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A MESSAGE FROM THE ADMINISTRATOR

I suspect many voters from the former Manly and Warringah Councils will be surprised when they go to vote on

September 9 that they will not be able to vote for the Mayor directly. Both Councils have had this right since they voted for it in referendums in 1995 and 2008 respectively. The former Pittwater Council never had a popularly elected Mayor, preferring the model where the Mayor is elected every year by the other elected Councillors.

The Government proclamation for the Northern Beaches Council sets up the model of a Councillor elected Mayor.So the September election will see the election of 15 Councillors, three from each of five wards, and those 15 will then choose the Mayor and Deputy Mayor at the first meeting of the new Council on 26 September.

A good number of residents from the former Manly and Warringah areas have approached me to request that I consider adding a referendum to the September ballot. Under that scenario, if the majority of voters supported moving to a popularly elected Mayor, it would be introduced four years later, rather than seven years later if it is left to the newly elected Council to take the question to the people.

For me this was not so much about which is the best model, but more about who should make the decision to give the people the choice and whether it would be a divisive issue at a time when people are still ‘finding their way’ with one larger Council.

I consulted widely, particularly with people knowledgeable about the implications of the Local Government Act. There is no doubt that as Administrator I have the authority to make the decision to put on a referendum on this matter. I have decided however, that given this issue will be hotly debated, it would be better left to the elected body.

The other factor in my thinking is that having worked hard over the last 15 months to bring the three communities together, it would not be helpful to bring forward an issue that could dominate the election and divide the community.

Dick Persson AM dick.persson@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

WHAT'S ON?

PLASTIC FREE JULYSat 1 Jul - Mon 31 Jul Across the Northern BeachesTake the Plastic Free July challenge and swap single-use plastic items such as disposable coffee cups and shopping bags for reusable alternatives. Visit plasticfreejuly.org to pledge.Additionally explore a range of Council-run events celebrating the global waste crusade. Bookings essential via the Events Calendar at thingstodo.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

CAPTAIN GILLIE’S GRAND ADVENTURESat 8 Jul, 3.30 - 4.15pm Memorial Hall, Mona ValeJoin lovable rogue Captain Gillie on his quest to find Nessie the Loch Ness Monster, who has gone missing from Scotland. Filled with catchy songs, colourful costumes, fun characters and audience participation.All agesCost: $5Bookings: 9970 1600

INSTRUMENTAL: CHUCK BRADLEYUntil Sun 9 Jul, 10am - 5pm, Tue - Sun Manly Art Gallery & MuseumVivid photographic studies of the instruments of some of Australia’s most influential and celebrated rock musicians, along with stories that illuminate the deep connection between the players and their ‘tools of trade’. FreeFor more information visit magam.com.au

WHALE TALESThu 13 Jul, 10.30 - 11.30am Mona Vale LibraryThis is a great activity for mini-marine biologists to learn all there is to know about these gentle giants of the deep from whale expert Dr Michelle Blewitt.Ages 4 - 12FreeBookings: 9970 1600

PRE-ELECTION CANDIDATE BRIEFINGSThe Northern Beaches Council election will take place on Saturday 9 September. Council will be holding pre-election briefings for potential candidates as follows:Tue 18 Jul, 6 - 7.30pm Manly Council Chambers, 1 Belgrave StSat 22 Jul, 2 - 3.30pm Mona Vale Conference Room, 1 Park StTo register your interest call 9942 2422 or email nicki.adams@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.auFor more information about Local Government elections visit elections.nsw.gov.au

HAVE YOUR SAY

Council believes in strong community consultation and has a number of items open for feedback at yoursay.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

• Sportsground Strategy closes Sun 2 Jul

• Amendments to Development Control Plans for Trees and Bushland closes Sun 2 Jul

• Amendments to Policies and Development Control Plans for Flood Prone Land 2017 closes Sun 2 Jul

• Digital Transformation Strategy (Draft) closes Sun 2 Jul

• Customer Experience Strategy closes Sun 2 Jul

• Policy Reviews - Public Exhibition 2017 closes Sun 2 Jul

There are also a number of leases, licences and road reserve projects open for comment and available on our Your Say page.

PALM BEACH (SOUTH) LANDSCAPE MASTERPLANThe Masterplan aims to enhance the unique natural setting and heritage values of the location with minimal interventions.

Come along to a drop-in session at the Pavilion on the Beach (Ocean Road, Palm Beach) on Saturday 15 July, 1 - 4pm or Tuesday 18 July, 10am - 1pm.

To view the documents or make a submission go to yoursay.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/palmbeachmasterplan

Submissions close Sun 30 Jul.

