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Ararat Rural City Council, 30 January 2024

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Decisions

  1. Adopt Fair Access Action Plan for Council-managed facilities

    Adopted the Fair Access Action Plan dated January 2024 (CARRIED 4928/24).

  2. Discontinue Western Bulldogs Youth Leadership Program from 2024

    Participation discontinued from 2024; CEO to recommend an alternate program (CARRIED 4929/24).

  3. 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).

  4. 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).

  5. 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  • Ararat Fitness Centre Stage 1 halted; Buangor kitchen extension withdrawn.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.
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