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Measure twice and cut once to reduce rates

At the March 2025 Council Meeting, Elected Members voted to support Director Rokicinski’s 17-page Proposal to significantly increase funding for the Corporate Systems Replacement Project (CSRP); raising it to a $8.8m, 8 year project expected to be finished in 2028. If past implementation performance is any guide, the Project will likely cost at least $10m.Continue reading “Measure twice and cut once to reduce rates”

To: CEO Victoria MacKirdy, Mayor Moira Jenkins, Members of Victor Harbor Council, and Members of the Public

I write today as both a concerned member of the public and a recipient of a “Defamation Concerns Notice” issued by an interstate law firm. This notice appears to be part of an ongoing attempt to stifle free speech through the use of litigation. While I have no issue with an individual potentially pursuing legal action against me forContinue reading “To: CEO Victoria MacKirdy, Mayor Moira Jenkins, Members of Victor Harbor Council, and Members of the Public”

Chairman’s remarks

I have received a letter from an interstate legal firm instructing me to withdraw the remarks I made in a newsletter which was sent to the members and associates of COUNCIL WATCH inc. This letter is what I consider a SLAPP (ie Strategic Litigation Against Public Participation) and in my opinion is a blatant attempt to interfere with my right to Public Participation. The Administration ofContinue reading “Chairman’s remarks “

Empowering Victor Harbor: Accountability in Action

At Council Watch Victor Harbor, we believe in the transformative power of transparency and accountability in local government. Our latest efforts have been dedicated to ensuring that our elected officials are held to the highest standards and that every resident’s voice is heard and respected. Recent Achievements Unveiling the Truth In our ongoing commitment toContinue reading “Empowering Victor Harbor: Accountability in Action”

Land Rezoning Proposal for Sports Centre Sparks Debate

The City of Victor Harbor has announced a proposal to rezone approximately 14 hectares of land to pave the way for a new sports centre. This controversial plan involves changing the current Business Neighbourhood zoning to Community Facilities to accommodate community, educational, recreational, and healthcare facilities. Included in the rezoning are the Encounter Community Centre,Continue reading “Land Rezoning Proposal for Sports Centre Sparks Debate”