Ararat Rural City Council, 25 February 2025
CheckedDecisions
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Proceed with design for Barkly Street disability drop-off zone after engagement
Design follows engagement with Barkly Street retail traders and the community.
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Council condemns ESVF and submits MAV motion for 16 May 2025
Council resolved to condemn ESVF and submit the MAV State Council Motion for 16 May 2025.
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Governance Rules go to public comment via Engage Ararat
Revised Governance Rules are for public comment, with consideration at the 25 March 2025 Council Meeting.
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Council updates staff delegations under S6 Instrument and revokes prior delegations
Powers are delegated to specified staff under the updated S6 Instrument, effective on common seal, revoking prior delegations except the CEO.
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Council adopts Road Management Plan 2025
The plan includes updated inspection frequencies, intervention levels, response times, and defect classifications.
Other notable items
- Petition from Kennel Road residents asks for road sealing; gravel-to-seal considered later.
- Proposed Barkly Street disability drop-off zone moves to design after engagement.
Tech & Innovation Notes
- Council meetings are live streamed via Facebook and the Council website.
- Engage Ararat is used for public consultation on revised Governance Rules.
- Road Management Plan includes implementing new technologies and strategies.