Natural Resource Management Advisory Committee
Established under Section 5.8 of the Local Government Act 1995 to advise Council on Natural Resource Management (NRM) matters and projects that should be promoted or pursued utilizing the Landcare Trust funds or sourcing external funds. The NRM Trust Fund Reserve to be no less than $20,000.00 at any one time. Council allocating an agreed annual amount towards NRM projects as approved by and prioritised with the Kojonup NRM Advisory Committee. Meetings to be held at least half yearly with a quorum of 50% required.
Aims and Objectives
To work collaboratively with the community under the following five (5) main areas:
- Economy, Community and Environment
Develop an NRM strategy for the Shire of Kojonup based on natural asset condition and management driven by the triple bottom line approach.
- Stewardship and Partnerships
Undertake or ensure Environmental planning, policies and activities protect and preserve environmental assets, reserves and ecology within Kojonup's natural and agricultural ecosystems.
- Collaboration and Capacity Building
Actively participate and promote sustainable NRM including education, research and policy development programs, on ground projects, and funding opportunities.
- Innovation and Education
Increase awareness of the implications of climate change and develop management actions for the Shire, primary producers and local businesses to create opportunities.
- Leadership and Responsibility
Develop and implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Shire activities to improve the Environmental performance of the organisation.