Council Meeting 20 May 2025

Minutes of Ordinary Council Meeting held on 20 May 2025 at Ashfield Service Centre

Meeting commenced at 6.33pm

Present:
Darcy Byrne Mat Howard Izabella Antoniou Liz Atkins Olivia Barlow Andrew Blake Jo Carlisle Vicki Clay Jessica D’Arienzo Kerrie Fergusson Victor Macri Vittoria Raciti Philippa Scott Chloe Smith Ismet Tastan Peter Gainsford Simone Plummer	Mayor Deputy Mayor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor General Manager Director Planning
Ryann Midei	Director Property and Major Projects
Ruth Callaghan Darren Morris Julian Sakarai Matthew Pearce Gunika Singh	Director Community Acting Director Corporate Acting Senior Manager Governance and Risk General Counsel Team Leader Strategic Planning
Katherine Paixao Darcie Huisman	Business Paper Coordinator Business Paper Officer

APOLOGIES AND REQUEST FOR REMOTE PARTICIPATION:    

Nil.

Procedural Motion (D’Arienzo/Scott)

That, to assist Councillors manage conflicts of interest that cannot be the subject of Special Disclosures, Council when dealing with Item 2: Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, rearranges the suburbs and groups those suburbs together where there are no Councillor conflicts of interest that cannot be the subject of Special Disclosures, and votes on motions 1 to 3 together, and then motions 4(a) - 4(e) in seriatum/separately as below:

1. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1- 11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburbs in the Inner West Local Government Area:

a) Annandale, Ashbury, Ashfield, Balmain, Balmain East, Birchgrove, Camperdown, Croydon, Croydon Park, Dulwich Hill, Enmore, Hurlstone Park, Lewisham, Lilyfield, Newtown, Petersham, Stanmore, Summer Hill, Sydenham and Tempe

2. That Council delegate the Director Planning to make any minor editorial/ formatting/ technical modifications to the package prior to public exhibition.

3. That following the conclusion of the exhibition period, an engagement outcomes report be brought back to Council for consideration prior to submitting the Council-led “Fairer Future for the Inner West” Plan to NSW Government for implementation through a State-led fast track approval pathway.

4. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1- 11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburb in the Inner West Local Government Area:

a) Marrickville

4. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1- 11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburb in the Inner West Local Government Area:

b) St Peters

4. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1- 11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburb in the Inner West Local Government Area:

c) Haberfield

4. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1- 11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburb in the Inner West Local Government Area:

d) Rozelle

4. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1- 11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburb in the Inner West Local Government Area:

e) Leichhardt

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

DISCLOSURES OF INTEREST:

Councillor Blake declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to his principal residence being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, he made, prior to the meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct. This provides an exemption in this instance and as such he will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Tastan declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to his principal residence being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, he made, prior to the meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct.  This provides an exemption in this instance and as such he will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter

Councillor Atkins declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to their principal residence being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, they made, prior to the meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct. This provides an exemption in this instance and as such they will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Barlow declared pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to her principal residence and the principal residence of her associates being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, she made, prior to this meeting, a Special Disclosure, in accordance with the Code of Conduct. This provides an exemption in this instance and as such she will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Barlow declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 8 -  Local Traffic Committee Meeting – 14 April 2025 as she works in the Office of Kobi Shetty MP, who in her capacity as the member for Balmain, has a representative on the Traffic Committee. She will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter as the vote is exercised through a representative.

Councillor Antoniou declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to her principal residence being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, she made, prior to the meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct. This provides an exemption in this instance and as such she will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Raciti declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to her principal residence and the principal residence of her associates being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, she made, prior to the meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct.  This provides an exemption in this instance and as such she will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Raciti declared a significant, pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing in respect of the motion 4 (c) Haberfield which corresponds to Officer Recommendation 1(l) Haberfield (which was later considered by Council as point 15a Haberfield of the motion). She will leave the meeting during discussion and voting on Item 2 regarding Haberfield.

Councillor Raciti declared a significant, pecuniary interest in Item 25 – Notice of Motion: Haberfield Business Roundtable, as she is a Haberfield business owner. She will leave the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Smith declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to her principal residence and the principal residence of her associates being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, she made, prior to this meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct. This provides an exemption in this instance and as such she will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Macri declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due the principal residence of my associates being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, I have made, prior to this meeting, a Special Disclosure, in accordance with the Code of Conduct. This provides an exemption in this instance and as such he will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Macri declared a significant, pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing in respect of the motion 4 (a) Marrickville which corresponds to Officer Recommendation 1(q) Marrickville (which was later considered by Council as point 13a Marrickville of the motion) as he has property interests in Marrickville. He will leave the meeting during the discussion and voting on Item 2 regarding Marrickville.

Councillor Fergusson declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to her principal residence and the principal residence of her associates being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, she made, prior to this meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct.  This provides an exemption in this instance and as such she will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Howard declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to his principal residence and the principal residence of his associate being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, he made, prior to this meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct.  This provides an exemption in this instance and as such he will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Howard declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary in Item 38 - Mayoral Minute: Investing in our Community-Securing the Future of Marrickville Parklands and Golf Club as he is a social member of the Marrickville Golf Club. He will remain in the meeting.

Councillor Clay pecuniary interest in Item 2 - Fairer Future for the Inner West – 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to her principal residence being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, she made, prior to this meeting, a Special Disclosure, in accordance with the Code of Conduct. This provides an exemption in this instance and as such she will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Clay declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing in respect of the motions 1 (a) Stanmore, 1 (a) Newtown and 4 (b) St Peters, which corresponds to Officer Recommendations 1(u) Stanmore, 1(r) Newtown and 1(v) St Peters (which was later considered by Council as points 1a Stanmore, 1a Newtown and 14a St Peters of the motion). She will remain in the meeting during the discussion and voting on the matters.

