Resolutions and other motions from the Council Meeting on Tuesday 13 February 2024

Wednesday 14 February 2024

Aerial photograph of Richmond Town Hall

At Tuesday night’s Council Meeting, Council:

  • endorsed a community consultation regarding the installation of additional play equipment at Cambridge Street Reserve in Collingwood. 
  • supported the proposed planning scheme amendment C322yara for the Richmond Power Station renewal project, subject to conditions improving public access and environmental sustainability.
  • agreed to address the insurance challenges facing local live music venues by seeking a report and exploring advocacy options.
  • resolved to engage with the City of Melbourne, Merri-bek Council, the Health Minister and other stakeholders on greening Melbourne General Cemetery.
  • resolved to request State Government proactive assistance in implementing its circular economy reforms in public housing developments in Yarra. 

Council heard the following reports:  

  • Governance Report - February 2024
    - Council resolved to urge Local Government Victoria for more engagement time on reform consultations, advocating for proper resources to support integrity reforms in local government.
  • Quarterly Community Report - Quarter Two 2023/24 

Other agenda items and more details about the above items can be viewed in the Council Meeting minutes, available online from Friday 16 February.

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