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Goal 1: An Inclusive, Resilient and Healthy Community
No. Action
Lead
Department
Objective 1.1 Provide a range of accessible, high quality services and social supports
1.1.1
Concept plans developed for the new
Altona Early Years Hub
Family Youth and
Children's Services
1.1.2
1.1.3
1.1.4
Implementation of a new state-wide
Maternal and Child Health IT system
Develop new 'Still Talking' facilitated playgroup site
Review and redevelop the service delivery model for Youth Services
Family Youth and
Children's Services
Family Youth and
Children's Services
Family Youth and
Children's Services
1.1.5 Rollout online payments for Libraries Learning Communities
1.1.6
Develop a strategy which provides the
Council with direction around Learning
Communities
Learning Communities
1.1.7
Finalise the implementation of Consumer
Directed Care for the Home Care
Packages program
1.1.8
Implementation of short term case management program for consumers accessing HACC and NRCP
Objective 1.2 Foster community wellbeing, capacity and sense of belonging
Community Care
Community Care
1.2.1
Development of a Hobsons Bay community wellbeing and participation guide
Learning Communities
Outcome/
Measure
Subject to Council endorsement of the feasibility to construct an early years facility develop concept plans and detailed design plans in conjunction with stakeholders, by February 2016 for centre opening in January 2018.
Fully functioning IT system which incorporates all data collection and booking system requirements for both the universal and enhanced MCH services
Provide a new additional facilitated playgroup site to support families transitioning out of existing 'Smalltalk' playgroups
New service delivery model adopted in preparation for Youth Services' relocation to the new youth services space in Newport
Online payment gateway rolled out and staff training completed
Learning Communities Strategic Plan finalised and adopted by Council
Program is compliance with the Home Care Packages Program and Consumer Directed Care guidelines
Program implemented
Guide developed and delivered to all households to inform community of places and spaces to get together, learn and be active in Hobsons Bay
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Objective 1.3 Protect and promote public health and community safety
1.3.1
Participate in the 2015 Review of the
Municipal Emergency Management plan Governance and Local Laws 100 per cent compliance achieved
1.3.2
1.4.1
Develop a Liquor Licensing Policy
Statement
Implement the Year One actions of the
Events and Festivals Plan
Strategy and Advocacy
Cultural and Economic Development
Liquor Licensing Policy Statement adopted by Council
1.3.3
Explore the feasibility of returning wandering micro chipped and registered animals directly to owners
Governance and Local Laws
Objective 1.4 Provide a range of opportunities that support people to engage in health and active lifestyles, the arts, recreation and sport
Service procedures and processes researched
Year One actions are implemented
1.4.2
Review the Hobsons Bay Arts and
Culture Plan 2011-2015
Cultural and Economic Development Review undertaken and report published
1.4.3
Finalise and implement Active
Community Volunteer Strategy
Learning Communities Active Community Volunteer Strategy finalised and adopted by Council
1.4.4
Implement the endorsed Sport and
Recreation Strategic Plan
1.4.5
Undertake three cultural activities in
Laverton around Woods Street Arts
Space that help activate Lohse and
Woods Street park and retail/business precinct.
Objective 1.5 Foster cultural expression and lifelong learning
1.5.1
Development of a 2015-2017 action plan which
identified in the Reconciliation Policy
Statement
Infrastructure and City Services
Cultural and Economic Development
Learning Communities
Review existing sport and recreation policies and develop new policies to address ground allocations, fees and charges and capital works contributions.
Three cultural activities linking Woods Street Arts Space and the surrounding neighbourhood are held
Action plan developed and implemented
1.5.2 Expand the homework help program Learning Communities Expand to a second site and increase participation in the program
Objective 1.6 Work in partnership with key stakeholders to attract and advocate for the services needed in Hobsons Bay
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Goal 2: A Well Planned, Vibrant and Sustainable Place
No. Action
Lead
Department
Outcome/
Measure
Objective 2.1 Contribute to creating an accessible, well connected city
2.1.1
Finalise the review and rewrite of the
Municipal Strategic Statement
Strategy and Advocacy
Municipal Strategic Statement adopted by Council
Objective 2.2 Enhance neighbourhood character, while respecting local heritage and open space
2.2.1
Finalise the Neighbourhood Character
Study
Strategy and Advocacy
Neighbourhood Character Study is adopted by Council and informs implementation of the new residential zones
Objective 2.3 Contribute to initiatives that encourage economic opportunities through local employment, business, industry and tourism
2.3.1
Develop a Hobsons Bay business investment prospectus to attract new and diverse business investment
Cultural and Economic Development
The prospectus is produced and distributed to targeted domestic and international businesses.
