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Notice of Council & Committee Meetings

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with Sections 83 and 87 of the Local Government Act 1999, that a meeting of the

COUNCIL

and

Community and Governance Standing Committee

of the

CITY OF WEST TORRENS

will be held in the Council Chambers, Civic Centre 165 Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Hilton

on

TUESDAY, 6 MAY 2008

at 7.30 PM Trevor Starr Chief Executive Officer City of West Torrens Disclaimer

Please note that the contents of these Council and Committee Agendas have yet to be considered and deliberated by Council and as a consequence, officer recommendations may be altered or changed by the Council in the process of making the formal Council decision.

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1. MEETING OPENED ....................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Evacuation Procedure ...................................................................................... 1

2. PRESENT....................................................................................................................... 1

3. APOLOGIES................................................................................................................... 1

4. DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS....................................................................................... 1

5. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES..................................................................................... 1

6. MAYOR'S REPORT ....................................................................................................... 1

7. ELECTED MEMBER REPORTS.................................................................................... 3 7.1 Reports from Members on Outside Organisations........................................ 3 7.2 Reports from Members..................................................................................... 3

8. PETITIONS..................................................................................................................... 4 8.1 Petition - Ms Bendys - Re Autumn Avenue Lockleys .................................... 4

9. DEPUTATIONS .............................................................................................................. 6

10. ADJOURN INTO COMMITTEES.................................................................................... 6

11. ADOPTION OF STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS .............................. 6 11.1 CORPORATE AND REGULATORY STANDING COMMITTEE........................ 6 11.2 COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE............................................ 6

12. ADOPTION OF GENERAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS ............................... 6 12.1 REVIEW COMMITTEE ....................................................................................... 6 12.2 AUDIT COMMITTEE........................................................................................... 6

13. QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE.......................................................................................... 6

14. QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE .................................................................................. 6

15. MOTIONS WITH NOTICE .............................................................................................. 7

16. MOTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE....................................................................................... 7

17. REPORTS OF THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER ...................................................... 8 17.1 Adelaide Airport Update ................................................................................... 8 17.2 Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local

Government National Aviation Policy Statement........................................... 9 17.3 Australian Research Council - Airport Metropolis Adelaide Stakeholders'

Workshop......................................................................................................... 12 17.4 2008 Mendelson Undergraduate Scholarships Presentation Ceremony... 16 17.5 Awarding of the Distinction of Honorary Senior Fellow and the Max and

Bette Mendelson Foundation Medals............................................................ 17

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17.6 Draft Annual Business Plan for 2008/09 ....................................................... 18 17.7 Western Regional Waste Management Authority ........................................ 19 17.8 LOCAL GOVERNMENT BUSINESS: .............................................................. 20 17.8.1 Local Government Circulars........................................................................ 20 17.8.2 LGA Senior State Executive Committee Meeting - 17 April 2008............. 28 17.8.3 LGA General Meeting Agenda 2 May 2008 ................................................. 35 17.8.4 Metropolitan Local Government Group Meeting 14 May 2008 ................. 44

18. MEMBERS' BOOKSHELF ........................................................................................... 51

19. CORRESPONDENCE .................................................................................................. 51

20. CONFIDENTIAL ........................................................................................................... 51

21. MEETING CLOSE ........................................................................................................ 51

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 1 1. MEETING OPENED

We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the land we meet on today and respect their spiritual connection with this country. 1.1 Evacuation Procedure 2. PRESENT

3. APOLOGIES

4. DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS

The following information should be considered by Council Members prior to a meeting: 1. Consider Section 73 of the Local Government Act and determine whether they have a conflict

of interest in any matter to be considered in this Agenda; and

2. Disclose these interests in accordance with the requirements of Sections 74 and 75 of the Local Government Act 1999.

The following disclosures of interest have been made in relation to:

Item Elected Member 5. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

RECOMMENDATION That the Minutes of the meeting of Council held on 15 April 2008 be confirmed as a true and correct record. 6. MAYOR'S REPORT

(Preliminary report as of Thursday night 1 May 2008 for the agenda to be distributed Friday, 2 May 2008) In the three weeks since the last Council Meeting of 15 May 2008 functions and meetings involving the Mayor have included: Thursday 17 April 4.00pm Cut the ribbon to officially open the “Tram Converter Station” Restoration and

Development housing project at on the corner of Elm Street and Henley Street, Mile End.

Friday 18 April 7.00pm Attended the LGMA Awards Dinner at the Sebel Playford Adelaide. Saturday 19 April 12 noon Visited Mr Bill Williams of Cowandilla on the occasion of his 100th birthday.

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 2 Monday 21 April 10.30am Attended the Lockleys Legacy Widows Club 14th birthday celebrations. Tuesday 22 April 5.00pm Attended the Review Committee meeting. 7.30pm Attended the resumed Special meeting of the Corporate and Regulatory Committee

for ongoing deliberation of the 2008/09 budget. Thursday 24 April 10.00am Opened the Scooter and Wheelchair Forum at the West Torrens Auditorium. Friday 25 April 6.30am Along with Councillors Haese, Mangos, Pilkington and Christopoulos, participated in

the well-attended Anzac Day Remembrance service in the Memorial Gardens. For the second year in succession, the administration and players of the West Adelaide Football Club were well represented as an integral part of the local community. The local MPs to participate were Steve Georganas MHR (Hindmarsh) and State MP Stephanie Key (Ashford). As has become traditional, the ceremony was followed by breakfast at the Hilton RSL, at the conclusion of which Councillor Demetriou and I performed our customary gesture of waiting on all those volunteers who had served breakfast to the large number of attendees. It is noteworthy that the decision of the organising RSL clubs to start later than in previous years meant that the sun actually dawned during the service rather than having the service conclude in darkness, and the 6am flights from the airport created less of a distraction.

Saturday 26 April 12 noon Attended the pre match lunch of the West -v- Eagles game at Broadspectrum Oval.

This game was the 50th anniversary of the first game at Richmond Oval on 26 April 1958, between West Adelaide -v- Eagles at Richmond Oval. A commemorative trophy was presented by Council to the victorious team, The Eagles, in honour of the occasion.

