THE BERRI BARMERA COUNCIL BERRI BARMERA COUNCIL AGENDA FOR MEETING TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY 18TH NOVEMBER, 2003. 1 THE BERRI BARMERA COUNCIL AGENDA FOR …

THE BERRI BARMERA COUNCIL

AGENDA FOR MEETING TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY 18TH NOVEMBER, 2003. 1

THE BERRI BARMERA COUNCIL AGENDA FOR A MEETING TO BE HELD ON

TUESDAY 18TH NOVEMBER 2003 COMMENCING AT 6.00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, WILSON STREET, BERRI

PRESENT: APOLOGIES: Crs B. Dhaliwal and B Casey. ITEM 1 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES 1.1 Minutes of the Meeting held on 28th October 2003. (Minutes previously circulated) RECOMMENDATION That the Minutes of the Meeting held on 28th October 2003 be taken as read and

confirmed. ITEM 2 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES ITEM 3 COMMITTEE REPORTS - Nil ITEM 4 ADDRESS - Nil ITEM 5 PETITIONS AND DEPUTATIONS - Nil



ITEM 6 QUESTIONS ON NOTICE - Nil ITEM 7 QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE ITEM 8 NOTICE OF MOTION - Nil ITEM 9 CORRESPONDENCE: RECOMMENDATION:

That Correspondence Nos. 9.1 to 9.12 be received. 9.1 REF: 10.3.3 and 5.20.3 OFFICER: MJH FROM: LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION OF S.A. SUBJECT: NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT BILL 2003. REFER ATTACHMENT 9.1 (Pages 30-34) REPORT

Correspondence outlines key points emerging from a meeting held to discuss proposed major reforms to The Natural Resources Management (NRM) Bill, 2003. Council is encouraged to contact the LGA Secretariat to raise any matters of concern.

NOTE: Both option 1 and option 2 remove the State as the major collection agency. RECOMMENDATION:



9.2 REF: 16.67.2 and A6474 OFFICER: MJH FROM: RIVERLAND FIELD DAYS INC. SUBJECT: RIVERLAND FIELD DAYS 2003 REFER ATTACHMENT 9.2 (Page 35) REPORT

The Correspondence expresses appreciation for Council’s support and assistance during and prior to the 2003 Riverland Field Days. RECOMMENDATION For information only. 9.3 REF: 2.36.1 OFFICER: MJH FROM: RIVSKILLS INC.

SUBJECT: MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE RECRUITMENT REFER ATTACHMENT 9.3 (Pages 36- 38) REPORT Correspondence advises of AGM and also seeks expressions of interest from individuals wishing to become a member of the management committee. RECOMMENDATION



9.4 REF: 2.85.1 OFFICER: MJH FROM: RIVERLAND ANIMAL AND PLANT CONTROL BOARD SUBJECT: STRATEGIC PLAN FOR R.A.P.C.B. REFER ATTACHMENT 9.4 (Pages 39 - 47) REPORT A copy of the Draft Strategic Plan for R.A.P.C.B. has been made available for Council’s perusal. Any comments on the Draft Plan are to be submitted by 28th November 2003. NOTE: Councillors are to provide any comments on the Draft Strategic Plan to the meeting. RECOMMENDATION: 9.5 REF: 2.36.1 OFFICER: MJH FROM: S.A. SPORTS FEDERATION INC. SUBJECT: MEMO RE: S.A. REGIONAL MASTERS GAMES FESTIVAL - 2005 BID DOCUMENT REFER ATTACHMENT 9.5 (Pages 48 - 58) REPORT The Federation invites a “bid of interest” from Regional Local Government Authorities to conduct the 2005 SA Regional Masters Games Festival. The Selection Criteria and draft “contents page” are included with the memo to assist in structuring a submission by bidding organisations. RECOMMENDATION That this matter be referred to the Riverland Local Government Forum for its’ consideration.



9.6 REF: 10.3.2 and 9.33.3 OFFICER: MJH FROM: LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION OF SA

SUBJECT: CIRCULAR 43.7 - COUNCIL MEMBER ALLOWANCES PROPOSALS

REFER ATTACHMENT 9.6 (Pages 59 - 60) REPORT The Circular outlines Tribunal Proposals for Council Member allowances. Council is requested to provide feedback on the proposals by Friday 21 November 2003. RECOMMENDATION Has Council any comments to make at this stage? 9.7 REF: 14.58.1 OFFICER: MJH FROM: DEPT. ENVIRONMENT AND HERITAGE SUBJECT: NEW RURAL AND URBAN ADDRESSING STANDARD REFER ATTACHMENT 9.7 (Pages 61 - 63) REPORT

A review of the current addressing system used by various organisations has been undertaken and new guidelines issued in order to standardise the system. Council is encouraged to adopt the new system.

