Publications and Forms

This Policy outlines the City of Melville’s obligations for and commitments to the responsible management of personal information held about its staff, residents and organisations with whom it interacts.

The purpose of this policy is to avoid making major decisions prior to an election which would bind an incoming Council, to prevent the use of public resources in ways seen to be advantageous to, or promoting, current Elected Members seeking re-election and to ensure staff act impartially in relation to candidates.

This Policy provides guidance and clarity with regard to the allowances and expenses that will be paid to Elected Members in accordance with the Local Government Act 1995, Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996 and the Salaries and Allowances Act 1975, to enable them to effectively carry out their functions as an Elected Member of the City of Melville and ensure that, whilst the time spent carrying out the functions of their role is largely provided on a voluntary basis, they are not unduly financially disadvantaged when doing so.

In the interest of ensuring Elected Members understand their obligations as Elected Members, make well informed decisions and effectively represent their constituents, the City provides support for Elected Members to attend compulsory training and conferences, seminars and other professional development opportunities in order to develop and enhance their knowledge pertaining to their role.