Tuesday 29 April 7.00pm Attended a further resumed meeting of the Special Corporate and Regulatory

Committee for ongoing deliberation of the 2008/09 budget. Wednesday 30 April 6.00pm Attended a Civic Reception hosted by Lord Mayor Michael Harbison for Mayors and

Chief Executives, in the Queen Adelaide Room, Adelaide Town Hall. Thursday 1 May All day Attended the LGA Showcase Conference followed later by the LGA Dinner at the

Adelaide Convention Centre. In addition, after the compilation of this report as part of the distributed agenda, but before next Tuesday’s Council meeting, I expect to have attended or participated in the following: Friday 2 May Attending the LGA Showcase and General Meeting, and in the evening attending a lecture on Bert Edwards, a prominent figure in West Adelaide’s history.

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 3 Tuesday 6 May 6.00pm Pre meeting briefing. 7.30pm Council Meeting. RECOMMENDATION That the Mayor's Report be noted. 7. ELECTED MEMBER REPORTS

7.1 Reports from Members on Outside Organisations 7.2 Reports from Members

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 4 8. PETITIONS

8.1 Petition - Ms Bendys - Re Autumn Avenue Lockleys A petition and supporting correspondence has been received from Ms Sophia Bendys of Autumn Avenue, Lockleys and 41 persons requesting that Council rescind the decision by Council on 18 March 2008 to remove Parking Restriction Signs between Garden Terrace and Huelin Street. RECOMMENDATION The Petition and supporting correspondence be received. Background At the Urban Services Standing Committee held on 18 March 2008, Council moved the following resolution:

1. The report be received. 2. The parking controls are retained and policed in the section of Autumn Avenue, north

of Huelin Street and that parking controls in Autumn Avenue between Garden Terrace and Huelin Street be removed.

3. The Petition contact person in Autumn Avenue (north of Garden Terrace) be advised

of Council's decision. 4. Administration proceed to install 2P 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday parking controls

on both sides of Autumn Avenue, between Garden Terrace and the boundary of House No 38/40.

5. The Petition contact person in Autumn Avenue (south of Garden Terrace) be advised

of Council's decision.

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COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 6 9. DEPUTATIONS

Nil 10. ADJOURN INTO COMMITTEES

RECOMMENDATION That the meeting be adjourned and moved into Committees and reconvened at the conclusion of the Community and Governance Committee. 11. ADOPTION OF STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS

11.1 CORPORATE AND REGULATORY STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION That the recommendations of the Special Corporate and Regulatory Standing Committee meeting held on 8 April 2008, adjourned to 15 April 2008 and further adjourned to 22 April 2008 and then 29 April 2008 be adopted. 11.2 COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION That the recommendations of the Community and Governance Standing Committee held on 6 May 2008 be adopted. 12. ADOPTION OF GENERAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS

12.1 REVIEW COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION That the Minutes of the Review Committee dated 22 April 2008 be noted and the recommendations be adopted. 12.2 AUDIT COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION That the Minutes of the Audit Committee dated 22 April 2008 be noted and the recommendations be adopted. 13. QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE

Nil 14. QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 7 15. MOTIONS WITH NOTICE

Nil 16. MOTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 8 17. REPORTS OF THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

17.1 Adelaide Airport Update Brief This report provides Members with an update on matters relating to Adelaide Airport on a monthly basis. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the report be received. Discussion The following reports relating to the Adelaide Airport have been provided in this agenda for Elected Members' information: Item 17.2 Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government

National Aviation Policy Statement; and Item 17.3 Australian Research Council - Airport Metropolis Adelaide Stakeholders' Workshop

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 9 17.2 Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government

National Aviation Policy Statement Brief To update Members on the Minister’s National Aviation Policy Statement Discussion Paper. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the report be received. Introduction Minister Albanese released a white paper (discussion paper) to encourage submissions from interested and affected parties to ensure “appropriate policy and regulatory framework/s are in place with settings that support the development of the sector consistent with the broad objectives of efficiency, safety, security and environmental responsibility, recognising that “sustainable development of our aviation industry largely depends upon private investment and the effective management of the businesses which make up the sector.” Discussion The aim of the paper is: • To give industry the certainty and incentive to plan and invest for the long term; and • To give clear commitments to travellers and airport users, and the communities affected by

aviation activity. The City of West Torrens will look to produce comment on: • Planning for the issues arising from the growth of low cost carriers, such as the increased

passenger numbers at secondary airports. Adelaide has no secondary airport to cater to low cost carriers.

• Dealing with planning issues around Airports in an integrated, considered way, rather than in an ad-hoc fashion.

• Promoting a proper dialogue between airports and the communities around them on issues such as the impact of aircraft noise. This dialogue must be more mature than it has been in the past. The relationship between airports and local communities must be built on transparency and a recognition that both the economic contribution of aviation infrastructure and the social interests of local communities are legitimate and worthy of respect.

• Giving proper consider to the importance of air freight to regional businesses, our export industries and our economic performance.

• Improving the governance arrangements for CASA and Airservices Australia to improve their relationships with the industry and the community.

Conclusion The Issues Paper Introduction is attached for Members information (Attachment 1). The Minister’s announcement speech and the complete Issues Paper can be accessed at the following web sites: • http://www.minister.infrastructure.gov.au/aa/speeches/2008/AS02_2008.htm • http://www.infrastructure.gov.au/aviation/nap/index.aspx


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COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 12 17.3 Australian Research Council - Airport Metropolis Adelaide Stakeholders' Workshop Brief To update Members on the Airport Metropolis Adelaide Stakeholders’ Workshop. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the report be received. Introduction The Queensland University of Technology is undertaking a research consultancy on the concept of “airport metropolis”. The airport metropolis concept being the regional area in which the airport is located and the impacts and complexities of “land use, infrastructure, transport, environmental impact and implications and stakeholder relations” given that “airports now pose considerable challenges for both airport operators and the management of surrounding urban and regional environment.” Discussion The research project (attached) using Adelaide, Canberra and Brisbane Airports as a research group, has as its primary aims to: (1) define and determine the drivers and dynamics of the present airport metropolis and the

resultant interface relations within regional contexts; (2) design, develop and test a sophisticated decision-support diagnostic for undertaking

complex decision-making to improve the current system; (3) establish economically viable and sustainable policy and planning options for developing

the airport metropolis and world-leading best practices; and (4) contribute to the knowledge base of multi-dimensional complex systems mapping,

integrated infrastructure framework development and interface theory. The research project is a multi-million dollar exercise which will provide valuable information for the next Airport Act Review and the proposed development by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government of a National Aviation Statement. The initial Adelaide workshop involved approximately 25 participants from the Cities of West Torrens, Holdfast Bay, Salisbury and Adelaide, Planning SA, EPA, Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure, West Beach Trust, Regional Airport operators, SA Freight Council, Virgin and Qantas, Airbus and AAL. Information from this initial workshop will be used for discussions within interested groups in Canberra and Brisbane. Meetings with residents and business groups will also be undertaken over the next few months with feedback being provided to participating parties and the establishment of issues papers for comment by interested parties. The duration of the project is expected to be spread over the net two years.


