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YEAR PLAN 2013-2017
Including 1 Year Plan 2013-2014
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Contents Our Community
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Our Economy
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1. Community Vision: Aboriginal Recognition
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10. Community Vision: A vibrant CBD
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1. Embracing the RAP in the region (Reconciliation Action Plan)
1. Lismore CBD Commercial Office Building
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2. CBD/Riverbank Master Plan
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2. Implement Reconciliation Action Plan
3. Explore funding options for a new/upgraded regional gallery
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11. Community Vision: A resilient economy
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1. Business Friendly Council
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2. Lismore City Infrastructure Alliance
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3. Procurement Website – Buy Local Gateway
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3. Improve Council communications
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4. Lismore Education Plan
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3. Community Vision: Safety and wellbeing
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5. Future Leaders Group/Entrepreneurs Assist
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6. Arts Hub
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7. Workforce Development Plan
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2. Community Vision: An inclusive and aware community/community participation in decision making
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1. Develop a community engagement and partnership program
2. Develop a stakeholder partnering program
1. Develop Crime Prevention Plan
2. The application of crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) principles to the assessment of all planning applications
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Our Environment
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4. Community Vision: Affordable health
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12. Community Vision: Wilsons River
1. Lismore Health Precinct
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1. Wilsons River regeneration and river walk
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2. Fit for School – Healthy Lifestyle
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2. Wilsons River Footbridge
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3. Community Service Hubs
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5. Community Vision: Partnerships with service providers
3. Riparian Restoration Prioritisation and Education Project
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13. Community Vision: Environmental leadership
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1. Environmental Partnering Project – Rural Landholder Capacity Building
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2. Implement the Comprehensive Koala Plan of Management for SE Lismore
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3. Develop and Implement a Biodiversity Management Strategy
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1. Partnering Strategy
6. Community Vision: Lismore as a sporting centre
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1. Lismore City Sports Hub – A Sporting Centre
7. Community Vision: Affordable housing
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1. Living in Lismore - Housing Strategy
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2. Building Better Regional Cities
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3. North Lismore Plateau
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14. Community Vision: Lismore as a model of sustainability
8. Community Vision: Community Cultural Centre
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1. To have a range of facilities that support community and cultural events
1. To have Lismore recognised nationally and internationally as a centre for sustainable living
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9. Community Vision: Transport
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2. Make Council self-sufficient in electricity from renewable sources
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1. Regional Transport Plan
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2. Travel Plans
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Our Services
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15. Waste
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1. To provide effective and efficient waste collection and disposal services
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2. To maximise recovery and reuse of materials from the waste stream
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3. Future waste strategy
9. Manage and maintain Council’s road network to appropriate standards
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9. Manage and maintain Council’s building and property infrastructure
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10. Manage and maintain building and property infrastructure
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11. Provide support for road safety initiatives and programs
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16. Strategic Planning, assessment and construction
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1. Section 94 Contributions Plan
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2. New Land Release Planning
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12. To maintain and develop the fleet services to maximise plant efficiencies for operational activities
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13. To deliver specialist services to external customers in the region
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20. Civic leadership/management
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17. Parks
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1. Australian Business Excellence Framework
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1. Park and playground upgrades
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2. Councillor development
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2. Amenities and post service wake facility
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3. Service Level Review
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4. IT Infrastructure Replacement Strategy
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3. Preparation of planning instruments and strategies in accordance with new Planning Act
4. Flood Plain Risk Management Plan
18. Water cycle management 1. To maintain and operate water and wastewater infrastructure assets in accordance with government legislation and industry standards
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2. To ensure that water and wastewater assets are upgraded to cater for future growth and development
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3. Manage Council’s water supply and wastewater disposal functions in a sustainable manner
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5. Promotion and Marketing – Lismore Pride and Identity
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6. Zero Based Budgeting
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7. Financial Sustainability Policy
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8. Long Term Financial Plan
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9. Review of People Management Processes
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10. Workforce Management Strategy
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11. Regional Resource Sharing
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4. Undertake major capital works projects in accordance with the adopted Strategic Business Plan for Water and Wastewater
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5. Manage Council’s stormwater drainage network in a sustainable manner
12. Manage Council’s Assets in a responsible and sustainable manner
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19. Transport and Infrastructure
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13. Ensure Council is well prepared and responds appropriately to emergencies and natural disasters
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1. Establish blending plant
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2. Part 3A compliance
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14. Manage Council’s land and property activities in accordance with legislative requirements and corporate objectives
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3. Asphalt plant upgrade
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4. Runway sealing
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5. Airport operation Improvements
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6. Development of general aviation area
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7. Road Construction Urban and Rural Road Rehabilitation
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8. Improve the overall condition of road and infrastructure assets
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15. State of the Community Report
One Year Plan
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One Year Plan - Overview 2013-2014
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Income Statement – Consolidated for year ending June 2014
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Cash Flow Statement – Consolidated - for year ended June 2014
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Summary by Cost Centre - for year ended 30 June 2014
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OUR COMMUNITY
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our community
1. Community Vision: Aboriginal Recognition
10 Year Objectives
1. Embracing the RAP in the region (Reconciliation Action Plan)
2. Implement Reconciliation Action Plan
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Timeframes
Costs $
2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
Activity 1 | Regional Reconciliation Action Plan 1.1
Regional partnership development
1.2
RAP Forum
1.3
RAP workshop sessions
1.4
Monitoring and evaluation
Manager Integrated Planning
Community engagement Increased employment opportunities
Activity 2 | Reconciliation Action Plan 2.1
Implement Council’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) by introducing the RAP actions into Council’s operations
Manager Human Resources Manager Integrated Planning
The RAP actions are introduced into Council’s operations
From operational budgets
Recurrent Activities
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Activity 1 - Regional What we do Reconciliation Action Plan
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Annual NAIDOC event delivered
Annual event delivered
Community Services Department & Events Team
Cultural awareness/competency training delivered
Cultural awareness/competency training strategy developed. Cultural awareness/competency training delivered to senior management & program managers
Human Resource Management
Aboriginal Employment Strategy implemented
Aboriginal Employment Strategy updated
Human Resource Management
Annual RAP Evaluation and Report
Report completed
Community Services Human Resource Management
Reconciliation Week celebrated
Event delivered
Community Services
Bundjalung Elders Council support
Support delivered to 5 meetings annually
Community Services
Service Aboriginal Advisory Group
Aboriginal Advisory Group meeting quarterly & collaborating with Council when required
Community Services
Cultural protocols observed
Cultural protocol policy developed and implemented
Whole organisation
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2. Community Vision: An inclusive and aware community/ community participation in decision making
10 Year Objectives
1. Develop a community engagement and partnership program
2. Develop a stakeholder partnering program
3. Improve Council communications
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 1 | Develop a community engagement and partnership program 1.1
Build upon & facilitate a community engagement & partnering program i.e. Place Based Advisory Groups
1.2
Facilitate community partnerships/events i.e. small project/activity fund
1.3
Enable periodic ‘random selection’ participant recruitment
Manager Integrated Planning
Groups and partnerships formed. Events/ projects delivered
From partnering budget
Survey of participant satisfaction with 80% satisfied
Activity 2 | Develop a stakeholder partnering program Activity 1 - Regional 2.1 Develop & service Reconciliation Plan stakeholderAction partnering program including the peak partnering group the Lismore Leaders Group
Manager Integrated Planning
Stakeholder groups formed and partnerships established
From partnering budget
80% user satisfaction for website. 1000 social media ‘Likes’. 20% Improvement in ‘communicating council decisions’ in biennial survey
From comms budget
Activity 3 | Improve Council communications 3.1
Employ new Media Officer
3.2
Replace website
3.3
Introduce social media
3.4
Introduce multimedia communications
3.5
Introduce Council newsletter
Manager Corporate Services
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Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Goonellabah Community Plan
Safe, fun and less antisocial behaviour
Manager Integrated Planning
Libraries and mobile library (community space)
Delivery of library services to all partnering councils as per Service Level Agreements
Manager Arts, Tourism and Leisure
Manage community engagement
Internal level of satisfaction greater than 80%
Manager Integrated Planning
Administering funding • Reconciliation • Naidoc • Young song writers competition
Funding administered fairly and equitably
Manager Integrated Planning
Social planning
Ensure Council and community has a full awareness of the Lismore local Government Area’s demographics
Manager Integrated Planning
Grant funding applications
All relevant grants identified and applied for
Manager Integrated Planning
Customer service
85% customer satisfaction in six monthly customer survey 85% medium and high satisfaction in the biennial customer survey
Manager Corporate Services
Communications
20 % improvement in ‘communicating council decisions’ in biennial survey
Manager Corporate Services
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our community
3. Community Vision: Safety and wellbeing
10 Year Objectives
1. Develop Crime Prevention Plan
2. The application of crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) principles to the assessment of all planning applications 4 Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Timeframes
Performance Measures
Costs $
Plan developed and endorsed by NSW Attorney General’s Department
From operational budget
2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 1 | Crime Prevention Plan 1.1
Crime Prevention Plan developed and funding sought
Manager Integrated Planning
Activity 2 | Crime prevention through environmental design 2.1
Application crime prevention through environmental design principles to all Lismore City Council planning processes
Manager Development Continuous & Compliance improvement as evidenced by contribution to crime reduction
From operational budgets
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Facilitate relationship between Police and Council planners to ensure crime prevention through environmental design principles achieved
Best practice crime prevention through environmental design
Manager Development & Compliance
Crime prevention through environmental design principles undertaken
Development Applications referred to NSW Police according to MOU requirements
Manager Development & Compliance
Manage CitySafe program for Lismore and Nimbin
Crime statistics in Lismore CBD from Police – downward trend Attend all meetings Activities completed in accordance with agreement with Police and Chamber of Commerce, Lismore and Nimbin
Manager Assets
Maintain relationships with relevant external agencies and attend all meetings
KPI – 100% meeting attendance Liquor Accord Access Committee Nimbin Police & Community Consultative Committee
Manager Assets
Manage and maintain CCTV networks Lismore and Nimbin
KPI – No. camera days system out < 50 days/annum
Manager Assets
Respond to requests for CCTV footage from the public or emergency services
100% requests met within 5 working days
Manager Assets
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4. Community Vision: Affordable health
10 Year Objectives
1. Lismore Health Precinct
2. Fit for School â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Healthy Lifestyle
3. Community Services Hubs
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Timeframes
Performance Measures
Costs $
Health precinct completed
From partnering budget
2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
Activity 1 | Lismore Health Precinct 1.1
Facilitate partner meetings
Lead agency: Northern NSW Local Health District
1.2
Ongoing planning assistance
Executive Director Sustainable Development
1.3
Statutory planning requirements for Lismore Health Precinct
$100,000
Activity 2 | Fit for School 2.1
Facilitate service provider forum to develop project scope
Lead agency: Northern NSW Local Health District (LHD)
2.2
Assist with implementation of project scope
Manager Integrated Planning
Fit for School program implemented
From partnering budget
Activity 3 | Community Services Hubs 3.1
Service provider consultation to identify building requirements
Lead agency: Northern Rivers Social Development Council
3.2
Provide ongoing support to partners engaged in the project
Manager Integrated Planning
3.3
Goonellabah Community Hub & Headspace Community Hub
Manager Integrated Planning
From partnering budget
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Goonellabah Community Hub: Goonellabah Safety Circle Stakeholder group Continuing servicing of groups by Council
Stable, efficient and responsive groups
Manager Integrated Planning
Headspace CBD Community Hub
Working party participation
Manager Integrated Planning
Health industry partnerships
Strong relationship with all local health providers
Manager Integrated Planning
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our community
5. Community Vision: Partnerhips with service providers
10 Year Objectives
1.
