If you missed our Rubbish, Roads, Rates and Water Community Update events, never fear – we’ve got you covered!
Cook Shire Council recently held two successful “Rubbish, Roads, Rates and Water” community update events, which were attended by 28 engaged community members.
Despite some acoustic challenges, community feedback about the events was positive and productive. Several attendes commenting that the events provided an excellent platform for them to learn about critical Council projects and initiatives, as well as share their thoughts and have some of their questions answered.
The presentations covered various topics, including waste management, road project, Council’s budget considersations and some insights into how Council sets rates and the ‘smoothing’ process Council undertakes to mitigate the impact of property valuations.
Attendees gained valuable insights into Cook Shire’s waste management initiatives, including the importance of responsible waste disposal and the environmental and financial implications of illegal dumping.
Council has introduced a $1 per bag, per day fee for residents and tourists alike to dispose of mixed household waste at Council Waste Transfers Stations. This makes it easy and buget friendly for people to responsibly dispose of domestic rubbish accumulated at home (in between kerbisde collection dates when bins are full), when travelling on the road, or while camping in the region.
One of the key topics was the introduction of a user-pays system for green waste disposal, as well as the $1 per bag, per household, per day fee for mixed household waste disposal. This new system makes it easy for residents and tourists alike to responsibly dispose of rubbish, ensuring we all do our part to keep Cape York clean.
The event also addressed ongoing and upcoming roadworks, with updates on critical projects such as the Cameron Creek Road upgrade and Bloomfield Road remediation works. In addition, discussions included future improvements to the Annan Water Treatment Plant and strategies to mitigate the impact of recent property revaluations on rates.
If you missed the event, the full presentation is available to download here.
Don’t forget to take advantage of Council’s Free Mulch Giveaway on 28 September 2024 at Mount Tully, followed by Free Dumping Days from 19 October until 2 November 2024.
Thank you to all the community members who attended these event – your participation and positive feedback and support is greatly appreciated.