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COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 16 17.4 2008 Mendelson Undergraduate Scholarships Presentation Ceremony Brief This report seeks Council's endorsement of the arrangements for the 2008 Max and Bette Mendelson Undergraduate Scholarships Presentation Ceremony. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that it endorses the holding of the 2008 Mendelson Undergraduate Scholarships Presentation Ceremony on Friday 27 June at 7.30pm in the George Robertson Room. Introduction The City of West Torrens Max and Bette Mendelson Foundation (the Trust) was established to promote and encourage university education in South Australia for City of West Torrens residents. The management and supervision of the trust funds is undertaken by the Mendelson Management Committee (the Committee) with Council as the Trustee. One of the main functions of the Trust, via the Committee, is to award annual scholarships to City of West Torrens residents to support their on-going university education within South Australia. However, as Trustee, Council is required to endorse the recommendations of the Committee in accordance with the Mendelson Deed of Charitable Trust. Consequently, this report seeks Council's endorsement of the arrangements for the 2008 Max and Bette Mendelson Undergraduate Scholarships Presentation Ceremony (the Ceremony). Discussion The Committee has proposed that the 2008 Ceremony be held in the George Robertson Room of Council's Civic Centre on Friday 27 June 2008 at 7.30pm. His Excellency Rear Admiral Kevin Scarce AC CSC RANR, Governor of South Australia (the Governor) has accepted an invitation from the Committee to present the 2008 Undergraduate Scholarships and deliver a speech at the Ceremony. The Committee has recommended that a City of West Torrens Civic Award be presented to the Governor and that his name be placed on the Honour Board of Civic Award recipients before 27 June 2008. The Committee has suggested that preliminary enquiries indicate that the Governor would accept this award. These recommendations will be presented, along with a report on the conformance of this request with Council's Award Guidelines, to the 27 May Civic Committee for its consideration and recommendation to Council. As the applications for the Mendelson Scholarships do not close until 9 May 2008 it is proposed that the recommended recipients be presented to Council for endorsement at its 3 June 2008 meeting.

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 17 17.5 Awarding of the Distinction of Honorary Senior Fellow and the Max and Bette

Mendelson Foundation Medals Brief This report seeks Council's endorsement of the recommendations of the Mendelson Management Special Committee meeting held on 21 April 2008 to award the Distinction of Honorary Senior Fellow and the Max and Bette Mendelson Foundation Medals to Mr Trevor Starr and Ms Eva Russo. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that both Mr Trevor Starr and Ms Eva Russo each be awarded the following in recognition of their services to the Mendelson Management Committee:

1. A suitably engraved City of West Torrens Max and Bette Mendelson Foundation Medal; and

2. The Distinction of Honorary Senior Mendelson Fellow.

Introduction The City of West Torrens Max and Bette Mendelson Foundation (the Trust) was established in 1994 to promote and encourage university education in South Australia for City of West Torrens residents. In accordance with the Trust Deed the management and supervision of the trust funds, is undertaken by the Mendelson Management Committee (the Committee) with Council as Trustee. The Trust requires Council, as the Trustee, to endorse the recommendations of the Mendelson Management Committee (the Committee). The Committee held a Special Meeting on 21 April 2008 and resolved the following:

1. 'that it be a recommendation to the Trustee that Ms Eva Russo and Mr Trevor Starr be awarded a suitably engraved City of West Torrens Max and Bette Mendelson Foundation Medal.'

2. 'that it be a recommendation to the Trustee that Ms Eva Russo and Mr Trevor Starr be each awarded the Distinction of Honorary Senior Mendelson Fellow.'

Consequently this report seeks Council's endorsement of these two recommendations. Discussion Given the imminent retirement of both Mr Starr and Ms Russo from their positions at the City of West Torrens, the Committee wishes to express its appreciation and formally recognise the services provided by both Mr Starr and Ms Russo to the Committee, over many years, by awarding each of them with both the Distinction of Honorary Senior Mendelson Fellow and a suitably engraved City of West Torrens Max and Bette Mendelson Medal. It is worth noting that whilst the Deed provides for the awarding of a Senior Mendelson Fellow neither the Deed nor Policy provides for the awarding of a 'Distinction of Honorary Senior Mendelson Fellow'. Similarly, there are no guidelines in relation to the awarding of a Mendelson Medal where the recipient is not a scholarship recipient. Therefore, endorsing these recommendations would set a precedent which would need to be recorded as either a variation to the Deed or as a new policy.

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 18 17.6 Draft Annual Business Plan for 2008/09 Brief This report proposes endorsement of the “Draft Annual Business Plan for 2008/09”, for community consultation. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the "Draft Annual Business Plan for 2008/09" be endorsed for community consultation. Introduction The document “Draft Annual Business Plan 2008/09” is included with meeting papers under separate cover, and it is proposed that it be endorsed for community consultation. Discussion The “Draft Annual Business Plan 2008/09” summarises the proposed 2008/09 budget of the Council and examines a range of policy and rating options available under provisions of the Local Government Act 1999. It meets fully the requirements of the Local Government Act 1999 and the requirements of the Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1999. No substantial changes to rating arrangements or budget policy for 2008/09 are being proposed at this stage. Detailed information is included in the Draft Annual Business Plan. Section 14 (page 87) of the Draft Annual Business Plan details the consultation process that is planned, including two community forums on Thursday 22 May 2008. Further meetings following consultation are scheduled as follows:

• On Tuesday 17 June 2008 (normal Council meeting) - to consider community feedback and changes to budget and plan documentation; and

• On Tuesday 1 July 2008 (normal Council meeting) - to adopt the budget, business plan and 10 year financial plan, and declare the rates.

Conclusion The document “Draft Annual Business Plan 2008/09” is included with meeting papers under separate cover, and it is proposed that it be endorsed for community consultation.

