December Council Meeting outcomes
Published on 23 December 2021
The December Council Meeting was held this week (21/12) with a number of key items considered.
A summary of outcomes is provided below:
Cr Geoff Lovett MAV Service Award
Cr Geoff Lovett was acknowledged for 20 years of service to Council making him now eligible for the Municipal Association of Victoria 20-year service award. A summary of Cr Lovett’s contribution and service was published in The Maryborough District Advertiser this week (21/12) and is also available to read HERE and on Council's Facebook page.
Princes Park Grandstand Conservation Management Plan
Council adopted the Princes Park Grandstand Conservation Management Plan. The Plan will help guide conservation, restoration, maintenance and management of the facility and will also assist Council to seek funding for restoration works. Thank you to community members who provided feedback during the engagement period.
The Plan can be viewed at www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/princesparkCMP
Domestic Animal Management Plan
Council adopted the Domestic Animal Management Plan. This Plan provides a blueprint for how Council’s Animal Management service will run for the next four years, with a focus on community education around responsible pet ownership. More than 72 community members provided input into its development - thank you to everyone who contributed.
The Plan can be viewed at www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/DAMP
Waterway Management Plan for Carisbrook
Council adopted the Waterway Management Plan for Carisbrook. The Plan provides Council with a strategic plan for future management of the Tullaroop Creek. Council adopted the Plan with an implementation plan to also be developed. The Implementation Plan will recommend resources and review the time frames for the recommended actions. The adoption of the Plan follows a community engagement period held between August and October.
The Plan can be viewed at www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/carisbrookwaterwayplan
Industrial Land Demand and Supply Assessment and Strategy
Council adopted the Industrial Land Demand and Supply Assessment and Strategy. The Strategy guides the future development of industrial land in our Shire. Council also requested that an officer report on options for Council-led development of land it owns in Brick Kiln Road, Flagstaff. During October and November, the draft Strategy was made available for community feedback - thank you to everyone who contributed.
The Strategy can be viewed at www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/industriallandstrategy
2020-2021 Annual Report
Council’s 2020-2021 Annual Report was noted by Council. The report details Council's performance and financial statements over the 2020-21 financial year and also celebrates the achievements by Council. The Annual Report 2020-2021 can be accessed at www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/annualreport2021
Bristol Hill Pioneer Memorial Tower
Cr Grace La Vella moved a motion that Council write to the Regional Director Loddon Mallee – Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, requesting that Bristol Hill Tower be re-opened as soon as practicable. The Tower has been closed since June this year. Cr La Vella would like to see the Tower structurally rehabilitated, made safe and re-opened so it can be enjoyed as one of our iconic tourist attractions.
Procurement Policy
Council adopted the Procurement Policy, a requirement under the Local Government Act 2020. The Policy specifies the principles, processes and procedures Council staff must follow for purchase of goods and services and the delivery of projects.
The updated Policy can be accessed at www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/procurementpolicy
Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Round 3 Funding
Council resolved that Round 3 of the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Grant funding will be allocated to fixing high priority risk areas at Council’s pool facilities (indoor and outdoor) and approximately $140,000 for the Talbot Town Hall toilets project.