Notices and Tenders

P220293

Planning approval is sought for the proposed for an Extractive Industry – Gravel and Sand. The application proposes the following operation of gravel and sand extraction for the site.

The proposal is summarised as follow:

• The use will involve the extraction of gravel and sand.
• Extraction is proposed over a total area of 16.2ha with 195,000m3 extracted; 125,000m3 of gravel and 70,000m3 of sand.
• Proposed 9 cells with area areas of 2ha, open pits are restricted to 1 cell at a time.
• Material/stockpiles are to be 2m high (maximum).
• Topsoil shifted is to into stockpile are to be used as noise mitigation bunds.
• Dust suppressant agents  and water are proposed to be used to manage potential dust.
• Operating hours are between 7am to 7pm Monday to Friday and 7am to 1pm on Saturdays.
• The extraction depth is 0.8m - 1.5m
• The haulage route proposed is north and south of Bussell Highway.
• An average of 12 truck movements per day
• No ripping and blasting is proposed onsite.
• Equipment to be used for the extraction includes; excavator, graders, dozers, front end loaders, semi-trailers.
• Equipment to be used for rehabilitation works includes; tractors and seeders.
• No vegetation is proposed to be removed.
• Rehabilitation to pasture is proposed by respreading the topsoil on site prior to reseeding.
• The proposal is seeking an 10 year approval.

The extractive industry application can be viewed here

Submission Form

Submissions can be emailed to spdplanning@amrshire.wa.gov.au by 24 July 2020

So the end of the Financial Year is upon us and everyone will no doubt be rushing around getting last minute jobs done, but for now, lets just sit back and take a look at what the Depot crew have been doing over the last 5 weeks.

Irwin St, Drainage Works

For a while now the drainage areas were damaged on Irwin Street, so the Shire have replaced and realigned the pipeline which is now working very well.  The new kerbing was also installed to divert water flow down the hill into the drain and prevent washouts into the river, especially through heavy downpours to ensure no flooding of surrounding areas.  Gravel was reinstated for the boat ramp access along with top dressing.  It works a treat, and here are some of the works that were carried out.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blackwood Avenue footpath, Augusta

The Shire received a customer request from residents in Augusta asking the Shire to look at making improvements to the footpath along Blackwood Avenue.  The height of the kerbing has made it difficult for people to negotiate access on and off the footpath.  Both sides of the intersection (as shown below) have now been upgraded with compliant kerb ramps with further improvements due in the next financial year through this section of footpath.  This now ensures safety for all users of this path.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Leeuwin Road

Further to the roadworks the Shire have been carrying out on Leeuwin Road, Augusta, we have recently completed “backfilling” of the kerbs along the road.  Backfilling is required on roads to ensure the sides of the road do not collapse, and to provide longevity in the side banks of the road.  This also holds kerbs in place and re-enforces the road.  Backfill consists of “clean-fill” or “screened spoil” that is left over from previous works – such as construction of a road.  Basically, this means we have put in clean soil.  Once the vegetation returns, this will further stabilise the area.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bullant Drive, Forrest Grove

Hello to everyone in Forrest Grove, on Bullant Drive.  So, by now you will have noticed the resheeting that the construction crew recently completed.  Resheeting facts:  Over time unsealed roads will lose gravel and will need placement of additional gravel.  This involves placing an additional 100mm of compacted gravel on top of the existing road.  Drivers are responsible for their own safety and of other users, so remember, always travel to the road conditions.  When motorists travel quickly on unsealed roads this causes surface conditions to change often.  This can create more dust, more potholes and a lot more corrugations.  The pictures below show you the resheeting on Bullant Drive.   

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cowaramup Hall

Some of you may not know but the Cowaramup Hall has had its much-needed upgrade and now has the planting upgraded as well.  Below shows the new grass planted along with new trees.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dump point, Cowaramup

A traveler’s buddy, a dump point located in Cowaramup is now completed.  It is located on Hall Road, so if any visitors ask you if we have a dump point, you can point them in the direction of Hall Road.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pioneer Park, Cowaramup

Parks & Gardens crew laid new turf around the recently completed toilets at Pioneer Park in Cowaramup.  Our building services team arranged for the completion of these new facilities at the park.  Great team effort everyone.  Having the new accessible toilet facilities will benefit all the Shire along with visitors to the area. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Station Road and Wallcliffe Road carpark

If you haven’t been along Wallcliffe or Station Roads for a while, when you do next, you will see this new carpark on the corner.  Some final touches are to be made such as line marking and trimming recycled water pipes, but once these are completed, there will be some more parking for our town centre.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flinders Bay

Well, we have been showing you the progress of the upgrade of the road at Flinders Bay, so now we can show you the completion of these works along with compliant ACROD parking bay and new turf which “finishes” the newly constructed road.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Storm damage reports

Just a friendly reminder that the number to call for "AFTER HOURS" emergencies only is 0409 805 255.  This number is for reporting any trees down, flooding and general storm damage in the Shire.  The phone operates from 4pm - 7am every week day and on the weekends and public holidays it is operated 24 hours.  

