For release from Tuesday, 25 March 2008
Have your say on Your COuncil
The Victorian Electoral Commission is now asking for feedback on its Preliminary Report for the electoral representation review of the Shire of Melton. The review looks at the number of councillors and the number of wards required to provide fair and equitable representation for all voters.
The Shire of Melton is currently a subdivided municipality with seven councillors elected from seven single-councillor wards. The VEC’s preliminary preference is for seven councillors to be elected from two two-councillor wards and one three-councillor ward.
An additional option has also been provided in the Report for consideration and public comment.
The VEC encourages public input on the options and will be accepting written submissions until Tuesday, 15 April, 5.00 pm.
At the Public Hearing, to be held on 24 April at 6.30 pm, submitters who have requested to speak in support of their submissions will be able to do so. The hearing will take place at the Council Chamber, Civic Centre, 232 High Street, Melton and is open to the public.
For a copy of the Preliminary Report, visit the VEC website at www.vec.vic.gov.au.
Copies are also available at the Council Offices, Civic Centre, 232 High Street, Melton, and at the VEC office, Level 8, 505 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000. Further information is available by calling the VEC on 13 18 32.
The VEC’s Final Report, containing a final recommendation, will be lodged with the Minister for Local Government on Monday, 12 May 2008.
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MAPS OF PRELIMINARY OPTIONS FOR
Melton Shire COUNCIL
PRELIMINARY PREFERRED
OPTION:
seven councillors to be elected from two two-councillor wards and one
three-councillor ward
PRELIMINARY ALTERNATIVE
OPTION:
seven councillors to be elected from seven single-councillor wards