Councillor Clay declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 16 - New Public Toilets - Weekley, McNeilly and Jarvie Parks as her primary residence is in the vicinity of Weekley park. She will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter as it is not currently clear on the exact location that the proposed toilet facilities will be installed.

Councillor Scott declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to her principal residence and the principal residence of her associates being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, she made, prior to this meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct.  This provides an exemption in this instance and as such she will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Scott declared a significant, pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing in respect of the motion 4 (a) Marrickville which corresponds to Officer Recommendation 1(q) Marrickville (which was later considered by Council as point 13a Marrickville of the motion) as her employer has property interests in Marrickville. She will leave the meeting during the discussion and voting on Item 2 regarding Marrickville.

Councillor Carlisle declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to her principal residence being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, she made, prior to this meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct.  This provides an exemption in this instance and as such she will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

Councillor Carlisle declared a significant, pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing in respect of the motions 4 (a) Marrickville and 4 (b) St Peters, which corresponds to Officer Recommendations 1(q) Marrickville and 1(v) St Peters (which was later considered by Council as point 13a Marrickville and 14a St Peters of the motion). She will leave the meeting during the discussion and voting on Item 2 regarding Marrickville and St Peters.

Councillor D’Arienzo declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to her principal residence and the principal residence of her associate being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, she made, prior to this meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct. This provides an exemption in this instance and as such she will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

The Director Community declared a significant, pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to her principal residence being within the areas proposed by the reforms. He advised Council that he has not participated in the preparation of the report or discussions in relation to Item 2. She will leave the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

The General Manager declared a significant, pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to the principal residence of an associate being within the areas proposed by the reform. He advised Council that he has not participated in the preparation of the report or discussions in relation to Item 2. He will leave the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

The Mayor, Councillor Byrne, declared a pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing due to his principal residence and the principal residence of his associate being within the areas identified in Item 2. Due to the significant portion of the LGA that is impacted by the proposed reforms, he made, prior to the meeting, a Special Disclosure in accordance with the Code of Conduct. This provides an exemption in this instance and as such he will remain in the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

The Mayor, Councillor Byrne declared a significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 2 - 'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing in respect of the motions 4 (d) Rozelle and 4 (e) Leichhardt, which corresponds to Officer Recommendations 1(n) Leichhardt and 1(t) Rozelle (which was later considered by Council as points 16a Rozelle and 17a Leichhardt of the motion) as he has a close personal relationship with persons with property interests in Rozelle and Leichhardt. He considers this a significant, non-pecuniary interest as it is a personal relationship that does not involve a pecuniary interest for him for the purposes of the Code of Conduct, but could give rise to a perception that he might be influenced by a private interest when considering this matter. Out of an abundance of caution and in the interest of full transparency, he will leave the meeting during the discussion and voting on Item 2 regarding Rozelle and Leichhardt.

Councillor Blake declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 36 - RFT 09-24 Print and Associated Services Tender Evaluation Report as he has worked with many of the tenderers. Out of an abundance of caution, he will leave the meeting during discussion and voting on the matter.

***All special disclosures tabled at the meeting are available at the end of these minutes.***

** The Mayor, Councillor Byrne made a declaration later in the meeting in relation to Item 37 - Contributions and Reimbursements.

**Councillor Carlisle made a declaration later in the meeting in relation to Item 37 - Contributions and Reimbursements.

Motion: (Scott/Clay)

That Council note the disclosures of interest.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

Motion: (Scott/Atkins)

That the Minutes of the Council held on Tuesday, 29 April 2025 be confirmed as a correct record.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

PUBLIC FORUM

The registered speakers were asked to address the meeting. The list of speakers is available on the last page of these minutes.

The Mayor, Councillor Byrne left the meeting at 7:18pm and vacated the Chair. The Deputy Mayor, Councillor Howard, assumed the Chair.

Councillor Scott left the meeting at 7:22pm

Councillor Barlow left the meeting at 7:24pm

Councillor Barlow returned to the meeting at 7:27pm

The Mayor, Councillor Byrne returned to the meeting at 7:27pm. The Deputy Mayor, Councillor Howard, vacated the Chair and the Mayor, Councillor Byrne, assumed the Chair.

Councillor Clay left the meeting at 7:28pm

Councillor Clay returned to the meeting at 7:31pm

Councillor Antoniou left the meeting at 7:37pm

Councillor Scott returned to the meeting at 7:37pm

Councillor Raciti left the meeting at 7:37pm

Councillor Antoniou returned to the meeting at 7:39pm

The Deputy Mayor, Councillor Howard wished to note the passing of Brother Paul Conn who was the Principal of Christian Brothers’ Lewisham and it is his intention to bring a Condolence motion to the next Council meeting.

Councillor Raciti returned to the meeting at 7:50pm

C0525(1) Item 38         Mayoral Minute: Investing In our Community-Securing the Future
         of Marrickville Parklands and Golf Club

Motion: (Byrne)

1. That Council welcome the commitment of the re-elected Federal Labor Government in securing the future of the Marrickville Golf club and sporting precinct with $6.05 million investment towards community facility upgrades, within the parklands.

2. That Council engage an architect to develop the plans required to deliver the grant funding and partner with Marrickville Golf Club in facilitating detailed design, approvals, project management and grant funding administration.

3. That Council staff bring a report back to the next possible Council meeting of the potential impacts of these proposed works on the endorsed Plan of Management for the Marrickville Golf Club and surrounding area.

