Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting

 

 

Meeting Date:     Tuesday, 22 July 2025

Location:            Council Chambers, City Administrative Building, Bridge Road, Nowra

Time:                   5.30pm

 

The following members were present:

 

Clr Patricia White - Chairperson

Clr Selena Clancy

Clr Denise Kemp

Clr Luciano Casmiri

Clr Karlee Dunn

Clr Jason Cox (Remotely)

Clr Peter Wilkins

Clr Bob Proudfoot

Clr Jemma Tribe

Clr Matthew Norris

Clr Gillian Boyd

Clr Natalee Johnston

Clr Ben Krikstolaitis

 

 

 

A statement was played advising those present that the proceedings of this meeting (including presentations, deputations and debate) will be webcast and may be recorded and broadcast under the provisions of the Code of Meeting Practice.

The meeting was opened by an Acknowledgement of Country by the Chairperson, followed with a Moment of Silence & Reflection and the playing of the Australian National Anthem.

 

 

Apologies / Leave of Absence

Nil

 

Confirmation of the Minutes

RESOLVED (Clr Norris / Clr Casmiri)                                                                                   MIN25.325

That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on Tuesday 17 June 2025 and the Extra Ordinary Meeting held on Thursday 19 June 2025 be confirmed.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

Declaration of Interests

Note: During discussion of items CL25.215 and CL25.218 conflicts of interest were declared.

Mayoral Minute

 

MM25.14    Mayoral Minute - 2025 Kings Birthday Honours

HPERM Ref: D25/253336

Recommendation

That Council acknowledge and congratulate the following Shoalhaven recipients of the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours:

·     Mr Geoffrey Stapleton AO

·     Mr Raymond Strong OAM

·     Mrs Dorothy Crabb OAM

·     Mr Colin Steven Greef OAM

·     Mr Gerald McCarthy OAM

·     Chief Petty Officer Steven Atkins OAM

·     Commander Christopher Smith CSC

RESOLVED (Clr White / Clr Norris)                                                                                     MIN25.326

That Council acknowledge and congratulate the following Shoalhaven recipients of the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours:

·     Mr Geoffrey Stapleton AO

·     Mr Raymond Strong OAM

·     Mrs Dorothy Crabb OAM

·     Mr Colin Steven Greef OAM

·     Mr Gerald McCarthy OAM

·     Chief Petty Officer Steven Atkins OAM

·     Commander Christopher Smith CSC

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

MM25.15    Mayoral Minute - 2025 Viking Festival

HPERM Ref: D25/310937

Recommendation

That Council notes the success of the 2025 Viking Festival hosted by the Sussex Inlet Business Chamber on Saturday 7 June 2025.

RESOLVED (Clr White / Clr Proudfoot)                                                                               MIN25.327

That Council notes the success of the 2025 Viking Festival hosted by the Sussex Inlet Business Chamber on Saturday 7 June 2025.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

 CARRIED

 

MM25.16    Mayoral Minute - Pensioner Rebates - Response from Minister for Local Government

HPERM Ref: D25/311047

Recommendation

That Council note the attached correspondence from the Minister for Local Government Mr Ron Hoenig MP in response to Councils representations on Pensioner Rebates as per MIN25.69.

RESOLVED (Clr White / Clr Kemp)                                                                                      MIN25.328

That Council note the attached correspondence from the Minister for Local Government Mr Ron Hoenig MP in response to Councils representations on Pensioner Rebates as per MIN25.69.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

 

Deputations and Presentations

 

CL25.210 - Rescission Motion - CL25.204 - Proposed Road Closure - Depot Beach Road, Depot Beach

Ms Claire Morgan addressed the meeting to speak AGAINST the recommendation.

 

CL25.212 - Notice of Motion - Stand-alone Shoalhaven Style Guide

Mr John Willmott addressed the meeting to speak FOR the recommendation

 

CL25.216 - Notice of Motion - Narrawallee Beach Off Leash Area

Mr Phillip Bradshaw addressed the meeting to speak AGAINST the recommendation

Ms Lisa Martin addressed the meeting to speak FOR the recommendation

 

CL25.217 - Notice of Motion - Woollamia Boat ramp precinct

Mr David Fenech addressed the meeting to speak AGAINST the recommendation

 

Notices of Motion / Questions on Notice

 

CL25.210   Rescission Motion - CL25.204 - Proposed Road Closure - Depot Beach Road, Depot Beach

HPERM Ref: D25/270326

Note: A deputation was received on this item.