RECOMMENDATION

That this matter be referred to Council staff and other associated persons for comment and that a suitable response be made on behalf of Council.



9.8 REF: 10.14.3 OFFICER: MJH FROM: RIVERLAND LOCAL GOVERNMENT FORUM SUBJECT: MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON 23RD OCTOBER 2003. REFER ATTACHMENT 9.8 (Pages 64 - 71) RECOMMENDATION That the minutes of the Riverland Local Government Forum Meeting held on 23rd October 2003 be received. 9.9 REF: 10.14.3 OFFICER: MJH FROM: RIVERLAND LOCAL GOVERNMENT FORUM SUBJECT: COUNCIL AMALGAMATIONS REFER ATTACHMENT 9.9 (Page 72) REPORT The Forum advises that it does not see any benefit in amalgamation at this stage, however the Forum supports any opportunities for the sharing of resources across the region. A suggestion is that Councils give consideration to the employment of a facilitator to conduct initial meetings to ensure impartiality re resource sharing. RECOMMENDATION



9.10 REF: 5.50.3 OFFICER: MJH FROM: (KESAB) CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA LTD SUBJECT: CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY 2004 REFER ATTACHMENT 9.10 (Pages 73 - 78) REPORT Correspondence contains details of the 2003 Reports and invites Council participation in the 2004 Clean Up Australia event. RECOMMENDATION

That Council indicate what level of involvement it would consider taking in the March 2004 activities, be it provision of community support initiatives or direct/active Council involvement.

9.11 REF: 3.71.12 and A5100 OFFICER: MJH FROM: BERRI RESORT HOTEL SUBJECT: TRADING HOURS - BIG RIVER TAVERN REFER ATTACHMENT 9.11 (Page 79) REPORT The Berri Resort Hotel requests Council support to increase trading hours at the Big River Tavern to enable trading on Thursdays through to Saturday evenings until 1.30 a.m. the following morning. RECOMMENDATION

A matter for Council.



9.12 REF: 5.21.2 OFFICER: MJH FROM: RIVERLAND LITTER SERVICE SUBJECT: GARBAGE CONTRACT SURETY REFER ATTACHMENT 9.12 (Pages 80 - 82) REPORT

Refer Financial Assurance condition B.3.6 in the attachments. Term of Contract - 5 years to 16 October 2005.

RECOMMENDATION

That advice be given that the condition regarding surety is an on-going condition for the term of the contract, therefore Council will likely consider this matter at renewal of contract.

ADJOURNMENT OF COUNCIL MEETING

RECOMMENDATION: That the Council Meeting be adjourned to allow the Berri Barmera Development Assessment Panel to meet.

REFER SEPARATE AGENDA FOR THE BERRI BARMERA DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT PANEL

RECOMMENDATION: That Council’s normal Council Meeting resume at Item 10.



ITEM 10 MAYOR’S REPORT (Mayor M.M. Evans, OAM) RECOMMENDATION That the Report be received. DEATHS: Sophie Olga JAMES; Leslie Gordon PELTZ; Guerrino (Jim) TONEGUZZO;

Michael Richard OWEN; Kathleen Agnes BUTLER; Stanley William THOMPSON; Benedictus (Ben) VISSCHEDIJK; Norah Florence ROTHE; Rebecca Lucy (Rebe) WUTTKE; Janos (John) SINDLEY; Maurine Howard DOWNTON.

ATTENDANCES: Her Worship the Mayor reports having officially attended the following

functions on Council’s behalf since the meeting held on 28th October 2003 29 Oct. Attended a dinner at the Berri Hotel on invitation from the Berri Library

and Information Centre, to hear the Miles Franklin Award Winning Author, Alex Millar, speak about his book “Journey to the Stone Country”.

30 Oct. Attended Elected Members Seminar at Loxton Council Chamber. 2 Nov. Attended a celebratory service at the new building of the Assemblies

of God Church. 4 Nov. Attended Melbourne Cup Luncheon held at the Berri Hotel in aid of the

Women’s & Children’s Hospital. 5 Nov. Presented Council’s cheque to Riverland Youth Ministries. Attended a

Dinner on board the Murray River Queen, Waikerie, organised by the Riverland Justices.

