Policies

To provide a method of assessing applications for the appropriate use of Singleton Council’s footpaths as footpath trading areas, based on the requirements and guidelines stated within this policy. 

Singleton Council is committed to high ethical standards and this Statement of Business Ethics sets out the standards Council requires of Council officials (Councillors, staff and delegates), and their staff and other business associates.  

The purpose of this policy is to assist and support staff in managing any complainant conduct that negatively and unreasonably affects Singleton Council.

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that Children’s Services are compliant with the Education and Care Services National Regulations. This policy applies to Colleen Gale Children’s Centre, Singleton Mobile Preschool and Singleton Out of School Hours (OOSH).

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that full and accurate records of the activities and decisions of Councillors, in the course of their official duties for Council, are created, managed and disposed of appropriately to meet Council’s organisational needs and accountability requirements.

The purpose of this policy is to establish clear guidelines for the management of Council’s regulatory activities and the implementation of enforcement action.

The purpose of the policy is to govern the expenditure of funds allocated to help secure a prosperous and enjoyable future for residents of the Singleton Local Government Area (LGA).

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that any potential conflicts of interest are managed appropriately and that transparency is increased in the assessment of development applications for any Council-related development or where a staff member or Councillor is the applicant.

The purpose of internal auditing is to provide an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and drive the qualities of effective local government. 

This policy has been developed to ensure the disposal of surplus assets to council requirements is carried out in a manner that promotes obtaining best value for money; accountability; sustainability; fairness and impartiality; and avoids any conflicts of interest.