WALK MANLY – DRAFT PEDESTRIAN ACCESS & MOBILITY PLANCouncil has prepared a draft Pedestrian Access & Mobility Plan for Manly that provides a framework for developing or improving pedestrian routes through key areas to maximise their accessibility.

To view the documents or make a submission go to yoursay.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

For enquiries please contact James Brocklebank on 9976 1434.

Submissions close Thu 10 Aug.

DRAFT COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT POLICY Council has developed a new Draft Compliance and Enforcement Policy to support a single enforcement approach across the Northern Beaches ensuring consistency and transparency in decision making.

Drop-in sessions to discuss the draft policy will be held as follows:

Thu 27 Jul, 6 - 8pm Manly Council Chambers, 1 Belgrave St

Sat 29 Jul, 2 - 4pm Mona Vale Conference Room, 1 Park St

Enquiries: Darren Greenow 9970 1275

Submissions close Sun 6 Aug.

To view the policy, make a submission or register to attend a drop-in session go to yoursay.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/policyreview

WEED CONTROL PROGRAMCouncil will be conducting broadleaf weed control on sportsfields and some reserves on the Northern Beaches.

Work will commence Monday 3 July and is to be completed within four weeks, weather permitting.

More information: northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

Enquiries: Customer Service, 9942 2111

DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL 884-896 PITTWATER ROAD DEE WHYCouncil is in receipt of Application No. DA2017/0576 for fit-out works for an approved child care centre, increase in children numbers and new operating hours at Lot 1 DP 209503 and Lot 1, Lot 2 & Lot 3 DP 212382 and Lot 10 & Lot 11 DP 231418 and Lot 1 & Lot 3 DP 307937 and Lot A DP 339410 and Lot A & Lot B DP 371110 and Lot A DP 416469 and Lot 1 DP 504212 and Lot 7 Sec 16 DP 8172, 884-896 Pittwater Road, Dee Why.

The proposal does not constitute designated development. Northern Beaches Council is the consent authority. The applicant is Karimbla Constructions Services (NSW) Pty Ltd.

The application, plans and accompanying documents may be inspected via northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au or at Council's Customer Service Centre, Civic Centre, Dee Why during business hours.

Any person may make a written submission during the exhibition period addressed to the CEO, marked with the application number and sent to Northern Beaches Council, 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why.

Enquiries: Lashta Haidari, Senior Planner, 9942 2111 or council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.

Submissions close Tue 18 Jul.

NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLAN (DCP) AMENDMENTSCouncil at its meeting of 27 June 2017 approved DCP amendments in relation to the consultation, notification and advertising of applications in relation to the following DCPs:

• Manly DCP 2013 (Amendment 9)

• Pittwater 21 DCP (Amendment 20)

• Warringah DCP 2011

• Warringah DCP 2000

The DCPs as amended will come into effect 8 July in accordance with Clause 21(4) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000. Documents may be inspected via northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au or at Council’s Customer Service Centres.

SECTION 94A PLAN 2017At its meeting of 27 June 2017, Council adopted the Northern Beaches Section 94A Plan 2017 (S94A Plan). In accordance with Clause 31 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000, notice is given that the new S94A Plan comes into effect today, Saturday 1 July 2017.

Enquiries: Suzy Lawrence on 9942 2111.

DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL - 1126, 1128, 1130, 1132, 1134, 1136, 1138, 1140, 1142 & 1144 PITTWATER ROAD COLLAROY and Lot 7351 DP 1166942 (the portion of beach between Stuart and Ramsay Streets, COLLAROY) Council is in receipt of Application No. DA2017/0591 for construction of coastal protection works at Lot 1, Lot 2, Lot 3, Lot 4 & Lot 5 DP 10757 and Lot 6 Sec 13 & Lot 7 Sec 13 DP 111254 and Lot 1 DP 121939 and Lot A DP 167490 and Lot 1 DP 170202 and Lot 7351 DP 1166942 (the portion of beach between Stuart and Ramsay Streets, COLLAROY), 1126, 1128, 1130, 1132, 1134, 1136, 1138, 1140, 1142 & 1144 Pittwater Road Collaroy.

The proposal does not constitute designated development. Northern Beaches Council is the consent authority. The applicant is Horton Coastal Engineering Pty Ltd.

Application plans and related documents can be inspected via northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au or at Council's Customer Service Centre at Civic Centre, Dee Why during business hours.

Any person may make a submission during the exhibition period addressed to the CEO and sent to Northern Beaches Council, 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why.

Enquiries: Daniel Milliken, Senior Planner, 9942 2111 or council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.

Submissions close Tue 18 Jul.

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