Blacktown City Mayor Tony Bleasdale OAM is calling on residents and interested groups to 'get involved' in Council's planning and decision-making processes.
"Council wants our residents to be directly involved in the plans and decisions that shape our City going into the future." Mayor Bleasdale said.
Blacktown City Council is seeking expressions of interest from community members to join one or more of its 17 advisory committees to advise Council on important matters, including policy development, services, programs and projects.
"Council has established these committees to inform and guide Councillors, as elected members of the community, so that they can make the most appropriate decisions taking into account the specific needs of the community.
"The advisory committees cover every area of Council responsibility including Community Safety, Environment, Women, Sport and Heritage," Mayor Bleasdale said.
The advisory committees consist of community representatives, appointed Councillors, experts, professionals, and Council staff.
"Good, representative and transparent governance is the key to good management of our Council, so I encourage the people of Blacktown City to express their interest in getting involved," Mayor Bleasdale said.
In selecting community members of the advisory committees, Council will consider experience relevant to the respective committee, including: career experience, paid or volunteer work with community groups, not-for-profits or other advisory committees.
