Whittlesea residents are invited to provide feedback on a draft plan outlining how council will prioritise, maintain and manage assets, such as roads, footpaths and playgrounds, over the next 10 years.
Chair Administrator Lydia Wilson said it was imperative that assets are strategically managed to meet the current and future needs of the community.
“Every single member of our community uses council assets every day, many without even realising it,” Ms. Wilson said.
“From the footpaths and roads you use to get around, to the parks, playgrounds and community centres that help keep our community connected — our assets play a vital role in delivering on our Community Plan priorities and our long-term vision of making the City of Whittlesea a place for all.”
“The Draft Asset Plan outlines how we will monitor and maintain our huge portfolio of assets in the most cost-effective way to ensure that work is planned in our annual budget to repair, renew, upgrade or build assets so that we can continue to deliver important services and spaces for our growing community.”
Council currently manages approximately 475,000 assets including roads, footpaths, playgrounds and buildings.
Ms. Wilson encouraged residents to view the draft plan and provide their feedback.
“Our assets enable us to provide valuable services to our community and make a real difference in the lives of our residents. Your input will build upon the feedback we have already received about the actions in our Community Plan and help to ensure our assets are well-managed and maintained now and into the future for the benefit of all.”
Consultation will be open until Monday, May 30 2022.
Details: engage.whittlesea.vic.gov.au/assetplan.
