MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING
HELD AT THE COUNCIL CHAMBER, MORELAND CIVIC CENTRE,
90 BELL STREET, COBURG
ON WEDNESDAY 11 FEBRUARY 2015
The meeting commenced at 7 pm
PRESENT:
Cr Meghan Hopper (Mayor), Cr Sue Bolton, Cr Lita Gillies, Cr John Kavanagh,
Cr Samantha Ratnam, Cr Lambros Tapinos, Cr Michael Teti (7.16 pm), Cr Lenka Thompson,
Cr Rob Thompson, Cr Oscar Yildiz JP
APOLOGIES:
Cr Davidson.
Cr Ratnam moved, Cr Kavanagh seconded that The apology for Cr Davidson be accepted.
Carried
OFFICERS:
Chief Executive Officer – Nerina Di Lorenzo
Director Corporate Services – James Scott
Director City Infrastructure – Grant Thorne
Director Social Development – Andrew Day
Director Planning and Economic Development - Kirsten Coster
Manager Governance – Lidia Harding
Manager Marketing and Communications – Marco Bass
Internal Communications Officer – Michael Winkler
Social Media Officer - Fatima Mawas
IT Infrastructure Support Officer – Peter Charalambous
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES:
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Tapinos seconded that The minutes of the Council Meeting held on 10 December 2014 be confirmed.
Carried
INTERESTS AND/OR CONFLICT OF INTERESTS:
Nil
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PETITIONS:
BALLARAT STREET, BRUNSWICK - PETITION FOR 1P PARKING RESTRICTION TO
PERMIT ZONE (CRS 392515) (D14/380548)
A petition (D14/376411, CRS 392515) has been received containing 15 signatures
requesting Council to change the existing one hour parking restrictions in Ballarat Street to
Permit Zone.
Cr Kavanagh moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve:
1.
The petition be received and noted.
2.
The petition be referred to the Director City Infrastructure for consideration.
3.
Any proposed action is emailed to all Ward Councillors, allowing seven clear days for
Councillor feedback.
4.
The first named signatory to the petition be advised of this action.
Carried
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEE TO COUNCIL:
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORT FORUM (D14/363278)
The minutes of the Metropolitan Transport Forum meeting held on Wednesday, 5 November
2014 are provided for Council’s information.
Key Item Discussed:
 Principal Traffic Flow Network.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr L Thompson seconded that The report from Committee to Council be received and noted.
Carried
FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES (D14/373897)
The minutes of the Moreland Family and Children’s Services Advisory Committee (FCSAC)
meeting held on 19 November 2014 are provided for Council’s information.
Key Items Discussed:
 Family Violence
 Productivity Commission Inquiry into Childcare and Early Childhood Education
 Early Years Strategy
 Transition to school
 Forum Working Group update
 Information sharing from members
 Planning for 2015.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr L Thompson seconded that The report from Committee to Council be received and noted.
Carried
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MORELAND HOUSING MATTERS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES (D15/18535)
The minutes of the Moreland Housing Matters Advisory Committee meeting held on
4 September 2014 are provided for Council’s information.
Key Items Discussed:
 Cr L. Thompson’s Community Land Trust research trip;
 Social housing projects updates in Brunswick, Coburg and Merlynston; and
 Plans for Maurice Blackburn Oration by Tony Nicholson, (Executive Director,
Brotherhood of St Laurence) with a housing theme.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr L Thompson seconded that The report from Committee to Council be received and noted.
Carried
QUESTION TIME:
QT1/15
MR MICHAEL FORLIZZO - COBURG
Mr Forlizzo asked Council for an update of the proposed Russell Street, Coburg
development and enquired if it was true that Council had to pay a $10 million compensation
to Equiset Grollo?
Cr Tapinos advised that this development was part of the Coburg Initiative project and as the
economics did not stack up, the project did not go ahead. There will be something on the site
in the future. The agreed compensation paid was in the vicinity of $1.6 million.
QT2/15
MS EMMA CORNISH-GILES - MERLYNSTON
Ms Cornish-Giles advised Council that the lack of infrastructure in Merlynston is affecting the
establishment of a playgroup in the area as there is nowhere for the group to meet, other
than in people’s homes. The Merlynston Hall is not available as it is housing Christmas
decorations. She asked Council if the families of Merlynston will be considered in the next
budget round and money allocated to Merlynston Hall?
Cr Bolton advised that she is aware of the issues in the area and interested in the lack of
community facilities available considering that other venues are also closing or moving in
Merlynston. She hopes that the next budget round can address this issue for families.
Cr Tapinos advised that officers would be happy to look into other venues within the area for
the group to use. The Merlynston Hall is underutilised and there are associated heritage
issues which means that a lot of planning needs to go into this project to get it off the ground.
Cr Yildiz advised that there have been discussion about this issue going on for the last
5-6 years, Council needs to move on this project and stop talking about it.
QT3/15
MS FERN SMITH - MERLYNSTON
Ms Smith advised Council that she is an active member of the Merlynston community and
community members have in 2013 submitted a Draft Business Plan, which outlined residents
support for heritage overlays and restoring the Merlynston Hall.
She noted that Council’s current Capital Works budget is underspent and asked Councillors
to make a pledge to commit funds to the repair if the Merlynston Hall.
Cr Bolton advised that she knows of a resident that has offered to do an oral history of the
Merlynston Hall.
Cr Gillies advised that she knows there are demographic waves in areas, but it is important
for Council to maintain its assets and therefore this issue needs to be addressed.
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Cr Tapinos advised that although this issue may have been discussed for some years, the
only motion that has been considered by Council was regarding the heritage overlays.
Council needs to work with the community to make this project a top priority.
7.16 pm
QT4/15
Cr Teti entered the Council Chamber.
MR NIC DOLBY - WEST BRUNSWICK
Mr Dolby advised Council that he supports the motion being considered by Council at its
meeting tonight on Fossil Fuel Divestment Options, but would also like Council to consider
divestment from profit banks to not for profit community banks and credit unions.
Cr Hopper advised that the ability for not-for-profit community banks and credit unions to
meet the size of Council’s loans and assets is problematic as many not for profit banks do
not have the capacity required by Council.
James Scott, Director Corporate Services advised that he is happy to take up the issue on
behalf of Council, however the key element is the credit rating the institution can provide and
if they will qualify for Council’s requirements.
Cr Kavanagh advised that he is of the understanding that Council cannot put its money into
non-government guaranteed organisations.
James Scott, Director Corporate Services advised that this was correct as well as other
factors.
QT5/15
MR VICTOR MARSHALL - NORTH CARLTON
Mr Marshall asked Council why it is annexing, narrowing and supporting commercial
developments on the former inner circle railway land, which is recognised as a rare
ecological system connection in a heavily built area? Will Council have the vision to
recognised and maximise this important environmental link between the Merri and Moonee
Ponds creeks? If Moreland City Council did this it would create the missing link that connects
a green environmental strip and parkland around all of Melbourne.
Cr Kavanagh advised that this issue goes back to the 2005 application for the
redevelopment of the VideoEzy store in Nicholson Street, Brunswick East and at the time
Government approval was granted for the video store to be changed into a bike shop.
Cr Bolton advised that she is very worries about the lack of green space.
Cr Hopper advised that the planning application in relation to this site is being handled by
Yarra City Council and therefore the resident would need to deal with them.
QT6/15
MR GRAEME KELK - NORTH CARLTON
Mr Kelk asked Council in relation to 815 Nicholson Street, Brunswick East since its initial
development in 2009 starting as a cafe and operating only during daylight hours, there has
been a massive expansion in seating capacity, hours of operation, such that liquor is now
sold until late at night. It is difficult how selling liquor at midnight relates to park use. Council
has given approval to this under its role as committee of management and planning
authority. These decisions have had a considerable impact on local residents who have
never been given a fair voice. For future development on this parkland, will Council notify in
advance residents so as to enable full and wide community consultation? In light if the huge
increase in the residential population and the need for parkland, does Council intent to
approve more commercial developments in the linear park?
Kirsten Coster, Director Planning and Economic Development advised that the St Ali permits
were handled by Moreland City Council and advertised extensively through both the lease
and planning application process. The liquor licence is controlled by the Liquor Licensing
Commission and ends at 10pm. Yarra City Council are now considering further applications
and have been told that they need to align the hours of operation with current lease and
planning permit conditions. The application will be advertised and Council will be notified so
that they can make a submission.
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Cr Gillies advised that she is opposed to building on parkland.
Cr Tapinos advised that residents needs to look out for advertising and notification of the
planning permit. Council does not anticipate any more future developments in the area. This
particular business has been a great success in Moreland with many patrons using it on a
daily basis.
Cr Bolton advised asked Kirsten Coster, Director Planning and Economic Development what
the advertising and notification requirements are with developments that cross two Council
borders?
Kirsten Coster, Director Planning and Economic Development advised that the requirement
is to advise the adjoining properties, hence Moreland’s interest in this matter.
Cr Hopper advised that Council is growing its open space through developer contributions,
and although there are examples of takeover, there are also growth areas.
QT7/15
TERESA ON BEHALF OF GIUSEPPE CUTRI - PASCOE VALE
Teresa advised Council that a group of Italian pensioners would like to access the Bocce
Club in Landells Road, Raeburn Reserve and would be happy to play on the other pitch
provided as there are two bocce grounds. The group feels it is unfair to chain the grounds so
that no other groups can use it and feel that it would be fair for all of the community to use
the facility that the Council provides. The group is also happy to share the lease so that all
pensioner groups can use the grounds. Will Council include an option in the new lease for
the club to allow ordinary Moreland pensioners, ratepayers and other members to play
bocce?
James Scott, Director Corporate Services advised that now that the lease is up for renewal
the plan is to set it up for community access. At the moment the currently lease holders pay
a fee to have the space.
Cr Kavanagh advised that he understands the concerns of the club and is pleased to see
that the lease is being reconsidered. He asked if Council would get to see the lease before it
is signed?
James Scott, Director Corporate Services advised that typically Council would not see the
lease, but he will take this as a request to see it.
Cr Yildiz asked of the group could be relocated to another venue?
James Scott, Director Corporate Services advised that Officers can look at interim options.
The lease that is currently in place has sole usage, which is an issue, and the new lease will
work to maximise the facility and open it up to other users.
Cr Kavanagh advised that Council is the landowner on behalf of the community in this case
and can direct the group considering that the lease has expired.
Extension of Time
Cr Kavanagh moved, Cr Gillies seconded that Question time be extended by 30 minutes.
Carried
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QT8/15
MS LUISE ZANTHYA - COBURG
Ms Zanthya advised Council that she is concerned about the use of the public toilets in the
Coburg Library. Coburg Central has a lack of public toilets and for cultural reasons and other
reasons people avoid using the Exiloo’s available in the Coburg Mall. The Library toilet is
over populated and there is often a line of people waiting to use the facility. The Library
needs 3 toilets at a minimum and staff should not be made responsible for maintenance or
complaints about the toilet.
She asked Council what the timeline was for the renovation of the Coburg Library toilets
facilities so that they are line with the facilities at Brunswick Library?
Cr Hopper advised that the issues raised are al valid and different facilities lack space for
more toilets to be installed.
Andrew Day, Director Social Development advised that he was not aware of any complaints
and would speak to the Manager to understand the issues.
Grant Thorne, Director City Infrastructure advised that the Public Toilet Strategy was
adopted in 2014 and there is an allocation for upgrade of toilets, but can’t commit to funding
for that site in the next year.
Cr Bolton advised that she has received a number of complaints and the issue can’t be seen
in isolation as there is a general lack of toilets in Coburg Central. With the closing of the
Coles toilets, some people don’t shop in the area and although the Public Toilet Strategy has
Coburg down on the list, it needs to increase the number of toilet blocks.
Cr Ratnam advised that this issue is on Council’s radar and hence the public toilet budget
has increased over the last few years.
Cr Tapinos advised that the demand across the city is not meet with the current budget
allocation. The Exiloo’s seem to be inaccessible for patrons. He suggested working with
traders to use their facilities.
QT9/15
MR DAVID SENGIOR - MERLYNSTON
Mr Sengior thanked Council for supporting the community on the issues being raised with
regards to Merlynston Hall.
ON1/15
MR ANTHONY IACOBACCIO - GLENROY
Mr Iacobaccio advised Council that he visits Kingsford Smith Reserve in Glenroy frequently,
but would like to be able to access the Moonee Ponds Creek Path, but can’t due to it being
gravel.
Cr Kavanagh advised that he would like to meet the resident on site and exchanged details.
Grant Thorne, Director City Infrastructure advised that he will look into this issue further and
provide a response.
ON NOTICE ITEMS FROM PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETING:
ONR1/15
ON NOTICE ITEM FROM 10 DECEMBER 2014 COUNCIL MEETING
(D15/18548)
The following item was taken on notice at the previous Council meeting.
 ON6/14 Mr Geoff Hanlon – Glenroy Neighbourhood Learning Centre
A copy of the response is attached for information.
Cr Bolton moved Cr Gillies seconded that The On Notice Item from the Council meeting dated 10 December 2014 be noted.
Carried
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REPORTS BY MAYOR AND COUNCILLORS:
MCR1/15
Cr Sue Bolton
On 4 February 2015, I organised a very successful ward meeting for North-East residents in
Fawkner. Around 30 people, mostly from Fawkner and North Coburg attended.
Issues raised included:

