Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting
Meeting Date: Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Location: The Studio, Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra
Time: 6:00 PM
The following members were present:
Mayor Patricia White - Chairperson
Clr Selena Clancy
Clr Denise Kemp
Clr Luciano Casmiri
Clr Karlee Dunn (Remotely)
Clr Brett Steele
Clr Peter Wilkins
Clr Bob Proudfoot
Clr Jemma Tribe
Clr Matthew Norris
Clr Gillian Boyd
Clr Ben Krikstolaitis
Clr Debbie Killian
A statement was read to those present that the proceedings of this meeting (including presentations and debate) will be webcast and may be recorded and broadcast under the provisions of the Code of Meeting Practice.
Note: The Chairperson opened the meeting at 6:00pm and advised that the room was experiencing technical difficulties impacting on the webcast and that the meeting would be adjourned until these are resolved by the technical team.
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Procedural Motion - Adjournment of Meeting |
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RESOLVED (Clr Kemp / Clr Norris) MIN26.1 That the meeting be adjourned until technical issues are resolved. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
Note: The meeting adjourned, the time being 6:00pm
Note: The meeting reconvened, the time being 6:18pm
The following members were present:
Mayor Patricia White - Chairperson
Clr Selena Clancy
Clr Denise Kemp
Clr Luciano Casmiri
Clr Karlee Dunn (Remotely)
Clr Brett Steele
Clr Peter Wilkins
Clr Bob Proudfoot
Clr Jemma Tribe
Clr Matthew Norris
Clr Gillian Boyd
Clr Ben Krikstolaitis
Clr Debbie Killian
The meeting was opened by an Acknowledgement of Country by the Chairperson, followed with a Moment of Silence & Reflection and the singing of the Australian National Anthem.
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A request to attend this meeting via audio–visual link was received from Clr Dunn. The CEO advised that the request is in line with the provision outlined at Part 5 of the Code of Meeting Practice. |
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RESOLVED (Clr Kemp / Clr Boyd) MIN26.2 That Councillor Dunn be granted permission to attend this meeting via audio-visual link. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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RESOLVED (Clr Casmiri / Clr Steele) MIN26.3 That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on Tuesday 16 December 2025 be confirmed. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
Clr Casmiri declared a less than significant non-pecuniary interest in Item CL26.1 - Notice of Motion - Low-Cost Rental Initiative Working Group for the reason that the Councillor owns rental properties in the Shoalhaven. Clr Casmiri will remain in the room and will take part in discussion and vote.
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MM26.1 Mayoral Minute - Congratulations - 2026 Australia Day Awards |
HPERM Ref: D26/32535 |
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Recommendation That Council acknowledge all nominees and write to congratulate the winners of the Shoalhaven City Council Australia Day Awards, which were presented on 26 January 2026 in a combined Citizenship and Australia Day Award Ceremony, held at Mollymook Beach Reserve. 1. Shoalhaven Citizen of the Year – Megan Dover, Salt Care. 2. Young Citizen of the Year – Bella Dewsbury-Love, Sonder Youth. 3. Volunteer of the Year – Narelle Barry, Berry Shoalhaven Heads Magpies Rugby League Club. 4. Sports Achiever of the Year – Sophie Phillips, Bomaderry AFL Football Club. |
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RESOLVED (Mayor White / Clr Norris) MIN26.5 That Council acknowledge all nominees and write to congratulate the winners of the Shoalhaven City Council Australia Day Awards, which were presented on 26 January 2026 in a combined Citizenship and Australia Day Award Ceremony, held at Mollymook Beach Reserve. 1. Shoalhaven Citizen of the Year – Megan Dover, Salt Care. 2. Young Citizen of the Year – Bella Dewsbury-Love, Sonder Youth. 3. Volunteer of the Year – Narelle Barry, Berry Shoalhaven Heads Magpies Rugby League Club. 4. Sports Achiever of the Year – Sophie Phillips, Bomaderry AFL Football Club. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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Notices of Motion / Questions on Notice
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CL26.1 Notice of Motion - Low-Cost Rental Initiative Working Group |
HPERM Ref: D26/14825 |
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Clr Casmiri declared a less than significant non-pecuniary interest in this Item for the reason that the Councillor owns rental properties in the Shoalhaven. Clr Casmiri remained in the room and took part in discussion and voting. |
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Recommendation That: 1. Council approve the establishment of a Low-Cost Rental Initiative Working Group. 2. The CEO report back as a matter of urgency with the Terms of Reference. 3. The Working Group have the power to co-opt outsiders for specific tasks & advice and have a core membership of 4 Councillors with a quorum of 2 members. |
