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1. Pursuant to section 90(2) and 90(3)(a) and (e) of the Local Government Act 1999 (the Act) the Council orders that members of the public be excluded from attendance at that part of the meeting relating to Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update, except the following persons – Nathan Cunningham – Chief Executive Officer; Rebecca Hunt – McArthur Management (Independent HR Consultant); Michyla Lewis – Minute Taker (Governance and Policy Officer). 2. That the Council is satisfied that, pursuant to section 90(3)(a) & (e) of the Act, the information to be received, discussed or considered in relation to this Agenda Item 7.1 is information that the disclosure of which would involve the unreasonable disclosure of information concerning the personal affairs of the Chief Executive Officer, in that details of personal circumstances and performance will be discussed, which are sensitive and are opinion based or observations and are details known to those who are privy to the information. 3. Accordingly, the Council is satisfied that the principle for the meeting to be conducted in a place open to the public has been outweighed by the need to keep the information or matter confidential.
Topic: Moving into Confidence for Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update
1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer Key Performance Indicators Summary 2024-2025 and Setting For 2025-2026 Report. 2. That Council acknowledges the achievements of the CEO in relation to the 2024/25 KPI's as provided in Attachment A of this report and as presented to the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee at their meeting held 17 July 2025. 3. That Council adopt the following KPI's for 2025/26 as recommended by the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee (CEO25011) at their meeting held 17 July 2025; • KPI 1 - Ongoing delivery of Strategic Finance Workshops with Elected Members to deliver a 3 year financial plan in a user-friendly format to strengthen long-term financial sustainability. • KPI 2 - Undertake targeted discussions with Elected Members to work through the detail of the updated Asset Management Plans with consideration given to service standards. • KPI 3 - Develop, Implement & Deliver a Service Review during 2025/26 to further assist with financial sustainability. • KPI 4 – Develop, Implement & Deliver a Rate Review during 2025/26 in time for implementation in the next budget (26/27). • KPI 5 - Implement Strategic Plan Progress Reporting on a 6 monthly basis. • KPI 6 – Review and Improve the Performance Development Conversation process across the organisation.
Topic: Chief Executive Officer Key Performance Indicators Summary 2024-2025 and Setting for 2025-2026.
1. That having considered Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update in confidence under Sections 90(2) and Sections 90(3)(a) (e) of the Local Government Act 1999, the Council, under the provisions of sections 91(7) and (9) of the Local Government Act 1999 orders that the agenda report and related attachments relative to Agenda Item 7.1 be kept confidential until further order of Council. 2. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(a) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the duty to conduct an annual review of the confidentiality order to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. 3. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(c) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the power to revoke the confidentiality order, in part or in whole, to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. 4. That the public be readmitted to the meeting.
Topic: Retain in Confidence for Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update
That the following be included 4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% 1% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council's obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 18 12 months beyond the current end date is made.
Topic: Amendment to CEO Performance Review: Salary and Contract Term
That having considered Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update in confidence under Sections 90(2) and Sections 90(3)(a) (e) of the Local Government Act 1999, the Council, under the provisions of sections 91(7) and (9) of the Local Government Act 1999 orders that the agenda report and related attachments relative to Agenda Item 7.1 be kept confidential until further order of Council. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(a) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the duty to conduct an annual review of the confidentiality order to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(c) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the power to revoke the confidentiality order, in part or in whole, to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. That the public be readmitted to the meeting.
Topic: Retain in Confidence (Agenda Item 7.1 details)
That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer Key Performance Indicators Summary 2024-2025 and Setting For 2025-2026 Report. That Council acknowledges the achievements of the CEO in relation to the 2024/25 KPI's as provided in Attachment A of this report and as presented to the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee at their meeting held 17 July 2025. That Council adopt the following KPI's for 2025/26 as recommended by the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee (CEO25011) at their meeting held 17 July 2025; KPI 1 - Ongoing delivery of Strategic Finance Workshops with Elected Members to deliver a 3 year financial plan in a user-friendly format to strengthen long-term financial sustainability. KPI 2 - Undertake targeted discussions with Elected Members to work through the detail of the updated Asset Management Plans with consideration given to service standards. KPI 3 - Develop, Implement & Deliver a Service Review during 2025/26 to further assist with financial sustainability. KPI 4 – Develop, Implement & Deliver a Rate Review during 2025/26 in time for implementation in the next budget (26/27). KPI 5 - Implement Strategic Plan Progress Reporting on a 6 monthly basis. KPI 6 – Review and Improve the Performance Development Conversation process across the organisation.
