While the public comment period ran for just under 10 months, the survey garnered 62 responses. While the majority of respondents support the idea in principle, there is an appetite for some transparency on how the funds will be allocated. The report recommends that prior to implementing the Nature Fund, further details are developed on how the fund will operate and be administered be developed.
Background
The City of Kalamunda is seeking additional feedback on the idea of allowing interested residents to make an OPTIONAL donation as part of the payment of their Rates Notice to create a proposed ‘Nature Fund’ to fund environmental initiatives. The proposed fund would be voluntary with no set monetary amount.
If this initiative is supported by the community and adopted by the City, ratepayers could make a contribution (like an optional donation) to fund environmental activities in the City of Kalamunda. The idea was originally proposed by the Nature Reserves Preservation Group to provide the City with more funding for environmental activities.
As a City, we want to encourage residents to get out into nature, reap the health benefits of the great outdoors and appreciate the value and diversity of our natural environment. We already invest significantly in our piece of paradise but would be able to do so much more with the help of our community. Please take the time to leave your feedback. We will take the time to read your suggestions and present them in our report to Council. Your words can make all the difference. Thank you.
While the public comment period ran for just under 10 months, the survey garnered 62 responses. While the majority of respondents support the idea in principle, there is an appetite for some transparency on how the funds will be allocated. The report recommends that prior to implementing the Nature Fund, further details are developed on how the fund will operate and be administered be developed.
Background
The City of Kalamunda is seeking additional feedback on the idea of allowing interested residents to make an OPTIONAL donation as part of the payment of their Rates Notice to create a proposed ‘Nature Fund’ to fund environmental initiatives. The proposed fund would be voluntary with no set monetary amount.
If this initiative is supported by the community and adopted by the City, ratepayers could make a contribution (like an optional donation) to fund environmental activities in the City of Kalamunda. The idea was originally proposed by the Nature Reserves Preservation Group to provide the City with more funding for environmental activities.
As a City, we want to encourage residents to get out into nature, reap the health benefits of the great outdoors and appreciate the value and diversity of our natural environment. We already invest significantly in our piece of paradise but would be able to do so much more with the help of our community. Please take the time to leave your feedback. We will take the time to read your suggestions and present them in our report to Council. Your words can make all the difference. Thank you.
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