CONFIRMED MINUTES

 OF THE ORDINARY MEETING OF PENRITH CITY COUNCIL HELD IN THE

COUNCIL CHAMBERS

ON MONDAY 6 FEBRUARY 2006 AT 7:03PM

NATIONAL ANTHEM AND PRAYER

The meeting opened with the National Anthem and Prayer read by Reverend Neil Checkley.

STATEMENT OF RECOGNITION

His Worship the Mayor, Councillor John Thain read a statement of recognition of Penrith City’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Heritage.

PRESENT

His Worship the Mayor Councillor John Thain, Councillors Kaylene Allison, David Bradbury, Lexie Cettolin, Kevin Crameri OAM, Greg Davies, Mark Davies, Ross Fowler, Jackie Greenow, Karen McKeown, Susan Page, Garry Rumble, Pat Sheehy AM, and Steve Simat.

 

APOLOGIES

635  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Ross Fowler seconded Councillor Pat Sheehy that apologies be received from Councillor Jim Aitken OAM.

 

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - Ordinary Meeting - 12 December 2005

636  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Ross Fowler seconded Councillor Pat Sheehy that the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of 12 December 2005 be confirmed.

 

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

His Worship the Mayor, Councillor John Thain declared a non-pecuniary interest in Item 2 as he is a former Director of the Henry Lawson Club and left the meeting during the discussion and voting on the item.

 

Councillor Susan Page declared a non-pecuniary interest in Item 6 as she is on the Board of the New Mardi Gras and she reserved her right to speak and vote.

 

suspension of standing orders

637  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Jackie Greenow seconded Councillor Mark Davies that Standing Orders be suspended to allow members of the public to address the meeting, the time being 7:07pm.

 

ADDRESSING THE MEETING

The following person requested permission to address the meeting on the issues outlined below:

 

Mr Stuart Ayres

Item 7 – Use of Council’s Sporting Facilities

                                                              Speaking AGAINST the Recommendation                                                                                                                                   

Mr Ayres spoke as a representative of the Penrith Australian Rules Football Club (RAMS).

Mr Ayres spoke in relation to Dukes Oval, Emu Plains.  Mr Ayres stated that the use of Dukes Oval by the RAMS during the winter months ensures that the facility is being fully utilised.   The investment in lighting of Dukes Oval will be redundant if the RAMS are no longer able to utilise the facility.

Mr Ayres stated that the impact on the wicket area would be lessened if an effective facility management plan were in place. For example, Liverpool City Council host both AFL and Sydney Grade Cricket on Rosedale Oval.  The caretakers of Dukes Oval have minimal experience in maintaining the wicket over the winter period, and would benefit from consulting with other Councils that host both Cricket and AFL at the one facility.

Mr Ayres stated that the usage of Dukes Oval by the RAMS is relatively light, with mostly only training taking place between late March and the first week of September.  Dukes Oval was only utilised for competition on 7 Saturdays in 2005.

Mr Ayres outlined the concerns of the club with Greygums Oval, stating that it is not in suitable condition for senior level AFL.  The ground surface is uneven, and the soil is hard and compacted.  This is exacerbated by the fact that the Little Athletics club uses pesticide to mark their running lines.  Mr Ayres outlined the number of junior sports that currently also use the facility, stating that the facility is already at its maximum utilisation.  Mr Ayres reiterated the fact that the playing surface is not safe for senior level football.

Mr Ayres commented that if the problem with Dukes Oval is its use as an AFL ground in winter, why is it that the RAMS are the only team to be asked to relocate, whereas the same request has not been made of the Emu Plains Juniors.

 

resumption of standing orders

638  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Jackie Greenow seconded Councillor Greg Davies that Standing Orders be resumed, the time being 7:13pm.

 

Mayoral Minutes

 

1                 Australia Day Honours and Local Citizen Awards                             

639  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor John Thain seconded Councillor Jackie Greenow that the information contained in the Mayoral Minute on Australian Day Honours and Local Citizen Awards be received.

 

2                 Queens Baton Relay                                                                            

640  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor John Thain seconded Councillor Jackie Greenow that the information contained in the Mayoral Minute on the Queens Baton Relay be received.

 

3                 2006 Australia Day Celebrations                                                        

641  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor John Thain seconded Councillor Jackie Greenow that the information contained in the Mayoral Minute on 2006 Australia Day Celebrations be received.

