Policies
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The word policy may mean different things to different people. In general, it's a guiding or governing principle. The City of Marion has defined a Policy as:
The overall intentions and direction of the organisation
A Governance Policy is defined using all of the following criteria:
1. It is a governing principle that mandates or constrains actions;
2. It is a requirement under statutory legislation (eg; Local Government Act) or sets strategic direction for the Council as a whole (rather than service related)
3. It helps ensure compliance and enhances the Council’s mission;
4. It effects; elected members individually or as a whole council, external customers and/or more than one department;
5. It will change infrequently and sets a course for the foreseeable future;
6. It is approved by the Council
One of the most important roles Council has is to participate in making policy and decisions on behalf of the community. an essential part of policy making is identifying community needs, setting objectives to meet those needs, establishing priorities between competing demands and allocating resources.
The City of Marion values effective consultation in developing a positive relationship with its community; recognising that community input can assist in policy and decision making processes. Council also recognises the right of the community to be informed and influence decisions which affect their lives. As a result of this commitment members of the community are invited to make comments in order to assist Council in finalising draft policies. To view and provide your comments on draft policies please click on the link below.
The following policies have been adopted by the City of Marion:
Rating Policy 2006/2007
For further information please contact Kathy Jarrett on 8375 6694 during office hours or by email Kathy.Jarrett@marion.sa.gov.au |