Partnering Strategy
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Achieved through individual partnership programs
Partnering budget
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 1 | Partnering Strategy 1.1
To have all the service providers in Lismore work in coordination to achieve the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision for Lismore outlined in Imagine Lismore
Manager Integrated Planning
Communintyt is involvemoer the a win f re Lismo y communit
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6. Community Vision: Lismore as a sporting centre
10 Year Objectives
1. Lismore City Sports Hub â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A Sporting Centre
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Timeframes
Performance Measures
Costs $
Lead agency: identified partners
Partnerships secured
$832,000*
Manager Integrated Planning
Directory complete
2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 1 | Lismore City Sports Hub 1.1
Develop a comprehensive directory of Lismoreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sporting infrastructure, support services and rising stars
1.2
Secure partnerships for longer term initiatives
1.3
Prioritise activities from Sport and Recreation Plan
1.4
Implement prioritised activities from the Sport and Recreation Plan in partnership with community sporting groups and service providers
Distribution strategy implemented
* Urban and Rural Sporting Fund
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Events
Provide assistance to event organisers Provide $80,000 per annum in funding incentives for events Bid for a minimum of 6 second tier (e.g. age championships) events per year Minimum of one high-profile event held per year
Manager Arts, Tourism and Leisure
Tourism
Lismore VIC: 50,000 visitations per year Nimbin VIC: 70,000 visitations per year Visiting sports teams to book accommodation through Lismore VIC
Manager Arts, Tourism and Leisure
Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre
280,000 visitations through centre each year
Manager Arts, Tourism and Leisure
Lismore Memorial Baths
70,000 visitations per season
Manager Arts, Tourism and Leisure
Maintain sporting fields
Sports fields are available and suitable for a range of sporting events
Manager Works
Attract sporting events that bring people to Lismore
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7. Community Vision: Affordable housing
10 Year Objectives
1. Living in Lismore - Housing Strategy
2. Building Better Regional Cities
3. North Lismore Plateau
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Improved housing choice and diversity
$135,000
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 1 | Living in Lismore Housing Strategy 1.1
Housing Officer role filled
1.2
Housing Strategy partnerships identified and created
1.3
Implementation of Lismore Housing Strategy partnering projects
Manager Integrated Planning
From partnering budget
Activity 2 | Building Better Regional Cities 2.1
Upgrade Invercauld/ Ballina Road Intersection
2.2
Oliver Avenue link including Tucki Tucki Bridge
Manager Integrated Planning
$6,013,000*
Activity 3 | North Lismore Plateau 3.1
Finish the Development Control Plan
3.2
Complete the infrastructure delivery plan
3.3
Finish the planning proposal (zoning change)
3.4
Applicant and community engagement
3.5
New asset maintenance
Manager Integrated Planning From operational budget
$75,000
* $5,513,000 received from RMS and the Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA)
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Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Review development controls to ensure they allow flexible and innovative approaches to housing
Relevant planning policies and rules include provisions to encourage housing diversity, supply and affordability
Manager Integrated Planning
Develop and update a ‘housing’ website
Once a Housing Officer is appointed a housing website will be operational within 6 months of that appointment
Manager Integrated Planning
Education and marketing
Within one year of their appointment the Housing Officer will develop educational and marketing material, as part of an approved communications strategy designed to support and achieve the outcomes listed in Council’s adopted Housing Strategy
Manager Integrated Planning
Advocacy for increased funding for affordable housing
The Housing Officer shall develop and maintain networks in both the public and private sector resulting in the demonstrable delivery of increased funding of or the production of affordable housing
Manager Integrated Planning
Establish and maintain partnerships with community housing providers, development industry, real estate industry etc
The Housing Officer shall investigate then establish and maintain legitimate partnerships across all sectors for the purpose of delivering on the outcomes
Manager Integrated Planning
8. Community Vision: Community Cultural Centre
10 Year Objectives
1. To have a range of facilities that support community and cultural events
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Activity 1 | Facilities that support community and cultural events 1.1
Refurbishment of City Hall
1.2
Undertake investigations into incorporating a “town square” into the proposed development of a CBD Commercial Office Building on Council property at Magellan Street, Lismore
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Complete July 2013 Ongoing – review March
Costs $
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
our community
9. Community Vision: Transport
10 Year Objectives
1. Regional Transport Plan
2. Travel Plans
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Executive Director Infrastructure
Improved transport in the region Local transport solutions
From partnering budget
Lead agency: identified partners
Significant number of staff using travel plans
From partnering budget
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 1 | Regional Transport Plan 1.1
Build partnerships with State and Federal agencies in order to improve regional transport
1.2
Develop issues paper for identifying transport challenges and priorities for Lismore/Northern Rivers
Activity 2 | Travel Plans 2.1
We will develop travel plans to reduce pressures on car parking and traffic congestion in and around health precincts
2.2
Implement travel plans
2.3
Facilitate partners workshop to share learnings/promotion
Executive Director Sustainable Development
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our economy
10. Community Vision: A vibrant CBD
10 Year Objectives
1. Lismore CBD Commercial Office Building
2. CBD/Riverbank Master Plan
3. Explore funding options for a new/upgraded regional gallery
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Building feasibility assessed
From partnering budget
CBD/Riverbank Master Plan implementation complete
$751,700
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 1 | CBD Commercial Building 1.1
Develop office building prospectus
1.2
Attract and facilitate commercial partnerships
1.3
Establish building feasability
Manager Assets
Activity 2 | CBD/Riverbank Master Plan 2.1
Develop strategy and conduct community engagement
2.2
Agree citizen’s jury elements CBD/Riverbank Master Plan
2.3
Implement CBD/ Riverbank Master Plan
Executive Director Sustainable Development
Executive Director Infrastructure
Activity 3 | Explore funding options for a new / upgraded Regional Gallery 3.1
Apply to RDA to fund a new/upgraded gallery
Manager Arts, Tourism and Leisure
Funding application completed by due date
3.2
Undertake investigations into providing a new art gallery on the former Lismore High School site in the CBD incorporating a re-use of ‘C Block’
Manager Assets Manager Arts, Tourism and Leisure
Report prepared by March 2015
From operational budget
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Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Fund events that bring people to Lismore Provide event support and assistance to event organisers
Fund events that bring people to Lismore Provide event support and assistance to event organisers
Events Unit; Major Events Group
Lismore Regional Gallery
Minimum of 8 major exhibitions per year 25,000 visitations per annum
Gallery Director
Continue opening Lismore Regional Gallery on Sundays to support the CBD
Open on all Sundays except public holidays. Minimum of 12 weekend events/activities (excluding openings) per annum
Gallery Director
City Centre Manager Program
That the objectives in the adopted three year Lismore Business Promotion Program Plan are generally met and that this is independently measured by a second survey in 2015/16
City Centre Manager
Littering
Routine patrols and matters brought to attention of Council are dealt with/ investigated in accordance with best practice principles, and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Rangers
Parking
New technology is utilised to ensure efficient and effective implementation of adopted parking strategies for the CBD, through the provision of regular patrols. Fines are issued in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Rangers
Footpath obstructions
Routine patrols and matters brought to attention of Council are dealt with/ investigated in accordance with best practice principles, and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Rangers
Prohibition signage (e.g. smoke free, alcohol free, no skateboards)
Routine patrols and matters brought to attention of Council are dealt with/ investigated in accordance with best practice principles, and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Rangers
Busking
Routine patrols and matters brought to attention of Council are dealt with/ investigated in accordance with best practice principles, and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Rangers
Outdoor dining
Routine patrols and matters brought to attention of Council are dealt with/ investigated in accordance with best practice principles, and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Rangers
Markets
Routine patrols and matters brought to attention of Council are dealt with/ investigated in accordance with best practice principles, and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Rangers
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Events Officer
our economy
What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Temporary events
Routine patrols and matters brought to attention of Council are dealt with/ investigated in accordance with best practice principles, and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Compliance
Design quality in DA assessment
DA assessment has a high regard for high order urban design outcomes, which is a key consideration for all DAs
Development Assessment
Footpath awning amenity and safety
An awning inspection/audit program developed to assist council and building owners to identify potential safety and amenity issues related to awnings over public lands (e.g. footpaths) and to seek cooperation to ensure appropriate action is taken to avoid poor amenity and future risks of collapse
Development Assessment/Compliance
Footpath sweeping
CBD footpaths are clear of debris and litter
Parks Coordinator
Garden maintenance
Gardens are kept in a clean and presentable condition
Parks Coordinator
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our economy 11. Community Vision: A resilient economy
10 Year Objectives
1. Business Friendly Council
2. Lismore City Infrastructure Alliance
3. Procurement Website â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Buy Local Gateway
4. Lismore Education Plan
5. Future Leaders Group/Entrepreneurs Assist
6. Arts Hub
7. Workforce Development Plan
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Business attraction and retention Employment generation Improved business owner customer satisfaction
From partnering budget
Lismore is a well networked city, proactive in its approach towards partnering
From partnering budget
Activity 1 | Business Friendly Council 1.1
Establish benchmarks for a business friendly Council
1.2
Implement Council business processes that support achievement of benchmarks
1.3
Promotional campaign rollout
1.4
Monitoring and evaluation
Executive Director Sustainable Development
Activity 2 | Lismore City Infrastructure Alliance 2.1
Develop alliance to share knowledge and work together on enabling infrastructure (roads, energy, digital economy, etc.)