4. That Council engage in additional community consultation about how this grant money can be best spent to benefit the entire Inner West community that uses the Marrickville Golf Club and surrounding area. 

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Procedural Motion (Howard/Atkins)

That Council Suspend Standing Orders to bring forward the following items to be dealt with at this time:

1. Item 5 Quarter Three - Progress Report on the Delivery Program 2022- 26 and Operational Plan 2024/25 and Quarterly Budget Review Statement

2. Item 6 Bill Smoothing - Updated Recommendation

3. Item 7 Hygienic Disposal in Men's Toilets

4. Item 9 RFT 41-24 Insurance Services - Addendum

5. Item 10 Review of Opportunities for EV Public Charging in Tempe Reserve and Balmain Depot - Addendum

6. Item 11 Review of Opportunities for EV Public Charging in Tempe Reserve and Balmain Depot

7. Item 12 Investment Report at 30 April 2025

8. Item 13 Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre Upgrade - Monthly Project Update

9. Item 14 Leichhardt Oval Refurbishment - Monthly Project Update

10. Item 20 Transfer of goods to remote Indigenous communities

11. Item 22 2024-2025 Updated Annual Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest Returns

12. Item 23 Notice of Motion: Driveway exit safety at Ara (141-143 Allen St and 220-224 Flood St, Leichhardt)

13. Item 24  Notice of Motion: Annandale Police Station: update and parking needs

14. Item 26 Notice of Motion: Inner West Pride Walk

15. Item 27 Notice of Motion: Eliminating Produce Stickers, Microplastics and FOGO Contaminants

16. Item 28 Notice of Motion: Cooks River fishing signage and disposal bins

17. Item 29 Notice of Motion: Gannon Street Pedestrian Crossing

18. Item 30 Notice of Motion: Calvert Street Carpark Plug and Play Events

19. Item 31 Notice of Motion: Supporting Solar Uptake as Part of the DCP

20. Item 32 Notice of Motion: Petersham Park – Nappy Change Table Facilities

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Procedural Motion (Howard/Atkins)

That the following items be moved in globo and the recommendations contained within the report be adopted:

1. Item 5 Quarter Three - Progress Report on the Delivery Program 2022- 26 and Operational Plan 2024/25 and Quarterly Budget Review Statement

2. Item 6 Bill Smoothing - Updated Recommendation

3. Item 7 Hygienic Disposal in Men's Toilets

4. Item 9 RFT 41-24 Insurance Services - Addendum

5. Item 10 Review of Opportunities for EV Public Charging in Tempe Reserve and Balmain Depot - Addendum

6. Item 11 Review of Opportunities for EV Public Charging in Tempe Reserve and Balmain Depot

7. Item 12 Investment Report at 30 April 2025

8. Item 13 Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre Upgrade - Monthly Project Update

9. Item 14 Leichhardt Oval Refurbishment - Monthly Project Update

10. Item 20 Transfer of goods to remote Indigenous communities

11. Item 22 2024-2025 Updated Annual Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest Returns

12. Item 23 Notice of Motion: Driveway exit safety at Ara (141-143 Allen St and 220-224 Flood St, Leichhardt)

13. Item 24  Notice of Motion: Annandale Police Station: update and parking needs

14. Item 26 Notice of Motion: Inner West Pride Walk

15. Item 27 Notice of Motion: Eliminating Produce Stickers, Microplastics and FOGO Contaminants

16. Item 28 Notice of Motion: Cooks River fishing signage and disposal bins

17. Item 29 Notice of Motion: Gannon Street Pedestrian Crossing

18. Item 30 Notice of Motion: Calvert Street Carpark Plug and Play Events

19. Item 31 Notice of Motion: Supporting Solar Uptake as Part of the DCP

20. Item 32 Notice of Motion: Petersham Park – Nappy Change Table Facilities

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 5           Quarter Three - Progress Report on the Delivery Program 2022-
         26 and Operational Plan 2024/25 and Quarterly Budget Review
         Statement

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council endorse the quarter three Progress Report on the Delivery Program 2022-26 and Operational Plan 2024/25.

2. That Council adopt the quarter three Budget Review 2024/25.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 6          Bill Smoothing - Updated Recommendation

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

That Council introduces Bill Smoothing as an option for rate payers for 2025/26 Financial Year.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 7          Hygienic Disposal in Men's Toilets

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

That Council endorse the installation of men’s hygienic bins within Aquatic Centres and Libraries across the Inner West as detailed in this report for a 12 month trial.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 9           RFT 41-24 Insurance Services - Addendum

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1.   That Council considers RFT41-24 Insurance Services at Item 34 at the 20 May 2025 Council meeting, and not at the 17 June 2025 Council meeting.

2.   That Council undertakes an external service review in the 2025/2026 Financial Year into the insurance claims customer experience and receives a report back on the outcome of that service review.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 10         Review of Opportunities for EV Public Charging in Tempe
         Reserve and Balmain Depot - Addendum

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

That the provision of EV charging facilities in Balmain Depot no longer proceed noting that 102 public EV kerbside charging ports have been commissioned to date in the Inner West.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 11         Review of Opportunities for EV Public Charging in Tempe
         Reserve and Balmain Depot

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

That Council receive and note the report.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 12         Investment Report at 30 April 2025

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

That Council receive and note the report.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 13         Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre Upgrade - Monthly Project
         Update

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

That Council receive and note the report.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 14         Leichhardt Oval Refurbishment - Monthly Project Update

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

That Council receive and note the report.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 20         Transfer of goods to remote Indigenous communities

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

That Council receive and note the report.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 22         2024-2025 Updated Annual Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest
         Returns

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

That Council receive and note the report.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 23         Notice of Motion: Driveway exit safety at Ara (141-143 Allen St
         and 220-224 Flood St, Leichhardt)

Motion: Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council notes the concerns raised by residents of the “Ara” building complex (Strata Plan 106156), located at 141–143 Allen Street and 220–224 Flood Street, Leichhardt regarding safety issues at the driveway exit due to limited visibility caused by adjacent parked vehicles.

