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16 April 2013 1. DECLARATION OF OPENING ............................................................................................... 2 2. ATTENDANCE/APOLOGIES/LEAVE OF ABSENCE .................................................................. 2 3. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME .................................................................................................... 2 4. OBITUARIES ...................................................................................................................... 2 5. GUEST SPEAKERS .............................................................................................................. 2 6. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST ............................................................................................. 2 7. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES – MARCH 2013 .................................................................... 2 8. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES ............................................................................ 2 9. MINUTES OF COMMITTEES ................................................................................................ 3

9.1. Bush Fire Advisory Committee Minutes April 2013 ..................................................... 3

9.2. Shire of Corrigin LEMC Minutes March 2013 ............................................................... 5

9.3. Shire of Corrigin Recreation Planning Committee Minutes April 2013 .......................... 5

10. MATTERS REQUIRING A COUNCIL DECISION ...................................................................... 6 10.1. Finance and Administration Reports .......................................................................... 6

10.1.1. COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRE ................................................................................... 6 10.1.2. ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT – MARCH 2013 ................................................................... 11 10.1.3. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT – MARCH 2013 ............................................................ 12 10.1.4. CORRIGIN RECREATION & EVENTS CENTRE – ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES ................... 13 10.1.5. CORRIGIN RECREATION AND EVENTS CENTRE ............................................................. 15

10.2. Health, Building and Planning Reports ...................................................................... 18

10.2.1. PLANNING APPLICATION – PROPOSED DOMESTIC OUTBUILDING (CARPORT) ........... 18 COUNCIL RESOLUTION .................................................................................................................. 21 10.2.2. PROPOSED CONSOLIDATION OF SHIRE OF CORRIGIN TOWN PLANNING SCHEME NO.2 23 10.2.3. STRATEGIC COMMUNITY PLAN ..................................................................................... 26 10.2.4. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH UPDATE .............................................................................. 28

10.3. Works and General Purpose Reports ........................................................................ 30

10.3.1. CENTRAL WHEATBELT RANGER SERVICES .................................................................... 30 11. NOTICE OF MOTIONS ...................................................................................................... 32 12. NOTICE OF MOTIONS FOR THE NEXT MEETING ................................................................ 32 13. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT ............................................................................... 32 14. PRESIDENT’S REPORT ...................................................................................................... 32 15. COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS ................................................................................................. 32 16. URGENT BUSINESS .......................................................................................................... 32 17. INFORMATION BULLETIN ................................................................................................ 32 18. WALGA AND CENTRAL ZONE MOTIONS ........................................................................... 32 19. MEETING CLOSURE ......................................................................................................... 32


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1. DECLARATION OF OPENING The Chairperson Cr Lynette Baker opened the meeting at 3.00pm

2. ATTENDANCE/APOLOGIES/LEAVE OF ABSENCE President L Baker Deputy President G E Downing G A Johnson M A Weguelin

D B Bolt D L Hickey N Talbot

Chief Executive Officer J P Murphy Deputy Chief Executive Officer T L Dayman

3. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME There were no members of the public present.

4. OBITUARIES It was advised that Malcolm Tilbee & Dorothy Falconer had passed away since the last meeting.

5. GUEST SPEAKERS There were no Guest Speakers

6. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

7. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES – MARCH 2013 (8134) Moved Crs - Bolt and Johnson That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 19 March 2013 be confirmed as a true and correct record.

Carried 7/0

8. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES There was no business arising from the previous minutes.


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9. MINUTES OF COMMITTEES

9.1. Bush Fire Advisory Committee Minutes April 2013 (8135) Moved Crs - Bolt and Johnson That the minutes of the Bush Fire Advisory Committee Meeting held on Wednesday 10 April 2013 be confirmed as a true and correct record.

Carried 7/0 CHIEF FIRE CONTROL OFFICER (8136) Moved Crs - Hickey and Weguelin That Wes Baker is appointed Chief Bush Fire Control Officer for 2013/14.

Carried 7/0

DEPUTY CHIEF FIRE CONTROL OFFICER (8137) Moved Crs - Hickey and Weguelin That Greg Evans is appointed Deputy Chief Bush Fire Control Officer for 2013/14.

Carried 7/0 FIRE CONTROL OFFICERS (8138) Moved Crs - Hickey and Weguelin That the following persons are appointed as Bush Fire Control Officers for 2013/14. Bilbarin Brigade Sandow Jacobs PO Box 37, Corrigin 9065 2042 Bruce Mills Post Office, Corrigin 9062 9012 Steven Bolt PO Box 226, Corrigin 9065 2043 Paul McBeath PO Box 87, Corrigin 9062 9024 Bullaring Brigade Andrew Szczecinski PO Box 124, Corrigin 9065 7014 Greg Evans Post Office, Bullaring 9065 7021 Greg Doyle PO Box 109, Corrigin 9880 9048 Craig Jespersen PO Box 18, Yealering 9888 7075 Charlie Bell PO Box 177, Corrigin 9063 2546 Bulyee Brigade Wes Baker PO Box 39, Corrigin 9065 8034 Ray Hathaway PO Box 90, Brookton 9642 7045 Clive Turner PO Box 55, Corrigin 9065 8024 Corrigin East Brigade Tim George PO Box 159, Corrigin 9065 5045 Kim Courboules PO Box 79, Corrigin 0427 632 624 Central Brigade Don Stevens PO Box 97, Corrigin 9063 2286 Julian Murphy PO Box 221, Corrigin 9063 2203 Adam Rendell PO Box 200, Corrigin 9063 2291


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Gorge Rock Brigade Bryce Nicholls PO Box 71, Corrigin 9063 7014 Bruce Talbot PO Box 75, Corrigin 9063 2132 Kunjin Brigade Tony Guinness PO Box 35, Corrigin 9065 7079 John Hewett PO Box 239, Corrigin 9063 2480

Carried 7/0

FIRE WEATHER OFFICERS (8139) Moved Crs - Hickey and Weguelin That the Chief Bush Fire Control Officer, Deputy Chief Bush Fire Control Officer and Sandow Jacobs are appointed as Fire Weather Officers for 2013/14.

Carried 7/0

HARVEST BAN OFFICERS (8140) Moved Crs - Hickey and Weguelin That Julian Murphy, Taryn Dayman, Adam Rendell, Peter Rendell (if Adam Rendell unavailable), Sandow Jacobs, Steve Bolt (if Sandow Jacobs unavailable), Paul Baker, Andrew Szczecinski (if Paul Baker unavailable), Ray Hathaway, Clive Turner (if Ray Hathaway unavailable) and Wes Baker are appointed as authorised Harvest Ban Officers for 2013/14.

Carried 7/0 TRAINING OFFICER (8141) Moved Crs - Hickey and Weguelin That Bruce Talbot is appointed as Training Officer for 2013/14.

