Council Committees

Purpose & Scope

1. Advise on the development, management, and improvement of airport facilities, ensuring the sustainability, safety and growth of the airport in alignment with community and aviation industry needs.
2. To provide input into developing a new Master Plan for the Airport as provided for in the 2024/25 Budget.

    

Councillor Representation

Councillor Christine Stead (Chair)

Councillor Tony O'Grady

Councillor Anne Napoli

View Agendas & Minutes  

Purpose & Scope

As required under section 428A of the Local Government Act 1993 (the Act), the role of this Committee is to review and provide independent advice to Council regarding the following aspects of Council’s operations:

• compliance
• risk management
• fraud control
• financial management
• governance
• implementation of the strategic plan, delivery program and strategies
• service reviews
• collection of performance measurement data by Council, and
• internal audit.

Relevant Documents

Guidelines for Risk Management and Internal Audit for Local Government in NSW - Office of Local Government NSW

Councillor Representation

Councillor Christine Stead (observer / non-voting)

View Agendas & Minutes

Purpose & Scope

1. To oversee and guide the progress and findings of any study being undertaken as part of the Floodplain Management Plans.
   
   
2. To provide a forum for discussion of technical, social, economic and environmental issues arising from the Floodplain Management Plans.
   
   
3. To consider:

• Existing flood risk
• Flood mitigation measures
• Community awareness
• Floodplain Management Manual

4. To facilitate and seek community input and engagement in the gathering of data and views in respect to the development and strategy for implementation of the Floodplain Management Plans.

5. To provide Council with sustainable, integrated Floodplain Management Plans with recommendation as to the management of the risk of flooding to enable the reduction of damage from flooding as required as per Guidelines NSW Floodplain Development Manual.

6. Review the Floodplain Risk Plans and Studies as required including:

• Aerodrome Overland Flow Flood Study 2010
• Aerodrome Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan 2011
• CBD Overland Flow Flood Study (2012)
• CDB Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan (2013)
• Lake Wyangan Flood Study (2012)
• Lake Wyangan Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan (2013)
• Griffith Main Drain J and Mirrool Creek Flood Study 2015 Vol 1
• Griffith Main Drain J and Mirrool Creek Flood Study 2015 Vol 2
• Griffith Main Drain J and Mirrool Creek Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan (2015)
• Griffith Main Drain J and Mirrool Creek Flood Study Update 2021 Vol 1 - Yenda Flood Mapping Update
• Griffith Main Drain J and Mirrool Creek Flood Study Update 2021 Vol 2 - Yenda Flood Mapping update - Flood Mapping Compendium
• Mirrool Creek Rural Floodplain Plan (currently being developed by DCCEEW)

Click here to view the Flood Studies and Plans

Councillor Representation

Councillor Scott Groat (Chair)

Councillor Laurie Testoni (Alternate)

View Agendas & Minutes

Purpose & Scope

1. To advise and make recommendations to Council on matters relating to access and mobility issues with particular emphasis on issues for people with disabilities.

2. To provide input into the review of Council’s Disability Inclusion Access Plan (DIAP).

3. To advise Council on accessibility issues pertaining to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Strategy, CBD Strategy, Development Control Plans, Tourism and Economic Development Strategy or other Plans of Council and their implementation;

4. To prepare advice to Council during planning and design of public buildings, open space and recreation facilities;

5.  To prepare submissions following public notification of Development Applications or significant development proposals in the public domain;

Councillor Representation

Councillor Shari Blumer (Chair)

Councillor Laurie Testoni 

View Agendas & Minutes 

Purpose and Scope

1. Read, be familiar with and understand the full content of both the Lake Wyangan and Catchment Management Strategy – Technical Report 2017 and the Lake Wyangan and Catchment Management Strategy – Strategy Report 2017.
   
   
2. Be prepared to action implementation of preferred Management Actions across: Water Quality Management Actions, Ecosystem Health Management Actions and Community Wellbeing Management Actions as described in the Lake Wyangan and Catchment Management Strategy – Strategy Report 2017.
   
   
3. Action implementation of the Western Foreshore Masterplan Development Stage 2 (including consideration of animal enclosure facilities).
   
   
4. Bring to the Lake Wyangan & Catchment Management Committee a professional knowledge and/or expertise related to any one or more Management Action/s and be prepared to utilise such knowledge and/or expertise to assist delivery of preferred Management Actions.
   
   
5. Be prepared to undertake robust discussion in relation to the implementation of preferred Management Actions, take specialist advice when necessary, this to ensure the successful design, documentation and delivery of preferred Management Actions.
   