 

Notices Of Motion

 

1        Notice of Motion [Rescission]                                                    DA03/3292

Submitted by Councillors Steve Simat, Jim Aitken, Lexie Cettolin, Greg Davies, Mark Davies, Ross Fowler and Garry Rumble

That the motion carried at the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 12 December 2005 in relation to Item 7 – Development Application 03/3292 for a part six and part seven storey mixed retail, commercial and residential building over basement parking at Lot 1 DP 779550, Lot 2 DP 154388, Lot 1 DP 576961 and Lot B DP 152524 (No. 538-556 High Street, Penrith be, and is hereby, rescinded.

 

The  MOTION was MOVED Councillor Steve Simat seconded Councillor Greg Davies

 

642 On being put to the meeting the MOTION was CARRIED.

 

 

2        Notice of Motion                                                                          DA03/3292

Submitted by Councillors Steve Simat, Jim Aitken, Lexie Cettolin, Greg Davies, Mark Davies, Ross Fowler and Garry Rumble

That:

 

1.         The information contained in the report to the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 12 December 2005 in relation to Development Application 03/3292 for a part six and part seven storey mixed retail, commercial and residential building over basement parking at Lot 1 DP 779550, Lot 2 DP 154388, Lot 1 DP 576961 and Lot B DP 152524 (No. 538 - 556) High Street, Penrith be received

 

2.         A further report be brought back to Council in 2006 to allow time for consideration, negotiation and clarification on planning conflicts.

 

643  With the concurrence of the proposers, the MOTION, was amended and MOVED Councillor Steve Simat seconded Councillor Greg Davies

That:

 

1.         The information contained in the report to the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 12 December 2005 in relation to Development Application 03/3292 for a part six and part seven storey mixed retail, commercial and residential building over basement parking at Lot 1 DP 779550, Lot 2 DP 154388, Lot 1 DP 576961 and Lot B DP 152524 (No. 538 - 556) High Street, Penrith be received

 

2.         A further report be brought back to Council within three months to allow time for consideration, negotiation and clarification on planning conflicts.

 

644  On being put to the meeting the MOTION, as amended, was CARRIED.

 

 

MASTER PROGRAM REPORTS

 

The City as a Social Place

 

2        Penrith Community Development Support Expenditure (CDSE) Funding Program - 2005                                                                                  1117/42

645  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kevin Crameri seconded Councillor Jackie Greenow that the matter be deferred, and be dealt with at the end of ‘The City as a Social Place’ Master Progam Reports.

 

4        Community Assistance Program - Rolling Component                   6016/52

646  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kevin Crameri seconded Councillor Jackie Greenow

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Community Assistance Program - Rolling Component be received

2.     Council approve the allocation of $1,000.00 to Penrith Women’s Health Centre on behalf of  the IWD Working Party as a contribution toward the cost of holding an International Women’s Day celebration

3.     Council approve the allocation of $517.00 to the Kingswood Park Community Centre Management Committee for the purchase of a metal trolley.

 

5        Integration of the City's Principal Cultural Facilities                          31/56

647  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kevin Crameri seconded Councillor Jackie Greenow

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Integration of the City's Principal Cultural Facilities be received

2.     Council endorse the program of activities outlined in the report.

3.     Council agree to $18,000 being allocated from the Systems and Procedures Budget for the preparation of a Service Specification for the new integrated cultural entity / company.

 

 

1        Senior's Week 2006                                                                          1019/74

648  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Garry Rumble seconded Councillor Greg Davies

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Senior's Week 2006 be received

2.     Council provide Seniors Week grants for ten community projects to nine community organisations to the value of $6,330 to celebrate Seniors Week 2006, as outlined in the Acting Community Development Manager’s report.

3.     Council allocate the remaining $170.00 from the Seniors Week grant fund budget of $6,500 to Council’s Seniors Week activity “Volunteer to Live Life” to be held at St Marys Senior Citizens Centre on Monday 3rd April 2006.

