Policies

Council resolved at its Ordinary meeting of Council 15 July 2008 (Resolution Number 08-482) to adopt the Model Code of Conduct Policy developed by the Department of Local Government. more ..

Communications Policy - Published: 06 Dec 2007
The Parkes Shire Council Communications Policy provides a framework for communication between Council and its stakeholders. The effective dissemination of information and communication is a vital element in building a positive identity for Council through the greater community awareness of its services, activities, achievements and resources. Successful communication will be achieved through the distribution of regular, consistent and truthful information in partnership with productive community consultation on key issues. All Departments of Council must be committed to the Policy. more ..

Complaints Handling Policy - Published: 06 Dec 2007
This document sets out to define Parkes Shire Council’s Complaints Handling Policy. The procedures required and organisational structure responsible for handling and managing complaints is also outlined. Information contained in this document was adapted from Department of Local Government and Co-operatives “Complaints Management in Councils”, Practice Note No 9, 1994. more ..

Contractor Management Policy - Published: 24 Dec 2007
Parkes Shire Council is committed to ensuring that all activities undertaken by Council and its contractors are undertaken in a safe manner without causing risk to Council's employees, contractors and community. more ..

Control of Noxious Weeds 2006-07 Policy - Published: 06 Dec 2007
Council will implement the requirements of the Noxious Weed Act 1993 to control and suppress the spread of noxious weeds in the Parkes Shire on:
Council owned land
Privately owned land including landowners and lessees
Crown land on behalf of the State Government more ..

Councillor Training and Development Policy - Published: 06 Dec 2007
Council will develop and adopt a Training and Development plan each year so as to ensure that training activities available to all Councillors contribute to the achievement of the strategic and good governance objectives of Council. Particular emphasis will be given in the Training plan to the training needs of new Councillors joining Council following a general or by election. In preparing its Training and Development plan the Council will identify the needs of Council and match these needs against its strategic and good governance objectives. more ..

Credit Card Usage Policy - Published: 24 Dec 2007
Credit cards are an acceptable and convenient way of transacting business. Used appropriately they can deliver savings to Council and obviate the need for cash or orders. Used inappropriately they can bring an employee and consequently Council into disrepute. more ..

Email Communications With Council Acceptable Use Policy - Published: 06 Dec 2007
External email messages addressed to Council must be acceptable in terms of identification and content. This Policy lists the steps that must be taken if an employee receives a message that they suspect violates this policy and then outlines the sanctions that may be taken if a breach is found to have occurred. more ..

Hire of Plant and Equipment Policy - Published: 06 Dec 2007
The policy outlines the procedure that must be followed to hire plant and equipment for private use. The policy applies to Council employees as well as the general public to ensure that the community has confidence that plant and equipment hire is the same for everyone and that the process is transparent. more ..

Incident Reporting & Investigation Policy - Published: 24 Dec 2007
Parkes Shire Council is committed to preventing injury and illness through providing a safe and healthy working environment.
With the assistance of its Occupational, Health and Safety Committee, Council sees the benefits of hazard identification, risk assessment and control for the prevention of worksite injury and illness.
Council acknowledges that injuries still occur but identifies the importance of reporting and investigating ALL Incidents and Hazards in the development of prevention strategies. more ..

Investment Policy - Published: 06 Dec 2007
This policy relates to the investment of Council Funds. more ..

Library Collection Development Policy - Published: 06 Dec 2007
The purpose of this collection development policy is to ensure that the collection, materials and electronic access supports and expresses the library's response to the information and learning needs of the community. It will assist in budgeting decisions and responsible use of funds, define the purposes for the collection; and establish limits and priorities on collection parameters. The policy will inform and educate both the library staff as well as the patrons about censorship challenges, and provide guidelines for accepting, declining, evaluating and acknowledging gifts. more ..

Motor Vehicle Lease Policy - Published: 24 Dec 2007
Council has a fleet of sedans, utilities and station wagons for use by staff to enable them to effectively carry out the duties of their respective positions. more ..

Notification Plan For Pesticide Use In Public Places Policy - Published: 24 Dec 2007
This Pesticide Use Notification Plan has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Pesticides Regulation 1995 (the Regulation) which comes into force on 1 February 2007.
The different types of pesticides include herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, fumigants, bactericides, rodenticides, baits, lures, repellents and pesticides used to control animal's internal and external parasites. more ..

