Media Statement from Chief Executive Officer Mark Pitt – Fees for Plumbing Devices
Recently, and during my absence while on leave, a letter was issued which had not undergone the required checks in Executive Services.
As Chief Executive Officer, I take responsibility for the issuance of any official correspondence.
It is important to note that no invoices will be issued or fees charged in November as was inferred in the correspondence. There are extensive conversations and community consultation to be undertaken before any such introduction of regulatory action. The intention is to bring South Burnett Regional Council in line with other Councils in regard to statutory requirements and legislation, and a recent audit of our internal registers has found a deficit in this area, which brought about these actions. Internally, steps are being taken to address process issues with bulk mail outs and we thank constituents for their forbearance, and sincerely regret any anxiety this may have caused.
On behalf of Council, I advise a report will be presented to the November Ordinary Meeting of Council. I must reiterate that no action will be taken in this calendar year and any further steps will be considered, and with full community consultation.
