Council meeting preview: Standing Committee – Monday 11 September 2023

Published on 07 September 2023

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Council’s next meeting will take place at the Administration Building at Speers Point on Monday 11 September 2023, with a Standing Committee meeting starting from 6.30pm.

Members of the public have the option to watch the proceedings live online at webcast.lakemac.com.au

Below are some of the items listed for discussion.

You can view the full agenda online.

Requests for donations

Council will consider approving seven funding applications under the donations program.

The applications up for consideration are:

  • $2000 to the Newcastle and Hunter Valley Bird Rescue to upgrade their bird rescue facilities, allowing them to rehome more birds across Lake Macquarie
  • $2000 to Kinfish to contribute to the cost of delivering saltwater adventures to Australian Defence Force Veterans and their families in Lake Macquarie
  • $2000 to Newcastle Meals on Wheels for the purchase of new uniforms for their Toronto, Boolaroo and Morisset volunteers
  • $1799 to the first Edgeworth Scout Group for the purchase of a new computer to be used for registering new members
  • $1561.98 to the first Teralba Sea Scouts for the purchase of new equipment for the Scout Hall in Teralba

Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards

Council will consider accepting the ongoing management of the Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards.

The annual awards celebrate individuals, businesses, and their achievements in Lake Macquarie City.