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SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL CORPORATE PLAN 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 2

POPULATION | APPROX 35,559 AREA | APPROX 7,120 KM2

This revised Corporate Plan was adopted by Council in July 2016.

Disclaimer: While this document was accurate at the time of publication, it is subject to change. SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 3

CONTENTS

■■ SOUTHERN DOWNS PROFILE & JURISDICTION | 3

■■ OUR COUNCILLORS | 4–9

■■ MAYOR’S MESSAGE AND CEO’S MESSAGE | 10–11

■■ PLAN HIERARCHY | 12

■■ CORPORATE PLAN DETAILS | 13

■■ COUNCIL CONTACTS | 30

SOUTHERN DOWNS PROFILE AND JURISDICTION

The Southern Downs Regional Council From magnificent historic sandstone was formed in March 2008 following the buildings to sophisticated wine cellars, the amalgamation of the former Warwick Shire region has a diverse mix of features and Council and Stanthorpe Shire Council. attractions, sure to satisfy all interests. The Southern Downs region is conveniently The Southern Downs region is renowned for located within two hours drive of Brisbane producing high quality agricultural products, and in the high growth region of Southern and also offers an ideal environment for Queensland. The region services a growing business and industry growth. With clean, crisp population of approximately 35,559 and country air, a low crime rate and wide range covers an area of approximately 7,120 square of community facilities, the communities of kilometres. Warwick and Stanthorpe, and the delightful villages throughout the region, offer a terrific lifestyle. SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 4

SDRC VALUES

We are committed to providing effective communication by being clear, COMMUNICATION prompt and supportive at all times. We strive to provide quality service in a timely manner by actively seeking EFFICIENCY positive improvements. We empower everyone to demonstrate leadership by contributing to LEADERSHIP solutions, listening to issues and sharing knowledge. We promote trust and respect by being honest, true to our word and INTEGRITY treating others fairly. We believe in a shared sense of purpose and commitment by working COOPERATION together, trusting and valuing each other.

SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL STRIVES TO BE A Southern Downs Regional PROACTIVE ORGANISATION Council strives to be a proactive organisation that THAT SUPPORTS, DEVELOPS supports, develops and empowers our people to AND EMPOWERS OUR PEOPLE serve our region. TO SERVE OUR REGION.

MAYOR AND COUNCILLOR PORTFOLIOS

• Mayor, Cr Tracy Dobie | Economic Development & Disaster Management • Deputy Mayor, Cr Jo McNally | Governance, Finance & New Projects • Cr Cameron Gow | Rural, Environmental, Sustainability & Waste Management • Cr Marika McNichol | Transport & Infrastructure • Cr Neil Meiklejohn | Planning & Property • Cr Rod Kelly | Regional Promotion, Tourism & The Arts • Cr Sheryl Windle | Community Towns & Villages • Cr Vic Pennisi | Water & Waste Water • Cr Yve Stocks | Events, Sport & Recreation SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 5

SDRC COUNCILLORS ■■ COUNCILLOR PROFILES

CR TRACY DOBIE | Mayor CR JO MCNALLY | Deputy Mayor Councillor Dobie was elected to Council in March Councillor McNally was first elected to Council in 2016. Cr Dobie was born and raised in Warwick, February 2010. Cr McNally has resided in Warwick returning with her husband to live on the Southern since 1990 and lives there with her husband and two Downs in 2014 after living and working in other sons. Before being elected to Council, Cr McNally regions of Australia and overseas for 37 years. worked in Administration and the Financial Sector Prior to being elected to Council, Cr Dobie owned and she also served as a Queensland Police Officer and managed a beef cattle property, worked with the at Toowoomba and Warwick Police Stations. Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, managed Cr McNally is currently studying externally a private-sector project management consulting through the University of South Australia for a and training company, and served 22 years with the Bachelor of Accounting. Australian Army. With the Southern Downs Regional Cr McNally is the Portfolio Manager for Finance, Council, Cr Dobie holds the Economic Development Governance and Special Projects. and Disaster Management Portfolio. Other Council Committee and organisation Cr Dobie has a Bachelor of Social Science (HRD), representation includes: Audit and Risk Management Graduate Diplomas in both Management Studies Committee, Saleyards Advisory Committee, Warwick and Strategic Studies, and an Advanced Diploma Art Gallery, Warwick Crimestoppers Area Committee of Project Management. She is a graduate of the (Chair), Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery and Zone Australian Army Command and Staff College and the 3 Representative for Australian Local Government Department of Defence Joint Services Staff College Women’s Association (Qld). Cr Dobie has travelled widely during her working Ph | 0408 819 983 life. As a winner of the Peter Stuckey Mitchell Trust Award in 1980, she travelled throughout Asia Email | [email protected] visiting Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Burma, Nepal, India and Sri Lanka. Since then her work has taken her to many countries on every continent. Cr Dobie has been a competitive runner for over 35 years competing at distances from 5km to the Marathon. She won the ANZAC Day Marathon in Sydney in 1988 and still competes in 5km and 10km races. Ph | 0413 741 602 Email | [email protected] SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 6 ■■ COUNCILLOR PROFILES

