Council establishes Economic Development Committee

At its November 26th meeting Council moved to establish an Economic Development Committee consisting of five Councillors plus the Mayor.

Notably, except for Councillors Smith and Neal who abstained indicating they were against the motion and Councillor Lamont who left the meeting before the vote,  all other councillors voted for the establishment of the Committee proposed by Cr Eaton.

It was not without considerable debate, having been left on the table from Council’s October meeting.

The Committee will comprise Councillors: Mayor – Lawrie McKinna, Doug Eaton OAM, John McNamara, John Mouland, Trent McWaide  and Kyle MacGregor

The role of the committee is to provide advice and recommendations to council on all matters involving the local economy, employment, and regional development.

It will be responsible for:

(a)    Economic development strategies and initiatives,

(b)   Regional, states and national infrastructure,

(c)    Business and employment development and support,

(d)   Promotion of economic activity,

(e)   Ensuring timely approvals of employment generating activities.