MINUTES FOR THE
ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL
HELD ON
WEDNESDAY 18 MARCH 2020
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING DISCLAIMER BEFORE PROCEEDING
Members of the public are cautioned against taking any action on Council decisions, on items in these Minutes in which they may have an interest, until such times as they have been advised in
writing by Shire staff
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Minutes
1. DECLARATION OF OPENING / ANNOUNCEMENT OF VISITORS: .............................................. 3
2. RECORD OF ATTENDANCE / APOLOGIES / LEAVE OF ABSENCE PREVIOUSLYAPPROVED ............................................................................................................................................... 3
3. REPONSE TO PREVIOUS PUBLIC QUESTIONS TAKEN ON NOTICE: ...................................... 3
4. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME: ..................................................................................................................... 3
5. APPICATION FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE: ......................................................................................... 4
6. DECLARATION OF INTEREST: ............................................................................................................ 4
7. PETITIONS/DEPUTATIONS/PRESENTATIONS: ............................................................................... 4
8. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES ............................................................................................................. 4 8.1 GREEN HEAD COAST CARE MEETING 12 DECEMBER 2019 HELD AT GREEN HEAD
COMMUNITY HALL ....................................................................................................................... 4 8.2 AUDIT COMMITTEE MEETING HELD WEDNESDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2020 HELD AT LEEMAN
RECEATION CENTRE .................................................................................................................. 5 8.3 ORDINARY MEETING HELD WEDNESDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2020 HELD AT LEEMAN
RECREATION CENTRE ............................................................................................................... 5
9. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE PERSON PRESIDING WITHOUT DISCUSSION: .......................... 5
10. MATTER FOR WHICH MEETING MAY BE CLOSED; ...................................................................... 5
11. REPORTS: ................................................................................................................................................. 6
11.1 ACTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER: .............................................................................................. 6 11.1.1 RESPONSE TO AUDIT FINDINGS ............................................................................................... 6 11.1.2 SHIRE OF COOROW AUDIT COMMITTEE – 2019 COMPLIANCE AUDIT RETURN .................11 11.1.3 DEED OF VARIATION – LOCAL GOVERNMENT HOUSE TRUST ............................................ 13 11.1.4 REVIEW OF POLICIES ............................................................................................................... 29 11.1.5 POOL REFURBISHMENT PROPOSAL ...................................................................................... 38 11.1.6 ADDITIONAL PARCELS – SOUTH WEST NATIVE TITLE SETTLEMENT ................................. 41 11.1.7 DROUGHT COMMUNITY GRANT EXTENSION ........................................................................ 50
11.2 MANAGER OF WORKS AND SERVICES: ........................................................................................ 52
11.3 DEPUTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER: .......................................................................................... 53 11.3.1 LIST OF ACCOUNTS PAID FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2020 ....................................... 53 11.3.2 MONTHLY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY – FEBRUARY 2020 ................................. 55 11.3.3 WRITE OFF OUTSTANDING RATES BALANCE ....................................................................... 67 11.3.4 LIONS CANCER INSTITUTE – SPECIAL CHILDREN’S BIG DAY OUT.....................................70
12. QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS OF WHICH DUE NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN: ............................. 71
13. URGENT BUSINESS APPROVED BY THE PERSON PRESIDING OR BY DECISION: .......... 71
14. MATTERS BEHIND CLOSED DOORS: .............................................................................................. 71
15. DATE OF NEXT MEETING: .................................................................................................................. 71 15.1 ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL.......................................................................................... 71
16. CLOSURE: ............................................................................................................................................... 72
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1. DECLARATION OF OPENING / ANNOUNCEMENT OF VISITORS: The President, Cr Moira J Girando, welcomed those present and opened the Meeting at 5.45 pm. The Shire of Coorow acknowledges the Aboriginal peoples of Western Australia as the traditional custodians of this land, and we pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
2. RECORD OF ATTENDANCE / APOLOGIES / LEAVE OF
ABSENCE PREVIOUSLY APPROVED
Councillor M J Girando President Councillor B A Jack Deputy President Councillor M R Bothe Councillor G V Heales Councillor R R Kau Councillor V J Muller Councillor V R Oakes Councillor S D Peck Mr J Merrick Acting Chief Executive Officer Mrs L J Parola Deputy Chief Executive Officer Mr K Bean Manager of Works & Services Ms E Budrikis Community & Economic Development Officer
3. REPONSE TO PREVIOUS PUBLIC QUESTIONS TAKEN ON
NOTICE: Nil
4. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME: Nil
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5. APPICATION FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE:
Nil
6. DECLARATION OF INTEREST: Nil
7. PETITIONS/DEPUTATIONS/PRESENTATIONS: Nil
8. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
8.1 GREEN HEAD COAST CARE MEETING 12 DECEMBER 2019 HELD AT GREEN HEAD COMMUNITY HALL
RESOLUTION: 2020/012 Moved: Cr Oakes Seconded: Cr Heales That the Minutes of the Green Head Coast Care Meeting held on Wednesday 12 December 2019 be received.
CARRIED 8/0 Simple Majority
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8.2 AUDIT COMMITTEE MEETING HELD WEDNESDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2020 HELD AT LEEMAN RECEATION CENTRE
8.3 ORDINARY MEETING HELD WEDNESDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2020 HELD AT
LEEMAN RECREATION CENTRE
9. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE PERSON PRESIDING WITHOUT DISCUSSION:
Nil
10. MATTER FOR WHICH MEETING MAY BE CLOSED;
Nil
RESOLUTION: 2020/013 Muller Moved: Cr Heales Seconded: Cr Kau That the Minutes of the Audit Committee Meeting held on Wednesday 12 February 2020 be received.
CARRIED 8/0 Simple Majority
RESOLUTION: 2020/014 Moved: Cr Heales Seconded: Cr Kau That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on Wednesday 12 February 2020 be confirmed as true and correct.
CARRIED 8 /0 Simple Majority
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11. REPORTS:
11.1 ACTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER:
11.1.1 RESPONSE TO AUDIT FINDINGS
Reporting Officer: Acting Chief Executive Officer Responsible Executive: Acting Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM0297 – Community & Recreation Grants Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: Nil Voting Requirements: Simple Majority ____________________________________________________________________ COUNCIL ROLE
Executive The substantial direction setting and oversight role of the Council eg adopting plans and reports, accepting tenders, setting and amending budgets.
REPORT PURPOSE: Council to endorse the recommendation of the Audit Committee. BACKGROUND: Following the annual audit by the Office of the Auditor General, the Acting Chief Executive Officer wrote to the Minister, as required under Section 7.12A of the Local Government Act 1995 (copy attached). This correspondence (report) apparently requires the endorsement of the Audit Committee, and subsequently, Council, before providing a copy to the Department, as explained in the letter from the Department, also attached. COMMENT: Unfortunately, I supposed that the fact that the Audit Committee and Council endorsed the findings of the Audit, and, adopted the Annual Report containing the Audit Report, and was made available to the public, that this would be sufficient endorsement. We are indeed fortunate that the Department’s diligence and dedication to detail has been able to point out the errors of my ways. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: Nil FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: Nil
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STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT: Nil POLICY IMPLICATIONS: Nil STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: Nil RISK IMPLICATION: Nil OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/015 Moved: Cr Peck Seconded: Cr Oakes That Council endorse the recommendations of the Audit Committee to endorse the attached report to the Minister and Department by the Acting Chief Executive Officer.
CARRIED 8/0 Simple Majority
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11.1.2 SHIRE OF COOROW AUDIT COMMITTEE – 2019 COMPLIANCE AUDIT
RETURN Reporting Officer: Acting Chief Executive Officer Responsible Executive: Acting Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM 0057 Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: 2019 Compliance Return Voting Requirements: Simple Majority ____________________________________________________________________ COUNCIL ROLE
Executive The substantial direction setting and oversight role of the Council eg adopting plans and reports, accepting tenders, setting and amending budgets.
REPORT PURPOSE: Presentation of the 2019 Compliance Audit Return for adoption BACKGROUND: Under the Local Government Audit Regulations 1996, a Local Government is required to carry out a Compliance Audit for the period 1 January to 31 December each year. The certified return must be submitted to the Director General, Department of Local Government and Communities by 31 March. The local government’s audit committee is required to review the compliance audit return and is to report to the council the results of that review. The Compliance Audit return must then be:
1. presented to Council at a meeting of the Council 2. adopted by the Council, and 3. recorded in the Minutes of the Meeting at which it is adopted.