Dumped rubbish at the closed Kangan Batman TAFE in Charles Street, North Coburg.

Council decision to knock back Moomba Park Primary School’s request for a partnership
with council for a community garden. People were worried that this indicated that council
had a cap on the number of community gardens in the area.

What council is doing and can do to address the issues of heatwaves, need for heat
refuges, tree cover, urban heat island effect.

Need for a kitchen upgrade to commercial kitchen standard to allow for an expansion of
the food bank program plus meals for people who can’t afford to eat in Fawkner. It was
reported that there is a big problem with poverty, lack of income, and not being able to
afford to eat by a significant minority of the community.

Lack of cleanliness of Fawkner pool and council’s steps to address this.

Lack of opening hours of Fawkner pool.

Need to renovate and reopen the Progress Hall in Merlynston especially now that the
Uniting Church is being sold and the impending relocation of Sussex Street
Neighbourhood House. This means that there will be a lack of places for people to meet
or hold classes locally. Older residents at the meeting remember when going to the hall
to see films and for dances. An oral history of the hall is being prepared.

Traffic congestion making it unsafe and difficult for elderly, infirm citizens and children to
cross O’Hea Street at peak hour.

Need for a youth centre in Fawkner.

Council’s decision to stop rotating Council meetings around Fawkner, Glenroy and
Brunswick.