6 Nov. Received a courtesy call from SA Ombudsman who was

accommodated at the Council Office in order that residents had an opportunity to speak with him and his staff.

11 Nov. Attended Remembrance Day Service at Berri. Placed a wreath on

behalf of Council and addressed those assembled. 14 Nov. Provincial Cities Association Meeting in Adelaide.



ITEM 11 CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT OFFICER: M.J. HURLEY RECOMMENDATION That the Report be received. 11.1 REF NO.: GRAN ROAD SUBJECT: PROPOSED CLOSURE OF GRAN ROAD REFER ATTACHMENT 11.1 (Pages 83 - 87) REPORT: In July 2003 Council received a request from M/s G & Y Aston to consider the closure of Gran Road, Winkie.

Consequently letters were forwarded to all property owners abutting Gran Road, including Swinstead and Garwood Roads (9 property owners involved) outlining the proposal and requesting comments from people likely to be affected by the proposed closure. A Notice, map and other information was also placed in the Winkie Store inviting comments from the local community.

Five responses have been received, resulting in four objections and one person in favour to the proposal. RECOMMENDATION For Council discussion. ITEM 12 DEPUTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S GENERAL REPORT: OFFICER: C.R. HOWELL (Nil Report)



ITEM 13 WORKS’ MANAGER’S GENERAL REPORT: OFFICER: A.R. POLLARD RECOMMENDATION That the Report be received. 13.1 REF NO.: 7.41.1 SUBJECT: 2004 / 2005 BLACK SPOT PROGRAM REPORT: Department of Transport and Urban Planning are calling for nominations for the

2004/05 National and State Black Spot Programs which is only for State and Local roads and does not include National roads.

In relation to the last round of funding Council received $170,000 towards the

construction of Kay Ave. Previously Council listed numerous road sections and intersections for staff to

determine eligibility, as listed below:

Sturt Hwy. / Gordon Road Old Sturt Hwy. / Winkie Road Old Sturt Hwy. / Battams Road Old Sturt Hwy. / Jury Road Old Sturt Hwy. / Crawford Terrace

It should be noted that none of the suggestions meet the guidelines for eligibility.

Part of the relevant correspondence from the Department was a map of Council’s local road network highlighting sites where casualty crashes have been recorded. Also, an additional map was supplied of those sites that meet eligibility criteria on a discrete site basis, in relation to crash statistics (3 casualty crashes in 5 years). Whilst all reasonable care was taken in the preparation of this information, Transport Planning Agency is not able to warrant the accuracy of this information. The only discrete site nominated by the Department was the intersection of the Sturt Hwy. and Old Sturt Hwy. (western end), where 4 casualty crashes and 1 fatality occurred during 1998 – 2002, which meets the initial criteria, but is a National road and does not qualify under this program.



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A letter has been sent to Transport SA (Eastern Regional Office) as a reminder that the relevant intersection, of which is under their jurisdiction, does qualify for Federal funding, using the guidelines of the Black Spot Program and that they should submit an application for alternate funding.

The possibility of securing funding for the unsafe intersection may increase the

priority that Transport SA has placed on the work. RECOMMENDATION: For Council information 13.2 REF NO.: 20.64.1 SUBJECT: B – DOUBLE ROUTES REFER ATTACHMENT: 13.2 (Pages 88 - 89) REPORT:

B-Double routes within the Council area were selectively chosen, in relation to access and safety, to assist local industry to be more competitive in the transport area and also reducing the number of semi-trailer units on the Council local road network. The current list of roads designated by Council for B-Double use are attached together with a plan highlighting the routes. The last road to be considered was Hoskin Road and Jury Rd. (part), due to the relocation of Fletcher Freighters and also to alleviate larger vehicle movements negotiating the winding sections of Woolston Rd. and Tooravale Rd. to Berri Fruit Juices / Visy Board etc. from the easterly direction. (unsafe) Since addressing Hoskin Rd., the residents expressed concern regarding the safety of using Hoskin Rd. as a designated route. Concerns were also discussed with Transport SA in relation to the speed limit along the road section which resulted in a limit change between Minnis Rd. and Jury Rd. from 100 to 80 km/hr. In consultation with Transport SA a technical assessment for B-Double movements along Hoskin Rd. and Jury Rd. (part) was carried out and a written report produced for Council, outlining assessment findings and recommendations.



