Mount Burr Community Vision

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Wattle Range Council is seeking input from the people of Mount Burr in developing the Mount Burr Community Vision.


What is a Community vision?

Each of the 13 townships of the Wattle Range Council region has its own unique community town plan written by the community, with the assistance of Council, outlining their ideas with the aim of aiding a strategic approach to implementing projects and initiatives over a ten-year period.

The objective of a community vision is to facilitate a living process, allowing priorities and projects to change in line with community needs from year to year.

Our intention is to replace what was the 'Community Town Plan', with the brand new 'Community Vision', which will capture the thoughts and ideas of those living in each town, helping to better guide Council decision making, enhancing community vibrancy, ensuring environmental sustainability, and inspiring innovation.


What projects matter to you?

We want to hear what matters to you and what projects you would like to see Council fund in your town in the future. What should be included in your community's vision?

The reimagined Community Vision will only include projects that can be achieved by Council from discretionary funds. Your project idea could be relating to the following:

  • Council buildings, roads, footpaths and drainage
  • Parks and gardens, open spaces, walking and cycling trails
  • The 'amenity' (look and feel) of the community including signage
  • Sport and recreation areas
  • Business, tourism and events

Note: See Asset Management Plans for scheduled renewal Program - project ideas should only be for projects not identified in our Asset Management Plans.


Background

In April 2022, Council held a community consultation session at the Mount Burr Football Club with the aim to provide an update to the community on the Town Plan and to gain community input into the town entrance signage.

Feedback provided at this session have been included in the ideas already identified for consideration in the new Community Vision.


What has happened so far?

Completed Projects

ProjectsYear
School holiday Program Mount Burr Trails scavenger hunt2022/23
Roads Re-sealed:
  • RV Dump Point Access Road
2022/23
Roads Re-sheeted:
  • Mount Graham Road
2022/23
Footpaths:
  • Brown Street/Thomas Drive Laneway
2022/23
Kerbing:
  • Thomas Drive Access Road
2022/23
Installation of new RV dump point - $15k2021/22
Upgrade access path to the public toilets to be disability friendly - $5k2021/22
Internal painting of the toilets - $3k2021/22
Renew light towers for walkways - $5k2021/22
Storm water drainage retention basin/bore renewal - $30K2021/22
Footpaths:
  • Thomas Drive
2021/22
Road Re-sheeting:
  • Mount Burr Service Road from Gray Terrace to Thomas Drive (north side of Thomas Drive)
  • Brown Street to Thomas Drive (South side of Thomas Drive). $330K
2020/21
Kerbing:
  • Ingram Street
2020/21
Sealed road:
  • Grey Terrace (595m)
2019/20


photo of grader resurfacing Mount Burr service road


Successful Council Grants & Sponsorship

ProgramYearRecipientProjectGrant
Community Infrastructure Grants2021/22Mount Burr United Football ClubFootball Oval lighting upgrade$50K
Community Financial Assistance Grants2021/22Mount Burr Trails IncTrail signage, seats and pamphlets$616.50
Sport & Recreation Financial Assistance Grants2021/22Mount Burr Netball ClubEquipment and laptop$1,148
Mayoral Sponsorship2021/22Mount Burr Trails Inc
$500
Mayoral Sponsorship2021/22Mount Burr CFS Brigade
$500


What's coming up?

  • Upgrade of town entrance signage $25k
  • Replacement of BBQ and renewal of shelter at Mt Burr $15K
  • Mount Burr Football Club Rooms
    • Asbestos removal $10k
    • Glazing/windows $10K
    • Re-roof as required $20K
    • Renew toilets (internal) $70K
    • Renew electricals $40k
    • Electrical Services/Fire Safety $20K
    • Access/egress renewal, light/ventilation $30K



Get involved

There are many ways you can get involved helping to create your towns community vision.

  • First step is attending the Community Vision Forum
  • Get together with your sporting club, community group or school parents and friends association to discuss community vision ideas.
  • Upload your community vision to the community vision board
  • Vote for your favorite community vision. Simply 'like' ❤️ the idea you would like to see in a future annual business plan and budget.
  • Speak to your Elected Members about your community vision.


