{"help": "https://discover.data.vic.gov.au/en_AU/api/3/action/help_show?name=datastore_search", "success": true, "result": {"include_total": true, "limit": 100, "records_format": "objects", "resource_id": "f9d79304-b061-55cc-9688-a7b34b4216c2", "total_estimation_threshold": null, "records": [{"_id":1,"resolution_number":"R121/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"5. Confirmation Of Minutes","resolution_description":"That the minutes of the Council Meeting on 24 June 2026 as circulated be confirmed.\n2. That the minutes of the City Partnerships Delegated Committee meeting held on 17 June 2026 as circulated be confirmed and are authorised for public release.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":2,"resolution_number":"R122/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"Condolence Motion","resolution_description":"That Council move a condolence motion for Ron Harrington.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":3,"resolution_number":"R125/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"8.1 Chief Executive Officer Report","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive and note the CEO’s Operational Report.","responsible_officer":"Evan King","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":4,"resolution_number":"R128/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.1 Family Day Care Service Review","resolution_description":"That Council:\nContinue to provide the City of Ballarat Family Day Care Scheme until 30 September 2029; and\nUndertake a further review prior to 30 September 2029.","responsible_officer":"Matthew Wilson","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":5,"resolution_number":"R134/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.5 Contract 25/26-414 Line Marking Services","resolution_description":"That Council:\nResolves to enter into Contract Number 25/26-414 for Line Marking Services with Supalux Linemarking Pty Ltd for their tendered schedule of rates for a contract term of three (3) years with one (1) x three (3) year extension\nNote the estimated spend over the full possible life of the contract is $2,261,258.79 excluding GST.\nAuthorises the Chief Executive Officer to:\na. Finalise the terms of Contract Number 25/26-414 with Supalux Linemarking Pty Ltd, provided that those contract terms are consistent with this Resolution; and\nb. Execute Contract Number 25/26-414 on behalf of Council.","responsible_officer":"Luke Ives","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Damon Saunders","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":6,"resolution_number":"R136/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.7 Road Discontinuance","resolution_description":"That Council:\nGive public notice in accordance with section 206 and Clause 3 of Schedule 10 of the Local Government Act 1989 its intent to discontinue three separate portions of road reserve in Monet Court and Chalon Court, Delacombe as detailed in attachment 2.\nPublish notice of Council’s intention to discontinue these portions of road and provide a period of not less than 28 days for submissions to be made under section 223 of the Local Government Act 1989.","responsible_officer":"Nick Venville","moved":"Cr Jay Morrison","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":7,"resolution_number":"R140/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.11 S11A Instrument of Appointment and Authorisation","resolution_description":"That Council:\nIn the exercise of the powers conferred by section 147(4) of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, resolves that:\na. The member of Council staff referred to in the instrument titled S11A Instrument of Delegation attached be appointed and authorised as set out in the instrument.\nb. The instrument comes into force immediately upon being signed by Council’s Chief Executive Officer and remains in force until Council determines to vary or revoke it.","responsible_officer":"Lyndsay Leingang","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":8,"resolution_number":"R143/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"10.1 Notice of Motion - Cr Saunders","resolution_description":"That Council:\n4.1 Request a briefing to Councillors on options for changing the Governance Rules 2024 related to the process of the election of Mayor and Deputy Mayor including any legislative impacts from the proposed Local Government Legislation Amendment (Stronger Communities) Bill 2026 and a report back to Council in 2 meeting cycles","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Tracey Hargreaves","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":9,"resolution_number":"R123/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That Council extends public question time in accordance with section 3.7.1 of the City of Ballarat Governance Rules.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":10,"resolution_number":"R124/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"7.1 Petition - BALC 50 Metre Pool","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote the petition be received; and\nRefer the petition to the Chief Executive Officer for consideration and response.","responsible_officer":"Sophie Brown","moved":"Cr Jay Morrison","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":11,"resolution_number":"R131/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.2 Corporate Emissions Plan 2026-2029","resolution_description":"That Council:\nEndorse the attached City of Ballarat Corporate Emissions Plan 2026-2029, which supersedes the Carbon Neutrality and 100% Renewables Action Plan 2019-2025 adopted by Council on 3 April 2019 (R82/19).\nRescind the Energy Efficient Public Lighting Policy adopted by Council on 9 December 2009 (R409/09).","responsible_officer":"Ching Tiong Tan","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":12,"resolution_number":"R133/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.4 Asset Protection Policy","resolution_description":"That Council:\nAdopts the attached Asset Protection Policy; and\nAuthorises the Chief Executive Officer to implement the applicable fee structures, with the policy to apply to all relevant building and construction activities from the date of adoption","responsible_officer":"Justin Hinch","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":13,"resolution_number":"R135/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.6 Sustainable Tourism Indicators Research","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote the Sustainable Tourism Indicators Report","responsible_officer":"Madeleine Sawyer","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":14,"resolution_number":"R139/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.10 Contracts Approval Delegated Committee Minutes","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote, in accordance with section 66 of the Local Government Act 2020, that the material contained in the Contracts Approval Delegated Committee agenda has been designated confidential.