Golden Plains Shire, 28 July 2026
CheckedDecisions
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Approve $700,000 for Pollocksford Road Bridge deck upgrade
Additional $700,000 approved for the deck upgrade, funded from carry-forwards, Roads to Recovery savings, and a new Roads to Recovery allocation.
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Endorse revised Special Rates and Charges policy for August 2026 consultation
Consultation runs from 3 August 2026 to 31 August 2026, with supporting communications and information materials.
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Adopt the Community Asset Policy
Adopted the final Community Asset Policy at the 28 July 2026 meeting after consultation in April–May 2026.
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Adopt updated council land, property and halls maintenance policies
Adopted updated Sale or Exchange of Council Land, Property Use Agreements, and Recreation Reserves/Public Halls & Buildings Maintenance policies.
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Commit to transition library shared services via new company limited by guarantee
Council will become a member of a new company limited by guarantee, with a future report on founding membership and governance documents.
Other notable items
- SRC concerns raised about funding maintenance rather than infrastructure upgrades.
- Tourism Advisory Committee nominations endorsed: Cr Emma Robbins (North) and Cr Dom Cook (South).
- Delegates’ report logged councillor attendance at regional boards and community events.
Tech & Innovation Notes
- Library shared services transition to a new company limited by guarantee.
- Digital document signing referenced via Docusign.