Current Consultations
Current Consultation & Engagement
The Shire of Esperance is undertaking a review of Council Policy (POL 0063) Trading in Public Places and Local Government Property and is seeking feedback from local business, mobile traders and the community about mobile traders.
The survey aims to understand the public's perception of mobile trading in public spaces, as well as views on fairness, locations, and operating times. Feedback from the survey will help inform the policy review.
Survey will close May 31st 2026.
Local Fixed Business - Please complete THIS SURVEY
Mobile Traders - Please complete THIS SURVEY
Community Members - Please complete THIS SURVEY
Any questions? Please send through to shire@esperance.wa.gov.au
Engaging with the community
Community engagement is a fundamental aspect of Council’s role and is an essential element in the planning and delivery of community-focused services.
The Shire of Esperance is committed to inclusive and comprehensive engagement with its community in recognition of its obligations under the Local Government Act 1995 as they pertain to participation, consultation and engagement.
Council believes this will lead to a stronger sense of community ownership and belonging, both of which are essential to social sustainability and ensuring the broader community feels welcome, involved and connected to each other. The Shire of Esperance Council Plan 2026-2036 highlights this commitment:
Outcome 11:
Provide authentic, relevant and effective engagement with community members
The Shire engages in two main ways:
Surveys
Community surveys are regularly undertaken at the Shire of Esperance to gather data that will assist Council when making decisions on behalf of the community. Surveys can be specific to a project, service or facility or can be based on all Shire services. Community members are encouraged to participate in surveys when the opportunity arises. This makes sure data collected is representative of community sentiment and provides a sound base for the development and determination of decisions that need to be made in the future.
Community Consultation
Community members are actively encouraged to phone, email or message ideas, suggestions and concerns they have on proposed projects, services or future planning in our community. Community engagement includes informing, consulting with, involving, collaborating with and empowering the community as advocated by the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2).
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Past Consultations
2023
Draft Esperance Street Tree Strategy 2023 - June - July 2023
The Street Tree Strategy 2023 has been developed to guide the Shire on the management and direction of street trees within the Esperance town site and satellite towns. It is a comprehensive document, with much thought going into its wide-ranging scope and key points.
Museum Strategic Plan Review - May - June 2023
What does the Esperance Museum mean to you and our community? What should be our focus for the next 10 years? The Museum is an important asset to our community and we need your help to plan the future.
2023 Community Scorecard - May 2023
Over the past 12 years the Shire has gathered direction and feedback from the Esperance community via the Scorecard. This survey asks you to score the Shire and Council on performance and delivery of projects and services, and the results help inform the Council Plan.
From 1 – 19 May, the 2023 Community Scorecard will be available in hard copy, delivered to all mailboxes, and online - All community members aged 14 years or older are invited to take part.