\nReceive the Contracts Approval Delegated Committee minutes of the meetings held on 3 and 17 June 2026.","responsible_officer":"Lorraine Sendall","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":15,"resolution_number":"R144/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"11.1 Reports from Committees","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive the records of meetings held under the auspices of Council for noting, from Council’s advisory committees and stakeholder reference groups that met throughout June 2026.","responsible_officer":"Sophie Brown","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":16,"resolution_number":"R120/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"2. Apologies for Absence","resolution_description":"Cr Tess Morgan requests that a leave of absence be granted for 3 August 2026 to 3 September 2026.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":17,"resolution_number":"R126/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That Council suspend standing orders at 7.55pm.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":18,"resolution_number":"R127/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That Council resume standing orders at 7.59pm.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":19,"resolution_number":"R129/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.1 Family Day Care Service Review","resolution_description":"That Council:\nContinue to provide the City of Ballarat Family Day Care Scheme until 30 September 2029; and\nUndertake a further review prior to 30 September 2029","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":20,"resolution_number":"R130/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That Council adjourn at 8.36pm for a comfort break.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Tracey Hargreaves","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":21,"resolution_number":"R132/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.3 Gambling Harm Policy","resolution_description":"That Council:\nAdopt the attached Gambling Harm Prevention Policy which supersedes the Gambling Harm Minimisation Policy adopted by Council on 27 April 2022 (R54/22).","responsible_officer":"Hayley Cain","moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":22,"resolution_number":"R137/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.8 Ainaro Community Development Action Plan - Year 2 Implementation","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote and receive the Ainaro Community Development Action Plan Implementation Outcomes Report for Year 2.","responsible_officer":"Suzannah Burton","moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":23,"resolution_number":"R138/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.9 S5 Instrument of Delegation","resolution_description":"That Council, in the exercise of the power conferred by s 11(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2020 (the Act), resolves that:\nThere be delegated to the person holding the position or acting in or performing the duties of Chief Executive Officer the powers, duties and functions set out in the attached Instrument of Delegation to the Chief Executive Officer, subject to the conditions and limitations specified in that Instrument.\nThe instrument comes into force immediately upon this resolution being made and is to be signed by the Council’s Chief Executive Officer and the Mayor.\nOn the coming into force of the instrument, all previous delegations to the Chief Executive Officer are revoked.\nThe duties and functions set out in the instrument must be performed, and the powers set out in the instruments must be executed, in accordance with any guidelines or policies of Council that it may from time to time adopt.","responsible_officer":"Rosie Wright","moved":"Cr Jay Morrison","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":24,"resolution_number":"R141/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"9.12 Outstanding Question Time Items","resolution_description":"That Council:\nEndorse the Outstanding Question Time Report.","responsible_officer":"Sarah Anstis","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":25,"resolution_number":"R142/26","meeting_date":"2026-07-22","topic":"10.1 Notice of Motion - Cr Saunders","resolution_description":"That Council:\n4.1 Request a briefing to Councillors on options for changing the Governance Rules 2024 related to the process of the election of Mayor and Deputy Mayor including any legislative impacts from the proposed Local Government Legislation Amendment (Stronger Communities) Bill 2026 and a report back to Council in 2 meeting cycles","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Tracey Hargreaves","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":26,"resolution_number":"R100/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"5. Confirmation Of Minutes","resolution_description":"That the Minutes of the Council Meeting on 27 May 2026 as circulated be confirmed.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":27,"resolution_number":"R104/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That Council adjourn at 7:53pm for a comfort break.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":28,"resolution_number":"R105/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.2 Annual Action Plan 2026-27","resolution_description":"That Council:\nEndorse the 2026/27 Annual Action Plan.\nNote that updates on the progress of delivery of the 2026/27 Annual Action Plan will be provided on a quarterly basis.","responsible_officer":"Michael Riseley","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":29,"resolution_number":"R106/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.3 Community Satisfaction Survey","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive and note the attached 2026 Community Satisfaction Survey results; and\nNote that the 2026 Survey Report will be placed on Council's website for public viewing.","responsible_officer":"Michael Riseley","moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":30,"resolution_number":"R111/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.8 Ring Road Discontinuance","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote the community feedback received;\nEndorse the closure of Ring Road at the rail level crossing; and\nFinalise the statutory process to discontinue the road in accordance with section 206 and clause 3 of Schedule 10 of the Local Government Act 1989 with the publication of a notice in the Victorian Government Gazette.","responsible_officer":"Nick Venville","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":31,"resolution_number":"R112/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.9 S11A Instrument of Appointment and Authorisation","resolution_description":"That Council:\nIn the exercise of the powers conferred by section 147(4) of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, resolves that:\na. The members of Council staff referred to in the instrument titled S11A Instrument of Delegation attached be appointed and authorised as set out in the instrument. \nb. The instrument comes into force immediately upon being signed by Council’s Chief Executive Officer and remains in force until Council determines to vary or revoke it.","responsible_officer":"Lyndsay Leingang","moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":32,"resolution_number":"R101/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"Condolence Motion","resolution_description":"That Council move a condolence motion for EJ \"Jack\" Barker OAM.