MISSION AND VALUES OF COUNCIL

 

"A Sustainable Community that is inclusive, attractive, healthy and pleasant to live in, that uses our land so as to preserve our history and environment, respects the rights and equality of our citizens and manages our future growth wisely."

 

UNCONFIRMED

MINUTES

 

 

OF THE

 

Economic Development Advisory Committee

 

10 October 2017


OUR VISION

 

"A thriving and friendly community that recognises our history and embraces cultural diversity and economic opportunity, whilst nurturing our unique natural and built environment."

 

OUR MISSION

 

“To deliver affordable and quality Local Government services.”

 

CORE VALUES OF THE SHIRE

 

The core values that underpin the achievement of the

 mission will be based on a strong customer service

focus and a positive attitude:

 

Communication

 

Integrity

 

Respect

 

Innovation

 

Transparency

 

Courtesy

 

DISCLAIMER

The purpose of Council Meetings is to discuss, and where possible, make resolutions about items appearing on the agenda.  Whilst Council has the power to resolve such items and may in fact, appear to have done so at the meeting, no person should rely on or act on the basis of such decision or on any advice or information provided by a Member or Officer, or on the content of any discussion occurring, during the course of the meeting.

 

Persons should be aware that the provisions of the Local Government Act 1995 (Section 5.25 (e)) establish procedures for revocation or rescission of a Council decision.  No person should rely on the decisions made by Council until formal advice of the Council decision is received by that person.  The Shire of Broome expressly disclaims liability for any loss or damage suffered by any person as a result of relying on or acting on the basis of any resolution of Council, or any advice or information provided by a Member or Officer, or the content of any discussion occurring, during the course of the Council meeting.

  


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SHIRE OF BROOME

Economic Development Advisory Committee

Tuesday 10 October 2017

INDEX – Minutes

 

1.               Official Opening.. 5

2.               Attendance And Apologies. 5

3.               Declarations Of Financial Interest / Impartiality. 5

4.               Confirmation Of Minutes. 6

5.               Matters For Which The Meeting May Be Closed.. 6

6.               Reports of Officers. 7

7.               Notices OF MOTION.. 9

8.               Matters Behind Closed Doors. 9

9.               Meeting Closure. 9

 


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NOTICE OF MEETING

 

 

 

Dear Committee Member,

 

 

The next Economic Development Advisory Committee of the Shire of Broome will be held on Tuesday, 10 October 2017 in the Function Room, Corner Weld and Haas Streets, Broome, commencing at 1:00pm for the purpose of considering:

    REQUEST FOR SUPPORT - INTRA-REGIONAL AIR SERVICE

 

 

 

Regards

 

 

S MASTROLEMBO

Chief Executive Officer

 

29/09/2017

 


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MINUTES OF THE Economic Development Advisory Committee OF THE SHIRE OF BROOME,

HELD IN THE Function Room, Corner Weld and Haas Streets, Broome, ON Tuesday 10 October 2017, COMMENCING AT 1:00pm.

 

1.         Official Opening

The Chairperson welcomed Committee members, Officers and declared the meeting open at 1:04pm.

2.         Attendance And Apologies 

 

Attendance:               Cr D Male                  Council Representative (Chairperson)

                                      Ms S Bergersen         Nyamba Buru Yawuru Ltd

                                      Mr J Brown                Broome Tourism Leadership Group

                                      Mr R Cossart              Department of Water

                                      Mr P Ferrante            LandCorp

                                      Mr G Fiorenza           Colin Wilkinson Developments

                                      Mr K Schellack         Kimberley Port Authority

                                      Mr P Taylor                Chamber of Commerce

                                     

Leave of Absence:    Nil

 

Apologies:                   Cr R Johnston           Council Representative

                                      Cr H Tracey               Council Representative

                                      Mr S Mastrolembo   Chief Executive Officer

                                      Mr D Banfield            Willie Creek Pearls

                                      Mr P McSweeney    Broome International Airport

                                      Mr P Yu                      Nyamba Buru Yawuru Ltd

                                      Ms G Stewart            North Regional TAFE

                                      Mr T Bray                    Kimberley Development Commission

Officers:                       Ms A Nugent             Director Development & Community

                                      Ms R Chappell          Coordinator, Events & Economic Development

                                      Ms S Owen                Development & Community Executive Support Officer

 

3.         Declarations Of Financial Interest / Impartiality

It is noted that Mr Paul Ferrante and Mr Simon Proud are members of the EDAC representing Landcorp.  In accordance with section 5.63(1)(g) of the Local Government Act 1995, they do not have an interest to disclose in any matter before the committee in which Landcorp may be involved.  This exemption (from disclosing interests) does not extend to any direct or indirect financial interest or proximity interest that they may have personally.