The jump in fees that Council is charging for Fawkner Bowling Club means that the club
is returning one of its greens to the Council. The Council’s proposal is for it to become a
netball court. There was support from the meeting for this proposal.
In the lead up to the meeting, a couple of people contacted me with their apologies and to
raise the lack of public toilet facilities in Coburg.
8.10 pm
Cr Yildiz left the Council Chamber.
MCR2/15
Cr John Kavanagh
Cr Kavanagh advised Council that in January 2015, he attended the funeral of Moreland
resident Marie Minette. The funeral was a real tribute to her life and he recognised her
influential role in the Glenroy community.
8.12 pm
Cr Yildiz returned to the Council Chamber and resumed his seat.
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MCR3/15
Cr Meghan Hopper
11 December 2014:
I filmed a short section for a video that Council released as part of a bicycle safety blitz along
Sydney Road. This highlighted Moreland’s expenditure on cycling infrastructure and
encouraged motorists, cyclists and pedestrians to be more considerate in their sharing of
roads. Police were active on Sydney Road in the December period educating cyclists and
drivers around shared road usage.
I attended the Christmas parties for the Moreland Energy Foundation Limited (MEFL) and for
the Moreland Business Network. Both were opportunities to catch up with businesses,
residents and volunteers playing an active role in our community.
12 December 2014:
I joined with the then CEO Peter Brown to open Pentridge Boulevard. Pentridge Boulevard is
now getting great use in connecting up Pentridge residents with Bell Street.
Toured the Glenroy and Fawkner libraries. During this tour I heard about some of the
concerns being experienced around outdated infrastructure and space at both of these
libraries but particularly at Glenroy. Based on the number of residents in Glenroy we require
a space more than double the size of our current library to adequately cater to demand.
Councillors will be aware that at the December Council meeting we approved consultation
plans to rebuild the Glenroy Library at a new site at the former Glenroy Primary School. This
is a discussion that I have eagerly progressed and which I touch on elsewhere in this report.
Attended first anniversary celebrations at the Oxygen Youth Centre in Coburg. It was
encouraging to hear how many young people are using this facility on a regular basis.
On 13 December 2014, I had the pleasure of speaking at Carols by the Lake. As always this
was a beautiful evening, well attended by families from throughout the municipality.
On 15 December 2014, I attended and spoke at the Newlands Senior Citizens’ Christmas
Party. I also met with the CEO and staff at Hope Street Youth and Family Services and was
provided with a tour of their housing facility. This was an eye-opening experience and it is
clear that Hope Street are doing exceptional work with limited resources.
On 16 December 2014, I caught up with the Chair of MEFL, Monique Conheady to hear
about MEFL’s work. I also hosted a Moreland Citizenship Ceremony for over 100 residents.
On 17 December 2014, I met with representatives of the Brunswick Neighbourhood House,
Leonie Morgan and Glenyys Romanes to discuss progress at Council’s Saxon Street
Community Hub. We farewelled Richard Brown who left Moreland following many years as
our Friends of Aileu Project Coordinator. I also had the honour of speaking at the Grade 6
graduation for Pascoe Vale Primary School. I congratulate all of the students and teachers
involved again on an excellent evening and hope that the students are all enjoying the start
of their time at secondary school over recent weeks.
19 December 2014:
I was provided with a tour of the Crivelli Fine Coffee roasting facility in Coburg North by their
Managing Director, Debra Knight. In November Crivelli were the recipients of a Northern
Business Achievement Award for Customer Service Excellence and it was clear from my
tour why this was the case. In particular the roasting facility prides itself on cleanliness. It
was wonderful to hear about all the major coffee shops and chains that get their coffee
through a Moreland business.
I attended the Coburg Night Market where Santa and I drew a raffle, the proceeds of which
went to the Asylum Seeker Welcome Centre in Brunswick.
On 22 December 2014, Cr Yildiz and I met with a representative of the car share industry to
discuss car share bays in Moreland.
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On 24 December 2014, Council celebrated our annual Christmas Party for staff members
which, as always, was a lovely opportunity to spend time with staff and to thank them for all
of their hard work throughout the year.
Over the Christmas and New Year period it was quiet in the office and the lack of ceremonial
engagements gave me a good opportunity to catch up on reading, correspondence and
planning for the year ahead. In particular I enjoyed having the time to read in more detail the
Northern Horizons: 50 Year Infrastructure Strategy for Melbourne’s North report, to which
Moreland was a primary contributor, as well as State reports on libraries and urban planning.
On 1 January 2015, many residents may have read or heard a number of media reports in
relation to written correspondence between the Mayor’s office and the former Minister for
Immigration, the Honourable Scott Morrison MP in relation to citizenship ceremonies. In
November I had resolved, following discussion with Councillors, not to read the message
supplied by the Minister at Citizenship Ceremonies and I wrote to the Minister
communicating that decision. The Minister responded on December 23 indicating that if I did
not agree to read the message by January 10, Moreland’s ability to conduct citizenship
ceremonies would be revoked by January 20, shortly before our planned annual Australia
Day ceremony.
Whilst this experience was fairly startling it did result in some incredibly productive
conversations with leaders in the asylum seeker and refugee advocacy community, including
a meeting with Mr Kon Karapanagiotidis, CEO of the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, and
Mr Tri Nguyen, founder of The Gift of Refuge. I am hopeful that these conversations will lead
to Council being able to contribute further to the debate around asylum seekers, including
through a potential roundtable between the ASRC and Refugee Welcome Zone Councils.
I can report that as a result of the media coverage my correspondence with the Minister
received, Council received several dozen messages of support for Council’s stance on
asylum seeker policy in addition to hundreds of interactions on social media platforms.
Some of the coverage is available here:
http://www.smh.com.au/federal-politics/political-news/scott-morrison-threatens-to-stopcitizenship-ceremonies-by-moreland-city-council-20150101-12gdp9.html
http://thenewdaily.com.au/news/2015/01/02/scott-morrison-ransom-note/
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/north/moreland-mayor-says-australia-day-citizenshipceremony-not-in-jeopardy/story-fnglenug-1227175788824
http://www.mamamia.com.au/social/moreland-mayor/
At our Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony I delivered a speech that addressed this situation
and also spoke to Australia’s proud history of immigration and multiculturalism. This is
available at https://www.scribd.com/doc/253717269/Moreland-Australia-Day-Speech-FINAL.
On 3 and 4 January 2015, I spoke to The Herald Sun and Channel 9 about simplifying
parking signs on major thoroughfares such as Sydney Road.
On 6 January 2015, I met with Governance staff at Council to discuss Council’s resolution in
2014 to seek a sister city relationship agreement with Kathmandu in Nepal. I am eager to
progress this resolution during my term, in recognition of the strong friendship that Moreland
shares with our Nepalese community and we will be setting meetings in 2015 to continue
this discussion.
On 9 January 2015, I attended the 100th birthday celebrations of Ms Elvira Bruno in Glenroy.
Elvira enjoyed a special lunch with friends and family members.
On 14 January 2015, I met with one of the new Members of the Legislative Council for the
Northern Metropolitan Region, Fiona Patten to discuss Moreland’s priorities and some of her
key objectives.
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From 15 to 17 January 2015, I attended the VLGA’s Mayoral Leadership Conference at
Werribee Mansion where I had the opportunity to network with Mayors and local government
workers from across the State and to learn skills and qualities essential to being a successful
Mayor.
On 18 January 2015, I attended the Annual Multicultural Mawlid celebrations in Glenroy.
22 January 2015:
Along with Cr Yildiz, Cr Kavanagh, the then-CEO and members of Council staff I attended
the Australia Post Australia Day luncheon hosted by the Governor of Victoria.
I visited The Commons where I was pleased to be invited to draw the ballot for residents to
live in the new environmentally sustainable residential development, Nightingale, which is
currently under application before Urban Planning Committee.
That evening I also opened the newest exhibition at the Counihan Gallery, Allegories of the
PRB/The Prosopopeias.
On 23 January 2015, Council hosted a farewell function for outgoing CEO, Peter Brown.
Peter retired from his role as CEO of Moreland on 30 January 2015, following more than
12 years as CEO and around 15 years in total with the City of Moreland. His farewell was an
emotional occasion which paid tribute to his many successes, particularly in the areas of
infrastructure and strategic acquisitions.
On 26 January 2015, I attended Moreland Rotary’s Annual Australia Day Breakfast at
Coburg Civic Centre, followed by Council’s Citizenship Ceremony, which I have discussed in
some detail earlier. We were joined at the Citizenship Ceremony by guest speaker and
Australia Day Ambassador, Mr Pat La Manna, whose speech was warmly enjoyed by all. We
also had a number of MPs and Councillors attend this special ceremony including Federal
Member for Wills Kelvin Thomson, State Minister and Brunswick MLA Jane Garrett, Pascoe
Vale MLA Lizzie Blandthorn, Broadmeadows MLA Frank McGuire, Northern Metropolitan
MLC Greg Barber, and Councillors Lambros Tapinos, John Kavanagh, Samantha Ratnam,
Rob Thompson, and Deputy Mayor Helen Davidson.
27 January 2015:
I joined with Council’s Manager of Art and Culture, Genimaree Panozzo to meet with
Broadmeadows MLA Frank McGuire onsite at his office and at the Broadmeadows Global
Learning Centre. We had an exceptionally fruitful discussion around the success of the
Global Learning Centre model, how it has been implemented in Broadmeadows and
Cragieburn, and how Moreland could learn from this model in developing and funding a new
Glenroy library. Touring the Broadmeadows Global Learning Centre I observed that its size
is roughly equivalent to that of the Coburg Library, Fawkner Library, and Glenroy Library
combined. It was apparent how well-used and loved the Global Learning Centre space at
Broadmeadows is – we met one young mother who was a first-generation Australian and
when we asked how often she visited the Global Learning Centre with her family, she told us
that she came every day, both to utilise the learning resources and children’s story time but
also because she feels safe and comfortable there.
I Chaired the election for new Executive officeholders on the Board of CERES Environment
Park and attended the subsequent Board meeting. I congratulate and look forward to
working with new Board Chair Jo Barraket; Deputy Chair Josh Floyd; Secretary Sue Lewis;
and Treasurer Tom Dobson.
On 28 January 2015, Nerina Di Lorenzo commenced her role as Moreland Chief Executive
Officer. Nerina has got off to a running start, brings a fresh and contagious energy and is
proactively seeking out opportunities to work closely with Councillors, Directors and Officers.
I am particularly excited about working with Nerina to progress Moreland’s advocacy
objectives, particularly under the new State Government.
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On 30 January 2015, Cr Tapinos, Cr Ratnam and I met with representatives of the
Brunswick Terminal Station residents group to discuss their ongoing concerns with this
project.
On 31 January 2015, I joined with the Australian Association of Kastorians in Coburg North
to celebrate the Ragoutsaria Festival.
On 1 February 2015, Moreland walked in Pride March at St Kilda and I was proud to be able
to walk with Council’s banner to support and promote the work Council does with our
LGBTIQ community.
2 February 2015:
I visited Space Tank Studio in Coburg North where I had a tour to see progress at this new
space for artists, creatives and makers, and assisted to film a promotional video. Space
Tank is a great example of a local business working closely with Council’s Economic
Development team.
Council hosted a small function to provide recently elected State MLAs and MLCs with the
opportunity to meet Councillors, Directors and our new CEOs.
Additionally, work kicked off for the permanent park at the corner of Wilson Avenue and
Sydney Road on February 2, a very exciting development that I look forward to watching
progress over the next few months.
3 February 2015:
I recorded the Mayor’s message for Council’s Welcome to Moreland video, which I
encourage you to check out on YouTube for a great overview of all the facilities Council
operates in Moreland.
I attended the Moreland Libraries Advisory Committee meeting at Coburg Library.
4 February 2015:
I met with the Director of Social Development, Andrew Day to discuss the possibility of
Council contributing to the Royal Commission into Family Violence with a submission. This is
an opportunity for Moreland to draw on resources and knowledge within our community to
contribute to a critically important policy debate affecting local women and children.
Cr Ratnam is moving a motion in relation to this at the February Council Meeting.
Cr Tapinos, Cr Ratnam and I had a tour of Council’s property at Saxon Street and attended
the first steering committee meeting for the new Community Hub that Council will be
constructing on that site.
On 5 February 2015, I attended and spoke at a meeting to discuss the viability of forming a
new Neighbourhood Watch group in Brunswick South.
7 February 2015 was a busy day – I attended and spoke at the opening of the Melbourne
Buddhist Centre on David Street in Brunswick; I attended a 100th birthday celebration for a
Coburg resident; and I also spoke at the Brunswick Beethoven Festival, where attendees
enjoyed a performance from violinist Catherine Shugg, pianist David Selig and narrator
Philip Bailey, in a celebration of the life of Yehudi and Hephzibah Menuhin.
10 February 2015:
I visited the Triple R studios in Brunswick East where I received a tour from station manager
Dave Houchin, caught up with a former university lecturer, heard about the station’s
concerns in relation to a local planning application which could block their radio
transmission, and renewed my station membership.
I was very excited to join with Council officers and representatives from the Lighthouse
Foundation, PIF group and Henley Properties to turn the sod at the future affordable housing
project these organisations have partnered to build in Merlynston. Council procured the
block of land for this purpose around ten years ago so to see the project coming to fruition is
a fantastic outcome.
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MCR4/15
Cr Lambros Tapinos
Cr Tapinos advised Council that he attended the Coburg Lake Seniors Festival in January
2015 which bought together different groups of seniors. It was a well attended event with a
lot of positive feedback received.
GENERAL BUSINESS:
GB2/15
HOPE STREET BUS REINSTATEMENT
Cr Samantha Ratnam
Cr Ratnam advised that the previous State Government ceased operation of the Hope Street
Bus service in 2012. This resulted in the loss of a significant public transport route and option
for the Moreland community – particularly our elderly residents who relied on this bus for
access to independent living, shopping and a social network. The State Member for Brunswick,
The Hon. Jane Garrett promised that the bus would be reinstated if the ALP won government :
http://leader.newspaperdirect.com/epaper/viewer.aspx. This motion seeks to advocate on
behalf of the Moreland community for this commitment to be honoured and this vital public
transport option to be restored.
Cr Ratnam moved, Cr Tapinos seconded that Council –
Writes to the Victorian State Government Minister for Transport and State Member for
Brunswick requesting an update on the State Government’s plans to reinstate the operation of
the Hope Street Bus service and asks that the service be reinstated as soon as possible.
Amendment
Cr Bolton moved, Cr Gillies seconded that A report be presented to, preferably at the next council meeting, but by the April meeting at the
latest, which outlines opportunities for assistance to the Hope Street bus users:

Financial and other assistance to organise a community event for people impacted by the
decision to close the Hope Street bus.

