Community engagement policy

Consultation has concluded. The draft policy is being prepared to be presented to Council Meeting in February 2021 for consideration for adoption.

We've drafted our first Community Engagement Policy and we're looking for your input.

The policy outlines Council’s approach to Community Engagement and our commitment to use appropriate, effective and inclusive engagement practices to support meaningful conversations with our diverse communities and stakeholders.

We are listening and would like to further explore your views about how Council undertakes community consultation and engagement, and how you want to participate.

We are interested in hearing from all community and stakeholders, regardless of whether you have or have not taken part in consultation before.

This Policy will be applied to the development of the Community Vision and Council Plan and aligns with the Mitchell Shire Community Engagement Framework 2018. The policy also meets the requirements of the Local Government Act 2020.

How can you get involved?

There are many ways to contribute to the project.

Please start by reviewing the Policy and Community Engagement Framework, then take part in the survey or contact us directly to discuss more about the policy.

You can also find out more in the FAQs.

More information

For further information please call us on 5734 6200.

Submissions close 9am, Monday 11 January 2021.

We've drafted our first Community Engagement Policy and we're looking for your input.

The policy outlines Council’s approach to Community Engagement and our commitment to use appropriate, effective and inclusive engagement practices to support meaningful conversations with our diverse communities and stakeholders.

We are listening and would like to further explore your views about how Council undertakes community consultation and engagement, and how you want to participate.

We are interested in hearing from all community and stakeholders, regardless of whether you have or have not taken part in consultation before.

This Policy will be applied to the development of the Community Vision and Council Plan and aligns with the Mitchell Shire Community Engagement Framework 2018. The policy also meets the requirements of the Local Government Act 2020.

How can you get involved?

There are many ways to contribute to the project.

Please start by reviewing the Policy and Community Engagement Framework, then take part in the survey or contact us directly to discuss more about the policy.

You can also find out more in the FAQs.

More information

For further information please call us on 5734 6200.

Submissions close 9am, Monday 11 January 2021.

Consultation has concluded. The draft policy is being prepared to be presented to Council Meeting in February 2021 for consideration for adoption.

  • About the policy

    Council acknowledges the importance of ensuring all people have the opportunity to engage on local priorities and the future of their community and that engagement is transparent and meaningful that will inform responsible decision making for the benefit of the community.

    Mitchell Shire Council is committed to thorough, transparent and meaningful community engagement that will inform responsible decision making for the benefit of the community.

    This policy outlines Council’s role in providing opportunities which enhance the ability of the community to share their expectations, aspirations and ideas and will build on the strategic direction set in the Community Engagement Framework 2018.

    This policy has been developed to clarify Council’s overall approach to community engagement, align with Council’s values and ensure that it is integrated into all aspects of council for benefit of the community.