This document details the procedure the public needs to adopt to make a presentation to a council meeting
Council's Code of Meeting Practice was adopted by on 24 January 2008.
Follow this link to view or download Code of Meeting Practice. All downloads are in Acrobat Format (pdf). more ..
Emu Creek Floodplain Study - Published: 02 Jul 2008
A comprehensive floodplain risk management plan (FRMP) is to be prepared for Emu Creek and its tributary streams as part of a Government program to mitigate the impacts of major floods and reduce the hazards in the floodplain at Grenfell. An important first step in the process of preparing an FRMP is the undertaking of a flood study for the study area. The flood study is the formal starting process of defining management measures for flood liable land and represents a detailed technical investigation of flood behaviour.
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Equal Opportunity Employment Management Plan - Published: 12 Oct 2009
The purpose of this Management Plan is to inform all employees, potential employees and the general community at large that the Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. more ..
Grenfell Sewer Contributions Plan - Published: 17 Dec 2008
This document contains the Council procedures for administration, assessment and settlement of contributions for sewerage infrastructure in Weddin, as well as a schedule of the specific rates for contribution.
The Plan also contains strategies relating to the provision of public infrastructure and the methodology for determining the contribution rates.
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Local Companion Animals Management Plan - Published: 20 Jan 2009
The development and implementation of a comprehensive and effective Local Companion Animal Management Plan is essential to enable Weddin Shire Council to provide a balanced and common sense approach to the emotive issue of animal management within the Shire.
The new legislative reform provides for additional enforcement while acknowledging that community education and responsible pet ownership is of paramount importance and must be pursued in partnership with the legislation strategies.
This Plan identifies the advantages, disadvantages and the perceived community concerns relating to pet ownership and provides a series of recommendations directed towards a proactive approach with deliverable outcomes in relation to the management of companion animals.
While this Plan has been prepared with due consideration of national data and trends, it is designed to provide a strategic framework and a balanced management system specific to the Weddin Shire which will serve the needs of both pet-owners and non-pet owners alike more ..
Management Plan for Community Lands - Published: 24 Apr 2009
The objective of this Management Plan is to ensure effective planning, control and operation of the community lands within the Shire, for the enjoyment and benefit of the community and as provided for under the terms of the New South Wales Local Government Act, 1993. more ..
Pesticide Notification Plan - Published: 26 May 2008
The purpose of this plan is to inform the community of pesticide use in public places controlled by the Weddin Shire Council. The aim of this plan is to allow members of the community to avoid contact with pesticides. more ..
Policy for Building and Development - Published: 12 Oct 2009
This policy does not apply to Exempt or Complying Development.
The following Building & Development Policy to control the siting and structural standards for the erection of structures within the Weddin Shire Local Government Area.
The provisions of this Policy are to be considered in conjunction with the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, Building Code of Australia and the Weddin Shire Local Environmental Plan 2002.
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Policy for Construction of Kerb and Gutter, Footways, Accesses and Driveways - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to set out the conditions under which Council may require contributions to the construction of kerb and gutter, footways (footpaths), accesses and driveways throughout the shire. more ..
Policy for Credit Card Use - Published: 28 Aug 2009
The purpose of this policy is to:-
- Ensure that organisational transactions are carried out as efficiently as possible through the use of credit cards as appropriate.
- Guard against any possible abuse of organisational credit cards.
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Policy for Design Standards for Rural Roads - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to establish the minimum design standards for the construction and reconstruction of rural roads within the shire. more ..
Policy for Email Communications with Council - Published: 12 Oct 2009
The purpose of this policy is to outline what external communications are acceptable by Council. This policy applies to all external messages sent into Council via email. more ..
Policy for Enforcement - Published: 17 Dec 2008
The Enforcement Policy reflects the need for a transparent decision making process of Council authorised officers to be carried out in an efficient, fair and consistent manner having regard to all the circumstances. The inclusion of Appendices A and B at the rear of the policy can be interpreted as a guide to indicate the relative level of seriousness of some offences and therefore, from a consistency viewpoint, to determine whether or not the Council may issue a warning prior to some level of formal action. more ..
Policy for Equal Employment Opportunity - Published: 12 Oct 2009
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) within Weddin Shire Council has the twin aims of achieving greater equity in employment and, flowing from that, improved efficiency. Council recognizes the need to comply with anti-discrimination and affirmative action legislation, in its various forms, and that it has been introduced to protect the individuals from unfair attitudes and practices that may exist within the work environment and society generally, and accordingly is committed to achieving equal employment opportunity for all employees as means of increasing the effectiveness of the Weddin Shire and recognizing the true potential of its employees. more ..
Policy for Fees, Expenses and Facilities for Councillors 2009/2010 - Published: 24 Jun 2008
This policy is to set out the approved fees, expenses and facilities which may be provided to councillors during 2009/2010. more ..
Policy for Fencing - General - Published: 12 Oct 2009
To encourage the use of materials and design in fencing that will improve the amenity and appearance of the area for the benefit of the community. The type of material used and the design of the fence shall take into account visual impact and the health and safety of all persons using public lands.
The replacement of existing fences or the erection of new fences shall comply with this policy.
This Policy does not apply to land defined in the Weddin Shire Heritage Conservation Area Fencing Policy.
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Policy for Fencing - Heritage and Conservation Areas - Published: 12 Oct 2009
The purpose of this policy is to encourage sympathetic fence styles in prominent locations within heritage areas. more ..
Policy for Footpath, Restaurants and Street Trading - Published: 12 Oct 2009
- To promote the regulated use of public assets with the aim of promoting and consolidating the viability of existing commercial areas within the Shire.
- To inject vitality, amenity and ambience into the street environment through the expansion of permitted activities on public land.
- To protect existing levels of public amenity and safety from the adverse impact of street trading activities by adequately addressing potential risk management issues.
- To maintain equity in the regulation of restricted public land usage by promoting both fairness and certainty to street traders and existing business house owners within the Shire.
- Protect the financial interest of ratepayers by charging a reasonable fee to administer the commercial use of public assets.
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Policy for Incentives for Expansion of Existing Businesses - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to provide incentives to encourage local value-adding businesses to expand. more ..
Policy for Incentives for New Businesses (General) - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to provide incentives to encourage new retailing, commercial or professional businesses to establish in towns or villages within the Weddin Shire. more ..
Policy for Incentives for New Businesses (Shops) - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to provide incentives to encourage new retailing, commercial or professional businesses to establish in towns or villages within the Weddin Shire. more ..
Policy for Information Services Usage - Published: 12 Oct 2009
Council's computers, network infrastructure, software applications, e-mail, Internet and communication systems are shared resources that are playing an ever-increasing role in all facets of Council's operations. more ..
Policy for Keeping of Animals - Published: 12 Oct 2009
This policy seeks to inform the Weddin Shire Community of Council's regulatory powers concerning the keeping of animals in the Weddin Shire Council area. The Orders Policy aims to:
a) Minimise the incidence of nuisance being caused to persons
b) Protect the welfare of companion, farm and other animals
c) Protect the welfare and habitat of wildlife; and
d) Minimise the disturbance of or damage to protected vegetation.
e) Safeguard the environment
It is well documented that the keeping of companion animals and / or pet animals is usually most beneficial to the well-being of people. Nevertheless, on occasions, complaints are made to Council where animals of an inappropriate kind or number are being kept or where the animals and their accommodation is not being looked after properly.
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Policy for Legal Action for Outstanding Debts - Published: 12 May 2008
This policy is to set out the procedure for pursuing outstanding debts which may ultimately lead to legal action and applies to all debts of the Council including rates, charges, fees or other monies for kerb and guttering, foot paving, private works, etc. more ..
Policy for Management of Noxious Weeds on Private Property - Published: 21 May 2008
This policy is to set out the procedure for inspections for noxious weeds on private properties and the subsequent issuing of warnings and or notices. more ..
Policy for Management of Street Trees - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to provide guidelines for planting of new trees and maintenance of existing trees within public streets and roads, with particular regard to power lines. more ..
Policy for Notification of Development - Published: 12 Oct 2009
The purpose of this policy is to provide the requirements for carrying out public notification procedures in relation to development and complying development applications made under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (the Act) which are not specifically regulated. It is noted that some types of applications by law require specific notification procedures. These applications include developments which are defined as ‘Designated', ‘Integrated' and ‘Advertised' under the Act. more ..
