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Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Diamantina Shire Council held in the Boardroom of the Administration Centre. Bedourie on Monday, July 20, 2015 commencing at9,QQam. 1 CONTENTS 2 ATTENDANCE...................................................................................................................................3 3 APOLOGIES......................................................................................................................................3 4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES.........................................................................................................3 5 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST..........................................................................................................3 6 MOTION TO RECEIVE ALL INFORMATION REPORTS.......................................................................^ 7 ACTION REPORTS.............................................................................................................................4 7.1 A (i) Audit Committee Minutes-Meeting held 30 June 2015................................................4 7.2 A (ii) Queensland Audit Office - Interim Audit Report for Diamantina Shire Council............4 7.3 A(iii) Footprints in Time..........................................................................................................5 7.4 A (iv) Community Grants Policy...............................................................................................5 7.5 A (v) Request from Bedourie Community Garden Group.......................................................6 7.6 A (vi) eKindy in Bedourie & Birdsville......................................................................................6 7.7 A (vii) Safety Review Report....................................................................................................? 7.8 A (viii) Birdsville Geothermal Power Station ...........................................................................7 7.9 A (ix) Proposed Deed of Grant over portion of Lot 6 on SP187143 - Bedourie Caravan Parks 7.10 A (x) CONFIDENTIAL Discussion on the 2015/2016 budget...................................................9 7.11 A (xi) CONFiDENTIAL Policy for Adoption -Travel and Expenses Policy...............................10 7.12 A (xii) CONFiDENTIAL Draft Human Resources Policy...........................................................10 7.13 A(xiii) Policy for Adoption-Housing Policy..........................................................................10 7.14 A (xiv) Birdsville Clinic Trust Funds........................................................................................11 7.15 A(xv) Long Distance Air and Bus...........................................................................................11 7.16 A (xvi) Bedourie Race Club Annual Donation/Grant .............................................................12 7.17 A(xvii) Betoota Race Club Annual Donation/Grant..............................................................12 7.18 A (xviii) Annual Valuation Effective 30 June 2016.................................................................13 7.19 A(xix) BedourEe Golf and Leisure Ciub-Pig Races and Camel Races...................................13 7.20 A(xx) Amendment to Fees and Charges 2015/2016 .............................................................14 8 LATE ITEMS....................................................................................................................................15 9 MEMBERS BUSINESS .....................................................................................................................15 9.1 CrBarr....................................................................................................................................15 9.2 CrCramer..............................................................................................................................l5 Ordinary Council Meeting Minutes July 20 2015:46699 Page 1 of 16

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Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Diamantina Shire Councilheld in the Boardroom of the Administration Centre. Bedourie

on Monday, July 20, 2015 commencing at9,QQam.

1 CONTENTS

2 ATTENDANCE...................................................................................................................................3

3 APOLOGIES......................................................................................................................................3

4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES.........................................................................................................3

5 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST..........................................................................................................3

6 MOTION TO RECEIVE ALL INFORMATION REPORTS.......................................................................^

7 ACTION REPORTS.............................................................................................................................4

7.1 A (i) Audit Committee Minutes-Meeting held 30 June 2015................................................4

7.2 A (ii) Queensland Audit Office - Interim Audit Report for Diamantina Shire Council............4

7.3 A(iii) Footprints in Time..........................................................................................................5

7.4 A (iv) Community Grants Policy...............................................................................................5

7.5 A (v) Request from Bedourie Community Garden Group.......................................................6

7.6 A (vi) eKindy in Bedourie & Birdsville......................................................................................6

7.7 A (vii) Safety Review Report....................................................................................................?

