Community Consultation
Engaging With You
The City of Stonnington regularly consults with the community on local issues.
Council makes the following commitment to residents of the City: "We will keep you informed, listen to and acknowledge your concerns, and provide feedback as to how your input has influenced the decision, process or outcome."
Value Statement
Council holds the following values with regards to consultation:
- Universal Access including all members of the community and ensuring all have an equal opportunity to participate.
- Information Provision giving accurate and reliable information that is easy to read and which supports informed comment.
- Timing It Right so that information can inform policy, decision-making and planning.
- Responsiveness to ensure community needs are met. It is important to offer options and strategies which are in line with community needs and lifestyle choices.
- Respect it is essential to let people know how their input will be used and to prove feedback about decisions.
- Evaluation of the consultation in relation to its objectives is essential for continuous improvement.
- Support adequate resources are required to support good process.
If you would like further information about the Community Consultation Strategy contact Corporate & Community Planning on 8290 1175 or email socialdevelopment@stonnington.vic.gov.au
Community_Consultation_Strategy.pdf (166KB)
Community_Consultation_Strategy_-_An_Overview.pdf (113KB)
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