HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
CIVIC CENTRE, MACMAHON STREET, HURSTVILLE.
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SUMMARY OF ITEMS CONTAINED IN THE
DIVISIONAL MANAGER - CORPORATE AND COMMUNITY SERVICES' REPORT
TO THE MEETING OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
TO BE HELD ON 25TH NOVEMBER, 1998
03:01 Return Of Thanks
03:02 Hurstville Entertainment Centre - Statement Of Hirings For The Month Of October 1998
(Report By Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
03:03 Local Government & Shires Associations Of Nsw - Request For Assistance With Legal Costs - Tenterfield Shire Council (L/00015)
(Report By Senior Administrative Officer, Mr L Mifsud)
03:04 Hurstville City Council Staff Social Club - Staff Christmas Function
(Report By Manager - Corporate Services, Mr W Park)
03:05 Dannielle Kolos - Request For Financial Assistance (F/00035)
(Report By Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
03:06 Jardine Australian Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd - Statutory Liability Insurance
03:07 Australian Chinese Community Association Of Nsw - Request For Free Use Of Wandarrah And Kanyana Rooms
03:08 South Region (Nsw) Chinese Community Association Inc - Chinese Community Association Charity Ball 1998
03:09 The Sisters Of Our Lady Of China Peakhurst Nursing Home - Extension Of Nursing Home Facility
03:10 State Records Act 1998
(Joint Report By Manager - Library And Information Service, L. Urane And Manager - Corporate Services, Mr W Park)
03:11 Centennial Bakery Museum
(Report By Manager - Library And Information Service, Mr L Urane)
03:12 St George Library Card
(Report By Manager - Library And Information Service, Mr L. Urane)
03:13 Alia 5Th Biennial Library Conference - Adelaide
(Report By Manager - Library And Information Service, Mr L. Urane)
03:14 Kurt Lehmann - Request For Financial Assistance (F/00035) (Report By Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
03:15 Cauldron Arts Co-Operative Ltd - Request For Financial Assistance (F/00036) (Report By Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
03:16 St Georges Anglican Church, Hurstville - Use Of Memorial Square (C/00167) (Report By Senior Administrative Officer, Mr L Mifsud)
03:17 Hurstville Historical Society Inc. - Executive Committee (H/00011) (Report By Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
03:18 Staff Establishment & Variations Thereto As At 31St October, 1998 (Report By Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
03:19 Possible Sale Of Roadway Adjacent To No.3 Woodlands Avenue And No.18 Kims Avenue, Lugarno. (010596 & 004076) (Report By Senior Administrative Officer, Mr L Mifsud)
03:20 List Of Temporary Approvals (B/00014) (Report By Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
03:21 Botany Bay Councils Mayoral Taskforce - "Reclaim The Bay" Program (R/00546) (Report By Divisional Manager Community & Corporate Services)
03:22 Mayoral Pro-Badgerys Creek Airport Project - Contribution By Member Councils (Report By Divisional Manager, Community & Corporate Services)
03:23 Property Matter - Penshurst (See Item 3.01 - Divisional Manager's No.2 Report To Finance Committee)
03:24 Legal Matters Involving Court Action (Report By Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
03:25 Questions In Writing (C/00072) (Report By Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
03:26 Rotary Club Of Hurstville - Sale Of Christmas Trees (C/00021) (Report By Manager - Corporate Services, Mr W Park)
03:27 Lot In 65 In Strata Plan For 22-27 Macmahon Street, Hurstville - Classification As "Operational Land"
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DIVISIONAL MANAGER - CORPORATE AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
REPORT NO 01TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
TO BE HELD ON 25TH NOVEMBER, 1998
REPORT NO 01TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
TO BE HELD ON 25TH NOVEMBER, 1998
The General Manager
Hustville City Council
The Civic Centre
HURSTVILLE
Dear Sir,
Hereunder is my report No.01 to be submitted to the FINANCE Committee:-
03.01 RETURN OF THANKS
- For the information of Council it is advised that no return of thanks have been received.
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. Recommendation RETURN OF THANKS
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the information be received and noted.
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03.02 HURSTVILLE ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE - STATEMENT OF HIRINGS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 1998
(Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
- A statement showing various details of the hiring of the Hurstville Entertainment Centre during the month of September 1998 is attached as Appendix "A".
Note: - The Entertainment Centre Office has advised that there have been no negotiated charges for the use of Council's facilities since the last meeting of Council.
In addition, a schedule showing details of concessional rentals granted by Council from 1st July, 1998 to date for the Entertainment Centre facilities is attached as Appendix "B".
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. Recommendation HURSTVILLE ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE - STATEMENT OF HIRINGS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 1998
(Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the information be received and noted.
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03.03 LOCAL GOVERNMENT & SHIRES ASSOCIATIONS OF NSW - REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE WITH LEGAL COSTS - TENTERFIELD SHIRE COUNCIL (L/00015)
(Report by Senior Administrative Officer, Mr L Mifsud)
- The following letter dated 2nd November, 1998 has been received from the Local Government & Shires Associations of NSW requesting Council to contribute towards the legal costs of Tenterfield Shire Council in regard to a development application from Ross Mining NL concerning a development shortly described as the Timbarra Gold Mine.
- "Tenterfield Shire Council has sought the Associations' assistance in relation to legal costs it has incurred in a recent case before the Land and Environment Court.
In December 1997 the council granted development approval to Ross Mining NL in relation to a development shortly described as the Timbarra gold mine. The development application included provision for upgrading Timbarra Road, which is to be used to provide access to the mine site. The existing road is inadequate for the traffic likely to be generated by the development, and upgrading is vital. It meanders through and out of the existing road reserve, and will need to be realigned, widened and straightened. Road works, including widening, realignment and relocation of a road, undertaken within a road reserved are classified as an "activity" under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 ("the Act"), while such works undertaken outside a reserve are classified as "development" under the Act. Accordingly the council, as determining authority, was required to consider the road works under both Part 4 and Part 5 of the Act. This process would be required to be followed by all councils in NSW which adopt the Model Provisions as part of their LEPs.
Various objectors to the development challenged the development approval in the Land and Environment Court, claiming amongst other things that the Act required, in section 77, that the consent of all "owners" of the land the subject of a development application be obtained on or before the time of lodgement of the development application, and that this requirement had not been met by the Timbarra DA because the consent of possible native title holders had not been obtained. It was also claimed that the consent of native title holders or claimants is required before the council could determine any Part 5 activity. These arguments have been considered and dismissed by Talbot J of the Land and Environment Court, in a judgment relating to the Court's jurisdiction to hear the matter delivered on 2 June 1998. In the course of his judgment, Talbot J described the action as having "incomprehensible effects for (councils) in New South Wales if not Australia".
As a matter in a court of initial jurisdiction, the case would not normally have come within the Associations' guidelines for assistance. However, given His Honour's comment and the substantial moral support offered to the council by other councils in the New England area, the Associations' Executives agreed that the matter was of sufficient significance to local government generally to justify departing from the guidelines and agreeing to grant assistance.
The costs incurred by the council in taking the matter to this point amount to $120,000. Based on the standard formula, your council's proportion of this amount is $883, and I would appreciate receipt of this amount at your earliest convenience.
The court has subsequently ordered that the claimants in the matter pay the council's costs. Although they have been granted legal aid, it is not yet clear that any funds will be forthcoming from this source, and the claimants are otherwise impecunious. However, if costs are recovered from them an appropriate refund will be made of any contribution made by your council."
In the past Council has agreed to make contributions such as this and therefore the following recommendation is submitted for Council's consideration.
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. Recommendation LOCAL GOVERNMENT & SHIRES ASSOCIATIONS OF NSW - REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE WITH LEGAL COSTS - TENTERFIELD SHIRE COUNCIL (L/00015)
(Report by Senior Administrative Officer, Mr L Mifsud)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT a contribution of $883.00 be made under the provisions of Section 356 of the Local Government Act, 1993 towards the legal costs of Tenterfield Shire Council as indicated in the letter dated 2nd November, 1998 from the Local Government & Shires Associations of NSW.
FURTHER, THAT the Associations be advised that if the legal costs are recovered, an appropriate refund be made to Hurstville City Council.
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03.04 HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL STAFF SOCIAL CLUB - STAFF CHRISTMAS FUNCTION
(Report by Manager - Corporate Services, Mr W Park)
- The following letter dated 12th November, 1998 has been received from the President of the Hurstville City Council Staff Social Club in connection with the conduct of the Staff Christmas function to be held on Thursday, 24th December, 1998.
- "In previous years the Council has generously supported the staff Christmas Party organised by members of the Hurstville City Council Staff Social Club.
On behalf of the Management Committee, I now write to request Council's consideration for a donation to assist with the Staff Christmas Luncheon proposed this year.
The Christmas Party will commence at 12.30pm on Thursday, 24th December, 1998 with Council's permission, and an invitation is cordially extended to the Mayor and Councillors to attend."
- "We, the Outdoor staff of Hurstville City Council, would like permission to hold a Christmas Breakup Party on Friday, 18th December, 1998.
It would be appreciated if Council could grant us the time off and the necessary funds to hold such a party. I have made a tentative booking at the Grandview Bowling Club for this year's Christmas Party.
Could you please let me know would this be acceptable so that I could confirm the booking?"
When the matter was last considered by Council at its meeting held on 12th November, 1997 it was resolved as follows:-
- "THAT $750 be donated under the provisions of Section 356(1) of the Local Government Act to the Hurstville City Council Staff Social Club being the Council's contribution towards the cost of the staff Christmas function to be held on 24th December, 1998.
THAT a similar donation on a pro rata basis as compared to the salaried staff be made towards the cost of the Outdoor Staff function under the provisions of Section 356(1) of the Act."
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. Recommendation HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL STAFF SOCIAL CLUB - STAFF CHRISTMAS FUNCTION
(Report by Manager - Corporate Services, Mr W Park)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT $750 be donated under the provisions of Section 356(1) of the Local Government Act to the Hurstville City Council Staff Social Club being the Council's contribution towards the cost of the salaried staff Christmas function to be held on 24th December, 1998.
FURTHER, THAT a similar donation on a pro rata basis as compared to the salaried staff be made towards the cost of the Outdoor Staff function under the provisions of Section 356(1) of the Act.
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03.05 DANNIELLE KOLOS - REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (F/00035)
(Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
- Members will recall that Council at its meeting held on 23rd September, 1998 considered a request from Dannielle Kolos to provide a donation to assist her son, Martin Kolos, with expenses associated with his participation in the NSW Under 18s Ice Hockey Team which competed in Adelaide during the September/October school holidays for the Tange Trophy.
At that meeting, Council resolved as follows:-
- "THAT as required by Section 356(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, the Council place an appropriate public notice in the St George & Sutherland Shire Leader in accordance with Section 705(2) of the Act, advising of Council's intention to consider granting financial assistance in the amount of $200.00 to Mr Martin Kolos and advising that submissions will be received by the Council for a period of 28 days from the date of the public notice.
- FURTHER, THAT Mrs Kolos be advised of Council's actions in the matter and that the request will be further considered at the conclusion of the advertising period."
In view of Council's policy to grant financial assistance to eligible young people for sporting, cultural or academic activities, the following recommendation is submitted for Council's consideration.
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. Recommendation DANNIELLE KOLOS - REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (F/00035)
(Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT Council provide a grant of $200 under the provisions of Section 356 of the Local Government Act, 1993, to Mr Martin Kolos to assist him with expenses associated with his participation in the NSW Under 18s Ice Hockey Team which competed for the Tange Trophy in Adelaide in October.
FURTHER, THAT Mr Kolos be requested to submit a report on his results achieved.