Carried 7/0 DUAL FIRE CONTROL OFFICERS (8142) Moved Crs - Hickey and Weguelin That the following people are appointed as Dual Fire Control Officers for 2013/14.

Dual Fire Control Officers Quairading Shire Bruce Mills, Ray Hathaway Wickepin Shire Craig Jespersen & Greg Doyle Bruce Rock Shire Sandow Jacobs & Tim George Narembeen Shire Tim George Kondinin Shire Bruce Talbot Kulin Shire Greg Doyle & Bryce Nicholls Pingelly Shire Greg Evans, Wes Baker Brookton Shire Ray Hathaway, Wes Baker

Carried 7/0


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FIREBREAK ORDER (8143) Moved Crs - Hickey and Weguelin That the Firebreak Order 2013/14 as proposed including additional requirements for low fuel zones be endorsed.

Carried 7/0

9.2. Shire of Corrigin LEMC Minutes March 2013 (8144) Moved Crs - Weguelin and Downing That the minutes of the Local Emergency Management Meeting of Council held on 25 March 2013 be confirmed as a true and correct record.

Carried 7/0

9.3. Shire of Corrigin Recreation Planning Committee Minutes April 2013 (8145) Moved Crs - Weguelin and Talbot That the minutes of the Recreation Planning Committee Meeting of Council held on Monday 8 April 2013 be confirmed as a true and correct record.

Carried 7/0


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10. MATTERS REQUIRING A COUNCIL DECISION

10.1. Finance and Administration Reports

10.1.1. COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRE

Applicant: Shire of Corrigin Location: Shire of Corrigin Date: 16 April 2013 Reporting Officer: Heather Ives, Corrigin CRC Coordinator Disclosure of Interest: No interest to disclose File Number: CMS/005/03 COMMENT 1. MARCH 2013 Advertising: (Windmill Newspaper; E’News; CRC Website; CRC Facebook Page)

o Corrigin 2013 Phonebooks – Now Available o “Cool CRC Grants” Ad – available through Curtin University o MYOB Training Course – EOI date & details o Welcome to Corrigin & Volunteers Sundowner –date/details o Corrigin Vintage & Classic Motor Show - date & details o Corrigin Movie Club – March date & movie reminder

2. MARCH 2013 Room Bookings:

Conference Room 4 Professional Office 3 Video Conference Room 0 Computer Training Room 1 University Exam Supervisions 0

MARCH 2013 Courses / Workshops / Information Seminars / Meetings:

3. CRC General Business:

• 2013 Banners in the Terrace • Corrigin CRC to submit design for ‘Community Group’ Category • Banner Pole Reservation Form emailed 11/3/13 • Banner Design due at City of Perth by 3 May 2013 • Tudor House to supply printed banner (supplied electronically by Corrigin CRC) • Completed Printed Banner delivery due at WALGA by 5 July 2013 for judging.

• ‘CRC Cool Grants’

Forklift Operators Course 5 people In-Depth Look @ Facebook - Presentation 16 people Corrigin Movie Club - “Sparkle” 9 people CRC Advisory Committee Meeting 10 people Corrigin Centenary Book Group Meetings 1 person Forrest Personnel – Employment 2 appointments Skill Hire – Employment 6 appointments


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o up to $200 per student. Available via CRC’s for regional students to support online learning through Curtin University

• CRC Advisory Committee o Meeting held 26/03/2013 to discuss CRC Business Planning 2013-2014

• “2013 CRC Trainees Day”

o Proposed 2nd July 2013 in Corrigin o Email sent to CRC’s within 400km radius of Corrigin seeking ideas /speakers

/trainee day expectations. o Compiled replies from interested CRC’s to plan Trainee Day format. o Contacted Corrigin accommodation for availability & capacity o Emailed proposed Trainee Day date & format to RDL & guest presenters

• Corrigin Centenary Photo Book Project: o Book artwork & Photo Editing work still in progress o Request for CRC staff photo for book inclusion

4. CRC Partnerships:

CRC’s “Pathways to Wave Rock - AUDIO TOUR” o CRC’s & Roe Tourism Joint Project, to develop an Audio Tour along tourist self-

drive route. o Gen Farrelly (Project Coordinator) meeting at Corrigin CRC on 9/4/13 to assist

with project ideas and start organising ideas for Corrigin content of Audio Tour.

5. Corrigin Tourism o Supplied updated Corrigin information to UBD Gregory for inclusion in 15th Edition. a. Currently looking at display design & content for new Rotary Park Tourist Information

Display Shelter. b. Corrigin Tourist Brochure – obtaining quote from Eagle Printing for reprint x 2,000 copies c. “Wheatbelt Native Orchids” new Brochure (Tourism & Shire Area Promotion).

Still awaiting photos & information from Robin Campbell & WA Orchid Society for inclusion in new brochure.

6. CRC Information & Communication Technology: Purchased Adobe Creative Suite 6 (CS6) license through the ‘Connecting Up’ Donation Programme.

7. CRC Marketing & Promotion: Corrigin CRC Flags (feather style) x 2 - received order

Flag height 3000mm. Portable, includes ground peg, carry bag, base for use on hard ground, single sided with bleed through to other side.

8. CRC Professional Development & Training:

o “Creating a Website with Wordpress” Training Course– Heather Ives attended 14/3/2013 @ Hyden CRC

o Adobe “InDesign Essentials” (2 day Training Course) – Heather Ives attended 19/20 March 2013 in Perth @ Team Digital

9. CRC Traineeships: a. PIPPA DAVEY ‘Certificate IV in Business’ - Part-time (18 month duration)


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i. RTO – Boyup Brook CRC ii. Commencement: January 2012; Completion due: July 2013

• EMILY HEWETT ‘Certificate III in Tourism’ – Part-time (18 month duration) o RTO - Challenger Institute of Technology o Commencement: July 2012; Completion due: December 2013

10. CRC Grant Funding:

• CRC Building & Infrastructure Fund: “RECEPTION & ADMINISTRATION RENOVATION” Project

o Currently ordering supplies for building works and booking tradesmen o CRC Closure community notification - 24th May to 10th June 2013 o Requested RDL funding acquittal extension to July 2013

JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN YEAR TOTAL

2003-04 440* 440* 440* 440* 440* 440* No stat No stat No stat No stat 132 276 3048

2004-05 271 253 433 535 459 366 214 397 510 443 270 338 4489

2005-06 373 370 391 526 605 511 297 509 735 488 562 443 5810

2006-07 471 610 544 523 515 440 537 562 657 584 491 501 6435

2007-08 535 613 537 714 511 520 561 510 625 733 576 469 6904

2008-09 479 444 581 532 501 411 417 501 575 525 543 651 6160

2009-10 629 682 626 757 590 727 421 623 715 529 491 539 7329

2010-11 708 610 871 759 465 530 426 444 611 413 607 691 7135

2011-12 568 536 572 535 542 381 426 520 527 499 564 491 6161

2012-13 545 694 691 716 756 497 552 636 413 5500

ANNUAL SUMMARY REPORT:

*Statistics taken from Old Telecentre Data (CWA Building location)


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COMPUTER ROOM MTHLYYTD

from July 12

HIRE MTHLYYTD

from July 12

Internet Use 39 426 Room Hire (payments) 4 41Computer Use 4 44 Data Projector Hire 2 11Wireless Hotspot 4 19 Laptop Hire 0 1SERVICES Folding Machine Hire 0 0B&W Printing / Photocopies 35 319 Portable Projector Screen Hire 3 11Colour Printing / Photocopies 7 94 Portable White Board Hire 0 0Photo Printing 3 21 Portable Pin-Up Board Hire 0 0Laminating 5 27 Engraver Hire 0 0Faxing 11 83 NLIS Scanning Wand Hire 0 0Binding 3 9 BBQ Trailer Hire 1 7Secretarial Services 3 70 SALESScanning 3 37 Phonebook Sales 3 35Desktop Publishing 0 0 Birds of the W/belt Book Sales 0 3CD / DVD Burning 0 4 Tin Horse Highway Book 0 1Computer Training (one-on-one) 0 3 Corrigin Book Sales 0 0Phone Calls 0 2 Shire Polo Shirt Sales 0 3FEES Eco Bags 0 4Corrigin CRC 2013 Membership 0 6 Corrigin Post Card Sales 0 68Corrigin Movie Club (payments) 6 61 Corrigin Wrapping Paper Sale 0 32Training Course (payments) 0 22 2013 Corrigin Calendars (sold v ia CRC 6 207University Exam Invigation 0 0 OTHERIP Video Conferencing 0 0 Folding Machine 0 0

Yearlering Book Sales 0 1

Monthly People through : Bulyee / Kweda Book Sale 0 0

SERVICE MTHLYYTD

from July 12

SERVICE MTHLYYTD

from July 12

Phonebook/Calendar - Enquires 0 39 Department of Veterans Affairs 0 2Centrelink - Access Point 36 346 Courses & Education Enquires 4 82Tourism 10 295 General Enquiries (Face to Face) 53 666Conferences/Training/Meetings 50 765 Corrigin Toy Library 8 49Broadband for Seniors Kiosk (BFS) 12 183 Government Info. Access Point 0 13Medicare - Claim Booth 5 29 ATO 1 12

Monthly People through : General Enquiries (Email/Phone) 93 804

TOTAL: 413 (paying Customers and Customer Services provided for March 2013)

CUSTOMERS ACCESSING 'CORRIGIN CRC SERVICES' March 2013:

142

271

CUSTOMERS ACCESSING 'FEE FOR SERVICE' and SALES March 2013:


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OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION That Council receives the Corrigin Community Resource Centre’s Report COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8146) Moved Crs - Johnson and Hickey That Council receives the Corrigin Community resource Centre’s Report

Carried 7/0


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10.1.2. ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT – MARCH 2013 Applicant: Shire of Corrigin Location: Shire of Corrigin Date: 4 April 2013 Reporting Officer: Katherine Ward, Finance Officer Disclosure of Interest: No interest to disclose File Number: FM 0036 BACKGROUND This information is provided to Council on a monthly basis in accordance with provisions of the Local Government Act 1995 and Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996. A Local Government is to develop procedures for the authorisation of, and payment of, accounts to ensure that there is effective security for, which money or other benefits may be obtained. COMMENT The cheque and EFT payments that have been raised for the Council meeting and also during the month of March 2013 are attached. After payment of the following cheque and EFT payments, the balance of creditors will be $NIL. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations POLICY IMPLICATIONS There are no direct policy implications in relation to this item. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Expenditure in accordance with the 2012 / 2013 Annual Budget. VOTING REQUIREMENT Simple Majority OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION That Council endorses Cheque’s 19663 to 19665 and EFT payments in the Municipal Fund, totalling $326454.29,Cheques 3305 to 3308 and EFT payments in the Trust Fund totalling $2241.43, and EFT payments in the Licensing Account totalling $89962.10; Total payments for March $418657.82. COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8147) Moved Crs - Talbot and Hickey That Council endorses Cheque’s 19663 to 19665 and EFT payments in the Municipal Fund, totalling $326454.29,Cheques 3305 to 3308 and EFT payments in the Trust Fund totalling $2241.43, and EFT payments in the Licensing Account totalling $89962.10; Total payments for March $418657.82. Carried 7/0


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10.1.3. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT – MARCH 2013 Applicant: Shire of Corrigin Location: Shire of Corrigin Date: 11 March 2013 Reporting Officer: Taryn Dayman, Deputy Chief Executive Officer Disclosure of Interest: No interest to disclose File Number: FM0036 BACKGROUND The Local Government (Financial Management) Regulation 34 states that a local government must prepare a statement of financial activity reporting on the sources and applications of funds, as set out in the annual budget for the month. Variances between budgeted and actual expenditure including the required Material Variances (10% with a minimum value of $10,000 are included in the variance report. COMMENT A variance report is included with the monthly financial statements. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996. POLICY IMPLICATIONS There are no direct policy implications in relation to this item. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Monthly Statement of Financial Activity. VOTING REQUIREMENT Simple Majority OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION That Council adopts the Statement of Financial Activity for the month ending 31 March 2013, as presented, and note any material variances. COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8148) Moved Crs - Bolt and Johnson That Council adopts the Statement of Financial Activity for the month ending 31 March 2013, as presented, and note any material variances.

Carried 7/0


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10.1.4. CORRIGIN RECREATION & EVENTS CENTRE – ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES Applicant: Shire of Corrigin Location: Shire of Corrigin Date: 10 April 2013 Reporting Officer: Julian Murphy, Chief Executive Officer Disclosure of Interest: No interest to disclose File Number: CP0057 BACKGROUND Council has been planning the replacement of the existing Cyril Box Pavilion at the Corrigin Recreation Precinct for a number of years. The need for a multi-purpose sports and community facility was first highlighted in the Corrigin Recreation Plan completed in 2000. Council has been working with the Shire of Corrigin Recreation Planning Committee to develop a plan for a facility that meets the current and future needs of the Corrigin Community. Construction on the project is scheduled to start in October 2013 with practical completion by the end of 2014. Council at its March 2013 meeting resolved to seek tenders for the provision of architectural, engineering and surveying services for the Corrigin Recreation and Events Centre Project. The tender was advertised state wide with tenders closing on 24 April 2013. COMMENT The next Ordinary Meeting of Council is scheduled for 21 May 2013. In order to expedite the appointment of the Project Architect for the Corrigin Recreation and Events Centre Project, it is recommended that Council holds a Special Meeting to consider tenders received and to appoint a suitable tenderer as the Project Architect. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT Local Government Act 1995 – section 3.57 Tenders for the provision of goods and services. POLICY IMPLICATIONS There are no direct policy implications in relation to this item. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS There are no significant financial implications in relation to this item. VOTING REQUIREMENT Simple Majority OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION That Council holds a Special Meeting on 1 May 2013 to consider tenders for the provision of architectural services for the Corrigin Recreation and Events Centre Project.