Recommendation

That Council rescind the Motion relating to Item CL25.204 - Proposed Road Closure - Depot Beach Road, Depot Beach of the Council Meeting held on Monday 17 June 2025.

mOtion (Clr Wilkins / Clr Proudfoot)                                                                                   MIN25.329

That Council rescind the Motion relating to Item CL25.204 - Proposed Road Closure - Depot Beach Road, Depot Beach of the Council Meeting held on Monday 17 June 2025.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Wilkins and Clr Proudfoot

Against:    Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

LOST

 

CL25.211   Notice of Motion - CL25.204 - Proposed Road Closure - Depot Beach Road, Depot Beach

HPERM Ref: D25/270360

This item was not dealt with as the preceding Rescission Motion was LOST. See MIN25.329

 

CL25.212   Notice of Motion - Stand-alone Shoalhaven Style Guide

HPERM Ref: D25/256293

Note: A deputation was received on this item.

Recommendation

That Council develop a Stand-alone Shoalhaven Style Guide to work in concert with the DCP.

Motion (Clr Casmiri / Clr Clancy)

That Council develop a Stand-alone Shoalhaven Residential Style Guide to work in concert with the DCP.

Amendment (Clr Tribe / Clr Johnston)

That Council develop a Stand-alone Shoalhaven Residential Style Guide to work in concert with the DCP, subject to a grant being obtained for the project.

For:             Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins and Clr Proudfoot

lost

RESOLVED (Clr Casmiri / Clr Clancy)                                                                                 MIN25.330

That Council develop a Stand-alone Shoalhaven Residential Style Guide to work in concert with the DCP.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Clr Kemp, Clr Cox, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd and Clr Johnston

CARRIED

 

CL25.213   Notice of Motion - Call in - DA25/1347 26 Douglas Street Nowra - Childcare Centre

HPERM Ref: D25/299542

Recommendation

That Council call-in Development Application DA25/1347 for a proposed Childcare Centre, Douglas St, Nowra, due to the public interest.

RESOLVED (Clr Clancy / Clr White)                                                                                    MIN25.331

That Council call-in Development Application DA25/1347 for a proposed Childcare Centre, Douglas St, Nowra, due to the public interest.

 

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Clr Tribe

CARRIED

 

CL25.214   Notice of Motion - Weatherproof Seating Area - Clifton Street Park, Sanctuary Point

HPERM Ref: D25/263977

Recommendation

That Council give its in principle support for the construction of a weatherproof seating area, by the Sanctuary Point Community Pride organisation, at Clifton Street Park, Sanctuary Point.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Dunn)                                                                                MIN25.332

That Council give its in principle support for the construction of a weatherproof seating area, by the Sanctuary Point Community Pride organisation, at Clifton Street Park, Sanctuary Point.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

CL25.215   Notice of Motion - Kerb and Guttering Request

HPERM Ref: D25/284719

During discussion of this item Clr Krikstolaitis made a pecuniary interest declaration on this item – the Councillors parents live on the street and near the properties referenced – the Councillor left the room and did not take part in discussion or vote.

Recommendation

That the kerb and guttering request from Mr and Mrs Lazzarini be given every possible consideration, and most certainly be incorporated into a full review of the previously well-established policy which worked so effectively for several years.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Clancy)                                                                             MIN25.333

1.      That the kerb and guttering request from Mr and Mrs Lazzarini be given every possible consideration, and

2.      Be incorporated into a full review of the previously well-established policy which worked so effectively for several years, and

3.      This policy review be reported back to Council.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd and Clr Johnston

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CL25.216   Notice of Motion - Narrawallee Beach Off Leash Area

HPERM Ref: D25/307769

Note: A deputation was received on this item.

Clr Krikstolaitis returned to the chambers, the time being 7:52pm.

