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Operational Plan 2015–2016

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1Gympie Regional Council Operational Plan 2015–2016GRC002 | 24/06/2015

Contents

Overview .............................................................................................................2

Key strategic themes .....................................................................................4

Infrastructure ....................................................................................................5

Economic development ................................................................................9

Governance .................................................................................................... 18

Environment ................................................................................................... 22

Social wellbeing ............................................................................................ 26

Responsibility index .................................................................................... 29


Overview

The Operational Plan 2015-2016 is an important element in Council’s overall strategic planning framework. This plan links relevant operational activities scheduled for the 2015-2016 period directly to the actions outlined in the 5-year corporate plan all of which are aimed at helping Council achieve its vision for the future of the Gympie region.

Council’s Corporate Plan 2014-2019 articulates a range of strategies, outcomes, actions and measures grouped within five key strategic themes. The strategic themes from the Corporate Plan, as listed below, are mirrored across into the structure of the operational plan:

1. Infrastructure

2. Economic development

3. Governance

4. Environment

5. Social wellbeing

In accordance with s175 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), the operational plan is required to state how Council will progress the implementation of its 5-year corporate plan during the financial year period.

The Corporate Plan 2014-2019 identifies 31 specific actions which Council plans to undertake across the 5 year period to help achieve its vision for the Gympie region to be the natural choice to live, work and play. This operational plan lists a range of activities tied directly back to those 31 actions which are scheduled to be undertaken within the 2015-2016 period. Each activity has associated performance targets/measures which will be used to help provide informed quarterly and annual status update reports on the overall implementation of the operational plan.


The focus of the operational plan is centred on planning, actioning and monitoring the relevant activities to be undertaken across the financial year that will deliver on the strategies and actions as articulated within the 5-year corporate plan. This plan’s purpose is not about tracking the myriad of ‘business as usual’ activities associated with running an organisation as large and complex as Council. A majority of operational matters are actioned and monitored on a regular basis via a range of section/unit business plans and other management and reporting mechanisms.

Managing operational riskThe Regulation further requires that the operational plan states how Council will manage operational risks. Council manages operational risks in accordance with its Risk Management Policy and Risk Management Plan. An internal audit function and Audit and Risk Management Committee have been established to assist in enterprise risk management, and in assessing and evaluating the control measures Council has in place to manage identified risks to which its operations are exposed. The Risk Management Plan details a range of measures Council has formalised, or is currently in the process of developing, which are aimed at mitigating identified operational risks.

Corporate plan action and budget reference links create a clear line of sight between the actions in Council’s 5-year corporate plan, the activities associated with advancing those actions in the annual operational plan and the funding of those activities as provided for in Council’s annual budget. The inclusion of these reference links confirms the legislative requirement that Council’s operational plan must be consistent with its annual budget.

Commercial Business UnitsAn annual performance plan for each commercial business unit of the local government is required to be included (where applicable) in the operational plan. In assessing its operations in line with the annual expenditure threshold limits prescribed for significant business activities, Council does not currently operate any commercial business units as defined within the Regulation.

The operational plan is reviewed, assessed and publicly reported to Council on a quarterly basis. An annual review of the implementation of the operational plan is also presented to Council and included within the Annual Report.

Overview continued


1 INFRASTRUCTURE 4 ENVIRONMENT

2 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 5 SOCIAL WELLBEING

3 GOVERNANCE

... which is planned, connected and safe. ... which is sustainable, managed and healthy.

... which is vibrant, strong and resilient. ... which is active, diverse, creative and empowered.

... which is cohesive, responsible and transparent.

Council’s activities aimed toward achieving its vision for the future of the local government area are focused into the following five key strategic themes.

The corporate plan outlines a range of strategies and actions tied back to the key strategic themes.

Activities that further progress each corporate plan action are detailed on the following pages along with associated performance targets and responsibilities.

Key strategic themes


1 Infrastructure ... planned, connected and safe

Corporate Plan Strategy: 1.1 Develop infrastructure in new industrial areas to support employment and attract people

Corporate Plan Action: 1.1.1 Provide water and sewerage where applicable

Budget Ref Activities Performance targets/measures Responsibility

1.1.1/1 Trunk Infrastructure is planned to service anticipated new developments and proposed developments where applicable.

