Inquiry into local government funding and service delivery in Victoria, examining cost-shifting, revenue structure, and service adequacy.

A petition to reduce the speed limit on Birrells Road, Newlands Arm from 100kph to 80kph, signed by 42 valid signatories.

The inclusion of five roads to the Register of Public Roads and removal of one ensures compliance with the Road Management Act 2004, enhancing maintenance and access for residents.

Extension of East Gippsland Agriculture Committee's eight members' term by six months to 30 June 2025 to ensure continued agricultural guidance.

Recommending to not forming a Climate Change Advisory Body. Instead, focus on enhancing current climate policies, collaboration, and community engagement.

Road safety upgrades along Myer Street, Lakes Entrance, aim to enhance drainage, pedestrian access, and parking, with community input considered.

Redevelop Maurice Avenue, Mallacoota into a pedestrian-friendly space, reconstruct the carriageway, parking, kerb, footpath, and install new drainage infrastructure to enhance the overall streetscape.

Quarter Three Progress Report for the Council Plan 2023-24 details achievements and initiatives undertaken by Council.

Proposed amendment of locality boundaries for Eagle Point, Paynesville, Newlands Arm, Raymond Island, Boole Poole, and Metung which aims to address emergency dispatch confusion.

Proposed amendment of locality boundaries for Lakes Entrance and Kalimna which aims to address emergency dispatch confusion.

Submission for the House of Representatives Standing Committee inquiry on local government sustainability to address financial challenges and infrastructure needs.

Council's Advocacy Strategy (Strategy) outlines the priorities of Council, in representing the community, that require the most attention and supports a strong program of advocacy activities to targeted audiences.

Council is required by the Local Government Act 2020 (Act) to deliver services in accordance with the service principles in Part 5 Section 106 of Act. This report provides Council with information on how the customer service centre and library services have been used across a 12-month trial period.

The 2024 National General Assembly (NGA) of the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) will be conducted 2 - 4 July 2024. The theme for the 2024 NGA is 'Building Community Trust', which aims to explore the critical importance of trust in government, between governments, its institutions, and its citizens. This trust is a fundamental building block of our nation's democracy.

The purpose of this procurement is to create a new contract to replace the previous contract CON2019 1262 Sealed Road Rehabilitation of Various Roads which expired June 2023. The current delivery of these services is quoted on an 'as required' basis. This contract is for the maintenance and improvement of Council's sealed road network. Road rehabilitation works are undertaken to ensure the ongoing integrity of the road pavement and safety of the travelling public across the shire.

Tender proposals were sought for this Schedule of Rates service contract for the provision of mechanical, hydraulic, and sundry repair services for Council's mobile plant. It is anticipated that the expenditure will be approximately $185,000 per annum. The contract is for a three-year term with the option of one twenty-four-month extension.

This item relates the civil works component for the development of a Resource Recovery Centre (RCC) at the Bairnsdale Transfer Station/Landfill. The RCC project includes two components due to the construction disciplines required to deliver the RCC, civil construction, and commercial shed construction.

This item relates the shed construction component for the development of a Resource Recovery Centre (RRC) at the Bairnsdale Transfer Station/Landfill.

Road safety and the safety of our communities and visitors whilst on or adjacent to a road is of paramount importance. Community safety is recognised as a priority in many of Council's key guiding documents.

The purpose of this report is for Council to decide on the motion/s to be presented to the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) State Council meeting, which will be held on 17 May 2024.

The purpose of this report is to seek Council's endorsement for a substitute representative for the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV).

The purpose of this report is to present to Council a recommendation to approve an application for use of the land for accommodation, event and function centre, liquor licence and car parking dispensation at 105 Mathiesons Road, Eagle Point.

This report is seeking Council's approval of a new S11A Instrument of Appointment and Authorisation as an Authorised Officer pursuant to the Planning and Environment Act 1987.

Council's Chief Executive Officer is responsible for ensuring that the decisions of the Council are implemented without undue delay.

The draft Council Plan Progress Report 2023-24 Quarter Two, period ending 31 December 2023 (draft report) is presented at Attachment 1, and provides a summary of major initiatives, actions and strategic indicators listed in the Annual Action Plan 2023-24.

The purpose of this report is to provide Council with options on the feasibility and viability of developing and implementing Data Dashboards.

This report seeks Council approval to commence proceedings for a road closure and discontinuance, to allow the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) to complete the sale of the relevant portion of this Road, outlined in red at Attachment 1, to the current owner of the Property.

Provided in this report as at the end of December 2023, is an overview of the year-to-date (YTD) operating and capital expenditure compared to the forecast result, and adjustments to the adopted budget for the full year that have been incorporated into the full year forecast result.

This report provides minutes for the Agricultural Sector Advisory Committee (ASAC) meeting held 17 August 2023, and the 16 November 2023 both at 7.30am, Corporate Centre 273 Main Street, Bairnsdale VIC 3875.

An application for Planning Permit has been lodged with the Minister for Planning for the proposed use and development of a renewable energy facility and battery storage facility, utility installation and the removal of native vegetation at 910 Princes Highway, Bairnsdale.

As part of the delivery and monitoring of the annual Capital Works and Major Projects (including Landfill Rehabilitation Projects) program, a quarterly review of the program is provided to Council.

Council, with support from other agencies, has prepared a fourth Bushfire Recovery Progress Report on recovery actions following the 2019/20 Black Summer fires in East Gippsland.

This report provides minutes for the Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) meeting held 16 October 2023, 3.00pm, Corporate Centre 273 Main St, Bairnsdale VIC 3875.

Destination Gippsland Ltd (DGL) is the Regional Tourism Board and the peak tourism organisation for the Gippsland region. DGL is a public company limited by guarantee with six financial members (each Gippsland Council). DGL has reporting responsibilities to Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) as well as funding partners and Visit Victoria.

An application to amend planning permit 5.2018.32.2 (formerly 32/2018/P/A) at 550 Metung Road, Metung has been lodged with Council. The application (Attachment 1) requests modification to conditions of the permit to increase the number of racing dogs permitted to be kept from 16 to 34 (increase by 18), and to endorse new plans, including for a larger new secure kennel building.