Forbes Shire Council DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021
CONTENTS FORBES SHIRE VISION ...... 3 A MESSAGE FROM YOUR ELECTED COUNCIL ...... 3 STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK ...... 4 INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING FRAMEWORK ...... 5 REPORTING ON PROGRESS ...... 5 DELIVERY PROGRAM ...... 6 ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE...... 7 DIRECTION 1 – COMMUNITY AND CULTURE ...... 8 DIRECTION 2 – LOCAL ECONOMY ...... 14 DIRECTION 3 – NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ...... 21 DIRECTION 4 – RURAL AND URBAN LANDUSE ...... 26 DIRECTION 5 – INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES ...... 30 DIRECTION 6 – GOVERNMENT AND REPRESENTATION ...... 36 NSW PREMIER’S PRIORITIES - 12 GOALS ...... 45
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Change History:
Version Change Details Council Resolution 1 2017-2021 Delivery Program 17 August 2017 – 258/2017 Amendment to the 2017-2021 Delivery Program to align to the 2018-2028 2 193/2019 Community Strategy Plan adopted 13 December 2018 (Resolution: 538/2018)
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FORBES SHIRE VISION The Forbes Shire is a safe, connected and welcoming community. We aspire to create job opportunities, improve our infrastructure and support a diverse and thriving economy.
A message from your elected Council
This Delivery Program has been developed to reflect the strategies, activities and actions that Council will take toward the achievement of the long term goals as expressed in the Forbes Community Strategic Plan. We have consulted widely with our residents on what you want your community to be and the services we need to deliver.
Council will strive to provide effective, transparent and consultative leadership to maintain and achieve the future that our community seeks – a region with sound infrastructure, an environment that is valued and a community that cares and continues to grow and prosper.
This program will guide our elected members in make those decisions and provide a means of reporting to the community on the progress that Council has made.
We commit this program to you and look forward to a positive future for our region.
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Strategic Framework
Integrated Planning and Reporting is the framework for planning and reporting by Local Governments across New South Wales. The aim is to integrate the various plans of Council with the strategic objectives or aspirations of the community. The key element in the framework is the involvement of the whole of the community in the formulation of the Community Strategic Plan. The principal components of the integrated planning and reporting model are:
Community Strategic Plan – sets out the long term aspirations of the community of the Forbes Shire for the next 10 years. It is the key reference to guide Council decision-making during this period.
The plan has been reviewed after extensive consultation with residents, land owners, visitors, Councillors, Council staff, businesses, community groups and youth. It is informed by the Central West and Orana Regional Plan 2036, the NSW Premier’s Priorities, and, where appropriate, shows links to the directions and actions in these plans.
Council’s Community Strategic Plan was recently revised resulting in the Community Strategic Plan 2018-2028 being adopted in December 2018, superseding the previous Community Strategic Plan.
Delivery Program – Under the Delivery Program, Council is accounting for its stewardship of the community’s long- term goals, outlining what it intends to do towards achieving these goals during its term in office (four years) and what its priorities will be.
Operational Plan – This annual plan details Council’s budget and activities to be completed each financial year towards meeting the Delivery Program.
Resourcing Strategy - Brings together Council’s key planning strategies for the utilisation of the resources available to Council to fulfil the community strategic objectives. The Resourcing Strategy comprises:
Long Term Financial Plan Workforce Management Plan Asset Management Plan.
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Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework
‘Local Government Planning and Reporting framework – NSW State Government’
Reporting on Progress
Council will report periodically to the Forbes community on the progress of the activities undertaken by Council in achieving the strategic objectives of the Community Strategic Plan. Key accountability reporting points will be:
• Council’s Annual Report which is prepared after the end of the financial year and reports the results and achievements for the year against the Operational Plan and Delivery Program, and
• Every four years tied to Council’s election cycle, the Community Strategic Plan must be reported upon by the outgoing Council through the End of Term Report and the incoming Council must undertake a review of the Plan. At this time the Community Strategic Plan has to be rolled forward four years to maintain a minimum long term 10 year strategic focus.
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Delivery Program
This is the plan where the community’s strategic goals are translated into actions. These are the principal activities to be undertaken by Council to implement the objectives established by the Community Strategic Plan within the resources available under the Resourcing Strategy. The Delivery Program is a statement of commitment to the community from each newly elected Council. It is designed as the single point of reference for all principle activities undertaken by Council during its term. All plans, projects, activities and funding allocations must be directly linked to this plan.
This Delivery Program is a key component in the achievement of the directions and visions defined in the Forbes Community Strategic Plan as shown below:
Community Strategic Plan 2018 – 2028
Delivery
Long term goals Program
and aspirations 2017 - 2021
of the Community
Identified
Strategies to actions during Operational
achieve goals Council’s term Plan
2019 - 2020
Actions to
support Activities to
strategies deliver these
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goals. Reporting
Results Annual reporting
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Operational Plan
The Delivery Program identifies a number of priorities the current elected Council will work towards over their term of office. These priorities include effective, transparent and consultative leadership and to uphold the future that our community needs – a region with sound infrastructure, an environment that is valued and opportunities for our region to grow and prosper. This is the “Councillors’ Plan”, which will drive the annual activities of Council as identified in the annual Operational Plan.
Council has been assessed as “fit” under the State Treasury Corporation (T-Corp) evaluation as to the condition of assets and ability to meet maintenance and renewal costs. Council will continue to improve its financial position with active management of costs and drive efficiencies in operations. Council is also keen to establish community expectations of service levels to allow a better determination of maintenance, renewal and capital requirements.
Council will work in partnership with the community, State and Federal governments and other key stakeholders to ensure that it continues to provide quality service delivery to enhance our region.
Putting it into Action
The Delivery Program is linked to Council’s staff performance management system, so part of each employee’s performance will focus on their success in completing their projects. In this way we ensure that the high level goals of the long term strategy are broken down into measurable operational actions.
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Understanding the Document
The Delivery Program is divided into six key directions in the same manner as Our Community Strategic Plan. These directions are:
• Community and Cultural • Local Economy • Natural Environment • Rural and Urban Landuse • Infrastructure and Services • Government Representation
Each section contains the major projects and activities that will be undertaken toward achieving our goals over the next four years.
Organisational Structure
Financial Information and the Delivery Program All financial information relating to the 4 year Delivery Program term is captured in Council’s Statement of Revenue Policy and 2019/20 Budget Summary, both of which form part of Council’s Operational Plan.
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DIRECTION 1 – COMMUNITY AND CULTURE
Our communities are healthy, vibrant and connected, sustained by our diversity, our inclusiveness and the strong community spirit that binds us.
STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE THIS GOAL
CC1 Provide local activities, facilities and events that foster inclusion and reflect the identity and diversity of communities within the Shire.
CC2 Develop a local multipurpose venue to support a wide range of sporting, cultural and community activities and events.
CC3 Recognise and support local volunteers and volunteering strategies that create increased opportunities for people to contribute to community wellbeing.
CC4 Identify a broad range of grants and funding opportunities to support local community activities.
CC5 Identify opportunities to preserve and strengthen the diverse heritage and culture of the Shire.
CC6 Provide services, facilities and activities to address the specific needs of children and young people, parents and families, people with disability, elderly people and others.
CC7 Plan for and manage open-space, recreational and community facilities such as local parks, community halls, heated and Olympic-sized swimming pools and sporting fields that enhance the year-round health and well-being of communities across the Shire.
CC8 Build connections and co-operation between different interest and representative groups across the Shire.
CC9 Ensure that community safety initiatives and measures are well planned and delivered.
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CC1 Provide local activities, facilities and events that foster inclusion and reflect the identity and diversity of communities within the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP1.1 Plan activities for the Support existing service providers to present - - - - growing aged population. activities and social initiatives for seniors.
Partner with existing service providers and community groups to present activities and social initiatives for seniors including Seniors Week and X X X X in consultation with Seniors groups and aged care providers.
Two activities undertaken in partnership for X X X X Seniors Week with 20 participants.
Develop a published calendar of event specifically - - - - for the aged population.
Calendar Developed, distributed to at least five X X X X seniors organisations.
SP1.5 Provide support to Support planned cultural and wellbeing activities - - - - community funded cultural and events in the community. and wellbeing activities and events. Two cultural/wellbeing events. X X X X
Implement a welcome reception program for all new - - - - residents to Forbes.
Program developed, two welcome receptions X X X - delivered.
Provide a Welcome to Forbes Pack for new - - - - residents to be sent as they arrive.
Welcome pack developed and distributed to at X X X X least 10 new residents.
Develop a database of all community services and - - - - identify service groups.
