Have your say on the revised Snowy Monaro Community Strategic Plan

Published on 25 February 2025

Snowy Monaro Regional Council is inviting all residents, ratepayers, and stakeholders to provide feedback on the revised Snowy Monaro Community Strategic Plan 2042. The consultation is open now until Monday 24 March 2025, and is your chance to provide input on the updated plan following community engagement conducted last year.

Originally adopted in 2022, the Community Strategic Plan (CSP) is the highest-level strategic document, setting out a long-term vision for the region. Over the past 12 months, Council has conducted a light-touch review of the CSP, incorporating community feedback from consultations held in early 2024. This process helps ensure that the plan remains relevant and closely aligned to the priorities of our community.

It’s easy to have your say, your way, with a range of simple options to get involved:

• Fill out the online survey on the Your Say Snowy Monaro website
• Grab a paper copy of the survey from any Council office or library branch
• Have a chat with us at regional shows and local events

‘This review is an important opportunity for our community to tell us what their priorities are for the region over the long term,’ said Mayor Chris Hanna.

‘Council has spent the last year updating the CSP based on what you told us, and we’re excited to share the results and hear what you think about the Snowy Monaro’s vision for the future.’

The CSP is made up of five key themes:

1. Our Community – Supporting connected, inclusive, and healthy communities
2. Our Economy – Driving economic sustainability and local opportunities
3. Our Environment – Protecting and enhancing the region’s natural assets
4. Our Infrastructure – Improving transport, utilities, and community facilities
5. Our Civic Leadership – Ensuring transparent and effective governance

This revised plan considers the challenges and priorities facing our region, including housing affordability, infrastructure investment, sustainability, and economic resilience.

While the CSP sets overarching strategic goals, specific projects and service details are addressed in Council’s upcoming Delivery Program and Operational Plan, which will open for consultation later this year.

Have your say before Monday 24 March 2025 at https://qrco.de/CSPreview and help us make the future of our region brighter than ever.

The plan will be further revised based on your feedback and presented to Council for review and adoption in mid-2025.

Visit https://qrco.de/CSPreview to learn more about getting involved, or give our team a call on 1300 345 345 for further information.