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Economic and Industry Development Committee — 2022-03-10
00 New Item (Committees) - Leave of Absence - Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
Leave of Absence - Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic
It was moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen and seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner that a leave of absence be granted for Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen Nil
Harding
Kunzelmann
Fechner
The motion was put and carried.
WELCOME TO COUNTRY/ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Councillor Jacob Madsen (Deputy Chairperson) delivered the Acknowledgement of Country.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN MATTERS ON THE AGENDA
Nil
BUSINESS OUTSTANDING
Nil
Confirmation of Minutes
1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2022(01) of 10 February 2022
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
That the minutes of the Economic and Industry Development Committee held on 10 February 2022 be confirmed.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen Nil
Harding
Kunzelmann
Fechner
The motion was put and carried.
Officers’ Reports
2. Ipswich Economic Update
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
2. Ipswich Economic Update
This report provides a summary update on population, economic and employment factors for the Ipswich region.
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Kate Kunzelmann:
That the Ipswich Economic Update report be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen Nil
Harding
Kunzelmann
Fechner
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Ipswich
3. Small Business Resilience and Growth Funding Program
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
3. Small Business Resilience and Growth Funding Program
This is a report concerning the Small Business Resilience and Growth Program which opened 1 February 2022. The Program is designed to support local small businesses to invest in their businesses through:
· Physical upgrades to the business premises
· Digital capability
· Business owner capability
The program has generated significant interest and engagement with Ipswich businesses.
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:
That the report concerning the Small Business Resilience and Growth Program be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen Nil
Harding
Kunzelmann
Fechner
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Ipswich
4. Event Sponsorship - The Gathering 2022
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
4. Event Sponsorship - The Gathering 2022
This is a report concerning an event sponsorship application by Limestone Events Inc. for support of the Celtic Festival ‘The Gathering’ to be held in May 2022 at the Ipswich Turf Club.
The application is for a combined cash and in-kind sponsorship value of $24,000.
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
A. That Limestone Events Inc. receive $15,000 ex GST cash support for ‘The Gathering’ 2022.
B. That Limestone Events Inc. receive the following in-kind support valued at $9,000 ex GST:
· Inclusion of a two-page feature in council’s seasonal Quarterly Guide
· Inclusion on the council funded Goodna Billboard promoting 2022 Ipswich Festivals initiatives.
· Erection of (existing) street banners along Brisbane Road to promote event
· Support from two (2) staff from the City Events team during event delivery.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen Nil
Harding
Kunzelmann
Fechner
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Brisbane Road · Ipswich · Goodna
5. Event Sponsorship - Ipswich Cup 2022
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
5. Event Sponsorship - Ipswich Cup 2022
This is a report concerning an event sponsorship application by Ipswich Turf Club for support of the Ipswich Cup Race Day in June 2022.
The application is for $20,000 ex GST in financial support.
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner:
That the Ipswich Turf Club receive $20,000 ex GST financial support.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen Nil
Harding
Kunzelmann
Fechner
That the motion was put and carried.
NOTICES OF MOTION
Nil
MATTERS ARISING
Nil
PROCEDURAL MOTIONS AND FORMAL MATTERS
The meeting commenced at 11.51 am.
The meeting closed at 12.03 pm.
Mentions: Ipswich
Source: Ipswich City Council meeting minutes (CC BY 4.0).