So it’s time to say “see you later”, and during winter we will be carrying out storm damage cleanup, grading, drainage then our newsletter will be published again once our works program is up and running in October.  Enjoy this month’s newsletter and stay safe and warm over the cooler months to come, the Depot Crew.

In accordance with Part 4 of the Local Government (Functions and General) Regulations 1996, the Shire of Augusta Margaret River is seeking tenders from appropriate parties for the provision of mechanical services in relation to its fleet of fire appliances and associated equipment.

A copy of the Request for Tender documents (RFT) can be obtained by emailing tenders@amrshire.wa.gov.au  (including a note of the RFT reference 02-21 in the email subject).

All tenders are to be received by the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River before the closing deadline of 2pm (AWST) Friday 31 July 2020. No late tenders will be accepted.

Tenders must be lodged electronically to tenders@amrshire.wa.gov.au The email subject must include the text “RFT 02-21 – SUBMISSION”. If the Tender submission is too large to deliver by email, tenderers may email a drop box link to the Shire at the above email address.

Hard copy or facsimile Tenders will not be accepted.

Further information on the tender and tender process can be obtained by contacting Mel Aylett on 08 9780 5279.

Canvassing of the Elected Councillors or Officers will result in immediate disqualification of the relevant Tender.

STEPHANIE ADDISON-BROWN

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL – 8 JULY 2020

 

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL – 8 JULY 2020

 

The Ordinary Meeting of Council due to be held at 5.30pm Wednesday 8 July 2020, in the Margaret River Council Chambers has been cancelled.

 

The next Ordinary Meeting of Council will be held at 5.30pm on Wednesday 22 July 2020 in the Margaret River Council Chambers, 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River.  Items which may be considered at the meeting include*:

 

• Final Corporate Plan 2020-24
• Councillor Briefings, Concept Forums, Workshops – Quarterly Report April – June 2020
• Adoption of 2020-21 Early Payments Incentives, Payment Options, Late Payment Interest and Instalment Charges
• Adoption of 2020-21 Differential Rates and Rates Concessions
• Adoption of 2020-21 Budget
• Monthly Financial Report – May 2020
• List of Payments – May 2020
• Draft Community Capacity Building Plan
• Audit and Risk Management Committee Meeting Minutes – 24 June 2020
• RFT 07-20 Supply of Road, Traffic and Safety Signage and Associated Accessories
• Environmental Management Fund 2020/21
• Community Engagement Policy Review
• White Elephant Café Gnarabup Sub Lease and Redevelopment – Reserve 41545
• Delegation – Procurement of Goods or Services During State Emergency

 

For further information and requests for deputations or submission of public questions, please contact the Governance Officer / Council Support, Claire Schiller on (08) 9780 5205 or email cschiller@amrshire.wa.gov.au.

 

*This list is subject to change. A final list of agenda items and briefings will be available on the Shire’s website from 6pm Friday 10 July 2020.

 

In accordance with Part 4 of the Local Government (Functions and General) Regulations 1996, the Shire of Augusta Margaret River is seeking tenders from appropriate parties for the provision of Weed and Turf Insect Pest Management.

A copy of the Request for Tender documents (RFT) can be obtained by emailing tenders@amrshire.wa.gov.au  (including a note of the RFT reference 01-21 in the email subject).

All tenders are to be received by the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River before the closing deadline of 2.00 pm AWST Monday, 20 July 2020. No late tenders will be accepted.

Tenders must be lodged electronically to tenders@amrshire.wa.gov.au The email subject must include the text “RFT 01-21 – SUBMISSION”. If the Tender submission is too large to deliver by email, tenderers may email a drop box link to the Shire at the above email address.

Hard copy or facsimile Tenders will not be accepted.

Further information on the tender and tender process can be obtained by contacting Sadie Breslin on 08 9780 5222.

Canvassing of the Elected Councillors or Officers will result in immediate disqualification of the relevant Tender.

STEPHANIE ADDISON-BROWN

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER