Annual Report

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CONSTRUCTIVE
CULTURE
Human Synergistics is a tool we use to measure culture.
It provides a way to see, measure and change the
thinking and behavioural styles that drive performance of
not only individuals, but groups and organisations.
We are building a constructive workplace culture that is
supportive, takes on challenges, seizes opportunity, builds
great relationships and is proud of what we deliver
for our love the fun stuff and we are
prepared to do the tough place no limits on
what we can achieve together.
CONSTRUCTIVE STYLES
Achievement
• Work to achieve self-set goals
• Set moderately difficult goals
• Explore alternatives before acting
• Pursue a standard of excellence
• Work for a sense of accomplishment
Self-Actualising
• Emphasis quality over quantity
• Concerned with their own grown
• Resist conformity and be spontaneous
• Be open about self
• Maintain personal integrity
Humanistic-Encouraging
• Show concern for others needs
• Involve others in decisions that affect them
• Resolve conflict constructively
• Help others grow and develop
• Give positive rewards to others
• Take time to listen to people
• Help others to think for themselves
Affiliative
• Cooperate with others
• Deal with others in a friendly pleasant way
• Think in terms of group satisfaction
• Show good human relations skills
• Motivate others with friendliness
• Be warm and open
• Be tactful
PURPOSE OF
THE REPORT
The City of Port Adelaide En eld Annual Report seeks
to reinforce our commitment to transparency and
accountability.The 2015-2016 Annual Report is aimed at
informing our community and stakeholders of our journey
towards our 2030 Vision.The 2030 Vision is the guiding
long term vision for the City of Port Adelaide En eld
which was developed by the Council in consultation with
the community in 2011. Underlying all of this is Council’s
commitment to transparency and fairness in the way we
deal with our community.
This Annual Report is based on the goals and objectives
of Council’s 2010-2016 City Plan. A summary of our
achievements against the goals of the 2010-2016 City Plan
is listed on pages 34-35 of this document. During the
course of the 2015-2016 Financial Year, Council has written
and endorsed our new ‘City Plan 2030’ which has now
come into effect. The new plan has ve key focus areas
and provides and exciting new vision for the City. You can
read more about the City Plan 2030 on pages 36-37 of
this report.
STATEMENT
OF PURPOSE
The Council exists to -
• Plan, monitor, regulate and administer nancial and
community assets.
• Ensure that resources are used effectively, ef ciently
and appropriately to improve the quality of life for all
people within the Council area.
• Represent its citizens, providing leadership and
stewardship, while keeping a more human feel.
VISION
Our 2030 Vision is for:
• A City that values its rich history and cultural identity.
• A City that embraces and celebrates diversity and
encourages community connection.
• An innovative economically thriving and
environmentally responsible City.
• A City of opportunity realising its potential.