16 April 2013 COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8149) Moved Crs - D Bolt & G Johnson That Council holds a Special Meeting on 1 May 2013 to consider tenders for the provision of architectural services for the Corrigin Recreation and Events Centre Project.

Carried 7/0 COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8150) Moved Crs – Talbot and Downing That the Council now adjourn the meeting.

Carried 7/0 Council adjourned the meeting adjourned at 3.27pm to meet with landowners adjacent to the proposed Bulyee Road realignment project. Council reconvened the meeting at 4.30pm with the following in attendance Cr Baker, Cr Downing, Cr Bolt, Cr Hickey, Cr Johnson, Cr Talbot, Cr Weguelin, J Murphy, T Dayman and L Baker


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10.1.5. CORRIGIN RECREATION AND EVENTS CENTRE Applicant: Shire of Corrigin Location: O’Shea Place – Corrigin Recreation Precinct Date: 10 April 2013 Reporting Officer: Julian Murphy, Chief Executive Officer Disclosure of Interest: No interest to disclose File Number: CP0057 BACKGROUND The Shire of Corrigin is in the process of raising funds to develop a new multi-purpose pavilion at the Corrigin Recreation Precinct. The proposed Corrigin Recreation & Events Centre will provide sporting facilities to replace the aging Cyril Box Pavilion. An indicative schematic design for the proposed new facility was developed by MCG Architects on instructions from the Shire of Corrigin. The design includes the desired elements identified by Council and the Community. The schematic design (Sept 2012) has been designed to allow a staged approach to development of the facility at the following estimated cost: Stage 1 $3,401,400 Function Room, Bar, Kitchen, Toilets, Change Rooms, Storeroom & Meeting Rooms Stage 2 $1,008,100 Change Rooms, Storeroom & Squash Court Stage 3 $2,080,900 Exhibition/Sports Hall (2x Netball Courts) & Storeroom Total $6,490,400 A modified schematic (March 2013 copy attached) has been not been fully costed but is estimated as follows:

Stage 1A $2,951,400 Stage 2 $1,008,100 Total Stage 1A & Stage 2 $3,959,500 As at April 2013 the following funds have been secured for the project:

Royalties for Regions CLGF (local 11/12) $ 376,608 Community Sport & recreation Facilities Fund $ 636,364 Council Cash Reserves $ 906,000 Total Funds Secured $1,918,972 The following sources have been identified for further funding: Lotterywest $ 363,636 Royalties for Regions CLGF (local) $ 376,608 Royalties for Regions CLGF (regional) $ 891,000 Regional Development Australia $ 500,000


16 April 2013 Loans $1,500,000 Total Funds Pending $3,631,244 Funding is also being sought through donations from the following: Australian Sports Foundation – tax deductable Sporting Clubs Community Groups Private donations The Shire of Corrigin has made a successful application to the Royalties for Regions Country Local Government Fund (local 12/13) for $376,608 for Stage 2 of the project. Council must enter into a Funding Assistance Agreement with the Department of Regional Development to utilise the funds. COMMENT Should Council accept the funds from Royalties for Regions then it must commit to constructing Stage 2 of the project. By accepting the funds Council will bring the total funds secured for the project to $2,295,580. The cost of constructing the modified Stages 1A & 2 is estimated at $3,959, 500. The funding shortfall for Stages 1A & 2 has been estimated at $1,663,920. The shortfall for the first two stages of the project would have to be made up from loan funds ($1,500,000) and donations ($163,920). The funding shortfall will be eased if pending applications to other funding bodies are successful. If additional funding is secured above the cost of the Stages 1A & 2 council may Consider proceeding with Stage 3 of the project. Whilst the funding shortfall from secured funds is significant for Stages 1A & 2, it is with Council’s capacity to raise additional loan funds to ensure that the first two stages of the project are completed. Council is in the process of appointing a Project Architect to complete the Project Design for the facility. Once appointed, the Architect is required to finalise the Design Schematic and obtain a project costing before proceeding with the development of the final Project Design. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT Local Government Act 1995 POLICY IMPLICATIONS There are no direct policy implications in relation to this item. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Significant funding shortfall for the first two stages of the project to be made up from loan funds, pending grants and donations. VOTING REQUIREMENT Simple Majority OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION That Council:

1. Proceeds with Stage 1A & 2 of the proposed Corrigin Recreation and Events Centre Project subject to the appointment of the project Architect and finalisation of the Project Design; and


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2. Accepts the Royalties for Regions Country Local Government Fund 2012/13 local allocation of $376,608 for Stage 2 of the project.

COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8151) Moved Crs - Hickey and Johnson That Council:

1. Proceeds with Stage 1A & 2 of the proposed Corrigin Recreation and Events Centre Project subject to the appointment of the project Architect and finalisation of the Project Design; and

2. Accepts the Royalties for Regions Country Local Government Fund 2012/13 local allocation of $376,608 for Stage 2 of the project. Carried 7/0


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10.2. Health, Building and Planning Reports

10.2.1. PLANNING APPLICATION – PROPOSED DOMESTIC OUTBUILDING (CARPORT) Applicant: Mr Ricky Button (Landowner) Location: Lot 51 Kunjin Street Corrigin Date: 9 April 2013 Reporting Officer: Messrs Joe Douglas & Carlo Famiano – Consultant Town Planners (Urban & Rural Perspectives) Disclosure of Interest: No interest to disclose File Number: A206 BACKGROUND This report recommends that a planning application submitted by Mr Ricky Button (Landowner) to construct a new steel framed zincalume carport (i.e. ‘domestic outbuilding’) to service an existing single detached dwelling on Lot 51 Kunjin Street, Corrigin be approved subject to conditions. The applicant is seeking Council’s planning approval to construct a new steel framed zincalume carport at the front of an existing single detached dwelling on Lot 51 Kunjin Street, Corrigin. Lot 51 is located in the south-eastern part of the Corrigin townsite with direct frontage and access to Kunjin Street along its northern boundary. The land is irregular in shape, comprises a total area of approximately 13.324 hectares and has been developed for rural purposes (i.e. cropping and grazing) over an extended period of time (see Plans 1 & 2). Lot 51 contains a number of physical improvements associated with its current rural use including one (1) single detached dwelling, sheds, internal access tracks, firebreaks and fencing (see Plan 3). Under the terms of the information and plans submitted in support of the application the following is proposed: i) Construction of a new 84m2 steel framed zincalume carport at the front of the existing dwelling

on the land comprising a width of 12 metres and a depth of 7 metres (see Plans 4 & 5); ii) The new carport will comprise a wall height of 2.4 metres and a ridge height of 3.4 metres; iii) The new carport will have a setback of 65 metres from the land’s northern front boundary (i.e.