As part of the review of the Local Government Infrastructure Plan, trunk infrastructure networks are modelled on consistent State Government growth projections and the Priority Infrastructure Boundary reflects 10-15 years of growth.

DPD

1.1.1/2 Prepare a revised Adopted Infrastructure Charges Resolution to set charges for trunk infrastructure across the region.

Revised Adopted Infrastructure Charges Resolution in place by the 30 June 2016 statutory deadline.

DPD

1.1.1/3 Review the Local Government Infrastructure Plan to align with State requirements and support growth in the region.

First State Interest Check and Public Notification of revised Local Government Infrastructure Plan complete and on track to meet 30 June 2016 statutory deadline.

DPD

1.1.1/4 Prepare Planning Report for short and long term service of new development areas.

Planning Report completed. DE

Corporate Plan Action: 1.1.2 Provide roads with commercial vehicle access


1.1.2/1 Trunk infrastructure is planned to service anticipated new developments and proposed developments where applicable.

Revised Desired Standards of Service included as part of review of Local Government Infrastructure Plan provides for commercial vehicle access as part of road network.

DPD

1.1.2/2 Design all new works potentially servicing industrial areas with commercial vehicle capabilities.

Road access design commenced for potential industrial areas. DE



Corporate Plan Strategy: 1.2 Improve the quality and safety of our road network for existing users and plan for future growth requirements

Corporate Plan Action: 1.2.1 Establish a road plan for the road network


1.2.1/1 Implement draft road maintenance defect intervention criteria. Draft road maintenance defect intervention criteria utilised. DIS

1.2.1/2 Develop road maintenance defect response timeframes. Defect response times recorded for five types of defects. DIS

1.2.1/3 Utilise asset management planning and road capital planning for investment in the road network.

Asset Management Plan and Road Plan informing the budget process.

DE

Corporate Plan Action: 1.2.2 Invest in road network maintenance and renewal in accordance with the road plan


1.2.2/1 Develop road maintenance management system. Investigate scope for preferred Road Asset Maintenance system. DIS

Corporate Plan Action: 1.2.3 As part of the priority infrastructure plan, reflect plans for a coordinated and connected trunk road network which facilitates growth, particularly in the local development areas


1.2.3/1 Review the Local Government Infrastructure Plan to clearly set out plans for trunk road infrastructure to meet growing demand. Integration with structure planning process for designated local development areas.

First State Interest Check and Public Notification of the revised Local Government Infrastructure Plan complete and on track to meet 30 June 2016 statutory deadline. Trunk road network reflects structure plans/planning studies for local development areas.

DPD

1.2.3/2 Develop an investment strategy for roads that reflects growth scenarios.

Revised trunk road network and schedule of work included in the Local Government Infrastructure Plan.

DE



Corporate Plan Strategy: 1.3 Continue to improve our asset management strategies to make sure we manage our assets in line with future community needs

Corporate Plan Action: 1.3.1 Continue to develop and improve the Asset Management Plan


1.3.1/1 Develop a Tree Asset and Risk Register. Commence population of Tree Asset and Risk Register. DIS

1.3.1/2 Implement updated asset management database software. New system rolled out and asset managers trained. DE



Corporate Plan Strategy: 1.4 Plan for the safety of our community and protect our region with the continuation of flood and other disaster mitigation programs

Corporate Plan Action: 1.4.1 Maintain up to date disaster resilience plans


1.4.1/1 Review Local Disaster Management Plan. Plan reviewed to comply with Queensland Disaster legislation. DIS

1.4.1/2 Develop a Local Community Disaster Management Strategy for Kilkivan area.

Strategy developed. DIS

1.4.1/3 Develop emergency warning system for commercial operators and community group(s).

Wispir warning system for Mary Street traders tested.

System to be extended to at least one rural community.

DIS

1.4.1/4 Develop a community organisation flood management plan to guide Council’s support of community organisations in flood prone areas.

Plan developed and incorporated into Council’s Disaster Management framework.

DCCS

Corporate Plan Action: 1.4.2 Identify and construct flood and other disaster mitigation works to build resilience


1.4.2/1 Investigate and implement resilience projects in areas subject to flooding.

