Community Engagement Policy

Policy number   CPOL/GOV025
Next review March 2026

 

Swan Hill Rural City Council is committed to providing genuine and transparent opportunities for the community to participate in purposeful and planned community engagement processes.

Section 55 (1) of the Local Government Act 2020 requires Council to adopt and maintain a Community Engagement Policy. The purpose of this policy, and its associated guidelines, is to outline Councils approach to:

  • create a consistent best practice approach to engagement;
  • facilitate informed and sustainable decision making;
  • improve information delivery and sharing; and
  • promote a consistent inclusive and accessible approach to engagement.
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