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Provide a long term vision for Penrith, based on sustainability; intergenerational, social, economic and political equity; and their individuality.
Penrith is distinguished by its natural setting, with its western edge defined by the flow of the Nepean River and the rising backdrop of the Blue Mountains. Historical rural landscapes and natural bushland areas characterise the City, and surround its urban neighbourhoods.
Penrith has kept its identity and sense of place as it has grown and developed. As the City as a place has grown and matured, its communities have also developed, diversified and become more complex. Today it is a large and vibrant community in a beautiful natural setting, with an egalitarian culture that embraces and encourages self reliance, responsibility and new ideas.
Shared aspirations for Penrith's future, and a shared vision, will guide our journey towards sustainability. This transformation needs collaboration between all levels of government, resource managers, the business sector, community groups and all citizens, and recognition of Penrith's unique identity.
Council's roles in working towards this outcome for the City include being a leader, advocate and custodian.
Council is also a large and vibrant organisation, with a work culture that encourages self reliance, responsibility and innovation. Every business, in working towards a more sustainable future, will change how it operates to deliver more integrated social, environmental and economic considerations. Council's policy directions and decisions must ensure that both intragenerational and intergenerational impacts have been considered, and there is a balance between short and long term responses. A shared understanding of Council's responsibilities and purpose will guide its future sustainability.
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