Council in Brief – October

Council adopted the Draft Shire of Capel Local Public Health Status Report (2018) and included a draft commitment of $5,000 in the 2019/20 budget. This will assist in preparing the first Shire of Capel Local Public Health Plan.

The Council endorsed a 10 Year Program of Works – Roads (2019 – 2029) and allocated $1,813,507 in the draft 2019/20 Budget for the roads capital program.

Council endorsed an application be sent to Main Roads WA to reduce the speed limit for South Western Highway through Boyanup, and Forrest Road through Capel, from 50km/h to 40km/h. This decision follows a previous request by shire officers to Main Roads WA and community requests about speed zoning and truck traffic management along South Western Highway, Boyanup and Forrest Road, Capel. Reducing the speed limit in Boyanup and Capel would contribute to a safer main street environment, give the community some comfort and reduce potential conflicts with large vehicles.

Council approved the lease of the Boyanup Recreation Ground Clubrooms to the Cardinals Junior Football Club Inc. at a cost of $127.60 (incl. GST) per annum for a period of one year and six months commencing 01 January 2019 and expiring 30 June 2020. 

Council endorsed two items addressing dog exercise areas across the district. Maps and other materials addressing specific areas for the exercising of dogs in the community will be promoted by the Shire, as well as survey consultation about the proposed exercise areas at Peppermint Grove Beach and Minninup Beach. Participation in the survey by all beach users and dog owners is encouraged and closes Thursday 8 November 2018. You can complete the survey here.

Ian McCabe 

Chief Executive Officer