Financial and other assistance to produce a leaflet to letterbox the route of the bus and
adjacent streets to notify residents of the event.
Cr Tapinos moved, Cr Kavanagh that that the amendment be deferred.
Carried
Cr Bolton called for a division on the amendment.
For
Cr Hopper
Cr Kavanagh
Cr Tapinos
Cr Teti
Cr R Thompson
Cr Yildiz
Against
Cr Bolton
Cr Gillies
Cr Ratnam
Cr L Thompson
Total For (6)
Total Against (4)
The substantive motion was carried
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GB3/15
REVIEW OF THE BRUNSWICK TERMINAL STATION
Cr Samantha Ratnam
Cr Ratnam advised that the State Member for Brunswick Jane Garrett made an election
promise that if the ALP were elected to government, they would conduct an independent
review into the proposed upgrade of the Brunswick Terminal Station. This motion seeks to
request an update on the when this review will be conducted and the process by which
Council will be able to make a submission to the review.
http://www.janegarrett.org.au/media-releases/labor-promises-review-for-brunswick-terminalstation/
Cr Ratnam moved, Cr Bolton seconded that 1.
Council writes to the State Member for Brunswick and Premier requesting an update
on when the independent review into proposed upgrade of the Brunswick Terminal
Station will be conducted and information about the process by which Council will be
able to make a submission to the review.
2.
Council receive a briefing on Council’s Municipal Emergency Management Plan
(MEMP) and how this interacts with an emergency evacuation from the Brunswick
Terminal Station site.
3.
Council invite the Municipal Emergency Response Co-ordinator (Victoria Police), as
the lead agency for enacting emergency evacuation to attend a future briefing of the
Brunswick Terminal Station Community Reference Group to discuss how a community
evacuation response would be managed in the event of an incident at Brunswick
Terminal Station.
4.
Prior to the final commissioning of the Brunswick Terminal Station that the Municipal
Emergency Planning Committee undertake an exercise which involves an incident at
the Brunswick Terminal Station to test the procedures within the Municipal Emergency
Management Plan.
Carried
8.38 pm
Cr Teti left the Council Chamber and did not return.
GB1/15
HEARING ASSISTED TECHNOLOGY
Cr Sue Bolton
Cr Bolton advised Council that currently Council only has hearing accessibility technology for
the hearing impaired installed at the Council Chambers in Coburg.
There is a need for significant Council venues such as Brunswick Town Hall, Fawkner
Senior Citizens Centre and Glenroy Senior Citizens Centre to also be installed with such
technology and to have a portable version of the technology available for other buildings.
This technology is important for hearing impaired people who often have to guess at what is
being said in meetings.
It would be a big advantage for the council to have some venues which are up to the
standard where they could have the ear symbol displayed.
Cr Bolton moved, Cr Gillies seconded that A report be presented to Council in time for Council budget consideration which:

Prioritises Council venues in Fawkner, Glenroy and Brunswick for hearing assisted
technology for the hearing impaired to be installed.