Wattle Range Council is seeking input from the people of Mount Burr in developing the Mount Burr Community Vision.


What is a Community vision?

Each of the 13 townships of the Wattle Range Council region has its own unique community town plan written by the community, with the assistance of Council, outlining their ideas with the aim of aiding a strategic approach to implementing projects and initiatives over a ten-year period.

The objective of a community vision is to facilitate a living process, allowing priorities and projects to change in line with community needs from year to year.

Our intention is to replace what was the 'Community Town Plan', with the brand new 'Community Vision', which will capture the thoughts and ideas of those living in each town, helping to better guide Council decision making, enhancing community vibrancy, ensuring environmental sustainability, and inspiring innovation.


What projects matter to you?

We want to hear what matters to you and what projects you would like to see Council fund in your town in the future. What should be included in your community's vision?

The reimagined Community Vision will only include projects that can be achieved by Council from discretionary funds. Your project idea could be relating to the following:

  • Council buildings, roads, footpaths and drainage
  • Parks and gardens, open spaces, walking and cycling trails
  • The 'amenity' (look and feel) of the community including signage
  • Sport and recreation areas
  • Business, tourism and events

Note: See Asset Management Plans for scheduled renewal Program - project ideas should only be for projects not identified in our Asset Management Plans.


Background

In April 2022, Council held a community consultation session at the Mount Burr Football Club with the aim to provide an update to the community on the Town Plan and to gain community input into the town entrance signage.

Feedback provided at this session have been included in the ideas already identified for consideration in the new Community Vision.


What has happened so far?

Completed Projects

ProjectsYear
School holiday Program Mount Burr Trails scavenger hunt2022/23
Roads Re-sealed:
  • RV Dump Point Access Road
2022/23
Roads Re-sheeted:
  • Mount Graham Road
2022/23
Footpaths:
  • Brown Street/Thomas Drive Laneway
2022/23
Kerbing:
  • Thomas Drive Access Road
2022/23
Installation of new RV dump point - $15k2021/22
Upgrade access path to the public toilets to be disability friendly - $5k2021/22
Internal painting of the toilets - $3k2021/22
Renew light towers for walkways - $5k2021/22
Storm water drainage retention basin/bore renewal - $30K2021/22
Footpaths:
  • Thomas Drive
2021/22
Road Re-sheeting:
  • Mount Burr Service Road from Gray Terrace to Thomas Drive (north side of Thomas Drive)
  • Brown Street to Thomas Drive (South side of Thomas Drive). $330K
2020/21
Kerbing:
  • Ingram Street
2020/21
Sealed road:
  • Grey Terrace (595m)
2019/20


photo of grader resurfacing Mount Burr service road


Successful Council Grants & Sponsorship

ProgramYearRecipientProjectGrant
Community Infrastructure Grants2021/22Mount Burr United Football ClubFootball Oval lighting upgrade$50K
Community Financial Assistance Grants2021/22Mount Burr Trails IncTrail signage, seats and pamphlets$616.50
Sport & Recreation Financial Assistance Grants2021/22Mount Burr Netball ClubEquipment and laptop$1,148
Mayoral Sponsorship2021/22Mount Burr Trails Inc
$500
Mayoral Sponsorship2021/22Mount Burr CFS Brigade
$500


What's coming up?

  • Upgrade of town entrance signage $25k
  • Replacement of BBQ and renewal of shelter at Mt Burr $15K
  • Mount Burr Football Club Rooms
    • Asbestos removal $10k
    • Glazing/windows $10K
    • Re-roof as required $20K
    • Renew toilets (internal) $70K
    • Renew electricals $40k
    • Electrical Services/Fire Safety $20K
    • Access/egress renewal, light/ventilation $30K



Get involved

There are many ways you can get involved helping to create your towns community vision.

  • First step is attending the Community Vision Forum
  • Get together with your sporting club, community group or school parents and friends association to discuss community vision ideas.
  • Upload your community vision to the community vision board
  • Vote for your favorite community vision. Simply 'like' ❤️ the idea you would like to see in a future annual business plan and budget.
  • Speak to your Elected Members about your community vision.
Page last updated: 26 Feb 2024, 03:00 PM