Advisory Committees

The City of Stonnington has several advisory committees to support Councillors in their decision-making.

In addition to Councillors and Council staff, external committee membership includes representatives from relevant stakeholder or interest groups and, where appropriate, representatives from the community.

These committees are not decision-making bodies and do not carry executive authority, which remains with our Councillors and delegated officers.

External Management Committees or Board

Committee Purpose Councillor/s
Eastern Alliance for Greenhouse Action (EAGA) Works together on regional programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and facilitate regional adaptation. Deputy Mayor, Cr Mike Scott
M9 Undertakes strategic, evidence-based, targeted and effective advocacy campaigns while building genuine partnerships with government representatives. Mayor, Cr Joe Gianfriddo
Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) Represents and advocates local government interests and provides policy and strategic advice.

Cr Nicki Batagol

Mayor, Cr Joe Gianfriddo (substitute)
Metropolitain Transport Forum  Work alongside other member Councils to advocate for better transport and explore emerging transport issues and opportunities. Cr Polly Morgan

External/Internal Advisory Committee

Committee Purpose Councillor/s
Transport Advisory Committee (previously known as the Cycling Reference Group and the Active Transport Committee) Provides Council with advice and facilitates stakeholder engagement to support the implementation of Council's Integrated Transport Plan 2020-25 and subordinate documents. Chair: Deputy Mayor, Cr Mike Scott
Stonnington Disability and Inclusion Committee Advocates for and advances the rights and wellbeing of individuals with disabilities, and their carers. Cr Polly Morgan
Stonnington LGBTIQA+ Advisory Committee Provides advice and feedback to Council on matters that affect LGBTIQA+ residents, businesses, and community members who live, work and visit the City. Deputy Mayor, Cr Mike Scott
Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Advisory Committee Fosters meaningful reconciliation, ensuring that the commitments outlined in the RAP contribute to positive and lasting change. Chair: Deputy Mayor, Cr Mike Scott
Chief Executive Officer Employment and Remuneration Advisory Committee The Council must establish a committee to oversee matters relating to CEO employment and remuneration in accordance with s 45(2) of the Local Government Act 2020.

 Chair: Mayor, Cr Joe Gianfriddo

Cr Nicki Batagol

Cr Marcia Griffin

Cr Jami Klisaris

Internal Advisory Committee and Project Steering Committee

Committee Purpose Councillor/s
Community Grant Working Group Ensures transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making by facilitating open dialogue and addressing councillors' inquiries on grant recommendations.

Chair: Mayor, Cr Joe Gianfriddo

All Councillors
Volunteer Awards Evaluation Panel Recognises and celebrates the outstanding contributions of volunteers within our community.

Chair: Mayor, Cr Joe Gianfriddo

All Councillors
Prahran Town Hall Redevelopment Steering Committee Provides strategic oversight and direction for the design, development and operation of the facility.

Cr Matthew Koce

Deputy Mayor, Cr Mike Scott

Cr Melina Sehr
Toorak Park Redevelopment Steering Committee Provides strategic oversight and direction for the design, development and operation of the facility.

Chair: Cr Marcia Griffin

Deputy Chair: Cr Nicki Batagol

Cr Polly Morgan
Economic and Place Development Committee Informs and advises Council on the economic and placemaking initiatives and projects either proposed or underway.

Chair: Cr Kate Hely

Deputy Chair Cr Marcia Griffin

Cr Jami Klisaris
Climate Emergency Advisory Committee Collaborates with Council to enhance the collective impact of the Committee and the delivery of the Climate Emergency Action Plan.

Chair: Cr Nicki Batagol

Deputy Chair Cr Kate Hely
Gardiners Creek Masterplan Steering Committee  Gardiners Creek (Kooyongkoot) is a significant waterway within Stonnington that provides an important wildlife corridor within an increasingly urban environment as well as highly valued open space, recreation hubs, indigenous heritage, public transport links and the Malvern Valley Golf Course.

Mayor, Cr Joe Gianfriddo

Cr Morgan

Cr Klisaris
Chapel Street Transformation Steering Committee Provides strategic oversight and direction for the design, development and operation of the facility.

Chair: Cr Matthew Koce

Cr Kate Hely

Cr Jami Klisaris

Cr Melina Sehr

Other committees

Committee Purpose Councillor/s
Audit and Risk Committee Oversees Council's effectiveness in accountable financial management, good corporate governance, maintaining a system of internal controls, risk management, and fostering an ethical environment.

Mayor, Cr Joe Gianfriddo

Cr Marcia Griffin

Cr Polly Morgan
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