REPORTS FROM OFFICERS

8. REPORT OF GENERAL MANAGER

8.1 Second Round Stimulus Package Funding

Attachments

Nil.

Report

In 24 June 2009 a Council of Local Government meeting was held in Parliament House in Canberra. Campbelltown Council representatives at this meeting were the Deputy Mayor Councillor Lake and Councillor Chanthivong in the role as President of MACROC. This Minister for Infrastructure and Local Government announced at this meeting an additional stimulus package grant to Council of $643,000 to be utilised following the expenditure of the initial stimulus package money which was provided to Council in October 2008 of $1.517m. At the Briefing night on Tuesday 15 September 2009 a presentation was provided identifying the projects for which the $643,000 will be utilised when the money is released by the Federal Government later this year. The following projects were identified:

Project Description Amount Waminda Oval (East Campbelltown)

Major refurbishment of amenities Block including change rooms and toilet facilities

$120,000

Ambarvale Sports Fields Storage and shade facilities, cricket pitch, car park upgrade, spectator seating

$90,000

Kooringa Reserve (St Andrews)

Construction of new change room facilities that will be attached to existing canteen storage and toilets

$120,000

Hurley Park (Campbelltown)

Refurbishment of canteen area, construction of new toilets and upgrade of lighting

$130,000

Milton Park Rugby League (Ingleburn)

Installation of new lighting to both fields $100,000

Campbelltown Theatre Group (Old Town Hall)

Removal and reconstruction of various sections of floor adjacent to the entrance and a number of smaller enhancements

$83,000

Submissions for these projects are presently being prepared and will be lodged with the Department as soon as possible. It is anticipated that the funding will be approved and formally allocated by the end of 2009.

Officer's Recommendation

That the above projects be submitted as Councils second round stimulus funding applications. Council Meeting 29 September 2009 (Glynn/Lake) That the Officer's Recommendation be adopted. Council Resolution Minute Number 252 That the Officer's Recommendation be adopted.

8.2 Australia Day Awards Sub Committee Membership

Attachments

Nil

Report

Council at its meeting of 16 December 2008 resolved that the Australia Day Sub Committee be reformed as the Australia Day Awards Sub Committee to more accurately reflect the role of the Sub Committee. Council further resolved that the Sub Committee should be reformed with nine members drawn from the following:

• The Mayor (or nominee) • Two Councillors • The General Manager (or nominee) • Five Community Representatives (including the previous Campbelltown Citizen

of the Year) Advertisements were placed in the local papers seeking Expressions of Interest from community members interested in sitting on the Sub Committee. At the close of nominations three applications were received from Ms Debbie Schulstad, Mr Brent Murray and M/s Cassile Ortega. In order that the Committee can meet the timeframes for decision on the respective recipients of Australia Day Awards it is proposed that the Committee structure be altered to include another Councillor and four community representatives including the current Citizen of the Year, Ms Tanyia Harris. Following the close of nominations for the 2010 Awards, Sub Committee members be provided with copies of all applications. Sub Committee members will then meet in late November to review the applications and select the category winners.

Officer's Recommendation

1. That the Committee membership be adjusted as outlined in the body of the report.

2. That Ms Debbie Schulstad, Mr Brent Murray and M/s Cassile Ortega be

appointed to the Australia Day Awards Sub Committee for the current term of Council.

3. That the Australia Day Awards Sub Committee Guidelines be amended to

reflect the Sub Committee Membership as detailed in the body of the report.

Council Meeting 29 September 2009 (Kolkman/Thompson) That the Officer's Recommendation be adopted. Council Resolution Minute Number 253 That the Officer's Recommendation be adopted.

9. REPORT OF DIRECTOR BUSINESS SERVICES

9.1 Reports Requested

Attachments

Status List of Reports Requested.

Report

Attached for the information of Councillors is a Status List of reports requested of Council as at 1 September 2009.

Officer's Recommendation

That the information be noted. Council Meeting 29 September 2009 (Matheson/Dobson) That the Officer's Recommendation be adopted. Council Resolution Minute Number 254 That the Officer's Recommendation be adopted.

ATTACHMENT 1

Reports Requested as at 1 September 2009

*Date of Decision *Mover *Res No Doc No

Item/Comments Div.Resp Comp Date

26.6.07 RK

1508749

CS3.1 - Further report with a Draft 2008 Sydney Symphony Orchestra concert program designed for local community that takes into consideration budget constraints and cultural program priorities. Comment: Reported Item 3.3 Community Services Committee 1/9/09

CS

13.11.08 MO

1648358

CS6.1 - Report on the establishment of a piece of public Art or Landscape that celebrates and values the contribution of volunteers.

CS Nov 2009

13.11.07 RK

1648363

CS6.2 - Report on the installation of signs recognising the indigenous history of our area at appropriately visible locations.

CS Nov 2009

13.5.08 RK

1831648

CS5.1 - Further report analysing the impact of changes in the Public Libraries Funding review when information becomes available. Comment: Reported Item 5.1 Community Services Committee 22.9.09

CS

14.10.08 RK

2010509

CS4.3 - Further report detailing the proposed projects for consideration in the 2008/09 Regional Facilities Grant Program.

CS Oct 2009

1.9.09 AC

Petition 5.4 - Report on a number if issues raised by Petitioners in regard to Macquarie Fields Pool.

