During the public forum I ensured that members of our community were offered additional time to speak specifically on the DA for additional bore holes at Mt Walker. I either moved or seconded motions allowing speakers additional time. I acknowledged the views and concerns of the residents who were present and who spoke against the…
Author: Steven Ring
Summary of Council Meeting 26 June 2023
On Monday evening I returned to Council as a direct consequence of the resignation of former Councillor Deanna Goodsell. A Countback Election was initiated by the NSW Electoral Commission which thankfully saved our community approximately $180,000 for a by -election. At the meeting I moved to reduce the overall rate increase by 10 per cent…
The role of Council, Councillors and the General Manager
WHAT IS THE FUNCTION OF A COUNCIL? Both the role of Councils and elected Councillors has changed during the last three decades. It is no longer true that councils are only responsible for roads, water and rubbish. However, these remain as key service that are provided particularly in Regional NSW Councils provide a range of…
How Priorites are determined
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT STRATEGY The Community Engagement Strategy provides a guideline for Council’s engagement with the community to: • Develop the Community Strategic Plan 2035 and associated documents that form the Integrated Planning Framework. All of these key documents can be located at Lithgow City Council • Engage with the community on how best to achieve…