CITY OF WHITEHORSE Sustainability Strategy
CITY OF WHITEHORSESustainability Strategy2016 – 2022
Policy contextOur sustainable journeyOutcomes and targetsLinks to Council strategies and plans3346914Developing the Strategy162.12.22.32.42.51618181919Prioritisation approach and information sourcesCommunity prioritiesStaff and Councillor prioritiesLearning from local government best practicesCouncil’s partnershipsImplementation of actions21AppendicesAppendix ACommunity consultation findings22Appendix BStaff consultation findings26Appendix CBest practice review31Appendix DCouncil's strengths and role41Appendix ESustainability Strategy Action Plan492
1Introduction1.1OverviewThe Whitehorse Sustainability Strategy 2016-2022 (‘Strategy’) outlines Council’ssustainability agenda for the next six years. It is accompanied by the SustainabilityStrategy Action Plan (‘Action Plan’).Every day, Council works with the community to provide services, make planningdecisions, maintain community assets and coordinate with partner agencies. Theseactivities help shape the liveability of the Whitehorse community for the decadesto come.The Strategy and Action Plan provide the opportunity to ensure that Council’sday-to-day activities work towards long term sustainability and liveabilityoutcomes and to assist the community in living sustainably.The Strategy and Action Plan continues the sustainable journey that began in 2002with Council’s original five-year sustainability strategy Our Ecovision. Council’ssecond sustainability strategy was implemented over 2008-2015.The overarching direction for Council is defined in the Council Vision 2013-2023,and at its core builds on the link between sustainability and the long termliveability of the Whitehorse community. The five Strategic Directions in theVision (Figure 1) illustrate Council’s integrated approach to environmental, socialand economic liveability.Annually, the 4 year Council Plan is updated to reflect Council’s strategicpriorities and key actions. The Strategy is part of the integrated Council planningprocess that embeds Council’s priorities into deliverable actions.The Sustainability Strategy 2016-2022 outlines the priority environmentalsustainability outcomes and key targets that Council will work towards over a 6year period.The accompanying Sustainability Strategy Action Plan details the specificprograms and projects that will contribute to achieving the priority sustainabilityoutcomes.The Sustainability Strategy 2016-2022 contains a wide range of objectives andoutcomes that will be delivered by different Departments across Council. The keyliveability outcomes that guide the Strategy include: An informed and resilient communityEnergy-efficient Council and community buildings and infrastructureUsing more renewable energyReducing waste to landfillReducing the use of potable waterImproved water quality of local creeks and waterwaysAchieving a mix of sustainable local businesses and jobs3
Making it easy to walk and cycle in WhitehorseProviding better access to public transportEnhancing the health and diversity of parks and local vegetationProviding more recreational open spaceContributing to a reduced cost of livingAdapting to climate change and peak oilImproved access to local foodCouncil Vision 2013-2023We aspire to be a healthy, vibrant,prosperous and sustainablecommunity supported by strongleadership and communitypartnerships.Strategic Direction 1: Support ahealthy, vibrant, inclusive anddiverse communityStrategic Direction 2: Maintainand enhance our built environmentto ensure a liveable and sustainablecity.Strategic Direction 3: Protect andenhance our open spaces andnatural environmentsStrategic Direction 4: Strategicleadership and open and accessiblegovernmentStrategic Direction 5: Support ahealthy local economyArticulates theaspirations of thecommunity aboutthe future.Council Vision2013-2023Identifiesstrategicpriorities and keyactions.Integrated CouncilPlanning includingthe Council Plan2014-2018Embeds Councilsustainabilitygoals andprinciples intooperation.SustainabilityStrategy2016-2022Sets key actionsthat supportCouncil'ssustainability andcommunityliveabilitySustainabilityAction PlanFigure 1 Sustainability is core to Council’s Vision1.2Policy contextAcross Federal, State and Local levels of government, policy and legislation haveincreasingly acknowledged the elements of sustainability including resilience,efficiency, productivity, fairness and wellbeing.In many instances, local governments including Whitehorse City Council have ledthe way in adopting best practices that benefit their communities. This Strategyplaces the Whitehorse community in a position to proactively respond to policydevelopments such as the examples in Table 1, which highlights relevant policytrends between the release of the previous Whitehorse Sustainability Strategy2008-2013 and the development of this Strategy in March 2016.4
