The City of Greater Geelong has asked community members to share their insights on its strategy to manage stormwater and potential flooding.
Stage two of the Central Geelong Stormwater Management Strategy, including a draft map of where flooding could occur, is now available for viewing on the City’s Have Your Say page online.
The community has already provided feedback during stage one of the plan, which seeks to better understand flash flooding in the region and find practical solutions to reduce the risk of such flooding occurring.
In addition to being able to view the strategy and submit responses online, members of the community can also attend in-person information sessions at Wurriki Nyal.
The City will host the sessions on Friday, May 23, Monday, May 26 and Thursday, May 29.
The sessions will include a short presentation followed by a Q&A opportunity.
Greater Geelong mayor Stretch Kontelj said this stage two consultation would run until Friday 13 June.
“We’ve made it easy for residents to get involved, whether online through our interactive mapping tool or in person at our upcoming information sessions,” Mayor Kontelj said.
Councillor Trent Sullivan, who chairs the City Services, Capital Works, Parks & Gardens portfolio, said the stormwater management strategy was a collaborative effort.
“The updated flood extent map is based on the latest data and modelling, but community insights are vital to make sure it reflects local knowledge and lived experience,” Cr Sullivan said.
Visit yoursay.geelongaustralia.com.au/CGSMS-1 to view the map, leave comments and find out more information about the Central Geelong Stormwater Management Strategy.
