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
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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
Another breach of the GIPA Act
A second resident has come forward to show their request for information from Council resulted in the Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC) ruling that Council breached the legislation. The IPC investigation pursued a complaint from local historian, Merril Jackson, OAM. Her story is similar to the problems faced by resident Kevin Brooks as outlined here last week. In … [Read more...] about Another breach of the GIPA Act
Council rapped over knuckles for failing to meet obligations
The Information and Privacy Commission (IPC) has found Central Coast Council failed to meet its obligations when a resident tried to get some information from it. After months of being ignored by Council, the resident complained to the IPC. The IPC has ruled the complaint was justified in full. It has recommended more training for council staff after looking into six different … [Read more...] about Council rapped over knuckles for failing to meet obligations
Hard to find good candidates for ARIC
Councillors are being asked to extend the term of the Chair of Council's Audit Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC) which expires on April 26. "In order to maintain organisational experience, and consistent oversight of organisational effectiveness and efficiency, it is recommended an exemption be sought from the Office of Local Government to extend the Chair’s term for 12 … [Read more...] about Hard to find good candidates for ARIC