 

 

3        Mobile Pre-School Operations                                                           1401/3

649  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor David Bradbury seconded Councillor Karen McKeown

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Mobile Pre-School Operations be received

2.     A further report be presented to Council giving more detail on the proposed Mobile Pre-School Operations.

 

 

6        2006 Mardi Gras Event in Penrith                                               1042/1 Pt5

650  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Jackie Greenow seconded Councillor Pat Sheehy that the information contained in the report on 2006 Mardi Gras Event in Penrith be received.

 

Councillors Kevin Crameri OAM and Mark Davies requested that their names be recorded as having voted AGAINST the motion.

 

7        Use of Council's Sporting Facilities                                                    3158/1

651  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Pat Sheehy seconded Councillor Garry Rumble

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on the use of Council’s sporting facilities be received

2.     The issue of fencing Darcy Smith Oval, Emu Plains be re-examined following a site inspection, once the soccer fields are marked out

3.     The RAMS AFL Club to be relocated from Dukes Oval to another venue to reduce wear and tear on the cricket wicket square.  Due to the absence of alternative facilities, the RAMS be advised to liaise with the Penrith Swans at Greygums Oval for the shared use of this field

4.     A further report to be presented to Council regarding the use of Oval No. 5, Jamison Park.  The report is to outline in particular which month the Junior League will require the ground, and any possible clash between the cricket and league schedules taking into consideration the longest possible season for each sport

5.     A further report be presented to Council outlining the costs, and any compensation that can be provided to the Emu Plains / Glenmore Park Junior Australian Rules Football Club following the move of the senior team (RAMS) and their equipment, to Greygums Oval

6.     A further report be presented to Council on the costs of improving the playing surface at Greygums Oval to make it more suitable for senior level AFL competition.

 

Councillor Susan Page left the meeting, the time being 8:20pm.

 

Councillor Susan Page returned to the meeting, the time being 8:22pm.

 

8        ADI Site, Sydney Regional Environmental Plan No. 30 - St Marys - Draft Amendment No. 1                                                                                4130/2

652  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Pat Sheehy seconded Councillor Greg Davies

That:

1.      The information contained in the report on ADI Site, Sydney Regional Environmental Plan No. 30 - St Marys - Draft Amendment No. 1 be received

                   2.      Council make a written submission to the Department of Planning on the draft amendments to SREP 30 based on the recommended actions detailed in the report and Council also re-states its opinion that it favours a boundary smoothing process in order to support efficient Regional Park management.

 

                   3.      ADI RAG be advised of Council’s decision.

 

Having earlier declared a non-pecuniary interest in Item 2, His Worship the Mayor, Councillor John Thain left the meeting the time being 8:45pm.

 

Deputy Mayor, Councillor Jackie Greenow took the chair the time being 8:45pm.

 

Councillor Ross Fowler declared a non-pecuniary interest in Item 2 as he is the accountant / auditor of many of the organisations listed, and he reserved his right to speak and vote on the matter.

 

2        Penrith Community Development Support Expenditure (CDSE) Funding Program - 2005                                                                                  1117/42

653    RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kevin Crameri seconded Councillor Pat Sheehy that the information contained in the report on Penrith Community Development Support Expenditure (CDSE) Funding Program – 2005 be received.

 

His Worship the Mayor, Councillor John Thain returned to the meeting, and resumed the chair, the time being 8:46pm.

 

The City In Its Environment

 

9        Weed control at Knapsack Creek                                                7025/2 Pt9

654  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Pat Sheehy seconded Councillor Greg Davies

That:

1.   The information contained in the report on Weed control at Knapsack Creek be received

2.   The grant monies be accepted

3.   A letter be written to the Minister for Lands thanking him for the grant.

 

10      Nepean River Bank, Leonay                                                       5013/6 Pt4

655  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Pat Sheehy seconded Councillor Greg Davies that the information contained in the report on Nepean River Bank, Leonay be received.

 

Councillor Kevin Crameri left the meeting, the time being 8:51pm.

 

Councillor Kevin Crameri returned to the meeting, the time being 8:53pm.

 

11      Aquatic Weed Harvesting                                                            5013/5 Pt8

656  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Jackie Greenow seconded Councillor Pat Sheehy

That:

1.      The information contained in the report on Aquatic Weed Harvesting in the Nepean River be received

2.      Council write to the Premier of NSW seeking urgent funding for an aquatic weed harvester to be based in the Hawkesbury Nepean Catchment, under the management of the Hawkesbury River County Council

3.      Discussions take place with other users of the river for joint use of equipment to remove weed in the river above the Weir

4.      A further report be presented to Council on making representations to State and Local authorities to determine one body to be in charge of the river.

