Minutes in a Second

City of Ballarat, 28 February 2024

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Decisions

  1. Djila-tjarriu Community Hub named at 18 Donegal Drive, Alfredton

    Council endorsed naming the facility at 18 Donegal Drive, Alfredton as Djila-tjarriu Community Hub, meaning “place of play.”

  2. Annual fireworks display moved to New Year’s Eve

    Council resolved to move the annual fireworks display to New Year’s Eve.

  3. Mayor to advocate for Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian aid

    Council authorized the Mayor to write to the Federal Government urging a ceasefire, humanitarian aid, and adherence to international law.

  4. Cleaning contracts awarded to Bohan Cleaning Services and Dolls Cleaning Services

    Council awarded contracts for municipal building cleaning to Bohan Cleaning Services and Dolls Cleaning Services.

  5. Street sweeping and materials collection contract awarded to Calleja Civil Pty Ltd

    Council awarded the contract to Calleja Civil Pty Ltd for collection and disposal, with a fixed lump sum and tendered schedule of rates.

Other notable items

  • Public concerns about fireworks impacts on wildlife at Lake Wendouree were discussed.
  • Council received a petition regarding a Pride March.
  • CEO’s Operational Report covered issues and outcomes affecting organisational performance.

Tech & Innovation Notes

  • Visitballarat.com.au to consider establishing an LGBTIQA+ themed itinerary or landing page, and to develop a guide to safe spaces and events for the LGBTIQA+ community.
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