2. That Council requests that the Traffic Committee investigate the feasibility of installing “No Stopping” signage as outlined in the Stanbury Traffic Planning proposal, including any implications for pedestrian and vehicle safety and existing parking supply.

3. That Council notes the proactive advocacy of residents for this solution, demonstrated through a local survey, and the findings of an independent report from Stanbury Traffic Planning commissioned by the strata committee, both of which are tabled for the benefit of Council.

4. That Council requests that the findings of the Local Traffic Committee be reported back to Council via the Local Traffic Committee report.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 24         Notice of Motion: Annandale Police Station: update and parking
         needs

Motion: Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council write to NSW Police requesting an update on the current and future use of the Annandale Police Station at the corner of Collins Street and Annandale Street.

2. That Council notes that NSW Police advised Council in 2022 that three existing ‘No Parking Police Vehicles Excepted’ angle parking spaces on the west side of Annandale Street north of Collins Street, Annandale in front of the Police Station may be reverted to unrestricted parking, and that this has not yet occurred.

3. That Council write to NSW Police requesting that they work with Council staff to immediately implement the proposed reduction in the number of dedicated on-street parking spaces reserved for police vehicles outside the Annandale Police Station and seek clarification as to whether the remaining two spaces are still needed, in recognition of the station’s non-operational status and the significant parking constraints in the area.

4. That Council reports the outcomes of that discussion to the Local Traffic Committee and to Council via the Local Traffic Committee report.

5. That Council notes that the site was subjected to a fire in 2024, further underscoring the importance of clarifying use of the building.

6. That Council write to the Hon Yasmin Catley MP, the Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism, and the Hon Penny Sharpe MLC, the Minister for Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Heritage requesting that the long-term future of this heritage-listed building be clarified, preserved, and activated in a way that reflects its heritage value and contributes to the Annandale community.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 26         Notice of Motion: Inner West Pride Walk

Motion: Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council acknowledge the Inner West is home to multiple sites of significance for national LGBTIQA+ history.

2. That Council note that many local LGBTIQA+ organisations are engaged in the important work of documenting, preserving and engaging our community with, this history.

3. That Council establish an Inner West Pride Walk in consultation with key local groups, consisting of an audio tour, a printed guide, and physical markers or plaques at key locations detailing the significance of people, locations and events important to LGBTIQA+ people.

4. That the launch of the Inner West Pride Walk be included as part of the Feel the Love event in 2026.

5. That Council, as part of consultation for this program, consult with key local organisations and individuals including the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, the LGBTIQA+ Working Group and others.

6. That funds for this project be drawn from the Mainstreet Revitalisation Fund and a report detailing a timeline for realisation, budget, list of proposed locations and potential third-party partners, as well as information regarding the consultation, be provided to Council by October 2025.  

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 27         Notice of Motion: Eliminating Produce Stickers, Microplastics
         and FOGO Contaminants

Motion: Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council note the use of produce stickers (or Price Look-Up Codes) contributes to the prevalence of microplastics in our environment, including our local rivers, and forms a contaminant in our FOGO and other waste streams.

2. That Council writes to the Federal and NSW State Environment ministers requesting an update on the phasing out of plastic produce stickers and other microplastics.

3. That Council reports back to Council by October 2025 on:

a) ways council is managing polluting microplastics, including plastic produce stickers, and any other opportunities to minimise or eliminate them in our waste streams; and

b) data and information on the types of contaminants in council’s FOGO waste stream and strategies to eliminate them as council continues to embed FOGO.

4. That Council include information in a future Inner West community news about removing produce stickers before disposing of produce in FOGO.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 28         Notice of Motion: Cooks River fishing signage and disposal bins

Motion: Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council install bins for fishing hooks along the Cooks River at key locations where recreational fishing occurs.

2. That Council consult with the Cooks River Alliance, Cooks River Mudcrabs, Transport for NSW, NSW Department of Primary Industries and NSW Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and consider erecting signage along the river in multiple community languages:

a) advising the regulations and laws pertaining to fishing in the Cooks River;

b) providing information about the health and environmental risks of fishing in the Cooks River; and

c) information about the proper and responsible disposal of fishing bait and tackle.

3. That Council report back by October 2025 advising on the consultation above, and any actions to be taken by Council.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 29         Notice of Motion: Gannon Street Pedestrian Crossing

Motion: Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council note the raised pedestrian crossing on Gannon Street at Edwin Street continues to pose a significant risk to pedestrians.

2. That Council review safety at the crossing and consider further ways to improve pedestrian and road user safety at the crossing.

3. That Council report back to the Inner West Council Local Traffic Committee no later than September 2025 with options to improve pedestrian safety at this location.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 30         Notice of Motion: Calvert Street Carpark Plug and Play Events

Motion: Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council notes the success of the recent Sunday Sessions event held at the Calvert Street Carpark in Marrickville.

2. That Council thanks council staff, local Illawarra Road businesses, local brewers and distillers, and residents who attended for making the event such a success.

3. That Council acknowledges that Inner West Council was successful in receiving a grant from Transport for NSW’s Plug and Play program, designed to simplify and aid public events at key locations.

