Page 4 – THE EXAMINER, FEBRUARY 11TH, 2015
Our City Keeping you informed
REFORM UPDATE Since the formal announcement of boundary changes affecting the City of Canning were announced late last year, the City has been working with neighbouring Local Governments through Local Implementation Committees (LICs) and Working Groups, to plan for the future in line with the Government’s 1 July 2015 deadline. The City of Canning has been working intensively to prepare a methodology and supporting detailed information for the equitable distribution of Canning’s assets, liabilities, and workforce. The methodology utilises the City of Canning’s current budget and service levels, and is premised on the sustainable serviceability and uninterrupted continuation of services, and availability of facilities, for each of the four revised boundary zones as they transition into the neighbouring local authority districts. The benchmark distribution and allocation model that has been developed applies this methodology with a view to achieving a fair and equitable outcome for all members of the City of Canning as a whole, as well as its valued workforce. It is respectful of the guidelines provided by the State Government as part of its local government reform agenda through its Metropolitan Reform Implementation Committee (MetRIC) Guidelines. The integrity and fairness of the model and its methodology is being reviewed by consultants Deloitte who have been engaged by the City of Canning to assist. Canning’s proposed model and methodology has been initially shared for feedback purposes with the Chief Executive Officers of the four neighbouring Councils on Friday 6 February. It will also be the subject of discussions at a LIC meeting with the City of Gosnells on Wednesday 11 February, a meeting with senior officers of the Department of Local Government and Communities on Friday 13 February, and further LIC meetings with other surrounding Councils. Once this initial feedback is received, it is the intention of the City of Canning to share key details of the model and the methodology at its February Council meeting, as well as more broadly with the community of Canning, including through posting on the City’s website. The City and its officers will be constructively working with neighbouring Councils and their officers over the coming weeks in February and March to discuss the detail of arrangements and to identify and address any issues that may arise in the implementation phase. It is working towards reaching an accord with all four adjoining Councils by the end of March 2015, so that proposals can be more formally addressed with public accountability through future meetings and resolutions of the Council of the City of Canning. Key issues including arrangements concerning the City’s Waste Services and the City’s extensive Aged and Care Services will be high on the agenda as the LIC processes continue. The City is mindful of the importance of these services and facilities to significant sections of the Canning community. As previously promised, the City is committed to ensuring its community is kept informed on the progress of Reform, and will utilise this space, our website and our e-newsletter to communicate important information to our community on an ongoing basis. If you are not currently on our email list, please go to our website www.canning.wa.gov.au and click on ‘Subscribe to our e-newsletter’ and complete the necessary details.
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Canning River Bike and Brekkie Ramble Sunday 1 March, 8am pre-ride activities and ride begins at 9am Thornlie Community Centre, 14 Glenbrook Road, Thornlie In partnership with the City of Gosnells come and celebrate Bikeweek, a fun 8km one way bike ramble along the picturesque Canning River. Enjoy a free healthy cooked breakfast at Kent Street Weir while learning about bike safety and go in the draw to win some great prizes.
One Bedroom Unit For Sale!
Act-Belong-Commit Friday Night Movies The Great and Powerful Oz Friday 13 February 7.30pm
The City of Canning currently has a one bedroom Independent Living Unit available at Rossmoyne Retirement Village. Rossmoyne Retirement Village is an established 36 unit village in lush gardens and located within walking distance to the Canning River, a bowling club, local shops and public transport. The unit is located in a private area at the front of the village, has views over the park and is not over-looked by any other unit. The unit has been fully renovated and features a new kitchen and bathroom.
Canning Vale Oval, Eucalyptus Boulevard, Canning Vale Bring your own picnic/seating, and arrive early for a good spot! There’s free parking and a chance to win a picnic hamper and blanket! Visit the website for more information.
Please direct all enquiries to Alan O’Toole on 6350 7221 or aotoole@canning.wa.gov.au
City of Canning Weed Control Programme
Registration is essential. Call 9397 3111.
Emergency Risk Assessment Workshop The City of Canning and the City of Gosnells are currently updating their Emergency Management Plans. To ensure our community is emergency prepared - we need your help.
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The City’s would like to thank those who participated in the recent Community Emergency Risk Management Survey. The survey is now closed and all responses received have gone into the draw to win a $200 Westfield Carousel shopping voucher.
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The survey provided valuable information in helping to identify potential risks that may bring about damage.
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The City of Canning’s Parks and Streetscapes Services will be engaging a contractor to apply “Thumper” to Willetton Oval North to stop the spread of Couch Mite. Thumper has the below active ingredients; Ingredients: Abamectin
Concentration (g/L): 20
To help assess the likelihood and impact should these risks occur - You are invited to attend an Emergency Risk Assessment Workshop.
Spraying will take place Friday 13 February 2015, weather permitting.
When: 24 February 2015 | 9.00am - 4.30pm Where: City of Canning Function Room - Corner George Street West and Albany Highway, Cannington WA. RSVP: Register by emailing shirley.elliott@canning.wa.gov.au by Friday 13 February 2015. Lunch and refreshments provided. Open to all City of Canning and City of Gosnells residents.
Public entry is permitted once the product has dried.
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Civic & Administration Centre Cnr Albany Highway and George Street West, Cannington Please address correspondence to: Locked Bag 80 Welshpool WA 6986
For any further information, please contact the area supervisors: Alastair Coubrough - 9231 0622 Acting Supervisor for Canning Vale, Riverton, Rossmoyne, Shelley, Leeming and Willetton.
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