Local Government

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Breaking News
Waverley Council was recently awarded the IAPP (International Association of Public Participation) NSW Project of the Year for their project titled ‘Funding the Future’. The HVRF conducted a rate rise survey for Council which proved an essential element of its recognised community engagement activities. The HVRF has also conduct the last two Waverly Council community surveys.

Considered a leader in this area the Foundation has conducted community surveys within many local governments throughout Sydney, the Hunter and Central Coast Regions and other NSW local government areas. Research areas include measuring the community’s usage, perceived value of, and level of satisfaction with the range of facilities and services provided by councils. It can also extend to identifying future community needs and preparing strategic plans for councils on a variety of subject areas.

Research services to local government:

  • Techniques for monitoring and benchmarking views held by ratepayers, employees, suppliers and councillors
  • Economic impact analysis of proposed developments, such as retail, health and recreational facilities
  • Assessment of infrastructure needs
  • Performance monitoring and benchmarking
  • Socio-demographic analysis for use in social strategic planning
  • Facilitation through focus groups and workshops with councillors, staff and ratepayers

Community, Employee Supplier and Councilor Surveys

For more information on local government services contact HVRF Director of Research  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it