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Jay Morrison","seconded":"Cr Damon Saunders","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":33,"resolution_number":"R102/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"8.1 Chief Executive Officer Report","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive and note the CEO's Operational Report.","responsible_officer":"Evan King","moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":34,"resolution_number":"R107/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.4 Graffiti and Vandalism Policy","resolution_description":"That Council:\nAdopt the attached Graffiti and Vandalism Policy","responsible_officer":"Michael Hynes","moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":35,"resolution_number":"R108/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.5 Tender 25/26-62 Glenelg Highway Bike Path","resolution_description":"That Council:\nResolve to enter into Contract Number 25/26-62 for the provision of Glenelg Highway Bike Path Construction with Central Vic Civil Pty Ltd for the total tendered price of $4,133,295.13 (excluding GST).\nAuthorises the Chief Executive Officer to:\na. finalise the terms of Contract Number 25/26-62 with Central Vic Civil Pty Ltd, provided that those contract terms are consistent with this Resolution; and  \nb. execute Contract Number 25/26-62 on behalf of Council.","responsible_officer":"James Guy","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":36,"resolution_number":"R114/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.11 Contracts Approval Delegated Committee Minutes","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote, in accordance with section 66 of the Local Government Act 2020, that the material contained in the Contracts Approval Delegated Committee agenda has been designated confidential.\nReceive the Contracts Approval Delegated Committee minutes of the meeting held on 25 March 2026.","responsible_officer":"Lorraine Sendall","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":37,"resolution_number":"R116/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"11.1 Reports from Committees","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive the records of meetings held under the auspices of Council for noting, from Council’s advisory committees and stakeholder reference groups that met throughout May 2026.","responsible_officer":"Sophie Brown","moved":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":38,"resolution_number":"R99/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"2.2 Apologies","resolution_description":"That the apology be accepted.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":39,"resolution_number":"R103/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.1 Adoption of 2026/27 Budget","resolution_description":"That Council:\nAdopts the attached 2026/27 Annual Budget, in accordance with the Local Government Act 2020 (the Act) and relevant regulations.\nAcknowledge and thank the community for their participation in and contribution to the integrated strategic planning process which supported the development of the 2026/27 Budget.\nApproves new loan borrowings of up to $11.833 million in accordance with the Budget and authorises the CEO, Director Corporate Services or Executive Manager Financial Services to:\nnegotiate any loan;\napprove the successful loan facility (any two of the above officers); and\nexecute the loan documentation (any two of the above officers).\nNote that the budget includes an inflationary reserve of $1,455,725 that will be held to mitigate the anticipated risk associated with escalating costs during the 2026/27 financial year.  The balance of this reserve will be reported to Council as part of the quarterly budget reporting process. Council will make the determination regarding how this reserve is used by approving expenditure from it.\nDeclares an amount of $172,460,282 (or such greater amount as is lawfully levied as a consequence of this recommendation being adopted) which Council intends to raise by General Rates, Service Charges and Special Rates and Charges for the period 1 July 2026 – 30 June 2027 calculated as follows:\nGeneral Rates $138,421,302;\nService Charges (Environmental Levies) $33,863,983; and\nSpecial Rates and Charges $174,997.\nDeclares the Rates and Charges in accordance with section 4.1.1 of the 2026/27 Annual Budget and Council’s Revenue and Rating Plan 2025-2029 as required under section 94(2)(i) of the Act and section 161(2) of the Local Government Act 1989.\nSet the maximum differential rates as follows:\nType or class of land Rate in the dollar/CIV\nResidential 0.00297314\nBusiness 0.00743285\nFarm 0.00214066\nSet service charges as follows:\nType of charge $\nGeneral waste service charge 450\nRecycling service charge 78\nGlass service charge 25\nFood organics and garden organics service charge 60\nSet the Bridge Mall Special Rate at $0.00396590 per dollar of Capital Improved Value (CIV).\nIn accordance with the provisions of section 171(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 1989, Council will waive $120 of the rates levied for the 2026/27 year on properties where the ratepayer:\nis an eligible recipient within the meaning of the State Concession Act 2004 and has qualified for a waiver under section 171(4) of the Local Government Act 1989; and\nwho lives alone in their own home and is solely responsible for the payment of rates and charges on that property.\nThe objective of this waiver is to provide assistance to pensioners who are the sole ratepayer and are recipients of the pension.\nIn accordance with the provisions of section 171(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 1989, Council will waive $120 of the rates levied for the 2026/27 year on properties where the ratepayer:\nis a holder of a valid Low Income Health Care Card, as issued by Services Australia, at any stage during the 2026/27 financial year; and\nwho lives in their own home.\nThe objective of this waiver is to provide assistance to ratepayers who are likely to be experiencing financial challenges.\nAdopts the Schedule of Fees and Charges as set out in the Budget.