A copy of the Return is submitted for Councillors’ perusal, comment and adoption by Council at its Ordinary Meeting to be held in April 2019. It is a requirement that the Shire President and Chief Executive Officer sign the Return. COMMENT: No responses in the report were in the negative and, therefore, no items are required to be brought to Council’s attention. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: Nil FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: Nil
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STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT: Local Government (Audit) Regulations 1996 - 14. Compliance audits by local governments 15. Compliance audit return, certified copy of etc. to be given to Executive Director POLICY IMPLICATIONS: Nil STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: Nil RISK IMPLICATION: Nil OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/016 Moved: Cr Peck Seconded: Cr Muller That the:
1. Recommendation of the Shire of Coorow Audit Committee be accepted and that the 2019 Compliance Audit Return (submitted as separate Attachment 11.1.2) be adopted;
2. Adoption of the 2019 Audit Compliance Audit Return be recorded in the Minutes of Council; and
3. Chief Executive Officer and the Shire President to sign/certify the 2019 Compliance Audit Return.
CARRIED 8/0 Simple Majority
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11.1.3 DEED OF VARIATION – LOCAL GOVERNMENT HOUSE TRUST Reporting Officer: Acting Chief Executive Officer Responsible Executive: Acting Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM0425 Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: Deed of Variation & Clause 12 of the Trust Deed Voting Requirements: Simple Majority ____________________________________________________________________ COUNCIL ROLE
Advocacy When Council advocates on its own behalf or on behalf of its community to another level of government/body/agency.
REPORT PURPOSE: That Council consents to the “Deed of Variation”. BACKGROUND: The Shire of Coorow is a beneficiary of the Local Government House Trust which owns the building at 170 Railway Parade, West Leederville which houses WALGA. Recent legal advice to WALGA suggests that it prepares a Deed of Variation to the trust deed to protect WALGA’s income tax exemptions through its existence as a State/Territory Body (STB). Approval for this variation requires agreement by at least 75% of the beneficiaries. COMMENT: The current trust deed commenced in 1993 for a period of 79 years and was amended in 2002 to reflect the merger of metropolitan and country associations to form what is now WALGA. The legal advice suggests that these amendments provide greater power to the beneficiaries through the Board of Management, the Board of Management being Local Governments, and strengthens the status of WALGA as an STB. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: Shire of Coorow WALGA FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: Nil STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT:
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Nil POLICY IMPLICATIONS: Nil STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: Nil RISK IMPLICATION: There are no known risks with this recommendation OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/017 Moved: Cr Jack Seconded: Cr Peck That Council consent to the Deed of Variation – Local Government House Trust in accordance with the attached documentation.
CARRIED 8/0 Simple Majority
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11.1.4 REVIEW OF POLICIES
Reporting Officer: Acting Chief Executive Officer Responsible Executive: Acting Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM0437 – Corporate Management - Policy Manual Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: Policies – 2.1.2 & 6.1.1 Voting Requirements: Simple Majority ____________________________________________________________________ COUNCIL ROLE
Legislative Includes adopting local laws, local planning schemes and policies. REPORT PURPOSE: For Council to consider changes to policies 2.1.2 & 6.1.1 to remove references to the Manager Regulatory Services and other minor corrections. BACKGROUND: Since the restructure of the Shire administration functions, some policies need to be changed to remove references to positions that no longer exist, include references to new positions. 2.1.2 Private Use of Shire Vehicles
Remove Manager Regulatory Services 6.1.2 Council- Provided Staff Housing Remove Peter Crispin and replace with John Merrick COMMENT: There are no procedural or decision-making changes to these policies. The policies are only being updated to reflect changes in administration structure and community groups. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: Nil FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: Nil STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT: Nil POLICY IMPLICATIONS: 2.1.2 Private Use of Vehicles 6.1.1 Council – Provided Staff Housing
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STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: Good policies provide guidance to staff to achieve the outcomes required by Council in a more timely fashion. RISK IMPLICATION: When policies are not correct, there could be issues when trying to implement the requirements OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/018 Moved: Cr Peck Seconded: Cr Oakes That the updated policies 2.1.2 & 6.1.1 as attached, be adopted and included in the updated Policy Manual.
CARRIED 8/0 Simple Majority
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POLICY - GENERAL STAFF Sub Section: Staff General Policy Number: 2.1.2 Policy Subject: Private Use of Shire Vehicles Policy Statement: Shire vehicles private usage is to be as follows:
Chief Executive Officer - as per negotiated contract Deputy Chief Executive Officer - as per negotiated contract Manager Regulatory Services - as per negotiated contract Manager Works and Services - as per negotiated contract Leading Hand/Works Supervisor - Restricted Private Use Mechanic - Restricted Private Use Ranger - Commuting Use Coastal Works Supervisor - Restricted Private Use Gardener/Grader Drivers/etc (if a vehicle is required due to being on call)- Commuting Use
Objectives: To provide the Chief Executive Officer with parameters to offer
employees as part of their salary package. Guidelines: Definitions of Vehicle Usage for future contracts and policies.
• Unlimited Private Use: Unlimited Private use within the State of Western Australia unless otherwise stated in Officer’s Contract.
• Limited Private Use: Limited Private use, maximum private usage once per fortnight within permitted area bounded by towns of Geraldton (North), Jurien Bay (South) and Dalwallinu (East).
• Restricted Private Use: Restricted Private use, maximum private usage of one minor trip per annum by prior agreement with Supervisor/Manager.
• Commuting Use: Travel on Council Business and Private usage from home to work and return only.
Existing arrangements with employees will remain and conditions will revert to this policy as new appointments are made.
First Adopted: 17 June 1997 Last review: 19 July 2017, 2017-090, 18 February2020, 2020-
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6.1.2 SHIRE PROVIDED STAFF HOUSING
(Included information for Staff Living in Dwellings provided by the Shire of Coorow)
Updated 2018
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Contacts
CONTACT PHONE EMAIL Coorow Administration Centre (08) 9952 0100 [email protected] Leeman Administration Centre (08) 9953 1388 [email protected] Peter Crispin, Chief Executive Officer 0428 521 100 [email protected] John Merrick, Chief Executive Officer 0428 521 100 [email protected] Leanne Parola, Deputy CEO 0428 521 107 [email protected] Kelvin Bean, Manager of Works and Services 0428 521 103 [email protected]
Leonie Quantock, Property Management Officer (08) 9953 1388 [email protected]
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Objectives The objectives of the Shire of Coorow Housing Scheme and, by extension, of this policy are to:
• Attract people with the skills and experience necessary to carry out the duties required of Executive staff.
• Provide an additional financial incentive to members of the Works Crews who might not otherwise commence work or remain with the Shire.
• Provide housing opportunities where there may be limited other alternatives in the area for prospective employees.
Introduction The Shire of Coorow provides housing to Executive staff and other employees at the Chief Executive Officer’s discretion, subject to operational requirements. The Shire of Coorow Housing Scheme was established to ensure Shire’s stock of staff housing is maintained to an acceptable level and renewed when required. A Housing budget exists for ongoing maintenance and repairs, renovations, rates and insurances associated with the operation of the staff housing portfolio. The dwellings owned by Shire for the purposes of staff housing vary in size and are used to maximise their ability to house the mix of staff, single or married, in each location. The locations relating to the Shire of Coorow Housing Scheme have been categorised into 2 groups. The eligibility and conditions for Housing vary between these groups. Group 1 Executive Housing – housing reserved for Council’s Executive Staff members as per individual contract agreements. Group 2 Staff Housing – housing reserved for Works Crew employees and Administration Staff members.
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Eligibility Council housing rents are heavily subsidized to provide accommodation at rates significantly better than that in the private rental market and are reviewed annually. Council-provided staff housing is restricted to:
• Executive Staff housing in Leeman • Executive Staff housing in Coorow • Existing Staff housing in Leeman • Existing Staff housing in Coorow.
Council will not provide additional Staff Housing in Leeman other than replacing existing stock. Council will, wherever possible, encourage staff to purchase existing Housing Stock. As an incentive, Council pays a weekly housing allowance to employees who provide their own housing, the actual figure being reviewed annually. Staff are entitled to either the subsidised rental or housing allowance whilst employed by Council. Only one subsidised rental or housing allowance is payable per property. This clause applies in the instance of more than one family member working for Shire or in the instance of “house sharing”. Relevant Forms The following forms which may be useful to staff members residing, or intending to reside, in Shire provided staff housing are included as annexures to this document:
• Application for Assistance with Bond Payment • Check List for Vacating a Property
Any employee being offered Council-provided staff housing will be required to sign a tenancy agreement in the form of Form 1AA, pursuant to Section 27A of the Residential Tenancies Act 1987 and Regulation 10AA(a) of the Residential Tenancies Regulations 1989. Form 1AA is included as an annexure to this document.
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Shire of Coorow Staff Housing
Application for Assistance with Bond Payment
Name Employee Code Rental Address
Commencement Date of Lease Weekly Rent $
Other Occupants
Application is being made for assistance with the Bond Standard Bond $ Note
Rent-in-Advance is normally paid as follows: Four weeks rental value
Paid Up Front $ Total $
Re-Payment of Bond via Payroll Deductions Specify the No. of Fortnightly Pay Periods you wish to nominate for re-paying the Bond on the above property
______
Pay Periods
Note Repayments via Payroll Deductions can be made in equal instalments up to 4 pay periods
Tenant’s Declaration I hereby apply for assistance with the payment of Council’s Bond as specified above. Furthermore, I acknowledge that re-payment in full will be made in equal instalments via Payroll Deductions commencing in the first pay period after the date the Tenancy commences. Signed by Applicant ____________________________________ Date ________________
Application Approval (Office Use Only) The following TOTAL amount is to be deducted from:
Employee _____________________________ Account Name _____________________
Name of Bank_________________________ BSB No. ___________ Account No. ___________
Repayment of $____________ per fortnight for the next ___ Pay Periods is to commence in the first Pay Period after the Tenancy commences.