2.2
Establish an infrastructure register
2.3
Identify and implement enabling infrastructure projects
Executive Director Infrastructure Services
Activity 3 | Procurement Website â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Buy Local Gateway 3.1
Finalise technology scope
3.2
Supplier Registration Day events
3.3
Supplier support program
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Procurement site launched Registration days hosted Supplier registration targets met
From partnering budget
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
our economy
Activities
Responsible Person
Timeframes
Performance Measures
Costs $
Enhanced learning frameworks Increased number of students accessing higher education Industry participation
From partnering budget
2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 4 | Lismore Education Plan 4.1
Establish education forum group
4.2
Mapping of education delivery and SWOT analysis
4.3
Develop Education Plan projects and action plan
4.4
Implementation
Manager Integrated Planning
Activity 5 | Future Leaders Group/Entrepreneurs Assist 5.1
Develop partnerships to create a forum to develop future leaders in Lismore
5.2
Design forum program and associated leader development program
5.3
Implement leadership development program
Executive Director Sustainable Development
Creation of measurably better leaders
From partnering budget
Manager Arts, Tourism and Leisure
Council attracts significant investment
From partnering budget
Council participates in a project that addresses skills shortages
From partnering budget
Activity 6 | Arts Hub 6.1
Support a development group that coordinates fundraising and support for a Lismore Arts Hub
Activity 7 | Workforce Development Plan 7.1
In partnership with key stakeholders identify future industry employment and skills shortages
7.2
Development and finalisation of workforce development strategy
7.3
Implementation of workforce development strategy
Executive Director Sustainable Development
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Business facilitation
That business facilitation enquiries have an initial response time of one business working day
Director Sustainable Development
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OUR ENVIRONMENT
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our environment
12. Community Vision: Wilsons River
10 Year Objectives
1. Wilsons River regeneration and river walk
2. Wilsons River Footbridge
3. Riparian Restoration Prioritisation and Education Project
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Timeframes
Costs $
2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 1 | Wilsons River regeneration and river walk 1.1
Steering group established and scope defined
1.2
Site plan development and prioritisation of works and milestones
1.3
Clean up of river in CBD
Manager Integrated Planning
Site plan complete
From partnering budget
Work proceeding to schedule 25,000
Activity 2 | Wilsons River Footbridge 2.1
Continue discussions with potential partners regarding the possibility of funding a footbridge over the Wilsons River
Business Facilitator
Stakeholder meetings held
From partnering budget
Partner Gp Establish maps/ report to identify restoration areas Education & toolkit produced Length of waterways restored
From operational budgets and grant funding
Activity 3 | River Restoration and Education 3.1
Form project team and partnership
Manager Integrated Planning RRCC
3.2
Priority restoration area analysis
3.3
Education â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;How to do itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; toolkit for riparian restoration
3.4
On-ground restoration works
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Coastal Zone Management Plan
Implementation of annual works plans
Manager Integrated Planning & CZMP Implementation Gp (Ballina, Richmond Valley & Lismore)
Cleaner Waterways Program
Implementation of annual works plans
Manager Integrated Planning & Manager Works
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our environment
13. Community Vision: Environmental leadership
10 Year Objectives
1. Environmental Partnering Project – Rural Landholder Capacity Building
2. Implement the Comprehensive Koala Plan of Management for SE Lismore
3. Develop and Implement a Biodiversity Management Strategy
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Natural Resource Manager Officer & partnering group established Communication network established Information needs analysis completed Information delivered via network
From partnering budget
Increase koala habitat quality and quantum
From existing operational budget and partnering budget
Activity 1 | Rural Landholder Capacity Building 1.1
Engage Natural Resource Manager Integrated Management Officer & Planning establish partnership with rural landholders to improve the capacity for sustainable farming and long-term profitability
1.2
Develop rural landholder communication network and needs analysis
1.3
Develop best practice land management prgms
1.4
Information delivery to support best land management practices
Activity 2 | Koala Plan of Management 2.1
Develop, implement and train regulatory and monitoring procedures
2.2
Implement habitat restoration and management actions
2.3
Develop and implement communication and education activities
2.4
Implement dog management program
2.5
Audit, develop and implement koala road safety measures
Manager Integrated Planning
Increased koala population
Activity 3 | Biodiversity Management Strategy 3.1
Develop Biodiversity Management Strategy
3.2
Implement Biodiversity Strategy Council has applied for $4 million under the Biodiversity Fund for its ‘Red Earth Green Veins’ project. If successful will remove the need for funds in 2015 & 2016.
