Minutes of Committee Meeting Held Wednesday 8 June 2016
at 9.30 am at The Institute, Supper Room
1. Present
B Mouatt, J Bettcher, R Grivell, J Fowles, W Williams, M Hasler, M Brook, P Houston, A Haines, R Harcourt. Visitors: M Lowry, J Kentish, M Kentish.
2. Apologies
E Aliffe, A Wurlod, J Germano.
3. Minutes of Previous Meeting 11 May 2016
Minor corrections
6.2 Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure = DPTI.
7.2 ' Tops of poles' sloping... Carried as correct Moved M Hasler, 2nd. W Williams.
4. Business Arising
4.1 Rural DPA Submission. - Bruce gave summary of the process up until today i.e. proper input to Strategic Plan, HCA participation in public consultation, [although minutes of information gathered not available to the public], followed by HCA Submission on Rural Development Plan which was rejected by Council. Subcommittee therefore recommended this remain on hold until we have a better understanding, and HCA energy better placed into the more immediate Master Plan submission. Discussion re this Master Plan held with Penny Worland DCMB [Jean, Rick, Ann on 4.5.16]
The HCA submission was considerably reduced in scope to a beautification process, which does not cover all issues raised by this committee, and which affects the future viability of the town. Chairman Bruce pointed out the Council under estimation of the current and future value of Hahndorf to not only our district but to Australia e.g. Channel 9 “Today Show" being filmed here.
Jeff informed meeting that some amendments have been made in the proposed Rural Activity for Hahndorf:
i. Accommodation previously unlimited now has a 20 guest limit.
ii.transportable building for use of family, managers etc on property has been deleted.
iii. Restaurants still allowing up to 75 seating capacity.
iv. Watershed as an overlay to the zone, thus reversing the non complying list and making assessment first and foremost on use.
Master Plan subsequent to above:
A letter addressed to CEO and therefore DCMB policy persons was tabled, signed by Chairman Bruce and to be sent to Council by June 10th. Action Jean
Jeff further recommended that a By Pass Concept Plan be included in the Master Plan.
A further personal letter direct to CEO from Chairman Bruce highlighting all matters, with follow up appointment requested be prepared for July meeting. CC Brian Clancy.
Action Bruce.
5. Correspondence In/Out
In/Out emails J Bettcher, J Duffield, J Mann [via Residential Care]
6. Subcommittees 2015/16
6.1 Master Plan Submission - Master Plan - as discussed under RDPA.
6.2 Heavy Vehicle Sub Committee - Phil tabled a letter to Dave Collins seeking DCMB position on heavy vehicles along Main Street and Pine Avenue. If the issue is loaded into Master Plan this would automatically become a DCMB supported issue requiring State Government action. Copy to Andrew Stuart CEO. Action Subcommittee
6.3 Nixon’s Mill Project - Jim reported that boundaries have been set as designated, power has been connected to the box, staircase has been constructed, and a tour group visited one weekend, next focus group meeting June 9.
6.4 Parking - Rick seeking a meeting with Andrew Stuart via John Ashcroft, who advocates for the establishment of parking on rear of Main street building space. This parking issue is essential part of the Master Plan.
6.5 Marketing/Community/Liaison/Networking - Rick attends meetings of other community organisations, thus learning of projects/issues/concerns. e.g. Entry Statement, Community Hall. He reported that the Community Hall Park is now complete with the installation of a grill over the wishing well and the rooster on the roof. Rick is HCA elected representative on the Community Hall Committee.
7. Reports
7.1 Financial - in absence of Eric, Jim presented bank balance as $4139 less $800 set aside for Nixon's Mill project.
7.2 Entrance - Contracts drafted regarding the lease. One between Palmas and DCMB, and one between HBT and Palmas. Discussion continuing re the design on 6 sq. meters instead of original 15. Organisations and individuals will be invited to assist with funding. Suggestion that HCA, being a facilitating organisation could lead with a Time Capsule, or signage. A sausage sizzle at Bunnings could raise our contribution. JULY AGENDA
7.3 Council Matters - Littlehampton Draft Master Plan is now online. Recommend we view this. Climate change adaptation being discussed, as is the World Heritage bid for area from Fleurieu to Barossa.
7.4 Planning Heritage - No report
7.5 Digital Progress Facebook/Wiki - No report
7.6 Village Voice - Problem with colour printing. Distribution almost complete. Some adjustment needed as new residences are completed. Subcommittee giving thought to other printing outlets if current printer changes.
8. General Business
8.1 Tour Down Under 2017 Decorations/Community Grant - TDU decorations Banner creation for general HCA events Action Jim/ Ann Question, should HCA be responsible for such decorations? or be sociable with a sausage sizzle.
8.2 Speaker for September 2016 - Work in progress, date September 28th at St Michael's Church Hall. Suggestion that the Heysen Foundation speakers be expanded to include either Master Plan matters or meet the Mayo member, both in context with Heysen Foundation. Action Bruce/Ann/Jim
9. Other Business
9.1 Change of Meeting Venue - Meeting on stage of Institute had much less echo. Proceed July Meeting. Hall heating early.
9.2 Remembrance Day Speaker - Speaker, PA, Minister, MC in place. Permission to use HCA letterhead to apply for a DVA grant to cover costs and for morning tea. Invitations to organisations, schools and politicians out mid-July.
9.3 Mt Barker Residents Association - has established Crowd Funding process to work toward purchase of land for town square. People power.
9.4 Hands on volunteering/social connections for resident’s - Inaugural meeting on June 20 at Kaffehaus at 10.30. Opportunity to connect with residents. Info from PO.
9.5 Jim asks if the HCA has ‘lost the plot’ in regard to our agenda? Discussion followed.
Meeting Closed 11:05am
Next meeting 9:30am 13 July 2016 The Institute, Supper Room