\nRequire that any person pay interest, at the rate set by the Minister, on any amounts of rates and charges in accordance with section 172 of the Local Government Act 1989 which:\nThat person is liable to pay;\nHave not been paid by the dates specified for their payment; and\nIs not otherwise waived as part of Council’s Financial Hardship Policy.\nAuthorise the Executive Manager Financial Services to make any changes to the 2026/27 Annual Budget as a result of anything that occurs after the making of this resolution, provided that they are changes of a minor and/or administrative character.","responsible_officer":"Jason Clissold","moved":"Cr Tracey Hargreaves","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":40,"resolution_number":"R109/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.6 Tender 25/26-413 Security Services Panel","resolution_description":"That Council:\nResolves to enter into Contract Number 25/26-413-01 for the provision of General Security Systems Maintenance to Council Facilities with Insight Security Solutions Pty Ltd for the tendered schedule of rates. \nResolves to enter into Contract Number 25/26-413-02 for the provision of Safe City CCTV camera (Asset and system Maintenance) with Sectrol Systems Pty Ltd for scheduled CCTV camera maintenance the Lump Sum tendered price of $24,125 (ex GST) annually plus the tendered schedule of rates.\nResolves to enter into Contract Number 25/26-413-03 for the provision of Security Patrols and Ad-Hoc Security Services with Ballarat Security Operations Pty Ltd trading as D W Security Pty Ltd for Scheduled patrols for the Lump sum tendered price of $216,000.00 (ex GST) annually plus the tendered schedule of rates. \nNote: The Contract Term for each contract is for an initial term of three (3) years with the provision of two (2) x three (3) years extensions. The estimated annual spend across all three (3) contracts spend over the full possible life of the contract is $4,341,458.00 ex GST. \nAuthorises the Chief Executive Officer to: \nfinalise the terms of Contract Number: \na. 25/26-413-01 with Insight Security Solutions Pty Ltd;\nb. 25/26-413-02 with Sectrol Systems Pty Ltd; and \nc. 25/26-413-03 with Ballarat Security Operations Pty Ltd trading as D W Security Pty Ltd; \nprovided that those contract terms are consistent with this Resolution; and \nexecute Contract Numbers 25/26-413-01, 25/26-413-02 and 25/26-413-03 on behalf of Council.","responsible_officer":"Nick Venville","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":41,"resolution_number":"R110/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.7 Naming of Features","resolution_description":"That Council:\nEndorse the following names for the unnamed reserves:\na. Cassowary Way Reserve\nb. Clayton Street Reserve\nc. Coventry Street Reserve\nd. Hocking Avenue Reserve\ne. Paddys Drive Reserve\nf. Bogong Avenue Reserve\ng. Appleford Court Reserve\nRefer the endorsed names to Geographic Names Victoria for registration and gazettal.","responsible_officer":"Maddison Campbell","moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":42,"resolution_number":"R113/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.10 S6 Instrument of Delegation - Members of Staff","resolution_description":"That Council,\nIn the exercise of the powers conferred by the legislation referred to in the attached instrument of delegation, resolves that:\na. There be delegated to the members of Ballarat City Council (Council) staff holding, acting in or performing the duties of the offices or positions referred to in the attached Instrument of Delegation to members of Council staff, the powers, duties and functions set out in that instrument, subject to the conditions and limitations specified in that Instrument.\nb. The instrument comes into force effective upon being signed by the Council’s Chief Executive Officer.\nc. On the coming into force of the instrument, all previous delegations to members of Council staff (other than to the Chief Executive Officer) are revoked.\nd.  The duties and functions set out in the instrument must be performed, and the powers set out in the instruments must be executed, in accordance with any guidelines or policies of Council that it may from time to time adopt.","responsible_officer":"Lyndsay Leingang","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":43,"resolution_number":"R115/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"9.12 Outstanding Question Time Items","resolution_description":"That Council:\nEndorse the outstanding Question Time Report.","responsible_officer":"Sarah Anstis","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":44,"resolution_number":"R117/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"13. Section 66 (In Camera)","resolution_description":"That Council resolve, pursuant to section 66 of the Local Government Act 2020, that the meeting be closed to members of the public at 8:32pm whilst the Council is dealing with the following matters:\n9.5 TENDER 25/26-62 GLENELG HIGHWAY BIKE PATH\n9.6 TENDER 25/26-413 SECURITY SERVICES PANEL\n9.11 CONTRACTS APPROVAL DELEGATED COMMITTEE MINUTES\n13.1 ROAD RESERVE","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":45,"resolution_number":"R119/26","meeting_date":"2026-06-24","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That Council move out of closed Council at 8:34pm and adopt the resolutions made therein.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":46,"resolution_number":"R78/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"5. Confirmation Of Minutes","resolution_description":"1. The updated minutes of the Council meeting held of 25 February 2026 as circulated be confirmed; and\n2. The minutes of the Council meeting held on 22 April 2026 Council meeting as circulated be confirmed.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":47,"resolution_number":"R82/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"9.1 Quarterly Performance Report - 31 March 2026","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive the Quarterly Financial Management Report – Period Ending 31 March 2026 and note the financial matters contained within the report.\nEndorse the 2025/26 Quarter 3 Budget Review adjustments.\nNote the $23.1 million in borrowing approved in the 2025/26 Budget and deferred from the December quarter will be undertaken in the last quarter of 2025/26.\nReceive the Council Plan 2025-2029 – Annual Action Plan 2025/26 Quarter 3 Progress Report.\nReceive the City of Ballarat metrics – March 2026.\nReceive the Council resolution status report – March 2026.","responsible_officer":"Jason Clissold","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Ben Taylor","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":48,"resolution_number":"R84/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That Council adjourn at 7:59pm for a comfort break.