   
6. Be prepared to ‘call in’ specialist expert knowledge and expertise as required to underpin sound Management Action decision making and delivery.
   
   
7. Investigate models and mechanisms for financing preferred Lake Wyangan & Catchment Management Actions. Any Management Action/s will require a budget allocation and/or funding source to underpin delivery of Management Actions.
   
   
8. Pursue opportunities for specialist Research and Development involvement in further advancing scientific knowledge and understanding of the physical, chemical and biological processes taking place on and surrounding Lake Wyangan to enhance informed Management Actions.
   
   
9. Ensure open engagement with other Private, State or Federal Government stakeholders and Agencies whom are readily able to contribute knowledge, policy and process to the implementation of Management Actions.
   
   
10. Be prepared to engage openly with all potential stakeholders within the Lake Wyangan  Catchment in an endeavour to deliver inclusive and cooperative participation from all potential stakeholders in the delivery of preferred Management Actions.
    
    
11. Be prepared to profile the successes of the Lake Wyangan & Catchment Management Committee arising from successful implementation and delivery of Management Actions as they arise through Local, State and National Award opportunities and associated media opportunities (Duty of Chairperson).
    
    
12. Summation of water quality actions to date/discussions on timings to implement permanent pump.
    
    
13. To inform the Floodplain Management Committee with respect to the operating/ recreational level of the North Lake and inflow drainage from the North West drainage into the North Lake.
     
14. Review progress report(s) to Committee regarding Lake Wyangan Data Analysis report prepared by Dr Philip Orr and table final report as submitted by Dr Orr.

Relevant Documents

Lake Wyangan and Catchment Management Strategy - Strategy Report June 2017(PDF, 2MB)

Lake Wyangan and Catchment Management Strategy - Technical Report June 2017(PDF, 27MB)

Draft Lake Wyangan Plan of Management(PDF, 4MB) (waiting on Minister's approval)

Draft Lake Wyangan Masterplan(PDF, 42MB)

Lake Wyangan | Connect Griffith

Councillor Representation

Councillor Doug Curran (Chair)

Councillor Tony O'Grady

Councillor Laurie Testoni

Councillor Mark Dal Bon (Alt)

Councillor Scott Groat (Alt) 

View Agendas & Minutes

Purpose & Scope

The Landfill / FOGO Committee will be established for the purpose of:

1. Guiding the management of landfill operations, waste disposal and recycling initiatives at Council’s Landfill operations including expansion of facilities as require.
2. Implementation of the Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) including planning and rollout of the FOGO program by 2030.
3. Rehabilitation of existing cells and construction of new landfill cells. 

Relevant Documents

 FOGO is GO GO in NSW

NSW EPA Go FOGO Grants

Councillor Representation

Councillor Doug Curran (Chair)

Councillor Christine Stead

Councillor Mark Dal Bon

View Agendas & Minutes

Local Traffic Forum

Councils take the lead in managing most of the NSW road network. Responsibility for the regulation and control of traffic is shared with Transport for NSW (Transport).

Transport’s (2025) Authorisation and Delegation Instrument authorises councils to use prescribed traffic control devices under s122 of the Road Transport Act 2013 and delegates Transport’s power under s115 of the Roads Act 1993 to regulate traffic for any purpose. The (2025) Authorisation and Delegation Instrument revokes and replaces both the (2011) Delegation to Councils and the (2023) Temporary Delegation to Councils No.2. 

One of the conditions of the (2025) Authorisation and Delegation Instrument is that councils establish a Local Transport Forum (formerly known as Local Traffic Committee). The Forum provides advice, technical review, and coordination of works and events. It does not vote, issue approvals, or make decisions.

The four formal members of the Local Transport Forum are representatives from each of Council, Transport, NSW Police, and the relevant State Member(s) of Parliament. 

Some works must be referred to the Local Transport Forum for advice prior to implementation, such as those which restrict or prohibit passage for longer than 6 months and those which prevent or hinder safe public transport operations for more than 24 hours.

For most works, referral to the Local Transport Forum is optional at the discretion of council, provided the Forum is later given a record of any use of prescribed traffic control devices.

Proposals of less than 24 hours are not required to be referred to the Local Transport Forum at all, but some will require notification of Transport, Police, and/or bus operators.