Table 1: Federal, State and local government policy trends over the period 2008-2015Federal Government policy developments Greenhouse gas emissions target of 60% reduction on 2000 levels by 2050, and thecontinuation (although scaling back) of the mandatory renewable energy target. In 2015, Australia’s 2030 greenhouse emissions reduction target announced as 26-28% of2005 levels. In 2014, the carbon price mechanism was phased out and Emissions Reduction Fundintroduced as a mechanism for the Federal Government to purchase emissions reductionsfrom business and community. Increasingly stringent standards on energy efficiency in the Building Code of Australia, andthe phasing out of incandescent light bulbs in 2010. In 2010, the release of the National Carbon Offset Standard, which leads to increasingnumber of organisations seeking carbon neutrality. Increasing emphasis on active transport through the National Cycling Strategy 2011-16 andthe prioritisation of public transport projects by Infrastructure Australia (founded in 2008). In 2014, 50 million for the 20 Million Trees Programme to re-establish green corridorsand urban forests.Victorian State Government policy trends In 2015, the review of the Climate Change Action and consideration of a VictorianRenewable Energy Target. In 2015, the State Government committed to continuing the Victorian Energy EfficiencyTarget until January 2030. In 2015, the State Government committed to introducing Environmental UpgradeAgreements across Victoria to finance retrofit projects secured through council rates. In 2014, the Emergency Management Amendment (Critical Infrastructure Resilience) Actrequires responsible entities to demonstrate that their assets are resilient to climate change,terrorism and other risks. In 2013, release of Getting Full Value: the Victorian Waste and Resource Recovery Policy,as the 30 year Strategy for waste management. In 2013, release of the Victorian Adaptation Plan and the funding of local governmentaction the Victorian Adaptation and Sustainability Partnership. In 2011, permanent water saving rules introduced to conserve potable water. In 2011, extension of the Victorian Energy Efficiency Target to businesses.Local policy trends Many Councils continuing to set and achieve organisational targets for carbon neutrality,energy consumption reduction, reductions in potable water use and reductions in waste tolandfill (refer to Appendix C1). An increasing number of Councils are also setting andassisting community targets in energy, water and waste. In 2013 and 2014, Councils for Whitehorse, Stonnington, Port Phillip, Banyule, Yarra,Moreland and Melbourne introduced planning scheme amendments with sustainable designand planning expectations. Council’s local ESD Planning Policy is now endorsed as aguide to sustainable design in the Whitehorse Planning Scheme. Increasing emphasis on the role of urban forests in building resilience to climate changeand enhancing local biodiversity. The requirement under the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 to prepare municipalpublic health and wellbeing plans. Regional collaboration through the Alliances for Greenhouse Action, the MunicipalAssociation of Victoria, Metropolitan Waste and Resource Recovery Group and others.5
1.3Our sustainable journeyCouncil’s sustainable journey began in 2002, with the adoption of Council’sSustainability Strategy: Our EcoVision. This strategy was the first comprehensiveand integrated approach to sustainability across all of Council operations. Itfocused on a triple bottom line approach, and emphasised Council improving thesustainability of its internal operations, and then assisting the Whitehorsecommunity to integrate the key learnings. Approximately 230 actions wereoutlined in this original strategy, across 21 focus areas.The Whitehorse Sustainability Strategy 2008-2013: Our EcoVision was adopted in2008. The strategy continued the sustainability journey that began in 2002, settingthe direction for Council to enhance the sustainability of the community and itsown operations. The ten priority areas for action combined the main focus areas ofthe previous strategy with emerging environmental issues and feedback fromcommunity consultation. The strategy proposed 