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 19 17.7 Western Regional Waste Management Authority Brief To advise Elected Members of the next Ordinary Meeting of the Board of the Western Region Waste Management Authority. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the report be received. Discussion The Western Region Waste Management Authority has advised Council that the next Ordinary Meeting of the Board of Western Region Waste Management Authority is scheduled to be held at 3.30pm on Thursday 22 May 2008 in Rooms CC2/3, City of Charles Sturt, 72 Woodville Road, Woodville.

COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 20 17.8 LOCAL GOVERNMENT BUSINESS: 17.8.1 Local Government Circulars Brief This report provides Elected Members with a listing of current items under review by both the State and Australian Local Government Associations. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the report be received. Discussion The Local Government Association of South Australia (LGA) and Australian Local Government Association distribute a weekly briefing on a range of matters affecting the general functions, administration and operations of councils through a “General Circular”. The Indexes attached for Members' information in this report are indexes 15, 16, 17 and 18. Should members require further information, they can contact the Chief Executive Officer's Secretariat for a copy. In some circumstances, it may then be appropriate for the member to contact the relevant General Manager for more information.


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COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 28 17.8.2 LGA Senior State Executive Committee Meeting - 17 April 2008 Brief This report provides Elected Members with a copy of the Agenda from the Local Government Association (LGA) Senior State Executive Committee meeting held on 17 April 2008. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the Agenda of the Local Government Association (LGA) Senior State Executive Committee be received. Discussion The Local Government Association (LGA) Senior State Executive Committee Meeting is held on a bi-monthly basis and represented by:

President: Mayor Joy Baluch AM - City of Port Augusta

Past President: Cr John Rich- Corporation of the Town of Walkerville

Vice Presidents (includes representation of respective zones):

• Mayor Felicity-ann Lewis (Adelaide Metropolitan Zone) - City of Marion

• Mayor Ivan Brooks - City of Mitcham

• Mayor Steve Perryman (South East Zone) - City of Mount Gambier

• Mayor Kym McHugh (Southern & Hills Zone) - Alexandrina Council The Agenda Summary of the Meeting held on 17 April 2008 is attached (Attachment 1). The full Agenda of this meeting is available on the Extranet and the Minutes will be posted on the Extranet when available from the LGA.


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COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 35 17.8.3 LGA General Meeting Agenda 2 May 2008 Brief This report provides Members with a copy of the Agenda from the Local Government Association (LGA) General Meeting held on 2 May 2008. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the Agenda of the Local Government Association (LGA) General Meeting be received. Discussion The Local Government Association (LGA) General Meeting is held on a bi-yearly basis and represented by delegates of Councils across South Australia. The Agenda Summary of the Meeting held on 2 May 2008 is attached (Attachment 1). The full Agenda of this meeting will be available on the Extranet and the Minutes will be posted on the Extranet when available from the LGA.


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COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 44 17.8.4 Metropolitan Local Government Group Meeting 14 May 2008 Brief This report provides Members with a copy of the Agenda for the Metropolitan Local Government Group meeting to be held on 14 May 2008. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the Agenda of the Metropolitan Local Government Group be received. Discussion The Metropolitan Local Government Group Meeting is held on a bi-monthly basis and represented by Mayors and Chief Executive Officers of Metropolitan Councils. This report provides the Agenda of the Meeting to be held on 14 May 2008 (Attachment 1).


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COUNCIL MEETING 6 May 2008 Page 51 18. MEMBERS' BOOKSHELF

Brief This report provides a list of items received for Members' information which are available in the elected members' room. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the report be received. Discussion The following document has been placed in the Elected Members' room for information:

• Adelaide City Council 2006-2007 Annual Report.

• Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) Newsletter - April 2008

• Norman Waterhouse Government Gazette Extracts

19. CORRESPONDENCE

Nil 20. CONFIDENTIAL

Nil 21. MEETING CLOSE

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1. MEETING OPENED ....................................................................................................... 1

2. PRESENT....................................................................................................................... 1

3. APOLOGIES................................................................................................................... 1

4. DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS....................................................................................... 1

5. CONFIRMATION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES ................................................................. 1

6. COMMUNICATIONS BY THE CHAIRPERSON ............................................................ 1

7. QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE.......................................................................................... 1

8. QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE .................................................................................. 1

9. MOTIONS WITH NOTICE .............................................................................................. 1

10. MOTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE....................................................................................... 1

11. REPORTS OF THE GM COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE....................................... 2 11.1 2008 Local History Week Events ..................................................................... 2 11.2 Western Youth Centre 50th Celebrations ....................................................... 4 11.3 Community Transport Program - Internal Review ......................................... 7 11.4 Community Services Update ......................................................................... 22 11.5 Changes to the Natural Resource Management Group Structure.............. 25 11.6 Council Members' Residential Programme .................................................. 30 11.7 Public and Environmental Health Council Nominations - Circular 17.2 .... 35 11.8 Social Inclusion for New and Emerging Communities National

Conference 2008 ............................................................................................. 40

12. CORRESPONDENCE .................................................................................................. 42

13. MEETING CLOSE ........................................................................................................ 42

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 1 1. MEETING OPENED

2. PRESENT

3. APOLOGIES

4. DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS

The following information should be considered by Committee Members prior to a meeting: 1. Consider Section 73 of the Local Government Act and determine whether they have a conflict

of interest in any matter to be considered in this Agenda; and

2. Disclose these interests in accordance with the requirements of Sections 74 and 75 of the Local Government Act 1999.

The following disclosures of interest have been made in relation to:

Item Elected Member 5. CONFIRMATION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES

RECOMMENDATION That the Minutes of the meeting of the Community and Governance Standing Committee held on 1 April 2008 be confirmed as a true and correct record. 6. COMMUNICATIONS BY THE CHAIRPERSON

7. QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE

Nil 8. QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

9. MOTIONS WITH NOTICE

Nil 10. MOTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 2 11. REPORTS OF THE GM COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE

11.1 2008 Local History Week Events Brief To provide Elected Members with information on events during Local History Week 2008. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended to Council that the report be received. Background Last year members of the West Torrens History and Heritage Network developed a project that identified historic sites within the City and produced plaques to identify each site's historical significance. Sites were selected by members of the Network, based on public interest, as follows: • Holbrook’s “Wilford” Winery and Vineyards

Former winery building 1853 until early 1900’s South East Corner of Holbrooks Road and River Torrens, Underdale

• Parkin House

Formerly “Plympton House” Owned by Hon. William Parkin (1801-1889) Founder of Parkin Trust. 4 Lewis Crescent, North Plympton

• Frogmore

Site of homestead of Joseph Johnson Later home of William Henry Gray (1808 – 1896) Pioneer colonists North West Corner of West Beach and Tapleys Hill roads, West Beach

• Weetunga

Built in 1878. Home of Captain Samuel A White (1870-1954) Pioneer of “The Reedbeds” 12-14 Weetunga Street, Fulham

• Kandahar

Built 1906 Named after Field Marshall Sir Frederick Sleigh Roberts 1st. Earl of Kandahar. 327 Marion Road, North Plympton

• The Gums

Built c.1851 For Stephen Amand Wright. Bought by Colonel John Rowell in 1859.