Recommendation

That Council direct the Acting CEO:

1.    Undertake further investigation for the acceptance of the off-leash area only to be 24/7 from 1 May to 1 October each year during the winter season including a review of:

a.    the currently adopted REF dated 2 May 2024.

b.    The previously drafted REF dated 28 January 2022 contained in the legal proceedings 21 July 2023.

2.    Provide a report back to Council at the Ordinary Meeting of the 12 August 2025 for the reopening of the Victor Avenue steps as a dog on leash area.

3.    Provide provision in a future long term financial plan for a concrete pathway and lighting from Matron Porter Drive reserve to the beach (current access way).

4.    Issue enforcement penalty notices for persons not following the signage or allowing dogs off leash in incorrect areas. 

Motion (Clr White / Clr Kemp)

That Council direct the Acting CEO:

1.    Undertake further investigation for the acceptance of the off-leash area only to be 24/7 from 1 May to 1 October each year during the winter season including a review of:

a.    the currently adopted REF dated 2 May 2024.

b.    The previously drafted REF dated 28 January 2022 contained in the legal proceedings 21 July 2023.

2.    Provide a report back to Council at the Ordinary Meeting of the 12 August 2025 for the reopening of the Victor Avenue steps and the Surfers Avenue steps as a dog on leash area.

3.    Provide provision in a future long term financial plan for a concrete pathway and lighting from Matron Porter Drive reserve to the beach (current access way).

4.    Issue enforcement penalty notices for persons not following the signage or allowing dogs off leash in incorrect areas. 

Amendment (Clr Krikstolaitis / Clr Norris)

That Council direct the Acting CEO:

1.      Undertake further investigation for the acceptance of the off-leash area only to be 24/7 from 1 May to 1 October each year during the winter season including a review of:

a.      The currently adopted REF dated 2 May 2024.

b.      The previously drafted REF dated 28 January 2022 contained in the legal proceedings 21 July 2023.

2.      Provide a report back to Council at the Ordinary Meeting of the 12 August 2025 for the reopening of the Victor Avenue steps and the Surfers Avenue steps as a dog on leash area.

3.      Issue enforcement penalty notices for persons not following the signage or allowing dogs off leash in incorrect areas. 

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe and Clr Johnston

lost

RESOLVED (Clr White / Clr Kemp)                                                                                      MIN25.334

That Council direct the Acting CEO:

1.    Undertake further investigation for the acceptance of the off-leash area only to be 24/7 from 1 May to 1 October each year during the winter season including a review of:

a.    the currently adopted REF dated 2 May 2024.

b.    The previously drafted REF dated 28 January 2022 contained in the legal proceedings 21 July 2023.

2.    Provide a report back to Council at the Ordinary Meeting of the 12 August 2025 for the reopening of the Victor Avenue steps and the Surfers Avenue steps as a dog on leash area.

3.    Provide provision in a future long term financial plan for a concrete pathway and lighting from Matron Porter Drive reserve to the beach (current access way).

4.    Issue enforcement penalty notices for persons not following the signage or allowing dogs off leash in incorrect areas. 

For:             Clr White, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins and Clr Proudfoot

Against:    Clr Clancy, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

CARRIED

 

CL25.217   Notice of Motion - Woollamia Boat ramp precinct

HPERM Ref: D25/310909

Note: A deputation was received on this item.

Recommendation

That Council:

1.    Sell the onsite container.

2.    Sell the Roodberg trailer.

3.    Amend Master Plan drawing Revision H by changing the Overflow Hardstand to Multi-Use Hardstand.

4.    Relocate the sliding gates to an alignment 19 metres from the eastern end of the Main Hardstand , retaining access across the multi-use Hardstand.

5.    Allocate an area of the Gravel Hardstand to the Mako Dragon Boat club with access across the Multi-Use Hardstand.

6.    Develop Operating Procedures for the Main Hardstand and the Loading Wharf by consulting with and adopting the recommendations of the regular users including; Jervis Bay Boat storage, Jervis Bay Sailing charters, South Coast Mariculture, Woebegone Freedive, Jervis Bay Catamaran, General Yachts Shipwrights, Huskisson Sailing Charters, Jervis Bay Cruising Yacht Club.