Relevant Documents:

Transport for NSW's (2025) Authorisation and Delegation Instrument

A guide for councils using the (2025) Authorisation and Delegation Instrument

Councillor Representation

Councillor Anne Napoli (Chair)

Councillor Tony O'Grady (Alt) 

View Agendas & Minutes

Purpose & Scope

The purpose of the new Cemetery Masterplan Committee is to:

1. Provide community feedback and oversee the development and implementation of the New Cemetery Masterplan.
2. Review the New Cemetery Draft Masterplan (further traffic studies) including Rifle Range Road.

3. Provide Community feedback, at a high level, in relation to the operation of the current cemeteries.

    

Relevant Documents 

Draft New Cemetery Masterplan(PDF, 12MB)

Councillor Representation

Councillor Jenny Ellis (Chair)

Councillor Mark Dal Bon 

View Agendas & Minutes

Purpose & Scope

To provide strategic guidance and support for developing, preserving, showcasing and promoting the living history and cultural heritage of the Griffith region at Pioneer Park Museum.

Relevant Documents

Plan Of Management - Scenic Hill Zone 2 Pioneer Park(PDF, 4MB)

Draft Griffith Pioneer Park Museum Masterplan(PDF, 31MB)

Councillor Representation

Councillor Shari Blumer (Chair)

Councillor Laurie Testoni

Councillor Jenny Ellis 

View Agendas & Minutes

Purpose & Scope

1. Provide advice and recommendations regarding the review of various Council policies and strategies on the development, maintenance and improvement of roads, parks and pathways, promoting accessibility, safety, fit for purpose and aesthetic appeal for the community.
2. Receive periodic status reports on the Road Review 2024 actions.

Relevant Documents

Road Service Review Actions(PDF, 170KB)

CS-CP-402 - Driveways Maintenance Width Policy(PDF, 107KB)

WO-CP-602 - Roads Maintenance Upgrading of Unsealed Roads Policy(PDF, 122KB)

WO-CP-502 - Kerb Guttering Footpath Construction Policy(PDF, 104KB) 

IM-CP-201 - Roads Open Spaces Naming Policy(PDF, 148KB)

GOV-CP-306 - Plaques Installed by Council Policy(PDF, 128KB)

Playground Strategy(PDF, 8MB)

Griffith Pedestrian and Bicycle Strategy 2021(PDF, 8MB)

Griffith Heavy Vehicle Strategy - 2013(PDF, 11MB)

Councillor Representation

Councillor Shari Blumer (Chair)

Councillor Mark Dal Bon

Councillor Jenny Ellis

View Agendas & Minutes

Purpose & Scope

Consultation with stakeholders and users regarding the management, preservation and enhancement of the Scenic Hill Crown Land Reserve ensuring its sustainable use and balancing environmental, cultural and recreational interests.

Relevant Documents 

Plan of Management Scenic Hill Zone 1 Formal Recreational Areas(PDF, 4MB)

Plan of Management Scenic Hill Zone 2 Pioneer Park(PDF, 4MB)

Plan of Management Scenic Hill Zone 3 Natural Areas(PDF, 7MB)

Councillor Representation

Councillor Jenny Ellis (Chair),

Councillor Laurie Testoni 

Councillor Tony O'Grady 

View Agendas & Minutes

Purpose & Scope

The Saleyards Committee will be established for the purpose of providing advice and recommendations on the future development of the Griffith Livestock Marketing Centre (GLMC) ensuring efficiency, stakeholder satisfaction and alignment with industry standards including:

1. Development of a Masterplan to include roof over entire saleyards structure.
2.  Recycled water use at the GLMC.
3. Expansion of holding yards.
4. Decommissioning of cattle yards.

Councillor Representation

Councillor Scott Groat (Chair),

Councillor Christine Stead

Councillor Doug Curran

View Agendas & Minutes

Once you've been notified of your acceptance to the Committee, there's some additional steps to be followed. 

Step 1 

Read the following Policies and Information: 

Code of Conduct(PDF, 3MB) 
Model Code of Conduct at a Glance Committee Members & Delegates(PDF, 214KB) 
Code of Meeting Practice(PDF, 246KB) 
Media Policy(PDF, 1MB)  
Social Media Policy(PDF, 1MB)
Child Safe Policy(PDF, 150KB)
Child Safe Code of Conduct(PDF, 157KB) 
Information Protection Principles

Step 2

Complete the below form:

Committee Acknowledgement of Policies Form

Remember to:

• Submit a Conflict of Interest form for all Pecuniary or Non-Pecuniary declarations of Interests (refer to Part 4 & 5 of the Code of Conduct)

• Submit a Gift and Benefits Form should you be the recipient of any gifts or benefits in your duty as a Committee member, as detailed in Part 6 of the Code of Conduct