Central Coast Mayor Lisa Matthews has called an Extraordinary Council Meeting for Monday 23 March 2020 due to the current situation regarding COVID-19. This is as a result of a request from both the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor.   

Under the Code of Meeting Practice, the Mayor has determined that the extraordinary meeting is to be held on Monday, 23 March from 6.30pm at Wyong Council Chambers. 

“Despite the current environment there is business of Council that must progress, and we want to ensure this occurs with the safety of our staff and community being a priority,” Mayor Matthews said.  

Mayor Lisa Matthews said the shorter agenda of the extraordinary meeting minimises the risk to councillors and staff and aligns with the direction provided from NSW Health regarding social distancing, which has also led to the decision that the Public Forum will not go ahead.  

“The Code of Meeting Practice provides that we may hold a Public Forum and given the current climate it is in the best interest of Councillors, staff and members of the public to not progress with a Public Forum or public attendance, as attendance may put health at risk. 

“Members of the public can view the meeting on webcast, and I encourage you to do so.

“Whilst it is important to hear from our community on the matters being discussed, the health and safety of our community is paramount.  

A longer-term plan for future Council meetings is currently being discussed. 

“We are currently experiencing a situation we have not encountered before and as leaders of the community we believe that taking measures to protect our community and ourselves against the spread of COVID-19 is vital.” 

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