Proposes consultation with hearing impaired residents.
Cr Tapinos moved that the motion be laid on the table.
Carried
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NOTICES OF MOTION:
NOM4/15
EXTERNAL AUDIT RE JOHN FAWKNER HOSPITAL PLANNING PROCESS
(D15/29219)
Cr Bolton moved, Cr Gillies seconded that 1.
A report be presented at the next Council meeting which sets out the scope and financial
implications of employing an external auditor to review the process for planning
applications MPS/2014/498 and MPS/2014/550 relating to John Fawkner Hospital.
2.
Council foreshadows that, subject to the financial implications from that report, it intends
to appoint an external auditor to undertake this review.
Lost
8.53 pm
Cr Yildiz left the Council Chamber.
8.54 pm
Cr Yildiz returned to the Council Chamber and resumed his seat.
Cr Bolton called for a division.
For
Cr Bolton
Cr Gillies
Against
Cr Hopper
Cr Kavanagh
Cr Ratnam
Cr Tapinos
Cr L Thompson
Cr R Thompson
Cr Yildiz
Total For (2)
Total Against (7)
COUNCIL REPORTS:
DCS2/15
ASSEMBLY OF COUNCILLORS RECORD 1 NOVEMBER 2014 TO
31 DECEMBER 2014 (D15/8717)
Pursuant to Section 80A of the Local Government Act 1989, effective 1 October 2010, an
Assembly of Councillors Record must be reported to the next practicable Council meeting
and recorded in the minutes.
The Assembly of Councillors Record for the period 1 November 2014 to 31 December 2014
is presented at Attachment 1.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve to receive and note the Assembly of Councillors Record for the period
1 November 2014 to 31 December 2014, at Attachment 1.
Carried
DCS3/15
AUSTRALIAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION 2015
NATIONAL BIENNIAL CONFERENCE (D15/8750)
The Australian Local Government Women's Association (ALGWA) 2015 National Biennial
Conference is being held in the Barossa Valley, South Australia from 25-28 March 2015. The
Conference will bring together people interested in issues pertaining to women in the Local
Government sector. This includes ALGWA members, delegates, Local Government Mayors,
Elected Members, Council professional staff and decision-makers from across Australia.
This year, the Conference theme is ‘Step Up & Top Up.’
The Mayor, Cr Hopper, has requested to attend the conference.
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Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve:
1.
That the Mayor, Cr Meghan Hopper represent Council at the Australian Local
Government Women's Association (ALGWA) 2015 National Biennial Conference in the
Barossa Valley, South Australia from 25-28 March 2015.
2.
That travel, accommodation, registration and associated expenses be met from the
Mayor and Councillors Conference and Seminars budget.
3.
To note that there will be significantly less expenditure than anticipated.
Carried
DCS4/15
INSTRUMENTS OF DELEGATIONS - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER,
MUNICIPAL BUILDING SURVEYOR AND URBAN PLANNING
COMMITTEE (D15/9062)
Council is required under Section 98(1) of the Local Government Act 1989 (‘the Act’) to
prepare and maintain Instruments of Delegation. The last review was undertaken in October
2013 following the Council election. Since then there have been a number of minor
legislative changes provided by Council’s legal adviser.
With the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer to Council it was considered timely to
review and prepare a revised Instrument of Delegation to the Chief Executive Officer and
Urban Planning Committee for Council adoption.
Delegating powers to the Chief Executive Officer and to Council staff ensures a smooth and
consistent decision making procedure in the day-to-day administration of Moreland City
Council.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Kavanagh seconded that Council resolve:
1.
That in the exercise of the powers conferred by section 98(1) of the Local Government
Act 1989 (the Act) and the other legislation referred to in the Instrument of Delegation a)
They be delegated to the person holding the position, acting in or performing the
duties of Chief Executive Officer the powers, duties and functions set out in the
Instrument of Delegation to the Chief Executive Officer at Attachment 1, subject
to the conditions and limitations specified in that Instrument.
b)
Adopt the Instrument of Delegation from the Council to the Urban Planning
Committee at Attachment 2.
c)
The Instruments come into force immediately upon the common seal of Council
is affixed to the Instruments.
d)
On the coming into force of the Instruments the previous delegations to the Chief
Executive Officer and the Urban Planning Committee dated 9 October 2013, be
revoked.
Carried
DCS5/15
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT REPORT - FOR THE PERIOD ENDED
31 DECEMBER 2014 INCLUDING MID YEAR FINANCIAL REVIEW
(D15/17206)
This report presents the Financial Management Report for the financial year to date (YTD)
period ending 31 December 2014.
The Base Operating Performance shows an operating result of $22.688 million
(before operating projects, capital projects and other items). This is favourable by
$4.162 million against budget.
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Operating Projects and New Initiatives have expenditure below budget of $1.502 million.
Year to date expenditure on Capital Projects is under budget by $2.547 million.
The Accounting Surplus is $4.968 million, which is better than the budget by $4.630 million.
The Underlying Result is $3.666 million better than budget.
Some of the positive YTD variances are due to timing differences of expenditure items in
budget and actual results. To forecast a year end position as of 30 June 2015, officers have
undertaken a Mid Year Financial Review (MYFR) process since early December with the
outcome included in this report.
The Mid Year Financial Review undertook a full analysis of budget variances and forecast a
modest funding surplus of $42k for the 2014-2015 financial year compared to the original
budgeted break-even funding result.
Apart from projecting a modest funding surplus after considering all operating and capital
items, the Mid Year Financial Review also accommodates all Council resolutions that had
financial implications.
Cr Yildiz moved, Cr R Thompson seconded that Council resolves
1.
To receive the Financial Management Report for the year to date 31 December 2014
and the Consultants Register as at Attachment 1 and 2 to this report.
2.
To note that Council projects it will meet the financial targets set in the 2014-2015
Adopted Budget with a modest funding surplus.
Carried
DCS6/15
2016 GENERAL VALUATION (D15/6675)
In accordance with the Valuation of Land Act 1960 Council is required to return a general
valuation of all rateable land within its municipal district. The return of the general valuation
is undertaken every two years. The 2016 general valuation is to be based on the level of
values as at 1 January 2016 and will be effective from the 1 July 2016 for the purpose of
assessing municipal rates. The general valuation is to be completed and returned to Council
by 30 April 2016.
Council, in proposing to make a general valuation, must give to the Valuer-General, and to
any other rating authority interested in the valuation of land within its area, notice of its
resolution to cause a general valuation to be made.
Cr Tapinos moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve:
1.
To undertake the 2016 General Valuation of all properties within the municipality.
2.
Authorise the Director Corporate Services to give notice to the Valuer-General and all
other rating authorities interested in the valuation in accordance with Section 6(1) of
the Valuation and Land Act 1960.
Carried
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DCS7/15
FOSSIL FUEL DIVESTMENT OPTIONS (D15/21201)
It was resolved at the October 2014 Council meeting that Council:
 receives a report by 28 February 2015 on: a) Fossil fuel divestment options; b) Analysis
on fossil fuel free investments available to Council; c) Options and implications of
divestment from fossil fuel (CI87/14).
This report aims to provide fossil fuel divestment analysis and option as per the above
Council resolution.
Cr L Thompson moved, Cr Tapinos seconded that Council resolves to:
1.
Note that Council has no direct investments in companies that invest in fossil fuel
projects, which is a key point of difference with the other organisations that have
recently committed to a divestment strategy.
2.
Adopt a positive screening approach for Council’s investment with financial institutions:
3.
a)
Actively invest with fossil free financial institutions within the Moreland City
Council Investment Policy parameters;
b)
Advocate for fossil free financial institutions to improve their credit rating and
financial rate of return;
c)
Work with large banks to improve their CSR and fossil free performance.
Develop a Fossil Fuel Divestment Strategy based on the positive screening approach
by June 2015 that will include the following:
a)
A summary of Council's investments, financial services arrangements and loans.
b)
Strategies, actions, parameters and timelines of the best options to move
Council's investments to financial institutions that do not finance fossil fuel
projects.
c)
A framework to maintain ongoing reporting and review of council's banking to
minimise indirect financing of fossil fuel projects and maintain public confidence
that Council is keeping its commitments.
Carried
Amendment
Cr Bolton moved, Cr Gillies seconded that Council resolve to:
1.
Note that Council has no direct investments in companies that invest in fossil fuel
projects, which is a key point of difference with the other organisations that have
recently committed to a divestment strategy.
2.
Adopt a positive screening approach for Council’s investment with financial institutions:
3.
Develop a Fossil Fuel Divestment Strategy based on a combination of positive and
negative screening approaches by June 2015 that will include the following:
a)
A summary of Council's investments, financial services arrangements and loans.
b)
Strategies, actions, parameters and timelines of the best options to move
Council's investments to financial institutions that do not finance fossil fuel
projects.
c)
A framework to maintain ongoing reporting and review of Council's banking to
minimise indirect financing of fossil fuel projects and maintain public confidence
that council is keeping its commitments.
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4.
That the draft policy be ratified by Council and then go out to consultation for a one
month period before being further considered by Council.
Lost
The substantive motion was carried
9.04 pm
9.06 pm
DCS8/15
Cr Bolton and Cr Gillies left the meeting room.
Cr Bolton and Cr Gillies returned to the meeting room.
MICROSOFT ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT (D15/17766)
Council has appointed the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) as an agent for the
procurement of a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement and the appointment of software providers
on behalf of Council.
MAV conducted a tender involving 77 Councils across Victoria. The tender responses were
assessed by a panel of one MAV Procurement representative and three representatives
from other Victorian Councils.
The tender complied with all Local Government Act 1989 requirements.
The recommendation received from the MAV was to appoint a panel of two providers for the
3 year contract term.
The Microsoft Enterprise Agreement covers the licensing of all Microsoft software for PCs
and servers including email, databases, applications such as Project and Visio, and
operating systems. It covers the purchase and maintenance for all Microsoft software over a
3 year period with the capability to upgrade the software when required and to add extra
licences to the agreement at the end of each year.
Council has for the past 6 years been a part of the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement via MAV
coordinated tenders and contracts and it is recommended that licenses and maintenance
continue to be purchased via this new contract.
The total capital expenditure cost over the 3 year contract is estimated to be $839,000 and
this amount has already been included in the 2014-2015 capital budget and the first two
years of the Five Year Capital Works Program for the 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 financial
periods.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve:
1.
To appoint Data#3 Limited (ABN 31 010 545 267) and Staples Australia Pty Limited
(ABN 94 000 728 398) as the preferred suppliers for the Microsoft Enterprise
Agreement.
2.
That the Director Corporate Services be authorised to do all things necessary to
