Pyrenees Shire Council, 17 February 2025
CheckedDecisions
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Endorses Active Transport Fund bid for Beaufort footpath extensions
Extensions along Gregory Street, Stuart Street, Speke Street and Burke Street; $625,000 total with $384,000 sought and up to $241,000 Council co-contribution.
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Approves 2024/25 GATT Seal Program dust suppression sites
Woods Street $11,000, Greens Lane $6,000, Hunter Street $6,000, Redbank Barkly Road $19,000, Kellys Lane $8,000, total $50,000.
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Endorses planning audit outcomes and permit applicant feedback survey
Planning audit outcomes endorsed and a customer feedback survey supported for permit applicants, expected within six months.
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Supports preparation of a Municipal Bushfire Plan for Pyrenees Shire
Grant received; draft completed, briefing expected shortly, completion targeted for end of Q1 2025.
Other notable items
- Residents asked about Beaufort pool closure and the swimming-pool strategic plan timeline.
- Council discussed bridge load limits after calls for B-doubles and road train access.
- Concerns raised about Brewster wind farm communications; ministerial decision limits noted.
Tech & Innovation Notes
- Submissions under the Mobile Black Spots Program and discussions with Telstra and OPTUS.
- Public meeting livestream and tourism platforms including Visit Pyrenees and ATDW syndication.