JUDE Holt has lodged her final report as the State Government-appointed monitor at Horsham Rural Council.
The former Loddon Shire director and acting chief executive officer was appointed monitor last July after the mayor and chief executive of Horsham Council asked the Government to intervene following allegations of misconduct and a toxic workplace culture.
Local Government Minister Melissa Horne said last week: “I acknowledge the extensive work completed by municipal monitor Jude Holt in helping the council transition back to good governance, processes and practices over the past six months.
“The findings highlight improvements in Horsham Rural City Council’s performance with the final report recommending no further intervention beyond one recommendation.  
“Ms Holt recommended the council invest in a community leadership program to support potential candidates at the 2024 local government election – this has been accepted by Horsham Rural City Council.
“Thanks to Ms Holt’s work, and the co-operative manner in which the council worked with the monitor, the council is in a position to provide strong, well-informed leadership for the advancement of the community.”
During the review, Mrs Holt attended council meetings and talks. with councillors and officers