Topic: Chief Executive Officer Key Performance Indicators Summary 2024-2025 and Setting for 2025-2026.
Pursuant to section 90(2) and 90(3)(a) and (e) of the Local Government Act 1999 (the Act) the Council orders that members of the public be excluded from attendance at that part of the meeting relating to Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update, except the following persons – Nathan Cunningham – Chief Executive Officer Rebecca Hunt – McArthur Management (Independent HR Consultant) Michyla Lewis – Minute Taker (Governance and Policy Officer). That the Council is satisfied that, pursuant to section 90(3)(a) & (e) of the Act, the information to be received, discussed or considered in relation to this Agenda Item 7.1 is information that the disclosure of which would involve the unreasonable disclosure of information concerning the personal affairs of the Chief Executive Officer, in that details of personal circumstances and performance will be discussed, which are sensitive and are opinion based or observations and are details known to those who are privy to the information. Accordingly, the Council is satisfied that the principle for the meeting to be conducted in a place open to the public has been outweighed by the need to keep the information or matter confidential.
Topic: Moving into Confidence for CEO Performance Review
1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update Report. 2. That the Council note that the CEO consistently achieved feedback at 3 out of 5 and above, demonstrating satisfactory and above satisfactory performance across all the Key Result Areas. 3. That the Council commend the CEO for his commitment and for the achievements across the year as evidenced through the Performance Review Survey. 4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council's obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 2 years beyond the current end date is made.
Topic: Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update
That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer Key Performance Indicators Summary 2024-2025 and Setting For 2025-2026 Report. That Council acknowledges the achievements of the CEO in relation to the 2024/25 KPI's as provided in Attachment A of this report and as presented to the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee at their meeting held 17 July 2025. That Council adopt the following KPI's for 2025/26 as recommended by the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee (CEO25011) at their meeting held 17 July 2025; KPI 1 - Ongoing delivery of Strategic Finance Workshops with Elected Members to deliver a 3 year financial plan in a user-friendly format to strengthen long-term financial sustainability. KPI 2 - Undertake targeted discussions with Elected Members to work through the detail of the updated Asset Management Plans with consideration given to service standards. KPI 3 - Develop, Implement & Deliver a Service Review during 2025/26 to further assist with financial sustainability. KPI 4 – Develop, Implement & Deliver a Rate Review during 2025/26 in time for implementation in the next budget (26/27). KPI 5 - Implement Strategic Plan Progress Reporting on a 6 monthly basis. KPI 6 – Review and Improve the Performance Development Conversation process across the organisation.
Pursuant to section 90(2) and 90(3)(a) and (e) of the Local Government Act 1999 (the Act) the Council orders that members of the public be excluded from attendance at that part of the meeting relating to Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update, except the following persons – Nathan Cunningham – Chief Executive Officer; Rebecca Hunt – McArthur Management (Independent HR Consultant); Michyla Lewis – Minute Taker (Governance and Policy Officer). That the Council is satisfied that, pursuant to section 90(3)(a) & (e) of the Act, the information to be received, discussed or considered in relation to this Agenda Item 7.1 is information that the disclosure of which would involve the unreasonable disclosure of information concerning the personal affairs of the Chief Executive Officer, in that details of personal circumstances and performance will be discussed, which are sensitive and are opinion based or observations and are details known to those who are privy to the information. Accordingly, the Council is satisfied that the principle for the meeting to be conducted in a place open to the public has been outweighed by the need to keep the information or matter confidential.
Motion called by Cr Quirke after Cr Polomka left the meeting, resulting in 4 votes for and 3 against, declared CARRIED.
That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% 1% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council's obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 18 12 months beyond the current end date is made.
That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update Report. That the Council note that the CEO consistently achieved feedback at 3 out of 5 and above, demonstrating satisfactory and above satisfactory performance across all the Key Result Areas. That the Council commend the CEO for his commitment and for the achievements across the year as evidenced through the Performance Review Survey. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council’s obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 2 years beyond the current end date is made.