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Strategy developed on time and budget Priority actions implemented on time and budget Increase region’s biodiversity
60,000
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
our environment
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
• Public health (e.g. food premises, public swimming pools, legionella etc.) • Environmental compliance (e.g. noise, water, air quality) • Littering/illegal dumping/pollution
Program published for compliance inspection frequency and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Manager Development & Compliance
Animal control
Action taken to ensure companion animals known to Council are registered and micro-chipped, and the number of impounded animals euthanased is minimised. Off-leash areas are provided and properly managed. Matters brought to attention of Council are investigated in accordance with best practice principles, and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Manager Development & Compliance
Environmental monitoring
Monitoring undertaken on a monthly basis in pre-determined locations for representative monitoring and published
Manager Development & Compliance
On site sewage management
Program published for compliance inspection frequency and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Manager Development & Compliance
Private cemeteries and burials
Applications considered and determined in a timely manner in accordance with Council policy
Manager Development & Compliance
Environmental education
Education programs undertaken throughout the year for various environmental issues
Manager Development & Compliance
Coastal zone management plan
Annual Works Plan delivered
Manager Integrated Planning
Cleaner waterways program
Annual Works Plan delivered
Manager Integrated Planning
DA – ecological assessments as required Excellent service delivery to clients
Manager Integrated Planning
Corporate sustainability and emissions reduction
Annual Works Plan delivered
Manager Integrated Planning
Environmental education
Annual Works Plan delivered
Manager Integrated Planning
Legislated environmental reporting (including State of Environment)
Meet legislative requirements
Manager Integrated Planning
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14. Community Vision: Lismore as a model of sustainability
10 Year Objectives
1. To have Lismore recognised nationally and internationally as a centre for sustainable living
2. Make Council self-sufficient in electricity from renewable sources
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Manager Integrated Planning
MOU established
From partnering budget
Manager Integrated Planning
Feasibility assessments complete
From operational budget
Activity 1 | Complete the Farming the Sun Project 1.1
Establish renewable energy partnership
1.2
Formulate project
1.3
Complete feasibility assessments for hosting community-owned solar farms (Farming the Sun) at Council sites
1.4
Commence construction of Farming the Sun program
Solar farms installed at Councils sites Reduced energy costs and increased use of renewable energy sources
Activity 2 | Councils self-sufficiency in electricity project to project schedule 2.1
Develop a Corporate Energy Management Master Plan which incorporates a Corporate Renewable/ Decentralised Energy Plan to meet the GMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s renewable energy challenge
2.2
Implement plan
Manager Integrated Planning
Corporate Renewable/ Decentralised Energy Plan implemented
From partnering budget
Corporate emissions reduction action implemented, Renewable energy partnerships
CCP Implementation Fund, partnering budget & external grants
LCC making measurable progress towards self-sufficiency on renewable energy by 2023
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Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
our environment
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Corporate sustainability - staff education and engagement
To ensure sustainability principles are applied in all Council business. To foster a knowledge and understanding of sustainability principles, and to maintain a culture of sustainability in support of councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision, mission, values and Imagine Lismore
Manager Integrated Planning
Corporate Sustainability - GHG emissions monitoring, reporting, and reduction plan
To continue to make significant progress in reducing Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emissions. Showing leadership to other local organisations with the comprehensive LCC Emissions Monitoring & Reporting Strategy and Action Plan
Manager Integrated Planning
Implement emissions reduction action
To project manage successful CEEP grant-funded projects to upgrade and retrofit Council sites To apply for relevant grant funding applications to implement sustainable initiatives at Council
Identify, develop and maintain partnerships with key external agencies and stakeholders to build community capacity in the area of sustainability
Lismore Leaders Group Participation in community capacity building projects ie Sustainable House Day, Farming the Sun, school education programs Maintain active membership with Sustain Northern Rivers (SNR)
Manager Integrated Planning
Active member of OEH Sustainability Advantage program
Liaise with and show leadership and support to local business Attainment of Gold status
Manager Integrated Planning
Corporate sustainability and emissions reduction
Annual Works Plan delivered
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10 Year Objectives
1. To provide effective and efficient waste collection and disposal services
2. To maximise recovery and reuse of materials from the waste stream
3. Future waste strategy
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Timeframes
Costs $
2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 1 | Develop Landfill Cell 2 1.1
Tender the construction of Landfill Cell 2
1.2
Construct Landfill Cell 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Stage 1 (Stage 2 expected 2019/2020)
1.3
Commission Cell 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Stage 1
Manager Commercial Services
30,000 2,500,000
Activity 2 | Construct Materials Recovery Facility 2.1
Construct the Materials Recovery Facility and Glass Processing Plant
2.2
Commission and operate the Materials Recovery Facility and Glass Processing Plant
Manager Commercial Services
3,655,000
Activity 3 | Develop Future Waste Strategy 3.1
Investigate options under Manager Commercial new legislation Services
3.2
Development of new projects
30,000
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Collection and disposal of domestic, commercial and industrial waste
Measure tonnes of materials collected from different waste streams
Manager Commercial Services
Sort, recover and divert materials from the waste stream
Exceed both the NSW and Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery waste diversion targets Ongoing year on year waste to landfill
Manager Commercial Services
Education of residents in the management of waste
Scheduled training completed
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10 Year Objectives
1. Section 94 Contributions Plan
2. New Land Release Planning
3. Preparation of planning instruments and strategies in accordance with new Planning Act
4. Floodplain Risk Management Plan
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
New s94 in place and fully trained by 2014
From operational budgets
Plans in place to inform and support land release projects Land releases processed in a timely manner consistent with the strategic direction of the Growth Management Strategy and any relevant planning legislation
From operational budgets
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
Activity 1 | Section 94 Contributions Plan 1.1
Prepare new Section 94 Contributions Plan
Manager Integrated Planning
Activity 2 | New Land Release Planning 2.1
Preparation of new Infrastructure Delivery Plans (IDPs)
Manager Integrated Planning
2.2
Planning Proposals to support land releases
Manager Integrated Planning
Activity 3 | Preparation of planning instruments and strategies in accordance with new Planning Act 3.1
Conduct community forums to inform planning strategy
3.2
Responding to white papers
3.3
Preparation of instruments and strategies
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Community forums provided to support land use planning as and when required by the community and statutory obligation in keeping with statutory timeframes
From operational budget
2016/17
our services Activities
Responsible Person
Timeframes
Performance Measures
Costs $
Plan prepared in accordance with state floodplain guidelines Relevant information integrated into land-use planning and disclosed as appropriate to flood risk
10,0000
2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 4 | Floodplain Risk Management Plan 4.1
Finalise Floodplain Risk Management Plan
Manager Integrated Planning
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Provide strategic planning advice
All advice to be provided in a timely manner and consistent with Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s risk management policies and customer service requirements
Manager Integrated Planning
Local Environmental Plan
Environment zones to be dealt with in a timely manner after the State Government has completed its review of the application of these zones
Manager Integrated Planning
Planning advice
High quality pre-lodgement advice and meetings with proponents to ensure awareness of planning issues prior to application preparation
Manager Development & Compliance
Development Applications
Timely assessment of competent applications that take into account relevant and statutory considerations and accord with best practice planning principles
Manager Development & Compliance
Construction certification and inspections
Provision of certification and inspection services that fulfil statutory obligations and are competitive with the private sector
Manager Development & Compliance
Ancillary approvals
Provide application/assessment processes that eliminate/reduce red tape for proponents but still satisfy statutory obligations
Manager Development & Compliance
Certificates
Applications for certificates are determined in a timely manner and automated where data integrity allows
Manager Development & Compliance
Illegal building works/Land use complaints/Investigations
Matters brought to attention of Council are investigated in accordance with best practice principles, and enforcement action taken in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Manager Development & Compliance
Fire safety
Annual certification of fire safety measures in buildings is required in accordance with published fire safety program, and routine audits, inspections and advice provided to building owners to increase awareness of fire safety issues, including enforcement action in accordance with enforcement policy and guidelines published by Council
Manager Development & Compliance
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10 Year Objectives
1. Park and playground upgrades
2. Amenities and post service wake facility
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Timeframes
Performance Measures
Costs $
Quality Safety Function
380,000
2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
Activity 1 | Park and Playground Maintenance 1.1
Stage 1 – Heritage, Wade Manager Works and Kadina Parks
1.2
Stage 2 – Heritage, Wade and Kadina Parks
1.3
Stage 3 – Heritage, Wade and Kadina Parks
1.4
Stage 4 – Heritage, Wade and Kadina Parks
Activity 2 | Crematorium amenity and post service wake facility 2.1
Construction of office, staff amenities, disabled access to existing offices, improvements to existing office/customer reception area, provision of wake facility and associated infrastructure
Manager Commercial Services
250,000
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Maintain parks and playground facilities
Assets maintained in a clean and presentable condition for use by the public
Manager Works
Maintain gardens
Gardens are kept in a clean and presentable manner
Manager Works
Maintain and prepare sporting fields
Sporting fields are prepared for the relevant sporting code in an acceptable manner
Manager Works
Maintain and prepare cemeteries
Cemeteries are prepared in an acceptable manner
Manager Commercial Services
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2016/17
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10 Year Objectives
1. To maintain and operate water and wastewater infrastructure assets in 2. accordance with government legislation and industry standards
3. To ensure that water and wastewater assets are upgraded to cater for future growth and development 4. Manage Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water supply and wastewater disposal functions in a sustainable manner 5. Undertake major capital works projects in accordance with the adopted Strategic Business Plan for Water and Wastewater
6. Manage Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stormwater drainage network in a sustainable manner
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Quality Quantity Function
765,000
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 1 | Water Main Renewals 1.1
Year 1- Water Mains Renewal Program
Manager Works
1.2
Year 2- Water Mains Renewal Program
1.3
Year 3- Water Mains Renewal Program
1,015,000
1.4
Year 4- Water Mains Renewal Program
1,015,000
1,262,000
Activity 2 | Wastewater Mains Renewals 2.1
Year 1- Sewer Mains Renewal Program
Manager Works
Quality Quantity Function
2.2
Year 2 - Sewer Mains Renewal Program
2.3
Year 3 - Sewer Mains Renewal Program
2,115,200
2.4
Year 4- Sewer Mains Renewal Program
2,075,200
2,884,000 2,112,200
Activity 3 | Water Asset Upgrades 3.1
North Lismore Plateau rezoning -Stage 1 Trunk main upgrade
3.2
Upgrade of Clunes water supply
630,000
3.3
Upgrade of Nimbin Water supply Stage 1
2,625,000
3.4
Upgrade of Nimbin Water supply Stage 2
4,200,000
3.5
Pineapple Road rezoning trunk main upgrade
788,000
Manager Works Manager Assets
Quality Safety Function
2,310,000
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Activities
Responsible Person
Timeframes
Performance Measures
Costs $
Quality Safety Function
24,700,000
2013/14
2014/15
Activity 4 | Wastewater Asset Upgrades 4.1
South Lismore STP upgrade stage 1
4.2
North Lismore Plateau rezoning - sewerage upgrade
4.3
Sewer pump station upgrades
4.4
Southern Trunk Main completion
Manager Works Manager Assets
3,150,000
2,720,000 Manager Assets
Activity 5 | Water and Wastewater Strategic Planning 5.1
Review Council Strategic Business Plan for Water and Wastewater
5.2
Review Development Servicing Plan for Water and Wastewater
5.3
Prepare Servicing Strategies for urban release areas
5.4
Northern Front sewerage strategy - Stage 1 (serving Trinity, Pineapple and Lagoons Grass)
Manager Assets
Engage consultant Sep 2013 Final plans adopted June 2014
30,000
15,000
Ongoing – Review March
Activity 6 | Stormwater 6.1
Review the application of Council’s Stormwater Management Charge
6.2
Review Council’s Stormwater Management Plan
Manager Assets Manager Integrated Planning
Complete March 2014 Complete June 2015
Recurrent Activities What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Water main repairs
Repairs carried out in accordance with specifications and with minimal disruption to customers
Manager Works
Wastewater main repairs
Repairs undertaken to sewer lines in Manager Works accordance with relevant standards, with minimal disruption to the customer
Water meter replacements
Meters replaced with minimal disruption to the customer
Manager Works
Water reservoir maintenance and operations
Integrity of water reservoirs monitored to ensure to ensure secure water supply for customers
Manager Works
Nimbin Water Supply operations
Operations of Nimbin Water Supply carried out to ensure water supply safe for consumer
Manager Works
Trade waste operations
Trade waste managed to comply with government legislation
Manager Works
Wastewater treatment plant operations
Wastewater treatment plants operated in accordance with government legislation
Manager Works
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2015/16
2016/17
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What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Wastewater pump station operations
Wastewater pump stations operated to ensure minimal overflow
Manager Works
Maintain relationship with Regional Bulk Water Authority, Rous Water
Attendance at meetings
Manager Assets
Undertake modelling of Council’s water and wastewater networks
Ongoing – analysis completed as required
Manager Assets
Maintain relationships with internal stakeholders
Survey of internal customers with minimum “satisfactory” rating
Manager Assets
Maintain relationships with external stakeholders
Attendance at external stakeholder meetings
Manager Assets
19. Transport and Infrastructure
10 Year Objectives
To be a principle supplier of first class aggregate, road base, and asphalt products in the region 1. Establish blending plant 2.