4. That Council hosts an information session, either in person or via webinar, advising interested parties as to how they might activate the carpark for public events and utilise the Plug and Play program to do so.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 31         Notice of Motion: Supporting Solar Uptake as Part of the DCP

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council notes that the Inner West DCP is due to be considered by Council following the LEP.

2. That Council supports greater uptake of solar panels and installations across the Inner West and requests that measures to support and streamline this be considered as part of the DCP, including a review of current restrictions around installation on street-facing roofs and in heritage areas.     

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 32         Notice of Motion: Petersham Park – Nappy Change Table
         Facilities

Motion: (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council install nappy changing facilities in the public toilets in Petersham Park outside Fanny Durack Aquatic Centre, as an additional option for parents visiting Petersham Park.

2. That Council install dedicated waste bin with the nappy changing facility.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 1             Public Exhibition - Draft Lobbying Policy

Motion:  (Blake/Howard)

1. That in the definition of ‘Property Developer’, add the following as a new (b) and renumber:

a) an individual or a corporation that carries on a business mainly concerned with a residential or commercial development of land, with the ultimate purpose of the sale or lease of the land for profit, as defined by section 53(1)(a)(I) of the Electoral Funding Act; and

b) any other party proposing a development which would be subject of a decision by resolution of Council and/or the Sydney Eastern Planning Panel.

2. That Council insert a new section 5.1 c) and renumber, which states that:
For avoidance of doubt, a Councillor is not required to record in a Lobbying Record Form any request for a meeting from a Registered Lobbyist or Property Developer which is not accepted by that Councillor.

3. That Council delete section 5.3 and replace with:

A Councillor is not required to complete a Lobbying Record Form in respect of any interactions with Registered Lobbyists or Property Developers:

a) at events, social and public functions where no substantial interactions took place (unless the interaction leads to a substantive discussion of values);

b) in respect of any interaction with a Registered Lobbying or Property Developer, where:

i. That Councillor has previously disclosed a pre-existing relationship with that Registered Lobbyist or Property Developer through Council’s written returns of interest processes; and

ii. The interaction is not held in a Councillor’s capacity as an Inner West Councillor, and/or does not directly relate to matters involving Inner West Council; and

c) in respect of any interaction that is not held in a Councillor’s capacity as an Inner West Councillor, and/or does not directly relate to matters involving Inner West Council.

4. That following the conclusion of the exhibition period, the draft Lobbying Policy be brought back to Council for consideration for adoption.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Procedural Motion (Byrne/Howard)

That the meeting be adjourned for 3 minutes.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

The meeting was adjourned at 8:07pm

The meeting resumed at 8:14pm

Procedural Motion (Byrne/Howard)

That Council allow Clr D’Arienzo to speak for 3 additional minutes on Item 2.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Procedural Motion (Barlow/Howard)

That Council allow Clr Antoniou to speak for 2 additional minutes on Item 2.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Procedural Motion (Smith/Scott)

That Council allow Clr Howard to speak for 1 additional minute on Item 2.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 2  'Fairer Future for the Inner West’ – Council-Led alternate Planning Approach for New Housing

Motion: (D’Arienzo/Byrne)

1. That Council endorse for exhibition Item, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1- 11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburbs in the Inner West Local Government Area:

a) Annandale, Ashbury, Ashfield, Balmain, Balmain East, Birchgrove, Camperdown, Croydon, Croydon Park, Dulwich Hill, Enmore, Hurlstone Park, Lewisham, Lilyfield, Newtown, Petersham, Stanmore, Summer Hill, Sydenham and Tempe.

2. That Council delegate the Director Planning to make any minor editorial/ formatting/ technical modifications to the package prior to public exhibition.

3. That Council process submissions contemporaneously during the exhibition period and provide an update at every Councillor briefing until the August Council meeting. 

4. That following the conclusion of the exhibition period, an engagement outcomes report be brought back to Council for consideration prior to submitting the Council-led “Fairer Future for the Inner West” Plan to NSW Government for implementation through a State-led fast track approval pathway.

5. The final “Fairer Future for the Inner West” plan is to be reported back for adoption to the August 2025 Council meeting. 

6. That the final plan should be amended to make the acquisition of new housing stock, owned by Council in perpetuity, be made the highest priority for public benefits to be achieved through developer contributions. This is to be reflected in the plans tabled for adoption. 

7. That Council defer consideration of any changes to planning controls in the suburb of Croydon pending consultation with Burwood Council to identify how to harmonise controls across Croydon. 

8. That Council note that following the adoption of the “Fairer Future for the Inner West” Plan that a new stage (stage 2) of investigations will be required for areas not examined under the plan so far.  

9. That Stage 2 of the “Fairer Future for the Inner West” Plan will commence immediately after the adoption of the Stage 1 and include:

a) Incorporating the 3,000 - 5,000 new homes in the Bays Precinct;

b) Increasing density on Parramatta Road;

c) Increasing density on main streets, heavy and light rail stations not examined fully in Stage 1; and

d) completion of the further technical investigations required for the ‘additional housing opportunity areas’.

10. That Council makes available a video explainer on how to read the Fairer Future Plan and attachments. 

11. That Council appoints a single point of contact from within the Strategic Planning team for Councillors and Members of Parliament. 

12. That the Plan be exhibited for a minimum of 6 weeks.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Amendment (Macri/Raciti)

That Council write to the Premier of NSW asking for stamp duty waivers for residents that are giving up their principal place of residence to assist with the housing crisis.

Motion Lost

For Motion:                 Crs Macri and Raciti

Against Motion:          Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Amendment (Macri/Raciti)

That Council write to the Prime Minister to ask for consideration of a Capital Gains Tax incentive as an incentive to assist the consolidation of property to deliver more housing.

