
Minutes
Open Portion
Monday, 22 November 2021
AT 5:00 pm
Council Chamber, Town Hall
This meeting of the Council was conducted in accordance with a Notice issued by the Premier on 3 April 2020 under section 18 of the COVID-19 Disease Emergency (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2020.

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PRESENT, APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
3. Communication from the Chairman
4. Notification of Council Workshops
7. Consideration of Supplementary Items
8. Indications of Pecuniary and Conflicts of Interest
11. Monthly Planning Statistics - 1 October - 31 October 2021
12. Monthly Building Statistics - 1 October - 31 October 2021
Finance and Governance Committee
13. Financial Report as at 30 September 2021
14. 2021-22 Annual Plan Progress Report Period Ended 30 September 2021
Parks and Recreation Committee
15. Sandy Bay Rowing Club - Marieville Esplanade- Request for Extension of Lease Footprint
16. Hobart Bushfire Management Strategy - Endorsement
17. Elected Member Professional Development Plan - Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Helen Burnet
Special Report – Chief Executive Officer
18. Notices of Motion - Information in Response
19. Closed Portion of the Meeting
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PRESENT:
The Lord Mayor Councillor A M Reynolds, the Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor H Burnet, Aldermen M Zucco, J R Briscoe, Dr P T Sexton, D C Thomas, Councillors W F Harvey, Alderman S Behrakis, Councillors M S C Dutta, Dr Z E Sherlock and W N S Coats.
APOLOGIES:
Nil.
LEAVE OF ABSENCE:
Councillor J Fox.
Alderman Behrakis left the meeting at 5.57pm, returning at 5.58pm and was not present for item 15.
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The Chairman reports that she has perused the minutes of the meeting of the Open Portion of the Council meeting held on Monday, 8 November 2021, finds them to be a true record and recommends that they be taken as read and signed as a correct record.
Behrakis That the recommendation be adopted. |
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MOTION CARRIED VOTING RECORD
The minutes were signed. |
Are there any items, which the meeting believes, should be transferred from this agenda to the closed agenda or from the closed agenda to the open agenda, in accordance with the procedures allowed under Section 15 of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015?
No items were transferred.
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The Lord Mayor reported that on Friday 29 October 2021 at the Antarctic Season Opening Reception there was an exchange of gifts to welcome the RSV Nuyina to her home port of Hobart.
The Ship Master Paul Clarke and Chief Engineer, John Wicks of the RSV Nuyina presented the Lord Mayor with a limited-edition print by Tasmanian Aboriginal Artist, Reuben Oates called Nuyina – Southern Lights.
On behalf of the Elected Members and Citizens City of Hobart, the Lord Mayor presented a plaque (mounted on Tasmanian Blackheart Sassafras) on the occasion of the ship’s arrival to her home port of Hobart.
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In accordance with the requirements of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015, the Chief Executive Officer reports that no Council workshops have been conducted since the last ordinary meeting of the Council.
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No petitions were received.
Ref: Part 2, Regulation 8(6) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.
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That the Council resolve to deal with any supplementary items not appearing on the agenda, as reported by the Chief Executive Officer in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.
No supplementary items were received.
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Ref: Part 2, Regulation 8(7) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015.
Elected members are requested to indicate where they may have any pecuniary or conflicts of interest in respect to any matter appearing on the agenda, or any supplementary item to the agenda, which the Council has resolved to deal with.
No interest was indicated.
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9. Proposal to Amend the Southern Tasmania Regional Land Use Strategy by Extending the Urban Growth Boundary at 52 Richardsons Road, Sandford File Ref: F21/112114 Ref: Open CPC 8.1, 15/11/2021 |
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That the matter be referred to the Council without recommendation. |
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Thomas
That the recommendation contained in the officer’s report marked as item 8.1 of the Open City Planning Committee Agenda of 15 November 2021, be adopted.
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Behrakis
That the City of Hobart offer no opinion in respect of the proposal to amend the Southern Tasmania Regional Land Use Strategy by extending the urban growth boundary at 52 Richardsons Road, Sandford Tasmania and the City of Hobart thank the Clarence City Council for their approach for an opinion.
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COUNCIL RESOLUTION: |
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That the City of Hobart offer no opinion in respect of the proposal to amend the Southern Tasmania Regional Land Use Strategy by extending the urban growth boundary at 52 Richardsons Road, Sandford Tasmania and the City of Hobart thank the Clarence City Council for their approach for an opinion.
