Draft Strategic Plan 2024 - 2034

Consultation has concluded. Council endorsed the final Strategic Plan 2024-2034 on Monday 19 August 2024.

Further details of the endorsement. A copy of the final Strategic Plan, or accessible version, can be found on Council's website. A one page summary is also available for review.

We have developed a collective vision for our future. Now it's your turn to have your say on the proposed direction of our Council!

Background

Under section 122 (4) of the Local Government Act 1999 (the Act), Councils must undertake a review of their strategic plan within 2 years of a local government general election. At the District Council of Grant, we have commenced the Strategic Plan review process in accordance with the Act.

A Strategic Plan is a visioning document which sets out the aspirations, goals and projects which will guide Council’s actions over the coming 4-10 years. The Plan sets out our purpose, role, operating principles and commitment to our community. It directs the priorities which we will focus on, the key projects that will be undertaken and where resources will be allocated each year.

What is proposed?

Our Draft Strategic Plan 2024-2034 (accessible version and one page summary) has been created in consideration of research into key demographics, policy trends and initial engagement with local community groups, businesses and key industries through a Citizen's Jury, along with District Council of Grant Elected Members and Council staff.

5 goals have been developed to represent a collective vision for our future:

• Goal 1: Community. A connected, inclusive, resilient and engaged community
• Goal 2: Economy. A growing, diverse and vibrant economy, optimising our unique primary industries and natural assets
• Goal 3: Infrastructure. Reliable and contemporary infrastructure that meets the needs of our community, industry and visitors
• Goal 4: Environment. A sustainable district that values the natural qualities and heritage that underpin our health, liveability and economy
• Goal 5: Council. A strategic and financially sustainable Council that values its people and delivers quality services

Each goal is further broken down into:

• What we heard: Summary of information received during initial engagement with the Citizen's Jury, Elected Members and Council staff;
• Focus areas: Proposed short-term projects, long-term projects and areas of Council advocacy;
• Key projects: Council driven projects proposed to be delivered within the next 4 years; and
• Ongoing services: Council's standard services which will continue alongside the above.

Have Your Say

Now, it is your turn to have your say on the proposed future direction of our Council! We want to hear from the broader community, including residents, business owners, students, parents, First Nations peoples, sporting clubs, community groups, those with a passion for accessibility, visitors and everyone in between.

Review the Draft Strategic Plan 2024-2034 ( or accessible version or one page summary) and have your say by:

• Completing the online feedback form
• Emailing feedback to info@dcgrant.sa.gov.au
• Submitting a hard copy feedback form or letter to:
  • Principal Office: 324 Commercial Street West, Mount Gambier
  • Port MacDonnell Community Complex: 5-7 Charles Street, Port MacDonnell
  • Post: PO Box 724, Mount Gambier SA 5290
• Submit a vote on the Quick Poll

Learn more about what is proposed and talk to a Council representative at a drop-in session:

• Thursday 11 July 2024 | 5:30pm - 7:00pm (Port MacDonnell Community Complex, 5-7 Charles Street, Port MacDonnell)
• Tuesday 16 July 2024 | 5:30pm - 7:00pm (Mount Gambier Regional Airport, Airport Road, Wandilo)
• Monday 22 July 2024 | 1:00pm - 2:00pm via Microsoft Teams (register to attend here)

Submissions will be accepted in writing only until 5:00pm Wednesday 24 July 2024.

Hard copies of the Draft Strategic Plan and feedback form are available at:

• Principal Office: 324 Commercial Street West, Mount Gambier; and
• Port MacDonnell Community Complex: 5-7 Charles Street, Port MacDonnell.

Next Steps

Feedback submitted during the consultation period will be reviewed by Council staff and amendments to the Draft Strategic Plan will be made where appropriate. A refined Startegic Plan will then be presented to Council on Monday 19 August 2024 for endorsement.