FAQs

The CSP identifies the community's objectives and priorities for the Coffs Harbour LGA for the next 10 years. It is supported by the Delivery Program, which establishes clear priorities, activities and specific actions Council will undertake during the fixed 4-year period. It is a statement of commitment that Council is committed to achieving the agreed 10-year vision for Coffs Harbour.

The Delivery Program shows the activities Council will commit to over the next four years, to achieve the objectives in the MyCoffs Community Strategic Plan 2032 (CSP).

The Operational Plan, specifies individual actions that will be undertaken for the coming financial year. It incorporates an annual budget and revenue statement including proposed rates, fees and charges.

Council’s budget tells the community how it is going to spend its funds over the course of the financial year. It sets out where Council gets its money and how that income is then going to be spent on services delivered for the community.

Capital expenditure is work that is undertaken on infrastructure to either renew it or upgrade it. This is done with a view to improve its condition and extend its useful life. Capital expenditure can also be creating new assets for the community. The works to be undertaken during 2023-24 are detailed in our Capital Works Program.

The Long Term Financial Plan is a high-level financial strategy that ensures Council has plans in place to sustainably meet the needs of our community now and into the future. It is reviewed and updated annually as part of the development of the Operational Plan.

The City prepares these documents as part of integrated planning and reporting under the Local Government Act, 1993 (as amended). All NSW councils are required to prepare these documents. This ensures their plans are in line with the community’s needs, can be resourced, and their progress is reported back to the community.

The Delivery Program, Operational Plan (including the Fees and Charges) are part of this framework.

At the close of the engagement period, staff will review and analyse all submissions received and prepare a report to Council. The report will address each issue raised and the basis for any recommended changes.

Progress is reported to Council every quarter in the corporate quarterly reporting, every year in the Annual Report and at the end of the elected Council’s term in the State of our City report.