Ararat Rural City Council, 30 January 2024
CheckedDecisions
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Adopt Fair Access Action Plan for Council-managed facilities
Adopted the Fair Access Action Plan dated January 2024 (CARRIED 4928/24).
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Discontinue Western Bulldogs Youth Leadership Program from 2024
Participation discontinued from 2024; CEO to recommend an alternate program (CARRIED 4929/24).
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Set 2024/25 budget engagement and adoption date
Budget to be adopted 25 June 2024, with engagement via Engage Ararat and town halls (CARRIED 4930/24).
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Set tow-away zones for Pitch Music Festival and seek VicRoads delegation
Apply for VicRoads delegation and authorise officer process for fee management and enforcement (CARRIED 4931/24).
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Adopt Public Open Space Contribution Policy (January 2024)
Endorsed the Public Open Space Contribution Policy (January 2024) (CARRIED 4932/24).
Other notable items
- Received November 2023 Community Support Grants report funding 12 projects ($40,800).
- Concerns raised about fire and traffic hazards near the Pitch festival site.
- Ararat Fitness Centre Stage 1 halted; Buangor kitchen extension withdrawn.
Tech & Innovation Notes
- Council meetings are live streamed via Facebook and the council website.
- Engage Ararat used for online budget engagement and social media promotion.