Council Meeting Briefs - March

Council Meeting Briefs - March

Published on 05 April 2024

Council Meeting Brief – Thursday, 28 March 2024

Binalong and Bowning Masterplan

A report was presented on the preparation of the draft Binalong and Bowning Masterplans. The draft Binalong and Bowning Masterplans will be placed on public exhibition for 28 days.

Development Application DA230073 – Dwelling house (creating dual occupancy) with Garage/Workshop, 6 Discovery Drive, Yass

Council refused this application due to the form and the design of the proposed building, especially by way of size and scale, is inconsistent and incompatible with the surrounding development and character of the locality.  

Partial road closure of Nottingham Road near Swinging Bridge Reserve, Wee Jasper

Crown Land representatives address a Councillor Workshop on 12 March 2024 and the following recommendations were resolved.

The partial road closure of Nottingham Road, Wee Jasper (adjacent to Lot 7008 DP96171) be approved. The road closure process be commenced, and notification be undertaken in accordance with the Roads Act 199. The closed road be dedicated as Operational Land under the Local Government ACT 1993 and be transferred to Crown Lands at no cost. The Chief Executive Officer and Mayor be authorised to sign documentation associated with the partial road closure. Council acquires a portion of land from Crown Lands (part Lot 7008 DP 96171) at no cost and dedicated this land as public road. The heritage assessment report submitted with the Planning Proposal for the heritage listing of the Swinging Bridge Shacks in the Yass Velley LEP 2013 be shared with Crown Lands once received.

Water Rebate – Yass water supply network.

Council resolved that water rebates for the recent 16-day Boil Water Alert not be provided on the basis the amount per user is minimal (i.e., $3.46) and residents had the opportunity to boil water for drinking water purposes, food preparation, and brushing teeth.                                            

Notice of motion – YassFM Lease of Pool House Victoria Park

Council resolved that YassFM be permitted to continue leasing the Pool House on a 12 monthly basis with 6 monthly extensions until such time any construction for an Indoor Pool and upgrade of the Yass Memorial Pool has been scheduled.

2024/25 Community Financial Assistance Applications

Council has approved $83,526 for 2024/25 Community Financial Assistance.  All successful applicants will be placed on public exhibition as part of the draft 2024/25FY Operational Plan.  

Bango Wind Farm Enhancement Fund Committee

The Bango Wind Farm Enhancement Fund Committee meeting was held on 14 March 2024 and recommended $55,286.59 for 12 community groups/organisations to receive Windfarm Enhancement funding. This was resolved by Council at its meeting and the applicants will be notified of their funding allocations.

Bowning Hall Rates Exemption Request

The request for an exemption for the Bowning Hall Association from paying Council rates was declined. Discussions will be held with Bowning Hall Association in relation to negotiating an agreement regarding any public use and maintenance of their assets at 3-5 Short Street, Bowning.  

Crago Mill Business Case

Councillors were provided with the updated Crago Mill Business Case. A copy of the Business Case without the ‘commercial in confidence’ section will be placed on Council’s website.