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Knox City Council

Annual Plan Progress ReportDecember Quarter 2013

Written and Authorised by Knox City Council, 511 Burwood Hwy, Wantirna South 3152

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Theme 1

Healthy, Connected CommunitiesAction Status

Action Performance

Actions reported on 7

At least 90% of action target achieved 7

Between 70% and 90% of action target achieved 0

Less than 70% of action target achieved 0

Actions with no target set 0

Key Strategic ActivityAction Description Start Date End Date Status %

Complete development of Council's Community Health and Wellbeing Plan 2013-2017.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 Completed 100%

Responsible Person Kathy Parton-Manager Community Wellbeing Department Community Wellbeing

Progress Comments Following support in principle, for the Draft Community Health and Wellbeing Strategy at a Strategic Planning Committee meeting on 10 October 2013, Council undertook a two-week public exhibition of the draft Strategy from 9 - 23 October 2013.The public exhibition included coverage on Council's website, in the Knox Leader ('Your Knox Weekly' section) and through social media, as well as the availability of hard copies at Council's Customer Service outlets.Following this consultation period, all feedback on the Strategy was considered and necessary amendments made.Council approved the Strategy at the 26 November 2013 Ordinary Meeting of Council.A detailed process for the Strategy's implementation will be developed separately and in consultation with Council's Corporate Planning and Performance Department, to align with the implementation of the City Plan and Council Plan.

Last Updated : 31/01/2014

Written and Authorised by Knox City Council, 511 Burwood Hwy, Wantirna South 3152February 17, 2014 Page 1 of 21

Theme 1

Healthy, Connected CommunitiesPerformance Measure Adoption by Council of the revised Knox Community Health and Wellbeing Plan 2013-2017 (KSA)

Comments Following a public exhibition period from 9-30 October 2013, the draft Community Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2013-17 was endorsed at the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 26 November 2013. The Strategy is based on the five City Plan Themes, with eight community health and wellbeing priorities linked to these themes and 26 key strategies.

Performance Measure Perceptions of effectiveness of the key stakeholder partnerships in the development of the Community Health and Wellbeing Plan 2013-2017 (KSA).

Comments Status at quarter 2: Awaiting evaluation.


Theme 1

Healthy, Connected CommunitiesInitiatives for 2013/14Action Description Start Date End Date Status %

Deliver Year Three of the 'Healthy Together Knox' initiative including provision of programs to address lifestyle risks such as smoking, alcohol, obesity and inadequate levels of physical activity.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments Outcomes related to the implementation of the Healthy Together Knox project to date include sign up to the Achievements Program with 45% of Knox primary schools (n=20), 50% of early years services (n=44) and includes 22 participating businesses. Council has also signed up as a health promoting organisation. This has included the development of a cross-organisational staff committee known as 'Wellbeing Works'. The Committee has adopted a charter, a policy and an action plan for a broad range of initiatives across the organisation, with priority areas being identified as healthy eating and physical activity. The CEO is chairing this Committee to demonstrate the importance of this work at Knox City Council.


Action Description Start Date End Date Status %

Strengthen the capacity of Council's services to support an ageing population through completion of the Home and Community Care (HACC) Capacity Building Project.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 70%

Responsible Person Fleur Cousins-Manager Healthy Ageing Department Active Ageing and Disability Services

Progress Comments A trial referral protocol has been developed and implemented. An evaluation of the trial is being completed and it is anticipated that recommendations will be made regarding further refinements and other support required to enhance the effectiveness of the protocol.

Positive feedback was received from the Department of Health on the interim Project Report. Confirmation of the Department's attendance at the Knox Active Ageing Advisory Committee in May 2014 has been received, where the final Project Report will be presented.



Complete a service review to inform the future direction for the support of Senior Citizen's groups within Knox and Council's Senior Citizen's Centres.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 55%

Responsible Person Fleur Cousins-Manager Healthy Ageing Department Active Ageing and Disability Services

Progress Comments This action is being completed as part of Council's Service Planning Program. At Council's Strategic Planning Committee meeting held on 8 October 2013, the Service Planning scope was endorsed. The service analysis is currently underway and benchmarking activity with 4 other Local Government bodies has been completed. Statewide data has been sourced via the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) and work has now commenced on analysing all available data to identify possible options. These will be presented to Council.