Total $__________
Signed By CEO ______________________________ Date _________________
Signed By Payroll Officer ______________________________ Date _________________
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Shire of Coorow Staff Housing
Check List for Vacating a Dwelling If you are vacating a Shire provided dwelling, the following checklist may assist you to leave the premises as closely as possible in the same condition, fair wear and tear excepted, as at the commencement of your tenancy.
Area Action Checked Floors Vacuum/shampoo/disinfect all carpets removing any new
stains.
Vacuum/sweep and mop all vinyl and tile surfaces. Shift all items of furnishing and clean floors.
Wall and Ceilings
Wipe clean any scuff marks etc. Clean to remove any dirt or dust.
Window Furnishings
Ensure all furnishings are hung properly. Wipe clean all blinds. Wash or dry clean all curtains.
Windows and Doors
Clean all glass inside and out. Clean all sills and window tracks. Clean all flyscreens and security screens.
Fittings Wipe clean all ceiling fans. Wipe clean all light fittings. Wipe clean all exhaust fans. Clean all sinks, troughs and toilet.
Appliances Defrost and clean fridge/freezer, turn off power and leave doors open.
Clean stove, hot plates and oven. Turn off gas bottles and electricity. Clean air conditioners and filters.
Cupboards Clean all shelves and doors. Clean pantry thoroughly. Clean all bench tops. Clean bathroom vanity and mirrors.
External Ensure all gardens are neat and tidy and grass mowed. Sweep/hose all verandas and carport. Remove all cobwebs under verandas. Close meter box and turn off power supply.
Things to Arrange 1. Disconnect Telephone and then settle your Account. 2. Disconnect Power Supply or have a final reading taken and then settle your Account. 3. Have a final Water reading taken and then settle your Account. 4. Lock all Doors and Windows and leave keys at the Coorow Administration Centre or Leeman
Administration Centre.
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11.1.5 POOL REFURBISHMENT PROPOSAL
Reporting Officer: Community and Economic Development Officer Responsible Executive: Acting Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM0297– Community & Recreation Grants Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: Nil Voting Requirements: Simple Majority ____________________________________________________________________ COUNCIL ROLE:
Executive The substantial direction setting and oversight role of the Council eg
adopting plans and reports, accepting tenders, setting and amending budgets.
REPORT PURPOSE: Council to approve the scope of works to upgrade the Coorow Swimming pool. The approved scope of works will be submitted to WALGA to manage the tendering process. BACKGROUND: Funding has been approved for an amount of $650,000 to be utilised to improve the Coorow Swimming pool facilities. As the amount approved is substantially less than the initial application, staff have identified through reports and consultation the critical works required and will be undertaking Stage 1 of the pool redevelopment. Stage 2 scope of works will include the installation of a co-use facility to replace the current office and change rooms. The co-use facility as previous designs indicate will be housed on the hockey ground side of the pool to provide toilets and change rooms to hockey players and spectators. The co-use facility will also include a gym, training room and storage. Staff have engaged WALGA to provide management of the tender for Stage 1 COMMENT: As Council are aware, the pool has various areas of non-compliance that the Shire aims to address through this project. Stage 1 Scope of works:
• Installation and construction of an access ramp on the left side of the pool closest to vacant lot.
• Installation of balance tank to the right side of the pump house (carpark side) to include automatic top of system
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• Skimmer boxes replaced with wet deck with alternative grate to prevent build up of materials
• Pool piping separated from smaller pools with installation of piping along right side of pool to separate filtration, pumping, and dosing system for two smaller pools
• Installation of 2 electrolytic onsite (one commercial, one household) chlorinators to utilise the high salt levels in town water and reduce ongoing cost of chlorine dosing. In the event of reduced salt due to increased rain fall etc salt can be added via the balance tank at a minimal cost. However, salt levels historically identified in the Coorow town water supply are at an appropriate level to generate the required amount of chlorine
• Installation of automated dosing system to allow for accurate readings and reduce manual handling
• Servicing and replacement of sand in current filtration system located at the rear of the pump house
• Installation of new jets in large and two small pools as per regulations • Installation of new skimmer boxes with appropriate safety features in the two
small pools as per regulations. • Installation of new pump and pipe works in pump house for large pool • All paving to be replaced with larger cream pavers as per previous Shire capital
works • All waste to be placed in skips provided • All equipment to be included • All travel and accommodation to be included
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: Pool Manager, Shire of Coorow ACEO, Shire of Coorow DCEO, Shire of Coorow Regional Manager, Department of Local Government, Sport, Culture and Industries MWS, Shire of Coorow FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: The Draft budget includes an amount of $1.95 Million to complete Stage 1 works, with approved external funding approved of $650,000, Swimming Pool Reserve Funds of $400,000 and a loan of $600,000. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT: Nil POLICY IMPLICATIONS: 3.7.2 - Asset Management
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STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: The projects identified from the Shire’s Integrated Planning and Reporting documents are already included in the long term financial plan for future years. RISK IMPLICATION: There are none at this time OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/019 Moved: Cr Bothe Seconded: Cr Jack That Council adopt the scope of works for stage one outlined in the report, subject to the 600 mm x 600 mm pavers being reused.
CARRIED 7/1 Simple Majority
Councillor Peck voted against the motion
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11.1.6 ADDITIONAL PARCELS – SOUTH WEST NATIVE TITLE SETTLEMENT Reporting Officer: Acting Chief Executive Officer Responsible Executive: Acting Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM0039 – Council Properties, acquisition & Disposal,
Native Title Claims Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: 11.1.6 - Draft Response Voting Requirements: Simple Majority ____________________________________________________________________ COUNCIL ROLE:
Quasi-judicial When Council determines an application/matter that directly affects a
person’s rights and interests. The judicial character arises from the obligation to abide by the principles of natural justice eg local planning applications, building licences, other permits/licences (eg under Health Act, Dog Act or local laws and other decisions that may be appealable to the State Administrative Tribunal (SAT)
REPORT PURPOSE: To consider additional land parcels identified for possible transfer as part of the South West Native Title Settlement. BACKGROUND: As part of the South West Settlement up to 320,000 ha of UCL is to be transferred to the Noongar People to create the Noongar Land Estate, and the Department of Lands is currently identifying land throughout the South West Native Title Claim Area. The Department of Lands has previously sought the Shire’s comment on 68 UCL parcels within the Shire of Coorow, totalling an area of 11,621.45 ha. They have now identified another 13 properties. COMMENT: Identified parcels are proposed to be transferred to the Noongar People as part of the South West Settlement Land Base Package. It is the State Government’s intention that post settlement the land be transferred as freehold, however, Noongar People will have the opportunity to select the land at a lesser tenure, being reserve or leasehold as the process moves forward. The Department of Lands have provided a list of a further 13 UCL parcels and requested that the Shire review this and provide comments in response to a number of questions.
1. Is the Shire supportive of the transfer of this land to the Noongar People under the Settlement?
2. Does the Shire have any interest in the land?
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3. Does the Shire have existing or planned infrastructure within the land parcel that requires protection? If yes, please provide details and advise if access to this infrastructure will need to be maintained.
4. Is the land parcel subject to any mandatory connection to services? 5. Are any future proposals for the land identified? Please provide detail of what is
proposed and in what timeframe? 6. Are there any future proposals for adjoining land that may affect the land
identified in the spreadsheet? If so, in what timeframe? 7. Please advise of any proposed planning scheme amendments that may affect
the zoning of this land at a State or Local government level. If a scheme amendment is to occur, what is the change proposed and when will it come into effect?
8. Please advise of any known land management issues such as site contamination, hazards, debris or rubbish dumping, unauthorised land use and environmental considerations (such as inundation or similar site constraints).
9. Please provide any additional comments on the proposed transfer of this land as part of the Settlement.
Twelve of the land parcels are located on Thomas Road in Leeman (to the east of the caravan park), as shown in blue below:
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The other parcel is the following reserve at the intersection of Coorow Latham Road and Waddy Forest Road:
Attachment XXX includes the proposed response to each of the questions posed by the Department. A copy of background and explanatory information (including a Frequently Asked Question section) prepared by the Department of the Premier and Cabinet in relation to the South West Native Title Settlement process is provided as Attachment 11.1.6 The South West Native Title Settlement Fact Sheet prepared by the Department of Premier and Cabinet notes that: “On what basis are local governments able to comment on parcels of land
being reserved for Noongar interests? Local governments cannot veto a proposal but will be invited to advise the
Department of Lands with regard to: • Whether there are existing local interests in the same land that
cannot be met elsewhere; • Whether there are future proposals for the same land or land within
the same general location;
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• Whether there are planning schemes that could affect future use of the land;
• Whether there are other relevant land management issues; and • Any other advice they may wish to provide about the allocation of the
land to the Noongar Boodja Trust. DoL will take account of all reasonable responses from local government
authorities. Depending on the circumstances DoL may ask for further information or seek a meeting with the local government body.