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03.06 JARDINE AUSTRALIAN INSURANCE BROKERS PTY LTD - STATUTORY LIABILITY INSURANCE
- The following letter dated 23rd October, 1998 has been received from Council's insurance brokers, Jardine Australian Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd regarding the availability of Statutory Liability insurance coverage for the Council.
- "There have been a number of instances recently where Councils and other authorities have had substantial fines imposed for breaches of various Statutes.
Many Councils, Councillors and council staff face the possibility of being fined as a result of not only their own actions but also the actions of others, which may arise out of innocent breaches of the many Acts which control Council's operations, and indeed a number of councils within New South Wales have already had fines imposed, with amounts varying from between $8,000 and as high as $100,000.
A Statutory Liability policy has now been developed and is available in the insurance market, and provides cover for the following:-
* fines
* costs and expenses incurred to defend the imposition of a fine.
The cover relates to:-
* all Acts administered by Commonwealth, State and Local Authorities.
* innocent parties - the wrongful act of one party will not prejudice the cover provided to other innocent parties.
The exclusions to apply to this policy are listed as follows:-
Fines arising from:-
* intentional or deliberate acts
* gross negligence or recklessness
* dishonest, fraudulent or malicious acts
* industrial disputes - named organisation only
* Trade Practices Act - named organisation only
* Fair Trading Acts - named organisation only
* motor vehicle, marine or air traffic
* Year 2000 conformity.
The limit of liability offered under this policy is $2,000,000. Through our substantial buying power on behalf of Local Government Authorities throughout New South Wales, Jardines have been able to negotiate significant savings off the standard premium charged for this policy.
If Council is interested in obtaining a premium quotation to effect this policy, please complete the attached proposal form and return to this office as soon as possible and we would be pleased to attend to this matter on Council's behalf.
If any additional information is required regarding this policy, please do not hesitate to contact us."
In view of the fact that Council has not been able to obtain Statutory Liability insurance as referred to in the above letter in the past, the opportunity was taken to obtain a quote from Council's insurance brokers for this coverage and the following letter dated 2nd November, 1998 has now been received providing this quotation.
- "Thanks for the completed proposal form for the above class. The quotations obtained are as follows:
Insured Hurstville City Council
Interest: Liability for fines arising out of the insured's business and first reported during the Period of Insurance
Wording: Agreed wording, including Year 2000 Exclusion
Insurer: Specialist Underwriting Agencies Pty Limited
Limited of Indemnity: $2,000,000 any one claim.
(A) Deductible: $500 any one claim
$8,000 Annual Premium
(E) Deductible: $1,000 any one claim
$7,200 Annual Premium
(c) Deductible: $2,000 any one claim
$6,400 Annual Premium.
Please advise us if any further information is required."
In view of the levels of premiums and deductibles quoted by Council's insurance brokers, it is also suggested that Council should accept the coverage on the basis of a premium of $8,000 with a deductible of $500 for any one claim.
Accordingly in view of the contents of this report the following recommendation is submitted for Council's consideration.
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. Recommendation JARDINE AUSTRALIAN INSURANCE BROKERS PTY LTD - STATUTORY LIABILITY INSURANCE
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT Council accept the proposal and quotation from Council's insurance brokers, Jardine Australian Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd for Statutory Liability insurance coverage based on an annual premium of $8,000 as referred to in the letter dated 2nd November from Council's insurance brokers in this regard.
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03.07 AUSTRALIAN CHINESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF NSW - REQUEST FOR FREE USE OF WANDARRAH AND KANYANA ROOMS
- The following letter dated 20th October, 1998 has been received from the Australian Chinese Community Association of NSW Inc regarding the conduct of a volunteer training course for the Chinese community in the St George area over a number of dates in November and December 1998.
- "I refer to our telephone conversation today and would like to thank you for your assistance in organising a venue for the above-captioned course.
This volunteer training course is organised by Australian Chinese Community Association of NSW for Chinese people who are interested in doing voluntary work for the Chinese community in St George area, especially in organising social/cultural activities for local Chinese older people, women and children. The course will have four sessions and details are as follows:
Date: Tuesdays, 10th, 17th and 24th November and 1st December 1998
Time: 10.00am - 1.00pm
Content: Rights and Responsibilities of Volunteers
Knowing Your Community / Chinese Community Profile
Communication Skills / Interpersonal Relationship
Activity Design
Cost: Free
No. of
Participants: 15
*Certificates will be awarded to participants who attend all four sessions.
We believe that most of the participants will be from Hurstville and the nearby suburbs so we are looking for a venue which is close to Hurstville Station. We should be most grateful if Hurstville City Council would provide us with a suitable venue. Should these dates are not convenient to the Council, I am happy to rearrange the dates with you.
Thank you very much for your kind assistance in this matter. Should you need further information please feel free to contact me on (02) 9597 5455."
- "The Australian Chinese Community Association of NSW (ACCA) is a well respected, community based organisation providing advocacy, referral, information, support and community development to the Chinese speaking community in NSW. The southern regional office is based at the St George Migrant Resource Centre in Rockdale.
As a community based organisation, ACCA work closely with Council's Community Services section and recently provided professional interpreting and translation services as part of the consultation process for the Community Services Grants Program review currently auspiced by Council. This service was provided at no charge to Hurstville City Council and was of an exceptional standard.
ACCA has developed volunteer training for Chinese speaking residents of the St George region aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of the community sector and the type of activities where people can assist in the development and support of their community. Such activities may include child care, working with older people, delivery of meals, home help, home tutoring and working with the environment.
Training dates have been scheduled over four (4) consecutive weeks commencing Tuesday, 10 November 1998. Training venue will vary between the Kanyana and Wandarrah Rooms with two sessions being held in each meeting room.
ACCA receives limited funding to contribute to venue hire for activities involving training and education programs, particularly in locations that are central to the Chinese speaking community.
Council's Entertainment Centre Officer has advised that the total cost to hirers from non-profit organisations for the use of the Wandarrah and Kanyana Rooms as outlined, is $352.00. The Cost to Council for room set up + 10% is estimated at $30 per use totalling $120.00 for the full four weeks' hire.
In appreciation of their recent assistance and on-going support of Council programs and events it is recommended that Council waive any charges related to the hire of the Kanyana and Wandarrah Rooms to ACCA for the duration of the volunteer training course."
It is also noted that the Community Development Coordinator has referred to the normal costs and costs + 10% in her comments and Council's policy in respect of requests such as this is reproduced hereunder.
- "(a) For hire on Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Public Holidays by any organisation, the full hiring charges as fixed by Council from time to time be applied to such usage.
- (b) For hiring on days other than Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Public Holidays by charitable, non-profit making local organisations located within the City, and schools within the Cities of Hurstville and Rockdale and Municipality of Kogarah, the amount charged be the actual cost to Council for wages and direct costs plus ten (10) per cent.
- (c) For hirings at any time by profit making organisations, the full hiring charges as affixed by Council from time to time be applied to such usage.
- FURTHER, THAT applications for free or reduced rental falling outside Council's policy be referred to Council for determination."
In view of the fact that this request does not comply with Council's policy and the comments submitted by Council's Community Development Coordinator, the request from the Association for the free use of Council's facilities is now referred to Council for its consideration.
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. Recommendation AUSTRALIAN CHINESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF NSW - REQUEST FOR FREE USE OF WANDARRAH AND KANYANA ROOMS
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the matter be referred to Council for consideration.
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03.08 SOUTH REGION (NSW) CHINESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC - CHINESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION CHARITY BALL 1998
- The following letter dated 12th November, 1998 has been received from the South Region (NSW) Chinese Community Association Inc extending an invitation to Council to be represented at the Chinese Community Association's Charity Ball to be held on 10th December, 1998.
- "Since its inception in February 1995, South Region (NSW) Chinese Community Association (SRCCA) has been providing various community services for the migrants with Chinese ethnic background in St George Region. Besides, it also organises community activities to promote the ideals of multiculturalism and inter-racial understanding. Past activities organised by this Association such as Moon Festival Fun Fair, Seminar on Centrelink service and Information Day for New Immigrants etc. have met with favourable response and great appreciation.
In order to raise funds for this Association to further provide community services and run community activities for the public, this Association is going to hold its first fund-raising ball. Details of which are as follows:
Date: 10th December, 1998 (Thursday)
Time: 7.30pm (7.00pm pre-dinner drink)
Venue: Conca D'oro Lounge
269 Belmore Road, Riverwood (Patron parking at rear)
Ticket: $68 per head ($680 per table of ten).
The profit generated from this event would be spent on the expenses of running community programmes for our targets.
On behalf of the working committee, I now write to invite you to support this fund-raising exercise by organising a table ($680 for a table of ten). Tickets are available at the office of this Association. I believe your generous support to this event would make our charity ball a big success.
Should you have any queries regarding this matter, please feel free to contact the undersigned or Ms Angela Tung at 9585 1323. I look forward to receiving your favourable reply. Thank you."
Accordingly in view of the nature of this request the matter is now submitted for Council's consideration.
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. Recommendation SOUTH REGION (NSW) CHINESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC - CHINESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION CHARITY BALL 1998
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the matter be referred to Council for consideration.
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03.09 THE SISTERS OF OUR LADY OF CHINA PEAKHURST NURSING HOME - EXTENSION OF NURSING HOME FACILITY
- The following letter addressed to His Worship the Mayor, Councillor Mick Frawley, has been received from The Sisters of Our Lady of China Peakhurst Nursing Home requesting Council to consider the possible use of a portion of Jacques Reserve, Peakhurst adjacent to the nursing home facility for the extension of such facility.
- "This proposal is being put forward to seek the acquisition of Council land, to increase the capacity of services of Peakhurst Aged Care Facility (Peakhurst Nursing Home) in order to provide hostel care (low care) including dementia care at the facility.
Peakhurst Aged Care Facility is located at 18 Henry Lawson Drive, Peakhurst and contains 71 high care (nursing home) beds. Due to the needs of the aged residents of the area for low care it is proposed to add 30 low care beds. Such an increased capacity of services could only be implemented by acquiring some 2000 square metres of Council land from the park adjacent to the facility located at 20 Henry Lawson Drive, Peakhurst.
We would seek that Council gives consideration to this acquisition and forward the following supportive information in order to assist Council in its deliberations on this matter.
Background
The Sister of our Lady of China, who operate the facility, are a Diocesan Religious Institute of Consecrated Life dedicated to apostolic mission work. The community was founded in 1940, in Shantung Province, China by the late Cardinal Tien, SVD, the first Asian born Cardinal in the history of the Roman Catholic Church.
After the second World War following the communist takeover of China and the ensuing religious persecution, the Sisters were forced to flee mainland China and resettled in Taiwan in 1952 in the Chiayi Diocese.
The Sisters of our Lady of China are primarily interested in serving Gods poor, sick, homeless and needy. The community, as followers of Christ and his Blessed Mother, are active in the four corners of the world. They are engaged in pastoral care, education, health care, care of the aged and in serving particularly whenever special needs of the Bishops call for help.
On the 1st January, 1984, the Sisters of our Lady of China assumed the ownership of Peakhurst Nursing Home. In 1993/94 the Sisters provided extensive upgrading work to the facility at a cost of $1.8 million. This work provided for vital upgrading to modernise and extend some two thirds of the facility to allow for additional recreational space and more room for residents and the delivery of care. It is also provided for ducted air conditioning in the upgraded area of the facility.
Peakhurst Aged Care Facility since this upgrading has met all standards of care and accommodation determined by the NSW Health Department and the Commonwealth Department of Health and Family Services (DHFS).