87 actions, with 75 established orcompleted by 2014.A number of Council’s key sustainability achievements from 2008 to 2014 areshown in Table 2 below. A comprehensive progress report on Councilachievements during this period is documented in Council’s Sustainability Report2008-14.Table 2: Key sustainability achievements for the period 2008-2014Climate change, greenhouse and energy Corporate emissions reduction of 39% by 2014 Investment of up to 250,000 per annum towards Environmentally Sustainable Design(ESD) features for Council’s buildings, including solar panels, solar hot water systems,energy-efficient lighting and appliances, shading, more efficient heating and coolingsystems. Replacement of 60% of Council’s street lights to energy efficient lights, resulting in asubstantial saving in annual electricity bills. Innovative ESD features in redevelopments such as Aqualink Box Hill, Box Hill Gardensand Billabong Park Pavilion including co-generation, LED lighting, motion sensors,insulation and recycled furniture.Water conservation and quality Corporate water consumption reduced by 22% by 2014 Completion of the Warm Season Grass Transfer Program for 39 sporting fields Installation of water conservation systems including rainwater tanks and water efficienttoilets and other devices Planting of indigenous and drought tolerant vegetation in landscape designs, parkland,reserves and streetscapes Community rebates for rainwater tanks and greywater systemsResource efficiency, waste and recycling Kerbside waste diversion rate of 48% in 2014 and a 10% reduction in total kerbside wastein 2012/13 Introduction of the 80L garbage bin and 360L recycling bin for kerbside collection Provision of a green organics bin for kerbside collection and home composting incentives Community programs to increase the range of products recycled, including e-waste.6
Community education and engagement Living for Our Future and Sustainable Ambassador programs implemented Annual Whitehorse Sustainable Living Week and Sustainability Awards programestablished Blackburn Lake Education Program (excursions and incursions) established Teacher Environment Network established and Sustainable Schools Program implemented Business-focussed sustainability information provided to local businesses Community workshops on topics of interest about living more sustainably 1,937 households taking up Council sustainability rebates for installing solar panels, solarhot water, water tanks, greywater recycling systems, and home composting systems Wide range of sustainable transport programs delivered in schools, businesses andcommunity groups.Sustainability policy, leadership and reporting Draft Environmentally Efficient Design Policy developed and implemented to provideguidance and establish expectations for environmental sustainability in new development Council has committed approximately 8-11% of its total available expenditure towardsgreen purchasing in the past five years Council is a part of the Eastern Alliance for Greenhouse Action, which works on regionalapproaches to increase energy efficiencies and address climate change and peak oil impactswith neighbouring municipalities Council continues to advocate to State and Federal Governments on the need for a cleardirection towards addressing environmental sustainability issues Sustainability imbedded into large numbers of strategies in policies that guide Councildecisions eg Integrated Transport Strategy, Open Space Strategy and Youth Strategy.There have been a number of significant developments since the release of the2002 EcoVision Strategy which have informed the Strategy and Action Plan.This latest Strategy marks the continuation of Council’s sustainable journey, andour ongoing commitment to lead in the pursuit of a sustainable Whitehorsecommunity.7
Figure 2 – Desired sustainability outcomes for the Whitehorse community by implementing the Sustainability Strategy 2016-20228