Policy for On-Site Sewage Management - Published: 12 Oct 2009
The purpose of this policy is:-
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To assist in assessing land for on-site disposal of effluent.
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To implement the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993 and Regulations.
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To protect surface and ground water quality within the Shire.
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To incorporate sewage management considerations in the early stages of development and environmental assessment as required under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.
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To specify the standards for septic tanks and soakage trenches in the Shire
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Policy for Opening Tenders and Quotations - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to specify Council's requirements when tenders and quotations are to be opened by staff. more ..
Policy for Public Gates and Motor Bypasses - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to set out the conditions under which a public gate and motor bypass may be approved on a rural road. more ..
Policy for Purchase and Replacement of Motor Vehicles - Published: 12 May 2008
This policy is to set out the procedure for the purchase and replacement of motor vehicle and applies to sedans, station sedans, utilities and light (1 tonne) trucks more ..
Policy for Records Management - Published: 29 Jul 2008
This policy is to ensure that full and accurate records of all activities and decisions of the Weddin Shire Council are created, managed and disposed of appropriately to meet the Council's organisational needs and accountability requirements.
A small percentage of the Council's records will become archives, part of the cultural resources of the State. more ..
Policy for Retention of Grain Handling Facilities in Grenfell - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to set out means by which the large organisations such as Graincorp and Australian Wheat Board can be encouraged to productively utilise the existing grain handling facilities in Grenfell. more ..
Policy for Resolution of Grievances - Published: 12 Oct 2009
Council is committed to developing and maintaining a productive work environment which amongst other things depends on harmonious and supportive work environment for all staff.
To obtain this aim, Council must recognise the right of staff to express their concerns about work, related issues and acknowledges management's responsibility to identify, prevent and redress problems in the work place.
A useful tool in this procedure is a properly implemented grievance resolution mechanism. more ..
Policy for Salary System - Published: 22 May 2008
The purpose of the salary system is to take into account the priorities and concerns of the three key stakeholders being the Employees, Management and the Community. more ..
Policy for Sewer Extensions and Connections - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to establish the circumstances in which landowners and developers will contribute towards the cost of extending sewer mains and/or connecting properties. more ..
Policy for Staff Recruitment and Selection - Published: 24 Apr 2009
The purpose of this policy is to set out Council's requirements for staff recruitment and selection, including advertising, development of selection criteria, establishment of selection panels and documentation. more ..
Policy for Statements of Liability - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to ensure staff after incidents or accidents do not make statements of admission which may adversely affect Council's insurance cover. more ..
Policy for Street Stalls - Published: 12 May 2008
This policy is to regulate the number of street stalls in Main Street Grenfell (or any other street) on any one day and applies to any organisation applying to hold a street stall in Grenfell or the shire villages. more ..
Policy for Telephone Reimbursement - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to nominate what expenses may be reimbursed to employees for private telephone expenses. more ..
Policy for Training and Education Expenses - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to describe the circumstances in which Council will offer assistance to staff for approved training and education expenses, and the extent of that assistance. more ..
Policy for Travelling Stock in Grenfell - Published: 20 Jan 2009
This policy is to inform the community of the roads and streets in Grenfell and environs which have been approved as routes for travelling stock. more ..
Policy for Tree Preservation - Published: 12 Oct 2009
The purpose of this policy is to both secure and preserve the amenity of the localities where the plan applies. more ..
Policy for Undertaking Private Works - Published: 12 May 2008
This policy is to set down procedures for undertaking works or services for members of the community and applies to works and services primarily or private property, which are carried out by Council on account of a private individual, company or organisation. more ..
Policy for Use of Parks, Reserves and Sporting Grounds - Published: 22 May 2008
This policy is to set out the terms and conditions under which various groups or organisations may be given approval to use parks, reserves and sporting grounds within the shire. more ..
Privacy Management Plan - Published: 17 Dec 2008
The Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 ("PPIPA") provides for the protection of personal information and for the protection of the privacy of individuals.
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Statement of Business Ethics - Published: 01 Sep 2008
The purpose of this policy is to clearly communicate Council's values to councillors, staff, contractors, consultants, suppliers, tenderers and the community. more ..
Statement of Values - Published: 01 Sep 2008
The purpose of this policy is to clearly communicate Council's values to councillors, staff and the community. more ..