Peakhurst Aged Care Facility therefore provides an excellent standard of high care for the local aged residents. These services need to be complemented by the provision of low care in order that Peakhurst Aged Care Facility can meet local aged residents needs in regard to low and dementia care.
Needs
In relation to local area demands according to statistics provided by DHFS the situation in the Hurstville Council area is as follows:-
* 8,345 aged population of +70 years reside in the area.
* There are at present only 225 low care hostel beds in the area to cater for this aged population level of 26.97 beds per 1,000 aged population of +70 years.
* Present DHFS Benchmarks provide for a minimum of 55 low care beds per 1,000 aged population in each particular local government area.
* The Hurstville area is in deficit to the DHFS benchmark by some 234 low care beds.
Discussions with the Local Aged Care Assessment Team and general practitioners support this needs for an increase in low care beds in the Hurstville area. Letters of testimony to support this project for low care beds at Peakhurst aged Care Facility are attached.
The 30 bed low care extension when completed will provide for a level of financially disadvantages residents, dementia care, respite care and also day care. This provision of respite aged day care is also in vital need for the Hurstville area. Many families who care for their aged relatives at home need day respite care in order to fulfil their own activities such as shopping or to attend to other family needs.
The extension of 30 low care beds to Peakhurst Aged Care Facility will satisfy those vital needs of all local resident.
The Proposed Facility
The facility will be of single storey design but will be so constructed that it could cater for an additional storey for future development as necessary. The beds will be contained in single rooms with ensuites. Sufficient space will also be provided for lounge, dining and recreational rooms for residents. The existing Peakhurst Nursing Home infrastructure facilities in regard to kitchen services and laundry will cater for the new facility. Landscaped secure courtyards will also be provided.
Land Being Sought
Adjacent to Peakhurst Aged Care Facility at 20 Henry Lawson Drive is an area of parkland. This area is situated between Peakhurst Aged Care Facility and adjacent residential dwellings. The parkland borders Henry Lawson Drive and extends to the border of Jacques Avenue.
The parkland is barely utilised and is a danger to young children as it is not security fenced and borders on Henry Lawson Drive, which is an extremely busy 6 land main road. The parkland is a hunt for undesirables at night and graffiti is often painted on neighbouring fences of the residential houses and Peakhurst Aged Care Facility. There also appears to be sufficient alternative parklands situated in the local area including Jacques Avenue.
This proposal would seek to acquire some 2000 square metres of this parkland facing Henry Lawson Drive in order to provide for the expansion of the additional 30 low care beds at the facility.
Such an acquisition if approved by Council would allow for some residual area of parkland to be provided adjoining Jacques Avenue. This would then allow for a safer area as the danger of the proximity of Henry Lawson Drive would be avoided by the hostel building. If necessary an access way from Henry Lawson Drive could be provided to the remaining park between the hostel development and the adjoining residential property.
We are willing to negotiate and enter discussions with Council as to a price for this land if our proposal is accepted. We understand that this land is presently zoned (2B) as residential medium density.
Summary
In late September 1998 or early October 1998 DHFS will advertise for an aged care place round. It is anticipated that applications for this round will close sometime in December 1998. It is therefore vital if Council could provide a decision on this proposal by mid November 1998.
The 30 bed hostel (low care) extension to Peakhurst Aged Care Facility will not only ensure that local aged care needs are met for the future but will also provide a minimum of 25 further employment positions at the facility.
As previously described the order of the Sisters of our Lady of China is dedicated to the delivery of excellent care standards and we look forward to hearing from you in regard to this proposal. Should you require any additional information please do not hesitate to contact me."
This request was initially referred to the Manager - Community Services, the Divisional Manager - Policy Planning & Environment and the Divisional Manager - Engineering for comment.
The Manager - Community Services has now submitted the following comments regarding the demand for care and social impact on local services:-
- "Demand for increased residential care
The St George area, including Hurstville, is in high need of increased residential care for older people. The demand is for both high level nursing care beds and low level hostel care beds.
Waiting lists for alternative aged accommodation such as public housing also has waiting lists. The minimum waiting time for aged housing in St George through the Department of Housing is 5.5 years. An older person seeking public housing is likely to become increasingly frail prior to securing accommodation and apply for residential hostel care or community care to provide the additional support required.
These demands on residential care are exacerbated by reduced funding to the community care sector which provide preventative care in the form of hostel services in the home . Such services include Home Care, Home Nursing, meals services, demential care and house cleaning.
Impact on Local Service Providers
Local community services which provide hostel care in the home are stretched to capacity and unlikely to expand to any significant degree in the near future. Recent changes to legislation for SEPP 5 developments now enable the development of medium density aged care facilities without the provision of on-site hostel care services for residents. While the impact of this is as yet unknown, it is likely that Hurstville will experience an increase in SEPP 5 developments and therefore a cumulative impact on the availability of community based hostel care services. This will further impact on the demand for residential hostel care.
Funding for Increased Low Care Hostel beds
The Commonwealth Department of Health and Family Services is responsible for funding of residential care in Australia and will call for submissions to increase residential care beds in a number of high needs area, including St George, in December 1998. This is an open tender and available to all existing residential care facilities. Given the demand for this area It is unlikely that no other care facilities in St George will submit for funds."
- "Council has received a letter from the Sisters of Our Lady of China requesting to buy 2000m2 of an area presently a park adjacent to their site in Riverwood.
After inspecting the site, I put forward the following comments:
* The land is presently used as park and is located opposite an area in Riverwood which is currently designed "C" and proposed for medium density in the Riverwood DCP.
* The park is not highly landscaped however it is open space and provides the opportunity to be upgraded.
* The park is approximately 3870m2. If 2000m2 were sold, this would severely compromise the leftover area as a useful park.
* The western boundary has detached Department of Housing dwellings which if developed could face the dwelling to the park thereby improving the definition of the park, its safety and sense of importance.
* The side boundaries of the park are not straight but have a kick in them.
Conclusion
The Sisters of Our Lady of China have requested that they buy part of Hurstville City Council public open space. This park belongs to the whole of Hurstville. It is located in an area which is undergoing change and which may well hold a greater number of dwellings in the future. It would show limited foresight if Council were to sell the park although it may be possible to rationalise boundaries.
I understand that the Sisters of Our Lady of China undertake good works and provide a valuable service for an aging population. However in the matter of the sale of public park, Council cannot take this into consideration. Any decision to sell the park must only be based on whether there is a need or not for the open space.
Recommendation
From the planning aspect I consider that the park should be retained although it may be possible to slightly rationalise the boundaries."
- "We have reviewed the letter from The Sister of Our Lady of China Peakhurst Nursing Home at 18 Henry Lawson Drive requesting purchase of a portion of the above reserve to enable the extension of the Home together with the memo dated 3 November 1998 from the Divisional Manager - Policy, Planning & Environment.
We agree strongly with Mrs McCredie's view that the park should be retained for Open Space and recreation purposes.
The land is currently classified Community Land (Park) and although not currently heavily developed or landscaped, the future need for Open Space and recreational opportunities in the area will grow as redevelopment proceeds in the surrounding precincts.
We therefore strongly recommend that no portion of the land be sold."
Whilst the needs of the nursing home as detailed in the above submission are appreciated and it is acknowledged that they provide a valuable facility for the area, it will also be noted both the Divisional Manager - Engineering and Divisional Manager - Policy, Planning & Environment have indicated that the park in question should not be disposed of as it also provides a valuable resource to the community both now and for the future.
In general Members would be aware that any proposal to dispose of public open space is a lengthy and complicated process involving advertising, public hearings, submissions to the Minister, and in the case of a significantly sized park such as Jacques Avenue Reserve and the possible public opposition to the disposal of any part of the reserve, there could be some doubt as to whether the Minister would finally agree to a proposal to re-zone and re-classify and dispose of part of the reserve.
Accordingly, in view of the comments submitted in connection with this particular request, the following recommendation is now submitted for Council's consideration.
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. Recommendation THE SISTERS OF OUR LADY OF CHINA PEAKHURST NURSING HOME - EXTENSION OF NURSING HOME FACILITY
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the Sisters of our Lady of China Peakhurst Nursing Home be advised that whilst Council recognises and supports the valuable facility the organisation provides to the community that the Council is unable to agree to its request to acquire part of Jacques Avenue Reserve adjacent to the nursing home as the reserve in question is zoned for Open Space purposes and Council considers it provides a valuable facility to the community which should not be diminished.
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03.10 STATE RECORDS ACT 1998
(Joint report by Manager - Library and Information Service, L. Urane and Manager - Corporate Services, Mr W Park)
- Council's Archivist and Records Manager have reported on the State Records Act, 1998, as follows:
- "On the 2nd June this year, the NSW Parliament gave assent to the State Records Act 1998. This Act replaces the Archives Act 1960 and will come into being on the 1st January 1999. From this date all NSW Government agencies will be required to keep full and accurate records of their recordkeeping activities.
- This new legislation came about as the Archives Act 1960 had grown less effective in assisting the public sector meet its needs in keeping and using records in the modern environment. Successive reports from Royal Commissions and the Independent Commission Against Corruption have highlighted the connection between good record keeping and accountability and have identified many cases where poor recordkeeping practices have hindered accountability and the conduct of specific investigation
- This Act addresses issues such as accountability; problems pertaining to records created in an electronic environment; will minimise the risks of unplanned and unauthorised record destruction's; strengthen the rights of the public to access to State records; and contribute to better government through the improved creation and management of records with a coherent framework for managing them for as long or as short as they need to be kept
- The Act specifies two time frames, one deals with the status of the record and the other with access to information held in the record.
- *Records 25 years old will be classified as a State Archive
*Records 30 years of age will be opened for public access.
- What then is the effect of this Act for Hurstville City Council?
- From the 1st January 1999, the records of all Local Government organisations, including Hurstville City Council will be classified as State records. We will be required to maintain standards and best codes of practice in our recordkeeping practices for the life cycle of the record. The legislation includes records created in all types of media including electronic.
- Under the Act, all records 25 years of age will be assumed to no longer be in use, and will be deemed a 'State Archive'. If we still require a record 25 or more years old for our current needs, we will have to apply to State Records for each record group to obtain a 'still in use' determination. A determination will be valid for only 5 years. If the record is required after the 5 year period is up, a new determination application will need to be lodged.
- As a 'State Archive' control of the record will automatically go to State Records, as the current Archives Authority of New South Wales will be called from 1st January 1999. This doesn't necessarily imply that we will lose custody of our archives, but technically control will be handed over. The implications of this loss of control are yet to be determined for Local Government.
- Due to the fact that until now Local Government records have not been regarded as State records and that Local Government authorities were not included in the formulation or discussion process in the writing of the new Act, the NSW State Government has given us time in which to comply to the new legislation. Compliance times to various parts of the Act will also be staggered.
- Commencement and introduction dates for Local Government are:
- 1st January 1999:
Part 3 - Protection of State Records (deals with disposal issues)
Part 5 - Recovery of estrays (records of belonging to one organisation which are held in the custody of another) and other State records
1st January 2000:
Part 2 - Records management responsibilities of public offices (ie. HCC)
Part 6 - Public access to State records after 30 years
- 1st July 2000:
Part 4 - Authority entitled to control of State records not currently in use
(archives)
- By the 1st July 2000, our archival and record keeping practices must comply with the standards and best code of practice as set out in the legislation. Failure to comply with the legislation will incur penalty points. The minimum number of points per each non-compliance offence will be 50, with one point costing $100.
