Do you have something to say about how the shire manages domestic animals, public spaces and local lifestyle?
Council is calling on all residents, business owners and animal lovers to get online and have their say.
The Domestic Animal Management Plan and Community Local Laws are currently open to feedback on Council’s Engagement Mansfield webpage.
Mayor Cr Steve Rabie said these reviews are an important opportunity to ensure council’s approach reflects the community’s values.
“From walking our dogs, to maintaining our properties, to how we use our nature strips and public spaces, we look forward to hearing your thoughts on the draft rules,” said Cr Rabie.
“These reviews are about finding a balanced approach that keeps our community safe, clean and welcoming, without overcomplicating day-to-day life."
The Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) is a four-year roadmap outlining how Council manages cats and dogs in the community.
It focuses on supporting responsible pet ownership and includes exciting actions like the new fenced off-leash dog park being developed at the Station Precinct.
The Community Local Laws review aims to make local rules more practical, simple and effective while also reducing unnecessary red-tape for business owners.
This proposed draft builds on feedback from earlier community engagement and includes modernised provisions covering public space use, street trading, nature strip landscaping, waste management, and responsible animal ownership.
Residents can provide feedback online through Engage Mansfield at engage.mansfield.vic.gov.au and flyers with additional information will be available at the Council Office, Mansfield Library, Visitor Information Centre and Youth Centre.
All feedback gathered will be considered as part of the final drafts, which will be presented to council during a council meeting.
“This process is about building a community voice into how we manage local amenity, safety and animal welfare.
"Your input is essential to help us make sure these rules are practical, fair and truly reflect what matters to the Mansfield community,” said Cr Rabie.
For more information, contact Council on (03) 5775 8555 or email council@mansfield.vic.gov.au