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RESOLVED (Clr Casmiri / Clr Tribe) MIN26.6 That: 1. Council approve the establishment of a Low-Cost Rental Initiative Working Group. 2. The CEO report back as a matter of urgency with the Terms of Reference. 3. The Working Group have the power to co-opt outsiders for specific tasks & advice and have a core membership of 4 Councillors with a quorum of 2 members. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins and Clr Proudfoot Against: Clr Dunn, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian |
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CL26.2 Notice of Motion - Investigation of Light Rail Options - Bomaderry to South Nowra |
HPERM Ref: D26/7295 |
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Recommendation That Council: 1. Notes that the current rail service between Bomaderry and Kiama has limited capacity and does not meet current or future transport requirements of a growing Shoalhaven. 2. Recognises that the State Government is encouraging increased housing in the Shoalhaven, which will place additional demand on transport infrastructure. 3. Notes that successive Shoalhaven City Councils have supported calls for upgrades to the Kiama–Bomaderry stretch of the South Coast Railway Line, which have not been implemented despite repeated requests. 4. Requests that Transport for NSW investigate options for a full light rail system linking Bomaderry, Nowra, and South Nowra, including feasibility, potential route alignments, integration with existing transport infrastructure, and capacity benefits. 5. Requests that any report from Transport for NSW be presented to Council for consideration, to inform long-term planning and ensure transport infrastructure keeps pace with housing growth. |
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RESOLVED (Clr Norris / Mayor White) MIN26.7 That Council: 1. Notes that the Kiama–Bomaderry railway line has limited capacity and does not meet current or future transport needs. 2. Recognises that State Government plans for increased housing in the Shoalhaven will place additional demand on transport infrastructure. 3. Notes that previous Councils have repeatedly called for upgrades to the Kiama–Bomaderry line, which have not been implemented. 4. Requests Council provide feedback to the Illawarra Shoalhaven Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan (on exhibition until 9 February 2026), advocating for: a. Electrification, duplication, and other capacity improvements to the Kiama–Bomaderry line, in line with previous Council resolutions. b. Consideration of longer-term options, including light rail and bus services, for commuters connecting through Bomaderry, Nowra, South Nowra, the Bay & Basin and the southern Shoalhaven. 5. Requests that any response from Transport for NSW or the State Government be presented to Council to inform long-term planning and ensure transport keeps pace with growth. 6. Seek the support of the Local State and Federal Members in the Council's quest to improve local transport options. 7. Provide business owners and Chambers of Commerce between Bomaderry and South Nowra a copy of the submission made by Council to the Illawarra Shoalhaven Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan and receive feedback in relation to improving transport opportunities for the Shoalhaven. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian AGAINST: Clr Kemp |
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CL26.3 Notice of Motion - Congratulations to the new Member for Kiama |
HPERM Ref: D26/14855 |
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Recommendation That Council: 1. Notes the declaration of the Poll for the State electoral district of Kiama following the state by-election held on 13 September 2025. 2. Congratulates Ms Katelin McInerny MP on her election as Member for Kiama. 3. Recognises and thanks all candidates who nominated for the electorate for their participation in the democratic process. |
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RESOLVED (Clr Norris / Clr Krikstolaitis) MIN26.8 That Council: 1. Notes the declaration of the Poll for the State electoral district of Kiama following the state by-election held on 13 September 2025. 2. Congratulates Ms Katelin McInerny MP on her election as Member for Kiama. 3. Recognises and thanks all candidates who nominated for the electorate for their participation in the democratic process. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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CL26.4 Notice of Motion - Tomerong School of Arts Inc - Centenary Celebrations |
HPERM Ref: D26/14750 |
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Note: Ms Robyn Sedger, representing the Tomerong School of Arts, addressed the Public Forum on 20 January 2026 to speak FOR the recommendation. |
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Recommendation That: 1. Council staff work with the Tomerong School of Arts Inc. (TSOA), in preparing for their Centenary Celebrations to be held in October this year, and in so doing give its in-principled support to this very important community event. 2. Further, Council provide assistance to the TSOA by way of the following: a. Support the application for a grant. b. Provide “in-kind” support wherever possible, or as the situation dictates. |
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RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Clancy) MIN26.9 That: 1. Council staff work with the Tomerong School of Arts Inc. (TSOA), in preparing for their Centenary Celebrations to be held in October this year, and in so doing give its in-principled support to this very important community event. 2. Further, Council provide assistance to the TSOA by way of the following: a. Support the application for a grant. b. Provide “in-kind” support wherever possible, or as the situation dictates. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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HPERM Ref: D26/14847 |
