Have we got it right?
We are seeking your feedback on the Draft 2024/25 Business Plan and Budget, please share your thoughts.
Project Information
The 2024/25 Business Plan and Budget is the key annual operational and financial planning document for the City of Adelaide. It describes the priorities, programs, services, and projects that we plan to deliver, our sources of revenue, long term financial sustainability, and how we propose to allocate our budget.
It is the second Business Plan and Budget for this Council and the first to deliver on the Strategic Plan 2024-2028 and our new vision for the future:
Our Adelaide. Bold. Aspirational. Innovative
The Strategic Plan 2024-2028 focuses on the delivery of five aspirations: Our Community: vibrant, connected and inclusive; Our Environment: resilient, protected and sustainable; Our Economy: growing, innovative and responsive; Our Places: interesting, purposeful and safe; and Our Corporation: High performing, customer centric and bold.
This Business Plan and Budget focuses on investing in our Capital Works Program, committing 1.5% of our rates income to upgrading community Park Lands Buildings, implementing the Mainstreet Revitalisation Program, housing, stimulating growth in the city’s economy, focusing on core community services and leading Adelaide into a climate resilient future.
This year marks a transition to a new Strategic Plan and the preparation of a City Plan, reshaping our Long-Term Financial Plan, Asset Management Plans and meeting community expectations with our services.
Draft 2024/25 Budget Summary
To drive the delivery of our new Strategic Plan, Council will continue to focus on repairing our budget after historical financial pressures associated with frozen rates and the COVID-19 pandemic impacted our ability to renew assets, upgrade infrastructure and provide core community services. For 2024/25 Council is proposing to do this through:
- A focus on delivery of the new Strategic Plan with key projects and infrastructure upgrades
- Understanding what our community expects and delivering core council services
- Delivery of a financially sustainable budget with an equitable approach to income generation, in line with our Long Term Financial Plan
- Delivery of an operating position to meet the ongoing cost requirements of our Asset Management Plans, working towards a target of 100% asset renewals
- An increase to rate revenue comparable to the sector, while re-introducing a rate rebate to support pensioners in our community
- Prioritising our operational budget, grants and sponsorships and where there are opportunities to partner with other levels of Government to seek co-funding.
How can I provide my feedback?
There are several ways in which you can provide feedback:
 | Online
|
 | Email Your comments to: StrategicPlan@cityofadelaide.com.au |
 | Phone Speak to us by phone on: (08) 8203 7174 |
 | Written Submissions All written submissions should be received by midnight, Sunday, 19 May 2024, and should be addressed to: Community Consultation, Draft 2024/25 Business Plan & Budget, GPO Box 2252, Adelaide SA 5001, or Delivered to the City of Adelaide Customer Centre, 25 Pirie Street, Adelaide, or any of our libraries and community centres during business hours. If you are posting your submission, please allow sufficient time for Australia Post delivery.
|
 | In Person
| Event | Date and Time | Location | Meander Market on Melbourne Street
| Saturday 27 April
10am - 3pm | Melbourne Street, North Adelaide | As part of the Hindley Street – Main Street Revitalisation Consultation
| Property Owners and Traders
Tuesday 30 April
5pm – 7pm
| Community Members
Thursday 2 May
11am – 1pm |
| Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Grainger Studio
91 Hindley Street, Adelaide
| | Adelaide Central Market | Friday 10 May
2pm – 4pm
| Adelaide Central Market Gouger Dining Area
44/60 Gouger Street, Adelaide | | Hutt Street Library | Monday 13 May
11am –1pm | 235 Hutt Street, Adelaide |
Public Hearing As part of the consultation process Council holds a Public Meeting as part of a Council meeting. This meeting is your opportunity to provide your feedback about the Business Plan and Budget directly to elected members. The meeting will be held on Tuesday 14 May at 5.30pm – 6.30pm at the Adelaide Town Hall, 128 King William Street, Adelaide. Registration, alongside a copy of your submission, is required by 5pm Monday 13 May, via StrategicPlan@cityofadelaide.com.au |
All submissions must be received by midnight, Sunday 19 May 2024
What happens next?
Your input is important to us.
All submissions will be acknowledged, either by email or in writing, so that you know your comments have been received.
The City of Adelaide staff will collate all feedback into a report that will be presented to Council for consideration as part of finalising the 2024/25 Business Plan and Budget.
Have we got it right?
