By REBECCA BILLS
MOUNT Evelyn’s plan of action for 2014 will be discussed at Mount Evelyn Township Planning Day next month.
The annual event is an opportunity for all community members, groups and interested persons to come and discuss all things Mount Evelyn.
Morrisons CEO Jan Simmons said the main purpose of the event was to provide an opportunity for the community to have a voice about the things they feel important.
“This allows us to create a plan and be able to take action in the following year and beyond,” she said.
“On the night, we reflect on what we have done in the community over the last year and about the value of working in partnership and how to best utilise resources in our community.
“We also talk about issues and highlight what needs more attention in our town.”
Ms Simmons said what makes the event unique is the attendance of school leaders to share their thoughts and visions for the community. These include representatives from Yarra Hills Secondary College, Mount Evelyn Primary School, Birmingham Primary School and Saint Mary’s Primary School.
“We are really proud that leaders from the local schools who take part in the discussion – they have always been great participants over the last few years,” she said.
“At the event, no one is more important than the next person so everyone has a valued voice.”
Ms Simmons highlighted the importance of ensuring all voices are heard in the planning of Mount Evelyn.
“When we first started hosting the night many years ago we initially had only 12 people in attendance – we now have about 100,” she said.
“It really shows the value of the night as people wouldn’t come if results weren’t being shown.
“People are now getting that this is a good occasion to be a part of.”
The event is sponsored by Mount Evelyn and Districts Community Bank and managed by Mount Evelyn Township Improvement Committee (METIC).
Mount Evelyn Township Planning Day will be held at Yarra Hills Performing Arts Centre, Old Hereford Road, Mount Evelyn on Wednesday 12 February at 6.30pm.
RSVP to Morrisons by Monday 3 February on 9736 1457 to assist with catering – dinner will be provided.
