The next Ordinary Council Meeting of Lane Cove Council is this THURSDAY 20th March at 7.00 pm. It is important to note that the Public Forum is part of the same meeting immediately prior to Council Business. It will be both in person and webcast via ZOOM from the Council Chambers. CLICK HERE for more information.
Confirmation of Minutes
Ordinary Council Meeting - 20 February 2025
1 Mayoral Minute - Australian Local Government Association Campaign - Put Our Communities First
This report seeks the participation of Council in a number of Australian Local Government Association (ALGA)’s advocacy priorities and programs.
2 Notice of Motion - Bus Privatisation Impacts and the Auditor General's Report
A motion to advocate for the de-privatisation of Region 7 buses.
3 Notice of Motion - Planning for Water Sensitive Urban Design Principles and Greater Water Reuse to be implemented in Water Catchment Areas.
This motion calls for the development of “Water Catchment Plans” for the Stringybark Reserve and Burns Bay Reserve catchment areas in Lane Cove. The aim is to have such plans available to be implemented in conjunction with the reserve master plans for catchment areas. To support this, develop and implement an education program around Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) and maximise water reuse, including how these practices can lead to enhanced sustainability and environmental resilience in Lane Cove.
4 Food Organics and Waste Services Update
The NSW Waste and Sustainable Strategy 2041 signaled a mandate for all councils to implement a food organics collection service by 1 July 2030.
At the meeting of July 2024, Council resolved to; give the highest priority to researching and implementing a Council-wide food collection service and brief the new Council on regional waste practices and position (including FOGO).
This report provides a summary of the presentation made to Council at their Corporate Planning Weekend in February 2025 and seeks endorsement for Council staff to commence discussions with our existing Waste Contractors for the implementation a food organics collection service.
5 Addressing Gambling Harm and the Impact of Electronic Gaming Machines in Lane Cove
This report responds to the growing concerns about gambling harm associated with poker machines in Lane Cove’s council-owned venues. It outlines a transition plan to gradually remove poker machines from these venues, restrict gambling advertising, and enhance harm minimisation initiatives. The plan aligns with Council’s community strategic priorities and ensures a balanced approach that considers both social responsibility and venue sustainability.
This report provides an overview of actions taken following the July 2024 Council resolution including participation in Gamble Aware Week last October, the development of a webpage to support anyone in our community who may have a problem with gambling, and the development of a new draft policy ready for community consultation.
6 Relocation of the Lane Cove Cenotaph
In April 2024, Council considered relocating the Lane Cove Cenotaph. A report in October 2024 presented three options:retain its current location, move to the Plaza garden bed or The Canopy. The decision was deferred for a workshop with the Department of Veterans' Affairs and the local RSL sub-branch.
This workshop occurred in February 2025. The current recommendation is to enhance the War Memorial at its existing site.
7 Traffic Committee - 18 February 2025
The Lane Cove Traffic Committee has met and provided recommendations for Council’s consideration. The attached Minutes include a summary of each item – it is recommended the February 2025 Minutes are adopted for implementation.
Agenda Items were as follows:
- Dunois, Kenneth, William Edward and Stuart Streets (Kingsford Oval), Longueville - Installation of 'No Parking Motor Vehicles Excepted' – REVIEW
- Tambourine Bay Road and Coxs Lane (River Road to Epping Road) - Implementation of "No Trucks Over 3T"
- River Road West from Austin Street to Tambourine Bay Road, Lane Cove - Traffic Safety Improvement Works.
- Taylors Lane (Burley Street to Cul-de-Sac), Lane Cove - Improve Traffic Safety at Bend.
- Regulatory Signposting and Linemarking.
- “LOOK BEFORE YOU CROSS”
8 Naming the Lane Cove Sport and Recreation Centre
The purpose of this report is to update Council on the process to establish a permanent name for the Lane Cove Sport and Recreation Centre.
9 Lane Cove Library 70th Birthday Celebrations
More than 100 community members, Councillors and staff celebrated Lane Cove Library’s 70th birthday on 11 February 2025. The gathering is just one of several ways the milestone birthday will be celebrated throughout 2025.
10 Launch of the Pottery Lane Performance Space
The Pottery Lane Performance Space officially opened on 27 February 2025 with a vibrant launch event that showcased the venue’s capabilities as a premier cultural hub in Lane Cove. The evening featured performances by a Jazz Trio and Soul vocalists, demonstrating the theatre’s state-of-the-art sound quality. A video presentation highlighted the venue’s versatility, lighting, acoustics, and accessibility features, including braille signage and lift access. The event was well attended, celebrating the culmination of a long-term community vision for a dedicated performance space.
11 Council Snapshot February 2025
Attached for the information of Councillors is a review of Council’s recent activities.
This Snapshot report provides a summary of the operations of each Division within Council for February 2025 at AT-1.
Included at AT-2 is Council’s Resolution Tracker showing the progress of Council’s resolutions.