With respect to the freehold implementation process, there is no
requirement for local government to be consulted, as the land being transferred is owned in freehold title by the WA Government.”
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT There has not been adequate time allowed by the Department for any stakeholder engagement. FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: There may be some future financial implication to the Shire if Noongar People expresses that it has an interest in a UCL parcel. The South West Native Title Settlement Fact Sheet prepared by the Department of Premier and Cabinet notes that: “Will the Noongar Boodja Trust need to pay rates on the Freehold land
allocated under the Settlement? As the owner of the freehold land, the Noongar Boodja Trust will be
required to meet the normal costs, including rates or service charges, associated with owning freehold land. Freehold land can be exempted from rates under s. 6.26(2)(g) of the Local Government Act 1995 (WA) where that land is used exclusively for charitable purposes. However, if the freehold land is used for a commercial purpose or leased for a commercial enterprise, it will not be exempt from rates.”
If the housing lots in Leeman are taken over as freehold, they should be subject to rates. The current minimum rates for the twelve blocks would provide the Shire $9,780 per annum, this would increase if the blocks are developed. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT: The South West Native Title Settlement and associated Indigenous Land Use Agreements have been prepared to resolve the 6 Noongar native title claims across the South West Claim Area in compliance with the Commonwealth Native Title Act 1993. The Department of Lands are consulting with the Shire of Coorow as per the requirements of Section 14 of the Land Administration Act 1997:
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“Before exercising in relation to Crown land any power conferred by this Act, the Minister must, unless it is impracticable to do so, consult the local government within the district of which the Crown land is situated concerning that exercise.”
POLICY IMPLICATIONS: Nil STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: Reference is made within Attachment XXX to key Shire strategic documents as they relate to each of the 13 UCL parcels. RISK IMPLICATION: There are no known risk implications OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/020 Moved: Cr Peck Seconded: Cr Bothe That the attached response in regard to additional parcels identified for possible transfer as part of the South West Native Title Settlement be endorsed.
CARRIED 8/0 Simple Majority
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Lots 408-416 and 418-20 Thomas Street Leeman
Zoning: Residential (R15)
1. Is the Shire supportive of the transfer of this land to the Noongar People under the Settlement? YES
2. Does the Shire have any interest in the land?
NO
3. Does the Shire have existing or planned infrastructure within the land parcel that requires protection? If yes, please provide details and advise if access to this infrastructure will need to be maintained. NO
4. Is the land parcel subject to any mandatory connection to services? YES- The Town Planning Scheme requires residential land to be connected to power, water, sewerage and fronted by sealed road.
5. Are any future proposals for the land identified? Please provide detail of what is proposed and in what timeframe? No NO
6. Are there any future proposals for adjoining land that may affect the land identified in the spreadsheet? If so, in what timeframe? NO
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7. Please advise of any proposed planning scheme amendments that may affect the zoning of this land at a State or Local government level. If a scheme amendment is to occur, what is the change proposed and when will it come into effect? NONE
8. Please advise of any known land management issues such as site contamination, hazards, debris or rubbish dumping, unauthorised land use and environmental considerations (such as inundation or similar site constraints). THERE ARE NONE KNOWN
9. Please provide any additional comments on the proposed transfer of this land as part of the Settlement. IF THE LAND IS TO BE FREEHOLD PRESUMABLY IT WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE PAYMENT OF ANNUAL RATES
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Reserve R12043, Waddy Forest
Current Purpose: Water
Responsible Agency: DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, LANDS AND HERITAGE (SLSD)
1. Is the Shire supportive of the transfer of this land to the Noongar People under the Settlement? YES
2. Does the Shire have any interest in the land? NO
3. Does the Shire have existing or planned infrastructure within the land parcel that requires protection? If yes, please provide details and advise if access to this infrastructure will need to be maintained. NO
4. Is the land parcel subject to any mandatory connection to services? NO
5. Are any future proposals for the land identified? Please provide detail of what is proposed and in what timeframe? NO
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6. Are there any future proposals for adjoining land that may affect the land
identified in the spreadsheet? If so, in what timeframe? NO
7. Please advise of any proposed planning scheme amendments that may affect the zoning of this land at a State or Local government level. If a scheme amendment is to occur, what is the change proposed and when will it come into effect? NONE
8. Please advise of any known land management issues such as site contamination, hazards, debris or rubbish dumping, unauthorised land use and environmental considerations (such as inundation or similar site constraints). NONE KNOWN
9. Please provide any additional comments on the proposed transfer of this land as part of the Settlement. IF THE LAND IS TO BE FREEHOLD PRESUMABLY IT WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE PAYMENT OF ANNUAL RATES
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11.1.7 DROUGHT COMMUNITY GRANT EXTENSION Reporting Officer: Community and Economic Development Officer Responsible Executive: Acting Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM0297– Community & Recreation Grants Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: Nil Voting Requirements: Simple Majority ____________________________________________________________________ COUNCIL ROLE:
Executive The substantial direction setting and oversight role of the Council eg
adopting plans and reports, accepting tenders, setting and amending budgets.
REPORT PURPOSE: To approve Council projects to be included in the application to the Drought Community Program – Extension 2020 BACKGROUND: 27 January the Federal government announced 52 WA Councils have access to the Drought Community Program – Extension. Coorow was named as one the Councils, having access to $1million. At its February Ordinary Meeting, Council agreed to send out an Expression of Interest to community members. These will be presented to Council at the April meeting for approval as per the grant criteria. This item provides project scope and cost for Council identified projects for inclusion in the application to the funding body. COMMENT: Project details listed below: Water Harvesting Maley Park Scope: To improve the current infrastructure located on Bothe’s property to improve the capacity to harvest the available water and direct it to the Maley Park recreational facilities. To improve and install further pump infrastructure and storage at the Coorow Caravan Park. To install a new damn located at the Maley Park grounds (20m wide x 60m Long x 4m Deep) with pumps and piping installed to create catchment from Midlands Road, CBH and Maley Park.
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Cost: $175,000 Council Contribution: $0 Leeman and Green Head Signage and Information Bay Upgrade Scope: To install improved directional and tourism signage in Leeman and Green Head To upgrade and install improved information bays in Leeman and Green Head Cost: $120,000 Council Contribution: $25,000 Coorow Town Site Beautification Scope: To upgrade bins, seating, planter boxes, directional signage To update entry statements on Midlands Road To update and improve shire managed gardens located on Main Street Cost $60,000 Council Contribution: $0 Coorow Caravan Park Chalets and Beautification Scope: To install two prefabricated chalets at the Coorow Caravan Park to provide inclusive accommodation To improve and upgrade the Coorow Caravan Park’s external equipment ie seating, shade, evening lighting and gardens Cost: $250,000 Council Contribution: $30,000 Total project cost: $605,000 Council Contribution: $55,000 Remainder of available funds for Expressions of Interest received from Community: $395,000 If Expressions of Interest applications aren’t over prescribed and a balance remains, staff will present additional Council projects to be included for approval at the April Council Meeting. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: ACEO, Shire of Coorow DCEO, Shire of Coorow MWS, Shire of Coorow FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: The funding is available until May 2021 with all projects required to be completed by July 2021. An application will be submitted in May of 2020 to provide Council and community groups up to 10 months to complete all project work in line with grant acquittal time frames.
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An amount of $55,000 has been identified in the current draft budget to be included in this application. No further contributions have been allowed for with items listed no longer part of the LTFP. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT: Nil POLICY IMPLICATIONS: 3.7.2 - Asset Management STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: The projects identified from the Shire’s Integrated Planning and Reporting documents are already included in the long term financial plan for future years. RISK IMPLICATION: There are none at this time OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/021 Moved: Cr Bothe Seconded: Cr Kau To approve the identified Council projects as outlined in this report:
• Water Harvesting Extension Maley Park • Leeman and Green Head signage and information bay upgrades • Coorow Town Site Beautification • Coorow Caravan Park Beautification • Coorow Caravan Park Chalets
CARRIED 8/0 Simple Majority
11.2 MANAGER OF WORKS AND SERVICES:
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11.3 DEPUTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER:
11.3.1 LIST OF ACCOUNTS PAID FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2020
Subject List of Accounts Paid Reporting Officer: Finance Officer Responsible Executive: Deputy Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM0652 – Financial Management Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: List of Accounts for Payment Voting Requirements: Simple Majority ____________________________________________________________________ Council Role
Review When Council reviews decisions made by officers.
