Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy

Council is exhibiting the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy. This policy provides a framework for the fair and responsible reimbursement of expenses and provision of facilities to Councillors in support of their official duties. It maintains accountability and transparency while ensuring that Councillor support aligns with community expectations.

Key principles

• All expenses and facilities must directly support Councillors in performing their civic responsibilities.
• No private or political benefit may be obtained from expenses or facilities provided under this policy.
• All expenditure must demonstrate value for money and accountability to ratepayers.

Legal framework

This policy has been developed in compliance with:

• Local Government Act 1993.
• Local Government (General) Regulation 2005.
• Office of Local Government Guidelines for the payment of expenses and provision of facilities to Mayors and Councillors in NSW.

Policy requirements

Council is required to adopt a Councillor Expenses and Facilities policy within the first 12 months of each Council term. The policy may be reviewed and updated as circumstances require.

Scope and limitations

This policy establishes the maximum amounts Council will reimburse for approved expenses and facilities. Only expenses explicitly covered by this policy will be paid or reimbursed. All claims must be supported by appropriate documentation and approval processes.

Exhibition document

Draft Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy(PDF, 462KB)

Providing feedback

Mark your comments with the reference number 'CY00473/11' and include your contact details. Send your comments to one of the following:

• By email: krg@krg.nsw.gov.au; or
• By mail: General Manager, Ku-ring-gai Council, Locked Bag 1006, Gordon NSW 2072.

Comments must be made by 5pm on Wednesday 3 September 2025.

All submissions are public documents and will be considered in a final report to Council.