1.4Outcomes and targetsThe Strategy expands on the strategic goals of the Council Vision to define theoutcomes that will enhance the future liveability of the Whitehorse municipality.By 2022, a sustainable Whitehorse municipality will continue to be a great placeto live and work, and will be for the long term because the municipality will beefficient and resilient. To achieve these liveability and sustainability outcomes,Council will play its key role through responsible leadership.At its core, the Strategy and Action Plan have been developed to achieve thesixteen outcomes shown in Figure 2. These outcomes emerged as the priorityareas of focus for the new Strategy after extensive consultation with thecommunity, key stakeholders, Councillors and Council staff.The outcomes identified in Figure 2 are those where Council can make a directcontribution because of the services and assets managed by Council, or Councilcan influence these outcomes through advocacy or partnering with other Councils,government agencies, or relevant non-government service providers.In addition to these outcomes, by implementing the Sustainability Strategy 20162022 Council aims to meet some key targets building on the progress achieved inCouncil’s previous Sustainability Strategies (based on a 2002 baselinemeasurement.) – A 45% reduction in corporate greenhouse gas emissions by 2022Carbon Neutral by 2022 (subject to detailed review.)A 30% reduction of corporate water consumption by 2022A 65%diversion of kerbside waste from landfill by 2022Progressive increase in the use of renewable energy by Council and thecommunity.Through comprehensive community, staff and councillor consultation Council hasidentified the actions that support the outcomes prioritised by the Whitehorsecommunity. These priorities are summarised in Appendix A.Table 3 is a representation of the key targets and objectives that will allow theWhitehorse community achieve these outcomes. The key targets and objectivesare linked to the relevant strategic direction in the Council Vision, demonstratingthat Council is continuing its strategic approach of embedding sustainablepractices into its corporate programs and projects. Council is also continuing toinform and build the resilience of the community, as it is only by activeengagement with the community and working together that the liveabilityoutcomes can be achieved.9
Table 3: Sustainability outcomes, their key targets and objectives, and relationship to Council Vision’s strategic directions.Sustainability outcomeKey target and/or objectiveCorporate orcommunitytargetCouncil Vision 2013-2023StrategicDirection 1:Support ahealthy,vibrant,inclusive anddiversecommunityStrategicDirection 2:Maintain andenhance ourbuiltenvironment toensure aliveable andsustainable cityStrategicDirection 3:Protect andenhance ouropen spacesand naturalenvironmentsStrategicDirection 4:Strategicleadershipand open andaccessiblegovernmentStrategicDirection 5:Support ahealthy localeconomyA great place to live and workA mix of local businessesand jobsTo continue to promote and support localbusinessesCorporateEasy to walk or cycleTo encourage walking for all members of thecommunity through a range of operational andeducational programs, and by providing a safe,attractive, connected and well-designedpedestrian environment.CorporateTo maintain and improve the cycling networkthrough the municipality, while continuing topromote cycling as a practical alternative to theprivate motor car for local trips, commuting andrecreation.CorporateTo encourage an increased shift toward publictransport by advocating for the provision ofimproved infrastructure and services, incombination with information to the communityregarding transport choices available throughoutthe municipality and education about thebenefits.Corporate Better access to and use ofpublic transport 10
Sustainability outcomeHealthy and diverse parksand local vegetationMore recreational openspaceLower cost of livingKey target and/or objectiveTo maintain and enhance healthy vegetation inpublic parks and bush land reservesCorporate orcommunitytargetCorporateTo, where possible, continue to –CorporateSecure new and/or upgrade existingopen space associated with ActivityCentres, High Density precincts and inareas without open space throughappropriate developer contributions toopen space via the Whitehorse OpenSpace Strategy. Advocate for improved design, use andmanagement of non-Council ownedpublic open space by other agencies. Investigate opportunities to convertexisting Council owned land to openspaceProvide community incentives and program thatfocus on reducing energy water and wasteconsumption.StrategicDirection 1:Support ahealthy,vibrant,inclusive anddiversecommunityStrategicDirection 2:Maintain andenhance ourbuiltenvironment toensure aliveable andsustainable cityStrategicDirection 3:Protect andenhance ouropen spacesand naturalenvironments StrategicDirection 4:Strategicleadershipand open andaccessiblegovernmentStrategicDirection 5:Support ahealthy localeconomyCorporateTo support, where possible, increased localvegetation on private land. Council Vision 2013-2023 11
