project/site · 2 meetings
Jerry Bailey Burial Ground
Context
- Tracked aliases include Jerry Bailey Burial Ground.
Mentions
- Cultural heritage project discussed by Council and Elders.
- Subject of a staged project moving into a new engagement phase
- Signals continued progress on a culturally significant local site and indicates more community consultation is expected soon.
- Important for families, Elders and residents interested in heritage recognition and how Council responds to a long-standing community issue.
- Signals continued culturally appropriate planning for a significant local heritage/burial site.
Decisions
Jerry Bailey Burial Ground project update received
Council staff gave a verbal update on the burial ground project and reported that discussions with around 20 Elders were positive and constructive, with support for continuing staged consultation and further community engagement.
Signals continued progress on a culturally significant local site and indicates more community consultation is expected soon.
Topics
Jerry Bailey Burial Ground memorialisation
The CEO had met with about 20 participants, mostly Elders, to discuss the significance of the burial ground and next steps towards formal acknowledgement and memorialisation. A further meeting, including the Mayor, was anticipated around 1 July.
Important for families, Elders and residents interested in heritage recognition and how Council responds to a long-standing community issue.
Jerry Bailey Burial Ground project progression
The meeting notes indicate the project is moving from Phase One to Phase Two, with a Steering Committee to be established and further engagement with Elders, the Mayor, the CEO and community members.
Signals continued culturally appropriate planning for a significant local heritage/burial site.