Under the provisions of Section 10 of the new Act it will be the overall responsibility of the General Manager to ensure that local government organisations comply with the requirements of the Act. Under the Act, Hurstville City Council will be required to:
- protect its records
- make and keep full and accurate records
- establish and maintain a records management program
- make arrangements with State Records for monitoring and reporting
- give access to records in order to monitor compliance
- maintain accessibility to technology dependent records
- Hurstville City Council's record keeping practices will need to comply with the above requirements, but it is in the area of monitoring and reporting as well as 'ownership' of our archival records that major changes will occur.
- Some of the issues that we will need to address within the next 12 months include:
Access Policy for records 30 years or older
Archives 'Custody' Policy
Procedure for identifying records requiring a "still in use determination"
Policy for the management of Electronic records
In-house Disposal Schedule
Training for staff to meet future standards and best codes of practice requirements as set out in the legislation
- This is only a preliminary assessment into the impact the new State Records Act 1998 will have on HCC and Local Government in general. As we become more knowledgeable of the various aspects of the Act, we will endeavour to keep you informed."
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. Recommendation STATE RECORDS ACT 1998
(Joint report by Manager - Library and Information Service, L. Urane and Manager - Corporate Services, Mr W Park)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the information be noted and that a further report be submitted to Council on the full implications of the State Records Act 1998 and the steps necessary for Council to take.
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03.11 CENTENNIAL BAKERY MUSEUM
(Report by Manager - Library and Information Service, Mr L Urane)
- At the present time a stocktake has been completed of the artefacts in the Museum. Generally, recording of the artefacts was very poorly done and we have been unable to find items that have been recorded and have found items that have never been recorded. We are now in the process of attempting to put the records straight. Within the Museum there is some very good material. There is also a lot of material that should be disposed of at a future date as it is either a duplicate or collected elsewhere.
We are about to begin data entry on the Council's computer system of the objects in the Museum. We are adapting the cataloguing module of the library programme to catalogue the material in the Museum, as the module is fairly adaptable and allows us to do this rather than to invest in another system. The Systems Librarian, Graham Blewett, who is also a member of the Hurstville Historical Society, is quite satisfied that this cataloguing system is suitable for our purposes.
In October Museums Australia, formerly The Museums Association, made a field visit to the Centennial Bakery Museum in order to ascertain the potential of the Museum in its present state and to assist Council in planning its future. A copy of the report has been distributed separately.
The report outlines that planning, including personnel, collection management deaccessioning and disposal, storage facilities, computerised collections management systems, environmental factors, and exhibitions.
Basically I agree with the report and I would suggest to Council the following steps be adopted as a policy and plan for the Museum:-
1 - That the Museum concentrate on being a Museum of Hurstville and St George with a note of its history as part of a bakery.
2 - That there be a permanent exhibition on the history of Hurstville and St George which can be erected from the material within the collection that can be changed from time to time.
3 - That there be about six travelling exhibitions per year.
4 -That the Museum be connected to the Council's network as soon as possible to allow access to the collection.
5 - That a management plan be prepared.
6 - That a forum of community consultation take place, either by focus groups as suggested in the report, i.e. invited members of the community to participate in group discussions about their expectations of a Museum in the St George area. Groups such as schools should particularly be represented in the discussions. It may be necessary to hire a facilitator for the group discussion which will not cost a great deal.
7 - That a committee be formed to help with the education policy of the Museum and that Friends of the Museum be established.
8 - That the Hurstville/St George Collection be placed on the Internet to join with the local pictures of the area which are going up on the Internet on Council's website.
9 - That an Education Officer/Manager/Curator be appointed and that the appointment be made soon so that the Officer is involved in the initial consultations and revamping of the Museum from the beginning. There is money available in the 1997/98 estimates for such a person to be appointed and I would suggest on a three year contract basis.
10 - That a time frame of about six months will be required to get the Museum properly operating and a further 12 months be required to get such things as the major part of the exhibits catalogued and a strategic plan prepared. I don't think it is necessary to employ a consultant for the planning process, with the exception for, as mentioned above, a facilitator for the focus group discussion.
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. Recommendation CENTENNIAL BAKERY MUSEUM
(Report by Manager - Library and Information Service, Mr L Urane)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the steps, as outlined in the report as items 1 to 10 be adopted.
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03.12 ST GEORGE LIBRARY CARD
(Report by Manager - Library and Information Service, Mr L. Urane)
- A letter has been received from Kogarah Municipal Council as follows:-
- "As you requested I am formally reporting on our recent discussions concerning the St George Library Card. On 1 October there was a meeting of the Rockdale, Hurstville and Kogarah Council Library Managers to discuss the introduction of the card. Most of the discussion concerned the following resolution made by your Council on 5 August.
- 'THAT Council accept the offer with the proviso that Rockdale and Kogarah Libraries' loan period be three (3) weeks so that the three Council Library Services will be the same and that consideration be given by the other two Councils to standardise overdues and fines of the three services.'
After examining the loan periods and fines of the three library services it was discovered that there was considerable divergence.
| Library Service | Loan Period | Grace Period | Fines |
| Hurstville | 21 days | 2-4 days | $2/notice + 50c/adult item for 1st notice $2/notice + $1/adult item for 2nd notice |
| Kogarah | 14 days | 13 days | $1/item for junior and YA $3 item for others |
| Rockdale | 21 days | 10-17 days | $2/batch of items for 1st notice $5/batch of items for 2nd notice |
It could be said that the de facto loan period or, days before which fines accrue is the most important factor where the public is concerned. On this basis the following applies:
| Library | Loan Period + Grace Period |
| Hurstville | 23 - 25 days |
| Kogarah | 27 days |
| Rockdale | 31 - 38 days |
I mentioned that one of Kogarah's customer service initiatives was to mail courtesy reminder notices during the grace period. I explained that if I increased the loan period to 21 days I would be reducing the grace period to 7 days and the latter does not enable sufficient time to generate courtesy reminder notices and give borrowers time to either renew or return the items before incurring overdue fines. The result of not generating reminder notices would be a decrease in customer service to Kogarah borrowers.
At this recent meeting the Rockdale and Kogarah Library Managers were of the opinion that it was unimportant that loan and grace periods varied as charges for other library matters also varied between the three services. Some months ago all three Library Managers agreed to include a statement on the carrier of the new St George borrowers card "Conditions and charges vary in each library service". At the meeting it was stated that the public who currently use more than one of the three St George library service would already be aware the "conditions and charges vary".
It is the feeling of both the Rockdale and Kogarah Library Managers that overtime and through co-operative discussions we could introduce some common conditions and charges but this should be done in a timely manner to be submitted to each Council prior to a new financial year. I propose that the three Library Managers work on this schedule for the 1999/2000 year and meanwhile we launch the St George borrowers card.
The funding for the new cards and printers has been made available from a Rockdale Library grant so there are no financial obstacles to this project for any of the three library services.
After considerable time and effort it would be most unfortunate if this project which demonstrates the co-operative workings of the three councils was to be abandoned because of differing loan periods..
I look forward to your response.
Yours sincerely
Helen Fulton
Library Services Manager."
- "Thank you for your report dated 9th October. I will put your comments to the Council meeting to be held on 25th November.
- I would, however, like to point out two errors of fact. Whilst agreeing to the inclusion of the statement on the proposed cards, this does not preclude Hurstville requesting that the loan periods be the same. In the discussions of the matter, as Manager of Hurstville Library and Information Service, I have always stated that my view is that at least loan periods should be the same so as not to confuse the public.
Secondly, Hurstville does not have a period of grace for overdue loans as such. Due to system servicing requirements we do not run overdues everyday. There are also problems with public holidays. Our loans are due when stated."
- "THAT Council accept the offer with the proviso that Rockdale and Kogarah Libraries' loan period be three (3) weeks so that the three Council Library Services will be the same and that consideration be give by the other two Councils to standardise overdues and fines of the three services."
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. Recommendation ST GEORGE LIBRARY CARD
(Report by Manager - Library and Information Service, Mr L. Urane)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT Council adhere to the previous resolution and that Hurstville Library accept St George Library Cards from Rockdale and/or Kogarah labraries if all loan periods are the same.
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03.13 ALIA 5TH BIENNIAL LIBRARY CONFERENCE - ADELAIDE
(Report by Manager - Library and Information Service, Mr L. Urane)
- The Children's and Young Adult Services Librarian, Kate Campion, and I attended the ALIA 5th Biennial Library Conference in Adelaide and Kate Campion has reported on the conference as follows:
- "From the opening session with Phillip Adams to the closing session of "Looking back and looking forward", I found the conference stimulating but exhausting.
- The conference consisted of morning plenary sessions followed by various concurrent sessions and workshops on various topics. I attended several workshops including one on children's programming (where I learnt how to make a very effective puppet in five minutes at a cost of about fifty cents!) and one on the way the Children's Books of the Year are chosen ( which showed why everyone cannot be satisfied as to the chosen books). I also attended sessions on INFOCUS, literacy, local studies, Internet and databases. The most informative and enjoyable after the workshops was "Creating the future - children's form: where school children who had won a competition to describe their ideal library read their entries and asked questions of a panel of librarians. The worst session was an Internet one - it told me nothing I didn't already know, so it was probably good for those who do not use the Internet regularly.
- I also found the social events of great use though exhausting. The chance to informally exchange views and experience with librarians from all over Australia is invaluable. The trade exhibition was also useful and I brought back brochures and information for other staff members."
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. Recommendation ALIA 5TH BIENNIAL LIBRARY CONFERENCE - ADELAIDE
(Report by Manager - Library and Information Service, Mr L. Urane)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the information be received and noted.
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03.14 KURT LEHMANN - REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (F/00035) (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
- The following letter dated 21st October, 1998 has been received from Mr Kurt Lehmann requesting Council to consider providing financial assistance to his son, Thomas Lehmann. The assistance requested is for expenses associated with Thomas's selection in the New South Wales U/16 Boys' Baseball Team which is competing at the National Tournament in Alice Springs in January, 1999.
- "My son Thomas Lehmann is selected to represent N.S.W. Junior Baseball League at the under 16 National Tournament in Alice Springs in January, 1999. The total cost of sending Thomas to Alice Springs is approximately $1,800.
In detail:- $950.00 - standard payment to the League
$650.00 - 13 days accommodation ($50 per day)
$200.00 - Team Tours to ULURU. Most parents agreed to Tour already.
I wish to apply to the Council for financial assistance to assist with the expenses and any help would be greatly appreciated."
- "356. (1) A council may, in accordance with a resolution of the council, contribute money or otherwise grant financial assistance to persons for the purpose of exercising its functions.
(2) A proposed recipient who acts for private gain is not ineligible to be granted financial assistance but must not receive any benefit under this section until at least 28 days' public notice of the council's proposal to pass the necessary resolution has been given."
Members will be aware that Council adopted a policy in respect of requests such as that submitted by Mr Lehmann at its meeting held on 14 December, 1994. The policy provides sporting, cultural, art and academic grants to enable individuals selected by the governing or sponsoring body of a recognised competition or exhibition to participate, subject to:-
(1) the individual concerned being eighteen years of age or under.
(2) the individual being a resident or attending school in the Hurstville City area.
(3) the activity being a recognised regional, state, national or international competition or exhibition.
(4) the individual being required to submit a report on the results achieved at the competition or exhibition notwithstanding whether the individual participated on an individual or team basis.
An amount of $10,000 was voted under this program for the 1998/99 financial year and Thomas Lehmann appears to meet requirements 1, 2 and 3 of Council's policy referred to above, as he lives in the Hurstville City area.
In view of Council's policy, the following recommendation is submitted for Council's consideration.
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. Recommendation KURT LEHMANN - REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (F/00035) (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT as required by Section 356(2) of the Local Government Act, 1993, the Council place an appropriate public notice in the St George & Sutherland Shire Leader, in accordance with Section 705(2) of the Act, advising of Council's intention to consider granting financial assistance to Mr Thomas Lehmann and advising that submissions will be received by the Council regarding the proposal for a period of twenty-eight (28) days from the date of publication of the notice.