Sustainability outcomeKey target and/or objectiveCorporate orcommunitytargetCouncil Vision 2013-2023StrategicDirection 1:Support ahealthy,vibrant,inclusive anddiversecommunityStrategicDirection 2:Maintain andenhance ourbuiltenvironment toensure aliveable andsustainable cityStrategicDirection 3:Protect andenhance ouropen spacesand naturalenvironmentsStrategicDirection 4:Strategicleadershipand open andaccessiblegovernmentStrategicDirection 5:Support ahealthy localeconomyEfficient and resilient Improved access to localfoodTo encourage the growing, sourcing, andsharing of local food by residents andbusinesses.Adapting to climate changeand peak oilCouncil services and assets are progressivelymore resilient to the impacts of climate changeand peak oilEfficient buildings, transportand infrastructureCarbon neutral by 202245% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by2022 (2002 baseline)Corporate More renewable energyTo increase the take up of renewable energymeasures within Whitehorse each yearCommunityCorporate Reduced waste to landfill65% diversion of waste from landfill by 2022Community Reduced use of potablewater30% reduction in water use by 2022 (2012baseline)40% reduction in water use by 2030 (2012baseline)Corporate Improved water quality oflocal creeks and waterwaysTo continue to implement water sensitive urbandesign and minimising risk of pollution of drainsand waterways within the municipality.Corporate 12
Sustainability outcomeKey target and/or objectiveCorporate orcommunitytargetImproved water quality oflocal creeks and waterwaysTo support and provide an annual residentseducation program aimed at increasedunderstanding of activities which supporthealthy waterways within the municipalityCorporateInformed and resilientcommunityTo consistently provide community educationand engagement programs in regards to climateadaptation measures.CorporateCouncil Vision 2013-2023StrategicDirection 1:Support ahealthy,vibrant,inclusive anddiversecommunityStrategicDirection 2:Maintain andenhance ourbuiltenvironment toensure aliveable andsustainable cityStrategicDirection 3:Protect andenhance ouropen spacesand naturalenvironmentsStrategicDirection 4:Strategicleadershipand open andaccessiblegovernmentStrategicDirection 5:Support ahealthy localeconomy Responsible leadershipEffective governance andcorporate programsTo ensure Council’s compliance with LocalGovernment Act and relevant legislativerequirementsSustainability practices andpolicies embedded inCouncil practices10% green spend of total available annualCouncil expenditure Corporate 13
1.5Links to Council strategies and plansThe Strategy and Action Plan do not work in isolation. Council’s existingstrategies and plans support the delivery of the sustainability outcomes, targetsand objectives defined in Table 3 below.These strategies and plans are updated regularly to reflect the progress Councilmakes in their delivery.For details of specific programs and targets in each area, refer to the relatedstrategies and plans outlined in Table 3.Relevant Council strategies are subject to periodic review and the actionscontained in the various strategies form part of Council’s annual budget. Councilmonitors the various strategies and actions contained in these strategies to ensurethere is consistency in working towards the overall objectives in the CouncilVision.Table 3: Key Council strategies, plans and guidelines that support sustainability andliveability (current as at December 2015)Sustainability outcomeRelevant Council strategiesA great place to live and workA mix of local businesses andjobsEconomic development strategy 2014-2019Procurement policy 2015Easy to walk or cycleBicycle strategy 2007 (New cycling strategy available 2016)Integrated transport strategy 2011Municipal Public health and wellbeing plan 2014Community road safety strategy 2013Better access to and use ofpublic transportIntegrated transport strategy 2011Community road safety strategy 2013Healthy and diverse parks andlocal vegetationUrban biodiversity strategy 2014Urban forest residential program 2016More recreational open spaceOpen space strategy 2007Recreation strategy 2015-2024Lower cost of livingAnnual council plansEfficient and resilientImproved access to local foodPeak oil action plan 2011Waste management plan 2011Urban forest residential program 2016Adapting to climate changeand peak oilPeak oil action plan 2011Climate change adaptation plan 2011Efficient buildings, transportand infrastructureSustainability Strategy 2016-2022Council environmentally sustainable development checklistand guidelinesEnvironmentally Sustainable Development policy (PlanningScheme Amendment C130)14