Motion Lost

For Motion:                 Crs Macri and Raciti

Against Motion:          Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Councillor Scott left the meeting at 8:43pm as she declared a pecuniary interest in Marrickville as her employer has property interests in Marrickville.

Councillor Macri left the meeting at 8:43pm as he declared a pecuniary interest in Marrickville as he has property interests in Marrickville.

Councillor Carlisle left the meeting at 8:43pm as she declared a pecuniary interest in Marrickville and St Peters.

Motion: (Howard/Smith)

13. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1-11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburb in the Inner West Local Government Area:

a) Marrickville

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Raciti, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Crs Carlisle, Macri and Scott

Councillor Macri returned to the meeting at 8:43pm

Councillor Scott returned to the meeting at 8:43pm

Motion: (Howard/Scott)

14. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1-11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburb in the Inner West Local Government Area:

a) St Peters

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Carlisle

Councillor Carlisle returned to the meeting at 8:44pm

Councillor Raciti left the meeting at 8:44pm as she declared a pecuniary interest in Haberfield.

Motion: (D’Arienzo/Scott)

15. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1- 11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburb in the Inner West Local Government Area:

a) Haberfield

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

Councillor Raciti returned to the meeting at 8:45pm

The Mayor, Councillor Byrne left the meeting at 8:45pm and vacated the chair as he  declared a significant, non-pecuniary interest in Rozelle and Leichhardt as he has a close personal relationship with persons with property interests in Rozelle and Leichhardt. He considers this a significant, non-pecuniary interest as it is a personal relationship that does not involve a pecuniary interest for him for the purposes of the Code of Conduct, but could give rise to a perception that he might be influenced by a private interest when considering this matter.

The Deputy Mayor, Councillor Howard, assumed the Chair.

Motion: (Clay/Fergusson)

16. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1- 11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburb in the Inner West Local Government Area:

a) Rozelle

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Byrne

Motion: (Scott/Carlisle)

17. That Council endorse for exhibition Our Fairer Future Plan - Council's approach for new housing in the Inner West, including supporting technical studies, as shown at Attachment 1 and Appendices 1-11, in accordance with the endorsed Community Engagement Plan for the following suburb in the Inner West Local Government Area:

a) Leichhardt

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Byrne

The Mayor, Councillor Byrne, returned to the meeting at 8:46pm. The Deputy Mayor, Councillor Howard vacated the Chair and the Mayor, Councillor Byrne, assumed the Chair.

Procedural Motion (Byrne/D’Arienzo)

That Council allow Clr Smith to speak for 2 additional minutes on Item 3.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 3                 Post Exhibition - Urban Forest Policy

Motion:  (Smith/Atkins)

1. That Council adopt the Urban Forest Policy subject to:

a) inclusion of the following item in the Strategic Action Plan:

Develop plain language material informing residents about the options, processes, and response times relating to pruning and removal of trees, to be letterboxed to all households and provided at Council service centres, customer service stalls, and the Inner West Sustainability Hub;

b) inclusion of tree canopy measures and planting targets in the Policy;

c) increase of the minimum notification period for removal to 14 days;

d) requirement for annual urban forest monitoring reports to Council; and

e) the Strategic Action Plan be expanded to clearly identify the resourcing, timelines, and responsible Council units for delivering each action.

2. That Council update the Policy Register and publish, as applicable, internally and externally the adopted Urban Forest Policy.

3. That Council undertake a review of the Policy in 12 months’ time to assess its application, with a report back to Council.

4. That Council note Council’s adopted target of 1,000 new street trees planted per year, with almost 700 new trees planted so far in 2025, and the establishment of micro-forests in every ward, and reaffirm Council’s commitment to protecting and expanding our urban tree canopy, including prioritising new planting along urban roads, town centres, and adjacent to play spaces.

5. That Council receive a report on opportunities to improve maintenance and pruning of street trees, including a review of pruning schedules and customer service responsiveness.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 4                 New Residential Development Panel

Motion:  (D’Arienzo/Byrne)

1. That Council endorse the criteria describing significant residential development for items to be considered by the new Inner West Residential Panel as development applications or modifications that have:

a) 5 or more residential dwellings;

b) boarding houses;

c) co living; or

d) subdivision for residential development that would result in new housing

2. That the new Panel report to Council on the outcomes of panel reviews and progress of housing delivery on a quarterly basis.

3. That Council creates a dashboard reporting tool to track new housing supply in the Inner West and progress against our housing targets. That data is collected from the commencement of the new ‘Fairer Future in the Inner West’ plan and progress is reported in the quarterly reports to Council.

4. That Council undertake a review of the Terms of Reference in 12 months’ time to evaluate its effectiveness, with a report back to Council.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 8                    Local Traffic Committee Meeting - 14 April 2025

Motion: (Scott/Carlisle)

1. That Council receive and adopt the recommendations of the Local Traffic Committee meeting held on 14 April 2025.

2. That Council review the footpath parking element of the Myrtle Street, Leichhardt shared zone 12 months post-implementation and survey residents of Myrtle Street, Ivory Street, Ivory Lane, National Street, Flood Street between Treadgold Street and Lords Road, and Elswick Street between Edith Street and Seale Street as part of the review.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 15         Clontarf Cottage Refurbishment and Marketing Strategy

Motion: (Fergusson/Byrne)

1. That Council receive and note the report.

2. That Council expresses its appreciation to officers for the preparation and presentation of the detailed Marketing Strategy for the utilisation of Council venues.

