Community Engagement Policy

This policy establishes a clear standard of engagement, having regard to the significance, complexity and anticipated level of impact associated with decisions made regarding major plans, policies, strategies, projects and service planning.  

Council is committed to:  

• offering opportunities for the community to contribute to the decisions made by Council,  

• effective communication of information between Council and the community,  

• ensuring effective community representation,  

• decision making that is transparent and works in the interest of the community, and 

• ensuring effective community engagement planning.