Payment of Expenses and Provision of Facilities to Mayor and Councillors Policy - Published: 06 Dec 2007
This policy is made under the Local Government Act, 1993, including Sections 252 to 254 and 731 and having regard to the provisions of the Department of Local Government Circular to Councils number 06/57 dated 5 September 2006. The Act requires that the Council must adopt a policy concerning the payment of expenses and the provision of facilities to the Mayor and other Councillors. more ..

Plant and Vehicle Replacement Policy - Published: 07 Dec 2007
The Parkes Shire Council Plant and Vehicle Replacement Policy and Procedures have been designed in accordance with the Code of Practice NSW Government Procurement (2005), the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 and ICAC guidelines "take the con out of contracting". more ..

Prescription Safety Glasses Policy - Published: 18 Jan 2008
Parkes Shire Council is committed to the safety of its employees. To assist Council with its obligations to provide appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, Prescription Safety Glasses will be made available upon request of each employee based on merit. more ..

Procurement and Disposal Policy - Published: 24 Dec 2007
Council is committed to ensuring a fair, transparent and accountable process in the purchase of goods, the contracting of services, and in the disposal of assets. This policy applies to all Councillors and Staff of Parkes Shire Council. more ..

Prevention Of Falls And Ladder Safety Policy - Published: 24 Dec 2007
The Occupational Health and Safety of employees, contractors and sub-contractors, volunteers and members of the public is considered to be the utmost importance. Safety standards are part of all operational planning and activities, and every staff member has a role to play in promoting a healthy and safe work environment and ensuring compliance with the NSW OHS Act 2000 and supporting OHS Regulations 2001. more ..

Probity Policy, Sale and Development of Parkes Airport - Published: 10 Jan 2008
Council has as statutory role to play with respect to the development, mainteinance and management of the airport. more ..

Records Management Policy - Published: 24 Dec 2007
The purpose of the Policy is to ensure that full and accurate records of all activities and decisions of the Parkes Shire Council are created, managed and disposed of appropriately to meet the Parkes Shire Council's organisational needs and accountability requirements. more ..

Rehabilitation Policy and Return To Work Policy - Published: 24 Dec 2007
Parkes Shire Council is committed to preventing injury and illness through providing a safe and healthy working environment. more ..

Risk Assessment and Control Policy - Published: 07 Dec 2007
The Occupational Health and Safety of employees, contractors and sub-contractors, volunteers and members of the public is considered to be the utmost importance. Safety standards are part of all operational planning and activities, and every staff member has a role to play in promoting a healthy and safe work environment and ensuring compliance with the NSW OHS Act 2000 and supporting OHS Regulations 2001. more ..

Section 603 and Water Certificate Policy - Published: 06 Dec 2007
Council requires both a Section 603 and Water Certificate Policy to ensure that these certificates are issued in an efficient and timely manner. more ..

Smoking Policy - Published: 24 Dec 2007
The Parkes Shire Council has developed a policy on smoking within the workplace in accordance with legal obligations for the health of all employee's, staff and visitors.
Accordingly, managers and supervisors shall promote and ensure compliance with the Smoking Policy.
All visitors and contractors will be required to abide by this policy while on Parkes Shire Council premises/worksites. more ..

Telephone and Mobile Communication Devices Usage Policy - Published: 07 Dec 2007
Council acknowledges the vital role that the telephone system (including mobile phones) plays in the day-to-day functioning of the organisation. The telephone system is an essential component of Council's overall delivery mechanism for the services Council provides. To this end, Council has invested in the latest technology so that the information flow to and from Council and its stakeholders can be achieved in a timely and efficient manner. Council recognises the importance of the role that well trained courteous staff play in delivering good customer service through the phone system. more ..

Voluntary Rebates to Pensioners for Rates and Charges Policy - Published: 07 Dec 2007
Council provides pension rebates on rates and charges for eligible pensioners up to a maximum of $425.00 per assessment per annum. From time to time Council receives applications for pension rebates which are retrospective. Council's obligations in relation to these claims need to be formalised. more ..

Volunteer Worker Policy - Published: 07 Dec 2007
Parkes Shire Council (PSC) is committed to providing excellent service to its customers throughout all areas of Council’s activities. The enormous contribution made by volunteer workers in this regard is highly valued by Council, as it is through the input of volunteers that Council is able to offer extended assistance in a variety of services. more ..