By Molly Magennis
Maribyrnong council are seeking community involvement on a 10-Year Asset Plan they are developing, aimed at ensuring public assets are properly managed into the future.
The council manages more than $930 million worth of public assets, ranging from buildings, roads, playgrounds and ovals, through to footpaths, bike paths and water fountains.
The community consultation process will take place in two phases.
The first phase is commencing now, with council inviting residents to comment on the quality and quantity of the various types of assets within the municipality, and whether they currently meet community needs and expectations.
This can include feedback on whether there are enough playgrounds and public rubbish bins, or whether the quality of footpaths are up to scratch.
During the second phase, council will call for feedback on the Draft Asset Plan, which will be formed by comments provided during phase one.
There will also be opportunity for residents to be part of an Asset Plan Working Group, which will be dedicated to further refining community thinking and unpacking the draft document to make sure it reflects the needs of the community.
The group will be a volunteer opportunity with two monthly meetings proposed between March and May.
Maribyrnong mayor Anthony Tran said with the population of the municipality set to increase significantly over the next 20 years, council wants to ensure all facilities will be able to meet future needs.
“Given council’s role as caretaker for these ratepayer funded assets funded, ensuring the Asset Plan meets the needs and priorities of our community is important, and I encourage all residents to head to Your City Your Voice to read more and share their thoughts to help shape the direction of the document,” he said.
To provide comments and register interest to be part of the Asset Plan Panel Group, visit: www.yourcityyourvoice.com.au/assetplan