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The route in it’s current condition does not support the operation of B-Doubles due to a number of intersection deficiencies, which have been reconciled against certain requirements for these vehicles. Although, apart from signage, Hoskin Rd. does comply for B-Double use, the section alone does not connect with a complying intersection. A list of recommended improvements is summarised below should Council wish to progress with opening it to B-Double operation. ROAD SECTION PRIORITY COST DESCRIPTION Old Sturt Hwy./Hoskin Rd.

P - 1 $41,050 Junction flaring, signage, guideposts and pole relocation

Hoskin Rd. length P - 3 $4,000 Signage only Hoskin Rd./Jury Rd. P - 1 $23,000 Seal widening, earthworks and

signage Jury Rd. (Hoskin to Old Sturt Hwy.)

P - 2 $6,000 Signage only

Jury Rd./Trenaman Rd.

P - 2 $40,000 Junction flaring (south west, south east and north west corners)

Jury Rd./McKay Rd. P - 2 $4,000 Junction flaring Old Sturt Hwy./Jury Rd.

P - 1 $80,000 plus

Major junction work and land acquisition.

TOTAL COST $ 198,000 +

P – 1 (very high) P – 2 (high) P – 3 (moderate) P – 4 (low)

Conclusions of the Route Assessment report It is considered that the risks associated with B-Double access to some of these locations are less than acceptable for the operation under a permit system and definitely unsuitable for operation under gazette. Report Recommendations Permits should not be issued or re-issued without the necessary civil works being undertaken at the locations identified as priority one as a minimum. In the interest of road safety for all road users (particularly along Jury Rd.) if this advice is discounted and the route opened prior to the completion of the works, responsibility for the decision must rest with the approving authority.

RECOMMENDATION: For Council deliberation



13.3 REF NO.: 20.36.1 SUBJECT: DISTILLERY ROAD, GLOSSOP BUDGET IMPLICATIONS: SIGNAGE $150 (PROPOSED)

REFER ATTACHMENT: 13.3 (Pages 90 -91) REPORT:

Correspondence was received from Mr. W.J. Cheesman, of Glossop, highlighting concerns regarding the staggered intersection of Viney Rd., Monash Distillery Rd. and Trenaman Rd. Mr. Cheesman’s concern is that the existing speed limit of 100km/hr is too fast in this area, due to the bend and old rail reserve along Monash Distillery Rd. When vehicles are negotiating Viney Rd. and Trenaman Rd. there is not enough safe sight distance, either way. Larger type transport vehicles are much slower turning and pose a greater safety risk for people travelling along Distillery Rd. A site inspection indicates that the bend in the road and the old rail reserve, which is raised, does not allow clear vision in either direction. During Council’s last linemarking programme the broken centreline was replaced with a solid white line in this area to restrict vehicles from overtaking in a section of road with poor sight distances. (Refer attachment)

RECOMMENDATION:

Correspondence be sent to Transport SA seeking an inspection of this area to determine the suitability of a establishing a localised speed zone area of 80km/hr.

13.4 REF NO.: A993 SUBJECT: BARMERA COMMEMORATIVE GARDENS BUDGET IMPLICATIONS: NIL

REFER ATTACHMENT: 13.4 (Pages 92 -95) REPORT:

Correspondence has been received from the Barmera District War Memorial Community Centre Inc. seeking Council support and approval to commence an ongoing annual community based project. The proposed commemorative garden location is adjacent the Barmera Travel and Visitor Information Centre, which would, as stated in Julie Tsorotiotis’s letter, provide an aesthetic appeal to all that visit the Centre and continue the flow of



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beautiful gardens beginning at the Central Irrigation Trust building and follow through to the main street of Barwell Ave. Assistance in the project has been agreed to by the : Barmera Primary School, Barmera Visitor Information Centre, Barmera Traders and some residents in the community. Attached, is the relevant correspondence and concept sketch of the garden area. RECOMMENDATION: Council agrees in principal with the Community project and ask that the interested groups meet with Council staff to discuss details of construction, proposed timeframe and future maintenance.