2.3.2
Deliver the Hobsons Bay Business
Excellence Awards
Cultural and Economic Development The Hobsons Bay Business Excellence Awards are held
2.3.3 Prepare a new tourism strategy in consultation with relevant stakeholders
Cultural and Economic Development Tourism Strategy is adopted by Council
Objective 2.4 Plan for a well designed urban environment and public spaces that enhance safety for all community members and contribute to the life of the city
2.4.1 Finalise the Activity Centre Strategy Strategy and Advocacy
Activity Centre Strategy is adopted by Council and informs implementation of the new residential zones
2.4.2 Finalise the Public Art Strategy Cultural and Economic Development
Public Art Strategy is adopted by Council
Newport Structure Plan is adopted by Council
2.4.3 Finalise the Newport Structure Plan Strategy and Advocacy
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Objective 2.5 Reduce the Council's ecological footprint and ensure our community has the capacity to adapt to the effects of climate change
2.5.1
Undertake works to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from Council buildings
Strategy and Advocacy Undertake works to Altona Library
Objective 2.6 Ensure opportunities for residents to enhance their health and wellbeing are delivered upon through strategic integrated planning, social research, community consultation and evaluation
2.6.1 Finalise the Housing Strategy Strategy and Advocacy
Housing Strategy is adopted by the Council and informs implementation of the new residential zones
2.6.2
Develop the Multicultural Policy 2016-
2020 in consultation with community and stakeholders
Strategy and Advocacy Multicultural Policy 2016-2020 adopted by Council
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Goal 3: Quality Community Infrastructure and Public Open Spaces and Places
No. Action
Lead
Department
Objective 3.1 Protect and enhance our coastal environment, public open space network and natural areas
3.1.1
Develop a Biodiversity Strategy in consultation with the community and stakeholders
Strategy and Advocacy
3.1.2
3.1.3
Develop the Open Space Strategy
Advocate to State Government the
Hobsons Bay foreshore needs and priorities as identified and supported by relevant data to ascertain government funding and approval
3.1.4
Undertake stage 1 feasibility study into
Cherry Lake water harvesting project
Objective 3.2 Build and maintain a clean, safe and beautiful city
Infrastructure and City Services
Infrastructure and City Services
Infrastructure and City Services
Outcome/
Measure
Biodiversity Strategy endorsed by the Council for public consultation
Open Space Strategy adopted by the Council
Establish a five year foreshore revetment and access program developed in partnership with the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning
Stage 1 feasibility study for Cherry Lake water harvesting project completed
3.2.1
Further develop an integrated approach to asset management including roads, drains, footpaths, buildings and open space that is consistent with National Asset
Management frameworks
Infrastructure and City Services
Asset management framework for Hobsons Bay developed and informed by detailed audits, - Buildings – Division 5 Asbestos Review, -Building – structural, -Bridges, Street
Trees, Sportsgrounds, sportsground lighting Road management
Assessments, ongoing monitoring and evaluation methods in line with the Council's long term financial plan.
Complete STEP Asset Management Process including formal reporting to MAV on Council’s
Asset Planning status.
3.2.2
Develop and deliver the endorsed
2015/2016 capital works program
Infrastructure and City Services
Objective 3.3 Invest in and maintain Council-owned buildings to ensure they respond to community needs
Target delivery of the capital works program – 95%
3.3.1
Develop a business plan for venues including the Town Hall
Cultural and Economic Development Implementation of business plan to promote the potential of Hobsons Bay venues
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3.3.2
Review the governance model of the
Laverton Hub
Learning Communities
Evaluation of current service provision and recommendations for future governance model completed and presented to Council
3.3.3
Complete the Newport Youth, Library and
Seniors Facility
Infrastructure and City Services Newport Youth Library and Seniors facility due to be opened by September 2016
3.3.4 Develop the Property Strategy Infrastructure and City Services
Objective 3.4 Provide and maintain roads, drainage and footpath networks that meet the needs of the community
3.4.1
Deliver the 2015/2016 Roads, Drainage and Footpath program
Infrastructure and City Services
Objective 3.5 Increase the use of integrated transport across the municipality
3.5.1 Progress the Integrated Transport Strategy Strategy and Advocacy
Update the Property Framework
Implementation of the 2015/2016 Roads, Drainage and Footpath construction program
Draft Integrated Plan placed on exhibition
3.5.2
Significantly progress the delivery of the
Kororoit Creek Trail Infrastructure and City Services
Milestones as per the Kororoit Creek Plan achievements.
