Shoalhaven City Council
Public Forum - 17/02/2026
A public forum was held ahead of the Ordinary Meeting agenda, with two speakers opposing proposed items, no submissions refused, and no written submissions received.
Discussion
- Public forum speakers on upcoming agenda items
Two residents were listed to address the forum against recommendations on CL26.18 (Greening Our City Grant for 102 Trees – Process & Implementation) and CL26.32 (2024 Berry Heritage Review and related LEP/DCP amendments).
Shows community opposition ahead of council decisions on tree planting/grant implementation and heritage/planning amendments.
Impacts
- Residents may see council debate on tree planting and greening project implementation.
- Residents in Berry may be affected by heritage review outcomes and planning control changes.
- No public submissions were lodged for this forum.
Next
- Council to consider the two related agenda items at the upcoming Ordinary Meeting.
After the 17 February 2026 public forum
Extract
Public Forum RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PUBLIC FORUM Meeting Date: Tuesday, 17 February 2026 Location: The Studio, Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra Time: 5.30PM The following members were present: Clr Peter Wilkins - Chairperson Clr Selena Clancy Clr Denise Kemp (Remotely) Clr Luciano Casmiri Clr Karlee Dunn (Remotely) Clr Brett Steele Clr Bob Proudfoot Clr Jemma Tribe Clr Matthew Norris Clr Gillian Boyd (Remotely) Clr Ben Krikstolaitis (Remotely) Clr Debbie Killian The meeting was opened by an Acknowledgement of Country by the Chairperson. The Chief Executive Officer read a statement advising those present that the proceedings of this forum (including presentations...