Here is my Notice of Motion that I have lodged for the Ordinary Council Meeting on 15th June 2020: Background In October 2019 Lane Cove Council adopted the revised Lane Cove Bike Plan. The Bike Plan is a comprehensive strategic action plan which allows Council to prioritise its improvements to the cycling network. The aim of the Bike Plan is to accommodate investment into enhancing safety, convenience and mobility for cyclists. The updated Bike Plan that Council adopted in October 2019 will be utilised to assist in planning for cyclist infrastructure, programs, implementation and maintenance. Continue reading

Here is my Notice of Motion that I have lodged for the Ordinary Council Meeting on 18th May 2020: On the 3rd April 2020, the NSW State Government announced the introduction of the Planning System Acceleration Program. The program has the stated aim to ‘red tape and fast-track assessment processes to boost the construction pipeline and fast-track new projects.’ Continue reading

Here is my Notice of Motion that I have lodged for the Ordinary Council Meeting on 18th May 2020: Discussion – Local Procurement During the COVID-19 pandemic a lot of local businesses in Lane Cove have experienced a reduction in trading hours and revenue. Lane Cove Council would be one of the largest organisations in the area that procures services and goods from several businesses. Continue reading