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Council — 2022-12-08
5. New Item (Council) - Condolences
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
5. Condolences
mRS CLAIRE JULER
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
That Council convey condolences on behalf of the citizens of the City of Ipswich to the family of the late Mrs Claire Juler who passed away on 12 November 2022.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
Attachments
1. Condolence Motion - Mrs Claire Juler ⇨
6. tRIBUTES
Nil
7. PresentATion OF Petitions
Nil
Mentions: Ipswich
8 New Item (Council) - Presentations and Deputations
8. Presentations and Deputations
Mayor Teresa Harding presented the Local Government Professionals Australia – 2022 National Federation Award for Community Service Delivery – Ipswich Children’s Library to the Chief Executive Officer
Attachments
1. Presentation message from Mayor Harding ⇨
Mentions: Ipswich
9 New Item (Council) - Public Participation
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
9. Public Participation
Mr Tyson Turner-Thomas – ‘People living with a disability’
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
That the public participation matter ‘People Living with a Disability’, be referred to the Community, Culture Arts and Sport Committee for discussion as part of Council’s Inclusion and Accessibility Plan.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
Attachments
1. Public Participation supporting information ⇨
10 New Item (Council) - Matters of Public Interest
10. Matters of Public Interest
‘A Year in Review’ presented by Mayor Harding
Attachments
1. Matter of Public Interest - 'A Year in Review' ⇨
11. Declarations of Interest in matters on the agenda
COUNCILLOR ANDREW FECHNER
In accordance with section 150EQ of the Local Government Act 2009 , Councillor Andrew Fechner informed the meeting that he has a declarable conflict of interest in the following Items:
· Item 15.6 titled Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee’s Report
· Item 16.4 titled Development Application Recommendation (Minor Change) 1031/2019/MAMC/A
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Fechner stands to gain a benefit or suffer a loss due to his business interest in both A1A Events Pty Ltd and Bar Heisenberg Pty Ltd which is located in the top of town at 164 Brisbane Street, Ipswich.
· Item 16.3 titled Development Application (Minor Change) 7213/2014/MAMC/D – Nugrow Special Industry (Compost and Soil Conditioner Manufacturing Facility) at Swanbank
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Fechner has a personal relationship with Jacob Dawson and his immediate family.
Councillor Andrew Fechner advised that he will leave the meeting room (including any area set aside for the public) while these matters are being discussed and voted on.
deputy mayor jacob madsen
In accordance with section 150EQ of the Local Government Act 2009 , Councillor Jacob Madsen informed the meeting that he has a declarable conflict of interest in the following items:
· Item 15.6 titled Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee’s Report
· Item 16.4 titled Development Application Recommendation (Minor Change) 1031/2019/MAMC/A
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Madsen is a member of the Ipswich Trades Hall and Labour Day Committee Executive which manages the Ipswich Trades Hall which is adjacent to the CBD redevelopment works that Council is undergoing.
Councillor Jacob Madsen advised that he will leave the meeting room (including any area set aside for the public) while these matters are being discussed and voted on.
COUNCILLOR PAUL TULLY
In accordance with section 150EQ of the Local Government Act 2009 , Councillor Paul Tully informed the meeting that he has a declarable conflict of interest in Item 5 of the Growth, Infrastructure and Waste Committee’s Report titled Concept Design Master Plan - Tallegalla Cemetery.
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Tully was appointed in 1975 by the State Government as a Trustee of the Goodna Cemetery.
Councillor Paul Tully invited the other councillors to determine if he can continue to participate in the decision process.
It was moved by Mayor Harding and seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann that Councillor Paul Tully does not have a declarable conflict of interest in the matter because there is no personal or financial benefit to the councillor and therefore a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public interest.
The eligible councillors present at the meeting decided that Councillor Paul Tully may participate in the meeting in relation to the matter, including by voting on the matter.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
Councillor Paul Tully did not take part in the vote on this matter.
councillor sheila ireland
In accordance with section 150EQ of the Local Government Act 2009 , Councillor Sheila Ireland informed the meeting that she has a declarable conflict of interest in Item 3 of the Growth, Infrastructure and Waste Committee’s Report titled Future Ripley Road Corridor upgrade between Cunningham Highway and Centenary Highway Ripley.
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Ireland knows residents who own land in the Ripley area.
Councillor Sheila Ireland invited the other councillors to determine if she can continue to participate in the decision process.
It was moved by Mayor Teresa Harding and seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle that Councillor Sheila Ireland does not have a declarable conflict of interest in the matter because there is no personal or financial benefit to the councillor and therefore a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public interest.