Delivery of projects that improve resilience to flooding. DE


2 Economic development ... vibrant, strong and resilient

Corporate Plan Strategy: 2.1 Advocate for locally based further education options and pathways to local employment for young people

Corporate Plan Action: 2.1.1 Develop strategic partnerships with further education providers offering services to the region


2.1.1/1 Identify potential research projects in the Gympie region in collaboration with the University of the Sunshine Coast and education providers.

Minimum of two research projects underway in the region. OOCEO

2.1.1/2 Target international students to study in the Gympie region by working with relevant service providers and promoting the region as an affordable, viable lifestyle destination.

Increased number of international students studying in the Gympie region across all education levels. To be monitored in conjunction with regional service providers.

OOCEO

2.1.1/3 Continued representation of education and training providers on the Gympie Region Economic Development Reference Group.

Gympie region education providers actively participating on the Reference Group with further opportunities and options developed for regional students to further their study in the Gympie region.

OOCEO

2.1.1/4 Active participation and input into development of additional course offerings through the University of the Sunshine Coast Gympie Campus.

Increased course offering for tertiary students in the Gympie region, e.g. engineering studies.

OOCEO

2.1.1/5 Promote the education opportunities and facilities offered in the Gympie region.

Preparation of marketing collateral in conjunction and consultation with education stakeholders and Trade and Investment Queensland.

OOCEO


Corporate Plan Action: 2.1.1 Develop strategic partnerships with further education providers offering services to the region


2.1.1/6 Lobby for the continued operations and growth in the Gympie Region Education Hub.

Facilities all operating effectively and with increased student numbers – Trade Training Centre, East Coast TAFE Gympie campus, University of the Sunshine Coast Gympie Campus.

OOCEO

2.1.1/7 Continue the development of a Regional Education Hub strategy to promote the advantages of studying and/or establishing education and training facilities in the Gympie region.

Strategy finalised.

Increased participation in vocational and higher education in the Gympie region.

Increase in number and offerings of education options for the region.

OOCEO

2.1.1/8 Identify and lobby for opportunities for growth in infrastructure and services to support the expansion of the education and training sector.

Expansion in course offerings, accommodation options, improved telecommunication and connectivity options, and improved transport options for students.

OOCEO



2 Economic development continued2 Economic development ... vibrant, strong and resilient

Corporate Plan Strategy: 2.2 Support the development of tourism opportunities based on our region’s natural assets

Corporate Plan Action: 2.2.1 Implement the Tracks and Trails Plan to provide new recreation opportunities and promote these locally, regionally and nationally


2.2.1/1 Promote the Tracks and Trails Plan at relevant industry events and trade shows.

Promotion at events and shows as appropriate. OOCEO

2.2.1/2 Work with relevant industry service providers to help identify opportunities to develop the profitability and growth potential of their businesses.

Minimum of one industry development forum held targeting tourism and recreation service providers.

OOCEO

2.2.1/3 Actively promote the Gympie region’s sporting facilities and the Gympie region as a destination to host sporting events at local, state and national levels of competition.

Recreational opportunities promoted locally, regionally and nationally at trade shows and events – minimum two events per annum.

Minimum of two major sporting events held in the Gympie region as a result of linking with sporting providers and promoters.

OOCEO

2.2.1/4 In consultation with stakeholders, commence Tracks and Trails Development Plans for Year 1 priority projects.

Development plans endorsed and trail improvement/ establishment priorities identified.

DPD


Corporate Plan Action: 2.2.2 Develop a strategic plan for the recreational use of the Mary River


2.2.2/1 Region wide Canoe and Kayak Plan (including Mary River) developed to identify and prioritise improvements to recreational opportunities on the region’s waterways.

Canoe and Kayak Plan endorsed and first round implementation activity commenced.

DPD

2.2.2/2 Promote the recreational use of the Mary River as part of the Gympie region tourism and lifestyle attraction strategy.

Opportunities promoted through print, visual and online media.

OOCEO

2.2.2/3 Work with relevant business and industry sectors and regional stakeholders to identify opportunities for business development and growth.

Number of businesses engaging with Council in relation to opportunities.

