Hume City Council have released its Draft Council Plan for the next four years.
Brought forward at the May 12 council meeting, the draft plan outlines what council seeks to achieve over the next term.
The plan is split into four key priorities, including:
1. A liveable city of well-designed and connected places
2. A climate resilient city with a healthy natural environment
3. A healthy community that is inclusive and proud
4. A well-governed council that is strategic and trusted
For the first time, the document also includes the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan, and will continue to include the Disability Action Plan.
The draft plan was formulated after a community panel was formed in October 2024, that reviewed the community vision. This was then adopted by council on February 10.
Using that vision, the draft plan was developed to respond to what the community envisions for Hume; a thriving community with a strong sense of belonging.
Cr Kate Hamley said at the council meeting she hopes the community feels like their vision has been heard.
“The priorities directly link to our community vision and what they told us is most important to them,” she said.
“The plan speaks to our city’s liveability, care for the environment and for each other and for a council that governs with integrity.”
Mayor Jarrod Bell said the draft plan outlines council’s commitment to the community.
“As we expect to welcome 135,000 more residents over the next four years, our council plan will ensure we deliver the services, projects and infrastructure that our growing community needs today, and in the future,” he said.
“This will ensure everyone, regardless of circumstance, has the opportunity to live well and thrive in Hume.”
The Draft Council Plan is open now for community feedback, alongside the proposed budget for 2025/26, and closes on Tuesday, May 27. To have your say, visit participate.hume.vic.gov.au/draft-council-plan-and-budget