7.8 A (viii) Birdsville Geothermal Power Station ...........................................................................7

7.9 A (ix) Proposed Deed of Grant over portion of Lot 6 on SP187143 - Bedourie Caravan Parks

7.10 A (x) CONFIDENTIAL Discussion on the 2015/2016 budget...................................................9

7.11 A (xi) CONFiDENTIAL Policy for Adoption -Travel and Expenses Policy...............................10

7.12 A (xii) CONFiDENTIAL Draft Human Resources Policy...........................................................10

7.13 A(xiii) Policy for Adoption-Housing Policy..........................................................................10

7.14 A (xiv) Birdsville Clinic Trust Funds........................................................................................11

7.15 A(xv) Long Distance Air and Bus...........................................................................................11

7.16 A (xvi) Bedourie Race Club Annual Donation/Grant .............................................................12

7.17 A(xvii) Betoota Race Club Annual Donation/Grant..............................................................12

7.18 A (xviii) Annual Valuation Effective 30 June 2016.................................................................13

7.19 A(xix) BedourEe Golf and Leisure Ciub-Pig Races and Camel Races...................................13

7.20 A(xx) Amendment to Fees and Charges 2015/2016 .............................................................14

8 LATE ITEMS....................................................................................................................................15

9 MEMBERS BUSINESS .....................................................................................................................15

9.1 CrBarr....................................................................................................................................15

9.2 CrCramer..............................................................................................................................l5

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9.3 CrMorton..............................................................................................................................15

9.4 CrRayment............................................................................................................................15

9.4.1 Coordinators and Supervisors attendance at Council Meetings .........................15

9.4.2 Roadside Amenities ...................................................................................................16

9.5 CrTully...................................................................................................................................16

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2 ATTENDANCE

Councillors: Cr Geoff Morton (Mayor), Cr Garth Tully (Deputy Mayor), Cr Steve Cramer, CrDon Rayment.

Staff: Chief Executive Officer, Leon Love.

3 APOLOGIES

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-01Moved by Cr Payment and Seconded by Cr Tully'That the apology from Councillor Barr be accepted and leave of absence be granted/

Carried 4/0.

4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

a) Ordinary Meeting - June 22,2015

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-02

WIoved by Cr Tully and Seconded by Cr PaymentThat the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Diamantina Shire Council held on June22, 2015 be confirmed.'

Carried 4/0.

5 DECLARATIONS OF INTERESTin relation to: A(xiv) Birdsville Clinic Trust Funds:-Councillor Morton declared a perceived conflict of interest in this matter, as per section 1 73 of the

Local Government Act 2009, due to being related to the Fundraising Coordinator and proposed toexclude himself from the Meeting when the matter is debated and vote is taken.

In relation to: A(xvi) Bedourie Race Club Annual Donation/Grant:-Councillor Tuliy declared a perceived conflict of interest in this matter, as per section 173 of the LocalGovernment Act 2009, due to being an executive of the Bedourie Amateur Race Club Inc and

proposed to exclude himself from the Meeting when the matter is debated and vote is taken.Councillor Cramer declared a perceived conflict of interest in this matter, as per section 1 73 of theLocal Government Act 2009, due to being executive of the Bedoune Amateur Race Club Inc and

proposed to exclude himself from the Meeting when the matter is debated and vote is taken.

In relation to: A(xvii) Betoota Race Club Annual Donation/Grant-Councillor Morton declared a perceived conflict of interest in this matter, as per section 1 73 of theLocal Government Act 2009, due to being an executive of the Betoota Race Club and proposed to

exclude himsetffrom the Meeting when the matter is debated and vote is taken.

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6 MOTION TO RECEIVE ALL INFORMATIONREPORTS

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-3Moved by Cr Morton and Seconded by CrTully'That all Information Reports be received.'

Carried 4/0.

Attendance:9:04am Tony Beynon, Corporate and Community Manager entered the meeting

7 ACTION REPORTS

7.1 A (l) AUDIT COMIUITTEE MINUTES " MEETING HELD 30 JUNE 2015Executive Summary

The Audit Committee ofDiamantina Shire Council met on 30 June 2015. The Minutes of theAudit Committee are attached for Council's consideration.

Recommendation

'That the Minutes of the Audit Committee of Diamantina Shire Council Meeting held 30June 2015 be received and the contents noted'.

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-4Moved by Cr Cramer and Seconded by Cr Rayment'That the recommendation be adopted.'

Carried 4/0.

7.2 A (ll) QUEENSLAND AUDIT OFFICE - INTERIIVI AUDIT REPORT FORDlAMANTiNA SHIRE COUNCIL.

Executive Summary

Correspondence addressed to the Mayor Cr Geoff Morton dated 30 June 2015 has been

received from the Queensland Audit Office advising that the 2014/15 interim audit for theDiamantina Shire Council is now complete.