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 3 • Fulham School

1880- 1915 Site of former Fulham Public School and teacher’s residence

• Plympton Railway Station

Opened 1880, closed 1929 Site – former platform. Line from North Terrace to Glenelg via St. Leonards.

• Richmond Railway Station site

Opened 1880, closed 1929. Line from North terrace to Glenelg via St. Leonards

• Lightburn & Co. whitegoods factory

( 1946 – 1986). Site of former Manufacturer of the “Zeta” motor car.

2008 History Week Events: The plaques have been produced and installation will commence in the near future. Following is an example:

The plaques will be launched on Thursday 15 May at 6pm, and will remain displayed in the Library's Sunroom during History Week (16 – 26 May). Historian Peter Donovan will be presenting on the night, while the Mayor will officially launch the project, which is open to all the community. The second event during History Week is a joint Library/West Torrens Historical Society production. Society members will be available in the Library's Sun Room for the general public to bring in any historic item of local significance to be scanned or photographed and added to the library's online local history database. Audio recording equipment is also available to capture oral histories. These sessions will take place on both 21 and 22 May from 10am to 3pm. Conclusion Council will conduct two history week projects in partnership with the History and Heritage Network during Local History Week. Elected Members are invited to attend the official launch of the Plaque Project on Thursday 15 May, at 6pm in the Hamra Centre Library’s sunroom.

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 4 11.2 Western Youth Centre 50th Celebrations Brief Western Youth Centre Incorporated celebrates its fiftieth birthday this year and has approached Council to assist in recognising the contributions of club members to the Club, their Recreation, Cultural or Sporting Associations and the West Torrens community generally. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that: 1. Council approve the naming of its building at 79 Marion Road Cowandilla as the “Ray

Roberts Recreation Centre”. 2. An appropriate building name ‘sign’ and commemorative Plaque (as described in the

report) be commissioned and funded by Council. 3. The Administration assists WYC Inc prepare and conduct an appropriate joint ceremony to

unveil the new name and plaque. Introduction Western Youth Centre Inc (WYC Inc) celebrates 50 years as an organisation in 2008 and has been the sole lessee of Council’s land and buildings associated with the ‘Cowandilla Recreation Reserve’ on Marion Road since 1957. The Club is seeking assistance with marketing of their achievements and has also requested that Council consider naming the building at 79 Marion Road Cowandilla after a long serving foundation member of the club. Discussion Mr Bob Wohlenberg OAM (President of WYC Inc) met recently with the Administration to discuss ways in which Council might be able to support the organisation celebrate its 50 years. Discussions centred around council sponsoring a page in the local press, assistance with the design and production of certificates for long serving members of the associated clubs, advice on the production of displays, the naming of the building and provision of a plaque commemorating the foundation group. Given the Club’s long history in the delivery of Recreation & Sport activities for West Torrens and surrounding residents, the Administration has already undertaken to assist with the publication of a celebratory insert in Talking Points, the production of certificates and displays etc, all of which can be accommodated within existing budgets and work plans. Naming of the Building and Presentation of a Plaque, with an associated event including refreshments, requires Council approval. Naming of the building. In late 2005, some time after ‘discussions’ about whether the building at 79 Marion Road was a Youth Centre or a Recreation Centre had created much angst between WYC Inc, the YAC and Council staff, WYC Inc suggested that the building be named after a foundation member of the Club, Mr Raymond (Ray) Errol Roberts OAM JP. That suggestion was never advanced.

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 5 At that time, WYC Inc advised their rationale for selecting Mr Roberts, as follows:

In coming to our decision many areas were looked at, some being length of service, what areas work, leadership, dedication and input to name a few. While many of our long standing volunteers were assessed one person stood out above the rest. I refer to Mr Raymond Errol (Ray) Roberts OAM JP. At the first public meeting held at Council chambers in October 1957, Ray was elected to the committee appointed to 'manage the development' of the land that was eventually designated Cowandilla Recreation Reserve. This body of people became the Cowandilla Recreation Trust (CRT). Ray served on that trust for the next 34 years (1957-1991). Running parallel to the above was Ray's input into the organisational body now known as Western Youth Centre Incorporated (WYC Inc) until his retirement in 1989. A brief summary is as follows: 1957 Inaugural meeting of (WYC Inc) elected to committee 1959-1968 Secretary WYC Inc (9 years) 1968-1989 President of WYC Inc (21 years) 1958-1989 President of WYC Inc Gym Club (31 years) 1968-1981 Chairman of WYC Inc Carnival Committee (13 years) 1971-1981 Chairman of WYC Inc Building Committee (10 years) In addition Ray Roberts along with eleven other residents went guarantors for debts etc under the indenture agreements (as they were called) with the Council until WYC became incorporated in its own right in 1971. His awards attributed to his service to WYC Inc are as follows: 1969 Life membership of WYC Inc 1969 'Man of the Year" - Western Suburbs - by Messenger Press 1979 South Australia Community and Recreation Association 1981 OAM 1988 30 year continuous committee service - WYC Inc 1990 'Citizen of the Year' - West Torrens Council The Boardroom of WYC Inc is named in honour of Ray Roberts in recognition of his outstanding service at the Centre.

Sadly Mr Roberts passed away in 2007. WYC Inc remains strongly of the view that naming the building after him would be a fitting tribute to both his memory and his impact on the Club. From the Administration’s view, in addition to recognising Mr Roberts’ valued service, naming the building the Ray Roberts Recreation Centre (or similar) would distinguish between the building, the activities conducted therein (rec, sport etc) and the organisation (WYC Inc) that holds the lease. Plaque From the same 2005 correspondence:

… the Management Committee would like to suggest a further concept. The possibility of a plaque erected in the foyer of the Centre with the names of the original people (approximately 12) who took the concept to reality. We believe two were the Mayor and a Councillor at the time and ten citizens of West Torrens Council. Many of them served on both the Trust and Western Youth Centre Inc in its early days. It would display the link between the Council and residents in helping to forge benefits for the community of West Torrens.