Kunjin Street) and a 72 metre setback from the land’s western side boundary; and iv) The new carport will be used for domestic storage purposes associated with the existing single

detached dwelling on Lot 51. COMMENT Current Zoning & Land Use Permissibility Lot 51 is classified ‘Rural Residential’ zone under the Shire of Corrigin’s current operative Town Planning Scheme No.2 (TPS No.2). The key purpose and intent of the land’s current ‘Rural Residential’ zoning classification is to contain land for rural smallholdings and low density residential living in a rural environment in close proximity to the towns and the services which they provide.


16 April 2013 It is significant to note that the definition for ‘outbuilding’ in Schedule 1 of TPS No.2 includes carports. Under the terms of TPS No.2 the construction of an ‘outbuilding’ in association with a dwelling is permitted on land classified ’Rural Residential’ zone subject to the proposal satisfying the relevant development standards of Clause 5.6.12 of TPS No.2 as these apply specifically to the development of ‘outbuildings’. Compliance with Development Standards An assessment of the proposal against the development standards contained in TPS No.2 has confirmed that it satisfies the majority of standards except for the following: i) The proposed new carport will be located at the front of the existing dwelling on the land and

not behind it as required by the general provisions contained in Clause 5.6.12 of TPS No.2; and ii) The total area of the proposed new carport exceeds the maximum permitted area of 55m2 for a

single outbuilding of zincalume construction and the total outbuilding area on the lot does not exceed 130m2 as required by Clause 5.6.12.2(a) of TPS No.2.

The following is a brief discussion of this non-compliance issue: Clause 5.6.12 – Location of Outbuildings Clause 5.6.12 of TPS No.2 states that all outbuildings on land classified ‘Rural Residential’ zone must be located behind any dwelling. Under the terms of the plans submitted in support of the application for Lot 51 the new carport is proposed to be located at the front of the existing dwelling on the land. Despite the proposal being non-compliant with the specific requirements of Clause 5.6.12 the reporting officers have formed the view, given the significant setback of the carport from the land’s primary street frontage (i.e. 65 metres from Kunjin Street), that the proposed location of the new carport is unlikely to: a) compromise the orderly and proper planning of the locality; b) have a detrimental impact upon the character or amenity of the locality; or c) have any adverse effects upon the occupiers or users of Lot 51, the inhabitants of the locality or

upon the likely future development of the locality. As such it is recommended that Council exercise the discretion afforded to it under Clause 5.4 of TPS No.2 and grant approval to the proposed variation to the specific requirements of Clause 5.6.12. Clause 5.6.12.2(a) – Size of outbuildings Clause 5.6.12.2(a) of TPS No. 2 states: “Non-masonry zincalume construction, where the total zincalume outbuilding area does not exceed 55 m2 and the total outbuilding area does not exceed 130m2”. Under the terms of the plans submitted in support of the application the proposed new carport will comprise a floor area of 84m2 (i.e. 29m2 more than that permitted for a single zincalume outbuilding under TPS No.2). Furthermore there are a number of existing outbuildings located near the eastern boundary of the property which combined with the proposed new carport will result in the total outbuilding area on the land being greater than the 130m2 permitted by TPS No.2). Despite the proposal being non-compliant with the specific requirements of Clause 5.6.12.2(a) the reporting officers have formed the view, given the significant setback of the existing and proposed


16 April 2013 outbuildings from the land’s primary street frontage and their limited visual impacts in terms of bulk and scale, that the proposed variations to the maximum permitted floor areas are again unlikely to: a) compromise the orderly and proper planning of the locality; b) have a detrimental impact upon the character or amenity of the locality; or c) have any adverse effects upon the occupiers or users of Lot 51, the inhabitants of the locality or

upon the likely future development of the locality. As such it is recommended that Council exercise the discretion afforded to it under Clause 5.4 of TPS No.2 and grant approval to the proposed variations to the specific requirements of Clause 5.6.12.2(a). CONCLUSION It is concluded from a detailed assessment of the application that the proposal to construct a new steel framed zincalume carport (i.e. ‘outbuilding’) to service the existing single detached dwelling on Lot 51 Kunjin Street, Corrigin is unlikely to have a negative impact on the general amenity, character, functionality and safety of the immediate locality and may therefore be approved by Council subject to the imposition of a number of conditions to ensure that it proceeds in a proper and orderly manner. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT • Shire of Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2 • Planning and Development Act 2005 POLICY IMPLICATIONS There are no policy implications in relation to this application PUBLIC CONSULTATION Not required. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS There are no direct financial implications in relation to this item. STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS There are no direct strategic implications in relation to this item. VOTING REQUIREMENT Simple Majority OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION That Council approves the application for planning approval submitted by Mr Ricky Button (Landowner) to construct a new steel framed zincalume carport to service the existing single detached dwelling on Lot 51 Kunjin Street, Corrigin in accordance with the details of the plans submitted in support of the application subject to compliance with the following conditions and advice notes: Conditions 1. The development is to be undertaken in a manner consistent with the details of the plans

submitted in support of the application. 2. The new carport shall have a maximum wall height of 2.4 metres and a maximum ridge height


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of 3.4 metres. 3. The new carport shall comprise a total floor area not exceeding 84m2. 4. All stormwater generated by the new carport shall be managed and disposed of to the

specifications and satisfaction of the Shire of Corrigin. Advice Notes 1. The development is to be completed within a period of two (2) years from the date of this

approval. If the development is not completed within this period the approval will lapse and be of no further effect. Where an approval has lapsed, no development shall be carried out without the further approval of the Shire of Corrigin having first been sought and obtained.

2. A completed building permit application must be submitted to and approved by the Shire’s Building Surveyor prior to the commencement of any construction on the land.

3. The new shed is required to comply in all respects with the National Construction Code of Australia. Plans and specifications which reflect these requirements are required to be submitted with the building permit application.

4. The noise generated by any activities on-site including machinery motors or vehicles shall not exceed the levels as set out under the Environmental (Noise) Regulations 1997.

5. No construction works shall commence on the land prior to 7am without the Shire’s written approval.

6. Failure to comply with any of the conditions of this planning approval constitutes an offence under the provisions of the Planning and Development Act 2005 and the Shire of Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2 and may result in legal action being initiated by the local government.

COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8152) Moved Crs - Talbot and Weguelin That Council approves the application for planning approval submitted by Mr Ricky Button (Landowner) to construct a new steel framed zincalume carport to service the existing single detached dwelling on Lot 51 Kunjin Street, Corrigin in accordance with the details of the plans submitted in support of the application subject to compliance with the following conditions and advice notes: Conditions 1. The development is to be undertaken in a manner consistent with the details of the plans

submitted in support of the application. 2. The new carport shall have a maximum wall height of 2.4 metres and a maximum ridge

height of 3.4 metres. 3. The new carport shall comprise a total floor area not exceeding 84m2. 4. All stormwater generated by the new carport shall be managed and disposed of to the

specifications and satisfaction of the Shire of Corrigin. Advice Notes 1. The development is to be completed within a period of two (2) years from the date of this

approval. If the development is not completed within this period the approval will lapse and be of no further effect. Where an approval has lapsed, no development shall be carried out without the further approval of the Shire of Corrigin having first been sought and obtained.

2. A completed building permit application must be submitted to and approved by the Shire’s Building Surveyor prior to the commencement of any construction on the land.

3. The new shed is required to comply in all respects with the National Construction Code of


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Australia. Plans and specifications which reflect these requirements are required to be submitted with the building permit application.

4. The noise generated by any activities on-site including machinery motors or vehicles shall not exceed the levels as set out under the Environmental (Noise) Regulations 1997.

5. No construction works shall commence on the land prior to 7am without the Shire’s written approval.

6. Failure to comply with any of the conditions of this planning approval constitutes an offence under the provisions of the Planning and Development Act 2005 and the Shire of Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2 and may result in legal action being initiated by the local government.

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10.2.2. PROPOSED CONSOLIDATION OF SHIRE OF CORRIGIN TOWN PLANNING SCHEME NO.2

Applicant: Shire of Corrigin Location: Shire of Corrigin Local Government District Date: 9 April 2013 Reporting Officer: Mr Joe Douglas – Consultant Town Planner (Urban & Rural Perspectives) Disclosure of Interest: Urban and Rural Perspectives provide town planning consulting services to

the Shire of Corrigin File Number: DBC0012 BACKGROUND This report recommends that Council resolve, pursuant to Division 5 of the Planning and Development Act 2005, to prepare a consolidation of the Shire of Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2 and allocate sufficient funds to undertake the project during the 2013/2014 financial year. As Council is aware the Shire’s current operative Town Planning Scheme No.2 (TPS No.2) is due for review. In order to progress the required review and preparation of a new replacement town planning scheme the Shire is obliged in the first instance to prepare a Local Planning Strategy. Given the significant costs associated with preparing Local Planning Strategies, local governments in areas with limited development pressure have the option of instead preparing a Townsite Expansion Strategy which is an interim measure that allows for the preparation and adoption of a new town planning scheme at far less cost. At its Ordinary Meeting held in September 2012 Council resolved to: i) Delay the required review of the Shire of Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2 and preparation of

a new Local Planning Scheme and Strategy for approximately three (3) to five (5) years; ii) Allocate $16,000 in Council’s budget for either the 2012/2013 or 2013/2014 financial years to

provide for the preparation of a Town site Expansion Strategy for the Corrigin townsite by its consultant town planners in lieu of a fully-fledged Local Planning Strategy for the entire municipal district; and

iii) Establish a reserve account so that sufficient funds can be made available over the next three (3) to five (5) years to progress the required review of the Shire of Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2 and preparation of a new Local Planning Scheme and Strategy for the Shire by a suitably qualified consultant to be appointed by the Shire following receipt of expressions of interest or tenders for the project.

COMMENT Further recent discussions with the Department of Planning have indicated that due to the limited development pressure in the Shire of Corrigin, the small number of amendments made to the Shire’s current TPS No.2 since it first came into operation in March 2000 and the Shire’s limited resources, the Department is willing to consider and support the consolidation of TPS No.2 rather than requiring a full review. If Council were to agree to consolidate TPS No.2 rather than progress a full review it could forego the need to prepare a Townsite Expansion Plan. In so doing the funds proposed to be allocated for this project in the 2013/2014 budget could be used to bring TPS No.2 up to contemporary planning


16 April 2013 standards without the need to expend the considerable amounts of time and money typically associated with undertaking a full scale review. The consolidation of TPS No.2, which could be completed in approximately 12 to 15 months, will enable TPS No.2 to continue to operate over the next five (5) year period. In so-doing the Shire could save a considerable sum of money with the potential to further consolidate TPS No.2 in 2018/2019. The consolidation of TPS No.2 is expected to result in the following: i) Updates to the format of the Scheme Text to bring it into line with contemporary planning

standards as prescribed by ‘Appendix B - Model Scheme Text’ of the Town Planning Regulations 1967 (as amended);

ii) The incorporation of a number of new planning controls into the Scheme Text to ensure consistency with new planning legislation and policy and to address a range of land use and development issues that have arisen since TPS No.2 was first gazetted;

iii) Corrections to a number of minor errors and anomalies in the Scheme Text; iv) Various updates to the Scheme Maps to reflect changes to cadastral boundaries resulting from

subdivision development over the past seven (7) years, particularly in the agricultural areas of the Shire;

v) Various updates to the Scheme Maps to reflect changes to the boundaries, classification and use of various Crown reserves; and

vi) The rezoning of various properties identified as having the potential to make a worthwhile and significant contribution to the future economic development and growth of the Shire.

It is significant to note that the various modifications and updates to TPS No.2 listed above will ultimately require formal approval from the Western Australian Planning Commission and the Minister for Planning as part of the scheme consolidation process. It is anticipated that most of the required modifications and updates will be supported given the age of TPS No.2 and the need to bring it into line with contemporary town planning principles and standards. Having regard for the significant cost and time savings associated with consolidating TPS No.2 rather undertaking a full scale review, which is estimated to take approximately 3 years and cost anywhere from $90,000 to $150,000 excluding GST, it is recommended that Council abandon preparation of the proposed Town site Expansion Strategy as a precursor to a full scheme review and instead allocate the funds previously set aside for this project to progress the consolidation of TPS No.2. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT • Shire of Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2. • Planning and Development Act 2005 (as amended) • Town Planning Regulations 1967 (as amended) • Environmental Protection Act 1986 (as amended) POLICY IMPLICATIONS There are no direct policy implications in relation to this item. COMMUNITY CONSULTATION The proposed consolidation of TPS No.2 will involve two (2) separate rounds of community consultation. The first round will invite submissions from the public and all relevant government agencies


