Macquarie Park Forum

Role The primary role of the Macquarie Park Forum is to: Assist Council in the refinement and implementation of the Macquarie Park Master Plan vision and objectives to achieve sustainable growth in Macquarie Park. Assist Council to scope and oversee research, consultation and planning for a range of programs and activities to achieve the vision and objectives for Macquarie Park eg refinement of environmental planning instruments and guidelines for Macquarie Park, promotion of sustainable economic development, implementation of quality urban design.  Provide guidance and support to Council in the development and implementation of sustainable infrastructure programs for Macquarie Park eg: roads, stormwater, catchment improvements, water and sewerage, flood management, community facilities, parks and open space.  Contribute to the development and implementation of activities to enhance and promote the qualities of Macquarie Park, for example through participation in working groups and implementation of joint initiatives with public or private stakeholder groups eg: workplace travel plans, integrated road and public transport strategies and programs, best practise public domain, water sensitive urban design. Support Council’s efforts to consult with a range of stakeholder and community groups, in particular the business community in Macquarie Park and key government agencies.  Receive briefings from Council on the allocation of funds collected from Macquarie Park landowners via the Special Levy Responsibilities The Macquarie Park Forum is responsible for: Addressing, to the best of its ability, issues and opportunities which may impact positively or negatively on Macquarie Park’s future as a nationally significant, vibrant,  innovative and sustainable business, research, education and employment centre. Terms of Reference (PDF 69KB) Meetings Meetings are to be held every 4 months, usually on the 3rd Thursday of the relevant month, from 4pm – 6pm Chairperson The Mayor, Councillor Butterworth Committee Membership Councillor Representatives Councillor Yedelian Councillor Tagg Councillor Pickering Community Representatives TBA Contact Officer Place Manager - Major Centres Ph: 9952 8185

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Last Updated: 16 Sep 2009