OOCEO

2 Economic development continued2 Economic development ... vibrant, strong and resilient

Corporate Plan Action: 2.2.3 Improve awareness and marketing of the Gympie regional food trail in conjunction with Council’s Economic Development Unit and industry stakeholders


2.2.3/1 Gympie Region Food Trail Map launched and distributed. Food Trail Map promoted through Visitor Information Centres, regional tourism centres and Council offices.

OOCEO

2.2.3/2 Promote listings on the Food Trail Map, linked with membership of the Gympie Gold Regional Produce network.

Number of businesses listed on the map. OOCEO

2.2.3/3 Food Trail Map promoted via relevant websites and industry occasions/functions/events.

Food Trail Map promoted via multiple sites including Destination Gympie Region, Tourism and Events Queensland.

OOCEO

2.2.3/4 Work with industry to develop opportunities and processes for open days and farm tours.

Number of farm tours and open days. OOCEO



Corporate Plan Action: 2.2.4 Implement the strategies and actions for the Destination Gympie Regional Strategic Plan


2.2.4/1 Enhance opportunities in the region by improving strategic partnerships with regional and state stakeholders.

Number of national and international campaigns Destination Gympie Region (DGR) is involved in.

OOCEO

2.2.4/2 Implement region wide and neighbouring region campaigns to target niche markets.

Level of operator involvement and support of campaigns. OOCEO

2.2.4/3 Update tourism related image library. Image library updated OOCEO



Corporate Plan Strategy: 2.3 Plan for the future with master plans that give our businesses and residents a clear direction

Corporate Plan Action: 2.3.1 Develop structure plans for local development areas at Victory Heights, East Deep Creek and Southside to encourage a coordinated pattern of development, provide new housing choice and industrial opportunities


2.3.1/1 Economic Development Unit collaborating with DPD to promote investment and development opportunities through online and print media.

Updated Gympie Region Investment Prospectus prepared and distributed.

Relevant economic and investment information available.

Number of businesses relocating to the Gympie region and/or expanding operations.

OOCEO

2.3.1/2 Structure plans for local development areas informed by infrastructure capability analysis for trunk networks.

Planning scheme amendments in place to reflect detailed planning undertaken through structure plans.

DPD



Corporate Plan Action: 2.3.2 Develop and implement a range of initiatives with the purpose of revitalising the Gympie CBD


2.3.2/1 Gympie Town Centre Branding and Marketing Strategy implemented.

Increased visitations to Gympie Town Centre.

Marketing and promotion of Gympie Town Centre.

Feedback from Gympie Town Centre retailers.

Decrease in number of vacant retail premises.

Increased traffic through social media channels.

OOCEO

2.3.2/2 Concept designs and plans prepared for Gympie Town Centre Urban Design project package.

Concept plans approved for Mary Street and Smithfield Street (between Monkland and Channon Streets).

Master Plan approved for Nelson Reserve/Memorial Park – detailed designs prepared and implemented.

DPD

2.3.2/3 Progress endorsed concept designs for Smithfield and Mary Streets (between Monkland and Channon Streets) to detailed design phase.

Detailed design for streetscape improvement works finalised and commence high priority implementation activities.

DPD

2.3.2/4 Progress concept refinement and detailed design for high priority elements of endorsed Master Plan for Nelson Reserve/Memorial Park.

Concept refinement/detailed design finalised for Transit Facility and Mary Street Pedestrian Plaza concepts.

DPD

2.3.2/5 Commence implementation of endorsed Streetscape and Urban Design Palette.

Town Centre streetscape condition audit complete to identify and commence upgrade of unsafe/damaged and highly inconsistent streetscape elements.

DPD

2.3.2/6 Commence implementation of short term recommendations of Town Centre Parking Assessment.

Implementation of short term recommendations for Mary Street, off-street and general parking considerations and community communications strategy developed.

DPD


Corporate Plan Action: 2.3.2 Develop and implement a range of initiatives with the purpose of revitalising the Gympie CBD


2.3.2/7 Develop a dedicated Gympie Town Centre Heritage Trail. Gympie Town Centre Heritage Trail developed to complement existing Gympie Region Heritage Trail and highlight key people, places and events in Town Centre history.