16 April 2013 regarding the effectiveness of TPS No.2, the need for any amendments or the need for the making of a new, replacement town planning scheme. The second round of consultation will invite submissions from the public and all relevant government agencies regarding the suitability of all proposed amendments to TPS No.2. Each round of community consultation will be undertaken for a minimum period of 42 days. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The total cost of consolidating TPS No.2 is estimated to be in the order of $25,000 excluding GST. It is recommended that Council consider making suitable in the Shire’s 2013/2014 budget to fund the project. TOWN PLANNING IMPLICATIONS The proposed consolidation of TPS No.2 will provide for the orderly and proper planning and development of all land within the Shire over the next five (5) year period based upon contemporary town planning principles and standards and satisfies the Shire’s obligations under the Planning and Development Act 2005 as this relates to the required review of TPS No.2. STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS The proposed consolidation will enable the Shire to continue operating under its current TPS No.2 and initiate amendments as required over the next five (5) years with the potential to further consolidate TPS No.2 in 2018/2019. In so-doing the Shire will avoid the significant costs typically associated with the preparation of a new town planning scheme and the associated local planning strategy. VOTING REQUIREMENT Simple Majority OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION That Council: 1. Pursuant to Division 5 of the Planning and Development Act 2005, to prepare a consolidation of

the Shire of Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2; and 2. Allocates $25,000 in the 2013/2014 annual budget to fund the consolidation of the Shire of

Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2. COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8153) Moved Crs - Weguelin and Bolt That Council: 1. Pursuant to Division 5 of the Planning and Development Act 2005, to prepare a consolidation

of the Shire of Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2; and 2. Allocates $25,000 in the 2013/2014 annual budget to fund the consolidation of the Shire of

Corrigin Town Planning Scheme No.2. Carried 7/0


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10.2.3. STRATEGIC COMMUNITY PLAN Applicant: Shire of Corrigin Location: Shire of Corrigin Date: 10 April 2013 Reporting Officer: Taryn Dayman, Deputy Chief Executive Officer Disclosure of Interest: No interest to disclose File Number: CM 0049 BACKGROUND The Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996 has been amended to require each local government to adopt a Strategic Community Plan and a Corporate Business Plan. Section 5.56(1) and (2) of the Act requires each local government ‘to plan for the future of the district’, by developing plans in accordance with the regulations. The new regulations specify what a ‘plan for the future’ should involve. In particular, local governments will be formally required to develop two new planning instruments:

• A Strategic Community Plan; and • A Corporate Business Plan.

Changes to the Regulations were gazette in August 2011 with full compliance required by 30 June 2013. COMMENT In order to meet the 30 June 2013 deadline Council engaged consultants MorrisonLow to prepare Council’s Strategic Community Plan, Corporate Business Plan as well as other informing strategies. MorrisonLow have prepared all plans to ensure that Council meets all its requirements. MorisonLow worked through three key phases in developing the Strategic Community Plan

• Community profiling • Community engagement • Planning

In preparing the Strategic Community Plan four key areas were identified

• Economic Development • Developing Leadership • Social Development • Environmental Development

MorrisonLow is scheduled to brief Councillors on the draft plans on the 16 April 2013. The Corporate Business Plan will be finalised following these discussions as it needs to incorporate the priorities as agreed by Council coming out of the Workforce Plan, Long Term Financial Plan and Asset Management Plan.


16 April 2013 A copy of the draft Strategic Community Plan and draft Workforce Plan is provided to Council under separate cover for their review and consideration. The draft Long Term Financial Plan and draft Asset Management Plan will be made available from MorrisonLow at the Councillor briefing session. Once Council has approved the Draft Strategic Community Plan it is recommended that the Plan be made available to the community for their review and submissions, this will include consulting with the Community Reference Group formed as part of the initial consulting process. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT Local Government Act 1995, section 5.56 Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996 POLICY IMPLICATIONS New Integrated Planning Framework. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Future expenditure to meet Council objectives. STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS New Integrated Planning Framework. VOTING REQUIREMENT Absolute Majority OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION That Council approves the Draft Strategic Community Plan for the purpose of consulting with the electors and ratepayers of the district. COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8154) Moved Crs - Bolt and Hickey That Council approves the Draft Strategic Community Plan for the purpose of consulting with the electors and ratepayers of the district. Carried 7/0

D Bolt left meeting at 4.54pm and returned to the meeting at 5.56pm M Weguelin left meeting at 5.01pm and returned to the meeting at 5.02pm L Bosch joined meeting at 5.03pm


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10.2.4. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH UPDATE Applicant: Lauren Bosch Location: Shire of Corrigin Date: 11 April 2013 Reporting Officer: Environmental Health Officer, Lauren Bosch Disclosure of Interest: No interest to disclose File Number: BACKGROUND The purpose of this report is to update Council on the work that Council’s Environmental Health Officer, Lauren Bosch, is currently doing for the Shire and within the community of Corrigin. COMMENT Tobacco Control Grant Scheme Council’s EHO has applied for a grant under the Tobacco Control Grants Scheme which will enable Council to order and erect permanent ‘no smoking’ signage as well as flag signs for temporary ‘no smoking’ or ‘smoke free area’ signage at Council facilities and other premises where smoking is prohibited or limited, for example children’s playgrounds and outdoor eating areas. The flag signs will be useful and effective as they are so visible and very obvious to smokers. The principle aim is to try and make people more aware of areas where smoking is prohibited especially at recreational/leisure areas and events. Council can go beyond regulation and formulate a ‘smoke free’ policy which could outline restrictions on smoking at particular Council facilities, functions and events. For example, a policy could formally prohibit smoking within the Shire aquatic facility, and designating a smoking area outside the facility would need to be approved. Bendering Landfill Site There have been no complaints since the netting has been erected over the active landfill area and since Avon Waste has started regular litter clean-ups at the site. Avon Waste has provided RoeROC with a draft contract which is now currently being reviewed and amended. House Unfit for Habitation - 10 Goyder Street Following on from a question at the February meeting about whether or not the property has been sold – it has not been sold, and the tree is still on the front of the house. Windmill Meats Abattoir Windmill Meats abattoir is due for another audit by the Department of Health’s Food Unit next week. Council’s EHO has been in regular contact with the abattoir owners, and it is anticipated that the upcoming audit will be successful. Department of Environment and Conservation – unscheduled waste disposal facility assessment Inspectors from the DEC visited the Corrigin Waste Management Facility on Monday 8 April 2013. The Shire was issued two Environmental Field Notices for non-compliant storage of hydrocarbon and some soil contamination from a small spill. This has been rectified and will not happen again.


