How we engaged with you
Online submission form + paper submission forms at our Customer Service Centres
3 X community pop-ups
This consultation has closed.
Submissions for the budget closed at 5pm on 27th may. Thank you to everyone who provided a submission.
This year we are focused on delivering year two of our 4-Year Council Plan, building on the progress already underway.
We have developed the budget to balance current community needs with future priorities, while maintaining long-term financial sustainability.
Like households across Darebin, Council is facing tighter financial circumstances. Costs have increased and our budget doesn’t go as far as it once did.
We have prioritised maintaining essential services that many in our community rely on, and continuing to care for the assets and infrastructure that support daily life - from parks and trees to drains and buildings.
We have carefully considered what is most important now and will continue to review priorities for future years.
We are also exploring creative ways to support and fund community services and infrastructure into the future.
Key budget figures
Engagement Summary
From 30th April- 27th May we invited the community to learn more about the budget and provide submissions.
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Who we heard from
168 submissions
110 attendees at pop-ups
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What you told us
The submissions covered a variety of topics including:- Environment, parks and sustainability
- Sustainable transport
- Financial sustainability, rates and cost of living
What's next?
Council will consider endorsing the budget and its associated documents at a Special Council meeting on 30 June.