3. That Council requests that officers provide a confirmed timeframe for the implementation of the Marketing Strategy.

4. That Council notes that work is progressing toward the installation of a new kitchen scheduled for August 2025, and requests that as part of the design process, officers prepare an alternative design option that includes relocating the water heater and removing the cupboard to allow for an extended kitchen layout, with associated costings to be presented to the June Council meeting.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Procedural Motion (Howard/Byrne)

That Council allow Clr Smith to speak for 1 additional minute on Item 16.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 16         New Public Toilets - Weekley, McNeilly and Jarvie Parks

Motion: (Smith/Howard)

1. That Council receive and note the report.

2. That Council expand the site investigation for the location of the public toilet in Weekley Park to include the current ‘chess set’ location near the corner of Percival and Albany Roads, Stanmore.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Procedural Motion (Byrne/Howard)

That Council allow Clr Smith to speak for 1 additional minute on Item 16.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 17         Cleaning up our laneways

Motion: (Smith/Atkins)

1. That Council receive and note the report.

2. That Council maintain the increased service level in the identified laneways as was undertaken during the trial.

3. That Council undertake and receive a report back on a replicated six-month trial in laneways adjacent to other main streets that have been identified as future Special Entertainment Precincts, including:

a) Darling St, Balmain-Rozelle,

b) Marrickville Rd and New Canterbury Rd, Dulwich Hill,

c) Norton St, Leichhardt,

d) Victoria Rd and Addison Rd, Marrickville,

e) Marrickville Town Centre, and

f) South King St, Newtown.

4. That Council include assessment of waste storage as part of annual inspections of all medium and high risk food businesses and continue undertaking both education of and regulatory action against non-compliant businesses. 

5. That Council pending approvals with Ausgrid, install additional lighting in areas of the laneways identified as having deficient lighting, with funding identified as part of the next quarterly budget review.

6. That Council continue letterbox drops of surrounding multi-unit dwellings at six-monthly intervals with information about the free Council clean-up service and the HomeCycle doorstop service.

7. That Council write to all adjacent households and businesses informing them of the maintenance of  increased service levels, including street cleaning and inspections, and plans for installation of additional lighting once confirmed.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 18         Robert Street, Balmain - Opportunities for separated
         pedestrian/cycle lane

Motion:  (Fergusson/Byrne)

1. That Council receive and note the report.

2. That Council thank Council officers for their work in preparing and presenting this report.

3. That Council requests that officers provide a confirmed timeline for the design of a separated pedestrian and cycle path between Mullins Street and Buchanan Street in the 2025/2026 financial year, including clarification of the expected commencement date within that year, and present a report at the June Council meeting.

4. That Council requests a further update once the timing has been confirmed with Place Management NSW and Transport for NSW regarding community consultation on the proposed $17 million connectivity and accessibility upgrades to active transport links surrounding the White Bay Power Station.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Councillor Raciti left the meeting at 9:11pm

C0525(1) Item 19         Flood Improvement Plan for Evan Jones Playground and Whites
         Creek Lane, Leichhardt

Motion: (Scott/Blake)

1. That Council receive and note the report.

2. That Council write to Sydney Water requesting updated costing associated with upgrading of the Whites Creek stormwater channel.

3. That Council identify grant funding options available, and preparatory work that would be needed to apply for such grants, to fund these upgrades.

4. That Council report the outcomes of these engagements to Council in August 2025.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

C0525(1) Item 21         Trans Pride Australia Proposal for Solidarity Crossing

Motion:  (Howard/Atkins)

1. That Council receive and note the report.

2. That Council officers meet with Clrs Howard, Atkins and representatives from Trans Pride Australia to further discuss proposals for a solidarity crossing.

3. That Council provide an updated report at the August 2025 Council meeting with five feasible options for a solidarity crossing, including the rationale for each option, and a recommendation for decision.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

C0525(1) Item 25         Notice of Motion: Haberfield Business Roundtable

Motion: (Scott/Howard)

1. That Council note the contribution local businesses make to Haberfield and the Inner West.

2. That Council host a Roundtable with local Haberfield businesses, AshBiz and the Member for Summer Hill, the Hon Jo Haylen MP, about ways Inner West Council and the NSW Government can better support local businesses in Haberfield.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

Procedural Motion (Scott/Howard)

That Council enter into Confidential session.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Raciti

Councillor Raciti returned to the meeting at 9:17pm

Procedural Motion (Byrne/Atkins)

That Council move back into the Open Session of the Council meeting.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Confidential Session

That in accordance with Section 10A(1) of the Local Government Act 1993, the following matters be considered in Closed Session of Council for the reasons provided:

C0525(1) Item 34 RFT 41-24 Insurance Services (Section 10A(2)(c) of the Local Government Act 1993) that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business; AND commercial information of a confidential nature (Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993) that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it. 

C0525(1) Item 35 RFT 04-25 Mackey Park Amenities Construction (Section 10A(2)(c) of the Local Government Act 1993) that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business; AND commercial information of a confidential nature (Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993) that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.   

C0525(1) Item 36 RFT 09-24 Print and Associated Services Tender Evaluation Report (Section 10A(2)(c) of the Local Government Act 1993) that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business; AND commercial information of a confidential nature (Section 10A(2)(d)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993) that would, if disclosed prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.     

C0525(1) Item 37 Contributions And Reimbursements (Section 10A(2)(g) of the Local Government Act 1993) that would otherwise be privileged from production in legal proceedings on the ground of legal professional privilege. 

resolutions passed during closed session

C0525(1) Item 34         RFT 41-24 Insurance Services

Motion: (Scott/D’Arienzo)

1. That Council determines, pursuant to section 55(3)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993 that a satisfactory result would not be achieved by openly inviting tenders for the provision of insurance services due to the following extenuating circumstances:

a) The local government sector is predominantly insured via mutual insurance providers as opposed to the commercial insurance market;

b) There are only two mutual insurance providers servicing the New South Wales local government sector;

c) Council wishes to remain with a mutual insurance provider; and

d) There would be no better outcome by proceeding to open tender given the desire of Council to remain with a mutual insurance arrangement.