REPORT PURPOSE: For Council to accept the list of accounts paid since the last list was prepared. BACKGROUND: The Chief Executive Officer has been delegated authority to make payments from the Municipal account. The Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996 require a list of payments made under delegated authority to be prepared each month and presented to the next ordinary meeting of Council following the preparation of the list. COMMENT: The list has been prepared showing payments made under delegation since the last list was prepared for the 12 February 2020 ordinary meeting of Council. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: Nil FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: Nil STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT: Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996 - s13 List of accounts POLICY IMPLICATIONS: Nil STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: Nil RISK IMPLICATIONS:
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This review process should help to ensure that payments are always made under the correct authority. OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/022 Moved: Cr Heales Seconded: Cr Muller That the list of accounts paid under delegated authority for the month of February 2020 as presented be accepted, including MUNICIPAL FUND Cheques 20357 - 20362 $ 4,171.92 Payroll DD’s 01/02/2020 – 29/02/2020 $ 137,575.14 EFTS 14788 - 14891 $ 369,535.46 Direct Debits 01/02/2020 – 29/02/2020 $ 52,140.07 TOTALLING $ 563,422.59 TRUST FUND EFTS N/A $ 0.00 Cheques N/A $ 0.00 TOTALLING $ 0.00
CARRIED 8/0 Simple Majority
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11.3.2 MONTHLY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY – FEBRUARY 2020 Reporting Officer: Deputy Chief Executive Officer Responsible Executive: Deputy Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM0652 – Financial Management-EOM Processing Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: 11.3.2 – Monthly Statement of Financial Activity Voting Requirements: Simple Majority ____________________________________________________________________ Council Role:
Executive The substantial direction setting and oversight role of the Council eg adopting plans and reports, accepting tenders, setting and amending budgets.
REPORT PURPOSE: For Council to accept the Monthly Statement of Financial Activity. BACKGROUND: In accordance with the Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996, regulation 34 stipulates that a Local Government is to prepare each month a statement of financial activity reporting on the sources and applications of funds, as set out in the annual budget under regulation 22(1) (d), for that month. The form of the Monthly Financial Statements usually presented to Council is a Statement of Financial Activity, which also includes supplementary information including an Operating Statement Function and Activity, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Graph. COMMENT: The Shire is required to prepare the Statement of Financial Activity as per Local Government (Financial Management) Regulation 36, but can resolve to have supplementary information included as required. All mandatory information is provided and the closing surplus balances to the net current assets at 29 February 2020. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: Nil FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: Nil STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT: Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996
- s34 Financial activity statement required each month (Act s. 6.4)
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POLICY IMPLICATIONS: Nil STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: Nil RISK IMPLICATIONS: Nil OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/023 Moved: Cr Bothe Seconded: Cr Oakes That the Monthly Statement of Financial Activity as included at Attachment 11.3.2 for the period ended 29 February 2020 be accepted.
CARRIED 8/0 Simple Majority
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SHIRE OF COOROW
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT(Containing the Statement of Financial Activity)
For the Period Ended 29 February 2020
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1995
LOCAL GOVERNMENT (FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT) REGULATIONS 1996
0
1,000
2,000
3,000
4,000
5,000
6,000
7,000
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Amount $ ( '000s)
Month ending
Budget Operating Revenues ‐v‐ Actual (Refer Note 1)
Budget 2019‐20
Actual 2019‐20
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
10000
12000
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Amount $ ( '000s)
Month ending
Budget Operating Expenses ‐v‐ YTD Actual (Refer Note 1)
Budget 2019‐20
Actual 2019‐20
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Amount $ ( '000s)
Month ending
Budget Capital Revenue ‐v‐ Actual (Refer Note 1)
Budget 2019‐20
Actual 2019‐20
0
200
400
600
800
1,000
1,200
1,400
1,600
1,800
2,000
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
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Budget 2019‐20
Actual 2019‐20
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Var. $
(b)‐(a)
Var. %
(b)‐(a)/(a)Var.
$ $ $ $ $ %
Opening Funding Surplus (Deficit) 2,008,404 2,008,404 2,008,404 (0) (0%)
Revenue from operating activitiesRates 3,299,495 3,299,669 1,448 3,269,228 (30,441) (1%)
Operating Grants, Subsidies and 0
Contributions 1,170,494 849,156 224,771 895,252 46,096 5%
Fees and Charges 579,263 497,062 16,150 512,523 15,461 3%
Interest Earnings 118,326 58,176 4,979 42,364 (15,812) (27%)
Other Revenue 59,050 53,696 1,423 61,783 8,087 15%
Profit on Disposal of Assets 42,061 3,984 0 0 (3,984) (100%)
5,268,690 4,761,743 248,771 4,781,150 19,407 0%
Expenditure from operating activities
Employee Costs (2,204,965) (1,469,128) (122,961) (1,126,100) 343,028 23%
Materials and Contracts (2,090,089) (1,413,127) (167,443) (1,116,667) 296,460 21%
Utility Charges (275,401) (183,208) (70,830) (218,441) (35,233) (19%)
Depreciation on Non‐Current Assets (6,271,412) (4,180,880) (474,057) (4,109,157) 71,723 2%
Interest Expenses (7,422) (4,944) 0 (4,414) 530 11%
Insurance Expenses (207,007) (172,219) 0 (204,491) (32,272) (19%)
Other Expenditure (75,976) (41,034) (140) (42,728) (1,694) (4%)
Loss on Disposal of Assets (116,564) (70,560) 0 (8,389)(11,248,835) (7,535,100) (835,431) (6,830,386) 704,714 9%
Operating activities excluded from budgetAdd back Depreciation 6,271,412 4,180,880 474,057 4,109,157 (71,723) (2%)
Adjust (Profit)/Loss on Asset Disposal 74,503 66,576 0 8,389 (58,187) (87%)
Adjust Provisions and Accruals 3,963 7 0 2 (6) (76%)
Amount attributable to operating activities 369,732 1,474,106 (112,603) 2,068,311 594,205
Investing activitiesGrants, Subsidies and Contributions 877,844 490,198 0 393,689 (96,509) (20%)
Proceeds from Disposal of Assets 210,057 124,896 0 97,091 (27,805) (22%)
Land and Buildings (466,753) (311,028) (153,423) 157,605 51%
Infrastructure Assets ‐ Roads (1,621,526) (1,140,418) (1,184,375) (43,957) (4%)
Infrastructure Assets ‐ Other (459,820) (388,780) (239,768) 149,012 38%
Infrastructure Assets ‐ Footpaths (86,993) (64,196) 0 64,196 100%
Infrastructure Assets ‐ Drainage (13,000) (13,000) (13,046) (46) (0%)
Plant and Equipment (532,241) (445,756) (202,502) 243,254 55%
Amount attributable to investing activities (2,092,432) (1,748,084) 0 (1,302,334) 445,750 25%
Financing ActivitiesProceeds from Advances 22,047 0 21,879 10,940 10,940
Transfer from Reserves 120,319 0 0 0 0
Repayment of Debentures (37,293) (24,856) 0 (26,185) (1,329) (5%)
Transfer to Reserves (390,777) 0 0 0 0
Amount attributable to financing activities (285,704) (24,856) 21,879 (15,245) 9,611 39%
Closing Funding Surplus (Deficit) 0 1,709,570 (90,724) 2,759,135 1,049,565 61%
Indicates a variance between Year to Date (YTD) Budget and YTD Actual data as per the adopted materiality threshold.
Refer to Note 2 for an explanation of the reasons for the variance.
This statement is to be read in conjunction with the accompanying Financial Statements and notes.
SHIRE OF COOROWSTATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY
(By Nature or Type)For the Period Ended 29 February 2020
Amended
Annual
Budget
Amended YTD
Budget
(a)
YTD
Actual
(b)
This Month
Actual
(b)
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Note 1: Explanation of Material Variances
The material variance thresholds are adopted annually by Council as an indicator of whether the actual expenditure or revenue varies from the year to date budget materially.The material variance adopted by Council for the 2019/20 year is $10,000 or 10% whichever is the greater.
