This week at Council - 6 May

This week at Council - 6 May

Published on 06 May 2024

Community Announcements/Latest News  

IP&R Community Engagement Information Nights

The 2024/25 IP&R documents are now live on the website and can be accessed via this link: https://www.yassvalley.nsw.gov.au/Our-Council/Public-Consultation  

Yass Valley Council Executive Team and Councillors will be holding a community engagement session in the following locations to inform the community about the draft 2024/25 Operational Plan and related Integrated Planning and Reporting documents.

Binalong Primary School Hall 6.30pm – 7.30pm Monday, 6 May Yass Chambers 6pm – 7.30pm Thursday, 16 May Gundaroo Memorial Hall 6pm – 7.30pm Monday, 20 May Bowning Community Hall 7pm – 8pm Tuesday, 21 May

Community members are invited to bring along any questions they may have regarding these documents to the sessions.

Regional Drought Resilience Plan

In response to environmental challenges, Yass Valley is working on the development of a Regional Drought Resilience plan alongside Queanbeyan-Palerang and Snowy-Monaro.

A Regional Drought Resilience Plan aims to identify innovative approaches to address the impacts of drought to ensure our communities are well equipped to face the challenges drought and climate vulnerability can bring.

This Program is a collaborative effort between the Commonwealth Government’s Future Drought Fund and the NSW Government’s Regional Growth Fund.

The Plan aims to empower our region to withstand the impacts of droughts, beyond water and farming; it’s about safeguarding the livelihoods, wellbeing and the future of our community.

Your input will shape the Plan and will guide the development of strategies to build resilience within our communities.

To give your feedback, please fill out a short survey here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/DesignPageV2.aspx... 

Every voice counts in catering to our community.

Expressions of Interest – Reconciliation Action Plan Sub-Committee

Council is seeking expressions of interest from the community to sit on the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Sub-Committee. 

This Sub-Committee will review and update the RAP.

Expressions of Interest close on Monday 27 May 2024, and can be lodged by completing the form below. 

https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=eEg1nJHXoUSTzQpMRo5_HdEHK9HgVuhDhydcDozvQLBUNzNVTkFGTjZGQTg4TUgwSDc1UkpXUVdTUS4u&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2lran-LI-CYee6AnrkQWqmtdgxUvtfVXJ0S4pkOyxZe_DpUffokO3wgjM_aem_AeC3rvDr9EI0Zecst-QHkyeaawynze4sNmm6nObvhMoXE44TbP4ud8wkBD5mH12Tx7qsqkTJnq4LHgm7mRrwKVEQ

Bicycle Safety and Learn to Ride Session

Come join us in a Bicycle Safety and Learn to Ride Session!

Session activities will include:

Is my bike safe to ride, fixing the bike to make it safe, Helmet wearing, safety, and fitting. What happens if you get caught without a helmet? Cycling clothing, Getting on the bike and getting started Pedalling technics and stopping safely, Cornering safely, Road signs to obey as a cyclist, Hand signals and avoiding hazards, Riding with a parent/supervisor until 10YO.

When: Saturday, 18 May Sessions: 9.30am - 11.30am, 12pm – 2pm and 2.30pm – 4.30pm Where: Yass Learn to Ride Centre

Booking close Tuesday, 14 May.

To book your spot, please contact Meryl at [email protected] or call 6226 1477.

This is the perfect chance to learn how to safely and confidently get out and about on a bike!

 

Author Talk – Catheryn Hein

Join us for an engaging talk with Cathryn Hein at the Yass Valley Library at 6pm on 7 May.

Discover Cathryn's captivating rural romance and romantic adventure novels and support local boutique winery Vineyard 1207.

The Yass Book Store will have a selection of Cathryn's books available for purchase ready to be signed. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet the author, enjoy some delicious local wine, and explore Cathryn's novels.

Don't miss this special event!

To book your spot, please visit: https://cathrynheintalk.eventbrite.com.au

 

Works Update:

Murrumbateman Recreation Ground Amenities Building Contractor has commenced construction works. Completion due May 2024. Wee Jasper Carpark Preliminary works have commenced onsite. RFQ closes 3 May 2024. Victoria Park Lighting Upgrade Contractor has commenced construction works. Completion due September 2024. O’Connor Park Boat Ramp Replacement Existing boat ramp is currently closed to the public. Completion due June 2024. Victoria Park Skate Park Carpark remediation works to commence in May 2024 (weather permitting). Murrumbateman Recreation Ground Dog Park Contractor has commenced construction works. Completion due June 2024.   Road Maintenance Updates: Back Creek Road Bridge - Murray Constructions are onsite constructing the new dual lane concrete bridge, works are progressing well with the bridge deck now poured! The team are working on the approach slabs this week and weather dependent, works are expected to be completed by mid-2024. Back Creek Road Sealing - Stage 2 - The team from Lentro Earthworks are back on site and happy to see some familiar faces for stage 2 of the Back Creek Road upgrade! Works are progressing well, with all clearing and grubbing now completed, with the importation of fill now commencing. Weather dependent all works are expected to be completed Spring 2024. Jeir Creek Bridge – Works are now completed on the long awaited Jeir Creek Bridge and have been very well received by the Murrumbateman community. Line marking on the fresh new seal is expected to be completed in the next couple of weeks. Greenwood Road Bridge Replacements - Council are currently working behind the scenes ahead of the Murrumbateman Creek and Yass River Bridges replacement project. Storm Damage Repair - Council are currently preparing detailed designs for numerous storm damaged sites, the next on the repair program will be some minor landslips and erosion works on Wee Jasper Road. Flood Warning System – Investigation & Design - Councils’ consultants are well into the hydrological investigation and associated design works for the proposed integrated flood warning system for Yass Valley. This investigation work is scheduled to be completed mid-2024. Get Active NSW – Pedestrian & Cycling Design - Council are well into the design program for several proposed shared pathways and cycleways throughout the LGA and are preparing to use these designs to apply for funding under the highly competitive Road Safety Program Grant. Yass and Bookham Main Street Masterplan – Council have commenced some design work as per the adopted masterplans, this should be completed by mid-2024.

 

More information about road maintenance and repairs can be found at: https://www.yassvalley.nsw.gov.au/Our-Services/Roads-and-Transport/Roadworks-and-Closures/Current-roadworks-and-closures

 

Development Applications:

DA240099 – 309 Isabel Drive, Murrumbateman Closing Date: 5.00pm Monday, 13 May Single story dwelling, garage and two sheds.

DA240104 – 264 Comur Street, Yass Closing Date: 5.00pm Monday, 20 May Construction of four new cabins and modifications to an existing motel

For more information on DA’s currently on exhibition, please visit: https://www.yassvalley.nsw.gov.au/Our-Services/Planning-and-Building/Development-Applications-on-exhibition

 

Public Consultation

Draft 2024-25 Operational Plan Closing Date: 5.00pm Monday, 27 May

Draft 2024-25 Long Term Financial Plan Closing Date: 5.00pm Monday, 27 May

Draft 2024 Revenue Statement Closing Date: 5.00pm Monday, 27 May

Reviewed 2022-26 Delivery Program Closing Date: 5.00pm Monday, 27 May

Draft Workforce Management Plan Closing Date: 5.00pm Monday, 27 May

Reviewed Asset Management Strategy Closing Date: 5.00pm Monday, 27 May