 

The City as an Economy

 

14      Construction of Offices at 225 - 227 Queen Street, St Marys 319961 LE2

657  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Garry Rumble seconded Councillor Kevin Crameri

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Construction of Offices at 225 - 227 Queen Street, St Marys be received

2.     That formal tenders be invited from;

          a) Brisland Pty Ltd

          b) Arenco (NSW) Pty Limited

          c) Rapid Construction PTY Limited

          d) Lahey Constructions Pty Ltd

          e) Gledhill Constructions Pty Ltd

3.       A further report to be submitted to Council recommending a preferred           builder.

 

 

12      Relationship between Penrith City and Lachlan Shire                    1129/56

658  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Karen McKeown

That:

1.    The information contained in the report on Relationship between Penrith City and Lachlan Shire be received

2.    Council agree in principle to develop a partnership between Penrith City Council and Lachlan Shire Council that would facilitate a program of exchange between groups in the two communities

3.    Council advise Lachlan Shire of this decision

4.    The local print and television media in both areas be advised of the relationship to publicise its benefits

5.    A further report be presented to Council detailing the benefits of such a partnership to Council and the community.

 

Councillor Greg Davies left the meeting, the time being 9:11pm.

 

13      Outdoor Eating and Trading Licences - Non-Profit Organisations 7000-13 Pt3

659  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor David Bradbury seconded Councillor Karen McKeown

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Outdoor Eating and Trading Licences - Non-Profit Organisations be received

2.     Applications requesting the waiving or provision of a subsidy relating to the Licence fee for Outdoor Eating and Trading be only considered where the applicant is a non-profit organisation and they can demonstrate the community benefit

3.     A further report be presented to Council detailing the outcomes of the implementation of the new policy.  The report is to outline if there has been any need for enforcement with traders that may have encroached onto the footpath area.  The report is also to outline the effect on those businesses that have had to pay for their licences.

 

15      Urban Development Institute of Australia National Congress 2006 103/14 Pt 4

660  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Ross Fowler seconded Councillor Jackie Greenow

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Urban Development Institute of Australia National Congress 2006 be received

2.     Councillors Jim Aitken and Steve Simat be Council’s nominated delegates to attend the National Congress of the Urban Development Institute of Australia in Adelaide from 3rd - to 6th April, 2006.

 

The City Supported by Infrastructure

 

16      Tender for Provision of Various Building Trade Services - Tender reference 06-05/06                                                                               38/147

661  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Garry Rumble seconded Councillor Karen McKeown

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Tender for Provision of Various Building Trade Services - Tender reference 06-05/06 be received

2.     Council accepts tenders for the provision of various trade services from the following companies.

General Building Works and Repairs

Westco Building Consultants Pty Ltd

MS St Clair Building Consultants

BG Enterprises Pty Ltd

Plumbing & Drainage Services

BG Enterprises Pty Ltd

Jordan Plumbing & Electrical

Broadview Plumbing Services

Glazing Services

Cains Glass Service Pty Ltd

O’briens Glass Industries

Painting Services

Westco Building Consultants Pty Ltd

Programmed Maintenance Services Pty Ltd

Steve Rosenthal Painting

Concreting Services

Allied Civil Pty Ltd

Cunneen & Mayne Building Construction P/L

Security Alarms & Detection Systems

Quorum Security Services

Peiker Communications Services

Electrical Services

Hix Electrical Services Pty Ltd

Jordan Plumbing & Electrical

BG Enterprises Pty Ltd

 

         

 

 

17      Russell Street, Emu Plains - Pedestrian Safety Under the Main Western Railway Line                                                                                  RU/01 Pt4

662  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Garry Rumble seconded Councillor Karen McKeown

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Russell Street, Emu Plains - Pedestrian Safety Under the Main Western Railway Line, be received.

2.     The Member for Penrith be requested to lobby the Minister for Transport to request funding for a pedestrian underpass between the northern and southern side of the Main Western Railway Line on Russell Street.

