PRESENT His Worship the Mayor Councillor Neville Castle Councillor H K Fisher Councillor R Thompson Councillor W McAndrew Councillor G Danaher Councillor J J McGinnes (7.01pm) Councillor W Marshall Councillor C Hunter Councillor M F Ticehurst (7.01pm) APOLOGIES NIL Also in attendance Mr Roger Bailey, General Manager Miss Casey Clarke, Minutes Secretary Mr Andrew Muir, Group Manager Environment and Development Mr Iain Stewart, Group Manager Operations Mrs Carol Farnsworth, Finance Manager CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES Confirmation of the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on the 22 August 2011 were taken as read and confirmed by Councillors H K Fisher and G Danaher 11-350 RESOLVED DECLARATION OF INTEREST His Worship the Mayor called for Declarations of Interest on any matter before the Meeting. Councillor J J McGinnes declared a less than significant Conflict of Interest in item 8. He will not vacate the Chambers or take part in the debate. Councillor M F Ticehurst declared a less than significant Conflict of Interest in item 8 and Item 10. He will not vacate the Chambers or take part in the debate.


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QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC FORUM At 7.01pm Members of public gallery were invited to participate in the Public Forum Session.

PF - 12/09/11 - MR BARRY SMYTHE Mr Barry Smythe made a statement in relation to the dangerous dog situation in the Lithgow Local Government area. Mr Smythe advised that he had had two experiences with dangerous dogs. In relation to the first attack, Mr Smythe advised he had spoken to the owners and the neighbours after the attacks, only to be advised their dogs had not been out of yard. In relation to the second attack, when he spoke to the owners, he was abused by the owner. Mr Smythe believes that Council should be giving consideration on this matter to advise residents to advise of when dangerous dogs, such as pitbulls are in the area, Council should be making sure they are registered, with regular checks taken on the yards to make sure the dogs are not able to get out. The Group Manager Environment and Development advised that certain breeds of dogs are known to be “restricted” breeds under the Companion Animals Act. The Council Rangers are not aware of any of these restricted breeds in the Lithgow Local Government area. If an attack takes place, the Rangers will take actions accordingly. The Group Manager advised that he will be happy to get some information into the media, to advise the public of their responsibilities when owning such dogs.

PF - 12/09/11 - MR DICK AUSTEN Mr Austen wished to record his satisfaction in connection with the publishing of the submissions for the Land Use Strategy on the Council website. Mr Austen believes this will give the ratepayers an insight on what is happening and how people feel in relation to the LUS. Congratulations to Council on this good move. The Mayor thanked Mr Austen for his comments.

PF - 12/09/11 - MR BILL SHUTE Mr Bill Shute raised the matter of a story published in the Sunday Telegraph concerning Lithgow City Council. Can Council advised as to what action is being taken by the Councillors on this matter and how they are to retrieve the materials that are missing? The General Manager advised that this matter is under investigation and would be inappropriate to comment.


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PF - 12/09/11 - MR GEOFF LANGLANDS 1. Mr Langlands raised the matter of the Moscow Circus and asked Council is it true that Council was asked to hold a circus in Lithgow and declined this offer? The Group Manager Operations advised that a circus was previously held at Lake Wallace in Wallerawang, and this group was offered the same site. The group declined to use this site. It was hoped that Tony Luchetti Sports Ground would be available but another booking had already been made. The Group also contacted the Lithgow Greyhound Association in the hope to use the greyhound track, but it is believed that the Greyhound Association declined their offer. 2. Mr Langlands asked Council was the area not up to the standards the circus was looking for and will Council be looking at possible venues in our LGA for future travelling performers and circuses? The Mayor advised the most suitable location for such events would be Tony Luchetti and if such performers come to the area in the future, this sports ground would be hopefully available.