16 April 2013 Corrigin Waste Water Re-Use Scheme The Shire of Corrigin is obliged to comply with the new Department of Health Guidelines for the Non-Potable Uses of Recycled Water in Western Australia. The transitional arrangement for schemes which require change to the treatment chain will have up to 5 years to comply with the new guidelines. In Corrigin’s case, the scheme will need to comply by 2016. Corrigin’s scheme requires chlorination of the water received by the Shire from the Water Corporation’s Treatment Plant. Council’s EHO has been liaising with Water Corporation who have agreed to fund and supply an electro-chlorinator for use at the Dartee Creek dam. The chlorinator will remain the property of the Water Corporation and they will be responsible for the maintenance of it. The Shire will be responsible for the supply of power and potable water to the site. A meeting with representatives from the Perth and Merredin Water Corporation offices occurred at the Shire on 11 April 2013 to discuss the draft Recycled Water Supply Agreement with Council’s EHO and CEO. This new agreement will be ready for endorsement at the next Council meeting, in May. Aside from the chlorinator, water storage tanks are required to be installed at the Dartee Creek dam site so that the chlorinated water has sufficient contact time for disinfection to occur before being irrigated on the ovals and parks. The Shire will need to budget over forthcoming financial years for these tanks and try to secure funding where possible. Council will be kept informed about this project as it develops. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT Health Act 1911 Food Act 2012 Environmental Protection Act 1986 POLICY IMPLICATIONS There are no direct policy implications in relation to this item. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS There are no significant financial implications in relation to this item. VOTING REQUIREMENT Simple Majority OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION That Council receives the Environmental Officer’s report. COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8155) Moved Crs - Johnson and Hickey That Council receives the Environmental Health Officer’s report.

Carried 7/0 Miss Bosch left the meeting at 5.24pm Miss Baker left the meeting at 5.26pm


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10.3. Works and General Purpose Reports

10.3.1. CENTRAL WHEATBELT RANGER SERVICES Applicant: Shire of Merredin Location: Shire of Corrigin Date: 10 October 2012 Reporting Officer: Taryn Dayman, Deputy Chief Executive Officer Disclosure of Interest: No interest to disclose File Number: LE 0021 BACKGROUND Council is one of 8 shires forming part of the Central Wheatbelt Ranger Services (CWRS) administrated by the Shire of Merredin. At the Extraordinary Meeting of the CWRS held on the 15 February 2013, the implications of the new Cat Act 2011 on the Ranger Services and in particular, staffing was discussed. The Shire of Merredin has proposed that CWRS employee an additional ranger. The operational costs for an additional Ranger have been estimated as follows:

Salary, inclusive of superannuation, insurance, etc. $76,000.00 Ranger’s vehicle $ 8,000.00 Housing (estimate) $ 2,300.00

Total per year $86,300.00 There would be an initial vehicle purchase cost of around $36,000.00 and a change over value of about $15,000.00 per year. There may be a saving by splitting the service area so that the quantity of travel would be reduced which may increase the time between vehicle replacements. Based on the current MOU, the Shire of Merredin’s contribution would be 60% ($51,780.00) and the balance 40% ($34,520.00) would be shared by the other member Shires of the CWRS, along with their share of the initial vehicle purchase cost and yearly change over value. The staffing of the Central Wheatbelt Ranger Service was put to the Shire of Merredin’s Ordinary Council Meeting held 19 March 2013 so that a determination could be made for budgeting purposes. “That after providing the Central Wheatbelt Ranger Service members with the estimated costs as contained in the Comments section of this report to employ a second Ranger that; a. If a positive response from the other members of the Central Wheatbelt Ranger Service is

received by the 30 April 2013, that the Shire of Merredin budget for its share of contribution to the scheme in the 2013-2014 budget; or

b. Should the response be negative, then discontinue the Central Wheatbelt Ranger Service and the Shire of Merredin increases the current Ranger Service to a fulltime one at the extra cost of approximately $35,000.00 per year.”

COMMENT Council’s 2012/13 budget provision for ranger services increased from $5,713 to $6,400 to cover the shortfall of shire contributions as a result of the Shire of Narembeen withdrawing from the scheme.


16 April 2013 The proposed budget for an additional ranger, including a vehicle purchase of $36,000, for 2013/14 is $122,300 with Corrigin’s contribution calculated at $6,989. Council annual contribution for ranger services is estimated to increase from $6400 to $13,389 for 2013/14, based on the figures provided. Some of the other member shires have indicated that they may be withdrawing from the scheme as a result of increased costs, if that is the case our contributions would increase further. Council needs to consider the benefits of an additional contribution to the scheme. Council currently receives support for dog control by the CWRS with all other ranger related issues dealt with by Corrigin staff. Informal discussions with neighbouring shires, including RoeROC Councils and the Shire of Bruce Rock regarding forming an alternative scheme have been positive and maybe an alternative option that Council could consider. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT Cat Act 2011 Dog Act 1976 POLICY IMPLICATIONS There are no direct policy implications in relation to this item. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Increase in cost for provision of ranger services STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS Strategic Priority number 9 – Provide for the good governance of the district. VOTING REQUIREMENT Simple Majority OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION That Council

1. That Council advise the Central Wheatbelt Ranger Service that if there is an increase in costs to fund a second ranger to the scheme the Shire of Corrigin will be withdrawing effective from the 30th June 2013.

2. That the Chief Executive Officer investigates alternative arrangements for the provision of ranger services to the Shire of Corrigin.

COUNCIL RESOLUTION (8156) Moved Crs - Weguelin and Downing That Council

1. That Council advise the Central Wheatbelt Ranger Service that if there is an increase in costs to fund a second ranger to the scheme the Shire of Corrigin will be withdrawing effective from the 30th June 2013.

2. That the Chief Executive Officer investigates alternative arrangements for the provision of ranger services to the Shire of Corrigin.

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11. NOTICE OF MOTIONS There was no Notice of Motions

12. NOTICE OF MOTIONS FOR THE NEXT MEETING There was no Notice of Motions for the next meeting.

13. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT There was no Chief Executive Officer’s Report.

14. PRESIDENT’S REPORT The President advised that she attended the following meetings and events in the previous month:

• Thank and volunteer and Welcome to Corrigin civic events • LEMC • Recreation Planning Committee Meeting • Wheatbelt South Regional Road Group Special Meeting • Bushfire Advisory Committee • Wheat belt Conference- Merredin • Peter Webster (Shire of Kondinin CEO)Farewell Dinner

15. COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS There were no Councillors’ Reports.

16. URGENT BUSINESS There was no urgent business to discuss.

17. INFORMATION BULLETIN Council discussed the letter received from Rotary requesting assistance from Council to get a load of wood from Dwellingnup on their behalf. It was agreed that the CEO contact Rotary and come to a suitable arrangement for assistance to transport fire wood.

18. WALGA AND CENTRAL ZONE MOTIONS There were no WALGA or Central Country Zone Matters.

19. MEETING CLOSURE There being no further business to discuss, the President thanked everyone for their attendance and closed the meeting at 5.45pm President_______________________________________________________Date:_____________

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