Victorian Minister for Local Government Jeanette Powell has released the quarterly report from the government-appointed Monitor overseeing the activities and performance of Ararat Rural City Council.

 

"I appointed Paul Evans to the role of Monitor in January 2012 and I'm pleased that his report indicates the Council has improved its understanding of and compliance with the Local Government Act," Mrs Powell said.

 

"Last year's investigation into the Ararat Rural City Council by the Local Government Investigations and Compliance Inspectorate raised significant concerns regarding the operation of the Council.

 

Mr Evans, a former Assistant Commissioner of Victoria Police, was appointed to guide the Council in regard to good governance and administration and assess the implementation of the advice provided.

 

The investigation was ordered after it was found that there were significant concerns with aspects of the Council’s processes and compliance with the Local Government Act 1989.