Meeting Information

Council meetings are formal public proceedings conducted in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993 (Tasmania) and Council’s meeting procedures.

When meetings are held

Ordinary Council meetings are generally held monthly throughout the year. Meeting dates and schedules are published on the Meeting Dates page. Special Council meetings may also be called when required to consider urgent or specific matters.

Where meetings are held

Council meetings are generally held in the:

• Glenorchy City Council Chambers
  374 Main Road, Glenorchy TAS 7010

Meetings are also livestreamed online, allowing community members to watch remotely.

How a meeting runs

Council meetings follow a structured agenda and formal meeting procedures. During a meeting:

• The Mayor chairs the meeting
• Agenda items are presented and discussed
• Aldermen debate matters before Council
• Motions are voted on by elected members
• Decisions and voting outcomes are recorded in the meeting minutes

Council meetings are conducted in accordance with legislative and governance requirements to support transparent and accountable decision-making.

Agendas and minutes

Meeting agendas are published on Council’s website before each meeting and outline the items to be considered. Minutes are published following the meeting once they have been confirmed by Council.

Public participation

Members of the public are welcome to attend ordinary Council meetings as observers. Community members may also participate in Council processes by:

• Submitting a written public question
• Participating in public question time where applicable
• Presenting a petition to Council

Conditions and deadlines apply for public participation processes.