The eligible councillors present at the meeting decided that Councillor Sheila Ireland may participate in the meeting in relation to the matter, including by voting on the matter.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
Councillor Sheila Ireland did not take part in the vote on this matter.
councillor nicole jonic
In accordance with section 150EQ of the Local Government Act 2009 , Councillor Nicole Jonic informed the meeting that she has a declarable conflict of interest in Item 16.6 titled Further General Rates Concession for Properties impacted by the February 2022 Flood Event.
The nature of the interest is that Councillor Nicole Jonic resides with her husband in part of the area that was impacted by the 2022 February floods and her husband was previously entitled to and received a concession. However based on the assumptions in the report at Item 16.6, Councillor Nicole Jonic’s husband will not be entitled to the concession in this round. Councillor Nicole Jonic understands that there could be a perceived conflict of interest which is why she is making this declaration.
Councillor Nicole Jonic invited the other councillors to determine if she can continue to participate in the decision process.
It was moved by Mayor Teresa Harding and seconded by Councillor Sheila Ireland that Councillor Nicole Jonic does have a declarable conflict of interest in the matter because her husband was previously entitled to and received a concession and that on this occasion he is not entitled to the concession.
The eligible councillors present at the meeting decided that Councillor Nicole Jonic may participate in the meeting in relation to the matter, but not vote on the matter.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Councillor Nicole Jonic did not take part on the vote on the matter.
12. Confirmation of Minutes
Mentions: Brisbane Street · Centenary Highway · Cunningham Highway · Future Ripley Road · Ipswich · Swanbank · Tallegalla · Goodna · Ripley
12.1. Confirmation of Minutes - Council Ordinary Meeting - 24 November 2022
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
12.1
Confirmation of Minutes of Ordinary Meeting
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan:
That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 24 November 2022 be confirmed.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
13. mayoral Minute
Nil
14. Business Outstanding – Matters Lying on the Table to be Dealt With
Nil
15. Reception and Consideration of Committee Reports
The Growth, Infrastructure and Waste Committee of 29 November 2022 made no decisions under delegation.
15.1. Report of Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
15.1
Report of Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Paul Tully:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
This block motion adopts all items of the Growth, Infrastructure and Waste Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022, as listed below, as resolutions of Council:
Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee – item 1
Confirmation of Minutes of the Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee No. 2022(10) of 10 November 2022
That the Minutes of the Growth, Infrastructure and Waste Committee held on 10 November 2022 be confirmed.
Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee – item 2
Renewal of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) for Bundamba and Goodna Aquatic Centres
This matter was referred to the Governance and Transparency Committee of 29 November 2022.
Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee – item 3
Future Ripley Road corridor upgrade between Cunningham Highway and Centenary Highway Ripley
That the report be received and the contents noted.
Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee – item 4
Potential Sale of Swifts Sports Club located over part of 95A Brisbane Road, Booval
This matter was referred to the Council Ordinary Meeting of 8 December 2022.
Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee – item 5
Concept Design Master Plan - Tallegalla Cemetery
That the Tallegalla Cemetery concept design master plan (included as Attachment 2) be approved.
Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee – item 6
Infrastructure and Environment Department Capital Delivery Report October 2022
That the report be received and the contents noted.
Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee – item 7
Exercise Of Delegation Report
That the Exercise of Delegation report for the period 24 October 2022 to 15 November 2022, be received and the contents noted.
Growth Infrastructure and Waste Committee - item 8
Planning and Environment Court Action Status Report
That the Planning and Environment Court Action status report be received and the contents noted.
Mentions: Brisbane Road · Centenary Highway · Cunningham Highway · Future Ripley Road · Bundamba · Goodna · Ripley · Booval · Tallegalla
15.2. Report of Governance and Transparency Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Resolution: Moved by Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen:
15.2
Report of Governance and Transparency Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen:
Seconded by Councillor Russell Milligan:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Governance and Transparency Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
This block motion adopts all items of the Governance and Transparency Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022, as listed below, as resolutions of Council:
Governance and Transparency Committee – item 1
Response to Council Resolution - Reporting Processes
A. That this report, responding to a previous resolution of Council (minute item 14.1 ‘Transparency and Integrity’ dated 28 July 2022), be received and noted.