13.5 REF NO.: A4695 SUBJECT: WINKIE HALL BUDGET IMPLICATIONS: NIL

REFER ATTACHMENT: 13.5 (Page 96) REPORT:

Correspondence has been received from Mr. Zdenko Pedisic, President of the Croation Club, who currently use the facilities at the Winkie Hall. The Croation Club would like to clean up around the hall and one part of the old tennis court to play bocce on, as at the moment the club members play outside in the carpark area. The Club seek permission to clean away the cracked bitumen and remove the dead trees that are growing inside the court area and place crusher dust down. Also, there are eight dead trees outside the fenceline which they would like to remove, cleanup the area and crusher dust for a carparking area. The Club have organised a Contractor that would carryout the work.

RECOMMENDATION:

Council agree to let the Croation Club carryout cleanup works adjacent the Winkie Hall and convert the old tennis court area to enable bocce to be played.



13.6 SUBJECT: WORKS IN PROGRESS / COMPLETED

Kay Ave. Berri, reconstruction Hunt Rd. Barmera, construction works Barmera Memorial Gates beautification Kay Ave. Berri, stage 4 subdivision Street tree replacement programme Vaughan Tce. Berri, toilet alterations Township and district linemarking programme District roadside slashing programme (prior to fire season)

ITEM 14 BERRI VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE REPORT: 14.1 REF NO.: B\057 SUBJECT: REPORT / STATISTIC SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: That the Berri Visitor Information Centre Statistic Summary for the month of October 2003 be received. Visitor Numbers

Total for the month: 2283 (September 1750). (Including 356 bus tickets enquiries). Total Year to Date (Nov 2002 – Sept 2003): 19130 This equates to an average of 74 people per day (compared to 58 in September)

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Main places that people were from: + Unknown 44%

+ Bus Tickets 16% + Adelaide 9% + Riverland 7% + Other 27% Makeup of the Visitors + Domestic Visitors 35% + International Visitors 5% + Unknown 44% + Bus Tickets 16% Most Frequently Asked Question:

+ Just Looking 34% + Directions/ Maps 17% + Attractions 14% + Toilets 10% + Other 25%

Where we referred people: + Attractions 51% + Accommodation 15% + Other 34%

Note: In this section the Accommodation sector is split up into its different areas eg motel/hotel, houseboats etc.

Of these referrals the split by towns is as follows: + Berri Area 52% + Barmera Area 23% + Renmark Paringa Area 17% + Loxton Area 6%

+ Other Area 2% + Waikerie Area 0%

Telephone Enquiries Reason for calling: + Administration 34% + Person is after information on Accommodation 16% + Person is after information on Attractions/ Activities 12% + Person is after general information on Berri & the Riverland 3% + Person is after ‘other’ information (includes bus enquiries) 31% + Person is after information on the Riverland Wine & Food Festival 4%



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Where did they get our telephone number? + Telephone Book 66% + Other 28% + Riverland Secrets Guide 7%

Income Total Income for October: $1 575.14 (compared to $1 180.21 in September) Souvenirs Total Souvenir Sales: $1119.70 (compared to $807.20 in September) Our income for October from Souvenir Sales: $609.75 (compared to $347.10 in September) This equates to an average of $36.12 per day ($26.91 in September)

Premier Stateliner Total Sales: $6320.91 (compared to $5986.30 in September) Our income for October from Premier Stateliner: $782.99 (compared to $741.91 in September)

McCafferty’s/ Greyhound Freight Total Sales: $399.00 (compared to $276.00 in September) Our income for October from McCafferty’s/ Greyhound Freight: $182.40 (compared to $91.20 in September)

ITEM 15 ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES – PLANNING OFFICER’S GENERAL REPORT: OFFICER: S.D. KUBASIEWICZ RECOMMENDATION That the Report be received.



15.1 CORRESPONDENCE AND OTHER MATTERS 15.1.1 REF NO.: 16.16.2 (A210) SUBJECT: REVOCATION OF COMMUNITY LAND

REFER ATTACHMENT 15.1.1. (Page 97) REPORT

At the August meeting Council authorised that correspondence be forwarded to the Minister for Local Government regarding the revocation of a portion of Utility Reserve so that it could be consolidated into adjoining allotments. The Minister has since advised that the revocation has been completed. As members may recall this revocation process started with a proposal to divide a portion of land that was to incorporate a part of the Utility Reserve. On the advice of Maloney Field Services a resolution of Council is required acknowledging that the Community Land status has now been revoked. RECOMMENDATION: That Council acknowledges that the Community Land status of a portion of the Public Utility Reserve as contained in allotment 785 of CR 5264/489 has been revoked

