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An introduction to the Community Plan
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Where the Community Plan came from
The background to the community plan Read More …
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Neighbourhood Planning
The next step in the process of community planning Read More …
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Neighbourhood Development
As part of its leadership role there is an expectation that local government will facilitate the contribution of citizens and communities in government planning and decision-making processes. Read More …
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City and Residents Celebrate Launch of Community Plan
More than 200 people attended Tompkins on Swan function centre, in Alfred Cove, yesterday (26 July) for the launch of the City of Melville’s first long-term Community Plan. Read More …
Introducing a Community Plan for the City of Melville
Community Planning and You
Community planning is about partnerships and the City of Melville Community Plan aims to provide a focus for decisions and activities for the next ten years.
Providing a leadership role as a part of the local community, the City of Melville is committed to facilitating opportunities to involve all sections of the community in planning for the future.
What is a Community Plan?
A Community Plan aims to develop common goals that help guide all sections of the community in working together to achieve our community aspirations.
A Community Plan informs all members of the community and assists in prioritising activities of greatest importance.
A Community Plan:
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relies on community input
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states a shared vision for the future
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identifies key themes and areas for action
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provides information for planning and service delivery; corporate plans and budgets for government agencies, local community groups and other stakeholder groups
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includes a monitoring/review process
Community planning is about partnerships and provides a focus for long term decisions and activities.
A Community Plan is a living document that is regularly reviewed to reflect the changing aspirations of our community.