Cost cutting? You betcha

The Fraser Coast Regional Council's first Ordinary Meeting No. 1 took place yesterday. In line with the main reason for amalgamation our council has started cutting costs. No longer will members of the public attending council meeting be able to obtain a hard copy of council's agenda! There will now be three copies in plastic folders to be shared!! This will not only save ratepayers money, but also save the trees!!!

A cynic like me could think this is aimed at keeping the public in the dark. I am told those with access to a computer can download a copy prior to attending council meetings. So we don't save trees, we just shift the cost.

It was decided, once again not to pursue non voters at the recent council elections. I've always thought a law that can't or won't be enforced, is a bad law and should be removed from legislation.

Fees associated with Food Safety have been increased raising revenue from $105K to $113K.

Councillor Arthur was elected to represent council on the Local Government Association of Queensland Executive for 2008 - 2012.

Authority was given to the mayor to set in motion the recruitment of our new CEO.

Meeting closed: 1130hrs.

John A Neve