Campaspe Shire Council is inviting residents to have their say on a draft Community Engagement Policy. The draft policy sets out principles that guide Council’s commitment to meaningful community engagement and explains how Council will listen to and involve the community in future decision-making.
Campaspe Shire Mayor Cr Jess Mitchell said community input was essential to ensuring Council’s engagement approach reflected the needs and expectations of shire residents.
“The best decisions are made when the community has a genuine opportunity to be heard,” Cr Mitchell said.
“Whether it’s planning for the future, improving services or delivering projects, we want to make decisions that help create a welcoming, inclusive and diverse Campaspe.”
This is an opportunity for residents to help ensure that our community engagement supports inclusive and accessible participation, is meaningful, respectful and meets the needs of the community.
Council is seeking feedback through a community survey, with responses helping to inform the final Community Engagement Policy.
The survey is available online now, until Sunday, 6 December. Hardcopy surveys are also available from Council’s customer service centres and libraries.
Feedback received during the consultation period will help ensure the policy reflects the needs and expectations of the Campaspe community.
