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Posted on Monday 21st of May, 2018,
Feedback on the Greater Shepparton City Council Draft 2018/2019 budget is due by 5.00pm on Friday 25 May.
Residents wanting to provide comment on the draft budget are encouraged to have their say before the budget will be considered for adoption at the 19 June Ordinary Council Meeting.
Those wishing to provide verbal feedback in support of their written submission can do so at a special Council meeting to be held on Tuesday 5 June.
Greater Shepparton Mayor Kim O’Keeffe said this budget was financially responsible and put Council into a healthy and sustainable financial position.
“Council delivers more than 120 services to our community and we need to achieve a balance between those services, the community desires and the funds available, which is an ongoing challenge,” Cr O’Keeffe said.
“I encourage you to take a look at the budget and make a submission; everyone’s opinion is important and it is a great way to bring your ideas to Council for consideration.”
The total projected Capital Works program for 2018/19 will be $49.69 million, which includes:
You can have your say on the draft budget in a number of ways:
You can also ask questions online or make an appointment with the Manager Finance and Rates by contacting Council.
Feedback will be received until 5pm, Friday 25 May.
To obtain a copy of the draft budget, click here.
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