15.1.2 REF NO.: 3.71.4 & 3.71.3 SUBJECT: ITEMS APPROVED UNDER DELEGATION TO THE

PLANNING OFFICER

REPORT

The following applications were issued with Provisional Development Plan Consent by the Planning Officer for the period between the 22nd October and the 11th November 2003. 752/230/03 – M Holmes – Sec 334 Harris Road Berri – Dwelling addition. 752/185/03 – C.I.T. - Lot 545 MacGillivray Street Barmera – Storage shed additions to existing depot



15.1.2 - Continued 752/203/03 – Mohyla Architects - 29-37 Barwell Avenue Barmera - Additions/alterations to “Drive Through” for an existing Hotel 752/228/03 – P & G Nettelbeck – Sec 151 Mortimer Road Berri – Implement shed 752/240/03 – K Manning – Lot 2 Till Road Barmera – Verandah addition to dwelling

752/237/03 – R W Gregory – Lot 1 Sec 360 Hunt Road Loveday – Storage shed. 752/238/03 – SS & N Andary – Sec 278 Stacey Road Glossop – New roof to dwelling. 752/241/03 – O Kalousis & T Kallushi – 13 Padman Court Berri. – Outbuilding (shed) 752/243/03 – Country Living and Entertaining – Sec 438 Distillery Road Monash – In ground swimming pool. 752/244/03 – J Dixon - Sec 886 Morrison Road Monash – Decking addition to dwelling 752/247/03 – MD & SN Bayliss – Sec 1163 Hardwick Road Berri – Additions to detached dwelling 752/248/03 – Berri Mitre 10 – 10-12 Vaughan Terrace Berri – Advertising hoarding to Verandah. 752/249/03 – Marshall Nitscke – 14 Wilson Street Berri – Change in use from shop to office with associated advertising hoarding 752/245/03 – J & D Martin – Sec 1965 Old Sturt Highway Berri – Free standing balcony/decking. 752/242/03 – Berri Cottage Homes Inc. – Unit 12 McGilton Road Berri – Carport and verandah addition. 752/227/03 – FB Arnold – 11 Fairway Avenue Barmera – Domestic outbuilding 752/250/03 – PJ Obst – Sec 215 Evans Road Barmera – Outbuilding (shed) 752/239/03 – DJ & DA Wise – 3 Hague Street Barmera – Outbuilding (Carport)



15.1.2 - Continued Land divisions 752/D001/03 – BG & KE Richardson & P & A Kypreos – Sec 110 & 1222 Old Sturt Highway Glossop – Realignment of property boundaries.

ITEM 16 ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES – ASSISTANT BUILDING SURVEYOR’S

GENERAL REPORT: OFFICER: J. COLE (Nil Report) ITEM 17 ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICER’S

GENERAL REPORT: OFFICER: M. STEPHENSON RECOMMENDATION That the Report be received. 17.1 REF NO.: 11.64.1 SUBJECT: IMMUNISATION

REPORT:

Figures for the October 2003 clinics are set out below.

Town Total Doses October 03

Number attending October 03

Berri 28 11 Barmera 25 8

RECOMMENDATION: For information



17.2 REF NO.: 11.71.2 SUBJECT: ROUTINE INSPECTIONS

REPORT:

The following inspections have been conducted since the last meeting • Food Inspections – Follow-up (6), Routine (8) • Septic Tanks – (6).

Of the food business inspections, four did not comply and will require follow-ups over coming months. Two required written directions to improve aspects of their business, either in connection with fit-out or in food handling.

17.3 REF NO.: 5.65.2 SUBJECT: LOVEDAY STEDS

REPORT: The Local Government Association’s Jamie Roodenrys, who is project managing the Loveday STEDS implementation, will be meeting with myself and the Works Manager before the Council meeting to discuss progress of the design and costing stage of the project. A verbal report should be able to be presented at the meeting.

17.4 REF NO.: SUBJECT: BURNING OF TYRES AND REFUSE

REPORT: A land owner on Hoskin Road was issued with a $300 expiation fee for burning rubbish in a pit which included a number of tyres and chemical drums. He was directed to immediately extinguish the fire, which he did so by filling in the pit. A note has been made on the property file to indicate the presence of a potentially contaminate site.



