Feedback received will guide the way in which Council engages including the use of appropriate, effective and inclusive community engagement practices.
“Council is reviewing how we consult, engage, make decisions and communicate with our community and we need your ideas,” said Manager Neighbourhoods Amanda Tingay. “We want to make sure we are providing information in a timely manner but also in the way that suits our community.”
“Currently we are gathering feedback from residents which will then help inform the development of the Community Engagement Policy,” she said.
“Council has a series of questions to ask residents including how and when we need to engage with community and also what information is important to you,” said Ms Tingay.
Council wants to hear from residents of Greater Shepparton, the business community, local agencies and organisations and committees. Council encourages residents to fill out the survey on the website. Alternatively, people can drop into the Council offices or phone 5832 9700 and speak to a Customer Service officer who can conduct the survey over the phone.
In addition Council will have polls on social media: to access these follow Greater Shepparton on Facebook or connect on Instagram for more information.
“Ultimately, we would like a broad range of our community to participate which is why we have a variety of ways to complete the survey,” said Ms Tingay. “The survey closes on 14 October so we would be keen to hear from everyone as soon as possible.”
The consultation about community engagement will inform Council’s draft Policy which would then be taken to a Council Meeting for public release and community comment. The final Community Engagement Policy would be adopted at a later Council meeting.
The survey can be found here.
