What are your views?
Votes: 4
by Uralla Project Coordinator 2:42pm, 19 August 2009
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The Uralla Shire Council is seeking its Community's views on the proposal to consider amalgamation with Armidale Dumaresq and Guyra Shire Councils.
bower Comment 1
8:30pm, 20 August 2009
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As a ratepayer and long term resident of Uralla Shire I can see no financial or social benefit to myself, my family or the general community in amalgamating with Armidale Dumaresq Council and Guyra Shire Councils.It would ultimately lead to the loss of local employment and local services in the smaller communities such as Uralla. A high price to pay when there are no guarantees of improved services on offer!
gpaddison Comment 1.1
12:11pm, 4 March 2010
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I agree with Bower. Uralla has proven itself to be a stable and sustainable community. Unlike Armidale, Uralla enjoys strong leadership and community support. Bigger is often not always better in terms of economic management. Whilst change can be good - the strategic alliance failed because of a lack of commitment from the largest partner. Uralla has the potential to grow and develop. I believe the amalgamation will stifle any potential Uralla has, by sucking the funds and resources out and giving little back in return.