CR CAMERON GOW CR ROD KELLY Councillor Gow was first elected to the former Councillor Kelly was first elected to Council on Stanthorpe Shire Council in 2000 when he was 28 29 March 2016. Cr Kelly was born and educated in years old. In 2004 Cr Gow ran for Mayor of the Warwick. Stanthorpe Shire Council and just missed out. Cr Cr Kelly recently retired from a career of 40 Gow was re-elected in 2008 to the new Southern years service with Westpac as State Manager for Downs Regional Council and thoroughly enjoys Queensland Agribusiness. He was also bestowed the serving the community. title of Westpac Agribusiness Ambassador upon his Family is very important to Cr Gow and he spends retirement. as much time as possible with his wife Peta and Cr Kelly holds tertiary qualifications in Accounting raising four young children. Outside of Council, and and Banking & Finance. when he has time, Cr Gow works on the family farm Other Council responsibilities are Portfolio and also has an interest in a number of community Manager for Regional Promotion, Tourism and Arts. groups. He is the immediate past President of the With the shadow portfolio of Finance and Economic Stanthorpe Agricultural Society, a member of the Development. Cr Kelly is also a member of Council’s Stanthorpe Lions Club, and Chairman and also an Audit and Risk Committee and Chair of the Warwick officer of the Broadwater/Amiens Rural Fire Brigade. Art Gallery Committee. Other Council Committee and organisation Cr Kelly is a Fellow of the Australian Rural representation includes: Portfolio holder for Leadership Program, Board member of non-profit Rural, Environment & Waste Management, Local charitable organisation, Safe Streets Incorporated, Disaster Management Group (Deputy Chair), Pest Chair of the St Mary’s Church Restoration Management Working Group (Chair), Warwick River Committee, member of the St Mary’s Church Improvement Trust, Stanthorpe Emergency Co- Finance Committee, Treasurer of Warwick & District ordination Committee (Chair) and Stanthorpe River Chamber of Commerce and has completed the Improvement Trust. Australian Company Directors course. Ph | 0427 752 275 Ph | 0427 224 280 Email | [email protected] Email | [email protected] SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 7

CR MARIKA MCNICHOL CR NEIL MEIKLEJOHN Councillor McNichol was elected to Southern Councillor Meiklejohn is serving his fifth Downs Regional Council in March 2016. Cr consecutive term in local government after first McNichol currently lives in Stanthorpe with her being elected in 2000. Cr Meiklejohn lives in husband Mark. The McNichol’s have run an Warwick with his wife Sharyn and their two children. earthmoving company, McNichol Bros Earthmoving Before becoming a full time Councillor in 2008, since 1970 and The Ugg Boot Lady on the New Cr Meiklejohn had successfully operated his own England Highway at Glen Aplin since 2002. They business for 11 years. Prior to that he held an have raised their eight children at Broadwater near executive role with a national franchise company. Stanthorpe. Since first moving to the area in 1971 Cr Meiklejohn is involved in the Scouting movement from England, Cr McNichol has thoroughly enjoyed on the Darling Downs, is Patron of the Warwick the Southern Down’s way of life and environment, Swimming Club, Patron of the Warwick Men’s Shed, enjoys gardening, cooking, working with cattle, Committee Member of the Warwick Safe Haven and spending time with family, especially her Domestic Violence Support and Advocacy Group, grandchildren. and is a member of a variety of other community Cr McNichol was appointed to the region’s groups. Transport and Infrastructure Portfolio and represents Other Council Committee and organisation the Council on a number of community groups representation includes: Porfolio holder for Planning including: the Road Safety Alliance Group and the and Property, Headspace Consortium, Warwick Work Legume to Woodenbong Road Alliance. Camp Community Engagement Committee and Cr McNichol is passionate about ensuring Legume to Woodenbong Road Alliance. the region is a prosperous area for families and Ph | 0419 674 182 businesses to reside and is dedicated to a brighter future for the Southern Downs. Email | [email protected] Ph | 0418 674 226 Email | [email protected] SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 8 ■■ COUNCILLOR PROFILES