7.    Take no further action to secure a commercial operator for the Hardstand area.

RESOLVED (Clr Wilkins / Clr White)                                                                                    MIN25.335

That this be considered as part of the Councillor Briefing scheduled to provide Council with background on the current management and condition of each asset and potential operating models.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

CL25.218   Notice of Motion - Cambewarra / Berry Mountain - Safety Concerns - Trees

HPERM Ref: D25/310967

During discussion on this item Clr Wilkins made a less than significant non pecuniary interest declaration on this item – the Councillors lives in the area referenced  – the Councillor remained in the room and took part in discussion and vote.

Recommendation

That Council initiate a complete arborist report on Tourist Rd, Cambewarra Lookout Rd, Kangaroo Valley Rd and other tributary roads in the vicinity of Cambewarra and Berry Mountains to ascertain which trees need trimming or removing. Based on recent events, this is an urgent matter.

RESOLVED (Clr Wilkins / Clr Kemp)                                                                                   MIN25.336

That Council initiate a complete arborist report on Tourist Rd, Cambewarra Lookout Rd, Kangaroo Valley Rd and other tributary roads in the vicinity of Cambewarra and Berry Mountains to ascertain which trees need trimming or removing. Based on recent events, this is an urgent matter.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

 

Call Over of the Business Paper

 

Call Over of Business Paper - En block

RESOLVED (Clr Johnston / Clr Krikstolaitis)                                                                       MIN25.337

That the following item from City Performance Directorate be resolved en block:

·         CL25.219 - Policy - Property Addressing & Road & Place Naming

Note – the items will be marked with an asterisk (*) in these Minutes.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

Call Over of Business Paper - En block

RESOLVED (Clr Norris / Clr Clancy)                                                                                    MIN25.338

That the following item from Shoalhaven Water be resolved en block:

·         CL25.224 - Connection to Future Town Sewerage System - 349 Worrigee Road Worrigee - Shoalhaven Memorial Gardens and Lawn Cemetery

Note – the items will be marked with an asterisk (*) in these Minutes.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

Reports

 

Items marked with an * were resolved ‘en block’.

 

CL25.219   Policy - Property Addressing & Road & Place Naming

HPERM Ref: D25/158832

RESOLVED* (Clr Johnston / Clr Krikstolaitis)                                                                      MIN25.339

That Council reaffirm the following Policies with noted changes:

1.    Property Addressing Policy

2.    Road & Place Naming Policy

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

CL25.220   LGNSW Annual Conference - 23-25 November 2025 - Motions Briefing

HPERM Ref: D25/267959

Recommendation

That:

1.    Council confirms two of the voting delegates at the 2025 LGNSW Annual Conference to be held from 23 to 25 November 2025 will be the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor.

2.    Council determines the other three (3) Councillors to attend the conference as Council’s voting delegates as follows:

a.

b.   

c.   

3.    That a Councillor Briefing be held in August 2025 for the Council to formulate motions for submission to the conference.

RESOLVED (Clr White / Clr Norris)                                                                                     MIN25.340

That:

1.    Council confirms two of the voting delegates at the 2025 LGNSW Annual Conference to be held from 23 to 25 November 2025 will be the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor.

2.    Council determines the other three (3) Councillors to attend the conference as Council’s voting delegates as follows:

a.    Clr Norris

b.    Clr Clancy

c.    Clr Krikstolaitis

 

3.    A Councillor Briefing be held in August 2025 for the Council to formulate motions for submission to the conference.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

CL25.221   Temporarily Extension of Memberships - Northern and Central Floodplain Risk Management Committees

HPERM Ref: D25/262084

Recommendation

That Council extend the memberships of the Northern and Central Floodplain Risk Management Committees for a period of six months until 31 March 2026.

RESOLVED (Clr White / Clr Kemp)                                                                                      MIN25.341

That this item be deferred to a future Ordinary Meeting to allow for further information to be provided to Council regarding the other Coastal Management Committees.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

CL25.222   Consideration - Proposed Amendment to Shoalhaven Development Control Plan 2014  - 48 to 54 Paradise Beach Road, Sanctuary Point

HPERM Ref: D25/228516

Recommendation

That Council:

1.    Consider the detailed assessment and draft site-specific Shoalhaven Development Control Plan (DCP) 2014 chapter for 48-54 Paradise Beach Road, Sanctuary Point and progress the draft chapter to public exhibition.

