Access and Age-Friendly Advisory Committee

This Committee provides assistance to the General Manager in identifying and addressing access, inclusion, and age-related issues that impact the community of the Lane Cove municipality

This Committee will advise on the strategic development, implementation, and review of the Disability Inclusion Plan and the Strategy for an Age-Friendly Lane Cove, and promote community understanding and a 'whole of Council' approach to planning and service delivery.

The Committee is made up of

• a person with lived experience themselves or they represent a person with a disability
• a person with lived experience themselves or the carer of a person who is over 55
• a person who has demonstrated knowledge or experience in addressing the challenges of ageing or disability.
• up to seven community representatives
• one representative from Sydney Community Services Ltd
• up to two representatives from non-profit organisations providing services that improve access and inclusion for residents of the Lane Cove area.
• one Councillor (and an alternate Councillor)
• Council staff.