That having considered Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update in confidence under Sections 90(2) and Sections 90(3)(a) (e) of the Local Government Act 1999, the Council, under the provisions of sections 91(7) and (9) of the Local Government Act 1999 orders that the agenda report and related attachments relative to Agenda Item 7.1 be kept confidential until further order of Council. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(a) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the duty to conduct an annual review of the confidentiality order to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(c) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the power to revoke the confidentiality order, in part or in whole, to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. That the public be readmitted to the meeting.
Moving into Confidence: 1. Pursuant to section 90(2) and 90(3)(a) and (e) of the Local Government Act 1999 (the Act) the Council orders that members of the public be excluded from attendance at that part of the meeting relating to Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update, except the following persons – Nathan Cunningham – Chief Executive Officer Rebecca Hunt – McArthur Management (Independent HR Consultant) Michyla Lewis – Minute Taker (Governance and Policy Officer) 2. That the Council is satisfied that, pursuant to section 90(3)(a) & (e) of the Act, the information to be received, discussed or considered in relation to this Agenda Item 7.1 is information that the disclosure of which would involve the unreasonable disclosure of information concerning the personal affairs of the Chief Executive Officer, in that details of personal circumstances and performance will be discussed, which are sensitive and are opinion based or observations and are details known to the prive to the information. 3. Accordingly, the Council is satisfied that the principle for the meeting to be conducted in a place open to the public has been outweighed by the need to keep the information or matter confidential.
AMENDMENT: That the following be included 4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% 1% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council's obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 18 12 months beyond the current end date is made.
That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer Key Performance Indicators Summary 2024-2025 and Setting For 2025-2026 Report. That Council acknowledges the achievements of the CEO in relation to the 2024/25 KPI's as provided in Attachment A of this report and as presented to the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee at their meeting held 17 July 2025. That Council adopt the following KPI's for 2025/26 as recommended by the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee (CEO25011) at their meeting held 17 July 2025; KPI 1 - Ongoing delivery of Strategic Finance Workshops with Elected Members to deliver a 3 year financial plan in a user-friendly format to strengthen long-term financial sustainability. KPI 2 - Undertake targeted discussions with Elected Members to work through the detail of the updated Asset Management Plans with consideration given to service standards. KPI 3 - Develop, Implement & Deliver a Service Review during 2025/26 to further assist with financial sustainability. KPI 4 – Develop, Implement & Deliver a Rate Review during 2025/26 in time for implementation in the next budget (26/27). KPI 5 - Implement Strategic Plan Progress Reporting on a 6 monthly basis. KPI 6 – Review and Improve the Performance Development Conversation process across the organisation.
C25173 Retain in Confidence: 1. That having considered Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update in confidence under Sections 90(2) and Sections 90(3)(a) (e) of the Local Government Act 1999, the Council, under the provisions of sections 91(7) and (9) of the Local Government Act 1999 orders that the agenda report and related attachments relative to Agenda Item 7.1 be kept confidential until further order of Council. 2. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(a) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the duty to conduct an annual review of the confidentiality order to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. 3. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(c) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the power to revoke the confidentiality order, in part or in whole, to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. 4. That the public be readmitted to the meeting.