execute the contract and any other documentation required.
3.
That MAV and the preferred suppliers to be advised of Council’s decision on this
matter.
Carried
DCS9/15
PROPOSED ROAD DISCONTINUANCE ADJOINING 25-27 AND
37 MITCHELL PARADE, PASCOE VALE SOUTH (D14/369917)
Council received a request from a property owner for the discontinuance and sale of the
road reserve in Mitchell Parade, Pascoe Vale South. The road reserve has been enclosed
within the front of the property for many years.
The Property Unit investigated the request and identified that properties between 23 to
37 Mitchell Parade were occupying the road reserve in front of their properties. The owners
were contacted at that time and several expressed interest in acquiring the land.
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A report was considered by Council on 10 April 2013 (DC121/13). Council resolved the
section of road is not reasonably required for public use and authorised Officers to
commence the statutory procedures to discontinue and sell the road for administrative costs
only. It was also resolved that a further report be presented to Council on the outcome of the
statutory procedures.
The purpose of this report is to update Council on the outcome and the progress of
negotiations. This report presents a revised discontinuance plan and an opportunity to
recover the costs associated with the procedures already undertaken.
Cr Yildiz moved, Cr Tapinos seconded that Council resolve:
1.
To rescind its previous decision of 10 April 2013 to commence the statutory
procedures for the discontinuance and sale of the road reserve in the front of 23 to
37 Mitchell Parade, Pascoe Vale South.
2.
That the sections of the road reserve in Mitchell Parade and Wheeler Street, Pascoe
Vale South, adjoining the front of 25 - 27 Mitchell Parade and the front and side of
37 Mitchell Parade, respectively, are not reasonably required as a road for public use.
3.
That the procedures to discontinue and sell the sections of road reserve road in
Mitchell Parade and Wheeler Street, Pascoe Vale South, adjoining the front of
25-27 Mitchell Parade and the front and side of 37 Mitchell Parade, be commenced in
accordance with section 206 and clause 3 of Schedule 10 of the Local Government
Act 1989.
4.
That a public notice of the proposed discontinuance be placed in the Moreland Leader
newspaper and on Council’s website, as required under section 207A and 82A and
section 223 of the Local Government Act 1989 and such notice state that if
discontinued, Council proposes to sell the land from the road to the owners of
25-27 and 37 Mitchell Parade, Pascoe Vale South, in accordance with Council’s Rights
of Way Associated Policies 2011 and the Rights of Way Strategy.
5.
That in the event of any submissions being received, the Urban Planning Committee
consider such submissions and a further report be presented to Council.
6.
That in the event that no submissions are received, the Director Corporate Services be
authorised to do all things necessary to effect the discontinuance and sale of the road
to the adjoining property owners.
Carried
DCS10/15
PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF LAND - 16-20 MCKAY STREET, COBURG
(D14/389133)
16-20 McKay Street, Coburg is a VicRoads owned site which has been used by the
Moreland Community as a public park since 1989 when the then City of Coburg erected a
playground.
The local community has a strong sense of ownership of this site and it has been identified
as an important parcel of open space to retain in the Moreland Open Space Strategy.
At its meeting on 12 February 2014, Moreland City Council resolved to sell 2 small parcels of
land in Coburg in order to fund the acquisition of this site should the opportunity arise. These
sites have now been sold and the proceeds of their sale have been retained for the
acquisition of VicRoads’ site at 16-20 McKay Street, Coburg.
VicRoads sent a letter to Council on 19 December 2014 offering the site to Council for
$655,000 plus GST plus costs subject to:
 Council rezoning the site to Public Park and Recreation Zone (PPRZ);
 Obtaining Government Land Monitor’s (GLM) approval for a direct sale to Council; and
 10% deposit/60 day term.
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Cr L Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve:
1.
That the acquisition of 16-20 McKay Street, Coburg is a strategic acquisition and a
priority for Council.
2.
That the Director Corporate Services be authorised to do all things necessary to effect
the acquisition of the site from VicRoads for $655,000 plus GST plus Costs.
Carried
DCS11/15
PROPOSED RENEWAL OF BOWLING CLUBS LEASES IN
OVERHOLDING (D14/350824)
Council has five bowling clubs that exclusively lease the following premises:
 Brunswick Bowling Club
 Moreland Bowling Club
 West Coburg Bowling Club
 Fawkner Bowling Club
 Glenroy Bowling Club
These leases have expired. A condition of the lease terms gives the opportunity for the
lessee to remain in over holding (on a month to month basis).
Council’s Property and Recreation Services Units conduct lease forum meetings with
Community Sporting Organisations and Bowls Associations. The representatives from the
Bowls Clubs have expressed their interest for their leases to be renewed.
Council must advertise its intention to lease its land under Section 190 of the Local
Government Act 1989 (the Act) if the lease is for 10 years or more and consider any
submissions received in accordance with section 223 of the Act
In the event of any submissions being received a further report will be presented to Council’s
Urban Planning Committee. A further report will be required for a final decision.
Cr Kavanagh moved, Cr Bolton seconded that Council resolve:
1.
To commence the statutory process under section 190 and 223 of the Local
Government Act 1989 (the Act) to give notice of Council's intention to renew the
Brunswick Bowling Club, the Moreland Bowling Club, the West Coburg Bowling Club,
the Fawkner Bowling Club and the Glenroy Bowling Club leases.
2.
In recognition of the significant rent increase that will result from the immediate
application of the rent calculation under Council’s Property Leasing Policy, to apply a
graduated increase in the rent payable being 50% in the first year, 75% in the second
year and 100% in the third year of the lease.
3.
If no submissions are received pursuant to the provisions of Section 223 of the Act
following the publication of the Public Notice, to authorise the Director Corporate
Services to negotiate and execute the lease agreements and do all things necessary
to effect this decision.
4.
In the event submissions are received, a report will be presented to Council’s Urban
Planning Committee to hear submissions. A further report will be required for a final
decision.
Carried
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DCI1/15
HARRISON STREET, BRUNSWICK EAST: PARKING RESTRICTIONS
CONSULTATION OUTCOME (D14/386819)
At the October 2014 Council Meeting (CI95/14), Council resolved to initiate ‘consultation with
residents to assess solutions to parking issues in Harrison Street, Brunswick East near the
Velodrome’.
On 26 November 2014, 131 letters were distributed to the owners and occupiers in Harrison
Street, Nunan Street and Galada Way, Brunswick East as part of consultation to seek
support for the implemented parking changes.
Council’s Parking Management Policy delegates approval to Council officers when it
receives a response from at least 25% of the affected properties, with 60% of those
responses in support of the change. A 24% response rate was received with 62% of those in
favour of the proposal. This is marginally below the threshold outlined in the policy and
hence this issue is being presented to Council.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve to:
1.
Approve the parking changes that incorporate the revised parking arrangements in
Harrison Street, Brunswick East to establish vehicle pull in areas to allow vehicles in
the opposite direction to pass.
2.
Notify residents of Harrison Street, Nunan Street and Galada Way, Brunswick East of
Council’s decision.
Carried
DCI2/15
WATERLOO ROAD, OAK PARK - PARKING RESTRICTIONS (D14/392528)
At the Council meeting held on 10 December 2014, a petition with 32 signatories requesting
parking restrictions on the eastern side of Waterloo Road between Snell Grove and Devon
Road was received by Council. The petition expressed concerns that only one lane of traffic
could get through which is leading to increased conflicts and aggression between drivers
and access to properties was being blocked by inconsiderate drivers. The lead signatory and
Ward Councillors were contacted in December 2014 and informed that a Council report
would be prepared recommending that the parking restrictions requested in the petition be
implemented.
Currently, all day parking is permitted on the eastern side of Waterloo Road which means
that it is often full, presumably by commuters accessing Oak Park Railway Station, and by
employees and business owners/operators at the Snell Grove shops.
After an email was received from the then The Hon Christine Campbell MP on behalf of a
resident, Officers undertook consultation regarding the implementation of 2 hour parking
restrictions in Waterloo Road between Snell Grove and Devon Road in July 2014. The
response rate to the consultation was above the required 25% but support for the restrictions
from those respondents was less than the required 60% set out in Council’s Parking Policy
for approval by Council Officers, and the restrictions were not implemented. All affected
properties were informed of the consultation outcome.
Following the completion of the consultation, local residents signed a petition (with
32 signatures) requesting Council to reconsider the introduction of parking restrictions in
Waterloo Road. Council Officers do not use petitions as part of the decision making for
changes to parking restriction as they do not give a holistic, unbiased view of the residents.
There are no major problems or issues with 2 hour parking restrictions between 8am to 6pm
being installed on the eastern side of Waterloo Road between Snell Grove and Devon Road.
Given the previous consultation showed majority support for the proposal (53%) and the
installation of the parking restrictions will aid residents on Waterloo Road, this report allows
Council to consider the proposal for installation.
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As such, if Council wishes to approve the installation of the restrictions based on the
additional support shown in the petition then Officers will inform local residents of the
outcome and arrange for the signs to be installed.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve to:
1.
Implement 2 hour parking restrictions between 8am to 6pm on Waterloo Road
between Snell Grove and Devon Road.
2.
Advise the first named signatory of Council’s decision in this matter.
Carried
DCI3/15
PROPOSED PARKING RESTRICTIONS - 375 MORELAND ROAD,
COBURG (D14/389616)
As a result of an on-going parking dispute initiated by the business outside 377 Moreland
Road, Coburg, consultation with nearby owners and occupiers was made to replace one
existing unrestricted parking bay with a 2-hour parking restriction parking space during the
times 9am-6pm Monday to Saturday. This is to allow parking opportunity for clients to a
nearby business where vehicles from other nearby businesses are currently parking all day.
A total of four questionnaires were distributed to the properties directly affected with three
being owners of the properties. At the close of the consultation period, 12 December 2014,
only one response was received. A questionnaire was not received from the applicant.
Council’s Parking Management Policy requires a response from at least 25% of the affected
properties, with 60% of those responses in support of the change for Council Officers to
approve any time based parking under delegation. As one positive response was received, it
is recommended that the parking restriction be installed.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve to:
1.
Approve the 2-hour parking restriction outside 375 Moreland Road, Coburg during the
hours of 8am-6pm Monday to Saturday.
2.
Notify residents of 375, 375A and 377 Moreland Road, Coburg of the decision.
Carried
DCI4/15
ALLENBY STREET, COBURG NORTH - PROPOSED TRIAL CLOSURE
CONSULTATION RESULTS (D14/392440)
At the 13 August 2014 Council meeting (DCI62/14), Council resolved to undertake a public
consultation on the proposed trial closure of Allenby Street, Coburg North in accordance with
the Local Government Act 1989. The proposed trial road closure was raised in discussions
between Council and Bega Cheese in order to aid access to Bega Cheese’s factory, improve