FURTHER, THAT Mr Lehmann be advised of Council's actions in this matter and that the request will be further considered at the conclusion of the advertising period.
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03.15 CAULDRON ARTS CO-OPERATIVE LTD - REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (F/00036) (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
- The following letter addressed to His Worship The Mayor, Councillor M Frawley, dated 14th October, 1998 has been received from Cauldron Arts Co-operative Ltd requesting Council's financial support of its season of Shakespeare under the stars commencing after 22nd February, 1999.
- "I am writing to you on behalf of Cauldron Arts Co-operative Ltd, regarding our 3rd annual season of Shakespeare under the stars. As you are aware our previous seasons have been highly successful and have provided great family entertainment.
This year we will be offering Shakespeare's well known, romantic comedy, The Taming of the Shrew. A story of a rebellious woman whose society is determined to quell her quick spirit and marry her off.
At this time we request Council's support in continuing this community activity by providing financial support. This would involve providing funds of $1,800 for one performance or $2,600 for two.
The current production schedule allows for the performance(s) to take place after the 22nd February, 1999. We are proposing late afternoon shows (in Evatt Park) commencing at 5.00pm with a running time of one and a half-hours.
With your support, we will yet again bring together the best of our talent. We look forward to working with you on this project and thank you for your continued support. Should you have any further queries you can contact me on (02) 9153 9015 or Lidija Markotic, our chair person on 0413 005 696."
Council has also provided the Civic Theatre at no cost to the Cauldron Arts Co-operative, on 11th April, 1997 forgoing rental of $180.00 and at a cost + 10% on 21st and 28th May and 4th June, 1997 forgoing a total of $495.00 for the three occasions.
As provision has not been made within the 1998/99 Program Budget for this request and in view of Council's previous support of Cauldron Arts Co-operative, the following recommendation is referred to Council for consideration.
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. Recommendation CAULDRON ARTS CO-OPERATIVE LTD - REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (F/00036) (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the Cauldron Arts Co-operative Ltd be advised that unfortunately Council is unable to accede to its request for financial assistance on this occasion.
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03.16 ST GEORGES ANGLICAN CHURCH, HURSTVILLE - USE OF MEMORIAL SQUARE (C/00167) (Report by Senior Administrative Officer, Mr L Mifsud)
- The following letter dated 13th October, 1998 has been received from St Georges Anglican Church, Hurstville requesting use of the Memorial Square for live entertainment and the provision of a graffiti board on Saturday 12th December, 1998 from 10.00am to 8.00pm.
- "St Georges Anglican Church Hurstville would like to apply for permission to set up a stall 3 metres square, a stage area for live entertainment and a graffiti board 2.5 m long, at Forest Road, Hurstville near the War Memorial for Saturday December 12, 1998 from 10.00am - 8.00pm.
We would like to offer free coffee/tea, cakes and free BBQ, free face painting and free balloons. Our aim is to promote our newly opened Community Drop-In-Centre and also to promote church community programs and activities.
We would like to make use of the graffiti board to encourage young people to use their creative talents to write/draw on the board what Christmas may mean to them. We also hope to have a multicultural choir and a band for live entertainment."
- "(a) That the use of the area be restricted to Monday to Sunday between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm with a finishing time of 9.00pm on Thursday evenings.
- (b) That the frequency of use be restricted to twelve (12) performances by any one organisation per annum and each performance being not more than three hours' duration.
(c) That fund raising activities to offset expenses in providing the entertainment be permitted subject to such activity being restricted to the hours of the entertainment being provided.
(d) Chairs, equipment, etc., being placed solely on the raised platform area to minimise inconvenience to the public.
(e) No paper or litter of any description be allowed to remain on the ground at the conclusion of the entertainment.
(f) The use of PA systems be permitted subject to such use not being so objectionably loud as to disturb the passing public, other organisations conducting street stalls and shop owners.
(g) Prior approval in writing for each entertainment being obtained from the General Manager.
(h) The letter of approval to be available on the day for inspection by authorised persons if requested.
(i) Approval for any performance may be revoked at any time.
(j) That no interference be occasioned to pedestrian traffic.
(k) That this policy not apply to festivities organised by Council or the Hurstville Community Council."
As indicated in the above letter, the Church will be providing live entertainment, a graffiti board, free coffe/tea, cakes, BBQ, face painting and balloons on Saturday, 12th December, 1998 from 10.00am to 8.00pm.
Accordingly, this request does not comply with parts (a) and (b) of the Council's policy as this request involves a finishing time of 8.00pm (not 5.00pm in part (a) of the policy) and is more than three (3) hours duration (part (b) of the policy).
The aim of the Church for the use of the Memorial Square as requested is to promote their new Community Drop-In Centre and also promote church community programs and activities.
The Church has provided a copy of a Certificate of Currency from Jardine Australian Insurance Brokers Pty Limited for General Public and Products Liability Insurance with a limit of indemnity of $50 million.
Although this request does not completely comply with Council's policy, the entertainment and activities proposed by the Church are considered worthwhile and accordingly, the following recommendation is submitted for Council's consideration.
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. Recommendation ST GEORGES ANGLICAN CHURCH, HURSTVILLE - USE OF MEMORIAL SQUARE (C/00167) (Report by Senior Administrative Officer, Mr L Mifsud)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the application by St Georges Anglican Church, Hurstville to use the Memorial Square between the hours of 10.00am to 8.00pm on Saturday 12th December, 1998 as requested in their letter dated 13th October, 1998 be approved subject to the following conditions:-
(a) The use of the area being restricted to the times and date aforementioned.
(b) That fund raising activities to offset expenses in providing the entertainment be permitted subject to such activity being restricted to the hours of the entertainment being provided.
(c) Chairs, equipment, etc., being placed solely on the raised platform area to minimise inconvenience to the public.
(d) No paper or litter of any description be allowed to remain on the ground at the conclusion of the entertainment.
(e) The use of PA systems be permitted subject to such use not being so objectionably loud as to disturb the passing public, other organisations conducting street stalls and shop owners.
(f) The letter of approval to be available on the day for inspection by authorised persons if requested.
(g) Approval for any performance may be revoked at any time.
(h) That no interference be occasioned to pedestrian traffic.
(i) The use be restricted to the raised platform area only and not the grassed area adjacent to the Memorial.
(j) No tables, chairs, equipment or shelters to be erected on the grassed area due to possible damage to underground watering systems and other services.
(k) Provision of a $10 million Public Liability cover.
(l) Ground cover being provided to protect the Council's property and other private property in the area from being damaged by graffiti/aerosol art works or any other similar activity.
FURTHER, THAT Council's policy for the use of the Memorial Square for artistic or cultural performances be amended to include the following condition:-
(l) Ground cover being provided to protect the Council's property and other private property in the area from being damaged by graffiti/aerosol art works or any other similar activity."
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03.17 HURSTVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC. - EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (H/00011) (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
- The following letter dated 11th November, 1998 has been received from the Hurstville Historical Society informing Council of members recently elected to the Executive Committee.
- "At the recent AGM of the Society the following members were elected to the Executive Committee:
President: Mr Jim Brown - 4 Karne Street, Beverly Hills 2209
Hon Secretary: Dr Joan Hatton - 15 Annette Avenue, Kogarah 2217
Hon Treasurer: Mrs Anna Toddie - 5 Wiruna Crescent, Beverly Hills 2209"
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION NO: .17 CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
. Recommendation HURSTVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC. - EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (H/00011) (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the information be received and noted.
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL REPORT ITEM NO: . CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
03.18 STAFF ESTABLISHMENT & VARIATIONS THERETO AS AT 31ST OCTOBER, 1998 (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
| DIVISION | MALES | FEMALES | TOTAL (Oct 98) | TOTAL (Sept 98) | ESTAB- LISH- MENT | VAR- IATION |
| Corporate Services | 11 | 15 | 26 | 26 | 26 |  |
| Business & Fin. Services | 12 | 9 | 21 | 21 | 23 | - 2 |
| Engineering | 14 | 6 | 20 | 20 | 20 | |
| Development & Health | 15 | 9 | 24 | 24 | 26 | - 2 |
| Policy, Planning & Env. | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 5 | |
| Libraries - Full-time Part-time Home-Library - Full-time Part-time | 8 - - 1 | 21 3 1 1 | 29 3 1 2 | 29 3 1 2 | 29 3 1 2 | |
| Comm. Serv. Section - Full-time Part-time | - - | 14 8 | 14 8 | 14 8 | 14 8 | |
| Civic Centre - Management & Operation | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| Caretaking & Supervision Full-time Part-time | 1 2 | - - | 1 2 | 1 2 | 1 2 | |
| Cleaners Full-time Part-time | 4 - | - 5 | 4 5 | 4 5 | 4 6 | - 1 |
| Works Depot - O'seers/Storekeeprs Carpenters/Painters Mechanics | 3 6 7 | - - - | 3 6 7 | 3 6 7 | 3 6 7 | |
| Public Works | 20 | - | 20 | 20 | 20 | |
| Survey Assts/Attendants | 3 | - | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
| Parks and Gardens Overseers Garden Staff | 2 53 | - 6 | 2 59 | 2 59 | 2 60 | - 1 |
| Street Sweep./Litterbins | 16 | 1 | 17 | 17 | 17 | |
| Conv. & Baby Health Centre Attendants | 1 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Car Park Attendants | 2 | - | 2 | 2 | 3 | - 1 |
| Regulation Control Officers | 4 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 6 | - 1 |
| | | | | | |
| Total as at 31.10.98 | 189 | 107 | 296 | 295 | 304 | - 8 |
| Total as at 31.10.97 | 226 | 113 | 339 | 340 | 351 | - 12 |
As will be recalled the Divisional Manager - Engineering has previously indicated that the Staff Establishment lists shown above in respect of the Outdoor Workers are broken into some broad categories and should not be taken as being precise with only the total number of Outdoor staff being a precise figure.
It has also been indicated previously that on a daily basis changes are made to a number of positions as result of plant breakdowns, sick leave, annual leave, etc. with this being an ongoing process but with total Outdoor staff remaining constant.
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION NO: .18 CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
. Recommendation STAFF ESTABLISHMENT & VARIATIONS THERETO AS AT 31ST OCTOBER, 1998 (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the report be received and noted.
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL REPORT ITEM NO: . CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
03.19 POSSIBLE SALE OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO NO.3 WOODLANDS AVENUE AND NO.18 KIMS AVENUE, LUGARNO. (010596 & 004076) (Report by Senior Administrative Officer, Mr L Mifsud)
- Members may recall that Council at its Meeting held on 13th May, 1998 gave consideration to a report concerning a request from Mr Mark and Mrs Anne McKenzie, the owners of 3 Woodlands Avenue, Lugarno, in regard to a proposal to purchase an unused section of Woodlands Avenue adjacent to their property.
At that Meeting Council resolved as follows:-
- "THAT on a "Without Prejudice" basis, Council agree to proceed with the closure and sale of the section of road adjacent to 3 Woodlands Avenue, Lugarno, subject to the owners of 3 Woodlands Avenue agreeing to conditions (a) to (i) as outlined in the report.
THAT if the owners agree to the conditions, Council make application to the Department of Land and Water Conservation for the closure of the section of road adjacent to 3 Woodlands Avenue, Lugarno, for the reason that this section of the roadway is only used by the owners of 3 Woodlands Avenue and it is not currently used by other members of the public and is therefore deemed to be unnecessary.
