Strategic Directions and Annual Action <strong>Plan</strong> Other <strong>2009</strong>-2010 initiatives/actions that support a Sustainable Built and Natural Environment Roads - construction and design including local roads, Federal Roads Program and Vic Roads funded works <strong>2009</strong>-2010 Gross Expenditure $ 8,936,000 Special rates and charges to carry out roads, footpath and drainage works 3,350,000 Drainage design and construction program 2,840,000 Footpath renewal program 2,500,000 Kerb and channel renewal program 1,600,000 Corio Landfill rehabilitation 1,000,000 Streetscape upgrades - Portarlington, TAC Precinct 642,000 Traffic management - investigation, design and construction 686,000 Tree planting, establishment and aftercare 297,000 East-West Traffic improvements - signal linking 100,000 <strong>Geelong</strong> Botanic Gardens - glasshouse refitting 63,000 Ongoing Sustainable Built and Natural Environment services and activities for the community Environmental protection and management programs including: > Flora and fauna > Biodiversity conservation > Weed and vermin control > Bush land regeneration > Coastal, wetland and conservation reserve protection and management > Education and awareness publications and activities > Land use plans to provide direction on permissible uses and management <strong>of</strong> crown and council owned land. Commercial and residential garbage, recycling and green waste collection. <strong>Plan</strong>ning and processing <strong>of</strong> planning scheme amendments to facilitate sustainable land use and development in the municipality and ensure sustainable urban design <strong>of</strong> our natural and built environment. The assessment and processing <strong>of</strong> planning and building applications and permits. The management and regeneration <strong>of</strong> public parks and reserves. The design, construction, maintenance and repairs <strong>of</strong> local roads, footpaths, and storm water drains. Provision and maintenance <strong>of</strong> bicycle and walking tracks. Advocating for public transport improvements and supporting and promoting its use. Maintaining a healthy built and natural environment through pest control and street / public facilities cleaning services. The conservation <strong>of</strong> the municipality’s historic buildings, through Heritage studies to identify and document buildings and areas <strong>of</strong> historical and cultural significance, and the management <strong>of</strong> Heritage overlays. A free Heritage Advisory Service to assist owners <strong>of</strong> properties subject to a Heritage Overlay in making informed decisions about restoration, maintenance, alterations and additions to their buildings. How you can contribute to achieving our Sustainable Built and Natural Environment outcomes: > ‘Go Green’ – there are many ways to reduce your carbon footprint and save our region’s precious resources. > <strong>Plan</strong>t indigenous plant species. > Install water saving devices around your home. > Recycle – reduce the amount <strong>of</strong> new materials you use or purchase. > Reduce unnecessary heating and cooling. > Buy appliances with the highest energy efficiency. > Ride your bike to work or car pool with others in your local area. > Walk your children to school, or commence a ‘Walking School Bus’. > Use public transport, or take advantage <strong>of</strong> the <strong>City</strong>’s Park and Ride services. > Vote with your ‘switch’ and take part in the annual Earth Hour event in March by switching <strong>of</strong>f non-essential lights and electrical appliances for one hour to raise awareness towards the need to take action on climate change. > <strong>Plan</strong>t a tree. > Choose low toxic and biodegradable cleaning products. > Consider environmental standards when building or renovating. > Take part in annual ‘Clean Up Australia Day’ activities. 42 <strong>City</strong> <strong>Plan</strong> <strong>2009</strong>-<strong>2013</strong> | <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Geelong</strong> Back to table <strong>of</strong> contents
The Bellarine Rail Trail provides a pedestrian and cycle route across the popular Bellarine Peninsula. Back to table <strong>of</strong> contents <strong>City</strong> <strong>Plan</strong> <strong>2009</strong>-<strong>2013</strong> | <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Greater</strong> <strong>Geelong</strong> 43
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