MEDIA RELEASE
At the April meeting of Hilltops Council Administrator Wendy Tuckerman endorsed a report recommending the Hilltops Draft Disability Action Plan (DIAP) be placed on public exhibition.
Commenting on the plan, General Manager Anthony McMahon said, “The DIAP aims to change perceptions of people with disability and promote inclusiveness and accessibility within Hilltops Council communities. A range of barriers have been considered such as access to information, services, buildings and facilities. This plan explains how we will improve the lives of people with disability in our community.”
Consultation through Healthy Shires and Access Committees, survey responses, as well as community forums have guided Council in the development of this plan.
“The Hilltops Healthy Shires and Access Committees will support the development, implementation and evaluation of our plan which is an important step in building strong communities that meet the needs of all residents and visitors.” Mr McMahon added.
The draft Plan is now on public exhibition until Wednesday, 31 May 2017 and is available at Council’s website, libraries and Council offices in Boorowa, Harden and Young.