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 6 Conclusion Naming of the building (at 79 Marion Road) after Mr Roberts would recognise his significant contribution to his club and all of the associated activities in the centre over many years, helps mark the 50th anniversary of the club and would contribute to reducing the confusion around the nature of activities conducted within the building. A commemorative plaque recognising those responsible for the concept and development of the facility, and of the associated umbrella organisation for managing its operations (WYC Inc), would mark the 50th birthday and recognise Council’s own longstanding involvement. Associated costs (approx $2,000) for Naming the building, commissioning a Plaque and assisting with refreshments at a suitable event to mark the 50th birthday of WYC Inc could be accommodated within Council’s Grants/Sponsorship program.

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 7 11.3 Community Transport Program - Internal Review Brief To advise Council of the results of an internal review of the community transport scheme, report on proposed changes to the operation of the scheme and to obtain Council approval to implement those changes. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that the recommendations contained within the Community Transport Review report be adopted. Introduction The City of West Torrens has provided a Community Transport service for local residents, community groups and organisations since 1990. The stated aim of the service, as recorded on Council’s website, is:

“To provide transport for people who have difficulties using public transport such as elderly people, people with a disability, and mothers with young children. The service includes pick up and drop off to and from resident’s homes.”

The program provides four different services:

1. Door-to-door shopping and library service

2. Transport to Council community programs/services e.g. community meal

3. Transport to non Council community programs/service e.g. Camden HACC

4. Charters/Hires NB There are only 130 regular users (and up to 20 other individuals) that make up the ‘passengers’ for the

three services (1-3) listed above. The service is provided using three buses:

Bus Passengers Purchased Kilometres Replace in

Vario 28 2001 124,000 2010 Sprinter 11 2001 105,000 2010 Commuter 10 2005 16,000 2012

Discussion The service has been operating, with the same stated aim, for many years but it is clear that the services are used by the same passengers or community groups/organisations each week of each year. It is difficult for new clients or groups to access the service and the majority of users are aged over 60 years, which is inconsistent with the stated service aim. New passengers wishing to use the shopping service must wait (sometimes weeks) for an opportunity.

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 8 Many community groups have been unable to ‘hire’ a bus (when not required by Council) because the same few groups have monopolised the service by booking ‘charters’ a year in advance. The community of West Torrens is diverse and community services should address needs across the demographic spread, wherever possible/practical. Based on Census Data 2006, the West Torrens demographic presents the following noteworthy statistics:

• 22.3% of the population arrived in Australia during or after 2001

• 25.5% live in what are considered low-income households (i.e. householders earn less than $500 per week)

• A larger percentage of 70-84 year olds (12.1% of population) and those aged 85 years and over (3.1%) reside in the City of West Torrens compared to the rest of Adelaide

• There is also a larger percentage of 18-24year olds (11.1%) and 25-34year olds (15.2%) living in the City of West Torrens compared to the rest of Adelaide

This data is relevant when reviewing a Council service because all services should strive to reflect local demographics in their ‘client base’. While it is appropriate, given the ageing population, that Council’s Community Transport Service assists residents aged 60 years and over, or community groups/organisations whose members are aged over 60 years, West Torrens also has a high percentage of newly arrived migrants and refugees and people aged 18–34 years who are currently receiving little or no assistance from the Community Transport service. Recent community forums conducted as part of the consultation process around Council’s Towards 2025 Community Plan have revealed concerns among younger residents about being unable to use the Service. The attached report canvasses the issues and proposes a range of actions to address them. Conclusion The City of West Torrens Community Transport program is a valuable service and resource for local residents and community groups/organisations, which has enormous potential for improvement. The current service and system of operation favours regular passengers and hirers over new clients or groups and does not encourage use by members of the community aged under 60 years. Transport Service could be expanded, become more accessible to all members of the community, and support local businesses, if the recommendations contained within the attached report were adopted. As with any service or function of Council, ongoing evaluation and review are essential. The Transport Service should be reviewed on an annual basis and routes altered to include transport to new shopping precincts / community precincts which may have developed. The changing demographics of the community should also be taken into account when reviewing the service. This will ensure the City of West Torrens Bus Service is relevant and dynamic in servicing the local community.

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COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 22 11.4 Community Services Update Brief To provide Elected Members with information on activities within the Community Services Business Unit. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended to Council that the Community Services Update be received. Discussion Community Care Scooter Forum: On Thursday 24 April the Community Care Team organised the second Scooter Forum held in West Torrens. The aim of the Forum was to provide information on: • Road Rules and correct use of scooters • How to maintain scooters and reduce risk in using scooters • Preventative and restorative programs available at the Pines Rehabilitation Centre • Home and Community Care (HACC) and other Council services available through the City of

West Torrens. Opened by the Mayor, approximately thirty people attended to hear speakers, and view displays, on scooters and available services from the Independent Care Living and Mobility Centre, SA Police, the Pines Rehabilitation Centre and Council’s Community Care Team. This occasion was also used to launch the second edition of the "Directory of Resources" published by the City of West Torrens in partnership with TAFE SA. This Directory is designed to support residents with disabilities by providing a guide to disability services within the West Torrens area. Funding application to State Government: During operations of the HACC and the Elder Choices Programs, Community Care Team members identified a need for a more specialised program providing services and activities for frail aged people with dementia. Consequently an application for funding has been made to the State Government to provide a weekly activities day at Hayhurst Centre for approximately 30 people. On the day activities will include:

• Provision of a healthy meal. • The opportunity to engage and socialise with other members of the community. • Exercise classes including falls and balance management and a structured approach to

improving an individual's balance, flexibility and strength. • Chair based exercises to assist in maintenance of strength, endurance and overall

wellbeing. • Memory games that will assist in the stimulation of the mind, including crosswords,

scrabble and arithmetic exercises.