‘I FEEL CONFIDENT THAT WITH THE DRIVE AND PASSION OF OUR MAYOR AND COUNCILLORS, THE DEDICATION OF OUR STAFF AND THE GOODWILL OF OUR COMMUNITIES WE CAN ACHIEVE OUR CORPORATE PLAN AIMS’ – CEO DAVID KEENAN

CR VIC PENNISI Councillor Pennisi served one term with Stanthorpe Shire Council prior to being elected as a Councillor for the newly formed Southern Downs Regional Council in 2008. Cr Pennisi has 23 years’ experience in the automobile industry and was previously the owner/operator of a hardware store in Stanthorpe from 1996 to 2009. Shortly after purchasing his hardware store, Cr Pennisi was elected as the Chair of the Stanthorpe Chamber of Commerce and was later elected as a Board Member of State Development and Commerce Queensland. Cr Pennisi is passionate about community development and has represented the Southern Downs on numerous community and sporting associations. Cr Pennisi is a graduate of the Institute of Company Directors and is currently the Chair of the Regional Development Association for the Darling Downs and South West. Cr Pennisi holds the Portfolio for Water and Waste Water. Phone | 0412 909 882 Email | [email protected] SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 9

CR YVE STOCKS CR SHERYL WINDLE In March 2016, Cr Stocks was elected for the first Councillor Windle was elected as a Councillor time as a Southern Downs Regional Councillor. for the Southern Downs Regional Council in March Born in Warwick Hospital, the family lived in 2016. After spending her early years in St George and Killarney and owned a sawmill at the time. Allora, her family settled in Warwick, where she was Cr Stocks was educated in Brisbane and has lived educated and joined the workforce. While raising in Sydney for 23 years where she married and raised her family of four sons, Cr Windle was a partner a family of two and now has two grandchildren. in a successful local family business for 25 years. Experience in small business and retail has given She also gained other valuable work experience in a good background in small businesses operations. varying work roles until her election as a Councillor. More recently, her background has been in real Cr Windle is a Life Member and Committee estate, a short term accommodation business and a member of the Warwick Hockey Association. She storage facility. is currently on the Committee for the Pre 2018 Special interests include motorsport, and this is Commonwealth Games Training Destination what brought her and new partner to live in Warwick Proposal. She was Chairperson of the ‘Beattie for in 2005 to enjoy the country atmosphere and way of Beijing’ Committee, raising funds for Carlee Beattie life. to represent Australia in the Paralympics Athletics Cr Stocks Portfolio is Events, Sport and team. Recreation. Cr Windle is proud of her small town heritage, Cr Stocks sees tourism and events as a great and has a passion for the smaller communities and way to bring more and more visitors and therefore community organisations. She feels privileged residents to the region with sports and agri-tourism and honoured that her Councillor Portfolio is as are already happening. a representative for Communities, Towns and Phone | 0417 620 648 Villages. She is currently Chairperson of the Women in Custody Committee and is looking forward Email | [email protected] to further involvement with other Committees throughout the whole region. She is passionate about the Southern Downs Region and believes there is much to offer throughout the district. With the community working positively together as a whole, the Southern Downs Region will continue to move forward and grow. Ph | 0417 611 934 Email | [email protected] SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 10

