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e.restore is a program set up to improve our environment, made possible by the introduction of an environment levy. It is responsible for a broad range of new projects as well as maintaining previous works.
Our natural environment needs constant care, and Council’s resources were insufficient to stop further degradation while still providing existing works and services. From July 2000, an environmental levy was collected as part of Council’s rates. Strong community support has seen the program extended for a second term from 2003 until 2008.
From July 2008 a new Sustainability Levy will fund the third round of the e.restore program.
The third tround projects will be focused on areas including:
- restoring our ecosystems
- climate change (mitigation and reduction)
- sustainable business and suburbs
- community engagement and action
These projects reflect Councils commitment to taking immediate action to mitigate Climate Change and continuing to restore and preserve our local natural environment.
e.restore is subject to rigorous auditing by the Department of Local Government and open reporting to ensure accountability to the community. e.restore funds can only be spent on sustainability projects.