road safety and to limit the damage to Council’s assets with the installation of a dedicated
run over area.
This report presents the results of the consultation process and provides Council with
recommendations on a way forward.
The consultation on the proposed trial closure took place between 24 November 2014 and
21 December 2014. The consultation included all owners and occupiers of residential and
commercial properties in Allenby Street, Coburg North as well as emergency services
(fire, ambulance and police).
Based on the submissions received from residential/commercial properties and emergency
services, it is the Officer’s belief that the trial closure should not be undertaken at this time.
Instead alternative options should be investigated to determine if there are more suitable
solutions.
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Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve not to go ahead with the trial closure of Allenby Street, Coburg North, but to
work with Bega Cheese on alternative options.
Carried
DCI5/15
CONTRACT 282T - TENDER FOR ROAD RECONSTRUCTION OF DEVON
AVENUE, COBURG WEST (D14/387279)
Road reconstruction works at Devon Avenue, Coburg West are identified in the 2014-2015
Capital Works Program within the Roads and Car Parks High Crown Reconstruction
Program. The works are required due to the existing condition of the kerb and channel, the
high crown of the road and drainage issues.
Council has invited and assessed tenders for the road reconstruction of Devon Avenue,
Coburg West. The works will involve the construction of underground drainage and
associated pits, reconstruction of the existing concrete kerb and channel, vehicle crossings
and road pavement.
An advertisement was placed in The Age newspaper on 15 November 2014 inviting tenders
from contractors to undertake the works. Tenders closed on 15 December 2014 and four
tenders were received.
Metro Asphalt Pty Ltd achieved the highest score through the evaluation process and
submitted the lowest overall tender price. Metro Asphalt Pty Ltd (ABN 27593149786) has
previously undertaken road reconstruction work for Council and successfully delivered it to a
good standard.
The tender price for this project slightly exceeds the available budget for this project when
the Provisional sum allowance is included. This may result in a shortfall in funding for this
project depending upon the amount of provisional expenditure required. This can be
managed from anticipated savings within the overall Roads and Car Parks Program, which is
being closely monitored.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve:
1.
To accept the tender from Metro Asphalt Pty Ltd (ABN 27593149786) for the amount
of $535,177.27 (excluding GST) being lump sum plus provisional sum for the road
reconstruction works at Devon Avenue, Coburg West.
2.
That the Director City Infrastructure be authorised to do all things necessary to execute
contracts and any other required documentation, including any cost overruns, provided
the overall Roads and Car Parks Budget is not exceeded.
3.
That all tenderers be advised of Council’s decision in this matter.
Carried
DCI6/15
CONTRACT 266T - TENDER FOR FAWKNER PRIMARY SCHOOL EARLY
YEARS CENTRE (D15/24866)
Moreland City Council and the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
(DEECD) have committed joint funding to build an Early Years Centre at the Fawkner
Primary School site. This facility will provide access to early year’s facilities in the Fawkner
area, one of Moreland’s most vulnerable areas, facilitating early intervention and
engagement for families to improve children’s outcomes. It will include a kindergarten and
consulting rooms for use by Maternal and Child Health Nurses and Allied Health Staff and
will provide community space for other purposes such as playgroups.
Council has allocated a capital budget of $325,000 for this project in 2015-2016, and the
DEECD has committed a further $650,000, which provides a total funding amount of
$975,000.
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Following an initial public tender process, in which the first tender received, two nonconforming and over budget bids, officers advertised a second tender, and ultimately
received three tender responses. Of these bids, ATCO Pty Ltd demonstrated the best ability
to meet the project requirements and following reference checks has been identified as the
preferred contractor for this project.
This report recommends the appointment of ATCO Pty Ltd (ABN 71 083 902 309) as the
preferred contractor.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve:
1.
To accept the tender from ATCO Pty Ltd (ABN 71 083 902 309) for the amount of
$867,435 (excluding GST) being lump sum plus provisional sum for the design and
construction of the new Early Years Centre at Fawkner Primary School.
2.
That the Director of City Infrastructure be authorised to do all things necessary to
execute contracts and any other required documentation, including any cost overruns,
provided the overall Structure and Buildings budget is not exceeded.
3.
That all tenderers be advised of Council’s decision in this matter.
Carried
DCI7/15
CONTRACT - TYRES, BATTERIES, ROAD AND BRIDGE MAKING
EQUIPMENT (D15/2033)
On 7 May 2014, the then Minister for Local Government approved all Municipal Association
Victoria contracts to comply with the Local Government Act 1989 Section 186(5)(c). This
means Council can access them, after satisfying itself that they deliver value for money,
without having committed to the contract prior to tender.
Council staff are progressively examining contracts and have determined that contract
NPN1.14 Tyres and Batteries and BUS212-0511 Road and Bridge Making Equipment may
deliver better outcomes than current arrangements.
Each contract allows staff to test the price prior to making a purchase and therefore, allows
access to more pricing options with no risk to Council.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve to:
1.
Appoint the panel providers under contract NPN1.14 Tyres and Batteries
(Attachment 1).
2.
Appoint the panel providers under BUS212-0511 Road and Bridge Making Equipment
(Attachment 2).
3.
Advise Municipal Association Victoria of the Council resolution.
4.
Enable the Director City Infrastructure to do all things necessary to administer the
contracts on behalf of Council including award extensions.
Carried
DCI8/15
TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF MOBILE BIN MAINTENANCE
SERVICES CONTRACT 185T (D15/19173)
Council has invited and assessed tenders received for the provision of Mobile Bin
Maintenance Services and the delivery of green waste bins.
One tender was received and has been assessed against the advertised evaluation criteria.
Following a detailed assessment of the tenders received the recommended tenderer is
Rhyant Pty Ltd trading as The Bin Guy for the provision of Mobile Bin Maintenance Services.
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Cr R Thompson moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve to:
1.
Accept the tender Schedule of Rates of $9.23 per job (amounting to approximately
$140,000 per annum) for the maintenance of garbage, recycling and green waste bins
including repairs, changeover of bins; plus the Schedule of Rates of $15.23 for the
delivery of each second hand bin including washing costs; plus the Schedule of Rates of
$5.50 per future visit, from Rhyant Pty Ltd trading as The Bin Guy
(ABN 44 104 112 843) plus GST.
2.
That the Director City Infrastructure be authorised to do all things necessary to execute
contracts and any other required documentation.
3.
That all tenderers be advised of Council’s decision in this matter.
Carried
DSD1/15
CB SMITH RESERVE - SPORT AND EDUCATION FACILITY MANAGEMENT
PLAN 2015 (D15/18543)
Council and the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) have
committed in excess of $6.4 million to the construction of the CB Smith Sport and Education
facility, a new joint use facility to accommodate the needs of local football clubs and John
Fawkner Secondary College.
Following discussion and consultation with all potential users of the facility, a preferred
management plan, component schedule and site location was selected and adopted by
Council at its meeting on the 9 February 2011 (DSD2/11). As the facility is near completion,
with education classes commencing in Term 1, 2015 and soccer starting in March 2015, this
management plan has currently been under review due to the following:
 changes to the management of Council’s Active Moreland Aquatic and Leisure facilities,
including the Fawkner Leisure Centre;
 John Fawkner Secondary College’s change of curriculum and facility requirements and
relocation of Sports Education Development Australia (SEDA);
 the introduction of Football Federation Australia (FFA) National Premier Leagues (NPL);
 the elimination of Football Federation Victoria (FFV) Victorian Premier League (VPL) and
Victorian Champions League (VPL); and
 the relocation of Moreland based soccer clubs Fawkner Blues Soccer Club and the North
West Wanderers SC whom are no longer affiliated with Council.
The revised CB Smith Reserve Sport and Education Facility Management Plan 2015
(Attachment 1), applies to all facilities and land within the reserve known as CB Smith
Reserve. This includes both the premier pavilion and sportsfield, and the community change
rooms and sportsfield.
The aim of the Management Plan is to provide a clear, concise and practical framework for the
management of the CB Smith Reserve. The purpose of the Management Plan is to provide the
user groups, the Community Reference Group, the Moreland City Council, and the community
with guidelines for the use, management and operation of the CB Smith Reserve Sport and
Education Facility.
The Management Plan provides:
 An agreed set of goals and objectives for the use of the Reserve.
 A clear management framework and decision-making process.
 Well-defined roles and responsibilities for the facility management group, the Council, the
user groups and other stakeholders.
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 A procedure for the day-to-day operation, administration and use of the Reserve.
 Directions for the maintenance of facilities at the Reserve.
 A financial plan (addressing maintenance and development).
Cr Kavanagh moved, Cr Yildiz seconded that Council resolve to:
1.
Adopt the CB Smith Reserve – Sport and Education Facility Management Plan 2015
(Attachment 1).
2.
Authorise the Director Social Development to make any necessary amendments to the
Management Plan to ensure smooth operation of the facility.
3.
Receive a further report providing a review and evaluation of the implementation of the
management plan in 2016, including any amendments made under delegation.
Carried
Cr L Thompson called for a division.
For
Cr Hopper
Cr Bolton
Cr Kavanagh
Cr Ratnam
Cr Tapinos
Cr L Thompson
Cr R Thompson
Cr Yildiz
Total For (8)
DSD2/15
Against
Cr Gillies
Total Against (1)
FAWKNER COMMUNITY STRENGTHENING COMMITTEE ACHIEVEMENTS AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS (D15/13346)
At the September 2013 meeting (DSD38/13), Council resolved to establish the Fawkner
Community Strengthening Committee for a fixed term of one year, as an Advisory
Committee. The committee held its inaugural meeting on 17 February 2014 and met a
further five times during 2014. The group has subsequently transitioned into a group of
residents addressing local needs supported by Council. The members have raised a number
of challenges and opportunities and set priorities for the coming year.
The members have demonstrated their commitment and passion by actively getting involved
in the planning and delivery of a ‘Meet the Candidates’ forum in the lead up to the 2014
State Election. The Fawkner Community Strengthening Committee is keen to create an
independent identity and develop ways to reach out to the broader Fawkner community.
The group have requested a further 12 months of support from Council to engage the local
community, build their understanding of Council services and processes and ways to better
advocate for investment in Fawkner.
Cr R Thompson moved, Cr L Thompson seconded that Council resolve to provide Officer support to the Fawkner Community Strengthening
Committee for a further 12 months.
Carried
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DED6/15
ANNUAL PLACE MANAGEMENT REPORT 2013-2014 (D14/335746)
Council Action Plan 2014 -15, action item 84 requires that Council Officers:
Provide Annual Place Management Reports and undertake place activation
initiatives in Coburg, Brunswick and Glenroy Activity Centres as part of ongoing
community engagement.
The measure of this action is a rolling program of place activation and community
engagement activities and events delivered in tandem with the implementation of relevant
