The Local Government Act 1995 states that the City of Stirling must hold:
- An Electors' Special Meeting upon presentation of a petition signed by 300 electors; and
- An Electors' General Meeting once every financial year.
Electors' Special Meeting
As outlined in the Local Government Act 1995, electors of the City of Stirling may call for a Special Meeting by submitting a petition to the Mayor. The petition must be signed by 300 electors and specify the matters* to be discussed.
The special meeting must then be held no more than 35 days after the day on which the Mayor receives the request.
*If a matter(s) has been discussed at a Special Meeting within a 12-month period, a further Special Meeting may not be held on the same subject.
Electors' General Meeting
For electors unable to register online, please contact Governance on (08) 9205 8555.
The purpose of the meeting is as follows:
- To receive the annual report, annual financial statements and auditor's report for the previous financial year, and
- Other general business.
The meeting is attended by the Mayor, Councillors and Business Unit Directors, who are available to answer questions.