 

Leadership and Organisation

 

18      Summary of Investments & Banking for the period 30 November 2005 to 27 December 2005                                                                               6031/4

663  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kevin Crameri seconded Councillor Ross Fowler

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Summary of Investments & Banking for the period 30 November 2005 to 27 December 2005 be received

2.     The Certificate of the Responsible Accounting Officer, Statement of General Fund Bank Balances as at 27 December and the Summary of Investments for the period 30 November 2005 to 27 December 2005 be noted and accepted.

3.     The graphical investment analysis as at 27 December 2005 be noted.

4.     The Agency Collection Fees information be noted.

 

 

19      Pecuniary Interest Returns                                                                 909/62

664  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kevin Crameri seconded Councillor Ross Fowler that the information contained in the report on Pecuniary Interest Returns be received.

 

 

20      Local Government Remuneration Tribunal Special Determination 2005-2006                                                                                          753/7 & 10/42

665  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kevin Crameri seconded Councillor Ross Fowler

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Local Government Remuneration Tribunal Special Determination 2005-2006 be received

2.     The Councillor Annual Fee be set at $20,160, the Deputy Mayor additional fee be set at $11,753, and the Mayor additional fee be set at $47,012.

 

21      Nepean & District Pony Club and Riding for Disabled New South Wales                                                                                          514884 LE1 Part 4

666  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Garry Rumble seconded Councillor Kevin Crameri

That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Nepean & District Pony Club and Riding for Disabled New South Wales be received.

2.     That a committee be formed under Section 355 of the Local Government Act 1993 to have delegated authority under Section 377 of the Act for the care, control and management of the property known as Lot 17-20, DP 238495 Samuel Marsden Road, Orchard Hills. That committee shall consist of:

          - 3 representatives of RDA

          - 3 representatives of Pony Club

          - Council’s Facilities Operations Manager.

3.       The Committee shall be known as Samuel Marsden Road Riding Facility           Committee.

 Councillor Greg Davies returned to the meeting, the time being 9:15pm.

 

QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

Councillor Pat Sheehy left the meeting, the time being 9:15pm.

 

QWN 1      Personnel Matter                                                                           21/4

Councillor Jackie Greenow advised that she would be raising a Question Without Notice in the Committee of the Whole in relation to personnel matters concerning particular individuals and discussion of the matter in open meeting would be, on balance, contrary to the public interest.

 

 

QWN 2      Corner Fourth Avenue and Second Avenue, Llandilo              FO/03

Councillor Kevin Crameri requested that a tree stump located on the verge of the road corner of Fourth and Second Avenues, Llandilo needs to be removed as it is in a dangerous location.

 

 

Councillor Pat Sheehy returned to the meeting, the time being 9:16pm.

 

QWN 3      Ninth Avenue, Llandilo                                                        NI/01 Pt 2

Councillor Kevin Crameri requested that a litter patrol is needed urgently along Ninth Avenue, Llandilo as rubbish dumping is taking place on a large scale.

 

 

QWN 4      Sales Park, Luddenham                                                             3223/1

Councillor Garry Rumble tabled a letter of thanks from the Luddenham Progress Association to the Parks and Gardens Supervisor, Mr Greg Butchard for his swift action in having rubbish cleaned up from Sales Park in Luddenham.  Councillor Rumble requested that the letter be forwarded to the staff involved, and a letter be forwarded to the Progress Association thanking them for their interest and appreciation.

 

 

QWN 5      Caddens Road                                                                                      

Councillor Garry Rumble requested a report to Council on the possibility of the land in Caddens Road, which has access under the M4, being used by the Riding for the Disabled and Nepean Pony Club.

 

 

QWN 6      Graffiti in Queen Street, St Marys                                    QU/02 Pt 6

Councillor Steve Simat requested a memo on the costs to remove graffiti in Queen Street, St Marys.

 

 

QWN 7      Clothing Bin, Northern Side of St Marys Train Station   9200/8 Pt 2

Councillor David Bradbury requested urgent attention be given to the removal of the Clothing Bin located on the Northern side of St Marys Train Station.

 

 

QWN 8      Intersection of Explorers Way and Ersking Park Road, St Clair                   EX/01

Councillor David Bradbury requested a report on the status of investigations into the traffic situation at the intersection of Explorers Way and Erskine Park Road, St Clair.