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Note: Mr David Coventry addressed the Public Forum on 20 January 2026 to speak FOR the recommendation. |
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Recommendation That the Chief Executive Officer (Director City Development) undertake an investigation into the impact on local amenity caused by peacocks in the vicinity of Deane Street, St Georges Basin, and determine an appropriate compliance response. |
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RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Norris) MIN26.10 That the Chief Executive Officer (Director City Development) undertake an investigation into the impact on local amenity caused by peacocks in the vicinity of Deane Street, St Georges Basin, and determine an appropriate compliance response. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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Call Over of the Business Paper
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Call Over of Business Paper – Without Debate |
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RESOLVED (Clr Norris / Clr Krikstolaitis) MIN26.11 That the following item from Committee Reports be resolved without debate: · CL26.7 - Report of the Aboriginal Advisory Committee - 4 November 2025 Note – the item will be marked with an asterisk (*) in these Minutes. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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Call Over of Business Paper – Without Debate |
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RESOLVED (Clr Casmiri / Clr Kemp) MIN26.12 That the following item from Committee Reports be resolved without debate: · CL26.8 - Report of the Shoalhaven Motor Sports Working Group - 15 December 2025 Note – the item will be marked with an asterisk (*) in these Minutes. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris and Clr Krikstolaitis Against: Clr Boyd and Clr Killian |
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Call Over of Business Paper – Without Debate |
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RESOLVED (Clr Wilkins / Clr Norris) MIN26.13 That the following item from the City Performance Directorate be resolved without debate: · CL26.10 - Ongoing Register for Pecuniary Interest Returns - December 2025 Note – the item will be marked with an asterisk (*) in these Minutes. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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Call Over of Business Paper – Without Debate |
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RESOLVED (Clr Norris / Clr Kemp) MIN26.14 That the following item from the City Services Directorate be resolved without debate: · CL26.12 - Tenders - Intersection Upgrade - Yalwal Rd & George Evans Rd, Mundamia Note – the item will be marked with an asterisk (*) in these Minutes. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
Report of the Aboriginal Advisory Committee - 4 November 2025
Items marked with an * were resolved ‘without debate’.
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Carly McWalters sought the committee’s feedback on accepting Uncle Paul McLeod’s membership re-nomination to the committee for another term. |
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RESOLVED* (Clr Norris / Clr Krikstolaitis) MIN26.15 That Council, as recommended by the Aboriginal Advisory Committee, endorse Paul McLeod’s membership and note the importance of committee members being committed to the committee. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
Report of the Shoalhaven Motor Sports Working Group - 15 December 2025
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MS25.3 Report Back - Potential Development Pathways for a Motor Sports Complex |
HPERM Ref: D25/540575 |
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RESOLVED* (Clr Casmiri / Clr Kemp) MIN26.16 That Council, as recommended by the Shoalhaven Motor Sports Working Group, provide further reports to the Working Group on the following: 1. The approach of Motorcycling NSW to gaining a copy of the approval from the Local Aboriginal Land Council for their Development Application (DA). 2. The process Bathurst followed to obtain a Planning Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs) report for the purpose of developing a second racetrack, and the viability of Council submitting a similar Preliminary Environmental Assessment to the State Government. 3. Whether Council has any available biodiversity offsets that could assist the project. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris and Clr Krikstolaitis Against: Clr Boyd and Clr Killian |
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CL26.9 Councillor Membership Vacancies - Financial Review Panel and Senior Staff Contractual Matter Subcommittee |
HPERM Ref: D25/525089 |
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Recommendation That Council: 1. Note the vacancies on the Financial Review Panel and Senior Staff Contractual Matter Subcommittee due to the resignation of Councillor Cox. 2. Appoint a Councillor as the Ward 1 representative to the Financial Review Panel for the period to September 2026. 3. Appoint a Councillor to the Senior Staff Contractual Matters Subcommittee. |
