At its meeting on 5 December 2023 Council adopted the Plan of Management and Master Plan. Council’s decision is as follows:

1. That Council adopt the Plan of Management for Elkington Park and Fitzroy Avenue Reserve as legally described in Table 1.0 of this report.
2. That a registered conservation architect be engaged to provide detailed design work to improve accessibility to the park including future lighting improvements and all abilities access to the Heritage Rotunda, while ensuring the integrity of the rotunda is retained and enhanced. Upon the completion of accessibility design works, budget estimates are finalised for upgrading accessibility to the rotunda as part of the 2024/25 operational plan and budget.
3. That Council proceed with the preparation and lodgement of a Development Application in relation to the adaptive reuse of the Elkington Park Cottage for community use, including options for short term activation, use for events, exhibitions and/or café.