Theme 1

Healthy, Connected CommunitiesAction Description Start Date End Date Status %

Implement a new coordinated approach to service referral to assist young people in Knox to access the right support services to best meet their needs.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 90%

Responsible Person David Blair-Manager Youth, Leisure and Cultural Services Department Youth, Leisure and Cultural Services

Progress Comments The 'No Wrong Door Project' is well underway including the establishment and launch of the 'No Wrong Door' website, referral tools and information posters. The funding towards the website will be met throughout the next two years by school focused youth services in the outer east. The Project is near completion now.



Commence construction of a preschool facility within the Bayswater Primary School site.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 Completed 100%

Responsible Person Janine Brown-Manager Family and Children Services Department Family and Children Services

Progress Comments The project has commenced and is near completion, expected in February 2014. This will slightly delay the commencement of the start of preschool at this site until the week beginning 17th February. Delays have been due to weather and some complex structural designs at the new entrance.Plans are in place to set up the indoor and outdoor spaces in preparation to have the site licensed by the Victorian Department of Education and Early Childhood Development in time for this start date, and to communicate with all stakeholders, particularly families.Indoor and outdoor equipment has been ordered and is expected to be delivered in late January. Teaching and assistant education staff have been appointed to this service and are ready to commence as planned.



Contribute to the implementation of youth engagement activities for the new 'Headspace' service for young people.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 90%


Progress Comments A number of Council's Youth Services staff have provided advice, guidance and training to Headspace around youth engagement, as have other service providers.



Theme 2

Prosperous, Advancing EconomyAction Status

Action Performance







Complete a midterm strategic review of the Knox Economic Development Strategy 2008-2018.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%

Responsible Person Kim Rawlings-Manager City Futures Department City Futures

Progress Comments Phase 1 of 4 for this Review has been completed and reported to Council. The Project Scope for integration of the Economic Development Strategy and Environment Strategy, following the implementation of City Plan, has been completed. A new integrated Strategy is on target to be reported to Council by June 2014.



Theme 2

Prosperous, Advancing EconomyPerformance Measure Completion of a midterm strategic review of the Knox Economic Development Strategy 2008-2018 (KSA).

Comments Key Strategic Activity Performance Measure: This is an annual measure and graph data will populate at the end of the financial year.

Performance Measure The midterm strategic review of the Knox Economic Development Strategy 2008-2018 is informed by comprehensive engagement activities conducted with key stakeholders and businesses (KSA).

Comments Key Strategic Activity Performance Measure: This is an annual measure and graph data will populate at the end of the financial year


Theme 2

Prosperous, Advancing EconomyInitiatives for 2013/14Action Description Start Date End Date Status %

Continue to progress the Knox Central Project. 01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%

Responsible Person Jason Matthews-Director Knox Central Project Department Knox Central

Progress Comments The Project continues to focus on creating a strong economic model for Council to achieve several of its key aspirations for Knox Central over the next 10-15 years. These include, but are not limited to, the development of a vibrant civic and cultural sub-precinct as well as improved integration between the Westfield Shopping Centre and adjoining areas that have the potential to offer far better and more active community amenity. In this regard, development planning with Westfield is continuing. The key focus will continue to be the economic feasibility to determine Council’s investment profile into the precinct and how best to drive or attract the necessary funding. Considerable discussions continue with DTF and DEPI in relation to seeking a final response to the proposed land divestment area and process.



Proactively participate in regional forums to promote Knox and improve innovation, technology transfer and networking between business, higher education and research institutes.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments Melbourne South East Group (MSE) has completed the Port of Hastings Economic Impact Analysis and is moving toward advocacy and promotion of the Project to influence decision makers. Consultants are also being appointed to update the MSE Regional Strategy by March 2014.

South East Melbourne Innovation Precinct (SEMIP) has completed its Strategic Directions Review and is refining its service offering for 2014.



Continue to deliver a Business Events, Visitation and Training Program that is responsive to the needs of existing and prospective business in Knox.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments This program is progressing well and has included the following: Small Business Month activities, ‘Tech Trends’ breakfast event, Small Business Big Future Exhibition at Westfield Knox, ‘Women on the Go’ event, Mobile Business Centre visit to Mountain Gate and group training program on ‘business innovation’. Further, 20 businesses have been visited and engagement with over 43 Knox businesses has occurred through Healthy Together Knox – Healthy Workplace events. A framework for visits, and a program for 2014 are being prepared.



