Behavioural Standards for Elected Members
The Behavioural Standards for Council Members applies to Elected Members of all Councils throughout the State.
About
The Behavioural Standards for Council Members are established by the Minister for Local Government pursuant to section 75E of the Local Government Act 1999
The Behavioural Standards set out minimum standards of behaviour that are expected of all Council Members in the performance of their official functions and duties.
Download: Behavioural Standards for Council Members
Download: Elected Member Behavioural Management Policy
Lodging a complaint
To assist in the administration, receipt and management of a complaint under the Behavioural Management Policy, complaints can be submitted in writing and marked "Confidential Council Member Complaint" via:
- email: lmara@npsp.sa.gov.au or
- hard copy: City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, P.O. Box 204, Kent Town SA 5071.
Related policies
The Council has also adopted a number of policies that regulate specific aspects of the role of Elected Members, including:
- Elected Member Access to Legal Advice Policy
- Elected Member Allowances & Benefits Policy
- Elected Member Training & Development Policy
Contact
If you have any questions regarding the Behavioural Management Standards and Policy, please contact:
Lisa Mara
General Manager, Governance & Civic Affairs
T: 08 8366 4549
E: lmara@npsp.sa.gov.au
