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THE NEED TO SUPPORT FAMILIESAt times, families may need additional support todeal with life’s stresses and to improve connectionswith the community. A strong community willdevelop the capacity to respond to the changingneeds of families and their members and affirm theirachievements.Townsville City Council is committed to:• Providing community support services for residentsof all ages, focusing on sections of the communitywith identified and/or special needs• Playing a leadership role in the community through:1) Best practice approaches to service delivery2) Consultation and feedback processes on services3) Enabling family participation in programdevelopment• Supporting community initiatives that respond torecognised needs of families• Partnering with key individuals and organisationsto develop and implement support strategies withinthe communityTHE SHARING OF RESPONSIBILITYFamilies are our community. Families share a mutualresponsibility as citizens to partner with council andeach other to create a supportive and connectedcommunity.Townsville City Council is committed to:• Developing community initiatives at aneighbourhood level to strengthen localised bonds• Providing opportunities for families to participate inCouncil’s community planning activities• Consulting with the community to identify theongoing needs of families• Partnering with key individuals and organisationsto develop and implement citizenship strategiesTHE CELEBRATION OF FAMILIESCelebrations which acknowledge the contributions offamilies to our community provide public recognitionand confirmation of their vital role. Occasions forcelebration at a street, neighbourhood or communitylevel will enhance families’ pride in themselves andour community.Values into actionsThe value statements above should not be viewedas separate or disconnected concepts. They areinterrelated and interdependent, relying on amutual long-term commitment between Council andcommunity to ensure the intent is sustained andoutcomes achievable. Therefore the actions listedunder the statements may be found under one ormore categories.THE IMPORTANCE OF CONNECTEDFAMILIESTHE IMPORTANCE OF FAMILIES SPENDINGTIME TOGETHERThe ability to spend time together is crucial forongoing family strength and connection. Facilitatingevents and providing infrastructure that areaccessible to all community members will ensurefamilies have the chance to take advantage of thetime they have together.familyTownsville City Council is committed to:Cohesive and connected families provide a solidfoundation for a safe and supported community.Providing avenues for people to strengthen thebonds within their families will also strengthen theirconnection to the community.Townsville City Council is committed to:• Planning for, developing and promoting a healthyand safe city• Undertaking educational activities to promote thevalue of community diversity• Providing arts and cultural programs, activities andinfrastructure to encourage and maintain familyparticipation• Providing cultural and recreational programs,activities and infrastructure to encourage andmaintain family participation• Presenting inclusive and family focusedcelebratory events to maximise communityinvolvement• Developing initiatives at a neighbourhood level tostrengthen localised community bondsTownsville City Council is committed to:• Presenting inclusive and free family focusedcelebratory events to maximise communityinvolvement• Developing community initiatives at aneighbourhood level to strengthen localisedcommunity bonds• Supporting community organised events thatrecognise and promote the contribution of familiesTownsville City Council Family Charter6 7