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The Mayor called for nominations for the Ward 1 vacancy on the Financial Review Panel. Nominations were received and accepted for Clr Steele and Clr Norris. The Mayor called for a vote by show of hands for appointment to the Financial Review Panel. Clr Steele was appointed on the count of 7 votes. The Mayor called for nominations for the vacancy on the Senior Staff Contractual Matters Subcommittee. Nominations were received and accepted for Councillor Boyd, Councillor Killian and Councillor Steele. The Mayor called for a vote by show of hands for appointment to the Senior Staff Contractual Matters Subcommittee. Clr Boyd received 6 votes. Clr Killian received 0 votes. Clr Steele was appointed on the count of 7 votes. |
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RESOLVED (Mayor White / Clr Clancy) MIN26.17 That Council: 1. Note the vacancies on the Financial Review Panel and Senior Staff Contractual Matter Subcommittee due to the resignation of Councillor Cox. 2. Appoint Councillor Steele as the Ward 1 representative to the Financial Review Panel for the period to September 2026. 3. Appoint Councillor Steele to the Senior Staff Contractual Matters Subcommittee. 4. Put out an Expression of Interest (EOI) for two new community members for the Financial Review Panel, in accordance with the Terms of Reference. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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CL26.10 Ongoing Register for Pecuniary Interest Returns - December 2025 |
HPERM Ref: D25/598340 |
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RESOLVED* (Clr Wilkins / Clr Norris) MIN26.18 That the report of the Chief Executive Officer regarding the Ongoing Register of Pecuniary Interest Returns lodged for the period of 1 December 2025 to 31 December 2025 be received for information. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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HPERM Ref: D26/1526 |
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Recommendation That Council adopt the following budgeting strategies and guiding economic parameters for the preparation of the initial Draft of the 2026/27 Budget a. Principal budgeting strategies: 1. The budget will not result in an unrestricted cash deficit 2. Prioritise funding in the following order: i. Provide sufficient funding for all continuing services ii. Continue Council’s commitment to asset renewal iii. Continue a program of capital improvements to address historic budget shortfalls 3. Maintain or improve Council’s financial and asset management performance indicators reported in the special schedules of the annual financial statements 4. Increase Council’s unrestricted cash balance 5. Minimise carry forwards through substantial completion and long-term planning of the capital works program b. Economic parameters for budgeting: 1. Rates are increased by the rates peg set by IPART of 3.1% 2. User charges and fees are increased by 6% (non-statutory fees only) 3. Salaries and wages will increase in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award (projected to be increased by 4%) 4. Superannuation is at 12% 5. Materials and other expenditures increase by 3.1% 6. The capital works program is appropriately set in order to assist in the management of Council’s financial sustainability challenges and to ensure there is no reduction in Council’s unrestricted cash balance 7. Consistent with Council’s Long Term Financial Plan, no additional loan borrowing borrowings are to be taken out in FY 2026/27 c. Repairs to Council’s Road Network be a primary focus of the initial draft of the Capital Works Program. |
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RESOLVED (Clr Clancy / Clr Proudfoot) MIN26.19 That Council adopt the following budgeting strategies and guiding economic parameters for the preparation of the initial Draft of the 2026/27 Budget a. Principal budgeting strategies: 1. The budget will not result in an unrestricted cash deficit 2. Prioritise funding in the following order: i. Provide sufficient funding for all continuing services ii. Continue Council’s commitment to asset renewal iii. Continue a program of capital improvements to address historic budget shortfalls 3. Maintain or improve Council’s financial and asset management performance indicators reported in the special schedules of the annual financial statements 4. Increase Council’s unrestricted cash balance 5. Minimise carry forwards through substantial completion and long-term planning of the capital works program 6. Continuation of the land sales strategy as per Councils Sustainable Financial Futures Plan (SFFP). b. Economic parameters for budgeting: 1. Rates are increased by the rates peg set by IPART of 3.1% 2. User charges and fees are increased by 6% (non-statutory fees only) 3. Salaries and wages will increase in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award (projected to be increased by 4%) 4. Superannuation is at 12% 5. Materials and other expenditures increase by 3.1% 6. The capital works program is appropriately set in order to assist in the management of Council’s financial sustainability challenges and to ensure there is no reduction in Council’s unrestricted cash balance 7. Consistent with Council’s Long Term Financial Plan, no additional loan borrowing borrowings are to be taken out in FY 2026/27 c. Repairs to Council’s Road Network be a primary focus of the initial draft of the Capital Works Program. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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CL26.12 Tenders - Intersection Upgrade - Yalwal Rd & George Evans Rd, Mundamia |