Sustainability outcomeRelevant Council strategiesFleet PolicyEnergy action plan 2009-2014More renewable energySustainability Strategy 2016-2022Energy action plan 2009-2014Reduced waste to landfillWaste management plan 2011Reduced use of potable waterWater action plan 2008-2013Sustainability Strategy 2016-2022Improved water quality oflocal creeks and waterwaysStormwater management plan 2003Informed and resilientcommunityClimate change adaptation plan 2011Climate change vulnerability assessment 2012Municipal Public health and wellbeing plan 2014Responsible leadershipEffective governance andcorporate programsCouncil PlanSustainability practices andpolicies embedded in CouncilpracticesProcurement policy 2014Sustainability Strategy 2016 -202215
2Developing the StrategyBox 1 Demonstrating sustainable leadership in developing the Sustainability StrategyWhitehorse City Council is considered to be a leader in local government for implementingsustainability in a strategic manner into Council’s daily programs and practices. In developingthe new Sustainability Strategy, Council is maintaining a leadership role by planning for thelong term liveability of the Whitehorse community and continuing the following values andobjectives: operating efficiently and responsibly investing in quality assets and systems that are durable and effective planning for climate-related stresses recognising and supporting the diverse needs of our community safeguarding the healthy, beautiful and productive aspects of the Whitehorsemunicipality.The benefits of embedding sustainability into Council’s activities include financial savings,preserving the local environment, achieving operational efficiencies, empowering communitymembers on issues that matter to them, and making smart investments for the future.2.1Prioritisation approach and information sourcesThe Strategy has been developed through a systematic process of: Documenting Council’s overarching objectives and strategies, as well asresearch into best practices of other local governments, Analysis of current and emerging drivers of change and policy context, Consultation with the community, Councillors, Council staff and keystakeholders through workshops, surveys and interviews, Checking that the areas of focus and the proposed actions are within Council’srole and responsibility to either directly deliver or effectively influence,thereby being able to make a positive contribution towards the desiredsustainability outcome Using the research, analysis and consultation to identify priority areas of focusand effective and affordable actions to achieve the desired sustainabilityoutcomes over time.The prioritisation principles are described in Table 4 below. To ensure that thefinal Sustainability Strategy works as a comprehensive but targeted strategy andaction plan, all of the gathered data, suggested actions and desired programs andprojects were subjected to a detailed prioritisation process. Everything wasevaluated in accordance with the prioritisation principles in the first column ofTable 4 and a scoring system that took into consideration the factors outlined inthe second column of Table 4.16
The highest ranking programs, projects and actions that resulted from this processwere then further reviewed, taking into consideration changes that occurred in theinterim in government policy and updated feedback from the different Councildepartments responsible for delivering the actions.Table 4: Strategy and Action Plan prioritisation principlesPrioritisationprincipleFactors used to prioritise suggestedactions, programs and projectsInformation sourcesConsultationpriorityThe extent to which the action contributes tothe sustainability outcomes identified asimportant by the community, Councillors,Council staff and key stakeholdersCommunity consultation(refer to Section 2.2)Staff and Councillorconsultation (Refer to Section2.3)Target grouppriorityThe extent to which the action contributes tothe sustainability outcomes identified asimportant by hard-to-reach groups includingyouth, culturally and linguistically diversecommunities and businessCommunity consultation(refer to Section 2.2)BenefitsThe scale of benefits or improvements onachieving a sustainability outcome,including improving resilience to futureshocks and stressesIndependent technical inputCostsFinancial and Council personnel resourcesrequired to support delivery, including thepotential return on investment for an actionor focus areaCouncil estimatesEase ofimplementationLevel of complexity, risk and coordinationrequired to support delivery, taking intoaccount Council’s ability to control activitiesand positively influence partnerorganisations (refer to Appendix D)Independent technical inputLeadership andinnovationAlignment with Australian best practice andgood governance (refer to Box 1)Best practice review (refer toSection C2)Independent technical input17