■■ MAYOR’S MESSAGE The Southern Downs has much to offer. History and heritage, family-friendly living, great educational facilities, nature escapes, and a unique climate that benefits the many agricultural, horticultural and livestock business that are the heart of the region. Over the next few years Council will make great strides in grasping the opportunities that present themselves, promote the region, collaborate with each other, encourage development and build on the attributes already present. The 2014-2019 Corporate Plan takes into account the diversity of the region and of Council’s work. It looks towards the future in order to build the local communities and region that all desire. The Corporate Plan flows from the 2030 Community Plan that was developed by the Southern Downs Regional Council in 2011 after extensive community consultation that provided a clear vision of what local residents expected in terms of social well-being economic development, environmental management and governance. Council used the eight themes from the Community Plan to form the basis for the development of the Corporate Plan. These themes are:

1. The Southern Downs Sense of Community 2. The Healthy and Active Southern Downs 3. The Southern Downs Learning Community 4. The Economically Strong, Sustainable and Diverse Southern Downs 5. Southern Downs Major Events & Tourism 6. The Environmentally Sustainable Southern Downs 7. The Well-Connected Southern Downs 8. The Well-Governed Southern Downs

To address the changing needs of residents and ratepayers, the 2014-2019 Coporate Plan is continually reviewed and updated and each year provides the strategic direction for the Operational Plan, a highly detailed document that charts the actions and service programs for Council and places it in the best possible postion to serve our region. Cr Tracy Dobie MAYOR | Southern Downs Regional Council SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 11

‘IT’S TO EVERYONE’S BEST ADVANTAGE THAT WE KEEP BUILDING A THRIVING, PROSPEROUS AND CULTURALLY DIVERSE COMMUNITY IN OUR SPECIAL PART OF QUEENSLAND’ – CEO DAVID KEENAN

■■ CEO’S MESSAGE Southern Downs Regional Council has great local government affects people’s daily plans for this region and aims to deliver the lives, it is extremely important we have a best local government services possible with comprehensive Plan that is forward-thinking the professional and expert staff members and gathers momentum for the many projects from the offices, depots and in the field. and programs we want to implement. We To ensure we are all heading in the same need to take into account that some of our direction, Council has created this Corporate work can only happen in partnership with Plan, and we ask community members to read other levels of government, community the content and take an active interest in the groups and industry. Again, this requires long development of the region. It’s to everyone’s term planning and preparation. best advantage that we keep building a I feel confident that with the drive and thriving, prosperous and culturally diverse passion of our Mayor and Councillors, the community in our special part of Queensland. dedication of our staff and the goodwill of our The Corporate Plan covers a range of communities we can achieve our Corporate topics – from sport and recreation to business Plan aims. I look forward to seeing the growth to environmental awareness. Because outcomes of our good plans in the future.

David Keenan CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Southern Downs Regional Council SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 12

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CORPORATE PLAN

THE SOUTHERN DOWNS SENSE OF COMMUNITY

1.1 Undertake best value review of Council’s Services

1.2 Continually monitor and evaluate all Council operations and conduct independent surveys of client/customer satisfaction levels

1.3 Continue to monitor and stay informed about matters that affect the community

1.4 Review the Southern Downs Community Plan and Community Engagement Strategy in consultation with other key stakeholders including other levels of Governments

1.5 Continue to record and protect all significant heritage and cultural sites and structures

1.6 Partner with agencies to develop and 1.10 Review all cemetery services including implement services for young people, determining the viability of above people with a disability and our ageing ground vault construction and identify residents land for future expansion

1.7 Review Council’s long term 1.11 Clarify community expectations prior involvement in Council housing to establishing community service obligations in relation to water, waste 1.8 Assist community groups to increase water, roads etc. to prioritise the levels their sustainability and build social of service capacity and develop a 5 year plan to ensure priorities are identified and 1.12 Develop and promote our unique communicated to the Council artistic and cultural diversity

1.9 Continue to develop and extend 1.13 Develop a proactive approach to safety Council’s public consultation processes within town centres SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 15

