2015-16 Annual Report 2015-16 Annual Report | Page 51

3.5 Our Corporate Planning Framework and Process It is an exciting time at Toowoomba Regional Council as we continue to achieve the vision articulated in our 2014-19 Corporate Plan. The Plan will position the region to take advantage of the significant opportunities ahead and will establish the ideal development, cultural and economic conditions to support our projected population growth over the next 30 years. • Representatives of business organisations The Plan has been guided by our aspirations, mission, goals and values and a long-term vision for growth and a strong, diverse economy. The Plan which identifies our goals, outcomes and strategic actions keeps us on track and ensures that we know where we have come from and where we are going. In addition to seeking external consultation when developing Community Plans and the Corporate Plan, Council is continually consulting with the community on a broad range of areas including Council services, community well-being, infrastructure and the economic development of the region. This year, Council continued to engage with the community via a number of channels including face-to-face consultations and online channels such as the interactive online tool ‘Have Your Say’, designed to enable community members to share their thoughts on key Council projects. The Plan has been formed after an extensive public consultation and submissions review process, incl