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TABLE OF CONTENTS ITEM TITLE PAGE

ELECTION OF MAYOR AND DEPUTY MAYOR 6

ITEM-1 GM - 12/09/11 - NOMINATIONS FOR AND ELECTIONS FOR THE POSITION OF MAYOR 2011/12

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ITEM-2 GM - 12/09/11 - NOMINATION FOR THE ELECTION OF THE DEPUTY MAYOR FOR 2011/12

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ITEM-3 GM - 12/09/11 - COUNCIL COMMITTEES AND EXTERNAL BODIES 8

NOTICES OF MOTION 11

ITEM-4 NOTICE OF MOTION - 12/09/11 - UPDATE ON LITHGOW COUNCIL RESOLUTION 11-325 LITHGOW AQUATIC CENTRE PLANS

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ITEM-5 NOTICE OF MOTION - 12/09/11 - UPDATE ON BURIAL AT LITHGOW CEMETERY ON 20 JULY 2011 - COUNCILLOR M F TICEHURST

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ITEM-6 NOTICE OF MOTION - 12/09/11 - UPDATE ON THE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT OF GREAT WESTERN HIGHWAY, VICTORIA PASS - COUNCILLOR M F TICEHURST

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ITEM-7 NOTICE OF MOTION - 12/09/11 - UPDATE ON URBAN SPEED LIMIT FOR THE VILLAGE OF HARTLEY VALE - COUNCILLOR M F TICEHURST

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GENERAL MANAGERS REPORTS 13

ITEM-8 GM - 12/09/11 - CODE OF CONDUCT COMPLAINTS RECIEVED 1ST JULY 2010 TO 30 JUNE 2011

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ITEM-9 GM - 12/09/11 - REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AUSTRALIA 13

ITEM-10 GM - 12/09/11 - CODE OF CONDUCT 13

ITEM-11 GM - 12/09/11 - CENTROC BEYOND THE RANGE PROJECT 14

ITEM-12 GM - 12/09/11 - CHIFLEY LOCAL AREA COMMAND - TRAIL BIKE SQUAD

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ENVIRONMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REPORTS 15

ITEM-13 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - DRAFT WASTE AND RECYCLING STRATEGY 15

ITEM-14 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - PLANNING SYSTEM REVIEW 15

ITEM-15 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - LAND & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY - RESPONSE TO LEGAL ACCESS ISSUES, CLARENCE

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ITEM-16 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - PLANNING AGREEMENTS 16

ITEM-17 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - ADMINISTRATION BUILDING TOILETS 16

ITEM-18 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - SECTION 96 APPLICATION TO MODIFY DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION 017/11DA PROPOSED MIXING PLANT - SOLID WASTE LANDFILL DEPOT, CASTLEREAGH HIGHWAY BLACKMANS FLAT NSW 2790

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OPERATION SERVICES REPORTS 17

ITEM-19 OPER - 12/09/11 - WALLERAWANG AND LITHGOW SEWERAGE TREATMENT PLANT UPGRADES

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ITEM-20 OPER - 12/09/11 - WATER REPORT 17

COMMUNITY AND CORPORATE SERVICES REPORTS 18

ITEM-21 COMM - 12/09/11 - STREET NAMES 18

FINANCE REPORTS 19

ITEM-22 FINAN - 12/09/11 - COUNCIL INVESTMENTS HELD 31ST JULY 2011

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COMMITTEE MEETINGS 20

ITEM-23 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - CRYSTAL THEATRE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES - 10TH AUGUST 2011

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ITEM-24 OPER - 12/09/11 - SPORTS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES - 29TH AUGUST 2011

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DELEGATES REPORTS 21

ITEM-25 DELEGATES REPORT - 12/09/11 - CENTROC MEETING HELD ON 25TH AUGUST 2011

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BUSINESS OF GREAT URGENCY 22

UB - 12/09/11 - COUNCILLOR W MCANDREW 22

UB - 12/09/11 - COUNCILLOR W MCANDREW 23

12 September 2011 MINUTES – ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL

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ELECTION OF MAYOR AND DEPUTY MAYOR

ITEM-1 GM - 12/09/11 - NOMINATIONS FOR AND ELECTIONS FOR THE POSITION OF MAYOR 2011/12

11-351 RESOLVED

THAT: 1. Proceeds with the election of the Mayor; and 2. The vote is to proceed by open voting.

MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor R Thompson. Councillor Castle vacated the Chair and the General Manager as Returning Officer conducted the election. Councillors M F Ticehurst, R Thompson and Neville Castle were nominated for the position of Mayor. The Returning Officer called for any further nominations. There were none. A vote was held with the following results: Councillor M F Ticehurst - 2 votes Councillor R Thompson - 2 votes Councillor N L Castle - 5 votes The Returning Officer advised that in the matter of two nominees having same, the lowest nominee votes will be eliminated. Councillor M F Ticehurst withdrew his nomination for the position of Mayor. A vote was held and the Returning Officer announced the following results: Councillor R Thompson - 4 votes Councillor N L Castle - 5 votes

The Returning Officer declared Councillor N L Castle elected as Mayor for the coming 12 month period. Councillor Castle assumed the Chair.


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ITEM-2 GM - 12/09/11 - NOMINATION FOR THE ELECTION OF THE DEPUTY MAYOR FOR 2011/12

11-352 RESOLVED

THAT Council: 1. Notes the report on the appointment of and procedure for the election of a Deputy

Mayor; 2. Resolves that a Deputy Mayor is to be elected from its number for the Mayoral

term; 3. Holds an election for the position of Deputy Mayor on the same basis as for the

Mayoral position, i.e. the election take place by open voting; and 4. Not pay any additional fee to the Deputy Mayor.

MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor W Marshall. The General Manager as Returning Officer conducted the election. Councillors J J McGinnes, W Marshall and H K Fisher were nominated for the position of Deputy Mayor. The Returning Officer called for any further nominations. There were none. A vote was held with the following results: Councillor J J McGinnes - 2 votes Councillor W Marshall - 2 votes Councillor H K Fisher - 5 votes The Returning Officer advised that in the matter of two nominees having same, the lowest nominee votes will be eliminated. Councillor J J McGinnes withdrew his nomination for the position of Deputy Mayor. A vote was held and the Returning Officer announced the following results: Councillor W Marshall - 4 votes Councillor H K Fisher - 5 votes

The Returning Officer declared Councillor H K Fisher elected as Deputy Mayor for the coming 12 month period.


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ITEM-3 GM - 12/09/11 - COUNCIL COMMITTEES AND EXTERNAL BODIES

11-353 RESOLVED

THAT Council determines the appointments to be made to the s355 Committees of Council and External Committees and Organisations.

Committees 2011/12 Representative Citizens Access Committee All Councillors Environmental Advisory Committee Councillor C Hunter

Councillor N L Castle Lithgow Tourism Advisory Committee Councillor H K Fisher

Councillor W Marshall Sister Cities Committee Councillor N L Castle

Councillor R Thompson Sports Advisory Committee Councillor N L Castle

Councillor R Thompson Union Theatre Management Committee Councillor J J McGinnes Crystal Theatre Committee Councillor N L Castle

Councillor C Hunter Meadow Flat Hall Committee Councillor N L Castle

Councillor C Hunter Community Recognition Committee

Councillor H K Fisher Councillor R Thompson Councillor J J McGinnes

Economic Development Advisory Committee Councillor N L Castle Councillor H K Fisher

Economic Development Shopfront Committee Councillor N L Castle Councillor G Danaher

Lithgow Flash Gift Councillor R Thompson Councillor W McAndrew

Service Committee Councillor G Danaher Councillor H K Fisher

Business Enquiry Committee Councillor N L Castle Councillor G Danaher Councillor H K Fisher General Manager

Indoor Aquatic Centre Councillor W Marshall Councillor R Thompson

Youth Advisory Committee Councillor W Marshall Ageing Strategy Advisory Group Councillor G Danaher

