Council Policies
Council policy structure
The structure of the Council Policies aligns to the framework of the Shire of Irwin’s Strategic Community Plan 2021-2031.
ECONOMIC – A prosperous and diverse economy
– Opportunities are maximised to promote economic grown and local development
ENVIRONMENT – To be custodians of our natural and built environment
– Our natural and built environment is managed through contemporary land-use practices
SOCIAL – A friendly, safe and inclusive community enjoying a high-quality lifestyle
– The community has access to suitable community spaced, vibrant events and relevant services
– Arts, culture, heritage and recreation are valued
– Our safe community is maintained
LEADERSHIP – Leading the community with engaged and progressive governance
– An engaged and inclusive community
– Effective governance, management and prudent financial responsibility
– A local government that is professional, transparent and accountable
ECONOMIC
ENVIRONMENT
Asset Management
Bush fire Management
Declared State of Emergency for a Pandemic
Emergency Services Volunteer Discount
Local Recovery Management
Protection of Kerb, Footpath and Cleaning of Roads and/or Drains
Protective Clothing for Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades
Requests for the Clearance of Vegetation on Reserves Managed by the Shire
Street Trees and Verge Treatment
SOCIAL
Art Acquisition Display and Management
Community Engagement and Public Consultation
Dongara Public Library
Financial Assistance Funding Policy
Private Works – Local Clubs/Organisations
Public Access to the Internet and Computer Facility at the Dongara Public Library
Public Open Space
Stallholder Permits
The Village Housing Policy
Two Henry Road Housing Allocation
Visitors Centre Returns and Refunds
LEADERSHIP
Acceptance of Council Documents in Electronic Format
Attendance at Events (Council Members and the CEO)
CEO Standards for Recruitment, Performance and Termination
Council or Committee Meeting attendance by telephone, video conference or other electronic means
Councillor Training and Continuing Professional Development
Debt Recovery
Disposal of Property
Elected Members Allowances and Expenses
Elected Members Communication
Employee Hire of Plant and Equipment
Entertainment Allocation
Legal Representation
Localised Purchasing (Regional Price Preference Policy)
Management of Investments
Naming of Council Facilities
Payment of Gravel Royalties
Payments to Employees in Addition to Contract or Award
Personal and Professional Development of Elected Members and Staff
Purchasing
Recordkeeping
Related Party Disclosures
Risk Management
Security Cameras
Staff Salary Sacrifices
Use of Common Seal
Use of Council Chambers
