Two residents whose complaints about Council’s handling of their requests for information were found to be “justifed in full” have criticised Council’s plans to improve. In its response to Cr Margot Castles’ question, Council outlined a few changes including educating the public, a records improvement plan and releasing more information proactively but said improvements would … [Read more...] about “Typically defensive” – residents pan GIPA plans
A drain on resources
Councillors are being asked to send a plea to the Minister for Local Government Ron Hoenig asking for ways to allow council to continue to levy ratepayers a drainage charge. Under Water management rules, council can not levy the drainage charge after June 30, 2026. So Council wants the Minister to let them charge the ratepayer for the service under the Local Government … [Read more...] about A drain on resources
Extraordinary meeting March 11 to finish February agenda
Councillors meet on March 11 to finish the agenda from their February 28 meeting which had more than 30 items. Before the February meeting, the councillors had last met in early December 2024. MTC … [Read more...] about Extraordinary meeting March 11 to finish February agenda
No January meeting: February 28 is first for 2025
Highlights of the February 28 meeting include the Masterplan for Warnervale Airport adopted. MTC … [Read more...] about No January meeting: February 28 is first for 2025
Director of environment and planning announced
Central Coast Council has announced the appointment of Dr Danielle Toase as its new Director of Environment and Planning. Council says the appointment comes after an extensive recruitment process.Dr Toase will oversee the Environment and Planning directorate within Council, leading functions such as Development Assessment, Environmental Management and Environmental … [Read more...] about Director of environment and planning announced