2.2Community prioritiesCouncil undertook a broad range of consultation activities with the Whitehorsecommunity, businesses, Councillors, Council staff and local organisations. Inparticular, there was a focus on obtaining input from community representativesfrom diverse and often underrepresented groups to ensure that as broad aperspective as possible was taken into consideration.Council heard from the community that the top priorities for the environmentalsustainability and liveability of the Whitehorse municipality are: Healthy parks and vegetationPublic transportWalking / cyclingThese priorities are closely followed by: Efficient buildingsRenewable energyWaste reductionCouncil also spoke to young people who, in addition to the priorities above,nominated local jobs and local food production as important issues.Whitehorse business representatives also highlighted the importance ofmaintaining a mix of local businesses and services for the community to access,and the importance of supporting local businesses.Overall, the community supports Council in continuing to encourage and enablesustainable outcomes for the Whitehorse municipality, while demonstratingfinancial responsibility.The feedback from the community included specific actions that they wished theCouncil to take. Where possible, these suggestions have been included in theAction Plan or linked to a broader action in the Action Plan that is designed toachieve a similar outcome.Not all of the community priorities are deliverable by Council as there was a lot offeedback that related to services provided by other agencies or levels ofgovernment. However every effort was made to distill the community feedbackinto areas where Council has some control or can influence the outcomes.Further information on the community’s feedback is provided in Appendix A.2.3Staff and Councillor prioritiesThe Strategy draws on the experience and knowledge of Council’s staff andCouncillors. Through workshops and interviews, Council staff and Councillorsi
Moreland and Melbourne introduced planning scheme amendments with sustainable design and planning expectations. Council’s local ESD Planning Policy is now endorsed as a guide to sustainable design in the Whitehorse Planning Scheme. Increasing emphasis on the role
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policies and actions relating to Whitehorse’s tree population. Implementation of this strategy will support Councils Sustainability Strategy 2016 – 2022 and Council’s Health and Wellbeing Strategy, 2017-2021 and will contribute to the fulfilment of several goals and targets within those strategies.
“Whitehorse will be a well planned self sustaining community that is a leader in energy conservation and innovation that maintains and conserves wilderness spaces for future generations. Whitehorse will continue to strive for a better quality of life that is reflected in its vibrant economy and social life.” This is the challenge in Phase 2.
Council’s Heritage Policy (Clause 22.11 of the Whitehorse Planning Scheme) and the State Heritage Overlay (Clause 43.01 of the Whitehorse Planning Scheme). These guidelines are also to assist owners of heritage places in determining what may be acceptable in the development of their place.
prominent Whitehorse Butte with its multi-directional but fairly shallow drainages flowing multidirectional toward the unit’s boundary or (southeast) to Little Whitehorse Creek that crosses the unit east-west at its mid-section (and which –like the creek’s main stem – is also enclosed by rangeland fences).
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Whitehorse Park Fencing and Gate Replacement NEPA No.: DOI-BLM-OR-M000-2009-0017-CX A. Proposed Action The BLM is proposing to replace, repair, and install fencing around certain portions of the Whitehorse County Park boat ramp area perimeter, and to install a gate to a non-public access road adjoining the parking area.
WHITEHORSE RUNNERS EXCELL AT CRAZYLEGS RUN The Whitehorse Crazylegs Team had a great time at this year’s run. There were 17 student runners and 10 teachers who all completed the 5 mile race. The students trained hard for 7 weeks and the results proved it was worth it. There were 194 runners in the 14 year and under