The Auditors conducting the audit on behalf of the Queensland Audit Office ~ MooreStephens have provided Council with a controls assessment report and recommendations

for improvements in a number of Council's processes.

Recommendation

'That the Interim Audit Report prepared by the Queensland Audit Office be receivedand noted.'

EVIinute No. 2015.07.20-OM-5R/Ioved by Cr IVforton and Seconded by Cr Tuily'That the recommendation be adopted.'

Carried 4/0.

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7.3 A (ill) FOOTPRINTS IN TIMEExecutive Summary

The Footprints in Time project is a series of original artworks (paintings) depicting thedreamtime stories relevant to local indigenous people. The project proposes to locate the

artworks at a number of cuiturally significant sites within the Shire. A total of eight originalartworks were purchased by Council for use in exhibitions, publicity in connection to the

Footprints of Time project and general marketing.

This showcase project will be promoted widely as the original artworks provide anopportunity for Councii to host an exhibition centred on the project during the TouristSeason.

Recommendation

'That Council install all artworks in and around Birdsville, as per attached map inaccordance with Council's standards for the installation of signs; and

That the titled artworks be installed at the following locations:-

• Pituri " Mcdonald Street, near the sports oval opposite the National ParksOffice

• Big Red - Mcdonald Street, opposite the old court house• All about Country - Graham Street, near original power turbine and bore• Brolgas - Eyre Developmental Road, near the open bore overflow• Trading Ochre - Frew Street, near the Royal Hotel Ruins• Water Holes and Rivers - Florence Street, opposite the Caravan Park entrance• Waddi - - Burt Street, near the old wagon that is under cover

• Meeting Place ~ Surt Street, near the existing Meeting Place structure; and

That the Launch of the "Footprints in Time" Project be held at the Wirram CentreBirdsville on Wednesday 2 September 2015,

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-6Moved by Cr Morton and Seconded by Cr CramerThat the recommendation be adopted.'

Carried 4/0.Attendance9:25am Nicole Scheliback, Community Development Coordinator entered themeeting.

7.4 A (IV) COMIVIUNITY GRANTS POUCYExecutive Summary

Council Community Grants Policy has been revised as part of Council continuous

improvement program, legislative changes and variations to grant programs.

RecQfnmendation

'That Council consider the revised Community Grants Policy and adopt it if it isconsidered appropriate'.

Minute No. 2015.07.20-0n/i-7IVIoved by Cr Tully and Seconded by Cr Payment

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'That the Community Grants Policy be adopted as presented/Carried 4/0.

7.5 A (V) REQUEST FROM BEDOURIE COMMUNITY GARDEN GROUPExecutive Summary

The Bedourie Community Garden Group recently received a delivery of 6 fruit trees from

Medicare Local (now North West Remote Health) through their Edible Walkways healthpromotion initiative. This arrangement was negotiated last year when the group had securedsupport to develop a site for a community garden. Early this year the site flooded thusproving unsuitable for a community garden. The garden group seeks agreement from

Council to develop an alternate site for the community garden.

Recommendation

'That Council approve the use of a 20m x 15m site behind the Mud Hut for acommunity garden and provide the same support (fencing and access to water)previously committed to this project.'

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OIVI-8Moved by Cr Cramer and Seconded by Cr Payment'That the recommendation be adopted.'

Carried 4/0.

7.6 A (VI) EKlNDYINBEDOURIE&BlRDSVILLEExecutive Summary

The 6 month trial to support group e-Kindy sessions in the Bedourie and Birdsville StateSchools concluded in iate June with the end of the school semester. As reported in

Newsbriefs, over this period the structure and delivery of the sessions in each school varied

greatly but was deemed a success by all parties involved.

Recommendation

'That Council continue to financially support group e-Kindy sessions at Bedourie and

Birdsvilie State Schools, as per the trial arrangement, through funding providedthrough Council's Service Agreement with Department of ETE; and

That Bedourie and Birdsville State Schools be offered $5000 each in each semesterthere are e-Kindy enrolled children wishing to attend the group sessions for the

purpose of engaging a Coordinator to facilitate the sessions.'

nflinute No. 2015.07.20-OM-9Moved by Cr Rayment and Seconded by Cr Tuily'That the recommendation be adopted.'