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Goal 4: An Innovative, Proactive and Leading Organisation
No. Action
Lead
Department
Objective 4.1 Undertake responsible and sustainable decision making and management
4.1.1
Increase staff understanding of the
Records Management Policy
Information
Services
4.1.2
4.1.3
4.1.4
4.1.5
4.1.6
4.1.7
4.1.8
4.1.9
4.1.10
4.1.11
Develop an Open Data Policy and
Framework
Implement Phase 1 of the Data Protection
System Renewal
Finalise the Information Communication
Technology (ICT) End User Strategy including end user survey
Promote and enhance the use of electronic rates notices
Enhance the current online payments made through Council's website
Review the Council's Long Term Financial
Plan in light of the new State Government rate capping policy
Review the community local law meeting procedures and common seal
Tender for the Animal Management Service
Review the role Hobsons Bay City Council undertakes in managing the Home Care
Consortium for the Westbay Consortium
Introduction of mobile technology for timesheets and for collecting client feedback more effectively
Information
Services
Information
Services
Information
Services
Finance
Finance
Finance
Governance and
Local Laws
Governance and
Local Laws
Community Care
Community Care
Outcome/
Measure
Deliver a communication and training program to address record keeping principles and responsibilities.
Enable public access to Council data where appropriate to support research and education, promote innovation, stimulate growth in the local economy, and support evidence-based decision making in the public sector.
Replace the existing data backup and archiving solution to a best practice data protection system for the whole organisation
ICT Strategy adopted by Council
Develop and promote the services available to the community
Provide a more streamlined environment for the community by providing one area within the Council's website to make all online payments
Long Term Financial Plan is updated to include rate capping, whilst services, costs and other sources of revenue are reviewed, to ensure that Council remains financially sustainable
Review completed and adopted by Council
Award of tender to successful entity in line with Council's policies
Undertake an assessment of the viability of existing arrangements and provide a report to
Council on recommended direction by February 2016
Efficiencies in administration gained and more regular client feedback collected
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4.1.12
4.1.13
4.1.14
4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3
4.3.4
4.3.5
Review and streamline processes for seeking legal advice
Implement continuous improvement program for contract management
Develop Universal Design Guidelines
Governance and
Local Laws
Infrastructure and
City Services
Strategy and
Advocacy
Implement the Customer Service Strategy
Develop a plan for delivering customer service training across the organisation
Explore possible investment in a Customer
Relationship Management Service
Improve the procedures for issuing resident parking permits
Deliver a communication strategy for
Hobsons Bay which refocuses communication priorities and drives future work of the communications team
Customer Service and Councillor Support
Customer Service and Councillor Support
Customer Service and Councillor Support
Governance and
Local Laws
Strategic Communications
Processes for seeking legal advice developed
Undertake a review of three existing contracts against performance requirements.
Universal Design Guidelines developed for consideration by Council
Objective 4.2 Understand community needs, advocate and partner with others for the benefit of the municipality, especially in relation to children and young people
4.2.1 Development of a playgroup strategy
Family Youth and
Children's Services
Playgroup strategy is developed for consideration by Council
4.2.2
Review the implementation of the Smarty
Grants software and develop a Council policy on the delivery of the Community
Grants program
Learning Communities
Policy finalised and adopted by Council
Objective 4.3 Communicate and engage effectively with the community and provide excellent customer service
Customer Service Strategy recommendations implemented
Training program offered via the Corporate Training Calendar
Form an internal working party of relevant officers to discuss organisation's needs
Procedure reviewed and presented to Council for their consideration
Strategy developed and implemented
Objective 4.4 Foster a highly skilled, effective and committed workforce
4.4.1
4.4.2
4.4.3
Finalise implementation of E Recruit program
Develop an Organisation Development
Strategy in consultation with employees and stakeholders
Undertake key competencies review / organisational skills audit
Organisation Development
Organisation Development
Organisation Development
Phase two of implementation completed and program fully functional
Organisation Development Strategy adopted by CMT
Results of audit presented to CMT
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