ITEM 18 LIBRARY MANAGER’S GENERAL REPORT: OFFICER: P. ISON RECOMMENDATION That the Report be received. REFER ATTACHMENT ITEM 18 (Pages 98 - 102) ITEM 19 GENERAL INSPECTOR’S GENERAL REPORT TO COUNCIL: OFFICER: G. CLEAVER RECOMMENDATION That the Report be received. 19.1 SUBJECT: TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES REF: R\220 BUDGET IMPLICATIONS: 19.1.1 Re: YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE (YACU)

The Youth Advisory Committee has requested a Temporary Road Closure of Dean Drive Barmera on Saturday 31st January 2004 from Whitmore Street to Pascoe Terrace for the “Bring the Noise” event. The event will have a SPL (Sound Pressure Level) competition, a Show and Shine competition and a Fashion Show. The event will promote harmony between individuals and groups of young people from different cultural, racial, religious and socio economic backgrounds and will be drug and alcohol free.



19.1.1 - Continued RECOMMENDATION:

The Berri Barmera Council hereby declares the event described below is an event to which Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act, 1961 applies and exercises its power pursuant to Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 and Clause ’F’ of the Instrument of General Approval of the Minister dated 12th March 2001 to; (1) Pursuant to Section 33(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 hereby make an order

directing that Dean Drive Barmera between Whitmore Street to Pascoe Terrace be closed to traffic on Saturday 31st January 2004 between the hours of 8.00am to 12.00 Midnight for the ‘Bring the Noise’ event.

(2) Pursuant to Section 33(1)b of the Road Traffic Act 1961 hereby make an order directing that persons taking part in the event be exempt from the duty to observe the Australian Road Rules relating to pedestrian activity.

19.1.2 Re: BARMERA MARKETS

REFER ATTACHMENT 19.1.2 (Pages 103 - 105) The organisers of the Barmera Markets have provided a timetable of events for 2004. They have requested permission to extend the designated area in Barwell Avenue from the present area between the top roundabout and Laffer Street to the top roundabout and the cross over in front of “B & B” Fashions. Due to stallholders requiring additional time to set up it is necessary to close Barwell Avenue at 7.00am instead of the present 8.00am. In addition it is proposed to hold the January 2004 market as a twilight event starting at 4.00pm and concluding at 9.00pm and an additional market has been requested to coincide with Floral Spectacular on the first weekend in April and an additional market in October which has not been confirmed and therefore not included in the road closure order. Whilst the market is immensely popular and promotes Barmera I don’t believe any further extension to the site past the crossover adjacent to ‘B & B’ Fashions isn’t feasible and the organisers may have to consider limiting the number of stallholders that can be accommodated within the designated area. To avoid repetitive reporting each month it is preferable for Council to approve the closures for the entire year.



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RECOMMENDATION:

The Berri Barmera Council hereby declares the events described below are an event to which Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act applies and exercises its power pursuant to Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 and Clause ’F’ of the Instrument of General Approval of the Minister dated 12th March 2001 to; (1) Pursuant to Section 33(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 hereby make an order

directing that Barwell Avenue Barmera from the roundabout intersection of Barwell Avenue, Pascoe Terrace and Scott Avenue to the crossover adjacent to ‘B&B’ Fashions be closed to traffic on the 25th January 2004 between the hours of 2.00pm and 9.00pm, 7th March 2004, 4th April 2004, 2nd May 2004, 3rd October 2004, 5th December 2004 between the hours of 7.00am and 3.00pm for the Barmera Markets.

(2) Pursuant to Section 33(1)b of the Road Traffic Act 1961 hereby make an order

directing that persons taking part in the events be exempt from the duty to observe the Australian Road Rules relating to pedestrian activity.

19.1.3 Re: CAROLS BY THE LAKE – 2003

The Combined Churches of Berri and Barmera have requested a temporary road closure of Dean Drive Barmera for the Annual Christmas Carols on the 14th December 2003.

RECOMMENDATION:

The Berri Barmera Council hereby declares the event described below is an event to which Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 applies and exercises the power pursuant to Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act and Clause ‘F’ of the Instrument of General Approval of the Minister dated 12th March 2001 to:

(1) Pursuant to Section 33(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 hereby make an order directing that Dean Drive, Barmera from 100 metres east and west of Pascoe Terrace and Pascoe terrace from Nookamka Terrace to Dean Drive be closed to traffic on Sunday 14th December 2003 between the hours of 5.00pm and 9.30pm for the annual Carols by the Lake.

(2) Pursuant to Section 33(1)b of the Road Traffic Act hereby make an order directing that persons taking part in the event be exempt in relation to the road from the duty to observe the Australian Road Rules relating to pedestrian activity.



