Council's Vision Statement

VISION
To be the recognised leader in Local Government through continuous learning and sustainability.

MISSION
To ensure that the Council’s long term role is viable and sustainable by meeting the needs of our residents in a responsible caring way,

 attract sustainable development while maintaining the traditional rural values, character and culture of our people.

 
COUNCIL VALUES   

1. For Our Community and Visitors
   We will provide a safe, clean and healthy environment in which all people have the opportunity to participate in, and share in the Council’s services and facilities.
   
2.  For Our Community Committees
   We will seek their opinion in relation to the services in which they assist us, offer relevant and timely support, and recognise their valuable contribution.   
3. For Our Staff
   We will create an atmosphere of team support which encourages frank and honest communication, and the use of common-sense and innovation in a safe and friendly working environment with the aim of efficiency. 
4. For Our Councillors
   We will treat all Councillors equally and ensure that they are provided with accurate and timely advice and expect that they will treat each other and the staff with due respect. 
5. Our Service Values
   To aim to exceed your expectations
   To act on our commitments as quickly as possible
   To evaluate our service, by asking you the customer
   To use your complaints as an opportunity to put things right and to take actions to ensure that the problem does not reoccur
   To value your privacy by treating confidentially all personal information which you give us