DPD

2.3.2/8 Implementation of targeted decorative street tree lighting design for Mary Street.

Lighting design complete and implemented for select street trees at Gold City Centre Stage and intersections at either end of one-way section of Mary Street.

DPD




Corporate Plan Strategy: 2.4 Plan for the growth of the region through the implementation of the Gympie Region Economic Development Strategy 2014-2019

Corporate Plan Action: 2.4.1 Finalise and adopt the Gympie Region Economic Development Strategy 2014-2019


2.4.1/1 Gympie Region Economic Development Strategy adopted. Completed in 2014.

Strategy being implemented.

OOCEO

Corporate Plan Action: 2.4.2 Focus activities on the four key identified levers for growth i.e. advocacy and leadership, positioning the region, enabling infrastructure and industry development and attraction


2.4.2/1 Implement the Gympie Region Economic Development Strategy.

In collaboration with regional stakeholders, implement strategies focused on achieving the following goals:

- increase in gross regional product

- increase in population growth

- increase in annual employment growth

- decrease in unemployment rate

- increase in employment participation rate

- increase in average wage and salary income growth

- increase in value of goods exported from the Gympie region.

OOCEO


3 Governance ... cohesive, responsible and transparent

Corporate Plan Strategy: 3.1 Develop our corporate and financial systems so they provide the information we want and keep our information compliant and safe

Corporate Plan Action: 3.1.1 Undertake a comprehensive, formal corporate Information and Communications Technology systems review


3.1.1/1 Continue to improve the availability of development information to customers.

All development application/approval information from 2010 onwards available via the website.

A public facing version of Council’s mapping system is available via the website.

DPD

3.1.1/2 Further develop lodgement and payment options for development applications.

Implementation of a procedure for the acceptance of development applications electronically.

DPD

3.1.1/3 Integration of core Council business applications, specifically Authority, InfoXpert, Assetic, Intramaps.

Increased efficiency and productivity of Council services and transactional activities.

DCCS

3.1.1/4 Develop a Mobile Technology Strategy. Mobile strategy developed to inform the 16/17 budget process.

DCCS

3.1.1/5 Corporate reporting and financial system implementation. Using Chameleon Reporting to inform progress against the operational plan. Using Chameleon to produce the 2016/2017 budget.

DCCS

3.1.1/6 Define the use of the Customer Request System. All external customer requests are captured and tasked through the customer request management system.

DCCS

3.1.1/7 Migration to Microsoft Exchange/Outlook/Lync as Council’s communication and collaboration platform.

Novell GroupWise replaced with Microsoft Exchange/Outlook and all staff trained in the use of Outlook and Lync.

DCCS


Corporate Plan Action: 3.1.1 Undertake a comprehensive, formal corporate Information and Communications Technology systems review


3.1.1/8 Upgrade legacy ICT Data Centre hardware. Increased reliability, performance and availability of corporate systems.

Increased business continuity and ICT disaster recovery capability.

Reduction in running costs associated with older hardware.

DCCS

3.1.1/9 Development of a records management strategic and operational plan.

Identify self-registration opportunities of emails and documents associated with the MS Office Suite of products.

Identify streamline opportunities through the implementation of digital signatures, (business classification scheme) BCS and digital disposal policy.

Develop a strategy for users to create and manage documents from directly within InfoXpert.

DCCS

3.1.1/10 Development of a ICT Disaster Recovery Plan. Planned processes to support Council’s Business Continuity Plan.

Identify and prioritise critical business systems.

DCCS

3.1.1/11 Undertake a financial reporting improvement project. Council and management reporting is fully integrated with the Authority Accounting System.

DCCS

3 Governance ... cohesive, responsible and transparent


3 Governance continued3 Governance ... cohesive, responsible and transparent

Corporate Plan Strategy: 3.2 Improve our processes for “listening” to our community

Corporate Plan Action: 3.2.1 Undertake appropriate community/customer surveys as required to establish current and future needs and satisfaction levels with Council’s provision of works, services, infrastructure and facilities


3.2.1/1 Analyse the results from the Market Facts Community Satisfaction Survey undertaken in June 2015 and develop an Action Plan to address any identified areas for improvement in Council’s customer service/delivery of services.