Councillor H K Fisher Lithgow Crime Prevention Committee Councillor W McAndrew

Councillor W Marshall Companion Animals Committee Councillor H K Fisher

Councillor G Danaher External Committees and Organisations 2011/12 Representative Arts Out West Committee Group Manager Community and


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Strategy Bells Line of Road Motoring Tri-Partite Working Party

Mayor General Manager (alternate)

Blue Mountains, Lithgow and Oberon RTO Ms Kate Faithorne Rural Fire Services Bush Fire District Liaison Committee

Mayor Councillor C Hunter General Manager

Lithgow Business Association Councillor G Danaher Mayor General Manager

Lithgow Information & Neighbourhood Centre Inc (LINC)

Councillor R Thompson

Upper Macquarie County Council Councillor H K Fisher Councillor C Hunter

Tanderra Nursing Home Management Committee

Councillor R Thompson General Manager

Centroc Mayor General Manager

Tabulam Management Committee Councillor N L Castle Pine Dale Coal Mine Community Committee Councillor H K Fisher

General Manager Cullen Valley coal Mine Community Committee Councillor H K Fisher

General Manager Lamberts Gully Coal Mine Community Committee

Councillor H K Fisher General Manager

Invincible Coal Mine Community Committee Councillor H K Fisher General Manager

Clarence Coal Mine Community Committee Councillor W Marshall General Manager

Baal Bone Coal Mine Community Committee No longer meeting Angus Place Coal Mine Community Committee Councillor H K Fisher

General Manager Mining Related Councils Councillor N L Castle

Councillor W McAndrew Traffic Authority Local Committee Councillor H K Fisher

General Manager Lithgow Correctional Centre Committee Councillor N L Castle

General Manager Internal Audit Committee Councillor G Danaher

Councillor W Marshall (alternate) Airly Coal Mine Committee Councillor G Danaher Newnes Sand and Kaolin Project Community Consultative Committee

Councillor H K Fisher

Portland Working Party Councillor N L Castle Councillor C Hunter Councillor H K Fisher

Water Committee Councillor G Danaher Councillor H K Fisher Councillor W Marshall Councillor N L Castle


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General Manager Inglenook Exploration Community Liaison Committee

Councillor R Thompson

Men’s Shed Committee Councillor G Danaher Councillor W Marshall

Lithgow District Bush Fire Management Committee

Councillor N L Castle

MOVED: Councillor G Danaher SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew.


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NOTICES OF MOTION

ITEM-4 NOTICE OF MOTION - 12/09/11 - UPDATE ON LITHGOW COUNCIL RESOLUTION 11-325 LITHGOW AQUATIC CENTRE PLANS

11-354 RESOLVED THAT:

1. The General Manager and Senior Council Officers provide the Council, Councillors, ratepayers and residents with an update on Council Resolution 11 – 325, including what other Stage 1 ‘Plans’, if any for the new Lithgow Aquatic Centre are to be made publicly available, including the DA approved 50-space Public Car Park?

2. The General Manager and Senior Council Officers, given the impending Construction of Stage 1 of the new Lithgow Aquatic Centre, provide the Council, Councillors, ratepayers and residents with an urgent update on whether the annual major Department of Education Schools Learn to Swim Program in November/December 2011 and the booked Department of Sport and Recreation two week Swim to Survive Program in January 2012 at the Lithgow Swimming Centre will proceed?

MOVED: Councillor M F Ticehurst SECONDED: Councillor J J McGinnes.

ITEM-5 NOTICE OF MOTION - 12/09/11 - UPDATE ON BURIAL AT LITHGOW CEMETERY ON 20 JULY 2011 - COUNCILLOR M F TICEHURST

11-355 RESOLVED

THAT the General Manager and Senior Council Officers provide the Council, Councillors, ratepayers and residents with an updated report to the next Ordinary Meeting of the Council on the circumstances surrounding concerns with respect to a burial at the Lithgow Cemetery on 20 July 2011?

MOVED: Councillor M F Ticehurst SECONDED: Councillor J J McGinnes.


