Alpine Shire Council is inviting residents to have their say on two important strategic documents to help guide council over the next decade.
Council’s draft Asset Plan and draft Financial Plan, which were endorsed at last week’s council meeting, are now open for community feedback, with submissions closing on Wednesday, 24 September.
All Victorian councils are required to develop and maintain an Asset Plan and Financial Plan under the Local Government Act 2020.
The Asset Plan outlines how council will manage and maintain its extensive infrastructure assets, including roads, buildings, pathways, open spaces, drainage and bridges.
Alpine Shire Mayor, Cr Sarah Nicholas, encouraged community members to consider how they interact with Council's infrastructure assets.
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“Every single person in Alpine Shire will have used at least one of our infrastructure assets, from driving on our roads to cycling along our pathways to enjoying our open spaces,” she said.
“This is your opportunity to have your say on a document that will guide the way that we manage and maintain these assets over the next 10 years.”
Alongside the Asset Plan, Cr Nicholas said the draft Financial Plan 2025/26 - 2034/35 outlines how council will create and consume its financial resources over the next decade.
“Our Financial Plan is a key tool for achieving our Community Vision and Council Plan," she said.
“It shows how council will allocate resources over the next ten years, based on our policies and decisions.
“Currently, the plan indicates an ongoing financial challenge; however, we’re actively working on a Financial Sustainability Strategy, which will be presented to council in December 2025, to explore options for a sustainable future.”
Community members are encouraged to learn more and provide feedback online at: https://engage.alpineshire.vic.gov.au