‘PARTNER WITH AGENCIES TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT SERVICES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE, PEOPLE WITH A DISABILITY AND OUR AGEING RESIDENTS’ SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 16

THE HEALTHY AND ACTIVE SOUTHERN DOWNS

2.1 Support sport and recreation to encourage a healthier lifestyle for residents in the region

2.2 Complete the Footway and Bikeway Master Plan

2.3 Coordinate and review sport and recreation opportunities and planning SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 17

‘SUPPORT SPORT AND RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES TO ENCOURAGE A HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE FOR RESIDENTS IN THE REGION’ SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 18

THE SOUTHERN DOWNS LEARNING COMMUNITY

3.1 Investigate opportunities for additional tertiary education in the region (e.g. University of Southern Queensland – Memorandum of Understanding)

3.2 Further develop libraries to become active community hubs of learning and social inclusion

3.3 Continue to work with external agencies to deliver learning opportunities (e.g. U3A, Men’s Shed)

3.4 Lobby state government for improved state secondary educational opportunities and/or facilities in the Southern Downs SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 19

‘FURTHER DEVELOP LIBRARIES TO BECOME ACTIVE COMMUNITY HUBS OF LEARNING AND SOCIAL INCLUSION’ SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 20

THE ECONOMICALLY STRONG, SUSTAINABLE AND DIVERSE SOUTHERN DOWNS

4.1 Identify new external revenue sources, 4.10 Explore the establishment of Council including grants, to fund regional quarries in the region to enable the infrastructure and services delivery of economically viable process construction and maintenance projects 4.2 Participate in the development of a fire trail implementation and maintenance 4.11 Further develop and foster the program with other agencies strategic alliance between SDRC and Tenterfield Shire Council and investigate 4.3 Protect our prime agricultural land for opportunities with other neighbouring sustainable primary industry use councils

4.4 Apply the Planning Scheme to ensure 4.12 Explore/review potential efficiencies consistent and balanced decisions are and opportunities for Council’s made in relation to lifestyle and growth operations, infrastructure and assets opportunities 4.13 Investigate strategies for the provision 4.5 Determine and review levels of service of additional infrastructure for regional to the parks and gardens network and villages flora reserves/wildlife corridors 4.14 Develop a 5 year Economic 4.6 Advocate for improved/increased use Development Plan for the region of Warwick TAFE facility and other similar facilities in the SDRC region for residents living in Southern Downs

4.7 Lobby State and Federal Governments on issues of concern to the regional community

4.8 Maximise private and government funding opportunities to foster both community and business growth in the region

4.9 Investigate options for extending Southern Downs Industrial Estates SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 21

‘PROTECT OUR PRIME AGRICULTURAL LAND FOR SUSTAINABLE PRIMARY INDUSTRY USE’ SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 22

SOUTHERN DOWNS MAJOR EVENTS & TOURISM

5.1 Investigate opportunities to fund and implement streetscape plans for beautification, safety and accessibility

5.2 Assist in development and promotion of appropriate marketing strategies for the Southern Downs Region including signage

5.3 Develop the action plan for Council’s role in Major Events and Tourism SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 23

‘ASSIST IN DEVELOPMENT AND PROMOTION OF APPROPRIATE MARKETING BRANDS’ SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 24

THE ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE SOUTHERN DOWNS

6.1 Promote education and environmental 6.9 Continue to promote, educate awareness programs in relation to water and implement awareness and conservation and wastewater recycling best practice waste collection, for both industry and residents recycling, environmental health and environmental protection strategies 6.2 Investigate appropriate waste water services and systems 6.10 Encourage the use of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power 6.3 Utilise ‘best practice’ waste to protect the environment management practices and further develop regional facilities in accordance with the Waste Management Plan

6.4 Implement innovative measures to reduce Council’s energy use and carbon emissions and seek grant funding for alternate energy systems

6.5 Protect the natural environment of reserves under Council control via strategic natural resource management

6.6 Continue to develop and maintain the urban stormwater system

6.7 Secure a sustainable, reliable water supply to support industry and population growth

6.8 Develop and review plans for Emu Swamp Dam including the associated risk management strategies SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 25

