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Policies

Tourism Events Funding - Published: 15 Aug 2008
Applications for grant funding under Council’s Tourism Events Funding Policy are now being sought for proposals that meet the policy guidelines. The policy and application criteria are available to download here. Individuals and organisations may apply.
Applications for round one 2008/2009 close at 5pm on Friday 5th September 2008.
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Code Of Meeting Practice - Published: 19 Apr 2007
The Code sets out the rules of conduct for meetings of Council and its Committees. more ..

Code of Conduct - Published: 30 Jul 2007
This code assists council officials to:
• understand the standards of conduct that are expected of them
• enable them to fulfil their statutory duty to act honestly and exercise a reasonable degree of care and diligence
• act in a way that enhances public confidence in the integrity of local government. more ..

Payment of Expenses and Provision of Facilities to the Mayor and Councillors - Published: 30 Jul 2007
This policy ensures that Councillors are reimbursed for all expenses legitimately and reasonably incurred in performing the role of Councillor; establishes clear guidelines regarding the provision of facilities and equipment to Councillors and the permitted use of such facilities and equipment and provides for facilities and equipment to be made available to the Mayor and Councillors. more ..

Gifts & Benefits - Published: 29 Jul 2008
Establishes clear and objective requirements to assist in fulfilling the obligations of our Code of Conduct and our obligations to the broader community. more ..

Use of Council Logo by Outside Organisations and Individuals - Published: 30 Jul 2007
Prevents the unauthorised use of Council's Logo. more ..

Occupational Health & Safety - Published: 01 Aug 2007
Documents Goulburn Mulwaree Council’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy. more ..

Service Recognition Policy - Published: 29 Jul 2008
The aim of this policy is to formally recognise significant service milestones of the Councillors and staff of the Goulburn Mulwaree Council. more ..

Staff Training and Education - Published: 08 Aug 2007
This policy aims to develop a more highly skilled and equitable workforce. more ..

Media - Published: 08 Aug 2007
This policy recognises the value of the media as a means of Council communicating information to the public. more ..

Hospitality - Published: 08 Aug 2007
Establishes approval guidelines for hosting Civic Receptions and visiting delegations. more ..

Purchasing - Published: 10 Aug 2007
Addresses the key elements of the conduct of Council affairs in these areas and the principles that will guide its decision making process in purchasing. more ..

Corporate Uniform - Published: 29 Aug 2008
This policy aims to promote a professional and corporate image of staff employed within the Civic Centre, Tourist Centre, Library, Art Gallery, Community Centre and other designated workplaces. more ..

Councillor Training and Education Policy - Published: 29 Aug 2008
This policy has been established to demonstrate Goulburn Mulwaree Council’s commitment to ensuring Councillors have equal access to training and educational opportunities and ensuring Councillors have the opportunity to maintain their knowledge and skill base to contemporary standards and expectations. more ..

Internal Reporting Policy - Published: 10 Aug 2007
This policy provide a documented process on how councillors can access council records, access to council buildings; and  provides a clear and consistent framework for the reporting of, and appropriate application of sanctions for, breaches of this policy. more ..

Asset Management - Published: 10 Aug 2007
This Asset Management Policy demonstrates an organisational commitment towards the management of the community’s assets to provide the desired level of service in the most cost effective manner for present and future generations. more ..

Sponsorship - Published: 19 Sep 2007
This policy ensures a consistent approach to sponsorship opportunities; reduces corruption risks; sets rules; and identifies responsibility and accountability levels. more ..

Council Owned Land Sales - Published: 10 Aug 2007
This policy establishes criteria for the sale of Council owned land. more ..

Lease of Council Property - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy establishes criteria for the Lease of Council Property more ..

Credit Card Usage - Published: 13 Aug 2007
Provides for the use of credit cards by Council Employees more ..

Disposal of Surplus Goods - Published: 13 Aug 2007
Establishes a transparent disposal process which provides equity to all prospective interested parties and recognizes that some assets and goods could be transferred to community group/not for profit organizations. more ..

Council Investment - Published: 13 Aug 2007
Allows for the investing surplus funds, to the best advantage for Council whilst exhibiting the qualities of a prudent person. more ..

Supplementary Rates Policy - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To provide for the rating of properties created as a result of subdivisions. more ..

Water Leakage - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The object of this policy is to deal with enquiries regarding water leaks on private properties in an efficient manner. more ..

Financial Policies for Financial Sustainability - Published: 13 Aug 2007
Provides a framework for financial sustainability. more ..

Receipt of Payment by Credit Card - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To provide for the receipt of payments by credit cards. more ..

Debt Recovery - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to ensure that money owed to Council is collected as soon as possible through efficient and effective debt recovery procedures. more ..

