# Council Meeting - 28 September 2026

The City of Hobart Council meeting held on September 28, 2026, focused extensively on transportation infrastructure, particularly the Northern Suburbs Rapid Bus Project and its relationship to potential light rail options. Council members debated a joint submission endorsing the rapid bus proposal while some advocated for keeping the option of light rail open in future discussions. The council ultimately passed a motion to include wording that leaves the door open for light rail, reflecting ongoing community and inter-council interest. Additionally, the meeting addressed a dilapidation report related to the McQuarie Point development, with discussions on extending the report to cover high-value city assets such as the Bridge of Remembrance and the aquatic center. The council voted against the amendment to extend the dilapidation report but approved the original recommendations. Other procurement-related topics included a petition process for public meetings and updates on council allowances and financial disclosures. The meeting also included questions about legal expenses, consultant expenditures, and contaminated soil disposal contracts, indicating ongoing oversight of city projects and expenditures.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Transportation, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** September 28, 2026

### Sources
- [Council Meeting - 28 September 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LkrIyKhhV4) - City of Hobart