2. That Council determines JLT Risk Solutions Pty Ltd ABN 69009098864 as scheme manager for Statewide Mutual, as its commercial policies of insurance services provider.

3. That Council determines the term of the contract for Council’s commercial policies of insurance to be from 1 July 2025 to the period ending 30 June 2031.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

C0525(1) Item 35         RFT 04-25 Mackey Park Amenities Construction

Motion: (Howard/Scott)

1. That Council accepts Andrik Construction Group Pty Ltd’s tender submission for RFT 04-25 Mackey Park Amenities Construction for the lump sum price of $1,552,680 (ex GST) or $1,707,948 (inc GST).

2. That Council approves the contingency amount as stated in the Confidential report: RFT 04-25 Mackey Park Amenities Construction provided to Council at the Ordinary Council meeting on 20 May 2025.

3. That Council delegates authority to the General Manager to execute an agreement with Andrik Construction Group Pty Ltd at the value of the approved lump sum.

4. That Council delegates authority to the General Manager, or their delegate, to execute any number of variations to the agreement with Andrik Construction Group Pty Ltd up to the total value of the contingency amount as stated in the Confidential report: RFT 04-25 Mackey Park Amenities Construction provided to Council at the Ordinary Council meeting on 20 May 2025.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Councillor Blake left the meeting at 9:25pm as he declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 36 as he has worked with many of the tenderers.

C0525(1) Item 36         RFT 09-24 Print and Associated Services Tender Evaluation
         Report

Motion: (Scott/Howard)

That this item be deferred.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Cr Blake

Councillor Blake returned to the meeting at 9:26pm

DISCLOSURES OF INTEREST:  

The Mayor, Councillor Byrne declared a significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 37 - Contributions and Reimbursements, as he knows a person listed to receive a reimbursement within the report. He will leave the meeting during voting and discussion on the matter.  

Councillor Carlisle declared a significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 37 - Contributions and Reimbursements, as a person who is owed money by Council is a member of her local Australian Labor Party Branch. She will leave the meeting during voting and discussion on the matter.

Procedural Motion (D’Arienzo/Howard)

That Council note the disclosures of interest from the Mayor, Councillor Byrne and Councillor Carlisle.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

The Mayor, Councillor Byrne left the meeting at 9:29pm and vacated the Chair as he declared a significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 37. The Deputy Mayor, Councillor Howard assumed the Chair.

Councillor Carlisle left the meeting at 9:29pm as she declared a significant, non-pecuniary interest in Item 37.

C0525(1) Item 37         Contributions and Reimbursements

Motion: (Scott/Blake)

That this item be deferred.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Absent:                        Crs Byrne and Carlisle

The Mayor, Councillor Byrne returned to the meeting at 9:30pm. The Deputy Mayor, Councillor Howard, vacated the Chair and the Mayor, Councillor Byrne assumed the Chair.

Councillor Carlisle returned to the meeting at 9:30pm

Procedural Motion (Blake/Barlow)

That Council consider an urgency motion on Racism towards First Nations Peoples in the Inner West at this Council meeting.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

The Chairperson ruled this matter urgent.

Motion: (Blake/Scott)

1. That Council condemns the recent incidents of racist graffiti at Boomalli Aboriginal Artists Co-operative.

2. That Council acknowledges that racism must be opposed in all its forms, that there has been an increase in racism in our community, including towards Indigenous Australians during the Voice referendum, and that racism directed at one community has the potential to harm all diverse communities. 

3. That Council notes the steps already taken by Council to combat racism, and support community cohesion, including the recent Mayoral Roundtable on Social Cohesion that Inner West Council co-hosted; the recently released Anti-Racism Strategy, the first developed by a local council in NSW; and recent actions adopted via Mayoral Minute at the 18 February 2025 Council meeting, including a briefing for all councillors with the local Police Area Command and with Multicultural NSW on how Council can support community safety and cohesion at the local level, investment in community ethnic organisations, the completion of three Indigenous Survival Memorials, customised Anti-Racism Training, and support for greater economic participation for people from diverse backgrounds or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

4. That Council hold an additional urgent meeting with the Boomalli Aboriginal Artists Co-operative, in collaboration with Council’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Local Democracy Group, to discuss how Council can best support their community safety concerns.

Motion Carried

For Motion:                 Crs Antoniou, Atkins, Barlow, Blake, Byrne, Carlisle, Clay, D'Arienzo, Fergusson, Howard, Macri, Raciti, Scott, Smith and Tastan

Against Motion:          Nil

Meeting closed at 9.34pm

Public Speakers:

Item #	Speaker	Suburb
Item 2:	Justin Simon Dan Conway Paul Mortimer Philip Bull Evan Mistilis Amanda Bailey Tom Watson Daniel Buckmaster	Summer Hill Marrickville Marrickville Marrickville Ashfield Bella Vista Dulwich Hill Ashfield
Item 3:	Tim Luckett Ann Markham Bill Mavrodis Colgan Darton Rene Holmes	Enmore Marrickville Dulwich Hill Enmore Ashfield
Item 8:	Naomi Dale Wilson	Leichhardt
Item 18:	Tim Hand Keith Stallard	Balmain Balmain
Item 26:	Rod Saye	Ashfield

Unconfirmed Minutes of Ordinary Council meeting held on 20 May 2025.