 

FINANCIAL INTEREST

Committee Member

Item No

Item

Nature of Interest

NIL

 

IMPARTIALITY

Committee Member

Item No

Item

Nature of Interest

NIL

 

4.         Confirmation Of Minutes

 

N/A

5.         Matters For Which The Meeting May Be Closed

The Chief Executive Officer advises that there are matters for discussion on the agenda for which the meeting may be closed, in accordance with section 5.23(2) of the Local Government Act 1995.

Recommendation

That the following Agenda items be considered under 8. Matters Behind Closed Doors, in accordance with section 5.23(2) of the Local Government Act 1995, as specified:

6.1         REQUEST FOR SUPPORT - INTRA-REGIONAL AIR SERVICE

Item 6.1 and any attachments are confidential in accordance with Section 5.23(2) of the Local Government Act 1995 section 5.23(2)((e)(ii)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal information that has a commercial value to a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”, and section 5.23(2)((e)(iii)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal  information about the business, professional, commercial or financial affairs of a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”.

 

 

 


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6.         Reports of Officers

 

This item and any attachments are confidential in accordance with Section 5.23(2) of the Local Government Act 1995 section 5.23(2)((e)(ii)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal information that has a commercial value to a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”, and section 5.23(2)((e)(iii)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal  information about the business, professional, commercial or financial affairs of a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”.

6.1         REQUEST FOR SUPPORT - INTRA-REGIONAL AIR SERVICE

LOCATION/ADDRESS:                             Nil

APPLICANT:                                              Nil

FILE:                                                           EDP006

AUTHOR:                                                   Events and Economic Development Coordinator

CONTRIBUTOR/S:                                    Nil

RESPONSIBLE OFFICER:                           Director Development and Community

DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST:                      Nil

DATE OF REPORT:                                    28 September 2017

 

SUMMARY:         The Shire of Broome has received a proposal from Aviair seeking support for the development of regular public transport air services throughout the Pilbara and to Broome.

Shire officers have engaged with the proponent and key stakeholders to obtain background information and examine potential benefits for Broome’s tourism industry, community and businesses. Economic modelling on benefits for Broome is unavailable at this point.

In the first instance, the Shire’s support is being sought through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to guide collaboration with the proponent and other local governments to further develop the proposal. This agreement would also include an expectation that the Shire to negotiate and obtain local support, including with the Broome International Airport.

 

 Attachments

1.

Aviair Proposal (Confidential to Councillors and Directors Only)

This attachment is confidential in accordance with Section 5.23(2) of the Local Government Act 1995 section 5.23(2)((e)(i)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal a trade secret, where the trade secret is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”, and section 5.23(2)((e)(ii)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal information that has a commercial value to a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”, and section 5.23(2)((e)(iii)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal  information about the business, professional, commercial or financial affairs of a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”.

2.

Aviair MOU (Confidential to Councillors and Directors Only)

This attachment is confidential in accordance with Section 5.23(2) of the Local Government Act 1995 section 5.23(2)((e)(i)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal a trade secret, where the trade secret is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”, and section 5.23(2)((e)(ii)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal information that has a commercial value to a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”, and section 5.23(2)((e)(iii)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal  information about the business, professional, commercial or financial affairs of a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”.

3.

Supplementary Attachment

This attachment is confidential in accordance with Section 5.23(2) of the Local Government Act 1995 section 5.23(2)((e)(i)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal a trade secret, where the trade secret is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”, and section 5.23(2)((e)(ii)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal information that has a commercial value to a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”, and section 5.23(2)((e)(iii)) as it contains “a matter that if disclosed, would reveal  information about the business, professional, commercial or financial affairs of a person, where the information is held by, or is about, a person other than the local government”.

 

Committee Resolution:

Moved: Mr P Taylor                                                   Seconded: Mr J Brown

That the Economic Development Advisory Committee recommends that Council  authorises the Chief Executive Officer to:

1.         advise Aviair that it wishes to enter into the Memorandum of Understanding for the development of regular public transport air services between the Pilbara, Kimberley and Gascoyne, subject to legal advice being received as to:

(a)    the legal and financial implications of Council entering into the MOU; and;

(b)    advice as to other modifications that may be required to the MOU in response to those implications.

2.       invite Aviair and the Pilbara Regional Council to provide regular updates on the progress and further development of the proposal; and

3.       invite Aviair to provide the following at a future date for Council’s consideration:

(a)    draft funding contract agreement, including the requested amount from the Shire of Broome for further negotiation;

(b)    report and data on the economic impact and benefits that the proposed air service would have on Broome; and

(c)    report and data indicating the level of demand and commitment from State government departments and local businesses for use of this service.

 

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 8/0

Reason: the Committee considered Aviair’s proposal to have potential economic benefits and therefore Council should participate in further negotiations on this proposal.


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7.         Notices OF MOTION 

Nil.

8.         Matters Behind Closed Doors

 

Nil.

9.         Meeting Closure

There being no further business the Chairperson declared the meeting closed at  1:51pm.