minutes - City of Stirling

MINUTES OF THE ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL
18 SEPTEMBER 2012
D101202 – School Canteens (adopted 23/4/74; last amended 1/5/90)
The policy relates to waiving of fees applicable for registration of food stalls (canteens).
The Food Act 2008 contains provisions relating to prescribed community activities which
includes exemption of all or any provisions of the Act for an activity of a charitable or
community nature. This includes fees and charges.
School canteens are considered to be an activity of a charitable or community nature and as
such fees are charges are not applied.
It is recommended that this policy be revoked.
D201001 – Child Health Centres – Community Use (adopted 18/7/78)
The policy relates to the use of child health centres by small community groups subject to
approval by the Departments of Public Health and Community Welfare.
The City is not aware of any such uses occurring within child health centres within the City.
Further, given the limited space within these facilities and the high demand by community
nursing staff, the shared use of such facilities is not considered appropriate.
It is recommended that this policy be revoked.
Consultation/Communication Implications
Nil.
Policy and Legislative Implications
Section 2.7(2)(b) of the Local Government Act 1995 prescribes in part, that the role of a
Council is to “determine the local government’s policies”.
Regulation 10 of the Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996 - “Revoking or
Changing Decisions”, requires the Council to resolve by “Absolute Majority” to revoke a
decision of the Council.
Financial Implications
Nil.
Strategic Implications
Goal 5:
Objective 5.5:
SI 5.5.1:
To be a dynamic, effective, customer-focussed organisation, through the
provision of a positive work culture that leads, values and supports its
people, thus positioning the City as an Employer of Choice.
Improve and promote best practice corporate governance and compliance
throughout the organisation.
Review corporate compliance and governance to achieve best practice.
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