Carried 4/0.

Attendance9:55am NEcole Scheilback, Community Development Coordinator and Tony Beynon,Corporate and Community Manager left the meeting.10:00am Trevor Stewart, Infrastructure Manager, and Stuart Bourne, Civil Engineer,entered the meeting

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7.7 A (vn) SAFETY REVIEW REPORTExecutive Summary

LOW auditor Mr Adam Stevenson conducted a comprehensive audit on Diamantina ShireCouncil Safety Management System on March 24 and 25, 2015. There are now five

Rectification Action Plans that Council staff are working on.

Recommendation

"That Council receive the report and note the progress towards completing therecommendations in each Rectification Action Plan."

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-10Moved by Cr Cramer and Seconded by Cr Tully'That the recommendation be adopted.'

Carried 4/0.

7.8 A (VIII) BlRDSVILLE GEOTHERIVIAL POWER STATIONExecutive Summary

Ergon have recently indicated their intent to upgrade the Birdsviife Organic Rankine Cycle(ORC), Geothermal Power Station. Ergon are now seeking preliminary permissions andfeedback from Diamantina Shire Council regarding this proposed upgrade.

Recommendation

'That Ergon be formally notified of the below initial response to the request forinformation'

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-11Moved by Cr Payment and Seconded by Cr Cramer'That the proposed response to Ergon Energy be endorsed.'

Carried 4/0.

Council noted that a $2M allocation has been provided in the 2016/17 Queenslandgovernment budget for upgrading of the Eyre Development Road (Bedourie-Birdsville). In order to plan for this expenditure, Council considered their priority project onthe road section.

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-12'Council resolved that the Devil's grid gravel section would be the most suitablelocation for this funding.'

Attendance10:46am Trevor Stewart, infrastructure Manager, Stuart Bourne, Engineer, left themeeting

Attendance:10:47am Council adjourned the Meeting for morning tea.11:15 am Council resumed the Meeting.

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7.9 A (ix) PROPOSED DEED OF GRANT OVER PORTION OF LOT 6 ONSP187143-BEDOURIE CARAVAN PARK

Executive Summary

Council has received advice from the Department of Natural Resources and Mines (DNRM)regarding the issue of a deed of grant over a 2.047ha portion of Lot 6 on SP187143 for the

Bedourie Caravan Park.

Recommendation

'That Council agree to the offer and authorise the CEO to complete all necessary

actions to complete the transaction for the Deed of Grant over 2.047ha of Lot 6 onSP187143 for the Bedourie Caravan Park including the compulsory acquisition of

native title rights of this area.

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-13Moved by Cr Morton and Seconded by Cr Cramer'That the recommendation be adopted.'

Carried 4/0.

Closure of the IVteeting to the Public

Recommendation

That the meeting be closed to the public under Section 275(1)

• (b) industrial matters affecting employees; and

• (c) the local government's budget; and• (d) rating concessions

of the Local Government Regulation 2012 to consider Agenda Items:

• A(x) Discussion on the 2015/2016 budget;• A (xi) Policy for Adoption - Travel and Expenses Policy;• A (xii) Policy for Adoption - Human Resources Policy.'

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-14Moved by Cr Morton and Seconded by Cr PaymentThat the recommendation be adopted/

Carried 4/0.

Attendance:11:20am Amanda Schnitzeriing, Executive Assistant left the meeting11:20am Tony Beynon, Corporate and Community Manager entered the meeting

Opening of the Meetinci to the Public

IWinute No. 2015.07.20-OWM5Moved Cr Morton, and Seconded by Cr Tully'That the meeting be opened to the public and the meeting be adjourned for lunch.'

Carried 4/0

Attendance:1:05pm Council adjourned the Meeting for lunch.1;55pm Council resumed the Meeting.