Reporting Program Var. $ Var. % Var.Timing/
PermanentExplanation of Variance
Operating Revenues $ %
Rates (30,441) ‐1%
Operating Grants, Subsidies and 0
Contributions 46,096 5%
Fees and Charges 15,461 3%
Service Charges 0
Interest Earnings (15,812) ‐27%
U
Timing Budget profiling for Municipal Investments are spread evenly
throughout the year, however most term deposits mature in the
second half of the year
Other Revenue 8,087 15%
Operating Expense
Employee Costs 343,028 23%
U
Permanent Combination of several unbudgeted capital jobs and not all
positions being occupied in the works and admin areas
Materials and Contracts 296,460 21%
UTiming Combination of several unbudgeted capital jobs and minor
underexpenditure across a number of accounts
Utility Charges (35,233) ‐19%
OPermanent Water usage at Maley Park Oval is significantly higher than
budgeted
Depreciation on Non‐Current Assets 71,723 2%
Interest Expenses 530 11%
Insurance Expenses (32,272) ‐19%
O
Timing Budget profiling for some accounts were spread throughout the
year instead of the two instalment dates
Other Expenditure (1,694) ‐4%
Capital Revenues
Grants, Subsidies and Contributions (96,509) (20%) U Timing R2R quarterly payment yet to be received
Proceeds from Disposal of Assets (27,805) (22%) U Timing The Prime Mover has yet to be traded
Capital Expenses
Land and Buildings 157,605 51% U Timing Capital projects not carried out at Depots yet
Infrastructure ‐ Roads (43,957) (4%)
Infrastructure ‐ Other 149,012 38% U Timing A number of jobs have yet to commence
Infrastructure ‐ Footpaths 64,196 100% U
Timing Budget profiling was not carried out for footpath projects
Plant and Equipment 243,254 55% U Timing The Primer Mover has yet to be delivered
Financing
Transfer from Reserves 0
Loan Principal Repayments (1,329) (5%)
Transfer to Reserves 0
SHIRE OF COOROWNOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY
For the Period Ended 29 February 2020
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Note 2: Net Current Funding Position
Last Years
Closing
This Time Last
Year Current
30 June 2020 01 Mar 2019 29 Feb 2020
$ $ $
Current Assets
Cash Unrestricted 2,230,610 2,819,715 2,781,613
Cash Restricted ‐ Conditions over Grants 0 0 0Cash Restricted 1,593,194 1,135,633 1,593,194Receivables ‐ Rates 123,145 289,542 277,312Receivables ‐ Other (136,966) 46,044 39,758Inventories 29,380 54,619 8,387
3,839,363 4,345,554 4,700,264
Less: Current LiabilitiesPayables (255,123) (188,849) (125,870)Provisions Loans (37,293) (25,777) (11,108)Provisions Leave (390,744) (396,602) (390,744)
(683,159) (611,228) (527,722)
Less: Cash Reserves (1,593,194) (1,135,633) (1,593,194)Less: Unspent Grants 0 0 0Add: Loan Current 37,293 25,777 11,108Less: SSL Sundry Debtors 227,953 (10,774) (11,108)Add: Leave Reserve 180,148 176,674 180,148
Net Current Funding Position 2,008,404 2,790,370 2,759,497
Comments ‐ Net Current Funding Position
SHIRE OF COOROW
NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY
For the Period Ended 29 February 2020
Positive=Surplus (Negative=Deficit)
0
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Amount $ ( '000s)
Note 2 ‐ Liquidity Over the Year
2019‐20
2018‐19
2017‐18
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Note 3: Cash and Investments
Total
Unrestricted Restricted Trust Amount
$ $ $ $
(a) Cash Deposits
Muni Cash At Bank ‐197,835 ‐197,835
Muni Telenet Saver 978,449 978,449
Municipal Fund Term Deposits 2,000,000 2,000,000
Cash at Reserve ‐ Bank 4 4
Reserve Fund Term Deposits 1,593,190 1,593,190
Trust Fund Bank 94,683 94,683
Petty Cash Float 1,000 1,000
Total 2,781,613 1,593,194 94,683 4,469,490
Comments/Notes ‐
Term Deposit For Amount Held With Interest Rate Matures Interest Expected
Municipal Funds 250,000 ME Bank 2.00% 13/03/2020
Municipal Funds 250,000 ME Bank 2.00% 13/04/2020
Municipal Funds 250,000 ME Bank 2.00% 13/05/2020
Municipal Funds 250,000 ME Bank 28/02/2020 NOTE: Yet to be journalled
Municipal Funds 250,000 ME Bank 30/03/2020
Municipal Funds 250,000 ME Bank 20/04/2020
Municipal Funds 250,000 ME Bank 2.05% 16/03/2020
Municipal Funds 250,000 ME Bank 2.00% 16/04/2020
2,000,000
Reserve Fund 1,593,190 ME Bank 2.00% 9/06/2020
SHIRE OF COOROW
NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY
For the Period Ended 29 February 2020
Institution
BankWest
BankWest
BankWest
BankWest
ME Bank
ME Bank
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Note 4: Budget AmendmentsAmendments to original budget since budget adoption. Surplus/(Deficit) Current Budget
Prog
Sub
Prog Description
Non Cash
Adjustment Original Budget Variation Current Budget
Amended Budget
Running Balance
$ $ $ $ $Budget Adoption 0Permanent Changes
Opening surplus adjustment ‐115,045.00 ‐115,045
03 0301 Rates ‐3,039,792.72 ‐30,000.00 ‐3,069,792.72 ‐145,045
03 0302 Other General Purpose Funding ‐793,058.18 ‐89,000.00 ‐882,058.18 ‐234,045
04 0401 Members of Council 196,589.20 ‐36,000.00 160,589.20 ‐270,045
04 0402 Other Governance 466,503.00 ‐15,000.00 451,503.00 ‐285,045
05 0501 Fire Prevention 197,646.00 5,700.00 203,346.00 ‐279,345
05 0502 Animal Control 17,635.00 0.00 17,635.00 ‐279,345
05 0503 Other Law, Order & Public Safety 241,272.40 0.00 241,272.40 ‐279,345
07 0704 Preventative Services ‐ Inspection/Admin 60,672.00 0.00 60,672.00 ‐279,345
07 0705 Preventative Services ‐ Pest Control 16,915.00 0.00 16,915.00 ‐279,345
07 0707 Other Health 58,854.68 ‐8,000.00 50,854.68 ‐287,345
08 0803 Care of Families and Other Children 13,647.31 0.00 13,647.31 ‐287,345
08 0806 Aged & Disabled ‐ Other 33,916.44 0.00 33,916.44 ‐287,345
08 0807 Other Welfare 47,358.54 0.00 47,358.54 ‐287,345
09 0901 Staff Housing 105,843.61 108,868.00 214,711.61 ‐178,477
09 0902 Other Housing ‐14,630.92 5,000.00 ‐9,630.92 ‐173,477
10 1001 Sanitation ‐ General 200,794.11 ‐6,000.00 194,794.11 ‐179,477
10 1002 Sanitation ‐ Other 19,647.67 0.00 19,647.67 ‐179,477
10 1003 Sewerage 13,650.00 ‐8,500.00 5,150.00 ‐187,977
10 1004 Urban Stormwater Drainage 78,795.78 0.00 78,795.78 ‐187,977
10 1005 Protection of the Environment 19,285.74 0.00 19,285.74 ‐187,977
10 1006 Town Planning & Regional Development 61,733.00 ‐10,000.00 51,733.00 ‐197,977
10 1007 Other Community Amenities 404,624.26 85,000.00 489,624.26 ‐112,977
11 1101 Public Halls and Civic Centre 528,377.51 7,500.00 535,877.51 ‐105,477
11 1102 Swimming Areas and Beaches 376,065.76 0.00 376,065.76 ‐105,477
11 1103 Other Recreation and Sport 1,217,208.55 8,500.00 1,225,708.55 ‐96,977
11 1104 TV & Radio Re‐Broadcasting ‐3,125.63 0.00 ‐3,125.63 ‐96,977
11 1105 Libraries 71,394.01 0.00 71,394.01 ‐96,977
11 1107 Other Culture 39,494.74 ‐24,000.00 15,494.74 ‐120,977
12 1201 Construction ‐ Streets, Roads, Bridges & Depots 736,150.59 152,000.00 888,150.59 31,023
12 1202 Maintenance ‐ Streets, Roads, Bridges & Depots 6,211,804.30 ‐8,000.00 6,203,804.30 23,023
12 1203 Road Plant Purchases 663,778.96 20,477.04 684,256.00 43,500
12 1205 Traffic Control (Vehicle Licensing) 3,877.00 ‐15,000.00 ‐11,123.00 28,500
12 1206 Aerodromes 19,464.18 0.00 19,464.18 28,500
13 1301 Rural Services 18,831.00 ‐5,000.00 13,831.00 23,500
13 1302 Tourism and Area Promotion 132,175.67 ‐6,000.00 126,175.67 17,500
13 1303 Building Control 90,595.00 0.00 90,595.00 17,500
13 1306 Other Economic Services 16,652.00 0.00 16,652.00 17,500
13 1308 Other Economic Services ‐1,155.00 0.00 ‐1,155.00 17,500
14 1401 Private Works ‐15,530.00 0.00 ‐15,530.00 17,500
14 1402 General Administration Overheads 36,532.20 ‐17,500.00 19,032.20 0
14 1403 Public Works Overheads ‐200.21 0.00 ‐200.21 0
14 1404 Plant Operating Costs ‐50,000.00 0.00 ‐50,000.00 0
14 1405 Salaries and Wages 0.00 0.00 0.00 0
0.00 8,500,293 0 8,615,338
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For the Period Ended 29 February 2020
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Note 5: Cash Backed Reserve
Name Opening Balance
Amended
Budget Interest
Earned
Actual Interest
Earned
Amended
Budget
Transfers In
(+)
Actual
Transfers In
(+)
Amended
Budget
Transfers Out
(‐)
Actual
Transfers Out
(‐)
Amended
Budget
Closing
Balance
Actual YTD Closing
Balance
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
Leave Reserve 180,148 3,963 0 0 0 0 0 184,111 180,148
Building Reserve 252,005 5,544 0 147,868 0 0 0 405,417 252,005
Resource Sharing Reserve 25,380 558 0 0 0 0 0 25,938 25,380
Plant Reserve 582,352 12,812 0 104,759 0 0 0 699,923 582,352
Rebroadcasting Reserve 27,649 608 0 0 0 (2,446) 0 25,811 27,649
Joint Venture Housing Reserve 48,690 1,071 0 0 0 (116) 0 49,645 48,690
Bowling Club Reserve 6,537 144 0 2,100 0 0 0 8,781 6,537
Road Infrastructure Reserve 115,222 2,535 0 0 0 (117,757) 0 0 115,222
Pool Revitalisation Reserve 349,619 7,692 0 50,000 0 0 0 407,311 349,619
Tourist Infrastructure Reserve ‐ Accumulation 5,592 123 0 51,000 0 0 0 56,715 5,592