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ITEM-6 NOTICE OF MOTION - 12/09/11 - UPDATE ON THE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT OF GREAT WESTERN HIGHWAY, VICTORIA PASS - COUNCILLOR M F TICEHURST

11-356 RESOLVED

THAT: 1. The Council request the NSW RTA to provide the Council with an urgent

update on the recent fatal and serious motor vehicle accidents and current and future Road works on the Great Western Hwy, Victoria Pass?

2. The Council request the NSW RTA to urgently install numerous large red ‘REDUCE SPEED’ signage on both the eastbound and westbound lanes of the Great Western Hwy, Victoria Pass?

3. Council seek an urgent meeting with NSW Minister of Roads, Hon Duncan Gay through the Local Member Paul Toole restating Councils position on the Great Western Highway upgrade between Mt Victoria and Lithgow and pushing for its urgent completion especially in relation to the Mt Victoria Pass section.

MOVED: Councillor M F Ticehurst SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew. SUPPLEMENTARY MOTION 11-357 RESOLVED

THAT Council make representations to Hon Duncan Gay, the Minster for Roads for an alternative route over the Darling Causeway to River Lett and invite Mr Austen and Mr Morris to be a part of this delegation.

MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor R Thompson.

ITEM-7 NOTICE OF MOTION - 12/09/11 - UPDATE ON URBAN SPEED LIMIT FOR THE VILLAGE OF HARTLEY VALE - COUNCILLOR M F TICEHURST

11-358 RESOLVED

THAT the oral report provided by the Group Manager Operations be noted. MOVED: Councillor M F Ticehurst SECONDED: Councillor J J McGinnes.


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GENERAL MANAGERS REPORTS

ITEM-8 GM - 12/09/11 - CODE OF CONDUCT COMPLAINTS RECIEVED 1ST JULY 2010 TO 30 JUNE 2011

11-359 RESOLVED

THAT the report on the Code of Conduct complaints received for 2010/11 be noted.

MOVED: Councillor W Marshall SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew.

ITEM-9 GM - 12/09/11 - REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AUSTRALIA

11-360 RESOLVED

THAT Council endorse applications to the Central West Regional Development Australia of Councillors G Danaher, R Thompson and W McAndrew and also of the Councils General Manager.

MOVED: Councillor W McAndrew SECONDED: Councillor G Danaher.

ITEM-10 GM - 12/09/11 - CODE OF CONDUCT

11-361 RESOLVED

THAT Council note that the advice from the office of the Minister for Local Government is that a failure to comply with clause 6.4 of the Model Code of Conduct would, of itself, potentially be a further breach of the Code and that continued breaches may also attract the misbehaviour provisions contained in Chapter 14 of the Local Government Act 1993.

MOVED: Councillor G Danaher SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew .


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ITEM-11 GM - 12/09/11 - CENTROC BEYOND THE RANGE PROJECT

11-362 RESOLVED

THAT Council: 1. Advise Centroc of its intention to join the Centroc Beyond the Range Health

Workforce Attraction Project; 2. Agrees to fund the Centroc Beyond the Range Health Workforce Attraction and

Retention Project as for $6,000 funding for 2011/2012; 3. Agrees to provide information to the Council Page on the website and other

marketing and promotional materials where Centroc will provide proformas; and 4. Review the effectiveness of the program before deciding on future years

involvement. MOVED: Councillor R Thompson SECONDED: Councillor G Danaher.

ITEM-12 GM - 12/09/11 - CHIFLEY LOCAL AREA COMMAND - TRAIL BIKE SQUAD

11-363 RESOLVED

THAT the report on the trail bikes in the Chifley Local Area Command be received. MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew.


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ENVIRONMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REPORTS

ITEM-13 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - DRAFT WASTE AND RECYCLING STRATEGY

11-364 RESOLVED

THAT the exhibition period for the Draft Waste & Recycling Strategy be extended until 30 September 2011.

MOVED: Councillor W Marshall SECONDED: Councillor H K Fisher.