Theme 2

Prosperous, Advancing EconomyAction Description Start Date End Date Status %

Complete a Skills Needs Audit of local business and industry to strengthen the linkages between local educational institutions including the Knox Innovation, Opportunity and Sustainability Centre (KIOSC, Swinburne University) and business needs around skilled labour.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments The first phase of the Skills Needs Audit is complete. Council continues to work with the Knox Innovation, Opportunity and Sustainability Centre (KIOSC, Swinburne University) to link student placements with business. A second phase of the Skills Needs Audit will occur in early to mid 2014 and will include a Business Survey.



Continue to plan for and encourage investment and employment in key employment precincts being Scoresby/Rowville, Bayswater, Wantirna Health and Knox Central.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments Work is ongoing to facilitate new investment in all four centres. Development of additionalbusiness facilities will occur in the third quarter in Scoresby/Rowville (Caribbean Business Park and Stamford Business Estate); Bayswater (The Vulcan Site, rear of Glaxo Smith Kline) and Knox Central (Kubix Apartments and Villa Maria). Additional developments are proposed for Parmalat and Knox Private Hospital. Planning work continues for the Wantirna Health Precinct. A partnership is emerging with Maroondah, Yarra Ranges, Department of State Development and Business Innovation and the Regional Development Australia (RDA) Committee for the East to undertake a strategic business renewal and transition program for the Bayswater/Bayswater North Employment Precinct. This is a key initiative of the Knox Economic Development Strategy.



Deliver a targeted Development Facilitation Service to support investment and employment in Knox.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments The Service continues to respond to enquiries from property developers, new businesses to Knox and the eastern regional office of the Department of State Development, Business and Innovation (DSDBI). During the second quarter, the Service has supported a further 2 development projects.



Theme 3

Vibrant and Sustainable Built and Natural EnvironmentsAction Status

Action Performance







Complete a review of Knox's Housing Policy and commence a Planning Scheme Amendment to introduce the new Residential Zones into the Knox Planning Scheme

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 80%


Progress Comments The review of the Housing Policy has been completed. At the November 2013 Council Meeting, Council endorsed the Draft Housing Strategy for the purposes of community engagement and comment. Community engagement will occur during February and March 2014. The Planning Scheme Amendment to introduce new residential zones has commenced and will also be out for public comment in Feb/March 2014.



Performance Measure Knox's Planning Scheme Amendment introduces new residential zones into the Knox Planning Scheme (KSA).

Comments Key Strategic Activity Performance Measure: This measure is due at the end of quarter 3 when graph data will populate.

Performance Measure Knox's Planning Scheme Amendment is developed in consultation with key stakeholders and informs the development of the new Residential Zones into the Knox Planning Scheme (KSA).

Comments Key Strategic Activity Performance Measure: This is an annual measure and graph data will populate at the end of the financial year.

Performance Measure Review Knox's Housing Policy (KSA)

Comments


Theme 3

Vibrant and Sustainable Built and Natural EnvironmentsInitiatives for 2013/14Action Description Start Date End Date Status %

Actively participate in the State Government's review of the Metropolitan Strategy.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 80%


Progress Comments On 9 October 2013 the State Government released ‘Plan Melbourne: Metropolitan Planning Strategy’, the metropolitan planning strategy for the next 40 years. The Draft Strategy and Knox’s response was discussed at the 29 October 2013 Council Issues Briefing session and reported to Council on 26 November for endorsement. Council’s submission has been sent to the State Government. Officers also participated in the development of a submission from the eastern region group of Councils.

Plan Melbourne and associated changes to the State Planning Policy Framework (SPPF) are expected to be finalised in early 2014.



Complete Structure Plans for the Rowville (Stud Park) Activity Centre, Ferntree Gully Village and the Upper Ferntree Gully Village.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments The draft Rowville Structure Plan was discussed at an Issues Briefing Meeting on 29th October and adopted by Council at the 2013 November Council Meeting for the purpose of community engagement. Community engagement will occur in February and March 2014 alongside exhibition of the new Housing Strategy and new residential zones (70% complete). The draft Ferntree Gully Village Structure Plan was endorsed by Council at September Strategic Planning Committee (for the purpose of community engagement). Exhibition occurred during November and 33 submissions were received. Officers are assessing these applications and will report to the January 2014 Council Meeting (80% complete). Project scoping for the Upper Ferntree Gully Structure Plan is scheduled to commence in early 2014.



