Minutes of Committee Meeting Held Wednesday 12 April 2017
at 9:30 am at the Institute, Supper Room
1. Present
J Bettcher, M Hasler, E Aliffe, T Finnis, P Houston, W Williams, R Grivell, M Brook, H Gallasch, A Haines, S Mahoney, B Mouatt, J Germano
2. Apologies
M Kentish, J Kentish, A Wurlord
Bruce acknowledges Jim Fowles passing, a member for 6 years and Deputy Chair. Jim contributed over a significant period of time, with energy, commitment and passion. We are richer for having him as a member. Our condolences to Pauline and family.
3. Minutes of Previous Meeting 11 March 2017.
Moved Mike, 2nd Phil, minutes accepted.
4. Business Arising
Motion to Change required to Constitution recommended and moved by Tony, 2nd Ann. All accept. We need to hold a special meeting in May or June. Notice required on Community Board and in The Courier, 21 days before the meeting. Tony will work with Jean. Action Tony, Jean
Rural DPA report circulated with previous minutes. Matter finished.
Category 3 Planning Submission River Road Cedar House/Restaurant. Jeff raised concerns, Jean viewed planning proposal on Friday, discussed it with Council Planner Nathan Franklin, Jeff and Bruce. Wrote draft on weekend, finished with Bruce Tuesday afternoon. Apologized for late distribution. Both Bruce and Jean do not believe we should get involved with commercial development proposals unless it is relevant to our agenda on the Rural DPA or master planning process. This proposed development raises concerns in regard to traffic congestion and the intention of the current and incoming guidelines for rural development in the watershed zone. Ann is putting in an individual submission. Jean does not want to move forward without a majority. Jean and Bruce will defend our submission to DAP, if it proceeds. Council Planner has indicated he may not support it, has an open mind. Committee agrees to proceed. Action Jean
5. Correspondence In/Out
Emails Peoples Credit Union, Lottery
Luke Grey, Penny Worland, Master Plan
Rebecca Collingwood, Traders Barbecue
6. Subcommittees 2016/2017
6.1 Master Plan - Penny Worland resigned and Luke Gray has communicated via email that two new planners are being hired and one will handle the Hahndorf Master Plan. Still hoping for public consultation in June/July and that Master Plan will inform December budget process. Council is investigating possible solutions to key issues. Jean expresses concern that solutions are being investigated before other community groups have been consulted. Bruce says process has stalled. Tony says wait and see.
6.2 Parking/Heavy Vehicles - Mike and Phil reporting for Malcolm. Subcommittee met yesterday. Malcolm went through history with Rick. Mainly discussed parking, touched on heavy vehicles. Russell wasn’t informed about the meeting. Bruce appoints Malcolm to Chair, if he agrees. Bruce to clarify with Malcolm who is on this subcommittee? Jean mentions traffic study done by student planner on heavy vehicles for Master Plan. Phil wants to contact John Ashcroft. Bruce says we must wait for a planner to be appointed to move forward. Jean suggests we meet with State candidates, an election year provides opportunities to move forward. Russell says during pre-selection all the candidates mentioned heavy vehicles. Jean to list Chair and members for all subcommittees. Action Jean
6.3 Creek Precinct - No report
6.4 Marketing - Bruce to Chair.
6.5 Events - Ann reported for Jan. Anzac Day under control. Wreath making on the 24th in kitchen of Institute. Jean mentioned Hahndorf not on R. Sharkey’s public list. Ann says she is sending representation. Quiz night 28 July The Institute 7:30, Trevor Kurnow is MC. Wendy has done advertisement. Jean asks if door prizes can be listed on advert? Eric says door prizes will be raffled. Bruce says we will finalize at next meeting. AGM last Wednesday in September. Need to agree on speakers. Will finalize next meeting. Nixon’s Mill opening on 30 June. Jeff mentions baton for Commonwealth Games in Hahndorf 21 May, Windsor Ave.
6.6 Village Voice - 50th addition, golden edition. Will highlight history of newsletter.
7. Reports
7.1 Financial Report - Total funds $5070.86 includes $2800 held for Nixon’s Mill. Funds available $2270.86. Account will be moved to PCU. Thanked Tony and Eric for their efforts. Jean spoke about form for receipts and outgoings which will require 2nd signature. Form will track monthly activity.
7.2 Nixon’s Mill - Met with Scott. Quote higher than anticipated. Lyndell trying to bring quote down. Stage 1 complete by end of year. Tony discussed link to signs.
7.3 Entrance Statement - Construction commenced. Spent $10000 on public lighting.
7.4 Council Matters - Wifi on street near Academy. Parking behind Wolf Blass Museum, extended around back. Paths to draw people in. Restaurant closing, old School future being discussed. DAP, 3 Councilors on currently, reduced to one by September. Bridge across creek near Auricht Road. Rate capping to keep down to set percentage, LGA want open rate increases. Liberals want capping. One meeting a month for Council. By pass train/road announced by Liberal party, reduce thanks on freezing. Courier announced some sort of by-pass near Monarto.
7.5 Planning/Heritage - No report.
7.6 Digital Progress Facebook/Wiki - No report
8. General Business
8.1 Peoples Credit Union Lottery - Paper tickets have arrived. Buy or sell, collect funds and return ticket stubs to Eric. Book cannot be partially sold. Selling concludes 31 August 2017.
8.2 Time & Day of Meeting - Bruce suggests change to Wednesday evening 5:00 or 5:30, conclude 7:00pm, and then have dinner in Hahndorf.
Meeting Closed 11:05am
Next meeting Wednesday 9:30am 10 May 2017 Supper Room, The Institute