Analysis of Community Satisfaction Survey results completed.

Action Plan developed with key recommendations to address any identified weaknesses in customer service/delivery of services.

Priority recommendations from the Action Plan implemented by 30 June 2016 within budget and resource limitations.

OOCEO

Corporate Plan Action: 3.2.2 Develop a user friendly and clear community consultation process to allow the community to have their say


3.2.2/1 Develop an online portal using Id statistical profile tools, as a point of truth for community and regional demographic, population and economic statistical information.

Id tools implemented to create online portal for region wide statistical information. Staff and community training delivered.

DPD

3.2.2/2 Develop and implement an Organisational Customer Service Charter that clarifies team direction and boundaries for the Customer Contact and Service Counters with a community and organisational satisfaction process.

Stakeholder focus group to meet, comment and adopt. DCCS

3.2.2/3 Develop the Customer Contact Business Plan seeking a community and organisational satisfaction process.

Stakeholder focus group to meet, comment and adopt. DCCS

3.2.2/4 Implement the Kilkivan Branch Office Business Plan and Action Plan.

Key recommendations from the Kilkivan Branch Office Business Plan and Action Plan implemented.

DCCS


3 Governance continued3 Governance ... cohesive, responsible and transparent

Corporate Plan Strategy: 3.3 Maintain a comprehensive corporate knowledge base allowing Council to keep abreast of changing community needs and expectations leading to better informed planning and decision making

Corporate Plan Action: 3.3.1 Establish and maintain an appropriate information set to develop a consistent profile of the community and region


3.3.1/1 Develop an InfoHub as a point of truth for community and regional information.

InfoHub developed and made available on Council intranet/website.

OOCEO

Corporate Plan Action: 3.3.2 Undertake appropriate community surveys to determine relevant information on an as needs basis


3.3.2/1 Develop and implement a telephone and service counter survey to collect information that would assist in enhancing customer satisfaction.

Telephone and service counter customer surveys developed and implemented.

DCCS


4 Environment ... sustainable, managed and healthy

Corporate Plan Strategy: 4.1 Continue to work with the community to target weeds and pests that can have an economic impact on our region

Corporate Plan Action: 4.1.1 Implement the strategies of the 2011-2015 Pest Management Plan


4.1.1/1 Manage the spread of Class 1, 2 and 3 declared weeds. Inspect 400 properties per month. DIS

4.1.1/2 Manage wild dog impact. Complete the pilot program to enhance wild dog control participation and awareness in rural and peri-urban environments.

Deliver ‘Drought assistance pest animal control program’ (State Government initiative) to provide free meat-bait material for eligible 1080 baited landholders and undertake targeted wild dog control in priority areas.

DIS

4.1.1/3 Implement educational programs throughout the region. Provide educational opportunities (regarding declared pests) for landholders at relevant shows throughout the region.

DIS


4 Environment continued4 Environment ... sustainable, managed and healthy

Corporate Plan Strategy: 4.2 Continue to improve our Waste Management Strategy to deliver sustainable environmental solutions to our community

Corporate Plan Action: 4.2.1 Economically manage Council’s green waste


4.2.1/1 Investigate options for use of mulched green waste. Options report developed. DIS

Corporate Plan Action: 4.2.2 Develop a rural landfills strategy


4.2.2/1 Develop rehabilitation plans for rural landfills. Develop two rehabilitation plans. DIS

4.2.2/2 Implement rehabilitation plans for rural landfills. Rehabilitate Rainbow Beach landfill. DIS



Corporate Plan Strategy: 4.3 Work closer with local environmental agencies

Corporate Plan Action: 4.3.1 Continued liaison with local environmental agencies


4.3.1/1 Engagement plan for community-based natural resource management groups implemented.

Two environmental forums held with groups. DPD

4.3.1/2 Funding provided to local community groups to undertake natural resource management projects.

Seventeen per cent of the environment levy allocated for the Community Group Grants program.

DPD



Corporate Plan Strategy: 4.4 Attain a sustainable balance between achieving tangible, positive environmental outcomes and managing ongoing development, infrastructural maintenance and improvements

Corporate Plan Action: 4.4.1 Promote sustainable, innovative and responsible environmental practices


4.4.1/1 Increase saleyards wash down facility run off settling pond storage capacity.