Database developed and audited every six months X X X X for currency.
Create a brochure of all community services. - - - -
One brochure developed. X - X -
SP1.8 Foster and provide unique Implement an annual arts and culture program. - - - - cultural experiences of Forbes through the One program developed in partnership with arts X X X X performing arts and the community group(s). visual arts. Support activities run by the Forbes Arts Society, Forbes and District Historical Museum, Forbes Town Band, Mitchell Conservatorium, NSW Small - - - - Winemakers Wine Show Committee and other activities in arts and culture.
Support activities undertaken by 6 community X X X X groups throughout the year.
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CC2 Develop a local multipurpose venue to support a wide range of sporting, cultural and community activities and events.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
I4.4 Enhance and expand Develop the business case and options for sporting opportunities. funding a sport and recreational multi-purpose X X - - facility.
Finalise and implement Netball/Basketball facility X X - - Master Plan.
CC3 Recognise and support local volunteers and volunteering strategies that create increased opportunities for people to contribute to community wellbeing
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP1.3 Support and recognise Implement a Forbes Shire awards program. - - - - volunteers and their organisations in the Shire. 1. Program developed for three awards, five X X X X nominations received for each award.
2. Develop a walk of honour along the lake X X X- - foreshore.
3. Apply for grant funding to support Forbes X X X X Shire awards program.
SP2.4 Foster and support Host an annual volunteer information session in volunteerism within the partnership with community and sporting groups. - - - - community 1. Volunteer session held with at least five X X X X community groups represented.
SP2.5 Strengthen community Promote recognition of volunteers in the pride through nominations community (eg. Forbes Shire Rewards Program). - - - - for honours and awards (Also refer to SP1.3) and the annual program of local recognition. 1. Five volunteers profiled in media. X X X X
Facilitate an awards program for the Forbes Medal and Heritage Volunteer, Youth Volunteer - - - - and Australia Day Awards.
1. At least five nominations achieved for each X X X X of the awards.
SP2.6 Provide the opportunity for Establish, manage and promote membership of a a Youth Council in Forbes. Youth Council. - - - -
1. Youth Council maintained above 10 local - X X X youth.
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CC4 Identify a broad range of grants and funding opportunities to support local community activities,
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP2.2 Enhance the capacity of Provide the service of a Grants Officer to advise community organisations and assist with community grant funding - - - - and sporting groups to submission. access external grants and funding opportunities. 1. Grants Officer employed. X X X X
Host regular Grant Writing Workshops for the community. - - - -
1. At least one grant writing workshop held with 10 participants. X X X X
SP2.3 Council provided grants Provide grants and in-kind support in line with and in-kind support is Council’s Community Funding Program Policy. - - - - efficiently and equitably distributed to support the 1. Grants awarded within budget determined efforts and activities of according to policy. X X X X community organisations and sporting groups.
CC5 Identify opportunities to preserve and strengthen the diverse heritage and culture of the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP1.4 Sustain and preserve the Partner with Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre for the - - - - heritage of the Wiradjuri Sculpture project. people. 1. Attendance by Council staff at six X X X X meetings/events held at the Centre.
Develop a framework for sustaining and - - - - preserving the heritage of the Wiradjuri people.
1. Five indigenous Community groups meetings X X X X attended
2. Two Indigenous focussed events supported X X X X by Council
SP1.6 Build a culture of respect Support programs that celebrate and strengthen - - - - for diversity and multiculturalism in the community. differences. 1. One event delivered with ten participants and social media campaign developed. X X X -
Conduct Australian Citizenship Ceremonies in accordance with guidelines set by the - - - - Department of Immigration.
1. Citizenship ceremonies undertaken as X X X X required.
ED4.5 Promote Forbes as a Implement an advertising and editorial program for - - - - regional arts hub through public art. public art installations. 1. Develop a public art guide and promotional X X X - plan as a part of the CBD master plan.
2. Continue to work with the Forbes Art X X X - Society to promote current activities.
3. Implement the actions of the public art - - X X promotion plan.
3. Undertake at least one cost benefit analysis X X X X of selected tourism assets.
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CC6 Provide services, facilities and activities to address the specific needs of children and young people, parents and families, people with disability, elderly people and others.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP2.1 Provide a range of Facilitate, promote and deliver a diverse range of community entertainment activities for youth, seniors and people with - - - - activities including activities disabilities. for youth, seniors and 1. Four activities undertaken with at least 40 people with disabilities. X X X X participants.
Celebrate national events such as Youth Week, Seniors Week and International Day of People - - - - with Disabilities.
1. Activity undertaken for three national events. X X X X
Publish an annual events calendar. - - - -
1. Calendar created. X X X X
2. Calendar maintained. X X X X
SP3.4 Increase the focus on the Lobby for increased mental health services in the - - - - delivery of mental health Forbes Shire. services. 1. Annual attendance by Council staff at least X X X X at two mental health events.
Work with Interagency Committee on mental - - - - health initiatives and programs.
1. Participation in at least four interagency X X X X meetings each year.
SP3.5 Ensure the Forbes Library Partner with Central West Libraries to provide - - - - is a cultural, recreational and enhance library services. and learning centre for the 1. Implement quarterly customer service community. X X X X reviews for Forbes Library users.
2. One grant funding opportunity identified and X X X X pursued.
SP3.8 Provide support for Incorporate the Disability Inclusion Action Plan in employment opportunities Council’s recruitment and employment X X X X for people with disabilities. processes.
CC7 Plan for and manage open-space, recreational and community facilities such as local parks, community halls, heated and Olympic-sized swimming pools and sporting fields that enhance the year-round health and well-being of communities across the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
I3.1 Manage and maintain Implement facilities maintenance schedules. X X X X community and sporting built facilities for the benefit Identify and implement annual forward works. X X X X of the community.
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CC8 Build connections and co-operation between different interest and representative groups across the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP1.7 Engage and encourage the Participate in interagency meetings and support - - - - disadvantaged members of programs and initiatives. the Forbes community by supporting the work of 1. Participate in at least four interagency regional government meetings throughout the year. X X X X agencies and Non- Government Organisations.
SP3.7 Encourage collaboration Engage with community service providers and - - - - and communication facilitate meetings at least annually. between service providers. 1. Participation by staff in at least six interagency meetings. X X X X
Provide an up to date Community Page on Council’s website. - - - -
1. Community page updated and audited at six month intervals to ensure currency. X X X X
CC9 Ensure that community safety initiatives and measures are well planned and delivered.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP4.2 Council supports Support the initiatives of Forbes Neighbourhood community safety Watch and the Forbes Domestic Violence - - - - initiatives. Committee.
1. Attend at least four community safety X X X- X themed committee meetings per annum.
Review Council’s CCTV network in the CBD. X - - -
Maintain Council’s CCTV network in the CBD by Progressive upgrade of CCTV network as per - X X X 2017-2018 maintenance schedule.
SP4.3 Participate in the Develop an approved Road Safety Action Plan Forbes/Parkes/Lachlan 2017-2020. X - - - Road safety program. Implement the initiatives of the Road Safety Action Plan 2017-2020. - X X X
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DIRECTION 2 – LOCAL ECONOMY
Our local economy is strong, innovative and sustainable, providing diverse local employment opportunities and ease of access to goods and services.
STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE THIS GOAL
LE1 Identify and address barriers to the sustainability and growth of local agriculture.
LE2 Support economic growth and expansion across the Shire through improvement of local public and private infrastructure and the allocation of land for commercial and industrial uses.
LE3 Foster and support the sourcing of local skilled and unskilled labour by public and private sector employers.
LE4 Implement water security measures and support water storage projects to ensure dependable water supplies for local agriculture and the Shire.
LE5 Ensure the long term viability and growth of our regional livestock exchange.
LE6 Ensure that public and private sector entities and business work co-operatively to strengthen and expand the Shire’s economic base.
LE7 Promote the Shire as an ideal location for investment and the establishment of innovative, sustainable businesses and light industry.
LE8 Define and promote a ‘point of difference’ and ‘brand’ as a basis to promote the Shire.
LE9 Identify and promote local tourism opportunities and related services. . LE10 Foster an ethic in community spending to first “try local” when purchasing goods and services.
LE11 Promote and support the adoption of online capabilities by local retail businesses and service providers.
LE12 Leverage the Parkes intermodal hub and Inland Rail projects to foster economic growth within the Shire.
LE13 Provide support to local ‘value-add’ industries and foster their expansion within the Shire.