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Ben Taylor","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":49,"resolution_number":"R86/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"9.4 Tender 24/25-73 - Brown Hill Kindergarten Expansion / Upgrade","resolution_description":"That Council:\nResolves to enter into Contract Number 24/25-73 for the provision of Brown Hill Kindergarten Expansion/Upgrade with Simbuilt Pty Ltd for the total tendered price of $2,149,010.00 (ex GST).\nAuthorises the Chief Executive Officer to:\na. Finalise the terms of Contract Number 24/25-73 with Simbuilt Pty Ltd, provided that those contract terms are consistent with this Resolution; and\nb. Execute Contract Number 24/25-73 Brown Hill Kindergarten Expansion/Upgrade on behalf of Council.","responsible_officer":"Jock Maule","moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":50,"resolution_number":"R88/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"9.6 Central Highlands Resilient Agriculture Report","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote the report.\nNote the actions being undertaken to support the recommendations outlined in the report.","responsible_officer":"Pete Quon","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":51,"resolution_number":"R98/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That Council move out of closed Council at 9:40pm and adopt the resolutions made therein.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Ben Taylor","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":52,"resolution_number":"R79/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"Condolence Motion","resolution_description":"That Council move a condolence motion for Hon. Robert Knowles OAM","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":53,"resolution_number":"R80/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"7.1 Eureka Street Petition","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote the petition be received; and\nRefer the petition to the Chief Executive Officer for a report to a future Council meeting.","responsible_officer":"Sophie Brown","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":54,"resolution_number":"R85/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"9.3 Tender 25/26-332 - Vet Services","resolution_description":"That Council:\nResolves to enter into Contract Number 25/26-332 for the provision of Veterinary Services with Jahaps Pty Ltd T/as Ballarat Pet and Farm Vet for the tendered schedule of rates.\nThe Contract Term is for three (3) years with additional extension options of two (2) x three (3) year terms.\nNote the estimated spend over the full possible life of the contract is $4,600,018 (ex GST).\nAuthorises the Chief Executive Officer to:\na. finalise the terms of Contract Number 25/26-332 with Jahaps Pty Ltd t/as Ballarat Pet and Farm Vet, provided that those contract terms are consistent with this Resolution; and\nb. execute Contract Number 25/26-332 – Vet Services on behalf of Council.","responsible_officer":"Brenda Carey","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":55,"resolution_number":"R89/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"9.7 Creative City Implementation Report 2024/25","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceives and notes the 2024/25 Creative City Report Card, which reports on implementation of the Creative City Strategy and Masterplan.","responsible_officer":"Tara Poole","moved":"Cr Jay Morrison","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":56,"resolution_number":"R90/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"9.8 S6 Instrument of Delegation - Members of Staff","resolution_description":"That Council,\nIn the exercise of the powers conferred by the legislation referred to in the attached instrument of delegation, resolves that:\na. There be delegated to the members of Ballarat City Council (Council) staff holding, acting in or performing the duties of the offices or positions referred to in the attached Instrument of Delegation to members of Council staff, the powers, duties and functions set out in that instrument, subject to the conditions and limitations specified in that Instrument.\nb. The instrument comes into force effective upon being signed by the Council’s Chief Executive Officer.\nc. On the coming into force of the instrument, all previous delegations to members of Council staff (other than to the Chief Executive Officer) are revoked.\nd. The duties and functions set out in the instrument must be performed, and the powers set out in the instruments must be executed, in accordance with any guidelines or policies of Council that it may from time to time adopt.","responsible_officer":"Sarah Anstis","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":57,"resolution_number":"R92/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"10.1 Notice of Motion - Cr Lapkin","resolution_description":"That Council:\nWrite to the Victorian State Premier and Minister for Police conveying an urgent request by Council that the number of police officers assigned to Ballarat be increased at a minimum in proportion to our population growth, which translates into an additional 21 officers, bringing the total to 163; and\nFurther noting the high demand in Ballarat arising from family violence incidents, advocates for increased investment in specialist family violence and sexual assault units as part of a comprehensive approach to addressing family violence, combining prevention, early intervention, specialist response, and accountability for people who use violence.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Damon Saunders","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":58,"resolution_number":"R94/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That Council resume standing orders at 9:29pm.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":59,"resolution_number":"R95/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"11.1 Reports from Committees","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive the records of meetings held under the auspices of Council for noting, from Council’s advisory committees and stakeholder reference groups that met throughout April 2026.","responsible_officer":"Sophie Brown","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":60,"resolution_number":"R96/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"13. Section 66 (In Camera)","resolution_description":"That Council resolve, pursuant to section 66 of the Local Government Act 2020, that the meeting be closed to members of the public at 9:39pm whilst the Council is dealing with the following matters:\n9.2 TENDER 2024/25-090 - ANIMAL SHELTER\n9.3 TENDER 25/26-332 - VET SERVICES\n9.4 TENDER 24/25-73 BROWN HILL KINDERGARTEN EXPANSION/UPGRADE\n9.5 TENDER 25/26-357 MICROSOFT LICENSING AGREEMENT\n13.1 DISPOSAL OF ROAD RESERVE","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Ben Taylor","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":61,"resolution_number":"R81/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"8.1 Chief Executive Officer Report","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive and note the CEO's Operational Report.","responsible_officer":"Evan King","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":62,"resolution_number":"R83/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"9.2 Tender 2024/25-090 - Animal Shelter","resolution_description":"That Council:\nResolves to enter into Contract Number 2024/25-090 for the provision of Ballarat Regional Animal Shelter with H. Troon Pty. Ltd. for the total tendered price of $11,251,775.00 (ex GST).