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C25170 Moved Cr Olsson Seconded Cr Hatch Moving into Confidence 1. Pursuant to section 90(2) and 90(3)(a) and (e) of the Local Government Act 1999 (the Act) the Council orders that members of the public be excluded from attendance at that part of the meeting relating to Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update, except the following persons – • Nathan Cunningham – Chief Executive Officer • Rebecca Hunt – McArthur Management (Independent HR Consultant) • Michyla Lewis – Minute Taker (Governance and Policy Officer) 2. That the Council is satisfied that, pursuant to section 90(3)(a) & (e) of the Act, the information to be received, discussed or considered in relation to this Agenda Item 7.1 is information that the disclosure of which would involve the unreasonable disclosure of information concerning the personal affairs of the Chief Executive Officer, in that details of personal circumstances and performance will be discussed, which are sensitive and are opinion based or observations and are details known to those who are privy to the information. 3. Accordingly, the Council is satisfied that the principle for the meeting to be conducted in a place open to the public has been outweighed by the need to keep the information or matter confidential. CARRIED Cr Quirke called for a DIVISION The Mayor declared the vote set aside For: Cr Gibbs, Cr Grocke, Cr Hatch, Cr Olsson, Mayor Houston, Cr Polomka Against: Cr Quirke, Cr Moffat The Mayor declared the vote CARRIED Cr Quirke, Cr Gibbs & Cr Olsson left the meeting at 10:45am Members of the public were excluded from the Gallery and the doors were closed at 10:45am. Cr Quirke, Cr Gibbs & Cr Olsson returned to the meeting at 10:46am CEO Nathan Cunningham left the meeting at 10:48am and did not return
Cr Polomka left the meeting at 11:47am and did not return. Cr Quirke called for a DIVISION The Mayor declared the vote set aside For: Cr Grocke, Cr Hatch, Cr Olsson, Mayor Houston Against: Cr Gibbs, Cr Quirke, Cr Moffat The Mayor declared the vote CARRIED C25173 Moved Cr Olsson Seconded Cr Grocke 1. That having considered Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update in confidence under Sections 90(2) and Sections 90(3)(a) (e) of the Local Government Act 1999, the Council, under the provisions of sections 91(7) and (9) of the Local Government Act 1999 orders that the agenda report and related attachments relative to Agenda Item 7.1 be kept confidential until further order of Council. 2. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(a) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the duty to conduct an annual review of the confidentiality order to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. 3. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(c) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the power to revoke the confidentiality order, in part or in whole, to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. 4. That the public be readmitted to the meeting. CARRIED Unanimously The meeting was reopened to the public at 11:51am
The meeting closed at 11:51am Confirmed: As an accurate record on 19 August 2025. Chairperson
Cr Simon Rothwell
Moved Cr Hatch Seconded Cr Olsson 1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update Report. 2. That the Council note that the CEO consistently achieved feedback at 3 out of 5 and above, demonstrating satisfactory and above satisfactory performance across all the Key Result Areas. 3. That the Council commend the CEO for his commitment and for the achievements across the year as evidenced through the Performance Review Survey. 4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council's obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 2 years beyond the current end date is made. AMENDMENT Moved Cr Quirke Seconded Cr Moffat That the following be included 4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% 1% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council's obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 2 Years 18 months beyond the current end date is made. Cr Quirke, with the consent of, Cr Moffat, sought and was granted leave of the meeting to vary the amendment as follows: That (as varied)
4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in accknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% 1% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council’s obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in accknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 18 12 months beyond the current end date is made. Motion LOST Cr Quirke called for a DIVISION The Mayor declared the vote set aside For: Cr Gibbs, Cr Quirke, Cr Moffat Against: Cr Grocke, Cr Hatch, Cr Olsson, Mayor Houston, Cr Polomka The Mayor declared the vote LOST Following the ‘Amendment (as varied)’ being lost. The debate resumed on the original motion (C25171) as replicated below. 1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update Report. 2. That the Council note that the CEO consistently achieved feedback at 3 out of 5 and above, demonstrating satisfactory and above satisfactory performance across all the Key Result Areas. 3. That the Council commend the CEO for his commitment and for the achievements across the year as evidenced through the Performance Review Survey. 4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in accknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council’s obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in accknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 2 years beyond the current end date is made. Motion TIED
Mayor Darryl Houston Deputy Mayor David Olsson Cr Lawrie Polomka Cr Wayne Gibbs Cr Shane Grocke Cr Karin Hatch Cr Davina Quirke Cr Tim Moffat Field Ward Field Ward Field Ward Light Ward Light Ward Light Ward Light Ward Light Ward Light Ward STAFF Nathan Cunningham Michyla Lewis Rebecca Hunt Chief Executive Officer Minute Taker (Governance and Policy Officer) McArthur Management (Independent HR Consultant)
The meeting commenced at 10:00am. Including recognition of the traditional landowners The Mayor read aloud “We would like to begin by acknowledging the Traditional owners of the land on which we meet today (the Kaurna, Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri people) and pay our respects to their elders past and present.”