Part 3A compliance
3. Asphalt plant upgrade To maintain and develop the airport facility to ensure ongoing RPT and GA service to the Lismore Local Government Area 4. Runway sealing 5. Airport operation improvements 6. Development of general aviation area To maintain transport and infrastructure assets to an acceptable standard, ensuring they reach the end of their design life 7. Road Construction Urban and Rural Road Rehabilitation 8.
Improve the overall condition of road and infrastructure assets
9.
Manage and maintain Council’s road network to appropriate standards
Manage and maintain Council’s building and property infrastructure to appropriate standards 10. Manage and maintain building and property infrastructure 11. Provide support for road safety initiatives and programs Fleet management 12. To maintain and develop the fleet services to maximise plant efficiencies for operational activities 13. To deliver specialist services to external customers in the region
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Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Activity 1 | Quarry Blending Plant 1.1
Issue Tender for Blending Manager Commercial Plant Services
1.2
Obtain approval for the purchase
1.3
Purchase and Commission Plant
1,000,000
Activity 2 | Upgrade to Nimbin Road as part of Blakebrook Quarry Upgrade 2.1
Road works
2.2
Biodiversity offset
Manager Commercial Services
950,000 950,000
Activity 3 | Asphalt Plant Upgrade 3.1
Increase storage capacity for bitumen
3.2
Replace cone, improve heating efficiencies
3.3
New control room to improve efficiencies
3.4
Replace lime silo
3.5
Scrubber changed to bag house
3.6
Hot storage bins
Manager Commercial Services
1,000,000
Activity 4 | Airport Tarmac Maintenance 4.1
General aviation area asphalt overlay
4.2
Runway refurbish or overlay
Manager Commercial Services
50,000 150,000
Activity 5 | Airport Security Upgrade 5.1
Security fencing improvement
5.2
Backup runway lighting
Manager Commercial Services
12,000 15,000
Activity 6 | Increase of General Aviation Area 6.1
Develop plans and achieve DA approval
6.2
Develop blocks
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Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
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Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 7 | Road Construction Urban and Rural Road Rehabilitation 7.1
Reconstruct and upgrade urban streets and rural roads year 1
7.2
Reconstruct and upgrade urban streets and rural roads year 2
3,093,000
7.3
Reconstruct and upgrade urban streets and rural roads year 3
3,171,000
7.4
Reconstruct and upgrade urban streets and rural roads year 4
3,250,000
7.5
Rehabilitate urban and rural roads year 1
1,400,000
7.6
Rehabilitate urban and rural roads year 2
1,450,000
7.7
Rehabilitate urban and rural roads year 3
1,500,000
7.8
Rehabilitate urban and rural roads year 4
1,550,000
7.9
Replacement of galvanised culverts
400,000
Manager Works
Quality Safety Function
2,760,000
Activity 8 | Improve the overall condition of road and infrastructure assets 8.1
Resurface urban streets and rural roads – year 1
Manager Works
Quality Quantity Function
1,700,000
8.2
Resurface urban streets and rural roads – year 2
1,740,000
8.3
Resurface urban streets and rural roads – year 3
1,830,000
8.4
Resurface urban streets and rural roads – year 4
1,830,000
Activity 9 | Manage and maintain Council’s road network to appropriate standards 9.1
Undertake condition and roughness survey of roads
9.2
Prepare Forward Works Program for sealed roads based on strategy in Morrison Low Report and Condition Survey Results
Manager Assets
Completed November 2013 Ongoing. Ready March each year Unit replaced by 30 June 2014
30,000
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Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Activity 10 | Manage and maintain building and property infrastructure 10.1
Undertake investigation into options, cost and feasibility of installing a lift in the former Council Chambers - Molesworth Street
10.2
Complete electrical upgrade of Lismore Tourist Caravan Park in conjunction with planned improvements by lessee
Complete July 2014
10.3
Undertake upgrade of hot water systems to energy efficient units in all Council buildings
Complete December 2013
Manager Assets
Assessment complete June 2013/14
Activity 11 | Road Safety 11.1
Review Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s methods of delivery for Road Safety Programs
Manager Assets
Review complete September 2013
Activity 12 | Fleet Replacement 12.1
Manage the Fleet Replacement Program
Manager Commercial Services
17,827,247
Activity 13 | Fleet Technology 13.1
Review available fleet management technologies
13.2
Develop a plan for integration of systems into the fleet
13.3
Integrate systems with fleet
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200,000
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
our services
What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Provision of quarry products to meet market demands
Adequate stocks on the ground to supply customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; requirements
Manager Commercial Services
Provide a suitable airport facility to meet local requirements
Provide required infrastructure to Maintain CASA Certification. Monitor airport usage
Manager Commercial Services
Road maintenance and repair
Repairs are carried out in accordance with specifications
Manager Works
Bridge maintenance and repair
Repairs are undertaken in accordance with bridge specifications
Manager Works
Bridge replacement
Replacement of timber bridges with concrete structures
Manager Works
Road street sweeping
Urban streets are swept to remove dirt, grime and litter
Manager Works
Stormwater drainage maintenance
Drains and pits are kept clear and allow stormwater to flow freely
Manager Works
Footpath maintenance and replacement
Trip hazards removed for public safety Poor sections of footpath renewed
Manager Works
Car park maintenance
Car parks are kept free of debris and litter. Pavement kept in good condition
Manager Works
Unsealed road maintenance
Gravel roads are graded to provide smooth and stable surface
Manager Works
Sign maintenance
Road signage maintained to ensure remains eligible and fit for purpose
Manager Works
Roadside slashing
Road verges are slashed at least 3 times per annum
Manager Works
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10 Year Objectives
1. Australian Business Excellence Framework (ABEF)
2. Councillor development
3. Service Level Review
4. IT Infrastructure Replacement Strategy
5. Promotion and Marketing – Lismore Pride and Identity
6. Zero Based Budgeting
7. Financial Sustainability Policy
8. Long Term Financial Plan
9. Review of People Management Processes
10. Workforce Management Strategy
11. Regional Resource Sharing
12. Manage Council’s Assets in a responsible and sustainable manner
13. Ensure Council is well prepared and responds appropriately to emergencies and natural disasters (DISPLAN) 14. Manage Council’s land and property activities in accordance with legislative requirements and corporate objectives
15. State of the Community Report
Four Year Program Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Activity 1 | Australian Business Excellence Framework 1.1
Establish an ABEF implementation plan
1.2
Establish ABEF committee and staffing
1.3
Implement ABEF
Manager Corporate Services
Realise $250,000 worth of saving or service improvements each year
From operational budget
90% Councillor satisfaction with professional development
From operational budget
Activity 2 | Manage Councillor Development 2.1
Establish professional development needs for councillors
2.2
Develop training plans
2.3
Conduct training
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2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
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Activities
Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 3 | Conduct a Service Level Review of all Council services 3.1
Define current service standards
3.2
Define the community’s service standard expectations
3.3
Define new service standards
3.4
Implement new service standards
Manager Corporate Services
From operational budget
Activity 4 | IT Infrastructure Replacement Strategy 4.1
Server replacements
4.2
Storage replacements
4.3
Network replacements
Manager Information Technology
Business Hours Availability better than 98%. Sufficient data storage needs. Business Hours Availability better than 98%.