B. That the revised Acceptable Requests Guideline and Staff Interaction Policy (Attachment 2) be adopted.
C. That the internal processes relating to this matter be reviewed in 12 months.
Governance and Transparency Committee – item 2
Confirmation of Minutes of the Governance and Transparency Committee No. 2022(10) of 10 November 2022
That the Minutes of the Governance and Transparency Committee Meeting held on 10 November 2022 be confirmed, noting the amendments made to Items 5 and 11 at the Council Ordinary Meeting on 24 November 2022.
Governance and Transparency Committee – item 3
Disposal of Council Freehold Land - Access Restriction Strip located at Lot 24 West Street, Redbank Plains
A. That Council declare the Access Restriction Strip located at Lot 24 West Street, Redbank Plains, described as Lot 24 on SP229262, surplus to Council requirements and available for disposal for road purposes.
B. That Council resolve pursuant to section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (the Regulation) that the exception referred to in section 236(1)(i) of the Regulation apply to the disposal of the Access Restriction Strip located at Lot 24 West Street, Redbank Plains, described as Lot 24 on SP229262, to the State of Queensland (represented by the Department of Resources (DoR)).
C. That Council resolve under section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009 to delegate the power to the Chief Executive Officer, to be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of disposal of the Access Restriction Strip described in Recommendation B for road purposes.
Governance and Transparency Committee – item 4
Disposal of Council Freehold Land - Access Restriction Strip located at Lot 149 Perdita Street, Bellbird Park
A. That Council declare the Access Restriction Strip located at Lot 149 Perdita Street, Bellbird Park, described as Lot 149 on SP248802, surplus to Council requirements and available for disposal for road purposes.
B. That Council resolve pursuant to section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (the Regulation) that the exception referred to in section 236(1)(i) of the Regulation applies to the disposal of the Access Restriction Strip located at Lot 149 Perdita Street, Bellbird Park, described as Lot 149 on SP248802, to the State of Queensland (represented by the Department of Resources (DoR)).
C. That Council resolve under section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009 to delegate the power to the Chief Executive Officer, to be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of disposal of the Access Restriction Strip described in
Recommendation B for road purposes.
Governance and Transparency Committee – item 5
iVolve Program (Stage 3) Quarterly Status Update
That the report be received and the contents noted.
Governance and Transparency Committee – item 6
Queensland Audit Office 2022 Final Audit Report
That the 2021-2022 final management report for Ipswich City Council, as detailed in Attachment 1, be received and the contents noted.
Governance and Transparency Committee – item 7
Annual Financial Statements for controlled entities
That the report be received and the contents noted.
Governance and Transparency Committee – item 8
CEO Performance Appraisal 2021-2022
A. That the CEO Performance Review Report FY2022 be noted.
B. That the CEO Annual Performance Plan for FY2023 be noted.
C. That Council endorse the variation to the CEO’s Employment Contract.
D. That the Mayor be authorised to execute the Employment Contract Variation Agreement on behalf of Council.
Governance and Transparency Committee – item 9
Renewal of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) for Bundamba and Goodna Aquatic Centres
A. That Council resolve it is satisfied under section 235(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (regulation) that the exception under section 235(b) of the regulation applies and that Origin Energy Retail Ltd is the only supplier reasonably available to provide the LPG supply agreement for Bundamba, and Goodna Aquatic Centres for the following reasons:
(a) The number of suppliers for heating LPG is limited.
(b) The equipment at the Council Aquatic Centres is owned by the supplier and Council pays a rent and supply of gas cost.
(c) The cost to Council for a new supplier for the removal and replacement of the current infrastructure at the aquatic centres.
B. That Council enter into a supply agreement with Origin Energy Retail Ltd for the provision of the LPG sale and supply agreement for Bundamba, and Goodna Aquatic Centres for a period of two (2) years for the estimated sum of two hundred and seventy five thousand dollars ($275,000) excluding GST.
Mentions: Perdita Street · West Street · Redbank Plains · Bellbird Park · Ipswich · Bundamba · Goodna
15.3. Report of Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
15.3
Report of Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee
No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
This block motion adopts all items of the Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022, as listed below, as resolutions of Council:
Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee – item 1
Confirmation of Minutes of the Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee No. 2022(10) of 10 November 2022
That the Minutes of the Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee held on 10 November 2022 be confirmed.
Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee – item 2
Stronger Communities Program 2021-2022
That the Stronger Communities Program report be received and its contents noted.
Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee – item 3
Customer Experience Program of Work - 30 September 2022
That the 30 September 2022 quarterly report concerning Council’s Customer Experience Program of Work be received and the contents noted.
Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee – item 4
Change to Committee Membership
That Councillors Sheila Ireland and Marnie Doyle be appointed as members of the Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee.
15.4. Report of Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic:
15.4
Report of Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic:
Seconded by Councillor Sheila Ireland:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022 with the exception of Item 6 titled Economic Development Strategy .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
This block motion adopts all items of the Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022, with the exception of Item 6, as listed below, as resolutions of Council:
Economic and Industry Development Committee – item 1
Ipswich 2032 Summit Outcomes
A. That the Ipswich 2032 Summit Outcomes report be received and its contents noted.
B. That Council refer the oversight of the development of an Olympic and Paralympic legacy roadmap for the City to the Advocacy Steering Group.
C. That Council note the proposed legacy working group will be made up of local community leaders and experts to inform and shape the highest priority legacy opportunities and propose this be included for further discussion at the relevant Advocacy Steering Group meeting.
Economic and Industry Development Committee – item 2
Confirmation of Minutes of the Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2022(10) of 10 November 2022
That the Minutes of the Economic and Industry Development Committee held on 10 November 2022 be confirmed.
Economic and Industry Development Committee – item 3
Quarterly Event Sponsorship and Ticket Allocation Report
A. That Council receive and note that the following event sponsorship was approved during the 1 July 2022 to 30 September 2022 period:
Major Community Event Sponsorships above $15,000 excl. GST that were endorsed by Council:
· Category 2 Major Community Event Sponsorship for each of the Major Community Christmas Carols in the form of a multi-year agreement. Year 1 $15,000 (excl. GST), year 2 - $12,000 (excl. GST) and year 3 - $10,000 (excl. GST) and promotion through Council’s Christmas marketing campaign.
o Brassall Christmas in the Park Inc.
o Live City Church (Redbank Plains)
o Tivoli Social Enterprises Ltd.
o Springfield Carols Inc.
· Category 2 Major Community Event Sponsorship of $20,000 (excl. GST) to Tivoli Social Enterprises Limited for the ‘Celebrate ’23 at Tivoli’ New Year’s Eve event.
B. That Council note there were the following ticket allocations made:
That Council note that ticket allocations to CMC Rocks were made with CEO approval for the purpose of advocacy and capacity building (in line with council’s Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Policy (specifically point 16) and 6.9 of the Event Sponsorship Policy (including the Ticket Invitation Allocation Standards).
Economic and Industry Development Committee – item 4
Galvanized - Festival of Heritage Post-Event Report
That the post event report for the Galvanized Festival 2022 be received and the contents noted.
Economic and Industry Development Committee – item 5
Spark Ipswich Festival 2022 - Post Event Report
That the report be received and the contents noted.
Economic and Industry Development Committee – item 6
Economic Development Strategy 2023 - 2027
RECOMMENDATION
A. That Council endorse the Economic Development Strategy 2023-2027.
B. That Council note, that subject to Recommendation A being endorsed, a detailed implementation plan will be developed in consultation with the Chair of the Economic and Industry Development Committee.
Councillor Nicole Jonic proposed a variation to Recommendation A to add the word ‘updated’ prior to the words Economic Development Strategy 2023-2027.
Moved by Councillor Nicole Jonic:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
A. That Council endorse the updated Economic Development Strategy 2023-2027.
B. That Council note, that subject to Recommendation A being endorsed, a detailed implementation plan will be developed in consultation with the Chair of the Economic and Industry Development Committee.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
Attachments
1. Updated Economic Development Strategy 2023-2027 ⇨
Economic and Industry Development Committee – item 7
Change to Committee Membership
That Councillor Marnie Doyle be appointed as a member of the Economic and Industry Development Committee.
Mentions: Ipswich · Brassall · Redbank Plains · Tivoli · Springfield
15.5. Report of Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan:
15.5
Report of Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022 with the exception of Items 3 and 5 and that the procedural motion for the commencement of the meeting on page 99 of the agenda, be amended to 12.32 pm .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
This block motion adopts all items of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022, with the exception of Items 3 and 5, as listed below, as resolutions of Council:
Environment and Sustainability Committee – item 1
Trolley Clean Up - Update October/November 2022
That the report be received and the contents noted.
Environment and Sustainability Committee – item 2
Confirmation of Minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2022(10) of 10 November 2022
That the Minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee Meeting held on 10 November 2022 be confirmed.