CS Nov 2009

*Date of Decision *Mover *Res No

Item/Comments

Div.Resp Comp Date

14.4.09 FB

2205536

CW3.3 - Report regarding the installation of vandal proof pans/toilet facilities similar to those in correctional facilities to reduce vandalism in public toilets. Comment: Reported Item 3.5 City Works Committee 22.9.09

CW

12.5.09 JB

2234874

PE5.1 - report on feasibility of building a low level crossing at Wedderburn that would allow for better environmental flows compared to what is there now.

CW Dec 2009

18.3.08 AC

1770751

CW 5.2 - That a report be presented outlining proposed information brochure options for Council's Tree Policy and Tree Removal Guidelines. Comment: Pending completion of Stage 3 of the SCDCP which includes tree removal

CW Dec 2009

*Date of Decision *Mover *Res No

Item/Comments

Div.Resp Comp Date

5.8.08 AC

1928722

CG3.1 - Further report upon completion of the road closure and creation of title in respect to the future use of the land - Robinson St Campbelltown. Comment: Subject to Department of Lands approval for a closure, currently taking approximately 12 months.

BS Mar 2010

4.8.09 FB

2331201

CG3.1 - Further report upon receipt of marketing submission and valuation of the property prior to sale process - Surplus property at Eschol Park.

BS Nov 2009

1.9.09 JB

CS (Minutes) - Report following investigations with other Councils about how the run Community Consultation meetings.

BS Nov 2009

*Date of Decision *Mover *Res No

Item/Comments

Div.Resp Comp Date

26.7.05 SC 534

876017

2.4 PE- Report on the status of the Draft DCP for Macarthur Gardens with a view to adopting a site specific DCP for this site. Comment: With applicants awaiting changes to Draft DCP

PE (DS)

Nov 2009

12.12.06 JB

1327990

PE 2.4 Report presenting the Draft LES and Preliminary Draft LEP- Glenlee. Comment: Delays incurred in finalising rezoning investigations by applicants and Councils

PE (EP)

Feb 2010

18.3.08 JB

1771059

PE 5.1 - Report be presented on the Affordable Housing Strategy with special emphasis on ways that Council can proactively facilitate community, cooperative and boarding housing in the Campbelltown LGA. Comment: Reported Item 2.3 Planning and Environment Committee 22.9.09

PE (EP)

10.3.09 JB

2168301

PE5.1 - Report outlining planning measures Council can take to: i) Reduce the need for air conditioners. ii) Reduce the heat rising to the atmosphere created directly by development. iii) Enhance the provision of energy conservation in residential, commercial and industrial development.

PE (EP)

Nov 2009

9.6.09 MO

2265652

PE2.5 - Report following completion of public exhibition of Draft Sustainable Planting Policy.

PE (EP)

Nov 2009

4.8.09 GG

2331158

Report evaluating success of 2009 Macarthur Photography Competition.

PE (EP)

Dec 2009

4.8.09 PH

2335881

Further report following November Environmental Protection and Heritage Council meeting examining the recommendations that flow from that meeting.

PE (WS)

Dec 2009

4.8.09 JB

2335879

PE2.2 - Report on feasibility of establishing a dedicated Sustainability Initiatives Fund from the savings achieved through the Energy Action Plan

PE (EP)

Oct 2009

10. REPORT OF DIRECTOR CITY WORKS

10.1 City Works Activity Report

Attachments

Activity Report.

Report

Works activities, both programmed and responsive, are proceeding according to program and on demand, and are outlined in the attached Activity Report. Statistics on graffiti are also presented in the Activity report. It should be noted that the format of the Activity Report continues to be reviewed to better reflect the areas and program/projects being undertaken by Council.

Officer's Recommendation

That the information be noted. Council Meeting 29 September 2009 (Glynn/Borg) That the Officer's Recommendation be adopted. Council Resolution Minute Number 255 That the Officer's Recommendation be adopted.

ATTACHMENT 1

11. REPORT OF DIRECTOR COMMUNITY SERVICES

11.1 Music in Communities Awards 2009

Attachments

Nil.

Report

Council has been provided with an opportunity to apply to the Music in Communities Network for up to $20,000 to assist with holding the 2010 All Ages Music Program in Campbelltown. Music in Communities Network is Australia's only national network for community music practitioners. It has been set up to raise awareness about, and stimulate action in, community based music making by helping to build the capacity of individuals and groups to develop and sustain effective recreational music making programs in communities. The All Ages Music Program is coordinated and supported by Campbelltown Council, together with financial support from Indent (Music NSW) and local industry partners. The All Ages Music Program has evolved over the last three years to provide opportunities for young people to engage in local music activities in a safe and positive environment and build local cultural and professional development programs for young people aspiring to careers in music. The program has seen the strengthening of grassroots musical development. Youth volunteering and engagement is also actively pursued and continues to be a major outcome of the program. The funding would assist in supporting Fisher's Gig 2010 and touring acts which would perform at Campbelltown Arts Centre.

Officer's Recommendation

1. That Council endorse the funding submission of up to $20,000 the Music in Communities Network for up to $20,000 to assist with holding the 2010 All Ages Music Program in Campbelltown.

2. That is successful, the funding agreement with the Music in Communities

Network be accepted and signed under the Seal of Council, if required. Council Meeting 29 September 2009 (Thompson/Rowell) That the Officer's Recommendation be adopted. Council Resolution Minute Number 256 That the Officer's Recommendation be adopted.

12. REPORT OF DIRECTOR PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT

No reports this round