80,000 20,000 75,000
Activity 5 | Promotion and Marketing – Lismore Pride and Identity 5.1
Document Lismore’s identify and aspirations Develop Lismore’s identity and unique selling points
5.2
Consolidate the Lismore Come to the Heart brand around the documented identity
5.3
Realise partnership and funding opportunities with stakeholders who have a vested interested in the promotion of Lismore
5.4
Develop a marketing and promotions program around the brand
Manager Corporate Services
To create pride, visitation and investment in Lismore
From operational budgets
Activity 6 | Zero Based Budgeting 6.1
Document project scope and gain endorsement
6.2
Commence process of review
Manager Finance
From operational budget
Activity 7 | Financial Sustainability Policy 7.1
Develop a policy that clear articulates what financial sustainability means
Manager Finance
Policy adopted by Council
From operational budget
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Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Activity 8 | Long Term Financial Plan 8.1
Review the Long Term Financial Plan in conjunction with the quarterly budget review and annual operational plan
Manager Finance
Revision of Long Term Financial Plan adopted by Council on a quarterly and annual basis
From operational budget
Activity 9 | Review of People Management Processes 9.1
Prioritise the recommendations of the Human Resources Review
9.2
Engage a change agent partner to assist the implementation of the recommendations
9.3
Implement Human Resource review recommendations
9.4
Monitor, evaluate and report on change program
Manager Human Resources
Completion of change program with new capabilities, skills and behaviours reflected in delivery of HR Business Partner Model
From operational budget
Alignment and matching of human resources with councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strategic direction
From operational budget
Regional councils are able to address workforce planning issues by a regional approach to program and project development
From operational budget
Activity 10 | Workforce Management Strategy 10.1
Analyse current workforce and identify gaps
10.2
Forecast workforce requirements and identify gaps
10.3
Develop strategies to fill identified gaps
10.4
Implement, monitor and evaluate strategy
Manager Human Resources
Activity 11 | Regional Resource Sharing 11.1
In partnership with NOROC Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s develop an ageing workforce options paper
11.2
Create a regional Memorandum of Understanding between councils
11.3
Seek NOROC endorsement of a scholarship system
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2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
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Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
Activity 12 | Manage Council’s Assets 12.1
Authority Asset Manager Assets Management software implementation – Stage 2
Complete 1 July 2013
12.2
Authority Asset Management software implementation – Stages 3&4
Complete 30 June 120,000 2014
12.3
Undertake maturity assessment of asset management capability
Complete 31 July 2014
12.4
Investigate and implement system to record data/ information into Council’s asset management system for new assets
Complete December 2013
50,000
12.5
Prepare advanced asset management plans for all asset groups in accordance with the timetable in the asset management strategy
Ongoing – Review March
100,000
12.6
Undertake revaluation of Transport Assets in accordance with DLG requirements
Complete June 2014
40,000
12.7
Undertake revaluation of Community, Land Improvements and other assets in accordance with DLG requirements
Complete June 2016
30,000
12.8
Undertake revaluation of water and wastewater assets
Complete June 2017
30,000
12.9
Investigate and resolve ownership of Lismore Levee Infrastructure with Richmond River County Council
Complete December 2014
Activity 13 | Council is well prepared and responds appropriately to emergencies and natural disasters (DISPLAN) 13.1
Complete a Review of Council’s DISPLAN
13.2
Upgrade floodgate winch system Hollingworth Creek pump station
Manager Assets
Complete December 2013 Complete December 2013
From operational budget
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Responsible Person
Performance Measures
Costs $
Activity 14 | Council’s land and property activities 14.1
Sell 9 Club Lane
Manager Assets
Sale December 2013
14.2
Investigate options for disposal of Rochdale Theatre, 603 Ballina Road
Report to Council February 2014
14.3
Pursue sale of land at Airport Industrial Estate
Ongoing – review March
14.4
Participate in rezoning process for Council owned portion of North Lismore Plateau land development
Ongoing – review March
14.5
Pursue sale of Council owned land at Bristol Circuit, Goonellabah
Ongoing – review March
14.6
Investigate, prepare and implement a strategy to dispose of surplus pocket parks
Ongoing – review March
14.7
Upgrade structural capacity of Wyreema communications tower in conjunction with lease to RFS
Work Complete July 2013
14.8
Secure a tenant for Council’s former CBD Office in Magellan Street
Tenant secured December 2013
14.9
Investigate options for sale of Council property 55-59 Magellan Street
Complete June 2014
Activity 15 | State of the Community Report 15.1
Establish a Steering Committee to develop the SotCR community wellbeing indicators and framework model
15.2
Work with partners to establish focus area specific data collection parameters
15.3
Author the inaugural State of the Community Report
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Wellbeing indicators and framework finalised State of the Community Report complete
Partnering budget
Timeframes 2013/14
2014/15
2015/16
2016/17
our services What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Risk management
All corporate risks identified with mitigation strategies identified All disaster recovery plans updated
Manager Corporate Services
Performance management
Monthly report provided to the Executive Committee for all Council projects and performance measures Six monthly report provided to Council
Manager Corporate Services
Councillor support
90% Councillor satisfaction rating
Manager Corporate Services
Corporate planning
Delivery Plan review and Operational Plan complete by June 30 each year
Manager Corporate Services
Core IT systems availability
Business hours availability Better than 98%
Manager Information Services
IT network availability
Business hours availability Better than 98%
Manager Information Services
Helpdesk requests
Satisfactory response Measured by survey
Manager Information Services
Financial reporting and management accounting – statutory and management reporting, taxation, investments, grant acquittal and banking
In accordance with legislative, Council and management requirements
Manager Finance
Rates, water and debt collection – the issue of rate assessments and water accounts, and debt collection of outstanding rates, water and sundry debtor balances.
In accordance with legislative, Council and management requirements
Manager Finance
Creditors/debtors – payment of creditor invoices and issuing of sundry debtor invoices
In accordance with Council and management requirements
Manager Finance
Payroll – fortnightly pay of all Council employees and associated payroll deductions
In accordance with Award, Council and management requirements
Manager Finance
Mayor and Councillor support – provide support to the Mayor and Councillors for all civic related activities
To the satisfaction of the Mayor and Councillors
Manager Finance
Management of pogram area – provision of organisation wide Human Resources and Organisational Development support and advisory services
Provision of staff employment conditions, administration and management of employee records in accordance with the Local Government Award and all employment related legislation
Manager Human Resources
Work health and safety – provision of expertise, compliance auditing and advice
Ensure Council is meeting legislative requirements. Support the maintenance of an effective and compliant WHS Management System for Council
Manager Human Resources
Injury management –intensive case management of injured workers, identification and strategies to address wellness and causal factors of injuries and return to work programs
Active reduction of Council’s Workers Compensation premium costs. Workforce that is fit for duties
Manager Human Resources
Employee relations – Provision of high level advice relating to Local Government Award compliance and industrial issues relating to conditions of employment, grievances and disputes
Ensure Council is meeting legislative requirements. and is focussing on maintaining a productive employee relations climate
Manager Human Resources
Information services
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our services
What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Manager Human Resources Training & Talent Management – Coordination and scheduling of compliance training, traineeships/ apprenticeships and financial support for further education/professional development. (standards – promote a learning organisation and ensure that adequate succession planning is in place to contribute to the sustainability of the organisation into the future)
Manager Human Resources
Recruitment – coordination of administration to support job grading processes, advertising of vacancies, interviewing and selection for placement within the organisation structure. (standards – promote of Council as an employer of choice. Attract and recruit staff of a high calibre who embody the organisation’s values in the way they approach their work and their colleagues)
Manager Human Resources
Organisational development – cultural change programs, staff performance management and leadership development program initiatives. (Standards – develop a strong and positive organisation culture where staff performance and contribution to their team is closely with the organisation’s purpose) Implement Council’s Asset Management Strategy
Ongoing and as per deadlines in the Strategy – review annually in March
Manager Assets
Maintain data in Council’s AM software and GIS software
Ongoing and complete 30 May each year for financial statements
Manager Assets
Coordinate operation and maintenance of flood levee system
4 monthly audits completed No incidents of flooding due to malfunction or failure to close gates
Manager Assets
Liaise with emergency service organisations
KPI – survey “satisfactory” rating
Manager Assets
Support strategies from external organisations to raise flood awareness
KPI - positive participation
Manager Assets
Provide administrative support to Local Attendance at 4 meetings/annum Emergency Management Committee and Agendas issued, minutes taken Local Rescue Committee
Manager Assets
Attend Regional Emergency Management Committee meetings
Attendance at 3 meetings/year Reports lodged for each meeting as required
Executive Director Infrastructure Services and Manager Assets
Participate in the Northern Rivers Bushfire Management Committee
Attendance at all Bushfire Management Committee meetings Attendance at Zone Liaison Committee meetings
Manager Assets
Provide information to community during emergency events via SMS and Myroadinfo
KPI – as required
Manager Assets
Manage Crown Land in accordance with legislative requirements
Lodgement of annual report with Crown by 30 September Quarterly Reserve Trust meetings held Plans of Management in place
Manager Assets
Manage Leasing and Licensing of Council owned land and property
No expired tenancies
Manager Assets
Undertake sales and purchase of land
Sales/purchases completed as required
Manager Assets
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What we do
What standards we expect
Who does it?