Project completed. DIS

4.4.1/2 Improve heavy equipment wash down facilities at Monkland depot.

Project completed. DIS

4.4.1/3 Promote waste minimisation initiatives. Carry out 20 in-school waste minimisation education programs.

Present at the Mary Valley State College Sustainable Futures Day.

Promotional displays at relevant shows and events.

DIS

4.4.1/4 Environment Strategy. The Environment Strategy is redrafted and aligned with the environment policy.

DPD

4.4.1/5 Environmental Offsets program. Environmental Offsets register created for all works involving the removal of significant vegetation.

Sites for offset locations investigated.

DPD

4.4.1/6 Cooloola Coastal Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. Plan adopted by Council.

Implementation priorities created.

DPD


5 Social wellbeing ... active, diverse, creative and empowered

Corporate Plan Strategy: 5.1 Plan for community services that meet current and future needs

Corporate Plan Action: 5.1.1 Develop a community services strategic plan to advocate for, and deliver community services that meet the current and future needs of our community


5.1.1/1 Develop a Community Development Strategy to guide the delivery of community development activities.

Strategy developed, action plan formulated and budget forecasting completed.

DCCS

5.1.1/2 Develop an events strategy to guide the development and support of local and regional events.


DCCS



Corporate Plan Strategy: 5.2 Plan for future community recreational and sporting facility needs

Corporate Plan Action: 5.2.1 Establish current recreational and sporting facility service levels and current and future needs


5.2.1/1 Review current open space and recreation plan to identify strategy needs to meet expected growth and community use/participation.

Endorsed Open Space and Recreation Plan incorporating long term strategic recommendations for open space and recreational facilities networks, including desired standards of service, to inform Local Government Infrastructure Plan review.

DPD

5.2.1/2 Complete a feasibility study to determine the need, likely use, viability, location and management arrangements of an indoor arena for equestrian and other uses.

Feasibility study completed. DCCS

5.2.1/3 Complete a cost benefit analysis of horse training activities at the Gympie Showgrounds measuring both economic and social impact to determine a critical point for review of horse training activities on site.

Cost benefit analysis completed. DCCS



Corporate Plan Action: 5.2.3 As part of a review of the Open Space and Recreation Plan, and the Priority Infrastructure Plan, establish an appropriate level of service based on community needs and anticipated growth and develop a plan for securing land for community and recreational facilities


5.2.3/1 Review Open Space and Recreation Plan to inform revised Local Government Infrastructure Plan trunk network for recreational facilities.

Endorsed Open Space and Recreation Plan incorporating long term strategic recommendations for open space and recreational facilities networks, including desired standards of service and network of trunk recreational facilities, to inform the Local Government Infrastructure Plan review.

DPD

Corporate Plan Action: 5.2.2 Develop individual strategic plans for identified community, recreational and sporting facilities


5.2.2/1 Develop reserve and park development plans. Develop and adopt two development plans. DIS

5.2.2/2 Develop a master plan for Albert Park and One Mile Sports Precincts.

Albert Park and One Mile Sports Precincts Master Plan endorsed and high priority implementation activities, including appropriate management models, identified.

DPD

5.2.2/3 Develop a community halls strategy to guide development and support of Council owned or controlled halls.


DCCS

5.2.2/4 Develop a function venue strategy to guide the development of Council managed function venues.


DCCS

5.2.2/5 Finalise Library Strategic Plan. Key aims of Library Strategic Plan adopted. DCCS

5.2.2/6 Finalise Library Business Plan. Actions identified in the Library Business plan to be finalised. DCCS


Responsibility index

OOCEO Office of the Chief Executive Officer

DCCS Director Corporate and Community Services

DE Director Engineering Services

DIS Director Infrastructure Services

DPD Director Planning and Development

Gympie Regional Council1300 307 800 242 Mary Street (PO Box 155), Gympie QLD 4570gympie.qld.gov.au

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Operational Plan 2015–2016 - Gympie Council...Defect response times recorded for five types of defects. DIS 1.2.1/3 Utilise asset management planning and road capital planning for