2016-12-06 - S&O Agenda - Attachment 1 to Item 8 - Draft Corporate Plan 2016

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Appendix 1
Corporate Plan Summary 2016 - 2036
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Noosa Shire - different by nature
Theme                              Key Focus Areas 2016-2021                                                                                       Long term outcomes                                                                                                           Responsible service areas
20 year goal

The Noosa Environment              1. Adopt an overarching Environment Strategy.                                                                   •   The Noosa River is clean, has abundant fish life and the River maintains its A rating                                    Sustainability
Our environment is protected,      2. Revitalise the Noosa River Plan and assume governance responsibility for most activities on the Noosa        •   Noosa Council has achieved its Zero Emissions target                                                                     Planning & Environment
enhanced and valued by the            River.                                                                                                       •   Our Koala population is increasing                                                                                       Parks & Natural Areas
community                          3. Implement the Zero Emissions Strategy.                                                                       •   Biodiversity in Noosa Shire has been preserved                                                                           Infrastructure Planning &
                                   4. Adopt and implement the following plans that form part of our Environment Strategy - Biodiversity Plan,      •   The amount of waste being disposed of in landfill is minimised                                                           Design
                                      Bushfire Management Plan; Climate Change Adaption Plan, Coastal Management Plan; Flood                                                                                                                                                    Waste Management
                                      Management Plan; Koala Conservation Plan, Open Space Plan and Waste Reduction and Recycling                  •   The Noosa Shire is better prepared for Climate Change
                                      Plan.                                                                                                        •   Our Noosa Design Principles shape the overall look and feel of our distinctive built environment                         Building & Plumbing Services
                                   5. Reinforce our Noosa Design Principles and Noosa style.                                                       •   Development in the Noosa Shire is in accordance with our desired environmental outcomes                                  Civil Operations
                                   6. Manage development within the Noosa Shire in accordance with Noosa’s desired environmental                   •   Noosa natural environment is protected and enhanced                                                                      Strategic Land Use Planning
                                      outcomes.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Environmental Health

The Noosa Community                1. Implement the Noosa Social Strategy.                                                                         •   Noosa Shire is an active and healthy community                                                                           Community Development
Our community is connected, safe   2. Adopt and implement the following plans that form part of our Social Strategy - Arts, Culture and Heritage   •   We have a globally recognised University research centre focused on sustainability                                       Libraries and Galleries
and happy and able to meet their      Plan, Community Health and Safety Plan and Sport and Active Recreation Plan.                                 •   Our library service is contemporary and provides valuable learning and educational opportunities                         Environmental Health
potential                          3. Support the growth of our tertiary education sector.                                                         •   Noosa’s lifestyle and heritage are preserved                                                                             Local Laws
                                   4. Implement the Libraries Strategic Plan.                                                                      •   Our community capacity has increased and community needs are being met                                                   Community Facilities
                                   5. Formalise tenure arrangements for the community’s use of Council trustee land and buildings.                 •   The use of Council trustee land and buildings is optimised to maximum community benefit                                  Property
                                   6. Plan and build an iconic playground at Cooroy.                                                               •   Noosa Shire is renowned for its vibrant culture and community arts
                                   7. Undertake a Pre-Feasibility study for a Regional Art Gallery building.                                       •   Our Regional Art Gallery is recognised for its iconic design programs
                                   8. Support our Health and Aged Care sectors in response to Noosa’s aging demographic.                           •   Our Health and Aged Care sectors are meeting the needs of our demographic


The Noosa Economy                  1. Implement the Noosa Local Economic Plan.                                                                     •   Our net household incomes are higher than the State average                                                              Economic Development
Our economy is diverse and         2. Provide support for the implementation of the Tourism Noosa Sustainable Destination Action Plan.             •   Our unemployment rate is lower than the State average                                                                    CEO’s Office
resilient                          3. Develop programs to foster growth in key industry sectors by working collaboratively.                        •   Our local economy produces more than it consumes                                                                         Infrastructure Planning &
                                   4. Deliver the Rufous St digital hub project.                                                                   •   Noosa has a thriving digital economy across our preferred industry sectors                                               Design
                                   5. Provide support to businesses to foster their establishment and growth.                                      •   Businesses take an active role in driving our economy                                                                    Community Services
                                   6. Establish an Industry Advisory Group.                                                                        •   High value, low impact businesses that align with our Noosa brand are attracted to Noosa


Long term planning for Noosa 1. Adopt a new Planning Scheme.                                                                                       •   Our Planning Scheme continues to manage growth well and ensure that Noosa maintains its village look and feel            Strategic Land Use Planning
Shire                        2. Adopt an Integrated Transport Strategy that encourages alternative transport usage and reduces our                 •   Noosa is no longer dependent on the private motor vehicle as its primary mode of transport                               Planning & Environment
Noosa Shire is well managed and       dependence on private motor vehicles.                                                                        •   Our plans and strategies are aligned and consistent                                                                      Building & Plumbing Financial
sustainable                        3. Adopt and implement the Noosaville Foreshore Land Use Management Plan.                                       •   The Noosa brand remains widely recognised, strong and authentic                                                          Services
                                   4. Redevelop the Noosa North Shore Beachfront Campground.                                                       •   Noosa Shire is an exemplar of sustainable living with an equal focus on natural, social and economic capital             Infrastructure Planning &
                                   5. Long term financial sustainability planning identifying asset management outcomes.                                                                                                                                                        Design
                                                                                                                                                   •   Council remains financially sustainable with services efficient and responsive to the needs and priorities of the
                                   6. Ensure effective service planning processes are in place.                                                        community                                                                                                                Governance CEO’s Office
                                   7. Develop and report on Community sustainability KPIs.                                                         •   The Noosa Biosphere Reserve® is self-sustaining and recognised as exceeding UNESCO requirements for
                                   8. Support the community’s aspirations for the Noosa Biosphere.                                                     Biosphere Reserves
                                   9. Establish functional Asset Management Plans for all Council asset classes.                                   •   Our community assets are being maintained in accordance with our planned asset management program and our
                                                                                                                                                       asset management plans are linked to our budgets and long term financial plan


Excellence as a Council            1. Maintain a focus on excellence in Customer Service.                                                          •   We are considered “financially strong” by the Queensland Government                                                      All Departments/Branches
The Noosa Shire community is       2. Maximise financial opportunities for Council land holdings for the purpose of maximising non-rate            •   Our customer service is recognised as meeting our community expectations
proud of its Council                  revenue.                                                                                                     •   Council is an employer of choice
                                   3. Further develop systems to promote continuous improvement.                                                   •   There are multiple channels available for the community to interact with Council
                                   4. Embed corporate values into the organisational culture.                                                      •   Council and the Noosa community are resilient in the face of emergencies and disaster events
                                   5. Improve online customer interface services.                                                                  •   Inspirational and transparent leadership modelled on integrity and highly ethical conduct is embedded in Council’s
                                   6. Continue to meet or exceed all statutory financial ratios and key operational targets.                           culture
                                   7. Workforce planning is in place across the organisation.                                                      •   Council operates successful business activities
                                   8. Improve and maintain the safety and wellbeing of employees.                                                  •   Best practice risk management practices are embedded in decision making
                                   9. Enhance opportunities for the community to engage with the Council.
                                   10. Council business activities remain competitive and profitable.
                                   11. Business Continuity Plans are developed and tested.
                                   12. Maintain the ability to respond to disaster events (Local Disaster Management Plan).
                                   13. Strengthen Council’s governance framework and develop leadership potential.
                                   14. Embed risk management into decision making processes.




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