ITEM-14 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - PLANNING SYSTEM REVIEW

11-365 RESOLVED

THAT the report on the proposed review of the planning system and proposed consultation meetings be noted.

MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor G Danaher.

ITEM-15 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - LAND & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY - RESPONSE TO LEGAL ACCESS ISSUES, CLARENCE

11-366 RESOLVED

THAT: 1. The information on the Land & Property Management Authority’s response to

legal access issues in Clarence be noted; and 2. A report be provided to Council in relation to:

a. the offer of survey work by a graduate surveyor from Land and Property Information Bathurst when available; and

b. proceeding with the acquisition of land through portion 168 DP821851 on the southern boundary of an area of approx 1ha

MOVED: Councillor C Hunter SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew.


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ITEM-16 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - PLANNING AGREEMENTS

11-367 RESOLVED

THAT Council note the report on Planning Agreements. MOVED: Councillor W McAndrew SECONDED: Councillor G Danaher.

ITEM-17 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - ADMINISTRATION BUILDING TOILETS

11-368 RESOLVED

THAT the information be noted and the issue of amenities in the Lithgow CBD be addressed in the 10 year building capital works program.


ITEM-18 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - SECTION 96 APPLICATION TO MODIFY DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION 017/11DA PROPOSED MIXING PLANT - SOLID WASTE LANDFILL DEPOT, CASTLEREAGH HIGHWAY BLACKMANS FLAT NSW 2790

11-369 RESOLVED

THAT: 1. Council approve DA 017-11 in accordance with the conditions outlined in the

Attached Modified 79C report; 2. That the approval will only operate for a period of six (6) months from the date of

commencement of operations. 3. Prior to commencement of operations the applicant is to advise Council in writing

of the date that the operations of the Mill will be commencing on the property. 4. A Division be called in accordance with the provisions of Section 375(3) of the

Local Government Act 1993. MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew. A DIVISION was held and DA 017-11 was approved UNANIMOUSLY


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OPERATION SERVICES REPORTS

ITEM-19 OPER - 12/09/11 - WALLERAWANG AND LITHGOW SEWERAGE TREATMENT PLANT UPGRADES

11-370 RESOLVED

THAT: 1. The Minister for Primary Industry Approval for the amendment to the dates in

Schedule 3 of the funding agreements be noted as including:

Complete Demand Management Plan, Complete Drought Management Plan and complete the Integrated Water Cycle Management Plan (full compliance) by December 2011; and

Complete the Strategic Business Plan and Financial Plans, Water and Sewerage Development Servicing Plans by December 2012.

2. The Minister for Primary Industry approval for the amendment of Schedule 2 be

noted which includes 100% Practical Completion of Construction payment of outstanding amount of $840,510 and 100% Practical Completion and achieving Best Practice Management Guidelines Substantial Compliance as set out in Schedule 3 payment of outstanding amount of $840,509.

MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor R Thompson.

ITEM-20 OPER - 12/09/11 - WATER REPORT

11-371 RESOLVED THAT the information in relation to water management issues be noted. MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew.


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COMMUNITY AND CORPORATE SERVICES REPORTS

ITEM-21 COMM - 12/09/11 - STREET NAMES

11-372 RESOLVED

THAT: 1. Council seeks comment from affected residents and the general public on

Council’s intention to retain certain street names and to rename a number of streets as follows and seeks suggestions for alternative names:

Retain the name of Eddy Street Lithgow and rename Edye Street

Lithgow. Retain the name of Hassans Street Lithgow and rename Hassans Street

South Bowenfels. Retain the name of Reservoir Road Portland and rename Reservoir

Street Portland. Duplicate and problem names as shown at Attachment 1. Retain the name of Park Street Portland and rename Park Avenue and

Park View Avenue Portland.

2. Council determines the names suggested by the majority of respondents. MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor W Marshall. A MATTER ARISING 11-373 RESOLVED

THAT Council publically advertise its intention to name Road 5 from the attachments “Duplicate Road Names” as Max Scott Road.

