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City of Greater Shepparton
URL: http://www.greatershepparton.com.au/news/sac.html
Please note: this is an archived news article release.
This article was published on 1 March 2010. The information contained within may be out of date or inaccurate. News articles and media releases older than 60 days are archived for future reference.
Get involved in the Seniors Advisory Committee
News article released on Monday 1 March 2010
Greater Shepparton City Council looking for residents aged 55 and over who are interested in forming a Council supported Seniors Advisory Committee.
The committee will provide advice to Council on matters affecting older adults.Council's Manager Aged and Children's Services Simon Rose said the idea for a seniors advisory committee was drawn from the Council's positive ageing strategy that was adopted at the end of 2009.
"One of the recommendations from the positive ageing strategy was to develop a committee who could advise council on issues relating to our ageing population," Mr Rose said.
"The committee could provide advice in areas such as planning, parking, recreation and leisure facilities, community support and services and arts and culture.
"We hope to form a committee of about 10 people from a range of backgrounds and ages.
"Once the committee has been formed, the members will determine how often and where to meet.
"If needed, Council will provide transportation to increase opportunities for individuals to participate in the committee.
"This is a fantastic opportunity for older people to actively contribute to achieving positive changes in our community."
Any resident interested in participating is strongly encouraged to contact the Positive Ageing Strategy Coordinator Teri Bennet-Meyer on 5832 9785.
- Released 1 March