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 23 Library Upgraded signage: Anecdotal feedback indicated that people had problems finding the Library, particularly from the Civic Centre side of the gardens. Part of the problem is that trees obscure the current signage which is at roof level. Signscope (provider of the original signage in the Library) was asked to come up with some options that could be an effective "pointer" to the Library but not at the expense of Library customers’ outlook through the windows to the gardens Following discussions between Signscope, library staff and Council's Communications Team a design was agreed and installed. Initial feedback has been positive in that the new signage certainly highlights the Library, but the design has a degree of translucence and see-through lettering which minimise the impact. The Library also commissioned Signscope to produce a sign detailing Council's website address which has been installed on the wall behind the circulation desk. This is part of a strategy to highlight the website as providing 24/7 access to library services. The address is also included on all Library Service promotional literature and merchandise. Proposal to upgrade the Library's Internet bandwidth: Currently the Library's Internet service to the public is provided at no charge through a network managed and funded by the State Library's Public Library Services (PLS) department. Recently PLS wrote to Council referring to the network performance and acknowledging that: "…the performance in some of the larger metro libraries has been less than satisfactory…" and that PLS: "… have been looking for a solution to this issue." West Torrens was one of the metro libraries identified with less than satisfactory Internet performance so PLS are proposing to upgrade the bandwidth available from the current 1500/256k DSL service to a 4M Ethernet GWIP service. Technical jargon aside, the bottom line is that the upgrade will provide a more responsive and faster service to the Library's Internet users. Community Development Community Resource Collection: The majority of the Community Resources Collection previously stored at the Hayhurst Centre has been moved to the Hamra Centre. Only the larger materials such as chairs, barbeques and marques will remain at Hayhurst. All the various audiovisual and pieces of IT equipment have been moved and will be managed through the Library's management system, meaning that groups can borrow the materials using their library card. This will be a more efficient system to keep track of the materials but more importantly, the Collection will be accessible and available seven days a week during library hours. Moving the materials to Hamra will also mean a more secure environment as Hayhurst experienced a break-in and theft of some of the Collection. To also make services more accessible and secure, the Community Office facility at Hayhurst will also be moved to the Hamra Centre in the Auditorium's ‘dressing room’. The other service that has been moved to the Library is photocopying for community groups. All the changes, both to location and processes, are currently being worked through by the Community Development Team and a letter with full details of the new arrangements will be sent out to all Resource Service users before the end of May. In the interim, one team member remains the designated contact for these groups to ensure that there is minimal disruption to services.

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 24 Changes to the Auditorium: The Community Development and Library Teams developed a proposal to turn the Auditorium into a multi use space based around a continuous program of art exhibitions, performances and activities. Currently Auditorium usage is both limited and minimal, and historically the Library and Auditorium have operated separately. Costing $50,000 and funded from departmental savings (subject to approval), the project will equip the Auditorium with the appropriate professional equipment and upgraded security to allow a range of exhibitions from both inside and outside the City. These will include displays from schools, community groups, local professional artists and travelling exhibitions and will cover all aspects and mediums of art from traditional to digital. The program of exhibitions will provide the context for the Auditorium being a multi-purpose space open to the public seven days a week. Other activities planned include regular live music from all genres with the emphasis on providing local musicians with a suitable venue and the opportunity to perform. Library staff will also include the Auditorium as a program and activity space with the large screen TV in the Hamra Centre foyer advertising "What’s on in the Auditorium this Week." In gallery mode there will be "viewing" furniture in the centre of the Auditorium but this will be able to be moved so that the auditorium can become a meeting, activity and conference venue if required, although there will be guidelines based around corporate and community usage as the Auditorium no longer has a "hall for hire" aspect. In general it is expected that any future meetings and activities held in the new auditorium will only be enhanced by the presence of artworks on display, as opposed to the current bare brick look. The Hamra Centre will be "unified" by opening the access way between the Library and the Auditorium so people can naturally move between the two facilities. Having the library and an art gallery in the one building has been successful at Marion, Prospect and Millicent however this proposal takes the model one step further with an integrated approach, rather than the two services operating separately. The other part of the project, the development of management processes and procedures, will be undertaken by a joint Library/Community Development Team with the ongoing management of the auditorium being a joint responsibility. It is also quite likely that there will be opportunities for volunteering within the gallery. Conclusion Once this work is completed, there will always be something on in the auditorium seven days a week. Even if there is a gap between booked exhibitions it is planned to develop a "default" series of displays that can be installed e.g. historic photos of West Torrens.

COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 25 11.5 Changes to the Natural Resource Management Group Structure Brief To advise Elected Members of correspondence received from Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board in relation to the changes to the structure of the Natural Resources Management Groups. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended to Council that this report and correspondence be received. Discussion The Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board (NRM Board) has written to Council advising that, following the completion of its consultation process, it has dissolved the existing NRM Groups and established the following three NRM Groups (Attachment 1):

Northern NRM Group Central Hills NRM Group Fleurieu NRM Group

Subsequent correspondence has advised that the NRM Board is seeking nominations to each of these groups (Attachment 2). Discussion with officers at the NRM Board has indicated that the South Australian Metropolitan Area will be managed by the NRM Board and any related sub-committees rather than by a specific NRM Group. Hence the City of West Torrens does not fall within any of the above three groups. However, Council has the ability to nominate to any of these groups if it so wishes. Any nominations will be processed and forwarded to the NRM Board by the closing date which is 9 May 2008. Further information on these changes is available on Council's extranet site or directly from: www.amlrnrm.sa.gov.au/boardgroups/nrmgroups/aspx


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COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 30 11.6 Council Members' Residential Programme Brief To advise Elected Members of the LGA's Council Members' Residential Programme in conjunction with the Flinders University. RECOMMENDATION(S) 1. That Cr/s be nominated to attend the LGA’s Council Members’ Residential Seminar

divided into two modules: Module 1 "Strategic Issues" on 29 May and 30 May 2008, Module 2 "Governance Issues" on 28 June and 29 June 2008, at the Mawson Lakes Hotel and Function Centre.

2. Expenses be reimbursed in accordance with Council policy. 3. Council approves the attendance of spouses/partners of attending Elected Members and

further, consistent with the Council policy, that the cost of any incidental meals be met by Council.

Introduction The LGA Education and Training Service advised of a Residential Seminar for Council Members from Thursday 29 May to Sunday 1 June at the Mawson Lakes Hotel Function Centre, Mawson Lakes, divided into two modules, "Strategic Issues" and "Governance Issues", Circular 16.2 , (Attachment 1). Discussion The LGA have subsequently advised that the Governance module is in collaboration with the Flinders University and offers participants the option of certification from Flinders University. However, the work required, will not be completed in time to proceed with the 31 May and 1st June, Circular 18.2 (Attachment 2). The two modules will now be held separately at the Mawson Lakes Hotel and Function Centre, Mawson Lakes, as follows: Module 1: Strategic Issues (29 and 30 May) - Course Fee $517.00 plus hotel accommodation of

approximately $180.00. Module 2: Governance Issues (28 and 29 June) - in collaboration with Flinders University.