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LE1 Identify and address barriers to the sustainability and growth of local agriculture.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED1.1 Use the Central West Implement a targeted agribusiness promotional - - - - Regional Plan to develop program. relevant initiatives that stimulate interest in Forbes 1. Work with surrounding councils and Centroc as an agribusiness hub for to deliver outcomes of the RDA Central Central NSW. West regional plan for agribusiness X X X X including for issues such as new processors and for water security.
Develop an investment strategy supporting new - - - - agribusiness in Forbes.
1. Work with surrounding councils and Centroc to deliver outcomes of the RDA Central West regional plan for agribusiness X X X X including for issues such as new processors and for water security.
ED1.3 Identify barriers to Engage with other stakeholders to reduce - - - - agricultural operations, agricultural operation barriers. processing and storage facilities and seek solutions 1. Initiate at least three contacts with Local with government Members to lobby to reduce agricultural X X X X stakeholders. operation barriers.
2. Initiate a least three contacts with State and Federal Government departments to reduce X X X X agricultural operation barriers.
3. Attend the quarterly meeting with the Centroc Economic Development forum. X X X X
LE2 Support economic growth and expansion across the Shire through improvement of local public and private infrastructure and the allocation of land for commercial and industrial uses.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED2.1 Development and Implement a promotional program for local - - - - implementation of a industrial estates. business attraction program for Forbes industrial areas. 1. Develop targeted promotional plan including brochures, prospectus, web content and X X X - distribute to relevant stakeholders.
2. Brochures developed. - - X X
3. Web content ongoing and part of new X X X X website upgrade.
ED2.4 Partner with local Implement an Asia-Pacific market awareness businesses to broaden raising program. - - - - market opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region for local 1. Work with surrounding councils and Centroc products through high to deliver outcomes of the RDA Central technology, improved freight West regional plan for Agribusiness X X X X and co-operate with other including program to increase Asia-Pacific Local Government areas. market awareness.
ED3.1 Progress the sale of blocks Maintain a promotional program for land available - - - - and development of land in at the industrial estates. the Homemakers Centre and Landrace estates. 1. Continue to work with potential developers to further develop the Forbes Homemaker X X X X Centre.
2. Maintain communication with developers to X X X X progress current pending sales.
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LE3 Foster and support the sourcing of local skilled and unskilled labour by public and private sector employees.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED5.5 Foster a skills development Implement an awareness raising program of skill - - - - program. development provided in the Forbes Shire.
1. Undertake a skills and demand assessment X X X - for the Forbes Shire.
2. Develop a business case based on assessment and consultation with Business - X X - Chamber and other stakeholders.
3. Seek grant funding to implement business - - X X case.
LE4 Implement water security measures and support water storage projects to ensure dependable water supplied for local agriculture and the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
Strategy addressed as part of LE1 (ED1.1).
LE5 Ensure the long term viability and growth of our regional livestock exchange.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED1.2 Efficient commercial Implement the Central West Livestock Exchange X X X X management of Central Operational Plan to budget. West Livestock Exchange. Investigate future opportunities for market growth for Central West Livestock Exchange. X X X X
ED1.4 Influence the protection and Undertake Industry profiling and gap analysis of - - - - enhancement of the local agricultural sector. agricultural supply chain to increase economic output 1. Six monthly reports from REMPLAN including consultation with Industry groups and sustain employment in X X X X the Shire. and relevant State Government organisations.
Engage with other stakeholders to increase - - - - agricultural supply chain protections.
1. Initiate at least three contacts with Local Members to lobby for increased agricultural X X X X supply chain protections.
2. Initiate at least three contacts with State and Federal Government departments to X X X X increase agricultural supply chain protections.
3. Attend the quarterly meeting with the Centroc X X X X Economic Development forum.
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LE6 Ensure that public and private sector entities and business work co-operatively to strengthen and expand the Shire’s economic base.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED2.5 Engage and support mining Engage with Evolution and Northparkes Mines on - - - - companies and businesses a regular basis. supporting the mining industry to continue to 1. Meet with Evolution and Northparkes Mines X X X X prosper in the region. twice per year with Grants Officer.
ED3.3 Promote diverse retail and Implement a promotional program for the retail - - - - commercial opportunities. strip.
1. Engage with the Office of Small Business to develop strategies including campaigns to activate the CBD through cultural activity in X X X X collaboration with the Business Chamber. (Also refer to ED2.1)
2. Develop strategy and implement at last one X X X X element of the promotional program.
ED6.6 Build data and analysis of Maintain economic and statistical databases and - - - - business and industry in the share with local business and service providers. Forbes Shire. 1. Utilise REMPLAN and other data to deliver X X X X reporting to Council.
LE7 Promote the Shire as an ideal location for investment and the establishment of innovative, sustainable businesses and light industry.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED2.2 Promotion of Forbes as a Engage with the Office of Small Business location for light Commissioner to create programs for locating - - - - manufacturing wholesale new business in Forbes. and retail businesses to 1. Meet with the Office of Small Business diversify the industries and X X X X stimulate employment Commissioner on six monthly basis. growth. 2. Host annual visit from Small Biz Bus. X X X X
ED2.3 Progress the sale and Implement a sales strategy for the Central West - - - - development of blocks of Industrial Park. land in the Central West Industrial Park estate. 1. Develop targeted sales strategy plan including brochures, prospectus, web X X X - content and distribute to relevant stakeholders.
2. Brochures developed. - - X X
3. Web content ongoing and part of new X X X X website upgrade.
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LE8 Define and promote a ‘point of difference’ and ‘brand’ as a basis to promote the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED4.1 Implement actions of the 1. Adopt the Forbes Tourism 2021 Plan. - - X - Forbes Tourism 2021 Plan. Develop an evaluation plan for visitor numbers and X X X - demographics including residents.
1. Implement evaluation plan. - - X X
Develop a Forbes Tourism Strategic Plan aligned with State and Federal Government priorities and X X - - including the outcomes of the evaluation report.
1. Implement the Forbes Tourism Strategic - - X X Plan.
ED4.4 Increase visitation to the Implement a branding campaign for “amazing - - - - Forbes Shire through Forbes”. branding of “amazing Forbes” as a destination. 1. Develop corporate brand guidelines. X X - -
2. Develop a brand and merchandise strategy X X X - for Tourism and Council operations.
3. Rebrand visitor brochures and roll out - - X X advertising and marketing schedule.
ED4.6 Provide promotion and Support tourism service providers with the Official X X X X resources for tourism Visitor Guide and website promotion. service providers. Revise Visitor Guide in line with branding strategy. X X - -
Print and distribute Visitor Guide. - - X X
LE9 Identify and promote local tourism opportunities and related services.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED4.2 Provision of a seven day a Develop a Visitor Information Operational Plan in week professional consultation with relevant stakeholders to X X X - information service for the maximise the level of customer service – including benefit of residents and face to face and online options. visitors. 1. Implement the Visitor Information - - X X Operational Plan.
ED4.7 Provide promotion and Promote an active program of participation in, and - - - - support for major events. promotion of, major events.
1. Work with organisers of major events to provide tourism and marketing expertise on X X X X an ongoing basis.
2. Support two major events (taking into consideration the events that have worked X X X X well in the past).
Measure event success, analysis and report - - - - results.
1. Undertake evaluation and reporting of each X X X X event supported by Council.
ED6.3 Contribute to regional Participate in regional tourism initiatives and major - - - - tourism initiatives and major events in the Central West. events in the Central West. 1. Maintain membership and attend quarterly X X X X meetings of Central NSW Tourism.
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LE10 Foster an ethic in community spending to first “try local” when purchasing goods and services.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED3.2 Partner with, and provide Engage with the Forbes Shire business - - opportunities to support community. local business. 1. Undertake two networking and planning events for the business community (including tourism operators, market operators and micro businesses) annually, X - X - incorporating contractor requirements and strategy development for issues including extended opening hours to capitalise on tourism opportunities.
Council representative to actively participate in X X X X the Forbes Business Chamber.
LE11 Promote and support the adoption of online capabilities by local retail businesses and service providers.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED5.3 Provide a subsidised Investigate and create a new subsidised - - - - Innovations Centre to office/retail space for new enterprises. encourage new digital/creative industries. 1. Develop a business case based on feedback received at consultation meetings with X X X - Business Chamber and other stakeholders.
2. Seek grant funding to implement business - X X X case.
ED5.4 Provide opportunities to Lobby Federal Government and other enhance people’s and stakeholders to improving NBN and other digital business’s access to services in the Shire. X X X X internet service throughout the Shire.
