President's Report
January 2021 - Happy New Year!
Moort Wabiny Park
The power is now connected to the park with evening lights coming on as the sun goes down and staying on till approximately 9.30am. The BBQs are now also operational.
The Official Opening will be on the morning of Friday 12 February 2021. Full details will be in the February Blarney, but please save the date if you would like to attend.
Christmas Lights
There were some great displays of Christmas Lights around town. Congratulations to the following winners:
Best New Entry: Carol Allen, Great Southern Hwy
Best East Side: Rachel Lucas, Dempster Street
Best West Side: Stanfield Family, Smith Street
Beverley’s Biggest and Best Christmas Tree: Mick Heavy, Great Southern Hwy
Community Grants
The second round of Community Grants open Monday 4 January 2021 and close 4pm, Friday 29 January 2021. Community Groups need to be incorporated. Small Individual grants for state and national representation in your field are also available. Forms are available from the Shire Office or on the website. Speak to Ash or Ali if you have any queries.
Road Program
Maintenance grading of gravel roads will recommence after harvest.
Councillor Resignation
Council has regretfully accepted the resignation of Cr Darryl Brown. Cr Brown served on Council for 7 years and was a strong advocate and champion for Beverley Youth, and in particular the Youth Activity Area. His commitment to Council and the community will be missed.
Reconciliation Action Plan
Council are seeking to commence planning for the Shire’s Reconciliation Action Plan in February. Expressions of Interest to join the Committee will be advertised in the February Blarney.
LRCI Funding Updates
The Old Courthouse Roof Sheet Replacement, Platform Theatre Green Room painting and Platform Theatre Artificial Turf Replacement projects are now all completed under the LRCI Funding. The Town Hall flooring has all been replaced with the sanding and waxing to be completed early in the new year.
2021 Council Meeting Dates
Council meeting dates are as below. They start at 3pm in Council Chambers. Under the current COVID-19 restrictions the number of visitors is restricted. It is preferred that you email any questions (up to 3) for Council to execassist@beverley.wa.gov.au no later than 12noon the day of the meeting. Answers to your questions will be emailed the following day. If you still must attend in person, please arrive at 2.50pm to register.
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No meeting in January
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Tuesday 23 February 2021
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Tuesday 23 March 2021
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Tuesday 27 April 2021
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Tuesday 25 May 2021
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Tuesday 22 June 2021
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Tuesday 27 July 2021
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Tuesday 24 August 2021
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Tuesday 28 September 2021
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Tuesday 26 October 2021
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Tuesday 23 November 2021
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Tuesday 14 December 2021
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Beverley RSL Sub-Branch 100 Year Charter
Congratulations to the RSL who celebrated their 100th year Charter of the Beverley RSL Sub-Year on Wednesday 16 December.
Cr Don Davis
Shire President