Structure Plans and/or Place Frameworks.
This report provides an outline of all activities that have been undertaken in the three Activity
Centres by Council throughout the 2013 – 2014 financial year.
Cr Tapinos moved, Cr Ratnam seconded that Council resolve to note the Annual Place Management Report 2013 – 2014.
Carried
DED7/15
MORELAND PLANNING SCHEME AMENDMENT C133 - DEVELOPMENT
CONTRIBUTIONS PLAN (D14/339400)
The purpose of this report is to seek Council’s adoption of Amendment C133, (“the
Amendment”), with minor changes in response to the recommendations of the independent
Panel which considered submissions to the Amendment.
Amendment C133 seeks to implement the Moreland Development Contributions Plan
January 2015 (Moreland DCP) through the introduction of a schedule to Clause 45.06
Development Contributions Plan Overlay (DCPO) and supporting changes to the Municipal
Strategic Statement of the Moreland Planning Scheme.
The DCP imposes a development infrastructure levy (DIL) and/or a community infrastructure
levy (CIL) on all new developments to fund a range of infrastructure throughout the
municipality.
Overall the final projects included in the Moreland DCP have an estimated total cost of
$80,360,688 (as budgeted in Council’s Capital Works Program). Some projects included in
the DCP have already been delivered, however the remaining projects will be delivered over
the next 8 years. Approximately 11.7% ($9,440,430) of the total projects costs are attributed
to new development. On average the DCP commits approximately 33% (down from 37% as
previously reported) of Council’s overall Capital Works Budget as projects included in the
DCP must be delivered. This figure allows Council a higher level of flexibility to deliver new
or priority infrastructure projects not included in the DCP.
The Amendment was placed on public exhibition from 11 April 2013 to 16 May 2013. A total
of eleven (11) submissions were received of which two (2) objected, six (6) supported the
Amendment subject to changes and three (3) supported the Amendment.
Council at its meeting of 10 July 2013 considered the submissions and resolved to support
the Amendment with changes, and to request the Minister for Planning appoint an
independent panel (“the Panel”) to consider the submissions to the Amendment.
The first hearing held on 27 November 2013 was adjourned to enable Council to carry out a
full review and audit of the DCP and re-exhibit the Amendment. This followed the
identification of errors in the initially exhibited version of the DCP. After considerable further
audit work undertaken by Council, the Panel is satisfied that all errors in the DCP have now
been identified and rectified.
The Amendment was re-exhibited from 6 May to 6 June 2014 and one additional submission
was received. A second Panel Hearing was conducted on 13 and 14 October and
5 November 2014.
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The Panel recommends Amendment C133 be adopted, with minor changes as detailed in
the Panel Report. The Panel Report is included in Attachment 1 and makes 7 specific
recommendations. Council Officers have reviewed the Panel’s recommendations and
concluded that all should be supported.
Cr Tapinos moved, Cr R Thompson seconded that Council resolve to:
1.
Note the recommendations of the Amendment C133 Panel Report dated 27 November
2014 (Attachment 1).
2.
Adopt Amendment C133 pursuant to section 29(1) of the Planning and Environment
Act 1987, with changes recommended in the Amendment C133 Panel Report
(Attachment 1) as follows:
a)
Correct all errors in the exhibited DCP identified in Appendices C and E.
b)
Revise the apportionment of all road or drainage projects in the Development
Contributions Plan that span two (or more) charge areas in proportion to the
length of street frontage relating to the project in each charge area.
c)
Delete project RD0163 from the Development Contributions Plan.
d)
Insert an end date of 30 June 2023 in the Development Contributions Plan.
e)
Delete Clauses 5.0, 6.0, 7.0 and 8.0 from the Development Contributions Plan
Overlay schedule.
f)
Insert the following revised dot point under Clause 4.0 of the Development
Contributions Plan Overlay schedule:
“Land known as 'Coburg Hill' (the former Kodak site), located at
173-199 Elizabeth Street, Coburg North (described as Lot B on
PS608167Y), which is defined by Schedule 10 to Clause
43.04-Development Plan Overlay to the Moreland Planning Scheme.”
g)
Amend the charging rates in the Development Contributions Plan Overlay
schedule as required to reflect the changes to the DCP recommended in this
report.
3.
Delegate to the Director Planning and Economic Development the authority to finalise
changes to the Amendment in accordance with Council’s resolution and also to
undertake any changes as required to correct errors, grammatical changes, map
changes and any consequential changes required to the Municipal Strategic Statement
(MSS) to align it with the final Amendment.
4.
Submit Amendment C133 with changes to the Minister for Planning for approval,
pursuant to section 31(1) of the Planning and Environment Act 1987.
5.
Notify all submitters of Council’s resolution and to write to all submitters advising of the
Minister’s decision on Amendment C133 once confirmed.
9.36 pm
Cr Gillies and Cr Yildiz left the Council Chamber.
Carried
DED8/15
AMENDMENT C157 - LOCAL POLICIES - ENTERTAINMENT VENUES
AND LICENSED PREMISES, GAMING AND STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
- REQUEST FOR AUTHORISATION AND EXHIBITION (D15/2031)
This report recommends that Council endorse the attached draft Local Planning Policies for
the purposes of seeking authorisation to prepare the Amendment for the Minister for
Planning and exhibition of the Amendment upon receiving authorisation.
The draft Local Planning Policies in this report build upon Amendment C152, which was
submitted to the Minister for Planning for Approval in April 2014. Amendment C152 revises
the Local Planning Policy Framework (LPPF). The LPPF includes Clause 21 – Municipal
Strategic Statement (MSS) and Clause 22 – Local Planning Policies.
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As part of the LPPF/MSS rewrite, a need for three new local policies was identified. The
proposed new local policies include:
 Licensed Premises and Entertainment Venues
 Gaming
 Student Accommodation
The Department of Transport, Planning and Local Infrastructure – DTPLI (now called the
Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning – DELWP) advised that the three
new local policies could not be considered as part of Amendment C152 and would need to
be implemented via a separate planning scheme Amendment that incorporates public
exhibition and Panel stages.
The LPPF presents an overall vision to create sustainable neighbourhoods to contribute to
the health and wellbeing of the community and environmentally sustainable development.
The vision is supported by a set of strategic directions on a range of matters, which together
create sustainable neighbourhoods. The three proposed policies will assist in the
implementation of this vision.
The draft local planning policies presented in this report complete the implementation of the
revised LPPF and MSS. Council has been advised that the revised LPPF and MSS will be
gazetted on 29 January 2015.
Cr Tapinos moved, Cr Ratnam seconded that Council resolve to:
1.
Amend page 328 of Attachment 1 Proposed Local Policies – Amendment C157 to
make reference to RMIT University in paragraph 2 ‘Policy basis’.
2.
Write to the Minister for Planning seeking Authorisation to prepare Amendment C157
to the Moreland Planning Scheme.
3.
Exhibit Amendment C157 upon receiving Authorisation for a period of four weeks in
accordance with Section 19 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987.
4.
Adopt the Exhibition Strategy included in Attachment 2 to this report.
5.
Provide the Director of Planning and Economic Development delegated authority to
make changes to Amendment C157 prior to exhibition based on any conditions
imposed in the Authorisation to proceed with the planning scheme Amendment by the
Minister for Planning.
6.
Provide the Director of Planning and Economic Development delegated authority to
approve responses to submissions and refer submissions to an independent Panel in
accordance with Section 23(1)(b) of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, if
submissions are received which request to change the Amendment and they are not
resolved.
Cr Ratnam moved that the motion be laid on the table.
Carried
Cr Bolton moved, Cr Kavanagh seconded that the motion be put on the table.
Carried
The substantive motion was carried
9.37 pm
Cr Gillies and Cr Yildiz returned to the Council Chamber and resumed their
seats.
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NOTICES OF MOTION:
NOM1/15
FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION (D15/29099)
Cr Ratnam moved, Cr Hopper seconded that Council resolves to:
1.
Write to Fiona Richardson the Minister for Women and the Minister for the Prevention
of Family Violence referring to Council's Community Safety (Family Violence)
Advocacy Paper and our work at the local level and seek a meeting with her to discuss
how Council and the State Government can work together in responding to the issue
of Family/Domestic violence including seeking an increase in funding for women’s
services, family violence services and housing.
2.
Write to the Federal Government seeking a reversal to the cuts to women’s services,
family violence services and housing services.
3.
Make a submission to the Royal Commission on Family Violence, in collaboration with
our partner organisations, including members of Council’s former Community Safety
Leadership Group.
Carried Unanimously
NOM2/15
CAR SHARE BAY POLICY (D15/29146)
Cr Ratnam moved, Cr Bolton seconded that 1.
Council update its Parking Management Policy with a revised section 4.1 regarding the
eligibility requirements for car share scheme parking bays that includes a more specific
set of guidelines for Council’s allocation of car share bays such as:
a)
Maximum saturation level of car share bays for a specified geographic area size
(eg. 4 bays per 1 km etc).
b)
The minimal residential density requirements for each car share bay.
c)
The minimal number of current or anticipated car share scheme members in a
specified geographic area size to qualify for each bay.
d)
Any other relevant or similar criterion.
2.
That Councillors will be briefed on the draft criteria through an Information and
Discussion briefing prior to being adopted.
3.
That consultation occur with relevant community stakeholders for the development of
these new criteria.
Carried
Extension of Time
Cr Kavanagh moved, Cr Gillies seconded that The Council meeting be extended by 30 minutes.
Carried
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NOM3/15
WALK FOR JUSTICE FOR REFUGEES (D15/29284)
Cr Bolton moved, Cr Kavanagh seconded that That Council:
1.
Support the plight of asylum seekers and refugees in our community by encouraging
community attendance at the 2015 Walk for Justice for Refugees on Palm Sunday
March, being coordinated by the Victorian Refugee Advocacy Network, on Sunday
29 April. The theme of the rally is “Seeking asylum is a human right; Close Manus,
Close Nauru”.
Carried
2.
Donate $500 to the Walk for Justice for Refugees event coordinated by the Refugee
Advocacy Network.
Carried
3.
Publicise the rally via Council’s Moreland Leader page; Council’s social media
platforms; and displaying posters in council buildings.
Carried
NOTICE OF RESCISSION:
Nil.
CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS:
Cr Ratnam moved, Cr Gillies seconded that In accordance with section 89(2) of the Local Government Act 1989 this Council meeting be
closed to the public to consider these reports:

DCS12/15 Outcome of Councillor Conduct Panel (D15/15954) because it relates to
personnel matters.

DCS13/15 East West Link Legal Status (D15/21840) because it relates to legal
advice.

DCI9/15 Victoria Grove, Brunswick - Alternative Locations For Proposed Southern
Speed Hump (D15/19394) because it relates to the personal hardship of any
resident or ratepayer.
Carried
The Council Meeting was closed to the public at 10.06 pm.
Adjournment of Meeting
Cr Ratnam moved, Cr Gillies seconded that Council resolve that Standing Orders be suspended.
The Council meeting was adjourned at 10.07 pm.
Carried
OPENING THE MEETING TO THE PUBLIC
Cr Ratnam moved, Cr Gillies seconded that The Council Meeting be opened to the public.
Carried
The Council meeting was opened to the public at 10.57 pm.
The meeting closed at 10.58 pm.
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Confirmed
Cr Meghan Hopper
MAYOR
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