\nAuthorises the Chief Executive Officer to:\na. Finalise the terms of Contract Number 2024/25-090 with H. Troon Pty. Ltd. provided that those contract terms are consistent with this Resolution.\nb. Execute Contract Number 2024/25-090 on behalf of Council.","responsible_officer":"Tim Goddard","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":63,"resolution_number":"R87/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"9.5 Tender 25/26-357 - Microsoft Licensing Agreement","resolution_description":"That Council:\nResolves to enter into Contract Number 25/26-357 for the provision of Microsoft License Agreement with Insight Enterprises Australia Pty Ltd for a period of three (3) years for the tendered schedule of rates.\nNote that the estimated spend across the full possible life of the contract is $3,280,497.79 (ex GST).\nAuthorises the Chief Executive Officer to:\na. Finalise the terms of Contract Number 25/26-73 with Insight Enterprises Australia Pty Ltd, provided that those contract terms are consistent with this Resolution; and\nb. Execute Contract Number 25/26-357 on behalf of Council.","responsible_officer":"Sonny Shah","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Ben Taylor","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":64,"resolution_number":"R91/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"9.9 Outstanding Question Time Items","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote there are no outstanding questions.","responsible_officer":"Sarah Anstis","moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":65,"resolution_number":"R93/26","meeting_date":"2026-05-27","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That Council suspend standing orders at 9:24pm.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":66,"resolution_number":"R57/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"8.1 Chief Executive Officer Report","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive and note the CEO's Operational Report.","responsible_officer":"Evan King","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":67,"resolution_number":"R60/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That standing orders be suspended at 7:26pm to enable confidential questions to be asked.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":68,"resolution_number":"R65/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.6 Heritage Advisory Committee Membership","resolution_description":"That Council:\nAppoint Imogen Clarke as a Community Representative (Youth) to the Heritage Advisory Committee.\nAppoint Sonja Pickering as a Community Representative to the Heritage Advisory Committee.","responsible_officer":"Annabel Neylon","moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":69,"resolution_number":"R66/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.7 Ballarat Airport Stakeholder Reference Group Membership","resolution_description":"That Council:\nAppoint Stuart McClintock and Richard Nicholson as the community representatives on the Ballarat Airport Stakeholder Reference Group, for the term as provided in the relevant Committee Terms of Reference, being until 30 June of the year following the next general local government election in November 2028.\nAppoint Andrew Mackay (representing Field Air Pty Ltd) and Tom Skinner (representing Interair Pty Ltd) as the representatives of Ballarat Airport businesses on the Ballarat Airport Stakeholder Reference Group, for the term as provided in the relevant Committee Terms of Reference, being until 30 June of the year following the next general local government election in November 2028.\nAppoint Alan Penhall (representing Friends of the Anson Aviation Museum) and Anthony Edmonds (representing the Ballarat Aviation Museum) as the representatives of Ballarat Airport community tenants on the Ballarat Airport Stakeholder Reference Group, for the term as provided in the relevant Committee Terms of Reference, being until 30 June of the year following the next general local government election in November 2028.","responsible_officer":"Kelli Moran","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":70,"resolution_number":"R69/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.10 S6 Instrument of Delegation - Members of Staff","resolution_description":"That Council:\nIn the exercise of the powers conferred by the legislation referred to in the attached instrument of delegation, resolves that:\nThere be delegated to the members of Ballarat City Council (Council) staff holding, acting in or performing the duties of the offices or positions referred to in the attached Instrument of Delegation to members of Council staff, the powers, duties and functions set out in that instrument, subject to the conditions and limitations specified in that Instrument.\nThe instrument comes into force effective upon being signed by the Council’s Chief Executive Officer.\nOn the coming into force of the instrument, all previous delegations to members of Council staff (other than to the Chief Executive Officer) are revoked.\nThe duties and functions set out in the instrument must be performed, and the powers set out in the instruments must be executed, in accordance with any guidelines or policies of Council that it may from time to time adopt.","responsible_officer":"Lyndsay Leingang","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":71,"resolution_number":"R70/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.11 Contracts Approval Delegated Committee Minutes","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote, in accordance with section 66 of the Local Government Act 2020, that the material contained in the Contracts Approval Delegated Committee agendas has been designated confidential.\nReceive the Contracts Approval Delegated Committee minutes of the meetings held on 25 February and 11 March 2026.","responsible_officer":"Lorraine Sendall","moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":72,"resolution_number":"R72/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"10.1 Notice of Motion - Cr Lapkin","resolution_description":"That Council:\nRequest Officers prepare a report to a Councillor briefing regarding the Australia Post heritage posting boxes.