On the agenda

City of Armadale monthly council meeting live on YouTube

As of September 2024 just three months before the state government deadline the council monthly meetings are finally live-streamed online and recorded https://www.youtube.com/@CityofArmadale

Watching City of Armadale local council meetings online can be enjoyable for several reasons:

1. Community Engagement: It’s a great way to stay connected with your local community and see how decisions affecting your daily life are made. You'll gain insight into issues like urban development, local services, parks, and public safety.

2. Transparency: Witnessing democracy in action can be satisfying. It’s an opportunity to see how transparent the decision-making process is, how councilors debate topics, and how policies are formed.

3. Influence on Local Issues: You get to see firsthand how your concerns, and those of your neighbors, are addressed. If you care about a particular issue, such as new developments or environmental policies, it can be rewarding to follow the discussions.

4. Civic Pride: Watching your local representatives work hard for the community can foster a sense of pride. You can appreciate the complexity of managing a city and the effort put into resolving local issues.

5. Understanding Governance: It can be intellectually stimulating to learn about the governance process, the legal and financial aspects of running a city, and how decisions are made for future growth.

6. Accessibility: Watching online allows you to comfortably enjoy the meetings from your home without attending in person, making it convenient to stay informed without any hassle.

7. Insight into Future Changes: You’ll be ahead of the curve on changes in your community, like new public projects, infrastructure upgrades, or regulations. This can help you plan ahead or even voice your opinion in future consultations.

8. Entertainment in Local Politics: Sometimes, council meetings can get lively with debates and differing viewpoints among councilors. If you enjoy a bit of local drama or political sparring, it can be quite entertaining.

By engaging with these meetings, you not only stay informed but also enjoy being part of the local decision-making process, seeing how the council shapes the future of the City of Armadale.

Matters currently on the local council agenda at various subcommittees

Link to council website agenda minutes

https://www.armadale.wa.gov.au/agendas-minutes-archive/2023

Armadale Viaduct construction associated demolitions and management plan. 172 pages

Submissions to the local council and their background information