LE12 Leverage the Parkes intermodal hub and Inland Rail projects to foster economic growth within the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED6.2 Support and value-add to Contribute the Forbes perspectives to regional - - - - regional strengths, for meetings and forums. example: Parkes Regional Airport and Central West 1. Participate in meetings and forums with Livestock Exchange. councils, government organisations, Centroc and other stakeholders to deliver outcomes X X X X of the RDA Central West regional plan with a focus on the Forbes perspectives.
2. Attend at least two collaborative working group meetings with Parkes Shire Council to X X X X undertake joint initiatives and events, conferences and grant applications.
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LE13 Provide support to local ‘value-add’ industries and foster their expansion within the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED3.5 Sales of available land stock Complete land sales for Stage 1 precinct X X X - at Forbes Aerodrome development. facility. Undertake staged implementation of Aerodrome X X X X Management Plan.
ED4.3 Encourage and support the Engage with and support accommodation - - - - improvement of visitor providers. accommodation in the 1. Meet and consult with accommodation Forbes Shire. X X X X providers four times per year.
ED6.5 Support local business with Review and implement Council policies for the - - - - improvements in support of new employment in the Shire. infrastructure, training, 1. Undertake review of Business Development workforce skills and X X X X technology. Incentives Policy.
2. Implement Business Development Incentives X X X X Policy into operational controls.
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DIRECTION 3 – NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
The good health of our natural environment and biodiversity is valued, protected and enhanced.
STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE THIS GOAL
NE1 Provide education and other programs to support the protection and enhancement of biodiversity, responsible land management and sustainable agricultural practices.
NE2 Promote and support local and regional programs and innovation in areas of waste reduction and recycling.
NE3 Foster a strong sense of collective responsibility across agencies, community groups and individuals, for the preservation and enhancement of our natural environment.
NE4 Ensure that local and state planning policies and processes address the protection and enhancement of our natural environment and biodiversity.
NE5 Maintain the health of our road reserves as an important aspect of our natural environment.
NE6 Identify and address issues surrounding climate change and natural disasters and their short and long term impacts.
NE7 Identify and develop appropriate sustainable energy supply options, such as wind and solar power generation.
NE8 Ensure that natural water resources remain clean and healthy and secure, and that supplies are allocated equitably.
NE9 Minimise the impact of weeds and pest animals on the natural environment.
NE10 Ensure that appropriate regulatory and enforcement agencies are proactively involved in addressing and managing environmental issues.
NE11 Adopt a regional approach to the management of our natural environment.
NE12 Rehabilitate areas of contaminated land across the Shire with native vegetation.
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NE1 Provide education and other programs to support the protection and enhancement of biodiversity, responsible land management and sustainable agricultural practices.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E1.4 Foster learning about and Partner in environmental education programs provided celebrate the Shire’s by organisations such as Central West Local Land - - - - natural resources. Services, Landcare and Environment and Waterways Alliance.
1. Attend Landcare and Environment and Waterways meetings and participate in Central West Local X X X X Land Services regional initiatives.
NE2 Promote and support local and regional programs and innovation in areas of waste reduction and recycling.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E3.1 Implement the Rural Undertake upgrade works at rural landfills and Landfill Plan. consolidate surplus sites. - - - -
1. Close Wirrinya and Warroo landfills, upgrade and limit access to Bedgerabong, Ootha and Garema X - - - landfills.
Implement expansion plan for the Daroobalgie Landfill - - - - site.
1. Secure land for the expansion of Daroobalgie X - - - Landfill.
2. Undertake preparations for the expansion of - X X - Daroobalgie Landfill.
E3.2 Waste minimisation Actively participate in Netwaste initiatives. X X X X and re-use framework. Maximise diversion of waste from the kerbside - - - - collection program.
1. Provide a kerbside waste service that encourages X X X X diversion of household waste.
Provide opportunities for diversion of waste from - - - - landfill.
1. Provide opportunities for the diversion or reuse of X X X X waste from Daroobalgie Landfill.
NE3 Foster a strong sense of collective responsibility across agencies, community groups and individuals, for the preservation and enhancement of our natural environment.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
Strategy addressed as part of IS6 - (E1.1).
NE4 Ensure that local and state planning policies and processes address the protection and enhancement of our natural environment and biodiversity.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E1.2 Implement the concept plan Complete staged development of Forbes Wetlands - - - - for Forbes Wetlands (Gum using grant funds. Swamp and Bird Hide). 1. Finalise the Forbes Wetlands Master Plan for adoption by Central West Local Land Services X X X - and Council.
2. Seek grant funding for commencement of X X X X staged plan.
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NE5 Maintain the health of our road reserves as an important aspect of our natural environment.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
I4.3 Crown Land and Reserves Provide management plan for Crown Lands under - - - - management. Council control.
1. Develop management plan for Crown Land X X X under Council control.
2. Implement actions from Management Plan for - - X X Crown Lands under Council control.
NE6 Identify and address issues surrounding climate change and natural disasters and their short and long term impacts.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
Strategy addressed as part of NE10 (E1.5).
NE7 Identify and develop appropriate sustainable energy supply options, such as wind and solar power generation.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E1.3 Reduce energy Develop an education program to assist the - - - - consumption through the community in reducing energy consumption. implementation of plans to 1. Provide tips for reducing energy consumption replace grid power with X X X X alternative energy in Council’s quarterly newsletters. technologies. 2. Provide information on webpage on how X X X X residents can reduce energy consumption
Develop a Council energy consumption reduction - - - - plan.
1. Develop a plan that identifies areas where X X - - Council can reduce energy consumption.
2. Implement the plan to reduce Council’s energy - - X X consumption.
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NE8 Ensure that natural water resources remain clean and healthy and secure, and that supplies are allocated equitably.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
I2.1 Manage water assets in Implement the Water Treatment Works Operational line with best practice Plan and upgrade Drinking Water Management - - - - standards. System.
1. Complete monthly review of operational X X X X water monitoring.
2. Complete annual review of drinking water X X X X quality.
3. Implement actions of Drinking Water System X X X X Improvement Plan.
Maintain water supply to Forbes township. Plan for 100% compliance of ADWQ compliance with X X X X chemical and microbiological monitoring.
Maintain a water supply to Ootha village. Ongoing monitoring of system and routine maintenance and X X X X repairs to ensure water is available.
Maintain a water supply for Forbes parks and gardens. Undertake maintenance and repairs to X X X X ensure water is available.
Foster and promote sustainable water management in the community by applying user pay in line with Office of Water Guidelines. Providing weekly water saving tips and usage details on quarterly water accounts, being a member of Smart Watermark X X X X and providing residence access to water saving information participating in water wise initiatives such as water week and other water saving initiatives.
NE9 Minimise the impact of weeds and pest animals on the natural environment.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E4.4 Stray animals and illegally Undertake regular patrols to encourage a reduction kept animals are not in the incidence of straying animals. X X X X allowed to become a nuisance to the community. Provide a facility, including short term accommodation, for the keeping of companion X X X X animals and straying stock.
1. Maintain the Parkes Road pound facility until it X X X - is decommissioned.
2. Build and make operational the Landrace X X X X Estate pound facility
NE10 Ensure that appropriate regulatory and enforcement agencies are proactively involved in addressing and managing environmental issues.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E1.5 Manage environmental Improve knowledge and understanding of opportunities and environmental issues facing the region. - - - - challenges. 1. Provide six monthly media releases on environmental issues. X X X X
Develop, implement and support environmental - - - - management programs.
1. Attend Landcare and Environment and Waterways meetings and participate in X X X X Central West Local Land Services regional initiatives.
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NE11 Adopt a regional approach to the management of our natural environment.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
Strategy addressed as part of NE1 (E1.4).
NE12 Rehabilitate areas of contaminated land across the Shire with native vegetation.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E4.5 Manage a program of Undertake inspections of rural properties to identify weeds reduction. the existence of noxious weeds, advise and monitor X X X X for weed control.
Undertake weed infestation inspections on Council and State controlled land and undertake eradication X X X X measures.
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DIRECTION 4 – RURAL AND URBAN LANDUSE
Our rural and urban land uses are carefully planned and managed to acknowledge the importance of local agriculture and accommodate growth, diversity and amenity in our town and villages.
STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE THIS GOAL
RU1 Ensure that strategic land use planning for the Shire acknowledges the importance of our rural character and agricultural activities.
RU2 Develop appropriate landuse planning measures that facilitate diversity and choice in housing and in rural and urban living.
RU3 Provide education, information and incentives that support the preservation of local heritage and where appropriate, foster inclusion of heritage elements into new developments.
RU4 Ensure that issues of amenity and access are addressed and accounted for in local urban design and planning.
RU5 Develop a co-operative approach between government agencies and landholders to identify and preserve prime agricultural land.
