2018 / 2019 Annual Report
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Annual Report 2018-2019 The best place in regional South Australia to live, work, do business, raise a family and retire. Created by having a Prosperous Community with Healthy Landscapes, Liveable Neighbourhoods and a focus on Harmony and Culture. Naracoorte Lucindale Council, Annual Report 2018-2019 1 CONTENTS MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR ............................................................................................................................ 3 COUNCIL STRUCTURE & ELECTED MEMBERS .................................................................................................... 5 COUNCIL AREA ................................................................................................................................................... 6 COUNCIL PROFILE .............................................................................................................................................. 7 STRATEGIC PLAN ................................................................................................................................................ 8 PERFORMANCE MEASURES ............................................................................................................................. 10 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE MEASURES ........................................................................................................... 14 PROJECT PRIORITIES FOR 2018-2019 ............................................................................................................... 16 THEME 1 – PROSPEROUS COMMUNITY ........................................................................................................... 16 THEME 2 – HEALTHY LANDSCAPES .................................................................................................................. 17 THEME 3 – HARMONY AND CULTURE ............................................................................................................. 18 THEME 4 – LIVEABLE NEIGHBOURHOODS ....................................................................................................... 19 THEME 5 – PROGRESSIVE LEADERSHIP ............................................................................................................ 20 PROJECT PRIORITIES FOR 2019-2020 THEME 1 – PROSPEROUS COMMUNITY ............................................... 22 THEME 2 – HEALTHY LANDSCAPES .................................................................................................................. 23 THEME 3 – HARMONY AND CULTURE ............................................................................................................. 23 THEME 4 – LIVEABLE NEIGHBOURHOODS ....................................................................................................... 24 THEME 5 – PROGRESSIVE LEADERSHIP ............................................................................................................ 25 COUNCIL REPORT ............................................................................................................................................. 25 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION .................................................................................................................................... 31 GRANTS RECEIVED ........................................................................................................................................... 33 ELECTED MEMBERS’ ALLOWANCES ................................................................................................................. 34 COMMITTEE MEMBERS’ ALLOWANCES ........................................................................................................... 35 ELECTED MEMBER TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT ........................................................................................ 35 CONFIDENTIAL ITEMS ...................................................................................................................................... 35 EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM AND STAFFING .......................................................................................... 37 DELEGATIONS .................................................................................................................................................. 38 ETHICAL STANDARDS AND PERFORMANCE ..................................................................................................... 38 REGISTERS ........................................................................................................................................................ 39 CODES .............................................................................................................................................................. 39 POLICIES ........................................................................................................................................................... 40 REVIEW OF DECISIONS .................................................................................................................................... 41 FREEDOM OF INFORMATION APPLICATIONS AND STATEMENT ..................................................................... 41 MANAGEMENT PLANS FOR COMMUNITY LAND ............................................................................................. 42 ACCOUNTABILITY ............................................................................................................................................. 42 LIMESTONE COAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION ................................................................................ 44 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT .............................................................................................................................. 44 Naracoorte Lucindale Council, Annual Report 2018-2019 2 MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR Following the Local Government election in November 2018 three new councillors joined myself and seven returning representatives to form the Council for next four years. A small number of strategic committees were implemented to explore ideas and issues, making recommendations for Council to consider, the Audit committee provides strategic advice on finance and risk and the Naracoorte Regional Livestock Exchange Board oversees the management and planning of the livestock exchange. The Naracoorte Regional Livestock Exchange, operates as a stand-alone business by Council and provides a significant economic benefit to the district – with over $1.328 billion in sales over the past 10 years. Upgrades to the cattle selling pens have commenced, ensuring the NRLE remains the premier livestock selling centre in the South East region and a leader in the Australian livestock selling industry. Road infrastructure is a key driver of economic development. Council continues to focus on linking the heavy vehicle road network to serve agriculture and supporting industries and provide access to industrial land developments. A highlight of Council’s major projects program was the official opening of stage one of the Old Caves Road redevelopment in April attended by Mr Tony Pasin MP, Council Staff, elected members and contractors. Old Caves Road is an important regional tourism route linking Naracoorte to the World Heritage listed Naracoorte Caves. This project supports Council’s commitment through the Caves Connection Project to create economic development by leveraging greater value from the State’s only World Heritage site, the Naracoorte Caves. A celebration of twenty years of the Wonambi Visitor Centre, and the launch of the Naracoorte Caves Connection Business Prospectus was held at the Naracoorte Caves in December, also supporting the Caves Connection Project. Working Groups consisting of community representatives and elected members were established for the Naracoorte Caves Trail, Botanical, Disability Inclusion and Naracoorte Creek. The volunteers who contribute to these groups ensure projects meet the needs of the community as well as enhancing it for visitors. There has been a strong focus on master planning and community input was sought on the plans for the Naracoorte and District Sports Centre and the townships of Lucindale and Frances. These plans will provide a guide for both Council and the community on the future development, sustainability and opportunities for enhancement of the Sports Centre, Lucindale and Frances. To ensure strategic documents are relevant to current community needs the Naracoorte Aerodrome Master Plan, Road and Stormwater Infrastructure Management Plan and Summary Infrastructure and Asset Management Plan were updated. Council was pleased to provide financial support to community organisations and projects including the Naracoorte and District Hockey Association for its Turf Project, the Lucindale Community Pool, Frances Folk 20th Gathering, Community Chest distribution of $29,999 and a distribution from the Community Art Fund to the Naracoorte Caves Music Ensemble. To preserve the built heritage and character of the district financial support was provided to owners of heritage properties for restoration or conservation via the Heritage Restoration Fund. The Business Entrepreneurs / Innovation Fund assisted business owners to bring ideas and plans to fruition. Naracoorte Lucindale Council, Annual Report 2018-2019 3 Community events are important to attract visitors to the district and to bring the community together. During the year Council was pleased to receive funding from the Australian Government for two inaugural events the Limestone Coast Multicultural