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Committees

Committees form an important part of our interaction with community members and key stakeholders and are one of the ways that can help us deliver on the outcomes identified in the Community Strategic Plan.

‘Committee’ is defined as any Working Group, Reference Group or Delegated Committee providing information, advice, suggestions, and support to Council and staff when determining the best actions moving forward.

Information on Committees that are established or are being established can be found in the sections below.

Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee

The objective of the committee is to provide independent assurance, oversight and assistance to Council on risk management, control, governance, internal audits, organisational performance and external responsibilities in an advisory capacity.

Barrington Coast Destination Management Reference Group

The purpose of the Barrington Coast Destination Management Reference Group is to provide guidance, support and advocacy to ensure the successful delivery of the outcomes detailed in the MidCoast Destination Management Plan and associated documents.

Community Inclusion and Wellbeing Reference Group

The purpose of the Reference Group is to provide strategic advice and feedback to assist Council in making the MidCoast an accessible, inclusive and cohesive community, where all people can participate fully in community life, regardless of their age, ability or background.

Community Recovery Bushfire Reference Group

The purpose of the Reference Group is to provide strategic advice and feedback to assist Council in supporting the MidCoast community to recover and renew following the bushfire events of late 2019.

Economic Development Working Group

The MidCoast Economic Development Working Group has been established to provide specialist advice to MidCoast Council in relation to the growth and development of the MidCoast economy and the generation of local employment opportunities.

Floodplain Management Advisory Committee

The purpose of the Floodplain Management Advisory Committee is to advise Council on the development and implementation of Floodplain Risk Management Plans for the Mid Coast Council local government area.

Heritage Reference Group

The MidCoast Heritage Reference Group has been established to provide strategic advice and feedback in relation to protecting and promoting our local heritage.

Local Traffic Committee

The Local Traffic Committee (LTC) is set up under a delegation from NSW Roads and Maritime Services, to deal with traffic matters relating to general traffic issues on local roads.

Manning River Estuary Coastal Management Program Reference Group

The Manning River ECMP will develop strategies for a healthy catchment and estuary that will support the social, economic, cultural and environmental values of its people.

MidCoast Cultural Plan 2036 Reference Group

We are seeking nominations from members of the community who would like to become part of our new Cultural Plan Reference Group. Members will offer assistance and support across the arts and cultural sector of our region.

Old Bar - Manning Point Coastal Management Program Reference Group

The Old Bar - Manning Point Coastal Management Program Reference Group provides strategic stakeholder input to the development of the Old Bar - Manning Point Coastal Management Program. The CMP will develop strategies and prioritise management options to address hazard risks to private, public and environmental assets.

Sport and Recreation Reference Group

This reference group will provide strategic advice to Council on the planning, development and delivery of sport and recreational services in the local government area.