If you wish to make a comment, forward all written submissions to the City by no later than 5 July 2024.
Answer: The Council has 35 days from receipt of the report from the Minister to review and prepare a response, if required. The City is not in a position to comment on specifics until this process is complete. However, it is important to note that the report has recommended only that the City undergo an independent governance review and arrange training for its Elected Members and Executive. No further actions were recommended. Briefing sessions were formerly held over dinner and it was possible for Elected Members to have a drink with their food. These sessions are now held online. The City does not agree with the characterisation that Elected Members were “drunk on the job”. The report states: “some elected members being under the apparent influence of alcohol”; noting that this allegation goes back to 2019. In the past, some Elected Members have been counselled about appropriate behaviour at briefings.
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