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":73,"resolution_number":"R74/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"13. Section 66 (In Camera)","resolution_description":"That Council resolve, pursuant to section 66 of the Local Government Act 2020, that the meeting be closed to members of the public at 8.52pm whilst the Council is dealing with the following matters:\n9.1 SURPLUS LAND\n9.3 DEDUCTIBLE GIFT RECIPIENT - HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE\n9.6 HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP\n9.7 BALLARAT AIRPORT STAKEHOLDER REFERENCE GROUP MEMBERSHIP\n9.11 CONTRACTS APPROVAL DELEGATED COMMITTEE MINUTES\n13.1 SERVICE REVIEW\n13.2 CEO ANNUAL REVIEW","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":74,"resolution_number":"R77/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":null,"resolution_description":"That Council move out of closed Council at 8.58pm and adopt the resolutions made therein.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":75,"resolution_number":"R53/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"2.2 Apologies","resolution_description":"That the apology be accepted.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":76,"resolution_number":"R55/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"Condolence Motion","resolution_description":"That Council move a condolence motion for Wernerringabil.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Damon Saunders","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":77,"resolution_number":"R56/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"7.1 Signal Crossing Petition","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote the petition be received; and\nRefer the petition to the Chief Executive Officer for consideration and response.","responsible_officer":"Sophie Brown","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":78,"resolution_number":"R58/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.1 Surplus Land","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote the resolution of Council made on 13 December 2017 (R464/170).\nConfirm its intention to declare the following properties to be surplus to Council's requirements:\n2A Ealing Avenue, Wendouree\n15 Lake View Court, Ballarat North\n102-104 Scott Street, Buninyong\n37 Violet Grove, Wendouree West\n10 Valiant Road, Smythes Creek\n13 Maddern Street, Black Hill\n55 Launchley Drive, Cardigan\n56 Wicklow Drive, Invermay Park\nCommence the statutory process as required by section 114 of the Local Government Act 2020 to dispose of the above properties.","responsible_officer":"Nick Venville","moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":79,"resolution_number":"R63/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.4 Let's Chat Ballarat Community Expo","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive the report.","responsible_officer":"Nicky Davidge","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":80,"resolution_number":"R64/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.5 Customer Service Performance","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote the report providing an update on customer service performance.","responsible_officer":"Michael Riseley","moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":81,"resolution_number":"R54/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"5. Confirmation Of Minutes","resolution_description":"That the Minutes of the Council Meeting on 25 March 2026 as circulated be confirmed.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":82,"resolution_number":"R59/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.2 Sealing of Gravel Roads Policy","resolution_description":"That Council:\nAdopt the attached Sealing of Gravel Roads Policy, which supersedes the Sealing of Gravel Roads Policy adopted by Council on 22 June 2016 (R167/16).","responsible_officer":"Vaughn Notting","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":83,"resolution_number":"R61/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.3 Deductible Gift Recipient - Her Majesty's Theatre","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote the officers report on the changes to the regulations governing deductible gift recipients introduced by the Australian Tax Office.\nApprove Federation University as the recipient of the funds currently held by City of Ballarat Her Majesty's Theatre Ballarat Deductible Gift Recipient bank account.\nAuthorise the Chief Executive Officer to:\nTransfer the funds currently held by City of Ballarat from the Her Majesty's Theatre Ballarat Deductible Gift Recipient account to Federation University.","responsible_officer":"Jeff Johnson","moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":84,"resolution_number":"R62/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"Resolution","resolution_description":"That standing orders be resumed at 7:55pm.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":85,"resolution_number":"R67/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.8 Community Asset Committee Membership","resolution_description":"That Council:\nEndorse the revised membership of the Buninyong Town Hall Community Asset Committee with the resignation of Susan Pilbeam.\nMiranda Donald\nSonya Sutcliffe\nMark Jones\nSharon Develyn\nAdam Turnball\nLeonie Everdeen\nRon Gilchrist\nJohn Clark\nClaire McKenna\nMartine Foerg\nEndorse the revised membership of the Scotsburn Community Hall Community Asset Committee with the passing of Bill Whiteside.\nGraham Shearer\nPhillip Allen\nGabrielle Murphy\nRoland Nam\nCelia Burnham\nDarryl Palmer\nJohn Allen\nThank outgoing Committee member Susan Pilbeam and acknowledge the contribution of Bill Whiteside to his community.","responsible_officer":"Natalie Grero","moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":86,"resolution_number":"R68/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.9 Audit and Risk Committee Biannual Report","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive and note the Audit and Risk Committee Biannual Report for the period 1 July 2025 - 31 December 2025.","responsible_officer":"Julia Pannan","moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Tess Morgan","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":87,"resolution_number":"R71/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"9.12 Outstanding Question Time Items","resolution_description":"That Council:\nEndorse the outstanding Question Time Report.","responsible_officer":"Sarah Anstis","moved":"Cr Tess Morgan","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":88,"resolution_number":"R73/26","meeting_date":"2026-04-22","topic":"11.1 Reports from Committees","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive the records of meetings held under the auspices of Council for noting, from Council’s advisory committees and stakeholder reference groups that met throughout March 2026.