We are seeking your feedback on the Draft 2024/25 Business Plan and Budget, please share your thoughts.
Project Information
The 2024/25 Business Plan and Budget is the key annual operational and financial planning document for the City of Adelaide. It describes the priorities, programs, services, and projects that we plan to deliver, our sources of revenue, long term financial sustainability, and how we propose to allocate our budget.
It is the second Business Plan and Budget for this Council and the first to deliver on the Strategic Plan 2024-2028 and our new vision for the future:
Our Adelaide. Bold. Aspirational. Innovative
The Strategic Plan 2024-2028 focuses on the delivery of five aspirations: Our Community: vibrant, connected and inclusive; Our Environment: resilient, protected and sustainable; Our Economy: growing, innovative and responsive; Our Places: interesting, purposeful and safe; and Our Corporation: High performing, customer centric and bold.
This Business Plan and Budget focuses on investing in our Capital Works Program, committing 1.5% of our rates income to upgrading community Park Lands Buildings, implementing the Mainstreet Revitalisation Program, housing, stimulating growth in the city’s economy, focusing on core community services and leading Adelaide into a climate resilient future.
This year marks a transition to a new Strategic Plan and the preparation of a City Plan, reshaping our Long-Term Financial Plan, Asset Management Plans and meeting community expectations with our services.
Draft 2024/25 Budget Summary
To drive the delivery of our new Strategic Plan, Council will continue to focus on repairing our budget after historical financial pressures associated with frozen rates and the COVID-19 pandemic impacted our ability to renew assets, upgrade infrastructure and provide core community services. For 2024/25 Council is proposing to do this through:
- A focus on delivery of the new Strategic Plan with key projects and infrastructure upgrades
- Understanding what our community expects and delivering core council services
- Delivery of a financially sustainable budget with an equitable approach to income generation, in line with our Long Term Financial Plan
- Delivery of an operating position to meet the ongoing cost requirements of our Asset Management Plans, working towards a target of 100% asset renewals
- An increase to rate revenue comparable to the sector, while re-introducing a rate rebate to support pensioners in our community
- Prioritising our operational budget, grants and sponsorships and where there are opportunities to partner with other levels of Government to seek co-funding.
How can I provide my feedback?
There are several ways in which you can provide feedback:
| Online
|
| Email Your comments to: StrategicPlan@cityofadelaide.com.au |
| Phone Speak to us by phone on: (08) 8203 7174 |
| Written Submissions All written submissions should be received by midnight, Sunday, 19 May 2024, and should be addressed to: Community Consultation, Draft 2024/25 Business Plan & Budget, GPO Box 2252, Adelaide SA 5001, or Delivered to the City of Adelaide Customer Centre, 25 Pirie Street, Adelaide, or any of our libraries and community centres during business hours. If you are posting your submission, please allow sufficient time for Australia Post delivery.
|
| In Person
| Event | Date and Time | Location | Meander Market on Melbourne Street
| Saturday 27 April
10am - 3pm | Melbourne Street, North Adelaide | As part of the Hindley Street – Main Street Revitalisation Consultation
| Property Owners and Traders
Tuesday 30 April
5pm – 7pm
| Community Members
Thursday 2 May
11am – 1pm |
| Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Grainger Studio
91 Hindley Street, Adelaide
| | Adelaide Central Market | Friday 10 May
2pm – 4pm
| Adelaide Central Market Gouger Dining Area
44/60 Gouger Street, Adelaide | | Hutt Street Library | Monday 13 May
11am –1pm | 235 Hutt Street, Adelaide |
Public Hearing As part of the consultation process Council holds a Public Meeting as part of a Council meeting. This meeting is your opportunity to provide your feedback about the Business Plan and Budget directly to elected members. The meeting will be held on Tuesday 14 May at 5.30pm – 6.30pm at the Adelaide Town Hall, 128 King William Street, Adelaide. Registration, alongside a copy of your submission, is required by 5pm Monday 13 May, via StrategicPlan@cityofadelaide.com.au |
All submissions must be received by midnight, Sunday 19 May 2024
What happens next?
Your input is important to us.
All submissions will be acknowledged, either by email or in writing, so that you know your comments have been received.
The City of Adelaide staff will collate all feedback into a report that will be presented to Council for consideration as part of finalising the 2024/25 Business Plan and Budget.
Draft 2024/25 Business Plan and Budget (7.54 MB) (pdf)
