How Council Works

Citizens, not customers

What sort of council is Marrickville? How does it respond to our community?

Some councils see their role as service deliverers and so treat their community as customers. Marrickville Council believes that you are more than a mere recipient of services. We believe you care about your community and have an interest in what's going on.

Council believes in working with citizens to build community spirit, enhance the look and feel of the area, and support our diverse, vibrant, innovative community.

How does Council work?

How does Council ensure that Marrickville remains a great place for all people? How does it help to create a bright future for Marrickville? How do citizens have their say?

Council is made up of:

• the elected council which is responsible for planning and making decisions on key issues affecting Marrickville; and
• Council staff who implement Council decisions and provide programs and services to support citizens and enhance our local area.

More information

Please visit one of the following pages for more information:

• Council Services
  A summary of ongoing services provided by Marrickville Council.
   
• Council Management
  Marrickville Council's senior management team, consisting of the General Manager and four directors - one for each major division of Council.
    
• Council Staff
  The staff appointed by Marrickville Council to carry out the decisions made by the elected Council, and to provide Council's services to the community.
   
• The Political System
  Explanation of the local government political framework.
   
• Legislation
  Outline of Council's powers and responsibilities under the NSW Local Government Act 1993 and various other legislation.