Council Policies and Procedures
Our policies set out how we operate and conduct ourselves as an organisation.
They provide the rules and principles that guide Council’s decisions, helping the community understand how we work.
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Residents, businesses, and stakeholders can visit our policy portal to stay informed about the policies that shape Council operations.
We continually review and improve our policies and procedures to ensure transparency, accountability, and clear oversight of renewal dates.
We encourage you to explore the portal to access all current Council policies in one easy-to-search, easy-to-navigate location.
Below is an example of what to expect when you visit our new portal. You are able to search for the policy you are looking for or scroll alphabetically through our entire list of publicly available policies.
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The Acquisition and disposal of land and easements Policy applies to all strategic and compulsory land acquisitions and disposals and to the establishment and disposal of easements and has been developed in order to provide the framework for a transparent process that adheres to the relevant legislation and provides the best value outcome for Council.
Council is committed to ensuring all workers are provided with a safe, healthy and productive workplace free from the adverse effect of any drugs and/ or alcohol.
Kiama Council has made a commitment to preserving elements of our local cultural history through the accumulation of its current Art Collection and undertakes a coordinated and deliberate approach to our Collection for the future. This policy outlines how council will oversee a formal council Art Collection that reflects the depth and breadth of our artistic talent and the unique character of the Kiama local government area. As custodians of a public collection, Kiama Council embraces the management of its collection.
The objectives of the Asset Disposal Policy are to encourage recycling / reuse or provide clear requirements for the disposal of Council assets; obtain the best value from those assets; and to maintain accurate asset records to meet financial reporting requirements.
The purpose of this Budgetary Framework Policy in Kiama Municipal Council is to define guidelines for Council’s management and staff on the formulation, adoption, review, and reporting of annual planning and reporting activities.
Kiama Municipal Council is committed to observing the specific legislative and governance requirements and other considerations that apply to the decisions councils make and the way they exercise their functions in the four week lead up to an election when the caretaker period applies.
The Cattle Grid Approvals Policy aims to provide clear guidance to landowners in the approval, inspection, maintenance and repair of all cattle grids in public roads in order to reduce the exposure of the landowner and Council to potential claims.
The purpose of the Cemetery Operating Policy is to maximise the lifespan of Kiama Municipal Council’s existing cemeteries while providing clarity to Council’s customers on the options and appropriate costs of interment.
We also have a Cemetery Customer Service Charter.
Council is committed to supporting the rights of children and young people and is committed to their care, protection and contribution to our community. Council acknowledges that in NSW, the safety of children and young people is a responsibility shared by parents/guardians and families with the support of the community and government and non-government organisations.
This code of conduct applies to members of council staff, including general managers and sets the minimum standards of conduct for council officials.