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10. Proposal to Amend the Growth Strategy for Orford in the Southern Tasmanian Regional Land Use Strategy File Ref: F21/112590 Ref: Open CPC 8.2, 15/11/2021 |
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That the matter be referred to the Council without recommendation. |
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BURNET
That the recommendation contained in the officer’s report marked as item 8.2 of the Open City Planning Agenda of 15 November 2021, be adopted.
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That the Council advises the Glamorgan Spring Bay Council that it has no objection to Glamorgan Spring Bay Council’s proposal to amend the growth management strategy for Orford township under the Southern Regional Land Use Strategy 2010-2035.
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11. Monthly Planning Statistics - 1 October - 31 October 2021 File Ref: F21/111840 Ref: Open CPC 8.3, 15/11/2021 |
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That the planning statistical report of the Director City Planning be received and noted:
During the period 1 October 2021 to 31 October 2021, 52 permits were issued to the value of $10,060,235 which included:
5 new single dwellings to the value of $1,045,135;
15 multiple dwellings to the value of $3,865,000;
15 extensions/alterations to dwellings to the value of $3,272,000;
8 extensions/alterations to commercial properties to the value of $2,944,000;
No major projects;
During the period 1 October 2020 to 31 October 2020, 61 permits were issued to the value of $9,955,300 which included:
5 new single dwellings to the value of $1,959,000;
8 multiple dwellings to the value of $2,087,000;
25 extensions/alterations to dwellings to the value of $4,002,600;
5 extensions/alterations to commercial properties to the value of $1,365,000;
No major projects;
In the twelve months ending October 2021, 796 permits were issued to the value of $277,021,108; and
In the twelve months ending October 2020, 824 permits were issued to the value of $286,152,172 |
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Sherlock That the recommendation be adopted. |
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12. Monthly Building Statistics - 1 October - 31 October 2021 File Ref: F21/111861 Ref: Open CPC 8.4, 15/11/2021 |
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That the building statistical report of the Director City Planning be received and noted:
During the period 1 October 2021 to 31 October 2021, 54 permits were issued to the value of $14,021,962 which included:
(i) 32 for extensions/alterations to dwellings to the value of $5,012,962;
(ii) 5 new dwellings to the value of $2,450,000;
(iii) No new multiple dwellings; and
(iv) 1 major project:
(a) 2 Cross Street, New Town - Demolition, Alterations & Additions - $2,500,000;
During the period 1 October 2020 to 31 October 2020, 64 permits were issued to the value of $17,445,605 which included:
(i) 28 for extensions/alterations to dwellings to the value of $5,848,450;
(ii) 6 new dwellings to the value of $3,091,000;
(iii) No new multiple dwellings; and
(iv) 2 major projects:
(a) 1 Risdon Road, New Town - Commercial Internal Alterations - $3,292,985; (b) 2 Cross Street, New Town - Demolition, Alteration and Additions - $1,700,000
In the twelve months ending October 2021, 622 permits were issued to the value of $248,610,548; and
In the twelve months ending October 2020, 647 permits were issued to the value of $234,637,825 |
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Sherlock That the recommendation be adopted. |
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13. Financial Report as at 30 September 2021 File Ref: F21/114003; 18/17 Ref: Open FGC 6.4, 16/11/2021 |
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That the Council approve the following changes to the 2021-22 Estimates listed below which will result in a deterioration of the underlying result by $2.247M from the original budget approved in June: (i) Labour expenses increase $0.177M (ii) Materials and Services decrease $0.713M (iii) Depreciation expense increase $3.0M (iv) Other Expenses (finance costs) increase $0.297M (v) Increase in rates and charges revenue $0.04M (vi) Fees and Charges revenue for increased DKHAC patronage increase $0.13M (vii) Increase in Other Revenue (operating grants) $0.344M (viii) Plant and Equipment budget decrease of $0.014M to allow for plant and equipment requirements arising from reclassification of Plant and Equipment budget for the Aboriginal Acknowledgement at Town Hall and stormwater operational expenditure. (ix) Capital works program increase of $0.105M as follows: (a) Grant funded capital works and Plant and Equipment · Mountain Bike Tracks 1a and 1b – Rocky Wheel’n and Free Wheel’n $200K · Mountain Bike Tracks 12 and 17 – Upper Luge and Skid Rd $238K · Fire trail upgrades $150K · Plant and equipment associated with CityPILOTS RISE grants $25K · Offsetting grant funding ($613K) (b) Reallocation of capital funds · Increase in NEW capital works budget of $480K for various projects · Reduction in RENEWAL capital works budget ($480K) · Increase in RENEWAL Regatta Ground Car Park Capital Works budget $1,050K · Offsetting reduction in NEW Intercity Cycleway extension ($1,050K)