Environment and Sustainability Committee – item 3
Ipswich City Council Natural Environment Strategy 2023
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
That Council adopt the new Ipswich City Council Natural Environment Strategy 2023 as detailed in Attachment 2.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
Environment and Sustainability Committee – item 4
Severe Weather February 2022 Recovery Plan - October to December
That the report concerning the Recovery Plan October to December 2022 be received and its contents noted.
Environment and Sustainability Committee – item 5
Response to Mayoral Motion - Review of the February/March 2022 flood event
Moved by Councillor Russell Milligan:
Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:
A. That Council adopt the ‘Flood Review 2022 – Strategic Review Report and Operational Review Report’ as detailed in Attachments 1 and 2’.
B. That the report be presented to the City of Ipswich Local Disaster Management Group and the City of Ipswich Local Recovery and Resilience Group.
C. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to develop resourcing, implementation, and monitoring arrangements in relation to Recommendation A.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
Adjourn Meeting
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
That the meeting be adjourned at 10.14 am to reconvene at 10.44 am.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
The meeting reconvened at 10.46 am.
At 10.46 am Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner left the meeting room due to a previously declared interest in Item 15.6.
Mentions: Ipswich
15.6. Report of Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
15.6
Report of Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee No. 2022(11) of 29 November 2022
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee No. 2022(11) of
29 November 2022 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
All Councillors except Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken.
The motion was put and carried.
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee – item 1
Confirmation of Minutes of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee No. 2022(10) of 10 November 2022
That the Minutes of the Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee Meeting held on 10 November 2022 be confirmed.
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee – item 2
Ipswich Central Revitalisation - six monthly report
That the report be received and the contents noted.
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee – item 3
Nicholas Street Precinct - Retail Sub-Project Steering Committee November 2022
That the November 2022 Retail Sub-Project Steering Committee Report be received and the contents noted.
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee – item 4
Nicholas Street Precinct - Brand and Activation Manager Report - November 2022
That the Nicholas Street Precinct Communications, Engagement and Events Monthly Report be received and the contents noted.
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee – item 5
Procurement - Tender Consideration Plan - Retail Leasing Services
A. That pursuant to Section 230(1)(a) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council resolve to prepare a Tender Consideration Plan for the re-engagement of Ranbury Property Services Pty Ltd for the provision of retail leasing services for the Nicholas Street Precinct.
B. That pursuant to Section 230(1)(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council resolve to adopt the Tender Consideration Plan for the re-engagement of Ranbury Property Services Pty Ltd for the provision of retail leasing services for the Nicholas Street Precinct.
C. That in accordance with the Tender Consideration Plan, Council enter into a contractual arrangement with Ranbury Property Services Pty Ltd at a fixed cost of $ 145,665.00 excluding GST, plus transaction success fees, over the entire term, being an initial term of six (6) months, with options for extension at the discretion of Council (as purchaser), of an additional two (2) x six (6) month terms.
D. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009 , Council resolve to delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to take “ contractual action” pursuant to section 238 of the Regulation, in order to implement Council’s decision.
Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee – item 6
Procurement - Contract 16456 Program Management Services Variation
A. That the contractual arrangement (Council contract 16456) with Ranbury Management Group Pty Ltd (Supplier) for the provision of Program Management Services for the Ipswich Central Revitalisation Project be varied to amend the purchase price from two million, five hundred and nineteen thousand, two hundred and twenty nine dollars and fifty cents ($2,519,229.50) excluding GST to approximately two million, nine hundred and seventy one thousand, seven hundred and eighty six dollars and eighty cents ($2,971,786.80) excluding GST over the entire term.
B. That Council enter into a deed of variation with the Supplier to appropriately amend the existing contractual arrangement.
C. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009, Council resolve to delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to take “contractual action” pursuant to section 238 of the Regulation, in order to implement Council’s decision, including the deed of variation to the revised fee estimate and any future variations up to the contingency amount.
At 10.53 am Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner returned to the meeting room.
16. Officers’ Reports
Mentions: Nicholas Street · Ipswich
16.1. Potential Sale of Swifts Sports Club located over part of 95A Brisbane Road, Booval
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding
16.1
Potential Sale of Swifts Sports Club located over part of 95A Brisbane Road, Booval
Recommendation
A. That pursuant to section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council resolve that the exception at section 236(1)(b)(ii) of the Regulation applies to the disposal of surplus land at 95A Brisbane Road, Booval more particularly described as part of Lot 169 and Plan RP24111, (Council file reference number L-1274), because the disposal will be to a community organisation.
B. That Council enter a contractual arrangement with Swifts Leagues Club Ltd at an expected sale price of $1,370,000 excluding GST, payable to Council.
C. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009 , Council resolve to delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to take “contractual action” pursuant to section 238 of the Regulation, in order to implement Council’s decision.
Move into Closed Session
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding
Seconded by Councillor Paul Tully
That in accordance with section 254J(3)(g) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 , the meeting move into closed session to discuss Item 16.1 titled Potential Sale of Swifts Sports Club.
The meeting moved into closed session at 11.24 am.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
Adjourn Meeting
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding
That the closed meeting be adjourned at 12.13 pm to reconvene at 1.30 pm.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
The closed meeting reconvened at 1.30 pm.
Move into Open Session
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding
That the meeting move into open session.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
The meeting moved into open session at 2.40 pm.
STATEMENT OF REASONS
On the basis of information and advice provided by Council and external advisors, it is considered most prudent for financial, risk and operational reasons for Council to remain the owner of the land rather than to sell the land.
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
A. That the report be received and noted.
B. That Council resolve not to sell the land at
95A Brisbane Road, Booval more particularly described as part of Lot 169 and Plan RP24111, (Council file reference number L-1274).
C. That Council advise the existing Lessee that it is prepared to negotiate revised terms of the existing Lease or to enter into a new lease with the Lessee on terms and conditions and for such period as may be agreed to by the Parties.
D. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009 , Council resolve to delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to take action in relation to the variation of the existing Lease or the creation of a new Lease.
E. That the matter be brought back to Council for approval of any revised or new Lease.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Brisbane Road · Booval
16.2. Community Use - Child Care Centre at 54-56 Arthur Summervilles Road, Karalee - Draft Conditions Package
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
16.2
Community Use - Child Care Centre at 54-56 Arthur Summervilles Road, Karalee - Draft Conditions Package
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
That the conditions generally outlined in Attachment A be approved subject to the review of other parties of the appeal and adjustment of conditions as required.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
At 2.51 pm Councillor Andrew Fechner left the meeting room due to a previously declared interest in Items 16.3 and 16.4.
Mentions: Arthur Summervilles Road · Karalee
16.3. Development Application (Minor Change) 7213/2014/MAMC/D - Nugrow Special Industry (Compost and Soil Conditioner Manufacturing Facility) at Swanbank
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
16.3
Development Application (Minor Change) 7213/2014/MAMC/D - Nugrow Special Industry (Compost and Soil Conditioner Manufacturing Facility) at Swanbank
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Sheila Ireland:
That Council refuse the proposed Minor Change Application 7213/2014/MAMC/D for the reasons outlined within this report and Attachment A.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
All Councillors except Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken.
The motion was put and carried.
At 2.58 pm Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen left the meeting room due to a previously declared interest in Item 16.4.
Mentions: Swanbank
16.4. Development Application Recommendation (Minor Change) 10301/2019/MAMC/A
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
16.4
Development Application Recommendation (Minor Change) 10301/2019/MAMC/A
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
That Council approve a minor change to development application no. 10301/2019/MCU subject to conditions as contained in Attachment 2 of this report.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
All Councillors except Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner were present when the vote was taken.
The motion was put and carried.
At 3.01 pm Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen and Councillor Andrew Fechner returned to the meeting room.
16.5. Report - Audit and Risk Management Committee No. 2022(06) of 16 November 2022
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
16.5
Report - Audit and Risk Management Committee No. 2022(06) of 16 November 2022
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
That the report of the Audit and Risk Management Committee No. 2022(06) of 16 November 2022 be received, the contents noted and the recommendations contained therein be adopted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Jonic
The motion was put and carried.
16.6. Further General Rates Concession for Properties Impacted by the February 2022 Flood Event
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
16.6
Further General Rates Concession for Properties Impacted by the February 2022 Flood Event
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
That in accordance with Chapter 4, Part 10 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 , Ipswich City Council decide to grant a $250 concession for general rates related to the October to December 2022 rating period to eligible residential owner occupied rate payers impacted by the 2022 floods, and where the relevant residential dwelling continues to be uninhabitable, on the basis outlined in this report.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Ireland
Tully
Doyle
Fechner
Kunzelmann
Milligan
Councillor Nicole Jonic did not take part in the vote on this matter due to her previously declared interest in the matter.
The motion was put and carried.
17. Notices of Motion
Nil
18. Questions on Notice
Nil
MEETING CLOSED
The meeting closed at 3.03 pm.
Mentions: Ipswich
Source: Ipswich City Council meeting minutes (CC BY 4.0).