Rating Mixed Development - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To provide for rating of parcels of land with both residential and business uses proportionally according to those uses, based on the Mixed Development Apportionment Factor (MDAF) determined by the Valuer General. more ..

Water Allowance - Medical Reason - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To assist residents who require extra water usage because of a special medical condition e.g. dialysis. more ..

Pensioner Rebate Policy - Published: 29 Jul 2008
The objective of this policy is to deal with enquiries regarding Pensioner concession for eligible cardholders. more ..

Email and Internet Use - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To identify the acceptable use of Council’s Email and Internet systems, and advise users of the monitoring of those systems under the Industrial Relations / Workplace Surveillance Act 2005 more ..

Tourism Events Funding - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To encourage the development and expansion of tourism events and to create a vibrant events calendar for visitors and local residents. more ..

Managing Waste from Outside the Council Area Policy - Published: 29 Jul 2008
The aim of this policy is to manage the receipt of waste from outside the boundaries of Goulburn Mulwaree Council. more ..

Motor Vehicle and Private Use - Published: 13 Aug 2007
1. In keeping with the Council’s commitment to providing improved community services and efficient resource management, Council must implement effective motor vehicle policies and administrative guidelines. It is responsibilities of General Manager to ensure all Council staff observes these guidelines.

2. To determine the type, capacity and management of Council's light vehicle fleet most suited to the Council's business needs.

3. To form the basis of an agreement between Goulburn Mulwaree Council and employees whereby the Council agrees to allow private use of a motor vehicle. more ..

Commercial Filming within the city - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To provide guidelines and conditions for commercial filming which promotes the Goulburn Mulwaree Council surrounds and its landmark features. more ..

Additional Domestic Waste Service - Published: 29 Jul 2008

The objective of this policy is to introduce a mechanism to provide an additional domestic waste bin to higher occupancy residences within the Goulburn and Marulan townships if required.

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Council Buildings and Facilities Display Areas - Published: 29 Jul 2008

This policy establish guidelines for the display of information at Council buildings.

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Management and Maintenance of Lawn Cemeteries - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To provide guidelines for the management and maintenance of Council controlled lawn cemeteries. more ..

Goulburn General Cemetery Master Plan - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy outlines the plan for the development and ongoing management of the Goulburn General Cemetery, Goulburn. more ..

Kenmore Cemetery Master Plan - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy outlines the plan for the development and ongoing management of the Kenmore Cemetery, Goulburn. more ..

Sun Safe - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To establish a “Sun Safe” community through provision of shade and sun protection at Council owned and operated facilities. more ..

Smoke Free Environment - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To establish Smoke Free zones within public parks, recreation and community facilities. more ..

Support for Festivals and Events - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To establish the extent of "In kind" support to be provided to Festivals and major community events by Council more ..

Private Lanes - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to clarify Council’s position in relation to private lanes. more ..

Painting of House Numbers on Kerbs - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To establish a consistent standard of painted house numbers on street kerbs. more ..

Leasing of Council Roads - Published: 13 Aug 2007
Provides Council with a framework for approval of applications for lease of Council roads. more ..

Acquisition of Easement for Developments - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy provides guidelines for the acquisition of an easement necessary for developments to be able to connect to Council infrastructure. more ..

Subsidy for Sealing Rural Roads - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to set standards and conditions for the provision of a subsidy towards the sealing of rural roads. more ..

Signposting to Facilities, Services and Tourist Attractions - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy provides guidelines for the provision of signs on the road reserve to facilities, services and tourist attractions. more ..

Urban Rights of way - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to set standards for the provision and construction of private rights-of-way in urban areas. more ..

On-Site Storm Water Detention - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to limit stormwater flows from new developments and redevelopments using on-site detention systems (OSD) to ensure that there is no loss of life; no damage to property; and no environmental harm. more ..

Cost Recovery for Kerb and Gutter and Paved Footpath - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy enables Council to recover up to half cost of new kerb and gutter construction. more ..

Clearance Requirements for Structures Adjacent to Sewer Mains - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to provide guidelines for clearance requirements for structures adjacent to sewer mains. more ..

Trade Waste - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy concerns approval process for liquid trade wastes discharged into Council’s sewerage system and the levying of appropriate sewerage and liquid trade waste fees and charges; ensures proper control of liquid trade waste discharged to the sewerage system and also promotes waste minimisation and water conservation. more ..

Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy aims to minimise public health risk, to protect the potable water quality supply within Council’s water reticulation system and to ensure cross-connection control is properly managed within properties undertaking non-domestic activities. more ..

Water Restrictions Policy - Published: 29 Jul 2008

The policy details water restriction levels and associated usage limitations for both applying and easing water restrictions for Goulburn.

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