Councillor expenses
Costs incurred by Council to facilitate Councillor involvement and representation in Moreland
The Local Government Act 1989, as amended by the Local Government (Democratic Reform) Act 2003, ('Act'), regulates the allowance payable to Mayors and Councillors in Victoria.
The 'Act' provides for minimum and maximum allowances payable, as set by Order in Council, from time to time. Each Council has discretion within the allowable range to determine the allowances it will pay to its Mayor and Councillors, having regard to local circumstances and priorities.
Moreland City Council is one of the largest local governments in Victoria. Councillors represent an average of 35,000 voters in each ward and Council has an annual budget of approximately $100 million. In the review of allowances Moreland City Council was classified as a level 3 Council in recognition of the size and complexity of its responsibilities.
As part of the Mayor's Speech 2006, Council committed to publish Councillor expenses on its website, in line with other Councils, ensuring greater transparency.