RU6 Ensure that there is adequate land supply and subdivisions to accommodate future population growth and facilitate commercial and industrial expansion.
RU7 Ensure that Council’s development application and assessment processes are clear, efficient and customer-focused.
RU8 Facilitate the development of subdivisions to support ageing-in-place for elderly people.
RU9 Develop and implement measures to enhance urban streetscapes and town entrances throughout our town and villages.
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RU1 Ensure that strategic land use planning for the Shire acknowledges the importance of our rural character and agricultural activities.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E2.3 Sustainable land use, Provide a development application pre-lodgement X X X X planning and development service.
Finalise the Floodplain Management Plan and - - - - implement the recommendations.
1. Draft Floodplain Risk Management Study and X X X - Plan on public exhibition.
2. Adopt Floodplain Risk Management Study - - X - and Plan
RU2 Develop appropriate landuse planning measures that facilitate diversity and choice in housing and in rural and urban living.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP2.8 Maintain a current housing Develop strategy to support supply of affordable, strategy to support a range accessible and adaptable housing X X X X of affordable, accessible and adaptable housing to Identify and facilitate suitable land for residential suit the needs of the development by Council and other stakeholders. X X X X community.
RU3 Provide education, information and incentives that support the preservation of local heritage and where appropriate, foster inclusion of heritage elements into new developments.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E2.2 Stimulate the conservation Maintain a Heritage Advisory Service. - - - - of important heritage assets of Forbes Shire. 1. Engage the services of a Heritage Advisor. X X X X
Provide a Local Heritage Assistance Fund to - - - - support the conservation of local heritage items.
1. Promote the opportunities of the Forbes Local X X X X Heritage Fund.
RU4 Ensure that issues of amenity and access are addressed and accounted for in local urban design and planning.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
I1.3 Improve accessibility of Deliver a staged program of accessibility streets and buildings for the improvements to the township road network. X X X X mobility impaired.
RU5 Develop a co-operative approach between government agencies and landholders to identify and preserve prime agricultural land.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
Strategy addressed as part of LE5 (ED1.4).
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RU6 Ensure that there is adequate land supply and subdivisions to accommodate future population growth and facilitate commercial and industrial expansion.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED6.4 Ensure there is an Plan for future housing needs in the Forbes - - - - adequate supply of housing township. to stimulate growth in population. 1. In conjunction with other stakeholders, identify and promote vacant land suitable for housing X X X X developments in and around Forbes. (Also refer to SP2.8).
2. In conjunction with other stakeholder, utilise economic profile reports to identify suitable X X X X locations.
RU7 Ensure that Council’s development application and assessment processes are clear, efficient and customer-focused.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E4.1 Conduct principal certifying Undertake mandatory inspections as required by authority functions in the legislation and issue construction certificates, - - - - Shire. complying development certificates, occupation certificates and subdivision certificates.
1. Facilitate staff accreditation with the Building X X X X Professionals Board.
E4.2 Ensure best practice Undertake periodic review of Council’s planning X - X - planning controls and policies. building compliance. Develop a Section 7.12 Contributions Plan X - - - (Formerly 94A).
Review the Forbes Development Control Plan. X X X -
Undertake formal in house staff training of X - X - interpretation of planning policies.
E4.3 Ensure best practice public Implement a food safety program in accordance with - - - - and environmental health the NSW Food Authority. controls. 1. Participate in the Scores On Doors program. X X X X
2. Undertake annual food premises inspection X X X X program.
Act on complaints received in relation to pollution - - - - and public health.
1. Staff undertake Authorised Officer training for Protection for the Environment Operations Act X X X X 1997.
RU8 Facilitate the development of subdivisions to support ageing-in-place for elderly people.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
Strategy addressed as part of RU2 (SP2.8).
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RU9 Develop and implement measures to enhance urban streetscapes and town entrances throughout our town and villages.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
E2.1 Implement a plan for the Create a master plan for the Forbes CBD - - - - improvement, beautification and revitalisation of the 1. Develop working group comprising Council X - - - Forbes CBD. and Chamber of Commerce Representatives.
2. Appoint a consultant to develop a masterplan for the Forbes CBD X X - -
3. Implement the actions of Master Plan for the - X X X Forbes CBD.
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DIRECTION 5 – INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES
Our Shire is supported by high quality, reliable infrastructure and services that meet the needs of our communities and connects us locally, regionally and nationally.
STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE THIS GOAL
IS1 Ensure that community assets and public infrastructure including roads and bridges, public buildings, parks and sporting facilities are well maintained.
IS2 Prioritise projects to ensure the Newell Highway remains open and passable during flood events in conjunction with the Newell Highway taskforce.
IS3 Ensure that planning by levels of government for the provision of public infrastructure and services reflects the needs of our growing and changing population.
IS4 Adopt a co-operative approach, involving public and private sector agencies, to ensure that health, medical, education, community and public safety services are well planned and resourced to meet the long term needs of the Shire.
IS5 Develop multi-agency collaboration to facilitate the establishment of local tertiary education facilities and services.
IS6 Develop the lake precinct via the Lake Forbes Activation Plan to address local resident recreational and social needs and provide a focus for tourism.
IS7 Support State and Federal government undertakings to ensure flood mitigation and water security for the Shire.
IS8 Ensure that communities across the Shire have local access to public and community transport options connecting the Shire locally, regionally and nationally, including the continuation of lobbying for the upgrade of Bells Line of road to Highway status.
IS9 Ensure that local roads are optimised to allow for better freight movement to farms and distribution points.
IS10 Develop initiatives to attract and retain local health and education services and professionals.
IS11 Identify and plan for the long term needs of communities within the Shire in the provision of major indoor and outdoor sporting, recreational infrastructure such as swimming pools and multi-purpose facilities.
IS12 Identify and plan for the long terms needs of Forbes communities in terms of urban water supply and stormwater management.
IS13 Ensure an equitable and progressive approach to the provision of telecommunications services and infrastructure across the Shire.
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IS1 Ensure that community assets and public infrastructure including roads and bridges, public buildings, parks and sporting facilities are well maintained.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP3.11 Parks and gardens are Review the Parks and Gardens Management Plan. maintained and enhanced. (Refer to E1.1) X X X -
Implement the actions of Parks and Gardens - - X X Management Plan.
I1.2 Maintenance of local, Develop and implement an annual works program regional and state roads for routine and programmed maintenance for local - - - - and bridges in line with and regional roads and bridges. Council’s Asset Management Plan. 1. Minimum 20kms of gravel resheeting. X X X X
2. Minimum of 14,000m2 of resealing. X X X X
3. Minimum 6,000m2 heavy patching. X X X X
Deliver within budget the minimum service levels identified for roads and bridges in Council’s Asset X X X X Management Plan.
Deliver annual road RMS contract works to a standard that consistently meets the contract X X X X requirements.
I1.4 Provide and maintain Carry out routine and programmed maintenance for - - - - footpaths, cycle ways and footpaths, cycle ways and kerb and guttering. kerb and guttering. 1. Conduct rolling program of kerb and gutter X X X X Replace 400m of kerb gutter replacement.
2. Identify and program works for high priority X X X X footpath renewal.
I3.2 Efficiently manage and Develop and implement a programmed maintain Council’s maintenance schedule for Council’s administration X X X X buildings and special and other operational buildings within budget. purpose facilities. Undertake maintenance at the Central West X X X X Livestock Exchange within budget.
Complete capital improvements to Central West Livestock Exchange within business requirements X X X X and budget.
Undertake maintenance at the Forbes X X X X Homemakers Centre within budget.
I3.5 Forbes cemetery is Implement actions of Forbes Cemetery Plan and X X X X managed and maintained. works undertaken to within budget.
I4.2 Ensure public places are Review the Open Spaces Strategy in conjunction X - - - clean and well maintained. with Open Spaces Asset Management Plan.
1. Develop and implement a forward works plans for construction or upgrade of public toilet X - - - facility each year.
2. Implement actions from the forward works - X X X plans.
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IS2 Prioritise projects to ensure the Newell Highway remains open and passable during flood events in conjunction with the Newell Highway taskforce.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
I1.1 Support activities that Develop a cooperative approach with the RMS and ensure the Newell Highway Newell Highway Taskforce to address the flood remains open at all times. impact on the Newell Highway through the support - - - - and attendance of the Newell Highway Taskforce Meetings.
1. Maintain advocacy and prepare for Newell X X X X Highway enhancement.
IS3 Ensure that planning by levels of government for the provision of public infrastructure and services reflects the needs of our growing and changing population.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
Strategy addressed as part of RU7 (ED6.4).