THAT if the closure of this section of the road is successful, the General Manager be authorised to negotiate the sale of the land to the owners of 3 Woodlands Avenue, Lugarno subject to Council's normal conditions for the sale of land.
THAT authority be given for any documents associated with the closure and sale of this section of road adjacent to 3 Woodlands Avenue, Lugarno to be executed under the Common Seal of Council.
THAT Mr & Mrs McKenzie be advised of the first part of the resolution and that adjoining owners will be given the opportunity to comment on the proposal by the Department of Land and Water Conservation following lodgment of Council's application to close the subject section of road.
FURTHER, THAT Mr & Mrs McKenzie be also advised that Council will not be bound by the above resolution or by its conveyance to them unless and until Council approves and executes the necessary documentation giving effect to the proposed arrangements between the parties."
"(a) Approval from the Department of Land and Water Conservation to close the subject portion of public road.
(b) The purchaser to meet the cost of two (2) valuations from registered valuers to enable Council to set a sale price.
(c) The purchaser to meet the cost of administration, subdivision, legal services, road closure fees and relocation of services, if required, and other expenses incurred by Council.
(d) The purchaser to meet the cost of purchasing the land.
(e) The purchaser to pay a deposit of $5,000 prior to any work on this matter commencing.
(f) The land to be consolidated with the purchaser's land.
(g) An easement is created over the existing drainage pipeline, if necessary.
(h) A 3 metre wide accessway from Woodlands Avenue being maintained to No.18 Kims Avenue.
(i) The purchaser noting that the closure and sale of the subject portion of public road is being dealt with as a separate matter from the construction of a carport and parking area which would need to be the subject of a building application if this matter proceeds."
A letter was forwarded to Mr & Mrs McKenzie advising of Council's resolution and subsequently, Mr McKenzie advised that he agreed with the above conditions and forwarded a cheque in the amount of $5,000 to cover Council's expenses in this matter.
At present this area of Woodlands Avenue is divided into an upper and lower section. The lower section of the roadway is the area in question and presently provides parking spaces for Nos. 3 and 7 Woodlands Avenue and also provides vehicular access to the top section of No.18 Kims Avenue.
The property at 18 Kims Avenue has two (2) levels with the lower level having vehicular access from Kims Avenue to a dwelling. The upper level is currently vacant and the only vehicular access to this area is from the lower level of Woodlands Avenue.
As indicated in condition (h) above, an accessway from Woodlands Avenue was to be maintained to No. 18 Kims Avenue which is located adjacent to No.3 Woodlands Avenue.
Following approval by Council on 13th May, 1998 to proceed with the closure and sale of road adjacent to No.3 Woodlands Avenue, the owners of No.18 Kims Avenue, Mr & Mrs Clarsen and their Solicitors, Spiegel & Associates forwarded correspondence to Council regarding Council's proposal to sell a portion of roadway to Mr & Mrs McKenzie and also submitting a request to also purchase a section of Woodlands Avenue adjacent to their property.
The Council land that Mr & Mrs Clarsen requested to purchase is adjacent to their boundary that fronts Woodlands Avenue and slightly overlaps the Council land that Mr & Mrs McKenzie wish to purchase.
As Mr & Mrs McKenzie provided a deposit of $5,000 to cover Council's expenses in this matter, Mr & Mrs Clarsen were also requested to provide a similar deposit. Subsequently, a cheque in the amount of $5,000 was received from Mr & Mrs Clarsen.
A meeting was then held on Friday, 30th October, 1998 involving Mr McKenzie, Mr Clarsen and Council's Divisional Manager - Community & Corporate Services and Senior Administrative Officer to discuss and agree upon the Council owned land that could be sold to both sets of owners.
A plan prepared by Council's Surveyor showing the Council owned land that could be sold and its relation to the boundaries of the properties owned by the McKenzies and Clarsens was used at the meeting to negotiate a satisfactory result for all parties.
During the meeting, a compromise was reached with Mr McKenzie and Mr Clarsen whereby they could purchase parcels of Woodlands Avenue adjacent to their properties.
Both Mr McKenzie and Mr Clarsen were advised that Council has the power under the Roads Act, 1993 to close and sell unnecessary road to adjoining owners subject to an application for road closure being approved by the Department of Land and Water Conservation. Upon closure, the former road becomes Operational Land, satisfying the requirements of the Local Government Act, 1993 with regard to its sale.
Mr McKenzie and Mr Clarsen were also advised that the possible closure and sale of part of Woodlands Avenue is being dealt with as a separate matter from the construction of any structures or any other building works on this land which would need to be the subject of a development application if this matter proceeds.
In view of the above details, it is considered that Council's resolution of 13th May, 1998 outlined earlier could be superseded by the following recommendation which is submitted for Council's consideration.
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION NO: .19 CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
. Recommendation POSSIBLE SALE OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO NO.3 WOODLANDS AVENUE AND NO.18 KIMS AVENUE, LUGARNO. (010596 & 004076) (Report by Senior Administrative Officer, Mr L Mifsud)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT on a "Without Prejudice" basis, Council agree to proceed with the closure and sale of the section of Woodlands Avenue, Lugarno, adjacent to No.3 Woodlands Avenue and No.18 Kims Avenue, subject to the owners of both properties agreeing to the following conditions:-
(a) Approval from the Department of Land and Water Conservation being received to close the subject portion of public road.
(b) The purchasers to meet the cost of two (2) valuations from registered valuers to enable Council to set sale prices.
(c) The purchasers to meet the cost of administration, subdivision, legal services, road closure fees and relocation of services, if required, and other expenses incurred by Council.
(d) The purchasers to meet the cost of purchasing the parcels of land.
(e) The parcels of land to be consolidated with land owned by each of the purchasers.
(f) An easement is created over the existing drainage pipeline, if necessary.
(g) The purchasers noting that the closure and sale of the subject portions of public road are being dealt with as separate matters from the construction of any structures or any other building works on the land to be closed and sold, which would need to be the subject of development applications if this matter proceeds.
THAT if the owners agree to the above conditions, Council make application to the Department of Land and Water Conservation for the closure of the section of road adjacent to 3 Woodlands Avenue and 18 Kims Avenue, Lugarno, for the reason that this section of the roadway is only used by the owners of these properties and it is not currently used by other members of the public and is therefore deemed to be unnecessary.
THAT if the closure of this section of the road is successful, the General Manager be authorised to negotiate the sale of the parcels of land to the owners of 3 Woodlands Avenue and 18 Kims Avenue, Lugarno subject to Council's normal conditions for the sale of land.
THAT authority be given for any documents associated with the closure and sale of this section of road adjacent to 3 Woodlands Avenue and 18 Kims Avenue, Lugarno to be executed under the Common Seal of Council.
FURTHER, THAT Mr & Mrs McKenzie and Mr & Mrs Clarsen be also advised that Council will not be bound by the above resolution or by its conveyance to them unless and until Council approves and executes the necessary documentation giving effect to the proposed arrangements between the parties."
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03.20 LIST OF TEMPORARY APPROVALS (B/00014) (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
- The Council at its meeting on 10th August, 1988 resolved that a register of limited approvals be maintained by the relevant department indicating the expiry date and brief details of the approval and that a summary of the register compiled from details from the departments be submitted monthly to Council by the General Manager.
In accordance with Council's decision, the following report is submitted for the information of members on the basis of information received from the relevant officers of Council.
| Property | Description | Expiry Date |
| Divisional Manager - Development & Health: | | |
| 13-17 Woodville Street, Hurstville | Install temporary office accommodation on existing roof | 16/6/97 (Approval Pending) |
| 69 Coleridge Street, Riverwood | Home Activity - Pattern and Sample Making | 18/7/97 (Approval Pending) |
| 42 Taffs Avenue, Lugarno | Home Activity - Natural Therapy Rooms | 14/8/97 (Permanent Approval Pending) |
| King Georges Road, Beverly Hills | Community Markets - Beverly Hills Girls' High School | 24/8/97 (Under Assessment) |
| 127 Forest Road, Hurstville | Real Estate Agent Office | 21/10/97 (Review Under Way) |
| 23 Hearne Street, Mortdale | Towing Services - 24 Hour Trading | 25/11/97 (Review Under Way) |
| 411 King Georges Road | Restaurant -Trading Hours | 6/12/97 (Decision deferred by Council - Report to Policy Committee) |
| 157 Belmore Road, Peakhurst | Children & Adult Art Classes | 9/12/97 (PERMANENT APPROVAL PENDING) |
| 14 Westbrook Street, Beverly Hills | Home Industry - Assembly of Testing Equipment | 22/12/97 (Review Under Way) |
| 10 Bailey Parade, Peakhurst | Home Occupation - Mobile Vehicle Repairer | 30/3/98 (PERMANENT APPROVAL PENDING) |
| 705 Forest Road, Peakhurst | Extension to Trading Hours - Peakhurst Inn | 9/4/98 |
| 5 McLeod Street, Hurstville | Home Occupation/Engineering Office | 11/6/98 |
| 42 Gover Street, Peakhurst | Home Occupation/Computer Repairs | 16/6/98 |
| 38 Holley Road, Beverly Hills | Home Activity/Beautician Workroom | 19/8/98 (Under Assessment) |
| 15 Norman Street, Peakhurst | Manufacturing of PVC Furniture | 28/8/98 |
| 27 Hannons Avenue, Peakhurst | Temporary Relative Accommodation | 27/8/99 |
| 47 Newman Street, Mortdale | Surety against demolition of existing dwelling within 2 months of completion of new dwelling | Open |
| 500 King Georges Road, Beverly Hills | Bank Guarantee in lieu of payment for Builders Damage Deposit against damage to kerb and guttering and footpath | Open |
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION NO: .20 CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
. Recommendation LIST OF TEMPORARY APPROVALS (B/00014) (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the report be received and noted.
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03.21 BOTANY BAY COUNCILS MAYORAL TASKFORCE - "RECLAIM THE BAY" PROGRAM (R/00546) (Report by Divisional Manager Community & Corporate Services)
- Members will recall that earlier this year the then Mayor, Clr Peter Olah, advised of his participation in a meeting of the Mayors of Randwick, Botany Bay, Rockdale, Hurstville, Kogarah and Sutherland Shire Councils held to launch the "Reclaim the Bay" Program.
At the time it was indicated that this Program was a local government initiative to take action to consolidate existing information on Botany Bay and to pursue appropriate environmental safeguards. At the time the Mayor stated that the Mayors had agreed unanimously to recommend that their Councils vote an amount of $2,000.00 to allow the Program to proceed.
As a result of this advice the Council at this meeting held on 8th April, 1998 resolved to contribute $2,000.00 towards the "Reclaim the Bay" Program.
Members would be aware that since this time the Program has been proceeding and that a number of articles and publications have been produced as a result of the work being undertaken. In addition copies of the Minutes of the meetings of the Botany Bay Councils Mayoral Taskforce held in this regard have previously been submitted to the Council.
As part of this process the Taskforce has established a number of Committees, such as the Scientific Advisory Committee, the Government Advisory Committee and the Citizens Advisory Committee as part of this process. In addition, the Taskforce proposes to appointment a "Public Campaign Manager" and is seeking a contribution of $20,000.00 from each of the six Councils involved to provide funds for the Manager and other associated campaign costs.
In view of the support that Council has indicated in the past for this most worthwhile project, it is suggested that Councils may wish to make the contribution now requested and accordingly the following recommendation is now submitted for Council's consideration.
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION NO: .21 CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
. Recommendation BOTANY BAY COUNCILS MAYORAL TASKFORCE - "RECLAIM THE BAY" PROGRAM (R/00546) (Report by Divisional Manager Community & Corporate Services)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT Council agree to contribute an amount of $20,000.00 towards the Botany Bay "Reclaim the Bay" Project as now requested and that the necessary funds in this regard be voted from Working Capital Surplus.