1,593,194 35,050 0 355,727 0 (120,319) 0 1,863,652 1,593,194
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Note 6: Capital Acquisitions
Assets Job New/Upgrade Renewal Total YTD
Annual
Budget YTD Budget YTD Variance
Strategic Reference /
Comment
$ $ $ $ $ $Level of completion indicator, please see table at the end of this note for further detail.BuildingsLaw, Order & Public Safety
Green Head Fire Shed ‐ Capital BC047 5,606 0 5,606 5,700 5,700 (94)Law, Order & Public Safety Total 5,606 0 5,606 5,700 5,700 (94)
Housing6, Lot 131 Spain Street ‐ Capital BC000 47,382 0 47,382 50,000 33,336 14,0467, Lot 29 Spain Street ‐ Capital BC013 2,698 0 2,698 3,000 3,000 (302)2, Lot 9 Thomas Street ‐ Capital BC019 0 0 0 0 0 029, Lot 49 Nairn Street ‐ Capital BC020 6,888 0 6,888 19,000 12,664 (5,776)63, Lot 64 Nairn Street ‐ Capital BC022 0 0 0 10,000 6,664 (6,664)5, Lot 520 Tuart Street ‐ Capital BC023 7,958 0 7,958 8,000 8,000 (43)11, Lot 490 Tamarisk Street ‐ Capital BC025 0 0 0 6,000 0 09, Lot 453 Morcombe Road ‐ Capital BC054 0 0 0 5,000 3,328 (3,328)Unit A Brand Street ‐ Capital BC055 306 0 306 0 0 306Unit B Brand Street ‐ Capital BC056 0 0 0 0 0 0
Housing Total 65,231 0 65,231 101,000 66,992 (1,761)Community Amenities
Dynamite Bay Toilet ‐ Capital BC027 0 0 0 200,000 0 0Cliff Park Toilet ‐ Capital BC032 0 0 0 2,000 0 0
Community Amenities Total 0 0 0 202,000 0 0Recreation And Culture
Coorow Bowling Club ‐ Capital BC031 190 0 190 5,000 3,328 (3,138)Coorow Hall ‐ Capital BC033 539 0 539 3,000 2,000 (1,461)Maley Park Facilities ‐ Capital BC034 445 0 445 0 0 445Green Head Community Centre ‐ Capital BC036 20,102 0 20,102 20,000 20,000 102Coorow Golf Club Buildings ‐ Capital BC050 16,600 0 16,600 20,000 20,000 (3,400)Dynamite Bay Rotunda/Shelters ‐ Capital BC051 445 0 445 5,000 3,328 (2,883)Green Head Sporting Club BC062 28,787 0 28,787 28,000 18,664 10,123Cliff Park Gazebo ‐ Capital BC063 8,000 0 8,000 8,500 5,664 2,336LEEMAN FORESHORE GAZEBO (CAPITAL) BC064 0 0 0 5,000 3,328 (3,328)Koobabbie Collection 4110710 5,000 0 5,000 6,000 6,000 (1,000)
Recreation And Culture Total 80,108 0 80,108 100,500 82,312 (2,204)Transport
Coorow Depot ‐ Capital BC039 1,400 0 1,400 15,000 10,000 (8,600)Leeman Depot ‐ Capital BC040 0 0 0 5,053 3,368 (3,368)Green Head Depot ‐ Capital BC041 0 0 0 12,000 8,000 (8,000)
Transport Total 1,400 0 1,400 32,053 21,368 (19,968)Economic Services
Coorow Caravan Park ‐ Capital BC042 1,078 0 1,078 0 0 1,078Economic Services Total 1,078 0 1,078 0 0 1,078
Other Property & ServicesCoorow Administration Centre ‐ Capital BC001 0 0 0 20,000 0 0Leeman Administration Centre ‐ Capital BC002 0 0 0 5,500 0 0
Other Property & Services Total 0 0 0 25,500 0 0
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NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY
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Note 6: Capital Acquisitions
Assets Job New/Upgrade Renewal Total YTD
Annual
Budget YTD Budget YTD Variance
Strategic Reference /
Comment
$ $ $ $ $ $
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NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY
For the Period Ended 29 February 2020
YTD Actual Amended Budget
Buildings Total 153,423 0 153,423 466,753 176,372 (22,949)
Plant & Equipment (inc Furniture)Law, Order & Public Safety
CW0050 Ranger Utility (Capital) PE0050 0 0 0 45,000 0 0Law, Order & Public Safety Total 0 0 0 45,000 0 0
TransportCW003 Leading Hand Ute (Capital) PE0003 0 0 0 41,485 0 0CW0010 Prime Mover (Capital) PE0010 0 0 0 243,000 243,000 (243,000)CW0018 Vibe Roller (Capital) PE0018 144,850 0 144,850 145,348 145,348 (498)Sundry Plant & Equipment (Capital) PE6 3,163 0 3,163 2,800 2,800 363CW3505 Mechanic Ute (Capital) PE3505 0 0 0 0 0 0
Transport Total 148,013 0 148,013 432,633 391,148 (243,135)Other Property & Services
CW001 CEO Vehicle (Capital) PE0001 54,488 0 54,488 54,608 54,608 (120)Other Property & Services Total 54,488 0 54,488 54,608 54,608 (120)
Plant & Equipment Total 202,502 0 202,502 532,241 445,756 (243,254)
Infrastructure Assets ‐ RoadsTransport
Buntine Marchagee Road (Capital) Council Funded RC002 32,441 0 32,441 32,500 32,500 (59)South Waddy Road (Capital) Council Funded RC005 0 0 0 0 0 0Waddy Forest Road (Capital) Council Funded RC013 0 0 0 0 0 0Teasdale Road (Capital) Council Funded RC026 11,466 0 11,466 11,500 11,500 (34)Martin Road (Capital) Council Funded RC057 10,083 0 10,083 52,433 0 10,083Howards Road (Capital) Council Funded RC058 27,927 0 27,927 28,000 28,000 (73)Shack Track (Capital) Council Funded RC075 0 0 0 70,000 46,664 (46,664)Ocean View Drive (Capital) Council Funded RC095 16,327 0 16,327 58,214 58,214 (41,887)OCEAN VIEW DRIVE 2 (CAPITAL) RC295 0 0 0 67,279 67,279 (67,279)Kau Street (Capital) Council Funded RC101 2,481 0 2,481 47,521 47,521 (45,040)Bierman Street (Capital) Council Funded RC102 785 0 785 40,642 27,080 (26,295)NAIRN STREET (CAPITAL) COUNCIL FUNDED RC114 29,838 0 29,838 30,000 30,000 (162)Beros Road (Capital) Council Funded RC126 4,083 0 4,083 4,000 4,000 83Coorow‐Greenhead Road (Capital) Council Funded RC162 38,280 0 38,280 0 0 38,280Coorow‐Latham Road (Capital) Council Funded RC164 32,927 0 32,927 33,000 33,000 (73)South Waddy Road (Capital) R2R R2R005 43,166 0 43,166 132,710 0 43,166Waddy Forest Road (Capital) R2R R2R013 49,420 0 49,420 119,142 112,202 (62,782)WUBIN‐GUNYIDI ROAD (CAPITAL) R2R R2R165 101,631 0 101,631 161,612 161,611 (59,980)Coorow‐Greenhead Road East (Capital) RRG RRG161 261,591 0 261,591 251,900 167,912 93,679Coorow‐Greenhead Road West (Capital) RRG RRG162 521,930 0 521,930 481,072 312,937 208,994Wubin‐Gunyidi Road (Capital) RRG RRG165 0 0 0 0 0 0
Transport Total 1,184,375 0 1,184,375 1,621,526 1,140,418 43,957
Infrastructure Roads Total 1,184,375 0 1,184,375 1,621,526 1,140,418 43,957
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Note 6: Capital Acquisitions
Assets Job New/Upgrade Renewal Total YTD
Annual
Budget YTD Budget YTD Variance
Strategic Reference /
Comment
$ $ $ $ $ $
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NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY
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YTD Actual Amended Budget
Infrastructure Assets ‐ DrainageTransport
Nairn Street Drainage (Capital) DC114 13,046 13,046 13,000 13,000 46Transport Total 13,046 0 13,046 13,000 13,000 46
Infrastructure Assets ‐ Drainage Total 13,046 0 13,046 13,000 13,000 46
FootpathsTransportOcean View Drive Footpath (Capital) FC095 0 0 0 26,748 17,816 (17,816)OCEAN VIEW DRIVE FOOTPATH 2 (CAPITAL) FC295 0 0 0 24,748 16,480 (16,480)Kau Street Footpath (Capital) FC101 0 0 0 16,748 11,152 (11,152)Bierman Street Footpath (Capital) FC102 0 0 0 18,748 18,748 (18,748)
Transport Total 0 0 0 86,993 64,196 (64,196)
Footpaths Total 0 0 0 86,993 64,196 (64,196)Other InfrastructureCommunity Amenities
Coastal Cemetery (Capital) OC048 77,652 0 77,652 85,000 85,000 (7,348)Community Amenities Total 77,652 0 77,652 85,000 85,000 (7,348)
Recreation And CultureLeeman Foreshore Infrastructure (Capital) OC004 0 0 0 70,000 70,000 (70,000)Green Head Skate Park (Capital) OC009 0 0 0 0 0 0Maley Park Infrastructure (Capital) OC034 68,227 0 68,227 123,120 82,080 (13,853)Wann Park Infrastructure (Capital) OC035 249 0 249 0 0 249Coorow Skate Park (Capital) OC036 0 0 0 0 0 0Morphett Park Infrastructure (Capital) OC042 482 0 482 0 0 482Dynamite Bay Infrastructure (Capital) OC043 49,110 0 49,110 49,000 49,000 110Lakes Park (Capital) OC046 2,763 0 2,763 0 0 2,763Green Head Sports Club Other Infrastructure (Capital) OC062 0 0 0 22,700 22,700 (22,700)Lot 601 Park, Peterson Place (Capital) OC064 18,027 0 18,027 20,000 20,000 (1,973)Coorow Swimming Pool (Capital) OC037 23,257 0 23,257 90,000 60,000 (36,743)Three Bays Walkway (Capital) OC065 0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0Recreation And Culture Total 162,116 0 162,116 374,820 303,780 (141,664)
Other Infrastructure Total 239,768 0 239,768 459,820 388,780 (149,012)
Capital Expenditure Total 1,793,114 0 1,793,114 3,180,332 2,228,522 (435,408)
Level of Completion Indicators0%20%40% Percentage YTD Actual to Annual Budget60% Expenditure over budget highlighted in red.80%100%Over 100%
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11.3.3 WRITE OFF OUTSTANDING RATES BALANCE Reporting Officer: Deputy Chief Executive Officer Responsible Executive: Acting Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM0033 – Rates & Variations – Debt Recovery Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: Nil Voting Requirements: Absolute Majority ____________________________________________________________________ Council Role:
Executive The substantial direction setting and oversight role of the Council eg adopting plans and reports, accepting tenders, setting and amending budgets.