IS4 Adopt a co-operative approach, involving public and private sector agencies, to ensure that that health, medical, education, community and public safety services are well planned and resourced to meet the long term needs of the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP3.2 Support the continuity of Foster relationships with all local medical providers. health services from the X X X X public and private sector.
SP3.3 Influence the maintenance Liaise with health providers at least annually. X X X X of existing levels of health, emergency and wellbeing Provide LEMO Officer to local emergency events. X X X X services in Forbes. Attend LEMC and SEMC meetings and provide X X X X emergency operations centre as needed.
SP3.9 Increase awareness and Council works with education organisations to participation in education. support skills focused groups and training X X X X opportunities within the Forbes Shire.
SP4.1 Lobby for a greater police Engage with Lachlan Local Area Command Police presence in Forbes. through regular meetings. X X X X
Lobby 24 hour policing from Thursday to Sunday. X X X X
Lobby for a timely response to incidents. X X X X
Seek Police presence at key public events. - - - -
1. Police approached for presence at two major X X X X events.
LG4.2 Partner with providers of Implement and maintain a specific community and emergency services to stakeholder engagement plan for emergency X X X X ensure an appropriate level situations. of response to community emergencies. Maintain ongoing support for the Local Emergency Management Centre. X X X X
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IS5 Develop multi-agency collaboration to facilitate the establishment of local tertiary education facilities and services.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED5.1 Raise community Regular engagement with TAFE and partner with - - - - awareness of TAFE their promotion. programs and the importance of Forbes 1. Initiate a least two contacts with TAFE TAFE. hierarchy, State and Federal Government departments, Local Members and other X X X X stakeholders to maintain presence of TAFE in Forbes Shire.
Establish a communication plan to raise/increase community awareness of TAFE programs and the - - - - importance of Forbes TAFE to the region.
1. Develop a communication plan to raise/increase community awareness of TAFE X X X - programs and the importance of Forbes TAFE to the region.
2. Implement the actions of communication plan. - - X X
IS6 Develop the lake precinct via the Lake Forbes Activation Plan to address local resident recreational and social needs and provide a focus for tourism.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP3.10 Manage and sustain the Review the Lake Forbes Activation Plan. X X X - environs of Lake Forbes to (Also refer to E1.1) provide a beautiful public Implement the actions of Lake Forbes Activation amenity. - - X X Plan.
ED4.8 Develop opportunities for Engage new providers and subsidise start-up X X X X further recreational operations. activities on Lake Forbes, Aquatic Area and Lachlan Develop a business case for supply of aquatic River recreational activities including river tours and X X - - paddle boats (including infrastructure requirements).
1 Apply for grants for supply of aquatic - - X X recreational activities.
E1.1 Ensure the conservation of Establish a Lake Forbes Biodiversity Walk. - - - - the natural beauty and ecology of the shire for 1. Develop a Lake Forbes Biodiversity Walk X X X - future generations and are attractions for visitors. 2. Implement a Lake Forbes Biodiversity Walk - X X -
3. Develop a landscape plan for the area between Bundaburrah crossing and X X X X Chinaman’s Bridge.
Monitor and support the Lake Forbes Activation Plan. - - - -
1. Undertake a review of the Lake Forbes X X X - Activation Plan.
2. Implement the actions of Lake Forbes - - X X Activation Plan.
IS7 Support State and Federal government undertakings to ensure flood mitigation and water security for the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
Strategy addressed as part of LE1 (ED1.1).
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IS8 Ensure that communities across the Shire have local access to public and community transport options connecting the Shire locally, regionally and nationally, including the continuation of lobbying for the upgrade of Bells Line of road to Highway status.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP1.2 Enhance public transport Actively liaise and coordinate with public transport options throughout the providers to ensure improved public transport - - - - Shire. services.
1. Hold one meeting with public transport X X X X providers.
Undertake strategic public bus route planning for - - - - the Forbes Shire.
1. Needs identified, hold meeting with bus X X X X company(s).
Lobby and apply for grant funding to gain a wheel- - - - - chair accessible taxi in Forbes.
1. Hold meeting with taxi company(s) and apply X X X X for one grant.
IS9 Ensure that local roads are optimised to allow for better freight movement to farms and distribution points.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED3.4 Create opportunities for Lobby Government for improved freight corridors. - - - - warehousing, freight and distribution to Eastern 1. Ongoing participation In Parkes Logistics Hub Seaboard ports/airports. X X X X meetings
2. Participate in the Newell Highway Taskforce X X X X
3. Initiate a least three contacts with State and Federal Government departments, Local X X X X Members and other stakeholders to lobby for improved freight corridors.
IS10 Develop initiatives to attract and retain local health and education services and professionals.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP3.1 Develop options for the Undertake Business Case and Management support of visiting students Strategy for the Jemalong Regional Education X X X - and professionals. Centre Operational Plan.
Implement Business Case and Management Strategy for the Jemalong Regional Education - - X X Centre Operational Plan.
Continue the contract for the Jemalong Regional Education Centre Cleaning and Administrative X X X X Officer to service interim needs
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IS11 Identify and plan for the long term needs of communities within the Shire in the provision of major indoor and outdoor sporting, recreational infrastructure such as swimming pools and multi-purpose facilities.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP3.6 Ensure the Forbes Olympic Implement the Pool Operation Plan. - - - - Pool is accessible for, and provides benefits to, the 1. Learn to Swim lessons available at the pool for the community, attendance maintained above whole community. X X X X 20,000 per annum, disabled hoist maintained and available for use at all times.
I4.1 Provide and maintain a Develop and implement a Sports and Recreation - - - - range of community Management Plan. recreation facilities. 1. Develop a Sports and Recreation Management X X X - Plan.
2. Implement actions from Sports and Recreation - - X X Management Plan
IS12 Identify and plan for the long terms needs of Forbes communities in terms of urban water supply and stormwater management
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
I2.2 Manage sewer assets in Complete annual capital works program on water X X X X line with best practice assets. standards. Implement the Sewer Treatment Works Operational X X X X Plan. Plan for 100% compliance of EPA.
Maintain the systems to efficiently operate Forbes town sewer. Complete annual capital works X X X X program on sewer assets.
I2.3 Manage stormwater in line Maintain including annual inspection of storm water with agreed priorities. infrastructure and complete annual capital works X X X X program.
IS13 Ensure an equitable and progressive approach to the provision of telecommunications services and infrastructure across the Shire
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP2.7 Facilitate access to new Engage with relevant stakeholders and communication networks in Government to lobby for new communication X X X X Australia’s digital economy. networks.
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DIRECTION 6 – GOVERNMENT AND REPRESENTATION We are supported by strong and ethical civic leadership at all levels and activities of government within the Shire are conducted in an open, transparent and inclusive manner.
STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE THIS GOAL
GR1 Ensure open, accountable and inclusive decision-making processes in government and private sector entities at all levels where decisions have potential to impact local communities.
GR2 Conduct broad and effective communication and engagement with local communities and other stakeholders across the Shire.
GR3 Provide appropriate funding and services to ensure the broad needs of local communities are met.
GR4 Adopt practices of prudent asset, financial and human resource management across Council to ensure long-term sustainability and efficiency.
GR5 Identify and adopt strategies to attract, retain and support highly skilled and qualified staff in public agencies within the Shire.
GR6 Ensure local operations and projects undertaken by public agencies are in accord with adopted plans and strategies for the Shire and/or the region.
GR7 Adopt a regional outlook and seek opportunities for co-operation and shared initiatives with other government entities, the private sector, neighbouring councils, the Joint Organisation and other agencies.
GR8 Council advocates strongly for the needs and interests of local communities in dealings with public and private sector entities.
GR9 Encourage and support high levels of resilience, self-reliance, capacity-building and co-operation amongst local communities and community groups.
GR10 Council proactively manages risks to the organisation and community in accordance with statutory requirements.
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GR1 Ensure open, accountable and inclusive decision-making processes in government and private sector entities at all levels where decisions have potential to impact local communities.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
LG1.2 Develop and implement full Implement an approved procurement framework. - - - - procurement framework resulting in streamlined 1. Review, develop and implement and processes, improved procurement framework including contractor X X X X probity and savings on management. procured items. Continue to work with Centroc programs that enhance Council’s efficiency including the Mid - - - - Lachlan Alliance project.
1. Perform governance role in Mid Lachlan X X X - Alliance project.
Align strategic planning and processes to Council’s Long Term Financial Plan. - - - -
1. Implement and align procurement systems in X X X X WHS Monitor to interface with Authority.
LG2.1 Provide leadership through Ensure elected members are adequately resourced - - - - ethical, accountable and to enable effective representation. legislative decision-making processes. 1. Complete Councillor Budget briefing. X X X X
2. Deliver Council’s annual budget process including audited financial statements, X X X X community consultation and management of internal processes
Continuously improve governance around decision- - - - - making.
