More than 1000 surveys completed as part of Shire of Harvey’s city status community consultation

More than 1000 community members have added their voices to a discussion on the Shire of Harvey’s proposed city status.

With less than a week left until the community consultation period ends for the controversial proposal, the shire has received 1032 surveys from the community.

Most responses received have come from shire residents, while some have been submitted by non-residents who work or own property in the area, or have a connection to it.

Community drop-in information sessions held across the shire as part of the consultation process had approximately 250 people attend in total.

Shire president Michelle Campbell said the community’s responses had been passionate.

“It’s clear that people are interested in the future direction of the shire and what city status might mean for our community,” she said.

“The consultation process provided an opportunity for residents to ask questions, share their views, and contribute to the conversation.

“Many thanked us at the end of the sessions for providing further clarification.”

Cr Campbell said the feedback gathered would form a key part of a consultation report, to be presented to the council in May.

“This report will provide councillors with an overview of community sentiment,” she said.

“Council will consider this feedback alongside other relevant factors when deciding whether to progress with an application to the minister for local government for city status.”

With the consultation period ending on March 13, Cr Campbell said residents were still welcome to reach out to the shire with questions via email, phone, or through its website.

Cr Campbell thanked everyone who had taken the time to be part of the consultation process, and encouraged those who had not yet participated to have their say before it ended.