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C25168 Moved Cr Olsson Seconded Cr Hatch 1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer Key Performance Indicators Summary 2024-2025 and Setting For 2025-2026 Report. 2. That Council acknowledges the achievements of the CEO in relation to the 2024/25 KPI's as provided in Attachment A of this report and as presented to the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee at their meeting held 17 July 2025. 3. That Council adopt the following KPI's for 2025/26 as recommended by the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee (CEO25011) at their meeting held 17 July 2025; • KPI 1 - Ongoing delivery of Strategic Finance Workshops with Elected Members to deliver a 3 year financial plan in a user-friendly format to strengthen long-term financial sustainability. • KPI 2 - Undertake targeted discussions with Elected Members to work through the detail of the updated Asset Management Plans with consideration given to service standards. • KPI 3 - Develop, Implement & Deliver a Service Review during 2025/26 to further assist with financial sustainability. • KPI 4 – Develop, Implement & Deliver a Rate Review during 2025/26 in time for implementation in the next budget (26/27). • KPI 5 - Implement Strategic Plan Progress Reporting on a 6 monthly basis. • KPI 6 – Review and Improve the Performance Development Conversation process across the organisation. Cr Quirke left the meeting at 10:11am Cr Quirke returned to the meeting at 10:11am CARRIED Cr Quirke called for a DIVISION The Mayor declared the vote set aside. For: Cr Gibbs, Cr Grocke, Cr Hatch, Cr Olsson, Mayor Houston, Cr Polomka Against: Cr Quirke, Cr Moffat The Mayor declared the vote CARRIED
Cr Simon Rothwell
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C25170 Moved Cr Olsson Seconded Cr Hatch Moving into Confidence 1. Pursuant to section 90(2) and 90(3)(a) and (e) of the Local Government Act 1999 (the Act) the Council orders that members of the public be excluded from attendance at that part of the meeting relating to Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update, except the following persons – Nathan Cunningham – Chief Executive Officer Rebecca Hunt – McArthur Management (Independent HR Consultant) Michyla Lewis – Minute Taker (Governance and Policy Officer) 2. That the Council is satisfied that, pursuant to section 90(3)(a) & (e) of the Act, the information to be received, discussed or considered in relation to this Agenda Item 7.1 is information that the disclosure of which would involve the unreasonable disclosure of information concerning the personal affairs of the Chief Executive Officer, in that details of personal circumstances and performance will be discussed, which are sensitive and are opinion based or observations and are details known to those who are privy to the information. 3. Accordingly, the Council is satisfied that the principle for the meeting to be conducted in a place open to the public has been outweighed by the need to keep the information or matter confidential. CARRIED The Mayor declared the vote CARRIED Cr Quirke called for a DIVISION The Mayor declared the vote set aside For: Cr Gibbs, Cr Grocke, Cr Hatch, Cr Olsson, Mayor Houston, Cr Polomka Against: Cr Quirke, Cr Moffat The Mayor declared the vote CARRIED Cr Quirke, Cr Gibbs & Cr Olsson left the meeting at 10:45am Members of the public were excluded from the Gallery and the doors were closed at 10:45am. Cr Quirke, Cr Gibbs & Cr Olsson returned to the meeting at 10:46am CEO Nathan Cunningham left the meeting at 10:48am and did not return
Moved Cr Hatch Seconded Cr Olsson 1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update Report. 2. That the Council note that the CEO consistently achieved feedback at 3 out of 5 and above, demonstrating satisfactory and above satisfactory performance across all the Key Result Areas. 3. That the Council commend the CEO for his commitment and for the achievements across the year as evidenced through the Performance Review Survey. 4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council's obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 2 years beyond the current end date is made. AMENDMENT Moved Cr Quirke Seconded Cr Moffat That the following be included 4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% 1% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council's obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 2 Years 18 months beyond the current end date is made. Cr Quirke, with the consent of, Cr Moffat, sought and was granted leave of the meeting to vary the amendment as follows: That (as varied)