1. Implement regular monthly financial reporting across Council departments for inclusion X X X X (where appropriate) in Manex and Council reports.
2. Undertake Office of Local Government’s - X X X Promoting Better Practice internal audit.
Ensure Council’s policies and procedures meet the X X X X current statutory and regulatory environments.
LG4.3 Provide opportunities for Maintain resources to continuously improve the community to contribute communications between community members and - - - - to Council’s decision Council so the community is kept informed and has making and be informed of options to contribute. Council’s activities. 1. Review, develop and implement community engagement tools including communications X X X - plans utilising social media, surveys and public interaction.
Ensure that Council’s Section 355 Committees, focus groups and advisory bodies are relevant and X X X X provide appropriate community involvement.
1. Feedback received from each meeting X X X X collated and distributed to relevant units.
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GR2 Conduct broad and effective communication and engagement with local communities and other stakeholders across the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
LG2.3 Community participation in Develop Council’s community participation and X X X - the Community Strategic feedback framework. Plan is reflected in Implement recommendations from management Council’s budget. X X X X report.
Support the financial audit by Council’s external X X X X auditor.
LG4.1 Engage with outlying Develop and implement Village Engagement Plan residents. that reflects and meets the spread and remoteness X X X - of the Shire’s population.
LG4.4 Ensure a coordinated and Implement and validate an external - - - - multi-faceted approach to communications plan. all of Council communications with the 1. Communications Project Plan developed. X X X - community. 2. Implement the actions of Communications - X X - Project Plan.
Provide timely and accurate updates and - - - - maintenance of Council’s official website.
1. Website page visitation climbing based on July X X X X 2017 benchmark.
Provide timely and accurate updates on Council’s - - - - intranet.
1. Intranet up and running with 75% of staff have X X X - used by end of financial year.
Improve internal customer services support, external customer service and program provision - - - - and access through improved ICT performance and governance.
1. Develop an ICT strategy for Council. X - - -
2. Implement the actions of ICT strategy for - X - - Council.
3. Continuously improve ICT governance by implementing an ICT project committee. - - X X
Provide effective, efficient and courteous customer service in accordance with Council values. - - - -
1. Review and analyse Council’s customer X X X - services interfaces.
2. Develop a customer service charter and KPIs. X X X -
3. Develop appropriate customer service X X X X feedback mechanism and report procedure.
I5.2 Continue to engage with Community survey and feedback opportunities are the community in relation to developed annually. X X X X acceptable service level for all public assets.
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GR3 Provide appropriate funding and services to ensure the broad needs of local communities are met.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
LG1.3 External grants and funding Identify and promote grant opportunities that are sourced for identified support Council’s strategic and operational - - - - projects and initiatives. priorities.
1. Incorporate grants section in Council’s X X X X monthly financial report.
LG2.2 Optimise Council revenue Ensure the most equitable allocation of rates X X X X streams and assets. across categories.
Annually review all fees and charges aimed at maximising revenues or providing cost-recovery X X X X from Council services.
Maximise long-term tenancy of Council-owned X X X X commercial premises.
GR4 Adopt practices of prudent asset, financial and human resource management across Council to ensure long-term sustainability and efficiency.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
LG1.1 Review, develop and Review Asset Management Policy that aligns with implement an Asset Council’s Community Strategic Plan, Delivery - - - - Management strategy, Program and Operational Plan. system and program and ensure its full integration 1. Complete all Asset Management audit X - X - with the Long Term recommendations. Financial Plan. 2. Incorporate long term asset and maintenance X X X X plans into Council’s Long Term Financial Plan.
3. Develop and incorporate Information Communication Technology assets into X X X X Council’s asset and risk registers.
4. Review Road and Transport Asset Management Plan that aligns with Council’s X - X - Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program and Operational Plan.
5. Implement the actions of Road and Transport - X X - Asset Management Plan.
6. Review Water, Sewerage and Stormwater Asset Management Plan that aligns with X - X - Council’s Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program and Operational Plan.
7. Implement the actions of Water, Sewerage - X X - and Stormwater Asset management Plan.
8. Review Buildings and Facilities Asset Management Plan that aligns with Council’s X - X - Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program and Operational Plan.
9. Implement the actions of Buildings and - X X - Facilities Asset Management Plan.
10. Review Open Space Asset Management Plan that aligns with Council’s Community Strategic X - X - Plan, Delivery Program and Operational Plan.
11. Implement the action of the Open Space - X X - Asset Management Plan.
12. Implement the actions of Long Term Asset - X X - Management Plan.
13. Integrate Long Term Asset Management Plan Financials into Council’s Long Term Financial X X X - Plan.
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GR4 Adopt practices of prudent asset, financial and human resource management across Council to ensure long-term sustainability and efficiency (cont…).
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
LG1.4 Embed a project Review, develop and implement framework for management culture and detailed project plans and designs and embed X X X X framework. process at part of the approval process for all future major or complex activity.
I3.3 Efficiently manage and Optimise the procurement, usage and disposal of X X X X maintain Council’s plant Council’s plant and equipment within budget. and equipment. 1. Develop long term Plant Management Plan. X X X -
2. Implement long term Plant Management Plan - X X -
3. Review long term Plant Management Plan. - - - X
I5.1 Maintain a comprehensive Monitor and review asset management framework. X X X X asset management capability framework. Undertake asset management to meet the current and future needs of the community and is reflected X X X X in the Long Term Financial Plan.
GR5 Identify and adopt strategies to attract, retain and support highly skilled and qualified staff in public agencies within the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED5.2 Enhance links to other Regular engagement with local school principals. - - - - educational institutions and attract skilled teachers to 1. Initiate at least four contacts with local school Forbes. X X - - principals.
LG3.2 Develop our people – Undertake capability skills audit and Training Needs define Council’s talent Analysis (TNA) yearly to identify current strengths and development areas across the business and - - - - design targeted programs in line with this analysis to manage talent within.
1. 100% of staff completed TNA. X X X X
2. 90% compliance with required tickets and X X X X licences within expiry period.
3. 100% of staff have a performance development X X plan (PDP) for the financial year.
Promote generation and gender diversity. - - - -
1. Run two awareness campaigns. X X X X
2. Continuous data analysis and reporting on trends compared to other Local Government X X X X Areas across the states – two update reports to Council throughout the year.
3. Attend two University forums to promote Forbes as a place to work and build a pipeline X X X X of talent for work placement and future ‘hard to fill roles’.
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GR5 Identify and adopt strategies to attract, retain and support highly skilled and qualified staff in public agencies within the Shire.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
LG3.3 Develop our people – Actively manage workforce productivity. - - - - measure Council’s talent 1. Refine pilot KPI system and renewed X X X X performance framework.
2. Implementation of Performance Management online system including regular training and X X X X monitoring.
3. 100% six monthly performance review process X X X X completed.
4. 100% of 12 monthly performance review X X X X process completed.
Undertake Workforce Management Planning. - - - -
1. Workforce Management Plan delivered on time X X X X and to high standard.
2. 100% of recruitment approvals aligned with X X X X Workforce Management Plan.
3. 10 key roles identified across the business as X X X X ‘critical and at risk’.
4. Manage FTE attrition rate by redesigning key X X X X roles as employees depart.
LG3.4 Development our people – Undertake succession planning and talent - - - - Realise Council’s talent identification.
1. Succession Plan 2019-2022 in place. X X X X
2. High talent pool identified - 10%-15% of X X X X workforce.
Under take Employee Engagement survey. - - - -
1. Delivered and accessible to 100% of staff. X - X -
2. Completion rate of at least 60%. X - X -
3. Delivery of pulse survey to check progress of X X goals.
Develop and implement Leadership Development - - - - Program (LDP).
1. Identify top 12 leaders in the business to undertake a LDP – co-designed by Manager - - X X People and Strategy and delivered by external consultant over 6-12 month period.
2. 100% completion by those nominated. X X X -
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GR6 Ensure local operations and projects undertaken by public agencies are in accord with adopted plans and strategies for the Shire and/or the region.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
LG3.5 Leverage systems and new Consolidate existing people data and identify technology to monitor and gaps in data. Benchmark all areas of Council’s innovate in our people performance, people and systems on a yearly X X X - development. basis against industry trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives based on objective data within and outside industry.
Implement LG Professionals ‘Performance - - - - Excellence Program’
1. 100% required data provision to LG X - - - Professionals.