Complete a Built Form Review for The Basin Village and Alchester Village that provides the strategic basis for building height controls in each centre.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 10%


Progress Comments Project scoping has been completed. Engagement of consultants is expected toward the end of January 2014. Commencement of the Project is expected early February 2014 with consultation/ engagement expected mid March 2014.



Theme 3

Vibrant and Sustainable Built and Natural EnvironmentsAction Description Start Date End Date Status %

Commence a review of the Council's Municipal Strategic Statement. 01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 40%


Progress Comments The review is formally planned to commence after (and be informed by) the midterm reviews of the Economic Development and Environment Strategies. A scope for the review is proposed to be reported to Council in March 2014. Preparation of the scope is well underway. Significant strategic work has been undertaken in Housing and the new final ‘Plan Melbourne’, expected to be released in early 2014. Subsequent changes to the State Planning Policy Framework has also advanced.



Progress the Sustainability Accord Partnership - Sustainability in Early Years Project (the 'Seedlings' Project) with the State Government and other Councils.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments The ‘Seedlings’ Project has just submitted the Milestone 4 Report to the Department of Environment and Primary Industries. All participating services are contributing to on-line discussions and sharing experiences via Yammer (a social media network site). A parent survey has been conducted and services are currently participating in a series of leadership development sessions.



Continue remediation of former landfill sites under Council's control to comply with the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) requirements.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%

Responsible Person Matthew Hanrahan-Manager Sustainable Infrastructure Department Sustainable Infrastructure

Progress Comments The EPA have introduced Pollution Abatement Notice (PAN) requirements for both former landfill sites. The PAN requirements imposed necessary actions for Council to undertake with relation to leachate and landfill gas management. These included the development of Landfill Gas Remediation Action Plans (LGRAP) for each site and the implementation of leachate pumping trials for each site. Council is currently re-tendering the consultancy service contracts to support the ongoing management requirements associated with these sites. Award for these contracts is expected to be made in February 2014.



Complete a midterm review of Council's Sustainable Environment Strategy 01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments The first phase of the Sustainable Environment Strategy review has been completed and a report was presented to the Council Meeting, 17 December 2013. The second phase of the midterm review has been scoped to align with the City Plan Integrated Strategy development and State of Knox reporting. This project remains on target.



Theme 3

Vibrant and Sustainable Built and Natural EnvironmentsAction Description Start Date End Date Status %

Continue to progress the Stamford Park Project. 01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments The Stamford Planning Scheme Amendment to rezone the residential pad was approved in 2013. The Stamford Park Steering Committee has reviewed and amended the Master Plan and has subsequently agreed to the preferred procurement Model (i.e. Negotiated Deed). The Committee is proposed to meet in February to consider and potentially finalise the principles and scope for contract/sale documentation, following which the matter will be presented to Council. Work is progressing toward sale of the residential pad through an Expression of Interest process planned for mid to late 2014. A consultancy has been awarded the work required to document the installation of a sprinkler system for the Homestead. A heritage consultant has been engaged to supervise the works.



Review of the Knox Integrated Transport Plan including stakeholder consultation and adoption of the updated Plan by Council.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 60%

Responsible Person Matthew Hanrahan-Manager Sustainable Infrastructure Department Sustainable Infrastructure

Progress Comments Community consultation for the plan update has been completed and integration with the new City Plan has been ongoing. A working draft of the document has been completed and is currently under review with the internal Project Team. The project is on track for Council to receive the Draft Plan by mid 2014.



Theme 4

Culturally Rich and Active CommunitiesAction Status

Action Performance







Delivery of Knox's annual Festival Program, with a focus on celebrating multiculturalism.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 70%


Progress Comments Stringybark Festival was a huge success this year with its main message being around sustainable living. Numerous Council units were involved including Sustainability, Healthy Together Knox and Active Ageing and Disability Services. The event embarked on new artistic ground with projects like - Spinning Yarns, Wearable Arts and the Herbivore - which raised the bar on creative content and community engagement. The Council's objective to focus the City’s festival and events on ‘celebration of multiculturalism’ was addressed through the engagement of three young East Timorese and Filipino performers who delivered a rap presentation based on the theme of environmental sustainability. The Food Court included cuisine from Turkey and Italy with live cooking demonstrations being staged with guest chefs from China and Sri Lanka.

