Local Government Elections Candidate Briefing Session Campbelltown City Council Local Government Elections Candidate Briefing Session 3 September 2014 Presented by Lyn Townsend, Manager Governance & Communications

Topics for Discussion About Campbelltown Campbelltown City Council Topics for Discussion About Campbelltown Introduction to Local Government Roles & Functions of Council Role of Elected Members Role of the CEO & Staff What if I am Elected?

About Campbelltown Established as District Council on 2 March 1868 Campbelltown City Council About Campbelltown Established as District Council on 2 March 1868 Proclaimed a City on 6 May 1960 Estimated population (at 30 June 2013) was 50,893 Further demographic information available at: http://www.campbelltown.sa.gov.au/profile

About Campbelltown Annual Budget - $37.5m Campbelltown City Council About Campbelltown Annual Budget - $37.5m Area covered by the City - 24.35 square km Length of roads under Council’s care & control - 278 km Features: Thorndon Park Wadmore Park / Pulyonna Wirra Gums Reserve River Torrens Linear Park Lochiel Park

Services Provided Campbelltown City Council Administration Building and Hall Maintenance Asset Management- Footpaths Asset Management-Road Transport Asset Management- Stormwater Cemeteries Community Engagement Community Transport Corporate and Community Services Management Customer and Community Services Depot Operations Economic Development Elected Members and Civic Functions Environmental Control and Public Order Environmental Health Environmental Management Executive Services Finance Governance and Communications Information Services Infrastructure Services Management Leisure Services Library Services Organisational Development Parks and Reserves Policy Planning and Development Assessment Services for Older People Sport and Recreation Facilities Street Lighting Tree Maintenance and Replacement Urban Planning and Leisure Services Management Waste Management Youth Development

Introduction to Local Government Campbelltown City Council Introduction to Local Government 3 spheres of Government: Federal – powers are outlined in the Constitution State – derives its powers from the Federal & State Constitutions Local – State Government sets out the legal framework for Councils

Introduction to Local Government Campbelltown City Council Introduction to Local Government In South Australia: 69 Councils, each is an independent body Some have Mayors, some have Chairpersons Known as the sphere of government closest to the people, its primary source of income is rate revenue More than $1 billion per annum spent on a range of essential services and maintaining $8.5 billion worth of local community infrastructure

Introduction to Local Government Campbelltown City Council Introduction to Local Government About Campbelltown: Positions available at the election: Mayor 2 Ward Councillors Gorge Ward 2 Ward Councillors Hectorville Ward 2 Ward Councillors Newton Ward 2 Ward Councillors River Ward 2 Ward Councillors Woodforde Ward

Roles & Functions of Council Campbelltown City Council Roles & Functions of Council Being a representative, informed and responsible decision-maker in the interests of its community. Participating in public policy development and planning activities with the other spheres of Government. Providing and coordinating services and facilities that benefit its area, ratepayers, residents and visitors. Developing its community and resources in a socially acceptable and sustainable manner.

Roles & Functions of Council Campbelltown City Council Roles & Functions of Council Providing for the well-being and interests of individual and groups within its community. Representing the interests of its community. Enhancing, protecting and conserving the environment. Regulating local activities such as building, keeping animals, parking and public health.

Campbelltown City Council The Mayor’s Role Section 58 of Local Government Act 1999 states that it is the Mayor’s role to: Preside at meetings of the Council Provide advice, if required, to the Chief Executive Officer between Council meetings on the implementation of a Council decision Act as the principal spokesperson of the Council Exercise other functions of the Council as the Council determines Carry out the civic and ceremonial duties of the office of principal member

Role of Elected Members Campbelltown City Council Role of Elected Members Member of the governing body Elected Members individually have no legal role or decision making power It is an Elected Member’s role to: Represent the interests of residents and ratepayers Provide community leadership and guidance Facilitate communication between the community and the Council

Role of Elected Members Campbelltown City Council Role of Elected Members Participate in the deliberations and civic activities of the Council Review Council's objectives and policies Review Council's resource allocation, expenditure, and the efficiency and effectiveness of its service delivery

Role of Elected Members Campbelltown City Council Role of Elected Members In practice this means: Participate in Council meetings, conducted twice per month, in accordance with the formal meeting procedures Participate in Council Committees and/or Development Assessment Panel Objectively analyse reports presented to Council Present arguments and constructively debate matters before making informed decisions on behalf of the whole community

Role of Elected Members Campbelltown City Council Role of Elected Members Contribute to guiding Council’s strategic directions and governance Adopting policies and budgets to provide a framework for the provision of services and programs Elected Members have no direct authority over an employee of the Council with respect to the way in which the employee performs his or her duties The Code of Conduct for Elected Members (a mandated legislative requirement applying to all SA Councils) provides guidance regarding expectations of behaviour

Role of the CEO & Staff Campbelltown City Council The CEO is responsible for all operational matters, staff matters and for ensuring that Council’s plans, policies and decisions are implemented The CEO’s role is outlined in Section 99 of the Local Government Act The CEO has specific responsibility for Staff management The CEO and Staff: Provide advice and guidance of a professional, technical or social nature Assist Elected Members in the policy and decision making process Action the business of Council on behalf of the elected body Provide effective management of Council’s resources and services Operate within the policies of Council

Campbelltown City Council First Meetings First CEO’s Briefing Session at 6pm on Tuesday 18 November 2014 Leading Campbelltown – Residential Training Program at Serafino, McLaren Vale on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 November The first Council meeting will be at 7.30pm on Tuesday 2 December 2014

What if I am elected? 4 year term Responsibility for: Campbelltown City Council What if I am elected? 4 year term Council meetings (1st & 3rd Tuesday per month) except January Development Assessment Panel (1st & 3rd Tuesday per month) except January Committees (mostly quarterly meeting schedules) Monthly CEO Briefing Sessions (2nd Monday each month) Responsibility for: Financial Management Legislative compliance Asset Management Service provision

Campbelltown City Council What if I am elected? Formal and informal duties of Elected Members can be a high commitment. Additional to Council / Committee meetings: There are civic activities and community events to attend Community members may ask for assistance Members may be appointed by Council to external bodies Training sessions and LGA meetings

What if I am elected? Voluntary position with a legislated allowance Campbelltown City Council What if I am elected? Voluntary position with a legislated allowance From 2 December 2014, the regulated allowance will be: Ward Councillor $15,900 Deputy Mayor $19,875 Mayor $63,600 A member may decline to accept payment or part payment of their allowance Chairperson’s allowance (prescribed or sitting fee) Members may claim expenses and support in line with Council’s Elected Members Allowances’ and Support Policy

What if I am elected? Legal Responsibilities: Code of Conduct Campbelltown City Council What if I am elected? Legal Responsibilities: Code of Conduct Register of Interests Conflict of Interest Civil liability protection for Members

Nominations close at 12 noon, Tuesday 16 September 2014 Campbelltown City Council Other Matters Campaign Donation Returns Must be completed by all candidates (whether elected or not) and returned to the CEO within 30 days of conclusion of the election Voters Roll Election Signs Nominations close at 12 noon, Tuesday 16 September 2014

Campbelltown City Council Questions Contact details: Council www.campbelltown.sa.gov.au Lyn Townsend ltownsend@campbelltown.sa.gov.au or 8366 9234 Jan Franklin jfranklin@campbelltown.sa.gov.au or 8366 9239 Electoral Commission of SA www.ecsa.sa.gov.au or telephone 1300 655 232 Local Government Association of South Australia www.lga.sa.gov.au or telephone 8224 2000