2.    Publicly exhibit the attached draft amendment to Chapter V3: Miscellaneous Site-Specific Issues of the Shoalhaven Development Control Plan (DCP) 2014 for at least 28 days as per legislative requirements.

3.    Receive a further report following the conclusion of the public exhibition period to consider the feedback received and any required or proposed changes to the draft DCP.

4.    Advise key stakeholders of the public exhibition arrangements.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Krikstolaitis)                                                                      MIN25.342

That Council:

1.    Consider the detailed assessment and draft site-specific Shoalhaven Development Control Plan (DCP) 2014 chapter for 48-54 Paradise Beach Road, Sanctuary Point and progress the draft chapter to public exhibition.

2.    Publicly exhibit the attached draft amendment to Chapter V3: Miscellaneous Site-Specific Issues of the Shoalhaven Development Control Plan (DCP) 2014 for at least 28 days as per legislative requirements.

3.    Receive a further report following the conclusion of the public exhibition period to consider the feedback received and any required or proposed changes to the draft DCP.

4.    Advise key stakeholders of the public exhibition arrangements.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

CL25.223   Policy Review - Provision of Water and Sewerage Infrastructure - Developments not included in Development Servicing Plans

HPERM Ref: D25/267217

Recommendation

That Council reaffirm the Provision of Water and Sewerage Infrastructure - Developments not included in Development Servicing Plans policy.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr White)                                                                               MIN25.343

That Council reaffirm the Provision of Water and Sewerage Infrastructure - Developments not included in Development Servicing Plans policy.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

Items marked with an * were resolved ‘en block’.

 

CL25.224   Connection to Future Town Sewerage System - 349 Worrigee Road Worrigee - Shoalhaven Memorial Gardens and Lawn Cemetery

HPERM Ref: D25/293159

RESOLVED* (Clr Norris / Clr Clancy)                                                                                  MIN25.344

That Council approve the connection of Lot 121 DP 46948, being 349 Worrigee Road Worrigee (known as Shoalhaven Memorial Gardens and Lawn Cemetery) to Council’s Future Sewerage System and subject to the applicant complying with all conditions specified in the Shoalhaven Water, Water Development Notice.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Confidential Reports

 

Pursuant to Section 10A(4) the public were invited to make representation to the meeting before any part of the meeting is closed, as to whether that part of the meeting should be closed.

 

No members of the public made representations.

 

RESOLVED (Clr Norris / Clr Clancy)                                                                                    MIN25.345

That the press and public be excluded from the Meeting, pursuant to section 10A(1)(a) of the Local Government Act, 1993, to consider the following items of a confidential nature.

CCL25.20       Finalisation Update - 70 Hillcrest Avenue, South Nowra Agreement

Advice concerning litigation, or advice as comprises a discussion of this matter, that would otherwise be privileged from production in legal proceedings on the ground of legal professional privilege.10(A)(2)(g)

There is a public interest consideration against disclosure of information as disclosure of the information could reasonably be expected to prejudice any court proceedings by revealing matter prepared for the purposes of or in relation to current or future proceedings or prejudice the fair trial of any person, the impartial adjudication of any case or a person’s right to procedural fairness.

For:             Clr White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Cox, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Johnston and Clr Krikstolaitis

Against:    Nil

CARRIED

 

 

The meeting moved into confidential the time being 9:05pm.

 

The meeting moved into open session, the time being 9:07pm.

 

 

Report from confidential session

 

The following resolutions of the meeting, whilst closed to the public, were made public.

 

CCL25.20  Finalisation Update - 70 Hillcrest Avenue, South Nowra Agreement

HPERM Ref: D25/236410

RESOLVED                                                                                                                        MIN25.346C

That Council:

1.    Enter into a general agreement with the respective parties at Attachment 1 which sets out the proposed payments for land value and reimbursement values, in return for releasing Council from any other claims for payment in relation to the respective development (SF10525).

2.    Authorise the execution and dating of the deed by the Chief Executive Officer, or his delegate.

CARRIED

 

 

There being no further business, the meeting concluded, the time being 9:09pm.

 

Clr White

CHAIRPERSON