Annual Report 2014

Councillors’ expenses and resources provided
The Councillors’ Expenses Reimbursement Policy (the Policy) (refer to Appendix 2) ensures
Councillors are provided a reasonable level of resources and equipment in order to carry out their
duties in an effective and efficient manner.

The Policy is compliant with the following principles prescribed by the LG Act:
   Transparent and effective processes and decision-making in the public interest; and
   Good governance and legal behaviour of Councillors and local government employees.

The categories of expenses and eligibility for reimbursement as per the Policy include:
   Mandatory professional development;
   Discretionary Professional Development;
   Travel as Required to Represent Council;
   Private Vehicle Usage;
   Meal Costs;
   Hospitality;
   Accommodation;
   Administration Tools and Access to Council Office Amenities;
   Safety Equipment;
   Home Office and Telecommunication needs; and
   Insurance Cover.



Summary of expenses/reimbursements paid to Councillors for the period
Under s186 of the LG Regulation the reimbursements that were made to Councillors for the period
were for mandatory and discretionary professional development, vehicle use, home office and
telecommunication, and accommodation expenses incurred whilst on Council business.

For the period:
   All claimed expenses were processed and fell within the required limits prescribed by the Policy
    (refer to Appendix 2).
   No Councillors claimed expenses relating to categories of travel, meals or hospitality expenses.

It is noted that in accordance with the amendment to the Policy endorsed by Council on
26 June 2014, the Mayor elected not to receive any financial reimbursement for private vehicle use
for Council business moving forward.




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