\nNote the resignation of Aunty Doreen Abbott from the Koorie Engagement Action Group Advisory Committee from 11 March 2026, and acknowledge her contribution to the Committee.","responsible_officer":"Sophie Brown","moved":"Cr Damon Saunders","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":89,"resolution_number":"R28/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"Condolence Motion","resolution_description":"That Council move a condolence motion for Luigi Bazzani","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":90,"resolution_number":"R29/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"7.1 Mt Helen Intersection","resolution_description":"That Council:\nNote the petition be received; and\nRefer the petition to the Chief Executive Officer for consideration and response.","responsible_officer":"Sarah Anstis","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Samantha McIntosh","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":91,"resolution_number":"R35/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"9.4 Tender 25/26-79 Eastwood Leisure Complex - Construction","resolution_description":"That Council:\nResolve to enter into Contract Number 25/26-79 for the provision of Eastwood Leisure Complex Development Construction with A W Nicholson Pty Ltd for the total tendered price of $11,411,566.00 (ex GST).\nAuthorise the Chief Executive Officer to:\na. finalise the terms of Contract Number 25/26-79 with A W Nicholson Pty Ltd, provided that those contract terms are consistent with this Resolution; and\nb. execute Contract Number 25/26-79 on behalf of Council.","responsible_officer":"Phillip Barnett","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":92,"resolution_number":"R39/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"9.7 Tender 24/25-63 - Leachate Removal Panel","resolution_description":"That Council:\nResolve to enter into Contract Number 24/25-63 for the provision of Liquid Waste (Leachate) removal works – Panel with the following companies for the tendered schedule of rates:\n• RTD Environmental Pty Ltd; and\n• Stows Waste Management.\nThe Contract Term is for three (3) years with the provision of two (2) additional three-year extensions.\nNote: The estimated spend across the full possible life of the contract is $9,755,428 ex GST.\nAuthorises the Chief Executive Officer to:\na. finalise the terms of Contract Number 24/25-63 with RTD Environmental Pty Ltd and Stows Waste Management provided that those contract terms are consistent with this Resolution; and\nb. execute Contract Number 24/25-63 on behalf of Council.","responsible_officer":"Lya Assef","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":93,"resolution_number":"R43/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"9.11 BSANZ Conference - Officer International Travel","resolution_description":"That Council:\nReceive and note the report.","responsible_officer":"Craig Donaldson","moved":"Cr Tracey Hargreaves","seconded":"Cr Jim Rinaldi","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":94,"resolution_number":"R44/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"9.12 Ballarat West Precinct Structure Plan and Development Contributions Review Stakeholder Reference Group","resolution_description":"That Council:\nAcknowledge the participation of the development industry representatives in the Ballarat West Precinct Structure Plan and Development Contributions Review Stakeholder Reference Group.\nDissolve the Ballarat West Precinct Structure Plan and Development Contributions Review Stakeholder Reference Group.","responsible_officer":"Chris Duckett","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":95,"resolution_number":"R46/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"9.14 S11A Instrument of Appointment and Authorisation","resolution_description":"That Council:\nIn the exercise of the powers conferred by section 147(4) of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, resolves that:\na. The members of Council staff referred to in the instruments titled S11A Instrument of Delegation attached be appointed and authorised as set out in the instruments.\nb. The instruments come into force immediately upon being signed by Council’s Chief Executive Officer and remain in force until Council determines to vary or revoke it.","responsible_officer":"Lyndsay Leingang","moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Ted Lapkin","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":96,"resolution_number":"R27/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"5. Confirmation Of Minutes","resolution_description":"That the Minutes of the Council Meeting on 25 February 2026 as circulated be confirmed.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Ted Lapkin","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":97,"resolution_number":"R30/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"Comfort Break","resolution_description":"That Council adjourn at 7:50pm for a comfort break.","responsible_officer":null,"moved":"Cr Des Hudson","seconded":"Cr Jay Morrison","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":98,"resolution_number":"R32/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"9.1 Planning Scheme Amendment C234BALL - Ballarat West Precinct Structure Plan and Development Contributions Plan Review","resolution_description":"That Council:\nAdopt Planning Scheme Amendment C234ball including:\n(a) the Ballarat West Precinct Structure Plan February 2026;\n(b) the Ballarat West Development Contributions Plan February 2026; and\n(c) the Ballarat West Natic Vegetation Precinct Plan 2012 (as amended February 2026).\nAuthorise the Director Development and Growth to make minor changes to the planning scheme amendment documentation, provided those changes are consistent with this Resolution and do not materially alter the intent or impact of the planning scheme amendment.\nSubmit the amendment to the Minister for Planning for approval.","responsible_officer":"Chris Duckett","moved":"Cr Ben Taylor","seconded":"Cr Des Hudson","latitude":null,"longitude":null,"point":null},{"_id":99,"resolution_number":"R38/26","meeting_date":"2026-03-25","topic":"9.6 Tender 25/26-103 - Provision of Technology and Associated Parking Meters","resolution_description":"That Council:\nEnter into Contract Number 25/26-103 for the provision of technology and associated Parking Meters with Cellopark Australia Pty Ltd (Smarter City Solutions) for the tendered price of $5,725,446.01 (ex GST) which includes implementation costs, fixed monthly costs, estimated variable monthly costs and estimated meter replacement costs.\nThe Contract Term is for five (5) years with the provision of two (2) x five (5) year extensions.\nAuthorises the Chief Executive Officer to:\na. Finalise the terms of Contract Number 25/26-103 with Cellopark Australia Pty Ltd (Smarter City Solutions) provided that those contract terms are consistent with this Resolution; and\nb. 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