Over the next 18 months, Bass Coast Shire Council will review and update four key strategic documents: Community Vision, the Financial Plan, the Asset Plan and the Council Plan 2025-29. This planning work enables council to balance competing community needs and make decisions that are fair for all as well as being required under the Local Government Act 2020.
Council is excited to launch 'Our Bass Coast. Our Future' with a series of community engagement sessions to inform the development of these plans and we invite all community members to share their insights and help shape the future of our vibrant community.
Involving the community at this early stage is critical to ensure these objectives represent the community's aspirations over the life of the plan.
The feedback Council receives through community engagement will identify the priority focus areas for Council over the next four years. It will help guide the organisation and highlight how we will work with the community, key stakeholders, and other levels of government to deliver on community aspirations.
"Engaging with our community is vital for shaping a future that reflects our shared values and aspirations. We look forward to hearing from community and working together to create a thriving and sustainable Bass Coast," said Mayor Cr Clare Le Serve.
"It is important that community feel heard, understood and that their input is reflected in the final documents. We want our community to feel proud of Bass Coast and this work allows them to help shape the future of our region."
These sessions are a valuable opportunity for residents to contribute their thoughts and priorities on a range of key topics. Questions at our engagement sessions will include:
- What is one thing you love most about Bass Coast?
- What aspect(s) of Bass Coast do you feel are most important to protect and preserve?
- What services should the Council consider prioritising?
- What does your ideal future Bass Coast look like?
The community will also be able to provide their views online through Engage Bass Coast by 31 August 2024 or as part of the engagement sessions listed below.
Thttps://engage.basscoast.vic.gov.au/councilplan25-29.
Engagement Session Schedule (TBC)
Tuesday, 9 July
Dalyston Community Hall: 10am to 11.30am
Grantville Shopping Strip (van out the front Alex Scott): 12.30pm to 1:30pm
Wednesday, 17 July
Cape Paterson Community Hall: 3.00pm to 4.30pm
Phillip Island Information Centre (Newhaven): 5.30pm to 7.00pm
Sunday 21 July
Corinella and District Community Centre: 12noon to 3pm
Tuesday, 23 July
Berninneit Library: 11am to 2pm
Thursday, 1 August
Wonthaggi Library: 10am to 1.30pm
Saturday, 3 August
Churchill Island Farmers Market: 8am to 1pm
Tuesday, 13 August
Inverloch Community Hub - Cafe: 11am to 2pm
Friday, 23 August
San Remo Foreshore: 10am to 12noon
We encourage all community members to attend these sessions and make their voices heard. Your input will ensure that the Council Plan reflects the values, needs, and aspirations of the Bass Coast community.
