Annual Plan 2016-17 - Approved by Council 27 June 2016

3.2.2.4 Review Council’s own internal planning, design, auditing and works practices and those
adopted by contractors to Council in order to minimise the potential for environmental
impact.
3.3.1.1 Local community care groups are actively supported with technical advice and provision
of materials.
3.3.1.2 Coordinate environmental education programs for specific groups including volunteers,
community groups and schools.
3.3.1.3 Promote and facilitate the use of native plants in public spaces and gardens where
appropriate.
3.3.2.1 Coordinate the Antarctic Experience program and liaise with other councils and
organisations to increase participation.
3.3.2.2 Design and install interpretive signage and promotional material depicting natural
values and recreational opportunities.
3.3.2.3 Public events are organised to increase community awareness and participation in the
care of local bushland and coastal areas.
3.4.1.2 Further investigate the potential coastal erosion and impact of sea level rise on the
most vulnerable coastal areas.
3.4.2.1 Improve public awareness about the potential impacts of climate change and
opportunities to reduce these impacts by making information available in accordance
with Council’s communication strategy.
4.1.2.3 Identify and support opportunities for both commercial and private generation of
renewable energy.
5.1.4.1 Develop and implement a program of energy efficiency improvements and installation
of renewable energy technology on Council properties.
5.1.4.3 Deliver a range of projects that provide the community with opportunities to
participate in ‘citizen science’ and acknowledge the shared responsibilities in providing
for a more sustainable future.
5.2.1.3 Identify opportunities to progress strategic and legislative reform that achieves
improved coastal management outcomes.
6.1.1.3 Review all Council activities to identify opportunities for climate change mitigation and
adaptation measures to be implemented, including new policies such as for energy use
and greenhouse gas reduction.
6.1.1.4 The Kingborough Climate Change Adaptation Policy and associated guidelines and
procedures are reviewed annually.
6.2.2.1 Review Council’s internal environmentally sustainable practices – such as in regard to
waste management, energy use, vehicles etc.
Compliance
1.3.3.1 Deliver professional animal management services that aim to both protect public
safety and raise public awareness about the appropriate control of animals.
1.6.1.4 Implement an annual fire hazard abatement program.
3.1.2.3 Review and update the Dog Management Policy for those areas declared a Sensitive
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Approved by Council on 27 June 2016