2. Report received and reviewed with recommendations put forward for 2018/19 X X - - financial year.
Utilise data to benchmark with external Local - - - - Government Areas (LGAs).
1. Conduct a functional review of all Council activities against the benchmark data and X X - - design alignment program where necessary.
Implement Strategic Performance Management, Learning Management and On boarding Module to support operational, organisation and X - - - individual staff performance targets.
Monitor, review and report on HR trends both X X X X internally and externally.
Implement HR Performance Management Online - - - - System.
1. Implementation and on-boarding with Stage 1 use of system for all performance reviews X - - - (Supervisors and Management).
2. 100% of employees using online system (all X X - - employees).
3. Review on-boarding and performance - - - X review systems.
Implement and maintain an online Learning Management System. X X X X
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GR7 Adopt a regional outlook and seek opportunities for co-operation and shared initiatives with other government entities, the private sector, neighbouring councils, the Joint Organisation and other agencies.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
ED6.1 Work in collaboration with Maintain membership of regional government and regional stakeholders to non-government organisations and participate in - - - - build the Forbes Shire meetings. profile and maximise cooperative opportunities. 1. Work with surrounding councils and Centroc to deliver outcomes of the RDA Central West X X X X regional plan focused on contributing to regional growth.
Encourage strong partnerships between
businesses, education and government agencies.
1. Initiate at least four contacts with businesses, education, government agencies and other X X X X stakeholders which are focused on contributing to regional growth.
LG4.5 Build strong, effective and Council representatives participate in regular productive alliances and engagement through meetings, events and partnerships with activities. community organisations X X X X state and federal governments.
GR8 Council advocates strongly for the needs and interests of local communities in dealings with public and private sector entities.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
LG4.6 Identification of Maintain and participate in Centroc and other X X X X opportunities and advocate regional forums. for the advancement of Actively participate in Newell Highway Forbes. X X X X Taskforce. (Also refer to IS2)
Participate in the regional and state level discussion about the future of water supply and X X X X security for the region.
Keep state and federal members and agencies appraised of Forbes issues, challenges and X X X X achievements.
GR9 Encourage and support high levels of resilience, self-reliance, capacity-building and co-operation amongst local communities and community groups.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
Strategy addressed as part of CC4 (SP2.2).
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GR10 Council proactively manages risks to the organisation and community in accordance with statutory requirements.
Activity Action 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020 2020/2021
SP3.12 Maintain public health Undertake compliance activities in accordance inspection and licensing with current public health regulations. X X X X program and compliance.
LG1.5 Embed a risk management Fully implement Council’s Enterprise Risk X X - - culture. Management program.
Provide for business continuity in the event of a X X X X major disruption to Council.
LG3.1 Maintain a positive safety Implement full WHS management system X X - - and risk culture supported including reporting and monitoring. by quality assurance and training programs. 1. Review WHS management system. - - - X
Implement risk management and risk registers X X - - across Council.
Implement all recommendations arising from X X - - 2016 WHS Audit.
1. Undertake WHS Audit. - - - X
Implement safe workplace requirements. X X X X
Implement a quality assurance program. X X - -
I3.4 Manage public liability and Bushfire protection is provided in partnership X X X X risks associated with public with the community and State Government. infrastructure. All assets are reviewed and included in X X X X Council’s risk register.
Review, develop and implement third party X X X X incident reporting and investigation procedure.
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NSW PREMIER’S PRIORITIES - 12 GOALS
The 12 Priorities – ranging from youth homelessness, protecting vulnerable children and childhood obesity, to infrastructure delivery and jobs growth – are part of the Government’s broader 30 State priorities across a range of social and economic issues. Under the Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework, councils are required to give due regard to the Premier’s Priorities and other relevant state and regional plans which set clear priorities and goals for government action.
1. 150,000 new jobs by 2019: 150,000 jobs were created by May 2016. The Government has committed $190 million over four years in the Jobs for NSW fund with at least 30 per cent of the fund focused on job creation in regional areas.
2. Building infrastructure on time and on budget: The Government is embarking on the largest capital program in the state’s history and is committed to delivering this infrastructure program on time and on budget.
3. Reducing domestic violence: The target is to reduce the proportion of perpetrators re-offending within 12 months by five percentage points. The Government is targeting regions with significant rates of reoffending and testing the effectiveness of early interventions ahead of a statewide rollout.
4. Improving service levels in hospitals: The target is to get 81% of patients through emergency departments within four hours. In the past 12 months, 74.2 per cent of patients completed their ED care in less than four hours – 50,000 more patients than the previous year.
5. Tackling childhood obesity: The target is to reduce obesity rates in children by 5 percentage points. Evidence- based programs have contributed to stabilising rates of child overweight and obesity in NSW to 22% in 2015. The Government is rolling out a number of initiatives, including exploring the installation of chilled water refill stations at trial public schools sites from 2017.
6. Improving education results: The target is to increase the proportion of NSW students in the top two NAPLAN bands by 8%. Since 2015, the results of students in the top two NAPLAN bands in numeracy and reading have improved slightly. The Government has identified a number of schools for intensive support to help lift students into the top two bands. New minimum literacy and numeracy standards, to be introduced in the HSC from 2017, will also help achieve the target.
7. Protecting our kids: The target is to decrease the percentage of children and young people re-reported at risk of significant harm by 15 per cent. Tailored interventions will help caseworkers deliver the best possible outcomes, reducing the number of children re-reported at risk of significant harm. These improvements are expected to be visible in reduced re-reporting rates from March next year.
8. Reduce youth homelessness: The target is to increase the proportion of young people who successfully move from Specialist Homelessness Services to long-term accommodation by 10%. Between July 2015 and April 2016, internal data shows around 1,500 young people secured long-term accommodation. In 2016-17, the Government will spend up to $50 million on child and youth homelessness services and initiatives, including expanding the Youth Private Rental Subsidy.
9. Driving public sector diversity: The target is to double the number of Aboriginal people and increase to 50% the number of women in senior leadership roles. The number of women and Aboriginal people in senior roles has increased in the past year but more work needs to be done to hit the 2025 target.
10. Keeping our environment clear: The target is to reduce the volume of litter by 40%. The volume of litter in NSW has reduced by almost 20% from the 2013 baseline – almost half of the target achieved. The introduction of the container deposit scheme in 2017 will be a major step towards meeting the target.
11. Faster housing approvals: The target is 90% of housing approvals determined within 40 days. In the 12 months to September 2016, there were more than 75,400 building approvals in NSW, the highest result of any state since records began. The average turnaround time of the fastest 90% of housing approvals by Councils is 44 days. Programs are underway to improve this trend by streamlining the residential development application process and online submissions.
12. Improving government services: The target is to improve customer satisfaction with key government services across this term of government. In 2016, 78.7% of consumers and 78.4% of businesses were pleased with the quality of government services, representing an increase of 2.0 percentage points and 1.8 percentage points respectively on 2015.
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Relationships between the Forbes Shire Community Strategic Plan and the Premier’s Priorities
NSW Premier’s Priorities
CSP Strategies Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 Goal 7 Goal 8 Goal 9 Goal 10 Goal 11 Goal 12
CC1
CC2
CC3
CC4
CC5
CC6
CC7 Community and Culture Community and
CC8
NSW Premier’s Priorities
CSP Strategies Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 Goal 7 Goal 8 Goal 9 Goal 10 Goal 11 Goal 12
LE1
LE2
LE3
LE4
LE5
LE6
LE7
LE8
Local Economy LE9
LE10
LE11
LE12
LE13
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NSW Premier’s Priorities
CSP Strategies Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 Goal 7 Goal 8 Goal 9 Goal 10 Goal 11 Goal 12
NE1
NE2
NE3
NE4
NE5
NE6
NE7
NE8
Natural Environment NE9
NE10
NE11
NE12
NSW Premier’s Priorities
CSP Strategies Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 Goal 7 Goal 8 Goal 9 Goal 10 Goal 11 Goal 12
RU1
RU2
RU3
RU4
RU5
RU6
RU7
Rural and Urban Landuse Rural and RU8
RU9
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NSW Premier’s Priorities
CSP Strategies Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 Goal 7 Goal 8 Goal 9 Goal 10 Goal 11 Goal 12
IS1
IS2
IS3
IS4
IS5
IS6
IS7
IS8
IS9
IS10
Infrastructure and Services IS11
IS12
IS13
IS14
NSW Premier’s Priorities
Forbes Shire Community Strategic Plan
Strategies Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 Goal 7 Goal 8 Goal 9 Goal 10 Goal 11 Goal 12
GR1
GR2
GR3
GR4
GR5
GR6
GR7
GR8
GR9 Government and and Representation Government GR10
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