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03.22 MAYORAL PRO-BADGERYS CREEK AIRPORT PROJECT - CONTRIBUTION BY MEMBER COUNCILS (Report by Divisional Manager, Community & Corporate Services)
- As members are fully aware the Councils current policy provides for the support for the construction of a second airport at Badgerys Creek as soon as possible and that Council was heavily involved in the recent campaign against the proposed second Airport at Holsworthy.
Council has in the past contributed funds towards the campaign against the second Airport at Holsworthy and as part of this process SSROC has now established a Mayoral Pro-Badgerys Creek Airport Group.
In establishing this group, member Councils of SSROC have now been requested to contribute $10,000.00 towards the campaign in support of the construction of a second Airport at Badgerys Creek with these contributions covering employment of a Project Officer together with technical support of studies, research, etc., legal advice and campaign material.
In view of Councils previous support of the proposed second Airport at Badgerys Creek, its strong support of the campaign against construction of the second Airport at Holsworthy and the significant nature of the current proposal submitted by SSROC to promote the construction of the Badgerys Creek Airport the following is submitted for Council's recommendation.
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION NO: .22 CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
. Recommendation MAYORAL PRO-BADGERYS CREEK AIRPORT PROJECT - CONTRIBUTION BY MEMBER COUNCILS (Report by Divisional Manager, Community & Corporate Services)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT Councils agree to contribute an amount of $10,000.00 to the Pro-Badgerys Creek campaign being undertaken by SSROC under the guidance of the Mayoral Pro-Badgerys Creek Project for a second Airport at Badgerys Creek and that the necessary funds in this regard be voted from Working Capital Surplus.
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03.23 PROPERTY MATTER - PENSHURST (See Item 3.01 - Divisional Manager's No.2 Report to Finance Committee)
- In accordance with the provisions of Part 1 of Chapter 4 of the Government Act, 1993 IT IS RECOMMENDED that the Committee resolve under the terms of Section 10A(2)(c) of the Local Government Act, 1993 that the press and the public be excluded from that part of the Finance Committee Meeting at which this matter relating to property at No. 453 Forest Road,Penshurst is considered for the reason that the matter relates to property transactions where disclosure of the information would confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom Council is conducting business which could be detrimental to Council's financial position in the matter and therefore not in the public interest. That in accordance with the provisions of Section 11(2) of the Local Government Act, 1993, the reports and correspondence relating to this matter be withheld from the press and the public.
IT IS FURTHER RECOMMENDED that the matter be referred to the Council for consideration in Committee of the Whole.
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03.24 LEGAL MATTERS INVOLVING COURT ACTION (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
- The Council, at its meeting on 14 December 1994, resolved that a record of progress of all legal matters involving court action, either awaiting to be commenced or in progress, be maintained by Divisional Managers and that a summary of that record be submitted to each Council meeting by the Divisional Manager - Community & Corporate Services.
In accordance with Council's decision, the following report is submitted for the information of Members on the basis of information received from the relevant officers of Council.
| Date Action Commenced | Description | Court | Date of Hearing |
| 23/6/97 | Appeal against refusal to grant development consent for a brothel at 136 Forest Road, Hurstville - DA 248/96 | Land & Environment | Appeal dismissed. A Class 4 proceedings had been commenced and Court has ordered defendant to close the business by 31/1/99. |
| 23/6/97 | Appeal against refusal to grant development consent for a brothel at Suite 4, 130 Forest Road, Hurstville. DA 570/95 and DA 256/97 | Land & Environment | Appeal on DA 570/95 dismissed. Further DA 256/97 refused by Council. A Class 4 proceedings has been commenced seeking a Court Order on the continued use. Brothel was closed down in October. |
| 7/11/97 | Appeal against deemed refusal to grant consent for a muscular therapy clinic at 327a Belmore Road, Riverwood., DA 294/94 | Land & Environment | Matter heard on 23-24/2/97 and decision handed down on 7th May, 1998. Appeal upheld. Class 4 action commenced in the Court to restrain the illegal use of these premises as a brothel. |
| 29/1/98 | Appeal against refusal to grant development consent for an adult bookshop at 241 Forest Road, Hurstville. DA 180/94 | Land & Environment | Matter heard on 20th and 21/4/98 and appeal upheld by the Court subject to conditions. Appellant has lodged an appeal to the Court against the conditions. On 13/8/98 the Court approved variations of conditions. |
| 10/2/98 | Appeal against refusal to grant development consent for a 3 storey commercial/residential building at 91 Mulga Road, Oatley. DA 249/97 | Land & Environment | Matter heard on 27th and 28/5/98 and appeal upheld. Council has lodged an appeal on the Court's decision. Matter heard 3/8/98 on Council's appeal dismissed. Application approved. Applicant has now lodged an application to the Court to modify the approval and it is listed for Hearing on 21 & 22 January, 1999. |
| 5/8/98 | Appeal against refusal to grand development consent for a 3-storey commercial and 9 residential unit building at 90 Gloucester Road, Hurstville. DA76/98.ille. BA 293/908 and BA301/98. | Land & Environment | Section 34 Conference held on site on 29th October, 1998. Appeal upheld subject to 3 additional conditions to address overloading and privacy issues. |
| 7/8/98 | Class 3 Action by Telstra and Optus against Council issuing a Section 611 Charge. | Land & Environment | Listed for mention in Land & Environment Court on 24th November, 1998. |
| 13/8/98 | Appeal against refusal to grant development consent for a subdivision to create 12 lots at 37045 Woodlands Avenue, Lugarno. S.24/98 | Land & Environment | Matter set down for hearing on 18-20 November, 1998 but discontinued by onsent. |
| 17/8/98 | Appeal against refusal to grant development consent for a tavern at 227-231 Forest Road, Hurstville. DA 90/98 | Land & Environment | Matter set down for hearing on 7-9 December, 1998. The Council has retained Senior Counsel for this case. |
| 30/9/98 | Appeal (Class 1) against deemed refusal to grant modifications to development consent 94/93 for a multi-storey commercial / residential building as approved on 8/12/93 for the Supercentre, 225H Forest Road, Hurstville. | Lane & Environment | Matter mentioned at call over on 6/10/98 and set down for hearing on 23-25/11/98. |
| 30/9/98 | Class 4 appeal to restrain Council from applying a condition for a pedestrian link in development for the Supercentre, 225H Forest Road, Hurstville. | Land & Environment | Matter mentioned at call over on 6/10/98 and adjourned to a further call over on 2/12/98. |
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION NO: .24 CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
. Recommendation LEGAL MATTERS INVOLVING COURT ACTION (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the report be received and noted.
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03.25 QUESTIONS IN WRITING (C/00072) (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
- There are no Questions in Writing from Councillors which have not been answered or dealt with at this point in time.
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION NO: .25 CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
. Recommendation QUESTIONS IN WRITING (C/00072) (Report by Administrative Officer, Mr T Hopwood)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT the information be received and noted.
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03.26 ROTARY CLUB OF HURSTVILLE - SALE OF CHRISTMAS TREES (C/00021) (Report by Manager - Corporate Services, Mr W Park)
- The following letter dated 30th October, 1998 has been received from the Rotary Club of Hurstville seeking approval to sell Christmas Trees from Diment Way.
- "The Rotary Club of Hurstville is this year endeavouring to initiate a new project to raise money for local charities. The project will consist of selling Christmas Trees.
We are desirous of using part of Diment Way, Hurstville over the two weekends prior to Christmas. This would be our sales and distribution point.
With this object in view we sought the permission of the traders in Diment Way by means of the enclosed letter. We offer the signed authorisation enclosed with the letter as proof of that permission. Most of the traders are in fact very enthusiastic about the project because they realise it will bring additional business to the area.
Our intention is to display various sized trees along the blank wall of the O.K Store, one larger tree mounted on a trailer at the Forest Road end may be used as a wish tag tree by The Salvation Army. Delivery of trees to vehicles would be conducted from the Crofts Avenue end.
We seek permission from Council to conduct this project on the weekends 12th and 13th December and 19th and 20th December. We undertake to conduct the sale in an orderly manner without hindrance to pedestrian and to clean up any mess each night.
We would be very grateful if Council would grant this permission and it would be very helpful if we could also reserve the first parking space in Crofts Avenue next to the hairdresser.
Our Club looks forward to a favourable reply."
The Manager - Traffic & Transport has advised that the traders have no objection to the project however the letter of consent from the traders was not enclosed with the letter of application.
There is no other request for the use of Diment Way on the dates requested.
Council has a policy of allowing Diment Way to be used by Charitable Organisations for fund raising activities and in view of the worthy nature of this request, the following recommendation is submitted for consideration.
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION NO: .26 CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
. Recommendation ROTARY CLUB OF HURSTVILLE - SALE OF CHRISTMAS TREES (C/00021) (Report by Manager - Corporate Services, Mr W Park)
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT approval be granted to the Rotary Club of Hurstville to sell Christmas Trees from Diment Way on 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th December, 1998 subject to the following conditions:
(1) Christmas Trees may only be sold in Diment Way between Crofts Avenue and Hurstville Boulevard, Forest Road, Hurstville on the days approved in daylight hours.
(2) No other merchandise or articles to be sold.
(3) The trees and any other articles be so placed that the minimum inconvenience be occasioned to pedestrian traffic.
(4) No paper, litter, tree cuttings or other associated articles be allowed to remain on the ground at the conclusion of each days sales.
(5) The use of a PA system be permitted subject to such use not being so objectionably loud as to disturb the passing public and shop owners.
(6) Access to Diment Way be from Crofts Avenue for the setting up of the display and sale area.
(7) Public pick up of trees being restricted to Crofts Avenue with no double parking of vehicles allowed nor the blocking of through traffic in Crofts Avenue.
(8) Provision of a $10 million Public Liability cover with such to be sighted by the Council's Manager - Corporate Services prior to 12th December, 1998.
(9) Submission of a letter from the traders within Diment Way raising no objection to the proposal.
(10) The letter of approval to be available on the day for inspection by authorised persons, if required.
(11) That at all times your members / agents must act in accordance with the Charitable Fundraising Act, 1st September, 1993.
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03.27 LOT IN 65 IN STRATA PLAN FOR 22-27 MACMAHON STREET, HURSTVILLE - CLASSIFICATION AS "OPERATIONAL LAND"
- Members will recall that at the Meeting of Council held on 23rd September, 1998 consideration was given to a report regarding the acquisition by Council of Lot 65 within the development at No. 23-27 MacMahon Street, Hurstville. This is located in the commercial area on the ground floor of the Arcade which reaches from MacMahon Street to Woodville Street, Hurstville, and is being acquired as part of a previous agreement reached with the developer of this property.
In the abovementioned report it was indicated that an appropriate advertisement, as required under the Act, would be inserted giving notice of Council's intention to classify the area in question as "Operational Land" upon its acquisition by Council and that a further report would be submitted to Council in regard to this matter at the appropriate time.
As advised, an appropriate advertisement regarding the classification of this Lot as "Operational Land" was inserted in the St. George & Sutherland Shire Leader on 22nd September, 1998 and, as a result of this advertisement, no submissions were received by Council in regard to this proposal within the required period.
As Council has now advertised its intention to classify this Lot as "Operational Land" and Contracts for the acquisition will have been exchanged by the time of the Council Meeting, it is now appropriate for Council to formally resolve to classify the Lot as "Operational Land" and accordingly the following recommendation is submitted for Councils consideration.