4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% 1% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council's obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 18 12 months beyond the current end date is made. Motion LOST Cr Quirke called for a DIVISION The Mayor declared the vote set aside For: Cr Gibbs, Cr Quirke, Cr Moffat Against: Cr Grocke, Cr Hatch, Cr Olsson, Mayor Houston, Cr Polomka The Mayor declared the vote LOST Following the 'Amendment (as varied)' being lost. The debate resumed on the original motion (C25171) as replicated below. 1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update Report. 2. That the Council note that the CEO consistently achieved feedback at 3 out of 5 and above, demonstrating satisfactory and above satisfactory performance across all the Key Result Areas. 3. That the Council commend the CEO for his commitment and for the achievements across the year as evidenced through the Performance Review Survey. 4. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Salary Package of 2.85% is made, noting that this shift continues to meet the Council's obligations related to the Remuneration Tribunal Determination. 5. That in line with the recommendation of the Committee (Resolution CEO25017), in acknowledgement of the performance, achievements and commitment of the CEO, and with consideration of the input from the Qualified Independent Person to the Committee, an adjustment to the CEO Employment Contract Term of 2 years beyond the current end date is made. Motion TIED
Cr Polomka left the meeting at 11:47am and did not return. Cr Quirke called for a DIVISION The Mayor declared the vote set aside For: Cr Grocke, Cr Hatch, Cr Olsson, Mayor Houston Against: Cr Gibbs, Cr Quirke, Cr Moffat The Mayor declared the vote CARRIED Moved Cr Olsson Seconded Cr Grocke 1. That having considered Agenda Item 7.1 – Chief Executive Officer 2024-2025 Performance Review Survey Outcomes / Analysis, Remuneration and Contract Update in confidence under Sections 90(2) and Sections 90(3)(a) (e) of the Local Government Act 1999, the Council, under the provisions of sections 91(7) and (9) of the Local Government Act 1999 orders that the agenda report and related attachments relative to Agenda Item 7.1 be kept confidential until further order of Council. 2. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(a) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the duty to conduct an annual review of the confidentiality order to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. 3. That, pursuant to section 91(9)(c) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council delegates the power to revoke the confidentiality order, in part or in whole, to the Chief Executive Officer, or their sub-delegate. 4. That the public be readmitted to the meeting. CARRIED Unanimously The meeting was reopened to the public at 11:51am
The meeting closed at 11:51am Confirmed: As an accurate record on 19 August 2025. Chairperson
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C25168 Moved Cr Olsson Seconded Cr Hatch 1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer Key Performance Indicators Summary 2024-2025 and Setting For 2025-2026 Report. 2. That Council acknowledges the achievements of the CEO in relation to the 2024/25 KPI's as provided in Attachment A of this report and as presented to the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee at their meeting held 17 July 2025. 3. That Council adopt the following KPI's for 2025/26 as recommended by the Chief Executive Officer Performance and Remuneration Review Committee (CEO25011) at their meeting held 17 July 2025; KPI 1 - Ongoing delivery of Strategic Finance Workshops with Elected Members to deliver a 3 year financial plan in a user-friendly format to strengthen long-term financial sustainability. KPI 2 - Undertake targeted discussions with Elected Members to work through the detail of the updated Asset Management Plans with consideration given to service standards. KPI 3 - Develop, Implement & Deliver a Service Review during 2025/26 to further assist with financial sustainability. KPI 4 – Develop, Implement & Deliver a Rate Review during 2025/26 in time for implementation in the next budget (26/27). KPI 5 - Implement Strategic Plan Progress Reporting on a 6 monthly basis. KPI 6 – Review and Improve the Performance Development Conversation process across the organisation. Cr Quirke left the meeting at 10:11am Cr Quirke returned to the meeting at 10:11am CARRIED The Mayor declared the vote CARRIED
Mayor Darryl Houston Field Ward Deputy Mayor David Olsson Field Ward Cr Lawrie Polomka Field Ward Cr Wayne Gibbs Light Ward Cr Shane Grocke Light Ward Cr Karin Hatch Light Ward Cr Davina Quirke Light Ward Cr Tim Moffat Light Ward STAFF Nathan Cunningham Chief Executive Officer Michyla Lewis Minute Taker (Governance and Policy Officer) Rebecca Hunt McArthur Management (Independent HR Consultant)
The meeting commenced at 10:00am. Including recognition of the traditional landowners The Mayor read aloud “We would like to begin by acknowledging the Traditional owners of the land on which we meet today (the Kaurna, Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri people) and pay our respects to their elders past and present.”