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Closure of the Meeting to the Public

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OIVM6Moved by Cr Morton and Seconded by Cr PaymentThat the meeting be closed to the public under Section 275(1)

• (b) industrial matters affecting employees; and• (c) the local government's budget; and• (d) rating concessions

of the Local Government Regulation 2012 to consider Agenda Items:

• A(x) Discussion on the 2015/2016 budget;• A (xi) Policy for Adoption ~ Travel and Expenses Policy;• A (xii) Policy for Adoption - Human Resources Policy.'

Carried 4/0Opening of the Meetina to the Public

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-17Moved by Cr Morton and Seconded by Cr Tully'That the meeting be opened to the public.'

Carried 4/0.

Attendance:2:33pm Amanda Schnitzerling, Executive Assistant entered the meeting

7.10A (x) CONFIDENTIAL DISCUSSION ON THE 2015/2016 BUDGETExecutive Summary

Section 170 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 requires that a local governmentmust adopt its budget for a financial year after 31 May in the year before the financial yearbut before 1 August in the financial year. Council's Budget and Revenue Statement for the

2015/2016 financial year has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of theLocal Government Act 2009 and the Local Government Regulation 2012 and are presented

for CounciFs consideration and discussion prior to the Special Meeting to be held at 7am on31 July 2015.

Recommendation

'That Council consider the Proposed Budget and Revenue Statement for the

2015/2016 financial year and propose any amendments.'

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-18Moved by Cr Morton and Seconded by Cr Tully'That Council authorise the Chief Executive Officer to include a separate rate fortourism promotion for operating commercial premises in the shire in the 2015/16budget'

Carried 4/0.

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7.11 A (Xl) CONFIDENTIAL POLICY FOR ADOPTION - TRAVEL ANDEXPENSES POLICY

Executive Summary

A proposed Travel and Expenses Policy provides consistency and accountability in thepayment of travel and related expenses to employees and is presented for Council

consideration and adoption.

Recommenda tson

That Council adopt the Travel and Expenses Policy as presented.'

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-19Moved by Cr Cramer and Seconded by Cr PaymentThat the recommendation be adopted.'

Carried 4/0.

7.f2A (Xll) CONFIDENTIAL DRAFT HUMAN RESOURCES POLICYExecutive Summary

Council currently has a number of policies relating to Human Resources. These policies

have been combined into one coherent policy to provide guidelines to employees regardingthe terms and conditions of their employment.

The purpose of this report is to seek Councils view on the new policy and specifically howsome parts of the current policies should apply in the future including:

• Birdsviile Races Friday day off• Mefbourne Cup Afternoon off• Annual Retention Bonus.

Recommendation

That Council consider the contents of the draft Human Resources Policy aspresented and provide feedback'.

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OIVI-20Moved by Cr Rayment and Seconded by CrTully'That Council adopt the Human Resources Policy as presented.'

Carried 4/0.

7.13A (xin) POLICY FOR ADOPTION - HOUSING POLICYExecutive Summary

The proposed Housing Policy provides consistency and accountability in how councilhousing is managed and is provided for council consideration and adoption.

Recommendation

'That Council adopt the Housing Policy as presented/

IVIinute No. 2015.07.20-OIVI-21IVIoved by Cr Rayment and Seconded by Cr Cramer'That the recommendation be adopted.'

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Carried 4/0.

Attendance2:47pm Cr Morton declared a perceived conflict of interest in item A (xiv) Birdsville

Clinic Trust Funds due to being related to the Fundraising Coordinator, asdefined in section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009, and left themeeting room while the matter was debated and vote was taken.

7.14 A (XIV) BlRDSVILLE CLINIC TRUST FUNDSExecutive Summary

Council has received a letter from Bev Morton regarding the Birdsviile Clinic Trust Funds andCouncil's request to use these funds to reimburse community groups 50% of ambulance

related costs. The letter indicates the preferred option is to use the funds to establish a gymin BErdsviHe.

Recommendation

That Council retain the Birdsville Clinic Trust funds for use as determined by BevMorton, the fundraising coordinator.'

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-22Moved by Cr Rayment and Seconded by Cr Cramer'That the Chief Executive Officer advise Mrs Bev Morton suggesting that any fundsremaining after establishing additional gym equipment in BirdsviHe could be dividedequally between the three clubs; Bedourie Gymkhana Club, Betoota Social Club,Birdsvilie Social Club for support of paramedic services at their events.'

