Online survey for climate change policy

An online survey about the council's draft climate change policy opened on November 12.

Central Coast Council endorsed a draft climate change policy in August 2018 for public exhibition.

The draft policy aims to provides a framework for action for possible impacts of climate change.

The policy would align the Council's operations and strategic planning with the NSW State Climate Change Policy Framework.

The survey is one of a number of "engagement activities" with the community to give residents the opportunity to learn more about the policy, participate in discussion and provide submissions to shape the final policy to be adopted by Council.

Mayor Cr Jane Smith said climate change was not only an environmental issue, but also an economic and social issue.

"It is crucial Council shows leadership in addressing climate change and its impacts through responsible planning and collaboration in the best interests of our community," she said.

"Council is serious about reducing emissions, energy efficiency, resilience planning and infrastructure protection and planning.

"This draft policy provides us with a clear pathway to become more resilient to climate change," she said.

The survey will allow residents to view and provide initial feedback on the draft policy, express concerns about the possible impact of climate change as part of daily life and impacts on the Central Coast more broadly.

"I strongly encourage the community to complete this short survey and register their interest in working with Council to discuss planning for impacts of climate change so we can collaboratively work towards building a vibrant and sustainable Central Coast," Cr Smith said.

The survey will also give the community the opportunity to register their interest in the workshop series commencing in February 2019 to discuss the draft Climate Change Policy and is available on the Your Voice Our Coast website.

SOURCE:

Media release, 12 Nov 2018

Jane Smith, Central Coast Council