Maintain authority land register
Register complete and accurate by 30 June annually
Manager Assets
Maintain authority lease register
No expired leases
Manager Assets
Establish and maintain Authority contracts register
No expired contracts
Manager Assets
Provide support to internal customers in procurement and contract management activities
Survey of internal customers with “satisfactory” rating achieved
Manager Assets
Maintain trades and services directory
Annual audit December to identify non-compliant contractors – zero discovered
Manager Assets
Maintain and review policy as required
Policies reviewed annually - June
Manager Assets
There is ithin tw agreemenm nity the com gouals about
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Imagine Lismore One Year Plan 2013-2014 Background
2013/14 Budget
In accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1993, the Imagine Lismore One Year Plan 2013-2014 (Plan) has been prepared and adopted by Council. The key components of the Plan are:1. Imagine Lismore 4 Year Plan 2013-2017 projects to be undertaken during the year, 2. Budget, 3. Revenue Policy for rates and fees & charges, and 4. Proposed borrowings.
The following objectives were targeted when preparing the 2013/14 Budget (Budget):a) Progressive implementation of ‘Imagine Lismore’, b) Increasing funds for Asset Management, c) Achieving financial sustainability in the medium to long term, and d) A balanced budget, from a cash perspective. The Budget is a consolidation of three separate funds being General, Wastewater and Water Funds. While General Fund revenues can be applied to any purpose allowed by the Local Government Act 1993 or any other Act, revenues collected in Wastewater and Water Funds must be expended for the purpose they were collected. As such, information is provided on all Funds separately.
Information and commentary on the following aspects of the Plan are provided below:1. 2013/14 Budget 2. Rates and Annual Charges 3. Fees & Charges 4. Borrowings 5. Capital Works
In summary, the key financial results and information for the Budget are:Description
General Surplus/(Deficit) $’000
Wastewater Surplus/(Deficit) $’000
Water Surplus/(Deficit) $’000
Budget Surplus/(Deficit) $’000
Total Budget
95,554
14,363
12,732
122,649
8,877
1,119
(493)
9,502
417
528
(493)
452
Net Operating Result for the Year Net Operating Result for the Year before Capital Grants and Contributions
(48)
Balanced
Balanced
(48)
Revenues
74,824
11,451
10,503
96,779
Expenses
65,947
10,333
10,997
87,277
Acquisition of Assets
24,076
3,830
1,541
29,447
Cash Position
With regards to the Budget results reported above, all have specific value and require due consideration:• Net Operating Result for the Year – This result is the anticipated financial performance of the Council for the financial year however it includes income for capital grants and contributions which has been received specifically for the purpose of capital works. The expenses associated with capital works are not included in the Net Operating Result for the Year and it is therefore considered that this result does not fully reflect Council’s financial performance for the year.It is highly desirable from a financial sustainability perspective that the Net Operating Result for the Year is a surplus.
It is highly desirable from a financial sustainability perspective that the Net Operating Result for the Year is a surplus.
• Net Operating Result for the Year before Capital Grants & Contributions – This is considered a more reliable measure of financial performance as it matches more accurately resources generated in recurrent operations against resources used in recurrent operations. There are some minor exceptions to this such as for expenditure being funded from reserves or unexpended grants.
It is essential from a financial sustainability perspective that the Net Operating Result for the Year before Capital Grants & Contributions is a surplus. This is achieved in General and Wastewater Funds, but not in Water Fund.
• Cash Position – This simply reflects the financial results from a cash perspective. The historical approach taken by Council has been to strive for a balanced cash result. For 2013/14, a $48,100 deficit has been adopted with the target to reduce this to a balanced result during the year.
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As the majority of proposed changes to the budget are easily reported in terms of the Cash Position, this approach is adopted for the following sections:General Fund A fundamental aspect to the Budget is to determine the recurrent budget base. The adopted 2012/13 Budget as at 31 December 2012 has been used for this purpose. This has been adjusted for one-off non recurrent items such as 2012/13 Delivery Plan projects, 2012/13 submissions and other approved recurrent changes. From this starting point, the non-discretionary changes and management recommended changes have been factored into the Budget. In addition, to provide the financial capacity to deliver the budget objectives listed above, ongoing savings from recurrent works and services and ongoing additional revenues are required. This is considered to be the first step in moving towards achieving financial sustainability and further changes will be required and are planned in the 2013 – 2023 Long Term Financial Plan. In 2013/14, these savings and revenues will be applied to:1. $700,000 – Increased funding for road resealing and rehabilitation 2. $350,000 – Funding for Imagine Lismore implementation including: i. CBD Improvements $125,000 ii. Partnership projects $ 75,000 iii. Communication and engagement $ 75,000 iv. Hospital precinct planning $ 50,000 v. Riverbank Project $ 25,000 The following table lists the proposed financial sustainability changes for 2013/14 from this process:Additional Revenues Introduction of Paid Parking Fees Increase Waste operations dividends Increase Quarry operations dividends Sub Total Savings Close the CBD Office Revised opening hours for the Goonellabah Branch Library Revised opening hours for the Lismore Library Revised funding sources for library services Reduce Councillor professional development funding Reduce Community Services Administration funding Reduce Disability Action Plan funding Reduce Events Support funding Eliminate sporting field improvement funding Reduce tree planting funding Reduce frequency of mowing park off-fields funding Eliminate planting of small trees at sporting fields funding Further reduce level of service (mowing & gardens) funding Eliminate mowing park off-fields ( Albert Park, Captain Rous, Robinsons Lookout etc.) funding Eliminate Road Safety funding Reduce Cycleway construction funding Eliminate Kerb & Gutter construction funding Reduce Stormwater construction funding Fund the net cost of rural cemeteries from Lawn/Crematorium operations Reduce Property staffing funding Reduce Human Resource staffing funding Reduce Information Services staffing funding Reduce postage and telephone costs Reduce Finance staffing funding Saving by all advertising to be by Corporate Newsletter Sub Total Total
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133,500 43,000 25,000 201,500 62,500 24,400 47,900 37,000 10,000 15,300 5,500 70,300 50,000 10,000 70,000 10,000 50,000 50,000 3,000 50,000 41,400 140,000 19,400 24,000 13,700 39,000 38,000 23,000 103,000 1,019,600 1,221,100
The previous changes, as well as the non-discretionary and management recommended changes for General Fund are summarised in the following table:Description 2012/13 Budget â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Surplus / (Deficit)
Amount ($41,400)
Less: 2012/13 Budget Changes Not Recurrent
(67,000)
Less: 2012/13 One-Off Changes
(35,000)
Less: 2013/14 Delivery Plan projects
(65,000)
Plus: 2013/14 Financial Sustainability Changes
1,232,600
Less: Increased Asset Management funding
(700,000)
Less: CSP Implementation
(350,000)
Plus: NCP/Dividends/Governance Charges Plus: Market Value Increment on Investments Less: Loan Repayments
47,000 200,000 (132,000)
Plus: Interest on Investments
75,800
Less: Operational Budget Changes (Net)
(110,600)
Less: Operational Budget Changes (Contracted)
(288,800)
Less: Outdoor (Wages) Increases
(489,900)
Less: Net Salary Increases
(283,700)
Plus: Staffing Moratorium
100,000
Plus: Net Rates Revenue
925,800
Less: 2013/14 Submissions Recommended
(27,200)
Less: Adjustments by Council 25/6/13 2013/14 Budget â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Surplus/ (Deficit)
(38,700) ($48,100)
Water & Wastewater Funds For both Water and Wastewater Funds, the budgets have been prepared taking into consideration information from Asset Management Plans and Fair Valuations. These indicate a significant increase in user charges is required so as to provide sufficient funding to appropriately fund asset management requirements and meet increased operating costs. The increases in the typical residential bills (TRB) are:1) Water Fund, the TRB will be $649, an increase of $59 or 10.1%, and 2) Wastewater Fund, the TRB is $738, an increase of $37 or 5.3%.
Rates and Annual Charges For a typical urban residential property, general rates, and waste, water and wastewater charges are anticipated to increase by $142.51 to $2, 822.39, or 5.32%, for 2013/14. While general rates are to increase by the 3.4% rate peg cap and waste charges by a similar percentage, water (10.1%) and wastewater (5.3%) charges have increased more to fully recover operating costs and to provide more funding for infrastructure renewal works. The following is a summary of the proposed changes to the rates and main annual charges factored into the budget: General Rates No changes to the adopted rating structure is planned for 2013/14, but the budget has been prepared on applying the full rate pegging increase of 3.4% to general rates. Special Rate Variation A Special Rate Variation (SRV) application to IPART for $106,500 for business promotion purposes was successful. This will replace the existing SRV approval that ceased on 30 June 2013 of $106,434 levied against business rated properties in the Lismore Urban Area. Waste Collection Services Waste collection service charges have prepared on a full cost recovery basis. As such, there are some significant changes. The Integrated Waste Service charge is to increase to $271 from $262. This is a $9 or 3.44% increase and reflects full cost recovery.
