Good Governance

• Transparent and ethical oversight:
  • Implement the Code of Conduct for all Council, Board and Committee members.
  • Implement all 30 recommendations from the City of Victoria Governance Review (July 2022). Implement the recommendations in all 6 major areas in order to achieve better city governance:
    • Role of Mayor and Council
    • Council Remuneration
    • Committees and Advisory Bodies
    • Council and Committee Decision-making Processes
    • Public Access and Input to Decision-Making
  • Establish an Integrity Commissioner to oversee issues and implementation of the Code of Conduct;
• Support City Workers
  • Implement a city-run childcare program for staff.
  • Recruit and retain staff to meet current and ongoing needs.
  • Expand training and professional development opportunities.
  • Focus on job satisfaction, balancing and reducing workloads.
• Implement a regular Town Hall strategy
  • Work with staff, stakeholders, and community associations to implement quarterly Town Hall meetings.