Carols by Candlelight saw the largest audience turn out in memory with Rhonda Burchmore and Sarah De Bono headlining a three hour program of on-stage events including performances heralding from a range of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. The event included performers from the Philippines, a dance theatre from Ghana and Senegal, and a Japanese musician.

Planning for the Knox Festival is on track.

The Knox Grand Prix is an event run by Bridge Builders Youth Organisation with assistance from Knox City Council Festival and Events Team. Following the unavailability of the Knox City rear car park, the event is being relocated to the Knox Regional Sports Park for 26 and 27 April 2014.



Theme 4

Culturally Rich and Active CommunitiesPerformance Measure Number of Council delivered festivals, events and arts programs that offer an opportunity for a multi-

cultural component (KSA).

Comments Key Strategic Activity Performance Measure: This an annual measure and graph data will populate at the end of the financial year

Performance Measure Percentage of participants or audience who report that festivals, events and arts programs which have a multi-cultural component, promote acceptance and valuing of diversity (KSA).

Comments Key Strategic Activity Performance Measure: This is an annual performance measure and graph data will populate at the end of the financial year

Initiatives for 2013/14Action Description Start Date End Date Status %

Complete a review of the Council's Festivals and Events Plan. 01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 20%


Progress Comments A document setting out the scope of the review and the resources required to undertake the review has been drafted. The review is programmed to be delivered by 30 June 2014.



Theme 4

Culturally Rich and Active CommunitiesAction Description Start Date End Date Status %

Conduct a series of community events and activities to celebrate Knox (as a municipality) turning 50.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 Completed 100%

Responsible Person Kath Oakley-Manager Corporate Communications and Customer Service

Department Corporate Communications

Progress Comments In celebration of Knox turning 50, a number of events and activities have been undertaken. The 50th Celebration program was launched at the Knox Festival in March 2013 and over the past 6 months, a number of community events have been utilised to support Knox turning 50 including the HPV Grand Prix, Multicultural Festival, Women on the Go Expo, the Mayoral 50th Celebration Dinner, Gardens for Wildlife 500th Garden, Seniors Festival and Stringybark Festival – all promoted the 50 year anniversary theme and celebration. A number of other marketing activities were also undertaken including the development of a 30-minute documentary-style video and an Historical Magazine, distributed to Knox residents in November. The 50th Celebration culminated in a community festival ‘Party in the Park’ on 16 November 2013.



Deliver Year Two activities of the 'Be Active' program to promote and increase healthy, active lifestyles in the Knox community.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments The 'Be Active' program has been influencing and supporting relevant Council Plans connected to healthy, active lifestyles, ie. Leisure Plan, Community Health and Wellbeing Strategy.

Actions supported include cycling and walking in Knox, and active outdoor play activities.



Implement a library service at the newly established Bayswater Library. 01/07/2013 30/06/2014 Completed 100%


Progress Comments A full suite of services is now available to the community from this branch, including access to Personal Computers, WIFI and Storytimes. Outreach work at local schools is also in place.



Develop a Masterplan for Carrington Park. 01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 20%


Progress Comments A consultant has been engaged by the Project Manager to assist with the delivery of this project. An initial meeting of the Project Management Group was held on 18 December 2013 to initiate the Project, which is expected to be delivered by June 2014. The title of the plan to be developed has been changed to the Future Direction Plan for Carrington Park, to more accurately reflect the objectives of the plan.



Theme 4

Culturally Rich and Active CommunitiesAction Description Start Date End Date Status %

Develop a long term business plan for the Stamford Cultural Precinct to guide Council on the development of activities that would create a place of destination to celebrate the arts, culture and heritage of this facility.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 70%


Progress Comments The Stamford Park Business Model and Management Plan was presented to the Stamford Park Project Steering Committee in July 2013. The Committee conducted further discussions in August 2013. Following additional investigations, the Business Model and Management Plan will be presented to Council following further advice being received on the viability of establishing a boutique restaurant at this site.



Develop and approve a Knox Public Art Policy. 01/07/2013 30/06/2014 Completed 100%


Progress Comments Council, at its meeting of 17 December 2013, adopted the Knox Public Art Policy. An implementation plan is to be considered by Council in May 2014.