‘PROMOTE EDUCATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS PROGRAMS SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 26

THE WELL-CONNECTED SOUTHERN DOWNS

7.1 Lobby for the improved delivery of NBN 7.11 Provide well maintained sealed and services to Southern Downs Region unsealed roads, including footpaths and stormwater drainage, and determine 7.2 Develop a Regional Transport Strategy levels of service as defined in the Asset encompassing – Road, Air and Rail Management Plan

7.3 Lobby State and National Governments to enhance and develop key transport gateways, freight links including public transport and rail services

7.4 Review Council’s level of involvement in aerodromes, implement strategies to allow for aviation activities at both aerodromes as funding permits

7.5 Lobby relevant authorities in regards to the upgrade of the Legume to Woodenbong section of Mt Lindsay Road

7.6 Lobby Department of Transport and Main Roads to identify the corridor for a Warwick Heavy Vehicle bypass

7.7 Lobby the State and Federal Governments for safety improvement upgrades on the Federal, State and Local Road Networks

7.8 Facilitate and advocate for a transport network that provides adequate accessibility across the SDRC region

7.9 Develop and enhance key strategic alliances with the Department of Main Roads and other key partners

7.10 Analyse current roads and other associated infrastructure to determine priorities SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 27

‘LOBBY DEPARTMENT OF MAIN ROADS TO IDENTIFY THE CORRIDOR FOR A WARWICK HEAVY VEHICLE BYPASS’ SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 28

THE WELL-GOVERNED SOUTHERN DOWNS

8.1 Review the Planning Scheme in 8.12 Manage and develop SDRC’s accordance with State legislation disaster management and recovery responsibilities 8.2 Develop a procedure to ensure all lobbying processes are reported and 8.13 Continue to review and expand Asset completed Management Plans

8.3 Develop a Memorandum of 8.14 Implement an ongoing review of the Understanding with local Indigenous rating system encompassing benefited groups rate areas

8.4 Develop and implement customer 8.15 Review pest management services in focussed policies and processes in accordance with legislative requirements, keeping with Council’s commitment to community expectations and to ensure customer service the protection of the environment

8.5 Become an employer of choice 8.16 Promote a proactive approach to – appropriate training, innovative risk management, including business leadership and improved career continuity pathways 8.17 Provide and maintain appropriate 8.6 Continue to upgrade and use most security measures to protect Council’s effective technology to provide best assets (buildings, plants, sites etc) delivery of services to the region 8.18 Provide and maintain WIFI functionality 8.7 Continue to develop accurate flood within Council’s administrative mapping studies buildings, with some free access for the public where feasible 8.8 Investigate Council vs. contractor for delivery of services 8.19 Investigate upgrades to Council’s Information and Communication 8.9 Review depot/workshop operations technology network structure including development of master plan 8.20 Provide and maintain strategies to 8. 10 Develop and implement Council land ensure Council’s long term financial management strategies sustainability.

8.11 Review plant strategy (own or lease) 8.21 Research a Full Cost Recovery Model for Council Services SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL | CORPORATE PLAN | 2014–2019 REVISED EDITION | PAGE 29

‘CONTINUE TO REVIEW AND EXPAND ASSET MANAGEMENT PLANS’ ‘THE 2014-2019 CORPORATE PLAN TAKES INTO ACCOUNT THE DIVERSITY OF THE REGION AND OF COUNCIL’S WORK. IT LOOKS TOWARDS THE FUTURE IN ORDER TO BUILD THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES AND REGION THAT ALL DESIRE’ – CR TRACY DOBIE

Corporate Plan images courtesy of Linda Coombes | Ian Mace Photography | Simon Hamlet Southern Downs Regional Council | Warwick Art Gallery | Warwick Tourism and Events

CONTACT SOUTHERN DOWNS REGIONAL COUNCIL

WEBSITE: www.sdrc.qld.gov.au PH: 1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372)

Warwick office Stanthorpe office Allora office 64 Fitzroy Street 61 Marsh Street 78 Herbert Street Warwick QLD 4370 Stanthorpe QLD 4380 Allora QLD 4362