Cost Containment Strategies

Council will be looking to drive down costs and increase revenue to reduce the impact on Council’s Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP) financial sustainability indicators. Cost containment strategies that will be considered closely: • Where feasible, investing in energy efficiency initiatives to reduce utility costs; • Monitoring and refining operating hours to minimise periods of downtime; • Applying annual increases to fees and charges; • Undertaking a service review to ascertain the most appropriate service delivery model in the long-term; • Continue to refine roster and resourcing requirements; • Monitoring and reviewing existing services to ensure they provide a net profit; • Seeking grant funding opportunities to offset costs. Strategies to increase revenue include: • Providing discounts and incentives for members; • Converting the high casual admissions to memberships

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• Attracting regional swim events and competitions • Implementing holiday opening hours • Growing the learn to swim program, including holiday intensive programs, adult and NDIS classes • Participating in NSW government voucher programs (i.e., First Lap and Active Kids); • Developing a Communications & Engagement Strategy and Marketing Plan; • Capitalising on the peak summer season, including partnerships with local accommodation providers.

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