Plans and strategies

The Asset Management Strategy sets out Council's long-term vision for asset management of infrastructure throughout the municipality. 

It outlines how Council will ensure the financial sustainability of all:

• asset renewal,
• additions, and
• maintenance work.

The Asset Management Plan (AMP) has been developed in line with Australian Accounting Standards and ISO 55000 Asset Management Standards. It supports the sustainable delivery of services, compliance with regulatory requirements and long-term financial planning.

The AMP covers:

• Footpaths and shared paths across Kiama
• Asset condition and replacement value (estimated at $16.6 million)
• Service levels and funding needs
• Risk management and improvement actions
• Alignment with Council’s Community Strategic Plan and Long-Term Financial Plan.

This plan is based on a model framework. Community feedback will be considered where it strengthens the strategy and ensures the plan reflects local priorities for accessibility, safety and connectivity.

The Asset Management Plan for Roads covers the road class assets existing throughout Kiama Municipal Council. Road assets facilitate the movement of people and goods including private vehicles, public transport, heavy vehicles, pedestrians and wheeled devices such as bicycles and scooters.

The asset types are:

• Road Surface
• Road Pavement (base)
• Road Sub-base
• Road Subgrade (formation)
• Kerb and gutter
• Bridges
• Major culverts
• Car parks
• Traffic Management
• Traffic Control

The Stormwater Asset Management Plan covers the drainage class assets existing throughout Kiama Municipal Council. Stormwater is the water that flows over land during rainstorms. Drainage assets control and treat stormwater to prevent flooding, protect property, people and the environment.

The asset types are:

• Pipes and channels
• Pits
• Reinforced concrete box culvert
• Gross pollutant traps

Developed collaboratively with community members and Council staff, the strategy provides a structured framework for engaging residents on crucial issues, projects, and policies. It focuses on transparency and inclusivity, aiming to build staff capacity, meet communities where they are, and close the loop through timely follow-up communications. By prioritising these key action areas, Council aims to strengthen how it engages with the community, cultivates trust and ensures decisions reflect the diversity of voices of our community. 

Read our Community Engagement Strategy(PDF, 1MB) or check out the Community Engagement Process undertaken to develop the Strategy.

Community pop-ups
Meeting community where they are, our community pop-ups place Council staff at high-traffic locations across the Municipality during peak times. Providing residents with informal opportunities to engage directly with us throughout the year. These pop-ups complement our online engagement efforts and targeted stakeholder activities. See our Community Pop-up Schedule

Our Community Participation Plan 2019 details how we engage with our community on planning matters. 

The Community Strategic Plan (CSP) is a high level 10 year plan developed collaboratively by Council with the Kiama Municipal community.

It identifies the community's vision and objectives for the Municipality and strategies to achieve them.

This document lists the Fees and Charges for Council's services and facilities during the financial year.