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The Waste Collection Service - Residential charge for rural areas is to increase to $323 from $284. This is a $39 or 13.73% increase and reflects full cost recovery. This service has been subsidised by the Integrated Waste Service charge since inception. The Business Collection Service - Urban charge will increase to $378 from $298. This is an $80 or 26.85% increase and reflects full cost recovery. Also, this is the first year that this service will attract GST hence $34.36 will be recoverable from the ATO if the property owner is registered for GST. The Business Collection Service â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rural charge will increase to $355 from $284. This is a $71 or 25% increase and reflects full cost recovery. Also, this is the first year that this service will attract GST hence $32.30 will be recoverable from the ATO if the property owner is registered for GST. The Nimbin Transfer Station charge will increase to $119.43 from $105. This is a $14.43 or 13.74% increase. Also, this is the first year that this service will attract GST hence $10.86 relates to GST. The Nimbin Transfer Station charge is levied against all rateable properties in the Nimbin & District Section 94 catchment area not receiving a waste collection service and is charged on a per dwelling basis. Council is seeking advice from the ATO if the GST can be removed from this charge. Council has also asked for a report on the viability of Nimbin Transfer Station and the potential impact of its closure. The Waste Minimisation charge will increase to $35.30 from $34.20. This is a $1.10 or 3.22% increase and reflects full cost recovery and change in services to be provided. Also, this is the first year that this service will attract GST hence $3.21 relates to GST. Part of the service offered will also change with one waste voucher and four tip free days a year instead of two waste vouchers and two tip free days per year. Wastewater Charges For 2013/14, residential charge will increase from $701 to $738. This is a $37 or 5.3% increase in the charge from 2012/13. Future price increases beyond CPI are anticipated. The following is a summary of the proposed charges:Wastewater Charges:
2013/14
2012/13
For single unit dwelling houses
$738.00
$701.00
For residential flats for each unit of occupancy
$516.60
$490.70
For non-domestic properties (excluding properties within the established strength category), per equivalent tenement
$738.00
$701.00
$442.80
$420.60
For properties not connected to a sewerage scheme and able to do so and located within 75 metres of a Council sewer
For 2013/14, the Council has introduced a rebated charge for occupied properties with stand-alone systems. For occupied properties with stand-alone systems of wastewater management not connected to the sewerage system, the charge will be $369. For occupied properties with dry composting toilets and no toilets connected to the sewerage system, the charge will be $553.50. Conditions apply and further details are available on application. Water Charges For 2013/14, consumption charges will increase to $2.72 per kilolitre from $2.48 per kilolitre, and the service availability charge to $185.36 per annum from $167.00 per annum. This increases the typical residential bill from $588 to $647 per annum; a $59 per annum or 10.1% increase. A summary of water charges follows:Water Charges Consumption Charge
2013/14
2012/13
$2.72 per kilolitre
$2.48 per kilolitre
20mm service
$185.36
$167.00
25mm service
$289.64
$260.92
32mm service
$474.60
$427.52
40mm service
$741.56
$668.00
50mm service
$1,158.52
$1,043.76
65mm service
$1,957.92
$1,763.92
80mm service
$2,965.76
$2,672.00
100mm service
$4,634.00
$4,175.00
150mm service
$10,426.52
$9,393.76
Unconnected Properties
$185.36
$167.00
Fire Service
$185.36
$167.00
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For 2013/14, the Council has introduced a rebated charge for occupied properties with stand-alone systems. The water availability charge for occupied properties with stand-alone water supply systems not connected to the reticulated water supply, the charge is $92.68. Conditions apply and further details are available on application. Summary More information on rating and all annual charges is provided in the Imagine Lismore 1 Year Plan Appendix 2013-2014 under the Statement of Revenue Policy.
Fees & Charges The 2013/14 Fees & Charges have been prepared and have generally been increased by 3% in accordance with Council’s policy 1.5.9 Pricing Policy – Fees & Charges. A full copy of the 2013/14 Fees & Charges is included in the Imagine Lismore 1 Year Plan Appendix 2013-2014 under Fees & Charges.
Borrowings The total of borrowings for new projects in 2013/14 is $4,050,000. A summary of new borrowings follows and some background information is provided on each:Description
Amount
Galvanised Culverts Program
$ 400,000
Waste Disposal – Material Recovery Facility
$1,100,000
Northern Rivers Quarry - Part 3A – Environmental Offsets
$ 200,000
Northern Rivers Quarry - Part 3A – Roadworks
$ 950,000
Wastewater Infrastructure – South Lismore STP Stage 1
$ 900,000
Water Infrastructure – Clunes & Nimbin Water Supply
$ 500,000
Total Loan Borrowings
$4,050,000
Capital Works A total of $29.447 million in capital works are included in the 2013/14 Budget with the major projects being:Description
Amount
Road & Associated Infrastructure Construction
$ 7,425,000
Building Better Regional Cities – Roads
$ 6,013,000
Wastewater – Infrastructure
$ 3,829,900
Waste Disposal – Materials Recovery Facility
$ 3,460,000
Plant Replacement Program
$ 3,400,900
Water – Infrastructure
$ 1,541,100
Northern Rivers Quarry & Asphalt – Part 3A
$ 1,150,000
Richmond Tweed Regional Library – Resources, etc.
$
799,000
The capital works total $24,076 million, $3.83 million, $1.541 million for General, Wastewater and Water Funds respectively.
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Rates & Annual Charges User Charges & Fees Interest & Investment Revenue Other Revenues Grants & Contributions provided for Operating Purposes Grants & Contributions provided for Capital Purposes
-
$
-
$
- Discontinued Operations - Profit/(Loss)
27,089 2,418 17,535 14,672 4,233
$ $ $ $ $ $
31,052 3,257 27,892 20,723 4,353 -
$ $ $ $ $ $
-
30,372 23,523 1,029 2,638 8,802 8,460
$
$ $ $ $ $ $
Employee Benefits & On-Costs Borrowing Costs Materials & Contracts Depreciation & Amortisation Other Expenses Net Losses from the Disposal of Assets
-
43,201 31,309 1,528 2,649 9,041 9,050
$
$ $ $ $ $ $
29,499 3,058 34,037 21,161 4,746 -
454 Net gains from the disposal of assets
41,137 28,821 1,781 2,527 7,206 8,458
Income Statement – Consolidated for year ending June 2014
-
10,075 243 408 11 124 590
2,257 372 3,514 4,185 5 -
-
2,754 7,543 91 115 -
1,706 466 6,843 1,866 115
$ $ $ $ $ $
$
$ $ $ $ $ $
-
$
-
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$
$ $ $ $ $ $
$
$ $ $ $ $ $
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Acquisition of Assets General Manager Acquisition of Assets Infrastructure Acquisition of Assets Sustainable Development Repayment of Principal on Loans
Loan Funds New Loan Funds Unexpended Unexpended Grants Used Developer Contributions Used Repayments / (Advances to) by Deferred Debtors
16,901 Reserve Funds Utilised - Transfer From (1,793) Reserve Funds Future Use - Transfer To
4,570 1,033 2,615 450 -
(750) Non-cash Developer Contributions
21,161
(1,087) Developer Contributions (Section 94) Net Movement
(71) (36,711) (1,687) (2,555)
-$ -$ -$ -$
700 -$
20,723 $
641 -$
198 27,975 1,273 5,925
$ $ $ $ 10,331 $ 14,015 -$
4,050 160 680 5,233 -
$ $ $ $ $
-
$
$ $ $ $ $
-
1,866
-
1,541 195
1,001
500 864 -
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$ 6,002 -$
900 3,829 -
10,331 $ 7,011 -$
2,650 160 680 540
$
$ -$ $ -$
4,185 $
-
3,830 200
700 $
14,672 $
$ -$
$ $ $ $ $
$ -$ $ -$
641 $
198 22,604 1,273 5,530
-$
$
-$
-$ -$ -$ -$
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Cash Flow Statement – Consolidated - for year ended June 2014
Consolidated
General
Wastewater
Water
Rates & Annual Charges User Charges & Fees Interest & Investment Revenue Received Grants & Contributions
Other
Employee Benefits & On-Costs Materials & Contracts Borrowing Costs Bonds & Deposits Refunded Other
42,955 30,876 1,560 17,666 2,540
30,291 23,353 1,061 16,837 2,529
10,002 243 408 714 11
2,662 7,280 91 115 -
(31,053) (29,209) (3,256) (4,353)
(27,089) (18,858) (2,418) (4,233)
(2,257) (3,511) (372) (5)
(1,707) (6,840) (466) (115)
27,726
21,473
5,233
1,020
813
-
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Purchase of Investment Property Purchase of Infrastructure, Property, Plant & Equipment
856 (30,693)
(25,279)
(3,830)
(1,585)
(29,838)
(24,466)
(3,830)
(1,542)
2,650 -
900 -
500 -
Repayment of Borrowings & Advances
4,050 (5,925)
(5,530)
(200)
(195)
(1,875)
(2,880)
700
305
(3,987)
(5,874)
2,103
(217)
19,186
15,488
2,829
869
15,199 9,208 24,407
9,615 5,366 14,981
4,932 3,261 8,193
652 581 1,233
Sale of Investment Property Sale of Real Estate Assets Sale of Infrastructure, Property, Plant & Equipment
Proceeds from Borrowings & Advances Proceeds from Finance Leases Other Financing Activity Receipts
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Summary by Cost Centre - for year ended 30 June 2014
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For more information contact: Lismore City Council Corporate Centre 43 Oliver Avenue, Goonellabah NSW 2480 | PO Box 23A Lismore NSW 2480 Business hours: 8.30am to 4.30pm Phone: 1300 87 83 87 | Fax: 02 66 250 400 Email: council@lismore.nsw.gov.au | www.lismore.nsw.gov.au