Course fee to be confirmed plus hotel accommodation of approximately $180.00. The programme is designed to raise awareness and understanding of priority strategic issues and governance concepts. There will be a range of speakers from State and Local Government and the private sector. Members are invited to register for Module 1 and/or Module 2 by returning the completed registration form to the LGA. A copy of the confirmed programme for Module 1 is attached for Member's information (Attachment 3).


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COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 35 11.7 Public and Environmental Health Council Nominations - Circular 17.2 Brief LGA Circular 49.5 seeks nominations for a Local Government member and Deputy Member to the Public and Environmental Health Council. RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended that Council nominates Cr/s ………… as the Local Government Member and/or Cr/s ……………..as the Deputy Member for the Public and Environmental Health Council. Introduction The Public and Environmental Health Council has written to the LGA requesting nominations for a Local Government Member and Deputy Member on the Public and Environmental Health Council for a period of 3 years, refer to Circular 17.2 (Attachment 1). Discussion The functions of the Council are: (a) to report (on its own initiative or at the request of the Commission or the Minister) to the

Commission or the Minister on any matter relating to public or environmental health; (b) to initiate, carry out or oversee programmes and activities designed to improve or promote

public and environmental health; (c) to promote or, with the approval of the Minister, conduct inquiries into any aspect of public

and environmental health; (d) to keep the operation, administration and enforcement of this Act under review and to

recommend to the Minister any legislative or administrative change that appears necessary or appropriate;

(e) to consider and report to the Minister on regulations proposed to be made under this Act; (f) to carry out any other function or duty assigned to the Council by the Minister or by or under

this Act. The Public and Environmental Health Council meets on a monthly basis (first Friday of the month) and meetings commences at 1:00pm. A sitting fee of $160 per 4 hour session is payable. Any nominations will need to address the selection criteria (Attachment 2) and will be forwarded to the LGA by the Governance Unit by close of business on 20 May 2008.


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COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 40 11.8 Social Inclusion for New and Emerging Communities National Conference 2008 Brief To advise Members of the Social Inclusion for New and Emerging Communities National Conference 25th June2008 to 27 June 2008. RECOMMENDATION(S) 1. That Cr/s be nominated to attend Social Inclusion for New and Emerging Communities

National Conference at the Adelaide Festival Centre, King William Road, Adelaide from 25 June 2008 to 27 June 2008.

2. Expenses be reimbursed in accordance with Council policy. 3. Council approves the attendance of spouses/partners of attending Elected Members and

further, consistent with the Council policy, that the cost of any incidental meals be met by Council.

Introduction The Social Inclusion for New and Emerging Communities National Conference is being held at the Adelaide Convention Centre 25 June - 27 June 2008, hosted by the Migrant Resource Centre of South Australia, and will be opened by Mr Hieu Van Le, Lieutenant Governor of SA and Chairman of the South Australian Multicultural and Ethnic Affairs Commission. Discussion This conference will build on the 2006 Conference, and will seek to address the key challenges identified by the Federal Government in the Australian Social Inclusion Agenda 2007, with a particular focus on new and emerging communities, by exploring the following:

▪ Defining "community" and expanding our understanding of a national identity that fosters and supports social inclusion.

▪ Engaging diversity in making changes so that all Australians, regardless of where they live or who they are, can participate in the social and economic life of the nation.

▪ Developing strategies for ensuring that people do not fall through the safety net. ▪ Developing tools for measuring positive change so that we know we are making a

tangible difference to people facing entrenched disadvantage. Other key topics to be explored include:

▪ Regeneration through capacity building towards greater inclusivity - the community perspective: What does social inclusion mean for new and emerging communities including youth, women and families: What does meaningful participation look like.

▪ Where do we go with what we know in achieving meaningful and sustainable

inclusion? - Challenges for policy makers, service planners and the community sector, Creating local partnerships to deliver targeted and tailored interventions which address localised systemic disadvantage.

Cost of the conference is $300.00, or $180.00 per day, plus $60.00 for the Conference Dinner. Early bird registration prior to the 14 May 2008 attracts a 10% deduction.


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COMMUNITY AND GOVERNANCE STANDING COMMITTEE 6 May 2008 Page 42 12. CORRESPONDENCE

13. MEETING CLOSE

City of West Torrens

LATE ITEM

Gonfidential Report ltem 20,1

of the

COUNCIL MEETING

of the

CITY OF WEST TORRENS

to be held in the Council Chambers, Civic Centre165 Sir Donald Bradman Drive. Hilton

on

6 May 2008at 7.30 PM

Pursuant to Section 83 (5) of the Local Government Act 1999 the Confidential ltemfor the Council meeting is delivered to the Council Members upon the basis of myrecommendation that the matters to which the Agenda relates be received,considered and discussed by the Council in confidence under Part 3

Title CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER RECRUITMENT UPDATE - LATE ITEM

BriefThe Presiding Member of the Chief Executive Officer Recruitment Panel's update on the ChiefExecutive Officer recruitment process.

Reason for Gonfidentiality

It is recommended that this report be considered in CONFIDENCE in accordance with Section90(3)(a) of the Local Government Act 1999, which permits the meeting to be closed to the publicfor business relating to the following: -

Section 90 - Meetings to be held in public except in special circumstances.

(3Xa) information the disclosure of which would involve the unreasonable disclosure ofinformation concerning the personal affairs of any person (living or dead);

RECOMMENDATTON(S)

It is recommended to Council that:

1. That Council orders Chief Executive Officer's Recruitment Update report be considered inCONFIDENCE in accordance with Section 90 (3)(b) of the Local Government Act 1999,which permits the meeting to be closed to the public for business relating to the following:

Section 90 - Meetings to be held in public except in special circumstances.

(3Xa) information the disclosure of which would involve the unreasonable disclosure ofinformation concerning the personal affairs of any person (living or dead);

2. Council orders pursuant to Section 90 (2) of the Local Government Act 1999 that the publicand officers of Council, be excluded from attendance at so much of the meeting as isnecessary to receive, discuss and consider in confidence, information contained within theconfidential report.

3. At the completion of the confidential session the meeting be re-opened to the public,

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