A new Council Plan has been adopted in Hume, shaping the way in which the city will run for the next four years.
Adopted at the June 23 council meeting, the plan sets out council’s priorities and what it seeks to achieve from 2025-2029, to work towards the Hume Community Vision for ‘a thriving community with a strong sense of belonging’.
The plan was first developed through a whole organisation engagement process with councillors and staff, before going out for community feedback and consultation during May.
Cr Kate Hamley forwarded the motion, saying the plan is council’s commitment to the whole community.
“Our plan will guide all of our work, advocacy and decisions under four main priorities; a liveable city of well-designed and connected places; a climate resilient city with a healthy natural environment; a healthy community that is inclusive and proud; and a well-governed council that is strategic and trusted,” she said.
Cr Hamley said that the plan also incorporates the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan and the Disability Action Plan.
“By integrating these plans, we recognise the importance of council’s role in promoting and enhancing public health, wellbeing and social justice in everything we do,” she said.
“Our plan places a strong focus on supporting community wellbeing, reducing barriers to participation and delivering initiatives that ease financial pressures where we can to ensure that everyone, regardless of circumstance can live well and thrive in Hume.”
Mayor Jarrod Bell said in a statement that council looks forward to working with the community to achieve the plan.
“Our Council Plan builds on fostering a strong sense of belonging, celebrating our diversity, and ensuring that Hume remains a place people are proud to call home – now and into the future,” he said.
“In developing our plan, we have listened to the diverse voices of our community and shared aspirations for the future.
“On behalf of council, we look forward to working with our community over the next four years to achieve our plan and adapt and respond to any challenges and opportunities that emerge.”