HPERM Ref: D25/597713 |
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RESOLVED* (Clr Norris / Clr Kemp) MIN26.20 That Council consider a separate confidential report in accordance with Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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CL26.13 Proposed Public Exhibition - Draft Shoalhaven Contributions Plan |
HPERM Ref: D25/538268 |
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Recommendation That Council: 1. Place the following draft documents (at Attachments 1 to 4) on public exhibition for at least 28 days, as per legislative requirements: a. Shoalhaven Contributions Plan 2026. b. Chapter G21: Car Parking and Traffic of Shoalhaven Development Control Plan 2014. c. Planning Agreement Policy. d. Works in Kind Agreement Policy. 2. Receive a further report following the conclusion of the public exhibition period to consider the feedback received and any recommended adjustments to the exhibition package, prior to finalising it. 3. Advise key stakeholders of the future public exhibition arrangements. |
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RESOLVED (Clr Casmiri / Mayor White) MIN26.21 That Council: 1. Place the following draft documents (at Attachments 1 to 4) on public exhibition for at least 28 days, as per legislative requirements: a. Shoalhaven Contributions Plan 2026. b. Chapter G21: Car Parking and Traffic of Shoalhaven Development Control Plan 2014. c. Planning Agreement Policy. d. Works in Kind Agreement Policy. e. A list of projects that have been removed, with explanation notes. 2. Receive a further report following the conclusion of the public exhibition period to consider the feedback received and any recommended adjustments to the exhibition package, prior to finalising it. 3. Advise key stakeholders of the future public exhibition arrangements. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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CL26.14 Review of Public Policies - Undetected Leak Rebate, Community Service Obligations and Rain Water Tank Rebate |
HPERM Ref: D25/572117 |
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Recommendation That Council adopt the revised policies with minor changes and additions as attached to this report. |
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RESOLVED (Clr Boyd / Clr Krikstolaitis) MIN26.22 That Council adopt the revised policies with minor changes and additions as attached to this report, together with the following additional amendments: · Rainwater Tank Rebate Policy – On page 2, under 4.2 Implementation, delete Group for consistency with name of Shoalhaven Water. · Community Service Obligations Policy - On pages 1 and 2, under Definitions, make the following changes: o Remove Charity from the Definitions. o Amend Not-for-profit (non-profit) definition to the following: A non-profit organisation run for the benefit of the community. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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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.
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RESOLVED (Clr Norris / Clr Clancy) MIN26.23 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.
CCL26.1 Tenders - Intersection Upgrade - Yalwal Rd & George Evans Rd, Mundamia Commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.10(A)(2)(d)(i) There is a public interest consideration against disclosure of information as disclosure of the information could reasonably be expected to reveal commercial-in-confidence provisions of a contract, diminish the competitive commercial value of any information to any person and/or prejudice any person’s legitimate business, commercial, professional or financial interests. For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
The meeting moved into confidential the time being 8:38pm.
The meeting moved into open session, the time being 8:42pm.
Report from confidential session
The following resolutions of the meeting, whilst closed to the public, were made public.
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CCL26.1 Tenders - Intersection Upgrade - Yalwal Rd & George Evans Rd, Mundamia |
HPERM Ref: D25/598314 |
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RESOLVED (Mayor White / Clr Norris) MIN26.24C That 1. Council endorses the recommendation of the Tender Evaluation Panel and accepts the Tender from A1 Earthworx Mining and Civil t/a Cleary Bros for Intersection Upgrade - Yalwal Rd & George Evans Rd, Mundamia for a total cost of $3,407,073.00 (excluding GST). 2. The contract documents and any other associated documents be executed on behalf of the Council in accordance with Local Government (General) Regulation 2021 (section 165) by the CEO (Manager Technical Services). For: Mayor White, Clr Clancy, Clr Kemp, Clr Casmiri, Clr Dunn, Clr Steele, Clr Wilkins, Clr Proudfoot, Clr Tribe, Clr Norris, Clr Boyd, Clr Krikstolaitis and Clr Killian Against: Nil |
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There being no further business, the meeting concluded, the time being 8:46pm.
Mayor White
CHAIRPERSON