1. People
Know, empower, celebrate, educate and activate our community1.1Know our communityOPEN
1.2Environmentally active, sustainably focusedOPEN
1.3Active living for every age, every stageOPEN
1.4Celebrate our diverse and creative communityOPEN
1.1.1 A community connected with others
Year on year increase in proportion of residents that regularly engage with 5 or more neighbouring households.
Increase in social connectivity within the city through engagement in community activities.
1.1.2 A community which is understood by Council who is able to respond to their needs
Year on year increase on the benchmark of 75% Resident Satisfaction Survey result relating to the range of programs, activities and initiatives offered by Council.
60% satisfaction rating in consultation methods from the Resident Satisfaction Survey (up from 43% in 2015).
1.1.3 A strong community network linked to local community organisations
Contact details and descriptions of services detailed on SA Directory of Community Services for all of the clubs, community groups and agencies located and working within City of Prospect are current and up to date.
Yearly increase in the number of local organisations liaising with council to provide initiatives for community participation.
1.2.1 Community learning focused on environmental impacts and issues
Number of community learning opportunities focused on environmental issues provided and number of participants.
1.2.2 Council activities and Community events are supported by a no waste approach
A zero (0) waste to landfill outcome at events.
1.2.3 Community environmental initiatives are supported and encouraged
Number of community environmental initiatives supported and encouraged by Council.
1.3.1 Community services, recreation areas and facilities are able to meet the current and future needs for all stages of life
Two stakeholder forums per year to review Council areas and facilities and guide Council’s asset management plan.
By 2020 all Council buildings will be accessible to every age at every stage.
1.3.2 Lifelong learning opportunities are developed and promoted
More than 2,000 lifelong training outcomes conducted annually.
1.3.3 Accessible library, toy library and local history services are available for all
Successful delivery of an accessible community hub including a new Library and innovation centre by the end of 2019.
5% annual increase in participation and utilisation of Library services.
1.3.4 A community who are involved and participate in decision making and community leadership
Year on year increase in the number of community representatives participating in engagement strategies.
Year on year increase in overall youth engagement.
60% satisfaction rating with Council engagement strategies.
1.4.1 A City rich with cultural experiences, arts activities and events
Council supports an annual increase in diversity of events, either directly or indirectly.
Year on year increase in community initiated events/activities.
1.4.2 A respected and celebrated culturally diverse community
Events within the City are inclusive and reflect our diverse community.
Year on year increase in the satisfaction rating (number of respondents) from the Resident Satisfaction Survey who feel that Prospect is an inclusive and welcoming community.
Deliver on recommendations each year to achieve the Reconciliation Action Plan by 2020.