The document, which outlines council’s key priorities and actions for the next four years, was adopted in April and will come into effect on July 1.
Another of the 11 key major projects council wants to see achieved over the life of the plan and beyond is the financial sustainability of the council.
Others are:
• Advocating for the upgrade / replacement of the Swan Hill Bridge;
• A new Water Treatment Plant in Moama;
• Developing and implementing an Aquatic Strategy including splash parks;
• New and updated pound facilities;
• Updating and implementing Recreation Reserve Master Plans;
• Placemaking Master Plans for Moulamein, Murray Downs and Mathoura;
• Upgrades to the Barham, Murray Downs and Moama Sewer Treatment Plants; and,
• Ongoing implementation and support for the South West Region Renewable Zone.
The plan also outlines a number of smaller scale projects under seven goal areas: A place of environmental sensitivity; a place of progressive leadership; a place of liveable communities; a place of inclusion, culture and wellbeing; a place of prosperity and resilience; connected communities; and tomorrow’s technologies.
The projects and programs of works have either been identified by the community, or through council's plans, policies and budgets.
This will now be supported by the yearly Operational Plan and Budget.
Mayor John Harvie said the delivery program is a vital document that translates the long-term goals of the Community Strategic Plan into actionable projects and initiatives.
“Developed in alignment with our Community Strategic Plan, this document is our roadmap for the next four years, detailing how we will deliver services and projects that meet the needs of our growing community,” he said.
“There is a strong focus on implementing the strategies, policies and plans we have developed over the previous delivery program period, along with activities relating to general operations, maintenance and renewals.”
Prior to the final endorsement of the delivery program, the community had further opportunity to offer feedback over a 28-day exhibition period.
Some alterations were made on the recommendation of council staff, but no submissions were received from the community.
“Whilst no community feedback was received during the final consultation period, we take this as a positive indication that there is general support for the priorities and direction outlined in the delivery program, indicating alignment with community expectations,” Cr Harvie said.