Carried 3/0.Attendance3:00pm Cr Morton entered the meeting

7.-/5A (XV) LONG DISTANCE AIR AND BusExecutive Summary

Rex Airlines in partnership with Bus Queensland and State Department of Transport andMain Roads will hold its annual consultative stakeholder meeting for the long distance airand bus services in Charleviile on August 3rd 2015. Involved stakeholders are encouragedto attend, or provide agenda items for discussion. RSVP's are required by July 23rd 2015.

Agendas will be distributed to attendees on July 27th in preparation for the meeting.

Recommendation

That Council

• authorise the IVlayor to attend the annual consultative stakeholder meeting forthe long distance air and bus services in Charleville on August 3rd 2015;

® propose any agenda items for discussion.'

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-23IVIoved by Cr Cramer and Seconded by Cr Payment'That Council:

® authorise the Mayor to attend the annual consultative stakeholder meeting forthe long distance air and bus services in Charlevilie on August 3rd 2015; and

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propose an extra government subsidy for School Children travelling to andfrom boarding school as an agenda item for discussion; andadvise the CEO of any other agenda items for discussion.'

Carried 4/0.

Cr Tuliy and Cr Cramer declared a perceived conflict of interest in item A (xvi) BedouheRace Club Annual Donation/Grant due to being executives of the Bedourie Amateur RaceClub Inc, as defined in section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009 and left the meetingroom.

The Mayor asked the Councillors to return to the meeting room while the matter wasdebated and voted on to maintain a quorum.

7.16A (xvi) BEDOURIE RACE CLUB ANNUAL DONATION/GRANTExecutive Summary

Bedourie Race Club have requested that their

• 14/15 annua! grant of $20,000 be used to pay for the materials required to constructthe patio roof and deck extension to the kitchen/cafeteria area at the Bedourie RaceTrack.

• 15/16 annual grant of $20,000 be used to pay for the labour required to construct thepatio roof and deck extension to the kitchen/cafeteria area at the Bedourie RaceTrack.

Recommendation

'That Council approve the construction of additions to the kitchen server/deck from

the 2014/15 and 2015/16 community facilities grant allocation for a total cost of$40000including requested inkind support.'

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-24Moved by Cr Payment and Seconded by Cr Morton'That Council approve the Bedourie Amateur Race Club accessing the $20,000 grantfor 2014/15 financial year for the kitchen extensions.'

Crs Tully and Cramer did not vote on the matter so they were deemed to have voted in thenegative. The Mayor and Councillor Payment voted in the positive and the Mayor used hiscasting vote in the affirmative to carry the resolution.

Carried 3/2.Attendance3:15pm Cr Morton declared a perceived conflict of interest in item A (xvii) Betoota

Race Club Annual Donation/Grant due to being an executive of the BetootaRace Club Inc, as defined in section 173 of the Local Government Act 2009,and left the meeting room while the matter was debated and vote was taken.

7J7A (XVli) BETOOTA RACE CLUB ANNUAL DONATION/GRANTExecutive Summary

Betoota Race Club have requested that they use their 1 4/15 Annual Grant to pay for the coldroom construction and installation.

Recommendation

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That Council approve the Betoota Race Club to use their 2014/15 Annual Grant of$20,000 to pay for the purchase of a mobile cold room.

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-25Moved by Cr Cramer and Seconded by Cr Payment'That the recommendation be adopted/

Carried 3/0.

Attendance3:26pm Cr Morton entered the meeting

7.18A (xvin) ANNUAL VALUATION EFFECTIVE 30 JUNE 2016Executive Summary

The opinion of Council has been sought by the Department as to whether a revaluation of

the Shire should be undertaken to be effective on 30 June 2016.

Recommendation

"That Council consider whether a revaluation of the Shire should be undertaken to beeffective on 30 June 2016."

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-26Moved by Cr Morton and Seconded by Cr Cramer'That Council advise the Department that they do not require a revaluation of the shireeffective 30 June 2016,

Carried 4/0.

7.19A (xix) BEDOURIE GOLF AND LEISURE CLUB - PIG RACES AND CAIVIELRACES

Executive Summary

The Bedourie Goif and Leisure Club seek approval to hold their annual Pig Races event inBedourie on 10 July 2015 and their annual Camel Races at the Bedourie Race Track on July11 2015.

