municipal monitor
Monitor hopeful for new group
An independent municipal monitor appointed to watch Colac Otway Shire Council has released a scathing 31-page report, but says a new-look council provides hope for the future.
Monitor writes report, council answers letter
A municipal monitor appointed to Colac Otway Shire Council has finished her term and delivered a report on her time observing the council.
Council monitor not needed: MP says
Colac Otway Shire Council has refuted that its chief executive called in a municipal monitor, with its mayor calling the claim “pure speculation”.
Monitor’s price tag revealed
Municipal monitors – like the one in place at Colac Otway Shire Council – could be costing ratepayers $1335 a day, the Opposition says.
Colac Otway mayor issues statement
Colac Otway Shire mayor Marg White has spoken out to address recent commentary about the council and the appointment of a municipal monitor.
EDITORIAL
Why does Colac Otway Shire Council have a monitor and what is good governance?
Terms shed light on issues
Councillor behaviour, CEO support, meetings, conflicts and handling of matters with “serious risk to health and safety” are all specific focuses for Colac Otway Shire Council’s new eagle-eye overseer.
State appoints Colac Otway Shire Council monitor
A municipal monitor appointed to Colac Otway Shire Council will begin her work today to support good governance processes and practices at the council.