MOVED: Councillor C Hunter SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew.


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FINANCE REPORTS

ITEM-22 FINAN - 12/09/11 - COUNCIL INVESTMENTS HELD 31ST JULY 2011

11-374 RESOLVED

THAT Investments of $12,716,925.31 for the period ending 31 August 2011 be noted.



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COMMITTEE MEETINGS

ITEM-23 ENVIRO - 12/09/11 - CRYSTAL THEATRE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES - 10TH AUGUST 2011

11-375 RESOLVED

THAT Council note the minutes of the Crystal Theatre Management Committee Meeting held on 10 August 2011.


ITEM-24 OPER - 12/09/11 - SPORTS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES - 29TH AUGUST 2011

11-376 RESOLVED

THAT Council note the minutes of the Sports Advisory Committee meeting held on Monday, 29 August 2011.



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DELEGATES REPORTS

ITEM-25 DELEGATES REPORT - 12/09/11 - CENTROC MEETING HELD ON 25TH AUGUST 2011

11-377 RESOLVED

THAT the report on the Centroc Meeting be received and noted. MOVED: Councillor N L Castle SECONDED: Councillor H K Fisher.


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BUSINESS OF GREAT URGENCY

In accordance with Clause 241 of the Local Government (General) Regulations 2005 business may be transacted at a meeting of Council even though due notice of the business has not been given to the Councillors. However, this can happen only of: a) A motion is passed to have the business transacted at the meeting: and b) The business proposed to be brought forward is ruled by the Chairperson to be of

great urgency.

UB - 12/09/11 - COUNCILLOR W MCANDREW Councillor McAndrew raised the matter of the closure of the Kirkconnell Correctional Centre and advised that more than half of the staff working at this facility live in the Lithgow LGA. Councillor McAndrew requested for Council to seek a delegation with the Hon Greg Smith, Minister for Justice as a matter of urgency in relation to the decision. 11-378 RESOLVED

THAT the matter of the closure of the Kirkconnell Correctional Centre be declared as urgent and dealt with at this meeting.

MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew The Mayor declared the matter to be of great urgency in accordance with clause 241 of the Local Government (General) Regulations. 11-379 RESOLVED

THAT Council notes with concern the decision of the NSW Government to close Kirkconnell Prison with the subsequent loss of jobs and effect on local communities. The matter of concern is not just relevant to the communities of Bathurst and Oberon as more than half of the staff employed at the Prison reside in the Lithgow LGA. To that end, Council calls on local State Member Paul Toole to organise an urgent delegation from Council to the NSW Minister for Justice, Hon Greg Smith to discuss the issue.

MOVED: Councillor W McAndrew SECONDED: Councillor H K Fisher


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UB - 12/09/11 - COUNCILLOR W MCANDREW Councillor McAndrew raised the matter of the closure of the Baal Bone Mine and requested that Council call on the Local State Member to use his endeavours to ensure the remaining coal is not sterilised and the lease is tendered out to other future coal mine operators. 11-380 RESOLVED

THAT the matter of the closure of Baal Bone Mine and the remaining coal be declared as urgent and dealt with at this meeting.

MOVED: Councillor H K Fisher SECONDED: Councillor W McAndrew The Mayor declared the matter to be of great urgency in accordance with clause 241 of the Local Government (General) Regulations. 11-381 RESOLVED

THAT Council notes with concern the decision by Xstrata to close the Baal Bone Mine with the loss of over 84 permanent jobs with many more jobs affected in servicing and supporting the operations of the mine. What is extremely galling is the fact that there is still available in the Mine some 26 million tonnes of good quality steaming coal. Council calls on Xstrata to mine the remaining coal with local employment or return the lease to the NSW Government. Council also calls on the Local State Member Paul Toole to use all of his endeavours to ensure that the remaining coal is not sterilised and the lease is tendered out to other future coal mine operators.

MOVED: Councillor W McAndrew SECONDED: Councillor H K Fisher

The meeting closed at 8.45pm

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