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION NO: .27 CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES |
. Recommendation LOT IN 65 IN STRATA PLAN FOR 22-27 MACMAHON STREET, HURSTVILLE - CLASSIFICATION AS "OPERATIONAL LAND"
RECOMMENDATION
- THAT having undertaken the advertising requirements of Section 34 of the Local Government Act 1993 and advising of Council's intention to do so that the Council now classify as "Operational Land" Lot 65 in the proposed Strata Plan of Sub-Division of Lot 88 DP864067 being part of the property at Nos. 23-27 MacMahon Street, Hurstville.
* * * * * * *
Yours faithfully,
P. J. Jackson
Divisional Manager - Community
& Corporate Services.
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.96 APPENDIX "A" - STATEMENT OF HIRINGS FOR ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE
HURSTVILLE ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE
STATEMENT OF HIRINGS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 1998
| DATE | HALL | FUNCTION | HIRER |
| Thursday 1 | CIVIC | Auction | Nationwide Realty |
| KANYANA | Seminar | Philco Premier Properties |
| KANYANA | Seminar | NRMA |
| Friday 2 | KANYANA | Seminar | NRMA |
| Saturday 3 | MARANA | Wedding | Cosmos Catering |
| Sunday 4 | MARANA | Wedding | B & R Catering |
| Monday 5 | CIVIC | Movies | Sitham |
| Tuesday 6 | KANYANA | Seminar | MEI Globalnet |
| Wednesday 7 | WANDARRAH | Meeting | National Safety Council of Australia |
| Thursday 8 | CIVIC | Auction | Century 21 |
| KANYANA | Seminar | Child Support Agency |
| WANDARRAH | Seminar | National Safety Council of Australia |
| Saturday 10 | CIVIC | Movie | Zac Yari |
| KANYANA/ WANDARRA | Wedding | George Hourani |
| Sunday 11 | CIVIC | Movie | Zac Yari |
| Tuesday 13 | CIVIC | Seminar | Global Dreams |
| KANYANA | Meeting | Long Homes |
| Wednesday 14 | KANYANA | Meeting | Centrelink |
| WANDARRAH | Seminar | National Safety Council of Australia |
| Thursday 15 | CIVIC | Auction | Nationwide Realty |
| KANYANA | Seminar | National Safety Council of Australia |
| Friday 16 | CIVIC | Movies | Rajiv |
| Saturday 17 | MARANA | Cabaret | Pelopidas |
| KANYANA/ WANDARRAH | Party | Pelopidas |
| CIVIC | Movie | Rajiv |
| Sunday 18 | MARANA | Ball | Craig Wilson |
| CIVIC | Movie | Sitham |
| Monday 19 | CIVIC | Movie | Sitham |
| Monday 19 | KANYANA | Meeting | Long Homes |
| Tuesday 20 | KANYANA | Meeting | Centrelink |
| CIVIC | Movie | Sitham |
| CIVIC | Meeting | Rail Services Authority |
| Wednesday 21 | CIVIC | Meeting | Asset Management |
| KANYANA | Meeting | Centrelink |
| Thursday 22 | CIVIC | Auction | L J Hooker |
| KANYANA | Meeting | Centrelink |
| Friday 23 | CIVIC | Movie | Rajiv |
| Saturday 24 | MARANA | Cabaret | Cosmos Catering |
| CIVIC | Meeting | Global Dreams |
| Sunday 25 | MARANA | Seminar | Diamond Focus |
| CIVIC | Movie | Rajiv |
| Tuesday 27 | CIVIC | Seminar | Global Dreams |
| KANYANA | Seminar | Professional Group Resources |
| Wednesday 28 | KANYANA/ WANDARRAH | Seminar | NRMA |
| Saturday 31 | MARANA | Wedding | Pelopidas |
| CIVIC | Movie | Rajiv |
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL REPORT ITEM NO: . Appendix for Corporate and Community Services |
.97 APPENDIX "B" - CONCESSIONAL RENTALS
DETAILS OF CONCESSIONAL RENTAL
CIVIC CENTRE AND FACILITIES
1ST JULY, 1998 TO 31ST OCTOBER, 1998
ORGANISATION | DATE OF BOOKING AND VENUE | NORMAL RENTAL | BASIS OF CHARGE APPROVED BY COUNCIL | APPROX RENTAL TO BE PAID | RENTAL FORGONE |
| LAMROCK COMMITTEE | 4.7.98 MARANA | $875.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $875.00 |
| HURSTVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | 7.7.98 WANDARRAH | $63.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $63.00 |
| BLOOD BANK | 21.7.98 MARANA | $550.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $550.00 |
| BLOOD BANK | 22.7.98 MARANA | $550.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $550.00 |
| AGED PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION | 23.7.98 MARANA | $550.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $550.00 |
| MESSTA | 24.7.98 MARANA | $550.00 | COSTS + 10% | $174.00 | $376.00 |
| HURSTVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | 4.8.98 WANDARRAH | $63.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $63.00 |
| AGED PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION | 6.8.98 MARANA | $550.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $550.00 |
| SHOP FRONT THEATRE | 12.8.98 CIVIC THEATRE | $200.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $200.00 |
| N.S.W. ORCHID SOCIETY | 14.8.98 MARANA | $1,745.00 | COST + 10% | $363.33 | $1,381.66 |
| N.S.W. ORCHID SOCIETY | 15.8.98 MARANA | $1,745.00 | COST + 10% | $363.33 | $1,381.66 |
| N.S.W. ORCHID SOCIETY | 16.8.98 MARANA | $1,745.00 | COST + 10% | $363.33 | $1,381.66 |
| ST. GEORGE COMMUNITY CENTRE | 18.8.98 KANYANA | $96.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $96.00 |
| AGED PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION | 20.8.98 MARANA | $550.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $550.00 |
| PAPUA NEW GUINEA FUNDRAISING NIGHT | 21.8.98 MARANA | $955.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $955.00 |
| HURSTVILLE LIGHT OPERA | 30.8.98 MARANA | $885.00 | COST + 10% | $266.00 | $619.00 |
| HURSTVILLE LIGHT OPERA | 31.8.98 MARANA | $885.00 | COST + 10% | $266.00 | $619.00 |
| HURSTVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | 1.9.98 WANDARRAH | $63.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $63.00 |
| HURSTVILLE LIGHT OPERA | 2.9.98 MARANA | $885.00 | COST + 10% | $276.00 | $609.00 |
| AGED PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION | 3.9.98 MARANA | $550.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $550.00 |
| HURSTVILLE LIGHT OPERA | 4.9.98 MARANA | $885.00 | COST + 10% | $276.00 | $609.00 |
| HURSTVILLE LIGHT OPERA | 5.9.98 MARANA | $885.00 | COST + 10% | $276.00 | $609.00 |
| ST. GEORGE EISTEDDFOD | 9.9.98 MARANA | $550.00 | COST + 10% | $95.00 | $455.00 |
| HARMONLODIES CANTONESE OPERA STUDIO | 13.9.98 CIVIC | $490.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $490.00 |
| MESSTA | 15.9.98 MARANA | $550.00 | COST + 10% | $180.50 | $369.50 |
| AGED PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION | 17.9.98 MARANA | $550.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $550.00 |
| ST URSULA'S COLLEGE KINGSGROVE | 24.9.98 MARANA | $550.00 | COST + 10% | $244.00 | $306.00 |
| BLOOD BANK | 6.10.98 MARANA | $550.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $550.00 |
| BLOOD BANK | 7.10.98 MARANA | $550.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $550.00 |
| HURSTVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | 6.10.98 WANDARRAH | $63.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $63.00 |
| SOUTHERN SYDNEY THERAPY CENTRE | 13.10.98 KANYANA | $288.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $288.00 |
| AGED PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION | 15.10.98 CIVIC | $180.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $180.00 |
| BETHANY COLLEGE | 15.10.98 MARANA | $680.00 | COSTS + 10% | $517.00 | $163.00 |
| CYCLE CLASSIC COMMONWEALTH CLASSIC | 16.10.98 MARANA | $875.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $875.00 |
| AGED PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION | 29.10.98 MARANA | $550.00 | NO CHARGE | 0.00 | $550.00 |
| TOTAL | | $22,271.00 | | $3660.50 | $18,590.00 |
| HURSTVILLE CITY COUNCIL REPORT ITEM NO: . Appendix for Corporate and Community Services |
.98 APPENDIX "C" - REMINDERS
| Wednesday | 18th Nov | 7.00pm. | Policy Review, Forward Planning & Staff Committee Meeting |
| Thursday | 19th Nov | 6.00pm | Hurstville CBD Traffic Study, 2nd Round Resident Consultation, Kanyana Room |
| Saturday | 21st Nov | 8.30am - 12.30pm | Informal Meeting re: Survey, Council Chamber Foyer |
| Monday | 23rd Nov | 6.30pm | Road Safety Program - Schools Presentation and Cauldron Arts, Civic Theatre |
| Tuesday | 24th Nov | 6.30pm | Special Council Meeting to commemorate 10 years as a City followed by Dinner |
| Tuesday | 24th Nov | 7.30pm | Hurstville Light Opera Company |
| Wednesday | 25th Nov | 8.00pm | Ordinary Meeting of Council (Committees 7.00pm) |
| Thursday | 26th Nov | 12.15pm - 3.00pm | Sennan Public Management and Labourers' Council (Japan) visit. Lunch and Business Presentation - Councillors' Suite |
| Thursday | 26th Nov | 6.00pm | SSROC Annual General Meeting and Ordinary Meeting at City of Botany Bay |
| Friday | 27th Nov | 11.00am for 12noon | Hurstville City Council Mayor's Corporate Golf Day |
| Friday | 27th Nov | 7.00pm for 7.30pm | Staff Christmas Party, Conca D'Oro, Riverwood |
| Monday | 30th Nov | | Rate Instalment due - Cashier open until 7.00pm |
| Monday | 30th Nov | 7.00pm | Heritage Public Meeting, Civic Theatre |
| Tuesday | 1st Dec | 6.00pm | Melvin Street DCP - Public Meeting, Civic Theatre |
| Wednesday | 2nd Dec | 6.00pm | Law & Order Committee Meeting |
| Thursday | 3rd Dec | 9.00am | Traffic Advisory Committee |
| Tuesday | 8th Dec | 10.30am | Senior Citizens' Centre Management Committee |
| Tuesday | 8th Dec | 6.30pm | Focus on St George Committee Meeting |
| Tuesday | 8th Dec | 7.30pm | Pole Depot Neighbourhood Centre Management Committee |
| Wednesday | 9th Dec | 7.00pm | Hurstville Traffic Study - Presentation by Jacana Consultants |
| Friday | 11th Dec | 7.30pm for 8.00pm | Mayor's Christmas Dinner - Fanari Restaurant |
| Sunday | 13th Dec | 7.15 pm for 7.45pm | Carols By Candlelight, Hurstville Oval |
| Monday | 14th Dec | 5.30pm - 8.00pm | Mayor's Cocktail Party and Christmas Drinks, Councillors' Suite |
| Tuesday | 15th Dec | 12.30pm | St George Community Service Inc |
| Tuesday | 15th Dec | 7.30pm | Peakhurst West Pool Co-Op Management Committee |
| Wednesday | 16th Dec. | 8.00pm | Ordinary Meeting of Council (Committees 7.00pm) |
| Monday | 21st Dec | 6.00pm | Lugarno Lions Carols by Candlelight, Evatt Park |
| Monday to Tuesday | 21st Dec to 26th Jan (incl) | | SCHOOL HOLIDAYS |
| Friday | 25th Dec | | CHRISTMAS DAY |
| Saturday | 26th Dec | | BOXING DAY |