19.2 SUBJECT: DOG CONTROL STATISTICS REF: D\090 BUDGET IMPLICATIONS: INCOME FROM EXPIATIONS. 19.2.1 The following statistics represent Dog Control activities since the last the

Meeting: Dogs Impounded 11 Claimed by owner 9 Euthanised 2 Homes Found 0 Expiation Notices 4 (Euthanised … surrendered by owner - 6 cats ) 19.2.2 SUBJECT: DOG COMPLAINTS REF: (a) A 1488

Two dogs attacked and killed a goat on Thiele Road Loveday. One dog was destroyed at the site the other impounded and expiation notices for the offences issued.

REF: (b) A4408

Dog wandering in Clark St. REF: (c) A5027

Dog wandering in Trenaman Crescent. REF: (d) A3975

Child bitten by an acquaintances dog whilst mother visiting the home in Muscat Avenue.

REF: (e) A4073

Dog wandering on Dalziel Road REF: (f) A5028

Dog jumping neighbours fence in Trenaman Crescent.



19.3 SUBJECT: PARKING INSPECTIONS REF: P\010 BUDGET IMPLICATIONS: INCOME FROM EXPIATIONS.

Parking inspections were conducted in Berri/Barmera resulting in 15 Expiation Notices being issued for offences

ITEM 20 YOUTH DEVELOPMENT OFFICER’S GENERAL REPORT TO COUNCIL: OFFICER: M. MARKS

(Nil Report - Officer on Leave) ITEM 21 RISK MANAGER - COMMUNITY LIAISON OFFICER’S GENERAL REPORT: OFFICER: B.W. PHILLIPS (Nil Report) ITEM 22 COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS AND REPORTS BY REPRESENTATIVES ON

OUTSIDE ORGANISATIONS: Councillors report having officially attended the following functions on Council’s

behalf since the meeting held on 28th October 2003 ITEM 23 WORKS REQUEST REGISTER (OUTSTANDING) REPORT: REFER ATTACHMENT 23 (Pages 106 - 112)



ITEM 24 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: 24.1 REF: 7.1.1 SUBJECT: ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT: Cheque Nos. 17168 to 17421 totalling $601,974-93. REFER ATTACHMENT 24.1 (Pages 113 - 117) RECOMMENDATION:

That accounts submitted for payment incorporating Cheque Nos. 17168 to 17421 totalling $601,974-93 be passed for payment.

24.2 REF: 7.1.4 SUBJECT: BANK RECONCILIATION STATEMENT: - AS AT 31st

OCTOBER 2003

RECOMMENDATION: That the Bank Reconciliation Statement as presented be received.

Balance per General Ledger Bank Account 318,611.96 O/D Add Direct Credits 9,865.67 308,746.29 Less Direct Debits 172,763.74 Add Redemptions 400,000.00 81,510.03 O/D Balance per Bank Statement 50,142.03 Add Outstanding Deposits 2,189.68 52,331.71 Less Outstanding Cheques 133,841.74 81,510.03 O/D



24.2 - Continued

RESERVE POSITION Local Government Finance Authority General Short Term Investments 610,405.34 Asset Replacement/Capital Reserve 1,148,259.79 Annual Leave Reserve 35,000.00 Local Govt. Community Housing Reserve 8,286.46 Bank SA Long Service Leave Reserve 385,796.82

. ITEM 25 GENERAL BUSINESS: 25.1 'IN CONFIDENCE' SESSION: RECOMMENDATION

That Council move into an "In Confidence" session, pursuant to Section 90 (3)(j) and (l) of the Local Government Act 1999, to discuss correspondence received from Riverland Field Days Inc. and the Riverland Hockey Association and that members of the general public with the exception of the Senior Staff be excluded from the Meeting whilst discussion and vote on this matter takes place.

25.1.1 RIVERLAND FIELD DAYS INC.: (REFER ATTACHMENT - Page 118 - 141) 25.1.2 RIVERLAND HOCKEY ASSOCIATION: (REFER ATTACHMENT - Page 142) RECOMMENDATION

That Council resume open session, and that members of the general public be invited back into the Chamber.

ITEM 26 CLOSURE:

Documents

THE BERRI BARMERA COUNCIL BERRI BARMERA COUNCIL AGENDA FOR MEETING TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY 18TH NOVEMBER, 2003. 1 THE BERRI BARMERA COUNCIL AGENDA FOR …