Theme 5

Democratic and Engaged CommunitiesAction Status

Action Performance







Complete a minimum of five service reviews as part of the implementation of Year One of Council's four-year rolling service review program.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%

Responsible Person Kerryn Ellis-Manager Corporate Planning and Performance Department Corporate Planning & Performance

Progress Comments During the second quarter of 2013/2014, work has progressed against seven services in accordance with the approved scope documentation. The service areas are currently completing Stage 3, which involves a detailed service analysis including research, benchmarking and consultation to address the questions identified in the review scopes. This stage is due for completion by March 2014 and is progressing well.



Theme 5

Democratic and Engaged CommunitiesPerformance Measure Five completed service reviews presented to Council (KSA).


Performance Measure Service planning knowledge and skills of Council staff have increased based on a survey of key staff (KSA).


Initiatives for 2013/14Action Description Start Date End Date Status %

Scope and commence development of an Organsation Capacity & Capabilities Strategy, to strengthen Council's ability to deliver the adopted City Plan.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%

Responsible Person Kerryn Ellis-Manager Corporate Planning and Performance Department Corporate Planning & Performance

Progress Comments A full project brief for development of the Organsation Capacity & Capabilities Strategy has been developed, and is currently undergoing consultation with the broader management team. The project brief will be submitted to EMT for review and endorsement during January 2014, with work on the strategy to commence following approval.



Theme 5

Democratic and Engaged CommunitiesAction Description Start Date End Date Status %

Review Council's emergency management responsibilities as required through the implementation of the Victorian Emergency Mangement Reform White Paper 2012.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 75%

Responsible Person Steven Dickson-Manager City, Safety and Health Department City, Safety and Health

Progress Comments Council has been advised that legislation to commence the implementation of the Victorian Emergency Management Reform White Paper 2012 is proposed over the coming months. No formal advice has been received to date on the timing of this proposed legislation or of any potential impacts of the legislation on Council.Presently, structural changes are in process relating to State level Emergency Management Committee structures. Whilst these changes will have little impact upon Local Government, any changes over time will be expected to flow onto local level committee structures.



Adopt a Long Term Financial and Rating Strategy. 01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%

Responsible Person Jon Gorst-Manager Finance Department Finance

Progress Comments The Long Term Financial Strategy (now referred to as the Long Term Financial Forecast) was presented to Councillors at the October 2013 Leadership workshop based on the current information available. The title of the strategy has now been amended at the request of Councillors to 'Long Term Financial Forecast'.A further update on the overall Financial Forecast was provided to Councillors during the consideration of the Mid-Year Budget Review in November 2013.Councillors provided priority areas for funding and indicative financial measures for officers to provide a draft Long Term Financial Forecast and Rating Strategy at the February 2014 Leadership workshop. This is on target to be achieved.



Develop and adopt a new approach to Protected Disclosure (formerly known as Whistleblowers Protection) in keeping with recent legislative changes.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 80%

Responsible Person Rhys Thomas-Manager Governance Department Governance

Progress Comments A Protected Disclosure Policy and Guidelines have been developed in accordance with legislative timeframes. The Protected Disclosure Coordinator and Protected Disclosure Officers have been appointed and some training of Protected Disclosure Officers has been undertaken. Training for Council staff has been delayed pending the release in early 2014 of a Protected Disclosure module by Council's e-Learning provider, Learning Seat.



Theme 5

Democratic and Engaged CommunitiesAction Description Start Date End Date Status %

Review the Council's General Provisions Local Laws in line with emerging issues.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments A Project Plan for the Local Law review has been developed and approved. A review of the operational deficiencies in the current Local Laws has commenced and a series of specific workshops have been held with identified internal stakeholders. The development of a Discussion Paper for presentation to Councillors is underway.



Support active community engagement through Council's Community Advisory Committees.

01/07/2013 30/06/2014 In Progress 50%


Progress Comments Support for Council's Community Advisory Committees continues with the provision of ongoing advice to the organisation on matters including the development and review of Terms of Reference, the application of requirements pertaining to a conflict of interest and retaining Agenda and Minute documentation. It also ensures the ongoing reporting of Records of Assembly to Council in accordance with the Local Government Act. The development of an internet presence for each Committee is planned for January 2014.



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