For the Pig Races they have requested Eyre Street be closed from 10am to midnight toallow pedestrian traffic and seating during the event. They have also requested the hire ofthe following for one day (11 July 2015):

• 3 x portable toilets (includes delivery, waste disposal and pickup); and• the BBQ trailer (includes delivery and pickup); and• lighting (includes delivery and pickup); and« a generator (includes delivery and pickup); and9 8 x tables and 20 chairs (BGLC volunteers will deliver and return).

For the Camel Races they have requested:

o The hire of the Bedourie Race Track for the weekend July 11 and 122015; and® The hire of the Community Bus for the day July 11 2015.

/'

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Recommendation

"That Council approve for the Pig Races:

• Eyre Street be closed from 10am to midnight to allow pedestrian traffic andseating during the event; and the provision of

• 3 x portable toilets (includes delivery, waste disposal and pickup); and• the BBQ trailer (includes delivery and pickup); and• lighting (includes delivery and pickup); and• a generator (includes delivery and pickup); and• 8 x tables and 20 chairs (BGLC volunteers will deliver and return).

and for the Camel Races:

• The hire of the Bedourie Race Track for the weekend July 11 and 12 2015;and• The hire of the Community Bus for the day July 11 2015.'

And that Council suggest to the club that a more suitable location for the Pig Racesbe the Bedourie Race track so that Council resources do not need to be unnecessarilyused.'

Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-27Moved by Cr Payment and Seconded by Cr Tully'That the recommendation be adopted.'

Carried 4/0.

7.20 A(XX) AMENDMENT TO FEES AND CHARGES 2015/2016Executive Summary

It is proposed to add additional fees to the Schedule of Fees and Charges for variousvenues and equipment hire.

Recommendation

That Council insert the following fees into the Schedule of Fees and Charges adoptedon 22 June 2015 Minute No. 2015.06.22-OM-6:

• Land Lease Rental Fee $1/year

a BirdsviHe Race Track $1800/day• Bedourie Race Track $1200/day• Tower Light $30/day» Tower Light with Generator $50/day• Power Lead 30m $2/day• Projector $50/day• Projector with screen $70/day

• Sound system $100/daya Portable BBQ 4 Burner $20/day• Right to Information Application Fee $44.85« Right to Information Processing Fee $6.95

o For Plant Hire see the current adopted Plant Hire Rates/

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Minute No. 2015.07.20-OM-28Moved by Cr Morton and Seconded by Cr Tully"That Council insert the following fees into the Schedule of Fees and Chargesadopted on 22 June 2015 Minute No. 2015.06.22-OM-6:

• Land Lease Rental Fee $1/year• Birdsville Race Track $1800/day• Bedourie Race Track $1200/day• Tower Light $30/day• Tower Light with Generator $50/day• Power Lead 30m $2/day• Projector $50/day• Projector with screen $70/day• Sound system $100/day• Portable BBQ 4 Burner $20/day• Right to Information Application Fee $44.85• Right to Information Processing Fee $6.95• For Plant Hire see the current adopted Plant Hire Rates; and

That a letter be sent to each community group advising them of these changes andexplaining that they will be able to request support for events from Council as per theCommunity Grants Policy/

Carried 4/0.

8 LATE ITEMSNil

9 MEMBERS BUSINESS

9.1 CRBARRNil

9.2 CRCRAIVIERNil

9.3 CRMORTONNil

9.4 CR PAYMENT

9.4.1 Coordinators and Supervisors attendance at Council MeetingsMinute No. 2015.07.20-OIVI-29'Council resolved to invite Coordinators and Supervisors to Council meetings on arotational basis to discuss current issues and their Newsbrief reports.'

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9.4.2 Roadside Amenities

Cr Payment requested that the roadside amenities on Main Roads be cleaned more

regularly during tourist season and building maintenance be undertaken as required.

9.5 CRTULLYNil

There being no further business the Meeting closed at 3:39pm.

Minutes confirmed this 17th day of August, 2015.

Cr Geoff l\^bn ^MAYOR

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