REPORT PURPOSE: To consider a request to write off the outstanding balance on rates assessment A1557. BACKGROUND: A request has been received from the owners of Lot 300 Banksia Way Green Head to write off the balance owing on their rates assessment A1557. In her written request, Mrs Griffiths has advised/requested: I would also like to point out that Garth and myself on behalf of the Store are always more than helpful to assist the Shire whenever requests are made for assistance in Green Head. Some of the FREE things we do to promote "Our Shire" include advertising meetings, placing notifications into mail boxes, collection point for surveys/petitions, facilitating sausage sizzles for various community associations and groups and cross promotion via social media. We are very strong advocates of promoting Green Head and take much time with tourists to ensure they experience the best the Coorow Shire has to offer. (By the way road signs directing visitors to the public toilets would be most helpful) It should also be noted that we sponsor most likely every sports club, social club, school event and individual campaigns within Green Head and Leeman. We also sponsor golf in Coorow. I would also like to ask the question as a rate payer how much is held in the rates unallocated account currently? I would like to propose that if this amount is quite substantial and finance staff do not have the time/resources to rectify then this task should be outsourced. If, as I am led to believe, there is a large amount of payments not allocated to the correct rate payer then this can only cause frustration for both the rate payers, Shire staff and auditors.
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COMMENT: The original rates notice for A1557 was raised on 22 July 2019. No payment was received by the due date of 26 August 2019, so a final notice was raised on 4 September 2019, with a total due of $2,399.67. A payment of $500 was received into the Shire’s bank account on 25 September 2019, with a narration of “Green Head Store Green Head St rate” which was receipted against A1557. On receipt of a partial payment, the software automatically assumed the ratepayer would be paying by instalments and the appropriate fees were generated (ie admin fee of $15 and instalment interest of $34.14). Instalment interest is calculated at a rate of 5.5%, as opposed to 10% for overdue rates. If the instalment option wasn’t allocated, overdue interest for the assessment would have been $125.03 and the matter would have been referred to the Shire’s debt collectors which would have resulted in legal costs being added to the assessment. The next instalment notice was raised on 27 November 2019, showing the overdue portion of the first instalment, interest and instalment fee/interest. The total instalment amount requested was $1,372.64. A payment of $1,899.67 was received into the Shire’s bank account on 23 December 2019, with a narration of “Green Head G St 10:00AM 22Dec Green Head G St”. Staff were unable to identify from this description what the deposit was for. In hindsight, you can understand that it was short for Green Head General Store, but it could just as easily been short for Green Head Grigson Street which has more than one assessment with outstanding rates. A search of outstanding rates or debtors with a total amount owing of $1,899.67 would not have identified this assessment as the outstanding amount at that time was $1,993.34. The amount was left as an unreceipted deposit on the bank reconciliation until it could be identified. Mrs Griffiths’ email advises that she spoke to staff in early January, and had been asked to provide proof that she had paid the money into the bank account. She acknowledges that she did not do this until after 3 February 2020 when an instalment notice for $2,010.39 was raised. Mrs Griffiths contacted the Shire again on 13 February 2020 when a receipt for $1,899.67 was raised and backdated to the deposit date of 23 December 2019, leaving a balance outstanding of $110.72.
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It should be noted that Mr and Mrs Griffiths have a history of late payments and incurred interest charges on this and their residential property. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: Nil FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: If Council agrees to write off the outstanding interest and fees, it will have a minimal financial impact on the current financial year. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT: Local Government Act 1995 Section 6.13. Interest on money owing to local governments Section 6.51. Accrual of interest on overdue rates or service charges POLICY IMPLICATIONS: Policy 3.2.5 - Outstanding Rates and Charges – Write – Off/Waiver of Small Balances allows the Chief Executive Officer to write off individual rate assessment balances of less than $10. Anything larger than that must be referred to Council. STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: There are no strategic implications. RISK IMPLICATION: There are no risk implications OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/024 Moved: Cr Peck Seconded: Cr Oakes That the outstanding balance of $110.72 on rates assessment A1557 be written off and that Mrs Griffiths be advised that there is currently a zero balance in the Shire’s suspense account as staff make every attempt they can to identify unknown deposits.
CARRIED 8/0 Absolute Majority
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11.3.4 LIONS CANCER INSTITUTE – SPECIAL CHILDREN’S BIG DAY OUT Reporting Officer: Deputy Chief Executive Officer Responsible Executive: Acting Chief Executive Officer File Reference: ADM0051 – Community Relations - Donations Disclosure of Interest: Nil Attachments: Flyer from Lions Cancer Institute Voting Requirements: Simple Majority ____________________________________________________________________ Council Role:
Executive The substantial direction setting and oversight role of the Council eg adopting plans and reports, accepting tenders, setting and amending budgets.
REPORT PURPOSE: For Council to consider whether to make a contribution towards the Lions Cancer Institute Special Children’s Big Day Out. BACKGROUND: The Shire has received an email from the Lions Cancer Institute asking for sponsorship to allow three special needs, cancer and handicapped children from the Shire of Coorow to attend their Special Children’s Big Day Out. A flyer about the program is attached for information. COMMENT: The Shire has not sponsored the Lions Cancer Institute in the past. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT: Nil FINANCIAL / RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS: There is a budget of $5,000 for unallocated donations in General Ledger 2040129 of which $482 have currently been expended. STATUTORY ENVIRONMENT: Local Government Act 1995 POLICY IMPLICATIONS: Nil
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STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS: The Community Plan includes the following strategies:
• Provide social facilities and services to serve the lifestyle needs of our communities
• Improve services and facilities that actively support youth, disability and seniors in the region
RISK IMPLICATION: There are no known risks with not supporting this request. OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: RESOLUTION: 2020/025 Moved: Cr Peck Seconded: Cr Bothe That $300 be provided to the Lions Cancer Institute Special Children’s Big Day Out for three children from the Shire of Coorow, subject to it going ahead.
CARRIED 7/1 Simple Majority
12. QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS OF WHICH DUE NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN:
Nil
13. URGENT BUSINESS APPROVED BY THE PERSON PRESIDING
OR BY DECISION: Nil
14. MATTERS BEHIND CLOSED DOORS: Nil
15. DATE OF NEXT MEETING: 15.1 ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL
Ordinary Meeting Next meeting of Council will be held on Wednesday 15 April 2020 at the Green Head Community Centre from 5.00 pm.
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16. CLOSURE: There being no further business the President, Cr Girando closed the meeting at 6.26 pm
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