According to News Local http://newslocal.newspaperdirect.com/epaper/viewer.aspx#
The recent Local Government New South Wales conference was “a waste of time” according to The Hills mayor Michelle Byrne.
Dr Byrne made the claim during her Mayoral Minute at last week’s The Hills Shire Council meeting, frustrated by the attitude against local government reform, especially amalgamations.
The mayor also said council should reconsider if it is worthwhile being a member of LGNSW.
During the discussion, it was revealed council paid $20,000 to attend.
“As the peak industry body, LGNSW should not be opposed to change and reform when it is needed most,” Dr Byrne said.
“On top of all this, the conference was a complete waste of time for The Hills Shire councillors and senior staff who attended.”
A motion was moved by Dr Byrne and seconded by deputy mayor Andrew Jefferies to speak to other mayors regarding future membership of LGNSW, which was supported unanimously, with some councillors labelling the conference a “disgrace”.
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