 


 

QWN 9      Graffiti Removal - Claremont Meadows sign, O'Connell Street, Claremont Meadows                                                                             OC/01 Pt 3

Councillor David Bradbury requested the removal of graffiti on the Claremont Meadows sign at the entrance of O’Connell Street, Claremont Meadows.

 

 

QWN 10    Security at Cranebrook Shopping Centre                        634905 Pt 3

Councillor David Bradbury requested a report to Council on the security situation at Cranebrook Shopping Centre.

 

 

QWN 11    Memorial Stone, Victoria Park                                          3010/1 Pt 2

Councillor David Bradbury advised Council of the opening of the Memorial Stone in Victoria Park.  Councillor Bradbury expressed his appreciation, and the appreciation of those in attendance, at the work carried out by Council staff in getting the works completed and the park looking fantastic for the opening.

 

 

QWN 12    Andromeda Drive, Cranebrook                                         AN/19 Pt 2

Councillor Greg Davies requested a memo to all North Ward Councillors on the progress of getting a slip-lane to turn right onto the Northern Road from Andromeda Drive, Cranebrook.

 

 

QWN 13    Occupancy Agreements for Council Facilities                  1350/9 Pt 2

Councillor Ross Fowler requested a memo reply on how the management of the Occupancy Agreements of Neighbourhood Centres can be simplified to lessen the undue concern of the management committees.

 

 

QWN 14    Delegated Authority over Council recess                           21/13 Pt 4

Councillor Ross Fowler requested a report to Council on the delegated authority used over the Council recess period 2005/2006.

 

 

Committee of the Whole

 

667  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Ross Fowler seconded Councillor Greg Davies the meeting adjourn to the Committee of the Whole to deal with the following matters, the time being 9:29pm.

 

1        Presence of the Public

 

CW1 RESOLVED on the motion of Councillor Ross Fowler seconded Councillor Greg Davies that the press and public be excluded from Committee of the Whole to deal with the following matters:

 

City as an Economy

 

2        Commercial Matter - Council Property - Queen Street & Carsons Lane, St Marys 319961 LE2

 

This item has been referred to Committee of the Whole as the report refers to commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed (i) prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it; or (ii) confer a commercial advantage on a competitor of the Council; or (iii) reveal a trade secret and discussion of the matter in open meeting would be, on balance, contrary to the public interest.

 

The meeting resumed at 9:33pm and the General Manager reported that the Committee of the Whole met at 9:29pm on Monday 6 February 2006, the following being present

 

His Worship the Mayor Councillor John Thain, Councillors Kaylene Allison, Kevin Crameri OAM, Greg Davies, Mark Davies, Ross Fowler, Jackie Greenow, Karen McKeown, Susan Page, Garry Rumble, Pat Sheehy AM, and Steve Simat.

 

and the Committee of the Whole excluded the press and public from the meeting for the reasons set out in CW1 and that the Committee of the Whole submitted the following recommendations to Council.

 

CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS

 

2        Commercial Matter - Council Property - Queen Street & Carsons Lane, St Marys                                                                                     319961 LE2

RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Pat Sheehy seconded Councillor Ross Fowler

CW2 That:

1.     The information contained in the report on Commercial Matter - Council Property - Queen Street & Carsons Lane, St Marys be received.

2.     Council to agree on the detail with respect to the Heads of Agreement with the Department of Community Services.

3.     The Common Seal of the Council of the City of Penrith be placed on all necessary documentation.

4.     A further report be presented to Council on the progress with the development.

 

QWN 15    Personnel Matter                                                                           21/4

This item has been referred to committee of the whole as it refers to personnel matters concerning particular individuals and discussion of the matter in open meeting would be, on balance, contrary to the public interest.

Councillor Jackie Greenow tabled a letter relating to a personnel matter.

668  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Jackie Greenow seconded Councillor Ross Fowler that the General Manager provide a memo reply to all Councillors on the issues raised.

 

ADOPTION OF Committee of the Whole

 

669  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Pat Sheehy seconded Councillor Karen McKeown the recommendation contained in the Committee of the Whole and shown as CW1 to CW2 be adopted.

 

 There being no further business the Chairperson declared the meeting closed the time being 9:34pm.

 

 

 

 

 

I certify that these 15  pages are the Confirmed Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Penrith City Council held on 6 February 2006.

 

 

 

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                                                Chairperson                                     Date