Thursday, 16 June 2022
Items of Business
Item Subject Page
11.05 Policy Review - Customer Complaint Policy - Post Public Exhibition
Attachment 1:..... Draft Customer Complaint Policy..... 5
Attachment 2:..... Complaint handling flowchart......... 10
11.06 Policy Review - Cemeteries Policy - Post Public Exhibition
Attachment :....... Draft Cemetery Policy..................... 11
11.07 Policy Review - Bushfire Risk Mitigation - Post Public Exhibition
Attachment :....... Draft Policy - Bushfire Mitigation on Public Land..................................... 13
11.08 Policy Review - Compliance and Enforcement Policy
Attachment 1:..... Regulatory Enforcement Policy - Adopted 16 August 2017................ 19
Attachment 2:..... Draft Compliance and Enforcement Policy............................................... 31
11.09 Policy Review - Footpaths and Walkways in Public Road Reserves - Post Public Exhibition
Attachment 1:..... DRAFT - Policy - Footpaths and Walkways in Public Road Reserves - Post Exhibition................................ 54
Attachment 2:..... Summary of Submissions Received - Draft Policy...................................... 57
11.10 Policy Review - Asset Capitalisation and Disposal (Excluding Land) Policy
Attachment 1:..... Policy - Asset Disposal - adopted 2013 02 20...................................... 60
Attachment 2:..... Internal Policy - Asset Capitalisation - adopted Executive Group out-of-session 2015 12 07......................... 64
Attachment 3:..... Final Draft - Policy - Asset Capitalisation and Disposal (Excluding Land) 2022.................... 71
Attachment 4:..... Final Draft - Procedure - Asset Capitalisation and Disposal (Excluding Land) 2022.................... 88
11.12 Community Inclusion Plan - Post Public Exhibition
Attachment 1:..... Draft Community Inclusion Plan..... 98
Attachment 2:..... Engagement Summary................. 113
11.13 Monthly Budget Review - May 2022
Attachment :....... May 2022 Budget Review............. 116
11.14 Investments - May 2022
Attachment 1:..... Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Investment Report - May 2022..... 124
Attachment 2:..... Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Portfolio Valuation - May 2022..... 146
12.03 Policy Review - Management of Public Spaces Policy - Post Public Exhibition
Attachment 1:..... Attachment 1 - Draft Management of Public Spaces Policy.................... 154
Attachment 2:..... Attachment 2 - Engagement Summary Report........................... 157
12.04 T-22-12 Bain Park Master Plan - Detailed Design - Implementation Stages 1 and 2
Attachment :....... Bain Park Master Plan, Revision 8.................................................... 160
13.01 Request For Fee Waiver - Willing and Able Foundation
Attachment 1:..... Request for fee waiver.................. 174
Attachment 2:..... Quotation no: 35177..................... 175
14.03 Memorandum of Understanding - Public Drinking Water Supply - Mid North Coast Local Health District and Port Macquarie-Hastings Council
Attachment :....... Draft Memorandum of Understanding - Public Drinking Water Supply - North Coast Public Health Unit and Port Macquarie-Hastings Council. 177
14.05 Kooloonbung Creek Flying-Fox Camp Management Plan Update
Attachment 1:..... Kooloonbung Creek Flying Fox Camp Management Plan 2019................ 184
Attachment 2:..... Kooloonbung Creek Flying Fox Camp Noise Assessment Information Brochure 2021 - Summary Report 305
Attachment Ordinary Council
16/06/2022
What we are trying to achieve
A community that works together in decision making that is defined as ethically, socially and environmentally responsible.
We will have:
• A community that has the opportunity to be involved in decision making
• Open, easy, meaningful, regular and diverse communication between the community and decision makers
• Partnerships and collaborative projects, that meet the community’s expectations, needs and challenges
• Knowledgeable, skilled and connected community leaders
• Strong corporate management that is transparent
How we will get there
1.1 Inform and engage with the community about what Council does using varied communication channels
1.2 Maintain strong partnerships between all stakeholders - local, state and federal — so that they are affective advocates for the community
1.3 Demonstrate leadership
1.4 Use innovative, efficient and sustainable practices
1.5 Ensure strong corporate and financial management that is transparent and accountable
Attachment Ordinary Council
16/06/2022
What we are trying to achieve
A healthy, inclusive and vibrant community.
We will have:
• Community hubs that provide access to services and social connections
• A safe, caring and connected community
• A healthy and active community that is supported by recreational infrastructure
• A strong community that is able to identify and address social issues
• Community participation in events, programs, festivals and activities
How we will get there
2.1 Create a community that feels safe
2.2 Advocate for social inclusion and fairness
2.3 Provide quality programs, community facilities and public spaces, for example, community halls, parks and vibrant town centres
2.4 Empower the community through encouraging active involvement in projects, volunteering and events
2.5 Promote a creative and culturally rich community
Attachment Ordinary Council
16/06/2022
What we are trying to achieve
A region that is a successful place that has vibrant, diversified and resilient regional economy that provides opportunities for people to live, learn, work, play and invest.
We will have:
• A strong economy that fosters a culture supportive of business and ensures economic development of the region
• Townships, villages and business precincts that are vibrant commercial, cultural, tourism, recreational and/or community hubs
• A region that attracts investment to create jobs
• Partnerships that maximise economic return and create an efficient and effective business environment
How we will get there
3.1 Embrace business and a stronger economy
3.2 Create vibrant and desirable places
3.3 Embrace opportunity and attract investment to support the wealth and growth of the community
3.4 Partner for success with key stakeholders in business, industry, government, education and the community
Attachment Ordinary Council
16/06/2022
What we are trying to achieve
A connected, sustainable, accessible community and environment that is protected now and into the future.
We will have:
• Effective management and maintenance of essential water, waste and sewer infrastructure
• A community that is prepared for natural events and climate change
• Sustainable and environmentally sensitive development outcomes that consider the impact on the natural environment
• Accessible transport network for our communities
• Infrastructure provision and maintenance that meets community expectations and needs
• Well planned communities that are linked to encourage and manage growth
• Accessible and protected waterways, foreshores, beaches and bushlands
• An environment that is protected and conserved for future generations
• Renewable energy options that are understood and accessible by the community
How we will get there
4.1 Provide (appropriate) infrastructure and services including water cycle management, waste management, and sewer management
4.2 Aim to minimise the impact of natural events and climate change, for example, floods, bushfires and coastal erosion
4.3 Facilitate development that is compatible with the natural and built environment
4.4 Plan for integrated transport systems that help people get around and link our communities
4.5 Plan for integrated and connected communities across the Port Macquarie-Hastings area
4.6 Restore and protect natural areas
4.7 Provide leadership in the development of renewable energy opportunities
4.8 Increase awareness of issues affecting our environment, including the preservation of flora and fauna