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Sherlock That the recommendation be adopted. |
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14. 2021-22
Annual Plan Progress Report File Ref: F21/111734 Ref: Open FGC 6.5, 16/11/2021 |
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That the Council endorse the Annual Plan Progress Report for the period ended 30 September 2021, marked as Attachment A to item 6.5 of the Open Finance and Governance Committee Agenda of 16 November 2021. |
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Thomas That the recommendation be adopted. |
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15. Sandy Bay Rowing Club - Marieville Esplanade- Request for Extension of Lease Footprint File Ref: F21/107473 Ref: Open PRC 6.1, 11/11/2021 |
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That: 1. An extension of the lease footprint to the Sandy Bay Rowing Club over a section of land outside of its premises at Marieville Esplanade, Battery Point (marked as Attachment A to item 6.1 of the Open Parks and Recreation Committee agenda of 12 August 2021), be approved. 2. A letter be sent to the objector of the lease during the community engagement period to advise of Council’s decision and to provide advice on appeal rights. 3. The extended lease footprint area be added to the existing lease which, if all lease options are pursued, expires in 2030 under the same terms and conditions as the current lease. 4. The Chief Executive Officer be authorised to finalise the terms and conditions of the lease, including a clause relating to the possible implications due to climate change and ensuring the area isn’t used as a car park for the Club outside of its operating times. 5. In accordance with the Council Policy ‘Grants and Benefits Disclosure’ the benefit recognised to the Sandy Bay Rowing Club by way of reduced rental as part of the amended lease be disclosed in the City’s Annual Report. 6. The Club submit a landscaping plan, including furniture design, to the satisfaction of the Director City Amenity, prior to any on-ground improvements being undertaken by the Club. |
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Sherlock That the recommendation be adopted. |
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16. Hobart Bushfire Management Strategy - Endorsement File Ref: F21/111062 Ref: Open PRC 6.2, 11/11/2021 |
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That: 1. The City of Hobart Bushfire Management Strategy, marked as Attachment A to item 6.2 of the Open Parks and Recreation Committee Agenda of 11 November 2021, be endorsed. 2. The document titled ‘Preparing for Fire: Action Plan for Bushfire’ – Plain English version of the Bushfire Management Strategy, marked as Attachment B to item 6.2 of the Open Parks and Recreation Committee Agenda of 11 November 2021, be endorsed. |
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Burnet That the recommendation be adopted. |
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18. Notices of Motion - Information in Response File Ref: F21/111968; 16/119 |
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Sherlock
That the recommendation contained in the Special Report of the Chief Executive Officer, marked as item 18 of the Open Council Agenda of 22 November 2021, be adopted. |
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COUNCIL RESOLUTION: |
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That the Council note the proposed approach to responding to Notices of Motion submitted by elected members for consideration by the Council or a Council Committee. |
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That the Council resolve by absolute majority that the meeting be closed to the public pursuant to regulation 15(1) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015 because the items included on the closed agenda contain the following matters:
· Minutes of a Closed portion of the meeting · Leave of absence · Lease of a Council property · Request to waive requirement to tender
The following items were discussed:-
Item No. 1 Minutes of the last meeting of the Closed Portion of the Council Meeting Item No. 2 Communication from the Chairman Item No. 3 Leave of Absence Item No. 4 Consideration of supplementary Items to the agenda Item No. 5 Indications of pecuniary and conflicts of interest Item No. 6 Request to Waive Requirement to Tender LG(MP)R 15(2)(d) Item No. 7 Salamanca Square Storage Room - Request to Lease LG(MP)R 15(2)(f)
Behrakis That the recommendation be adopted. |
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MOTION CARRIED BY ABSOLUTE MAJORITY VOTING RECORD
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There being no further business the Open portion of the meeting closed at 6.09pm.
TAKEN AS READ AND SIGNED AS A CORRECT RECORD
THIS
6th DAY OF December 2021.
CHAIRMAN