Mitigating Project Impacts on Community Liveability
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Studio
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 |
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM |
Overview
Daniel Scott, Mayor, City of Karratha
Speaker
Daniel Scott
Mayor
City of Karratha
Mitigating Project Impacts on Community Liveability
Abstract
The upcoming $37 billion pipeline of projects will have a significant impact on the local community, especially on housing and the liveability of Karratha. As part of this presentation, Mayor Scott will be exploring what the City is doing to minimise this impact and how others can help the City in this process.
Biography
Mayor Scott was born and raised in the Pilbara, spending his childhood in Dampier and the last 14 years in Karratha. He is the Director of North West Brewing Company and has served as a City of Karratha Councillor for the past 8 years and was recently elected as Karratha’s first publicly elected Mayor.
He has a rich background in Economic Development, Strategic Planning, and Community Engagement. Mayor Scott’s understanding of the Pilbara's unique landscape is enhanced by his appreciation for its potential in driving economic prosperity and diversification, and his commitment to the Pilbara community is shown through his active involvement in local initiatives, highlighting his community-focused mindset.
Mayor Scott’s vision for the Pilbara includes its economic transformation and the enhancement of its liveability and sustainability, promising a future where the region is recognised for its dynamic, diversified economy and vibrant community life.